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__label__wiki	0.775442	0.775442	Fifteen years after releasing "Songsmyth", I decided to archive the master tapes into a CD for my own pleasure and for their preservation. When I heard how good the original cuts transferred to CD format, I decided to work to add additional "basement cuts" and make a fuller, 72 minute album. The result is a history and compilation of established and never-before-heard cuts that will please fans and newcomers alike. It is my pleasure to re-release the Songsmyth album....completely re-mastered...and share with you some of the best memories and moments I have savored over the years. Songsmyth and Songsmyth and the Basement Cuts Liner Notes Just a bit of background…. The Songsmyth album was my first attempt at a major studio recording. When it was produced, my thoughts were to bring together some of the most endearing musical friends I had known over the years and to let the magic happen. The end result was a labor of fun and sheer joy. At my side on keyboards and vocals, as in every musical group I was connected to, was Tania Farley…..the one who believed in me the most. My brother-in-law, Steve Ihlenburg, who would later bring his energy and humor to The Tom Farley-Cam Head Band, was our drummer. Steve and Todd Gallagher, whom I had developed a rich writing and recording tradition, accompanied me on lead guitar, keyboards and flute. Donnie Satterwhite, known for his tours with Thunder Road, The Ill-Eagles and duo with Jim Cootes, has been a part of every major studio situation in my career. From my earlier days of Cimarron was Tom Lavin, a bassist steeped in the Southern Rock tradition. Denny Smith of the Blacksburg-based band Happy was the fellow background vocalist, responsible for all of the background vocal arrangements. Just back from the road was Cam Head, whose collaboration in both duo and band I would cherish for nearly a decade. Rounding off the list would be Jim Cummins on harmonica, Greg Ferris on guitar and Mike Gosey on acoustic lead. The final mixing and mastering were done in Nashville. I chose Quadrafonic Studios because I was a real Fogelberg freak at the time, and, I wanted to be surrounded by the people and equipment he worked with on his earlier albums. To have the chance to experience the atmosphere and spirit of Nashville was a real education. Thanks to Tania, our families, our friends (especially Beetle Bailey, Laura Kesser, Debbie Hazelwood, Sharon Kelley, Charlie Scott, Pat and Beau Ludwig, Lloyd Stone and Kristin Phillips), and the many fans and supporters, I had the rare chance to have a dream come true. Little did I know that it would open other doors that would continue to enrich my life in ways that I could never have imagined. Songsmyth Musicians Tom Farley: Acoustic Guitar; Electric Rhythm Guitar; Lead and Background Vocals; Piano Tania Farley: Background Vocals; Piano Tom Lavin: Bass Steve Ihlenburg: Drums and Percussion Donnie Satterwhite: Moog; Piano; Pedal Steel Guitar, Banjo Denny Smith: Background Vocals; Vocal Arrangements Steve Gallagher: Strings; Flute Todd Gallagher: Electric Lead and Rhythm Cam Head: Electric Lead Mike Gosey: Acoustic Lead Jim Cummins: Harmonica The “Basement Cuts” Songs Gasology with Tom Jones By Tony Rice Recorded in 1982 at South Oliver Drive, Va. Beach, VA Tom Farley: Acoustic Rhythm Guitar Tom Jones; Lead Guitar Tom Jones is one of the finest lead players Hampton Roads has ever produced. Although we enjoyed playing music together, Tom was involved with The Street Talk Band and I with The Tom Farley-Cam Head Band; we never had many opportunities to play together. When Tom came over to my house one day in 1982, I set up a makeshift recording situation and was able to capture some really nice moments. One was our first attempt at Fresh Air, which we later recorded at Live Oak Studios and found its way to The Calm Before the Storm CD....along with "An Old and Familiar Play". The other was our version of the Tony Rice tune, Gasology. Similar Features with Tania Farley By Melissa Etheridge Tania Farley: Lead Vocals Gerry Herndon: Electric Lead Guitar Recorded Live in 1989 by The Tom Farley Band at The Restaurant By George, Nags Head, NC Tania Farley has always been known as one of the premier female vocalists on the local scene. With Cimarron, The Tom Farley-Cam Head Band and The Tom Farley Band, she distinguished herself in her musical style and interpretations. On a cold, windy, rainy, icy night in December, The Tom Farley Band (with Gerry Herndon) went to play at The Restaurant By George in Nags Head. Following us were a caravan of die-hard friends and faithful from Chick's Beach Café. It was truly a night to remember, as is the live performance Tania gives to this song. By Tom Farley Recorded in 1987 at Gallagher Studios, Va. Beach, VA Tom Farley: Acoustic Guitars and Vocal Ever since my college years I have shared my love for music and recording with my best friend, Steve Gallagher. We have always relished the creative process. As I invested my time into the performing aspects, Steve did so in home studio engineering. Without his friendship and collaboration much of what I know and love about music and the recording process would have never been realized. Several of the basement cuts were recorded where he was living at the time. Many became the basis for band and recording products. This song was written for my wife, Tania, during a period in our lives when we both were working so much that we rarely had time to spend with each other. It was my way of telling her that I love her, and that when all is said and done, I'll Be Waiting………. Promenade Blues Tom Farley: Acoustic Guitar and Vocal Long before it was recorded on The Calm Before the Storm CD, this song was a personal favorite. It was written on the boardwalk at Virginia Beach during a break when I was playing solo at Abbey Road. That was on a Saturday night; on Sunday afternoon, I was at Steve's recording it. Nothing like getting it fresh out of the oven…. Just Jammin' By Tom Farley and Lloyd Huckstep Recorded Live in 1974 at the 70th Street Apartment, Va. Beach, VA Tom Farley: Acoustic Lead Guitar Lloyd Huckstep: Acoustic Rhythm Guitar Lloyd Huckstep was a close friend of my good college buddy, Charlie Wilkerson. Charlie and Lloyd came down from Richmond to spend a weekend with Steve and I when we lived on 70th Street at the beach. Lloyd and I had just met and had never played guitars together before. Steve was setting up the deck to record and needed to set the levels. The result is a spontaneous moment that remains special to me for one reason: I never before or since had the opportunity or the pleasure of playing guitars with Lloyd …. By Foreigner Recorded Live in 1985 at Smackwater Jacks, Va. Beach, VA Tom Farley: Acoustic Rhythm Guitar; Background Vocals Tania Farley: Background Vocals Cam Head: Lead Guitar; Background Vocals David Frink: Bass Guitar Johnny Bailey: Lead Vocals In my performing career I have had the pleasure of making music with some truly unique characters. Johnnie Bailey was one of these characters, and, one of the best crowd-pleasing entertainers I have ever met. He would sit in with our acoustic act for a period of about six months. During this time, we developed a small but wonderful song list with Johnny singing lead vocals: Shamma Lamma Ding Dong, Shout, The Boys are Back in Town and, of course, Women…. Over the Rainbow (Instrumental) By Harburg and Arlen Cam Head: Acoustic Lead Guitar Gasology with Cam Head (Instrumental) For many acoustic and rock fans in Hampton Roads, the name Cam Head brings to mind one of the most unique talents ever to hit the local scene. Creative, intense and fascinating to watch, he has never failed to amaze me in the forty-two years that I have known him. We started our musical relationship at his garage in 1973 when he was a senior and I was a first year teacher at Indian River High School. It just got bigger and better as the years went on. Starting as a duo some years later, we would evolve into The Tom Farley-Cam Head Band, playing together for over seven years. While practicing for our acoustic duo at my house on South Oliver Drive, we decided to set up and record so we could critique ourselves. Part of the result of that session is our versions of Over the Rainbow and Gasology. Professional Backroads Man Recorded Live in 1983 at Michael's, Va. Beach, VA Tom Farley: Acoustic Rhythm Guitar; Lead Vocals Tania Farley: Percussion; Background Vocals Cam Head: Lead Acoustic Guitar; Background Vocals Donnie Satterwhite: Pedal Steel Guitar Jimmy Dunne: Electric Lead Rick Price: Bass Steve Ihlenburg: Drums Every once in a great while you get the chance to have some fun with people you really admire and cherish. As a means of filling out a Sunday afternoon program at Michael's, a Hilltop Country Music bar, Tania, Cam, Steve and I decided to get together and jam with some of our friends in the house band, Thunder Road. Totally unrehearsed and spontaneous, we opened with this song. After that afternoon, we came up with an ending to this tune…. Squirrels (Instrumental) Tom Farley: Acoustic Guitars When Tania and I lived on South Oliver Drive, we had a nice lot with dozens of trees. Squirrels were naturally part of the landscape. However, on one particular day, they seemed to be playing together in greater numbers and with fun on their minds. I must have watched them for an hour or more. They had an energy and rhythm that I couldn't get out of my mind. So, I let it out in a song….	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35622
__label__wiki	0.774298	0.774298	Notes From Atlanta POLITICS OF GRAMMAR COLUMN MY SCHOLARLY WORKS STUDY IN AMERICA Presidential Dissociative Disorder (PDD) By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter:@farooqkperogi The intoxication of power can deaden people’s moral sensibilities, weaken their faculty for empathy, and cause them to be ensconced in an alternate universe. My widely shared July 27, 2019 column titled “How Political Power Damages the Brain—and How to Reverse it” provides scholarly, empirical evidence for this. Nevertheless, Muhammadu Buhari appears to be breaking records in the depths and severity of his divorce from quotidian reality. He seems to inhabit a universe that is completely disconnected from everyday Nigeria. In his parallel universe, he has transformed Nigeria into a Nirvana where there is a superfluity of the best imaginable nourishment for everyone and where life is pleasant, pleasurable, and perfect. For instance, in his speech at the inauguration of his ministers on August 19, Buhari said he had "secured" the country, "improved the economy" and "fought corruption" to a standstill, adding “none but the most partisan will dispute that we have made headway in all three areas.” The reality, of course, is that Nigeria is more insecure now than it has ever been since its founding. The theater of sanguinary frenzy and abductions for ransom in the country has both widened and deepened in ways that have no parallel in Nigeria’s history. The economy has witnessed negative growth throughout the period Buhari has fancied himself as president, and debt has ballooned to unimaginable proportions. Unemployment is now the worst it has ever been since 1960. On his incompetent watch, Nigeria earned the dubious honor of being the world’s poverty capital. Although Buhari disputes that Nigeria is now the poverty headquarters of the world, he continually says he will take “100 million” people out of poverty in the next 10 years (never mind that his “tenure” is supposed to end in four years). If 100 million people need to be taken out of poverty out of Nigeria’s 190 million people, isn’t that an admission that more than half of the country’s population is desperately poor? So what exactly does he dispute about the World Poverty Clock’s characterization of Nigeria as the headquarters of the world’s poorest people? Corruption is now so shamelessly brazen that even positions in government, including ministerial appointments, are now literally auctioned off to the highest bidders. As a source close to presidency told me recently, “The rottenness is unprecedented and no society or country can survive this level of fraud, crime, and sleaze.” It’s supremely symbolic that the vast majority of Buhari’s current ministers are people who have been investigated for financial crimes by the EFCC. Only a person who is unmoored to reality, who is dissociated from the real world, who should be a patient in a psychiatric hospital, would even joke that Nigeria is secure, that the country’s economy is improved, and that corruption is being fought. That’s why I think Buhari is suffering from a condition I choose to call presidential dissociative disorder (PDD). It’s a condition that causes him to take rent-free residence in cloud-cuckoo-land and that uncouples him from the experiential realities of real living people. Another jarring instance of presidential dissociative disorder occurred on August 15. While commissioning the Nigerian Air Force Reference Hospital built in his hometown of Daura, Buhari was reported to have remonstrated "against foreign medical treatment." He pointed out that the location of the Air Force Hospital in Daura would “minimise the need for people in these areas [apparently areas around Daura] to travel to Kano, Kaduna, Abuja or even overseas to receive medical treatment.” I initially dismissed the story as a humorous spoof, given Buhari's notoriety as a UK medical tourist. But it turned out to be a factual story. Now get this: According to the Punch of April 20,2019, Buhari spent a total of one year and 39 days abroad between May 2015 and April 2019, mostly on foreign medical tourism in the UK while healthcare at home falls apart on his watch. Buhari has spent more time in foreign hospitals—at the expense of Nigeria—than any past president or head of state, dead or alive. He beat the late Umaru Musa Yar'adua's record by a wide margin. While Yar’adua spent 109 days in foreign hospitals during his presidency, Buhari spent 172 days in UK hospitals as of May 2018. Given that British news agency Reuters reported in 2017 that several of Buhari’s foreign trips are actually covert medical trips (such as when his media aides prevaricated that he had made a“technical stopover” in London on his way from the US in May 2018), the number of days he spent in foreign hospitals exceeds what has been publicly acknowledged. If Buhari wasn’t unplugged from reality, he wouldn’t be caught railing against medical tourism, his favorite pastime. He should be embarrassed by any talk of foreign medical care. But he lives in his own world, his own self-created psychic silo. It didn’t start this month, though. Recall that on May 22, he told outgoing ministers that they should “be proud” that they “were part of a government that ended Boko Haram.” He said this at a time of Boko Haram’s forcefully slaughterous resurgence, at a time when more soldiers were murdered by Boko Haram than at any time since 2009, at a time when several communities in Borno were under Boko Haram's control, and when the population of IDPs continued to rise to astronomical levels. Recall also that in the aftermath of a horrendously bloodstained communal upheaval in Taraba in March 2018, which compelled him to pay a forced sympathy visit to affected communities, Buhari told grieving communities that he had fulfilled his campaign promise to secure the nation. “Today, even our worst enemy can attest to the fact that the APC-led federal government has done well in the area of security,” he said. “We have decimated Boko Haram, while the fight against corruption is going on well.” If government had “done well in the area of security,” why was he on a tour of scenes of bloodletting? What more evidence do we need to conclude that Buhari has disengaged from the world the rest of us live in? A man who doesn’t see the contradiction in bragging about his “success” in security while on a condolence visit of several parts of the country that were drenched in unspeakably agonizing oceans of blood lives in an alternate universe. He is completely divorced from reality. And that’s frightening. It appears that Buhari’s apparent senile dementia is colliding with an emergent presidential dissociative disorder, causing him to be detached from reality! His thoughts, actions and the reality in the country have parted company. What is sadder still is that his dissociative disorder is infectious. All his aides have caught it. That’s why the entire country is caught in a state of suspended animation. Buhari's Physical and Mental Health is Now a National Emergency Buhari's Obsessive Compulsive Runawayism Posted by Farooq A. Kperogi at 12:03 AM Labels: Farooq Kperogi, Muhammadu Buhari, Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, Presidential dissociative disorder (PDD) Mind blowing and conscience awakening. Nigeria must be greater and we all must be upright as patriotic citizens. Today's leaders should ensure exemplary leadership qualities to younger upcoming followers, whereas truth will always remain bitter, am proud you own the courage to serve it hot and spicy. Thanks Farooq A. Kperogi. Dollarsee said... You sounded prophetic as always, prof.But I'm under no illusion that Mr. President and handlers are ardently adamant to retrace their wrongs with the view of re-writing them. Thank you for the masterpiece, sir. Bello Tarki said... Good diagnosis prof. What is your prescription? For the story of Nigeria to not end in tragedy? For the audience to leave the theatre relieved and hopeful? Annoying that way more competent previous leaders never waxed Messianic the way he does.He's so devil-may-care in his body language that you're tempted to test that smogness and see what undergirds it - usual Fulani superiority complex or mere idiocy? Ibrahim Waziri: From HND in Nigeria to PhD in America By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter: @farooqkperogi What you will read below is the inspirational story of a 29-year-old Nigerian from ... Aisha Buhari’s Embarrassing Grammatical Infelicities at USIP By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter: @farooqkperogi I am aware that this article won’t endear me to several of my thin-skinned Buhar... Biggest Scandal in Oil “Subsidy Removal” Fraud By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter: @farooqkperogi To begin with, the idea that the Nigerian government is subsidizing fuel for t... Fried Chicken and Watermelon: Racism Through Food in America By Farooq A. Kperogi In the two-part series I did titled “Eighteenth-century racism in twenty-first America,” I cited a racist picture ... Aisha Buhari and the Evil Aso Rock Cabal By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter: @farooqkperogi Mrs. Aisha Buhari bucked tradition by openly criticizing the political appointme... HND and American Universities By Farooq A. Kperogi Twitter: @farooqkperogi In the past few weeks, I have received no fewer than 10 emails from readers of this colum... Fani-Kayode: Ministerial Rascality Taken Too Far! The following first appeared in my column in the weekly Trust newspaper, Abuja, on October 7, 2006. By Farooq A. Kperogi Twitter: @far... Divided by a Common Language: Comparing Nigerian, American and British English By Farooq A. Kperogi This piece was originally serialized for eight weeks in my weekly column called "Notes from Atlanta" in t... Petrol Price Hike: Time to Occupy Nigeria Again By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Twitter: @farooqkperogi In 2012 when the Goodluck Jonathan administration arbitrarily hiked the pump pri... Patience Jonathan's Peculiar Grammar By Farooq A. Kperogi, Ph.D. Nigeria’s First Lady “Dame” Patience Jonathan has by now securely established well-deserved notoriety for ... Farooq A. Kperogi Dr. Farooq Kperogi is a professor, journalist, newspaper columnist, author, and blogger based in Greater Atlanta, USA. He received his Ph.D. in communication from Georgia State University's Department of Communication where he taught journalism for 5 years and won the top Ph.D. student prize called the "Outstanding Academic Achievement in Graduate Studies Award." He earned his Master of Science degree in communication (with a minor in English) from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and won the Outstanding Master's Student in Communication Award. He earned his B.A. in Mass Communication (with minors in English and Political Science) from Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria, where he won the Nigerian Television Authority Prize for the Best Graduating Student. He writes a weekly column for the Nigerian Tribune. His research has won top awards. Read more about him here: https://www.farooqkperogi.com/p/about-me.html Farooq Kperogi Tweets by @farooqkperogi Follow @farooqkperogi Me in 2000 Farooq Kperogi, Ph.D.. Simple theme. Powered by Blogger.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35623
__label__wiki	0.828858	0.828858	“Alphabet Of Illiteracy” Highlights How Reading Can Help Save The World A new campaign aims to promote literacy by putting it in world-crisis-solving perspective. By Meg Carter 3 minute Read An A to Z list of world problems that could be eased by being able to read is at the heart of a campaign launched in the U.K. today to promote Project Literacy, an international initiative to raise public awareness and support for efforts to combat illiteracy. “With multiple causes and no one silver bullet solution, an immediate challenge in raising awareness about illiteracy is the issue’s complexity,” says Owen Lee, chief creative officer at FCB Inferno, which conceived the “Alphabet of Illiteracy” and cocreated it with British artist Wilfred Wood. Wood has produced 26 sculptures, each depicting a world problem—from AIDS to zero options, including female genital mutilation, infant mortality, and sexual exploitation—caused or made worse by the fact that an estimated 757 million people in the world today cannot read. The sculptures feature in an online film, social campaign, print and outdoor ads, a book, and other merchandise developed for educational publisher Pearson. All campaign elements, created by FCB Inferno, have been designed to drive people to visit the Project Literacy website where they can find out more about illiteracy; donate time, influence, or funds to initiatives to combat it; or sign an online petition to call on world leaders to do more. A GIF generator has also been created to reward petition signers with a short animation of their first name using “Alphabet of Illiteracy” letters that they can then share on social platforms. Project Literacy was announced by Pearson in autumn 2014 as a five-year project to encourage action and investment in literacy to ensure that by 2030, no child is born at risk of poor literacy—a problem that doesn’t just restrict people’s economic opportunities but also their health education and ability to vote. In its first year, the project’s focus has been on striking alliances. Last September, 16 organizations confirmed that they would join Pearson in backing the initiative as it delivered the world’s largest-ever petition to the United Nations’ headquarters in New York. Now, with FCB Inferno’s help, the emphasis is switching to the general public and communicating not only the problems illiteracy causes but also the work being done to combat it. However, complexity wasn’t the only challenge the creative team faced. “Charity fatigue is a growing concern, and the fact that with the number of campaigns already out there, people often see the same kind of messages again and again,” says FCB Inferno senior copywriter Martin McAllister. “But what immediately struck us was a near total lack of awareness. Ask people to name the world’s top problems and they are far more likely to mention others, like hunger. Yet scratch the surface, and illiteracy is a factor in them all.” This insight led the team to start considering how to bring to life literacy by highlighting the impact it has on higher profile problems. The idea was to exploit the power of juxtaposition, according to art director Julia Ferrier. The appeal of a pictorial alphabet lay in the power of contrasting the simplicity of a children’s ABC-style of approach with the stark reality of the global problems illiteracy feeds. “It is a clash of the knowing and the naïve, and that’s a neat fit with the style and sentiment behind much of Wilfred Wood’s work,” she observes. However, while eager to capitalize on the emotive force of unexpected associations, the creative team was eager not to over-sensationalize. So while many of the problems highlighted are surprising—illiteracy and female genital mutilation, for example—the only issues featured are those where the link is proven by independent academic research. Furthermore, alongside each of the 26 problems featured, a nonprofit organization working to tackle that problem is also highlighted through associated content. “All too often charities compete for attention and donations,” Lee observes. “This campaign, however, unites charities to tackle illiteracy as one of the root causes of their own particular issue.” Meg Carter is a UK-based freelance journalist who has written widely on all aspects of branding, media, marketing & creativity for a wide range of outlets including The Independent, Financial Times and Guardian newspapers, New Media Age and Wired. www.megcarter.com Entertainment Newsletter These bamboo houses are designed to stay standing during earthquakes How to determine if corporate climate commitments are legitimate Can beer-style advertising sell hard seltzer? Bud Light thinks so Netflix faces another global crisis as Brazilian judge orders removal of ‘gay Jesus’ comedy special ‘Just Mercy,’ the new Michael B. 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__label__cc	0.592359	0.407641	In this section: Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts Recall Resources Enforcement Reports Industry Guidance For Recalls Major Product Recalls Archive for Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts Mylan Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Three Lots of Nizatidine Capsules, USP, Due to the Detection of Trace Amounts of NDMA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine) Impurity Found in the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Manufactured by Solara Active Pharma Sciences Limited When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos Company Announcement Date: FDA Publish Date: Reason for Announcement: Recall Reason Description NDMA (Nitrosodimethylamine) impurity Mylan N.V. Brand Name(s) Nizatidine Capsules 150mg and 300mg Mylan N.V.(NASDAQ: MYL) today announced that its U.S. based Mylan Pharmaceuticals business is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall, to the consumer level, of three lots of Nizatidine Capsules, USP (including the 150mg and 300mg strengths). While Mylan has not received any reports of adverse events related to these batches to date, this product is being voluntarily recalled due to detected trace amounts of an impurity N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) contained in the API Nizatidine, USP, manufactured by Solara Active Pharma Sciences Limited. NDMA is a known environmental contaminant and found in water and foods, including meats, dairy products and vegetables. NDMA has been classified as a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer) according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). The finished products are manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. These batches were distributed nationwide to wholesalers, mail order pharmacies, retail pharmacies, and a distributor between June 2017 and August 2018. The recalled batches are as follows: 0378-5150-91 Nizatidine Capsules, USP 150mg Bottles of 60 3086746 May 2020 0378-5300-93 Nizatidine Capsules, USP 300mg Bottles of 30 3082876 Jan 2020 Nizatidine Capsules, USP Bottles of 30 Nizatidine is indicated for the short-term treatment (up to 8 weeks) of active duodenal ulcers and active benign gastric ulcers, as maintenance therapy for duodenal ulcer patients for up to one year, and for up to 12 weeks for the treatment of endoscopically diagnosed esophagitis and associated heartburn due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Mylan is notifying its distributors and customers by letter and is arranging for return of all recalled products. Wholesalers, retailers and consumers that are in possession of recalled product should contact Stericycle at 888-628-0727 for the return of the recalled product. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to using these drug products. Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online by regular mail or by fax. Complete and submit the report Online Regular Mail or Fax: Download form or call 1- 800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178 This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. About Mylan Mylan is a global pharmaceutical company committed to setting new standards in healthcare. Working together around the world to provide 7 billion people access to high quality medicine, we innovate to satisfy unmet needs; make reliability and service excellence a habit; do what's right, not what's easy; and impact the future through passionate global leadership. We offer a growing portfolio of more than 7,500 marketed products around the world, including antiretroviral therapies on which approximately 40% of people being treated for HIV/AIDS globally depend. We market our products in more than 165 countries and territories. We are one of the world's largest producers of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Every member of our approximately 35,000strong workforce is dedicated to creating better health for a better world, one person at a time. Learn more at Mylan.com. We routinely post information that may be important to investors on our website at investor.mylan.com. Company Contact Information Consumers: Stericycle Christine Waller Follow FDA Follow @US_FDA on Twitter Follow FDA on Facebook Follow @FDArecalls on Twitter Recent Recalled Product Photos on FDA's Flickr Photostream More Recalls, Market Withdrawals, &	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35626
__label__wiki	0.74423	0.74423	Waupun Kiwanis recognizes Junior Kiwanians Each month during the school year, the Waupun Kiwanis club welcomes a junior or senior from Waupun High School or Central Wisconsin Christian to be the Junior Kiwanian. Waupun Kiwanis recognizes Junior Kiwanians Each month during the school year, the Waupun Kiwanis club welcomes a junior or senior from Waupun High School or Central Wisconsin Christian to be the Junior Kiwanian. Check out this story on fdlreporter.com: http://fondul.ac/28NZcZZ For USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin Published 12:41 p.m. CT June 22, 2016 Pictured are 2015-16's Junior Kiwanians, front row from left: Shelby Koll, Karsyn Wetzel, Olivia Theune, Kyra Verheyen and McKenna Yedinak. Back row, from left: Kiwanian Dennis Overlien, and Junior Kiwanians Dylan Vander Berg, Brant Buchta and Caleb Schultz.(Photo: Photo courtesy of Waupun Kiwanis Club) WAUPUN - Each month during the school year, the Waupun Kiwanis club welcomes a junior or senior from Waupun High School or Central Wisconsin Christian to be the Junior Kiwanian. This year, the club hosted an exceptional group of students and welcomed them back in May for an alumni celebration. Each student shared about what they were involved in this spring at school as well as their future plans. November: Kyra Verheyen, a senior at Waupun High School, is a member of student council and National Honor Society, and plays softball and volleyball, and acts as club coach for the latter. Verheyen is also active in her church, Pella Lutheran Church, participating in Senior High Youth Group and volunteering for the Easter breakfast. She also volunteers with Volksfest and the Salvation Army. She will be working at the high school cleaning this summer and attending UW-Madison in the fall for pre-pharmacy. December: Karsyn Wetzel, a senior at Waupun High School, is involved a chess club and Select Choir, and is involved in the production of her school’s yearbook. She is a member of 4-H and has held offices of president and vice president in her chapter. She is also active in her church, Immanuel Lutheran Church, and its 3-in-1 Choir. She also volunteers for Relay for Life. She will be working at a dairy this summer and going to Fond du Lac's MPTC in the fall for dairy management. March: McKenna Yedinak, a junior at Waupun High School, is involved in many extra-curricular activities including National Honor Society, student council, volleyball, basketball and track, and mentors a sixth-grade girl. Yedinak is also active in her church, Edgewood Community Church, participating in youth group and going on mission trips. She has visited St. Louis, Toronto and Mexico, and will visit Nashville this summer. She’s undecided on where she’ll attend college. April: Olivia Theune, a senior at Central Wisconsin Christian School, is involved in choir, student council, volleyball, basketball and theater. She also volunteers in the special education classroom at Meadowview primary and in the nursery at her church, Bethel Christian Reformed Church, and is a member of Bethel’s Young People. She’s looking for a CNA job and will be attending Concordia University for nursing. May: Caleb Schultz, a senior at Waupun High School, is involved in jazz band, marching band, National Honor Society and theater, as well as a volunteer for Sunday School at his church, United Methodist Church, and is a member in the youth group. He also volunteers for Relay for Life. He will be interning this summer at the library and attending UW-Green Bay in the fall for pre-med and math. Other Junior Kiwanians who spoke in May are: Dylan Vander Berg, a senior at CWC this year. He played golf this spring and will be attending Dordt college in the fall majoring in math and computer science. Shelby Koll, a junior this year at WHS, but just toured UW-Green Bay and will likely attend there in 2017. She’ll be baby-sitting this summer. Brant Buchta, a junior. He played golf this spring and just went to state for show choir. He hopes to attend UW-Madison for aerospace engineering and computer science. Missing from the event was Katie Rens, who joined the club in February as Junior Kiwanian. Katie was a junior this year at Waupun High School involved in the choir and drama club. She attends Trinity Reformed Church and plans to pursue music education and music therapy in college. Read or Share this story: http://fondul.ac/28NZcZZ	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35627
__label__cc	0.718723	0.281277	Kansas City: Christopher Elbow Chocolates Hannah Rushton Chocolate. It’s one of the most beloved sweets in the world and almost everyone has an opinion concerning it—whether it be their favorite brand of chocolate, which type is the best, or which country has the best chocolate. In Kansas City, there’s no shortage of opinions, especially when it comes to Christopher Elbow Chocolates. You may remember a little post about Glacé, possibly one of the yummiest ice cream joints in the midwest. Well, the guy that created this fantastic ice cream experience started off in artisan chocolates. And we just had to visit, obviously. Of course, the plan was to simple eat one or two of the chocolates at the store and take the rest home to savor over the coming week—but we really shouldn’t have given ourselves that much credit. We ate them ALL. And it was the best. Though you can already tell the chocolates are pretty fantastic (just look at the pictures!), you may be wondering a little more about the man behind the chocolate machine. Not only is he a Kansas City legend, but he is pretty well known around the world for his chocolate and ice cream creations. He started in the restaurant business, heading up a local KC restaurant, and then moved to Las Vegas to participate in a few of the biggest restaurants, including Delmonico Steakhouse (an Emeril Lagasse creation) and the Eiffel Tower Restaurant. After returning to Kansas City to work at the American Restaurant, he discovered a passion for chocolate making, after sending out little chocolates as a dessert option and receiving MANY compliments (and fans and stalkers). He decided to start his own company shortly after and the chocolates took off! He now has a location in San Francisco as well as Kansas City, and a couple locations for Glacé Artisan Ice Cream in the KC metro area. Now, on to the chocolate. We decided to get a few different kinds of chocolates so that we could get a good idea of the flavor profiles Elbow liked. In different interviews, he’s said that he doesn’t like to push the limit, or create something “of the moment,” so most of his flavors were more traditional than some of the ice cream flavors he puts out in Glacé. Despite that, we enjoyed ever single flavor we bought–these chocolates were some of the best we’ve ever had. From left to right, clockwise: Champagne (milk chocolate ganache blended with French champagne), Lime Vanilla (fresh lime juice and vanilla bean blended into a buttery caramel), Rosemary Caramel (caramel infused with fresh rosemary in dark chocolate), Vanilla Bean (caramel infused with Madagascar vanilla beans), unknown, Macadamia Praline (caramelized macadamia nuts blended with milk chocolate and Hawaiian sea salt), Bananas Foster (bananas and brown sugar flambeed with rum). Though all of the flavors are more traditional, they were extremely delicious. The first thing we noticed was the thin shell that the caramels or ganaches were encased in. We cut all of the chocolates so that we could try all of the flavors, and the chocolates just crumbled under the weight of the knife–a great sign for those who get to eat the entire chocolate themselves! Once we tasted the chocolates, however, we were blown away that a chocolate could contain that much flavor! A lot of the times a dark or milk chocolate will mask the other flavor in the chocolate, but with Christopher Elbow Chocolates, the flavor comes bursting through like a ray of sunshine. We wanted to try the Rosemary caramel specifically because it is such a unique chocolate flavor, and we weren’t disappointed at all. The flavor was so strong with a hint of sweetness, and was really a perfect caramel flavor. The Lime Vanilla caramel was similar. There was so much lime packed into such a little package! The other thing we loved about the chocolates were the intense colors. Decorated with printed chocolate, or airbrushed by hand, these chocolates were a work of art–we felt bad eating them because they were so beautiful! If you are interested in visiting Elbow Chocolates (which you TOTALLY should be), you can also get drinking chocolate, which we skipped because it was summertime. Christopher Elbow Chocolates (1819 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64108 // 816.842.1300) Leave a Reply to Sharon K.. Winter Cancel reply Sharon K.. Winter says: I want to fly there right now and try the Rosemary Chocolate Sounds fabulous. . I 100% agree. Rosemary Chocolate for everyone. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂 Tracy ballard says: They look to beautiful to eat. Yum! Send me some.? 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__label__cc	0.549788	0.450212	New story every Monday and Friday Stories (Home) BEST OF FOTW Charlie Fish California Fable by Jeff Burt Jeff Burt's eccentric character Stephen Pocket dates a shopkeeper because he is fascinated by her parrot - but he and the parrot bring out the worst in each other. Stephen Pocket curled his fingers within the doorbell of the jewelry store attempting to silence the brassy ring. It was ten o’clock, already humid and irritatingly hot. He had an apple vodka and conversation hangover. His Panama suit was creased as if he’d slept in it. He removed his straw hat and ruffled the black hair beginning to sprout white shoots near the temples and a spume near the crown. With his index fingers he smoothed his mustache, and then adjusted his sunglasses. A self-labeled pretty boy, Stephen loved his image. He recognized that if he had travelled with the wealthy he would have been absorbed in the eccentric circles and never stood out. So he had associated himself with sailors, short haul truck drivers, musicians, and a host of mediocre artisans to get the attention he desired. With meticulous care he chose his wardrobe to be a display of ostentatiousness that no person in his circle of acquaintances could match. His colors were pastels and subtle, his shirts European, his shoes Yugoslavian. He drove a Jaguar convertible, black, the product and profit of a brief marriage to a woman who had won a personal injury suit worth half a million dollars. In the store Stephen immersed himself in necklaces and lockets. He was looking for a cheaper and less shocking entrance into a woman’s life after she had thrown diamond earrings back in his face—which had actually made him happy, since creditors were calling him daily and maitre d’s at restaurants were displaying his bounced checks on the hidden boards underneath the hostess lectern. He was imaging what a small white gold locket would look like on this woman’s neck when the doorbell tinkled again. As he doubled over the display case, the young female shopkeeper uttered a sigh of acknowledgment and hurried toward the entrance. Stephen stopped looking at the lockets and caught himself gazing at his own reflection. “Peanuts,” a parrot squawked. “Peanuts.” A shrill caw rang the plate of glass Stephen had his hands on. A second caw seemed to ring every bit of glass, brass, ruby, and diamond, plus Stephen’s brain against the inside of his skull. The parrot perched on the right shoulder of the shopkeeper who was stroking the bird’s belly with the backside of her hand. She was peppering the parrot with baby talk, designed, apparently, to engage the parrot in a conversation. “Diamonds and girls, diamonds and girls,” the parrot repeated. Stephen, never one to desire a pet because it distracted from his attention, was magnetized by the bird. It stood in all its green-feathered glory wearing a natural Aztec headdress like an ancient wizard. Stephen saw the tiny head of a wise old man sitting on a bird’s body. The bird walked back and forth in a half-dignified, half-comical manner. He coveted it. The bird would be another successful novelty with his friends, at least for a few weeks, and they could think, “That crazy Stephen,” once again. The shopkeeper stood by the front window, with streaming light and a brittle, harsh reflection from the Jaguar’s window silhouetting her body. Stephen found her trim, of sufficient height, about five-foot-six-inches, and noticed she was not wearing a slip, her cream-colored cotton dress with brown flowers a transparent cover to the thighs. He liked her erect posture. Her ears were visible, hair tucked behind them, and they were devoid of earrings. In fact, her body lacked any ornament, bare of bracelet, necklace, ring, or locket. She swayed as if she heard music. Stephen closed his eyes, then opened them. The parrot and woman still shimmered. “Peanuts, peanuts,” the parrot squawked. They laughed. The parrot sidestepped over the woman’s shoulder to her neck and nipped at Stephen’s hand when he tried to touch it. “Broca,” the woman admonished the bird, “be nice to the man. He says peanuts to every customer who is not standing at the high-priced glass. I apologize for his manners.” She turned to Stephen. “He’s never nipped at anyone before. I am so sorry. I hope he didn’t hurt you. He is usually very keen on being stroked.” Stephen smiled. “I’m fine. I reached back just at the last second. I never get hurt.” He watched how the woman’s lips rose to a smile and bared her spectacularly white teeth. He liked that. “Did you name him Broca?” he asked, positioning himself between the glass and the shopkeeper. “No. I bought him from a college student who was a trivia buff. Broca’s rather strange. He sometimes yokes together two rhymes that make no sense. His enunciation is quite good.” “Can you make him say anything?” “He may try to repeat what you say,” she said. The parrot did a full pivot on her shoulder and turned his back to Stephen. “Diamonds and girls, diamonds and girls.” Stephen snorted his pleasure. He was enthralled. The bird was perfect for him, and the woman wasn’t bad either. “Do you close for lunch? I was thinking of cooling off with a drive in my Jag,” he said, jangling his keys. Professor Tommy Toney, trained in classical music and composer of advertising jingles, soared through ragtime tunes at 1919, a small Italian restaurant whose house specialty was a red wine fermented and kept in casks beneath the dining room. Toney, on request, could play almost any song, though more often than not would change the melody as he proceeded to provide some perverse pleasure known only to him. He was a professional drunk as well, as many of the restaurant’s adherents, preferring the bar to the dining area. Stephen, who frequented 1919 often enough to be considered a regular, and certain to pay cash rather than try to pass a check, sat with his back to Toney, giving him a vantage point from which to watch the entire spectrum of faces. Dana, the shopkeeper, absent the parrot of Stephen’s affections, sat kitty-corner to him, silent, bored, and slumped into a red velvet stuff chair. When Toney completed his set, the buzz of conversation rose and Stephen turned to his date. “Do you like selling clothes?” “My, he talks,” Dana said softly, lifting the house wine to her lips and turning her eyes away from Stephen’s. “Yes, I do like it. It’s fun.” “But the clothes are not like the jewelry you sell, unique, appreciating. Expensive clothes are ten percent material and labor and ninety percent hype. It’s borderline unethical, don’t you think?” “Unethical? Hardly. I’m not pushing stolen goods. I’m selling fabrics, cloth that people stitch together. And herringbone and wool and silk aren’t faddish and certainly not purchased because of hype.” Stephen took a drink and picked at his half-finished ziti. “No offense, but it’s way too much cost for the style over the substance.” “And your Jaguar is not?” Stephen laughed loudly. “A Jaguar? A Jaguar has a twelve-piston engine that’s the envy of the world. See, there is a great example of substance and style meshing in a truly valuable way.” “Maybe for a man. For a woman, it is a dress.” Stephen laughed loudly again and looked away. “You haven’t told me anything about what you do,” Dana asked. “I’m beginning to be fascinated by a man who remains a total mystery. You haven’t told me anything about what you feel emotionally or what you truly value.” “I like Broca.” “And you like money and diamonds and expensive cars.” Stephen smiled. “I like things of quality.” “And what do you like in people?” He smiled again. “Interesting people. Deep, complex people. People I can’t comprehend in thirty minutes.” “Oh dear. I’m afraid I won’t last too long. I’m very simple.” “Keep your parrot and you’ll last long enough,” Stephen said again turning his head away from Dana. Toney returned to the piano to sparse handclaps and Stephen returned to his silent vigil, occasionally questioning Dana about her childhood, her family back in England, her education, how she lost her accent, her best friend, Broca, and old lovers. Dana did not answer the question on old lovers. Stephen enjoyed Dana’s company. She did not push him for his life story, which bored him. When he was busy with his own thoughts, she left him alone. And she was simple, simple enough not to understand that he was asking rudimentary questions to get her to tell him her stories to entertain him, stories he would remember and retell to others, always looking for a humorous or weird angle. He imagined himself a fabulist, a collector of fables, and Dana was his latest source. Dana was also physically complementary. Her dresses fell straight from her shoulders, breasts breaking the fall evenly and without significance. Her earrings were always plain if she wore any. When the two went out, he was the peacock. At thirty-five, she had found the wisdom of dividing sex from romance, and it seemed satisfying to both. They had been dating for six weeks, having sex for three, when Stephen demanded that Dana live with him. They were sitting in her apartment on a hot afternoon, shades and drapes drawn, a tangled metal wind chime of owls tingling dully in the breeze. Glasses of ice tea were forming pools that mirrored their own limpidity and nakedness. “We have to live together,” Stephen said, attempting to maintain decorum by wrapping a white towel around his waist. “We’ve been through an extensive communication and I think it’s time we heightened the intensity, truly learn about each other, and we can only do that if we are together day and night.” Dana hesitated. “I have learned so little about you, though. I learn about gifts for this woman, what car some jerk owned in 2003, what your friend Tommy did in Cincinnati the night he got married, but I don’t learn about you.” “You who? You who?” Broca interrupted. “Precisely,” Dana said. Stephen frowned. “You keep pressing me,” he began, his body instantly rigid with anger. “You press me for stuff I don’t have to give. You ask me how I feel and I tell you. What more do you want?” “I want more than a dissertation and a question-and-answer period on life as an ideal, Stephen. I want more than the lines from Romeo and Juliet. That doesn’t tell me how you feel. I want to know more about your family, how you grew up, what you thought about and dreamed about as a boy.” Stephen stammered and rose quickly, grabbed Dana and shook her. “I’ve told you. I’ve told you fifty times. Haven’t you listened? I led a boring life. My parents were normal and boring. They still are. My brother and sister grew up and were gone before I knew who they were. None of us keep contact with each other except for Christmas phone calls.” “You grew up in Japan and then Arizona,” Dana countered. “Tell me what it was like. I need to know about Stephen and Arizona, not Arizona. What kind of house you lived in. What type of bike you rode,” Dana said, biting her lip and rubbing her forearms where Stephen had grabbed her. Stephen looked at his hands as if he could not believe he had grabbed her, surprised to have found himself leaving distinct impressions in the arms of a woman. “I’ve told you all of that,” he yelled. “It was a one-level Spanish style. I never rode a bike.” “Why what?” “Why didn’t you ever ride a bike?” “Because I never owned one. Now are you satisfied?” “No, no,” Dana whispered. “Don’t be offended. Don’t be afraid.” “Is it really important to know why I didn’t own a bike? Okay, it’s important. I don’t know why. I never thought about it.” “Were you too poor?” “Too clumsy?” “Too afraid?” “Too proud? You like uncommon, expensive things. Did you see a bike as beneath you? Did your dreams of cars mean you would accept a bike? You wanted to wait? It’s all right to say it was. We all have things that don’t fit our self-image and we won’t do. I won’t wear makeup. I won’t wear makeup because my mother wore so much I thought it all looked garish. You try to give me diamonds but I can’t see myself in them without thinking I’m one of the Hilton sisters.” Stephen stood, letting the towel slowly unwind from his waist and fall. He threw it ahead of himself into the bathroom. While he was showering, Dana chased Broca around the room until he settled on her shoulder. Broca had learned to sit so quietly and comfortably on her bare shoulders that she could hardly tell he was there. Since Stephen had been dating Dana, Broca had eaten less. Dana first had thought it was due to the hot summer, but had come to realize it was because of Stephen’s temper. Stephen had tried to convince her that the parrot was male and therefore jealous, and that when they became daily acquaintances the fasting and feather loss would stop. “Hit the road, hit the road,” Broca squawked when Stephen came out of the shower. Dana gave a complicit look to the bird. “You aren’t gonna listen to a parrot, are you?” Stephen said, moving to the head of the bed. “It’s just a bird,” he said, reaching for Broca, only to the repelled by a violent snap of the beak and a fluttering of the wings. Enraged, Stephen swiped at the parrot but missed, slapping Dana crisply on the chin. Stephen retreated, both horrified and slightly pleased with the accident, a tiny and evil joy rising inside him. He was tempted to portray the slap as calculated, but Dana stole his thunder. “I forgive you. I don’t care if you intended that for me or for Broca. I forgive you.” “I’m sorry, I really am,” Stephen said, but snickered as he spoke. “I didn’t mean to hit you and I didn’t mean to hit your bird.” Dana rose and walked to the living room and let him simper and whine his apologies as he dressed. He in turn mocked himself, then her, then turned the discussion into how would they tell it to their friends. She let him ramble and soon he wandered to stories of other people who had similar accidents with pets or worse accidents involving unintentional violence. She did not speak until his apology came in the form of an act of contriteness, which included a necklace which she liked, simple pooka shells that he had gathered from Hawaii. “You don’t need to give me anything,” she said, but taking the necklace and trying it on. “A sincere note of apology is all I have asked you to sing.” “One note? I’m singing you a songbook full.” “I don’t want a songbook. I want one clear, true note, like a bell.” Stephen scoffed. “I’m offering the world at your feet and you talk about a boring bell. I’m trying to give you romance and dreams and you’re telling me about a boring bell.” “I’m talking about a measured response from your heart, from your heart, and not your wallet or your imagination. I love you. I love you not as Valentino, or a polo player, or Prince Charming, or Brad Pitt, but as Stephen Pocket, a handsome short man with a quick tongue, a fast lifestyle and a heart so tender he’s afraid to show it even to himself. I want to be your friend, if you’d let me. I don’t want you to give me the romance of my life. I want you to share your heart with me. I want to watch it unfold.” Stephen sat on a chair with his back to Dana putting on his sandals. The air from the fan cooled him, and heavy with the flush of emotion gone down, he sat back, began to cry, and then just as quickly, as if drugged, fell asleep. When he awoke Dana was gone. “I could change,” Stephen told Tommy. “I could become the man she wants me to be. But I don’t desire that. I desire my self, however damaged that is, even a tortured one like she thinks it is. And I want that parrot.” “It seems to me,” Tommy started, sudsing the deck of the dilapidated sailboat he called home, “that Dana desires a different you or none at all. Your options are limited. It’s either good old Stephen Pocket, or a new Stephen Pocket who’s got Dana.” He paused, stopped sudsing, and looked at Stephen. “It seems to me you’d be better off with her.” Stephen lowered his shades to the bridge of his nose. He watched the seagulls swirl and the bodies swelter on the beach. “She’s a beautiful woman,” Tommy added, “something I’ll never have the chance to be with, but she’s more than beautiful, she’s good for you. You’re a better man with her than without her. Face it, you’ve never really grown up and you’re getting old, and there’s benefits to being an adult. Plus she’s got a steady income, something both of us lack.” Tommy laughed. “Now you sound like Dana,” Stephen interrupted. “Stop talking about everyone else’s life and live your own. That’s what she tells me. And what she means is live with her in her life.” “Good advice. Better grab her while she’s available.” Stephen turned to watch the light and water slap the sides of the numerous boats in the harbor. The water appeared to be as deep as the trough of a single wave, the glistening, blinding reflection on the tip of the wave the extremity of its dimension, as if, in reaching that farthest point, water had begun to change into another element. All of his life Stephen had believed and lived as if the appearance of a thing, the face value, the words plain and cold without intonation, were the reality, and that any inner workings, causes, motivations, and tones, were color, as light dispersed by a prism. Every thing, every thought, was expressed in its final form at each moment. You were what you wore, what you said, what job you had. That was it. But Dana required that he believe and live a different conception, that he pursue the subconscious as if it controlled his destiny. To know thyself, the old Delphic wisdom. And more, she required a relationship with him where their subconscious selves were open to each other, which wasn’t possible if he escaped into his fabling. Dana had said if he could not love himself, then she could not love him either, not a love that would sustain her and provide him with more than a sisterly affection. “So what are you going to do?” asked Tommy, standing one stride away from Stephen. “Take that frickin’ parrot,” Stephen laughed. “Yesterday he nearly bit off my pinkie. I -” Stephen cut himself off. “I don’t know what I’ll do.” Stephen jumped off the sailboat into three feet of water, but did not look back despite Tommy’s laugh and admonition to stay dry. He stripped off his shoes and socks, rolled up his white slacks, and vaulted into his Jaguar. As he drove through the city he imagined, as he always did, what he looked like to other people, rich, sporty, not garish, subtle, graceful, eccentric. Then he imagined what Tommy saw, a harmless mouse, a scurrying rodent who used money to maintain friendships, a funny man, but a funny man bordering on pity, funny as in off-balance, unbalanced. And what did Dana see? He hated and he drove, drove and hated. The sun beat on his face and he could feel the skin drying and cracking, his forehead like an eggshell. He drove at sixty, seventy, eighty, ninety, and no state trooper or traffic to stop him. Down the coast he drove, passing the magnificent bays and inlets the highway bridged without a glance. Soon the heat sucked the fog onto to the coast and into the inner coastal valleys. The sun had been swallowed by the marine layer like a yellow candy in the mouth of a child. The fog chilled him, but he refused to stop and pull the top of his Jaguar over. During a vision of himself as an old sailor in a park swapping fish stories with other sailors, he drove his Jaguar up the side of a cliff and into a grove of cedars. “She gave me the bird,” Stephen squealed in triumph, pointing to Broca caged in the corner of the bedroom. “She apologized for pushing me too hard and gave me the bird.” “You know, I think you’re right,“ Tommy said, sitting by his bedside. “She really did give you the bird. You always said you wanted a good-looking bird and you finally got your wish, though this one is a little shorter than I think you bargained for.” Stephen squinted through his bandages at Broca. “He’s lovely, isn’t he? I never thought I’d have to kill myself to get that bird.” “You could have bought one, but this is a much better story.” Stephen giggled. Tommy was holding his left hand and it felt strangely wonderful. “Don’t tell anyone she went back to England,” Stephen demanded. “No, I wouldn’t dream of telling the whole truth. So what to you do for an encore? Dana’s heartbroken, thinking she caused your suicide attempt, and you’ve lost a good woman, the tips of four toes. You’ve lost a lot of hair, and your Jag. What’s next?” Stephen did not answer. He pretended to be falling asleep and did not acknowledge his friend’s farewell. Silly and filled with painkiller, he passed the afternoon lying in bed talking sappily and happily, periodically rising to pester the parrot, who returned his pokes with lunges that shook the cage and split the air with a metallic ping. During the night, as Stephen dozed in and out of consciousness, the parrot grew more passive, until by morning it perched on the crook on the center of the cage barely blinking. Stephen, gleeful over the bird’s inaction, repeatedly poked and prodded the parrot with the handle of a brass candlesnuffer. The less the bird reacted, the greater his wickedness grew. Finally, he reached inside the cage and drew the parrot out. “Say something. Say I love you. Say pray for rain. Diamonds and girls. Diamonds and girls. Peanuts. Peanuts.” But the bird remained silent, motionless. All morning and well into the afternoon Stephen cajoled Broca to speak, but the bird refused, refused the entreaties of cashews and dried berries and white grapes, impervious to the slaps of the snuffer that broke his plumage. “Talk to me, fancy pigeon,” Stephen yelled, deciding to break a feather at the skin with a wire cutter. “Talk to me or I’ll make you a featherless freak.” He pushed the wire cutter around a broad quill. “Talk. Say one word. Say Diamonds. Say Peanuts.” His voice trailed off. He broke a feather and Broca squawked so loudly it rang in Stephen’s ear, and in the time it took the feather to fall Stephen had snapped the parrot’s neck. He laid it back in the cage and, exhausted, fell back on the bed, still hearing the final squawk, and slept. He dreamed that Broca spoke to him endlessly, though he could not understand him. When he woke he checked the cage but Broca was gone. He had left the cage open, one window in the anteroom by the door was open, and surely the bird must have escaped. Yet had he not clipped the neck with his cutter? Then he heard a squawk, and another, first in the kitchen, then on the patio, then in a tree, then in his bedroom, then back on the patio, and up in a tree. Everywhere he turned he heard Broca. So he grabbed the keys to his rental Mazda and drove and kept on driving, but the bird flew after him, turn for turn, mile for mile, and hours down the highway he could still hear Broca incessantly crying out “Pocket, Pocket.” Labels: Jeff Burt, medium length stories, real life stories Posted by Charlie Fish at 8:00 AM really good Story, characters and descriptions. Stephen got what he wanted, but he´ll never get rid of it! I like how you build character and commentary through detail. 