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Son of Steve: Why Curry is the next Nash
5yEthan Sherwood Strauss
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Ethan Sherwood StraussESPN Staff Writer
Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com
Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog
Hosts TrueHoop TV Live
The Suns saw it early because they saw Steve Nash every day in practice. While scouting for the 2009 NBA draft, they noticed a striking resemblance between the Davidson point guard and their own MVP-winning basketball savior.
The franchise badly wanted Stephen Curry to carry Nash’s torch in Phoenix, so badly that the Suns were willing to part with Amar'e Stoudemire for the privilege.
Instead, they got burned. The Suns believed they had a draft-day trade in place with Golden State if Curry dropped to No. 7. Then Curry dropped to seventh and the Warriors dropped the deal. We never got to see Curry and Nash play together.
What we’re seeing with Golden State might be the next best thing. With the hiring of Steve Kerr as coach -- he was Phoenix's general manager from 2007 to '10 -- the Warriors effectively became Phoenix West, stuffing the ranks with favored Suns and University of Arizona alums. This isn’t just the new Seven Seconds Or Less because Curry’s game resembles Nash’s. It’s the new Seven Seconds Or Less because Curry is coached by well-reputed former Phoenix guys like Kerr, Alvin Gentry (associate head coach), Bruce Fraser (assistant coach), Jarron Collins (assistant coach) and Nick U'ren (Kerr’s right-hand man).
You might also recognize Curry’s backup point guard from those old Suns days. “Stevie was a magic guy,” Leandro Barbosa says. “Steph is the same way, you know a little younger. I think there's a lot that he still needs to learn, but he's on the same page as Steve.”
Barbosa now tries to pay forward the knowledge he obtained from one of his best friends: “Everything I learned from [Nash] I try to tell to Steph.”
Ironically, much of what Barbosa learned from Nash was about embracing a playing style that was quite different from Nash’s. The two-time MVP would encourage Barbosa to channel his own game, as opposed to imitating Steve’s. Curry might be “the next Nash,” but Nash’s former understudy believes Curry should define himself.
Gentry, who coached Nash as an assistant and head coach, chuckles when asked if he sees parallels between Curry and Nash: “Well, yeah, that's why we tried to trade for Steph in the draft.” After unleashing a torrent of praise for the recently retired great, Gentry confesses, “I think Steph probably shoots the ball a little better off the dribble than Steve.”
That may be true. Curry has shot 43.5 percent from 3 in his career to Nash's 42.8, while hitting an incredible 42 percent on 3s off the dribble. Gentry then says something that should make the league shudder: “I see Steph getting nothing but better.
"That's the thing that I think Steve did, every year: He improved on something. The years that I played against Steph and the year that I'm here with him, I see the same thing happening.”
Kerr fondly remembers when he saw the future in a skinny point guard hailing from something called the Southern Conference. “I went to scout Steph at the Honda Center in the Wooden Classic, Davidson against UCLA,” Kerr recalls. “And even though he was slight of frame, he was just dazzling with the shooting and the ballhandling and the anticipation. I was with [current Warriors assistant coach] Bruce Frazier. We just walked away shaking our heads, saying this guy's the next Nash. He's got that rare combination of the intelligence and the anticipation and the feel and the bravado. He was fearless out there. We fell in love with him.”
Nash, too, was discovered at a tiny college, Santa Clara of the West Coast Conference. Both players were ignored by recruiters, left to hone their creativity at small schools where they could dominate the ball. That path might have something to do with the odd juxtaposition of superstar confidence and team-friendly geniality, a mix Kerr claims both have. “The combination of talent and modesty is incredibly rare,” Kerr says. “You just don't see it. So what that does is it provides for incredible leadership even without ever having to say a word.”
The Suns were impressed that Curry saw his Davidson teammates as friends and equals, despite the massive talent gulf (David Lee memorably nicknamed that Davidson team “Steph Curry and the screen-setters”). That might sound like a given, like crediting someone for the basics of human decency. But stars tend to resent team situations in which they’re peerless. Curry exuded none of that typical angst, despite auditioning for the NBA with teammates who struggled to keep pace.
This part keeps coming up when you ask people about Nash and Curry. It’s sadly uncommon for a superstar talent to be a kind and patient teammate (see: Michael Jordan punching Curry’s coach in the face back in the day). I ask Barbosa about this as he reclines on a trainer’s table, legs swallowed up by compression boots, looking every bit the part of a grizzled veteran. “I've seen a lot in this league,” he says. “It's not normal. If I tell you that it is, then I'm going to be lying. Between those two players that I've been around, they're very nice to people. They talk to everyone.”
Jarron Collins, who also played with Nash, feels similarly about the rarity of leading with kindness. “If you fumbled one of his perfect passes out of bounds off your foot, he'd be the first guy to come over and give you a high-five. He always kept his guys in a good mental state, always picked his teammates up. Steph does that as well, playing with a great personality.”
If the Curry-Nash comparison seems obvious today, it wasn’t back then. Go back in the draft projections and you’ll get some Mike Bibby, some Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, even some Steve Kerr. Curry as the new Nash? That was too bold.
Curry saw it, though, viewing Nash as something of a model. “He basically played the position the way that I tried to,” Curry told ESPN this week. “He's definitely an inspiration. I watched a lot of film on him, and he had a lot of similarities in the way I see the floor, the play, the creativity. And obviously the way I shoot the basketball from the point guard position.”
Yes, that shooting aspect is important. Now, it’s almost as though Curry’s shooting skill sheds light on the revolution Nash started. In the Seven Seconds Or Less era, Nash was credited with being the epitome of a “true point guard,” the ultimate passer. Superstars are composites of many skills, but it’s easier to define them by just one. Nash was defined by his unselfish distribution, even though he was one of the best shooters the game ever saw. Those skills existed in a wonderful symbiosis. The 3-point shot set up the pass and vice versa.
While Nash was one of the most brilliant offensive players ever, Curry has taken the shooting point guard approach to new heights. Whereas Nash leveraged a beautiful jumper to create passing angles, Curry leverages a beautiful jumper to completely warp defenses. Some teams are surrendering early, simply double-teaming Curry once he passes half court. The threat of Curry hitting a 3 off a high screen is real enough to change defensive principles that have existed for years.
“Steve was almost a reluctant shooter,” Kerr says. “There were times when the coaches in Phoenix would almost have to ask him to shoot more. That's something I've never had to ask Steph. Nor will I ever. I want him to shoot every time he's open and sometimes when he's not.”
Kerr sees that dichotomy as reflective of a broader trend around the league. “I think the modern-day point guard is more apt to shoot, to look to shoot first,” he says. “I think Steph is still wired that way. I think that's the biggest difference between the two. The skill sets are very similar, but the mindsets are different.”
With his assertive approach, Stephen Curry epitomizes the modern, weaponized point guard. He’s equipped to torch a defense from 30 feet away, launching from long range because it’s more efficient than fighting hand-to-hand. He also passes beautifully and creatively, taking advantage of traumatized defenses.
If Nash was the optimal table-setter, Curry is the guy who cooks. Curry won’t bite when asked if he’s taking Nash’s style to a new level, though: “That's hard to say because the dude won two MVPs.”
Indeed, Nash is hard to match, even for the evolutionary Nash.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS? WHAT LIES IN STORE FOR UK DEPARTMENT CHAINS
It’s been another year of contrasting fortunes for the UK’s mid-market department stores, with House of Fraser, John Lewis and Marks & Spencer continuing to falter, whilst the likes of Selfridges defy the high-street downturn.
Last week Debenhams announced that it had secured an extra £50 million of funding to help it get through the crucial Christmas trading period.
The beleaguered chain will operate as usual until Christmas, but by January 2020 it will shut down 22 of its 166 stores, with a further 28 set to follow.
Will the festive period provide any cause for merriment and what can mid-market department stores do to ensure a long-lasting retail revival?
“Retailers are bracing themselves for a challenging Christmas trading period, especially against the backdrop of Brexit, in which planning for the future has become almost impossible,” said Doug Tweedie, FHP Director and Head of Birmingham office.
“The mid-market department store was always a ‘half-way house’ when it came to buying fashion and home ware items; the unfortunate thing is that it still is. In-store experiences are also seemingly failing to meet expectations, which could be down to inexperience on behalf of the retailers in the larger, key markets or not carrying a large enough range in mid-market towns.”
One brand bucking the trend is Selfridges, which last year recorded its 12th consecutive year of record sales following a £300 million investment drive, designed to “re-imagine the world of retail”. Consumers have been treated to an indoor skating bowl and a crystal-encrusted Pegasus by Damien Hirst, as well as a new and exclusive range of products.
Doug says: “It certainly feels like a changing of the guard between the traditional department store names. At opposite ends of the spectrum, retailers such as Selfridges and Primark have invested in buildings, employees and F&B. They have both found a way to make a fashion store interesting again, with beauty and dining experiences combined with faced paced, changing clothing offers.
“Online brands have emerged over the last 10 years to challenge the concessions found in department stores. They are targeting the traditional M&S and Debenhams customer and crucially, are doing it better. Typically, staff knowledge was paramount when making a large purchase in a department store but today’s customer generally knows infinitely more about the product, so that is just another reason not to shop in-store.”
One possible solution to halt the decline of the mid-market department store could lie in the emergence of local and regional independent retail and F&B operators, with new brands looking for flexible space on competitive terms to sell everything from crafts to artisan produce. Could the department store of the future be the incubator for those brands?
“The reality is that shopping centres have been targeting this for the last few years, so there is an element of catching up to be done,” adds Doug.
“Ultimately the onus is on headquarters and in-store management teams to work together to introduce concessions and F&B concepts that provide a strong mix of local independents and national brands, with local agents having greater knowledge of those emerging independents in their area. Customer experience is under intense scrutiny regardless of location, so for many brands the outlook continues to look bleak.”
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Makarainen sees off Eckhoff in biathlon mass start
By Sportsbeat
12/01/2020 at 13:56Updated 12/01/2020 at 14:44
Kaisa Makarainen got the better of Norway's Tiril Eckhoff in the 12.5km mass start in Oberhof to claim her first biathlon World Cup success of the season.
The 36-year-old from Finland has won the overall World Cup title three times, but had not yet finished on the podium this season.
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However on a day where everyone struggled on the range, Makarainen missed just once to take victory by 30.2 seconds from Eckhoff, who missed four.
Video - 37-year-old Kaisa Makarainen wins first race in over a year as Dorothea Wierer stays in yellow
The Norwegian had won four World Cup events in a row in December and sits second in the overall standings, having cut leader Dorothea Wierer's lead down to just nine points with this second-place finish.
Wierer finished fourth to hang onto her overall lead, with Norway's Marte Olsbu Roeiseland ahead of her to earn a podium place.
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LQD: How Depressingly Right We Have Been | 65 comments (65 topical, editorial, 0 hidden)
The problem isn't the concept of a single currency, but the fact that its implementation was left to a nomenklatura of Wall St-inspired rapists and headbangers.
Between concept and implementation comes design, and the design was flawed. Without monetary financing of public debt (which Germany would never have agreed to) or at least a 10-fold expansion of the EU's budget, with federalization of taxation and fiscal policy (which France would never have agreed to), the Euro was doomed to fail as soon as a recession deeper than 3% of GDP hit. Which was ruled out by the faerie tale of "great moderation" after 2000, but remember this was not operative in the politicians' minds in 1992. We know the 3% rule was a completely arbitrary rule used by Mitterrand to rein in spending by his ministers in the 1980s.
The latter are the problem, and progress will be impossible until they're swept from power.
The "nomenklatura" includes a Brussels civil service which has adopted econospeak to an astonishing degree. Everything is "market", everything is "competition"...
And then a coterie of know-nothing politicians who embody the worse of the "common sense" of their voters.
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Prologue: What Brought Us to Africa? (The Church in the DR Congo: A Personal Perspective, Part 1)
October 23, 2018 by Jeffrey M. Bradshaw
Baptismal Day near Ikot Eyo, Cross River State, Nigeria, by Janath R. Cannon. Elder Edwin Q. Cannon, Jr. baptizing. Photo taken 4 March 1979. Following the June 1978 revelation on the priesthood, the message of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ was taken to West Africa. On 4 March 1979, at a small stream near the village of Ikot Eyo, Cross River State, Nigeria, sixty-seven persons were baptized [by Elder Edwin Q. Cannon, Jr.]. One hundred seventeen had been baptized the day before. Supervising the baptism (at left and right of the baptismal line) are the Cross River State District president [Ime Eduok] and his first counselor [E. D. Ukuot]. They were the first two black brethren in [West] Africa to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood.
In a presentation at the 2018 FairMormon Conference,[i]I shared stories of some of the faithful Saints in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Kinshasa). In this series of presentations, I would like to speak from a more personal perspective, reflecting on the meaning of that experience for Kathleen and me, and pondering some of the dynamics of numerical and spiritual growth of the Church in that country.
The series is organized into eight parts:
Prologue: What brought us to Africa?
Snapshot of the Church in the DR Congo
The missionaries
What attracts people to the Church?
Building from centers of strength — Kisangani
Building from centers of strength — Wagenya and elsewhere
The temple: A light to the world
Part one is a prologue that begins by outlining some important milestones in the history of the Church in West Africa. This will be presented through the eyes of my mother and father who served in Nigeria twice, beginning in 1980. I will then give a few of the circumstances of our call as a couple as senior missionaries to the DR Congo.
This video presentation is available on the Interpreter YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAvgzAWDswI
[i]The video version of the entire FairMormon presentation “Stories of the Saints in the DR Congo” is available on the FairMormon YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJl9FvLKmjw. The seven segments of that presentation, in an edited and somewhat expanded form, are available for reading at Meridian Magazine(www.ldsmag.com) and the website of The Interpreter Foundation(https://interpreterfoundation.org).
Filed Under: LDS History, Power of Testimony, Racial Issues, Temples Tagged With: Aba, An Redd Bradshaw, Barbara Crockett, Brent Johnson, Brian August Espenshied, Church in Africa, conversion, David W. Eka, Doug Weaver, DR Congo, Edwin Q. "Ted" Cannon, Eka-Etta, Elma S. Bradshaw, Ephraim S. Etete, Eugene Nwagbara, Ginette Baehrel, Hervé Baehrel, Janath Russell Cannon, Jeff Salt, Jonathan D. Bradshaw, Kevin Curtis, Lamar S. Williams, LaNore Marion Dorton Espenshied, Lazarus and Sylvia Onitchi, Leslie Johnson, Malika Aomar, Marcus B. Nash, Marjorie Sackley, Mark J. Bradshaw, Michael L. Larsen, Neal A. Maxwell, Nigeria, Nnenna Iroweje Nwagbara, Nyal B. Williams, Omar Aomar, Patricia Etete, Patricia Larsen, Paul Crockett, Port Harcourt, Rachel Ivins Wilson Mabey, Rendell Noel Mabey, Robert E. Sackley, Robert W. Bradshaw, Samuel H. Bradshaw, Sandy Bradshaw, Scott B. Bradshaw, Thomas M. Bradshaw, Uduka Ituma, Warren L. Bradshaw
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Fine Art Society Edinburgh
WILL MACLEAN: NARRATIVES
20 April - 12 May 2018
The Fine Art Society in Edinburgh presents an exhibition of new and recent works by Scottish RSA artist Will Maclean.
Will Maclean’s art serves as a tangible record and reference to culture, tradition, history and identity. A proponent of box construction art and the examination of found objects, the narratives in his works document the cultural and practical traditions of Scottish Highland and coastal communities.
Alongside his academic career at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Maclean exhibits internationally and has work in public collections worldwide.
The exhibition includes work recently completed and some from the recent past. The constructions and sculpture are responses to narratives that the historian and critic Alan Woods described as ‘Compressions and juxtapositions of memory, poetry, metaphor, the tides' leavings’.
– Will Maclean, Tayport, 12.1.2018
View the online catalogue here
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Peter Jackson directs this WWI documentary featuring never-before-seen black-n-white footage that's been digitally coloured to commemorate the centennial of the war's end.
"Driven by a personal interest in the First World War, Jackson set out to bring to life the day-to-day experience of its soldiers. Using the voices of the men involved, the film explores the reality of war on the front line; their attitudes to the conflict; how they ate; slept and formed friendships, as well what their lives were like away from the trenches during their periods of downtime. Jackson and his team used cutting edge techniques to make the images of a hundred years ago appear as if they were shot yesterday. The transformation from black and white footage to colourised footage can be seen throughout the film revealing never before seen details." (Official synopsis)
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Flicks, Liam Maguren
Feeling heavily enlightened and emotionally shattered during Sir Peter Jackson's They Shall Not Grow Old, I grew to realise a potential double meaning behind the film's title. It's a line from Robert Laurence Binyon's poem For the Fallen which, when used here, reflects the colossal restoration and colouring efforts put in place to house the memories of those who gave their lives to The Great War. It's also a stark reminder of the youth that was robbed of these men.
A Little Chilling
An important piece of restorative work that will make you wince and contemplate how much easier and less burdensome life is particularly if you are a young man but also just as a human. This is a reminder of how brutal and terrifying warfare is and how at its core, are humans carrying out orders but trying their best to uphold morals under the circumstances...
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Excellent film. The narration using entries form actual soldiers diaries makes this a different documentary form others on WW1 - it's not about facts, figures and dates but rather about the human experience. It's also amazing the difference that seeing the men in colour makes - really makes it seem more immediate.
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Perhaps surprisingly, with a blockbuster merchant at the helm, little here is rousing or sentimental; the film's mordant intimacy of perspective endures as stoically as the speakers themselves.
It is an encounter with the past that feels exhilaratingly present-tense.
They Shall Not Grow Old, should be lauded ... for not only making history come alive again, but providing a potential template and touchstone for future film-makers and storytellers wanting to look back.
You might have thought there was nothing new to say about the First World War but Peter Jackson's astonishing and revelatory new feature documentary comes at the subject in a way no previous film, book or play has ever done.
Nothing feels too sentimentalised or sanitised, but nor is it sensationalised for extra shock value either. These are the true accounts of survivors, after all, mostly talking decades after the events and grateful to be alive.
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...unbearably poignant.
An emotionally rich documentary that wows both as a technical achievement and an unforgettable portrait of a terrible period of 20th century history.
An important piece of restorative work that will make you wince and contemplate how much easier and less burdensome life is particularly if you are a young man but also just as a human. This is a reminder of how brutal and terrifying warfare is and how at its core, are humans carrying out orders but trying their best to uphold morals under the...
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How to Holiday in Sri Lanka
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With its sights and sounds, scents and flavours, Sri Lanka will awaken your mind, body and soul, writes Joanna Booth...
The table is crammed with bottles of oil and fat bunches of herbs. In the corner, steam pours out of a large wooden tub. Meanwhile, my therapist’s hands work the oils into my skin, loosening knotted muscles. Here, thousands of years of practice have perfected the art of relaxation. Ayurvedic treatments like the one I’m having form part of an ancient system of therapies designed to heal and rejuvenate.
It’s a symphony for the senses, but it’s just a hint of what is to come. Because in Sri Lanka, you don’t simply see the sights: there is so much to smell, taste, hear and feel, too. From wafting incense and rhythmic drumming in ornate Buddhist temples, to the cacophony of tuk-tuk horns that accompanies your coconut-flavoured ‘hopper’ crêpe at a street-food stall, a holiday here will thrill in every way.
The teardrop-shaped island packs its many highlights into an area a quarter of the size of the UK, and navigating it needn’t be stressful. Flight Centre Journeys include a driver guide, who will be as attentive or discreet as you wish: ready with insider knowledge when you need it, but equally happy to let you wind the window down and watch the world go by.
After my massage, I step blissed out and blinking into the heart of Kandy – the ancient city at the centre of the island. The weather here in hill country can change on a dime, with captivating mists often swirling across Kandy Lake. On its shore, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist sites. Time your visit to coincide with evening prayers and you’re welcome to mingle with the worshippers who have come to make offerings of lotus flowers. Drummers flank the entrance, and the pulsing rhythm propels you past colourful murals and golden statues.
I end my day at a traditional Kandyan dance performance, where the elaborate costumes are as loud as the drums, and the dancers’ bell-studded anklets create a rippling counterpoint to the beat.
Not far from Kandy, in the leafy shade of the New Ranweli Spice Garden, you can learn all you need to know about the herbs used in soothing massages and revitalising treatments. Wandering the paths with a guide, I find out about the active ingredients in the oils and balms, and the spices that make Sri Lankan food so flavourful. Cardamom, cloves and nutmeg all grow here, along with pepper that can be hotter than chilli.
Drinking it in
The hill country’s climate isn’t suited only to spices, however. South of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya is Sri Lanka’s capital of tea. I ride the train past tumbling waterfalls and terraced tea plantations to the hill station, where colonial-style houses and manicured rose gardens make you feel as if you’re stepping into an idyllic English village. In the tea factories, Victorian machinery clatters and hums.
North of Kandy, the landscape shifts gear. Gone are the rolling hills, replaced by something flatter, hotter and dryer. This region, where one of Sri Lanka’s earliest cultures thrived, is marked by dramatic ruined cities and towering rock outcrops.
Sigiriya is one of these rocks, where the sprawling remains of a 1,500-year-old fortress perch 200m up. Constructed by a flamboyant king who usurped his brother to claim the throne, the fortress is reached by vertiginous steps cut into the near-vertical walls. It will cost you half an hour of panting and some pain in your quads, but it’s a pittance to pay for the views from the top.
From here, the next stop is Dambulla, where we slip off our shoes and step inside the cool cave temples. As our eyes adjust to the dimness, intricate statues are revealed, along with rainbow-coloured frescoes that cover every square inch of the five caves.
A precious find
Venturing to the coast, you realise that Sri Lanka is an emerald set in gold. Surrounding its lush interior are hundreds of miles of sandy beach, just waiting for you to sink your toes in. It’s tempting to check in to one of the luxurious coastal hotels – perhaps the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa, with its unparalleled setting between palm-lined ocean and mangrove-fringed river – and let the sea breezes bring the sounds and scents of Sri Lanka to you.
But the coastal regions have other thrills to discover too, from the sophistication of southern city Galle – where you wander the narrow lanes between Dutch colonial mansions to discover chic boutiques and cafés – to the wilds of Yala National Park. Here you can safari Sri Lankan-style, spotting leopards, elephants, water buffalo and sloth bears, with a constant commentary from the squawking parrots and chattering monkeys in the treetops.
Yet more incredible wildlife awaits off the south coast, where blue whales come closer to the shore than anywhere else in the world – particularly from December to March. As their vast bodies breach the water, the sound of the spray from their blowholes is thunderous.
My time here begins and ends in Colombo, and the bustling port capital is not short of sensory experiences of its own. It’s a top spot to immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s famed food. Street stalls and cafés pack the city, serving fresh, cheap portions of the Sinhalese, Tamil, Malay and Muslim cuisines that form the nation’s unique flavour. I couldn’t get enough of the vadai – spicy dhal dumplings, deep-fried and served piping hot. If I close my eyes, I can almost taste them now. But then, Sri Lanka is like that. Let it capture your imagination and it will always be with you...
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'Pokémon GO' Teases A Massive 'Ultra Unlock' For New Global Research Challenge
Paul Tassi Senior Contributor
News and opinion about video games, television, movies and the internet.
Niantic continues to make sure there’s a non-stop parade of content and challenges in Pokémon GO, a far cry from a while back where there used to be a lot of dead time in the game. Between themed events, Community Days and global challenges, there’s always something to do in the game, and now players may be faced with their greatest task yet.
The sequel to Pokémon GO’s Global Catch Challenge is a Global Research Challenge. The event ties into challenges during the weeks of three big local Pokémon GO events, Safari Zone’s in Dortmund and Yokosuka, and the re-do of Pokémon GO Fest in Chicago.
The challenge demands that attendees complete 100,000 research tasks each, and then the rest of the world is tasked with completed a total of 15 million tasks, 5 million split between the Americas, Europe and Africa, and Asia during each event These will unlock a variety of bonuses from increased XP to bonus stardust to shorter hatch distance. One even appears to give out more rare candy in raids.
But in addition to these initial unlocks, Niantic is teasing three other unlocks, one per event, that remain a mystery. There’s no indication of what the “bonus reward” will be, but it could be an amplified version of the other prizes.
The grand prize, however, is being called an “ultra bonus unlock,” which triggers if everyone across the world hits all of their goals. Again, there’s no indication of what this prize will be, but I have a few theories:
Given that these are research tasks, I’m guessing this unlock is going to be linked to Mythic Pokémon. So we might see someone like Celebi unlocked if everyone hits their marks.
But there are a lot of Mythic Pokémon to catch up on, so theoretically the three bonuses could all by Mythics, and the final one could be a bonus fourth.
Or perhaps there’s something truly crazy happening, like three Mythics unlocked, and then the final Ultra unlock is the release of Gen 4.
Could Gen 4 actually be coming as a result of this catch challenge? I don’t think it’s out of the question, and actually, it makes a lot of sense. The last Safari Zone event is probably going to be some time in August. When that ends, if it’s at the end of the month, that will be about eight months exactly from when the first big chunk of Gen 3 was released, as that arrived in December, and continued to rollout in January and February.
Pokémon GO usually waits around eight months or so for a new generation to be released. It’s usually about 6-7 months for a new gen to be teased with a few Pokémon (babies, ghosts) and then 7-9 months for a full release). So the timing adds up here, and I do think that the end of this challenge is the perfect time to launch Gen 4. This is assuming everyone hits their marks, as 45 million challenges across three events seems a little steep, but I’m not sure what GO’s playercount is at these days, so perhaps it’s more viable than I’m imagining.
We will likely not know what’s happening until closer to August, but dataminers should be able to extract Gen 4 data from the game as it’s added. Until then, start preparing for the largest challenge to date, some Mythics and possibly even a fully new generation as a reward.
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Solar activity doubles radiation levels on Mars
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New York | Published: October 1, 2017 12:48:48 PM
A solar event has sparked a global aurora at the Martian surface and caused the radiation level to double than highest ever recorded, NASA scientists have found.
Representational Image (NASA)
A solar event has sparked a global aurora at the Martian surface and caused the radiation level to double than highest ever recorded, NASA scientists have found. According to Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN (MAVEN) Mission — a space probe developed by NASA designed to study the Martian atmosphere while orbiting Mars — a solar event on September 11 triggered the global aurora at Mars more than 25 times brighter than any previously seen by the MAVEN orbiter.
The orbiter, which has been studying the Martian atmosphere’s interaction with the solar wind since 2014, also recorded radiation levels on the surface more than double any previously measured by the Curiosity rover’s Radiation Assessment Detector, or RAD, since that mission’s landing in 2012. The high readings lasted more than two days, NASA found. “The current solar cycle has been an odd one, with less activity than usual during the peak, and now we have this large event as we’re approaching solar minimum,” said Sonal Jain of the University of Colorado Boulder, who is a member of MAVEN’s Imaging Ultraviolet Spectrograph instrument team.
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This event was big enough to be detected at Earth too, even though Earth was on the opposite side of the Sun from Mars. “This is exactly the type of event both missions were designed to study, and it’s the biggest we’ve seen on the surface so far,” added RAD Principal Investigator Don Hassler. The Sun always emits a continuous stream of charged particles, mainly electrons and protons. Occasionally, eruptions called coronal mass ejections occur, with higher density, energy and speed of the ejected particles. These events vary in strength.
According to Jain: “When a solar storm hits the Martian atmosphere, it can trigger auroras that light up the whole planet in ultraviolet light. The recent one lit up Mars like a light bulb. “An aurora on Mars can envelope the entire planet because Mars has no strong magnetic field like Earth’s to concentrate the aurora near polar regions. The energetic particles from the Sun also can be absorbed by the upper atmosphere, increasing its temperature and causing it to swell up.”
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Fitzpatrick Referrals announces launch of new Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre
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Fitzpatrick Referrals is delighted to announce the launch of the Fitzpatrick Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre at its state-of-the-art referral centre in Surrey.
Fitzpatrick Referrals has been running a dedicated Rehabilitation centre since the practice opened at Eashing in 2007, offering some of the most advanced facilities for small animal rehabilitation in the UK and has now extended the offering to include Sports Medicine Clinics and Osteoarthritis Clinics, creating the largest centre of its kind in the country.
Building work has now been completed at the centre and Fitzpatrick Referrals has appointed David Prydie, one of the UK’s leading small animal rehabilitation practitioners to head up the Fitzpatrick Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation offering.
Speaking about the launch of the new service, Noel Fitzpatrick, Managing Director of Fitzpatrick Referrals commented; “At Fitzpatrick Referrals, we believe that appropriate rehabilitation is integral to the success of orthopaedic and neuro-surgical intervention and fundamental in promoting pain free functional quality of life. Traditionally, the rehabilitation centre has been geared towards treating post-op patients. While the new centre will continue to treat animals which have been referred to Fitzpatrick Referrals for surgical procedures, helping to restore function, reduce pain and speed up the recovery process, we will now offer new dedicated Sports Medicine and Osteoarthritis clinics, of which there are currently only a handful in the UK. This will provide referring practitioners and clients with a new range of options for dealing with sports injuries and the on-going management of Osteoarthritis. For the first time, minimally invasive arthroscopic investigation and advanced diagnostic imaging with MRI and CT will be available side-by-side with a team of clinicians who truly understand the unique anatomy, physiology and exercise demands of working and sports dogs and who adopt an integrated approach to achieving maximum mobility for dogs of all ages. We intend that the new centre will create a new standard of integrated care for the active performance or pet dog because we will match function with form and intention with action. Every plan will be tailor made for the individual with sincere attention to the very special environment and demands of the sporting dog. I’m extraordinarily excited about this new horizon.”
Speaking about the new types of cases which the new centre expects to treat, Manager of the Fitzpatrick Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre, David Prydie added; “We expect to see cases where there are specific injuries which the canine athlete is prone to and which require specialist knowledge to identify and treat. Our goal is to help the dogs return to their performance event as soon as possible. We will also be offering advice on training regimes for the various activities. The centre will offer a new Osteoarthritis Clinic, treating osteoarthritis in all ages of dog using a multimodal approach such as weight management, exercise regimes, physiotherapy techniques and use of tools such as the therapeutic laser. There is a wealth of experience already present within the practice and I will be working with Noel and the other surgeons to develop our offering in sports injury management and also with Professor Stuart Carmichael in the development of Osteoarthritis management schemes.”
The practice will celebrate the launch of the new centre with its first festival for pets, ‘Dogfest’, built around the theme of the ‘Active Dog’. The festival will take place on 10th and 11th of August and will feature a number of agility and flyball events, canine sports medicine lectures delivered by world experts, a range of tents and stalls, ‘Have a Go’ agility sessions, an agility display by former Fitzpatrick patients who have returned to compete in the agility circuit, a ‘Meet the Fitzpatrick Heroes’ display and a special ‘999’ display by the Sussex Police Dogs on both days.
To sign up for Fitzpatrick’s DogFest 2013 please download the entry from and follow the enclosed instructions.
For information on the new Fitzpatrick Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre services and to discuss referrals, please contact the reception team on 01483 423 761.
For information on ‘Dogfest’ and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Mhairi Clarke, Communications Manager, [email protected]
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Unpopular Opinions: 5 Reasons American Idol is Awesome!?
It might make me unpopular but… I think American Idol is awesome.
Sure, it’s well-established that your most fuzztacular, beard-bearing buddy is a fairly curmudgeonly old man, but between the daily face-foraging and re-cataloging my collection of Dutch avant-garde LPs, I tend to get a little exhausted. What better way to kick back than by boob tubing with a little American Idol?
No, I’m not a die-hard Idol enthusiast, but I’m not ashamed to say that, as a codified record nerd and all-around elitist, I find it fascinating (I swear, mom! I read it for the articles!!). Unconvinced? After the jump, I honor the show’s Season Eight debut with a list of five reasons why American Idol is as essential and important to cold-hearted, trash-talking snobs as anyone else.
1. It clearly and unapologetically illuminates the disjunction between art and entertainment.
Music elitism is largely predicated on the idea that pop is without any real merit. The problem for rock snobs is that that’s a pretty easily debunked assertion (especially now that former indie-adored poppers like Santogold, Feist, and Robyn are making their way onto the airwaves). Lucky for us, American Idol strips the act of composition out entirely, focusing solely on karaoke-style interpretation of standards. In doing so, the producers of the show have clearly and unrepentantly separated the act of creation from that of performance. All you need to do is watch, and you’ve got unstoppable ammunition for your arguments.
2 It clearly, unapologetically illuminates the relative tiers of “meaning” and authenticity in music.
When it comes to music-nerd tirades about what goes into “meaningful” music, I can’t think of any better way to win the argument than denouncing the asinine, glossed-up interpretation of a wannabe Idol on last week’s episode. Plus, you can point out that, even within the realm of the show itself, the performers prove that authenticity is always an issue. Try this gem on an earnest American Idolater: “You know why Chris Daughtry is doing better than anyone else? He actually plays an instrument!”
3. It’s the perfect allegory for a dying industry (and further proof that style doesn’t equal sales).
Much like the major labels, American Idol is on the out. This season’s debut drew 10 percent less viewers than last year, despite producers’ attempts to bolster ratings with a light makeover, a bikini-clad pseudo-babe, and a new judge (who’s kind of a cutie). While those aren’t apocalyptic numbers, they do represent the same kind of downward trend that’s plagued the industry as a whole.
When you court a fickle kind of consumer, you have to either constantly reinvent to keep attention or actually innovate. The inability to do either of those things – especially in an industry made increasingly competitive by digital recording technology and the ease of Internet distribution – means that the show’s products are unable to escape the moment. This is why many of its marquee acts have been summarily dropped from their labels: without a real foundation, yesterday’s sensation simply isn’t worth what it used to be. For harbingers of the impending industry apocalypse, watching American Idol is the warmest of affirmations. It’s like watching a train that you wanted to wreck finally say “Fuck it” and chug into the inferno.
4. It gives you stuff to talk to your mom about.
These days, where else are you going to see young people taking Tony Bennett, Bon Jovi, and Barry Gibb seriously? Study the performers’ pristine pusses as they fawn over the washed-up, yuppie idols: it’s the perfect practice, offering the perfect talking points, for times when you have to feign enthusiasm for something you can’t stand.
5. Yeah, OK. It’s also pretty entertaining.
At the end of the day entertainment and art are completely separate entities. You might make a few jokes, but you wouldn’t dismiss a roller coaster for failing to fully address your existentialist angst. Sure, to maintain your public persona, you might act like an asshole or lie about it afterwards, but once you divorce yourself from the idea that all music HAS to mean something, what’s left is a lot of hilarious, and sometimes astounding, karaoke. Like Jackass or any other show based on pure spectacle, American Idol can be as mindlessly fun(ny) to watch as it is to snobbishly argue about afterward.
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A guide to Deer Breeds in Australia
Consider this your essential deer hunting guide to Australia.
There were many different species of animals released in Australia between 1800 and 1900, however not all species survived in the harsh Australian environment.
Six species of deer however acclimatised easily to life in the Aussie bush and now have flourishing wild populations. There may be more species that have gone unnoticed due to the large expanses of space in the Australian bush.
Acclimatization Era in Australia
Of the six species, some are descendants of the original species released during the acclimatisation era, while others have escaped from modern deer farms. With these deer living and breeding freely in Australia, there are more wild deer in Australia right now than there has ever been in any time in history.
From a hunter’s perspective, deer are an excellent animal to hunt, they are widely available with excessive numbers and the added bonus of being rather tasty if prepared right. See our guide to skinning a deer for information on preparing the deer meat for eating.
The guide below outlines the general appearance and demeanor of each of the species currently living wild in Australia.
Sambar deer (Cervus unicolour)
The sambar deer are Australia’s most popular game animal. The sambar is well known for being a formidable and clever game deer, and they prove to be quite the challenge for deer hunters.
The sambar was introduced around 1850 and were released at various checkpoints around Victoria and the northern territory. Hunted extensively in Victoria, the sambar has thick populations along the Great Dividing Range and well into other parts of NSW.
Appearance of the Sambar Deer
Large in stature, the sambar stag has been known to weigh up to 220 kg and stand up to 125cm high (to the shoulder). Their coats can range from a dull brown to a light grey, with some animals being spotted with much darker coats. Their bellies resemble the colour of old straw and a tail which incorporates long orange hairs. This colour scheme gives them an edge when evading hunters as they blend in well with the colours of the Australian forests and mountains.
The sambars antlers are six pointed and feature a V themed formation, which can be narrow with short antlers and as they mature the antlers can spread out. Mature stags are the most difficult to hunt with antlers over 76cm considered to be a great prize.
Hunting Sambar Deer in Australia
Sambar deer don’t usually congregate in herds, however sometimes small groups coexist during the antler growing period. Stags are primarily solitary animals. The best way to hunt the Sambar is to become familiar with their feeding habits and researching optimum hunting times.
For example, the sambar feed on both native and introduced plants and prefer to feed in the last hour before sundown.. Knowing the locations of the plants they prefer to feed on can give you the edge when tracking these wary deer to hunt. Hunting Sambar requires great perseverance and stalking being the most effective method for the active hunter, followed closely by stand hunting. Stand hunting requires a much more intimate knowledge of the animal and the hunter must be committed to waiting.
As far as legal calibres are concerned, the Sambar’s minimum is .270 with the more experienced hunter opting for much larger calibre such as .375 or .457 Winchesters.
Fallow deer (Dama dama)
Fallows are spread throughout the world and were introduced into Australia in the 1830’s and how have well established herds in 5 states.
Appearance of the Fallow Deer
With a varied coat colour, the Fallow have been noted with coats ranging from black, white, grey/brown and light brown. During winter the fallow have spots on their coat, and those with a light brown coat have been known to have spots all year around.
Grazing mostly in wooded areas, the Fallow also graze the open country with the most successful herds choosing forested areas. Preferring areas where bracken fern and wattle are most prominent, the Fallow have become quite comfortable in Australia.
Hunting the Fallow Deer in Australia
The Fallow buck have impressive antlers which have been noted to appear flat above the second tine with a palm like appearance. A buck with a 60cm antler length is considered to be a prize kill. April is the optimum time to hunt Fallow, as the bucks are easier to find due to their mating call. Conversely, during this time bucks fight over mates and territory more often and their antlers are prone to breaking during the fight.
Does tend to stay close to their buck and can possibly warn him of approaching hunters, so stealth must be a priority. For the patient hunter, stand hunting is a good way to catch Fallows as bucks often develop regular patterns of behavior and movement. These animals are not overly large and usually a small calibre such as a .243 can be used to take one down.
Red deer (Cervus elaphus)
Red deer was introduced to Australia during the mid-19th century and had its origins in English game parks. Herds are largest and strongest in QLD and the red deer has been trapped for farming in the past resulting in many reds existing in places they were never intended to be living.
The red deer is a hardy animal whose ability to survive in many environments ranging from thick jungle, to grasslands to open scrub. Although they prefer a space which is only partly wooded with both scr4ub and grassland, they are able to survive even the harshest environments.
Appearance of Red Deer
Reds are large and the stags can weigh up to 160kg with colour ranging from light red through to black. They are easily identified by buff coloured patches to the face, rump and along the neck. They are characterised by 12 pointed antlers which can grow up to 75cm.
Hunting Red Deer in Australia
Reds prefer to congregate in herds of up to a dozen animals, usually led by a dominant hind. Bachelor herds are not uncommon, but these usually dissipate once the males grow old enough to desire their own territory. Stags are usually easy to locate due to their loud mating calls. It is thought the red deer originated from the highlands of Scotland and they are well known for having a well-developed sense of smell and auditory sense. This is negated by poor eyesight so hunters can usually adopt a quiet and steady approach from downwind.
Reds are usually taken down with a .270 Winchester with a telescopic sight.
Rusa deer (Cervus timorensis)
As far as introduced species goes, the Rusa was late to the party. Arriving in Australia around 1860, they were introduced to VIC and WA during that year, then again in NSW during 1885.
The NSW introduction was a roaring success compared to the other states and trapping, bushfires and poaching has failed to reduce their numbers.
These popular deer have increased their range by moving closer and closer to humans by breeding on the outskirts of Sydney and Wollongong, as well as working their way south along the coastal ranges towards the Victorian border.
Appearance of the Rusa Deer
Rusa are also hunted on private property on the north coast of NSW as well as a few select locations in QLD. The Rusa is a relative of the Sambar, however they do not grow quite as large as the latter. Sporting a sparse, coarse coat which is brownish grey in colour with a buff colour underneath a large stag will only reach 140kg.
Hunting Rusa Deer in Australia
The Rusa deer excel in many different habitats although they prefer an area which has both grass and bush. Their antlers grow up to 70cm and this would be considered a prize kill. A herd animal by nature, the rusa’s tend to congregrate in larger herds. They communicate with each other quite loudly, specifically during July/August period when they declare their terrotories.
The Rusa breed of deer are best hunted into the wind using as much cover as possible using the Rusa’s predictable movements as a guide. The minimum calibure recommended is .270 Winchester, although many have been taken with a lesser calibre.
Axis or chital deer (Axis axis)
Chital deer were amongst the first species brought to Australia, with records dating as far back as 1803. Released into NSW firstly, they were later introduced in to both QLD and Victoria, with the QLD release being the most successful. Beginning with a release of 2 pairs of Chital, the herds are now strong and live mostly on private property. Hunting the Chital means a trophy fee is paid to the landowner.
