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__label__wiki	0.969589	0.969589	Anorexia memoirs share recovery triggers 9:49am Jun 4, 2014 Most people with anorexia need to reach a personal tipping point to trigger their recovery, says a researcher who has reviewed the memoirs of 30 former sufferers. This can be a religious trigger, the start of a new romance, or something positive that happens during their treatment. Every memoir describes a tipping point, but each experience is different, says Kenneth Cho, a University of Western Sydney medical student. "Some got there through self reflection. They realised they could continue living with anorexia, or they could learn to trust other people." One writer in her 40s said she was looking at carefree children sitting and laughing. She said she realised it had been 10 years since she last laughed like that. Another credited a friend who convinced her to face her demons. "It is clear that religion, spirituality and higher values help recovery," he says. One person writes that Jewish values about the importance of life had been an immense influence. Another says Jesus gave them strength, says Mr Cho, who has presented his study at a Sydney meeting of the Australian Society for Medical Research. The memoirs show people seem to need to make a decision for themselves for there to be genuine recovery, says Professor Phillipa Hay, who supervised Mr Cho's study. But it's complex. "We don't fully understand how, when and why they come to that point. "Sometimes it's because of their treatment, but very often it is something positive elsewhere in their life." Anorexia is dangerous because people can die from complications of starvation or suicide, she says. "There sadly still is a significant loss of life. It has the highest death rate of all psychiatric illnesses." However, the outcome is improving as a result of modern collaborative style of treatment, she says. There is no longer an emphasis on forced feeding as there was in the 1970s. "For genuine recovery to happen, the person needs to be part of the process." Prof Hay says early diagnosis significantly improves the chances recovery. This means people or family members need to seek help from a GP as soon as they notice warning signs. "Things to look out for include unexplained weight loss, changes in eating habits, avoiding family meals, compulsive exercise or even dental decay caused by vomiting." *Readers seeking support and information about suicide prevention can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467. People seeking help with eating disorders can phone the Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 4673 Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm AEST.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28667
__label__cc	0.630796	0.369204	What We Do / AAMC Awards / Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award Recipients The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award honors a medical school faculty member who has made major contributions to improving public health and health care. Recent recipients: 2019 – Kenneth W. Kizer, MD, MPH, Atlas Research, LLC. 2018 – David A. Asch, MD, MBA, Perelman School of Medicine and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania 2017 – Peter Pronovost, MD, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 2016 – Phillip Greenland, MD, FACP, FRCP, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine 2015 – E. Albert Reece, MD, PhD, MBA, University of Maryland School of Medicine Previous recipients: 2014 - A. Eugene Washington, MD, M.Sc. 2013 - Gilbert S. Omenn, MD, PhD 2012 - Ralph Snyderman, MD 2011 - Paul A. Offit, MD 2010 - Patricia A. Gabow, MD 2009 - Jerome P. Kassirer, MD 2008 - Steven A. Schroeder, MD 2007 - Robert H. Brook, MD, Sc. D. 2006 - Eugene Braunwald, MD 2005 - C. Everett Koop, MD, Sc. D. 2004 - Michael E. DeBakey, MD 2003 - Frank E. Speizer, MD Walter C. Willett, MD, Dr. PH 2002 - David A. Kessler, MD 2001 - Barbara Barlow, MD 2000 - Jeremiah Stamler, MD 1999 - William N. Kelley, MD 1998 - Philip R. Lee, MD 1997 - Julius B. Richmond, MD 1996 - Robert G. Newman, MD 1995 - Diane M. Becker, MPH., Sc.D.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28668
__label__wiki	0.869	0.869	A! Magazine for the Arts vol. 27, no. 1 // January 2020 Download Issue Amanda Aldridge Amanda Aldridge – A Lifetime of Enriching Professional Theatre Bonny Gable This tribute was written to honor Amanda Aldridge on the occasion of her retirement. Our Southwest Virginia region is blessed with many gifts, not the least of which are the many talented artists who live and work here. And ever since the bundle of creative energy that is Amanda Aldridge landed in its midst, Barter Theatre patrons here at home and from all over the globe have been the delighted beneficiaries of her abundant artistic talents. For the past 27 years Aldridge served as resident choreographer and costume designer for our State Theatre of Virginia, filling its stage with exciting, graceful movement as well as glorious color and texture. It is highly unusual for one person to serve dual roles in the demanding task of mounting a professional theatre production, for fear of diluted efforts. But Aldridge’s incredible intelligence, keen artistic eye and boundless ingenuity enabled her to multiply, rather than divide, the richness of her creative results. The story of Aldridge’s artistic journey that eventually led to her unique career at Barter Theatre illustrates that the path to discovering passions is often a circuitous and unexpected one. Aldridge grew up dancing, loving it since her first dance class at age 3. Even amid numerous family relocations for her father’s work, dance school was a constant in her life. As she indulged in her love of performing dance, a love of creating dance also emerged. “Always, when I listened to music and closed my eyes, I saw the movement,” she says. It’s no surprise that she began choreographing very early, beginning at age 13 with a production of “The Fairy Doll” ballet in the fellowship hall of her father’s church. During high school in Princeton, New Jersey, she danced in a regional ballet company. But an opportunity to dance in a production of “The Music Man” changed her path. Aldridge recalls the experience: “I thought ‘this is the most fun I’ve ever had. It’s a lot more fun than ballet!’” Having the world of musical theater opened up to her helped lead her in a new direction. After graduation from Sarah Lawrence College, she moved to New York City to pursue a career as a professional dancer. Landing a fortuitous gig at Canterbury Theatre in Indiana led to a slight alteration of her focus. “I was hired as a dancer, and then I started choreographing there, and at that point I really started enjoying that aspect of it more than performing,” she says. Aldridge’s can-do attitude served her well in discovering more new loves. Skilled at sewing, she also worked in the costume shop at Canterbury. When the artistic director asked her to design costumes for “Picnic,” a show that a young director named Richard Rose was directing, she accepted the challenge. “I told him, ‘Okay, that would be fun.’ And I had a blast doing it!” Aldridge recalls. She and Rose became a couple and moved to New York where Aldridge segued into costume design. Working at Julliard in the costume shop lent her the opportunity to begin assisting professional costume designers. She also took classes at the Fashion Institute but learning from established designers was a great way to start breaking into that realm of the business. When she came to Barter in 1992, Aldridge began to combine both her loves to help create its spectacular theatrical offerings. Ashley Campos, Barter resident actor, fellow choreographer and costume designer who has worked closely with Aldridge since 2006, says, “Amanda’s choreography is exciting and ambitious, always seeking the unexpected. That same eye for detail that elevates her costumes also insists upon precision and consistency from her dancers to create the final, stunning product that you get to experience.” The sheer volume of Aldridge’s body of work at Barter is staggering, as Campos illustrates by providing some numbers. “Amanda has designed costumes for 187 shows, ranging anywhere from one look for one actor, to nearly 200 costumes for 20 plus actors. “Singin’ in the Rain” had 1,517 individual items. She also choreographed 66 productions. A typical musical gets about 120 rehearsal hours, with roughly 70 hours going towards dance. That adds up to approximately 4,752 hours in just dance rehearsal, not including prep time.” But Aldridge finds the combination of two demanding jobs fascinating. “It’s interesting, because when I see one, I see the other. They go hand in hand, they’re not separate to me. When I’m working on one, the other one comes into play.” Along with the fascination come challenges, especially the time constraints. Rehearsals follow immediately on the heels of fittings, and long hours choreographing take time away from work in the shop. “Needing to be in two places at once kind of tugs you a bit,” says Aldridge. “But one of the great things about working at Barter is that we don’t have that tug so much.” Barter theatre artists are resident, which keeps their work unfettered by a constant search for the next gig. “We might be focusing on five shows, but they are all here – all under the same umbrella with the same people - which is really a pleasure to do.” Another challenge is communication. “There is nothing isolated about what we do,” says Aldridge. “Even when I’m alone in the rehearsal hall choreographing, it relates to all the different aspects.” That’s why she’s thankful for the collaborative spirit at Barter. “The fact that we all know each other and can call on each other or brainstorm makes the challenge fun – instead of frightening.” Aldridge’s creations are inspired by many sources. The director’s concept fuels her imagination and grounds her in the story. But she also adds, “Music inspires me a lot. Fabrics and color inspire me.” Her process for getting ideas from her head onto the stage is well thought out and organized. She described her system for plotting the big ballet number from “Singin’ in the Rain.” “Before I designed the costume colors I figured out where I wanted the all dancers to be, so that I could balance the colors. On a chart all the colors are there, the tops and bottoms, in a ray, and I have one for each section of that musical piece. I love playing with color like that.” When told that most people would not expect an artist’s approach to be so structured, Aldridge says it’s second nature. “I was always very organized growing up. I’m very orderly and like to organize a process for everything. And so, it’s funny, I don’t know that I’ve ever thought of myself as an artist, but I love that idea.” As hard working and creative as she is, Aldridge also graciously embraces her fellow collaborators with enthusiastic praise. “Amanda’s generosity of spirit allows her to celebrate and elevate the people around her,” says Campos. “She has the innate ability to recognize potential in people, and then give them the opportunity and space to explore it.” This gift is most likely one of the secrets of Aldridge’s success. Aldridge is quick to give credit to the collaborators who contribute to getting her designs onstage, the numerous people who do all of the patterning, the construction, the wigs and the crafts. But she has been the power driving the costume shop’s incredible growth from its humble beginnings as a staff of three, which included Aldridge herself serving as manager, designer, shopper, stitcher and doer of just about any other task necessary. Choosing a favorite show from her work proved difficult, but Aldridge says a few stand out as particularly memorable. “’Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ was the first time I figured out how to do an abstract design. It was very exciting to feel like I’d turned a corner.” Other shows in which she employed totally unique ideas include “Chicago,” “Les Miserables” and “Cabaret.” Aldridge considers her career at Barter Theatre a true blessing. The wonderful performers, collaborators and especially the chance to create art with her husband of 37 years made her time there a joy. “All of the people who work at Barter are family, and great, interesting people. It’s an honor to work with all of them.” She adds that living in Abingdon escalates the joy. “The people here make it such a pleasure. I wouldn’t trade it for anything – this theater, in this location.” A true artist makes their work look easy. Onlookers blissfully unaware of the toil and sweat simply enjoy its beauty. A true artist is a giving soul. Their intense labors of love produce bountiful feasts for the eyes and leave a magnificent legacy of treasures in their wake. Amanda Aldridge is a true artist. Bonny Gable is a former theaterprofessor and freelance writer based in Bristol, Virginia. She is a member of the A! Magazine for the Arts committee. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonny-gable-4a4767a1/ This Month's Calendar Jan 2-Feb 1 Jeff Chapman-Crane: Life in Appalachia on view at Arts Depot @The Arts Depot Art of Rick Harmon and Ned Johnson at Arts Depot @The Arts Depot Jan 2-Dec 31 Artists collected by Bill Brinkley are on display @The Arts Depot New Exhibitions Opening at the Emporium Center on Jan. 3 @Emporium Center for Arts & Culture Catherine Schrenker leads a watercolor class for teens @The Henderson Drawing Class for Children set @The Henderson Wednesday Art Gatherings begin @The Arts Depot Exhibit showcases nine artists @Kingsport Renaissance Center Southwest Virginia Cultural Center Kicks Off 2020 with New Art Exhibit @Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace Quilt Guild to meet in Marion @The Henderson Carvers Club meets at the Annex @Holston Mountain Artisans Music, movement and more at Gray and Jonesborough libraries @Gray and Jonesborough Libraries Paint-In to be held in Kingsport @Kingsport Renaissance Center Jonesborough Storytellers Guild to perform @International Storytelling Center Informal paint-ins in Abingdon @The Arts Depot Painters meet on Wednesdays in Kingsport @Kingsport Renaissance Center Crochet Club at Bristol library @Bristol Public Library Tennessee Landscapes by Mark Williams is on display at Bristol Public Library @Bristol Public Library Family Store Time in Damascus @Damascus (VA) Branch Library Jan10-31 Teen Writing Club at JCPL @Johnson City Public Library Drawing workshop at William King @William King Museum of Art Weekly events at JCPL @Johnson City Public Library Family Story Time at Mendota library @Mendota Branch Library New characters and twists in 'Cinderella' @Jonesborough Repertory Theatre 'The Glass Menagerie' to be staged in Kingsport @Kingsport Renaissance Center Jan 17-Feb 2 Knoxville Children's Theatre presents 'Alice in Wonderland' @Knoxville Children's Theatre Alice in Wonderland on stage in Knoxville @Knoxville Children's Theatre Tri-City Mass Choir celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. program @Various Venues Auditions for "The Sound of Music" @Jonesborough Community Theatre Art Rosenbaum to speak Jan. 13 @East Tennessee State University A Civil Rights-Herstory episode Jan. 20 @Emory & Henry College Foreigner performs at NPAC @Niswonger Performing Arts Center Community jam on Jan. 21 @Birthplace of Country Music Museum Sycamore Shoals Park events @Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area Outdoor and abstract photos displayed at Tusculum gallery @Tusculum College 'Daughter of the Struggle' to be performed in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. @East Tennessee State University Barter Theatre Announces 2020 Lineup for College Playwrights Festival @Barter Theatre Aug 1-Jan 31 Marty Stuart Photography Exhibit at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum @Birthplace of Country Music Museum Sep 19-May 22 Knoxville Choral Society announces 2019-2020 concert season @Tennessee Theatre Art classes for kids set @Kingsport Dec 31-Feb 2 "Undercurrent – Art Brown" ongoing exhibit at WKMA @William King Museum of Art	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28669
__label__wiki	0.550799	0.550799	Home —> About Us —> Donate/Gifts to AAPOR Thank you in advance for your generosity in supporting the American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR). Your donation will help AAPOR fulfill its mission and priorities in the field of public opinion and survey research. All contributions are tax deductible and can be made easily and securely through the website. The following are the funds and priorities to which you may designate your contribution. Click on any of the links to go to the donation form for that fund: AAPOR General Fund Burns "Bud" Roper Fellow Award Fund Seymour Sudman Fund Heritage Interview Series Fund WAPOR/AAPOR Janet A. Harkness Student Paper Award Fund AAPOR's fundraising efforts are intended to support projects, awards and activities in the field of public opinion research that are beyond the scope of the association's annual budget. Gifts to AAPOR fall into two categories – the General Fund (Council-designated), and specific restricted funds (the Seymour Sudman Fund, the Roper Fellow Award Fund and the Heritage Interview Series Fund). AAPOR is also a partner with WAPOR and encourages contributions to the WAPOR/AAPOR Janet A. Harkness Student Paper Award Fund. Contributions to the Harkness Fund are passed back directly to WAPOR. Download a contribution form AAPOR General Fund (Council-designated): Gifts made to AAPOR’s General Fund can be directed by the Executive Council to meet needs identified in any of the following areas: Your gift supports the AAPOR Student Travel Awards established to fund graduate student attendance at the AAPOR Annual Conference. Your gift can help underwrite the cost of expanding educational programs such as webinars, online courses and regional workshops. Your gift can help us fulfill the promise of the Transparency Initiative. We have an unprecedented opportunity to influence how research organizations document their work, to increase the confidence of data consumers and to establish a rich archive for methodological research. Your gift can give AAPOR an even larger voice in public discussions of polls and surveys, reinforcing the critically important principles of our Code. We can extend our outreach to young researchers and students and expand production of Task Force reports. We can serve as a catalyst and organizer of research on pressing methodological questions. Restricted Funds: Contribute to the annual Burns "Bud" Roper Fellow Award program, named for the late Burns "Bud" Roper who provided a substantial bequest in his will to establish the fund. Roper Award Fellows are members whose primary work responsibilities are related to survey research or public opinion and who have recently started their careers. They receive financial assistance to help them attend the annual conference and/or participate in conference short courses; most are first-time conference attendees. Since 2005, over 40 Roper Fellows have received recognition. The Seymour Sudman Fund was created in 2003 in the memory of Seymour Sudman, following a generous contribution from Ed Blair, a former graduate student of Sudman's. The fund supports the annual Seymour Sudman Student Paper Competition Award. The Award honors the best student paper presented at the AAPOR annual conference. The AAPOR Heritage Interview Series Fund was initiated in 2002 as a way to preserve knowledge about the founding of the public opinion research profession, the development of new ideas that have had a lasting effect on the work we do, and the growth of AAPOR itself. Since 2002, the Heritage Interview Committee has interviewed 27 individuals who have made significant contributions to our field. Nearly all of the interviews are now available for AAPOR members to view online. The effort is ongoing. Co-Sponsored Award Fund: The WAPOR/AAPOR Janet A. Harkness Student Paper Award Fund was established in 2013 in fond memory of Dr. Harkness, internationally recognized for her contributions to cross-cultural survey methodology. The award recognizes emerging young scholars in the study of multi-national/multi-cultural/multi-lingual survey research (aka 3M survey research) by offering a cash prize and support for participation in the WAPOR/AAPOR Conference. The WAPOR/AAPOR Janet A. Harkness Student Paper Award Fund is co-sponsored by WAPOR and AAPOR. All contributions to the Harkness Fund are passed back directly to WAPOR. We encourage you to make your tax-deductible contribution to AAPOR today! Nancy Mathiowetz, Development Committee Chair Planned Giving: You may also choose to make a planned gift to AAPOR, or include the association as a beneficiary in your will. Planned giving allows you to keep your values alive and active through the workings of the association after you’re gone. It allows you to make a substantial donation to AAPOR now without depleting your day-to-day income or retirement assets. Find out more about Planned Giving.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28670
__label__wiki	0.663113	0.663113	AJC Investigations AJC Columnists Long-term Senior Care Political Insider Atlanta Debate County By County All County By County Events in Atlanta Atlanta Music Scene AJC Dining Guides Holidays in Atlanta My Atlanta Flashback Photos Inspire Atlanta Atlanta Living & Arts Private Quarters Braves/MLB UGA/DawgNation Falcons/NFL Atlanta United/MLS Georgia Tech/ACC Hawks/NBA State Sports Report In The Game with Harrah’s AJC Super 11 All Subscribers Only Activate My Account The Woodward Academy Adult Choir practices in the school's chapel in College Park on January 24th, 2019. For AJC Top Workplaces story. (Photo by Phil Skinner) Photo: Phil Skinner Woodward Academy: Top Large Workplace Lori Johnston, Fast Copy News Service Private school continues to hit all the right notes More than 4,300 companies were nominated or asked to participate in the 2019 Top Workplaces contest by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and its partner, Energage (formerly Workplace Dynamics). Employees across the metro area responded to print and online solicitations that began appearing in September. Using survey results, a list of 150 workplaces was compiled, consisting of 20 large companies (500 or more employees), 55 midsize companies (150-499 employees) and 75 small companies (149 or fewer employees). Woodward Academy’s new faculty choir has something to sing about. The private school is once again Atlanta’s top-ranked large company. It has been ranked first or second every year since The AJC’s Top Workplaces began. With campuses in College Park and Johns Creek, Woodward Academy’s faculty teaches 2,635 students in grades pre-K through 12. Read more about the AJC’s 2019 Top Workplaces here. The choir joins an vast list of ways Woodward’s more than 650 employees bond when not in the classroom. The school also offers cooking and art classes, yoga, and boot camps. That sense of community is why some students return to Atlanta’s oldest prep school as teachers. “Woodward gave me the tools in so many ways to be successful in life,” said David-Aaron Roth, who graduated from Woodward in 2010. “There’s a ton of alums who work at this school. It’s because we value the home and the community that is created here not only as a student but then as a faculty member.” Roth joined the faculty full time in the 2016-2017 school year and is an Upper School English teacher and service learning coordinator. And although third-grade teacher Amber French didn’t attend Woodward, her siblings did. She would attend events at the school with them. “Something told me that that was a special place to be,” she said. “I said, ‘One day I’m going to be part of that community.’ French started as a permanent substitute teacher, to get her foot in the door, and is now in her fifth year of teaching at Woodward. » These are the top 20 large workplace winners for 2019 Employees say administrators at Woodward are approachable and supportive, which school president Stuart Gulley encourages. Gulley tells faculty and staff they can approach him if they have any questions, concerns or comments. And they take him up on it. One employee, who works with the evening household staff, told Gulley that he and his co-workers were never mentioned among staff who make a difference at the school. Gulley realized the man was right and thanked him for being honest. “This was a way of him helping me grow as a leader and understanding the full scope of what it takes on the part of everyone here to make this a healthy and aesthetically pleasing community,” Gulley said. “For someone to feel like when they see me out on campus and to walk up to me and to offer a comment, that is the kind of community I hope I’m fostering here and I hope that Woodward stands for.” Woodward also encourages its teachers to pursue professional development and training opportunities. For example, French attended a National Association of Independent Schools People of Color Conference in California. “I grew as an educator, and actually, as a person, because it helped me see things differently,” she said. Collaboration and conversation The STL (Summit for Transformative Learning) in ATL conference brings in top-rated speakers, Gulley said, and and provides an intentional professional development opportunity for Woodward teachers and instructional aides. “We feel like this has been a real benefit for our employees in that they appreciate that it’s something that is local, that the topics are relevant, that they have between sessions to debrief with their colleagues on what they’re learning,” Gulley said. Roth, who is paired with a faculty mentor, said he seeks advice on classroom strategies and student engagement from teachers in other departments. “I believe that the people who work at this school are the experts in their field,” he said. Employees also praise the small class sizes and resources to spend on supplies as ways the school helps them maintain a work-life balance. French has a teacher’s assistant who helps with lesson planning, grading and sending emails, which frees up time for French to spend with her children. “Because of her, I’m able to be mom outside of school,” she said. The high school faculty is three years into a major change in its daily schedule. Instead of one planning period per day, they now have two. Also, Gulley said, teachers have more opportunities to collaborate with peers because every nine days is a late start day for high school students. “The idea was to try to make the day less frenetic for our students as well as for our teachers,” Gulley said. “We have attempted for our employees to provide a schedule that has been responsive to concerns that we heard about the freneticism of the day.” Keeping it up Woodward’s benefits begin on an employee’s first day. They range from medical insurance with a low deductible and no co-insurance plans, to short- and long-term disability and flex spending accounts. Employees can save for retirement using a 403(b) plan through TIAA, and after one year, Woodward matches 100 percent of an employee’s contribution up to 6 percent of their annual earnings. Free lunch, including options for dietary preferences and restrictions, is served daily. “You are being supported. You are being fed,” Roth said. “And you are feeling that this is your family and this is your home.” It’s a home two employees have been in for 42 years. Since new hires could work at Woodward for decades, Gulley said, the school conducts a thorough and rigorous review of prospective candidates. During an on-campus interview, the candidate meets a broad base of people, and teachers are asked to lead a class and interact with the students. “We are all very fortunate to be a part of one of Atlanta’s longstanding institutions, now 119 years old. We’ve been given a significant gift in trying to continue the legacy of this place,” Gulley said. “In doing it, we really believe that we represent Atlanta at its best here.” Support real journalism. Support local journalism. Subscribe to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution today. See offers. Your subscription to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution funds in-depth reporting and investigations that keep you informed. Thank you for supporting real journalism. AJC Newsroom NIE/Newspapers in Education SMS & Alerts © 2018 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. All Rights Reserved. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Learn about careers at Cox Enterprises. hour1: 8:00 AM + 25 + 10 hour2: 9:00 AM + 27 + 12 hour3: 10:00 AM + 29 + 10 Brian Monahan 10:00 AM 29°	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28683
__label__cc	0.604873	0.395127	Drill Schedule Congratulations to our own ENS Jeanny Sanger, USN! Alamo Battalion alumna ENS Jeanny Sanger graduated from the US Naval Academy this past May. Upon graduating, she earned a Bachelors of Science in Robotics and Control Engineering, and was commissioned an Ensign in the US Navy. She earned many great opportunities through the Naval Academy to include different sports teams, leadership billets, and summer trainings. Two of her proudest athletic achievements was finishing a half-Ironman with the Endurance Team her junior year and when her Cycling Team won the conference championships her senior year. She says she learned the most about leadership during her senior year where she was Operations Officer in the fall and Academics Officer in the spring. With both positions, she says the hardest parts are delegating tasks, being proactive, and managing deadlines. Her favorite summer trainings were doing Plebe Summer three times (once as a plebe, the second time as a Company Administrative Officer, and the final time as the Regimental Physical Missions Officer) and when she got to travel to Peru and Brazil to explore ancient and modern engineering. Her scariest day was when she interviewed to join the Nuclear Community. The interviews included two technical interviews and a separate interview with the four-star admiral in charge of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. She prepared for months leading up to the interviews and ended up discussing honey-bees for a large portion of the admiral interview. She passed all of her interviews and is now part of the Submarine Warfare Community. She will head down to Charleston for further training before being assigned to a submarine as a division officer. ENS Sanger’s consistent hard work and determination has gotten her far – from her early days as a Sea Cadet, to her busy midshipman days, and now as a submarine officer. She owes a lot of her preparation for the Navy to the USNSCC Alamo Battalion. They taught her the naval lingo like what a “bulkhead” was, how to shine shoes, and gave her some of her first leadership opportunities. She is forever grateful of her time with the Sea Cadets. To anyone looking to join the Naval Academy, ENS Sanger’s biggest tip is to focus on the big 3 things that admissions is looking for: academics, athletics, and volunteer work. She is always open to further questions and looks forward to seeing some of Alamo Battalion out in the fleet! INST Patrick Conroy, NSCC Public Affairs Officer Cadet Stories Drill Announcements	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28684
__label__cc	0.71389	0.28611	Strange stuff from Pharyngula I don’t, in general, read my fellow science blogs. Not because I hate them, you understand, but because they talk about other stuff. But I was lead to Inventing excuses for a Bible story, and getting them published in a science journal? and was immeadiately struck by (a) how strident it seemed, and (b) how backwards it all seemed. (a) I can excuse: I’m sure I seem the same fairly often, but hopefully not too often (b). Side note: I was “accused” recently of being tedious in my writing on wikipedia, at which I vigourously protested. But it became clear that she actually meant “tendentious” which isn’t great but is certainly much better (old joke: deaf old Oirish Catholic grandmother: and what do you do now, grandaughter? Grandaughter (embarrased, low voice, mumbles): I’m a prostitute. Grandmother (outraged): what did you say? Grandaughter: repeats, louder. Grandmother: Oh thank heavens, I thought you said you were a Protestant). Anyway, where was I? Oh yes: someone has published a harmless paper with hydrodynamic modelling about whether the fabled crossing of the Red Sea by the Israelites could be explained simply by wind forcing exposing some mudflats or reef. I read a bit of it (here it is, if you want to) but not enough to tell if it was any good. It reminded me of what I was taught in school, oooh, must be (thinks) 30 years ago. Much the same story, though with less detail. And we were taught by a proper C of E clergyman too, I tell you. In those days, “explaining away” the miracles of the bible was quite fashionable; perhaps it still is. But PZ gets this completely backwards, altough bizarrely he also realises this, because if you can explain away all the miracles that is evidence against God, not in favour of it. so all the outrage and huffing and puffing is completely off target. Far better would have been a gentle mocking piece called something like “even the believers don’t believe” or somesuch. I also find his “If a paper like this were plopped on my desk for review, I’d be calling the editor to ask if it was a joke. If it wasn’t, I’d laugh and reject it”. PZ knows nothing about hydrodynamics or ocean modelling. If this paper landed on his desk the only honourable thing for him to do would be to return it with a polite note saying that it was outside his field of competency to review. Also, PZ has been rather careless with some of his sniping: It’s also troubling that this work actually got funded by NCAR and the Office of Naval Research. Why? I suspect that sympathetic Christians somewhere in the administration gave bad Christian research a pass… looks wrong (as pointed out in the comments [1]. The authors are funded; it doens’t look like this study specifically was. This looks like the kind of stuff one sees the septics pushing in the Global Warming arena. But PZ has no excuse: he is a scientist, and he knows how funding works. Incidentally, there is a whole pile of speculation in PZ’s comments about where the idea for this came from, and why they bothered, etc etc. I think the answer is obvious: they were interested in the idea, and most importantly they had a model they could conveniently reconfigure to run this case, and computer time to run it. So they did. Ha: and while I’m on disturbing reminders of GW: how about this from the comments: I just talked to Drew via email, and he claims he performed this research ON HIS OWN TIME. I intend to write to NCAR and request and audit of his time there to verify that he used no government funded resources, and also to inquire why NCAR’s name was attached to this research in any way shape or form. Does that kind of (threatened) harassment remind you of anything? I felt moved to comment over there: PZ: you know (professionally) nothing about hydrodynamics. If this paper passed your desk for review, your only correct response would be to decline on the grounds of lack of competence. https://wmconnolley.wordpress.com/2010/09/strange_stuff_from_pharyngula.php Some of the comments on this thread are appalling. In particular I intend to write to NCAR and request and audit of his time there to verify that… looks very much like the kind of harassment that cliamte scientists have been subjected to by the septics. This is a harmless little paper. It may well not be great science, but if anything it deserves gentle mockery not vitriol. [Note: visitors from P are welcome. However, make sure you’re aware of the comment policy which may not be as free-n-easy as you’re used to. In particular, insulting other commenters, or simply repeating yourself, aren’t welcome. I’ve already deleted some comments -W] [Update: from Chris, over in the comments there, an important point: It’s well worth, in my opinion, standing firmly for the principle of academic freedom. I wish I’d said that too.] [Update: another aspect I forgot and shouldn’t have (from Chris C in the comments): There’s a larger issue here: the importance of a playful attitude in the pursuit of knowledge. Yes! Lets not take this stuff too seriously. We have to work, but it doesn’t all have to be grind. We can have fun too, and should.] [Thanks to the indefatiguable Hank for digging out Sci-Fi atmospheres by Ray Pierrehumbert. I haven’t seen that before. Meanwhile, BCL has found some more govt-sponsored trash that PZ will doubtless be attacking :-)] Author wmconnolleyPosted on September 23, 2010 Categories fun, religionTags going ballistic, israelites, pz, red sea 93 thoughts on “Strange stuff from Pharyngula” Thomas Lee Elifritz says: Harmless? Since when does the Navy, National Science Foundation, National Center for Atmospheric Research and University Corporation for Atmospheric Research consider funding and thus wasting valuable taxpayer’s dollars on the wet dream of a self admitted Jesus freak and bible thumper? You need to get your freakin priorities straight. The paper and its author are a joke, make our federally funding research laboratories look stupid, and are a waste of valuable time and resources. Plus the author lied to me about the funding in an email. He should be fired forthwith, and there should be an investigation of the NSF for funding this kind of obvious crap. If you are interested, I’ve blobbed it, since either the scienceblogs software doesn’t allow embedded links, or I screwed up the link. The guy is a software engineer, and this paper makes NCAR look really bad, and you complaining about its blogospheric coverage makes you look really bad as well. It’s complete tripe, pure and simple. > explained simply by wind forcing Seems like a straightforward exercise in establishing the baseline natural variability, against which to evaluate any claims that anything is attributable to some new and extraordinary forcing. After all, if it happens again, someone’s going to blame it on climate change, UFOs, your deity of choice, or some combination thereof — and this kind of study can be referenced to say, nope, could’ve happened any time, nothing unusual going on here. Add some curry to spice it up if it’s too bland. Good grief. Apparently, linking to your fellow science bloggers brings forth angry people. Or at least, an angry person. Silly/fun publications are not unheard of. Somebody develops some tools, and uses them for something silly on the side. It then gets more attention than it’s worth. Silly/fun publications are not unheard of. Sure, if Mr. Drews wants to run his simulations on his home computer and on his own time, fine, but he used federally funded supercomputers and a federal grant, and lied about it. And you continue to support that kind of behavior. Go USA! Chris Ho-Stuart says: Academic freedom, anyone? And while we are at it… the idea that all non-USA people should butt out of comment on this is bizarre. Cheers — Chris Google the name, folks, just Google the name. Before you reply to anything, Google the name. @ carrot eater: “It then gets more attention than it’s worth.” Notably from CNN and the BBC. Don’t tell me PLoS ONE wasn’t aware that this stuff would draw media attention! Science journals are not above using sensationalism, for the same reasons other journals do: it gets publicity. @ Hank Roberts: Interesting speculation. But then, it’s not the aim of the actual paper, is it? It’s about a possible natural explanation of a totally fictitious story (since we know that no Pharaoh drowned with his whole army in the Red Sea around 1200 BC, or at any other time, for that matter). Indeed, and I have the academic freedom to notify Carl Drews bosses that I consider it a travesty that [snip – WMC. There is no need to repeat yourself] SteveF says: The absurdly over the top response from the Pharyngula crowds is nicely exemplified by “Thomas Lee Elifritz” (who he?). A few runs of an open source model isn’t exactly the Large Hadron Collider. Atmoz says: stoats should filter out the rabids. [Wabbits? I’ve only just woken up -W] Rosie Redfield says: Given that the peer reviewers found that the science was fine, I think the researcher’s motivation is largely irrelevant. And there can’t be many scientists who have never used the computers provided by their employers or granting agencies for research that falls outside of the officially approved project. Kengi says: If the paper had been explaining an actual historical event, or proposing a reason for a particular fossil find, I can see how it might be of value to science. If it had been studying the meteorological and geological phenomenon in general, it would have been fine. The paper, however, took a make-believe story and “investigated” an explanation for it. It’s like the really bad Discovery Channel programs about how it was actually possible for the ancient Greeks to build a Trojan horse. [Why does it matter whether the historical event was real or not? Its just a hydrodynamics paper, tied to an interesting peg. If you don’t find the peg interesting, thats all right, you can just ignore it. When I ran GCMs, I sometimes ran simulations of “aquaplanets” – ie, the whole world was completely covered in water (well, nearly). People still do such stuff today. Will you tell me those runs were totally fictitious, and therefore valueless? -W] The Iliad was just a story, perhaps based on some actual war, told by Homer. It’s still hard to say with confidence there was even an actual “Trojan war”, though evidence has been mounting. There is not a bit of evidence, however, for the specifics of any strategies or battles in such a war. The same applies to the Bible story. It’s hard to say there was even such an exodus never mind the details made up in the stories about it. Ajax, Achilles, Paris, Moses, et al, were just characters made up for a nice story to tell. Anyone who sets out to prove that the Trojan Horse existed, or the Red Sea was parted, is not doing science. The “research” doesn’t belong in a science journal. It belongs on the Discovery Channel. ‘He‘ is a United States citizen who is sick and tired of my federal government funding religious nonsense, and who has decided to fight back against it. Carl Drews is a federally funded researcher who has taken it upon himself to use his federal funding to pursue a religious pet project, and then who decided to lie about the origin of his funding in an email to me when I complained. Then William Connelley decides to liken my complaints to illegally hacking emails and harassing British climate scientists who are actually doing research critical to global security. I live in a country where United States senators and representatives invoke the bible and god on the house and senate floor regularly in clear conflict with the constitution they have taken an oath to protect and defend, and I’m not about to take any s h i t from anyone who thinks I don’t have a right to complain about that, and that I don’t have a right to demand that they be fired forthwith. Fortunately, that just involves voting them out. Carl Drews is no different. He is guilty of misusing his federal funds, and then he lied to me about it. Game over. I can complain, and he can be fired if his bosses decide to fire him, or even better, they can take a good hard look at where their management procedures went horribly wrong here. My complaint isn’t about the peer review, they can do whatever they want, and my complaint isn’t about Mr. Drews motivations, that’s fairly clear, he’s a religious fanatic. My complaint is about his federal funding of his religious pet project. Get it? It is not in the purview of the federal government, and superficial research has already shown that the phenomenon under consideration has already been observed, rendering its need for physical explanation moot. I see that sort of thing all the time in hurricanes. Anyone who sets out to prove that the Trojan Horse existed, or the Red Sea was parted, is not doing science. They didn’t set out to prove that the Red Sea was parted. They set out to see if there was a plausible physical mechanism that might provide a context to some ancient mythology. They come from the perspective of treating “the Exodus 14 narrative as an interesting and ancient story of uncertain origin.” You don’t have to be religious to do this, you might just have an interest in old stories. Indeed, they’re not the first researchers to do this – Doron Nof did something similar over a decade ago: http://www.doronnof.net/red-sea.php I don’t see any particular problem with this kind of minor little investigation. Even if it happens to be a bit pointless, it certainly doesn’t warrant the absurdly hyperbolic reaction it has recieved. You seem to be very angry. Perhaps you should go for a lie down. SteveF #17: They set out to see if there was a plausible physical mechanism that might provide a context to some ancient mythology. Next I’m looking forward to the materials science research showing how it was possible for old world European cobblers to construct glass slippers for stepdaughters destined to become princesses. Or perhaps we should stick with meteorology and show how it really is possible for wolves to blow down houses, especially when those houses were constructed using differing techniques of common suidae. The paper is a poorly veiled attempt to support a Bible story as a literal event. Are you an American Steve? [Snip – WMC] [What is all this nationalism stuff creeping in? -W] E.V. says: 60+ mph sustained winds along a narrow channel (4 hours?!!) is pretty silly by any standards. Marching a large crowd of refugees into it is ridiculous, but then most myths are. It wasn’t just a simulation for a lark – this little study was an attempt to overlap those Non-Overlapping Magisteria the Templeton Foundation, and evidently the people who sponsored this little study, are so fond of promoting. Your tax dollars at work – trying to make science and Judeo-Christian lore partners. Now lets see the modeling for a flying horse for Mohammad on his trip to Baghdad. cricket… cricket… ‘ thought so. Gasp! Look, there’s ANOTHER one: http://www.google.com/search?q=black+sea+flood and … and … ANOTHER!: http://www.noradsanta.org/ Watch the skies!!!: http://beforeitsnews.com/story/177/903/Retired_NORAD_Officer_Predicts_a_Worldwide_UFO_Display_on_October_13,_2010.html Now, focus for a minute. There are stories from before writing was invented. Mostly lost. A few got written down. Some are about improbable things or things people thought, maybe still think, are just impossible. Stars that move. Rocks that fall from the sky. Rains of frogs. Great floods. Parting of the Red Sea. UFOs. Who’s to say for sure none of these could have any basis in reality? Give ideas a chance. If someone’s abusing privilege or priorities, it will become obvious fairly soon that he’s a crank wasting people’s time. By their works …. wait, where’s that quote from? [Ha ha, you know better than to put in 3 links 🙂 -W] Psst — folks, William gave the link, you can read the paper. This bit is relevant to assess the reliability of the assumptions made in some of the comments above: “Scientific literature from the 19th century contains a description of a wind setdown event that occurred in the eastern Nile delta. Major-General Alexander B. Tulloch of the British Army reported this event happening on Lake Manzala in January or February 1882 ….” Snardly Barfinton says: If you want a good laugh, google ‘setdown’ in scholar. #21 “60+ mph sustained winds along a narrow channel (4 hours?!!) is pretty silly by any standards” Chinook winds can exceed 75mph and last for several hours, causing effects that are localized to within less than 50 miles. It is also common in areas with large tidal variations, such as the Normandy coast, for high winds or storms to greatly change the amount of beach exposed or flooded during tidal changes. Such possible weather events were a major factor in D-Day invasion planning. So the possibility of such an event described in the paper is not unheard of. It just requires the proper conditions. I see no great harm in looking at conditions in the Middle east to see if such an windstorm is possible, since the area is famous for large sandstorms. Its not earth shaking research, but it certainly is not an endorsement of biblical miracles. Left at PZ’s: I second @132. This seems entirely wrong-headed. The idea of PZ reviewing this is absurd, the threat of demanding an audit of the author’s time is eerily reminiscent of the crap the denialists pull, and the proposition that because something is alleged to occur in the Bible it shouldn’t be investigated by modern science is precisely the opposite of what I would assume rational skeptics would propose. There have been a legion of attempts to test the plausibility of physical phenomena that appear in religious texts/oral traditions. They can be a valuable source of scientific investigation. The tone of many of these comments smacks of the same tribalism and groupthink that the same commentors claim to abhor. Krajick, K. (2005): Tracking myth to geological reality. Science, 310, 762â764, doi:10.1126/science.310.5749.762. [Available here for those like me without subs -W] Chinook winds can exceed 75mph and last for several hours, causing effects that are localized to within less than 50 miles. Yeah, those snow capped Egyptian peaks on the Red Sea are well known. And hordes of people can trek through 75mph winds? You seem to have left that part out, Jim. Dan Satterfield says: WC has it right. Not a biggy. Not worthy of acting like the nutters in climate denial. I would suggest some more aggressive editorial control over the comments though. [Now in place, so it may look like this comment wasn’t warranted -W] Rattus Norvegicus says: This idea has been floating out there for a while. The day before I saw the presser on this I watched — while trying to fall asleep — an old (circa 2002) show on History Channel International which put forth a similar hypothesis. I can’t call this paper great science (at best it seems like science fiction) but hey, you got it right. No miracle needed, if indeed the Exodus ever happened as described in the bible. Oddly enough, I don’t remember the outrage over a similar study that proposed a skim of ice allowing the “miracle” of Jesus “walking on water”. Recalling a study discussed in Ice, Mud, and Blood: Nof, D., et al. (2006): Is There a Paleolimnological Explanation for “Walking on Water” in the Sea of Galilee? Journal of Paleolimnology, 35, 417-439, doi:10.1007/s10933-005-1996-1. Sigmund says: Sorry William but I think you’ve got this one wrong. If it was simply a question of hydrodynamic modeling – for instance, about wind forces causing mud flats to be exposed in a shallow lagoon site – then it can have some scientific merit, although it is not particularly novel and thus not suitable for a journal with the impact factor of Plos One. [I think that is an arguable point, but a erasonable one. If so, any criticism should largely be directed at Plos One for their editorial standards – after all, you can’t blame people for submitting papers to journals above their station (if that is so: I should emphasise that I left science before Plos became major (if indeed it is) and that I’ve only read about 1/3 of the paper) -W] The reason it is getting all the attention is that it tries to use the hydrodynamic modeling to explain a ‘historical’ event. There’s no way such a story would get into PLoS One without the religious angle attached to it and the fact that some people view it as a real historical event. Does anyone think you could get a paper in PLoS One trying to give a natural explanation for one of the miracles of Thor or Hercules? [Some seem to disagree with you. But Nature has been similarly guilty of publishing stuff primarily for its impact factor rather than intrinsic worth. I’ve argued against that before (see here, though now I look back I can see the point I’m making here is only implicit in the headline. Incidentally, I came across Latif saying a good thing, which I recoemmend reading). So to be clear: yes I agree that journals publishing research merely because they know it discusses a controversial and exciting topic, and will make a splash in the meeja, and thereby dropping their editorial standards, is a Bad Thing -W] The religious or mythological aspect, however, does not rule out real science being done – we can look at the real archaeology associated with places like Troy and Jericho for examples of this. What it does mean, however is that one must apply rigor to the review of these aspects of the story as well as the hydrodynamics. Even apart from the extreme lack of physical or historical evidence for the Jewish captivity and exodus from Egypt there is a glaring problem with the model proposed by Drews that I think the reviewers have not addressed, namely that the model requires the fleeing Jews – all several hundred thousand of them – to be fleeing directly headfirst into 74 mph winds. On the Beaufort scale we are talking of the border between gale and violent storm and this will have to be consistently blowing for hours on end in order for the water channel to remain open. The authors laughingly describe this scenario as probably being ‘memorable’ to those who experienced it! [Perhaps I’m showing my biases. As a modeller, I was considering this primarily as a modelling paper. But I’ve just scanned it again, and I think I’m right: it is a modelling paper, and (just as many other papers do) it is dressed up with some relevance. So I disagree that it should have been judged on its archaeology, because that is a minor part (or the scientific content) -W] In conclusion I would suggest that it is wrong to consider this as being an average paper on hydrodynamic modeling. It should be considered a bad archaeology paper that happens to use good hydrodynamic data to make an insufficiently supported archaeological claim and as such it should not have been accepted in PLoS One. P. Lewis says: Hang on a min. Have I missed something? Notwithstanding any funding impropriety that there may (or may not) be — advertised for all to see in the publication — a dyed-in-the-wool Christian and his believing or nonbelieving acolyte attempt to explain what The Book describes as a Divine intervention by postulating that the said “event” does not require Divine intervention at all. Have I got that right? Now where are the fundies, ripping this work to shreds because it casts doubt on the figment who must be obeyed’s word? Zealots rool! WMC, you must have wanted to get your numbers up for the end of the month, yes? 🙂 Politics and religion, guaranteed to turn any Friday night down at the pub into a bun fight. P. Lewis (lifetime atheist) [Ah, you have spotted my cunning plan. What do you think my next target should be? -W] Beaker says: @Sigmund: “Does anyone think you could get a paper in PLoS One trying to give a natural explanation for one of the miracles of Thor or Hercules? ” Well, actually yes, I think you could. Basically, you take an extreme event and see whether such an event could plausibly occur. Mythology is a good source for such extreme events and my guess is that such studies have been done. It happens more often with the bible, because that is a book our culture knows best. “What it does mean, however is that one must apply rigor to the review of these aspects of the story as well as the hydrodynamics.” Why? It’s a hydrodynamics paper. They did a simple modeling exercise on a fictitious event. They research one aspect of the story. Your putting limits on this research that isn’t even put on serious research. Sorry, no. It’s not an archeological paper. It’s a modeling exercise. Slowjoe says: Gotta love the inquisitor going after NCAR for a time audit. Considering that I’m a GW sceptic (and indeed, one that applauds the FOI requests to CRU), I’ve got to say that I can’t express how hostile I am to this witch-hunting bigot. Rationalising, I guess I’m ok with requests for data, but not with requests looking to harass. But that’s a thin line, and this story unnerves me. I have no truck with this idiot. At all. David MarjanoviÄ says: The really strange thing about the paper is that one author is an Old-Earth creationist. Incidentally, Thomas Lee Elifritz has been killfiled by several Pharyngulite regulars for his… strange behavior in climate change denialism threads. Apparently we made him feel sufficiently unwelcome that he hasn’t come back since the last such thread several months ago. [I think I remember him, possibly from sci.env days. Eli? -W] Birger Johansson says: PZ has been conditioned to regard all religion stuff as hostile, due to the extreme prevalence of fundies and politicized religion in the U S. In this particular case, he is mistaking a flapping turkey for an inbound strategic bomber. I am reminded of the T-shirt worn by Jon Stewart: “Take it down a notch for America” 🙂 Yes, I do like Jon Stewart. He knows humor is a great way to fight religious bigotry, BTW. [http://www.rallytorestoresanity.com/ looks good. A long way for me to go. But I like “If we had to sum up the political view of our participants in a single sentence… we couldn’t. That’s sort of the point.” -W] Oh, I know you were being rhetorical WMC, but state executions of women (or men for that matter), gun control, possibly/probably ending a moratorium on building on occupied territory that doesn’t belong to you as a means to end talks you don’t really want to be involved in, religious/racial hatred arrests in Gateshead (also see PZM for that, too), …, hockey sticks;-) Take your pick. They’ll all bring out the zanies, the zombies and the zealots. Your advertisers will love you for it, and you’ll have lots of material on the cutting room floor 🙂 But first have a read of the European Convention on Human Rights provisos concerning the guarantee to “freedom of expression” and the UK specific provisos enshrined in UK law under the Human Rights Act and also see the Public Order Act 1986, Part 3A: Hatred against persons on religious grounds, 29B Use of words or behaviour or display of written material, para (2) and other paras thereabouts to see where PZM, when he says they had their own copy and destroyed it â¦ they did nothing illegal. But they’re still arrested, and the police are making excuses. might not be right on that score. On second thoughts, you’d best delete this message, having read it of course, ‘cos it’ll bring out the zanies, the zombies and the zealots… and I have work to do to, lots of it unfortunately. 😦 The original comment was questioning whether winds of such strength and duration can exist. I gave examples. The question is could such winds occur in the middle east for other reasons? Isn’t the purpose of science to investigate new questions? I don’t think this is any kind of serious research, but its a fun problem in meteorology, and I see no harm in this paper. I apologize for double posting but I just couldn’t resist. Pictures of a snow capped egyptian peak. About 30 miles from the Red Sea: http://www.snow-forecast.com/resorts/Jabal-Katherina I learn so many cool things from these internet discussions. Hope you enjoy. 🙂 With regard to old European glass shoes/slippers: though largely or even wholly ornamental, search for Caspar Wistar and glass shoes. On Canis lupus‘s porcine hunting expedition, I would suggest it’s the laziness and poor building skills of Sus domesticas one and two that were the issue with their houses tumbling down, not said lupine’s exhalation feats. Straw and wooden houses can be built to very exacting standards indeed. William and Beaker, you both agree that this is a modeling paper but I think you are not addressing a critical point of the model. As far as I can tell the model has two section: 1) It suggests a plausible mechanism for the exposure of a land bridge in a relatively shallow body of water. – I have no problem with that part. 2) It suggests that the land bridge could be a plausible route for a large group of people to transverse in a short time period. This is the part that I have reservations about. Even if you ignore the archaeology and treat the whole paper as a fun speculation you are left with a model suggesting that several hundred thousand people (young, old, infirm and their livestock) could cross the mudflats by heading directly into almost hurricane force winds. If you think the second part of the model is unimportant then you are left with a rather mundane and unoriginal paper speculating on how a high wind can expose a mudflat – hardly worthy of PLoS One. [So, yes, I don’t think the paper is really about (2), because that isn’t modelling. As to the importance, I think we likely agree -W] Sigmund, (#40), you say that the paper “suggests that the land bridge could be a plausible route for a large group of people to transverse in a short time period”. What part of the paper do you mean? Here’s the link again. Dynamics of Wind Setdown at Suez and the Eastern Nile Delta. I don’t see this alleged second part of the model. There’s a brief mention of implications of times and strong winds for a mixed group; but it hardly raises to the level of being part of the model! I don’t see numbers for a group used at all. By the by; the raw numbers in Genesis are certainly an enormous exaggeration if in fact there was any historical seed to the story; but that’s a side issue not mentioned in the paper that I can see. I consider that the real merits of the paper are completely independent of this alleged second part of the model on large groups. The real merit or otherwise is in the hydrodynamics. I’m not enough of an expert to judge whether or not the results are worthy of publication. I don’t accept a bland assertion that it is not. It doesn’t have to be earth shattering (it certainly doesn’t seem to be) but publishable? I don’t see the problem. The discussion is a little more sophisticated than simply whether a mud flat can be exposed, and it looks at first site to be a credible kind of test case for the modeling system used, with a bonus (at least, I think it is a bonus) of having a bit of wider interest and association with prior less technically developed papers on the same hypothesis. Eli, being an old bunny remembers a great deal of speculation on this about the time ol’ Cecile B filmed his “Ten Commandments”. Now Eli, silly bunny, thinks that the navy might be seriously interested in conditions when a ground crossing of the Red Sea might be possible, so an attack on those grounds does not appear very fruitful given program managers interests. However, as Wm. points out, moving the miraculous to the “large natural variation” camp undercuts religious beliefs on the issue. Curry worst at its best. Oh yes, TL was one of the crazy uncles we kept in the closet for when Steve visited. Snodly Yardgrass says: Sure, I’m a bigot. I can’t stand retards, so that means you. If you’re an American, then I go after you verbally, with a US constitution in my back pocket. Get used to it, it ain’t gonna stop until after the election. Sure, mud flats can be exposed. It’s called storm surge when it sets up, and storm surge when it sets down. I’ve seen it happen many times in hurricanes on the Bahama banks. There is nothing miraculous about it. Drews is a first class twit, and Connelley is a first class twit defending him, and comparing my outrage at my government wasting valuable time coddling him, to Climategate, so much that I’m gonna blob his pathetic ass all over the internet. This is going to get some press, trust me. And it’s not going to make any of you look good. Rhinanthus says: Consider this hypothetical case: In the Harry Potter books the “Death Eaters” (evil wizards) make a huge skull appear in the clouds by saying some magic words. Do you think that a scientific journal would publish a paper in which the author shows how the Death Eaters accomplish this feat by their magic words manipulating known atmospheric dynamics? Might not the fact that the book is just a children’s story and and that there are no skulls appearing in the clouds affect the justification for publishing the mathematical model in a science (as opposed to a mathematics) journal? Well, outside of the Bible there is no evidence for Moses, for the flight of the Isrealites and certainly no evidence for the Red (or Reed) Sea parting. There is lots of empirical evidence that it didn’t happen. Demonstrating a theoretical explanation for a non-existant phenomenon is not science (with appologies to string theorists…). Onkel Bob says: just my $.02…I believe there should be a corollary to Dunning-Kruger (the ignorant being confident about knowledge) that the educated believe their expertise extends to all fields. Then there’s the adage, those whom the gods wish to destroy they first make mad. Sigmund, the paper modelled winds of 62 mph, not 75. I’m not sure I know what a 62 mph wind feels like but suspect that, whereas 75 mph could knock you off your feet, 62 mph would be hard work but manageable. Winds that strong blew across much of northwest China earlier this year. People coped – and coped without having spears at their backs to chivvy them along. It might have been you who wondered whether such winds are likely in that area. Yes, they are. Strong, steady winds blow for weeks and sometimes months in desert regions, especially near the sea. I think a southeasterly khamsin would be more likely than an easterly in the Nile delta but natural variability and all that. (Handy tip: If a sandstorm is approaching and your only shelter is a sleeping bag, make sure you lie with your feet facing the wind, otherwise you’ll wake up with the bag filled with sand up to your waist. D’oh!) Chris Ho Stuart asked: “What part of the paper do you mean?” Look at the very beginning of the paper “Previous researchers have suggested wind setdown as a possible hydrodynamic explanation for Moses crossing the Red Sea, as described in Exodus 14. Methodology/Principal Findings This study analyzes the hydrodynamic mechanism proposed by earlier studies, focusing on the time needed to reach a steady-state solution.” This is pretty clearly stating that the purpose of the paper is to examine a previously proposed model for “Moses crossing the Red Sea” I think it is fair to conclude that the words “Moses crossing the Red Sea” refers to the biblical story that mentions numbers much higher than I mentioned previously. (Exodus 12:37) “And the children of Israel journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand on foot who were men, besides children.” So 600,000 men plus women, children and the foreign slaves that the Israelites owned (so we are probably talking several million people!) The author looks at a time period consistent with the biblical account and discounts other crossings in the Red Sea area for the reason that the reefs that might get exposed contain ‘notches’ that would make it difficult to traverse – entirely consistent with the model being one that would explain the biblical crossing of Moses and the Israelites. The author doesn’t spend much time on the mechanics of the physical crossing itself (for rather obvious reasons if you think of the numbers mentioned in Exodus) but I don’t think one can ignore this (OK, the reviewers did!) if you want the take the model, as a whole, seriously. Sigmund, of course the paper refers to the biblical story; and it also explicitly says “The present study treats the Exodus 14 narrative as an interesting and ancient story of uncertain origin.” The quotes from the bible are not from the paper and the model in the paper does not anywhere consider the obviously impossibly large numbers in the current biblical text. So, as I said, the model IN THE PAPER does not appear to include the second part you mentioned of a large group of people. The actual models studied are simply hydrodynamic and deal simply with the effects of wind on certain geographic configurations. It’s just not true to say that the paper models the large numbers you quote. Several million people can’t walk across a land bridge in a few hours, let alone 600,000. This is not a refutation of the paper, because the paper does not simply use the bible as a model. It’s just dealing with the hydrological model; and it’s a speculation (not in principle impossible) that there may be a historical seed to the story. If there is, it won’t involve the numbers you quote from the bible; and the paper simply doesn’t deal with that at all. There’s no reason for it to do so. It’s not trying to make the whole thing simply exactly as quoted in Exodus, and this kind of demythologizing usally reduces the numbers of the Exodus enormously. But this paper doesn’t deal with the numbers of people at all. thinsgbreak says: Did you note who makes a cameo in the article? “The pendulum may have swung too far in favor of accepting myths, says social anthropologist Benny Peiser of Liverpool John Moores University in the U.K., who runs the Cambridge Conference Network, an Internet clearinghouse for catastrophist theories.” [Aieee! -W] > remember him … sci.env Memory fails? Google. Yep. Checking IPs? I wonder if you have sockpuppets. Chris Ho-Stuart said: “this paper doesn’t deal with the numbers of people at all.” Not quite. It doesn’t mention specific numbers but section 3.2.2 “Realistic Topographic Case” makes it clear that they are modeling a number of people crossing the exposed mudflats. “A traversable dry gap in the waters opens here at 9:36 hours, where it appears feasible for a number of people to make their way across the exposed mud flats. The midpoint of the land bridge is at (30.9812Â° N, 32.4553Â° E). The passage is about 5 km wide initially, and it later expands up to 6 km wide. This land bridge remains continuously open until 13:30 hours, leaving 3.9 hours for the company to cross the Kedua Gap.” The paper also goes on to model the location of the “debris field of military artifacts” caused by the waters returning to engulf the Egyptian army (apparently it should be “North of the gap” shown in(Figure 10(a)) It is unclear what sort of numbers they mean in each case but I do think its highly relevant to the story and leaving it out makes it rather ambiguous whether they have or have not produced a plausible explanation for “Moses crossing the Red Sea”. To correct myself, I note that T. L. Elifritz has appeared in the Pharyngula thread (with which I’m now catching up), under the name of “Antagonizer”, and has not got a friendly welcome. It’s glaringly obvious that that’s him. “Snodly Yardgrass” above is likely him again. I don’t understand the reason for the morphing. He’s not banned at Pharyngula; at least not yet — because morphing is a bannable offense there. [My, it is getting weird over there. My current favourite: Antagonizer you idiot! I wasn’t addressing you! You fail reading comprehension. I was on your side you twit. Does PZ ever step in to moderate? -W] Chris Crawford says: equally unreasonable applies here. Let us suppose, solely for purposes of argument, that a scientist discovered proof of God’s existence. Yes, as an atheist I reject the physical possibility, but I raise the point as a useful hypothetical test of intellectual honesty. Suppose, for example, that the Hubble telescope obtained photos of pearly gates, angels strumming harps, and this old bearded guy smiling down on everything from a throne. Would Mr. Myers prefer that such photographs not be published? In other words, if by some microscopically tiny chance, Mr. Myers was proven to be wrong about the existence of a deity, would he be willing to admit his error? I hope that enough of the spirit of scientific inquiry still breathes in him to permit him to do so. Two quotes from, iirc, Voltaire seem apropos here, both of which I shall probably mangle: 1. The test of true intelligence is the ability to simultaneously entertain two contradictory ideas in one’s mind. 2. I disagree with what you say, but I shall defend to the death your right to say it. Richard D says: My attitude to this paper was as following. 1. Not sure about the raw science behind it as this is far from my field. I assume, given that it got published that the science is in some way decent. 2. To anyone who studies the human past this paper displayed glaringly bad logic in trying to hunt around for possible candidate events within a location and time window that are highly dubious. Putting aside the fact that the Exudus is archaeologically invisible and is unlikely to have happened, people who actually believe it happened, can not only not pin down the body of water but disagree which Pharaoh was ruling to the extent that it could have happened within a window of a 1000 years or so. This is why I was mainly annoyed at the paper. 3. At the time I saw it initially, I chalked it up to one of those ‘fun’ papers that gets people talking about the research project as a whole. I put the history rape down to the fact the guy was not an archaeologist or ancient historian and left it at that, thinking it was a most ill advised ‘fun project’. Now seems the guy may have had an agenda, which disturbs me a little more and I would agree, much as it pains me to say it, that this was a bit of a waste of time and money. All I can say is let’s hope that modelling comes in handy and they do some of the work they claim they got funding for. I just realized that the editor seems to have cut off the first portion of my earlier post. Here is the portion that was excised: I am much saddened by Mr. Myers’ comments on the paper. Intellectual freedom is a crucial component of any scientific culture. It’s the scientific analogue of the First Amendment: just as we honor the right of Nazis to deny the Holocaust, [You do (assuming you’re USA). However, in Germany it is illegal. That is probably reasonable, or at least it was when first brought in. Holocaust denial is something of a special case though; perhaps not a good one to generalise from -W] so too must we be open-minded about scientific pursuits. Indeed, science has a much stricter standard than the First Amendment: a paper must pass the rigorous process of peer review before it is published. The only proper objection to any paper must concern its truth or falsity. Mr. Myers makes no such objection. His injection of political considerations into scientific matters is every bit as reprehensible as the efforts of climate change deniers or creationists. It would seem that the old saw about fanatics on both sides of an issue being just as unreasonable applies here. J. J. Ramsey says: Richard D: “Now seems the guy may have had an agenda” However, if the science is good, that doesn’t matter much. Considering that this guy’s paper can easily be used as further ammunition to show just how dicey the story from Exodus 14 is, it’s not even all that good at pushing the guy’s agenda. P. Lewis (lifetime atheist) says: A thing puzzles me about the blog reaction (comments and original post), having just had a gander at the paper, and that is the seeming focus on Drews, when the author contributions state: “Conceived and designed the experiments: CD WH. Performed the experiments: CD. Analyzed the data: CD WH. Contributed reagents/materials/analysis tools: CD. Wrote the paper: CD. Conducted background research: CD. Supervised the research: WH. Extensively reviewed and edited the manuscript: WH.” So, Prof Han had extensive input to the design, review and edit. So, is she being tarred with the same brush as Drews seems to be? Not if PZM’s post is anything to go by. If not, then why not? She doesn’t seem to have a Christian-oriented web page (though she may of course, or even may swing in that direction). Is that the reason? [I haven’t looked at Plos much, but Extensively reviewed and edited the manuscript looks rather suspicious to me: I would take it as something like “ZOMG! You can’t say that! Where is my red pen…” So yes, I’d take it as extensive involvement in the write-up -W] Amenhotepstein says: Chris @ 55 Suppose, for example, that the Hubble telescope obtained photos of pearly gates, angels strumming harps, and this old bearded guy smiling down on everything from a throne. Would Mr. Myers prefer that such photographs not be published? Say rather that Dr. Myers (kudos for not using “Meyers”) would object of several hours of extremely valuable HST observing time being used in a search for those “…pearly gates and angels strumming harps…”, which no reliable evidence suggests exist. Should such sights be miraculously captured by the Hubble, Dr. Myers (and myself, I might add), would be very excited to see them published. I would even be forced to reconsider my world view. However, as a working scientist with a good knowledge of the current funding situation, let me say that the idea of Drews and Han using valuable grant $ for a project which was almost certainly NOT made known to the granting agency beforehand is frustrating to say the least. The fact that PLoS ONE published this paper is more depressing than frustrating. I now realize that the old adage “There’s no such thing as bad publicity” applies to the academy as well. Yes, Amenhotepstein, I agree that funding should not be allocated for such research — except in the rare case of author funding as opposed to project funding. For example, a university pays its tenured professors to pursue any intellectual quest that interests them. This is essential to academic freedom. If the authors in question were working on “university time” as opposed to “project grant time”, and if they used equipment that was broadly assigned to their use rather than specifically assigned to a particular project, then I would say, “Let’s chalk this up as one of those academic freedom things”. But if any of these conditions were not met, then I would conclude that these academics have violated the trust that was placed in them. One other thought to ponder: suppose that these scientists had come up with conclusive proof that the parting of the Red Sea was a physical impossibility. Would that research have earned Mr. Myers’ ire? Another thought: back in the 1960s, there was a crackpot named Velikovsky who cooked up this crazy hypothesis based on an absolutely literal interpretation of Old Testament material. He proposed that Venus and Mars went careening through the solar system, begetting near-misses with earth and other planets. Each such collision generated lots of sparks that Mr. Velikovsky used to explain various weird phenomena in the Old Testament. For example the mannah from heaven was really some form of congealed hydrocarbons release by electrical discharges in the upper atmosphere of Venus… you can see how crazy this stuff was. Scientists all over the world were extremely dismissive of Mr. Velikovsky’s books (Worlds in Collision and Earth in Upheaval). However, a young astronomer by the name of Carl Sagan suggested that Mr. Velikovsky’s hypothesis be discussed at the upcoming AAAS meeting, and somehow got it through the organizing committee. At the session, a number of scientists presented devastating critiques of Mr. Velikovsky’s hypothesis. Neither Velikovsky nor any of his adherents showed up, despite open invitations being published. They talked one scientist into discussing the magnetic field of Jupiter, iirc, and he presented a very weakly plausible scenario in which, under truly fantastic conditions, the magnetic field of Jupiter might be sufficient to alter the orbit of an asteroid. My memory on that is weak, though. My question to Mr. Myers is this: was Mr. Sagan wrong to organize this session? natural cynic says: This looks like the kind of stuff one sees the septics pushing in the Global Warming arena. …looks very much like the kind of harassment that cliamte scientists have been subjected to by the septics. Is this how we spell skeptic [or sceptic]? But, then again, you may be correct. Most of them should not be considered as skeptics – cranks is a better term. Then again, they are septic as in a bad infection on the body politic. [You want http://mustelid.blogspot.com/2004/12/septics-and-skeptics-denialists-and.html -W] ‘J. J. Ramsey: Considering that this guy’s paper can easily be used as further ammunition to show just how dicey the story from Exodus 14 is, it’s not even all that good at pushing the guy’s agenda.’ This would be fine, if it weren’t for the fact that some people are happy to accept this as further proof. As bonkers as it sounds, you end up at the point where ‘god did it’ eventually, even if he ‘did it’ through a medium that Earth science would consider a perfectly explicable event. To the angry people: Nobody spends 24/7 working on exactly what’s written in their grant proposals. You may even take time to sleep instead, or have lunch, or write angry comments on a website. Or follow up on something amusing. Have any of the people huffing and puffing away actually read the paper? It also refers to these so-called setdown events in more recent times, as well. I never heard of it, but it’s pretty far outside my comfort area. It also seems to be out of the comfort area of everybody else, since nobody is talking about whether the work was competently done. > Does PZ … moderate? Rarely: http://www.google.com/search?q=pz+pharyngula+ban+moderation [That lead me to the Mooney farce, which I hadn’t known about, so thanks -W] ‘carrot eater: It also seems to be out of the comfort area of everybody else, since nobody is talking about whether the work was competently done.’ The closest I can come to saying that would be that it was incompetent theoretical archaeology. If it is competent science in terms of the model I don’t know, but it was trash archaeological science. [Um. But the problem is that it is a hydrodynamics paper, not an archaeology one. And the point that no-one is judging it on its merits, because so far we’ve found no-one who can (I probably could, if I cared enough, but I don’t), still stands -W] Richard D: As bonkers as it sounds, you end up at the point where ‘god did it’ eventually, even if he ‘did it’ through a medium that Earth science would consider a perfectly explicable event. First, it’s borderline rather than “perfectly explicable.” Second, why should a misuse of the paper that would have to involve a distortion of its contents be anything for which the paper’s authors should be blamed? zamia12 says: A strong wind blew for 3 days in the Washington, D.C., area. The Potomac in front of the Naval Research Lab shrunk to a fraction of its size. I’ve forgotten details, I think it occurred in the mid80s and the wind was 50mph. It was obnoxious to walk in. Boats were stranded, a large mud flat was exposed. If people or horses could walk in the mud I don’t know. Perhaps something like that happened to the Red Sea, maybe the Moses legend got conflated with the story, or maybe it happened exactly as described. The story of Noah, ark and flood circulated throughout the ancient world, only the name of the protaganist changed. (Gilgamesh for example). NCAR and the referees thought the paper reasonable enough to be approved and published. I can see why some people are enraged by the fundamentalist attack on science. The paper does not prove the Bible was written by God nor should it be discounted because it investigates the possibility a Biblical event could occur. An aside: I suspect most of the Bible thumpers have only read excerpts second hand. I bet if they picked up the Bible and read passages at random, say Levitacus, they’d be surprised at what is in there. I have to hand it to you. I have learned a lot from what I perceive of your thinking style. You have no sacred cows and see things from all perspectives. I am a big fan of PZ, but I think you make some valid points here. Whatever happened to our “Spotters Guide to Climate Blogs”? Fools like me need advice about who to trust. [I like PZ too, but I think he got it wrong here. For your compliments, my thanks. And for your reminder, ditto. Yes I need to dredge that out: I have a draft. Now I get to add Curry, too -W] William, if I go along with your point that the paper is really a modeling exercise and nothing to do with archaeology then we are left with a paper that models a hypothetical situation derived from an old fictional story. Now there may be good modeling science involved in this exercise – I am certainly not qualified to judge the merits of the science – but I do wonder whether PLoS One is the correct venue for publishing models of fictional events. Isn’t the paper simply the equivalent of modeling how the tornado lifted Dorothy’s house and deposited it back to the ground in ‘The Wizard of OZ’? I have no objection to such papers getting published but unless the scientific modeling is novel and helpful to that discipline of science then my objection is pretty much the standard one that us working scientists hear when a paper is rejected – This paper is not appropriate for this journal and the authors are recommended to submit to a more suitable journal. Is there a “Nature – Fairy-Tale Modeling”? [That is a possible attidue, with which I don’t quite agree, but in that case you have to conclude that the error lies not with the authors but with the journal -W] Sven DiMilo says: ‘led’ Sigmund, the fact that the authors of the paper were inspired by an old fable in no wise subtracts from its scientific merit. I have known the fantasies of science fiction to have been the source of fascinating scientific discussions, although I know of no papers resulting from such discussions. I can imagine a number of fictional phenomena that could (and possibly already have) provided provender for interesting scientific analysis: Scylla from the Odyssey; the Flood tales of Middle Eastern mythology (do they reflect ancient knowledge of the filling of the Black Sea c 10,000 BCE?); Merlin’s transport of the bluestones for Stonehenge from the Arthurian legends (how did they get the source location right?); the references to dragons in the mythology of weakly connected cultures (do they reflect some actual creature or combination of creatures?) There’s a larger issue here: the importance of a playful attitude in the pursuit of knowledge. Some of our best ideas come from flights of fancy. Sometimes scientists are inspired by decidedly unscientific considerations. The laws of probability were first established by a French mathematician thinking about how to win card games. Isaac Newton was almost fanatic in his Christian fundamentalism, which in turn drove him to understand what he took to be God’s handiwork — should we discard Newtonian mechanics because Newton was seeking to glorify God in his researches? Einstein famously developed some of his ideas about special relativity by imagining himself riding on top of a beam of light — is that not an absurd fantasy? There have been a number of scholarly papers published on the Tippy-Top, a child’s toy. The fact that the subject of the paper is a child’s toy does not detract from the scientific merit of the analysis of the dynamics of the object. Homo sapiens is not a robot; cognitive processes can be inspired by all sorts of considerations. Let us hope that no psychologist ever carries out research to determine the degree to which sexual desires motivate scientific research — the results would, I’m sure, undermine the gravitas science enrobes itself with. Let us ignore the motivations behind any individual scientist’s work and instead focus our attentions on the work itself. After all, who cares about any particular scientist? We’re here to study science, not scientists. “… an interesting 6 page essay by Ray Pierrehumbert (Atmospheric Physicist) … covers the atmospheric plots of: Ballard’s ‘The Drowned World’ & ‘The Wind from Nowhere’, Shute’s ‘On The Beach’, Herbert’s ‘Dune’, ‘Attack of the Clones’, and Kim Stanley Robinson’s ‘Red Mars'” http://www.sciencefile.org/SciFile/forum/Futures/62629-Re-Science-Fiction-Atmospheres Tardly Whistlemouse says: We’re here to study science, not scientists. Then you need to get out there right away and collect some sediments and try to experimentally verify that this incredibly important ancient minor wind setdown occurred. Quickly now, millions of Pakistani global warming enhanced megaflood victims are anxiously awaiting your breakthroughs. If people are going to get upset at publications that lay out solutions that are in search of realistic problems, then I suggest you stay far, far away from academia. That’s a non sequitur. Does this guy create a new pseudonym each time he posts? Simulux Experion says: That’s a vitally important outstanding scientific question, Hank. I suggest you get a federal grant from a prestigious American scientific institution, and go ahead and run some simulations on your supercomputing laptop, and then do some experiments to verify and refute your insightful hypothesis. Look at the acknowledgments. No grant funding seems to have been involved. On the other hand, it looks like a pretty lightweight paper. Wallace Gromit says: Read the paper, lightweight, the Bluefire supercomputer was involved, NCAR receives 95% of their funding from the federal government, and NCAR paid his tuition. For all practical purposes, this was funded by the United States government. [This is getting rather dull. We’ve been though this bit before. No more on this, please -W] This next link is a gift for PZ as a reward for coming back by this thread whenever he or one of his ‘inions does: http://www.rifters.com/crawl/?p=1603 And of course for everyone else. Even mentions climate change. bigcitylib says: Wait until Myers hears about this: http://physicsbuzz.physicscentral.com/2010/09/aliens-eye-view-of-solar-system.html NASA scientists using a gov. supercomputer to help illegal aliens plot their invasion of the solar system. Why do NASA scientists hate America? Exomoon Alien says: This next link is a gift for PZ as a reward A Hugo. Wow. That makes a Nobel look downright silly. Outrageous. Everyone KNOWS Earth is the only life bearing planet in the entire universe. Exomoons can’t possibly exist until we observe them. And what possible use would simulating large telescope images be to telescope design? Everyone knows that the observing the heavens is irrelevant to ordinary life on Earth, what possible use can classical mechanics be to agricultural and hunter gatherer societies? > NASA scientists Likely related to that NORAD thing linked above: “The author draws upon … a senior NORAD intelligence officer who provided him a wealth of historical data relating to NORADâs experience with the UFO/alien ….” John Morales says: You’re suggesting it was the equivalent of a Mythbusters episode, except for the bit were parameters are fed into a model rather than an actual experiment is made? Do you then consider that myth Confirmed, or just Plausible? 🙂 [I don’t see the connection to Mythbusters, which I’ve never seen anyway. Like I said: they had a tool lying around, so they used it. The results (if correct: as I’ve said, I haven’t read it carefulyl) confirm a possible physical basis for the “myth”. But if you really cared about that, you’d need to do all the archaeology carefully. Several people over at PZ have asserted that there is no evidence for Exodos. If that is so, then you’re probably at a dead end -W] Mr. Connolley, you and I do not share the same meaning of the word “harmless”. [Who is Mr Connolley? -W] Mike McCants says: “a harmless paper” Your opinion is noted and dismissed as wrong. [You need to look up contempt, in Leviathan -W] Kevin (NYC) says: “[snip – WMC. There is no need to repeat yourself]” you cut comments because you think they are repeating themselves? wow. your blog and all but that is a crappy way to play. bad form and all that. [If you look at the way threads at PZ, or WUWT, degenerate when unmodified, I think you’ll agree that modeeration is a good idea. But even if you don’t: that is the policy here. I don’t oblige you to like it, but you accept it or you leave -W] every time the believers try and force science into proving their fantastic stories, it is harmful to the cause of reasonable understanding of the world around us, and dangerous because it feeds their intolerant and pernicious world view of good/evil. [No, not at all. I entirely disagree with you. This is rather like the “war on terror” errors that most Western governments have made. You need to take care that your reaction isn’t worse than the threat. In this case, I think that PZ’s well-over-the-top reaction to this paper is teaching unreasoning -W] The people who wasted our money and computer time… Kerry Maxwell says: I can’t help but wonder if as many apologists would have stood up for this paper if it was a proposed model of how the Big Bad Wolf could indeed huff and puff and blow your house down? [You still don’t get it, but I’ll try again. If this paper was (a) about the stability of straw, wood and brick structures, and (b) was submitted to a buildings journal, and if it (c) carefully analysed the wind stresses required to damage these different classes of builds, and if it (d) could then demonstrate that the range required were within the winds capbable of being generated by a wolfs breath, then you could just about get away with it. But I think (d) is implausible. Unlike the paper under discussion, whose scenario is unlikely but not implausible -W] Kevin (NYC): “every time the believers try and force science into proving their fantastic stories” What part of “The present study treats the Exodus 14 narrative as an interesting and ancient story of uncertain origin” do you not understand? Did you even read the comments above that point out that the paper does not even support the narrative as is, that at best, the numbers in Exodus 14 would need to be treated as exaggerated? Looks to me like the biblical story was a starting point, but that the conclusions followed from the scientific modeling, regardless of whether it supported the story or not. Kerry Maxwell: “I can’t help but wonder if as many apologists would have stood up for this paper if it was a proposed model of how the Big Bad Wolf could indeed huff and puff and blow your house down?” Well, if it were plausible for a wolf to actually make that strong a wind … Steven Sullivan says: For context, has everyone here visited Dr. Drews’ website? http://theistic-evolution.com/ THAT is really why the Pharygulites are going completely bonkers, though few of them seem to admit it. FWIW, I’m an atheist, and a longtime Pharygula fan, but I do get tired of the dick-waving there. The responses to Chris Ho-Stewart and Hank Roberts’ posts were absurdly aggro. Also, has everyone here actually read not just the paper, and but the PLoS One comments on the paper, and Dr. Drews’ responses to them? http://www.plosone.org/article/comments/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0012481 > absurdly aggro Meh, one guy arguing his fantasies with his socks, ignorable. > PLOS Thanks for that pointer; their editorial process and policy is explained in the “Comment from PLoS Posted by DPattinson on 30 Sep 2010” New thread more typical of good Pharyngula: http://scienceblogs.com/pharyngula/2010/10/so_thats_why_koch_funded_a_maj.php Carl Drews says: William Connolley – Nice blog post! Thanks for writing it. (Sorry, I didn’t read all the comments.) Since your blog entry is tagged as “religion”, I want to clarify something. The statement “if you can explain away all the miracles that is evidence against God, not in favour of it.” refers to the God-of-the-Gaps philosophy and its converse: 1. If science can’t explain something, then God must have done it. 2. If science can explain something, then God must not have done it. TalkOrigins has a couple of good references to God-of-the-Gaps: CA100: Argument from incredulity http://www.talkorigins.org/indexcc/CA/CA100.html The Origin of Life http://www.talkorigins.org/faqs/abioprob/originoflife.html The upshot is that God-of-the-Gaps is a view held by a number of individuals (either instinctively or deliberately), but rejected by many mainstream religions. Many theologians would disagree with both of the statements above. Your comments about harassment are well-taken; it is not unusual for scientists researching the atmosphere and oceans to receive obscenities and threats. That does not mean we should just accept them. I’m glad to see you speaking out against that kind of thing. Previous Previous post: Attribution errors Next Next post: Random	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28687
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__label__cc	0.621982	0.378018	A Blot of Ocean. The Ocean as Schizophrenia ….. “…henceforth it is no longer a question of crossing a continent or an ocean from one city to the next. The fleet in being creates ……………. Ocean Blot #1. Ink and manipulated photograph. 16in x 20in. © Anja Marais …….the notion of displacement without destination in space and time . . . The strategic submarine has no need to go anywhere in particular; it is content, while controlling the sea, to remain invisible ……The realization of the absolute, uninterrupted, circular voyage, since it involves neither departure or arrival . . . Ocean blot #3. Ink and manipulated photograph. 16in x 20in.© Anja Marais Paul Virilio, Speed and Politics, 1986 (New York:Semiotext)pp38, 40-41, 134-135. By Marais\|2017-05-02T13:04:08-04:00February 26th, 2011\| ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2018 ANJA MARAIS \| Site by KAPOK STUDIO \| PRIVACY POLICY Contents of these pages, including photos and text, may not be reproduced, published, copied or transmitted in any form without written permission of the author. InstagramFacebookRss Welcome! By subscribing to my email list, you'll receive a quaterly email, about workshops, exhibitions, and projects. This newsletter might also include poetry, stories, reflections, and offerings.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28699
