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__label__cc	0.644952	0.355048	Scandic Crown Polhemsplatsen 3Gothenburg Apple Hotel & Konferens Goteborg Torpavallsgatan 6Gothenburg Engel Apartments Engelbrektsgatan 34Gothenburg Best Western Tidbloms Hotel Olskroksgatan 23Gothenburg Maskingatan 11Gothenburg Massans gata 24, 25:e vaningenGothenburg Goteborg Hostel Mölndalsvägen 23Gothenburg Quality Hotel Winn Gamla Tingstadsgatan 1Gothenburg Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Goteborg Sodra Hamngatan 59Gothenburg Hotel Riverton Stora Badhusgatan 26Gothenburg Official Tours Look for special tours and events Gothenburg by Night: Photography Walking Tour Slottsskogen Sunrise Photography and Walking Tour in Gothenburg Including Swedish Breakfast Segway City Tour of Gothenburg Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour Landvetter Airport Shared Departure Transfer Private Photography Tour in Gothenburg Segway Harbour Tour of Gothenburg Best of Gothenburg Photography and Sightseeing Tour Segway Harbour Tour in Gothenburg - Sunday Tour Gothenburg City Airport Masthuggskyrkan Gustavi domkyrka Sankt Pauli kyrka Vasakyrkan Johannebergskyrkan Annedalskyrkan Hagakyrkan Oscar Fredriks kyrka Carl Johans kyrka Brämaregårdens kyrka Gunnareds kyrka Björkekärrs kyrka Brunnsbokyrka Bäckebols kyrksal Backa kyrka Stensjökyrkan Ytterby Kyrka Björlanda Kyrka Lindome Kyrka Råda Kyrka Grevegårdens Kyrka Kungälvs Kyrka Partille Kyrka Billdals Kyrka Rödbo Kyrka Näsets Kyrka Kållereds Kyrka Angereds Kyrka Mikaelskyrkan Askims Kyrka Harestads Kyrka Säve Kyrka (Sankt Olovs Kyrka) Sankt Olof Och Sankt Sigfrids Kapell (Krematorium) Krokslättskyrkan Surte Kapell Surte Kyrka Kärra Kyrka Tuve Kyrka Västra Frölunda Kyrka Älvsborgs Kyrka Härlanda Kyrka Utby Kyrka Örgryte Nya Kyrka Skårs Kyrka Kungsladugårds Kyrka Kikås Kapell Fässbergs Kyrka Nylöse Kyrka (F.D. Gamlestadens Kapell) Lundby Gamla Kyrka Toltorps Kyrkan Landalakapellet Örgryte Gamla Kyrka Pater Nosterkyrkan Museums Show on map Göteborgs Konstmuseum Röhsska museet Göteborgs Naturhistoriska museum Världskulturmuseet Parks Show on map Slottskogen Göteborgs Botaniska Trädgård Gothenburg (Swedish: Göteborg) is Sweden's second largest city with 570,000 inhabitants, and about 1 million in the metropolitan area. The city lies on Sweden's west coast, at the outlet of the Göta river. Gothenburg is Sweden's largest industrial city with companies such as the Volvo Group and Volvo Cars, as well as Scandinavia's largest port. While the port and factories employ fewer people, the city prides itself in hosting numerous national and international sporting and music events such as Gothia Cup, Partille Cup and Way out West. Gothenburg also has the Sweden's largest amusement park, Liseberg. Gothenburg is a fairly green city with parks and a large river bisecting the city. Built after being founded by royal decree in 1621 it was modeled after the Dutch city style, with plenty of canals. Gothenburg has many nicknames that allude to its canals such as "little London", "little Amsterdam", and "little Venice". Early on Gothenburg was famous for its port and trade and has prominently hosted the Swedish East-India Company. Due to its historically industrial character Gothenburg has had strong working class associations, being known for its friendly yet brusque "goa gubbar". This together with its large port has given rise to the moniker "Marseille of the North". Today, with over 50,000 students in the city and two major universities it has a young side with plenty of bars and night-clubs. Gothenburg has a reputation for being a very friendly place, and more welcoming than Stockholm, the Swedish capital. See also: Nordic history Gothenburg is at the mouth of the river Göta älv. Lödöse, some 40 km (25 mi) upstream from Gothenburg was one of the largest cities in Sweden during the middle ages, and is considered a precursor to Gothenburg. During the middle ages the mouth of Göta älv was controlled by Sweden, while Bohuslän immediately north of it was Norwegian and Halland to its immediate south was Danish. The area thus became a tripoint of the three kingdoms. In order to consolidate Swedish control of the area, Älvsborg's fortress was constructed near modern day Gothenburg. Several failed attempts were also made to build a city in the area. The modern city of Gothenburg was built in 1621 by the Swedish king Gustav II Adolf. During the 17th century Sweden conquered Bohuslän and Halland, thus making Gothenburg the center of an expanded western Sweden. During this era the older Danish Älvsborg fortress was demolished. It was replaced by a new castle, ingeniously called New Älvsborg fortress, on an island in the mouth of the river. Gothenburg eventually became a major gateway into Sweden, and one of the busiest ports in the Nordic countries. As the largest port in Sweden Gothenburg became the seat of the Swedish East India Company in the 18th century, and a hub for American emigration in the 19th century. During this era the city also became heavily industrialized, particularly as a center for the Swedish shipbuilding industry. Its large port, strong trade community and proximity to Marstrand meant the city had a large Jewish and international community, with the first Jewish association forming before that of Stockholm. With rising competition from foreign ship yards in the 1900s, many of the dry docks closed down in the 1970s. Much of the inner harbor area has changed from industrial ship building to high technology and education, representative of the general change in the city. Today Gothenburg has international sporting events, concerts, and conventions. Being an industrial center, Gothenburg has been politically dominated by the left-wing Social Democrats for many years. In the 1960s with Sweden investing heavily in affordable housing with Miljonprogrammet large parts of the working class town was demolished. Much like parts of Södermalm in Stockholm, Masthugget was an entire district comprised nearly exclusively of small red-painted wooden houses, some of which had stone-laid ground floors, so called Landhövdingehus. Today such houses can only be found at Gathenhielmska kulturreservatet by Stigbergstorget in Majorna, as well as on some of the islands in the Gothenburg archipelago. Gothenburg is famous for its Landshövdingehus of which more upscale housing remains in Haga, Gårda and Majorna. The working-class history is easily visible, for example in the harbor area, especially on the northern riverfront of Hisingen and north of the city center on the southern riverfront in Gullbergsvass. Before the 1970s there were few fashion houses or posher cafeterias, but that has changed. The Gothenburg dialect is associated with cheerfulness and witty, if pun-laden humour, with many humorists classically from Gothenburg, often of the "goa gubbar" (lit. "good guys") stereotype, working class and somewhat fat. The connection to Britain has been said to be behind the high frequency of the male given name Glenn. Like Marseille in France there is some animosity towards the capital, with those who move there sometimes being called "traitors". Like most of southern and coastal Sweden, the city is best visited during springtime as well as in the summer. The climate is temperate with mild winters and warm, but not hot summers. Because it is located on the west coast by the sea the climate is milder and rainier in the winter than Stockholm, but comparable to Copenhagen. Snow is not a given in winter, for real Scandinavian winter, visit Dalarna or Norrland. In other words, May to September tend to have the most comfortable weather. From Midsummer to the end of July, many inhabitants leave the city, and some venues close for summer, making the city more dominated by tourists. 1 Kungsportsplatsen Tourist Office, Kungsportsplatsen 2 (About ten minutes walk from Nordstan), ☏ +46313684200, ✉ turistinfo@goteborg.com. M–F 09:30–18:00 Sa 10:00–15:00. 2 Nordstan Tourist Office, Nordstadstorget (Next to the central train station), ☏ +46313684200, ✉ turistinfo@goteborg.com. M–F 10:00–20:00 Sa, Su 10:00–18:00. Gothenburg offers the Gothenburg City Card, which allows entry into many tourist attractions, grand houses, museums as well as offering free travel on trams and buses and free parking. Among attractions covered are Ringlinien vintage train, admission to Liseberg, Universeum, free travel with Paddan boat, boat trip to New Älvsborg Fortress, guided tour by bus, Museum of World Culture, Gothenburg Natural History Museum, Gothenburg City Museum, Gothenburg Art Museum, Röhsska Museum, Maritime Museum Aquarium, Medical History Museum, the Sports Museum, Maritiman, Casino Cosmopol, Gothenburgs utkiken, Guided tour of Gunnebo House, the Garden Society of Gothenburg, Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden, Röda Sten, Stinsen Sightseeing, Aeroseum, Volvo Museum, Mölndals Museum. This card is available to people's mobile phones, making it not only cost-effective and convenient. In case official tourist information is unavailable, Gothenburgers are usually more than willing to help. 1 Landvetter Airport (GOT IATA) (25 km (16 mi) east of the city). is Gothenburg's main airport. It is served by about 30 airlines, including SAS, Norwegian Ryanair and Wizz Air, who offer the most connections. The city's international airport, Landvetter, flies mainly to European cities. To fly in from other continents, you must connect at a larger airport offering intercontinental flights. Most carriers offer connecting intercontinental tickets. There are two coffee shops, burger fast food service, and a newsagent land-side. Air-side you can find a few cafes, restaurants, bars, gift shops and duty-free shops. There is quite little shopping. Foreign exchange facilities are available on both sides of security. The airport provides free Wi-Fi. Most of the major car rental companies have facilities opposite the airport exit. There is a hotel within walking distance (beyond the car rental facilities). There is a Flygbussarna bus service from Landvetter into the city. It runs every 15–20 minutes, costs 95 kr one way (185 kr return) if you pay online (otherwise it is 10 kr extra). The journey takes approximately 20–30 minutes, during the day running every 15 minutes. It stops at several locations (first stop near Liseberg; final stop: the Nils Ericson Bus terminal which is next to the Central Train Station). The only method of payment for the ticket is by credit card. Free WiFi is available on the coach. Taxis are expensive. To the city it takes about 25 minutes and costs between 520 kr and 560 kr. It is best to arrange fixed fare before getting in taxi. Until 2014, the city was also served by another airport, called Gothenburg City Airport, so you can still find references to it. All flights from GSE have been moved to Landvetter. Highspeed trains of SJ and MTR connect with Stockholm in just over three hours. International train services are available to Oslo and to Copenhagen (via Malmö and the Öresund bridge), both in just under 4 hours. A daily night train connects with the northern Swedish cities of Luleå and Umeå. Also, a luxury train named Blå Tåget travels the route Gothenburg-Stockholm-Uppsala several times per week. Journey times are longer than SJ or MTR fast-trains but the train boasts generous seating and includes an onboard restaurant. Most non-regional trains have free WiFi. 2 Göteborgs Centralstation (tram Centralstationen/Drottningtorget or Nordstan). The main rail station in Gothenburg. Several coach services operate in and out of Gothenburg including Eurolines, Flixbus, Säfflebussen, GoByBus, Bus4you and Swebus Express. Nils Ericsson Terminalen, located in connection with the central station, is the most common bus stop. Västtrafik operates regional busses. By ship Stena Line operates ships to/from Denmark (Frederikshavn) and Germany (Kiel). The terminals are near the city centre. Tramway stops: Masthuggstorget (Frederikshavn), Chapmans Torg (Kiel). DFDS is a cargo line with limited passenger capacity. They can take a small number of passengers (and their car) to Gothenburg from Belgium (Ghent). There are also passenger boats cruising down the river, some all the way from Stockholm through Göta Kanal (by Rederi Göta Kanal) European roads E6, E20 and E45 pass through Gothenburg. If you come by car from Stockholm, you should take E4 to Jönköping, and then national road 40. Approximate distances & travelling time: to Malmö (E6/E20 south): 300 km, 3 hours to Oslo (E6 north): 320 km, 4 hours to Stockholm (40 east, E4): 500 km, 4 hours and 40 minutes to Copenhagen (E6/E20 south): 317 km, 3 hours and 30 minutes Parking in Gothenburg can be difficult and expensive, as free parking is rarely found. Prices per hour vary between 7 zones and can be as high as 30 kr per hour. Free parking for tourists is however included in the Gothenburg City Card, if you happen to own one. Gothenburg has implemented a congestion charge (trängselskatt) for the central area. However, for Swedish rental cars the cost is commonly already included in the daily fee. Public transportation within Gothenburg (and the west of Sweden) is operated by Västtrafik and consists of trams, buses and ferries. You can find more information about tickets and a journey planner on their homepage. Public transport in Gothenburg can be fairly slow: For example, to cross one side of the city to the other (20 km) can take up to an hour. It can be a good idea to look up alternative routes, with some of the express buses being considerably faster, and it sometimes being possible to save many minutes by walking a few hundred meters to a tram-stop located on a different line. Inside the central area, transport is fairly rapid, as the tram tracks generally are separated from normal car lanes. The local transport company (Västtrafik) has removed maps from just about all the tram stops; be prepared and have a map ready before you get there. The phone app or web site is very handy when wanting to find routes, but will not ask you to walk any distance in order to save time — for this Google maps is better. Västtrafik's ticket system You cannot buy tickets from the driver on any buses in Gothenburg area, but they are available onboard countryside buses or regional trains and in machines on trams in the Västtrafik system. Tourist Ticket Tourists and others planning to travel everyday are advised to buy a 1- or 3-day ticket. A blue card called the Västtrafik card is charged with ticket information. They are bought at Västtrafik's service centres or from seven-eleven or Pressbyrån or some other stores. They cost 95 kr (1 day) or 190 kr (3 days) inside Gothenburg. A tourist card is available from the tourist office which is valid as a tram/bus ticket and for museum entrance fees, etc. Longer period tickets (30 or 365 days) can be loaded onto a västtrafik card. If you only travel occasionally, you can either buy tickets at 7-Eleven, the Västtrafik "Tidpunkten" customer service centers, the Pressbyrån shops, from the blue ticket machines on the trams - which accepts coins or major credit cards, online via the Travel planner, or via a phone app if you have a Swedish credit card. During daytime the cost is 30 kr for an adult within the city zone (27 kr with app ticket). Prepaid card (Pay-as-you-go) If you will be travelling more often it might be a good idea to buy a prepaid västtrafik card that also gives a discount. This card can be charged with any amount at a time until the card contains a maximum of 1500 kr. In addition you must pay a 50 kr deposit which can be used in part to pay for your trip, but if any of the deposit money is used, another trip cannot be made until you recharge the card again. If you return the card to a Västtrafik service center the deposit will be refunded to you. If you travel within one zone a fixed price is deducted from your card, which is 27 kr for an adult within the Gothenburg zone. If you travel across a zone border the journey will be more expensive. With the exception of the southern part of tram no. 2 or 4 (all stops from Krokslätts Torg to Mölndals Centrum) the entire tram system lies within the Göteborg municipality. The card is used by touching it to one of the card readers in the vehicle when you board. If you intend to travel in more than one zone you must press the + button on the card reader before touching in and also touch the card to the reader when exiting the vehicle (otherwise, you will be charged for a journey to the terminal destination of the bus/tram). For tourists it's recommended you always touch in and out with the + button as the system will then always deduct the correct amount and you will not have to bother about the zones. The Västrafik card can be bought from Västtrafik's service centres or from most convenience stores. You can change freely between buses, ferries and trams 90 minutes after you first used your ticket. If you traveled in more than one zone the 90 minutes time will count from the time you disembarked in the last zone. When travelling between zones, remember to always touch in and touch out on each separate vehicle - otherwise you will be charged for each as separate journeys. It might seem easy to get on one of the buses or trams without a valid ticket, but if a biljettkontrollant (ticket controller) would find out, you will be charged with a fee of 1200 kr. Smartphone app: Västtrafik has an app called "Västtrafik To Go", in which both single tickets and passes can be bought. It requires however a Swedish credit card. Gothenburg has a famous network of trams, covering most of the city. With over 150 km the Gothenburg tram is the largest light rail network in Scandinavia. The network consists of 12 tram lines, 1 to 11 and 13, and every line except no 8 passes through the main tram stop Brunnsparken ('Well Park'). It is located one tram stop or a 2 minute walk from the train station, Centralstationen. The trams runs approximately every 8–10 minutes during daylight and twice every hour at night, at weekends the trams run every 15–30 minutes. Notice that not all lines runs nighttime. This and the boats Paddan (operating from Kungsportsplatsen) is the best way to see the city as they run above ground at a comfortable yet quick pace. Gothenburg tram and Stombuss network map available online Trams are the most efficient way to travel within the city centre, but if you're planning to go further you might need to go by bus. Bus lines heading in the same direction often departs from the same part of the city. There is no real equivalent to the large central tram and bus stop Brunnsparken—most others are divided into several "smaller" hubs, which you often reach by tram. By ferry Two ferry services run across the river; Älvsnabben is the regular ferry service with traffic every 30 minutes, and Älvsnabbare that only run between Rosenlund and Lindholmspiren (free of charge) during work hours. Besides transport, this can be a good way to see the city from the river. Ferries to the southern archipelago run from Saltholmen, with three different lines: Vrångö line, Brännö Rödsten line and the less trafficated Förö line. The service runs once an hour or less. Styrsöbolaget run the ferry services under licence of Västtrafik - you can still use the city public transport ticket. On their homepage can you find time tables and more information about the islands. There are several taxi companies, for example Taxi Göteborg (031-650000), Taxi Kurir (031-272727) and Minitaxi (031-140140). Initial fare from 35 kr, and then from 10 to 14 kr/km. Every taxi must have comparing prices well visible according to law, and it's often placed in the side window. No 1 is daytime, no 2 is rush hour and no 3 is for night time service, and then you see the initial fare, price per hour, price per kilometre and comparing prices for a typical journey. Prices between companies vary. For the above-mentioned larger companies the visible comparing price is about 300-350 kr. Dubious taxi operators take about double the price, so make sure to compare before you enter. For longer travels, negotiate a fixed price. To the airport it should be around 500 kr from the city center. Illegal taxis, called "svarttaxi", are operating, particularly during Friday and Saturday nights. They are generally cheaper, but using them is not advised, particularly for women or drunk passengers, since muggings and rapes have occurred involving illegal taxis. Gothenburg has a nice network of bicycle paths, reaching all parts of the city. You can buy network maps at the tourist information centres, and you can find an online version You can bring your bike on the ferries, on some trains but not on trams or buses. The service is free on Älvsnabben but costs 10 kr on the ferries in the southern archipelago. You can rent a bike from Cykelkungen or if you are staying at a hostel they can often provide it for you. In the most central parts there are an automated loan bike system Styr & Ställ, registration of 25 kr for 3 days an reserving an amount on your credit card they are free to use as long as you use for only 30 minutes and then replaced in another place. You can then take a bike again 2 minutes later. An real-time map showing how many bikes and free parking slots are available at each station can be downloaded from allbikesnow. Bicycle planner By foot With a compact city centre most sights are easily reached by foot, and it's a nice way to get around. Popular walks around the city includes the nature reserve around the lake Delsjön, the park Slottskogen, the botanical garden, on any of the islands in the southern archipelago, or in the neighborhood Haga. Notable buildings 1 Gothenburg Cathedral, Västra Hamngatan. Built in 1815. 2 Christinae Church (German Church), Norra Hamngatan. Built in 1748. 3 Crown House (Kronhuset), Postgatan. Built in 1643-1655, and briefly home of the Swedish Parliament. It houses Göteborgs Musik, and the surrounding buildings are now cafes and crafts workshops. It is Gothenburg’s oldest still-standing non-religious building. 4 Feskekörka, Rosenlundsgatan. Tu-F 10:00-18:00; Sa 10:00-15:00. The indoor Fish Market, called "Feskekörka" (Fish Church) because of the shape of the building and Gothenburgers mythical devotion to fish, is by the canal near the harbor. 5 Guldhedstornet, Dr. Sven Johanssons backe 1, ☏ +46 31 - 82 00 09. May till October. At 130 meters above sea-level this is the highest point and the highest café in Gothenburg. Sitting inside with a panorama view, or outside on the balcony, you get a view of the downtown, the old and new harbors, the Göta Älv River, the sea (Kattegat), the archipelago, the suburbs and the hilly, forested areas surrounding the city. 6 Haga (Close to Skansen Kronan). A city district with picturesque wooden houses from the 19th century. Don't forget to explore the more bohemian Långgatan streets (Första, Andra, Tredje and Fjärde Långgatan) nearby. 7 Oscar Fredrik Church, Värmlandsgatan. The largest and most well decorated church. Built 1893. 8 Skansen Kronan (Crown Keep). A hilltop fortification, southwest of the city center, built in the 17th century. In the 19th century it served as a prison, and now houses a military museum. Its twin Skansen Lejonet (Lion Keep) unfortunately finds itself in the middle of a railroad and industrial area but guided tours are held the first and third Sunday of every month. 9 Skanskaskrapan (Läppstiftet), Lilla Bommen, ☏ +46 31156147. Jul-Aug: daily 11:00-16:00 (lift goes several times per hour); rest of the year: M-F 11:00-15:00 (lift goes every hour). Informally called "the lipstick" by the local, it features a viewing platform at 86 metres, which offers great views over the city. 40 kr, children 5-15 years: 20 kr, family: 100 kr. 10 Aeroseum, Holmvägen 100. At Säve Depå, is an aircraft museum in a former military under ground Air Force base. It's located on the Hisingen bypass (Hisingeleden), at the opposite side of the airstrip to Gothenburg City Airport. Also home of the annual Göteborg Aero Show and other events. 11 Gothenburg Art Museum (Göteborgs Konstmuseum), Götaplatsen, ☏ +46 31 368 35 00. Housed in a magnificent edifice flanked by the theater and concert hall, it features a world-class collection of Nordic art (40 kr, people up to 25 years free). The adjacent Hasselblad Center periodically holds public exhibitions. The Art Hall (free entrance) features contemporary art. 12 Gothenburg City Museum (Göteborgs Stadsmuseum), Norra Hamngatan 12, ☏ +46 31-368 36 00. Covers the history of the city and region from prehistoric times to the present, with emphasis on the 19th-century Swedish East India Company, which was once housed in the building. 40 kr, people under 25 free. 13 KA 4 Museum and the Fort of Oskar II. Irregular opening hours. A museum at the former Coast Artillery Regiment at Käringberget. 14 Maritiman (Between GöteborgsOperan and Kajskjul 8). Packhuskajen 8½. "The world's biggest floating museum of ships" consists of 19 boats of all sizes. The biggest attraction is the former military destroyer Småland. 100 kr, children (5-15) 50 kr, family 270 kr, students & senior citizens 70 kr. 15 Maritime Museum and Aquarium, Karl Johansgatan 1-3 (Stigbergstorget, Majorna), ☏ +46 31-368 35 50. Explains the maritime history of Gothenburg, West Sweden and of the fishing industry; has models of sailing ships. There is a lookout, in pillar of the "Seamans wife", just by the museum where you can view the harbour. 16 Gothenburg Natural History Museum (Göteborgs Naturhistoriska Museum), Slottsskogen (Linnéplatsen), ☏ +46 10441 44 00. Tu-Su 11:00-17:00. The oldest museum in Gothenburg includes a stuffed blue whale and is situated in Slottsskogen. 40 kr, under 25 years free. 17 Swedish Ship Götheborg, Pir Fyra 2, ☏ +46 31-779 34 50. A reconstruction of the mid-18th century east indiaman Götheborg. 120 kr. 18 Volvo Museum, Arendal Skans (Hisingen), ☏ +46 31 664814. Tu-F 10:00-17:00; Sa Su 11:00-16:00; public holidays: closed. Yes of course, in the home town of Volvo you can view the past and present models of the Swedish car. 60 kr, children 6-12 years 25 kr, children below the age of 6 free, family 120 kr. 19 Museum of World Culture (Världskulturmuseet), Södra Vägen 54 (Liseberg). Tu Th F 12-:00-17:00; W 12:00-20:00, Sa Su 11:00-17:0. A cultural counterpart to the science-oriented Universeum, it's a museum of ethnography and anthropology, with a thoroughly contemporary approach. There are regular special events such as concerts, films, and lectures. Free entrance to some of the museum's exhibits. 40 kr (annual pass), free for people under the age of 19 years. 