Appearance of the Chital Deer
Recognised by it’s light to dark brown coat and white spots, the Chital also has a creamy coloured underbelly. These coloured markings help the deer blend into it’s surrounds making hunting a little more difficult.
The Chital antler is six pointed, with shape varying from wide to narrow and growing up to 72cm high.
Hunting Chital Deer in Australia
Chital deer are usually found in large herds of up to 30 animals making hunting a trophy head difficult. Best hunted into the wind, a hunter must hunt during the early morning and avoid spooking the herd. Since they sleep during the hottest part of the day, morning is best to hunt. The ideal calibre for a Chital is .270 Winchester with telescopic sight.
Hog deer (Axis porcinus)
Hog deer have specific needs for a habitat and as a result have stayed close to the areas they were released into in 1865. Hog deer require thick cover which is close to wetlands and marshes. Hunting is limited for hog deer, which are the smallest deer in Australia.
A mature stag will only weigh in at 45kg and as a result, antlers only grow to just over 35cm. Hog deer are usually brown all over, however in summer the coat can adopt a red tinge. As they age, the hog deer usually get grey hair on their face.
Appearance of the Hog Deer
The smallest of our deer, a mature hog deer stag in prime condition will weigh about 45kg. They are a uniform brown in colour, with the coat taking on a reddish tinge during the summer months. Older stags are often quite grey in the face and with a smaller area suitable for them to inhabit, hunting is quite problematic. Hunting season is usually declared in April, however a limit of one stag and one hind per hunter, hunting activities are limited. Also worth noting is each deer that is taken must be done so by a licensed hunter and each one must be tagged.
Hog deer generally congregate in smaller groups and feed both early in the morning as well as late in the evening. If they feel threatened they can switch to being nocturnal, and generally sleep near their feeding area. Hog deer are easily alerted to nearby hunters by other wildlife, so tree stands over water holes are a most effective means of hunting. You will require patience as these animals are both clever and skittish.
Hunting the Hog Deer in Australia
Even though hunting opportunities for the Hog deer are scarce, access is given each year to a good hunting habitat by the Blond Bay Hog Deer Advisory Group as well as guided hunts via management schemes on Sunday Island. The minimum calibre is a .243 Winchester for the hog deer.
We hope you have enjoyed reading our guide to wild deer in Australia and wish you happy hunting. Please contact us if you have any other questions.
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SATs do not reflect a student's full or limited potential
from Morgan Faranov
Cedar Cliff Sentinel
For decades, standardized testing, specifically the SAT, has been under significant scrutiny. Some believe that despite its seemingly unsolvable problems, the SAT is the fairest way to judge how well a student will do in college and in life. Although recently, a test optional trend has grown to include over 1000 colleges. This is mainly to create equal opportunities for students of all backgrounds. College testing has had its problems from the very beginnings, and it needs to undergo major revitalization if it wants to adequately represent a student’s ability.
Around the late 19th century, standardized testing became a phenomenon among particularly elite colleges. In the early 1900s there became a search for a test that would showcase someone’s knowledge no matter their hierarchy. Thus in 1926, the origin of the SAT began. It was called the Scholastic Aptitude Test and was created by Carl Brigham.
Brigham worked with the College Board (founded in 1899) to make the then five day test. The SAT was biased from the start showing that recent mass cheating scandals (such as the Varsity Blues Scandal) are not the first problems for the College Board. In 1926, people could actually pay the College Board a fee to get a heads notice on subject material. On top of that, Brigham originally believed that the SAT further proved the superiority of the “Nordic” race. This belief had such a great influence, that even presidential candidates used Brigham’s studies as evidence. Despite Brigham later debunking this myth, caucasians generally continue to have greater privileges in regards to the SAT.
The SATs were not overly controversial from the start. Things were running smoothly until the number of people taking the SATs skyrocketed from 10,000 to 800,000 during the 1940s to the 1950s. This is when problems began to come to light. Many felt that the questions were more based on memorization than actual intelligence. People also started to realize that the test gave a leg up to wealthy caucasians. Some racist colleges required the SAT in order to monitor certain races that got into the school.
In 2019, the average white, American test taker scored a 1114 where as black or African American students scored on average, a 933. Other demographics also scored significantly lower. The average score for American Indians and Alaskan Natives was 912, and hispanic, latino, and Latin Americans on average scored a 978.
The reason for the discrepancy between these scores is more so tied to economics. According to a 2014 study by the Washington Post, families who made over 200,000$ a year had an average combined SAT score of 1714 where as those who made $20,000 or less a year averaged a combined score of 1326. (Note that this was when the SAT was on the 2400 scale.) The section with the greatest difference between average scores was reading.
A common problem is that many privileged kids are spending thousands to learn how to take the SAT. Although this is legal, many lower class citizens are left behind in the dust because they cannot pay to learn how to raise their SAT scores. The cycle sadly doesn't just end after high school. Higher SAT scores equivalent to higher scholarships which means once again the rich have more opportunities. This puts those in poverty, at an even greater risk.
Although many low-income students are provided a free waiver for a specific amount of SAT tests, the high-income students often are able to take it many more times. International SAT takers are at an even greater disadvantage with costs often being more than many of their parents monthly salaries.
The rich also on average have better access to schools that will prepare them better for college testing. This is due to the, on average, better funded schools. Also, high-income families can afford to send their kids to private schools which have an even greater access to tutoring, AP classes, and standardized test preparation classes. Higher-income students on average are even given more time on the SAT since they are more likely to receive “special ‘504 designations,’” which are often given to those with ADHD or chronic anxiety. This allows students to either work in an independent work space, or have extra time. Many involved in the Varsity Blues Scandal were advised to use the “504 designations” technique.
The College Board has long said that the SAT is “uncoachable”. In fact, they put out a study in 1956 supposedly proving so. If this is true, then why does the College Board offer 99$ SAT sessions and SAT study books? It is true that with the College Board’s partnership with Khan Academy, there has been a greater access to free practice, but the preparation industry continues to grow since its boom in the 1940s.
Even if everyone is on equal financial playing grounds, the SAT is unfair. Why should a music major lose out on thousands of scholarships because their math score wasn’t high enough? Some point to subject tests to showcase the diversity of subjects the College Board offers, but subject tests are expensive and still only include a select amount of subject areas. Since the essay became a separate portion from the SAT, certain talents are further hidden. Many colleges won’t even look at the separate essay score. On top of all this, outlier tests are also an issue. These tests sparked public outrage because the grading scale was so different, that one question could mean the difference of 40 points.
As the College Board makes attempts to improve the SAT, some mistakenly believe that the SAT now best lays out a student’s academic ability. A study called “Defining Promise:Optional Standardized Testing Policies in American College and University Admissions.” refuted a study sponsored by the College Board showing that the SATs were a good indicator of student’s college performance. The study researched 123,000 students from 33 colleges. The results found that the GPA and graduation rate of SAT submitters versus that of non submitters were virtually the same with only “five one-hundreths of a GPA point and six-tenths of one percent in graduation rates.” This supports the theory that the SAT does not prove whether or not a student will do well in college. It only shows how they can speed through misleading questions at an early hour in the morning.
Not only is the SAT itself a subject for debate, but The College Board has experienced their fair share of skepticism. The College Board, despite claiming itself as a nonprofit, is a billion dollar business. In defense to this, the College Board points to the millions they have spent making their tests more accurate, but still the profit they make is roughly 14% which is high for even a for profit business.
The college testing industry could improve if it was not such a monopoly. Right now it is only being run by two nonprofits, The College Board, and ACT INC (made in 1959). The College Board though, has developed many more tests, and therefore crushes the profit earned by the ACT INC. The Los Angeles Times wrote, “It is completely unjustified for one private organization to have such a large influence.” If there was more competition in the college testing industry, many companies would work harder to put out fair and affordable tests.
Ironically, many of the colleges which first required the SAT, are now becoming test optional. Perhaps if college admissions paid more attention to student’s transcripts the SATs wouldn’t have to play such a big role in a student's acceptance into a college. Maybe even those involved with the Varsity Blues Scandal would have been discovered to not be star athletes. Nonetheless, the SATs need to continue to be revitalized so that everyone no matter their class or race can have equal opportunities.
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Ashen borrows a lot from the Dark Souls series, but adds enough new elements to forge its own way and create a friendlier experience. You can't avoid it - Ashen borrows everything from Dark Souls. The combat system, enemies that lurk in dark corners waiting to jump you, the healing flask, manual saving at...
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Management RPG Yes, Your Grace casts you as the king of many daughters
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Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville shows the long way the Plants vs. Zombies franchise has come since the original 2D tactical game. With the groovy launch trailer, we get a glimpse at the entire character roster for both factions: plants and zombies. With few gameplay moments here and there, you can take a...
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Kony Ealy
Defensive Lineman
TRANSACTION HISTORY:
Drafted 60th overall in the 2014 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.
2013 SEASON:
An explosive playmaker who has a good combination of pass rush and run stop abilities
Produced 93 tackles, 27.5 tackles for loss, 14 sacks, 19 quarterback pressures, four forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, one interception and 13 passes defensed
Entered the NFL following junior season
Established himself as an impact player in his sophomore season that saw him make 10 starts in 12 appearances overall
Ended the year with 37 tackles, but his play was more productive than just that, as he ranked 3rd on the team in tackles for loss (10.0 for 39 yards), 4th in sacks (3.5 for 28 yards), 2nd in pass break ups (7), and 2nd in quarterback pressures (5)
Twice had season-high totals of five tackles, including in the season finale at Texas A&M
Racked up a pair of TFLs in that A&M contest, as well
Had a monster season opener against Southeastern Louisiana, finishing the contest with four solo tackles and a sack while also breaking up a pass and forcing a fumble that was recovered by teammate Michael Sam for a touchdown
Assisted on a pair of tackles, including one for a two yard loss, against Georgia while adding a pair of QB hurries
Finished the Arizona State game with four tackles, adding a half sack and 1.5 tackles for loss
Had a tackle for loss against South Carolina and finished the game with three tackles
Had a sack and a pass breakup in the Central Florida game
Had four tackles and a QB sack of nine yards and 1.5 TFL, resulting in -10 yards against Vanderbilt
Had two tackles and a pass break-up against Alabama
Was fourth on the team with five tackles (three solo, two assists) with 0.5 TFL and a QB hit in the Tigers’ homecoming win over Kentucky
Had a great game in the Tigers’ 14-7 loss at Florida with a tackle (solo for a loss) with a pair of pass deflections
Posted two tackles (one solo, one assist) with a pass-break-up and a quarterback hit in the Tigers’ 51-48, four overtime win at Tennessee
Made solid contributions as a redshirt freshman, making 13 tackles in 12 games overall
Ended the year by making a pair of tackles against North Carolina in the Independence Bowl, including a half-tackle for loss
Earned his first career start at Baylor
Notched 3.0 tackles for loss on the year, including 1 QB sack of 8 yards
Recorded his first career sack against Texas Tech
Also had tackles for loss against Baylor, Texas Tech and Miami (Ohio)
Recorded a season high 3 tackles against Texas A&M
Also had 2 tackles against Oklahoma State
Showed his considerable athletic skills all throughout the season, working as part of the defensive scout team, while also getting bigger and stronger in the Tiger strength program
Won the team’s defensive back-up player of the week award for his work in preparation for McNeese State.
Rivals.com ranks him as the No. 3 player in the state of Missouri, as well as the nation’s No. 11 weakside defensive end prospect, in addition to considering him one of the nation’s top 250 prep players overall
Scout.com ranks him as the nation’s #13 defensive end prospect, and says he is a good athlete who does well in space and who has good speed in pursuit
Ranked as the nation’s No. 49 defensive end prospect by ESPN.com
Was a first-team all-state, all-conference, all-region and all-district selection after his senior season which saw him amass 104 total tackles, 28 tackles for loss, 12.5 quarterback sacks, 31 quarterback pressures, 5 forced fumbles, 7 pass break ups, 4 blocked kicks
Also managed 27 receptions for 596 yards and 6 touchdowns on offense, while he also ran for 162 yards and 2 TDs, as well
Notched 89 tackles as a junior, including 31 tackles for loss, and 10.5 quarterback sacks while adding 21 quarterback hurries
On offense as a junior, caught 22 passes for 501 yards and 3 touchdowns
Is also a standout on the basketball court for New Madrid, where he has won all-state, and numerous all-district, all-region and all-conference honors
High school coach – Arlen Pixley
Parents – Willie Ealy & Nettie Jones
Interested in studying business management at Mizzou
Lists hobbies as horseback riding, fishing, basketball, movies and reading
Chose Mizzou over Nebraska, Georgia Tech, Arkansas, Mississippi and Illinois, among others.
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Home / Regional / Buju Banton got a bigger crowd in Trinidad than in Jamaica.
Buju Banton got a bigger crowd in Trinidad than in Jamaica.
April 26, 2019 in Regional
“All is well that ends well” that is what Buju Banton, the Trinidadian police force and the reggae fans who were in Trinidad for the continuation of the Long Walk to Freedom tour are saying.
What started out as a rough beginning with the hotel room of Buju Banton getting raided by Trinidad’s police ended with Buju Banton giving s superb performance to a sold out crowd.
There was hardly standing room in Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain, which is the largest venue in Trinidad and Tobago as the Reggae Grammy Award singer took the stage.
The crowd that came to see Buju Banton in Trinidad was way more than the over 30,000 that squeezed into the National Stadium in Jamaica to see him on the first leg of the tour.
The Trinidadian division of parks did not have the official crowd number as yet but they say it is well over 35,000 and closer to 40,000 people.
Buju Banton showed how please he was with the huge crowd when he called Commissioner of Police, Gary Griffith, to join him on the stage and let the people know there is no animosity between Jamaica and Trinidad.
“Tell the people of Trinidad and Tobago that all is well and it ended well,” The Rasta said to Griffith.
“Buju Banton, I will take a line from your song. How could you ever think? Trinidad and Tobago, don’t ever doubt we’re your friends. And from GG to BB, Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica are allies forever,” Griffith replied to the Rasta artiste.
“You hear that? We’re gonna make it better. The relations between the two nations must improve. It begins tonight. We pressing the reset button. You saw it,” Buju said, as the crowd cheered in a sign of love and unity.
Buju Banton’s Long Walk to Freedom tour will continue in Barbados this coming weekend.
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Updated on : Monday, January 13, 2020, 9:46 AM IST
'...writing Arvind Kejriwal's political obituary': BJP criticises AAP for post that compared Delhi CM to Shah Rukh Khan in Baazigar
By FPJ Web Desk
The Aam Aadmi Party's Twitter game is strong, but was comparing Arvind Kejriwal to Shah Rukh Khan's character in Baazigar a bad idea?
Photo: AAP/Twitter
The BJP certainly seems to think so.
After the party shared a post on Twitter taking a jibe at Delhi BJP leader and Member of Parliament, Manoj Tiwari, the BJP responded saying that whoever was handling the social media account was "writing Arvind Kejriwal’s political obituary".
"SRK was a manipulative villain in the movie who was plotting against Kajol & her family. He killed Kajol's sister. And, in the end, he got killed for his sins," the party wrote.
"Same fate awaits Kejriwal in Delhi!" it concluded.
Whoever is handling this account is writing Arvind Kejriwalâs political obituary. SRK was a manipulative villain in the movie who was plotting against Kajol & her family. He killed Kajol's sister.
And, in the end, he got killed for his sins. Same fate awaits Kejriwal in Delhi! https://t.co/Bv2mTHBD2N
— BJP Delhi (@BJP4Delhi) January 12, 2020
Now, in case you haven't watched the movie, or can't quite remember the plot, let us briefly recapitulate how things go down.
Khan's character (Ajay Sharma) is driven by a need to avenge his father's death and he will seemingly stop at nothing to get what he wants. He murders Seema, a character played by Shilpa Shetty, who he had claimed to love, and goes on to murder a few others along the course of the movie. This includes two friends of Seema, and finally, her father. He too dies at the end of the movie, seemingly finally at peace.
The other lead character in the movie, Priya (played by Kajol) incidentally is Seema's sister, who Sharma had pretended to be in love with. Her active involvement in the plot aside, she has the misfortune of seeing many people in her life die, even as she tries to investigate and find answers. In the concluding scenes of the movie, she realises that her father is at fault, and then unfortunately is witness to both her father's and Sharma's deaths.
Now, there's definitely more to the movie than what we've just mentioned. After all, it was after all a tremendous success.
But the summarisation given above takes on a greater relevance when we put it in the context of the BJP's tweet.
‘Who gave AAP the right’: BJP serves Rs 500 crore defamation notice over Manoj Tiwari’s edited video
The BJP is not the only one baffled by this particular tweet. But then again, the internet is nothing if not conflicted. And so, there is naturally a whole variety of reactions.
Politics in India ð https://t.co/TCWbv5KcUn
— Prashant Bajpai (@prashantsrk) January 13, 2020
Kejriwal is a murderer and Manoj Tiwari is an honest cop?
Has BJP Delhi hacked this account? https://t.co/gaXpArEceI
— Gappistan Radio (@GappistanRadio) January 12, 2020
BTW, Shahrukh was an antagonist in the film who was avenging his mother, father and sister's death and reclaiming what was truly belonged to him.
And kajol sided with him in the end.Just like delhi will be with kejri knowing that who the true villain is.
"Aayega to kejriwal hi" https://t.co/qPvfMLZeic
— GaBBaR Chief of Fekosolvakia (@nk01) January 13, 2020
Murderer of two sisters..
Delhi as a UT and Delhi as a state..
What a symbolic representation..@ManojTiwariMP@ArvindKejriwal @BJP4India https://t.co/WMucP3mDM4
— PRANAY SINGH (@pranayrajan) January 13, 2020
Hey bhagwan. It now seems like a battle of two groups of idiots in NCR. Good luck, Delhi. https://t.co/E0Qq1jMma4
— Deepak Mehta (@KhotteDePuttar) January 12, 2020
'Boring content': AAP pans BJP's 'Paap Ki Adalat' video mocking Kejriwal
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Traditional Christian Holiday in Germany Renamed 'Festival of Lights' to Help Muslim Refugees Feel Welcome
By Leah Marieann Klett ( [email protected] ) Nov 04, 2015 03:02 PM EST Comment
The lantern procession is an integral part of St. Martin's Day celebrations. picture-alliance/ dpa
In an effort to help Muslim migrants in Germany feel welcome, several schools and daycare center in Düsseldorf have have renamed the Christian festival of Saint Martin's the secular "festival of lights".
According to a report from Breitbart News, St. Martin's Day, also known as the Feast of St. Martin, is a traditional autumn event in the Christian calendar, held on the 11th of November after the harvest.
St. Martin, also known as Martin of Tours, is one of today's most recognizable saints. A Roman soldier for many years, Martin eventually became a monk after an encounter with a freezing beggar at the gate of Amenes. After giving the beggar his coat, Martin had a vision of Christ, which impelled him finally to receive baptism and to leave the army for the life of a monk.
For hundreds of years, communities have celebrated Martin's life, gathering around a bonfire on St. Martin's eve, called "Martinsfeuer," before participating in a lantern procession through the local conurbation.
That's all about to change, as this year, many Germans decided to cancel the annual event to give "consideration for the refugees."
"We have deliberately chosen [the new name] because we want the meaning of integration and unity to reach as many children as possible, and because more people will participate in our procession," the head of the German Red Cross in Gerresheim explained.
Additionally, the Acting Headmistress of Salesian Montessori Community School in Oberkassel, Nanette Weidelt, told the Rheinische Post that the new name had been adopted, "in order to facilitate integration".
Others, however, are not so supportive on renaming the Christian celebration. Breitbart notes that the director of Sun Road primary school in Düsseldorf said their Muslim parents "appreciate the traditional lore of the Martin procession" so in their school, "the celebration of St. Martin will stay."
Kerstin Breuer, head of Urban Street School in Kita Velberter, Oberbilk, also said her school will continue to observe the event.
"We celebrate St. Martin and not 'Festival of Lights.' This was the parents' decision as well," she said, explaining that 90 out of the 100 children in their school actually come from immigrant families, and about 3/4 of them are Muslim.
Latest estimates are that Germany might expect as many as 1.5 million refugees by the end of the year, mostly from Syria, Afghanistan and Iraq. There are no signs the numbers will let up in the near future, as an estimated 10,000 people continue to arrive every day.
A report from InfoWars.com notes that blogger Pamela Geller contends that the change is yet another example of how Germans are being forced to integrate with Muslim culture -- not the other way around.
"These migrants are coming to our countries from failed, devastated cultures. When and why was it decided that we have to mute and censor our traditions and mores for theirs - a failed society that suffocates and destroys?" writes Geller. "They are running from devastation and failure; why adopt that?"
According to the Epoch Times, this is not the first time the celebration has come under attack. In 2013, Rüdiger Sagel of The Left of North Rhine-Westphalia party insisted that the Feast of Saint Martin should be changed to accommodate the "high proportion of Muslim children in the day care centres."
"You should not impose the Christian tradition," he said.
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CIOs Fear Mass Exodus of Government IT Workers
States are not only anticipating a wave of retirements but also trouble filling the vacancies. How are they preparing?
By Tod Newcombe | Managing Editor
When New York state Chief Information Officer Maggie Miller testified in February before the state legislature, she warned lawmakers of a looming IT staff crisis. Within the next few years, she said, her agency expects to lose 25 percent of its staff to retirement. As those retirements unfold, they will reduce the average level of experience for senior state IT workers from 40 years to 11 years.
New York is not alone. Maine is also facing a mass exodus of its IT workforce. It estimates that 24 percent of IT workers are eligible to retire in the next two years. A National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) report last year found that 40 percent of states expect that between 11 and 20 percent of their workers will be eligible to retire in the next year, while 86 percent found it challenging to recruit new workers to fill vacant IT positions. CIOs also cited a lack of funding for training as one of the top three impediments to developing, supporting and maintaining IT services, according to the survey.
State technology agencies are responding to the problem in several different ways, including hiring human resources directors who specialize in IT recruitment, developing internship programs to generate interest among young people and investing in training programs.
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Colorado’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) faces the dubious task of trying to recruit new workers when unemployment in the IT field is at a very low 2.4 percent in the Denver region. “Just about everyone who wants a job in technology has one,” says Karen Wilcox, director of human resources at OIT. With the state unable to match private-sector salaries, recruiting workers to fill retiree and new slots isn’t easy.
Wilcox has shelved the old recruitment strategy known as “post and pray” in favor of more proactive approaches, such as widening candidate pipelines by seeking out IT workers through, for example, social media, software developer meet-ups and internships. The latter, in particular, is one way to engage future candidates who may still be in high school but want to learn about technology and the public sector.
Attracting IT workers in a red-hot tech market also calls for creative branding, says Wilcox. “We promote working at OIT by telling prospective candidates that we do important work. It isn’t boring work.”
OIT uses metrics to track how quickly it takes to fill positions -- the average is 45 days, though more senior positions can take longer -- and to measure job satisfaction. Colorado has also added training and development into the mix to keep IT skills up to date. “It’s a hot-button issue [that we need to] keep as current as possible,” Wilcox says.
Tod Newcombe | Managing Editor | tnewcombe@governing.com | @tnewcombe
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Costa Rica Sets Goal To Become The First Country To Ban Single-Use Plastic
By Aimee Lutkin
The Costa Rica's Ministries of Health and Environment and Energy has announced a new initiative supported by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) that would ban all single use plastics in Costa Rica by 2021. EcoWatch reports that the decision was released in June for World Environment Day, then in mid-July there was a joint statement on the UNDP website from Environment and Energy minister Edgar Gutiérrez, Health minister María Esther Anchía, and Alice Shackelford, who represents UNDP for Costa Rica on their plan.
Costa Rica News reports the alternative is made from a cellulose acetate, which is extracted from plants, mostly yucca starch or chitin out of the exoskeleton of shrimps. Chemistry students Daniela Palomo, José Eduardo Castro and Sebastián Hernández, at the Universidad de Costa Rica, experimented with material made out of bananas. They created a substance that disintegrated within 18 months and also released a pesticide treatment as it melted.
According to their post, Costa Rica produces 4,000 tons of solid waste every year, and about one fifth of that is never collected, meaning it pollutes the country's beautiful forests and beaches. Single-use plastics are a huge part of that litter, and as they mention, by 2050 it's estimated there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. The plan is to replace single-use plastic with water soluble products that disintegrate within six months, as opposed to the hundreds of years it takes for a plastic cup to decompose.
UNDP urged the citizens of Costa Rica to join in with the 2021 goal in mind, as the change requires the help of everyone:
"It's not going to be easy, and the government can't do it alone," they said. "To promote these changes, we need all sectors—public and private—to commit to actions to replace single-use plastic through five strategic actions: municipal incentives, policies and institutional guidelines for suppliers; replacement of single-use plastic products; research and development—and investment in strategic initiatives.
"We also need the leadership and participation of all: women, men, boys and girls," they continued.
They'll probably have good luck with appealing to the Costa Rican people, as the country has a reputation for moving towards sustainability, which has made it a popular attraction for eco-tourists, and has worked to run on renewable energy and rebuild their forest, doubling their cover from 26 percent in 1984 to more than 52 percent by 2017. The end of single-use plastic is another big step on their green path.
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Bertil Vallien | Journey of the Soul | October – November 3
October 16, 2019 @ 10:30 am - November 3, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
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STOCKBRIDGE, MA: Through November 3, Schantz Galleries in Stockbridge presents a stunning collection of Swedish artist Bertil Vallien’s signature sand-cast glass sculptures and installations. The exhibition of unique glass sculptures reveals the artist’s thoughtful exploration of the multi-faceted relationship of the human journey.
Bertil’s work is transcendental in nature — imagined journeys which take us into the realm of the subconscious. His metaphysical Boats transport universal images, and these archetypal symbols speak on a primal level. The results are virtually alchemical transformations, spanning from the primary material of sand, to the ethereal qualities of light transference through glass, to that of metal and stone. He continues to explore the range of possibilities of sandcasting techniques through continuous experimentation while advancing his artistic language.
For this exhibition, this master of duality offers a contra point to his intricate cast pieces with new works called Super Eggs. Vallien says that he sat down with his casting crew one day and said: “no casting today, let’s blow, let’s show what the human breath can do with glass.” The result is the most natural form glass can make, a bubble, expanded to the limits of fragility and lightness.
Bertil Vallien was born in 1938 in a suburb north of Stockholm, where he felt the inclination to be an artist from a very early age. He studied ceramics at the Konstfack School of Arts, Crafts, and Design in Stockholm, then spent two years at the School for Advanced Industrial Design. At Konstfack, he graduated at the top of his class and was awarded a Royal Foundation grant. His love of ceramics took him the Los Angeles for a position with HAL Fromholt Ceramics, and soon he was meeting artists, critics, and gallery owners, attending events at California universities, and exhibiting his ceramics. In 1963, he was invited back to Sweden by the C.H. Åfors glass-factory, where he contributed to a successful reorganization of the company and designed many of their most well-known lines.
Vallien’s introduction to glass offered artistic opportunities that were lacking in ceramics, and blowing glass became central to his work. He has described it as: “ladling matter out of a volcano and watching the glowing lava turn into ice. Knowing the exact moment at which to capture a shift of light or expression and wrench the secret from the glass is what it’s all about.” Vallien combines his creative and industrial training as the foremost artist working in sand-cast glass, an innovative approach to this very classical medium. His work has a symbolic and mystical narrative, in which the human head, boats, maps, stars, crosses, bridges, pyramids, and rings play recurring roles. Sometimes the light-absorbing glass is transparent like a membrane that allows vision into the spaces within. At other times it is translucent to represent how our understanding can at times be dark or clouded. Each Vallien piece tells a unique story.
Exhibition Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., closed on Wednesdays.
Jason Velázquez has worked in print and digital journalism and publishing for two decades.
www.greylockglass.com
www.schantzgalleries.com
Schantz Galleries
Schantz Galleries Contemporary Glass
3 Elm Street
Stockbridge, MA 01262 United States + Google Map
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Work/Tour Support History.
A few of the artists & bands I've worked for, on tour thru North & South America, Europe, Asia & Australia.
YES. Steve Howe gtr tech
Guitar Tech/Stage Crew
2011 USA. "Progressive America" Tour with STYX.
2016 Europe. Spring Tour.
2016 USA. Summer Tour.
2016 Japan. Fall Tour.
2017 USA. Winter Tour/ Cruise To The Edge.
2017 USA/CAN YESTIVAL w/Todd Rundgren, Carl Palmer
2018 UK/Belgium/France 50th Anniversary Tour
2019 Gulf Of Mex/Cruise To The Edge, Japan.
What can we say? Genre-busting influential "prog-rock" legend from the band YES. But really so much more than a "prog" guy, actually truly "progressive", known & beloved for his explorations on electric guitar, classical, acoustic, steel guitar, a parade of Gibson jazz-box hollow bodies, as well as all the things at the edge of guitar, harp-guitars, electric sitar, guitar-synth, etc.
Touring with YES and working for Steve is a continual education. Humbled and trying to just observe and listen as he works his unique sonic concept. Talking to Steve about his 1950s-1960s rock, rockabilly, jazz and pop guitar influences -- amazing insights. It's a highlight of my life and career to be working for such a major influence, and to be there at soundchecks around the world as he runs through an amazing array of musical delights and highlights.
Tour Manager, Stage Manager/Guitar Tech.
2017 Nov 2017 USA/West Coast Tour
First USA/WC Tour in 19 years.
2019 Mar/Apr USA/West Coast Tour
One of the most creative and innovative fuison/jazz-rock/progressive bands. Well known for their formative years featuring legendary Genesis drummer Phil Collins. Phil played on the first four BX albums and toured with them a number of times. The current incarnation features ORIGINAL/FOUNDING members Percy Jones (bass) and John Goodsall (guitar).
Brand X has influenced most prog rock and fusion musicians who came of age in the 70s/80s, and they consistently released albums from the mid-70s all their the late 90s. The recent reunion has rejuvenated the band, a new live album out and plans for new studio material.
Pic: with Brand X guitarist John Goodsall, San Juan Capistrano CA, Nov 2017
Toured with: 2015-present
2015 Tour for ECM release "Only Sky", David's highly acclaimed, widely charting first solo CD in many years. Also his first solo USA tour since 1992.
David Torn is one of those artists that is...elusively everywhere, right under your nose, yet many people are still learning about his vast catalog as we speak.
A guitarist/oud player with many iconoclastic solo projects , albums & film scores, David works with many of the major Hollywood and indie directors. His band projects are all over the map - with fellow legends and groundbreakers like Tony Levin, Bill Bruford, Tim Berne, Terry Bozzio, Mick Karn, Don Cherry, Mark Isham, Vernon Reid, Michael Shrieve, Elliott Sharp and more
David is also a sonic pioneer in terms of having been involved in the development of several pieces of studio & live signal processing hardware and software. Many items that are used every day in studios, by companies like Lexicon, Eventide, Digitech, EHX and many other, were developed with David as a consultant, developer and/or beta-tester
www.davidtorn.net
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Toured with: 2006-2010, 2014-present. USA, Canada, Australia, Germany, Spain, Holland, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey.......
Adrian needs little introduction. Pulled out of cover band obscurity by Frank Zappa, He went on to perform & record with David Bowie, Talking Heads, Laurie Anderson, Paul Simon, Tom Tom Club, Herbie Hancock, Nine Inch Nails, Tori Amos, and became the vocalist & co-guitarist of KING CRIMSON for over 30 years. Seeing him with Crimson in 1982 at age 17 was a life-changer for me. I teched and tour managed for Adrian worldwide 2006-2010, and am happy to be back on his team for the 2014 Fall Tour. Adrian is a riot to be on the road with, high energy and with a THOUSAND stories from his many adventures.
www.adrianbelew.net
Toured with: 2010-2016 (RIP Greg)
Tours in: England, Canada, Japan, Italy, USA
Bass/Guitar Tech, Teleprompter, stage crew
Emerson/Lake Tour 2010
Emerson, Lake & Palmer Reunion/Final Show 2010
Greg Lake Solo Tours 2012 etc
Greg was the original bassist/vocalist of KING CRIMSON. He went on to co-found Emerson Lake & Palmer. So he is one of the founders of ProgRock. I've worked for Greg since 2010 all through the USA, Canada, UK, Italy and Japan, taking care of his guitars & basses. Greg is another great storyteller, he knows EVERYONE in British rock and has seen most of them play from the earliest days. a History Book..and I'll say it again -- THE VOICE of King Crimson and ELP. Incredible. His demands for sound quality and having his guitars ready, setup and in pristine working condition really pushed the envelope for me. Audiophile ears.
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Toured with: 2009-2016. (RIP John)
Tours in: Poland, England, Japan, USA, Netherlands.
John Wetton needs little introduction. As the voice and bassist of the classic 1973-76 KING CRIMSON, he basically picked up the reins from the great Greg Lake (above), after a short detour for the band (Boz Burrell).
John was briefly in a number of classic bands like ROXY MUSIC and URIAH HEEP, after Crimson he of course co-founded the legendary supergroup UK. The UK and related reunions are the projects I have toured and worked for John on (As Bass/guitar tech, TelePrompter operator
After the intial UK years, John went on to co-found ANOTHER supergroup. That band with Steve Howe, Geoff Downes and Carl Palmer: ASIA, would see massive chart success and work for decades in the rock/prog/pop world.
John's many solo albums and guest appearances & collaborations with pioneers like Steve Hackett are worth seeking out.
FUNNY NOTE/ASIA BAND MEMBERS:
- I have toured with Wetton (UK Tours)
- I have toured with Downes and Howe (YES 2011 Tour)
- I have toured with Carl Palmer (ELP reh/reunion 2010, Yestival 2017).....
but never toured with the four original guys all at once !!
Toured with: 2008, Tour Manager. USA & Canada
Derek is another guy that needs little intro! It was incredible to hear his amazing slide guitar work every night, and his amazing band. One of the nicest guys in the biz and a complete joy to work for. Great band, super crew. Just find him a bookstore and tell him what time you need him at the lobby. Low maintenance and a killer guitarist ! From his time as a kid sitting in with the Allmans, to being in the band, to his own groups and now the excellent Tedeschi-Trucks Band with his talented wife Susan, Derek just brings it and is a true bluesman and world music head.
www.derektrucks.com
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Toured with: 2005-2006, Tour Manager, Guitar Tech. USA, Canada, Chile, Israel, Poland, Germany, Bulgaria, Portugal, Austria, Switzerland, Serbia, Spain (??)
Al !! If you're reading this you know. He's one of the guys on this list that has changed the face of guitar playing, BOTH electric and acoustic. It's that simple. Chick Corea grabbed him out of Berklee as a teenager to tour with Return To Forever. The rest is ongoing history. Touring with Di Meola for a year was an ADVENTURE, the 2nd show saw me in a tiny prop plane flying to Rouyn-Naranda, a small Canadian copper mining town.
With Al I traveled for the first time to places like Poland, Israel, Spain, Portugal, Chile and coast to coast in the USA. Simply a lesson every day. One of the most dramatic things that impacted & impressed me was that AL PRACTICES ALL THE TIME. All.The.Time. I'd walk into a backstage at LUNCHTIME and he was shredding.
I'd show up to his hotel room for a business meeting and he has his guitar. Airport with downtime? Workin' it. Hardly anyone tours as much as the guy, as well, 40-some years straight. One of a kind. Also pictured is the GREAT Gumbi Ortiz, Al's longtime percussionist and just a great guy.
www.aldimeola.com
www.gumbiortiz.com
Toured with: 2014, Guitar/Bass Tech. USA, Canada, Germany, Japan.
moe. is just one of those bands that has MADE themselves who they are. The growth in this band -- since I met them in 2000 when my band Project/Object did some stuff w them -- is astounding. They really came from being "just OK" to being a blistering unit, prolific as hell with hundreds of great songs and a boatload of covers.
It truly was fantastic each night hearing them delve into two new sets each night. Over the whole summer certain tunes, I only heard once or twice. They have a great crew and all the guys were super easy to work with.
I soaked up a LOT of guitar tone knowledge on this run. We crissrossed the from CO east, and did a festival each in Japan & Germany and a couple more gigs in Germany. Excellent band, superb crew, excellent time. Check them out if you haven't heard them in a while!!
www.moe.org
UK. Eddie Jobson/John Wetton
Toured with: 2009-present,
Bass Tech, Keys/Mainstage tech,
Violin passer. USA, Japan, Poland, Norway, Netherlands, England...
UK. Wow. Well I grew up with this band - their classic, crushing debut was my absolute fave prog album as a teen, and is basically "prog/fusion album #1" for me. With Bill Bruford, Allan Holdsworth, Wetton & Jobson, it's hard to beat and the compositions are stupendous. The 2nd UK album, while a polarizing effort for some, IMHO is equally amazing, just ina different way. What Bozzio brough to the table, and Wetton and Jobson's more muscular playing in the new sonic space afforded by a trio, are still incredible to hear. For me it's some of Bozzio's most incredible playing, in a long list of incredible moments.
In 1980 I discovered the Tull album "A" that Eddie Jobson was on - it's still one of my faves; then in 1981 I encountered yet another still-fave album with EJ on it: "Zappa In New York". Soon I noticed a pattern "this guy is on all these great albums" !!
Jump ahead a few years and I meet Eddie in the post-show audience at a small "Bruford-Moraz" gig around 1986. He is approachable and we have a great conversation.
Fast forward another 22 years and after meeting him again in August 2008, I start working for Eddie that December. To date (March 2015) I have toured in the USA, Japan, Poland, Norway, Netherlands, England & Russia with Jobson & Wetton and Eddie's various projects like UZ (Ultimat Zero) and UKZ.
Each band with different drummers including the great Marco Minnemann.
THE PICTURE: I've not worked with Bozzio though I've met him a few times. But this picture was just TOO COOL to not use, so there you go. Cruise ship dock in Miami: I had just stepped OFF the Moodys Cruise with Greg Lake, I was waiting for transport for my gear..and the UK guys arrived to embark on the Yes Cruise to The Edge. I did that cruise the next year, 2014, with the quartet cersion of UK.
Eddie, I feel is one of the most unsung keyboard player/violinists....unsung probably because he walked away from the whole rock music touring machine for 25 years.
Tons of people know who he is but 10x as many should. I've been working with him since his return to action in '08, and it's really been an honor as, once again, it's someone whose music literally changed my life and understanding of music.
Since his FIRST gig returning to live playing, the Town Hall NYC in 2009, EJ has led a series of lineups with greats like Alex Machacek, Gary Husband, Billy Sheehan, Greg Howe, Marco Minnemann, Tony Levin, Virgil Donati, Marc Bonilla, Ric Fierabracci, TJ Helmerich, Mike Mangini, Sonja Krystina, and Aaron Lippert.....
It was an emotional pair of tours for all of us, the Europe/England leg in Feb/March then the USA/Japan leg in April/May, bringingto a close the 38 yr history of this band. A disctinct honour to be on the team.
www.eddiejobson.com
www.johnwetton.com
www.terrybozzio.com
Coming soon...Info on other tours including:
Keith Emerson & Greg Lake
Toured with: 2010, Guitar/Bass Tech. USA, Canada: First Duo tour by prog legends. Live CD was recorded. Storyteller multimedia show.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
2010: Rehearsals and Reunion show at HIGH VOLTAGE festival, London England. Guitar/Bass Tech, Effects technician. 6 weeks of Reh at Shepperton Studios, then the legendary reunion show. DVD/CD and cable/satellite broadcast recorded from show. First show by ELP, since early 1990s. Only show in this century (as of July 2015).
Celebrating David Bowie
2018: Rehearsals and tour in UK, Netherlands, Iceland, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Paraguay, Argentina. Music Of David Bowie with rotating Bowie alumni and all stars
The Grandmothers
Toured with: 2001, Tour Manager, tech assistant, booking agent, driver. USA, Zappa alums Don Preston, Bunk Gardner, Billy Mundi, Roy Estrada with Ken Rosser
Andre Cholmondeley. Performance. Tour Production & Support.
GuitarTour Productions
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Glenn Beck: Another Dem flips out
GLENN: Hey, did you hear — did you hear the audio of Ciro Rodriguez?
PAT: Yeah, uh huh.
GLENN: Who went nuts on the — was it him that —
PAT: That didn’t know--
GLENN: That didn't know about the — who was Ciro Rodriguez?
PAT: He's the one, he's the one who went nuts at the restaurant and he started yelling at his constituents about the healthcare bill.
GLENN: Okay. We have — play that real quick.
RODRIGUEZ: If we have not done anything in the next eight years based on CBO, congressional budget oversight, it would have cost us $4.1 trillion.
VOICE: The CBO is already revising its numbers for ObamaCare.
RODRIGUEZ: Let me finish. Otherwise if you are not willing to —
VOICE: No, tell the truth then.
RODRIGUEZ: Ma'am, don't accuse me of not saying the truth.
GLENN: Stop, stop. Stop. He wasn't telling the truth.
PAT: No, he wasn't.
GLENN: The CBO has revised the numbers. Now, he may not think — he may not know, but that's a problem.
PAT: Yeah.
GLENN: And only a well informed citizenry can keep the republic safe. Only a well informed citizenry.
PAT: He comes over like he's going to slap her upside the head or something.
GLENN: Oh, I know. He hits the papers.
PAT: Yeah, yeah.
GLENN: He takes the papers and he slams them down: I am tired of this. You're tired of it? "I get a kick out of these people who say they are tired. Why are they tired? They are reading the bill. That's why they're tired. They don't read the bill ?