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__label__cc	0.625063	0.374937	Moody's backs Vodafone's Verizon call Vodafone’s decision to reinvest a £2.1 billion ($3.18 billion) dividend from Verizon Wireless in the business is enough to convince credit ratings agency Moody’s Investors Service to maintain its outlook on the cellco. The firm has affirmed its A3/Prime-2 and (P)Baa2 preferred stock shelf ratings on Vodafone and retained a stable outlook, due to the cellcos decision to pump the Verizon funds into spectrum and general corporate expenditure. The stable rating comes despite Vodafone’s net profit falling £6.3 billion in the year to end-March, with Moody’s reasoning the income from Verizon offsets £7.7 billion worth of impairment charges Vodafone booked on its Spanish and Italian businesses during the year. “The rating affirmation reflects our view that the weak positioning of Vodafone's credit metrics within the A3 category is broadly offset by the increasing value and cash flow contribution from its 45% equity stake in VZW, and by management's long-standing commitment to a low single-A rating," explains Iván Palacios, a Moody's vice president and senior credit officer and lead analyst for Vodafone. “In our view, Vodafone has the financial flexibility to improve its credit metrics, as demonstrated by management's decision to retain the £2.1 billion dividend to be paid by VZW rather than returning it to shareholders,” Palacios adds.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35635
__label__wiki	0.867762	0.867762	Telenor ditches VimpelCom injunction Telenor has dropped its bid for injunctive relief over VimpelCom’s acquisition of Wind Telecom after securing agreements that protect its stake in the Russian carrier. Deals with VimpelCom, Altimo and Weather Investments will prevent Telenor’s share in VimpelCom falling below 25%, and protect the simple working majority it enjoys in conjunction with Altimo, which holds a near matching 39% of VimpelCom. The Norwegian carrier claims the agreements carry the same weight as an injunction, which it sought early February through London’s Commercial Court to prevent the dilution of its shares through the acquisition. All three agreed to quickly issue pre-emptive shares and pay damages to Telenor if separate arbitration proceedings find the acquisition triggers the release of the shares. Telenor’s action was prompted by concerns VimpelCom’s acquisition of Wind parent Weather Investments would result in Wind wielding more voting power in the Russian carrier than its financial stake – 30.6% versus 20%. That would dilute Telenor’s voting rights, which currently stand at 36% from a 39.6% stake in the firm, and the rights of minority shareholders who currently hold a 21% stake. The Nordic giant threatened action a day after VimpelCom’s board approved the deal in mid-January.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35636
__label__wiki	0.635677	0.635677	Fantasy 5 ticket worth $230,000 sold in Cocoa It was the largest Fantasy 5 jackpot statewide since August, according to Florida Lottery records. Fantasy 5 ticket worth $230,000 sold in Cocoa It was the largest Fantasy 5 jackpot statewide since August, according to Florida Lottery records. Check out this story on floridatoday.com: https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/2019/02/04/fantasy-5-jackpot/2765990002/ Eric Rogers, Florida Today Published 8:23 a.m. ET Feb. 4, 2019 \| Updated 10:19 a.m. ET Feb. 4, 2019 A winning ticket worth more than $230,000 in Saturday's Fantasy 5 drawing was sold at a convenience store in Cocoa, lottery officials said. The ticket was sold at Pinky's Discount Beverages, a combination convenience store and gas station at 950 Dixon Blvd. The winning numbers were 04-14-27-31-35. As the drawing's sole winner, the purchaser can claim a top prize of $233,523.31. It was the largest Fantasy 5 jackpot statewide since August, according to Florida Lottery records. A Jacksonville woman won $234,487.41 on Aug. 4. There were no confirmed winners for the Powerball or Florida Lotto drawings. The Powerball jackpot rolls over to $204 million, and the Florida Lotto to $15.5 million. The next drawing is Feb. 6. More: 7 benefits of a FLORIDA TODAY digital subscription More: Winning lottery ticket sold in Palm Bay Publix More: Two $1M lottery tickets sold on Space Coast; Mega Millions numbers drawn Rogers is a breaking news reporter for TCPalm and FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Rogers at 772-978-2224, or eric.rogers@tcpalm.com. Twitter: @EricRogersFT American parks you’ll need to win a lottery to visit Coyote Buttes North lottery: The Wave is a surreal-looking natural sandstone rock formation that undulates across the desert landscape of Coyote Buttes. In order to protect this fragile formation, only 20 people are allowed to visit it each day, with 10 permits being given away in advance in an online lottery and the remaining 10 spots drawn during a same-day walk-in lottery. Francesco Ricca Iacomino, Getty Images/iStockphoto Denali road lottery: The 92-mile long Denali Park Road runs parallel to the breathtaking Alaska range, and is the only road in the Denali. This scenic path is popular for its mountain and valley views and wildlife sightings, but you can’t just take an impromptu road trip here. After the road became too crowded, attracting nearly 2,000 vehicles per day, the NPS decided to limit the drive to 400 permit holders daily. Getty Images/iStockphoto Private Grand Canyon rafting trip lottery: Want to raft down the Grand Canyon, but don’t want your experience ruined by a terrible guide or annoying tour groups? Apparently a lot of people feel the same way, as permits for 12- to 25-day self-guided raft trips formerly had a 27-year waitlist. In 2012, the NPS decided that the insanely long waiting list would be replaced by a lottery. Getty Images/iStockphoto Guided bear viewing at McNeil River State Game Sanctuary and Refuge: In the summer, up to 144 wild brown bears a day descend on McNeil River State Game Sanctuary and Refuge to fish for the thousands of salmon that swimg past during their upstream migration. Can’t bear to miss that? Enter the lottery and you might be one of the lucky 10 people allowed to view the spectacle each day between June 7 and Aug. 25. Getty Images/iStockphoto Half Dome cables lottery: A 17-mile hike seems tough enough to weed out most people, but not at Yosemite’s most famous attraction, Half Dome. Despite the fact that this incredibly hard hike involves scrambling up steep granite domes using steel cables and wooden planks as makeshift stairs to reach the summit, the hike attracts hundreds of would-be hikers. The steel cables are only up from late May to October, and during this time only 300 permits are issued per day for the top of Half Dome. REDunn, Getty Images/iStockphoto Phantom Ranch lottery: Phantom Ranch is one of the most exclusive accommodations in the world, and it’s not because of the cost (which starts at a very reasonable $51 per person for a dorm room). Located in the bottom of the Grand Canyon, Phantom Ranch is only accessible by hiking or riding a mule the approximately 7.5 miles down, or by rafting in via the Colorado River. The ranch recently changed its reservation system to a lottery system. Getty Images/iStockphoto Read or Share this story: https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/2019/02/04/fantasy-5-jackpot/2765990002/	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35637
__label__cc	0.599239	0.400761	Aphria Inc. (APHA) Q4 2019 Earnings Call Transcript APHA earnings call for the period ending June 30, 2019. Motley Fool Transcription (MFTranscription) Aug 2, 2019 at 3:23PM Image source: The Motley Fool. Aphria Inc. (NYSE:APHA) Q4 2019 Earnings Call August 1, 2019, 5:00 p.m. ET Good afternoon. My name is Sharon and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Aphria Inc. Q4 quarterly investors call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session for analysts and/or investor firms only. If you would like to ask a question during this time, press * then the number 1 on your telephone keypad. If you would like to withdraw your question, please press the # key. Thank you. Miss Katie Turner, you may begin your conference. Katie Turner -- Investor Relations Thank you, Sharon. Good afternoon, everyone. We appreciate you joining us to discuss Aphria's financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended May 31st, 2019. On today's call are Irwin Simon, Aphria's Chairman and Interim CEO, and Carl Merton, Chief Financial Officer. By now, everyone should have access to the earnings release, financial statements, and MD&A, which are available on the investors section of Aphria's website at www.aphria.ca. These statements also have been filed with SEDAR and EDGAR. Before we begin, please remember that during the course of this call, management may make forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and involve various known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may prove to be incorrect and actual results could differ materially from those described in those forward-looking statements. Please refer to the text in Aphria's earnings press release and financial filings issued today for a discussion of the risks and uncertainties associated with such forward-looking statements. I'd now like to turn the call over to Irwin Simon. Irwin Simon -- Chairman and Interim Chief Executive Officer Thank you, Katie. Good afternoon, everyone. We appreciate you joining us today to discuss our fourth quarter and fiscal year 2019 results. It has been a very productive quarter and six months with tremendous change that happened. The leadership team we have in place is solid. There is no management void at Aphria. As Chairman and CEO, I am leading the company forward with our team every day. There is emphasis on interim by me or my team. It is about the initiatives and strategic growth plans that we have established in the last six months to move the company forward for sustainable growth today and over the long-term. During our Q3 earnings call, I noted that in order to help us extend Aphria's vision to be the best performing cannabis company globally, providing investors with access to one of the most accretive cannabis opportunities around the world, that we began working with a leading consulting firm to work with our leadership team to prepare an internal 90-day plan prioritizing our long-term strategic objectives and build an execution roadmap. The plan is to be used by our senior leadership team to assess the opportunities in the market, prioritize our initiatives, and ensure we are investing in strategies most likely to have immediate impact on our business and profitability that will prepare us for growth over the next several years. In Q4, as you've seen, we've already started to implement many of those outcomes from the 90-day plan, which help us narrow our focus on the highest returns and the priorities for growth. The Aphria of today is not the Aphria of yesterday and won't be the Aphria of tomorrow. We strive to be better at all that we do so that we can further our industry-leading position. We are focused on the further development of our medical and adult use cannabis brands and how we can continuously connect with consumers to drive growth through innovation and return value to you, our shareholders. I'm extremely proud of our more than 1,000 team members worldwide and their ability to embrace change as we rally behind our mission to be a premiere global cannabis company with our medical and adult use cannabis brands and unrelenting commitment, product quality, and, of course, innovation. In what was a challenging time for us, our team came together as an organization. We identified immediate priorities to help generate substantial progress near-term. We built upon existing business fundamentals, capabilities, streamlined our processes, and strengthened our governance and focused on building our brand awareness, all with an emphasis on consistent execution. Those efforts enabled us to achieve a positive outcome in the fourth quarter, which you're seeing today. Net revenue increased 75%. Adult use net revenue increased 158% as compared to the third quarter with positive profitability for both earnings and adjusted EBITDA. We accomplished a significant amount, made significant strides in financial operational opportunities. Other key highlights included the completion of a 5.25% convertible senior note offering of net proceeds of over $335 million. The settlement with Green Growth Brands in regard to their takeover bid resulted in $50 million of cash already received and an additional $39 million to be received in November. Now that they've raised their funds necessary to make the payment, we look forward to receiving that in November. We ended the year with a much stronger balance sheet and liquidity position, including $571 million of cash and liquid marketable securities to support our planned Canadian and international growth, leaving us with $610 million in cash pro forma with the receipt of the Green Growth Brands payments. As the cannabis industry continuously evolves globally, at Aphria, we are also evolving at a rapid pace to ensure we stay ahead by leveraging our core capabilities. Importantly, we restructured the organization with a stronger focus on quality, employee safety, cost reduction, and accountability. For example, we reorganized our growing process and operations in order to provide improved quality, higher yields, and a lower cost. This includes the installation of packaging automation that has increased our production. We have been able to leverage our volume, spend more money to reduce our packaging material, and while producing the highest premium products. We planted more than 200,000 plants in the new expanded area of Aprhia 1. And as of this week, the facility is fully planted with over 500,000 plants. We have been harvesting out of the expanded automated area. At Aphria Diamond, our 100-acre second campus featuring 1.3 million square feet of premiere greenhouse production in s fully constructed and ready to be operational, pending Health Canada licensing approval, which we hope to get to. This will expand our total annual domestic production capacity in Canada to 255,000 kilos when all our facilities are fully licensed. These facilities are truly the state of the art for the industry. We believe it will increasingly set us apart from our competition. We are eagerly anticipating Aphria Diamond's license and we remain in an ongoing dialogue with Health Canada. As many of you may know, Health Canada has a number of facilities to review and prioritize outdoor grow to allow for plantings this calendar year. We look forward to announcing Aphria Diamond's license receipt at a future date. In addition, we are confident we will obtain our EU GMP certification for bulk and finished product in the first half of this fiscal year, enabling us to export product to meet the demands of the European and South American market. Today, Aphria has a presence in more than 10 countries across five continents with five high-quality brands, including Solei, RIFF, Good Supply, Broken Coast, and Aphria, our medical brand. We are exploring opportunities to expand our capacity for our premium brand, Broken Coast, which is one of the most in demand consumer cannabis brands. We believe the quality of our brands remains unmatched in the industry, including products for both medical and adult use. These brands were developed to address distinct segments of the Canadian cannabis markets. We put consumers' needs at the forefront of our strategy. As regulations change, we will proactively evolve our portfolio of brands and products. To this point, in Canada, we are excited to bring our premium cannabis extracts from Solei, RIFF, our flagship medical cannabis brands, Aphria, to the PAX Era device and platform. We believe the expected legalization of vapes and concentrates will mark a significant turning point in the Canadian market, providing more choices, new experiences, while opening the door to a range of new consumers. We believe vapes and concentrates will represent close to 30% of the entire Canadian adult use market by 2021. Our strategic alliance with PAX sets the stage for our broad portfolio of vapes and concentrate products to come. The collaboration complements our growing roster of strategic innovational partners, including Manna Molecular Science and Rapid Dose Therapeutics. As we pursue new technology delivery systems, we will change the way patients and consumers interact with cannabis in the future. Our extraction center of excellence, which Carl will speak to in more detail, was created to facilitate Aphria's leadership in the evolution of cannabis as an ingredient to help us create our own brand products with these cannabis ingredients. We believe our Canadian business will be a significant contributor to our results over the next several years with the potential for us to create one of the largest production footprints in the cannabis industry. We look forward to addressing the industrywide supply constraints with our expanded production capacity, sophisticated proprietary automation technology that can help ensure Aphria remains at the forefront of the cannabis cultivation innovation. Internationally, we are very pleased to have been granted the maximum number of lots within the German tender process, a total of five, and Aphria is the only licensed producer in Germany with the permission to grow all three strains of medical cannabis approved by the German authority. In addition, we introduced a CBD-based nutraceutical product line in the German market. We believe we have an opportunity for significant growth in Germany by selling these products to our subsidiary CC Pharma, which has access to more than 13,000 pharmacies through Germany. We look forward to providing a full range of CBD products this calendar year. In Latin America, we generated approximately $4.1 million of sales since our Latam acquisition. In Colombia, we have taken steps to modify our plans to ensure we are in the best possible position to provide long-term shareholder value. With more than 650 million people in Latam, we believe there is an incredible opportunity there. We are moving ahead with commitments to build a greenhouse. We're making significant progress building our GMP cultivation process facilities, which soon will enable us to play a leading role in that local market, as well as developing a low-cost export opportunity across the Latin America region. We are also committed to supporting and enabling the medical community throughout our exclusive partnership with the Colombia Medical Federation, a highly respected organization with direct access to over 70,000 doctors and medical professionals. Just this week, our subsidiary, Marigold Projects Jamaica Limited received a retail Herb House license from Jamaica's cannabis license authority to open up its first store, Sensi Medical Cannabis Housing, overlooking the Peter Tosh Museum in New Kingston. It will feature a smoking lounge for on-site consumption as well as high-end accessories for sale. The Sensi Medical Cannabis House will sell Marigold proprietary strains of cannabis and the Sensi Gold brand. We believe there is tremendous opportunity in Latam and the Caribbean from a domestic and an international perspective and look forward to bringing these products to market. In the US, we are focused on building strategic partnerships and alliances for growth, which emphasize on the US CBD market until medical cannabis is fully legalized. We believe Aphria can generate strong growth in the US over time. Let me be clear -- we're always looking for opportunities in the US, but it needs to be that right opportunity, one that will create real and long-term value for our shareholders. If we look to the future, Aphria will be the consumer packaged goods company with plenty of options in the US market. From a time perspective, we have enhanced the breadth and depth of leadership. I've said it before, the team here is incredible. We enhanced the executive team with appointments of several key positions in operations, IT, and human resources to help our team consistently execute on our initiatives and deliver results, we're preparing to rollout a new enterprise resource planning technology platform to enable better real time, which will give us data that will allow us to make real time decisions. We're also adopting a pharmaceutical quality management program that will further enhance our existing strict quality management processes. The team at Aphria is energized and excited to drive growth and profitability for many, many years to come. We believe Aphria is increasingly well-positioned with the right team. Global infrastructure, strategic initiatives, production capacity, and the capital to support our growth in fiscal 2020 and well into the future. Together, we have created the entrepreneurial culture grounded in accountability that we have today. We have aligned key leaders and their compensation for fiscal 2020 around our key priorities. We are all working together toward our corporate objective of generating $1 billion in annualized cannabis revenue by the end of calendar year 2020. With that, margins should substantially improve to fuel our profitability and cash flow. Across our organization, we have taken decisive steps to help fuel our strategic initiatives in Canada and internationally and generate long-term shareholder value. We believe the opportunities for long-term value creation are very strong in both Canada and international. We believe we have great momentum in Latin America, including Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay, Jamaica, as well as Germany and across our international markets as we continue to strengthen our global footprint. At Aphria, we will continue to drive sustainable long-term shareholder value by leveraging our strong brand positioning, superior distribution model, product innovation, industrial scale cultivation and automation, medical use leadership, and last but not least, a strategic global platform. We have said a lot. We have done a lot. We got a lot more to do. Now, I'll turn it over to Carl to take you through the numbers. Thank you. Carl Merton -- Chief Financial Officer Thank you, Irwin and good afternoon. Please note, all financial references are in Canadian dollars unless I mention otherwise. As Irwin discussed, in the fourth quarter, we had a relentless focus on the growth initiatives that could generate meaningful near-term results and prioritize profitability as we continue to position our business for long-term growth and success. We believe the steps we have taken position us to generate long-term shareholder value with a strong team focused on consistent execution, full accountability, and best in class corporate governance. Focusing on our capacity, once we fully licensed, our annualized capacity will be 255,000 kilograms and we remain on track to reach $500 million annualized in Canadian cannabis sales once we are in full crop rotation at all facilities and $1 billion on an annualized basis by the end of calendar year 2020. This excludes our new extraction center of excellence, which is being constructed as an integral part of our Leamington production facilities, combining science and innovation to develop the future of the cannabis industry. The extraction center of excellence will be physically located on the same property as Aphria Diamond and requires Health Canada of Aphria Diamond before submitting their license amendment application. As a result of the open license application, we have taken steps at our license facilities to supplement our extraction capability. These steps ensure that sufficient capacity exists to process all of our extraction needs regardless of when the license for the extraction center is received. Once received, the company will be in a position to increase the amount of biomass it processes for either internal or external needs. At Aphria, we have the greenhouse space, the cultivation expertise, the automation technology, and the raw materials to position us for success. As we gain scale, we will gain efficiencies through our team's focus on product innovation, brand growth, and further building our international distribution for our medical and adult use cannabis. Moving to our financial results, we are pleased with the momentum we have in key areas of our business as we move into fiscal 2020. Net revenue in Q4 increased 969% over the prior year period to $128.6 million. This represents the highest ever quarterly sales for Aphria. Compared to Q3, net revenue increased 75%. The company sold 5,574 kilogram equivalents of cannabis in Q4, up 111% compared to 2,637 kilograms equivalent sold in Q3. Adult use cannabis accounted for 3,228 kilogram equivalents and medical cannabis accounted for 1,417 kilogram equivalents. Adult use net revenue increased an impressive 158% sequentially from the third quarter of 2019. The average selling price of adult use cannabis before excise tax increased to $5.78 per gram in Q4 compared to $5.14 per gram in Q3 due to a more evenly distributed brand mix. The average selling price of medical cannabis before excise tax decreased to $7.66 per gram in Q4 compared to $8.03 in Q3, primarily related to a higher percentage of total medical sales coming from the Aphria brand. During the quarter, our cash cost per gram decreased from $1.48 last quarter to $1.35 as we focus on driving more profitable growth. Included in this figure is $0.20 a gram related to this strategic decision to allocate flowering space to mothers to facilitate the ramp up of our Part 4, Part 5, and Aphria Diamond expansions. We expect this temporary increase to continue until the Aphria Diamond expansion is fully planted. Our all-in cost per gram decreased from $2.86 a gram to $2.35 a gram. Adjusted cannabis gross profit increased to $15.2 million in Q4 from $7.6 million in Q3, more than doubling. Adjusted cannabis gross margin was 53% in Q4 compared to 49.5% in Q3. The increase was primarily due to the higher average selling price per gram. Adjusted distribution gross profit increased to $12.3 million in Q4 from $7.8 million in Q3. Adjusted distribution gross margin decreased to 12.4% in Q4 compared to 13.6% in Q3. SG&A costs in Q4 decreased to $62.4 million compared to $106.6 million in the prior quarter. Excluding the impairment for the Latam acquisition last quarter, the increase in SG&A was primarily due to the inclusion of CC Pharma for the entire quarter, one-time transaction costs of $20.3 million associated with the completed convertible debenture financing as well as trailing residual costs from the special committee and hostile bid. Our fourth quarter profitability with net income of $15.8 million or $0.05 per share compares to a net loss of $108.2 million or a loss of $0.43 per share in Q3. Our team quickly improved our profit performance to report positive earnings and EBITDA contribution for the quarter in a short period of time. We are particularly pleased with the $15+ million improvement in cannabis adjusted EBITDA for the quarter, all as a result of strong sales and gross margin improvements. The consolidated adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter was also profitable at $0.2 million, based on adjusted EBITDA from cannabis operations of $1.9 million, adjusted EBITDA from distribution operations of $3.9 million, both partially offset by an adjusted EBITDA loss from businesses under development of $5.5 million. The increase in adjusted EBITDA is primarily attributable to the increase in net revenue and higher gross profit. Moving to liquidity, we continue to have a solid cash position and a strong balance sheet to support our future growth and success. As of May 31st, 2019, the company had near cash of $571 million available for use. We believe this amount is sufficient to fund previously announced capex and strategic investments. In the fourth quarter, the company invested $1.8 million on maintenance capex and $42 million on grow capex. Importantly, we also reduced our investment in strategic initiatives as we focus on higher ROI investments. Turning to our outlook for fiscal 2020, we expect to report net revenue of approximately $650 million to $700 million with distribution revenue representing slightly more than half of the total net revenue. In addition, we expect to report adjusted EBITDA of approximately $88 million to $95 million. Applying our average selling price to our production capacity, we continue to expect annualized revenue of $500 million in Canadian cannabis sales once all our facilities are in full crop rotation. Two, annualized revenue of $1 billion in Canadian cannabis sales by the end of calendar year 2020, both of which strengthen our position as a leading global cannabis company. In summary, we are pleased with a significant improvement of our financial results this quarter and the tremendous progress we have made to be a stronger, more profitable company. We believe we are in the early innings of realizing the growth we are capable of achieving at Aphria. Going forward, we are confident in our ability to create long-term shareholder value. That concludes our formal remarks. Irwin and I are now available for your questions. Sharon, back to you. If you'd like to ask a question at this time, please press * then the number 1 on your telephone keypad. Your first question comes from John Zamparo with CIBC. John Zamparo -- CIBC -- Analyst Thanks. Good afternoon. On the F20 guide, you provided a split on the distribution business for revenue. Is it fair to assume that on EBITDA that the margin for that distribution business holds where it is now? Yes. Also, there is some opportunity for upside, as more and more of our medical cannabis is sold through the distribution business. As Carl said, right now, it is what it is. One of the reasons in acquiring that was to expand our distribution and increase the margins to all those medical pharmacies across Germany. Moving to a separate subject, some of your competitors have talked about lumpiness in terms of purchases with potential wholesale buyers. Is that something you've seen? Are there any regions of strength that are worth calling out for Aphria? I think most companies go through somewhat of a lumpy ordering pattern during the month. You've got to remember this is a brand new industry. They're learning purchasing patterns. We're learning shipping patterns. I just think any lumpiness that exists is just a function of where we're at in the industry. Again, it's not seasonality. There are not historical numbers. There are additional retail stores opening, additional online products. So, I think there's not a trend you can look at and say there's lumpiness out there. There could be lumpiness in July and it could be stellar in August. I think as we're learning a lot more about the industry in shipments and consumer behavior, it's hard to track what is lumpy and what is a trend and what our accelerated sales are. Understood. Maybe we could talk about the US strategy. I understand you don't want to signal too much to your competitors. Is there any more color you could provide there? is there a preference toward buying or building and is this something you expect could be material by the end of this fiscal year. Listen, as I said in my script, I built a large consumer package good business in the US and I understand the US market. I think there are challenges in regard for legalization. There are challenges in regard to what you can sell in products, whether it's food, personal care products. We do have lots of plans for the US and whether it's partnerships, acquisitions, strategic alliances, and what is profitable and where there is growth accretion here is something that we'll do. So, there are plans. There's nothing that I'm going to signal to you right now, but I think when we do go into the US, we will to do the right thing for our shareholders. Thanks. The last one for me -- on the German license win from May, I just want to get a sense of how those operations scale and what kind of revenue or EBITDA generation you can expect from those assets over the next year too. The lot revenue will start fiscal '21 and will play out through that year. In the interim period, we believe we will have the EU GMP facilities up and we'll be driving additional revenue through Germany as a result of those. And that's all built into our 2020 forecast. Okay. Understood. That's it for me. Thank you. Next question comes from Owen Bennett with Jefferies. Owen Bennett -- Jefferies -- Analyst Afternoon, guys. Just the one question from me -- so, you mentioned exploring opportunity to expand capacity of Broken Coast. I was just wondering how much additional capacity you would like to add there. I'm conscious as well and we've spoken in the past about the reason it can attract a premium is because sometimes it's in the scarcity value. So, there's a fine balance you're trying to reach there in terms of capacity and actually trying to even up scarcity value as well. Thank you. Thanks, Owen. I think that's the right way to say it. You've got a careful balance you're trying to broker between a super premium product that has room and greater demand than exists in the overall market while also trying to balance the value it brings to the market because of scarcity. So, we continue to go through those internal discussions and we hope to have an advancement on shortly and exactly how big any expansion there would be. We do know the demand is there from the consumer. We do know we need more capacity and there are a lot of opportunities to go out there and build or do some other things to ensure that we have capacity to grow that brand. That is a business that has tremendous growth, tremendous margins and tremendous consumer awareness. The next question comes from Tamy Chen with BMO Capital Markets. Tamy Chen -- BMO Capital Markets -- Analyst Thanks. Hi, everyone. Hi, Carl. The first question is I believe, Carl, in the last quarter, you had suggested that cannabis revenues for this fiscal Q4 would look a bit similar to fiscal Q3. So, I'm just wondering what were the main factors? I mean, obviously, the jump was in the rec market. So, I'm just wondering what really drove this sequential increase. The changes in the sequential increase was really driven by the team in Leamington. They listen to investors when investors spoke very loudly in April and they made a conscious effort to continue to make improvements operationally. The big thing, Tamy is as we focused on our grow, we focused on our processes, the demand was there for the product. We were able to do -- what we were supposed to do is grow to a budget, grow to what the market needs are and be able to shift. That's where you see the numbers. That kind of ties into my second question is I just wanted to recap and review -- last quarter, there were some operational challenges. It sounded like it was a function of there were supply issues, perhaps because you were trying to build more mothers for phases for and five at Aphria 1, that that may have contributed to the ability to have been able to sell more in fiscal Q3. Is that a fair way to represent what those challenges had been in Q3 and are you now over that hurdle? Yes. That was our Q3 challenge and yes, we are over that. Listen -- we've made lots of changes in personnel. We've made lots of changes in our grow and we're seeing the results for it. I have said that Aphria 1 would be completely full of plants. You heard me talk about the number of plants that are in that facility and as of today, all the different houses are full. So, there was lots of change and lots of execution that's gone on and I'm very, very proud of what's happened in Aphria 1 and the growth of our plants. Got it. Okay. My last question, still on this point is that when I'm thinking about Aphria Diamond -- you touched on it a bit in terms of how it impacts your cost, but just the way I think about it, Aphria Diamond is licensed, it is a sizable facility. So, the supply challenges that you experienced last quarter, having to have enough mother plants, etc., would that then happen again when the Diamond facility gets licensed and you need to have the appropriate mother plants and all of that ready to start planting in Diamond? Tammy, we've already made the steps to have additional mothers available for that additional capacity. There's still a ramp up. You can't go from planting zero of 1.3 million square feet to being fully planted in 1.3 million square feet. There will be a ramp up period, but we have prepared for that in advance. Your next question comes from Brett Hundley with Seaport Global. Luke Perda -- Seaport Global -- Analyst Hi, this is Luke Perda on for Brett Hundley. Looking first at the $1 billion revenue target by the end of calendar '20, what's required from the Canadian retail space as far as store rollout is concerned? As you model this forward, sales expectation, your assumptions in production and pricing may well be grounded, but what do you make of the potential for a national retail store network to come up short, particularly in high population areas like Ontario and Quebec. I think the big thing is the continuous opening of more and more stores, more and more retail outlets across the country. We're seeing that on a regular basis. I think as each of the provinces and the liquor control boards get comfortable, they're doing that. So, the other thing is as we get out there and invest in our brands and build our brands and we ese supply moving over from the illicit market into the rec market, that's where the opportunities are. I think one of the big problems has been we talk about lack of supply, lack of supply, lack of supply. As we get out there and talk about, "We're able to supply," and once we have Aphria Diamond up and going, we'll be able to sell 255,000 kilos a year, we're going to have plenty of supply out there. The big thing is we build our brands to drive the consumer away from the illicit market to be out there buying at the stores and buying brands they're familiar with. Next question comes from Noel Atkinson with Clarus Securities. Noel Atkinson -- Clarus Securities -- Analyst Hi, thanks for taking my call and congrats on a really solid quarter. First off, on the extraction side, can you talk about what you have for extraction capacity at Aphria 1 today, like in terms of kilos and whether you have any outsourced agreements in place to support that? We have no outsourced agreements. We believe we have more than sufficient capacity internally to process all of our extraction needs for the immediate future. Currently, we have over 45,000 kgs of capacity and are building toward 125 in the short-term. That's just at Aphria 1? That's just at Aphria 1 and then the capabilities at the extraction center of excellence once licensed will grow it even further. Just following on that, can you talk a little bit about what preparations beyond the PAX agreement, like what preparations you've been making for the edibles, the vapes, the topicals that are coming out? When do you expect to have first shipments of these products into the adult use market? Are you having supply negotiations already with any of the provincial agencies? So, number one is built into our plan that will be the back half of our plan is when we expect to have these products and ship them into the market plan. Absolutely, we are having supply and distribution discussions with different control boards. We are absolutely out there today working on R&D, working on product developing and working on partnerships on vapes, for sure, but drinks, edibles, etc. So, we are well into it. We'll be ready to be shipping products in the next evolution of products in the back half of 2020. Okay. Great. Carl, I wonder if you can talk about the capex outlook for fiscal 2020. So, there's some disclosure in the MD&A in the commitment note that is $45 million. Those are commitments. Then we're looking at another $35 million in Germany to complete the build in Germany. Those are the plans that we have announced. Listen, we have capital. As we look and we've spent good capital on our facilities here in Leamington. As we look to expand Broken Coast, we look to expand Latin America and Germany, as we look for what's our return on invested capital and what is organic growth and what is EBITDA accretion, we're not looking to build big shiny boxes that are not going to get us good growth dilutive earnings and where is the size of these markets? As you heard me say before, Latin America is 650 million people. Germany is a big market for medical and can supply other parts of Europe. So, we're going to spend capital where there's a right return on invested capital, where there's a good growth market where we think the medical market has the support from the docks there and we do have the balance sheet to go out there and do it. And then finally, just on the cash cost side, what do you think your cash cost was in Q4 if you back out all that incremental overhead of part four and five and the $0.20 you mentioned. Were you approaching $1.00 a gram or below. The number we reported already pulled out the $0.20 a gram. We reported $1.35. That excludes the $0.20. That excludes the $0.20, yes. We continue to trend down and we believe we'll be able to get it to the dollar. Okay. So, you're still targeting $1.00 per gram. Yes. The facility needs to be fully. The facility needs to run for a couple quarters for us to be able to achieve all the operational efficiencies. Okay. That's it for me. Thanks very much. Your next question comes from Jesse Pytlak with Cormark. Jesse Pytlak -- Cormark Securities -- Analyst Hey, guys. Just to start -- anything about the sequential growth on the cannabis side, particularly in the adult use channel? Can you quantify or otherwise speak to what sort of impact the opening of the Ontario retail storefront retail channel had on that groove? Jesse, I think the provinces that have both data for online stores and for brick and mortar, it's very clear that brick and mortar is 95% of the sales revenue in those provinces. People for whatever reason do not want to buy cannabis online. So, the growth in Ontario was obviously stunted during the period of time when you could only buy products online. Now that they're starting to build out stores, we see tremendous growth opportunities in Ontario. They opened 25 stores and got another 50 more and they're going to keep announcing more stores. In this quarter, the 25 stores that opened, they opened pro rata and that's not what drove the growth in our rec cannabis this cannabis this quarter, the 25 stores that opened in Ontario. You're saying it wasn't opening the 25 stores that drove all the growth? It was across all provinces. Aphria products are sold today in every province in Canada and it was driven by growth in every province in Canada today. Okay. I get that. I was trying to get a sense of how impactful the Ontario store rollout was. I don't have a number for you as a percentage, but it was absolutely a part of it, but it was not the major part of it at all. Okay. And then if memory serves correct, I think during the summer period last year, you guys experienced some labor staffing issues during the summer period. That left some operational challenges. Obviously, with Phase 4 and 5 online, labor is going to be not as big of a component, but I'm just wondering if you're having any type of seasonal impacts on the labor side this year. We are not having any seasonal labor issues at all this year. Your next question comes from Matt Bottomley with Canaccord Genuity. Matt Bottomley -- Canaccord Genuity -- Analyst Hey, guys. Great quarter. Thanks for taking all these questions. Carl, just wanted to clarify the commentary on exiting 2020 with potential for $1 billion in Canadian cannabis sales -- is that a run rate you expect to achieve by Q4 or is that just the capacity you plan on having built out that could potentially service that much revenue? So, it's the capacity that's available on an annualized basis in December of 2020 times our current selling price. And you're agnostic to where that's sold? Could some of that be exported or will it just be the Canadian market? We're working toward securing EU GMP so that we have export capabilities. We're agnostic to where it flows. The next question goes to the 2020 guidance you put out there. Just a question on how CC Pharma will trend. I think you said here it's about half or slightly more than half of -- let's call the high end $700 million in revenue. That would be sort of $350 million that would be CC Pharma but that's lower than it's current run rate based on where we're at today. Given that you're planning on potentially launching CBD in Germany, I'm just wondering what that dynamic is that goes into your estimates there. First off, we only recurred through the distribution portion of the business. The legacy business that was CC Pharma, cannabis sales that are involved through CC Pharma, we push through the cannabis portion of our business in those numbers. Secondarily, I think there are some people who have taken liberties with the euro exchange rate. When you look at a normalized euro exchange rate, it's not at the $400 million level of sales. It's lower. Then on the implied margin at the high end of each range, it's about 13.5% EBITDA margin. Can you give any color on what expenses are below the gross margin line for the distribution business? I imagine this is part of a larger ramp that you'd anticipate in the subsequent fiscal years toward a higher overall EBTIDA margin. There are SG&A costs at CC Pharma involved in the distribution business. There are not significant marketing costs associated with it and it doesn't contribute to the other items we disclose in our financials below SG&A. Thanks. Last for me, I just noticed that wholesale revenues came back in this quarter. I think most of your fiscal 2019 was within this quarter. I haven't gone through the MD&A yet. Can you give us any color on where you expect wholesale to trend in 2020. We have our existing supply agreements that we have announced and we'll take advantage of market opportunities when they're available. It's not a focus of our business, but it is a portion of it. It's a small part of business, as I said. We'll focus on building or brands and that's where the focus is. We have a question from Graeme Kreindler with Eight Capital. Graeme Kreindler -- Eight Capital -- Analyst Good evening, guys. Thanks for taking my questions. Just to follow-up on the prior question about CC Pharma, I was just wondering -- is there any seasonality in terms of how that topline looks throughout the course of the year? Seasonality, no, but it is going to be driven by the growth of Aphria Diamond and its licensing. CC Pharma, no -- CC Pharma, there is no seasonality in regard to the selling of drugs into the drug stores. Where sales will increase there is the selling of medical cannabis throughout CC Pharma was, we become GMP approved. Okay. Understood. In terms of the fiscal 2020 outlook, is there any disclosure -- you discussed what the assumption is in terms of the domestic versus international sales volumes or dollars that's put into that number there? We haven't given guidance on that. Last one from me -- with respect to the billion-dollar run rate, I know it's been covered pretty well on the call, but I just wanted to clarify -- you mentioned the available capacity times the average selling price, is that taking a current average selling price or is there some sort of consideration in terms of how the average selling price is expected to trend. I guess one factor being the introduction of derivative products but also another factor being just more supply in general across the board in the market. It's based on the current selling price. I think there's some confusion on what happens to blended selling rates in the future. Everyone recognizes that at some point there will be margin compression on dry flower, that margin compression will exists more in value and mainstream products and a lot less on super premium. But you've also got new product formats going in. Those new product formats come in, they have higher margins associated with them. As you get a new blend, we believe that average selling price stays consistent or goes up slightly. We don't see on a blended basis that that number will go down. At this time, I will turn the call over to the presenters for closing remarks. Thank you very much, everybody. As I said in my opening remarks, Aphria today was not the Aphria of yesterday and the Aphria of today will not be the Aphria of tomorrow. I want to thank our over 1,000 employees around the world that have worked hard over the last six months with myself and the leadership team. We have tremendous brands. We have some tremendous grow facilities out there. We have strategic facilities located around the world and I feel that what we've been able to do in the last six months, just stay tuned and fasten your seatbelts of what's going to happen in the next year. This industry is growing through tremendous growing pains, tremendous change, and it's going to be about the grow, the production, the people behind it, and the brands, and being fully capitalized and having that balance sheet. We have all of those at Aphria today. I know there have been some tough times out there, challenging times. I want to thank all those investors that have stayed with us and supported us and look forward to some great growth and great opportunities. Enjoy the rest of your summer and thank you very much for your time today. This concludes today's conference call. You may now disconnect. More APHA analysis All earnings call transcripts 10 stocks we like better than Aphria Inc. When investing geniuses David and Tom Gardner have a stock tip, it can pay to listen. 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__label__wiki	0.928929	0.928929	Norwich City vs Chelsea Tammy Abraham's big mentality, Frank Lampard keeps faith and Mateo Kovacic's Chelsea revival The Blues sealed a 3-2 win over Norwich City yesterday Oliver HarbordChelsea correspondent Tammy Abraham celebrates his winner over Norwich City (Photo by Daniel Leal-Olivas/AFP/Getty Images) Sign up to FREE daily email alerts from Football London - Chelsea Abraham Chelsea’s number nine There was a lot of pressure on Tammy Abraham, and no doubt there still will be in the future, but he showed yesterday that he can be Chelsea’s number 9. The two goals in the 3-2 victory over Norwich City was not just proof that he can find the back of the net, but also that he can handle everything that comes with being a high-profile striker. After the Super Cup penalty miss, the 21-year-old was subject to despicable racist abuse on social media, something no one should ever have to go through. Instead of going into his shell, Abraham shone and persevered to shut a lot of critics up over his game this season. His celebration of running straight to Frank Lampard after the game was a symbol of the faith the Blues boss has put into him. And his winner was a sign of the quality he possesses. Every word Frank Lampard just said on Chelsea win, Tammy Abraham, Mason Mount & more “He’s had a tough little period for reasons we all know and strikers get judged purely on goals at times and sometimes that’s slightly unfair but when you talk about character and enthusiasm to play for this club Tammy is right up there,” Lampard said after the game. “He shows it every day. He can get better and better so I’m, really pleased for him.” He has proven that he has the character to be a Chelsea striker, now it’s time to back it up with goals, goals, goals. Lampard keeping the faith With the score at 2-2 and around 20 minutes to go in the match, there could easily have been the need to change things up. Without Eden Hazard in their ranks, they needed someone to take up the mantle and be the spark in the final third. Lampard could easily have gone to Olivier Giroud, Michy Batshuayi or Willian to provide that off the bench. However, with the time ticking away the new head coach kept faith with those players on the pitch, and it certainly paid dividends in the end. Lampard is showing that he is obviously a head coach who believes in a formula and a way of trying to get the best out of his side. It wasn’t until deep into the second half that the substitutes really got ready to go on the pitch, and it showed that Lampard was trusting the process. Chelsea player ratings: Tammy Abraham the hero with Mateo Kovacic excellent at Norwich City The Christensen vs Zouma debate Antonio Rudiger was not in action for the Blues against Norwich, but Lampard stated that he wants the Germany international back for next week. It means that it could be a final audition for either Andreas Christensen or Kurt Zouma to be the partner for the centre-back when he is back in action. While Chelsea’s forward play was very good at times, they were still exposed at the back and so Rudiger’s presence is going to be much needed. So who makes way for Rudiger once he comes back in? Christensen appears to be the safer bet right now to play in the heart of the defence, looking more assured and composed, especially on the ball. Meanwhile, Zouma is looking slightly more erratic. When he is on his game he can be a superb influence, but at times he has looked a little lost. It points towards Christensen getting the nod, however they might have another chance against Sheffield United should Rudiger fail to be fully fit. There doesn’t seem to be more of a player who has had a greater turn around in form than Mateo Kovacic this season. Under Maurizio Sarri, the Croatian looked a shell of the player who promised so much and he struggled to make any impact in midfield. Skip forward a season, with a permanent deal under his belt, and the 25-year-old has looked a completely different player. Even today, in the 4-3-3 Kovacic was playing on the right, a position not dissimilar that he played in during the 2018/19 campaign. However, he was more assured on the ball, driving powerfully through the midfield and also putting in some excellent tackles through the course of the match. After spending the money that Chelsea have, to start getting the rewards that he has now been showing is a real relief. 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Sign up now to The Football Project newsletter to get all the latest Premier League news straight to your inbox! Palpable relief For Lampard, this was a historic moment as he secured his first win in the Premier League as Chelsea head coach. It was a hard-fought win against a side that will give a lot of people problems this season and came close to getting something out of the game. But for the Blues, with Sheffield United up next weekend at Stamford Bridge, it was vital that the search for three points didn’t drag on. “For me, I am happy, very happy with the result. Because you can’t get away from it at Chelsea,” Lampard said. “We want to win games, I want to stay in contention. I didn’t want a slow start. We had a tough start and I have got to say I am happy with a lot of the performances. But you can’t shout that too loudly if you aren’t winning games. “So it changes it for me, today. So I am very happy. It gives me more determination to work. I saw a lot of good things, things we can improve but a real good belief in the players, the way they played today. “I am happy, but determined, I suppose.” Next weekend is a great chance to keep the momentum going ahead of the international break. 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__label__cc	0.677503	0.322497	[Birth Mother] First Mother Forum Where first/birth/natural/real mothers share news & opinions. And vent. Does my birth mother think of me? Adoptees often ask us whether their natural mothers think of them, "at least on my birthday." Lorraine and I assure them that their mothers think of therm often, likely everyday. "Then why doesn't she try to find me?" they ask. "She may be thinking about searching " we tell them, but there are reason why she is hesitating. She doesn't know she can; she promised the agency she wouldn't; she had it drummed into her that she's shouldn't. She doesn't know how to search. She can't afford a searcher. She doesn't want to disrupt your life. She doesn't want to disrupt the lives of her raised children, her husband, her parents. These thoughts coursed through my mind for years. I'll search later I told myself, when my youngest daughter graduates from high school, when I have more money, more time. Then 19 years ago my lost daughter Rebecca found me. I'll write more about this on her birthday, November 17. For now I want to encourage mothers who haven't searched to begin. I've never met a mother who wasn't happy, or at least relieved to know their child, no matter what happens after the reunion. We in reunion can help these mothers. Let mothers know it is okay to search. Encourage mothers to register with the International Soundex Reunion Registry (ISSR.org) as well as write to their adoption agency that they would like contact if their child contacts the agency. Respond to articles in the media about adoption and reunion by telling your story. Speak up at social gatherings when adoption comes up. I know this is hard. Mention the International ISRR when possible. Encourage progressive adoption-related organizations such as American Adoption Congress, Concerned United Birthparents and local search groups to publicize themselves. Even though Lorraine had been on national television several times and in numerous magazines and newspapers by the 80s and 90s, neither her book, Birthmark, nor her story of search and reunion had not reached me. In 1988 I learned about ALMA (Adoptees Liberty Movement Association) which had been in existence over a decade by then when I came upon founder Florence Fisher's book, The Search for Anna Fisher at the Salem, Oregon public library. I took it to the stacks and read it in one sitting. I even joined ALMA but quit within a couple of months when it sent me newsletters but not in a plain brown envelopes. I was terrified that a family member would see the newsletter and ask questions I did not want to answer. I had never heard of the AAC or the local search group, Oregon Adoptee Rights. I had heard of CUB through a New Yorker article* which excoriated it but paid it little attention--until after my reunion. I thought of search as something adoptees did. That mothers would search and be open about it was something I could not relate to. Today I continue to be contacted by natural mothers and adoptees who learn my story through FMF or news articles, but who have NEVER heard of ALMA, AAC or CUB. Some mothers suffer in silence for years, believing that they are alone in being unable to confine their child to the past. All have Facebook pages where mothers can find support. First Mother Forum also has a Facebook page of its own. Now that the elections are over, it's time to resume the fight for opening sealed records. If your legislator was elected or re-elected this week, send him or her a congratulatory note--and include a sentence or two about the sealed birth certificates of adoptees. If your state is one of the 28 which has not yet allowed adult adoptees to access their original birth certificates (OBC), become part of an organization seeking to change the law. If your state allows adoptees to access their OBCs and gives mothers the opportunity to state their contact preference, try to publicize the law and encourage mothers to file a "want contact" notice. And when you can--this is most important--speak about the subject when adoption comes up. If your state has opened OBCs to adoptees, pursue laws that allow natural mothers and adoptees to access court adoption records. The most important document for mothers is the judgment of adoption, sometimes called the adoption decree. It makes the adoptive parents the child's legal parents and contains the names of the adoptive parents and the child's adoptive name. Mothers can also seek legislation to access their children's amended birth certificates which will have their names and the names of the adoptive parents. It may take many attempts before mothers succeed in having a bill passed opening court or birth records. Adoptees, natural parents, and adoptive parents have been fighting for over 40 years in New York and some other states for laws allowing adoptees to access their original birth certificates. Times are changing, however. The quest for openness which decision makers considered an assault on the institution of adoption in the 1970's is now becoming the norm. Twenty-two states allow adoptees to access to their original birth certificates, albeit some state laws have some restrictions.