20 The Röhsska Museum, Vasagatan 37-39, ✉ info@rohsska.se. Tu W 11:00-18:00, Th 11:00-20:00, F-Su 11:00-17:00, closed on Good Friday, 1 May, 6 June, Midsummer’s Eve, Midsummer Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s day. The national museum of Swedish design and applied art. Adult 60 or, under 25 or with the Gothenburg Pass free. 21 Gothenburg Radio Museum, Anders Carlssons gata 2 (Götaverkens industriområde), ☏ +46 31-779 21 01. 22 Röda Sten, Röda Sten 1 (Tram 3 or 9 to Vagnhallen Majorna, then walk), ☏ +46 31-12 08 16. Tu-Su 12:00-17:00; W 12:00-19:00. Edgy art hall in an old industrial furnace station covered in graffiti. 40 kr/20 kr/free. 23 Universeum, Södra Vägen 50 (Liseberg), ☏ +46 31-335 64 50. A new museum focusing on the environment with an indoor rainforest, experiment workshop, etc. Adult 175 kr, under 3 years free, 3-16 years 120 kr, family 545 kr. 24 Botaniska Trädgården (Botanical Gardens), Carl Skottbergs gata 22, ☏ +46 31 741 11 00. 9AM-sundown. Built in 1923, the botanical gardens has an area of 175 hectares and was selected as the most beautiful garden in Sweden in 2003. It contains a rock garden, arboretum and green houses, along with a restaurant and café. Don't miss the rare Easter Island tree. Free entrance, except for the greenhouse. 25 Slottsskogen (tram stop Linnéplatsen). A big English garden close to the Botanical Garden and a popular spot for relaxing and picnics. Within the park you'll find the Museum of nature history, an observatory, a mini golf course, and a child zoo. In the zoo, you can also pay a visit to the quintessential Swedish animal: the älg, also known as moose. Slottskogen is famed for its valley with over 60 kinds of Azalea that blooms during early summer. The museum and the zoo don`t have an entry fee. Slottskogen can be very crowded with people going for a barbecue in Summer. On the night before the 1st of May, there is usually a big bonfire in the park, which is worth watching. 26 Trädgårdsföreningen. A picturesque garden in the city centre with a very nice collection of roses awarded with three stars in the Guide Michelin. No entrance fee during off season, otherwise 20 kr. 1 Liseberg. The biggest amusement park in all of Scandinavia, with lots of different rides for all ages. Be sure to try Balder, the wooden roller-coaster. Liseberg is the number one attraction, by number of visitors, in Sweden. 2 Paddan, Kungsportsplatsen. The tourist boats run in the city canals and in the harbour. 3 Delsjön Canoeing (Delsjön Kanotcentral), Alfred Gärdes väg 110 (Only 6 km South East of the city center). In summer, you can go canoeing in or walking around the lake Delsjön. It can be a good way to experience nature. Lisebergslinjen. A vintage tram line that runs during summer from the central station to Liseberg. Adults 20 kr, children 10 kr, small children free.. Börjessons. Does tourist boat tours in the archipelago every day in the summer and is very popular. Southern Archipelago. For a low price one can visit the islands in the southern archipelago with regular passenger boats. These islands are car free and very picturesque. The boats go from the tram stop "Saltholmen". It is difficult to park there. Tram tickets are valid on the boat too. Charter a Sailing Yacht sBoats.com or yachtbooker.com give you independent information on how to find a yacht charter in Gothenburg. Concert and entertainment venues 4 Göteborgs konserthus (Concert Hall), Götaplatsen, ☏ +46 31-726 53 10. The concert hall is home of the Göteborgs Symfoniker (Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra) which is the National Orchestra of Sweden and offers regular concerts there. 5 Göteborg Stadsteater (City Theatre), Götaplatsen 4, ☏ +46 31-7087100. 6 GöteborgsOperan (Opera House), Christina Nilssons Gata, ☏ +46 31 - 10 80 00. By Lilla Bommen is the modern opera house of Gothenburg where great operas are performed regularly. 7 Lorensbergsteatern, Berzeliigatan 4. The Cortège. Every year students from Chalmers University organize the carnival parade on Walpurgis Night (30 April). The parade starts at Gibraltargatan next to the campus, proceeds via Läraregatan, Viktor Rydbergsgatan, Kungsportsavenyn, Vasagatan, Aschebergsgatan back to the campus and takes about 2 hours. During about a week before the parade, the students construct the different vehicles on campus next to Gibraltargatan. Free. Every year in February, the town is invaded by cinema buffs for the annual Gothenburg Film Festival. The festival, which is growing every year, is now one of the major Scandinavian movie festivals. Julstaden (the Christmas celebration), takes place in December. The city centre is filled with Christmas lights and various activities. The event has become a popular tourist attraction. Gothenburg Culture Festival (Kulturkalaset) takes place annually in August. City-festival featuring musical performances, a wide array of foreign food booths and lots and lots of beer. Massive public drunkenness and under-aged intoxication has made the city council consider to cancel the whole thing. If you stay off the absolute city-centre like the Avenue (Avenyn) you may find interesting parties and activities though. Volvo Rendezvous for Owners & Members (VROM) — an annual meeting for Volvo enthusiasts. Gothenburg's Pride festival is West Pride. Göteborg Aero Show — Sweden's major annual air show, attracting tens of thousands spectators every year. Way Out West — a yearly music festival held in Slottskogen, usually in August. Göteborg International Biennial for Contemporary Art (GIBCA). It's held every second year usually in November, the next one will be in 2019. Once a year during July, football playing youths from more than 50 countries take part in Gothia Cup, the world's biggest football tournament with over 1,000 teams. Göteborgsvarvet. A half a marathon (21 km) which is run in May in central Gothenburg once a year, with more than 30,000 participants. On weekends during season Ullevi stadium hosts soccer games featuring one or two of the local teams IFK Göteborg, Örgryte IS or GAIS. The fourth major team, Häcken, plays at Rambergsvallen. At Scandinavium hockey stadium the local team Frölunda Indians plays games every week during season. On occasion you can see wrestling in different locations in Gothenburg. While the Gothenburg University or Chalmers University of Technology generally require longer stays to partake in their courses, if you want to do a shorter course, for example a language course or pottery course there are a few options: Folkuniversitetet Gothenburg hosts most of the types of shopping that is available internationally. Swedish design goods and local specialties can be found at some places. The main shopping districs and malls are: 1 Arkaden (Tram/bus stop Brunnsparken). If you cannot find your favourite retail store at Nordstan, it is probably at the Arkaden. 2 Nordstan, Nordstadstorget (Tram and bus stops Nordstaden, Brunnsparken or Lilla Bommen). Opens every day at 10:00, closes 20:00 during the week or 18:00 on weekends, closes only for Midsummer, parking garage open 24/7. Gothenburg's largest shopping centre with 180 stores is just outside the Centralstation, to which it is linked by an underground tunnel. Walkways also link the centre to Lilla Bommen and the Opera. Inside you will find the usual mix of convenience stores (including a Systembolaget), global retail formats, including Espirit, H&M and Yves Rocher, as well as an outlet of the Swedish department store chain Åhléns City and some popular Swedish shopfronts such as Hemtex or Nilson Shoes. The centre also hosts a Tourist Information stand in its middle. 3 Avenyn (Kungsportsavenyn), Kungsportsavenyn. Ranging between Kungportsplatsen with Kopparmärra, the statue of king Karl IX, to Götaplatsen with the statue of Poseidon and the Gothenburg art museum: Avenyn and Kungsportsplatsen hosts a variety of shops that cater to most wants. Quite a few restaurants lie along the street as well, and it is the main tourist street, where in the summers few Gothenburgers will be found, apart from at the tram stations and by the Gothenburg city library at the Götaplatsen end. 4 Inom vallgraven, Fredsgatan, Kungsgatan, Vallgatan, Östra Hamngatan (Tram/bus stops Brunnsparken, Kungsportsplatsen, Domkyrkan). Gothenburgs major retailers outside Nordstan and a number of out of city-center malls lie around these four streets in the area Inom Vallgraven. Some interesting shops lie off the beaten track, but for general shopping these are the main locations. 5 Acne, Magasinsgatan 19. While a Stockholm design studio there is a smaller shop in Gothenburg. A larger outlet store can be found south of the city in Freeport Outlet in the Kungsbacka suburb. More interestingly the Acne store is in the same house as Artilleriet. 6 Nudie Jeans Vallgatan, Vallgatan 15. Nudie Jeans is a Gothenburg based design house specializing in jeans. Made to last, and with a number of repair shops in the city and elsewhere they are a good buy when in Gothenburg. This shop lies close to the very picturesque Victoriapassagen which hosts cafés and some smaller shops. 7 Saluhallen, Kungstorget. A charming indoor food hall. 8 Victoriapassagen. One of several "passageways" between major shopping streets, this one is the most picturesque, with a café, a hipster bakery, a bookbinder and some other shops. 9 Bengans (Tramstation Stigbergstorget). Stigbergstorget 1. A big, famous Swedish record store with lots of records, old and new, in all kinds of genres. You will find something to buy here, no matter if you're a record collector, hipster, or chart music fan. They also have a cafe. Don't confuse it with Bengans City, which while a record store is not at all the same thing. If you like records or just atmosphere it's worth leaving the city centre for. 10 Artillerigården, Magasinsgatan 17. A small square with building repurposed from old factories around, it hosts some of the cities hipper shops, such as Artilleriet and Grandpa. Strömmingsluckan is a must if you are here at lunch-time. It also hosts a number of other food trucks. Ragtime are two high quality second-hand shops nearby. 11 Haga Nygata, Haga Nygata. Haga is a unique part of town, well worth visiting for other things than shopping, but if you are looking for unique things to buy, this is where to go. Several Swedish fashion shops as well as a hatmaker, many antique-shops and other "odd" shops such as an olive oil store make Haga an ideal place. On fall Sundays the square hosts a farmer's market, and in December each weekend hosts a Christmas market. Apart from in December the area is a little bit less hectic than the other shopping areas. 12 Antikhallarna, Västra Hamngatan 6. Originally a bank, these "halls" hosts 10 shops specializing in various antiques. There is everything from certified ancient Egyptian and Greek statues to stamps and silver spoons. A very nice café lies here as well. 13 World Report, Torggatan 13. Without a doubt the weirdest shop in town. A tiny little antique shop filled to the brim with books and oddities from weird trips around the world. In one of the rooms a 10 foot anaconda scin hangs from the roof, which the manager insists he "cannot legally sell". Open very irregularly. Book-shops While few shops cater to English readers, there are two with somewhat more than the average business bestsellers: 14 Sci-fi Bookshop (Tram/bus stop Domkyrkan). Plenty of merchandise and a café on the ground floor, but the basement has a rather large section for books. Not everything is science fiction, fantasy, or manga either, and more than half is in English. With Swedes being generally very good at English, this book-shop caters to young Swedes who read anything in English. 15 The Book Corner, Rosenlundsgatan 3 (A short walk from tram stations Grönsakstorget or Hagakyrkan). The largest truly multilingual bookshop in town, with a rather decent selection of English titles, but also in French, German, Italian and Spanish as well as some other smaller languages. 16 NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Östra Hamngatan 42. Stockholm's famous upscale department store has branched out to Gothenburg, bringing in premium brands such as Paul Smith, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Dior, YSL and Prada and equally well-known Swedish brands - for instance the crystal manufacturers Orrefors and Kosta Boda. Situated just opposite Arkaden, the NK also features an upscale-ish cafe and sushi restaurant. 17 ABCD (ABCD Fashion), Västra Hamngatan 19. With another shop in Stockholm, ABCD hosts collections from major European and international designers such as Givenchy, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana. The interior of the store is pretty and is reminiscent of an old bank vault. For men and women. Doorbell. 18 Jo-Yan (Boutique Jo-Yan), Södra Hamngatan 59, ☏ +46 31 15 23 33. Probably the most upscale shop in the city, with women's clothing from Valentino, Kenzo, Max Mara, Armani. Doorbell. The main restaurant street in Gothenburg is Linnégatan running from Järntorget to Linnéplatsen. It has a high concentration of good restaurants of all kinds in the low to moderate price range. Most restaurants offer lunch menus ranging 90-130 kr, mostly they are served between 11:30 and 14:00. 1 Andrum, Östra Hamngatan 19A. Tasty and healthy vegetarian/vegan buffet. 2 Bombay Palace, Södra Vägen 19. Serves tasty Indian food in a good atmosphere. Seating arrangement is not so good, but the food will leave you happy. A 3-course meal could cost 150-180 kr (without alcohol). 3 Feskekôrka, Fisktorget 4. The fish market is not only a nice tourist attraction, but all fishmongers offer fantastic fish dishes to take away at low low prices (50-60 kr). Make sure you try the fish soup sold at the last booth, under the restaurant. 4 Gourmetkorv, Nordstadstorget, ☏ +46 31 13 62 33, ✉ info@gourmetkorv.se. 10:00-20:00 mostly. "Korv" means "sausage" in Swedish and this restaurant has them in abundance. There are 13 different choices of sausage, and these are served as portions with potato salad or mashed potato, and your choice of mustard. The service is very fast, your order should be ready in less than fifteen minutes. No table service, you have to carry your food to your table yourself. The most central location of the restaurant is on the second floor of the shopping centre Nordstan, but there are also other locations in the city. You can also buy sausages, potato salad, sauerkraut and mustard by the kilogram to take home with you. 80 to 120 kr. 5 Govindas, Timmermansgatan 8. 11:30-15:00. They speak German (natively), English, and Swedish. 80 kr. 6 Café Hängmattan, Karljohansgatan 16. Vegetarian buffet. 85 kr for the buffet.. 7 Japan Shop, Kungsgatan 9C. Small, unassuming place with good, cheap sushi. Mains 50-75 kr. 8 Grillköket Jonsborg på Avenyn (at the corner of Kungsportavenyn and Engelbrektsgatan, across the street from the Elite Park Avenue Hotel). Make a stop here for some traditional Gothenburg street food. The Halv Special is a hot dog served on a grilled bun topped with a mound of mashed potatoes. This dish can be topped with shrimp salad. 9 Kastells Pizza, Kastellgatan 15 (Take Tram 2 from Centralstationen towards Högsbotorp and get off at Brunnsgatan. Alternatively, take Tram 6 from Centralstationen towards Kortedala and stop at Olivedalsgatan). Excellent kebab offering massive amounts on the cheap. Kebabrulle (kebab roll) is strongly recommended. Pizzas are very good, large enough for two people to share. Staff is very friendly, but speaks little English and only accepts cash (no cards). 50-100 kr, Kebabrulle 65 kr. 10 Maharani, Första Långgatan 4. Indian food in a cozy atmosphere. Starters for 30-40 kr and main courses for about 110 kr. 11 Sunset Falafel, Erik Dahlbergsgatan 4 (1 street west of Vasaplatsen). Classic falafel place. Used to have a mobile stand on Kungstorget. There are more falafel places around the city but far from all make good ones. 45 kr for falafel (the cities cheapest). 12 The BARN, Kyrkogatan 11, ☏ +46 31-352 49 49, ✉ info@thebarn.se. W-Th 17:00-23:00; F Sa 17:00-01:00; Su 14:00-00:00. Another fancy hamburger restaurant with a farmer concept. Main courses for 98-169 kr. 13 Beijing 8, Magasinsgatan 3, ☏ +46 31-701 08 08, ✉ magasinsgatan3@beijing8.se. M-Th 11:00-21:00; F 11:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-22:00. Modern dumplings place with minimalistic design. Located on what may well be Gothenburg's hippest street right now. 14 Berzelius Bar & Matsal, Södra Vägen 20, ☏ +46 31-16 00 30. Good restaurant and bar serving traditinal Swedish food. 15 Enoteca Signore, Vasaplatsen 4, ☏ +46 31-13 06 02. Serves fantastic pasta in various flavours. Cosy. 16 Fiskekrogen, Lilla torget 1, ☏ +46 31 10 10 05. Sea food 17 Holy Cow, Södra Vägen 77, ☏ +46 31-20 45 09, ✉ info@holycowburgers.se. M-Th 17:00-22:00; F 17:00-23:00; Sa 13:00-23:00; Su 13:00-21:00. Fancy hamburger restaurant with a farmer concept. Main courses for 85-189 kr. 18 Lilla Torgets Vinkrog. Lilla Torget 3. Cozy atmosphere in an old (wine?) cellar. Serves house-baked bread with the meals. 19 Nonna (Former Etc. Grande), Kungsgatan 12, ☏ +46 31-13 25 95. Serves fantastic pasta in various flavours. 20 Pasta Etc., Mölndalsvägen 15, ☏ +46 31-40 67 20. Kapellgatan 12. Italian. Main courses for 78-185 kr. 21 Pasta +, Södra Vägen 2, ☏ +46 31-16 56 00. Reasonable Italian food. 22 Dinner 22, Södra Vägen 22, ☏ +46 31 81 10 55. Serves and excellent reindeer steak. Very good service. 23 Restaurang 28+, Götabergsgatan 28, ☏ +46 31-20 21 61. Earned a star in the Michelin Guide Rouge. 24 Kock & Vin, Viktoriagatan 12, ☏ +46 31-701 79 79, ✉ info@kockvin.se. Viktoriagatan 12. Swedish and French cuisine with a warm, welcoming atmosphere in cozy bistro style. Earned a star in the Michelin Guide Rouge. 25 Restaurang Sjömagasinet, Adolf Edelsvärdsgata 5, ☏ +46 31-775 59 20. Excellent (and pricey!) fish restaurant at Klippan. Earned a star in the Michelin Guide Rouge. 26 Thörnströms kök, Teknologgatan 3, ☏ +46 31-16 20 66. Excellent international cuisine, despite the comparatively low prices (main courses at 200-250 kr). 27 Koka, Viktoriagatan 12, ☏ +46 31 701 79 79. Individual interpretations of regional food. Fixed 3-, 5-, or 7-course menu. In the summertime there are outdoor serving along Avenyn and Linnégatan. You can pick up the free Nöjesguiden and Djungeltrumman magazines in various stores to read more about Gothenburg's nightlife. They are only available in Swedish though. The Bishops Arms. A chain of English pubs. In Gothenburg there are three located at Kungsportsavenyn 36, Västra Hamngatan 3 and Järntorget. Good selection of beer on tap and fine single malt whiskey. A bit pricier than other pubs. 1 Dancin Dingo (DD Pub & Restaurang), Kristinelundsgatan 16. Australian pub on a street parallel to Avenyn. "Let's put another shrimp on the barbie!" 2 Kellys, Andra Långgatan 28. Cheap beer. Lots of vegan food. Mixed crowd of middle-aged regulars and young people. 3 King's Head, Andra Långgatan 32A, ☏ +46 31-24 20 40. On this street well known for its cheap pubs and porn stores, this pub is an alternative for those who wants to spend time in a little more sophisticated environment. The clientele is more well adjusted in this place. Beer 32 kr. 4 Heaven 23, Mässans gata 22 (Gothia Towers at Korsvägen). one of the finest bars in town if you want cocktails and a nice view. 5 Jamesons Pub, ☏ +46 31-18 77 70. Kungsportsavenyn 32. Swedish pub with live music. 6 Rockbaren, Lorensbergsgatan 7 (located in a parallel street to Avenyn, just across from Dancin Dingo). A traditional rock bar 7 The Rover, Andra långgatan 12 (close to Järntorget). A freehouse known for its knowledgeable staff. Specializes in Swedish micros on tap and US micros on bottle. Has Gothenburg's second largest selection of whisky (according to local newspaper G.P.), including the Swedish brand "Mackmyra". 8 Sejdeln, Andra Långgatan 28. When Kellys is packed Sejdeln is a perfectly adequate option, it's right next to Kellys and has even cheaper beer and roughly the same clientele. 9 Steampunk Bar, Kungsgatan 7, ☏ +46 31-361 88 08, ✉ info@atsteampunkbar.se. M-Th 16:00 - late, Fr 16:00 - even later, Sa 14:00 - even later, Su 16:00 - a little earlier than late. Scandinavia's first Steampunk-themed restaurant and bar. Has one of Gothenburg's widest selections of drinks, gin & tonic, as well as a unique atmosphere. 10 Tre Små Rum, Kristinelundsgatan 4, ☏ +46 31-181904. M-Sa 16:00 -. The top priority is the well-selected beers both draft and bottled, in combination with carefully selected jazz that flows from the speakers 11 Ölhallen 7:an, Kungstorget 7, ☏ +46 31 136079. One of the best places for good beer, and the only traditional "Beer-hall" left in the city. It is situated next to Saluhallen 12 Ölrepubliken, Kronhusgatan 2B. A good selection of beers on tap with a bias toward British and Belgian beers, this pub is an excellent alternative to the mid centre locations. Found not far from Kronhusbodarna a couple of hundred meters from Nordstan. There are several different clubs in Gothenburg, with a wide array of music styles. 13 Gretas, Drottninggatan 35. The biggest gay nightclub in the city, with 2 dance floors playing schlager, pop, 1980s, 90s and disco downstairs, house and r'n'b upstairs. 14 Haket, Masthuggstorget/Första Långgatan 32. Indie pop/goth. Often arranges theme nights, with music, videos and even drinks featuring a certain artist. Hosts Monochrome, a long-running Goth club the first Saturday every month. Haket is also a restaurant and bar, with an excellent selection of microbrewed beers. 15 Lounge, Kungsportsavenyen 5. Trendy bar and night club. 16 Nefertiti, Hvitfeldtsplatsen 6, ☏ +46 31-711 40 76. House, jazz, northern soul. 17 Port du soleil, Nya allén 11 (@Trägårn), ☏ +46 761998124. May-Aug: Tu F Sa 21:00-03:00. Great really professional summer-club with house music. 18 Sticky Fingers, Kaserntorget 7, ☏ +46 31-7010717. Kaserntorget 7. Young rock fans flock to Sticky Fingers for live bands and clubs. 19 Trädgår'n, Nya allén 11, ☏ +46 31-10 20 80. EBM & Synthpop, house. Gothenburg has a vast array of cafés practically everywhere. In the district Haga (near Järntorget) you can find a lot of nice cafés. It is quite normal to get a free re-fill if you buy filter coffee (bryggkaffe in Swedish). 20 Bar Centro, Kyrkogatan 31. Small Italian-style espressobar, takes coffee very seriously. 21 Ethels, Linnégatan 72. A charming family-run café that also offers warm sandwiches and soup. 22 Guldhedens vattentorn, Dr. Sven Johanssons backe 10 (Take Tram 10 to Doktor Sydows gata, or a bus 42, 52 to Syster Estrids gata). During January and February only open on Saturday and Sunday. A little nice café placed on top of an old water tower. You get a good view of Gothenburg and around. 23 Café Husaren, Haga Nygata 28 (Located in the Haga district in a street with lots of other nice cafes). This cafe is famous for its tasty, giant kanelbullar (cinnamon buns). You can easily share one of these with three or four people. Or, if you don`t care about diabetes, you can eat one for lunch or dinner. 24 Café Skåne, Nämndemansgatan 1, ✉ cafeskane@telia.com. Su-F 24 hr, closed Sa. The antithesis of a trendy cafe with affordable prices and large sandwiches to fill you up. A coffee costs €1.5. 25 Språkcaféet (lit. "The language café"), Esperantoplatsen 7-9. Nice café with language evenings Mondays to Thursdays (5:30 pm – 9:00 pm) with opportunities to learn Swedish, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic and many other popular languages. You must buy for 45 kr before you can participate in the language groups. Many Youth Hostels only offer their lowest prices to members of STF or IYHF. The Tourist Bureau just off Avenyn organises an excellent private home B&B service. Great Living, ☏ +46 31-12 06 21. Private accommodation. The owners can profit from their home, even when they are away, and companies and individuals can gain access to a different type of accommodation during their visit. All apartments are located in the central of Gothenburg. 1 Lisebergsbyn, Olbersgatan 9 (2.5 km from Liseberg amusement park). The prices start at 345 kr (one time entry to Liseberg included during summer) but they are a lot higher during peak months. 2 Slottsskogens Youth Hostel, ☏ +46 31-42 65 20. Check-in: 14+18, check-out: 11. Vegagatan 21. Open 24 hr. Popular among travellers. Free Internet. Prices start at 195 kr for dorm beds. Situated in the lively Linnéstan - an area with a lot of pubs, restaurants, cafés etc. Tram stop: Olivedalsgatan (tram 1,2,6 and 13). The backpackers section is clean and modern. All beds in dorms have lockers under the bed, and some beds have curtains around them for privacy. Arrive early if you want one of these since beds aren't assigned - when you check in you just go and grab any free bed in the dorm. Sheets and towel are an extra 65 kr. Breakfast is quite nice - fairly standard buffet style with bread, cheese, meats, cereal, muesli, coffee, juice etc. But it is a bit expensive at 70 kr. 3 Hôtel Eggers, Drottningtorget, ☏ +46 31-333 44 40, fax: +46 31-333 44 49. Located right by the train station, with nearly 150 years of history. 4 Hotel Gothia Towers, Mässans gata 24. Scandinavia’s largest hotel, with good quality rooms and four popular bars and restaurants. Gourmet restaurant Heaven 23 is on the 23rd floor with an unbeatable view of Göteborg. Try their huge shrimp sandwich! Basic rooms are a a reasonable size with well laid out furniture, contains fridge, kettle, cloths iron and small but practical work desk. Suites are of very good class and size. Standard breakfast in a canteen like room (as opposed to the restaurants) has a reasonably large choice but of basic quality and staff do not clear tables very often. 5 Hotel Poseidon, Storgatan 33. A family owned, 49-room hotel perfectly located in the city center. Trams stop a block away at Vasaplatsen and the popular Kungsportsavenyn is just a few blocks in the other direction. Wireless internet is included as well as a great breakfast. 6 Hotel Riverton, Stora Badhusgatan 26, ☏ +46 31-750 10 00. Hotel, restaurant and Sky bar with a beautiful view of the harbour. Close to the Casino. Shopping and restaurants just around the corner. 7 Hotel Royal, Drottninggatan 67. A classy, centrally located hotel that was founded in 1852. 8 Scandic Europa, Köpmansgatan 38 (200 m from Göteborg Centralstation, 250 m from Brunnsparken tram interchange), ☏ +46 31 751 65 00, fax: +46 31 751 65 11, ✉ europa@scandichotels.com. Large modern hotel belonging to a major Scandinavian chain, attached to the Nordstan shopping centre. Standard rooms range from 18–20 m² and are efficiently laid out. Breakfast, wireless internet, a mini-fridge, and air conditioning are included. 