__label__wiki	0.553817	0.553817	Purchase an online subscription to our website! Each online subscription gives you full access to all of our newspaper websites and mobile applications. Monthly subscriptions are just $7.99 for 30 days. Or, subscribe at $69.99 for a year and save 27% over the regular monthly price! Note: We do not accept American Express. All-Access: Monthly $7.99 for 30 days All-Access: Annual $69.99 for 365 days Print Subscriber Access This service allows you continued access past our online paywall for the duration of your subscription. if you have difficulty binding your account to this service please call our office at 256-235-9253 or send an email containing your name and phone number to our Online Specialist at customerservice@annistonstar.com. Hot Blast Anniston Star Store Place Your Classified Ad Anniston, AL (36206) Generally clear. Low 22F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.. Generally clear. Low 22F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph. Cleburne County Hobson City Unseen Alabama Speak Out Submission Religion Roundtable Worship Directory Artists in Action Look Back ... to time for another Iron Bowl, 1994 By Bill Edwards Nov. 19, 1944, in The Star: Three men of Calhoun County were included in the list of those killed in action whose names the War Department released Saturday. They are Lt. James R. Peters, whose parents, Mr and Mrs. James Peters, moved from Talladega to 430 West 14th Street several months ago; Pfc. Artis J. L. Grubbs of DeArmanville, Rt. 1; and Pfc Clayton L. Harper of Piedmont, Rt. 2. In addition, two other men were reported wounded in action: Pfc. George L. Gorey of Jacksonville, Rt. 2, entered service in May 1943 and Pvt. Boyd H. Bradberry of Anniston, Rt. 3, entered service in November 1943. Also this date: Funeral services will be held in two days for Mrs. H. T. Ytterboe, 82, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Northfield, Minn., of which Mrs. Ytterboe was a charter member. She was the mother of Mrs. Harry M. Ayers of Anniston, who was with her mother at the time of her passing on Nov. 17. Mrs. Ytterboe had visited Anniston on several occasions, “and by her gentle nature greatly endeared herself to many friends she had made here.” Additionally: The Standard filling station in Jacksonville, A. R. Dickerson, proprietor, was robbed a few nights ago. Two Piedmont boys, ages just 10 and 12, were arrested in Gadsden and returned to Jacksonville by Chief of Police W. J. Harris. The boys returned a portion of the money stolen from the cash register, as well as gasoline coupons. Nov. 19, 1994, in The Star: Sixth-ranked Auburn (9-0-1) tangles with fourth-ranked Alabama (10-0) this afternoon in arguably the most-anticipated Iron Bowl since 1971, the last time the two rivals met as undefeated teams. As such, the game has captured some national attention — ESPN is staging its “College Gameday” live from Legion Field. Need a ticket? Go to the venerable stadium, where you can hope $300 might land you a nosebleed seat in the end zone. The only tarnish on the contest is that Auburn is still on probation from the NCAA, although this game is the final one of the two-year penalty. H. T. Ytterboe A division of Consolidated Publishing 4305 McClellan Blvd. Email: jpayne@annistonstar.com Daily Home Cleburne News St. Clair Times Available Carrier Routes Newsbank Archives © Copyright 2020 The Anniston Star, 4305 McClellan Blvd. Anniston, AL \| Terms of Service \| Privacy Policy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28701
__label__cc	0.501995	0.498005	THIS SEASON WE ARE DIVING INTO THE SEA "About two-thirds of our worldwide clothing is made from forms of plastic such as polyester, nylon and acrylic, and by just washing your clothes you're leaking these plastic fibers into our oceans. Estimates vary, but it's believed that just a single load of laundry could release hundreds of thousands of these fibers into the water supply." -Glamour Magazine This is why we hand screen sustainable designers before we introduce them during New York Fashion Week. Once, we find designers are exhausting all resources to make their garments ethical and sustainable we extend them an invitation to join The Adalinda Sustainable Fashion Show during New York Fashion Week. DESIGNER LINE-UP COMING SOON. TRUST YOUR CLOTHES ARE TRULY SUSTAINABLE	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28705
__label__cc	0.719716	0.280284	Faculty Profile: Victoria Connaughton You are here: American University College of Arts & Sciences Faculty Victoria Connaughton View CV (PDF) Victoria Connaughton Associate Professor Biology CAS - Biology Hurst - 4 PhD, Marine Studies, University of Delaware BS, Biology Bucknell Dr. Connaughton’s research interests encompass the disciplines of developmental biology (nervous system development) and neurobiology. Specifically, she is interested in examining the relation between visually-guided behaviors in larval teleosts and maturation of retinal neurons, circuits, and receptor mechanisms. She is also interested in examining how the development of neural connections could be altered due to mutations or drugs. She has performed experiments that address behavioral/ecological questions, as well as those that employ cell biology techniques to examine retinal circuitry in both developing and adult retinal tissue. To request an interview for a news story, call AU Communications at 202-885-5950 or submit a request. BIO-110 General Biology I PSYC-898 Doctoral Continuing Enrollment PSYC-899 Doctoral Dissertation BIO-434 Vertebrate Anatomy BIO-499 Senior Seminar in Biology Scholarly, Creative & Professional Activities Honors, Awards, and Fellowships Creative Activities and Research Support Award (2003-2004) Junior Faculty Teaching Release (2003) Senate Research Award (2000-2001) Mellon Fund Award (1999-2000, 2000-2001, 2002-2003) Intramural Research Training Award (1999) National Research Service Award (F-32) (1996-1998) Thomas H. Maren Fellowship (1996) Grass Foundation Fellowship (1995) National Eye Institute Fellowship (1994) American Fishery Society Student Travel Award (1993) University of Delaware Student Travel Award (1993) University of Delaware Graduate Student Women of Excellence Award (1992) Farsaii, M. and V.P. Connaughton. 2005. AII Amacrine Cells (19pgs). In Kolb, H., Fernandez, E., and Nelson, R. Webvision: The Neural Organization of the Vertebrate Retina. http://webvision.med.utah.edu Connaughton, V.P. 2005. The Vertebrate Retina, pp. 99-127, In Glutamate Receptors in Peripheral Tissues), S. Gill & O. Pulido (eds). Springer-Verlag. 420pp. Nelson, R. and V.P. Connaughton. 2003. Bipolar cell pathways in the vertebrate retina. In Kolb, H., Fernandez, E., and Nelson, R. Webvision: The Neural Organization of the Vertebrate Retina. http://webvision.med.utah.edu Connaughton, V.P. 1997. Glutamate and glutamate receptors in the vertebrate retina. In Kolb, H., Fernandez, E., and Nelson, R. Webvision: The Neural Organization of the Vertebrate Retina.http://webvision.med.utah.edu	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28712
__label__cc	0.526699	0.473301	AR Podcasts AR Videos Activist’s Corner Send Us News Stories Monthly Recurring Letter from Zurich Airport Jared Taylor, American Renaissance, March 29, 2019 March 29, 2019, Zurich Dear Friends in Stockholm, Turku, and around the world, I am sorry to have to tell you that I cannot attend the Scandza Forum in Stockholm or the Awakening Conference in Turku, Finland, where I had been invited to give talks. Today, when I landed in Zurich for a connecting flight to Stockholm, Swiss border authorities told me I have been banned from Europe until 2021. I will spend the night at the airport, and tomorrow I will be deported. The officer at passport control in Zurich airport had already stamped my passport and waved me through to my Stockholm flight when she called after me to come back. She stared at her computer screen and told me I had to wait. She didn’t say why. In a few minutes, a policeman arrived and told me there was an order from Poland that barred me from all 26 countries in the Schengen Zone. He said the Poles did not give a reason for the ban, and he asked me what I had done. I said I give talks on immigration, and someone in Poland must not like them. “That makes me a political criminal,” I said. The officer took me to an interrogation room and asked me about my travel plans. He went off to another room for a while and came back with a form for me to sign, saying that I understood I had been denied entry and was being sent back to the United States. After some more waiting, he fingerprinted me and took my photograph. He then turned me over to a man in civilian clothes, who took me to a spare, dormitory-like accommodation where I will spend the night. It’s not a jail. People pay the equivalent of $40 to spend the night here if they miss a flight. I am free to walk around the terminal, I can make phone calls and use the internet, and I have a meal voucher that is supposed to last me for the next 12 hours. The officer kept my passport, though, and won’t give it back to me until I board the flight home. Number 18, my room for the night. Why did Poland ban me? Last September, I gave a few talks to nationalist groups in Warsaw. The talks went well, so when I was invited to Lithuania and Estonia in February to speak at conferences, I went back to Poland and spoke in Lublin and Warsaw. Attendance was by invitation only, but the Polish police learned about the meetings. They told the organizer that if I broke any Polish hate speech laws, he would be held responsible. They said I was “spreading a totalitarian ideology.” In both cities, we switched venues for the talks rather than risk having the police show up. The talks were a success, and in Warsaw I also gave two television interviews. I left Poland by plane and assumed the matter was closed; clearly, it wasn’t. My Polish friends say they will try to find out the reason for the ban and try to appeal it. But what are the Poles thinking? I’m not like Lenin and Trotsky meeting in Paris, plotting to uproot the entire West. I want to keep Poland as it is, the proud and eternal homeland of the Polish people. What I hope for Poland is what a huge majority of Polish people want, and is not much different from the policies of the regime. I am not a danger to Poland; I am its friend, its devoted admirer. Three years ago, I got a letter from Theresa May, when she was still home secretary. She told me that my views are repugnant and that she had decided to keep me out of her country. Britain is the land of my ancestors, my language, my favorite authors — and now I was an exile. It was a bitter blow. Just a few minutes ago, I used my meal voucher at the “Montreux Jazz Lounge” in Terminal E. I watched people eating and talking and laughing, and I envied them. They can come and go as they please. Terminal E is a modern, soulless place, but it is still Europe. It is part of that culture, heritage, and people that I love with a desperate, yearning love — to which I have devoted my life — and from which I am banned. You and I, working together with our European brothers and sisters, we will save Europe. We will save it from every threat from every corner of the world. But our first and hardest task is to save it from itself. Topics: Censorship, Eastern Europe, Europe About Jared Taylor View all posts by Jared Taylor Jared Taylor is the editor of American Renaissance and the author of Paved With Good Intentions, White Identity, and If We Do Nothing. < Must the West Beg the World for Forgiveness? Common Sense on Immigration > What Foreign-Language Study Tells Us About Our Country The Democrat Primary Is Too White ‘1917’ and the Suicide of the West Roger Scruton, RIP ‘I Can’t Believe They Let Me Out’ ‘I Don’t Hate All White People’ AR Archives The contents of this website are copyright © 1990-2020 New Century Foundation.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28715
__label__wiki	0.605117	0.605117	Mary Sunley House Properties for rent Banstead Street, Roundhay Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 5RU View on map Welcome to Mary Sunley House At Mary Sunley House retirement housing scheme in Leeds, we offer 20 studios, 18 one bedroom and 1 three bedroom purpose-built properties for rent for people over the age of 55. The property is situated close to Leeds and has excellent transport links to the city centre and Wetherby. The local shops are within five minutes walking distance and include a supermarket, post office, library, bakery, hairdressers and a cafe. There are also doctors' surgeries very close to the scheme. We understand that sometimes you like to be alone and at other times you may want to be more sociable. Our properties give you that freedom. At Mary Sunley House we run social activities including a weekly coffee morning. Mary Sunley House currently has 0 reviews Life at Mary Sunley House At Mary Sunley House sheltered housing scheme, we offer purpose-built and well-maintained rented accommodation for people over the age of 55. Anchor endeavour to be completely transparent about all our charges and fees. Below is indicative pricing to act as a guide to the costs at Mary Sunley House, Leeds. For further information please contact us. Banstead Street, Roundhay Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 5RU Hampton Crescent Long Close Lane, Richmond Hill, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 8NH Bentley Court Meanwood Valley Green, Meanwood, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 2RP 8A Coronation Parade, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 0AY Muir Court St Michaels Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3AP Saxon Court Tynwald Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 5DR Eastwood Drive, Swarcliffe, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS14 5HU Distance 3 miles Maple Court Wesley Approach, Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 8RS Montague & Lionel Court Wortley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 3HH Waincliffe Square Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 8HX Middleton Way Belle Isle, Middleton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4QA Oxenford Court Magdalene Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6QJ	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28718
__label__wiki	0.503193	0.503193	Android News / All News / Android 7.1.1 Rolling Out to the Nextbit Robin Android 7.1.1 Rolling Out to the Nextbit Robin By Alexander Maxham The Nextbit Robin is currently receiving its update to Android 7.1.1 Nougat. This brings the device to the latest available version of Android. The update isn't actually as large as you might have expected. It weighs in at about 560MB, which is about half the size of most updates going from Marshmallow to Nougat – although this was already on Nougat anyways. The update is available for all Robin's right now, and you can head to the settings (then click on About Phone, Check for Updates) and pull down the update. Nextbit was picked up by Razer not too long ago, and many had expected that updates might suffer a bit with the acquisition. However, Nextbit did say after the acquisition was announced, that the Nextbit Robin would continue to receive updates and security patches through 2018. Which pits it at about 2 years of updates for the device, and that's about the usual time frame these days. This update also brings the Robin to the April 1st, 2017 security patch, for those that might be wondering. The update isn't going to be as big as the update to Android 7.0 Nougat was, but there are some minor fixes incoming for this version of Android, as well as the latest security patches, which are also pretty important, as is always the case here. If you have gone to the settings looking for the download, but can't find it, well you can also download the full factory image from Razer Insider, who recently published the entire factory image for users to grab. Making it easier for you to download and update your Nextbit Robin. If you have been looking to pick up a Robin – and now with it being one of the very few devices that's not a Pixel to get Android 7.1.1 – now's a great time to grab one. Especially since you can pick one up from eBay for as little as $130 right now. That's not a bad price for a smartphone with pretty high-end specs, and one that is running the latest version of Android (not to mention one that is from Razer now). The update is available for all, and it's definitely a good idea to install it. Download: Android 7.1.1 for Nextbit Robin Buy the Nextbit Robin Alexander Maxham Head Editor Alex has written for Androidheadlines since 2012 as Editor of the site and traveled the World to many of the biggest Smartphone and Technology events. Alex has a background in Technology and IT and Deep Passion for Everything Android and Google. His specialties lay in Smartphones of all budgets, Accessories, Home Automation and more. Contact him at [email protected]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28719
__label__wiki	0.898955	0.898955	home > have fun > nightlife > The Horn Voted UK Music Pub of the Year 2009 and UK Entertainment Pub of the Year 2008. Primarily a live music venue with a bar attached. A small entrance charge usually has to be paid on gig nights (most nights). Pre-order food by phone to save waiting - see website for menu and phone number. See below for latest Horn event listings: What's on at the Horn Sun 19 Jan - Turin Brakes - SOLD OUT Turin BrakesThe estimable London 4-piece Turin Brakes are delighted to announce a UK Acoustic Tour starting Autumn 2019. The band - founder members and former primary school friends Olly Knights and Gale Paridjanian, along with longtime bandmates Rob Allum and Eddie Myer - are one the finest indie bands of the last two decades. This is a chance to see the band in their first full stripped back acoustic tour since way back in 2002. They will be playing a range of songs spanning their 20 year career - which includes seven top 40 singles and 6 top 40 albums with sales over a million worldwide.www.turinbrakes.comTICKETS: £22.50 Adv - SOLD OUTAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Mon 20 Jan - World Famous Quiz Night WORLD FAMOUS PUB QUIZ - £2 ENTRY (INCLUDING ROLLOVER) Round up your friends and put your thinking caps on for our weekly Monday pub Quiz…….with a Rollover Round. You can win a £40 bar tab, a bottle of house Wine or a packet of crisps of your choice!£2 entry for each team member including the chance to win a cash prize from our weekly rollover. Every Monday 8.30pm start. Find out more... Tue 21 Jan - Battle of The Bands - Heat 3 The Garden PartyBanana BoysTBCTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 22 Jan - Pieces / Ashley Falls / Exploding Ear Ensemble PiecesukAshley FallsExploding Ear Ensemble ♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 23 Jan - Old Man Jr. / Saint Watson / The Fractures Old Man Jr.Saint WatsonThe Fractures♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆TICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 24 Jan - El Bronson Band onstage at 10.30pm - Free Entry The band who plays what no-else can, in a way no-else would think of. Thundering bass riffs, screaming synth lead, soaring guitar solos, animalistic drumming, electrifying vocals, an incredible seltist and brilliant musicians put El Bronson a cut above the rest. Wireless instruments, audience interaction, high energy music, Mexican dress, free tequilla, a mysterious masked lead singer. Cover's The Prodigy, Pendulam, Slipknot, Drowning Pool, Spiderbait, Van Halen, Velvet Revolver, Weezer, QOTSA, Rammstein, HBlockx, Audioslave etc El Bronson are becoming a firm Horn favourite, it’s all so wrong it’s brilliant... www.elbronson.co.uk Find out more... Sat 25 Jan - The Feelgood Band “The Feelgood Band! With a seal of approval from Wilko Johnson, Sparko and Figure! 'Man, it’s great. It’s just what it would’ve been like to see Dr Feelgood in the club days. 100% spot on stage presence and performance' - WILKO JOHNSON “The closest to the originals I have seen” - John Sparks aka SPARKO “Go and judge for yourself, it’s worth it'” - John Martin aka BIG FIGURE Wilko Johnson, Sparko and Dennis Greaves (Nine Below Zero) have each joined the band on stage at various times Stephen Foster BBC Suffolk and Dr.Feelgood connoisseur “Just seen the excellent FeelgoodBand, a fantastic celebration of the timeless music of Mk 1 and 2 DrFeelgood . Loved it from start to finish. It would be sheer Stupidity to miss them." Richard England Exec Producer "Oil City Confidential" - "Spirit of the Thames Delta is alive and well, check them out!" Louder Than War: “The UK’s Premier Dr.Feelgood tribute, a spellbinding performance” ♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪ TICKETS: £10 Adv / £12 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sun 26 Jan - Electric Umbrella Electric Umbrella’s: All-Day Punk Cabaret Takeover! Changing the perception of people with learning difficulties while enforcing all the stereotypes about Rock’n’Roll musicians! For one Sunday you’re invited to come down and witness the music and madness of the Electric Umbrella experience alongside a handpicked selection of top notch Punk bands. Running from 1 - 11pm, the back room will showcase the wildest bands from Hillbilly to Greek-Folk-Punk while the front bar will see an anything-goes rotation of busking bands with guest spots from the Electric Umbrella members. The Back Room: Rockit Pack - Audience-infiltrating, wig-alternating rock covers Bathtub Ginn - Bluegrass-Skiffle with a hint of Rockabilly and Oldtime Blues Hallouminati - Gypsy-Electro-Ska-Balkan-Greek-Punk Mashup Larry Neal and The Slingers - Inhibition-free Punk straight from the Electric Umbrella family Dead Horse - Dirty-London-Garage-Punk Brocker - Balls-out Punk-Rock’n’Roll Barroom Busking Stage: Ray Waters - Zipheads frontman takes to bashing out his rage on an acoustic guitar for a change Maida Vales Grae J. Wall - Alt-folk, Lo-fi, Punk-Rock Warrior Electric Umbrella: A collaboration of professional musicians and adults with learning disabilities; writing, experiencing and performing music at small pubs, big festivals, live radio and everything in between. We believe in a world where there is no ‘us and them’, and are on a mission to challenge people to think differently about learning disabilities. Co-creation and a ‘can do’ attitude is at the heart of what Electric Umbrella is all about. All profits go to the charity. Electric Umbrella Website Find out more... Sun 26 Jan - Blue Angel Acoustic Cafe Every Sunday 8-12am Free Entry Blue Angel Acoustic Café Now in it's 21st year, the Blue Angel Acoustic Cafe is a chilled out acoustic evening featuring floor spots and a main act. All styles are welcome. Come down early (8pm) to get on the performers list or get in touch via the Blue Angel Facebook group. Blue Angel Facebook Find out more... Mon 27 Jan - Blue Hour / Yes Factory / Vertigo / Lemon Venom Blue Hour BandYes Factoryvertigo bandLemon Venom♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆TICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Tue 28 Jan - Artist Development & Pre-Management Session (FREE ENTRY) Are you in a band? Have you ever wanted to know what you should you do to help you take it to the next level?Tonight we're hosting a night with some very special guest speakers from the music industry. The main topic's being discussed on this event will be related to promotion, social media, building a live fan-base, and useful live music hints and tips for bands.Guest Speakers:LUKE HINTON (Head Promoter & Booker Juicebox Live, The Horn, The Horn at The Half Moon & Wilkestock - 'Winner Best Independent Promoter in the UK 2016 & 2018' Live UK Music Awards, Association of Independent Promoters Founding Member, Independent Venue Week Regional Rep)& More TBA____________________________________________FREE ENTRYLimited space available - reserve your space via the booking link - Ticket is free however a booking fee will apply. Find out more... Wed 29 Jan - Alfie Templeman / Weird Milk / Sara - BBC Music Introducing (Beds, Herts and Bucks) - IVW Show Alfie Templeman 16 year-old Bedfordshire songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alfie Templeman is sharing his debut single 'Like An Animal'. Templeman grew up in the tiny village of Carlton, where he still lives with his parents, and recorded 'Like An Animal' entirely in his bedroom out of school hours. Templeman plays every instrument heard on the EP and put together the whole release in his bedroom - a homage to his DIY heroes Kevin Parker and Mac Demarco. Weird Milk Weird Milk's musical odyssey began in the English countryside before graduating to the city. Charlie Glover-Wright, Zach Campbell, Alex Griffiths and Joe 'Blue' Moyle are distinguished by their vocal harmonies and 60s influences. Crafting their tunes with multiple layers of harmony and melody, the result is a sound which is vibrant and instantly accessible. Echoes of The Beach Boys, Harry Nilsson and The Beatles mix with more contemporary influences such as The Strokes and Frank Ocean create unique songs of emotive depth demanding a further listen. With high praise following the release of previous single's Anything You Want and Honey, I'm Around buzzing across the BBC Radio 1 /6 Music airwaves (Annie Mac, Jack Saunders, Steve Lamacq) and throughout the tastemaker community (NME, The Line Of Best Fit, So Young), the baroque pop quartet’s status amongst the emerging indie elite continues to grow significantly. Sara Having just released their stunning debut single 'Little Nerves', Sara will be opening this show for us. Taking inspiration from artists like Frank Ocean, Sufjan Steven's and Bon Iver, Sara’s music is inherently melodic, but she utilizes unusual arrangements and displays of lyrical vulnerability, touching on themes of mental health, loneliness and sexuality. The single has had strong support from BBC Introducing 3 Counties as well as Radio X, with 2020 set to be a big year for the Hemel Hemstead native - make sure you make it in for their set! TICKETS: £8 Adv / £10 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 30 Jan - Egyptian Blue / Sinead O’Brien Egyptian BlueEvery element of Egyptian Blue’s fierce, uncompromising sound feels like hypnotism fuelled by psychosis. Their grinding riffs achieve a mesmeric power through brute repetition, while their rhythm section produces taut, nervous energy and intense post-punk grooves in equal measure.If you discovered them through their recent track ‘To Be Felt’, which was supported by Huw Stephens, Jack Saunders, Steve Lamacq, John Kennedy and Tom Ravenscroft, you’ll connect with the dark mania that pulsates throughout their debut EP ‘Collateral Damage’. It’s under a new deal with Yala! Records, the label co-founded by former Maccabee Felix White and home to the likes of The Magic Gang and Willie J Healey.SINEAD O'BRIENSINEAD O' BRIEN is an Irish poet and performer based in London. Originally from Limerick 'a kind of grey industrial place with an a certain poetry to it', Sinead's work captures the everyday and the in-between in a way that transcends genre. Her influences can be found in the realism of Mark E. Smith of The Fall and the works of literary icons such Frank O’Hara, W.B. Yeats, Joan Didion, Albert Camus. Her latest release 'A Thing You Call Joy' via Chess Club Records "channels her poetry into a performance-art-rock masterpiece” (The Line Of Best Fit). This follows O’Brien’s first music of 2019 ‘Taking On Time', the landmark 30th single release on Dan Carey's Speedy Wunderground label. A mesmerising call-to-arms, 'Taking On Time' is equal parts Mark E and Patti Smith – set against a taut, frenetic bed recalling post-punk underdogs Life Without Buildings and The Slits but with a krautrock groove that is classic Speedy Wunderground. A multifaceted artist, O’Brien’s writing has also been published by the esteemed London Magazine whose alumni include T.S. Eliot, Sylvia Plath and William Burroughs. This unique fusion of spoken lyrics and art rock has piqued the attention of luminaries of both genres, seeing her perform with John Cooper Clarke and Brian Jonestown Massacre at sold out theatres across the UK. Playing live with her band and collaborators; Julian Hanson (guitar) and Oscar Robertson (drums), Sinead’s transfixing performances are placing her at the forefront of a resurgent post-punk wave that is taking the capital and beyond.TICKETS: £9 Adv / £11 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 31 Jan - James Taylor Quartet - SOLD OUT For a over 30 years, the James Taylor Quartet have set the standard for the coolest sounds in funky acid jazz. On dozens of mighty albums and at their legendary gigs at home and around the world, they’ve quietly become a byword for distinguished British creativity.Tickets - £20 Adv - SOLD OUT Find out more... Sat 01 Feb - Warmduscher - SOLD OUT Warmduscher Warmduscher are Clams Baker (Mutado Pintado/Paranoid London) Lightnin’ Jack Everett (Fat White Family), Quicksand (Fat White Family), Mr. Salt Fingers Lovecraft (Childhood, Insecure Men) and The Witherer aka Little Whiskers (Paranoid London). Warmduscher are a group of miscreants, known only by aliases. Ardent fans, Iggy Pop and Marc Riley have only gleaming praise to heap on the band, and in return, Warmduscher have blessed them both with immortality. The band’s live show has left thousands across the UK and Europe desperate for more. During their set at End of the Road Festival 2018, they were accused of inciting a riot and thrown into a giant hole. They have since emerged and will soon embark on a worldwide tour of France, Switzerland and Italy. Breathe it in before it’s gone."Joyous punk-funk sleaze from Fat White Family's sister band" 9/10 Uncut Magazine"It's a compliment that Iggy Pop and Kool Keith are by no means the best thing here" 4/5 MOJO TICKETS: £12 Adv - SOLD OUT Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sun 02 Feb - Blue Angel Acoustic Cafe Every Sunday 8-12am Free Entry Blue Angel Acoustic Café Now in it's 21st year, the Blue Angel Acoustic Cafe is a chilled out acoustic evening featuring floor spots and a main act. All styles are welcome. Come down early (8pm) to get on the performers list or get in touch via the Blue Angel Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/BlueAngelAcoustic/ Find out more... Mon 03 Feb - World Famous Quiz Night Tue 04 Feb - Battle of The Bands - Heat 4 Sapiens Band Sapiens formed when a group of Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire creatives came together to write music they wanted to hear; music with drive, drama and likely to deafen. Sapiens burst onto the scene in 2019 with their loud, ambitious, raw sound, catchy riffs and emotive lyrics; releasing their debut Ep "Post Production" and steadily gigging in the run up to the release of their first album. An amalgam of blues, grunge, metal and more, they carry influences from Jack White and The Smashing Pumpkins through to System of a Down and The Red Hot Chili PeppersLeyesBandHavanah TBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 05 Feb - Emily Capell / Joe Slater Emily CapellEmily Capell is a singer songwriter and musician from North West London. With a wide range of influences from Dolly Parton to The Clash, Emily has brought a new genre of country, ska, doo wopp and pop to the 2019 music scene. Since starting out in 2010 Emily has released 3 EPs entitled ‘Who Killed Smiley Culture?, ‘Who Framed Winston Silcott?’ And ‘Who Stands With Latasha Harlins?” Her much anticipated debut album ‘Combat Frock’ will be released in October 2019.As well as relentless touring, Emily has supported Texas on their 2017 world tour, Rhoda Dakar, Glen Matlock, The Blockheads, The Blinders, Roddy Radiation and Mari Wilson. Building up a big following on the way Emily has played Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Reading and Lattitude festivals. In 2018 Emily won the ‘Jools Holland Best Newcomer’ award at the Boisdale venues. She has been record of the week on Radio X, 6 music and BBC radio London with her floor filler infection track ‘Bonanza.’With her work ethic, politically charged lyrics, acute social commentary, catchy tunes and mesmerising vocals, Emily has become one of the UK’s young hot underground success stories. Her unique personality and independence has earned her a dedicated following across the UK and abroad.‘waif-like post-Amy Winehouse charisma and powerful voice dealing out a thirty minute set of great classic pop songs. The band are razor tight with ska chops entwining with the perfect tumbling sixties choruses and big melodies that dominate the songs making them all sound like perfect hits’ - Louder than War'Sweet soft vocals with hard hitting lyricism that really makes you sit up and listen...One to watch.'Gary Crowley - Amazing Radio & BBC LondonJoe Slater TICKETS: £8 Adv / £10 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 06 Feb - Strange Bones / Fiende Fatale / The Rogues Gallery Strange BonesStrange Bones are a four piece from Blackpool. Bobby Bentham, vocals and guitar. Will Bentham, bass guitar and vocals, Jack Bentham guitar and vocals, and Stuart 'Spud' Newburn, drums and vocals.They are putting loud music out again, it’s worth listening to because it has a purpose. With a sold out 'Jack Daniels' residency in Blackpool and festivals appearances at Download UK and France, Live at Leeds, The Great Escape, and Reading And Leeds.Their mum and dad are proud of them.Fiende FataleThe Rogues Gallery TICKETS: £6 Adv / £8 Door (Subject to availability)Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 07 Feb - Half Life Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry Half Life is a rock covers band based in St Albans, and formed in 2018 largely to give them an excuse to spend more time in the pub in the name of art. Producing a heady cocktail of rock and indie covers so intoxicating it has been banned in 83 countries, they thrash their way through a musical smorgasbord from the Stones to Muse with some cheeky Oasis and Blur action in between. So whether you’re a Basket Case, a Teenage Dirtbag or just want to Look Good on the Dancefloor, Half Life will guarantee to get the room rocking! Half Life Website Find out more... Sat 08 Feb - All Aboard Gloria / Bearheads / Codename Colin / High Regard All Aboard GloriaBearheadsCodename ColinHigh Regard♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫TICKETS: £7 Adv / £9 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sun 09 Feb - St Albans Record Fair We are excited to announce we will be bringing you another of the popular record fair’s at The Horn.This event will be taking place on Sunday 9th February and will be hosting a whole range of vendors specifically selling vinyl records.There will also be music from our resident DJ's throughout the afternoon.This is a free event and the bar will be open as usual selling drinks and food from the menu.For vendor and all other enquiries please contact [email protected] Find out more... The 55NightfiresSetting SonsTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 12 Feb - Blackwaters / Ramona Marx / Sourdough BlackWatersBlackwaters are a fourpiece from the depths of nothingness. And yet despite their murky background, they've turned aggro, pent-up frustration and total utter boredom into rampant, shouty, spit-fuelled, BO-inducing, agitated punk rock 'n' roll. Ramona MarxSOURDOUGH TICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 14 Feb - Swanvesta Social Club Band onstage at 10.30pm - Free Entry Named affectionately after their Cuban heroes, The Buena Vista Social Club, The Swanvestas blend anglo-latin percussion and melodic patterns to create a unique party sound. They mix Cuban folk songs, classic pop songs and originals in a vibrant, exciting way. The line-up features horns, flute and guitars, with up to 4 percussionists - the live show is irresistible. Highly entertaining, funny, serious, folky, rocky, funky, punky, embraces all ages and tastes - the band is all this and more. You will never hear a band quite like them: you will want to come back for more. They have performed across the country at events including The Acoustic Festival of Britain, The Exmoor Festival, Rhythms of The World, Harlequin Fayre, Leamington Peace Festival, Rickmansworth Canal Festival, Lechlade and Wilkestock . Artists they have worked with include: Kim Wilde, Dodgy, Midge Ure, Fairport Convention and the Proclaimers. SwanVesta Social Club Website Find out more... Sat 15 Feb - Outrage Against The Machine OutRage Against The Machine - UK's Premier Rage Against the Machine Tribute The UK's premier Rage Against The Machine Tribute act are returning to The Horn. ♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆TICKETS: £10 Adv / £12 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Find out more... HalvarMonster LogicTOMIKTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 19 Feb - Blackmarket / Spring.Fall.Sea BlackMarketSpring.Fall.SeaTICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 20 Feb - The Howlers / All In Motion / Belonging The Howlers Formed in May 2018, London’s Desert Rockers The Howlers have gone on to receive critical acclaim for their ferocious broodingly emotive live performances, quickly establishing the band as one of the UK’s must see emerging bands. Since releasing their debut single in June 2019, The Howlers have released 2 singles over the course of 2019 both debuted on BBC Radio 1 and subsequently spent the following weeks with continuing airplay (Jack Saunders), this Lead Broadcasting legend Steve Lamacq to champion The Howlers on BBC 6 Music, as well Cheryl Waters getting behind The Howlers on KEXP in the U.S has lead to Evening Playlist’s on Radio X (John Kennedy) and KINK FM (The Netherlands) alongside rave reviews on BBC introducing, CLASH magazine and The Line of Best Fit. All In Motion BelongingTICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 21 Feb - Mad Mods & Englishmen Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry - Bar open until 2am - No Entry after 1am We proudly welcome Milton Keynes finest “Mad Mods & Englishmen” for their first visit to The Horn. Anyone that has seen the 'Mad Mods' live will tell you that they are no traditional covers band. Their energetic performances have built them a massive following and they have a reputation of packing every venue they play at, and then bringing the house down! Their repertoire includes hits from The Who, Small Faces, The Kinks, Rolling Stones, Spencer Davis, Yardbirds, The Jam and many more, and yes, they've even been known to smash the odd guitar up on stage! “These guys are as good a feel-good band as you’ll experience. Just make sure you do experience them” - Chris Hawkins - BBC 6 Music Mad Mods & Englishmen Website Find out more... Sat 22 Feb - JuiceBox / Plainbow / Jacob Skinner JuiceBoxPlainbowJacob Skinner music♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆TICKETS: £7 Adv / £9 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Mon 24 Feb - Lucia and The Best Boys Lucia & The Best Boys Formerly known as LUCIA, Glasgow’s finest have got a brand new lineup and a brand new name to usher in their latest era. Now known as Lucia & The Best Boys and with newbie Conor Goldie joining frontwoman Lucia Fairfull, drummer Alasdair Scott and bass player Chris Frew Ballantyne, the quartet explain that “The new stuff we’re doing isn’t putting everything we’ve done before to an end, it’s creating a new beginning point.” To highlight entering their new era, the group have shared new track ‘Good Girls Do Bad Things’, a roaring 80s-inspired indie rock number, complete with a brilliant vid of Lucia riding a horse around Glasgow’s Barrowlands. Casual. TICKETS: £6 Adv / £8 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Indifferent EngineThe FracturesMax Ryan MusicAll The 1's♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 26 Feb - Hidden Palace / Diamond in the Dirt / People Look Like Dogs / False Idol Hidden PalaceDiamond In The DirtPeople Look Like DogsFalse IdolTICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 28 Feb - 80's Night 8-2am – Free Entry Come and re-live the decade when hairstyles were highly flammable, mobile phones were the size of bricks, and real men wore make-up! Expect to hear all the big classics such as Madonna, Prince, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, The Eurythmics, Bon Jovi, Queen, Spandau Ballet and of course Wham! Plus the Ultimate 80’s Party Covers Band – Six Go Mad (band onstage at 10pm) Six Go Mad are guaranteed to entertain, playing a thrilling mix of memorable material from the heyday of the 1980s, covering songs by the likes of Blondie, Duran Duran, Gary Numan, Hall & Oates, Kim Wilde, Human League, Depeche Mode, Simple Minds, The Bangles and many, many more to keep you dancing all night! Don’t forget your dancing shoes and your singing voice - this gig is always a huge party! www.sixgomadband.co.uk Find out more... Sat 29 Feb - Howl / The Palpitations / Father Benjamin & The Frosty Mornings / Hounds Haul HowlThe PalpitationsFather Benjamin and the Frosty MorningsHounds HaulTICKETS: £7 Adv / £9 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Tue 03 Mar - Battle of The Bands - Heat 8 Concrete xiAli In The JungleFairway Band ♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 04 Mar - Breach of Peace / Corporate Sponsorship / Tom Delaware Breach of Peacewww.instagram.com/breachofpeacebandCorporate Sponsorshiphttps://instagram.com/corporate.sponsorship?igshid=1il6bjehr6hokTom DelawareTICKETS: £5 Adv / £7 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 05 Mar - The Jacques The Jacques Recently signed to Modern Sky, four piece The Jacques head out on their first UK headline tour coinciding with the release of their four song vinyl Born Sore EP. Recently described by When The Wind Blows as “a heavy take on Arctic Monkeys” the band have been recording their debut album which lands in Spring and will once again be igniting stages with their heady mix of angular guitar noise and zeitgeist Dream Pop.Tickets - £7.50Ages 18+ Find out more... Fri 06 Mar - Allergy Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry Allergy are a high energy, talented and, above all, fun three piece playing indie/rock covers. Guaranteed to please, they'll get the party singing, swinging, jumping and dancing. This is one allergic reaction that is just what the doctor ordered! Always a great night when you have a great band. www.facebook.com/allergymusic Find out more... Sat 07 Mar - Boot Led Zeppelin Tickets - £13 Advance / £15 Door (subject to availability) Boot-Led-Zeppelin are internationally recognised as the ultimate tribute to Led Zeppelin. The band tour most of the UK from theatres and festivals to the most legendary of music venues. International tours have included Austria, France, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, Malta, Portugal, Belarus and 3 highly successful Russian tours. The band were asked to officially represent Led Zeppelin for the live finale on the BBC TV programme, "I'm in a Rock 'n Roll band", helping the nation to vote Led Zeppelin as the No.1 rock band of all time. Boot-Led-Zeppelin capture the magic and excitement of Led Zeppelin's legendary concerts. Their close attention to detail, and sheer presence and energy on stage, ensure to take their audience on a journey back in time, delivering the ultimate Led Zeppelin experience! Boot Led Zeppelin Website Find out more... ENDEAVOURLemon VenomSomething In-BetweenTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 11 Mar - ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead ... an American alternative rock band from Austin, Texas. The chief members of the band are Jason Reece and Conrad Keely (formerly Conrad Sobsamai). The two alternate between drumming, guitar and lead vocals, both on recordings and live shows. The band is known for their wild, energetic concerts. TICKETS: £20 Adv / £22 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 12 Mar - Archie Faulks / Chris Sims / Dan Thomas Archie Faulks is a London based singer-songwriter. He previously toured and released music as Tenterhook and has toured with Isaac Gracie, Asgier, Luke Sital-Singh, Delilah Montagu and more.Chris SimsDan Thomas MusicHertford-based Acoustic Americana Singer-Songwriter blending a mixture of Rock, Folk and Country.Dan has been steadily building up a fanbase within the Hertfordshire area and released his first EP, Crawling On The Floor, in June 2018. Career highlights include Wilkestock 2018 & 2019, Hertford's Rock At The Castle in August 2018 & 2019 and Hertford's Musical Mystery Tour in 2017, 2018 & 2019.His latest single, Breathless, was released in September 2019. A song of fatherly love written after the birth of his daughter and becoming a dad for the first time, of the song, he says "I wanted to write something that encapsulates the overwhelming emotions that come with becoming a first time parent. There's so much love you want to express for your new-born child, but also a colossal sense of responsibility that can sometimes manifest as inadequacy. You just want so much to be the best version of yourself and give them the life that they deserve" TICKETS: £6 Adv / £8 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sat 14 Mar - Faux Fighters UK Faux Fighters UKAfter selling out in their home town of Southend recently the Faux Fighters, the UK’s finest tribute to the music of the Foo Fighters, had their debut London headline concert at the 100 Club.Faux Fighters' live shows are explosive events and the band go to every effort to reproduce the raw power and dynamics of the original band.Faux Fighters will recreate the songs you love by the Foo Fighters such as ‘Everlong’, ‘The Pretender’, ‘Best of You’, ‘Learn to Fly’, ‘The Sky is a Neighbourhood’, ‘All my Life’, ‘This is a Call’, ‘Times like these’, ‘Something from Nothing’, ‘My Hero’, ‘Low’, ‘These Days’, “Long Road to Ruin’, ‘Monkey Wrench’ and many more.TICKETS: £10 Adv / £12 Door Find out more... Tue 17 Mar - Battle of The Bands - Heat 10 Clockwork SkyState of MilleniadagaTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 20 Mar - The 88 Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry With unparallel style and energy The 88 deliver cover songs spanning seven decades, including Chuck Berry, James Brown, Kasabian, Blur, Stevie Wonder, White Stripes, The Killers, and Royal Blood. Relentless Rock and Roll shenanigans with The 88, a band you’ll remember on a night you’ll probably forget.www.facebook.com/the88rock Find out more... Sat 21 Mar - Guns 2 Roses Guns 2 Roses - Guns N' Roses Tribute BandTHE MOST NOTORIOUS GUNS N ROSES TRIBUTE IN HISTORY EST 2002 -6 USA TOURS Multiple tours in INDIA, DUBAI, FRANCE, HOLLAND, BELGIUM, ROMANIA, IRELAND, CZECH REPUBLIC, MALTA, ITALY, SLOVENIA, HUNGARY, PORTUGAL, GERMANY, GREECE, NORWAY, BAHRAIN, MEXICO.THE ONLY GNR TRIBUTE TO PLAY LIVE WITH 4 DIFFERENT MEMBERS OF GUNS N ROSES.TV & RADIO APPEARANCES ON : 'BBC' Culture Show 2007 Question Of Sport 2008 The One Show 2016 Even Better Than The Real Thing 2017 Radio 2, Radio 5 'ITV' Tipping Point 'CHANNEL 5' Fifth Gear TOTAL ROCK RADIOGUNS 2 ROSES ARE THE LONGEST RUNNING, CLOSEST LOOKING AND MOST INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED GN'R TRIBUTE IN THE WORLD. ONE OF THE FEW TRIBUTE BANDS OF ANY TYPE TO CROSS OVER FROM THE MERE TRIBUTE BAND CIRCUIT TO MAINSTREAM MEDIA AND CLOSE ASSOCIATION WITH THE REAL GUNS N' ROSES.TICKETS: £10 Adv / £12 Door Find out more... Saint Watson - www.instagram.com/saintwatsonofficial/HadrianNight ThievesTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 25 Mar - The Estevans The EstevansOne of the most exciting bands on the UK scene are without a doubt Guildford indie rockers The Estevan’s. Influenced by the Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes, The Libertines TICKETS: £6 Adv / £8 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Thu 26 Mar - The King Blues - Cancelled Sadly this show has been cancelled, please see below statement from The King Blues: ”I'm afraid I arrive with bad news. Due to personal circumstances I've taken the very difficult decision to call off the "Tall Stories" tour. This is not a decision I take lightly - in my many years of doing this I've never cancelled- I once did a 7 week tour of USA in a wheelchair with a broken leg- so please understand if there were any other way I wouldn't cancel. However, due to personal issues beyond my control I can't complete the tour in March and I ask for your understanding at this frustrating news. To all of you who have bought tickets and sold out dates; please accept my sincerest apologies. All tickets will be refunded from the point of purchase and I hope to get back on the road as soon as is possible. The King Blues fans are without a doubt the very best in the world and I'm so proud of our community. While I deal with these issues in my personal life I look forward to seeing you all again soon.” Find out more... Sat 28 Mar - Special Kinda Madness 9pm-2am - Tickets £13 Adv - £15 Door "Back in 1979, pop was getting dull again. Everyone said it was time for a new dance. No-one expected it to come from Coventry. The 2-Tone revolution, led by the Specials, took the pop world by surprise with their infectious mix of Ska rhythms and punk attitude. Madness ... followed close on their heels. Within a matter of months the 2-Tone bands had stolen our hearts and conquered the charts with a non-stop procession of unforgettable hits: 'Gangsters', 'A Message to you Rudy', 'Too Much Too Young', 'The Prince', 'One Step Beyond', 'My Girl' ..."An extract from Dance Craze by Garry BushellOn 21st July 1979 at the Electric Ballroom in London, the Specials played a gig with Madness, Dexy's Midnight Runners and Selecter. That's a gig that all 2-Tone rude boys and rude girls would die to see, and thought would never happen. The Specials and Madness on the same bill!In truth, it will probably never happen now ... but you can get the next best thing!Special Kinda Madness play a truly authentic set from each band, matching the incredible energy of The Specials with the unforgettable iconic songs of Madness. Producing a show that will have the audience up and dancing from the start, Special Kinda Madness will have everyone hankering back to those exciting days of 2-Tone and Ska.The Specials and Madness together. Wow! Catch'em now while you can!http://www.specialkindamadness.com/ Find out more... 12 Hour AvenueCraftyBandTBCTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sat 04 Apr - Ohasis Ohasis play the songs in the most current live arrangements, with amazing accuracy. Nailing the Oasis look was very important, as image is everything; and was everything to Oasis. We take our stage show very seriously. Ohasis meticulously re-create the visuals, music and atmosphere of a real Oasis performance. That’s why the band have heavily invested in the exact same guitars, basses and drums used live by Ohasis, which all helps to create that unmistakeable Oasis wall-of-sound. Tickets - £10 Advance / £12 Door (Subject to availability) Find out more... Tue 07 Apr - Battle of The Bands - Heat 13 TBCTBCTBCTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... vertigo bandSilent DivideSohoko StateTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 15 Apr - Ed Wynne Band Ed Wynne is undoubtedly a gifted instrumentalist. He is credited as one of the linchpins of the UK festival scene’s re-emergence along with his band Ozric Tentacles, who formed at Stonehenge Free Festival 1983 and became staples of the Glastonbury Festival, with their most recent performance at Glastonbury in 2016 on the Glade stage. With an incredible flair for creating masterful tapestries of sound, and for having sold over a million records worldwide, Ed Wynne’s debut solo album, Shimmer into Nature (Kscope), will be re-launched with bonus tracks to coincide with the tour. Shimmer into Nature was recorded and inspired by the different locations Ed Wynne travelled to over three years, from deep in the Colorado Mountains, to the coastlines of Cornwall and South Devon, before being completed on Scotland’s East Coast by the Firth of Forth. Expect an enthralling performance of Ed Wynne’s solo material and classic Ozrics. Tickets - £15 Adv / £17.50 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s accompanied by parent/guardian) Find out more... Fri 17 Apr - Mice With Glasses Band onstage at 10.30pm - Free Entry An energetic and talented covers band that burst onto the scene early 2008, rocking peoples' worlds whilst simultaneously managing to look much younger than they really are. Covers from Stereophonics, Oasis, Coldplay, Kings of Leon, Maroon 5 , Kaiser Chiefs, Adele, Mumford & Sons, The Killers, Take That, Robbie Williams plus many more! These guys were the house band at O’Neils St Albans for 10 years and been playing The Horn ever since its closure.. Come and see why! Find out more... Sat 18 Apr - The Smyths The Smyths “Hatful of Hollow” 35th Anniversary Concert The Smyths are the world’s finest tribute to The Smiths. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the group’s “Hatful of Hollow” album, The Smyths will be performing the album in full along with a hand-picked selection of other classics by The Smiths. A 2 hour, 2 set show that will delight fans of Morrissey and The Smiths alike.The Smiths band of Smiths fans for Smiths fans playing all the hits. Tickets sell out sometimes months in advance so get your tickets early… TICKETS: £15 Adv / £17 Door Find out more... Apexbandhttps://www.facebook.com/apexbandapexband/TBCTBCTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Sat 25 Apr - Antarctic Monkeys Antarctic MonkeysFrom the release of the Arctic Monkeys first album, ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not', the phenomenon soon swept the UK. Four guys from Wolverhampton realized the Arctic Monkeys would become an arena band and not play smaller venues.Formed in March 2006 from a jamming session, The Antarctic Monkeys took a big chance in which they became a phenomenon in their own right, travelling the UK, playing venues armed only with one album of material.The success has continued and now armed with a setlist of almost 30 songs, the demand for the Antarctic Monkeys is ever growing with tours booked up Worldwide.TICKETS: £13 Adv / £15 Door14+ (Under 18s accompanied by a parent/guardian) Find out more... Ramona MarxTBCTBCTBC♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆Each person that purchases a ticket will be given a voting slip upon entry to the venue by the door teller, which will then need to be handed in to cast the audience vote. No replacement will be given for lost voting slips.There will also be independent judges voting on the acts based on various criteria including, song writing, stage presence and overall performance.Winning band will be announced by one of the judges on the night after all bands have performed.♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪☆♫☆♪TICKETS: £4 Adv / £6 DoorAges 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 01 May - The Blue Rinse Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry The Blue Rinse are a five piece band who specialise in performing a wide mix of famous and popular songs from a variety of genres including Motown, swing, pop, soul, pop-rock etc, from the 60´s right through the decades to current tunes. From their first song to their last, they make everyone move their feet and loosen their vocal chords to a great set with a fun factor, designed to provide a "brilliant", "awesome", "excellent", "fantastic" , "professional" and "amazing" evenings entertainment!!! These guys come suited and booted ready to party. The Horn is the only place you can come and watch this awesome band perform for free. www.thebluerinse.co.uk Find out more... Sat 02 May - Imagine The Beatles Beatles tribute playing a special retrospective from the Cavern years to the 'Let It Be' final rooftop concert. Quality stage outfits range from the early Cavern days through to Beatlemania and beyond. Authentic vocals and instruments, including the McCartney Hofner violin bass, Lennon's Rickenbacker, George's Gretsch and Ringo's Ludwig kit, musically, no detail is overlooked to re-create the true sound and excitement of The Beatles. Every song is performed totally live and in its original key. Visually, the presentation is as close to the real thing as you can Imagine... Close your eyes, could it really be them? See more info at imaginethebeatles.co.uk Tickets - £10 Adv / £12 Door Find out more... Sat 16 May - The Total Stone Roses The Total Stone Roses - 9pm- 2amTickets - £15 Advance / £17 Door (subject to availability)In 1989, The Stone Roses released their seminal debut album ‘The Stone Roses’ and the following year cemented their reputation as one of the UK’s most notable acts by performing at Spike Island, Widness on May 27th 1990. This was a generation defining gig, a gathering of people during ‘the second summer of love’ that epitomised the Madchester and Rave counter culture movement of the late 1980’s & early 1990’s. In 2020, The Total Stone Roses (UK’s No.1 Stone Roses tribute) celebrate the 30th Anniversary of this incendiary event at The Horn, St Albans on Saturday May 16th 2020.If you love I Am The Resurrection, Made Of Stone, Fools Gold, Waterfall, She Bangs The Drums and many more then do not miss this exclusive opportunity to hear your favourite Stone Roses anthems performed live by the UK’s finest tribute! Find out more... Fri 22 May - Uptown Funk Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry Uptown funk are the ultimate party band if you wanna get down and get funky ! Since 2016 they've been playing as an intrepid band of funk warriors bringing all those classic grooves to life, adding a decent shot of 'old school' funk and soul to your evening, laced with a considerable amount of dancing! With over 30 year of playing under their ever-growing belts, their prime reason for rekindling a live funk/soul band is to relive those early memories of discos, holiday camps, northern soul clubs & festivals from the days before click tracks took the fun out of playing this genre of music. Come and jump on the 'Soul Train' and get down to an evening of Soul, Funk and Disco. Uptown Funk Facebook Find out more... Sat 23 May - Mused £10 adv / £12 door MUSED - UK's Number 1 MUSE Tribute Band Mused are a UK based professional tribute act who excel at providing an authentic Muse concert experience. Muse themselves now rarely perform at anything smaller than arena capacity, and Mused offer the opportunity to get up close to the action! We accurately recreate all of the favourite Muse tracks, and like Muse, rather than playing them exactly like the studio recordings, we perform all the extra bits including the "jam" parts in-between songs just as Muse do when performing live, thus creating a true Muse live experience! From the moment the show opens to the encore you will believe you are listening to, and watching Muse themselves! The band's set list compiles songs from across all Muse's studio albums, from Showbiz to Drones. You can rest assured your Muse experience is safe in our hands! More information, tracks & video’s can be found at www.Muse-Tribute.co.uk Find out more... Fri 29 May - The Maida Vales Band onstage at 10:30 - Free Entry The Maida Vales avoid the usual suspect sounds we've heard time and time again. Instead, the band favor the more eccentric tones and feel good numbers of the early Stones, Kinks and the more recent, Dandy Warhol's, Supergrass and The Raconteurs. The bands keen ear for melody, hooks and groove make for a stand out, whistle blowing, fuzz-rock sound. Exploration into the tremendous highs and the bottomless lows of a middle class music nut living in the heart of the concrete jungle. Love and loss, excess and debauchery together with BIG melodies, raucous riffs, driving bass lines and powerhouse blues beats paired with stage antics to match! The Maida Vales Website Find out more... Sat 30 May - The Jam'd The Jam’d have built a huge following and have gained a reputation for being the finest tribute to ‘The Jam’. The Jam’d are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler, allowing the audience to relive the experience of one of the most influential bands of the British music scene. The Jam’d…..The Jam Experience! TICKETS: £10 Adv/ £12 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Wed 03 Jun - Battle of The Bands - Semi Final 1 Sat 06 Jun - Ultimate Coldplay Ultimate Coldplay are a live tribute to Coldplay. Based in the UK and performing all the Coldplay hits and more in a brilliant sound and look a like show. Tickets - £10 Adv / £12 Door (subject to availability) Find out more... Fri 19 Jun - Free State Revolution Band onstage at 10:30pm - Free Entry Free State Revolution are a 4 piece Rock/Pop covers band.They cover the finest classic rock songs, but also put their own take on pop, indie and chart songs. They mix their sets up so you can expect a song by Adele next to AC/DC, The Cure next to Kaiser Chiefs, or Feeder next to Foo Fighters, giving each song their own signature brand of rock. Find out more... Fri 10 Jul - Killing Time Band onstage 10.30pm - Free Entry Formed in early 2019 Killing Time bring to you an interesting mix of obvious and the not so obvious Indie/Pop/Rock songs from all corners of the globe. This new 5 piece covers band are made up of 4 talented musicians and loudmouth frontman Andy from popular covers band “Six Go Mad”. Guitars will replace any Brass and keyboard sections to make the songs sound intriguing and clever. The Bassline will pound your heart and the Drums will rattle your bones. Killing Time will play you tracks by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Tom Jones alongside some interesting versions of songs by INXS, Julian Cope and Ugly Kid Joe to name just a few. Come and witness a band on a mission to gather a following in and around Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas. All we ask is that you join us and make their dream become reality whilst we are all having a good time Killing Time! Killing Time Facebook Find out more... Sat 18 Jul - Stipe (REM Tribute) Doors 9pm - £12 adv / £14 otd It’s now seven years since they split, R.E.M., the stadium band that were entertaining, powerful, ground breaking. With a string of peerless albums running through four decades, rooted in the underground with their eyes on the soaring chorus R.E.M. remain as the band that saved American Rock. Whether playing festivals or on tour across the U.K. and into Europe Stipe are the definitive R.E.M. tribute. A full band tribute, complete with encyclopaedic knowledge of the original, and acclaimed as “awesome” by Michael Stipe of R.E.M. Stipe Website Find out more... Sat 25 Jul - A Bit of a Blur “A bit of a Blur” are a Milton Keynes based tribute act, playing all the hits and various album tracks from the iconic band Blur. Established musicians with many years of playing live experience, they formed in early 2018 and are already securing plenty of gigs and are being well received wherever they play. Not so much a look-a-like band (although the obvious similarities are there) but their aim is to be true to the original sound encompassing all the energy of those amazing Blur live performances we all love. They are fast becoming one of the "must see" tribute bands on the circuit. “well worth the wait... all the hard work paid off. you could feel the buzz between the guys on the stage. looking forward to the next gig. fantastic!!!!” “Awesome! Not often you see a blur tribute. Their sound is hard to master. These boys braved to try. And god their hard work has paid off. A must see set and a master performance.” “Excellent, just got better and better!! Thank You” “So much energy, fantastic gig fella's” A Bit Of A Blur Tickets - £10 Advance / £12 Door (subject to availability) Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a guardian) Find out more... Fri 07 Aug - Juan More Band starts at 10.30pm - Free Entry St Albans based party covers band Juan More cover a diverse range of artists such as the Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Duffy, Kings of Leon, Adele, Zutons, REM and many more Find out more... Sat 12 Sep - Absolute Bowie Absolute Bowie are Europe’s Best David Bowie Tribute Band. The five piece has toured all over Europe for the last 8 years, faithfully performing the music of David Bowie with uncanny accuracy. The audience are taken on a journey experiencing the different personas of Bowie, from Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane through to The Thin White Duke and the late 80's."Absolutely wicked. As one who was there, watching AB put me back there again. For anyone who missed it or fans who want to relive it I definitely recomment it. As close to the real thing that you'll get. Enjoy." - Woody Woodmansey (Spiders from Mars)Absolute Bowie has been voted one of the best tribute bands in the UK with their energetic (and theatrical!) stage show. Prepare to be taken from A to Z (Absolute Beginners to Ziggy!) with Stations to Station in between. Tickets - £15 Adv / £17 Door (subject to availability) Find out more... Sat 24 Oct - The Rolling Clones There are no better guardians of the back catalogue of hits from The Rolling Stones, one of the greatest rock n roll acts of all time. There are no better deliverers of vibrancy, edginess, masterly musicianship and charisma on the tribute circuit.....and all this by the strutting, trout-pouting Juggernaut-load. There is no better way to experience vintage juice from the best fruit on the rock n roll tree: ladies and gentleman, introducing The Rolling Clones.The Rolling Clones make musical time travel possible. You'll be there, back in the glorious day, marinating in hit after hit that sound as fresh as the moment The Stones first rolled them out. They manage to combine the essential raunchy tiger with playful kitten. They manage to weave a web of rock n roll nostalgia in which you'll be more than willing to be caught forever. The Rolling Clones: making their audiences love them and loving them right back, with rainbow coloured sequins on.www.rollinclones.comTICKETS: £12 Adv / £14 Door Ages 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Find out more... Sat 28 Nov - Pearl Jamm As featured by BBC London and Classic Rock Magazine, Pearl Jamm are the finest Pearl Jam tribute band in the UK. Brought together by their love of Pearl Jam, they regularly perform heartfelt and energetic live shows to packed venues across the UK, capturing the essence of Pearl Jam. They put on an outstanding and authentic live show, reflecting the energy of an early Pearl Jam gig… if Pearl Jam had written their entire back catalogue of songs when they first started, this is what their performances would have felt like! Pearl Jamm FacebookTICKETS: £12 Adv / £14 Door Find out more... Entertainment > Pubs Dates and times: Open Mon to Thu 12noon-12am, Fri & Sat 12noon-2am, Sun 12noon- 10.30pm. Food served Mon to Sat 12noon-7pm, Sun 12noon-6pm. Address: Victoria Street Town: St Albans Postcode: AL1 3TE Email: email The Horn The Horn User Rating: out of 5 ( 0 reviews ) Write your own review of The Horn Mokoko Ye Olde Fighting Cocks Public House The Goat Inn Bar Sixty Two The Foragers at The Verulam Arms The Alban Arena The Cock Inn The Snug Bar Great Northern - Under New Ownership Powered by IISpeed - Google PageSpeed optimization for Microsoft IIS and ASP.NET	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28721
__label__wiki	0.526392	0.526392	Acquisitions / Investments ABQ developers partner to build southern NM hotel – Home2 Suites by David Miles \| Nov 6, 2019 \| Company News, Development News \| 0 comments By Ron Davis – Reporter, Albuquerque Business First Nov 4, 2019, 3:58pm EST The idea to build Alamogordo’s newest hotel came from a plumbing subcontractor of Total Management Systems. About two years after taking the advice to pursue an extended-stay project in the area, Albuquerque developers Total Management Systems and Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group are set to break ground on a new Home2 Suites by Hilton off Highway 54 on Wednesday. The groundbreaking comes amid an uptick in activity at the Holloman Air Force Base nearby. The 4-story, 90-room hotel will include refrigerators, dishwashers and kitchen sinks in units and will have a lobby that overflows into an outdoor seating marketplace, a business center, meeting rooms to use for special events and an outdoor seating area with fire pit and barbecue. It will also feature an outdoor pool, fitness center and guest laundry rooms. Lance Sigmon, principal at Allen Sigmon, said he was attracted to the location as a movie theater and a family entertainment center are close by. New housing as well as vacant land for possible restaurant development are also in proximity to the hotel. “We just kind of fell in love with the concept that this hotel will be surrounded by all these other amenities,” Sigmon said. Total Management Systems will manage the hotel upon the opening of the project, which is expected to be in early 2021. Hilton confirmed the project and its timeline in an email to Business First on Monday. “There’s a limited selection of hotels there and the nicer ones always seem to do really well in that market,” Total Management Systems President Prakash Sundaram said. “It will go after some of the more extended-stay travelers to the area, not only for Holloman Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range but also leisure travelers who go to visit White Sands.” Sundaram’s company, Sundaram Builders, will be the general contractor and Albuquerque-based Peter Butterfield is the architect of the hotel. The developers said they went through Enterprise Bank & Trust for the financing of the project. Sigmon declined to disclose the cost of the project. Sigmon and Sundaram’s firms also partnered to develop The Courtyard by Marriott Las Cruces — a 126-room hotel that opened this summer — and purchase Uptown Tower, a seven-story office building at 2440 Louisiana Blvd. across the street from the Coronado Center, for an undisclosed price. Allen Sigmon ranked No. 7 on Business First’s List of Largest New Mexico Commercial Real Estate Firms with $46.75 million in commercial transaction volume in 2018. Originally reported on ABQ Biz First: https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/news/2019/11/04/abq-developers-partner-to-build-southern-nm-hotel.html Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group is a full-service commercial real estate company based in Albuquerque with an expertise in acquisitions, brokerage, development, and property management. As a local company, we pride ourselves in our knowledge of the New Mexico commercial market and the relationships we are able to foster compared to larger national firms. Our office works with every kind of commercial property; including office, industrial, retail, land, and multifamily. Our understanding of client needs and concerns not only comes from our experience as an office but also as owners and investors of commercial property ourselves. We have an excellent team in place that is eager to work on your behalf; our results speak for themselves. Top Deals of 2019 – Thomas Mortensen, Associate Broker Industrial Vacancy Hits a Record Low Groundbreaking Home2 Suites Alamogordo Acquisitions News Brokerage Listings News Property Management News 9201 Montgomery Blvd NE Email Info@AllenSigmon.com © 2013 - 2017 Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group • SEO & Website Design by Millennial Web Design	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28723
__label__cc	0.631135	0.368865	Helse og sosialfag, diverse Bannister Barbara Bannister, Gillespie Stephen Gillespie, Jones Jane Jones Førpris 849,- Spar 170,- Forlag Wiley Emne Infectious & contagious diseases; Medical microbiology & virology; Personal & public health Om Infection Infection: Microbiology and Management provides a core resource for the understanding of medical microbiology and infectious diseases. Content covers microbiological and clinical diagnosis, through to clinical management, epidemiology and the control of infectious conditions as they occur both in the hospital and community setting. With a concise, systems-based approach, the third edition has been revised and restructured and now covers wider epidemiological and public concerns. Key feature boxes, self assessment and case studies assist learning in each chapter. Designed to be used either as a basic learning text, or as a practical textbook in the clinical setting, Infection: Microbiology and Management, previously titled Infectious Disease, will continue to appeal to students at all stages of their career, candidates for higher examinations, the general physician and surgeon, epidemiologists and experts in public health.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28736
__label__wiki	0.652182	0.652182	Ford confirms fresh content for Mustang every year Jun 23rd 2006 at 11:02AM It's strange to think of the Mustang as a bonified breadwinner for Ford, but the iconic muscle car continues to be one of the brand's best-selling cars. At the company's 2007 full-line preview on Wednesday, Ford's Derrick Kuzak told Inside Line that new products would be added to the Mustang lineup every year and that Carroll Shelby will continue to be a part of each and every iteration. Inside Line also pumped Shelby himself for more information and learned the man behind the muscle car believes that the Mustang is capable of more horsepower than the 500 ponies produced in the 2007 Shelby GT500, 600-plus horsepower even, and should still be able to pass the Blue Oval's 50,000-mile warranty. Shelby also reveals he's not too impressed by the Camaro Concept, calling the car "adequate". Shelby's best line during the on-site interview goes, "With the new Camaro, they'd better not dream they'll have more horsepower [than Mustang]." Did you say horsepower war? What horsepower war? [Source: Inside Line] ford gt500 CarrollShelby	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28743
__label__cc	0.635915	0.364085	Midwest Engineering Systems Opens Two Facilities July 17, 2014 - Midwest Engineering Systems announces the opening of two new facilities in Wisconsin and Colorado:. A 5,000 square foot engineering office is opening in Beloit, WI and a 30,000 square foot welding & service manufacturing facility is opening in Colorado (city has not been confirmed). Midwest Engineering System’s corporate headquarters is also in the process of moving to a larger 100,000 square foot facility located in Pewaukee, WI by the end of 2014. Along with consistent company growth, opening these two facilities gives them the ability to be geographically closer to key customers. Midwest Engineering Systems is also planning on finding additional resources by tapping into key talent pools in these areas. The company is expected to add 10-20 new employees in areas such as engineering, technical service, and administration. “Diversifying into different markets such as Heavy Deposition Welding and Aerospace has provided us with the opportunity to grow the business into additional premium geographic locations. Bringing us closer to some key customers and allowing us to take advantage of specific talent in these areas of the country.” Says Scott Woida, President/CEO of Midwest Engineering Systems. Midwest Engineering Systems Inc. is committed to providing simple solutions to complex automation problems. Our engineering staff has technical expertise that includes a diverse knowledge base, building thousands of custom automation systems over the last 20+ years. Midwest Engineering Systems Inc. has been providing high-quality custom machine design and automation solutions since 1991. Process Automation, Factory Automation, Systems Integration ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance announces 23 organizations as new members heading into 2020 ISAGCA is organized into four general focus areas for cybersecurity including: Awareness & Outreach; Compliance & Prevention; Education & Training;... Rotork actuators help German town enhance water delivery Stadtwerke Lohr am Main has been supplied with 39 GT pneumatic piston actuators and 13 CK modular electric actuators to be used at two municipal... Getting Your Money's Worth: Reducing the cost of owning a motor By Jonathan Wilkins, EU Automation An electric motor is a device that converts electrical energy into rotary kinetic energy, powering many diverse... Taking an Incremental, Multi-Stage Approach When Upgrading Aging DCS Systems By Stephen Armstrong, Freelance Industrial Writer With some DCS systems now decades old, system users often know they need to upgrade but find the... The World Market for Gas Flow Measurement - 4th Ed. By Flow Research The World Market for Gas Flow Measurement examines the gas flow measurement market on both a worldwide and regional basis. It...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28746
__label__cc	0.735648	0.264352	Schaeffler UK provides remote condition monitoring of ships’ gearboxes May 1, 2014 - Schaeffler UK installed condition monitoring systems on two ships operated by United European Car Carriers (UECC). The monitoring systems, which are installed in the ships’ engine control rooms, are set up to monitor the vibration behaviour of the engine gearboxes. As well as supplying and installing the condition monitoring hardware, Schaeffler is also providing UECC with ongoing exception-based remote monitoring services via V-SAT link. This service not only provides UECC with an early warning system for any potential gearbox failures, but also generates useful diagnostics and trend information that UECC can give to class inspectors (e.g. Lloyds Register) during routine ship audit inspections. These gearbox diagnostics reports eliminate the need for time consuming, one-off gearbox inspections, which cost tens of thousands of pounds per gearbox and cause costly delays while the ships remain in dry dock. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, UECC is Europe’s leading provider of short sea RoRo transportation. The company transports around 1.5 million units per year – including passenger cars, commercial vehicles, high and heavy equipment and trailers – to and from sea ports in the UK and Europe. UECC operates a fleet of 23 purpose-built vessels. Two of UECC’s vessels – the AutoStar and AutoSun – are fitted with Schaeffler’s FAG DTECT X1s vibration monitoring systems. On each ship, a single, 8-channel FAG DTECT X1s system is set up to monitor four vibration points (two on the gearbox input shaft and two on the output shaft) on each of the two main engine gearboxes. The systems are mounted close to the gearboxes in protective enclosures. A panel PC displays the vibration data from each gearbox. The systems are connected to the ship’s V-SAT communications system. The FAG DTECT X1s is a condition monitoring system that is suitable for use in a wide range of industrial and marine environments, including the monitoring of rotating components and machines such as bearings, gearboxes, turbochargers, compressors, fans, pumps and drives. All commonly used acceleration, speed and displacement sensors can be connected to the FAG DTECT X1s, enabling process parameters such as speed, temperature, torque and pressure to be monitored. UK-based company HargreavesMarine, Schaeffler UK’s partner for the marine industry, was responsible for the specification and installation of the FAG DTECT X1s systems, as well as the ongoing remote monitoring service. Bob Hargreaves, Managing Director of HargreavesMarine commented: “The condition monitoring systems were installed in early 2013 and have already proved their worth at UECC. If an alarm is generated from the FAG DTECT X1s systems, we can immediately see this regardless of where the ships are located in the world. We can see which bearing on which gearbox is responsible for triggering the alarm, and then decide whether action is required by the ship’s engineers.” “We’ve adopted an exception-based monitoring strategy, whereby every 12 hours, vibration data from the gearbox monitoring systems is sent ashore to us via satellite link and cloud server. We can look at the vibration frequency of the bearings inside the gearbox in order to detect any deviations from the norm. We can therefore monitor the health of the gearboxes and notify the ships’ engineers if any remedial action is necessary.” Chief engineers at UECC receive a monthly report showing the gearbox vibration data and measuring points over time. This information can be collated into annual reports or dry dock reports, which can be presented to class inspectors when an audit of the ship is carried out, which in the case of engine gearboxes, occurs every five years. As Hargreaves explained: “It’s about being able to provide sufficient evidence to a class surveyor that the gearbox bearings are in good condition. If a surveyor isn’t satisfied, they could request that the gearbox be disassembled to enable a visual inspection to be carried out.” “The cost of downtime in the marine industry is extremely high and so being able to remotely monitor the condition of critical, high value assets on the ship such as machines, drives and gearboxes, is becoming increasingly desirable for ship operators and managers. This is partly due to higher workloads and the reducing number of staff on modern ships, but also because the monitoring is carried out by a specialist, trained company that understands vibration data and how to analyse and interpret this. The marine operator therefore requires no specialist skills or knowledge, but gets complete peace of mind and is reassured that the health of their assets is being monitored continuously,” he added. Jim Belsham, Technical Superintendent at UECC is responsible for the remote condition monitoring installations on AutoStar and AutoSun. He commented: “When a ship’s gearbox reaches 60,000 to 70,000 hours in service the last thing we want to do is to replace all the bearings inside the gearbox that are potentially still in good condition. Not only is this very costly and time consuming, but can also mean the vessel loses days generating revenue. Around two years ago we therefore looked for an alternative solution. We did talk to other condition monitoring suppliers but unlike Schaeffler these companies were unable to provide a solution that was tailored to our needs.” According to Jim Belsham aftermarket support was critical in selecting a suitable provider. “We didn’t simply want a supplier to install the condition monitoring hardware and then leave it to UECC to analyse the data. Schaeffler not only provided a system that was tailored to our specific requirements but also supplies the necessary manpower and expertise to collect and analyse the vibration signatures of the gearbox bearings on the ships.” As Jim Belsham concluded: “With the FAG DTECT X1s systems and remote monitoring service contract, we now get a comfort factor and warm sense of security each time we receive a monthly report. We haven’t found any unusual problems to date, but the system constantly reassures us that the gearboxes are not going to suddenly fail and cause costly downtime.” Schaeffler with its product brands INA, LuK and FAG is a leading global provider of rolling bearing and plain bearing solutions and of linear and direct drive technology, as well as a renowned supplier to the automotive industry of high-precision products and systems for engines, transmissions and chassis. The group of companies with operations around the world generated revenue of approximately 11.2 billion euros in 2013. With around 79,000 employees worldwide, Schaeffler is one of the largest German and European technology companies in family ownership. With approximately 170 locations in 49 countries, Schaeffler has a worldwide network of manufacturing locations, research and development facilities, sales companies, engineering offices, and training centers. 