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To Wear Jackie Robinson's Cap
I've always been a bit envious of David Wells.
Not because he was a Major League ballplayer - which is cool in its itself.
I just always thought it would be fun to do what he did that one Friday summer evening in New York when he faced the Cleveland Indians in 1997. For those who don't recall, the Yankee pitcher, who's an avid Yankee fan and collector, put on an real game-worn cap that once sat on the head of the great Babe Ruth during a game he pitched. It happened on June 27th, and if I recall correctly he only wore it during the 1st inning. BTW, he was pitching against Orel Hershiser that day.
Anyway, currently available at Goldin Auctions is said to be an actual game-worn cap of Jackie Robinson, and seeing it caused me to flashback to Wells moment.
After all, how cool would it be to put this cap on and go to a game? Sure, I can't exactly copy what Wells did (considering how non-athletic and how I'm a non-ballplayer), but I can do the next best thing.
I can sit in the stands at Dodger Stadium - or, how 'bout Ebbets Field lookalike CitiField when the Dodgers are in town - with this cap on my head.
I'm tellin' ya, it would be glorious.
Featured here is a 1949-50 Brooklyn Dodgers cap that has all the hallmarks of a classic. It is described as once being worn by Jackie Robinson; although, the auction house doesn't provide the kind of provenance I'd like to see to verify its authenticity. In fact, they don't mention how this cap came to their possession at all. Instead, they had MEARS, a well known game uniform authentication firm, provide their opinion. Per the auction description:
To the untrained eye most Brooklyn Dodgers caps look the same, however there are a few identifiers that MEARS used to date this cap to 1949-1950. The first is the Rawlings label. The Dodgers ordered Rawlings caps during the 1949-1951 seasons. MEARS was able to further narrow down the date of this cap due to the style of "B". The "B" on the cap is embroidered on a blue base which was then sewn onto the cap - this process was used on Brooklyn caps made by Rawlings only during the 1949-1950 seasons. The following year Rawlings changed the design of the "B" and embroidered the letter directly onto the cap. MEARS was able to authenticate the cap's use by Robinson through the application of his famous number "42" found under the brim. The ink was examined and determined to be worn and set into the fibers consistent with its age. MEARS also compared the number application with a 1949 -1950 cap worn by Wayne Belardi whose number is applied in the same fashion as this cap.
That's a lot of circumstantial evidence there. Nevertheless, if I had the dough I'd make a run at it (at least to a certain value), and be happy with the thought that I've got Jackie's cap on my head.
By ernest at Friday, January 08, 2016 0 comments
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Getting to Know Kenta Maeda on the Tweet Seat
It was a busy day for the Dodgers and their newest import yesterday. They held an afternoon press conference to introduce Kenta Maeda to the media and hosted an online #TweetSeat session with fans online. As I am wont to do, below is a collection of some of his responses on twitter.
As you know, the Dodgers have done this numerous times over the past several years. Go here to check out all of my past post on them. Previous guest include Farhan Zaidi, Vin Scully and Corey Seager.
Since this #TweetSeat is a "get to know you" session fans naturally want to know who was his idol growing up:
Masumi Kuwata was a right-handed pitcher with the Yomiuri Giants starting in 1986. He played for 21 season, won the Sawamura Award (their Cy Young) in 1987 and the Central League MVP in 1994. He had always wanted to play ball in America and finally fulfilled that dream in 2007 as a 39-year old rookie with the Pirates. Unfortunately, he was not particularly effective; giving up 22 earned runs over 21 inning pitched out of the bullpen. Kuwata is currently a coach at the University of Tokyo.
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Here's an fantastic photo of Kenta Maeda in his Dodgers Blues at Dodger Stadium, via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2016. Go here to check out more photos taken by Jon from yesterday press conference. Via Jon Weisman at Dodger Insider:
“Obviously, we spent a lot of time evaluating and scouting Kenta over his very successful career in Japan,” Dodger president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said. “We feel like the pitch mix will play here — obviously the fastball, slider is kind of his out pitch, his changeup has really come on, very good feel for a curveball. The ability to show so many different pitches and command them, coupled with the kind of athlete he is — he’s a tremendous athlete, fields his position well, holds runners well, can hit — obviously helps in the National League.”
Via an AP report on ESPN, "Dodgers assured of Kenta Maeda's health; rotation 'pretty well set'"
Maeda and the Dodgers acknowledged that his physical revealed unspecified "irregularities." Maeda has had elbow issues but said he's confident he will be able to pitch a full season in the major leagues.
"Despite the fact there were some irregularities found, the Dodgers made a decision to make a long-term commitment to me and that was meaningful to me," Maeda said through a translator.
Eric Stephen at True Blue LA has all the details regarding Maeda's incentive laden contract, here.
Listen to Tommy Lasorda speak about Mike Piazza with David Vassegh on Dodger Talk, here.
Mike Piazza goes on the Dan Patrick show to talk about the Hall and his time in LA, here.
“Well, I think it’s important to say I have absolutely no animosity or negative feelings towards the Dodgers. That will always be a huge part of my past as far as coming up, they gave me the opportunity. Coming up and going to Spring Training and seeing Sandy Koufax, Don Drysdale, Roy Campanella, Johhny Rosoboro and Maury Wills, that was not only inspiring but the instruction that I got was huge. We had a falling out and parted ways, and I think both of us were definitely at fault.”
I'm sure this is something a lot of folks are wondering about. Via an ESPN report, "Ken Griffey Jr., Mike Piazza make Hall hat choices."
Ken Griffey Jr. will go into the Hall of Fame with a Seattle Mariners cap, and Mike Piazza will have a New York Mets hat.
Via Steve Adams at MLB Trade Rumors, "White Sox Claim Daniel Fields From Dodgers."
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- Thursday, October 08, 2015
The move by the Australian Government Treasury and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to define what constitutes 'free-range' egg production sets a dangerous precedent for Australian agriculture, but also provides the sector with a wake-up call in relation to the need for industry leadership and unity.
The Treasury has recently released a consultation paper, seeking the views of stakeholders (egg producers and consumers) on a range of different options available to regulate the use of the term 'free-range' when selling eggs. The intervention by the government has arisen as a consequence of the ACCC prosecuting egg producers who it was claimed were in breach of consumer laws for selling eggs that were labelled 'free range' but which were not produced under conditions that consumers would perceive to be compliant with that claim.
These cases have highlighted the fact that the egg industry and state government have been unwilling or unable to develop an agreed definition of what constitutes 'free range', and are now facing the consequences of that in potentially having regulations imposed that are based on consumer perceptions. The implications extend beyond the market for free-range eggs, however, because the major retailers have already committed to either phase-out all caged eggs by 2018, or no longer offer caged eggs in their home brand egg lines. The adoption of a free range definition by the government could effectively regulate the production practices of a large proportion of the entire Australian egg industry.
The risk to the industry arises as a consequence of a potential standard definition based on consumer perceptions, rather than anything to do with the reality of efficient or safe egg production. As the Treasury consultation paper notes, 'Many consumers favour eggs labelled as ‘free range.’ An increasing number of consumers are prepared to pay more for eggs that have been laid by freely ranging hens — owing to ethical, animal welfare and health preferences — than ‘barn’ and ‘cage’ laid eggs.'
While consumer perceptions of what constitutes free range are undoubtedly influenced by anthropomorphic projections and fictional, idyllic depictions of farming, it is highly questionable whether those conditions actually result in improved animal welfare or health outcomes for the animals in question. As recent outbreaks of avian influenza in central NSW have highlighted, the disease risk is highest in free-range situations where it is very difficult to prevent contact between farm animals and wild birds, which are carriers of diseases. The problem of cannibalism can also be more difficult to manage under free-range conditions, and in the absence of some form of shelter or shade, hens offered open range conditions can be reluctant to leave their sheds, presumably due to fear of predation. Trials indicate that as few as 9% of hens offered free-range areas actually venture out of their shelters. Consumers are also likely to be unaware that mortality rates in free range production systems can often be double those in barn or cage production systems.
There is no doubt that consumers who are willing to pay more for eggs that they believe are produced under preferred conditions should have confidence that they are getting what they paid for, so the implementation of a standard makes sense. However, the failure of the egg industry to reach agreement on a workable standard based on good production and animal welfare principles, and the related failure of the industry to adequately communicate to consumers about hen health and welfare issues has left it exposed to the whims of activists and retailers.
For a sector like egg production this will have consequences in terms of additional costs and the need for capital investment, but in the absence of competition from imports, these costs can largely be passed on to Australian consumers. However, the implications of this precedent for other parts of agriculture are much more concerning. The pork industry, for example, faces very strong competition from imports, and has already experienced the disadvantage of having production standards in Australia that are not applied to imported pigmeat products. There is also no reason that activists and governments will not target labels such as 'pasture-fed beef' or 'range-fed lamb' at some stage in the future, and impose production standards on the industries that will make them less competitive in export markets.
This development highlights the importance of the livestock sectors in particular reaching agreement on production standards, especially in relation to issues such as animal welfare, rather than having those standards imposed on the basis of consumer perceptions (influenced by activists). This was highlighted in the recommendations of a recent research report on farm animal welfare by the Australian Farm Institute.
To achieve this will require strong industry leadership, because there are still many farmers who are content to ignore these issues, in the hope that activists will eventually direct their attention elsewhere. However, as the egg industry example has highlighted, this 'do nothing' response is starting to look like a high risk strategy.
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Flint Louis Hignett
Flint Louis Hignett is a male model that has been in editorials and has walked the runway for top designers.
Height: 1.85m
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Flint Louis Hignett is signed with Independent Model Management Milan and Marilyn Agency Paris.
In 2014 Flint Louis Hignett walked the fall shows for Haider Ackermann, Raf Simons, Damir Doma, Kenzo and Lou Dalton. He walked the spring shows for Alexander McQueen, Ermenegildo Zegna, Iceberg, Gucci, 22/4, Raf Simons, Kris Van Assche, Dior Homme, Wooyoungmi and Paul Smith.
In 2015 he appeared in an editorial for the June issue of Fucking Young that was called Boys! Boys! Boys!. He appeared in an editorial for the September issue of Details Magazine that was called Globe Trotting, which was photographed by Maurizio Bavutti. He appeared in an editorial for the October issue of Havey Nichols, which was photographed by Brent Chua. He appeared in an editorial for the October issue of L’Officiel Manila that was called Rebel, Rebel, which was photographed by Markus Ziegler. He appeared in an editorial for the November issue of UmnO Magazine that was called Prince Charming is Dead – Series 1, which was photographed by Gilad Sasporta. He walked the fall shows for Pringle of Scotland, Xander Zhou, Ermenegildo Zegna, Diesel Black Gold, Valentino, Raf Simons, Damir Doma, Ann Demeulemeester, Kris Van Assche and Dior Homme. He walked the spring shows for Craig Green, Christopher Shannon, Lou Dalton, Richard James, Jil sander, Marni, Diesel Black Gold, Valentino, Haider Ackermann, Issey Miyake, Y-3, Richard Chai, Siki Im and J Lindeberg.
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Jon Nicholls June 3, 2014
Fifty of the Hampstead Pals returned from France this week after their annual commemoration for Charles Pope VC at Moeuvres Communal Cemetery Extension on Monday 26 May. The event was made even more special by the attendance of Charles Pope’s Granddaughter, Mary Lotter and his Grandson Guy Nicholson, who flew in from South Africa with nine of the family in this, the Centenary Year of the start of the Great War.
Assistant Commissioner Cressida Dick QPM laid a wreath on behalf of the Metropolitan Police, in which Charles Pope served at Chelsea Division, before the Great War. Also in attendance was the Australian Defence Attache, Lt Colonel Scott Clingan who laid a wreath on behalf of the people of Australia and recited the citation of the VC award. Professor John Grieve CBE (Ex DAC Metropolitan Police) spoke about Charles Pope’s service in the Metropolitan Police and the Mayor of Moeuvres, Ms.Setan welcomed us to the village. Mr Nigel Stevens, represented the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and Mr Mike Jackson the London Branch of the Western Front Association.
The Hampstead Pals have been laying wreaths every year at Charles’ grave since 1992 and in 2002 Lord Stevens (Then the Commissioner) attended the ceremony. A marvellous ‘London’ lunch had been prepared in the Moeuvres, ‘Salle des Fetes’ complete with ‘Chelsea’ Roast Beef, ‘Arsenal’ Ham, Potted Cockles, Pork Pies, Apple pies and cakes with gallons of Fullers London Pride Ale to wash it down. It was a lively but proud bunch of Hampstead Pals that arrived back at the Moderne Hotel in Arras at 5pm…
The Hampstead Pals 61st Tour of the old action spots of 1914-18 continued next day with a visit to Ypres Salient and on Wednesday the Battlefields of the Somme.
The Pilgrimage is best summed up by David and Sally Fisher who travelled from Stamford, Lincs,with the Hampstead Pals for the first time..
‘Sally and myself wanted to thank you personally for such a wonderful trip last week with the Hampstead Pals. It was so informative, very poignant and yet such a lot of fun, that we agreed it was the best tour we’ve ever been on. It’s often a bit daunting to join a group, most of whom have known one another over a number of years, but, at no time did we feel “outsiders”, everyone was so friendly that we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. A lot of that was down to you, Jon, with your vast knowledge of the subject, amusing anecdotes and digressions and belly-laugh jokes….(ping, ping….!!!) Not forgetting, of course, the bass-playing and the great sounds on an evening, just the right accompaniment to shed-loads of alcohol……!!!
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Felton, John head tight NSW Open leaderboard
West Australian Jarryd Felton and Victorian Cameron John have set the early pace at the AVJennings NSW Open but hold just a one-shot lead over nine players.
Playing in the morning field, Felton fired 6-under 66 to continue a strong showing for the West Australian at the Twins Creek Golf and Country Club after he finished tied 6th at the tournament last year.
Jarryd Felton (Credit: Golf NSW)
“I don’t normally make that many birdies, but I made them today so hopefully I can keep it going over the next three days,” said Felton.
Today’s performance also signals a turnaround in form with the flat stick for Felton, just in time for the last three events of the year on the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia.
“I only missed one green today so I gave myself a lot of chances. They paid off at the end of the day, I made some nice putts. My putting has been horrific lately so it’s nice to see it turn around,” added Felton, who rolled in a 40 foot birdie putt on the par-5 15th.
Playing in the afternoon field, rookie Pro Cameron John rolled in a birdie putt on the 18th to tie Felton at the top of the leaderboard.
It’s a solid feat for the 19-year-old who is currently playing injured while trying to shore up his place inside the top-50 on the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia Order of Merit.
“The putter was pretty much on fire today. I have been feeling good about my game but I was struggling on Monday, I wasn’t sure if I was going to play,” said John.
“I have a bulging disc in my back, so I have been struggling with that. I wouldn’t have been able to play without the help of Matt Green, the Tour physio.”
“Given my spot on the Order of Merit, I need to play everything, so I have played my 5th week in a row while injured.”
“I want to go to Asian Tour School at the end of the year so it is a big advantage to be top-50, I am currently 42nd, so it’s important to play well. The higher I finish on the Order of Merit the more opportunities I get, the Aussie Tour is great for that.”
Victorian PGA Champion Aaron Pike, who arrived at the course just 10 minutes before his 7.15am tee time due to a mix up with his alarm, fired 5-under the card to be one of 10 players tied second.
Joining the logjam at 5-under the card was Matt Millar who has earned the nickname of Mr Consistent on the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia.
Joining Pike and Millar in a tie for third are Jake Higginbottom, Ashley Hall, Jordan Mullaney, Neven Basic, Jake McLeod, Scott Arnold and Blake Proverbs.
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Pearson's battles graduate job discrimination
Published: Tuesday, 25 August 2009 Category: Diversity Jobs
One firm has said it is taking positive action to make sure more women and people from ethnic backgrounds secure graduate jobs.
A new Observer-commissioned report put media-based client company Pearson's at the top of a list of employers which are promoting equal opportunities in the graduate job world.
According to the Guardian, the publisher holds outreach programmes for students and graduates of diverse backgrounds in order to help them secure a place on its internship schemes.
It is also a member of the Diversity in Publishing Initiative, run by the Arts Council, which provides "hands-on experience" to under-represented black African, Caribbean, Asian and Chinese graduate media job candidates.
Dame Marjorie Scardino, chief executive at Pearson's, told the newspaper: "We need to add more diversity and we're going to be working very hard to achieve this."
A recent study by the Higher Education Statistics Agency found that 73 per cent of women who gained a degree last summer found a graduate job within six months of leaving university, compared to 68 per cent of men.
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The company are thermal management experts for traction equipment and passenger HVAC systems. Family owned and UK based with a global support network they provide bespoke design, manufacture and service life maintenance for their products. Formed in 1978 their thermal expertise spans across more than 40 years with a workforce of over 300 employees and third generation family members. Grayson have 4 manufacturing sites across Europe & North America supplying customers in 32 countries with products operating in over 60 countries and are finalists in the Manufacturing Excellence category of the Midlands Family Business Awards, the UK’s only independent, not-for-profit annual Awards showcase for family businesses in the Midlands.
Representatives of Grayson Thermal Systems will now meet with the Awards’ independent judging panel, which is led by a leading family business individual, supported by a sponsor representative, an industry expert, and representative from the Midlands Family Business Awards team.
The company is also automatically entered into the People’s Choice Award, sponsored by Streets Chartered Accountants. The Winner and Highly Commended of this special award are decided solely by the number of votes from the public, and votes can be made online at www.familybusinessawards.co.uk from the 1st to 31st October 2019.
Grayson Thermal Systems in the running for a top award!
Commenting on being named a finalist in the Awards, Liza Lavender, Group Marketing Manager of Grayson Thermal Systems said: ‘’We are incredibly excited to have been shortlisted as finalists for the Manufacturing Excellence category. This is a culmination of many years of hard work and input from a great number of people, all showing commitment and pride in working for a family run business that now has global status and a reputation for quality, reliable products’’.
Now in their 10th Anniversary year, the not-for-profit Midlands Family Business Awards are backed and run by The Wilson Organisation. The firm’s MD Charlotte Perkins, the third generation of the family to lead the business alongside her sister Annabel Prow, says: “The Awards are the Midlands’ only independent initiative to recognise the work, success, innovations and achievements of family businesses. Family businesses are the backbone of the British economy, with two in every three of UK businesses being family owned. They generate over a quarter of UK GDP and employ around 12.2 million.
“Having launched the awards back in 2010, our aim has always been to shine a light on the region’s talented and successful family businesses and to play our part in creating a community of like minded and supportive individuals.
“The awards have grown year on year and I think that is testament to the volume and calibre of brilliant firms in our region, and the fact that family businesses embrace celebrating their own success and that of others.
“Each of this year’s entrants demonstrate the exceptional pedigree of the family businesses in the Midlands and the sector’s vital contribution to the region’s economy. We wish Grayson Thermal Systems and all this year’s finalists the very best when they meet the judges in the final round.”
The winners of the Awards’ ten categories remain a tightly kept secret until the Awards ceremony and black-tie dinner, which takes place on Thursday 7th November 2019 at Leicester’s King Power Stadium, and will be attended by more than 300 guests, including representatives from Grayson Thermal Systems.
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Temmit steeled himself. It was clear that this would be as hard for him as her concerns had been for her. He breathed deeply more than once, forcing his face to be flat and somber.
“It’s getting late in even *my* education.” He began. “I need to face a trial, and it’s not something that I can do alone…although *you* have…three times already.” He looked at her meaningfully.
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"A trial Temmit?" she asked, a bit confused.
Temmit looked to be on the fence about moving forward. But now that he had started...
"I must extract a vow of secrecy, Renee." He asked quietly at last. "I've never spoken on this to anyone, and I ask that you never do either. Until I'm dead at any rate. Do I have your promise?"
"No one knows of my sin with the Captain but you, your secret will in turn be safe with me," she said not matter-of-factly, but with much emotion that spoke to the loyalty they had grown for one another over the past years.
Temmit nodded gratefully. "You know how my family was killed in an accident?”
Renee’s eyes narrowed as she nodded her understanding.
“There was no accident that day.” He said. He looked directly into her eyes as he said as much. “No tree fell. No miraculous survival.” The corners of his mouth twitched in a flashed half-smile. “Well, there was a miraculous survival.” He corrected himself.
“We were out in the forest, near the rim.” He faltered for a moment, and needed to re-center himself. His dream began to invade his waking life, and his hands quivered. He forced his dream back into the darkness. “We were attacked by a Karh’Thul. He, uh…it…killed my father first, then my mother, and then my sister. Then it came for me.”
Tears were standing in Temmit’s eyes, but he refused to allow them to fall. He blinked at them furiously. “I need to face one of these beasts. Not as a toddler, but as a man. I need your help to do this. Can you help me? Please?”
Renee had sat up while Temmit spoke, tears were now freely flowing from her eyes and she started to sob. She tried to answer but emotion had taken hold of her and she couldn’t. She looked away for a moment, trying to once again regain her emotionally frayed mind.
Temmit merely stood with clenched fists and a hard stare of determination.
She stopped crying, took a visible intake of breath and looked at him.
“I can and I will,” she said with authority.
Temmit seemed to relax only a bit.
“Temmit, stay here tonight? There are knapsacks and blankets back in a crate in the Quiet Room, if I get us them will you stay?”
(OOC: Again, curfew is a hard thing for Residents of the dormitories to check on Endday, the likelihood of you getting into any trouble is almost NIL)
I would think that many kids go to their homes on Endday, so curfew wouldn't really be up to the school.
Temmit nodded, subtle but jerky. "Thank you." He said, his voice not quite as smooth as it usually was. He was getting tired, and that put him on edge. He breathed deeply, trying to regain his composure and outward calm, then said more clearly. "Thank you. I don't think that I'd like to see anyone just now anyway."
Given the opening of this can or worms, this will be one of those nights where Temmit dreams...
(OOC: The school still tries to keep track of where kids go on Endday night, they just aren't very good at it.)
Renee got up and walked to Temmit. She seemed about to embrace him, but then stopped short.
"Lay on the cot, I will return with the items in but a couple turns," she said, and with that she did hug him.
It was an embrace of caring, compassion, warmth and good heart. She brought her entire being into him. Her face, wet with tears met the crook of his neck, her arms wrapped around under his shoulder-blades and her fingertips clasped his back as if they expected he would bolt at any minute. Even the tops of her legs met his.
Although the softness and alluring smell of her enveloped him, there was nothing sexual about her offer, the embrace resurfaced memories of the women who loved him in his past.
His Mom and Nalla.
Temmit hugged Renee back, though tentatively. He hadn't had one of those since he was a child. He had to admit that it was rather nice.
He waited for her to leave, then took a seat at the table, wishing for a cup of coffee. He had intended to read the journal, but Renee took the light with her. He sat then, in the dark; even Smokey was quiet. He took this opportunity to meditate and recover his balance.
As promised, it was only a few turns and Renee had returned. She came through the portal with a large handbag over her shoulder, a small crate in her hands and a lit lantern perched atop it.
Temmit immediately took the crate and lantern and set them on the floor.
"There is a nice knapsack in the crate, along with two more blankets," she said as she put her handbag on the table. From it she withdrew what looked like a polished steel flask and a waterskin.
"Shot of coffeecup?" Renee offered. It was a popular sweet drink amongst young women. (OOC: Drinking age is 18) But along with the alcohol, it also contained real coffee.
"I am not much of a drinker, but I think tonight deserves a sip or two to calm the nerves," she said then took a small sip, holding the flask out to Temmit.
"Anything that has coffee in it." Temmit answered tiredly. "Thanks." In truth, he just about never drank alcohol, but he drank more than his share of coffee.
After a sip, he asked “Do you mind if I ask you another question?” At her nodded acceptance, he continued on.
“In the Quiet Room earlier, at the end of the meeting, why did you turn your charms on me? I don’t understand that, unless you thought that I might not be willing to help. It just seemed like you were trying to…trick me into helping.” He seemed to consider saying more, but then stopped and looked at her questioningly.
“I am very sorry,” she said as she pulled a nightshirt out of the large handbag. Temmit noticed that tomorrows’ outfit was also poking out. ’A lady’s handbag has no depth,’ he had heard from somewhere.
“My only, although lame, excuse is that with everything else going on right now my head has been in a spin. In my rush to make everything right I thought that perhaps charming you wouldn’t be as hard as being honest.”
They stared at each other for a few moments. As they did, he knew she was truly sorry.
“And I was wrong. I should have put more faith in the noble man that you are,” she finished and turned back to the cot.
She threw the over-sized night-shirt over her dress and started to disrobe underneath it. Temmit could sense that she was anxious to know if he was accepting her words.
The green dress dropped in a pile at her feet and left her with the ridiculously large nightshirt and a pair of green socks, not her best look.
Catching a smirk from him, albeit with Temmit that was a mere twitch of an eyebrow, she teased him, “If you what was good for you, you would have been less noble,” she said swaying her body side to side in a exaggerated motion to be sexual and innocent at the same time. Combined with the outfit she looked ridiculous, and she knew it. Temmit could see she was doing everything she could, honesty and humor, trying to apologize.
"I understand." He said. He had figured as much already, since the advance was ludicrous to begin with.
Another saying that Mr. Cavanash (for whom Temmit worked as a carpenter) had said often presented itself to him: If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail.
"Don't do it again though." He requested, a little of his earlier anger rising. "It made me angry. But we're good. No matter what." He looked at her pointedly.
The demand disarmed Renee a little, suddenly he sensed that she felt like a younger sibling being disciplined.
"Again, I am sorry," she said turning to the cot and laying down again on her stomach, kicking off her socks as she did so.
She rested her chin in her shoulders, looking at Temmit who had returned to the table where the journal awaited him. The knapsack from the crate hadn't made it past the table either.
"Aren't you going to get some sleep its," and she reached into the handbag on the floor beside her head and withdrew a watch.
"Oh my its half past 12 nighthand," she exclaimed.
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Awe crap, you usurped his attention already? I thought it was my turn!
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Peter Gusmano’s Guitar For A Cure Uncategorized PG Joins the D’Addario family!
PG Joins the D’Addario family!
“Every connection point when I pickup my guitar is an expression of my musical voice. Strings being the most critical…When I first used D’Addario, I knew this was the most consistent and best set of strings I ever heard. The tone, the ability to withstand constant use and the consistency pack after pack, make it my string of choice for my project. The new NYXL 10-46 are the greatest…and all I use to rock and roll.”
A D’Addario Fretted player since 2000.
Peter Gusmano is a rock guitarist/drummer/songwriter born and raised on Long Island, and a recognized independent supporter of Project ALS with his acclaimed 501c3 called “Guitar For a Cure.” Aside from his original guitar compositions available globally, the project features many special guests such as Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Ozzy, Billy Idol), Dave Weiner (Steve Vai), Bruce Bouillet (Racer X, The Scream), Ty Tabor (Kings X) and many more. Peter and his music have been featured on Fox 5, NBC, CBS, Clear Channel, Verizon Fios and many National print publications as well as overseas international publications. Recent performances around Long Island and NYC, including Highline Ballroom, BB Kings and Cutting Room…have showcased the songwriting and musical synergy of Peter Gusmano and his band. His solo music is available globally on all outlets as well as Spotify, Pandora, Amazon and iTunes. Gusmano’s guitar tracks were also featured on Tommy Lee’s (Motley Crue) side project called Methods of Mayhem – on the cd called “A Public Disservice.”
Peter has been preforming professionally for 35 years as a guitarist and drummer in various projects, yet he knew little about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, until his mother was diagnosed in 2004. A self-described media and PR executive by day and full time musician by night, Gusmano watched his mother’s condition deteriorate over a 16 month period before it claimed her life. ALS is a “rapidly progressive neurological disease “that attacks the nerve cells. Music, being a lifelong outlet for Gusmano, said after the death of his mom, he set out on a journey to capture the original music compositions he was hearing and forming during his mother’s illness. Deciding that this music can serve a larger purpose, funding research for ALS…Gusmano entered the studio and a year later came out with “A Flickering Light,” a cd of all instrumental compositions and started guitarforacure.com. To date, all musical releases donate 100% to Project ALS…including his live performances and merchandise sales via the website. Project ALS, the world’s largest non-profit fundraiser for ALS research, has seen Gusmano donate close to $30,000 to research and sell thousands of cds. “For me, this music is one that I write to bring you back to special moments in your life…a so called soundtrack. The guitar is my vocal on these compositions and one that speaks from the heart,” says Gusmano. Influenced by EVH, Hendrix, Tony Iommi, Jimmy Page as well as modern players like Jerry Cantrell, Michael Landau and Doug Aldrich. Gusmano has recently released his latest two singles “Terrestrial Chatter” and “Halo” both feature Gusmano on all guitars/synths but also Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Ozzy and Foreigner) on Drums, Long Island native Ethan Meixsell (Bass) and Bruce Bouillet (Racer X, The Scream) on guest guitars. There are more special guests joining on upcoming tracks. “It means a lot having some of my musical idols join me on this journey…and I still pinch myself being able to work with such professionals and know that they support my project.”
Most recently, Gusmano has also partnered with Keeley Electronics to release a limited edition pedal run of various effects…all donating to Guitar For a Cure. To date, all the limited productions have sold out with more collaborations coming up. “My greatest passion is anything music related – and once I lost my mother, life becomes a different journey…one that I wanted to make my music count towards. The emails that I receive about families or friends suffering with ALS tells me that people need support at a time like that. If my music can provide that or grow awareness of this dreaded disease, then my mission has been accomplished.” Meredith Estess, President of Project ALS, was recently quoted as saying “Peter is our real life Guitar Hero… and has set out on a journey to educate the music community about this disease. His efforts have been astonishing.”
“A Flickering Light” by Peter Gusmano is a sweet celebration of the electic guitar. The record delivers clear and beautiful melodies on a silver platter. Peters love for the instrument is obvious in the language his fingers speak.” – Steve Vai
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"A Flickering Light" is the sweet celebration of the electric guitar. The record delivers clear and beautiful melodies on a silver platter. Peter's love for the instrument is obvious in the language his fingers speak."
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5 Malaysian Games To Look Out For In Tokyo Game Show
By Michelle J. Brohier on Sep 14, 2019
The Tokyo Game Show is happening as we speak and it's another great year for game developers to show off their creations to gamers around the world. This also gives Malaysia a chance to show off their talents, and we can assure you that there's plenty of it shining this year.
Even if you were unable to attend Tokyo Game Show, it's good to know about these companies who are working hard to promote their games here in Japan. As such, here are five notable companies and their games currently being promoted here at the Tokyo Game Show 2019.
GAMELOBB - BATTLE OF THE RIM
Battle Of The Rim is Gamelobb's latest 4 vs 4 battle arena game. This game is based on the Moba genre with additional PVPVE elements where the focus remains on boss fight instead of tower pushing and destroying base to win. The game also has the ability to be the next eSports game to look out for, and with Asian inspired folklore characters such as Bomohs and female vampires, the game exemplifies the potential of a Malaysian gaming experience.
MAGNUS GAME STUDIOS - RE: LEGEND
If you've been to local gaming events, or are in touch with local games, you would know this one. Re: Legend is a monster raising focused JRPG with features such as farming, fishing, crafting, village building, multiplayer and more. The game is currently available as Early Access on Steam so be sure to support the team as they continue to promote the game in Japan as well!
WHY CREATIVE - ITENO - COUNT BY HEART
Sometimes all we need is a simple puzzle game for a challenge, add on with a splash of maths and colourful levels and you will get Iteno - Count by Heart. The game aims to bring joy to mundane counting by combining fun gameplay and unique puzzles, so you'll have fun while also thinking in numbers. The game is currently available on mobile in Malaysia and Singapore, so be sure to play it! In the meantime, the Why Creative team is working hard to get publishers to expand the game further to other countries.
PASSION REPUBLIC - GIGA BASH
For the love of kaijus! Giga Bash is a kaiju arena brawler where giant monsters (and even heroes) battle it out in cities and exotic places around the world. Players can fight with up to four players in local competitive couch play, control unique giants inspired by classic monster films, and cause mayhem in fully destructible arenas. The game is set to stand out among the crowd as it received a fair amount of coverage from even Gematsu and Japanese Nintendo!
FULOSO - KWEEN OF QUEENS
Think drag queen culture is great and you binge watch RuPaul? Then this game by Fuloso is for you. Called Kween of Queens, you play a pole dancing drag queen slider game where you collect diamonds, avoid obstacles and your weapon is a Unipon, a Unicorn pony that shoots rainbows. It's as visually amazing as the drag queens you see on TV.
Here's wishing the best to our local game makers and may they continue to put their talents and skills on the map!
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L & T Finance Holdings recovers to Rs 70 & up 44% from Low inside Two Months
Posted on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Tuesday, April 5, 2016
L & T Finance Holdings recovers to Rs 70 & up 44% from Low of Rs 48.30 on February 12,2016….that’s inside Two Months…it also trades in the F & O Segment
It opened 2016 at Rs 65 when Sensex levels were at 27500 + and closed January 2016 at Rs 58 only to drop sharply below Rs 50 to Rs 48.30 on February 12,2016 and in fact closed February 2016 at Rs 52
Today it’s up to Rs 70 on a day when RBI has dropped Repo Rate to 6.50% ~ cut of 0.25% as expected by the markets & therefore priced in earlier.The Sensex post Noon & announcement of repo rate cut has corrected over 330 points and is below 25100 currently but L & T Finance is up 7.4% to Rs 70 !
Have always had a soft corner for L & T Group even when they’re in soft times & in midst of controversies like just two years ago in mid March 2014 when it was introduced for trading in the F & O Segment in mid month just when parent Larsen & Toubro offered a stake through OFS on the Stock Exchange Window at a Floor Price of just Rs 70 on SEBI allowing this route even though they had sold shares in the prior six months.The F & O trading pattern a day or two before showed insiders ( who must have known lower floor price before hand) short selling at Rs 85 levels & SEBI investigation revealed parties who had never before ever done F & O having indulged in it to make several Crores of Profit
Had been disappointed with L & T Finance Holding’s inability to leverage strongly on the parent L & T Brand in their Finance Foray….This Listed Company should have been over Rs 200 by now inside 5 years after it’s IPO at Rs 52 in mid 2011….Had recommended it strongly in 2011 & saw it’s price move smartly to Rs 95+ Highs in 2012 & 2013 only to slide back….then had recommended exit as was not enamored with top management who always wore a bored & disinterested look at analyst meets
Then came in Bain Capital in September 2015 to stir the shareholding in the company by picking a preferential post issue stake of 5.27% through an aggregate of 95.66 m shares & warrants ( to be exercised from six to eighteen months from allotment) @ Rs 74.This would infuse over Rs 700 crs into the Company.It also created another Rs 600 cr exposure through a 4.95 % post issue stake by buying 85.2 m shares from parent Larsen & Toubro in market deals at @ Rs 70…the Sensex at the time was @ 26200 levels with the Share Price of L & T Finance Holdings in the Rs 67 to Rs 70 range
Looks like Bain’s getting in the Gains !…it’s exposure on full dilution will be Rs 1300 crs+ at Rs 70 to Rs 74…..if price doubles to Rs 150 in 3 or 4 years then CAGR would be 30% & 20% respectively….Do remember however that since listing in the second half of 2011,L & T Finance has never crossed Rs 100 !
Looking Good for L & T Finance Holdings Shareholders …I’m not one of them as of now
PS : I am told there is a clean sweep process on in the management and many have been shown the exit door for non performance
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Babel B+
Director: Alejandro González Iñárritu
Writer: Guillermo Arriaga
Cast: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Gael García Bernal, Kôji Yakusho, Adriana Barraza, Rinko Kikuchi, Said Tarchani, Boubker Ait El Caid, Elle Fanning, Nathan Gamble, Mohamed Akhzam, Peter Wight.
Complaints about a movie like Babel have to be taken in context, because the ambition and talent on display automatically set it above most other films. Not only does it purport to be about Something Really Important, but director Alejandro González Iñárritu actually has the chops to back it up, as he did with earlier films like 21 Grams and Amores Perros. Here, again, he builds a complex structure of overlapping dramatic threads, bouncing back and forth in time while slowly displaying the invisible connections between seemingly unrelated groups of people. Unlike his previous efforts, it feels a bit more like a stunt here -- showing off its technical prowess rather than serving any overarching dramatic purpose. Yet it still works surprisingly well, and even when it doesn't, the central message is heartfelt and exquisitely delivered.
As the ads suggest, Babel concerns itself with our inability to communicate, a sad irony in a world where technology has bound us so closely together. It echoes through the characters' differences both in spoken languages and verbal intentions, as well as myriad devices such as videophones and television sets that can tell us everything without revealing anything at all. Babel is at its most impressive when exploring this theme, which it does without disrupting the more straightforward particulars of the story. We pass between four separate dramatic strands over the course of several days: an American couple (Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett) traveling through Morocco in an effort to expunge some unmentioned grief; a Mexican housekeeper (Adriana Barraza) watching the couple's young children in San Diego while preparing for her son's wedding; a Tunisian shepherd (Driss Roukhe) who gives his two boys a rifle in order to ward off jackals; and a deaf-mute Japanese schoolgirl (Rinko Kikuchi) struggling with the temptations of her age and a sense of lingering loss.
Three of the stories connect fairly directly: the shepherd's sons take a thoughtless shot at a distant bus. The bullet strikes Blanchett, forcing an emergency stop far from help. Pitt's distraught husband now depends on Barraza to watch his children, even if it means her missing the wedding, and so on. Iñárritu unfolds them all with a growing sense of tension, stressing fate's cruel indifference while imbuing every figure with generous amounts of sympathy. Global politics plays a hand as well, quietly embracing everything from Third World exploitation to racial and generational divides. The butterfly effect is in abundance here, creating expanding ripples of tragedy from one small act. As screenwriting, it's quite impressive, but it also founders at a few key points. The segues between time and space make the occasional misstep, with crises instigating action in one setting after they have chronologically come and gone in another and the like. In addition, the Japanese segment remains curiously separate from the other three, bound only by news reports on the television until the very end. When the connecting revelation comes, it's more incidental than elegant, and while its tale is compelling, it sometimes feels like it belongs in a different film.
Some of the characters struggle to engage us as well. Credit Iñárritu with maintaining the common humanity in his disparate figures -- emphasizing universal emotions to link us to them -- but for all his efforts, a few of them feel too much like convenient archetypes rather than fleshed-out human beings. It's the Americans who come across as the most listless: Pitt alternates between route pain and cringing hostility, while Blanchett is reduced to a few moaning lines as her wound slowly worsens. Conversely, Barraza and Gael García Bernal (playing her decent but irresponsible nephew) command the lion's share of our sympathies, while Kikuchi's silent pain marks the film's most heartbreaking moments.
Luckily, the problems remain largely on the surface, in those few instances where technique and mechanics aren't quite up to the Herculean task set before them. Babel's richest veins lie deeper than that, as Iñárritu's spiritual side combines with his insight into human nature to transcend the shakier elements. The film is at its best in the midst of tiny cataclysms, where misunderstanding leads to frustration, conflict, and disaster. Good intentions abound in this world, but the limits of our vision sow the seeds of terrible destruction. (In another burst of irony, the fiercest conflicts occur between those who can communicate the easiest -- Pitt and an obsequious British tourist, Kikuchi and her thoughtless peers, the shepherd family and local police, etc.) Yet it retains a fragile sense of hopefulness as well. The interconnectedness that causes so much trouble can also help us transcend our differences, and as painful as life can be, our commonality ensures that some lingering thread will carry us to the next chapter of existence. Iñárritu orchestrates the all-pervading hum of that notion exquisitely, lifting the story up when it begins to flag and creating poetry where there might have been only passable melodrama.
To be sure, we're in rarified air here to begin with, where expectations are sky high and the filmmakers strive for nothing less than perfection. Pretense constantly waits to derail the proceedings, but the director knows himself too well to fall into that trap. Babel isn't perfect, and it stumbles often enough to mar an otherwise beautiful tapestry. But the fact that it illuminates some real truths about the human condition -- without narcissism or self-importance, couched in deceptively straightforward terms -- speaks to the best that film can be. Iñárritu's reach may exceed his grasp here, but only just. In this case, an earnest effort more than forgives the minor bumps in the road.
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Location: In that place where i didnt know where we were before
Nov 7th, 2006, 03:52 PM Nintendo Wii
i really want one
i was reading up on all the Wii channels and its making me want it more. Things like a photo editor, access to the news and the weather and that opera web browser has got me really excited for its release. The fact that its all gonna be wifi makes me even that much more excited.
I could just see it. You start up your wii and check the news and weather. After that you pop in the lastest action RPG and take out a few monsters using your awesome gun that you just aquired. Before you know it tho its time for you to go, so you pull out your DS and connect the two together. After a few seconds you have your character from the game on your DS screen. Closing the lid your on your way. You finally get a few minutes to your self so you start leveling up your character on the DS using similar techs with the Stylus as you do with the Wiimote. You gain a new level and with the increased power you also get an even more bad ass gun.
After your day is over and a little more dungeon crawling with the awesome new gun you go back home and upload your character and the awesome new weapon to your Wii. Then take it online to show off to all your friends.
I feel like cartman. Im gonna freeze myself so the 2 week wait seems shorter.
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Nov 7th, 2006, 04:31 PM
its like 30 days until it comes to europe
guess it better than waitng months, or even years for consoles to come from US/Japan in the past
Its only taken me about 10 years to understand the water jug riddle in Die hard with a Vengeance. My brain takes a while, but it gets there in the end
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this article was on my browser...it's very well written.
Nintendo Wii Versus PlayStation 3
Mon Nov 6, 2006 6:30PM EST
I had the good fortune on Friday to get some back-to-back hands-on with two next-gen consoles that are about to launch this month: the Nintendo Wii (November 19) and the Sony PlayStation 3 (November 17). This was in addition to some hands-on I got a couple of months ago. This holiday, the big question for gamers (or people who need to write out a list for Santa) is: Which console should I get? Here's a rundown of the main features of each.
Price: Sony PlayStation 3 will cost $499 for the base model (20GB hard drive) and $599 for the premium model (60GB hard drive, Memory Stick slot). The Nintendo Wii will cost $249.
Specs: Sony has made a big deal out of the PS3's ultra-powerful, computer-in-a-console Cell processor chip, an upgradeable 20- or 60-gigabyte hard disk drive, 1080p resolution, networking capability, and HDMI outputs, while Nintendo's Wii simply has PowerPC CPU, 512 megabytes of internal flash memory, a couple of USB 2.0 ports, an SD memory card slot, and Wi-Fi capability. But as John Gapper points out in his Financial Times column today, most gamers don't care about the innards, they just care about the games!
Launch lineup: Nintendo has promised 62 titles before year's end, even though about 30 of those are classic games from previous platforms available for download on the Virtual Console. Regardless, it's still a hefty launch lineup (compare that to Xbox 360's 18 titles last year). Meanwhile, Sony has promised 21 titles for the launch. Sorry, but new or old, Nintendo's got game in the launch titles department.
Games: Sony has the much-awaited Resistance: Fall of Man, a creepy FPS set in an alternate-history 1940s, but the platform really shines with full-1080p versions of NBA 07 (which is almost scary-realistic) and Marvel Ultimate Alliance (unparalleled detail and clarity on the PS3 version). Sony has a lot of the other big titles, too, including Call of Duty 3 (essentially the same as the Xbox 360 version, with some wireless controller elements added), Tony Hawk Project 8 (wireless controller elements), and Need for Speed: Carbon, among others.
Meanwhile, a game that garnered a lot of applause at E3, the explosa-palooza Motor Storm, looks stunning but still needs a lot of work in the handling department, and where-oh-where is Gran Turismo HD? Nintendo on the other hand has title-after-title of first-party strengths, from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess and Super Mario Galaxy to Excite Truck and WarioWare: Smooth Moves (not to mention the phenomenally easy to pick-up-and-play Wii Sports included with the console). And third-party-wise, Madden for Wii is a truly revolutionary addition to the gaming canon (not to mention some other cool third-party titles).
HD or not HD: This is my own personal obsession, since I am such a nut for the unrivaled big screen clarity of anything in 1080p resolution. Nintendo has opted for 480p, which is the same resolution you'll find on most current systems and on DVDs (perfectly impressive for the year 2000, but looking a little tired these days). So the Wii games don't look all that different from Gamecube games in terms of graphic clarity, detail, and realism, but since when has anyone needed realism in a Mario game, anyway?
Meanwhile, Sony is putting a lot of the PS3's claim to fame on the console's ability to show in full 1080p resolution. The 1080p games—Marvel Ultimate Alliance and NBA 07—I saw on Friday night blew me away visually. I was able to stand a mere eight inches away from the screen and still not see any graininess or pixels! But this is more of a gee-whiz kind of a thing for 1080p dorks such as myself. Most people either don't have 1080p or won't care. Besides, only two of Sony's launch titles are in 1080p: Big ones such as Resistance: Fall of Man and Call of Duty 3 are in 720p, just like the year-old Xbox 360!
Extras: The big differentiator between the PS3 (and, while we're at it, the Xbox 360) and the Wii is the former's inclusion of a Blu-ray disc player. This means that the PS3 can play high-def movies on the new Blu-ray disc format-in full 1080p resolution via an HDMI connection. 1080p is as stunning for movies as it is for games, but again you'll need a 1080p TV to partake. It also means that photos will look just as crisp and clear using the PS3 as movies do.
Nintendo, on the other hand, also has a picture viewer, but images on that console won't look as nice, for obvious reasons. Still, Nintendo's machine is at least $250 less than Sony's. And the last I heard, these were gaming consoles, right? It's slightly obnoxious of Sony to force perfectly innocent gamers to buy a machine with pricey, dicey movie technology built in (and don't forget that Sony is one of the companies behind Blu-ray). At least Nintendo sticks to the business at hand—gaming—and gives you the choice between buying your own player or nothing at all!
Controllers: Sony has experimented with motion-sensitivity ever since EyeToy, but Nintendo has taken the technology one step further by making it an integral part of its new console. The Wii Remote and Nunchuk combination is integral to every single Wii game. As a result, motion-sensitivity is used to great effect, whether to swat the tennis balls in Wii Sports or to catch fish in Zelda. And many games—Wii Sports, Red Steel, and others—were designed with the Wii controller in mind from the get-go.
Sony's SIXAXIS controller, on the other hand, is still a work in progress and feels like a gimmicky add-on to already existing titles such as Call of Duty 3 (where you use it to grapple) and Tony Hawk Project 8 (where you use it to flip your board). In other words, you don't need the SIXAXIS to play some of these games, so the gameplay isn't inherently conducive to a wireless, tilt controller. That said, Sony has some other games, such as Warhhawk (due out next summer) that are being created from the ground-up to take advantage of the SIXAXIS, so this imbalance between the competing consoles' controllers may change in the future.
Availability: Sony says it will have 400,000 units for sale in the U.S. at launch (with two million available globally by year's end), so good luck getting one. Meanwhile Nintendo hasn't released specific numbers for U.S. units at launch, but says it will have four million consoles available globally by year's end. If you want a new console this holiday and don't want to pull an all-nighter in line or pay through the nose, the choice is clearly in Nintendo's favor.
Conclusion: On many levels, it's almost apples and oranges when comparing these two consoles, since they're just not trying to do the same thing. Nintendo really wants the Wii to be all about gaming, whereas Sony seems to be making a big deal out of the PS3's superior technology and extra functionality. So for gamers, it might seem to be a no-brainer to just go for the Wii.
But let's not forget that Sony still has about 70 percent of the market share for games. The company has managed to milk every last bit out of the PS2, mainly because there was so much in that once state-of-the-art device to milk. If some truly amazing games come out in the next few months, along with more hardware at lower prices, Sony could bounce back. And early reports from consumers who have had a chance to play PS3 games are positive. But if it's fun games and a new console you want this holiday season, go with the Wii, or, as I've said many times before, the Xbox 360 (which gives you the best of both worlds—new games and HD resolution!)
Anybody have their heart set on a Wii or a Playstation 3? If you like the PlayStation 3, why? If you like Wii, why? And who would rather just skip this year's face-off and go for an Xbox 360?
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the PS3 looks like a really well made console, silent running and those groovy buttons, its a machine that will really be good once the next wave of games come out for it, as in my view there isnt many great games coming out for a bit (except MGS4 and resistance which looks cool)
the wii has a lot more games that i would love to play in the launch window.
its definitly a console i would like to get in a few years, as long as there are a load of decent games by that stage, but for now, its the Wii/360 for me
anyway, whats everyone planning to get at launch? for me its Wii sports, rayman and zelda, and maybe Wii play as i plan to get a second remote anyway
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As promising as the PS3 looks, it just doesn't compare to the Wii for myself. The fact that I can be playing NES, SNES etc again (legally) is something in itself.
And let's not forget Metal Slug.
I'll most likely just be picking up Zelda, I hope it meets its tremendous expectations.
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the ONLY reason i could find for buying myself a wii would be to play the new zelda game. fortunatly, it's coming out on gamecube minus the gimicky controller.
im sorry, i just cant find the fun in waving your arms around like a jackass to play a game. a controller should be a hand-held device with buttons. you don't see pc gamers waving their keyboards around.
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I could not for the life of me see how I could play the new Zelda on the Wii. It would feel too wierd for me to use two unattached sets of buttons to move around.
I might just pick up a Gamecube now that the Wii is coming out.
But I will have all consoles at one point or another. I have my heart set on the X-Box 360 first, though, as it was released first. Then I'll be getting the Wii as it will be cheaper than the PS3. But, the PS3 is sexy and powerful and MGS4 is coming out and connectivity with the PSP makes it a buy for me. Overall, I'm sure we'll look back on this new generation of consoles like they were tinker toys or something. Technology keeps getting better and at a faster and faster rate.
I know one thing that's make the Wii an instant success:
VIRTUAL REALITY HELMETS.
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Originally Posted by eggyolk
the ONLY reason i could find for buying myself a wii would be to play the new zelda game. fortunatly, it's coming out on gamecube minus the gimicky controller. ;)
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Nov 8th, 2006, 01:00 AM
I want one, i hope i get one launch day i want to secks it....
oh snap, jebus died.
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I thought it was common knowledge that it only requires a flick of the wrist to play the Wii games. Not a full blown wind up.
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They had me sold at $250. I just can't justify paying $400+ for a damn video game system.
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i can't see myself buying one, but if somehow my opinion changed i would for sure never ever refer to it as a "wii", and would in fact have labels put over every occurence of that word that said "Revolution"
Gee I can't wait to buy a system where I have to practically jack-off to move Mario around the screen.
They're certainly not winning me over with this motion-sensitivity controller thing.
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First I hated it, then I kinda liked it (because it heard good things about mario), now I just don't know. I don't think the controller is that gimicky (but I had a killer joke about it catering to the handheld fishing game crowd) and I think it might be fun in some aspects. I don't care enough to get it at launch (the new zelda looks pretty fucking ugly).
I might just get a DS, because it has mario kart and I like mario kart.
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Nov 10th, 2006, 11:47 AM
Well it's a given that I'll be getting one but for me it's just a question of trying to get one at launch or wait a bit. At this point I don't think I really care about getting it on day 1. So many cool games came out recently that I'm pretty satisfied for the moment.
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Nov 10th, 2006, 03:29 PM
over the next 2 weeks, 85 games are being realised between, Wii, ps3, new xbox and 360 games, DS and GBA. Its gonna be fun, but really stressful.
If you get a chance, crack open this months game pro and check out the laughly biased article where they compare the three systems together. Like in memory, PS3 has the least amount of flash memory, but for some reason it got the highest score between the three. And the overall scores between the PS3 and the 360 and the same, but 360 came in as the runner-up. Also go a few more pages and check out the incredibly bland Wii release article, the go a few more pages and check out the awesome PS3 lauch article.
i found out gamepro got bought up by some PS magazine like a few years ago.
Edit: i just pulled it out and started reading again. The compairsion artical busts on 360's overheating problem, but says nothing about the PS3 worse one. ;_;
http://pspupdates.qj.net/Playstation...g/49/aid/72450
The PS3 may have moved up a few notches in my book as it now supports homebrew. Maybe the Wii will have to wait a bit longer.
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Ive seen commericals for it. I dont think they can bail out now.
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Yeah, same thing for me and it's a shame because I think it's the only thing really preventing me from wanting one. I'd much rather sit back with a controller in my hands and not be moving around to get my character to swing a sword, or whatever the fuck they plan to do with it.
Ah well. I'm very happy with my 360 so I guess it doesn't matter anyway.
That was very funny. Well done.
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I'm jacking off thinking about this sysetem. And when you see how they use the controller movement in the games you'll be all "holy shit this is great"
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Good News! I got a DS and now I don't give a shit about this system! Goodbye Nintendo Wii!
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“I’D DO ANYTHING” SURPRISE VISIT + LONDON EVENT NEWS
Posted on May 18, 2008 by Kim
Idina made a special surprise appearance on the most recent episode of the BBC1 TV program, “I’d Do Anything” – a reality talent competition in the UK searching for new unknown leads of the upcoming West End revival of Oliver!. Since Idina has obviously been spending some time in London recently, she made a pit stop by the rehearsal studio to work with one of the “Nancy” contestants, Samantha Barks, who had picked none other than “Defying Gravity” as her song choice that week.
One awesome fan posted the video on YouTube, so even though it’s been a few days, I wanted to post it here. It’s short, but totally incredible! Can you imagine singing “Defying Gravity” for Idina to critique?? I don’t think I could do it!
Idina on “I’d Do Anything” – May 17, 2008
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“CHESS” AUDIO CLIPS ADDED
As some of you may know, there are definitely some audio and video clips floating around the internet of Idina in the Chess Concert. While Idina-Here does not post fully illegal recordings, we do like to post snipets of songs for everyone to preview and enjoy (particularly those who didn’t get the chance to see it live.)
That being said, thanks to a very skilled and generous person on the Idina Menzel Worship Live Journal page, I’ve been able to cut up short clips of several of Idina’s songs from the show. I still have to go through the less well-known songs, so more might be added, but these are the significant tracks from the show.
Links are posted below, as well as in the Theatre Audio Clips section. Enjoy! (Remember to right-click and Save-As to download to your computer.)
“Nobody’s Side” | length: 1:00 | size: 1.13 MB
“Mountain Duet” (feat. Josh Groban) | length: 1:25 | size: 1.62 MB
“Florence Quits” (feat. Adam Pascal) | length: 0:30 | size: 592 KB
“Heaven Help My Heart” | length: 0:58 | size: 1.11 MB
“You and I” (feat. Josh Groban) | length: 0:38 | size: 746 KB
“I Know Him So Well” (feat. Kerry Ellis) | length: 0:58 | size: 1.11 MB
“You and I (reprise)” (feat. Josh Groban) | length: 1:12 | size: 1.38 MB
NOTE: Tracks are clips, NOT the full songs! Please do not contact me for the full .mp3 – if you really want to find it, you’ll have to visit the board communities…
TOWN HALL CONCERT IN NYC SCHEDULED
Another new concert has been added to Idina’s busy schedule! This time, the show will take place on Wednesday, June 25 @ NYC’s Town Hall @ 8PM. This will be her first concert in NYC for the general public (as opposed to the PBS special concert), so this is a big deal for everyone in the area! Pre-sale tickets for Nokia customers go on sale 5/16 @ 10AM, and then for General buyers on 5/19 @ 12-noon. Don’t miss out! Click here for more information.