9 Hotel Waterfront Göteborg, Klippan 1, ☏ +46 31-720 22 00, ✉ info@novotel.se. Novotel Göteborg is a modern hotel with all services and facilities, and is located at the entrance to the Port of Gothenburg a bit outside of the city centre but easily accessible through tram or ferry. 10 Radisson Blu Riverside Hotel, Lindholmspiren 4, ☏ +46 31 383 40 00. Quality rooms but standards one not large. Good buffet breakfast and reasonable restaurant and bar 11 Avalon Hotel, Kungstorget 9, ☏ +46 31-7510200. Located near the city center and meters from Kungsportplatsen. 12 Clarion Collection Hotel Odin, Odinsgatan 6 (350 m from Göteborg Centralstation), ☏ +46 31 745 22 00, fax: +46 31 711 24 60, ✉ cc.odin@choice.se. Four-star hotel in a modern tower. Rooms are air-conditioned, include breakfast and dinner buffets, and have reliable high-speed wireless internet. Superior rooms have a full kitchenette (utensils at a surcharge), and hot drinks are available in the lobby. Some rooms have a large balcony overlooking the river. Single rooms are 23-24 m², doubles 30–35 m² with two single beds. From 1400 kr. 13 Clarion Hotel Post, Drottningtorget 10 (On the square just south of the central station.), ☏ +46 31-619050, ✉ reservations.post@choice.se. This former post office, with 500 rooms, including three suites this is one of the biggest hotels in the city. Includes high-end restaurants, own spa, rooftop pool and even home-brewed beer. They also have a hugely popular bar for after-work entertainment. Just don't expect a quiet lobby! Prices start at 1200 kr on weekends and 1600 kr weekdays. 14 Elite Park Avenue Hotel, Kungsportsavenyn 36-38, ☏ +46 31-7271000. 15 Elite Plaza Hotel, Västra Hamngatan 3, ☏ +46 31-7204000. Five-star hotel, noticed for being popular with visiting rock stars. 16 Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Göteborg, Södra Hamngatan 59, ☏ +46 31-7585000. Most crimes against tourists are crimes of opportunity, such as pick-pocketing, bicycle theft, auto theft and auto vandalism. Pickpockets converge in Gothenburg during the summer months so beware. As always, do not leave valuable items in your car or in a cloakroom, and watch your bag in crowded places. Most shops and all major taxi companies accept credit and debit cards, so there is no need to carry a lot of cash. Downtown Gothenburg is plagued by illegal taxis by night, and they are considered very unsafe, especially for women. Check the taxi rate, which should be on a yellow window sticker; the preferred price should be in the range of 300-350 kr. Generally speaking, crime rates in Gothenburg are quite low from an international perspective. People of Gothenburg, as with Swedes in general, are relatively tolerant to the behavior and statements of outsiders. Most native people are patriotic for their hometown, and appreciate even the simplest compliment to the city. As in most second cities, comparisons with the country's capital are less popular. A controversial current event is the construction of Västlänken, a rail tunnel. The Local, local English-language newspaper. Mailboxes Etc., Cheap place in town to print PDF's - handy e.g. for boarding passes or bus tickets Protestant churches: Smyrna international, Hagakyrkogata 2. Celebration 15.00 (in English). Iranian meeting thursdays 17:30. Roman Catholic churches: Kristus Konungen, Parkgatan 14. Holy mass: Sa 11:30, 16:30 (Spanish), 18:00, 19:00 (Polish); Su 9:30, 11:00, 13:00 (Polish), 16:00 (Croatian), 19:00; M-F 08:00, 11:30, 18:00. Church of the Anglican community: St. Andrews church, Hvidfeltsplatsen 2 Mosques: Nasir Moskén, Tolvskillingsgatan 1. Sweden's first mosque built in 1975. (ahmadiya) Bellevuemoskén, Generalsgatan 2A. Göteborgs Moské, Myntgatan 8. This newly built mosque, with its beautiful cross between Islamic architecture and modern design, is a must go to for architectural fans. Near Gothenburg is the beautiful Gothenburg archipelago. Here you can enjoy nature, have great views over the islands, swim in the ocean, buy ice cream and maybe eat at the restaurants on Brännö, Styrsö or Vrångö. The ferry terminal in Saltholmen which connects to the islands is easily reachable by tram from Gothenburg city center. There's a resident population on most islands, so ferries run all year. Älvsborgs fortress (Älvsborgs fästning) from the 17th century was built on an island to protect the city from being attacked from the sea. Tourist boats Stromma make the trip regularly during summer. Vinga - the last outpost before the sea and the place where Evert Taube (a famous Swedish poet) grew up. Gunnebo House and Gardens, in the neighbouring municipality of Mölndal, is a large 18th-century wooden mansion built in the neo-classical style with Rococo interiors set in a Baroque park. There is a restaurant, a gift shop, guided tours and annual markets in the autumn and at Christmas. Tjolöholm Castle, in Kungsbacka municipality south of Gothenburg, is an anachronistic Tudor castle built in the years around 1900 for the Scottish-Swedish merchant and factory-owning family Dickson, one of Gothenburg's many generous donors (they founded Gothenburg's first public library and built decent homes for the families of their factory staff). Suburban Gothenburg: Alingsås, Lerum, Härryda, Mölndal and Partille Bohuslän region with its scenic coastline landscapes is easily reachable by Västtrafik busses and trains, the company also operating the public transport in Gothenburg. Denmark: Frederikshavn on the northern tip of Denmark has daily ferry connections operated by Stenaline. Depending on the ferry, the ride takes between 2 and 3 hours. The ferry itself can also be attraction in its own right, as you get good views of the Gothenburg Archipelago, and you will see a lot of Scandinavians going crazy because of the duty-free alcohol sale on the boat. Copenhagen can also be easily reached by bus.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1271
__label__cc	0.743188	0.256812	Preventing car accidents problem solution essay Business plan for mobile coffee cart Matchmaking coc clan war Home homework english help A discussion of freuds ideas on neurosis A discussion of freuds ideas on neurosis I hope that the humorous sidebars amuse rather than distract. After attempting to use hypnosis as a way to access the inner workings of the mind, Freud developed a technique referred to as psychoanalysis — a treatment intended to illuminate the unconscious activity of an individual by making them consciously aware of it. He would listen attentively, take notes, and attempt to trace patterns by analyzing what they say. Although his theories have seen a lot of change within the last years, Freud remains a significant contributor in understanding the various aspects of the human mind. This is our primitive instincts, which also comprise sexual impulse and aggression. Driven by impulse, the id is completely immersed in the subconscious mind. The superego can also be referred to as our conscience. The ego, in the Freudian sense, is what balances the id and the superego so that you know how to handle such conflict. When you are compelled to follow through on your initial impulse, and your superego steps in to let you know that there might be another option, your ego will have the final say in whether or not you follow through. If your desires can then be satisfied through more practical and rational means, your ego becomes your conscious guiding system. People who have a weak ego tend to satisfy their id by all means; this behavior is often driven by instant gratification. These personalities can become ruthless, and greedy in their pursuit. People with a strong ego will tend to be reasonable when it comes to satisfying their desires. Examples of a conscious state include objects you are seeing, the sounds you can hear, the images in your mind and what you feel at the moment. The information is stored just below the level of attention and can be retrieved quickly. Examples of a preconscious state include memories such as your last holiday trip, your residential address and mobile phone number among other things. Conflict and Controversy: 1910–1914 Trauma from the past and exposure to negative experiences can manifest as deep-rooted fears or limiting beliefs about yourself or the reality of your life situation. If this energy was tied to a negative emotion such as anger, despair, trauma, or fear, it would cause an increasing inner tension until it was addressed. Eventually, these repressed emotions would manifest in the conscious as negative assumptions, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. He concluded that there were two parts to a dream. Inhe published " The Psychopathology of Everyday Life ," which gave life to the saying "Freudian slip. They are caused by the "dynamic unconscious" and reveal something meaningful about the person. InFreud developed the theory of the "Oedipus complex. Which may just prove his ideas, according to some. Carole Lieberman, a Beverly Hills psychiatrist who studied under Anna Freud at her London clinic and practices Freudian psychoanalytic therapy.A Summary of the Psychodynamic Theory and Sigmund Freud's Ideas Words \| 7 Pages. It is difficult to summarize psychodynamic theory without a brief discussion of Freud. Sigmund Freud is the father of psychoanalysis, the father of psychodynamic theory, and . Freud: Positive aspects. A lot of behaviour is based on biology. Extremes lead to extremes. Societal impact on behaviour. Male / female roles evolve from family dynamics. Id & super-ego as an analagy for biology & society. Some neurotic symptoms caused by trauma - . There is a form of neurosis (that Freud called hysteria) Note, this is all interpretation based simply on Freud’s ideas. Dora came to Freud for treatment because she developed hysteria. She became depressed, suicidal, frequently lost consciousness, had attacks of. According to Freud, religion was a means for people to exert control over the unstable outside world, and return to the bliss of childhood. Religion was an illusion, delusion, or “universal obsessional ritual.” Freud saw that religion wielded power over people’s lives. The treatment of neurosis consists of making conscious some of the unconscious until "we transform the pathogenic conflict into a normal one for which it must be possible somehow to find a solution" (Introductory Lectures ). Sigmund Freud wrote extensively about spirituality, describing religion as an infantile form of wish fulfillment. he suggested that it was an "illusion," a form of neurosis, and even an attempt to gain control over the external world. One of Freud's Most Controversial Ideas. Daily Tips for a Healthy Mind to Your Inbox. 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__label__cc	0.738611	0.261389	July 19, 2014 by girlygirlbookreviews 30 Days of Summer Tour & Giveaway~ Tender Deceit by H.Y. Hanna. Title: Tender Deceit Series: First Love Series – Book 1 Author: H.Y. Hanna Word/Page count: 71,000 words First love. Second chance. All they have to do is stay alive… Following her father’s mysterious death in Singapore, Leah leaves her life in London and returns to the island that was her childhood home. Toran James may have been the boy her fourteen-year-old heart yearned for, but the enigmatic man she meets upon her return is nothing like her memory, and the past holds more secrets than she realised. Was her father’s death really an accident? Someone is out to silence Leah – and that someone might be the man she is rapidly falling in love with…again. Fast-paced, action-packed romantic suspense filled with intrigue and sizzling tension – a perfect summer read! * This is the first part of Leah & Toran’s story, which continues in Book 2: Tender Treachery – coming soon! Amazon – Amazon UK “Quiet!” a voice hissed, as a hand clamped over her mouth and Leah felt herself pressed against a hard, male body. Muscular arms folded around her like a band of iron. She tried to scream again and struggled, kicking back with her heels. She heard a sound of annoyance and the hand fell from her mouth for a second. Before she could scream again, a voice she recognised spoke urgently in her ear. “Leah! Leah! It’s me!” He let go of her, then strong hands gripped her shoulders and gave her a sharp shake. Her head snapped back and her scream was cut off. Leah staggered backwards, staring at the man in front of her. “Toran?” He glanced around, then moved swiftly, taking her right arm and leading her towards the building entrance. She stumbled along beside him, trying to keep up with his long strides, as they passed through the lobby of the building and headed towards the lifts. “Get in,” he said tersely as the lift doors opened. “No.” She balked. “Not until you explain what’s going on. And what the hell you thought you were doing just now, manhandling me like that.” He glanced back the way they had come and gave her a gentle push. “I don’t have time to explain now.” “Well, I don’t care. I want—” “GET. IN.” The look on his face scared her. This was not the boy she used to know, but a man who could be dangerous. Very dangerous. She stepped into the lift and stood well away from him as the doors swished shut after them, and the hum of machinery told her that they were ascending. “Where are we going?” she demanded. “To the fifteenth floor.” He ran a hand through his hair. “Leah, I’m sorry; this wasn’t how I planned the evening at all—” “Oh, really? You mean you don’t always attack your dates and maul them as soon as you see them? I guess I should be honoured that I get that special privilege!” She was angry now—angry at how scared she had been, angry at his strange behaviour, maybe even angry at herself for feeling a thrill of excitement when she had been pressed up against his body. She remembered the way his chest felt, hard under her hands, and the rough thrust of his thigh against hers, and her face burned. Whatever it was she had expected to feel when she saw Toran James again, it wasn’t this raw attraction. “Don’t be melodramatic,” he said. “Melodramatic? Me?” Her voice rose in indignation. “You’re the one with the kidnapping act!” “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to hurt you. I just… Someone might have heard you scream and—” He broke off. “And what?” She raised her eyebrows. The lift pinged and the doors slid open. “Come on,” he said, putting a hand to her elbow. “No!” Leah pulled her arm away. “I’m not going anywhere with you until you explain. I’ve barely been in Singapore twenty-four hours and already I feel like I’m in some bad B-movie. What the hell is going on, Toran? Why did you contact me again after all these years? Why did you ask me to meet you last night?” He said impatiently, “Because I wanted to see you, of course.” “Don’t lie,” Leah snapped. “There’s more to it than that. I know about the yacht explosion.” She saw with satisfaction that he had gone very still. “Why didn’t you mention that when you saw me last night?” The doors had slid shut again. Suddenly, the lift seemed a lot smaller. Leah felt a flare of panic. What was she thinking, confronting him here in this tight, airless space? She flew towards the controls, but he stepped forwards, blocking her with his body. His hand shot out and gripped her wrist. Leah felt herself pulled up against him, pressed once more against the taut, muscular length of his body. She gasped, throwing her head back. The pad of his thumb brushed against the soft skin on the inside of her wrist and a shudder of awareness ran up her arm. “I’ll explain, but not here. Not now. You have to trust me.” His green eyes burned into hers. H.Y. Hanna was born in Taiwan and has been a globe-trotter most of her life, from growing up in the United Arab Emirates to attending school in New Jersey, from working in the glamorous world of London advertising to emigrating Down Under. Along the way, she somehow managed to pick up a wonderful husband, a huge, slobbery dog, two rescue cats, an assortment of cardboard boxes and a slightly dodgy “trans-atlantic” accent. After graduating from Oxford University, she tried her hand at a variety of jobs before returning to her first love: writing. 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__label__wiki	0.570784	0.570784	Science Keywords>SOLID EARTH>GEOMORPHIC LANDFORMS/PROCESSES>COASTAL LANDFORMS Polygons of Global Undersea Features for Geographic Searches Entry ID: USGS_undersea_features_version 1 Abstract: ABSTRACT: A shapefile of 311 undersea features from all major oceans and seas has been created as an aid for retrieving georeferenced information resources. The geographic extent of the shapefile is 0 degrees E to 0 degrees W longitude and 75 degrees S to 90 degrees N latitude. Many of the undersea features (UF) in the shapefile were selected from a list assembled by Weatherall and Cramer (2008) ... in a report from the British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) to the General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO) Sub-Committee on Undersea Feature Names (SCUFN). Annex II of the Weatherall and Cramer report (p. 20-22) lists 183 undersea features that "may need additional points to define their shape" and includes online links to additional BODC documents providing coordinate pairs sufficient to define detailed linestrings for these features. For the first phase of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) project, Wingfield created polygons for 87 of the undersea features on the BODC list, using the linestrings as guides; the selected features were primarily ridges, rises, trenches, fracture zones, basins, and seamount chains. In the second phase of the USGS project, Wingfield and Hartwell created polygons for an additional 224 undersea features, mostly basins, abyssal plains, and fracture zones. Because USGS is a Federal agency, the attribute tables follow the conventions of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) GEOnet Names Server (<http://earth-info.nga.mil/gns/html>). Purpose: PURPOSE: These polygons are provided as criteria for selecting georeferenced data from other databases. The precision of geographic searches in any system that employs these polygons will depend on the nature of the search algorithm. This information is not intended for navigational purposes. These data are intended for science researchers, students, policymakers, and the general public. The data ... can be used with geographic information systems (GIS) software to display geologic and oceanographic information. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Spatial Extents for Marine Gazetteers project. Project Leaders: Frances L. Lightsom, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Coastal and Marine Geology Program (CMGP), Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center (flightsom@usgs.gov) Alan O. Allwardt, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Coastal and Marine Geology Program (CMGP), Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center (aallwardt@usgs.gov) Project background: Gazetteers of terrestrial and marine regions, including the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), GEOnet Names Server (GNS), GEBCO Gazetteer of Undersea Feature Names, and VLIZ Marine Gazetteer (VLIMAR), generally provide single-point locations or rectangular bounding boxes for named features, because the primary function of these gazetteers is to standardize geographic name usage. Many geospatial information services, however, would be improved if the authoritative place names from these gazetteers were associated with polygons representing the actual spatial extents of the features in question. The USGS Coastal and Marine Geology Program (CMGP) has created and compiled shapefiles to facilitate the retrieval of georeferenced information resources related to named oceans and seas, undersea features, coastal features and waterways, and relevant administrative areas including the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Coastal Zone Management Program (CZMP) counties. Geospatial information systems with the capability for searching user-defined, polygonal geographic areas will be able to utilize these shapefiles or secondary products derived from them, such as well-known text (WKT) representations of the individual polygons within the shapefiles. CMGP and its collaborators would benefit from improvements in the gazetteers for these existing and planned geospatial information services: 1. The CMGP Knowledge Management Project provides online geospatial search services for research data and scientific information (for example, CMG InfoBank and CMGDS). These geospatial search services currently employ simple map interfaces and/or gazetteers with rectangular bounding boxes for spatial extents. 2. The internal USGS Geospatial Management Information System (GMIS) has a gazetteer with polygons for locating field studies on land, but it offers little aid for offshore searches, where many CMGP investigations are conducted. 3. Information services for two interagency initiatives, marine planning (<http://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/oceans/cmsp>) and the Ocean and Coastal Mapping (OCM) Inventory (<http://iocm.noaa.gov/iwg/>), are under development and could incorporate spatially enhanced coastal and marine gazetteers. In this context, the primary purpose of including spatial extents for the place names in a gazetteer is to assist information retrieval rather than to establish precise boundaries. Planned project products, compiled for incorporation into gazetteers: 1. Major ocean and sea boundaries (as defined by the International Hydrographic Organization and VLIMAR), incorporated into USGS gazetteers. 2. Defined spatial extents for high-priority undersea features, incorporated into the GEBCO Gazetteer (in collaboration with Lisa A. Taylor and John C. Cartwright, NOAA/NGDC/MGGD). 3. Spatial extents of named high-priority U.S. coastal features and waterways, incorporated into an authoritative gazetteer. 4. Spatial extents of relevant U.S. administrative areas, including the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), National Marine Sanctuaries, and Coastal Zone Management Program (CZMP) counties (Hartwell and others, 2013). Project results: The project will improve communication about coastal and marine activities and enhance usability and interoperability of geospatial data services. The project will lay a foundation for future improvements by demonstrating formats and systems that can be used for incorporating additional spatial extents into marine gazetteers. Project outcome: People will be more successful in using familiar place names when they are looking for USGS projects and information, and other federally funded geospatial information, about coastal and offshore features. Project objective: To generate a set of databases, in a standard format, that use polygons to define the spatial extents of named oceans and seas, undersea features, coastal features and waterways, and relevant administrative areas. Glossary of terms, acronyms, and abbreviations: > ACUF - U.S. BGN Advisory Committee on Undersea Features > <http://earth-info.nga.mil/gns/html/acuf.html> > BGN - U.S. Board on Geographic Names > <http://geonames.usgs.gov/> > BODC - British Oceanographic Data Centre > <http://www.bodc.ac.uk/> > CMG InfoBank - USGS CMGP field activity and data catalog > <http://walrus.wr.usgs.gov/infobank/> > CMGDS - USGS Coastal and Marine Geoscience Data System > <http://cmgds.marine.usgs.gov/> > CMGP - USGS Coastal and Marine Geology Program > <http://marine.usgs.gov/> > GAZ - gazetteer > GEBCO - General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (IHO-IOC) > <http://www.gebco.net/> > GIS - geographic information system > GMIS - USGS Geospatial Management Information System (USGS Intranet) > GNIS - Geographic Names Information System > <http://geonames.usgs.gov/pls/gnispublic/> > GNS - GEOnet Names Server > <http://earth-info.nga.mil/gns/html/> > IHO - International Hydrographic Organization > <http://www.iho.int/> > IOC - Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (UNESCO) > <http://ioc-unesco.org/> > Linestring - (aka polyline) an open graphic element composed of straight-line segments connected at the vertices. > NGA - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency > <http://www.nga.mil/> > NOAA - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration > <http://www.noaa.gov/> > NOAA/NGDC - NOAA National Geophysical Data Center > <http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/ngdc.html> > NOAA/NGDC/MGGD - NOAA/NGDC Marine Geology and Geophysics Division > <http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/mggd.html> > Polygon - a closed graphic element composed of straight-line segments connected at the vertices. > OCM Inventory - Ocean and Coastal Mapping Inventory (of the Interagency Working Group on Ocean and Coastal Mapping) > <http://iocm.noaa.gov/iwg/> > SCUFN - GEBCO Sub-Committee on Undersea Feature Names > <http://www.gebco.net/data_and_products/undersea_feature_names/> > Shapefile - geospatial vector data format that describes geometries as points, linestrings, and polygons (see above). A single shapefile may contain multiple features of the same geometry (several individual polygons, for instance). > UF - undersea feature > UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization > <http://en.unesco.org/> > USGS - U.S. Geological Survey > <http://www.usgs.gov/> > VLIMAR - VLIZ Marine Gazetteer (now incorporated in the Marine Regions website) > <http://www.marineregions.org/> > VLIZ - Flanders Marine Institute > <http://www.vliz.be/en/intro> > WKT - well-known text, a markup language for vector geometry objects > <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Well-known_text> CURRENTNESS REFERENCE: publication date SPATIAL DATA ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Direct Spatial Reference: Vector SDTS Point and Vector Object Type: G-polygon Point and Vector Object Count: 311 SPATIAL REFERENCE INFORMATION - GEODETIC MODEL Horizontal Datum Name: D_WGS_1984 Ellipsoid Name: WGS_1984 Semi-major Axis: 6378137.000000 Denominator of Flattening Ratio: 298.257224 NATIVE: Microsoft Windows XP Version 5.1 (Build 2600) Service Pack 3; ESRI ArcCatalog 9.3.1.3000 Link: View Related Information Spatial coordinates N: 89.0 S: -74.0 E: 180.0 W: -180.0 Data Set Citation Dataset Originator/Creator: Stephen R. Hartwell, Dana K. Wingfield, Alan O. Allwardt, Frances L. Lightsom, Florence L. Wong Dataset Title: Polygons of global undersea features for geographic searches (undersea_features.shp) Dataset Release Date: 2014-01-01T00:00:00.000Z Dataset Release Place: Reston, VA Dataset Publisher: U.S. Geological Survey Version: version 1 Data Presentation Form: vector