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__label__wiki	0.840337	0.840337	How Radio Stars Deal With The Social Media Trolls By Emma Mackenzie If you’re in the spotlight, no doubt you’ll have some haters. It’s not a pleasant job seeing the trolling comments, however the way some of the big radio stars in the country deal with them differs. While Charli Robinson and Fifi Box, both radio presenters and media personalities, speaking at the National Radio Conference on the Gold Coast last Friday, are both a fan of the ‘block’ when someone says something unnecessarily cruel, Ryan “Fitzy” Fitzgerald, one half of NOVA’s Fitzy and Wippa radio show, believes these people need to be named and shamed. There are plenty of examples circling the web about people who have screenshotted harsh or disgusting comments and shared them for the world to see. Journalist Clementine Ford was recently involved in a big issue when she took some rape threats that were sent to her through Facebook messenger and shared them on her public page. Similarly, Aussie DJ Alison Wonderland just last week named and shamed some trolls who posted rape threats on her Instagram page. When asked what he does with trolls by moderator Sam Mac, Fitzgerald said he gives them a niggle back. However Robinson was worried about that kind of activity. “That’s really dangerous though,” she commented, “because those people, they’re tough on their keyboard, but not emotionally. I sometimes worry these are really vulnerable people and when we, in a power of authority by having a lot of followers, smash them, we’re kind of sending the negative message back to them.” Cooling some of the disagreement on stage, Ben Fordham, radio and TV personality, said he goes down the passive aggressive route. If someone says something negative or horrible about him, he’ll reply with a ‘why thank you. I couldn’t do this without all your support’ type comment. Like Robinson, Box is a blocker. However, sometimes just to get the frustration out, she’ll draft a reply. Although never sends it. While the ways of dealing with haters differed between the radio stars, everyone was in agreement there are definitely some situations, such as the Alison Wonderland one previously mentioned where something needs to be done. aana reset Advertising Standards Bureau ivfaustralia Marketing Myth Ten The Smith Family	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28754
__label__cc	0.715067	0.284933	Women-Led Enterprises Youth in Business Books, Blogs & Poetry Design, Fashion & Architecture TV, Film & Online Video DIY & Life Hacks Wellness Inside Out #NeverStopLearning The VIP Section Upcycling & Recycling Lab to Life #Barakability MONT8: The Middle East’s Online Art Marketplace A conversation with a talented friend who could not sell her art lead to the launch of MONT8, the online marketplace for artists and art lovers in the Middle East, earlier this September. Omar Odeh and Bilal Kasih could not accept the fact that despite the rise of e-business, the Arab world had not yet made use of it to discover its hidden talents, and therefore decided to do it themselves. MONT8 is a platform that meets artists and buyers halfway, allowing artists to showcase their work, and buyers to browse freely, pick and customise their choices, and have them delivered. We were pleased to speak to Omar Odeh and Bilal Kasih about their start-up. ‪How did it all begin? ‪Omar: We were inspired by our talented artist, designer and architect friends who’ve been producing amazing art, but don’t get the chance to showcase their artwork in galleries or on websites. When our friend, Sawsan, had a few of her art pieces ready to be showcased, we went around a number of galleries in Dubai to sell them. The process seemed to be very complicated for a beginner. Galleries required long procedures, and were looking for established artists who fit certain criteria, including experience and previous exhibitions. She wasn’t the only one struggling, the Middle East is full of talents like her. A search through the internet and among your friends would show the amount of unnoticed talents that need a platform to present them to the world. So we thought of providing this platform and making it accessible to thousands of talents in this situation. ‪We worked hard on the website. The set up took some time but we wanted the best user experience for art buyers, enthusiasts and artists. We ended up with this version of the website and, of course, development is a continuous process. We’ll always make sure that the website evolves to suit the needs of its users effectively. ‪What kind of support did you get as you were starting up? ‪Bilal: Financially, nothing at all. The business is self-funded by Omar and me. We’re following a start up concept called bootstrapping; we use existing resources to fund the business, and whatever comes out of it is invested back in the business. So we do our best to save up every possible Dirham and invest in MONT8. When it comes to moral support, we support each other. There are days when I would be discouraged, and Omar motivates me and vice versa. That is what’s great about working with a partner. ‪Omar: And friends. Our friends were very supportive. Our talented friends who needed, and deserved such a platform are what inspired us and this is one kind of support. What challenges did you face as founders? Omar: We were first faced with technical issues. We needed a web developer who would understand our needs since neither of us had this technical background, and this was difficult. ‪Bilal: Honestly, we were ready to self-fund since the beginning. There are challenges that we face everyday but that’s part of the learning curve of starting your own business. Whether it’s about our industry, business, operations, marketing, sales, Omar and I learn something new everyday.‪ At the same time, both my background and his come in handy every now and then. ‪Technically, we had to learn how to deal with web developers. Our aim since day one was to find a technical team member who would add innovative value and keep communication flowing between the business end and technological end of the company. We have eventually locked down that new team member who we’re always bothering! ‪Another challenge- which is also a blessing in disguise, is the fact that we are self-funded and bootstrapping. It forces us to find logical, effective and efficient solutions for the business. What is your vision for MONT8? ‪Bilal: To create a platform for artists, designers and photographers in the Middle East, whether amateur or professional, to create their own online brands on our website. ‪Where do you see art entrepreneurship in the Middle East heading? ‪Omar: Art is booming in the Middle East, but online art is still maturing. The art scene is growing largely in the region- but our vision is to create a different scene. We want people to adapt to a new concept, which is that art is not just a framed painting on the wall but anything around you, and it can be generated by independent artists. ‪It’s people who create the value of our business- artists and buyers. Very few business models can enjoy this. Bilal: We want to be pioneers in this industry. Competitors will arise one day but we will always make sure to do things the right way and keep our strong personal relationships with the artists. This is very essential to our business as it provides us with feedback and suggestions on how to improve the portal. As Omar said; our aim is to redefine the concept of art- it’s much broader than a Picasso painting on the wall. It can be on all products- ranging from traditional art prints and framed canvases to commercial use. It all goes back to enabling artists to create their own brands, free of charge. The next time you think of art as something that can only be brought from the West, or that is only for the elite, head to MONT8 to enjoy the variety, the flexibility, and the affordability of the offerings of local talents. ‪If you’re an artist, head to MONT8 to present yourself to the world, get creative with your artwork, submit it, and name your price. They will handle the rest. 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__label__cc	0.715498	0.284502	https://www.barrons.com/articles/amazon-moving-closer-to-american-cities-says-morgan-stanley-1492041281 Tech Trader Daily Amazon Moving Closer to American Cities, Says Morgan Stanley Tiernan Ray Updated April 12, 2017 7:59 pm ET / Original April 12, 2017 7:54 pm ET Analysts at Morgan Stanley today issued a longish (25 pages) report on the real-estate investment trust (REIT) industry, one of whose conclusions is that Amazon.com (AMZN) is investing more in warehouses close to America’s dense urban environments. Internet analyst Brian Nowak, who follows Amazon stock, teamed up with the firm’s REIT analysts to study leases procured by Amazon and FedEx (FDX), and found that Amazon is increasingly spending on facilities close to larger and larger populations. Amazon's warehouse leases since the late 1990's "shows that the average population within 10 miles of a warehouse is now >1 million people, more than double the average population for the same distance in 2009,” write the analysts. "The trend should accelerate with increased adoption of its Prime subscription." Even lease durations are shortening, they write: "Leases average 2-4 years, even for large and good credit tenants like Amazon, a remarkable contrast to the 10-15 year leases that Amazon typically signs for larger space beyond 25 miles from a large city." Why might they be doing this? Shortened delivery is a general reason, but in particular, Nowak surmises it’s important for Amazon’s push into selling groceries: Amazon's entry into the grocery is key to capturing sharing in a$770 billion market and a way to expand its ecosystem, see Can Amazon Pass go? Grocery delivery is extremely time sensitive and high velocity which increases the need for the proximity to the consumer offered by last mile warehouses. Amazon shares today closed up 17 cents at $896.40. Analysts at Morgan Stanley today issued a longish (25 pages) report on the real-estate investment trust (REIT) industry, one of whose conclusions is that Amazon.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28758
__label__wiki	0.690108	0.690108	Leisure, parks and culture Local Parks and Open Spaces About the borough Wigmore Heath Local Nature Reserve Eastrop Park The War Memorial Park Glebe Gardens Equipped play areas Green Flag award Parks and Green Spaces Survey Sport support and development Arts, culture and events Environmental renewal schemes Basing Lime Pits Beggarwood Park Binfields Woodland Park Black Dam Ponds Brighton Hill Playing Fields Carpenters Down Open Space Chineham Park Crabtree Plantation Eastrop Park Glebe Gardens Hatch Warren Park Hatch Warren Playing Fields King George V Playing Fields Oakridge Playing Fields Old Down Pamber Forest, Pamber Popley Community Park (formerly Aldermaston Road open space) Rooksdown Park Russell Howard Park Sherborne Road Playing Fields Sherfield Park Southdown Road, Tadley Stratton Park Tewkesbury Close open space Victory Park War Memorial Park West Ham Park Whiteditch Playing Fields Wigmore Heath, Baughurst Winklebury Playing Fields Parks with outdoor gym equipment Skate parks Multi-use games areas Local nature reserves Parks and open spaces Basingstoke and surround areas. Basing Lime Pits Once part of a private estate, the Lime Pits now provides an opportunity for walking, playing and picnicking. The site forms part of the Basingstoke Canal Heritage Footpath Trail, running across Basingstoke common and finishing at Basing House. It follows a route rich in wildlife and cultural heritage. View the disabled access guide for Basing Lime Pits. Beggarwood Park Is situated to the south west of Basingstoke, and mainly serves the communities of Hatch Warren and Beggarwood. It was originally identified and developed as public open space to support new housing development in the area. Facilities include a play area, an outdoor gym, a maze and amphitheatre, all linked by a good footpath network. View the disabled access guide for Beggarwood Park. Binfields Woodland Park A woodland accessed by foot from Reading Road, St Joseph’s Crescent and Simon’s Close. It has many paths through it as well as seating and “hidden” environmental art. Black Dam Ponds The ponds provide a haven for wildlife, particularly Waterfowl including Tufted ducks, Coots and Kingfishers. The site offers picnic facilities and links via an underpass to Crabtree Open Space and Black Dam Ponds Nature Reserve. A self guided walk leaflet is available to download from the walking section on this site. Follow this link for information on conservation work in this park. View the disabled access guide for Black Dam Ponds. Brighton Hill Playing Fields Provides a range of sporting facilities including six football pitches and changing rooms. View the disabled access guide for Brighton Hill playing fields. Burney Bit, Pamber This green space includes an open grass area as well as a play area suitable for toddlers and older children including a ground level slide. A network of paved paths provides access from several of the surrounding streets. How to get there: Postcode RG26 3TL Carpenters Down Open Space Lies next to Carpenters Down Wood, which is managed by the Forestry Commission. This open space offers sporting facilities for basketball and bowls. Nature trails and walks lead through the woodland to Sherborne St John. The site also boasts an excellent community centre, which provides a number of events and activities for local people. View the disabled access guide for Carpenters Down Open Space. Chineham Park Once part of the Chineham Park Estate, Chineham Park retains a number of mature trees from the original parkland. The park welcomes visitors to the grounds with bespoke timber feature posts. It provides locals with a children’s play area, a half pipe skate facility and an outdoor gym trail. Historically the park hosted a popular outdoor paddling pool facility for the local community. In 2016 the paddling pool was converted into a fun and engaging children’s splash pad facility. The splash pad is a free public facility provided by the council and opened during the summer months. The Splash Pad will be open 10am to 7pm every day from April to September. Although opening times may change due to unforeseen circumstances. After extended periods of high use, the splash pad may temporarily shut down to top up its water supply. This can take up to 30 minutes. View the disabled access guide for Chineham Park. Crabtree Plantation This was originally part of the Hackwood Estate. Evidence of the historical significance of this site can still be seen in the Bolton Arch, the main entrance to Crabtree. The woodland is a mixture of oak, horse chestnut, sycamore and ash, with many informal footpaths. The grassland is managed for flowering plants. Crabtree is an important site for butterflies due to its south facing position, woodland and grassland habitat. The elms are particularly important as a resting and breeding place for the beautiful and rare White Letter Hairstreak. Each summer a local resident and a member of the Butterfly Conservation carries out a regular survey of the site. A self guided walk leaflet is available to download from the tree trails and self-guided walks webpage. Also follow this link for information on conservation work in this park. View the disabled access guide for Crabtree Plantation. Follow this link for more information about Eastrop Park. View the disabled access guide for Eastrop Park Close to the town, opposite the Anvil, Glebe Gardens once belonged to the rectory, Chute House. The gardens have many old trees and in the spring snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils grow amongst the grass around the trees. The River Loddon winds through the willow trees. The grounds of Glebe Gardens originally formed the lawns and meadows attached to the rectory for St Michaels Church. In the early 1900s the main summer event of the year was the annual pageant, held on the rectory lawn and meadows, the church garden party continued into the 1960s. In 1925 one of the events at the pageant was the re-enactment of Danes landing from a boat on the river. The Poet, Thomas Warton, (1728-1790), was born at the parsonage which preceded the rectory. Warton was made Poet Laureate in 1785. He wrote a sonnet "To the River Loddon" recalling his early years. The Georgian rectory, Chute House was named after the Rev. Anthony Chute, vicar of St. Michael’s Church from 1938 to 1947. It stands in the north eastern corner of the gardens and dates from 1773 but has been altered and extended since. In the 1960s it was decided to build a new rectory which now stands close to St Michael’s Church. The gardens and the rectory were bought by the borough council in the early 1970s. Although the River Loddon is now only a very small stream, in the past it had a considerable flow and its water was used in various industrial processes such as fulling cloth, milling and brewing. Records show that fullers were fined for polluting the river with their waste and in 1547 a vicar was ordered by a Basingstoke court to remove the privy he had erected over the common brook. A Mulberry tree remains in the gardens near the car park entrance, planted in connection with the silk mill which used to be in Brook Street. In the 16th century, there was a bridge across the Loddon at the bottom of Wote Street and there was a causeway at the bottom of Church Street. A small footbridge in the grounds, which still remains, gave the vicar direct access to the church. During the construction of the town centre in the 1960s, the river was diverted underground and now re-emerges in Eastrop Park. Hatch Warren Park An informal park with a children’s play area and is ideal for walking, informal exercise and play. View the disabled access guide for Hatch Warren Park. Hatch Warren Playing Fields Has facilities for football and tennis, as well as changing rooms. The site also boasts an excellent community centre, which provides a number of events and activities for local people. King George V Playing Fields This park was created to celebrate the reign of King George V. It contains a play area for younger children as well as space for informal ball games and outdoor gym equipment. A footpath and cycleway link the park to the supermarket and other pedestrian and cycle networks to the west. There is seating and space for picnics and relaxation. Oakridge Playing Fields Has a children’s play area, skate ramp, football pitches with changing rooms and ample space for walking. These playing fields are ideal for formal and informal recreation. Old Down A green space to the south of Gabriel Park accessed by foot from Firecrest Road and with a small car park next to the community building at the end of Old Kempshott Lane. It is mostly managed for wildlife conservation, particularly chalk grassland species, but also contains a play area for younger children. There are paths through the site, which connect to the wider footpath network, as well as seating and interpretation. The green space is managed in partnership with the Old Down and Beggarwood Wildlife Group. Pamber Forest, Pamber A large ancient woodland with heath and wood pasture, rich in butterflies, bees and birds. The Forest is managed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust and they have produced a guide to Pamber Forest and a self-guided trail to follow. Cattle are used to graze some of the woodland pasture and there is advice on the HIWWT website about visiting the forest walking your dog and walking amongst cattle GPS walking and cycle routes Newsletter - October 2017 (PDF) [475 kb] Popley Community Park (formerly Aldermaston Road open space) The council is developing a new neighbourhood park at the western end of Abbey Road in Popley. It includes two new play areas and a multi-use games area. There are paths and seating including picnic tables as well as areas managed for wildlife. There is parking accessible from Popley Way which includes disabled parking bays. Rooksdown Park Located in Rooksdown off Park Prewett Road next to the Community Centre. The park was originally part of the Park Prewett Hospital and included a cricket pitch. It now contains a play area suitable for children up to 11 years old plus a skate park. There are footpaths and seating around an open grass area suitable for informal recreation and relaxation. Areas of the park area managed to encourage wildlife including wildflower areas and the park is surrounded by mature trees. Russell Howard Park Offers netball courts, three football pitches, a cricket pitch, two bowling greens and changing rooms and a play area. Sherborne Road Playing Fields Provides sports pitches, changing rooms and a children’s play area. Sherfield Park This park is located on the north side of the Sherfield Park housing development. It is accessed via Gaiger Avenue or Amport Road. There are football pitches managed by the adjacent Community Centre as well as a play area for children aged 1 to 12 plus seating and space for relaxation. Southdown Road, Tadley This green space has a large area of grass for ball games and other informal activities as well as a play area which is suitable for toddlers and older children. There is also a separate single basketball hoop. How to get there: Postcode RG26 4BT Stratton Park Has three football pitches, a cricket pitch, six tennis courts and changing facilities with toilets (including disabled). There is a play area for children, space for informal recreation and a community centre on the site. View the disabled access guide for Stratton Park. Tadley Common This is a heathland with acid grassland, mire, gorse and scrub that supports many rare species of heathland plants, birds, reptiles and insects. The site is owned by a trust and is managed for the benefit of the people of Tadley. In addition to the restoration of the heathland a trim trail has been installed and there are skate ramps, a zip wire and multi-use games area located on the northern edge of the common at the junction of Silchester Road and Tadley Common Road. Further information is available on the Tadley Town Council website. Tewkesbury Close open space A large open field situated between Tewkesbury Close and Pershore Road. The park has a cluster of large trees at its centre and is an ideal location for dog walkers. The park contains a small children’s play area and also has an outdoor fitness trail encouraging people to be active. Located in Brookvale, this park can be accessed from Glebe Gardens or via Lower Brook Street. It contains a play area suitable for children aged 1 to 11 on either side of the stream that runs through the park. There is seating and space for picnics and ball games. There is also outdoor Gym equipment which complements the equipment in King George V Playing Fields at the other end of Lower Brook Street. Follow this link for information about the War Memorial Park. View the disabled access guide for the War Memorial Park. West Ham Park Home to Basingstoke Golf Centre, the site has a Par 3 golf course. It also has a 24 bay floodlit driving range and putting green. There is also a play area nearby. Whiteditch Playing Fields Open space and a children’s play area located on the site. Wigmore Heath, Baughurst This green space includes a large area of heathland as well as woodland and a play area which is accessible along footpaths from Wigmore Road, Hanger Road and Shyshack Road. Next to the play area is a grass area suitable for picnicking and relaxing. The heathland is managed for nature conservation and is important for heather and a variety of wildlife including lizards and many different species of bird How to get there: Postcode RG26 4HL Winklebury Playing Fields A large park with football pitches, cycle and skateboard ramps, basketball courts, changing rooms and play area. A cycleway and footpath run through the park link to the Leisure Park and town centre. Parks with outdoor gym equipment The following parks contain Outdoor Gym Equipment: The following parks contain skate parks: The following parks contain multi-use games areas/courts: Carpenters Down Popley Community Park Local nature reserves The following parks contain Local Nature Reserves: Chineham Woods - Long Copse, Guinea Copse, Great Sorrells Copse, Tollhouse Copse Popley Ponds off Tobago Close The Mill Field off Barton’s Lane - View the disabled access guide for Mill Field. RG21 4AH 8.30am to 5pm Sign up for email updates on council services, news and events. www.basingstoke.gov.uk/signup Did you find what you were looking for today? 1 star 2 stars 3 stars 4 stars 5 stars Our website uses cookies. If you're happy with this, click on 'OK' to close this notice. If not, please view our Cookies policy to learn how to manage your preferences.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28759
__label__wiki	0.775828	0.775828	Federal beer proposals would help Aspen brewer Andre Salvail Karol Sawa, a bartender at Aspen Brewing Co. on East Hopkins Avenue, pours a small glass of Saison, a style of pale ale that originated in Belgian farmhouses. The local company's spin on Saison won a silver medal last year at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver. / Andre Salvail The Aspen Times It appears that there is an issue on which congressional Republicans and Democrats can agree: Beer is overtaxed. Bills that seek to lower the federal excise tax on each barrel of beer produced by brewers large and small are awaiting discussion in House and Senate fiscal committees. Authors and co-sponsors of the competing bills tout their bipartisan support and the relief they would bring to small brewers such as Aspen Brewing Co. There is the Small Brew Act (House Resolution 494 and its companion, Senate Bill 917), endorsed by the Boulder-based Brewers Association, which represents small- and medium-sized craft brewers in Colorado and across the United States. It seeks to reduce the tax on each barrel from $7 to $3.50 but only on the first 60,000 barrels produced within a year. Companies that produce more than 60,000 barrels but fewer than 2 million barrels would pay a $16 rate. The Small Brew Act would provide no tax relief to the behemoth brewers that produce more than 6 million barrels, such as Anheuser-Busch InBev and MillerCoors, which currently pay $18 per barrel. A barrel is the equivalent of two full-sized kegs. Aspen Brewing Co., which in December 2011 opened a new brewing facility in the Aspen Business Center, produced about 2,000 barrels last year and has ramped up production to more than 4,000 barrels this year. Duncan Clauss, owner of the local beer manufacturer, said he supports the Small Brew Act even though competing legislation, known as the Beer Act, would provide greater tax relief. Under the Beer Act (HR 1918 and SB 958), brewers of 15,000 barrels or fewer would pay no federal excise tax. “The Beer Act seemingly helps us, but it gives more momentum to the international brewing companies,” Clauss said. “It could have more potential to hurt us in the long run, despite us being able to save a few bucks per barrel in the short term.” That’s because the Beer Act cuts in half the tax that brewers of more than 2 million barrels pay per barrel — from $18 to $9. The Brewers Association estimates, based on 2012 data, that the Beer Act’s 10-year cost to the government would be $16.76 billion. Comparatively, the Small Brew Act would reduce government revenue by only $651.9 million over a decade. Clauss said either act would mean savings for his company, though, allowing him to expand and hire more workers. In addition to his manufacturing facility, he also operates a tasting room for his various varieties of beer at a second-floor pub on East Hopkins Avenue. “The little money that we would save on excise tax essentially would give us more opportunity to invest in the business,” Clauss said. “We could grow our business a little bit faster.” Sen. Mark Udall, D-Colo., is the lead sponsor of SB 958, the Senate version of the Beer Act. In a news release last week, he said it would result in 90 percent of Colorado’s licensed breweries paying no federal excise taxes. “Colorado is one of the top beer-producing states in the country, and our innovative brewers have rightly earned Colorado a reputation as the Napa Valley of beer,” he said. “These aren’t your dad’s beers, and we shouldn’t discourage brewers from growing their businesses with an outdated excise tax.” Co-sponsors of Udall’s bill include Republican Sens. Roy Blunt, of Missouri, and David Vitter, of Louisiana, as well as Colorado’s junior senator, Democrat Michael Bennet. Two other Senate Democrats have joined as co-sponsors. The lead sponsor of the House version of the Small Brew Act is Rep. Jim Gerlach, R-Pa. His resolution has 47 Republicans and 43 Democrats as co-sponsors. Brewers Association Chief Operating Officer Bob Pease said both bills would help small brewers, but the Small Brew Act has a better chance of passing because it wouldn’t strip the U.S. government of as much excise-tax revenue. “The Beer Act is not serious,” Pease said. “That’s why we support the Small Brew Act, because we think we can get it passed at a modest cost, and it would help the brewery in Aspen to reinvest and expand and maybe hire an additional worker or two.” Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop Restaurant Manager at Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop in ASPEN Restaurant Manager NOW HIRINGRESTAURANT MANAGER, full time salaried position with bonus, health insurance and paid… Green Dragon - Aspen Sales Associate & Manager at Green Dragon - Aspen in ASPEN Sales Associate Join the Green Dragon -Aspen Team! FT/PT/Management positions, MED badge req. 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__label__wiki	0.575458	0.575458	Skeletons: Museum of Osteology Hundreds of skulls and bones at the largest skeleton museum in the country. Skeletons and skulls on display. Liz Cali (Used with Permission) Skeletons Animals Unveiled Entrance JimJones1971 (Creative Commons) Skeletons Animals Unveiled Rhino Skeleton JimJones1971 (Creative Commons) Sorry, Skeletons: Museum of Osteology is permanently closed. Following the success of his original skeleton museum in Oklahoma City, skull expert Jay Villamette opened this new, even larger attraction in Orlando. His two museums remain the only skeleton museums in the country. Fortunately, they’re both extensive. Top Places in Orlando Harry P. Leu Gardens A vast array of tropical plants collected by a vacationing couple. Added by themandino Jack Kerouac House The humble final home where the famous beat author wrote one of his most famous works a popular pilgrimage site for fans on the road. Added by riffraff7 Discovery Island Disney's abandoned animal island is now an overgrown ruin that was almost the coolest attraction ever. Added by nonononono See more things to do in Orlando » Skeletons: Museum of Osteology opened in Orlando in May of 2015 and features over 500 real animal skeletons. Each of these skeletons (and their complex dioramas) was cleaned and articulated by Villamette’s company, Skulls Unlimited International, which is one of the world’s leading providers of osteological specimens and one of the more exciting family-run businesses in Oklahoma, if not in the entire country. Even for experts, bone display is a long and complicated process. It can take hundreds of hours to correctly articulate a full skeleton, and even that follows months of preparation. Skulls Unlimited uses dermestid beetles to clean corpses. While the hungry beetles strip away flesh and tissue methodically and completely, it can take them six months to get through a larger animal. One can imagine how long it took the industrious insects to clean the 14-foot elephant on display in Orlando. (In addition to completed skeletons, the museum also features a small exhibit of the beetles in action.) After the beetles have had their way with a corpse, the bones are bleached in hydrogen peroxide before being assembled by Villamette’s team. For Orlando, they’ve assembled a little bit of everything: monkeys, bats, gorillas. Villamette is particularly proud of the rarer specimens here: There’s a sumatran rhinoceros and two Komodo Dragons. Recently, he told Attractions magazine that if he could acquire one more rare skeleton, he would like for it to be a giant panda. They’re nearly impossible to get ahold of, as the Chinese government keeps such close tabs on the population that even if a panda were to die in an American zoo, the remains would likely be returned. But make no bones about it, even without the dream display, visitors have plenty to see here. Located in the I-360 Plaza right under the Orlando Eye. aletrailskullsbonesskeletonsnatural history museumsmuseums and collections https://blooloop.com/features/skeletons-animals-unveiled-at-i-drive-360-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/skeletons-museum-announces-opening-date-drive-360-location/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skeletons:_Animals_Unveiled http://skeletonmuseum.com/ 8441 International Dr. Appears in 1 List Off-Centered Ale Trail: Orlando Sponsored by Dogfish Head Brewery The Holy Land Experience A mega theme park-wax museum mélange containing all things biblical. Added by blembitz Randall Knife Museum Home to a giant switchblade and one of the world's largest collections of pocket knives, this museum is a cut above the rest. Added by Edward Denny River Country Disney World's very first waterpark is now an abandoned ruin being reclaimed by the swamp. Added by gowens Colunga, Spain Jurassic Museum of Asturias A wonderful collection of fossilized dinosaurs and other creatures that roamed the landscape millions of years ago. Tower of London Barbary Lion Skulls The bones of two medieval royal lions were discovered at the historic fortress. Zurich's evolution museum hosts a unique collection of skeletons among its natural history treasures. Added by Vololona The Mauer 1 Jawbone The jaw of one of humankind's earliest ancestors on display at an overlooked geology museum. Added by Russ Arno	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28771
__label__cc	0.663174	0.336826	DTM Brands Hatch: Audi quotes Daniel Schuster Spokesman Formula E Tel. +49 841 89-38009 All Press Contacts If you have questions about Audi or our products but are not a journalist, please contact our customer service department at: Basic information: DTM 2019 Results and points Schedule DTM 2019 03/05 – 05/05 Hockenheim (D) 17/05 – 19/05 Zolder (B) 07/06 – 09/06 Misano (I) 05/07 – 07/07 Norisring (D) 19/07 – 21/07 Assen (NL) 10/08 – 11/08 Brands Hatch (GB) 23/08 – 25/08 Lausitzring (D) 13/09 – 15/09 Nürburgring (D) SUPER GT x DTM Dream Race 22/11 – 24/11 Fuji (J) {{ activeItem() }} RACE WEEK: The @Rolex24Hours at @DISupdates – in the GTD class with the WRT Speedstar Audi Sport team. >>… https://t.co/AOYll72C8u Thank you, Santiago de Chile, for a thrilling @FIAFormulaE E-Prix. Looking forward to the next one at @autodromohr… https://t.co/ZimOHoPzW5 “Amazing race, scored good points here.” – @LucasdiGrassi after today’s @FIAFormulaE Santiago E-Prix. >>… https://t.co/ljb8ynYBYm And this are the positions in the @FIAFormulaE Drivers' Championship after round 3. #PerformanceIsAnAttitude… https://t.co/6s3ylgo8m6 Audi Sport on Twitter From the back into the points: Lucas Di Grassi finished 7th after starting 22nd, while Daniel Abt dropped from 8th due to a post-race penalty. See you in Mexico City on February 15. >> audi.com/FormulaE #PerformanceIsAnAttitude #SantiagoEPrix “It’s like the Matrix!” Daniel Abt and Lucas Di Grassi are hunting for treasure in the world of VR before the ABB Formula E Santiago E-Prix. Check it out. >> audi.com/FormulaE #PerformanceIsAnAttitude #SantiagoEPrix Full speed to the first ABB Formula E race of 2020: the Santiago E-Prix on Saturday, February 18. >> audi.com/FormulaE #PerformanceIsAnAttitude #SantiagoEPrix Don‘t miss out as Formula E goes full throttle this season. #PerformanceIsAnAttitude Audi Sport on Facebook Download PDF (92.1 KB) With two top results to his name, René Rast stood out from the Audi team during the DTM event at Brands Hatch. Mike Rockenfeller also scored points in both races. The quotes. Dieter Gass (Head of Audi Motorsport) “We are delighted to go home from Brands Hatch with a podium finish. It was fantastic to be here with the DTM and to race on the long Grand Prix circuit for the first time. Every driver enjoyed racing on this circuit. Unfortunately we failed to live up to expectations in qualifying on Saturday, otherwise more than fourth place would have been possible in the first race. On Sunday, René (Rast) could attack the two leading Mercedes-Benz even though it was a very long race for him after the early pit stop.” René Rast (Audi Sport RS 5 DTM #33) 4th place / 3rd place “That was a super event for me – fourth place on Saturday, third place on Sunday. But the points are somewhat secondary for us at the moment. It’s more important that we have found a level of performance with which we are satisfied. The victory in Zandvoort showed this. For this reason we are quietly confident that we can put something together in the forthcoming races even though the tracks in Misano and Spielberg are completely different again.” Mike Rockenfeller (Schaeffler Audi RS 5 DTM #99) 10th place / 6th place “I drove for the first time on the long circuit here in Brands Hatch. It wasn’t so easy for me to get used to the track’s peculiarities. Both qualifying sessions weren’t really very good. In both races I made up several place and scored points on both occasions. Around a circuit on which you can’t overtake very easily I just have to be satisfied with this.” Nico Müller (Castrol EDGE Audi RS 5 DTM #51) 15th place / 10th place “Although I didn’t know the track, the pace was there from the start. I like the Brands Hatch track – it was a lot of fun to drive. So it’s all the more frustrating that we didn’t score any good results. On Saturday I made a mistake in qualifying, in the race we didn’t have a good strategy. In the second race at least I scored a point. But this is of little consolation. It was definitely possible to come away with more.” Jamie Green (Hoffmann Group Audi RS 5 DTM #53) 11th place / 15th place “It was very disappointing to start from 17th on Saturday. A good race saw me nearly score points from the back of the field. On Saturday I moved up from eleventh on the grid to fourth. Due to a slow pit stop I dropped behind Wehrlein. When Wittmann wanted to overtake me on the straight I defended my position. I thought I had my nose in front, which is why I think the drive-through penalty a little harsh.” Robin Frijns (Aral Ultimate Audi RS 5 DTM #4) 12th place / 12th place “The weekend started exceptionally well with the best and second best times in the first two free practice sessions. In the first race we lost a lot of time at the pit stop. I had to fight my way forward again from almost the back of the field. I started the second race from a good sixth place before things turned sour due to a collision with Lucas Auer.” Loïc Duval (Audi Sport RS 5 DTM #28) 18th place / 16th place “I really like this old school track. It’s a real challenge for us drivers. I actually felt good in free practice. But in Saturday’s qualifying we didn’t find the best set-up, in the race I retired early. Sunday started much better with eighth on the grid. In the race it looked like a points finish for a long time – until the puncture.” Current Tab Images (8) Thomas Biermaier (Team Boss Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline) “A whole lot more was definitely possible on this – at least for us – extremely disappointing weekend where Nico (Müller) scored just one point on Sunday. Robin (Frijns) in particular was very fast. On Saturday he was unlucky in qualifying, on Sunday the light collision with Lucas Auer on the opening lap destroyed his race. Unfortunately, Nico had two bad qualifying sessions, which are extremely important at this track.” Ernst Moser (Teamchef Audi Sport Team Phoenix) “It was possible to score points on both days with both cars. It worked for Mike (Rockenfeller), but for Loïc (Duval) unfortunately not. In the future we must try to qualify further forwards, then you can also achieve much more with an aggressive strategy. However, on the whole we see a clear upward trend. Congratulations to René (Rast) and his great result.” Arno Zensen (Team Boss Audi Sport Team Rosberg) “The long Brands Hatch circuit is just sensational – before I wasn’t so fond of the short track. From the sporting aspect we are generally satisfied. René (Rast) scored two fantastic results. Jamie (Green) just drove a very good race on Sunday. Unfortunately we botched his pit stop, which meant he got mixed up unnecessarily with the competition. However, it’s positive to see that Jamie is back to his old form.”	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28774
__label__wiki	0.91105	0.91105	Get a free audiobook The Very Marrow of Our Bones Written by: Christine Higdon Narrated by: Allison Riley Categories: Literature & Fiction, Literary Fiction 4 out of 5 stars 3.8 (38 ratings) CDN$ 14.95/month after 30 days. Cancel anytime. Or, Buy for CDN$ 31.27 Written by: Jennifer Craig Narrated by: Kyra Harper Length: 6 hrs After losing her job and learning she might also lose her house because of a bad investment, Jess, a fiercely independent and hilariously wry BC grandma, resorts to growing pot in her basement to make ends meet. She then has to juggle her public life as a grandmother and member of the town’s senior women’s group - The Company of Crones - with her secret life as a pot grower. Endearing story, good characters By Mike Reiter on 2019-09-13 Written by: Jodi Picoult Narrated by: Carol Monda, Susan Bennett, Michele O. Medlin In the course of her everyday work, career-driven assistant district attorney Nina Frost prosecutes child molesters and works determinedly to ensure that a legal system with too many loopholes keeps these criminals behind bars. But when her own five-year-old son, Nathaniel, is traumatized by a sexual assault, Nina and her husband, Caleb, a quiet and methodical stone mason, are shattered, ripped apart by an enraging sense of helplessness in the face of a futile justice system that Nina knows all too well. By PAMELA S STEVENS on 2019-07-22 Where the Forest Meets the Stars Written by: Glendy Vanderah Narrated by: Lauren Ezzo After the loss of her mother and her own battle with breast cancer, Joanna Teale returns to her graduate research on nesting birds in rural Illinois, determined to prove that her recent hardships have not broken her. She throws herself into her work from dusk to dawn, until her solitary routine is disrupted by the appearance of a mysterious child who shows up at her cabin barefoot and covered in bruises. The girl calls herself Ursa, and she claims to have been sent from the stars to witness five miracles. Good story, poor recording By Leah Andrews on 2019-07-01 Written by: Lisa Jewell In a windswept British seaside town, single mum Alice Lake finds a man sitting on the beach outside her house. He has no name and no idea how he got there. Against her better judgment, she invites him inside. Meanwhile, in a suburb of London, 21-year-old Lily Monrose has been married for only three weeks. When her husband fails to come home from work one night, she is left alone in a place where she knows no one and with the police telling her that her husband never existed. Very intriguing story! By Sammie Stevenson on 2019-06-12 The Loyal Wife Written by: Natalie Barelli Narrated by: Shiromi Arserio Tamra never dreamed she would marry someone like Mike Mitchell: handsome, rich, a wonderful husband...until she finds out that Mike is having an affair. But Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, and Mike Mitchell should have remembered that before he made a fool of her. Because Tamra knows something about Mike. Something he did. Something evil. And she was prepared to carry the secret to her grave. Not anymore. It was okay but... By Amazon Customer on 2019-07-25 Written by: Tami Hoag Narrated by: Hillary Huber When Detective Nick Fourcade enters the home of Genevieve Gauthier outside the sleepy town of Bayou Breaux, Louisiana, the bloody crime scene that awaits him is both the most brutal and the most confusing he's ever seen. Genevieve's seven-year-old son, P.J., has been murdered by an alleged intruder, yet Genevieve is alive and well, a witness inexplicably left behind to tell the tale. There is no evidence of forced entry, not a clue that points to a motive. Meanwhile, Nick's wife, Detective Annie Broussard, sits in the emergency room with the grieving Genevieve. A mother herself, Annie understands the emotional devastation this woman is going through. By Greg at 2 Book Lovers Reviews on 2019-05-08 Bear No Malice: A Novel Written by: Clarissa Harwood Narrated by: Jennifer M. Dixon Beaten and left for dead in the English countryside, clergyman and reformer Tom Cross is rescued and nursed back to health by Miranda and Simon Thorne, reclusive siblings who seem to have as many secrets as he does. Tom has spent years helping the downtrodden in London while lying to everyone he meets, but now he's forced to slow down and confront his unexamined life. By ColeeR on 2019-07-27 Josephine Baker's Last Dance Written by: Sherry Jones Narrated by: Adenrele Ojo Length: 13 hrs In this illuminating biographical novel, Sherry Jones spans Josephine Baker's early years in servitude and poverty in America to her rise to fame as a showgirl in her famous banana skirt to her activism against discrimination, and her many loves and losses. From 1920s Paris to 1960s Washington to her final, triumphant performance, one of the most extraordinary lives of the 20th century comes to stunning life on the page. With intimate prose and comprehensive research, Sherry Jones brings Josephine Baker into focus for the first time in a joyous celebration of a life lived in technicolor. History alive By Cake on 2019-11-07 Written by: Rochelle B. Weinstein Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert When Charlotte and Philip meet, the pair form a deep and instant connection. Soon they’re settled in the Florida Keys with plans to marry. But just as they should be getting closer, Charlotte feels Philip slipping away. Second-guessing their love is something Charlotte never imagined, but with Philip’s excessive absences, she finds herself yearning for more. When she meets Ben, she ignores the pull, but the supportive single dad is there for her in ways she never knew she desired. After He Died Written by: Michael J. Malone Narrated by: Reanne Farley When Paula Gadd’s husband of almost 30 years dies, just days away from the seventh anniversary of their son Christopher’s death, her world falls apart. Grieving and bereft, she is stunned when a young woman approaches her at the funeral service and slips something into her pocket. A note suggesting that Paula’s husband was not all that he seemed.... By A. M. Hurst on 2019-06-22 The Last Neanderthal Written by: Claire Cameron Forty thousand years in the past, the last family of Neanderthals roams the earth. After a crushingly hard winter, their numbers are low, but Girl, the oldest daughter, is just coming of age and her family is determined to travel to the annual meeting place and find her a mate. But the unforgiving landscape takes its toll, and Girl is left alone to care for Runt, a foundling of unknown origin. In the modern day, archaeologist Rosamund Gale works well into her pregnancy, racing to excavate newly found Neanderthal artifacts before her baby comes. Needs a better ending By Carrie Dupuis on 2017-11-10 Written by: Liane Moriarty Narrated by: Tamara Lovatt-Smith Alice Love is 29, crazy about her husband, and pregnant with her first child. So imagine Alice’s surprise when she comes to on the floor of a gym and is whisked off to the hospital, where she discovers the honeymoon is truly over - she’s getting divorced, she has three kids, and she’s actually 39 years old. Alice must reconstruct the events of a lost decade and find out whether it’s possible to reconstruct her life at the same time. Mandatory read! By Anna Beatty on 2019-05-07 Written by: Danielle Steel Narrated by: Gideon Emery Turned out of her ancestral home by her vicious half brother, the orphaned daughter of an English duke and a French noblewoman makes her way to Paris and takes in abused French streetwalkers, transforming them into sought-after courtesans in the city's most exclusive bordello, Le Boudoir. It is only the beginning of her return to the upper reaches of society and ultimate justice. A Danger to Herself and Others Written by: Alyssa Sheinmel Narrated by: Devon Sorvari Hannah knows there's been a mistake. She doesn't need to be institutionalized. What happened to her roommate at that summer program was an accident. As soon as the doctor and judge figure out that she isn't a danger to herself or others, she can go home to start her senior year. Then Lucy arrives. Lucy has her own baggage, and she's the perfect project to keep Hannah's focus off all she is missing at home. But Lucy may be the one person who can get Hannah to confront the secrets she's avoiding - and the dangerous games that landed her in confinement in the first place. It wasn't horrible... By Anonymous User on 2019-11-03 Written by: Lucy Dawson She’ll never forget...I’ll never forgive. People always notice my daughter, Isobel. How could they not? Incredibly beautiful...until she speaks. An unsettling little-girl voice, exactly like a child’s, but from the mouth of a full-grown woman. Izzie might look grown up, but inside she’s trapped. Caught in the day it happened...the day that broke her from within. Our family fell apart that day, and we never could pick up the pieces.... By Joanne Greene on 2019-07-10 When You Find Me Written by: P. J. Vernon Narrated by: Amy McFadden, Bahni Turpin Visiting her family's South Carolina estate, socialite Gray Godfrey wakes from a night out to an empty bed. Her husband, Paul, is gone, and a thrashing hangover has wiped her memory clean. At first, she's relieved for the break from her tumultuous marriage; perhaps Paul just needed some space. But when his car is found abandoned on the highway, Gray must face the truth: Paul is gone. And Gray may not want him found. Her life is unraveling. When a stranger named Annie calls claiming to know Paul's whereabouts, Gray reluctantly accepts her help. Great Story, Mystery By Meredith on 2019-05-31 Mamaskatch A Cree Coming of Age Written by: Darrel J. McLeod Narrated by: William C. Wikcemna Yamni ake Wanzi Growing up in the tiny village of Smith, Alberta, Darrel J. McLeod was surrounded by his Cree family's history. In shifting and unpredictable stories, his mother, Bertha, shared narratives of their culture, their family, and the cruelty that she and her sisters endured in residential school. Bertha taught him to be fiercely proud of his heritage and to listen to the birds that would return to watch over and guide him at key junctures of his life. However, in a spiral of events, Darrel's mother turned wild and unstable, and their home life became chaotic. Engaging Memoir By Trish on 2018-10-10 Written by: Herman Koch, Sam Garrett (translator) Narrated by: Clive Mantle It's a summer's evening in Amsterdam, and two couples meet at a fashionable restaurant for dinner. Between mouthfuls of food and over the polite scrapings of cutlery, the conversation remains a gentle hum of polite discourse - the banality of work, the triviality of the holidays. But behind the empty words, terrible things need to be said, and with every forced smile and every new course, the knives are being sharpened. Each couple has a 15-year-old son. The two boys are united by their accountability for a single horrific act; an act that has triggered a police investigation and shattered the comfortable, insulated worlds of their families. A good story teller By Tee on 2018-09-11 Defiance, faith, and triumph in a heartrending novel about daughters and mothers On a miserable November day in 1967, two women disappear from a working-class town on the Fraser River. The community is thrown into panic, with talk of drifters and murderous husbands. But no one can find a trace of Bette Parsons or Alice McFee. Even the egg seller, Doris Tenpenny, a woman to whom everyone tells their secrets, hears nothing. Ten-year-old Lulu Parsons discovers something, though: a milk-stained note her mother, Bette, left for her father on the kitchen table. "Wally," it says, "I will not live in a tarpaper shack for the rest of my life." Lulu tells no one, and months later, she buries the note in the woods. At the age of 10, she starts running - and forgetting - lurching through her unraveled life, using the safety of solitude and detachment until, at 50, she learns that she is not the only one who carries a secret. Hopeful, lyrical, comedic, and intriguingly and lovingly told, The Very Marrow of Our Bones explores the isolated landscapes and thorny attachments bred by childhood loss and buried secrets. ©2018 Christine Higdon (P)2018 Audible, Inc. Vancouver Noir 4 out of 5 stars 3.8 out of 5 Audible.ca reviews Patrick Peachey Amazing Book This book carries you through the lives of its characters, not on a wild adventure, but on an honest and introspective look at their lives. An extraordinary read! The Narration Put Me Off The narration is way too fast which does not allow characters to develop or scenes to breath. It sounded flat, like someone was just reading it rather than expressing it. I've given it my best effort but cannot finish it. There may be a good story there but I just can't get past the narration. 9 of 11 people found this review helpful Jessica Mallett I liked this book. I thought it was well written and an interesting story. I was a little worried that the story was going to get too intense for me to enjoy but there wasn't any overly graphic scenes and the ending was happy. A long listen I so badly wanted to like this book. In the end I couldn't relate to the characters and the story took too long to unfold. Beth Toly Wonderful story What a wonderful story and I loved the narrator. I would recommend it to anyone. Chana Goanna Unanswered questions, plot holes, poor narration I didn’t care much for this book. A major development left unexplained; unlikable characters; and a timeline that made no sense spoiler whatever enjoyment I might have had. I didn’t like this narrator either; there were several mispronounced words, and most unforgivably, she mispronounces a character’s name wrong several times and then re-reads the sentence to correct it, but the wrong pronunciation was never deleted. Where was the editor on this one? A couple of times I could have overlooked, but it happened so many times it became like nails scraping down a chalkboard. katmoonblue Tough One for an Audiobook I had a challenging time being drawn in to this story. Factors include the non-linear nature of the narrative, which jumps around in time and perspective, and the narrator, who in my opinion lacked timing, inflection, and any sort of ability to differentiate different characters from one another. She may as well have been reading stereo instructions. Narration improved towards the end a little but I was already invested by then. It may improve on repeat listens. AmazonKelly Great story, glitches with reading at the end Loved the detail in this story, I really got into it. In the last quarter of the book the reader mispronounced a name and the editor didn't remove the error so many lines were reread and it became annoying. I'd still recommend the book though I truly loved the story. The ending could have had way more, the author brought it to a close too fast. Sloppy audio production Issue with the audio recording. During the last portion of the book, many of the sentences are repeated with the name “Bette” and again with “Betty.” It’s quite annoying.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28775
__label__wiki	0.812497	0.812497	You Then, Me Now By: Nick Alexander Narrated by: Esther Wane, Rachael Beresford Categories: Fiction, Literary Narrated by: Esther Wane,Rachael Beresford Let the Light Shine Narrated by: Penelope Rawlins From Nick Alexander, the number one best-selling author of The Photographer's Wife and The Other Son. Penny and Victoria are about as different as two siblings can be, one with a smart London lifestyle, the other struggling to make ends meet. But they are joined by more than blood, and their shared tragic past is affecting the present more than they realise. When events begin to tug at the fabric beneath which dark secrets are hidden, the resulting chaos threatens to tear the two families apart. Where the Story Starts By: Imogen Clark Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden A strange encounter. An unlikely friendship. But will it survive when they both know the truth? As single mother Leah struggles to get her children ready one morning, the doorbell rings. Standing on the doorstep of their terraced house in Whitley Bay is a well-dressed stranger, Clio, who feels an emotional tie to the house that she can’t explain. The story should end there, but a long-buried secret is already on its way to the surface.... Too many babies By elizabeth b. on 15-12-2019 The Penmaker's Wife By: Steve Robinson Birmingham, 1880. Angelica Chastain has fled from London with her young son, William. She promises him a better life, far away from the terrors they left behind. Securing a job as a governess, Angelica captures the attention of wealthy widower Stanley Hampton. Soon they marry and the successful future Angelica envisaged for William starts to fall into place. But the past will not let Angelica go. My Name Is Eva You Can Pay a Terrible Price for Keeping a Promise By: Suzanne Goldring Narrated by: Diana Croft Evelyn Taylor-Clarke sits in her chair at Forest Lawns Care Home in the heart of the English countryside, surrounded by residents with minds not as sharp as hers. It would be easy to dismiss Evelyn as a muddled old woman, but her lipstick is applied perfectly and her buttons done up correctly. Because, Evelyn is a woman with secrets, and Evelyn remembers everything. She can never forget the promise she made to the love of her life to discover the truth about the mission that led to his death, no matter what it cost her. The Half-Life of Hannah Hannah Series, Book 2 Narrated by: Imogen Church Hannah is 38 and the happily married mother of 11-year-old Luke. Her marriage is reassuringly stable and after 15 years she has managed to push the wild dreams of youth from her mind and concentrate on the everyday satisfactions of here and now. The first half of her life hasn’t been as exciting as she had hoped, but then, she reckons, whose has? When she succeeds in convincing husband Cliff to rent a villa in the south of France for a summer vacation with her sister Jill and gay friend Tristan, she’s expecting little more than a pleasant few weeks with her family. When We Believed in Mermaids By: Barbara O'Neal Narrated by: Sarah Naughton, Katherine Littrell Josie Bianci was killed years ago on a train during a terrorist attack. Gone forever. It’s what her sister, Kit, an ER doctor in Santa Cruz, has always believed. Yet all it takes is a few heart-wrenching seconds to upend Kit’s world. Live coverage of a club fire in Auckland has captured the image of a woman stumbling through the smoke and debris. Her resemblance to Josie is unbelievable. And unmistakable. With it comes a flood of emotions - grief, loss, and anger - that Kit finally has a chance to put to rest: by finding the sister who’s been living a lie. His Secret Family By: Ali Mercer It’s a beautiful day for a wedding. White roses scent the air and the summer sunlight streams in. A spoon chimes against a champagne flute and the room falls silent. And there he is - my husband - getting to his feet to propose a toast. He’s still handsome. His new wife is next to him, gazing upwards, oblivious. I’m not supposed to be here. All these years in the same town and I had no idea until I saw his name on the seating plan. He lived with me, once. Loved me. Small-town memories are long, but the people in this room don’t want to remember. Letters to a Stranger By: Mercedes Pinto Maldonado, Jennie Erikson - translator Narrated by: Cynthia Farrell Fifteen years ago, Berta fled from Madrid to London to escape the controlling mother who made her childhood a living nightmare. Now, following her mother’s death, she is forced to return and face the ghosts of her unhappy past. But it is not long before she discovers that her own bleak memories are nothing compared to the dark deception lurking in her family. How did her sister’s loveless marriage really end? And is the loyal housekeeper really hiding the truth about the strange disappearance of Berta’s father? The Photographer's Wife Narrated by: Annie Aldington, Anna Parker-Naples Barbara - a child of the Blitz - has more secrets than she cares to admit. She has protected her children from the harsh realities of life and told them little of the poverty of her childhood, nor of the darker side of her marriage to one of Britain's most famous photographers. With such an incomplete picture, her youngest, Sophie, has struggled to understand who her parents really are, and in turn, Barbara sometimes worries, to build her own identity. The War Nurses: A Moving Wartime Romance Saga Full of Heart The War Nurses Series By: Lizzie Page Narrated by: Marian Hussey You will love every moment of this absolutely brilliant wartime saga, perfect for fans of Diney Costeloe, Soraya M. Lane, and Nadine Dorries. As war takes its toll, the love and care of two brave young nurses become everything to the wounded soldiers they tend... 1914. Two plucky young nurses pledge to help the war effort: Mairi, a wholesome idealist hoping to leave behind her past and Elsie, a glamorous single mother with a weakness for handsome soldiers. Despite their differences, the pair become firm friends. By Mrs. A.M. Andrew on 30-05-2019 The Secret Letter By: Debbie Rix Narrated by: Jacqueline King Germany, 1939. A tumbledown farmhouse, on the outskirts of a close-knit village in the heart of the rolling hills of Bavaria. A once happy family home torn apart by Nazi rule. And one young girl who refuses to give up on what she believes in...London, 2018: When 94-year-old Imogen receives a letter addressed to her in neat, unfamiliar handwriting, she notices the postmark is stamped from Germany - and it sends shivers down her spine.... The Other Son Alice has been lying to herself for years, holding fast to the belief that the needs of her family far outweigh her own. But her outwardly successful marriage hides dark secrets, and for much of her life the children were the only reason she stuck around. These days, though her successful banker son lives nearby, his young wife seems to do everything she can to keep Alice at bay. As for Alice's other son, he has always been something of a stranger and has been traveling for so long that Alice isn't even sure what continent he is on anymore. This Book Made Me Mad By Kindle Customer on 30-10-2018 By: Linda Gillard Narrated by: Karen Cass When her favourite beech tree is felled in a storm, Ann feels as if someone has died. But when long-hidden seed packets are found inside the trunk, Ann realizes there are more memories than her own lurking within the ancient tree. A century earlier, head gardener William Hatherwick and Hester Mordaunt, mistress of Beechgrave, share a love for the mighty estate - and an undeclared love for each other. But when war breaks out, William is sent to the battlefields of France, and as the conflict rages on, Hester grieves beneath the tree. The Other Wife By: Claire McGowan Suzi did a bad thing. She’s paying for it now, pregnant, scared, and living in an isolated cottage with her jealous husband, Nick. When Nora moves into the only house nearby, Suzi is delighted to have a friend. So much so that she’s almost tempted to tell Nora her terrible secret. But there’s more to Nora than meets the eye. It’s impossible - does she already know what Suzi did? One Last Summer By: Victoria Connelly Narrated by: Jan Cramer Harriet Greenleaf dreams of spending the summer in a beautiful ancient priory on the Somerset coast with her two best friends - but her dream is bittersweet. On the one hand, it’s a chance to reconnect three lives that have drifted apart; on the other, she has a devastating secret to share that will change everything between them forever. First to arrive is Audrey - the workaholic who’s heading for a heart attack unless she slows down and makes time for herself. Then Lisa, the happy-go-lucky flirt who’s always struggled to commit to anyone - or anything. By Kerrie on 21-05-2019 The Woman in Our House By: Andrew Hart Narrated by: George Newbern, Marietta DePrima Anna Klein is ready to return to work as a literary agent for the first time since having children. She and her husband, Josh, decide to hire a live-in nanny with some trepidation, but all their misgivings disappear as soon as they meet Oaklynn Durst. She has stellar references, a calm disposition, and a natural way with children. But not long after Oaklynn arrives, the children start to come down with the most puzzling illnesses and inexplicable injuries. When the maternal Oaklynn is there to comfort everyone, Anna can’t help feeling a little eclipsed. And suspicious. By: K. L. Slater Narrated by: Lucy Price-Lewis When single mother Darcy’s son falls from a rope bridge at a local playground, life stands still. She clutches his small, limp body, frozen, until a pair of strong hands push her aside, and she watches as George, a local doctor, saves her son’s life. George, with his twinkling hazel eyes, easy charm and lack of wedding band is almost too good to be true, but coffee becomes lunch, lunch becomes dinner, and soon they can’t go an evening without seeing each other. Pity she is single Who Did You Tell? By: Lesley Kara Narrated by: Georgia Maguire, Sian Brooke It’s been 192 days, seven hours and fifteen minutes since her last drink. Now Astrid is trying to turn her life around. Having reluctantly moved back in with her mother, in a quiet seaside town away from the temptations and painful memories of her life before, Astrid is focusing on her recovery. She's going to meetings. Confessing her misdeeds. Making amends to those she's wronged. Lesley Kara you have done it again! By Kate on 14-01-2020 She’s given her daughter everything. Now it’s time to give her the truth. Becky’s father is not just absent: he’s a total mystery, a hole in her life. He died before she was born and for her mother, Laura, the subject is strictly off-limits. When Laura books a spontaneous trip to Greece, Becky decides to join her, determined to get closer to her mother - and to the truth. But as they make their way to the island of Santorini, it becomes clear that this holiday is not as impulsive as Becky thought. Laura’s hiding something from her daughter - and she’s been hiding it for Becky’s whole life. Not only has she been here before, it’s where she last saw Becky’s father. But Laura’s memories of that first visit are tinged with pain and heartbreak, secrets she’s kept buried for twenty-five years. Now, with the truth emerging into the sunlight at last, can Laura and Becky lay the ghosts of their past to rest and find the happiness they’ve both been looking for? ©2019 by Nick Alexander. (P)2019 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved. Things We Never Said The Dawn of the End The Plan Commences The Beginning of Everything Audible.co.uk reviews Very annoying characters had to stop listening Wanted to slap some sense into the characters women are not that stupid and naive bGibs Anticlimactic Beautiful details of Greece. Ending was bleh. Not very interesting to feel it was worth it. I Usually love titles by Nick Alexander but I stopped listening to this book less halfway through. I struggled with one of the narrators and just found it childish and boring and not the usual standard by any means. Definitely can’t recommend	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28776
__label__wiki	0.724841	0.724841	ARGENTINA \| 25-09-2018 14:46 Strike brings nation's streets to a standstill Many workers stayed home Tuesday as the strike made commuting a puzzle, and some demonstrators blocked highways. A man rides a bike past the Retiro station during the nationwide strike. \| AP-Natacha Pisarenko A nationwide strike to protest the government's handling of the country's economic crisis brought the country to a standstill today, grounding flights and paralyzing bus and train lines and forcing the closure of the main agricultural port. Banks, courts, and many schools and shops were closed. Airports were deserted, with all flights in and out of the country cancelled. Many hospitals offered only emergency services and garbage wasn't being picked up. "We want to show our discontent in the streets," said Katylin Balaguer, who said she was among more than 500 employees who were laid off last year after PepsiCo closed a plant on the outskirts of Buenos Aires. "Many of us are suffering, not just because we lost our jobs, but because we can't find a new one," she said surrounded by other flag-waving demonstrators at a bridge in the capital that was closely guarded by police officers in riot gear. In the nation's capital, streets were for the most part calm. Downtown, baffled tourists were seen taking selfies on empty streets normally bustling with traffic, like Avenida 9 de Julio. The stoppage was led by labour unions protesting austerity measures ordered by President Mauricio Macri. Argentines are frustrated with high consumer prices and a sharp devaluation of the peso currency. Many also oppose the government's decision to strike a financing deal with the International Monetary Fund because they blame the IMF for Argentina's worst crisis in 2001. - TIMES/AFP/AP Jan 12th-19th: What We Learned This Week Alberto Nisman march to take place in Plaza Vaticano Evo Morales: ‘The US does not want me to return to Bolivia’ ¿Cómo hacer un detox antes, después o durante las vacaciones? Ford Ranger 2.5 XLT 4x2 Previous news of "Argentina" Anger before the shutdown: protest paves way for general strike Macri: Argentina will get more IMF funds – and we won't default Evo Morales 'rejects' CFK's indictment; Faurie fires back General strike against Macri's austerity to bring Argentina to a complete halt Ex-Ford directors in dock over dictatorship collaboration	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28778
__label__wiki	0.5255	0.5255	Legacy Tools & Publications About \| Resources \| Clients Legacy Tools/Pubs \| Contact ADVANCE YOUR PROGRAMMING SKILLS IN C++ Unix & Perl Legacy C++ Modern C++ Resources for C/C++ Programmers and More Recommended by Leor Zolman (Updated 9/16/2015) For Programmers: C++ Resources: C++11/14 Concurrency Books Standards References/FAQs C STL D Programming in General For Anybody With a Computer: General Tools and Resources General Information Sites Privacy/Security/AV/Spam/Filtering Resources High-Quality Services (from High-Quality Craftspeople) C++ Resources C++11/14 ISO C++ - Headquarters for C++ news, events, standardization progress, etc. A service of the Standard C++ Foundation. Bjarne Stroustrup's C++11 FAQ - More than a FAQ, really... Twilight Dragon Media (TDM) gcc Windows-resident C++ environment: After several days of Googling in search of a good g++ port that runs under Windows, I finally came across this native Windows command-line MinGW-based gcc C++ platform that works.There's now a streamlined installer, and for the most part, everything just works "out of the box"...no header file issues, concurrency support, etc. MinGW C++ Compiler at nuwen.net - This is a beautifully packaged gcc 4.9.1 compiler distribution assembled by STL (Stepan T. Lavavej, Microsoft's C++ library guru) and packaged with the Boost libraries. Great for testing C++11/14 features. Only down-side: currently, no threading support. Wandbox - The best online compiler I've seen; lets you test code with many different versions of all the best compilers: clang, g++, etc., but also supports myriad other languages. Wikipedia C++11 page JTC1/SC22/WG21 - The C++ Standards Committee web headquarters C++14 Draft Standard (Direct PDF link, Working Draft dated 2013-10-13) Elements of Modern C++ Style - Herb Sutter's "living document" on the most impactful new C++11 features C++ and Beyond - High-quality, high-end conference series presented by Scott Meyers, Herb Sutter and Andrei Alexandrescu periodically at various picturesque locations. I attended the August 2011 edition in Banff, Canada and 2012 in Asheville, NC and 2013 in Snoqualmie, WA.. C++ education doesn't get any better than this. C++ Rvalue References Explained - A great tutorial by Thomas Becker, taking the subject matter well into the realm of perfect forwarding. Scott Meyers' article on Universal References (see correcsponding the video in the next section) Lambdas, Lambdas Everywhere - Herb Sutter's slides from his talk. (For the video, see below) Multimedia C++ Presentations An Overview of C++11/14 — Part I and Part II. Leor Zolman's two-part presentation at CppCon 2014 (excerpts from my Moving Up to Modern C++ course.) Going Native 2012 - 2-day C++11 conference held Feb 2-3, 2012 at Microsoft in Redmond, WA with Sutter, Stroustrup, Alexandrescu et al., All the sessions are available for free streaming. Herb Sutter - Why C++? (Amazing keynote talk from C++ and Beyond 2011) Scott Meyers - Universal References in C++ Herb Sutter - Lambdas, Lambdas, Everywhere C++: A Language for Modern Times (Herb Sutter interview, more on managed vs. native code tradeoffs) Herb Sutter: Writing modern C++ code: how C++ has evolved over the years The Free Lunch is Over (Herb Sutter) Seminal article (2005) heralding the transition from single- to multi-core computing Welcome to the Jungle (Herb Sutter) "Sequel" (late 2011) to The Free Lunch is Over (article above), with up-to-date trends Multithreading in C++0x Nice 8-part (so far) tutorial introduction to concurrency by Anthony Williams C++11 Concurrency Series Methodical video tutorial (9 parts so far) by Bartosz Milewski C++ Concurrency in Action Anthony Williams' seminal book on C++11 concurrent programming. just::thread Complete C++ Standard Thread Library Drop-in library for MSVC and gcc by Anthony Williams. Great support! Individual C++ sites of note: Ever wonder what language the world-class software products are written in? This page lays it all out, including the evolutionary path taken by projects such as Windows, Linux, Office, MySQL, etc. Note the large number of entries in the "C++" column... Herb Sutter's Blog: Essential reading if you want to keep up with what's going on in C++ language and library evolution. Herb's the chair of the ISO C++ Standards Committee, and he dutifully reports on what the commitee's voted into the standard after each meeting. Herb's also established himself as the concurrency guru with a current series of articles in DDJ on the topic (links for all the articles show up in the blog with the release of each new one.) Boost: The incubator for C++ Standard Library components, more or less. Boost is a repository of community-developed, peer-reviewed C++ libraries. Several of the founders/activists are on the Standard Committee's Library Working Group. Do the math... Boris Shaling's book on the Boost libraries is available for free online viewing. Microsoft Visual Studio Express Editions: Download Microsoft's latest C++ compiler, including IDE, for free! The C++ Annotations: A wonderfully comprehensive, mature and very readable HTML-based C++ learning resource by Dr. Frank B Brokken of the University of Groningen, The Netherlands. It does assume the reader already has a strong C background. Visual C++ Tips and Tricks: Tips on making the use of MSVC a bit more pleasant. Scott Meyers' Site: Author of the seminal Effective C++ book series and an all-star speaker on C++. Dan Saks' Site: Not only is Dan Saks an expert on all things C/C++, a former secretary of the ISO C++ Standards Committee and the leading educator on the use of C and C++ in the context of embedded systems....he's also a really, really nice guy. Most of my understanding of the motivation behind the design of C++ comes from Dan. Steve Dewhurst's Site: Steve's the author of the excellent recent books C++ Gotchas and C++ Common Knowledge (as well as of the Advanced C++ course I offer.) MinGW: Minimalist GNU for Windows: "A collection of freely available and freely distributable Windows specific header files and import libraries combined with GNU toolsets that allow one to produce native Windows programs that do not rely on any 3rd-party DLLs." And, finally, it comes with an honest-to-goodness self-contained self-installer: Go to the SourceForge download page, then locate "Automated MinGW Installer". Dev-C++: A free IDE for C/C++ development. Very full-featured and elegant. The distribution comes with gcc 3.2 built in, so you can install Dev-C++ and use the IDE or just use gcc from the command line afterwards. C++ Resources at thefreecountry.com: Links to all the free C/C++ compilers available on the web, collected in one place. Did you know Microsoft is giving their Visual C++ command-line compiler away for free?? Free Compilers and Interpreters from Freeware-Guide.com. Many free compilers, some open-source, for several different languages. (Both this and the previous site even list BDS C!) Learn C++ Programming from Programiz, a nice introductory C++ tutorial site. Must-Have Books: The C++ Standard Library: A Tutorial and Reference, Nicolai Josuttis, Addison-Wesley, 1999, ISBN 0-201-37926-0. Indispensable desk reference for the entire Standard Library, with many complete programming examples using the library facilities. Don't code STL without it! Effective Modern C++: 42 Specific Ways to Improve Your Use of C++11 and C++14, Scott Meyers, O'Reilly Media. The latest book from Scott, focusing on best practices around all the new aspects of "Modern C++". Effective C++, Third Edition: 55 Specific Ways to Improve Your Programs and Designs, Scott Meyers, Addison-Wesley, 2005, ISBN 0-321-33487-6. Latest revision of Scott's seminal "2nd book" on C++ (that is, the book to read after you learn the basics of the language.) It just gets better with age. C++ Coding Standards, Herb Sutter and Andrei Alexandrescu, Addison-Wesley, 2005, ISBN 0-321-11358-6. More Effective C++: 35 New Ways to Improve Your Programs and Designs, Scott Meyers, Addison-Wesley, 1996, ISBN 0-201-63371-X. Effective STL: 50 Specific Ways to Improve Your Use of the Standard Template Library, Scott Meyers, Addison-Wesley, 2001, ISBN 0-201- 74962-9. STL-specific "Effective" book. Again, assumes you've learned the fundamentals of the STL, and then takes you to the next level. I did the code testing for this book, and have the companion code archive available for download here. Exceptional C++, Herb Sutter, Addison-Wesley, 2000, ISBN 0-201- 61562-2. More Exceptional C++, Herb Sutter, Addison-Wesley, 2002, ISBN 0- 201-70434-X. Exceptional C++ Style, Herb Sutter, Addison-Wesley, 2005, ISBN 0- 201-76042-8. C++ Gotchas: Avoiding Common Problems in Coding and Design, Steven Dewhurst, Addison-Wesley, 2003, ISBN 0-321-12518-5. C++ Common Knowledge: Essential Intermediate Programming, Steven Dewhurst, Addison-Wesley, 2005, ISBN 0-321-32192-8. Other Very Useful Books: C++ Templates: The Complete Guide, David Vandevoorde and Nicolai Josuttis, Addison-Wesley, 2003, ISBN 0-201-73484-2. Beyond the C++ Standard Library: An Introduction to Boost, Björn Karlsson, Addison-Wesley, 2006, ISBN 0-321-13354-4. The C++ Standard Library Extensions, Pete Becker, Addison-Wesley, 2007, ISBN 0-321-41299-0. Reference and FAQ Sites: Incompatibilities between ISO C and ISO C++: Nice resource, maintained by David R. Tribble. Predefined C/C++ Compiler Macros: Useful resource. C/C++ Reference: Sweet, simple, well-organized site for C and C++ language and library reference information. They provide a packaged, downloadable version as well. As they say themselves on the last line of the FAQ: "Think of it as a community service, for geeks." Tech Talk about C++ and C: Nice FAQ from Comeau Computing. Standard Template Library: SGI STL Programmer's Guide The C/C++ Reference site listed in the previous section has nice STL information. STLFilt: An STL Error Message Decryptor for C++: Tooting my own horn: STLFilt is a collection of tools that work in conjunction with Comeau C++, gcc (including within the Dev-C++ IDE), Metrowerks CodeWarrior, Microsoft Visual C++, Intel C++ and Borland C++ to post-process STL-related error and warning messages, rendering them comprehensible to non-C++-gurus via the removal of extraneous fluff. And even some gurus prefer the messages decrypted... C-Specific: Programming in C: Excellent site for ISO C news, documentation/commentary and links. C Programming Notes (to Accompany K&R): When I attended Hebrew school as a kid, we studied the Old Testament, and specifically the "Rashi", or commentary by some learned old Torah scholar that appeared side-by-side to the "official" text. This document, by Steve Summit, is like "Rashi for K&R", providing insightful commentary to the C Bible and pointing out the "deep sentence" gems scattered throughout that venerable tome. comp.lang.c FAQ: The Frequently Asked Questions repository for the Usenet newsgroup. And an antique: BDS C was first released in 1979 for CP/M-80 (Intel 8080 CPU, running at 2MHz with 64K max system RAM - but BDS C could be run on as little as a 40K system). Try it under the SIMH Altair simulator. The D Programming Language: The D Programming Language: The brainchild of compiler guru Walter Bright, D aspires to be successor to both C and C++...and the strangest thing is, it may actually succeed. I'd describe D as "The greatest hits of C, C++ and Java, with some additional original arrangements by Walter Bright". And I think he knows the score ;-) History of Programming Languages : Links to all the articles of the three ACM SIGPLAN HOPL (History Of Programming Languages) conferences...while ACM membership is required to directly access the text of the papers through this site, Bjarne Stroustrup says, "Note that if you type the full title of a famous paper into a web search engine, there is a good chance that you’ll find the paper. Also, most computer scientists mentioned here have home pages where you can find much information about their work.". The Programming Languages Beacon: See what major programming languages were used to build what major software products/utilities. Not specifically software development-related, but these Windows tools have served me awfully well--most for many years--and their authors have provided me with exemplary tech support whenever I've needed it: WordWeb: A free taskbar-resident dictionary/thesaurus utility. Select any word in any application, click on the "W" icon, and get instant pop-up definitions and synonyms! Perfect for school-age kids' systems. Epsilon Text Editor: This is a commercial package, but IMHO the best implementation of EMACS in existence. Now, how often do you run into a commercial package where the author personally answers every technical question you email to tech support, and answers his own phone? I did it back in 1980 while supporting BDS C, but today it is truly a rare thing to find in as high-quality a commercial product as this. ExamDiff Pro: Excellent file comparator utility. The first graphical app I've found good enough to wean me off the DOS-based character mode tool I'd been using for years. JP Software: Home of TCC (formerly 4DOS and 4NT), powerful replacement command processors for Windows for those of us who can't quite get used to doing certain administrative and development tasks using a WIMP interface (Windows, Icons, Menus and Pointers)...and also can't stand the limitations of standard DOS/Windows batch scripting support. Crafting complex regression testing scripts for my STL Error Decryptor was a pleasure under 4NT...and would've been impossible using the native Windows command processors. TaskInfo: Incredibly comprehensive Windows task monitoring utility. Want to know what files are being held open by what process? Want to terminate a process in less time than it sometimes takes Task Manager to just wake up? Try this. HP-16c calculator emulator: WRPN, written by Emmet P. Gray, is a public domain calculator for Windows that is modeled after the Hewlett-Packard HP-16c. I use a real HP-16c for everything (the first set of batteries lasted about 15 years). I was overjoyed to discover this emulator, so my beloved calculator could be with me, virtually, anywhere, while at the same time remaining safe and sound on my office desk! General Info Sites Some of these may be megasites, but they always present their info well and have great content: Snopes: Urban legends reference site. Do you receive forwarded email from well-intentioned friends and relatives, warning you of the dangers of cell phone use at gas stations or urging you to send email to that dying kid trying to set the record for number of emails received? Just find the rebuttal on this site, point 'em to it, and then politely urge them to check Snopes before sending out spam to the family. NetLingo online dictionary: Nice resource, IMHO, for looking up all those funky Net acronyms, as well as computer terms in general. Also has a hilarious list of smileys and emoticons. Privacy, Security, Anti-Virus/Spam/Adware Tools & Resources Kaspersky Anti-Virus: I finally gave up on the free A/V solutions out there, because every time they were updated it became a roll of the dice as to whether they would continue to function. As far as I've been able to tell, every "big boy" AV package is also total crap. Kaspersky, on the other hand, just works: no mess, no fuss, no nagging, no viruses, no problem. Also don't seem to need SpyBot, Ad-Aware, etc., with Kaspersky running. SpamArrest: I gave up on other ways of dealing with spam and switched to SpamArrest, a "challenge/response" system for reducing Spam, many years ago and never looked back. The only downside is having to browse through the held junk mail once in a while to make sure some stuff you really want isn't being held up, but overall this is much better than any other anti-spam solution I've tried yet. Good customer service/support, too. National Do Not Call Registry: Now up and running. Register as many phone numbers as you like. High-Quality Services (from High-Quality Craftspeople!) BodyOasis: Expert structural bodywork (KMI, Kinesis Myofascial Integration) and therapeutic massage by Lisa Gray, in the North Shore area of Boston. Lisa's the best (and I'm not saying this just because I happen to be married to her...) Words in a Row: Web site design and search engine optimization. Remember what it's like to work with a craftsperson who bends over backwards to make sure you're happy and never nickel-and-dimes you? No? Meet Jere Matlock and that's what you'll rediscover. 