PAT: It makes you tired. That's why —
GLENN: Really tired.
[NOTE: Transcript may have been edited to enhance readability - audio archive includes full segment as it was originally aired]
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Ys: The Vanished Omens (Sega Master System)
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Ys: The Vanished Omens
Wikipedia link Ys I: Ancient Ys Vanished
Developer(s) Nihon Falcom
Publisher(s) Nihon Falcom
Platform(s) NEC PC-8801, Sharp X1, NEC PC-9801, FM-7, MSX2, Famicom, Sega Master System, MS-DOS, Apple IIGS, Sharp X68000
Release date(s) June 21, 1987 (for the PC-9801)
October 15, 1988 (for the Sega Master System)
Mirror Glitch
In the Sega Master System version of the game, when the player attempts to buy a mirror from Pin's Pawn Shop three or more times, the game may execute a variety of routines. While many of these freeze the game, it has gained notability for the possibility of triggering beneficial effects, such as maximizing the player's level before fighting a single enemy, or warping directly to the credits.
For the credits warp in particular to be possible, the overworld view needs to be oriented a particular way prior to entering the shop.
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TASVideos page on the game, by CoolKirby
The current fastest TAS of the game using the credits warp, by JohnUK89
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The UK has given indications that it may bring hate speech charges against the London-based Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Altaf Hussain. Britain’s Home Secretary Amber Rudd has told the House of Commons Home Affairs Committee that she is providing support to state prosecutors as they consider whether or not to bring the charges.
The secretary’s remarks came in the response to Bradford MP Naz Shah’s question. The home secretary said: “I get lobbied quite a lot if I go to Pakistan or to other countries about this. I am making sure that the Crown Prosecution Service and the Metropolitan Police have the support they need in order to make sure that they can, where appropriate, bring prosecutions.”
This was decided after a meeting between Dr. Farooq Sattar and the Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi. This move will certainly strengthen the anti-Altaf faction of the MQM and move the party further away from Altaf Hussain’s shadow
The charges being considered by the British authorities range from encouraging violent disorder, inciting others to commit terrorism outside England and Wales to the encouragement of terrorism. In August, the British government asked for Pakistan’s help to bring charges against Altaf Hussain in relation to speeches he gave on March 11, 2015, and Aug 22, 2016.
Read more: Why Nadeem Nusrat’s desertion from MQM-London is not significant?
In the August speech, Hussain had incited members of his party MQM to launch assaults against the offices of Samaa and ARY news channels. Afterwards, protesters then attacked the ARY News office which led to one man’s death.
That incident was to have a detrimental impact on Altaf’s power in his party. Soon after the headquarters of the MQM known as Nine Zero, long thought a no go, area was raided by Law Enforcement agencies. This was followed by a declaration of the Pakistan based MQM leaders for having split up with Altaf Hussain whose faction was renamed MQM-London.
Mr. Cadman told reporters that he had been assured by the police that they were still working on the issue. Mr. Merchant was himself suspect of involvement in MQM money laundering before the case against him was dropped in 2016
Altaf’s reversal of fortune from being the powerbroker of Pakistan’s commercial hub, Karachi to a dogged exile was to continue. Altaf whose speeches were always televised live before was cut off from the airwaves after he started speaking against Pakistan. To add to his woes, the BBC filed a report uncovering the links he had with the Indian intelligence agency R&AW to sow discord in Pakistan.
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Altaf Hussain is also mired in the murder case of a close MQM leader Dr. Imran Farooq. Imran Farooq was found murdered near his home in North London on 16 September 2010. Later on, a key suspect in the murder case confessed that Altaf Hussain gave him directions to assassinate Farooq in a telephonic speech to workers in Karachi.
He claimed that September 16 was chosen for Farooq’s assassination to present a ‘gift’ to Altaf Hussain on September 17, which is the birthday of MQM founder. However, to Hussain’s relief, the British authorities have dropped their inquiry into the 2010 murder of MQM leader Imran Farooq. This led to complaints on part of the Pakistani government where some high ranking officials expressed doubts on the British commitment to investigating Hussain.
Altaf Hussain is also mired in the murder case of a close MQM leader Dr. Imran Farooq. Imran Farooq was found murdered near his home in North London on 16 September 2010
Altaf Hussain’s fortunes in London could take a double hit if the UK government initiates hate speech charges against him. The British inquiry into the MQM leader’s speeches, called ‘Operation Demerit’, could run parallel with a separate money laundering investigation Last week, a London-based international lawyer, Toby Cadman, who is working with the former MQM ally Sarfraz Merchant, handed the UK police fresh documents said to be relating to the money laundering case.
Read more: MQM-Pakistan slams Altaf Hussain for seeking help from Indian PM Modi
Mr. Cadman told reporters that he had been assured by the police that they were still working on the issue. Mr. Merchant was himself suspect of involvement in MQM money laundering before the case against him was dropped in 2016. In an added blow, the federal government has decided that the permission to reopen MQM-P’s closed legal offices will be granted after acquiring clearance from the Sindh government and security agencies.
This was decided after a meeting between Dr. Farooq Sattar and the Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi. This move will certainly strengthen the anti-Altaf faction of the MQM and move the party further away from Altaf Hussain’s shadow.
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Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition
Subject: Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition Fri 18 May 2018 - 17:01
As June is E3 time instead of looking at the games which came out in 2003, we're looking at E3 that year instead.
Which saw:
Yep, the PSP was shown at E3 2003, which would be Sony's first go at a handheld console outside the PocketStation, the PSP went on to sell over 80m units.
Also from Sony was Gran Turismo 4, the first sequels of Jak & Daxter and Ratchet & Clank as the big hitters plus EyeToy.
MS at the Xbox stage had Halo 2 and what would become Fable, which I remember Molyneux going on about trees.
Nintendo was focusing on the GBA as the SP was shown with Advance Wars 2, WarioWare, Boktai: The Sun is in Your Hand, and Metroid: Zero Mission. But GameCube also got Mario Kart Double Dash.
Elsewhere DOOM 3, Half-Life 2, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Resident Evil 4 were shown it what now looks like a bit of a banger of an E3 but I guess we were a few years into the generation that big titles were coming.
And two games called Call of Duty and World of Warcraft never heard of them. One more thing it just wasn't Sony having a go at the handheld market as Nokia showed:
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Subject: Re: Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition Sat 19 May 2018 - 21:43
I cannot remember ever seeing an N-gage, nor hearing of anybody ever buying one.
I remember being unimpressed by the PSP. Perhaps not when it was announced, I never really followed E3, but certainly when one of my friends got his hands on one and showed off a WRC rally game. Perhaps spoiled by cart based handhelds to that point, I couldn't stomach the arduous load times, impressive though the visuals were for its time. He enjoyed the system though so what do I know?
The EyeToy, on the other hand, was something I went mad for. Still got the curious thing at my mum's house somewhere. There was something about having your own image on screen, and being able to "physically" interact with the game which captured the imagination. I guess I thought it was the future - which it was in a way because the Kinect later turned out to be a huge success
Subject: Re: Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition Sun 20 May 2018 - 10:16
I remember really wanting an N-Gage due to the PS1 games on it and a new Sonic but I did decide not get one in the end till last year when I got one cheap made sure it worked and flogged back on for a small profit. I do however think if you look back at the library of games, it's actually rather good but because the system is shite and you've got better handhelds people ignore it.
PSP is an odd one as it's a system, I didn't buy at launch and I was impressed by Ridge Racer (I think) but I was like muh that's the best game but now I'll sing its praises all day as the library is utterly fantastic & the 2000/3000 versions of the system are top notch.
The Kinect what an odd thing like you say a huge success as I think it's something 15m sold yet put me right off the direction of Xbox and one of the things you could argue hindered the Xbox One this gen and was sort of a flop in the end.
I suppose the Eye Toy was never marketed to do anything more than it could. It very much did what it said on the tin; a novelty gadget that didn't break the bank (although it did take up a lot of memory card space).
The Kinect seemed to bill itself more as something capable of a lot but was never really much more than the Eye Toy in practice, it cost quite a bit too. Then there was the whole - it's always listening and watching - thing that gave people the willies.
That being said, I hope they don't give up on it. It's a very accessibility friendly bit of kit that works a treat for people with cognitive conditions that mean they can't deal with a bunch of control inputs. I mean, I feel like it could still have a place in that regard anyway - maybe their new accessibility friendly controller makes it redundant.
Subject: Re: Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition Mon 21 May 2018 - 9:53
Production of the Kinect stopped some time ago but the writing was on the wall when it was taken out of Xbox One then the One S and X not having a Kinect connection.
But I saw the other day the tech was being used in something else.
Subject: Re: Retro Moments - June 2003 E3 Edition
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Premier League Preview: Aston Villa - Liverpool
Reds hope to gather momentum at Villa Park.
Kick-off: Tuesday 29 December, 7.45pm GMT
Aston Villa’s collective head could still be spinning from the whirlwind performance of Cesc Fabregas on Sunday. The pretenders to the Big Four had held their own at the Emirates Stadium for more than half the game, until a fantastic cameo from the Spaniard left them on the wrong end of a 3-0 defeat; a hit-and-run if ever there was one.
What manager Martin O’Neill must avoid now is a repeat of last season’s spectacular dip in form that led to a sixth place finish in the Premier League. The Irishman has been keen to play down Villa’s chances of breaking into the Champions League places, but with a strong squad, the Midlands-based club has every opportunity to take advantage of Liverpool’s slow start, having already got the better of them once this year.
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is sticking by his guarantee that the Reds will still finish in the top four this season and after a win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, the Spaniard must be hoping his club has turned the ever-elusive corner to their season. However, Benitez has been on the verge of turning so many corners this season that he might need a sat nav to find his way to Champions League qualification.
Still, with Fernando Torres working his way back to full fitness, Steven Gerrard scoring and a first start in the Premier League for Alberto Aquilani, Liverpool fans will be optimistic that they can get the better of Villa, who could still be smarting from a Boxing Day defeat.
Arsenal 3-0 Aston Villa (Prem)
Aston Villa 1-0 Stoke (Prem)
Sunderland 0-2 Aston Villa (Prem)
Man Utd 0-1 Aston Villa (Prem)
Aston Villa 3-0 Hull (Prem)
Liverpool 2-0 Wolves (Prem)
Portsmouth 2-0 Liverpool (Prem)
Liverpool 2-1 Wigan (Prem)
Liverpool 1-2 Arsenal (Prem)
Liverpool 1-2 Fiorentina (Champions League)
Villa are unable to call on winger Ashley Young, who collected his fifth yellow card of the season against Arsenal, so James Milner may revert back to the wing. Emile Heskey is also unlikely to feature having worked hard to gain full fitness to feature at the Emirates, so John carew may start.
Possible Starting XI: Friedel; Luke Young, Dunne, Cuellar, Warnock; Milner, Petrov, Sidwell, Downing; Agbonlahor, Carew.
Liverpool will be without the suspended Javier Mascherano, who was sent off in the defeat to Portsmouth before Christmas, which could force Benitez into selecting Alberto Aquilani for his second Premier League start. Fernando Torres could be considered as a risk if required to play two games in quick succession.
Possible Starting XI: Reina; Johnson, Carragher, Skrtel, Insua; Kuyt, Spearing, Lucas, Benayoun, Gerrard; Ngog.
With several of Villa's squad being English-born, several of O'Neill's charges are making their case for a World Cup place for 2010, and one man with a chance of getting on the plane is Gabriel Agbonlahor. The pacey striker is a real handful for defenders, and could cause problems for Jamie Carragher and co.
Having found the net with a fine header on Saturday, Steven Gerrard will be hopeful he can drag his team up the table with a win at Villa Park. The club captain's performances have been noted as sub-par by his own high standards lately, but Gerrard is showing hints of his true quality.
Despite their recent defeat, Villa will still be confident of beating Liverpool at home, though the Reds know that, with half the season gone, getting off to a strong start to the New Year is vital, and could see them through.
Aston Villa 1-2 Liverpool
Jamie Dunn, Goal.com
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Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds United have won against Luton Town in the Championship.
Leeds United have maintained their good run of form in the Championship this afternoon with a 2-1 win against Luton Town.
Marcelo Bielsa’s side have been playing well lately and have been winning matches, and they made sure of the three points against Luton away from home.
After a goalless first half, Patrick Bamford put Leeds in the lead six minutes into the second period, only for the hosts to restore parity through James Collins just three minutes later.
An own goal from Matty Pearson in the 90th minute saw the West Yorkshire outfit pick up all three points from the encounter.
Former Leeds striker Noel Whelan was following the match, and he has given his take on the win for the Whites.
Whelan said on BBC Radio Leeds at full time (4:56pm, Saturday, November 23, 2019): "It wasn’t any kind of spectacular performance there by Leeds, but how many times have we said that this season?
"They keep grinding it out, they keep digging in, and that determination and heart saw them through in the end."
Over the course of the 90 minutes on Saturday afternoon, hosts Luton had 25% of the possession, took 11 shots of which five were on target, and earned four corners, according to BBC Sport.
Visitors Leeds had 75% of the possession, took 21 shots of which 12 were on target, and earned eight corners, according to BBC Sport.
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Near Mayfield in Fulton County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Nine Mile Tree
By Howard C. Ohlhous, August 29, 2012
1. Nine Mile Tree Marker
Nine Mile Tree. . Site of landmark on car- riage road built by Sir Wm. Johnson. 9 miles from Johnson Hall, Ft. Johnson & Fish House on Sacandaga Bicentennial Fulton Co. 1975 . . This historical marker was erected in 1975 by Fulton County. It is Near Mayfield in Fulton County New York
Site of landmark on car-
riage road built by Sir
Wm. Johnson. 9 miles from
Johnson Hall, Ft. Johnson
& Fish House on Sacandaga
Fulton Co. 1975
Erected 1975 by Fulton County.
Location. 43° 4.253′ N, 74° 15.172′ W. Marker is near Mayfield, New York, in Fulton County. Marker is at the intersection of New York State Route 30 and Lathrop Road, on the right when traveling north on State Route 30. Marker is beside Route 30 between Griffis Road and Lathrop Road. Lathrop Road is opposite 9 Mile Tree Road. . Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Mayfield NY 12117, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Mayfield Fort (approx. 1.2 miles away); Anthonyville (approx. 1½ miles away); Burying Ground (approx. 1.7 miles away); Romeyn's Mill (approx. 1.9 miles away); Site of Dutch Reformed Church (approx. 2.1 miles away); Riceville Cemetery
2. Nine Mile Tree Marker, Beside Route 30, Looking South
(approx. 2.1 miles away); Captain Solomon Woodworth (approx. 2.1 miles away); Dutch Reformed Church of Mayfield (approx. 2.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Mayfield.
Regarding Nine Mile Tree. Sir William Johnson laid out a carriage road from Fort Johnson to his summer cottage on the Sacandaga Vlaie. At each mile, he had a marker braised on a tree to designate the distance he travelled. For many decades, a large pine stood at this intersection on the opposite corner from this marker and it had its mark, designated the 9th mile. This 1976 Bicentennial marker replaced an original from the 1930's destroyed by a snow plow.
Also see . . . The Nine Mile Tree Marker:. (Submitted on August 30, 2012.)
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Heart serves up Hot Hits for Hot 4th of July Celebration! by Sean Derrick
Heart serves up hot hits for hot July 4 show under St Louis Arch
by Sean Derrick
St. Louis Concert Photography Examiner
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What a way to kick off America’s Biggest Birthday Party, better known as Fair St. Louis. In the middle of one of the worst heat waves the region has ever seen (10 days in a row of temperatures at or over 100) and a major drought affecting most of the country, who could blame people for staying away from the sweltering Gateway Arch grounds with hundreds of thousands of other people?
On Wednesday’s kick off to the Fair St. Louis, people still attended the Fair in anticipation of watching the air show, always a crowd favorite, and the main event attraction for the evening; rock and roll legends Heart. During the day, in the intense heat, the crowds were sparse, but boy did they come out in time to check out Heart and the fireworks.
View slideshow:Rock icons Heart performed under the Gateway Arch during Fair St. Louis
Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, who have been rocking together for 38 years, closed out the first day with a free performance for a couple hundred thousand fans and fairgoers who braved the heat to check out a high voltage main stage attraction.
Temperatures dropped to a much more comfortable level once the sun went down, but Heart was just getting warmed up.
Kicking off their set with the classic “Magic Man”, “Heartless” and “What About Love”, Heart wasn’t about to succumb to the sweltering heat.
Ann’s vocals sounded stronger than ever. It didn’t matter if it was a timeless ballad like “Alone” or a new healthy rocking “Dear Old America”, Ann never wavered. Nancy was stellar on guitar and pounced around the stage, seeming to ignore the heat warnings that were issued.
The rest of the band (Debbie Shair – keyboards, Ben Smith – drums, Craig Bartock – guitar and Dan Rothchild – bass) was tight and provided a technically perfect accompaniment to each song.
The set was filled with their hits, and a few relatively obscure songs, with a few new songs sprinkled in to promote their new CD, “Fanatic”, which is set for release in October. They ran the gamut of each decade they have been around but focused on their heyday of the 70’s and 80’s.
In between each song Ann and Nancy spoke fondly about the military, reflected on some memories and reveled in the fantastic air show held earlier in the day. But make no mistake the focus was on the music.
Fans old and young swayed, rocked and sang along to highlights like “These Dreams”, “Crazy on You” and “Barracuda”.
They returned for a one song encore, a spirit driven cover of Led Zeppelin’s “Misty Mountain Hop”, a dreamy way to segue into the fireworks display which started after the band left the stage.
Heart’s hot set established the standard for which the rest of the Fair acts have to step up to.
Main stage lineup for the remainder of the 2012 Fair St. Louis includes:
Friday: Third Eye Blind – 8PM
Saturday: Dierks Bentley – 8PM
Heart Setlist:
1) Magic Man
2) Heartless
3) What About Love
4) Even it Up
5) Straight On
6) Bebe le Strange
7) Fanatic
8) These Dreams
9) Alone
10) Dear Old America
11) Crazy On You
12) Barracuda
13) Misty Mountain Hop (Led Zeppelin cover)
http://www.examiner.com/review/heart-serves-up-hot-hits-for-hot-july-4-show-under-st-louis-arch
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Colonel Sir George Lisle 1615-1648
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Few army officers of King Charles I shone as bright as George Lisle during the English Civil Wars, yet have drawn so little attention from subsequent historians. Born in London in 1615, Lisle’s father was a well-connected publisher and monopolist, and his mother a kinswoman of the Duke of Buckingham. Raised in the city of Westminster in a landscape of court intrigue, royal favouritism and ill-advised royal financial experiments, Lisle took to soldiering and was commissioned as a Lieutenant-Colonel at the outbreak of war in 1642. He fought at Edgehill; then at Chalgrove and the First Battle of Newbury in 1643 - latterly where his courage in leading a forlorn hope against a wall of musketeers and artillery first drew him to public attention. Commissioned shortly afterwards as a full Colonel, in 1644 he took charge of a veteran regiment and was noticed again for his diligence and efficiency at the Battle of Cheriton, despite the battle being lost. Weeks later, he was promoted to tertio command and accompanied Charles on his critical ‘night march’ from Oxford. At the Second Battle of Newbury in October, to prevent his position being overwhelmed, he famously tore off his coat and led three charges in his shirtsleeves - driving off the enemy and preventing disaster. Reputedly refusing a knighthood, he wintered as a garrison commander before leading the principal assault on the city of Leicester in May 1645 and then being badly wounded at Naseby. Knighted in December, he remained at Oxford until its surrender in June 1646 - returning to London in 1647. In 1648, he took up arms again during the Kent rebellion before enduring a three-month siege inside the town of Colchester. Infamously (and controversially), he was executed after the starving town surrendered - and this catapulted him to the status of ‘Royalist martyr’. In this first ever biography of Lisle, the author has scoured dozens of primary sources for fragmentary references - painstakingly piecing together his personal background and re-examining every known detail of his career. The accuracy of existing stories and long-held assumptions about him is investigated minutely, and the first well-informed assessments made of his character and motives. Finally, the persistent memory of his execution is traced forwards through later writers and painters into the 20th century to complete the first cohesive picture of one of King Charles’ most loyal, effective and respected military officers.
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On November 12, 2018, Huntington Hospital hosted its inaugural Veteran’s Day flag-raising ceremony at the entrance of the hospital. More than 100 nurses, physicians, employees – joined by family and friends – gathered together to recognize the service of those in our military, past and present. The hospital’s driveway was lined with American flags and names of veterans, several of which are Huntington Hospital employees.
The event was held in partnership with Leadership Pasadena, whose community leadership course helps re-mission high potential, service-driven military veterans into civilian roles. Their ultimate goal is to empower local vets to help them become civic, government and business leaders and actively engage in their new community.
“While the San Gabriel Valley is home to an estimated 30,000 veterans, there is a great need for resources for our service men and women when they return home,” said Cindy Bengston Budyzn, executive consultant, Leadership Pasadena. “On Veteran’s Day, it’s my honor to encourage citizens to be intentional, stop, think and remember and honor our veterans, especially those who are still deployed and those who gave everything to protect us. I’m proud of the work of Leadership Pasadena and thankful to the community at Huntington Hospital for honoring our veteran’s in this meaningful way.”
The event was especially personal for Huntington Hospital’s President and CEO Lori J. Morgan, MD, MBA, who shared; “As a proud daughter of a serviceman who fought in three wars, I’m so pleased to be with you today as we pay tribute to the individuals in our lives and communities who are veterans. Military service is a family affair: our Huntington family is proud to raise awareness and support for Leadership Pasadena’s local resources and programs for our veterans.”
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Jaynie Studenmund, vice chair of the board of directors, Huntington Hospital, (photographed here with Dr. Morgan) shared her personal story about her son, Scott, a Green Beret, who was tragically killed in action in Afghanistan in 2014. As a gold star family, Jaynie and her husband Woody are committed to supporting those who have served in the armed forces in the Pasadena community and beyond.
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OnePlus and Xiaomi users complain about the battery draining issue caused by latest WhatsApp's update
The latest version of WhatsApp is draining the battery life, complains OnePlus and Xiaomi users. To solve this hassle, download the previous WhatsApp version, until the company comes up with a bug-fix update
By Krishna Prasad
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From a couple of days, malefic news about WhatsApp is going rounds all over the world. As the Facebook-owned app trying to recuperate from the recent spyware issue, it hears another trouble from the users. Recently, many users have complained that their battery life is draining faster on Android phones. From Twitter to Reddit to One Plus forums, users have asked for an explanatory reason behind this issue.
Later it is found that the latest WhatsApp 2.19.308 version, which was rolled-out recently is the cause behind this. Not only One Plus, but few other smartphones experienced this issue, including Samsung, Xiaomi, and other brands. It is also seen that Android 9 Pie and Android 10 versions users faced this battery draining problem in plenty than the ones who are using other Android versions.
Some of the users on One Plus forum stated that the latest version of WhatsApp is utilizing more than 30% of their battery. And one of the users on Reddit reported that "My phone strangely shows that WhatsApp used battery While in active use for 1.5 hours, which is not true since only opened the app for a minute".
Latest WhatsApp version is draining battery life Eclair - OnePlus Forum
We are presuming that WhatsApp may come up with a new updated version to destroy this flaw. But the messaging platform didn't state anything officially about this issue. However, to resolve this issue temporarily, just demote your WhatsApp version by downloading the previous version.
Related topics : Samsung
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Jimenez, Lina M., Martin Ochoa and Sandra J. Rueda. "Jif-Based Verification of Information Flow Policies for Android Apps." IJSSE 8.1 (2017): 28-42. Web. 21 Jan. 2020. doi:10.4018/IJSSE.2017010102
Jimenez, L. M., Ochoa, M., & Rueda, S. J. (2017). Jif-Based Verification of Information Flow Policies for Android Apps. International Journal of Secure Software Engineering (IJSSE), 8(1), 28-42. doi:10.4018/IJSSE.2017010102
Jimenez, Lina M., Martin Ochoa and Sandra J. Rueda. "Jif-Based Verification of Information Flow Policies for Android Apps," International Journal of Secure Software Engineering (IJSSE) 8 (2017): 1, accessed (January 21, 2020), doi:10.4018/IJSSE.2017010102
Jif-Based Verification of Information Flow Policies for Android Apps
Lina M. Jimenez (Systems and Computing Engineering Department, Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia), Martin Ochoa (Singapore University of Technology and Design, Singapore) and Sandra J. Rueda (Systems and Computing Engineering Department, Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia)
Source Title: International Journal of Secure Software Engineering (IJSSE) 8(1)
DOI: 10.4018/IJSSE.2017010102
Android stores and users need mechanisms to evaluate whether their applications are secure or not. Although various previous works use data and control flow techniques to evaluate security features of Android applications, this paper extends those works by using Jif to verify compliance of information flow policies. To do so, the authors addressed some challenges that emerge in Android environments, like automatizing generation of Jif labels for Android applications, and defining translations for Java instructions that are not currently supported by the Jif compiler. Results show that a Jif-based analysis is faster and has a better recall than other available mechanisms, but it also has a slightly lower precision. Jif also provides an open source compiler, generates executable code for an application only if such application meets a defined policy, and checks implicit flows which may be relevant for highly sensitive applications.
Controlling access and use of users’ data on Android platforms is key. First, Android is the most used platform in a market that keeps growing. Android had 78% of the market in 2013, and grew up to 80% in 2014 (Gartner Inc. 2015a). Furthermore, analysts project the number of mobile devices to grow to 2062 millions of units for 2017 (Gartner Inc. 2015b). Second, security in this platform worries experts as different evaluations have found multiple mobile applications that leak user’s data; while malware do it on purpose (Jiang and Zhou 2012), some applications do it by mistake (BBC 2012), (GSMA 2015). Finally, analysts warn about security in this context, as more people are using mobile devices for various tasks, ranging from management of personal data like family pictures and bank transactions, to management of data from their organizations, like official documents and e-mails (Symantec 2014), (Symantec 2015).
This work focuses on tools to support honest developers. While official stores can evaluate applications and remove those that do not meet expected behavior, it would be better for honest developers, that do not make errors on purpose, to have tools to check their applications before publishing them in stores and having them available to users. Errors in code may appear for several reasons, one of them being that developers cannot detect and fix errors on time because they do not normally use tools for security analysis as part of their development environments.
Traditional approaches to analyze program behavior use static and dynamic analyses. Tools based on static analysis use source code to build an abstract representation of a program’s behavior, and use that representation to evaluate particular properties, like reachability. Possible representations include control flow graphs, data flow graphs, and call dependency graphs (Bhosale 2014), (Fritz 2013), (Reps, Horwitz and Sagiv 1995). Tools based on dynamic analysis monitor a program behavior during execution, by using mechanisms like instrumentation, sandboxing, system calls traces, and dynamic taint marking (Clause, Li and Orso 2007), (Ernst, Static and dynamic analysis: synergy and duality 2003); if the tool detects a dangerous operation, it generates a warning and may even stop the operation if it has the required privileges. For both approaches programmers must first completely develop their applications, and only later they may use tools that are not part of their development environment to evaluate security of such applications. Adjusting applications after finishing them, if an evaluation finds errors, is also more expensive than evaluating and fixing them while they are under development.
This work proposes using Jif, a security-typed language, to build secure Android applications from early development phases, applications that would meet information flow security policies and avoid data leaks. Using a security typed language instead of the mentioned traditional approaches has several advantages: (1) security types enable developers to define various policies, according to particular requirements, (2) a security-typed language supports policy definition from the beginning of the development process, and (3) Jif only generates code that may be executed if the source code meets a defined policy. A developer may use this procedure to offer users a security guarantee; if the source code is available, an app store and even users, could verify policy compliance. Additionally, information flow policies (IFP) guarantee noninterference, that is high level input does not affect low level outputs, unless programmers explicitly use mechanisms to securely modify levels assigned to data (i.e. downgraders and endorsers).
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CNN: Armed Christian militia pulls support from Burn a Quran event
CNN reports that A Christian organization's which had vowed to protect a Florida church during the event of burning the Quran in commemoration with the September 11 attack withdrew its support from the event.
Friday, August 27,2010 22:57
CNN reports that A Christian organization's which had vowed to protect a Florida church during the event of burning the Quran in commemoration with the September 11 attack withdrew its support from the event. A posting on its website maintained that the group alleged that "it does not glorify God" resulting in disappointment from the Dove World Outreach Center accused them of caving into pressure.
"There was at that time absolutely no indication that they were not supportive," Jones said. "I can only come to the conclusion -- it seems very, very obvious -- they ... have bowed to fear or to pressure from other organizations, other groups." He said the group has taken the easy way out by saying "God would not do this."
According to the Right Wing Extreme founder Shannon Carson that despite supporting the Dove Center's stance on Islam, they rejected the idea of promoting violence, stressing that
"press coverage of recent events, such as "Burn a Quran Day, "Everybody Draw Mohammed Day" group on Facebook and the controversy surrounding a proposed mosque and Islam community center near ground zero in New York is "really inciting a lot of hatred and a lot of violence that's going on," Right Wing Extreme founder Shannon Carson told CNN. "We don't want to be a part of inciting violence and racism anymore."
Carson asserted that the Right Wing Extreme objects the initiative of building the mosque and Islamic community center near the site of the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York, describing it as "spitting in the face" of the 9/11 families.
Dove World Outreach Center Pastor Terry Jones explained his views emphasizing that he believed the US Muslims were receiving more rights than in their own countries.
"Muslims are more than free to worship here, which is not the case in sharia law-dominated countries. They only have to respect and obey the Constitution" and not force sharia law on others"
In turn the Muslims in the US responded stressing that they hoped to advocate the true picture of Islam and were launching a campaign to promote the true picture of Islam.
"The Islamic advocacy group Council on American-Islamic Relations has called on Muslims and others to host "Share the Quran" dinners to educate the public. In a statement, the group has said it will give out 100,000 copies of the Quran to local, state and national leaders"
tags: 9/11 / Anti-Islam / Islamophobia / Islamophobe / American Muslims / Christian militia / CNN / Quran / Christian Organization / September 11 / Islamic Community / US Muslims / Christian militia / Burning Quran
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it is a sin against the God of the Bible to treat anyone unlovingly or to burn their koran in showing so, it proves them to be against what the Lord Christ commanded us. The Lord God himself is the one Supreme Judge of all the earth and God is the Lord of hosts. It is my belief that those idiots are in violation of the commandments of God in the Bible and big shame on them. Remember if thy brother offend thee, forgive him until your last breath.
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USA to face Angola and China in first round in London; Australia to face Brazil, Great Britain and Russia
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With five teams yet to qualify for the London Games, FIBA announced the draw for the Olympic basketball competition on Monday. Angola, Australia, Brazil, China, Great Britain, Russia and the USA have already qualified.
The last five teams to join the competition must earn their bid at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OQT) for Women in Ankara, Turkey in late June and early July. The OQT teams are: Argentina, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Japan, Korea, Mali, Mozambique, New Zealand, Puerto Rico and Turkey.
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My work is about sexuality. I believe that a woman onstage enjoying her sexuality is a revolutionary act. Through dance I expose my vulnerability by connecting with my audience and giving them a shared intimate experience. By being naked onstage I reveal my own sexuality; it’s danger and allure that seduce the audience into an unexpected conversation about passion, power and feminism.
In the burlesque tradition I employ drag techniques to transform myself into our society's “ideal woman.” I meticulously design every element of my performance, utilizing costuming, staging, choreography and technology to create a live cinematic experience. Using striptease I reveal everything: my physicality, humor, sadness, and my joy. I put myself at risk and empower my audience to do the same.
I use my performances to create a through line from my grounding in contemporary dance and choreography, 15 years of cabaret performance, and my years as a stripper to connect to a personal narrative around my identity as a queer woman. By weaving my experiences into these different performative expressions, I have created a body of work that can co-exist in both traditional performance spaces and the world of nightlife entertainment, as well as the space in between. I believe that it’s just as important to present work to those of us in the academic art community as it is to be able to present that same art in a nightlife entertainment setting. My work walks easily between the two. Often times, I believe that performing thought provoking performance art in a nightlife setting has the potential for more of a political impact on an audience.The political, conceptual and the entertainment factor are all of equal importance in my work.
Over the last 15 years I have created a body of work in the Burlesque community, cultivating my craft and using the world of popular nightlife as a platform to talk about larger political topics: women’s sexuality, feminism, sex work, queer politics, intimacy, and vulnerability. My work in this genre consists of short vignettes to make one clear statement. Given most performance slots are 4 minutes in length I have developed a simplicity of concept and movement, carefully crafting each second of the performance to make the largest impact for the viewer. I believe in simplicity of concept.
In a recent piece I created for nightclubs, “Superman”, I set out to expose softness and the oftentimes hidden vulnerabilities of men. So often in public life, masculinity is shown in a very specific, harsh, cold way. By exposing my femininity and sensuality, I invite men to show another, softer side of themselves, when it is often only in private moments that most men expose their vulnerability. In this work, I set out to find a way to place these private moments on the stage.
“Superman” begins as a classic burlesque dance; I wear a beautiful rhinestone encrusted gown with a diaphanous chiffon train that becomes a scarf which I dance with in the style of dance legend Loie Fuller. I strip out of the gown, down to a rhinestone encrusted bra and panties, when my focus shifts, and I am no longer just performing a striptease. I turn my attention to the audience and reach out my hand. Slowly and with purpose, I focus on one man in the audience. Hand outstretched, I walk off stage and right into the audience. I make soft eye contact with the chosen audience member, take his hand, and quietly ask him to join me onstage. Once onstage, I silently position him in front of me. As we face each other, holding hands, I look into his eyes, smiling softly and take a deep breath. After a long moment there I silently and deliberately guide him into a duet with me. It starts playful and light at first, gradually moving into a more intense but still sweet connection. We dance, we hug, we smile, we hold each other, then tension builds as we walk to the back of the stage where I motion him to sit on a chair. I face him. Remove my bra. Touch his arms while I sit on the floor in front of him. Gazing up at him from below, my hands gently resting on his knees. I hold that moment for a long time, then make my way to standing, sit on his lap, and curl my body into his. The final moment (held for a full 2 minutes) is him holding me. All the audience sees is my body in his arms and his face.
Outside of the Burlesque and entertainment world I create interactive performance pieces that explore radical intimacy. In 2012 I was asked to create an installation for the Coney Island Museum where I was given a 4x6 room. In this piece, everyone who entered the museum was brought into my “room”. There were eight chairs arranged around the edges and eight people at a time were guided into the room and sat in the chairs while a piano played softly in the background. I stood at the entrance wearing only stilettos. Once everyone was seated I would make my way to the first person, gazing into their eyes as I brought my hands gently to their face. After about a minute of eye contact, I would bring my cheek to theirs and allow them to hear and feel my breath on their skin. I would pull back, have another moment of eye contact, and make my way to the next person. I did the same thing to all eight people in the room and then returned silently to the door. The participants then exited, and eight more people entered the room. I performed this piece for 2 hours.
Sensuality in performance is easily dismissed in our culture, and my work seeks to find a place that can open a conversation, inspire questions, or just elicit a feeling. Hopefully one day we will have a sense of acceptance of the female form, coming to terms with the power of the female form. There is power in our pleasure and that makes us dangerous. Outside of the world of sex work this kind of expression of femininity is rarely seen. My work takes this out of the traditional stripclub and into everyday as I ask the audience to look at intimacy and overt sexuality in a different and open way. I seek to discover intimacy in all aspects of my art. I get close to my audience to inspire them to get closer to themselves.
Learning to accept the intricacies of our sexuality is complicated matter and, as a queer woman I know this well. By capturing intimate scenes in my own life, I am showing that that it’s these moments that connect us all. My art strives to assemble stories into a narrative that makes sense of a world where female sexuality is still considered taboo. I put small moments into the spotlight to facilitate big change.
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Indians' Clevinger out 6-8 weeks with back injury
By Matt SchochAssociated Press
He was pulled from Sunday's 3-1 victory against Toronto after five innings and 75 pitches.
DETROIT (AP) — Cleveland Indians starter Mike Clevinger will miss at least six weeks with a back muscle injury.
The Indians placed the right-hander on the 10-day injured list retroactive to Monday. He was pulled from Sunday's 3-1 victory against Toronto after five innings and 75 pitches.
The team announced Tuesday that Clevinger has strained his teres major, a muscle in his upper back. Manager Terry Francona said it would be six to eight weeks before he picks up a ball and resumes pitching activity.
Clevinger is 1-0 and has not allowed an earned run in 12 innings over two starts this season, striking out 22. The 28-year-old was 13-8 with a 3.02 ERA last season.
The Indians called up righty Nick Wittgren, a reliever from Triple-A Columbus. The 27-year-old Wittgren was acquired in a trade with Miami on Feb. 4 and made eight relief appearances this spring with Cleveland, posting a 3.86 ERA.
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145 nationalities and a kaleidoscope of cultures come…
145 nationalities and a kaleidoscope of cultures come together to make history on an Emirates flight
Thursday, 5 December 2019, 10:00 Last update: about 3 months ago
Celebrating the unique unifying power of diversity in the UAE, a historic one-off Emirates A380 flight, EK2019, marking the 48th UAE National Day and the UAE Year of Tolerance has returned to Dubai International Airport on 29 November.
With over 540 passengers celebrating a shared sense of place and pride to call the UAE their home, the one-of-a-kind flight, unprecedented in the industry, was an impactful initiative to showcase the UAE's spirit of unity and inclusiveness.
The flight welcomed passengers from different backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and cultures and included families and children, Emirates Group employees, as well as People of Determination.
Passengers were encouraged to come in their national dress and throughout the flight, their colourful costumes became a vibrant collage honouring their different heritages and traditions.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman and chief executive, Emirates Airline & Group said: "The UAE has become a remarkable symbol of tolerance and coexistence, welcoming people from over 200 nationalities and backgrounds, all living together in solidarity and harmony. It is in fact the diversity of the citizens and residents of the UAE that unite us and make us stronger through mutual respect and opening bridges of common dialogue, and today's flight is a celebration of that spirit which is very much a part of our everyday lives here in the UAE."
EK 2019 was commanded by UAE nationals captain Abbas Shaban and captain Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum and first officer Karin Arning from Germany.
The 22-cabin crew on flight EK 2019 hailed from 18 countries and were led by flight purser Jafar Hamad, a UAE national. On an average flight, Emirates cabin crew represent up to 15 nationalities, proudly serving customers across the airline's network. An average Emirates flight typically carries more than 50 nationalities onboard.
The airline attempted to welcome as many nationalities as possible onto flight EK2019, for a special flight journey across all seven emirates. After passengers checked in, they were welcomed by Emirates cabin crew and were invited to take keepsake photos to mark the special event. Passengers were also able to write their names and wishes for the Year of Tolerance on a special message wall. Before boarding, a bespoke stamp to mark this special flight was put on each boarding pass as an added keepsake for passengers.
Once on board and ready for take-off, special Year of Tolerance content was available on Ice for viewing by all passengers. Just before descent, an Official Adjudicator from Guinness World RecordsTM, who was onboard verifying nationality counts, officially announced a new Guinness World Records title for most nationalities on an aircraft.
On his part Talal Omar, director Mena, Guinness World RecordsTM said: "We congratulate both the UAE and Emirates Airline for making history today. This achievement reflects the passion to spread the spirit of tolerance and show the real image of moderation. The UAE has always been a place of peace and coexistence for people from different backgrounds regardless of their religion, ethnicity or gender. It is inspiring to see all these people coming together to create an environment that celebrates diversity and understanding. Congratulations Emirates Airline, you are Officially AmazingTM."
As passengers disembarked, they were handed certificates of participation for taking part in this historic activity. A ceremony took place in front of the aircraft to mark the record, and a group photo with all 541 passengers was taken in front of the Emirates Year of Tolerance A380.
Over 30,000 people across the UAE registered interest to become part of this special initiative.
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IPL to World Cup, Takes Shikhar Dhawan a Minute to Change Gears
India opener Shikhar Dhawan feels the IPL form will keep him in good stead for the showpiece event and switching from the T20 format to the 50-over format will be no big task.
By IANS Email
He is known as India’s man for the ICC events. Every time the ‘Men in Blue’ play an ICC tournament, Shikhar Dhawan undoubtedly steals the show with some quality knocks at the top of the innings. And now, as India gear up to challenge the top teams across the world and lift the coveted 2019 World Cup, Dhawan’s role at the top of the order will be all the more crucial. But then, would it be a deterrent that while he opens with Rohit Sharma in Indian colours, Dhawan has been opening with Prithvi Shaw over the past month and a half in the Indian Premier League for Delhi Capitals? For ‘Gabbar’, as he is fondly called, it doesn’t really matter.
Asked if he has been in touch with his India opening partner Rohit as the World Cup challenge awaits, Dhawan, laughs it off and says Rohit isn’t his wife that he needs to keep talking to him. “Baatein karke kya hoga? Woh meri biwi thodi na hain! (What’s the point in discussing things? Rohit isn’t my wife) If you play with someone for years, you’ll know him inside out. With Rohit, there’s nothing special that we do. It’s just the mindset. Even if I bat with Prithvi, the game remains the same. If one person gets going, the other man plays a supporting role,” he told IANS. Asked if the pressure of having had a good run in ICC events can sometimes get to a player, Dhawan’s reply was just as crisp as his cover drive.