digital data Dataset DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3133/ofr20141040 Stop Date: 2014-01-01 Location Keywords GEOGRAPHIC REGION > GLOBAL GEOGRAPHIC REGION > GLOBAL OCEAN Quality ATTRIBUTE ACCURACY REPORT: Attributes or characteristics of each polygon were newly composed for this project and checked against cited maps and other publications. LOGICAL CONSISTENCY REPORT: All polygons are closed. Polygons intersecting 180 degrees longitude are composed of two or more merged polygons. Polygons representing features occupying multiple ... discrete locations are defined by multiple merged polygons. All nodes defining polygons are represented by a single coordinate pair. COMPLETENESS REPORT: Features contained in this report were selected based on previous research interest within the USGS. Officially recognized features that have not been the focus of substantial USGS research are not covered in this report. HORIZONTAL POSITIONAL ACCURACY REPORT: Polygons were digitized at scales between 1:40,000 and 1:10,000,000 with vertices spaced between 2 and 1,500 kilometers. LINEAGE/PROCESS STEP: PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Many of the undersea features in the shapefile were selected from a list assembled by Weatherall and Cramer (2008) in a report from the British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) to the GEBCO Sub-Committee on Undersea Feature Names (SCUFN). Annex II of the Weatherall and Cramer report (p. 20-22) lists 183 undersea features that "may need additional points to define their shape" and includes online links to additional BODC documents providing coordinate pairs sufficient to define detailed linestrings for these features. For the first phase of the USGS project, Wingfield created polygons for 87 of the undersea features on the BODC list, using the linestrings as guides; the selected features were primarily ridges, rises, trenches, fracture zones, basins, and seamount chains. In the second phase of the USGS project, Wingfield and Hartwell created polygons for an additional 224 undersea features, mostly basins, abyssal plains, and fracture zones. Polygons were created and compiled in a single shapefile, using ArcGIS version 9.3.1, with the aid of historical bathymetric maps and bathymetric raster data -- the ETOPO1 global relief model (NOAA National Geophysical Data Center, 2009) was used unless noted otherwise in the COMMENTS attribute field. Primary scientific literature was used to resolve ambiguous feature extents and is cited in the COMMENTS attribute field. Maps from the General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO) and the International Bathymetric Chart of the Arctic Ocean (IBCAO) were also consulted as needed but are not cited in the COMMENTS attribute field. Adjacent polygons were snapped together, except for clearly overlapping and nested features. The UFI and DSG attributes follow the GEOnet Names Server geographic information system (GIS) compatible format (). UFI and DSG values are taken from the GNS database. The federally approved name in GNS is given in the UF_NAME attribute field (except as noted in the COMMENTS attribute field). Variant names used by GEBCO or USGS are listed in the VAR_NAME attribute field if applicable. Polygon centroids (CENT_LAT and CENT_LONG attribute fields) were determined using ArcGIS Calculate Geometry, in the WGS 84 geographical coordinate system. (CENT_LONG values for features crossing the 180th meridian were estimated by inspection in ArcMap.) The centroid of a highly irregular or non-convex feature may fall outside the perimeter of the polygon, as this calculated value represents the average center. Depth ranges included in the COMMENTS attribute field for some features represent the approximate depth in meters below sea level. These values were obtained by examining bathymetric maps and bathymetric raster data to determine the minimum and maximum depths that define the feature and its spatial extent. Depth ranges typically apply to features such as basins, plains, and seamounts, which are reasonably defined by closed isobaths, but do not apply to features such as canyons, fans, and escarpments. AREA_SQKM values were determined using ArcGIS Calculate Geometry, with datum WGS 84 and sinusoidal (equal area) projection. The sinusoidal projection preserves area but distorts perimeter values for high-latitude features. PROCESS DATE: 2009-2014 Access Constraints ACCESS CONSTRAINTS: None DISTRIBUTION LIABILITY: This information is not intended for navigational purposes. This data set has been approved for release and publication by the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Although this data set has been subjected to rigorous review and is substantially complete, the USGS reserves the right to revise the data ... pursuant to further analysis and review. Furthermore, it is released on condition that neither the USGS nor the United States Government may be held liable for any damages resulting from its authorized or unauthorized use. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. Use Constraints Feature polygons are defined for general reference and are not to be construed as legal boundaries. This information is not intended for navigational purposes. Read and fully comprehend the metadata prior to data use. Uses of these data should not violate the spatial resolution of the data. Where these data are used in combination with other data of different resolution, the resolution of the ... combined output will be limited by the lowest resolution of all the data. 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__label__cc	0.708949	0.291051	general » Fish, Transparency and the Future of the WTO Fish, Transparency and the Future of the WTO For years, discussions on disciplining subsidies to fisheries have been ongoing at the WTO. For many observers, this has become a test case whether WTO members can still reach an agreement and whether the institution can move ahead. This blogpost discusses how some ideas developed in GED Publications can help to enforce an agreement on fisheries. The subsidies governments provide to fishing fleets present a challenge to sustainable development because they often make fishing more profitable than it would otherwise be and can undermine efforts to keep catch at sustainable levels. Negotiations on the issue at the WTO have been going for many years. Momentum in the negotiations increased in 2015 when a UN Member States included the issue in the Sustainable Development Goals. SDG Target 14.6 sets a deadline of 2020 for WTO Members to reach agreement to “prohibit certain forms of fisheries subsidies which contribute to overcapacity and overfishing, and eliminate subsidies that contribute to IUU fishing, and refrain from introducing new such subsidies, recognizing that appropriate and effective special and differential treatment for developing and least developed countries should be an integral part of the WTO fisheries subsidies negotiation.” WTO Members are now working intensively to complete these negotiations by the next WTO Ministerial Conference in June 2020. A key element in the design of the new agreement is new obligations of transparency about the subsidies members provide, and how these relate to the economic and environmental conditions of subsidized fishing. A further key element is how the new obligations will be reviewed and monitored. This presentation by Robert Wolfe based his work in our WTO reform project draws lessons from his experiences in the WTO review process and provides concrete suggestions on how best the notification and monitoring of new fisheries subsidies rules could be designed. He suggests that: Review and monitoring of fisheries’ subsidies at the WTO could support domestic reform by helping members learn about their own measures and those of other members. Members could include in the new agreement a process similar to the discussion of “specific trade concerns” in other WTO committees, which helps to clarify policy measures members are taking, and defuse potential conflicts. Members could also consider whether they want to establish a separate committee to house discussion of fisheries subsidies at the WTO, to enable useful technical discussion by capital-based experts of members’ measures and implementation of the new agreement. Next week, negotiators on fisheries subsidies are going to meet again in Geneva. This is an important moment, not only for fish but for the organisation as a whole. If fisheries as a test case for WTO fails, it will be difficult to get political buy-in for other reform topics. Alice Tipping Lead Fisheries Subsidies, International Institute for Sustainable Development Our Panel of Experts presents our Recommendations at Public Forum 2018 The World Trade Organization (WTO) serves as a place where trade policy issues are addressed, disputes arbitrated, legal frameworks derived and enforced. The Bertelsmann Stiftung’s Expert Board on the Future of Trade Governance has released a report that elaborates a series of feasible policy recommendations that will increase the effectiveness and salience of the WTO. More ... future of WTO1 WTO25	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1280
__label__wiki	0.585883	0.585883	VIDEOS » Countries at The Crossroads » Archives » Three Things To Watch in Brazil Three Things To Watch in Brazil Sam George / GED On the morning of March 2, I met with former Brazilian President Lula da Silva at the Instituto Lula in Sao Paulo in the context of the Latin America at the Crossroads video series. He seemed tired and apprehensive. He asked if I would visit the beach, and I said only if you promise not to tell my boss. Two days later, in scenes that played out on live TV, federal police raided his house and detained him for hours of questioning regarding percolating corruption charges stemming from his period as president. A federal indictment followed days later, and the opposition to the Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT) government – both elected officials and regular Joãos in the street—smelled blood. Lula is inexorably linked to his protégée and successor, President Dilma Rousseff, who herself faces impeachment charges regarding fudged fiscal figures. The situation continues to unravel as if out of a telenovela; not an altogether uncommon characteristic of Brazilian politics. With competing street protests as a backdrop, President Dilma offered Lula the opportunity to join her administration as a Chief of Staff, a position that entails broad legal protection from prosecution. However, just as Lula formally accepted the position, a federal judge in Brasilia issued an injunction that would prevent the realization of the appointment. Forecasting what could happen next is a fool’s errand. However, a couple of underlying trends are important to monitor. While these issues may not indicate tomorrow’s headline, they can help us understand the trajectory of the perennial country of the future. I hope you like jamming Regardless of what happens in the next weeks, the Brazilian political system has hit a log-jam. As a result, any policy implementation is unlikely, and critical reforms will remain sidelined. Identifying corruption is one thing; eradicating it is quite another. Both the brazen nature and the scope of the Petrobras scandal underscore the deep-seated roots of graft, fraud and bribery in Brazil’s public sector—a pedigree not particular to any one party. In a sentence, the scandal involves billions of dollars of public sector contracts awarded by Petrobras, the state oil company, with a few percentage points tacked on top for kickbacks. But such institutionalized malfeasance does not occur in a vacuum. Since transitioning to democracy in the in late-1980s, political parties have been unable to consolidate power. Instead, Brazilians vote for individuals as opposed to platforms, and party affiliation is tenuous. For years, the best way to maintain a coalition (or support on a given issue) was through favor-granting, or, in more vulgar moments, cash. Even many opposition partisans admit that the first one-and-a-half terms of Lula’s presidency were rather successful. From 2003 through 2010, Brazil averaged over four percent annual growth, while conditional cash transfer programs helped lift around 40 million people from poverty. Only later did it come to light that the congressional coalition that supported Lula’s program was funded by monthly bribes – hence that previous scandal’s nickname, mensalão – or “the big monthly”. The scheme was effective, but hardly original. Many in the upper-echelon of Brazilian politics on both sides can and are being implicated in corruption scandals. Dilma faces impeachment, but the House Speaker bringing the charges, Eduardo Cunha, himself faces charges of receiving upwards in US$ 40 million in bribes. No cow is sacred. Lula—the man behind Brazil’s “rise”—faces federal charges. His predecessor, Fernando Henrique Cardoso, a darling of Washington technocrats, has his own dirty laundry aired in every newsstand along Avenida Paulista. As a result of the finger-pointing, the already tenuous coalitions have fragmented, undermining anyone’s ability to implement economic reform. This is unfortunate because the country badly needs it. Brazil’s fiscal deficit has surpassed ten percent. Inflation, a pest that has plagued the country long before anyone heard of Zika, is back above ten percent. Joaquim Levy, the market-trusted finance minister appointed by Dilma in February 2015, has left the government having been unable to reign in the country’s spending. Dilma may remain in power, but she will lack a mandate. Even if she could push through reform, the incentive to do so is unclear. She needs her core constituency now more than ever; slashing the budget in the midst of a recession carries significant risk. If Dilma can save her presidency, the current government will likely muddle on until general elections in 2018. The alternative is not much better. A great success of the PT governments has been to give a voice to millions of poorer Brazilians that previously had none in the political realm. An impeachment would undermine that voice, and create deep fissures in increasingly divisive political discourse. A Dilma-led government will struggle to implement reform. A government instituted via impeachment will have dubious legitimacy and would struggle as well. Either option is unlikely to break the impasses in Brazilian politics. Thus far, financial markets have reacted positively to increased pressure on President Rousseff. These markets may be disappointed to find that even a replacement government will be hardpressed to address the economic conundrum. Who is in the streets? In the coming weeks, Brazil followers will be treated to an impressive array of protest photos – iconic avenues throughout the country packed with protesters, both for and against the government. But these are not the first protests of the Dilma administration. In 2013, a modest hike in bus fares sparked lingering frustration with the country’s economic management. Millions took to the streets in the run-up to the 2014 World Cup as the country erected world class football stadiums in the shadows of third-world favelas. But in the end, nothing changed. Could this time be different? The consequences could depend on who and not how many are in the streets. The anti-government protesters tend to be middle class and upper middle class. They are better educated. In a country of tremendous diversity, they are often of lighter skin. Meanwhile the pro-government protesters also come from a reliable base: The PT government remains strong with unions for example (leading to the ever-present rumor that they are paid to participate). If these trends hold true, the government could well survive the current uproar—after all, it has done so before. To date, the extremely rich and the extremely poor (and there are both in Brazil) have not taken part in the movements. Increased involvement by either could put significant pressure on Brazil’s congressmen and senators to pursue the impeachment option. If the poor were to join the protests, President Dilma would likely lose her job. Dilma, Lula and the PT – Stuck in the Middle with You Finally, dynamics between President Rousseff and ex-President Lula da Silva will hint at the future not only of both politicians, but also of the Partido dos Trabalhadores. Both figures have a lot at stake. Dilma – who has indicated that she will not resign – must walk a careful tightrope to avoid having her potential impeachment upheld by the senate and congressional plenary. For Lula, the outcomes are even more dramatic – if he can galvanize his waning support, he could still make a run at the presidency in 2018. Alternatively, if charges against him proceed and he is stripped of immunities, he could well end up in prison. What becomes of the PT hinges on the fate of their two flagbearers. In early March, insiders felt Dilma was on the verge of leaving the PT. With the fog of corruption scandals engulfing the party, political analysts felt the prospect of her survival would improve if she cut ties with the embattled group. Speculation increased when she did not attend March meetings of National Directorship of the PT. This calculous changed, however, when a high-ranking PT Senator who was close to Dilma was arrested in relation to the Petrobras scandal. As part of the plea bargain, Senator Delcídio Amaral implicated the President in his testimony. This deposition made it much more difficult for Dilma to present herself as above the fray, and independent of the corruption circuits that apparently plagued the PT. No longer able to cut ties, her best chance for survival shifted to doubling down on her affiliation with Lula, and throwing the ex-President a life jacket by way of a cabinet seat. At the moment, it appears likely that a senate subcommittee will recommend Dilma’s impeachment in late-April. Lula may be the only person capable of building enough support in the senate and congress to prevent that recommendation from being upheld. In this case, de-facto power would shift into Lula’s hands, implying that Dilma could be out either way: either by impeachment, or by internal and informal displacement. Meanwhile, cue the ominous piano riff…this soap opera is about to get interesting. 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__label__cc	0.744992	0.255008	Home » Board of Commissioners » 7/16/2013 BOC Regular Session Minutes 7/16/2013 BOC Regular Session Minutes REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Gordon County Board of Commissioners held their Regular Meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Administration Building. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Hood asked if there were any additions, omissions, or deletions to the Minutes for the Work Session July 2, 2013, and the Regular Meeting July 2, 2013. Commissioner Cunningham made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner Steward seconded the motion and all voted aye. Minutes approved. Administrator Dowling read the report (copy attached). Commissioner Gazaway commented that he’d attended the ground breaking for the College & Career Academy today. Commissioner Steward made a motion to open the Public Hearing for Zoning. Commissioner Gazaway seconded the motion and Commissioners Steward, Gazaway, Sexton, and Cunningham voted aye. APPLICATION #Z13-01 Brian Baxter County Attorney Smith advised that this is a zoning application for Brian Baxter requesting to rezone from A-1 to RA-1. The property is located at 522 Cook Road in Resaca. This comes to the Board of Commissioners from the Planning Commission with their recommendation for approval. Mr. Brian Baxter spoke to the Board explaining the rezoning request and answered questions from the Board. No one spoke to the Board in opposition to the rezoning request. Commissioner Cunningham made a motion to approve the rezoning request. Commissioner Sexton seconded the motion and Commissioners Cunningham, Sexton, Gazaway, and Steward voted aye. Motion passed. APPLICATION #Z13-02 Corey Baxter County Attorney Smith advised that this is a zoning application for Corey Baxter requesting to rezone from A-1 to RA-1. The property is located at 536 Cook Road in Resaca. This comes to the Board of Commissioners from the Planning Commission with their recommendation for approval. No one came before the Board to speak for or in opposition to the rezoning request. Commissioner Gazaway made a motion to approve the rezoning request. Commissioner Cunningham seconded the motion and Commissioners Gazaway, Cunningham, Steward, and Sexton voted aye. Motion passed. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC – GERMANE TO THE AGENDA BID AWARD FOR LAWN CARE SERVICES FOR VARIOUS COUNTY FACILITIES Administrator Dowling advised that this is a bid award for lawn care services for various county facilities. Gordon County solicited for bids from private companies to provide law care services for 21 county facilities. Eight vendors responded with sealed written bids. County staff reviewed and evaluated all submitted bids. Staff recommends awarding the bid to Johnson Lawncare for an annual price of $26,995. Funds for this service were budgeted and the contract with Johnson will begin September 1st. Commissioner Steward made a motion to award the bid to Johnson Lawncare. Commissioner Cunningham seconded the motion and Commissioners Cunningham, Steward, Gazaway, and Sexton voted aye. Motion passed. GEORGIA DOT LOCAL MAINTENANCE & IMPROVEMENT GRANT (LMIG) 2013 Administrator Dowling advised the Board that this is the Georgia Department of Transportation local maintenance and improvement grant, LMIG, for 2013. This is an annual grant given to each county in Georgia based on a formula. Gordon County typically gets about $400,000 to $500,000 a year. Barry Hice, Director of Public Works, is recommending that we submit to DOT four roads for LMIG – McDaniel Station Road, County Line Road, Liberty Church Road, and Oostanaula Bend Road. Commissioner Sexton made a motion to approve submitting the Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant to DOT. Commissioner Cunningham seconded the motion and Commissioners Cunningham, Sexton, Steward and Gazaway voted aye. Motion passed. DECLARATION OF SURPLUS COUNTY PROPERTY FOR SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT FOR FOUR VEHICLES Administrator Dowling advised that this is a request from the Sheriff’s Department for Board approval of a declaration of surplus county property for four vehicles, a 2005 Dodge Magnum, 1990 Ford Truck, 1994 Nissan Truck, and a 2000 Volkswagen Jetta. Commissioner Cunningham made a motion to approve declaring four vehicles surplus county property for the Sheriff’s Department. Commissioner Gazaway seconded the motion and Commissioners Cunningham, Sexton, Gazaway and Steward voted aye. Motion passed RE-APPOINTMENT OF ANGELA HARRIS TO THE LIBRARY BOARD FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM ENDING JUNE 1, 2016 Administrator Dowling advised that this is a re-appointment of Angela Harris to the Library Board for a three-year term ending June 1, 2016. Commissioner Cunningham made a motion to approve the re-appointment of Angela Harris to the Library Board. Commissioner Gazaway seconded the motion and Commissioners Gazaway, Cunningham, Steward and Sexton voted aye. Motion passed. APPROVAL OF BOARD TO CANCEL THE OCTOBER 1, 2013 REGULAR MEETING DUE TO A BOARD CONFLICT Administrator Dowling advised that this is for the Board to consider cancelling the October 1, 2013 Regular Meeting due to a conflict with an ACCG Conference. Commissioner Sexton made a motion to cancel the Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners scheduled for October 1, 2013 due to an ACCG Conference. Commissioner Gazaway seconded the motion and Commissioners Sexton, Gazaway, Cunningham, and Steward voted aye. Motion passed. Commissioner Cunningham made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Gazaway seconded the motion and all voted aye. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1291
__label__wiki	0.834124	0.834124	Characters, Deceased, Characters Killed by Carmine Falcone, Gotham Original characters Falcone crime family members Fish Mooney "Arkham" 7 episodes (see below) Makenzie Leigh Liza was a singer at Mooney's Nightclub and Carmine Falcone's former housekeeper. Liza was a singer who auditioned for Fish Mooney's Nightclub. After auditioning, she was asked if she wanted to be powerful and respected by Fish Mooney, to which Liza agreed that she did. Afterward, when asked by Mooney to seduce her as the final part of the audition, Liza kissed her. Later when Mooney made the decision to have Liza and another singer fight to see who would get the position, she quickly beat the other girl into submission, earning her place at Mooney's side. [1] Fish then began teaching Liza opera notes and chords. She disguised her to look like Falcone's mother and planted her on Falcone. Liza listened to opera with Falcone in the park, and began completing tasks for Fish and getting close to Falcone. Liza's bodyguard was later gunned down and she was hooded and kidnapped. Terrified, she found herself a hostage, but breathed again when she realized it was Fish who had taken her. Ms. Mooney had decided to make her move against Falcone, and Liza was her lever. In exchange for Liza's safe return, Falcone would have to agree to leave Gotham permanently, and go live in the country with his love. Falcone himself saw merit in this, but a combination of Victor Zsasz's unwillingness to let him give up, and Penguin's revelation that Liza had been planted in Falcone's life by Mooney changed his mind. Falcone arrived at the nightclub apparently resigned to the quiet life, but once he spoke to Liza himself, and saw from her reactions that Cobblepot's accusations were true, Zsasz and his henchwomen shot and killed Mooney's goons. Deploring the way he had been manipulated with the image of his mother, Falcone strangled Liza himself, and then told Zsasz to take away Mooney and Butch Gilzean, who were the only survivors on her side. Penguin was, however, given the opportunity for one last gloat, before his nemesis was dragged away.