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__label__wiki	0.745064	0.745064	Business news briefs: July 20, 2019 J.C. Penney denies exploring restructuring J.C. Penney, looking to soothe rattled investors, said Friday it hasn't hired any advisers to prepare for an in-court restructuring or bankruptcy. The company's statement came after a report said Penney was hiring experts to help restructure its debt. Reuters reported Thursday that Penney has held discussions with lawyers and investment bankers who work with struggling companies on debt restructurings. It cited anonymous sources familiar with the matter. Penney's shares fell nearly 17% Friday. The department store chain based in Plano, Texas, continues to maintain strong liquidity but faces a $4 billion debt bill in the next few years. Stocks continue retreat from recent record gains U.S. stocks pulled further back from their records on Friday to cap the weakest week for the S&P 500 since May. Indexes sloshed between small gains and losses for much of the day before turning lower in the afternoon after Iran said it seized a British oil tanker, the latest escalation of tensions between Tehran and the West. Reined-in expectations for how deeply the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its next meeting also weighed on stocks. The S&P 500 fell 18.50 points, or 0.6%, to 2,976.61. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 68.77, or 0.3%, to 27,154.20. The Nasdaq composite lost 60.75, or 0.7%, to 8,146.49. The Russell 2000 index of smaller company stocks dropped 7.73, or 0.5%, to 1,547.90. Instagram expands test of hiding 'likes' for posts Instagram is expanding a test to hide how many "likes" people's posts receive as it tries to combat criticism that such counts hurt mental health and make people feel bad when comparing themselves to others. The Facebook-owned photo-sharing service has been running the test in Canada since May. Now, Facebook said the test has been expanded to Ireland, Italy, Japan, Australia, Brazil and New Zealand. The company would not comment on what it's learned from the Canada test or if it has plans to expand it to the United States any time soon. Carnival promises steps to curb ocean pollution Carnival Corp. executives pledged anew Friday that steps are being taken to curb ocean pollution, which was the subject of a recent $20 million federal penalty imposed because of continued environmental violations. Carnival outlined some of those steps at a hearing before two skeptical Miami federal judges. Last month, Carnival admitted violating probation from a 2016 criminal pollution case — it paid a separate $40 million fine at the time — as its ships continued to cause environmental harm around the world since then.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28784
__label__wiki	0.971972	0.971972	Hibernian fan jailed for confronting Rangers captain during match Cameron Mack has been sentenced to 100 days in jail and given a 10-year football banning order over the incident with James Tavernier last month. Hibernian fab Cameron Mack has been jailed for confronting Rangers captain James Tavernier during a match at Easter Road (Jeff Holmes/PA) April 8 2019 12:36 PM A Hibernian fan has been jailed for 100 days for aggressively confronting Rangers captain James Tavernier during a match after jumping over the advertising hoardings and kicking away the ball. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/uk/hibernian-fan-jailed-for-confronting-rangers-captain-during-match-37993231.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/uk/054ef/37993229.ece/AUTOCROP/h342/bpanews_76868d91-e4f1-45da-a0e5-0fc2861f9dc2_1 Cameron Mack, who pleaded guilty to a breach of the peace charge following the incident at Easter Road on March 8, was also banned from attending any football game for 10 years. The father-of-one, who attended the game with his father and uncle, ran from his seat on to the pitch shortly before half time in the 1-1 draw. He kicked the ball away as the defender was about to take a throw-in and repeatedly pushed him before police and stewards intervened. Things have been building up and up and the court has to express disapproval in this behaviour Sheriff Adrian Cottam Sheriff Adrian Cottam explained the prison sentence was “the only way to properly reflect society’s disapproval” in light of a number of concerning incidents at football grounds this season. During the sentencing at Edinburgh Sheriff Court, Mr Cottam said: “We must consider the timing of the offence, at a time when all eyes are on trouble at football grounds. “Things have been building up and up and the court has to express disapproval in this behaviour. “Despite not having previous convictions, this court has to take a strong line on this.” Mack, who was 21 the time of the offence, was so drunk he “remembers little to nothing of the incident”, his lawyer said. Mr Cottam added: “The explanation that you were so intoxicated that you cannot remember the incident does you no credit, in a full football stadium it is an aggravating factor.” Rangers’ James Tavernier during the clash at Easter Road (Jeff Holmes/PA) The incident happened less than a week after Celtic player Scott Sinclair was almost hit by a glass bottle thrown from the crowd at Easter Road and two days before a Birmingham City fan punched Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish after invading the pitch. Mack’s defence lawyer, Eddie Wilson, argued that as a first-time offender the now 22-year old should not “bear the burden for the action of others that have happened over the course of the season”. “He is a man without any previous convictions and no contact with police, but clearly he has entered the criminal justice system in spectacular fashion,” he added. Mack and his partner have been subjected to “death threats and threats of serious harm”, he told the court, with police advising she and their child move out of the property. The threats have “brought home the enormity of his actions”, he said, adding his client wanted to issue a direct apology to Mr Tavernier and the two clubs. Mr Cottam sentenced Mack to 100 days in prison, reduced from 150 for his early guilty plea, and a football banning order lasting 10 years. Following the sentencing, Mack’s partner – the mother of their one-year-old child – was in tears as he was led away. Ex-journalist appears in Dublin court over murder case extradition bid By Cate McCurry, PA A former journalist has appeared before the High Court in Dublin in relation to a warrant seeking his arrest and extradition to France over the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier. Harry meets PM and world leaders at one of his last official royal engagements By Tony Jones, PA Court Correspondent The Duke of Sussex has met Boris Johnson and other world leaders attending the UK-Africa Investment Summit just hours after saying he had “no other option” but to step back from royal life. Stormont Assembly members ‘to reject Brexit deal’ By Rebecca Black and David Young, PA Stormont Assembly members are set to reject the Government’s Brexit withdrawal deal as they debate the EU exit for the first time since restoration. Questions over Labour plan for Bercow peerage By David Hughes, PA Political Editor A reported move by Jeremy Corbyn to nominate John Bercow for a peerage would fly in the face of convention – unless the ex-speaker joined Labour.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28796
__label__wiki	0.872367	0.872367	Your holiday starts here 0 Tots Adults 18 years+ Kids 2 - 17 years old Tots under 2 years (in a cot) Arrive on Monday and Friday only for our standard breaks Single night stays available for 2 adults only Caerbwdi Bay Beach Just round the headland to the east of Caerfai Bay, near St Davids, is the little rocky cove of Caerbwdi Bay, where a stream emerges from the valley once owned by the celtic heathen druid and chieftain Boia. The National Park Coastal Footpath passes through the valley and across the mill stream on its way to Solva, and just off the path to the north is the site at Trelerw of a typical ‘clachan’ - a small group of houses in the early Atlantic Celtic settlement pattern. Just beyond Trelerw is the remains of the seaward end of the mysterious Monk’s Dyke (Ffos-y-Mynach) which ends at Ogof a Ffos (The Dyke Cave) after crossing the St Davids Peninsula from the rocky tor at Penberry. It is like a mini Offa’s Dyke, though not so well-defined, formed as a defensive barrier across the peninsula in the distant past. Finding Caerbwdi Bay Beach Miles from Bluestone: 25 Time to drive from Bluestone: 42 minutes Nearest postcode: SA62 6QP Toilets available: No Parking available: Yes History of Caerbwdi Bay Chieftain Boia was a bit put out when St David decided to build a monastery at St Davids, when the saint returned from his initial travels establishing religious houses at the command of an angel. This was Boia’s territory and right under his imposing headquarters in a castle overlooking the vale and the River Alun, which winds down through the present day Cathedral Close on its way to the sea at Porthclais. Welsh chroniclers say that David’s amiable and innoffensive nature won over the pagan tyrant who changed heart and allowed David and his followers to stay and establish their base in the Valley of Roses, where the Cathedral was later built. Legend has it that it was some kind of miracle that won the fierce Boia over, but unfortunately, the nature of the miracle is not revealed, and, despite the popularity of myths with miracles attached, most scholars believe it was St David’s charisma, his strong character and peaceful approach that pacified the chieftain. Indeed, such was David’s effect on him that it is said Boia almost became a Christian, and his change of heart was such that his opposition was abated and he settled the vale and other lands for ever on the monastery. The earthwork remains of Boia’s castle at Clegyr Boia, no doubt a wooden pallisaded structure, overlooks Merryvale above the Mill, and is marked on maps as ‘Castell’. Fenton, the 18th century antiquarian, describes the earthwork in his book “A Historical Tour Through Pembrokeshire” published in 1810, as “a circular earthwork of considerable height...well placed to guard the pass into his territories.” The famous purple Caerbwdi stone used to build the Cathedral, and to repair it up until recent times, has been quarried at Caerbwdi, from the cliffs flanking the narrow bay. At the eastern entrance there is an interesting geological fold in the purple sandstone of the Lower Cambrian period where it joins the green-grey sandstone of the Middle Cambrian Solva beds. In the valley leading down to the bay, below Carn Nwchwn farm is the ruins of the ancient Caerbwdi Mill. View more beaches in Pembrokeshire Bluestone Resorts Ltd Canaston Wood Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8DE Bluestone Foundation Be the first to hear of our exclusive offers, news and events. © Bluestone 2019	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28801
__label__cc	0.681666	0.318334	Go to School on High-Speed Boating Learn about going fast, while staying safe. By Steve Griffin posted Feb 28th, 2019 at 3:49pm How to stay safe while going fast. Courtesy iStock Performance boaters sometimes get a bad rap, accused of being on-water menaces. But today’s go-fast boaters are more cerebral, more competitive and even a bit humbler — less likely to think they know it all. With speed, they know, comes responsibility. So some go to school on speed. Performance driving schools are popping onto plane, nationwide. Manufacturers such as Donzi Marine run some, fine-tuned to their own boats; others, such as Tres Martin’s Performance Boat School, are independent, with courses geared toward specific boat types: performance, center-console performance, high performance, ultra performance, sport-yacht performance, and even government service training. Boating magazine editor-at-large Randy Vance got the opportunity to observe both Donzi’s and Martin’s schools, on Lake Havasu along the California/Arizona border, and collected insights to share. Vance met a man who wanted to learn how to get the most from a newly acquired twin-engine catamaran, as well as a husband-wife team in which the wife was tired of taking the back seat and wanted to acquire the boat-handling skills her family’s catamaran required. School’s not cheap: Martin’s classes, one to one-and-a-half days long, begin at $1,800. But it’s a sound investment — and a smallish one compared with the cost of a performance boat and its feeding and care. A diploma might get you an insurance discount. And, this school’s a lot of high-speed fun! Vance came back from performance-boat college with a notebook full of high-speed tips. Here’s a fast sample: SPEED 101: TURNING Consider first the “hull truth.” A boat hull’s design has profound handling impacts, so pick a school that specializes in yours. Some say V-bottoms, for example, can’t safely turn at speeds above 70 mph, while other experts say it can be done with proper setup and captaining. Cats, of course, are just-plain fast, and as nimble as their namesakes. Vance said one cat-pupil learned to dance across the waves at 105 mph. Come turn time, begin by “setting up”: After head-checking for other traffic, ease back the throttle. Your fuel will move forward, settling your bow a bit deeper in the water for a secure-turn bite. And when you advance the throttle, the reverse occurs, helping you complete the turn. Martin told his students to place their hands on the helm at 3 and 9 o’clock positions, then rock the helm 180 degrees, then return to center, repeatedly. (You eventually might adjust the arc for the performance of your boat.) Vance reported all three students were soon making smooth-but-aggressive turns at 50 to 70 mph. Another approach? Donzi’s instructor advised a similar slow-down and head-check, then a half-turn of the helm with a little throttle boost. For a sharper turn, add a bit of throttle. Martin taught his class this tip for high-speed turns, in any boat: Monitor your tach because the first hint of instability will be one tachometer racing ahead of the other, or a single tach’s needle bouncing sharply upward, as the steady flow of water to the prop is interrupted by turbulence and the now-less-burdened engine revs. Pay attention — things are beginning to come unglued. In a multiengine boat, watch each engine’s tach. In a stepped monohull, the engine inside the turn is most apt to lose its bite; on a catamaran, the reverse is true. And if a turn’s going bad? Don’t back off the throttle. (“Even a PWC rider,” says Vance, “can tell you that the quickest ticket to instability is to suddenly stop the engine.”) Straighten up the path instead. Get control, and only then ease back the speed, and next pause to think it all over. You will, of course, get another turn! PERFORMANCE 102: HOLDING STEADY We don’t just turn all day, of course, and it’s important not to maintain too much speed in a steady course. “Running at speed” isn’t about a specific, maximum mph; it’s running the right top speed for the conditions. That means you need to learn to read water. What’s the state of the sea? Where’s the next turn or marker? Where are other boats, and what are they doing? Your aim is to resemble the slalom skier, who blends speed, turns and course conditions for a gold-medal run. That skier, of course, learned through failure, and you’ll make mistakes too. Make sure they’re not safety errors — and whatever the blunder, learn from it. Think About Enrolling Golfers get coaching from pros. Singers study with vocal coaches. Up-and-coming managers learn from mentors. To shorten your performance-boating learning curve, and laugh off the inevitable mistakes in good company, consider going to school. The U.S. Coast Guard is asking all boat owners and operators to help reduce fatalities, injuries, property damage, and associated healthcare costs related to recreational boating accidents by taking personal responsibility for their own safety and the safety of their passengers. Essential steps include: wearing a life jacket at all times and requiring passengers to do the same; never boating under the influence (BUI); successfully completing a boating safety course; and getting a Vessel Safety Check (VSC) annually from local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, United States Power Squadrons(r), or your state boating agency’s Vessel Examiners. The U.S. Coast Guard reminds all boaters to “Boat Responsibly!” For more tips on boating safety, visit uscgboating.org. Boat Handling Safe Boating at High Speeds It’s the Little Things That’ll Get You Helping Kids Become Safe Boaters Top 11 Causes of Boating Accidents A Prepared Boater is a Safe Boater Even old pros can learn from this new boater’s experience. By Rich Pilone Sr. posted Jan 15th, 2020 Preparing for anything you might encounter on the water will keep you and your family safe. Child Safety Aboard Boats Using the engine cutoff safety lanyard could have prevented this near disaster. posted Jan 3rd, 2020 Don’t Become a Recreational-Boating Fatality Statistic Stay safe; wear a life jacket By Steve Griffin posted Mar 1st, 2019 Playing by the Rules? It’s time to brush up on your navigation knowledge These 11 mundane events cause the most critical boating accidents. Tips to teach young boaters the basics. By Steve Griffin posted Feb 28th, 2019 Take This Friendly, No-Risk Exam Get a free VSC from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28804
__label__wiki	0.830422	0.830422	Home > Keynote Speakers > Brian Holloway Brian Holloway America's #1 Most Requested Motivational Team Builder Speaker's U.S. Fee Range $10,001 - $20,000 i Add to My Catalog Suggested Keynote Speeches & Programs NEW LEADERSHIP -- The Ultimate Winning Edge SALES -- TOTAL MARKET DOMINATION THE PASSION OF -- THE PLAYMAKER. Suggested Keynotes Vince Lombardi built champions by focusing on the 5 fundamentals of Goal setting, Dedication, Preparation, Sacrifice and Intensity. Holloway reveals the 5 NEW SECRETS, business intelligence to create NEW LEADERS that win and win and win again in the face of massive disruption and adversity. You’re not selling a product; you’re selling something much more, it’s infinite, scalable and sustainable. Learn the SECRET to becoming #1 in the market. Holloway reveals his SECRETS to his 126,000,000 media reach that extends to 185 countries around the world. 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__label__wiki	0.97282	0.97282	Syndergaard, Mets sweep Indians 2-0 for 5th win in row by: LARRY FLEISHER, Associated Press Posted: Aug 23, 2019 / 04:45 AM UTC / Updated: Aug 23, 2019 / 06:26 AM UTC New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard delivers against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) NEW YORK (AP) — The only thing that stopped Noah Syndergaard was the weather. Syndergaard retired the first 16 hitters and allowed two hits over six dominant innings before a heavy storm interrupted him, and the New York Mets beat the Cleveland Indians 2-0 Thursday night in a rain-shortened game for their fifth straight win. “You see him good a lot, but tonight was really good,” Mets manager Mickey Callaway said. The game was called with New York batting in the eighth inning after a second rain delay. The Mets completed a three-game sweep. They’ve won 13 of their last 14 home games, helping them get into the NL wild-card mix. Cleveland’s first visit to Citi Field was a flop and its seven-game trip through New York that began at Yankee Stadium ended with a 2-5 record. The Indians also lost for the seventh time in nine games overall and dropped 3 1/2 games behind Minnesota in the AL Central. “Of course, it was disappointing,” Cleveland second baseman Jason Kipnis said. “I think we all wanted to do at least a little bit better than that. I think we had higher hopes for that.” Syndergaard (9-6) did not allow anyone to reach until Tyler Naquin lined a 1-2 changeup to center field for a clean single with one out in the sixth. He gave up a second hit to Francisco Lindor two batters later but aided by first baseman Pete Alonso’s diving stop, Syndergaard ended the inning by retiring Greg Allen. “He’s got really good stuff,” Naquin said. “It’s just a guy like that, you’ve got to pick your spots.” According to the Elias Sports Bureau, it was the Mets’ longest perfect game bid since Matt Harvey also retired the first 16 hitters against Washington on July 31, 2015 — three days after Syndergaard completed six perfect innings against San Diego. “You think about that,” Callaway said of the possible no-hit bid. “You don’t say it, but you’re definitely thinking about where the pitch count was and how he was going and the fact that his changeup was so good and it’s such an effective weapon against their lineup.” It briefly rained as the Indians batted in the sixth. Heavy rain and wind started as Wilson Ramos batted with a runner on first and two outs in the bottom half with an 0-1 count. Play was halted for 2 hours, 28 minutes and when the game resumed most of the fans who stayed moved down. As the Mets started batting in the eighth, heavy rain returned, and play was halted with runners at first and third. After a delay of 36 minutes, the game was called. Ramos had a two-run double in the fourth that extended his hitting streak to 16 games, New York’s longest since Carlos Beltran also hit in 16 straight games in 2009. Before Naquin singled, the closest the Indians came to their first hit was in the fourth. Allen hit a long flyball that appeared it would bounce in front of the warning track, but left fielder J.D. Davis raced back, ran the ball down and made an over-the-shoulder catch for the second out. “Just a crazy catch,” Davis said. “I don’t know how to describe it.” The Mets were held without a hit until getting three in the fourth off Cleveland rookie Aaron Civale (1-3). Joe Panik opened the inning with a single, Michael Conforto followed with a ground-rule double and Ramos lined a double down the right-field line. Jeurys Familia and Paul Sewald pitched an inning apiece. Sewald was credited with his third career save. Civale allowed two runs on four hits in 5 2/3 innings. Indians: RHP Carlos Carrasco (leukemia) pitched 1 2/3 innings in a rehab game for Double-A Akron. Mets: RHP Marcus Stroman (left hamstring tightness) said he expects to make his next scheduled start Tuesday against the Cubs. … INF/OF Jeff McNeil (strained left hamstring) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse…. 2B Robinson Cano (torn left hamstring) did some running and played light catch in the outfield. … IF Jed Lowrie (sprained left knee) went 1 for 4 as the DH in a rehab game for Class A St. Lucie. … INF Ruben Tejada was designated for assignment and RHP Chris Flexen was recalled from Syracuse. Indians: RHP Zach Plesac (6-4, 3.53) opens a three-game series at home against Kansas City on Friday night. Mets: RHP Jacob deGrom (8-7, 2.61) starts a three-game series at home against Atlanta.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28815
__label__wiki	0.86982	0.86982	Stroke at 18 did not deter award-winning Burnley web designer Declan Declan at the awards Published: 15:33 Updated: 15:34 Tuesday 10 December 2019 A talented young Burnley businessman who suffered a stroke aged just 18 is celebrating after winning a top industry award. Declan Walker (27) suffered the stroke six months after the shock sudden death of his father. Declan receives his award Determined not to let it beat him, determined Declan completed his business management and marketing degree at de Montfort University, Leicester, and shortly after set up his own web design company, Blak Bear Creative. It has now been named "Best Social Media Company" at The Talk of Manchester Business Awards while also being nominated for four other awards. Declan said: "I was determined not to let the stroke beat me. You can either give up or fight on. I saw it as an opportunity so I set myself a 10 year goal when I was 18 to start my own business so I've achieved that and more." Declan, who studied at the former Hameldon College in Burnley before having to complete his GCSEs at Ribblesdale High in Clitheroe, went on to studyat Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Sixth Form. He added: "It was incredible to receive the award and I hope there's more in the future." Burnley's annual Holocaust memorial will mark 75th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28824
__label__cc	0.514924	0.485076	I heard a statistic recently that absolutely shocked me: seven out of every ten Americans say they don’t like their jobs. Um, what? I don’t know about you, but that number floored me. I mean, let’s think about it. Seventy percent of us show up day in and day out—like for at least eight hours at a time—to a job that we don’t even enjoy? That’s a whole lot of unhappy people, working a whole lot of hours, doing something they hate. Ya’ll, I don’t get it. That makes no sense to me. None. But maybe you’re in that place right now. Or maybe you’re wanting to make some extra money. Or maybe you just need a creative outlet. Regardless of your motivation, I’ve got a great solution. Have you ever considered starting a side hustle? Related: 27 Ways to Make Extra Money from Home Is It Possible to Grow a Side Hustle If I Work a Full-Time Job? What you probably don’t realize is that what you know today as Business Boutique actually started as a side hustle—while I was working a full-time job! Let’s just say, necessity is truly the mother of invention. When I was first pursing my passion as a coach, in order to get my coaching credential, I had to fulfill a certain number of hours, well, coaching. I wasn’t a Ramsey Personality yet. In fact, I was only speaking on a part-time basis for our company. “No matter your schedule, obligations, and commitments, it’s possible to start a side hustle and also work full-time.” So I thought, why not start a little business on the side coaching others? That way, I could earn my business coach certification and earn some extra income. A win-win, right? Fast forward a few years and that side business has now evolved into Business Boutique. So no matter your schedule, obligations, and commitments, it’s possible to start a side hustle and also work full-time. And with enough passion and determination, I know you can do it too. Related: How to Take Your Side Hustle Full Time How Do I Start a Side Hustle When I’m Already So Busy With My Full-time Job? I’m going to be completely honest. Working two jobs at the same time is not easy. You will be doing a lot of juggling. But side businesses are a great way to help you reach your goals. And finding work you’re passionate about—work that is fulfilling and challenging and exhilarating—is worth every sacrifice along the way. Work can be fun, y’all! You can do something you love and get paid for it! Don’t forget that. In this episode, we’ll talk about: How to define the objectives of your side hustle The importance of setting goals Creative ways to find time When to ask for help Why to celebrate milestones When to turn a side hustle into a full-time gig Related: How to Have More Time My Guest This Week Is Jake Vehyl! My guest this week is Jake Vehyl, founder of Nashville-based cookie company Jake’s Bakes! Five years ago, Jake had a full-time job—and a big dream of starting his own business. But like many of you, he didn’t know how to do it or have a lot of money to sink into a new venture. That’s when Jake made a very smart decision: to start small. Instead of going into crazy debt purchasing expensive commercial grade baking equipment, he found a restaurant to lease space from during off hours. That decision not only saved a ton of cash, but it allowed Jake to work his day job and then head to the restaurant afterwards to bake until midnight. Yes, the hours were insanely long—and his social life definitely took a backseat—but Jake is the first to tell you that all of that hard work paid off. In less than two years, Jake’s Bakes expanded from a delivery-only business to their first retail storefront. And you won’t believe how this story ends! Even Jake didn’t see this coming. In this episode, Jake and I will talk about: How to figure out what kind of side hustle to start What to do when faced with initial obstacles How to manage inevitable risks Why a “perfect” plan does not exist How to know when to quit your full-time job Related: Ep. 44 How to Know If Your Business Idea Will Work Success Story: Kristin Ostrander and mommyincome.com! Our success story this week is Kristin Ostrander, founder of mommyincome.com! This woman amazes me. She’s a mom of three, a wife, and a total go-getter who isn’t afraid of a challenge. And she has been through it all, y’all. Her journey has been anything but easy. In 2003, Kristin began selling her children’s clothing on eBay to supplement her husband’s income and as a way to buy new clothes for her growing family. As she says, “There was always more month than there was money!” But that slowly changed over that next five years as Kristin continued to grow her eBay business. A move to selling on Amazon in 2008 proved to be even more profitable, but then tragedy struck her family. By 2010, Kristin and her family lost their home to foreclosure and had to start over from scratch. Join us to find out how Kristin overcame even the most insurmountable obstacles—one step at a time—and ended up with a million-dollar Amazon business and a closer relationship with God. And that’s just the beginning of Kristin’s story. In 2014, she launched mommyincome.com as a way to help others find success on Amazon. I can’t wait for you to get to know her better! Lastly, don’t forget that I love hearing from you! Remember, you can send me your questions or comments by email or twitter. Or give me a call on my new toll-free line at 844.944.1074. You just might hear your question on a future episode! “Finding work you’re passionate about is worth every sacrifice along the way.” 1:14 How to Grow a Side Hustle While Working Full-Time 18:11 Interview with Jake Vehyl 40:47 BB Success Story with Kristin Ostrander 57:40 Homework Join our Academy waitlist and be the first to hear when enrollment opens! I know having your own business can be scary. Whether it’s a side hustle or full-time gig, there’s a lot to figure out. That’s why I don’t want you to miss the opportunity to join the Academy this fall to get the training, support and accountability you need to grow a successful business. To save $10 on any Business Boutique Nashville ticket, use the code BBWRIGHT. Sign up for the Business Idea Bootcamp at BusinessBoutique.com/Bootcamp. Use the code BOOTCAMP to receive the Business Boutique audiobook for free! Get 25 Ways to Protect Your Time by filling out the form below! 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__label__wiki	0.702014	0.702014	Politics› Indian companies want their employees to vote — and they’re pushing incentives BI India BureauApr 16, 2019, 14:56 IST Samsung and Jubilant FoodWorks are providing a day off to all those people who are planning to travel and vote. Flipkart has reportedly set up voter registration camps for its employees and their families. Swiggy’s #VoteKaroPhirSwiggyKaro campaign urged its delivery people to pledge to vote. Celebrities, politicians and activists are not the only ones who are asking people to turn up to polling booths on voting day. Companies across India are pushing campaigns in order to push their employees to go out and vote even if that means taking a day off. Flipkart, Samsung and Swiggy are among companies incentivising staff to go out and vote. Swiggy’s #VoteKaroPhirSwiggyKaro campaign urged its delivery people to pledge to vote. The Bombay Stock Exchange has also launched a social media campaign. Walmart-owned-Flipkart has reportedly set up voter registration camps for its employees and their families. The camps not only register first time voters but also help in shifting the registration to a different constituency. Migration is one of the primary reasons for voter turnup as the urban migrants can vote only in the constituency they are registered in. Several companies are providing a day off to their employees to turn up to vote on election day, including Samsung, Jubilant FoodWork, Mahindra & Mahindra, Infosys, Deloitte, Accenture, H&M and Titan. The effort comes amid India’s general elections that kicked off on 11 April and will last till 12 May. Unlike Canada that allows all eligible voters to have three hours off from work to exercise their right to vote on election day, India does not have laws mandating time off for workers to vote. Even though the average election turnout in India over all nine phases for the 2014 general election stood around 66.40%-- the highest till now-- most of the voters find it difficult to go to the polling stations and vote because of work commitments. Next StoryThe EU's Donald Tusk says he 'dreams' of Brexit being cancelled Anand Mahindra, the billionaire promoter of $21 billion Mahindra & Mahindra group set to take another course in life Delhi winner candidate list in Lok Sabha Election 2019 Karnataka winner candidate list for Lok Sabha Election 2019 Elon Musk refused to break out his dad dancing after the Crew Dragon's successful safety test, but promised to bring it back after the spacecraft's launch Congress Candidate Raghav Chadha Karol Bagh Assembly Rajouri Assembly Jarnail Singh AAP Candidates The EU's Donald Tusk says he 'dreams' of Brexit being cancelled 2020 Democrat Mayor Pete Buttigieg, who's multilingual, offers his condolences to France about Notre Dame in French Election 2019: Congress candidates list for Karnataka	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28826
__label__cc	0.563419	0.436581	Brent crude drops below US$35 before US releases stockpile data Wed, Jan 06, 2016 - 7:21 PM Brent crude dropped below US$35 a barrel to an 11-year low before weekly US government data forecast to show fuel supplies rose in the world's biggest consuming nation. [LONDON] Brent crude dropped below US$35 a barrel to an 11-year low before weekly US government data forecast to show fuel supplies rose in the world's biggest consuming nation. Futures retreated as much as 4.4 per cent in London, extending Tuesday's 2.2 per cent slide. US oil inventories probably increased by 500,000 barrels last week, according to a Bloomberg survey before Energy Information Administration data Wednesday. The industry-funded American Petroleum Institute was said to report that fuel supplies including gasoline rose, while crude-oil stockpiles fell by 5.6 million barrels. Oil prices have shrugged off rising tension between Iran and Saudi Arabia as supplies continue to outstrip demand. Analysts from Citigroup Inc to UBS Group AG predict crude may approach US$30 in the coming months, while US inventories remain more than 130 million barrels above the five-year average. European equities slid Wednesday following a slump in Asian stocks after China weakened the yuan. "Oil is following equities lower because of a risk aversion," Giovanni Staunovo, an analyst at UBS in Zurich, said by e-mail. "Concerns about economic data have weighed on oil prices." Oil steadies as Chinese economy offsets trade optimism OIL STOCKPILES Brent for February settlement fell as much as US$1.59 to US$34.83 a barrel on the London-based ICE Futures Europe exchange, the lowest intraday price since July 2004. It was at US$35.08 as of 10.41 am local time. Total volume traded was about twice the 100-day average. West Texas Intermediate for February delivery lost as much as US$1.17 to US$34.80 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange, before trading at US$34.98. The contract lost 79 cents to US$35.97 on Tuesday, the lowest close since Dec 21. Prices fell 30 per cent last year. Crude inventories at Cushing, Oklahoma, the delivery point for WTI futures and the biggest US oil-storage hub, increased by 1.37 million barrels last week, the API reported Tuesday, according to Twitter postings and a person familiar with the numbers. Nationwide gasoline supplies rose by 7.1 million barrels and distillates by 5.6 million barrels. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index fell 1.2 per cent Wednesday while the MSCI Asia Pacific Index slipped 0.9 per cent. The Bloomberg-JPMorgan Asia Dollar Index dropped to the lowest since 2009 as China's central bank weakened the yuan's reference rate for the seventh day in a row, heightening the risk of a currency war. Oil's collapse may increase borrowing costs for producers as revenue falls. Oil-rich Alaska had its credit rating cut by Standard & Poor's as low prices left the state with a growing gap in its budget. Moody's Investors Service said Tuesday that metals and energy producer Freeport-McMoRan Inc's debt is under review for possible downgrade.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28827
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Bettman Western Saloon Lee Dubin Jazz City 3 Sagamore Studio When most people think of art, they think of Realism. This art style was developed during the 19th century and was an important turning point in art history. Rather than depicting humans as mythological beings or adding supernatural or exotic themes to their work, Realists focused on the realistic depiction of everyday life with common people. The Realists concern with drawing things as accurately as possible from observation was a revolutionary idea at the time, particularly the idea of unembellished human bodies which were almost unheard of during the times of Romanticism. Although several of these artists took from the techniques of past artists, these realism framed paintings were one of the first truly representational styles that were treated as a style of its own, without the stylization and 'high art' mentality of the time period. Artists like Manet and Courbet spearheaded this revolutionary artistic style with their highly different works. Gustave Courbet was the first self-styled Realist, whose work didn't have the ornate decisiveness of traditional 'realistic detail' but focused on the accurate depictions in his work to speak for him. His most famous painting, 'The Burial at Ornans' was highly unique in that models weren't used to 'act out' the event. Instead, he drew from his observation of the actual event and depicted the actual people who were gathered to mourn the deceased. Edouard Manet was an equally important artist when it came to the Realism movement, and also the Impressionist movement that came after. His first Realism work was 'The Luncheon on the Grass', which had a sketchy quality that distinguished his work from Courbet's. However, what made his representational style so popular was his focus on classical composition and using blocks of color in order to develop his paintings. As he grew in skill, he developed 'The Railway' and 'A Bar at the Folies-Bergere' which were deemed Realist masterpieces of the time. Modern artists have since developed this style to represent nearly every subject imaginable and to embody themes from religious inspiration to historical events. Social Realism Social Realism was an American art movement in the United States which became particularly important during the Great Depression in the late 1920's and early 1930's and lasted until the 1960's. Defining what exactly Social Realism is can be difficult however, because of its close relations to the Regionalism and American Scene Painting which were developed around the same time. Social Realism is vaguely related to the Realism movement that began with Gustave Courbet, because of the realistic depiction of working class and urban poor who was popular in this category. However, unlike the Realists of Europe, most Social Realists had a message of political or social unrest or criticism. Also, many artists like Chris Consani, chose to address the socioeconomic status of the wealthy as decadent and unaware of the trials facing the poor citizens during that time. Framed Social Realism Art is also closely related to Regionalism due to the emergence of Ashcan School painters, who chose to depict the grittiness of city life. However, the difference between Social Realism and Regionalism lies in the fact that Regionalism was more concerned with the rural community while Social Realism was concerned with the urban areas of America. The Ashcan painters included such famous artists as Robert Henri, George Bellows, and John Slone. One of the most important things about the Social Realism movement is that it brought artists attention back to American styles of painting. Before the Great Depression, artists typically went overseas to England and France in order to study painting. However, Social Realism and Regionalism changed that, and brought the focus on staying in America and painting purely American subjects with American techniques. Modern depictions of this art category still contain social or political messages; however, these paintings are typically depictions of common, daily moments in the life of middle to low class citizens, rather than a criticism of the established order. These works include paintings such as Norman Rockwell's 'Tattooist' and works by artists such as Steven Johnson, whose work embraces the stylized depiction of jazz lifestyles.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28838
__label__wiki	0.972056	0.972056	Woman’s body found in woods in Waterford It's believed she died of hypothermia near her home, an official said. By Jon BolducSun Journal WATERFORD — The body of a 48-year-old woman was found Monday afternoon off a logging trail not far from her home on Ben Hale Road, Oxford County Chief Deputy James Urquhart said. A family member reported to authorities that she was last seen about 7:30 p.m. Sunday, he said. Investigators believe she died of hypothermia, he added. Her identity was not being released until her family was notified, Urquhart said. Ben Hale Road is off the Sweden Road in South Waterford village. Portland man gets 6½ years in prison for fatal shooting in Bayside’s troubled summer of 2018 Stacey Abrams, rising star in national Democratic Party, is coming to Portland waterford maine Browse more in Local & State Choose A Town	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28842
__label__cc	0.680499	0.319501	Central Mississippi Turtle Rescue -Board of Directors -Booboo's Legacy -Rescue Stories -Articles About Us! -Yearly Stats -Documents & Financials -Shop Our Store -Fundraisers -Volunteer -FOSTER -Support That's Free -Spread the Word Sponsor a Turtle -Available Turtles -Found a Turtle? -Turtle Emergency -MS Wildlife Rescue & Vet Listing Turtle info -Turtle FAQ's -Turtles of MS The Central MS Turtle Rescue was founded in 2013, born from the passion and dedication of two people who recognized the need for a qualified turtle rescue facility in Mississippi. We provide rescue and rehabilitation for injured, sick, abused, neglected, or abandoned turtles and tortoises. Our goal is to release all native, wild rehabilitated turtles back to their natural environment. Turtles that are not native to MS or are unable to be released to the wild are re-homed through adoption to qualified applicants or remain in our care to safely live out their lives. We also provide education to the public about turtle conservation, and provide pet turtle owners with education about proper husbandry, diet, and medical care. We are authorized wildlife rehabilitators under an Administrative Rehabilitation Permit through the MS Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, and are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date on the turtles we are helping, whats new, and any new fundraising campaign. Has a Turtle Emergency Brought You Here? Check Out All The CMTR Fundraiser Items! We have several items available for purchase. 100% of the proceeds go to the turtles that are in our care. I Stop For Turtles Decals Turtle Bracelets Personal Silicone Straws Joshua Petersen Art Click Here or on the photos above to see all current fundraisers. Best of 2017 Awards Our rescue and our executive director, Christy, were selected as the Reptile Report's Reader's Choice Honorable Mention in the category of Chelonia Personality of the Year. We were honored to have been nominated alongside names such as Chris Leone, Anthony Pierlionni, Steve Enders and others who have been such an influence to us in our passion for turtles, and an inspiration for our desire to help them. Thank you to all who voted for us in both the Chelonian Personality of the Year and Community Service of the Year categories. It is both humbling and flattering to know that so many of you support what we do! Most of you have seen the photos of the injured, the sick, and the abused turtles we take in. Many of you have expressed interest in helping financially with a specific turtle that touched your heart. Well, we've developed a way for you to do just that. You can now sponsor a turtle with us. Your sponsorship donation helps to cover the food, housing, and medical costs for the turtle you choose. We have 4 levels of sponsorship available for you to choose from, and you can even donate your sponsorship in someone else's name as a gift. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all donations are tax-deductible. Sponsoring a turtle is a great way to get involved when you are unable to foster or adopt. We Are Officially a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Rescue GREAT NEWS! As of January 1, 2017, we are officially a nonprofit organization in the State of Mississippi, recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization. This means that all donations made to our charity are tax-deductible for you! So, please consider making a donation today. Every penny helps! Like us on Facebook to stay up to date on whats new at our rescue. Do You Want To Help Us Help Turtles? Check out our How You Can Help page to see the various ways you can help us help turtles in need. All expenses incurred toward these rescues, including fuel, equipment, housing, food, and medical expenses are paid for entirely through fundraisers and donations from people like you. We help hundreds of turtles at our facility, and the expenses can be overwhelming. If you would like to make a donation to help with the many costs involved in caring for the turtles in need, you may do so by clicking on the PayPa Giving Fund link below. All donations are tax-deductible and PayPal will provide you with a receipt. All donations are tax-deductible. We welcome and give thanks for any amount you can give. Thank You! We've Been in the News! Our rescue has caught the interest of several news organizations. If you are interested in reading the articles, check out our Articles About Us! page to see what they had to say. I am a turtle. I think, I feel, I survive. I am not disposable. I am not a second-class animal simply because I cannot fetch, roll over, or shake hands. Cold-blooded does not mean I do not feel pain or fear. I am a life, and my life is precious. I am a turtle. --Christy Milbourne, June 2011	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28843
__label__cc	0.712372	0.287628	Home / Publications / ASIC on sell-side research and corporate advisory ASIC-on-sell-side-research-and-corporate-advisory 10 August 2016 \| Brief Counsel The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has reviewed how investment banking and sharebroking firms handle confidential information and conflicts, including in the context of initial public offerings (IPOs) and secondary capital raisings. We look at the key findings and recommendations. The report, based on a detailed review in the Australian market of a range of transactions and advisers between September 2014 and June this year, came up with four broad conclusions. Many firms have policies and procedures to address the handling of confidential information and conflicts. Some firms did not have appropriate arrangements to handle scenarios where staff had confidential information. The deficiencies identified included inadequate use or supervision of restricted trading lists and information barriers. Conflict management practices were inconsistent. Firm structure contributed to this, particularly where there was inadequate physical and electronic separation between the investment banking and research team. Remuneration policies and supervision lines could also increase the risk of conflict. In mid-sized firms, it was common for staff to receive allocations and trade in securities of issuers where the firm was acting as a manager for the capital raising. This created a risk that personal interests may prevail over the interests of clients, particularly if appropriate controls and approval processes are not in place. The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) could undertake a similar investigation in New Zealand, drawing upon the guidance it has published in relation to producing research reports for IPOs under the Financial Markets Conduct Act (available here). This also recommends a range of controls to reduce the risk of conflicts of interest, a key focus of ASIC’s review. This approach is particularly appropriate for the smaller New Zealand market where avoiding conflicts entirely is problematic so the challenge becomes one of appropriate management. Mixed practices identified Some of the less appropriate conduct identified by ASIC included: an issuer stating it could not provide prospective financial information in its prospectus because the directors did not have reasonable grounds to sign it off. Shortly after the IPO, the lead manager released a research report that included prospective financial information, and the company then released the report on its website and through ASX a heavily oversubscribed IPO being scaled back to enable staff at one of the firms managing the IPO to receive an allocation of approximately 10% staff marketing research to clients with a “buy” recommendation while concurrently selling their personal holdings in the company, and sizeable allocations under an IPO being provided to senior managers and directors of other companies from which the firm managing the IPO was seeking to secure business in the future, as well as allocations being made to “make good” or compensate clients for earlier trading losses with the firm. ASIC has developed a multi-faceted framework of controls that reflect the better practices they found in their review. Behavioural – these controls include training programmes, ensuring consistency between research analysts’ internal and external communications and published research by the firm and ensuring meaningful consequences are imposed for breaches of internal policies and procedures. Structural controls – these include research department independence (i.e. separate reporting lines as well as physical and electronic separation), keeping unpublished research confidential within the research department and controlling staff trading (particularly in relation to staff involved in research). Procedural controls – these relate to the manner in which research is approved and published, as well as effective use of information barriers. Disclosure and certification – ensuring the criteria firms use to decide whether to provide or cease research coverage are published and considering the disclosure of independence of research and allocation policies. ASIC also recommends a range of other internal controls, such as certification by research analysts and senior management as to compliance with the firm’s policies. Monitoring and review – ASIC suggests a range of controls for reviewing communications, resourcing of compliance and reviewing trading around the publication of research. These recommendations are broadly consistent with the guidance published by the FMA, although they go into more detail. There is also some overlap with the good conduct guide on which the FMA is now consulting (Chapman Tripp commentary available here). Other comments on allocations Much has been written in New Zealand about the “dark art” of bookbuild processes. To date, the FMA has not reviewed allocation practices or provided any specific guidance, although with an increasing focus on good conduct it may do so at some point. In the meantime, firms should heed the comments from ASIC. ASIC has recommended that firms should implement an allocation policy and place client interests ahead of staff and principal participation in capital raisings. ASIC also encourages issuers to understand and be involved in the allocation process. Unsurprisingly, ASIC has recommended that firms should not provide investors with larger allocations on the understanding that they will place buy orders in the after-market or provide allocations to senior executives or directors of companies from which the firm is seeking to secure business. From here ASIC will provide individual feedback to the firms that participated in the review and will also follow up the report with industry consultation on proposed guidance to ensure good research practices are followed. ASIC has also flagged that it is undertaking a review of the practices used by firms to market IPOs to retail investors, including the use of social media and other platforms. We await this report with interest. 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A teaching hospital for The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Bradley Hospital is a national center for research in child and adolescent psychiatry. Learn more about Bradley Hospital Riverside, RI 02915 Featured Centers + Services Bradley Hospital offers many specialized programs, with noted expertise in autism spectrum disorders, anxiety disorders, and many other areas of mental health. The Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities The Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities offers unique, highly specialized clinical services for children and adolescents who show signs of serious emotional and behavioral problems in addition to a developmental disability, such as autism, Asperger's or intellectual disability. The Pediatric Anxiety Research Center The Pediatric Anxiety Research Center’s leading mental health professionals, researchers and educators offer services designed to bring about vital improvements in the lives of children with obsessive compulsive disorder or other forms of anxiety. Partial Hospital Programs Bradley Hospital’s day and afternoon partial programs offer practical alternatives to hospitalization and traditional outpatient services for kids with serious emotional, behavioral or relationship issues. Bradley Learning Exchange The Bradley Learning Exchange provides a variety of learning opportunities to enhance the skills, and knowledge of individuals who work in the diverse fields of human services. Bradley Hospital Events Ethical Considerations for Telehealth in Social Work Practice Related Locations: Warren Miller, PhD, LICSW will present "Ethical Considerations for Tele-Health in Social Work Practice" on Friday, February 7, 2020 as a part of Bradley Hospital's educational series in contemporary social work practice . This event is offered as a professional development service of Bradley... Asperger/Autism Support Group (Adults) This Asperger/Autism Network of Rhode Island support group is for adults with Asperger's or autism and is facilitated by Arthur Mercurio, PhD. It meets monthly on second Monday of the month at the Bradley Hospital Main building. (If the Monday is a holiday, meetings are held on the following Monday... Asperger/Autism Support Group for Parents This Asperger/Autism Network of Rhode Island offers a support group is for parents of adults with Asperger's or autism and is facilitated by Toby Liebowitz. It meets monthly on the second Monday of the month at the Bradley Hospital main building. (If the Monday is a holiday, meetings are held on... Summary The first step in effective suicide prevention is to identify someone in need of help. Asking three to six simple questions can help determine whether someone needs help and if immediate action is needed. In this training, participants learn to administer the Columbia Suicide Severity... Mental Health First Aid for Adults (2-Day Event) Mental Health First Aid for Adults is an eight-hour course spread across two days (March 5 and 6, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day) that teaches skills to help those who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it... Evidence-Based Psychosocial Treatments for Childhood Mood Disorders Heather Macpherson, PhD will present "Evidence-Based Psychosocial Treatments for Childhood Mood Disorders" on Friday, March 6, 2020 as a part of Bradley Hospital's educational series in contemporary social work practice . This event is offered as a professional development service of Bradley... Youth Mental Health First Aid is an eight-hour training course on Monday, March 30 designed to give members of the public key skills to help an adolescent who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The eight-hour course covers a range of common disorders and... The Use of Sports in the Mental Health Treatment of Children and Adolescents Jason Lyon, LICSW will present "The Use of Sports in the Mental Health Treatment of Children and Adolescents" on Friday, April 3, 2020 as a part of Bradley Hospital's educational series in contemporary social work practice . This event is offered as a professional development service of Bradley... How to Make Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Culturally Relevant for Diverse Clients, Particularly Latinx Clients Beth Craft, LICSW will present "How to Make Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Culturally Relevant for Diverse Clients, Particularly Latinx Clients" on Friday, May 1, 2020 as a part of Bradley Hospital's educational series in contemporary social work practice . This event is offered as a professional... Mental Health First Aid for Adults is an eight-hour course spread across two days (May 14 and 15, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day) that teaches skills to help those who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it... Treatment Restores Girl’s Aspiration Teen pursues college dream after treatment for anxiety and self-cutting. Read and watch the story Category: General Awards & Designations Events Fundraising Health & Wellness In the Community Inpatient Leadership Outpatient Pediatric Workforce Lifespan Reports FY 19 Financial Results Lifespan today reported a loss of $55 million from operations without investment income in fiscal year 2019, which ended September 30, 2019. With investment income, loss from operations was close to $23 million. These results led to a net loss of $35 million for fiscal year 2019. Lifespan’s 2019... Lifespan, Ocean State Job Lot partner in food drive 25 tons of food donated during health system’s ‘Season of Giving’ activities Study: Emotion-regulation training for adolescents delays sexual activity Pediatric, Outpatient A Bradley Hasbro Children’s Research Center study found that a health intervention program focused on emotion-regulation skills reduced sexual risk behaviors among young adolescents with suspected mental health symptoms. The findings of the study led by Christopher D. Houck, Ph.D., are presented in... Dr. Brown to head academic psychiatry programs Pediatric, Leadership Larry Brown, M.D. Larry Brown, M.D. , has been appointed director of the division of child and adolescent psychiatry at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and academic director of Bradley Hospital and Hasbro Children’s Hospital’s division of child and family psychiatry. “Dr. Brown... Lifespan Hospitals Recognized as Top Performers in LGBTQ Health Care Equity Workforce, In the Community, Awards & Designations For the second time, Lifespan’s four hospitals achieved Top Performer status on the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), a national benchmark of hospitals’ policies and practices related to equitable and inclusive treatment of their LGBTQ patients, visitors and employees. The Human Rights Campaign... Lifespan, CNE and Partners announce talks Care New England and Partners HealthCare have approached Lifespan and will begin formal discussions to explore how all three health care providers might work together to strengthen patient care delivery in Rhode Island. The conversations were announced on Feb. 27. By combining the talent,... Study: Children with suicidality, PTSD need readmission sooner Pediatric, Inpatient Bradley research is first to connect factors with long-term prognosis. $3.4 million to fund anxiety, OCD outpatient treatment Innovative model expected to increase care access and improve outcomes BRAVE Study Launched for Anxious Youth Pediatric, Outpatient, Health & Wellness Study examines effective form of talk therapy to learn what makes it successful in practice Bradley Hospital’s "Putting on the Glitz" 2017 Gala Raises $477,200 Fundraising, Events On Friday, June 9, Bradley Hospital rolled out the red carpet, welcoming more than 250 friends and supporters to Rhodes on the Pawtuxet for its 2017 Bravo Bradley gala, Putting on the Glitz . Chaired by Dede and Larry Madeira, the signature event for New England’s only psychiatric hospital devoted... Grant to study effects of trauma, value of social media in recovery Nicole Nugent, Ph.D., a pediatric psychologist from the Bradley Hasbro Children’s Research Center , is leading a new study to better understand the social and biological factors that may promote resilience in teens after a traumatic event. The $3.3-million, 5-year National Institutes of Mental... Event Brings Together Former and Current Patients of OCD Program From left: milieu therapist Kyri Barilone and patient Katlyn Hashway More than 150 patients and their families who have benefited from Bradley Hospital’s Intensive Program for OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) program gathered to share and learn as part of a reunion event at Bradley Hospital. “To... Lifespan, Rhode Island’s first health system, is a comprehensive, integrated, academic health system affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. 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__label__cc	0.54875	0.45125	Brand Building Best Practices Once an outcome, earned over time, brand trust today is a prerequisite Trust \| In a skeptical age Once an outcome, earned over time, brand trust today is a prerequisite With key activities, brands can “manufacture” trust by Aditi Anand Associate, Strategic Planning Rediffusion Y&R Aditi.Anand@rediffusionyr.com There was a time when trust was organic. Companies like Amul built trust for years and years, with generation after generation, to become the No. 1 choice of dairy brand. That was hard-earned trust. The kind of trust we only hear our grandparents and parents talk about today. Trust was an outcome back then. One would buy a product, spend time with it, find satisfaction, and as a result build trust in the brand. That age is over. The “fingertips generation” can’t quite grasp that kind of trust. It’s not news that the age we live in is engulfed in skepticism, mistrust, and doubt. Young people don’t have the time or the loyalty to adopt a particular brand anymore. The brand must figure out ways and means of fitting itself into the lives of consumers. The message from a consumer to brands today is simple: "Be useful to me, simplify my life and then I’ll adopt you. And if you really meet my expectations, I’ll endorse you too.” This forces brands that have managed to resonate with consumers in the past decade to completely change their game plan. Trust today is manufactured. It’s constantly being worked on, strategized, and fabricated further on behalf of brands by digital wizards and social media magicians. No time to earn trust There’s no time to wait for a generation to pass on their tips and nuskhas (formulas) for brands to religiously follow. It’s better to emulate brands that have been able to manufacture trust and amass significant numbers of believers by adopting all the right strategies. Google proves its worth and relevance to our lives continuously by creating new avenues to become even more indispensable to us. Its recent launch of “Neighbourly,” the hyper-local community app, is a testament to how handy it can be to link us with the nearest chaiwaala (tea seller) or the closest car servicing in our respective vicinities. It’s no wonder we’re all living “The Google Life.” And it’s no surprise, therefore, that we are more than happy to hand over our personal data. After all, what’s a little privacy in the face of such a trusted brand that is trying to make my life easier? After a series of unfortunate events, Uber realized women in Delhi felt unsafe with Uber drivers. The brand took action to link up with the Delhi police. This led to in-app features designed to help protect women. The action does not change the controversies and incidents, but it does help rebuild trust in the brand. From outcome to input Trust is essential for brand-building today. No matter how technologically bound, pragmatic, and time-crunched consumer become, brands can’t stop at just building transactional relationships without also building trust. Consumers today want more. They no longer want brands to merely state features and move on. Increasingly, consumers are buying into the world of the brand, the inspired story behind its birth, values, beliefs and practices. A world they can trust in. Therefore, while trust was an outcome of the brand relationship in an earlier era, trust is an ingredient and an input today. An input that has to be manufactured in the first place so that consumers can buy into the brand. Manufacturing trust depends on many brand activities such as these: Humanize the brand Develop a real connection with consumers. Amazon connected with Indian consumers with its Apni Dukaan (Your Shop) campaign, which made shopping with a global internet brand as familiar, easy, and trustworthy as walking to the nearby store. Associate with a cause Stand for something larger than the product. Align the values of the brand with those of the customer. For example, the apparel brand H&M communicates about the sustainability of its supply chain, from sourcing to product recycling. Personalize the story When a brand goes out of its way to talk to me, in a sea of similar products, then the brand’s really won me over. Ariel detergent could have stuck to being only a remover of stubborn stains, but it chose to empathize with women in its campaign where men “Share the load.” Add convenience How can a brand help me make the most of my life? The likes of digital wallet Paytm, and Walnut, a money management app, revolutionized my finances with impeccable functionality. Build a community Greater the numbers, stronger the trust. OnePlus, the handset brand, demonstrated the power of creating a community of believers. Without spending a rupee on marketing, the brand managed to make a sizeable dent in the handset market.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28850
__label__wiki	0.550701	0.550701	The Brewers Association of Australia is dedicated to developing innovative and effective policy solutions to the issues affecting beer makers and beer lovers, working across a range of policy and advocacy forums to ensure beer remains a growing contributor to Australia's economy and social fabric. This is reflected in the following key priority areas... Advertising & Sports Sponsorship There is no evidence to support arguments for further restrictions to alcohol advertising and sponsorship – in fact, consumption per capita, underage drinking and levels of harmful use are all in long-term decline in Australia while advertising has increased its reach over the same period... Position Paper - Alcohol Advertising, Promotion & Sports Sponsorship (PDF 88.3 kb) Brewers rebut the hype and many misnomers often peddled by anti-alcohol crusaders over advertising and sponsorship claims, demonstrating the reality of facts and trends over time from authoritative, independent sources... From time to time, The Brewers Association of Australia may partner with reputable, independent organisations to add to the knowledge base across a raft of issues... Excise Duties on Beer: Australia in International Perspective - Revised August 2019 (PDF 281.3 kb) Economist Prof Kym Anderson AC updates his May 2019 research comparing beer tax around the world. The August 2019 analysis of Australia compared with OECD and EU countries take into account the ATOs latest CPI hike, showing Australia, at $2.23 per litre, is now just 1 cent behind Japan ($2.24 per litre) as the third highest beer taxed nation on earth... Excise Duties on Beer: Australia in International Perspective - May 2019 (PDF 223.0 kb) Economist Prof Kym Anderson AC updates his 2014 research comparing beer tax around the world. The 2019 analysis of Australia compared with OECD and EU countries, shows Aussies pay many times the rates of others and the highest proportion of our incomes in beer tax. Our beer tax is the fourth highest in the world. We then pay another 10% GST on top of everything, including the beer tax. It is also automatically increased every six months... Alcohol-related Emergency Department Presentations (PDF 609.5 kb) In December 2018, Deloitte Access Economics completed the first-ever comprehensive analysis of Emergency Department presentations in Australia. Deloitte not only drilled down into the aggregated data on Alcohol and Other Drugs provided by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, but made a special data request of the AIHW to gather ED hospital data from every State and Territory Health Department... Submissions to Government Lodging formal submissions to governments is an important part of the Brewers Association's constructive policy and advocacy role. Here you can find submissions the Brewers Association has made to various government policy reviews and inquiries... Senate Select Committee Inquiry into Jobs for the Future in Regional Areas (PDF 307.8 kb) Local pubs and clubs are essential community infrastructure in regional areas. Research demonstrates that having a 'local' brings numerous positives, including higher life satisfaction, greater interpersonal trust, and greater connectedness with community. Isolation, loneliness and social cohesion are important considerations for population health, especially in regional areas... Carbohydrates & Sugar in Alcoholic Beverages (PDF 383.2 kb) With the majority of Australians seeking more information about the products they consume, it is bizarre that governments, through FSANZ, are seeking to prevent consumers making informed choices by denying them access to the proven scientific evidence on sugar and carbohydrate content in beers... Consultation on Extending Support to Craft Brewers and Distillers (PDF 148.4 kb) While welcoming bipartisan support for the proposal, even after the new measures take effect Australians will still pay among the highest excise on beer in the world, in addition to a 10% GST. These taxes on beer drinkers netted the Australian Government $4.2 billion last year. Only by addressing current excise rates across the beer category will there be a real and significant impact on reducing the cost of living pressures for Australians... ACT Drug Strategy Action Plan 2018-21 (PDF 858.7 kb) Any reforms must target the harmful consumption of alcohol, while not adversely affecting the overwhelming majority of the population who consume responsibly and sociably. The drivers of alcohol misuse and anti-social behaviour among a small part of the population are complex and must be addressed directly, not through population-wide measures that are ineffective and ultimately penalise responsible consumers... Pregnancy warning labels on packaged alcoholic beverages (PDF 449.9 kb) With exceptionally high awareness and comprehension, especially among women of childbearing age, the current on-label pictogram has been very effective. Australia's major brewers have been 100% compliant with this voluntary regime since 2014, so it would be inherently unfair to ask them to go to that effort twice, when others have failed to comply at all. Any new regime aimed at bringing the rest of industry up-to-speed should mirror the labelling requirements already in place... Australian Competition & Consumer Commission - Application by the Recyclers Association of South Australia (PDF 91.4 kb) The Brewers Association of Australia opposes the Recyclers Association of South Australia's application to the ACCC to negotiate on behalf of its "Participating Members", to negotiate collectively and to provide its Participating Members with advice (collective bargaining)... Draft National Alcohol Strategy 2018-26 Submission (PDF 3.1 Mb) Bereft of scientific rigour and intellectually dishonest, the draft National Alcohol Strategy is driven by dogma, not fact or evidence. Of it's 64 references, only 10 are peer-reviewed and just 4 of those are from the last 5 years. It even cites media reports as evidence. Our submission quotes 187 scientific and factual sources exposing the seismic flaws in the misguided draft and debunking the bunkum within... Questions on Notice: NSW Inquiry into the Alcoholic Beverages Advertising Prohibition Bill (PDF 568.1 kb) The claim that there is "no safe level of alcohol consumption when it comes to cancer risk" is not supported by the study referenced by the Cancer Council of NSW. We also reaffirm to the Inquiry that the significant body of evidence from multiple jurisdictions around the world where alcohol advertising has been banned demonstrates neither alcohol advertising nor sports sponsorship target or influence young people in their attitudes to drinking and drinking behaviour... Opening Statement: NSW Alcoholic Beverages Advertising Prohibition Bill Inquiry (PDF 50.1 kb) The evidence is crystal clear - alcohol advertising and/or sports sponsorship do not target, nor do they influence, young people in their attitudes to drinking and drinking behaviour. If there were any correlation between advertising and alcohol uptake, as some claim, the Australian Government's independent and authoritative alcohol statistics would be tracking in a very different direction... NSW Inquiry into the Alcoholic Beverages Advertising Prohibition Bill 2015 (PDF 510.6 kb) Australians - most notably younger people - are drinking less alcohol than ever before. Meanwhile, international experience and Australian research show that advertising is not a driver for uptake or drinking behaviour. The very premise of this legislation misdiagnoses the issue and risks perpetuating problems by masking the real causes of harmful drinking and anti-social behaviour... National FASD Strategy 2018-28 (PDF 135.8 kb) Making further inroads into the incidences of FASD will take a long-term commitment and, to be effective, evidence-based, targeted interventions will require a combination of resources and effort from government, industry and the community... Energy labelling of Alcoholic Beverages (PDF 118.9 kb) Brewers make it clear that industry and consumers have moved on since the 2009 Blewett Review. The advent of Apps, backed by websites, mean that in 2017 there is no shortage of nutritional information for consumers. The label is simply out-dated... NT Government Alcohol Policies and Legislation Review (PDF 208.4 kb) Our submission advocates reducing harmful alcohol consumption by improving alcohol literacy through community education, combatting foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, and addressing alcohol-related violence... NT Alcohol Review Draft Terms of Reference (PDF 96.3 kb) The Review's Terms of Reference must focus on targeted, evidence-based interventions to reduce harmful and anti-social practices...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28854
__label__cc	0.546646	0.453354	84% of Australians drink within recommended guidelines ASTONISHING claims today, based on a survey of 1800 people, that Australia's drinking culture is out of control. The official Australian Government data paints a very different picture, says Brewers Association of Australia CEO Brett Heffernan. The facts and their sources follow... 84% of Australians drink within recommended guidelines. That's no more than two standard drinks per day. Significantly fewer people in Australia drink alcohol in quantities that exceed lifetime risk – down to 16% in 2017-18 from 21% in 2004. (Australian Bureau of Statistics, National Health Survey: First Results 2017-18, December 2018). By definition, that puts binge drinking at 16%. Still too high but clearly tracking downwards, showing today's claims of high and increasing rates to be way off the mark. The ABS also reports that Australians today are drinking less alcohol than at any point in the last 55 years. (Australian Bureau of Statistics, Apparent Consumption of Alcohol 2016-17, September 2018). In fact, we're drinking around 30% less alcohol today compared to the 1970s. Around 40% of Australians consume alcohol weekly. Just 6% drink daily – down from 9% in 2007. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2016, September 2017). 82% of teens do not drink any alcohol at all. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2016, September 2017). This is the highest abstinence rate on record and a dramatic improvement on the 54% in 2004. In fact, teens are putting off trying a drink later than ever and, if they do try it, they are drinking less than ever. The AIHW table (above) details the decline in teen drinking patterns over 2004 to 2016. No-one is saying there aren't issues with alcohol. There are and more needs to be done to tackle the array of social and cultural drivers leading some people to drink at excessive levels. But the over-hyped and alarmist claims bandied around today simply do not stack up to scrutiny. They are a far cry from reality. They also do Australians, who have clearly heeded the responsible consumption message, no favours in misrepresenting them. Next Latest News: 30/5/2019 Beer: the $16.5 billion spice in Australia's economic life Previous Latest News: 23/4/2019 Consumers want more, not less, information < All Latest News	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28855
__label__wiki	0.589465	0.589465	Each movie listed includes: (1) Title (2) Rating (3) Genres (4) Starring (5) Synopsis (6) My Personal Review (7) Scoring 1-5 Click on the pictures to pin them on Pinterest for later. All of My Heart: Inn Love Rated: G Starring: Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott Synopsis: Brian and Jenny are engaged and preparing for the grand opening of their bed and breakfast when a big storm hits, leaving their plans sopping wet! With funds running low, Brian goes back to Wall Street to make some quick cash, while Jenny scrambles to keep the opening on track. Review: Brian and Jenny are still sweet as their romance evolves in this second movie in the series. This has the same feel as the first one but with less tension between the two which takes a little away from the story. Still an enjoyable watch. Scoring: 3 All Of My Heart: The Wedding Starring: Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, and Ed Asner Synopsis: As the big day approaches, Jenny and Brian are faced with having to give up their ownership of Emily's Country Inn to a distant relative, while financial issues continue to plague the couple. Review: The third movie in the series, it has the same feel and rhythm of the first two. Jenny is still sweet to everyone and Brian is always worried. Of course, everything works out. I found it to be a watered-down plot compared to the first two but it’s still enjoyable. Genres: Comedy, Romance Starring: Jill Wagner and Colin Egglesfield Synopsis: Years after the annulment of their spontaneous marriage a couple discovers a mistake in the paperwork that means they are still husband and wife. Review: I liked how the couple were able to be so kind and courteous to each other after all those years but the whole time I’m thinking about whether Joe sabotaged their marriage in the beginning. The supporting characters were an interesting lot. This is one of those where you want the leads to be happy but not at the cost of the happiness of the others. Autumn In The Vineyard Starring: Rachel Leigh Cook, Brendan Penny, and Ali Synopsis: When Frankie Baldwin and Nate Deluca both have a claim to ownership of Sorrento Farm, they are forced to divide the vineyard right down the middle and work the fields alongside each other to bring in the harvest leading up to the Best Wine competition at the annual Autumn Harvest Festival - only this rivalry won't be settled in the fields, because in spite of their contentious bickering, the simplest way to settle this particular legal dispute is with a romance. Review: This movie wasn’t my favorite. The relationship between Frankie and her father and between Frankie and Nate is just plain awkward and uncomfortable at times. It has a happy ending but a lot of unhappy before that. Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance Starring: Matthew Broderick, Reese Witherspoon, and Chris Klein Synopsis: A high school teacher's personal life becomes complicated as he works with students during the school elections, particularly with an obsessive overachiever determined to become student body president. Review: This movie is a mirror held up to society. All the scheming, lying, manipulating, and so on, is seen here. It walks the line between comedy and drama in an interesting way. The relationships between teachers and students is a little much for me but I see why the story needs it. Falling for Vermont Starring: Julie Gonzalo and Benjamin Ayres Synopsis: A best-selling author who got amnesia as a result of a car accident finds refuge with the local doctor of a small idyllic town in Vermont. Review: Despite the fact that this plot is not new, it’s still a charming story that’s well done. It’s an easy to watch love story if you ignore the plot holes. Starring: Taylor Cole and Tyler Hynes Synopsis: Radio host Lacey is hosting a bachelor bake-off to raise money to save a radio station. When her star bachelor backs out, she enlists visiting Zac, businessman, to fill the spot. Review: Unfortunately, I found this movie beyond boring. It was very slow and predictable. Taylor Cole’s performance came off as disingenuous and detached. Starring: Merritt Patterson and Synopsis: Jenna and Charlie found love in Ireland but their dreams drove them apart. Five years later, they reunite and Jenna has to decide where her heart belongs-back home or in the Emerald Isle. Review: I almost want this to be under St. Patrick’s Day because of the beauty of Ireland and the love and respect this movie gives it and the culture. It also includes the typical love triangle. The story is told beautifully and has a really lovely ending. Growing The Big One Starring: Shannen Doherty and Kavan Smith Synopsis: A talk show host inherits her grandfather’s pumpkin farm. She doesn’t plan to stay there but she loses her show and is offered to do a show from the farm. In order to keep the farm, she has to pay off her grandfather’s mortgage. In order to do that she has to win the pumpkin growing contest. Her neighbor convinces her they need to team up. When her show is a huge success and the big time comes calling, she has to choose between the farm and the big city. Review: The synopsis sounds a little weird and complicated but the movie is fabulous. I’ve seen it many times. They don’t make it like your typical city girl adjusting to the country. Yes, she has to learn how to do everything regarding growing pumpkins and she does have to adjust to the different pace of life but they don’t make her seem silly. It makes her feel like we’d all feel in the same situation. Smith and Doherty are a good team as the leads here. This is one to definitely check out. Harvest Love Starring: Jen Lilley and Ryan Paevey Synopsis: A widowed surgeon visits her family's pear orchard in hopes of taking a break from her overbooked life and reconnecting with her distant son. She starts to fall for the farm manager, Will, who is growing a new hybrid pear and teaches her the importance of her heritage. Review: While I knew the ending within 5 minutes, I loved the scenery. There’s were many sweet moments but it felt a little too predictable, even for Hallmark. I enjoyed watching it but it’s not one I’d watch twice. Starring: Jessy Schram and Jesse Hutch Synopsis: After her family goes bankrupt, a city woman travels to the country to fix up a struggling pumpkin farm that her father bought as an investment. Review: This is typical “fish out of water” tale. City girl in the country meets country boy and love eventually ensues. It has the expected happy ending but many light moments along the way that make it an easy watch. A Harvest Wedding Starring: Jill Wagner and Victor Webster Synopsis: Sarah Bloom is hired to plan the most anticipated wedding of the season. The problem: The groom is from her home town and wants the wedding on the family farm which is now being run by his older brother who happens to be her first love. Review: The farm setting is beautiful. Watching it alone makes the movie worthwhile. That being said, the plot and the characters do as well. It’s a fun and entertaining movie. Love, Fall & Order Starring: Erin Cahill, Gregory Harrison, and Trevor Donovan Synopsis: When Claire goes home to save her dad's annual Fall Fest on her family's pumpkin farm, sparks fly with an old rival - the opposing lawyer she now faces in court. Review: This story is original compared to many other Hallmark movies while maintaining the expected pace and feel. Yes, they fall in love. Yes, we know it from the beginning. The back and forth in between is what makes the movie feel fresh. Love, Of Course Starring: Kelly Rutherford and Cameron Mathison Synopsis: Amy is helping her daughter settle into college and lands a job to help with the annual Fall Harvest Festival. When Amy meets Noah, a charismatic, well-traveled professor, she learns more about herself and discovers a new life of her own. Review: This movie has everything you’d expect from romance to a loving daughter. The Noah character was unique and made it interesting. His differences from Amy kept the pace going. Love On A Limb Starring: Ashley Williams, Trevor Donovan, and Marilu Synopsis: Aimie Roarke is always up for a cause, whether it's helping a local animal shelter or hosting a bake sale for the Fire Department. When the town's beloved oak tree is set to be cut down, she takes it upon herself try and save it. Review: Even Ashley Williams perkiness couldn’t save this movie for me. I found it to drag and the battle over the tree simply takes place in fall but Autumn is merely a backdrop. Love Struck Cafe Starring: Sarah Jane Morris, Andrew Walker and Garry Synopsis: Megan Quinn, an aspiring architect has to go back to her home town in order to accomplish a job her boss gave her: convince an old friend to sell her land. Not only is she struggling with the task in hand, and taking care of her father and the family cafe, but she also reconnects with her childhood sweetheart Joe, who broke her heart. Review: I found this movie to be sweet and charming. The characters are all interesting and likable. The story even has a few twists I didn’t see coming. Of course, it’s a happy ending but it’s a happy ride to it. Over The Moon In Love Starring: Jessica Lowndes and Wes Brown Synopsis: With her match-making business on the verge of closing, Brooklyn finds herself in the unique position to be featured in a magazine, but has to set up the writer with her childhood friend Devin. Review: I really like both these actors but this movie didn’t do them justice. The story was predictable, full of cliches, and bland. It felt like it lasted forever. They did their best with what they had but they weren’t given much. Pumpkin Pie Wars Starring: Julie Gonzalo and Eric Aragon Synopsis: Ten years ago, Faye and Lydia each opened their own bakeries in Emeryville, Ohio, after a personal and professional fall-out during a local Pumpkin Pie contest. Now their children - and co-workers - Casey and Sam, are set to carry on the rivalry as they go head-to-head in the same contest. There's only one problem for these two people who are supposed to hate each other: they start to fall in love. Review: Along the lines of Romeo and Juliet, forbidden love finds its way through pumpkin pies. While a little predictable, the characters make the movie truly a joy to watch. You root for the moms to reconcile as you root for Casey and Sam. Truly, Madly, Sweetly Starring: Dylan Neal, Nikki Deloach, and Karen Holness Synopsis: Natalie, a cupcake food truck owner has always dreamed of owning her own bakery. Eric has always wanted his own business. When an inheritance throws these two opposites together, neither could have imagined what fate had in store for them. Review: While I didn’t dislike this movie, I really had to force myself to finish it. It moved at a snail’s pace and didn’t keep my interest. I don’t know why this was a Hallmark Fall movie. Fall was barely a backdrop. Under The Autumn Moon Starring: Lindy Booth and Wes Brown Synopsis: An ambitious executive scouts out a ranch for use for her company's retreats, but ends up finding romance instead. Soon enough, she has to make the choice between love and career. Review: This movie movies at a slow pace but it’s a relaxing one. The scenery and sets are beautiful and the characters are charming. While it’s the routine fish out of water tale, city girl in the country, it works. I was engaged and rooting for Alex, Josh, and the ranch. Starring: Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal, and Carrie Fisher Synopsis: Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship. Review: This movie is a classic for a reason. Besides the memorable scenes and quotes, the settings are beautiful and fall is a great metaphor for getting rid of the old to make room for the new. You can’t help but care for the characters and I could watch this over and over again and never tire of it. Starring: Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks Synopsis: Two business rivals who despise each other in real life unwittingly fall in love over the Internet. Review: I’m so torn about this movie. I adore the love story but what happens with the book store breaks my heart. Because of that, I have trouble seeing what’s supposed to be a happy ending as completely happy. Even with that, it’s a fantastic movie. I do think most romcom fans will love it.