“Conscious about what? This is my daily job. I make sure my basics are taken care of and I have a clear mind. Sometimes you make runs, sometimes you don’t. But I always keep calm and look at the areas where I need to work on and then I go and give it my best shot. I don’t believe in worrying too much,” he explained. He definitely doesn’t worry much as he managed to quietly hit 521 runs in 16 games for Delhi Capitals with five fifties at the top of the innings, one of the reasons behind DC’s success this season. And Dhawan feels the IPL form will keep him in good stead for the showpiece event. He also feels that switching from the T20 format to the 50-over format will be no big task.
“It has been very positive because if you do well, you gain in momentum. Apart from the IPL, I also had a good series with Australia. There is no issue in changing the format as it is all about the mindset, and changing that takes a minute. We are ready for any challenge that comes our way in the World Cup,” he said. But this is the first time that the Indian bowlers are also being spoken about as many feel that this is the best bowling attack India have produced in a long time. And Dhawan feels that the praise is well deserved.
“We have a very strong bowling attack in Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami. This apart, we also have a good bowler in Hardik Pandya. This is a balanced bowling unit and that will definitely help the team. Bumrah is the no.1 bowler at present and then we also have quality spinners. I feel that this team is very well balanced,” he said.
Dhawan also feels that the experience of the likes of Virat Kohli, M.S. Dhoni, Rohit and him will also help the team in crunch situations. “When you go into a big-ticket tournament, along with the talent you also need experience and I feel that this team has the perfect mix with Kohli, Dhoni, Rohit and me being there to guide the youngsters whenever required,” he said.
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H&H Training special
Rider who died following cross-country fall named
Lucy Elder 17 July, 2019 17:02
Library image. Credit: Alamy Stock Photo
The rider who died following a cross-country fall at a riding club horse trials has been named as Clare Bedford.
Mrs Bedford, 31, from Rugby in Warwickshire, died on Saturday (13 July) as a result of a fall while competing in a 100cm section at the Solihull Riding Club one-day-event.
The horse she was riding was unharmed.
“Our thoughts are with Clare’s family and friends at this difficult time,” said the latest statement from Solihull Riding Club on 17 July.
“British Riding Clubs is carrying out an investigation into the incident and assisting the local authority with their usual inquiry.”
Mrs Bedford was first attended to by paramedics, who were on site as part of the event organisation.
A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service told H&H on Monday (15 July) that staff attended Solihull Riding Club at 4.35pm on Saturday following reports a woman had fallen from her horse and was in cardiac arrest.
Two ambulances, a paramedic officer, a British Assoication for Immediate Care emergency doctor and the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire air ambulance were also sent to the scene.
“On arrival, ambulance staff found people at the scene carrying out CPR on the woman,” said the spokesman. “Ambulance staff took over but sadly it was not possible to save her and she was confirmed dead at the scene.”
For all the latest news analysis, competition reports, interviews, features and much more, don’t miss Horse & Hound magazine, on sale every Thursday
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Compare Medical billing costs for Circulatory Disorders Except Ami, W Card Cath With Major Complications in U.S. Hospitals
CMS.gov released billing data from 910 hospitals for "Circulatory Disorders Except Ami, W Card Cath With Major Complications" in 2011 . The average medical billing charge was $59,511.21 and the average medicare reimbursement was $14,937.66.
Discuss Circulatory Disorders Except Ami, W Card Cath With Major Complications
Stanford Hospital, Stanford, CA 18 $351,798.00 $57,093.00 910 out of 910 (0% percentile)
Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 46 $248,864.00 $28,386.00 909 out of 910 (0% percentile)
Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 31 $239,735.00 $22,927.00 908 out of 910 (0% percentile)
Cedars-sinai Medical Center, Los angeles, CA 43 $224,722.00 $28,177.00 907 out of 910 (0% percentile)
Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los angeles, CA 14 $215,684.00 $44,616.00 906 out of 910 (0% percentile)
Seton Medical Center, Daly city, CA 16 $212,215.00 $20,968.00 905 out of 910 (1% percentile)
Crozer Chester Medical Center, Upland, PA 16 $198,861.00 $15,751.00 904 out of 910 (1% percentile)
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Mission hills, CA 20 $196,244.00 $21,068.00 903 out of 910 (1% percentile)
Ucsf Medical Center, San francisco, CA 15 $195,671.00 $36,648.00 902 out of 910 (1% percentile)
Northbay Medical Center, Fairfield, CA 13 $186,083.00 $25,521.00 901 out of 910 (1% percentile)
The follow ICD10 codes are associated with the CIRCULATORY DISORDERS EXCEPT AMI, W CARD CATH with major complications diagnosis related group. You can search others at the diagnosis search page.
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We Provide housing & services for...
7300+ students in 8 residence halls and 6 apartment complexes
87 for-sale homes and rental apartments for faculty
10,000+ students adjacent to the campus
23,000 conferees during the summer
462 full-time career employees
700+ part-time student and limited employees
UCSB HOUSING, DINING & AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES provides housing and associated residential life services for UCSB's undergraduate student, graduate student and faculty population. While the majority of functions at UCSB operate during the traditional “40‐hour” workweek, H&RS operates on a 24‐hour daily basis throughout the year. The scope of the services offered can be compared to those of operating a small city. The business of HDAE involves the entire range of services associated with the administration of that small city, including physical and capital planning, maintenance and upkeep, community supervision and safety, and support services.
UCSB is a distinguished university recognized for its leadership by state, national, and world academic communities. Housing & Residential Services exists as an integral part of the educational program and academic services of UCSB. Inherent in the operation of Housing & Residential Services is the formation and support of an atmosphere that is conducive to living and learning for our residents and for those who use our services. Housing & Residential Services promotes the academic mission of UCSB and creates through support services and developmental programs a sense of community among students, faculty and staff.
The mission of Housing & Residential Services is based on the following:
Learning is a continuous process
A community is positively served by responsible social behavior
Staff members serve as role models to the larger community
People learn from diversity
Environment affects behavior: A positive environment promotes positive behavior
Community action and involvement are key ingredients in the democratic process
Proper nourishment is equally important to a students' intellectual development
New employees in Housing& Residential Services are given a laminated card when they begin with seven sentences stating the core values HDAE employees try to exemplify in their daily work. These were developed by employees within the department to reflect what “we are about” in our service to the organization, in our relationships with fellow employees, and most importantly in our work for our customers.
Exceptional service to those we serve
Continuous learning & growth
Respecting & understanding individual differences
Building partnerships & helping others succeed
Being environmentally sensitive
Having fun & being passionate about our work
Striving to be the best!
Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises has a long history of strategic planning. In 2008 we updated our strategic plan. We use this plan within all of our units and in collaboration with our residents to focus and build upon our strengths as an organization and to create “The Best Housing Experience” for our residents.
In the spirit of sharing best practices, our “2020 Vision: The Best Housing Experience” Strategic Plan publication is listed below, along with two professional presentations about successful strategic planning and the appreciative inquiry methodology that we used in our planning process.
Strategic Plan 2020 Vision Booklet (pdf)
Strategic Plan 2020 Vision Presentation
Mentors of Exceptional Service
H&RS values the organizations and people who model exceptional service to their clientele and community. In 1997, H&RS began a process to recognize on an annual basis those organizations and people who clearly evidence exceptional customer service. Our Mentors of Exceptional Service are presented with an award at the department’s Town Hall Meeting.
1997 – The Palace Grill
1998 – Land’s End Inc.
1999 – Cox Communications
2000 – Willie Brown, Executive Director, H&RS
2001 – Santa Barbara Bank & Trust
2002 – Ventura Printing
2003 – Lash Construction
2004 – Jet Blue Airlines
2005 – Steve Dewart (Earth-Based Institute)
2006 – Trader Joe’s
2007 – Horizon Air
2009 – Zappos
2010 – MarBorg Industries
2011 – Kitson Nurseries
2012 – Recreational Equipment Incorporated (REI)
2013 – Patagonia
2014 – Citrix
2015 – Michael Young, Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
2018-2019 HDAE Annual Report (pdf)
2014-2015 H&RS Annual Report (pdf)
Departments in Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises
ASSOCIATE VICE CHANCELLOR'S OFFICE
Provides leadership and management to the broad and diverse set of programs, services, and initiatives related to the UCSB housing, dining and auxiliary programs, and The Club & Guest House
The sub‐units within the Associate Vice Chancellor’s Office include Organizational & Performance Management, and Communications, Marketing & Social Media
staff & phones
Business & Financial Planning
Responsible for fiscal and administrative services
Maintains program oversight of Budget & Finance, Administrative & Residential Information Technology, Conference & Hospitality Services, and Faculty Housing Services
Residential & community Living
Responsible for the well‐being and quality of life for 10,000 students living in the campus’ apartments and residence halls
Supervises the live-in staff that facilitates social, academic and educational programming, as well as counseling and campus resource referrals
Oversees resident placement services, community councils, student conduct, and the community housing services which assists students, faculty and staff with rental options, landlord/tenant advisement and dispute resolution
Provides support and advisement to the Santa Barbara Housing Co-op in Isla Vista
Residential Dining
Operates four dining commons: Carrillo, De La Guerra, Ortega, and Portola, and one full-service market: Tenaya Market & Eatery
Serves more than 2.1 million meals each year to students, faculty, staff, guests and summer conferees
Employs a professional career staff of 175 and a part time student staff of 500
Coordinates food concessions at campus concerts and sporting events
Provides meals and catering for adult and youth conference attendees during the summer
Coordinates special events catering for university functions
Residential Operations
Responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance of housing facilities in addition to long-range planning and implementation of renovations and refurbishment
Areas of oversight include Landscaping, Custodial, and Maintenance Services, Environmental and Energy Programs, Health Advocacy and Wellness, and Project Management
Transportation & Parking Services
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of parking on campus, including maintaining meters and car-counting systems, and issuing permits and citations, and adjudicating citations
Provides vehicle rentals, garage services, roadside assistance, and fueling for the campus
Coordinates the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for campus community members who commute to UCSB by foot, skateboard, bicycle, bus, carpool, vanpool or train
Works with campus community members on events, Guest Services, enforcement, and implementing traffic control and wayfinding
UCSB Campus store
Oversees 15,000 square feet of sales floor and an e-commerce website
Areas of oversight include selling textbooks, digital course material offerings, art and school supplies, clothing, and commencement regalia; coordinating book and refrigerator rentals; and repairing computers
University center administration
Responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance of the University Center and the Events Center
Oversees Distribution & Logistical Services (Furniture Services, Surplus Sales, Mail Services and Central Receiving)
university center dining
Oversees dining options located in the University Center (Jamba Juice, Panda Express, Romaine’s, Root 217, Santorini Island Grill, Starbucks, Subway, and Wahoo’s Fish Taco) and around campus (Coral Tree Café, Courtyard Café, Die Bretzel, Subway at the Arbor, Summit Café, Wahoo's Fish Taco Carts, Woodstock's at the Arbor, and Yoshinoya)
Operates three Convenience Stores: The Arbor, The Corner Store, and The Store at Buchanan
Provides catering for special events for university functions
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Close schools? Take over board? Give a break? TEA faces big choices on Houston ISD
Local // Houston
Jacob Carpenter April 27, 2018 Updated: April 30, 2018 1 p.m.
Close schools? Take over board? Give a break? TEA faces...
1of8An American flag flies with the Texas state flag outside the Texas State Capitol building in Austin, Texas, U.S., on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Photographer: David Paul Morris/BloombergPhoto: David Paul Morris / Bloomberg
2of8In this April file photo, Mike Morath and other members of the State Board of Education speak before a preliminary vote on whether to create a statewide Mexican American studies course during a public hearing in Austin, Texas. Morath will likely decide whether Houston ISD is subject to sanctions due to its failure to improve academic performance at its longest-struggling schools. (Ricardo Brazziell/Austin American-Statesman via AP)Photo: Ricardo Brazziell, MBO / Associated Press
3of8In this 2014 file photo, then-Beaumont ISD board of managers member Robert Turner comments during a meeting to discuss budget and personnel matters.Photo: Jake Daniels
4of8In this 2009 file photo, state Rep. Garnet Coleman, D-Houston, talks from his desk on the floor of the House of Representatives.Photo: TOM REEL, Staff / SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS
5of8Kandice Webber, who was arrested at the raucous HISD board meeting and held in jail overnight, speaks out. Story on page A13Photo: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle / Houston Chronicle
6of8Kandice Webber who was arrested at HISD's board meeting and held at the Harris County Jail overnight talked to the media Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. Travis McGee, who has three children in HISD talked during the short media conference. ( Steve Gonzales / Houston Chronicle )Photo: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle / Houston Chronicle
7of8Kandice Webber who was arrested at HISD's board meeting and held at the Harris County Jail overnight is hugged by her wife, Kristen after a press conference Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. ( Steve Gonzales / Houston Chronicle )Photo: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle / Houston Chronicle
8of8Kandice Webber who was arrested at HISD's board meeting and held at the Harris County Jail overnight talked to the media Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. Travis McGee, who has three children in HISD talked during the short mead conference. ( Steve Gonzales / Houston Chronicle )Photo: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle / Houston Chronicle
A.J. Crabill knows what it’s like to close schools.
In 2010, Crabill, then a 30-year-old member of the Kansas City, Missouri, school board, cast a deciding vote to shutter nearly half of the district’s schools, devastating some members of the community.
Eight years later, Crabill is the deputy commissioner of governance for the Texas Education Agency, and he and his boss, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath, likely will face a similar quandary with Houston ISD. A new state law is expected to force the agency to shut down several chronically underperforming schools or replace the district’s locally elected school board — with either choice inciting anger across Houston.
“The question becomes: Which actions can be least disruptive to students? And which actions can create the most benefits for students?” Crabill told a Houston gathering last month. “To be clear, there are only hard choices that are left on the table.”
Q&A: Could Texas take over Houston ISD? And why are people so upset?
Over the next several months, Morath, Crabill and other leaders in Austin likely will chart the future of HISD, selecting from a short menu of unpalatable options foisted on them by state legislators. Under a law passed in 2015, known as House Bill 1842, the TEA must close campuses or appoint a board of managers to govern HISD if any of the district’s 10 longest-struggling schools fail to meet state academic standards this year — a likely outcome, HISD administrators have conceded.
HISD could have avoided potential sanctions if it surrendered control over the 10 schools to an outside organization, but the district dropped that idea last week following backlash over a plan to partner with charter school operator Energized For STEM Academy Inc., and a raucous school board meeting on Tuesday. Two people were arrested after the president of the board of trustees ordered police to clear the room amid jeers from some in the audience.
In this April file photo, law enforcement officers drag Jenny Espeseth out of Houston ISD's board room and down a hallway. Espeseth, who has two children enrolled in HISD schools, refused to leave the board room after HISD Board President Rhonda Skillern-Jones ordered it be cleared during a special school board meeting. While Espeseth was released minutes later, two other women at the meeting were transported to the Harris County Jail before their misdemeanor charges were dropped on Wednesday. This is a still image taken from video.
Photo: Shelby Webb / Houston Chronicle
District administrators spent several months searching for a partner willing to take over its 10 campuses ahead of a Monday deadline to submit plans, but HISD leaders could not find one that had support from the board of trustees. Several potential partners balked at taking over campuses ahead of the 2018-19 school year, a short time frame for implementing changes. The departure of Superintendent Richard Carranzara, who left to become chancellor of New York City public schools in March, also disrupted HISD’s search.
Faced with the possibility of sanctions, vocal community members have opposed school closures, arguing in part that they unfairly target predominately black and Hispanic neighborhoods. In the past few decades, nearly all school closures in HISD have occurred in minority-majority parts of the city, fostering community distrust.
OPINION: Parents and citizens deserve HISD's respect — not threats and arrests
“Closing schools is just very impactful to a neighborhood,” said Jennifer Evans, whose son is a senior at Worthing High School, one of the 10 campuses. “The best thing to do is to keep it open, to provide programs, to market the school and have the best opportunities so students are challenged.”
Some advocates who oppose charter schools and conservative-aligned education policies also have expressed dismay that Morath, who was appointed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, would have authority to make major decisions impacting HISD.
In addition, several HISD trustees have argued that the district is making progress at its lowest-performing schools, citing its Achieve 180 plans that pump hundreds of thousands of dollars into each campus.
To date, TEA leaders have been relatively tight-lipped about what they will choose for HISD if the district becomes subject to sanctions this year. However, a review of recent TEA actions, comments by Crabill and statements by local leaders shed light on how the coming months could play out.
Crabill, Morath’s top liaison in dealing with HISD the past few months, hinted at last month’s community meeting that school closures are not the best option for solving academic issues. Crabill said he had visited some of the 10 low-performing schools — all of which serve predominately black and Hispanic students in high-poverty neighborhoods — and found their struggles were not due to staff efforts.
“We have to look beyond state-mandated closure as a panacea in this particular instance,” Crabill said. “I don’t say that out of an unwillingness to use that as an option. I say that from someone who’s gone to the campuses and doesn’t see that it actually moves the ball forward for those students.”
The 10 schools at risk of potential closure are Blackshear, Dogan, Highland Heights, Mading and Wesley elementary schools; Henry Middle School; Woodson PK-8; and Kashmere, Wheatley and Worthing high schools. They combine to serve nearly 7,000 students.
Kandice Webber speaks about her arrest at an HISD board meeting
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If Morath opts for a board of managers, HISD would join several other Texas school districts under state-appointed oversight. Under that option, Morath personally would select members of a temporary governing board, who gradually would be replaced by elected trustees as the district showed progress.
In recent years, the TEA has employed boards of managers to salvage several districts reeling from corruption or financial distress. It has also ordered the shutdown of a few foundering districts, including North Forest and La Marque ISDs in the Houston area. Houston ISD would become the first district with a board of managers stemming from the 2015 law, which seeks to address academic shortcomings.
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No district subject to state intervention has come close to the size of Houston ISD. In the two most prominent takeovers — El Paso ISD (59,400 students) and Beaumont ISD (19,200 students) — then-Texas Education Commissioner Michael L. Williams chose highly accomplished board members from the local community, though many had little to no background in education. They included former university presidents, prominent business leaders, government bureaucrats and a social service expert, among others. The boards closely mirrored racial and ethnic demographics in both communities.
Robert Turner, a Beaumont-area auto dealership owner who served on the local district’s board of managers, said the governance group helped carry Beaumont through a tumultuous era.
“We trusted each other, we respected each other, there was no backbiting or infighting,” Turner said. “We had no agenda other than fixing the schools.”
The El Paso and Beaumont takeovers stabilized both districts, though they were met with mixed reviews from community members.
Across the country, states have sought to get more involved in large, urban districts facing serious academic and financial issues. Gary Ritter, a professor of education policy at the University of Arkansas who has analyzed state takeover efforts, said intervention sometimes helps steady troubled districts, but there’s “not much evidence that, systematically, this can lead to clear academic benefits.” He also noted Houston is unique from other districts nationwide because only 10 of its 284 schools have been labeled chronically underperforming.
Source: Texas Education Agency | Data compiled by Jacob Carpenter | Created by Rachael Gleason/Houston Chronicle
“That certainly seems like an unhelpful wrinkle in the takeover” threat in Houston, Ritter said. “For the most part, in places like Baltimore, Detroit, Newark, Cleveland (and) Philadelphia, they were done when the school district had been showing either poor performance or financial troubles for several years in a row.”
For that reason, state Rep. Garnet Coleman, D-Houston, wants to see Morath show leniency to HISD. Coleman, whose district includes two of the 10 schools, said HB1842 carries a penalty that is “not appropriate to the circumstance.”
Coleman said he plans to introduce a bill during the 2019 legislative session that would change or repeal the sanctions listed under HB1842, which passed with 85 percent support in the Legislature. He said he believes many lawmakers were not aware of the implications of the bill when it passed.
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In the meantime, Coleman said he hopes Morath finds a method for avoiding any HISD sanctions.
State interventions
The Texas Education Agency has intervened in several school districts over the past decade, though none served student populations nearly as large as Houston ISD. Among them:
El Paso ISD (current enrollment: 59,400): When El Paso trustees failed to catch their superintendent engaged in a cheating scandal, the TEA commissioner replaced them in 2012. Elected trustees regained control of the district in 2015.
Beaumont ISD (current enrollment: 19,200): Issues with finances, governance and special education services in Beaumont led to a state-appointed board of managers in 2014. The TEA has started transitioning elected trustees back onto the board, with plans to end its intervention in 2020.
North Forest ISD (enrollment before closure: 6,900): Persistently low academic performance and debts totaling $8 million were among the reasons the TEA ordered North Forest ISD to shut down in 2013. The district was annexed into Houston ISD.
Southside ISD (current enrollment: 5,900): The TEA commissioner replaced the Bexar County district’s trustees in 2017 after determining the board was unable to govern and failed to comply with contract procurement requirements. The board of managers remains in place.
“I advocate that he makes good public policy by not implementing those provisions, with the understanding that members want to alter the law so that it works better than the two options that exist now,” Coleman said.
Morath is expected to decide in June whether to issue academic accountability waivers to districts and schools impacted by Hurricane Harvey. TEA officials have not publicly committed to whether HB1842 sanctions would be implemented if all 10 HISD schools at risk of triggering the law received an accountability waiver.
A few HISD leaders have suggested seven of the 10 schools still could trigger sanctions even with a waiver this year because they have been rated “improvement required” for poor academic performance for five or more years.
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Misconceptions of the principle: ‘the lesser of two evils’
Posted by: Sheikh Alomgir Ali in Analysis, Islamic Law, Special, voting 24/04/2012 15 Comments
Throughout the last election campaign there were frequent discussions amongst Muslims regarding the permissibility of participating in the electoral process. This brief article does not intend to address that specific issue (dealt with by scholars elsewhere), but instead, debunk a current myth amongst many people that one of the principles that was used to justify the permissibility of voting (although not the main argument used which many people do not realise), “the lesser of two evils”, only pertains to matters of life and death and can only be applied in matters of coercion and necessity. Although this misconception is often attributed to laymen, it seems to have also found its place amongst certain callers to Islam (du’at).
In order to understand the reality of the issue one needs to differentiate between two important maxims:
ad-Darurah tubeehu al Mahzuraat (Necessity makes the impermissable lawful)
ad-Darar al Ashadd Yuzaalu bi-darar al Akhaff (The greater evil is repelled by the lesser evil).[1]
The first maxim is a sub-maxim for general maxim, “Hardship begets facility,” whereas the second is a sub-maxim for a different general maxim: “Harm must be eliminated”. A cursory look at the works al-ashbaah wan-nazaa’ir and al Qawaa’id al Fiqhiyyah would ascertain that the two aforementioned maxims (in bullet points) are not one and the same, but two separate principles dealing with different situations. Therefore, considering them to be the same can be quite detrimental as will be shown.
The principle “Necessity makes the unlawful lawful” is primarily based on the following evidence:
“He hath only forbidden you dead meat, and blood, and the flesh of swine, and that on which any other name hath been invoked besides that of Allah. But if one is forced by necessity, without willful disobedience, or transgressing due limits, – then is he guiltless. For Allah is Oft-forgiving Most Merciful.”[2]
Allah also says in another verse:
“Anyone who, after accepting faith in Allah, utters disbelief – except under compulsion, his heart remaining firm in Faith – but such as open their breast to Unbelief, on them is wrath from Allah, and theirs will be a dreadful penalty.”[3]
Both verses indicate the permissibility of what was initially deemed impermissible due to necessity, which in both cases are related to life and death. However, the principle of lesser of two evils is primarily based on other evidence, such as the Treaty of Hudaibiyah. On the 6th year after hijrah the Messenger (peace be upon him) left with his companions from Madinah to perform ‘Umrah (the lesser pilgrimage) despite Makkah being ruled by the Quraysh and there being severe enmity between the Muslims and the Polytheists. Naturally, the Polytheists denied access to the Muslims which eventually led to reconciliation talks between the two parties and led to the formation of the famous treaty. Some of the following matters were agreed upon in the treaty:
There would be no war between the 2 parties for 10 years.
Whoever went to the Prophet (peace be upon him) from Quraysh without the permission of their parents or guardians must be returned back to Makkah, but whoever went to Quraysh from the companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him) would not be returned.
The Muslims would have to return back to Madinah without performing ‘Umrah but would be allowed to perform it the following year but for only three days.[4]
Such stipulations proved to be difficult for many to accept such as Umar ibn al Khattab given that it involved an apparent harm and evil (mafsadah). However, in order to safeguard the rest of the Muslim inhabitants in Makkah and to ensure that the propagation of Islam would be allowed to spread without any hindrance, the Prophet (peace be upon him) accepted the terms of the treaty. Many scholars have used this incident as a basis for establishing the principle of inclining towards the lesser of two evils. There are two important matters that we can learn from this incident:
The Prophet (saw) was not coerced into accepting the treaty.
The matter was not one of life and death for the Prophet (saw). He could have easily chosen to abstain away from agreeing with the terms of the treaty and simply walk away, but instead, he (saw) accepted a treaty that contained a stipulation that inevitably lead to harming some Muslims, although it was simply in order to prevent a greater harm.
Al Nadwi said regarding this incident, “Everything which occurred in the treaty of Hudaibiyah is indicative of this principle since it necessitated adhering to the difficult conditions which seemingly contained much harm for the Muslims. However, it became evidently clear in the end that the treaty was, in essence, a benefit and a means to success through the ‘manifest victory’[5] (al fath al Mubeen).”[6]
The other key incident that is used as a basis for this maxim is the hadith of the bedouin that urinated in the Prophet’s (peace be upon him) mosque. Anas ibn Malik narrated that a bedouin once came and urinated in a corner of the mosque. The people begun to reproach him but the Prophet stopped them allowing the bedouin to finish urinating. In another narration the Prophet said after the incident, “You have been sent to make things easy and not to make them difficult.”[7] Ibn Hajar commented upon this narration and said, “…He ordered them (the Companions) to refrain from preventing the bedouin in order to achieve the greater benefit, which was the prevention of the greater evil by bearing the lesser one (daf’ a’dham al mafsadayn bihtimaal aysarihimaa).[8]
Similarly, Al Nawawi commented on the incident saying, “In this narration is (i.e. benefits to learn) to repel the greater of two harms by bearing the lesser of the two (daf’ a’dham ad-dararayn bihtimaal akhaffihimaa).[9] Both Ibn Hajr and Al Nawawi stated that by preventing the Companions from forbidding this munkar two greater harms were avoided. The first was that the sudden prevention of one urinating could physically harm the individual. Secondly, it would most likely lead to the bedouin soiling his clothes and contaminating other areas of the mosque. Thus, the greater evil was prevented by committing the lesser one, which in this case was allowing the bedouin to complete urinating. This is another clear proof that the principle ‘the lesser of the two evils’ is not merely restricted to issues pertaining to matters of life and death.
Another example of the application of this principle can be found in the narration where the Prophet said to Mu’adh ibn Jabal, “Whoever meets Allah without associating any partners with him will enter paradise.” Mu’adh said, “Should I not give glad tidings to the people and inform them of this?” The Prophet replied, “No, for I fear that they may become lax.”[10] Withholding knowledge is a great sin in the sight of Allah, however, if narrating such knowledge leads to a greater evil then spreading it must be prevented as in the case above. Hence, by committing the lesser evil (which in this case would be withholding certain knowledge the greater evil was prevented.
Ibn Hajar also mentions in Fat’h Al Bari that Imam Ahmed did not narrate the ahaadeeth of khurooj (rebellion) against the rulers to certain people out of the fear that they may misunderstand the texts and create a greater difficulty. He likewise mentioned how Imam Malik disliked narrating ahaadeeth of the attributes of Allah to some people out of the fear that they may liken Allah to his creation. From one perspective their actions were somewhat questionable since it seems that they were withholding Islamic knowledge. However, these great Imams, in keeping with their vast knowledge knew that they were doing such in the interests of this religion, even if it meant committing apparent ‘evils’.
Given the plethora of examples used by Islamic jurists, it can be concluded that the principle ‘the lesser of two evils’ can be applied in both coercive and non-coercive situations, as well as those that pertain to life and death. To assume otherwise is to incorrectly assimilate one maxim into another which will inevitably lead an individual to a flawed conclusion.
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[1] This principle has been expressed in a number of different ways.
[2] Surah Al Baqarah 2:173; verses which hold similar meanings are also found in the elsewhere Qur’an, see: 5:3, 6:145, 16:115, 6:119.
[3] Al Nahl 16:106
[4] Reported by Ahmad in his Musnad: 4/325. According to Dr. D. al ‘Umari it is graded hasan (acceptable). See: al ‘Umari: 2:443. It was also declared Hasan by al Arna’ut in his checking of the musnad (31/225) hadith number: 18910.
[5] This is in reference to the verse: 48:1
[6] Al Nadwi: 278.
[7] Al Bukhari
[8] Ibn Hajar: 1/388.
[9] An-Nawawi: 1/191
[10] Al Bukhari
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Asalamualaikum,
What about lobbying the MP’s instead of voting? I know about whips but we still have to try.
Also with regards to the ayah about uttering disbelief in compulsion, does anybody know is that a threat of death or torture? Because death is pre-written and unchangeable right? So we don’t have to utter disbelief cause if we are going to die at that point we would die anyway? Torture of course is not pre-destined so is the ayah talking about torture? Does anyone know what context it was revealed in.
Also something else I find confusing is what about the hadeeth that says the pen has been lifted and the ink is dry, so does that mean everything is pre-destined and we only haVe to follow Hukum.
JazakhAllah khair.
part of the other side of the argument
found this brief explanation of the maxim from the other point of view – appears more convincing IMO
“7. Voting for certain candidates to prevent others from coming in, is the lesser of two evil:
The principle “lesser of two evils” is a sub-principle of the principle “Harm is to be lifted”[4] and is only applicable when the Shari’ah has defined the two evils, and defined which is the lesser of the two, such as the example given by al-Zayla`i and quoted by Ibn Nujaym in Ashbah wa’l-Naza’ir: “An example is that of a man who has a wound where if he were to prostrate in the Prayer the blood will flow from the wound but if he did not, then it would not flow. In this case, he must sit and pray indicating his act of bowing and prostrating because to leave the act of prostration is less evil (ahwan) than praying in a state of impurity. Is it not the case that leaving the prostration is permitted in certain conditions where one can choose not to do it like in the case of offering optional prayers while on a riding animal whereas being in a state of impurity and praying is not permitted at all…”[5] Another example Ibn Nujaym quotes is: “Likewise is the case of an elderly person who is unable to recite the Qur’an in the prayer while standing but is able to do so in a sitting posture. If this is so, he prays in a sitting posture because it is permitted to either sit or not to sit in optional prayers whereas it is not permitted to abandon the recitation in the Prayer in any circumstances…”[6]
Here, the mind is not used to outweigh the lesser of the two evils or to decide what action to take but the text and its indications. Other examples include the difficult situation of a mother giving birth and where both are in danger of losing their lives, who then ought to be saved. Thus, the examples are connected with inevitable evils and not in cases where options to avoid the evil exist.
Therefore, it is wholly inapplicable to apply the principle of the “lesser of the two evils” as a default premise because it forbidden to commit a haram in origin and the principle is invalidated whenever a third option exists that does not require one to commit an evil. In the case of voting for mainstream political parties, no coercion, compulsion or necessity exists. The third option is a permitted one which is to abstain and warn others from doing it. It is also not possible to tell which is the “lesser” or “greater” evil in a given situation especially when voting for these major political parties and it inevitably becomes a case of voting for who brings personal benefit. For example, in these elections none of the major parties in Britain are against the war in Afghanistan, while the xenophobic BNP is. So which is the lesser evil – increased prejudice against Muslims in the UK, or the killing of Muslims in Afghanistan? Whoever you vote for – you share responsibility in their actions since you actively empowered them.
Some claim that by not voting you have an impact upon the result and therefore you are intrinsically involved in the action. Such a claim is demonstrably false, since its parallel would be the claim that the Prophet (peace and blessing be upon him) should have participated in the ruling in Mecca, a position he was capable of given his position and stature amongst his people, since if he didn’t participate others would in his place and impose harsher laws upon him.”
found it on the iculture website
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the reference, 1/388 for hafiz ibn hajar, is this volume 1-hadith 388 of فتح البارى. Also, if you have a good ebook version please share ia.
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Systematic retort 3
Your third comment puts you firmly into Rashids camp – not only have you failed to comprehend shaikh Abu Qutaybah’s point, but you then misrepresent it with some drivel that I fear I have yet to make complete sense of. To break down HIS argument for you in a simple way, let’s explain the entire context of the article:
Shaikh Abu Qutaybah tells us that he isnt talking about elections but would like to discuss the arguments used increasingly by du’at when they opine that voting is accepted by the sharia. He then goes on to assert (along with good arguemnts for it) that du’at have incorrectly been using the “Necessity makes the impermissable lawful” when in fact the legal maxim they SHOULD be using is “The greater evil is repelled by the lesser evil”.
They should not use the first maxim as it only pertains to life and death situations of which voting is NOT one (they misapply the maxim). The second maxim is the one most relevant to voting (even if they ultimately disagreed with the use of the second maxim, all would logically agree the second is MOST RELEVANT to elections when COMPARING the two).
Your point about whether the ‘asl (origin or default position) of voting is halal or haram doesnt make any sense. Both maxims (and this is where I respectfully disagree with Shaikh Alomgir) discuss the asl being haram but the lesser one. As a result of the manifestation of a choice (between a greater and lesser haram, the lesser haram is deemed acceptable). Thus your claim that it is an apparent contradiction only serves to demonstrate your inability to understand the basic argument put forward by the shaikh. Perhaps it would behoove you to acquire some critical reasoning skills before you present a tirade that lacks any hallmark of rational method.
I’m very sorry to all those who feel my response to be somewhat brutish, I’m sick of the stagnation of Muslims in the UK which I feel has a lot to do with the laity assuming pseudo-scholarship. I know that I have haven’t offered any substantial discourse on voting, but my aim was merely to highlight the lack of ability in reasoning amongst those who easily shout down others with kufr and shirk. Its old, completely inaccurate, and frustrating.
Naveed, the way in which you commence your rant is offensive to say the least – anyone who knows shaikh Abu Qutaybah knows that he is staunch in his opposition to secularism and a strong advocate of the sharia, indeed he spends most of his days teaching it!
You claim that there is a clear understanding of the subject matter, yet your entire ramble on what democracy and elections are makes it patently obvious that you have failed to read the most introductory text on political theory. Before you primitively retort that one only needs the sharia, remember that you assert the desire to elucidate the subject matter which is a correct understanding of democracy and elections, concepts deeply rooted in the study of political theory. Your entire analyses is not only specious but given that you articulate such shallowness in order to posit a stark conclusion, it is also dangerous. I don’t plan to actually get into a discussion about democracy, and you will undoubtedly offer me the time-honoured tradition of defining a modern political concept in accordance with its Greek etymology, but I suffice it to put it to you that your very first argument, that voting in a secular democratic context symbolises an explicit will and an explicit desire in support for a candidate who represents a particular philosophy and a particular set of manifesto commitments, is utter nonsense. Agreeing to help politician x get into a position where he can help to cease the killing of innocent people and support the Muslims community (whatever his motives are) is not the same as my supporting him for everything he believes. That is surely common sense. Further, you veering in a nd out of theory and practice show you have no consistent argument, for where in theory you see a weakness in your argument you alter the discussion to political practice, where in practice you see a weakness in your argument you revert to theory.
As for endorsing the system, let us extend your logic to everything else. Merely by choosing to live in the UK you ‘endorse’ everything you deem kufr and shirk. Surely the taxes you pay (whether income or VAT), the law you abide by (your intentions play no part in it – as you argue with voting), or every evil you see and fail to proscribe is, in accordance with your method of reasoning, ‘endorsing the system’. Surely you can see how inept and clumsy your analytical method is!
Of course it CAN be argued that by not voting we legitimise a candidate who comes to power in our constituency, it was our inaction that plays a part in the bigger puzzle. Furthermore, many people use the shallow argument that politicians change their manifestos after they are elected. The truth of the matter is not whether they implement them (as that’s not in their hands) but whether they argue FOR them. Besides the rhetoric and misinformation that abounds the Muslim community, the reality is that politicians DO GENERALLY work to advance their manifestos, whether they are successful or not is another story. What we have amongst Muslims is that in the extremely small number of cases (and I mean miniscule) SOME politicians have gone back on their pledges out of political expediency (other politicians do so merely realising certain economic, social etc pledges are actually not workable and that they had been a bit naive), but that is not a fair or accurate point ever to make. (Perhaps an extensive reading and analyses of political science would help in this regard).
As for your second posting, there are certain things that are inevitable, such as the fact that SOMEONE is going to win the election. So if two parties are running, say Green and BNP, and Green loses, BNP will definately secure the seat and implement within local government policies that strongly discriminate against ethnic minorities, Muslims, jews etc). Have you understood the difference between local government and national government as well as the elections work in forming government?
Systematic retort
The whole discussion about democracy, voting, and whatever else people find to waste their time with has not only been dealt with, but is also getting extremely boring. As many people have reiterated, if you do not want to vote then fine, but do not impose your ignorance on those who in all sincerity wish to benefit the Muslims. Lodge the takfir fighting its way out somewhere at the back of your throat and go about your daily business (I’m not saying anyone made takfir but the will is self-evident). Leave intellectual matters for those who appropriate their lives to it. As a point to note, there has been no reputable/notable individual of Islamic learning in the UK that has argued that it is completely haram to vote in elections. (Of course if you’re part of the numerous sects that make up those who disavow themselves from the body of Muslims then you’re probably argue that either there are no scholar or that they’re all sellouts.)
To begin with, I’d like to work backwards thru the comments merely to raise the nature of ignorance and inanity very clearly displayed. I am not Abu Qutaybah (Alomgir Ali) but I do know him, at least relatively.
Abu Maryam aksed, is Alomgir a scholar? Well let me throw that one back at you, what is the definition of a scholar? Undoubtedly, you dont know (as don’t most people) nor will you be able to offer us anything more substantial than your own subjective ramblings. Without doubt it can be said that Abu Qutaybah is no layman, nor liberal, but an orthodox individual and has dedicated most if not all of his time and efforts to the Islamic cause, most notably learning and teaching. If you can bring half a CV to the table then perhaps you would have SOME right to question his ‘authority’. Secondly, the way in which you have derived a denotation from a general point he makes on which there exists Ijma’ (scholarly consensus) lucidly demonstrates your inanity. The hadith as narrated by Anas in al-Bukhari and Muslim clearly outlines that the Prophet told Mu’adh not to spread such news due to it causing people to rely on mediocre religious observance; the narration goes on to state that Mu’adh merely narrated the hadith on his deathbed so as not to be sinful (for concealing a prophetic statement). So does this mean, as your rudimentary method of interpretation suggests, that the Prophet peace be upon him encouraged Mu’adh to sin? I suggest you take up your qualm with al-Bukhari and other Imams of the salaf rather than shaikh Alomgir. Further, if you see Naveed’s arguments as ‘crucial’, then the compounded ignorance (jahl murakkab) you seem to have embraced necessitates I engage with you no further.
Shafiq, jazakallahu khairan – I admire your retort although I disagree that it could have been worded better. The fact of the matter is that the ignorant can always be counted on to find a non-issue to ‘refute’, only that they instead expose their own incongruence.
Shahid, grow up and stop using sanctified statements as some ultimately decisive proof in a sophisticated matter. In fact, it only indicates to us how simple minded you’re being (or possibly are). The entire pupose of shaikh Abu Qutaybah’s article is to show that there is no shubhah (grey area) in the matter, so presentation of this hadith is completely uncontextual – wrong discussion mate.
Nazmul, you make a valid and rational point, may Allah increase you in good. As you point out, perhaps the discussion we should be engaged in is how to create political unity amongst Muslims so as to use those tools at our disposal in efficient ways for the sake of Allah. I welcome the discussion.
I’ll leave Naveed till last given the numerous points he has made.
Rashid, whilst the treaty of hudaibiyah was ordained by Allah, it does negate the fact that the Messenger and his actions are both an uswah and qudwah fo us, for if we extended your reasoning to the entire seerah we could argue that it is un-implementable as it came directly from Allah to the Prophet. Furthermore, the point being made is that elections do not contravene Allah’s law given the principles under discussion, so clearly, on the most basic level you’ve failed to fully grasp Shaikh Abu Qutaybah’s point. Perhaps you should without offering the same half-baked retorts that have been used numerous times before you. As for Musharraf, I fail to see how your point is at all useful. The Khawarij misapplied the verse “There is no hukm except for Allah” – does that mean we now negate the principle (of hukm only for Allah) which itself still stands? According to your system of reasoning we would have to do so.
Shafiq
Re Abu Maryam
It’s worth saying, I think, that you may have misunderstood what the brother who wrote the article was saying. And perhaps also the sentence by the author could have been worded better. He was in no way saying that the prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم had committed an evil. He was saying that the prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم had done GOOD by averting a greater evil.
Similarly in any case where the lesser of two evils is chosen, then person has actually done good by averting the greater evil.