[2] "Viper" "Penguin's Umbrella" "The Mask" "Harvey Dent" "Lovecraft" "What The Little Bird Told Him" ↑ Woodruff, Ken (writer) & Scott, T.J. (director) (October 13, 2014). "Arkham". Gotham. Season 1. Episode 4. FOX. ↑ Edlund, Ben (writer) & Egilsson, Eagle (director) (January 19, 2015). "What The Little Bird Told Him". Gotham. Season 1. Episode 12. FOX. Retrieved from "https://gotham.fandom.com/wiki/Liza?oldid=71910" Characters Killed by Carmine Falcone	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1292
__label__wiki	0.628863	0.628863	Ambiguity Around The Prize Pools For Blizzard’s Esport Grand Finals Fuels Controversy Nov 01, 2019 Stephen McCaugherty 0 comments 148 Credit: PicturePlane via YouTube Gamers and fans have raised concerns about the prize pools for the Arena World Championship (AWC) and Mythic Dungeon International (MDI) Grand Finals. These eSport series revolve around the popular massive multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft (WoW). WoW developer Blizzard Entertainment oversees the eSports, including the prize pool associated with the Grand Finals. On March 19, Blizzard announced to the public that it was going to crowdfund the prize pools. For every purchase of a Transmorpher Beacon or Lions Pride and Horde’s Might Fireworks a fan makes, Blizzard would allocate 25% of the money to the AWC and MDI prize pools. The controversy comes with the wording of the blog post and the nature of the crowdfunding campaign. The post said, “…25% of the proceeds will contribute toward the year’s finals LAN event prize pool for the Arena World Championship (AWC) and the Mythic Dungeon International (MDI) with a guaranteed minimum prize pool of $500,000 USD ($250,000 USD for each event.)” This reason this statement is so controversial is because it’s ambiguous. Gamers and fans all around are confused if Blizzard meant that Blizzard would automatically donate $500,000, or Blizzard would make sure the bare minimum was $500,00 regardless of item sales. The prize pools for the MDI and AWC Grand Finals are $330,000 apiece, bringing the total to $660,000. WoW players have viewed Blizzard as backing out of their promise of putting in $500,000 on top of money made from the item sales. Kevin “Snutz” Nguyen, a player competing in the AWC Grand Finals for the team Cloud 9, has expressed his frustrations with Blizzard. He tweeted this out: 2.6 million dollars in toy sales total, 50k increase in AWC prize pool – all crowd funded https://t.co/MWricUrkUT — C9 Snutz (@Snutztv) October 28, 2019 The way Snutz is looking at it, the crowdfunding barely increased the prize pool, even though Wow players came together and spent 2.6 million dollars to support the eSports and its competitors. As the MDI is already taking place today, it is unclear if Blizzard will make a statement on this confusion, and if they will do anything to correct the ambiguity. What are the MDI and AWC Grand Finals? Pro World of Warcraft players from around the world have been competing in these two series for months. The conclusion of both these series will happen this weekend during the Grand Finals at Blizzcon. Up first, the Mythic Dungeon International Grand Finals will determine the championship team. Six teams compete in PvE style play as they get through mythic dungeons as quickly as possible. Tomorrow, the final act of this season’s Arena World Championship will determine which team is the world champion. Eight teams are competing in PvP style play, battling it out in 3v3 arenas. ARENA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPMYTHIC DUNGEON INTERNATIONAL WORLD OF WARCRAFTWORLD OF WARCRAFT: BATTLE FOR AZEROTHBLIZZCON President J. Allen Brack Of Blizzard Entertainment Apologizes For The Rash Decision Towards Hong-Kong's Controversy	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1293
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__label__wiki	0.912406	0.912406	Lebanese Groove Thrashers Phenomy set to play Ostrava V Plamenech 2019 Lebanese Metallers Phenomy are happy to announce their addition to the Ostrava V Plamenech -lineup, playing alongside Grave Digger. The festival takes place on August 3rd in Dolni Vitkovice (CZ). Get more information here: https://www.facebook.com/ostravavplamenech. Just previously Phenomy announced their tour dates with Brazilian metal legends Sepultura on the Machine Messiah Tour 2019 in April. The confirmed shows w/ Sepultura are: April 20th – RU – Novosibirsk @ Podzemka April 22th – KZ – Almaty @ Hard Rock Café April 23th – KG – Bishkek @ Asanbai Center Lebanese metal band Phenomy was formed by Loïc El Haddad and Rudy Bejjani in 2014. The band’s sound is a mixture of Thrash / Groove metal with melodies, breakdowns and tribal/ethnic rhythms. Only three month after its formation, Phenomy performed in several local gigs and in the Persian Metal and Rock Festival in Cannakale/Troya city in Turkey alongside big names like Orphaned Land. Later on, Phenomy released their debut album “Once And For All” and received good feedback from magazines and webzines, before signing a distribution deal with Via Nocturna in 2017. In Summer 2017 Phenomy toured with Repay the eastern European countries (Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria). Furthermore the band supported Grave in Lebanon in October 2017. In July the band played at Metalhead Meeting 2018 in Romania and in august they took the stage at Wacken Open Air 2018. Phenomy released their second album “Threaten World Order” on March 2018. https://www.facebook.com/PhenomyOfficial https://www.phenomy.net The Lebanon's Phenomy to join Sepultura on Machine Messiah Tour 2019 in April Lebanese Metallers Phenomy are excited to announce their tour dates with Brazilian metal legends Sepultura on their Machine Messiah Tour 2019 in April. Stated the band: "We promised you exciting news and here you go! We are proud to announce that we will be touring with the legendary Sepultura in April 2019. More dates will be announced soon. Stay tuned." April 20th - RU - Novosibirsk @ Podzemka April 22th - KZ - Almaty @ Hard Rock Café April 23th - KG - Bishkek @ Asanbai Center Next Phenomy show: November 17th - The Palace Beirut - SKULL Session 2018 - The Underground Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/540196706445508 Lebanese metal band Phenomy was formed by Loïc El Haddad and Rudy Bejjani in 2014. The band’s sound is a mixture of Thrash/Groove metal with Melodies, breakdowns and tribal/ethnic rhythms. Only three month after its formation, Phenomy performed in several local gigs and in the Persian Metal and Rock Festival in Cannakale/Troya city in Turkey alongside big names like Orphaned Land. Later on, Phenomy released their debut album “Once And For All” and received good feedbacks from magazines and webzines, before signing a distribution deal with Via Nocturna in 2017. In Summer 2017 Phenomy toured with Repay the eastern European countries (Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria). Furthermore the band supported Grave in Lebanon in October 2017. In July the band played at Metalhead Meeting 2018 in Romania and in august they took the stage at Wacken Open Air 2018. Phenomy released their second album “Threaten World Order” on March 2018. Watch “Sacrifice (Live at i8 Production Studios)” video, taken from their latest album “Threaten World Order”: https://youtu.be/l-p9d6q7uuM https://alphaomega-management.com	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1301
__label__wiki	0.920743	0.920743	Gold Forex Body of 25-year-old Pakistani driver killed in Dubai bus crash to be repatriated UAE Transport Sahib Rahman, who was killed last Monday in Dubai, was family's sole bread winner Published: October 02, 2019 16:23 Anjana Kumar, Senior Web Reporter Image Credit: Supplied Also in this package Video: Mood grim a day after horrific accident in Dubai that killed 8 people Dubai bus crash: Pakistani driver who died in the accident was the sole breadwinner The body of 25-year-old Pakistani driver - Sahib Rahman - who died in a tragic road accident on Monday, will be repatriated on Friday early morning, a close relative has confirmed to Gulf News. The relatives and friends of the deceased driver in Dubai have come together to handle the paperwork and complete all the necessary documentation in order to repatriate the body to Peshawar, Pakistan. “We have finally concluded the paperwork. We have received the death certificate and all necessary approvals from government authorities to repatriate his body home,” said Marjan, who will be accompanying the body of his nephew on Friday morning onboard Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). “We will be landing in Islamabad first. An ambulance will later take us to Peshawar which is likely to be a couple of hours drive,” he said. Marjan said he has not yet informed Sahib’s parents about the death of their son. “I only told them their son has been in an accident. But nothing more. I don’t have the heart to break the news like this over the phone. Once I reach there, they will understand. It is a very sad day for all of us in the family and for his friends,” he added. Rahman was driving the mini-bus carrying 14 passengers on Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road when he rammed into a parked truck in the wee hours of Monday. Eight people died instantly owing to the impact of the collision, and Rahman was one of them. From the other seven passengers who died in the crash, six were Nepalese and one Indian. Of the other six people injured – five are Indians and one, a Bangladeshi. They are all being treated at the Rashid Hospital. On Tuesday, Gulf News met Marjan, 50, who could not contain his tears while talking about his favorite nephew. “I have no words to say. I don’t know what I am going to tell his parents,” said Marjan, who is Rahman’s paternal uncle. Rahman arrived in the UAE as a driver when he was just 21 years old. He leaves behind aged parents, a wife, daughter and five younger siblings – all sisters. “He [Rahman] was the sole bread winner of his family back home in Peshawar, Pakistan. I have no idea how the family will survive going forward. I have not yet informed his parents of their only son’s death,” said Marjan. Meanwhile, Jitender Singh Negi, Consul (Consular and Labour) at the Indian Consulate, told Gulf News on Thursday a police report has been issued for the Indian victim who died in the Monday bus crash. “All the formalities are being concluded. He should be repatriated soon.” As of the latest update regarding the survivors, Sagar Gonti remains in critical condition and is on a ventilator at the hospital. Prabhakaran Marimathu and Hariharasundar Chandrashekar are out of danger and have been shifted to the ward. Ranjit Rajamanikan too seems to be on the recovery mode while Ajit Kumar Arumugaval is said to have undergone another operation on Wednesday. On Tuesday, Nepalese Ambassador Krishna Prasad Dhakal confirmed to Gulf News that six of the deceased in the bus crash were Nepalese. They were identified as Dhan Bahadur Sakatyal, Narayan Prasad Pokhrel, Krishna Bahadur Pun Magar, Ramesh Chaudhary, Nayaram Saud and Dipak Bishokarma. They were aged between 30 and 35, and worked with the First Security Group. Dubai-based family of five among eight dead in Nepal Workers of Dubai company stranded with no salary, food Dubai-based Kerala family were in Nepal to celebrate How to access a DXB lounge even if you fly economy Here is your chance to become Emirates Cabin Crew Who was the UAE-based Kerala expat found dead in Nepal? Coco to face Osaka as Djokovic bowls over wildcard 'Mermaid descendants' craft garments from fish skin Diversion at Ibn Battuta Street, Dubai opens on Friday New signs make roads safer for cyclists Abu Dhabi bus crash driver was careful, gave his best From today, January 15: New Abu Dhabi radars kick in Two Sharjah road closures in place until Monday morning Sharjah flooding cuts Al Ittihad Road to two lanes	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1305
__label__cc	0.62864	0.37136	Current Issue Reviews Praise for Catechesis: A Postpastoral Collection Title: Catechesis: A Postpastoral Collection Author: Lindsay Lusby Reviewer: Lily Starr It is not often that I open a collection of poetry and am immediately stunned by vivid, color photos of flora, diagrams of human bones, a family of black and white sheep clustered together on the bottom of a page, or pink and green teeth sitting spryly on long stems. And what’s more, these visually arresting collages are only a part of the whole; we haven’t even gotten to the poems themselves. Lindsay Lusby’s first full-length collection Catechesis: A Postpastoral, winner of The Agha Shahid Ali Prize in Poetry and published by University of Utah Press, shows us its bones right from the very beginning. The first word of the book? Woman. The first word of the first poem? Girl. Lusby puts deep, complicated femininity at the forefront of her poetry, collecting and re-shaping references from Jonathan Demme’s iconic horror film Silence of the Lambs, 1954 guidebook The MacMillan Wild Flower Book, Brothers Grimm, Ridley Scott’s 1979 science fiction film Alien, among others, to define what it means to be a woman in this strange, strange world. Of course, by strange world I mean both reality and the fantastical, horrific garden where Lusby’s poems reside. One of the main fascinations of Catechesis lies in the reimagination of fairytale. But rather than relying on the tropes we have seen over and over such as Cinderella or Snow White of Disney fame, Lusby takes a more animalistic, raw approach. This is not to say the poems are not romantic in their way—I often found myself entranced by Lusby’s invention of compound words such as deersoft, nightstruck, moonbright, nightbloom, milkwarm, and ditchweed, to name a few—but rather the characters that we see throughout the book are flawed, often bloodied, and plagued by monstrous men, just as Lusby’s female readers are. Needless to say it does not take long for Lusby to develop a connection with her audience, a connection that fascinates and excites with gore, flowers blooming from jawbones, apples that replace human hearts, and the occasional set of instructions such as these: When he is asleep, rip him open like a barndoor. —from Have the lambs stopped screaming? What especially makes this fairytale different is not only the presence of Clarice or the voice of Hannibal Lecter, but the insinuation of one’s own body. A body in the poem peeled of its skin, your body reflected back at you, peeled of what shields it from horror, from male violence and force, from nature, shown bare in all it’s experience, scars, and beauty. How whole one is even while dissected, separated from herself. And if this isn’t enough to sell you, Lusby’s poems are peppered with collages of found material. Vibrant color scans of flowers, illustrations of moths frenzied around a gaslit flame, teeth with their long, white roots exposed, vintage advertisements for fertilizer, drawings of needles, dazzling erasures of scientific texts—all are able to coexist in the world of Catechesis. In some ways Lusby’s collages are visual representations of the whole collection, revealing to us one layer of imagery at a time from bone to blossom. Catechesis shows us that womanhood and fairytale are not for the faint of heart. Lusby shows us the supernatural but flips the mirror; it was our own bodies and gore all along. She whittles legend to moment and boils iconography down to shimmering memory in this deeply feminist collection. Reviewer Bio: Lily Starr is a student of poetry from Cecil County, Maryland. She earned a BA in English from Washington College in the spring of 2017 and is currently pursuing her MFA at Florida International University in Miami. Her work has appeared in or is forthcoming in The Journal, Muzzle Magazine, Electric Literature, and elsewhere. Lindsay Lusby is the author of two previous chapbooks, Blackbird Whitetail Redhand and Imago, and the winner of the 2015 Fairy Tale Review poetry contest. Lusby is assistant director of the Rose O’Neill Literary House at Washington College, where she serves as assistant editor for the Literary House Press and managing editor for Cherry Tree. Link to Purchase: https://uofupress.lib.utah.edu/catechesis/ OR https://www.amazon.com/Catechesis-Postpastoral-Shahid-Prize-Poetry/dp/1607816970 Tags book review, poetry ← Not Homeless, Just Moving by Jan Beatty → Bellows by Keith S. Wilson	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1306
__label__cc	0.603401	0.396599	Archive for the ‘ideological front groups’ Category Anarcho-Historian Lesson #11: The Perversion of the Modern City Posted: October 22, 2014 in abandoned buildings, abandoned cities, abundance, addictions, advertising, agriculture, alienation, ancient cities, ancient history, applied arts, armies, bad jobs, bad public transit, battlefields, beggars, billboards, blights on humanity, blood, bribery, brutal jobs, buildings, calendar rituals, calendars, capital cities, capitalism, centers, chains, changes, cheap drugs, cities, citizen marks, citizen targets, citizens, city centers, city government juntas, City Hall, class sections, clients, colonae, colonial bureaucrats, commandeering class, community, community support, continual warfare, control, corporate consultants, corruption, crap historians, creation, crime, criminal neglect, criminal tricks, criminality, criminals, culture, dearth, death, debt, debt slavery, destruction, dictators, dignity, dirtiness, disasters, diseases, dole money, domus, dynasties, economic niches, economy, electic cafe-bar-restaurants, elite families, elites, emigration, epidemics, European colonialism, European imperialism, European invasions, evolutions, existence, extended families, extermination, extortions, family, farming, fine arts, fines, foods, fraud, free kitchens, free markets, freedom, gangsters, garbage, gardens, gentrification, ghettos of poverty, good jobs, good paying jobs, government power, Greek polis, guards, guerrilla gardens, hipster zones, history, homeless, homes, Homo sapiens sapiens, honor, household pests, houses, human civilization, human history, human will, humanity, hunger, hunting, identity, ideological front groups, ideologies, ignorance, illness, immigration, industry, infestations, injustice, institutional violence, institutions, insulae, insults, jails, jobs, Judeo-Christian Monotheist cult, justice, kinship groups, labor, laborers, landlords, latrinae, legal assassins, liberty, lies, life, location, losers, lunatics, madness, managers, marginalization, markets, mass murder, mayor bosses, mechanical arts, media hacks, Medieval history, megalopolis, mental illness, Mercantile Capitalism, Mexican history, Mexico, military, misery, misrule, modern cities, modern monsters, monasteries, money, Monopoly Capitalism, murder, natural disasters, obligations, occupying, Olmec civilization, pandemics, parking fees, patrons, payments, peace, perversions, physical illness, place, plantations, plazas, police, police forces, polis, political clique, political economy, political enemies, political power, political rulers, politics, poor vermin, population, poverty, power, prison-gulag-concentration camps, prisons, privacy, property, property pimps, protection monies, public fountains, public realm, pyramids, race, racialism, refuse, relations, religious festivals, rent, reserve armies of labor, revolutions, Roman cities, Romanization, rudeness, rulers, rules, ruling clique, sacks, sacred spaces, sacrifice, scams, security, separation, service, sickness, sieges, slave trade, slave wages, slavery, slumlords, social categories, social classes, society, space, spatial separation, spiritual life, spontaneous street parties, squatting, starvation, state bureaucrats, street crime, street hustling, street life, street thugs, structural violence, subjects, supermarkets, tabernae, taxes, territory, the ancient State, the arts, the bad death, the Cosmos, the Earth, the evil world, the forum, the harsh life, the human condition, the modern State, the poor, the State, the wealthy, the world, threatening public signs, thugs, torture methods, transformations, travelers, tribute, truth, tyranny, tyrants, uncategorized, unemployment, unjust acts, urban decay, urban despots, urban hells, urban history, urban nightmares, urban residents, urban subjects, urban survival, urban wastelands, urbanism, useless classes, utility bills, vagabonds, violence, wage slavery, war, warfare, water, water sources, wealthy sections, weapons, wiseguys, work Tags: Anarchy, hegemony, history, honor, ideologies, police forces, resistance, self-defense, the State Human civilization has made its own history through the tempests of culture and creation. But with all of civilization’s benefits, humanity simultaneously cursed itself to permanent warfare. Warfare does not just exist on the battlefields with armies and weapons; it also functions inside the unjust and unequal distributions of class power within both society and culture. The warfare of urbanization has represented one of the most absurd attributes, whirling inside the tragic saga of the human condition. Humans have left the sanctity of the land, the hearth, and the family, in order to transform themselves into subjects under the weary gaze of the rulers. The subjects receive a new identity, and yet they become targets for both the rulers and the enemies of the rulers. Wherever there are political rulers, there are always enemies. A minute faction from the subject population reaches into the ruling clique, while another minute faction joins the enemy camp. Some human ideas have been beneficial to civilization, such as fire for culinary, metallic-sculpture and martial arts, and the wheel for transport, industry and the ceramic arts. The human invention of urbanization helped deliver civilization to Homo sapiens sapiens. The urban subject no longer had the obligation to work inside the Earth and hunt for food. They could attend to their own private gardens and enjoy the bounty of culture found in the city. But there was also a terrible price on their heads, and a nasty fear had piqued those very subjects. What if the rulers became tyrants and then decided to sacrifice their own subjects in order to hold on to their own power? What if the enemies of the rulers surrounded, starved out and sacked the city, enslaving everything away in chains – including the subjects private belongings, and even destroying completely people’s extended families? One of Urbanism’s stage right onto human history represented the 6 century BCE. On the Gulf Coast of Mexico lived a great people, referred to later in history, as the people of the rubber, or the ‘Olmecs.’ The land was good. The warm, balmy climate offered an agricultural abundance, yet its tempests disciplined the cities. The winds could bite, and yet they spread their ethereal honey on the plants and maize. The rains sometimes drenched and drowned the unwary travelers. Plants still made love to the rain. The reeds were often harsh to touch, but they helped in maintaining the delicate balance. Everything drank from the earth’s sacred blood, and then it all cascaded deep into the rain’s sacred liquid pools. In the Olmec world, an impressive city of stone had stood proud to the world, and it possessed a marvelous large pyramid of brown boulder rocks in the center. Around the pyramid were bulky grey temple structures and some thick quarry palaces for the ruler’s family, noble relations, and priests. The massive stone pyramid holding the dark glare, gave the subjects a sense of identity, and it seemed that the calendar rituals and religious festivals truly connected to the earth world at both the cave level and sky worlds. Sacrificial bloodletting enabled the elites to perform the magic effortlessly. All subjects possessed their blood lines to the city’s elites, whether through artisan, merchant or farmer relations. Their blood ties also ran deep into three distinct categories: territory, family and service-labor obligations. Everybody had their own economic niche and knew their place within the city. There were no vagabonds or beggars, and no one starved on the streets. There weren’t any issues with festering garbage refuse, nor with rampant disease. The city was actually quite small compared to modern standards. It only had a few thousand residents. But each resident existed as part of a grander family, and an even larger kinship group. Everyone recognized his or her own sacred hearth and home within the great urban polity. The Olmecs were living in an almost paradise. Yet, the urban polity felt unsettled about the constant warfare, the enemies that led sudden attacks, or even the unknown wrath of natural disasters, such as storms, quakes and floods. Like all things in the cosmos, the times began to change, with war and disaster occurring more frequently and more devastatingly. What was actually changing, if the same rituals of sacrifice and devotions had always stayed the same? The elite families could change the rules for obligatory labor services and tribute taxes. With the continual wars, they often did demand more from the subjects. Living in a great city was a divine gift, but at the same time, the subject lived in dread of the elites’ magical and violent powers. What if the wars led directly to them? What if the city had actually defeated the enemies, yet the enemies had already destroyed all the family and kin ties? Better to live free and easy than under the tutelage of a powerful, military dynasty – even with all of the blood ties. The subjects slowly began to leave the cities. They preferred to farm out in the mountains, near the water sources, runs, and forest clearings. Eventually, more people began to leave the city for the basic freedom found in the abundant Earth. About two hundred and fifty years later, after so many more years of warfare and emigration, the magical and powerful city stood abandoned. The ancient city had its days in the light of civilization, and even the ancient Olmec elites knew that their cities would die in the distant future – just like the old dynasties and the old, decrepit great grandfathers. Our modern cities are vastly different however. These blights on humanity refuse to die and the political-economic elites that run such cities have used every conceivable criminal trick within the shadowy schemas of history to continue their misrule. Our modern monsters want their hells to live forever in order to burn and flay the ignorant and poor masses. And like always, they seem to get away with their horrifying games of corruption. Our modern cities have become suffocating nightmares representing the perversions of global monopoly capitalism strangled with rampant state consolidation, street level criminality, institutional corruption, and city hall tyranny. Meanwhile, the urban subjects have to shame themselves continuously in watching the slow dying of the homeless, while enduring the public signs that threaten fines and imprisonment with those public, intrusive billboards that advertise useless crap. Within the chasm of modern urbanism, most of us must deal with street hustling and the brutality of open poverty. Most terribly, the rulers constantly threaten their own citizens in demanding regular payments for all of this madness. The subjects must submit to unending and augmenting protection monies through rent paying, housing frauds, bad public transit, utility extortions, municipal and sales taxes, street fines, parking fees and wage slavery. Meanwhile, the urban masses endure the miseries of contaminated dirt, household pests, rude behaviors, flim flam artists, common insults and reckless property pimping. The three wild animals that tend to survive in these environments are rats, cockroaches and pigeons. That our modern, urban populations do not end up as crazed lunatics on the streets, explains the marvelous surviving power of the human will under civilization. Some crap historians have stated that this urban system of decay has always existed within human civilization. This is another abject and hideous lie. The Greek polis had only few thousand actual citizens. Ancient citizens fully participated in the life of the polis, whether at war, peace, festivals or simply speaking truth to power in the public markets and plazas. No citizen had to live a marginalized existence. Those cities were more like medieval monasteries without all the rules, controls, living in cells, and hiding away from the public. The Greek polis lived as a tight community of citizen-warriors-pleaders engaged in the full plenary of an urban, spiritual life. The imperial Roman city had changed greatly since the days of Peloponnesian Wars in the Hellenic peninsula, (during the fifth century BCE), but the spirit of the polis still survived – and even as ancient imperial Rome, (around the second century AD), had reached a population level of few hundred thousand. Urban Romans generally lived in two types of housing, either in the ‘domus,’ or a type of round-square urban house with a garden and front patio, or in ‘insulae,’ which were small apartments in block buildings. These homes had no glass windows and anyone could enter the domus patios and the insulae apartments. The Romans had little need for privacy because the Roman state did not imprison and murder their own citizens over personal conduct. People lived in the public realm because the honor of the community was more important for social cohesion. The insulae dwellers did not pay our contemporary rent extortions as some historians have stated; instead, the residents of the insulae paid for their housing through labor or service obligations, within the personal political economy where the lesser clients worked for their wealthier patrons. Roman insulae dwellers received a regular dole of bread and some other foodstuffs for basic survival. No Roman complained about such a dole because an urban resident received the basic rights for survival and community support. All Roman citizens could take part in the political and public life of the market, or the ‘forum.’ Citizens had the right to use the public baths and bathrooms of the cities, called, ‘latrinae.’ All citizens gathered their drinking water, cleaning water and community news at the public fountains. Roman public life also frequented the market stalls where each city street had a particular artisan craft on display, called ‘tabernae.’ Roman elites also built their far off cities, called ‘colonae,’ for a specific population size, and all urban citizens, whether soldier or artisan, possessed full inclusion within the greater urban life. Romanization was not just an arrogant Caesar conquering a territory, it also represented an inclusive, small city for all nations that desiring to live the Roman, urban, imperial dream. How did our modern cities become the horrors of horrors that they are today? We can thank European imperialism and mercantile capitalism, with their invasions, prisons, epidemics, colonialism, slavery and mass murder, around the middle of the sixteenth-century, or the 1500s. European Colonialism destroyed the ancient cities and the marvelous wonders around the world. It replaced them with the health horrors that still fester in our days. The European colonial invaders who hated washing and cleanliness wanted to infect the rest of the world with their own miseries. In that sense, they were successful. The European colonial powers enforced mercantile capitalism through its brutal monopolies, massive land thefts, slave trading and export plantations that worked the kidnapped laborers to death. Mass kidnapping rings located off the coasts of West Africa could always replenish the exterminated labor pool. European colonial statecraft set up the first prisons, Inquisitions, witch hunting tribunals, and other wondrous torture methods to scare the cowardly. European authorities imposed the first forced conversions in order to exterminate the native cultures. The European colonial city had thus transformed into cauldrons of sickness, disease and the bad death. And like all epidemics, they have spread out into the entire human world. The European colonial elites further perverted modern urbanism through dividing the colonial city into racial caste and social class sections. There was one destitute section for the colonized victims and the other poor losers, where there was another nicer section, usually around the city center, for the colonial bureaucrats and military commanders, inclusive of wealthy slave traders and slave owners who owned their second homes. We still see such eyesores today. We have our ghettos ransacked with no jobs or brutal jobs that pay badly, abandoned buildings, disease and rodent infestations, run down, street crime ridden sections of town, and next we have our gentrified, hipster zones where the easy job, six figure salary people enjoy clean, well-stocked supermarkets with eclectic cafe-bar-restaurants. The city’s government juntas don’t care about how many people move into their urban wastelands, which chew out their millions of victims. The more poor vermin that enter, the greater the slave wage, reserve army of labor population pool. These massive, megalopolis cities literally feed from the trough of criminal neglect. Large cities that are also capital cities are even worse off than the megalopolis cities. A large population of the capital city essentially exists on state parasitism. These state spongers include paper pushing government bureaucrats, military, judicial, legislative managers, political executives, numerous guard-security-police forces, and other useless appendages, such as media hacks, corporate consultants and ideological front groups. They offer no useful skills to society whatsoever – except in maintaining the supremacy of central, state and municipal government power. There is no hope in changing such blights on humanity and on the Earth. The smart losers become wiseguys, gangsters and street thugs, while the sad others have to either beg for the privilege of becoming a wage-rent paying slave, or the real unfortunates, sensitive others, just abandon all hope and wait to die horribly on the city streets. Suicide through urban neglect. Many fall into the traps and permanent craters of modern, urban life. Some will die painfully from mental-physical illness, or they will become hopeless addicts partying on bad, cheap drugs. Some others just spend the rest of their days in the prison-gulag-concentration camp system. A few will make it as low-level, legal assassins for the state’s military institution. Eventually, poverty, war and misery will tear apart most of their fragile minds and bodies. Living within our modern urban pits, the political-economic elites have continued their relentless war against us. We Anarchists know this truth and so we only have one option remaining: we must fight against such injustices through both our dignity and honor. We can squat abandoned buildings. We could wheat paper and spray paint over their threatening signs, or we can set up spontaneous parties in the city streets. We might also set up free kitchens, guerrilla gardens, and feedings, or arrange a free, bartering market in a public park – or even occupy central city locations and make them our own domains. We have only our personal wills to mental freedom – these gifts still remain with us.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1307
__label__cc	0.665018	0.334982	Gwulo in 2018 Submitted by David on Sun, 2018-01-07 12:00 Time for the annual round-up of the last year, and a look at the plans for the year ahead. Vroom! The number of people reading Gwulo grew significantly over the last year. Here are the website figures first, with the number of people visiting the website rising 29% from 148,000 to 191,000: Website traffic (thousands) 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Visitors 317 253 230 226 263 250 200 157 Unique visitors 191 148 138 131 155 150 113 88 Pageviews 1,647 1,292 1,184 1,186 1,351 1,149 919 872 The growth in website traffic to new highs means at last we've moved on from my "shoot self in foot" mistake of 2014. (I accidentally blocked the Gwulo website from appearing in Google's search results, and it has taken several years to recover from that.) The number of subscribers has also jumped, from 3,400 to 4,500: Email subscriptions 2,067 1,466 1,211 1,030 833 603 353 180 Facebook 'like / follow' 2,344 1,849 1,629 965 705 463 273 Twitter followers 153 114 100 82 58 43 33 RSS subscriptions [1] 48 81 31 82 53 Total 4,564 3,420 2,988 2,158 1,627 1,191 712 180 Wartime Diaries subscribers 76 years ago 108 75 years ago 141 86 74 years ago 144 109 79 73 years ago 131 108 91 100 72 years ago 143 115 89 97 109 71 years ago [2] 139 85 88 88 81 70 years ago [2] 94 42 44 37 Total [3] 412 380 438 327 241 118 [1]. Since switching from Feedburner to MailChimp, we have no way to monitor the number of RSS subscriptions. [2]. These diary cycles had already finished, so I don't count their subscribers this year. [3]. The Total is less than the sum of the rows because many subscribers are subscribed to more than one year's Wartime Diaries, but I only count them once in the Total. If you've joined us over the last year, welcome to Gwulo! People visit Gwulo for the interesting content, and that has grown too, passing 30,000 pages: Pages on website 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Photos 17,740 15,508 11,670 9,401 7,817 6,359 5,725 4,330 Places 4,290 3,770 3,140 2,867 2,440 2,035 1,623 1,310 Diary pages 4,630 4,373 3,836 3,243 2,326 1,589 People 2,900 2,696 2,425 1,907 1,522 1,000 28 Forum topics 1,310 1,159 1,019 923 761 639 525 350 Stories 430 405 341 312 265 243 213 170 Total pages 31,300 27,911 22,431 18,653 15,131 11,865 8,114 6,160 Total comments 35,320 31,861 27,620 24,097 20,883 17,477 14,910 11,370 Jurors Lists (years) 38 35 33 31 29 27 19 11 Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the site. 2017 Review - progress against plans Last years plans were split into four groups: 1. Ask for help with running costs The number of patrons supporting Gwulo, and the monthly contribution towards running costs stayed steady: Patrons 55 54 Total HKD monthly contribution 2,425 2,440 Thank you to all Gwulo's patrons for your continued support. 2. Talks and a book I presented talk #4 for the first time in May, and it was well received. Through the year I gave a total of 9 talks and guided walks. The Gwulo book was published on 4th December, so just over a month ago. Readers have ordered over 600 copies so far, and the feedback has been positive, so I'm really pleased with how that has turned out. 3. Keep the site running smoothly We haven't had any major disasters this year, and spam stays out of sight. The site ended 2017 running faster than in 2016, helped by a move to a new hosting company, and an upgrade to the underlying PHP it runs on. All is well for now (crosses fingers, touches wood, and clutches lucky rabbit's foot!) 4. Add new features I planned to add two features this year: area-outlines on Places, and a new "Street" page type. Only the first was added. I also added a few minor features that weren't in the original plan: move "zoom" to a different screen, add Google search, a new "Places (list)" feature, and SSL / HTTPS security. 2018 Plans If you'd like to become a patron and support Gwulo, please visit Gwulo's Patreon page to sign up. I have the first talk booked for March - more details on that later. If you hear of anyone organising an event that might need a speaker or a guided walk, please ask them to contact me: david@gwulo.com I will publish a second volume of Old Hong Kong Photos and The Tales They Tell towards the end of the year, and in the meantime I'll work to promote the first volume. If you have business visitors that you'd like to hand a small gift as a reminder of their time in Hong Kong, a copy of the Gwulo book or a print of one of Gwulo's old photos could be just the thing! I don't have any plans to change anything in this area, but no doubt there will be something that needs attention during the year. If you're aware of any bugs or performance issues, please let me know. I've got three ideas for 2018: 4.1 Add a new "Street" page type. This is still a good idea. Here's what I wrote about it last year: This will be the seventh type of page, in addition to the Place, Person, etc., that we currently have. I'm cautious about adding a new type of page, as it makes the site more complicated to use and run. But I think a Street page type will be a good addition, that fits in well with the rest of the site. Some of the ways I imagine it working include: We can connect Places to the Street they are on, and then for a Street we can show a list of all the buildings (Places) along it. Following on from that we can automatically generate a list of all the photos that show a Street - similar to how the "Photos along the tram line" pages work. Gather information about the re-numbering of a street over the years, following Herostratus's lead. Record the origin of the Street's name, its date of creation, and its development over the years. Record the Street's route, and show that route on modern maps and scanned copies of old paper maps. 4.2 Authors' tools. I hope these can make the site more 'useful and/or easier to use for the people who add photos and content to Gwulo: Private messaging. his will allow one user to send a message to another user in the background. It's good for direct questions that don't need to be made public. Author profile. Optional, but where a user can post details about themselves, eg what parts of Hong Kong's history they are interested in. Author summary. Show all the content that has been added by a given author. This will be helpful for authors, as I'm often asked for help in finding something an author has posted but cannot find. Readers can also use it when they see an author they like, and want to find more pages by them. 4.3 Tags. Tags are an important but often overlooked part of the site, gathering related pages together. Some ways we can make them better: Combine duplicate tags. I started this clean-up work last year, and will carry on with it this year. Improve the display and editing of tags. Show photos on the Everything tagged "tag name" pages. Display a tag cloud to highlight the most popular tags. Please leave a comment below if you have any feedback or questions about these plans, or ideas for other improvements. (Including anything you've mentioned before but hasn't been acted on yet!) Thanks again to everyone who supported Gwulo in 2017. I look forward to seeing where the site takes us in 2018. 4.2.B Author Profile 4.2.C Author Summary 4.2.D Warn if about to lose edits 4.2.B Author Profile › Improvement: Hide EXIF warnings Permalink Submitted by Admin on Wed, 2018-01-10 21:32. See https://gwulo.com/node/4713?page=1#comment-42881 for an example. Permalink Submitted by C on Sat, 2018-01-13 11:28. Congratulations on the growth in readership! Adding a new street type is definitely a good idea. I wonder if this should be lined up with the official directories of various era, as somethimes names change and have different spellings. Author summary is particularly useful as it can facilitate searching. Private messages can be useful but the flip side is certain discussions may end up being private. Gwulo book Permalink Submitted by C on Sun, 2018-01-14 11:10. I forgot to mention that I hope to see the Gwulo book translated into Chinese and potentially other languages. There would be a market not only in Hong Kong and Macao but also mainland China and Taiwan. 1910's Wellington Barracks	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1309
__label__cc	0.578392	0.421608	Healthy Workplaces for All Ages 2016-17 About the topic Who has to be involved? How can it be managed? The inspiration for the campaign Tools and publications Data visualisation – ageing & OSH Napo film Get your certificate European Week Become a campaign partner Campaign partners Official campaign partners Home » Campaign partners » Official campaign partners » European Patients' Forum European Patients' Forum Human health and social work activities http://www.eu-patient.eu/ Policy Adviser “The participation of people with chronic and long standing conditions in the job market is problematic in the EU. One in four people of working age (15 to 64) are estimated to live with long standing health problems that restrict their daily activities. In order to achieve healthy workplaces for all ages, occupational health and safety policies that establish adequate support for people with chronic conditions to remain at work are essential. EPF strongly supports the principle of health in all policies and we look forward to working with EU-OSHA and campaign partners.” The European Patients’ Forum (EPF) is an umbrella organisation that works with patients’ groups in public health and health advocacy across Europe. Our 67 members are patient organisations that represent specific chronic disease groups at EU level or are national coalitions of patients. Our mission is to ensure that the patient community drives policies and programmes that affect patients’ lives to bring changes empowering them to be equal citizens in the EU. EPF helps to empower patients’ organisations through educational seminars, policy initiatives and projects. We coordinate best practice exchanges between patient organisations at European and national levels. Our programmes also help to strengthen their organisational and advocacy capacity. Our campaign pledge: The European Patients’ Forum is committed to work with EU OSHA and partners to contribute to inclusive healthy workplaces for all ages. In particular, we will: Disseminate campaign materials to help raise awareness of occupational health and safety at work within our membership and to our partners through our various media channels Promote the campaign objectives in a conference under the Slovak Presidency *Provide the specific perspective of patients with chronic diseases on health and safety at work as needed European Patients’ Forum, 31 rue du Commerce info [at] eu-patient [dot] eu General phone: https://www.facebook.com/EuropeanPatientsForum https://twitter.com/eupatientsforum https://www.youtube.com/channel/user/eupatient Safety and health at work is everyone's concern. It's good for you. It's good for business. European Agency for Safety and Health at Work \| an agency of the European Union	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1319
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__label__wiki	0.547635	0.547635	Further thoughts on Sabine’s verdict It’s going to be some time before all the dust settles on Sabine McNeill’s trial, but by now many are aware of the verdict: she was found guilty on all four counts of stalking, as well as on six counts of breaching her restraining order. Bear in mind that Sabine has not been sentenced yet; that will take place later this week, and while we’ve heard any number of guesses as to how it might go, ultimately it will be up to the court to decide. Today we thought we’d delve into the whys and wherefores of Friday’s verdict: which charges stuck, which didn’t, and what it may mean. It’s important to remember that juries do not give reasons for their decisions; their job is to weigh the evidence and make a unanimous decision. Any guesses we may make as to their thoughts or motives are purely speculative. However, the charges on which the jury came back with “not guilty” decisions do have some characteristics in common, and it might be useful to consider what those were, as it can give us insight into what will and will not stand up in court in any future cases. On Day 2 of Sabine’s 18-day trial, Miranda Moore QC, prosecuting, laid out the foundation for the four charges of stalking: Counts 1–4, she said, allege that between 2015 and 2017, Sabine pursued a course of conduct which amounted to stalking four individuals who were named as alleged Satanic child abusers by Ella Draper in 2014. These people cannot be named due to reporting restrictions designed to protect the identities of children involved in this case. As a result, the people involved have had to change their lives drastically. Not only were their families investigated by social services to determine whether they were sexually abusing their children, but they have suffered from ruined businesses, and have had to deal with unimaginable emotional and physical impacts. Stalking is a crime which takes place over a period of time, and has a cumulative effect, Moore said. Although Sabine’s defence counsel argued that these individuals were not targeted deliberately, and that Sabine was misguided and deluded but could not have foreseen that her actions could be interpreted as stalking, the jury found Sabine guilty on all four of these counts. One point of particular interest is that in Rupert Quaintance’s August 2017 trial, it was argued—unsuccessfully, as it turned out—that targeting a group of people did not constitute stalking individuals within that group. Rupert’s jury didn’t buy it, and neither did the Court of Appeal when Rupert attempted to challenge his verdict and sentence. In Sabine’s trial, HHJ Sally Cahill QC made a point of noting that when a group of people is targeted, individuals within that group can legitimately claim to have been targeted. “To target a readily identifiable group is to target the members of that group”, she said. To determine guilt on the stalking charges required that the jury determine: Whether Sabine had definitely engaged in a course of conduct amounting to harassment; Whether this harassment amounted to stalking; Whether the stalking caused serious alarm or distress; Whether she knew or ought to have known that her behaviour would cause such alarm or distress; Whether it was more likely than not that her behaviour was for the purpose of detecting or preventing a crime; and Whether her behaviour was reasonable Clearly, the jury was able to fulfill these criteria, and found the defendant guilty. Breaches of restraining order The “breach of restraining order” charges can be roughly broken down into four groups: Direct posts to Sabine’s Whistleblower Kids blog; Links which led to Sabine’s Google Drive, which contained files such as one labelled “Cult Details”, naming the parents and children who were claimed to be part of the Satanic baby-eating cult in Hampstead; Two “live” breaches—one in person at the Church of England Synod in February 2018, and one by phone shortly thereafter; Links to Twitter and/or Facebook, which led to various sites such as Change.org or WordPress blogs, which in turn led back to the Whistleblower Kids blog. The jury seemed far less inclined to vote “guilty” on alleged breaches in the last category, possibly because an element of doubt was raised about the “link to a link to a link” issue. To determine guilt, each juror must be as sure as they can be that the defendant committed the crime, and that they intended to do so. In the case of the “link to a link to a link” charges, we can see how this would be very difficult to decide. For example, Count 14 on the indictment was returned as “not guilty”. The details of this count were that on 20 November 2017, Sabine tweeted a link which led to an article on “digital unaccountability” on her We Who Oppose Deception blog. On the sidebar of that post, one can find a link to a Change.org petition called “Stop the Forced Removal of Children by Social Services across all EU Member States”. A link was found on that page which linked back to Whistleblower Kids. While the Crown argued that this was just a particularly wily way to re-share old material, the jury’s problem would have been to determine whether Sabine was aware of what she was doing. Did she know that in tweeting a link to one blog, she was inadvertently sending some viewers to another, and then another, which contained material which her restraining order prohibited her from re-sharing? Whether one believes that it was an intentional breach or not, an element of doubt might have been raised, and that would have been quite properly sufficient to generate a verdict of “not guilty” on that charge. Others of a similar ilk were also rejected by the jury. The charges which stood, meanwhile, were those were it was relatively easy to demonstrate intent. As Sabine’s defence pointed out, the entire Whistleblower Kids blog was one gigantic breach of the restraining order…except that there was never any order in place to remove it from the internet. Given Sabine’s determination to keep the Hampstead hoax going, we would not have expected her to remove that blog without a significant push from the courts. When Sabine drew attention to the blog in a more obvious way—by posting seemingly irrelevant poetry on it, for example—it was clear that she was attempting to attract public attention to the site and its nasty contents. She was, as she admitted, on a campaign; and she stated during the trial that she would believe in this hoax as long as she draws breath. This case was a complex one, and from time to time we wondered what the jury must be making of it all. It seems that they really did get the picture. 15/12/2018 in Legal news. Tags: guilty, restraining order, Sabine McNeill, stalking, trial Neelu violates her restraining order for the Nth time Update: Sabine McNeill trial set for January ← Sabine McNeill on trial: Day 18 Wesley Hall’s latest claim: ‘Gang-stalked’ in Spain? → 117 thoughts on “Further thoughts on Sabine’s verdict” I’m looking forward till the sentencing on Wednesday, that’s when I’ll be celebrating 🤣😂🤣 LOL Looks like Princess Eddie has found some quality dupes there. Thanks for the explanations given in this post. This is helpful as I’ve been wondering about it. Overall, the Jury did an excellent job, IMO. It would have been difficult for them to come to a unanimous decision on whether one could remember which links were on the sidebar of one’s various blogs. So I understand the Not Guilty verdicts in that respect. Video now removed by user… after some of us told him some truths. 