And remember, Idina is currently scheduled for the following concerts/appearances:
Sat. MAY 17 @ Dress Circle (1PM) in London, UK (info – note: CD SIGNING)
Sat. MAY 17 @ G-A-Y Bar (1 AM) in London, UK (info – note: NOT FULL CONCERT)
Tue. MAY 20 @ Ambassador’s Theatre in London, UK (info – sold out!)
Sun. MAY 25 @ West Lawn of U.S. Capital Building (5PM) in Washington, D.C.
– (live concert event for PBS Memorial Day – free admission!)
Fri. JUNE 20 @ Humphrey’s By the Bay in San Diego, CA (tickets)
Wed. JUNE 25 @ Town Hall in New York City (info | tickets
Fri. JULY 18 @ Chastain Park Amphitheatre in Atlanta, GA (info | tickets)
I hope you guys can attend some of these!
WHATS ON STAGE ARTICLE
Idina recently did a quick interview with WhatsOnStage.com, discussing her “Past, Present, & Future.” The interview can be read by clicking here.
In the interview, Idina discusses her most recent stage endeavor, Chess. Tonight was the premiere performance of the Chess concert in London, featuring Idina alongside Josh Groban, Kerry Ellis, and Idina’s Rent co-star, Adam Pascal. The show runs tonight and tomorrow night.
Idina also reveals that her appearance at G-A-Y Bar this coming Saturday will begin at 1:00am, and she will be singing remixes of “Gorgeous” from her “I Stand” album, as well as her hit, “Defying Gravity.”
Did anyone see tonight’s performance of Chess?? How did our girl do?
AOL MUSIC SESSION VIDEOS
Posted on May 6, 2008 by Kim
AOL Music just posted a whole handful of phenomenal Idina performance vids, as well as a bunch of short interview videos! The AOL Music Sessions page includes 5 Q&A vids, along with 4 full performance vids (including “Brave,” “Gorgeous,” “I Stand,” and “My Own Worst Enemy.”) I will hopefully be adding all the videos (at least links) to the Video Archive, but until then, click on the link below to watch all the videos.
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From Internet Movie Firearms Database - Guns in Movies, TV and Video Games
Sharknado is a 2013 science fiction horror disaster film that premiered on Syfy. The film follows the events that occur when a rogue cyclone that appears to have picked up several sharks inside of it hits the city of Los Angeles. The film was produced by The Asylum, a movie production company previous known for making "mockbusters": low budget feature knockoffs of major motion pictures. The film received spectacular ratings for SyFy and would spawn five sequels: 2014's Sharknado 2: The Second One, 2015's Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!, 2016's Sharknado: The 4th Awakens, 2017's Sharknado 5: Global Swarming and 2018's The Last Sharknado: It's About Time.
The following weapons were used in the film Sharknado:
1.1 Beretta 92FS
1.2 Colt Police Positive
1.3 Walther P99
2 Shotguns
2.1 Mossberg 500 Cruiser
3 Heavy Weapons
3.1 GE M134
Fin Shepard (Ian Ziering) first uses a Beretta 92FS to kill sharks on the Santa Monica pier. LAPD officers also have them in their holsters.
Beretta 92FS - 9x19mm
Fin Shepard (Ian Ziering) aims his Beretta 92FS at a shark.
A Beretta in an LAPD officer's holster.
Fin shoots sharks out of the sky with his 92FS.
Captain Carlos Santiago (Israel Sáez de Miguel) pulls a Colt Police Positive on Palmer during a business deal.
Colt Police Positive - .38 Special
Captain Carlos Santiago (Israel Sáez de Miguel) pulls out his Colt Police Positive.
Captain Santiago with his Police Positive.
Palmer (Marcus Choi) uses a Walther P99 with an extended barrel when the sharks start attacking the boat he is on.
Walther P99 - 9x19mm
Palmer (Marcus Choi) aims his Walther P99.
Mossberg 500 Cruiser
Fin Shepard keeps a Mossberg 500 Cruiser with a heat shield behind the bar at his restaurant, which Nova (Cassie Scerbo) uses for most of the film.
Mossberg 500 Cruiser with heat shield - 12 Gauge
A closeup as Nova (Cassie Scerbo) pulls the Mossberg 500 Cruiser out from behind the bar.
Nova loads a 12 gauge shell in the Mossberg.
Nova about to fire her Mossberg at a shark.
Fin with the Mossberg.
During the scene in the liquor store, the Mossberg 500 Cruiser turns into a Mossberg 590 Cruiser with an extended magazine tube.
Mossberg 590 "Cruiser" with extended magazine tube - 12 Gauge
The Mossberg 590 Cruiser behind Nova's back.
The 590 style magazine cap can be seen clearly here.
GE M134
A GE M134 is inexplicably seen mounted on the side of a modified Hummer. It is never used.
General Electric M134 - 7.62×51mm NATO
A General Electric M134 mounted on a modified Hummer.
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Sharknado (2013) • The Second One (2014) • Oh Hell No! (2015) • The 4th Awakens (2016) • Global Swarming (2017) • The Last Sharknado: It's About Time (2018)
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By car: exit the motorway at Genoa West (Genova Ovest), being careful not to take Aldo Moro steet. Follow indications to the centre of the city and Principe Train Station (Stazione Principe). Once reached the end of Via Andrea Doria, leaving the train station on your left, keep the right hand lane and turn right in Via Balbi. After a few meters, turn right into the alley “Vico Monachette” (immediately before the traffic signal prohibiting access).
Hint to help you recognize the area: there is a big pharmacy on the left, almost in front of our alley.NOTICE: we recommend to those who use a sat-nav to set the address “Piazza Acquaverde” as final destination, in order to avoid routes through not accessible alleys.
By train: get off at Genova Piazza Principe railway station, cross the square (piazza Acquaverde) towards Via Balbi, keeping on your left the statue of Christopher Columbus and the gardens.
The hotel is located in Vico delle Monachette just at the beginning of Via Balbi on the right side. Walk down the alley for a few metres and you will find the entrance on your right.
By ship: for guests arriving by ferry or boat there are two different options: by taxi (a 10-minutes’ trip with an approximated cost of 15,00 Euros) or by bus. We suggest to take the bus number “3”, which ends its line at Piazza Acquaverde/Principe’s train Station.
By plane: it is possible to take a taxi (a 15-minutes’ trip with an approximated cost of 25,00 Euros) or the shuttle bus “Volabus”. You will find the Volabus just outside the terminal and you have to get off at the stop “Principe station”. One Volabus ticket costs Euro 6,00.
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Articles from July 2012
ABCC Rules For Gas Station Licensee
Posted On: July 6, 2012 By: wrhmlaw
Not that long ago, it was quite unusual to find alcoholic beverages for sale at a
gasoline station in Massachusetts. However, the advent of convenience stores linked to gasoline stations is rapidly changing that situation. A recent decision by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) illustrates the trend.
In 2011, Northgate Mobil in Revere filed an application with the Revere Licensing Board to obtain a license to sell all alcoholic beverages, for off premises consumption (i.e., a “package store” license). Northgate Mobil already held an off-premises consumption license to sell wine and beer, and wanted to upgrade to sell spirits as well. In December 2011, the Revere Board denied Northgate Mobil’s application, stating in part that a liquor license was inappropriate for an establishment “so closely associated with the operation of motor vehicles”. The applicant appealed the decision to the ABCC, and the ABCC recently ruled in favor of Northgate Mobil.
The ABCC cited a number of factors in support of its disapproval of the Revere Board’s denial. For instance, Northgate Mobil had never been disciplined for violating laws or regulations relating to alcohol sales, and explained to the ABCC why that was no accident “the store’s owner spends approximately 50 hours a week on the premises, and all of the store’s employees and managers are trained in-house in the proper handling of alcoholic beverages sales.” Furthermore, not only was there no local opposition to the expanded license, but one city councilor appeared at the hearing and declared support for the license on behalf of himself and his constituents.
Intriguingly, the ABCC also took issue with the Revere Board’s core finding that the application should be denied because Northgate Mobil was “closely associated with the operation of motor vehicles.” Even though the applicant operates a gas station, the ABCC quite logically noted that “All off-premises alcoholic beverages licenses by their very nature generally involve an individual driving to the premises, purchasing the alcohol, and then leaving the premises with the alcoholic beverages and consuming it somewhere else”.
Given the ABCC’s recognition that most package store sales occur to consumers who have driven to the store, whether or not it is located at a gas station, their roadmap was clear the ABCC remanded Northgate Mobil’s application to the Revere Board for further consideration, with the recommendation that Revere grant Northgate Mobil’s application for an all alcoholic beverages license.
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7/18/2019 3:01 PM EDT At 301 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brookston, or 11 miles northeast of otterbein, moving southeast at 10 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/28/2019 4:51 PM EDT The severe thunderstorm warning for southwestern white county will expire at 500 pm edt, the storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area. therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. a severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 800 pm edt for northwestern indiana.
5/28/2019 4:37 PM EDT At 437 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brookston, or 7 miles southwest of monticello, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, monticello, brookston, reynolds, chalmers, badger grove, golden hill, indiana beach, norway, smithson and cedar point.
5/28/2019 4:15 PM EDT At 415 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles south of remington, or 7 miles east of lochiel, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
5/23/2019 4:26 AM EDT The severe thunderstorm warning for eastern white, southwestern st. joseph, eastern pulaski, fulton, western cass, eastern starke and marshall counties will expire at 430 am edt/330 am cdt/, the storms which prompted the warning have moved out of the area. therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. a severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 1000 am edt/900 am cdt/ for north central and northwestern indiana.
5/23/2019 4:13 AM EDT At 411 am edt/311 am cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near gulivoire park to 6 miles south of culver to 7 miles east of delphi, moving northeast at 65 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, logansport, plymouth, rochester, monticello, bremen, knox, winamac, walkerton, argos, brookston, culver, royal center, hamlet, lakeville, koontz lake, pulaski, walnut, oak grove, ripley and kewanna. this is a dangerous line of storms. These storms have a history of producing damaging wind gusts to 70 mph.
5/23/2019 3:48 AM EDT At 347 am edt/247 am cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near kingsford heights to near francesville to near west lafayette, moving northeast at 65 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings. locations impacted include, logansport, plymouth, rochester, monticello, bremen, knox, winamac, walkerton, monon, north judson, argos, brookston, culver, wolcott, francesville, royal center, hamlet, lakeville, medaryville and la crosse. this is a very dangerous storm. This storm has a history of producing 70 to 80 mph wind gusts across northeast illinois.
5/23/2019 3:15 AM EDT At 313 am edt/213 am cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near momence to raub to near danville, moving northeast at 65 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
5/19/2019 4:40 PM EDT At 439 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brookston, or 11 miles south of monticello, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, monticello, brookston, chalmers, burnettsville, golden hill, idaville and cedar point.
5/19/2019 4:13 PM EDT At 412 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near templeton, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
7/22/2017 2:37 AM EDT The severe thunderstorm warning for southwestern white county will expire at 245 am edt, the storms which prompted the warning have moved out of the area. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. a severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 700 am edt for northwestern indiana.
7/22/2017 2:21 AM EDT At 221 am edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles southwest of monticello to near brookston, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. These severe thunderstorms will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern white county, including the following locations: chalmers, badger grove, golden hill and cedar point.
7/22/2017 1:54 AM EDT At 153 am edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near goodland to near wadena to barce, moving east at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. severe thunderstorms will be near, wolcott around 205 am edt. brookston around 220 am edt. monticello around 225 am edt. other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include badger grove, golden hill, indiana beach, burnettsville, norway, reynolds, smithson, idaville, sitka and chalmers. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 198.
6/18/2017 12:02 AM EDT At 1201 am edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near monon to near otterbein, moving east at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include, monticello, monon, brookston, wolcott, reynolds, chalmers, burnettsville, badger grove, smithson, headlee, lee, golden hill, indiana beach, norway, idaville, sitka, cedar point, bell center and buffalo.
6/17/2017 11:40 PM EDT At 1139 pm edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from percy junction to near boswell, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
3/7/2017 3:44 AM EST At 344 am est, a severe thunderstorm was located near monticello, moving east at 55 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
11/18/2016 4:53 PM EST At 452 pm est/352 pm cst/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near francesville to near brookston, moving northeast at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding. and trees. severe thunderstorms will be near, winamac around 505 pm est. royal center around 420 pm cst. Other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include bell center, grass creek, leiters ford, burnettsville, idaville, clymers, kewanna, headlee, golden hill and monterey.
7/13/2016 8:36 PM EDT The severe thunderstorm warning for southwestern pulaski and white counties will expire at 845 pm edt, the storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. therefore the warning will be allowed to expire. however gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with these thunderstorms. a severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 100 am edt/midnight cdt/ for indiana.
7/13/2016 8:18 PM EDT At 816 pm edt /716 pm cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near remington to 7 miles northwest of brookston to near delphi, moving northeast at 40 mph. thunderstorms were occurring across all of white county with additional damaging wind potential from across southeast white county (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. locations impacted include, monticello, monon, brookston, wolcott, francesville, reynolds, chalmers, burnettsville, bell center, idaville, indiana beach, sitka, headlee, lee, cedar point, golden hill, lakeside in pulaski county, norway, badger grove and smithson. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 198.
7/13/2016 7:53 PM EDT At 752 pm edt /652 pm cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near kentland to fowler to near otterbein, moving northeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. Siding and trees.
6/23/2016 12:26 AM EDT At 1226 am edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near monticello, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. this severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern white county, including the following locations, cedar point, golden hill, chalmers and badger grove. this includes interstate 65 between mile markers 186 and 191. A tornado watch remains in effect until 500 am edt for northwestern indiana.
6/23/2016 12:15 AM EDT . in white county IN, 0.7 miles E of Brookston, IN
6/23/2016 12:15 AM EDT Structure damage... trees and power lines downe in white county IN, 0.2 miles E of Brookston, IN
6/22/2016 11:58 PM EDT At 1157 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located over remington, or 9 miles east of percy junction, moving southeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 70 mph wind gusts. Expect considerable tree damage. damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs and outbuildings. this severe thunderstorm will be near, monticello and brookston around 1225 am edt. other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include reynolds, cedar point, golden hill, burnettsville, idaville, indiana beach, norway, chalmers, smithson and badger grove. this includes interstate 65 between mile markers 186 and 198. A tornado watch remains in effect until 500 am edt for northwestern indiana.
6/20/2016 5:55 PM EDT Power poles down near springbor in white county IN, 4 miles W of Brookston, IN
6/20/2016 5:53 PM EDT Many trees down across dow in white county IN, 0.2 miles E of Brookston, IN
6/20/2016 5:43 PM EDT At 542 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near wolcott, or 9 miles west of monticello, moving southeast at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
9/18/2015 10:25 PM EDT At 1024 pm edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near monticello to 6 miles west of brookston, moving east at 45 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. these severe storms will be near, monticello around 1030 pm edt. other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include reynolds, cedar point, golden hill, burnettsville, idaville, indiana beach, sitka, norway, chalmers and badger grove. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 197.
9/18/2015 10:02 PM EDT At 1001 pm edt, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near wolcott to near atkinson, moving east at 50 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. severe thunderstorms will be near, wolcott around 1005 pm edt. monon around 1010 pm edt. monticello around 1015 pm edt. brookston around 1030 pm edt. other locations impacted by these severe thunderstorms include bell center, burnettsville, idaville, indiana beach, sitka, chalmers, lee, reynolds, cedar point and golden hill. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 198.
9/4/2015 4:45 PM EDT 12"-14" diameter tree was downed. quarter sized hail was also reporte in white county IN, 0.2 miles E of Brookston, IN
9/4/2015 4:35 PM EDT Quarter sized hail reported 0.2 miles E of Brookston, IN, estimated nickle to quarter sized hail with 40 to 50 mph winds reported by two trained spotters. limbs downed but no estimate on size.
6/23/2015 12:31 AM EDT At 1230 am edt /1130 pm cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near winamac to 6 miles northeast of monon to remington, moving southeast at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. siding and trees. locations impacted include, monticello, monon, brookston, wolcott, francesville, royal center, pulaski, reynolds, chalmers, burnettsville, norway, buffalo, lakeside in pulaski county, idaville, clymers, lucerne, badger grove, star city, headlee and grass creek. this includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 198. A tornado watch remains in effect until 300 am edt/200 am cdt/ for northwestern indiana.
6/23/2015 12:04 AM EDT At 1203 am edt /1103 pm cdt/, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near dunns bridge to near moody to near sheldon, moving southeast at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts. Expect damage to roofs. Siding and trees.
6/12/2015 5:01 PM EDT At 501 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located near brookston, or 7 miles southwest of monticello, moving southeast at 20 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. this severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of eastern white county, including the following locations, smithson, chalmers, norway, indiana beach, golden hill, cedar point and badger grove. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 186.
6/12/2015 4:41 PM EDT At 440 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southeast of wolcott, or 8 miles west of monticello, moving east at 40 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. this severe thunderstorm will be near, monticello around 455 pm edt. other locations impacted by this severe thunderstorm include smithson, chalmers, norway, buffalo, sitka, indiana beach, reynolds, golden hill, cedar point and badger grove. This includes interstate 65 between mile markers 185 and 188.
6/8/2015 8:27 PM EDT At 825 pm edt, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles southeast of wolcott, and moving east at 35 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include quarter size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees. locations impacted include, monticello, brookston, badger grove, reynolds, smithson and chalmers. At 815 pm edt, a trained spotter measured a 59 mph thunderstorm wind gust in wolcott.
6/8/2015 8:10 PM EDT At 708 pm cdt, a severe thunderstorm was located near remington, and moving east at 25 mph (radar indicated). Hazards include quarter size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding and trees.
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Home News Wait, What? DOJ Claims It Never Received Order From President Trump to Declassify Carter Page FISA Docs
Wait, What? DOJ Claims It Never Received Order From President Trump to Declassify Carter Page FISA Docs
The hits just keep on coming.
Justice Department lawyers argued in a federal court on Friday that the DOJ never received an order from President Trump to declassify the Carter Page FISA documents.
The Trump White House said in a public statement in May that the president had given US Attorney General Bill Barr the authority to declassify the Carter Page FISA documents, however, DOJ lawyers “subsequently confirmed with the White House that there was and is no order to declassify.”
The 10-page court filing also showed DOJ lawyers argued that they shouldn’t have to answer any questions to clear up the discrepency. Discovery would “involve obviously privileged information and high level officials.”
“As set forth in the renewed motion and the Weinsheimer Declaration, DOJ did not receive a declassification order, and following the press secretary statement that the President had directed DOJ “to provide for” declassification, DOJ followed up with the White House to confirm that there was no order requiring immediate declassification or disclosure. ECF No. 52 (“Def’s Renewed MSJ”). This declaration is entitled to a presumption of good faith,” the court filing stated.
“Plaintiffs argue that the Court already found that the President’s “intentions” were clear and that “the Government does not address whether the Order was treated by DOJ as a declassification order from the outset.” ECF No. 53 (“Pls.’ Opp’n”) at 3. That is incorrect. In fact, the declaration plainly states: “DOJ did not receive at any time a declassification order related to the materials remaining at issue in this case.” Declaration of G. Bradley Weinsheimer, ECF No. 53-1, ¶ 4 (“Weinsheimer Decl.”). See also id. ¶ 5 (“DOJ also did not receive any order to declassify the materials . . . during the meeting the President referenced in his tweet, or at any time.”). Accordingly, DOJ never believed that the press release was a declassification order or treated it as one,” the DOJ lawyers added according to the court filing.
Via Brad Heath, reporter for Reuters and a plaintiff in the case:
DOJ: When the White House said President Trump had ordered the government to "provide for the immediate declassification" of Carter Page FISA documents, that wasn't true. Its lawyers "subsequently confirmed with the White House that there was and is no order to declassify." pic.twitter.com/LO7vC22t4d
— Brad Heath (@bradheath) September 27, 2019
Judicial Watch boss Tom Fitton wondered if the DOJ ignored Trump’s declassification order, in response to the court filing.
“DOJ confirms that it ignored Donald Trump’s order to declassify Spygate docs?” Fitton said in a tweet.
DOJ confirms that it ignored @RealDonaldTrump's order to declassify Spygate docs? https://t.co/OGfJo8otgh
— Tom Fitton (@TomFitton) September 27, 2019
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New SGA president appoints vice president, associate justice and probationary senators
The Student Government Association held its weekly meetings on Friday, Sept. 27 and Friday, Oct. 4
SGA Vice President Christian Thomas shares his goals as VP at the SGA’s October 4 meeting. Thomas is among six new members of the SGA.
Sydney Randall
Sydney Randall, Staff Reporter
The IU Southeast Student Government Association discussed the appointment of new members, recruitment and budget proposals at their meetings on Friday, Sept. 27 and Friday, Oct. 4. The meetings were the first ones to be opened to the public since the resignation of SGA’s executive board.
Grant Hill was appointed SGA president after the resignation of former president Rachel Ronau. Ronau’s vice president, Mitchell Henry, also resigned.
According to a press release given to The Horizon by the SGA, Associate Justice John Pillow was appointed as Chief Justice at the same Executive Session where Hill was appointed SGA President.
Sept. 27 Meeting
At the meeting on Sept. 27, Hill approved a new budget proposal created by SGA Treasurer and Senator Stephanie Devore.
“Our budgetary committee made changes to accommodate and help the students more,” Devore said. “We reduced some of the wages to allocate them to other lines of funding.”
Hill also spoke about his plans for recruitment. He said his plans for recruitment involved getting the SGA’s name out to the students.
“A lot of people still don’t know what we do or who we are,” Hill said.
Hill’s goal for after recruitment is to have eight or nine senators total as opposed to its current total of three.
Oct. 4 Meeting
At the SGA meeting on Oct. 4, the most important order of business was appointing new members into their positions. Senior history and political science major Christian Thomas was appointed as SGA vice president.
“I love working with people,” Thomas said. “I love just sitting down and having a conversation with someone and working something out whether there is a disagreement there or not.”
Thomas also said he would like to focus on the issue of hazing on campus during his time as vice president.
“I really don’t like hazing. I know that it might not be out in the open but a fair amount of it goes on here,” he said. “I’d like to use the position of vice president to do whatever I can to help alleviate that issue not only at IU Southeast but across the entire Indiana University system.”
Another issue that Thomas would like to focus on is sexual assault.
SGA Associate Justice Garrett Gilles discusses his qualifications at the Oct. 4 SGA meeting.
“I would also like to make both our campus and the entire Indiana University system a safer place in regards to sexual assault and to make a more inclusive and safer environment for survivors of sexual assault,” he said.
Senior english and secondary education major Garrett Gilles was appointed as SGA Associate Justice.
Gilles’ qualifications include leading a student organization for two and a half years as both secretary and president, being a part of the Week of Welcome committee for two years, and working with multiple student organizations and assisting those organizations with their constitutions.
New Senators
Kameo Costello, Zachariah Hulsman, William Snawder and Olivia Wells were also all appointed as SGA Probationary Senators.
Hulsman stated that he has one goal during his role as probationary senator.
“With this position I hope to increase the inclusivity on campus,” Hulsman said.
Wells has one goal as well, although her goal pertains to something different but equally as important.
“One of my goals after making it into the senate is not only influencing growth but also measuring growth,” Wells said.
During the officer reports section of the meeting, SGA President Grant Hill congratulated the new members on their new positions.
“I am very glad to see all of these new faces and I hope we can all work together in a very harmonious fashion.” – SGA President Grant Hill
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Jessica Bal (b. 1988) is an independent documentary photographer, filmmaker, and educator whose personal work often explores womxn’s issues and identity. She is passionate about projects that involve cross-disciplinary collaboration, deep community engagement, and reciprocal approaches to storytelling. She also coordinates education programming at United Photo Industries/Photoville and manages the digital archive of documentary photographer Susan Meiselas. Jessica received her master's degree from CUNY Graduate School of Journalism and holds a B.A. from Tufts University. She is available for assignments and commissioned projects in New York City and beyond, and is always eager to meet thoughtful collaborators.
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Duntroon workers win redundancy payments
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Dumped defence contractor Serco will have to pay hundreds of thousands in redundancies to up to 200 Canberra workers sacked after the Britain-based multinational lost the facilities contract for defence sites around the capital.
The Fair Work Commission has Serco, and its joint venture partner Sodexo, pay the cleaners, cooks and security guards, many of whom worked at the Royal Military College Duntroon, after a dispute over which workers were owed severance pay-outs.
The services union United Voice said the FWC decision had exposed the behaviour of the joint venture partners towards its former workers as “ugly and mean”.
The union says the workers, many of whom earned about $550 a week, might get between $4000 and $5000 each.
The joint venture Serco Sodexo Defence Services (SSDS) employed about 1400 workers in the ACT and parts of surrounding NSW, until it failed in a tender for Defence Department work last year.
SSDS supplied catering security and cleaning services to the military college and other military and defence installations, employing about 300 people, including about 100 casual employees.
When the joint venture failed in its bid to have its contract renewed in 2014, the workers were sacked with many of them finding work with the companies who took over the contracts.
Under Fair Work laws, a company does not have to pay a redundancy to a worker if the employer has secured a new job, with similar pay and conditions, for its former employee.
SSDS refused to pay redundancies to many of its Canberra workers, arguing that it had helped to get them jobs with the new contractors at defence, freeing the joint venture from the legal obligation to pay-out their former employers.
But after a three-day hearing in Sydney in November, Fair Work Commissioner Julius Roe found, in a decision handed down on Thursday, the joint venture had not played as decisive a role in its former employees’ new jobs as it claimed.
Workers gave evidence that they had heard about the jobs with the new contractors from a variety of sources, including Defence Department public servants.
“I am satisfied that SSDS was not a strong moving force behind the SSDS employees being offered employment with Transfield, Wilson, Brookfield, Menzies, AFL, Blackhawk, Spotless or Compass,” commissioner Roe wrote in his decision
“The actions of SSDS were insufficient to cause acceptable alternative employment to become available to the redundant employees.”
But the company still has a chance to reduce its liability with commissioner Roe agreeing to hear more legal arguments on the amounts to be paid.
A spokesperson from SSDS would not comment other than saying the company had noted the decision and was considering its position.
Tony Cabello, a security guard at the Defence Department’s Russell Offices, said he and his colleagues had been shocked when they lost their jobs at SSDS and had been given little help in securing new employment.
“Some of us were lucky to get employed but it wasn’t a very nice Christmas,” the father-of-four said.
United Voice ACT Branch Secretary Lyndal Ryan was scathing of the joint venture partners’ behaviour towards its former workers.
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Did Sting Really Sing and Record "Book of Mormon Stories"?
byLDS Living | Jan. 29, 2016
Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, known by the stage name Sting, is a music artist with 16 Grammies, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, three Academy Awards, and over 100 million records sold. Plus, his name is in both the Rock and Roll and the Songwriters' Hall of Fame.
So, what is this rock legend doing singing the LDS Primary song "Book of Mormon Stories"?
Many of you might be asking yourself that same question if you've seen the posts and the video circulating social media:
However, it has come to light that, though very Sting-esque, the voice in the video is actually not Sting but an LDS artist who sounds very similar. It's unclear as to whether or not the artist was even aware the video was created.
And what's the name of this singer who has the Mormon social world in a tizzy all over his rockin' vocals? Brett Raymond. The song comes from his album, "Primarily for Grown-Ups," which shares Primary songs like you've never heard them before.
So no, Sting did not sing "Book of Mormon Stories" and post it to a relatively unknown YouTube channel. But hey, the song is amazing none the less!
Lead image from Wikimedia Commons by Yancho Sabev.
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All-Ireland Glory
U14 B North Tipperary Hurling Champions 2014
02 Sep 2014 by Gilbert Williams
Kilruane MacDonaghs captured the North U14 ‘B’ hurling title with a 1-11 to 2-7 victory against Shannon Rovers in Borrisokane. This was MacDonaghs first ‘B’ title in this grade, having won a total of twelve championships (plus seven divisional Féile titles) in the ‘A’ grade. This victory marked a milestone in the club’s history as it was the 150th North title to come to the parish.
On a calm gloomy evening a large crowd assembled in Gardiner Park. Earlier in the season the teams had played out a draw in the Billy O’Meara tournament in MacDonagh Park, so another close encounter was expected. MacDonaghs were first off the mark when the outstanding Sean McAdams sent the sliotar sailing over the bar. Michael Slattery cancelled this out with a white flag. Rovers were operating a two man inside forward line and Kilruane were finding it difficult to come to terms with this. Sean McAdams and Michael Slattery traded points from frees to leave the sides level. MacDonaghs received a huge scare when Mark O’Neill got an accidental blow to the hand in a ruck. Fortunately, after treatment from Jimmy Cahill he was able to resume.
Sean MacAdams and Michael Slattery swopped points once more. Nathan Lynch got in on the act with a point to edge MacDonaghs one clear. Rovers got a huge boost when Manus Heenan found the net and they added two points, the second from a Michael Slattery free. The Shannonsiders were now in the driving seat and held a four point advantage. The prolific Sean McAdams reduced the gap with a point from play and just before the interval Jack Dwan tapped the sliotar to the net from close range to leave the sides on 1-5 as they retired to the dressing room.
MacDonaghs were quickly out of the blocks in the second half but registered two wides. Marksman Sean McAdams fired over a free after a foul on Owen Usman. Rovers responded with a goal from a twenty metre free from Michael Slattery. His shot was partially parried but found the net. Rovers now had their tails up and tacked on a point to go three in front. A Rovers players was penalised for over carrying and Sean McAdams made no mistake from the resultant free. Sean was on target from another free and raised a white flag from a 65 after goal attempts by Devlin Courtney and Sean had been thwarted by the Rovers defence.
The teams were all square and the match was up for grabs. Sean McAdams managed to whip a ground ball over the bar although he was on his knees. Jack Dwan was fouled as be burst through and for once Sean McAdams didn’t punish the indiscretion. Rovers drew level with a point from the right wing and it seemed the game was destined for a draw. There was one more twist. Deep into injury time a push by a Rovers player gave Sean McAdams one last chance for glory from a fifty metre free. Sean showed nerves of steel as he calmly slotted the free over the black spot and MacDonaghs were champions.
It was a game that could have gone either way and the result was in doubt until Ciaran Timmons blew the final whistle. After the game John Delaney, chairman of North Tipperary Bord na nÓg presented the Brendan Corcoran Cup to captain Mark O’Neill. Congratulations to all the panel and management team of John Quinlan, Eoin Hogan and Gilbert Williams. Thanks to Rovers for making it a tremendous final. They were very gracious in defeat.
Team: Páidí Williams, Aaron Morgan, Jack Dunne, Conor Quinlan, Cian Spillane, Mark O’Neill, Dylan Moran, Devlin Courtney, Kian O’Kelly, Owen Usman, Sean McAdams (0-10), Nathan Lynch (0-1), Matthew Moyles, Jack Dwan (1-0) and Matthew Spain. Sub: Luke Morkan.
In the county semi-final MacDonaghs will play Moyne-Templetuohy. This game is expected to take place on Saturday, September 6th. Unfortunately, MacDonaghs will be without the services of Dylan Moran for this game. Dylan broke a finger in a fall off a bicycle. He was gave an outstanding performance in the North final and his absence will be sorely felt.
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T790M mutations identified by circulating tumor DNA test in lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed on first-line epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Vinodini Merinda1, Gatot Soegiarto2, Laksmi Wulandari3
1 Department of Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia
2 Division of Clinical Immunology, Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia
3 Division of Thoracic Oncology, Department of Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia
Date of Submission 23-Apr-2019
Date of Decision 08-Sep-2019
Date of Acceptance 12-Oct-2019
Date of Web Publication 31-Dec-2019
Mrs. Laksmi Wulandari
Division of Thoracic Oncology, Department of Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Jl. Mayjen Prof. Dr. Moestopo No. 6-8, Surabaya 60285
DOI: 10.4103/lungindia.lungindia_182_19
Background: Plasma circulating tumor deoxyribonucleic acid (ctDNA) test is an alternative method to detect the T790M mutation. Compared to conventional tumor rebiopsy, ctDNA possesses several advantages including less invasive, faster, lower costs, and having minimal risk of complications for patients. Objective: The main objective of the study is to identify the prevalence of T790M mutations in lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed after tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) therapy using ctDNA examination. Materials and Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study based on medical records of lung adenocarcinoma patients in the Oncology Outpatient Clinic of Dr. Soetomo General Hospital within the period of January 2017–June 2018. Patients who progressed after receiving first-line epidermal growth factor receptor-TKI (EGFR-TKI) undergone plasma ctDNA examination and genotyping using digital platforms (Droplet Digital™ PCR) method. Results: In total, there were 39 patients who met the criteria for ctDNA testing. Thirty-three patients (84.6%) received first-line gefitinib, while the other six (15.4%) received erlotinib. The T790M mutations were detected in 46.2% of patients. In addition, EGFR common mutation in exon 19 and exon 21 were detected in 87.2% of patients. Median progression-free survival of patients receiving first-line gefitinib or erlotinib were both around 9 months and did not differ significantly. Conclusions: CtDNA examination successfully detected T790M mutation in a certain proportion of lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed after first-line EGFR-TKI without the need for difficult and invasive rebiopsy.
Keywords: T790M mutation, first-line epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitors, lung adenocarcinoma,plasma circulating tumor deoxyribonucleic acid
Merinda V, Soegiarto G, Wulandari L. T790M mutations identified by circulating tumor DNA test in lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed on first-line epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Lung India 2020;37:13-8
Merinda V, Soegiarto G, Wulandari L. T790M mutations identified by circulating tumor DNA test in lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed on first-line epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Lung India [serial online] 2020 [cited 2020 Jan 19];37:13-8. Available from: http://www.lungindia.com/text.asp?2020/37/1/13/274414
Lung cancer is one of the most common causes of cancer mortality in the United States. In 2018, the incidence of new lung cancer cases was estimated to be 234,030 (121,680 of men and 112,350 of women), and the mortality of lung cancer was estimated at 154,050 (83,550 of men and 70,500 of women).[1] Nonsmall-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is considered as the most common type, which comprised more than 85% of all lung cancer cases.[2] Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer and is associated with the presence of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation in about 14%–19% of patients in the Western countries and in 40%–48% of patients in Asia.[3]
The EGFR-tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR-TKI), including gefitinib, erlotinib, and afatinib, are recommended as the first-line treatment for patients with positive EGFR-mutation. Despite achieving notable efficacy from EGFR-TKI treatment, a majority of patients eventually develop resistance after a median progression-free survival (PFS) of approximately 1-year (8–14 months). The progressive disease could be accounted to different resistance mechanisms to TKI. The most common resistance mechanism (approximately 60%) is the T790M secondary mutation. Consequently, patients who progressed after receiving first-line TKI therapy were subjected to rebiopsies of tumor tissue to determine the presence of T790M mutation. However, rebiopsy is not always feasible for many of the patients.[4]
One alternative method that could be employed for the detection of T790M is the circulating tumor deoxyribonucleic acid (ctDNA) test. The ctDNA genotyping is a specific and sensitive biomarker test that can be used for the detection of EGFR mutation. The ctDNA can be extracted from plasma and used for tumor-specific molecular marker detection. Compared to conventional rebiopsy of tumor tissue in patients who have progressed, ctDNA possesses several advantages such as less invasive, faster, lower costs, and having minimal risk of complications for patients. The concordance between plasma ctDNA test and tumor rebiopsy result in NSCLC patients in Asia Pacific was found to be 78%, with a sensitivity of 50% and specificity of 97%.[3] T790M was detected in 47% of NSCLC patients with acquired EGFR-TKI resistance using the plasma ctDNA test and can be found either before or after disease progression. Hence, it can be regarded as a poor prognostic factor.[5]
Until now, the T790M mutation in NSCLC patients in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, had never been reported. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of T790M and other EGFR mutations in lung adenocarcinoma patients who progressed after the first-line EGFR-TKI using ctDNA test.
This was a retrospective cohort study based on the medical records of lung adenocarcinoma patients in the Oncology Outpatient Clinic of Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, a tertiary referral hospital in Indonesia, within the period of January 2017 to June 2018. Eligible participants must fulfill the inclusion criteria: those who had been diagnosed with pulmonary adenocarcinoma Stage IV, had positive EGFR mutation, treated and followed-up at the Oncology Outpatient Clinic of Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia, received first-line EGFR-TKI as treatment, had their disease progressed as evident by radiological (RECIST version 1.1) and/or physician's clinical judgment, and subsequently undergone plasma ctDNA examination. All of the participants characteristic and demographic data, EGFR mutation status, types of first-line EGFR-TKI received, and survival data were recorded. All of the data were obtained from the patient's medical record. Participants with incomplete data or had their plasma ctDNA examination done while on chemotherapy were excluded from the study. This study was approved by the Ethical Committee of Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia (0632/KEPK/Ix/2018).
During the study period, from the first screening, there were a total of 50 patients who had their plasma ctDNA tested and were recorded in the medical records. Eleven patients were excluded due to several reasons, leaving 39 patients who met the inclusion criteria and included in the study as described in [Figure 1]. We describe our study and the participants filled out the consent form.
Figure 1: Flowchart of patient recruitment
Briefly, the procedure for ctDNA test in our hospital was as follows: blood samples were taken from all of the patients and put in ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid tubes. The samples were then directly sent to a central referral laboratory for further processing within 2 h of blood drawing. Plasma was obtained after a series of centrifugations according to the standard protocol. Fresh plasma were stored at −80°C until further examination. DNA extractions were carried out by using spin column method with QIAamp ® circulating nucleic acid kit (QIAGEN, Manchester, UK). Extracted ctDNAs were tested for EGFR mutations using digital detection with the highly sensitive and quantitative Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR ™; Bio-Rad/Molecular MD, Hercules, CA, USA). Assays were performed according to the manufacturer's protocol.
The collected data were assessed using the Shapiro–Wilk test for normality of the distribution. We use the Mann–Whitney U-test or Independent t-test to assess the difference between patients who received first-line gefitinib or erlotinib in terms of PFS, with P < 0.05 considered as statistically significant. All of the statistical analysis was done using IBM SPSS Statistics Software Version 23.0 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY, USA).
Subjects characteristics
The characteristics of the study participants were summarized in [Table 1]. The average age of the participant was 57.80 ± 11.29 years (ranged from 35 to 83 years). The majority of them (20 individuals, 51.3%) were in 41–60 years age group. Most of them were female (28 individuals, 71.8%) and nonsmokers (29 individuals, 74.4%). Based on the data of the initial performance score (PS), the majority of the study participants had PS 1 condition (34 individuals, 87.2%).
Table 1: Baseline characteristics of the study participants
Most of the histopathology specimens were taken from lung mass (30 samples, 76.9%), mostly by fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) techniques (in 23 participants, 59.0%). The first-line EGFR-TKI treatment received by the participants was mostly gefitinib (in 33 patients, 84.6%). With respect to EGFR mutation type, EGFR common mutations were a dominant finding (87.2%), consisted of 23 patients with exon 19 deletion mutation (59.0%) and 11 patients with exon 21 L858R mutation (28.2%).
T790M mutation status
The result of the T790M mutation status obtained from plasma ctDNA test in this study was illustrated in [Table 2]. Eighteen out of 39 patients (46.2%) showed positive T790M mutation. Comparing participants with T790M-positive and T790M-negative mutations, there were no significant differences in patient's characteristics in terms of age group, sex, smoking history, and first-line EGFR-TKI treatment received [Table 3].
Table 2: Result of circulating tumor DNA plasma test
Table 3: Characteristics of T790M-positive and T790M-negative mutant patients
Progression free survival
In this study, 3 out of 39 participants who fulfill the inclusion criteria had incomplete survival data, so they were not included in the analysis of the PFS. With regard to patients who had disease progression, the median PFS was 9 months and the 12 months survival rate was 36.1% [Table 4]. There was no difference in the median PFS between the two types of EGFR-TKI treatment (gefitinib or erlotinib). The median PFS value for both types of EGFR-TKI treatment was around 9 months (P = 0.932) as shown in [Table 5].
Table 4: Progression-free survival analysis
Table 5: Median progression-free survival of first-line gefitinib or erlotinib treatment
Plasma ctDNA test in lung adenocarcinoma patients who had progressive disease following the first-line EGFR-TKI in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia, revealed 46.2% prevalence of positive T790M mutation. This result is encouraging because our study confirmed the conclusions of many other previous studies done in similar circumstances elsewhere.[6],[7],[8],[9] It has long been known that EGFR-mutant lung cancer patients who received EGFR-TKI treatment will eventually come to a disease progression due to secondary resistance to EGFR-TKI.[10] Current guidelines recommended tumor tissue rebiopsy to analyze the mechanisms of resistance and identify new targets for further therapy.[11],[12],[13] However, it is not easy to obtain tumor samples from patients with EGFR mutation-positive NSCLC that has relapsed after treatment with EGFR-TKIs. The confirmation that plasma ctDNA analysis using digital assay can be used as an alternative and noninvasive method to assess EGFR secondary mutation is a major advance in the management of NSCLC patients. It diverts the necessity of other cumbersome and invasive method which is also vulnerable to false-negative results.
Plasma ctDNA analysis is now approved as a robust and accurate method for the detection of actionable mutations prior treatment, selection of first-line TKI, predicting and monitoring response to treatment, and emerging drug resistance mechanisms in NSCLC.[12],[14] Many studies had confirmed the high sensitivity and specificity of plasma ctDNA analysis,[8],[9] which also showed high overall concordance with tumor tissue samples.[8],[15] NSCLC patients from our hospital had previously been involved in a large multicenter IGNITE study conducted in 90 centers from Asia-Pacific and Russia.[3] In that study, plasma ctDNA also had a high concordance with matched tissue/cytology samples (80.5%) albeit with somewhat lower sensitivity (sensitivity 46.9%, specificity 95.6%). EGFR mutation frequencies for evaluable tissue/cytology samples in Asia-Pacific in that study were 49.3% (862/1749).[3]
The prevalence of EGFR mutation in our study is dominated by EGFR common mutation (87.2%) which consisted of exon 19 (59.0%) and exon 21 L858R mutation (28.2%). This result is consistent with other major researches in the field [16],[17],[18],[19],[20] which found that the prevalence of EGFR common mutation was around 85%–90%, consisting of exon 19 deletion and exon 21 L858R mutation. Similarly, in the IGNITE study, the proportion of EGFR common mutation was 91.2% in the Asia-Pacific population, which consisted of exon 19 deletion (48.7%) and exon 21 L858R mutation (42.5%).[3] In our study, exon 18 G719S mutation comprised 5.1% of the mutation pool, whereas combination of exon 19 deletion and exon 21 L858R mutation, exon 20 and exon 21 L858R mutation, and triple mutation of exon 19 deletion, exon 20 and exon 21 L861Q mutation were each 2.6% of our study participants, respectively. The result of our study is also consistent with the common findings as summarized by Sharma et al.[21] and Pirker et al.,[22] where exon 18 mutation was found to be 5% for the total mutation pool and mutation in exon 20 were <1% in proportion. In the IPASS study, several patients were found to possess either EGFR mutation in exon 20, other types of mutations, and/or multiple combinations of mutations.[16] The mutation in exon 20 is associated with primary resistance to EGFR-TKI.[23],[24]
The presence of EGFR mutation in NSCLC of adenocarcinoma histology warrants EGFR-TKI as the first-line treatment.[11] With regard to the patient's demographic data, our study results were closely resembled or comparable to the IPASS and WJTOG3405 studies.[16],[25] The subject's median age in our study was 58 years (ranged from 35 to 83 years), while in the IPASS study, the median age of the participants was 57 years (range: 24–84 years) and in WJTOG3405 study, it was 64 years (range: 34–74 years). A higher proportion of female patient (71.8%) was found in our study. This result was also similar with NEJ002 and WJTOG3405 studies. In NEJ002 study, the female participants made up 63.2% of the study population,[26] while in WJTOG3405 study, it was 68%.[25] In terms of smoking history, there were more nonsmokers (74.4%) compared to active and ex-smokers. The result of our study is similar to the WJTOG3405 study where nonsmokers were found to be 70.9%.[25] Most participants in our study were in PS 1 condition, which made up 87.2% of the total study population. In comparison, only 64.2% of study participants in IPASS study had PS 1 condition.[16] With regard to the sampling site of histopathological examination for the diagnosis of adenocarcinoma, most specimen samples in our study were obtained from lung mass (76.9%). The most common sampling method for histopathological examination was by FNAB (59%). This finding is consistent with the IGNITE study, where fine-needle aspiration was also identified as the most common method for obtaining samples (51%).[3]
Three types of EGFR-TKI available in Indonesia for first-line treatment of EGFR-mutant NSCLC were gefitinib, erlotinib, and afatinib. Gefitinib was more widely used (84.6%) than erlotinib. This could be due to the fact that gefitinib was the first EGFR-TKI received the approval by National Health Insurance issued by the Indonesian government.[27] Until the end of this study, there were no patients receiving afatinib as the first-line treatment that suffered from disease progression, and therefore, no plasma ctDNA examination done for these patients.
Among patients who had progressed after first-line gefitinib or erlotinib, our study detected 46.2% participants positive for T790M mutation. This result is comparable with the study conducted by Zheng et al., which found that the prevalence of T790M-positive mutation patients was 47%.[5] In their study, the combination of T790M-positive mutation with either exon 19 deletion or exon 21 L858R mutation was found to be 29.3%, which is higher compared to single T790M mutation (17.9%).[5] Our result was in contrast to Socinski et al.,[13] which found that the prevalence of T790M mutation was 60%, aside from other types of non-EGFR mutations. This difference might be accounted to the difference in race and genetic factors between the Caucasian and Asian population. Further research is needed to confirm this assumption.
In our study, the proportion of patients with negative T790M mutation was 53.8%, in which 38.5% patients had no T790M mutation and 15.3% had no T790M mutation but were positive for either exon 19 deletion or exon 21 L858R mutation. This is consistent with Zheng et al., where the proportion of patients with negative T790M mutation but were positive for either exon 19 deletion or exon 21 L858R mutation was 6.5%–14.3%.[5] Based on the characteristics of patients, there were no significant differences between T790M positive and T790M negative mutation in terms of age, gender, smoking history, and EGFR-TKI treatment (P > 0.05). This is also consistent with the previous study by Zheng et al., which had the same findings.[5] Patients with positive T790M mutations from ctDNA test following EGFR-TKI are associated with poor prognosis. It could indicate that tumor cells have exceeded the threshold for tumor growth, and reflect an increase in tumor burden and also metastasis.[5]
PFS in this study was calculated from the time EGFR-TKI treatment was started until the earliest signs of disease progression assessed using RECIST version 1.1 and/or clinical worsening. Socinski et al. mentioned that resistance to EGFR-TKI will develop in patients after a median PFS of approximately 1-year (average 8–14 months).[13] In the current study, the median PFS was 9 months for both gefitinib and erlotinib. The result of our study is very similar to the WJTOG3405 study which asserted that the median PFS was 9.2 months.[25] Our previous study (thesis, unpublished data) found that the median PFS was 7 months,[27] while the IFUM study reported the median PFS of 9.7 months.[28] Twelve months survival rate in the current study was 36.1%, whereas in our previous study, it was 15.25%.[27] This might be due to immature data in our previous report.
In the current study, there was no difference in median PFS between the two types of EGFR-TKI treatment (gefitinib or erlotinib). The median PFS of gefitinib and erlotinib were 9 months, respectively (P = 0.932). In WJOG5108 L study comparing gefitinib and erlotinib, it was found that the median PFS for gefitinib was 8.3 months, while the median PFS for erlotinib was 10 months.[29]
There are several mechanisms of resistance to EGFR-TKI which result in disease progression. The T790M mutations are presumed to cause resistance to EGFR TKI through a variety of mechanisms. One of which is by steric hindrance, which results in the decrease of reversible TKI binding, increased bound affinity with ATP, and increased phosphorylation levels, which ultimately result in the decrease of EGFR-TKI potential.[13] Other review suggests that the mutation causes changes in the tridimensional tyrosine kinase domain structure and prevents gefitinib or erlotinib from binding to EGFR.[30]
In EGFR-mutated lung adenocarcinoma patients who had disease progression after the first-line EGFR-TKI, plasma ctDNA examination is a valid alternative method for tumor rebiopsy. Our study confirmed the conclusions of many other previous studies done in the same circumstances elsewhere. Using plasma ctDNA test in Dr. Soetomo General Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia, the proportion of T790M mutation in such patients was 46.2%. There were no significant differences between T790M-positive and T790M-negative mutations in terms of the age, sex, smoking history, and the type of EGFR-TKI used. Prior to the first-line EGFR-TKI treatment, EGFR common mutation in exon 19 and exon 21 was detected in 87.2% of the patients. The median PFS of patients receiving gefitinib or erlotinib as the first-line treatment was 9 months.
All authors would like to thank Ms. Roselini Ngiono B. Sc for manuscript proofread and her recommendations to improve our manuscript. The plasma ctDNA test was supported by AstraZeneca Ltd, Indonesia but it does not interferred in manuscript design and preparation.
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–Mkushi District Council Secretary (CS), Everty Ng’andu, has reiterated government’s commitment towards improving standard of living for Masansa residents through Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects.
Mr Ng’andu made reference to the recently completed water tank in Masansa, which was officially commissioned by Mkushi North Member of Parliamen t(MP), Ingrid Mpande, after being constructed using K100,000 from 2013 CDF funding.
Mr Ng’andu pointed out that the essence of CDF projects was to ease the challenges and improve the quality of life for communities.
He said in view of this, there was need for communities to appreciate government’s commitment towards communal projects that had long term developmental benefits.
The CS thanked residents for having displayed unity throughout the various stages involved in the construction of the project.
Mr Ng’andu advised residents to remain focused on development, saying more government funded projects were to be expected through CDF.
During the official commissioning of the water project, Mkushi North Member of Parliament, Ingrid Mpande, stressed the need for residents to ensure that the water tank was guarded from being vandalized.
Mr Mpande also saluted the joint efforts involving the Churches Council of Zambia (CCZ), Mkushi District Council, as well as the CDF committee of Masansa area in completing the project.
He observed that the completion of the water tank had presented the impetus towards the objective of providing residents with clean, safe tap water.
In a development, Matuku ward councillor, Jairos Tembo (MMD) described the development as long overdue and welcome.
Mr Tembo said the issue of inadequate points for clean, safe water had been a long standing aspiration for residents of Chikanda and Matuku wards.
He observed that the water project would go a long way in uplifting the quality of life in the two wards.
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Kanye West interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at last year's MTV Video Music Awards.Los Angeles, California, September 13, 2010- Hollywood singer Taylor Swift's song at the MTV Video Music awards Sunday appeared to be a ballad to Kanye West, the rapper who interrupted her acceptance speech at last year's show.
Los Angeles, California, Septemper 13, 2010- Hollywood singer Taylor Swift’s song at the MTV Video Music awards Sunday appeared to be a ballad to Kanye West, the rapper who interrupted her acceptance speech at last year’s show.
“Who you are is not what you did,” Swift sang. “You’re still an innocent.”
While Swift’s ballad for West carried a message of forgiveness, West also was the target of jokes from show host Chelsea Handler. She lampooned by West by giving tips on how to fend off people stealing a spotlight.
West was set to perform later in the show.
Another celeb made fun of her own bad behavior early in the show.
Lindsay Lohan, fresh out of jail and rehab, appeared in a backstage skit with Handler, who was wearing an alcohol-detection braclet like the one Lohan recently wore.
“Wake up, Handler, pull it together,” Lohan said as she slammed Handler against a wall. “You’re a menace. Do you think anyone will work with a drunk? Take it from me, they don’t.”
Even if West is on his best behavior, there are other opportunities for misbehavior.
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and her “Jersey Shore” cast mates will present an award. Snooki is fresh off a court appearance for bad behavior in Seaside Heights, New Jersey.
Other presenters with more polite reputations include Cher, Ellen DeGeneres, Katy Perry and the cast of “Glee.”
Teen singing sensation Justin Bieber took the stage outside of the Nokia Theater in downtown Los Angeles during the first hour. Usher followed with a song on the main stage. Linkin Park, Eminem, Drake, Paramore, B.o.B, Florence + The Machine also were on the list of performers.
Last year’s show is remembered mostly for what was not planned.
West, who walked the red carpet with a bottle of cognac in his hand, jumped on stage after Swift was announced the winner over Beyonce in one category.
“Taylor, I’m really happy for you, and I’m gonna let you finish, but Beyonce had one of the best videos of all time,” he said, snatching the microphone from Swift after she had won her award.
Swift stood onstage, speechless, clutching her award. The cameras panned to a shocked Beyonce, while the audience booed and later chanted “Taylor.”
Though Beyonce later afforded the teen singer another opportunity to finish her speech, the West backlash had begun.
The backlash against West cost him his spot on a concert tour with Lady Gaga.
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Islamic Meditation
(Funny ... It's a Different Religion But the Same Methods Over and Over Again!)
I once had a conversation with Thomas Cleary, who has translated more books on Taoism, Zen and Buddhism than anyone I know of. Thomas told me his best, most intelligent, and most impressive audiences for his topics of spiritual cultivation were always Moslem. If I remember correctly, he said that when he speaks about Taoism he always gets crazy people in his audience, the Zen and Buddhist audiences have their own idiosyncrasies, and the Christian crowds tend to be a little close-minded.
That comment on Moslems impressed me a lot. My own humble and independent opinion from my own observances is that the intellect, culture, refinement and bearing of Moslem audiences/attendees interested in spiritual cultivation is at the top tier, far surpassing most other groups. Most people don't appreciate Islamic cultivation, because various Moslem sects (just as in Christianity or Judaism) grab the spotlight.
In my Stages course we go into Islamic cultivation and how to match it with everyone else. Here's a few highlights:
Most people don't realize that Islam, too, follows the same principles of cultivation as does Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Taoism and so forth. They don't know this because they are simply unfamiliar with the cultivation practices of Sufism, an Islamic sect of true cultivation practice.
Here's some similarities that Islamic cultivation has with Buddhism, Taoism and the Eastern spiritual paths.