Dont vote
“On the authority of Abu Abdullah al-Nu’maan ibn Basheer (may Allah be pleased with them both) who said: I heard the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) say, ‘That which is lawful is clear, and that which is unlawful is clear, and between the two of them are doubtful [or ambiguous] matters about which not many people are knowledgeable. Thus, he who avoids these doubtful matters certainly clears himself in regard to his religion and honour. But he who falls into the doubtful matters falls into that which is unlawful, like a shepherd who pastures around a sanctuary, all but grazing therein. Verily every king has a sanctuary and Allah’s sanctuary is His prohibitions. In the body there is a morsel of flesh which, if it be sound, all of the body is sound and which, if it be diseased, all of the body is diseased. This part of the body is the heart.” (Recorded in Bukhari and Muslim)
Nazmul
What willthe harm be If Muslims dont vote
According to the 2 principles they should only be applied if there is a harm/evil so to avoid the greater harm/evil you allow the lesser harm/evil.
But what will be the harm if Muslims dont vote?
Not just that the people who say to vote they dont say who to vote for. For the sake of argument lets say theres a greater harm which will occur if we dont vote, but how will we avoid that greater harm of we are not united on who to vote for?
Abu Maryam
Is brother Alomgir Ali a scholar?
SO, BASICALLY YOU HAVE SAID, THE PROPHET(pbuh) HAD COMMITTED AN EVIL BY TELLING MU’ADH NOT TO DISCLOSE THIS HADITH (BECAUSE OF HIS WISDOM THAT THEY WILL LAX). WOW – WHAT AN ACCUSATION TO MAKE AGAINST THE FINAL MESSENGER (pbuh) ! WHY DID HE (pbuh) TELL MU’ADH BUT TOLD HIM TO NOT TELL OTHERS. IS THERE MORE TO THIS HADITH THAN MEETS THEY? WHAT DOES THIS GENERAL STATEMENT MEAN??
BROTHER, YOU TALK ABOUT PEOPLE, LAYPEOPLE AND DA’EES GETTING FLAWED CONCLUSIONS FROM THE “Lesser of two evils” ARGUMENT, BUT YOU, YOURSELF HAVE SHOWN YOU SEEM TO HAVE FLAWED CONCLUSIONS!
PLEASE REPLY TO BROTHER NAVEEDS CRUCIAL OBJECTIONS
Salaams
Just another point the article states, ‘This brief article does not intend to address that specific issue (dealt with by scholars elsewhere), but instead, debunk a current myth amongst many people that one of the principles that was used to justify the permissibility of voting (although not the main argument used which many people do not realise), “the lesser of two evils”, only pertains to matters of life and death and can only be applied in matters of coercion and necessity. Although this misconception is often attributed to laymen…’
the article then states that there are two different principles.
‘ad-Darurah tubeehu al Mahzuraat (Necessity makes the impermissable lawful)
You said the first principle is ‘related to life and death.’
The question is which principle is being used to justify voting for secular parties. If we believe that voting for secular parties is haram in origin then according to what you have written you’d be forced to justify voting due to life and death and thus compulsion. This means that your original point about criticising some ‘lay’ ppl for claiming that the ruksaa requires necessity ie related to life and death becomes utterly redundant.
Apparently the only way you could justify voting for secular parties according to the second principle is by arguing that it is mubah in origin. This is what I’ve read according to your article.
Any comments to this apparent contradiction in your article?
Salams
just another point. Warding off a greater evil with a lesser evil indicates that two actions are inevitable and the two results from those acts are inevitable.
There’s nothing inevitable in voting for secular parties except that you’d be perceived as supporting kufr.
perhaps based on the above article scholars should refrain from givig fatwa for ppl to vote for kufr secular parties. However I am glad that some pro secular voters are engaging with the arguments rather than pretending there is some sort of ‘ijma’ on the issue to silence any critique.
There are two things that seem to be lacking in these discussions on pro secular voting firstly is a clear understanding of the subject matter under question and secondly the ability to correctly apply Islamic shariah principles to the given subject.
Let’s take the first matter voting in a secular democratic context symbolises an explicit will and an explicit desire in support for a candidate who represents a particular philosophy and a particular set of manifesto commitments. Manifestos are a set of proposed laws that a party decides on which it would seek to implement. By voting them means your explicit support for them. As for ppl who claim that they are tactically voting to prevent another party from coming to power or who claim they vote for them but with an intention other than supporting their policies and their secular (kufr) philosophy then this is not how the democratic process works in theory even if ppl may do this in practise. This is because a thousand votes for one party is perceived as a thousand ppl supporting that party. Hence the democratic process doesn’t discriminate between the differing intentions and only takes into account one intention ie the support of the party.
Similarly voting is also seen as an endorsement of the system hence the importance secular thinkers give to voter turnout. That’s because by voting gives confidence to the party that does get the overall majority that it has achieved a mandate from the ppl to rule. If the voter turnout is 30% and a party achieves 28% that government will face difficult questions on whether it has achieved a mandate to rule. If however the turnout was 80% and the ruling party got 28% then no such problems of confidence of that government would be seen even though it achieved the same overall majority.
So voting in a democratic process gives support to the system and expresses your will on whch candidate/party you desire to implement their proposed policies and philosophies (even if they have no chance of coming to power).
On this understanding voting for one party who wishes to rule by kufr indicates (accordingto the democratic system) your support for democracy and your desire to see a party come to power to rule by kufr.
Therefore the argument for legitimising pro secular voting is an argument that seeks to legitimise engaging in a process in which your vote indicates your desire to see the implementation of kufr. How then does any variant of the principle of lesser of two evils apply here? This is because the haram act is legitmised as halal even when a halal option remains ie not voting. It can’t be argued that by not voting we are already legitimising a candidate who comes to power in our constituency. This is a separate issue and relates to matters of living in daral kufr and in particular a democratic society. If we argue that by merely living here we are ‘represented’ by a kafir to implement kufr then it would be incumbent for us to leave this country. Secondly even in the uk not voting is perceived as a rejection of the system hence the reason why politicians like former justice secretary jack straw argued for the possible introduction to compulsory voting. He believed it was a possible measure
to ensure the maintenance of democracy.
As for ppl legitimising voting due to the presence of saving lives quote clearly voting for kufr is haram and can possibly lead to shirk. The results of voting are uncertain with candidates going back on manifesto pledges or not getting the party one desires into power. Hence how can something uncertain be used to justify a clear violation of the Nass?
More can and should be said. My final point if secular Muslims who wish to see te secularisatipn of Islam and if kafir politicians who have an agenda against Islam and Muslims wish to see Muslims vote for secular parties then the ulema Shouldnt fall into the trap of trying to legitimise it. Hence they should take the stance of imam Malik and ibn hajr in withholding this type of fatwa for fearthe Muslims may inadvertently fall into sin and kufr by believing in a kufr political process.
Salam alaykum
I don’t know why you are over complicating things here brother.
The treaty of Hudaibiyah was subject to revelation and the Prophet SAW unlike the UK elections obviously never contradicted any Islamic rules or obligations in this even if it was unpopular at the start. Please explain which Islamic obligations this treaty contradicted if you disagree.
I remember Pervez Musharraf abusing the incident of the treaty of Hudaibiyah to justify supporting the US crusade in Afghanistan.
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From a millennial Jane Austen remake to the return of Elle Woods - by Danielle Fowler
The new year beckons and a slew of soon-to-be-released movies await so grab the popcorn, stat.
2020 already looks like a promising start for film buffs with a whole bunch of female-driven projects on the horizon.
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Jane Austen devotees will be pleased to see novel Emma undergo the silver screen treatment once more while Reese Witherspoon is ready to show us what Elle Woods is up to these days in Legally Blonde 3.
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Blake Lively surprised fans when she deleted all of her Instagram posts (yes, all Ryan Reynolds content disappeared) bar one on November 17.
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A silver screen adaptation of the Stephanie Patrick thriller franchise, Lively takes on the role of Stephanie described an "ordinary woman on a path of self-destruction after her family is tragically killed in a plane crash".
After discovering that the traumatic incident was not an accident as previously believed, she vows to seek revenge.
Jude Law stars alongside the actress in The Rhythm Section which sees The Handmaid's Tale director, Reed Moreno, behind the camera.
"Stephanie is a survivor. She continues to test this in herself. Everything she puts herself through proves that," Lively told Bustle.
Watch the trailer for The Rhythm Section here
Based on real life events, Kristen Stewart takes on the role of French actress Jean Seberg who swapped the starry Hollywood hills for a life committed to activism in thrilling biopic Seberg.
After finding fame in 1957 film Saint Joan, Seberg became the face of the New Wave movement courtesy of Jean-Luc Godard classic Breathless. Upon returning home, she lended her status to supporting causes including anti-Vietnam war protests and the civil rights movement.
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Mia Goth will also grace the screen as matched love interest Harriet Smith with other famous faces including Bill Nighy (Mr. Woodhouse), Johnny Flynn (George Knightley) and Miranda Hart (Miss Bates).
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((Remember) when the angels said: "O Maryam! Verily, Allah gives you the glad tidings of a Word from Him,) a son who will come into existence with a word from Allah, `Be', and he was . This is the meaning of Allah's statement (about Yahya)
(Believing in the Word from Allah.) ﴿3:39﴾, according to the majority of the scholars.
(His name will be Al-Masih, `Isa, the son of Maryam) and he will be known by this name in this life, especially by the believers. `Isa was called "Al-Masih'' (the Messiah) because when he touched (Mash) those afflicted with an illness, they would be healed by Allah's leave. Allah's statement
(`Isa, the son of Maryam) relates `Isa to his mother, because he did not have a father.
(Held in honor in this world and in the Hereafter, and will be one of those who are near to Allah.) meaning, he will be a leader and honored by Allah in this life, because of the Law that Allah will reveal to him, sending down the Scripture to him, along with the other bounties that Allah will grant him with. `Isa will be honored in the Hereafter and will intercede with Allah, by His leave, on behalf of some people, just as is the case with his brethren the mighty Messengers of Allah, peace be upon them all.
(He will speak to the people, in the cradle and in manhood,) calling to the worship of Allah Alone without partners, while still in the cradle, as a miracle from Allah, and when he is a man, by Allah's revelation to him.
Muhammad bin Ishaq recorded that Abu Hurayrah said that the Messenger of Allah said,
(No infant spoke in the cradle except `Isa and the companion of Jurayj.)
Ibn Abi Hatim recorded that Abu Hurayrah said that the Prophet said,
(No infant spoke in the cradle except three, `Isa, the boy during the time of Jurayj, and another boy.)
(And he will be one of the righteous.) in his statements and actions, for he will possess, pure knowledge and righteous works
When Maryam heard the good news that the angels conveyed from Allah, she said;
("O my Lord! How shall I have a son when no man has touched me.'')
Mary said, "How can I have a son while I did not marry, nor intend to marry, nor am I an indecent woman, may Allah forbid'' The angel conveyed to Maryam, Allah's answer,
(So (it will be) for Allah creates what He wills.)
He is Mighty in power and nothing escapes His ability. Allah used the word `create' here instead of the word `does' as in the tale about Zakariyya ﴿3:40﴾, to eradicate any evil thought concerning `Isa. Allah next emphasized this fact when He said,
(When He has decreed something, He says to it only: "Be! ـ and it is.) meaning, what Allah wills, comes into existence instantly and without delay. In another Ayah, Allah said,
(And Our commandment is but one as the twinkling of an eye.) ﴿54:50﴾, meaning, "We only issue the command once, and it comes into existence instantly, as fast as, and faster than, a blink of the eye. ''
(48. And He will teach him the Book and Al-Hikmah, and the Taw
(so that there may be no difficulty to the believers in respect of the wives of their adopted sons when the latter have no desire to keep them.) means, `We permitted you to marry her, and We did that so that there would no longer be any difficulty for the believers with regard to their marrying the ex-wives of their adopted sons.' Before prophethood, the Messenger of Allah had adopted Zayd bin Harithah, may Allah be pleased with him, and he was known as Zayd, the son of Muhammad. Allah put a stop to this when He said:
(nor has He made your adopted sons your real sons) until:
(Call them after their fathers, that is more just with Allah) (33:4-5). Then this was confirmed and made even clearer by the marriage of the Messenger of Allah to Zaynab bint Jahsh, may Allah be pleased with her, when Zayd bin Harithah divorced her. Allah says in Ayat At-Tahrim
(the wives of your sons from your own loins) (4:23) which specifically excludes adopted sons. This custom (of adopting sons) was widespread among them.
(And Allah's command must be fulfilled.) means, `this that has happened was decreed by Allah and was inevitable.' Allah knew that Zaynab, may Allah be pleased with her, would become one of the wives of the Prophet .
(38. There is no blame on the Prophet in that which Allah has made legal for him. That has been Allah's way with those who have passed away of old. And the command of Allah is a decree determined.)
(There is no blame on the Prophet in that which Allah has made legal for him.) means, in that which has been permitted for him and which he has been commanded to do, i.e. his marrying Zaynab, may Allah be pleased with her,, who had been divorced by his adopted son Zayd bin Harithah
(That has been Allah's way with those who have passed away of old.) means this is the ruling of Allah for the Prophets who came before him. Allah would not command them to do anything for which they might be blamed. This is a refutation of those hypocrites who imagined that there was anything wrong with his marrying the ex-wife of Zayd, his freed slave and adopted son.
(And the command of Allah is a decree determined.) means, His command which He has decreed must inevitably come to pass; nothing can prevent it or avert it, for whatever He wills happens, and whatever He does not decree, does not happen.
(39. Those who convey the Message of Allah and fear Him, and fear none save Allah. And sufficient is Allah as a Reckoner.) (40. Muhammad is not the father of any of your men, but he is the Messenger of Allah and the last of the Prophets. And Allah is Ever All-Aware of everything.)
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How can a person be God and also be his own son ????؟؟؟؟ and also son of man ???????????????????
jesus is son of jesus
jesus is son of robert (for example)
if he is son of god --> so who is creator of jesus????
if he is son of man ---> so who is god ?
if he is god -----> so who is son of man ?
one moment thinking about it
for example yourself
you are father
you are son of yourself
you are son of man(another person)
good boy , god is able to make everything , even somethings who you can not image in your mind
god is creator "ADAM" , ADAM no father and no mother
Is it hard for him to create Jesus?؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟؟
jesus is god ? or so of god ?? or son of man ??? or messenger of of god ????
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FlyQuest was a team heralded as stronger than the sum of their parts. With a roster that was thought to be middle of the pack, they surpassed expectations in the 2019 LCS Spring Split. Now, FLY is struggling to find wins, losing both games last weekend as well as its first game in Week 4 and in search of closing out games.
Inven Global spoke with FlyQuest Head Coach Gabriel "Invert" Zoltan-Johan after their loss against Clutch Gaming about their priority on the Elise pick, problems with the team, Support Kim "Wadid" Bae-In joining the team and splitting scrim time Juan "JayJ" Guibert, and using Academy teams for practice.
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This game you guys chose Elise in the first part of the draft phase, and previously it was banned against you. What makes Elise so strong in the current meta?
Elise scales pretty well and has a lot of early pressure. She has a lot of good matchups into the other meta picks, such as Rek’Sai, and is actually an ok pick into Skarner. It's something that we’re comfortable playing, especially with Irelia because they pair well together.
Elise is generally strong into these picks and with a solo lane and our bot lane plan, which you saw we had CC in the bot lane and were able to generate a lead in that lane. The Elise did what it was supposed to do; it pushed out Skarner early, got us a jungle advantage and bot lane advantage.
I want to touch on the idea that FlyQuest was thought to be this team that was supposed to come into the Summer Split pretty solid. You guys didn’t change up anything too much as far as the roster. So, bluntly, why is the team not performing up to fan or analyst expectations in being a consistent team, which FlyQuest is known for?
As you can see, we hold it close with a lot of the teams we play against but then the end of the game doesn’t work out. For us, our system for the mid and late game is not as good as we want it to be obviously. We gave up a Mountain Drake today that we absolutely shouldn’t have and we gave up the control for that.
A lot of the system failure is due to a communication breakdown and right now. I don’t think we are listening to each other as well as we should. We aren’t understanding each player’s purpose on the map when we’re going for a particular plan. When you set a plan, normally each individual knows what they need to do to a tee, but for us that’s now quite there yet.
Making sure that we’re able to do that will then see us return to form, but we have to do that, or we won’t be the team we want to be, the team that fans want us to be and the team the league was expecting of us.
How was it integrating Wadid into the team? People were expecting him to start over JayJ when the news was announced about his addition to the roster. Is JayJ starting because he has more solid communication? Not in the aspect of speaking English, but that he’s just used to playing with the team.
Part of it is administrative and part splitting scrims. We did split scrims in the preseason to see how they work together and work with the rest of the team. They both are present for review with the rest of the team and they work very well together.
Wadid had to leave for a bit to get his visa, so he wasn’t fully present for a large portion of time, so in the interest of creating a strong starting roster and as well as letting JayJ improve with the challenge of Wadid behind him, we elected to start with JayJ through both actors of getting the visa process completed for Wadid and JayJ taking a large majority of scrim time and actually improving vis-à-vis the challenge of Wadid behind him.
We saw notable improvements from JayJ in scrims, but on stage, it hasn’t translated fully. With Wadid and JayJ we have this great duo that can challenge each other and we feel really comfortable with that situation.
Speaking of that aspect, there’s been some criticism of JayJ from the community. Do you think he’s feeling the pressure from Wadid and therefore performing a little bit more poorly given the extra pressure behind him?
I wouldn’t say that is specifically the case. I mentioned before that the pressure from Wadid has actually helped him improve. He shot up the solo queue ladder, he worked a bit more diligently with Jason "WildTurtle" Tran and on himself, readily used ProView, and reached out to other pro players.
Players talk about the meta and what’s going on, but Wadid was never one to do that. Now, he’s actively taken a step forward to do that, so in a lot of ways JayJ has opened up and kind of taken up the challenge. I don’t want to speak to the personal situation that he has, but just generally, the challenge of Wadid isn’t causing his underperformance. It’s actually helped him a lot and has helped our team advance to the next level of the team that we want to be.
One thing I’m curious on when it comes to pro teams is the whole theory of splitting scrim time. In one instance, you’re trying to find the best player and combination, but in another, they obviously both get less practice than a normal starter. Do you think that trade-off is well worth it, or do you think there are some downsides to splitting scrims?
We had the preseason, so that was a full month where we were able to split scrims without the pressure of a match every week. would say that, going into the week, it’s not like the other person isn’t doing anything. They’re still playing with the Academy team and are able to scrim in that environment and they’re able to lend a hand and contribute to the review.
On both accounts, it’s not like they both aren’t doing anything, but I do understand the concern that, if you’re splitting scrims, the LCS scrims aren’t as high quality as they could be, but I think we have four very capable players, outside from the supports, that can make the scrim quality stay at a high level.
There are other teams that split scrims, like TSM and Cloud9 that do them pretty consistently, so it’s not like it ruins your team quality, as you can see those two teams are really good *laughs*. I don’t think that’s a valid argument at all.
In that regard, you guys scrim your Academy team, as does every LCS team…
Some more than others, to be frank. Some teams might not scrim their Academy team at all in a given Split, so…
That’s...interesting. *laughs* Do you think there’s this inherent advantage that some teams get based upon the quality or high performance of their Academy team in comparison to other Academy teams? Do you believe some teams get more of an advantage through this system?
Sure! I think that’s well documented. You have TSMA or C9A, both are very high quality rosters. You see TSM performing very well by virtue of that system, compared to last season where TSMA weren’t in Academy playoffs. I think that type of situation can help both sides and your entire organization.
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Golden times for gold stocks?
Author: George CheveleyPortfolio Manager
Macro uncertainty should continue to support the gold price.
With gold companies in robust health, gold equities may be a useful driver of portfolio returns and diversification.
Investors are focusing increasingly on how gold companies are responding to sustainability concerns.
Q&A with George Cheveley on
Global Gold
Profitable and cash flow-positive, gold companies enter 2020 in great shape. George shares his outlook for gold and the businesses that trade in it.
Q Concerns about global growth have driven gold higher, but the price moves have not all been one way in 2019. Where next for gold?
Many of the reasons gold gained are still present. There is a great deal of economic uncertainty, and even if the US and China reach some kind of a trade agreement, I doubt it will be a final resolution. So concern about global growth is likely to persist, which will support gold.
The gold market’s pause in September, when investors started to feel more positive about the economic outlook, was interesting. It’s typical for the market to stabilise after the kind of rapid rise we saw in the summer. But the gold price didn’t fall by as much as one might expect, holding up at around US$1,500 per ounce (oz).
Q If global growth slows further, how would you expect gold to perform?
Past periods of slower growth, especially when accompanied by falling equity markets, have generally been positive for gold. They have also often been positive for gold equities, which tend to follow the gold price. Gold and gold stocks are seen as a ‘haven’ when people are worried about the world economy, and so they are not correlated to equity or bond markets. That makes them useful diversifiers.
Q How might positive economic data or progress in the US-China trade dispute affect gold?
I wouldn’t expect the gold price to collapse because the bigger-picture worries will continue to support it. Gold equities are particularly interesting, because I think they represent good value. Gold companies are very different to how they were in 2011-2012. Back then, they were making terrible capital-allocation decisions and carrying enormous debts. They were clearly on borrowed time. Now, in contrast, gold companies are profitable and generating cash that they are starting to return to shareholders. Even if gold prices stay flat next year, I expect gold companies to continue to perform well.
Q So you think gold businesses have learned their lesson?
Never say ‘never’, but they have certainly realised they cannot do what they were doing 10 years ago. Gold companies are acting much more responsibly. They are not growing too fast, they haven’t ramped up gold supply excessively, and they are focusing on generating cash flows and looking to return some of that to shareholders.
Q What are the risks for gold investors?
Resolution of the trade war and a genuine economic recovery — perhaps due to Chinese stimulus — would reduce uncertainty and likely lead to gold prices coming back down, at least initially. Of course, at that point other parts of investors’ portfolios should be doing well, highlighting that gold is a useful diversifier.
For gold equities, other than the obvious risk of a falling gold price, investors need to be wary of currency moves. The strong US dollar has been great for miners in Australia, Canada, South America and elsewhere, because relatively weak local currencies have helped keep costs down. That has increased profits. If the US dollar weakens, gold prices might rise. But investors will need to keep a close eye on miners’ margins, because their costs could increase sharply.
Q How is the gold strategy positioned heading into 2020?
The portfolio is tilted very much towards gold and silver equities, though we also invest in physical metals via exchange-traded funds. We have also reduced the number of holdings to focus on companies that are achieving some growth, generating good levels of cash, and looking to return cash to shareholders.
Another thing we’re watching closely is how gold companies are responding to investors’ increased focus on ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues, in terms of how companies are run and also in how they report climate-change and other sustainability-related risks.
Q Why is ESG particularly relevant for gold investors?
Gold companies have had to address sustainability concerns for a long time. But with investors increasingly focused on ESG considerations, particularly relating to climate change, we are starting to see their responses to these issues separating companies out. Those that are responding well are outperforming. It is not often that every company is faced with the same challenge at the same time. As an active manager, it has been really interesting to see which companies have responded best.
Q Is addressing sustainability causing costs to rise?
There are obviously cost implications. But if you are reducing emissions — be that water, carbon or anything else — there can be a cost benefit too. Companies are not only conserving energy, but looking to source energy from renewables. For example, some companies are installing solar plants at their mines, which often reduces costs over time. So for many companies, addressing ESG is improving the way they are run and helping them find cost savings. We are starting to see that reflected in performance.
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George Cheveley Portfolio Manager
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Old Mutual appoints Deloitte as joint auditor in a blow to KPMG
Companies / 12 July 2018, 1:20pm / Reuters
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JOHANNESBURG - South African insurer Old Mutual has appointed Deloitte as joint auditor alongside scandal-hit KPMG, it said on Thursday, an unusual move reflecting what it said were unresolved challenges related to its sole auditor for nearly two decades.
KPMG’s South African unit is battling to restore its reputation after becoming entangled in a corruption scandal involving the Gupta family, who have been accused of using their links with former president Jacob Zuma to amass wealth.
The Guptas and Zuma have denied any wrongdoing.
“Old Mutual has been continuously engaging with KPMG International and KPMG South Africa on concerns regarding the ongoing challenges raised in their South Africa business,” Old Mutual said. “Until these challenges are resolved, Old Mutual believes it is prudent to appoint a joint auditor.”
KPMG has been losing clients over the last year after its own inquiry found flaws in work it did for the Guptas and the national tax agency.
Its woes deepened in April after failing to spot a crippling hole in smaller lender VBS Mutual Bank, a collapsed bank in which it was also revealed two of KPMG auditors had undisclosed loans.
Last month, KPMG unveiled plans to cut 400 staff and close small regional offices in response to a reduced number clients.
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Campus Life iPads iPad Distribution Nights: The Beginning of a One to One Experience at...
iPad Distribution Nights: The Beginning of a One to One Experience at Jesuit
Cameron Kerl '13
Students and their parents filled the Terry Center on August 14, 15, 16 and 21 for the inaugural iPad distribution nights at Jesuit.
Mr. Couvillon’s Herculean Strength!
While students did receive their new iPad 2s (16 GB, black) at the event, Mr. Knize, Assistant Principal of Student Affairs, and Mrs. Williams, Jesuit’s Head Educational Technologist, first gave presentations regarding the academic, social and security features and values of iPads at Jesuit College Preparatory.
Mr. Knize was sure to remind both students and parents about the connection between Jesuit and social networks like Facebook and Twitter.
“I use Twitter, but you have to remember that you are representing Jesuit all the time while using social networks.”
Mr. Knize also added that social networks are no longer private. It is certainly true that colleges and employers alike are increasingly investigating their potential applicants’ social network feeds; however, even those who are not employers (i.e. friends or even people whom one may not know) have access to much of your social network.
Additionally, Mr. Knize noted that Jesuit’s mission remains no different, and expressed hope that the outside perception of Jesuit would not change because of the iPads.
“We are not Jesuit iPad Academy. If you look out front by Inwood, you see a blue cross. If you look at the football stadium, you see a blue glowing cross. You don’t see a big glowing iPad.”
Mrs. Williams, on the other hand, detailed much of the academic and technological aspects of the iPads.
In her presentation, Mrs. Williams spoke about a variety of important topics for the school year including responsibilities, storage management, textbooks, iPad homework for Vos Parates (or Freshmen Orientation for the Class of 2016) and more.
“Since these iPads only have 16GB of storage, students need to put what is academically pertinent first. This may mean that you will have to delete a game, video or other media if space is needed for academic materials,” Williams said.
Students received their iPad 2s shortly after both Williams’ and Knize’s presentations. Posters directed individuals to an assigned room where teachers, with the aid of Jesuit work-grant students, distributed a bundle that included an iPad, a Griffin Survivor Case (Link to the product), an iPad USB Cable, a 10W Apple USB Charger and the 2012 Yearbook (freshmen did not receive a yearbook).
The distribution process went smoothly and most parents and students were able to leave within half an hour.
One parent expressed that the implementation of iPads was “a good preparation that is much more sophisticated than I realized.” The same parent believed that “the teachers have done a lot of preparation for a year, and they will be ready – it certainly came out in the meeting. I came in neutral, and now I am impressed.”
Mrs. Ward, mother of Tyler Ward ’13, also gave her insights. While seemingly confident on the iPad situation, she was somewhat leary about how math teachers would use iPads in the classroom.
“I am a little nervous about how they’re going to run the math thing because his class (AP BC Calculus) doesn’t have a textbook, and I don’t know if they are getting a digital textbook.” But more importantly, Mrs. Ward worries that text may not “position on the digital page correctly.”
Mrs. Ward did offer one last opinion about the usage of iPads in education: “It’s good because it has really made me think. At first, I thought [Jesuit] was just doing it for the technology standpoint, but I think that [Jesuit] is really trying to figure out how to incorporate this into your life.”
One parent in particular based her confidence in the iPad experience at Jesuit on her personal experiences. “I read books on an iPad and see the value in it. I use iTunes University. So for me, it is a great way to learn.”
Another parent communicated that “it is a positive thing that Jesuit is stepping into the new technology realm.” Positive thoughts aside, he also envisioned a “learning curve” regarding responsibility in the use of the iPad, but “the kids are going to have to learn that responsibility.”
In a similar fashion, one mother believes that the kids will “have to learn how to use technology if they want to be in the real world.”
The overall consensus was unanimous. Nearly all expressed strong confidence with some sprinkled hesitation.
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Rob Rang's Eight Safest Prospects
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seanmac31
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/story/11642682
While the on-field activity between the pro day season and the NFL Draft crawls to a near standstill, the media and public interest in the prospects only intensifies.
With little workout news to report, rampant speculation regarding failed drug tests, poor practice habits and the inability to play different positions (or in different schemes) occupies too many headlines. It's enough to leave one with the impression that next week's draft lacks any talented, hard-working prospects at all.
Brandon Pettigrew didn't impress in workouts, but his soft hands might make a safe choice. (Getty Images)
• Complete NFL Draft coverage | Reuter: Risky picks
Call me a hopeless optimist, but I believe the reality to be considerably less gloomy than some of my peers. Some of the boom-or-bust prospects in this draft will be, after all, booms.
There are no "sure things" in the inexact science of the NFL Draft. But those less willing to gamble on draft day will keep a close eye on the following eight players who were characterized to me as the "safest" by a menagerie of scouts and front office personnel.
Aaron Curry, OLB, Wake Forest: Though I've listed the safest players alphabetically, it is fitting that Curry tops the list. The Butkus Award winner is characterized by many, including NFLDraftScout.com, as this year's safest pick and the top-rated player overall. His statistics (332 tackles, 45.5 tackles for loss, three interceptions returned for scores) are eye-popping, and his performance at the combine, where he led all linebackers in four of the six categories he tested in, is a testament to his athleticism. In the words of one NFL general manager, Curry is also "off the charts" in terms of his intangibles. A team captain and four-year starter who signed with Wake Forest as a relatively unheralded prep talent, Curry has the work ethic and desire to be great.
Tyson Jackson, DE, LSU: At 6-feet-4 and 295 pounds, Jackson is not the traditional pass-rushing threat teams are looking for at defensive end, but don't expect that to keep him from ultimately being the first defensive lineman drafted. Jackson is one of the few defensive linemen of the 2009 class to have the size and strength necessary to play outside in the 3-4 scheme and could even be moved inside to defensive tackle in the 4-3 alignment. The position versatility and Jackson's three steady years as a starter for the Tigers make him, in one scouting director's estimation, "probably the safest defensive lineman of this draft."
Malcolm Jenkins, CB, Ohio State: So let me get this straight. Jenkins returns for his senior year after the NFL Advisory Committee tells him he'd be an easy first-round choice and quite possibly the first cornerback selected last year. He wins the Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back. And then, because he is timed at 4.51 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the scouting combine, now he can't stay at corner in the NFL? Every year there are players who take a tumble down draft boards due to how fast they run or high they jump in shorts and a T-shirt. On the field, however, Jenkins is able to get by with his less than jaw-dropping speed because he plays a physical, instinctive brand of football. Scouts put extra emphasis on how the top prospects perform in the big games, and a scout who attended the Ohio State-Southern California clash last September characterized Jenkins to me as "the best player on the field." Considering the talent on those two rosters, that's saying something.
James Laurinaitis, ILB, Ohio State: Ironically, I list Laurinaitis here despite being less impressed with him than most. He is not the explosive hitter and consistent playmaker many teams prefer at middle linebacker. I'm also not convinced that he has the straight-line speed and agility to excel on the outside. However, I have no reservations that Laurinaitis will at least be a quality starter in the NFL. There isn't a more instinctive, reliable open-field tackler in this draft than Laurinaitis. As the general manager told me, "He doesn't fit every scheme like some of the other guys this year, but you know what you're getting with him." (Laurinaitis) is a smart guy that you can throw the playbook at and know that he's going to be prepared from Game 1."
Alex Mack, C, California: Savvy talent evaluators will tell you that for all of the attention being heaped upon this year's talented offensive tackle class, a trio of centers is actually viewed as the significantly safer group. Oregon's Max Unger or Louisville's Eric Wood could just as easily been identified here. However, Mack is considered by many to be the headliner of the group, and it isn't difficult to understand why. Unlike most conferences, the Pac-10 allows its players to vote for some awards, including the Morris Trophy, given to the conference's top blocker. After each of the past two seasons Pac-10 defensive linemen honored Mack with the award. Only two others have been repeat winners (USC's Roy Foster and Washington's Lincoln Kennedy). Proving that he has brains as well as brawn, Mack also won the 2008 Draddy Award, considered the "Academic Heisman" and carrying a $25,000 post-graduate scholarship. The scouting director said of Mack, "if he's drafted as high as we think he might, he won't need [the Draddy money]."
Knowshon Moreno, RB, Georgia: I can't tell you how difficult it is to project Bulldogs quarterback Matthew Stafford as the first pick of the 2009 draft, when so often it was the player he handed the ball off to who was the more impressive player. Moreno, like Jenkins, simply lacks elite speed (4.50 in 40 yards at the combine). However, his lateral agility, quick acceleration and the fiery determination with which he plays the game make him one of this year's surest bets. If the indications I'm getting from NFL teams are correct, Moreno is going to slip out of the top 15 picks. However, I believe he ranks as safe a pick as any player in this draft, including Curry. Said an NFL general manager: "The Ohio State kid [Chris "Beanie" Wells] has the tools, but give me Moreno. He's the best back in this draft."
Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State: With the NFL becoming enamored with pass-catching specialists at the position, a traditional tight end like Pettigrew might fall surprisingly far on draft day. Sure, like some of the other top players on this list Pettigrew was disappointingly slow in workouts (4.80 in 40 yards at the combine). I can also sympathize with the general manager who will have to explain to his team's fan base why he invested a first-round pick on a tight end who didn't catch a single touchdown pass his senior season. But considering Pettigrew's soft hands, savvy route running, experience (45 career starts) and, of course, powerful blocking, he rates as arguably the safest pass catcher of the 2009 draft. As for his arrest for public intoxication and battery of a police officer on Jan. 20 last year, a personnel director had this to say: "We looked into it and don't believe it is a true reflection of how the guy is. They [Oklahoma State staff] raved about him [Pettigrew] to our scouts."
Brian Robiskie, WR, Ohio State: If there is a safer pass catcher in the 2009 draft than Pettigrew, it is Robiskie. The son of longtime NFL coach Terry Robiskie (currently Atlanta's wide receiver coach), Brian has been training to be an NFL pass catcher since he could tie his shoes. With the Buckeyes shifting their focus to multi-talented quarterback Terrelle Pryor, Robiskie's senior season wasn't as statistically eye-popping as others, but his career production is nonetheless impressive (127 catches for 1,866 yards and 24 touchdowns). The 6-3, 209-pounder has enough speed to challenge over the top and understands how to create separation from cornerbacks due to his shiftiness, strength and precise routes. And as a scouting director told me as we watched Robiskie at the Senior Bowl practices: "I haven't seen him let a pass into his pads yet. He just snatches everything."
Slikmojet
All Pro
[QUOTE=seanmac31;3091131]http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/story/11642682
"Brian Robiskie, WR, Ohio State: If there is a safer pass catcher in the 2009 draft than Pettigrew, it is Robiskie. The son of longtime NFL coach Terry Robiskie (currently Atlanta's wide receiver coach), Brian has been training to be an NFL pass catcher since he could tie his shoes. With the Buckeyes shifting their focus to multi-talented quarterback Terrelle Pryor, Robiskie's senior season wasn't as statistically eye-popping as others, but his career production is nonetheless impressive (127 catches for 1,866 yards and 24 touchdowns). The 6-3, 209-pounder has enough speed to challenge over the top and understands how to create separation from cornerbacks due to his shiftiness, strength and precise routes. And as a scouting director told me as we watched Robiskie at the Senior Bowl practices: "I haven't seen him let a pass into his pads yet. He just snatches everything."
Man the more I think about it, the more I want this guy to fall to us in the second round. Either that or trade down and grab him late in the first and laugh all the way to the bank, he is ready to start from day one.
JOHNNY JOHNSON
All League
[QUOTE=Slikmojet;3091159]
Originally Posted by seanmac31
DE94Abraham
Id also add
Clint Sintim - Not super fast but what you see is what you get, and i think he can be a productive NFL LB.
Ziggy Hood - Once again, not incredible upside but i think a solid long career is in store for him.
hendu24
The only one i disagree with is Lauranitis, guy has Bust written all over him. He looked terrible when they played against stiff competition.
Wallace Wright
I'd add:
Clint Sintim. Very safe, but he also has a fairly high ceiling. Sintim can rush the passer well and stop the run effectively. I think he'll be a solid OLB from Day 1 and maybe a Pro-Bowler if it all comes together. I'd love to see us move up in the 2nd to take him.
Patrick Chung. Safest Safety (ha) in this draft. Chung is a leader with all the skills, experience, smarts, and college production necessary to succeed. He's a steal in the 2nd round IMO, this kid will be a big time Pro Bowl Safety.
HessStation
1) Eugene Monroe
2) Jason Smith
3) Aaron Curry
4) Alex Mack
5) Ebin Britton
6) Brandon Pettigrew
7) Michael Crabtree
8) Darius Butler
9) Shonn Greene
10) Clint Sintim
JetTerp
Undrafted Free Agent
Cranford NJ via Merrick LI
Originally Posted by Green Jets & Ham
The Hammers recent JI mock draft ....
http://www.jetsinsider.com/news.php?storyid=2529
Ham i said it there and I will reiterate it here.....+1! I would be thrilled with Moreno at 17!
http://www.nfl.com/videos?videoId=09000d5d80fd63bb
Robiskie is exactly what we need at WR...
bitonti
JetsInsider.com Legend
it wouldn't surprise me if all of those names were highly featured on the Jets draft board
hey Slik your boy Petti is on the list!
I really want Moreno. My gut tells me they aren't going RB early though.
section137
How did Rob Rang's 2008 list pan out???
Originally Posted by section137
Not sure how Rang did last year, but his three year avg is not too good. I think they have him 17th behind Matt Pitzer.
http://www.thehuddlereport.com/Free/...rankings.shtml
eaglenj
[QUOTE=Copenhagen;3092322]
Originally Posted by Slikmojet
Couldnt agree more....love this kid. Exactly the type of football player that you want on your team.
If we could manage to move back, and get Brace and Robieskie with our 2 second round picks, I would be thrilled...
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Let’s push back start of DST
Who better to size up the annual moaning over Sunday’s return of daylight saving time than pop culture’s favorite spo...
Let’s push back start of DST Who better to size up the annual moaning over Sunday’s return of daylight saving time than pop culture’s favorite spo... Check out this story on IndyStar.com: http://indy.st/1iBMNFo
Dave Bangert, dbangert@jconline.com Published 5:55 p.m. ET March 12, 2014
10/25/06 --- Tjalling Velazquez (CQ!!),right, along with his sister Yaleeza (cq), Adam Hall, and Grace Bush,left, cross the dark street to get on their Franklin Township School bus at 6:30 am to go to school. (Matt Kryger / The Star) with DST story, File #134188(Photo: Matt Kryger)Buy Photo
Who better to size up the annual moaning over Sunday’s return of daylight saving time than pop culture’s favorite spokesman for hard science, Neil deGrasse Tyson?
“What would aliens say,” Tyson wrote on his Twitter feed on Sunday, “if told that Earthlings shift clocks by an hour to fool themselves into thinking there’s more sunlight?”
What would they say?
Maybe they’d get that the daylight available in 24 hours is something we’re compelled to manage and maximize. It’s not a matter of more sunlight. It’s a matter of when.
So our time — this week, at least — has been spent cursing the dark. It just depends on which side of the day the curses originate, with the arguments between morning and evening joggers breaking down into something akin to a classic “tastes great/less filling” ad for Miller Lite.
But maybe the aliens would ask: Are you managing that time the right way?
The predawn scene at Monday’s bus stop and the commute to school suggest there’s room to fine-tune the concept, again.
The Lafayette sunrise was 8:08 a.m. on Monday, the first weekday in this year’s edition of daylight saving time.
That’s comparable to the sunrises on the darkest times on either side of Christmas break (8:06 a.m. on Dec. 20, and 8:11 a.m. on Jan. 6).
In other words, that’s a dark walk to school.
The difference? Both of those dates came with the benefit of the gradual adjustment to the morning lighting. Monday was a reminder of what an hour of daylight early in the day means as crossing guards eased into still-black intersections.
Because Indiana was so late to the daylight-saving time game, finally joining in 2006, Hoosiers tend to grouse twice a year as if the time change issue is their own. That includes a niche nostalgia for “God’s time” — when Indiana followed the sun instead of the rest of the country, never resetting clocks. It’s enough to leave newcomers sighing a collective, “Huh?”
But this is less about Indiana or about straddling a natural break between Eastern and Central time zones as it is about just how long DST is in play each year.
In 2007, as a result of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the start of daylight-saving time bumped from the first Sunday in April to the second Sunday in March. In the fall, DST was extended a week, from the last Sunday in October to the first Sunday in November. (Until the mid-’80s, DST didn’t start until the last Sunday in April.)
The argument was that shifting clocks to give more sunlight hours in the evening would conserve energy. Has that happened? Depends on who fields the question — which is a good way to say that it’s likely a wash.
It certainly opened up this Sunday evening, given the warmer temperatures and glorious sunset, for so many people itching to get outside. (Though, I imagine Tyson would be the first to tell you that the sun and atmosphere weren’t paying a lick of attention to the clock when those brilliant reds, golds and maroons splashed across the western horizon.)
Not in dispute is how the earlier time change turns the switch on the start of school days.
Under pre-2007 daylight saving time rules, the first Monday would have brought a sunrise of 7:22 a.m. That’s an extra 46 minutes of daylight on the way to school, when compared to this Monday.