😂 Managed to salvage a few comments before he deleted them and blocked us all (which he did before deleting the whole video): https://drive.google.com/open?id=1PGulKmIY5bwA4gMHQpYqlWmsy7L8NXOu Unfortunately I was just a pinch too late for one fairly long thread that was a hoot to read. And I was literally seconds too late in trying to download the actual video. Folder includes contributions from Michael of the Mouse Family. Agent M and others. Go team! 🥇 “Any guesses we may make as to their thoughts or motives are purely speculative.” I’m torn between ’12 Angry Men’… and 12 emotionally drained individuals who’d had to sit through several days of technical legalese and Sabine talking bollocks in her best Frau Farbissna voice and had buses to catch. Invernessie Watch says: More hilarity and desperation from Cat ‘Invernessie’ Scot… https://spidercatweb.blog/jokestead-trollz Eddieisok is an odd case. If I recall correctly when he was called up in front of the judge he responded “I only wanted to film the trollls”. Firstly how on earth he could figure out who these imaginary trolls are is a mystery but does it not occur to these folk that filming everyone going into a court case is highly risky?. He could have filmed witnesses who then felt intimidated and may re-think their position. One thing I am amused / horrified by is the media when they film accused persons and ask them idiotic questions as they go into court -” did you rob those 5 banks?” with the usual response coming form their lawyer “not answering questions etc”. It’s so close to trying to get a physical reaction and indeed, in the “Tommy Robinson” madness he was claiming various people going into a court case were “Muslim rapists” without really knowing. I recall a case here in Oz some years ago when a police prosecutor was charged with possession of child abuse material. At sentencing about 12 people gave written references (entirely normal) as to previous good character, charity work done etc, murderers convicted under his actions and so on. A tabloid newspaper published the images of these referees (all fairly well known people- academics and so on) with a horribly worded article that implied “friends of the pervert”. The editor was hauled into court and torn strips off for interfering in a normal court process and told by the judge those who in the future who chose to author a reference may feel they can not do it. And when the reference authors decided to sue, the newspaper caved in immediately and each one was given $40,000 in compo which was bloody good money for one letter ! The Kincorth Gazette says: And from the Beast of Kincorth… …Yet still no mention of his beloved Cat’s vicious attacks on his hero David Scot. Funny that 🤭 I see Andy ‘Tick Tock’ Devine is still planning on bringing down the entire corrupt British establishment via video from a village in Greece. He’s a hands-off activist. Now supporting the “Yellow (or was it Orange) Vests” who rampaged across London bridge bringing traffic to a standstill. All 30 of them as opposed to the estimated 300,000 plus who have demonstrated across France. Their major achievement seems to have been to block an ambulance with siren blaring that was trying to get through the traffic. Way to win friends and influence people. The Garden Fence Gossiper says: Word on the street (Twitter Street, to be precise) is that coke intake has contributed to Eddie’s paranoia. Allegedly and without prejudice of course. Apparently MKD is currently putting together a video which includes a clip of Devine admitting to dubious ulterior motives for promoting Gordon Bowden. Watch this space… The mad bint has actually given out her own email address there, along with Angela’s, John Paterson’s and Hope Girl’s 😂 I haven’t laughed so much since her “friend” at Holliegreigjustice accidentally posted a screenshot that contained her home address 🤭 Good of him to finally admit to this blog’s popularity 🙂 Note to Cat: get someone to proofread your next post. Someone with a passing knowledge of English grammar who knows how to use a spellchecker. Mkay? “All they are doing is spreading dis information [sic]” Oh the irony 🙄 Just wondering why Cat’s spelling and grammar are particularly poor tonight. It’s a real mystery 🤔 Haha, when you click on ‘Source’ at the bottom, you get this: You couldn’t make it up 😂 Aww, bless… World of Heather says: I bet Sabine’s bosom buddy Heather Brown (aka Pru Halliwell, aka Suzy Jones) is really pissed off about this verdict, hehe 🤭 Meanwhile in the world of new-age cults: Three women dubbed the Witches of Wernberg for being part of an occultist sect are being held in custody in Austria on suspicion of murdering a pensioner, committing arson and defrauding elderly people of at least €1 million. They were arrested last month after a wealthy woman aged 72 was strangled in the town of Villach. The suspects are named only as Margit T and her alleged disciples Barbara H and Melitta O. Police said that the three women and their fraud victims, mainly elderly women living alone, were part of an “occult, sect-like circle” led by Margit, a self-professed medium who practices spiritual healing and offers reflexology massage in the village of Wernberg. More than ten people are believed to have fallen for the… That’s so sad. Using kiddie-script to “prove” we’re a WordPress blog. Yeah, she’s been encouraging Eddie/Paul in his sad attempt to get his friends to hack this site. 🙄 I’d also have been concerned in case Eddie/Paul filmed jurors coming and going. Bloody irresponsible. That’s really disturbing. Which presents us with a serious dilemma, EC… …Are they more like the Krankees or the Chuckle Brothers? I shall have a coffee while I ponder this important question. Well, with Natalie Stubbs Bradshaw and Marc Armour in tow, they’re more like the Marx Brothers imo. That said, these bumbling buffoons’ hilarious attempts to get hold of people’s personal info’ is more akin to Laurel & Hardy’s efforts to get that piano up the stairs. Minus the charm, of course. I’ve never been called for jury service (been a witness though in civil cases) and often wondered what it would be like. I’d be very attentive and take copious notes but the notion of getting to the court by 9am horrifies me. If it was a long case I’d be very happy to be ensconced in a 5 star hotel with room service though. Who is Jon Weger? For the record: I can categorically state that I an NOT Baron Bernard Hogan-Howe. # I will not confirm or deny if asked if I am Cressida Dick. The Three Stooges comes to mind. Are jurors allowed to take notes? Lovely Rita says: Yes, in fact they are encouraged to do so. Pretty sure that sequestering a jury is a US thing. I think in England and Wales jurors are sent home with instructions not to discuss it with anyone which is why the rules on reporting are far stricter. We also do not know the numbers involved in reaching the not guilty verdicts. Doubt in just one or two jurors would be sufficient in most cases. Also, unlike the US, a juror cannot say post trial why they or any other juror reached their verdict. There is also another aspect which a work colleague who served on a jury mentioned to me. He’s a hang ’em, flog ’em, throw away the key sort of person when it came to office discussions about crimes and I was well known as the office small “L” liberal. However, he said that he had a very difficult time finding someone guilty because the enormity of the decision and the impact on the accused. which is quite ironic, considering that the reason that many of the witnesses were there was because that Sabines release of the info was causing them to be alarmed by the people turning up to harass them… which eddieisnotok promptly showed what they meant by doing exactly that!!!! DOH!!!! Yes, I would find it difficult unless, as the judge said, I were completely sure the defendant was guilty. Juries literally hold the course of a person’s life in their hands. He was on orders from Angela, so of course his behaviour was dodgy. She sends lackeys to do her dirty work and take the heat, while she imagines herself safe from the law in Ireland. Hacking is a crime in the UK. It has serious jail time attached to the offence. Depending on severity, 2, 5, or 10 years jail. It is also much easier to prove than harassment thanks to the helpful requirement on UK ISPs to log all traffic through their servers. Persons inciting others to hack are also liable. These crimes do not rely on interpretation or intent. If you attempt to access someone else’s account without authorisation you are guilty. Useful info, Sage, thanks. EC. This is just too funny to be left as a Twitter only post! Good Lord, this Natalie bloke is a tad angry, of course Angela is sharing it. It’s Hoaxtead, John. HOAXTEAD! Get it right, John Paterson with one ‘T’. 😡 Without a doubt! 😁 This is a hoot. Thanks for the link. 😂 Is this a mock-up by MotMF? I checked on Angie’s FB timeline when this went up on Twitter and it wasn’t there. And she rarely takes posts down. Very funny mock-up if it is, to be fair. Worthy of entry into the HR memes folder, I would suggest. The original tweet. MKD’s comment is a little ambiguous but he seems to be suggesting it’s something she might say: Don't put it past her,. @angiepowerdisne pic.twitter.com/NRBaRFmqQJ — Michael of the Mouse Family (@MichaeloftheMo1) December 16, 2018 I assumed it was a spoof. But it is just so funny! 😂😂😂 Warning to all: please do not fall for Yannis Emmanouel’s butter-wouldn’t melt act. He’s currently trying to suck up to people on Twitter and elsewhere, particularly to newbies who may not be aware of who he is. He is most likely trying to gather info and dirt on us for Angela and Kris Costa, as he has done in the past. He was the one who told Angela that I am a convicted paedophile and that he had newspaper articles to prove it. I’m not and he didn’t. He’s also part of the group that went after EC and her family and has doxed others from here to the fruitloops and put them and their families in danger. He’s a nasty piece of work – please watch your backs Yup. Well said, Tinribs. Not enough info for the uninitiated to narrow it down to an individual Yannis. Do you mean @trelopireotis? He’s dissed Stacey for winning Strictly. He will not win friends! OMG, that’s a hilarious find! Thanks, Lucca 😆 “Yolande is a scraper. She’s all over the Hoaxtead website with Scarlet Scoop.” Quote of the week 😆 Now he’s banging on about “Elm Street Studios in the 60s”. Do you think perhaps he means Elstree Studios? 🙄 Fruitcake quote alert… “Your crimes have been undercovered” 😆 https://www.facebook.com/watchparty/969036719953193/?entry_source=FEED “That’s called slander or misogyny” 🙄 “Dirty fucking blood-drinking Jews” 🙄 No death threat to me and my family there, then 🙄 “Some of them are about tae have a very bad year” Hehe, we’ll see 😜 Sorry, I forget that bloke’s name (sorry, he’s too unimportant to remember) but I think he’s just in a foul mood because of his beloved Catriona Selvester turning on his idol David Scot, hehe 😆 Yeah, shall we go back to ignoring this prick? I can’t remember his name either. Noncilvy or something. He’s the bloke who abused his own daughter, right? Marc is very annoyed that EC and Scarlet aren’t locked up 😆 That’s the one. ‘PewDiePie printer hackers strike again’ Shall I post something quite obvious about that purported police email or shall I just titter to myself. I thought that stuff he is smoking was meant to calm a person down. 😂 Ahhh, she copied it out wrong. Had a little look.So, the stuff she has used has scraped people’s names from the published part of the website and provided suggested people or emails of interest to the topic. Sooooo sinister soooo eeeeeevil EC. This is what happens when you are not blessed with brains and then burn the rest out watching conspiracy crap. Robert Green, Cat’s hero, contacts police quite often and enters into chummy correspondence. I think Robert Green must be a SIS stooge groomed to make them look like idiots who couldn’t fight their way out of a paper bag. There is a little hook in the para above to make their tiny minds all wibbly. Nasty lying cow! Oh, for feck’s sake 🙄 Trafficking in drugs and children, all while sitting in a courtroom in Southwark. Talk about multitasking. Does she own her house? It’s the first question a lawyer asks before suggesting libel proceedings. Irish defamation laws are far stricter than England and Wales. A mother and her son obtained €40,000 in damages after the child’s foster parents posted defamatory comments about the boy’s birth mother on Facebook. Ah, the irony. Living in Ireland has largely protected her from her unlawful behaviour in respect to harassment and contempt. Living in Ireland could see her in far worse trouble in respect of liability for defamation! “Something will happen”. Talk about hedging yer bets. Catching up with Flo. So, Mel Ve, she says she was a refugee from SA? In 1999? So the end of Apartheid was starting to kick in properly. look at her channel. She has always struck me as just a nasty racist bigot mixed up with new age stuff. “The Official Illuminati”? Come on, everyone knows that they sold out and went mainstream years ago. Siouxie Zoo says: There are a few things I don’t understand about Mel Ve’s current take on the situation of Sabine’s conviction. Why does she think the guilty verdict proves the hoax was a hoax when others here reminded her proof that Ella and Abe dreamt the whole thing up came in Judge Pauffley’s ruling? How does she imagine her role in promoting and hosting APD ends now when her evidence will be vital in proving APD’s guilt on harassment charges soon? I think I just caught the last 45 minutes of Flo destroyer’s interview…..the way Mel Ve bristled when Sheva confronted her, in a very non-emotive way btw (I was very impressed by how calm and matter of fact Sheva was)…I mean Mel Ve totally lost the plot such was her anger with Sheva. Anyway, when EC shared some of the communications exchanged between both her and MV some months ago, I thought then that Mel Ve is quite abnormal…she was peculiar then, she’s peculiar now. It’s clear she’s self-obsessed and it’s very doubtful she’s a proper journalist given the high standard of professionalism required which includes being ethical to the nth degree. Grobnob made me laugh….he was absolutely correct in what he said. But I favour Flo’s imperative where he says the point of his hosting these discussions is to bring about resolution even though it seems like an uphill battle. This is why many of us revolted and joined the Illuminati Resistance as we claim the Official Illuminati are now just a bunch of old Fuddy Duddies and think World Domination is so yesterday. De-constructed Freemasons are always welcome in the resistance and while we haven’t yet formulated our policy on baby pizzas, a press release on this matter and others like mind manipulation will eventually be issued to the Truther Community. # We are soon to vote on whether King Hoani John Wanoa of Rotarua should be elected as King Of All Evil. I warned EC not to carry that bottle of Aspirin through Customs. Down wiv drugs! Kells Bells says: I’m not holding my breath… Sheva starts at 1.58 btw 2.17.00 onwards to 2.17.55 “Ugly, negative and vile’ and the hoaxers like APD, cat, neelu etc etc are all love and sunshine…. Mel really shows her bias towards the hoaxing community, and against the antihoaxers like Hoaxtead Research here, even now she tries to spin it as the antihoaxers were just so mean and nasty that it made the hoaxers more believable… I can’t think of a single time that anyone said here that it would be great if someone fed Mel through a woodchipper, yet that type of comment was made against an antihoaxer… (in best Southpark voice) Hoaxers did it! Has anyone here accused Mel of trafficking drugs and children??? Has anyone here threatened to cut Mel’s tongue out ?? The list of abuse FROM the hoaxers is incredible Yet we can all go to angies site and get a copy of all the death threats she’s received from us- right? um right? She said she had a list- what 2 years ago??? (crickets) If, hypothetically, someone had fallen for the frauds of Abe & Ella, and Kevin Annett, and Sacha Stone, and Webre, and SwissIndo, and QEG HopeGirl, and the OPAL free-energy / freemen caravan, to the point of participating in all these frauds; and if that person sat down for an honest self-appraisal of the predispositions that made her so gullible in matters of fraud; then it would be worth listening to. Judge Judy says: Perhaps it’s that hot Mediterranean sun but Andy Tick Tock Devine seems to think a letter writing campaign to the Judge means they will dismiss a juries decision. It’s the first thing a solicitor will ask in Australia in a potential libel case. They can also get a court to place a (real – Not Neelu style) lien on a defendent’s property to stop them disposing of asserts as defamation cases usually take a couple of years. They can also request a judge order a defendant (or plaintiff) to pay into the court sums of money if there is a feeling a person will use the court to frustrate the process and run up costs they have no hope of paying. Most people could be bankrupted by a defamation action by costs alone and of course they won’t get legal aid. Any sensible solicitor will urge a defendant to reach a settlement asap if they believe the libel will be proved. That’s if the defendant has the money to pay a substantial deposit up front to their solicitor to defend them. Of course Rebecca Ireland has taken all this evidence to the authorities yes?. Or do they think they will fight these battles against Evil Incarnate via blog posts? Andy seems to be following neelu down the sovcit/FOTL path- cause that always works so well doesn’t it neelu…. Evangaloon says: In the Alfred Webre video Mel repeats the Jewish blood libel myth and somehow tries to tie it in with Hampstead because Golder’s Green is nearby. In a later video she says she’s not racist because she has friends of all races and some are apparently Jewish. She doesn’t seem to understand that a lot of racists say this – ‘I have a friend who is black/Asian/Jewish’ – and it means sod all. If I’d said what she said in the Webre video (which was a ridiculous attack on the Hampstead community and I don’t care if she didn’t name names) I’d be embarrassed but what stuck out most about Mel in After Dark was her arrogance. When they were giving humility out she was at the back of the queue. It’s not usually “that” expensive to get legal advice. In my case (I was the one being accused) the first consultation was free and there was a £500 retainer. Where it goes wrong is when that legal advice is ignored. With libel and defamation it is up to the person making the claim to prove that they are correct not the plaintiff. APD has not a shred of proof to back up her claims because they are baseless and she would be told to withdraw the remarks, apologise and pay whatever legal fees had been spent by the plaintiff and token damages to avoid it going to court. If you’re wondering, my legal advice was that my article was not libellous as it quite clearly was covered by the defence of parody and satire, I had made no representation that it was true and the man on the Clapham or any other omnibus would see it as such, so I copied their solicitors letter to the trade press which ran an article ridiculing them, replied in the manner of Arkell v Pressdram and heard no more! I’m Continuity Illuminati (said in a Northern Ireland accent ;-). We never sold out. Still worshipping Baal and Moloch, plus owls and …. all the other stuff. List of things that won’t happen. More worrying, he seems to believe that writing to a judge in an active trial is not illegal, and that the judge might actually read, let alone respond to his bizarre requests. Commercial Break says: MEDDLESOME EJITS:Tired of sitting on your lazy arse doing bugger all apart from typing frenetic bollocks to other nutters on the Innertube,whilst those whom work their butts off for the “system”seem uncannily favoured and rewarded by the “powers that be” like the Illuminati and other made up shite? Concerned you risk ending up washed up on the twisted shoreline of bile like Mel Ve,Power-Disney or Andy Devine and having the likes of Flo Destroyer et al expose you for the utterly useless twat you are rapidly becoming? JOB CENTER+ offer a range of alternative theraputic experiences designed to assist you keep one foot in reality and the police from your door(if its not too late). I was libeled by the News Of The World decades ago when they mistook me for someone else. It was the easiest money I’ve ever got as they settled within a couple of weeks- enough to buy a new car at the time. My partner in the project who was libeled by association was furious as he got 500 quid less. She did not take well to the end of white supremacy, and remains an Apartheid apologist. “Mel Ve is a South African born humanitarian, activist, author and independent media icon, who is descended from the Boers. This documentary tells the story of the people Mel Ve left behind in South Africa, and who are being genocidally slaughtered. “This controversial documentary film tells the story of the Boers, who they were, and why they were so important in South Africa’s history. We explore the events that led to the Anglo Boer wars, in which the Boers fought for their freedom from the forces of Imperialism. “Mel Ve controversially explores the true facts pertaining to APARTHEID, explaining some of the fallacies and lies that the world was fed in order to brainwash them into supporting the eventual presidency of Nelson Mandela, a known communist, terrorist and murderer.” Odd, isn’t it, the hit rate in finding yet another racist behind those promoting the hoax has to be in a range between 100-100%! It’s almost as if they spend their entire lives seething and fulminating about others. Sabine has made it into the Metro. https://metro.co.uk/2018/12/17/pensioner-facing-jail-accusing-primary-school-parents-satanic-abuse-8257489/ Not sure about the print edition. Her “Stop South African Genocide” website is hilarious. In theory it’s “Registered racists only”, but in practice you can access each page by hitting ‘esc’ after the main page has loaded but before the Registration code kicks in. For instance, http://stopsouthafricangenocide.org/current-affairs/mel-ve-resigns-from-the-sovereign-state-of-good-hope-24-october-2018/ — all about Mel Ve, and how much the secessionist State of Good Hope will miss her now that they have parted ways (somehow the South African republic didn’t notice that the State of Good hope had seceded). Just saw this. They were right about the verdict, but this is what comes of sending reporters into the courtroom without any prior knowledge of wtf they are going to be covering. Yes, that’s from the self declared king of disparate groups of peoples some of whom never have had kings or absolute rulers amongst themselves in the way this fool has declared himself king. I find arrogant scamming wankers and the fools that follow them morbidly fascinating. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_people https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khoisan_languages If you have any other screenshots, I would be grateful. Attempting to coopt the Khoi/San seems to be a recurring feature among South African SovCits. The GiftofTruth nutbars take the same approach: https://giftoftruth.wordpress.com/?s=khoisan The underlying idea seems to be that the Khoi and San will realise that the Boer descendents are their natural ally against their common enemy, the Bantu-speaking groups. They weren’t my own screenshots, just embedded images from Mel’s site. Have they lifted anything direct from here? I find Mel Ve’s brain vomitings strangely compelling, so effusive, so little self awareness. She didn’t know any black South Africans until she was an adult, she met some black people in Uni and was amazed at how happy they were despite their poverty, she can tell you all about freedom movements in SA and black people’s motivations, hopes and dreams from the time before she was born. Apartheid was a bit of cruelty and rudeness. THIS IS IT. Not the police state and violent suppression I heard about I suppose. A regime so awful that the word Apartheid has skipped the country’s boundaries to be recycled when states are accused of brutally segregating and oppressing people. It took me one second to decide this King is just a king in his front room. What is Mel Ve’s problem, and is it catching? It is hard to believe that they would have got so much wrong if they had read any of the background here. Looks like they are simply stealing from the Courtnewsuk.com coverage: http://courtnewsuk.co.uk/satanic-abuse-troll-faces-jail/ I don’t think so. Courtnewsuk sell their reports which pops up in the dailies and local weeklies. I mean, I don’t think the Metro nicked it, I think they paid for it. Yes, I have always understood CourtNewsUK to be a news service, not a stand-alone publication. Mustn’t forget the “Vaccines = Genocide” component of her thought-system. Kevin Rose says: Depends what the sentence is,,, Hope I’m not disappointed but it is clear that the only thing that stopped her in her tracks was being incarcerated. Given her lack of remorse and empathy, the conduct of her supporters ignoring reporting restrictions, and given she has abused children to such a degree their names will be on the internet for life, I truly hope the judge sends out a warning to all the imbeciles out there that if you engage with this sort of crime, you can expect to spend a long time behind bars.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1338