** Open domestic adoptions have become the norm. Legislators can be convinced that mothers have the right to know what happened to their child. Let mothers know how they can make themselves easier to find through postings on social media. If their last name is different from the one of their child's original birth certificate, they should let relatives who have the same last name as their original name know they would welcome contact. Because the subject of the lost child rarely comes up in families, brothers, uncles, cousins--both male and female, but especially male--may think their sister doesn't want to hear from that child. And more connections will happen like this because of the growing use of DNA. Just a month ago, we heard that a woman who had been searching for her family of origin since the Seventies found a half sibling through DNA. It was a second cousin who had done the DNA test, and the family, who knew nothing about her existence, welcomed her wholeheartedly. Yes, yes, adoptees. Your mother thinks of you. We encourage her to search--but we also urge you not to wait for her to find you--jane Written by adoptive mother Lucinda Franks, married to the then New York City District Attorney, Robert Morgenthau. *Resources: Laws, Searching, Reunion ALSO FROM FMF Searching helps first mothers heal When a first mother decides to search Do birth mothers/first mothers have the right to search? BE A SUPPORTER OF FMF! Order books or anything from AMAZON through FMF. Just click on the links here or the book jackets. THANKS! The Search for Anna Fisher By Florence Fisher How one woman's 20-year search for her natural mother led her to awakening the sleeping giant of adoptees and biological parents who were part of the great social engineering project of sealed birth records. She founded the Adoptees Liberty Movement Association, which ultimately had chapters in several states, and appeared on numerous TV and radio shows, in newspaper and magazine stories, all of which led to the modern-day movement to unseal the original birth certificates of adopted individuals. The Adoption Reunion Survival Guide: Preparing Yourself for the Search, Reunion, and Beyond by Julie Jarrell Bailey and Lynn N. Giddens Written by two adoption specialists, one of whom is a reunited mother, and draws on the real-life experiences of others to help readers prepare for the emotional turbulence of the reunion experience The Adoption Reader: Birth Mothers, Adoptive Mothers, and Adopted Daughters Tell Their Stories Compiled by Susan Wadia-Ellis With eloquence and conviction, more than 30 diverse birth mothers, adoptive mothers and adoptees tell their adoption stories and explore what is a deeply emotional, sometimes controversial, and always compelling experience that affects millions of families and individuals. A great read for anybody in the triad, you can take it in doses. Posted by Jane Edwards at 4:03 PM Labels: Access to amended birth certificates , access to court adoption records , access to the original birth certificate. , adoption reunion DM November 13, 2016 at 4:43 PM I reached out directly through the mail and then via phone as soon as I became aware of who my child was. I was threatened with the police at first and later by a member of the placement family. this was not a normal adoption. I reached out again through an attorney and heard back from the attorney that the family of my child think I am a stalker. A life of not hearing from a mother can damage a child. I hope all mothers reach out and tell the truth about what happened in our individual cases. My actual purpose in posting on this site today is to respond to Lorraine's "now that the election's over" call for more focus on adoptee rights. Based on Pence's statements in the VP debate, I believe that now that the election is over, first mothers, natural mothers, birth mothers and mothers should speak out about our experiences because Pence stands ready, as he has stated, to replace "abortion" with "adoption." These two separate issues have become conflated in political discussion. I personally experienced what I believe were attempts to cause me to miscarry and these attempts were violent and committed within the larger community around me including at the Roman Catholic facility for wayward girls where I at age eleven was tied flat on my back, barely able to breathe with the near full term pregnancy pressing on my bladder and guts for a prolonged period of time. It was torture that can only have been to cause miscarriage and it was not the only attempt to press that fetus/baby out of me. Legalized abortion as I remember it being discussed was intended to save women's lives and prevent back alley abortions and the like. Also, adoption, as we all know, is not the opposite of abortion. Placing a born child for adoption is the opposite of mothering a born child. While I am sure many natural mothers are anti-abortion, reproductive choice involves good, reality based biological knowledge of one's own reproductive system and today, perhaps knowledge of how neurotransmitters fire and wire together in differing emotional contexts, the ability to say no, the capacity to say no, access to contraceptives with good information about side effects, access to Plan B if contraceptives fail and contraceptives DO fail, and if needed, access to safe termination of pregnancy. Those who don't believe in terminating a pregnancy shouldn't do it. That too is autonomy. There are many, many young women who do not know, and in my experience, do not want to hear what it was like for many of us who had our bodies and psyches demolished because of gender bias, sexism and religious patriarchal notions of purity back in the day. Well, back in the day is just about here again. I'll be focusing my letter-writing, blogging and commenting on the rights of women because before we were exiled mothers, we were women denied our rights. I wish to add to my final sentence here: women who were coerced through shame and economic blackmail to "surrender" children for adoption were denied the basic human right to raise, or in my case, be cared for and care for with help, our own precious children. Nene November 13, 2016 at 4:56 PM Everything you said, is of course, very true. But for me and others the reason we didn't search is because we felt we had NO information to help us. We had a gender and a birth date. You think how can I find someone - who could be any place - with just that information. The truth is that MOST adopted people have more information to go on than we do. Many times the adopted parents have detailed descriptions of the natural parents. In Illinois the mother's name is on their adoption decree so if the adopted parents will share that information, they have a maiden name usually. My son's adoptive parents freaked out when I found him when he was 24 years old. They made him chose between them and me. They called the adoption agency and blamed them for me finding him. (like The Cradle really helped me???LOL!) BUT they never questioned I was who I said I was. He was adopted in Illinois and they had my name. Searching is difficult even once you decide to do it. But adoptees should understand that it really is easier for them to find us than it is for us to find them. Lorraine Dusky November 13, 2016 at 5:45 PM I have been trying to get a piece published on the adoption not abortion" comparison this for over a year. I am ready to throw in the towel. MrsTarquinBiscuitbarrel November 19, 2016 at 5:36 AM Please don't stop trying. The world needs your insight. I know getting published can be dauntingly discouraging, but your subject is too important for all editors to continue to be blinkered. (My iPhone keeps urging me to post emojis of emergency vehicles. See? It agrees!) Oh, and as far as thinking about our child. I did all the time. There wasn't a friend who did not know about my baby. It was something I wanted and needed my friends to know about me so they would understand me better and know my hot spots. I even told the daughter I had in my marriage about her brother when she was only 3 years old. I wanted it to be something she always just knew and wouldn't even necessarily even remember when she was told. She wrote papers in school about adoption. When she was in college she said there were 3 classifications of men she would not even consider dating. 1) Policeman (too much trauma and danger for her comfort level 2) A racist (for obvious reasons) and 3) and adopted man. When I asked her why the 3rd category she said if they got serious and wanted to get married that she cold never do that to me -- to have her mother-in-law be an adoptive mother. (the issues it would cause) I expected he would search for me and I wanted to always be ready and had my name out there in as many places as I could put it. After he did not do that by age 24, I took it upon myself to search as soon as I found an avenue to do so. Joy Jane Edwards November 13, 2016 at 6:04 PM Yes, it's more difficult for mothers to search. Mothers have less information and less sympathy from those who might be in a position to help. Mothers can take some actions such as signing up for ISRR and other search websites, and writing to the adoption agency. Even if mothers get nowhere in their search, it can be meaningful to their child that they tried. My daughter told me this when I told her I had signed up on a registry. Another reason for advocating the laws to be changed to allow mothers access to adoption records is that opening records to mothers give legitimacy to their search. Even trying to open records sends a message to the public and other mothers that mothers care about their child and have a right to search. I always think about all my children day and night wish I could find them my boys know there adopted I love all my children my first born daughter didn't get adopted but social worker told her that I didn't want anything to do with her at all and told her that I didn't want her which is obviously a load of rubbish I was looking through Facebook and found her again we are in touch every day and she has even started to stop at my house all my children I love and wish I could find them all and not wait until there 18 year's off age JE November 14, 2016 at 11:32 AM When I was searching for my mother I checked every adoption search posting I could find looking for a sign that she or someone out there was searching for me and found nothing. I wondered why she wasn't out there looking for me or didn't want to be found. When I finally did track her down and made contact, she told me that she felt she didn't have the right to look for me and disrupt my life but she was overjoyed that I found her and always wished that I would find her. My advice to mothers is that we need to find you!!!! Put something out there, we don't need much, our birthdate, city, hospital....you don't even need to put your name out there, just set up an email address for us to contact you. I now understand why my mother didn't try to find me but when I was searching I couldn't, I just took it as a sign of rejection and it just delayed my making contact with her. Yose mite November 14, 2016 at 1:30 PM I wish my mom thought about me before she made me. That would have been a great thought. Susie November 14, 2016 at 11:53 PM Great post. You inspired me to write a new blog post ~ first one in quite a while! Kat November 15, 2016 at 12:20 PM I think a fairly large number of people (including birthmothers) believe that we adoptees have access to our records at 18 and simply choose to not pursue finding them. Danni November 17, 2016 at 11:02 AM I thought the same thing. I was told at the time of the adoption that my son could choose to search and contact the agency at 18 for information. Whether that is true or not, I don't know, but I later found out that my son's adoptive mother forbade him to contact us and threatened to disown him if he did. Nice lady. The agency was willing to help me search for a crazy sum of money that I didn't have at 18. Heck I would be 40 before I had the resources to even consider it. My non-ID was a few hundred as it was. Some bparents send update letters to the agency and far too often adoptees contact the agency and aren't informed or given these letters. Sounds like your sons amom was an insecure piece of work...sadly Cherry November 19, 2016 at 1:45 PM I'd say she was a bit more than insecure. Girl Unknown November 18, 2016 at 3:13 PM Blanket statements are rarely true for everyone. I would guess that most mothers do think about their child(ren). I think the best anyone can say to an adoptee who asks, "Does my mother think about me?" is "most likely." COMMENTS AT BLOGS OLDER THAN 30 DAYS ARE UNLIKELY TO BE PUBLISHED COMMENTS ARE MODERATED. Our blog, our decision whether to publish. We cannot edit or change the comment in any way. Entire comment published is in full as written. If you wish to change a comment afterward, you must rewrite the entire comment. We DO NOT post comments that consist of nothing more than a link and the admonition to go there. &amp;amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;amp;gt; taking a break.... We are taking a break right now. I'm doing a 2nd edition of hole in my heart. Taken at Birth If you haven't watched Taken at Birth on TLC because it sounds too sad, rethink that. A three-part (9 hour) series about babies whose mothers were told they died at birth, but instead the doctor was selling the babies out the back door without papers. There may be hundreds of them, including the adopted granddaughter of the doctor! Ultimately the secrets are coming out and even with impossible odds and DNA, some reunions are possible. Available On Demand after. It should win an Emmy but probably won't. given you would have to convince a large swath of the population that roots matter! It's the same channel as Long Lost Family. TLC Presents: Taken at Birth Yes, there will be a few tears. THANK YOU AND LEGAL NOTICE As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. THANK YOU TO ALL THE READERS WHO REMEMBER TO GO TO AMAZON VIA FIRST MOTHER FORUM. IT MATTERS NOT WHAT YOU PURCHASE. It's always a nice surprise to learn that I have a $12 credit or similar amount. "Lorraine Dusky, a writer who relinquished a daughter as a young single mother in New York State in 1966, supports opening the records. She reported in her 2015 memoir that in the handful of states that offered women the opportunity to remove their names from original birth certificates, only a small fraction of women — fewer than 1 percent — chose to do so." --Don’t Keep Adopted People in the Dark by Gabrielle Glaser, June 19, 2018 Lorraine Dusky "On FirstMotherForum.com, a blog that discusses issues among women who had given children up for adoption, Lorraine Dusky, one of the site’s authors, praised the series (ABC's 10-episode Find My Family): 'Maybe this will be heard by people who think it is unloyal somehow for a person to search out his or her roots, parents, family, when it is a most natural desire of consciousness.'--Two Reality Shows Stir Publicity and Anger"--Dec. 6, 2009. This blog takes cookies. "It shouldn't take a miracle to find people you are related to by blood."--Jenn Gentlesk forumfirstmother@gmail.com Why I won't miss Barbara Walters Former Bethany "recruiter" speaks up Analysis: Three Identical Strangers separated at birth for a social experiment now in theaters! Hoda Kotb adopts again-- Adoption Loss: Unrecognized grief that mothers endure alone Whatever happened to Carlina White? Who's the First Mom? Why is 'Adoptive Mother' such an offensive term? It's truth, it's reality. Laws, Searching, Reunion Keep Your Baby Considering Open Adoption? Letter to Birth Mother or Sibling Writing the First Letter 'Positive' Adoption Language? What We Think About Adoption Favorite Adoption Quotes Oregon court records available Instructions and forms for accessing adoption records are on the Oregon Judicial Department's website. Material from First Mother Forum may be quoted as long as FMF is credited and with a link to original source here. Over 350 words, contact for permission: forumfirstmother@gmail.com. MAKING AN ADOPTION PLAN? Check this out before you go foward: What you should Know if You're Considering Adoption for Your Baby Lorraine Dusky. Theme images by Roofoo. Powered by Blogger.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35650
__label__wiki	0.697121	0.697121	Road test: Nissan Juke 1.5 DCI N-Tec car review BIK List Price BIK Percentage It’s three years since Nissan launched the Juke, the smaller crossover companion to its hugely-successful Qashqai, but it still manages to look different to anything else on the road today. When I first spotted a white one in my rear-view mirror I wondered if NASA’s next-generation moon buggy was coming up behind me. In darker colours (or our test colour ‘gun metal’) it’s a little more subdued – with the emphasis on little. This is definitely not a car for drivers who hate being looked at. When the Qashqai first launched in 2007 it spawned a trend for compact crossovers among company car drivers so it’s no surprise that the Juke is also proving popular. It appeals to drivers that like the look of 4x4s and the higher driving position they offer, but don’t want to be stung by their running costs. Until recently a greater focus on reducing emissions on its larger sibling meant the Qashqai had lower CO2 emissions than the Juke despite using the same engine and being a bigger car. Part of this was down to the Juke not having stop-start. Nissan has addressed this with the new 1.5-litre dCi engine which cuts emissions from 134g/km to 104g/km and increases fuel economy to 70.6mpg. The official fuel consumption figure was not too far from the truth during our test week; it was consistently nudging 60mpg while we were driving in ‘eco’ mode. With this mode selected, torque is limited to 162lb-ft, but in ‘normal’ and ‘sport’ modes 192lb-ft is available. Aside from the sport mode, there are a few touches designed to appeal to drivers that aspire to a high performance car, but who are unlikely to be able to acquire one. Take the Juke’s rear lights for example, which echo those on the 370Z coupé. Also, drivers can also view real-time driving data like G-force and torque level – the kind of information available in Nissan’s supercar-slaying GT-R. In keeping with the sporty theme, the Juke has a firm ride. Stiff suspension that helps resist body roll and 18-inch alloy wheels conspire to make the car fidget over poor surfaces. For a crossover, practicality is not its strong point. Tall passengers may find themselves cramped in the rear of the car and the boot space is fairly small. For that reason, the Qashqai will be more appealing to most company car drivers and fleet managers. But the Juke successfully does the job of replicating the appeal of the Qashqai for a user-chooser audience that don’t need the larger car’s space. However, it will soon be playing catch-up on CO2 again as the 2014 Qashqai available from February has emissions from 99g/km. Compare running costs for this vehicle VED band 3 Year 60k : £7,152 Running Cost (ppm) 3 Year 60k : 30.27 Author: Sarah Tooze Sarah Tooze sarah.tooze@bauermedia.co.uk Sarah Tooze has been a fleet journalist for more than 10 years. She has been deputy editor at Fleet News since 2014 and won the ‘automotive business journalist’ award in the 2017 Newspress Awards. She is also managing editor of Fleet News’ sister title Smart Transport. More Nissan Reviews More Small Car Reviews Nissan Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T N Connecta \| long-term test review Overall, the Qashqai proves why it is still a good choice for fleets although it is no longer a standout car in the crowded crossover segment. Seat Mii Electric makes the transition to electric painless \| first drive Seat’s city car jumps on the electric bandwagon with great success.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35652
__label__wiki	0.676537	0.676537	HomeRiflesRemington-Keene Remington-Keene The Remington-Keene reifle was the brainchild of one James Keene of Newark, NJ, who began patenting its features in 1874. The gun would eventually go into production with the Remington company in 1877 and remain available until 1888, selling a total of about 5,000 copies. The Remington-Keene rifle/carbine was submitted to government trials, as were so many other repeating rifles of the period. Keene’s design, however, had a number of features that one would have expected to endear it with Army ordnance officers. Despite being a bolt action, Keene place a large and unmistakeable hammer on the end of the bolt – something that would make military users much more comfortable with the design. In addition, to mollify some of the ordnance department’s safety concerns the striker on the Keene only resets to half-cock when the bolt is operated. The shooter must manually cock the striker (which looks like a hammer) before firing. Another clever feature of the Keene design was that its tube magazine could be loaded either through the top with the bolt open, or from below with the bolt closed. Locking on the Keene was performed by a single large lug, which also functioned as the bolt handle. Unlike other rifles with similar shell lifters, the Keene system held the cartridge in control while on the elevator, avoiding the potential problem of a cartridge falling out mid-loading – which was possible in rifles like the Lebel and Kropatschek. The Navy did purchase 250 Remington-Keene rifles for use on on the USS Michigan and USS Trenton, and the Indian Bureau also purchased several hundred for its Indian agents. These guns were all chambered fort he standard .45-70-405 cartridge, but commercial guns were also available in .40-60 and .43 Spanish calibers. Magazine capacity was 9 cartridges in a 29 1/4″ rifle and less in the shorter carbine models (I haven’t found reliable numbers for the specific carbine capacity). Despite its creative elements, the Remington-Keene was pretty thoroughly inferior to the Lee rifle designs the Remington was also producing, and they let production come to an end in the late 1880 in favor of Lee rifles. I have a Remington keene that used to belong to my grandfather who was a guide in the Adirondacks in the mid to late 1800’s over the years someone lost some of the parts to the bolt and broke some of it’s casting, does anyone have any parts or blue prints so I could make this piece functional again? I would really like to hunt with this piece of my family history again. Thanks for your time. Jim Hello I have one of these rifles . I don`t have the stock but the gun is in firing conditon. But I would not because the inside of the barrel is questionable. The inside magazine tube is there as well .Oh it has no sights. . Pleae let me know more about this gun. thanks. Cheers from Canada.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35654
__label__wiki	0.557398	0.557398	GBT is a Gig-Capable Provider GBT Named Certified Gig-Capable Provider by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association Arlington, Va., (4/1/2016) – GBT was today recognized by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, the premier association representing nearly 900 independent, community-based telecommunications companies that are leading innovation in rural and small-town America, as a Certified Gig-Capable Provider for delivering gigabit broadband speeds and enabling technological innovation in the Timken and Alexander communities. As a Certified Gig-Capable Provider, GBT joins a national campaign to build awareness and industry recognition of community-based telecom providers that have built communications networks capable of delivering Internet speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second, which is 100 times faster than those currently available in many U.S. households. GBT also received tools to promote itself as a Gig-Capable Provider in the Timken and Alexander communities and will be recognized in NTCA media, on the NTCA website, and during association conferences and events. “I applaud GBT for its commitment to delivering the Internet’s fastest speeds—an accomplishment worthy of much praise considering the unique and challenging circumstances small, community-based telecommunications providers operate under every day in serving some of our country’s most rural and remote communities,” said NTCA Chief Executive Officer Shirley Bloomfield. “By building a gigabit-capable network, GBT has not only overcome these challenges, but also shattered conventional benchmarks for broadband speed to enable cutting-edge technologies that drive innovation and promote economic development in their communities, region and nationwide.” To achieve certification, telecommunications companies must show that gigabit technology is currently commercially available within 95% of one or more exchanges within its serving territory and that such service can be provided without new trenching or stringing new aerial facilities. This statement must be confirmed by a letter from an engineering firm or other independent source involved in the company’s network planning, deployment or operation. More information about the NTCA Gig-Capable Provider certification program is available at www.ntca.org/gigcertified.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35661
__label__wiki	0.634391	0.634391	Baseball: Gators get shut out on the road at Vandy It marks the first time this season the Gators (16-8, 1-3 SEC) have been shut out. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Florida's SEC baseball struggles continued on the road Thursday, when No. 8 Vanderbilt blanked the No. 14 Gators 5-0. Vanderbilt (17-5, 2-2) scored one in the first on a RBI double from JJ Bleday before UF starter Tommy Mace (4-2) settled in over the next few innings. In the fourth, the Commodores strung together a couple hits to add another run to extend the lead to 2-0. Mace kept Vanderbilt at bay and racked up a career high nine strikeouts before a pair of infield singles in the seventh inning. The Gators went to the bullpen and things fell apart, as the next four batters reached – two courtesy of walks and two via hit batters – that brought three runs in to put Florida in a 5-0 hole. "That was a good game, it just got away from us there in the seventh," UF coach Kevin O'Sullivan said. "With two outs and nobody on they had the infield hit and a bunt and then they scored three runs and the ball never left the infield. "We went to the bullpen, threw 11 pitches and I think nine balls. Walked a couple guys, wild pitch, hit by a pitch. It just kind of got away from us at that point. Vanderbilt starter Drake Fellows (5-0) pitched a complete game with five hits allowed and eight strikeouts. “The thing about it that’s disappointing, not so much the loss, but they had their closer warming up in the bullpen and were probably going to go to him in the eighth but as soon as they tacked on three runs they were able to run Fellows back out there and get the complete game and their closer is available for tomorrow," O'Sullivan said. "We’ve got to go back to the drawing board and get going tomorrow, obviously we’ve got to do a little better job offensively. We put a couple drags on tonight with the third baseman back and bunted back to the pitcher, put another drag on and tried to pull back on a called strike. The drag was there for us tonight if we could have just strung together a couple good at bats when the game was within a couple runs, who knows what could have happened.”	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35663
__label__cc	0.73067	0.26933	Apprenticeship Program, Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Digital Apprenticeships By Franklin Apprenticeships\|2019-12-17T11:45:33-05:00December 17th, 2019\|Categories: Apprenticeship Program, Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Digital Apprenticeships\| The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) recently published a practical guide to help tech companies source talent and fill jobs. Released in November 2019, Why Tech Companies Should Offer Apprenticeships explains the value of apprenticeship in the tech sector and offers insight into navigating and executing apprenticeship as a talent pipeline strategy. The white paper is further [...] The “Chicken or Egg” Debate Among HR Leaders: Credentials or Potential When Hiring? Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Educators, Employers, Franklin Apprenticeships Careers, Workforce Development By Franklin Apprenticeships\|2019-10-10T17:09:15-04:00June 26th, 2019\|Categories: Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Educators, Employers, Franklin Apprenticeships Careers, Workforce Development\| Last spring, Learning House and Future Workplace surveyed 600 human resource leaders about the nationwide skills gap crisis, the state of hiring processes, and the difficulties of identifying qualified candidates. As job openings in the U.S. continue to rise, nearly half of the HR leaders questioned blame higher education for the skills gap. Approximately 47 [...] Gearing Up for a Shift in the Automotive Workforce By Franklin Apprenticeships\|2019-08-19T08:37:51-04:00June 18th, 2019\|Categories: Apprenticeships, Automotive Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Employers, Franklin Apprenticeships Careers, Franklin Apprenticeships Opportunities, Job Seekers, Missouri AutoMOtive! Apprenticeship Program, Workforce Development, Workforce Shortages\| We live in a world inundated with technology, so it comes as no surprise that consumers seek similar digital access and advances integrated into their driving experience. These range from the obvious — navigation, entertainment, climate control, and hands-free access — to innovations in safety, performance, and diagnostics. Employers Discuss the Top Three Drivers of the U.S. Talent Shortage – And How to Change Direction By Kim Nichols\|2019-10-10T17:11:09-04:00March 24th, 2019\|Categories: Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Employers, Workforce Development, Workforce Shortages\| Last year, ManpowerGroup released their 2018 Talent Shortage Survey discussing the Skills Revolution, and why employers should shift their focus from just in time hiring strategies to becoming the builders of talent for today and tomorrow. In this survey, 61 percent of U.S. employers cited a lack of applicants, a lack of experience, and a lack of hard skills as the top three drivers for talent shortages within their respective organizations. What’s Happening in the US Apprenticeship Industry? By Kim Nichols\|2019-08-19T08:48:39-04:00June 30th, 2018\|Categories: Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Job Seekers, Why Apprenticeships?, Workforce Development, Workforce Shortages\|Tags: federal task force on apprenticeship, task force on apprenticeship expansion, US apprenticeship legislation, US apprenticeship reform, US apprenticeships, US college debt, US skilled labor shortages\| Coverage of Trump’s Task Force on Apprenticeship Expansion The Task Force on Apprenticeship Expansion submitted their final report to the President on May 10, 2018. The task force was initiated in response to President Trump’s June 15, 2017 Executive Order, Expanding Apprenticeships in America, “to identify strategies and proposals to promote apprenticeships, especially in sectors [...] New Report Outlines Options for US Apprenticeship Policy Changes By Franklin Apprenticeships\|2019-08-19T08:53:55-04:00February 8th, 2018\|Categories: Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Job Seekers, Why Apprenticeships?\|Tags: apprenticeship, apprenticeship policy, tom bewick\| Ryan Craig and Tom Bewick are labor market and education experts with a vision. Craig is Managing Director of University Ventures, in addition to being speaker, writer, and analyst on 21st century workforce and education issues. Bewick is President of the Transatlantic Apprenticeship Exchange forum, co-founder of Franklin Apprenticeships, and former advisor on apprenticeships to the British Government. Recent Report Validates Room for US Apprenticeship Expansion By Franklin Apprenticeships\|2019-08-19T08:54:50-04:00December 18th, 2017\|Categories: Apprenticeships, Blog, Careers, Changing The American Workforce, Employers, Job Seekers, Why Apprenticeships?\|Tags: apprenticeship, market perceptions\| Can Market Facts Change Market Perceptions? A recently released report from Harvard Business School and Burning Glass Technologies validates the fact that there is opportunity to expand US apprenticeships into new fields of occupations. Room to Grow, Identifying New Frontiers for Apprenticeships analyzed the Burning Glass job postings data and discovered: Ø The number of occupations [...]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35665
__label__cc	0.537244	0.462756	Sign In to Investor Site Quantity Discounts for Class A Shares What is a Mutual Fund? Income for What's Next Strategy® Creating a Financial Plan What is an ETF? Retirement Income IQ Test Retirement Plan Tax Information Why Choose Franklin Templeton? Franklin Resources Site Investment Expertise Fixed Income Funds Municipal Bond Funds Emerging Market Funds Are you an expert on what it takes to generate income once your regular paycheck stops? Take this quick test to find out. SpryngTM by Franklin Templeton Spryng is a new crowdfunding tool for college savings where you create a personalized profile and share it with friends and family. Open popular accounts online: General / Non-Retirement Retirement (IRAs) Account Services FAQs Guide to Shareholder Services Mar 01 2019 Updated Pricing Schedule for Class A/A1 Long-Term Fixed Income Funds - Read More Effective 3/1/19, the maximum initial sales charge for purchases of less than $100,000 of Franklin Templeton’s long-term fixed income funds (Class A and A1 shares) was lowered to 3.75%. Please see the prospectus supplement for more information. If you have any questions, please contact your financial advisor or call Shareholder Services. Class A shares (NASDAQ: FKLAX) were renamed Class A1 and closed to new investors. Existing Class A1 shareholders may continue to add money to their accounts. A new Class A share (NASDAQ: FQLAX) launched with a different expense structure, in which new shareholders can invest. The fund also changed certain sales charges and commissions paid to dealers on Class A and A1 shares. Please see the prospectus supplement for more information. If you have additional questions, please contact your financial advisor or call Franklin Templeton. FLTZX Franklin Louisiana Tax-Free Income Fund Calendar Year Returns Cumulative Total Returns After-Tax Average Annual Total Returns Average Annual Total Returns [further-information] Average annual total return shows the investment's average annual change in value over the indicated periods. It is not the same as a year-by-year annual return. Figures reflect reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Month End Quarter End Month EndAs of 12/31/2019 Since InceptionInception 09/01/1987 Fund without Sales Charge (%) (NAV) Fund with Sales Charge (%) (POP) Bloomberg Barclays Municipal Bond Index (%) Quarter EndAs of 12/31/2019 Cumulative Total Returns [further-information] Cumulative total return shows the change in the investment's value over the time period indicated. Figures reflect reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Since Inception since 09/01/1987 6.81 6.81 11.91 15.58 45.56 449.65 HYPOTHETICAL $10K INVESTMENT After-Tax Average Annual Total Returns [further-information] After-tax average annual total returns represent the average change in value of an investment on an annualized basis. Returns are calculated using the highest individual federal income tax rates; state and local taxes are not considered. Your actual after-tax return depends on your particular tax situation and may differ from those shown. "Before Shares Sold" figures assume taxes are paid on fund distributions (dividends and capital gains) but do not reflect taxes that may be incurred upon sale or exchange of shares. "After Shares Sold" figures also adjust for taxes due if the fund investment is sold at the end of the measurement period. After-tax average annual total returns represent the average change in value of an investment on an annualized basis. Returns are calculated using the highest individual federal income tax rates; state and local taxes are not considered. Your actual after-tax return depends on your particular tax situation and may differ from those shown. "Before Shares Sold" figures assume taxes are paid on fund distributions (dividends and capital gains) but do not reflect taxes that may be incurred upon sale or exchange of shares. "After Shares Sold" figures also adjust for taxes due if the fund investment is sold at the end of the measurement period. No chart available for this data. Before Shares Sold After Shares Sold SALES CHARGE, EXPENSES & FEES As of 07/01/2019 (updated annually) Gross Expense Ratio Net Expense Ratio [further-information] Net Expense Ratio represents the expense ratio applicable to investors. Max Initial Sales Charge CDSC Volatility Measures [further-information] The difference between a fund's actual returns versus its expected performance, given its level of market risk as measured by beta. A positive alpha indicates the fund performed better than its beta would predict while a negative alpha indicates the fund's under performance based on the expectations indicated by the fund's beta. A measure of a fund's volatility in relation to the stock market, as measured by a stated index. By definition, the beta of the stated index is 1; a fund with a higher beta has been more volatile than the index, and a fund with a lower beta has been less volatile than the index. The Sharpe ratio, developed by Nobel Prize winner William Sharpe, provides a measure of a fund's historical risk-adjusted performance. A higher number indicates better historical risk-adjusted performance. The linear relationship between two return series. Correlation shows the strength of the relationship between two return series. The higher the relationship, the more similar the returns. R-Squared This number indicates what percentage of a fund's performance fluctuation can be explained by movements in the benchmark index. R-squared (correlation) ranges from 0 to 100. An R-squared of 100 would mean that the fund is tracking its benchmark exactly. A low R-squared indicates that very few of the fund's movements are explained by movements of its benchmark. R-squared can help determine the significance of the fund's beta. A higher R-squared generally indicates a more useful beta. Lower R-squared means the fund's beta is less relevant to its performance. This figure provides a statistical measure of the range of a fund's returns. A high standard deviation indicates a wide range of returns and thus greater volatility. As of 12/31/2019 Updated Monthly, based on a 3-year period [further-information-text] A benchmark is a comparable broad-based index that can be used to evaluate a fund's performance. Bloomberg Barclays Municipal Bond Index For investors subject to the alternative minimum tax, a small portion of fund dividends may be taxable. Distributions of capital gains are generally taxable. To avoid the imposition of 28% backup withholding on all fund distributions and redemption proceeds, U.S. investors must be properly certified on Form W-9 and non-U.S. investors on Form W-8BEN. All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Because municipal bonds are sensitive to interest rate movements, the fund's yield and share price will fluctuate with market conditions. Bond prices generally move in the opposite direction of interest rates. Thus, as prices of bonds in the fund adjust to a rise in interest rates, the fund's share price may decline. Because the fund invests principally in a single state, it is subject to greater risk of adverse economic and regulatory changes in that state than a geographically diversified fund. Puerto Rico municipal bonds have been impacted by recent adverse economic and market changes, which may cause the fund's share price to decline. Changes in the credit rating of a bond, or in the credit rating or financial strength of a bond's issuer, insurer or guarantor, may affect the bond's value. The fund may invest a significant part of its assets in municipal securities that finance similar types of projects, such as utilities, hospitals, higher education and transportation. A change that affects one project would likely affect all similar projects, thereby increasing market risk. Most Franklin Templeton funds offer multiple share classes. Share classes are subject to different fees and expenses, which will affect their performance. In general, Class A/A1 have a maximum initial sales charge; Class C/C1 shares have a 1% contingent deferred sales charge; Class Z, Advisor Class and Class R6 shares have no sales charges nor Rule 12b-1 fees; Class R shares have no sales charges, but do have a Rule 12b-1 fee. For more information on any of our funds, contact your financial advisor or download a prospectus. Investors should carefully consider a fund's investment goals, risks, sales charges and expenses before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing or sending money. Portfolio holdings are subject to change. Calculated according to the modified duration formula. Duration is an indication of a fund's sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Please note, duration numbers will change as market conditions change; therefore duration should not solely be relied upon to indicate a municipal bond fund's potential volatility. The annualized percentage difference between a fund's actual returns and its expected performance given its level of market risk, as measured by beta. Based on the 3-year period ended as of the date of the calculation. Percentage of the fund's returns explained by movements in the Barclays Municipal Bond Index. 100 equals perfect correlation to the index. Based on the 3-year period ended as of the date of the calculation. A measure of the fund's volatility relative to the market, as represented by the Barclays Municipal Bond Index. A beta greater than 1.00 indicates volatility greater than the market. Based on the 3-year period ended as of the date of the calculation. Securities, except for those labeled Not Rated ("NR"), are assigned ratings by one or more Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organizations ("NRSRO"), such as Standard & Poor's, Moody's and Fitch, that can be considered by the investment manager as part of its independent security analysis. When ratings from multiple agencies are available, the highest is used, consistent with the portfolio investment process. Ratings reflect an NRSRO's opinion of an issuer's creditworthiness and typically range from AAA (highest) to D (lowest). The Refunded category consists of refunded bonds secured by U.S. government or other high-quality securities and not rerated by an NRSRO. The Not Rated category consists of ratable securities that have not been rated by an NRSRO. Cash includes equivalents, which may be rated. Derivatives are excluded from this breakdown. The hypothetical scenario does not take into account federal, state or municipal taxes. If taxes were taken into account, the hypothetical values shown would have been lower. The Fund's portfolio is generally widely diversified among issuers of municipal securities. From time to time, however, the Fund may have a significant position in the municipal securities of a particular state or territory, such as Puerto Rico. Under these circumstances, changes in the economic conditions in that state or territory are likely to affect the Fund's investments and performance. In February 2014, rating agencies downgraded Puerto Rico's general obligation debt and some related bonds below investment grade, with further downgrades possible. Portfolio holdings and details listed above may not reflect the most current ratings information available. Effective 9/15/16, the fund began offering Advisor Class shares. For periods prior to the fund's Advisor Class inception date, a restated figure is used based on the fund's oldest share class, Class A performance, excluding the effect of Class A's maximum initial sales charge but reflecting the effect of the Class A Rule 12b-1 fees; and for periods after the fund's Advisor Class inception date, actual Advisor Class performance is used, reflecting all charges and fees applicable to that class. Performance quotations for this class reflect the following methods of calculation: a) For periods prior to the fund's Advisor Class inception date, a restated figure is used based on the fund's oldest share class, Class A1 performance, excluding the effect of Class A1's maximum initial sales charge but reflecting the effect of the Class A1 Rule 12b-1 fees; and b) for periods after the fund's Advisor Class inception date, actual Advisor Class performance is used, reflecting all charges and fees applicable to that class.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35666
__label__cc	0.708053	0.291947	Ghosts video \| Frenz Forum Most Recent Active Topics Frenz: Welcome! General Frenz Frenz: Artists, Bands, and Projects Finn Brothers Phil Judd/Schnell Fenster Paul Hester/LLT Liam Finn / Betchadupa Neil Finn with Fleetwood Mac Other Spin-Offs/ Related Bands / Projects Soundtracks/TV/Commercials/Anthems Frenz: Buy, Sell, Trade, Post, Download, Non-Frenz Music Wanted/For Sale/Trades Original Creations Ghosts video Like This TopicFollow This Topic slowpogoAddicted Another track from Lightsleeper is out, Ghosts. Check it out: https://www.stereogum.com/2008...eeper/premiere?amp=1 brownieAddicted Last edited by brownie 8/3/185:30 PM It will be work for me to listen to that even one more time. But I will. Eventually. Like Reply (1 Like) Yeah, Back to Life has grown on me, but I don’t know about Ghosts. I’m only mildly interested in this new album honestly. Sugar MouseAddicted 8/3/1810:50 PM Not a fan of this one. Too much Liam and not enough Neil. Sugar Mouse posted: The thing is though, Liam is more than capable of writing a good song. I like a lot of Liam’s songs, and some are just sublime. So I don’t think it’s as simple as too much Liam and not enough Neil. I honestly don’t know what it is. laughs Like Reply (3 Likes) In Love With It AllSecret God 8/4/1812:41 AM I’m not a fan of Tchad Blake’s production. He creates a very cluttered soundscape that sometimes obscures the quality of the underlying song. That was certainly the case with Back to Life. An acoustic duo with Neil and Liam on Aussie TV a couple of months ago was way better than the recorded version with all the annoying Tchad Blake sound affects - some which sound like a box of cutlery being dropped on the floor. Having said that, I do like Ghosts a lot. The song lends itself more to the Tchad Blake treatment. I particularly like the guitar sound. 8/4/181:21 AM Hold Her Close has also now been released on YouTube. Lovely song. https://youtu.be/Qq-MAHDilxk In Love With It All posted: Yes, very lovely. That restored my faith a little bit. Secret God (Stew)Addicted Yeah not a massive fan of Ghosts at all. Like brownie said, Liam's more than capable of writing a great song. His I'll Be Lightning album is full of them. So probably not a great choice for second single. Hold Her Close on the other hand is a very good song. Could have easily slotted onto Out Of Silence. Last edited by Sugar Mouse 8/4/188:17 PM Ok. I should clarify. For me, Ghosts had too much eccentric Liam and not enough melody, dynamic variation, and structure for my liking. The ending is interesting though. Not sure how I feel about the production. In general, I prefer simple clean production. Would be cool if Neil and Liam issued a bonus disc of the songs recorded live without production flourishes like in the Back To Life performance. MariolaAddicted Finn album and Pajama Club springs to mind. Single? Why bother at all, in 2 weeks 1.500 views via youtube... 1.500 views!!! I only just realised that it's Liam singing lead vocals on Hold Her Close! I actually feel pretty stupid now... I guess I just assumed it would be Neil, being released as a double A-side digital single with Ghosts, which is another Liam track. And ever since I heard it I thought it sounded like Neil. Just goes to show how similar their voices are, even to a massive fan like me. Does Neil sing any vocals on Hold Her Close? A bit of background vocals maybe? Steve ShealyAddicted Been on vacation, so I missed this thread when it first started; just listened to Ghosts for the first time. Not great, but I don't dislike it. Gets really nice toward the end. I will echo that Liam has some fantastic songs; Spill the Light and Cold Feet can hold their own with anything his dad has written. But he takes more risks than Neil, as I think Tim does as well. 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__label__wiki	0.889347	0.889347	Many of Lighthouse's customers are familiar with, and inspired by, its efforts to reduce waste. (Photo: Courtesy of Lighthouse) Lighthouse restaurant: a beacon for the zero-waste movement Owners of the Brooklyn eatery have mastered sustainability and are urging others to follow suit. by Jaime Fraze \| Thursday, August 8, 2019 by Jaime Fraze Beyond the woodgrain countertops and rustic decor inside its weathered walls, Brooklyn's Lighthouse restaurant has become a beacon, of sorts, for sustainability and green business practices, thanks to owner Naama Tamir. She and her brother, Assaf, have owned the unpretentious storefront for a decade. They've thrived in their space, fostering a homey atmosphere that embodies community, honesty and warmth. Their menu has been praised for its dedication to locally sourced ingredients and an emphasis on fresh, wholesome vegetables. Snack action shot A post shared by LighthouseBK (@lighthousebk) on Jul 3, 2019 at 12:55pm PDT From the time they opened, the Israel-born Tamirs weren't satisfied simply slinging their wares to hungry patrons. They wanted that community feel to go farther. For them, that meant getting as close to zero-waste as possible. So they started to spend a lot of time thinking, talking and learning about trash. Where it goes, how it's divided, how much is reused, recycled or upcycled. "It's really about changing the paradigm of how restaurants operate," Assaf Tamir said. Lighthouse sits on an unpretentious corner in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood. (Photo: Adi Shniderman) Their first challenge? Reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. They switched from plastic straws to metal. They separated glass from cardboard and paper. They found several nonprofits in the area that processed waste and used it for good: the Billion Oyster Project, for one, which uses discarded oyster shells for reef rehabilitation at the New York Harbor. They also donate lemon peel and other organic waste to a company called Sure Can, which turns it into compost. And their wine bottle corks are retrieved and recycled by the Cork Collective Group. "I think we all need to shift our gaze to more long-term thinking and to broaden our perspective to be more inclusive and less linear," Naama Tamir told From The Grapevine. Naama Tamir, an Israeli native, has co-owned Lighthouse since 2009. (Photo: Clay Williams) For her and Assaf, that shift made perfect sense. The two grew up in Rehovot, a highly agricultural town near Tel Aviv, where farming was part of the curriculum in grade school. "The connection to nature and farming has always been very strong for us," Naama told us."In Israel in general, there is much attention to water preservation and environmental good practices." The efforts are time-consuming and costly, for sure, which ushered in another challenge: Maintain these practices without compromising profits and quality. It’s Saturday and you can have an egg sandwich with avocado and nduja ( from @endsmeatnyc_ ) to help you live your best life 📷: @brunchboys A post shared by LighthouseBK (@lighthousebk) on Mar 16, 2019 at 6:32am PDT "We call Lighthouse a multiple-bottom-line business," Naama said. "In the same way businesses and restaurants create systems and modify operations to drive profit, we do it with a few other bottom lines in mind." It's an ongoing effort, but it's one that the Tamirs hope can become a model for the industry at large. "We enjoy the intellectual challenge and the rewards," Naama told us. But, "we won't sacrifice our values just for the sake of making more money." Jaime Fraze is a staff writer, copy editor and web producer at From the Grapevine who also manages Israeli Kitchen, From The Grapevine’s food channel. For chef-artist Moshe Segev, the plate is just as important as the food When honeymooning in Paris, don't forget to order the cauliflower All the times Michael Solomonov proved he's America's top chef Related Topics: Food News, Healthy eating Owners of the Brooklyn eatery, Naama and Assaf Tamir, excel at sustainability and are urging others to follow suit. 'The Boys' co-star is the Kevin Bacon of Israeli actors 10 great sandwiches from around the world 9 cheeses not made from cow's milk Actress Odeya Rush reveals her favorite Israeli foods	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35670
__label__cc	0.682965	0.317035	Name: Rosie Couture Position: Executive Director rosie@generationratify.org Rosie is an intersectional feminist. She proudly owns the title of Social Justice Warrior. She loves supporting everyone on the team through being their hype man and helping them to be their best selves. She loves watching people grow into leaders. Outside of Generation Ratify, you can see her poorly singing in musicals, advocating for gun reform, playing on drumline, and making lots of TikToks. Name: Belan Yeshigeta Position: Assistant Director Belan@generationratify.org Belan is passionate about education and criminal justice reform, and of course, gender equality. When she’s not working with her Generation Ratify family, she’s probably watching really bad reality tv! She’s incredibly proud of her team and can’t wait to work on more amazing things with them in the future! Policy & Political Action Name: Grace Gent Position: Policy & Political Action Co-Director grace@generationratify.org Grace is a writer and an activist. Most of her writing centers around the causes she fights for. She works with March For Our Lives and CoalesceFor in addition to her work with Generation Ratify. She knows that the youth voice is more powerful than anything trying to suppress it, and encourages everyone to speak up for what they believe in. Name: Christian Gines Location: Madison, MS Christian is a passionate activist who is never afraid to speak up for what he believes in. For Generation Ratify, he works as the Co-Policy and Political Action Director, where he works with the Policy Team to contact legislatures, organize rallies, and getting the youth involved in ratifying the ERA. Outside of Generation Ratify, Christian acts as the State Chair for High School Democrats of Mississippi. He is also a Speech and Debate Kid who enjoys reading, running, and listening to music nonstop. Name: Lizzie Koumans Position: Policy & Political Action Associate Lizzie has always been a proud feminist and advocate for women’s rights as well as other social justice issues. With Generation Ratify, Lizzie is part of a group of associates working to help to track ERA legislation and organize to make sure the legislation is passed. Outside of Generation Ratify, you can find Lizzie on the track, the soccer field, or helping with local volunteer groups. Name: Ritwik Tati Location: Haddon Heights, NJ Ritwik is a political organizer passionate about climate change, criminal justice, gun violence, and gender equality reform. He leads his county's chapter of the High School Democrats of America and is the features editor for the HSDA-affiliated publication The Progressive Teen. In addition to political organizing, he is the captain of the varsity cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track teams at his high school. Ritwik can't wait to get the ERA passed in Virginia and take the fight to Congress. Name: Elena Cura Elena Cura (she/her) is a part of the policy team. She loves learning languages and meeting new people. She joined the GenERAtion Ratify team to bring change! Name: Yasmina Mansour Position: Financial Director yasmina@generationratify.org Yasmina is the Financial Director. Other than Generation Ratify, she is involved in several other volunteer organizations including March For Our Lives and the Arlington Teen Network Board. Name: Maha Yazdani Position: Financial Committee Member Maha enjoys watching too many tiktoks (embarrassing) and hanging out with friends. She alsos cares about the ERA because it affects not only her future, but many of her friends and families future too. Content & Creative Name: Anabelle Lombard Position: Content & Creative Director anabelle@generationratify.org Anabelle is an advocate for gender equality and the arts! She believes that art is powerful and can change the world! When she isn’t trying to harness the youth voice to create an impact, she acts, sings, does visual art, and cooks! Name: Gabby Taroc Position: Content & Creative Committee Member This is Gabby’s first time being a part of something empowering and amazing. She is excited to be working with so many new people and to be apart of Generation Ratify! Outside of Generation Ratify, you will find Gabby working hard on all her schoolwork or being clumsy or messy. She is excited and is looking forward for all the things to come to Generation Ratify! Name: Nayeh Zouhon Nayeh is new to the activism environment but has enjoyed going to significant marches throughout the year and canvassing with Generation Ratify. She is so excited to be a part of this club and knows that it will have a great impact on our generation. Nayeh also has an interest in marine biology and theater and hopes to be an Oscar winning actress with three adopted whales. Name: Julie Audi Julie is passionate about gender equality, gun reform, and women's rights. She loves Generation Ratify and all that it stands for. You can find her every day after school at crew conditioning or practice. Julie also loves a good book so if you have any recommendations you should tell her right away :) Outreach & Inclusion Name: Emilia Couture Position: Diversity & Inclusion Director Location: Charlottesville, VA emilia@generationratify.org Emilia is a first-year at the University of Virginia. She is openly queer and avidly enjoys King Princess and Maggie Rogers. Within Generation Ratify, she loves coordinating events and collaborations via outreach to other organizations. She also writes for her school paper, does theatre, and serves on student council. Name: Rina Welch Position: diversity & Inclusion Committee Member Location: Marietta, VA Rina is a young woman figuring life out after university, where she majored in Political Science. She currently works with various organizations that fight for voting rights and outreach, electing democratic candidates, passing legislation on climate change and now, Generation Ratify. Her goal is to save up to continue on to graduate school with a focus on public policy/law. Besides all that, she loves to hang out with her two dogs and enjoy nature. Name: Isa Paley Isa is so excited to be a part of the incredible Generation Ratify team. As a member of the outreach committee, she’s so excited to make connection with amazing groups across the country. Outside of outreach and fighting to change the world, Isa loves theatre, BROCKHAMPTON, watching and talking about movies, and writing. Name: Maya Tornerud Location: Aurora, CO Maya Tornerud is an intersectional feminist who started doing women’s activism at age 11. She enjoys speaking at rallies and is also a Period organizer. Outside of GenERAtion Ratify she is a varsity debater and does climate change activism in her Denver capital building. One day she hopes to be a Congress woman and shed some light on the corruption we see every day! Name: Ariana Hameed Location: Falls Church, VA Ariana is a high school student who is passionate about gender and racial equality, and including people of all different backgrounds. Other than advocating for the era, she loves reading and watching Brooklyn Nine-Nine.