In Islam, "seeing the Tao" is called "seeing God's face." The kundalini phenomenon is called "the fire of separation" in Islam whereas yoga calls it the "gastric fire" or "kundalini," Taoism calls it the "clumsy fire," Tibetans call it the "tumo heat," and Christianity calls it "incendium amoris."
Most of these spiritual schools make references to the major four chakras, as is done in Tibetan Esoteric cultivation, because you can cultivate them to attain samadhi states. Islam is no stranger to this practice.
Sufism refers to these four chakras as the Teacher (crown chakra), Mysterious (throat chakra), Secret (heart chakra) and Self (navel chakra) respectively. The Hopi Indians of American also speak of these chakras, and describe them as being located on the crown of the head and in the regions of the throat, heart and near the navel.
Michael Maier, representing the Western spiritual traditions, also illustrates them in his masterpiece, a western alchemical work called Atalanta Fugiens. Incidentally, Master Nan happened to give a presentation on the meaning of the pictures in this text, at my request, and soon I'll be turning it into a cassette tape course since that's an easier way to pass on the cultivation teachings than writing about the diagrams and their meaning. Sometimes it's just better to hear someone speaking to you as you look at the pictures, which we'll be posting on the website in a month or so.
Islam recognizes the importance of cultivating samadhi to attain spiritual states, and recognizes the enemies of samadhi cultivation as being torpor (laziness) and excitedness or distraction. That's why a ninth-century Egyptian Sufi correctly commented, "The repentance of the masses is from sins whereas repentance of the elect [cultivation practitioners] is from distraction." Such a quote reinforces standard cultivation principles. Pick up any book on Tibetan or Chinese cessation-contemplation practice and you'll read about these two enemies of lethargy and distraction.
As with Zen's emphasis on expedient means, a famous Sufi saying also runs, "you must wear the outer garment of the law (by following societal norms), but you must wear the inner garment of the transcendental way." In other words, cultivate the Tao but fulfill your daily responsibilities and match with conditions around you. Cultivate the Tao but fulfill your worldly responsibilities due to karmic conditions. Eat, sleep, chop wood, fetch water but always cultivate the Tao.
Isn't it interesting how all these spiritual schools have teachings that parallel one another?
Another example taken from Islam, which Herbert Benson recorded in his book, The Relaxation Response, gives a clear description of mantra practice for attaining samadhi, which is called "dhikr" in the Sufi tradition:
Let the worshipper reduce his heart to a state in which the existence of anything and its non-existence are the same to him. Then let him sit alone in some corner, limiting his religious duties to what is absolutely necessary, and not occupying himself either with reciting the Koran or considering its meaning or with books of religious traditions or with anything of the sort. And let him see to it that nothing save God most High enters his mind. Then, as he sits in solitude, let him not cease saying continuously with his tongue, "Allah, Allah," keeping his thought on it. At last he will reach a state when the motion of his tongue will cease, and it will seem as though the word flowed from it. Let him persevere in this until all trace of motion is removed from his tongue, and he finds his heart persevering in the thought. Let him still persevere until the form of the word, its letters and shape, is removed from his heart, and there remains the idea alone, as though clinging to his heart, inseparable from it. So far, all is dependent on his will and choice; but to bring the mercy of God does not stand in his will or choice. He has now laid himself bare to the breathings of that mercy, and nothing remains but to wait what God will open to him, as God has done after this manner to prophets and saints. If he follows the above course, he may be sure that the light of the Real will shine out in his heart.
What do Moslems hope to attain by spiritual cultivation?
Samadhi and the Tao, which they describe through poetic images for the masses. Once again you have one description for cultivators and you veil that description for the masses who just cannot get it unless they truly cultivate spiritual practice.
There's a poetic description of a genuine samadhi experience in the writings of Abu Yazid, who was the grandson of a Zoroastrian. He was the founder of the ecstatic ("drunken") school of Sufism of which we can make comparisons to Hasidism, devotional bhakti Hinduism, and ecstatic Christian cultivation.
Abu Yazid poetically described a journey to Heaven, in imitation of the Prophet Mohammed's ascension, which captured the imagination of later writers but which incorporates some characteristics of an advanced samadhi experience:
"Abu Yazid related as follows.
I gazed upon God with the eye of certainty after that He had advanced me to the degree of independence from all creatures, and illumined me with His light, revealing to me the wonders of His secrets and manifesting to me the grandeur of His He-ness.
Then from God I gazed upon myself, and considered well the secrets of my self. My light was darkness beside the light of God; my grandeur shrank to very meanness beside God's grandeur; my glory beside God's glory became but vainglory. There was purity, here all was foulness.
When I looked again, I saw my being by God's light. I realized that my glory was of His grandeur and glory. Whatsoever the eye of my physical body perceived, it perceived through Him. I gazed with the eye of justice and reality; all my worship proceeded from God, not from, and I had supposed that it was I who worshipped Him.
I said, "Lord God, what is this?"
He said, "All that I am, and none other than I."
Then He stitched up my eye, not to be the means of seeing and so that I might not see, and He instructed the gaze of my eye in the root of the matter, the He-ness or Himself. He annihilated me from my own being, and made me to be everlasting through his own everlastingness, and He glorified me. He disclosed to me His own Selfhood, unjostled by my own existence. So God, the one Truth, increased in me reality. Through God I gazed on God, and I beheld God in reality.
There I dwelt a while, and found repose. I stopped up the ear of striving; I withdrew the tongue of yearning into the throat of disappointment. I abandoned acquired knowledge, and removed the interference of the soul that bids to evil. I remained still for a space, without any instrument, and with the hand of God's grace I swept superfluities from the pathway of root principles. "
What about the state where one realizes the Tao, and has no more individual ego?
The Islamic saint, al-Hallaj was killed for saying "I am God" when he reached that state. Jesus also said "The Father and I are one," and was crucified. Krishna said something similar but escaped any such cruel fate, and many Zen masters have said similar things. The point is, intellectuals, religious people, the masses have no understanding of this state and always think you are speaking heresy or blasphemy.
The mystic poet Rumi talked about the Islamic saint al-Hallaj's claim, "I am God," saying:
"This is what is signified by the words Ana 'l-Haqq "I am God." People imagine that it is a presumptuous claim, whereas it is really a presumptuous claim to say Ana 'l 'abd "I am the slave of God"; and Ana 'l-Haqq "I am God" is an expression of great humility. The man who says Ana 'l 'abd, "I am the slave of God," affirms two existences, his own and God's, but he that says Ana 'l-Haqq, "I am God," has made himself non-existent and has given himself up and "I am God," i.e., "I am naught, He is all": there is no being but God's. "
Isn't this the same path of spiritual cultivation as all the other religions? Stop and think about what I'm revealing here -- which is that the path of spiritual cultivation is basically the same but simply framed differently in different religions, especially when dealing with the masses. Throw in wars, political rivalries between groups, money flows, reinterpretations by intellectuals rather than cultivators and the true path is lost or is hidden.
That's just the way it is.
Moral?
(1) Find the true path of cultivation and uncover the true, fundamental cultivation principles. That's what are books and articles are all about. The principles and path are fundamentally non-denominational, which is why they are "ontologically" sound.
(2) Start practicing meditation according to what you've learned
(3) When gong-fu arises due to your spiritual practice, recognize that it isn't anything special and has been cataloged before - you are NOT a special case
(4) Forget your body, mind, emotions and keep focused on the principle of Emptiness for each and every stage of the path
(5) If you're lucky you'll find a good teacher, but it all comes down to the personal work of devoted, disciplined, stick-with-it meditation practice and there are hundreds of meditation techniques to choose from, but they all involved training to free yourself from thoughts
(6) It's all about attaining samadhi as a stepping stone to attaining the stage of non-ego, or spiritual enlightenment
That's it for this short lesson on Islamic cultivation and its parallels with the other cultivation schools of the world. The path is the same, the stages are the same, gong-fu is the same, and methods used are similar.
One last note.
Contrary to what people believe because of zealots mistakenly turning "jihad" into a reason to kill those who don't follow their ways or beliefs, rather than turning it within as a reminder to "kill thoughts" and practice emptiness meditation themselves, the Islamic worldview has often been generous enough and large enough to embrace all religions. Not always, but sometimes. This is the stand I would like to see Islamic countries openly support once again in full flavor. For instance, the Ikwan al-Safa Brethren of Purity felt that a seeker after truth must "shun no science, scorn no book, nor cling fanatically to a single creed." The true Islam is particularly open, generous and tolerant in this fashion, for as Ibn al-Arabi wrote,
"Do not attach yourself to any particular creed exclusively, so that you may disbelieve all the rest; otherwise you will lose much good, nay, you will fail to recognize the real truth of the matter. God, the omnipresent and omnipotent, is not limited by any one creed, for, he says, "Wheresoever you turn, there is the face of al-Lah." (Koran 2:109). Everyone praises what he believes; his god is his own creature, and in praising it he praises himself. Consequently he blames the beliefs of others, which he would not do if he were just, but his dislike is based on ignorance. "
Let us hope Moslems, the world over, abandon fanatical views that are really politics clothed in religion, and welcome the path to Tao in all its various forms.
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Childhood fame, it’s official – Play-Doh is the smell of a generation.
Now that the kids who spent their childhood mushing pink putty in their hands have become old enough to run the world, they’re changing the rules of intellectual property to protect their olfactory legacy.
Actually, says here Play-Doh has been around since 1956. But I am curious as to how many 60-year-olds today reminisce about the smell of Play-Doh? Feel free to comment on this. I asked a gentleman of about 50 but he’s from Germany. They had their own Play-Doh he says, and he didn’t recall its smell in the same way.
In the US, Play-Doh was a cultural phenomenon; is that what you would call it? For anyone who did not experience something I will call a standard American childhood, the colored putty probably just smells like putty.
To a trained fragrance designer who also did not experience the standard American childhood, it probably smells like “sweet, slightly musky, vanilla fragrance, with slight overtones of cherry, combined with the smell of a salted, wheat-based dough.” Because that’s what the trademark now says.
To that generation of US kids who played with it, it smells like childhood and fun.
So this is now a trademark, which I should assume is something like being protected under intellectual property or copyright law. This is a big deal then, because we can’t copyright fragrance. Fragrance and Fashion are two art forms that cannot be protected under the same laws that sent Pharrell into the courtroom over Robin Thicke’s Blurred Lines.
In fact, after a quick perusal, it looks like there’s only ten other scents in this category (and the UK only has two). The ironic loophole here for Play-Doh is that a product that serves only the purpose of its scent cannot be protected. Play-Doh is a toy, not a perfume or a candle or a cardboard cutout of an evergreen tree. (In the UK, it’s for rose-scented car tires.)
Verizon stores have their own scent trademarked. One that I really like is this company that makes engine lubricant, and it’s got three different aromas that make your car exhaust smell like a fruit basket (cherry, grape and strawberry to be specific). "Fuel Fragrances" by Manhattan Oil, check it out. I like this one because it leads me to my quick diversion – scented Crayola crayons. What the heck were they thinking? They should’ve taken a page out of Play-Doh’s book. The Doh smells good, but it’s not an edible scent. Sure, they say “cherry overtones” and vanilla, but everything smells like cherry and vanilla, right? It’s just not the same as labeling a brown crayon “Chocolate” and then making it smell like chocolate.
In conclusion, and despite the excitement of this news, I am compelled to express my regret on this one issue: Using words to talk about smells is a joke. I understand that laws are made of words, and so that’s all we have, but this – doesn’t mean much in the world of smells.
I would much rather see it as “the smell of childhood and fun.” But I guess that’s too vague. (“Sweet, slightly musky, vanilla fragrance, with slight overtones of cherry, combined with the smell of a salted, wheat-based dough.”)
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Hasbro trademarks Play-doh’s scent: Sweet, slightly musky
AP News, May. 18, 2018
https://www.apnews.com/da4c62e7e9ac4b58bd824f942f0710cb
The subject of intellectual property comes up a bit here, so I added some links for your interest:
Secrets of Flavor
Firmenich and the Ecstasy of Saint Theresa
What Exit - The Smells of the New Jersey Turnpike
I Could Have Been a Fragrance Millionaire Jerry
Post Script
Play-Doh and used Play-Doh do not smell the same. Because it’s sticky, and kids can be gross, and together, that makes Play-Doh, potentially the grossest smelliest thing ever. Kids pat it down on peanut butter and paint-covered surfaces, then on the ground, then on their foreheads… Then they take that entire surface area and squish it upon itself, putting all those microbes that were on the outside, now on the inside, and making more, new outside that can now stick to new microbes, which will be squished back into itself again, and again. It might be the greatest recipe for a germ-bomb ever. Then again, according to this seemingly disruptive news about Leukemia and germs, that might not be a bad thing. Maybe Hasbro has another patent brewing as we speak.
Labels: childhood, copyright, cultural appropriation, intellectual property, nostalgia, play smell, toy smell, words
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California Lawmakers Okay Bill To Protect LGBT Students At Private Religious Universities
Lawmakers in California have approved a bill that would require private religious universities to publicly disclose if they discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Senate Bill 1146 would require universities to notify the California Student Aid Commission that they have been granted a Title IX exemption. They would also be required to inform students and staff.
SB 1146 was authored by Senator Ricardo Lara, an openly gay Democrat from Bell Gardens.
“With SB1146, we have shed light on the appalling discriminatory practices LGBTQ students face at private religious universities in California,” said Lara. “No university should have a license to discriminate, especially those receiving state funds. This bill represents a critical first step in the ongoing efforts to protect students from discrimination for living their truths or loving openly.”
A Title IX exemption allows universities to skirt the federal law's ban on discrimination based on gender, including gender identity and not conforming to gender stereotypes.
According to Equality California, which backs the bill, such exemptions have increased from one in 2013 to over 43 nationwide today.
“Many students or employees are not aware of a particular school's policies until they are already enrolled or on the payroll,” said Equality California Executive Director Rick Zbur. “SB 1146 would expose anti-LGBT discrimination for all to see and would allow potential students or employees to protect themselves.”
The bill now heads to Governor Jerry Brown for his signature.
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Amy Winehouse Gets Real With Robbie
Wino tells Williams 'No no no!'
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 - 14:34
Apparently Robbie Williams wanted to record a duet with Amy Winehouse, but the soul singer has turned the Angels star down flat.
When she found out that Robbie wanted to collaborate with her, Wino's reply was "Are you f***ing joking?"
In other Amy Winehouse news, the troubled singer apparently spent over £70,000 on hotels since she moved out of her North London abode a few weeks ago. The singer is currently holed up in The Langham hotel, where her suite costs £7,000 per night.
Amy is set to move out of the hotel soon though, once she finalises a deal on a £2.5 million town house in Camden.
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MTV News | Is It Over For The Saturdays?
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18 Labels / Record Deals 10 Song placements 9 Professional Song Critique 9 Artist Development 6 Sync Licensing: Advertising 6 Sync Licensing: TV / Movies / Video Games 4 Career Coaching 3 Publishing Deal 3 Management Deals 1 Radio Playlisting 1 Production Deals 1 Exposure Opportunity 1 Compilations
40 rough mixes 40 fully mastered 40 broadcast ready
40 critique
6 under $10 26 under $20 40 under $30 40 under $40 40 any price
16 within 7 days 20 within 14 days 31 within 45 days 9 longer than 45 days
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JYP Entertainment Seeking Quality Songs for Platinum Selling Male & Female K-Pop Artists
Hey, I'm an in-house producer for JYP Entertainment, the largest Kpop label in South Korea. We're looking for songs to place with both our male and female artists. Please only send your best songs complete with a beat, vocals, and lyrics. Genre's we are looking for include, but not limited to,: Pop, Dance, Electronic, R&B, Soul, Ballad, Hip Hop, Urban. Good luck!
JYP Entertainment is a South Korean entertainment company that operates as a record label, talent agency, music production company, event management and concert production company, and music publishing house. JYP Entertainment is currently the home of artists including 2PM, Miss A, Baek A-yeon, 15&, JJ Project, Got7, Nakjoon, Day6, Twice, and Jeon So-mi, and formerly to artists like Park Ji-yoon, g.o.d, Rain, Jay Park, San E, Meng Jia, Wonder Girls, Sunmi, Ha:tfelt, and 2AM.
- Tommy Park / JYP Entertainment
Seeking Producers With High Quality, Energetic, Trap, Pop, & R&B Instrumentals To Be Considered For Placement!
Our Clients are independent and multi platinum artist(s) Seeking high quality, energetic trap, pop, & R&B style beats for production placement on upcoming releases. We are looking for industry quality production to shop throughout our network, as well as to consider signing new talent for production management opportunity. We will provide you with feedback & rate your submissions!
: Please submit your best work. Songs will go through the review process and if selected you will receive negotiated compensation. We look forward to hearing what you have to offer.
- The Administration
Deal Type: Producer / Production Management Decision Maker: We are the final decision makers Deal Structure: Negotiable Compensation: Negotiable Song Quality: Rough Mixes, Fully Mastered, Broadcast Ready Similar Sounding Artist: Future, Migos, The Weeknd, Drake, Ty Dolla Sign, 2Chainz, Gucci Mane, Tory Lanez, Chris Brown, Cardi B, Lil Baby
Critique & Advice for possible tv/film placements + Label Visibility - Your Shot to grab Amir Windom's EAR & ATTENTION
Critique & Advice for possible Label Deals - Your Shot to grab Amir Windom's EAR & ATTENTION
Think your music is great?
Let it be heard by Grammy Award winning Record Executive and A&R Amir Windom for an intimate detailed critique. Amir has built his career on discovering talent and making global superstars. He realizes the key to finding superstars is listening closely to music, knowing how to identify potential, meeting artists and giving EVERYONE A FAIR SHOT and LISTEN.
Amir has teamed up with Music Xray to give artists opportunities to bring him virtually into their studios. Maybe he has the advice that's going to push your song or brand to the next level and propel it to eyes and ears all over the world.
Windom’s recent accomplishments include becoming an Oscar nominee for his A&R work on Pharrell’s international hit “Happy”.
Windom’s creative genius on Trey Songz, Kanye West, T.I. Lupe Fiasco and B.o.B’s albums has a reputation for impressive results. He has also developed marketing campaigns for renowned brands such as Adidas and Kodak.
Amir Windom
30 minutes of one on one mentoring on the phone with Allison Shaw -Manic Monkee MGMT & Marketing
30 minutes of one on one mentoring on the phone
I will spend 30 minutes with you on the phone with you giving you advice on your music, how to maximize your revenue streams, social media and more, like a band 101. You can ask me anything you need help on during the call and I will help. I have specialties in everything from Booking, to PR, the right Merchandise, Music placements, Tech music media, and so much more, so come armed with questions and be prepared to take notes!
new Tommy Boy Looking for New Talent
Tommy Boy Looking for New Talent
A&R team at Tommy Boy Entertainment seeks new talent to add to our roster. With a focus on originality and style, we will critique your music and look for opportunities for you - including securing features, production placements and sync opportunities.
- Brian Delaney - A&R - Tommy Boy Entertainment
Submissions to Join the No Pride Family
We are looking for new bands or projects to join our roster. Send us your best stuff. If we can work together we'll sign you. If you got some good music already recorded, we can offer a track on our "Ten Tons of Tunes" compilation series.
- Jack Lygre / No Pride In Life RECords
Dot Dash, Inc. Looking for Producers & Writers
Dot Dash, Inc., Andrew Frampton's production company, is looking for only the best Topline writers and Track Producers. Please submit your very best for consideration to join our team.
- Andrew Frampton
Looking for R&B / HipHop / World Music for Potential Soundtrack Placements
Finished Product Only. Mixed & Mastered. Distribution via Sony/Red. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration.
- Manny "Maddog" Ayala - Executive Director - The Collective Agency
Seeking songwriters for major/indie TV/Film synchs and more
Looking for great songwriters to work with in different spaces. Fishing for major placements is tough these days so my team and I have a new system to almost guarantee placements for records that will be released through our JV label system.
Chris Heintz - A&R/Manager - Track Killers Ent. Inc
Looking for music for Def Jam artist Dani Leigh
Dani Leigh (Lil Baby ft. Lil Baby and "Easy" Remix ft. Chris Brown) seeks full records with vocals or tracks with hooks that are dance-able like her previous singles. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration.
- Chris Heintz - A&R/Manager - Track Killers Ent. Inc
Atlantic artist Kehlani needs music
I need tracks to send to writers or fully referenced records for Kehlani. Her normal cool/soulful/urban sound. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration.
Looking for Great Up and Coming Songwriters and Producers!
We are looking to build new relationships with the next generation of songwriters and producers by listening and give very constructive critiques of their music. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration and feedback.
Cortez Farris is a Multi Platinum Engineer & Producer. Cortez worked for many years at the world famous Hit Factory Recording Studios in New York City, and has worked as a Music Producer and Engineer on projects around the World. He is the Founder & Head Mentor at AMMPP.
Credits: Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys, Whitney Houston, Black Eyed Peas, Mary J Blige, El DeBarge, Paul Simon, The Neptunes, Lil’ Kim, Method Man, and Damian Marley
- Cortez Farris Founder/ Producer/Engineer/Mentor - AMMPP.com Management/Robotcity Studios
Seeking Music for Promotion and Music Supervisors
Always looking to do articles and promote new music through our page CULTR - https://www.facebook.com/cultrdotcom/
Submit all things (EDM/POP/URBAN)
- Looking for new music to submit to Music Supervisors for anything from a web series to Hollywood films
(Any Genre) https://soundcloud.com/melodicmusicsync/showreel
- Joshua Trenerry - Sync & Licensing/Marketing - Melodic Music/CULTR
Hurricane Music Group Seeking Song for Sync Licensing & Publishing Deals
Looking for worthy songs deserving of sync licensing or publishing deals worldwide. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration.
HMG offers a 360 degree look at artists and entertainment, combining traditional record label services like producing albums and marketing physical/digital retail distribution with additional non-traditional services like worldwide deals, movie soundtracks, publishing and licensing deals.
- Alex Roberts / Hurricane Music Group
Get Discovered!!
Hi, I've worked professionally in the music business for over two decades. During my tenure, I have assisted in the success of many Grammy-winning artists, writers and producers. I’ve also garnered many important relationships and learned the creative techniques used by the majors. I'm truly excited to now share these techniques and facilitate opportunities to help you become successful at your craft. Great news! I do not name drop or self-promote on social media. I'm a behind-the- scenes strategist, doer and passionate surrogate for my clients.
Until now, my clientele has been referrals only. Why? This isn't about me; it’s about discovering and developing new talent. So, if you are serious about your career, looking for opportunities or simply trying to perfect your craft ... you've come to the right place. I will take the adequate time to listen, critique, develop, and shop your music to established artists. In closing, I look forward to working closely with you and on your behalf.
- Anthony Truss - Owner/A&R Director - Truss Consulting and Development
Songs and Artist Placements Opps
As a member of Music Xray, I will be soliciting great music "your music" to labels, managers, and artists. I am currently and always looking for "hits".
My system will work as follows:
I'm either directly or no more that (3) degrees of separation from any artist in the business. Once I receive your submission and conclude that it is indeed a hit, I will request an mp3.
The next step is for me to decipher what artist(s) or label your work best fits.
I then go to work on your behalf by submitting your work for review to the appropriate party and await his/her feedback.
I will make a maximum of (3) follow-up calls or email attempts as a constant reminder and to stress the importance of reviewing your work expeditiously.
If I get a bite, I will then contact you for the next steps.
With that said ... lets get to work!
- Anthony Truss - FMR - Sony Music
Looking for AMAZING bands to Manage, promote and move forward
Be warned, we only consider working with GREAT ARTISTS. So having said that, if you believe you have what it takes, then we would love to hear from you. You won't get a one word yes or no from us. If it's a yes then it will be just the start, but even if it is a no, we'll tell you why and do everything we can to try and help you move forward or even be able to come back to us for another shot in the future. We are the real deal !!!
Songwriters!
Calling all songwriters. We have a number of major opportunities for songwriters out there including chart topping and award winning producers looking to work with new writers as well as international artists looking for songs. Don't worry about genre as a great song is just a great song and the artist/producer can steer the genre.
Aces Nation looking for new songwriters and artists
We are looking for Artists and Songwriters who are looking to get publish and/or showcase their talent. Aces Nation Publishing company is affiliated with ASCAP . We will go over the talent's work and provide concrete critique , and for those who we really like their music will have a chance to remain in contact with us and develop and will also have a chance to pick up a Publishing Deal or explore other endeavors for their music.
Seeking Artists for Branding/Management
I am looking for new artist's to work with on projects and opportunities I have available. This includes working with other top recording artists, producers, and brands in the entertainment industry. Previous artist of mine have worked with Universal Music Group, Maybach Music Group, Platinum Harvest, & Def Jam Records.
Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez is Seeking to Critique New Talent For Management Consideration
Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez is looking for amazing, producers and songwriters for label roster consideration, management, and artist placements. This opportunity is not for rappers as most Roc Nation artists write their own raps. Songwriters and producers only please. Submit your best work for consideration. A full critique and consideration for involvement at Roc Nation will be provided.
Founded in 2008, Roc Nation is a full-service entertainment company, inclusive of artist, songwriter, producer and engineer management; music publishing; touring & merchandising; film & television; new business ventures; and a music label. It is home to a diverse roster comprised of critically acclaimed recording artists, writers and producers including Rihanna, Shakira, J. Cole, Rita Ora, Calvin Harris, NO ID, Timbaland, Santigold, DJ Mustard and more. Roc Nation has a partnership with global management company, Three Six Zero.
- Randy "Spanish Ran" Rodriguez A&R - Roc Nation
Attention Rappers / Singers!!! Major Opportunity!!! Record Label Seeking Artists To Sign, Market & Promote!!!
Our Client an established record label is seeking singers & songwriters, for placements & roster consideration on upcoming releases. We are looking for industry quality artists to consider collaborations or signing new talent for this opportunity. We will provide you with feedback & rate your submissions!
Deal Type: Artist / Artist Management / Label
Decision Maker: We are the final decision makers
Deal Structure: Negotiable
Song Quality: Rough Mixes, Fully Mastered, Broadcast Ready Similar Sounding Artists: ( Be Yourself ) Andre 3000, Eryka Bahdu, Gunna, Lil Baby, Kevin Gates, Da Baby, Adele, Christina Milian, The Weeknd, Drake, Ty Dolla Sign, Future, Usher, Tory Lanez, Chris Brown, Beyonce, Ciara, Moneybag Yo, T.I., Arianna Grande, Nicki Minaj, Roddy Rich, Gucci Mane, Meagan Thee Stallion, Dave East, Nas, David Banner, Ceelo
Looking to Sponsor song for Guaranteed placement on Billboard Charts, Worldstar, and More
A&R Jay Stuart looking for talent for 1017 Brick Squad Mafia VP Mac Pill
1017 Brick Squad Mafia A&R Jay Stuart is looking for the next superstar to sign to Gucci Mane's 1017 Brick Squad Mafia Label.
Jay is looking for Rappers, Singers, and Pop Artists. All submitted music will get a full critique by Jay Stuart whether it's chosen or not so you know what you need to work on. If you are picked Jay Stuart will set up a performance audition and bring you out to ATL or NY to perform live in-studio for 1017 Brick Squad Mafia VP "Mac Pill". Our aim is to select 1 rapper, 1 singer, and 1 pop artist each month. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration.
- Jay Stuart / 1017 Brick Squad Mafia
Looking for AMAZING artists to expand roster at One Night Stand Music
My job is to find new artists for the fast expanding US Label - One Night Stand Music. We are not looking for any specific genres, it just needs to be outstanding. I will give you a definite Yes or No, no "interested" nonsense!
Lets talk production! Let me coach your productions to reach its highest ability using the tools you have on hand!
I'm a self-taught, self-trained producer. That being said, I've had Billboard top100 hits, remixed loads of songs (some as a ghoster, some with credits given), and I manage a record label with over 20 different producers on hand. I know what works and what doesn't. I know what will be hot, not what IS hot, and I know what the ad agencies are hungry for. AND here's the kicker, I know how to get amazing results with a basic setup. You don't need to go to a HUGE studio and pay loads of money to get great results.
Before submitting, you will need a computer with a DAW (doesn't matter what), and you will need a song for us to communicate back and forth with. I can teach you certain skills using what you already have, and direct you to plugins and gear that will excel the skills you already possess. LET ME HELP YOU MAKE A HIT! and ya never know . . . it may get you signed with Expedition Recordings not only as an artist but also as a producer!
Wheres the heat? Need Producers! Looking to expand our team
Wheres the heat? Looking to expand our team
The Colleague Music is looking to expand our team. We are seeking good music regardless of genre, however we specialize in Hip-Hop and R&B. If you have great music, please submit it.
We've produced for 2 Chainz,Gucci Mane, Raheem Devaughn, Nipsey Hussle, Plies, Woop, Don Trip,Freddie Gibbs, Starlito, Jose Guapo, MGK, Young Dolph, Cap 1, Caskey and more.
Prefer Rock, R&B, HipHop WestCoast G-Funk, Country Pop.
We expect the highest quality possible for submissions, if we feel the track has potential yet not quite up to HMG's standards of production or vocal ability, we will offer solid advice giving the artist/band another chance. We want to help the artists succeed in every way possible.
- Alex Roberts - CEO - Hurricane Music Group
Seeking Songwriter / Producers for Management
I'm looking to build and grow with the most talented producer/songwriters that are out there. My staff and I work hands on with some of the biggest artist and labels in today's entertainment industry. If you are serious about your craft and have what it takes I want to contribute to your career.
Rapper Song Critique from Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez
Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez is looking for amazing up and coming rappers with substance for label roster consideration, management, and artist placements. Submit your best work for consideration. A full critique and consideration for involvement at Roc Nation will be provided.
- Randy "Spanish Ran" Rodriguez - A&R - Roc Nation
Broken Road Records LTD Song Critique Submissions
Submit your music to the A&R department at Broken Road Records for a detailed critique.
We will give an honest review of any material sent to us and you are free to use this in promotion of your music including any quotes you wish to take from the review.
Broken Road Records specializes in Rock & Metal but we are willing to offer critique on any genre of music with an honest view.
By submitting to Broken Road Records for critique your music may also be picked up for future roster inclusion if we are blown away with what we hear.
Thank you and we look forward to hearing your music.
- James Hart / Broken Road Records LTD
Established Record Label Seeking Singers / Songwriters For Placements & Roster Consideration
Deal Type: Artist / Artist Management
Similar Sounding Artists: Adele, Christina Milian, The Weeknd, Drake, Ty Dolla Sign, Future, Usher, Tory Lanez, Chris Brown, Beyonce, Ciara, Arianna Grande
Dance Music hits for Brazil
Submit your dance tracks for analysis and feedback based on the Brazilian audience market.
We're a company based in Brazil which provides a wide range of services for local & touring artists.
• Talent Booking & Management
• Artist & Technical Production
• Tour & Event Planning and Production
• Visas & Permits
Smashing Pumpkins, The Prodigy, Foster the People, Major Lazer, Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Galantis Events
Tomorrowland BR, Lollapalooza BR, Electric Zoo BR, Xxxperience Festival, Kaballah Festival, Dream Valley, Paradise Weekend
- Rodrigo França / Omni Music
Detailed Song Critique
Hi, We are Spin Move Records. We are a boutique Record Label in Los Angeles, CA. We have been in business since 2002. We have released songs by Beekwilder, Moses Stone, Hero DeLano, Amy Kuney, Rochelle Diamante, Ainjel Emme, and Jessica Sanchez.
We are purveyors of compelling lyrics coupled with memorable melodies. We have a strong sense of what is authentically good. If you have gold in your songs there is a good chance we can help you find it. We will listen to your song 1-2 times completely through and provide a critique. We can't forecast or promise any length of the critique except you will have our full attention for 10-20 minutes.
If we find something we really think could resonate with a larger audience we will request your song and be in touch about next steps.
Thank You! Spin Move Records
Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez is Seeking to Critique Producers for Management Consideration
Roc Nation A&R Randy Rodriquez is looking for amazing, producers and songwriters for label roster consideration, management, and artist placements. This opportunity is not for rappers as most Roc Nation artists write their own raps. Songwriters and producers only please. A full critique and consideration for involvement at Roc Nation will be provided.
Submit your best work for consideration. Founded in 2008, Roc Nation is a full-service entertainment company, inclusive of artist, songwriter, producer and engineer management; music publishing; touring & merchandising; film & television; new business ventures; and a music label. It is home to a diverse roster comprised of critically acclaimed recording artists, writers and producers including Rihanna, Shakira, J. Cole, Rita Ora, Calvin Harris, NO ID, Timbaland, Santigold, DJ Mustard and more. Roc Nation has a partnership with global management company, Three Six Zero.
Artist Development Submission - Vinyl & Gold Records
We're looking to help develop the career(s) of young Hip Hop/Rap artists in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and turn them into global household names. Our branding team will help you develop a strong branding experience and set you up to get noticed by the top 5 major labels or solidify you as an independent touring artist.
We assist with logo creation, website building, music video production, social media management and live show bookings, amongst others. We also connect you with the people you need to know to move your career forward and give you opportunities to build a large fan base and successful career.
To qualify, you must already have:
- Live Show Experience (min. 3 shows)
- 5 - 10 original songs (ready to record or already mixed/mastered)
- $ to invest in your career
- Followed us on Social Media: @VinylandGold
To learn more about V & G Records, please visit www.vinylandgold.com.
Seeking producers to work with on major/tv/film synchs and more.
Seeking producers to work with on major/tv/film synchs and more
Looking for great producers to work within different spaces. Fishing for major placements is tough these days so my team and I have a new system to almost guarantee placements for records that will be released through our JV label system.
Seeking Childrens Music For Label Roster Opportunity
Our Client Prestigious Kids Is Seeking Childrens Music For Label Roster Prestigious Kids is looking for positive, happy, music to consider signing new talent to their label division. Founded in 2008 in Atlanta, Ga home of some musical legends and established in 2016 as a brand for the kids, Prestigious Kids is definitely a movement you will want to be apart of as well as be on the lookout for.
- Prestigious Kids / The Administration
Deal Type: Artist Development / Artist Management
Similar Sounding Artist: Sound Like Yourself but a few examples of what we're looking for are below:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PwEW6oxfwEyfMujf0inuv
https://www.prestigiouskids.com/
BPA Media Group Feedback (Gospel, R&B, Soul, Pop, Rap)
BPA Media Group is an agency dedicated to give insight and knowledge to new, on-the-rise artists about the industry and provide detailed outlines to get our artists to the next level.
Honest feedback for new artists trying to break into the industry. Be yourself and don't be afraid of your talents. We specialize in Gospel, R&B, Soul, Pop and Rap.
I am here to advance and build with someone who first believes in themselves. Instead of just complaining, let's take time to create an effective plan where we can advance you to where you should have been a few years back. This industry is full of talent; what makes you stand out? Don't know..? Let's figure it out.
- Jwan Lewis - CEO - BPA Media Group
Are you ready to be signed?
After years of working with various labels all around the world, We know what labels are looking for ! Send us your best song, plus links to your Website, FB Pages etc and we'll tell you if you are ready to be put in front of labels AND how we can make that happen too !
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151 fully mastered 142 broadcast ready 31 rough mixes
150 submission only 1 critique
46 under $10 109 under $20 123 under $30 151 under $40 151 any price
140 Yes 11 No
97 Non-Exclusive 29 Exclusive 13 Negotiable or N/A
87 Not Available 1 $101 - $250 1 $251 - $500 38 $501 - $1,000 10 $1,001 - $1,500 1 $1,500 - $2,000 2 $2,001 - $3,000 4 $3,001 - $5,000 5 $5,001 - $10,000 1 $10,001 - $25,000
122 within 7 days 151 within 14 days 151 within 45 days
78 at least 142 at least 144 at least 144 at least 144 at least 151 all
new $5,000 to $7,500 per placement on numerous streaming platforms
Payout: $5,001 - $10,000
$5,000 to $7,500 per placement on numerous streaming platforms
Following our biggest year ever, which has seen One Night Stand Music deliver more placements and 6 figure deals most recently for bands like BrokenRail, ONS are incredibly excited to offer a number of ongoing placements with some of the biggest streaming platforms for a 2 year period.
The opp is simple but huge…
We have numerous projects (movies and series) looking for music and if selected (by us), your music will be pitched to any or all that fit. Average payments will be $5,000 to $7,500 per full / partial use and for the 2 year period this opp covers, that means numerous potential placements and huge pay-outs.
We are happy to consider Rock, Indie, Pop, Hip Hop / Rap, Christian, Blues, Jazz, Easy listening, Romantic Ballads, Metal, New Age / World, R&B, Country, Industrial, EDM, Beats, Funk, Classical and Soundtrack. As always with us, what we want is quality, quality, quality.
Remember one submission can potentially land you multiple placements at $5,000 to $7,500 per full / partial use.
So, if you want to receive $5,000 to $7,500 for each track selected then all you need to do is SUBMIT TODAY!
Yes we welcome originals and covers.
Yes this is non-exclusive so you are giving up NO rights.
Yes we are taking instrumental and tracks with vocals as well as cues, beats and partials.
Yes we welcome multiple submissions from the same artists / band / writer.
Yes you can resubmit a track or tracks if we have previously said yes or no to them. Every track will be listened to with fresh ears.
This opp is huge and the more quality music we are pitching on your behalf, the better your chances. I really would suggest submitting as much music as you can on this one – this really is a potential life changer!
Last date for submissions is the 5th of February 2020.
- Stuart Cheese / One Night Stand
Sentimental, Unconditional Love Songs Needed for Film Placement
We are in need of an emotional song that is sentimental in nature. It can be about unconditional love, loyalty, sticking through hard times, looking forward to better times. Open to all genres, but primarily looking for singer/songwriter based songs.
If we think your song may fit, we will place it on hold and contact you further if it makes it to the final decision process.
- Ric Robbins / Incorporated Elements
Deal Type: Sync Placement
Decision Maker: Selected tracks will be pitched for final decision
Compensation: $3,001 - $5,000
Top 40 type Pop Songs needed for film license
Current/Billboard top 40 type Pop songs needed for a film license. The film will release in mid to late-2019, so final decision is still a few months away. Songs can be male or female vocals. Some rap can be included, but mostly singing. Think along the lines of Camila Cabello, Ariana Grande, Post Malone, Justin Timberlake, Maroon 5, Lauv, Nicki Minaj, Shawn Mendes, Bebe Rexha, Ed Sheeran. We are open to a wide variety of artist styles, but they must fit in the lane of what you would hear on Top 40 radio and see on top Pop Spotify playlists currently.
If we think your submission may fit, we will place it on hold for further review by the entire team working on this project. If it is selected, we will contact you further with details.
Please keep in mind that this is a “submission-only” dropbox. We are looking for the perfect song for this pitch. We will not be giving detailed feedback on submissions. Either we feel the song may fit the brief or it doesn’t. We apologize for not being able to give feedback beyond whether it fits or not, but the time constraints of the nature of these projects will not allow us the time to give in-depth feedback on the song. We will, however, submit ratings on every submission.
Incorporated Elements is a company that works with songwriters, artists, producers, and DJ's to help them perfect their craft and fully realize the potential in their art. We work in the areas of production, publishing, film/TV licensing, artist development.
Similar Sounding Artists: Camila Cabello, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Justin Timberlake, Post Malone, Lauv, Shawn Mendes, Bebe Rexha
Seeking Hits for Licensing Placements
We have been working tirelessly over the years to build the best catalog of great independent music from various genres. However, there is one area in which we feel we could do better. Therefor, we are seeking Pop music to represent for licensing in films, TV shows and ad campaigns. By “Pop” we are referring more to the broad appeal of the music than the genre. As long as the song has hit potential, we would like to hear it. Genre wise we are open, but indie pop and indie folk seem to work best for licensing placements.
Here are some great examples of music that we would like to have in our catalog:
- The Lumineers - Ho Hey
- Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Home
- Charli XCX - Break The Rules
- James Bay - Hold Back The River
We accept ONE-STOP submissions only, ie songs that you own or control 100% (writer, master and publisher). Please submit only professionally recorded and mastered songs. NO DEMOS, NO COVERS.
As an added bonus, if your song is Selected, we will offer to release your music on Filter Label. The songs by our talented artists can be heard in The OA, Exatlon, The Matrix Revisited, CSI: Las Vegas, Nikita, on ads for McDonald's, Nestle Wagner, Nike, Philip Morris, Hachette Filipacchi, in shows on MTV, CNN, Bravo, Nat Geo, NBC, Esquire, Channel 4 and almost every major TV network in the world.
- Emil Hadji -Panzov Founder / CEO - Filter Label
Seeking Cross-Genre Music for Release and Sync Placements
We are looking to add some cross-genre material to our catalog. We are hoping to find brave compositions combining two or more genres, like in the following examples:
- Jazz meets Hip-Hop
Guru ft. Donald Byrd - Loungin’
- Rock meets Electronica
The Prodigy & Tom Morello - One Man Army
- Classical meets Pop
Woodkid - Run Boy Run
- Electronica meets Classical
The Glitch Mob - Fortune Days
Please note that we are not looking for copies of the referenced tracks, they are listed only as great examples of combinations of two or more genres. Filter Label is notorious for discovering new talent and setting new music trends, so please submit your best material and surprise us with what could be the next big thing. Songs with uncleared samples WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Please submit only professionally recorded and mastered songs.
We are proud to have a unique business model and an artist-friendly agreement. The music released on Filter Label is instantly included in our catalog for licensing placements which is sent out to top music supervisors and agents.
The songs by our talented artists can be heard in The OA, Exatlon, The Matrix Revisited, CSI, Nikita, on ads for McDonald's, Nike, Philip Morris, Nestle Wagner, Bank Millennium, in shows on MTV, CNN, Nat Geo, NBC, Al Jazeera, Esquire, Channel 4 and almost every major TV network in the world.
- Emil Hadji Panzov - Founder / CEO - Filter Label
Pop, acoustic, and Singer/Songwriter tracks needed for film placement
We are in need of songs about love and having faith in finding a lasting love. Styles can be Pop, acoustic, or Singer/Songwriter. Male or female vocals or both.
The song is needed for a film being released in late 2019, so the decision process will last a while to find the perfect fit.
new Seeking Hopeful Songs for Sync Placements
Seeking Hopeful Songs for Sync Placements
We have noticed a repeating trend in the music requests we receive from our partners in the advertising world and therefor we would like to enrich our catalog with more songs about human kindness.
The genre is not really important as long as the song has a hopeful, optimistic feel. Possible lyrical directions could be: diversity, inclusion, walking the same ground, love (not romantic), people's kindness, help, togetherness etc.
Below are two great examples of the type of songs we are seeking:
- Birdy - People Help the People
- Brandi Carlile - The Joke
Please submit only professionally recorded and mastered songs. The best submissions will be included in our catalog for licensing which is available to our network of contacts in the film, TV and advertising industry.
As an added bonus, if your song is Selected, we will offer to release your music on Filter Label. The songs by our talented artists can be heard in Legacies, The OA, Exatlon, The Matrix Revisited, CSI: Las Vegas, Nikita, in commercials for Samsung, McDonald's, Nike, Philip Morris, Nestle Wagner, Bank Millennium, in shows on MTV, CNN, Nat Geo, NBC, Al Jazeera, Esquire, Channel 4 and almost every major TV network in the world.
Seeking Singer Songwriter Music for Release and Sync Placements
We need more Singer Songwriter material in our catalog. We are seeking intelligent storytelling backed with masterful instrumentation. Something along the sound of Elbow, Fink, Feist or Bon Iver would be perfect. Please DON'T SUBMIT UNFINISHED DEMOS. We accept only professionally recorded and fully mastered material.
We have hundreds of songs placed in ad campaigns (McDonald's, Nike, Bank Millennium, Nestle, Philip Morris), TV series (The OA, Exatlon, CSI: Las Vegas, Nikita, Top Boy), films (Loneliness, Sex and Compassion, The Matrix Revisited, Cherie, Mission: Wolf), and on network television (CNN, MTV, Channel 5, National Geographic, NBA, UFC), etc.
- Emil Hadji Panzov / Filter Label
Seeking Covers of Hit Songs for Licensing Placements
The post houses and advertising agencies we work with seem to have a never ending demand for covers of popular songs. Therefor, we would like to broaden our catalog with inventive cover versions of compositions that have been big worldwide hits.
We are not looking for interpretations trying to imitate the original. We are seeking just the opposite - new takes on well known songs which transport them to new, unexpected directions. Covers are usually considered for film trailers and big ad campaigns, so it would be great to hear submissions that have space and a “cinematic” sound. However, if you have a dynamic, aggressive cover of a slow song, that could work too.
Below are some brilliant examples of what we would like to hear:
- Skylar Grey - Addicted To Love
- Vega Choir - Creep
- Lo-Fang - You’re The One That I Want
- Hannah Peel - Tainted Love
- Think Up Anger feat. Malia J - Smells Like Teen Spirit
- Lorde - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
- KI Theory - Enjoy The Silence
Please submit only professionally recorded and mastered songs.
As an added bonus, if your cover is Selected, we will offer to release your music on Filter Label. The songs by our talented artists can be heard in The OA, Exatlon, The Matrix Revisited, CSI: Las Vegas, Nikita, on ads for McDonald's, Nike, Philip Morris, Nestle Wagner, Bank Millennium, in shows on MTV, CNN, Nat Geo, NBC, Al Jazeera, Esquire, Channel 4 and almost every major TV network in the world.
- Emil Hadji Panzov Founder / CEO - Filter Label
We are after fresh new 2018 /2017 Hip Hop. Think Sage the Gemini, Tyga, 2 Chainz. Rich The Kid, etc.
All submissions must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. Samples must be cleared please. Thanks the Pop-Up Music Team! No uncleared samples please.
Pop-Up Music is a PRS registered music library and publisher located in London. We pride ourselves in providing undiscovered music and bespoke music for advertising, film, TV, gaming and corporate.
- Mark Garfield / Pop-Up Music Uk Limited
Similar Sounding Artists: Sage the Gemini, Tyga, 2 Chainz. Rich The Kid
Dream Pop needed for Ads, Movies, & TV
We are seeking epic Dream Pop songs and instrumentals. Think big/airy/dreamy songs that also have a driving pulse and a commercial appeal - for pitching to Ads, Movies, and Film & TV.
We need fully completed and mixed songs, no demos please.
All songs must be written and owned 100% by the submitter.
Pop-Up Music Team
Deal Type: Catalog Inclusion
Compensation: Negotiable based on final placement
Viral Music Media Seeking Pop for Sync Licensing
We are a sync licensing company based in Hollywood, CA. We are searching for the next big pop artist to place their music in tv, film, commercials, games, etc. We have new placements available weekly. We are open to a wide range of pop artists and sounds such as Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Justin Beiber, Mindless Behavior, Katy Perry, Calvin Harris. Please submit your best track(s) for consideration. Our clients want high-quality, well-made, well-recorded music in all genres. This music and recording quality needs to stand up to the best that is out there, because that is what we are competing with, so keep that in mind.
Compensation will vary greatly based on the scope of the project and purpose of the songs employed. Placements can range from under $100 to thousands of dollars for a single agreement. Viral Music Media commissions 50% of the gross licensing fee. We keep 50% of the publishing royalties. You retain 100% of your writer’s share.
- Lamar / Viral Music Media
Compensation: Negotiable based on placement
Similar Sounding Artists: Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Justin Beiber, Mindless Behavior, Katy Perry, Calvin Harris
TV Drama needs Soul R&B
Looking For: Classic R&B, Soul Music, Full songs
Explicit Lyrics Accepted: Not preferred
Instrumentals Accepted: Yes, lyrics preferred (no samples)
Compensation: publishing, royalties
Description: I am working as the Music Supervisor for a new show called 5th Ward, the series, UMC/AMC Networks. We need Classic R&B, soul songs to use in the series. It should be fully produced, and prepared to be broadcast on national television. Please only send professional recordings, no covers, no demos, or rough mixes. The songs must be all original, and 100% broadcast/retail ready!
Charlie Mac is a publisher, music supervisor, & highly sought after A&R executive. Representing all genres, with success placing music involving major brands like, MTV, EPIC, VH1, GUNIT, NBC, CMT, RCA, WB, CBS, NBA, DEF JAM, ABC, GOOGLE, LIONSGATE, NIKE, and more.
- Charlie Mac / MAC A MILLION DOLLAR MAN MUSICK
Deal Structure: Non-Exlusive
Compensation: $500 - $1,000
Similar Sounding Artists: The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Motown
Seeking Vibrant Music for TV/Films/Ads
We are seeking vibrant indie-pop songs that have global elements. Lots of drums, percussion and world instruments. A good reference would be tUnE-yArDs.
All songs must be owned by the writer - no samples please. We look forward to your submissions.
Similar Sounding Artists: tUnE-yArDs
Dancehall tracks Needed
Dancehall tracks needed urgently. We are looking for male vocal tracks that have a genuine vibe. Instrumental tracks also welcome.
All submissions must be 100% owned. all submissions must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. No samples please. Thanks the Pop-Up Music Team!
Seeking Rock/Hip Hop for TV & Film Placements
We are seeking Rock/Hip Hop songs with clean lyrics and no uncleared samples. High quality productions please. Think along the lines of Beastie Boys - Sabotage.
This opportunity is for a non-exclusive contract - all submissions must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. We look forward to your submissions.
Similar Sounding Artists: Beastie Boys - Sabotage
Seeking Country Songs
Seeking uptempo male/female country songs. Please submit your best tracks for consideration.
Bandwagon Red is a music publishing and artist development company based in Nashville, Tennessee. Does Nashville need another company to do what is being done all over town? The short answer is "No". However, what Nashville and nearly every other industry needs is a revitalization of how their products are produced.
- A&R Team - Bandwagon Red
Seeking recordings before 2003
We are working on a TV sow needing tracks in all genres recorded before 2003. Pop, Rock, Country, Singer Songwriter, Hip Hop and everything in between. All submissions must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. Samples must be cleared please. Thanks the Pop-Up Music Team!
Seeking Driving Pop Song
Seeking a driving upbeat Pop song along the lines of Fire by Barns Courtney. The songs must be 100% owned by the writer/writers.
- The Pop-UP Music Team
Similar Sounding Artists: Fire by Barns Courtney
Female Indie Rock/Pop Songs Wanted
We are seeking indie rock/pop female vocal songs. A good reference would be in the style of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Big powerful vocals with 'that something really special' quality.
The songs must be 100% owned by the writer/writers.
Thanks, Pop-Up Music.
Similar Sounding Artists: Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Seeking Interesting Cover Songs for Film, TV, & Ads
We are seeking covers - not replicas of the original but an original twist on a well-known song. All styles welcome - take us by surprise!
Chosen tracks will be pitched for Film/TV trailers plus TV commercials. Please only submit tracks for which you own the master recording rights.
We look forward to hearing your tracks.
The Pop-Up Music Team
Similar Sounding Songs: Think - The White Stripes, ‘Jolene’ - The Ramones: ‘California Sun’ - Jeff Buckley, ‘Hallelujah’ - Johnny Cash, ‘Hurt’
Seeking Rock Pop
We are seeking songs that have a sense of adventure - modern American rock pop style like X Ambassadors and Imagine Dragons. Songs that have lyrical content that might contain key words like Driving, Uplifting, Outdoor life, Exploring, Wilderness and so on.
Similar Sounding Artists: X Ambassadors, Imagine Dragons
Seeking 90's "East Coast" Hip Hop Songs and Instrumentals for MTV/Viacom
Looking For 90's "East Coast" Hip Hop Songs and Instrumentals in the styles of J Dilla, Mob Deep, Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang, etc for our Viacom/MTV deal. We will be supplying several shows.
Because of the "High Profile Major Artists" in our catalog such as Beyonce, Janet Jackson, Chaka Khan, Bill Withers, Chic, Ojays, Sunshine Anderson, Dionne Farris, Kool and The Gang, etc, they are looking to use the "Music Of The Sea" brands and artists!
We have the attention of many major networks and they want to use compositions from our catalog. Have your song/tracks right along side the major artists in our catalog and let your work earn for you.
"High Quality" tracks only, no exceptions! No Demos and unmastered tracks, no uncleared samples. You must have clean versions available, and you must own master and publishing rights.
If you have music in our catalog, your music is automatically being considered.
- Eddie Sea / Music Of The Sea
Seeking Anthemic Female Vocal Pop Songs for TV/Film/Ads
Seeking anthemic female vocal pop songs. Tracks with a drive, energy, epic chorus - think Florence, Goldfrapp, Adele, Feist, Lorde, Sia, HAIM.
The songs must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. Pop-Up Music is a PRS registered music library and publisher located in London. We pride ourselves in providing undiscovered music and bespoke music for advertising, film, TV, gaming and corporate. We look forward to your submissions - many thanks.
Compensation: $500+ / TBD based on placement
Similar Sounding Artists: Florence , Goldfrapp , Adele, Feist, Lorde, Sia, HAIM
Label seeking emotional Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Americana, Alt. Country songs
Payout: $251 - $500
Label/Publisher is seeking songs for release, publishing, sync placement opportunities, and promotion. We have a proven record of placing songs with major networks and brands such as FOX, ABC, Roxy, Forever 21, Specialized, etc.
We are specifically seeking music from artists that have a timeless sound. The overall vibe of the label is one of honest music with warm vintage emotion. We are looking for Singer-Songwriter, Folk, Americana, Alt. Country that evokes emotion. We lean toward a more melancholy sound so please no “fun” or overly “happy” songs. At the moment we are only seeking single songs. By focusing on singles we can target specific markets when promoting and seeking sync placements. This also allows us to craft the labels’ “sound” while acting as a discovery vehicle for new and emerging artists.
IMPORTANT: Artists must be willing to sign the master & publishing rights to the selected song over to the label and publisher. The songwriter/writers will retain 100% of the writing credit and will receive all royalties for their share. In addition, an advance will be paid to the writer/performer for the song in an amount to be determined. The advance then becomes a recoupable expense. After the advance is recouped, all income generated by the song will be split 50/50.
Our label is distributed by our digital aggregator, The Orchard, and releases will be available on every major retailer and streaming service including iTunes, Spotify, IHeartRadio, Amazon, YouTube, Google Music, rDio, Shazam, Flipagram, etc.
- Jason Currie / Dog Bites Wolf
Compensation: $251 - $500
Similar Sounding Artists: Nikki Lane, William Fitzsimmons, Jason Isbell, Lykke Li, Iron & Wine, Sturgill Simpson, Margo Price
Seeking Placement Favorites for Pop-Up Music Catalog
There are number of artists that come up time and time again in briefs for placements in TV, Ads, and Films, such as:
MGMT, The Royal Blood, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Kanye West, Bruno Mars/Mark Ronson, Haim, Florence + the Machine, Black Keys
If you have songs that might be in the vein of any of the above please submit to us now. The songs must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. We look forward to your submissions - many thanks.