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28858
__label__wiki	0.717028	0.717028	Postseason accolades for Allen Fletcher's Logan Allen won two awards Saturday at the postseason banquet for the IMG Academy baseball team in Bradenton, Fla. Postseason accolades for Allen Fletcher's Logan Allen won two awards Saturday at the postseason banquet for the IMG Academy baseball team in Bradenton, Fla. Check out this story on citizen-times.com: http://avlne.ws/1lbMBMR Andrew Pearson, apearson@citizen-times.com Published 9:08 a.m. ET May 12, 2014 \| Updated 9:11 a.m. ET May 12, 2014 Fletcher's Logan Allen, middle. (Photo: IMG ACADEMY) Allen received the team's Cy Young and Gold Glove honors after a junior season in which the left-handed pitcher had an earned-run average of 0.80 in 50 innings pitched. Allen only gave up six earned runs and had seven strikeouts for each walk allowed. The 16-year-old's fastball has been clocked at 91 miles per hour. Allen has committed to play college baseball for South Carolina. - Follow the HS Huddle on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hshuddle or Twitter:www.twitter.com/acthshuddle Read or Share this story: http://avlne.ws/1lbMBMR	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28864
__label__wiki	0.939982	0.939982	NC kidnapping victim rescued in Ga. An elite FBI team safely rescued Frank Arthur Janssen shortly before midnight. NC kidnapping victim rescued in Ga. An elite FBI team safely rescued Frank Arthur Janssen shortly before midnight. Check out this story on citizen-times.com: http://avlne.ws/1gPxeqR The Associated Press, AP Published 9:58 a.m. ET April 10, 2014 This image from the Wake Forest N.C. police department shows an undated photo of Frank Arthur Janssen. (Photo: AP ) ATLANTA – A North Carolina man reported missing from his home days ago was the target of a kidnapping plot, and he was rescued Wednesday from an apartment complex in Atlanta, the FBI said Thursday. An elite FBI team safely rescued Frank Arthur Janssen shortly before midnight Wednesday, FBI spokeswoman Shelley Lynch said in a statement. Outside the complex Thursday morning, several residents described a loud boom that had startled them. Two mangled, charred doors lay in a courtyard area in front of one of the townhomes. Through the space where the doors once were, a washer and dryer and kitchen area were visible. The two-story townhomes with brick and wood siding are next-door to a federal penitentiary, and the razor wire that rings the prison can be seen from the townhomes. Moments after sunrise, three officers wearing body armor left the complex of townhomes in SUVs, but several federal agents remained in the area. More than half a dozen federal agents were still at the scene about 8 a.m. Most were FBI agents; one was with the Department of Homeland Security. Janssen was reported missing April 5 from his Wake Forest, N.C., home, according to the FBI. There was no answer Thursday at the door to a home address listed for Janssen in a quiet, upscale, golf course subdivision. An investigation by the FBI, Wake Forest police and other law enforcement agencies had determined that Janssen had been the victim of a kidnapping and was being held in the apartment complex in Atlanta’s southeast section, the FBI said. The statement said Janssen’s family was notified of Janssen’s rescue after the team freed the man at about 11:55 p.m. Wednesday. The FBI said the family looked forward to being reunited with him but that no further details were being released early Thursday amid what the agency described as an “active and ongoing” investigation. Lynch told The Associated Press by phone early Thursday that she had no additional information to immediately release on the rescue and how it was carried out, a possible kidnapping motive or whether anyone had been hurt in the rescue or arrests made. She said a news conference was planned later Thursday in Wake Forest, N.C., by law enforcement officials. The FBI describes its Hostage Rescue Team on the agency website as a national level counterterrorist unit, offering a tactical option for any extraordinary hostage crisis or other law enforcement situation in the U.S. The FBI says the unit, established in 1983, responds to the most urgent and complex FBI cases. Read or Share this story: http://avlne.ws/1gPxeqR	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28865
__label__wiki	0.954065	0.954065	'Horrific abuse of office': Wanda Greene gets 7 years for wide-ranging corruption All five people connected to Buncombe County corruption who appeared before a federal judge Aug. 28 were sentenced to prison time. 'Horrific abuse of office': Wanda Greene gets 7 years for wide-ranging corruption All five people connected to Buncombe County corruption who appeared before a federal judge Aug. 28 were sentenced to prison time. Check out this story on citizen-times.com: https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2019/08/28/wanda-greene-buncombe-county-nc-administrator-sentenced-corruption/2135520001/ Jennifer Bowman, John Boyle and Mackenzie Wicker, Asheville Citizen Times Published 5:36 p.m. ET Aug. 28, 2019 \| Updated 7:19 a.m. ET Aug. 29, 2019 ASHEVILLE - Calling her the "architect" of a culture of corruption in Buncombe County, a federal judge sentenced former top administrator Wanda Greene to seven years in prison for yearslong, wide-ranging corrupt activity that she committed while heading one of North Carolina's fastest-growing counties. She was ordered to also pay a $100,000 fine. In handing down his sentence, U.S. District Judge Robert Conrad said Greene, 68, engaged in "out-of-control criminal activity" despite her nearly $250,000 annual salary and generous retirement benefits as a county employee. Wanda Greene sentenced to 84 months in federal prison Former county manager Wanda Greene appears in court for sentencing in a Buncombe County corruption case Aug. 28, 2019, in this illustration by David Cohen. Green was sentenced to 84 months in federal prison and was fined $100,000. David Cohen/Citizen Times Clockwise from left, Joe Wiseman, Wanda Greene, Michael Greene, Jon Creighton and Mandy Stone are in the courtroom for their sentencing hearing in a sweeping Buncombe County corruption case Aug. 28, 2019, in this illustration by David Cohen. David Cohen/Citizen Times Prosecutor Richard Edwards is depicted in this illustration by David Cohen during sentencing of Buncombe County government officials Aug. 28, 2019, at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville. David Cohen/Citizen Times Judge Robert Conrad presides over sentencing of Buncombe County government officials Aug. 28, 2019, at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville in this illustration by David Cohen. David Cohen/Citizen Times Words from the judge "This is horrific abuse of office," he said just ahead of announcing her prison term during an Aug. 28 hearing. Greene's sentence falls within a 70- to 87-month advisory range calculated by the probation office. Her crimes carried a maximum penalty of 33 years, and her attorneys had requested a four-year prison sentence. See: Hubris, greed and arrogance — and some humility — on display at sentencings Conrad also sentenced four others connected to county corruption to prison time. Longtime Georgia-based contractor Joe Wiseman was sentenced to 37 months; former manager Mandy Stone got 33 months; ex-assistant manager Jon Creighton got 18 months; and Michael Greene, Wanda Greene's son and the county's former business intelligence manager, received six months. Because they have complied with the conditions of their release, they will be ordered to report at a later date to begin serving their sentences. All federal sentences are served without the possibility of parole. Greene, the thrice-indicted county manager who headed Buncombe for nearly two decades, had pleaded guilty to at least one offense in each of the fraudulent schemes uncovered by federal prosecutors: two counts of federal program fraud, one count of making and subscribing a federal tax return and one count of receipt of kickbacks and bribes. Greene apologized in the courtroom to taxpayers, Buncombe employees and her family. She said she realizes she significantly damaged public trust and will work to restore faith in local government. "I used really poor judgment," she said, her voice raspy and cracking at times. Behind the story: A timeline of the Buncombe County corruption investigation Court records: Wanda Greene wore wire to help with federal investigation She raised concerns. Then Buncombe manager Wanda Greene cut her annual salary by $16,000. Greene admitted to using county-issued credit cards to make thousands of dollars of personal purchases. She also admitted to fraudulently claiming Buncombe County as her own business on tax forms and used money set aside for settling a civil rights lawsuit to instead buy valuable life insurance policies for herself and other employees. “I have to say, investigating Buncombe County corruption produces a target-rich environment” Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Edwards The most damning grand jury indictment involved Greene and her assistant managers -- the county's highest-appointed officials at the time, all of whom logged decades as Buncombe employees. They have admitted to taking bribes, including domestic and international vacations and other gifts, from Wiseman in exchange for county contracts. Once described by some county commissioners as the best county manager nationwide, Greene retired from Buncombe in summer 2017 after more than two decades. That she "and others" were under investigation was publicly disclosed about a month and a half later. Prosecutors say their investigation into Buncombe County corruption is ongoing, with court filings as well as comments made in the courtroom indicating that defendants are cooperating with other matters. Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Edwards, who is prosecuting the corruption cases, said Greene has been cooperating as of late, providing information about both current and former employees as well as others. "I have to say, investigating Buncombe County corruption produces a target-rich environment," Edwards said in the courtroom. Contractor Joe Wiseman arrives at the federal courthouse for his sentencing in Asheville August 28, 2019. (Photo: Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times) Joe Wiseman: 'I'm sorry I put you through this' In addition to his prison sentence, Wiseman was ordered to pay a $15,000 fine. He'll serve a year of supervised probation upon his release. Wiseman, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, had faced a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The federal probation office had calculated a 37- to 46-month advisory range. Whether he'll pay restitution will be handled at a later date, Conrad ruled. Wiseman's attorneys are claiming no restitution is owed, though they said in court records that Buncombe County has stated it believes Wiseman should pay $500,000. Wiseman was emotional at his hearing, his voice breaking as he apologized to county taxpayers and his family. His wife and children, along with other relatives, sat in the courtroom. Clockwise from left, Joe Wiseman, Wanda Greene, Michael Greene, Jon Creighton and Mandy Stone are in the courtroom for their sentencing hearing in a sweeping Buncombe County corruption case Aug. 28, 2019, in this illustration by David Cohen. (Photo: David Cohen/Citizen Times) "I love you all," he told his family members. "I'm sorry I put you through this. You don't deserve this and I don't deserve you." His attorneys had requested a more lenient sentence, pointing to his serious medical issues as well as what they said was a minor role in the kickbacks scheme. They also argued that he did not know the vacations were illegal and that he was coerced by Greene, claiming that he would lose his primary client for his own business. Edwards said Wiseman learned early on of "a culture of corruption" among high-ranking Buncombe County officials, including commissioners, who expected him to pick up the tab for expensive meals — and in one case, a set of golf clubs. And this practice occurred elsewhere, Edwards said. "Buncombe County isn't the only county where this took place," he said. Mandy Stone leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 33 months in prison and ordered to pay a $15,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. (Photo: Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times) Mandy Stone gets prison time Stone was ordered to pay a $15,000 fine. Upon release she will serve a year of supervised probation. Her maximum penalty was five years and her advisory range was 37-46 months. Stone addressed the court and said, "I sincerely apologize to this community, to the citizens of this community and to the employees of this community." Stone, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy, said she lives every day regretting her actions and how they've affected a child in her care. Frost's attorney: Ex-commissioner not part of schemes of 'one-woman crime wave' Greene Ellen Frost indicted, accused of using taxpayer funds for personal equestrian activities Update: Greene's equestrian payments bought sponsorships, ads Imposing the sentence, Conrad noted the "very serious nature of the betrayal of public trust." He also noted that "a sense of entitlement seemed to permeate the county." The judge said that in some ways Stone is different from other county employees involved in the scandal because she was not in a position to exchange contracts with Wiseman for bribes. The judge chastised Stone for putting in her per diem payments for trips that were already charged to the county, referring to that as a "cheap, almost tacky reimbursement for per diem expenses." Stone's attorney, Jack Stewart, argued that she had served the county for almost four decades and that these trips occurred only over a two-year period from 2014 to 2016. At one point Stewart said, "She does recognize the shame she's brought on herself and her family" as well as disgrace on the public sector. Jon Creighton leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay a $25,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. (Photo: Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times) Jon Creighton: 'I'll regret it for the rest of my life' Creighton has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay a $25,000 fine. Upon release, the former assistant manager and planning director will serve a year of supervised probation. The sentence comes despite a request by Creighton's attorney for probation time and a court filing by federal prosecutors describing what they said was substantial assistance from Creighton. Prosecutors had recommended a 21-month prison sentence. Creighton's advisory range was 46-57 months. Photos: Corrupt Buncombe County officials appear for sentencing Wanda Greene leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 7 years in prison and ordered to pay a $1000,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Joe Wiseman leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 37 months in prison and ordered to pay a $15,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Wanda Greene arrives for sentencing at the federal courthouse August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Wanda Greene arrives at the federal courthouse for sentencing August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Mandy Stone leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 33 months in prison and ordered to pay a $15,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Contractor Joe Wiseman arrives at the federal courthouse for his sentencing in Asheville August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Jon Creighton leaves the federal courthouse after being sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay a $25,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Jon Creighton leaves the federal courthouse with friends and family after being sentenced to 18 months in prison and ordered to pay a $25,000 fine August 28, 2019 in Asheville. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Former Buncombe County manager Mandy Stone arrives at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville for her sentencing on August 28, 2019. ANGELI WRIGHT/ASHEVILLE CITIZEN TIMES Michael Greene exits the Federal Courthouse in Asheville after being sentenced to six months in jail, a $5,000 fine and one year of supervised probation on August 28, 2019. ANGELI WRIGHT/ASHEVILLE CITIZEN TIMES Jon Creighton arrives at the Federal Courthouse for his sentencing in Asheville August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Michael Greene arrives at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times John Payne, of Waynesville, holds a sign calling for maximum sentences for corrupt Buncombe County officials as Michael Greene arrives at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Jon Creighton waits in line to get into the Federal Courthouse for his sentencing in Asheville August 28, 2019. Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times Creighton spoke in court, apologizing for receiving kickbacks. Creighton said taking bribes from Wiseman was "without a doubt the biggest mistake I ever made. "I'll regret it for the rest of my life." Creighton apologized to his wife of nearly 39 years and to all county employees, saying his actions undermined public confidence. "Neither you nor any other judge will ever see me in a courtroom ever again," Creighton said to Conrad. "I have learned my lesson." Michael Greene arrives at the Federal Courthouse in Asheville August 28, 2019. (Photo: Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times) Wanda Greene's son sentenced Michael Greene also was ordered to pay a $5,000 fine in addition to a year of supervised probation. His advisory sentencing range was zero to six months. "This is a very serious matter of public corruption in this case, as well as a sense of arrogance in this case and others as far as misuse of tax dollars," Conrad said. While imposing the sentence, Conrad cited Michael Greene's improperly using county-purchased credit cards in 2009 and said, "I've seen Mr. Greene's hand did touch the hot stove back in 2009, and he did have the opportunity to disengage." Greene did not comment in court, but his attorney Ted Besen had argued for no jail time and a maximum $2,000 fine. Besen said Greene had accepted responsibility for criminal actions and since leaving his county post had become a Realtor but had not received any income from that. Since then he's become self-employed, according to Besen, who said Greene had made a $40,000 restitution to the county. Wanda Greene arrives at the federal courthouse for sentencing August 28, 2019 in Asheville. (Photo: Angela Wilhelm/Asheville Citizen Times) Besen said Greene, 48, who's been married 22 years, had "suffered a humbling impact" in how his wife and children look at him. Besen said he "never vouches in court this way for a client in court, but I don't think you will see Mr. Greene both in this court or any other court ever again." Edwards said Greene became fully cooperative only after being indicted in April 2018, and that his case shows "just an arrogance, a blurring of lines between what is and isn't your money." Want to stay informed about news from around Asheville? Do that, plus support local journalists, by subscribing to the Asheville Citizen Times. Click here to sign up for a digital subscription. 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__label__wiki	0.984371	0.984371	Why John Terry bizarrely blocked Sergio Aguero transfer for Chelsea – and the striker he wanted instead Chelsea FC Manchester City Lucien Silverberg Chelsea legend John Terry was reportedly not convinced by Sergio Aguero as he became a transfer target for the Blues during his days at Atletico Madrid. The Argentine ended up later moving to Manchester City, and his record since then speaks for itself as he’s become one of the finest strikers to ever play in the Premier League. MORE: Chelsea join Barcelona and Arsenal in the race to sign £70m-rated teenager Aguero is now City’s all-time leading goal-scorer with 244 goals in 352 appearances, and his superb form has helped the club win four Premier League titles, four League Cups and the FA Cup since he joined. Still, according to The Athletic, former Chelsea captain Terry was not at all convinced by him after they played against his Atletico side in the Champions League, and passed that message on to the powers that be at the club. Terry wanted the west Londoners to sign David Villa instead, and this came at a time when senior players such as himself held a lot of power at Stamford Bridge, according to The Athletic. Sergio Aguero – John Terry’s not a fan, apparently… Needless to say, City fans will be laughing at this news, with Chelsea missing out on an absolute gem of a signing there. More Stories / Latest News Manchester United star involved in car crash near Carrington training ground “Will eat up those Reece James crosses” – Chelsea urged to clinch striker transfer as these fans anticipate lethal partnership Marcus Rashford explains how he’ll still be involved at Manchester United despite injury blow Of course, some top players aren’t always the right fit at certain clubs, with their style sometimes clashing with the manager or with their team-mates, but it’s hard to imagine a proven talent like Aguero wouldn’t have been as successful at Chelsea as he has been at City. Terry may have been a great captain for CFC, but this was a major error of judgement from the former England international. Meanwhile, here are videos of a couple of Aguero hat-tricks against Chelsea… More Stories David Villa John Terry Sergio Aguero Premier League team of the week: Liverpool trio join Man City and Everton stars in BBC line up Lionel Messi wants Barcelona to sign €65m-rated Premier League striker as Suarez replacement Peter Crouch reveals the player who is Manchester City’s greatest signing ever All-time best overseas Premier League XI: Henry and Aguero up front, Manchester United legends dominate “Not even close” – Sergio Aguero vs Thierry Henry debate settled by comprehensive online poll	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28874
__label__wiki	0.688646	0.688646	Disability and Health Promotion Disability & Health Resources for Facilitating Inclusion and Overcoming Barriers Buildings and Facilities Recreation and Fitness Livable Communities The following resources may assist in creating and using inclusion strategies to improve the health, well-being, and participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelinesexternal icon (ADAAG) This document contains technical and legal requirements for accessibility to buildings and facilities by individuals with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). U.S. Access Boardexternal icon The Access Board is an independent federal agency devoted to improving accessibility for people with disabilities. The Board develops and maintains design criteria for the built environment, transit vehicles, telecommunications equipment, medical diagnostic equipment and electronic and information technology. It also provides technical assistance and training on these requirements and on accessible design, and continues to enforce accessibility standards that cover public accommodations and federally funded facilities. U.S. Access Board: Health Careexternal icon The U.S Access Board is developing accessibility standards for medical diagnostic equipment under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The Board is also developing guidance on accessible prescription drug container labels. ADA Guidance on Access to Medical Care for Individuals with Mobility Disabilitiesexternal icon The guidance provided in the document Access to Medical Care for Individuals with Mobility Disabilities provides technical assistance in understanding how the ADA and other regulations are useful for doctors and other medical care providers. Increasing Physical Activity among Adults with Disabilities: Resources for Doctors and Health Professionals The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD): AIMFREE Manualsexternal icon NCHPAD’s AIMFREE (Accessibility Instruments Measuring Fitness and Recreation Environments) Manuals can be used to assess the accessibility of recreation and fitness facilities, including fitness centers and swimming pools. Removing Barriers to Health Clubs and Fitness Facilities: A Guide for Accommodating All Members, Including People with Disabilities and Older Adults pdf icon[2.92 MB, 58 pages]external icon This guide provides ways you can make a health club’s facility and services more accessible to all people, including people with disabilities and older adults. Illustrations demonstrate how barriers in the physical environment can be removed and how exercise equipment and programs can be designed to create a welcoming facility. This document is from the North Carolina Office on Disability and Health and the Center for Universal Design. Accessibility Guidelines for Recreation Facilitiesexternal icon These guidelines from the U.S. Access Board describe standards for new construction and alterations of recreation facilities covered by the ADA. Accessibility Guidelines for Play Areasexternal icon These guidelines from the U.S. Access Board describe standards for newly constructed and altered play areas covered by the ADA. Recommendations for Making Livable Communities Reality pdf icon[3.20 MB, 186 pages]external icon This report developed by the National Council on Disability identifies barriers to developing livable communities and sheds light on potential methods for overcoming these barriers. This CDC Web page provides links to information on designing and building healthy places, working to build healthy communities, and the health communities program. Building Inclusive and Sustainable Communities Free from Discriminationexternal icon This U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Web page provides information on a strategic plan and goals for creating strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality, affordable homes for all. Accessible Information Exchange: Meeting on a Level Playing Field pdf icon[3.81MB, 18 pages]external icon This document from the ADA provides guidelines and strategies to help organizations make their meetings accessible and welcoming to people with disabilities. Checklist for Hotels and Motelsexternal icon This checklist from the American Foundation for the Blind provides practical, cost-effective solutions concerning access to hotel services and facilities by guests who are blind, deaf-blind, or visually impaired, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A Parent’s Guide to Section 504 Public Schoolexternal icon In order to help a child fully participate in school, plans can be developed around the child’s specific learning needs. These plans, known as 504 plans, are used by general education students not eligible for special education services. By law, children may be eligible to have a 504 plan, which lists accommodations related to a child’s disability. The 504 plan accommodations may be needed to give the child an opportunity to perform at the same level as their peers. For example, a 504 plan may include a child’s assistive technology needs, such as a tape recorder or keyboard for taking notes and a wheelchair accessible environment. IEP Plan: Information for Parentsexternal icon In contrast to a 504 plan, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is needed for children taking special education classes. An IEP is a legal document that tells the school its duties to a child. The Current State of Transportation for People with Disabilities pdf icon[845 KB, 224 pages]external icon This document from the National Council on Disability provides information on access to transportation and mobility for people with disabilities, including access to traditional public transportation systems, private transportation services, alternative transportation initiatives, and places designed for walking and nonvehicle movement. ADA Requirements – Effective Communicationexternal icon The ADA requires that Title II entities (state and local governments) and Title III entities (businesses and nonprofit organizations that serve the public) communicate effectively with people who have communication disabilities. The goal is to ensure that communication with people with these disabilities is equally effective as communication with people without disabilities. This publication is designed to help Title II and Title III entities (“covered entities”) understand how the rules for effective communication, including rules that went into effect on March 15, 2011, apply to them. Section 508 Lawexternal icon Section 508 was enacted to eliminate barriers in information and communication technology, to make available new opportunities for people with disabilities, and to encourage development of technologies that will help achieve these goals. Web Accessibility Guidelinesexternal icon These guidelines explain how to make Web content accessible to people with disabilities. The guidelines are intended for all Web content developers (page authors and site designers) and for developers of authoring tools. These guidelines are from the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). Pew Internet Reportsexternal icon Pew produces reports exploring the impact of the Internet on families, communities, work and home, daily life, education, health care, and civic and political life. According to one of the most recent reports, U.S. adults living with diseases long-term are significantly less likely than healthy adults to have access to the Internet (62% vs. 81%). [Read reportexternal icon] Guidelines for Reporting and Writing About People With Disabilities Brochure – 8th Edition pdf icon[1.31 MB, 9 pages]external icon This brochure offers preferred language, style, and appropriate portrayals of people with disabilities, and reflects input from over 100 national disability groups. Accessible Digital Media Guidelinesexternal icon This website describes educational needs of students with disabilities and how those needs may be met with software, digital books and other technologies. 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__label__wiki	0.96061	0.96061	CelebStoner's Top 28 Celebrity Cannabis Brands New York rapper Jay-Z's entry into the cannabis industy as a brand manager, announced July 9, signaled a new wave of celebrities seeking a place in the burgeoning business. Here's our guide to the top celebrity canna-brands. Celebrity: Snoop Dogg Brand: Leafs By Snoop On the heels of legalization in Colorado and Washington, Snoop Dogg was one of the first to jump in. The L.A. rapper got his start in Colorado partnering with LivWell in 2015. The next year the company expanded to Canada where its products are grown and distributed by Tweed, which is owned by Canopy Growth. Celebrity: Willie Nelson Brand: Willie's Reserve Also announced in 2015, Nelson's products arrived in stores in Colorado and Washington in 2016. A line of infused chocolates created by his wife Annie was added in 2017 and Willie's Remedy hemp coffee earlier this year. Celebrity: Bob Marley Brand: Marley Natural Funded by Privateer Holdings, Marley Natural announced in 2014 and launched in Los Angeles in 2016. Its product line is currently available in California and Washington. Celebrity: Whoopi Goldberg Brand: Whoopi & Maya The brand was founded in 2016 by Goldberg, infusion specialist Maya Elisabeth, former High Times publisher Rick Cusick and NORML board member Evan Nison and lauched with a line of non-smoking products aimed at women in 2017. Its product line is currently available in California and Colorado. Celebrity: Tommy Chong Brand: Chong's Choice The stoner comic and actor was also among the first celebs to launch his own cannabis brand, starting in one shop in Colorado in 2015 and then branching out to Washington in 2016. Its product line is now available in six states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Celebrity: B-Real Brand: Dr. Greenthumb's The Cypress Hill frontman won a dispensary license in California in 2015 and opened three years later in Sylmer and a second store in Sacramento on June 30. Celebrity: Wiz Khalifa Brand: Khalifa Kush Enterprises Oil The rapper has had his own Khalifa Kush strain available in RiverRock stores in Colorado since 2016, but on June 25, he made a bigger deal with Supreme Cannabis to provide his KKE Oil to Canadian consumers. Celebrity: Montel Williams Brand: Montel by Select In 2016, the former TV talk-show host announced he'd started his own cannabis company, LenitivLabs. Williams is currently selling 50 mg. hemp extract capsules. Celebrity: 311 Brand: Grassroots Uplifter Following the release of its Grassroots Uplifter Cart in 2016, the SoCal band now offer the v2 successor to the original. It's available at five Los Angeles stores and one in Nevada. Celebrity: Jim Belushi Brand: Belushi's Farm After Oregon legalized marijuana in 2014, the actor and former Saturday Night Live cast member purchased 83 acres in Eagle Point and began growing strains under the Belushi's Private Vault name. Six strains are currently available at 14 Oregon shops. Celebrity: Cheech Marin Brand: Cheech's Private Stash Like his comedy partner Tommy Chong, Marin's now in the cannabiz, selling four custom strains in three states: California, Colorado and Nevada. He launched in Nevada in 2018 after partnering with Redwood Cultivation. Celebrity: Mickey Hart Brand: Mind Your Head The Grateful Dead and Dead & Company drummer and Left Coast Ventures offer one-third gram "magic mini" pre-rolls of the legendary Chemdog strain. Announced in May, they're already available at 10 NorCal shops. Celebrity: Ricky Williams Brand: RW/Real Wellness The original NFL player to advocate for marijuana now has his own line of CBD products: a maintenance and repair salve and an optimum tonic (tincture). Williams was suspended several times for failing drug tests and took a hiatus in the middle of his playing career. "It doesn't cut your awareness off from your body the way most pain medications do," he says about cannabis. "It actually increases awareness of your body." RW products are avaiable online. Celebrity: Brendan Hill Brand: Paper & Leaf Blues Traveler's drummer has owned and operated this pot shop located on Washington State's Bainbridge Island since 2017. Celebrity: Rebelution Brand: Rebelution The SoCal reggae band teamed up with FlavaRx in 2017 to produce all-natural cannabis oil cartridges. They're currently available in California, Colorado and Washington. Celebrity: Julian Marley Brand: Juju Royal Ultra Premium Bob Marley's third-youngest son (and a performer in his own right) launched a vape pen in 2015. The company now sells CBD products online. Celebrity: Al Harrington Brand: Viola Extracts The former NBA player founded the concentrates company in Colorado and has since expanded to California, Michigan and Oregon. He played for the Denver Nuggets from 2010-2012. Celebrity: Umphrey's McGee Brands: Day Nurse and Night Nurse The popular jamband teamed with Batch Signature Extracts this year to create two disposable vape pens, a sativa (Day Nurse) and an indica (Night Nurse). They're available at numerous Lightshade retail outlets in and around Denver. Celebrity: Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats Brand: Nightstache Collection Nathaniel Rateliff's pop band caught the eye of Willie Nelson and began touring with him. During many hangouts on Nelson's bus, it became clear that the two artists had a lot in common. This has resulted in the first custom cannabis product from Rateliff on Willie's Reserve, Nelson's popular line of cannabis products: the Cherry AK Distillate Cartridge, made by AJ's Craft Cannabis in Boone, Colorado. It's available at Livwell shops in Colorado. Celebrity: Jason Gann Brand: Wilfred Cannabis Pre-Rolls The creator and star of the hit TV series Wilfred has his own line of pre-rolls featuring Wilfred on the packaging. For five seasons on FX, the Australian-born Gann portrayed the pot-smoking, talking dog. Now his brand is avaialble in indica, sativa and hydrid varieties in joint boxes (seven .5 gram pre-rolls per box) at six California retail outlets. Woof! Celebrity: Berner Brand: Cookies The San Francisco rapper and protege of B-Real opened the Cookies dispensary in Maywood (near Los Angeles) last year. According to Wikipedia, "He's associated with the 'Cookie Family' of marijuana geneticists, who produce strains common in California, such as 'Girl Scout Cookies' and 'Sunset Sherbet.'" Celebrity: Terrell Davis Brand: Defy The former NFL running back and Hall of Famer and his Defy team created this "performance drink" that includes 20 mg of hemp extract for athletes that are looking to perform, rest, recover and maintain after a tough workout. It's available in three flavors and is sold online. Davis played for the Denver Broncos from 1995-2001. Celebrity: Paul Pierce Brand: Vesper The Top 50 all-time NBA player is co-founder and CEO of this portable vaporizer company. The Vesper One comes in three colors, but doesn't include a "pod" or 510 cartridge. It's sold online. Celebrity: Sigur Rós Brand: Sigurberry CBD Gumdrops The Icelandic rock band and Lord Jones have "come together to bring you CBD gumdrops inspired by the flavors of foraged Icelandic berries: wild blackberries, strawberries and blueberries," according to the company's website. Each gumdrop contains 20 mg of the "finest broad spectrum CBD extract." Boxes of nine of these delectable sweets are sold online. Celebrity: CJ Wallace Brand: Think BIG The actor and son of rap legend Notorious B.I.G. has linked up with California cultivator Lowell Smokes on the Frank White Creative Blend, an eighth-ounce pack that contains seven pre-rolls and wooden matches. It's available at more than 30 weed shops in California. Celebrity: Gary Payton Brand: CannaSports The former NBA point guard and Hall of Famer created a unique line of vape batteries that look like his various jerseys with the No. 20 on them. They're available online. The company also has six different oil cartridges with fun strain names like Courtside Colada, Alley Scoop Vanilla and Sonic Skittlez. Celebrity: Vinnie Fiorello Brand: Sailor Diggen's Finest Less Than Jake drummer Vinnie Fiorello has teamed up with Portland, Oregon-based cultivator Mongo Ranch on a line of CBD products that includes a 16% CBD Bubba Kush preroll and a Rogue Valley CBD-infused coffee blend. Fiorello has found that CBD works to offset the aches and pains that come with drumming. "I'm a full believer in CBD," he tells CelebStoner. "It was a natural progression from being a believer to wanting to spread the word on what products I thought were the most effective." His cannabis products are currently only available online. Celebrity: Mike Tyson Brand: Tyson Ranch The former heavyweight champion has emerged in the cannabiz with a number of flowers and concentrates that are available at several California shops. More Celebs with Brands, Products and Investments in the Works: Marvin Washington Jonathan Casillas This article was posted on July 12. It was updated on August 2 and September 10. Chelsea Handler Hypes Vape Pen and Getting High with Willie Nelson Green Rush: NFL Legend Joe Montana Invests in Cannabis Industry Coppola Cannabis: Director Debuts Grower's Series Product Line Montel Williams and Melissa Etheridge Enter the Green Rush Where Not to Go in Mexico: The 16 Most Dangerous States 10 Stoner-Friendly Halloweed Costumes Chanukah High Tunes by MC Flow and Adam Sandler + the Cannabis Menorah	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28880
__label__wiki	0.917209	0.917209	The Fuzzier Side of ROI In search of ROI measurements User Beware Demystifying ROI By David Joachim Don't be fooled by CIOs who claim that every IT project needs to pass a rigorous ROI test. They don't really believe it. They're just saying that to satisfy their bosses, who are under intense pressure to justify every dollar spent with at least one dollar returned. For a discussion on the issues in this story, click here. IT executives working through this economic slump find themselves in a precarious position. CEOs, chief financial officers and shareholders have become hard-liners when it comes to technology ROI. In part, it's a backlash from the free-spending ways of the dot-com boom. Now they want proof that every IT investment pays back in some tangible way - no excuses. But taking an accountant's view of IT priorities could actually be counterproductive, because a spreadsheet doesn't tell the whole story. In fact, some of the IT projects that impact business the most can't be measured easily, if at all, some experts now say. "The boldest strokes I've seen in IT haven't had to go through these ROI tests," says Bob Reeder, CIO at Alaska Airlines Inc. He points to advancements such as General Motors Corp.'s OnStar road navigation system, which ushered in new levels of customer service and therefore doesn't fit neatly into traditional models for calculating ROI, he says. If Seattle-based Alaska Airlines had ranked its IT priorities based purely on strict ROI metrics, it might not have started selling tickets online in 1995 or added check-in kiosks at airports in 1997 - two projects that have produced positive results, Reeder says. Basing IT priorities on ROI rankings is a fool's game, Reeder says, largely because of the way so many ROI metrics are calculated. Under pressure to produce quantitative forecasts, project leaders have learned how to be creative with numbers. "It's like the biggest liar wins," Reeder says. While CIOs say the payback on most IT projects can be measured in dollars, many utilitarian but necessary efforts, like infrastructure upgrades and installing and supporting collaborative applications, can't be, and those projects are getting short shrift these days. Indeed, ROI has a softer side that's too often ignored. This aspect of ROI helps explain why collaborative applications and IT projects that help improve product quality or customer service sometimes get the green light, despite their questionable short-term impact on the bottom line. "There are soft benefits to every investment, in addition to the hard-dollar benefits," says John Berry, an independent management consultant in Bend, Ore., who specializes in assessing payback on software. Some projects produce qualitative results that are meaningful but difficult to trace back to the initial technology investment, he says. "E-learning is supposed to create a smarter organization. How do you measure smarter?" Berry asks. And even if you could measure the collective intelligence of your staff, you couldn't necessarily attribute any intellectual gains to new technology. It's particularly tricky to calculate the benefits of infrastructure improvements. Upgrades to servers, networking equipment and operating software contribute to the success of every application they touch, yet it's nearly impossible to know whether an application does more for the business if, say, it's aided by more bandwidth. Those who try to apply ROI figures to infrastructure investments miss the point, says Victor Votsch, an analyst at V-Square Solutions, a Narberth, Pa.-based consultancy. "Do you [measure] ROI on your phone system?" he points out. "With infrastructure, you're preparing for change. You know change is a constant, but you're not sure what it will be." Creative Calculations Some IT shops, nonetheless, are able to find creative ways to quantify benefits that are largely qualitative. Cisco Systems Inc., for example, has been known to place a dollar value on customer satisfaction, based on the presumption that satisfaction leads to more sales. But some analysts advise against this practice. If you can't trace a customer's satisfaction directly to a new sale, or a reduction in labor directly to a cut in head count, don't credit the technology for the ROI, says Rebecca Wettemann, an analyst at Nucleus Research Inc., a technology ROI consultancy in Wellesley, Mass. IT shops are particularly creative when it comes to measuring the results of process improvements. If an application is deployed to automate expense reporting, a company might count the number of hours managers used to spend on their reports and multiply that number by the average hourly salary of those employees. That would likely produce a hefty ROI figure. However, you don't necessarily get an hour of productivity back for every hour of labor you save, Wettemann says. In practice, managers and executive-level workers tend not to give all of their saved time back to the company. Instead, they may use the found time to check their stock portfolios online or make personal calls. So in this case, Wettemann might apply a "correction coefficient" to her ROI analysis that says the company will get only 30 minutes back for every hour of labor each executive saves, she says. Reeder doesn't even try to calculate such gains. "A lot of people are kidding themselves that they can really quantify ROI on something as soft as productivity improvements that don't lead to lower head count," he insists. He calls such attempts to measure productivity gains "fun with numbers." At GM, most IT projects produce calculable results, says Chief Technology Officer Tony Scott. For those that don't, particularly those projects that generate long-term but not short-term results, GM's IT department makes an extra effort to align with business managers in the regional or operational units affected by the project, Scott says. The four regional CIOs at GM are closely aligned with their respective chief operating officers, in effect giving the CIOs responsibility over profit and loss (P&L) for their regions. "You need a process owner and a P&L owner to say, 'I'm willing to take a bet on this,' " Scott says. IT shops that aren't formally aligned with business management should always seek the support of a third party when arguing for a project that will produce soft benefits, Votsch says. These third parties can be independent analysts or consultants. "You need the credibility of a third party who doesn't have the perceived bias that may be there in the IT organization," Votsch says. Regardless of how you lean on ROI measurements, it's clear that CIOs will continue to push hard for quantifiable metrics and returns. "The motivation is out there to be as comprehensive as possible, to think of the totality of impact of technology purchases on a company," says Berry. "I believe the CIO when he says he attempts to measure everything. The question is whether he can." Joachim is a freelance business and technology journalist in Port Jefferson, N.Y. Contact him at djoachim@optonline.net.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28884
__label__cc	0.508029	0.491971	Robert Halfon: Only the paranoid survive – especially in the world of Conservative politics By Robert Halfon MP Follow @halfon4harlowMP Robert Halfon: For years, I’ve urged that the Conservatives become a Workers Party. Now it is one. Robert Halfon: How Labour flicked two fingers at 17.4 million people Robert Halfon: Sex offenders are slipping through the net. They must be stopped. Robert Halfon is MP for Harlow, a former Conservative Party Deputy Chairman and President of Conservative Workers and Trade Unionists. I haven’t yet read Dominic Cummings recommended tome, High Output Management by Andrew Grove, the extraordinarily successful, former Chief Executive of Intel. For one thing, when I tried to order it a few weeks ago, it had mysteriously and temporarily sold out, probably because of a civil servant raid of Amazon. I did, however, buy another book by Grove entitled, ‘Only the Paranoid Survive’ – probably better suited to my temperament, anyway. The core argument of this book is that, however successful a business or organisation may be, at any time it will face a ‘Strategic Inflection Point’ (SIP) – a major change or disruptor, that will see a competitor emerge with a new product, that could have huge impact on the viability and profitability on that business. The SIP could come at any time and is often hard to predict. It could happen at a time when the company is seen as almost invincible, yet because the business fails to respond in the right way to the challenge, it ends up being swept away by the tsunami of the new SIP disruptor. All through the book, there are examples of companies where this has happened, including SIPs facing his own organisation, Intel. Although Only the Paranoid Survive was written in 1995, Grove predicted the major disruptor effect of the internet, in terms of software, media and connectivity. I can think of others. Remember Blackberry (I am one of the few that still have one – as I love keyboards)? It used to be one of the most popular mobiles in the world and democratised email through handheld devices. Yet in just a few years it lost its market share because the management failed to understand the rise of the Apple iPhone and the democratisation of smartphone apps. By the time it did, it was too late. Only a few years ago did Blackberry start selling mobiles with Android Apps. Now, Blackberry is just basically a software security company and contracts out to other companies the making of keypad android phones. Grove argues that the best way to respond to SIPs is through open debate within the company, initial chaos and then a clear and unbending vision of how to succeed. He notes that, “all eggs should be put in one basket”, rather than trying to do a bit of everything, seeking to please everyone. He does warn, however, to “watch the basket”. It is also important to listen to those middle-managers and sales force, i.e. those at the coalface, as they can often see best what is happening and identify emerging trends. Interestingly, he notes that data, however important, is not everything. You need instinct, anecdote, and emotional intelligence, too: “You have to be able to argue with the data, when your experience and judgement suggest the emergence of force that may be too small to show up in the analysis that has the potential to grow so big as to change the rules your company operate by. The point is, when dealing with emerging trends, you may very well go against the rational extrapolation of data and rely instead on anecdotal observations and your instincts.” Why does this book matter? The answer lies in what Grove says about fear and complacency: “Fear can be the opposite of complacency. Complacency often afflicts precisely those who have been the most successful. It is often found in companies that have honed the skills that are perfect for the environment. But when the environment changes, these companies may be the slowest to respond properly. A good dose of fear may help sharpen the survival instincts.” I have lost count as to how many Conservatives I have recently met or spoken to (and I’m absolutely NOT including the brilliant, new, Northern MPs who have been elected – quite the opposite), who assume that we will be in power for the next ten to fifteen years and that it is all over for the Labour Party. That worries me. Not only is this not true psephologically, as recently highlighted by Lewis Baston in The Critic magazine (the Red Wall faces major challenges), but Conservatives are also not winning younger voters to the cause. Moreover, the Labour Party, a historical movement, is not going to be steeped in the mire of Corbynism forever. At some point, they or something else, at an unpredictable moment in time, will represent a strategic inflection point to the Government. Who is to say that if Labour elect a Corbynista person mark 2, that individual will still be there in two years time? Half a decade is an eternity in politics. This is why, continuous change and reform, both in Government and in campaigning, is vital, if Conservatives are to withstand a Strategic Inflection Point when it inevitably happens. The electorate remain volatile. Party tribal loyalties grow weaker every political day. Huge voter swings in one direction one time, could become huge voter swings in another way the next. It is worth reading this book. As Grove notes – a man who survived Hungarian fascism, Nazism and Communism and arrived in the USA as a penniless immigrant – fear stops complacency and can mean continued success. Only the paranoid survive, especially in the world of Conservative politics. 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__label__wiki	0.770964	0.770964	Smith’s plan for Northern Ireland undercuts the Government on veterans and Brexit By Henry Hill Follow @HCH_Hill Henry Hill: New decade, old story? Smith’s Stormont deal under fire from Tory MPs and Ulster parties Matt Smith: After two wasted decades, it is for the Conservatives to deliver the “devolution dividend” to Wales Reform of the Supreme Court will fail without reform in Parliament Triumphator Johnson – our final Cabinet League Table of 2019 Adrian Mason: Why should non-Labour North Wales be the prisoner of the socialist monopoly in South Wales? The aftershocks of last month’s general election continue to make themselves felt, and the latest is that Northern Ireland will this afternoon see the restoration of devolved government at Stormont. Julian Smith and Simon Coveney have both urged the local parties to endorse a newly-published deal titled ‘New Decade, New Approach’, which aims to try and resolve the disputes which have seen the Province go without a local legislature for almost three years. If you had to summarise the package you could do worse than this: “DUP overcompensated with pork as price for legitimising Irish Language in any form”. In essence the Government has offered a big financial bung to try and help the Democratic Unionists sell what is effectively a climb-down on the prospect of Irish language legislation. Whilst there won’t technically be a stand-alone act – and the DUP will now try and convince everyone that this technicality was the crucial point, for some reason – there will be a commissioner and other official organs to promote, and police, the use of the language. It will also gain official status. Owen Polley neatly sums up the problem, writing of “unionist concerns that a language commission will generate endless demands, impose costly legal obligations on public bodies and promote divisive policies around signage aimed at eroding Northern Ireland’s sense of being part of the UK.” They need only look at Wales, where the use of language requirements in things like public sector recruitment has effectively created nationalist fiefdoms. Given that the DUP’s base has already torpedoed one previous deal, it is not yet certain that Arlene Foster and the rest of the party leadership will be able to make this stick, no matter how desperate they are for Stormont’s return now they have lost their leverage at Westminster. But the deal is not just problematic from the perspective of an Ulster Unionist. It also, as Patrick Maguire has noted, cuts across two important elements of the Government’s strategy. A pledge to swiftly implement various legacy proposals, for example, completely undercuts Johnny Mercer on the subject of historical prosecutions of ex-servicemen. Another pledge to ensure Northern Irish businesses have “unfettered access” to the British internal market, on the other hand, is if anything even more problematic. The Prime Minister only recently, and controversially, abandoned his previous commitment to keeping the Province fully-aligned to the mainland. If that remains the case, the only way businesses based in Ulster could simultaneously have frictionless access to the British market is through a high-alignment Brexit, i.e. exactly the sort of ‘UK-wide backstop’ that Theresa May tried, in vain, to sell to Boris Johnson. (Of course, a cynic might argue that such a high-alignment Brexit is probably the easiest one to sort out if your overriding political priority is getting a deal without extending the transition period…) Has the Cabinet really grasped the implications of the ‘New Decade, New Approach’ plan for its wider strategy? Or is it the product of a silo in the Northern Irish Office? A long-standing concern amongst Unionists is that the NIO is, fundamentally, not on their side. More than one has put to me that there is no British counterpart to the Dublin, which is viewed as being a solid partisan for nationalism. The form of today’s announcement – a joint statement with the Irish Government, despite the latter having no formal role in governing the Province – will no more assuage these concerns than the content. They also cite the Department’s extraordinary willingness to allow part of the United Kingdom to go for several years without proper democratic oversight rather than grasping the nettle of introducing direct rule, even temporarily. Polley writes of “relief” at the prospect of even a flawed Stormont deal, but much of that relief stems from the fact that both James Brokenshire and Karen Bradley preferred to leave crucial decisions unmade than shoulder the responsibility for making them. Bradley in particular regularly exploited provisions intended for emergencies to circumvent Commons scrutiny even of the minimal legislation she did pass. Smith’s deal might have got Stormont back on its feet, at least for a little while. But its governance provisions are weak, and its implications for broader policy troubling. If the Government is serious about the Union with Northern Ireland – and at the minute that is an ‘if’ – then Johnson will need fresh thinking and a much bolder, more pro-active approach to supporting British interests in the Province. A Secretary of State prepared to challenge, rather than champion, the institutional attitudes of the NIO would be a good place to start. Devolution DUP Julian Smith MP Northern Ireland Northern Ireland Assembly Northern Ireland Office 119 comments for: Smith’s plan for Northern Ireland undercuts the Government on veterans and Brexit	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28888
__label__cc	0.601079	0.398921	Kobe Bryant's Top 10 Plays of the 2001-2002 Season By Clark Mitchell August 29, 2013 Vintage Mamba...this video shows Kobe at his most stylish and creative. This was the year of Kobe's second NBA Championship - he had always had flair, but it was around this time that the cold-blooded killer started coming out to play. The #5 highlight is a perfect example - the perfect ball fake, the fadeaway - this is a high-pressure shot with an insane degree of difficulty, but it's executed to perfection. While the highlights by themselves are impressive, take note of Kobe's positional awareness. He always knows the right place to be - in #4, even though he's forced into a pass, he knows exactly where he needs to be and when he needs to jump if Derek Fisher misses. Tony Parker can't outjump him, David Robinson and Tim Duncan are both in the wrong place, and Kobe follows his huge rebound with a clutch shot around the outstretched arms of Robinson. [embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxmlAZqwQ9g[/embed] Back to the Los Angeles Lakers Newsfeed 0 shares Share on FB Share on Twitter	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28889
__label__wiki	0.648772	0.648772	Showing results for tags 'v8'. Auto Show Coverage Sales Figure Ticker Brand Discussion Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles Honda Motor Company Jaguar-Land Rover Nissan-Renault Alliance SAAB / NEVS Chinese Automakers Volkswagen Automotive Group The Italians Heritage Marques Social Central Cadillac Appreciation Club's Cadillac Discussion European Car Lovers's Topics Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Frankfurt International Motor Show GM News Sales Figures Tires and Wheel Specials Automotive Maintenance Specials Reviews Gallery Autoshow Gallery Car Cruises Cadillac Appreciation Club's Cadillac Photos Auto Show Calendar Editor/Reporter In Hibernation Politics Access WebCrawlers Mercedez Benz News Rumorpile - AMG C63 To Lose V8 in Favor of Four-Cylinder Hybrid Drew Dowdell posted a topic in Mercedes-Benz Rumor has it that the next AMG C63 will be the first of a number of models to ditch their V8 in favor of 4-cylinder hybrid power. According to Autocar, the C63 could also lose a rear-wheel drive option, going instead with standard all-wheel drive. The engine would be an electrified version of the new M139 turbocharged 2.0-liter. In it's most powerful current form, it is the most powerful 4-cylinder in production anywhere putting out 416 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, and that's without any electric boosting. The engine was engineered to be mounted transversely or longitudinally and also with an eye on hybridization. For the C63, the M139 engine would adopt a 48 volt starter motor similar to the one used in the CLS 53 4Matic. On that car, the motor provides an additional 22 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, however in the C63, it would be tuned for even more power to reach up to a total system horsepower over 500. One main advantage to this setup would be a significant reduction in weight over the front axle. Additionally, the engine/motor combination has a lower center of gravity, that would be expected to improve handling and control. Moving the C63 to a hybrid powertrain is consistent with Mercedes' desire to reduce fleet CO2 emissions. View full article rumorpile Rumorpile - AMG C63 To Lose V8 in Favor of Four-Cylinder Hybrid Drew Dowdell posted an article in Mercedes Benz Rumor has it that the next AMG C63 will be the first of a number of models to ditch their V8 in favor of 4-cylinder hybrid power. According to Autocar, the C63 could also lose a rear-wheel drive option, going instead with standard all-wheel drive. The engine would be an electrified version of the new M139 turbocharged 2.0-liter. In it's most powerful current form, it is the most powerful 4-cylinder in production anywhere putting out 416 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, and that's without any electric boosting. The engine was engineered to be mounted transversely or longitudinally and also with an eye on hybridization. For the C63, the M139 engine would adopt a 48 volt starter motor similar to the one used in the CLS 53 4Matic. On that car, the motor provides an additional 22 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, however in the C63, it would be tuned for even more power to reach up to a total system horsepower over 500. One main advantage to this setup would be a significant reduction in weight over the front axle. Additionally, the engine/motor combination has a lower center of gravity, that would be expected to improve handling and control. Moving the C63 to a hybrid powertrain is consistent with Mercedes' desire to reduce fleet CO2 emissions. Ford News: Ford Cuts V8 Production Drew Dowdell posted a topic in Ford Ford said that it would be cutting a shift from its Essex Engine Plant in Ontario starting in October. Ford says the move will "better align with consumer demand". The likely cause? Ford F-150 buyers are shifting more of their purchases away from the 5.0 liter V8. F-150 buyers have a choice of 5 engines when selecting a truck, the 2.7-liter Ecoboost, the 3.3-liter V6, the 3.5-liter Ecoboost, and now a 3.0-liter PowerStroke Diesel, all in addition to the 5.0-liter V8, and the customer mix appears to be skewing towards the smaller displacement engines. The cut in shifts will not result in job cuts as those workers will be transitioned to another engine plant to build the 7.3-liter engine due to be installed in the 2020 Ford Super Duties. That transition will happen in November of this year. View full article Ford Cuts V8 Production Drew Dowdell posted an article in Ford Ford said that it would be cutting a shift from its Essex Engine Plant in Ontario starting in October. Ford says the move will "better align with consumer demand". The likely cause? Ford F-150 buyers are shifting more of their purchases away from the 5.0 liter V8. F-150 buyers have a choice of 5 engines when selecting a truck, the 2.7-liter Ecoboost, the 3.3-liter V6, the 3.5-liter Ecoboost, and now a 3.0-liter PowerStroke Diesel, all in addition to the 5.0-liter V8, and the customer mix appears to be skewing towards the smaller displacement engines. The cut in shifts will not result in job cuts as those workers will be transitioned to another engine plant to build the 7.3-liter engine due to be installed in the 2020 Ford Super Duties. That transition will happen in November of this year. Bentley News: Bentley Bentayga Gains V8 Power William Maley posted a topic in Bentley Bentley is building out its roster of powertrains for the Bentayga. Already, the SUV is available with the 6.0L W12 and 4.0L turbodiesel V8 (for those outside of the U.S.) Soon, Bentley will be unveiling a plug-in hybrid variant. But before that, Bentley has one more engine to show. Meet the Bentley Bentayga V8. The V8 in question is a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine found under the hoods of the Porsche Cayenne and Panamera Turbos. Power is rated at 542 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic and 4WD. Bentley says the Bentayga V8 hits 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180. That's not too far off from the Bentayga W12 which hits 60 mph in 4 seconds and a top speed of 187 mph. Bentley will be offering the active suspension system complete with a 48-volt electrical system and a set of carbon-ceramic brakes with the largest set of front brakes discs ever fitted to a vehicle - 17 inches. The V8 version looks almost the same as other Bentaygas. But those with keen eyes will notice the figure 8 shape of the exhaust tips, the only clue for telling the difference. Bentley hasn't announced pricing, but the V8 Bentayga will be available at dealers sometime this spring. Source: Bentley Press Release is on Page 2 PERFORMANCE AND PRECISION: THE BENTLEY BENTAYGA V8 Power, luxury, usability and sportiness 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine develops 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft. (770 Nm) of torque 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds); top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) Unmistakable V8 engine burble adds to emotional allure Optional carbon-ceramic brakes – world’s largest front brake system Twin-quad tailpipes, high-gloss carbon-fibre interior panels and wood and hide steering wheel (Crewe, 12 January 2018) Since its introduction, the Bentley Bentayga has defined a new sector and set the luxury SUV benchmark, offering customers the ultimate Grand Touring experience unrestricted by landscape or conditions. The award-winning Bentley model is now available in its most sporting guise to date – the Bentayga V8. At the heart of the latest Bentayga model is a new-generation 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine which combines immense power with impressive fuel efficiency. The addition of a characteristic V8 burble, stylish twin-quad exhaust pipes and optional carbon-ceramic brakes, reveals more of the luxury SUV’s sporting character. Sitting at the core of the Bentayga range, the new V8 model fuses exquisite luxury with power, usability and extensive sporting ability. Its responsive performance is fully customisable on demand by the driver through Bentley’s Drive Dynamics system, from limousine-like refinement to sporting precision. Inside, customers will recognise Bentley’s unique approach to modern luxury tailoring, with the familiar blend of exquisite handcrafted materials and advanced technologies. New styling features include a wood and hide steering wheel and the introduction of a high-gloss carbon-fibre interior panel finish. Immense Performance, Impressive Efficiency At the heart of the new Bentayga V8 sits an all-new 4.0-litre, 32-valve, V8 engine featuring dual twin-scroll turbochargers located inside the ‘V’ of the engine. The dynamic unit develops 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft. (770 Nm) of torque, resulting in a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) and 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds (100 km/h in 4.5 seconds). The class-leading performance of the Bentayga V8 is complemented by a range of 464 miles (746 km), with CO2 emissions of 260 g/km. This refined efficiency (24.8 mpg / 11.4 l/100 km combined) comes, in part, through the ability of the engine to de-activate four of its eight cylinders in suitable conditions, without compromising the drive. The seamless change happens in just 20 milliseconds, making it imperceptible to customers. The addition of Stop-Start technology, which can activate at ‘near-to-stop’ speeds, also contributes to the emissions figure. This unique blend of power and refinement gives the Bentayga V8 a distinct, unrivalled position in the luxury SUV market. Striking, Individual Exterior Design The exterior design of the Bentayga V8 reflects the model’s sporting position within the Bentayga family. The shape is defined by the Bentayga’s unique muscular, sculptural lines, balancing athleticism with an unmistakable presence on the road. From the four round LED headlamps to the large matrix grille, the Bentayga V8 exudes the Bentley design DNA, while the overt powerline, large rear haunches and raised ride height reflect the rugged off-road ability of the luxury SUV. For the first time, optional carbon-ceramic brakes are offered on the Bentayga. The braking system is the largest and most powerful ever fitted to a Bentley, and the largest front brake system available on any production car. The brake discs measure 440 mm in diameter at the front and 370 mm at the rear, and sit inside enormous Bentley-branded calipers, with 10 pistons at the front. Together these provide a maximum braking torque of 6,000 Nm. Also introduced on the Bentayga V8 are sporting red brake calipers for the front and rear standard iron brakes. The calipers are painted in special, high-temperature resistant Tornado red paint, and signal strongly the dynamic intent of this performance-oriented Bentayga V8. In front of these sit a choice of 11 wheel designs, including an all-new 22” five-spoke wheel with black painted and polished finish. A purposeful black and chrome grille at the front is complemented by Bentley ‘twin-quad’ exhaust tailpipes at rear, both of which provide a further subtle reminder of the new engine specification. Sublime, Handcrafted Luxury Interior The Bentayga V8 continues the Bentley tradition of intricate detailing and fine, handcrafted precision using authentic materials. Customers can specify hand cross-stitching, which highlights the interior styling lines of the seats and door panels, and there is the choice of the Bentayga’s four-, five-, or seven-seat configuration, for ultimate versatility. Three innovative new interior options are offered in the Bentayga V8: a high-gloss carbon-fibre finish replacing traditional veneer surfaces; a wood and hide steering wheel; and a new rich red leather, Cricket Ball. For the first time in a Bentley, a high-gloss carbon-fibre finish is offered to customers seeking a contemporary, technical feel. Bentley has traditionally offered a matt carbon-fibre surface to replace the veneer on panels including the fascia, centre console and door waistrails, but this is the first time the finish has been offered with a high gloss, which enhances the technical weave. Another first – the wood and hide trimmed steering wheel – can be specified in the Bentayga V8. Uniquely, the new three-spoke, wood and hide trimmed wheel (available in seven different veneer finishes) uses a solid wood base and thus maintains the integrity and authenticity of interior features offered by Bentley. Cricket Ball leather makes its debut in the Bentayga V8. The evocative new colour is inspired by the traditional and instantly appealing deep chestnut hue of a new cricket ball, and fits perfectly into the inspiring range of 15 interior colours and five colour splits offered by Bentley. Effortless Bentley Performance, Unrestrained by Climate or Terrain The Bentayga V8 is available with Bentley Dynamic Ride – the world’s first electric active roll control technology that utilises a 48V system. This system instantly counteracts lateral rolling forces when cornering and ensures maximum tyre contact to deliver class-leading cabin stability, ride comfort and exceptional handling. Bentley’s adaptive and reactive system provides variable torsional resistance, allowing the Bentayga to be both dynamically capable and comfortable for all occupants at all times. The pioneering use of a 48V system results in silent, instantaneous responses to deal with all road surfaces. The Bentayga V8 offers class-leading ride comfort, steering feel and handling thanks to the partnership of a highly sophisticated chassis and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). In addition to advanced, multi-mode Traction Control (TCS), the Bentayga also features Hill Descent Control. Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) is also featured on the Bentayga. The new system improves feedback to the driver, while providing isolation from steering kick-back both on- and off-road. EPAS also features a variable rack ratio, permitting light and fast steering while manoeuvring at low speeds, as well as a more subdued response for excellent stability at high speeds. The Bentayga offers the widest range of on- and off-road drive settings of any vehicle via Bentley’s Drive Dynamics Mode and optional All-Terrain Specification. Up to eight modes (four on- and four off-road) are available, allowing drivers, at the simple turn of a dial, to select the perfect dynamic set-up for any surface or road condition. All-Terrain Specification allows the customer to select the appropriate vehicle settings for a wide range of off-road surfaces, including Snow & Grass, Dirt & Gravel, Mud & Trail and Sand Dunes. Meanwhile, the Driver Information Panel displays information on pitch, roll, wheel articulation, steering angle, compass bearing and altitude. The Bentayga V8 comes with multi-mode air suspension. The driver has four different modes to choose from: High 2, High 1, Normal and Low. High 2, for example, can be manually selected when tackling more severe off-road surfaces. Customers can also lower the rear suspension via a switch in the boot, to ease loading and trailer hitching. Hill Descent Control automatically regulates the vehicle’s speed on steep declines, allowing the driver to concentrate fully on steering and obstacles ahead. It can be pre-set at speeds between two and 30 km/h (going in either direction) and works on gradients greater than five per cent. Innovative Features and Advanced Technologies A suite of state-of-the-art driver assistance systems and infotainment features designed to enhance safety, comfort and convenience make the Bentayga V8 an innovative, advanced and connected luxury SUV. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) including Stop & Go, Predictive ACC and Traffic Assist enables the driver to maintain a set distance to the vehicle in front. Predictive ACC uses the navigation data, sensors and cameras to predict upcoming corners, city boundaries and speed-limit changes and can then modify the vehicle speed accordingly, improving both comfort and fuel economy. In urban environments, there are a number of driver aids available on the Bentayga V8. These systems – such as Traffic Sign Recognition, which detects a wide variety of traffic signs and displays information to the driver; Rear Crossing Traffic Warning, which uses radar technology to detect crossing traffic when reversing out of a parking space; and Top View, a system which uses four cameras to display an overall picture of the vehicle’s surroundings – combine to enhance everyday usability. Park Assist is also available – a system that detects suitable parking spaces (both parallel and perpendicular) before autonomous steering takes over to support parking manoeuvres. Other innovative systems available include Night Vision, which uses infra-red technology to identify potential obstacles ahead, and a Head-Up Display, which reduces driver distraction and increases safety. The Bentayga’s 8” touch screen infotainment system boasts class-leading navigation technology, a 60GB hard drive, and a choice of up to 30 languages. Rear seat passengers benefit from the introduction of the Bentley Entertainment Tablet – a removable 10.2” Android device with 4G, WiFi and Bluetooth for effortless, high-speed on-board connectivity. Customers can choose between three different sound systems for the Bentayga V8: Bentley Standard Audio, Bentley Signature Audio and Naim for Bentley Premium Audio. The latter is the most powerful system in the segment, with 1,950 watts, a network of 18 speakers and super-tweeters for unrivalled recreation of the highest audio frequencies. View full article Bentley Bentayga Gains V8 Power William Maley posted an article in Bentley Bentley is building out its roster of powertrains for the Bentayga. Already, the SUV is available with the 6.0L W12 and 4.0L turbodiesel V8 (for those outside of the U.S.) Soon, Bentley will be unveiling a plug-in hybrid variant. But before that, Bentley has one more engine to show. Meet the Bentley Bentayga V8. The V8 in question is a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine found under the hoods of the Porsche Cayenne and Panamera Turbos. Power is rated at 542 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic and 4WD. Bentley says the Bentayga V8 hits 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180. That's not too far off from the Bentayga W12 which hits 60 mph in 4 seconds and a top speed of 187 mph. Bentley will be offering the active suspension system complete with a 48-volt electrical system and a set of carbon-ceramic brakes with the largest set of front brakes discs ever fitted to a vehicle - 17 inches. The V8 version looks almost the same as other Bentaygas. But those with keen eyes will notice the figure 8 shape of the exhaust tips, the only clue for telling the difference. Bentley hasn't announced pricing, but the V8 Bentayga will be available at dealers sometime this spring. Source: Bentley Press Release is on Page 2 PERFORMANCE AND PRECISION: THE BENTLEY BENTAYGA V8 Power, luxury, usability and sportiness 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine develops 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft. (770 Nm) of torque 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds); top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) Unmistakable V8 engine burble adds to emotional allure Optional carbon-ceramic brakes – world’s largest front brake system Twin-quad tailpipes, high-gloss carbon-fibre interior panels and wood and hide steering wheel (Crewe, 12 January 2018) Since its introduction, the Bentley Bentayga has defined a new sector and set the luxury SUV benchmark, offering customers the ultimate Grand Touring experience unrestricted by landscape or conditions. The award-winning Bentley model is now available in its most sporting guise to date – the Bentayga V8. At the heart of the latest Bentayga model is a new-generation 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine which combines immense power with impressive fuel efficiency. The addition of a characteristic V8 burble, stylish twin-quad exhaust pipes and optional carbon-ceramic brakes, reveals more of the luxury SUV’s sporting character. Sitting at the core of the Bentayga range, the new V8 model fuses exquisite luxury with power, usability and extensive sporting ability. Its responsive performance is fully customisable on demand by the driver through Bentley’s Drive Dynamics system, from limousine-like refinement to sporting precision. Inside, customers will recognise Bentley’s unique approach to modern luxury tailoring, with the familiar blend of exquisite handcrafted materials and advanced technologies. New styling features include a wood and hide steering wheel and the introduction of a high-gloss carbon-fibre interior panel finish. Immense Performance, Impressive Efficiency At the heart of the new Bentayga V8 sits an all-new 4.0-litre, 32-valve, V8 engine featuring dual twin-scroll turbochargers located inside the ‘V’ of the engine. The dynamic unit develops 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft. (770 Nm) of torque, resulting in a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) and 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds (100 km/h in 4.5 seconds). The class-leading performance of the Bentayga V8 is complemented by a range of 464 miles (746 km), with CO2 emissions of 260 g/km. This refined efficiency (24.8 mpg / 11.4 l/100 km combined) comes, in part, through the ability of the engine to de-activate four of its eight cylinders in suitable conditions, without compromising the drive. The seamless change happens in just 20 milliseconds, making it imperceptible to customers. The addition of Stop-Start technology, which can activate at ‘near-to-stop’ speeds, also contributes to the emissions figure. This unique blend of power and refinement gives the Bentayga V8 a distinct, unrivalled position in the luxury SUV market. Striking, Individual Exterior Design The exterior design of the Bentayga V8 reflects the model’s sporting position within the Bentayga family. The shape is defined by the Bentayga’s unique muscular, sculptural lines, balancing athleticism with an unmistakable presence on the road. From the four round LED headlamps to the large matrix grille, the Bentayga V8 exudes the Bentley design DNA, while the overt powerline, large rear haunches and raised ride height reflect the rugged off-road ability of the luxury SUV. For the first time, optional carbon-ceramic brakes are offered on the Bentayga. The braking system is the largest and most powerful ever fitted to a Bentley, and the largest front brake system available on any production car. The brake discs measure 440 mm in diameter at the front and 370 mm at the rear, and sit inside enormous Bentley-branded calipers, with 10 pistons at the front. Together these provide a maximum braking torque of 6,000 Nm. Also introduced on the Bentayga V8 are sporting red brake calipers for the front and rear standard iron brakes. The calipers are painted in special, high-temperature resistant Tornado red paint, and signal strongly the dynamic intent of this performance-oriented Bentayga V8. In front of these sit a choice of 11 wheel designs, including an all-new 22” five-spoke wheel with black painted and polished finish. A purposeful black and chrome grille at the front is complemented by Bentley ‘twin-quad’ exhaust tailpipes at rear, both of which provide a further subtle reminder of the new engine specification. Sublime, Handcrafted Luxury Interior The Bentayga V8 continues the Bentley tradition of intricate detailing and fine, handcrafted precision using authentic materials. Customers can specify hand cross-stitching, which highlights the interior styling lines of the seats and door panels, and there is the choice of the Bentayga’s four-, five-, or seven-seat configuration, for ultimate versatility. Three innovative new interior options are offered in the Bentayga V8: a high-gloss carbon-fibre finish replacing traditional veneer surfaces; a wood and hide steering wheel; and a new rich red leather, Cricket Ball. For the first time in a Bentley, a high-gloss carbon-fibre finish is offered to customers seeking a contemporary, technical feel. Bentley has traditionally offered a matt carbon-fibre surface to replace the veneer on panels including the fascia, centre console and door waistrails, but this is the first time the finish has been offered with a high gloss, which enhances the technical weave. Another first – the wood and hide trimmed steering wheel – can be specified in the Bentayga V8. Uniquely, the new three-spoke, wood and hide trimmed wheel (available in seven different veneer finishes) uses a solid wood base and thus maintains the integrity and authenticity of interior features offered by Bentley. Cricket Ball leather makes its debut in the Bentayga V8. The evocative new colour is inspired by the traditional and instantly appealing deep chestnut hue of a new cricket ball, and fits perfectly into the inspiring range of 15 interior colours and five colour splits offered by Bentley. Effortless Bentley Performance, Unrestrained by Climate or Terrain The Bentayga V8 is available with Bentley Dynamic Ride – the world’s first electric active roll control technology that utilises a 48V system. This system instantly counteracts lateral rolling forces when cornering and ensures maximum tyre contact to deliver class-leading cabin stability, ride comfort and exceptional handling. Bentley’s adaptive and reactive system provides variable torsional resistance, allowing the Bentayga to be both dynamically capable and comfortable for all occupants at all times. The pioneering use of a 48V system results in silent, instantaneous responses to deal with all road surfaces. The Bentayga V8 offers class-leading ride comfort, steering feel and handling thanks to the partnership of a highly sophisticated chassis and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). In addition to advanced, multi-mode Traction Control (TCS), the Bentayga also features Hill Descent Control. Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) is also featured on the Bentayga. The new system improves feedback to the driver, while providing isolation from steering kick-back both on- and off-road. EPAS also features a variable rack ratio, permitting light and fast steering while manoeuvring at low speeds, as well as a more subdued response for excellent stability at high speeds. The Bentayga offers the widest range of on- and off-road drive settings of any vehicle via Bentley’s Drive Dynamics Mode and optional All-Terrain Specification. Up to eight modes (four on- and four off-road) are available, allowing drivers, at the simple turn of a dial, to select the perfect dynamic set-up for any surface or road condition. All-Terrain Specification allows the customer to select the appropriate vehicle settings for a wide range of off-road surfaces, including Snow & Grass, Dirt & Gravel, Mud & Trail and Sand Dunes. Meanwhile, the Driver Information Panel displays information on pitch, roll, wheel articulation, steering angle, compass bearing and altitude. The Bentayga V8 comes with multi-mode air suspension. The driver has four different modes to choose from: High 2, High 1, Normal and Low. High 2, for example, can be manually selected when tackling more severe off-road surfaces. Customers can also lower the rear suspension via a switch in the boot, to ease loading and trailer hitching. Hill Descent Control automatically regulates the vehicle’s speed on steep declines, allowing the driver to concentrate fully on steering and obstacles ahead. It can be pre-set at speeds between two and 30 km/h (going in either direction) and works on gradients greater than five per cent. Innovative Features and Advanced Technologies A suite of state-of-the-art driver assistance systems and infotainment features designed to enhance safety, comfort and convenience make the Bentayga V8 an innovative, advanced and connected luxury SUV. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) including Stop & Go, Predictive ACC and Traffic Assist enables the driver to maintain a set distance to the vehicle in front. Predictive ACC uses the navigation data, sensors and cameras to predict upcoming corners, city boundaries and speed-limit changes and can then modify the vehicle speed accordingly, improving both comfort and fuel economy. In urban environments, there are a number of driver aids available on the Bentayga V8. These systems – such as Traffic Sign Recognition, which detects a wide variety of traffic signs and displays information to the driver; Rear Crossing Traffic Warning, which uses radar technology to detect crossing traffic when reversing out of a parking space; and Top View, a system which uses four cameras to display an overall picture of the vehicle’s surroundings – combine to enhance everyday usability. Park Assist is also available – a system that detects suitable parking spaces (both parallel and perpendicular) before autonomous steering takes over to support parking manoeuvres. Other innovative systems available include Night Vision, which uses infra-red technology to identify potential obstacles ahead, and a Head-Up Display, which reduces driver distraction and increases safety. The Bentayga’s 8” touch screen infotainment system boasts class-leading navigation technology, a 60GB hard drive, and a choice of up to 30 languages. Rear seat passengers benefit from the introduction of the Bentley Entertainment Tablet – a removable 10.2” Android device with 4G, WiFi and Bluetooth for effortless, high-speed on-board connectivity. Customers can choose between three different sound systems for the Bentayga V8: Bentley Standard Audio, Bentley Signature Audio and Naim for Bentley Premium Audio. The latter is the most powerful system in the segment, with 1,950 watts, a network of 18 speakers and super-tweeters for unrivalled recreation of the highest audio frequencies. S550 Mustang: Global, With a Catch El Kabong posted a topic in Industry News Much has been written about the current Mustang (not least by Ford itself) concerning its conception as a "global car." In particular, much emphasis has been placed on the S550's ability to be sold in RHD markets. However, there has been a bit of ambiguity about the car's power output, particularly in V8 form. Top Gear's review of the 5.0 placed output at 412hp, without explanation. Now, we know why. R&T is reporting that some folks have discovered the exhaust on RHD cars is severely compromised in order to clear the RHD steering hardware: "Our friends in England and other right-hand drive nations make a very particular sacrifice: thanks to different steering packaging requiring different, more restrictive exhaust headers, leading to a loss of 25 horses from the 435-horsepower 5.0-liter V8." This compromise probably goes a long way to explaining why there is currently no RHD Shelby GT350, and also raises questions about Ford's seriousness about the project in the first place. Read more at the link: http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/videos/a31086/here-are-all-the-differences-between-the-us-and-european-mustang/ Florida Company building new 1966 Ford 2+2 mustangs with GM V8s. dfelt posted a topic in Ford This company in Florida is building FORD approved Replicas of their 1966 Mustang and are using GM V8 engines. :S WOW, they do offer a smaller FORD engine option, but the default motor is a GM V8. http://www.seattleti...-2016-upgrades/ So this begs the question to be asked, Why a GM V8 over Ford's own V8 options. What do you guys think? Holden Has A V8 Sports Car Coming William Maley posted a topic in Holden/Opel/Vauxhall As the Holden Commodore and its variants ready for their final curtain call, there is the question of what would stand as the brand's hero car. Various GM executives have said the Australian brand would retain a V8 powered vehicle, most likely a sports car. The folks at CarAdvice were able to gleam a tiny bit of information about this new V8 vehicle. When asked if the sports car would compete with the Ford Mustang, Holden's executive director of sales, Peter Keley said it wouldn't. “No [when asked if the V8 sports car will be a Mustang competitor]. We’re not going to say anything specific about the vehicle. We are going to launch a V8 sports car and it will blow your socks off. We can’t talk specifics,” said Keley. 'Blow your socks off". Big words for a vehicle that not much is known about. But Keley's answer has given us one big clue, it will not be a rebadged Camaro or be around the same size. There is talk about the Camaro coming to Australia if there is enough demand for it. We're going to put on our speculation hats for a moment and figure out what Holden has in store. Our guess is that Holden could do a successor to the Monaro coupe. Using the Alpha platform, the model would be slightly longer than the Camaro to have it stand-out from the Mustang. We would expect the 6.2L V8 from the Camaro with 455 horsepower and the choice of either a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic. We wouldn't be surprised if this coupe arrives in 2018 or sometime after. Source: CarAdvice View full article William Maley posted an article in Holden As the Holden Commodore and its variants ready for their final curtain call, there is the question of what would stand as the brand's hero car. Various GM executives have said the Australian brand would retain a V8 powered vehicle, most likely a sports car. The folks at CarAdvice were able to gleam a tiny bit of information about this new V8 vehicle. When asked if the sports car would compete with the Ford Mustang, Holden's executive director of sales, Peter Keley said it wouldn't. “No [when asked if the V8 sports car will be a Mustang competitor]. We’re not going to say anything specific about the vehicle. We are going to launch a V8 sports car and it will blow your socks off. We can’t talk specifics,” said Keley. 'Blow your socks off". Big words for a vehicle that not much is known about. But Keley's answer has given us one big clue, it will not be a rebadged Camaro or be around the same size. There is talk about the Camaro coming to Australia if there is enough demand for it. We're going to put on our speculation hats for a moment and figure out what Holden has in store. Our guess is that Holden could do a successor to the Monaro coupe. Using the Alpha platform, the model would be slightly longer than the Camaro to have it stand-out from the Mustang. We would expect the 6.2L V8 from the Camaro with 455 horsepower and the choice of either a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic. We wouldn't be surprised if this coupe arrives in 2018 or sometime after. Source: CarAdvice Audi News: Rumorpile: Audi's Latest V8 Could Be Its Last William Maley posted a topic in Volkswagen Automotive Group Audi is in the process introducing the next-generation V8 that will be used in their models, along with Bentley and Porsche. We've already gotten a glimpse of the diesel version that powers the SQ7 and before too long, we might see the gas version. But Autocar reports that this V8 could be Audi's last. A source tells the British publication that the German automaker is moving a fair amount of their investments over to electric and hybrid vehicle development. This change would likely mean there isn't enough money to develop another V8 engine in the future. “By 2025, the plan of Audi management is to have between 25% and 35% of Audi’s output as battery-electric vehicles," said the source. “It would be very difficult to justify the huge investment in another new V8 because of the cost of developing electric drivetrains and battery packs. You have to ask what is the best use of investment money.” Source: Autocar View full article Next-Generation V8 Rumorpile: Audi's Latest V8 Could Be Its Last William Maley posted an article in Audi Audi is in the process introducing the next-generation V8 that will be used in their models, along with Bentley and Porsche. We've already gotten a glimpse of the diesel version that powers the SQ7 and before too long, we might see the gas version. But Autocar reports that this V8 could be Audi's last. A source tells the British publication that the German automaker is moving a fair amount of their investments over to electric and hybrid vehicle development. This change would likely mean there isn't enough money to develop another V8 engine in the future. “By 2025, the plan of Audi management is to have between 25% and 35% of Audi’s output as battery-electric vehicles," said the source. “It would be very difficult to justify the huge investment in another new V8 because of the cost of developing electric drivetrains and battery packs. You have to ask what is the best use of investment money.” Source: Autocar Listen to the new Lexus LC 500 Suaviloquent posted a topic in Toyota Motor Corporation What do you think of the way this V8 sounds. Overall, I think the video is a bit weird...but I like the sound of the engine, and overall, this Lexus LC500 definitely had a luxurious interior, and the best iteration of their spindle grille. 2016 Chicago Auto Show: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE Now Available With Either V6 or V8 Power: Comments William Maley posted a topic in Chicago Auto Show (CAS) Just when you thought it was safe to go back onto the racetrack, Chevrolet has announced the return of the 1LE package for the Camaro. Debuting tomorrow at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2017 Camaro 1LE will be available for the V8 and for the first time, the V6. Let us break down what you get with either engine. LT 1LE The V6 1LE - available on the LT - gets some equipment from the SS 1LE. This includes a new fuel system and the FE3 suspension package with stabilizer bars. Other items for LT 1LE include a mechanical limited slip differential, upgraded cooling system four-piston Brembo brakes for the front, 20-inch lightweight aluminum wheels, and set of Goodyear Eagle F1 tires. A black satin hood and suede interior accents dress up the 1LE. Optional will be a set of Recaro seats and Performance Data Recorder. SS 1LE The SS 1LE comes with the new FE4 suspension package with magnetic ride control, electronic limited slip differential, six-piston Brembo brakes on all four corners, 20-inch wheels, and a Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires specifically developed for this vehicle. Upgraded cooling systems for the V8 engine, transmission, and differential come standard. A set of Recaro bucket seats and a head-up display finish the interior. “The Camaro 1LE packages follow a recipe any track-day enthusiast will appreciate. Start with a lightweight, stiff structure and then add higher levels of suspension stiffness and damping, more aggressive tires, higher downforce, more powerful brakes and more cooling," said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer. “The result delivers better performance in all measures. In our development tests, the V-6 Camaro 1LE delivers lap times comparable with the previous-gen V-8 model. The 2016 Camaro SS 1LE sets the new benchmark for the segment, lapping the Big Willow track at Willow Springs three seconds faster than the standard Camaro SS.” Chevrolet says the 1LE package will be available late this year. Pricing will be announced a later time. Source: Chevrolet You can follow our coverage of 2016 Chicago Auto Show News here. Press Release is on Page 2 New 1LE Packages Elevates Camaro Track Capabilities Track package returns with more technology for V8 models, first time offered on V6 CHICAGO – The Chevrolet Camaro 1LE performance package returns for 2017, poised to set new benchmarks for attainable track performance. The package builds off the success of the previous-generation 1LE, offering increased handling and track performance. In response to customer demand, Chevrolet will offer two distinct 1LE packages, for both V6 and V8 models, each visually distinguished with a satin black hood, specific wheels and more. For the first time, the 1LE package will be available on Camaro 1LT or 2LT coupes equipped with the 3.6L V6. Featuring more aggressive suspension tuning, standard Brembo brakes and Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, the LT 1LE delivers an estimated 0.97G in cornering grip. Available Recaro seats will keep you planted through the corners, and an available Performance Data Recorder will allow you to view and share your track experience. The new 1LE package for Camaro 1SS models includes magnetic ride control, with a new FE4 suspension tuning and a new, segment-exclusive electronic limited slip differential (eLSD). Paired with massive Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, lateral acceleration will exceed 1G. Additional features available on the 1LE package include standard Recaro seats and a Performance Data Recorder (PDR), new to the Camaro lineup. As a result, the 1LE package elevates the award-winning performance that earned Camaro the 2016 Motor Trend Car of the Year and Car and Driver 10Best awards. “The Camaro 1LE packages follow a recipe any track-day enthusiast will appreciate,” said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer. “Start with a lightweight, stiff structure and then add higher levels of suspension stiffness and damping, more aggressive tires, higher downforce, more powerful brakes and more cooling. “The result delivers better performance in all measures,” said Oppenheiser. “In our development tests, the V-6 Camaro 1LE delivers lap times comparable with the previous-gen V-8 model. The 2016 Camaro SS 1LE sets the new benchmark for the segment, lapping the Big Willow track at Willow Springs three seconds faster than the standard Camaro SS.” The new 1LE packages are available in late 2016, on 2017 Camaro SS and LT V-6 coupes equipped with manual transmissions. Pricing and performance data will be announced at a later date. Camaro LT 1LE The Camaro LT 1LE was developed to be the most track-capable sports coupe in its price class. Highlights include: 3.6L V-6 rated at 335 horsepower and matched with the six-speed manual transmission FE3 suspension components (from the Camaro SS), including dampers, rear cradle mounts, ball-jointed rear toe links and stabilizer bars Lightweight 20-inch forged aluminum wheels with Goodyear Eagle F1 245/40R20 front tires and 275/35R20 rear tires Brembo 4-piston front brake calipers Mechanical Limited-slip differential with 3.27 ratio Standard track-cooling package, with engine oil, differential and transmission coolers Suede steering wheel and shorter-throw shifter Standard dual mode exhaust system Camaro SS fuel system for higher-load cornering capability Satin black hood, front splitter and unique three-piece rear spoiler Unique high flow upper and lower grille with satin black accents Available Recaro seats and PDR video/data recording system. “With a curb weight under 3,500 pounds, excellent front-to-rear weight balance and the precision of the FE3 suspension, the Camaro LT 1LE offers unmatched capability in its class,” said Oppenheiser. “As a result, it offers incredible performance for Camaro V-6 customers.” Camaro SS 1LE The 2017 Camaro SS 1LE introduces the new FE4 suspension to the Gen Six Camaro – a performance-oriented chassis system with specific tuning for the Magnetic Ride dampers, springs and stabilizer bars. Additional highlights include: 6.2L LT1 V-8 rated at 455 horsepower, and six-speed manual transmission (automatic transmission not available) Magnetic Ride Control Segment-exclusive electronic limited-slip differential with 3.73 ratio Unique forged aluminum wheels with 285/30ZR20 front tires and 305/30ZR20 rear tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires with a compound and construction developed exclusively for the Camaro – offering exceptional grip on the track Brembo brakes with new six-piston monobloc front red calipers – featuring the 1LE logo – and two-piece rotors. Measuring 14.6 inches (370mm) in diameter, the front rotors are 7 percent larger than Camaro SS Track-cooling package, with engine oil, differential and transmission coolers Suede steering wheel with shorter-throw shifter Dual mode exhaust system Recaro front seats with aggressive bolsters optimized for shifting and steering comfort Satin black hood, front mirrors and unique three-piece rear spoiler Satin Graphite front splitter and rear diffuser Available PDR video/data recording system View full article 1LE 2016 Chicago Auto Show: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE Now Available With Either V6 or V8 Power William Maley posted an article in Chicago Auto Show Just when you thought it was safe to go back onto the racetrack, Chevrolet has announced the return of the 1LE package for the Camaro. Debuting tomorrow at the Chicago Auto Show, the 2017 Camaro 1LE will be available for the V8 and for the first time, the V6. Let us break down what you get with either engine. LT 1LE The V6 1LE - available on the LT - gets some equipment from the SS 1LE. This includes a new fuel system and the FE3 suspension package with stabilizer bars. Other items for LT 1LE include a mechanical limited slip differential, upgraded cooling system four-piston Brembo brakes for the front, 20-inch lightweight aluminum wheels, and set of Goodyear Eagle F1 tires. A black satin hood and suede interior accents dress up the 1LE. Optional will be a set of Recaro seats and Performance Data Recorder. SS 1LE The SS 1LE comes with the new FE4 suspension package with magnetic ride control, electronic limited slip differential, six-piston Brembo brakes on all four corners, 20-inch wheels, and a Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires specifically developed for this vehicle. Upgraded cooling systems for the V8 engine, transmission, and differential come standard. A set of Recaro bucket seats and a head-up display finish the interior. “The Camaro 1LE packages follow a recipe any track-day enthusiast will appreciate. Start with a lightweight, stiff structure and then add higher levels of suspension stiffness and damping, more aggressive tires, higher downforce, more powerful brakes and more cooling," said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer. “The result delivers better performance in all measures. In our development tests, the V-6 Camaro 1LE delivers lap times comparable with the previous-gen V-8 model. The 2016 Camaro SS 1LE sets the new benchmark for the segment, lapping the Big Willow track at Willow Springs three seconds faster than the standard Camaro SS.” Chevrolet says the 1LE package will be available late this year. Pricing will be announced a later time. Source: Chevrolet You can follow our coverage of 2016 Chicago Auto Show News here. Press Release is on Page 2 New 1LE Packages Elevates Camaro Track Capabilities Track package returns with more technology for V8 models, first time offered on V6 CHICAGO – The Chevrolet Camaro 1LE performance package returns for 2017, poised to set new benchmarks for attainable track performance. The package builds off the success of the previous-generation 1LE, offering increased handling and track performance. In response to customer demand, Chevrolet will offer two distinct 1LE packages, for both V6 and V8 models, each visually distinguished with a satin black hood, specific wheels and more. For the first time, the 1LE package will be available on Camaro 1LT or 2LT coupes equipped with the 3.6L V6. Featuring more aggressive suspension tuning, standard Brembo brakes and Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, the LT 1LE delivers an estimated 0.97G in cornering grip. Available Recaro seats will keep you planted through the corners, and an available Performance Data Recorder will allow you to view and share your track experience. The new 1LE package for Camaro 1SS models includes magnetic ride control, with a new FE4 suspension tuning and a new, segment-exclusive electronic limited slip differential (eLSD). Paired with massive Goodyear Eagle F1 tires, lateral acceleration will exceed 1G. Additional features available on the 1LE package include standard Recaro seats and a Performance Data Recorder (PDR), new to the Camaro lineup. As a result, the 1LE package elevates the award-winning performance that earned Camaro the 2016 Motor Trend Car of the Year and Car and Driver 10Best awards. “The Camaro 1LE packages follow a recipe any track-day enthusiast will appreciate,” said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer. “Start with a lightweight, stiff structure and then add higher levels of suspension stiffness and damping, more aggressive tires, higher downforce, more powerful brakes and more cooling. “The result delivers better performance in all measures,” said Oppenheiser. “In our development tests, the V-6 Camaro 1LE delivers lap times comparable with the previous-gen V-8 model. The 2016 Camaro SS 1LE sets the new benchmark for the segment, lapping the Big Willow track at Willow Springs three seconds faster than the standard Camaro SS.” The new 1LE packages are available in late 2016, on 2017 Camaro SS and LT V-6 coupes equipped with manual transmissions. Pricing and performance data will be announced at a later date. Camaro LT 1LE The Camaro LT 1LE was developed to be the most track-capable sports coupe in its price class. Highlights include: 3.6L V-6 rated at 335 horsepower and matched with the six-speed manual transmission FE3 suspension components (from the Camaro SS), including dampers, rear cradle mounts, ball-jointed rear toe links and stabilizer bars Lightweight 20-inch forged aluminum wheels with Goodyear Eagle F1 245/40R20 front tires and 275/35R20 rear tires Brembo 4-piston front brake calipers Mechanical Limited-slip differential with 3.27 ratio Standard track-cooling package, with engine oil, differential and transmission coolers Suede steering wheel and shorter-throw shifter Standard dual mode exhaust system Camaro SS fuel system for higher-load cornering capability Satin black hood, front splitter and unique three-piece rear spoiler Unique high flow upper and lower grille with satin black accents Available Recaro seats and PDR video/data recording system. “With a curb weight under 3,500 pounds, excellent front-to-rear weight balance and the precision of the FE3 suspension, the Camaro LT 1LE offers unmatched capability in its class,” said Oppenheiser. “As a result, it offers incredible performance for Camaro V-6 customers.” Camaro SS 1LE The 2017 Camaro SS 1LE introduces the new FE4 suspension to the Gen Six Camaro – a performance-oriented chassis system with specific tuning for the Magnetic Ride dampers, springs and stabilizer bars. Additional highlights include: 6.2L LT1 V-8 rated at 455 horsepower, and six-speed manual transmission (automatic transmission not available) Magnetic Ride Control Segment-exclusive electronic limited-slip differential with 3.73 ratio Unique forged aluminum wheels with 285/30ZR20 front tires and 305/30ZR20 rear tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires with a compound and construction developed exclusively for the Camaro – offering exceptional grip on the track Brembo brakes with new six-piston monobloc front red calipers – featuring the 1LE logo – and two-piece rotors. Measuring 14.6 inches (370mm) in diameter, the front rotors are 7 percent larger than Camaro SS Track-cooling package, with engine oil, differential and transmission coolers Suede steering wheel with shorter-throw shifter Dual mode exhaust system Recaro front seats with aggressive bolsters optimized for shifting and steering comfort Satin black hood, front mirrors and unique three-piece rear spoiler Satin Graphite front splitter and rear diffuser Available PDR video/data recording system Cadillac CEO Talks About V8 For CT6, Still Committed to Diesel William Maley posted an article in Cadillac It has been awhile since we have heard anything on Cadillac's powertrain plans. But CEO Johan de Nysschen was in a talkative mood about it and Car and Driver was there to catch it. First is a V8 coming the CT6. The V8 will be a 4.2L and feature twin-turbos. This engine isn't based on GM's small-block architecture. The 4.2L displacement is interesting as competitors - mostly Germans - only go up to 4.0L to avoid Chinese taxes on high-displacement engines. Cadillac doesn't expect to sell many CT6s equipped with V8 in China, focusing more on the Plug-In Hybrid version for the market. Power is expected to be “in the upper 400s,” de Nysschen said. Car and Driver speculates this engine will only be available on the Platinum trim. de Nysschen also talked about the luxury brand's plan for diesel engines. We reported last May that Cadillac was working on a new four and six-cylinder diesel engines that were being built with Europe in mind, but there was a chance of them being offered in the U.S. A few months later, the Volkswagen diesel emission crisis broke out. “We pulled that trigger before the current dilemma,” said de Nysschen about the future of Cadillac's diesel plans. “If you have gone that far in a program, you might as well carry it through.” de Nysschen's comments echo commitments made by other automakers. Audi and BMW have said they will stick with diesel, and Land Rover has just introduced a diesel option for the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. Source: Car and Driver, 2 Still Committed Johan de Nysschen Cadillac News: Cadillac CEO Talks About V8 For CT6, Still Committed to Diesel William Maley posted a topic in Cadillac It has been awhile since we have heard anything on Cadillac's powertrain plans. But CEO Johan de Nysschen was in a talkative mood about it and Car and Driver was there to catch it. First is a V8 coming the CT6. The V8 will be a 4.2L and feature twin-turbos. This engine isn't based on GM's small-block architecture. The 4.2L displacement is interesting as competitors - mostly Germans - only go up to 4.0L to avoid Chinese taxes on high-displacement engines. Cadillac doesn't expect to sell many CT6s equipped with V8 in China, focusing more on the Plug-In Hybrid version for the market. Power is expected to be “in the upper 400s,” de Nysschen said. Car and Driver speculates this engine will only be available on the Platinum trim. de Nysschen also talked about the luxury brand's plan for diesel engines. We reported last May that Cadillac was working on a new four and six-cylinder diesel engines that were being built with Europe in mind, but there was a chance of them being offered in the U.S. A few months later, the Volkswagen diesel emission crisis broke out. “We pulled that trigger before the current dilemma,” said de Nysschen about the future of Cadillac's diesel plans. “If you have gone that far in a program, you might as well carry it through.” de Nysschen's comments echo commitments made by other automakers. Audi and BMW have said they will stick with diesel, and Land Rover has just introduced a diesel option for the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. Source: Car and Driver, 2 View full article Cadillac News: Cadillac's President Reminds Us A New Cadillac V8 Is Coming Drew Dowdell posted a topic in Cadillac Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen is known for slipping out little bits of information. Case in point was earlier today when an analyst in a Facebook group said Cadillac would axing the V8 from most of their models aside from Cadillac CTS-V and Escalade. Johan joined the discussion and went on to correct this by stating that there will be a new V8 engine that will be purpose built for Cadillac. In Johan's words, "There absolutely will be another state -of - the -art mega powerful highly efficient new 8- cylinder from Cadillac, besides the CTS- V engine. Purpose designed for Cadillac....the V8 Cadillac is alive and well today, and will be in even better shape tomorrow." Now, news of a forthcoming Cadillac V8 isn't breaking news. Johan has previously hinted at a twin-turbo V8 coming for the Cadillac CT6, but it was interesting to see Cadillac's President join in a Facebook discussion and give us more description of the engine. I contacted a Cadillac spokesman about the exchange and he pointed out such an engine will appear in "later in the second half of this decade". So look for Cadillac CT6 to gain a V8 in the 2017-2018 time frame. Source: Facebook View full article Twin-Turbo Cadillac's President Reminds Us A New Cadillac V8 Is Coming Drew Dowdell posted an article in Cadillac Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen is known for slipping out little bits of information. Case in point was earlier today when an analyst in a Facebook group said Cadillac would axing the V8 from most of their models aside from Cadillac CTS-V and Escalade. Johan joined the discussion and went on to correct this by stating that there will be a new V8 engine that will be purpose built for Cadillac. In Johan's words, "There absolutely will be another state -of - the -art mega powerful highly efficient new 8- cylinder from Cadillac, besides the CTS- V engine. Purpose designed for Cadillac....the V8 Cadillac is alive and well today, and will be in even better shape tomorrow." Now, news of a forthcoming Cadillac V8 isn't breaking news. Johan has previously hinted at a twin-turbo V8 coming for the Cadillac CT6, but it was interesting to see Cadillac's President join in a Facebook discussion and give us more description of the engine. I contacted a Cadillac spokesman about the exchange and he pointed out such an engine will appear in "later in the second half of this decade". So look for Cadillac CT6 to gain a V8 in the 2017-2018 time frame. Source: Facebook Could a Corvette V8 Family of engines be used to replace all engines world wide by offering a V8, V6, V4 and V2 versions? dfelt posted a topic in The Lounge So with all the discussions that we have had about various engines and how the auto companies are pushing to standardize engine families across the world to address the tax's imposed on size, this made me wonder about why GM has never built a complete family of V engines based on the tough durable Corvette Push Rod V8. I admit I do not have the engineering chops to dig into the fine details and invite those here that do to share with us what they think the HP, Torque and Efficiency would be like on a family of Push rod V engines. This would include my desire to know if a V2 could work as a efficient engine for the Subcompact market? My thoughts Base line Corvette DI V8 Push rod Engine with VVT as the Foundation. Engine variations: DI V6 standard DI V6 Turbo DI V6 Twin Turbo DI V4 standard DI V4 Turbo DI V4 Twin Turbo DI V2 standard DI V2 Turbo DI V2 Twin Turbo Thoughts on this engine family? I figure the use of 6, 8 and 10 speed Transmissions as you have to address the marketing needs even if the difference is very small between the gains of an 8 versus 10 speed transmission. So what would the HP and Torque figures be like? Corvette engine Rumorpile: Dodge Challenger With The Hellcat V8 To Debut At Detroit William Maley posted an article in Dodge The past year saw us report on a new high-performance engine from Chrysler with the codename of Hellcat. This engine is a supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 producing 600+ horsepower and is reportedly going into the Challenger sometime this year. Well a new rumor has the Hellcat appearing at next week's Detroit Auto Show. Allpar has learned from a few sources that the Hellcat V8 will be shown in a Challenger at the Detroit Auto Show, putting it right in line with previous rumors. The engine will be available with the choice of six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. Pricing is expected to be somewhere around the $70,000 to $80,000 range. Source: Allpar William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at william.maley@cheersandgears.com or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. Dodge News: Rumorpile: Dodge Challenger With The Hellcat V8 To Debut At Detroit William Maley posted a topic in Dodge The past year saw us report on a new high-performance engine from Chrysler with the codename of Hellcat. This engine is a supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 producing 600+ horsepower and is reportedly going into the Challenger sometime this year. Well a new rumor has the Hellcat appearing at next week's Detroit Auto Show. Allpar has learned from a few sources that the Hellcat V8 will be shown in a Challenger at the Detroit Auto Show, putting it right in line with previous rumors. The engine will be available with the choice of six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. Pricing is expected to be somewhere around the $70,000 to $80,000 range. Source: Allpar William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at william.maley@cheersandgears.com or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. View full article Chevrolet News:Spying: 2015 Corvette Z06 Goes Out For A Drive William Maley posted a topic in Chevrolet William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com December 9, 2013 Just a couple days after Chevrolet announced that 2015 Corvette Z06 will debut at the Detroit Auto Show, the fine folks at Automobile Magazine got their hands on some new spy shots of a Z06 mule undergoing some testing. Now the pictures reveal some information that we have known about since Chevrolet showed off a teaser shot such as the enlarged brakes, the unique black multispoke wheels, and air vents on the fenders to keep the brakes cool. One item that is very notable is a raised hood, possibly bulge or scoop. A source tells Automobile that the Z06 could be packing a supercharged version of the Stingray's 6.2L V8, hence the raised hood. Called LT4, this new engine could pack between 600 to 650 horsepower. Now there are two other engines in the running as well. Previous rumors have said the Z06 will use an updated version of the 7.0L V8 or a turbocharged V8 of some kind. The front end features some changes as well, mostly for improved cooling and aero. Source: Automobile Magazine William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at william.maley@cheersandgears.com or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. View full article Spying: 2015 Corvette Z06 Goes Out For A Drive William Maley posted an article in Chevrolet William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com December 9, 2013 Just a couple days after Chevrolet announced that 2015 Corvette Z06 will debut at the Detroit Auto Show, the fine folks at Automobile Magazine got their hands on some new spy shots of a Z06 mule undergoing some testing. Now the pictures reveal some information that we have known about since Chevrolet showed off a teaser shot such as the enlarged brakes, the unique black multispoke wheels, and air vents on the fenders to keep the brakes cool. One item that is very notable is a raised hood, possibly bulge or scoop. A source tells Automobile that the Z06 could be packing a supercharged version of the Stingray's 6.2L V8, hence the raised hood. Called LT4, this new engine could pack between 600 to 650 horsepower. Now there are two other engines in the running as well. Previous rumors have said the Z06 will use an updated version of the 7.0L V8 or a turbocharged V8 of some kind. The front end features some changes as well, mostly for improved cooling and aero. Source: Automobile Magazine William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at william.maley@cheersandgears.com or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. Lucra Cars the next industry Amercian Muscle Car Builder dfelt posted a topic in Industry News So came across this story on Lucra Cars who has built multiple cars for the Fast and Furious movies. He became noticed with the LC470 and now has the L148 that is to go into production in 2014 as a $300K 700HP LS V8 American Muscle car with European driving capabilities. Complete story is found here: http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/inside-one-man-quest-build-america-next-great-182846840.html;_ylt=AgU3y1bhJt1d8RdRsKBIa2omhvZ_;_ylc=X3oDMThzb3I0aW05BF9TAzIxNDY4NjI2MzAEYWN0A3RpdGxlBGN0A3N0YW5kYXJkBGVkAzEEaW50bAN1cwRpdGMDMARscG9zAzIEbWNvZGUDQWdCU2xPUVFFR2UyRUJCL05DQUFRTG9RQUVzdklBQmtlaEFRT1NRZ0FBdTVFQkJSVXc9PQRtaWQDdGQEbXBvcwMxBHBrZwNpZC0zNDM1Mzk0BHBrZ3QDMQRwb3MDNARzZWMDdGQtZmVhBHNsawNUaGlzIGNvdWxkIGJlIEFtZXJpY2EmIzM5O3MgbmV4dCBncmVhdCBzdXBlcmNhcgR0YXIDaHR0cDovL2F1dG9zLnlhaG9vLmNvbQR0ZXN0AwR2ZXJzaW9uA2xlZ28Ed29lAzEyNzk3MDk5;_ylg=X3oDMTE5bXFkMXMyBGludGwDdXMEbGFuZwNlbi11cwRwc3RhaWQDBHBzdGNhdAMEcHQDcG1o The complete Gallery is found here: http://autos.yahoo.com/photos/lucra-l148-supercar-slideshow/lucra-l148-photo-1385403862034.html What are your thoughts on this persons design style? Can he succeed and grow? 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__label__wiki	0.850208	0.850208	This is a test. This is a test. This is a test. Donate Prioritize Violent Crime Test Every Rape Kit Expand Mental Health Stand up to Trump on immigration Eliminate Money Bail Prevent Wrongful Convictions Reduce Gun Violence End Racial Disparities Prosecute Corruption Protect Tenants Reform Probation & Parole Reduce Car Break-ins Transform Juvenile Justice Expand Language Access End Mass Incarceration Election Day Volunteering! Meet Chesa Boudin Chesa Boudin's parents were incarcerated when he was just fourteen months old for driving the getaway car in a robbery that tragically took the lives of three men. Chesa's father is still in prison. Chesa knows first-hand the destructive impacts of mass incarceration – he had to go through a metal detector and steel gates just to give his parents a hug. Though he was not physically injured that tragic day, he was one of the dozens of people whose lives were devastated. But restorative justice saved him – and did more to rehabilitate his parents than any number of years in prison ever could. This experience caused Chesa to dedicate his career to making our country safer by reforming our criminal justice system. Beginning in high school, he spoke out on behalf of children of incarcerated parents. Through his education at Yale, as a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and Yale Law School, Chesa continued to be an advocate for reform. After law school, he worked for two federal judges handling criminal trials and appeals, authorizing search warrants, and learning the highest standards for ethics and integrity in the application of the law. As a San Francisco Deputy Public Defender, Chesa has handled more than 300 felony cases including attempted murder, shootings, stabbings, drug sales, kidnapping, and auto burglary. He has a direct understanding of what it takes to reduce our staggering recidivism rates and redirect those arrested towards school and employment. Chesa has also been a leader in San Francisco and across the country for fundamental criminal justice reform. He has worked directly with victims of crime and families of prisoners to make the system serve them better. Chesa has led efforts in San Francisco and California to reform our unfair bail system, protect immigrants from deportation, and to establish a pretrial release program in order to increase equity by allowing defendants to keep their jobs and housing while navigating the system. As our next District Attorney, Chesa's first priority will be to improve public safety by fundamentally reforming our broken criminal justice system that is devastatingly expensive, inefficient, unjust and inhumane. It's broken because more than 2/3 of people who are arrested and prosecuted come back into the system within a few years. Paid for by Chesa Boudin for District Attorney 2019. Financial disclosures available at SFETHICS.ORG	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28892
__label__wiki	0.788195	0.788195	Child care Canada CHILDCARE RESOURCE AND RESEARCH UNIT Research, policy & practice Child care in the news CRRU resources ISSUE files child care canada now blog Why good child care? Voices for child care CRRU publications ECEC in Canada Occasional paper series CRRU project websites » What are online documents? » Research, policy & practice » Child care in the news Whatchdog group wants audit of taxpayer-funded ads Nuttall, Jeremy An independent government watchdog group has called on Canada's auditor general to review taxpayer-funded spending on government advertising. Democracy Watch has also launched a letter-writing campaign through its website, demanding the office look at what it describes as "questionable" ad initiatives in the past. The group's co-founder, Duff Conacher, said the federal government is spending public money on ads that mislead or advertise for initiatives that don't exist. Government ads can be seen on TV, radio, billboards and the Internet and are paid for by taxpayers' dollars. There's currently no oversight to make sure money isn't spent on partisan ads, though in the past, citizens have complained to Advertising Standards Canada about government ads they felt were misleading. For example, the government's current ad blitz will cost $13.5 million for April and May, according to a Canadian Press story on Monday. Those ads highlight measures in the federal budget, which was introduced last week, but hasn't been passed by Parliament. "The ads are being done, the measures have not been passed, they don't exist. Therefore it's false advertising," Conacher said. "They may never be implemented if the budget bill does not pass before the fall election." Conacher wants the auditor general to do a quick audit of the current government ad campaign, which promotes its budget plans, such as tax programs for families. Democracy Watch also wants an audit of another government ad campaign from last fall that advertised tax relief measures. After that, he said, he's calling for a comprehensive audit of all advertising going back to 2006. Political not informative He said previous ads campaigns, such as one claiming the government treats military veterans well, and another that caused a scandal in 2013 advertising a training grant program that didn't exist, were political in nature. They did not help to inform Canadians about services available to them. Democracy Watch is also calling for Prime Minister Stephen Harper to stop the ads now and for government to install a mechanism allowing the auditor general to stop future "dishonest, partisan, wasteful" ads. "It's extremely important in terms of electoral fairness because it's only the ruling party that can use the public's tax money for advertising," he said. "So it gives them an advantage over opposition parties." - reprinted from The Tyee Entered Date: What are online documents? CRRU's online documents database contains thousands of resources relevant to ECEC policy and practice in Canada and internationally. CRRU's website allows the user to quickly search or browse the database of documents. Research, policy & practice materials include: scholarly research, policy studies and briefs, government and NGO reports. Child care in the news is an archive of news articles about ECEC in Canada and abroad. Links to the full-text of materials are provided where publicly available; where access is restricted links are provided to abstracts, as well as purchase and subscription options. The online document database is continually growing. New materials are added to the database each week and featured on the homepage as what's new online this week and child care in the news. Search the reference collection Voices for childcare CRRU projects Anti-privatization About CRRU Subscribe to CRRU enews Copyright © 1997-2019 Childcare Resource and Research Unit. [design by Billie Carroll]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28893
__label__cc	0.673581	0.326419	Chillicothe (Mo.) HS Track-and-Field Teams Win Three Events Again at Richmond Apr 10, 2019 at 12:01 AM Apr 10, 2019 at 11:40 PM Jordan Hibner, Isaak Rasche each claimed 400 meters and Hornets won 1,600 relay as CHS boys took second place, girls fifth Tuesday (April 9, 2019) RICHMOND, Mo. — Winning three events, just as they did in the Chillicothe Joe Shy Relays last Friday, the Chillicothe (Mo.) HS track-and-field teams placed second among 13 boys’ squads and fifth among 14 girls’ teams represented in the Hoot Middleton Invitational meet at Richmond Tuesday (April 9, 2019). Paced by their two wins – one of which also included a second-place finish, the Chillicothe boys accumulated 92-1/2 points, 22-1/2 less than champion Odessa. The Lady Hornets posted 78 points, far behind team winner Knob Noster’s 127. Two of CHS’ trio of Tuesday triumphs came in events different from the ones in which Chillicothe entries prevailed at home. Isaak Rasche took the boys’ 400-meters dash at Richmond in a hand-timed 53.14 seconds, with teammate Kaleb Mullikin right behind, a half-second slower. The Lady Hornets’ Jordan Hibner won the girls’ 400 in 1:03.04, a comfortable 1.4 seconds ahead of a Higginsville freshman who was runnerup and that same amount quicker than Hibner’s clocking at home last Friday. The third CHS win at Richmond was a repeat from the home meet by the boys’ 1,600-meters relays unit of Ethan Corbin, Mullikin, Peyton Forck, and Rasche (in that sequence), but, at 3:35.34, was 10 seconds slower than the Hornets winning time on the home track last Friday. The CHS boys had only one other second-place event finish besides Mullikin’s in the 400. It was accomplished by senior William Perry in the 1,600 with a clocking of 5:00.94, 11 seconds behind the winner from Kansas City: East. Hibner not only posted the Chillicothe girls’ lone event victory, she also had one of their three runnerup finishes in the long jump (15’3”), as well as being on two scoring relays, translating to 20-1/4 of the team’s 78 points coming from the junior. Senior Kylee Larson ran the 100-meters high hurdles in 16.84 seconds and the 3,200-meters relay group of Katelyn Sullivan, Delaney May, Emma Burk, and Kadence Shipers finished in 11:26.64, both good for second places for the Lady Hornets. Generating third-place efforts for CHS were Mullikin in the triple jump, Luke Hopper in the discus throw (with Isaac Washburn right behind in fourth), Forck in the high jump, the Hornets’ 800-meters relay, and Larson in the 300-meters low hurdles. The Chillicothe track-and-field teams next will compete at Boonville Thursday (April 11).	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28894
__label__wiki	0.986797	0.986797	Holly Willoughby has given her verdict over the axing of Jeremy Kyle She made the announcement on fellow ITV show This Morning Daniel ChipperfieldContent Editor Updated 20:44, 17 MAY 2019 TV presenter Holly Willoughy issued a heartfelt statement about the axing of ITV show Jeremy Kyle after one of its guests committed suicide. She offered her condolences to Steve Dymond's family while also sympathising with those who worked on the Jeremy Kyle show after the news broke earlier this week. Her words came only minutes after ITV announced the controversial show was being axed after 14 years on air. What I saw during week behind the scenes on Jeremy Kyle Show Mr Dymond had been found dead a week after he failed a lie detector test on the TV show which looked to solve family disputes through its presenter Jeremy Kyle. Mr Dymond's body was discovered at a block of flats in Portsmouth. Holly addressed ITV’s decision to end production of The Jeremy Kyle Show in a sombre discussion with her co-host Phillip Schofield. The controversial programme has been axed (Image: ITV) After paying tribute to Steven, 63, she took the time to consider how the decision to axe the programme has affected members of the production team saying: “We’d also like to add our condolences to the family of Mr Dymond. “And also to the Jeremy Kyle team and crew of whom this has been a dreadful shock.” Co-host Phillip added: “There is no indication yet as to what will replace Jeremy’s show in the future.” ITV This Morning doctor tells Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield the simple home test to see if you are at risk of heart disease The pair also read the statement issued by ITV’s CEO Carolyn McCall about the future of the series, which was fronted by presenter Jeremy Kyle, 53. It read: "Given the gravity of recent events we have decided to end production of The Jeremy Kyle Show. "The Jeremy Kyle Show has had a loyal audience and has been made by a dedicated production team for 14 years, but now is the right time for the show to end. Holly on This Morning (Image: ITV) "Everyone at ITV's thoughts and sympathies are with the family and friends of Steve Dymond. "The previously announced review of the episode of the show is underway and will continue." Carolyn added: "ITV will continue to work with Jeremy Kyle on other projects." Earlier this week, The Jeremy Kyle Show was taken off air and all past episodes were removed from the ITV Hub following the tragic news of Steven’s death. During his time on the programme, he took part in a lie detector test in an attempt to prove allegations he had cheated on his fiancée, Jane Callaghan, were false. The biggest stories across the UK right now Woman tries Victoria Beckham's range What it's really like to work at Greggs IKEA clock stops kids getting up early Basic driving mistakes you can get fined Bristol City CouncilDogs set to be banned from Bristol park because owners won't pick up poo“The school has raised concerns that increasingly dogs are being exercised in the playing field" EnvironmentInvestigation under way into cause of Bristol stream regularly turning 'milky white'The Environment Agency has said the potential sources are 'numerous'	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28900
__label__wiki	0.832266	0.832266	\| \| \| Hours & General Info \| Location & Directions \| (914) 592-2222 About WBT History - WBT WBT Alumni Special Events and Concerts Cast Interviews & Information Audience Reviews Audience Review Form Photos, Videos & Programs Gift Certificates & Dining Room Dollars Luxury Boxes Luxury Box Weekend Matinee Menu Luxury Box Evening Menu Luxury Box Weekday Matinee Menu Private Cocktail Parties Top Hat Celebration Package Stories & Cast Interviews Contact Box Office Days & Times Schedule Hours & General Info PHANTOM Westchester Broadway Theatre Published: Tuesday, September 25, 2018 By: Gerry Falco Source: The Theatre Guide The Westchester Broadway Theatre presents Phantom running through January 27th, 2019 (with a break for a holiday show). This is not the same play as the renowned Phantom of the Opera made famous by Andrew Lloyd Weber. The two plays, however, are based on the same classic novel by Gaston LeRoux and share similar storylines. Arthur Kopit and Maury Yeston began writing Phantom in 1983, but their financial backing for the project disappeared when the successful Andrew Lloyd Weber presentation was announced a short time later and became the famous and long-running Broadway play that we are all familiar with. This play finally appeared later in 1991. Don’t be fooled. The two plays essentially share the same characters, and both are excellently written. The storyline in this play begins when the Paris Opera Manager, Gerard Carriere, is removed from his position by the opera’s new owners, Carlotta and her husband Cholet. The removal of Gerard from the theatre eventually exposes the long-held secret that the opera is haunted by a phantom. While the plot is developing, a simple street singer with a beautiful voice, Christine, is hired as a costume girl by the new owners at the behest of a powerful opera patron, Count Philippe. The phantom discretely overhears Christine singing while performing her chores and decides to reveal himself to Christine and train her voice to perfection. Christine suddenly becomes the toast of the opera and thus the focus of Carlotta’s evil jealousy, as Carlotta purchased the opera house so that she could make her debut as a diva. The Phantom takes steps to protect Christine and avenge Carlotta’s malfeasance. This becomes the catalyst for the ensuing chaos that leads to the violent pursuit of the Phantom, who resides in the catacombs under the opera house, and the revelation of Gerard’s great secret. This presentation at the Westchester Broadway Theatre is quite special. The production is directed byTom Polum with musical direction by Bob Bray. The Phantom is the same masked and caped villain/hero we are all familiar with. Matthew Bilman is an excellent choice for this role. His voice is one of exceptional power and expression. The voice of his counterpart, Christine, played by Kayleen Seidl, is also clear and bright with an almost ethereal quality. Their vocal exchange during the singing lessons scene is one to remember. The remaining cast is top notch. Sandy Rosenberg plays both sides of the evil and comedic role of Carlotta with exceptional skill. Think Cruella Deville with a tremendous singing voice. The excellent voice of James Van Treuren’s in the role of Gerard Carriere adds to the mix as do the many voices of the remaining cast and ensemble. When all these voices meld together in a chorus, the result is almost chilling. The play is traditional with a mix of theatric acting and singing. There is not much dance, but the overall choreographed action of the many characters is both intricate and interesting. There is almost nothing to dislike about this play. In the first scene, the actors come right at you in this intimate theatre in an array of beautiful period costumes and wigs selected by Keith Neilson and Gerard Kelly. Your attention never wanders for a moment during the remaining portions of the first act. The music directed by Bob Bray is beautiful and clear and the lighting by Andrew Gmoser greatly amplifies the moods. The varied and dynamic sets and special effects created by Steve Loftus and technical director and Carl Tallent are creative and interesting. The first act is bright and flashy. The second act is much darker, and if there is any criticism to share, it is that the second act is too long. The dinner preceding the play had some choice entrees and the food was good. This production is very much worth seeing. Send this page to a friend \| Go Back Westchester Broadway Theatre • One Broadway Plaza • Elmsford, NY 10523 • (914) 592-2222 Copyright © 2011- Westchester Broadway Theatre. All rights reserved. Designed, hosted and maintained by Dott-Communications	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28902
__label__cc	0.728031	0.271969	Dynamic Access £50M + Of access equipment Trading in the UK, Ireland & the UAE 60,000m2 Depot space Brogan Group is an international group of access companies operating in the UK, Ireland, Saudi Arabia & the UAE. We are among the largest specialist access companies within the countries that we operate. With Headquarters near London in the UK, offices in Dublin & Mayo in Ireland, in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia and Dubai in the UAE. Our services are offered to the top companies in the construction industry which include scaffolding, construction hoists, common towers, mast climbers, crane decks and cradles. Corporate videos! "The Beast" - The Largest Mast Climber In The World! Balfour Beatty's Safety Award for 2019! Sitting in London’s financial District, Canary Wharf is 53-storey residential tower, The... Burdett Road Burdett Wharf was a residential development in Limehouse Cut, East London. It provided a collection... Mapleton Crescent Key stats 27 storeys - 89 metres high - 8 Mast climbers - ... Capital Gate, 'Splash', Abu Dhabi The most inclined structure in the world is Capital Gate, which has an inclination of 18 degrees and... Brogan Group provided an all-encompassing access solution incorporating scaffolding, mast...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28903
__label__cc	0.73776	0.26224	What is a Pub Quiz? Quiz Questions & Answers December 12th 2011 Posted by quizmaster \| Dec 15, 2011 \| Quiz Answers, Quiz Questions \| 0 \| 1. Who are the current women’s Football World Cup holders? 2. The city of Saigon is now known as what? 3. How is the drug MDMA better known? 4. Which is the main city on the island of Oahu? 5. In which European city is the Prado art gallery? 6. In meteorology, what does the term “pluvial” refer to? 7. In sport, what measures 8 feet by 8 yards (2.4m x 7.2m)? 8. Which is the only planet in the Solar System whose name is not derived from Greek or Roman mythology? 9. In which book and film do the Oompa Loompas appear? 10. With which Indian city is Mother Theresa associated? World Capitals – of which country are the following capital cities? 1. Mogadishu 2. Abuja 3. Islamabad 4. Managua 5. Malé 6. Bratislava 7. Minsk 8. Monrovia 9. Kathmandu 10. Astana Round3 – The Christmas Round 1. Which famous comic actor died on Christmas Day in 1977? 2. Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean is a territory of which country? 3. The Grinch stole Christmas – what colour is he? 4. In which fictional land is it “always Winter, never Christmas”? 5. Which of the following is NOT one of Santa’s reindeer; Dancer, Dasher, Duster or Donner? 6. In which country is it believed a character called Krampus travels with Father Christmas punishing naughty children? 7. In which language does Milad Majid mean Merry Christmas? 8. True or False, in the 17th Century the British Parliament made celebrating Christmas an illegal act? 9. The evening of 5th January, marking the end of Christmas is also known as what? 10. Which actor played Scrooge in the Muppet Christmas Carol? Take the first letter of each answer to come up with the name of a festive character 1. Oriya, Marwari & Hakka are examples of what? 2. Alexander the Great was taught by which famous Greek philosopher? 3. Super G is a discipline in which sport? 4. Which city was previously named New Amsterdam? 5. Which book and film tells the story of a group of heroin addicts in Edinburgh? 6. Who was the Roman God of Love? 7. Which group had a hit in the early 80s with Stand and Deliver? 8. In the Argentine film of the same name what are the “9 Reinas”? 9. Clint Eastwood has won an Oscar for Best Director twice, for Million Dollar Baby and which other film? 10. In which George Orwell novel does the phrase “2 legs bad, 4 legs good” appear? 1. Which is the 5th largest country in the world after Russia, Canada, China & the US? 2. Name 3 of the 5 tastes a human tongues can detect 3. By which name is the Maid of Orleans better known? 4. Which actor plays Hooper the marine biologist in the film Jaws? 5. Which national rugby team plays (or used to) home games at Landsdowne Road? 6. Which desert covers most of the western part of Botswana and spreads in South Africa? 7. Which song opens with the lines, “Now, look at them yo-yos, that’s the way you do it – play the guitar on the MTV”? 8. According to the 2010 Census, after Buenos Aires Province which is the most populous in Argentina? Cordoba, Santa Fe or Capital Federal? 9. Which US President ordered the dropping of the atomic bombs on Japan? 10. Only once has a non-European team won a World Cup help in Europe – in which decade did this happen? 2. Ho Chi Minh City 3. Ecstasy 4. Honolulu 7. A football goal 9. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory 10. Calcutta 1. Somalia 2. Nigeria (replaced Lagos in 1991) 3. Pakistan 6. Slovakia 8. Liberia 9. Nepal 10. Kazakhston 1. Charlie Chaplin 4. Narnia 5. Duster 6. Austria (accept Germany) 7. Arabic 9. Twelfth Night 10. Michael Caine 2. Aristotle 3. Skiing 4. New York 5. Trainspotting 6. Cupid 7. Adam & the Ants 8. Stamps 9. Unforgiven 10. Animal Farm 1. Brasil 2. Sweet, Salty, Sour, Umami & Bitter 3. Joan of Arc 4. Richard Dreyfus 6. Kalahari 7. Money for Nothing – Dire Straits 8. Cordoba (3.2m) 9. Harry S Truman 10. 1950’s (58 – Brasil won in Sweden) PreviousChristmas Quiz Night December 12th 2011 NextQuiz Results 12th December 2011 quizmaster Questions and Answers November 2013 Quiz Questions 13th May 2010 Themed round: years ending in 8 Quiz Answers 11th April 2011 The finest quiz in Buenos Aires in the finest bar in Buenos Aires! Held on the second Monday of every month, it offers a chance to get together for a few beers and test your general knowledge skills. Dorchester Quiz Club February 2019 Pub Quiz results \| Buenos Aires Pub Quiz The results are in! Cat's Whiskers led from first to last in February's BA Pub Quiz, and took home the bacon. By which I mean 'won a bottle of fizzy wine for consumption on the premises'. Congratulations to them, better luck next time to everyone else! See you for the next quiz on the 11th March. ... See more The February pub quiz was well attended and closely fought, but Cat’s Whiskers once again held off the competition to lead from the starting gun to the finish line. In the early running for the 2019… ... See more Pub Quiz January 2019 Results \| Buenos Aires Pub Quiz The results of last night's BA Pub Quiz are up! Cat's Whiskers pipped Quizzly Bears by just half a point to get 2019 off to a thrilling start, so well done them and better luck next month to everyone else! We shall reconvene for the February quiz on the 11th of next month. ... See more The first BA Pub Quiz of 2019 was a well-attended affair in which I was told we’ve made it into the new edition of the Lonely Planet guide to Argentina! Cat’s Whiskers won by just half a point from… ... See more	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28904
__label__wiki	0.837099	0.837099	Coventry hospitals to reduce energy costs by £1.6m a year Vital Energi enters into energy performance contract which will cut emissions by 4,125 tonnes a year The energy performance contract will see improvements being made at University Hospital Coventry and at the Hospital of St Cross Vital Energi has guaranteed to cut energy costs by £1.6m a year at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust by installing modern energy generation equipment and completing energy system upgrades at two hospitals. University Hospital and the Hospital of St Cross will benefit from the energy-efficient solution, which will see carbon emissions cut by 4,125 tonnes a year. The £6m scheme involves a CHP engine being integrated into the complex waste compound system at University Hospital, with comprehensive modifications to facilitate the new technology. This will deliver a low-cost and low-carbon heat and power supply to the hospital under an energy performance contract (EPC) that guarantees the savings for 15 years. The project also includes complete upgrades to the BMS system at the Hospital of St Cross and upgrading 2,000 lighting fittings to new efficient LED bulbs. A considerate construction plan will be provided to avoid disturbance to hospital operation, and any disruption to University Hospital’s energy supply. Under the contract, Vital Energi will provide operational and maintenance services for the CHP system for the next 15 years. Steve Black, account director at Vital Energi, said: “This innovative solution is the first time Vital has integrated new energy generation equipment into a large PFI hospital. “We had to assess the existing energy system and existing building to design a solution that would cater for the hospital’s needs without making any major modifications to the building’s infrastructure.” The scheme is being delivered under the Carbon and Energy Fund (CEF) and is expected to be completed by March 2020. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Vital Energi Forbo Flooring and Chase Farm redevelopment among winners of IHEEM Annual Awards Leeds trust pledges energy savings of £2.5m a year NHS Lothian to save £644,000 on energy bills every year Prime Minister announces AI revolution for the NHS Government backing needed to further NHS carbon reduction efforts Official opening of £14.8m Oxford Energy Project 17 NHS trusts to benefit from Insignia’s advanced regional sharing service Scarborough Hospital looks forward to low-carbon future Building Better Healthcare Awards – the winning line-up New advances in cancer diagnosis by Coventry scientists Vital Energi delivers five hospital CHP engines in five days Coventry and Warwickshire trust celebrates sending one million patient letters electronically GE Healthcare unveils integrated digital pathology system	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28905
__label__wiki	0.975411	0.975411	COMICSANDS percolately georgetakei secondnexus george's picks politicsdonald trumpNewsWeird NewsFunny NewsEntertainment People Share Their Roommate From Hell Horror Stories People In Extremely Small Towns Reveal The Biggest Drama Unfolding Now, And It's Adorably Quaint Dad Who Was Only Expected To Live To 35 Is Saved By Transplant, Only To Have His Fiancée Die Just 48 Hours Before Their Wedding People Share The Creepiest Thing They've Ever Heard Someone Say Man Woke Up To Find His Wife Put A Metal 'Chastity Nut' Around His Member, And It Had To Be Removed With A Saw About Us-Contact Us Privacy Policy-Terms of Use Corrections-Editorial Staff Comic Sands © 2019 Robert De Niro Lets F-Bombs Fly Live On CNN In Response To Criticism He Gets From Fox News Evan Brechtel Legendary actor Robert De Niro has never been shy about his disdain for President Donald Trump. He's previously called him a "total loser," and famously exclaimed, "F*k Trump" at the 2018 Tony Awards. De Niro let the F-bombs fly again in an interview with CNN's Brian Stelter—this time the profanity was targeting Trump's defenders. Stelter asked De Niro what he thought of Fox News hosts decrying his irreverence toward Trump. De Niro's response was...blunt. De Niro said: "Fck 'em. F*ck 'em." Stelter conceded that De Niro's use of profanity wasn't a Federal Communications Commision (FCC) violation, but remained visually annoyed. "I do want to know why you choose to go that way," Stelter said. "Why do you choose to go that way?" The actor elaborated: "We are in a moment in this country where this guy is like a gangster. He's come along and he's said things, done things. We say over and over again, 'This is terrible. We're in a terrible situation.' We're in a terrible situation and this guy just keeps going on and on and on without being stopped." Like many of his movies, De Niro's thoughts on Trump may be R-rated, but that doesn't mean that people disagreed. De Niro currently has two movies in theatres at the moment: Joker and The Irishman. One of his earlier works, 1980's Raging Bull, is available here. De Niro won the Oscar for Best Actor in the role of a boxer whose life and career are in decline. If you'd like to get to know him better, you can purchase his biography De Niro: A Life here. Listen to the first season of George Takei's podcast, 'Oh Myyy Pod!' where we explore the racially charged videos that have taken the internet by storm. Be sure to subscribe here and never miss an episode.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28916
__label__wiki	0.933443	0.933443	[image-caption title="%20Colorado's%20United%20Power%20built%20a%204-MW%20storage%20system,%20the%20state's%20largest,%20to%20cut%20peak%20demand%20and%20better%20integrate%20renewable%20generation.%20(Photo%20courtesy%20United%20Power)" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/colorado-united-power-battery-storage.jpg" /] Anza Valley was in the dark. The 2018 Cranston wildfire, which had torched homes, forced evacuations, and destroyed 13,000 acres in the region, had also incinerated the sole transmission line to Anza Electric Cooperative, the main power provider for this high-desert community about 120 miles southeast of Los Angeles. "That one line is our sole connection to the outside world," says Kevin Short, the co-op's general manager. "Our entire service area was out." The outage lasted 10 scorching days from July into August—the longest and costliest in Anza's 67-year history. The co-op had to shell out about $1 million for generators to keep power flowing during transmission repairs. The event marked a turning point for Anza. If they were going to deliver on their promise to provide reliable power, they would have to have more control over their generation. With a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, Anza began working with NRECA and Sandia National Laboratories on an energy storage strategy that will not only help the co-op meet a portion of its demand during such transmission failures but also let its nearly 5,000 members avoid some expensive summer peak charges. "What we're trying to get out of this project is an island microgrid setup," Short says. It's a strategy that's becoming increasingly common for co-ops. "Battery storage is moving from a technology to a business model," says Venkat Banunarayanan, NRECA's senior director for distributed energy. "Electric cooperatives are using storage technology to fulfill different needs." NRECA's Business & Technology Strategies (BTS) group is developing energy storage guidelines, case studies, and reference materials and has worked with NRTC to help co-ops plan and build out battery projects. Brad Seibert, vice president for next-generation energy at NRTC, says growing interest in energy storage reminds him of the time just before adoption of solar generation took off. "Co-ops are saying, 'We better be out in front of this technology wave.'" [image-caption title="A%20United%20Power%20employee%20helps%20unload%20the%20Tesla%20lithium-ion%20powerpack%20units%20for%20the%20Colorad-based%20co-op's%20storage%20array.%20(Photo%20courtesy%20United%20Power)" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/united-power-battery-energy-storage-delivery.jpg" link="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/united-power-battery-energy-storage-delivery.jpg" linking="lightbox" /] Shaving peaks in Colorado United Power in Brighton, Colorado, says its new battery storage system—the largest in the state and one of the biggest owned and operated by an electric co-op—will save members up to $1 million a year. "This is the beginning of a dramatic change, and that's good for consumer members," says Troy Whitmore, public affairs officer at the 87,000-meter co-op that serves Colorado's northern Front Range. The co-op says the system, a sleek 4-MW/16-MWh Tesla lithium-ion powerpack array developed with NRTC storage partner ENGIE North America, will help dramatically cut peak demand and reduce capacity charges from its G&T. "This will be a demand-reducing tool," Whitmore says. "Through battery storage, we will be bringing down our wholesale power costs." A second key benefit will be better economics for intermittent renewable generation. The battery system will allow the co-op to fill in the "valleys" from an abrupt loss of these resources, like when weather causes a drop-off in wind or solar production. "When wind blows at 3 a.m. or the sun shines early in the day, we can capture energy and not utilize it until 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., when we usually peak," Whitmore says. "Since the battery is charged during off-peak time periods, the power you're filling the battery with is less expensive than the power you're extracting from the battery. So when you release power from the battery, it's at a big savings." Another driver toward energy storage? Competition. Situated in Denver's northeast suburbs near an international airport, United Power foresees significant growth in its service territory where there are neighboring utilities. "When new industry or a subdivision or call center is proposed, we need to be competitive," Whitmore says. [image-caption title="United%20Power%20Cooperative%204-MW/16-MWh%20Tesla%20lithium-ion%20powerpack%20array.%20(Photo%20courtesy%20United%20Power)" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/united-power-storage-system.jpg" /] The ability to dispatch off-peak power during peak hours can keep rates economical, he says. "Eighty percent of the cost of doing business is the wholesale power bill," Whitmore says. "Anything we can do to make that a little more reasonable will help the condition of co-ops and, ultimately, the end-use member." Storage partnership Connexus Energy was facing a conundrum. Its members were asking for more renewable energy, but not if it meant increases in their monthly power bill. Plummeting wind and solar energy prices brought the technology well within reach, but inherent intermittency meant the co-op couldn't guarantee any renewable generation capacity would actually help keep costs down. As the 135,000-member co-op based in Ramsey, Minnesota, looked for solutions, it got some help from Washington, D.C. In 2015, the federal government decided to not only extend tax incentives for wind and solar but also apply an investment tax credit to battery storage systems that are charged using renewable energy. Connexus started working on a plan for a solar/storage solution, and by the end of 2018 had launched a 10-MW PV system that can charge 15 MW of lithium-ion batteries. The co-op partnered with ENGIE North America to deliver the solar energy and signed a 25-year, fixed-fee contract for energy storage with NextEra Energy Resources, which owns the batteries. "We listened to our members," says Greg Ridderbusch, the co-op's CEO. "We will discharge stored solar energy during peak hours when energy costs are the highest. This will help us save in power supply costs." Ridderbusch says the energy management model they're using could be a template for co-ops nationwide. It offsets the risks of battery ownership and requires no up-front capital. The co-op plans to discharge the batteries four to six times a month, says Brian Burandt, Connexus vice president for power supply and business development. Burandt says the system will reduce the need to add new generation, substations, and transmission. "Several co-ops are watching our project," Burandt says. "Some are dipping a toe in water. The battery adds a whole new dimension of savings." Can small batteries in the homes of co-op members in different states be aggregated to create a utility-scale energy storage solution? Four Midwest co-ops served by Dairyland Power Cooperative have launched a pilot program to find out. [image-caption title="(Left%20to%20right)%20Kent%20Whitcomb%20and%20Tony%20Kassa%20of%20STAR%20Energy%20Services,%20Ian%20Webster,%20MiEnergy%20Cooperative%20member,%20and%20MiEnergy%20CEO%20Brian%20Krambeer%20at%20the%20commissioning%20of%20a%20residential%20storage%20system.%20(Photo%20courtesy%20MiEnergy%20Cooperative)%20" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/MiEnergy-Battery-storage.jpg" /] The co-ops will control 16-kWh energy-storage systems at 10 member-consumer sites to test their effectiveness in shedding load and their impact on time-of-use rates. The co-ops also will examine any difference between substation-based storage and residential storage. Jo-Carroll Energy in Elizabeth, Illinois, and Wisconsin cooperatives Richland Electric in Richland Center and Oakdale Electric in Oakdale are installing two battery systems each in their service territories. MiEnergy Cooperative in Rushford, Minnesota, has installed four battery systems at members' homes in Minnesota City and Winona, Minnesota, and in Decorah and Ridgeway, Iowa. While the co-ops will get experience with storage and help with peak demand, participating members will have use of the backup power systems in their homes. "This is an opportunity to learn more about the future of battery technology and how to use it in our distribution system and how to benefit our members," says MiEnergy CEO Brian Krambeer. Dairyland Power in La Crosse, Wisconsin, will do an internal analysis of the battery storage aggregation test later this year. "Dairyland is supportive of our cooperatives' efforts to investigate behind-the-meter energy storage," says Jeff Springer, manager of energy efficiency and technology at the G&T. "We hope to learn more by working on this pilot." Atlanta-based Sonnen built the batteries and is providing training and technical support. Trusted energy storage advisor As interest in home battery systems increases and costs decrease, Central Electric Power Cooperative (G&T), which serves South Carolina's 20 electric distribution co-ops, is studying up for its role as trusted energy storage advisor. Central Electric wants to understand the value of residential battery systems for members and how storage impacts the co-op business model, says Scott Hammond, the Columbia-based G&T's member programs manager. They're currently evaluating two battery systems connected to rooftop solar arrays at homes served by Coastal Electric in Walterboro and Berkeley Electric in Moncks Corner. The batteries are charged by the panels and then discharged by the G&T to meet household demand. The Coastal system, which Central Electric purchased, comprises 6 kW of solar energy with 24 kWh of storage. The Berkeley project involves 6 kW of solar with 18 kWh of storage. This winter, Central Electric will control the batteries from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. with the goal to displace as much peak energy as it can within the three-hour window, Hammond says. The batteries can discharge between 6 and 8 kWh during monthly control periods. "We will see how the battery systems work with winter peaks. We are trying to optimize how it runs when it runs," says Hammond, calling it a bit of a "cat and mouse game" with renewable resources. "When solar is producing, we try to maximize that value." The co-op is also studying the effects of battery capacity decline over time. "With a battery, you've got an expensive capital investment," Hammond says. "You want to know what it looks like over the course of a few years." Outsourcing storage Installed battery systems offer clear flexibility and demand savings. But what about the upfront investment and ownership costs? Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is trying out an innovative solution it hopes will deliver maximum benefits with minimal risk. The co-op has signed a 10-year agreement beginning June 30, 2019, to lease up to 400 MWh of storage per year from a utility-scale lithium-ion battery system owned by Viridity Energy Solutions. About the size of two tractor-trailers, the 1-MW/4-MWh battery system will be installed beside VEC's substation in Hinesburg, Vermont. Craig Kieny, manager of power planning at the Johnson-based co-op, says his team has studied state and regional power markets for nearly two years and is confident in forecasting periods of peak demand to call on its leased storage. The 400-hour window under the agreement will allow the co-op to achieve a pretty high success rate of picking the correct day and hour of the peak, he says. "If we operate the leased energy perfectly, we could experience annual savings of nearly $100,000," Kieny says. VEC CEO Rebecca Towne says she expects battery prices will fall over the next decade as manufacturers gain more expertise and battery capacity grows. She says the lease arrangement will allow the co-op to gain experience with energy storage without being distracted by installation and maintenance concerns. "Being able to store energy … allows us to be flexible and nimble as our industry moves to more intense management of both supply and demand. With this battery system, VEC will be able to seize new value—in real dollars and cents—for our members." When the nation's largest ammunition terminal needed resilient electricity and a renewable energy source, the U.S. Army called the local electric cooperative. Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation serves more than 93,000 meters in its southeast corner of North Carolina, but not the Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, which is tucked just inside the mouth of the Cape Fear River. [image-caption title="%20Brunswick%20EMC%20in%20North%20Carolina%20is%20helping%20a%20U.S.%20Army%20base%20in%20its%20territory%20install%20a%20microgrid%20that%20will%20include%20solar%20and%20diesel%20generation%20and%20battery%20storage.%20(Photo%20courtesy%20Brunswick%20EMC)" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/Brunswick-battery-storage.jpg" /] The installation does rely on a feed from Brunswick EMC whenever there's an interruption from its primary source of power, Duke Energy, the investor-owned utility headquartered in Charlotte. The co-op, based in Shallotte, owns and operates 1.2 MW of solar energy plus a substation on the north end of the base. And in 2017, the co-op installed 840 kWh of battery storage. The lithium-ion system can provide the base up to 210 kilowatts per hour for four hours. Now the co-op is preparing to build a 1-MW microgrid for the base that will include 1,000 kW of diesel generation and additional battery capacity of 950 kWh. "When we complete the microgrid, Sunny Point will have that for a third option," says Lewis Shaw, Brunswick EMC's vice president of engineering & operations. "In case of emergency conditions, in the event Duke is not available to supply Sunny Point power and Brunswick is not available, the microgrid would island itself for terminal consumption." The co-op is also working on a residential energy storage project that will involve a self-contained microgrid to power a new subdivision of 33 homes in Shallotte. There will be a centrally located community solar field and a lithium-ion battery station in the neighborhood where each house will also have rooftop PV panels. The first house is expected to be occupied in first quarter of 2019. [image-caption title="Anza%20Electric%20(Photo%20courtesy%20Anza%20Electric)" description="%20" image="/remagazine/articles/PublishingImages/anza-batteryenergy-storage.jpg" /] 'INVESTING IN THE FUTURE' Back in the southeastern California desert, Anza Electric is racing the clock to shore up the vulnerabilities the Cranston fire exposed. A 3-MW lithium-ion battery is in the works, as is a 1.5-MW solar plant that can operate in parallel with the electricity coming over its lone transmission line. Such an energy storage system "could get us through the majority of outages we experience," says CEO Short. Anza buys its power from Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, but it's delivered via a single radial transmission line owned by Southern California Edison. The investor-owned utility lost about 100 poles to the Cranston blaze. Anza plans to use its new battery system, which will sit next to its solar farm, for more than just outage management. "We'll be able turn it on and use it when we are looking for lower-cost options than we can get in the market at the time," Short says. But job number one will be providing reliable electricity, even as the threat of wildfires in the region appears to be on the rise. "We will have outages in the future," he wrote in an open letter to co-op members this fall. "You can absolutely depend on that. You can also depend on us doing our best to make sure that these events are as limited in scope and duration as is humanly possible." Short notes that building new baseload generation, like a combined-cycle turbine, is not an option for the co-op since the state passed a mandate for zero-carbon generation by 2045. "We need stored solar power available when it's needed," Short says. "We see the battery as investing in the future." ←Back to Articles MORE FROM NRECA	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28917
__label__cc	0.507611	0.492389	double click image to enlarge The collages in this current series offer a clear reading. They are easy to look at. Cut out images are sparsely placed on a white or black sheet of paper. Each component symbolizes a thought and keep it's integrity within the composition while contributing to a central idea. Some of these collages spurt out spontaneously. Others took planning and were approached as a way to work out my inner tensions. Made almost entirely with Artforum magazines, “the bible of contemporary art” * according to writer Sarah Thornton, these cut outs are for the most part pictures of works belonging to other artists which have been shown or are about to be exhibited in galleries and institutions all over the world. Through the use of these images, I am appropriating other people’s works and ideas, ‘fishing’ into the collective consciousness and I reinterpreting them into new context and perspective as a way to re-write “my own bible”. The press is saying about me: Venus Rising (from the subconscious’s water) Artforum magazine cut out on archival paper. 23” X 30” WE / Love The People In The House of Love and Death head in the cloud feet on the ground: The Way We Are Artforum magazine cut out on archival paper. 23” X 3 a dream: The Way To Escape Wrapped Tour: greatest hits: Let My Music Play MOTHER AND THE GODS OF CHANGE. Shit it out (It’ll turn to green) HIGHER GROUND ( I am on my way) THE NEW EARTH (inside out). Carol Jazzar © 2016 Carol Jazzar / Contemporary Art	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28927
__label__cc	0.697019	0.302981	GENERAL INTEREST FORUM Cardinals in the World Series! AvengerRam_old replied Re: Cardinals in the World Series! I don't know why, but I have this strange feeling that the Red Sox are going to sweep the Cardinals. HUbison replied Originally posted by txramsfan Has anyone heard who will start opposite Wakefield in Game 1? And is anyone else salivating over the fact that Pujols and Rolen get to attack the Green Monster? Woody is starting...and yes, I can't wait to see Pujols & Rolen bash the Monster. For that matter, Jimmy can go yard on the opposite side as well. We should destroy Boston. txramsfan replied Originally posted by ZigZagRam Call me crazy but I dont think Cards in 5 is out of the question. I don't think you're crazy at all. We could easily beat either Wakefield or Schilling if not both and then take every game at Busch. We should roll in St. Louis. We're 6-0 at home and their 8 batters (no DH) won't match up with our 8. ZigZagRam replied Edmond's catch, Pujol's game-tying double, Rolen's homer, Suppan's outstanding performance....this was one of the greatest Cardinal games that I've ever experienced. Bring on Boston. We'll beat them in baseball just in time for the Rams to beat their football team as well. I haven't paced like that since the Rams went to the Super Bowl last. WAY TO GO CARDINALS!!!!! ZigZagRam started a topic Cardinals in the World Series! Don't know how many Cardinals fans we have here, but I'm sure there are some lurking about. Way to go Cardinals! Time to extend that "curse" in Boston. CARDINALS: Steelers' Grimm follows Whisenhunt to Cardinals This really is a great hire by the Cards. First they get the Whiz to run the show, now they get Grimm as an assistant head coach and desperately needed o-line coach.... Channel: NFL TALK typical cardinals.... by bruce4life always find a way to lose The Rams are to blame for the Cardinals World Series loss by BernieM I don't know if there is such a thing as cross-sports teamwork, but there should be. Roll this week back to Monday night. The St. Louis Cardinals had a key World Series Game 5 on their home field. Down the street, the Rams had a MNF game against the Seahawks. Everyone knows that the NFL is far more popular than MLB, so it was clear that the Rams' game was going to draw the fans away from the Cardinals game, thereby eliminating their home field advantage. The Rams should have recognized this and found a way to eliminate the conflict. Instead, they selfishly insisted on playing the game as scheduled, forcing the Cardinals to play in front of what I presume was a nearly empty stadium. The Rams neeed to look themselves in the mirror and consider whether it was worth stealing history from the Cardinals. I, for one, am disgusted. Channel: RAMS NATION TALK Cardinals @ RAMS by laram0 Let's go people....this is the biggest game for our RAMS since I can't remember when! Predictions? AZ Cardinals NFLs Most improved Team by Tony Soprano I was watching a FOXsports show yesterday on the NFL season. One of the hosts predicted the Cardinals will win the first 4 games and be the talk of the NFL come October. Win the first 4, that's an interesting prediction since we play them in Week 2! One of the guys that spent a couple days at their training facility in Pre-season said their DEF looks like New Englands. And, he said Warner completed 25 passes in a row in a scrimmage! Strap on your helmets for 2005!	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28929
__label__cc	0.577249	0.422751	NEWS FROM OUR JOURNEYS By: Steve Snapp This year, D-Day will be honoring its 75th anniversary... and the memories still feel fresh. I went to Normandy imagining I could focus on sipping calvados with my Camembert, decoding the Bayeux tapestry, and walking a cow path through a tufted pasture to a 400-year-old barn that’s still in use. Theoretically, I suppose, that’s possible. If the beach had never been code-named Omaha. If bunkers didn’t still frown from the brow of oceanside bluffs. If that high wooded meadow were just a meadow and not the achingly beautiful American Cemetery…If, if, if, then Normandy would be nothing more than a gorgeous getaway destination. Of course, it’s so much more. When I travel, I fully expect to make memories. But it turns out that Normandy and Brittany are more about the chemistry of remembering, about tapping into a collective history that’s astonishingly vivid even if you are a bit fuzzy on the details. The people here who lived through it all certainly can’t forget the period of occupation, invasion and liberation. When I asked Dominique, our friend and local guide, how D-Day is remembered here, she told me a story of innocence skipping under the radar. “During the occupation, my grandparents would send my mother—then just a child—to the village on silly little errands. ‘Why this purchase? Why this shop?’ she remembers thinking. Only much later did she grasp that she was actually delivering secret messages to aid the local Resistance.” She remembers the stories of her father who was supposed to scour the sky for American and British planes, but who went “blind” if he actually saw one. Resistance fighters knew they could hide at the family’s stud farm. “The people don’t speak of it so much now,” she adds. As long ago as the 50th Anniversary of D-Day in 1994, none of the teenagers interviewed in Argentan realized that their town was so devastated that only 21 homes survived. Still, the stories are there to be teased out gently, and Dominique makes sure we hear them as we spend time with the locals. The places and facts of the great invasion aren’t so shy. Consider Arromanches. The Norman coast had no harbors large enough for the invasion force; those that did exist were heavily defended by the Germans. So the Allies built enormous caissons in England, filled them with 600,000 tons of cement and tugged them across the Channel. Deployed offshore at Arromanches, they formed an artificial harbor through which 2.5 million soldiers, 500,000 vehicles and 4 million tons of supplies passed. Today, as you stand on a lookout over the beach, the last of them still tilt above the waves, like a stubborn salute to ingenuity. The local museum built to memorialize the “débarquement” is one of the most interesting I’ve ever visited. Omaha Beach, on the other hand, bears virtually no trace of the epic landing. It’s surprisingly quiet; today, you find a few cottage rentals here and there, but the blue water is too cool to be a major draw. The people of this region always lived with the beach to their backs, as farmers and dairymen rather than sailors and fishermen. The broad, flat expanse of sand is just soft enough that you’re tempted to take off your shoes. And then you flash to G.I.’s splashing their way onto it in combat boots, heavily laden with their weapons. To stand ankle-deep in that sand—back to the water, facing the bluffs that were lined with wall-to-wall firepower—is a moment that etches itself in your imagination. If you’re on alert, the vestiges of Operation Overlord are everywhere. Road signs point to Caen and Saint-Lo, towns that were burned into the headlines. It seems that every village has a commemorative statue, fountain or plaque. Markers along quiet rural lanes note the progress of the liberation forces. You can duck into the stark German bunkers, staring fixedly at the flat horizon that bristled with ships on that morning in late spring. I don’t even know how to capture the feeling as the shadow of a lone cloud floats across the Cemetery as Taps echoes in the air. Words are too small to say what it means. The D-Day sites can be heroic and beautiful, humble and humbling, serene and fascinating and inspirational. In the end, that’s even more the case because they co-exist alongside rich cultural sites that aren’t primarily about World War II. There’s Mont-St.