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35672
__label__wiki	0.552556	0.552556	Bah Gawd That's Rizzo's Music! Hobbled Anthony Rizzo returns from the dead, uses The Undertaker's music as walk-up song Earlier this week, Anthony Rizzo folded his ankle like a slice of New York pizza (sorry Chicago, none of the deep-dish tomato-pie sh*t.) It was a nasty injury that looked like it had the potential to be season-ending, for both Rizzo and the Chicago Cubs, who are currently in the throes of a four-way Wild Card royal rumble sans star shortstop Javier Baez, missing indefinitely with a thumb fracture. Just take a look at the footage. This was not the look of a man who was going to be playing baseball anytime. But on Thursday night, Rizzo, seemingly back from the proverbial dead, returned to the lineup for a crucial showdown with the NL Central-leading Cardinals. In the bottom of the first, he stepped to the plate to a standing ovation from the Wrigley crowd, but the surprises weren't done there. Blasting over the loudspeaker, as keen, closeted nerd ears have since discerned, was The Undertaker's WWE entrance music, which has struck fear into the hearts of giant, baby-oiled men for decades. Ladies and gentleman, this what we in the industry call "genius." https://twitter.com/Cut4/status/1174835634202140672 RELATED: WWE superstar The Miz unwinds with golf For those of you who need the CliffsNotes, The Undertaker is one of the single greatest superstars in WWE history, known for his supernatural ability to return miraculously from the dead and/or backstage at exactly the moment you least it expect it (read: the moment you most expect it.) You've probably seen the memes. Usually they go something like this: TfW wHeN MoM SaYs tHE HoT pOcKEts ArE reADy... Obviously, this move came in pretty handy for ol' Undertaker over the years, helping him to 21 consecutive WrestleMania victories between 1991 and 2014. "The Streak," as it's become known, is widely considered one of the greatest winning runs in sports history, but unfortunately Rizzo didn't have quite the same luck on Thursday night. He did manage to smack a solo homer, but ultimately the Cubs fell to the Cards 5-4 in extras, dropping out of the postseason entirely following another win for the Brewers, who, after going 7-2 since losing Christian Yelich for the season, might be this season's actual MLB Undertakers.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35679
__label__cc	0.613146	0.386854	Instagram will now let you know if something is fake news Heidi Lux We think of Instagram as a place to post artsy photos of our salads or see jealousy-inducing photos of our friend's vacations. But something more insidious has been lurking on our feeds: false information. Two weeks ago, the Senate Intelligence Committee called Instagram the "most effective tool" in manipulating elections on its report on interference in the 2016 election. In order to prepare for the 2020 election, and for the onslaught of propaganda, Instagram is launching a new feature – a false information label that will make fake news easier to detect. If you share something that might not be true, you'll get a pop up saying, "Independent fact-checkers say this post includes false information. Your post will include a notice saying it's false. Are you sure you want to share?" You can still share it, but the post will bear the false information label. instagram facebook social media fake news No, climate change protesters did not leave behind a bunch of trash, despite what a viral photo claims The global climate change strikes on Friday are said to have been the largest protest for climate change in history. An estimated four million people participated in 2,500 events across 163 countries on all seven continents. That included an estimated 300,000 Australians, but a total of zero were in Hyde Park in Sydney, despite a viral photo that claims otherwise. Australian Youth Coal Coalition, a pro-coal Facebook page, posted a photo showing trash strewn across a park after what appears to have been a large event. "Look at the mess today's climate protesters left behind in beautiful Hyde Park," the photo was captioned. "So much plastic. So much landfill. So sad." The only problem is, the photo wasn't taken after a climate change protest. It wasn't even taken in Australia. climate strike fake news viral photo	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35682
__label__wiki	0.943829	0.943829	Stories by Matthew Sainsbury The Nintendo 3DS is not a revolutionary console, but with a sturdy design and a 3D effect that does indeed work, it's a gadget that will no doubt be hugely successful. Reviews Apr 01 It's been a long time since a FPS game really clicked with me. Years ago, I enjoyed some of the classics such as Medal of Honor Frontline and the original Aliens vs. Predator. Since then, for various reasons, I've been uncomfortable with the directio... Dragon Age 2 is not Dragon Age. It seems like an obvious truism, but given the backlash Bioware's sequel has suffered, it is a statement that people seem to need reminding of. Reviews Mar 25 As a games critic, there are a few 'kisses of death' that will kill your credibility pretty quickly. There's accepting bribes for good reviews, accidentally confusing Mario and Sonic, and giving a Warriors game a positive review. Alien Breed is a franchise that's been around for a long time, and, really, it's the kind of game that will always have an audience. Shooting Aliens in confined corridors is a visceral thrill -- after all, that's what has kept the Aliens movie franch... The first-person shooter genre is oversaturated, and, moreover, virtually every publisher out there has dedicated big money to coming up with a blockbuster FPS, so it's oversaturated with quality. UPDATED: Flight Control developer, Firemint, acquires Infinite Interactive to boost range Firemint's acquisition of Infinite Interactive (of Puzzle Quest fame), creates a new large Australian ISV in the wake of the demise of Krome Studios News Jan 05 It only took a year, but Magic: The Gathering -- Duels of the Planeswalkers -- one of the most consistently popular Xbox Live online games -- has come to the PlayStation Network. For those without an Xbox, it's a must-have. Reviews Jan 05 Robots and mechs are cool. It’s a fact of life that saw the rise of Transformers, and is so ingrained in our culture that even a Michael Bay/Megan Fox tag team failed to kill our fascination with big metal things ripping into each other. Reviews Dec 16 Rabbids in Time If there’s one thing the Wii does well (or, at least, does a lot of), it’s mini-game collections. Whether it’s Mario and the gang running around a board in Mario Party, Wario getting crazy in Warioware, or the unadulterated quality of Medieval Games,... Super Mario All Stars 25th Anniversary Edition Full disclaimer in advance: I have a soft spot for Super Mario All Stars. As a youngster, the Nintendo SNES was my first console, and All Stars, bundled in the box, was the first video game I ever owned. It's a sad sign that you're getting older when you have fond memories of Tron, but your younger co-workers just give you a blank look at the name. Michael Jackson was a better dancer than singer. Thankfully Ubisoft realised this, and Michael Jackson: The Experience is a dancing game, with not a whisper of karaoke to be found. Mubi movie streaming service Keen on catching up on the latest films out of Africa? What about some classic Japanese cinema, or the 1903 version of Alice in Wonderland? It's a bit difficult to do by just wandering into a DVD store, but thanks to Mubi on the PlayStation 3, watchi... Reviews Nov 25 Blacklight: Tango Down Medal of Honour, Call of Duty: Black Ops, Front Mission Evolved, Goldeneye (if you count the Wii): there's been a wealth of very high profile first-and third-person shooters that have hit consoles in time for Christmas this year. 7 standout pieces of CES tech Put your hands up if you want a Ryzen-based take on Intel's NUC hardware Microsoft didn't win the PC turf war. Sony never showed up. ZoneAlarm Extreme Security review: Good protection in need of an overhaul	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35684
__label__wiki	0.710137	0.710137	GAS Power! Billed as the largest motoring garden party in the world attracting a record 196,000 fans over four days, the 2013 Festival of Speed in the immaculate grounds of Goodwood House at first glance seems like an unlikely place to find 20 of the world’s leading action sports stars. But nestled among the Pimms and Porsches, blazers and Bentleys, smoked salmon and McLarens, the GAS Arena was home for four days to a group of global superstars from the white-knuckle worlds of Freestyle Motocross, BMX Dirt, BMX Flatland, Mountain Bike Trials and Motorcycle Trials. Combining their spectacular skills on a purpose-built playground crafted from 7,000 tonnes of soil, the athletes from Britain, Spain, the Czech Republic, Japan, France, Germany and the USA put on a series of spectacular shows that left festival-goers open-mouthed as they went head-to-head over six FMX ramps, two BMX runs and log and rock-strewn Trials sections. GAS, or Goodwood Action Sports, made its Festival of Speed debut in 2011 when it was an instant hit. The concept is a simple one – take five amazing action sports, carefully select some of the most accomplished riders on the planet and put them together in one purpose-built arena. The result is a spectacle that rivals even the historic hillclimb the festival is built around. Since that dazzling debut GAS has continued to grow and for the 20th Anniversary of the Festival of Speed – which this year ran from July 11-14 – the jumps were bigger and the action crazier with a list of riders that read like a who’s who of the action sports world. And for the first time the athletes ventured outside their arena with two separate trials sections located among the attractions allowing the riders to take GAS into the heart of the festival. Under a blazing sun the athletes turned the heat up even higher with white-hot displays of aerial athletics that saw FMX riders including Petr Pilat, Brody Wilson and 16-year-old Spanish ‘bambino loco’ Chris Meyer back-flipping and tail-whipping their bikes 50ft above the Goodwood grounds. High on a platform in the centre of the arena Spanish BMX Flatland legend Viki Gomez performed his beautiful bicycle ballet while closer to the ground 12-time Motorcycle Trials world champion Dougie Lampkin and team-mate Alexz Wigg mixed it up with MTB Trials champions Chris Doney and Chris Akrigg to amaze fans with their sublime balance skills and explosive strength. The BMX field featured two out of the world’s current top three riders with American big-hitters Chris Doyle and Brandon Dosch stringing together incredibly technical runs over the fearsome ‘six-pack’ jump section but it was home-grown heroes Kye Forte and Jay Cowley who almost stole the headlines as day after day they took turns to unofficially break Kye’s Guinness-endorsed world BMX High Jump record of 20ft 11ins. “It’s been a lot of fun,” says Doyle. “Beautiful weather, the jumps are great, no wind, the crowd’s been amazing – it’s just been awesome. This is probably the best event I’ve done this year so far. It’s been a blast man. I didn’t have any expectations coming here because I didn’t know what the event was like and it’s just blown me away.” “Goodwood Action Sports was incredible, celebrating everything from world class BMX to jaw-dropping Freestyle motocross,” says Lord March, who opens the grounds of Goodwood House every year for the Festival of Speed. “GAS is a wonderful addition to the world class motorsport celebrated at the Festival of Speed.” fos gas 2014 FOS Gallery: Goodwood Action Sports A REAL GAS Goodwood Action Sports in pictures Festival of Speed DVD out now	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35686
__label__cc	0.505355	0.494645	Interior Secretary David Bernhardt speaks to reporters in December. Ken Ritter / AP Postal Service Floats Big Cuts to Employee Pay, Leave and Benefits Interior Still Threatening to Deny Incentives to Employees It Has Relocated West Employees have already decided if they will move, but Interior says a lack of additional appropriations from Congress could block promised financial assistance. Eric Katz Government Reorganization Senior Correspondent The Interior Department is still threatening to relocate employees without any incentive payments, more than a month after 160 employees had to decide if they would accept mandated reassignments with the promise of financial assistance. The Bureau of Land Management is still moving forward with its relocation of the agency’s headquarters and transferring of most Washington-based positions to various western locations, but has not received any additional funding from Congress for the moves. In a letter sent on New Year’s Eve to House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Rep. Raul Grijalva, D-Ariz., Interior Secretary David Bernhardt said the fiscal 2020 appropriations President Trump signed into law last month ensured “[relocation] activities continued without cessation.” “The act ensures we have the funds to complete relocating all positions identified,” Bernhardt said. Asked whether that applied to the relocation incentives worth 25% of employees’ base salaries, as well as free temporary housing in their new locations, an Interior spokesperson said the department “intends to give” impacted employees their “legally authorized compensation and incentive” but it was ultimately up to Congress “if they want to deny these benefits to our employees.” Congressional aides have told Government Executive there is no funding for BLM relocation activities in the recent appropriations measure. Employees had until Dec. 12 to decide if they would relocate or lose their jobs. BLM has not shared details on how many employees accepted their reassignments, despite Grijalva setting a Jan. 6 deadline for the information. To date, two employees have relocated with one more expected to move by the end of the month, according to a headquarters employee familiar with the figures. Employees who accepted their management-directed reassignments have until mid-March to report to their new duty stations. What also remains unclear is whether the funding standoff will affect employees accepting separation incentives from the agency. BLM received authorization to offer early retirement and buyouts of $25,000 to eligible employees. So far 19 have accepted those offers, but the Interior spokesperson would not comment on whether the agency has the funding to proceed with those payments. Dozens of additional employees have already left or are planning to leave for new jobs. Interior and Democratic lawmakers remain at odds over information related to the relocation. Grijalva sent a letter to Bernhardt last week demanding a full cost-benefit analysis and other documents used to justify the decision to move the headquarters and all but 60 of its Washington-based employees. In his New Year’s Eve letter, Bernhardt said he found Grijalva’s concerns “curious” since he had offered to personally brief the chairman. Bernhardt’s offer “is part of a pattern whereby we request data and you offer to meet for a discussion,” Grijalva said. “Your feelings about moving BLM headquarters to Colorado are clear and I do not require a meeting to discuss them. What I require is the supporting data you say you have, but will not provide.” Interior has provided a two-page spreadsheet showing the department expects to save $13 million by 2024, but has yet to give lawmakers the detailed analysis they have requested. William Perry Pendley, the official currently serving as head of BLM, recently deployed to Grand Junction, Colorado, to stand up the new headquarters. NEXT STORY: White House Tasks Agencies With Getting Injured Feds Back on the Job Faster	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35687
__label__wiki	0.886711	0.886711	Toto Wolff says Ferrari are the best based on "pure performance" by Louis Shaw Toto Wolff believes that Ferrari should be more competitive than they have been so far this season and thinks that the Italian team lost momentum after the disappointment of Bahrain and Baku. The Mercedes Boss admits that he was "worried" during Winter testing when he first saw Ferrari and thinks that it is possible for them to bounce back over the next few races. "I think somehow the momentum that Ferrari had in Bahrain was lost because they had the quickest car and they should have won the race with Leclerc," Wolff told Autosport. "Charles was the quickest guy in Baku, before his crash in qualifying, and Sebastian was in the lead in Montreal before the penalty came. So it could easily have been very different based on pure performance." During Winter testing Ferrari looked like the team to beat and Wolff admits that he did worry that Mercedes would find themselves behind them. "I was worried," Wolff admitted. "I wasn't worried about the first test, because in the first test we saw a very impressive Ferrari. "When you stood out [by the] track, you could see the braking into Turn 1, and Turns 2 and 3. They were mighty. "You could see on the track that the Ferrari was really good, but then I knew that we would bring an upgrade package that would completely change the car." Wolff seems to be suggesting that Mercedes have not been as dominant as it would be easy to assume. Ferrari have had a lot of bad luck and have made some questionable decisions in terms of strategy. Perhaps we will see the real Ferrari at the next few Grand Prix's. Follow GPblog now on Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook! FIA respond to claims of inconsistency during 2019 season Marko reveals that Red Bull could have left F1 if Austrian win was not given Honda targetting qualifying mode in catch-up bid Read more about: Toto Wolff Mercedes AMG F1 team Scuderia Ferrari Will Ferrari bounce back?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35688
__label__wiki	0.903885	0.903885	Israel's Cable TV Companies Won't Get Own News Channels Just Yet Communications minister backs down from plan to grant HOT and Yes with permits to establish own news channels; MK Shelly Yacimovich slams plan as attempt to wield power over politicians and regulators. Nati Tucker Send me email alerts for new articles by Nati Tucker Communications Minister Gilad Erdan has backed down from a plan to grant the owners of cable TV company HOT and satellite TV company Yes permits to establish their own news channels, as part of the Economic Arrangements Bill. Instead, the plan will go through the legislative process on its own. Israel's answer to Al Jazeera vows to avoid propaganda Dep. AG: HOT shouldn't broadcast i24news Labor Party chairwoman Shelly Yacimovich launched a ferocious attack Tuesday against the plan.“The news broadcasts by HOT and Yes won’t earn money,” Yacimovich wrote on her Facebook page. “The owners want them exactly for the same reason Nochi Dankner wanted [the daily newspaper] Maariv even though he knew he would lose money on it: To hold a toy in their hands, an influential tool with which they can threaten honest politicians and regulators while rewarding those who serve them; to transform the news from being democracy’s watchdog − as it should be − into an attack dog against democracy. “In a sneak move overnight − an unprecedented insertion into the Economic Arrangements Law without a tender or any public discourse − these two stood to receive from the Communications Ministry a priceless gift in the power it grants: the ability to broadcast the news,” Yacimovich wrote, referring to Patrick Drahi, the controlling shareholder of HOT, and Shaul Elovitch, the controlling shareholder of Bezeq, which owns Yes. Part of the government’s justification for granting permits for new news stations is the cutbacks in the media industry. Creating new news stations would make more workplaces for journalists whose jobs are at risk, particularly those at the floundering public broadcasters. Erdan backed down from his intention of including the bill in the Economic Arrangements Law, but in a Facebook post of his own he defended the granting of approval for the establishment of news channels by Drahi and Elovitch. “It will pass as government legislation that I’ll sponsor on behalf of the Communications Ministry in the next few months, but the essence won’t change,” he wrote. “We are intensifying the competition in the field of news. The goal: more pluralism, more opinions, more audiences who will be reflected in the media.” Erdan quoted antitrust commissioner David Gilo as saying: “There is concentration in the area of news in Israel’s television media market, and the introduction of new players could improve this problematic situation, as well as boost pluralism and the variety of opinions in the media.” Drahi has been in the process of launching an international TV news network, i24, billed as an Israeli counter to Al Jazeera. The network, based in Jaffa, intends to broadcast news in English, French and Arabic. The HOT headquarters.Ofer Vaknin Gilad ErdanOlivier Fitoussi	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35690
__label__wiki	0.552123	0.552123	Philosophy and Strategy Managing directors & Head of Division The new Kattwyk rail bridge The new Retheklappbrücke Navigation Channel Adjustment Invitations to tender Waterside access Inland waterway shipping Watercrafts operating in the port Sports boats and traditional ships Hamburg fleet Funding program for private flood defence Bridges and locks Information St. Pauli Elbtunnel Port Railway Traffic Tower Contact-Center Port cartography Press & latest news Video wall smartPORT TV Select your language version ... English German I accept the data privacy statement * Find all port traffic news All contacts in an overview All our downloads in one spot Quickly find your page 50 years of container handling Digitalization in the port Drones in the Port of Hamburg LNG & shoreside power MoNArch 5G Neuwerk: The HPA outpost in the tidal flats People at the HPA People at the HPA - Chief Electrician People at the HPA - Lecturer People at the HPA - Unexploded Ordnance Service Port Anniversary 2018 PORTrait River Church The Unexploded Ordnance Service People at HPA SHIP AHOY IN HAMBURG’S MOST MARITIME FLEET OF VEHICLES Christopher Braun und Karsten Schönewald will probably still remember the famous 70s song “Ein Schiff wird kommen” (“A ship will come”) from their youth. It is a title which takes on a particular significance in their current positions as managing directors of the Hamburg fleet. In their “fleet on the water” it is true that a ship will come as soon as their customers need one. Around 50 ships and 40 barges are provided for bareboat charter or with a crew by the 100% subsidiary of the HPA. Our interview gives an overview of how the fleet is positioned for its customers, environmental protection and for the future. Name: Karsten Schönewald Bei der HPA: since 2009 Position: Managing Director at Hamburg GmbH & Co. KG Following his studies at Kassel University, the graduate engineer and welding engineer specialist took on different roles in the infrastructure segment of Deutsche Bahn AG, most recently in management of the DB Netz AG in North Rhine-Westphalia. He joined the HPA at the end of 2009 and was responsible for the railway technology division with the management and implementation of the maintenance and replacement investments of the Hamburg port railway. At the same time he managed the Spreehafen project from 2010 to 2014 for the construction of a new, central maintenance base and the workshop for the port railway. In May 2016 he became head of the HPA fleet and at the same time was responsible for the development and implementation of the overall fleet management for the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg in his role as project manager. In July 2017 Karsten Schönewald was appointed Managing Director of the Fleet Hamburg GmbH & Co. KG. Name: Christopher Braun Position: Chairman Flotte Hamburg GmbH & Co. KG Christopher Braun has built up extensive experience in his various management positions with the Berlin and Hamburg authorities. Before he moved to the Hamburg fleet he had managed the state representation of Hamburg in the Federal government after 18 years in the Berlin Senate Chancellery. He then moved to become the Head of the Hamburg Authority for Economic Affairs, Transport and Innovation, where, as head of central administration, his responsibilities included personnel, finances and corporate investment management of the authority, among others. Christopher Braun became Chairman of the management board on 1 August 2017 and is in charge of running the company, together with his colleague from the board, Karsten Schönewald. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE HAMBURG FLEET? Christopher Braun: 'We relieve the costumers from their business concerning ship management and owning ships, so they can focus on their actual core tasks. Everybody does what he does best. The 'Flotte' uses the ships in a multifunctional way and for all costumers, so that there partly occur considerable synergies. Under certain circumstances, every costumer can access any ship. Below the line, the same or an even higher performance can be reached with less ships. The high request for availability of our costumers is always in the foreground. They benefit from higher purchasing volume as well as a paramount maintenance strategy. Transparency towards the costumers as well as a long term lasting stability of the charter rates are very important to us.' WHAT DOES BEING A FULL-SERVICE PROVIDER MEAN? Karsten Schönewald: 'Being a full-service provider means, that we offer specifically coordinated availability for each costumer. For example, we ensure that the police have their needed capacity of ships at their disposal at any time. We look after the provision of redundancy und the entire maintenance. In addition, we are able to cover peak loads like the Port Anniversary. Depending on the costumer, we offer ships including personnel or just as demise charters.' WHO DRAWS ON THE FLEETS FEATURES? Christopher Braun: 'At the moment there are various branches of the Hamburg Port Authority (especially Waterside Infrastructure, Technical Division, Port Estate and the Harbour Master’s Division), the river police, the fire department und the 'Landesbetrieb Straßen, Brücken und Gewässer LSBG'. But we also serve costumers beyond that.' WHAT WOULD YOU SUGGEST TO POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS? Christopher Braun: 'New costumers can contact our branch 'Flottenservices' to receive perfectly suiting offers and corresponding agreements on the use of ships. The existing costumers are looked after by the branches 'Flottenbetrieb' and 'Flottentechnik'. There are contacts available at any given time.' ARE THERE ANY PRECONDITIONS FOR THE UTILIZATION OF YOUR SERVICES? Christopher Braun: 'In general, we are the fleet management of all municipal ships of the Port of Hamburg. Therefore, our costumers usually are authorities, institutions and companies of the FHH. Nonetheless being part of the municipal administration is not a precondition to become a costumer.' THE FLOTTE SEES ITSELF AS A PIONEER IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? Karsten Schönewald: 'During the same time of the senate decision to found a municipal fleet management, there was a community-minded demand to align the fleet in being a pioneer in environmental protection. The Hamburg fleet faces a 5-columns-concept. It includes innovative fuels, extensive exhaust-gas aftertreatments during the construction of prospective ships as well as existing ships, further development of innovative drive concepts as well as environmentally friendly shipping operations.' WHAT DOES THE DIGITALIZATION OF WORK ROUTINES LOOK LIKE? Christopher Braun: 'In the field of digitalization we are still at the beginning. We collected all work routines of the 'Flotte', documented them and are now examining them regarding potentials for digitalization. In the field of performance recording, calculation and disposal we have already implemented IT-systems where we used to work with paper. Finally, we equipped all ships with tablets which we integrated into our new systems environment. We still see great potentials which we would like to use in the future.' WHAT’S AHEAD FOR THE HAMBURG FLEET? Karsten Schönewald: 'We continuously develop the fleet in line with demand. Our current main emphasis lies on the renovation of Hamburgs firefighting vessel fleet. We plan to put the new big firefighting vessel into operation over the course of this year. This vessel is specifically equipped for the request of the fire department and can keep up with standards of other seaports. At the same time, we began planning two more firefighting vessels which don’t only raise the fire departments efficiency but are also applicable for checks of bridges. One of these ships will be constantly occupied by the fire department, the other one will routinely carry out other tasks but can still be made available to the fire department at any given time.' Our HPA-Newsletter Select your language version ...EnglishGerman HPA on Instagram Water Drones in the Port of Hamburg Experience the most memorable moments in our video. © Hamburg Port Authority - all rights reserved	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35693
__label__cc	0.685318	0.314682	Gear: Holsters Holster Shopping for Women Eve Flanigan - September 04, 2018 Not all holsters are created equal. Aside from the safety/retention aspect, it's important to consider your daily activities, surroundings and preferred way of dressing to select the rig that's right for you. The firearm industry is practically doing backflips to meet the whims and needs of female carriers, and the number of options increases every year. But that doesn't mean every option is a good one. To be acceptable, a holster must cover the trigger guard so nothing can get in there. That means testing, or if you're shopping online, envisioning yourself carrying or wearing the holster on a typical day. Is there anything on your clothing or in your environment that could get inside the trigger guard and cause the gun to fire? For example, an economical soft-sided, belly band holster with stretchy elastic around the firearm, worn around the waist, is a safe setup for a day at the office. But when carrying my wiggly dog with his stiff toenails, it's not at all safe. Your holster must also keep the gun secure until you draw it, and the holster itself should not be able to break away or fall from its hiding place. For instance, the clipless, inside-the-waistband holster I often carry is secure in most situations, including jogging and riding a horse. But on those rare days when rock climbing or playing on gym equipment, this type of holster could allow the gun or gun and holster to fall out. In these cases I choose a different holster with retention devices. Another important consideration in holster selection is efficiency- both in deploying the gun and also the ease of donning and shedding the holster every day. Some holsters can add significant time to your routine. If you're the type who dashes toward the front door with coffee spilling from one hand, keys in the other, don't choose a holster that takes more than a few seconds to add to your daily attire. If you do, you'll end up not wearing it at all. In terms of accessibility, waist-region concealment is tops, although it often requires use of a belt, taut drawstring waistband or skin-tight spandex. A feminine profile and garb are still achievable with a holster carried inside the waistband. Popular fit-and-flare tops, in darker colors or patterns- long enough at the bottom to keep the gun hidden- are easy to clear during the draw. Ankle carry is a viable option for pants wearers who are willing and able to bend deeply or hike a leg during the draw. One of the most discreet methods is when it's worn on the inside of the support-side leg with flared or boot cut pants- a great method for people who work in close proximity to others. Plan on using a subcompact firearm for this. Garter-type thigh rigs are on the market and could appeal to dress-wearers. Retention of the entire holster and comfort, especially for women with varicose veins, could be concerns. As with any method, test this one extensively at home- with an unloaded gun- before venturing out in public. 3 Rules for Holster Selection The holster must cover the trigger guard and provide sufficient retention for your lifestyle. There is some leeway here. For instance, some soft-sided holsters that are, by themselves, insufficient in terms of protection might be acceptable under stiff fabric worn tightly- like jeans- because the fabric itself provides a stiffening layer of protection The holster has to be compatible with your daily routine. If it's too hard to put on or take off, you're less likely to wear it. The holster also has to allow you easy access to the gun while achieving a proper firing grip. If you're not comfortable packing a loaded gun in it, it's not right for you. Performance Center M&P Shield M2.0 From Smith & Wesson, the M&P Shield M2.0 is a great option for a carry gun with optics option. Ed Brown 1911 Executive Commander 9mm Review J. Scott Rupp - May 08, 2019 Available in .38 Super, 9mm and .45 ACP, the Ed Brown 1911 Executive Commander offers a... More Holsters 17 Premier Gun Holsters to Consider Brad Fitzpatrick - February 25, 2016 Gun holsters come in all different shapes, sizes and designs. Some gun holsters are more... 12 Quality Concealed Carry Holsters Brad Fitzpatrick - December 14, 2015 2015 saw the introduction of a wide range of concealed carry holsters, duty holsters and other... Comp-Tac Releases Holster Fits for New CZ P-10 Variants Handguns Online Editors - March 13, 2019 Comp-Tac has expanded many of their holsters to fit the new CZ P-10 Subcompact and CZ P-10... See More Holsters	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35696
__label__cc	0.661109	0.338891	I agree to the use of cookies and tracking mechanisms which are used to analyse my activity on this website in order to improve my user experience. Find out more. VAN/TRANSPORTER TRUCK/BUS SERVICES/TIPS Tire Labeling Evolution of Tires Functions of Tires Types of Tires Tire Structure Tire Sidewall Sizes & Specs Load & Speed Safety & Driving Tips Wet Driving ABOUT HANKOOK Proactive Culture Global Automotive Partners Driving Emotion Beyond Mobility Leveraging Our Success Formula Refining Our Competitiveness Our Growth Strategy Building Sustainable Future Sponsorship with Real Madrid C.F. Official partner of the UEFA Europa League DTM Official Partnership Kontrol Technology E-mail Print FACEBOOK Share this page to my friends. Message Information (optional) We have built a solid foundation of unsurpassable growth and from that basis we are steadily expanding through anticipating the future of the automotive industry worldwide and executing an optimal strategy to match the opportunities that lie ahead. 'Vision for 2020' We are ranked fifth in tire production capacity and seventh in sales internationally, with 30 branches and five research institutes around the world. This is a result of Hankook’s spirit of challenge, commitment, and hard work. Without breaking stride, the goal of Hankook is to lead the world’s driving industry, and become a major global player through our “Vision for 2020.” Capitalising on Economies of Scale Hankook has maximized economies of scale based on large, strategically located factories worldwide. The firm operates large-scale production operations in four nations: Korea, China, Hungary and Indonesia to supply products efficiently to over 180 nations. Hankook has expanded our production facilities in Daejeon and Geumsan, making them the world’s largest tire production facilities. With an aim to make the rapidly advancing Chinese market into another “home market” in terms of replicating the success achieved in Korea, our production facility there serves as a centerpiece for maintaining a strong position in the ever-changing region. Our plants in Hungary and Indonesia also laid the foundation to enter and thrive in new markets in the EU and ASEAN. In addition, we upgraded our supply chain management system to provide customers with the products they want, anytime and anywhere. This has served as the basis for Hankook’s sustainable growth. Brand Value Focus for Mature Markets, Market Share Growth for Emerging Markets Customizing strategies for each market is the key principle Hankook has adhered to for the last 70 years and it has proved its worth. As a relative newcomer in many markets, we are expanding our presence and enhancing our brand value through quality products and an aggressive investment strategy, while our aim in emerging markets is to increase market share where there is high potential for rapid economic development. Our plan is to expand production in regions where high demand is forecast, and foster long-term regional economic development and market dominance. Raising Capital Expenditure Strategic facility and R&D investment is the driving force behind the sustainable growth of Hankook, and our top-quality products and productive operations are the direct result. In line with this strategy, we launched production and R&D expansion at plants in Indonesia and China in 2012, and recently announced a plan to build a new R&D facility in Daejeon which shows the company’s commitment to technological leadership. In addition, we are making aggressive investment in both tangible and intangible assets such as upgraded integrated global management systems and increased human capacity. Go to Global Site Web Order Cyber Auditor	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35697
__label__cc	0.538545	0.461455	2-in-1 notebook mega shootout: Acer vs. ASUS vs. HP vs. Lenovo By Kenny Yeo - 23 Jul 2017 Page 1 of 6 - Acer Switch Alpha 12Page 2 of 6 - ASUS Transformer 3 ProPage 3 of 6 - HP Spectre x360Page 4 of 6 - Lenovo Yoga 910Page 5 of 6 - Performance BenchmarkingPage 6 of 6 - Conclusion Page 3 of 6 - HP Spectre x360 HP proved that it was serious about its consumer business earlier last year when it introduced the new Spectre notebook. It is a super thin Ultrabook that is just 10.4mm thick and weighs just 1.11kg. It also has a lovely rose gold hinge and eschews standard USB Type-A ports for three USB Type-C ports. The new updated Spectre x360 convertible notebook clearly draws its inspiration from the super sleek Spectre. There’s no gold hinge here, but it is fantastically sleek, measuring 13.9mm thick and weighing 1.29kg. It is also considerably more compact than other 13-inch convertible notebooks mainly because of its thin bezels, which are just 3.4mm on the sides. The hinge doesn’t look fancy, but it allows for the keyboard to be fold back against the display. But more importantly it is well weighted, so neither the keyboard nor display doesn’t flail about hopelessly when you are trying to use it as a tablet. Most convertible notebooks don’t feel natural when used as a tablet, but the Spectre x360 fairs quite well in this regard because it is so thin. It still feels quite odd to have the keyboard behind the display, but at least it doesn’t feel completely clumsy. The display is 13.3-inch large, which is a tad larger than the earlier two detachable notebooks we featured. However, display resolution is a mere Full-HD (1920 x 1080 pixels). That’s a tad disappointing by today’s standards, but at least it still looks reasonably sharp. Colors are pleasantly reproduced, but lacked punch and could do with more vibrancy. On the inside, the Spectre x360 gets Intel’s latest seventh generation Kaby Core processors. The Spectre comes with either the Intel Core i5-7200U (2.5GHz, 3MB L3 cache) or the powerful Intel Core i7-7500U (2.7GHz, 4MB L3 cache). Ours came with the more powerful Core i7 processor and also 16GB of RAM and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Graphics processing is handled by the Core i7 processor’s integrated Intel HD Graphics 620 integrated GPU. The Spectre x360 supports wireless 802.11ac (up to 867Mbps) and also Bluetooth 4.2. As for ports, it has a single USB 3.0 port and two USB Type-C ports that also supports Thunderbolt 3. These USB Type-C ports can therefore be used for data, video and even charging. Unfortunately, there is no SD card or even microSD card reader here. But even so, we feel that amongst all the notebooks, the Spectre x360 offers the most comprehensive selection of ports. The keyboard on the Spectre x360 is one of the best we have seen in a notebook. It is well-sized, has backlights, and is exceptionally well-judged in terms of its feel. It doesn’t feel limp or sloppy. Instead, it is firm and has a slightly higher actuation force, which makes it great for typing. The glass trackpad is accurate and responsive, but a little small for our liking. It is sufficiently wide, but a little too narrow, and that makes scrolling through long pages cumbersome. The Spectre x360 is one of the most well-rounded convertible notebooks that we have encountered. It is a solid notebook with great specifications and a wonderful keyboard. And thanks to its design and slim dimensions, it doesn’t feel unwieldy in tablet form. It isn’t perfect, however, the display isn’t the sharpest, and the lack of an SD and microSD card reader might dissuade photography enthusiasts, and the trackpad is a tad small, but even so, it is certainly one of the front-running contenders in this shootout. Tags: hp acer asus notebooks lenovo technostorm spectre x360 convertible notebooks detachable notebooks switch alpha 12 transformer 3 pro yoga 910 comex 2017 pc show 2017 cee 2017 sitex 2017 cef 2017 cee 2018 it show 2018 pc show 2018 comex 2018 sitex 2018 cef 2018 the tech show 2018 Have feedback on the article for the editorial team? You can reach out to them here.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35698
__label__cc	0.547218	0.452782	Committees- Committee Meeting Agendas & Minutes Committee Openings/Application 911 Authority Board Electrical Board Emergency Management Board Events Center Commission GF Immigrant Integration Growth Fund Committee Historical Preservation Commission Housing Authority Board Job Development Authority Mechanical Board MPO Executive Policy Board Pension & Insurance Committee Plumbing Board Special Assessment Commission GF Youth Commission+ 2016 Support Our Troops Upstander Page Government » City Leadership » Committees 1. Powers and Duties The board of zoning adjustment shall have power to grant variances in any exceptions to any of the provisions of this chapter to the extent of the following and no further. To vary or modify the strict application of any of the regulations or provisions contained in this chapter in cases in which there are no practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in the way of such strict application. No variance or modifications of the uses permitted within a district shall be allowed. To permit the extension of a district where the boundary line thereof divides a lot in one (1) ownership at the time of the passage of this chapter, but such extension of any district shall not exceed one hundred (100) feet. The granting of the variance shall be in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the regulations imposed by this chapter on the district in which it is located and shall not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare. There must be proof of unique circumstances. There must exist special circumstances or conditions, fully described in the findings, applicable to the land or buildings for which the variance is sought, which circumstances or conditions are peculiar to such land or buildings and do not apply generally to such land or buildings in the neighborhood, and which circumstances and conditions are such that the strict application of the provisions of this chapter would deprive the applicant of the reasonable use of such land or building. There must be proof of unnecessary hardship. It is not sufficient proof of hardship to show that greater profit would result if the variance were granted. Furthermore, the hardship complained of cannot be self-created; nor can it be established in this basis by one who purchases with or without knowledge of the restrictions; it must result from the application of this chapter; it must be suffered directly by the property in question; and evidence of variance granted under similar circumstances shall not be considered. That the granting of the variance is necessary for the reasonable use of the land or building and that the variance as granted by the board is the minimum variance that will accomplish this purpose. The report of the zoning board shall fully set forth the circumstances by which this chapter would deprive the applicant of any reasonable use of his land. Mere loss in value shall not justify a variance; there must be a deprivation of beneficial use of land. That the proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, substantially increase the congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish or impair property values within the adjacent neighborhood. That the granting of the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this chapter to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district. The board may prescribe any safeguard that it deems necessary to secure substantially the objectives of the regulations or provisions to which the variance applies. 2. Organization and Terms A board of adjustment is hereby established. The board shall consist of five (5) members appointed by the mayor and approved by the city council each to serve for a term of three (3) years. Vacancies occurring in said board shall be filled in a like manner. Vacancies for the unexpired term of any member shall be filled for such unexpired period only. Upon the request of the board, the city council shall appoint an alternate member who shall sit as an active member when and if a member of the board is unable to serve at any hearing. The board shall choose its own chairman and in the chair's absence an acting chairman. All meetings of the board shall be held at the call of the chairman and at such other times as the board may determine. Such chairman may administer oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses. All meetings of such board shall be open to the public. Such board shall keep minutes of its proceedings showing the vote of each member on every question. If any member is absent or fails to vote, the minutes shall indicate such fact. The concurring vote of four (4) members of the board shall be necessary to decide in favor of the applicant any matter upon which said board is required to pass under the provisions of this chapter. 3. Members Kent Anderson Term Expiration - June 24, 2022 Tom Behm Term Expiration - April 17, 2021 Stacey Kemp Del Scholer Term Expiration - May 3, 2021 Lyn Vreeland Mayor-Michael Brown Bev Collings Email Inspections Department - 746-2631 Airport Authority Board Location: Byron L. Dorgan Terminal Board Room 2301 Airport Drive For more information including an agenda, click here.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35701
__label__cc	0.699016	0.300984	SimplyHR \| Employment & Labor Blog T. Christopher Bailey Molly Batsch Amy Blaisdell Lauren Daming Katherine Fechte Lauren Harris Jill Luft Kevin McLaughlin Absence, Leave and Disability Management Background Review Class Action Lawsuit Department of Justice (DOJ) Drug Policies & Testing Employee Policies & Handbooks Employment Classification Employment Counseling & Training Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) FLSA / Wage and Hour Compliance Illinois Human Rights Act Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Act Joint Employer Medical Examinations & Treatment Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA) National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Non-Solicitation Agreements Pregnancy Discrimination Act Restrictive Covenant Agreements Right-to-Work Legislation Title VII Posts in Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Act. Amy Blaisdell Interviewed by Fox2News - Supreme Court Decision in Young v. UPS By Employment & Labor Practice Group on March 31, 2015 at 2:39 PM Amy Blaisdell was interviewed by Fox2News regarding the Supreme Court's decision in Young v. UPS, which addressed an employer's obligation to accommodate women under the federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act. Additionally, effective 1/1/2015, Illinois has a new Pregnancy Fairness Law which places additional accommodation obligations on Illinois employers. Watch the interview. Ring in the New Year - New Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Law Goes Into Effect January 1st By Amy Blaisdell on December 31, 2014 at 1:21 PM What is the Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Law? Effective January 1, 2015, the Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Law provides workplace protections to all expectant mothers, regardless of an employer’s size. The Illinois Pregnancy Fairness Law amends the Illinois Human Rights Act, adding “pregnancy” as a protected class under state law. “Pregnancy” is defined broadly to mean “pregnancy, childbirth, or other medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.” Accordingly, effective 1/1/15, the IHRA prohibits discrimination on the basis of “pregnancy” against applicants and employees and also requires employers to provide accommodations to expectant mothers to enable them to perform the job the job held or sought unless the employer can establishing that doing so would cause an undue hardship on the ordinary operation of the business. The Illinois law also prohibits retaliation against individuals who exercise their right to an accommodation under the law.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35703
__label__wiki	0.952729	0.952729	Deputy fatally shot man who stole truck, pointed a gun, Spartanburg Sheriff Wright says "The deputy did what he was supposed to do,” said Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright. Deputy fatally shot man who stole truck, pointed a gun, Spartanburg Sheriff Wright says "The deputy did what he was supposed to do,” said Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright. Check out this story on greenvilleonline.com: https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/2019/05/22/deputy-fatally-shot-man-who-stole-truck-pointed-gun-spartanburg-sc-sheriff-chuck-wright-says/3768334002/ Charles Duncan, The State Published 1:34 p.m. ET May 22, 2019 \| Updated 1:34 p.m. ET May 22, 2019 A man suspected of stealing a truck pointed a gun at a deputy before the officer fatally shot him Wednesday, according to multiple media reports. The suspect knocked on the door of a house in Inman, South Carolina, just after 5 a.m. and pointed a gun at the homeowner, demanding the keys to the man’s truck, Spartangburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright said, according to WYFF. After the man stole the truck, someone at the house called 911, Fox Carolina reports. A nearby deputy went to the scene, according to the TV station. “This gentleman came here with a gun. He was in the vehicle when our officer approached him and he gave him some commands to put the gun down, then the suspect pointed the gun at the deputy, and the deputy did what he was supposed to do,” Wright said, according to Fox Carolina. Wright said the suspect died, WYFF reported. The deputy was not injured, according to The Spartanburg Herald-Journal. “This guy got woke up early this morning with a gun pointed in his face. … I was proud of him because he didn’t shoot the bad guy too. He was just like, ‘Here take my truck,’” Wright told WSPA. The sheriff did not release the name of the deputy or the suspect, WYFF reported. South Carolina’s State Law Enforcement Division will investigate the shooting, the Herald-Journal reported, which is standard procedure when officers are involved in shootings. Read or Share this story: https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/2019/05/22/deputy-fatally-shot-man-who-stole-truck-pointed-gun-spartanburg-sc-sheriff-chuck-wright-says/3768334002/ Ask LaFleur: How is Clemson football team allowed to bypass TSA and long airport lines Oprah Winfrey Network has 'no plans' to renew John Gray TV show Traveler's Rest man charged with homicide in death of 1-year-old baby	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35705
__label__wiki	0.507095	0.507095	203.883.6116 info@greenworkslending.com How C-PACE Works What is C-PACE? C-PACE for New Construction and Gut Rehab C-PACE for Energy Efficient Upgrades C-PACE For Solar and Renewables Eligible Properties Available States It’s always exciting to start working with the next building owner and help them finance their important energy-and-money-saving projects. Lucas Johnson Lucas’ Greenworks Story Lucas previously worked in environmental conservation advocacy at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and political organizing on the Obama 2012 presidential campaign. He has an undergraduate degree from Stanford University in public policy, and dual MBA / Environmental Management degrees from Yale University. While at Yale, he researched low-income solar deployment, battery storage in power markets, and green bank finance structures. He also spent a summer during graduate school working on real estate energy efficiency at a public housing agency. An avid musician as well, Lucas writes songs, sings, plays drums, piano, and pipe organ. Lucas is passionate about addressing climate change by transitioning the energy sector to clean technologies, and is excited about the economic opportunity such a transition can create for main street businesses. He is excited to be at Greenworks, which is forging a path for businesses to obtain more affordable financing, accelerating the pace of change in the commercial real estate sector. Contact us: (203) 883-6116. © 2018 Greenworks Lending. All rights reserved.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35707
__label__wiki	0.866819	0.866819	What Happened to All the Zeppelins? By Matt Novak on at You’ve seen video of the Hindenburg disaster in New Jersey from that flame-filled day in 1937. But what about the zeppelins that didn’t crash? How did they work and what did people imagine they would do to revolutionise air travel? Humans used to imagine a future filled with these rigid aircraft zipping through the skies, but those dreams were derailed by the Hindenburg. Gizmodo’s latest video takes a look at the history of zeppelins, told through the art and artefacts of an obsessive collector in Brazil, named Jobson Figueiredo. We also examine the strange history of a docking mast in South America, the last zeppelin mast in existence. Piecing together history through these artefacts, we explore what once was, what could have been, and what might still be to come in the world of zeppelins. Matt Novak	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35712
__label__cc	0.710733	0.289267	View Specification Document \| Reading List Middle Eastern Cities, 1800-1960: Empire, Cosmopolitanism and Nationalism HIST4230 Academic Session: 2019-20 School: School of Humanities Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10) Typically Offered: Either Semester 1 or Semester 2 Available to Visiting Students: Yes Available to Erasmus Students: Yes This course takes students through the urban history of the Middle East from the nineteenth to the mid-twentieth century, focusing on the cosmopolitan port-cities that flourished in the late Ottoman period and the inland national capitals that by the end of our period had replaced them as the region's dominant cities. Through the transformations and traumas of urban life, it explores the end of the Ottoman empire, the encroachment of European colonialism, and the rise of nationalism and the modern nation-state in the region. 10x1hr lectures, 10x1hr seminars, over 10 weeks as scheduled in MyCampus. This is one of the Honours options in History and may not run every year. The options that are running this session are available in MyCampus. Requirements of Entry Available to all students fulfilling requirements for Honours entry into History, and by arrangement to visiting students or students of other Honours programmes. Essay including primary source material and critical reflection on research process (3500 words) - 60% 4 x 400 word seminar tasks to develop critical research skills - 40% Main Assessment In: April/May Are reassessment opportunities available for all summative assessments? Not applicable for Honours courses Reassessments are normally available for all courses, except those which contribute to the Honours classification. For non Honours courses, students are offered reassessment in all or any of the components of assessment if the satisfactory (threshold) grade for the overall course is not achieved at the first attempt. This is normally grade D3 for undergraduate students and grade C3 for postgraduate students. Exceptionally it may not be possible to offer reassessment of some coursework items, in which case the mark achieved at the first attempt will be counted towards the final course grade. Any such exceptions for this course are described below. This course aims to: ■ Prepare students for independent and original analysis of a complex range of evidence, including source materials, thereby developing intellectual skills that will be of benefit in a wide range of careers. Students' research capacity will be enriched by their introduction to diverse source materials and their oral and written communication skills enhanced in ways designed to address employers' expectations for highly literate and highly articulate graduates who are fully cognisant of a range of research tools. ■ Show students how a professional historian works. Students will be supported in the production of their assessed and unassessed work, and will gain first hand experience of the scoping and shaping of research projects and the challenges faced by historians in the pursuit of advances in knowledge. ■ Familiarise students, through source-criticism, with a wide range of problems of interpretation arising from different usages of language, underlying meanings and intentions, differing standards of objectivity, and the variety of purpose and intent associated with historical evidence (written, visual or other). The critical interpretation of key historiographical and theoretical debates relating to this subject will inform the close reading of sources. Provenance, perspective, context, intent and audience will be core considerations in students' interpretation of sources. ■ Ensure, through student-led discussion, that the relative validity of alternative historical interpretations is fully recognised. The seminars aim to encourage student-led learning and the facilitation of rigorous and informed debate. ■ Encourage students to develop imagination, skills and self-discipline required to master a similarly demanding brief in the future, whether in historical research or in any sphere or employment where these qualities are valuable. Students will be encouraged to reflect on the range of generic research and communication skills they are developing over the course of this course in order to align their academic and professional aspirations and competencies and encourage reflective practice. Intended Learning Outcomes of Course By the end of this course students will be able to: ■ identify the key political, social, cultural and economic changes in the life of Middle Eastern cities across the period, placing the transformation of the region's cities in the context of changes in the wider state and international order and making critical comparisons with cities elsewhere in the world ■ explain the material transformation of urban form in the region as a physical manifestation of these changes ■ critically evaluate the concept of 'cosmopolitanism' as it has been used in the study of Middle Eastern cities ■ explain the role of cities in the development of nationalist political ideologies, and the impact of nationalist politics on urban life and form ■ independently locate relevant primary materials relating to the subject, assessing the reliability of their source ■ present findings in unambiguous, concise and effective prose or verbal argument, incorporating different kinds of substantiating evidence, and engage in lively and well-grounded discussion with fellow students. Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35713
__label__wiki	0.699411	0.699411	DTC gold rush leads to the rise of holding companies by Hilary Milnes This story appears in the new issue of Digiday magazine, our quarterly print publication that’s distributed to Digiday+ members. Click here to find out more about Digiday+ and to subscribe now. The hundreds of direct-to-consumer brands that have sprung up in recent years are often painted as renegades, playing a nimble David to established brands’ sluggish Goliath. Now, these brands are starting to see the merits of scale. That’s given rise to DTC holding companies that can wring cost savings from shared services around customer support and fulfillment, while providing a more efficient means of customer acquisition that has been the lifeblood of upstart brands. There are distinct benefits at scale within holding companies: A power-in-numbers approach leads to a bigger voice that commands more attention when dealing with larger entities like Shopify, Google and Facebook; technology like machine learning and e-commerce capabilities can also be shared across brand backends. As expensive utilities like free returns and fast shipping become table stakes, brands need all the support they can get. So, the great disintermediation of consumer brands is heading toward a great re-clumping. Retail is no easy business. Margins are thin, competition is dense, customers are fickle and raising VC money while it is flowing into direct-to-consumer businesses is a tempting path that can turn dark quickly. Consider the dearth of successful exits in the heavily VC-funded direct-to-consumer brand category. In 2016, Unilever bought Dollar Shave Club for $1 billion, a healthy payout for investors that poured a total of $163 million into the subscription razor company. Bonobos sold to Walmart in 2017 for $310 million, barely double its total fundraising of $128 million. Andy Dunn, the founder of Bonobos who was CEO at the time of the Walmart acquisition, says that his company was a few days away from signing a deal for another round of private equity when Walmart, which had acquired e-commerce marketplace Jet.com a year earlier, came knocking. At the time, Dunn had his sights set on an IPO, but needed to raise more money to get there, and it was stressful. “With Walmart, we get a safe and permanent home, which is not to be underestimated,” says Dunn. “Building a standalone brand is incredibly hard and going for an IPO with economy swings and quarterly results — you have a couple bad quarters and your stock gets destroyed. We wanted a safe home with a longtime view, rather than be beholden to quarterly earnings.” Dunn is now the svp of digital brands for Walmart e-commerce, and oversees other brand acquisitions, which have included online retailers Modcloth, Eloquii and Moosejaw. The goal is to build the “LVMH of digital brands,” which, if designed to reflect LVMH’s business model, would mean a group of brands, vertically integrated within LVMH’s supply chain, that benefit from synergies across shared logistical resources, while still allowing room to breathe. On a call with investors for its fourth-quarter financial earnings results, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said that the company was being aggressive in identifying companies to acquire, and looking for brands that would bring new assortments and repetitive customer behavior to the table. There’s more to it than Walmart vacuuming up smaller brands as it rebuilds its digital image for the Amazon age. Scrappier companies more closely aligned to the DTC spirit are popping up to offer a non-Walmart approach to the new-age holding company: Assembled Brands, founded by Adam Pritzker, is a collection of fashion brands that gives companies working capital and access to e-commerce, supply chain, marketing and fulfillment resources. Resonance is a venture operating and holding company that provides a similar backdrop for designers, telling them to design the clothing and the company will take care of the business legwork in the meantime. Digital Brands Group is a nascent holding company built off of the back of DTC denim brand DSTLD, co-founded by Mark Lynn and Corey Epstein. “We think it will be easier to build five $50 to $100-million brands than it is to build one $1-billion-dollar brand,” says Lynn. “We’ve done the work to prove we can launch brands, the next step is proving that we can acquire brands.” As Lynn describes it, the road to a rut for a VC-backed DTC brand starts as soon as big, triple-digit year-over-year growth rates start to taper off, as early adopter buzz dies downs and Facebook campaigns get less traction. “If you have a 30-percent growth year as a public retail company, you’re a darling. To a VC, you’re out of gas,” Lynn says. Raising more money could cut a Series C valuation to half of what it was at Series A. Public perception of a booming startup starts to slip, and employees might head off for new gigs. Holding companies can help startups, that have proven there are customers for what they are selling, get past the hump that usually kicks in around $100 million in sales. “The way to survive today is be capital efficient — skip the era where you’re buying customers through Facebook marketing and focus on products,” says Dunn. Within Walmart’s digital brands group, the company’s massive marketing and advertising platform is built in. With shared customer data resources across brands, they can also target new customers more efficiently. “Not everyone is going to survive, but a brand can die off that had viability. We believe a roll-up makes sense for brands that could make it, but may not have the chance to because of idiosyncratic reasons.” Joining forces could also mean that a direct-to-consumer brand can avoid scraping the barrel to find new paths to scale, like selling on Amazon or Target, expanding into more and more product categories or discounting — retail strategies that they set out to avoid. But the need for DTC-brand holding companies, a decidedly not digital or new-age idea, speaks to the limitations of the individual brand era. MORE FROM GLOSSY ON FASHION 'Stay humble, but raise the bar': Goop and Farfetch investor Felix Capital plots its next steps Fashion is linking with travel to offer customers new convenience The leggings war heats up, as more fashion brands move into activewear Post-bankruptcy, David's Bridal inches into digital with customer service chatbots	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35718
__label__wiki	0.723723	0.723723	Montella reveals reason behind poor AC Milan performance 5:10 pm AEST 21/9/17 After needing two penalties to see off SPAL, the Rossoneri boss was quick to point out his side's busy fixture list AC Milan head coach Vincenzo Montella blamed his side's packed schedule for their sluggish performance in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Serie A newcomers SPAL. Milan relied on penalties in either half from recruits Ricardo Rodriguez and Franck Kessie to see off a stubborn SPAL side, who offered next to no attacking threat of their own at San Siro midweek. Montella, however, was quick to point out that Milan have played four games in 10 days, and recognises that performances like this can happen when players are tired. Setien & Messi bring Barcelona back to the future 'We're gonna win the league!' - Liverpool and Man Utd are rivals but no longer equals "A mature team understands that we are at the fourth game in a few days and was to be treated differently by the players," he told Milan TV. "It is a precious and well-deserved victory, but we have to play with more continuity for the 90 minutes. "It was not easy as SPAL played with great order, but the team were always in the game and know what to do, even in defence."	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35720
__label__wiki	0.987135	0.987135	Fans can slap me if I say no to taking a picture, says former Chelsea man Kalas Sean Wilson The Czech defender has promised to give his time to the people of his new home Former Chelsea defender Tomas Kalas has said that fans can 'slap him' if he refuses to take a picture with them after joining Bristol City permanently. The 26-year-old centre-half spent last season on loan with the Robins - his seventh temporary move since joining Chelsea in 2010. Kalas has finally ended a nine-year association with the Blues to make a permanent home in Bristol, where he made 38 Championship appearances as a key part of the side's defence and wants to show his appreciation to the fans. "In Bristol it's a nice atmosphere everywhere you go," Kalas told the Bristol Post. "Nowadays loads of people know me now so it's making it quite tough again. "But as long as somebody isn't rude like one of today's kids. I signed their shirt and they said, 'great own goal' [against Crystal Palace on Saturday] ... in that moment you would rip that shirt off them! "As long as they ask politely, I've never said no (to signing an autograph) and I'll never do that unless somebody says, as a direct order, 'sign my shirt, take a picture with me' then I don't really hear that. "But if somebody says please, because that's what my father taught me, say hi to everyone who says hi, say please to anybody who says please. "If somebody says, 'please can we take a picture' - if I say no then they can slap me." The central defender says he chose to make his temporary move to Bristol City permanent due to the interest they showed in him even after his loan move expired. “For me, personally, it was quite a successful season and the interest was there from Bristol City, the manager and the fans, especially, the whole summer,” Kalas continued “So that made the decision that much easier - the decision if I should wait for somebody else or shall I sign for Bristol as a first choice. “I just wanted to get it done and dusted and find the club I can finally play for and dedicate whatever it takes on and off the pitch to one and only club; not always be on loans and try my best for the club that never takes me or never shows interest after certain successful seasons. “They still showed the interest and that's what I really appreciate.”	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35721
__label__wiki	0.841581	0.841581	Inter close in on Giroud signing after agreeing personal terms with Chelsea striker Nizaar Kinsella Chelsea correspondent The Blues are ready to let the Frenchman go but are negotiating the fee, with the Serie A club hopeful of paying less than the €7m asking price Inter are hoping to finalise a deal with Chelsea to sign Olivier Giroud after agreeing personal terms with the striker. The Frenchman will sign a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Serie A title hopefuls, with there the hope that an agreement can be struck over the weekend. Under the terms of the deal, Giroud would see his Chelsea wages matched by Inter, with an initial salary of €4 million to drop to €3.5m for the following two seasons. Frank Lampard's side are asking for around €7m for the striker, who has less than six months on his current contract, but Inter have so far offered only €5m with add-ons. The Nerazzurri are expected to beat a host of other clubs to Giroud's signature, with the former Arsenal striker having rejected Aston Villa, while Bordeaux and Lyon struggled to agree on terms with the France international. Giroud is keen to escape Stamford Bridge after becoming surplus to requirements under Lampard, while he harbours ambitions to make his country's Euro 2020 squad after winning the World Cup at the last major tournament. He has made just seven appearances for the Blues this season which has led to calls from France manager Didier Deschamps for his striker to find a move away from west London. Lampard has publicly admitted that Chelsea don't need a replacement lined up to be able to sell Giroud, with Tammy Abraham continuing his good form and Michy Batshuayi operating as a back-up option. "Not necessarily," Lampard said when asked if he needs a new forward to be able to offload Giroud . "Well listen, I think everyone is talking about it so I am not going to beat around the bush. I think his agent has spoken to the club [Inter] but until we decide it is the right thing, then it is not done." Giroud's agent Michael Manuello is due back in Milan on Thursday in the hope that the final details of the move can be resolved in the coming days. Chelsea have grown frustrated in their pursuit of new signings themselves with no deals imminent despite seeing their transfer ban lifted by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Lyon have issued a second statement to suggest that Moussa Dembele is not for sale as the Blues continue to be interested in a January move. “We have not changed our mind on Dembele," Jean Michel Aulas told RMC Sport . "Moussa is an excellent player. He's a player we need. It is not a question of money. Moussa will be with us until the end of the season." Further Blues targets include RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner and Dortmund star Jadon Sancho, but they are both off the market in the winter transfer window. Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha is another player that Chelsea like but the asking price of £80m ($104m) is putting off potential suitors.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35722
__label__cc	0.611746	0.388254	Hertz Car Sales Houston Directions Houston, TX 77094 Mileage 45,634 miles • Exterior Color Blue Streak • Interior Color BLA • MPG Range 28.0/39.0 • Drive Line Front-wheel Drive • Location Hertz Car Sales Houston Location Houston TX Mileage 39,542 miles • Exterior Color Gray,Predawn • Interior Color BLA • MPG Range 28.0/39.0 • Drive Line Front-wheel Drive • Location Hertz Car Sales Houston Location Houston TX Houston, TX 77094 Welcome to Hertz Car Sales Houston Learn More About And Shop For the Toyota Camry in Houston There's a reason that the Toyota Camry is a top-seller in the sedan market. Actually, there's a few. With unmatched reliability, excellent fuel-economy, and a quiet, smooth drive, what more could you ask for in this well-priced car? The sleek elegance of the exterior matches the comfort and innovation of the interior so you'll never get tired of driving the Camry! Why Should You Drive a Toyota Camry in Houston, TX? Knowing that you can rely on the next car you buy for years to come is a relaxing feeling. Not only will the Toyota Camry last that long, but it will remain nearly as low-maintenance and high-quality as the day you bought it! This sedan is renowned for its durability, and combined with its fuel-economy it becomes a very cost-efficient vehicle. Choose from a 2.5-liter 4 cylinder or a 3.5 liter V6 engine, depending on your performance preferences. As for features, all trims come standard with USB inputs, Bluetooth compatibility, and Toyota's STAR safety system, among others. From there you can choose to add a power moonroof, navigation, premium audio, and so much more. If you don't see the exact Camry for you in our selection above, check back soon because our inventory is constantly changing. You can take a look at all of our Toyota cars for sale in Houston to find a similar model, or give us a call for more information!	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35727
__label__wiki	0.881527	0.881527	harveycountyroots@cox.net County Resources Memorial Database Our Tragic Stories Police Court Family Quarrels Unwanted Children Fights With Others Robbed & Killed Meaningless Motives Connected Murders Gunshot Accidents Roadside Crosses Roadside Memorials Horse & Buggy Roadside Remains Alcohol & Prohibition HCGS Indexes Orville Schmidt by Darren McMannis \| Apr 9, 2018 \| Motor Vehicle \| 0 comments Highway 50 at Meridian Road / One Newton man was declared dead after a two-vehicle accident on U.S. 50 April 9. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, at 2:52 p.m. April 9 a passenger car driven by Orville Schmidt, 67, Newton, was eastbound on U-50 at mile marker 270 when it crossed the center line to the left, colliding with 2000 Freightliner semi driven by Jose Catarino, 65, of El Paso, Texas, which was westbound. The car rolled and came to rest facing northbound in the eastbound lane. The semi came to rest on the right shoulder on westbound U-50. Schmidt was taken to Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita, where he was declared dead. His passenger, Nancy A. Schmidt, 75, was also taken to St. Francis with injuries. Catarino was uninjured in the accident. (The Newton Kansan, Newton Kansas. April 10, 2018). Orville A. Schmidt, 77, died Monday (April 9, 2018) at Via Christi Regional Medical Center-St. Francis Campus in Wichita following an automobile accident. He was born on Nov. 5, 1940, in Goessel, the son of Arnold T. and Marie Flaming. Orville attended Greenville School in West Branch Township and graduated from Goessel High School. He married Nancy Ann Franz on June 2, 1962, at Grace Hill Mennonite Church in rural Newton. They lived in the Elbing area for many years until moving to Newton within the past year. Orville had been a welder at AGCO, biomedical engineer, maintenance worker and electrical repairman. Survivors include his wife, Nancy of Newton; son, Russell Schmidt of Wichita; daughters, Jennine Busenitz and husband Sam of Elbing and Missy Richardson and husband Chris of Newton; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Orville is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Virgil Paul Schmidt and Arlo David Schmidt; and sisters, Wilma Schmidt and Luella Schmidt. Graveside services and interment will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday (April 16, 2018) at the Grace Hill Church Cemetery, rural Whitewater, followed by memorial services at 11 a.m. at the Newton Bible Church in Newton. The family will receive friends between 3 and 5 p.m. on Sunday (April 15, 2018) at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton. A memorial has been established with the Gideons, Berean Academy and the Child Evangelism Fellowship of Kansas, Camp Good News in Hutchinson. Contributions may be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 120 E. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114. Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton. (Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton Kansas. April 10, 2018).	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35736
__label__wiki	0.810678	0.810678	Blood, Heart and Circulation Bones and Muscles Drugs Approvals and Trials Eyes and Vision Genetics and Birth Defects Life style and Fitness Medical Breakthroughs Metabolic Problems Oral and Dental Health Skin, Hair and Nails Surgery and Rehabilitation UBM Medica Privacy Policy 11:37am Monday 20 January 2020 Our Newsletter Subscribe! MRI could predict Alzheimer’s disease, improving treatment 1:18 January 13, 2015 Scientists at the University of Queensland have discovered that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) could be used to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The discovery could greatly improve outcomes for Alzheimer’s patients, as early diagnosis could increase the effectiveness of drug treatments. The study, led by Associate Professor Elizabeth Coulson of UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute, found that people with a shrinking basal forebrain were seven-times more likely to have worsened cognitive function within 18 months. “Existing Alzheimer’s disease drugs try to enhance the function of the degenerating basal forebrain, but often too much damage is already done by the time drugs are administered,” Associate Professor Coulson said. “Early diagnosis is important for being able to treat people with Alzheimer’s disease earlier, and work out a personal treatment course for them. “If we can give the existing drugs to people earlier, when they first display evidence of a decline in their basal forebrain, even perhaps before they are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, then hopefully those drugs will be more effective.” More than 330,000 Australians suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and are primarily treated with cholinergic drugs that target the basal forebrain, which degenerates with the condition. Lead author and QBI PhD student Georg Kerbler said the study used data from the CSIRO’s Australian Imaging, Biomarkers and Lifestyle Flagship Study of Ageing. They analysed data involving more than 220 elderly people, including 145 healthy people, 40 showing mild cognitive impairment, and 38 with Alzheimer’s disease. “We’re now working on validating these findings so a method to assess basal forebrain dysfunction can be rolled out into hospitals in the future,” Mr Kerbler said. “Our MRI method is currently a specialised research tool, and routine diagnosis needs to be performed in hospital MRI departments.” Large clinical trials have found that the effects of cholinergic drugs used to treat Alzheimer’s disease are often transient and mild; but some patients appear to benefit from them for many years. Geriatrician and Prince Charles Hospital Internal Medicine Services Head of Research Dr Eamonn Eeles, said the outcomes of using such drugs could be improved if they were given to patients earlier. The study, published in the journal Neuroimage: Clinical, was supported by funding from a Queensland State Government National and International Research Alliances Program grant and ANZ Trustees, and was a collaboration between QBI, CSIRO, Austin Health Melbourne and the University of Melbourne. Media: Darius Koreis, +61 7 3346 6353, d.koreis@uq.edu.au; Associate Professor Elizabeth Coulson, +61 7 3346 6392, e.coulson@uq.edu.au. 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__label__wiki	0.781959	0.781959	The biggest announcements of the 2018 WWDC event Paul Morris Apple’s twenty-ninth WWDC opening keynote has been and gone. It came with the usual fanfare from the over 5,000 developers in attendance, and, of course, the watchful eyes of the world’s tech media who were there to try and pick apart every single announcement made by Tim Cook’s trusted team. Does the future look bright for Apple? Did Apple’s announcements and introductions match, or even surpass Google’s unveilings during the relatively recent 2018 I/O Conference? Let’s take a look at what Apple brought to San Jose and find out. The Next-Generation of iOS: iOS 12 We already had an inkling that iOS 12 was going to be about stability and performance improvements rather than wholesale changes and the introduction of a whopping new never-ending list of features. Apple confirmed that on the WWDC stage. With iOS 12 support all the way back as far as iPhone 5s, Apple is looking to deliver performance and speed, even on older hardware which many would have expected to be cast into the ether by now. As far as those improvements go, Apple appears to have focused on areas that the average user will interact with on a daily basis. Keyboards on all hardware should now launch 50% faster than in iOS 11. The native camera should load and be ready for action up to 70% faster. And applications - which are the key things that device owners interact with on a continuous basis - should be executed and load up to 40% faster over the previous version of iOS. It’s likely that those numbers won’t fire over into real-world usage for all users on all supported devices, but it’s a pretty impressive achievement nonetheless considering iOS 12 supports the same devices as iOS 11. iOS 12 also brings a focus to other areas of the platform. The native Photos application has had some love and attention paid to it with the introduction of a new smarter search functionality as well as a brand new ‘For You’ tab which makes intelligent suggestions based on photographs which have been saved. These suggestions could take form of creating a looped image out of a collection of images, which is likely made possible by Apple’s acquisition of the Workflow app and team. The company’s intelligent digital assistant, Siri, has also been given additional intelligence in the form of a new feature called ‘Shortcuts’. This new feature will allow third-party developers to build workflows into their apps which utilise Siri via SiriKit to provide bespoke voice services to app users. Apple used the Bluetooth-based Tile tracker as an example of Shortcuts, showing how a simple voice command could start the process of locating an item tagged with a Tile tracker. The possibilities for this are almost endless as developers look to bring this feature into their apps. Siri will now also have the ability to make suggestions directly within the lock screen and can provide local recommendations or even inform colleagues when you’re running late for a meeting. In iOS 11 and iPhone X, there was Animoji. In iOS 12, believe it or not, there is Memoji, which is a personalised emoji experience that allows you to create a character that is meant to resemble you and then shared over Messages. This is basically Bitmoji built directly into iOS 12. In slightly smaller iOS 12 news, the native Stocks and News apps are now being combined into a single experience, and Apple is bringing a version of the Stocks app to the larger screen with a native iPad offering. FaceTime is also getting the update that we’ve been expecting for quite some time thanks to support for group calling with up to 32 people, as well as a redesigned UI to assist with this greater number of individuals in a call at any given time. Support for original Apple Watch Ends: watchOS 5 watchOS 5 is here, and with it sees the end of an era for the original Apple Watch, which is still attributed with bringing about a revolution in the wearable market. As you might expect, for the devices that watchOS 5 does support, fitness and tracking is a big part of the new experience. Challenges can be issued to groups of friends, yoga exercises are now able to be tracked based on the heart rate picked up by Apple Watch running watchOS 5, hiking exercises make use of the user’s heart rate and current altitude, and running workouts got a lot smarter and more capable. If you are a runner who likes nothing more than to pound the tarmac, then Apple Watch with watchOS 5 will help pace those runs more intelligently. Apple has also answered calls by bringing support for the Podcasts app to Apple Watch with watchOS 5, as well as bringing amazing walkie-talkie style functionality over WiFi and Cellular. The future is officially here! macOS 10.14 Mojave macOS is no longer about mountains. Apple has shifted focus to the desert, and we can’t say that Mac owners will be disappointed. First and foremost, we already knew this was coming, but we have a gorgeous new Dark Mode in macOS Mojave which immediately transforms the visuals of the platform. All of Apple’s first-party apps will be updated to support this new mode. Apple is also looking to give Mojave the power needed to tidy up and arrange a Mac’s desktop with something it is calling Desktop Stacks. This will take icons that it deems to be related and put them into organised piles which can be expanded with a simple click. Gestures and scrolling will also work on this pile of icons. This idea of automation and workflows also makes it into macOS 10.14, such as adding a watermark to a PDF with a simple click as well as the introduction of more enhanced control over screenshots. Stocks will also be coming to macOS, so great news for financial fans on Mac and iPad. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, but Apple is also bringing additional security and privacy settings to Safari. Social media sites, such as Facebook, will no longer be able to simply drop cookies onto a machine anymore. Fingerprinting will also be much more difficult, meaning that less than honourable advertising firms will need to try much harder to track a machine from site-to-site. Notably, this will also be present in iOS 12 as well as macOS 10.14. Apple TV gets louder: tvOS 12 The headline news from Apple's latest tvOS version would be support for Dolby Atmos sound when it rolls out in Autumn. Delivering a more immersive audio experience than previously supported sound formats, it looks set to be a popular addition. It would appear Apple is keen to begin making Apple TV experiences more immersive as, in addition to the above, the company also announced tvOS 12 would also allow for integration with HomeKit-based home control systems. Elsewhere, upgrades focused on removing friction from Apple TV experiences. Zero Sign-In will eliminate the need for app authentication on your home network, Apple TV Remote has been added to the Control Center on iPhone and iPad, and those with Apple TV 4K and 4th Generation boxes will be able to enjoy the option to 'autofill' passwords via iPhones and iPads. 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__label__wiki	0.548713	0.548713	How can bookmakers improve their digital offering? Dale Jones With the introduction of caps on fixed odds betting terminals in the UK and sports betting finally made legal in the United States, the future of gambling appears somewhat erratic. Here, we explain why bookmakers should focus on getting to know their customer if they're to protect themselves during a time of potential uncertainty. Recent times have been pretty significant in the gambling industry. UK operators were dealt a blow when the government revealed that the maximum stake on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals (FOBT) is likely to be reduced dramatically, from £100 to £2, when parliament gather to vote on the matter in 2019. Gambling in the United Kingdom is more popular than ever before, down in no small part to the sector's warm embrace of mobile and web. Spend amongst customers is increasing, with The Guardian's 2017 item revealing an annual spend of £13.8bn - almost £2bn of which came from FOBT’s. On an international scale, the future is exciting for operators, too, as opportunity begins to open up in the gargantuan market that is the United States, where states have recently been granted permission to make sports betting legal. Roulette is amongst the most popular virtual games in FOBTs. Though money-makers, the systems are not without their critics. Indeed, in 2013, the City of Liverpool’s council voted to ban FOBTs from betting premises, while the decision to reduce the maximum stake arrives only after a 15-year campaign. And more recently Sports Minister, Tracey Crouch, resigned in response to news that the introduction of FOBT limits would be delayed. Much like the unpredictable nature of gambling itself, that was a decision that later overturned in November 2018, rendering the drama needless. Time to change? In spite of a cap being well-supported by gambling charities, there are still calls for the industry to further clean up its act, with the introduction of the 'minimum bet rule' that is proving a hit in Australia a popular request. The rule would force bookmakers to match all bets placed (to a publicly-advertised maximum liability). Currently, bookies are free to refuse bets from punters. Contrary to ensuring they match all bets, PaddyPower has just revealed a new AI-powered system that recognises handwriting to identify customers, track their win/loss and decide if they've already taken too much money off them. If you have, bookmakers are free to refuse to leave themselves liable and reject your bet. The above rule would change that, creating a more transparent environment where all bets were accepted. The Association of British Bookmakers are unhappy with FOBT Limits. Image credit: William Hill. The request is another that is unlikely to be welcomed by gambling companies however. The Association of British Bookmakers had already warned of job losses and shop closures if FOBT stake changes are introduced, and quickly fired back at the recent decision, warning that limits wouldn't solve the problem of gambling addiction, instead simply shifting the preferred method of betting. If you're seeking more examples of where the sector has taken a bit of a kicking from the media, you won't need to look far. A 2013 report revealed that bookmakers are more likely to be located in areas of 'high deprivation' - leading to accusations that companies are targeting those most vulnerable. And though mobile and web gambling has made it easier than ever to place wagers, that is particularly dangerous for those who do have an addiction. The industry's self-exclusion scheme has come under fire, with those who'd opted to do so reporting they could open new online accounts with relative ease. Emerging technologies in gambling: who wins? Greg Knight, Managing Director of UK chain Jenningsbet, describes the FOBT announcement as a "chance for the retail betting industry to go back to its roots", and that this meant "a more collaborative and healthy relationship with horse and greyhound racing". Knowledge gathered during my six months of experience as a cashier in a William Hill probably don't match Mr. Knight's understanding of the sector, but I can't help but feel the statement is naive. Personally, I think it's fair to state that perception of the industry is currently questionable at best. Rather than focusing on the next gamble they want the punter to take, could now not be an opportunity to 'reset' how the industry is perceived? William Hill reported losses of almost £75m in 2018, but continue to invest in their online presence. Image credit: William Hill. Research we carried out in May 2018 revealed SkyBet to be the favourite mobile gambling platform of hedgehog lab employees. Though the company have previously been penalised for failing to protect vulnerable customers, they're arguably the first to have shown their hand in becoming more pro-active. The company have been prominent in promoting responsible gambling, and recently committed £1m to educate the English Football League around the topic. However, the same research also revealed overall dissatisfaction with mobile offerings in the sector. One respondent noted that: "Gambling apps are filled with UX dark patterns". In fact, it quickly emerged that most find current platforms challenging to use, with the majority of participants telling us that bookies fail to present information on-screen in a way that is meaningful to them. A quick mock-up exploring how conversational UX and AI could be used to improve user experiences in mobile betting. It strikes me then that the opportunity in the rise of AI is not in creating more ethically questionable practices like limiting customers. The future of AI in gambling, and maybe even gambling itself, comes in meeting the desires of the customer. Surely this is the only way everybody wins? What do the bookies think?: To get more insight into the (perhaps illogical) quandary, I got in touch with Max Andrew, Founder of the exciting new platform, betsharp. The market's latest entrant is seeking to disrupt the big names, empowering customers through a streamlined betting experience, access to credible tips and the ability to view detailed statistics of your own betting. Could you start by giving us a description of what betsharp is, and how the idea came about? “The idea behind betsharp is simply about giving more control to the punter. At the moment, there’s actually very little of that going on in the major apps. Even at a basic level, the betting experience is clunky and not particularly intuitive. "Most current options are also completely separated from the offerings of tipsters. In my own experience, I always used to spend time reading up on tipsters, but beyond their own back-patting, I could never verify how good they were. A lot also like to be paid online via card, which was something else I wasn't keen on. "I wanted a way of finding the best tips, integrated into a betting experience that is far better than what is out there currently. I wanted to see how well I did, how well I do in certain sports, on certain teams, bet types and more - but I couldn’t get any of this information from the major bookmakers. betsharp is available on iOS. Subscribe to be the first to hear when it is available... "So that's precisely what we've gone about creating. In one line, betsharp is a smarter betting experience with better tips from proven winners. "We've also got exciting plans for the future that include the addition of more social elements as well as experiences based on data we collect around individual sessions, and the subsequent use of AI to tailor our offering to the user. "There have been small updates to other apps that do make things that little bit tidier, but there’s never been a true change in the way they view and approach user experiences." Can you expand on your thoughts on the current approach of major bookmakers concerning the experiences they deliver?: “For me, it's underwhelming. Not just regarding front-facing experiences, which are always disjointed but also in the stories you hear about customers being 'caught out' by sneaky terms and conditions. "Nevertheless, most surprising for me is that billion-pound companies can't put together a sleek app. On a personal level, I used to enjoy gambling, but I've never found the experience of placing a bet enjoyable. "I don't think having happy customers and profit have to be mutually exclusive. It's a difficult one, but I don't doubt for a second that you can improve customer experiences while making money." And what are your thoughts on the current state of the industry? “Brick and mortar looks very difficult for bookies at the minute. If you compare Bet365 to William Hill, where one is solely digital, and the other has massive street presence, there is one that is clearly feeling that. “I do think the gambling industry is headed to move pretty much entirely online. A lot of stores have relied on FOBTs to generate the bulk of their income, and with a new cap, their income will take a hit. William Hill believe over 900 stores will become unprofitable following FOBT limits. Image credit: William Hill. “It's also worth noting that the audience for betting doesn't have the same characteristics of previous generations. The modern punter is usually a lot younger - a young professional, usually not someone who'll stake vast amounts at any one time, and someone who will bet only on sports they like and/or they’re watching. "For these punters, it's more of a recreational activity. Previously, gambling might have been seen as a life-changing opportunity. For me, that's a shift that I don’t think has been seen by the people at the top of these companies.” In which case, do you think there's room for disruption in the sector, or will the status quo remain? “Personally, I think there’s enormous room for disruption in the industry. It’s always been a slow-moving industry, where nothing major seems to have changed. Even though there are only a couple of start-ups popping up, it looks as though it’s going to be changed dramatically. “Of course, it won't be easy because brands like William Hill have been around for years, but once we get over that trust barrier, I think we’ll see a lot of disruption." Why investing in customers is the progressive bet: If all of the above shows anything, it's that talk of integrating emerging technologies into gambling experiences is actually way premature. Though customers will likely be more excited by betsharp's customer-first plans to utilise AI over Paddy Power's more defensive intentions, there has to be an industry-wide realisation that nobody is even getting the most out of mobile yet. I'm a long-time admirer of Paddy's marketing department, yet I can't help but raise an eyebrow as high as The Rock's when their latest TV advert comes on. Claims of substantial investment to make their app "top of the league" are hugely misguided. What the company have actually done is plunged money into their app to make it faster. Our research revealed gambling apps to be hotbeds for fragmented user experiences. That betsharp was born as a response to this only further validates the finding. Perhaps the most startling discovery in writing this blog is that the sector's most prominent names just don't know their customers. The good folks of Paddy Power Betfair would do well to read around why starting with the solution is foolish. Customers undoubtedly want a better app - but was speed ever really the problem they wanted to be solved? I'd love to be proven wrong, but having loaded their app up myself and tried navigating through a few markets, I can't help but feel the decision reeks of internal assumption, not detailed user research. It seems then that there is still quite substantial room for improvement in mobile offerings from those in the sector. Unless big players begin to put their customers first and dedicate resources to getting to know them, they're gambling with their own future. We'd like to thank Max Andrew for kindly dedicating his time to provide us with his thoughts. betsharp is available on iOS. For updates on the platform, follow them on Twitter and like their Facebook page. Share your gambling app frustrations with us over on Twitter, @Dale__Jones & @hedgehoglab. You can bet we've made an incredible blog exploring technology's rise in sport...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35742
__label__wiki	0.754515	0.754515	What Is Cotton Candy? and Other State Fair Food Mysteries What Is Co... An Oreo is already pretty great on its own - who in their right mind would think to fry one of these sandwich cookies? The first deep-fried Oreos were invented by Charlie Boghosian, aka "The Man Who Fries Everything," in 2002 at the Los Angeles County Fair. He fried them pretty much just for the sake of, well, frying everything. The Oreo was first dipped in pancake batter, then deep-fried, drizzled with chocolate and coated in powdered sugar. The Oreo was just one of many, many foods Boghosian fried, though it is perhaps the one with the most lasting popularity. What is cotton candy? Cotton candy is a sugar-spun confection you can find at almost any state fair. It gets its name because of its cotton ball-like appearance and texture, which immediately dissolves into a sticky, grainy mess when you take a bite. But just how do they make it so fluffy? It's made of pure sugar mixed with food coloring. The texture of spun sugar comes from a process of continuous heating and cooling, where heated liquid sugar is spun through tiny holes to create miniscule strings and then rapidly cooled. The result? That spidery, sweet web you all know so well. Believe it or not, cotton candy was invented by a dentist. What is a hot beef sundae? If you're from the Midwest, you probably know this iconic Iowan food. But if not, wait a hot minute before you turn up your nose at the name. A hot beef sundae doesn't involve any ice cream, though it does involve a few heaps of beef. It's meant to mimic the look of a sundae, with mashed potato scoops as the first layer topped with hot roast beef and gravy (acting as "chocolate sauce"). The "sundae" is then topped with the Midwestern staples shredded cheddar cheese (acting as "sprinkles") and sour cream (as "whipped cream"). The dish is finished with a cherry tomato on top. This savory dish has been served at the Iowa State Fair for ages. Jamie D./Yelp How do you deep-fry butter before it melts? Deep-fried butter is a relatively new phenomenon, invented by "Fried Jesus" Abel Gonzales Jr. at the State Fair of Texas for a competition. But just how do you fry butter when it's a liquid at higher temperatures? Fried Jesus didn't need a miracle to make this state fair food happen. He simply used frozen, battered balls of butter and fried them quickly enough to create an outer shell. However, the butter mostly melts into the doughy exterior once it's fried - not that anyone's complaining. The result is pretty much the butteriest bread you could possibly imagine. When you take a bite, it's said that drips of butter ooze down your chin. Shana W./Yelp How do you deep-fry Kool-Aid and Coca-Cola? How do state fair vendors manage to fry substances that are liquid even at room temperature? Various liquids have all been successfully fried, including Kool Aid, Coca-Cola and even chicken noodle soup. Turns out, the method is almost the same as the method used to deep-fry butter. To deep fry a liquid, you have to freeze it first. Once you cover the frozen balls in dough and fry them, the bread mixture and liquid mesh together into something that looks like a doughnut hole. You might not know this about Kool Aid, but when you deep-fry it you get a ball of red dough, not a pocket of liquid juice. C H./Yelp Do they really eat pig ears in Minnesota? Why yes, they do. Pig ears are really made of pigs' ears. Of all the parts of a pig you could eat, you might be wondering why, in Minnesota and at many state fairs, they choose to eat the ears over say, pork belly or a slice of bacon. As anyone who's ever actually had a pig ear knows, this pork product is delightfully crunchy and delicious. They're cut to look like curly fries and fried to an absolute crisp. Some people top theirs with chipotle glaze. Are those huge turkey legs actually made from turkeys? Though there are always rumors that turkey legs are actually emu, those massive, smoked pieces of poultry really are 100 percent turkey. Somewhere, turkeys are being bred and sold at an absolute mostrous size; these gargantuan gobblers weigh approximately 40 to 50 pounds each when they're slaughtered to produce those thick-thighed turkey legs. The legs themselves weigh around 1 to 3 pounds. You can find them at state fairs and at Disney. Something Disney doesn't want you to know? Just one of those legs can clock in at over 1,000 calories. Why are candy apples red? Candy apples, not to be confused with caramel apples, are made from an apple coated with a layer of either toffee or hardened sugar candy. Though this candy could theoretically be any color, for some reason it's always red. Well, the real reason for this specific color scheme lies in the story of this classic treat's origin. The first candy apples were made by candy maker William W. Kolb in Newark, New Jersey. He displayed them in his window to sell around Christmastime, opting for a red-hot cinnamon candy. Ever since, candy apples have been colored and coated with red. Where did butter sculptures come from? Butter sculptures are seen at almost every state fair and can actually be crazy impressive. But why do fairs have sculptures made of butter instead of another substance? Butter sculptures have been around for longer than you might think. In fact, Europeans were sculpting centerpieces from butter as early as 1536, when they were used as one of many decorations for the pope's elaborate banquets. The earliest butter sculpture in the U.S. was put on display in 1876 at the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia. It was a bust sculpture of a woman, carved by Caroline Shawk Brooks, a farmer from Arkansas. People loved it; she quickly became famous for her butter art, and is mainly credited with the art form's odd popularity. Delmas Lehman/shutterstock.com What's the craziest thing ever fried? State fair vendors have fried some zany things: jelly beans, beer, ice cream, bubblegum... But what is the wildest idea someone's ever created? Honestly, there's no correct answer to this question. Every year, competitors from across the country travel to state fairs to try their luck at winning competitions for their wacky food combinations. Other deep-fried oddities have included watermelon, salsa, pieces of pie, entire burgers, scorpions and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Is state fair food safe? Restaurants go through health inspections with some regularity. If a restaurant is unsafe to eat at, you'll know from the poor rating and other telltale signs you're at a dirty restaurant. But do health inspectors visit state fair vendors? Are they safe, or are they teeming with hidden bacteria and rodents? Well, it's hard to say for sure. Regulations are different in every state. Many states require temporary and mobile food vendors to receive food handling certifications, but not all. Additionally, those who prepare food at state fairs may not have extensive kitchen experience. This could cause unintentional safety mistakes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you can check with your local health department to inquire about whether the food stands have been inspected. But there is no universal guarantee that the food is safe. Michael Warwick/shutterstock.com Which came first, the corn dog or the state fair? Corn dogs and state fairs seem as inseparable as the chicken and the egg. But which came first? The state fair did, but that doesn't mean deep-fried hot dogs on a stick were invented for a state fair, per se. A number of state fair vendors claim to have invented the corn dog in the late 1930s and early '40s, but they existed much earlier. The first-ever mention of a corn dog was found in a patent filed in 1927 for a "Combined Dipping, Cooking, and Article Holding Apparatus." The patent was basically for the "on-a-stick" method of serving breaded and fried foods, and used weiners specifically as a relevant example. This patent had nothing to do with state fairs, though state fairs were already happening by 1927. Corn dogs got their name thanks to the "Krusty Korn Dog" baker machine sold as a restaurant appliance in 1929. The machine made mealy, lumpy dogs that looked like ears of corn. What's the difference between ice cream, custard and fro-yo? If you've ever tried ice cream, custard or fro-yo side by side, you know they're far from the same. Though they're sometimes mistaken for one another, the ingredients used to make them are actually quite different. All three frozen desserts are made primarily from dairy and sugar. Ice cream has a minimum fat requirement - anything below 10 percent fat cannot legally be referred to as "ice cream." Therefore, ice cream is almost always made with milk and heavy cream, along with sugar, preservatives and flavoring. Custard typically also contains milk and heavy cream. The main difference between custard and ice cream is that custard requires the addition of pasteurized egg yolk. The egg yolk gives custard a unique, creamy texture. Frozen yogurt (or fro-yo) has no minimum fat requirement. Fro-yo is made with yogurt or cultured milk instead of regular dairy, and omits some or all of the heavy cream. Though fro-yo is lower in fat than ice cream and custard, it often makes up for this with extra added sugars. What makes homemade lemonade so darn good? Why's the lemonade at the state fair so much tastier than any other kind? The answer, in a word, is sugar. Premade, bottled lemonade also can contain surprising amounts of sugar for a "healthy" beverage, but homemade versions you might find at a state fair likely contain even more. Each jug of homemade lemonade could be hiding cups upon cups of white, refined sugar. Fresh-squeezed lemons can also make all the difference when making lemonade - here's how to make top-notch lemonade at home. Why do we have pie eating contests? Competitive eating has become an odd American ritual that's withstood the test of time. Competitors have wacky (and somewhat disgusting) tricks for shoving as much food as possible into their mouths in as little time as they can. While these competitions now include everything from Nathan's hot dogs to fresh-shucked oysters, pie eating competitions were among the first-ever events of their kind. Pie eating contests first occurred at county and state fairs, where they're still immensely popular attractions. They became a thing in the late 1800s, probably as another way for farmers to show off their supplies of fresh fruit. By the early 1900s, pie eating contests were being held at most state fairs across the country. Mandi J. Donohue/shutterstock.com What's the difference between fry bread, elephant ears and funnel cakes? All of these doughy confections can be found at state fairs, though which you'll find is largely dependent on the region. All three are types of deep-fried dough, often coated in powdered sugar or cinnamon. What could be bad about that? Fry bread is common in the South, where it's eaten at state fairs with powdered sugar or savory toppings, often taco ingredients. Elephant ears are mostly found in the Midwest and are nearly identical to fry bread. They're always eaten with sweet toppings, however, typically with cinnamon, sugar and/or jam. Finally, funnel cakes are popular nationwide. Unlike fry bread and elephant ears, which are made of flattened dough that's fried in one piece, funnel cakes aren't flat like a pancake. They're made by pouring batter in circular patterns before deep frying and dousing with powdered sugar. Funnel cakes got their name because this thin pour is often done through a funnel. What did they eat at the first-ever state fair? The first-ever state fair was held in Syracuse, New York, in 1841. It was held by the New York State Agricultural Society, an organization formed to support agriculture throughout the state. The purpose of the fair was to provide an opportunity for farmers to show off their animals and crops. The fair drew an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 people and featured livestock exhibitions, produce displays, recipe showcases and competitions between farmers, such as plowing contests. The food served looked nothing like the state fair food you'd see today - rather, it likely constituted of recipes and fresh foods provided by the farmers from their yields. Debra Millet/shutterstock.com Is there a state fair in every state? No. Not every state fair is called "the [Name of State] State Fair," but almost every state has one. 49 of the 50 states have their own state fair - and heck, even Washington, D.C., has one! Connecticut is the one state that's left out. They do, however, have a few county fairs, and some incredible food otherwise. Gregory E. Clifford/shutterstock.com How do they pick judges for food competitions? Food competitions like bake-offs and chili cook-offs are common at state fairs, and each fair is proud of its own annual competitions. But what makes one qualified to accurately judge a food competition? Well, that depends on the competition. According to one user on Reddit who tried to get the gig, some state fairs collect applications and resumes before selecting judges. Others conduct social media contests to select their panel. Many state fairs simply ask locals or previous winners to return and judge the new lineup of food entries. It's rare that a state fair judge ever has to have any special sort of certification. How much do state fair food vendors make? You might not think of state fairs as the most lucrative location for food vendors to set up shop, since everything's so cheap and it's a short-term opportunity. But at the largest state fairs, vendors can make upwards of a million dollars per year! In fact, one of the vendors at the Minnesota State Fair reportedly made $4 million in sales in 2017. State fair food isn't the only food with secrets. Here are some of the strangest mysteries behind your favorite junk foods, solved. Why Are Pretzels Shaped Like That? 