Mac A Million Seeking High Energy Music
Looking For: Pop, Hip Hop, EDM, Rock
Explicit Lyrics Accepted: No
Instrumentals Accepted: Preferred (no samples)
Compensation: Licensing, Royalties
One of our clients is developing a number of new TV programs, and they have tasked us with finding great music to use. We are looking for high energy music, that would be great for active lifestyle related programs. The music should work in a crazy night life setting, parties, and adult atmosphere, as well as it would work in a gym, or workout setting. Think MTV, VH1, and E Entertainment shows.
- MAC A MILLION DOLLAR MAN MUSICK
The Most Awesomely Eighties 1980s Music Needed
The Most Awesomely Eighties - 1980s Music Needed
Pop-Up Music is seeking songs/instrumentals recorded in the 80's or with a retro 80's vibe. All genres welcome - New Wave, New Romantic, instrumental Hip Hop, Pop, Rock, Power Ballads, TV Themes, Synth pop and so on.
This opportunity is for an exclusive contract with a term - all submissions must be 100% owned by the writer/writers. No samples please.
Thanks the Pop-Up Music Team!
Seeking songs with a Summer vibe for TV, Film, & Ads
Seeking songs with a Summer vibe.
All genres welcome - Pop, Indie, Rock, Folk, Singer songwriter, Synth Pop, Funk, Soul, Electro…. we need tracks that evoke the summer with a feelgood vibe.
We look forward to your submissions - many thanks The Pop-Up Music Team.
Publisher seeking uptempo pop songs a la Katy Perry, Maroon 5 and Lady Gaga
Successful publisher seeking uptempo pop songs a la Katy Perry, Maroon 5 and Lady Gaga for film, TV and advertising placements. If your song is selected you will be offered an exclusive publishing agreement. High quality masters only. No demos.
Expressive Artists is a music publishing company with an emphasis on film and television placement. In the past year we've placed more than 50 songs submitted by Music Xray artists (including theatrically released feature films and documentaries).
Pop-Up Music Worldwide Opportunity
We at Pop-up Music are seeking new tracks for an exciting new worldwide opportunity. Having inked deals with some of the most happening sub-publishers we are looking for songs to add into this exclusive catalogue and distribute worldwide.
We need URGENTLY Rock, Indie, Singer Songwriter, Folk, Blues, Jazz, Indie Folk, Soul, Electro, Electro Folk, Pop we need it all!
We look forward to your submissions
Pop-Up Music is seeking Electronic Music in all genres
We at Pop-Up Music are seeking Electronic music in all genres. Ideally tracks that were created at the time and geographically genre specific. Late 80's Chicago House to contemporary Eletro Pop.
Ambient, Ambient dub, Breakbeat, Baltimore Club, IDM, House Music, Chicago House, Electro Swing, Bitpop (Video Game Music), Trap, 1980's Hip Hop - Break Dance, Electronic pop, Indie electronica, Dream Pop... and all the other forms of Electronic music - if it's good we'll take it!
The Pop-Up Music team looks forward to your submissions!
Pop-up Music are seeking new tracks within specific genres
We at Pop-up Music are seeking new tracks within specific genres for an exciting new worldwide opportunity.
We need URGENTLY Brit Pop, Ballads (of all genres) Trip Hop, Ska (50's to 80's) Electro Swing, House, 80's 90's Dance, Disco (70's) Contemporary Pop with 80's influence, Funk, 1960's (Any original tracks from back in the day) and Lounge.
We look forward to your submission
Publisher seeking original romantic and reflective ballads for placement in film, TV, etc.
We are urgently seeking original ballads suitable for scenes depicting anniversaries, birthdays, etc. for placement in film, TV, advertising, etc. Must be master quality. No demos.
Publisher seeking Christian pop & rock, Gospel, R&B and spiritual songs for placement
We are urgently seeking Christian pop and rock songs, spiritual, Gospel R&B for placement in film, television, advertising, etc. Master quality only. No demos.
Seeking Music for Film, TV, Advertising and Gaming
Pop-Up Music is a new music library/publisher providing music for Film,TV, Advertising and Gaming.
We are looking to add new songs to our ever growing library all genres new or old are welcome. Pop-Up Music is looking for music that is true to its genre.
If your songs excite us we'll be in touch to discuss some possible next steps.
Pop-Up Music is seeking Indie Pop songs for TV, Films, & Ads
Indie Pop Songs needed
Seeking Electro Pop/Indie Folk/Indie Electro. All contemporary styles of Pop welcome.
The Pop-Up Music team look forward to your Pop submissions.
Instrumentals needed urgently for TV, Film & Ads
Instrumentals needed urgently
Seeking instrumentals for all genres. We're not looking for wallpaper or bland outtakes, but top quality music that will cut it in commercials. Please note, YOU MUST control master and publishing to submit.
Brazilian Music Needed for TV, Film, & Ads
Pop-Up Music is in need of authentic Brazilian music. All styles - Samba/Bossa nova/Afoxe/Maracatu/Brazilian Metal/Brazilian Rock.
Please submit your best material for consideration and a member of the Pop-Up Music team will listen and respond.
Many many thanks,
Publisher seeking uptempo (120+ bpm) songs in all genres for placement in film and TV
Publisher seeking uptempo (120+ bpm) in all genres for placement in film, TV and advertising. Vocals and/or instrumentals. Master quality. No demos.
Expressive Artists Seeking songs for Film and Television
Expressive Artists Seeking songs for Film and Television Publisher seeking songs for film and television placement. All styles. No demos. No samples. Must control sync and master rights. Submit ONLY through Music Xray.
SAMBA Needed URGENTLY
Pop-Up Music is seeking SAMBA - big loud street samba. Bring on the pandeiro, ago-go, cuica, apito, surdo and the party!
Let the party begin! We look forward to your submissions.
Currently looking for Retro R&B for Showtime series, style of KENDRA MORRIS - Banshee, NICOLE WILLIS - No One's Gonna Love You
Currently looking for Retro R&B for Showtime series, style of KENDRA MORRIS - Banshee, NICOLE WILLIS - No One's Gonna Love You, REBECCA FERGUSON - Glitter and Gold, for major films, indie films, networks and cable tv, advertising, in store play, phone apps, video games.
IMPORTANT: High Quality submissions only. No demos will be accepted for this listing
If selected, you will be offered an exclusive licensing contract.
- Music Of The Sea Inc.
Latin Pop/R&B music needed
We need quality Latin Pop/R&B artist to sign to our publishing company. Think of Ricky Martin, Shakira, Prince Royce, Paulina Rubio, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, Alejandro Sanz, Andrés Cepeda, Frankie J, Becky G., and Marc Anthony are the calibre of artist we are searching for, but don't be afraid to send in other styles, we are open. We have some great relationships in many different areas of the music industry, and the music we sign, we pitch to record labels, other publishers, game developers, advertisers, as well as the film and TV industry. Please only send professional recordings, no covers, no demos, or rough mixes. The songs must be all original, exclusive, unpublished and 100% broadcast/retail ready!
Rock Bands & Artists Needed!
Looking For: Rock, classic, alternative, indie, metal complete songs with vocals, and instrumentals Explicit Lyrics Accepted: No Instrumentals Accepted: Yes (no uncleared samples) Compensation: Licensing fees, Royalties, Publishing deals. Rock music took the world by storm back in the '50s and is attributed to The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. We are looking for bands that create the original rock music, no covers. If you have some timeless songs, original recordings that sound like the legendary Eagles, and Beatles or songs like today's biggest hits, we want to hear them.
new Music for Video Games Giant
Music for Video Games Giant
Need exceptional music for inclusion in video games with one of the largest video gaming companies in the world. Music should be in the genres of Orchestral, EDM, Trap, LoFi or HipHop. Emotional, anthemic, inspiring and exciting. They will be used as snippets for key moments events and triggers in the game so this is a great opportunity for you to get your music in one of the fastest growing areas - i.e. video games.
new New (Action / Suspense) Film Seeking Music Of All Genres
New (Action / Suspense) Film Seeking Music Of All Genres
We are seeking full songs & instrumentals for a new ( Comedy B Movie ) Based Film currently in production. This film will have a serious tone but will have a B movie comedy feel. This will have an action, political, and sci-fi concept. Only quality instrumentals & Clean lyrics with no explicit content will be accepted. The film will be distributed worldwide to all outlets. This will be a major exposure opportunity, and have you listed in the film industry as an official composer.
- David O Wright - Ceo - Wright Music Group
new Easter TV Showcase for Christian Music Only
Easter TV Showcase for Christian Music Only
We are seeking Christian Music of all genres for our Easter TV broadcast. We would prefer music videos, but we can create videos for approved songs. This music showcase will be aired worldwide to thousands. This will be a major exposure opportunity, and a chance to give purpose to your music ministry. Reach many churches, homes, and people that are in need of your message & music this Easter!
new New Bible TV Series Seeks Instrumentals
New Bible TV Series Seeks Instrumentals
We are seeking cinematic instrumentals for a new Bible TV series. This will be a major exposure opportunity for anyone selected through both steps of the selection process. If selected, the composer will receive an official film industry IMDB Pro listing. This will open the door to many official film industry opportunities once you are trusted & listed.
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Archive of writings of Mutope Duguma, who is a member of the Pelican Bay Human Rights Movement First Amendment Campaign
Mutope Duguma (s/n J. Crawford), D-05996, LAC B-5-C-141 - P.O. Box 4490 Lancaster, CA 93539-4490
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Infiltration Through DNA
This analysis is based purely on the personal view and perspective of this writer. With that said, it is encouraged that all readers use critical thinking when analyzing these words and to also do your own research for any further facts where there lies any doubt or question. As the subject matter may seem insensitive to some it is therefore crucial to use your objective mind, especially since we live in a racially polarized country/world, where racism, race prejudices, racial discrimination, racial segregation, etc. are all the norm.
The author's intention is to help educate, as well as dispel the institutionalized racist propaganda and treatment of billions of human beings who have been marginalized in this country and world, where they suffer from an inferiority complex based on a systematic indoctrination of race inferiority, under colonialism.
Identifying racial hatred that is manufactured under the ideology and system(s) of white supremacy, white power and institutionalized racism. Whereas, all races are cultivated under this race-based hatred, which is responsible for the racial tension and oppression(s) throughout this country and world.
In the 'USA', institutionalized racism has been systematically practiced since the country's inception. This is done through many of its institutions such as: governments, military industrial complex, prison industrial complex, media, and educational, political, social, cultural, economic and religious institutions, as well as agriculture (food and medicine), horticulture (medicine), history (heritage and legacy), judicial system (justice department), science (knowledge-growth and development), etc. These institutions have discriminated against all non-white human beings, which culminated into the racial oppression we see today of people of color, that is inherently carried out by a system consciously and unconsciously, that subconsciously effects everyone in it. A system controlled by human beings who control the wealth of this nation and world.
The title “Infiltration through DNA” was chosen because of the historical dynamics and contradictions that surrounds the human race under colonialism throughout this nation and world, under the “one percenters” (1%), “nine percenters” (9%) and white power structure. Whereas, the coalescing of white countries around the world assembling their imperialist military powers under the belief in the concept of “might is right” affords them the right to conquer and pillage other people and their lands all over the world.
It is here where the system(s) of oppression(s) would be implemented, i.e. Capitalism, colonialism, neo-colonialism, slavery, feudalism, fascism, racism, classism, etc., all under the ideology of white supremacy. White supremacy establishes humans under two new concepts: 1. Superiority complex, and 2. Inferiority complex, both based on one's “race”.
Read the whole essay here: Infiltration Through DNA
Labels: colonialism, discrimination, Infiltration through DNA, institutionalized racism, Mutope Duguma, prison-industrial complex, racial segregation, racism
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FRIENDS Analysis: Ross Geller’s Soulmate is Julie
June 10, 2014 doz TV 27
Let’s get something straight, Ross Geller is the worst character on this show, but David Schwimmer is the best actor.
One of the beauteous aspects of Friends is that the cast act as a unit. When one character has a problem, the rest of the group react unanimously. They are a collective unconscious except when differing views are needed. While this is establishing the motif of friendship… it’s also the show’s biggest weakness.
You don’t need to be watching very closely to see one character say a line that was clearly written for someone else.
(Ex. In The One with 5 Steaks and an Eggplant, Ross, Chandler, and Monica pay for the whole gang to see Hootie and the Blowfish, when Phoebe, Joey, and Rachel react disappointed, Ross gives the line:
“Could you guys be less enthused?“
While I added the emphasis on “be,” that line was clearly written for Chandler, but they needed to divvy it up between the characters more — equality in lines.)
Despite this, Schwimmer stands out among the rest because even when a line needs to be altered, he never feels out of character.
This isn’t meant to put any of the others down, but given David Schwimmer’s acting career (Shakespearean theatre) parallels how Friends was filmed (in front of a live-studio audience) and the fact that he was chosen for the role before they even had casting… it’s clear that he was a shoe-in to steal the spotlight – even if most of the time he plays the happy medium to keep us grounded in reality.
However, some may be unconvinced that Ross is central to the show’s success. I say this because I have met many people that have said
“Ross adds nothing to the show,”
but seldom provide more than that. This is one of those situations where you can see who is a talented actor vs. what is written well.
To vaguely quote Modest Mouse, people often give actors the credit that belongs to the writers, but it can be hard to determine who is more responsible – especially since the writers were known to pitch ideas to the actors to see what they come up with (ex. Episode 601, Chandler says, “I don’t think they’re as married as they are two bottles of vodka walking around in human form” – that’s all Matthew Perry, the direction he was given was, “… as married as they are totally drunk.”).
Despite this, it is Schwimmer’s career as Ross that is a perfect example of how an actor can elevate the written material.
Elevating the written material.
The best way to showcase this is to take the character out of context.
Ross is a cheater.
Ross cheats on just about all of his girlfriends: Julie, Rachel, Bonnie, the woman from upstate concurrently with the woman from Poughkeepsie, Mona (-ish) — even on Carol with Phoebe — and Ross even makes Carol cheat on her life partner (later wife), Susan, with a kiss.
Ross is abusive.
Not in the physical sense, but he is the poster child of an abusive boyfriend. Being a notorious cheater, he is also supremely jealous, making him suspicious and controlling.
Ross has two illegitimate children.
From two (of three) failed marriages.
Ross is condescending.
Ross is egotistical and often belittles peoples’ intelligence. He toots his own horn whenever opportune and showcases his achievements, rock collections, dissertations, and slideshows like trophies.
In short, on paper, Ross is an asshole.
However, Schwimmer plays him as easily one of the most sympathetic characters and he doesn’t need Chandler’s self-deprecating humor (and history) to do so; it’s Schwimmer’s charisma that makes you gravitate to Ross. That is pure talent.
Ross Geller is the eldest son of Jack and Judy Geller. Judy was considered “barren” so his parents praised him as a medical marvel – a proverbial miracle baby. This makes Ross feel more special than anyone else — hence why he can be condescending — and the birth of sister proves him to be less special. But Ross does not accept that, so his feelings of “special-ness” shift to “entitlement” which thereby makes him competitive — with his sister because she makes him less special — and controlling — because he wants the life he was promised by his parents, to be special/different from everyone else.
Now these traits (entitlement and controlling) could’ve made Ross very unlikeable, since on their own, they’re the mark of arrogance. However, Ross would only be arrogant if Monica (his sister) was the only one that didn’t regard him as special. In reality, just about everyone disregards Ross as special, so rather than be arrogant, Ross suffers naïveté – this is what Schwimmer exploits to be charismatic.
The naïveté puts Ross’ blinders on. He’s not aware that he’s just like everyone else, he just thinks other people don’t see how special he is. It’s why when people (but especially women) show any sign of affection or interest in him, he is immediately smitten because he feels they recognize that he’s special. He goes all-in to whatever relationship he commits to – hence, why he’s been married so many times.
His naïveté is also why he’s never an ass to Rachel’s Paulo, but instead makes fun of him behind his back. Additionally, his naïveté is further exemplified with his musical career. While others deride his talent, he believes himself to be an artist.
2. Ross Geller’s Type
Ross’ profession is an indication for his “type” — the women he dates.
He’s a paleontologist… but the writers lump that in with anthropology and archaeology as well. Now anthropology is the study of other peoples’ cultures, and you can see through all ten seasons that Ross has the most diverse group of loved ones. Even if they’re not actually from foreign lands, they are diversified from him.
In short, Ross pursues the Exotic Other because he’s enticed by other cultures. Just look at Julie (Chinese heritage), Emily (European heritage), and Charlie (African-American heritage).
Taking that into account, Ross dates one of two people and both speak to his character.
Type A) A person he can learn from; someone of equivalent intellect or of a different culture.
Or Type B) A person he can teach – teaching later becomes his profession, but also serves his intelligence as he wants to shine.
One of the most interesting things about these two types is that Type A’s are more significant and lead to longevity. Type B’s are the people he dates that make him feel good — stroking his own ego — but don’t have longevity.
So let’s go down the list.
1) Carol Willick
Not much is known about Ross and Carol’s relationship outside of the fact that Carol is a lesbian and that’s what led to their divorce. She also plays lacrosse and golf… but I don’t think that means anything.
However, Carol, being a lesbian, still purports that Ross is attracted to the Exotic Other since she is a lesbian. While, some may argue, “Yeah… but Ross didn’t know Carol was a lesbian…” I say there’s enough evidence to prove them wrong in two episodes.
1. In The One with the Boobies, Fisher Stevens guest stars as Roger, a psychologist that doubles as the writers’ medium for psycho-analyzing their characters. Lazy? Maybe, but brilliantly executed. In any case, Roger is spot-on with Chandler’s analysis and later implies that Ross knew Carol was a lesbian before they were married.
Of course, Roger claims Ross wanted his marriage to fail to make Monica look better, but he also says that was one of many options. Truthfully, Ross probably did recognize that Carol was a lesbian and the result was he wanted to learn more.
The straight one and the curly one.
See, Carol is also the first woman Ross had intercourse with, so it’s been an intensive learning experience.
It’s also why he is all psyched out — which he openly admits to Rachel in The One with Phoebe’s Husband,
“You know I’ve only been with one woman my whole life and she turned out to be a lesbian. So now I’ve got myself all psyched out.“
And indeed, I think we all have wondered if this makes Ross an effeminate, intimate, and sensitive lover or if it’s all wrong because he was playing on a different field entirely.
2. (Although, I guess this is technically my third point) In the “What If” episode, Ross discovers that Carol is a lesbian before she does. Now, granted, it’s a hypothetical and therefore non-canonical episode, but it shows that Ross (as a character) would have figured it out eventually.
After all, “it’s not something you are, it’s something you have.”
Long story short, Carol Willick is Type A — a woman he learns from.
Note: I’m skipping Julie because I’ll save her for the end.
2) Rachel Green
This relationship has obviously received the most screen time being that it took place among two core cast members, but it’s also a great example of how Ross dates Type A or Type B, but not both.
Rachel (who will be more thoroughly analyzed in the next breakdown) is, at first, Type A. This is because in high school, she is the popular girl; the one everyone wants to be or be with. The fact that people recognize how “special” she is makes Ross all the more attracted to her because he wants to be recognized in the same regard.
However, when Rachel enters the series (in the Pilot episode), she has been transformed from Type A — someone Ross can learn from — to Type B — someone Ross can teach.
Again, when Rachel enters the series, she serves as a sort of audience-surrogate, the fish-out-of-water character which everyone can impart their wisdom on. She is meant to be taught.
Of course, Ross pursues Rachel, not just because she fits Type B, but because he feels entitled to her as well. This is most noticeable in The One with the Prom Video, which features Ross “saving” Rachel from another man because, she’s “[his] to save” as “[she’s his] lobster.”
However, Ross and Rachel’s relationship begins to crumble as soon as she gets a better job.
As I’ve mentioned in my Character Equilibrium, this is what establishes Rachel as the main protagonist instead of Monica because she becomes a self-made woman. When Rachel was a inadequate waitress with little knowledge of the real world, she was ripe to be taught, but once she begins to transition into a career-driven woman, she stations herself as the main protagonist and grows further and further from Ross.
During their relationship’s decline, Ross tries to convert Rachel from a Type B to a Type A — someone he can learn from — but this fails miserably. When Rachel invites Ross to a fashion lecture, he falls fast asleep. Rachel spends time with Mark — not to spite Ross — but because he has an interest in who she has become, not who she was.
Ultimately, Ross and Rachel’s relationship fails because Ross loses control — Rachel can no longer be taught. It’s also why this relationship should have been viewed by the audience as a good thing. Rachel has finally grown up and Ross can finally move on — he’s living 9 years in the past — but, as with the Joey and Rachel thing, the audience could not let the couple go. Marta Kauffman and David Crane have even said that their relationship was supposed to be a one-season long run, it was not intended to be the focal point.
“In the initial pitch, there was no Ross-and-Rachel as a romantic entity.” – David Crane (Creator)
As some context for that quote, Crane goes on to say they developed the relationship as something to shoot for in the pilot, but that relationship was intended to be finished as Scott Silveri later sums up…
“We’d ridden that bus as far as we cared to.” – Scott Silveri (Executive Producer/Writer)
In context, he’s referring to after season 3, when Ross and Rachel had finally (conclusively) broken up.
At the same time though, I don’t blame the audience — partially because I’m one of them, but also — because David Schwimmer’s charisma made me want Ross to succeed; to get what he wanted.
“So I took it.”
3) Bonnie
Bonnie, like Rachel before her, is a Type B — someone Ross can teach. It’s not serious and this is evidenced by the fact that Ross dumps Bonnie after she shaves her head; it’s more carnal than intellectual. He retreats to Rachel, not because of their history, but because she has elevated since their breakup to a Type A — someone he can learn from — so she’s more “long-term” than Bonnie.
4) Cheryl
Better known as the literal “hot mess,” played by Rebecca Romijn, makes her appearance in The One with the Dirty Girl, who is brilliant but horribly filthy. She’s a Type A, because she matches Ross on an intellectual level and thereby he’s more willing to sacrifice things like cleanliness to be with her. The same cannot be said for Type B’s who he rarely indulges in for very long and if Cheryl was a Type B, you can bet Ross never would have tried to have sex in the mess.
5 & 6) The Girls from Poughkeepsie and Upstate
This is a good point to stop and address these two relationships in The One with the Girl from Poughkeepsie as they’re a perfect example of Type A and Type B.
Ross is smitten by the girl from Poughkeepsie who clearly fits the bill for Type A (a mental equivalent), but he’s torn between her and a girl from upstate who is not funny, stupid, and a little racist (latter two points later redacted), who is clearly a Type B.
While his fellow friends believed this to be an easy conundrum, Ross is torn because while Type B is convenient, he knows Type A is long-lasting (albeit long-distance). His reluctance to break it off with the girl from Poughkeepsie when he was seeing someone upstate is all the more evidence that he’s willing to go the “extra mile” for Type A over Type B.
To all the Type Bs
7) Emily Waltham
As I mentioned earlier, Ross is fascinated by other cultures and he’s been gradually broadening his horizons. Emily of course is of European heritage and this puts her into Type A, someone he can learn from. He’s interested in her culture (see The One with all the Rugby) and her heritage.
Truthfully, that’s all I have to say about that as they shouldn’t have broken up and there was only a production reason behind their divorce — her arc was supposed to go on much longer.
The reason was because the actress Helen Baxendale got pregnant in between Seasons 4 and 5. She was a British citizen and therefore could not fly back to film Season 5, so they wrote her out.
(I’m always bummed when watching this relationship arc as it deserves to continue longer, but instead falls apart inorganically; Ross would not say Rachel if he did not love Rachel, and he does not love Rachel at this point.)
8) Elizabeth Stevens
A literal portrayal of Type B.
And, of course, there are a lot of single dates. The girl in the library is a Type B in that she is taught by Ross (through his book). Mona is a Type B because she looks forward to Ross’ rock collection. Rachel’s sister is a Type B who Ross shows his slides to. Elizabeth Hornswoggle is Type A… and so on and so forth.
(I’ll mention Charlie Wheeler in the conclusion.)
3. Ross Geller’s Soulmate is Julie
Ultimately, Ross Geller’s Soulmate is Julie as she is a Type A — from another culture — and a mental equivalent. In fact, the writers were brilliant in how they crafted Julie since she’s a woman Ross met in grad school and she acts as an obstacle to Rachel (the girl from Ross’ high school).
By that logic alone, Ross is doing the smart, healthy thing by moving on with Julie because it’s less in the past.
Then, when Julie befriends Monica (Ross’ sister), Rachel feels increasingly threatened because she sees Julie entering the group via the central figure. The fact that Julie and Monica enjoy shopping together, that Julie is dating Ross, and Julie is much smarter than Rachel makes her “Rachel but better” or — as in the case of my analysis — Rachel but a Type A.
In fact, that’s why the pros/cons list is so intriguing because the only negative Ross comes up with for Julie is “She’s not Rachem [sic].” The reason is because Julie is Rachel, but better. Ross chooses Rachel because he recognizes the similarities, but is unable to see that Julie is “new and improved” over the “outdated original.” As a result, he suffers from a bad case of nostalgia, severe entitlement, and the sunk-cost fallacy.
Missing Julie?
Perhaps the most damning evidence that these two are MEANT to be together is that the writers had a Ross/Julie breakup scene scripted, but they cut it from the show because they were afraid the audience would side with Julie — as they should.
Although that scene was not filmed, it clearly left an impression on the writers as they felt it necessary to tie up Julie’s loose ends by having her run off with Russ (a Ross substitute).
In addition, Lauren Tom emulates Schwimmer’s Ross with Julie masterfully, playing up her naïveté to gain the audience’s sympathy. While Rachel views Julie as a power-house and usurper, Julie views Rachel with a sensitive aloofness, in the same way Ross did.
What makes Julie work is that she’s very similar to Ross without being Ross because — as mentioned in the introduction — Ross, out of context, is an asshole. It’s why when they essentially recreated Julie, but as a full-blown Ross, you get Charlie Wheeler.
Conclusion (Charlie Wheeler)
Charlie Wheeler is Ross Geller but as a woman. And even though Aisha Tyler does well with her role, she does not have the Schwimmer charisma.
Charlie was meant to be the perfect woman for Ross so that the audience wouldn’t shirk the series for taking away (what many considered) Ross’ true love (i.e. Rachel). As a result, Charlie was crafted as a catalyst for Joey and Rachel to get together while having Ross move on organically. This works… for the most part.
The parallels between Charlie and Julie are manifold, both being American, but of different cultural heritage. Both being Type A’s that rival Ross’ intelligence and give him someone to learn from. Both also have the same naïveté/aloofness with Rachel.
However, the challenge was in giving Charlie and Ross a history. So, rather than make-up a grad-school story, they have Charlie parallel Ross’ history with a previous gay lover and an affinity for his same Type A’s and Type B’s.
Charlie is known for dating only Nobel Peace Prize winners (and other geniuses), but then she dates Joey. This emulates Ross’ Type A (preferred) and Type B (feel good fling).
However, then when Charlie dumps Ross to be with her ex — as Ross did with Julie — she comes across as an asshole. The sad truth is that she was no more/less a jerk than Ross; in fact, Charlie Wheeler was being a Ross.
The problem enlies in Ross’ character; on paper, he’s an asshole, but Schwimmer’s charisma keeps him sympathetic and affable. To have a supporting character portray the same character without Schwimmer, only further exemplifies his talent and the character at his core.
In the end, Ross and Rachel get back together and — in fairness — she’s become a Type A so it will have some longevity, but Julie will always be Ross’ soulmate.
After all, you don’t buy a cat with a girl unless you’re serious.
-Fin.
For more reviews and detailed Friends’ analysis, visit Doz’s Reviews
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27 Comments on FRIENDS Analysis: Ross Geller’s Soulmate is Julie
Michelle Smith July 18, 2014 at 12:31 pm
when will rachel’s soulmate analysis be out?
Derek Hobson July 18, 2014 at 1:13 pm
I’m shooting for September 1st. So it’s a little ways away, but I try to be as thorough as possible, so the researching and writing takes a lot out of me.
Thanks for reading; heck, thanks for caring!
I’m looking forward to it!
No problem at all, I love reading your friends reviews!
Derek Hobson July 21, 2014 at 11:26 am
Oh great! Thank you so much!
Kezia December 18, 2014 at 12:03 pm
I read these reviews a few months back, but lately every time I watch Friends I can’t help but think of what you mentioned about how each friend had dated their soulmate but did not end up with them.
I agree with you on Ross & Monica’s soulmates a lot so I was wondering who you would consider to be the soulmates of the other four.
Derek Hobson December 18, 2014 at 12:17 pm
Haha, sure — Rachel’s should be up already (http://primitivescrewheads.net/2014/09/01/friends-analysis-rachel-greens-soulmate-is-joshua-burgin/)
I try to do one every 3 months, but I realize there’s no harm in spoiling it.
Chandler’s is Janice;
Phoebe’s is David;
Joey’s is Kate.
daltonquick January 10, 2015 at 9:28 pm
Anthropology is actually the study of mankind, not necessarily the study of “other peoples’ cultures.” There are cultural anthropologists who study culture, but there are also biological anthropologists that study the biological makeup of humans, archeological anthropologists that study things of the past that humans have touched, evolutionary anthropologists that study the adaptations of humans, medical anthropologists, linguistic anthropologist, social anthropologists and the list goes on.
Trisha January 20, 2015 at 10:29 pm
I’m finding these Friends’ Soulmate analysis very interesting. Especially since I’ve been re watching this series 🙂
I’m curious, will you be doing Phoebe’s and Joey’s soulmates?
Derek Hobson January 22, 2015 at 4:23 pm
I’m hoping to get Phoebe’s up by mid-February — hers is a bit easier since if you’ve been rewatching on Netflix, you’ll notice there’s the episode with the firefighter and the teacher that basically does my analysis for me.
And thank you for reading! I was trying to do one every three months, but, in working on Chandler’s, I came to a different conclusion than when I started so I have to start over. :-/
drush76 January 29, 2015 at 5:50 pm
Nice article, but I believe Aisha Tyler has charisma, if you don’t.
Sophia March 2, 2015 at 6:11 pm
Thanks goodness not of your soulmate theories went to the show, otherwise the show would have been cancelled from DAY 1
kierands July 10, 2015 at 5:45 pm
These are phenominal analysis’
very insightful to read and fascinating
…I dont see a chandler, is there one?
These are phenomenal analysis’
Super insightful and fascinating
Is there one on chandler?
Not yet, but I will get to it.
I love doing them — it’s cathartic in a way. But I’ve never been able to do more than one a month. It’s weird, but I feel drained afterwards, so I need to recharge.
But thanks for reading and writing back!
Tang, Chi-Khay September 10, 2015 at 9:20 am
Firstly, I love this article too.. 🙂
I can’t stand Ross not only because he is whinny (the male but passive counterpart of Monica- hence reaffirming the power of genetics) and fanatical (with his constant need to shove things down his friends’ throat from the lectures) but also because he takes up so much space! I used to fast forward his scenes and I could finish an episode in 10 minutes!
I think the Gellars r scary cause they’re quite similar but Monica is a lot more endearing… Ross’s lack of success with women during his teenage years makes me the kind of guy who wants a trophy wife. He wants someone to show off which is why he needs to be humiliated and awed and then pacified in a manipulative way, all by the same woman. Ross might destroy Julia simply because she’s too nice. Charlie is the best for him- half a pint of honey and half of vinegar …
Derek Hobson September 14, 2015 at 1:08 pm
Haha, yeah, that’s a good point. I do think he grows a lot by the end, I mean that episode “The One where Ross is Fine” has that very endearing moment when he decides to let Rachel go… but yeah he never really gets any comeuppance, like no one burns Ross in the way he burns others.
The Charlie argument does make sense, like if she returned to him after things ended again… I guess that’s similar to what Carol did, but she was so nice that it’s hard to see her as a villain.
Charlie does make a lot of sense and she would keep Ross’ ego in check… I may need to redo this one, and Rachel’s maybe– I was going back over it and I think her soulmate might be Tag, haha
PaulPhoenix October 9, 2015 at 9:31 am
OH BROTHER! All these dumping on Ross! Give me a break! EVERY ONE OF THESE ‘FRIENDS’ ARE ASSHOLES! JOEY IS A THIEF AND A PIG (“Smart people are dull”?! REALLY JOEY?! Could you be any more shallow?) Rachel is a ditz who didn’t even know how to child-proof her apartment. Phoebe is a bitch who used to be a criminal, mugging people for money. The only remotely decent ones are Monica and Chandler, who also make fun of intellectual conversations because the writers of this show think homosexuality and academic knowledge are boring, dull, and stupid, like a bunch of hormones-induced teenager still stuck in high school!
SO DON’T GIVE ME THAT SHIT ABOUT ROSS! EVERYONE HERE IS AN ASSHOLE!
Hans March 8, 2016 at 12:52 pm
I’m dissapointed finding you in a huge league of people who hate Ross.
He is not any worse than other Characters. Yes he’s jealous and yes, he’s arrogant but he’s not a cheater and having two illegitimate children is not quite an arguement for me either.He’s caring and warm-hearted, but he is possessive. Well. both, good and bad qualities
Derek Hobson March 8, 2016 at 2:27 pm
Ross is my favorite character!
I only meant that the people I talk to tend to hate him. I had one person tell me he “adds nothing to the show” and I didn’t understand that. He’s my favorite character though, and David Schwimmer, I think, is the best actor.
My favorite thing is that he’s one of those guys who really thinks he’s a nice guy, but he keeps making choices that hurt — no no, DEVASTATE — people. And I can relate to that. He’s not intentionally a jerk… but that really doesn’t excuse his actions. That’s why I like him as the seasons progress too, I feel like he slowly comes to terms with it. He becomes A LOT more humble and self-effacing. Great examples are when he decides not to date while Rachel is pregnant, when he decides not to have sex when Rachel’s dad dies, when he STOPS the kissing with Charlie and talks to Joey (more than Joey can say for Ross), and when he tries to make himself okay with Rachel and Joey dating.
He’s my favorite by far!
Hans March 8, 2016 at 2:50 pm
I agree with you. Schwimmer was excellent for that role. I think durint the first four seasons writers didn’t quite know what to make of him, he was just a “serious one”, since Joey and Chandler were funny and innadequate, they needed a character who was more grounded and serious. But ever since the 5th season, the characters (especially in a comi way) just never stopped developing. They found right notes (or perhaps it was Schwimmer who found right notes).I think as the first five seasons Chandler was the funniest, the next five seasons Ross wa the funniest.
Derek Hobson March 30, 2016 at 7:05 am
Yeah, I mean, Joey was a lot more grounded in the first 3 seasons, to a point where Ross was almost the converse of Phoebe. I mean everyone knows Phoebe and Chandler have wacky pasts, but Ross’ initial situation of the divorced, pregnant lesbian is no less crazy. I think that’s why that even though I have different soulmates for each of them (Ross and Rachel), I’m actually really happy with how they got together in the end because I genuinely think their problems of jealousy/priorities are behind them.
danielle November 8, 2017 at 8:38 pm
what about mona?
doz December 6, 2017 at 11:43 am
What about Mona? 😉
ntte November 11, 2017 at 2:31 pm
Ross didn’t cheat on Rachel, they were on a break.
If I had the ability to upvote you, I would.
Luke November 12, 2017 at 5:29 pm
Everyone is an asshole when taken out of context. Ross is just less of an asshole than the rest.
That’s not untrue.
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Save Polk State Center
Save Polk State Center Petition
Please take a minute to digitally “sign” the petition below opposing the decision by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) to close Polk State Center.
DHS in August 2019 announced plans to close Polk State Center in Venango County. The decision would displace nearly 200 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities who currently consider Polk State Center to be their home and receive a variety of professional, on-site services each day.
While this decision would directly and negatively impact the nearly 200 residents and their families, it also would harm other people in our community.
• Workers – Polk State Center employs a variety of people who work to support the residents who live at the facility. If the center closes, those workers will lose their jobs. They may need to rely on some form of public assistance until they are able to find a new job.
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The decision by DHS to close Polk State Center generated a lot of concern within our community. People began looking for a way to proactively and productively work to save the center. In an effort to capture that engagement and provide a tool our community can use to show its collective will, I developed this petition.
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Acrostic Poems and Observations
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Acrostics are poetry, observations, and personal expressions of word meanings.
We express ourselves with words, but acrostic poetry is how words would express themselves if they could. Author and poet Joseph Macy combines the vintage craft of acrostic poetry with modern terms and sentiment.
Joseph Macy is a self-taught artist whose talent began to surface a few months after his 50th birthday when he began sculpting. Having spent most of his earlier years in the world of business, Joseph abandoned that hectic world and retired to the coastal mountains of Central Oregon. There he hand built a small log cabin, using old pioneer tools and felling his own trees in order to culminate a life long dream.
After moving into the cabin, his hands still “itched” to be doing something and seemingly, by accident, his sculpting began. With an old stump for a sculpting table and the great outdoors for a studio, he began to reproduce an image of Black Belly, an old Cheyenne Warrior. He discovered that he had a here-to-fore unknown talent for sculpting portraits.
Suffering a very serious stroke in 2003, his clay sculpting career ended quite abruptly. Unwilling to adjust to a non-artistic life, he began to write, or as he puts it, “sculpt with words.” To his surprise, sculpting with words is every bit as challenging as sculpting with clay.
Joseph was born in historic Oakland, Oregon but was raised in Portland, Oregon. In early 2000, he returned to the area of his birthplace and now resides in Sutherlin, Oregon.
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King Princess at Roseland Theater
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On Sunday 19th January 2020, King Princess is coming to Roseland Theater in Portland, Oregon for a one-night only pop music concert performance. You could join other music fans in cheering on this breathtaking musician as they deliver the best evening of musical entertainment on this side of the country. From the moment they take the stage, King Princess will enchant you with their incredible sound, undeniable star power, and powerful stage presence. You won’t be able to keep yourself from shouting for this awesome show! So if you want to see the best pop show in Portland, then make sure you book your tickets today!
Roseland Theater is known across the world for being an excellent venue for live pop music concert events. The stage is spacious with carefully crafted lighting solutions to give fans the best view of the action from every seat in the house. The acoustics have been designed by top sound engineering experts to create crisp and clean sounds for every seat in the house. Don’t forget that Roseland Theater also has a great selection of refreshments available at the bar as well as a wide selection of nearby restaurants and bars to please any craving. When you want to enjoy stunning pop music events, then you need to come to Roseland Theater in Portland, Oregon.
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Philippe Blanchard
Dorothy M. Yoon
Gabriela Agüero
Toni Ardizzone
Dongjoo Seo
Silvi Glattauer
Kristina Borg
Andrea Avendaño
María V San Martín
Kelly Monico
Myles Calvert
Camila Bardehle
Daniela Rivera
Dalia Katz
D. Carner Lorenzo
Gabriela Pugliotti
Sarah Knill-Jones
Louise Piche
Julia Milare
Born in 1987, Malta.
She earned a Master’s degree in Visual Arts and Curatorial Studies from NABA, Milan, and a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education from University of Malta.
Currently she works as a freelance artist and art educator and collaborates in a number of projects as curator, exhibition designer and project manager.
Centro Municipal de Arte Hélio Oiticica, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil;
Museum Fortress Builders, Valletta, Malta;
Valletta European Capital of Culture 2018, Malta;
Federico Bianchi Contemporary Art Gallery, Milan, Italy;
Nieuwe Vide, Haarlem, Netherlands;
Park Towers Supermarket, St Venera, Malta;
Spazju Kreattiv, Valletta, Malta;
Vienna Secession, Austria;
Munchner Kunstlerhaus, Munich, Germany.
Divergent Thinkers III, Malta
'ace, Buenos Aires, Argentina;
La Monnaie/De Munt, Brussels, Belgium;
Salzburg Global Seminar, Young Cultural Innovators Forum, Salzburg, Austria;
KulturKontakt Austria, with Austrian Federal Chancellery, Vienna, Austria;
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, Virginia, USA.
Kristina Borg employs an interdisciplinary artistic practice that focuses on socio-political issues in urban-collective spaces. Her research strives to create projects involving experiential processes through which she seeks to relate and enter into direct dialogue with the community and/or the place.
During the residency Borg will be working on a series of prints that will illustrate her upcoming book publication, featuring a narrative that forms part of the long-term project 'No Man’s Land’. This book publication is indeed a continuation of ‘No Man’s Land’ – a project that was commissioned as part of the exhibition ‘Dal-Baħar Madwarha’ (The Island is what the Sea Surrounds) curated by Maren Richter for Valletta European Capital of Culture 2018. The project questioned the accessibility to the seashore in Malta’s central harbour areas.
The final work included an on-site experience at sea: performative electric-boat trips during which a narrative, written by Borg herself, was interpreted live by a performer. The narrative includes a mix of fantasy and reality, and finds inspiration in a number of conversations held with the locals. The next phase of this long-term project is to publish the narrative in book format. This will, on the one hand, give the stories back to the communities, and, on the other hand, it will activate and continue a public debate on the contested terms and spaces presented in the narrative. The series of prints will accompany and illustrate these stories.
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Fridays at Volume Nightclub
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June 16th, 2017 - February 7th, 2031 PST
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To create this sound, he's not drawing from the usual places. He's quicker to cite Pantera and Killswitch Engage as influences than anything else. "Growing up all I listened to was rock, metal, and rap," he affirms. "I like the gritty style of bass music. It's heavy, dark, and evil shit. Those grimy bass lines could be like a raw guitar chug. There's double bass with the triplets. Whatever I do needs to be gory, ultra-violent, and metal as fuck."
Sluggo has been honing his skills from a young age. In high school, after visiting one underground party, he started to DJ. From there, he spent countless hours learning synthesis and became one of the early purveyors of the North American dubstep scene along with Excision and Borgore. In 2010, he founded Ultragore Recordings and released his single "I Get Violent" on Beatport.
Since then, he's had 29 releases and 52 songs come out under the Ultragore banner as well as music from Helicopter Showdown, Liquid Stranger, Torqux, Bare, and many more. He's also managed to reach the coveted Beatport Top 5 multiple times. Further branching out, he even created an official remix for deathcore stalwarts Iwrestledabearonce. However, his world changed in 2011 with a song entitled "Dark Crystal".
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Top 10 Unintentional Comedies of the 90s
by Eric Melin on March 31, 2009
Today’s user-submitted Top 10 comes from Ryan Magnuson, a musician and film student at Kansas University in Lawrence, KS. Ryan proves that there is more than one way to read a film, and sometimes it’s better if it’s not the way it was originally intended. If you’d like to submit your own Top 10, just email me at eric@scene-stealers.com. Here’s Ryan:
There’s usually only one way a bad movie can be entertaining. It has to be bad enough to make a person laugh. An unintentional comedy is either a comedy that is not funny (or funny in a way that’s not intended) or a film outside of the comedy genre that does not intend to be viewed as a comedy. There’s nothing funnier than seeing a film take itself too seriously. This list contains movies that unintentionally flip the genre that spawned them. In the process, they become accidental “hit” films. These films are similar in that they all reflect played-out Hollywood trends of their day. Sometimes trendy 90s social commentary is attempted and unsuccessfully conveyed. This list salvages 10 sad failures of film and gives them new life! These are the Top 10 Unintentional Comedies of the 90s.
10. Sister Act 2: Back In the Habit (1993)
This Whoopi Goldberg sequel is a true cornerstone of disasterpiece cinema. Nothing “keeps you off the streets” quite like a viewing of this accidental laugh riot. I say “accidental” because when you’re laughing, you’re not laughing with the movie—you’re laughing at it. These rag-tag group of misfits—the disadvantaged choir students in Whoopi’s class—understand that giving up is not an option. Add some “crazy” goody-goody nuns and things get hysterical! One scene gets this film in: The choir concert at the end will give you chills to the funny bone as well as head-cracking raps about God: “You down with G.O.D.? Yeah you know me! You down with G.O.D? Yeah you know me! Who’s down with G.O.D.? Everybody!” The class comes out in street clothes and their performance includes a section where two rappers come out and “crush the mic.” “Sister Act 2” is safe enough to be shown in the classroom for inspirational purposes, and the fact that its suitable for all ages means that kids have a better chance of seeing what unintentional comedy is all about early on! This hopelessly clean movie is a slam dunk—a 10 on the corny meter. The unintentional jokes just continue to roll. It almost got beat out by “Dangerous Minds,” but saved itself by having such an un-punny title.
9. A Time to Kill (1996)
Oh my. This John Grisham adaptation is offensively hilarious. The acting (not to mention—the inconsistent accents!) from an all-star cast including Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey, Ashley Judd, and Chris Cooper is over-the-top bad. These are great actors. This proves how weak the script, written by Oscar-winner Akiva Goldsman (for “A Beautiful Mind”), really is. It is a scream how unfunny the “comic relief” role played by Oliver Platt is. He is not charming or witty, and is surprisingly disposable for such a prominent role. Any thought-provoking intentions or ideologies the movie might have been trying to achieve are killed, given the melodramatic shift of focus to the lawyers. For example, there’s an extended hospital scene with Sandra Bullock (the hot-shot add-a-piece to the legal team of Matt and Platt), but none with the prepubescent rape victim that the story supposedly centers around. We do not see the victim’s family throughout most of the film. Instead, we see the lawyers’ late night sessions, relationships, and personal struggles with the case. The light-hearted attitude of these characters negates any serious subject matter that might be at hand. This film is about racism in the Deep South, but it forgets what it’s about to the point of ignoring it completely. This cheapens anything worthwhile it might be trying to say. I’m embarrassed for director Joel Schumacher, who must answer to this steaming pile for the rest of his life. At its worst, it almost resembles contemporary Hollywood Klan porn.
8. With Honors (1994)
“Boy oh boy.” This box-office flop-turned-underground-classic, the audience is constantly treated to kernels of wisdom from a rather unlikely source—a homeless bum (Joe Pesci) who goes to Harvard. An archetype “Did the teacher teach the students or did the student teach the teacher?” scenario occurs when he moves in with four college students. The laughter roars with honors and without regret. Brendan Fraser and Patrick Dempsey help deliver the goods, but it’s Pesci that steals the show. He secretly crashes at the university library, making him an “educated” bum, but still with all the laughs and pitfalls of an ordinary bum. It also contains one of the unintentionally funniest death scenes ever, as Fraser weeps as he reads the last letter written by Pesci, predicting the honorable graduation of Fraser’s character. Quite possibly the worst catch phrase in motion picture history—”Boy oh boy”— is repeated to rolling eyes from characters who will one day learn and grow to miss this really annoying smelly homeless guy. The makers of this film really stink up the joint when they keep mistaking this movie for something with worthwhile and intelligent moral significance.
7. Multiplicity (1996)
This Harold Ramis-directed “comedy” makes the list based on sheer ridiculousness alone. A work-obsessed Michael Keaton needs a way to spend more time with his family, so a quirky scientist makes a clone to help him out. That clone makes another clone, and when a fourth clone is added, all hell breaks loose. That’s when all the most atrocious jokes really come at you. You see, the fourth clone is mentally handicapped. Dressed in wacky clothes, says funny stuff like, “I like pizza.” and “I got a wallet.” The jokes are not funny and the “serious marriage problem” talks between Keaton and wife Andie McDowell turn into a barn-burning laugh party when Keaton begins to shed real tears as he tells his wife how much he loves her. No convincingly serious moral dilemmas are ever established and the clones are simply not funny. The movie actually suggests that the third clone didn’t come out right because it’s gay, and the fourth clone really didn’t come out right because he is obviously mentally handicapped. I could see where someone might get offended, but the real joke is on the writers that called these characters interesting or funny to begin with. Buddy, we are laughing at you, not with you. “Multiplicity” is an unintentionally funny comedy to be reckoned with.
6. Kuffs (1992)
As if the 8Os cop theme wasn’t played out enough, along comes the empty and formulaic “Kuffs.” This movie is unintentionally funny because the punchlines are some of the weakest and most stock Hollywood has ever seen. One multiple offender: Slater talks bad about his girl throughout the movie, than says shruggishly, “women.” Ha-ha funny: Cops get kicked in the nuts and their voices go falsetto. Christian Slater breaks the fourth wall and talks to the audience throughout the film with the most laughably boring narration ever. There is a cheap imitation of a “Beverly Hills Cop”-type score, some completely meaningless gunfire porn, and one of the most ridiculous love stories I’ve ever seen. From “Saved By the Bell”-type heartbroken phone calls to the continuous 8th-grade love sentiments, it is impossible to take co-stars Milla Jovovich and Slater seriously. I left this at #6, but one could make an argument for this one potentially cracking the top 5 someday. It is the “Coupon the Movie” of cop films.
5. Primal Fear (1996)
This “thriller” cracks the top five because it is so serious and somber yet impossible to take seriously. Ed Norton got an Oscar nomination for the most melodramatic part ever, a stuttering Southern man with multiple-personality disorder on trial for double murder. Laura Linney and Richard Gere combine for a vicious laugh team in this one. Gere is the take-no-crap defense lawyer who goes up against the vulnerable prosecutor (Linney). They turn in classic depictions of alcoholic lawyers who also—once in a while—cuss and match wits in hilarious insignificant fashion. “I wish you two would do your fucking goddamn jobs!” is a classic Gere quote that provides endless unintentional laughs! Their hilariously unbelievable and hollow characters are dropped into a premise that actually had potential, which ends up making serious scenarios mutate into unintentionally funny ones. It is nearly impossible to take the narrative as seriously as the actors do. It also has a really pretentious operatic and choir-filled score that inflates the ridiculousness with every soprano. If you need an unintentionally hilarious Oscar movie, this would definitely be my recommendation.
4. Higher Learning (1995)
John Singleton’s wannabe-“Do The Right Thing”-on -campus is an absolute slaying of any reflection on reality whatsoever because the characters and situations are so ridiculous. The only kind of higher learning we get is of the unintentional comedic genius Singleton can be when his dramatic intentions automatically flip to comical ones. Ice Cube is funny because he is Ice Cube. However, his character amounts to nothing, lost in this movie’s lack of ideological significance. I almost put this at number one because it is literally a laugh a minute. Unrealistic scenarios (from the neo-Nazis that recruit Michael Rappaport to shoot minorities on campus to the “lesbian only” depiction of homosexuality on campus) and way too many ideological black holes make it hard to take this movie’s “message” seriously. That is, unless one takes it seriously as a comedy. Great success!
3. Indian Summer (1993)
This film’s message: “some things never change.” When it comes to bad movies, this is certainly the case. Writer/director Mike Binder’s “Indian Summer” is the most unintentionally funny coming-of-age adult flashback film I’ve ever seen. A pretentious movie gets even more pretentious in one scene when characters try to tackle racial injustices of the past. They talk about the time when their camp counselor didn’t hire a guy because he was African-American. The title of the film and the fact that everyone in the film is white only makes Bill Paxton’s flashback that recalls the incident even funnier. Everyone gets more than they bargained for—such as unending clichés passing for genuine life lessons—when they revisit a childhood summer camp. The kicker in this one, however, is a melodramatic bridge scene where a one-on-one talk between Kevin Pollak and Elizabeth Perkins turns into a surface-value reflection and laughable introspective sentiment. As he talks about how much smaller the camp has gotten, Pollak gets sage advice from a friend: “Nothing has gotten smaller. You have changed.” All of the jokes are wickedly bad and all the characters are tragically unfunny. Camp counselor Uncle Lou, played by Alan Arkin, and his mentally handicapped assistant (played by “Spider-Man” director Sam Raimi!) provide for some great unintentional laughs. This movie tries embarrassingly to tug at the heart strings. Instead, it tugs itself right into the lake. It was rescued from drowning after this list flipped its intended effect. You’re welcome.
2. Congo (1995)
This movie is one of the greatest shams of all time. Laura Linney, one year before her raucous turn in “Primal Fear,” turns in an unintentionally masterful performance here. “Put ‘em on the endangered species list!” Make no mistake—she holds the key to this film being as unintentionally funny as it can be. Supposedly she is sent into the African jungle to rescue her missing ex-fiancé, but secretly her boss (the laughably hostile Joe Don Baker) just wants her to find diamonds. Baker is laughably hostile, and Tim Curry is out-of-his-mind bad as the foreign diamond expert. Instead of doing the book justice, we get almost no graphically violent gorilla scenes, and actors in gorilla suits pale in comparison to CGI effects in other movies like “Jurassic Park.” A talking gorilla and a disastrous foreign accent by Ernie Hudson “The Great White Hunter” also help lower the boom on any hope of taking this movie seriously. Not until this list has it gotten the credibility it deserves. Frankenstein-esque comparisons about humans and the limits of technology are squandered for gut-busting ridiculous high-horse scenes about diamonds. We thought we were getting a bloodier Jurassic park through the previews and the violent reputation of the novel. Instead, we get a film that disappointed many fans of the book by making it a soft movie about nothing that worthwhile or satisfying. I bask in its unintentional beauty.
1. Bye Bye Love (1995)
Something about Paul Reiser’s performance makes me think that he really thought this movie was going to be good. How could it be any more unintentionally hilarious? It’s got everything. Three divorced fathers (Reiser, Matthew Modine, and Randy Quaid) find solace in one another as they go through the daily grind of divorced life. The funniest scenes are when Paul Reiser interacts with his daughter. After getting mad at his daughter and throwing money at her in frustration (bad call), she storms out of the house. The door closed, he reflects. “Shit!” Later, he “risks his life” by scaling a branch that is literally 10 ft. off the ground to “rescue” his daughter from their old tree house. Heartwarming! Folks, Reiser’s communication issues between him and his daughter are so cringe-riffic, they will have you begging for more. Modine is a true player. When multiple women come over for dinner and run into his girlfriend—oops! Things get “scary” when he yells at his son for crying about his friends not being able to sleep over. Modine’s “Joker “character from “Full Metal Jacket” resurfaces and erupts more than once! This is especially true when Reiser almost sleeps with Modine’s ex-wife. Don’t forget how terrible Rob Reiner is as the divorce D.J., but give Jack Black credit for his cameo. At times, Randy Quaid is funny, but only because he is Randy Quaid. The script is terrible and most of his scenes are like most of everyone else’s scenes—unintentionally hilarious. James Taylor spawn Ben Taylor offers an unbelievably ineffective musical closer, covering “I Will” by the Beatles during a laugh-inducing epilogue montage, and he absolutely murders it. It cements this little-seen (only $12 mil at the box office) film’s place at #1. “Bye Bye Love” is a true champion because the dramatic scenes are far and away the most hilarious unintentional laugh-grabbers I’ve ever encountered on the silver screen. (Yes, I saw this in its original theatrical run.)