Those four weeks took the edge off the annual adjustment to the shift from morning to evening light, offering some dawn’s light to temper any lingering grogginess from losing an hour of sleep in the process of springing forward on Sunday morning.
Earlier this year, advocates for moving Indiana to the Central time zone lobbied the State Board of Education to join the cause. That sent eyes rolling among the media and in other circles: Haven’t we settled questions about time in Indiana?
Yes, we have. At least, we should have, by now.
Making Indiana a Central Time Zone state would come with its own problems. (Anyone excited for 4:21 p.m. sunsets in December?) But the point they were making — in the case of the State Board of Education, when it comes to getting to school safely — could be solved by returning DST to pre-2007 start and end dates.
Do we really need that extra hour of light in the evening while we’re still waiting for spring? Or, as Tyson suggests, are we just fooling ourselves?
It’s time to manage the clock a bit better and reel in DST — before a predawn school bus crash or a kid hit in a dark crosswalk forces the situation.
Bangert is a columnist with the Lafayette Journal & Courier. Contact him at dbangert@jconline.com. Follow on Twitter: @davebangert.
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Mal/Inara parting post-Serenity, but things are never easy between them, are they?
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Different.
The word spun through his mind as they glided through the cosmos. Everything felt different; Serenity felt different.
True, she needed quite a rebuild after her crash landing at Mr. Universe’s front door, but her parts were largely unchanged. (Not too many spare parts left for Firefly Class ships these days, but they’d made it work.) She was still flyin’, which was more than he’d expected a month earlier, but still it wasn’t the same.
He considered himself in tune with his ship as any good captain should be. Maybe he didn’t speak Serenity’s mechanical language quite as well as Kaylee, but his feelings didn’t originate only in the engine room. They poured from every surface; every nut, every bolt. Serenity felt different.
Malcolm Reynolds felt different.
Maybe that was it. The ship—she remained the same, but her captain had not. Things happened. On Haven. On Miranda. In that underground transponder room with The Operative. And everywhere in between. They were down two members of their crew—three, by day’s end—and things were just…different.
Traversing the raised walkways of the cargo bay, Mal momentarily wondered whether Serenity knew she had a new pilot at the helm; if she felt Wash’s absence as much as the rest of them. River was a decent pilot—especially for one without any formal training. Then again, with the smarts that girl had formal schooling seemed almost a moot point. She would get better over time, he was sure of that (and, in truth, he’d have to mandate it; Serenity couldn’t handle too many more of those hard landings) but it would never be the same.
He paused momentarily at the stairs leading into the transport shuttle; Inara’s former home. The rest of the crew had disembarked the ship almost immediately after it had landed and he was glad for that. Kaylee and Simon went in search of mechanical supplies; River had tagged along. Zoe and Jayne were off putting out feelers for work, though they very much doubted there would be any on this planet; this close to civilization they were bound to still be reeling from Alliance fallout.
Mal’s designated task that day was to fly Inara back to the training house, unload her forgotten trunk, and return to the ship alone—a trip he was very much not looking forward to taking. Saying goodbye to Inara the first time had been hard enough. After everything that had happened, he feared a second would be unbearable, but what choice did he have?
Sucking in a deep breath, he jogged up the steps into the shuttle and found her crouched on the floor in front of her trunk, her delicate fingers skimming over the colorful silken fabrics within. Clearing his throat to rid the feelings threatening to crack his voice he asked, “Ready?”
She rose steadily to a standing position before turning to face him. He could read nothing from her expression; her face remained in its placid state; the one drilled into her during her years of Companion training. “I suppose.”
Mal’s eyebrows rose slightly at her uncertain sounding response. Though she’d initially expressed doubt about returning to the training house this soon, when he’d informed her of their destination planet, she spoke no protest. Considering this a minute he told her, “Well, you don’t have to go now. I mean, I ain’t kickin’ you out or nothin’. Thing is—don’t know when we’ll be back ’round these parts.”
She let out a small puff of air and flashed a half smile. “Right. I don’t want to be in your way.”
“Don’t make no difference to me ’slong as you stay in the shuttle.” He’d meant the words to sound light, but as usual his attempt at humor fell flat and instead they sounded perturbed. Realizing he was merely making things worse, he took two steps towards the shuttle’s cockpit. His trajectory was halted by a disapproving tongue-click from the female in the room. He glanced over at her.
“Really Mal?” she asked, defeated. “You’re going to make the same mistake twice?”
His brow furrowed as he looked at her, unsure what she meant to imply.
Folding her arms over her chest, Inara shifted her weight to one hip. Why was it that men were always so stupid? They needed a handwritten invitation for everything, didn’t they? “If you want me to stay, Mal, why don’t you just ask?”
Oh. That was her meaning. Well, the thing of it was: it wasn’t that simple.
Did he want her to stay? Of course. For a long list of reasons. First and foremost of which he’d lost enough of his crew already. Life was beginning to feel like the war all over again. Who would be gone this day? What about the next? He wanted them to get back to normal—or as close to it as they could get—and Inara staying aboard Serenity would certainly aid in that trajectory, but it was more than that.
He missed her every single day she’d been gone from his life, his ship. An aching, a clawing in his gut—he felt it every moment his mind was left to wander. He’d sit in his bunk and watch that ridiculous recording Kaylee made over and over just so he wouldn’t forget the light in her smile or the way her curls bounced around her shoulders when she turned her head.
The notion was ridiculous—preposterous. The two of them together. They fought continuously. They had different viewpoints on almost everything. Yet, what was that thing Kaylee always said? The heart wants what the heart wants. Truth be told, he wasn’t sure he had enough heart left for it to want anything.
As he’d spent more than several moments staring at her blankly stuck in his own contemplation, Inara viewed his silence as cowardice. She shook her head disapprovingly at him before moving towards the cockpit, but as she passed him she felt a hand close around her bicep. She looked down at the hand, weathered but still feeling warm against her bare flesh, and then back up at the man it was attached to. His gaze was turned away from her, but she knew that meant he was breaking just a little bit.
He swallowed hard and wet his lips with his tongue before saying gently. ”You ever think maybe the reason I ain’t asked is I ain’t sure what your answer might be?”
Inara’s jaw fell open a little bit. He wasn’t sure? He wasn’t sure!? How could he not be sure? After everything they’d been through together… “How can you-”
“No.” He cut her off, finally meeting her gaze. “Not like that. I don’t want you to return as a companion.”
Inara’s lips pressed together and she turned her body so she faced him at a better angle. Intrigued, she waited for him to continue.
Mal removed his hand from her arm and looped his thumbs into the belt of his gun holster. “If I ask you to stay, Inara, it’ll be as one of the crew. You ride with us, you work with us. Kaylee told me you weren’t too shy with a bow back there when it came down to it. That could be of some use.”
“So that’s what you want? Another gunman?” The words shot from her mouth before she’d even thought. Her chest heaved as she stared him down. Unbelievable! He was unbelievable! If he only—oh. He looked away from her, his eyes filled with that hollowness she knew all too well. The one that made her want to wrap her arms around him and never let go.
“That’s not the only reason.”
With a gentle smile on her face, she took a half step towards him so all she had to do was whisper. “So ask me.”
His heart now thudding well above regular pace within his chest, Mal met her gaze. He stared into her big, loving eyes for several moments before asking her, “Why did you leave?”
She tilted her head to the side. Of course—of course he was deflecting, but she should have expected it; that was the man he was and her heart had chosen this man for every piece of him: dented, shattered, and rusted as many of them were. She could barely think about the moment; the one that made the decision for her. It ate at her when she lay alone in her bed at night, but now, finally, she had the opportunity to do something about it.
Inara lifted her right hand and pressed the pads of her fingers against Mal’s jaw. “Because,” she told him, “I couldn’t face seeing you with another woman ever again.”
Mal felt it—the tether snap. That was the moment, the confirmation that she wanted him as just as much as he wanted her and, damn, it had been long enough, hadn’t it? His body reacted before his mind had a chance to catch up and his lips were on hers in an instant. These were not the subtle sweet first kisses of tentative new lovers, but the frantic feverous ones of unrequited love and forbidden desires.
When, after a minute, they took a breath, staring at each other with heavy-lidded eyes, Mal cradled Inara’s jaw with his hands. “Stay here. With me.” It was a request, not a demand, and he held his breath waiting for her response.
She smiled, slow and wide. “You’re not even going to say please?”
He laughed and then kissed her, but that’s where all humor dissipated and desire overtook them both. Hands roamed, lips parted, and passion took over. It was only when Mal began groping for the zipper on her dress that she stopped them. “No,” she said, breathily as she shook her head. “Not in here.”
Mal gazed down at her and nodded with understanding. If they were to start a new life, a different life, it couldn’t be in the shuttle, the place where she’d bedded many other men.
How they made it to the bridge, he never knew. With Inara’s lips on his throat he’d practically forgotten the layout of his own ship, but she’d guided them on their way. Finally they reached the hatch leading to his bunk where Mal faced his next challenge: remembering how to climb a ladder. He managed easily enough and then waited at the bottom for her to climb down. Before her feet reached the bottom rung, he plucked her from the ladder and giggled right along with her as he tossed her onto his bed.
There, he gazed down at her. Black hair a bit less perfect than usual, red lips plumped from their kissing, and sultry eyes beckoning him forward. Desire pulsed from every cell in his being; he was intoxicated with her and he knew in that instant that she would be well worth the wait.
“You’re going to be ok with this, right?” Mal asked later after they’d made love and fallen asleep only to wake and explore each other’s bodies once more.
She grumbled and lifted her head from his chest to look at him. “Hmm?”
“You’re okay with being one of the crew? Being,” he skimmed his hand down her back and squeezed her ass as he spoke, “under me.”
“If I recall correctly, you were just under me, Captain.”
He laughed deeply at the memory then straightened his expression. “You know to what I’m referring.”
She nodded and pushed herself up into a sitting position. Truthfully, she’d been ready to give up the Companion life for quite some time; that was why she took the position at the training house. Helping young girls she didn’t mind so much; it was the clients she needed a break from. Her life would be different as part of the crew of Serenity; that was for sure, but she was more than willing to accept the challenge.
“Yes, Mal. Serenity is my home…and now so are you,” she added a bit quieter.
Mal sat up, kissed her, and then slid from bed. “The others will be back soon. Do you have belongings to retrieve from the training house?”
She nodded and reached out for the undergarments he passed her. “Yes; I’ll take the shuttle and get them myself. I…” She paused momentarily and watched him fasten his pants with a slight pang of disappointment. “What are we going to tell the others?”
His response was quick and simple. Captain Reynolds had returned.
“Nothing.” He repeated his statement despite her warning.
She stood from the bed and scooped her dress off the floor. “What do you mean nothing?”
“I mean what I mean. This ain’t nobody’s business but ours.”
She shook her head at him. “But they’re our family.”
“They’re my crew.” He countered, pulling up one suspender at a time. He’d placed one foot on the ladder leading to the bridge when she stopped him.
“How can you be that way? After everything we’ve been through?” She challenged. If any group was family; it was theirs. No questions.
Seeing her frustration and distress, Mal softened his tone. “Look, I’m not sayin’ we’ll never tell them. We just…there don’t gotta be a formal announcement ’sall.”
Inara nodded, conceding to this. Mal was a very close-to-the-vest person and she respected that; she did. Still… “I understand that, but it’s a small ship. They’re going to figure it out.”
“So let ’em,” was his final comment on the issue before disappearing up the ladder.
Mal spent the next hour on the bridge, alone with his thoughts. He sat in the pilot’s chair, his eyes drifting over Serenity’s many instruments before gazing out through the windows and up into the sky. Despite having a Shepherd on board for many months, Mal felt no more interest in God that he had before. Still, he couldn’t stop himself from sending a silent thank you into the cosmos for Inara choosing to stay with them. For her being brave enough to fight for them when he wasn’t convinced he would have been.
Inara.
The prior few hours had certainly brought interesting developments on that front, hadn’t they? He always knew she was a beautiful, sexy, strong, independent woman; being with her only confirmed that. And now that they were… well, what were they?
He intended for them to be together and thought she felt the same, but they certainly hadn’t spelled anything out. She was leaving the companion life behind—for him—and while that brought him great joy, it also came with no small amount of trepidation. The last time he was in a relationship with a woman had been before the war. He was different back then. He wasn’t sure he knew how to be in a relationship with anyone; not anymore. Not with the way they lived. Then again, he was more than positive Inara would let him know the second he did anything wrong.
Sounds of chatter and laughter pulled Mal from his thoughts. He walked into the kitchen to find his crew had returned, save Inara. Momentarily he wonder if she’d run into any trouble at the training house, but he shook the thought off; she would have sent a wave if that was the case.
“Any luck?” he asked Zoe and Jayne.
Jayne scoffed. “Whole lotta nothin’.”
“Sorry, Sir,” Zoe added.
Mal shook his head. “’sall right. Wasn’t expecting much.”
“Are we leaving then, Cap’n?” Kaylee asked from her seat beside Simon. Their fingers were linked together and resting on the tabletop. For some reason, this outward display of affection bothered Mal less than it had the day before.
“Soon enough. We’re waiting for one more.”
The crew exchanged glances and River counted the number of people in the room. When they both arrived at the same perplexing conclusion Zoe asked, “Sir?”
“Well as you may have noticed our crew’s become a mite smaller these past few weeks; thought we could do with an addition,” he explained simply.
“Who?” Kaylee questioned.
“I don’t know if I’d call myself an addition…more like a return.” Inara spoke as she stepped into the kitchen and walked up beside Mal. The two of them exchanged a look before Inara was knocked off balance by Kaylee’s powerful hug.
“Are you really staying? Really really?” she asked.
Inara laughed and gave her a squeeze. “Yes, but-”
“Inara will be joining the crew.” Mal finished for her.
Again the group exchanged glances. Sensing their confusion, Inara clarified. “I won’t be a companion; just a member of the crew.”
“Not a companion anymore?” Kaylee asked. “Ever?” Inara shook her head in response.
“Right, so let’s all keep that in mind. River, why don’t-”
“Hold on,” Inara interrupted. Mal glanced at her. “Is that all?”
“That’s all I’ve got to say on the matter,” he told her simply. He knew what she was implying, but they’d already had this discussion and he made his decision. “River-”
Once again he was cut off by Inara. This time, with an extremely irritated “Honestly!” as she folded her arms over her chest.
Mal stomped his foot on the ground and looked over at her, exhausted. “Why are you mad at me now?”
“You know why.”
“We had this discussion.”
“No, you decided—I didn’t agree!”
He threw his hands up in frustration. “This is how it’s gonna be now ain’t it?” He proclaimed before letting out a string of Chinese curses.
While River laughed, Kaylee sunk back down into her seat beside a very confused Simon. “Am I…missing something?” Simon asked her quietly.
“I think so,” she responded dumbly, “But I’m not sure I believe it.” Turning to Zoe for confirmation, Kaylee asked, “Did they?”
“Oh I believe they did.” Zoe confirmed with a tone of amazement.
“Huh.” Kaylee laughed, sitting back in her chair and gazing across the room where the new couple was now arguing at progressively louder decibels.
“I’m sorry, I still don’t understand what’s going on.” Simon chimed in.
Kaylee smiled at her boyfriend. “They’re a couple now.”
Simon’s jaw dropped. He looked at Inara and Mal, back at Kaylee, then repeated the process twice more. “No…”
“’fraid so,” Kaylee laughed.
“Damn it.” Jayne grunted. “This is what it’s going to be like now ain’t it? ’cept now after they argue we’re gonna have to listen to ’em screw each other’s brains out.”
“Pretty much,” Kaylee said with a smile. Then, she leaned her head against Simon’s shoulder as the five of them watched the show. “Welcome to the new normal.”
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UFO Hunter Spots ‘Huge Alien Cities’ With Bright Lights On NASA’s Magellan Maps Of The Surface Of Planet Venus [Video]
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A UFO hunter claims bizarrely to have spotted sprawling urban complexes with dazzling lights in old images of the surface of Venus — the second rocky or terrestrial planet from the Sun — published recently for the first time by NASA. According to the YouTube UFO hunter Mundo Desconocido, detailed images captured by NASA’s Magellan spacecraft show artificial alien structures — that is, buildings — dotting the Venusian surface.
The Magellan spacecraft, a robotic space probe weighting about 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lbs), was launched to Venus from Earth on May 4, 1989. It entered near-polar elliptical orbit around Venus on August 10, 1990. NASA lost contact with the spacecraft on October 12, 1994, after it had conducted multiple rounds of radar mapping of the surface of Venus, collected gravity data, and conducted experiments from September 15, 1990 to August 1994.
YouTube researcher Mundo Desconocido now claims to have found in images obtained from radar mapping of the surface of planet Venus by the Magellan spacecraft, evidence of “huge cities” giving off visible lights, and other “artificial structures.” He claims the maps show structures that were made clearly by intelligent beings or alien races native to the planet or alien colonists from distant worlds.
In the YouTube uploaded online on April 24, 2016 (see above), the alien hunter offers viewers three-dimensional reconstructions (“interpretations”) of the Magellan images that reveal the alleged buildings and cities on Venus in detail. He describes the structures as “artificially bizarre shapes” that appear to be cities that “emit lights.”
He guides viewers through the alleged structures on Venus that are supposedly urban building complexes.
“Images that have finally been published by NASA [show] huge cities, artificial structures [built by]… some kind of alien race.”
Incredible as it may seem, the UFO hunter makes it clear that he believes that the surface of Venus is covered with cities with bright artificial lights. He provides a link to the interactive source maps, known as the Venus Global GIS Mapping Application, and encourages fellow alien hunters to follow the link and look at the original maps themselves so they can confirm his claim that there are “suspiciously artificial elements” on Venus. He also expresses hope that other alien hunters would be able to find new locations on Venus with artificial or intelligently designed structures.
High resolution 3D image of planet Venus [Image via Ksanawo/Shutterstock]
The latest fantastic claim from the alien/UFO research community follows multiple claims of evidence of artificial alien structures, including dome cities, skyscrapers, UFO bases, temples, and even alien shopping malls on the Martian and lunar surfaces.
But having, apparently, exhausted the novelty of discoveries of artificial structures on Mars and the lunar surface, some anomaly hunters may have finally shifted attention to Venus, the second rocky planet in our solar system, about 67 million miles (108 kilometers) from the Sun.
Commenting on the astounding claims of sprawling urban centers with dazzling night lights on Venus, UFO researcher Scott Waring, editor of UFO Sightings Daily, argues that the video proves extraterrestrial life on Venus.
“Wow!” the notorious alien hunter exclaims, “This person not only found these structures, but made a CGI duplicate so we can see what it truly looks like.”
“The entire… surface of Venus is covered in structures. Val Valiant Thor said he lived there, but most inhabitants live below the surface.”
Val Valiant Thor was an alleged benevolent alien from planet Venus who — according to alien conspiracy theorists — worked for the U.S. government in the 1950s but returned to his native planet Venus in his spaceship.
Venus is similar to Earth in some respects being volcanically active. It has vast lava plains and other surface structures linked to volcanic activity.
Some skeptics have argued that the alleged cities with lights on the planet were most likely gross features of the planet’s terrain linked to volcanic activity, such as the planet’s extensive hot lava flows.
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Justin Bieber Goes Back On His Promise To Oprah That He Would ‘Rethink’ His Plan To Marry By Age 25
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Justin Bieber isn’t taking Oprah’s advice. The 24-year-old music superstar recently announced to the world that he is marrying model Hailey Baldwin, despite his promise to Oprah Winfrey that he would “rethink” his plans to marry at a young age.
Beliebers may recall Justin’s 2012 interview on Oprah’s Next Chapter in which Oprah questioned his plans for a young marriage. In the clip, which you can see below, the talk show queen asked the then-18-year-old singer, “Tell me if it’s true…you want to be married by the time you’re 25?”
Bieber confirmed that was his plan, and even admitted he wants a “handful” of kids. But Oprah, who has never been married, was adamant.
“Rethink that, will you?” she advised. ” I think 25 is too young…particularly for you because your whole 20’s is about discovering who really are – and you owe that to yourself because you are in the business that you are in. It is not a lot of self-discovery time. So much is already defined for you, so you’re entitled to your opinion, but rethink it.”
Bieber seemed to be listening to the wise media mogul’s advice later admitted, “I mean you are Oprah and you are telling me not to get married at 25. I should probably listen.”
Bieber will turn 25-years-old in March, and he seems to be going full speed ahead with his marriage plans after a short courtship with Baldwin. Despite the short time frame, Bieber’s proposal wasn’t a spontaneous decision. Jeweler Jack Solow told People he helped the singer craft the perfect ring for Bieber to present to Baldwin. The jeweler revealed that he had a “few weeks” to make the custom diamond sparkler, which is somewhere between 6 to 10 carats.
Shortly after his engagement news broke, Bieber posted to Instagram to gush that he can’t wait to spend the rest of his life with Baldwin.
“The thing I am most excited for is that my little brother and sister get to see another healthy stable marriage and look for the same!” Bieber wrote to his 21-year-old future wife. “My goodness does feel good to have our future secured! WERE GONNA BE BETTER AT 70 BABY HERE WE GO! “
Was gonna wait a while to say anything but word travels fast, listen plain and simple Hailey I am soooo in love with everything about you! So committed to spending my life getting to know every single part of you loving you patiently and kindLY. I promise to lead our family with honor and integrity letting Jesus through his Holy Spirit guide us in everything we do and every decision we make. My heart is COMPLETELY and FULLY YOURS and I will ALWAYS put you first! You are the love of my life Hailey Baldwin and I wouldn’t want to spend it with anybody else. You make me so much better and we compliment eachother so well!! Can’t wait for the best season of life yet!. It’s funny because now with you everything seems to make sense! The thing I am most excited for is that my little brother and sister get to see another healthy stable marriage and look for the same!!! Gods timing really is literally perfect, we got engaged on the seventh day of the seventh month, the number seven is the number of spiritual perfection, it’s true GOOGLE IT! Isn’t that nuts? By the way I didn’t plan that, anyways My goodness does feel good to have our future secured! WERE GONNA BE BETTER AT 70 BABY HERE WE GO! “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains FAVOR from the Lord!” This is the year of favor!!!!
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Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin rekindled their romance earlier this year, two years after a previous split. But even in early 2016, when Bieber was still just 21-years-old, he mused about the possibility of marrying Baldwin. At the time, Bieber was still sewing his wild oats and admitted he wasn’t ready to settle down and it almost seemed as if he was heeding Oprah’s advice.
“Right now in my life, I don’t want to be held down by anything,” Bieber told GQ. “I already have a lot that I have to commit to. …I don’t want to feel like the girl I love is an added responsibility. …What if Hailey ends up being the girl I’m gonna marry, right? If I rush into anything, if I damage her, then it’s always gonna be damaged. It’s really hard to fix wounds like that. It’s so hard.… I just don’t want to hurt her.”
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Is Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) a Good Stock To Buy?
Published on November 26, 2016 at 5:48 pm by Abror Ahmed in Hedge Funds,News
The market has been volatile due to elections and the potential of another Federal Reserve rate increase. Small cap stocks have been on a tear, as the Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) has outperformed the larger S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by more than 10 percentage points since the end of June. SEC filings and hedge fund investor letters indicate that the smart money seems to be getting back in stocks, and the funds’ movements is one of the reasons why small-cap stocks are red hot. In this article, we will analyze what the smart money thinks of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) and find out how it is affected by hedge funds’ moves.
So, is Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) a bargain? Hedge funds are turning bullish, as the number of bullish hedge fund positions went up by three recently. Nevertheless, the level and the change in hedge fund popularity aren’t the only variables you need to analyze to decipher hedge funds’ perspectives. A stock may witness a boost in popularity, but it may still be less popular than similarly priced stocks. That’s why at the end of this article we will examine companies such as Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV (ADR) (NYSE:PHG), Xcel Energy Inc (NYSE:XEL), and Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) to gather more data points.
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Outside Syria's capital, suburbs look like war zone
Residents say army lost control of many areas; monitors not let in restive suburbs; nervous soldiers patrol streets of Harasta.
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HARASTA, Syria - When Arab League observers headed to the suburbs of Damascus on Thursday, Syrian security refused to accompany them to most areas, because they are no longer in control there.
In some towns no more than a 15-minute drive from the capital, the governor of rural Damascus warned that gunmen were walking the streets.
But the monitors went, accompanied by journalists, to the outskirts of Irbin and Harasta, which have become hotbeds for protests and armed revolt since the 10-month uprising against Syrian President Bashar Assad began.
At a checkpoint on an intersection heading into the town of Irbin, dozens of soldiers with assault rifles were deployed in full gear and on alert. On the sidewalk near them lay the bodies of two men shot dead, one of them a soldier.
But the soldiers were fixated nervously on the anti-Assad protest just hundreds of meters away, with protesters chanting "Allahu Akbar." Most shops were closed and people gave the Arab League monitors suspicious looks.
"Some people are angry with us because of the report," one observer said.
The observer team sent a report last week on their mission to check implementation of an Arab peace plan that aims to halt bloodshed from Assad's military crackdown on the unrest that the United Nations says has killed more than 5,000 people.
Syria says the revolt is run by foreign-backed militants that have killed over 2,000 of its forces.
While the Arab League came out with a strong statement calling for Assad to step down, many in the Syrian opposition were angry at the monitors' report, which highlighted violence by Assad's adversaries as much as by the government itself.
They said monitors neglected the balance of power in the struggle between protesters and rebels against the army.
Reuters, which joined the monitors on their first observation trip since the report, is in Syria on a state-sponsored trip and is usually accompanied by a government minder.
The Arab observers watched the anti-Assad demonstration from afar, and minutes later they drove away towards a police hospital in Harasta, another flashpoint in the revolt.
The team head, Jaafar al-Kubaida, said the monitors did not enter Irbin because they were worried the "angry crowd" might harass them. "Teams are harassed sometimes, we feared they might attack the cars or throw stones at us. It has happened before."
Cars with 'Israeli bombs'
At the police hospital in Harasta, the staff said most of rural Damascus was not controlled by the government forces and gunmen were kidnapping and killing those affiliated with the government in those areas.
"Any car plate that belongs to the government cannot drive inside Harasta, we as doctors cannot go, they hijacked one of our cars a week ago," said a doctor in the hospital.
A soldier pointed at a mosque facing the checkpoint and said, "You see that mosque? Their snipers sometimes fire at us from there."
A senior officer said that security forces were in talks with the armed men through dignitaries in the towns, hoping to convince them to hand over their weapons. He said the government had not completely lost control of the Damascus countryside.
"No, you cannot say that they are in control of rural Damascus, they control areas and the army control areas," he told Reuters.
When Arab observers pressed a senior officer to allow them entry into the troubled town, he said it was too dangerous.
"The coordination (team) did not get back to us, we told them you wanted to go but still no reply from them, We want you to go to them under their protection," a senior officer told the monitors.
The monitors were frustrated they could not enter, but also said they were unsure if their presence was wanted after their first report. "We would love to go, but I'm not sure we are welcomed there," one observer told Reuters.
Security officials showed monitors three cars which they said were towed from inside Harasta and Douma. They said the vehicles were confiscated from "terrorists" and loaded with Israeli bombs.
Inside Harasta, the army was heavily deployed. Dozens of soldiers in full gear were deployed in a 500-metre (1,650-foot)-long street, their guns pointed up as they nervously watched the nearby houses. People peeked from their windows but few went out. The trash-littered streets was almost deserted.
"Free Syria" was written on a wall.
"Yes, it is not safe," said a veiled woman who was walking a man down the street. She looked worried and scared. "There are gunmen but we do not have the Free Syria Army here."
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Weʼve raised £8,380 to buy 2 lorries of hay/1100 bales, essential vet supplies and field & shelter maintenance to get 35 rare breed Skyrian Horses through Winter!
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We are a group of volunteers reaching out to you on behalf of 35 endangered Skyrian horses and 2 non-Skyrian rescues. Amanda Simpson and Stathis Katsarelias have dedicated the last 13 years of their lives and everything they have to conserving this ancient and rare breed on the island of Skyros in Greece. We have exciting plans to create a membership association in the near future in order to support them long term, but right now resources are drying up and they are in desperate need of your help to continue to provide a home for these special horses.
It takes at least 66 tonnes of hay per year, imported from mainland Greece, to feed the 35 Skyrians plus two other rescued horses. Other equipment and veterinary treatments that we take for granted in more developed countries – such as electric fencing, energisers, tetanus vaccinations, wormers, rugs, fly masks etc. – are very expensive and often difficult to access quickly. Amanda and Stathis also improve the welfare of other Skyrian horses on the island by being available for nursing support, worming as many of them as they can, educating local people, and in some instances rescuing or feeding emaciated horses. They also care for 2 rescue dogs (one found hanging from a tree, left to die) and 16 feral rescue cats.
However, it is not just animals who find sanctuary at the farm. Volunteers who engage with the project find something they need here: personal development, a safe space, a break from modern society, an adventure, another family, a home away from home. The space fosters continuous learning through creativity and encourages people to connect with horses in an ethical and thoughtful way. Working on the farm allows people to experience life authentically as they observe the natural cycles of health and sickness, life and death, success and failure, hope and fear. It is a constant struggle with new challenges every day, but that’s what makes you feel alive.
What’s more, the latest scientific research is showing how selective breeding over hundreds of years has changed the anatomy of modern breeds and is possibly causing a number of physical problems in horses. Scientists are now dissecting and researching primitive breeds, such as the Konik and the Przewalski's horse, that appear to have no skeletal/anatomical issues. The hope is that, with the results of this research, it will be possible to breed specifically to correct the anatomical failures in the modern sports horse. Therefore, conserving primitive breeds like the Skyrian horse is potentially crucial for the future of all our horses. (If interested, further information can be found here: https://www.equinestudies.nl/category/blogs/)
The project relies entirely on donations and unpaid volunteers. We are raising £7000 to:
- purchase 2 lorries of hay and a small lorry of oat straw (1100 bales x approx. £5 per bale)
- purchase essential veterinary supplies such as colic medicine, anti-parasite control, veteran feeds and supplements for old horses, mineral blocks, fly sprays etc.
- carry out essential maintenance on fences and field shelters which will ensure that stallions and mares are safely separated and protected
- purchase good quality rugs for the older horses, to protect them with winter on its way.
Each donation supports the Skyrian horses in Amanda and Stathis’ care to continue to thrive at the farm and preserves this special place for future volunteers. The project hasn’t had injection of capital since 2015 and consequently we have had very little money to spend on site maintenance. Therefore, any amount raised over our £7000 target will be set aside as extra funds towards further repairs and essential maintenance of the farm.
Every person who donates will receive a thank you message via JustGiving and also a thank you on our Facebook page, Friends of the Skyrian Horse.
Like our page (https://www.facebook.com/friendsoftheskyrianhorse/) to keep updated about life on the farm and our progress towards becoming a membership association. Send us a message via the page if you would like us to contact you when we are all set up!
Every donation counts, big or small. If all our friends bought a bale of hay instead of a coffee on their way to work or a pint at the pub, together we’d be at least halfway or perhaps even all the way there…
For further information about the project please visit: https://skyrosislandhorsetrust.com/
(Copyright of Friends of the Skyrian Horse and Skyros Island Horse Trust 2018)
We are reaching out to you to ask for a little help. Last year you so kindly supported our crowdfunder for the 34 critically endangered Skyrian horses in our care which we greatly appreciated. This Christmas we are hoping you might support us again and help us raise £3500 for 600 bales of essential hay to feed our herd through late winter into 2020. It is only through support like yours that our project is able to continue and these rare 🐴 are able to thrive. Thank you🙏 2019 campaign➡️ https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/helpskyrianhorses
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Dear Skyrian Horse Angels, we'd like to share with you a recent article written about the project. It is part of a series of articles about people all over the world who work hard every day to make a difference. Thank you Becky Holladay for this wonderful piece which honours the work of Amanda and Stathis. Please follow the link below to read: https://www.csmonitor.com/World/Making-a-difference/2019/0807/To-save-rare-ponies-one-couple-gives-up-almost-everything With love and many thanks for your support of the project
We value every penny we receive and a great deal of time and energy has gone into ensuring we have spent your donations in the most cost-effective ways. The project could not be run without your loyal support and your trust and belief in the work that Amanda, Stathis and the volunteers do in protecting this rare and special breed. We are extremely grateful for your continued support. Lots of love, the 36 four-leggeds and the two-leggeds xxxx We wish you a wonderful weekend wherever you are! Follow our Facebook page for more photos and news!
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Madita Reimer
You guys are doing an amazing job! Much love and 1 more hay bale xoxo
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Clive Darley
Hi KatieMatthew has told us of your work and enthusiasm. Hope this helps.regardsClive and Joelle
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With love and appreciation for all you do.... xxx
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For a few more bales to help you through another winter and with my admiration for you both, Amanda and Stathi, and your wonderful enduring project.
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japan? that sounds awesome haha, how was that? end up doing anything interesting?
Welcome back person, how've things been?
kh is so deeply ingrained in my mind and the community in my blood, i more or less grew up on this site haha
so i chat with the people i like on FB, hell, i met my best friends on here.
the news brings everyone back. its no use fighting it.
i can see why you left. it gets hella boring without news, i made a club thats pretty active but most of it's activity is in an FB chat group that leaks into the forums so that doesn't help haha
hey, you're actually pretty cool. surprised i never really noticed you around the forums before haha
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How is it going today? I am working on another gift for someone.
It just takes practice and timing, I suppose. By the way, my PS3 is in the shop and I have to pay some money to get it fixed up. I am thinking about getting it by the end of this week. I haven't heard word about my 3DS XL being fixed up and I am waiting for a charger to come in the mail for it.
I just find them annoyingly frustrating.
It can be pretty challenging, especially since I am up against a Blockhead right now. Blockhead is a boss that you can only defeat by memorizing the dots in the correct order.
How is it going today? I have been busy playing Okami.
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Indeed, the timing couldn't be any more perfect. Some casual fans are moaning saying "this isn't KH3, give us KH3!" screw them, they're not deserving of it if they that cynical of 2.8.
Personally, I think Back Cover and 0.2 have a strong direct connection with each other. If you seen my topic, I believe that Ephemera will be heavily involved with both of them. With the theory that the Foretellers are the heroes reincarnated, I believe that Anguis banishes Ephemera into the realm of darkness and Aqua meets and battles Ephemera just like how Sora battled Terra's Lingering Will.
In regards to KHX Back Cover, the book that they are referring to is the Book Of Prophecies. It's a Deus Ex Machina of the Kingdom Hearts Universe that summons creations from the future and can predict the future.
I honestly think that it is exactly that, it's just a fairly (and deliberately) dry period in terms of Kingdom Hearts news. Once D23 Japan demonstrates its magic then the internet will explode. In the meantime, we just have to be patient. As far as D23 Japan goes, what are you speculating in terms of news and footage?
Personally, as far Kingdom Hearts X goes, I'll just wait for the American release so that I actually understand everything. The thing is, Kingdom Hearts X is meant to be played more casually as opposed to other iterations so my expectations are moderate at best.
I'm glad you bring that up. I mean, in terms of speculation, people are just repeating the same old questions again and again "What's Sora/Riku/Kairi's story arc!", "Who are the remaining seekers of darkness'?", "I want (insert Disney movie title here) in Kingdom Hearts 3", "Question about lore" etc. I don't mean this in an offensive way, but I really think the Kingdom Hearts fandom needs to be patient. I mean, there's people who made the effort to download the Japanese app for Kingdom Hearts Unchained Chi just so they can get another "Kingdom Hearts experience". New Kingdom Hearts news will come sooner than expected and theorizing will begin anew!
I remember the hunt boards from Final Fantasy VII. Yeah, something similar could occur through various characters. I can imagine Yen Sid, Merlin, Even, Ienzo, and Hayner, Pence, Olette providing optional sidequests in the Kingdom Hearts worlds whilst Disney NPC's provide more Disney centric side-quests. I'm all for "encounter" battles like they do in Kingdom Hearts X, however, I do not want it limited to that. I want them to really be creative. Finding items, additional cutscene elements, more mini-games. Girl, now you've just got me thinking hard and speculating as to what the possibilities could be when it comes to something like this XP
My thoughts exactly. Games like Final Fantasy and Xenoblade Chronicles are able to implement NPC's so well whilst having enemies wander around at every other area. Square Enix did state that side quests will be implemented in the game, so, it would be no surprise as whether they are given by NPC's in Disney worlds.
Yeah, I supposed you're right there. The more noticeable change will be the environments. The loading times for each section of a world has been dissipated in favour of a more open world experience which means that we can finally feel like we're exploring an actual world as opposed to being in a "set piece" of a world. I just pray that Square Enix can finally have proper NPC placement in each Disney world as opposed to making them wastelands.
Same here. I mean, we've already seen what the hand drawn and CG worlds are going to be adding towards the series, so, I wonder how the Live Action properties are going to be incorporated into the game? Nomura did state that the graphic engine is going to be different for Live Action Worlds. However, the aspect that's going to interest me the most is the character models for the hand drawn characters. How are they going to be blending into a CGI world? I mean, Donald and Goofy fit perfectly in and they were originally hand drawn, so I wonder, how is characters like Hercules going to look like?
Yeah, I suppose you're right about that aspect of Hayner, Pence and Olette. Normality is required in a series that's all about clashing blades and the impudent battle of light and darkness. Seeing as Twilight Town is confirmed, they'll make their contribution to the plot in one way or another.
I can't wait to see how the Disney worlds will look in the new Kingdom Hearts graphical engine. We've been accustomed to seeing Kingdom Hearts in the same graphical engine for a decade now and I believe that "The Kingdom Shader" will be able to visually express the majesty of each Disney movie that is represented. CG Disney Movies were never really present in Kingdom Hearts, so, I wonder how different they will look to their hand drawn counterparts. The plot so far for Kingdom Hearts 3 is a divide between the adventures of Sora, Donald, Goofy and Riku and King Mickey which is interesting.
Yeah, the original Kingdom Hearts was created with the intention that it would be the only one in the series. It was an absolute gamble of a game at the time it was released as everybody shunned the potential the game had (Disney with Final Fantasy?!). As a standalone game, it had its merits. Having Sora, Riku, Kairi and Ansem being the only original characters really emphasized the strength of each character. Its simplistic plot was also another element that comforted every user. With the introduction of later titles: the overflow of new character has started to defeat the value of certain characters (remember Hayner Pence and Olette? well, it seems as though Nomura wants to forget about them as they've done nothing since Kingdom Hearts 2).
Yeah, Kingdom Hearts is really hypnotising. I played BBS in HD 2.5 Remix. I played as Ventus and gotten all the way to Radiant Garden. I've given a friend of mines HD 1.5 and 2.5 as a Birthday Present. As far as Kingdom Hearts 3: what are you most excited for when it comes to the game?
Personally, my brother played it at my hometown, and once he came back to my house, he told me all about it. The alternate interactions with various Disney properties with anime styled characters immediately attracted me to the premise of the series. However, it's Kingdom Hearts 2 that really won me over. I was completely absorbed by the plot, the intricate literature and just overall atmosphere of the game. Years later, I bought a 3DSXL just so I could play Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance for my Birthday. So now i'm a Kingdom Hearts nerd.
Disney Animation had a creative improvement ever since the boss of Pixar took over the company. I'm one of the few people who doesn't mind a delay to KH3, because, it means better movies can be added into the game.
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In every election voter and civic education are key factors to ensure that all voters understand their rights and responsibilities, the electoral system, how and where to vote. For an election to be successful and democratic, voters need to be sufficiently informed in order to cast ballots that are valid and to participate meaningfully in the voting process.
In support of the Technical Secretariat for Electoral Administration (STAE) and the National Electoral Commission (CNE), a cohesive branding was created and applied to all electoral materials. Messages were developed; voter and civic education materials were designed and produced in a timely manner. The goal was to create interest, inform, educate and communicate messages through effective voter education campaigns.
In addition to the general messages, the campaign targeted two audiences, women and youth. Many women remain uneducated about their rights and responsibilities in the electoral process. Women were targeted in coordination with UNWomen, encouraging them to vote and participate in the electoral process. A large percentage of young people feel their vote does not matter. In response, coordinating with UNICEF a youth campaign was created encouraging young people, particularly first time voters to register. Emphasizing voting is their responsibility and vital to their future.
Design team: Karen Kelleher Carneiro, Ruth Ferrony Varela Grilo
Photographs: Karen Kelleher Carneiro, Martine Perret,
Ruth Ferrony Varela Grilo
“Karen works very well under the pressure of tight schedules and has proved to be committed to the production of high quality materials by or before deadlines. She is extremely talented, creative person who has strong in depth knowledge of graphics combined with a thorough understanding of voter education and election programs.”
- Andres del Castillo, Chief Technical Advisor/Head of UNEST
United Nations Electoral Support Team, Timor-Leste
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Carra McManamon, KSL.com
Weber State wins 3rd straight Big Sky title with dominating 38-10 win over Idaho State
By Carra McManamon, KSL.com | Posted - Nov 23rd, 2019 @ 7:24pm
Weber State football wins third straight Big Sky title
Weber State Athletics
OGDEN — "Three peat."
That's the phrase that could be heard from players, coaches and fans as they celebrated Weber State's third consecutive Big Sky Title as they beat the Idaho State Bengals in dominating fashion on Saturday afternoon, 38-10.
“Three peat,” Weber State head coach Jay Hill said with a huge smile following the team's win. “Thats not happened in over 10 years in this conference, so that’s an awesome deal. To send these seniors out the way we are right now is awesome.