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__label__wiki	0.649837	0.649837	Sophie Dahl and her musician love Jamie Cullum marry in romantic country wedding January 11, 2010 - 11:17 GMT hellomagazine.com The couple tied the knot during a fairytale winter wedding in the New Forest at the weekend Sophie and her musician love married in a civil ceremony in the New Forest at the weekend after nearly three years together. The bride is said to have worn an ivory Versace-style dress to wed Jamie in front of close friends and family Sophie Dahl and her fiance Jamie Cullum were married in a fairytale winter wedding in the New Forest at the weekend. The beautiful blonde and her musician love, 30, tied the knot in front of close friends and family at the Lime Wood Hotel, near Lyndhurst. Having hired out all of the 29 bedrooms at the picturesque country house location for their guests, the couple - who met at charity event two-and-a-half years ago - were united in a civil ceremony. Model Sophie, 32 – the maternal granddaughter of author Roald Dahl and actress Patricia Neal – was given away by her actor father Julian Holloway and wore a beautiful ivory Versace-style dress for the occasion, the Mail reports. Her mother Tessa, half-brothers Ned and Luke and her half-sister Clover were there proudly looking on. "It was a very beautiful occasion for close family and friends," the bride's godmother said of the happy event. "Sophie looked absolutely fantastic." The couple's plans to wed were first made public back in April when the former catwalk queen-turned-author was spotted with an engagement ring on her finger at a London party. Ahead of his nuptials, Jamie – who along with Sophie has frequently laughed off comments about their difference in height - recently recalled the first time he met his new wife. "We hit it off immediately. I think we knew emotionally that we would become good friends," he said. "But someone like me never entertains the idea of going after someone like her, so I didn’t go for it. I couldn’t assume she would be interested in me…But it worked! Lucky old me – it turned out to be much more." More about sophie dahl Jamie Cullum and Sophie Dahl welcome second baby girl Sophie Dahl and Jamie Cullum confirm new baby on the way Elizabeth leads glam ladies at star-studded benefit Sarah Brown makes cross-Channel dash to attend charity ball with JK Rowling Take That's Mark Owen marries his long-term love Emma in intimate ceremony Daniel Craig: The allure of Hollywood's blue-eyed boy Reese's joy as she ties the knot with Jim Toth in an intimate ceremony	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35744
__label__cc	0.645294	0.354706	Discover one of Santorini's beautiful hidden treasures January 04, 2016 - 15:42 GMT hellomagazine.com A review of Canaves Hotel in Oia, Santorini Santorini is one of the most popular destinations in Greece – and for good reason. It's one of the prettiest places you could hope to visit – quaint blue-domed white-washed houses draped with fuschia bougainvillea are built into cliff faces and set against the stunning backdrop of the endless Aegean... And don't even get us started on the sunset views! But where to stay on the stunning Greek island? We did the hard work for you (it's a tough life...!) and reviewed the Canaves Hotel & Suites in Oia, Here's the lowdown... With 17th century suites carved into the Cliffside, white-washed against the velvet blue of the Aegean Sea, the resort is stunning in its simplicity and serves as the perfect romantic hideaway. While it offers peace and privacy, it also has the buzz of the town Oia on its doorstep, offering a plethora of restaurants, boutiques and beautiful Sanotirini streets that you have to explore. We stayed in a seriously divine superior suite in Canaves that had its own private plunge pool Jacuzzi and incredible views from almost every corner of the accommodation. Cave-like in its appearance, the suite offers the utmost in luxury from the island, while the private veranda promises indulgent moments of relaxation. There is no task too big for the staff, who go above and beyond to ensure their guests' satisfaction. And the food is divine – fresh fish, local tomatoes and top-of-the-range meats. Served by candelight overlooking the caldera, you have to try a night at the resort's restaurant. For more information, visit canaves.com. More about santorini Private pools, luxury suites and pink sunsets make this the dreamiest hotel in Santorini What to do in Santorini: The best things to do on this beautiful Greek island Canaves Oia Epitome Santorini: holiday like a VIP at the island's hottest hotel	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35745
__label__wiki	0.888163	0.888163	Film Review: ‘Nocturnal Animals’ Takes Two Stories to New Levels Submitted by PatrickMcD on November 19, 2016 - 11:13am Printer-friendly version E-mail page to friend PDF version CHICAGO – Reality and fantasy have separate rules, and in fantasy there are no rules. This is the philosophy of “Nocturnal Animals,” a wild character study that exists on the reality/fantasy planes. And it has the bonus of the Amy Adams/Isla Fisher mix-up and Jake Gyllenhaal at his Gyllenhaal-iest. There are two stories in ‘Nocturnal Animals’ – written and directed by Tom Ford (“A Single Man”) – each having ultimately to do with the Amy Adams (not Isla Fisher) character. The Adams persona is going through a crisis of money and marriage, and reconciles this by obsessing over a new novel by her ex-husband. The novel is actualized as a onscreen story while she reads it, and the great Michael Shannon is at the centerpiece of it. The novel part satirizes the extremities of fiction and prose, and the characters inhabiting the book contrast nicely with the so-called real world of Amy Adams (both the present and in flashback). This is a terse and authentic character overview, culminating in a simple emotion within a perfect conclusion. Susan (Amy Adams) is living a life in transition and crisis. Her husband Hutton (Armie Hammer) is bleeding money from a bad deal, her art gallery (horrid and hilarious through Tom Ford’s designer eye) is nearly bankrupt and her marriage is splintering. Through this all she receives a package from her ex-husband Edward (Jake Gyllenhaal), who had published his first novel. She begins to read it. The novel’s story comes to life through her consciousness. It involves Tony (Gyllenhaal again), and his wife and daughter (Isla Fisher! and Ellie Bamber). The women are kidnapped on a remote Texas road while Tony ineffectually looks on, and are raped and murdered. The only link for justice is a strange lawman named Bobby (Michael Shannon). While Susan reads on, the story serves as a reminder of her own life, told in flashbacks and in the present day. ”Nocturnal Animals” opens in Chicago, New York City and Los Angeles on November 18th, and wider on December 9th. See local listings for theaters and show times. Featuring Amy Adams, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Shannon, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Isla Fisher, Ellie Bamber, Armie Hammer and Laura Linney. Written and directed by Tom Ford. Rated “R” Continue reading for Patrick McDonald’s full review of “Nocturnal Animals” Susan (Amy Adams) Contemplates Her Fate in ‘Nocturnal Animals’ Photo credit: Focus Features Submitted by Mr. Leland on April 18, 2017 - 7:16am. Easily one of the best films of the year. While Michael Shannon and Aaron Taylor-Johnson received some recognition, the entire cast and crew are working on all cylinders from the opening credits to the final pathetic shot of Amy Adams, this one had me hook, line and sinker. E-mail this comment HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 Pairs of 6-Packs to 2014 Chicago Critics Film Festival at Music Box Theatre What is HollywoodChicago.com ESP? / Que es HollywoodChicago.com ESP? HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 25 Pairs of Passes to ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ With Jamie Dornan, Dakota Johnson Film Review: ‘Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2’ Wins with Foodimals, Overemphasizes Humans HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 20 Pairs of ‘Insidious: Into the Further 4D Experience’ & C2E2 Passes Preview: Mid-Week With the 50th Chicago International Film Festival Interview: From Hollywood to Holy Vows, Mother Dolores Hart on Her Book ‘The Ear of the Heart’ Film, TV News: The Winners of the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards Interview, Audio: Michael Stuhlbarg in ‘Call Me By Your Name’ Film Review: Heroics of ‘Dunkirk’ Portrayed Ardently & Humanely Festival Feature: The Films of the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival Film Review: Hollywood’s ‘Godzilla’ Misses, Mocks Ishirô Honda’s Main Warning Message Film Feature: The 10 Best Films of 2018, By Patrick McDonald Interview: Producer George Avraam on ‘Beloved Days’ at Chicago European Union Film Fest Film Feature: Top 20 Interviews of 2016, by Patrick McDonald Oscar Week Feature: Top 20 Interviews of 2015, by Patrick McDonald Preview: First Weekend of 50th Chicago International Film Festival Entertainment News: Film & Comedy Star Robin Williams Dies at 63 HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 15 4-Pack Movie Tickets, 5 Blu-ray Combo Packs to Broadway’s ‘Shrek the Musical’ Entertainment News: Awards Season Begins with 2018 Golden Globes	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35757
__label__wiki	0.799184	0.799184	CinemaCon SIGGRAPH SMPTE AFCI Global Directory January 16, 2014 3:25pm PT by Carolyn Giardina Oscars: Crafts Nominees Share Their Reactions THR talks with cinematographer Emmanuel "Chivo" Lubezki ('Gravity'), VFX supervisor Joe Letteri ('The Hobbit'), production designer Judy Becker ('American Hustle') and others. Following Thursday's Oscar nominations, The Hollywood Reporter gathered reactions from many of those who made the list, which you can read here. In addition to sharing their excitement, some of this year's crafts nominees discussed this year's work; below are excerpts from some of those conversations: Joe Letteri, visual effects nominee for The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, said he is seeing a change in perception about actors whose appearance involves CG, responding to a question stemming from the best actress nomination of Gravity’s Sandra Bullock, whose body, helmet and even the visor over her face are computer animated in all of the shots set in space. “You still recognize it’s her," Letteri said, "but in the space suit it was an animated character. It does show that you don't have to see the whole actor to recognize that there’s a performance there. It’s very clearly her face, and I think a lot of people associate performance with face." On the VFX category as a whole, the four-time winner and eight-time nominee said, “The work is represented really well across the board. The Lone Ranger is interesting -- the work was really good [though the movie wasn’t a box-office hit]." Emmanuel “Chivo” Lubezki, who earned his sixth Oscar nomination for Gravity, added that the work in the cinematography category is “amazing” and also “very varied." “I don't know how people can pick one from the other," he said. "Cinematography is changing fast and the technology is changing fast. It’s going to keep evolving." Judy Becker, production design nominee for American Hustle, observed of this year’s category: “The production design nominations tend to be movies that are either very deep period or very design-oriented. I expected to see the nominations go more in that direction. To see Her nominated was a wonderful surprise. That sort of quiet design is not often recognized. Mine was also a surprise.” Email: Carolyn.Giardina@THR.com Twitter: @CGinLA Carolyn Giardina THRnews@thr.com CGinLA	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35758
__label__wiki	0.846106	0.846106	Home Latest EMEA News In Brief (May 26, 2014) EMEA News In Brief (May 26, 2014) New business for APCO, Shine, Ainsworth Maguire; a merger for CitySavvy; an acquisition for Grey; new people at Wagg Ed, EirGrid, Fink & Fuchs, Keene. Holmes Report 25 May 2014 // 9:52PM GMT TIRANA—APCO Worldwide and its StrawberryFrog advertising subsidiary have been selected to lead the government of Albania’s new international campaign with the goal of attracting greater travel to Albania. The two firms presented a global campaign, “Go On Your Own Way,” that will include advertising, media relations, stakeholder outreach, digital and social media, and a short film competition. For the agency selection, the country hosted a competitive process that was broadcast live on Albanian television. LONDON—FleishmanHillard London has boosted leadership of its creative services with the hire of Simon Amster to the new role of executive creative director. Amster’s remit will be to lead the agency’s increasingly integrated creative output on flagship clients and across a variety of sectors and practices. A multi-award winning creative director with international broadcast and brand content expertise, Amster has been responsible for teams winning over 50 Promax awards during spells in-house at Flextech (Virgin Media), Disney and NBC/Universal. Most recently he led Brand Content at Bray Leino. LONDON—CitySavvy, an international financial and corporate communications firm, has merged with Parex PR, a specialist asset management PR and media relations firm run by Henrietta Hirst. The combined firms will deliver a full service communications capability to financial institutions, asset management sector businesses and stock market listed companies. Hirst will become a director, a member of the executive board and an equity owner of CitySavvy. JOHANNESBURG—International advertising agency Grey is re-entering South Africa following an agreement to acquire a majority stake in The Volcano Group, one of the nation’s leading independent advertising and communications groups. The Volcano Group—which includes Volcano Advertising, Volcano PR & Social, Volcano Design, Volcano Insights and Volcano Digital, will rebrand as Grey Africa. MUNICH—Bianca Eichner has been named to lead the healthcare practice at Waggener Edstrom Communications in Germany. She joins from Weber Shandwick, where she was national head of healthcare, and in her new role will be tasked with expanding the Healthcare portfolio of the Munich office while collaborating with teams in the UK, US and APAC. Eichner started her career at Medical Marketing Consulting and gained additional experience at Medizin & Markt, 3k Kommunikation and SanCom Creative Communication Solutions. LONDON—Indesit Company, which owns leading appliance brands Hotpoint and Indesit, has retained Shine Communications following a three-way pitch. The brief covers consumer, trade and corporate public relations for both brands. DUBLIN—Energy business EirGrid has appointed Rosemary Steen as director public affairs. Reporting to the chief executive, Steen will lead a new public affairs directorate responsible for the formulation and direction of the organisation’s communications strategy with respect to all external stakeholders. She had previously worked with Vodafone Ireland and Shell Ireland in senior communications roles. WIESBADEN—Fink & Fuchs Public Relations is expanding its employer branding capabilities in the direction of Andreas Scheuermann as a senior consultant responsible for integrated employer communication. Scheuermann was previously the external press spokesman for the personnel consulting firm Mercuri Urval and a self-employed communications consultant in the area of B2B services. EAST LANCASHIRE—Shop-floor manufacturing management software expert Forcam has appointed Ainsworth Maguire to help them introduce UK manufacturers to the “4th industrial revolution” driving productivity in European and USA factories. LONDON—Crispin Oyen-Williams has joined Keene Communications as a senior advisor. His previous role was head of policy and external affairs at the Association for Consultancy & Engineering. Oyen-Williams is also founder and director of a new not for profit business think-and-do-tank called Business innovate. People moves Account moves	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35759
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It only takes 30 seconds to sign up, so join the discussion today! Crawdaddy's "Random Thoughts" about Home Video, Film & TV Discussion in 'Blu-ray and UHD' started by Robert Crawford, Feb 23, 2017. Message #2741 of 2908 Dec 7, 2019 TravisR Studio Mogul The basement of the FBI building Robert Crawford said: ↑ How about this Tweeter exchange from Eddie: Eddie Muller @EddieMuller It gives Disney a huge catalog from which to pull remakes while burying the original films. Not kidding. I know writers and directors who have been approached to “pick a project from the catalog.” For a new generation, the original will not be available for comparison. I'm sure the first part of that Tweet is true but how does he know that they won't make the original available too? I can't believe that Disney is saying to filmmakers "Hey, wanna remake [fill in the blank]? We'll burn the negative of the original one if you remake it." Robert Crawford Moderator TravisR said: ↑ I think he's talking about movie theater revivals and perhaps discs as there is no way Disney isn't going to use those films on their streaming operations. Crawdaddy: This is the way, I have spoken HTF Blu-ray/4K UHD Preorder Listing Crawdaddy's Random Thoughts 2019 "TCM Noir Alley" Schedule TravisR likes this. Rodney Screenwriter I took it that way as well. -Rodney This weekend's "Noir Alley" movie is "Berlin Express" (1948) starring Robert Ryan, Merle Oberon and Paul Lukas. It's a movie I've never watched in its entirety until last year. That doesn't mean I never watched the movie beforehand as I've seen it so many different times in different 20-30 minute film segments over the years that I knew the entire movie plot from beginning to end. Anyhow, I'll sample this TCM broadcast to see if it's an improvement over the DVD presentation and will probably be dragged into watching the entire movie again. I'm sure Eddie will illuminate us with his comments and whether this film is actually a "Film Noir". Below is a link to my comments about the movie from my last viewing. https://www.hometheaterforum.com/community/posts/4667674/ TCM's Noir Alley 2019 schedule. 03-09-19: D.O.A. (1950) 03-16-19: High Sierra (1941) 03-23-19: Lady in the Lake (1946) 03-30-19: Border Incident (1949) 04-06-19: 99 River Street (1953) 04-13-19: Nobody Lives Forever (1946) 04-20-19: M (1951) 04-27-19: Woman on the Run (1950) 05-04-19: Nightmare Alley (1947) 05-11-19: White Heat (1949) 05-18-19: Key Largo (1948) 05-25-19: Dead Reckoning (1947) 06-01-19: The Asphalt Jungle (1950) 06-08-19: Nora Prentiss (1947) 06-15-19: Pickup on South Street (1953) 06-22-19: Shadow on the Wall (1950) 06-29-19: On Dangerous Ground (1951) 07-06-19: The Tattooed Stranger (1950) 07-13-19: The People Against O'Hara (1951) 07-20-19: While the City Sleeps (1956) 07-27-19: Thieves' Highway (1949) 09-07-19: The Big Clock (1948) 09-14-19: Nocturne (1946) 09-21-19: The Woman on the Beach (1947) 09-28-19: The Harder They Fall (1956) 10-05-19: Trapped (1949) 10-12-19: Clash By Night (1952) 10-19-19: This Gun For Hire (1942) 10-26-19: Force of Evil (1948) 11-02-19: Sweet Smell of Success (1957) 11-09-19: Johnny Eager (1941) 11-16-19: The Hitch-Hiker (1953) 11-23-19: Kansas City Confidential (1952) 11-30-19: The Mask of Dimitrios (1944) 12-07-19: Berlin Express (1948) 12-14-19: Criss Cross (1949) 12-21-19: Cash on Demand (1961) 12-28-19: Repeat Performance (1947) 01-04-20: The Big Sleep (1946) 01-11-20: The Big Night (1951) 01-18-20: The Captive City (1952) 01-25-20: Try and Get Me! (1950) I especially enjoyed Eddie's comments this week as I learned a couple of things I wasn't aware of. As I stated earlier in this thread, Paul Stewart is one of my favorite all-time character actors. I can't think of one role that I didn't enjoy him in. Like Eddie, I wished he did more voice-over work as his distinctive voice is so great to listen to. Flashgear likes this. Flashgear Screenwriter Paul Stewart is one of my favorite all-time character actors. I can't think of one role that I didn't enjoy him in. Like Eddie, I wished he did more voice-over work as his distinctive voice is so great to listen to. Robert, you might be interested in the newly released Filmchest DVD set of the 1959 syndicated TV series Deadline, a 39 episode half hour show that Paul Stewart was heavily involved in...he does on camera intros and closing commentaries for all the episodes, acts in 11 of the episodes and directed another 4. This is an earnest and effective series about heroic and dedicated newspaper reporters and based on real news stories of the day, each episode portraying a real journalist in what was often their career making turn. The film elements for this PD series were found by Filmchest, forgotten in a New Jersey garage, we are told...Filmchest previously released an Official Films companion series, Beverly Garland's policewoman show, Decoy...both series' film elements are in good shape, as witnessed by these screen captures I took from my DVD set... A lot of very familiar faces in this NYC filmed show, Peter Falk, Simon Oakland, Joanne Linville, George Maharis, Leo Penn, Andrew Prine, Robert Lansing, Frank Sutton, Malachi Throne, Telly Savalas...here is a very young Diane Ladd (mother of Laura Dern), who was already a fine actress...many Broadway players in this series... Filmchest's Deadline, 39 episodes on 3 discs (as with Decoy) is also very affordable...only $11.99 on Amazon... https://www.amazon.com/Deadline-Complete-Episode-Paul-Stewart/dp/B07YTDXW2K/ref=pd_ybh_a_21?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=9GMWA59MJHSEZ6551YJV Scott Merryfield, Robert Crawford and Rodney like this. Hollywoodaholic Edge of Glory? Somewhere in Florida Berlin Express. Not really a Noir. And it didn't really hold my interest. Too much narration, and though superbly done by Paul Stewart, I just am not a fan of that much plot-point narrated explanation except in documentaries. The location ruins were great. That print was clean. But the most memorable part of this whole standard intrigue story was at the end when Bernhard (Lukas) says something like, "Maybe the only time the Earth will get together is when they have Mars to hate." This sounds like where Meyer Dolinsky got his inspiration for "The Architects of Fear" episode for The Outer Limits (which was also later copped by The Watchmen graphic novel). Hollywoodaholic HawksFord Stunt Coordinator I liked Berlin Express well enough, but add me to the list that thought there was too much narration. It's a fun story, though, and the shots among the ruins were impressive. Matt Hough Director Matt Hough I thoroughly enjoyed Berlin Express with its various twists and turns which made it all the more engrossing to watch. I, as always, appreciated Eddie's before and after comments especially giving us information on actors who played major roles but who were not especially well known. Would have liked if Robert Coote had been given more attention. Not an unknown, of course, but a very fine actor. HawksFord likes this. Man, I wish I could see one of my top ten films again at this theater with Eddie. https://filmnoirfoundation.tumblr.com/post/181253685637/behind-the-scenes-shots-from-tonights Message #2750 of 2908 Dec 10, 2019 Yesterday, Kirk Douglas turned 103 years old. Jimbo64, atcolomb, B-ROLL and 2 others like this. Has anybody seen "Shakedown" (1950)? I know I haven't, but would love to. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=751407758701718 Mike Clark's review of "The Bells of St. Mary's" Blu-ray Review. I'll be watching my disc in the near future before Christmas. https://www.mediaplaynews.com/the-bells-of-st-marys-review/ No, I've never seen it, but it sounds excellent. I'd love to see it. Robin9 Producer No I haven't seen it but I'd like to. I looked it up in IMDB and it sounds a bit like a template for Night Crawler, a much more recent film. There's also a British film called The Shakedown I want to see. One of Eddie's favorite films on Noir Alley this weekend is "Criss Cross" (1948) starring Burt Lancaster, a hot Yvonne De Carlo and Dan Duryea. Matter of fact, it's a personal favorite of mine probably due to the ending. I've resisted the urge to watch the 2019 Shout Blu-ray for five months. That ends today and tomorrow as I'm going to watch it twice as the Blu-ray does have an audio commentary. Unfortunately, it's not Eddie Muller, but Jim Hemphill, who I know little about so it will be interesting to contrast his commentary against Eddie's limited commentary. I'm looking forward to it as well. It'll be my lunchtime watch tomorrow. John Hermes Screenwriter La Mesa (San Diego) CA John Hermes Another tough day at the office for Burt. Robin9 likes this. John Hermes said: ↑ Tell me about it. Cranston37 Screenwriter Reminds me of one of my favorite behind the scenes pics. You’re watching Alfred Hitchcock direct Cary Grant and Grace Kelly kissing and the guy on the left looks like he just wants to get the hell out of there Wow! What a beautiful looking and sounding Blu-ray. The TCM video presentation was good, but it's no where near as detailed and blemish free as this Blu-ray that is derived from a 4K Scan of the original nitrate negative. It was like watching this movie for the first time again even though I watched it several times in my lifetime. My old man had an affinity for Dan Dureya's character which he passed down to me. I remember watching this film for the first time with my father back in the late 1960's and telling him about Lily Munster. Yvonne was a total smoke show. Just a terrific film. Eddie's comments were dead on and I wholeheartedly agree with him. I loved the casting of this movie, particularly, the supporting characters. Robert Siodmak was one helluva director. It makes me sad that Mark Hellinger died so young as there is little doubt we would've seen some more great films from this fine movie producer. Miklos Rozsa was outstanding as always with his musical scoring. This morning I've started watching this wonderful Blu-ray again with Jim Hemphill's commentary so I'll report back later on that commentary. Mannix is Coming! (All... Juan Richardson replied Jan 20, 2020 at 4:49 AM HTF TOP 30 MUST OWN 3D TITLES Panman40 replied Jan 20, 2020 at 4:30 AM Room at the Top Blu-ray Review Billy Batson replied Jan 20, 2020 at 4:25 AM For Those Who Still Think... Jesse Skeen replied Jan 20, 2020 at 4:20 AM Star Wars: The Rise of... Ronald Epstein replied Jan 20, 2020 at 4:17 AM TV on DVD news roundup bmasters9 replied Jan 20, 2020 at 3:55 AM Gay-Friendly Blu-rays KeithDA replied Jan 20, 2020 at 2:23 AM New Star Trek series... Josh Steinberg replied Jan 20, 2020 at 2:06 AM Official 2020 Oscar... 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__label__wiki	0.522985	0.522985	Lord of GoblinsNovel PrologueChapter Lord of Goblins Bang!Bookmark here That was the sound that ended it all…Bookmark here A shot was fired and a body was falling, with a gaping hole in its chest. But it never hit the ground as the people who loved it held it.Bookmark here What should have been a day of joy, a day of victory against corruption, became a day of sorrow.Bookmark here For on this day, a young man who just celebrated his 26th year of living on this earth a few days’ prior, is now struggling in the icy grip of death.Bookmark here Leonard Erand Vandersteen is dying. A paragon of justice in the political world has fallen due to the wicked machinations of his depraved counterparts.Bookmark here ‘So this is how it ends.’, thinks the victim of this tragedy as his life fades away.Bookmark here ‘Heh… You think it’ll end with me, huh? But I can’t blame you… As always you’re a bunch of shortsighted fools…’, he smiles at the thought of what would happen next. For he prepared a contingency plan in case of such a scenario. In a scenario where he is killed, all national media outlets will be hijacked and will broadcast all the dirty secrets of his rivals. Not the usual dirty secrets that the politicians will hire foreign parties to spread to draw eyes away from their recent activities, but the REAL dirty acts. All their secret prostitution rings, all their unknown crime syndicates, all their hidden deals with foreign parties, and the worst of all, all their ‘fun’ activities which involve children who’ve gone missing in recent years.Bookmark here “he…hehe…”. He couldn’t help but laugh at the irony. What should’ve been an act that would allow them to retain their control over the government, would lead to its collapse, and a new one to rise like a phoenix from its ashes.Bookmark here “Out of the way! Lev!”, screams a man approaching our fallen hero, who though can’t see his face as his already blurry vision darkens, would never misinterpret this voice, whose owner followed him through thick and thin throughout all his life, from the tender years of their childhood in the orphanage to the cold present. Brutus.Bookmark here “It’s not your time man! Maria, call an ambulance!”, Brutus yells, as he applies pressure on the wound, but to no avail. It is too late; death cannot be swayed. It demands its prize, its quarry.Bookmark here But Leonard isn’t sad, for now, he knows he will truly die held by those who care about him, those who love him.Bookmark here Still, it would not stop a tear from running down his left cheek, for this would be goodbye, and alas, he could not fulfil his promise - that they will see their world change together.Bookmark here He remembered when he made that promise. He was but a 12-year-old lad, but he had to steal to provide food for his loved ones. For at that time, his once-happy life was ruined at the hands of the corrupt. For a recession occurred and greedy hands made it worse. Instead of trying to find a solution for the problem, they gave empty promises and stole from the people, while the people could do nothing, for most were indoctrinated into serving their foul masters. The tyrants used ideology, identity, and religion to further their stranglehold on the masses. They implemented their system into schools to pollute the minds of the youth while giving petty sums to their parents to buy their loyalty. People were taught that these vile despots were their representatives, their protectors, and their saviours. That without them, they would suffer at the hands of the other factions and their ideologies. They spun a web so fine that it seemed like nothing would ever cut through it.Bookmark here Everyone but a few believed that, even he could’ve ended believing that, but as he has seen the world he loved shatter, the bakeries closing, the parks becoming unkempt, the shops boarding up their windows, and the orphanage suffering from disrepairs and hardly able to provide to the current children, much less accept new ones. He realized that this is wrong.Bookmark here At the time he thought, ‘Why should these monsters be the only choice? Why should we accept the ones who’re hurting us? Because of them, they refused to allow little Tommy into the hospital since we couldn't pay the increased bills. Why do we have to help them, work for them, pay them, and then say thank you? Shouldn’t they be helping everyone instead? Why should we worship them?’.Bookmark here In later years, he worked hard, studied hard, and learned how to lie hard. For he saw those who tried to fight those autocrats in a clean fight were always attacked and shamed by their followers and forced to disappear. So to defeat the monsters, he had to become a monster, but instead of feeding on the weak and downtrodden, he’ll protect them as he devours their demons.Bookmark here Brutus and Maria were the first to follow him, being raised as siblings, it was evident, and as time went by, others joined his cause. 2 people became 4, 4 became 16, 16 became 256, and the numbers kept increasing as he proved himself capable of guiding them from darkness to light.Bookmark here The politicians tried to invite him into their ranks like many before him, but he refused and fought back. He kept foiling their plans and dismantling their traps, and once they realized how much of a threat he was, it was too late. Their web was broken and the people were awoken.Bookmark here As we now see, they set loose an assassin to slay their indomitable foe. This one wasn’t the first, but it was their best and this was the last chance to end their nightmare in his weakest moment as he parades his victory. And they succeeded but unknowingly expedited their doom at the same time.Bookmark here And now our hero smiles for the last time and mutters ‘Thank you’ as he, much to their grief, closes his eyes. His body heavy, numb, and cold, but will be immortalized inside a shrine for the true saviour of the people, Leonard Erand Vandersteen, with the epitaph “Lev, the saviour of the weak.”.Bookmark here But he won’t know that as he fades away…Bookmark here DarkWe You can resume reading from this paragraph.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35764
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__label__wiki	0.867194	0.867194	Life Food & Drink Sobering thought: why are booze-free drinks so expensive? Low and non-alcoholic beverages have never been so popular, yet they can cost nearly as much as your regular beer or spirit. Is there any justification? Regina Lavelle reports Alcohol-free cocktails are gaining in popularity Regina Lavelle May 16 2019 2:30 AM It seemed like a punchline in need of a joke - the Irish pub with no booze. And with the flurry of headlines heralding the arrival of Dublin's The Virgin Mary, it seemed everyone else was thinking it too. But oxymoronic as it may seem, the new venue reflects a growing thirst for healthier lifestyles - alcohol consumption fell from 14.2 litres per person in 2005 to 10.9 in 2016. https://www.independent.ie/life/food-drink/sobering-thought-why-are-booze-free-drinks-so-expensive-38116266.html https://www.independent.ie/life/5f7c5/38116265.ece/AUTOCROP/h342/2019-05-16_lif_50380705_I2.JPG Indeed, according to Bord Bia, sales of low- and no-alcohol drinks increased by more than 20pc in the year to August 2018. But what is the cost of sobriety? Excise tax adds roughly 55c to a pint, €3 to a bottle of wine, and around €12 to a bottle of whiskey, and yet a 70cl bottle of non-alcoholic spirit Seedlip costs €30. Meanwhile, you can buy a 70cl bottle of not-fancy gin on special in the supermarket for as litle as €20. Out in pubs, there doesn't seem to be much difference between buying alcoholic beer or non alcoholic beer, except one of them won't give you a hangover. If low and no-alcohol products do not incur excise, what's going on with the pricing? The Virgin Mary owner Vaughan Yates Baked into pub prices of non-alcoholic drinks are the associated running costs, which include insurance premiums. Vintners' Federation of Ireland (VFI) Chief Executive Padraig Cribben says: "The cost of staying in the pub business is escalating at a serious pace. Insurance premiums have increased for all publicans by anything from 30pc to 100pc and more in extreme cases. When discussing price, you also have to take into account value. The pub offers a unique atmosphere, something that is appreciated by both locals and tourists." At The Virgin Mary, owner Vaughan Yates says his beers retail for roughly €4.50 to €5.50. Cocktails are in the €7 to €8 range. "Our overheads are no different to an alcohol environment. We don't have to pay for a licence, granted. But our bar is a proper bar. It's small but fully kitted out and the running costs are the same, whether it serves alcohol or not," says Yates, who is a drinks industry veteran. "We juice all the fresh tomatoes for our Virgin Mary. We make all our own fresh strawberry juice," he says. "The products are kind of the same. They're difficult products to make, especially some of the spirits because alcohol amplifies the flavour." Yates stocks scores of alcohol-free products, be it international - Seedlip and Freixenet - or local. These include Dublin's Silk Tree, a 0.5pc spirit which has already won a BBC Food and Drink Award for Best Tasting Spirit, despite only launching last July. Husband and wife team Andrew Oates and Tracy Cassidy developed Silk Tree after they both gave up alcohol. "We were your quintessential middle-aged, binge drinking couple. We drank wine at home four nights a week and when we did go out, we really went for it," explains Tracy. They joined a group called One Year No Beer, and swapped to alcohol-free alternatives. "We bought a bottle of Seedlip to get us over the Friday night hump." The couple, with backgrounds in marketing and the drinks industry, made a bid to create a drink of their own and began experimenting with herbs and spices, using products from an organic garden. They developed a prototype with help from Enterprise Ireland and experts from Loughrey College. The result, Silk Tree, is now stocked in SuperValu, as well as bars and restaurants, and they are moving into the UK. A 70cl bottle costs €34.99 retail. As Tracy explains, the distillation process mirrors that of alcohol. "In order to replace the taste, we need to fill the product full of flavour. We tried different types of strong botanicals, like coriander seeds. We need to use a lot more ingredients - the distillation process takes a lot longer. It's all about temperatures and blending. There's a lot to do with maceration types," she says. "There's quite a big process behind it. It's very expensive to run. There's the cost of our production, the cost of our ingredients, bottles, labels, caps, it can come to a lot. Then you add your VAT in." Earlier this month, Waterford's Dungarvan Brewing Company released their first alcohol-free beer, Main Sail, a 0.4pc pale ale which online reviews describe as "fantastic" and "fruity". Main Sail costs €2.50 to €2.60 for 500ml, compared to €3.30 to €3.40 for their alcoholic beers. Head Brewer Cormac O'Dwyer also maintains that while alcohol-free products don't incur duty, there is little saving in the production process. "There's a couple of ways of making a beer non-alcoholic. One of them, which the bigger breweries might use, is to brew in the standard way and then take out the alcohol. Or you can brew a really, really low-alcohol beer, around 0.4pc," he says. "In very simple terms, in the brewing process, we add malt to get starch to convert to sugar. When we made this beer, we put in far less malt than we normally would. The challenge that leaves is that there are far fewer flavours from the malt. So it's a bit of a balancing act." O'Dwyer explains that while there is a small saving on malt, the rest of the brewing process proceeds as normal, but what saving there is, is passed on to the customer. Of course, for many, the point of alcohol-free products is saving your health, not your money. "Alcohol-free beer is slightly lower in calories - about half, depending on the brand," says dietitian Maeve Hanan of Orla Walsh Nutrition. Meanwhile, drinkers can easily consume "a meal's worth of calories". "A pint is around 180 calories, a medium glass of wine is around 160. A bottle of wine is around 680 calories. Cutting back can definitely have an impact on appearance. "The liver is able to do its job properly. Skin can start to appear plumper. And there can be weight reduction, just from cutting out the number of calories." For Professor Frank Murray of Alcohol Action Ireland, the alcohol-free movement is something to be "supported and encouraged", but there is more work to do. "Most drinking now takes place outside the pub. It's at home, it's not regulated and there is so much cheap alcohol available - bottles of wine for €1.99. We need to see the enactment of the Public Health Alcohol Act. It's been six months since it was passed and in those six months, there were at least 500 deaths from alcohol. "The cost to the Exchequer is about €4bn a year, including one in every €10 spent on health." Silk Tree's Cassidy and Oates say that some of their best customers are rural bars down the country where bar managers are helping designated drivers on a given night to find a more palatable alternative to "the mineral", now that enforcement of the Road Traffic Act has started to bite. "We're retailing a lot in these bars down the country. It's great. We're trying to promote mindful drinking - we're not against alcohol," Andrew says. Perhaps moving towards a lower-alcohol lifestyle which makes space for the pub is a pragmatic way forward. At The Virgin Mary last weekend, Vaughan Yates said his customers ranged from non-drinkers to those who wanted a break from drinking, including "two guys on a stag do". "There are three components to a night out - the people you go out with, the environment you go to and then there are your drinks. All we're doing is altering one of those components slightly." WATCH: No booze, all the flavour: Inside Ireland’s first non-alcoholic bar Hands off... sparse dishes and overly familiar staff Can a restaurant be too cool? I contemplated this thought as I sat, feeling a tad uncomfortable, at a tiny corner table in Niall Davidson's new allta wine bar on Dublin's Setanta Place. The name, by the way, in Gaelic, means 'wild, undomesticated', but in... Susan Jane White Vegan banana bread, my friends. Nailed. 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__label__wiki	0.982393	0.982393	News World News Yemen rebels urged to free prominent activist Amnesty International activists erect a six-feet-high gravestone in Parliament Square, London, in memory of thousands of Yemeni civilians killed by air strikes International rights groups have urged Yemen's Shia rebels to free a prominent activist who used social media to document the war which has ravaged the impoverished Arab nation. https://www.independent.ie/world-news/yemen-rebels-urged-to-free-prominent-activist-36045965.html https://www.independent.ie/world-news/aafed/36045964.ece/AUTOCROP/h342/PANews_P-b37e736c-bd8a-4921-a109-24f8825d1af7_I1.jpg Human Rights Watch said Hisham al-Omeisy, a vocal critic of Yemen's warring parties, is being held without charge in an undisclosed location after he was detained on August 14 in the capital, Sanaa. The New York-based group says Mr al-Omeisy's family and lawyers have had no access to him. Sarah Leah Whitson, the Middle East director at Human Rights Watch, said Yemen "more than ever needs activists like Hisham al-Omeisy to bring attention to the devastation that war, famine, and disease have wrought on the country and its people". Amnesty International also made a similar appeal for the release of Mr al-Omeisy. By Mike Corder, Associated Press Experts in Amsterdam have confirmed that a Vincent van Gogh self-portrait was indeed painted by the Dutch master as he recovered in a French asylum from a mental breakdown. By August Graham, PA City Reporter British shoppers were buying fewer Fevertree mixers to have with their seasonal tipple than expected this Christmas, causing shares in the tonic maker to plunge on Monday. Prince Charles offers to fund Harry and Meghan for a year as they make a 'leap of faith' Britain Hundreds of troops to help Canadian province recover from huge blizzard North America Meghan Markle shows her new rules of engagement with the media Britain After the fires, Australia now faces flash flooding Australasia Democrats raise stakes in Trump trial as they push for new witnesses President Trump Billy Keane: 'Dad was right when he made me promise never to go into politics - it's the dirtiest game of them all'	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35769
__label__wiki	0.928505	0.928505	Eclipse makes big mark on Pickens County Eclipse 2017 was as big a deal in Pickens County as it was in the rest of the U.S., judging by the reactions of folks at spots around the county. Eclipse makes big mark on Pickens County Eclipse 2017 was as big a deal in Pickens County as it was in the rest of the U.S., judging by the reactions of folks at spots around the county. Check out this story on independentmail.com: https://www.independentmail.com/story/news/local/2017/08/23/eclipse-makes-big-mark-pickens-county/593442001/ Mike Eads, michael.eads@independentmail.com Published 11:52 a.m. ET Aug. 23, 2017 A glow around a total solar eclipse over Clemson University on Monday, August 21. (Photo: KEN RUINARD/STAFF) Central Elementary students and staff at 2:38 p.m., the moment of totality for Eclipse 2017. (Photo: Mike Eads/Independent Mail) Trina Stephens’ fifth graders and their peers at Central Elementary School were impressed. “Wow, that was cool. It just moved right over the Sun,” said Emma Koltunowicz, one of Stephens’ charges. Central Elementary students went out an hour before Totality to try out their Eclipse 2017 glasses. (Photo: Mike Eads/Independent Mail) Clemson University librarians wear solar glasses to see the solar eclipse over Clemson University on Monday, August 21. (Photo: KEN RUINARD/STAFF) The students and teachers painted commemorative rocks showing the Moon, the Sun and a Palmetto tree to have as keepsakes. They mounted Duke Energy donated glasses to paper plates to hold to their faces, some decorated with Eclipse art and others with orange and purple Tiger paws. Several of their classmates were checked out of school early by parents or grandparents, but a dozen hung on with Stephens for the big event. “It’s gonna stay for two minutes, then go away for another 99 years,” said Kevin Jackson. “We’ll probably be 43 when it comes back.” Central Elementary fifth grader Sophie Fleahman (center, seated) shares her Eclipse 2017 impressions with her classmates and their teacher, Trina Stephens. (Photo: Mike Eads/Indpendent Mail) Central Elementary fifth graders line up to go outside for Eclipse 2017. (Photo: Mike Eads/Independent Mail) “I think it will be like going on the water slide for the first time … I was scared, but when it was done I did it a bunch more times,” said J.J. Johnson.Temperatures were in the low 90s around the Upstate, but spectators appeared to stay happy and hydrated. The thermometer dropped 11 degrees during the brief period of totality at Southern Wesleyan, which welcomed over 4,000 to its joint Eclipse party staged with Pickens County. Tens of thousands of people flooded Clemson University’s campus hours before the eclipse. Hundreds of umbrellas dotted the field between the Watt Family Innovation Center and the Cooper Library at Clemson, with people spread out on blankets and relaxed in folding chairs waiting for totality. Visitors stand in near darkness near the Watt Center during the solar eclipse over Clemson University on Monday, August 21. (Photo: KEN RUINARD/STAFF) Afterward, traffic was backed up on Interstate 85 all the way from Anderson to the Georgia state line, as visitors headed out of town for several hours. CATbus routes were running behind schedule in Clemson. Area hospitals reported no unusual emergency room activity and no events related to the eclipse. One woman who was admitted to Baptist Easley Hospital’s Emergency Room after becoming sick Monday was worried about missing out, however. Velma, whose last name was withheld due to privacy laws, didn’t want to miss out the once-in-a-lifetime eclipse, so the staff positioned her beneath a skylight and gave her some eclipse glasses to see the celestial event from her hospital bed, according to spokeswoman Andrea Stegall. Velma was thrilled, asking the nurses repeatedly, “Would you look at that?” said Stegall, who added that Velma was most appreciative of the staffers who found a way for her to see it – telling them she’d never get to see such a thing again. Georgie Silvarole and the Anderson and Greenville news staffs contributed to this report. Follow Mike Eads on Twitter @MikeEads_AIM. Visit the Pickens County News Facebook page for more news from around the county. Read or Share this story: https://www.independentmail.com/story/news/local/2017/08/23/eclipse-makes-big-mark-pickens-county/593442001/	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35770
__label__wiki	0.863919	0.863919	10 students from Jamia Hamdard Residential Coaching Academy clear UPSC (Main) Exam 2019 Since its inception, Jamia Hamdard Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) has trained and coached around 1,000 candidates. NY Abhishay Babu jumped off the airport building and his body was found at a parking lot on level four of the structure. Kashmir DSP Davinder Singh likely to be stripped off Gallantry award Following his arrest on Saturday, there are chances that Jammu and Kashmir Police officer Davinder Singh will be stripped off of his Presidents Gallantry Medal award, sources said, adding that the process was under consideration. Who is (not) a citizen? The newly minted Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 and the government double-speak on an impending National Register of Citizens have lent a bleeding edge to the question. What is the threat and why have citizens across the country erupted in protest? Updated : January 12, 2020, 9:35 am India saw almost 1,500 acid attacks in five years India Today Data Intelligence Unit (DIU) has found that between 2014 and 2018, there have been 1,483 victims of acid attacks in the country. This is according to data released by National Crime Records Bureau. CBI books 51 firms, officials of 3 national banks in black money case of Rs 1,038 crore The alleged fraud took place using fictitious firms with the help of bank officials who were paid bribes, officials said. Updated : January 6, 2020, 10:24 pm UPSC Recruitment 2020: Hiring begins for various posts @ upsconline.nic.in, how to apply UPSC Recruitment 2020: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification inviting all the interested candidates for Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (DCIO) and Data Processing Assistant (DPA) vacancies. No plan to set up detention centres in Kerala, says CMO No such decision has been taken, a statement from Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said adding false propaganda was being carried out in a section of the media with regard to the detention centres. Elgar case: Cops to seek FBI help to recover hard disk data Pune Police have decided to seek help from FBI, the domestic intelligence and security service of the US, to retrieve data from a damaged hard disk seized from the house of Telugu poet Varavara Rao arrested in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, an official said. Activists accuse Nirma University of intimidating students for taking part in anti-CAA protest Activists have alleged that students were being intimidated by the university for participating in a peaceful protest. Updated : December 25, 2019, 10:42 pm Only 10 agencies authorised to tap phones: Govt tells LS The government's reply came in response to questions related to the tapping of WhatsApp calls and messages Surrender of the Institutions Public institutions such as the courts and media, guardians of our civil liberties, have faced unprecedented obstruction and bullying. The examination of the life and deeds of the founder of the Research and Analysis Wing Updated : December 8, 2019, 5:17 am Hyderabad Rape Case: The Horror and the Shame A macabre rape-murder dents Hyderabad's image as a safe city, highlighting the continuing national epidemic of sexual assault and the chronic failure of our criminal justice system. Updated : December 6, 2019, 2:52 pm Coast Guard gets more power, can now legally search & seize vessels within maritime zone A Coast Guard official said earlier, the maritime security agency did not have the power to board any vessel passing through India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35772
__label__wiki	0.9024	0.9024	Satish Gujral Determination, hard work, humility- the making of a true icon As someone who had the privilege of chronicling much of his life, what struck me most about Kalam was that he always found the positive in any negative situation he faced. Artist Krishen Khanna celebrates his 90th birthday Decades later, as part of Krishen Khanna's 90th birthday, Dhoomimal gallery, now under the governance of Uday Jain is hosting an exhibition with 22 of his works-both from the gallery's and the artist's collection. I.K. Gujral and Indo-Soviet relations After the partition, Gujral's first introduction, to Nehru and daughter Indira came when his artist brother, Satish Gujral, began to paint a portrait of Nehru, and later, Indira. Updated : April 30, 2015, 6:07 pm I am a great admirer of Mehdi Hasan: Lata Mangeshkar The memories inevitably centre around anecdotes of their personal lives. How so and so did such and such one sunny winter day. The time: from thirty to fifty years ago. The place: Lawrence Gardens, Government College, The Mall and so on. A glazed look in the eye, a wistful smile on the lips. Recollections of a world in which everything was right. I've come to Delhi basically to create a stir: Sharon Prabhakar New Delhi cartoonist, Ranganath has a record number of hair-raising stories to tell. As one of the capital's more intrepid muck-hounds, his favourite pastime is dogging the footsteps of political luminaries who pass through the city. Updated : April 2, 2015, 7:05 pm Satish Gujral's latest exhibition opens at Dhoomimal gallery in New Delhi Satish Gujral, the artist, arrived long ago. Satish Gujral, the man, is still trying. The artist sits in his plush, split-level drawing room plastered with his masterpieces and cluttered with modish bric-a-brac collected over the years. Dr Prem Kumar Victor gives the deaf in India ability to communicate, educate themselves An affable ENT specialist, Prem Kumar Victor, 32, is the guiding force behind the unique school for the deaf, run by the Society for the Rehabilitation and Research for the Handicapped. Tucked away in a small house in Anand Niketan, New Delhi, Victor's school has 25 wards. Updated : March 24, 2015, 12:15 pm Publisher Ashok Chopra repackages the people who made his books In putting together what he describes as a "scrapbook", Chopra documents the many twists and turns of his astonishing career, starting as a journalist. Updated : March 5, 2015, 12:13 pm Our pick of the month Aakriti Art gallery celebrates artist Satish Gujral's 90th birth anniversary with an exhibition of his work. Satish Gujral to restore Jagmandir, an island-palace on Lake Pinhole in Rajasthan Restoration work will begin soon at Jagmandir, a fairy-tale island-palace on Lake Pinhole at Udaipur, Rajasthan. It was here that Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal, lived as a refugee in the 17th century. Updated : February 23, 2015, 10:51 am India paints a sorry picture at the IV Triennale In 1978, as lakhs of rupees were poured into this international show - currently on in New Delhi - the original commissioners of the selection committee, along with many prominent artists, opted out, making the 'fallacy' more real than ever. The result has been that the nucleus of Indian art has remained outside the Triennale. Fourth Triennale held at Lalit Kala Akademi in New Delhi A grand affair, the fourth time round in 12 years, the Triennale has 40 countries participating in it. The international jury includes eminent men, such as Richard Hunt from the USA, Philip Rawson from Britain, Yeshiaka Inui from Japan, and Krishna Reddy and Satish Gujral from India. Indian cinema retained the distinction of being world's biggest film factory in the '70s Unruffled by the political storms that raged around them, India's dream merchants churned out the usual phantasmagoria of formula films. India-proud Indians are not so few and far apart The colonial conditioning often sprouts in the Indian psyche, long before actual consciousness does. But now the climate is changing: India-proud Indians are not so few and far apart. What makes the finance-defence-company affairs minister the go-to man in the Narendra Modi Government Assuming a cross-mythological referencing is allowed in this age of Hindutva, if Modi is Ram, then Shah and Jaitley are his Lakshman and Arjun. Updated : October 31, 2014, 1:48 pm	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35773
__label__wiki	0.565538	0.565538	Susan Nunziata Quiz: Spot The Real Tech Headlines Headlines from the world of science and technology -- drones, anyone? -- sometimes sound unbelievable. Take our quiz and try to spot the real headlines among the fakes. It's easy to suspend disbelief when you see tech industry headlines like this one: "Steve Ballmer Leaves Microsoft Board To Focus On Clippers, Teaching." Or, this one: "Is The Player Nervous? Just Ask His Shirt." As science and technology advance at a breakneck pace, it's getting more difficult than ever to figure out what's real and what's merely a figment of someone's imagination. I, for one, have fallen victim to satire news stories that seemed completely believable, and have read real news while shaking my head and saying, "This can't be true." With that in mind, we decided to test your ability to separate truth from fiction. The following slides are mostly an assortment of fake headlines. The first slide in each set will list four crazy-sounding heds. Only one of the four headlines is real: Look them over and decide which one is true. Advance to the next slide to see the answer. (No Googling or scrolling ahead, please. We're working on the honor system here.) Once you've completed the quiz, share your results in the comments. Tell us which of the real headlines had you stumped -- and which of the fakes you'd love to see in real life. Image: Wikimedia Susan Nunziata leads the site's content team and contributors to guide topics, direct strategies, and pursue new ideas, all in the interest of sharing practicable insights with our community.Nunziata was most recently Director of Editorial for EnterpriseEfficiency.com, a UBM ... View Full Bio Copyright © 2020 UBM Electronics, A UBM company, All rights reserved. Privacy Policy \| Terms of Service	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35775
__label__wiki	0.668618	0.668618	Zayn Malik’s New Lightsaber Tattoo Actually Glows in the Dark It's glow in the dark, you guys. By Tamim Alnuweiri Jul 15, 2016 @ 2:30 pm Kevin Tachman/Getty Zayn Mailk getting a new tattoo doesn’t seem like it would be breaking news. If you know anything about Zayn (or even just seen a pic of him), you already know he has a think for ink. His new album cover features him as a tiny little toddler with tats all over his arms, after all. So why is Zayn’s latest addition so news-worthy? Well, friends, if you’re a Star Wars fanatic, you’ll probably dig it. It’s of what appears to be a lightsaber, hence the Star Wars hashtag in the pic, and it's also glow in the dark. Yes, like an actual lightsaber. The new tattoo is a UV tattoo, which means that it glows in the dark when exposed to UV light. However, the safety of these tattoos has yet to be confirmed by the FDA. Tattoo artist Jon Boy shared a photo on his Instagram of Zayn with Anwar Hadid (yes, as in Gigi's brother) and male model Luca Sabbat chillin' at his shop. And now for the part you're waiting for, he also shared a picture of Zayn's newest tattoo. RELATED: Want a Luminous Flush? This Blush Duo Will Take You There May the force be with you @zayn #uvink #starwars #jonboytattoo A photo posted by c/s Jon Boy p/v (@jonboytattoo) on Jul 14, 2016 at 4:03pm PDT Jon Boy is responsible for pretty much all of your favorite celebrity tattoos (like Hailey Baldwin's praying hand tattoos, a lot of Justin Bieber's ink work, and like every other celebrities ink work, too). Think we'll see Gigi getting inked anytime soon?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35778
__label__cc	0.741966	0.258034	The Otherways Lab: Who We Are Psychology Faculty & Staff Colleen Jacobson The Otherways Lab The Otherways Lab: Current Studies The Otherways Lab: Related Scholarly Presentations Colleen Jacobson, Ph.D. Principal Investigator \| Email: cjacobson@iona.edu Read more on Dr. Jacobson Nathan Lowry Research Assistant \| Email: nlowry1@gaels.iona.edu Nathan Lowry is a psychology major and neuroscience minor in the Honors Program at Iona College. Upon finishing his bachelor’s degree, he plans to attend graduate school to pursue a career in clinical psychology. Nathan’s main research interests include depression, suicide, non-suicidal self-injury, and social media use among young adults and adolescents. He has been a member of the Otherways Lab since his freshman year at Iona, and has had the opportunity to work on multiple projects and present his work at conferences. Outside of psychology, Nathan enjoys watching movies, listening to music, backpacking, and photography. Rebecca Gebert Research Assistant \| Email: rgebert1@gaels.iona.edu Rebecca Gebert is a psychology major in the Honors Program at Iona College. Upon finishing her bachelor's degree, she plans to attend graduate school to pursue the study of clinical psychology. She has been a member of the Otherways Lab since her sophomore year of college, and her main research interests are emotion regulation, mood, anxiety, and personality disorders, suicide and non-suicidal self-injury, and how social media use relates to psychology. Rebecca is also a volunteer Crisis Counselor with the Crisis Text Line. Outside of psychology, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, and helping animals. Related Scholarly Presentations The Otherways Lab: Home Page Student Success: Jillian Cea '21MA “I love how my program has a small student to professor ratio, and I really get individual attention and support from my professors.” Read more on Jillian's success at Iona.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35783
__label__wiki	0.945511	0.945511	Iowa Center for Public Affairs Journalism (https://www.iowawatch.org/2017/11/01/how-news-match-will-double-your-support-of-iowawatch/) How News Match Will Double Your Support Of IowaWatch By Mariah Prendergast \| November 1, 2017 LikeTweet EmailPrint More More on Center News Subscribe to Center News IowaWatch is eligible for matching funds from News Match 2017. Help us reach our goal: IowaWatch is one of only 110 organizations selected to be part of a fundraising campaign to help nonprofit, investigative news organizations continue their mission of protecting truth and democracy. During the campaign, individual donations up to $1,000 will be matched through Dec. 31 by the campaign’s sponsoring organizations. IowaWatch’s motivation for fundraising reflects the spirit of the News Match Campaign and of nonprofit public affairs journalism: Protect the press, protect the truth, and to protect democracy. The Democracy Fund, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation are collaborating to match the funds donated to nonprofits like IowaWatch. Other partners for the campaign include the Institute for Nonprofit News, the News Revenue Hub, and the Miami Foundation. They will match donations made to IowaWatch up to $28,000 total between now and Dec. 31. Lyle Muller/IowaWatch Freelance reporter Cindy Hadish (right, with her back to the camera), conducting an interview in August 2017 for an IowaWatch story that raises concerns about treating Iowans with Alzheimer’s disease. Donors can contribute directly to IowaWatch or via newsmatch.org. The money donated to IowaWatch will help the staff produce high-quality, public-affairs news stories for Iowa readers. “Support like this from national organizations is appreciated but these groups really want to see if IowaWatch and the rest of us in News Match can build support where we live and work,” IowaWatch Executive Director-Editor Lyle Muller said. “That’s why we are grateful that Iowans already have donated toward this News Match during a quiet phase in October. We want to build on what those people donated.” RAISED IN OCTOBER: $7,200, OF WHICH $6,435 CAN BE MATCHED. All news organizations participating in News Match must be members in good standing of the Institute for Nonprofit News. To be a member, an organization must be a 501(c)(3) or have a 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor, must be transparent about funding sources, and produce investigative and/or public-service reporting. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Visit newsmatch.org for more information. The Iowa Center for Public Affairs Journalism is an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan, investigative news service that does investigative and community affairs journalism in collaboration with other media and trains college student journalists to do this kind of reporting at a high level. factual reporting News Match nonprofit news supporting journalism Podcast: Journalism Credibility In Crisis Challenges facing modern-day journalism are at to a crisis stage as many Americans’ lack understanding of a critical news media’s role in society, IowaWatch cofounder and Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Stephen Berry said during a recent visit to Iowa and in an IowaWatch Connection podcast. Military Service Veterans Tell Their Stories At Nov. 9 Event In Iowa City It’s A Tragedy What Is NOT Happening Since Vegas Help Us Tell The Truth Support our efforts to do fact-based reporting. Your donation makes possible IowaWatch’s continued nonprofit reporting and journalism training.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35785
__label__wiki	0.594853	0.594853	How can I join my son and grandkids in Australia? Ask the Experts: I am alone in Ireland, and want to move there. Can I get a visa? Tue, Nov 6, 2018, 07:00 ‘I am single, never married. I am alone here, and I want to move there to help out with my grandchildren.’ Photograph: iStock/Getty Images I want to go and live with my only child in Melbourne. He is permanent citizen in Australia, married to an Australian girl, and they have two children. I am single, never married. I am alone here, and I want to move there to help out with my grandchildren. What are my chances of getting a visa? Answer: John McQuaid, Arrive Australia Migration Services (arriveaustralia.com.au) Australia allows permanent residents and citizens to sponsor their parents to come and live in Australia. The quick and cheap option is a longer visitor visa (Subclass 600), available to parents of Australian permanent residents or citizens. This visitor visa allows you to stay in Australia for 12 months in any 18-month period. For more information about this visa, see border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/600- If you want to apply for permanent residence yourself, your sponsoring children first need to be “settled” in Australia for at least two years as permanent residents. You must also meet “the balance of family test”, meaning that more of your children must be living in Australia than in any other country, and pass the “health and character requirements”. See the balance of family table at homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/brin/pare/balance-of-family-test#e Irish emigrants in Australia offered free flights home to fill jobs in Ireland Welcome to my place . . . Le Frêche, Gascony, France Turning toothaches to smiles volunteering with refugees in Lesvos Currently, a maximum of around 8,500 parent visas can be granted each year, so with high demand, the wait periods are long. The “contributory” parent (Subclass 143) visa currently takes about three to four years to be approved, and costs around $49,000 (€31,000) per parent. This cost can be split over a few years by first applying for a temporary 173 visa to start, and then the permanent visa about two years later. Unfortunately, the much cheaper non-contributory parent 103 visa option has a very unrealistic waiting time of about 30 years, but is still an option if you can meet the age criteria (above pensionable age ) to apply for the onshore 804 visas while in Australia, and then get a bridging visa to stay .You must still meet “the balance of family test”, and pass the “health and character requirements”. For more information on the various options open to you as the parent of a permanent resident or citizen, see homeaffairs.gov.au/Trav/Brin/Pare . Have a query for our panel of experts about emigrating, life abroad or moving home? Click here to submit yours or email abroad@irishtimes.com. 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__label__wiki	0.955937	0.955937	Video-Photo Planned apartments threaten The Nines restaurant With Ithaca's chronic housing shortage, a proposed apartment building construction threatens local restaurant The Nines and its centuries-old home. Planned apartments threaten The Nines restaurant With Ithaca's chronic housing shortage, a proposed apartment building construction threatens local restaurant The Nines and its centuries-old home. Check out this story on ithacajournal.com: http://ithacajr.nl/2y0PkHC Sarah Mearhoff, ithacajournal.com \| @sarah_mearhoff Published 4:27 p.m. ET Sept. 11, 2017 \| Updated 5:15 p.m. ET Sept. 11, 2017 A rendering of the proposed apartment building construction project on 311 College Ave.