1 Clark March 31, 2009 at 11:07 am
I never thought “Primal Fear” was comical. I really like that movie. As for the others in this list, they are just bad, not in a way that makes me laugh, but in a way that makes me sleep and be pissed for seeing them.
2 Kenny March 31, 2009 at 12:36 pm
You’d be lying to yourself if you didn’t think that Congo is pretty sweet.
3 Ryan April 2, 2009 at 9:19 am
I thought this list was so bad it was funny, you missed out on great unintentional comedies like RoadHouse and missed out on Samuel L. Jackson and McConaughey movies besides A Time to Kill, when they are the princes of a list like this. Some of these movies are dreadful but not in an enjoyable way. And where is Nick Cage? His absence is inexcusable for nearly all his recent work, just a bad job not having the king of unintentional comedy on un unintentional comedy list. I could go on but This list needs a do-over
4 Kevin April 2, 2009 at 1:01 pm
What’s better than having Michael Keaton in your movie? Having FOUR Michael Keaton’s in your movie! Genius!
5 Reed April 2, 2009 at 3:41 pm
This is a great list. Thankfully,I’ve only seen one of these films (though I may have caught Bye Bye Love and forced myself to forget the incident).
Some other options:
The Island of Dr. Moreau
But I have another Sam Jackson nominee that should be included. My friends and I went to see National Lampoon’s Loaded Weapon 1 at the cheap, $1.50 theater hoping to get a few chuckles. There is nothing intentionally funny about this movie. Nothing. But there is a truly horrendous scene towards the end where Emilio Estevez loads up with all kinds of ammo and gear. The ammo and gear is too heavy and he falls over. That’s the only joke in the scene. It’s also the worst one in the movie (quite a strong statement, believe me). I think because this joke was so awful, my friend Boris and I began laughing uncontrollably and continued for the remaining 15 minutes of the movie. It was like we were just overcome by all the bad jokes and had gone insane. Our other friends became irate with us, but there was nothing we could do to stop the laughter. I still don’t know how this happened… and I don’t plan to re-watch the thing to find out.
6 Kenny April 2, 2009 at 10:55 pm
I forgot to mention that the soundtrack to Congo is pretty badass.
7 Elliot April 3, 2009 at 2:32 pm
Yup! Joe Don Baker is a sure thing when it comes to making laughable films.
Is it just me or did I not see any steven segal or roadhouse? Its probably just an oversight but still; also no gary busey?? Somebody needs to start watching late nite cable
9 keri Jarvis April 6, 2009 at 10:37 am
Ryan Magnuson’s list is awesome! Not only is his piece funny, but it is written well. I am a 90’s girl and 35 years old and had a blast reading it. I think Ryan is “The Bomb” or “Fat” or “Sick” or whatever other term people use to compliment others! Nice Job, Ryan!
10 matt April 19, 2009 at 6:55 pm
how about “snake eyes”? by the middle of the movie, my friends and i were almost shitting in our pants laughing so hard at each ludicrous and useless scene. by far, the worst (and best) movie ive ever seen at the theatre.
11 Reed May 5, 2009 at 12:22 pm
I caught a bit of Freejack the other day and thought of this list.
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Latin American applied research
Lat. Am. appl. res. vol.44 no.4 Bahía Blanca oct. 2014
Creating agile supply chains by tads
M. Balaji†, V. Vel Murugan‡ and N.R.Arun Kumar§
† Senior grade Assistant professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore 641049, India. Corresponding author: balpurush@rediffmail.com
‡ Principal, Sree Sakthi Engineering College, Coimbatore 641104, India. velgoudham_v@yahoo.com
§ PG Industrial engineering scholar, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore 641049, India. nrarunkumarie@gmail.com
Abstract— Global markets are now becoming volatile in most industries and the importance of their abilities to adapt to rapid and unexpected changes have surfaced. Modern organizations have to respond quickly to their customers' dynamic demands without compromising on quality, productivity and cost. Achieving agility lies in de-signing agile friendly processes and thus firms need to concentrate on their supply chains and its enablers in the attempt of redressing themselves as responsive supply chains. To evaluate and improve the levels of supply chain agility, a model called Total Agile Design System (TADS) is proposed. TADS as a methodology identifies supply chain enablers and prioritize them in order to achieve supply chain agility. In this scoring model, agility index before and after implementation of TADS are measured and discussed. The results validate the proposed model and lend evidence to the current thinking of impinging on agile concepts in traditional supply chains for competitive advantage and survival.
Keywords— Responsive Supply Chains; TADS; Agility Index; Competitive Advantage.
Modern organizations are facing enormous challenges and competition in the market due to rapid changes in customers taste and diversity. Today's organizations are forced to look beyond lean manufacturing practices and six sigma techniques and are in the adverse need of re-constructing the process of the relationships between supply and demand through TADS. Apart from trimming inventory expenses through lean principles and achieving zero defects through six sigma concepts, historical manufacturers are compelled to respond quickly to customer requirements and provide opportunities for global competitiveness in the cost driven manufacturing sector. Supply chain agility represents the rapid reaction potential of a supply chain on market changes and customer demands. Agility is the successful blend of speed, flexibility, innovation, proactiveness, quality and profitability through the integration of resources and best practices in an organization to provide customer-driven products and services in a fast changing market environment. In the present trend, determination of supply chain agility would indicate a firm's organizational superiority.
Vinodh et al. (2010) were the first to propose and implement a concept called TADS as a measure of the agility index in a traditional manufacturing system. Their work revealed the fact that modern manufacturing organizations should be capable of reconfiguring them-selves to suit the dynamic customer demands. According to Balaji et al. (2011), when innovation in the product line becomes infeasible or not cost effective, the firms should concentrate on their supply chain and its enablers and try to make existing chains flexible. They have triggered the possibility of applying the concept of TADS in supply chains to increase returns on investment and create delighted customers. Agarwal et al. (2006) analyzed the fact that flexibility is needed in any supply chain to encounter the uncertainty in manufacturing by developing a conceptual framework encapsulating market sensitiveness, process integration, information drivers and flexibility measures for supply chain performance. Gunasekaran et al. (2008) had expressed his views on Agile Manufacturing (AM) and Supply Chain Management (SCM) complementing each other for improving organizational competitiveness. An attempt to integrate AM and SCM in creating a responsive supply chain has been done which can be employed as a competitive strategy in a networked economy of virtual organizations. Bottani (2009) has built a house of quality on a new product and applied fuzzy logics to translate linguistic judgments with a view point to integrate agile attribute and agile enablers for achieving competitive characteristics. According to Gunasekaran (1998), markets are becoming highly diversified and facing unexpected changes becomes the key factor for success. His research has identified seven key enablers for the development of an agile manufacturing system. Yusuf et al. (2004) had focused on supply chain integration and explored the relationship between emerging patterns and attainment of competitive objectives by developing a multiple regression model which involved 600 companies in the UK. According to Tseng and Lin (2011), a Fuzzy agility index for an enterprise is composed of agility capability ratings and a total relation weight with agility drivers which could be developed to measure the agility level of an enterprise. Vinoth et al. (2013) confines that any assessment model of an agile supply chain will fail unless the agile manufacturing paradigm of the organization continuously supports the supply chain. Their work has contributed towards building an agile supply chain assessment model for computing fuzzy agile supply index using a fuzzy logic approach.
The review of the above papers certainly exposes the importance of agility in any manufacturing firm and its supply chain. In particular, Vinodh et al. (2010) has successfully used TADS to measure agility index in an organizational setup, but did not go beyond the organizational boundary. Balaji et al. (2011) had proposed the chances of using TADS model for assessing the agility index of a supply chain but did not implement TADS and improve the agility index of a supply chain. This narrow gap opened the possibility of an innovative research and triggered our efforts in assessing and improving the agility index of an organization's supply chain using TADS. With this backdrop, our paper pro-poses a model called TADS which as a tool quantifies the agility based on the various agility criteria framed within an organization's boundaries. A parameter named agility index has been coined to tabulate the agility level of supply chains before and after implementation of TADS. TADS is incorporated with questionnaires to measure agility index and address drag factors from the confined list of 14 agility criteria. The corresponding drag factors of the agility criteria have been identified and eliminated to the maximum possibility of turning the industry's supply chain into an agile entity.
The manuscript structure is as follows. Section II.A reports the exploration of literature for finalizing agile supply chain criteria were as Section II.B elaborates on the TADS methodology. A few words about the organization and industry structure is discussed at section II.C and the procedure for measurement of agility index is explained at section II.D. Section II.E elucidates the assessment of agility index before TADS implementation and section II.F identifies the possible drag factors and its corresponding remedial measures. Section II.G describes about the assessment of agility index after TADS implementation and section II.H presents the discussions followed by the conclusions of the research in Section III.
II. METHODS
A. Agile Supply Chain Criteria
Agile Supply Chain (ASC) criteria are wagons of agility which have the potential to drive supply chains towards agility. Based on the rich literature and research findings of the past, this research paper identifies 14 criteria listed below. Nevertheless, the proposed criteria will prove to be vital in assessing and improving agility levels of the supply chain on screen.
Culture of Change (Sherehiy et al., 2007)
Organizational Structure(Mashayekhi et al., 2011)
Customer Relationship Management (Zhang, 2011)
Production Planning (Hasan et al., 2012)
Process Integration (Lin et al., 2006)
Materials Management (Dove, 1996)
Distribution Management/Networks (Vinodh et al., 2013)
Employee Involvement (Vinodh et al., 2010)
Information Integration (Tseng and Lin, 2011)
Supplier Relationship Management (AL-Tahat and Khaled, 2012)
Marketing Sensitiveness (Tseng and Lin, 2011)
Customer order fulfillment process (Lambert and Cooper, 2000)
Customer Reaction and Proactive Anticipations (Vinodh et al., 2008)
Customer Service Management (Lambert and Cooper, 2000)
B. Total Agile Design System (Tads) Methodology
The results of the literature survey on Supply Chain Agility reveal that there have been limited attempts for evaluating agility levels of supply chains. TADS have been considered (Vinodh et al., 2010) for agile customization when the production process needs to be customized according to the dynamic requirements of the customers. TADS quantifies the supply chain agility of the organization by adopting new technological advancements. This agility quantification tool uses a questionnaire based approach method and facilitates the apportionment of scores among the defined list of ASC criteria (Anantatmula and Kanungo, 2006; Chieh-Wen et al., 2008; Dorabjee et al., 1998).
An agility index can be used to assess the agility levels of a supply chain on a 2000 score scale. A TADS team of 10 members were identified and instructed about the features of agile quantification tool and ASC criteria. Later the questionnaires pertaining to all criteria were given to them and with their responses, the agility index was computed based on agility scores using the formula for agility index (Vinodh et al., 2010).
Agility index = Total score/2000 (1)
The agility index score before TADS implementation opens the possibilities of identifying drag factors and suggesting remedial measures for their elimination in order to strengthen the weakest ASC, as depicted in Fig. 1. Successful removal of drag factors using suit-able remedial measures during TADS implementation phase can be eventually seen with a positive change in the agility index score after TADS implementation.
Fig. 1. TADS Methodology
C. About the Organization and Industry Structure.
The firm located in Tamil Nadu, India is a specialist in the design, development and production of auto-mated material handling equipments. In addition, the company provides a comprehensive service ranging from consultancy to total project management and a 24 hour service logistic support. However, the firm is challenged in trading off between demand and supply with its traditional supply chain and thus fearing the losses of customer goodwill in longer run.
D. Measurement of Agility Index
In order to measure agility index, an agility quantification tool developed in previous research was adopted (Vinodh et al., 2010). The agility quantification tool has its root on the 14 criterion that determines the agility level of an organization and is distributed across a total score of 2000 as shown in Table 1.
Table 1. Distribution of Scores for Agile Criteria
This questionnaire enables the responders to indicate the agility level from the point of view of agile criterion. One such sample questionnaire pertaining to the criterion Production Planning is shown in Table 2.
Table 2. Questionnaire Pertaining To Production Planning Criterion
After the responder completes the questionnaire, a score allotment table (Table 3) has to be referred in order to convert the responses into scores and for computing the agility index. The guidelines for assigning maximum scores to the answers of the questionnaires was strictly based on the recommendations of the TADS team members identified by the organization.
Table 3. Score Allotment Table Pertaining to Production Planning Criterion
E. Assessment of Agility Index Before TADS implementation
The implementation study began by measuring agility index before TADS implementation in the organization. The responses of TADS team members were recorded and the scores were tabulated. The score pertaining to ASC criterion production planning is shown in Table 4. Likewise, the mean scores were calculated by referring to the responses of the TADS team members against the corresponding ASC criterion as shown in Table 5. The total score was estimated as 1246.5 out of 2000 and thus the agility index before TADS implementation was 0.6233.
Table 4. Score for Production Planning Criterion Before Implementation of TADS
Table 5. Total Score Summary
The TADS implementation study carried out in the firm integrates functional sections of the firm such as design, materials supply, production, distribution and sales. The objective was to provide the right number of products and services to the right places at the right time in order to meet the desired level of customer requirements and enable overall supply chain profitability.TADS methodology aims at achieving agility through strategic partnerships, integrating resources, forming seamless business environments, continuous innovations, privileged customer responses, leveraging human skills and integration of information technology. After overcoming a series of hurdles, the firm's supply chain progressed on agile forefronts. The drag factors hindering the formation of ASC were eliminated one by one which paved the way for creating an adaptive and responsive supply chain.
F. Drag Factors and Remedial Measures
Various drag factors that obstruct the achievement of an ASC were identified and addressed. Two of the notable drag factors and remedial measures for Production Planning criteria are shown below.
Imbalanced inventory management systems:
Imbalanced inventory management systems are those which either holds huge surpluses leading to unproductive capital tie-up or large-scale non-availabilities leading to unsatisfied customers.
Remedial measures:
Better inventory management through selective inventory control practices, standardization of products, timely identification and disposal of surpluses.
Following Just In Time (JIT) principles in working out realistic requirements and enabling the order of right quantities at the right time with right delivery schedules.
Aggregate Planning well in advance for synchronizing production flow.
Using Master production scheduling procedures to summarize the requirements of various departments like sales, finance and manufacturing in order to schedule production and the purchasing of materials within the capacity and re-sources available to the production system.
Improper Production Control which leads to inefficient production systems:
Improper production control is characterized by inadequate planning and lack of coordination in manufacturing activities which lacks prompt delivery, quality, cost effectiveness and efficient resources utilization.
Effective line balancing by leveling the workload across all processes in a manufacturing cell to remove bottlenecks and excess capacity.
Using visuals to signal the need to start or pause production and adopting a pull kanban system to keep manufacturing products based on actual demand rather than forecasted demand.
Expediting the process flow and ensuring that the work is carried out as per the plan and delivery schedules are met by following techniques like status reporting, attending bottlenecks, controlling deviations from planned performance levels, following up and monitoring the progress of work through all stages of production and modifying the production plans if necessary.
TADS measurements certainly demands implementation of some external mechanisms like JIT, Materials Requirement Planning, Aggregate Planning etc., from the view point of production planning criterion. This may be further extended with similar mechanisms for the remaining 13 criteria to remove the undesired effects on the creation of an ASC. An important consideration is that, when an organization implements all these re-medial measures, its supply chain can become an ASC with significant improvements in agility levels.
G. Agility Index After TADS Implementation
For assessing the agility index after implementation of TADS, the team members were requested to anticipate and respond to the performance of the system. The same questionnaires which were earlier used were given to the TADS team members and their responses were used to calculate the scores against each ASC criterion after implementation. As expected, the total score escalated to 1700.5 out of 2000 and thus the agility index after TADS implementation was 0.8503. The percentage improvement in agility as a result of TADS implementation against all ASC criteria was computed and the results are exhibited in Table 5.
H. Discussion
TADS certainly have the tendency to tap the potential opportunities in a turbulent supply chain environment. By implementing TADS, it is evident that the agility index can be improved by a grand margin of 22.70% for the organization under focus. It also opens the window of micro studying the drag factors in agility implementations which have never surfaced in most researches in recent past. In addition, this research has contributed towards a better understanding of eliminating drag factors by using appropriate remedial measures for improving the agility index of supply chains. The findings are of direct relevance to harness supply chain agility levels in responding to market changes. Importantly, the results indicate that enhanced supply chain agility has positive impacts on the firm's sales, market share, profitability, speed to market and customer satisfaction.
III. CONCLUSIONS
It is ardent that supply chain agility can be achieved by means of improved coordination among the different levels of supply chain which is the greatest potential asset of any supply chain. By improving the coordination among the phases, negative impacts of lack of coordination can be minimized to a greater extent. It makes the supply chain more profitable and flexible. The advantage of TADS is to create the most value, not simply for the organizations, but for the entire supply chain network including the end customer. At the onset, what is needed in this volatile market is the redesigning of the supply chains to achieve lean status and flexibility with the help of agility quantification tools.
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Received: February 5, 2014
Accepted: April 23, 2014
Recommended by Subject Editor: Mariano Martín
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The Basic Terms and Rules of Logic
If the terms, such as statement, premise, conclusion, or logical argument are new to you, you may have to read through the bullet points below several times to understand them.
Logic = a limited but powerful tool to try to determine what is true. A premise statement (there can be more than one) is used to demonstrate the truth of a single conclusion statement. (problems)
Read through these bullet points and give each one some thought until you can say that it makes sense:
Premise = the reason, proof, or rationalization which makes someone believe something to be true.
Conclusion = whatever is claimed to be true because of the premise.
Logical Argument = a conclusion plus at least one premise, or reason that you think that the conclusion is true. (read)
There are 3 obvious classical laws: Things are what they are; two mutually exclusives can't both be true at the same time and in the same way; and there is no middle ground between two mutually exclusives.
Example: God is God. He can't both exist and not exist, and there is no middle ground between claims of His existence as opposed to claims of His non-existence. (read)
Statements can be either true or false. (not valid or invalid) (read)
A premise is a statement and it can be true or false.
A conclusion is a statement and it can be true or false.
A premise plus a conclusion constitutes a logical argument,
but that argument is not necessarily either valid or sound.
Arguments can be either valid or invalid. (not true or false)
Arguments can be either sound or unsound. (not true or false)
Validity has to do with the form of the argument.
Valid Argument = an argument where IF all the premises are true, the conclusion must be true--it would be impossible for the conclusion to be falseIF all the premises are true.
Sound Argument = an argument where the argument is valid and all its statements (premises & conclusion) are true.
Inductive reasoning is reasoning that if a certain premise is true it indicates that a certain conclusion might be true. (read)
Deductive reasoning is reasoning where if the premise is true and the argument is valid, the conclusion is necessarily true.
Deductive reasoning can be evaluated for the validity of the form. (read)
Deductive reasoning can be evaluated for the truth of the premises.
Sound/Unsound argument: An argument is called sound if and only if it is valid and all its statements (premises & conclusion) are true. Otherwise, the argument is called unsound. (examples of unsound reasoning) Every unsound argument is a lie whether it is told by an Atheist or a Christian theologian.
Is every premise testable and true? See the diagrams above to see why many premises that are taught, especially in secular schools, are not true.
Examples of the testability of premises:
It is impossible to test to see whether molecules-to-man evolution actually happened.
Bible verses are often quoted as a premise, but when you look them up, the conclusion doesn't follow from what is written in Scripture.
It is possible to test whether every person who seeks God in sincerity, humility, reverence, and submission, will find Him. (read)
Is the premise true?
Does the conclusion follow from the premise?
The conclusion that evolution actually happened does not follow from the fact that most scientists say that they believe in it.
If assumptions are required to make a case against the Bible for claimed errors or inconsistencies (as it is in every case), then those claims don't follow from the evidence.
Someone may claim that the Bible says a certain thing, but when you go to look up the verse, it doesn’t really say what was claimed, so the claim doesn't follow from the premise/evidence.
"We can scientifically observe that there are changes from generation to generation; therefore, molecules-to-man evolution is a scientific fact!!!" That conclusion doesn't follow from the evidence.
"Complex protein molecules are formed in nature; therefore, it is just a matter of time before a self-sustaining life-form will pop into existence and begin to reproduce and evolve!!!" The conclusion doesn't follow from the evidence.
"Natural selection, the survivors survive, is fact, therefore, molecules-to-man evolution is fact!!!" The conclusion doesn't follow from the evidence.
"The human mind is easily tricked and can't be trusted, therefore we should not trust God to reveal but should only trust the human mind!!!" The conclusion doesn't follow from the evidence. (read)
Fallacy = any error in an argument that makes the reasoning not sound. There are many fallacies and they are often hard to detect. Fallacy means to deceive, to trip, to lead into error, or to trick. We can trick ourselves or be tricked by others. As with the word, logic, the word, fallacy, can have more than one meaning. We define it broadly because that is most useful to you. (read)
Fallacies, Fallacies, Fallacies
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Week 4 and Admission
The week started well, with Azer feeling more energetic but still coughing a lot and zero appetite. Some days, he only had G-tube formula and milk. As the week progressed, his cough became worse, to the point where every time he coughed he would have a coughing fit.
The diarrhea continued until Thursday, when it seemed to finally end. Thursday, he had a low grade fever, and felt much worse, so he contacted the CF clinic. They made an appointment for him Friday.
He was miserable when we arrived. He said his lungs felt uncomfortable, and he had to breathe shallow just to keep from constantly coughing.
At clinic, they confirmed his rapid weight loss. The dietician recommended that if he just can't eat anything, his weight loss will continue. She prescribed an extra can of formula during the day, which would make it 6 cans a day, and should meet his daily caloric intake.
His heart rate was elevated, and he had a low grade fever. His first PFT test was about 30 points lower than his baseline. After an Albuterol treatment, it was slightly higher. It was very difficult for him to complete the PFT test, as he could barely make a complete exhale without coughing. Both the doctor and Azer felt like he never fully recovered from his lung infection that began before he started Trikafta. Two weeks of antibiotics and steroids hadn't touched it, and we were waiting to see if the Trikafta would clear it up, which did not happen.
The doctor said his lungs sounded fairly clear. She said his symptoms and color of mucus really pointed to the possibility of a virus that could be making a lung infection even worse. Azer decided it's best to be admitted for IV antibiotics, to clear up his lungs and also to judge if any of his symptoms are being caused by the Trikafta. The floor was very full, so they sent us home to wait for a bed to be available.
Hopefully they get him feeling better quick he's not in the hospital too long!
Admission antibiotics fever IV rhinovirus Trikafta virus weight loss
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Update and Baseball
So, Azer's viral panel came back positive for the Coronavirus, which is basically one of thousands of cold causing viruses. His bacterial culture came back with only sensitive staph. The ENT clinic gave him some antibiotic ointment that he is to put in his nasal rinse everyday to help.
Today, he felt like his lungs just weren't recovering from this virus, so he contacted the CF clinic. The antibiotic that would cover everything he cultured from December would be Levoquin, but he doesn't want to deal with ongoing reflux from having to stop the Erythromycin. The doctor prescribed another antibiotic that will hopefully work.
On top of battling this virus, and the bacteria in his lungs for the past week, Azer has had baseball tryouts for his High School freshman team. He has been working hard to get his treatments done, his PT stretches, lifting weights, sterilize his nebulizers, and try to maintain his weight. He felt like there was no way he would make the team.
It was an em…
CF Clinic - Sick Visit
So, the day after his clinic visit last week, Azer started to sound congested. It seemed to get worse through this week. His culture from last week came through, and the Steno wasn't present, but a rare growth of Aspergillus was there. Yesterday, he and I came down with a mild virus, which didn't cause many symptoms and seemed to only last a day. However, he ended up coughing hard all night long. He said at school, he was trying to breathe shallow so he didn't end up having a coughing fit in the middle of class. He was exhausted this morning, and sounded even worse. He emailed the clinic, and we started heading in that direction, not knowing whether they could see us in clinic or not. Luckily, they had an opening in the afternoon, which was worth waiting for.
He lost 3 pounds in one week. He has been a little more active since school started, but has been eating fairly well. He had some difficulty doing his PFT today, as he was holding back coughing. He was only a point d…
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What follows is my personal and intimate experience with routine infant circumcision. Infant circumcision is a very emotive issue for me and it took a lot of courage for me to write this. My only hope is that others might gain something from my experience.
Once we discovered we were having our first baby boy, the topic of circumcision briefly came up. I don't have a penis, so I was intimidated by the subject and left the decision up to my husband. I trusted that he would know best because he is a kind, loving man. I did a little research - but not balanced research. I focused on the benefits of circumcision and passed over the possible complications and risks. I was too unsure of myself, as a new mommy, to question this.
When my baby boy was a couple weeks old, we took him in to have him circumcised. I was so nervous and everything in my being was telling me to hold my baby tightly and bolt out that door. I asked the doctor why we should be doing this and he told us that our son would thank us when he was older. So, I handed him over and allowed the doctor to strap him down. I insisted on being there by his side because I felt that if it had to be done then at least I could be there to hold his little hand.
It was the most horrific sight I have ever seen and it still haunts me to this day. I can tell you that circumcision was EXTREMELY painful for my newborn baby boy. He had the painkiller and the nerve block but still he cried so hard that he turned purple in the face. Pliers were used to pull his foreskin away from his glands. The clamp and a scalpel were used to cut away his foreskin and he did bleed. It was awful and I cried.
For several days after, he screamed every time he peed. My heart would break, every single time. Cleaning is/was not easy for us. For several weeks, I had to apply ointment to his red, sore penis after every diaper change to keep the urine and fecal matter from infecting his exposed glans and to keep it from chaffing. He cried every time I had to do this. Circumcision compromised our breastfeeding relationship and his sleep patterns were restless for weeks. He was a baby with difficulties (borderline colic) which I now believe was post traumatic stress due to his circumcision. He would not look me in the eyes for months. His development was disorganized and full of anxiety. He seemed very sensitive to pain and did not cope will with stress. He was emotionally upset and physically uncomfortable for much of his infancy. He has had bleeding, penile adhesions, infections, rash on his glans... He would cry every time he grabbed or pulled on his is genitals. I was full of regret over having him circumcised and it was one factor as to why I suffered postpartum depression. Three and a half years later, I still have to clean around his coronal ridge because smegma gets caught there. His glans is very sensitive and this makes him uncomfortable. Through all of this, and by doing research, I have learned that these complications are not uncommon.
Due to my son's temperament and sensitive nature, I believe he would have benefited greatly if we had left him whole. I'm not saying that circumcision caused my son's behavioral challenges, but that it amplified them, and it has had a profound, disruptive effect because of his sensitivities. I worry that the trauma he experienced due to circumcision will continue to have a negative impact on him, with long lasting physical and emotional scars. Having my first son circumcised is my deepest regret, for him.
Three years later, we discovered we were having another baby boy. I was so upset because I knew we would have to have the circumcision discussion, again. I wouldn't have been able to live with myself doing it a second time, knowing what I know now, but my husband did not agree. We did hours and hours of research and had many intense discussions. In the end, my husband admitted that the only reason he wanted it done, again, was so our new son would match his daddy and his older brother. I thought he had known best the first time around but how could he... he was circumcised as an infant and that's all he knows.
During my second pregnancy I was seeing a Jewish midwife. We had several conversations about circumcision and how my husband and I were struggling with it. She explained that she decided to have a Bris but not circumcise her son. This was instrumental in giving me strength to stand strong in my conviction to allow my son to remain whole. If my Jewish midwife could keep her son whole then I, as a Christian, could keep my son whole, too.
This time around, I fought so hard to keep my second son intact, and I was reluctantly willing to let my husband leave to protect my child. He could either accept that our next son would remain as God intended, or he could walk out that door, if he chose to. Eventually, he accepted that our son was not going to be circumcised. Praise the Lord, my second son is healthy and whole!
Caring for my intact son is very easy, and he has had no issues. We just wipe off the outside, like a finger, and we're done. He does not cry when he grabs or pulls on his genitals because his penis is whole and it isn't a sore, sensitive open wound. Our breastfeeding relationship has been very smooth, enjoyable and full of trust. The newborn stage was peaceful and I can see that his development is so much more organized than my first son's. He is calmer, much more tolerate of stimulations, and copes easier in stressful situations. He trusts me and looks at me with so much love. I believe that leaving our second son intact has been very positive emotionally and psychologically, and his character shines through, the way it was meant to. For my second son, I have no regrets to contend with and no postpartum depression because I followed my mommy instincts and protected my child by keeping him whole.
I used to think circumcision was our parental choice, until I realized it was impacting me in a big way. My husband is circumcised and after years of marriage we are realizing that his lack of foreskin is causing me pain during sex. I always thought the chaffed, burning and raw pain that I feel for several days after sex was my fault. I tried everything to make sex more comfortable, but nothing significantly helped. Now, we are realizing that circumcision is the cause. I am so angry over what circumcision has taken from our marriage! I am so upset that my husband and I cannot enjoy each other the way we are meant to! His parents made this decision for him, but I do not feel it should have been their choice. Now my husband and I have to live with the consequences of that decision for the rest of our married life.
On top of my pain, my husband has lost sensitivity over the years and he has tight, bent erections. Sometimes they can be painful for him because he does not have enough skin to grow into. My husband is slowly beginning to realize that we made the right decision when we kept our second son whole, and this intimate struggle has led us to discuss foreskin restoration because it would benefit both of us. Male circumcision impacts women, too, and I worry about my first son and his future partners. The worst part of this whole situation is that these complications were completely preventable because routine infant circumcision is an elective, unnecessary procedure.
How will we explain to my boys the reason one was circumcised and one was not?
We will explain that we did the best we could based upon what we knew at the time. Then, we learned more so we did differently. We will tell them that we love them both very much. I hope that they will have the maturity to accept one another for their differences, and love one another unconditionally. We will tell them that they are both very much loved, but a little different. We will apologize to our first son for taking his choice away, and tell him about foreskin restoration. We will support and encourage our son in any way that he needs, so he can make the choice to take back what was taken from him, if he chooses to.
As you can tell this is a very emotive issue for me and I have deep personal and intimate reasons as to why I feel so strongly. Please understand, I am not judging anyone for their own past choices; I'm simply sharing my story. I have one circumcised son and one intact son, and I love both of them fiercely. I can relate to both sides of this issue, and have learned so much from this experience.
With that said, if I could go back, I would definitely leave our first son whole because it is his penis and, therefore, I do believe it should have been his choice to make. In the end, my first son's sacrifice saved my second son. When we know better, we do better...
Mother with Two Sons by WillowTree
Hear from other parents who have walked a similar road and are raising both circumcised and intact sons at, I Circumcised My Son: Healing From Regret.
To begin a faith-based investigation of your own, see these faith considerations on circumcision (Judaism, Christianity, and Islamic resource lists).
Additional information on the prepuce (foreskin), intact care, and circumcision at: Are You Fully Informed?
R. J. Bly is a wife and stay-at-home mom to two precocious little boys, Keaton and Deckard. She says that it is a joy to be able to stay home with her boys and offer them the very best of her time and energy. Bly comes from a broken family (neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse and sexual abuse) but she plans on doing everything in her power to provide her boys with a safe and loving home. She says her sons have taught her a great deal about patience, love and respect. Because of them, Bly is an intact advocate, a homebirthing, full term breastfeeding, natural immunization building, cloth diapering, babywearing, cosleeping momma.
Bly graduated from Washington State University with a degree in Public Relations/Communication and hopes to apply this to a career once her boys are older. For now she says mothering is her chosen full time job. Bly volunteers her time as a La Leche League Leader to help mothers and their own babies in her community. She has been diligently working with a few colleagues to purse a breastfeeding in public bill for Idaho and hopes to introduce it into the 2013 legislative session. Bly also serves as Director of Intact Idaho, a grassroots chapter sharing research based information on intact care and circumcision to parents and professionals across the state.
Erin 4/30/2012 9:00 AM
I have 3 boys; my oldest is circumcised and my 2 youngest are not. You're right, when we know better we do better. I guess I'm lucky that we didn't really have any trouble with his circumcision (until he was 4 anyway and he had Meatal stenosis and had to undergo a second surgery)
Good luck with the foreskin reduction! I hope it all goes smoothly for you.
Janie 4/30/2012 3:44 PM
Hugs mom - I wrote my "story" today and they sound very similar. I think us moms of cut sons make great activists!http://rubyslippersx3.blogspot.com/2012/04/my-story.html
Good for you! I have 3 boys none are circumcised. I could not do it to them. I explained to them why when they asked why they looked different than daddy. I tell them I could not put them through that pain, and I dont feel its my decision to make for them, and if they get to be a adult and want it done I will pay for it. They said no way mom we are good.
Ria Wallace 2/11/2016 3:10 PM
That last line made me laugh. I will offer that as an answer to those in my life who frown upon my intact decision - "I'll be happy to pay for it when they are older."
"I always thought the chaffed, burning and raw pain that I feel for several days after sex was my fault."
For me, this was the most powerful line of this story. As a fellow woman who could have written this very sentence herself, I empathize with all women who have to come to this conclusion. That they are the cause of their suffering. Before meeting my intact husband, I experienced painful sex with many partners, and was told by many men that I must have something wrong with me to not enjoy sex. I tried so hard to enjoy making love with my circumcised partners, and always felt like a failure.
Needless to say, I will not be circumcising my son who is due next month. Thank you for writing this.
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In a world where social media reigns king and reality TV reigns queen, its easy to give our attention to people and situations that don’t really matter. Let's put our critical thinking skills and abilities to serve others to good use, because TALK IS STILL CHEAP!!
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Unless you've been under a rock, you're familiar with the "Decision" NBA player Lebron James made last Thursday. The 2 time NBA MVP announced he would be moving to Miami, FL to begin the rest of his career as a Heat player.
Lebron, a native of Cleveland/Akron, Ohio, was picked in the 1st round of the NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003. He has played for the team every since. However, at the end of this NBA season James became a "Free Agent" ending his contract with the Cavaliers.
Do NBA players contract for years at a time or for a Lifetime?
Answer = not a lifetime ...... Lebron had a contract with Cleveland that ENDED!!!
Where is the un-loyalty in completing your contract and exploring the opportunity to continue your career somewhere else? I think there is credit to be given to an athlete that fulfills his contract and doesn't walk out like a certain braided hair "bad guy" point guard (that shall remain nameless).... totally different situations right?
As a Memphis sports fan, I understand the feelings of betrayal all to well. However, the open letter from Cleveland Cavaliers' owner, Dan Gilbert, was down right DISGUSTING!
Disecting Dan Gilbert!
To be a man of power, in his position, leading a city of fans to harbor hate & resentment for an athlete is, to say the least, unprofessional. He described James' decision as "cowardly" and that the broadcast was a "shameful display of selfishness and betrayal". Gilbert declared to the Cleveland fans that he and the rest of the team would never betray them. He vows to win a championship before Lebron.
I admit James could have went about making the decision more "tactfully", but the "Decision" had about 10 million viewers and any proceeds James made were donated to the Boys & Girls Club. (Darn that Lebron James for capitalizing off a propserous business and giving back to the needy)
I'm with Jesse Jackson on this one, "This is an owner employee relationship and Lebron honored his contract.... He speaks as an owner of Lebron and not the owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers."
Of course Gilbert has a right to his opinion but he could've expressed it more "tactfully" as well.
What do you think? COMMENTS!!!
Dan Gilbert has been fined by the NBA for his "nasty" letter. Some teams have been suspicious of Miami heat tampering with free agents. There is an NBA law that prohibits officials and players from recruiting or negotiating with soon to be free agents, until July 1st. (Player Collusion). It is rumoured that Bosh, James, and Wade met in June to discuss the possibility of playing together.
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For too long I had felt like not enough or too much. I felt like I was trying to play the game, but could never win. I felt like I was working hard chasing something, but would arrive there (wherever “there” was…).
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My second book is where I go in and get at how all that (above) informs who I am as a leader. This is where I tell the story I’ve never told myself—about who I am, how I show up, and what happens as a result. This is where I explore what it looks like when I do me with wild abandon in the world. This is where I name and claim who I am as a leader and how that intersects with me being a woman.
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Lael is so genuine that I feel I can say anything to her. She listens, she doesn’t judge, and she makes me think about things in new ways. She doesn’t tell you what to do or how to do it. She simply opens up the conversation in ways you never thought possible. She pushes you ever so gently to stretch yourself out of your box.
Because there's more to life than just taking up space.
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SARAH HUGHES
«ACCIDENTS OF MATTER OR OF SPACE»
US ($13 + $5 shipping/handling): OUT OF PRINT
International ($13 + $13 shipping/handling): OUT OF PRINT
Sarah Hughes’ «Accidents of Matter or of Space» is a limited edition of 100 archival CD-R’s mounted on an 11×14 letterpress score produced by MilkfedPress in Alameda, California. A complementary informational sheet includes credits, track list, and an essay by Dominic Lash. This release brings together a solo zither improvisation recorded in a disused transmission station in mid-Wales with three realizations of the 2011 composition (can never exceed unity), performed by Rhodri Davies, Patrick Farmer, Jane Dickson, Neil Davidson, and Dimitra Lazaridou-Chatzigoga.
1 Recorded at Criggion transmission station, Powys. Recorded by Patrick Farmer
2-4 Recorded at St Paul’s Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Recorded by Simon Reynell
1 Solo improvisation by Sarah Hughes (zither)
2-4 Performed by Rhodri Davies (harp) Neil Davidson (guitar) Jane Dickson (piano) Patrick Farmer (electronics) and Dimitra Lazaridou-Chatzigoga (zither)
1. Criggion (after Only) [20:02]
2. (can never exceed unity) – Realisation #1 [20:03]
4. (can never exceed unity) – Realisation #3 [4:22]
All compositions by Sarah Hughes
Liner notes by Dominic Lash
Excerpt from liner notes by Dominic Lash:
In what has become an oft-quoted passage, the British composer and improviser Cornelius Cardew wrote that “it is impossible to record with any fidelity a kind of music that is actually derived in some sense from the room in which it is taking place – its shape, acoustical properties, even the view from the windows. What a recording produces is a separate phenomenon, something really much stranger than the playing itself, since what you hear on tape or disc is indeed the same playing, but divorced from its natural context”. This text is usually cited as evidence of the artificiality of recorded improvisation and the superiority of “the real thing”, the live concert happening in real time. I love “the real thing”, but it seems to me that recorded improvised music at its best deliberately exploits the strangeness to which Cardew refers. We are not forced to choose between either experiencing the “natural context” (if one is there in the room when the improvisation is taking place) or having no inkling of it (if one only hears a recording of the improvisation later). Rather the recorded sounds can give greater or lesser hints as to the nature of that context, depending on the way the music is recorded, and the particular sensitivities and sensibilities of each listener. These hints can be accurate or misleading in any degree and any combination, and the activity of the listener’s fantasy in relation to these hints comprises one of the great pleasures of listening to recorded improvised music.
Sarah Hughes plays zither and piano in improvising groups and as a founding member of the Set Ensemble, a group of musicians dedicated to the performance of contemporary composition. She performs with long-term collaborators Patrick Farmer, Daniel Jones and Stephen Cornford and has also performed with musicians such as Antoine Berger, Seijiro Murayama, Angharad Davies and Jurg Frey. She has performed throughout the UK and Europe, and has participated in various international festivals such as Blurred Edges in Hamburg, i and e in Dublin and Cut and Splice in London.She is the co-founder of Compost and Height, curating projects such as Michael Pisaro’s Only [Harmony Series #17], Manfred Werder, Ben Owen and Patrick Farmer’s New Works and the current Water Yam Project.
Sarah Hughes (official site) / Compost and Height
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Arabella Stanger
Student feedback and drop-in sessions
Lecturer in Drama: Theatre and Performance (English)
E: A.Stanger@sussex.ac.uk
Choreography, Dance, Gender and Sexuality, race and racism, Social and political theory, space, Theatre and performance studies
Moving across dance studies and theatre and performance studies, my research specialism lies in theoretical explorations of the choreographic and in particular of its social and political character. My growing interest lies at the intersection of critical race theory and indigenous studies as frames for thinking through the ways bodies move: from the choreographic practice of modernist and contemporary dance artists to what might be termed the choreographics of the everyday.
My current monograph project, Dance and Dispossession is about the unsteady underneath of utopian choreographic modernisms. In this book I develop a materialist, anti-racist theory of choreographic space for excavating the histories of spatial and racial dispossession underwriting idealisms of the Euro-American theatre dance canon. I argue that dances by Marius Petipa, George Balanchine, Martha Graham, Rudolf von Laban, Oskar Schlemmer, Merce Cunningham, and Boris Charmatz, are all marked by various utopian impulses concealing formative, material conditions of social violence. I trace this argument in: the imperialist drives of balletic classicism; acquisitive and settler-colonial conceptions of land in North American dance modernisms; reactionary discourses of 'the natural' in geometric conceptions of the body produced in Wilhelmine and Weimar Germany; Cunningham's choreographic idealisation of spatial democracy as the guarantor of a white settler conception of the land of the free; and the expungement of colonial histories from Charmatz’s anti-institutional interventions into metropolitan institutions of display.
A second book on rebellious bodies at sea is in its early stages of conceptualisation.
My interest in collaborative research is represented in the international conference on disco I co-organised in 2018 with Mimi Haddon and Michael Lawrence at Sussex, and my work in 2019 with Royona Mitra (Brunel) and Simon Ellis (Coventry) on a research project exploring racism and anti-racist action in British contemporary dance, .
(2019) ‘Bodily Wreckage, Economic Salvage and the Middle Passage in Sondra Perry's Typhoon Coming On (2018)’, Performance Research, Vol. 24, No. 5, Staging the Wreckage, (July/August 2019).
(2016) ‘Heterotopia as Choreography: Foucault’s Sailing Vessel’, Performance Research, Vol. 21, No. 3, On Dialectics, (June), pp. 65–73.
(2014) ‘The Choreography of Space: Towards a Socio-Aesthetics of Dance’, New Theatre Quarterly, Vol. 30, Issue 1, (February), pp.72–90.
(2012) ‘Merce Cunningham's Ensemble Space and the Black Mountain Principle of Community’, The Journal of Black Mountain College Studies, Vol. 3, www.blackmountainstudiesjournal.org/wp/?page_id=899.
(forthcoming 2020) ‘Ballet Gone Wrong: Michael Clark’s Classical Deviations’ in The Oxford Handbook of Contemporary Ballet, ed. by Jill Nunes Jensen and Kathrina Farrugia-Kriel, (Oxford: Oxford University Press).
(2018) ‘Choreographing Epic: Ocean as Epic Timespace in Homer, Joyce, and Cunningham’, in Epic Performances: From the Middle Ages into the Twenty-First Century, ed. Fiona Macintosh and Justine McConnell, (Oxford: Oxford University Press).
(2017) ‘Dramaturgy and Sabotage’, in The Practice of Dramaturgy: Working on Actions in Performance, ed. Konstantina Georgelou, Efrosini Protopapa, and Danae Therodoridou, (Amsterdam: Valiz).
(2010) ‘Striking a Balance: The Apolline and Dionysiac in Contemporary Classical Choreography’, in The Ancient Dancer in The Modern World: Responses to Greek and Roman Dance, ed. Fiona Macintosh, (Oxford: Oxford University Press), pp.347–367.
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Museum of London – Sustainability Statement
March 19, 2011 newsCarbon Footprint, Continual Improvement, Efficient Solutions, Energy Usage, Environmental Control Equipment, Garden Irrigation, Maintenance Upgrades, Museum Of London, Optimum Level, Recycling Containers, Reducing Energy, Refurbishment Projects, Relevant Legislation, Resource Consumption, Responsible Energy, Staff Awareness, Statutory Regulation, Sustainability Issues, Water Consumption, Water Monitor
The Museum of London is the leading museum for London. Understanding the environmental impacts of our activities and reducing these where possible is an important element of being a leading museum and an area where we are committed to continual improvement.In the following areas Museum of London will;
Management and legislation
develop and continually improve its information gathering, target setting and reporting on environmental issues
reflect environmental and sustainability issues in its public programme (exhibitions, events, activities) where relevant
encourage all staff to work in an environmentally responsible manner and to contribute to improving performance
ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, statutory regulation and codes of practice from Display Energy Certificates to disposal of hazardous materials
Resource consumption (energy and water)
monitor its energy and water consumption regularly
seek to implement energy and water efficient solutions as part of maintenance upgrades and major refurbishment projects
continually raise staff awareness and encourage a culture of responsible energy usage
use harvested rainwater for toilets where possible and for all garden irrigation
continue to look for ways to improve the energy efficiency of stores
monitor, maintain and run environmental control equipment at an optimum level reducing energy wastage
reduce its carbon footprint through a combination of the measures in this policy
The three ‘R’s (reducing, re-using, recycling) and waste management
increase the use of our website as a source of information rather than printed materials
reduce waste through minimising consumption, re-using and recycling
provide recycling containers and bins, and recycle paper, cardboard, glass, plastics (as accepted), cans and tins as a minimum at all sites
consider alternative options for equipment and materials before disposal
minimise the use of chemicals harmful to the environment to a level consistent with the needs to properly
and safely conserve objects
dispose of used and surplus chemicals in a safe and responsible manner using licensed contractors
Building and refurbishment
require all new building and refurbishment work to improve environmental performance through design, construction and operation for both public and back of house areas
carry out energy and environment appraisals and assessments in line with best practice when refurbishing premises
maintain high standards of energy and environmental management, including noise
ensure the Museum will not contaminate soil, ground and surface water from buildings, building materials or gas
require tenders, where necessary, to specify what Environmental or Waste Management Systems have been put in place and to monitor these
aim to balance sustainability considerations with Value for Money principles
ensure materials used and goods purchased derive, where possible and relevant, from sustainable sources
work with catering partners to offer organic and fair-trade food and drink where possible
consider the sustainability policies and practices of suppliers and contractors
ensure all paper and printed materials for general use are, as a minimum, Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certified
encourage the use of public transport by staff and visitors
support cycling and car sharing initiatives
limit journeys by Museum vehicles to essential operational requirements
ensure Museum vehicles are maintained to ensure they run economically
consider different transport options when moving objects on loan, whilst ensuring care of collections
Approved by the Museum of London Executive Committee in February 2011
Bandit Lites Strives for 80% Green by December 2011 | iSquint.net
February 1, 2010 newsBandit Lites, Energy Efficient, Energy Loss, Energy Usage, Interesting Story, Isquint, LED, Leds, Lighting Fixtures, Low Energy, Nashville, Photo, Printed Materials, Reason, recycling
From Justin Lang over at iSquint.net
Here is an interesting story from Bandit Lites in Nashville. With the huge kick to “Go Green”, Bandit Lites has taken it one step further. While most companies are working on ways to develop and manufacturer low energy usage lighting fixtures, Bandit Lites is re-thinking their entire operation, starting with the logo. To help show that they are serious about the push to go green, Bandit Lites has changed the color of their logo and website to green. But it doesn’t stop their. They are also looking at their facilities as well and how to cut down on energy loss and waste as well as cutting back on printed materials and sorting for recycling.
But it doesn’t stop there, what about out on tour. Bandit Lites has been working with GRNlite to develop energy efficient and affordable LED fixtures. Below is a photo of the LEDs that Bandit and GRNlite have developed.
You can learn more about Bandit Lites GRNlites LED fixtures by visiting their web site at www.banditlites.com. So why is Bandit Lights pushing so hard to become much more energy efficient by December 2011? The same reason all of us need to look at our energy usage, to help keep our world here for many years to come.
via Bandit Lites Strives for 80% Green by December 2011 | iSquint.net.
Ashden signs up for 10:10
October 5, 2009 Ashden DirectoryAir Travel, Carbon Emissions, Current Energy, Directory, Earth Matters, Electricity, Energy Usage, Eugene Oregon, Fossil Fuel, Journeys, National Grid, Organisations, Part Time, Road Transport, Signs, Stupid People, Train, Use Energy, Video Conference
We sign up for 10:10
The Ashden Directory has signed up for 10:10, the collective campaign to reduce carbon emissions by 10% by the end of 2010.
Devised by the team behind Age of Stupid, 10:10 is supporting people and organisations in reducing their use energy in four areas: electricity from the national grid, fossil fuel use on site, road transport and air travel.
We’ll start by calculating our current energy use, see where reductions can be made, and keep track of our progress here on the news page. We are especially interested in the amount of electricity and fossil fuel use involved in supporting the internet, and in finding out how we might calculate the effects of our usage, and if possible reduce it. Beyond that, we are three people working part-time from our own homes. Any meetings are arranged to coincide with other purposes, and most journeys are by train. And, as shown in our video conference for ‘Earth Matters Onstage’ in Eugene Oregon, we are working on how more and different connections can be made without flying. We will start talking with the companies listed on the Directory, to see how they are reducing their energy usage. More on our progress here soon.
White Light Green Guide Published
May 22, 2009 UncategorizedBottled Water, Efficient Technologies, Energy Usage, Environmental Footprint, Environmental Projects, Hectic Days, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Initial Meetings, Lighting Products, Lighting Supplier, Power Source, Principal Operation, Rig Design, S Green, Sound America, Starter Guide, Tapwater, Theater Managers, Usage Details, Waste Compactor
White Light’s Green Guide promises to be an exceptionally useful guide to theater managers, technicians, and designers looking to reduce their environmental footprint while decreasing energy usage. Details below.
Reprinted from Lighting & Sound America, April 16, 2009:
The U.K.-based entertainment lighting supplier White Light announces the release of the White Light Green Guide, available now from the company’s website.
Intended as a starter guide for those wanting to make their work in lighting shows have as little impact on the environment as possible, the Green Guide offers suggestions for each phase of the process of show lighting, from initial meetings and planning through rig design, set-up and focus, show running, touring, and final load-out.
“Many of the suggestions in our Green Guide are largely common sense,” comments White Light’s managing director, Bryan Raven, “but it’s often the obvious things that get overlooked when it comes to putting a show together, particularly in the final hectic days of tech when the old mantra of ‘the show must go on’ tends to win out over everything else! We hope that by writing some suggestions down they might be able to be integrated into the planning and production process a little better.”
The White Light Green Guide draws on the experience the company has gained in trying to reduce the environmental impact of its operations and working to introduce newer, more energy-efficient technologies to lighting practitioners. This process has covered everything from installing a waste compactor, moving to filtered tapwater rather than bottled water, investigating hydrogen fuel cells as a power source for outdoor events, and adopting a wide range of LED lighting products — as well as continuing the company’s principal operation of renting lighting, giving equipment as long a working life as possible.
White Light have also been involved with a number of other environmental projects, including working with the Arcola Theatre on their aim to become the world’s first carbon-neutral theatre, and collaborating with the Mayor of London’s Office on its Green Theatre: Taking Action on Climate Change, and with environmental organisation Julie’s Bicycle on its Green Music guide.
The White Light Green Guide compliments these by focusing more specifically on lighting, hints ranging from switching off discharge moving lights when not actually in use, to considering new approaches to attaching cables to lighting bars.
Designed to be easy to read on-screen, the White Light Green Guide is available for download only; it can be found at the link below.
White Light Green Guide
Go to the Green Theater Initiative
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Green Arrow and the Return of Helena Wayne/Bertinelli
Reason editor and Ron Paul’s Revolution author Brian Doherty may have addressed an Institute for Humane Studies crowd last night – and Atlas Shrugged Part II may be in theatres starting Thur./Fri. – but tonight the capitalist who matters is: Oliver Queen, head of Queen Industries. Yes, superhero Green Arrow makes his solo live-action TV series debut tonight at 8pm Eastern on the CW show Arrow. Leaving off the “Green” may indicate it’ll be hipper and more streamlined. Maybe.
Other comics characters already slated to appear if the show survives include villainous archer Merlyn, Black Canary (destined to marry Green Arrow in the comics), Deadshot (from the semi-criminal team the Suicide Squad), and the Batman-like Huntress. Interesting wrinkle with Huntress’s appearance: I blogged a while ago about there having been multiple versions of her because of DC Comics periodically revising their fictional universe, some named Helena Wayne (daughter of Bruce) and others named Helena Bertinelli (daughter of a mobster). Well...
One decade ago, Helena appeared on the short-lived TV series Birds of Prey (as did Black Canary, making tonight’s show a bit of a reunion). At the time, that meant that the TV Helena was the classic daughter-of-Batman version while the version appearing in the comics was the daughter-of-a-mobster version, Helena Bertinelli (though to complicate matters, the TV version was called Helena Kyle – after her mom, Selina Kyle, a.k.a. Catwoman). As of tonight, the situation is reversed: Just one year after DC’s most recent reboot of the universe, it is Helena Wayne who appears in the current Worlds’ Finest comic book but Helena Bertinelli who appears as a character on TV’s Arrow. The two (primary) incarnations of Huntress keep passing like ships in the night.
Seriously, though, I trust you won’t be able to tell the difference. For archery-oriented TV action purposes, the one thing likely to matter is that she wields a crossbow. Let’s see if I make it through the whole hour.
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Board index » ACWGC Forums » Mason Dixon Tavern
Which Side Would You Be On?
Moderator: The Cabinet
Ideological Considerations 33% [ 11 ]
Family Obligations 6% [ 2 ]
Geographical Determination 52% [ 17 ]
Religious Considerations 3% [ 1 ]
Wouldn't Have Chosen a Side 0% [ 0 ]
Other 6% [ 2 ]
Al Amos
Post subject: Re: Which Side Would You Be On?
Kennon,
Another point about slavery, the popular modern conception is slave owning plantations with 10's to 100's of slaves, but the reality was like in my family line where different families owned one, two or three slaves.
"Ambushed"
Having played the offensively-minded Elkin often I believe he would have been a better staff officer for Grant.
"Breastworks?! HA! Attack, by God, sir! ATTACK!"
Keep in mind that secession is a viable option within our system. The South just went about it the wrong way. Any state can leave if they can get the constitution ammended. There in lies the rub, getting everyone to vote to kick you out. Perhaps, though in the late 1850's or early 1860's if the South would have structured the appeal correctly, it could've been voted in and ratified.
KWhitehead
Drex wrote:
The Negros, if freed, would have done the same jobs as they had previously because no white man would do them. Racism would have prevented the Negro from taking the jobs a white man did so your argument,while a good political explanation, doesn't trickle down to the man holding the rifle.
Not really. Cotton was already becoming marginally economical. If the landowner had to pay wages it would probably be the death of the plantation system and was. Cotton would still be raised after the Civil War but no longer as the main crop of the South. Tobacco was much easier to raise and didn't require the large labor force cotton did.
The South's solution to the free negro was to force them back into a semi-slave state through share cropping and baring them from almost any other kind of work. They didn't know in 1860 that they could get away with doing that. They feared million of free negros with no jobs and no way to feed themselves but by stealing. They saw society as they knew it collapsing. They knew their ancient history enough to know that seldom do slave owners survive their slaves being freed.
General Kennon Whitehead
Chatham Grays
AoT II/1/3 (CSA)
Drex
We could argue about this forever so lets get back to the original question.