-Michel, soaring over the sea as it has since the 15th Century. In Bayeux—one of the rare cities in these parts that was spared from bombing—the 230-foot-long tapestry portrays the Norman Conquest. And believe me, there is plenty of time for long, sunny farmhouse lunches, where the cider and calvados flow. In the end, Normandy affected me like I had never predicted. I’m no war buff, yet I came away with a real sense of the scope and near-cosmic grandeur of the undertaking. I felt how much it means to preserve the memories of a time that for many of us is still only a generation or two away. I will always remember it. VIEW NORMANDY TOUR Related Tags : Beaches Brittany Custom Travel France Group Tour Guided Tours News Normandy Walking Tours « OLDER POST NEXT POST » SIGN UP FOR THE LATEST TRAVEL NEWS & TIPS! 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__label__cc	0.696217	0.303783	‘War for Talent’ Drives CRE Activity in Dallas-Fort Worth DFW’s business-friendly environment, quality of life and well-educated labor pool help attract companies to the region, which has an unemployment rate running below the national average. Gail Kalinoski Steve Thelen, JLL Managing Director JLL Managing Director Steve Thelen says there is a “war for talent across the U.S. with location, amenities and accessibility being key to retaining top talent for companies.” He notes that war for talent is particularly strong in Dallas-Fort Worth, where a business-friendly environment has helped make DFW the fastest-growing economy among major U.S. metros. “North Texas has long been fortunate to be home to some of the nation’s deepest and well-educated labor pools thanks to our strong and diverse economy—and exceptional cost of living and quality of life,” Thelen told Commercial Property Executive. “This has played a major role in attracting major corporate relocations and allowed organic growth for already established companies. Their real estate decisions hinge heavily on where they can access the best talent to fit their needs¸ and in response, their decisions are driving activity in all real estate classes across the metroplex—and everyone wants to be where the action is.” Such concerns are echoed in a new JLL report, Where Are All the Workers?, which states a long-term labor shortage across the U.S. has reached a new high and is impacting the national commercial real estate market by lowering rents and increasing vacancy across property types. As of January, there were 6.3 million jobs in the U.S. that were unfilled, a 16 percent increase over 2017. Last month, Samsung Electronics America Inc. became the latest corporation to announce a move to the DFW region. The company signed a 216,000-square-foot lease at Building 4 in Legacy Central, a 1 million-square-foot technology-oriented office and mixed-use campus in Plano, Texas. Samsung plans to move about 1,300 employees from its Richardson, Texas, headquarters next February to the Plano campus. In July, Toyota Motor North American Inc. opened its new North American headquarters in Plano and began moving about 4,000 employees into the $1 billion, 100-acre corporate campus. The auto giant unveiled plans to build the state-of-the-art office complex at Legacy West business park in April 2014. Corporate relocations like Samsung and Toyota have added annual job gains of 96,000 for Dallas-Fort Worth. Thelen said that annual increase of 2.7 percent makes DFW the fastest-growing of the larger regional economies that JLL tracks. Yardi Matrix Multifamily Report Spring 2018 stated the metro’s rapid addition of high-paying jobs is boosting housing demand, which creates more service positions. In 2017, 25,500 positions in the professional and business services were added to the region. Leisure and hospitality added 19,500 and education and health services contributed 12,400 new positions, according to Yardi Matrix. “Still, even with all this exponential growth and development we’re experiencing, we maintain a sub-4 percent unemployment rate, 3.7 percent for March—a number below the national average—and keeping the job market extremely tight,” Thelen stated. A February JLL research report examining unemployment levels in Dallas-Fort Worth stated when unemployment drops below 5 percent, the area is considered at full employment. While that’s good news, it could also raise concerns from employers who want to move to the area or expand. “This lack of readily available workers is why our clients have been asking about labor here in DFW more often in the last year—and are exploring office space and location alternatives to be able to attract and retain talent,” the February report noted. Image courtesy of JLL Steve Thelen Healthcare Realty Trust Buys Dallas-Area MOB Urban Logistics Breaks Ground on 1 MSF Dallas Project BH Properties Buys Dallas Office Building Change City Cities... Albuquerque Atlanta Austin Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Inland Empire Jacksonville Kansas City Las Vegas Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis-St. Paul Nashville-Knoxville New Orleans New York Orange County Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland Raleigh-Durham Richmond Sacramento Salt Lake City San Antonio San Diego San Francisco San Jose Seattle St. Louis Tampa Washington DC	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28935
__label__wiki	0.567628	0.567628	Home » Events & Workshops » Diary of Events » Ian Rankin When: Saturday, May 4th 2019, Start Time: 10:00, End Time: 11:30 Where: The Stables Causeway, Cromarty IV11 8XS 'In A House Of Lies - Keeping A Series Fresh After 30 Years' Surely he needs no introduction! But if you do wish to learn more about the rather successful and prolific crime writer (and part-time Cromarty resident), Ian Rankin's website gives you all the info. In this talk, Ian will describe how Rebus is kept alive (not literally!) and how Ian finds new challenges and ways to engage the devotees of his most famous character. Since 1987 there have been 22 Rebus novels usually set in or around Edinburgh, with the protagonist, Det Insp John Rebus, challenged to solve a crime or series of crimes centred around a gritty, often stark view of Scotland. Tartan Noir at its finest. Spotlight Author Slot - short reading & book signing from... Writer Vee Walker, a weel-kent face in the Black Isle for her community work, has developed an unique writing style which draws strongly on her own unusual family history as a source. Her 1810 Cookbook, published in 2011, took images from a family recipe book and combined them with snippets of family history. It was in those fragments of history/creative writing that Vee unexpectedly began to find her voice as a writer of fiction, as she found herself getting ‘sucked in’ by the stories of her own gluttonous ancestors. Major Tom’s War, her debut novel, was published in London by the niche India-interest publishers Kashi House in September 2018 – also its own first foray out of non-fiction. Inspired by her Indian Cavalry Officer grandfather’s war diary and the lives of her grandparents during the First World War, Major Tom’s War has been well-received thus far by reviewers and public alike and has had extensive media coverage, including a live Armistice 100 broadcast from France for BBC Radio 4’s Saturday Live on 10th November 2018. The first edition is selling well and there are now plans for a revised second edition aimed at readers in India and a French edition (translation nearing completion) next year. She has also worked with the creative team at Plexus Media in Cromarty to develop a digitised version of the original archive documents which inspired her remarkable novel as a companion website. This can be explored at www.majortomswar.com. Readers will even find a bonus chapter there – Chapter 9 ½ - which did not quite make the novel! Vee does not yet have an agent and is not quite sure how she has got this far without one - but puts it down to luck, fate and obstinacy. She reckons she has at least another two novels in this unusual genre up her sleeve. £15 Reserve your ticket by email, tel 01381 600354 or complete and return this form.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28943
__label__cc	0.596917	0.403083	Why Your Business Needs A Brand Story: Brand Storytelling The Power of a Good Story Humans have always loved to tell stories. We've been creating them, sharing them and passing them on for as long as our species has existed. There's nothing more powerful than a good story. Stories have the ability to transport us to another world, they help us explain complex ideas and most importantly, they give us a way to emotionally connect with each other. It should come as no surprise that businesses of all sizes have taken an interest in creating brand stories, given our long standing love affair with storytelling. In the words of Seth Godin, "Marketing is no longer about the stuff that you make but about the stories that you tell." Read on to find out why. What is Brand Storytelling or a Brand Story? A strong brand story means something and in this day and age, that counts for everything. A brand story is the complete narrative that surrounds a business. It shows not only how you do business, but why you're there in the first place, and how you're uniquely qualified to help solve your customer's problems. The brand story brings heart to a business, which facilitates more meaningful connections between the company and consumer. Within one complete brand story, there can be a few interwoven storylines: The first story is your own, and this is usually found on the website's About page, telling your audience who you are and what you stand for. Businesses with a strong sense of why they're doing what they're doing often weave this story all throughout their marketing materials and messaging. The second story belongs to your customer. Everyone is on a journey, and something made your potential customer start looking around for a solution to a problem or need. There's an extremely useful story hidden there. If you can uncover this story, you'll know why your customers are considering your solution, and how you can best guide them on their journey towards selecting your product or service. The third way storytelling is used in branding is to tell marketing stories. The idea of 'tell don't sell' means that we use stories to connect with people on a deeper level than we could by trying to convince them they need our products or services. Storytelling holds an important place in modern marketing, because it has the power to reach people on an emotional level that no marketing technique or trick ever could. Why Stories Matter For Businesses We can talk about facts and features all day long, but in the end, people make buying decisions based on emotion and use logic (enter your facts/features) to back up their choices. If a business lacks that key emotional component, it'll be nothing more than a commodity, forced to compete on price and features alone. Brand storytelling is one great way to keep this from happening. Forming an emotional connection with a customer inspires trust and loyalty, leading to sales, referrals and repeat business. We often perceive the same kinds of personality traits in businesses as we do in humans, so living and breathing an authentic story makes it easy for others to see you're operating a real business, with real people in a real way. When someone says, I like what they stand for, you can bet that a good story was responsible for this attitude towards the brand. Stories live on long after they are told. As Simon Sinek says, "Do business with people who believe what you believe." Brands like Patagonia, Apple and Harley Davidson have incredibly loyal followings, in a huge part because they all have great stories that relate back to each individual who buys their product. A strong brand story means something and in this day and age, that counts for everything. The Elements of a Good Brand Story Brand stories come in all shapes and sizes. You can tell them with words, pictures, video and audio. You can have other people tell them through testimonials or you can craft them from scratch with original or user created content. GoPro is a good example of a company who deeply understands the power of story. The founder, Nicholas Woodman has a great American Dream kind of story himself, and anyone with a GoPro camera is invited to share their own visual story with the entire community, resulting in a massive collection of beautiful moments from all over the world. Imagine if GoPro had tried to sell tiny cameras with fact sheets and feature charts about megapixels alone... other companies did that but we've never heard of them because they didn't survive. GoPro's ability to make a regular person with one of their cameras feel like a hero, and to know that they belong to a cool global community of adventurers clearly illustrates the power of storytelling. That emotional component is here, alive and well: We dream. We have passionate ideas about what's possible in this world. Our passions lead us to create experiences and realities that expand our world and inspire those around us. GoPro helps people capture and share their lives' most meaningful experiences with others-to celebrate them together. Like how a day on the mountain with friends is more meaningful than one spent alone, the sharing of our collective experiences makes our lives more fun. (Read the rest here.) Crafting Your Brand's Story Unless you're making a documentary, a brand story doesn't have to tell the entire history of how your great great grandfather started doing so and so back in whenever, and five pages later it gets to you and how you're running the company today. Always remember, people care much more about themselves than they do about you, so your story must both include and engage them. The most successful storylines in business place the customer at the heart of the story, as the hero. You as the business owner are the guide, not the main character, and your personal story of how the business came to exist proves that you're the right guide for the job. Entrepreneur Magazine suggests the following guidelines for a brand story: It's true It's Human It's Original It serves the customer Once you have a good understanding of your customer's journey and how your own story relates to theirs, try using some storytelling methods in place of the hard sell. Perhaps there are ways to illustrate what you do with an analogy, a series of customer stories, user created content, or a funny video series. Remember when those Old Spice commercials with Mustafa first came out? 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__label__cc	0.705891	0.294109	Get Dick’s FREE columns and videos! 2020 Election Alert 50 Shades of Politics Lunch Alert Videos « Obama’s Terrible Week – Dick Morris TV: Lunch Alert! China Has Hacked Our National Security – Dick Morris TV: Lunch Alert! » Clinton, Obama, UN To Tell Us How To Raise Our Children By Dick Morris on May 14, 2012 In Screwed!, we expose the Rights of the Child Treaty which is now being negotiated by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and will likely be submitted to the Senate this year (perhaps in the lame duck session). Twenty years ago, during the Clinton Administration, the Senate refused to ratify the treaty. But now it is being pushed by Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA). The Treaty, literally, tells us how to raise our children. And it would be legally enforceable in American courts under the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution. Only a constitutional amendment could supersede the “rights” it confers on children: • It bans spanking or any form of corporal punishment of children. • Article 12 of the Treaty says “when adults are making decisions which affect children, children have the right to say what they think should happen and have their opinion taken into account.” Could this proviso establish a due process right of children to challenge their parents’ divorce or their decision to move? • Worried that your children are hanging out with a bad bunch? Article 15 guarantees children “freedom of association.” It says “Children have the right to meet together and to join groups and organizations, as long as it does not stop other people from enjoying their rights.” • The Treaty would stop states from trying children as adults and incarcerating them with adult inmates. It would require that even murderers in their teens be sent to children’s facilities rather than prison. Article 37 says “children should not be put in prison with adults.” The Treaty requires all signatory nations to provide children with adequate levels of food, clothing, housing, education and medical care. In Britain, Prime Minister Cameroon is facing a lawsuit for violating the Rights of the Child Treaty by proposing a cut in welfare benefits. It also obliges rich nations to “help poorer countries achieve the best health care possible, safe drinking water, nutritious food, and a clean and safe environment for children.” Enforceable in US courts, this provision might create a basis for judicial decisions ordering increases in foreign aid, just as courts now order steps to address overcrowding of prisons. The Treaty would make a new level of busybody intrusion into our lives. Read all about this and the other treaties Obama is pushing in Screwed! Click Here to order a copy of Dick and Eileen’s new book, SCREWED! Please leave a comment below - I would love to hear what you think! Thanks, Dick Above the Fold AdSense Dick's Picks Newsmax Newsfeed Internal Ad William Jennings Bryan: Sanders’ Predecessor – History Video! How The British Fought Back Against Class Warfare – History Video! How Parties Ride Their Ideology Into The Dust – History Video! BSA Sidebar Copyright © DickMorris.com \| Privacy Policy \| Terms and Conditions	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28951
__label__wiki	0.806629	0.806629	Business Other News 20 Jun 2019 Hotels, firms cut ba ... Business, In Other News Hotels, firms cut back on water in Chennai DECCAN CHRONICLE. \| SUDARSHAN VARADHAN Published Jun 20, 2019, 12:40 am IST Updated Jun 20, 2019, 12:40 am IST Chennai is one of the 21 cities that a government think-tank warned last year could run out of ground water by 2020. This year’s monsoon is delayed, further compounding problems across a swathe of western and central India. Chennai: Hotels in Chennai are rationing water for guests amid searing heat while companies limit showers as the city of 4.6 million faces its worst shortage in years. All four reservoirs that supply Chennai, known as the Detroit of South Asia for its flourishing automobile industry, have run dry this summer, largely because of poor monsoon rains last year. Chennai is one of the 21 cities that a government think-tank warned last year could run out of ground water by 2020. This year’s monsoon is delayed, further compounding problems across a swathe of western and central India. Employees in Chennai-based companies such as Fiat Chrysler, TCS, Wipro and Cognizant said they had been asked to cut back on water use in canteens and restrooms. US-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS), which employs thousands in the city, said it had cut down on water at its canteen and gym. “We have also switched to biodegradable plates in all our cafeterias, temporarily closed shower facilities in our gyms, and minimised the washing of utensils in our campuses by our cafeteria vendors,” CTS said in a statement. Water storage levels in the city’s four major reservoirs were one-hundredth of what they were this time last year--and at a mere 0.2 per cent of capacity, according to state government data. Chennai is entirely dependent on the northeast monsoon that begins in October. The last three months of 2018 received lower than average rainfall, with the deficit rising to as much as 80 per cent in December, according to India’s weather office. Ananda, a small hotel in southern Chennai, had a notice at its entrance warning of a water shortage. “It’s not just us, all the hotels run the risk of shutting down because there’s hardly enough water,” said P. Chandrasekhar, a supervisor at the hotel. State authorities said they had stepped up water supplies to the city each year. “In 2017, we were supplying 450 million litres of water. Now we are supplying 525 million litres per day,” S. P. Velumani, the Minister for Municipal Administration, said. But across town, residents could be seen crowded around water tankers in temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius, holding buckets often amid scuffles. Tags: tamil nadu water crisis ITI's Rs 1,600-cr FPO to open on Friday 63 Indian millionaires have more money than the Union Budget for 2018-19: Oxfam India curbs on palm oil imports from Malaysia: Mahathir rules out retaliation No dearth of money, plan to spend Rs 5 lakh cr on infra: Gadkari More From Other News ED attaches Rs 78-crore assets of Chanda Kochhars Trump says China trade deal may be signed shortly after Jan 15 India's oil demand growth set to overtake China by mid-2020s: IEA Union Budget must focus on economic growth by boosting real estate: NAREDCO RBI announces auction of 63-day Govt of India Cash Management Bill	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28952
__label__wiki	0.64101	0.64101	Deep Emancipation Story of Deep Capture Judd Bagley Patrick Byrne was right all along September 2, 2009 46 sec read We’ve long maintained here at Deep Capture that Charlie Gasparino is possibly the most insightful figure at CNBC. Today, Mr. Gasparino underscored that status while on air with Joe Grano, former CEO at UBS Financial Services and an early predictor of the current financial crisis. Grano’s interview was set to coincide with the upcoming first anniversary of the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers — commonly recognized as the event that sparked the meltdown — and attempted to answer the question, “what have we learned?” Along the way, the following exchange took place: Co-Host: …doesn’t that eliminate a lot of the need for all this call for legislation? Grano: A good part of it. And as long as you limit to a degree some of the leverage. I don’t believe in naked shorts, I don’t believe in naked credit default swaps when there’s really not a counterparty there because all you’re doing is levering into the sky. We don’t need that and it has nothing to do with our… Gasparino: Patrick Byrne was right, all along…the Overstock guy…that everybody made fun of and then every Wall Street CEO mimics him right now. Grano: In length of speculative excess there’s no question. For taking a position that is undoubtedly very unpopular at CNBC, the Deep Capture team salutes Charlie Gasparino. Judd Bagley Follow #Charlie Gasparino #CNBC « SAC Capital Gets “Tips” from Goldman; If Only There Were a Pattern The Register weighs in on our crusade » Chapter 1 of a book-length story about the financial underworld and the vulnerability of the U.S. markets to deliberate attacks Apr 29, 2011 0 sec read The Miscreants’ Global Bust-Out: Preface In some respects the financial crisis is what the Mafia calls a "bust-out", but on a gigantic scale. Apr 28, 2011 56 sec read Barry Minkow’s short trip from ex-felon to current-felon Barry Minkow’s sudden return from ex-felon to current-felon has come as a surprise to some, but not to the Deep Capture team; for we... 53 Replies to “Patrick Byrne was right all along” Pingback: Paying On Time - Credit Cards » Patrick Byrne was right all along Lenofus says: Charlie was not a fan early on. Matter of fact, who was. For him to do this, to actually proclaim it, is huge. He has the ear of the big boys. Absolutely monumental day for the Baloney Brigade. We need tee shirts and hats. Pingback: Patrick Byrne was right all along \| YoGoG.com clearthinker says: OK – it’s not just Fox and the Glenn Beck show anymore. And if Patrick had it right along – who had it WRONG? Senator Kaufman -are you listening? The SEC They got Madoff “wrong” They got Stanford “wrong” They got Samberg/Pequot/Mack/Aguirre “wrong” They out in emergency naked hsort selling rules last year to protect who? Some of those protected have been involved in naked short selling and highly leveraged CRAP. End this….end it NOW! ron doc says: Truth will out. The question is will we have a finacial system when it does? High five’s for Patrick. He is one Brave man! To all, please don’t fall asleep, GASPARINO is not a good guy. Just watch!! This what he did was a good thing but he is as criminal as the rest of these CNBC Commentators, he is also a drunk.Review his whole body of work to see and verify what I am stating. Tar_&_Feather_Them says: GV you’re da man! Give credit where credit is due! Patchie says: Gasparino is the same after the fact windbag that Cramer is. Neither has an ounce of honesty or integrity. Cramer still claims he is the ONLY one who is fighting the abuses of naked short selling after denying it’s existence and denying it’s impact on the market for years. Cramer only changed when it was hurting him personally and financially. Gasparino is no different. He will be back sucking up to the main perpetrators of the abuse in no time. If Charlie were a man of courage and conviction he would grow some balls and research and report on who it is that engages in short selling. But then again, how would he get paid thereafter if he did such research? A little off topic but I think relevant.. Drug giant Pfizer to pay record $2.3B fine Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has agreed to pay a record $2.3 billion settlement to resolve criminal and civil liability for illegally promoting certain pharmaceuticals, the Justice Department announced. full story mhelburn says: While CNBC was giving more time to those denying the existence of naked shorting, they weren’t investigating it. They came on and do a “he says, she says” and make a “controversy” out something that was criminal behavior and brought down the economy. After naked shorting in stocks, bonds, CDS, the economy is in a shambles and people are harmed, then all of a sudden, the damage is recognized and the people who pointed to the corruption are no longer seen as whackjobs, but as astute students of the market.. Why aren’t they pointing fingers at the guys who were denying the problem and question why they were so anxious to spin the lies? It doesn’t take a whole lot of savvy to figure out why they were out to defame Patrick and anyone who was willing to point out the corruption. Could Charlie have done a better job? He acted as a neutral mediator as if the issue wouldn’t have dire consequences. Charlie probably didn’t have a clue as to the size of the corruption.. just a little corruption… when his buddy Cramer was telling people how he was able to manipulate the market. One of their bigger draws admits to criminal behavior and nobody blinked… until Jon Stewart brought it out. And it became nothing more than an uncomfortable moment for Cramer.. when he should have been prosecuted for what he was doing. Jim Hall says: Need more proof that the mafia runs the country?: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/02/madoff-claimed-he-was-on_n_275844.html Yeah, sure, Soros is prescient: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/soros-grows-while-many-rival-firms-shrink-2009-09-01 Does this mean I won’t have to watch Patrick on Glenn Beck’s show anymore? Dick Keane says: go to this two sites. Patrick Byrne is in the movie Stock Shock http://www.stockshockmovie.com http://www.twitter.com/stockshockmovie Get great info on topic. GOOD NEWS!!! There is finally a great movie out about stock market manipulation, the SEC, and short selling called: “Stock Shock.” Patrick Byrne is in the movie-Stock Shock. He is a hero! Amazon has it or stockshockmovie.com has a trailer. Bill G. says: Mark & Judd- This looks wonderful on the DeepCapture web site. I have already sent it on to my Senator and Congressman and asked them to watch it. Congratulations to Mark, Patrick and Judd for your years of difficult research to expose this problem that Joe Grano sums up in a couple of sentences. In contrast to their conclusion, I think all of us feel the need for new legislation to protect the average investor from having to deal with these miscreant hedge funds on a daily basis while the SEC, who is supposed to protect us from Naked Short Selling and other indignities, gives an approving “wink and a nod”, to the market manipulators. Keep up the good work and also a salute to Charlie Gasparino who I had written off as another hedge fund shill and windbag, but for whom I now have newfound respect for his fairness. iStandUp says: What was stated on CNBC the other day about Patrick being right all along, reminds me a the following cartoon on this topic, which I found on the NPR.org website…. Four Naked men (topless) are shown around a table, and these men are described the bottom of this cartoon as: “Prime Broker Brainstorming Session” “Emperors of New York?” The one standing naked man (only topless) asks the following question: ANY OTHER IDEAS FOR CONVINCING PEOPLE THAT NAKED SHORT SELLING IS NOT A PROBLEM? To the right of this man, there is a drawing board with an image of a clown wearing a dunce cap and Patrick’s last name “BYRNE” in the lower right hand corner. To the right of this clown image is a large presentation pad with the statement: ONLY DUMMIES OR CROOKS COMPLAIN ABOUT NAKED SHORT SELLING ( http://media.npr.org/blogs/globalpoolofmoney/images/2008/09/naked_2.jpg ) As this cartoon indicates, all the attacks upon Patrick Byrne were contrived by the Wall Street Criminals and their supporters who wanted to continue their criminal activities unrecognized and unhampered. As this cartoon indicates… Patrick Byrne was right, all along!!! May the Wall Street Criminals be recognized and hampered with prison terms! Taken from a poster on Investorsvillage on the OSTK messageboard. Sin-ator Chuckie on the SEC That’s it Chuckie. Now that the fox has cleaned out the chicken coop, raise a ruckus. September 3, 2009, 12:42 PM ET ‘Shocking’ Madoff Report Prompts Schumer to Propose a Self-Funded SEC Kara Scannell reports on the Securities and Exchange Commission. When Congress returns next week New York Democratic Sen. Charles Schumer said today he will introduce legislation that would allow the Securities and Exchange Commission to fund itself and no longer rely on the budget and appropriations process. Schumer contends it would bolster the SEC’s funding substantially. For example, in 2007 the SEC was granted a budget of $880 million by Congress, but the SEC took in about $1.5 billion in fees collected from financial institutions. SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro has said she would support a self-funding model for the agency. Schumer is introducing the bill in response to what he called a “shocking” report that was released in part Wednesday by the SEC Inspector General detailing the agency’s failure to follow through on six tips that could have uncovered Bernard Madoff’s multi-billion Ponzi schemes. (For more on the report, read today’s story in The Wall Street Journal.) “In the 28 years I’ve been an elected official I’ve rarely seen an IG report that is this shocking. It shows monumental incompetence,” Schumer said. He called the SEC examiners and enforcement attorneys “a gang that couldn’t shoot straight.” And said the “level of incompetence is the worst we’ve seen of a government agency since [Federal Emergency Management Agency’s] handling of [Hurricane] Katrina.” The New York Democrat said he hoped an increased budget would allow the staff to better train, recruit, and keep skilled investigators and examiners, and update its technology to better detect problems across the market. He said he hoped the bill would be included as part of a broader regulatory overhaul package that he expects to pass by year’s end. Financial services regulation appears to have lost some momentum this year as lawmakers have had to shift their priorities. But Schumer said that’s not so and noted there are meetings and discussions taking place behind the scenes to move legislation forward. “Unlike healthcare, with regulatory reform the basic paradigm of what should be done is more or less accepted,” he said. http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2009/09/03/shocking-madoff-report-prompts-schumer-to-propose-a-self-funded-sec/ Here is what is wrong with Chuckie “shyster” Schuster. The SEC is funded by a budget. The excess money the SEC pulls in annually is allocated to other funded/budgeted federal programs. Under the Schumer proposal he will not be offering up budget contractions elsewhere, but only offer to provide more funding to the SEC though this smoke and mirrors program. Last year the SEC pulled in $1.8 Billion with a budget of $900 Million. The excess paid for other programs. Under Schumer, that extra $900 million comes out of taxpayers. The SEC doesn’t need more money to spend on incompetence, it needs more competence by those the SEC spends it’s money. The supervisors pulling in the highest dollars are mainly at fault here the same way senior managers were at fault for firing Gary Aguirre. Throwing more money at those people will resolve nothing. It will just create more victims downstream. Patchie, I agree. Lack of money is Not the issue the SEC has. The SEC management as fraternity brothers with the people they are suppose to police do NOT have the will to stop the Wall Street Criminals. Senator Schuster has taken a play from the SEC play-book… Always pretend you are doing something to solve a Wall Street problem so the common man and woman are fooled into thinking you are concerned for their welfare. When the SEC states in print, as it recently did, that Naked [Counterfeit] Shorting is NOT a CRIME, how can anyone think they are concerned about the welfare of the common man and woman? Giving the SEC Management more money is Not going to change the fact that Naked [Counterfeit] Shorting is NOT a CRIME in the United States according to SEC Management and SEC Commissioners. Yes, oh sure, we can trust Schumer. If Patrick didn’t get on cnbc and start talking about sith lords and other nonsensical characters he would have been taken more seriously right from the get go. Off topic but totally on point: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125200842406984303.html How Team of Geeks Cracked the Spy Trade These are the guys that should help all existing Naked Short lawsuits If they can figure out suicide bomder networks in Iraq thay can figure out Wall Street Criminals. If this article is’nt a SMOKING GUN then What is?? Ex-SEC Lawyer: Madoff Report Misses Point SEPTEMBER 4, 2009, 6:14 A.M. ET Save This ↓ More By SUZANNE BARLYN NEW YORK — A former Securities and Exchange Commission lawyer who investigated Bernard Madoff in 2004 says the new report on how the agency failed to uncover his massive fraud places too much blame on staff examiners and overly generalizes about their “inexperience.” Genevievette Walker-Lightfoot told Dow Jones Newswires on Thursday the SEC inspector general should have focused more of his attention on how supervisors, rather than the staff examiners and investigators, handled the agency’s many stillborn probes of Mr. Madoff. An executive summary of the report, released on Wednesday, repeatedly emphasized what it described as the inexperience, confusion and limited expertise of staff assigned to at least six investigations involving Madoff since 1992. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot — who recommended more action in a 2004 investigation that was shelved — said those descriptions were overly simple, and the summary generalized too much. “My experience is a key example,” she said. “Here was someone who raised red flags and said “We need to look into these things.” But I wasn’t senior management, so it wasn’t my call.” The full report is expected on Friday, and she said she would reserve final judgment on it until then. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot, who is now a lawyer for the Federal Reserve Board, was part of a four-person team in the SEC’s Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations, or OCIE, who investigated Mr. Madoff’s firm in 2004. She informed a supervisor of inconsistencies she learned of during her review and suggested following up. Instead, her team was ultimately diverted to another case. The inspector general’s conclusions should have considered what other levels in the bureaucracy did, she said. “It would have been more insightful to take a more holistic approach”. Her involvement in the case was first reported in July by the Washington Post, which said she left the SEC in 2006 after filing a hostile workplace complaint. It was settled in her favor, the Post reported. In the interview with Dow Jones Newswires, she said members of the SEC’s investigative teams had varied skill levels that the inspector general, H. David Kotz, doesn’t adequately address in the summary. “He talked a lot about the team as an aggregate,” she said. The lead person on any team, she said, typically had a breadth of knowledge or experience about the issues at hand. Her team’s investigation required at least one examiner who understood options — a skill that Ms. Walker-Lightfoot had, having worked at an equity and options exchange for about two years prior to joining the SEC. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot’s supervisors included Mark Donohue, who still works at the agency, and Eric Swanson, then an assistant director who ultimately married Mr. Madoff’s niece, Shana, the former compliance attorney for his firm. The inspector general found that Mr. Swanson’s romantic relationship didn’t influence the SEC’s conduct during its Madoff investigations. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot’s review of Madoff documents revealed inconsistencies, such as certain transactions purportedly conducted by Mr. Madoff’s firm that settled on a Sunday. “Anyone in the securities business knows they don’t settle on the weekend,” she said. She also noticed that equities transactions reported by Mr. Madoff often settled in one, four or six days instead of three, which is the industry standard. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot said her role during nearly five years as an SEC staff attorney, where she worked from 2001 to 2006, was to provide advice and opinions. “My opinion was that we needed to ask more questions,” she said. But the SEC boxed up that opinion, and there it sat, she said. Ms. Walker-Lightfoot said she still hadn’t completely absorbed the effects of her SEC experience. “For me, as a federal employee with almost 10 years of service, I’m disappointed that experienced people who contributed greatly on those teams are now going to have their reputations sort of blemished,” she said. SEC inspector general, H. David Kotz, reached by telephone, said he considered it premature for Ms. Walker-Lightfoot to criticize the summary before the full response was released. He described himself as “befuddled” by her remarks. Mr. Kotz noted the decision to release the summary was made by SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro, not by his office. Write to Suzanne Barlyn at suzanne.barlyn@wsj.com I really wouldn’t exactly trumpet Gasparino, or anyone on CNBC(Criminals Not Being Caught), as a champion of real investors so much as gamers turning the market into a upside-down, cirque de soleil, whorehouse of a hellride. dean parisian says: Good job Charlie. Maybe you should get ahold of Jeff Liddle and do an expose on all the shenanigans at Merrill Lynch over the years. Mr. Liddle knows of what he speaks. You might make a mint. With kudos to Dr. Brynes, some of us remember very well the day Patrick took a call during a company cc……. He listened politely while the coming naked short attack heading for ostk was explained to him. You could almost hear him thinking…. “Trouble with open conferences is you might have to listen to some wack job calling himself bob o brian, aka ‘THE EASTER BUNNY’ of all things How polite do I have to be to him?”LOL…… After the predictions bobo made had all come true, the wheels began to turn….. Soooo, I’ll stick with my greatest praise directed towards the Easter Bunny, and all the early fighters, who have mostly disappeared. Heroes, from the early obscure efforts, in the quest for justice…… harveydawabbitt says: wouldnt it be real cool to see some prime time commercial spots about deepcapture around 8pm on the alphabet channels? HINT HINT!!!! Is it getting hotter in here or is it just me appreciating all the negative publicity of our Captured SEC officals? Well here goes some more… Major coverage of Pee-Qwat, Aguirre, Mack in Boston Globe Samberg’s Pequot hedge fund, Gary Aguirre’s investigation, cover ups, Senate inquiries, etc. all covered in this excellent summation of “L’Affaire Aguirre.” Renewed case peers at hedge fund SEC dropped early review, but new revelations force agency’s hand By Scot J. Paltrow, Globe Correspondent \| September 6, 2009 In 2005, just as the peril to his business and reputation looked most dire, legendary hedge fund pioneer Arthur Samberg got a surprise reprieve. The Securities and Exchange Commission was zeroing in on evidence investigators believed showed that the vaunted high returns to investors in his Pequot Capital Management had been boosted by illegal tips of inside information. The suspected leaks involved several of the biggest US companies, including Microsoft Corp. and General Electric Co., and leading Wall Street figures such as John Mack, now Morgan Stanley’s chairman and chief executive. As the investigation reached a fever pitch, though, the SEC abruptly backed off. Soon it dropped the case without filing charges. But beginning late last year, new evidence came from an unlikely source…… Full story: http://www.boston.com/business/markets/articles/2009/09/06/renewed_case_peers_at_hedge_fund/ The above story is incredible. Pingback: Twitted by BdsmVideos I love the fact that the SEC persists in casing minnows while whales like Golden Slacks can take a large dump in the pool anytime they want – an increasingly dark pool – I would add… I was right..its getting very hot in here… ‘Capitalism: A Love Story’ Michael Moore This Is It! World Premiere of ‘Capitalism: A Love Story’ Tonight …a message from Michael Moore Well, this is it! Tonight, at the Venice Film Festival, I will premiere my new movie, “Capitalism: A Love Story.” After 16 months of production, I am proud to present this work of mine to you. It is unlike anything you’ll see on the silver screen this year. Twenty years ago this week I premiered my first film, “Roger & Me.” Tonight, my new film will premiere at the oldest film festival in the world, the Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy. It is an incredible honor they’ve bestowed on us, and we feel very privileged to be able to present “Capitalism: A Love Story” tonight in Venice. The director of the festival said that our movie was “incredibly symphonic” and that he was moved by its epic nature. Jeez, these Italians! Everything’s an opera to them! But seriously, I do believe we’ve made something that will knock your socks off. I showed it to a friend of mine last week and he said, “It’s your most dangerous film yet.” (But I assure you, you’ll be completely safe watching it in your local theater.) I’ve kept a pretty tight lid on what we’ve been up to while making this movie and you’re about to see exactly what that means. It isn’t easy, in the age of YouTube and the internet, to keep something like this under wraps, but we’ve pulled it off and I can’t wait to show you this latest effort of mine. So wish us well tonight. We’ll be home soon to open the movie all across the country (September 23rd in New York and L.A., October 2nd everywhere else). I’ll leave you with a quote from Thomas Jefferson: “Banking establishments are more dangerous than standing armies.” MMFlint@aol.com P.S. If you haven’t seen the new trailer for the movie, check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhydyxRjujU Goldman is being pick on alot these days huh?? Poor Billionaires.. http://www.nypost.com/p/news/business/how_goldman_sachs_problems_are_hurting_7cILuZPN6XJW2aSIJWg5UK Both investors and other firms on Wall Street need to know what’s going on, or the financial markets will never be considered fair again. Some ambitious politician like Andrew Cuomo, New York State’s Attorney General, might be up to giving Goldman a full investigation. But this is really a job that Washington should do. Either the Congressional Oversight Committee or the Justice Department should start doing their job. And if any investigator gets grief from the Treasury, then we will automatically know that there has been wrongdoing. Meanwhile, investors should know they could be walking into the third act of a major drama. And with the stock market in a mini-bubble since March, even without justification in economic fundamentals, be prepared if the curtain suddenly drops. ” From the above mentioned N.Y.Post article Finally mainstream is taking the gloves off and only 2 years too late..not bad hh? IF THERE WERE ONLY A PATTERN!!! Patrick Byrne says: Those of you surprised by the Aguirre story should read around more in Deepcapture. All that is coming out now was written about in DeepCapture (or its predecessor, the Overstock Auctions Message board) years ago. https://deepcapture.com/a-general-theory-of-capture/ https://deepcapture.com/wall-street-captures-the-sec/ Still, it is an amazing story when you first hear it. It may interest you to know that Mr. Aguirre spoke at a conference in October 2007 about his travails. i followed him: that speechw as recorded and turned into DeepCapturethemovie.com (on this site). in it, I mention how Aguirre is a true American hero, and for that, the Establishment press would vilify him forever. With today’s story in the Boston Globe, I am glad to see I turned out to be wrong. Since when does integrity and ethics have a relationship with any media outlet whether it be broadcast or print. Those who are OBJECTIVE know that one is either integrious/etheical/righteous or they are NOT. Gasparino’s is an investigative journalist. He didn’t do his job. He’s no hero. He’s no crusader. He’s one who could havve been a champion but chose to not do so. It doesn’t matter whether he works for CNBC or FOX. Intergity doesn’t know which is which. Shame on him and shame on those who are like him. Judd/Mark/Patrick/Patch/Bobo and the many who work tirelessly to present the truth are the heros. And they do it not for reward but because they know the TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE. I realize that deals are being cut all over the place and as they are done some whitewashing is occurring. I’d appreciate it if we didn’t lose focus of the TRUTH. Gaspirino didn’t do his job years ago. And that’s the bottom line. This is the real Charlie Gasparino. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFUphoSXU7A&NR=1 Charlie the drunk…. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDj8vyQoz10&feature=related Patchie. If Gasparino was integrous he would have been out front championing the truth YEARS AGO as YOU/Patrick have been doing for YEARS. Then again there are MANY who could have been doing such. Instead as you know Gasparino was just one of many who dissed those who were attempting to educate and protect investors. So what to do with him and the many like him. IGNORE HIM and support those who are champions. Mark/Judd/Yourself/Patrick and the many who post here that do comprehend what the words ethical/integrous/righteous mean. Thanks. It is appreciated and respected. Madoff, Stanford,Samberg, Mack, J. Paulsen and whoever else that was a billionaire that was accused of corruption amd passed over by the SEC while they were thoroughly investigating the real big Scams like CMKM Diamonds, USXP, Eagleteck, JAGH, SDNA. Not to forget companies that have no juice such as TASR, DNDN, OSTK and the many others that took precidence over the 65 billion and 8 billion dollar Ponzi scheme. “If there were only a pattern” The Lehman takedown Good one here: http://www.opednews.com/articles/Economic-9-11-Did-Lehman-by-Ellen-Brown-090907-844.html LET THE CHIPS FALL WHERE THEY MAY!!!! Someone has to go to JAIL!!! Did Lehman Fall or was it pushed? http://www.opednews.com/articles/Economic-9-11-Did-Lehman-by-Ellen-Brown-090907-844.html Dick Fuld, Lehman’s: http://www.reuters.com/article/ousivMolt/idUSTRE5864CH20090907 Jim, what’s the matter? Did the same link that I provided in my post before yours re” LEH being pushed not work?? It worked fine for me. LOL!!! Sorry Sean! Here’s a new quote from a NYT article on A New Gordon Gekko movie planned by Oliver Stone(D): “”Mr. Stone also had conversations with Jim Chanos, a prominent hedge fund manager who urged him to focus less on hedge funds and more on the banking system. “There was a much more important story, a bigger story, in what happened with the system,” Mr. Chanos said.”” http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/08/movies/08stone.html?_r=1 No problem Jim just kidding around with ya. But nice piece on the Chanos convo. with Oliver Stone.. There is more than enough corruption to go around huh? Sean, amazing how Chanos has likely bribed his way into the movie business. He probably calls it an ‘investment’. The SEC won’t even protect its own family from ponzi schemes: http://www.newsinferno.com/archives/12169 Article on Judd and Patrick. http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/09/08/yahoo_message_board_vuln/ Long Island Rabbi says: so long Dr P U R gonna. says: Patrick Byrne is……………smile Pingback: "If you sit down at a poker table and in 15 minutes you haven't figured out who the pigeon is, you're the pigeon." – Charlie Munger \| Deep Capture Pingback: Come Watch the Sausage As It's Being Made \| Deep Capture Leave a Reply to eric Cancel reply © Copyright 2011-2019 Deep Capture LLC -- Visit the Minds DeepCapture Community @PatrickByrne	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28953
__label__wiki	0.893523	0.893523	Def Leppard Report Indulge in all things Def Leppard! TOUR DATES / TICKETS Def Leppard Song Spotlight: Photograph (A Whole New Perspective) Last updated on September 30, 2019 Leave a Comment It’s hard to believe that Def Leppard’s song “Photograph” was an (unfinished) leftover track from their High ‘n’ Dry album. I’m not sure what’s more difficult to imagine: “Photograph” on the High ‘n’ Dry album, or the song not appearing on Pyromania’s tracklisting. “Photograph” Best Represents Pyromania Pyromania would not have been a massive success without “Photograph.” The song was the album’s first — and most successful — single, peaking at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In recent years, here’s how Billboard.com described “Photograph”: “The classic first chords of the No. 12-peaking “Photograph” are the equivalent of revving an engine before a drag race. Between [Joe] Elliott’s mile-high cries and [Phil] Collen utterly owning the solo on the Pyromania track, it’s one of the quintet’s most passionate and best-performed songs.” That definitely sums it up well and further reiterates why “Photograph” remains as enjoyable today as it did back in 1983. An immense amount of credit goes to Steve Clark for coming up with the song’s unforgettable guitar riff, and to producer Mutt Lange for coming up with the line “All I’ve got is a photograph” during the song’s creation and putting all the pieces together to create one of Def Leppard’s greatest classics. And what perfect timing for Phil Collen to join the band around that time as well and contribute his own exceptional guitar solo. Def Leppard’s “Photograph”: A Whole New Perspective Speaking of Joe Elliott’s “mile-high cries” and Mutt Lange’s incomparable multi-layered production, it’s fascinating to listen to a version of Def Leppard’s “Photograph” when it primarily focuses on Joe’s vocals, especially when you know what the song ultimately sounds like once all the pieces are put together. MUST READ Def Leppard's Steve Clark: A Tribute For your enjoyment and amusement, here’s “Photograph” — spotlighting Joe Elliott’s vocals (along with backing tracks) — it’s like you’re hearing the song for the very first time, and it’s a lot of fun: Listening to this version adds a whole new appreciation to the vocals, the final version of the song, and Mutt Lange’s brilliant overall production. You can view the official Def Leppard “Photograph” music video (along with ALL of Def Leppard’s official music videos) here. And in case you’re interested in adding a Def Leppard “Photograph” t-shirt to your wardrobe, it’s available — click on the shirt below to go to its Amazon page: “Photograph”: Imitated But Never Duplicated Over the years, Def Leppard’s “Photograph” has been covered by the likes of Chris Daughtry/Santana, Jani Lane, and The All-American Rejects, among others. They’re respectable efforts (though some versions are definitely better than others), but the original still reigns supreme. Decades after its release, Def Leppard’s version still crackles with energy and remains radio-friendly fresh. DefLeppardReport.com ranks “Photograph” the #1 track on the Pyromania album. Here’s a snippet of what was said about the song: “Just about as perfect as a Def Leppard power-pop song can get — filled with Steve Clark‘s massive, trademark guitar riffs (and a guitar solo courtesy of newcomer at the time, Phil Collen), soaring hooks, and unforgettable stadium-sized harmonies.” A complete song ranking and review of all 115 songs from Def Leppard’s original studio albums can be read here. Filed Under: Views Tagged With: Photograph, Pyromania, Song Spotlight Like! Like! (Till You Drop) Tour Dates & Buy Tickets! Def Leppard Slang Album Anniversary (23 Years) Def Leppard On Through The Night Album Anniversary (39 Years Ago) Def Leppard Hysteria Album Anniversary (32 Years) Def Leppard's Steve Clark: A Tribute Def Leppard Songs Ranked: All 115 Original Studio Album Tracks Reviewed! Merchandise & More! All Official Music Videos! 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__label__cc	0.525314	0.474686	Obama Get Your Paws off Julian Assange Do you remember being lied to by big media and government officials that Iraq was a threat? Try to remember the lies, by the minute, committed by people in elected offices in many countries. Then look at the people telling the lies, and the people such as Rupert Murdoch, who used his media to purchase a war story. The NATO allies of the United States are still in Afghanistan fighting a useless war with no victory in sight. Over 1 million dead and an entire nation in ruins due to the reckless meanderings of an unelected President of the United States. Today the same man, Bush Jr., wanders about talking about torture as though it is a candy. How can any sane person look at Iraq and say that destroying a people and their nation is a worthy cause? Wait a minute, the same nut case Bush Jr., said they were a part of an axis of evil. The exact same media, owned mostly by Murdoch, played the story every minute until people started believing Iraq was doing something. We count dead soldiers into the thousands yet the media rarely mentions the millions of dead civilians. Big media repeats the endless lies that the situation is getting better for the people of Iraq. How is it possible that countless bombs, tanks and munitions makes life better for anyone? Today there are video games to enhance an otherwise boring life with vivid color of death and destruction. It is all so entertaining unless it happens to us. Suddenly it is not so funny because we may have known someone in those buildings. It may have been a spouse, child, aunt, uncle, a friend or a friend of a friend. Since 2002 big media showed us very little real action about the wars going on in Afghanistan, Iraq, Palestine, Pakistan and now Yemen. The armed forces coming home dead were not talked about by almost anyone or shown on television. Wounded forces by the thousands were shuttled away out of sight into oblivion. Do you remember what Scott Ritter, the U.N. weapons inspector, said about Iraq? Let's refresh our memory with this video. Is anyone a little interested as to why the economy has dropped into a depression? Big media still calls it a recession or the double-dip recession for their own selfish reasons. Trillions of dollars have gone to pay for all these wars with people, who in fact, did nothing to us. Keep in mind that the so called hijackers were from Saudi Arabia and that Bin Laden comes from a very wealthy Saudi family. Rather than attack Saudi Arabia, the media and government officials taught us how to fire a gun, the way Dick Cheney does. Here is it December 2010 and the biggest media giants continue to tell lies about the wars and corruption. However, a slight change is taking place, due to a few soldiers and a group called WikiLeaks founded by Julian Assange. It started earlier this year with the first disclosures from WikiLeaks. As the truth about the bankers, and huge corporate welfare bums began to show during this year, so to did the truth about the wars. The real reason behind the attacks on Julian Assange is that the lies are showing us who did the lying. We are getting to see the horror of those wars and the extent to which governments are covering up the myths. Murdoch and his media empire are beginning to feel the pinch as people search for the leaked documents. The documents are naming names of those responsible for the numbers of unemployed, homeless due to bankers fraud, military spending and hidden bribes. Canadian minority Government leader PM Harper let his adviser openly called for the murder of Julian Assange. Every day the documents are opening our eyes to the extent of absolute power in full corruption. Show your support for Julian Assange and WikiLeaks in whatever way you can find possible. We must hold our Governments, the profiting Corporations, big Media and Bankers responsible for every lie. They had no problem throwing us on the street, destroying our jobs, our families, wiping out our bank accounts along with our freedoms. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will remain in custody until at least December 14th, when a British court will take up a Swedish request for extradition. Assange has not been charged with a crime but is wanted for questioning in Sweden on allegations of unlawful sexual contact with two women. Assange has maintained his innocence and called the case a political witch-hunt that has intensified with WikiLeaks release of secret U.S. diplomatic cables. Amy Goodman speaks with his attorney, Jennifer Robinson. Labels:reviews,film,books,music,politics,new WikiLeaks Julian Assange truth support Democracy NOW Yahoo YouTube MSN internet war economy finance crime Stephen Harper Obama Rupert Murdoch media	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28958
__label__wiki	0.772444	0.772444	Parents' outrage after popular drama teacher handed out SEX SURVEY to high school students on first day of class Theater arts teacher Bob Dye, 58, has been suspended with pay Handed out two-page, 50-question survey that included a 'sex' section Dye has worked at Ledford high School since 2005 Investigation started after a 15-year-old girl showed the survey to her father By Snejana Farberov Investigated: Ledford High School drama teacher Bob Dye was suspended with pay for handing out a survey to his students containing racy questions A high school teacher in Thomasville, North Carolina, has found himself in hot water after parents said he handed out a survey to students on the first day of class asking them racy questions about their sex life. Ledford High School drama teacher Bob Dye wrote the two-page, 50-question survey for a theater arts class which included a section under the heading ‘sex.’ Parent Mike Shore said he was outraged when his 15-year-old daughter brought the questionnaire home from school this week. ‘I’m just super paranoid about stuff like that,’ Shore told WGHP. The parent explained that his daughter was reading the questions out loud while going over the survey when he heard something that piqued his interest. The two-page survey starts out with innocuous questions like ‘Do you consider yourself and extrovert or introvert?’ But towards the end of the questionnaire comes the five-question section labelled ‘sex.’ Among the racy questions the students were asked to answer were: ‘What form of seduction do you like the most?’ and ‘What's the most sensual or sexual part about you?’ Veteran teacher: Dye has worked at Ledford High School in Thomasville, North Carolina, since 2005 and headed a youth summer theater program Risque: Students at Mr Dye's theater arts class came home on the first day of school with a two-page survey which included a section labeled 'sex' Misunderstanding: A member of a Facebook group created in support of Dye said that the teacher said that students were not obligated to answer the sex questions Shore said that the questions are just too personal to be asked in any class, even sexual education. ‘I just really didn’t think these were appropriate questions for a child to be answering,’ he said, adding that if he were to ask a child on the street something of that nature, he would be either shot or hauled off to jail. Concerned dad: Mike Shore said he was outraged when he discovered that the survey his 15-year-old daughter received from her teacher contained personal questions about sex Davidson County School District Public Information Director Donna Stafford told the Daily Mail in a phone interview on Thursday that Dye has been suspended with pay beginning August 29 for the purpose of an investigation. Dye, 58, has worked at Ledford since August of 2005, according to the school district spokesperson. Beside teaching drama at the school, Dye is also the director of the Davidson County Youth Summer Theater Program, which has staged student productions of Godspell, Disney's The Jungle Boo, and the Wizard of Oz. Fine the exam boards which mark unfairly, urge teachers as... Math teacher, 37, arrested after husband finds camera with... Since his suspension, parents and students created a Facebook group in support of the popular teacher called Team Dye. Members of the online community called the 58-year-old man a role model and an inspiring figure. Some commenters on the page have blamed the 15-year-old student for taking the survey out of context and going to the media. One person went further, saying that the girl fell asleep in class and therefore did not hear that Dye told the students that they were not obligated to answer the sex-related questions. It remains unknown how many students were given the survey. Shore said his daughter dropped the class after the first day. No comments have so far been submitted. Why not be the first to send us your thoughts, or debate this issue live on our message boards.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28961
__label__wiki	0.888814	0.888814	Remains of ANOTHER stillborn child sent to laundry service in Minnesota Published: 02:03 EST, 20 April 2013 \| Updated: 10:25 EST, 20 April 2013 It's a horrifying disclosure from a hospital in Minnesota. Officials with Regions Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in Minneapolis-St. Paul, have confirmed that the remains of a stillborn baby were mistakenly sent to a laundry service that had actually discovered another stillborn's remains earlier this week. According to the Associated Press the hospital has taken full responsibility and is in the process of investigating which employee made the error. This was the second stillborn sent to a laundry mat in Red Wing, prompting inquiries from Regions and the Minnesota Department of Health The hospital did apologize to both families although the identities cannot be released Chief nursing officer Chris Boese told the media, 'a tragic human error was made and we believe both sets of remains were mistaken as empty linens and placed in the laundry at the same time by a hospital worker.' Regions sees about 2,500 births a year, of which about twenty to twenty-five are stillborn. Families with stillborns can either make their own arrangements or allow the hospital to work with local groups that can bury or cremate the bodies. Details about the families cannot be disclosed by the hospital. The hospital, however, has apologized to both families. Father stabbed 12-year-old daughter to death in front of... Two children found 'living in filth' in tiny storage unit... 'It unfortunately may be that we just will not know what happened with the remains,' said Boese. Hospital CEO Brock Nelson has said that the hospital will be implementing several changes to make sure such mistakes never happens again. The hospital will be adding more security and using tracking processes for births. Nelson also confirmed they were working with Minnesota's Department of Health. The laundry mat, called Crothall Laundry, is located in Red Wing, about 45 miles southeast of St. Paul. Police Chief Roger Pohlman was called into the scene to investigate the remains. . 2ND STILLBORN'S REMAINS MAY HAVE GONE TO LAUNDRY Remains of second stillborn child sent to laundry mat in Minnesota	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28962
__label__wiki	0.813765	0.813765	Welsh Government spends £1.7m shooting and promoting 60 second tourism video But body says it should be viewed as an investment as Visit Wales campaigns have generated additional £356m for the Welsh economy Jez Hemming The Welsh Government has been slammed for spending £1.7m on shooting and promoting a 60 second tourism video. Aberconwy AM Janet Finch-Saunders said the total cost of the ‘Year Of The Sea’ ad was a “financial scandal” for which Welsh tourism minister Lord Dafydd Elis-Thomas should be held accountable. It stars Welsh actor Luke Evans who can be seen piloting a seaplane, which takes flight from Llyn Gwynant over the coastline of Wales, finally landing at sunset in Cardiff Bay. But Lord Elis-Thomas said the costs included advertisement slots up to the end of July and she had “chosen to overlook” the additional money the Welsh Government’s tourism arm, Visit Wales, brought to the country. Premier Inn submits plans for new £5.75m hotel and restaurant Visit Wales marketing had generated an additional £356m to the Welsh economy - double that of in 2013. Mrs Finch-Saunders had to appeal an original decision not to release the costs under a Freedom of Information request because of business sensitivity. Year of the Sea Advert 2018 advert promotes Wales' beautiful coastline (Image: Welsh Government) The response revealed that for production of the video and all television and on-demand media buying costs up to the end of July 2018, amounted to £1,733,886. Customer complains about locals speaking Welsh - and this is the pub's brilliant response Mrs Finch-Saunders said: “More than anyone, as a Member who is honoured to represent a constituency which is at the forefront of the Welsh and British tourist industry, I believe that it is imperative that the Welsh Government supports the industry – which includes the need to promote Wales globally. “However, it really is unjustifiable that the Welsh Government have spent £1,733,886 – an increasing amount – on a minute long video campaign for 2018’s Year of the Sea. Luke Evans stars in the 2018 Year of the Sea advert by Visit Wales (Image: Welsh Government) “The Welsh Government needs to focus on ensuring that it is making the most of every £1 it spends, should look at investing in a marketing strategy that is clear and prioritised for a number of years rather than just one and listen to what people in the industry really want. “Indeed, over a million and a half being spent on one short video does not represent a good investment or value for money, but a financial scandal for which Lord Elis-Thomas must be held accountable”. The Welsh Government said although the advertisement, produced in German, as well as Welsh and English, was linked to the Year of the Sea, it could be re-used in the autumn and into 2019 and beyond. UK Armed forces day is taking place in North Wales - and it's going to be huge He added: “Ensuring that Wales is represented in the best possible light internationally - should be seen as an investment. “Visit Wales has an excellent marketing record, something I’m surprised that Janet Finch Saunders has again chosen to overlook. “The film was made by a Welsh company, and represents the very best of the Welsh creative industries sector. It’s something we can be very proud of as we look to spread the word about what we have on offer in Wales.” In 2019 Visit Wales will be promoting the Year Of Discovery, building on the three previous themes of Adventure, Legends and The Sea. You can have your say on this story using the comments section below North Wales NewsLIVE: Second crash sparks long delays on A55 in FlintshireOne lane has been closed as a result of the collision SnowdoniaBreathtaking images capture stunning winter snow scenes in SnowdoniaSunny skies brought out walkers to the mountains CourtsDrink driver crashed van - then called police to tell them what he had done Phillip Mills, from Buckley, was in his works vehicle when he crashed into a wooded area after misjudging a bend	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28963
__label__wiki	0.719064	0.719064	Now it’s easier than ever to find the shareable GIF with Google Images latest feature apps, contentmarketing, GIF, Google, images, news, Search, SEO, shares, Technology Since the past few months, Google has made several changes to its Search engine that made the feature more user-friendly. Now the tech giant is introducing a share GIF section where users can easily find the perfect GIF and quickly share it through WhatsApp, Gmail, and Messenger. The GIFs that will be part of the Share GIFs section are compiled in collaboration with content creators, streaming services, and movie studios. Interested GIF creators can also submit their latest creation to appear in this section by uploading them on Tenor.com. However, don’t expect the GIF area to be cluttered as Google claims that the GIFs that appear in this section will be based on their likelihood to be shared. So hopefully, the GIF you may want to share will appear amongst the top to make the task hassle-free. The new feature is currently available across all platforms including the Google app for iOS and Android and in Chrome for Android as well. The feature is yet to make an entrance on the desktop but assuming that it is more suited for mobile use – we should not vouch on it. Previously, Google announced shoppable ads in the Images feature to make it easier for the users to find the products they are interested in buying. Google is also working on the Google Lens feature that would allow users to take a photo of the object they are interested in and find a similar product online. Seems like Google is going all the way out to make its Image section more predominant for the users. What do you think? Read next: Is Google bringing the Share button to its search bar? Labels: apps contentmarketing GIF Google images news Search SEO shares Technology	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28976
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Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class. Average car rental length Economy car rental price Traffic direction Speed limit out of town 56 mi/h Speed limit within town Acceptable limit of BAC Why rent a car in Warsaw? Both the capital and geographic center of Poland, Warsaw is a vibrant, metropolitan city. With the ease of getting around the city and the wide availability of parking, though at a cost, Warsaw is convenient to visit with a rental car. However, the real benefit of renting a car is the ability to immerse yourself in the history and nature of Poland outside of its capital city. American, Australian, and New Zealand citizens should be aware that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is technically required for them to both drive and rent a car in Poland. In fact, the following companies explicitly state the necessity of an IDP: Global, Green Motion, Rentis, Sixt, Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise. Though you may find reports of people not being asked to show one when picking up their rental car, it is far safer to have one. If the rental company asks for one and you can not provide it, they may not allow you to take the car and you may lose your prepayment. If you are American, you can get an IDP from your local AAA office. Top ways to enter Warsaw Most travelers flying to Warsaw will arrive at Warsaw Frédéric Chopin Airport (WAW). The airport is the largest in Poland and is located just 8 km south of the city center. The rental car desks are located in the terminal, either in the public arrival hall or on the mezzanine level. A smaller number of travelers may arrive via Warsaw Modlin Airport. This small airport, as is often the case with airports served by Ryanair, is not actually in Warsaw, but about 40 kilometers north of the center of the city. Currently, Ryanair is the only airline serving the airport. Rental desks are available in the terminal and it is possible to book your rental car online. With trains arriving from across Europe, many travelers may also arrive at one of the city’s three main train stations. Most trains stop at all three stations. Warszawa Centralny is the largest of the stations. It is also where travelers can pick up their rental cars. Useful city facts Warsaw was originally founded at the beginning of the 14th century. Its importance would grow over the following centuries until it would become the Polish capital when King Sigismund III Vasa would move his court from Krakow at the end of the 16th century. The city would come under Prussian and Russian rule until World War I. After the war, the city would once again become the capital of an independent Poland until WWII. The Second World War would devastate the city after Germans occupied, created a ghetto for the Jewish population, liquidated the ghetto, and finally razed the city after the Polish Uprising. Almost 85% of its buildings would lie in ruble at the end of the war. The city was painstakingly rebuilt after the war with many buildings, particularly those in the Old Town, built using pre-war architectural plans. Finally, the end of World War II would follow with a Soviet-backed communist government coming to power. After four decades of communist rule, Warsaw was finally once again the capital of a free and independent Poland in 1989. Poland would later become a member of the European Union, with Warsaw as its vibrant capital. Warsaw experiences a continental climate. If visiting during the summer, travelers will experience warm to occasionally hot weather. Precipitation may be present, but most days will be sunny and dry. Travelers should pack summer clothes and a jacket for cooler temperatures after the sunsets. On the other hand, in winter, travelers will experience cold and, more than likely, snow. Travelers should pack warm winter clothes during this time of year. Travelers should be careful when it comes to exchanging currency in Warsaw. Do not, if at all possible, exchange money at the airport. If you must, only exchange the amount you need before you reach the city center. The same is true for the train station. Wait until you reach the city to exchange money. The rates given in the city center are usually much better than those at the airport and train stations. One must be careful with currency exchanges in the city center, too. Know the approximate exchange rate before arriving and search for an exchange that offers a BUY rate as close as possible to it. This is important, as some places will trick potential customers by listing the sell rate first. Some will also play a trick with zeros, for example quoting 3.080 instead of 3.80. If not careful, you could fall for this and lose a significant portion of your money. Another common ripoff is the exchange rate conversion when paying with a credit card or using certain ATMs. When paying in a store or restaurant you will be asked whether to pay in polish zloty or have them covert the purchase amount to your home currency for you. You will invariably receive a better rate from your home bank than what they offer, and sometimes their offer will be far away from the actual exchange rate. You should, therefore, insist on declining any offers of conversion and pay in polish zloty (i.e., use the red button on the card reader). Top destinations and activities Old Town - Originally built in the 13th century, Warsaw’s Old Town sits on a hill next to the Vistula River. It was initially partly destroyed during the German invasion of Poland in 1939 before being completely destroyed during the Warsaw Uprising five years later. After the war, the buildings were meticulously rebuilt, often with the original materials scavenged from the rubble. Today, the Old Town is centered on the Market Square, hosts the Archdiocese of Warsaw and offers visitors the opportunity to visit the Royal Castle. Royal Route - Starting in the Royal Castle in the Old Town and leading south to the Wilanow Palace, the Royal Route follows the route taken between the Castle and Palace hundreds of years ago. Visitors can retrace those steps. The route is about 10km long. Beginning from the Castle, travelers will go down Krakowskie Przedmieście and ulica Nowy Świat, the most interesting section of the route. Further along, visitors will be able to visit Łazienki Park and the Royal Łazienki Museum. Finally, visitors arrive at the Wilanow Palace and Park, where paid parking is available for those who wish to make the drive. Copernicus Science Center - This science museum located along the Vistula River in the center of the city hosts educational exhibitions for both adults and children alike. Visitors to the center are able to conduct experiments and learn about scientific laws for themselves. The center also has a Planetarium with English and Russian translations of the shows. Bar Mleczny - Meaning milk bar in Polish, bar mleczny were cheap cafeteria-style places for workers to eat started around the turn of the previous century. While the food was primarily based on dairy products (thus, the name) other items were also available, such as pierogi (dumplings). With independence and the move toward a capitalist economy, most of the milk bars were closed. However, a few still exist as nostalgia and offer traditional polish food at low prices. Museums - Warsaw has a great offering of museums for tourists. One of the highlights is the National Museum hosting a large collection of artworks from both Poland and abroad. The Polin Museum is a museum dedicated to the history of the Polish Jews from the times when Jews immigrated to Poland fleeing persecution in Western Europe to the post-soviet state of the Jewish community today. Another museum certainly worth a visit is the Warsaw Rising Museum which focuses on the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 along with the allied airlift during that time. In addition to these museums, travelers can find various others located in the city focusing on a wider range of topics. Palace of Culture and Science - Constructed during the rule of the communist government with support from the Soviet government, the Palace of Culture and Science is a Stalinist architecture building located near the central train station. A multiplex cinema, theaters, and even a swimming pool can be found in the tower. Tourists often visit for the terrace on the 30th floor offering a panoramic view of the city. Nowadays the tower is controversial with many citizens viewing it as a reminder of communist times and the Soviet-backed regime. Traffic and parking tips As the Polish economy has grown, so has car ownership. With more and more cars on the roads every year in Warsaw, congestion keeps getting worse. In fact, Warsaw is one of the worst cities in Europe when it comes to traffic congestion. It would, therefore, be best if you could plan your travel times to avoid rush hour. Expect long delays when leaving the city in the late afternoon or early evening, particularly on Friday. As with any city its size, parking is scarce in the center of Warsaw. During working days, all on-street parking in the center is metered. Parking is free during the evenings and on weekends. Meters accept credit card payments and Polish Zloty coins, however, no change is given. There is also a mobile app for paying, but for travelers, it is almost certainly more trouble than it's worth to register for it. Drivers can also many parking garages in the very center of the city, particularly near the larger hotels. While there are no toll roads in the City of Warsaw itself, there are in other parts of Poland. Of most concern for travelers to Warsaw is the A2 highway which starts on the outskirts of Warsaw and goes to Berlin. Traveling the highway to the border with Germany, drivers will encounter tolls totaling 87.9 PLN (around 20 €). Luckily, there are no tolls from the border to Berlin. Driving from Krakow to Katowice will set back drivers 20 PLN and from Katowice further to Wroclaw 16.20 PLN more. Finally, from Torun to Gdansk, drivers have to shell out 29.90 PLN. All tolls in Poland are collected at toll gates. You can pay with a credit card or cash in Polish Zloty, Euros, or U.S. Dollars, though only bills are accepted for euros and dollars with the change given in zloty. While electronic tolling is available, vehicles must still stop for a closed gate when using the systems. Therefore, renters should not worry if their car supplier offers electronic options and plan to just pay at the gates. Ideas for a day-trip Malbork - One of the symbols of Poland and one of its most visited tourist sites, Malbork Castle is the largest Gothic castle in Europe. Located about 300km north of Warsaw, it is reachable via the S7 road to Elbag and then road 22. Originally built by the Teutonic Knights, the castle is a stunning example of a medieval fortress. Opening hours vary depending on the season. In summer, guided tours are available once a day in English, German, and Russian. Audio guides are available the rest of the time. Wolfsschanze - Outside Ketrzyn around 260km north of Warsaw lies the Wolf’s Lair. Constructed before the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, the complex was Hitler’s first military headquarters on the Eastern Front. It was built with security zones surrounding Hitler’s bunker. He would spend around 800 days here. The bunker is also notable for being the location of the most notable assassination attempt of him. The site has a small entrance fee and a small fee for parking. Kazimierz Dolny - Following the Vistula River south from Warsaw, drivers arrive in this small hamlet of a town. Kazimierz Dolny is a popular getaway, especially in the summer, for Warsovians. Sitting on a hill overlooking the Vistula River, the city has amazing views. Up the hill from the main square lies a castle with a guard tower that can be ascended for the best views. Lodz - Not pronounced Lods, but Wooj, the city is about 130 km west of Warsaw along the A2 highway. Lodz is Poland’s third-largest city and a former industrial center in communist times. Piotrkowska Street is the main street of the city, and with a length of 5km, is one of the longest commercial streets in the world. Another draw for tourists is sightseeing of old factories in addition to visiting museums. Lodz is also known as the film center of Poland with the most prestigious film school located in the city. Treblinka - While Aushwitz west of Krakow is the most notorious of Holocaust sites, Treblinka, about 100 km east of Warsaw, was a camp in which more Jews were killed than any other except Auschwitz. Due to the destruction of much of the evidence, there is only a small museum with limited exhibitions. However, due to the lack of visitors, the experience of exploring the grounds can be much more personal. Kampinos Forest National Park - Located about 15 km from the northwestern edge of Warsaw, the Kampinos Forest is a protected natural area rich in flora and fauna. The park contains paths for walking, horseback riding and in winter, cross-country skiing. Tourists can also visit various sites of historical importance to Poland. A side trip to Żelazowa Wola may also be of interest as the locations of the childhood home of Frédéric Chopin. Further destinations Poland shares a border with multiple countries. The rules pertaining to which countries you are allowed to take a rental car from Poland vary by rental company. Most, but not all, also have an additional fee for such. The one common rule is that you are not allowed to take a car to any country outside of the European Economic Area. This means that you can not travel to neighboring Ukraine or Belarus. Below are examples of which countries you are allowed to drive to if renting from these particular companies (the information is accurate as of August 2019, but could change; be sure to confirm it in the rental conditions before booking): Global - All EU countries Green Motion - Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia Surprice - Norway, Switzerland, EU countries Ace - All EU countries Rentis - All EU countries Sixt - Most EU countries except for Romania and Bulgaria Right Cars - Only EU, prior request Keddy - Latvia, Estonia, Slovakia, and Lithuania. Add Car - All EU countries Alamo - All EU countries Avis - Most EU countries with the notable exception of the Baltic countries Budget - All EU except Romania and Bulgaria Enterprise - All EU countries If you plan to travel outside of Poland, you must inform the rental company in advance. In addition, most companies will charge a one time fee, examples of which are (as of August 2019): Global - 60 Euros for bordering countries and 100 Euros for other countries Green Motion - 100 - 150 Euros Surprice - 25 Euros for bordering countries (except Germany) and 75 euros for other countries Ace - 30 euros Rentis - 50 Euros Sixt - Likely no fee Right Cars - 4 Euros per day (max. Of 35 Euros) Add Car - 50 euros Alamo - About 75 Euros Avis - Likely no fee Budget - Likely no fee Enterprise - About 75 Euros You should include this cost in the final rental cost when comparing offers. Krakow - The jewel of Poland when it comes to tourism is just a three hour’s drive south of Warsaw. Krakow is steeped in history with it’s gorgeous Old Town. The Wavel Castle sits on the south of the old town and overlooks the Vistula River. The city is also popular for Holocaust memorials and museums, including Schindler’s Factory (made famous by the Steven Spielberg movie) and Auschwitz located 100km west of the city. Lublin - Less than 200km southeast of Warsaw, Lublin is also a popular tourist destination with an impressive old town of its own. The largest city in Poland east of Warsaw, Lublin also serves as a gateway to the region, including the renaissance city of Zamosc. Gdansk - A four-hour drive along the S7 north of Warsaw sits the former Hanseatic city of Gdansk (known as Danzig for much of its history). Its old historic center and port draw many visitors along with its museums and the beaches of the Baltic coast. Its old center was mostly destroyed in World War II but was rebuilt superbly afterward. Bialystok - Located 200 km northeast of Warsaw, Bialystok is a gateway to northeastern Poland and its natural treasures. Branickis' Palace, built by the wealthy nobleman for which it's named, is the prime tourist attraction Białowieża National Park - The last primeval forest in Europe sits on the border between Poland and Belarus. On the polish side, Bialowieza National Park protects the forest. The inner part is a sanctuary that may only be visited with a guide. The other parts can be seen independently by either hiking or biking on the trails. If you’re lucky, maybe you’ll see one of the park’s bison, the only bison left in Europe. Zakopane - During both summer and winter, poles flock to Zakopane for hiking or skiing. Sitting just outside the High Tatras National Park, this city has long been the mountain resort capital of Poland. The town and national parks make for a great day trip for those short on time. Many routes can be hiked in a few hours, including making it to the top of Giewont which overlooks the town. Of course, those with more time available will want to stay in Zakopane for at least a few days. Torun - Just over 200 km northwest of Warsaw via the direct route, or 260 km via the quicker highway route (these sections do not have tolls), Torun sits on the Vistula River just like Warsaw. However, unlike, Warsaw it was not bombed during WWII and is a rare example of original gothic architecture. In addition to strolling around the Old Town, visitors can also see the house where it is believed that Nicholaus Copernicus was born and sample the delicacy of the town, gingerbread. Berlin - Thanks to the A4 highway, Berlin is less than a six-hour drive away from Warsaw. The capital of Germany is drenched with history from its time as the seat of the Prussian government to the fall of the Berlin Wall. At the same time, it’s restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs create an environment begging to be experienced. Wroclaw - Travelers can drive down the S8 for about four hours to reach another historic polish city. With a history dating back more than a thousand years and having been a part of various political units, it is unsurprising that the old town is the big draw for the city. Visitors can also enjoy a number of different museums, too. The Sudeten Mountains are not too far south of the city and make for a nice trip from it. Baltics - The Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia can be reached via the E67, unofficially known as the Via Baltica, from Warsaw. These three republics each have a long, independent history together with a shared recent history being occupied by the Soviet Union. Latvia and Lithuania have baltic languages while Estonian is closely related to Finnish. A long coastline, almost all of which is sandy, along the Baltic awaits visitors along with Old Towns and incredible rural experiences, as the countries are much less densely populated than the rest of Europe. Brest - The gateway to Belarus from Poland, Brest is located around 200 km from Warsaw. The best way to reach the city is via train, either directly from Warsaw or by changing to a local commuter train in Terespol. The prime attraction in Brest is the Brest Fortress, built in the 1800s by the Russain Empire and would later see fighting during a surprise attack by the Germans in 1941. 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Car rental prices in Warsaw vary a lot according to the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best offer. Average Rental Price in Warsaw The best month to rent a car in Warsaw is February (when prices for an Economy class start from $23.81). This is 66% cheaper than the yearly average and 86% cheaper than renting in November (when rental prices start at $164.89 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. What’s the usual rental length in Warsaw? Travel lengths vary from month to month: in January, travelers rent a car for an average of 10 days in May, the average rental period is 6 days. Average Rental Length in Warsaw What's the most popular month to rent a car in Warsaw? While travelers visit Warsaw year-round, the most popular month for renting a car is December, and the least popular is September. 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__label__wiki	0.930786	0.930786	New Telescope Could Reveal a Milky Way Packed With Habitable Planets 80beatsBy Eliza StricklandFebruary 27, 2009 4:13 AM While astronomers have found more than 300 planets beyond our solar system in the last 15 years, none of those "exoplanets" has been a likely candidate for extraterrestrial life. The exoplanets discovered thus far are all either too close to the hot sun or too far away and therefore too frigid to host life as we know it. But Alan Boss says it's just a matter of time before we find Earth-like planets in the "Goldilocks zone": he calculates that 100 billion of them may exist within our own Milky Way galaxy. And NASA's Kepler satellite, which is expected to launch on March 5, may be the key to finding them, he says. Boss, an astrophysicist and author of the new book "The Crowded Universe: The Search for Living Planets," says that if any of the billions of Earth-like worlds he believes exist in the Milky Way have liquid water, they are likely to be home to some type of life. "Now that's not saying that they're all going to be crawling with intelligent human beings or even dinosaurs," he said. "But I would suspect that the great majority of them at least will have some sort of primitive life, like bacteria or some of the multicellular creatures that populated our Earth for the first 3 billion years of its existence" [CNN]. Europe's CoRoT satellite has already discovered several fascinating exoplanets, including a rocky world that's about twice the size of Earth but devilishly hot due to its tight orbit around its sun. Both CoRoT and the soon to be launched Kepler use the transit method to detect new planets, in which the subtle dimming of a star's light reveals a planet passing in front of it. The Kepler telescope will gaze continuously at 100,000 stars in two constellations known as Cygnus and Lyra for more than three years. "Within three to four years from now, these telescopes will tell us just how frequently Earths occur. It's an exciting time to be alive," Boss said [The Guardian]. However, CoRoT and Kepler are unlikely to detect any signatures of actual life on exoplanets; that daunting challenge will be taken up by the next generation of space telescopes, Boss says. Kepler's sensitive telescope is expected to pick out rocky planets that are not only roughly the same size as Earth, but also orbit their star at a roughly equivalent distance. But that won't happen right away, Boss explains. It takes at least three orbits for astronomers to confirm that the dimming of the star is really caused by a planet rather than, say, the brightness cycles of a variable star or a binary-star system. If the planet is extremely close to its star ... that won't take long. For example, the hot super-Earth identified by Corot completes an orbit in just 20 hours. Farther-out planets will require more time to orbit, and therefore more time to detect. "The earth, by definition, will take at least three years to get," Boss said. "Roughly four years from now, we will be beginning to make our claims for Earthlike planets around solar-type stars" [MSNBC]. Related Content: 80beats: Small, Rocky Exoplanet Is the Most Earth-Like World Ever Seen 80beats: First Ever Weather Report From an Exoplanet: Highs of 2240 Degrees 80beats: Dust Around Dead Stars Suggest Rocky Planets May Be Commonplace 80beats: Hubble Reports First Ever Signs of Carbon Dioxide on an Exoplanet DISCOVER: How Long Until We Find a Second Earth?Image: NASA Our Best Shot At Finding Alien Life Might Be Around This Type of Star NASA Telescope Discovers Its First Planet Orbiting Two Stars NASA Finds Another Earth-Sized Exoplanet in the Habitable Zone of Its Star The SciencesHow Soon is Now? (The Astronomical Mix) The SciencesProtests Resume in Hawaii With Start of Thirty Meter Telescope Construction The SciencesThe 2019 South American Eclipse, as Captured By Those on the Ground The SciencesHow the 1919 Solar Eclipse Made Einstein the World's Most Famous Scientist The SciencesA Heavenly Disk To Map The Universe The SciencesThe Event Horizon Telescope: How It Works	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line28978