(Photo: Architect Jagat P. Sharma) With a chronic shortage of housing in the city, developer Visum Development has proposed a new six-story apartment building in Collegetown. Designed with students in mind, the building would house 50 apartments and 825 square feet of retail space. But new student housing would come at the price of a decades-old student hangout, The Nines. Famous for its deep-dish pizza and located in a century-old firehouse, The Nines has existed under its current ownership since 1980, when Mark Keilmann bought the establishment from previous owner Michael Turback. Lisa Nicholas, senior planner for Ithaca’s Planning and Development Board, said she knows students and locals love the restaurant and patio, but if Kielmann goes through with a sale, the building’s demolition is beyond the board's control. Instead, Nicholas said the board’s main concern with a construction project of this magnitude is the functionality and attractiveness of the building. The Nines restaurant on College Avenue in Ithaca. (Photo: SARAH MEARHOFF/Staff photo) Developer Todd Fox, who works for Visum, has history in the area. He developed the apartments located at 201 College Ave. The planning board will further consider the proposal at its next meeting on Sept. 26. Nicholas said she predicts there will be at least two more meetings before a final decision is made. This approval process, Nicholas estimated, could take up to three months. Visum intends to begin construction in February. Throughout this deliberation period, the board is accepting public comment. So far, Nicholas said the only comment sent to the board was from the Ithaca Landmark Preservation Committee. 311 College Ave. encompasses the centuries-old Ithaca Fire Station Number 9, with the oldest parts of the building built in 1894. The 19th century firehouse is not registered as a state or national historic landmark, though its age makes it eligible. The owner of The Nines could not be immediately reached for comment Monday. The preservation committee, in its comment to the planning board, suggested an addition to the firehouse rather than its demolition. If that is not possible, the committee suggested the developer find a new location altogether. Follow @sarah_mearhoff on Twitter. Read or Share this story: http://ithacajr.nl/2y0PkHC Ithaca reveals 'troubling failure' to investigate cases, including sex crimes Officials: State grant will help Cass Park reach its potential Ulysses Town Talk: What does future hold for Trumansburg? Jan. 3, 2020, 8 p.m. Officer Mary Orsaio looks to bridge gap between IPD and LGBTQ community Ithaca police respond to calls of shots fired New Year's baby: Finnegan James is Cayuga Medical's first baby of 2020 Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin • Elmira Star-Gazette • Ithaca Journal N.Y. News Cornell/Colleges © 2020 www.ithacajournal.com. All rights reserved. Subscriber Disclaimer Cars.com Ithaca	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35790
__label__wiki	0.711426	0.711426	Home > News > Europe > Species > West Asia > Mesoamerica > Fungi > English > Biodiversity indicators > Plants Overseas (1) Apply Overseas filter South-Eastern Europe (1) Apply South-Eastern Europe filter Asian Species Action Partnership (1) Apply Asian Species Action Partnership filter Orchids (1) Apply Orchids filter Photo: Pritpal S. Soorae A global perspective on re-introduction From mangroves to spiders, trout to bobcat, the latest edition of Global Re-introduction Perspectives presents 52 case studies on re-introduction projects from around the world. Photo: Alicia Wirz Urgent deal reached for African Elephants Key states along the illegal ivory value chain have committed to urgent measures to halt the illegal trade and secure elephant populations across Africa. The agreement was reached at the African Elephant Summit convened by the government of Botswana and IUCN... IUCN Red List Training Course Now Online The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ is widely recognized as the most comprehensive, objective global approach for evaluating the conservation status of plant and animal species. The IUCN Red List has grown in size and complexity and now plays an... Photo: Harper Collins Species on the Edge app is launched Acclaimed by the US Apple Store as ‘New and Noteworthy’, the new Species on the Edge app is a detailed guide to 365 species from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. Featuring stunning photos and thought-provoking information it allows users to learn... Photo: SOS SOS Call for Proposals now open The first SOS Call for Proposals is now open, accepting Threatened Species and Rapid Action Grants. Deadline for applications is August 12, 2011.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35791
__label__wiki	0.835599	0.835599	Home > News > Marine > Mesoamerica > English > Europe > Species > Climate Change Global Policy (68) Apply Global Policy filter Photo: © John Weller A major step towards a legally-binding deal for the high seas Another significant step towards improved protection and management of the high seas was achieved today as UN Member States formally adopted a resolution for the development of legal measures to conserve marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction. Photo: Christian Schlamann /istock photo To have healthy oceans we need healthy marine wildlife According to the United Nations, World Oceans Day is about a healthy planet being based on healthy oceans – so true and in so many ways! The ecological pressures on Earth’s oceans are as diverse and daunting as the storms that can roll across its blue... Photo: IUCN - Dan Laffoley Over €6 million boost for nature conservation in European Overseas Countries and Territories There’s good news for biodiversity conservation in the millions of square kilometres of land and ocean that make up European Union (EU) Overseas Countries and Territories with the launch of a grants fund of over €6 million to be coordinated by IUCN. Photo: Saiga Conservation Alliance Helping celebrate more than 50 years of IUCN’s contribution to wildlife conservation with a magazine and free digital app To help celebrate more than 50 years of the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) work protecting our global natural heritage, Terre Sauvage has published a special edition of their renowned wildlife magazine. Photo: Jan Joseph Stock IUCN welcomes emphatic ‘no’ to extractives in World Heritage Following IUCN’s advice, the World Heritage Committee has sent a strong message to oil and gas and other extractive industries not to operate in World Heritage sites. The message came during discussions about World Heritage sites in Danger, including Africa’s... IUCN launches Resolutions and Recommendations Platform IUCN Resolutions and Recommendations are now more accessible and easier to search than ever with the new IUCN Resolutions and Recommendations Platform. The Platform, available online in English, French and Spanish, gives an opportunity to explore IUCN... Nature's A-list to debate a sustainable future for the planet Internationally recognized experts, politicians, CEOs, activists and indigenous leaders will be at the forefront of a series of public debates during the IUCN World Parks Congress 2014 taking place this November in Sydney, Australia.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35792
__label__cc	0.58758	0.41242	Rent to Own and other homes in Florida Tbd Nw 36th Ter Jennings, FL 32053 NW 25th Ter Tbd Se 6th Street Sr 121 Lake Butler, FL 32054 E Main St Tbd Se 6th St NW Zack Dr Lake City, FL 32055 Tbd N Us Hwy 441 Find your new rent to own home in Florida in minutes! Get full access to all property details and seller information instantly upon registration. Most properties do not require a large down payment and many sellers are willing to work with buyers with less than perfect credit. Finding your perfect Rent to Own home in Florida starts at JustRentToOwn.com! Lease Option Homes in Florida After taking a major hit in the aftermath of the housing bubble, home prices in Florida are on the rise and going strong. Thanks to a diverse selection of metro areas and rural spaces, Rent to Own buyers have a variety of community options and price points to lock into. Rent to Own also gives buyers who need to repair their credit or save for a down payment the opportunity to lock in a price early, especially with steady home value appreciation driving up sale prices. Lease option homes in Florida offer a unique opportunity for retirees and empty-nesters to try out living in a new community for a period of time before locking themselves into a mortgage. Welcome to the Sunshine State The fourth most populous state in the country, Florida is a state defined by natural beauty and entertainment. The Sunshine State is primarily a massive peninsula, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico on three sides. Florida has a culture all its own, influenced by the traditions of a large Cuban-American population. Beyond tourism, the state is home to a variety of industries from aerospace and defense to international banking and biotech. Florida is home to unique ecosystems such as the Everglades, as well as a variety of unique and iconic animals from the manatee to the American alligator. Miami, FL Source: Tower Stream The Market in Florida Home prices in Florida vary widely by city, including some of the most affordable and most expensive areas in the nation under the same umbrella. According to Zillow, statewide home value averages as of June 2015 come in at $171,100, which remains more affordable than the national average. Over the course of the past year, home values went up more than seven percent. Florida is home to classic American cities like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando. Florida is famous for its university culture. From the University of Florida and Florida State to U Miami, students have a wide range of educational options to choose from. Statewide, MSU Billings ranks Florida as number two nationally for primary and secondary school teacher quality. In terms of annual crime, Florida ranks slightly above the national average for violent crime at 4.7 incidents per 1,000 residents. Property crime occurs at a rate of 31.05 per 1,000 residents, which is slightly higher than the 27.3 3 national average. Everglades, FL Via Miami Discount Tours Recreation is a big boom for the Floridian economy and its culture. From Walt Disney World to the Everglades National Park and Key West, there's something for everyone in Florida. Tourism is a major draw to the state, which features everything from the beaches of Miami and Daytona Beach to Kennedy Space Center. Saint Johns, FL Green Cove Springs, FL Ponte Vedra, FL Jacksonville Beach, FL Keystone Heights, FL Florahome, FL	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35799
__label__cc	0.537802	0.462198	Main Website The Forum Dragon Ball Music Who Did the Music for Dragon Ball Fusions? Discussion regarding any musical aspect of the franchise, from game soundtracks to BGM to remixes. Upcoming & classic CDs, reviews, where to find them, and more! Post by Majin Buu » Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:13 am I haven't played Dragon Ball Fusions so I was surprised to discover through Twitter today that some of its music is very Kikuchi-esqe. I listened to some of tracks in question and they're wonderful. It's exactly what I would imagine a modern day Kikuchi score sounding like (particularly the electric guitars sounding heavier than they do in Kikuchi's work). But I can't for the life of me find out who did the score for this game. Does anyone know? As a side note: This actually makes me kind of mad though because it proves beyond a doubt that Toei just doesn't want Dragon Ball to sound like Kikuchi anymore since they are clearly capable of finding people that can emulate his style. This is one of the reasons I have next to no interest in modern Dragon Ball, it doesn't sound like Dragon Ball anymore. Re: Who Did the Music for Dragon Ball Fusions? Post by VegettoEX » Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:35 am Composer / Sound Effect / Voice Direction is all credited to Takayuki Kobara, who is one of the in-house composers at Ganbarion (the game's developer). Yes, the soundtrack to Dragon Ball Fusions is amazing and I've been beating its drum since my initial playthrough and it's just the absolute bestest of the bestestststs. VegettoEX wrote: Composer / Sound Effect / Voice Direction is all credited to Takayuki Kobara, who is one of the in-house composers at Ganbarion (the game's developer). Thanks! I'm sure this has been said many times before, but he really should be the one doing the music for all the new anime stuff. But that'll never happen, because again, Toei just doesn't want Dragon Ball to sound like Dragon Ball anymore.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35803
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__label__wiki	0.76982	0.76982	Criminal Successes DWI Successes RECENT DWI & CRIMINAL DEFENSE RESULTS STATE v. HENDRICKS — NEW JERSEY MURDER TRIAL — "NOT GUILTY" VERDICT Mr. Tumelty represented Helena Hendricks, who was charged with first degree murder in Atlantic County Superior Court. The defendant faced a number of additional charges, including armed robbery, conspiracy and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose. At the conclusion of a jury trial that lasted three weeks, the defendant was found "not guilty" of all charges. View More Criminal Defense ResultsView More DWI Defense Results Free Consultation tough_lawyer Criminal Rights Weapons Offenses Assault Offenses Casino Crimes John W. Tumelty * Indicated a required field Atlantic County Office LAW OFFICES OF JOHN W. TUMELTY 1616 PACIFIC AVENUE, SUITE 318 539 S SHORE RD MARMORA, NJ 08223 South Jersey criminal defense lawyer John W. Tumelty is conveniently located in Atlantic City, NJ. He serves clients in Atlantic, Ocean, Gloucester and Cape May counties and the Jersey Shore, including: Absecon, Atlantic City, Avalon, Brigantine, Buena, Cape May, Egg Harbor City, Egg Harbor Township, Estell Manor, Folsom, Galloway Township, Hamilton Township, Hammonton, Linwood, Longport, Margate, Mullica Township, Northfield, Pleasantville, Port Republic, Somers Point, Ventnor, and Waymouth. © 2020 by Law Offices of John W. Tumelty. All rights reserved. Disclaimer \| Site Map \| Privacy Policy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35813
__label__wiki	0.622614	0.622614	more Preschool >> more Primary >> more Secondary >> more School holidays >> more Stuff for school >> more Tools >> Home > School > Primary > Starting school We asked 16 parents what they forked out for the kids' back to school stuff Claire Haiek \| January 10, 2020 And the difference is astounding! Which category do yours fall into? How to prepare your child for school00:18:02 Follow these simple steps to help your child prepare for their first day of school. /display/kidspot.com.au/Web/school/ For many parents, January can be one of the most expensive months of the year. It's school holidays, so we may be faced with child care costs, school uniform costs for the upcoming year, which includes the dreaded expense of school shoes, school fees, and then there's the good old book pack or list of stationery supplies. And if you've (like me) not even bothered to look at yours yet, take note: clear contact always seems to sell out by the end of January so get your skates on! With all the news around at the moment about all the added costs of school supplies on already financially-burdened families, we asked 16 different public and state school mums to share their lists with us. And the differences between them was astounding. How much do your supplies add up to? Image: iStock. Of the 16 mums we surveyed, two reported absolutely zero financial cost relating to school books or supplies. Now, let's keep in mind these costs have most likely been covered in others ways like through school fees, but we're just jealous there's no mad dash to Officeworks in search of twisty crayons or ROUND coloured pencils (not triangular!). A third mum reported having no school list to source, however, a letter from her public school very clearly states that such costs have already been covered in the school fees. We're going to call this category the nil to $100 category - four mums reported having a supplies list that came to under $100 as follows: NSW public school, grade 3 - $17.13 NSW public school, grade 1 - $25.00, grade 6 - $29.12 QLD state school, grade 3 - $59.95 The average cost was $130.70. Image: iStock. Do you know about the morning routine that will save your back to school sanity, are you across all the government rebates available to you? and here are 5 things you can to do to help your child tackle back to school anxiety. Nothing to sniff at The next group of mums reported having stationery and supplies lists that were nothing to sniff at. A total of eight mums, so half of those surveyed had lists that came to over $100. Those were: QLD state school, prep - $119.46 QLD state school, grade 3 - $115.07 NSW public school, grade 1 - $160.00 WA public school, grade 6 - $150.00 VIC public school, grade 6 - $135.00 QLD state school, prep - $253, grade 1 - $156. Calculating these lists was no easy feat. We sourced the cheapest possible products from a combination of the Coles, Woolworths and Officeworks websites. We didn't count items such as paint shirts where parents are able to send in their own old T-shirts. Some schools specify additional items such as headphones, which we attributed $2 as per the cheapest online option, but we all know many kids already have their own or possibly even prefer to spend a little bit more if they don't. There were the regular items you would expect to see, like whiteboard markers, pencil sharpeners and pencils, and some other more obscure requests such as gardening gloves and hand sanitiser. "The book pack means we never have to send even a pen or pencil case to school. It's all provided throughout the year," said mum, Donna, who was more than happy with the arrangement. One standout additional charge, however, was our Perth-based mum, who (on top of her $150.00 supplies list) has to provide an iPad and keyboard which she's estimating will set her back roughly $700. And let's not miss our final category of which we found one mum - a mum of four children based in Melbourne, whose supplies list came to a whopping $700. "And that's not counting camp which is to Uluru and is $1500! I was always under the impression state schools were cheap..." mum, Taryn told Kidspot. From the mums we spoke with, it's obvious that sending your children to a public or state school has no bearing on the cost of your supplies. What kind of back to school parent are you? Woolworths’ favourite back-to-school promo returns 7 things your child's kindy teacher will thank you for ALDI’s back to school range rivals Smiggle’s cult buys Is your child's backpack causing them permanent damage 15 truly helpful homework hacks How to talk to your children about bullying 10 things teachers wish they could tell their students How to get rid of nits	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35822
__label__wiki	0.506955	0.506955	SPOILER: We Know The Bachelor's Final Four! 9th September, 2019 MAJOR BACHIE SPOILER ALERT! The final four has been revealed! Hometown visits are coming up, and WHO.com.au was there to capture it all before the airing of this week’s show. In the pics, which can be found here, only four of the girls are seen in the hometown visits, with one big personality notably missing. Emma Roche has always kept her nose out of the drama, so it’s not surprising she was snapped on the beach in her hometown with the Astrophysicist. One of the biggest causes of drama this season, Abbie Chatfield was seen kissing The Bachelor on the beach in her home city. As much drama as she’s in, she’s still here for the final rose. Helena Sauzier had a bit of rocky relationship with the 32-year-old, but it appears they’ve put it all behind them, as as the health and wellness coach was photographed with holding hands with Matt. Chelsie McLeod and Matt spent time in her family’s home and were soon caught kissing after dinner with her parents. Fan favourite Elly Miles doesn’t appear to be in any of the snaps – which means it’s bye bye Elly! It looks like The Bachelor himself, Matt Agnew, will say his goodbyes to the nurse on Wednesday night. You can see all the pics from the hometown visits right here.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35823
__label__wiki	0.680199	0.680199	Corner turns for man dying to live "We are going to beat the odds," Sinclair said. "[Cory] is great and experiencing zero symptoms." Evan J. Pretzer More from Evan J. Pretzer Published on: November 8, 2019 \| Last Updated: November 8, 2019 3:10 AM EST Alanna Sinclair, left, and Cory Kaminsky, right, go through the suitcase where they store much of his cancer treatment drugs and some medical documents. Kaminsky was diagnosed with Stage 4 esophageal cancer in March but a new cocktail of drugs has showed promise in treating his condition. Evan J. Pretzer The darkness was long, but the dawn is breaking in Cory Kaminsky and Alanna Sinclair’s life. The Spruce Grove husband and his wife were stunned earlier this year when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 esophageal cancer. They did not realize anything was wrong at first, but, what began as an odd feeling when swallowing turned into regurgitating food and then, hospitals. The doctors in these buildings were not bullish on Kaminsky’s fate. The pair said they were told he could only extend his life from six to 12 months through traditional chemotherapy or radiation. Research pointed them towards the developing immunotherapy treatment field, but, those drugs that target small mutations on the surface of cancer cells are not available for use in Canada. The family raised more than $60,000 for treatment in the United States where they are available and have since received a number of positive developments in their roller coaster of a fight. “We are going to beat the odds,” Sinclair said. “[Cory] is great and experiencing zero symptoms right now.” Sinclair and Kaminsky keep Cory’s cancer treatment drugs in bags like this one. Many of them are highly toxic and so they label them as dangerous to handle. Evan J. Pretzer This comes as a result of a chemo drug cocktail known as VGT. VGT, or vinorelbine-gefitinib-high dose tamoxifen, was tested on Kaminsky’s cancer in May by the Weisenthal Cancer Group out of California. Documents from the scientists indicate it had the strongest response to Kaminsky’s cancer cells out of eight compounds they tested. The pair were ecstatic, when they got the information in New York in August. “I had signed up for a clinical trial where they found I was not eligible, but a lab had done genetic testing,” Kaminsky said. “[The report] was faxed to a prior doctor, but he did not tell us it was received. It came back with fruitful findings and we were mad we did not hear earlier.” This meant their goal of getting into immunotherapy would have to wait. Before one can do so, they have to fail two lines of chemotherapy treatment and their new officials in Canada and the United States have said they want to see how VGT fares before doing anything else. Sinclair added they thought these results would be seen as great news back home, but claimed their old physician did not respond well to the info. “When we got back he was outraged we had met with another doctor,” she said. “There was a high level of emotion during the meeting and we got dropped by him as our oncologist. He then said he would make inquiries of colleagues, but would not tell us their schedules.” They have since gotten a new doctor who they say treats them with far greater courtesy and plan to continue on with seeking the best opinions and treatment options wherever they can find them. Trips to New York for medical advice have been expensive, immunotherapy work in Arizona remains on the horizon and, through it all, the kindness of the community has been a comforting constant in the family’s minds. “It has been challenging for me to go public in this way,” Sinclair said. “But everyone has been good to us.” The continuing Kaminsky journey with cancer is chronicled on their GoFundMe page at Help Cory Kaminsky Beat Cancer #fightwithcory. They are still raising money. epretzer@postmedia.com twitter.com/EvanJPretzer ON THE HORIZON: Humour and honours Light Up Your Life Society spicing up Horizon Stage	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35824
__label__cc	0.687452	0.312548	Honda Dealers Vancouver Find Your New Honda in Vancouver Of all the Honda dealers in Vancouver, you'll be hard pressed to find one with a better reputation for honesty and integrity than Kingsway Honda. In fact, while there are several options when it comes to finding Honda dealers in Vancouver, there is only one Kingsway Honda. Located at 368 Kingsway at E 12th in Vancouver, Kingsway Honda is your premier destination among Honda dealers in Vancouver. What will you find at Kingsway Honda? Not only a complete inventory of the newest 2013 and 2014 Honda models like the Civic, Accord, CR-V, Odyssey and more, but you'll find an extensive used inventory of high-quality Honda vehicles. Of course, Kingsway Honda is known for a lot more than just inventory. At Kingsway Honda, there's a way of doing business that's rare to find these days at other Honda dealers in Vancouver. At Kingsway Honda we pride ourselves on delivering value through old-fashioned honesty and integrity. We do all we can to educate our customers on their vehicle options and their financing options. The result is a happier customer and a more satisfying way of conducting business. We realize that you have options when deciding between Honda dealers in Vancouver, that's why we've made a commitment to providing the best service possible in an effort to gain your business. Honda Service and Repair Centre What else can you expect from Kingsway Honda? How about the very best Honda service center and collision repair show among all other Vancouver Honda dealers? Our friendly and professional technicians have the expertise and experience to solve any problems that you may have with your vehicle. Besides receiving the best service possible, you're also guaranteed to receive the following services at very competitive prices: Front Brake Pad Replacement Wiper Blade Replacement Four Wheel Alignment So the next time you're looking for honest and reliable Honda dealers in Vancouver, consider visiting the team at Kingsway Honda, located at 368 Kingsway at E 12th in Vancouver.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35825
__label__wiki	0.833478	0.833478	Graham: Central Kitsap avoids Bucklin Hill catastrophe The Cougars didn't panic after falling behind Olympic 14-0. Graham: Central Kitsap avoids Bucklin Hill catastrophe The Cougars didn't panic after falling behind Olympic 14-0. Check out this story on kitsapsun.com: https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/sports/2019/09/07/graham-central-kitsap-avoids-bucklin-hill-catastrophe/2247487001/ Jeff Graham, Kitsap Sun Published 3:10 p.m. PT Sept. 7, 2019 \| Updated 10:33 a.m. PT Sept. 9, 2019 For Central Kitsap football players past and present, games against Olympic already come with a feeling of pomp and circumstance. The Cougars and Trojans typically meet in Week 1 to open the season, and when it comes to rivalry games in West Sound, the Battle of Bucklin Hill probably ranks at the top. Week 1 roundup: Bainbridge claims Agate Cup trophy, Bremerton falls Vote here: Kitsap Sun Week 1 football player of the week Friday's game, a 41-17 victory for CK, included more spectacle than usual as Central Kitsap celebrated its first football game played on its home campus since 1985. The Cougars have spent the past three-plus decades trekking to Silverdale Stadium, acting as hosts at a venue that never felt like their own. "Tonight is the dream come true for many former players," Central Kitsap assistant coach and former player Zac Brown commented on Twitter prior to Friday's game. "We play on a field that proudly displays a black and orange CK. We look to the stands and see a black and orange sign that says “Cougar Field.” We now have a place to call home." Olympic''s Clayton Talarico (center) is brought down by Central Kitsap's Owen Meadows (left) and Nigal Hardee (right) during the first quarter of their game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. (Photo: MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN) Fans began lining up at the entrance to the Kitsap Credit Union Athletic. Complex more than two hours before Friday's scheduled 7 p.m. kickoff. Most received commemorative game tickets and/or Battle of Bucklin Hill rally towels as keepsakes. Central Kitsap head coach Mark Keel said the school held a pep assembly on Friday to get everyone's juices flowing hours before game time. "It was crazy," Keel said. Early in the game, it appeared Olympic star Malcolm DeWalt was going to take a flamethrower to the whole idea of Central Kitsap walking away with a victory. He silenced the home fans by taking the opening kickoff 88 yards for a touchdown. A mere 14 seconds into the game, the Cougars trailed 7-0. Wowser!!! @MalcolmDewalt with an 85 yard TD return for a TD. 7-0 Trojans. First play on CK's new field. pic.twitter.com/pUhgkiUCwk — Jeff Graham (@JeffGrahamKS) September 7, 2019 DeWalt doubled the Trojans lead less than two minutes later as he intercepted Central Kitsap quarterback Josh Flaugher's first pass and returned it 31 yards for a score. Central Kitsap's vaunted defense, which returned 10 starters, hadn't even taken the field and the Cougars found themselves down two touchdowns. Senior defensive back Nigal Hardee said his team didn't panic. "Flush it," said Hardee, who intercepted a ball in the end zone to deny Olympic points midway through the first quarter to help turn the momentum. "We're going to go out there and set the tone." As the game wore on, Central Kitsap's defense began to impose its will. It held Olympic to one field goal the rest of the way — and that came after the Cougars fumbled a punt inside their own 20. Flaugher shook off that early interception to throw second-quarter touchdown passes to Jeven Keel and Kalai Pasi to help erase Central Kitsap's deficit. With the Cougars leading 21-17 after three quarters, defensive back Flex Rodenhurst recorded the third interception of Olympic quarterback Zeke Gillick, returning it 75 yards for a touchdown to effectively put the game away. Olympic's Malcolm Dewalt (1) stiff arms Central Kitsap's Alexander Mirador at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. (Photo: MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN) Olympic coach Sal Quitevis Jr., who lost starter Taylor Andrews to a sprained ankle and saw DeWalt and fellow standout Adam Johnson struggle with leg issues, said the Cougars' big roster proved too much to overcome. "They have kind of a platoon going there. We don't have that type of depth," Quitevis said. "We were down to some sophomores and freshmen. ... There's a lot of positives we can work on. We've just got to get better at finishing games." For Central Kitsap, Friday's win wouldn't have been possible without the contributions of junior running back Joshua Willis. He finished with 36 carries for 254 yards and two touchdowns. His final score was a 70-yarder with 2:23 left and put the game away. Willis rarely got to run the ball last season as the understudy to Kitsap Sun player of the year Alex Refilong, so he's itching to get the ball plenty this fall. "I had to show out this game," he said. We'll see how Central Kitsap shows up in Week 2 when the Cougars face Lakes on the road. Here's some other thoughts on the rest of the action from the season's opening week: I managed to go 5-1 with my game picks this week. My one miscue came when Bainbridge knocked off North Kitsap 14-3. I figured that game was going to be low scoring, but I didn't see the Vikings struggling so much offense. They better figure things out in a hurry since defending Olympic League 2A champion Sequim heads to Poulsbo in two weeks. New Klahowya coach Jeff Witte and new South Kitsap coach Dan Ericson took losses in their debuts. The Eagles fell 20-7 at home to Kingston, while South Kitsap posted a 50-0 clunker at Sumner. Since Klahowya's only touchdown came on an interception return, that means four West Sound teams — Klahowya, South Kitsap, North Kitsap and Olympic — didn't score a touchdown on offense in Week 1. Yikes. Losing 33-29 against a Black Hills team that won 11 games last season feels like a win for Bremerton. Coach Paul Theriault won't see it that way, especially since the Knights had a chance to win the game at the end, but that's a good showing by a team with lots of younger players. Jeff Graham covers high school sports for the Kitsap Sun. Reach him at jgraham@kitsapsun.com. Prep Football: Central Kitsap 41, Olympic 17 Olympic''s Clayton Talarico (center) is brought down by Central Kitsap's Owen Meadows (left) and Nigal Hardee (right) during the first quarter of their game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap's Jason Almonte blocks Olympic's Adam Johnson (left) as CK's Kalai Pasi carries the ball down the field at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Adalynn Flaugher, 8, hawks CK football programs prior to the start of the CK vs Olympic game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. Adalynn's brother Joshua is a quarterback for the Central Kitsap Cougars. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Olympci's Malcolm Dewalt intercepts a pass intended for Central Kitsap's Jason Almonte (5) during the first quarter of their game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Olympic's Malcolm Dewalt intercepts a pass intended for Central Kitsap's Jason Almonte (5) during the first quarter of their game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap's Joshua Wills (28) ends up side stepping the tackle attempt by Olympic's Trent Feistner (8) and runs all the way into the end zone during the first quarter of their game against Olympic football at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Olympic's Kamanao Ruis (left) and Angelo Frilles (right) make a grab for Central Kitsap's Joshua Wills (center) at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Olympic's Adam Johnson (10) loses track of the ball after bobbled catch against Central Kitsap at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN A pass goes off the fingertips of Olympic's Malcolm Dewalt late in the 4th quarter during during their game against Central Kitsap at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN A CK cheerleader is tossed into the air as the team gets the crowd pepped up prior to the start of the Central Kitsap vs Olympic football game at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap's Jeven Keel (83) makes a catch in the end zone for a touchdown against Olympic football at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap's Alexander Mirador (right) attempts to strip the ball away from Olympic's Clayton Talarico at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap's Nigel Hardee carries the ball down the field against Olympic at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Olympic's Malcolm Dewalt (1) stiff arms Central Kitsap's Alexander Mirador at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN Central Kitsap vs Olympic football at Cougar Field on Friday, September 6, 2019. MEEGAN M. REID / KITSAP SUN	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35826
__label__wiki	0.942465	0.942465	‘Jeopardy! The Greatest of All Time’ goes all in on comedy, but Ken Jennings has the last laugh “Jeopardy!” contestants James Holzhauer, left, Ken Jennings and Brad Rutter (Eric McCandless / ABC) By Chris Barton The three decorated champions gathered for “Jeopardy! The Greatest of All Time” must possess encyclopedic knowledge along with the nerves of a poker player and a gunslinger’s buzzer-finger. But who would’ve guessed after the third meeting of these game show masters that, of all things, “Jeopardy!” has also got jokes? Sure, the big story is that Ken Jennings is now just one win from being crowned the “Jeopardy!” GOAT after Thursday night, which saw the former champion effectively seal his victory with a daring, all-in bet in Final Jeopardy in the first round. But what sent social media buzzing were the flashes of humor, including references to a recent generation-baiting meme, a Bernie Sanders tagline and, in an affront to those in the thrall of awards season, a helpless response from the former champions when confronted with Oscar trivia. Below, a rundown of some of the key moments — or, as host Alex Trebek said at the close of the episode, “I’d like to welcome you to the ‘Jeopardy!’ comedy hour.” No Oscar winners here Sorry, Alfonso Cuaron and Ang Lee: None of the three brilliant “Jeopardy!” champions could name you as the two foreign-born winners of the Academy Award for directing to not also win best picture. But at least they had a laugh doing so. Though Holzhauer was unlikely to catch Jennings barring an exceptionally foolish bet on his part (more on that later), James offered a half-serious compliment to Trebek as he drew a blank. “Who is the GHOST?” he wrote, followed by an explanation of the ‘greatest host of syndicated TV,’ whom he added was Alex Trebek. Although, lest this seem too pandering, Holzhauer included a scrawl where he started to write ‘Pat Sajak,’ who is the host of “Wheel of Fortune.” The normally high-rolling Holzhauer was clearly out of his comfort zone on the category anyway, having wagered only 908 points. “I wish you had risked more points,” Trebek playfully grumbled. Jeopardy James with the jokes again!!! #JeopardyGOAT @James_Holzhauer pic.twitter.com/e2KLFAgsXN — Drey (@aeallen32) January 10, 2020 Rutter managed little more than deference to the night’s champ with his scrawled response of “Ken es el hombre,” and even Jennings could only get Lee correct. Sensing the mood, Jennings led into revealing his response by saying, “I’m going to do a tight five minutes on airline food.” Still, there was little drama as he risked only $1,200 on a category that revealed a unifying gap among the “Jeopardy!” champions, which may provide a measure of justification for those who don’t pay attention to the Oscars. Still, at least one big Hollywood name took no offense. Also the current @Jeopardy tournament is the greatest televised event of all time — Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) January 10, 2020 The all-in bet giveth, and it taketh away As so often is the case, Thursday hinged upon nerve. Going all in on a Daily Double is something of the Vegas-based Holzhauer’s signature move, but Jennings pulled away in the early game with another big bet, this time on a political crisis involving South Carolina in the 1830s. “I don’t want to do that again,” Jennings said, and yet a short time later, he did exactly that. In Final Jeopardy, he doubled his winnings in with an answer on U.S. Political History, earning a high-five from Holzhauer. Holzhauer would’ve needed some of that same magic to catch him, and seemed well on his way as he ran the board to a 5,000-point lead before a missed Daily Double answer on a garnet knocked him back to level with everyone at zero. In the next game, Brad Rutter found each Daily Double and effectively ended any drama. “You’re welcome,” Rutter joked to Jennings. You want more laughs? ‘Jeopardy!’ has laughs Never shy about dipping into more contemporary trivia, “Jeopardy!” showed it knows memes as well with a reference to “OK, Boomer,” the generation-dividing tagline that swept through social media earlier this year after the creation of a sweatshirt and a subsequent barrage of media hand-wringing. In answering the clue, the quick-witted Jennings recognized a moment. “I get to say it to Alex!” he enthused before answering, “What is ‘OK, Boomer?’ ” “Thank you,” the 79-year-old Trebek, whose age places him in the Silent Generation, replied dryly. They really put Ok Boomer on Jeopardy, I’M SCREAMING!!! #JeopardyGOAT — Monique Jones (@MoCJones) January 10, 2020 Elsewhere, Twitter also lit up in response to the neighboring position of a few categories in one of the games, which were titled “I Wrote” and “The Dam Bill,” a reference to a Bernie Sanders debate sound bite from last summer. What other surprises will “Jeopardy! GOAT” reveal when the champions reconvene Tuesday? Unless Holzhauer and Rutter rally, Jennings will be laughing all the way to his million-dollar prize. Is this real life?😂 "I wrote the "Dam" bill" -@BernieSanders #JeopardyGOAT #Jeopardy pic.twitter.com/SWel4wNH9o — Black Bernie Brother ✊🏾🌹🏳️‍🌈 (@MalcolmAkeem_) January 10, 2020 The comedy kept coming after the episode aired on the East Coast as Holzhauer took to Twitter, but Jennings had the last laugh. My wife is going to make me roleplay as @KenJennings tonight — James Holzhauer (@James_Holzhauer) January 10, 2020 It’s all about timing on the button. — Ken Jennings (@KenJennings) January 10, 2020 Chris Barton is a former staff writer for the Los Angeles Times who wrote about TV, music and pop culture.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35831
__label__cc	0.511313	0.488687	Text Size: A A A A Anniversary Symposium How projects are conducted Māori engagement Statements of Intent & Statements of Performance Expectations Briefing for the Incoming Minister Commissioners' Conflict of Interest Declaration Our role in law reform Te Aka Kōrero Courts and Dispute Resolution Customary and Treaty Settlements Law Each project is an area of law or subject matter that the Law Commission has agreed to review. The Commission works on several projects at a time. Together, these projects make up the Commission's annual work programme. Use the search filters below to find particular projects. For more information on how we work see how we conduct projects. Select198519861987198819891990199119921993199419951996199719981999200020012002200320042005200620072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023 Researching issues (1) Apply Researching issues filter Reviewing submissions (1) Apply Reviewing submissions filter Work on hold (1) Apply Work on hold filter Awaiting Government Response (3) Apply Awaiting Government Response filter (-) Remove Courts and Dispute Resolution filter Courts and Dispute Resolution (-) Remove Family filter Family (-) Remove Evidence filter Evidence (-) Remove Customary and Treaty Settlements Law filter Customary and Treaty Settlements Law Public (47) Apply Public filter Criminal (37) Apply Criminal filter Civil (33) Apply Civil filter Commercial (18) Apply Commercial filter Property/Trusts (15) Apply Property/Trusts filter Consumer (5) Apply Consumer filter Sort by latest activity Simplification of Criminal Procedure (Including Name Supression) Project status: Closed Start date 01 July 2007 Last updated 11 May 2015 The Criminal Procedure (Simplification) project was a joint project between the Ministry of Justice and the Law Commission. It had two objectives: to reduce unnecessary court delays through legislative and operational change, and to create a... Sentencing Establishment Unit Project status: Closed Start date 01 August 2006 Last updated 11 May 2015 This independent unit within the Commission drafted a comprehensive package of sentencing and parole guidelines for consideration by the Sentencing Council when it was established in 2008. Representation Rights under Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993 Project status: Closed Start date 01 December 2000 Last updated 11 May 2015 The purpose of this project is to advise Te Puni Kokiri on proposed changes to section 30 of Te Ture Whenua Mäori Act 1993. Specifically, the Commission was asked to consider the effect of those proposed changes; and whether section 30 is... Subsidising Litigation Project status: Closed Start date 15 October 2000 Last updated 11 May 2015 The purpose of this project is to assist the Ministry of Justice in the context of the work it is currently doing by way of review of the Law Practitioners Act 1982. Simplification of Criminal Procedure Legislation The purpose of this project is to simplify the statutory provisions governing the laying of criminal charges and infringement offences and their progress through the court system to the point of determination, including appeals, so as to remove... In 1997, the Law Commission was approached by the Securities Commission and invited to consider the law relating to retirement villages, as part of a wider project relating to the marketing of undivided interests in land, which would have the... Treaty Making Process This is the Commission's second report directly on matters pertaining to New Zealand's international obligations. The purpose of the project is assist members of Parliament and public with both broad background information and focused direction... Crimes Act 1961–Part 8 Part 8 of the Crimes Act 1961 deals with crimes against the person. The project reviewed the adequacy and coherence of the current offence provisions, considered whether there were any gaps in them and revised maximum penalty levels. The project... Crimes Act 1961–Section 59 Advice provided by the Law Commission to the Justice and Electoral Select Committee on Sue Bradford's Crimes (Abolition of Force as a Justification for Child Discipline) Amendment Bill. Protection of the Intellectually Disabled Project status: Closed Start date 01 January 2002 Last updated 11 May 2015 The purpose of this project is to consider: whether there is a need for clarifying or extending the power of the Family Court to require a person to whom Part I of the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 applies to live in... Copyright © 2020 New Zealand Law Commission. Read our disclaimer and privacy policy. Copyright content on this site is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Click here for more information.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35833
__label__wiki	0.660293	0.660293	Request a Movie Lost Cards Showing On 3, 5, 6 February Monday 6pm, Wednesday 4pm & 6.30pm and Thursday 6pm MA15+ 1hrs 47mins drama \| 2019, Spain Salvador Mallo, a filmmaker in the twilight of his career, remembers his life: his mother, his lovers, the actors he worked with. The sixties in a small village in Valencia, the eighties in Madrid, the present, when he feels an immeasurable emptiness, facing his mortality, the incapability of continuing filming, the impossibility of separating creation from his own life. The need of narrating his past can be his salvation. Strong drug use and brief nudity Original Review John De Sando, It’s Movie Time Extracted By Gill Ireland Antonio Banderas, Asier Etxeandia, Leonardo Sbaraglia PAIN AND GLORY \| Official Trailer HD (2019) Storyline (warning: spoilers) “Without filming, life is meaningless.” Salvador Mallo (Antonio Banderas) Salvador is Pedro Almodóvar’s semi-autobiographical self in Pain and Glory, a drama about an aging Spanish filmmaker dealing with writer’s lassitude, decreasing sexual power, addictions, and memories of childhood that clearly explain his late-in-life challenges. At age 70, Almodóvar has since Julieta, never been better. Nor has Banderas, who, after a heart attack, seems to have himself found a new vigour and depth never before seen. Rejuvenation is all around. The drama, narrated by Salvador, connects the dots of his own life through his films. Writer/director Almodóvar has the audience living through Mallo’s daily boredom, which reveals the numerous incomplete stories and musings, many of which could have been produced. Present are all the rich colours, especially red, and the eccentric life choices. His impediments to a robust life now gradually reveal themselves such as disturbing memories of his mother, a love lost, and most of all addiction to heroin. At the dawn of his ‘70s and the slide of his age, it’s the heroin debility that hurts the most as we watch this genius buckle to the hypnotic power of substance. However, as he reminisces about family and loves of the past, he is energized to re-enter the creative world. As powerful as any force is his youthful, electric mother (Penelope Cruz). When they moved into what looked like a cave, she transformed it into a glamorous catacomb (not a bad metaphor). His close relationship with his aging mother toward the end of the film is an exercise in lyrical, sentimental and loving filmmaking. This is not a memoir, but it is as close as we have, to the auteur glossing the many afflictions he has dealt with his whole life. The result: colourful regret spiced with romance shouting that life is good. And film making. Annual General Meeting 2020 Monday 24th February All members are invited and encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Society on Monday 24th February. The meeting will be conducted before the screening, and is expected to be brief. Any members not wishing to see the screening that night will be able to leave after the meeting, and may return to view the film at another screening that week. If you are considering nominating please speak to one of the present committee. A nomination form must be lodged in writing by Monday 10th February, 2020. About Movies Find out more about films, see what the critics and reviewers have been watching, view movie trailers, and read reviews. About Film Societys The LFS is a member of the Tasmanian Federation of Film Societies (TFOFS), which is on the Australian Council of Film Societies (ACOFS). Find out more about the film society movement in Australia, find other film societies in Tasmania, or start your own film society. Launceston Film Society is proud to support the Bofa Film Festival. © Launceston Film Society 2020. All Rights Reserved. Website by S. Group Tap this button and choose "Add to Home Screen" to add Launceston Film Society to your home screen!	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35835
__label__wiki	0.646883	0.646883	Pushcart Prize XLIV: Best of the Small Presses Each work shines in its own way throughout this new compilation, which upholds the standards set by preceding volumes in the series beautifully. Required reading for students, writers, and seekers of fine literature. Coleridge, the Wordsworths, and Their Year of Marvels: The Making of Poetry Nicolson’s gifts, both as a writer and a scholar, shine brightly, offering readers a thrilling glimpse into the marvelous work that is the “making of poetry.” Interspersed throughout are beautiful and simple woodcuts by artist Tom Hammick that may inspire readers to take up a pen and do a little making of their own. Highly recommended for all libraries. The Criminal Child: Selected Essays Genet, Jean Essential for followers of Genet, inquisitive general readers, and enthusiasts of 20th-century avant-garde French writing. Consider This: Moments in My Writing Life After Which Everything Was Different Palahniuk, Chuck Palahniuk readers--and writers at any career level--likely will devour this vivid and instructive behind-the-scenes tour. These Fevered Days: Ten Pivotal Moments in the Making of Emily Dickinson Ackmann, Martha The compelling, eminently readable, novel-like style of Ackmann’s writing makes this new take on the poet’s artistic and personal growth highly recommended for both scholars and casual readers long captivated by the “Belle of Amherst.” Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space Leduc, Amanda Leduc persuasively illustrates the power of stories to affect reality in this painstakingly researched and provocative study that invites us to consider our favorite folktales from another angle. Unfinished Business: Notes of a Chronic Re-Reader Gornick, Vivian A delightful entry for lovers of literature and literary criticism. The Toni Morrison Book Club Bennett, Juda & others All who pick up this book, from Morrison devotees to newcomers, will discover lessons in the literature to apply to their own lives. They will also feel inspired and wish to be part of a Toni Morrison Book Club of their own. Will: A Memoir Self, Will Readers of William S. Burroughs and Beat literature, as well as experiential journals from Djuna Barnes, Paul Bowles, and Hunter S. Thompson will find here much to endure and enjoy. My Autobiography of Carson McCullers Shapland, Jenn A fine narrative of how the best writers express the deepest secrets of the heart. Took, John While not for beginners, Took’s biography is deeply enriching for those who have some grounding in Dante, for whom this is an essential resource. Shakespeare in a Divided America: What His Plays Tell Us About Our Past and Future Shapiro, James Chock-full of approachable and engaging critical analyses, this work will pique the curiosity of both Shakespeareans and anyone interested in American culture. Best Arts Books 2019 Carol Binkowski, Mahnaz Dar, Melissa Engleman, Annalisa Pešek, Nov 18, 2019 Dig in for music history, trailblazing animators, and incisive critiques of film and TV. The best arts titles published in 2019. James Baldwin: Living in Fire Mullen, Bill V A clear, incisive writer, Mullen succeeds with providing a fresh perspective on an author he so obviously admires. Recommended for readers seeking a broader understanding of the opinions of one of the great writers of the 20th century. Literary Geography: An Encyclopedia of Real and Imagined Settings High school and college students will find excellent examples of how to study the geographical components of literature, while book clubs will discover fresh approaches to old and new classics. Some of Us Are Very Hungry Now: Essays Perry, Andre The strong writing, creative genre use, and authentic voice add up to some high-impact essays. Little Weirds Slate, Jenny This volume mixes the oddball self-examination of Jenny Lawson with moments of poetic insight. Recommended for lovers of fizzy memoirs. Love Unknown: The Life and Worlds of Elizabeth Bishop Travisano, Thomas This definitive account of Bishop’s contributions to American letters will attract both casual readers of her poetry as well as academics with more specialized knowledge of her work. Essays One: Reading and Writing Those familiar with Davis’s work, and even new readers, will find much to ponder—even love South American Journals: January–July 1960 Copious and valuable source material provide students and scholars with noteworthy and new information about the poet. Those interested in the relationship between Eros and Thanatos in Ginsberg’s life and work will be especially rewarded. The Collector of Leftover Souls: Field Notes on Brazil’s Everyday Insurrections Brum, Eliane Beautifully translated from Portuguese by Whitty, these accounts make up an unforgettable compilation documenting the lives of those largely underrepresented in literature. While the stories are specifically Brazilian, the insights they reveal are universal. Top 20 Best-Selling Literary Criticism Titles \| Academic Best Sellers LJ Reviews, Oct 15, 2019 An award-winning portrait of the first African American female author to have a play performed on Broadway, a collection of must-read stories for black girls, and a look at some of the most influential women authors of the past top the list of best-selling literary criticism books, as compiled by GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO. Critical Insights: Censored & Banned Literature Most readers will home in on a specific essay or section, but they will likely find something useful in this wide-ranging text. 97,196 Words: Essays A compelling collection, best suited for sophisticated readers up-to-date on their current affairs, and academic audiences. Me & Other Writings An admirable translation that will enthrall fans of French literature as well as 20th-century history buffs. Inventing Tomorrow: H.G. Wells in the Twentieth Century Cole, Sarah Extensive references and footnotes make this a good choice for readers comfortable with analysis steeped in research. Recommended for larger academic holdings. A worthwhile series installment that should not only interest contemporary readers but also hold a place in the historical record. Virginia Woolf: And the Women Who Shaped Her World Gill, Gillian Despite the occasionally gossipy tone and casual language that detracts from the work’s overall scholarly perspective, this volume will be welcomed by readers and students curious about the cultural aspects of Woolf’s development as a writer. Goodness and the Literary Imagination Morrison, Toni Interestingly, the essayists here, rather than literary experts, specialize in religion, history, theology, and ethics, which provides a refreshing analysis and perspective on Morrison’s work and a valuable contribution to Morrison scholarship. Critical Insights: Richard Wright High school and college students will get a strong sense of Wright’s life, motivations, and creative output. Readers new to the author, as well as devotees, will take away valuable insights. With Child: Lee Child and the Readers of Jack Reacher Martin, Andy A good stopgap read for fans who anxiously await the next Reacher feature, and an amusing look behind the scenes at an author’s creative process. Kingsnorth, Paul Kingsnorth wrote his brilliant first novel, The Wake, in a language he created. This book provides a startling and instructive account of an uncommonly creative consciousness in a state of profound doubt. Good Things Out of Nazareth: The Uncollected Letters of Flannery O’Connor & Friends O’Connor, Flannery Of interest to students of O’Connor and American, especially Southern, mid-20th-century literature. The Peanuts Papers: Writers and Cartoonists on Charlie Brown, Snoopy & the Gang, and the Meaning of Life To be dipped into rather than read through, this volume will appeal to many readers. Anyone who enjoyed the comics or TV specials will recognize their experiences in these pages and have their appreciation of Schulz’s genius renewed. The American Canon: Literary Genius from Emerson to Le Guin Bloom, Harold Because of the esoteric nature of this book, it is primarily geared toward collections with Bloom’s other works and his most ardent readers. The Selected Letters of Ralph Ellison Ellison, Ralph An invaluable volume for Ellison scholars and recommended for all readers interested in American literature. Gilgamesh: The Life of a Poem Schmidt, Michael Schmidt’s book deeply enriches our appreciation of a work already rich. A solid addition to all collections. Dressed in Dreams: A Black Girl’s Love Letter to the Power of Fashion Ford, Tanisha C A winning look at black girl fashion and a solid addition for all collections Dear Scott, Dearest Zelda: The Love Letters of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Fitzgerald, F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Fitzgerald enthusiasts will find these revealing letters sad but insightful A State at Any Cost: The Life of David Ben-Gurion Segev, Tom Scholars and devoted readers of political history, notably of the Middle East, will turn to Segev’s majestic analysis of this pivotal leader for decades to come Think Black: A Memoir Ford, Clyde W Recommended for readers interested in histories of computing and business, and black history, especially regarding STEM Motherhood So White: A Memoir of Race, Gender, and Parenting in America Austin, Nefertiti Austin’s experiences, both positive and negative, are recounted in this fast-paced, heartwarming memoir of motherhood and adoption told through an African American lens. Essential for all libraries. Vanity Fair’s Women on Women A perfect book for dipping into when something longer and more involved would be too much. There are plenty of “I didn’t know that” moments in spite of how well known many of these talented women will be to readers. Write On, Sisters! Voice, Courage, and Claiming Your Place at the Table Despite its tendency toward repetition, this is an overall welcome addition to larger literature and writing collections. The O. Henry Prize Stories 2019: The Best Short Stories of the Year A solid inclusion for libraries with strong contemporary fiction collections. The Wisdom of the Renaissance Kellogg, Michael K Montaigne wrote that reading is “the best provision I have found for this human journey.” Kellogg’s book is well worth taking along. What We Talk About When We Talk About Books: The History and Future of Reading Price, Leah This clear-eyed exploration of the attitudes and trends around reading and books will likely provoke lively discussion. Recommended for anyone with an interest in these favorite forms of entertainment. Talking to Strangers: Selected Essays, Prefaces, and Other Writings 1967–2017 Despite the padding of several slight and flimsy items, this compilation will gratify Auster readers and grace most library shelves. Reading Behind Bars: A Memoir of Literature, Law, and Life as a Prison Librarian Grunenwald, Jill Recommended for those studying library and information science or who are