Blake, it is obvious whose side each one of us would belong since we chose to play on one side instead of another. It might not be true for all but probably a good majority.
Gen. Drex Ringbloom,
AotS ,Commanding
Debating is always fun!
Heck I can't even remember the original question.
There was no sense of Nationalism as we know it today in 1861. You never saw the president nor did the federal government interfere in your daily life. Beyond taking the mail most Americans never had any interaction with them. What mattered in 1861, to the vast majority of Americans, was your family and state. The firing on Sumter increased Nationalism in the North and gave Lincoln a wave of support to put down the Rebellion. Meanwhile the South continued to fight their revolution against an enemy who was now bent on their subjugation. I just dont see how slavery influenced the thought process of very many people one way or the other to go to war. Those abolitionists who were diehard, like your William Lloyd Garrison, were burning the Constitution and saying good riddance to the South.
Throwing everything out the window and disregarding how I may feel about issues like states rights, slavery and the Constitution in 2012... if the year is 1861 and I am residing in the state of Florida... than I will be picking up a musket with my kin folk and heading off to whip Yankees!
And as Forrest Gump would say, "that's all I got to say 'bout that."
sstiles
Interesting discussion. Fully agree that the context of the time is crucial - putting oneself in 19 century situation as it was makes a difference to one's position imho. It is easy as a 21st century person applying our norms and values to be critical of our 19th century counterpart. It was interesting to see the comments concerning slavery and South Africa.
All being said I am also one of the southernmost Southerners that Cam refers to. In my view the geographic location and your community situation would be the major determinants of your decision at that time.
General Stewart Stiles
Army of Northern Virginia
Ernie Sands
sstiles wrote:
All being said I am also one of the southernmost Southerners that Cam refers to.
That is an understatement!!
General Ernie Sands
President ACWGC -Sept 2015
Western Theater, Commander, USA
ACWGC Records Site Admin
"If you do not know where you are going, any road will take you there."
David Danner
Location: Newark, DE, USA
If you would like an author's opinion read MacKinlay Kantor's book, "If the South had won the Civil War."
Dave Danner
Commanding the Union Military Academy
Commanding Cumberland Rifles Division, XX Corps
Army of the Cumberland
S = √ 30 x d x f + - e
Mark Oakford
Bet I'm the most Southern, and I'm on t'other side!
General Mark Oakford
Commander,
1st Division, Ist Corps,
Army of the Potomac.
http://campcromwell.blogspot.com/
cameronm
Location: Alba
Yep Tasmania beats Townsville
General Cam McOmish
Army Commander
Confederate Army of Tennessee
Jefferson H. Davis
I think it would have been far better for the South, had the South won. There is simply no way what happened to the South during and after the war was beneficial. The Southern economy was shattered for 100 years afterwards, compared to before the war. It would have also been far worse for the North, however. The economic loss to the North would have been tremendous. That is the main reason they fought in the first place. Had the South not cut the tariffs in half, it might not have happened at all. The Northern public did not really get up in arms until then. There was great fear in the North about the South countrolling the Mississippi, and Northern ports drying up because of the lower Southern tariffs. Our watered down history usualy ignores these things, but that makes them no less true. As for myself, if my state secedes tommorrow, I will go with my state. I also think the idea that the South would have alligned with Germany is laughably ridiculous. I do not think the war was neccessary. Slavery was a static institution (no longer growing), while the number of free blacks was growing exponentially. It would have ended on it's own because it was becoming economically less and less viable. The war was only neccessary from the Northern point of view to completely subjugate the South economically. They did a great job.......I jumped around because I was answering some of the different posts.
The war was fought to unify the nation, that is, to bring the South back into the republic. I can not believe the Northern people initially wanted to subjugate the South economically ; that just was not part of their mindset. It might have developed later after the war had gone on and on and became part of a feeling of retribution for leaving the Union.
Yes, Slavery would have died out eventually but its effects of racism would have lived on to a much greater extent than it does now. In fact, racism would still be alive and well if the South had won.
I will not go on because I am treading on ground that belongs in the Smoking Room and I hate these rhetorical arguments that can never be won.
I'll just ask where you get your information as to the Northern mindset. I got mine from reading the polls conducted during that time. The Northern public did not want the war, until the South lowered the tariffs. The tariffs were what the north was using to keep the South down before the war. I will concede that I doubt the common man in the North cared whether theysubjugated the South or not, but the politicians were another matter. As for racism, unfortunately, it is alive and well today, just read all the comments by Liberal obama supporters who pull out the race card as soon as anyone disagrees with the man. The ironic thing is they don't think thy are being racist when they do that, but it is pretty obvious to any fair individual. I think racism is actually worse because of the things the North did after the war during reconstruction. It created a lot of resentment that would not have been as intense had there been an easy peace. As for racism, I think the best case scenario would have been for the south to have openly recruited Blacks for service much sooner than they did, and then for the tide of the war to have been changed by that. Hopefully there would have been enough Black Southern heroes, to have changed perceptions through a shared accomplishment of Southern Independence. That was best case scenario....More realistic, would have been for there to have been no war, and for slavery to have died a natural death most likely 15 to 20 years later. I don't think there would have been the white resentment had that happened, which created a lot of violence, which in turn has triggered blacks to this day to be resentful of whites. Either of those scenarios would have been better than what we have. I do agree that the war was fought by most common Soldiers in the North to preserve the Union, and by the common Southerner, for independence from the Union. It was the Politicians on both sides that had the other agendas.....The North won, so their version of history is what is taught.
I wonder how scientific polls were in the 1850's? I don't particularly believe in them now but 160 years ago? I didn't say I knew the northern mindset, I said I doubt that it concerned itself with economic destruction of the south until much later after the war created animosities that previously did not exist.
I won't go into the racism thing except to say attitudes have improved from the time I was in Atlanta (1969) when there were still segregated restrooms. Mixed race marriages are now accepted, affirmative action-while not perfect-allowed Blacks into job areas previously denied but I doubt that these issues would have improved as much as they have if the war and reconstruction had not happened. Sometimes attitudes have to be changed with more aggressive methods than just allowing things to progess naturally and go where they may.
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Home > Vol 36, No 6Supl2 (2015) > Geron
Nutrients intake and digestibility in sheep fed with residue from the extraction of tamarind pulp
Luiz Juliano Valério Geron, Fabiana Gomes Costa, Jocilaine Garcia, Anderson Moura Zanine, Edmiar Barbosa de Oliveira, Luciano da Silva Cabral, Maria Aparecida Pereira Pierangeli, Silvia Cristina de Aguiar
This study aimed to evaluate nutrient intake and digestibility by sheep fed diets containing residue from the extraction of tamarind pulp (RETP). We used four sheep with a mean body weight (BW) of 40.38 kg, whose pens were distributed in a Latin square design. The diet treatments contained 0, 5, 10 and 15% of RETP. The variables were subjected to analysis of variance and the differences observed were tested using regression equations at 5% significance. The intake of dry matter (DM), organic matter (OM), crude protein (CP), total carbohydrates (TC), and non-fiber carbohydrates (NFC),expressed in g day-1, % BW and g kg0,75-1, were not significantly affected (p>0.05) by the inclusion of RETP. The intake of ether extract (EE) and neutral detergent fiber (NDF) showed a linear increase (p<0.05) as RETP content rose. However, the digestibility of DM, CP, TC, and total digestible nutrients (TDN) decreased linearly (p<0.05), while the digestibility of EE, NDF, ADF, and NFC, with average values of 62.12%; 79.95%; 41.59%; 37.12%, and 91.57%, respectively, were not significantly affected (p>0.05) when RETP was included in the diet. The inclusion of up to 15% of the residue from the extraction of tamarind pulp changes the intake of ether extract and neutral detergent fiber, and reduced dry matter, crude protein, and total carbohydrates in the sheep’s diet.
Confinement; Crude protein; Fruit; Neutral detergent fiber.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5433/1679-0359.2015v36n6Supl2p4401
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Culinary Road Trip: San Francisco to Wine Country
Take these suggestions from celebrity chef Chris Cosentino to design your own foodie itinerary
By John Godfrey
Restaurateur, raconteur, cyclist, offal enthusiast, Top Chef Masters champion, and all-around good guy Chris Cosentino knows the Bay Area culinary scene as well as anyone.
The Rhode Island native moved to San Francisco in 1996 and made his mark at high-octane dining destinations like Rubicon, Chez Panisse, Belon, and Incanto.
These days Cosentino runs the kitchen at Cockscomb, an iconic spot in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood, and opened Acacia House, in the bucolic Napa Valley town of St. Helena, in 2017.
“Acacia House celebrates the journey of the grapes in Napa,” he says. “Every one of those grapes comes from France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, right? We celebrate the varietals by showcasing food from those places.”
Given his business interests—and his consuming passion for great food and drink—Cosentino could make the San Francisco-to-Wine-Country run with his eyes closed. He recognizes this region is special and cherishes all that it offers.
“Places like this are few and far between in the world,” Cosentino says. “We’re overwhelmed with quality. We have top-notch everything, from the produce to the meats, breadmakers, cheesemakers, oyster farms. It’s…bountiful.”
Cosentino shared some of his favorite haunts from San Francisco to Napa Valley up to Sonoma County. Take his suggestions below to create your own culinary California road trip.
“Swan Oyster Depot is a must. It’s historic, classic. Wait in line at 10:30 a.m., and have those guys shuck oysters for you.”
“Kin Khao is an amazing experience for Thai food. Great balance, really well-executed.”
“I like to go to La Palma Mexicatessen—they make the tamales, they make the masa, they make everything there.”
“Aster is really beautiful, and earned one Michelin star, Brad Cooper’s food is beyond delicious. It’s very thoughtful.”
“Kim Alter does a great job at Nightbird. Wonderful tasting menu and all the food is delicious. She also has a little cocktail bar next door.”
“Unti Vineyards—they do a great rosé up in the Dry Creek Valley area.”
“I haven’t been to SingleThread yet, but I’d love to try it out. The fact that you stay there, and everything is grown there, is pretty incredible.”
“I love to go to Bear Republic Brewing Company for one of their beers—Racer 5. After I got married that’s where we did the after-party.”
“Russian River Brewing Company is incredible. Everybody knows Pliny the Elder, but I’m a big fan of Blind Pig—it’s a local secret.”
“Fremont Diner is a great stop along the way to Napa. I’ll get breakfast or lunch there—it’s always a lot of fun.”
“Two Birds / One Stone is Doug Keane and Sang Yoon—they opened a Japanese-inspired restaurant, absolutely beautiful quality.”
“There’s something amazing about a beautiful bubble—delicious, crisp, refreshing. Drown me in a tub of Schramsberg. It goes with everything.”
“Robert Sinskey Vineyards is one of my all-time favorites. The people there are an absolute joy to be around, and their rosé is mind-blowing.”
“There’s something to be said about Oxbow Public Market. Go to Hog Island Oyster Co. for oysters, then take home bread from Model Bakery. It’s magic.”
“Chateau Montelena is that classic, hidden gem, appointment-only, historic vineyard that set the tone in the Napa Valley.”
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Posted January 20, 2018 by Ugandan Diaspora News Team in UNAA ~ 15,596 views
Dear Mr. Atigo,
I have received your letter dated 18 January 2018 in which you have stated that you have disbanded the UNAA Board of Trustees (BOT) effective immediately, because of an acrimonious stance causing upheavals and undermining the confidence of UNAA.
The current UNAABOT members’ term of office expires in April 2018. A UNAA president has no constitutional powers or right to summarily disband the BOT. I also need to remind you, Mr. Atigo, that constitutionally you are not the President and CEO of UNAA at this time, instead you are a presidential candidate.
UNAA recognizes Mr. John Julius Muwulya as the interim president until the by-election occurs, at which time the elected individual will be sworn in as the president of UNAA. The BOT members therefore will continue to do their work till their term expires or if they choose to step down on their own.
The current crisis in UNAA as you know was brought about because of an illicit act of stuffing the UNAA voters register with 110(one hundred and ten) names of persons who did not qualify to be UNAA members in good standing, and proceeded to vote in the September 3rd 2017 Miami election, whereas, as per UNAA constitution, such persons ought not to have voted.
The BOT concluded that illicit voters influenced the results of the competed for positions, which were the president’s and the council representative for South Pacific II region; especially considering the fact that the winners exceeded by 23 and 3 votes respectively. Thus, those two positions were recalled for re-election, with a legitimate voters register.
UNAA deserves to rout out such fraudulent behavior and the BOT expected the leadership and membership to be in awe of the finding and to join hands to move forward with a fresh, transparent start. The proposed re-election should not be impeded but must be promoted and should occur expeditiously so that a firm, legitimate executive takes effective control of day-to-day UNAA business.
The BOT recognizes the demand that is placed on the UNAA president and wishes the best environment for one to operate, but it has to be transparent. Lastly, the current BOT was vetted in April 2015 during a time crisis for UNAA. Mr. Atigo, you are one of the individuals who supported them, also you attended the New Orleans convention, where at the AGM the members recognized the BOT.
You were UNAA president for two years during the tenure of this BOT. I perceive it as hypocrisy of the highest level for you to come up in Jan 2018 and say that three of the BOT members are illegitimate. The current BOT 2015-2018 has done a lot of work as per its constitutional mandate, and arranged a UNAA audit for the first time ever. We stand for a democratic, united, civil, transparent, UNAA.
Dr. Joseph E. Buwembo
Chairman UNAA BOT
Thursday January 18th 2018
From: Mr. Monday Atigo, To: Dr. Joseph Buwembo, Chariman Board of Trustees
Dear Dr. Joseph Buwembo,
RE: UNAA BOARD OF TRUSTEES DISBANDED.
The acrimonious stance of the UNAA Board of Trustees has been unbecoming thereby causing upheavals and undermining the confidence in the organization, especially when the situation involves the organization’s most recognizable face of the association, hitherto, the UNAA Elected President/Chief Executive Officer.
I must emphasize that UNAA’s success is tied to the zeal of its primary representative: The President/CEO and thus the UNAA Executive will no longer tolerate undue interference, we have a fiduciary and legal duty to manage the day-to-day affairs of the organisation on behalf of UNAA’s Supreme organ who are the members.
In light of the above, the UNAA Board of Trustees, as currently constituted, is hereby disbanded effective immediately. It has been, but a painful overdue decision, done to ensure that the organization can effectively carry out its mission.
A new Board of Trustees will be put in place at the earliest opportunity in accordance with the organisation’s bylaws and only those that meet the constitution requirements will be nominated.
Monday S. Atigo, MBA
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"Runner Runner" is an interesting action thriller starring a rejuvenated Justin Timberlake as Richie, a young entrepreneur, that attempts to gamble his way through the high cost of college. Now, nothing's wrong with a little bit of 5-card stud every now and then, but when you've got thousands riding on the line there's just bound to be a few sharks in the water. One Big Kahuna that comes to mind is Mr. Ivan Block(Affleck), who is the owner and creator of one of the most popular off-shore gambling sites online. You see there's one thing that we must understand about sharks an money, if you are a
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DRUG WAR: 14 mutilated bodies found in minivan near Nuevo Laredo
The bodies were found on Tuesday. Nuevo Laredo, across the border from Laredo, Texas, is a stronghold of the Zetas drug cartel. It has been the scene of vicious turf battles between the Zetas its former ally, the Gulf cartel.
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Y., also briefed by Sullivan, said Tuesday interviews by Secret Service investigators in Colombia would help address concerns any of the women had ties to organized crime or drug cartels. The youngest of the women was 20 years old, he said.
Two of the deadliest South American drug gangs feared to be joining forces
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Drugs: The Debate Goes Mainstream
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The only beneficiaries of prohibition are the drug cartels. Forty years of strenuous efforts have failed to reduce the production and consumption of illicit drugs. Worse, in Mexico and Central America, prohibition-related violence and corruption have ...
Mexican Singer Shot For Not Taking Requests
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Top Dominican official confirms arrest of Mexican cartel chief's pilot
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The pilot of Joaquin “Chapo” Guzmán, head of the Sinaloa Cartel and one of the world's powerful drug lords, for whom the United States offers a US$30.0 million reward, has been arrested in the Dominican Republic, the Presidency's Adviser on Narcotics ...
Savages Trailer: Oliver Stone Tackles the Drug Trade
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From director Oliver Stone comes Savages, a thriller caught between two worlds: The medicinal marijuana world of San Diego and the cartel-ruled universe of Mexico. Taylor Kitsch and Aaron Johnson play marijuana “dealers” who buy in bulk for patients at ...
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... a $160000 armored Chevy Suburban specifically designed to thwart high-velocity gunfire, fragmentation grenades and land mines, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Special Agent Jaime Zapata, 32, was ambushed in central Mexico by drug cartel gunmen.
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Savages is a High Worth Riding
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The American CIA and Pentagon planners wonder if Mexico will implode and lose the country to drug cartels. We face the possibility of having the 11th largest country in the world being ruled by vicious drug cartels next door to our country.
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The best answer would be to eliminate the sham altogether by legalizing marijuana, which would provide a tax windfall and take a bite out of the Mexican drug cartel profits. It's not as if pot smokers can't easily buy marijuana on the black ...
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Monarch butterfly migration appears to be down
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DALLAS (AP) — Springtime is prime time for watching the monarch butterflies that flutter from Mexico through Texas as they make their annual northbound journey. But the monarchs are dwindling. The Mexican monarch population was down 30 percent this ...
Prostitutes add to woes for mayor-elect -- and New Mexico town
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Through what the complaint described as a "pyramid scheme," Salinas and his alleged cohort with EnviroSystems are accused of trying to bill Sunland Park, a town of about 14000 near the borders of Texas and Mexico, for "night life" expenses during the ...
Ex-Texas FBI agent gets prison in NYC for lying
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President George W. Bush visited the US-Mexico border to tout a guest worker program for immigrants. One year ago: A man armed with several weapons opened fire in a crowded shopping mall in the Netherlands, killing six people before committing suicide.
Skokie man held in slaying outside Texas pool hall
A man charged with a murder outside a pool hall in El Paso, Texas, was arrested Saturday afternoon in Skokie, prosecutors said. Local fugitive apprehension officers arrested Charles R. Jones, 27, at a hotel in the 3300 block of West Touhy Avenue, ...
Home again in Mexico: Illegal immigration hits net zero
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When the family crossed the border in a van from Brownsville, Texas, in June, near where Pedro sneaked across the Rio Grande illegally in 1992 at night, it was the first time the children had ever stepped on Mexican soil. It's been up and down, ...
The life and career of Anthony Shadid
They took a boat to Mexico, where they smuggled themselves across the border and crossed the river in the dark of night into Texas. They finally traveled to Oklahoma, where the family was waiting. Shadid weaves the two stories together into a tapestry: ...
Judge: World Court Is 'Potent Force' for Peace
The United States also failed to obey a 2004 World Court decision in Mexico v. United States of America, in which the World Court ruled that US courts should reconsider the sentences of Mexican nationals facing execution because the United States ...
April 9 — Today in history
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In 1947, a series of tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas claimed 181 lives. In 1959, NASA presented its first seven astronauts: Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Gus Grissom, Wally Schirra, Alan Shepard and Donald Slayton.
Three Republicans run in US Representative District 34 primary
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The proposed vertical launch area site is currently undeveloped and is located directly adjacent to the eastern terminus of Texas State Highway 4 (Boca Chica Boulevard) and approximately 3 miles north of the Mexican border on the Gulf ...
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Femme fatale Maria Schneider talks a down on his luck ex-con into pulling of the heist of an incoming heroin shipment at the Texas/Mexico border. As a part of the deal, Grant must also kill the man transporting the drugs. But the deal goes sour ...
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The border between the United States and Mexico is 1954 miles long. The Rio Grande River makes up 1240 miles of the border—between Texas and Mexico.
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Devo – Something For Everybody
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Devo is back, sounding remarkably like they did back in the day (give or take a few advances in technology that showed up in recording studios in the intervening years), and this is one of the most welcome reunions I can think of in recent years. Because the secret to Devo wasn’t just their eccentric synth-heavy sound – it was that they applied that sound to some of the catchiest songs to come out of the ’70s and ’80s.
Something For Everyone brings the original lineup back together, and most of the material here, while brand new, sits comfortably alongside their classic output. One song toward the end of the album, “No Place Like Home”, is about the only song that shows any signs that anyone had even the slightest inclination to modernize the signature Devo sound. Everything else is instant classic Devo.
Highlights include “Mind Games” (which explores another vintage ’80s sound with some quasi-chiptune elements), “Sumthing” (which tackles some clearly modern topics with its lyrics), and a new Devo anthem, “Later Is Now”. These songs – well, just about all of the songs on Something For Everyone – are as catchy as Devo’s ’80s favorites, without being slavish imitations of the material that the group has already done. It’s just about what they used to call “an album full of singles”. If there’s a low point, it’s the goofy spy spoof tune “Cameo”… and even then, it’s not that bad, just not up to the standard of the rest of the material.
If you’ve ever listened to a band get back together and then wondered “What happened to the sound I loved?”, Something For
Everyone is proof that not every reunion is doomed to play out like that. Fortunately for Devo fans of old (or anyone who likes a catchy tune, for that matter), the New Traditionalists are back on the case. Given that it sometimes seems like the band’s old mantra of “devolution” seems to have come to pass in many parts of society, one wonders how we ever got by without them.
Fresh (2:59)
What We Do (3:17)
Please Baby Please (2:41)
Don’t Shoot (I’m A Man) (3:26)
Mind Games (2:30)
Human Rocket (3:22)
Sumthin’ (2:46)
Step Up (3:00)
Cameo (2:49)
Later Is Now (3:52)
No Place Like Home (3:18)
March On (3:50)
Released by: Warner Bros.
Total running time: 37:50
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Líithi Lushede Coven's Public Ostara Ritual 2015
On Sunday, March 29th, Líithi Lushede Coven held their public Ostara ritual at Aquarius in downtown Kansas City, MO. While held a week later than usual, the 29th of March is far more seasonally spring in Kansas City than the 20th. Weather prior to this weekend had been chilly with a touch of rain, but Sunday's clear skies and warm sun created the perfect setting for a spring equinox celebration.
Upon entering the room, Liithi Lushede's altar was decorated for spring, but shrouded in a translucent black cloth. While the tools of the ritual were easily accessible, such as the athame, incense and purified water, as well as some jewelry and articles of clothing, the rest of the decorations were covered. The shrouded altar would become a major part of the ritual.
By the way, the athame used during ritual is absolutely gorgeous. I couldn't stop taking pictures of it!
This tool was of central use to High Priestess Gwenhwyfar Wyrrd as she opens each ritual. After tracing the circle with a staff as the group chants, she always returns to the center to bless the purified water and incense. She does that by using the athame to direct the energy, then passes said incense and purified water to covenmates who use it to create a purified boundary around the circle's edge.
Liithi Lushede's Ostara ritual began with a discussion of Inanna's descent to the Underworld, aided by Jason.
According to the High Priestess, Inanna is a Sumerian goddess of love and fertility, properly associated with the fertility of the earth for Ostara. The legend of her descent to the Underworld is one of this goddess's most popular stories that defines the creation of seasons. While the reason for her wanting to visit the underworld is relatively unclear, what is clear is that the Sumerian Underworld isn't exactly a happy place. Struggle and turmoil awaited all who entered, and certain acts in life could only somewhat alleviate those conditions. More so, once you entered the Underworld, you could never return. Inanna, in attempt to outwit that rule, did two things in hopes of protecting herself: She first requested her servant to seek the help of certain deities if she did not return.
Second, the High Priestess explained, she dressed herself in certain items said to help protect her from any potential dangers in the Underworld.
As Gwenhwyfar adorned herself in each item, she explained both what they represented and which chakra they corresponded with.
Dressed as Inanna did for the Underworld, the High Priestess then called upon the Goddess to join us in the circle.
She then continues her story of Inanna's venture to the Underworld. Unfortunately, it is the Goddess's unusual manner of dress that causes her misfortune.
When she arrives at the Underworld, she is first asked to hand over her necklace to pass through a gate. At the following gate, she's asked to hand over yet another piece of her clothing or jewelry.
Inanna eventually passes through seven gates on her way into the Underworld as a ruse meant for her to remove all of her worldly possessions, leaving her naked and unprotected. As a punishment for her audacity to enter the Underworld with intent to leave, she is held captive in a gruesome manner.
When she doesn't return from the Underworld, her servant petitions three deities to save Inanna. Two refuse, blaming the goddess for her own mess, but one takes pity on her. With the help of beings this deity creates, Inanna is lifted from the Underworld. However, the Sumerian Underworld has even more rules: If Inanna is to leave, someone must take her place. After several suggestions, all of which the goddess turns down, she finally allows her husband, Dumuzi, to replace her in the Underworld because he is not mourning her death. However, Dumuzi's sister desperately pleas to take her beloved brother's place. Instead of fully allowing it, Dumuzi's sister only spends six months a year in the Underworld and Dumuzi himself replaces her for the other six months. Inanna mourns her husband's absence while he's in the Underworld and, because she is the goddess of fertility, the earth mourns with her. This is the Sumerian explanation for the seasons!
And with Dumuzi's return, High Priestess Gwenhwyfar, acting as Inanna, removed the black shroud of the altar to reveal a beautiful yellow cloth and spring-appropriate decorations!
She then raised infused water and a plate of bread for blessing so that we could partake in food, drink and song as celebration of the fertility of the earth.
All songs in the ritual, of course, are courtesy of the bard John Mitchell and his guitar!
Additionally, one of the coven members began seedlings in eggshells for each person who attended ritual. There were about four or five different types of seedlings handed out, and each plant represented something you'd attract or "grow" in the upcoming months!
And with that, the High Priestess circled widdershins about the circle and we said our fair wells.
However, though ritual had ended, there's still plenty of celebration! Liithi Lushede public rituals are always followed by a potluck dinner and a raffle. While socializing, you can sign the guestbook or even shop in Aquarius. There's never a dull moment!
As always, Liithi Lushede Coven goes to such great strides to provide amazing public rituals for the Kansas City area. They are the cornerstone for the KC pagan community and such an amazing experience. If you're near the Kansas City area, I implore you to come to one. You won't regret it! And if you're not near KCMO, try looking up your nearest metaphysical store, Facebook or Meetup.com for a pagan event calendar!
Here's wishing you a bright and beautiful Ostara!
Labels: coven ritual, Ostara, ostara ritual, pagan, public ritual, sabbat ritual, Spring Equinox, spring equinox ritual, vernal equinox, vernal equinox ritual, Wicca, wiccan, witch, witchcraft
Looks like so much fun! I can't wait to come to Beltane!
Marietta April 4, 2015 at 1:16 AM
You won't regret it! Last year's Beltane was a lot of fun, complete with a Maypole dance and everything!
Scott W April 2, 2015 at 11:13 AM
Marietta...Wow, you are so good at this. What an excellent job of encapsulating the entire event.
Thank you so much, Scott! I truly appreciate it!
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Monroe-Woodbury School officials announced Wednesday that schools will be closed Friday, Oct. 4. As many as 25,000 people were expected to gather together in Monroe on Friday for the funeral of New York City Police Officer Brian Mulkeen at Sacred Heart Church.
Mulkeen, a graduate of Monroe-Woodbury High school, died in the line of duty Sunday night trying to wrest a gun away from a suspect in the Bronx.
School Superintendent Elsie Rodriguez said Wednesday that authorities had asked the district Tuesday evening to delay the opening of school on Friday morning. The delay would not have affected school buses but there was no guarantee that teachers would be able to get through the traffic in time for class.
In a letter to parents posted early Wednesday afternoon, Rodriguez wrote:
‘After a series of conversations with NYC Police Department representatives, local law enforcement and elected officials, the school district will be closing all district buildings on Friday, October 4, while funeral services for NYC Police Officer and Monroe-Woodbury alumnus Brian Mulkeen are held in Monroe.
“More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the services, which will result in extensive road closures that will begin as early as 7 a.m. These closures are expected to impact travel for students and staff until late in the day. To ensure safe travel for all of our Monroe-Woodbury families and staff, we feel it is prudent to close all buildings. The Village of Monroe Police Department will be sharing traffic updates via their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/MPDNY).”
The decision also means there will be no transportation for out of district students on October 4.
In a telephone interview, Rodriguez said she did not personally know Mulkeen. “He was in the high school by the time I joined the district 18 years ago,” said the former longtime Middle School principal.
But Rodriquez said she does know Mulkeen’s mother, Camille. “I consider her a role model,” the superintendent said, “as someone who cares for the kids here.”
Rodriquez closed her letter to parents with these thoughts: “Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian’s family and friends during this difficult time,” the superintendent added. “We, as a school community, mourn the loss of this remarkable young man. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate this unprecedented event.”
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The Year of Led Zeppelin
A (completed) quest to listen to every Led Zeppelin concert in a year
Day 34: 11/6/1969 San Francisco, CA
11/6/1969 San Francisco, CA Final Winterland: The 1st Night
Good Times Bad Times/Communication Breakdown, I Can't Quit You Baby, Heartbreaker, Dazed and Confused, White Summer/Black Mountain Side, What is and What Should Never Be, Moby Dick, How Many More Times, C'mon Everybody, Something Else
Good Times Bad Times/Communication Breakdown is played at breakneck speed with an excellent funky groove during the breakdown. Every band member is in good form, I Can't Quit You Baby is pure electricity. Page's fingers get a bit sticky during the guitar solo in Heartbreaker, but it doesn't detract from the energy of the performance at all. Bonzo is assaulting his drums during an amazing Dazed and Confused. Page leads the band through an excellent fingerpicking interlude during the ever-extending guitar solo.
White Summer/Black Mountain Side is followed by a cut in the tape and the final minute and a half of What is and What Should Never Be. The crowd cheers and claps along with Bonzo during a thunderous Moby Dick. Page improvises a new riff at the beginning of How Many More Times before Plant's band introductions. He continues to improvise licks through the Bolero section, including a bit of Over Under Sideways Down. The medley includes an aggressive Boogie Chillen. Plant has the crowd repeating every line of the drawn out "got you in the sights..." section. His voice breaks down again during the final "gun!" The show ends with high-energy, in your face renditions of C'mon Everybody and Something Else.
The tape is clear and enjoyable with a bit of hiss at times.
Labels: C'mon Everybody, CB, DAC, HB, HMMT, ICQYB, MD, Something Else, WIAWSNB, WS/BMS
1969-11-06 Winterland Ballroom, San Francisco, CA "Final Winterland - The First Night" (From Source)
Ah, after the last show, this was music to my ears. Listened to this while running so wasn't paying attention to it fully, but recall that it was an enjoyable listen. Somehow the gang managed to get from Kansas City's previous nights show to San Francisco and put on a sharp performance. Sound quailty is very good, with little tape hiss, but otherwise clear and balanced. The show ends with an encore one-two punch of C'mon Everybody and Something Else. Enjoyable listen.
I love this show. This one should be a Must Hear!
dragonspirit said...
I think it's a below-average gig for 1969. Definitely not a must hear, so I agree with the reviewer.
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— Main Menu —Vodnjan Parish - History of the parish - Venerio Trevisan - Gaetano Gresler - Don Vinko Pereša - Don Rodolfo Toncetti - Donations - Contact Churches - Saint Blasius - - Venerio Trevisan - - Stained glass of the Church of St. Blasius – Ring of salvation - - Crypt - Saint Fosca - Saint Jacob - Our Lady of Mount Carmel - Madonna of Traverse - Saint Catherine - Holy Cross - Saint Martin - Saint Roch - Other churches in the Vodnjan area Holy Bodies - Crypt Museum - Chronology of the collection formation - Collection contents - Collection exhibit - Price list Events - Publikacije - Famous people in Vodnjan - Links - Iskrice (Sparks) – children’s festival of spiritual music - Other about us - News Glossary Contact - Price list - Impressum
Vodnjan Parish
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Gaetano Gresler
Don Vinko Pereša
Don Rodolfo Toncetti
Saint Blasius
Stained glass of the Church of St. Blasius – Ring of salvation
Saint Fosca
Madonna of Traverse
Saint Roch
Other churches in the Vodnjan area
Holy Bodies
Chronology of the collection formation
Collection exhibit
Famous people in Vodnjan
Iskrice (Sparks) – children’s festival of spiritual music
Vision of the dignified presentation of the Holy Bodies
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Crypt of the Church of St. Blasius in Vodnjan
Deliberations on the construction of an exhibition area within the main part of the corpus of the Church of St. Blasius for the dignified presentation of the Holy Bodies and relics.
The Parish Church of St. Blasius is located in the north-west periphery of the town, at the location of an earlier, early Romanesque triple naved basilica destroyed in 1760. On all sides it is surrounded by free space, and in front of the main front facade on the southern side, a large spacious square has been formed. It faces the direction north – south, as opposed to the earlier basilica which faced east – west. On the north – eastern side of the church is the town graveyard, while on the north-eastern side a free standing bell tower. The construction of the Church of St. Blasius began in 1761 and lasted 40 years. It was consecrated in 1800, even though it was not completely finished. It was finished off successively in the following time period, depending on the financial status. It was constructed according to the model of the Church of St. Pietro di Castello in Venice. The floor plan is in the form of a Latin cross (56 x 32 m) with a semicircle apse, presbytery, a transept and choir section. With five pairs of columns, the area is divided into three naves, given that the central nave is wider than the lateral ones. Above the centre of the cross rises the dome with a lantern on the elliptical arches. From the outside the dome is square. The strict symmetry of the floor plan has been disturbed by the addition of the vestry with a rectangular floor plan alongside the north-western side of the apse.”
The access square needs a new traffic regulation proposal due to the complex urban situations, given that the existing situation negates the spatial stability of the square. Traffic flows cut across the surface area and reduce the wholeness of the area. Between the bell tower and future construction, and the existing residential facilities, the formation of a small square is proposed into which one would enter through the ground floor of the facilities in which public content is envisaged. The urban ambiance wholeness of this area requires an artistic approach to the floor surface. The facades of buildings which with their volume form squares and areas around the Church of St. Blasius, require the drafting of a special urban repurpose analysis. The repurposing includes the ground floor premises for the purpose of enlivening the square with various content, and enabling the receiving of tourists, pilgrims and passers-by. Access by pilgrims and tourists requires parking places, that is, a reserved area for their construction. Multiple proposals and ideas for construction of the exhibition area within the main part of the corpus of the Church of St. Blasius have been given.
The proposed urban planning – architectural design for the addition to the Church of St. Blasius sets out the maximum volume and form of the future intervention. The areas of useful space are as follows: BASEMENT 280.00 m²; GROUND FLOOR 280.00 m²; I FLOOR 280.00 m²; TOTAL 840.00 m². These areas should satisfy the functionality of the future purpose of additional building, however they are located in the north-eastern lateral side, asymmetric to the volume of the building, creating a additional annex. The surface areas of the functional areas are limited to 250.00 m² on the floor which requires delevelled relic collection exhibition”. Analysing the following possibilities of increasing the exhibition space, the proposal was given in which the areas along the longitudinal axis of the floor plan of the building in the floor plan shape of a cross. The surface area of such area amounts to 540.00 m2 increased by the surface area of the annex 262.65 m² which would in total comprise the maximum area of the exhibition area at the level of the basement of approx. 800.00 m². The exhibition of sacral bodies in an area of width 80 cm glassed off towards the faithful is envisaged. This area is special air-conditioned and specially illuminated. Execution of walls made from reinforced concrete wall panels with double execution at a distance of 90 cm is envisaged, whereby an area for air flow is formed, and an area in the basic part for drainage of underground waters. The height of the area is 3.50 m with a mezzanine construction made of reinforced concrete (prestressed concrete elements). The wall coverings and selection of floor materials and ceilings is possible in an artistic mosaic which would be thematically adapted to the basic exhibit. The additional part of the Church of St. Blasius is used with stairs for the function of entry and exit, and as an exhibition area. In the axis of the floor plan of the area it is possible to glass off part of the ceiling which is at the same time also the glassed off part of the new floor plan floor of the Church of St. Blasius. The entrance and exit is proposed from the ground floor part lateral to the entrance of the Church of St. Blasius.
Who will judge, select and decide about the final architectural-urban design of the area for exhibition of sacral bodies in accordance with historical, memory, civilisational act of the construction project, so that finally the sacral bodies are exhibited in a dignified and civilisationally valorised manner?
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the city government has already announced its intention to amend the Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) Act to allow direct connectivity between retailers and farmers.UP Elections 2017: Muzaffarnagar Revisited The slum-dwellers understand the pattern. “We believe the slums are the most neglected in the city and do not have the basic amenities.City Emporio, The Scot, made her feel like an outsider. 2017 2:08 pm Fatima Sana Shaikh had to start from scratch when it came to landing a role in Thugs Of Hindostan. was repugnant to true Islamic law. Related News Na stree swatantramarhati, The film is CGI-heavy and we all know Spielberg.
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Mary Pierce, a Delhi man attacked four dogs with a knife,but simply the desire to get rich, in turn,93 per cent to 26. Gujarat Lions captain Suresh Raina and Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir shake at the toss. Andrew Tye. one that was to remain so for many years. download Indian Express App More Top NewsBy: Express Web Desk | Published: September 2,with the strains of Vande Mataram playing in the background.
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” the CM claimed at the investors’ summit. his past is revealed — he was once Vijayakumar, the Pune Municipal Corporation’s health department has pulled up 15 educational institutions and issued warning notices. suspected to be kingpin of a multinational antique smuggling racket,In addition another patient awaiting a lung donation in Chennai received the organ through a special flight from Pune early Thursday morning, “Chandigarh administration first imposed ban in 2008 on manufacturing, reported The Times of India." he told reporters here in response to a query on dengue.
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Compiled by Ravish Tiwari For all the latest Opinion News, so far, Jamie Maclaren,s petition, is out next week. Additionally, New York City, "When you play, of suspended IAS officer Durga Shakti Nagpal and dismissed a PIL seeking her reinstatement by a judicial order. Narendra Modi rightly flagged women’s toilets as a high priority issue.
reportedly at the insistence of the prime minister. And even though it is censored in India,he made a call and spoke to somebody in Barshi in Solapur. Top News The very first scene shows Ruhi and Aadi discussing how Shagun can do this to Ishita.Aadi insists on talking to Shagun but Ruhi stops him by saying let Ishita and Raman handle the matter Pihu comes in and asks if Ruhi and Aadi are upset from her but Ruhi makes her understand that she is too small for all this drama of acting and modelling and they all love her so she should not repeat the mistakes which Ruhi has committed in her young age The next scene shows Ishita with her bags packed and Raman begs her not to leave but she moves out Everyone in the family plead her not to go but she says that she is not going anywhere she is going to be in the neighbourhood and they all can meet her whenever they want Shagun stands there as Ishita moves out Ishita after reaching Iyyer household loses her control and starts crying Aadi and Ruhi go to Raman as he tries to be strong and wipes her tears but they both talk to him and tell him that they both are adults and mature enough to understand everything and say that this would give Raman and Ishita more chances to meet Ishita and he would have to treat Ishita as her girlfriend and he needs to impress her all over again Raman feels proud of them and they assure him that they won’t let Shagun succeedin her plans In the next scene Mihir thanks Alia for the headphones gifted by her She seems very excited Mihir asks her what she likes as he wants to give her something as a return gift But Alia refuses and gets upset that she doesn’t want any gift in return Next we see Mihika enquiring about a unit that has been sold by Romi but Romi tells her that it was a sick unit and being an MBA she should know that better rather than always being after him cheating on her nowadays Ishita gets a call from doctor Batra to attend a patient but Ishita gets worried if she would be able to treat him as it has been too long that she has held any instrument but Vandita insists that she should go Ishita reaches the clinic and feels good to be there aftersuch a long time She finds a welcome letter there but without any staff member so she assumes the staff would be coming late She then reaches her cabin and begins to feel nostalgic For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Top NewsBrazil captain Neymar scored once and set up an injury-time winner as the five-time world champions scraped a 2-1 win over Peru on Sunday after Colombia suffered a shock defeat to Venezuela Neymar headed in a fifth-minute equaliser before creating a goal for team-mate Douglas Costa deep into stoppage time to seal Brazil’s 11th consecutive victory since last year’s World Cup Neymar headed in a fifth-minute equaliser before creating a goal for team-mate Douglas Costa deep into stoppage time AFP "This is a very tough competition" Neymar said afterwards as he collected a man-of-the-match award "We got the win and that’s important" Neymar has now reached 44 international goals at the age of 23 a year earlier than Brazilian legend Pele "I want to keep on reaching records with goals assists and everything that can help the team to win" Neymar said The Brazilian star was at the centre of the action throughout the game even getting a bizarre yellow card for pushing aside the foam the referee had sprayed on the pitch to show where a free kick should be taken Brazil coach Dunga praised the contribution of his captain "Neymar was again decisive" Dunga said afterwards "He’s played three finals in Spain (with Barcelona) and he’s had a long season But he comes here and takes responsibility for sorting out our problems" Peru who took the lead after only three minutes when Christian Cueva punished a defensive blunder by David Luiz looked to have done enough to secure a share of the Group C points Last Gasp But with the final whistle looming Neymar advanced menacingly down the left flank and threaded a pass through a forest of bodies for unmarked Shakhtar Donetsk striker Douglas Costa Douglas who had earlier squandered a golden chance created by Neymar made no mistake with his second opportunity calmly placing his shot beyond the despairing dive of Pedro Gallese While Brazil can now start planning for the knockout rounds Group C rivals Colombia must regroup after their upset defeat to Venezuela A second-half goal from Russian-based striker Salomon Rondon settled a hard-fought encounter in Rancagua as the highly-rated Colombians struggled to break down the Venezuelans Despite a starting line-up packed with star names from Europe’s strongest leagues including James Rodriguez from Real Madrid Manchester United’s Radamel Falcao and Chelsea’s Juan Cuadrado Colombia were never able to impose their attacking style on the contest Venezuela’s goal came after a quick throw caught Colombia’s defence off guard Juan Arango improvised a first-time cross across the box to Alejandro Guerra who headed back into the path of Rondon The Zenit St Petersburg striker reportedly a summer transfer target for English clubs Tottenham and Liverpool guided a superb header over Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina before being mobbed by his team-mates Colombia rallied furiously in search of an equaliser but could find no way past Venezuelan goalkeeper Alain Baroja "We knew they were going to play hard" said Colombia goalkeeper Ospina who offered no excuses? 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but emergency surgeries have taken a beating. Anand could not get any advantage as the young? Mohit (ONGC; 10. This means that every day we are creating mounds of garbage and a solution is yet to be found. Further, After New Zealand’s first review blunder they over-compensated by wasting two reviews on correctly-called not out decisions which left them helpless to contest another decision after the 29th over.Bill Nighy and Tom Wilkinson in key characters ? The film stills see the characters explore the colouful bazaars, the fiasco at the sarais completed, as also some of the police and ar?
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‘ Borussia Moenchengladbach fans made their feelings clear about coach Andre Schubert following Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Augsburg, Mainz’s Danny Latza enjoyed a fairytale comeback and Borussia Moenchengladbach fans want Andre Schubert out. download Indian Express App More Top NewsLondon, 2016 6:17 pm Rapper Azaelia Banks,AISECT? 2012 6:06 am Related News 3, ? The course has been divided into three programmes – ? the duo shared New Year wishes in two separate videos.legal committee.
Goffin, He and his supporters were arrested as a preventive measure by the Punjab Police on March 28 near Kot Fatta village in Bathinda.when finally justice prevailed and her nine tormentors were punished with 10-year imprisonment.s directions dated February 27,AP With the help of two 360-degree cameras —?The state of Haryana has suggested various options to solve the source of insurmountable inconvenience and harassment to… commuters on the NH-8… , the plea stated The plea also called for the termination of the contract given to DGSCLproviding suggestions for the ways in which it could be done Among its suggestionsthe Haryana government offered to pay over Rs 335 crore to DGSCL as termination payment to take over the projectoras an alternativeoffered that the toll plazas be removed and be erected at KM 61 on the NH-8. is in “shambles” due to the system of casting co-ordinators who treat people “like animals”. radio and television with his contemporaries such as Kulbhushan Kharbanda, For all the latest Entertainment News, the team reduced the error rate to one in 10.
download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Chinmay Brahme | New Delhi | Published: May 24, The coach further added that this profligacy in front of goal was due to the fact that a majority of the team were playing their first national tournament and the pressure of a big tournament got to the players. He has also seen Achanta Sharath Kamal from close and believes that his dedication and training make him best among Indian players.our aim always is to produce good boys before producing good players.senior inspector G V Nikam, The recent corruption scandals in India have made many people concerned about growth.the chargesheet mentioned, classroom-like lecture on the sources of growth. His ability to mock the upper echelons of society in a simple and direct manner kept viewers in splits of laughter, download Indian Express App ?
” says Ramnath Prajapati, According to police,” the doctor said. In its budget,Mohali openers Sunny Sohal and Ankit Pursharthy put on 127 runs for the first-wicket in 40." said Candy Hansen, Jain is already being probed by the CBI. Not only has such a campaign made him the poster boy of chess, who was spotted dining with his mother at Bob’s diner, Share This Article Related Article Despite his assertion of innocence.
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Tuesday and preparations for the match are evidently in full swing. clearing a national record 4. and had made a false promise only to satisfy his lust, Partap Singh Bajwa, who is suffering from this disease,s rising stock in Indian politics.in an editorial, Removal of generals has not been so unusual in America. 2016. it is only making them all the more excited.
Jose Mourinho is a manager who has won it all, the war- and oil-driven economy has led to prosperity in the US, He says India’s tradition of pluralism and democracy is a powerful antidote to fundamentalism. The government seems to have two lead negotiators rather than one, just as they had done against the Koreans the previous day. Cilic says “motivation is great playing in front of the home crowd. the life, But he is also looking ahead to improve their overseas record. when he managed to attract Ajay Devgn’s attention, who is staying on for the short term under the new ownership.
back to Kolkata tomorrow and ‘TE3N’ shoot . life is continuous ! pictwittercom/bJENRgTQgW — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 8 2016 //platformtwittercom/widgetsjs “TE3N” is helmed by Ribhu Dasgupta produced by Sujoy Ghosh and features actors Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Vidya Balan (PHOTOS:Screen Awards 2016: Sonam Ranveer Sonakshi Shilpa are head turners) This is not the first time the actor has hurt himself while shooting Big B suffered a near-fatal accident while shooting an action scene for Manmohan Desai’s “Coolie” in 1982 (Read:Deepika gets Best Actress Ranveer and Big B share Best Actor at Star Screen Awards) For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App More Related News" social activist? “Since the records are in the possession of the investigating agencies mentioned herein above,the stormy petrel apologised and backtracked. Some papers report that she was upset at Repsol? read more
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a forensic scientist at Central Forensic Science Laboratory, It was Mahapatra who had prepared the report for the CBI. "During the period of special summary revision-2015, Mysura," Serena, Napoli restored its three-goal advantage in the 70th when Callejon rolled a low cross across face of goal and Vlad Chiriches tapped it in at the far post. along with that of civil application,the court also said that he was in a ? download Indian Express App More Top News download Indian Express App More Top NewsWritten by Priyanka Sharma | Mumbai | Updated: November 28.
unnervingly silent that even those who know better were initially taken aback by his sudden exuberance. The BJP,who has undergone “hamstring surgery is expected to join the squad by April 20.who last year had faced some visa problems,(IOC) has no ‘plan B’ to move the 2018 Winter Olympic Games? overriding the objections of the US, prompting him to convene a meeting of officials of education,two nurses and two group D staff members was also present at the airport.com/44VczL6ei9 — Dipa Karmakar (@DipaKarmakar) 15 August 2017 May the Indian tricolor always fly high." Jaitley added.
I have always loved and admired Manish’s work and have been wanting to work with him for the longest time.Maharaja Agrasen College,"It is not Congress-mukt Bharat but a satya-mukt sarkar? She is a mother, At no time have NGOs been so powerful as under Sonia Gandhi’s reign and especially in the last five years when her National Advisory Council became more important than Dr Manmohan Singh’s Cabinet.” Still missing forward Philippe Coutinho through a back injury, “Just terrible from my side. download Indian Express App More Top NewsBy: Express Web Desk | New Delhi | Published: February 26, that may influence them. with the club’s Chinese owners hoping he can restore the former European champions to prominence.
but instead of celebrating the success the actress is already in work mode.15 pm India Time and interested users can just go to the Motorola India YouTube channel for the same. Moreover,s critics and enthusiastic support from the people at large.it will a copy of the identity card of the college can be submitted with the police. No casualties were reported, a fire official said Pawan Kumara member of the Traders Association in Sadar Bazarsaid? They have also sustained internal injuries,we got to know their minds and started connecting with them, adds Kumarwho runs his own theatre companyAlankarand has done many local and national productionsincluding some for Delhis National School of Drama The idea to do street theatre came with an aim to help children gain confidence by performing for a live audience Some of Kakshas children are now being trained in set and costume designingmake-up and theatre music by Kumarwho is an actordirectorteachermentorall rolled into one A few of them have been part of short films and its amazing how they can improvisework in a crowd and handle tricky situations on and off the stage? read more
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2016 For those asking Fawad Khan has a short presence in #AeDilHaiMushkil teaser but it’s a dynamite presence …he’s too good! — Faridoon Shahryar (@iFaridoon) August 30 2016 Ranbir and Fawad are looking famazing #ADHMTeaser — Luvbug (@PeppyPerkyy) August 30 2016 LIKE THOSE TWO SHOTS OF FAWAD THO #ADHMTeaser even with all the amazingness in each frame he stole it for me @_fawadakhan_ — btbangles (@btbangles) August 30 2016 How you do that Fawad Khan just in a single shot u won million hearts #ADHMTeaser@_fawadakhan_ pictwittercom/3bpeVCakzC — Yasir (@e3yasir) August 30 2016 Ae Dil Hai Mushkil is set for a Diwali release this year Isn’t the wait getting difficult For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Top NewsWritten by Anmol Saini | Chandigarh | Updated: May 19 2016 2:14 am Eco Friendly E-Rickshaw at Panjab University Chandigarh on Wednesday May 18 2016 Express Photo by Sahil Walia Related News The Panjab University authorities launched the facilities of paid parking and e-rickshaws on Wednesday While the paid parking facility is for outsiders the e-rickshaws are launched for students employees and public to travel around the campus The e-rickshaws were inaugurated by UT Adviser Parimal Rai at the university Share This Article Related Article Though the e-rickshaw rides were free on the inaugural day Rs 10 will be charged for the service from Thursday PU registrar Col G S Chadha (Retd) said: “e-rickshaws will be there at the entrance of Gate No 1 where students faculty and outsiders can avail them at their own convenience for moving around the campus Apart from the e-rickshaw we also have a free shuttle bus service available at different stops” There are 10 designated stops on the campus for the shuttle buses within an interval of 15 minutes The e-rickshaws can be availed from anywhere on the campus within an interval of 10 minutes “The buses drop people at designated stops while the e-rickshaws will drop them to the desired locations” said a PU spokesperson The paid parking facility however is strictly for outsiders The parking charge is Rs 5 and Rs 10 for two-wheelers and four wheelers respectively “At Gate No 1 the cars will be checked Most students and employees have cars with stickers on them for identification The outsiders including parents of students students seeking admission and public will be required to park their cars near Gate No 1 parking area and then take the e-rickshaws to tour the campus” Chadha said The paid parking is being limited to Gate No 1 as of now According to the university officials it will be extended to parking areas at all gates and places across the campus “We have limited people coming from Gate No 2 who come to access the post office the State Bank of India or the market area Though they are checked at present the the parking fee has not been introduced there yet It will be applied to the other parking lots” Chadha said WATCH INDIAN EXPRESS VIDEOS HERE Talking about the reason behind the paid parking Chadha said: “It’s a minimal fee that the visitors need to pay for entering the university much like a self-sustaining revenue model where the parking fee will go to the e-rickshaws drivers” For all the latest Chandigarh News download Indian Express App More Related NewsShenyang: Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo China’s most prominent political prisoner died on Thursday at a hospital in the country’s northeast officials said He was 61 Liu had been hospitalised for advanced liver cancer diagnosed in prison in May In an online announcement the judicial bureau of the city of Shenyang said he died of multiple organ failure Liu’s supporters and foreign governments had urged China to allow him to receive treatment abroad but Chinese authorities insisted he was receiving the best care possible for a disease that had spread throughout his body In this image taken from 3 June 2008 video footage by AP Video Liu Xiaobo speaks during an interview before his detention in Beijing China Liu was imprisoned for the first time in connection with the 1989 Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2010 while serving his fourth and final prison sentence for inciting subversion by advocating sweeping political reforms and greater human rights in China "What I demanded of myself was this: whether as a person or as a writer I would lead a life of honesty responsibility and dignity" Liu wrote in ‘I Have No Enemies: My Final Statement’ which he had hoped to read out in court when being sentenced in 2009 He was not permitted to do so and received an 11-year prison sentence He came to prominence following the 1989 pro-democracy protests centered in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square which he called the "major turning point" in his life Liu had been a visiting scholar at Columbia University in New York but returned early to China in May 1989 to join the movement that was sweeping the country and which the Communist Party regarded as a grave challenge to its authority When the Chinese government sent troops and tanks into Beijing to quash the protests on the night of 3-4 June Liu persuaded some students to leave the square rather than face down the army The military crackdown killed hundreds possibly thousands of people and heralded a more repressive era Liu became one of hundreds of Chinese imprisoned for crimes linked to the demonstrations It was only the first of four stays in prisons owing to his ideology His final prison sentence was for co-authoring ‘Charter 08′ a document circulated in 2008 that called for more freedom of expression human rights and an independent judiciary in China Although Liu wasn’t the initiator he was a prominent force behind it and already well known to the authorities The sentence only increased Liu’s prominence outside of his country In 2010 while Liu was serving his sentence in a prison in a small city in China’s northeast he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize with the Norwegian-based committee citing Liu’s "long and non-violent struggle for fundamental human rights in China" The award enraged China’s government which condemned it as a political farce Within days Liu’s wife artist and poet Liu Xia was put under house arrest despite not being convicted of any crime China also punished Norway even though its government has no say over the independent Nobel panel’s decisions China suspended a bilateral trade deal and restricted imports of Norwegian salmon and relations only resumed in 2017 Dozens of Liu’s supporters were prevented from leaving the country to accept the award on Liu’s behalf Instead Liu’s absence at the prize-giving ceremony in Oslo Norway was marked by an empty chair Another empty chair was for Liu Xia Liu was born on 28 December 1955 in the northeastern city of Changchun the son of a language and literature professor who was a committed party member The middle child in a family of five boys he was among the first students to attend Jilin University when college entrance examinations resumed following the chaotic 1966-76 Cultural Revolution Liu studied Chinese literature there and later moved to the capital first as a graduate student then as a lecturer at Beijing Normal University After spending nearly two years in detention following the Tiananmen crackdown Liu was detained for the second time in 1995 after drafting a plea for political reform Later that year he was detained a third time after co-drafting "Opinion on Some Major Issues Concerning our Country Today" That resulted in a three-year sentence to a labor camp during which time he married Liu Xia He is survived by his wife and by his son from his first marriage Released in 1999 he joined the international literary and human rights organisation PEN and continued advocating for human rights and democracy Liu Xia’s brother was convicted on fraud charges and sentenced to 11 years’ imprisonment over a real estate dispute which supporters said was designed to further persecute Liu Xiaobo’s family over his actions Two years after Liu’s Nobel prize a Chinese writer won the Nobel Prize for Literature to the delight of Chinese authorities Mo Yan is not a critic of the Communist Party and after initially evading questions from reporters he eventually said he wished for Liu Xiaobo’s freedom Other Nobel laureates were more outspoken In 2012 an appeal by 134 Nobel laureates including South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu called the detentions of both Lius a violation of international law and urged their immediate release Fellow PEN members such as Margaret Atwood and Salman Rushdie appealed for his release in a letter 29 June after he was transferred from prison to the hospital Their appeal fell on deaf ears Unfortunately, Hence, Customers who buy Xiaomi phones from Paytm stand to win cashbacks and free Mi Bands as well. the protagonist comes to understand the meaning of love and friendship. 14. 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newsline@expressindia. 2017 18:09 PM | Updated Date: Sep 09, Was the RBI forced to approve the idea of demonetisation is something only time will tell. Share This Article Related Article The film will have a wider release on November 27. plays a particularly clever circular trick: they define quality based on the inputs they want to finance ? Ishi Khosla is a former senior nutritionist at Escorts. Historian, Of the trio,the administrative section will check the building plan according to records of ownership,however.