"Three straight championships, the winningest class in school history, there's just so many positives about today and the way they played outstanding.”
The outstanding play came from multiple players all day long. Quarterback Jake Constantine threw for 289 yards and four touchdowns, running back Josh Davis had 12 carries for 89 yards and one touchdown, and wide receiver Devon Cooley had three catches for 68 yards, including two touchdowns.
Everything was clicking offensively for the Wildcats.
“Jake is a great passer, always has been,” Hill said. “We haven’t always got our weapons the ball consistently, but tonight they did and obviously it was huge for the offense.”
The Wildcats got the scoring going early when Constantine found David Ames for a 69-yard touchdown pass. Trey Tuttle then opened up the second quarter with a 37-yard field goal to add to the Wildcats' early lead.
After forcing the Bengals to punt the ensuing drive, the Wildcats later faced a fourth-and-1 situation on their next drive. Constantine pitched the ball off Davis, who then pitched it back to Constantine, who found a wide open Cooley for a 38-yard touchdown pass to put the Wildcats up 17-0.
Davis would add to the Wildcats' lead with just under three minutes left in the second quarter when he escaped for a 24-yard rushing touchdown. Cooley would, once again, score with eight seconds left in the first half when Constantine found him for a 25-yard touchdown pass as he ran it down the edge of the sideline.
The Bengals allowed 31 unanswered points in the first half to all but guarantee the program's third-straight conference title.
THREE PEAT for the @weberstatefb Wildcats. They’ll learn tomorrow if they get a first round bye in the playoffs. pic.twitter.com/l4bazXHXBW
— Carra McManamon (@curramac22) November 24, 2019
Weber State senior linebacker Auston Tesch, who had five tackles in the Wildcats' win, said the team's loss last week was a huge wake up call for the team.
“I think definitely part of it was the wake up call last week,” Tesch said. “There’s definitely a lot of things that we learned from last week that we worked on last week with our technique and our rules, just staying disciplined. I think today we played a really disciplined game. We scouted them all week, we watched a lot of film so we knew what they were going to come into the game and do and I think we really capitalized on it.”
The Wildcats executed the game plan so well in the first half that the game plan of the second half was to simply win the football game, according to Hill; and that's just what the Wildcats did.
Idaho State would finally get on the board in the third quarter when David Allish kicked a 45-yard field goal, ending the Wildcats' shutout. But on Weber State's next drive, the Wildcats took nearly seven minutes off the clock that was capped off with a 6-yard touchdown pass to Ty MacPherson from Constantine.
Idaho State would score its final points of the night with two minutes left in the game when Sagan Gronauer found Micahel Dean for a 49-yard touchdown pass.
Weber State will find out Sunday morning what their future holds in the FCS playoffs. The selection show is set for 10:30 a.m. MST. Carra McManamon is a native of Washington State and is attending the University of Utah. Contact her at cmcmanamon@deseretdigital.com or follow her on Twitter: @curramac22
Carra McManamon
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Tablets Ownership Among American Adults is Higher Than Ever, Study Says
By Lisa Eadicicco - LAPTOP Staff Writer 2013-06-11T10:35:00Z
We’ve heard plenty about the rise of mobile and the decreasing demand for traditional PCs, and now we’re seeing yet another piece of evidence to support that idea. A recent study from Pew Internet has found that a third of American adults 18 and older now own a tablet computer—nearly doubling statistics for the same age group from last year.
Since slates became part of the mainstream mobile market in 2010, tablet ownership has shown steady growth year over year among Americans 18 and older. According to Pew, eight percent of Americans in this age group owned tablets in May 2011, with that number growing to 18 percent in April 2012 and now reaching 34 percent in May 2013.
This is a far cry from the three percent of American adults who owned tablets three years ago in May 2010. What’s more, nearly half of American adults between the ages of 35 and 44 now own a tablet, which outnumbers the statistics for other age demographics by a significant margin.
PC sales, by comparison, are projected to be sluggish throughout 2013. The IDC recently predicted that global PC shipments will fall by 7.8 percent this year, which is a steep change from the 1.3 percent drop it previously forecasted.
As the PC market continues to shift toward mobile, device makers are making efforts to mirror the PC experience on slates. In fact, the next generation of tablet computers may reflect this trend more than ever. At this year’s Computex showcase in Taipei, Acer and Microsoft unveiled the world’s first 8-inch tablet to run the full desktop version of Windows 8. ASUS also revealed its 11.6-inch Transformer Book Trio, which comes with two CPUs and a detachable keyboard with support for both Windows 8 and Android.
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ESSENTIALS. Amino acids are the basic units of proteins, 8 of them are considered essential for the proper functioning of our body, are called essential amino acids. Our body can not synthesize them and, consequently, if one of them is missing, the proteins that contain them can not be synthesized either.
A balanced diet provides these amino acids, however, for the athlete is often not enough since it does an intense activity that leads to a great wear of muscle tissue and this can only be recovered in a way adequate with an extra supply of essential amino acids.
MAP ensures a balanced contribution of all the essential amino acids (MAP formula) achieving a rapid muscle recovery, an improvement in performance and consequently an increase in muscle volume. BCAAs. The branched amino acids, L-isoleucine, L-leucine, L-valine known as BCAA, belong to the series of the eight essential amino acids and can be synthesized from them.
BCAAs are able to increase the synthesis of muscle protein in demand conditions, contributing to protein metabolism in general, while helping to reduce the accumulation of ammonia in the body during special loading situations, thereby reducing the appearance of Fatigue and increasing performance.
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LIFE PRO BCAA & GLUTAMINE 300 G
LIFE PRO BCAA 8:1:1 1000MG AJINOMOTO 150 tabs
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LIFE PRO GLUTAMINE AJINOMOTO 300 COMP / 500 G/ 250 G
LIFE PRO MAP 300 G / 300 COMP X 1000 MG
GLUTAMINE. L-glutamine is a non-essential amino acid that has a huge demand on the body in situations of both physical and mental stress. The glutamine supplementation favors the correct intestinal health and therefore of our digestive system, favoring the assimilation of nutrients and the correct protein synthesis, prevents muscle catabolism in situations of oxidative stress and helps our immune system to be in optimal conditions.
It also helps the general detoxification of the organism. Very interesting for those who want to increase muscle mass and recover quickly after hard and intense training, are convalescing from an illness or injury, or have a strong stress load.
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Heartbroken mum’s bid to ensure to memory of daughter, 19, lives on
Her death left all who knew her devastated
Ashley Franklin
Grace Brockelsby (right) with mum Thea Cox (Image: Thea Cox)
The devastated mum of a Boston teenager who died after a crash has launched a fundraising campaign to help keep her memory alive.
Grace Brockelsby died after a collision between a lorry and a pedestrian in Wainfleet Road on June 5.
Her death left all who knew her heartbroken and parents Thea Cox and Lee Brockelsby paid a touching tribute to their daughter through Lincolnshire Live.
A full inquest is yet to be held, but Lee has said his daughter did struggle with her mental health.
'There are no words to describe how amazing she was' - devastated parents pay touching tribute after death of daughter, 19
Now mum, Thea is spearheading a campaign to erect a memorial garden in honour of her daughter to help others experiencing similar battles.
A Go-Fund-Me has been set up to help fund the project and has already been shared more than 1,000 times.
The page reads: “Raising money to fund a memorial garden for all her [Grace’s] family and friends to visit and share the communal love for Grace .
“We want to find a resting place we can enjoy that is specially designed by her family and friends and a place others who have been suffering with mental health can reflect and enjoy in its natural beauty.
“It’s about her family and friends all staying close and using their energy and love to keep the kind soul of Grace and the sincerity of love she showed so we have a public place open for everyone.”
Grace Brockelsby has died after an incident in Boston (Image: Thea Cox)
So far £1,900 has already been raised of a £15,000 target.
Explaining, her hopes for the project, which is hoped will be set up in Boston town centre, Ms Cox said: “We are doing well and let’s keep this going.
“Huge thanks to all that have been supporting and helping the fundraiser for Grace to assist with a place we can all share, support and spend time reflecting when we are happy, low, sad or just want to have some special time reflecting.”
Revealing what the garden will include, the mum-of-two added: “Grace’s memorial garden will have all her plants already donated
“Lavender and mint will to make the herb garden publicly useful as she loved to cook.
“An organic vegetable patch and a special handmade steel structure resembling a tree so we can hang her memories and a garden full of the rose called Grace.”
Other ideas also include a wishing well for people to make silent wishes and a gate to resemble heaven where the family hope to attach a million love locks.
The family also hope to plant an oak tree.
Ms Cox has said she is still open to more ideas as well.
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She said: “I am thinking about this every day and welcome any other ideas. It would be extra special that every single person who knew Grace would be part of the team.
“Grace was loved by so many unique people to create this place so we can as a community share the stigma and awareness of mental health.
“Grace, we will achieve all of your bucket list dreams and keep sharing your special heart.”
Samaritans is available 24/7 to help people in need
The website states: "We're here round the clock, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need a response immediately, it's best to call us on the phone. This number is FREE to call. You don't have to be suicidal to call us."
You can contact them in confidence on:
or email jo@samaritans.org
or visit a local branch or write to them by clicking here
The NHS also has information on its website that can be of help. It says:
Talk to someone you trust
"Let family or friends know what's going on for you. They may be able to offer support and help keep you safe.
"There's no right or wrong way to talk about suicidal feelings – starting the conversation is what's important."
Who else you can talk to
"If you find it difficult to talk to someone you know, you could:
call your GP – ask for an emergency appointment
call 111 out of hours – they will help you find the support and help you need
contact your mental health crisis team – if you have one."
Tips for coping right now
"try not to think about the future – just focus on getting through today
"stay away from drugs and alcohol
"get yourself to a safe place, like a friend's house
"be around other people
"do something you usually enjoy, such as spending time with a pet"
"If you're worried about someone, try to get them to talk to you. Ask open-ended questions like: 'How do you feel about...?'
"Don't worry about having the answers. Just listening to what someone has to say and taking it seriously can be more helpful."
Anyone who wishes to help the project or find out more about it can view the fundraising page here
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No. 23 Washington State unveils QB Gordon in opener
August 27, 2019 at 4:01 pm.
And the winner is … Anthony Gordon.
In a battle of redshirt seniors, Gordon got the nod over Trey Tinsley to start at quarterback for No. 23 Washington State and rack up huge numbers in coach Mike Leach’s pass-first offense. Gordon gets a soft landing spot for his first start Saturday night when the Cougars host New Mexico State at Martin Stadium in Pullman, Wash.
The 6-foot-3, 210-pound Gordon has thrown five career passes, all last year in relief of record-setting starter Gardner Minshew, completing three for 17 yards with an interception. Gordon is very likely to eclipse five passes before Washington State’s first possession ends.
Leach said Gordon prevailed over Tinsley, as well as highly-touted Eastern Washington graduate transfer Gage Gubrud, because of his consistency.
“Some of it started in the spring, I think,” Leach said to the Spokane (Wash.) Spokesman-Review. “He had a really good spring and then he really didn’t break stride from spring until camp. So he was very steady in camp. Steady, but also explosive.”
Gubrud was given a sixth year of eligibility by the NCAA after being injured early last year at Eastern Washington, but sustained another injury during winter conditioning that kept him out of spring practice. He simply couldn’t execute Leach’s offense well enough in preseason to beat out either Gordon or Tinsley.
Coming off a program-record 11 wins last year, the Cougars shouldn’t suffer too much dropoff as they return 12 starters, including seven from an offense that averaged a Pac-12 high 37.5 points per game. They welcome back seven receivers who caught at least 20 passes, as well as sophomore running back Max Borghi, who caught 53 passes and scored 12 touchdowns in 2018.
Washington State is a 32-point favorite against the Aggies, who went just 3-9 last year and allowed a whopping 41.3 points per game. But seventh-year coach Doug Martin feels like his team has a chance to make serious improvement in 2019.
“I think we’re doing some really good things,” Martin said after their first preseason scrimmage. “We’ve got more athleticism on both sides of the ball than we’ve ever had here. We’ve got a lot of guys making plays on both sides.”
If New Mexico State is to have a chance at the upset, senior running back Jason Huntley and senior linebacker Javahn Fergurson will probably lead the way. Huntley finished with 1,632 all-purpose yards last year, leading FBS with three kickoff returns for touchdowns.
Fergurson paced FBS in tackles per game with 13.2, notching 5.5 sacks, and collected 22 tackles in a Sept. 15 win at New Mexico. He’ll have a chance to burnish his numbers against top-notch opponents the first two weeks. The Aggies visit No. 2 Alabama next week.
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Statement Of Work, Implementation Of Guardian And Related Professional Services
This online Statement of Work (“SOW”) describes the implementation and other professional services to be performed by Hyland Software, Inc., through its LawLogix division on behalf of the entity or organization (“Customer”) that has executed an Order Form referencing this SOW in connection with the
Guardian Electronic I-9 and E-Verify Software. This SOW incorporates by reference the Guardian Master Services Agreement referenced in the applicable Order Form (the “Agreement”) and is subject in all respects to the terms of the Agreement. In the event that any provisions contained in this SOW conflict with any provisions of the Agreement or any other document, the provisions of this SOW shall control solely with respect to the services covered by this SOW. Capitalized terms used on this SOW but not defined herein will have the meaning given to them in the Agreement. This SOW shall be effective as of the latest date set out on the Order Form referencing this SOW (the “Effective Date”).
1. SERVICES DESCRIPTION/PROJECT SCOPE
Customer is seeking to implement an electronic I-9 and E Verify system which, will enable Customer to electronically complete the Form I-9 and E-Verify process; manage I-9 and related E-Verify deadlines; create compliance reports; and integrate with other human resources information systems (each as applicable and indicated on an Order Form). The purpose of this SOW is to configure and implement the Software for Customer; enable Customer to submit I-9s to E-Verify through the Software according to the terms of the Agreement; enable Customer to share certain information from its HR systems with the Software (if such service was requested on an applicable Order Form); and train Customer personnel on the proper use and administration of the Software (together, the “Services”). Any additional effort, other than as described below, is outside the scope of this SOW.
2. FEES AND IMPLEMENTATION HOURS
The implementation and consulting service provided in this SOW is included in Customer’s implementation project fee indicated in the Order Form, based on the anticipated project size, number of users and locations, E-Verify enrollment, and professional services requested. The Order Form will specify the maximum number of implementation and consulting hours provided to Customer. Additional implementation and consulting hours may be purchased through an additional Statement of Work or Order Form.
3. SPECIFIC WORK TO BE PERFORMED
The parties shall establish a delivery schedule for the Services, which shall include significant milestones and estimated completion dates. The main implementation phases include:
3.1 Initial Kickoff Meeting.
During the kick-off meeting the Hyland Implementation Specialist will review each of the major milestones for the Services and specific areas of responsibility. Customer will also be provided a contextual overview of the system to assist Customer in understanding how to best design its desired I-9 workflows and organizational verification and approval processes. Following the initial kick-off meeting, the Hyland Implementation Specialist will provide Customer with a project plan and additional documentation related to the specific phases covered in the meeting.
3.2 Account Implementation and Configuration. During this phase, Customer will complete the Software implementation templates which identify Customer locations, associated users, and security privileges to be used in the Software. Once completed, Hyland will upload the settings to a test environment for Customer review.
3.3 Software Training Program. Hyland will provide initial training to Premium Users through three “live” online webinars (each 60 to 90 minutes in length). Webinars will include the following topics (as applicable): (a) administrative options and preferences; (b) general user training on using the Software to create and manage I-9s; and (c) instructions on how to use E-Verify, including employer responsibilities, basic requirements and compliance steps, and various E-Verify submission scenarios. After initial training services are completed, Premium Users gain free access, on a space available basis, to the general continuous series of regularly scheduled group webinar sessions. At Customer’s request, Hyland shall provide private group webinar sessions (Customer attendees only) for an additional fee of $95 per hour or as otherwise specified in an applicable Order Form. Upon written request and Hyland approval, Customer will have the right to record the training provided by Hyland and to use such recordings for internal training; provided, however, that Customer agrees to restrict access to Authorized Users only.
3.4 E-Verify Setup. Upon Customer’s request, Hyland will create one or more E-Verify subaccounts with the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”), which will enable Customer to seamlessly submit I-9s from the Software to the E-Verify system. As part of the setup process, Customer will need to provide basic employer information to Hyland and sign a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”). Customer may also request that Hyland setup additional E-Verify MOUs (for separate but related legal entities) for an additional fee set forth in an applicable Order Form.
3.5 Data Feeds and System Integration. Upon Customer’s request and as specified in an executed Order Form or Statement of Work, Hyland will automate the sharing of certain employee information between the Software and Customer’s human resource application(s) in order to facilitate the timely completion and management of Customer’s new hire I-9 and E-Verify records. These Services may include batch transfer data feeds through secure FTP, encrypted data transfer through RESTful APIs, RESTful API/web services, SOAP-based web services, and Single Sign-On projects (together, “Integrations”) as indicated in an applicable Order Form.
4. ESTIMATED TIMELINE
Upon receipt of the signed Order Form referencing this SOW, Hyland will schedule a start date for the Services (“Project Start”) based on available resources and other client commitments. Once resources have been made available, the following milestones and estimated timelines will apply to the Services described hereunder. Please note this is a non-binding estimate, which will be refined, expanded, and finalized after the kick-off meeting specified below. Please also note that all time estimates listed are highly dependent on the diligence of Customer as detailed in section 5.1 below.
Implementation Milestone
Milestone Description
Estimated Timeline
Initial Kickoff Meeting Hyland assigns an Implementation Specialist to provide a detailed contextual overview of the Services, review each of the major milestones, and assign specific areas of responsibility. Following the initial kick-off meeting, the Implementation Specialist will provide Customer with a project plan and additional documentation related to the specific phases covered in the meeting. 1 to 2 weeks from Project Start
Account Setup and Configuration Customer completes setup templates that identify Customer locations, associated users, and security privileges to be used in the Software. The Implementation Specialist works with Customer to ensure context and understanding of the data structure and how all elements work together to achieve the desired I-9 workflow. Once completed, Hyland uploads the data to the Test Site for Customer’s review. 2 to 3 weeks
Integrations Hyland will assist Customer in automating the sharing of certain employee information between the Software and Customer’s human resource application through Hyland’s standard Integrations as indicated in an Order Form. 3 to 5 weeks
E-Verify Setup Hyland creates one or more E-Verify subaccounts with the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”), which enable Customer to seamlessly submit information from the Software to the E-Verify system. As part of the setup process, Customer needs to provide basic employer information to LawLogix and sign a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) which is required by the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). 3 days
Guardian Training Hyland will conduct initial training to Premium Users through three (3) live online webinars (each 60 to 90 minutes in length). 1 to 2 week period
Customer Testing
Customer reviews the Software and Integrations on the Test Site. 2 weeks
Go-Live / Move to Production Following Customer Testing, Hyland replicates the Test Site setup and configuration in the Software production environment. Production credentials are issued to Customer. 1 to 2 weeks
5. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AND ASSUMPTIONS
5.1 Timely Completion. The successful completion of the Services depends on the reasonable cooperation and participation of Customer. Hyland’s performance and the achievement of the deliverables may in some cases be dependent upon Customer’s timely and effective performance of its responsibilities. Delays, inaccuracies or omission in the performance of Customer’s responsibilities may result in delay of the completion of the Services.
5.2 Project Coordination. Customer shall be responsible for and agrees to: (a) provide a single point of contact for project coordination with Hyland; (b) participate in scheduled meetings and provide timely feedback when questions arise throughout the project; and (c) manage Customer employee communications when needed.
5.3 Customer Technical Staff. If Customer elects to purchase Integrations, Customer is expected to have technical staff that is capable of understanding data exchange protocols including as applicable, FTP, web services, APIs, and SSO.
5.4 Data Quality. Customer acknowledges and agrees that data entered into the Software from Customer’s external systems is accepted on an “as-is” and “as-submitted” basis and is subject to Customer data entry errors. Customer is solely responsible for all source data cleansing needed.
5.5 Test Site. Hyland will provide Customer with a demonstration account for testing the Services (“Test Site”) to ensure conformance with the specifications and business requirements. Upon completion of the Services, the Test Site is subject to termination, and all access and data will no longer be available. In the event that Customer desires to maintain the Test Site for additional time periods, such access shall be subject to additional fees as stated in an applicable Order Form. With respect to the Test Site, Customer acknowledges: (a) Customer will not use the Test Site for live production activities; (b) upon completion of the Services, Hyland may terminate the Test Site at any time, at its sole discretion, at which time all Customer data stored within the Test Site may be lost; (c) the terms of Hyland’s Service Level Agreement do not apply to the Test Site; and (d) Customer agrees to provide prompt feedback to Hyland regarding Customer’s experience with the Test Site in a form reasonably requested by Hyland, including information necessary to duplicate errors or problems.
5.6 Additional Data Feed and Integration Services. Upon completion of Integration Services (if ordered by Customer), Hyland obligations shall be limited to: (a) acquisition and processing of data from external systems as applicable and (b) notification of success or failure through automated log files sent to Customer. The Services does not include any post-implementation data monitoring. Customer is solely responsible for reviewing log files generated from the Software and taking corrective action if needed. In the event of a technical issue (other than an issue caused as a result of a change in source data by Customer), Hyland shall provide reasonable troubleshooting assistance. Any further support, consultation, or other technical assistance, including extensive troubleshooting assistance, may, at Hyland’s sole option, require Customer to enter into a separate written agreement for a mutually agreed upon fee.
5.7 Interruptions. Customer understands that there may be occasions, due to circumstances beyond Hyland’s control that may result in interruption or delay of Integrations. Hyland will use its best efforts to provide continual availability and timely correction of service issues. Hyland reserves the right to interrupt or delay services for purposes of upgrading, debugging, maintaining and improving software or equipment, among other reasons. To the extent feasible, Hyland will schedule these activities at the least inconvenient time so as to minimize interruptions, inconvenience, and delays to Customer.
6.1 Each party will each designate a project manager or implementation specialist (“PM”) to coordinate all necessary tasks and communication needed for the Services. Customer recognizes that the Hyland PM manages several projects simultaneously and is thus not an exclusively dedicated Customer resource. The Hyland PM will, however, commit to providing Customer with timely responses and proactive project management. Once the Project identified in this SOW is completed, the Hyland PM will no longer be available to Customer as a dedicated resource unless a new SOW is executed.
6.2 The Hyland and Customer PM may agree to schedule meetings by telephone or webinar at a mutually agreeable time to discuss open issues with the Services. The Hyland PM, in his or her sole discretion, may invite additional Hyland team members (including technical resources) to participate in such meetings with Customer on an as needed basis. All such assistance will be conducted during the normal business hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Standard Time (or as otherwise agreed to by Hyland).
6.3 Notwithstanding the above, Customer acknowledges and agrees that questions or requests relating to Customer’s production Software environment should be directed to the Hyland support line by calling 602-357-4240 ext. 2 or emailing support@lawlogix.com. Any production-related support requests sent directly to the Hyland PM or other team members (via email or phone) may or may not be responded to within a reasonable time period.
7. KEY HYLAND IMPLEMENTATION PERSONNEL
7.1 Implementation Specialist
Serves as primary and sole point of contact during the implementation process.
Responsible for the coordination of the Hyland implementation team to ensure tasks and milestones are completed on-time.
Provides detailed timeline for implementation at beginning of project and works closely with Customer project manager to track adherence to deadlines.
7.2 Customer Success
Tracks the status of Customer’s implementation and assists Implementation Specialist as needed.
Engages with Customer to review Hyland support process and discusses additional services (if requested by Customer).
Follows-up with Customer periodically after go-live and escalates issues to other Hyland team members as needed.
7.3 Training Specialist
Responsible for providing an overview of how to configure/use the Software.
Responsible for coordinating Hyland user training.
8. CHANGE CONTROL
Changes to the scope of the Services will be made by mutual written agreement of the parties. Hyland shall have no obligation to commence work in connection with any change until the fee and/or schedule impact of the change and all other applicable terms are agreed upon by both parties in writing.
9. TERM/TERMINATION
This SOW shall commence on the Effective Date, and shall terminate on the date Hyland completes the Services; provided however that either party may terminate this SOW immediately in the event that the other party is in material breach of any provision this SOW and such material breach has not been cured within sixty (60) days after such written notice to the breaching party. Upon termination of the SOW, Customer shall promptly pay Hyland any outstanding amounts for Services rendered through the date of termination.
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Congratulations to Richard Durrant, Class 9, elected as Vice President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation at their State Convention in CDA this past week. Richard will provide leadership in his new role to the state's largest farm organization with over 80,000 members. Richard will serve with a number of LIA alumni who are members of the IFBF State Board of Directors: Tom Mosman, Class 9; Galen Lee, Class 10; Matt Dorsey, Class 29; and Rick Pearson, Class 21.
Congratulations to Joel Wasem, Class 38, and his wife, Jordan, on the birth of a son, Jason Joel, born on December 2. Jason entered the world weighing 7 lbs. and 14 ounces and was 21" long. Jason joins an older sister and brother. Joel is employed at CHS Primeland in Grangeville.
Class 40 also celebrated a new addition to their class family; Madelyn Jana Ashcraft was born on Monday, December 9, to Jared Ashcraft and his wife, Amanda. Madelyn weighed in at 8 lbs. 6 ounces and was 20" long. She joins two older brothers and one older sister. Jared works for Idaho Ag Credit in Rexburg as a loan officer.
Sympathy is extended to Katie Dennis, Class 40, who lost her mother to cancer on Thursday before the start of the Moscow Session. Katie is employed with USDA NRCS in Gooding.
We recently learned that Steve Fullmer, Class 11, passed away in October. Our sympathy is extended to his wife, Diane, and extended family members. Steve had been employed with USDA FSA in Blackfoot.
Governor Brad Little recently appointed a Shared Stewardship Advisory Committee. Serving as a member of that committee is Dustin Miller, Class 28, who is the State Director of the Idaho Department of Lands.
On November 24, Ben Schumacher, Class 39, became engaged to Tia Brady. Ben works for Seeds Inc. on the Camas Prairie.
Sympathy is extended to Andrea Thompson, Class 40, on the sudden passing of her father on December 9. Andrea is employed at the Idaho State Department of Agriculture as a Field Services Program Specialist based in Boise.
Idaho Ag in the Classroom (AITC) recognized three individuals with the Advocate of Idaho Agriculture Award. Candi Fitch, Class 28, Benjamin Kelly, Class 29, and Nic Gibson, Class 37. Each was selected for a different role that they have played in supporting the AITC program. The presentation of the awards took place at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the organization.
Elected to the Board of Directors for Idaho Ag in the Classroom were the following: Stephanie Duckett, Class 40; Matt Gellings, Class 19; and Ann Jacops, Class 31. Stephanie and Matt are both involved in production agriculture. Ann works in the same office as Candi Fitch and represents a number of commodity organizations.
The Christmas Holiday Season is the ideal time to promote the sale of tickets for the Grand Prize for the LIA Auction. Tickets are available online at www.leadershipidahoag.org/auction. During the Pocatello Session, members of Class 40 were given ten tickets each to sell.
Thanks to Travis Lammers, Class 34, who stepped in to help with the Pocatello Session of LIA in the absence of Co-chairman Kyle Wangemann. Travis served as a co-chairman for Class 39 and was familiar with the routine.
We appreciate the LIA Alumni who served as speech coaches during the Pocatello Session: Mark Pratt, Class 11, was the coordinator for the coaches and those serving included: Wendy Pratt, Class 35; Logan Schmidt, Class 37; Janice Stimpson, Class 17; Derek Reed, Class 31; and Kyle Wangemann, Class 36. Teaching the public speaking portion of the program was Lisa Shively, Class 15. The afternoon centered around small group work on public speaking and that evening, six speakers were selected to present to the class. Those selected to speak included: Cori Wittman Stitt, Lapwai; Dave Reynolds, Kuna; Cindy Vaughn, Sandpoint; Bo Isham, Wilder; Joe Moore, Nampa; and Devin Fielding, Shelley.
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Thomas Jefferson Direct Descendants
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Direct Descendants Of Thomas Jefferson John Works is a direct descendant of Thomas Jefferson, and past president of the Monticello. Andrew Jr. and his twin, Thomas Jefferson Donelson, remained close all of their Direct descendants named Jackson may be limited today, but the Jackson.
For the past 25 years, Monticello has been gathering accounts from descendants of the people enslaved by Thomas Jefferson. Those stories, along with other restorations and a new exhibit on Sally Hemings, reveal a fuller story about slavery, freedom and the complicated history of the nation’s third president. WCVE’s Hawes Spencer has more for Virginia Currents.
“Many historians now believe the third president of the United States was the father of her six children,” wrote Krissah Thompson, in a recent article for the Washington Post. The woman referred to is.
Descendants of both Jefferson and Hemings weigh in on their feelings regarding the legitimacy of the relationship between Thomas and Sally. Scholars like Dr. Eugene Foster give professional opinions on what the DNA and the hard facts really mean.
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Mr. Coates took direct aim at Mitch McConnell. to say that this nation is both its credits and debits. That if Thomas Jefferson matters, so does Sally Hemings. That if D-Day matters, so does Black.
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It should be stressed that no DNA from Thomas Jefferson’s “direct line” was possible, as he had no living direct male descendants. To overcome this problem, DNA samples were taken from a direct male.
Her story is the American story. Evelia Jones is a direct descendant of Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson. Before retiring, she was a teacher in Los Angeles public schools for 34 years. Jones wrote.
Sally Hemings descendants may not be Thomas Jefferson’s. of monthly loaded benefit card, curtesy of the Jefferson family descendants. From what I recall the Jefferson family descendants who were in the direct line of descent from the President, were literally forced to submit to a DNA test. Those who choose to believe that she had a.
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Jun 29, 2017 · Ancestry.com’s new commercial suggests their PR people saw Key and Peele’s old sketch about Thomas Jefferson. The company is ready to rebrand its image. of direct descendants.
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Character historian Bill Barker will portray Jefferson alongside her. "There’s so much content," Dunn said. She is a direct descendant of Thomas Harriott, the first recorded British explorer to make.
These types of letters that are owned by direct descendants are usually donated to private. “To read about the country’s independence from the pen of Thomas Jefferson is incredible.” The letter was.
The Jefferson-Hemings DNA Study as told by Herbert Barger, Jefferson Family Historian February 12, 1999 Revised August 30, 2000 I would like to address the issue of the Thomas Jefferson DNA Study and give my first hand account regarding the misleading headline in the science journal Nature dated November 5, 1998. It has had a…
Apr 28, 2017 · Jefferson’s direct descendants, Thomas Jefferson Randolph and Ellen Randolph Coolidge, stood by the conclusion that either Peter or Samuel Carr (both Jefferson’s nephews) had fathered Hemings.
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A rare letter from Founding Father Thomas Jefferson is for sale for $325,000 after a Mississippi family found the letter in a box of heirlooms inside their home. The four-page letter from Jefferson is.
But the most interesting bit of news to emerge here is that not only was American Founding Father and third president of the United States President Thomas Jefferson. connected to her family line.
Libel Against Thomas Jefferson Continues. decades — at the hands of descendants of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings in. from a direct male descendant of Thomas Jefferson’s uncle, Field.
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In 2006, at Cherry Blossom time, it boasted one of the largest gatherings of presidential descendants in recent memory and so the tradition gained prominence. From Grover Cleveland’s grandson to Jenna Bush, a large gathering of them showed up this past year. Chris Truscott, direct descendant of Thomas Jefferson.
First families: A reunion of presidential relatives. Share; Tweet. presidential descendants descend on this quaint town. Rocca found the descendant of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings.
The family lived through a tornado that ripped through Jefferson. The American Red Cross announced it has opened three shelters in the Jefferson City area, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 1201.
Among Thomas Jefferson’s six acknowledged children, only Martha (1772-1836) and Mary (1778-1804) lived to maturity. So the Jefferson male line was represented by DNA samples from descendants of Field Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson’s paternal uncle.
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But new historical evidence shows that a direct ancestor of George W. the only other president they flagged up with definite slave dealer ancestry was Thomas Jefferson, whose father-in-law, John.
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Mar 27, 2012 · [*Although some Jefferson researchers had disputed the validity of the claims that Sally’s children were fathered by Thomas Jefferson, most of these doubts were put to rest after a 1998 Y-DNA test on Sally’s son Eston’s direct male line descendants proved that they carry the Y chromosome of Thomas Jefferson’s male line.
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Outline and Powersoft electrify Rockin’1000
Rockin’ 1000 at the newly renovated Milano-Linate airport (photo: Marco Onofri)
Italy - After captivating the Stade De France in Paris and the Commerzbank Arena in Frankfurt, Rockin’1000 brought their That’s Live - No Borders, On Board tour to Italy, landing in Milan and hosting two special guests, Manuel Agnelli from Afterhours (joined by Rodrigo D’Erasmo), and Subsonica.
The band originally found fame on 26 July 2015 at the Ippodromo Park in Cesena, where the 1,000-piece band played Learn to Fly in an effort to convince Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl to perform live in Italy (which happened the following November). Since then, the Thousand have been organising concerts around the world.
The band’s latest appearance - an outdoor show at newly renovated Milano-Linate airport - required the combined audio firepower of Outline’s GTO system and Powersoft’s K and X Series amplifiers to match up to the sheer the size of the stage and venue. This combination proved extremely effective at capturing the band’s massive live sound in Florence in 2018, so the show’s organisers knew the technology would be up to the task.
With so much equipment necessary to pull off this event, the gear had to be supplied by three companies, all of which belong to Outline and Powersoft’s Italian / European rental network: Gigant Sound (Poznań, Poland), Emporio On Stage (Scandicci, Florence), and Show Technologies (Recco, Genova).
To ensure even coverage across the venue, 100 of Outline’s GTO modules and 72 Outline DBS 18-2 subs were required. Several point-source systems (about 14 Outline Vegas 12 CX) were scattered among the Thousand as fold-backs and another 6 speakers (Outline Vegas 15 CX) were used for the monitoring on the stage.’
With the entire live system relying on 101 Powersoft amplifier platforms strategically positioned throughout the venue, reliability, power and impeccable audio performance were guaranteed.
The tech team chose 73 K10DSP AESOP to drive the main hangs, 23 K20DSP AESOP for the subs and five X8 Dante for fold-back, the conductor’s communication with the Thousand, and on-stage monitoring.
“The biggest challenges when amplifying the Rockin’1000 are the spatialisation and high harmonic content of the source,” says FOH engineer, Luca Stefani. “Managing this has been one of the most complex problems we have faced since the very first shows with the band.”
He continues: “First, the performance area is about 100m wide x 50m deep and contains 1,000 different sound sources. This is incredibly difficult to discern through a single speaker due to the distortion caused by the transducers in trying to replicate such a complex mix. The technologies already on the market were unable to solve this problem, so we had to create a different way of arranging the PA and a different way of distributing the signals.”
At Milano-Linate airport, the crew rigged 10 speaker clusters to a total of six towers. Each area of the audience, including the sides, was covered by at least two clusters; one left and one right. Each of these clusters received a dedicated mix of different signals that tries to represent the acoustic sound coming from the 1,000 musicians.
The DBS 18-2 subs were placed in end-fire configuration at the foot of each tower and at intervals between them. In this case too, each sub block was driven by a dedicated signal to allow the engineer the freedom to decide the musical content to be reproduced.
The scale of the networking was just as impressive with 22 separate signals (10 for the arrays and 12 for the subs) coming to FOH via Dante. Thanks to Powersoft Armonìa and Outline Dashboard, the engineers were able to keep things at a manageable level.
Outline’s R&D engineer, Giulio Gandini, explained the complex system: “Given the distribution of the amplification racks, we opted to use four Newtons as Dante/analogue converters and to add an additional level of processing. This allowed us to ‘colour’ the whole system according to the needs of the sound engineers.
“In the stage area we had two switches properly set for Dante, one for the primary and another for the secondary. From here, via a ‘star’ connection we went to each Newton with two ethernet cables. This guaranteed a high level of stability in the event of power problems in a tower. Each Newton, having two independent power supplies, was connected to two different power lines in order to guarantee greater stability.”
Despite the challenges and complexity inherent in such an event, sound designer Francesco Penolazzi was confident that the Milano-Linate airport show was the Rockin’1000’s finest to date. He said: “It was fantastic and couldn’t have been possible without such an amazing team of capable and inspired people.”
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Class of 1971 Fall 2019 Letter
Dear Class of 1971 Alumni,
It promises to be an exciting year for Luther. In November, the college inaugurated its eleventh president, Dr. Jenifer K. Ward. President Ward joins the Luther community with more than three decades of experience as an educator, scholar, and academic leader after serving, most recently, as provost and dean of the college at Centenary College in Shreveport, Louisiana. Prior to joining Centenary, President Ward served in several leadership roles at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, Washington, including dean of the college, interim provost, and associate provost. She was also a faculty member at Gustavus Adolphus College, where she taught German.
In a message to the Luther community, President Ward said, “Our work together must be strategic, collaborative, creative, and—most importantly—must articulate what it means to be both grounded in Decorah, Iowa with a face to the world, and set goals for how we can adapt Luther’s past and present for a sustainable future.”
A self-described extrovert and lover of art, film, and literature, President Ward started her duties at Luther July 1, and her official inauguration took place November 1–3.
Learn more about President Ward—including her thoughts on food, art, Twitter, Decorah, and higher ed—on Luther’s YouTube channel (youtube.com, then search “Luther College President Ward”) or in the fall issue of the Luther Magazine: luther.edu/magazine.
Also, while you’re at it, use this checklist to up your Luther social media game:
❏ Follow Luther College on Twitter: @LutherCollege
❏ Follow Luther College on Instagram: @LutherCollege
❏ Follow the Luther College Alumni Facebook page: @facebook.com/luthercollegealumni
And, finally, keep in mind that Christmas at Luther takes place December 5–8. This year’s theme is Whom Angels Greet with Anthems Sweet. Luther would be happy to see you there!
Mariah (Bringer) Smith ’95
Director of Development, Current Gifts
700 College Dr.
Decorah, IA. 52101
P.S. Your class is currently without a class agent!! Is anyone out there interested in taking the reins? Or even a couple of you? Many classes have two to four class agents who take turns writing the class agent letters (two per year). If this sounds like something you may be interested in learning more about, please contact Mariah Smith at [email protected], or 563-387-1096.
Lee Afdahl of Pine Island, Minn., is retired after nearly 50 years of church music ministry.
Kate (Stadler) Haugen of Minneapolis retired from her position as associate vice president for student affairs at North Dakota State University.
Gary Knutson of Chatham, Ill., retired from Guardian Building Products.
Becky (Linnevold) Shaw was named a 2019 Women of Influence Honoree by Business Record. Shaw joined Des Moines University six years ago after serving as an OB/GYN physician in private practice for 26 years. In 2004, she was named medical director of Iowa Health-Des Moines Midwifery Services, a position she held for nearly 10 years. Over the past six years, she has led students on four global medical service trips to third-world countries. Shaw also serves on the Des Moines Symphony board. She has been recognized with numerous awards, including Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser from the Association of Fundraising Professionals; the Phi Beta Kappa Alumnus Award from Luther College; the Alpha Omega Alpha Alumnus Award from the University of Iowa College of Medicine; and the Women of Vision Award from the Young Women’s Resource Center.
Jim McCaffrey of Decorah died Aug. 1, 2019, age 67.
The full obituary of the classmate listed above can be found on the Luther College website at: luther.edu/in-memoriam
If you would like a printout of the obituary listed above in its entirety mailed to you, please contact us at: [email protected], or 563-387-1509.
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PM Narendra Modi with Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari (left) and Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje (right) during the inauguration function in Udaipur on Tuesday. Photo: PTI
Narendra Modi inaugurates Rs15,000-crore worth road projects in Rajasthan
2 min read . Updated: 30 Aug 2017, 06:33 AM IST Jyotika Sood
With an eye on assembly polls in Rajasthan due next year, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated highway and road projects worth Rs15,000 crore in Udaipur
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New Delhi: With an eye on assembly polls in Rajasthan due next year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday inaugurated highway and road projects worth Rs15,000 crore for the state in Udaipur on Tuesday.
Modi said his government has tried to bring in a culture of project-completion, unlike past governments that allowed them to languish for years. “Infrastructure is very important for development of a country and they are expensive and take long time. To undertake such projects needs courage and that is why politicians run from long-term projects," said Modi. He added that in the coming days the government proposed to take up another Rs9,000 crore worth of infra projects in Rajasthan.
Stressing the importance of infrastructure for development, he said these highways will help farmers, boost tourism and open up economic opportunities for the local people. They would not only help link Rajasthan more efficiently but also be gateways to progress.
“You cannot imagine how much strength it takes to work in this system and get things done… .It is taking so much strength for me to take out lapsed projects and then revive them," said Modi.
He said he was happy that former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s dream project of Golden Quadrilateral is complete now as today he inaugurates Chambal bridge in Kota, which connects the East-West corridor of the project. Modi inaugurated 12 national highways projects worth Rs5,610 crore and laid foundation stones for 11 projects worth Rs9,490 crore.
Gadkari said the centre plans to spend around Rs2 trillion in the next five years for building national highways in Rajasthan. Rajasthan had just 7,498km of national highways till June 2014 but the centre had managed to double this figure to 14,465km in just three years, he added.