interested in America’s prison system. Make It Scream, Make It Burn: Essays Jamison, Leslie Jamison’s observational skills, genuine empathy, and lack of sentimentality create an intelligent blending of journalism, scholarship (she directs the graduate nonfiction program at Columbia Univ.), and memoir. Sontag: Her Life and Work Moser, Benjamin This excellent portrait of a complicated, brilliant individual will appeal to those interested in late 20th-century culture, LGBTQ studies, and literary scholarship. Lisbon Tales A slice of Lisbon to form a tantalizing tart of tales. Gertrude Stein Has Arrived: The Homecoming of a Literary Legend Accessible and engaging, this fresh look at Stein’s life is especially recommended for those interested in modernist literature. Coventry: Essays Cusk, Rachel These 17 essays are sassy, honest, and memorable. Readers will come away with numerous “aha” moments. White Flights: Race, Fiction, and the American Imagination Row, Jess For readers fascinated by race and reparative writing, now and in American history, and the transformative potential of literature to change minds and emphasize our common humanity. [See Prepub Alert, 2/4/19.] Magill’s Literary Annual, 2019 A good starting point for research into current literature or as a readers’ advisory tool. New Russian Drama: An Anthology Extensive coverage of controversial topics such as sex, drug use, and violence could offend those with a general interest in drama. Moreover, the experimental nature of some of these works will be an obstacle for many readers. Recommended for scholars, theater makers, and readers with a serious interest in world theater. March Sisters: On Life, Death, and Little Women Bolick, Kate & others Recommended for readers seeking a new look at this much-loved classic, the source of Alcott’s inspiration, and how contemporary authors have seen themselves evolve over time. Bagehot: The Life and Times of the Greatest Victorian Grant, James Grant’s readable work both illuminates Bagehot’s life and places his writings in the conservative gold standard context of his time. [See Prepub Alert, 1/7/19.] Roll, David L Recommended for those interested in the latest World War II biographies. [See Prepub Alert, 1/7/19.] The Widow Washington: The Life of Mary Washington Saxton, Martha All readers will value this vivid account that corrects Mary’s record and reveals the dilemmas and distorted sensibility of Virginian slave-holding white women, along with the devastation caused by the Revolutionary War For the Love of Books: Stories of Literary Lives, Banned Books, Author Feuds, Extraordinary Characters, and More Tarrant, Graham The By the Book podcast meets Andre Bernard’s Now All We Need Is a Title, in this compulsively readable collection that may appeal to bibliophiles. Shapes of Native Nonfiction: Collected Essays by Contemporary Writers It’s not hard to imagine this work as a staple of creative writing course syllabi for years to come. A must for any library. Don’t Read Poetry: A Book About How To Read Poems Burt, Stephanie A wonderful guide to a misunderstood art. Essential for all libraries. I’m Telling the Truth, but I’m Lying: Essays Ikpi, Bassey Visceral and unsettling, these essays will not easily be forgotten. A must-read. You Don’t Know Me: The Incarcerated Women of York Prison Voice Their Truths Women of York Prison The writing is polished and the stories compelling and often heartbreaking, but what this volume does best is change the women from faceless criminals into human beings deserving of dignity and compassion. For literary and sociology collections. Kathleen Hale Is a Crazy Stalker: Six Essays Hale, Kathleen Recommended for readers interested in creative nonfiction, especially the essay genre. Magical Realism for Non-Believers Fajardo, Anika A solid choice for large collections, especially where memoirs are popular. Mama’s Boy: A Story from Our Americas Black, Dustin Lance This earnest memoir is somewhat overstuffed with discussions of religion and Hollywood; the greatest appreciation will likely come from readers interested in a heartfelt look at self-acceptance as well as the complexities of family or personal stories about mending divides between liberal and conservative Smith, Anna Deavere Creative and highly thought-provoking, this work should be read not only by those who wish to perform the monologs but by anyone seeking to understand an increasingly frightening and pervasive social ill. The Ministry of Truth: The Biography of George Orwell's 1984 Lynskey, Dorian While similar in approach to William Steinhoff's George Orwell and the Origins of 1984, this is an important contribution to Orwell studies and a timely introduction to the man and his most famous achievement. Words and Worlds: From Autobiography to Zippers Highly recommended for Lurie's fans and admirers of the essay genre. Becoming Dr. Seuss: Theodor Geisel and the Making of an American Imagination Jones, Brian Jay This attractive biography should be on the bedside reading table of thousands of Dr. Seuss lovers, and deservedly so. A di Prima Duo \| Literature, March 2019 LJ Reviews, Mar 21, 2019 Readers interested in di Prima and her bohemian fraternity will appreciate this memoir; for libraries serious about American history and poetry Literary Criticism, December 2018 \| Best Sellers LJ Reviews, Dec 20, 2018 January 2018 to date as identified by GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO Pride and Prejudice Redux \| Fiction Reviews Austen devotees will rejoice in this respectful cross-cultural update to a beloved classic; this charming tale told by Eliza Bennet's rival will allow enthusiasts to peer through the windows of Mr. Darcy's Pemberly estate Book The Halls: 28 Holiday Titles To Add to Your Wish Lists Stacey Hayman, Sep 14, 2018 A small sampling of our favorite holiday titles that readers can relax with or give to that special someone A Literary Guide to Washington, DC: Walking in the Footsteps of American Writers from Francis Scott Key to Zora Neale Hurston Roberts, Kim The perfect accompaniment for a literature-inspired vacation in the U.S. capital. The compact size, clearly labeled maps, and succinct, informative text make this a handy guide to slip into your suitcase. The Traveling Feast: On the Road and at the Table with America's Finest Writers Bass, Rick. This literary travelog is ideal for fans of Bass and the authors he celebrates. [See Prepub Alert, 1/8/18.] Seeger, Peggy An engrossing read for all, even those who don't know their folk music history. (Memoir, 12/13/17) Gurba, Myriam Gurba is a writer for our times; her memoir brings a powerful perspective. (Memoir, 10/20/17) Flunk. Start. Reclaiming My Decade Lost in Scientology Hall, Sands An early candidate for memoir of the year, this is a thrilling story of one woman's search for truth and her place in the world. (Memoir, 1/12/18) The Milk Lady of Bangalore: An Unexpected Adventure Narayan, Shoba An absolute joy to read. Through her close encounters with the bovine kind, Narayan shows how Indian traditions are incorporated into contemporary ways of life. (Memoir, 10/20/17) I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death A heartfelt meditation on the fragility and wonder of life, O'Farrell's work emphasizes the body's desire to fight for survival, even as it takes on challenges from all sides. (Memoir, 12/13/17) A Literary Tour de France: The World of Books on the Eve of the French Revolution Darnton, Robert Deftly written, this thoughtful and well-researched work will appeal to a wide variety of readers; scholars and casual fans of printing history will enjoy this insider's look that is both informative and entertaining. Making the Monster: The Science Behind Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Harkup, Kathryn Anyone interested in where Shelley's ideas may have come from will find a multitude of context in Harkup's volume. This is fascinating for those interested in the development of sf and in the difficult life of one of the genre's first authors. Frankenstein: How a Monster Became an Icon; The Science and Enduring Allure of Mary Shelley's Creation Eddy Von Mueller Readers fond of Shelley's original work, as well as those who enjoy consuming the culture it's spawned and influenced, will find this a book to savor, and despite edited compilations not being the usual choice for book groups, this could be a stellar choice for any pop-culture savvy group that's recently worked with Shelley's title. Recommended. Highbrow, Lowbrow, Brilliant, Despicable: Fifty Years of New York Magazine This gift-worthy coffee-table book will delight readers of the magazine and enthusiasts of its namesake city. The Story of The Face: The Magazine That Changed Culture Gorman, Paul Fans of 1980s and 1990s alternative music and fashion will appreciate this retrospective, as will students of journalism and graphic design. The Wine Lover's Daughter Fadiman, Anne A fascinating book with something to interest anyone; a pure reading pleasure. [See "Reconciling Histories, Unraveling Mysteries," ow.ly/IGNv30fklIH]. Montaigne in Barn Boots: An Amateur Ambles Through Philosophy Perry, Michael One couldn't hope for a better introduction to the work of Perry or Montaigne. [See "Families & Addiction, Philosophers, Two Debuts, & Joyce Maynard"; ow.ly/X70F30fkmkA.] Where the Past Begins Readers of Tan's novels will enjoy learning about the inspiration behind many of her stories. Book clubs and those who enjoy writers' memoirs, stories about difficult families, or children-of-immigrants narratives will also find much to savor. [See Prepub Alert, 4/24/17.] Sleepless Nights and Kisses for Breakfast: Reflections on Fatherhood Bussola, Matteo A perfect summer read that will allow parents, dads especially, to reflect upon their own experiences raising children. We Are All Shipwrecks Carlisle, Kelly Grey Moving and complex, this is an exquisitely written tale of perseverance and unconditional love. A worthwhile addition to any collection. Ars Botanica: A Field Guide Taranto, Tim This singular account will make readers wish that Taranto was a more polished writer and thinker. Cove, Lou A very fine family memoir that proves, in a variety of ways, that things are not always what they seem. Fall Down 7 Times Get Up 8: A Young Man's Voice from the Silence of Autism Higashida, Naoki Recommended with reservations for readers who enjoyed The Reason I Jump or those seeking deeper insight into one man's distinctive struggle. [See Prepub Alert, 2/16/17.] Stitching with Beatrix Potter: Stitch, Sew & Give 10 Adorable Projects Featuring Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck & Friends Hill, Michele Hill's designs celebrate the best-known works of Potter, while also bringing some of her lesser-known botanical illustrations to the forefront. Quilters interested in machine appliqué, as well as fans of Potter's work, will enjoy this collection. 'Over the Hills and Far Away': The Life of Beatrix Potter Dennison, Matthew Dennison writes a concise summary of Potter's inspirations and legacy; fans already familiar with her life and works may want a more comprehensive retelling. A spectacularly entertaining and elucidating collection of stories with wide crossover appeal. Essential for all collections.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35836
__label__cc	0.565498	0.434502	2010 Landslide Fire Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, 3L in Wood Box SKU: 10RB3L This rocking quartet of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec greets the senses with an aromatic prelude of blackberry, blueberry, and violet. The inky dark color of this ripe, voluptuous medley segues into a concentrated palate of cassis and cacao nibs, with harmonious notes of black licorice. The gravelly minerality of the Twin Peaks Vineyard is a finale that begs for an encore. Stephen Tanzer's The majority of this fruit was sourced from two distinctive blocks named after the rock songs “Landslide” and “Light My Fire,” located on our estate Twin Peaks Vineyard. The gravelly loam in “Light My Fire” produces opulent Cabernet with ripe, dark fruit and plush tannins. The hillside, terraced vines of Malbec in “Landslide” offer an intense aromatic lift to the blend. Grapes were picked in the darkness of the early morning hours, and immediately subjected to rigorous selection by our three-tiered hand-sorting system. The berries were gently gravity-delivered to tank by our distinctive crane system, minimizing disruption of berry integrity. Cold soaks lasted approximately five to eight days and native fermentations were managed via a combination of délestage, punchdowns and pumpovers. Extended maceration for four to five weeks fine-tuned our tannin profiles. The wine underwent twenty-one months of elevage in 100% new French oak. The final blend is composed of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Malbec.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35844
__label__wiki	0.556094	0.556094	Cool-Girl Sunnies Are Trending—And We Want All Of These Photo via: @alyssainthecity Trend lovers, rejoice! Cool-girl glasses are taking over and there are options for every aesthetic and vibe. From oversized, futuristic styles to sleek micro oval shapes that'll replace your classic wayfarer's, shop our favorite sunglasses to update your outfits this year. Posted by Cortne Bonilla Labels: 2019 TRENDS, CORTNE, SHOPPING, SPRING/SUMMER INSPIRATION, SUNGLASSES Visit LeFashion's profile on Pinterest. Blog Archive January (71) December (128) November (112) October (123) September (83) August (71) July (55) June (64) May (71) April (97) March (110) February (75) January (108) December (54) November (20) October (23) September (14) August (13) July (26) June (44) May (34) April (43) March (35) February (31) January (40) December (40) November (30) October (41) September (64) August (60) July (53) June (35) May (32) April (35) March (41) February (55) January (64) December (63) November (83) October (98) September (101) August (119) July (92) June (183) May (226) April (68) March (57) February (17) January (29) December (27) November (29) October (37) September (24) August (23) July (42) June (35) May (37) April (37) March (25) February (23) January (31) December (33) November (41) October (30) September (28) August (23) July (32) June (27) May (42) April (49) March (53) February (39) January (36) December (27) November (24) October (25) September (27) August (25) July (25) June (24) May (27) April (21) March (26) February (21) January (25) December (22) November (17) October (27) September (27) August (25) July (32) June (27) May (32) April (30) March (30) February (32) January (31) December (30) November (38) October (35) September (39) August (34) July (34) June (24) May (29) April (33) March (40) February (39) January (36) December (37) November (42) October (42) September (43) August (45) July (48) June (39) May (44) April (49) March (57) February (46) January (54) December (52) November (66) October (87) September (102) August (110) July (93) June (101) May (98) April (93) March (90) February (89) January (49) December (38) November (69) October (84) September (136) August (127) July (190)	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35846
__label__wiki	0.984215	0.984215	'We just want' - Ben Chilwell's message to England fans after Liverpool's Joe Gomez was booed at Wembley Gomez has been at the centre of a media storm this week after his altercation with Raheem Sterling at St George's Park which saw the Manchester City forward dropped Leicester City and England defender Ben Chilwell says the whole squad is behind Joe Gomez after he was booed against Montenegro. The Liverpool defender was jeered by home fans at Wembley as he came on as a second-half substitute in the 7-0 win that sealed Euro 2020 qualification. Gomez has been at the centre of a media storm this week after his altercation with Raheem Sterling at St George's Park which saw the Manchester City forward dropped. Sterling and boss Gareth Southgate fiercely condemned the crowd who booed him and said it was unacceptable. Chilwell also spoke out on the matter, insisting no player should be abused by their own fans. "I have known Joe for a long time and it is not nice to hear that sort of thing," he said. 'Most Arsenal thing' - Leicester City star has Gunners fans saying the same thing "No one deserves to get booed, everyone is behind Joe he is a great player and a great guy and we all support everyone. "I just want and everyone wants the fans to get behind the whole team. We are going to support Joe and Joe is a very strong character. "He played well when he came on and we are all behind him. "Joe is a strong character. He has been great this week in training. His normal self. We all moved on from it the day after it happened. "We are going to be supportive of him and behind him. "Everyone has moved on from it in the camp. We just want everyone else, the fans, to move on from it as well." Leicester City FC'No chance' - how Nick Pope got the better of Jamie Vardy in Burnley's win over Leicester CityBurnley 2-1 Leicester City reaction \| The Foxes slipped to a second successive defeat after taking the lead at Turf Moor, with Jamie Vardy’s penalty miss crucial with the score level Leicester City FCSerhou Guirassy and every other player linked with a January transfer to Leicester CityLeicester City transfer news \| The January transfer window is open and Brendan Rodgers could be looking to add to his squad ahead of the second half of their Premier League campaign	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35847
__label__wiki	0.709922	0.709922	Don’t Fall for the 5GE Lie A quick explainer about the difference between true 5G and AT&T's 5GE Adrian Mangel / Lifewire Lance Ulanoff Editor-in-Chief, Lifewire.com Lance Ulanoff is Lifewire's EIC and a veteran technology journalist (formerly EIC of Mashable and PC Magazine). He's on TV a lot, too. An open-plan office is good for many things, like quick conferences with coworkers sitting across the aisle and easy access to someone else’s trashcan. It’s also prime territory for a little eavesdropping. I was focused on a different edition of your favorite newsletter when I overheard what might be best described as a spirited discussion. “I have 5G,” said one coworker. “You do not,” replied the other. “It says 5G here,” said the first guy, holding up his iPhone. “Not possible, your phone doesn’t have a 5G Chip.” It's 5GE, the sort of, but not, 5G flavor. Lifewire This went on for long enough that I got up and inserted myself into the conversation. “Is it 5GE and you’re on AT&T?” I asked. The guy who thought he had 5G blinked at me and then I saw the light of recognition. “Yes…I think it is 5GE.” Hello, Not Really 5G A couple of years ago, AT&T announced its intention to launch 5G Evolution (5GE), what it calls, to this day, “our first step on the road to 5G. We’re starting by enabling faster speeds on our existing LTE network.” As that statement makes clear, 5GE is not built on a 5G network, it’s an optimization of existing LTE technologies to squeeze an incremental speed boost out of the existing 4G LTE system. What is 5G, Anyway? 5G mobile broadband connectivity, which is rolling out in a handful of markets across the country (Verizon announces new cities almost every week), is predicted to fundamentally change digital communications, and not just between your smartphone and a cell tower, but between smart devices, cars, infrastructure, and more. Just recently, Verizon used a 5G backbone to power internal communications at the Emmys. The road to 5G ubiquity has been slow and bumpy because, even leaving 5GE out of the picture, there are a number of competing and confusing 5G flavors: Millimeter Wave Millimeter Wave 600 Hz Ultra Wideband Don’t worry about trying to understand what any of those mean. What matters here is that all these 5G versions have speeds that far surpass the best 4G LTE has to offer. 5G can, according to preliminary tests in Chicago, achieve speeds of up to 600 Mbps. Good 4G LTE can get you connection speeds of between 30 and 36 Mbps. Most reports put 5GE speeds at around 40 Mbps. In other words, not much faster than LTE. In some cases, 5GE has been reported as slower than LTE. My coworker admitted that sometimes his 5GE is slower than what he gets when connected to LTE. These Are Real 5G Phones The problem with AT&T calling its 5GE network 5G is that the phones where it’s currently showing up literally do not have 5G-capable modems. No Apple iPhone—not even the collection of new iPhone 11s Apple just launched last week—is 5G-capable. Yet all of them can display the 5GE icon on their home screens. We can kind of understand why Apple’s okay with this. It lets them look like they’re in the 5G game without actually being in the game until they’re technically ready. It’s Not Real But we're less sanguine about what AT&T is pulling here. This marketing scheme is misleading consumers who are interested in 5G but do not fully understand it or its implications. In any other consumer category or service, consumers would be up in arms. Imagine, for example, filling your car tank with “Super Unleaded E” gas only to learn that the fuel is just a slightly better version of regular unleaded (maybe with more Ethanol) and not “Super” at all. 5GE is not built on a 5G network, it’s an optimization of existing LTE technologies When we asked AT&T directly about if it’s concerned about creating confusion surrounding hardware-based 5G, a company spokesperson sent me back this statement: “As we’ve stated since we first introduced 5G Evolution in January 2017, it’s our first step on our path to 5G, [and it] offers an enhanced wireless experience and is available in over 500 markets today—using optimized, advanced technologies and additional spectrum to deliver up to 2X faster speeds than AT&T standard LTE on capable devices.” So, what is “an enhanced wireless experience”? Is it a misguided belief that you have something you don’t really have? Is it a wedge between AT&T and those networks that are only offering 5G service to those with 5G phones? There has been turmoil in mobile broadband networks in the past, but I’ve never seen such a blatant attempt to muddy the waters and sow confusion. I eventually told the co-worker, as gently as possible, that he was wrong in his assertion that he has 5G, but added that it’s not his fault. The blame sits with AT&T, which, in 500 markets, has now convinced thousands of unsuspecting customers that they have 5G on their old 4G LTE phones when they definitely do not. You will hear a lot more about 5G networks and phones in the next 24 months, but until you buy a phone that will probably have 5G in the name (Samsung, Motorola, and LG all have them) and you are living in a neighborhood with 5G cell towers, you are not on a 5G network. Do not believe anyone who tries to convince you otherwise. Like this column? Get more like it delivered directly to your inbox. Sign-up for Untangled, a more sensible approach to technology. AT&T 5G: When and Where You Can Get It (Updated for 2020) What Does 5G Mean and How Fast Is It? T-Mobile 5G: When and Where You Can Get It (Updated for 2020) The 14 Best 5G Phones of 2020 When Is 5G Coming to the US? (Updated for 2020) When Will 5G Be Available in Your Country? 5G: The Latest News & Updates 5G Spectrum and Frequencies: Everything You Need to Know 5G Cell Towers: Why You See Them and How They Work When Is 5G Coming to the UK? (Updated for 2020) T-Mobile & Sprint Merger: What It Means When Is 5G Coming to Australia? (Updated for 2020) 6G: What It Is & When to Expect It Will 5G Change the Thanksgiving Day Parade Forever? 5G Speed: How to Understand the Numbers What's a Mobile Network, and How Does It Work?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35850
__label__wiki	0.627546	0.627546	Firebird 1.0 final release Mariuz writes: “The Firebird Project is proud to announce the immediate availability of Firebird 1.0 for Linux, Windows and MacOS X. Other directly supported platforms (FreeBSD, Solaris, HP-UX) should follow shortly.” LinuxLaboratory.org call for papers njcajun writes: “LinuxLaboratory.org, a banner-ad free community site devoted to administrators of *nix servers and networks, is looking for any and all writers who can document some of the more advanced uses of Linux. Some ideas are: ‘Linux in a Mixed LDAP/NIS environment’, ‘Solving Problems through Clustering’, ‘Development for Linux on the Itanium’, and ‘Step-by-Step: a Custom Bootable Redhat Distro CD’. Writers own their submissions, and are credited as such. Papers should be addressed to njcajun _AT_ LinuxLaboratory _DOT_ org.” Bynari offering free Linux groupware suite LinuxPR: “Bynari’s InsightConnector allows Microsoft(R) Outlook users to uncouple their dependence on Microsoft Exchange. To test it, a user needs an IMAP server. So what’s the problem? Outlook users need an Open Source advocate to help them through the murky waters of freedom.” ‘We’ll play nicely’ says Microsoft BBC.co.uk: ” Steve Ballmer was sharing the platform with German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder when he acknowledged his company had a less than perfect track record as far as trustworthiness went.” Everything XMMS DocTomoe writes: “While many Linux users wouldn’t think a second about playing music on a Linux box, others can’t live without it. iMacLinux has a guide that will show you a bit through the possibilities of XMMS and why it has become the “standard” Linux music player. Screenshots included.” Debian developer wins gold in Salt Lake City Debian Planet reports that a Debian developer has won two gold medals at this year’s Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City. MandrakeSoft, here we go again – By Jack Bryar – I love MandrakeSoft. I love its product. I think its software team is great, but the company’s recent “strategy” of begging for money is ridiculous posture for any for-profit company. It may be time for MandrakeSoft to return to its roots. It must be that time of the year. My local National Public Radio affiliate is begging for money. At least four times a year, the airwaves at the lower end of the FM dial are clogged up with boring mid-level executives, whining for dough and threatening to drive their Volvos over to CBS if I don’t fork over another $10 a month. This means they have come begging only twice as often as MandrakeSoft during the last year. I have a problem with this. I don’t mind being guilt-tripped into forking over a little dough to my local public radio station. After all, where else will you hear a music marathon featuring the Portsmouth Symphonia? Certainly not on commercial radio. I do have a problem with making regular contributions to the folks at MandrakeSoft, not that they have stopped asking. About a year ago, they were warning everyone that they were having trouble making ends meet, and were effectively soliciting contributions. Last summer the company put together a multimillion dollar IPO of sorts, selling off 20% of the company for a little under $4 million dollars. That was nearly $4 million raised despite the fact that MandrakeSoft had nothing in the way of decent financial prospects, and no obvious business plan that would ever turn the company into a promising investment. I cheered them on. Last May, I suggested that there was a good case to be made for Mandrake, although not a particularly good financial case. I did think the company might be able to keep its burn rate under control until executives there figured out a way to run the company as a business. the end of the year, Mandrake was asking enthusiasts to chip in $5 dollars a month to join something called the Mandrake Club. By the beginning of this week, the company was back louder than ever, stating that, the “Mandrake Linux distribution’s short-term future is in jeopardy due to a simple factor: money.” The newest fund-raising gimmick? Corporate club memberships, with fees ranging from $2,500 to $100,000. Among the perks: direct downloads from Mandrake servers. MandrakeSoft is assuring users that its current financial straits are temporary. The company is about to release version 8.2 of Linux Mandrake. The company expects to be profitable in 90 days. Of course, the company also planned to be profitable 90 days This really wouldn’t be a problem if MandrakeSoft was a little more like National Public Radio. No one ever figured that NPR would become self sufficient. Likewise, MandrakeSoft was originally set up as a non-profit. It began its existence as a volunteer project to upgrade and localize Red Hat’s version of Linux, combined with the KDE user interface. Almost from the day the company declared itself a profit-seeking corporation, observers have had trouble figuring out how the firm expected to make money, although MandrakeSoft leaders keep insisting they are going to try. And that’s silly. In some ways, the company is a lot like your local public radio station. Public radio puts out a reasonably good product and owns the top income demographics in most markets. However, it has no means of forcing its user base to pay for its services. MandrakeSoft, more than most Linux firms, has the same problem. There’s a reason that Linux firms like Red Hat walked away from the end-user, desktop business. Setting up and managing a massive server farm at companies like AOL requires plenty of onsite support and more than a little custom development. There’s a potential revenue stream and an obvious market. By comparison, MandrakeSoft’s desktop Linux is a shrinkwrapped product. No matter how good it is, there’s little need for support and there’s no reason that a company should ever have to fork over cash for anything other than the minimum single license to run an entire floor of workstations. One important difference is that NPR is supposed to be a non-profit. MandrakeSoft isn’t. The company is backed by firms like AXA and ABN Amro — both gigantic financial service companies. Since when did you send a love offering to your local bank? In addition, the company has yet to float 80% of its stock. Last I checked, the current trading price was still trading at around $3.50. If MandrakeSoft needs to raise a little cash, it could always sell some of the remaining stock. If selling stock or heading to the bank is not an option for Mandrake, the firm may have to face the fact that it may not be viable as a for-profit entity. It may be painful, but it’s not the end of the world. Other firms have restructured. Plenty of private schools, water and sewer companies, hospitals and real-estate holding companies have made the transition to becoming non-profit institutions. There’s no reason a software developer couldn’t do the same thing. And when MandrakeSoft does, I’ll mail it a nice contribution. Linux group plots business desktop domination Anonymous Reader writes “silicon.com carries a story that a pressure group called OpenForum Europe has been created to speed the take-up of open source software (OSS) in UK businesses. Comments are invited from registered users” Lindows.com information LPH writes “Just thought NewsForge readers would be interested in an email sent out by Michael Robertson. It appears they are about ready for Preview 2 of Lindows and a ruling from the Judge regarding the Lindows.com name.” NetBSD at the 4th Chemnitz Linux-day: a daemon among penguins From BSD Today: “March 9/10 was a big “Linux” event at the university of Chemnitz, Germany. About 1500 attendees visited technical sessions in several tracks, went to the “install fest”, watched demonstrations or participated in workshops. The event also had some BSD content: a booth with (Net)BSD was available as well as several presentations mentioning NetBSD in detail.”	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35855
__label__cc	0.576115	0.423885	Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 22 Chapter 23 Chapter 24 Chapter 25 Chapter 26 Chapter 27 Chapter 28 Chapter 29 Chapter 30 Chapter 31 Chapter 32 Chapter 33 Chapter 34 Chapter 35 Chapter 36 Chapter 37 Chapter 38 Chapter 39 All Themes Identity, Choice, and Divergence Strength, Selfishness, and Selflessness Competition, Groups, and Rivalries Fear, Bravery, and Maturity Women and Sexuality All Characters Beatrice Prior / Tris Tobias / Four Peter Natalie Prior Eric Al Andrew Prior All Symbols Tattoos Divergence Mirror Instant downloads of all 1202 LitChart PDFs (including Divergent). Identity, Choice, and Divergence Strength, Selfishness, and Selflessness Competition, Groups, and Rivalries Fear, Bravery, and Maturity Women and Sexuality Beatrice Prior / Tris Tobias / Four Natalie Prior Andrew Prior Divergent Chapter 21 Summary & Analysis LitCharts assigns a color and icon to each theme in Divergent, which you can use to track the themes throughout the work. It’s been 4 days since Tris spoke to Tori. In that time, the Erudite community has published two more articles like the one Peter read—criticizing Abnegation in general and Tris’s father Andrew in particular. Tension is building between Erudite and Abnegation, and thus between the different factions of the city. It seems likely that war and a breakdown of the city’s structure is on the horizon. Tris takes a walk by herself. She considers all the hallucinations she’s faced in the past few days: drowning, catching fire, watching her family bleed to death, and—in the most recent hallucination—being forced to shoot her own family. Thinking about these episodes makes Tris realize something: she’s always been Dauntless, even when she lived in Abnegation. Tris knows that she’s Divergent, but she’s still thinking in terms of the factions. She assumes she must be one faction or the other, so now she believes that her true identity is Dauntless. Essentially she’s still just trying to “fit in.” Soon after, Tris goes through another simulation: in this simulation, an armed man forces her to shoot her own family (similar to an earlier simulation she experienced). In the middle of her hallucination, she looks up and sees Four standing beside her—“I know this isn’t real,” she says. Tris wonders if Four is also Divergent. Tris puts two and two together: if Four could identify her own Divergence, he’s probably Divergent, too. It’s notable that Tris’s nightmares continue to revolve around her family’s deaths—she’s still anxious about abandoning her parents. Every evening now, Tris falls asleep while her peers cry and scream: they’ve been far more shaken by their hallucinations than she has. On this particular evening, she returns to her dormitory to find the new rankings. She’s surprised to see that she’s been ranked first, just ahead of Peter. Tris notices Peter giving her a look of pure hatred. Peter shouts that Tris is manipulating everyone around her—pretending to be a weak girl in order to get an advantage in the rankings. Will seems curious about this, and he asks Tris if it’s true that she’s manipulative, but Tris denies it. Frustrated, she leaves the dormitory and tries to find somewhere to be alone. Where before Tris was the weak, insecure one, now her peers have shown their true colors: they have deep psychological weaknesses (and perhaps scars), laid bare by the hallucinogenic serum. Because of her Divergence—and, perhaps, her happy childhood, thoughtfulness, and maturity as a human being—Tris is less susceptible to the serum’s influence. Once again, the spirit of competition and strength in Dauntless assumes a selfish motive for everything, so everyone naturally believes that Tris is manipulative. Get the entire Divergent LitChart as a printable PDF. Outside the dormitory, Tris runs into Lynn, Uriah, and Marlene. They congratulate her on her high ranking, and tell her she’s practically guaranteed a spot in the top ten because of her performance so far. Lynn, Uriah, and Marlene are also very highly ranked in their own, separate standings for the native-born Dauntless: they’re all in the top four. Tris’s friends show her the guns they’ve borrowed: they plan to use them to practice their aim (Lynn assures Tris that the guns aren’t real; they shoot pellets). Tris now seems closer to the native-born Dauntless than the transfer recruits, and it’s not hard to see why. Because the native Dauntless aren’t vying for a mere ten spots, they’re more secure in their status in the world, and thus a little less competitive. Tris, by the same token, doesn’t have to worry about being attacked or sabotaged while she’s around Uriah. As the friends practice their aim, Four interrupts them. He explains that students aren’t allowed to practice with guns so late in the day—he orders everyone back to their dormitories, and promises not to tell Eric about their indiscretion. Tris wonders to herself if Four has read the Dauntless manifesto, which praises the value of standing up for the weak and helpless. As Tris walks back to her dormitory, Four tells her not to worry; “It’ll be over soon.” Reflexively, Tris grabs Four’s hand, and her heartbeat quickens. Tris has become more mature, and is now ready to question her authorities’ leadership—thus, she wonders if Four is aware how corrupt the Dauntless have become. Tris continues to be attracted to Four, as his combination of toughness, sensitivity, and intelligence seem to mirror her own (and he’s also generally portrayed as just an ideal “love interest” for her). Back in the dormitory, Tris gets in bed. She wonders if it’s really worth it to be Dauntless. Late at night, she gets up to drink some water and overhears Eric talking to a woman she doesn’t know. The woman reminds Eric that his priority is rooting out “Divergent rebels.” Eric promises to find the rebels, acknowledging that it was the mysterious woman who had him appointed to the Dauntless government in the first place. Previously, Tris had been eager to be accepted as Dauntless, but now that she stands a chance of becoming truly Dauntless, Tris begins to doubt whether it’s worth it—especially now that she knows how corrupt and violent the faction as become. This mirrors the way Tris realizes her danger to Eric and the Dauntless leadership: she can never really be Dauntless because she’s Divergent. As Tris listens to this exchange, she feels someone pull her to the ground and cover her eyes and mouth—it’s Peter, along with some other boys. Cackling wickedly, Peter carries Tris to the chasm. Tris, now blindfolded, realizes that one of the other boys who’s carrying her is Al. We’ve already seen Peter sabotage his fellow recruits in order to get ahead in the game. Here, we’re shocked to find that Al is in on the plan, too: he’s allied himself with a stronger bully and turned against his former friend. Tris senses that she’s very close to the chasm railing. She bites the hand that’s over her mouth, and receives a punch to the face in return. Suddenly, Tris hears cries and shouts. A few moments later, Four pulls the blindfold off Tris’s face—he’s defended her from Peter and the others. Tris is tough and self-reliant, but not to the point where she can fight off a group of boys. She continues to depend on Four to survive—as evidenced by this scene, in which he seems to save Tris from being murdered. Arn, Jackson. "Divergent Chapter 21." LitCharts. LitCharts LLC, 9 May 2016. Web. 19 Jan 2020. Arn, Jackson. "Divergent Chapter 21." LitCharts LLC, May 9, 2016. Retrieved January 19, 2020. https://www.litcharts.com/lit/divergent/chapter-21.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35856
__label__wiki	0.527118	0.527118	He did what? No way! — Fanfiction to the rescue "I don't give a damn"? That's it? The end? A thousand pages (and let's be honest here: that 2nd part really d-r-a-g-s) ... just so Rhett can tell Scarlett to take a hike? Sometimes we don't like an author's choices, but what's a reader do? Well, some take matters into their own hands and turn themselves into writers. Thus the birth of Fanfiction [fæn'-fik-shun]. Fanfiction is just what it sounds like—amateur stories crafted by a fan of a particular work, featuring the same characters but a different plot...or point of view...or ending. Critics may debate its merit, but fanfiction is gaining in popularity—and it looks like it’s here to stay! Take a look at FanFiction, a site that hosts 100s-of-1,000s of stories created by readers who want something more from a book...or maybe who simply want to pit their own nascent talents against the pros. Here's a smattering of what's offered: Original Works # of Fanfiction Spinoffs Harry Potter 685,000 Twilight 216,000 Hunger Games 39,500 Pride and Prejudice 3,400 Gone With the Wind 838 The Fault in Our Stars 494 Kite Runner 57 One Hundred Years of Solitude 3 Have some fun reading any of these re-works: Click HERE to see the complete list—1,000s of original works which have led to spinoffs. Then just scan down the list and click . . . wherever. Though some in the published world support fanfiction (Meg Cabot, author of the Princess Diaries series got her start writing fanfiction), other well-known authors—George R.R. Martin and Anne Rice, to name two—resent budding writers who try to gain exposure by piggy-backing on their works. On the other hand, where's the line in determining what stories are fanfiction and which aren't? Remember Gregory Maguire's Wicked and Jeany Ryhs' Wide Sargasso Sea? They're only two of a very long list of reimaginings of famous works. Even Gone With the Wind has its spinoffs. For a better appreciation of just how much literary reworking is done, see our LitBlog post from 2010: Old Wine in New Bottles. Still, while it can be flattering for authors to have their works emulated by an aspiring writer, it can be equally as frustrating to fight of iterations of a story that aren't what the author imagined. What do you think? Is fanfiction good writing practice for buddingwriters? Or is it muddying the waters for readers? —Kristi Spuhler for LitLovers	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35857
__label__cc	0.676134	0.323866	Russia/CIS Port & Logistics Corporate Investigations, Compliance & Defence More Expertise © Loyens & Loeff 2020 Partner - Tax adviser Gijs Melching Gijs Melching is a member of Loyens & Loeff’s International Services practice group, the France Region Team and the Spain/Portugal Region team. Previously he was non-executive director of Loyens & Loeff N.V. until 31 December 2013. About Gijs Melching Gijs specialises in international tax consultancy relating to reorganisations, mergers, joint ventures, takeovers and financing and holding schemes. He advises on international tax planning and counsels listed companies in the field of corporate tax, foreign tax systems and transfer pricing. He also advises Dutch subsidiaries of foreign companies on corporate tax and reorganisations. His clients include foreign multinationals seeking advice on international tax matters, such as acquisition and financing structures. • International Fiscal Association (IFA) Business Economics, University of Groningen, 1984 Tax law, University of Groningen, 1984 E: gijs.melching@loyensloeff.com deal - 07 May 2019 Loyens & Loeff advised Orange on the acquisition of SecureLink from Investcorp icon--arrow-left show more	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35860
__label__cc	0.731182	0.268818	The Flourishing Neighborhood Index Leaders Lab City Shapers Holistic Neighborhood Development A method, a manifesto, and a movement We are transformation consultants—offering tools and services to change the way organizations respond to poverty. In a world discontent with ineffective poverty-alleviation tactics, clients engage the Lupton Center to unlock a whole new vision for impact in their community. Our strategies, tools, and resources are all driven by one, big transformative idea: Holistic Neighborhood Development. Over 40 years ago, the seeds of this movement were planted by a pioneering leader named Bob Lupton, author of Toxic Charity, and his team at Focused Community Strategies (FCS). By challenging old assumptions and reimagining the models, they began seeing dramatic change through hands-on partnership with Atlanta’s neighborhoods. Holistic Neighborhood Development (HND) emerged as a set of beliefs and practices that replaced transactional giving with mutuality and partnership. It measured success by impact, not activity. It went beyond meeting the momentary needs of individuals and pursued the long-term flourishing of whole communities. HND began as a method within one neighborhood and is becoming a manifesto for practitioners around the world. We hope you will join the movement. In 2015, FCS founded The Lupton Center to share these strategies, tools, and resources so that organizations can implement HND in their own unique contexts. Whether you are in an urban neighborhood, a rural county, or a community in the developing world, our team can put these principles and practices to work for you. What makes Holistic Neighborhood Development unique? Flourishing communities is not just a big vision for us. It is a process we have developed with tools to track and measure the health of a place. This process will define and create the strategies that will lead to long-term, lasting change in your neighborhood. Impact-Oriented Results matter. Not activity, not busyness, not arbitrary program numbers, but impact. They may be hard to come by, hard to define, or hard to measure, but they are core to what it means to commit to HND. We want to see lives and communities thriving, not dependent on external support year after year. We do not settle for less than true and lasting change. Cities, people, opinions, policies, and economies can all change in the blink of an eye. Strategies that worked last year might night work in the next. Work done for months may come up empty and expectations may get upended at a moment’s notice. HND can create real change because it is flexible and adaptive, constantly committed to the best, healthiest approach, even if that means a radical course correction mid-stream. We do not seek the perpetuation of our program; it is always about the thriving of a community and whatever it takes to make that happen. Place-Based One of the greatest indicators of one’s life-long economic mobility is the neighborhood in which one lives. HND asserts that place is the most important factor to consider when seeking long-term outcomes, and it is one of the most neglected lenses within traditional poverty alleviation tactics. Place allows us to go deep, work broadly, and invest in the long-haul for real results. Poverty is neither caused, sustained, or solved by any one thing; it is the dynamic intersection of multiple factors, systems, and circumstances. The “holistic” dimension of HND is about committing to comprehensive engagement that seeks innovative, integrative strategies for long-term outcomes. For every leader and every organization trapped in the cycle of addressing the symptoms of poverty without results, the Lupton Center offers hope. Wherever you are and whatever you do, our Holistic Neighborhood Development tools and training can work in your context. Connect with us today to see how. right-arrow PO Box 17628 Atlanta, GA 30316 Phone (404)-627-4304 info@fcsministries.org Oath for Helpers fcs-logo Site design and development by polymath-logo Sign up for insights on community development and neighborhood transformation from the Lupton Center	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35862
__label__wiki	0.943211	0.943211	Luton Town Football Club badge - Link to home Luton Town Football Club Under 18s Fixtures Home Ticket News Away Ticket News Ticket Office Information First Team & Staff Luton Town Ladies Luton Town Supporters' Trust Half Time Hotshots Bobbers Travel Club Getting to Kenilworth Road Junior Hatters International Supporters Dinners & Events Conferencing/Room Hires Who's Who at Luton Town Jobs at Luton Town FC Luton Town Community Trust LTFC Privacy Policy iFollow sign in/up JJ SET TO REACH HIS CENTURY IN EFL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WEEK! Hatters academy product in line for his 100th senior appearance this afternoon JAMES JUSTIN AHEAD OF HIS 100TH GAME! Hatters full-back James Justin looks forward to his 100th senior appearance against Wycombe This afternoon will be a landmark moment in the young career of Hatters defender James Justin, as the Town's academy product is in line to make his 100th senior appearance for his hometown club. As his potential century of appearances ties in with the end of the EFL's Youth Development week, which has been prevalent on the internet and social media all week with #RaisedInTheEFL, we asked JJ's former U18s manager Paul Driver to pen a special column for today's programme. In it, Drives - who James presented with a framed shirt when he retired at the end of JJ's breakthrough 2016-17 campaign - writes: "You always read about lads that have the right attitude, that are level headed and that get good guidance from those around them, but this is exactly the basis of why JJ, for me, was a definite for a scholarship very early in his U16 year, why he progressed and improved so much in his time with the Youth Team and why he has continued his improvement and been such a big success as a pro over the last two and a half seasons. "I am proud to be able to say that I have been involved in the development of one of the nicest young lads you will meet in the game." You can read the full version of Paul's piece in today's 76-pag This Is Our Town, which is available from programme sellers around Kenilworth Road for £3. He isn't the only one to pay tribute to JJ, with interim manager Mick Harford saying in his pre-match press conference: "We believe James is going to be something special as a player and I didn't realise it was his 100th game coming up. That's some achievement for such a young lad. "He got into the team, he's cememted his place. He's holding his place down at lefy-back, despite being predominantly a right-back and he can fill in various roles, so he'll be thrilled, his family will be delighted because they are all Luton Town fans, and I'm proud of him. He's a great kid and I'm so happy for him." And in his programme notes, captain Alan Sheehan writes: "Congratulations also to James Justin, who (if selected!) is set to make his 100th appearance this afternoon. We all know what talent JJ has on the pitch, but he’s a great lad off it too and it’s been a pleasure to be alongside him as he’s progressed from the youth team in my time here." Click on the image at the top of the page to watch what JJ himself had to say to the local media on Thurday on iFollow Hatters FREEVIEW!	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35863
__label__cc	0.521337	0.478663	Custom drum set business breaking through the noise A drum manufacturing business started by two brothers has attracted some of the music industry's biggest names.It started after Scott Ciprari built a custom set for his brother.Sibling Mike Ciprari returned the favor, and the brand is now known as SJC Custom Drums.Mike Ciprari said it happened by accident, but now the business has built custom sets for bands ranging from Imagine Dragons to Twenty One Pilots.Tap the video above to find out more about the business's unique breakthrough. SOUTHBRIDGE, Mass. — A drum manufacturing business started by two brothers has attracted some of the music industry's biggest names. It started after Scott Ciprari built a custom set for his brother. Sibling Mike Ciprari returned the favor, and the brand is now known as SJC Custom Drums. Mike Ciprari said it happened by accident, but now the business has built custom sets for bands ranging from Imagine Dragons to Twenty One Pilots. Tap the video above to find out more about the business's unique breakthrough.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35866
__label__wiki	0.889009	0.889009	Rare black rhino born at Michigan zoo on Christmas Eve Updated: 12:11 PM CST Dec 25, 2019 Potter Park Zoo via CNN The baby black rhino was born on Christmas Eve at Potter Park Zoo. SOURCE: Potter Park Zoo via CNN It's a boy! A zoo in Michigan is celebrating its newest addition -- a baby black rhino.Doppsee, 12, gave birth to the yet-to-be-named rhino at Potter Park Zoo in Lansing early Tuesday. The calf and mother are doing well and currently bonding, according to the zoo."As this is Doppsee's first pregnancy, the animal care and veterinary staff will continue to monitor Doppsee and her calf closely in the next few weeks," Ronan Eustace, park veterinarian, said in a news release. "But so far, the rhino calf appears healthy and we have observed frequent nursing shortly after the birth, which is encouraging."Black rhinos are listed as critically endangered species due to being heavily poached and loss of habitation. In 1970, their population was at an estimated 65,000, according to Save The Rhino. The population then dramatically declined, but today, the population for the black rhino is around 5,500, about double their population 20 years ago, wildlife groups say. The baby's dad, Phineus, was transferred to Potter Park from Caldwell Zoo, in Tyler, Texas, in 2017. Phineus and Doppsee were matched to breed together through the eastern black rhino Species Survival Plan."This is a monumental moment for Potter Park Zoo that has taken our staff years of planning and hard work," park director Cynthia Wagner said in a news release.There are just over 50 black rhinos in care of Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited zoos; only two black rhino calves are born at zoos every year, according to Potter Park."We are dedicated to conserving rhinos and couldn't be more excited about this successful black rhino birth," Wagner said.Mom and and her new bundle of joy will be out of public viewing for the next few months but the zoo will be posting updates on social media accounts. Related video: Santa delivers gifts to baby animals at Cincinnati Zoo LANSING, Mich. — A zoo in Michigan is celebrating its newest addition -- a baby black rhino. Doppsee, 12, gave birth to the yet-to-be-named rhino at Potter Park Zoo in Lansing early Tuesday. The calf and mother are doing well and currently bonding, according to the zoo. "As this is Doppsee's first pregnancy, the animal care and veterinary staff will continue to monitor Doppsee and her calf closely in the next few weeks," Ronan Eustace, park veterinarian, said in a news release. "But so far, the rhino calf appears healthy and we have observed frequent nursing shortly after the birth, which is encouraging." Black rhinos are listed as critically endangered species due to being heavily poached and loss of habitation. In 1970, their population was at an estimated 65,000, according to Save The Rhino. The population then dramatically declined, but today, the population for the black rhino is around 5,500, about double their population 20 years ago, wildlife groups say. The baby's dad, Phineus, was transferred to Potter Park from Caldwell Zoo, in Tyler, Texas, in 2017. Phineus and Doppsee were matched to breed together through the eastern black rhino Species Survival Plan. "This is a monumental moment for Potter Park Zoo that has taken our staff years of planning and hard work," park director Cynthia Wagner said in a news release. There are just over 50 black rhinos in care of Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited zoos; only two black rhino calves are born at zoos every year, according to Potter Park. "We are dedicated to conserving rhinos and couldn't be more excited about this successful black rhino birth," Wagner said. Mom and and her new bundle of joy will be out of public viewing for the next few months but the zoo will be posting updates on social media accounts. Related video: Santa delivers gifts to baby animals at Cincinnati Zoo	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0097.json.gz/line35868
__label__wiki	0.872744	0.872744	Commentary: To Threaten Fusion Voting Is To Threaten Democracy Administrator \| Posted on September 19, 2019 \| By Gerard Kassar, State Chairman, New York State Conservative Party With all eyes on Washington these days, the mice are at play in Albany. What they’re up to would make New York’s old Tammany Hall characters green with envy. A brazen and unlawful ploy to snuff out dissenting speech and political competition in New York elections is in motion right before our averted eyes. The players: Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his handpicked Democratic State Chairman Jay Jacobs, who also serves as the Nassau County Democratic Party chairman. They must be stopped for the sake of democracy. The target is New York’s smaller political parties — the so-called third parties — that have long been a thorn in the Democratic Party’s side. Mostly, for this governor, it’s the progressive Working Families Party, which endorsed his 2018 primary challenger for governor, activist and actress Cynthia Nixon, and made him sweat for its endorsement in 2014 in the face of a challenge from law professor Zephyr Teachout. The vehicle is a commission ostensibly tasked with laying out a plan to bring taxpayer-financed political campaigns to New York, hence its moniker — The New York Public Campaign Finance Commission. But make no mistake about it, this commission has clear instructions: Permanently kneecap New York’s third parties by taking away their ability to cross-endorse candidates running on major party lines, a practice known as fusion voting, which has been occurring in New York for more than 100 years. The Working Families Party and state Conservative Party — parties that agree on pretty much nothing normally — have each filed lawsuits asserting the long-established constitutionality of fusion voting in the Empire State. The state constitution also makes it clear that only the state Legislature can change state election laws. The Conservative Party further argues that the commission itself is an illegally constituted sham, refusing to even recognize it. It also strongly opposes tax dollars being used in political campaigns, again noting that only legislatures can enact new laws. Cuomo comically feigns disinterest in this matter, telling reporters this week that what happens with fusion voting is immaterial to him — this from the man who engineered the commission’s creation, handpicked the state Democratic chairman to lead it and has announced plans to run for a fourth term as governor. Classic Andrew Cuomo. One has to give him credit for keeping a straight face. And get this: The Democratic Party-led commission’s first act was to rule that any proposals emanating from it would be bundled into a single vote of its commissioners, a majority of whom want public financing. The Cuomo administration further maintains that the vote of the commission will constitute state law unless the Legislature returns for a special session in December to challenge its findings or assert its legislative prerogative. The stakes before the public are enormous. Free speech and the free exchange of ideas would be severely curtailed in New York if Cuomo’s commission isn’t stopped. The Democratic Party machine is working to de-democratize New York for its and Cuomo’s advantage, and it’s doing it while the Legislature is out of session. Alarm bells should be ringing all across the state. Fusion voting was one of New York’s earliest good-government reforms. It was enacted more than a century ago to help combat Tammany Hall corruption, and it has thrice been upheld by state court decisions. It gives New Yorkers the power to send a clear ideological message to the major-party candidates and to hold them accountable when they fail to deliver on their promises. These parties also serve as incubators for ideas and as platforms for dissenting political speech, our most cherished constitutional commodity. New Yorkers who follow politics are watching every move in Washington with rapt attention. Meanwhile, the deck is being reshuffled by the house in Albany while virtually no one is looking. It shouldn’t take lawsuits to stop something that is clearly undemocratic and wrong. Source: “Commentary: To threaten fusion voting is to threaten democracy,” TimesUnion.com Conservatives To Conduct 2020 Candidate Interviews McCaffrey: Community Will Suffer Consequences As A Result Of ‘Reform’ Jacobs Opposes Legislation Mandating Middle Schoolers Get STD Vaccine Livingston County Conservative PartyFollow Welcome to the Livingston County Conservative Party's Twitter feed. Here, principles matter. Livingston County Conservative Party@LivingstonCtyCP· "An accused, six-time bank robber who's become the face of all that's wrong with New York's new bail-reform law is now finally in jail — thanks to federal prosecutors, who have seized control of his case and done what no state judge was free to do." https://nypost.com/2020/01/17/bail-reform-bank-robber-surrenders-inside-nyc-courthouse/?utm_source=First+Read+Newsletters&utm_campaign=84b1df0c32-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_18_12_40&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_252d27c7d1-84b1df0c32-34710944&mc_cid=84b1df0c32&mc_eid=730d233194 Former Rep. Collins gets 26-month prison sentence https://www.reuters.com/video/watch/idPdRn?now=true .@SenatorGallivan launches re-election bid for State Senate seat https://www.thedailynewsonline.com/bdn01/gallivan-launches-re-election-bid-for-state-senate-seat-20200117 © 2018 Livingston County Conservative Party. All Rights Reserved. \| P.O. 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