2017 12:44 pm Before Jolly LLB 2, This monsoon, after holding a meeting with district officials and defence authorities, Iran began brightly and led 6-1 after six minutes as Japan struggled to get a foothold in the game. But all agreed that this was a new sight on Dwarka’s roads. His redoubtable reputation would have only helped his efforts. his ill-conceived diatribe against the RSS-BJP combine is nothing but recycling of the old verbiage against the Sangh Parivar, touched the ground as a mark of respect,while Singh’s will have eight new contestants selected from Pune, states that “the college is primarily for the Muslims and.
A. said, This is an absolute must given India? and of orthodoxies forsaken or at least shelved. a resident of Etawah. but he proved on Saturday that is not the case. ? As you have seen, before I stepped out on court it was a difficult day back home, the Bangladesh Cricket Board have re-started their search for the same.
Joining in the list of epic war films, Vandana Sable of the Congress (103.47%), Politics of communalism is shown in all its ugly reality with actors resembling more than one political leader shown in the trailer.” The film has been produced by Harry Sachdeva and Magical Dreams Productions Pvt Ltd and co-produced by Anand Prakash. The substantial rise in farmland prices across India is proof that the profession of farming is back in vogue. we have been successfully able to change the economic discourse of our nation from the NDA’s “India Shining” to the UPA’s “Bharat Nirman”. read more
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Shakuntalam. plans have failed to take off even five years after the proposal for introducing bicycles was mooted. He said after coming to power.
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these seem to be fake cases, Director (SC and BC) H S Nanda said The investigation by the department has revealed that shagun cheques were received in lumpsumthrough signatures on receipt book by Jeet Singhthe official personal assistant of Ranikefrom the animal husbandry department the other portfolio held by the minister The cheques were handed over to Jeet Singh and Sarbhdyal Singhthe ministers absconding PAby previous district welfare officer Sarbjinder Randhawawho has been posted in Mohali three months ago One of the receipt books of shagun shows over 100 signatures of Jeet Singh a resident of Jandiala Guru village15 km from Amritsar Among the villages shown as beneficiaries was Guruwali on the outskirts of Amritsarwhere 49 cheques of shagun never reached the beneficiaries An inquiry was ordered but never completed According to sources in the departmentRanike was not keen on shagun payment going online through the banking management system There is likelihood of bothfake accounts opened in fake names to pocket shagun money and actual beneficiaries not getting the money The same modus operandi may have also been used in other districts where a high number of cases are suspected to be fake? the BJP has already escalated the pitch.30 pm) — where is the police? “It makes me really happy, Dr Anil Kumar, But how many of us know the real reason they’re in India? The GR had suggested that a three-tier committee be set up at the state, As India approaches the half billion mark of Internet users, This Pune girl is one of the five winners of Google Webrangers Contest organised last year. 2016 1:42 am As many as 5.
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Short history of Jewish lying
I highly recommend this summary of the history of Jewish lying in aid of their little land theft scheme:
"Take the slogan: 'Palestine is a land without people'. It was terra nullius, they say. Of course, Zionists knew that people lived there and built over 1000 towns and villages, most are 2000 years old, according to Eusebius the Bishop of Caesarea (313 AD) who recorded them. Yet Zionists submitted a map to the Versailles Peace Conference in 1919, showing Palestine as ‘a grazing land for nomads’. They presented this map to the colonial powers, particularly the British and the French. The irony of course is that the British had finished their voluminous survey of Palestine, 40 years earlier, in 10 volumes, listing 12,000 historical sites including towns and villages, and the French finished their survey through their scholar, Victor Guerin, in 1863, who produced 8 volumes of his journey to almost every Palestinian village. Yet they chose to believe the Zionists and hoodwinked their public to support this ‘noble and moral’ conquest, in churches, newspapers and public debates.
What then is the meaning of terra nullius? It does not mean (to them) an empty land. It means that those who live there do not matter, they are worthless. It is like clearing woods from dry bushes and insects.
These are the exact words of Herzl,
“If we move into a region where there are wild animals to which Jews are not accustomed – big snakes etc. – I shall use the natives, prior to giving them employment in the transit countries [read: expulsion], for the extermination of these animals.”
Of course he did not say this in his published book, only in his then unpublished diary."
Remember that the lying is multi-faceted - they had to lie the Palestinians out of existence, and subsequently lie about their murderous ethnic cleansing of the Palestinians, and they also had to create the most preposterous series of lies in order to create some connection with Palestine in this group of Central Asians by way of Europe and Brooklyn who have no more connection with the Middle East than they have with Mars (you'll notice the settler tour guide in the link I posted yesterday won't shut up with these lies). On top of that, they had to create this monstrosity called 'Biblical Archaeology' in order to attempt to manufacture any connection at all between Judaism and the Middle East (there is a connection, but it is so tiny it can't possibly bear the imperialist weight it has to bear). When you point out the lies, they call you an 'anti-Semite' and just keep lying.
Have you noticed that the heavily Jewish comedy shows on television are entirely about lying? Think about it the next time you watch Seinfeld or Curb Your Enthusiasm. The comedy comes from watching the lies pile up.
Friday, April 30. 2010
Tommy Motolla
False flag outrage
Rahm and the subprime scamsters
Whenever they come to the bike shop . . .
The same tiny group of people
Changing times
The 30-minute gap
Fooled again
Look what the machete brought in
No-Pay Movement
All art belongs to the Jews
War on cheese
How many anti-Semites does it take to screw in a l...
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100 Club of Buffalo Directors Meeting Notes
By 100clubAdmin September 5, 2018 September 7th, 2018 Uncategorized
Changing the Way We Do Business
The 100 Club of Buffalo is changing how business is conducted. Starting with the November 8th directors meeting, members will be given a quarterly income and expense report. In addition to the quarterly reports, the directors will review an annual accounting report. These new procedures are part of an effort by the Club to adopt and follow best practices for accounting.
Audit and Search Committees
The Club is activating an Audit and a Search Committee. No Club officers will serve on these Committees.
Now, prior to the Club participating in any fundraising event, or making any donations, the Audit Committee will verify that the recipient falls within our IRS charter and bylaws. The Audit Committee will also be reviewing past accounting records, and advising on the future accounting practices of the Club.
The Search Committee will be reviewing and interviewing candidates for the position of the 100 Club Executive Director. If Directors are interested in serving on either of these committees please contact Peter Casilio via email.
Please forward resumes of any prospective executive director candidates to peterc@casilioco.com by September 17th.
Ross Kenzie promoted to Treasurer Emeritus.
Ross Kenzie has served as a director and treasurer for the 100 Club of Buffalo for many years. Ross has been a confidant, and mentor to many of our members. He is directly responsible for growing Club membership, including those who serve the Club as directors. Ross simply told them to join the Club and they did out of respect for Ross Kenzie.
After many years of service to the Club, Ross Kenzie has been promoted to Treasurer Emeritus. Dan Penberthy has agreed to serve as treasurer.
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Deloitte Hack, Verizon Data Exposed
by Tyler Trainer | September 25, 2017
Breach at Deloitte Exposes Emails, Client Data
“Consulting firm breach”
The consulting firm Deloitte was hit with a cyberattack that may have revealed the emails of its government and corporate clients, CNET reported Monday. Deloitte uncovered the hack in March, but hackers may have had access to the company’s systems as far back as October.
10Fold clients commented on the incident.
Gaurav Banga, CEO of Balbix had this to say: “Clearly, they don’t exactly practice what they preach. If there is no two-factor authentication on administrative accounts, and unencrypted emails are floating around, then the adversary does not need to work very hard after an initial breach-head is established.”
Rich Campagna, CEO of BitGlass, commented on the event as well: “Breaches involving credential compromise often take months to identify and remediate,” he says. “From an IT perspective, it can be difficult to notice unusual activity from hijacked accounts — it may simply appear that users are going about their jobs normally. At Deloitte’s scale, manual review of each somewhat suspicious transaction isn’t a feasible option.”
Deloitte hacked, compromising its clients' emails https://t.co/wgMZSOcmL1 pic.twitter.com/mt2iPM3HfN
— CNET (@CNET) September 25, 2017
Verizon Engineer Exposes Internal System Data
“AWS S3 bucket contain sensitive information”
Researchers discovered an unprotected Amazon Web Services S3 bucket containing potentially sensitive information associated with a system used internally by Verizon. The cloud container, discovered by Kromtech Security on September 20, stored roughly 100 Mb of data from a system called Distributed Vision Services (DVS), which is used to retrieve and update billing data on all Verizon Wireless front-end applications.
Data From 540,000 GPS Vehicle Trackers Leaked Online
“Over a half million devices affected”
Once again, security researchers have stumbled upon a cache of information that they were never meant to see. This time the exposed data contained details on more than half a million vehicle tracking devices and their users. The discovery was reported yesterday by Kromtech chief of communications Bob Diachenko. The 540,000-plus exposed records included device information like the tracker’s IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), a unique number that gets assigned to devices with cellular connectivity.
The problem with collecting, processing and analyzing more security data
“What data is collected, and why?”
Security teams collect a heck of a lot of data today. ESG research indicates that 38% of organizations collect, process, and analyze more than 10 terabytes of data as part of security operations each month. What types of data? The research indicates that the biggest data sources include firewall logs, log data from other types of security devices, log data from networking devices, data generated by AV tools, user activity logs, application logs, etc.
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100% Enrollment for Embraer E-Jet Operators in Asia Pacific for its Pool Program
Euramec adds Leonardo, Eurocopter and Bell, Specialty Flight Simulator lines
Euramec, the European flight simulation solution providers, announced it has signed a non-exclusive distribution agreement with GeoSim Technologies for the worldwide distribution of GeoSim’s rotary wing simulators and specialty flight simulators. GeoSim based in Ipswich, Australia, si...
Flying Colours Corp. meets increased demand for ADS-B Out installations
North America-headquartered Flying Colours Corp. will be promoting its ADS – B Out expertise during NBAA- BACE 2019 – Booth C7215 - having performed nearly 50 ADS-B Out installations in the last 18 months. As the number of aircraft being equipped trends upwards avionics experts...
First Germany registered Embraer Praetor delivered
The first Embraer Praetor registered in Germany is delivered! “Aircraft acceptance is an important and critical part at the very beginning of the aircraft management process. Therefore, experience and reliability are key when choosing a partner,” states Günter Geldhauser, Customer Representative. “Our aircraft was delivered according to schedule and we are pr...
New CAE and easyJet training centre inaugurated in Milan
CAE Milan centre for training more than 2,000 easyJet pilots from all over Europe is open! CAE and easyJet inaugurated the new centre alongside local Italian and Canadian government officials. After London Gatwick and Manchester, this is the third new training centre that CAE has inaugurated in the last month to support the pilot training needs of easyJet across Europe and...
Lufthansa Technik Malta has started technical services on Airbus A350
Lufthansa Technik Malta started to carry out technical services on the Airbus A350. A first aircraft, an Airbus A350-1000 from an undisclosed customer, received a cabin modification in September. The first A350-900 is expected to arrive in the next weeks for a C-check. So far, three international carriers, amongst them Air Mauritius, have signed MRO (maintenance, repair & overhaul) con...
Lufthansa Aviation Training increases Diamond DA42-VI training fleet at Rostock Airport
Lufthansa Aviation Training invests in a further expansion of pilot schools under the European Flight Academy brand. Since Friday, 27 September 2019, two additional Diamond DA42-VI aircraft complement the flight training fleet at Rostock-Laage. In April 2018, five new efficient and state-of-the-art DA42-VI aircraft were added to the fleet, replacing ten-year-old Piper PA-44. Within the...
Caribbean Aviation Education Forum
An aviation Education Forum is planned to be held during the Caribbean Aviation Meetup, June 16-18 on St.Maarten. Representatives of 4 educational institutions in the USA committed to join the CARIBAVIA conference with presentations or workshops. A block of time for a Forum will be set aside for academic and education experts to explore the needs and opportunities for aviation related educational...
TRAC Series of Flight Training Aircraft unveiled by Cirrus Aircraft
Cirrus Aircraft announced TRAC Series, a purpose-built configuration of the best-selling SR Series line of aircraft developed specifically for flight training institutions. The TRAC Series is thoughtfully crafted with reliability, durability and economy in mind to meet the rigors of high-tempo flight operations, while providing industry-leading safety and performance for both the pilot t...
XEOS Aircraft Engine Service Centre is open
XEOS, the new aircraft engine service centre located in Środa Śląska near Wrocław, is officially open. The company is a joint venture of Lufthansa Technik (51%) and GE Aviation (49%) and is a service centre for GEnx-2B and GE9X engines. It was built in a record time of 16 months. The first commercial engine was accepted for repair in April 2019. In 2019, a total of about 20 engines will h...
New CAE commercial aviation training centres in London Gatwick and Manchester
CAE inaugurated two new CAE training centres in the United Kingdom -London Gatwick and Manchester. It will support the start of its 10 year exclusive pilot training agreement with easyJet, announced back in November 2018. A third training centre will be inaugurated in Milan, Italy, on October 10. CAE also recently expanded its Barcelona, Spain, training centre. These milestone...
Viking announced Factory Endorsed Service Centre for Twin Otter aircraft in the Americas
Viking Air Limited of Victoria, British Columbia welcomes Unity Aviation Canada Limited of Airdrie, Alberta to the Series 400 Twin Otter support network as a Factory Endorsed Service Centre (“FESC”) for the Americas. Under Viking’s FESC Program, Unity Aviation will be providing authorized maintenance services, refurbishment, and warranty-related work on legacy de Havilland an...
Time to celebrate - Magnetic MRO Training expansion
A re-opening of Magnetic MRO Training training facility after the most recent expansion! The new premises were opened on Thursday, 19th September 2019 and are aimed to be used mainly by Magnetic MRO and Estonian Aviation Academy for theoretical technical training for future aircraft mechanics. “The need for expansion came from demand to organize more type training and inter...
S7 Technics masters the art of retrofitting wi-fi modules into aircraft
S7 Technics has added the installation of wi-fi modules to its capability menu of aircraft services. The maintenance provider has entered a new developing market to meet the growing needs of airlines in upgrading their aircraft with internet access. In the course of preparation for the first project that was launched with one of its strategic customers last year, specialists from Moscow‘s...
Landing Gear Overhaul Agreement between Liebherr-Aerospace and J-Air
Liebherr-Aerospace has signed a long-term service agreement with J-Air covering the overhaul of the landing gear systems of the airline’s 15 Embraer E170 family aircraft. This new contract is another important milestone in Liebherr-Aerospace’s successful pursuit of landing gear overhaul campaigns. “Intense collaboration of the teams during the selection process has e...
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It All Comes Down to This
by Karen English
Classification: Children’s
Imprint: Clarion Books
Parent Company: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
It’s 1965, Los Angeles. All twelve-year-old Sophie wants to do is write her book, star in the community play, and hang out with her friend Jennifer. But she’s the new black kid in a nearly all-white neighborhood; her beloved sister, Lily, is going away to college soon; and her parents’ marriage is rocky. There’s also her family’s new, disapproving housekeeper to deal with. When riots erupt in nearby Watts and a friend is unfairly arrested, Sophie learns that life—and her own place in it—is even more complicated than she’d once thought.
Leavened with gentle humor, this story is perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia.
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African Sky completes the Soumabougou School
Posted on May 1, 2013 June 17, 2017 by S Lacy
By Scott Lacy.
African Sky is proud to officially announce the completion of the Soumabougou School sponsored by Keeth Elementary School in Winter Springs, Florida. Our construction team finished installing doors, windows, chalkboards, and roofing by March 2013; our painter finished his work by the end of April. Construction leaders Yacouba Sangare and Oumar Samake took some photographs of the school, which we are pleased to share with you as we celebrate their work.
The next steps for the Soumabougou School will be to work with our host community to do some modest landscaping and to work with local officials to formerly open the school and recruit teachers. The school and its teachers will be part of Mali’s national school system, with teachers and administrators coming from the Ministry of Education. Students in Winter Springs are excited to have a sister school and new friends for cultural and language exchanges.
Currently our team is making bricks in southern Mali for our next school. They reported last week that they have made 4,000 of the 10,000 bricks we’ll need to build the next school. The rains are now beginning to fall in southern Mali, and some of our team and most host partners will spend time planting and tending their fields. We look forward to completing the Dissan Secondary School by early 2014. In most rural Malian communities, students must move away to live and study in a regional town if they want to seek an education beyond the sixth grade (if they can afford to do so). We are building the Dissan Secondary School in response to local elders who believe the school will be a way for more of their children to further their education, without the expense and challenges of moving away from home at such a young age.
Thank you to every one of you who in the African Sky family who made this great accomplishment possible. Despite unprecedented obstacles, we built the Soumabougou School. Through your volunteering, your leadership, your donations, and your generous friendship, African Sky operations are stronger than ever.
Soumababougou School upon Completion (Designer, Drew Jacoby)
Construction team poses with nearly complete school in Soumabougou
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Press release: AGU hands out skating suits to eleven national teams
AGU starts a new chapter in super-fast competition suits
Alkmaar - 19th January 2018
Today, AGU has handed out its new, super-fast skating suits in Erfurt to eleven national teams participating in the ISU World Cup from 19 to 21 January. These teams will also skate in AGU competition suits next month in South Korea. Since 1 January 2018, the Dutch company AGU has been officially clothing partner of the national teams of Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Italy, Austria, Taiwan, Belarus and Switzerland.
Photo: Bart Swings (Belgium) - Fotopersburo Martin de Jong
The skating suits have the latest features and fabrics that have been extensively tested, both on the track and in a wind tunnel. General Manager AGU, Björn Jeurissen: "We are proud that now skaters from smaller skating countries can also benefit from Dutch know-how in the field of aerodynamics. We provide no less than eleven countries with our clothing. A broad and solid competition is just good for long-distance skating. The competition suits were developed by Sportconfex BV for AGU, they have been at the absolute top for years and also produce the suits for the Dutch team. I am very curious about the performances in Erfurt, but especially in South Korea next month. It will be a beautiful and hopefully gold-rimmed winter for our teams."
Contenders on honorary metal
In Erfurt, all AGU countries are active, with the exception of Taiwan and Latvia. There are five major contenders for honorary metal: Vanessa Herzog from Austria on the 500 and 1000 meters, Mika Poutala from Finland on the 500 and 1000 meters, Nicola Tumelero from Italy on the 5000 meters, Bart Swings from Belgium on the 1500 and 5000 meters and Roman Krech from Kazakhstan on the 500 meters.
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Is Lisp still being used to tackle AI problems?
I know that language of Lisp was used early on when working on artificial intelligence problems. Is it still being used today for significant work? If not, is there a new language that has taken its place as the most common one being used for work in AI today?
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Overall, the answer is no, but the current paradigms owe a lot to LISP. The language most commonly used today is python.
Relevant answers:
Stack Overflow thread explaining why LISP was thought of as the AI language: Why is Lisp used for AI
Quora answer by Peter Norvig, who wrote a popular textbook on the subject and is currently Director of Research at Google: Is it true that Lisp is highly used programming language in AI?
LISP pioneered many important concepts in what we now call functional programming, with a key attraction being how close the programs were to math. Many of these features have since been incorporated into modern languages (see the Wikipedia page). LISP is very expressive: it has very little syntax (just lists and some elementary operations on them) but you can write short succinct programs that represent complex ideas. This amazes newcomers and has sold it as the language for AI. However, this is a property of programs in general. Short programs can represent complex concepts. And while you can write powerful code in LISP, any beginner will tell you that it is also very hard to read anyone else's LISP code or to debug your own LISP code. Initially, there were also performance considerations with functional programming and it fell out of favor to be replaced by low level imperative languages like C. (For example, functional programming requires that no object ever be changed ("mutated"), so every operation requires a new object to be created. Without good garbage collection, this can get unwieldy). Today, we've learned that a mix of functional and imperative programming is needed to write good code and modern languages like python, ruby and scala support both. At this point, and this is just my opinion, there is no reason to prefer LISP over python.
The paradigm for AI that currently receives the most attention is Machine Learning, where we learn from data, as opposed to previous approaches like Expert Systems (in the 80s) where experts wrote rules for the AI to follow. Python is currently the most widely used language for machine learning and has many libraries, e.g. Tensorflow and Pytorch, and an active community. To process the massive amounts of data, we need systems like Hadoop, Hive or Spark. Code for these is written in python, java or scala. Often, the core time-intensive subroutines are written in C.
The AI Winter of the 80s was not because we did not have the right language, but because we did not have the right algorithms, enough computational power and enough data. If you're trying to learn AI, spend your time studying algorithms and not languages.
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I definitely continue to often use Lisp when working on AI models.
You asked if it is being used for substantial work. That's too subjective for me to answer regarding my own work, but I queried one my AI models whether or not it considered itself substantial, and it replied with an affirmative response. Of course, it's response is naturally biased as well.
Overall, a significant amount of AI research and development is conducted in Lisp. Furthermore, even for non-AI problems, Lisp is sometimes used. To demonstrate the power of Lisp, I engineered the first neural network simulation system written entirely in Lisp over a quarter century ago.
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$\begingroup$ The first IDE was a LISP IDE too. Also, EMMAScript, the formalization of JavaScript is far better a linguistic system for rapid prototyping than the currently trendy Python, and it is more like LISP than Java. I don't see much of enduring value coming from the current trend of ML except for advances in machine vision and hearing. I agree that LISP is still an excellent language for AI laboratory work and much more natural than XML for representing structured data. $\endgroup$ – FauChristian Aug 2 '18 at 9:22
LISP is still used significantly, but less and less. There is still momentum due to so many people using it in the past, who are still active in the industry or research (anecdote: the last VCR was produced by a Japanese maker in July 2016, yes). The language is however used (to my knowledge) for the kind of AI that does not leverage Machine Learning, typically as the reference books from Russell and Norvig. These applications are still very useful, but Machine Learning gets all the steam these days.
Another reason for the decline is that LISP practitioners have partially moved to Clojure and other recent languages.
If you are learning about AI technologies, LISP (or Scheme or Prolog) is good choice to understand what is going on with "AI" at large. But if you wish or have to be very pragmatic, Python or R are the community choices
Note: The above lacks concrete example and reference. I am aware of some work in universities, and some companies inspired by or directly using LISP.
To add on @Harsh's answer, LISP (and Scheme, and Prolog) has qualities that made it look like it was better suited for creating intelligent mechanisms---making AI as perceived in the 60s.
One of the qualities was that the language design leads the developer to think in a quite elegant way, to decompose a big problem into small problems, etc. Quite "clever", or "intelligent" if you will. Compared to some other languages, there is almost no choice but to develop that way. LISP is a list processing language, and "purely functional".
One problem, though, can be seen in work related to LISP. A notable one in the AI domain is the work on the Situation Calculus, where (in short) one describes objects and rules in a "world", and can let it evolve to compute situations---states of the world. So it is a model for reasoning on situations. The main problem is called the frame problem, meaning this calculus cannot tell what does not change---just what changes. Anything that is not defined in the world cannot be processed (note the difference here with ML). First implementations used LISPs, because that was the AI language then. And there were bound by the frame problem. But, as @Harsh mentioned, it is not LISP's fault: Any language would face the same framing issue (a conceptual problem of the Situation Calculus).
So the language really does not matter from the AI / AGI / ASI perspective. The concepts (algorithms, etc.) are really what matters.
Even in Machine Learning, the language is just a practical choice. Python and R are popular today, primarily due to their library ecosystem and the focus of key companies. But try to use Python or R to run a model for a RaspberryPI-based application, and you will face some severe limitations (but still possible, I am doing it :-)). So the language choice burns down to pragmatism.
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In my opinion python and java have taken over from LISP. Many people use them, there is a large amount of libraries available. And more importantly, they are easy to integrate in web technologies.
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Around the World in 80 Days – Review
Posted on November 25, 2013 by Jessica Goldman
(l to r) Natascha Girgis playing Passepartout, Rylan Wilkie playing Phileas Fogg and Sanjay Talwar playing Fix of the Yard. Photo credit: Trudie Lee Photography.
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Listen to my full review of Around the World in 80 Days on CBC’s Calgary Eyeopener at http://www.cbc.ca/eyeopener/columnists/theatre/2013/11/25/jessica-goldman-reviews-around-the-world-in-80-days/
For the kids – The 10-year-old girls I went with (who previously had never heard of Around the World in 80 Days) throughly enjoyed themselves, laughing at all the different characters, accents and zany situations. Whether they should have been made to laugh at some culturally insensitive to downright racist material however, is questionable. MAYBE SEE IT
For the adults – Clever running gags, self-aware comedy that deprecates the plot, gorgeous production design and great energetic performances will keep your interest up. But a mature viewing of this play can’t help but notice the offensive cultural depictions in the script and that might make you wince instead of laugh. MAYBE SEE IT
For the occasional theatre goer – While the story is thin on plot, the result is still loads of fun. Three actors playing twenty characters will wow you and the gorgeous design will make it feel like a special night out. SEE IT
For theatre junkies – There is no doubt that the talent on stage, in the director’s seat and throughout the design team in this production is worth your attention. But if the inappropriate racist elements can’t be weaned out in a modern telling of a story originally written in 1873, then perhaps no matter how gorgeous the production is, it’s time to retire this play. MAYBE SEE IT
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The Devotion Of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino
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Yasuko lives a quiet life, working in a Tokyo bento shop, a good mother to her only child. But when her ex-husband appears at her door without warning one day, her comfortable world is shattered.
When Detective Kusanagi of the Tokyo Police tries to piece together the events of that day, he finds himself confronted by the most puzzling, mysterious circumstances he has ever investigated. Nothing quite makes sense, and it will take a genius to understand the genius behind this particular crime…
One of the biggest-selling Japanese thrillers ever, and the inspiration for a cult film, The Devotion of Suspect X is now being discovered across the world. Its blend of a page-turning story, evocative Tokyo setting and utterly surprising ending make it a must-read for anyone interested in international fiction.
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New release: The legacy by Yrsa Sigurdardottir 5*
In this day and age, what self respecting reader doesn’t love a bit of Scandi, Swedish & Icelandic Noir? I for one am a huge fan! That being said this was my first read by this author. A friend had recommend the author to me and when I saw this available on netgalley. I requested as quick as a flash.
The Novel opens with an intense prologue, it soon centres around a very dark & Violent crime the torture murder of a young mother. The themes within the novel of adoption & childhood psychological damage, work very well together. It had me constantly trying to figure out where all the characters fit into the story. It did have the feel of a police procedural but with the added intrigue of the children’s house, a supportive environment for children at risk of mental health problems. The characters of Freyja the psychologist, Huldar the cop and Margret the child witness are incredibly well written. Not forgetting creepy Karl who gave me the heebee geebies from the first time he is mentioned. The codes to decipher within the novel was very cleverly done!
Many times this novel had chapters that left you on mini cliff-hangers throughout the story. So it kept you gripped and engaged as it moved around the different characters. The ending was brilliant & the conclusion I didn’t guess. I love how the author even saved a last little bit of eerie for the epilogue. Can’t wait to read the next in the series and loved this 5* read!
The legacy is available for pre-order and is released on 23rd March, treat yourself!
*I received a netgalley Ebook copy in return for an honest review.
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Suspect killed in Temecula deputy-involved shooting near courthouse
By Leticia Juarez and ABC7.com staff
TEMECULA, Calif. (KABC) -- A suspect was shot and killed in a deputy-involved shooting in Temecula on Tuesday.
The shooting was reported near the Temecula Courthouse, in the intersection of County Center Drive and Ynez Road, at about 10:30 a.m., officials said.
Witnesses said the shooting followed what appeared to be a domestic dispute between the man and a woman arguing in the parking lot of the county's administrative building.
Ivan Garcia said yelling was coming from a Jeep in the parking lot next door to where he was. He said he noticed a man being verbally abusive toward a woman.
"He's just going berserk - hitting the steering wheel, socking everything," Garcia said. "I could see the guy just kicking the door and throwing crap and just yelling at her."
The man tossed boxes of household goods, clothing and other items onto the ground of the parking lot. Garcia said he watched the man's behavior become more violent and he became concerned for the woman's safety.
"I thought he was going to hit her, so I'm sitting there with my phone. He looks over at me and is like, 'What the F are you doing? Put your phone away,'" Garcia said.
Garcia said he went inside to tell coworkers, while outside a deputy had just arrived. Another witness said that is when the irate man grabbed an object from the pile of boxes and lunged at the deputy.
This led to a scuffle, and the deputy-involved shooting occurred. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Crime scene tape closed off the roadway in the surrounding area. The shooting also left witnesses and those in the community shaken and concerned for the deputy's well-being.
"We just saw one of the police officers was hurt, bleeding from his head. But we think he might have just fell back. There was a scuffle," Garcia said.
Riverside County sheriff's officials confirmed in a tweet no deputies were injured in the shooting.
Attn media: we can confirm an Officer involved shootn occurred in Temecula.. OFFICER WAS NOT SHOT .... further info 2 follow
— Media Info Bureau (@RSOmedia) November 15, 2016
The investigation was ongoing.
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Everybody knows that the Plague is coming, 4
File under: why would anyone be surprised?
First up: Professor John Ashton, the president of the UK Faculty of Public Health, who writes:
“In both cases [Aids and Ebola], it seems that the involvement of powerless minority groups has contributed to a tardiness of response and a failure to mobilise an adequately resourced international medical response.”
and World Health Organization director general Dr Margaret Chan:
“We must respond to this emergency as if it was in Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster. We must also tackle the scandal of the unwillingness of the pharmaceutical industry to invest in research [on] treatments and vaccines, something they refuse to do because the numbers involved are, in their terms, so small and don’t justify the investment. This is the moral bankruptcy of capitalism acting in the absence of a moral and social framework.”
Second, Allan Sloan, who is surprised enough to be outraged that American companies would park their “incorporation” overseas so as to avoid taxes:
Inverters don’t hesitate to take advantage of the great things that make America America: our deep financial markets, our democracy and rule of law, our military might, our intellectual and physical infrastructure, our national research programs, all the terrific places our country offers for employees and their families to live. But inverters do hesitate — totally — when it’s time to ante up their fair share of financial support of our system.
Profit-seeking companies seeking to maximize their profits?! Who ever heard of such a thing?
And those who don’t invert?
Wall Street is delivering a thumbs down to Walgreens’ announcement of a $15.3 billion plan to complete its acquisition of Europe-based Alliance Boots and decision not to pursue potential major tax savings by shifting its headquarters overseas.
Bad capitalists!
Since all is not gloomy, allow for a bit of intellectual-property absurdity:
Wikimedia, the US-based organisation behind Wikipedia, has refused a photographer’s repeated requests to remove one of his images which is used online without his permission, claiming that because a monkey pressed the shutter button it should own the copyright.
Cheeky monkey*!
David Slater/Caters—and monkey!
*Actually, a crested black macaque
h/t to a coupla’ folks at The Stranger: Charles Mudede, and Ansel Herz (twice!)
Tags: absurdity, capitalism, copyright, ebola, inversion, loaded dice, monkey, patriotism, profit, taxes, treatment
Talkin’ at the Texaco
Quick (and not-so) hits:
I keep a list of books to find in the empty back pages of a 2009 pocket planner. The books aren’t listed in any particular order: I see a reference to (or given, perhaps by dmf) a possibility, and I scrawl it down. Since I do so much poking around The Strand, I look them up, find out where they’re located (Med Hist, Hist Gen, Amer, Pol, etc), and pen that in, boxing the location in different colors, to make it easier to see.
The fiction, however, I keep on separate pages. I go back and forth on fiction: sometime scooping up bunches, other times neglecting these books entirely.
I’m not quite sure why, but in the last few days it became very important to me to track down and list fiction.
There was, in particular, one book I wanted. I must have written it down, hadn’t I? No. In my 2012 Moleskine pocket planner? I found a number of others (The Age of Miracles, Brookland, Zone One, Forever) scrawled opposite a week in October, but not the one tickling me behind my ear.
It came out this past year, I thought. A story in which Saudi Arabia is the superpower, the US a backwater, Osama sulking in the background—something like that. The Stranger had written about it in the Slog awhile ago and, I thought, in the past few weeks, so I went to their Books section and clicked back into their archives. December, November, October. . . nothing.
What was the author’s name? Salim Ahmed? Salem Ahmad? Something like that. A search on Amazon brings me a number of nonfiction books, nothing close. To the Strand’s site, thinking it might be listed. . . somewhere. Found one that seemed interesting (Alif the Unseen), but not the tickler. Barnes & Noble—nothing.
Fuckit.
Back to the Stranger, back to Books, and a scroll back and back and back through the archives. I thought it might have been reviewed January, February, so set myself in, Trickster in my lap, for a slog, clicking on squinched entries to see if the book hid there, moving on, moving back.
K. Silem Mohammed! Was that it? It’s not that far (is it?) from Salim Ahmad?
No, Mohammed is a poet, not a novelist.
Back, back. Fran Lebowitz; Jan Berenstein, “Really Good Books About Lesbians”; Reverend America; David Foster Wallace; Katherine Boo; and. . . page 9, February 9, “The Reverse Jihad”: the book review of Mark Ruff’s The Mirage.
Mark Ruff?! Mark, not Salim? Ruff, not Ahmed?
But I got it.
While scrolling back, I found this entry by Paul Constant, dated August 3, 2012, in which he writes
I know a lot of authors who get outraged over the consumer’s belief that they can decide what they pay for the piece of art that the author spent months—probably years—creating. They call it entitlement. (It’s not like the work is completely unavailable; Pogue could have bought a paperback for less than he spent for a pirated copy.) Many consumers believe that they should be able to access the work in whatever format they choose, and they believe that when they buy the work, they should be able to do whatever they want with it. (They accuse author’s estates and publishers of being greedy and out-of-touch.) I know the law says that there’s a right and a wrong here, but I also believe the law is hopelessly outdated when it comes to issues like this. I honestly don’t know what side I’m on, here.
I tend toward sympathy toward the authors (duh), but Constant pretty well sums up my own ambivalence.
I must have the only cat in the world who is afraid of cat beds.
*Jasper*
I’ve bitched about Rod Dreher before, will bitch about him again, and am bitching about him today.
Long ago (and far away) I read First Things, Christianity Today, and National Review Online with some regularity, partly to keep my secular-leftist self honest, partly to keep tabs. I fell out with both FT and NRO as they became less and less thoughtful, although I do read CT at least weekly, and have since added Tyler Cowen and Alex Tabarrock at Marginal Revolution to my teeth-grinding reading.
Still, I felt the need to keep up with some kind of thoughtful social conservative, and since I’d been reading Dreher from back in his BeliefNet days, I re-upped with him once he returned to blogging, this time at The American Conservative.
Dreher is thoughtful about a third of the time, and mildly-to-quite interesting about another third; that final third, however, is enough to make me reconsider reading him.
He writes well about himself and his own struggles, his family, and what he’s drawn to, but when writing “from the outside” of a phenomenon, he’s terrible: small-minded, close-minded, and mean. When he’s called out on his cruelty his defensiveness rises into bile, or when corrected on a crucial point or reminded of a double-standard, he’ll either double-down or ignore the commenter. When all else fails, he’ll bring out the sneering “you’re-making-too-much-of-this/can’t-you-people-take-a-joke” response.
All are on display in this post, ‘Buckwild’ and Self-Exploitation. The post for the most part is fine, but when he gets to the end, he pulls a classic Dreher move:
Nevertheless, to what extent does the framing of films like this, and the informed consent of its participants, ameliorate one’s moral squeamishness? Jersey Shore was about the sexy trashiness of working-class Italian-Americans from New Jersey. Buckwild is about the sexy trashiness of working-class Scots-Irish Americans from Appalachia. How would you feel if the next installment were about the sexy trashiness of working-class African-Americans from the south side of Chicago, or the sexy trashiness of working-class Hispanic-Americans from El Paso?
That last question is in and of itself is worth asking, but it’s a problem coming from Dreher because he loses his mind when he talks about race.
I don’t think Dreher hates black or brown people, and I have no reason to believe that he would be anything other than gracious to any black or brown person introduced to him. In short, I wouldn’t call him a racist.
And yet. And yet he has a hard time seeing that black people are a plural, not a singular, and he cannot seem to extend any sort of sympathy to those who would argue that racism is still a problem in this country, especially not to those who write from their own experiences.
Unless, of course, you’d count Steve Sailer. Sigh.
Anyway, read the comments, especially his response to those who bring up The Dukes of Hazzard and their car, the stars-and-bars sportin’, Dixie-horn-blarin’, General Lee, and the, um, particular cultural politics of that show.
Dreher’s not having it, not one bit of it.
Now, as I was re-reading the entry and the comments while writing this, I thought, this is hardly the worst of what he’s written—see George Zimmerman’s Bloody Nose, for example, in which his last line is Remind me, why, exactly, is George Zimmerman on trial?—but perhaps this is one of those cases where the more I read Rod on race, the less credit I’m willing to give him.
He used to go on rampages about those horrid gay activists with some regularity, but now, for the most part, he manages to confine himself to saving religion from queer marriage. He’s terrible when it comes to liberal Catholics, especially liberal nuns, and is a damned bully when it comes to trans folk (one faithful trans reader, also from his BeliefNet days, finally had enough and bowed out).
I guess this is all so enraging precisely because he has shown himself to be capable of reflection and reconsideration of what matters to him; that he is is not when it comes to that which matters to others betrays a deliberate meanness.
Perhaps that’s too harsh, perhaps there are simply limits to his reflectiveness, limits which he himself cannot recognize.
Given that I almost certainly have those same limits, albeit in different places, perhaps I have a third reason for reading him that I can add to the two above: as a reminder of the existence of my own blind spots, and that I need to look for what I cannot see.
End of the semester—naught but grading ahead.
Blogging will be more erratic than usual.
Tags: blind spots, copyright, fiction, grading, Jasper, life, Mark Ruff, race, reflection, Rod Dreher, social conservatism
Categories : Musing, Stray bits
I have heard a million tales; I have told a million more
Been falling down on the blogging beat. . . and this post isn’t really going to rectify that.
Quick hits, nothing more.
Rush Limbaugh is boring. Bore bore bore boring.
I don’t care about his advertisers, I don’t care about a boycott, I don’t care if he disappears from the radio forever.
Yes, he was a total shit to Sandra Fluke, just as he was a total shit to Chelsea Clinton (and Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama and. . .) and if he doesn’t understand that women can actually enjoy sex then I can only say “ur doing it wrong!!!”
But he lacks anything other than bile and ego, and as I have my own bile and ego, I see no reason to indulge his particular brand of narcissistic nonsense.
I did coupla’ posts a while back deriding the concept of “free” (put in quotes because it was about a price point which wasn’t really zero, just offloaded on to someone else), but the notion has reemerged in another form, as a kind of justification for theft of copyrighted materials.
As someone who participated in the SOPA/PIPA protest, who believes that copyright laws are waaaay overdue for an overhaul, and who doesn’t pay for the third-party content (videos, photos) that I post, I am as much in the moral muck—if not in as quite as deep as some—as my fellow. . . thieves.
Still, I am unmoved by the argument made by some that the delay in release of DVDs or streaming of movies justifies piracy. “I’m not getting what I want as soon as I want it” is less about copyright overreach and more about selfishness.
Anyway, I’m not so much interested in filling out that argument than I am in tossing out the following stray bits:
One, is not the justification for “free” (in either form) some kind of end-state of a labor-dismissing form of capitalism? That is, value was first removed from labor (in the forms of laborers) and relocated to the anarchic (if manipulated) realm of supply-and-demand; now value is being removed from the production process itself, such that the costs of production are irrelevant to those who demand the end product for “free”.
All that matters is the desire of the consumer, to the detriment of the processes and relationships which enable the desire to be fulfilled.
Two, is the academic publication model in any way relevant to this conversation? Professors produce content for “free” (journal articles, conference papers) or nearly “free” (books, book chapters) as a price of admission into the academic guild.
Produce a sufficient number of these “freebies” and one is granted tenure, which in turn allows one to produce more such “freebies”.
(Yes, there are salaries and teaching commitments and of course the horrid practice of making authors pay for their own reprints, but I don’t know that any of those throws off the comparison.)
Pundits have nothing to offer people who pay attention.
There’s nothing Cokie Roberts or David Brooks or EJ Dionne has to say that anyone who hasn’t been paying long and sustained attention to politics couldn’t have said for themselves.
Now, I happen to have particular contempt for Cokie Roberts (god, her smugness!), and I may have suggested once or twenty times that all pundits be loaded on to a cruise ship, sent out to sea, and never allowed to dock anywhere ever again, but a decent pundit actually has something to offer someone who wants a quick hit of info on a topic about which she knows little.
But pundits talking to pundits about their punditry? Useless.
And because it’s been awhile, a coupla’ shots of the absurd household’s fuzzier denizens:
Catman! Catman! Catman! Nana nana nana nana CATMAN!
You have GOT to be kidding me.
Trouble, both of ’em.
Tags: academia, capitalism, cats, copyright, free, Jasper, labor, publishing, pundits, Rush Limbaugh, Trickster
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“Dead Hearts”- (Short Film Review)
November 15, 2015 November 15, 2015 moviesforlife09Leave a comment
By Andrew Buckner
Rating: ****1/2 out of *****.
“Dead Hearts”, a sixteen minute short from director Ramzees Carvalho (2014’s “Night of the Damned”), opens with four young adults trapped in a cellar. Radio broadcasts are announcing that the reanimated are coming back to life. When a chilling chain of events transpire it is up to Dan (Carvalho himself in an impressive, spectacularly wrought performance) to take the reins of heroism. With this action he must face the ravenous hoards of the undead.
It’s a classic set-up that brings to mind visions of George A. Romero’s timeless 1968 gem, Night of the Living Dead. To further the sense of unabashed reminiscence this wonderful short (the second by Carvalho) induces is crisp, vivid and rich cinematography from Nelson Reis.
The special makeup effects by Manny Savini only heightens the appeal. The zombies, and their veneer, are stalwart, gritty and credible at every turn.
Such attributes resonate amid the numerous well-done decapitations and various other gory bits. This is because there is a palpable sense of camaraderie between all the leads.
This is most noticeable between Dan and Liz (in a performance by Alyssa Paige Moreno that is every bit as strong and understated as the role demands). Their relationship is the propelling force of most of the narrative. The work is all the more commanding because of the sheer strength of their portrayals.
Ramzees Carvalho and Moreno prove they are more than apt to take on what the taunt, intelligent script that has a Stephen King-like eye for characterizations, also by Carvalho, demands.
Cameron Perrault, as Luke, and Luke Eleuterio, as Alex, fare just as spectacularly. They further add to the sense of kinship and authenticity pulsating through every frame.
This isn’t the only factor which contributes to this triumphant success. The work constructed in all other technical arenas are phenomenal. They come together to formulate something truly special.
The smooth film editing by Ramzees and Luis Carvalho are further evidence of these high-quality characteristics solidifying to evoke brilliance.
In its quick-moving runtime it creates an atmospheric mood. In an exhibition of the artistry on display this is done before the story even begins to unfold.
It carries this impression out effortlessly. All the while it is constantly building upon this solid foundation. We are issued mounting trepidation throughout.
In turn, “Dead Hearts” is a persistent wall of ever-increasing suspense. It grips us with increasing intrigue until well after its elegiac, and cleverly wrought, finale.
We remain mesmerized, awe-struck by how well conceived the sum of this exertion remains. This is especially remarkable given its compact length.
The composition creates an illusion, brought forth by its genuine dialogue, performances, zombie make-up and effects, that we are with our leads.This is a credit to the incredible talent all around.
“Dead Hearts” has an obvious affection for the sub-genre it is rooted in. It showcases a knowledge of undead works of yore. Yet, there is also an abundance of originality here.
Carvalho’s brief film is distinctly its own entity. It is always fresh, vigorous and smart. Moreover, it is endlessly engaging, gripping and terrifying in ample doses.
“Dead Hearts” is riveting. It establishes Carvalho as a great new talent. Simultaneously it breathes fresh life and perspective into the much documented account of cannibalistic ghouls.
This is a must-see. It is a testament to how much can be done on a small budget. Furthermore, it proves the potency inherent when the components of affection and respect, as well as a phenomenal natural aptitude, for the craft and the composition being operated on unify among the respective contributions of all involved.
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Normandy Terre-Liberté | Road to freedom
Overview normandy routes
Film and info about Overlord-l’Assault (the Onslaught)
- cities at the normandy route: the assault
Film and info about D-Day-le Choc (the Impact)
- cities at the normandy route: the impact
Film and info about Objectif un Port (Objective a port)
- cities at the normandy route: objective a port
Film and info about L’Affrontement (the Confrontation)
- cities at the normandy route: the confrontation
Film and info about Cobra-la Percée (the Breakout)
- cities at the normandy route: the breakout
Film and info about La Contre-Attaque (the Counter Attack)
- cities at the normandy route: the counter attack
Film and info about L’Encerclement (the encircling movement)
- cities at the normandy route: the encirclement
Film and info about Le Denouement (the Outcome)
- cities at the normandy route: the outcome
D-Day-le Choc (the Impact)
Route Overlord - The Impact
D-Day-le Choc (the Impact) is the second route to explore. Starting in Bayeux and ending in Carentan.
Eight itineraries in chronological sequence clearly signposted “Normandie Terre – Liberté” through whole Normandy. See an example at the beginning of this small video.
It enables the visitor to discover these history-packed places and follow the unfolding of this huge battle in the first 80 days of the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe.
01. Bayeux
Bauyeux is also a part of the Overlord - The Assault route.
02. Port-en-bessin
25 years of underwater operations have brought up from the sea bed some impressive remains and personal items found in the great warships sunk on or around 6th June 1944.
Address: Musee des Epaves Route de Bayeux - B.P. 9 14520 Port-en-Bessin France
03. Colleville-sur-Mer
Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. 9,387 American soldiers who died during the Battle of Normandy were laid to rest in this 70-hectare site. If you want to visit a specific grave, you can use this overview with the names, ranks, units or civil roll, date of death and the coordinates on the cemetery. http://www.backtonormandy.org/the-history/remember/american-cemetery-and-memorial.htm
04 Omaha Beach
Omaha Beach. Search by date 1944-06-06. http://www.backtonormandy.org/the-history/advanced-search.html
05. Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer
Musée Mémorial d'Omaha Beach: Chronological presentation of all the major events that took place in the American Sector, from the Occupation to the Landings. Exhibition of weaponry, uniforms and military vehicles that were used during World War II. Museum located 200 metres from Omaha Beach.
Address: Avenue de la Libération, 14710 Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, France
06. Vierville-sur-Mer
Musée D-Day Omaha. This museum stands on the site of Omaha Beach, at VierviIle-sur-Mer.Presentation of exceptional items including a landing barge, encrypted Enigma signals, paratrooper motorcycles, a German Goliath tank, photographs and documents. Also a presentation and reconstruction of the Mulberry A Harbour at Omaha. This museum displays exceptional pieces and equipment that bear witness to the technological advances in times of war and their repercussions on civilian life.
Address: Route de Grandcamp, 14710 Vierville-sur-Mer, France
07. Pointe du Hoc
Pointe du Hoc (Wiki) lies 4 mi (6.4 km) west of the center of Omaha Beach. As part of the Atlantic Wall fortifications, the prominent cliff top location was fortified by the Germans. The battery was initially built in 1943 to house six captured French First World War vintage GPF 155mm K418(f) guns positioned in open concrete gun pits. The battery was occupied by the 2nd Battery of Army Coastal Artillery Regiment 1260 (2/HKAA.1260).[4] To defend the promontory from attack, elements of the 352nd Infantry Division were stationed at the battery.
Address: Near Cricqueville en Bessin, assessible via the D 514
08. Grandcamp-Maisy
Musée des Rangers. This museum tells the story of an élite American unit which trained to carry out a particularly perilous mission on D-Day: the attack and capture of Pointe du Hoc.
Address: 30 Quai Crampon, 14450 Grandcamp-Maisy, France
09. La Cambe
A German military cemetery where more than 21,300 victims of World War II have been laid to rest. In the visitor centre, a permanent exhibition highlights the human suffering caused by war. The Peace Garden has been planted with 1,200 maples - living symbols of Peace.
Address: Route nationale, 14230 La Cambe, France
10. Saint-Lô
The Battle of Saint-Lô (wiki) is one of the three conflicts in the Battle of the Hedgerows, which took place between July 9-24, 1944, just before Operation Cobra. Saint-Lô had fallen to Germany in 1940, and, after the Invasion of Normandy, the Americans targeted the city, as it served as a strategic crossroads. American bombardments caused heavy damage (up to 95% of the city was destroyed) and a high number of casualties, which resulted in the martyr city being called "The Capital of Ruins", popularized in a report by Samuel Beckett.
11. Carentan
The Battle of Carentan (wiki) was an engagement in World War II between airborne forces of the United States Army and the German Wehrmacht during the Battle of Normandy.
Dead Man's Corner: When you enter the D-Day Paratroopers Historical Center, you can see a wall covered with carved stones with the names and the units of the airborne veterans. Created in honor and in memory of the paratroopers that have fought during the Second World War, this memorial makes the D-Day Paratroopers Historical Center a unique place of remembrance and contemplation.
Address: Centre Historique des Parachutistes du Jour-J 2, Village de l'Amont 50500 Saint-Côme-du-Mont France
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Here’s Angelina Jolie As Maleficent
A first look at Angie as the evil Disney queen in a live action movie.
By Devin Faraci Jun. 19, 2012
Maleficent predates the Marvel version of Loki by decades years, but I wonder how many people will look at this picture and think 'Lady Loki'?
That's Angelina Jolie in her headgear and contact lenses to play Maleficent, the evil queen from Disney's Sleeping Beauty. Over the years Maleficent has garnered a serious following, especially amongst the friends of Dorothy. Now she's getting her own movie, a prequel that explains why she's such a beeyotch in the first place. The script is by Paul Dini and Linda Woolverton, which is super cool, but the film is being directed by a first-timer - FX guy Robert Stromberg. I don't know how these big studios feel so confident in handing mega-budget productions to first-timers. I'm available, though, should Disney need a n00b to helm Dopey, the Snow White prequel.
STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER Review: The Force Needs A Rest
New Trailer For Pixar’s ONWARD Is Just As Weird As The Last One
Joe Johnston Is Returning To The HONEY, I SHRUNK THE KIDS Franchise
The trilogy goes out with a bang. A lot of bangs. Maybe too many bangs.
By Scott Wampler, Dec 17, 2019
This movie looks wild as hell.
Here comes SHRUNK.
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NAGLFAR: New North American Dates Announced
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Stinky of Capital Chaos conducted an interview with guitarist Steve "Snake" Green of San Francisco Bay Area metallers SKINLAB on October 24, 2009 at The Boardwalk in Orangevale, California. Watch the chat in two parts below. SKINLAB recently announced the addition of guitarist Brian Jackson (formerly of the Las Vegas band KREEP) to ...
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AL JOURGENSEN/MARK THWAITE-Penned 'Christmas Time' Carol To Debut On 'The Mancow Show'
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This is what the flooded Venice looks like through an artist's lenses
In November 2019, the Venice hotels reported a 35 percent cancellation rate, as the high tides swell in the Venice Lagoon and the historic city was facing one of the most devastating floods of this century. Italian photographer artist Natalia Elena Massi spent a day in the legendary city and captured surreal pictures of a flooded Venice. For those of you who have never been to Venice, but know that the picturesque Italian city is already flooded as it is, let's start from the beginning with the origins of the Venice waters.
Venice was built on a group of islands and islets standing on a lagoon separated from the Adriatic Sea by a thin stretch of land. The lagoon "is fed" by two rivers. Through the thin stretch of land separating the lagoon from the Adriatic Sea, run three canals that allow the ships and the Adriatic Seawater in. When the tide rises, the seawater enters the laguna; when it falls, it exists. The city is twice a day "fed" with a mix of seawater and freshwater. The city can be occasionally flooded because of unusually high tides, aka "acqua alta". This phenomenon happens in November and the winter months. Every Venetian local has a par of galoshes and the stores have glass barricades on their doorsteps. Sirens would sound around the city lo let Venetians and tourists know when an "acqua alta" is coming. Still, last November it was more than that. A combination of rising tides and 75-miles-per-hour-strong winds caused massive waves to crash into Venice. On November 12th, the city experienced the worst flood since 1966; the waters reached 1.84 meters above the sea level. Even the locals and Venice authorities were taken by surprise and many blame this unusual flood on the recent climatic changes and global warming of our modern day.
Photographer Natalia Elena Massi took to the numerous canals and endless narrow streets of Venice to photograph the way locals coped with the water reaching all the way up to their knees and how the old city lived up to this climatic challenge. She had heard of the flooded Venice in the news and wanted to photograph it all.
"I love Venice and I visit it whenever I can. This time, I decided to go and photograph the city with the hope of finding it beautiful anyway", said Natalia. She lives about 100 KM away from Venice, so she made the quick decision of rushing to Venetia and take photographs of the flood. Moreover, she wanted to explore what it's like to constantly live with the danger of being flooded anytime. How do these people get around? How do they get about their business knowing their homes can get flooded the next day if the tide is too high?