__label__wiki	0.52455	0.52455	Notices of the President Open tendering of the DPMA Blatt für Patent-, Muster-, Zeichenwesen DPMAinformativ Guests at DPMA 100th birthday of Artur Fischer 85 years ski lift with T-bar 30 years of "The Simpsons" Sandmännchen 60 Asterix turns 60 Perkeo 125 The screw stud shoe: Who invented it? Gustave Whitehead 50 years Moon landing World's oldest perfume manufacturer Beginning of the Bicycle Age Donald Duck turns 85 The Strandkorb The Antikythera mechanism Albert Einstein´s 140th anniversary 90 years "Tintin" 200 years "Silent night, holy night" 50 years White Album 100 years "Freistaat" 150th birthday of August Horch 60 years three-point belt 250 years patent for James Watt 90 years Mickey Mouse 100 years of Enigma Jimi Hendrix' 75th birthday Ingenious women Erfinderaktivitäten Inventors Gallery The career of a curious construct The best of all inventions for a holiday by the sea or a clunky bourgeois accessory? At the German strandkorb or beach chair the spirits divide. The colourful monsters are an indispensable part of the German coastline, but on other shores you don't know them at all. 127 years ago, in June 1882, the first beach chair was said to have been put up in Waremünde. Legend has it that an elderly lady suffering from rheumatism, who is said to have been called either "Elfriede von Maltzahn" or "Fräulein von Oerzen", entered the workshop of the Rostock basket maker Wilhelm Bartelmann in spring 1882. She asked him for a seat that would protect her from the wind and sun so that she could stay on the Baltic beach despite her illness. Bartelmann (1845-1930) made her a single-seater beach chair out of wickerwork, which he covered with fabric. Covered wicker chairs known for centuries "Beach chair made from travel baskets" (DE70848), 1893 Such chairs have been around at the North Sea for quite some time, so it is questionable whether Bartelmann can really be considered the inventor of the beach chair. He might not have received a patent, since the basket maker Ernst Karl Nikolaus Freese offered a very similar "beach chair with willow canopy and Peddig cane, varnished with oil paint" in his sample book as early as 1871. Legend has it that Bartelmann either refused to register a patent out of conviction or simply forgot to do so. It was less the court basket maker himself but his wife Elisabeth who recognised the potential of the beach furniture and ensured that it spread to the German coasts within a few years. She took care of the marketing and established the beach chair as a seasonal piece of rental furniture for summer visitors. She also encouraged her husband to develop it further. Bartelmann designed the prototype of a two-seater with awning, footrests and side folding tables, which is still characteristic today (and for this reason he may well be regarded as the actual "inventor" of the beach chair, despite all its predecessors). Almost unchanged since 1910 - despite many ideas "Beach chair" (DE901945B), 1949 Bartelmann's former journeyman Johann Falck later founded his own manufactory in the wake of his master. In 1910 he added an adjustable backrest to the beach chair, thus completing its typical structure. To this day, beach chairs are produced practically unchanged. However, a distinction is made between the Baltic and North Sea types: the beach chairs on the Baltic Sea are somewhat rounder, more curved than those on the North Sea; there the beach chairs are rather angular and straight-lined - like the sea, so the beach chair. Beach fortress and love arbour "Heart-shaped beach chair", design number 40401656 (deleted), from 2004 In a short cultural history of the beach chair, the keyword "Küsten-Schrebergarten" would inevitably fall, as it was common practice for a long time to wall it with a sandcastle and flag it. In the Weimar Republic, for example, the respective political convictions were often demonstrated on the beach. One would also come across the popular use as a "storm-free stall" or "pleasure cottage" for couples, which was processed in the corresponding song and film material ("If the beach chairs shake, yes, my child, then it's not always the wind" – rough translation from a German “Schlager” of the 1990s). This is also alluded to by the design of a red, heart-shaped basket-blossom (40401656-0001), registered at the DPMA in 2004. And the history would have to mention Thomas Mann, who was working on his novels in his "familiar and peculiarly cosy little seat house" on the beach of Nidden. Anatomy of a long-lasting Bestseller Beach chair that can also be used as a boat, 1911 (DE 236413) But of course we are mainly concerned with the technical and IP aspects of the beach chair. The typical strandkorb is about 1.6 metres high, 1.2 metres wide and weighs about 80 kilos. Beach chairs are therefore bulky, heavy and not easy to transport. The advantage of this construction method is that they cannot be easily stolen, towed, knocked over by the storm or washed away. The strandkorb is virtually "storm-proof and grown out of the ground", as it is said about the natives of Lower Saxony in their anthem "Niedersachsen-Lied". Nevertheless, the lenders lose some of their furniture every now and then during surprising storm tides when the sea sweeps them away. Apart from the so-called "Typ Platte" from GDR times with solid chipboard walls, beach chairs still have the characteristic wickerwork side panels and hoods. However, this is now almost always made of plastic, more rarely of Asian bamboo bast or rattan and hardly from the traditional willow. Beach chairs for folding, swimming, reclining Single-seated beach chairs on a postcard from 1899 The question arises as to why the strandkorb has changed so little over the last 100 years despite all technical progress. There have been and still are plenty of alternative suggestions and ideas. There was, for example, Felix Schneider from Dresden, who proposed in 1893 to assemble a beach chair from travel baskets( DE 70848A). Theodor Krech from Meinigen, on the other hand, had a foldable beach chair patented in Great Britain and the USA in 1907 ( US882948A, GB190622803A). Wilhelm Hamacher of Essen applied for a patent in 1939 for another foldable beach chair made of steel tubes ( DE682476A). As early as 1907, Alfred Blum from Berlin applied for a patent for the "strandkorb convertible into a bedside" ( DE198819A), the back of which could be folded down completely and on which one could consequently lie down properly. Herbert Broszeit from Hameln continued this approach in 1950 with his "Adjustable beach chair" ( DE908666B). The idea was taken up again recently, when sleeping baskets for overnight stays on the beach came onto the market. "...can also be used as a boat" Solid wood beach chair with roller shutter, 2018 (registered design DE 202018000313 U1) The stability of the strandkorb seemed to inventors to be in need of improvement again and again, for example Hugo Erpel from Hamburg, who applied for a patent in 1949 for a more solid combination of the typical individual parts( DE 901945). Wilhelm Schulze of Lübeck had a particularly original idea: in 1911 he had a beach chair patented, which could also be used as a boat. (An idea that interior designers picked up again much later, when it temporarily became fashionable to place armchairs in the living room in the shape of the bow of a tropical canoe). According to DE 236413A, the streamlined "resting frame spanned with metal plates or the like" only had to be turned upside downfor rowing away. Schulze's invention was not successful - perhaps fortunately, because the designer suggested covering the walls with an asbestos layer as a heat protection agent. Many new ideas, but the classic remains "Beach chair", utility model from 2017 (DE 202017101563 U1) Strandkorb lenders often close their unrented pergolas with an external wooden grid, which is relatively cumbersome. A remedy is the suggestion to make the upper part foldable and lockable: "Beach chair with a forward, completely lockable upper basket" ( DE 202016002688 U1) was registered with the DPMA in 2016. Other current new developments include the "wheelchair-accessible strandkorb" ( DE 202016003165 U1) or the idea of equipping the basket with a photovoltaic system to operate or charge small electrical appliances( DE 202016006294 U1). DE 202018000313 U1, largely breaks with the traditional design, proposing a solid wood beach chair with electric roller shutters. Very elegant was the design M9704932-0001, registered in 1997, which is reminiscent of classic Thonet bentwood furniture. One of the most recent further developments of the classic beach chair includes a dismountable construction and side windows( DE 202017101563 U1). Today, strandkorbs are manufactured in countless variations and are enjoying increasing popularity as garden furniture or beer garden decorations even far away from the coasts. Every year several thousand pieces are produced. The number of all strandkorbs on the German coasts is estimated at at least 100,000. 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__label__cc	0.628545	0.371455	Wolf of Wall Street Jordan Belfort Labels Bitcoin a "Scam" “It's far worse than anything I was ever doing" By Esquire UK Editors \| Dec 17, 2017 Jordan Belfort, the disgraced stock trader whose book inspired Martin Scorsese’s blockbuster Wolf of Wall Street, has labeled Bitcoin a “huge danger.” The cryptocurrency has been rising in value over the past decade, and unexpectedly soared to over P880,268.47 in the last few weeks. As a truly decentralized currency, Bitcoin is liable to surges in value—as well as quick downturns. The Winklevoss Twins Just Became the First Ever Bitcoin Billionaires And in an interview with the Financial Times, Belfort said the "'initial coin offerings' are a 'huge gigantic scam that's going to blow up in so many people's faces.'" He labels it “far worse than anything I was ever doing", and believes that, “probably 85% of people out there don't have bad intentions, but the problem is, if 5% or 10% are trying to scam you, it's a fucking disaster." Increased interest around Bitcoin means that many people will look to invest, but the lack of security around the buying and holding of the currency could prove risky to newcomers. He added: "Everyone and their grandmother wants to jump in right now. I'm not saying there's something with the idea of cryptocurrencies, or even tulip bulbs. It's the people who will then get involved and bastardize the idea." Belfort knows a thing or two about scams—it might just be worth listening to him on this one. New Money: Is Bitcoin the Future of the Philippines? Into the Weird and Winding World of Bitcoin This story originally appeared on Esquire.co.uk. light reads Esquire UK Editors View Other Articles From Esquire UK Are Filipinos Actually Using Bitcoin? How to Buy an Engagement Ring Without Going Broke	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line29008
__label__cc	0.733442	0.266558	Crime / Police / Criminal Justice 👤 Profile / Log-In Liability the Manager of an Apartment Complex Term Paper Pages: 7 (2476 words) · Style: APA · Bibliography Sources: 5 · File: .docx · Topic: Criminal Justice Buy full paper The manager of an apartment complex owned by ABC Apartment Company used a key to one of the apartments in the complex during his off-duty time to enter a tenant's apartment and rape the occupant. In an investigation that followed the event, it was discovered that the manager had a criminal record that ABC Apartment Company did not discover when it interviewed and hired the manager. The tenant sued ABC apartment Company for compensatory and punitive damages. Is ABC Apartment Company liable to the tenant? In the United States there is a clear legal precedence for the development of civil or monetary lawsuits, almost regardless of culpability. In short the tenant has every right to bring suit against ABC Apartment Company, as a matter of course for compensatory and punitive damages. In an ethical/moral sense the ABC Apartment Company could be shown to have been negligent in their hiring process, not seeking an adequate criminal background check on an employee that would logically have 24-hour access (regardless of work hours) to other people's homes. Yet, regardless of the perceived moral or ethical responsibility on the part of the company there is little if any legal or civil liability to the tenant for damages and the tenant should seek restitution from the individual who committed the crime, unless ABC is found negligent by the court in adequately screening the employee. (Odom, 1995, p. 66) In a legal sense there is limited if any liability on the part of ABC because they were unaware of the manager's past criminal history and therefore did not aide or abet the illegal acts he committed. Additionally, as of yet there is no regulation that demands that property management companies, or owners are required to do criminal background screenings on prospective employees, though it is of coarse highly recommended and some would consider it an industry standard. (DNA Diagnostic Testing Services "Background Checks" (http://www.alphagenetic.org/id16.html) Just as there are very few such regulations, with regard to any private company, as it is discretionary, except in cases where licensure, insurance or organization affiliation requires it. Though it would seem foolish in this day and age for a company not to do a background check, there is a clear sense that if the employee or potential employee marks "no" on an application that asks if the individual has any felonies or other legal events in his or her history the employer can assume that this is correct and then any culpability lies fully on the shoulders of the individual committing the crime and/or misleading the potential employer. Though there are some states, such as Minnesota, where anyone convicted of a felony cannot act as a property manager, if the felony is included in a long list of those considered dangerous in this instance, or if it is a lesser offenses do not bar him or her from employment, but again the responsibility lies on the individual to disclose this information to the company, unless the company has a written policy and procedure to do criminal background checks, and even then these are often discretionary, just as they are discretionary for tenancy (unless there is a public subsidy involved). It is unknown if ABC had such a policy, or the extent of the checks they do reached beyond a state check. The issue of offenses from other states and/or counties often clouds background check issues, as people who have relocated from other areas may have criminal records that are not easily available to individual employers. (DNA Diagnostic Testing Services "Background Checks" (http://www.alphagenetic.org/id16.html) criminal check of a new manager in North Carolina revealed several problems with law enforcement that were not reported on the employment application. These included child molestation and three counts of writing bad checks. ("Who's Minding the Store?," 1993, p. 13) In this case the individual was screened as a condition of continued employment, as he was entering a new position, which does allow such. Though the company found out the information, before it was to late there is a sense that screening is becoming increasingly important, to remove liability from the employer in the event of illegal acts. In the same article a circumstance similar to the ABC situation occurred where a delivery driver entered the apartment of a person whom he had previously delivered to and the company was found negligent in their screening, and the victim was awarded damages, even though the employee was not on the clock when he committed the crime, he would not have known where the individual lived unless he had been the delivery driver. The burden of proof then lies on ABC to prove that the pre-employee screening process was adequate, to the court to make the individual seem like a viable employee candidate. Though, ABC assumes little culpability in that the employee was not acting as an agent of ABC at the time the crime was committed and therefore was not in legitimate possession of the key, and can be further charged (if ABC wishes to do so) with other crimes associated with having the key to any tenant apartments during his off time. Though the plaintiff's attorney could argue (if such is the case) that managers frequently are in possession of tenant keys during off hours, and therefore the company was aware of accessibility, if not increased risk. (Loss Prevention Concepts Ltd. " Apartment Security Management: Consumer Tips" (http://www.lpconline.com/apartments2.html) if the crime had taken place, during the manager's scheduled work hours ABC would have greater culpability, as the employee would be assumed to have been acting as an agent of the company at the time, though most employment contracts remove culpability, on the part of the company once the individual, crosses a line and commits or intends to commit a crime. Though on the other hand if the crime committed had been illegal entry, (without legal notice of entry intent) to resolve a company matter, such as a non-emergency water leak the company would be liable for the offence. Subsequently if the individual had not used a company key to enter the apartment, but had instead broke and entering by conventional criminal methods ABC would be at even lesser risk of liability. An issue that is frequently raised in such cases is that of aiding and abetting, i.e. when an individual or agent knowingly allows of assists in the commission of a crime, but does not actively participate in the crime. A prime example of the confused usage of these terms may be found in United States v. Harris,(187) where the defendant was convicted of being an accomplice to an armed robbery and an assault with a deadly weapon of two workers at the defendant's place of employment. The workers were transporting cash for the payroll of the company when they were robbed. The evidence that led to the defendant's conviction was entirely circumstantial. Combining the evidence that the perpetrator used the defendant's gun, his car and his apartment, that he robbed the defendant's place of employment, and that the following day when the company paid the employees by check, the defendant was the only employee who did not pick up his check, the court found that the circumstantial evidence was sufficient to convict the defendant as an accomplice. The problem with the Harris decision is not its result, which is fair enough, but is its use of language. The court stated that "in order to uphold [defendant's] conviction for aiding and abetting the robbers, there must be evidence to support a finding of guilty knowledge"(188) and cited two cases for the proposition. The first, Bailey v. United States,(189) reflects the "intent" standard:[a] sine qua non-of aiding and abetting... is guilty participation by the accused.... In order to aid and abet another to commit a crime it is necessary that a defendant "in some sort associate himself with the venture, that he participate in it as in something that he wishes to bring about, that he seek by his action to make it succeed."(190) (Blakey & Roddy, 1996, p. 1368) In the case of ABC, there has been no proof of criminal intent on the part of the company. The company was unaware of the criminal history of the apartment manager and did not anticipate that he would enter any apartment for unlawful purposes. Had there been any complaints to the company prior to this event, such as illegal entry or valid claims of entry by the manager to apartments when tenants were unaware of the entry, the company again would have greater liability. Another point that is important in this situation, and such information is not given in the case study question, is the length of employment of the manager. 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__label__cc	0.546554	0.453446	Home / Features and News / ‘Emotional Agility’ Can Improve Advisors & Traders ‘Emotional Agility’ Can Improve Advisors & Traders John Swolfs Investors are always looking for an edge and ways to improve returns. Advances in neuroscience and the decision-making process have helped to reshape how traders think about the markets and the decisions they make. Denise Shull, M.A., decision coach and performance architect at The ReThink Group, knows investors can often be their own worst enemy, letting fear and emotions drive bad investment decisions. As a former trader, she was looking for ways to improve her decisions. But not until after she realized why she was making those decisions did she become better trader. Ahead of her keynote speech at the 10th annual Inside ETFs conference (tickets are still available; register here) in Hollywood, Florida on Jan. 24, Shull explains to Inside ETF’s John Swolfs how she’s working with traders and investors to help them improve their decision-making process to help clients achieve better results. Inside ETFs: Why don’t we start with a description of what a decision coach is? Denise Shull: What we have learned through psychology and neuroscience is that decisions include a combination of factors. That means decisions are actually made through a prominent combination of what we think about, what we analyze, what we feel, both consciously and subconsciously. As a decision coach, I help people understand the emotional and mental aspects of a decision. Most people have not been taught to analyze decisions in any sort of systematic way that includes what we are feeling. A decision coach helps people understand all the aspects that actually influence their decisions. Inside ETFs: If people now are capable of looking at their decision-making process, how will that process change? Shull: First, it is a learned skill, and better understanding your decision-making process will certainly influence the decisions you make. For one, you’ll have more insight into what drives your decisions, streamlining the time needed to make a decision. On top of that, you’ll be able to better predict other people's decisions. That has countless benefits for advisors; for example, it might help them better position solutions for clients if they understand the decision-making process. In essence, you’re able to understand the aspects of perception and judgment that influence everyone. Inside ETFs: You’re a big believer in the X factor for human performance under pressure. What is the X-factor? Or is that indefinable? Shull: Oh I don’t think it’s indefinable at all. The new term for it is actually “emotional agility” or an awareness-of-your-feelings state. Think of emotions as just one type of feeling, and feelings give you information. What that means—and this is based on research—is that the more emotionally and socially aware people/investors/traders are, the better the results. That surprises people. We also have information showing that the more that athletes can understand an emotion and invoke an emotion—not just confidence, but all emotions—the better they're able to focus. Traditionally, we’ve been taught to set aside emotions and focus, but the better one’s emotional agility, the more likely they’ll be able to deliver performances—whether it’s in the market or in athletics—that look like they have that X factor. Inside ETFs: Our audience is made up more of financial advisors, who build long-term asset allocations for clients. Would the same principles you described still be relevant? Shull: Yes; 100%. In fact, maybe more, as your decisions will play out over the longer term, which means they actually matter more. First—and the key for advisors here—is understanding that both their emotions and their clients’ emotions matter. Instead of setting emotions aside, they can use emotions to gather information leading to the best possible decision. Trying to understand the client’s emotions and helping the client understand their emotions can help remove fear, stop impulsive decisions and stay focused on the long-term plan. Inside ETFs: You’ve mentioned a few times now that we shouldn’t avoid emotions, but are all emotions equal in the decision-making process? Shull: To some extent, all emotions play a role in the process. What advisors or investors have to develop is emotional knowledge. This is learned over time, the ability to recognize what the emotions are, learning how to label them and apply them properly. That’s the hard part for people: It isn’t easy to identify, label, separate, organize and categorize their feelings. From there, you can pick and choose the bits of information you need from each emotion. Inside ETFs: Fear is often associated with leading to bad decisions or preventing investors from making a change. Can positive feelings have a negative effect on the decisions we make? Shull: Overconfidence is just as problematic as fear. Overconfidence tends to show up in other ways. Perhaps an investor might rely too much on their gut feeling, since in the past, that’s had positive results. This is where we need to learn to step back and look at each decision we make as a new decision. Since we feel confident, we’re more likely to rush into a bad decision. In reality, negative emotions in their pure form—fear, anger, etc.—are meant to help us. Since these emotions are unpleasant, we want them to go away as quickly as possible. On the other hand, confidence feels good, and we want to hold on to that. Inside ETFs: How would you sum up how investors and advisors should look at emotions and apply them to their decisions? Shull: It’s a data point and nothing more. That said, it takes several data points to make any decision, and that’s where the ability to identify, label, separate, organize and categorize their feelings will really aid investors in their decision-making process. FactSet.com/insight to read more and to subscribe to ETF thought leadership from FactSet. ETF.com Videos More by John Swolfs How To Tell If A Smart Beta Trade Is Crowded Arnott: It’s Relatively Easy To Beat The Market ‘Shark Tanker’ O’Leary On Why His ETFs Are Different PIMCO’s Schneider: Active Mgmt Key In Bond Allocation ETF Movers & Shakers: Mick McLaughlin Where Are The Balanced ETFs? Is there an easy way to pick a balanced ETF if you don’t want to pick your own asset classes? 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__label__wiki	0.698968	0.698968	Revista Envío Edificio Nitlapán, 2do. piso Universidad Centroamericana Apartado A-194 info@envio.org.ni Who we are? \| Search \| Team \| Links Central American University - UCA Number 107 \| Junio 1990 Envío team Note to our readers: The day this issue of envío went to press, the Chamorro government signed a sweeping agreement with the counterrevolutionary forces for the post-disarmament period. An analysis of the significance of this accord will have to wait until next issue, but as a service to our readers, we include in the “Documents” section a first, unofficial translation of the accord itself, together with the previous three accords signed between the contras and the incoming UNO government. This issue’s “The Month” focuses on the economic and political issues surrounding the other major event of the Chamorro government’s first month in power—the week-long state workers' strike. Nicaragua has once again gone under the economic knife with no anesthetic. It is the fourth austerity package imposed since February 1988 without any international funds to stabilize the national currency and thus make the painful measures more bearable. The only difference is that this time the surgeon is the new UNO government—the same one that won February's elections by promising US financial assistance, relief from the economic crisis within 100 days, an end to the war and prompt contra demobilization. In the first week of May, UNO devalued the official córdoba by nearly 86%. By the end of the month, after a total of l0 devaluations, the official price of a dollar had skyrocketed from 53,800 córdobas to 160,000, a devaluation of nearly 200%. This provoked a record monthly inflation of close to 130% in the basic market basket of 53 products. A 100% salary adjustment in mid-May, following a week-long strike of civil service employees, thus fell well short of recovering their lost purchasing power. The Sandinista government had been forced into similar measures with no painkiller because none was offered, but it at least provided aspirin and band-aids to those hardest hit. This time, the measures could even have been put off until the arrival of the $300 million grant promised by the US government. They were not, and the patient did not get so much as a sympathetic bedside manner. The negative effects of the UNO package on the poorest sectors are not unique; governments all over the Third World, and particularly in Central America, are now beginning to implement similar policies with sophisticated technical assistance from some of the big multilateral lending agencies. While Nicaragua has its own set of local political conflicts, the measures themselves are part of the increasing assault on labor by capital that defines today's international scene. Following the surgery, state administration employees were the first to demand a renegotiation of the doctor bill. Receiving no reply, they put on more pressure. Within days, the government's manner abruptly changed from negligent to defiant. On May 9, President Chamorro suspended the Civil Service Law and decreed two new laws, violating constitutional limits on her right to do so while the National Assembly is in session. The new decrees also violated aspects of the March 27 transition agreement between the government-elect and the outgoing Sandinista government. One opened the door to re-privatizing state-held lands and the other to reversing past confiscations of urban and rural properties. (See box at end of article for details of laws.) The state workers viewed the government response—an abrupt departure from its conciliatory pre-inauguration tone—as tantamount to turning the bill over to a Somocista collection agency. They initiated a strike, which grew by stages over the following week, in which their lead slogan was “Not one step backward." Not only were ministries shut down, so were the banks around the country charged with approving agricultural credits. (See second box at end for chronology of strike.) All this provoked social instability during the crucial preparation period for the new planting cycle. It was expected that the new government would have to devalue the currency; the virtual lack of devaluations since January had altered relative prices and widened the gap between official, parallel and black market exchange rates. This rekindled the economic speculation that had been contained by the previous government, even without international financing, right up to the last days of the electoral campaign. It was not expected, however, that the US would fail to support the measure with immediate and substantial assistance. More than two months after Violeta Chamorro's electoral victory, Congress still had not approved the $300 million President Bush requested for Nicaragua. And when, five days after the workers began their strike actions, President Chamorro requested $40 million in emergency assistance, President Bush refused. Nicaragua, he said categorically, offered no guarantee that it could repay the loan. In this article, envío looks at five fundamental questions underlying the political and economic conflicts in May: 1) Why did the United States not assure economic assistance to Violeta Chamorro during this tense transition period? 2) Why did the UNO government opt to apply such drastic measures all at once, before having sufficient hard currency in hand to back its measures? 3) Why did it shift from reconciliation negotiations with the FSLN, such as characterized the transition period, to a hard-line style that broke the agreement and polarized the actors in this first economic initiative? 4) How did the strike unfold and what lessons can be learned by both the government and the FSLN leadership? 5) Finally, given Nicaragua's limitations and its possibilities for foreign aid, what economic behavior can we expect during the Chamorro government's first 100 days and what are the perspectives for future conflicts? 1. Why hold back aid? Part of the reason US aid was delayed can be found in current congressional sentiment in favor of financing Eastern Europe rather than Central America. Another part lies in the well-known internal conflicts between Democrats and Republicans in Congress. The Democrats held the aid package to Panama and Nicaragua, which Bush wanted, hostage to myriad amendments such as one to finance abortion, which Bush opposed. As a result, the bill wended its way more slowly than usual through the labyrinth of congressional committees. US Ambassador to Panama Arthur H. Davis called the five-month delay in sending aid to that country after the US invasion "the cost of true democracy." According to Ambassador Davis, the Panamanians, now freed from the Noriega dictatorship, have no experience in real democracy, in which executive power is limited by legislative power. While the wait for assistance is hard, the ambassador concluded, the democracy coming to Panama is well worth the economic cost. Such explanations lead one, not incorrectly, to view US polities as extremely cynical. The economic disasters in Panama and Nicaragua were created precisely by US policy. Despite weak and vacillating resistance from Democrats, the Republicans had no trouble finding immediate—albeit covert—aid for their aggression against the two countries. Now the Democrats prefer to fight for short-term domestic political advantages over alleviating the resultant economic suffering of six million Central Americans. That is the democracy the US wants to impose on the rest of the world. Nearly two weeks after the Chamorro government resolved its first confrontation with the workers, Bush finally leaned on the Democrats to remove the offending riders on the Nicaragua-Panama aid bill. (Meanwhile, hardliners in Congress, through a complex series of maneuvers, avoided new restrictions in military aid to El Salvador.) But Bush's late show of interest begs the question of why he did not exert such pressures earlier, and why he did not use one of the other routes open to him—such as his sizable emergency fund—to respond to Chamorro's $40 million emergency aid request. Was it inattention due to other more pressing issues? Was it a reluctance to pay the price the Democrats might exact for being leaned on? Was it pressure from the hard-line rightists in the Bush alliance and the CIA to withhold the funds to force Chamorro's hand? Or did the "'the House itself reason that the delay, while probably not altering the new government's short-term economic program, might create tensions inside the country beneficial to its own medium-term goals in Nicaragua? The answer is not clear, but elements of it are. The United States sees no guarantee of an acceptable economic and political climate in Nicaragua as long as the Sandinista Popular Army (EPS) exists; the US gambled its international image for ten years to destroy that army. Yet the centerpiece of the March 27 transition protocol was an explicit agreement that the professional integrity of the EPS would be respected; the implicit meaning was that General Humberto Ortega would not be removed from his position. A mid-April visit by Undersecretary of State for Latin American Affairs Bernard Aronson to pressure Violeta Chamorro not to ratify General Ortega illustrates the importance of US concern. The mission took place despite signs that Chamorro and her chief adviser Antonio Lacayo would resist such direct US intervention in domestic policy and despite the diplomatic cost of the initiative so close to her inauguration. In fact, as collective breaths were held, Chamorro announced in her inaugural speech that Ortega would remain head of the EPS until the contras disarm (supposedly by June 10) and a plan to reduce the army was drawn up and initiated. Postponing the aid also provokes social instability, which could lead the Sandinista opposition to political errors. If the FSLN were sufficiently discredited, such instability could be used to justify refinancing the contras or, if necessary, even direct US intervention. Labor Minister Francisco Rosales insinuated the former when, during the strike, he said he could understand the contras not wanting to demobilize as long as the Chamorro government could not control the strike because it did not control the army. There is nothing novel in the US maintaining a "two-track" policy toward Nicaragua that permits it to bet on military intervention and on economic and political pressure at the same time to mold the kind of government most to its liking. The economy of this small country and the welfare of its people have never been a priority for the United States. 2. Why not hold off measures? Devaluing the córdoba is aimed at encouraging exports. This is the path the Sandinistas chose in 1988 to improve the income level of the majority and halt the inflationary spiral that eats up the little they do have. The Chamorro government, too, is basing its economic recovery on increased exports, though with different beneficiaries in mind. But exports do not grow overnight. And without an infusion of hard currency, cither from exports or international financing, devaluations just feed inflation. The only other way to contain inflation is to drastically cut government spending. An obvious target is the military budget, but it would be politically risky to slash it before the contras demobilize because it would mean completely abandoning the transition protocol. The only option left is massive layoffs of state employees. Thus, the government cannot be blamed for beginning the process of devaluation and layoffs. What it can be blamed for, however, is doing it all in one blow. Gradual devaluations, such as the Sandinistas had been doing for the past year, would have jolted the already reeling economy less, and might have avoided a direct confrontation with the working class. So why the "shock treatment," particularly with US funds in the offing, and, with them, more favorable economic results from the policy? The problem was timing To be eligible for the soft loans from the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank that the UNO government is counting on for its stabilization plan, it must pay off the arrears with those multilateral lending agencies (roughly $ 300 million by the end of 1990), or at least improve its possibilities of renegotiating the debt. Without this, the two banks can consider no further loans. But to attract the financing to do this, the new government has to show international donors that it can quickly increase exports. The UNO government has decided to make cotton the cornerstone of economic recovery; it is the only crop that can both guarantee short-term export earnings and show quick growth for the country. Recovery of both cattle and coffee requires several years. The “timing” problem was that the big cotton growers had not yet been paid for their last harvest. Without a strong devaluation, their córdoba earnings would have shriveled and they would have been unable and unwilling to increase the area sown during the cycle now upon us. The Central Bank would have thus lost its best negotiating card with the 30 donor countries and multilateral lending agencies expected to attend a crucial meeting with Nicaragua in Rome the first week in June. The emphasis on cotton also explains the logic of the new decrees affecting the agrarian reform. The immediate aim of Decree 10-90 is to encourage the renting of rural state-held lands, either to their former owners or to others, to plant more cotton now. (Land rent has always been more important in the Pacific, where it is a custom of the cotton bourgeoisie.) With Decree 11-90, the way is opened for these former landowners, and the bourgeoisie as a whole, to actually recover their expropriated properties. To satisfy both the cotton growers and the multilateral lending agencies, then, everybody but the agroexporters went into the new planting cycle decapitalized to a greater or lesser degree by the devaluation. The government's "shock" measures hurt not only workers and consumers, but also small and medium agricultural producers and peasants, as well as artisans and small manufacturers who also produce for the domestic market. 3. Why the polarizing posture? If support for the cotton bourgeoisie, international pressures and the lack of a more multifaceted program for Nicaragua explain the brutal devaluation and the land decrees, they neither explain nor justify the confrontational style that accompanied the new package and involved breaking elements of the transition agreement with the FSLN. When the Sandinista government made a similar devaluation in January 1989, the only rational way out was to seek agreements with the bourgeoisie so they would increase production and help achieve the minimum stability required to allow the devaluation at least partial success. The Chamorro government could have done the same with the Sandinista opposition, maintaining the transition agreement and negotiating with the working class at least until it had enough hard currency in hand to soften the effects of its economic policy and weaken militant opposition. For example, the FSLN paid three months severance pay when it cut back civil service workers in 1988-89. Statistics show that the fiscal deficit was significantly reduced by the layoffs despite this cost. Why did the new government take the confrontational step of reducing severance pay to one month? There are at least two hypotheses. The first suggests that pressure from the US and the most rightwing elements in UNO have created irreconcilable tensions even at the center of the government and profound changes in its orientation. This interpretation speculates that the hegemony of the “moderate” line in the government has buckled under to Vice President Godoy and other reactionaries in the UNO Political Council and the business association COSEP, whose interests are closer to those of the United States, leaving the government no possibility of negotiating the conflict with the Sandinista opposition. A variant of this is the "power vacuum" thesis. According to this interpretation, the tenuous power balance between the government and the FSLN, the divisions within UNO and the fact that, caught off guard by its electoral victory, UNO entered this new period without a defined strategy led to a vacuum of leadership. Without clear orientations, Central Bank president Francisco Mayorga and Labor Minister Francisco Rosales gave their own tone to the economic package and the resulting confrontation. The second hypothesis, which we see as most likely, is that, independent of personal styles, there is no change in either the unity or the strength of the most influential sectors around President Chamorro. Rather, the conflict represents the first tactical battle in their war to undermine FSLN political representation of the popular sectors. They also raised the volume of the conflict to appease the most reactionary sectors in UNO, but without abandoning their own strategy and timeline for weakening the Sandinistas. (See “UNO's Balance of Power,” this issue, for further elaboration of this thesis.) If the cornerstone of this group's medium-range political strategy is to neutralize the working classes, the most important immediate task is to hammer away at the FSLN’s legitimacy with this base. In the pro-Sandinista public workers' demands for a 200% wage increase, the Chamorro forces saw a perfect way to both reduce the fiscal deficit and score a victory over the FSLN—already damaged by an avalanche of UNO propaganda that outgoing Sandinista state workers had looted government offices during the transition period. La Prensa spread the looting stories over several pages and accused the strike leaders of being the same ones who had sacked the ministries. In fact, the confrontational tone and the political character of this first economic package should not have been such a surprise. It was premiered in the economic program of then-candidate Violeta Chamorro, called “Agenda for the Recovery of the National Economy.” Even though current Central Bank minister Francisco Mayorga, the document's main author, thought at the time that US funds would come in time to initiate the program, he still wrote a strong anti-Sandinista tone into the document for the post-electoral period, the FSLN's moment of greatest weakness. The “Emergency Phase: Plan for Immediate Reactivation,” which covers 1990, promises multiple attacks against the FSLN and projects economic advances only by eliminating FSLN "corruption,” privatizing state properties and counting on "popular enthusiasm in support of the moral authority of the new government." 4. What happened in the strike? A countervailing factor to the government's desire to weaken the FSLN’s base is concern that a radicalized base could escape the FSLN's control. In fact, a determining factor in the unfolding of the strike was the workers' increasingly autonomous militancy. Abandoning negotiations and violating the transition protocol provoked more polarization, instability and conflict at the base level, risked totally undercutting the weak contra demobilization process and increased the possibility of more war. Only hardliners in the US and in UNO believe there is an advantage for them in massive instability in Nicaragua. The FSLN, too, wants to avoid chaos, which could become a pretext for US intervention; it has made every effort to keep the doors open to an understanding with the more reasonable forces in UNO. These concerns at times can create a tendency towards negotiations, although with clear costs for both parties. On May 15, the day before the strike was settled, La Prensa suggested on its editorial page that the Sandinistas "may have begun to promote the strike to make some show of force, but they committed an error of political calculus. They forgot that too many things could come into play if the conflict escaped their control.... The strike has created more of a crisis for the FSLN than for the government.” Although each side alleged that the other had miscalculated, the government backed off first. The paralysis of ministerial activity in the first days had little impact on the economy and thus on the government's resolve to break the strike. Only when the public employees closed the banks, walked off their customs posts at the borders and in the airport, parked some urban buses and cut telephone and other services, did the government agree to dialogue. It was also the day Bush refused President Chamorro’s emergency request. She replaced Labor Minister Rosales as negotiator and sent in presidential minister Antonio Lacayo to soften the confrontational tone, end the crisis and get on with their policy through other means. In the accord, government negotiators agreed to a 25% wage increase on top of the 60% offered before the strike (a total of 100%), plus the promise of another increase indexed to the inflation of a 53-product market basket during the last three weeks of May. With these measures, the union negotiators hoped to recover the salary loss they had suffered since UNO came to power. But as the figures at the beginning show, they failed. The government also agreed to reinstate the Civil Service Law and draft the regulations for it in negotiations with the state employee unions. In addition, the government agreed not to lay off any workers until the law was regulated and to reinstate all those fired since between March 19 and May 10. All but the salary agreement has already been violated, and, even then, some ministries have not yet paid the 25%. Immediately after the government agreed to jointly regulate the Civil Service Law, the UNO bench in the National Assembly pushed through reforms to both it and the Labor Code passed in the last days of the Sandinista government. Employees can now be fired without warning or legal recourse. The layoffs continued and are increasing, justified by a clause in the Civil Service Law that defines positions “of confidence,” as including even cooks and cleaning personnel. The results of the strike can be summarized in three points: 1. It ended in a temporary standoff. Forced to negotiate with the strikers, the government sacrificed its new no-nonsense political image. It failed to delegitimize the FSLN and only increased the combativeness of the state workers. It succeeded, however, whether intentionally or not, in forcing the FSLN to rethink its own efforts at reconciliation. It was the first post-election opportunity for the party to gauge the degree of base-level radicalism in its ranks and to see the "moderates" in the UNO government in action. Just as this sector of UNO is playing the FSLN and its own hardliners off against each other, the FSLN leadership can now be expected to give more lead to the actions of its own radicalized base as a way to force the dialogue it would have preferred to maintain through less confrontational means. The gauntlet has been thrown down, and both sides have picked fire as their weapon of choice. 2. The initial phase of the Central Bank's stabilization program suffered a slight setback. As Minister of Finance Emilio Pereira indicated, the accord meant putting 180 billion córdobas into circulation without backing, a 10% increase in the fiscal deficit. On the other hand, the highest government estimates of economic losses due to lost work—430 million, or $3 million per day—are exaggerated. The strike only began to have economic costs in the last couple of days, when public services were affected. 3. The government's decision not to talk to the public workers at the outset and their ensuing strike sent waves of tension down through Nicaraguan society, where post-electoral emotions were already provoking low-intensity violence against the Sandinista and union bases. With what had been ceded in the strike accord annulled in the National Assembly, the next step is up to the workers. The National Workers Front, which includes the Sandinista Workers' Federation, among others, settled on five major demands after analyzing UNO's first month in government: 1) immediate and unconditional demobilization of the contras, 2) respect for the accords signed at the end of the strike with the Ministry of Labor, 3) the immediate reintegration of more than 200 fired workers, 4) respect for freedom of speech through access to the media and 5) no privatization of state sector property, Another point that should go on the agenda is the Mayorga Plan's promise to offer temporary alternative work to those laid off and already unemployed—a promise backed by $10 million in the US aid package. The workers were only demanding minimum social justice. And, as envío argued during 1988-89, real social justice in a small peripheral country includes the ability not only to provide severance pay but also to relocate laid-off workers in other remunerative work within an economic model that uses and strengthens the comparative advantages of peasant and small-and medium-sized agricultural production. Genuine support for these rural productive forces is not only necessary to guarantee consumer goods to the domestic population; it also encourages increased exports without the costly imported inputs, machinery and other equipment required by capital-intensive agriculture. The prospect of this happening is not very likely, however. If the FSLN erred by giving too much priority to capital-intensive production at the expense of the majority of the economically active population, it can be predicted that the new government will accentuate this error. Lessons for both sides The unfolding of this conflict illustrates a series of elements that will continue to influence future clashes as well as the negotiation with the unions that has already begun. The Government's Silent Majority. The government could not win this battle against the Sandinista popular movement because most of those who voted for UNO are a passive “silent majority.” The FSLN, despite the weaknesses caused by a top-down tendency, still has significant capacity to mobilize the masses, especially within state institutions and the small but strategic industrial and agroindustrial enterprises. Faced with this mobilization, the government only has the police and army, both of which favor a pro-worker public order. Given the transition protocol, the government can do little to change the army as long as the contras are not demobilized. This is the main lesson of the May conflict for the government. Without demobilizing the contras, restructuring the police and army and building its own broad and active network of pro-government popular organizations, the government is at a strategic disadvantage. While it is moving fast on all these tasks, its only recourse in the meantime is the implicit threat of US intervention, either directly or through the contras. The Strike's Narrow Focus. Independent of the importance of the skilled public sector in Nicaragua, the strike's relative isolation from the productive sector weakened the strikers' struggle. The interests of state employees are not the same as those of other sectors of the working class, much less of the peasants and the urban informal sector. The last two together make up 55% of the economically active population, while the state employees are little over 10%. It is crucial to link the demands of all these forces, both in the state and private sectors. In the last days, the strike began to get support from other worker and peasant groups. Some peasants occupied private farms demanding plots, but fewer than took over state lands last year in the Pacific. By the end of May, as the implications of the new land decrees began to be understood, there were reports of at least 25 farms occupied by farm workers. On the other hand, some peasants mobilized in favor of UNO, alongside old landowners who threatened agrarian reform cooperatives. But these, too, were insignificant. Moral Authority and Ideological Struggle. The moral authority of both the government and the opposition will play as important a role in future conflicts as it did in this one. The pro-government media stressed Mayorga's justification of the economic package and confrontation with the state workers as stemming from FSLN corruption and “indiscriminate sacking” of the ministries after the elections. Although the removal of ministry property was neither as widespread nor as costly as it was made to appear (some former ministers are suing their UNO replacements for libel), it weakens the FSLN's struggle. The people do not perceive the fact that no government on the continent has been as austere and honest as the Sandinistas. Since 1987, there have been cracks in this austerity, but the majority of Sandinista cadres have been self-sacrificing. Sandinista ambassador to Spain Edmundo Jarquín, husband of Violeta Chamorro's daughter Claudia, noted in an opposition radio interview that, within months of taking office, high-level officials in other governments can afford houses and cars, whereas Sandinista officials came to office straight from the mountains, and until the electoral defeat only had a house and car assigned to their use. (In its propaganda campaign, UNO also made much of the fact that the FSLN legalized property titles to many of these assigned houses just before leaving office.) Jarquín added that National Assembly members were only paid the equivalent of $200 a month for most of the last six years (President Chamorro just granted Managua mayor Arnoldo Alemán a monthly salary of $1,750). While only a case-by-case examination of concrete charges would separate truth from exaggeration, the political damage is done. The FSLN’s basic focus in this period has been to defend the Constitution and the revolutionary reforms and laws. To do so, the revolutionary organization must itself be above reproach, particularly in the face of such general scarcity. The FSLN at first centered its ideological campaign against the government on the unconstitutionality of the government's new decrees. After several rounds of erudite legal debates among lawyers, it shifted focus and found the government's jugular: "How could Violeta Chamorro dialogue for 13 hours with the contras and guarantee their economic situation while refusing to negotiate with her own civil service?" Separation of Polities and Economy. The divorcing of political debate from economic reality could weaken both the government and the Sandinista opposition in future conflicts such as this one. Francisco Mayorga's discourse about the new climate of economic confidence contradicted the increasing black market activity and wave of commercial speculation. (Black market money exchange is now so rampant that sellers stand openly on their favorite street comer waving fists full of córdobas at the windows of passing cars.) After all the May devaluations, the black market dollar price remained 100% higher than the official rate (320,000 vs. 160,000 córdobas to a dollar, respectively, by May 31)—a vote of no-confidence in the new government’s economic program and an indicator that the inflation of “psychological expectations” will continue to haunt the stabilization plan. There were also contradictions in FSLN discourse. In the strike, the pro-FSLN state employees led the demand for 200% wage increases, a position that contradicted the Sandinista government’s constant effort to teach the public that such salary increases only bring more inflation if not accompanied by foreign aid or increased production. In the barrios, one could hear criticisms of the public workers' demands: "Why are they asking for higher salaries? It will only be worse for all of us.” Similarly, past Sandinista discourse favoring productive over nonproductive workers undercut the civil service employees' position during the strike. The truth is that the country cannot tolerate such an inflated civil service. The line should not be to maintain it but to force the government to relocate these workers in productive labor instead of throwing them out into the already large army of unemployed and underemployed. As for medium-range struggles and the 1996 elections, the UNO government's prospects will depend partly on its own ability to create a base of support among the popular sectors while it continues to openly support the exporters and other well-off sectors. This year's US aid package includes $60 million to create a social emergency fund to cushion the pain of its economic program. If well used, it could create just such a patronage relation among the poor. The FSLN's medium-range possibilities will depend on its ability to link up with the majority of small rural and urban producers and to discover how to represent the material interests of those who do not earn year-round salaries. Up to now, the FSLN has not known how to interpret their interests or has seen them as hostile to the revolutionary process. These views contributed to the FSLN's electoral defeat and will be major challenges to its future. 5. What to expect next? Economic tensions will be sharpened by runaway inflation, new devaluations and increased speculation until the arrival of the US aid is felt in the economy. Even though the Sandinista government set aside more than $100 million of inputs to begin the annual planting cycle, money will be put into circulation in the form of producer credits without hard currency backing. Mayorga's constant talk about changing the monetary system to a dollar-backed “córdoba oro” is like throwing gas on this already raging fire. Even without these factors, the normal cycles of this basically agricultural economy always mean that May to August is the period of greatest scarcity. Basic grains are harvested in August-September; and until then, there are few peasant-produced goods. There is also little cattle slaughter before then, when they have been fattened up on the winter pasture. Imported commercial goods bought with profits from the November-January export harvests also take until at least July to arrive in the country. Planned inequality Even assuming the UNO government effectively directs the US funds earmarked for increasing peasant income and rehabilitating health and education programs, its economic reactivation program will increase Nicaragua's social inequality. The first page of its basic document, “Agenda for the Recovery of the National Economy,” specifies that, although the gross domestic product is predicted to reach a 9.5% annual growth rate by 1994 and last until the end of the decade, efforts to improve popular consumption will be postponed until 1995. Apart from the stated fact that economic recovery will benefit the capitalists at the cost of working people, this estimate is utopian, even with the economic bonus that comes with the end of the war and the US blockade. Reactivation, while substantial, will probably be much slower than predicted. The document Mayorga will present to the upcoming donors' conference in Rome states that the government is “developing a system of tripartite negotiation between workers, government and business owners, reinforcing the state's redistributive policies and designing systems for workers' participation in the ownership and profits of the enterprises.” But this progressive language is belied by the confrontation in May, evidence of the real process ahead in Nicaragua. Increasing the salary differential is part of the UNO government's program. The salaries of the 200 top central government managers alone will cost Nicaragua a minimum of $7 million a year. Furthermore, salary and social differentiation will have a political hue. Already, old officials in the presidential building have a yellow ID card while Chamorro's new appointees have a red one. The meals for those with red cards are much better than what is provided to those with yellow cards. Beyond these clear signs of social inequality in the central government, the weight of injustice will fall most heavily on peasants and on the urban poor who earn their livelihood in the informal sector. If the Sandinista opposition can interpret and effectively channel the demands of these broad masses of producers impoverished by the government program, the revolution's gains can be defended more successfully and perhaps expanded, even in an economy dominated by the big exporters. If it cannot, and the government can guarantee an adequate flow of foreign financing to stabilize the currency, popular reactions may not be strong enough to protect the revolution's achievements. A liquidity crisis With the $300 million from the US now assured, UNO's next big hurdle will be the Rome meeting. The US assistance, together with the Soviet Union's willingness to honor aid commitments equivalent to $288 million made to the Sandinistas before the elections, leaves Nicaragua with a shortfall of only about $40 million in covering its minimum operating expenses for this year. The government's real problem right now is the $404.8 million Nicaragua needs to bring all its foreign debt servicing up to date, and the approximately $150 million it needs as untouchable Central Bank reserves to back the introduction of the córdoba oro. The problem is that the potential donor countries meeting in Rome, which include Japan and the European countries, would rather finance new projects that also benefit their own economics by providing locally produced goods than throw hard currency at Nicaragua's domestic and foreign balance of payments crisis. If the Central Bank cannot stabilize the currency, it will face serious problems with producers who are demanding resources for their normal activities. The bank has promised to pay for the harvest of both export products and basic grains in the new currency. With the scarcity of hard currency, this is clearly impossible for those who produce for domestic consumption. Last year the government sold inputs to producers at the relatively cheap official rate; the new government will sell them for córdobas oro and at prices set at the more expensive parallel rate. This will increase the costs for peasants and small and medium producers for the domestic market, particularly since they will have to accept old, devalued córdobas for their harvests; this translates to an enormous transfer of profits to the export producers. Furthermore, all producers have begun to criticize the Central Bank plan to charge interest in córdobas oro at a rate between 18% and 20% higher than those in the rest of the region. COSEP leaders such as Ramiro Gurdián continue accusing the Chamorro government of being pro-Sandinista. Behind such political rhetoric is economic conflict. The government wants to maintain state control of foreign commerce, a basic Sandinista reform, to stabilize the currency; COSEP and even the more progressive producers of the cotton bourgeoisie want to privatize it so as to have direct access to payment in hard currency. For their part, the Somocistas who return from Miami want to participate in a division of the state spoils, while the government wants to assure efficient production. The new land-rent decree aims at stimulating immediate planting; it stipulates that the state-held lands, once rented, cannot be sub-rented to other producers. Those who want land have to show their productive credentials as well as their political ones. These multiple economic tensions with producers (the industrialists and cotton growers of COSEP and the more modern-thinking CORDENIC, those who come back from Miami; the small and medium growers in the Union of Farmers and Ranchers (UNAG) and outside of it, UNAG's Federation of Cooperatives and unorganized peasants), are perhaps more serious for the government than its conflict with the public employees. The Central Bank's encouraging planting estimates, based on credit requests, will—if true—have less than encouraging consequences when it comes time to pay for the harvests. Particularly during this liquidity crisis, demands from the agroexport sector and from the United States will be listened to before those of small and medium producers for the domestic market. In last place will be the needs of the peasant poor and the agricultural workers, although much will depend on their own militancy. The end of the strike does not mean an end to conflict over the salary component of the economic program, much less to the larger conflict over where Nicaragua is headed. After only a month of UNO government, public employee posts are under threat; agrarian reform lands are under threat; the university autonomy law passed before the Sandinistas left office is under threat (the government is already taking control of research centers functioning under the university umbrella); and, neither last nor least, the once militarily thwarted contras are being treated as a force to be reckoned with. There is less surprise inside Nicaragua about the direction the UNO government is moving in than about the speed at which it is moving there. What is coming next for Nicaragua is already here: a period of social and economic instability. At the center of this is the ever more fragile accord between the government and the Sandinista opposition, the increasing space the government is providing to the contras, and the radical response of growing numbers at all levels within the FSLN as the government makes its social alliances clear. The class conflicts so effectively controlled during the FSLN government's policy of national unity against US aggression are being uncorked. The new challenges for the FSLN leadership are many. Having gone straight from being a political military organization to being the governing party, the FSLN now finds itself the major political opposition following an unanticipated electoral loss. In the real world of electoral politics, that could mean slow rollbacks of some of its achievements and a legitimate shot at recovering power in the next elections. In the surreal world of Nicaragua, it means that many of the forces whose power the FSLN has spent nearly 30 years and over 80,000 lives trying to eradicate have been kept on a life-line by the United States and are now determined, sooner or later, to eradicate the FSLN. As a revolutionary opposition party in this new/old, real/surreal setting, the FSLN must redefine itself through a process of critical, but constructive, self-evaluation. Much about Nicaragua has changed. Workers and peasants are not the same illiterate, self-defined "animals" the Somoza dictatorship kept locked between the fear of repression and the somnambulance of paternalism. The FSLN leadership, criticized from within its own party and mass organizations for top-down styles, must find a new, more democratic way of incorporating the ideas and struggles that are now demanding to be expressed at the base level, enriching, modifying, but not endangering, the larger, more encompassing strategy envisioned at the leadership level. It will not be an easy process; it will require cool heads at all levels, in the midst of a very heated climate. But to the degree that both leadership and base can do so, the resistance of the working class and peasantry to the new government's plans will have greater weight and direction. All this, of course, if Nicaragua succeeds in getting past this extremely unstable stage. The Chamorro forces have begun to show that they are no more willing—or perhaps able—to engage in serious national unity efforts with the Sandinista opposition to guarantee stability and minimum social justice than the hard-line business sectors were when the Sandinistas were in power. They are more inclined—or perhaps forced—to speed up their program when pressured from their own right flank and slow it down when pressured from the left. Given the current power balance and level of tensions, they are playing with fire. The FSLN leadership has been forced to rethink its estimation that it could come to a principled understanding with the “moderate" forces in UNO, reserving its intransigence for what Daniel Ortega referred to in a Los Angeles Times op-ed piece as those in UNO who “want to make Sandinista heads roll.” The distinction between the two is now less clear. At the same time, a radicalized sector of the Sandinista base has moved beyond the leadership's strategy of maintaining open dialogue with the government. FSLN leaders are now likely to take a more dialectic approach to its strategy, pressuring from the left by permitting more militant expressions from the base to force dialogue in more favorable circumstances. Given the political, economic and even military instability, they, too, are playing with fire. KEY LAWS PASSED AND DECREES DECLARED SINCE APRIL We offer our readers summaries of the first two decrees emitted by President Violeta Barrios de Chamorro and the first two laws passed in the new National Assembly. The two decrees, declared May 11, 1990, open the processes of selling state lands and returning confiscated property. The first, Decree 10-90, offers former owners of state lands or any interested party the opportunity to rent the land for the 1990-91 agricultural cycle while the privatization process takes place. Both state lands administered by the state and in third party hands are eligible. Decree 11-90, Review of Confiscations, forms a commission to review all confiscations and return the property or reimburse the former owner. Decree 10-90 Provisional Land Rent * Allows state to rent our productive rural lands which have been state land or confiscated land to those who claim ownership of them or have the desire and ability to produce on them temporally. (Does not include lands taken under Decrees 3 and 38, confiscating Somoza lands.) * Claim should be accompanied by property title, copy confiscation decree, description of property, formal commitment to cultivate it. * Requests will be resolved by Ministry of Agriculture within seven days. Appropriate state institution will hand over the land. If in third party hands, Ministry of Agriculture will order the current occupant to leave. * If state has invested in the land (coffee, sugar, etc), renter will pay the state accordingly. * If land had a lien prior to confiscation, renter will pay it. * National Development Bank will issue appropriate credit at normal rates for this productive cycle. * Any excess state agricultural machinery will be sold or rented. Decree 11-90 Review of Confiscations * Law declares formation of National Review Commission of five people, headed by Attorney General Duilio Baltodano Mayorga to review confiscations. Attorney General representatives in the regions will also receive applications and pass them on to the Commission. * Documents necessary include information about person claiming the property, property titles, declarations of five witnesses attesting to ownership, demonstration of property confiscation, registration certificates or other pertinent information. * Applications will be dealt with as they are received * When lands cannot be returned because cooperatives or individuals are using them for a socio-economic function, former owners will receive appropriate indemnization in Córdobas oro. * Applications must be field within 180 days of May 11, 1990. Civil Service Law Reforms Law # 101 * Expands employees “of confidence” to include almost all workers, ranging from ministers and vice ministers to secretaries and domestic employees. Under this new law, almost all state employees can be replaced by workers the new administration considers “of confidence.”. * Suspends formation of the various Civil Service Commissions (which would implement the law) until further reforms are made. This effectively suspends the whole law, allowing firing of state employees and forbidding strikes for state workers. * The President of Nicaragua will delegate responsibility for writing regulations of the Civil Service Law. Labor Code Reforms Law #102 * Only unions with legal standing can negotiate labor disputes. (The Ministry of Labor grants such legal standing.). * Abolishes law that allowed collective bargaining between workers and employers without state interference. Now the state, through the Ministry of Labor, will be directly involved in labor disputes (a return to the Somocista labor code). * Worker participation in the administration of the workplace is weakened. * Abolishes section that demanded three months’ severance and just cause for firing workers. Returns to one-month severance pay and no just cause (from Somocista articles #16, 119). * Weakens the strong union rights section of the Labor Code. * Only legally recognized unions can participate in collective bargaining. CHRONOLOGY OF MID-MAY STATE WORKERS’ STRIKE Labor Minister Francisco Rosales announces 60% wage hike. National Assembly, Press Office and other ministries in three-hour work stoppage and demonstration in front of Presidential Offices demanding renegotiation of wage increase, union legalization and respect of earlier collective bargaining agreements. * President Violeta de Chamorro suspends Civil Service Law protecting state workers. (Decree 8-90). * Confederation of Public Administration Workers and National State Employees Union (UNE) call for work stoppages by Construction and Transport, Customs, National Assembly, Presidential Offices, Health Administration. Demands include 200% salary increase, reinstatement of Civil Service Law, review of collective bargaining accords. * Constitutional lawyers submit to Supreme Court "recourse to amparo" that Decree 8-90 is unconstitutional. * a.m. At press conference, Chamorro reiterates suspension of Civil Service Law and announces the Provisional Land Rent and the Review of Confiscations Decrees. Rosales agrees to meet with UNE but threatens to declare the strike illegal. p.m. Rosales meets with union secretary to negotiate, and that evening UNE executive committee meets. By this time 30,000 of 48,000 UNE members on strike including ministries, Customs and the National Assembly. Rosales meets with National Workers Front (FNT) representative Lucío Jiménez. Rosales invites CPT anti-Frente union representatives too. FNT demands: 200% salary increase, suspension of firings, reinstatement of Civil Service Law and joint preparation of Civil Service Law regulations, no firings of strike activists. Rosales' demands: immediate return to work, salary freeze, job stability and review of collective agreements. * Rosales tries to impose CPT leaders as negotiators. UNE refuses, and CPT leaves. Rosales' demands: suspension of strike without salary guarantees, threatens use of police force. According to Jiménez, both sides agree to meet Monday 10 am. * Central Bank, Construction, TELCOR announce they will join strike on May 14. * Broad strikes begin. "Instead of meeting with workers as agreed, Rosales holds press conference and declares strike "illegal, illicit and non-existent," and that those who do not work Tuesday will be fired. Claims the unions have not negotiated in good faith. * Strike lawyers present petition to Supreme Court challenging Rosales' claim that the strike was illegal. * Despite threat of job loss, strikers refuse to return to work. Occupy Central Bank, Foreign Ministry, Construction and Transport, Health and Social Welfare, National Palace, Customs, among others. INE threatens selected three-hour electricity cut-offs. TELCOR cuts both international and national phone lines, administrative health workes also participate in work stoppages. Some bus drivers on strike. Workers prevent ministers from entering their ministries. * a.m. Foreign Minister Enrique Dreyfus tries to enter Ministry with police assistance. Tear gas is used, police enter, but strikers refuse to allow Dreyfus to enter. * p.m. Chamorro sends letter to President Bush requesting $40 million in emergency aid. late p.m. Negotiations resume, with Rosales temporarily absent, and Francisco Mayorga and Antonio Lacayo participating. Court of Appeals declares strike is legal. * Bush refuses to give the $40 million emergency aid. * p.m. TELCOR restores national and international phone service, toencourage negotiations to continue. * Accord reached 7 p.m.: 60% wage increase plus ministry payrolls increased by 24%; and additional cost of living increase on June 1; salary review in June for health and education woerkers and those earning under 15 million córdobas; workers to return to work 8 a.m. May 17; no retaliatory action against striking workers; Labor Ministry will review and ratify collective bargaining agreements; Unions and Labor Ministry will jointly draw up Civil Service Law regulations; workers fired March 19 to May 10 will be rehired. * Workers return to work. * Internal struggle at ENABUS continues, with UNO bus drivers refusing to give up buses and rumors of firings of drivers participating in the strike. * Civil Service Law and Labor Code reformed in National Assembly: definition of workers "of confidence" expanded to include almost all workers, instead of just ministers and vice ministers. 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Integrated software, driven by sophisticated algorithms, track the key variables affecting UV dose in real time, automatically adjusting so that a measured effective UV dose is being delivered all the time. Inspired by Atlantium demonstration projects, US State Regulators and the Food and Drug Administration changed the law in 2009 to allow UV technologies that meet their criteria to substitute for heat to pasteurize water. Heat pasteurization consumes 150kW per hour, while Atlantium technology uses just 3kW per hour to achieve the same microbial integrity. An example of the scale of savings that can be achieved: one of our customers pasteurizes 60 tons of water a day to reuse in plant processing. The water needs to be totally spore and microbe-free to maintain product safety and shelf life. Today, 80% of their daily consumption of 900m3 of process water is recycled water, and they save 158,000 kW in annual energy consumption. This distinction follows recognition for the Coca Cola-Atlantium Rainmaker project that won the IWA Project Innovation Award at Singapore International Water Week last year. The project produces high-quality water that meets and/or exceeds drinking water standards for use in non-product activities such as clean-in-place and bottle washing. The innovative system expands the range of manufacturing applications for recovered process water and sets precedent for conservation and reuse in the beverage industry. “This Atlantium innovation saves water and energy resources,” said Mr. Rotem Arad, Atlantium VP Food & Beverage Business Unit, who received the award on behalf of Atlantium. “Since our CEO Mr. Benjie Kahn, a leading environmentalist and Time Magazine Hero of the Environment, established Atlantium in 2003, we have been focused on technology to make water safe and conserve the world’s precious resources. This recognition confirms that Atlantium is indeed achieving what it set out to do.” See Atlantium’s innovative technologies at Drinktec in Hall B2, Booth 437. About Atlantium Atlantium Technologies Ltd., founded in 2003, provides highly regulated industries such as dairy, food & beverage, pharmaceutical and aquaculture, as well as municipalities, with UV (ultraviolet) based solutions, taking water biosecurity to levels never before achieved without chemicals. Atlantium's Hydro-Optic system is field proven and validated to the highest regulatory standards including USEPA and USFDA. The company has an international customer base with installations all over the world. For more information, go to http://www.atlantium.com. 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