Announcing new projects, Gadkari said a 195-km greenfield expressway will come up between Delhi and Jaipur. This will start from Kherki Daula in Gurgaon, connect with Dwarka Expressway, then, going via Pataudi, it will connect with NH-8 at Chandwaji near Jaipur. There will also be a new railway line from Jaisalmer to Kandla.
The move comes at a time when the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is eyeing 180-plus seats out of 200 in the next assembly elections in 2018. The target was set in early May during the party’s state-level working committee meeting. In the 2013 assembly polls, the BJP won 163 seats, while the Congress party got 22.
Rajasthan chief minister Vasundhara Raje used the stage to hint at the BJP’s agenda for next poll. She said, “We are committed to new, young and modern Rajasthan." The CM said around 600 start-ups have been launched in the state after her government took office.
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Jackie Newgent RDN, CDN, is a classically-trained chef, registered dietitian nutritionist, award-winning cookbook author, professional recipe developer, and media personality. She is author of several cookbooks, including The All‐Natural Diabetes Cookbook and Big Green Cookbook. She’s a healthy cooking instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education. Jackie is a former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has made guest appearances on dozens of television news shows. She resides in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. @jackienewgent
Burn more calories during the day by taking the stairs, standing instead of sitting and making other small changes to your movement habits.
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If you're looking to drop a few pounds, you may have noticed that there's a seemingly endless supply of weight-loss tips and tricks out there that go far beyond the "eat less, move more" mantra. But how do you know which advice is safe — and will actually move the scale?
We scoured the research and assembled the most intriguing weight-management hacks you may not have heard before, all grounded in sound science. (Translation: No fad diets here.) Check out these 13 strategies that really work.
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1. Burn Calories Doing Everyday Activities
"NEAT" — which stands for nonexercise activity thermogenesis — is a simple concept that can lead to weight loss. It refers to the energy expended during typical daily activities like walking, standing and even fidgeting. This type of movement may help you burn several hundred additional daily calories above your baseline, according to an April 2015 research review published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
This doesn't mean you can fidget instead or doing your sweaty workouts. But it does mean that it can be helpful to find ways to boost movement during the times you might normally be sitting at work, watching TV or just exercising your thumbs on a smart device.
So opt for a standing desk, take the stairs when they're right next to the escalator or use the excuse to paint and redecorate your bedroom, the latter of which can burn up to 200 calories per hour.
Read more: 10 Creative Hacks to Cut Down on Your Sitting Time
2. Resist Distractions at Dinnertime
"I think it's really important for everyone to pay attention to their food," says Sarah Pflugradt, RDN, author of You Get One Body. "In the United States, we are fast and distracted eaters. Sometimes, all it takes is to slow down and think about each food we are eating."
Each time you sit down to eat, ask yourself why you are eating that particular food, says Pflugradt. "Is it good for your bones or your muscles, or does it make you feel good? All are valid reasons for eating."
Science supports this idea, too. A review of 19 previous studies, published in the January 2015 issue of Psychosomatic Medicine, found that 13 of those studies linked mindfulness-based eating strategies to significant weight loss. The review authors weren't able to say exactly how or how much mindfulness acted as a mechanism for weight loss, and they say that more research is still needed to better understand this relationship. But the takeaway? It's worth paying closer attention to what's going in your mouth at mealtimes.
3. Swap Mushrooms for Red Meat
Portobello mushrooms can be a great substitute for beef.
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Want to lose seven pounds? One of the most logical ways to lose that weight is to simply eat fewer calories than your body needs. But just eating less is not necessarily the answer to long-term weight loss.
One of the more intriguing, delicious and effective ways to cut calories without actually eating less is to swap mushrooms in place of red meat. The results of a small December 2013 study, involving 73 obese adults and published in Appetite, suggest that doing so could lead to a reduction of calories, body weight, body fat, body mass index, waist circumference and more.
Participants in that study who followed a mushroom diet lost an average of seven pounds — and they kept it off for the entire year they were monitored. So fire up the grill and toss on a portobello for a delicious, sizzling mushroom "steak."
4. Slow Your Dinner Roll With Chopsticks
Reserve your need for speed for sprints rather than your dining habits. Racing to finish everything on your plate can result in overindulging — especially if you overserved your portions to begin with.
Need proof? A July 2014 review in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that a slower eating pace was associated with lower calorie intake. In other words, eating more slowly may lead to weight loss.
Of course, that can be easier in theory than in practice. So here's a tip: Use chopsticks. It won't hurt, and it may just help. Indeed, a September 2012 study published in Obesity observed that diners with higher body mass indexes (BMIs) were more likely to use forks, rather than chopsticks, at Chinese all-you-can-eat restaurants.
Read more: 4 Things That Happen When You Eat too Fast — and How to Slow Down
5. Banish the Munchies With Chewing Gum
Do you have a hankering for an afternoon snack? If properly planned, between-meal noshing can be helpful for managing weight. When it's unmanaged, however, it might just lead to excess calorie intake.
Luckily, there's a fun way to curb excess carb cravings: Chew gum. A November 2015 study published in Physiology & Behavior that was conducted in healthy-weight and obese women found that chewing gum after lunch (15 minutes per hour over a three-hour period) can boost satiety as well as help reduce high-carbohydrate snacking in the afternoon.
If you tend to overdo it on salty or sweet munchie snacks like pretzels or cookies, try unwrapping a few sticks of gum instead.
6. Fool Yourself Full With Pistachios
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Here's some nutty advice for you: You can actually fool yourself into feeling full by enjoying in-shell pistachios as a snack. The trick? Seeing the leftover shells may provide you with a visual reminder about portion size, potentially helping to curb your intake and the amount of calories you consume, according to an October 2011 study in the journal Appetite. While this research is nearly a decade old, it remains the only published study to test this phenomenon, which has been known ever since as the "pistachio principle."
Plus, pistachios are one of the lowest-calorie nuts: They have only 160 calories per serving, according to the USDA, and they offer the most nuts per serving (about 49 kernels). So go get counting — and cracking!
7. Choose Your Plates Wisely
We've supersized our dishware over the decades. In fact, the diameter of a typical American dinner plate increased nearly 23 percent from 1990 to 2010, from around 9.6 inches to 11.8 inches, according to an August 2012 study in the Journal of Consumer Research. So, if you use a 10-inch rather than a nearly foot-wide plate, will you lose weight?
Seems like a no-brainer: Based on size alone, the switch should result in consuming 23 percent fewer calories, right? Not exactly, says a 2017 review published in Current Obesity Reports, which found that studies on this topic have been inconsistent — and in most, the effect of plate size on portion size was small.
However, the review did find that using a larger plate may actually help you increase vegetable intake. So, what to do about your dinnerware? If you plan to indulge in, say, mac 'n' cheese, use a small plate or bowl. But if a veggie-loaded meal awaits, go big.
8. Go Ahead and Hit the Snooze Button
Losing weight isn't just about what's going on while you're awake; how much and how well you're sleeping seems to play a role as well. Plenty of research has supported this idea over the years. For example, a June 2019 study in the International Journal of Obesity showed that overweight people who slept less than six hours a night (or who reported high variability in the number of hours they usually slept) lost less weight over 12 months than those who regularly snoozed for seven to nine hours a night.
Sure, the more you sleep, the fewer hours you spend awake (and potentially consuming calories). But there's more to it than that, says Pflugradt. "Simply getting enough sleep can help you reset your body," she says. "In addition, those who get enough sleep tend to make healthier food choices throughout the day."
Read more: 9 Surprising Ways Sleep Affects Your Whole Body
9. Simplify Your Dish
Remember KISS: Keep it super simple. Why? Having too many different options to choose from may make us more likely to overeat, according to an April 2015 study published in PLOS One. Specifically, researchers found that people who regularly ate multiple brands of pizza were more likely to see pizza as less filling (and to eat more in one sitting) than those who usually ate the same brand.
There doesn't seem to be a simple reason why this happens, but perceived volume and prior experience with the food can possibly impact your portion-size decisions, experts say. So if you're watching your calories, resist the instinct to create a sensory overload of colors, textures and aromas on every plate and in every bowl. Or, rather, save it for healthy, low-calorie dishes, says Pflugradt — like a big salad with lots of different fruits and vegetables.
10. Track Your Progress With an App
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Losing weight? There's an app for that!
Your smartphone is a smart tool for your health if you download and use a weight-loss or food-tracking app, according to a February 2019 study in the journal JMIR mHealth and uHealth, which found that using an app to monitor diet and/or weight for 12 weeks resulted in "clinically significant weight loss." The authors concluded that using an app may keep people from falling off the weight-loss wagon and help them keep pounds off long-term.
You can also use apps or wearable devices to monitor your physical activity — or even to motivate you to do more. For example, a Fitbit, Apple Watch or other activity tracker can help you reach a goal of 10,000 (or more!) steps per day.
Whether you choose to use electronic devices to help with your weight-loss efforts should be a personal decision, says Pflugradt, and it's important not to rely too heavily on them. For some people, she says, "they can become an obsession, or even make you resent the weight-loss process."
But for others, Pflugradt adds, they can be an invaluable tool and an important part of losing weight and keeping it off. "They can be really helpful to provide a baseline education for the amount of calories in a particular food or make you aware of how many calories you burn during exercise," she says.
Download the app: Try LIVESTRONG.com's MyPlate Calorie Tracker
11. Drink Two Cups of Water 30 Minutes Before Meals
While it's not a magic-bullet solution, enjoying a 16-ounce glass of plain water 30 minutes before most or all of your meals may help you lose 3 pounds over the next three months.
In a small August 2015 study, featuring 84 adults and published in the journal Obesity, researchers found that participants who drank water before meals lost more weight than those who didn't. In fact, those who preloaded before all three daily meals lost an average of nine pounds over the 12-week period.
One potential reason why this happens is that the volume of the water may help you feel fuller, the researchers hypothesized. Losing weight doesn't get much simpler than that.
Pro tip: Add citrus slices and fresh mint to make plain water extra enticing.
Read more: 12 Ways to Make Water Taste (Much) Better
12. Fill Half Your Plate With Healthy Vegetables
One of the most creative and effective ways to lose weight may be the most logical: Filling 50 percent of your plate with fruits and vegetables, as recommended by the USDA's research-based MyPlate guidelines.
Of course, you won't want those veggies laden with grease or swimming in heavy cream. "I like to tell clients to focus on whole-food choices," says Pflugradt. "The least processed something is, the better it is for you."
Pflugradt tells her clients to aim for half a plate of vegetables, a quarter-plate of protein and a quarter-plate of grains, and to eat fruit several times a day. Many companies even sell pre-portioned plates to help you out. Pick one and test this "nondiet" trick out for yourself.
Read more: The Best Portion Control Plates for Your Healthy-Eating Goals
13. Eat Dinner for Breakfast
Eating a big breakfast may help you consume less calories overall throughout the day.
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"One helpful tip is to think about restructuring your daily meals," says Pflugradt. "Instead of making dinner the heaviest meal, switch it to breakfast. Keep lunch the same and eat a lighter dinner."
While there hasn't been a lot of research on this exact strategy, a 93-person study published in the December 2013 issue of Obesity found that obese women who ate a 700-calorie breakfast and a 200-calorie dinner lost more weight and felt less hungry throughout the day than those who ate a 200-calorie breakfast and a 700-calorie dinner.
A June 2018 paper published in Nutrition Bulletin also notes that the timing of calorie intake does appear to have a significant effect on weight loss, calorie consumption and metabolism. "Growing evidence suggests some truth to the adage 'Breakfast like a king and dine like a pauper,' with meal timing appearing to influence energy balance and bodyweight," the authors wrote.
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Vulnerable man was tortured and killed by two men who wanted money for drugs, court hears
Michael Pickering and Leon Wilkes are accused of murdering Jonathan Herd at his flat in Oldham
Andrew Bardsley
A vulnerable man was tortured and killed in his own home by two men who wanted money for drugs, a jury heard.
Jonathan Herd, 44, suffered 115 separate injuries, some of which ‘showed signs of torture’, prosecutors said.
His parents discovered their son’s body when they arrived at his Oldham flat for their daily visit.
Michael Pickering, 31, and Leon Wilkes, 38, are both on trial accused of Mr Herd’s murder, and deny any wrongdoing.
On the first day of a Manchester Crown Court trial, prosecutor Rob Hall said that Mr Herd, who lived alone at his flat in Lees New Road, Holts, Oldham, died some time between 5am and 11am on Sunday, July 30.
Mr Herd invited the defendants into his flat after they asked to charge a mobile phone, the jury heard.
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After being ‘savagely’ attacked, his injuries included a bleed on the brain, two punctured lungs, cuts to his face, neck and arms and legs.
A knife was also ‘driven down’ into Mr Herd’s bare right foot, the jury heard.
Mr Hall said: “The Crown’s case is that these two defendants wanted money to buy illegal drugs, most likely cocaine, or perhaps thought that Mr Herd may have illegal drugs in his flat.
Fire alarm systems were operational and activated at blaze-hit Northern Quarter tower block
“They proceeded to torture him in more and more painful ways in the hope that he would give them what they wanted.
“In the end he didn’t have what they wanted.”
The jury was told that they left Mr Herd’s flat with £40 in cash, an Xbox and Xbox games, DVDs, his mobile phone and a gold chain.
Mr Hall said they tried to ‘clean up’ the blood stained scene of ‘devastation’ in the flat following the attack, with tissues containing blood being found.
A blood stained knife containing Mr Herd’s DNA was recovered from the flat.
The court heard that nearly two decades ago Mr Herd’s former partner had died, and that he turned to drink as a way of managing his grief.
He had lost his job and lost a lot of weight, and was described as ‘vulnerable’ by Mr Hall.
He said: “Mr Herd was a kind man who tried to think the best of people. He had worked in the care sector working for others.”
Chinatown building where two rough sleepers were murdered to be converted into flats
At the time of his death, Mr Herd was making good progress in battling his drink problem, it was said.
The night before his death, he had called his parents at about 7pm to let them know he was okay.
This was the last time they spoke before they discovered his body, Mr Hall said.
At about 5am, the jury was told, Mr Herd was woken up by the two defendants knocking on the door of the communal entrance to the flats, before letting them in.
They spent time in a flat belonging to one of Mr Herd’s neighbours, a woman who did not like to be alone after her partner had also died.
Then at 11am, Mr Herd’s parents, who were visiting as they did every morning, discovered their son’s dead body.
89-year-old driver faces jail after killing a father who heroically pushed his daughter out of harm's way
Prosecutors said there is ‘no doubt’ that Mr Pickering and Mr Wilkes were the only two other people in Mr Herd’s flat when he was murdered.
Mr Herd, who stood at 5ft 4in and just under nine stone, would have been ‘no match’ for the ‘stockier pair’ of Mr Pickering and Mr Wilkes, the jury was told.
Mr Pickering, of no fixed abode, and Mr Wilkes, of Victor Street, Lees, Oldham, both deny murder.
Proceeding.
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Plea agreement deadline set in Ashland rape case
Brock Martin will not be requesting another mental health evaluation related to allegations he raped a 6-year-old girl.
Plea agreement deadline set in Ashland rape case Brock Martin will not be requesting another mental health evaluation related to allegations he raped a 6-year-old girl. Check out this story on mansfieldnewsjournal.com: https://ohne.ws/1j6nRv2
Kaitlin Durbin, Reporter Published 4:49 p.m. ET Nov. 17, 2015 | Updated 4:50 p.m. ET Nov. 17, 2015
Brock Martin(Photo: File photo)
ASHLAND - In a second hearing over the competency of an Ashland man accused of raping a 6-year-old girl, his attorney said they will not be requesting another evaluation.
Brock Martin, 25, was found competent to stand trial following his first hearing at the beginning of November. He remains in jail on a $1 million bond.
The court set a plea agreement deadline of Jan. 26, "after which date the court will not accept a plea agreement," court documents said.
A jury trial is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Feb. 16.
Martin previously pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity to 11 charges, including aggravated burglary, rape and kidnapping involving a minor he is accused of removing from her Orange Road home and assaulting in the backyard in August.
While being interviewed by police about those allegations, Martin reportedly confessed his involvement in three other sexually motivated crimes for which he also was indicted. He also was charged with aggravated possession of drugs in connection with an Oct. 17 incident involving Percocet.
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Published: May 12, 2006 3:57 a.m. ET
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- French construction group Vinci fr:012548 has been approached by several firms over possibly acting as an adviser in the restructuring of the debt-ridden Eurotunnel uk:etl fr:012537, a spokeswoman for the company said. But Vinci has not made any decisions about its role, she said, declining further comment. A report in France's Les Echos newspaper on Friday said Vinci is in talks with Goldman Sachs and Australia's Macquarie Bank about subscribing to a hybrid bond issue as part of a financial restructuring of Eurotunnel.
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In the five decades after the Yellow Kid first appeared in 1895, the funnies became an essential element of American life. Comic strip characters-Buster Brown, the Katzenjammer Kids, Krazy Kat, Tarzan, Dick Tracy, Popeye, Blondie, Li'l Abner-were everywhere. They starred in live-action and animated films, stage plays, and radio programs. Their phrases invaded the language; their adventures, which reflected societal changes, were retold in books and inspired hit songs. This visually stunning, comprehensive survey-copiously illustrated with rare original comics art-is the most authoritative history of prewar American newspaper comics currently in print. It documents the major trends in the funnies business, decade by decade, and presents in-depth biographies of 21 of the most influential creators of the era.
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The Mythmaker
By Mary Harrell
Chiron Publications
The Mythmaker is a personal myth, a fiction, based on author and depth psychologist Dr. Mary Harrell’s life. After the sudden death of her mother, seven young children and an overwhelmed father were left to figure out what to do. Acknowledging that seminal happenings enwombed in our past seek re-membering, and in the tradition of personal mythtelling, Dr. Harrell, began a writer’s journey, to re-collect the meaning of her story. She proceeded in a series of spiralic returns gathering meaningful shards of symbolic experience.
Imaginal Figures
By Mary Harrell, Ph.D.
Chiron Publications/innerQuestBooks
Imaginal Figures in Everyday Life: Stories from the World Between Matter and Mind is an offering, a sharing if you will, of personal healing and growth through the lens of Jungian psychology. Authentic snapshots of experience are provided by Mary Harrell, opening her readers to the wonders that imaginal figurest bring. Imaginal beings manifest in dreams; they live in the mythical stories that capture our imagination, and in whispers from ancestors asking that we bring voice to the unfinished narratives of their lives. Each chapter is an invitation to readers to enter the world of imaginal experience, a world that Iranologist Henry Corbin called the mundus imaginalis. It is in this world, for example, that grief becomes a path to transformation, or that a summer breeze sings the song of enchantment. In the subtle language uniquely theirs, cultural figures speak to all of us, asking that we use our embodied presence to join them in reclaiming the soul of the world.
Activist Art in Social Justice Pedagogy
Edited by Barbara Beyerbach & R. Deborah Davis
(Invited Chapter: Enlivening the Curriculum through Imagination, Mary Harrell)
Artists have always had a role in imagining a more socially just, inclusive world - many have devoted their lives to realizing this possibility. In a culture ever more embedded in performance and the visual, an examination of the role of the arts in multicultural teaching for social justice is timely. This book examines and critiques approaches to using activist art to teach a multicultural curriculum. Examples of activist artists and their strategies illustrate how study of and engagement in this process connect local and global issues that can deepen critical literacy and a commitment to social justice. This book is relevant to those interested in teaching more about artist/activist social movements around the globe; preparing pre-service teachers to teach for social justice; concerned about learning how to engage diverse learners through the arts; and teaching courses related to arts-based multicultural education, critical literacy, and culturally relevant teaching.
Stone Canoe, Number 8: A Journal of Arts, Literature and Social Commentary
By Robert Colley (Editor)
(Anthologized Poetry: The Work of Chairs, Mary Harrell)
www.stonecanoejournal.org
Stone Canoe, published annually by University College of Syracuse University, was founded in 2007 for the purpose of showcasing Upstate New York’s best artists and writers. The journal’s mission has expanded over the years to include occasional contributors from elsewhere in the world who have significant ties to the region, but the emphasis continues to be on promoting the creative excellence and diversity of the broader Upstate artistic community.
How Do We Know They Know?: A conversation about pre-service teachers learning about culture and social justice
By R. Deborah Davis (Editor), Arcenia London (Editor), Barbara Beyerbach (Editor)
(Invited Chapter: Social Justice Teaching, Being Fully Present in Relationship, Mary Harrell)
Teacher education programs are charged with educating teachers to teach all students - preparing them to teach multiethnic, multiracial, multilingual, and differently-abled students in an increasingly global, inter-dependent world. This book takes as its starting point the assumption that pre-service teacher candidates, primarily white and middle-class, come to college to pursue a teaching degree having little if any experience of a social nature with persons not like themselves. Rooted in areas of theory and practice and based around the «Schools and Society» and «Culturally Relevant Teaching» courses required by the Teacher Education Program social justice conceptual framework, «How Do We Know They Know?» is a conversation about ways to assess these pre-service teachers’ growth and movement, as they progress from naiveté to awareness about the realities of culture in schools.
Where Do We Go from Here?: Issues in the Sustainability of Professional Development School Partnerships
By Jane E. Neapolitan (Editor), Terry R. Berkeley (Editor)
(Invited Chapter with Ramalho and Beyerbah: Are We Promoting An Understanding Of Diversity?)
As teacher preparation undergoes closer scrutiny on the national scene, reformers ask: What is the future of Professional Development Schools (PDS)? How can research better address the developmental needs of partnerships? What types of organizational structures can ensure partnership success? What is the future of leadership in PDS? Are diversity and social justice - part of the original PDS vision - being served, as well? Written by scholar-practitioners who represent a new generation of PDS researchers, this book is a valuable source of critical analysis, reflection, and implications for taking PDS partnerships into the future for true school-university-community collaboration.
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Manuel excels in Bills' 43-19 preseason win over Steelers
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Aug 29, 2015 | 5:55 PM
Buffalo Bills cornerback Stephon Gilmore (24) is down after a tackle against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of a preseason NFL football game on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (Bill Wippert / AP)
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Rex Ryan said it's finally time to select the Buffalo Bills starting quarterback.
And the decision won't be an easy one.
And that's just the way the Bills coach wanted it, Ryan said after EJ Manuel made a case to reclaim his old job in a 43-19 preseason win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night.
"This is the ideal situation we had talked about. This is exactly what I wanted. And all three guys played to their abilities," Ryan said, upon announcing he intends to spend Sunday having a lengthy discussion with his staff to determine whether Manuel, Tyrod Taylor or Matt Cassel will be the team's season-opening starter. "The decision will be made and we'll move forward."
Ryan wouldn't say when he intends to announce his decision, and wouldn't provide any hint on which way he's leaning.
All he would reveal is that fourth-string quarterback Matt Simms will start Thursday in Buffalo's preseason finale at Detroit.
In five-plus series, Manuel went 7 of 8 for 170 yards and two touchdowns, a 67-yarder to tight end Charles Clay and a 37-yarder to Tobias Palmer.
Manuel is leaving the decision up to the Bills brain trust.
"I don't know, we'll see," the Bills' 2013 first-round draft pick said, when asked if he felt he's done enough. "It's coach's decision. But I know I played well."
Taylor went 12 of 13 for 122 yards and scored on a 20-yard run. Cassel went 6 of 7 for 38 yards in just two series for Buffalo (2-1)
For Pittsburgh (1-3), Michael Vick showed no signs of rust in making his preseason debut four days after signing with the Steelers.
Taking over for Ben Roethlisberger in the first quarter, Vick completed a 63-yard pass up the right sideline to Martavis Bryant on his first play from scrimmage. Vick finished 4 of 5 for 116 yards and was sacked once in two series.
Vick is competing with Landry Jones for the No. 2 job after backup Bruce Gradkowski sustained a season-ending injury to his left hand in 24-19 win over Green Bay last week.
Observations from the game:
SLOW-STARTING D:
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin isn't pleased with how his starting defense allowed 128 yards of offense and two touchdowns on the first six plays from scrimmage.
"We continue to be slow starters and that's disturbing," Tomlin said of a defense that went through a major offseason overhaul. "Some of those guys, quite frankly, look like the walking dead."
Tomlin wouldn't identify who, but the Steelers allowed a 41-yard run to Fred Jackson on the opening play. And then linebacker Ryan Shazier slipped in coverage, allowing Clay to get open on his 67-yard TD.
ACTION JACKSON:
After missing three weeks with an injured hamstring, Jackson was ready to run. After stepping out of bounds at the 2 on his first carry, Jackson got two more chances and scored with a 1-yard dive over the middle.
Not bad for the 34-year-old, who finished with five carries for 48 yards.
"I still have a lot to prove," Jackson said. "And today was a step in the right direction."
KICKING WOES:
Steelers: Pittsburgh might be searching for another kicker after Garrett Hartley hurt his right hamstring during a kickoff in the first quarter. Tomlin would only say Hartley's injury "doesn't look good." The Steelers signed the seventh-year player on Aug. 11 after Shawn Suisham sustained a season-ending injury to his left knee in the Hall of Fame game against Minnesota.
Bills: Dan Carpenter missed a 53-yard field-goal attempt wide left and also pushed an extra-point attempt wide right.
INJURIES: Bills WR Marquise Goodwin is out indefinitely with broken ribs after being hurt on a 19-yard catch. CB Stephon Gilmore hurt his shoulder, but test results revealed he did not sustain a concussion. WR/Returner Austin Willis sustained a concussion on a punt return.
ROOKIE WATCH:
Bills: CB Ronald Darby struggled in coverage. He had poor position on Bryant's 67-yard catch. The second-round draft pick was also flagged twice for pass interference: a 35-yard penalty against Bryant, and another in the end zone against Bryant.
Steelers: First-round pick, linebacker Bud Dupree, had one tackle before leaving the game with a right foot injury.
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A McSweeney’s Books Preview of M. Quint’s Debut Novel The Defiant.
by M. Quint
On a field trip to see famed privateer Francisco Ventana’s once-sunken ship, the Defiant, six kids from San Francisco’s Greenly School — a last-chance refuge for orphans, troublemakers, and misfits — find themselves stranded at the center of a storm unlike any other. By the time the clouds have cleared, and the strange pink flashes have faded from the sky, the Defiant is out on the open sea, San Francisco ablaze behind it. What follows is an adventure that will change the classmates’ lives forever — a journey across a dangerous ocean in search of a new home, with only their instincts and each other to rely on. Can they master the ship? Can they work together, and defend themselves against the unexpected adversaries they encounter on the way? Will they ever find land? You’ll have to join their voyage to find out.
A remarkable debut in the tradition of Gulliver’s Travels and Lord of the Flies, M. Quint’s The Defiant creates a world that’s all its own — thrilling and wholly original, filled with strange energies and superstitious survivors, and dozens of moments you won’t soon forget.
Today we’re featuring an excerpt from the book, which comes out on September 29, 2015. Mac Barnett, the bestselling author of the Brixton Brothers and The Terrible Two series, calls it “by turns exciting, dark, and moving — it’s a hallucinatory and mysterious take on the pirate novels I loved as a kid.” You can order the book, which features more than 20 illustrations by Lily Padula, at the McSweeney’s Store.
Back on deck, Farn opened the floor for any questions. Instantly, Carlos’s hand bolted into the air.
“Yes?” Farn said, and sighed. “You. Go ahead.”
“How do we know all the stuff you told us is right?”
For a moment, Farn looked taken aback. “Well,” he replied carefully, “the Institute for Nautical Archeology issued an extensive report on the excavation and restoration of the Defiant that you are welcome to read yourself.” He crossed his arms defensively. “But even before that, studying these great ships has been my life’s work. Of course, examination of various documents and manuscripts can help describe the practice of Iberian shipbuilding, but regular records weren’t kept until the sixteenth century—long after the Defiant had already been lost. In this ship’s time, such information was safeguarded in the minds of skilled masters who passed on their traditions orally, from generation to generation. Their secrecy ensured that their knowledge would not be stolen by competitors. They left nothing in writing, except for—”
“Hey!” Rose called out. “What’s Gabe looking at?”
Farn turned. Without anyone noticing, Gabriel had slipped away from the group again, and was now standing before the great glass box he’d passed by before. It nearly reached his chest.
“Ah,” Farn smiled back at Rose. “Perfect segue, my dear. Let’s go have a look.”
The students scrambled across the deck, eager to see what Gabriel had found. They crowded around the box, jostling each other to get a better look. And there, inside the case, resting on raised blocks, was an enormous, ancient book. It lay open at its center, a long length of deep crimson satin resting in the spine like a tongue. Long, fluid curls of ink swept and dipped across the pages, dancing along in a bold hand.
Illustration by Lily Padula
“What is it?” Esme breathed.
“The Codex Mare.” Farn’s grey eyes glittered as he spoke the name. “I was—”
“What’s it do?” Carlos cried. “Why’s it in that box? Who wrote it?”
“Carlos, please,” Ms. Inez said sternly. “Let Mr. Farn finish his talk.”
“I just—”
“This isn’t your personal tour,” Quincy said hotly. Ms. Inez held up a hand.
“Everyone can ask questions at the end.” She turned back to Farn. “Please, go on.”
Farn gave the teacher a tight smile, then turned to the students. “It was Ventana himself who wrote it,” he said. “It’s part journal, part instructions for operation and maintenance of the Defiant. Its latter third is composed entirely of maps—from Portugal down past Africa through the South Atlantic, up across South America through the Pacific and into the New World.”
“That’s here—America,” Carlos whispered to Rose.
“I know that,” Rose snapped.
“Ventana’s maps,” Farn continued, “chronicle which islands he found along the way had reserves he could use—meaning food and fresh water.” Farn tapped the glass with a crooked index finger. “I hope you children realize what an enormous privilege it is to actually see the Codex Mare in real life. Until 1992, historians could not even say absolutely whether the Codex was real, or simply legend.”
“Why not?” Rose and Baron said together.
Farn let the tension build in the air for a few more seconds, then went on, his words echoing the thought running through Gabriel’s head.
“It was missing for nearly four hundred years!”
“Where was it?” Carlos cried out.
Quincy rolled his eyes. “Missing, moron.”
“Now, now,” Farn warned, “that’s a fair question.” Carlos stuck out his tongue at Quincy, but Farn ignored them both. “There are some theories as to its whereabouts during that time. It’s believed that the Codex was secretly passed from hand to hand among Spanish sailors in the hundred years after Ventana’s death in 1468. This was done to maintain control of Ventana’s routes. After that it seems that the Portuguese and Germans had it for a time—possibly the British, too. We can infer this from the inscriptions on the back inset page, where those in possession of the Codex wrote their names. But the names stop at 1601, and there are no records of its use after that until it was discovered in 1992, in the wine cellar of an old Spanish monastery.”
Standing on her tiptoes, Rose looked up from the Codex and frowned. “I can’t understand it.”
“That’s because it’s in Spanish,” said Baron, adjusting his glasses.
“But I can’t read Spanish,” Rose grumbled.
“Gabe can,” Esme offered.
Gabriel didn’t move. Silence wrapped around the deck as all eyes fell on him. Esme was just about to repeat herself when Angelica cackled, “Muy bien.”
“I wouldn’t laugh, young lady,” Farn said, his low voice rolling across the deck. He peered down at Angelica.
“Why’s that?” she mumbled, casting her eyes away from Farn’s stern look.
“In Ventana’s time, there was no more coveted item than the Codex Mare. Rival explorers fought fierce battles for its possession long past Ventana’s death.”
Angelica looked up cautiously at Farn.“Why?” she asked.
“The Codex contains all the secrets of the great seas,” Farn replied, his face serious and drawn with purpose.
“You couldn’t sail without the Codex back then?” Carlos breathed, his nose pressed against the glass case.
“Of course it was possible to sail without the Codex,” Farn said, turning toward the younger boy. “But explorers often perished along those dangerous journeys, drifting into deadly waters or perilous islands. Or they might have failed to find land at all, and simply starved to death. It was Ventana who blazed the path from Portugal to the Americas and back again, sailing it more times than any other explorer. He documented the route thoroughly. The Codex holds that documentation.”
“The other explorers died?” Angelica’s eyes glistened and grew wide. Farn nodded gravely.
“But with the Codex in their possession, they had a secret weapon: Ventana’s knowledge of the seas.”
Farn let the silence that followed hang in the air a moment before shattering it with another loud clap.
“Now. Navigation! Who knows how Ventana knew where he was sailing? How he found his way.”
“The stars?” Quincy said tentatively.
“Exactly! Yes!” Farn did a little hop in the air and whirled toward Quincy. “But how?”
Quincy gave an indifferent shrug. Farn was poised to press the question when a loud sigh broke out from behind him. He turned to find Baron, eyebrows raised, lips pursed.
“They used Polaris. The North Star. Because of the earth’s rotation, the stars appear to travel across the night sky in circular arcs. Except for the North Star. That stays fixed. Making it an ideal point of reference by which to navigate.” Baron grinned and looked around eagerly, awaiting his ovation.
Rose was rubbing the red bump on her forehead. Ms. Inez was fiddling with her phone. Angelica was making kissy lips at Rodney. And Gabriel was bent over the glass box, Carlos just beside him, bouncing on his toes. Nobody was paying any attention to Baron at all.
“So what’s it say?” Carlos said. “C’mon, Gabe, read the words!”
Gabriel felt his face grow hot. He had spoken Spanish with his parents when he was small, but that was a long time ago. The script in the book was almost unrecognizable. He coughed once, trying to shift the prickle in his throat. No luck. Maybe he could pick out enough to gather a basic understanding of what the pages said. Brushing the hair from his eyes, he leaned his long body still closer to the book before him.
“Well,” he began slowly, “he starts out talking about something that broke. They need to fix something in order to steer the ship. But I don’t know what.” Gabriel looked up. “Sorry. I don’t know what that one word means.”
“That’s okay,” Ms. Inez said, urging him on.
Gabriel looked back to the Codex. The shifting clouds above were casting strange patterns on the surface of the glass, making it harder to see. “Then he starts talking about going east, about needing to get to an island. He needs to get there fast.”
“Why?” Carlos asked. “Why does he need to?”
“I don’t know.” Gabriel shook his head. “The page ends there.”
“Can we turn the page?” Carlos pleaded. Farn smiled back at him indulgently.
“I’m afraid not. The Codex must be kept under glass in order to preserve its delicate pages, and to keep it safe from the elements.” He lifted his hands to the dark sky as if to demonstrate.
Gabriel frowned. “But that doesn’t make sense. I mean, didn’t Ventana write it so people would know how to—”
Before he could finish, a blinding flash—more brilliant than a hundred bolts of lightning—exploded above them, and the students looked up just in time to see a bright pink blaze rip across the sky.
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ABHI to Host UK Healthcare Providers at Arab Health 2018
The Middle East has become a leading market for some UK clinics who now regularly exhibit in the region with the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI).
The UK has always been something of a destination for patients from the Middle East. Harley Street, for example, is long established as the place to go for treatment, offering as it does the latest cutting-edge technologies and clinical expertise.
In recent years Birmingham’s Edgbaston Medical Quarter has been vying for a piece of the pie too. Located in the heart of the UK and just one mile from Birmingham city centre, Edgbaston Medical Quarter is the ‘go-to’ destination for both patients and the medtech industry, delivering cost-effective treatments and rapid clinical trials respectively.
It’s unsurprising then to see both the Harley Street Medical Area and Edgbaston Medical Quarter showcasing their wares at Arab Health, the region’s biggest healthcare trade fair. Both will be back in 2018 as part of the ABHI UK Pavilion. Arab Health 2018 will once again feature a state-of-the art simulated operating theatre, that takes centre stage at the UK Pavilion. It celebrates collaborations between healthcare providers, clinicians and healthcare technology companies, allowing visitors to watch Britain’s best surgeons in action. Confirmed hospitals taking part in the demonstrations include BMI Healthcare, Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals (RB&HH) and HCA Healthcare UK.
Speaking on behalf of the Harley Street Medical Area, Simon Baynham, said: “The Middle East is an important market with many patients from the region coming to London for treatment. We are extremely excited to be returning to Arab Health 2018 with most of the area’s world class clinics and hospitals. The ABHI always creates a brilliant environment for us to demonstrate our work, network and showcase world-class healthcare in action.”
Scott Feldman, International Director at BMI Healthcare, added: “BMI Healthcare has worked closely with the ABHI for many years to deliver marketing programmes that showcase our offering at Arab Health, one of the largest events of its kind in the world. Each year they help us bring together world class British expertise and equipment, enabling our surgeons to demonstrate complex skillsets via simulator to targeted, global audiences in the superbly organised UK pavilion.”
ABHI is the industry association for the medical technology sector in the UK and each year takes over 100 healthcare businesses, renowned hospital groups and esteemed clinicians to Arab Health. Hall 7 hosts the UK Pavilion at Arab Health 2018 and TAP grants are available to the value of £2,000 for UK exhibitors. For more information or to book or space contact Scarlett.OSullivan@abhi.org.uk
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The man on Iron Mountain
Chuck Pillon has been living on a 10-acre junk-filled property near Renton for decades.
by Seattleland Staff
Friday, July 13, 2018 10:49am
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Charles Pillon, who usually goes by Chuck, has been living on a ten-acre property in unincorporated King County, near Renton, Washington, for decades now. He’s built it into a sprawling empire of junk—including trucks, cars, buses, boats, RVs, tires, scrap metal, lumber, cans of paint, and heaps of yard waste mixed with trash.
According to Chuck, this isn’t junk; it’s a place where old stuff can find new life. He says he salvages and recycles a lot of it, creates his own compost, and provides a service to a community that can’t afford regular dump fees. According to the state attorney general’s office, though, it is an illegal wrecking yard that’s leaching all kind of hazardous waste into the soil, air, and water. The AG’s office recently convicted Chuck of two felonies and a misdemeanor, but that was hardly his first run-in with the law.
This week, in the final episode of Season 2 of Seattleland, reporter Josh Kelety leads us through Chuck’s world, and helps peel back the curtain on the kind of guy who would create and hold onto this kind of thing so tightly, for so long.
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This week’s cover photo is a portrait of Chuck Pillon and was taken by Caean Couto. Josh Kelety is the King County reporter for Sound Publishing and produced a print version of this story in June.
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Sammie Coates signs 4-year, $3 million deal with Pittsburgh Steelers
Former Auburn wide receiver signs rookie contract
Sammie Coates signs 4-year, $3 million deal with Pittsburgh Steelers Former Auburn wide receiver signs rookie contract Check out this story on montgomeryadvertiser.com: https://on.mgmadv.com/1Hlz6u9
James Crepea, Montgomery Advertiser Published 3:34 p.m. CT May 15, 2015 | Updated 1:45 a.m. CT May 16, 2015
Pittsburgh Steelers third round draft choice Sammie Coates (14), a wide receiver out of Auburn, participates in an NFL football rookie minicamp, Friday, May 8, 2015, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic) (Photo: Keith Srakocic, AP)
AUBURN -- Sammie Coates has signed his four-year rookie contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a deal worth $3 million with $632,000 guaranteed signing bonus, according to a source.
The former Auburn wide receiver was Pittsburgh's selection with the No. 87 overall pick in this year's NFL draft, which coach Gus Malzahn and wide receivers coach Dameyune Craig called a "steal" as the the 12th wideout selected.
One of the best deep threats in the country the last two years, Coates had 34 receptions for a team-high 741 yards with four touchdowns despite missing a game due to a knee injury and ranked fourth nationally with 21.8 yards per reception.
He is the first Auburn wide receiver to be drafted since Courtney Taylor in 2007 and the highest selection by a Tigers receiver since Tim Carter (No. 46) in 2002.
Coates is the last of Auburn's five draft picks to sign their rookie deals, with Angelo Blackson and C.J. Uzomah signing in Tennessee and Cincinnati, respectively, earlier this week. Gabe Wright and Cameron Artis-Payne signed within a week after the draft.
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Downer EDI has swung to a $134.2 million first-half profit, helped by continued revenue from construction of the NBN.
The engineering company, which posted an $11.1 million first-half loss this time last year, was boosted by a 27.5 per cent increase in revenue from the utilities business that includes NBN contracts and new renewable energy projects.
Total revenue rose 8.6 per cent to $6.6 billion for the six months to 31 December.
Announcing the positive performance on Thursday, Downer (ASX: DOW) raised its full-year guidance for net profit after tax and amortisation (NAPTA) to $352 million from $335 million.
The improved guidance came a day after the company secured a $900 million order from the NSW government for 17 Waratah Series 2 trains.
Increased activities on the Ichthys' gas field project in the Northern Territory helped lift first-half construction and maintenance revenue 34.1 per cent to $945.1 million.
Increased activities at Blackwater and Carrapateena mines also contributed to the improved performance.
Downer lifted its interim dividend one cent to 14 cents, half franked.
At 1.40pm Sydney time, Downer shares were down 30 cents, or 3.97 per cent, at $7.26.
Morningstar analyst Mark Taylor has made no change to his $5.70 fair value estimate for Downer. This is despite lowering underlying fiscal 2019 EPS forecast by 6 per cent to 48 cents from 51 cents.
"Our fiscal 2019 forecast is in line with the upgraded guidance," Taylor said. "We were previously above guidance, anticipating better margin improvement on increased road construction and surfacing from state government investment, growth in renewable energy projects, strong growth in minerals processing, and growth in oil and gas maintenance. This didn't eventuate to the degree anticipated."
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Revenue up 8.6pc to $6.6bn
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