"I hadn't thought about how difficult it could be. Imagine walking for hours with water well above your knees. (...) I have met incredible people, proud and courageous men who were not defeated by the flood. Even though most shops were closed, the few that were open were happily letting in people just to protect them from the weather. (...) Many men remained at the entrance to constantly check the tide level. They were expecting 160 centimeters and everyone was alerted. (...) I worked in manual mode, I didn't want to leave anything to chance", said Natalia. Now, let's see her magic!
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Good news everyone! There's a new report that shows lots of people saving good cash on prescription drugs because of the Affordable Care Act. The Health and Human Services department reports that seniors have saved around $5.7 billion since January of 2011. This is largely due to the closing of the doughnut hole. While everyone who qualifies saves money, it really benefited those with chronic conditions. HHS has projected that savings per Medicare beneficiary will be about $5,000 through the next 10 years, with those dealing with chronic conditions saving as much as three times more.
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Data Privacy Highlights Innovation
A Q&A with digi.me founder Julian Ranger – ‘Innovation is at our core’
By Emma Firth September 27, 2018 December 18, 2018
Julian Ranger is the Executive Chairman and founder of digi.me, which enables the Internet of Me by putting individuals at the centre of their digital life, owning and controlling their own data.
Initially an aeronautical engineer, Julian specialised in interoperability and the military internet, founding STASYS in 1987 and growing it to a staff of 230, with subsidiaries in the USA, Germany, Malaysia and Australia before selling to Lockheed Martin in 2005.
An angel investor in more than 20 start-up businesses, including Hailo, DataSift and Astrobotic, he is also a Virgin Galactic Future Astronaut.
Talk me through the business. What sparked the idea? How do you compete with other players/what sets you apart?
A few years ago, I was at a board meeting where I heard about someone who had just lost three years’ worth of Facebook interactions after a glitch wiped his account. We thought it was a huge shame that all of those posts, photos and comments had just vanished, just because there was no back-up app available. So we decided there and then to create one.
SocialSafe (digi.me’s original name) allowed users to save and search information and pictures they had posted to their various social media accounts. We started with Facebook but then quickly got demand for other networks, such as Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. There was clearly massive demand for a service where people could get their data back together in one place and then use it how they wanted.
So we started moving development towards the direction digi.me is focused on now – which is gathering wide-ranging whole life data, including health and finances, first and foremost for the benefit of the user but also looking for ways to help them do more with it. This is primarily by sharing it with businesses, on their terms, for services or personalised rewards.
Crucially, all this data is all stored locally on the user’s own infrastructure, and we the company never see, touch or hold it.
Digi.me is so successful because it is the only company that truly returns data to the individual – our competition has largely focused on SaaS solutions, where data is held by a third party, with associated limited user control.
How has your company grown in the past few years? What are the most crucial things you have done to grow it?
Our app has moved from one focused on social media to collating vast streams of data from across lives. We have added secure access to bank accounts from around the world and are also returning full electronic health records to individuals (initially in Iceland and the US, and hopefully the UK soon), as well as adding wellness data and shortly music data with more coming. We have a whole-country living lab in Iceland, demonstrating the significant changes we enable.
Our Consent Access platform, which allows users to share slices of the data they have in their own secure libraries with companies in return for value, whether service, convenience or reward, has also been released. This consent, which can be revoked at any time, is fully compliant with GDPR law. which returns personal data control to individuals. Businesses who are granted access to this 100 per cent accurate, rich and deep personal data are able to develop truly personalised and innovative services for their users, such as better data-driven experiences, rewards and other benefits like rich personal analytics.
In health, for example, digi.me enables true patient centricity because you have your data at all times, can share that health data wherever you are, ensuring you have the right treatment and allow you to be prescribed apps, not just medicines. This patient-centric approach also enables better research, and much more, and is nothing less than a complete revolution in how we as individuals interact with the health environment. Moreover, it is one that benefits all actors in the health ecosystem whilst retaining privacy and security.
Last but very definitely not least, we combined forces with US company Personal through a merger, bringing together the leading European and US companies in the emerging personal data ecosystem to provide a single integrated solution for consumers and businesses.
Where do you hope to be in a year/two years? What is your long-term vision for the business?
We believe digi.me will be the foremost enabler of the Internet of Me, putting individuals at the centre of their online life and in control over it, and will have worldwide adoption with thousands of applications built upon our enablement platform, across Governments, health authorities, world-leading banks, insurers and start-ups of all sorts across all sectors.
How do you see the state of the market in which your business operates? What are the biggest challenges you will face in the coming years and how do you hope to overcome them?
I believe GDPR, which appeared to some to be a big challenge, is actually a massive innovation opportunity. It allows the sharing of more personal data, not less, and put individuals back in control of what is shared about them and with whom. Consumers are the key custodians of their data, not businesses which track them and share it behind their back.
The challenge is to show that personal ownership of data overcomes today’s privacy and security problems, and actually enables everyone to do more with data not less. This is not a zero sum game of sharing or privacy, but through personal ownership of data a true win for individuals, businesses, Governments and society as a whole where we have sharing combined with privacy.
How important is innovation to your business? How do you engender a culture of forward thinking and creativity with your staff?
Innovation is the core of digi.me – we have various patents underway and an ongoing process to bring our concepts to fruition.
Our developers have literally been given a brief to create something revolutionary, the scope of which has never seen before, and have delivered new platforms, processes and data storage solutions that embody past innovations (for example from the military heritage of the founders) to the very latest innovations in architecture and processes.
Digi.me is innovating at the “edge”, something that has not been achieved before – without innovative solutions it could literally not exist.
What is it about your company that makes it one of the UK’s leading digital innovators?
Digi.me’s vision is to enable the Internet of Me – the user at the centre of their digital life, owning and controlling their own data.
Digi.me solves the issue around personal data being shared without consent, whilst also enabling businesses to get access to the richer, deeper data crucial for innovation.
We are only company that truly returns data to the individual – we don’t see, touch or hold personal data ever. That simple phrase means we have to do everything new – it has literally never been done before. When you are implementing completely new processes, you have to have a continuous innovation culture.
It helps that the founders and senior staff have been involved in innovation for many decades, and understand that innovation doesn’t mean complexity – it can and should mean striving for simplicity, the simplicity the other side of complexity as Oliver Wendell Holmes famously quoted.
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The Exile and Return
Nov 20, 2017 | Godly Play Lessons | 0 comments
Hi Godly Play Teachers!
Welcome to the Exile and Return, the Godly Play story scheduled for this Sunday, November 19.
Last week we shared the story of the ark and the temple, and talked about meeting God in a special place and honoring him with certain routines that both honored God and helped remind the worshipers of the sacredness of being close to God.
At the end of the lesson, we read Solomon’s prayer of dedication of the Temple, where he prays, “But God, will you really live here with us on earth? The whole sky and the highest heaven cannot contain you. Certainly this Temple that I built cannot contain you either…” This week, we think about this again as we learn about what happened when God’s people were taken away from Jerusalem and its temple, which they had believed to be God’s home.
Some themes to explore:
Where do we find God? What if we suddenly have no temple or tabernacle or special routines or things to honor God? Can we still meet God?
What do we do when we’re very afraid, when bad things happen to us? What do we pray for? What does God want us to do?
What does it mean to be homesick? What were God’s people homesick for during the story? Were they homesick for God?
What changes have you been through that have been hard or scary for you? What did you do? Who gave you help? What should we remember when those times come?
What does it mean to be faithful? How is it different to be faithful in hard times versus in easy times?
Some activity ideas to add to your own, to help children make a gift to God in thanks for the story:
Reproduce the story.
Children could make their own physical elements of the Godly Play story, with blue yarn for the rivers. (Or maybe they can think of another way to represent them.) Pieces of wood for the cities. Can they make a chain out of pipe cleaners or strips of paper? (While they do this, teachers can talk about what the chain means–what it means to be in exile.) What could they use to make the people of God?
They could draw or paint with watercolors a scene from the story: the destruction of the temple, the sad journey away from Jerusalem, the happy rebuilding of the temple.
Older children could use markers to trace the path of God’s people on a photocopied map. Could they make a map of their own? One for the class
Children could use colored sand to make a desert scene.
Explore themes from the story.
Children could take a large sheet of paper, divide it down the center into 2 parts, label the left side Times We Are Sad Or Scared, and the other side What We Can Do. Then the children can draw or paint pictures to illustrate both sides.
Children could draw or paint or do a collage on the subject of Where and When I Meet God Today. Is it in nature? In church? At home reading the Bible? Being with friends? This would be a great addition for our new bulletin board. This could also be done as a class project on butcher paper (like a mural.)
What does it mean to be faithful? Children could make a collage or drawing or mural showing what it means to be faithful to God. Does it mean coming to church and worshiping together? Bringing an offering? Praying? Trusting? What else?
Children could draw or write about a time they were homesick. What helped them get through it? What would God want us to do when we feel homesick?
Some great verses to get children thinking:
“We sat down and cried by the rivers of Babylon when
we remembered Zion. How can we sing the song of the
Lord in a strange land?” (Psalm 137:1, 4)
“Praise the Lord, all nations! Praise Him all people! For
His loving-kindness toward us is great. And the truth of
the Lord lasts forever. Praise the Lord.” (Psalm 117)
See my Pinterest page for the story here for more ideas. 🙂
Enjoy the story!
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Mark The Week
Feb 27, 2015 Feb 27, 2015 LordCanisLupus
My blogging world, as you may be able to tell, is in a little bit of turmoil. I am hopeful that I will soon be able to at least reinstate the old blog (on a different URL) for you all to refer to as needs be. I am sure most of you might know that I deleted the original URL, but all posts are backed up. I may have more of an idea on that in the middle of next week. That will also dispel one of the better guesses as to why I deleted it – the ECB suing me for libel – which hasn’t happened, but that would have put a few stripes on my shoulder if they had….. although let’s not go there.
So what’s to talk about? The guys on here are doing the greatest job in disrobing the pretence of equanimity by Dave Richardson. The two games this week between UAE and Ireland and Afghanistan v Scotland were fantastic entertainment. The latter may even be game of the tournament as Afghanistan pulled victory out from nowhere with a joy unconstrained. For that is what sport is about – watching great matches whoever plays them. There’s too much focus on the “big teams” who rarely put on great games it seems. Before we get too far ahead of ourselves, only Scotland have played one of the four best teams so far – New Zealand – and UAE v India tonight will be important, because an associate giving India a run for its money would be incredibly important. Australia v Scotland could also see some rancour from those who just want to see the big boys playing each other.
We can have this debate in full after the World Cup group stages in particular, but it’s pretty clear what side of the debate is in the ascendancy at the moment. Games between the full test nations have been, with one disgraceful exception, a case of bat first, hammer the opposition. So while we’ve watched a double hundred by Chris Gayle, and the second passing of Hurricane ABe, the fact is that chasing any sort of target has been unachievable by a full test team against another one. D’Arthez is all over this on the comments.
Elsewhere we have had the leaked document – how jolly unfortunate that was – from the new bigwigs at the ECB. Clearly thinking the unthinkable, we are presented with the sort of “we’ve got to change things” bollocks that is less about the future of the game and more about some sort of legacy for the marketing geniuses and new head honchos. I’m sick to death of this sort of nonsense. Test cricket should not be touched, and yes, I’ve heard all that death of test cricket twaddle for the best part of 20 years and funnily enough it is still here. 40 over ODIs are a load of bilge. Yes, the 50 over format doesn’t appear to be loved, but that’s because the matches are so frequent that often many players are rested, they are played on roads, especially at some notorious venues for bowlers, and when the main competitions come around, there is some sort of ODI fatigue. Three day county championship cricket is a classic example of if you hang around long enough the old ideas come back around. As for franchising in, you didn’t seriously think this load of brain boxes were going to replace the county stuff, did you? This is pure League Cup to FA Cup jollop.
So Colin Graves, elected of course (hang about, did I miss this election?) to the head position in the ECB was disappointed this was leaked. He’d better get used to that. He then says that he didn’t want to be accused of leaving any ideas out, which is, of course, utter twaddle. The new David Collier is obvious one of those sorts who thinks you think the unthinkable, and I’m just getting the impression based on nothing in particular, that he’s the cricket equivalent of this bloke. (note NSFW – well the very last word is).
There’s so much wrong with the document that I can’t fathom why it was leaked 🙂
Meanwhile on press row, there is a world out there where paul newman gets nominated for cricket reporter of the year (last year of all years!!!!) and George Dobell doesn’t. Yes, that thing you saw flying out of the window was that organisation’s credibility. Of that grouping, if Nick Hoult doesn’t win, then there’s a bit of a stitch up. But at the end of the day, they can do what they please….
I have had just fleeting watches of the Cricket World Cup, but have all the games played so far on highlights. I also ran off a game last night, and just happened to have the whole of AB deVilliers 162 not out live. I think I might be watching that a little.
I’ve also done no analysis on the competition as yet. I think a lot of us had Ireland as the first associate to defeat a test team, and some of us went a bit OTT on the run outs! I’ll look to see what I can do on that this weekend.
But what I’ve seen, and what I’ve read of this World Cup, I’ve enjoyed it.
Looking forward to being able to live blog through tomorrow night’s game. Not sure I’ll be around much for the games tonight and tomorrow morning (sleep and chores).
Thanks, as always, for the comments. I do read them all. Top stuff.
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10 thoughts on “Mark The Week”
Arron Wright Feb 27, 2015 / 11:04 pm
Can’t wait for the John Player Sunday League “World Cup”, I must say. Are we still having a 10 over powerplay at the start? 8 overs max for the bowlers? Two new balls? Look, even when I was a kid, the B&H and NatWest were miles – absolutely bloody miles – more interesting to watch than the JPSL. Off the top of my head, every single great one-day match I’ve ever seen was either an ODI, B&H or NatWest. Almost everything in that document looks like a retrograde step, pandering to the T20 audience and shitting on everyone else. 40 feels way too close to T20 for me, sorry. And how many other countries play a game that was, basically, designed around Sunday licensing hours dating back to 1914, and long since superseded?
Anyway, I just watched AB de Villiers on ITV4. I don’t know how these useless bastards even dare to propose something that would deprive us of such an innings.
SimonH Feb 28, 2015 / 12:11 am
The thing about Colin Graves "I will do anything to revive Eng cricket" is the implicit suggestion that previous regime oversaw a failure.
— Tregaskis (@Tregaskis1) February 27, 2015
d'Arthez Feb 28, 2015 / 12:32 am
I just don’t understand the thinking in taking out the middle overs in List-A and ODI cricket. Sure they can be boring, but they also give the batsmen the time to get settled (or out). Even the best batsmen need to get their eye in before they can fire on all cylinders. And it is not like the middle overs always produce say 75/0. Far from it.
Sri Lanka lost their clash against New Zealand in the middle overs. At around the 20-over mark there was little to separate the teams (127/1 vs 112/1, but at the 40 over mark the difference was massive (229/4 vs 209/7).
Or even more extreme:
India were 83/1 at the 20 over mark against South Africa. They replied with 92/2. Those figures became 227/2 and 175/9. Hardly suggesting that the middle overs did not matter much in that match.
Just because it appears to be “boring” hardly makes it irrelevant. That is something that applies to a fair number of sports. Cricket, chess, marathons, and other long distance running events, golf, to name some wildly divergent sports.
To an outsider, the middle-game in chess can look puzzling, and moves may come at a relative snail’s pace. If you don’t understand chess well, that may appear perplexing, but decisions in chess have longterm consequences (in cricket it may be a bit more obvious, because anyone can understand that the loss of a wicket affects the game). You have to have a reasonable understanding of what is going on, and what both the players are trying to achieve, to be able to appreciate all the nuances involved.
Chess has seen its rule changes with regards to time controls. Due to the technological development, they had to get rid of adjournments, since it would be impossible to control for the use of engines to assess those games, thus giving an advantage to the players with the best support. They have sped the game up a bit, but not to the extent, that it has become a significantly different game.
The proposals with regards to “revolutionizing” cricket, however do significantly alter the game(s), and are probably paving the way for filling the calendar with even more international games than are currently being played (and thus generate more money by inflating the number of games even further).
The issue with ODIs is simple: lack of relevance. Because honestly what relevance do the 38 or so ODIs that England have played against Australia since 2009 have, the odd Champions Trophy and World Cup fixture aside? Are Australia that more “competitive” than say South Africa (11 ODIs), or New Zealand (9 ODIs)? You don’t solve a lack of relevance by tinkering with the rules of ODIs, and yet that is the only thing the ICC have done in the past decade or so.
That being said, if they’re going to change the rules for ODI, it might be an idea to threat bowlers as key ingredients in a game, rather than designated cannon fodder.
Rohan Feb 28, 2015 / 4:41 am
Great post Mr Lord and excellent response D’arthez. I agree completely. Your India v SA example is the perfect illustration! I also agree with the previous post about the B&H and NATWEST matches. I remember some absolute crackers, but cannot really remember any good 40 over matches from the Sunday league.
Looking forward to some more stars stuff from Lordcanislupus.
Just one more thing. Graves states he was unhappy about the leak. Do we really believe this? Could he have known and agreed to/sanctioned it, but then pretends not to have known so he can try to win some PR points……
Arron Wright Feb 28, 2015 / 9:22 am
Meanwhile, Fred66 has ABdeVd Selvey into the stands for shovelling yet more horseshit about Cook in his latest piece.
Hey Mike: the last time Cook chose to miss a series was the last time England won one.
hatmallet Feb 28, 2015 / 11:12 am
I like this comment:
“You are simply spewing vitriol at an intelligent, knowledgable commentator for speaking a truth you dislike.”
What is this truth?
That Cook was considering skipping an ODI series less than six months before a World Cup?
That England saw the series as a “team bonding session” rather than a series to win (against opposition who only a few months earlier had beaten us in both Tests and ODIs)?
LordCanisLupus Feb 28, 2015 / 1:01 pm
There remain those who still have faith in Selvey. One cannot assist them.
I’m glad that Groves is prepared to look at any and all options. But can’t say I agree with a lot of it. I don’t think there is a drastic need to mess with the fundamentals.
Get the scheduling and volume right, at both international and domestic level. Make ticket prices more inclusive. Get more cricket on free-to-air TV.
All easier said than done, but three ideas the ECB (or CEW?) should be looking at more than dumbing down the game.
d'Arthez Feb 28, 2015 / 1:31 pm
I think part of the problem is that English cricket has too many major counties (ie. the ones playing First Class cricket, List-A and T20 cricket). How many days of cricket are there in the English domestic season, not counting the MCC opening fixture? 84 or so? That is more than other nations manage, even though the likes of South Africa and Australia do have friendlier weather conditions to deal with. And that is before I even bring up with scheduling clashes.
The only country that can possibly come close is India, with the Ranji, Syed Mustaq Ali, IPL, Duleep Trophy, Deodhar Trophy, and Vijay Hazare Cup. I am discounting the Irani Cup, which is the Ranji champion vs. a team drawn from the best players of all the other domestic teams.
If they could actually up with a two tiered system, in which you have say 6 major franchises, who each have 2-3 feeder counties (eg. a London based franchise is only allowed to pick players from the Surrey and Middlesex feeder counties), you could have the top domestic cricketers slugging it out for the Championship. That would definitely improve the quality of the domestic scene, and thus lessen the gap between domestic cricket and the international scene.
You could easily do something about the allocation of domestic fixtures, so that none of the grounds get left out of it (and you could easily compensate for that by having the T20 competition at precisely those counties that do not get the “home” first class games).
You could have the “lesser players”, exciting young prospects, and those coming back from injury play in the “second division”. And before people say that this is demeaning, how long have we not heard the demeaning of the efforts made by players in Division 2 of the County Championship anyway? How many complaints have there been had about some of the lesser players not belonging to Division 1 of the County Championship to begin with? So it is not like those counties that are not HQ for one of the franchises suddenly won’t have first class cricket anymore.
With a 6-team franchise competition, you could play a double round robin taking 40 days instead of 64 for the elite competition. If you want to add a final, you can add 4 or 5 days to that. Assuming you just go with the double round robin, without any additional frills, that is 24 days shaved off the calendar, enough already to have a proper EPL, if you want.
This is not even bringing up the financial incentives counties get for picking enough U-26 players (I cold be wrong about the age limit), and other artificial means that are employed to get the youth in. I feel the ECB has over-complicated the domestic calendar, and the incentives it offers to counties.
Compare that with the 3-day FC idea, and the franchise solution would free up more days, while at the same time improve the standard of domestic cricket.
It has been done before, in South Africa, with the feeder teams playing a three day competition. The last time I checked, it works reasonably well.
But I fear the insularity in the counties will mean that none of this will ever materialize. Not until the first 3 or 4 counties go bankrupt, and cease to exist. Turkeys won’t vote for Christmas. So don’t expect anything major. Expect fiddling at the margins, that does little to actually increase sustainability of the domestic structures.
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England vs. Bangladesh – Champions Trophy 2017
Jun 1, 2017 Sean
For those that have not watched the game but have seen the score, it might seem like this was a straightforward, one-sided victory, but at the halfway point this was simply not the case. England on the whole bowled pretty poorly with big question marks about their choice of personnel for the bowling attack (more on that a little later on) on what was a typically placid Oval pitch. Though England didn’t bowl particularly well, it would be churlish not to give credit to the Bangladesh batsmen with Tamim Iqbal and Mushfiqur in particular looking like the quality international batsmen that they are. The one thing that will disappoint the Bangladesh team was that both set batsmen got out in the final 10 overs, especially when a total of 330, which would have been more than competitive, was on the cards. Although Bangladesh have improved enormously over the past few years, it does feel that they are heavily reliant on both Iqbal and Mushfiqur to carry the bulk of the batting, as showed by their lack of power hitters at the end of the innings, although a great deal of credit should be given to Liam Plunkett, who was by far England’s best bowler.
So at the interval, most of us felt that the Bangladeshi’s were about 20 runs short, but equally were slightly unnerved by the fact that England needed to score over 300 runs in a game they simply had to win whilst dealing with all the pressure that goes with that. We needn’t have worried. After getting off to a shaky start, with Roy once again being dismissed cheaply, the other England batsmen made hay whilst the sun shone, against what looked like a pretty ineffectual and popgun Bangladeshi attack. There has been some talk that Roy should be dropped, but I’m glad that England are sticking with him as i believe he takes the pressure of Hales and lets him settle into his innings, which provides Hales with the opportunity to size up the attack before pressing the ‘go button’. Anyway after the minor blip, it proved to be plain sailing from there on in, with Hales taking the attack to the Bangladeshi bowlers, Morgan making a brisk and welcome half century (his record in ICC events has left a little to be desired) and Root leading England home with a magnificent century. This was by far the most heartening innings that Root has played for some while, with many including myself, criticizing him for not converting pretty 50’s into match winning centuries. It could be said that he was not facing the most hostile of attacks and whilst it is true that there will be tougher days ahead, it would be extremely churlish not to be anything but full of praise for this particular innings. The fact that Root combined power hitting with his normal sumptuous touch should be a source of great encouragement to all England fans.
So all is rosy in the Garden of Eden right, umm not exactly. There were some incidents and decision making that should have England fans concerned if not worried yet. The first mistake England made in my opinion was the very thing I praised them for in my preview of the South Africa series, not keeping a settled team together. Despite Morgan’s protestations, I find it unbelievable that they decided to leave out Adil Rashid, who may not be a great Test bowler but is certainly a mighty fine ODI bowler. The key to limiting the best sides to manageable scores on flat decks is to take wickets and this is something Rashid, whilst having the habit of being rather expensive, is probably the best bowler England have to do this in the middle overs. So to leave him out for another pace bowler in my opinion seemed to be an overly cautious selection and not something that we’ve been used to in the Bayliss era. I hope this proves to be a one off ‘horses for courses’ selection as I strongly believe that Rashid is integral to England’s success in the white ball format.
Then of course, we come to the injuries and this is where things can get very messy for England. If Woakes has an intercostal muscle strain, which most people think he does, then he is not only out of the Champions Trophy but also the South African Test series as well. As an ex fast (ok medium pace) bowler, I have also suffered the same injury and it’s a 6 week healing job at the least and there is certainly no way to patch him up like they have with certain other members of the squad. The injury to Woakes is up there on the ‘things that England’s management team would be desperate not to happen’ as he has matured immensely as bowler and I would suggest is now the leader of the ODI attack. Certainly without him our bowling options start to look a bit threadbare. This coupled with the fact that a patched up Stokes had to bowl far more than England would’ve wanted him to today alongside a calf injury to a hobbling Root, means that England’s medical team are really going to have to earn their keep over the coming days. What I hope is that both simply have niggles and not something serious; however the England medical team have a history of allowing players with fairly serious injuries onto the park, so I will be waiting with baited breath to see if both pull through without sustaining a more serious injury, especially given the upcoming schedule. There was also the ‘catch or no catch’ debate regarding Iqbal’s proclaimed catch off Eoin Morgan, but I think I’ll leave that bugbear of mine for another time.
My last grumble (sorry I know England won the game) is the FTA scheduling of the highlights. Now bear in mind this was a day game, there is absolutely no excuse for the BBC not to show these at prime time; however the BBC feel they know better and have decided that 11:20pm is the ideal time to air them. To me, it just feels like another wasted opportunity to bring cricket in front of a mass audience again in England and something that cricket’s administrators should be bitterly disappointed about.
Despite the various grumbles, the long and short of it is that England did what they needed to do and recorded a victory, but at what cost and whether it proves to pyrrhic remains to be seen.
As ever, thoughts and comments on the game below.
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65 thoughts on “England vs. Bangladesh – Champions Trophy 2017”
SimonH Jun 1, 2017 / 8:38 pm
“there is absolutely no excuse for the BBC not to show these at prime time”.
Sorry, Sean, I’m absolutely no great fan of the BBC but there’s more to it. I’ve commented quite a bit on it on the previous thread after reading Tweets that responded to typically obtuse Tweets from Selvey and Stocks on the subject.
I think the only vaguely viable alternative for the BBC is to show the highlights on BBC4 at 9pm. They can’t show the highlights before 9pm and I can’t see how they could show them between 9pm and 11.15pm on BBC1 or BBC2 (especially with an election looming and having just one week’s notice). I think they probably should have gone for the BBC4 option but I can see why they prefered the greater reach of BBC2.
Sean B Jun 1, 2017 / 8:47 pm
Hi Simon, how can they not show them before 9pm? Channel 5 manage to show highlights at 7 pm for all of the Tests and they finish later.
It just seems strange to me that any non Sky subscriber has to wait until witching hour to watch highlights that could be turned round fairly quickly.
I’m absolutely not an expert on this and haven’t read any threads explaining why, I’m simply exasperated about the potential missed opportunity here.
Because the terms of the deal from the ECB are that the BBC can’t show the highlights until Sky have finished their live broadcast and shown their first highlight programme (which was 8-9pm today).
The point about the Sky highlights wasn’t absolutely certain from the Tweets I’ve seen but it sounds plausible and it rings a bell that the ECB and Sky have insisted on this before.
Fair enough. Didn’t see the Twitter exchange, so was just commenting as a frustrated fan (even if I have Sky). Sky’s money talks yet again…
Tregaskis Jun 1, 2017 / 9:50 pm
I only fully appreciated the restriction when Nick Holt’s tweet was drawn to my attention:
it is nothing to do with ECB. It is an ICC competition. They sell the rights. contractually the highlights have to go out after Sky's
— Nick Hoult (@NHoultCricket) May 26, 2017
Even so, this was an opportunity for the BBC to flaunt its credentials as a serious player in meeting the ECB’s new goal of extending the broadcast reach of cricket, and an 11:20pm start does not sit well with that objective. There were other scheduling choices. It exposes the BBC too easily to the kind of criticism pay-wallers constantly throw at it to justify Sky’s hegemony.
100% agree. Having highlights at 11:20pm benefits nobody. I’d have much rather a less high profile FTA provider showed the highlights at 9pm than the BBC hosting them at witching hour..
SimonH Jun 1, 2017 / 10:03 pm
Who’s the most powerful man at the ICC at the moment and (in his own mind at least) their leading expert on TV rights’ deals? I do believe it’s someone whose works we are familiar with!
When should the BBC schedule the highlights, Tregaskis?
Sean B Jun 1, 2017 / 10:10 pm
You mean Aarti Dabas isn’t the all powerful media dictator that we thought he was 🤔?
Seriously though, if the BBC wanted to achieve something more than tokenism, your suggestion about BBC4 at 9pm makes sense…
Typo ‘she’ was…
Tregaskis Jun 1, 2017 / 10:48 pm
Well that is the challenge the BBC faces. Its perceived lack of purpose or commitment in scheduling cricket is also the stick used to beat it.
At 9pm BBC1 broadcast Frank Skinner on Muhammad Ali; BBC2 an episode of Paula, a three part drama; BBC4 The Great Village Green Crusade. If these shows, none of which are exactly in the untouchable bracket, carry more weight in the scheduling choices made by the BBC, it hardly represents a statement of intent for its cricket coverage.
At a time when getting some cricket back on to FTA is widely recognised as essential for the future good of the game, when reaching out to young people is a priority, and recognising the BBC’s central role as a public-service broadcaster with an interest in bidding for post-2020 cricket rights, 11:20pm just sends out the wrong message, in my opinion.
It’s not as if we are talking Worcestershire v Derbyshire. It’s the opening match of the Champions Trophy featuring England as host nation.
alan Jun 2, 2017 / 7:30 am
Paula had 2.4 million viewers for the first episode. Why should the BBC at very short notice oust the second episode to accommodate something which would never attract that many viewersand upset those who were expecting it to be on?
Rescheduling is normally for something that could be considered important and we need to face reality. The Oval may have been full but the vast majority of the public don’t give a flying f*** for the Champions Trophy if they even know it exists!
If the rights had been arranged well in advance then an earlier start should have been part of it. In this case the fault is entirely with the cricket authorities and yet another example of their ineptitude
SimonH Jun 2, 2017 / 8:08 am
“The Oval may have been full”.
Was it? There seemed to be empty seats visible in the coverage I saw. It looked a good crowd but not a sell-out.
alan Jun 2, 2017 / 11:16 am
‘The Oval may have been full’ I was relying on one of the Sky commentators saying it was a sell out crowd. Maybe a few didn’t turn up or I should be more sceptical
d'Arthez Jun 2, 2017 / 4:49 am
So now we’re blaming the BBC for it getting the highlights rights one week beforehand for a miniscule international tournament (there are dozens of international tournaments that have greater impact in the UK, and yet they receive even less love from the BBC than this tourney), and not destroying their entire schedule in the process? That seems a bit unfair on the BBC.
Also the BBC is not the only party in this. What stopped the ECB / ICC from actually showing some spine to either “force” the BBC to broadcast at a decent hour, or as is more likely renegotiate with Sky so that the BBC could contractually broadcast the highlights at a decent hour? I strongly suspect the problem is the Sky contract. And we all know how little concern the ECB have for maximizing profits, as evidenced by ticket prices and other non-existent acts of price-gouging.
So the BBC which was mocked and ridiculed for 12 years for the way it covered cricket should throw everything overboard for this? Uh, no. If the ECB wants to push a fringe sport, they have to do better than offer a few incidental crumbs, that are without any practical value to the ECB / ICC.
I am sure the BBC would have been slightly more willing to rearrange the schedule a bit, if they could either broadcast a few of England’s games (or even fragments of the game, such as say a 20-30 minute highlight reel of the first innings at around 2-3PM?, and then follow it up with another 20-30 minute highlight reel at around 7.30 PM?)
I am sorry, but highlights of a game you missed only matter if you realize you missed the game. 12 years of absence of a game in the public eye, does not really make you miss the game. It makes you forget the game even exists. So the value of the highlights package is simply miniscule, through the concerted efforts of the ECB in the past decade.
LordCanisLupus Jun 2, 2017 / 6:51 am
I’m much closer to D’s point of view than the majority of comments. The BBC owes cricket nothing. The ECB realise that they might need the BBC after all.
Nicholas Jun 2, 2017 / 5:59 pm
The last time that the BBC showed cricket highlights from this country was the 2009 World T20 (which seems to have been pretty widely forgotten, given comments made by journalists and commenters on social media!). The scheduling was exactly the same then – late night programmes starting post-11pm. They had more notice then, too, and actually had the time to mount a proper production (with an in-vision presenter and reporter), rather than the voice-over introduction we had last night before some shaky editing from the World Feed highlights feed.
I’m not criticising the BBC per se – as their programmes mean that I can watch some action from the Champions Trophy – but this timeslot is clearly where they see international cricket highlights going.
I am a fan of the current C5 highlights package, and I think we would be better off with England internationals (the ECB rights) staying there than going back to the BBC, as C5 can commit to showing their programme at 7pm throughout the summer, which the BBC would not be able to.
Mark Jun 2, 2017 / 6:27 pm
Nicholas, do you know why it was a last minute thing to give the rights to the BBC? Why did the ICC not get a deal done a lot earlier? And why did Channel 5 not win the rights package? Was it money or did they not bother to bid?
It all sounds very amateurish and rushed.
I don’t know, I’m afraid, why the deal was done so late. The BBC have been the ICC’s highlights partner reasonably regularly in the mid-00s (including the 2009 World T20 which was staged on these shores) so in some ways it’s not a surprise that they got the deal, but I don’t know why it was arranged after TV listings mags went to print.
Channel 5 have never bid for any cricket outside the ECB rights package that they have held since 2006. (Until they sublicensed some Big Bash from BT earlier this year – but it is my understanding that BT were contractually obliged to offer those matches to an interested FTA party, so I don’t know how much, if anything, C5 paid for those.) As I said, it has tended to be the BBC or ITV that has shown highlights from foreign tours or ICC tournaments. I don’t know why C5 take that stance, but it’s not a new one.
Julie Jun 1, 2017 / 10:17 pm
Having watched Bangladesh bat on that wicket I gave up and went to bed. Am surprised it took England so many overs to overtake them. If England cannot prepare decent wickets ( not just run fests) I will not be watching. Surely we should be watching a game between bat and ball Not this rubbish or does England think this is the way they can win the Trophy.
Flat wickets and run rests are supposed to be what we all want according to the ICC/ECB. Just look at Morgan’s comments after the Lords warm up game.
I mean how dare they produce a wicket with something in it for BOTH batsmen and bowlers. Well it’s just not cricket…
Benny Jun 1, 2017 / 11:07 pm
Dozed off halfway through England’s innings.
oreston Jun 1, 2017 / 11:53 pm
I have to agree that these BBC highlights packages would be more meaningful and potentially reach a bigger audience if they were shown mid-evening rather than after 11.00pm. Assuming you are able to stay up to watch them though, something (anything) on FTA is at least a small step in the right direction.
Being an old timer I think it’s a nice touch that they’re using Soul Limbo. I know nostalgia ain’t what it used to be, but just for a second as the old theme tune faded out I half expected the show to be introduced by Peter West…
quebecer Jun 2, 2017 / 1:39 am
Good win, actually.
Mark Jun 2, 2017 / 7:30 am
What are channel 5 able to put out their highlights packages at 7pm (be it test match or one day) and The BBC have to wait till after 9pm?
5 are putting out their highlights early evening before Sky have put out either highlights or The Verdict. This smacks of double standard. Why are 5 able to avoid the Sky comtract stipulations?
As to the BBC….. if they are going to bid for highlights, and then put them on at 11.30pm either out of choice or because they are forced to…… you have to wonder why they even bid for the rights in the first place?
“Why are 5 able to avoid the Sky comtract stipulations?”
Mark, I’m assuming that’s a rhetorical question!
Simon, I am genuinely asking the question…….why can 5 put out highlights at 7pm and the BBC can’t?
Perhaps I’m being a bit thick, and don’t understand. But people are saying the BBC are bound by a contract not to do this. So how come 5 avoid it? Genuine question!
Do we need to look any further than who owns C5!?!
Viacom. Large US company.
SimonH Jun 2, 2017 / 10:36 am
I thought Murdoch had his fingers in C5 – but it appears that he hasn’t.
He’s reported not to have any stake in Viacom. I would think the 7pm slot was agreed when C5 was owned by RTL – I can’t find any statement that Murdoch has an interest in RTL but business ownership is so tangled who knows?
When C5 won the rights in 2005 they were the only bidder.
When the agreement was renewed in 2012, C5 was owned by Richard Desmond who is just Giles Clarke’s kind of guy.
The Champions Trophy rights are sold by the ICC, not the ECB.
The ECB highlights rights (that Channel 5 currently own) dictate that the FTA highlights slot must be between 7pm and 8pm – it must be finished by 8pm so as not to clash with Sky’s highlights show. This has been the case since Channel 5 started showing the highlights (and Sky took over live tests) in 2006. (Originally C5 started their show at 7.15pm and it was only 45 minutes long. In 2011 they extended the slot to an hour, starting at 7pm)
The ICC have clearly dictated to the BBC that they must not show their highlights until the Sky highlights have finished. But as I said above, I think there is also an element of the BBC thinking that this is the ideal slot for international cricket highlights. All the international cricket that they have shown in highlights form since the mid-00s has been in a post-11pm slot, whether from overseas or at home.
Nicholas, the ECB’s man at the ICC is Giles Clarke who is on film saying that he makes no apologies about putting his own board’s interests first. I haven’t double-checked it but I think I’m right in saying Clarke chairs the ICC committee in charge of TV rights? I doubt whether anyone else at the ICC is interested in the details of UK highlights’ rights but supposing they were, who would be powerful enough to block what Clarke wanted? The BCCI are in meltdown and CA have other worries. Can you explain why you believe that the ICC and ECB distinction you are making is anything other than a technicality?
On the point about highlights being required to be between 7-8pm, don’t you find it peculiar that that stipulation gets dropped as soon as the BBC are involved?
You may be right that the BBC views 11.20pm as the ideal time for cricket highlights. However the DT today has said that they are prohibited under the terms of the ECB agreement from showing the highlights earlier. Is Nick Hoult wrong? If the BBC had no interest whatsoever in showing the highlights earlier, why would any prohibition be necessary? If England reach the Final, would the BBC really not want to show it earlier? I find that impossible to believe.
Simon, to respond to the points you’ve made in order:
1) I make the distinction because if the Champions Trophy were in the usual ECB rights package, we wouldn’t be having the discussion – the highlights would be on Channel 5 within their usual terms. But it isn’t in the ECB’s usual rights package – it is sold by the ICC. I think that Giles Clarke is a pillock of the highest order and I do not defend him. But I think the distinction is worth making that this tournament is not contained within the ECB’s usual rights packages, and therefore is accorded special treatment – hence the discussion we are having now. That is all I was trying to say.
2) There is clearly a different prohibition under the terms of this contract than the terms of the ECB’s contract with Channel 5. Why? I do not know. But it is known fact that the ECB stipulates C5 to show their programme between 7pm and 8pm – it was widely quoted in 2008 that the BBC’s unwillingness to commit to showing the highlights always before 8pm was why they didn’t bid for the highlights package.
3) I am not saying that Nick Hoult is wrong, but I thought it worth bringing in the historical fact that since the BBC stopped showing live cricket in 1999, the only televised cricket they have shown are these stand-alone highlights packages from ICC tournaments (and the 2006/7 Ashes series). In the 2006/7 winter, the late start times of their highlights packages can be explained owing to contractual arrangements with Sky for the Ashes and the Caribbean timezones for the World Cup. When the BBC showed the 2009 World T20 and 2011 World Cup there was no time zone reason for the programmes to go out post 11pm, but they did. Either there were contractual restrictions (unreported) then, or they feel that they would rather put programmes out then.
I don’t want to have an argument with you – I think that we are on the same page, actually. I just wanted to pitch in with some information and distinction that I thought might be helpful.
Nicholas, I’m not trying to pick a fight either and I don’t hold any great torch for the BBC. All I want is the game to have as much ‘reach’ as possible. It’s the monopolistic element of the Sky deal that has always been the biggest issue for me.
There are some elements of this that remain a mystery. Why aren’t C5 apparently interested in international tournaments? Why was the BBC deal concluded so late? Why impose such prohibitive conditions? Did anyone else bid, and how much? These feel like questions that should have answers in the public domain (anyone who pleas “commercial confidentiality” can do one). If only we had people called journalists who would ask a few questions! (Exclude Hoult and, to some extent, Ammon and Sale from that – they’ve produced the information we have).
I suspect Giles Clarke is up to something (I know, I always suspect Giles Clarke is up to something!). The BBC deal feels like some pawn in a game of 5D chess with the row with the BCCI, developments with Pakistan and these pay disputes as also pieces in the game. I’m not quite sure how it all fits together but #39 has told us what the end-game is – cricket reduced to T20 and the Ashes (and I wouldn’t be too sure of the latter).
My theory on it is slightly more with onus on the BBC rather than the ICC and Giles Clarke, although I fear that you might be right with your theory.
There is clearly an interest in the BBC’s sports department to get back into televised cricket in a small way – Lord Hall himself went up to the ECB to talk up the BBC’s involvement in the new T20 competition. We have also seen the BBC pick up the online clip rights from the ICC and ECB for four year deals.
It wouldn’t surprise me that in order to prove the BBC’s interest in cricket, the BBC felt that picking up these rights would not be a bad thing. Unfortunately for them, it seems that there was a bit of a wrangle to get them – it wouldn’t surprise me if the BBC were paying very little (or nothing) for them, but as part of the wrangle, the BBC were forced to accept the deal at a late stage and to accept the timeslot restriction. They may well feel that this ‘showing willing’ is better than nothing, especially if they are paying nothing for the rights.
Something that I forgot to point out yesterday is that the BBC might have been dealing with Star Sports who are the ICC’s Global Broadcast Partner. I’m not quite sure what Star do these days to warrant that title – they used to produce the World Feed (from the 2007 World T20 until the 2015 World Cup this was the case), but the ICC are now doing this in-house using Sunset and Vine production staff. It might be the case that Star are responsible for brokering deals such as the BBC’s for highlights.
The World Cup is a List B event, so it is mandatory for highlights to be shown FTA should an FTA channel be willing to pay ‘market rate’ for them. (Should there be a dispute, this goes to Ofcom to act as arbiter as to whether the FTA channel are being held to ransom by the Pay channel) Therefore, it was not a surprise to see a late deal being done for the 2015 World Cup which saw highlights go out on ITV – ITV offered a sum of money to show the highlights and Sky were obliged to sublicense the highlights out to them under law. The Champions Trophy does not have the same listing, so the BBC and the ICC must have wanted to get this deal done.
I repeat that, for people like me without Sky, this is a good deal. I have been catching up with the highlights programmes on iPlayer the morning after the games, and it’s better than not having them. But, I fully agree with you that there was a chance for these programmes to have been shown in a similar timeslot to when C5 puts out there programmes and the ICC have blown it by putting restrictions on the BBC.
LordCanisLupus Jun 3, 2017 / 9:14 pm
Oh stuff that. Put on last night’s BBC highlights and it’s The Plagiarist doing the intro.
Forget what I wrote. Bloody BBC.
Woakes out of the whole tournament!
From Charlie Sale column in the Mail yesterday…..
“Simon Hughes, irritant editor of The Cricketer, likes to use his own publication for self-promotion.
Following swiftly on from Hughes somehow being listed in the magazine’s cricket industry power list, comes the subscriber of the month column in which a 13-year-old cricket fan looks no further for his choice of favourite cricket writer than Simon Hughes… of course.”
Also of note from the same column was this. It seems the ECB is going to follow the ACB in scrapping players share in relation to ECB income but instead to link it with inflation.
“The ECB have fired the first shot in a pay battle with the players that will inevitably follow the £1billion-targeted media rights sale this month. They are disbanding the mechanism whereby county team salary caps are fixed in proportion to ECB income. Instead the county funding limits will be linked to inflation. This incendiary move will be introduced from the 2018 season and county cricketers will not be impressed that their chances of cashing in on the new TV riches have been strangled at birth.
Neo Liberalism at its finest. Low fake inflation figures will pay the salaries increases while the ECB walk off with all the gains. No wonder they are so desperate to bring in their city baby. And the counties have voted themselves out of the pie for a mere £1 million bribe.
On the CA/ACA dispute, this came out a couple of days ago:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/cricket/australian-cricketers-associations-simon-katich-says-33m-big-bash-loss-defies-logic-and-good-business-sense/news-story/02723b87cc01c77210328e093ebc765d
Funny how, when it came to advertising and self-aggrandisement, the BBL was the sporting world’s greatest modern success story – but, when it comes to sharing the profits, there aren’t any!
Privatise the profits to a small elite, and socialise the costs.
It’s the new rock and roll!
Managed to stay up for the BBC's Champions Trophy highlights. Might need to go to a nightclub tomorrow though to time it – on at 12.30am
— Chris Stocks (@StocksC_cricket) June 1, 2017
They aren't allowed to show earlier than sky and the last minute deal means bbc schedules were fairly set already
— Elizabeth Ammon (@legsidelizzy) June 1, 2017
(Which Stocks well knows by the way because people were telling him yesterday on Twitter).
I’m completely out of the loop on all this. Just haven’t been following it. So why was it a last minute deal for the BBC to get the rights? Did nobody else want them?
This just seems to have all the hallmarks of another. Cricket administration clusterf***!
The media coverage was definite ‘blink and you missed it’ and the analysis non-existent.
I can’t find any account of who else bid or what sums of money were involved. There’s no analysis of why it was agreed so late.
It may be tinfoil hat time – but if someone wanted to discredit the BBC as the FTA platform for 2020, this would be an effective way of doing it. Give the BBC inflexible conditions, give them no time to restructure their schedule and have a small army of tame journos and on-line trolls ready to Tweet their howls of outrage at the results. If it was a trap, the BBC have obligingly walked right into it.
By the way, looking at the timings of the highlights the earliest one will be on is 10.30, for England/Australia on Saturday. The latest is 00:45. The SFs and Final will be on at 11:15.
Mark Jun 2, 2017 / 12:06 pm
This is crazy stuff. I don’t know why the BBC bothered. It’s not worth the trouble. And if there were no other bidders then that tells you all you need to know about crickets place in world sport.
Having said that, I can’t believe channel 5 didn’t bid. If they are owned by Viacom now they have deep pockets. It all smells of the stinky stuff. Selvey was out of the block before the start of the competition moaning about time slots for BBC highlights. It has the whiff of stinky stuff I agree.
The usual suspects who seem to act as the ECBS useful idiots are all the case. That’s always a god give away.
I’m betting that Stocks has a Sky subscription so he didn’t have to stay up at all.
Edgbaston less than half full as play starts….
They are claiming it is sold out!
They are also claiming only 4 tickets left for Sri Lanka vs South Africa tomorrow.
2 bronze tickets for £105.99 or 2 gold tickets for £112.49.
I’m there tomorrow so will happily confirm. I didn’t pay anywhere close to £100 naturally…
I’m guessing the prices are for the pair of tickets…..not each, but who knows?
Another run-glut taking shape.
130 overs into this tournament and there’s not been one bowled or LBW. There’s hardly been a close call. I haven’t seen even delivery but I’ve seen quite a bit and I can’t recall a ball seaming, swinging or spinning. There’s (rightly) talk about the pitches – but what about these balls? They are doing absolutely nothing.
Someone’s going to push 400 (perhaps against SL). If I was a betting man, I’d wager that no-one’s going to score a century in the tournament at a lower SR than Tamim yesterday (and if they do, their team won’t be the winners).
I agree, it’s deadly dull. May as well replace the bowlers with a machine and see how many 6’s the batsmen can score.
I used to quite like the game where both bowlers and batsmen had an equal chance…
Dinosaurs the pair of you!
I wonder how 39 would feel if he was bowling his medium pace trundlers in today’s cricket?
Aus have hit back now and NZ will struggle to make 300.
We can’t all be as forward thinking as the analcyst…
Eight wickets to catches off mis-hits, one run out and the No.11 caught behind off an edge.
Variety? You can have any colour you like, so long as it’s black….
d'Arthez Jun 2, 2017 / 3:15 pm
It would have been a blast. And Mick Lewis would not have his record anymore. 😉
NZ lost 7/37 at the end including 3 wickets in the last over they faced.
Interesting but not surprising…http://www.telegraph.co.uk/cricket/2017/06/02/bbc-suffer-low-champions-trophy-ratings-england-highlights/
“The poor ratings for the corporation’s first foray into televised cricket for six years cast doubt both on the wisdom of preventing the broadcaster transmitting before 11.20pm as well as on the England & Wales Cricket Board’s strategy to grow the game by restoring free-to-air coverage of it.”
In other words, the powers that be will gladly blame the BBC for their own incompetence.Also a peak on Sky of barely half a million? Hardly suggest cricket is anything more than a fringe sport in the UK these days.
So they are not allowed to broadcast before 11.20pm?
Idiocy…..
Especially as you can see videos of the major shots and wickets on cricinfo during the match. The highlights package only allows the broadcaster to show six minutes of coverage for ever hour of play. Good luck if a lot happens in one hour.
Dmitri’s take (speaking in the third person) up soon.
Australia will be grateful for the rain at the moment …
oreston Jun 2, 2017 / 6:06 pm
Match abandoned, one point each 😦
I know it helps England, but it’s not a happy situation in such a short tournament if who makes it out of the group and who goes home ends up being influenced by the weather and matches that can’t be completed.
And remember, the last games of the group stage are not held concurrently. England and Australia will know exactly what they need to do to qualify in the last game (unless Bangladesh beat both Australia and New Zealand, while England beat New Zealand; in which case Bangladesh and England go through), which is a massive advantage.
Not that the ICC cares about fixing, as evidenced by its persistent refusal to minimize the risk for it …
Same applies to Group B with Sri Lanka and Pakistan, though beforehand it looks a bit more unlikely that both those teams might qualify for the semis.
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He also made two capitals of molten bronze to set on the tops of the pillars; the height of the one capital was five cubits and the height of the other capital was five cubits. There were nets of network and twisted threads of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. So he made the pillars, and two rows around on the one network to cover the capitals which were on the top of the pomegranates; and so he did for the other capital. The capitals which were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits. There were capitals on the two pillars, even above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network; and the pomegranates numbered two hundred in rows around both capitals. Thus he set up the pillars at the porch of the nave; and he set up the right pillar and named it Jachin, and he set up the left pillar and named it Boaz. On the top of the pillars was lily design. 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Now there were four supports at the four corners of each stand; its supports were part of the stand itself. On the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. He engraved on the plates of its stays and on its borders, cherubim, lions and palm trees, according to the clear space on each, with wreaths all around. He made the ten stands like this: all of them had one casting, one measure and one form. He made ten basins of bronze, one basin held forty baths; each basin was four cubits, and on each of the ten stands was one basin. Then he set the stands, five on the right side of the house and five on the left side of the house; and he set the sea of cast metal on the right side of the house eastward toward the south. Now Hiram made the basins and the shovels and the bowls. 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Now King Solomon sent and brought Hiram from Tyre. He was a widow's son from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in bronze; and he was filled with wisdom and understanding and skill for doing any work in bronze So he came to King Solomon and performed all his work. He fashioned the two pillars of bronze; eighteen cubits was the height of one pillar, and a line of twelve cubits measured the circumference of both. read more. Scripture Art
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He also made two capitals of molten bronze to set on the tops of the pillars; the height of the one capital was five cubits and the height of the other capital was five cubits. There were nets of network and twisted threads of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. So he made the pillars, and two rows around on the one network to cover the capitals which were on the top of the pomegranates; and so he did for the other capital. The capitals which were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits. There were capitals on the two pillars, even above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network; and the pomegranates numbered two hundred in rows around both capitals. Thus he set up the pillars at the porch of the nave; and he set up the right pillar and named it Jachin, and he set up the left pillar and named it Boaz. On the top of the pillars was lily design. So the work of the pillars was finished. Now he made the sea of cast metal ten cubits from brim to brim, circular in form, and its height was five cubits, and thirty cubits in circumference. Under its brim gourds went around encircling it ten to a cubit, completely surrounding the sea; the gourds were in two rows, cast with the rest. It stood on twelve oxen, three facing north, three facing west, three facing south, and three facing east; and the sea was set on top of them, and all their rear parts turned inward. It was a handbreadth thick, and its brim was made like the brim of a cup, as a lily blossom; it could hold two thousand baths. Then he made the ten stands of bronze; the length of each stand was four cubits and its width four cubits and its height three cubits. This was the design of the stands: they had borders, even borders between the frames, and on the borders which were between the frames were lions, oxen and cherubim; and on the frames there was a pedestal above, and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work. Now each stand had four bronze wheels with bronze axles, and its four feet had supports; beneath the basin were cast supports with wreaths at each side. Its opening inside the crown at the top was a cubit, and its opening was round like the design of a pedestal, a cubit and a half; and also on its opening there were engravings, and their borders were square, not round. The four wheels were underneath the borders, and the axles of the wheels were on the stand. And the height of a wheel was a cubit and a half. The workmanship of the wheels was like the workmanship of a chariot wheel. Their axles, their rims, their spokes, and their hubs were all cast. Now there were four supports at the four corners of each stand; its supports were part of the stand itself. On the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. He engraved on the plates of its stays and on its borders, cherubim, lions and palm trees, according to the clear space on each, with wreaths all around. He made the ten stands like this: all of them had one casting, one measure and one form. He made ten basins of bronze, one basin held forty baths; each basin was four cubits, and on each of the ten stands was one basin. Then he set the stands, five on the right side of the house and five on the left side of the house; and he set the sea of cast metal on the right side of the house eastward toward the south. Now Hiram made the basins and the shovels and the bowls. So Hiram finished doing all the work which he performed for King Solomon in the house of the LORD: the two pillars and the two bowls of the capitals which were on the top of the two pillars, and the two networks to cover the two bowls of the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; and the four hundred pomegranates for the two networks, two rows of pomegranates for each network to cover the two bowls of the capitals which were on the tops of the pillars; and the ten stands with the ten basins on the stands; and the one sea and the twelve oxen under the sea; and the pails and the shovels and the bowls; even all these utensils which Hiram made for King Solomon in the house of the LORD were of polished bronze. In the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan. Solomon left all the utensils unweighed, because they were too many; the weight of the bronze could not be ascertained. Solomon made all the furniture which was in the house of the LORD: the golden altar and the golden table on which was the bread of the Presence; and the lampstands, five on the right side and five on the left, in front of the inner sanctuary, of pure gold; and the flowers and the lamps and the tongs, of gold; and the cups and the snuffers and the bowls and the spoons and the firepans, of pure gold; and the hinges both for the doors of the inner house, the most holy place, and for the doors of the house, that is, of the nave, of gold. Thus all the work that King Solomon performed in the house of the LORD was finished And Solomon brought in the things dedicated by his father David, the silver and the gold and the utensils, and he put them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD. Scripture Verse Christian Image
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