__label__wiki	0.794304	0.794304	HobbyLark Superhero Academy 101: Six Captain Marvels for the Price of One Christopher Peruzzi Chris Peruzzi is a comic book superhero historian who is passionate about how today's comic book heroes are the new mythology for America. Six Captain Marvels from left to right, Phyla-Vell, Captain Marvel (Shazam!), Monica Rambeau, Captain Mar-Vell, Carol Danvers, and Genis-Vell Captain Marvel: The Name Every Hero Wants Part of me really didn't want to write this article. Another part of me realized that I had to. Today, I going to talk about Captain Marvel. This mission and topic are by the nature of its "Captain Marvel-ness" fraught with complex issues. For example, when I talk about "Captain Marvel," any comic book fan worth their salt would ask, "which one?" Which one?! The media blitz for the two blockbuster movies would suggest there are only two Captain Marvels in all comicbookdom. I'm going to talk about, at least, six. I've heard some speak of at least 16. No, I'm not joking. The Captain Marvel who SPLIT! Do you know that M.F. Publications (a competitor of DC and Marvel in the 1960s) had their own Captain Marvel? Okay, it was a stupid concept to have a hero who could fight his enemies by shooting his extremities at them with his battle cry "SPLIT!", but there you have it—another Captain Marvel. And trust me, you really don't want to know any more about him. As I said, there are more than you'd want to know about. I'm going to talk about six of them. They are Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel, and... oh yeah, Captain Marvel. Let's begin with Captain Marvel. With one magic word the power of SHAZAM! 1. DC's Captain Marvel It's only right that I begin with this guy. He was the first. Back in 1939, a comic company called Fawcett Comics had their answer to Superman. They created a character who was big and strong and could fly. The thing was, he was different from other heroes because he was like Superman, but he was magic, too. He was Billy Batson. You see young Billy after getting royally screwed out of his inheritance by his Uncle Ebenezer when his parents orphaned him was out on the street. A dark and mysterious stranger took him aboard a strange underground train and led him to a mighty wizard. The wizard was looking for a champion for justice and good. He told him he would offer him the power. The powers would give him the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles, and the speed of Mercury. All Billy had to do was speak his name... SHAZAM! Anytime Billy spoke the wizard's name, a bolt of magic lightning would strike him and transform him into the mighty Captain Marvel. Eventually, Captain Marvel would find others to join his fight—like his sister Mary, who became Mary Marvel and his sickly friend, Freddie Freeman who through Billy gets some of his powers by saying "Captain Marvel" and becoming Captain Marvel, Jr. (thus becoming the only hero in the DCU unable to say his own name without losing his powers). The Marvel Family: left to right: Hoppy, the Marvel Bunny, Uncle Marvel, Hillbilly Marvel, Captain Marvel, Jr., Captain Marvel, Mary Marvel, Tall Marvel, and Fat Marvel The Marvel Family has non-powered members, too. There is "Uncle" Marvel, Billy's "Uncle" Dudley who has played along with the entire Shazam motif but has no powers and changes clothes into his version of a Marvel. He lies to his Marvel friends to say that he can't do most of the feats because his "Shazam-bago" is acting up. There is also Mister "Tawky" Tawny who is a pookah tiger come to life. Along with those Mary and Freddy, there are lieutenant Marvels. Why lieutenant Marvels? Well, why be a Captain Marvel when you can't outrank anyone? In any event, three other boys (called Tall Billy, Fat Billy, and Hill Billy for nicknames and to tell each other apart) became the Lieutenant Marvels, Tall Marvel, Fat Marvel, and Hillbilly Marvel—each is only a quarter as powerful as Captain Marvel. Cap's most frequent antagonist is Doctor Thaddeus Bodog Sivana. A Lex Luthor like scientist with a family of misfits of his own made up by his children Magnificus, Beautia, Sivana Jr., and Georgia Sivana. The Monster Society of Evil Captain Marvel has a huge rogue’s gallery with a few characters that have origin stories like his. There is Black Adam, Shazam's first champion, who allowed his power to corrupt him. Then there is IBAC, Lucifer's champion who gave Stinky Printwhistle the powers of Ivan the Terrible, Cesare Borgia, Attila the Hun, ad Caligula to become a strong evil guy. Then there is SABBAC who is Timothy Barnes after he says his magic word to get the powers of Satan, Aym, Belial, Beelzebub, Asmodeus, and Crateis. He breathes fire and causes all kinds of chaos. Aside from the villains that yell magic words to get their powers, Captain Marvel has tangled with Mister Mind, the world's wickedest worm, who is a tiny worm-like alien who speaks through the assistance of a tiny radio speaker. Mister Atom is an invincible radioactive robot who is a legitimate threat against the Marvels and there is also King Kull, the beast man, and the champion of fascism, the super-strong Captain Nazi. As a comic book reader, you should understand that the original flavor, up until the mid-eighties, was that these stories were generally fun adventures of a boy who could turn into a superhero and had a menagerie of characters that could appeal to young adults without getting too dark. The light-hearted tone of the comic book, for the most part, comes from a combination of empowerment of a young boy and the values that such a character would have if armed with the wisdom of the ages. When you think about it, he is a poster-boy for the Mason. A boy who is essentially a tabula rasa is transformed from a child to an adult to become powerful. Knowledge is power. Words are power. With the words that are spoken and lived we have a transformation into a mighty force. Does Billy hoard this power to himself? No, he shares it. He shares it with his sister, his sick friend, and his peers. All of this is in the name of fighting evil and protecting the populace. What I'll say about Captain Marvel, or Shazam as they're calling him nowadays, is that the stories, while a bit more serious for a grimmer DC Universe have invited a bit of speculative fiction to creep in. Now that all the heroes are within a common universe/multiverse, Captain Marvel's magic fueled powers can challenge the magically vulnerable Superman when he can strike the man of steel with magic lightning that will fry him as easily as the real thing would do to any human. Marvel one time flagship character - Captain Mar-Vell 2. Captain Marvel, The Kree Captain Mar-Vell I must admit that I have a soft spot for this guy. He was my personal favorite. Of all the characters out there who use the moniker of "Captain Marvel," this character has the most character of the bunch. I won't ignore the blatant similarities between him and his DC counter-part. While Mar-Vell's origins started with one-part science-y "Captain Video, Space Commander" and then got an injection of superhero badass powers. There is also the element of a teen-ager transforming into a mighty hero. But I'm getting ahead of myself. Let's talk about Mar-Vell. A Captain in the Kree Military sent under the command of Colonel Yon Rogg, a petty rival in love with Mar-Vell's main squeeze Medical Officer Una, to spy on Earth for the Kree Supreme Intelligence. (I'm not going to spend a lot of time talking about the Supreme Intelligence. If you want to know more about him I have more details in my "Super Geniuses of the Marvel Universe" article.) Under the guise of gathering intelligence for gaining yet another foothold for the Kree Empire, Mar-Vell impersonates Doctor Walter Lawson, a scientist at a military base. Mar-Vell's powers were quite ordinary at this point. He was a Kree and with that he was 1) marginally stronger than any human and 2) had problems breathing the air on Earth. Throughout his missions, which were constantly being sabotaged by Yon Rogg, Mar-Vell (or Captain Marvel, as his name fell prey to the Earth tongue) grew to admire the Earth people, specifically the security chief of the base, Carol Danvers. After Yon Rogg's treacherous acts were exposed, the Supreme Intelligence honored Captain Marvel with a new uniform (the red and blue one), and shortly thereafter Marvel becomes trapped in the anti-matter universe known as The Negative Zone. Negabands clang together and Rick Jones switches atoms with Mar-Vell in the Negative Zone Meanwhile, teen sidekick to practically everyone, Rick Jones was psychically led to find a pair of bracelets known as Negabands. Once he put them on, he was prompted to slam them together. That act caused his atoms to be exchanged with Mar-Vell's in The Negative Zone. They were now in constant psychic contact as their two souls became intermingled. What's more, Mar-Vell now had a method to gain access to the positive universe. Mar-Vell could switch places with Jones when the need arose to fight any super-powered menace that threatened the common good. Soon after, Marvel and Jones were dragged into the Kree/Skrull War. During the conflict Jones and Marvel had found a way to exist in the positive universe together, however at the climax of the war, the Supreme Intelligence tapped Jones to release the tremendous psychic powers (which apparently exist within all humans) known as the Destiny Force to put an end to the war. Unfortunately, the powers proved to be too much for Jones, and the experience threatened to kill him. As Jones lay dying, Marvel used his own life force to re-enter the Negative Zone and rejoin their shared existence. Jones and Marvel were now linked again. Here, we enter one of the best comic arcs ever written under Jim Starlin. Thanos, the mad Titan, began a campaign to wipe out all life in the solar system and because Thanos is Thanos his best path to doing that was to become God. This was a lifetime before anyone chose to use an "Infinity Gauntlet." What Thanos did was the same thing the Red Skull did, he decided to use The Cosmic Cube. Unfortunately, no one knew where to find it—well, practically no one. Thanos discovered, by yet unrevealed means, that somewhere buried in the subconsciousness of Rick Jones the location of the cube was hidden. After kidnapping Rick Jones (and Mar-Vell for that matter) and beating the snot out of Drax the Destroyer, Thanos extracted the location and got the cube. It was during this time that Mar-Vell was whisked away by the cosmic entity Eon. Eon was tasked with one mission—to find and make Mar-Vell the new cosmic protector and grant him cosmic awareness to stop Thanos from killing everyone. Yes, everyone. Eon gives Captain Marvel cosmic awareness (and changes his hair to blonde) In the process of doing this, Mar-Vell forsook the way of the Kree Warrior life and began a path of peace. The cosmic awareness granted him a sense of things that were significant (it was like playing a video game and knowing the object that glinted briefly was the thing you needed to defeat the big boss). Much like Spider-man's spider-sense and Mantis's psychic vibrations it warned him of danger, although cosmic awareness was greater in scope than either. Eon tightened already hair trigger reflexes within Marvel and gave him an abundance of humility and a pinch of grandeur to prepare him for the task of stopping Thanos. What I need to stress here is that Mar-Vell—Captain Marvel—from this point onward became a potent badass. What's more the gospel he was preaching was 1) war is bad, 2) inner peace is good, 3) violence is a last resort, and 4) life must be protected. Through the baptism of blood that Eon gives him, Marvel defeated his own inner demons of his warrior codes and embraced a life of being an apostate of it. Here's the thing—through the actions of Rick Jones, Captain Marvel fought Thanos and lost at a man to god fight because of course he did. However, Cap won by understanding the nature of Thanos's power and used his cosmic awareness—not by fighting him—but by cutting his power off at the source. Death comes to Mar-Vell after his battle with cancer Captain Mar-Vell was the first guy to beat Thanos. I urge you to get your hands on a trade copy of "The Life of Captain Marvel" or "The Life and Death of Captain Marvel" which has the best work of Jim Starlin's Captain Marvel work in it. If you can't get your hands on that buy The Essential Captain Marvel volume 2. It's all the good stuff but in black and white print. I will not talk about the ultimate scheme of the Supreme Intelligence involving Jones and Captain Marvel, but it's worth noting that there was one. What I will talk about is Mar-Vell's eventual death. In what is perhaps one of the most heart wrenching single one-shots and the first real graphic novel Marvel Comics published, "The Death of Captain Marvel" is one of Jim Starlin's best works. Captain Marvel has retired from his public life to the utopian moon of Saturn, Titan. While focusing his cosmic awareness inward, he discovered he has what the Kree call "Black End"—which in Earth terms is cancer. This story is important because it shows how even a hero like Marvel must face an inevitable foe he cannot beat. We see the denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance of death. It is in this story we see the true meaning of being a hero and how one man had the courage to face his fate. This is why Captain Marvel... Mar-Vell... is my favorite Captain Marvel and hero. Carol Danvers as Ms Marvel, Captain Marvel, and Warbird 3. Captain Marvel, aka Ms. Marvel, aka Binary, aka Warbird I figured this was as good a place as any to introduce the current Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers. When we first meet Carol Danvers, she was the security chief of a military base and befriended Doctor Walter Lawson (secretly Mar-Vell of the Kree). Her initial involvement within the plot was as one third of a love triangle for Mar-Vell—the other member was Medic Una of the Kree and whose untimely death haunted Captain Marvel for years. Things came to a head with Mar-Vell, when Yon Rogg kidnapped her. His psyche-magnetron exploded in front of Mar-Vell and gave Danvers half of his Kree physiognomy. Her powers manifested much later after the accident. We don't hear from Carol Danvers for a while. She turned up later again when the villain, Nitro, stole the weaponized nerve gas, Compound 13, under her watch as security chief. Mar-Vell managed to recover the gas before it leaked enough to cause a major catastrophe, but in the long run, it was a carcinogen that gave him the cancer which killed him. Ms Marvel was violated and no one knew Things to know about Carol Danvers was she was an air force fighter pilot and met Logan (Wolverine) during a military operation—they've been friends since. When Danvers began her superhero career, it was under the guise of Ms. Marvel. Her hybrid Kree/Human physiognomy gave her strength, speed, endurance, and can fly at approximately six times the speed of sound. She also has a precognition "seventh-sense" which like Captain Marvel's cosmic awareness and Spider-man's spider-sense gives her a limited warning of danger. After a long career as Ms. Marvel (as well as an editor position for a magazine under the Daily Bugle), she was mentally seduced and raped by an incarnation of Immortus, Lord of Time, who took the guise of Marcus. Marcus eventually impregnated Danvers with another version of himself—which she gave birth to and eventually left our dimension with. As the mental manipulation and aggressive brainwashing was too subtle for her Avengers team mates, they assumed she left freely. This was not the case. Marcus had used alien technology to bend her will. Danvers returned after Marcus passed away of old age and revealed she was an unwilling participant of Marcus and was truly violated. Carol Danvers as Binary Shortly thereafter, she fought the mutant (and future X-man), Rogue. In what was a life-changing event, Rogue fought her too hard and managed to absorb all of Danvers powers and memories permanently. Later, Professor X helped restore her memories (albeit without much of the emotional attachment she'd had to past relationships—like the one with her parents). After an adventure in space, the alien race, The Brood, had captured her and did experiments on her. Life sucks for Carol... until... She gained phenomenal cosmic powers fueled by a cosmic white hole, gaining the energy of a dying star release. Renaming herself "Binary" she gained the ability to manipulate stellar energy with all the heat, light, and radiant energy that go with that. With that energy, combined with her hybrid-Kree genetic structure her strength increased to help her press approximately 92 tons. Her career as Binary came to an end when the connection she had to the white hole was severed. The experience was enough to restart her Kree powers and she resumed her super-hero career under the name "Warbird"—from her connection with old fighter pilots. It was during this time when she developed a destructive drinking habit and recognized she'd become an alcoholic. Soon after the "Live Kree or Die" storyline, she left the Avengers with some of her team mates. Carol Danvers after assuming the mantle of Captain Marvel Danvers return to the superhero community came with the "Civil War" over the Superhuman Registration Act where she joined with Tony Stark and his pro-registration community and eventually led "The Mighty Avengers" team (filled with the strongest Avengers to be recruited—Wonder Man, Iron Man, The Sentry, Ares, Black Widow, and Danvers). She eventually turned away from the team after the Skrull "Secret Invasion" conflict and the entirety of the hero community was led by Norman Osborn and H.A.M.M.E.R. Danvers began calling herself "Captain Marvel" after she deemed herself worthy of the mantle of Mar-Vell and changed her costume to reflect the change as her costume is an amalgamation of a Kree captain's uniform as well as Mar-Vell's old design. Monica Rambeau as Captain Marvel joined the Avengers and eventually led the team 4. Captain Marvel, aka Photon, aka Pulsar, aka Spectrum Chronologically, Monica Rambeau was the second person to call herself "Captain Marvel". Actually, that's wrong. Rambeau didn't start calling herself "Captain Marvel"—apparently the media dubbed her with the title shortly after she acquired her powers through a standard Marvel origin story involving exposure to extradimensional radiation for unexpected beneficial effect. In Rambeau's case, she found she could change herself to any form of energy on the electromagnetic spectrum. When she uses her powers, she inherits all the aspects of that radiation, more or less. She can choose to remain visible or invisible and she can move as quickly as those energy sources. For example, she can move with the speed of a radio wave or she can shine as brightly as white light in a room. She can become tangible or intangible, allowing her to walk through walls. She can project this energy from her body for offensive destructive use and she can cast holographic illusions of herself at will. Monica Rambeau, the second hero in the MU to use the name Captain Marvel A byproduct of her superpowers is she is practically immortal as energy can neither be created or destroyed. She applied to be an Avenger to help her control and master her powers and, eventually, led the team. When Genis-Vell began to use his father's mantle as Captain Marvel, she, after some reluctance, gave him the name and took on the title of Photon. After Genis-Vell gave up using the title of Captain Marvel and switched to Photon, she changed her name to Pulsar—which she preferred. Currently, she's using the code name "Spectrum" after abandoning her Pulsar name while in the covert team of Nextwave. Genis-Vell in the three phases of his hero career 5. Captain Marvel, aka Legacy, aka Genis-Vell, aka Photon Some characters have big shoes to fill, Genis-Vell is one of them. In life, Mar-Vell only fathered one child "the old-fashioned way". You see there was this tryst he had with a Skrull princess, and well... Hulkling has to deal with some issues. I'm not going to talk about Hulkling. I'm going to talk about Mar-Vell's half clone, half Titan Eternal son, Genis. You see toward the end of his life, Mar-Vell fell in love with and partnered with Elysius - a Titan-born artificially through the massive computer intelligence ISAAC (Integral Synaptic Anti+/Anionic Computer). After Mar-Vell died of cancer, Elysius decided she was going to have his baby. You can laugh if you want to; I did. She used the advanced technology of the Titan eternals with Mar-Vell's genetic material. One of the things she later realized was the best thing about kids was making them. Why raise a child when you can artificially age them into adulthood and give them artificial memories to keep them from going insane? The good news is you get to have an adult kid who is physically close to your own age, the bad news is that when you need to blame your kid for having a delinquent adulthood full of booze, babes, and gambling, you can't yell at the computer for failing to raise him right. Rick Jones gets bound to Genis-Vell Genis as the super-human known as Legacy (implied that he is the Legacy of Mar-Vell) was a social misfit and jerk. Considering that Eros was supposed to be guiding his growth, it's no surprise that Starfox dropped the ball. However, there was some hope. Rick Jones, former sidekick of Mar-Vell, became embroiled in an event called The Destiny War. You see that "Destiny Force" that the Supreme Intelligence triggered in Jones during the Kree/Skrull War—well, Supreme Intelligence got him to use it again against Immortus and his army of miscreants. This time, instead of dying immediately afterward, he could pluck out a team of heroes from different time periods. One of the heroes is Genis from the not-too-distant future who has his act together.When the Destiny War concluded, Rick Jones found himself wearing a set of negabands like the ones he wore when he was partnered with Mar-Vell. When he banged them together he switched places with Genis as Legacy who immediately transformed into a version of the Captain Marvel in the Destiny War. Neither was happy with the situation. The other hitch with this situation was Genis's face manifested itself full of stars. This is a manifestation of cosmic awareness. When Mar-Vell used this power, the same thing happened to his face. Genis did not know how to use this power at all.The other thing was that Rick and Genis could switch places. What they later found out was that Genis was not in the Negative Zone, he was in the Microverse—which had a different set of dangers. Rick and Genis had their set of adventures where Rick, through the experience of being a veteran sidekick to Mar-Vell, the Hulk, Captain America, and Rom the Space Knight was the brains of the two. Things got crazy when Genis tried to start using the full scope of cosmic awareness and when temporarily insane. When Rick and Genis were finally separated from each other, Genis, taking the name Photon, joined the Thunderbolts—a team of reformed villains turned heroes. Through the unfortunate planning of Baron Zemo and the time energies he used to help Genis recover, he found that it was unavoidable to stabilize Genis without ending the universe and trapped Genis while separating parts of his body in different moments in time effectively trapping him for eternity. Genis was super strong, could fly, and could fire his quantum energy bolts. In addition to them, he had cosmic awareness that he never could fully master. The downside of getting that kind of influx of pure cosmic information is you really need to be prepared for it when it comes. Phyla-Vell, daughter of Mar-Vell 6. Captain Marvel, aka Phyla-Vell, aka Quasar, aka Martyr Ever have a secret sister? Me, neither. It turns out that Elysius like to make kids with Mar-Vell's DNA. Phyla-Vell is Genis's secret lesbian sister. No, I'm not kidding. Phyla revealed herself to be the rightful successor of Mar-Vell as Genis had technically gone insane. She told Genis she was taking the mantle of Captain Marvel and Genis in so many words told her to "blow it out her ass." At some point, she took the title of Captain Marvel and manifested low level cosmic awareness. Here's what Phyla-Vell likes to do—she likes to take other people's legacies. It's not her fault. It's the way she was artificially raised. She was just lucky enough to take the cosmic quantum bands from the original Quasar (who got them from the golden-age hero Marvel Boy) that usually come from Eon or his offspring Epoch to give to whomever is the protector of the universe at the time. Phyla-Vell as Quasar She does an adequate job between saving the Kree Empire, running with the Guardians of the Galaxy, and having a full-time relationship with Moondragon in their love that dare not speak its name. She got killed once by Maelstrom and was resurrected as the entity Martyr. As Martyr, she proves to be unstable and disruptive and later got herself killed again by Thanos. Gamora raised her from the dead with the use of the Infinity Stones and now she's working with The Guardians of the Galaxy again. Phyla has a not unimpressive array of powers partly derived through her genes and partly derived from the quantum bands she wore. She had a weaker form of cosmic awareness—which was probably for the best and that awareness assisted her in battle. Her quantum bands could manufacture light constructs and fire force bolts. In addition to that as Martyr, she created a light sword that could cut practically anything. Whether she has acquired any new powers since her resurrection remains to be seen. Khn'nr, the Skrull who thought he was Captain Mar-Vell Oh, the Marvels of this world. Please hold your rotten tomatoes, you'll never find me. There are so many. Leaving alone the Marvel Family from DC, there are also Marvel Boy (Robert Grayson, Noh-Varr, Vance Astrovik, and Wendell Vaughn), Marvel Girl (Jean Grey, Valeria Richards, and Rachel Summers), Ms. Marvel (Carol Danvers, Sharon Ventura, Karla Sofen, and Kamala Khan), Marvel Man (also known as Miracle Man), Blue Marvel, and Black Marvel. There's even another Captain Marvel with Noh-Varr when he joined the Dark Avengers. And far be it for me to even mention Khn'nr, the Skrull who thought he was Captain Mar-Vell during the Secret Invasion storyline. So much so that he sacrificed his life in a way and fashion that would have done Mar-Vell proud.I don't think the Captain Marvel from the Ultimate Universe should count toward this, but at the very least, he should be mentioned. There are Captain Marvels a-plenty. They're just marvel-ous. Quite a marvel. Okay, I'll stop now. Noh-Varr, Captain Marvel of the Dark Avengers Initially, I began writing this article to educate people about a character that was near and dear to my heart. His name was Captain Marvel and I was introduced to him when I was six-years old. I came across Captain Marvel issues 27 through 30 at my cousin's house. The issues were read thoroughly, the stamps on the reader's page were cut out, and they were surrounded by other comics that were covered with so much graffiti (Yes, my older cousins drew mustaches and devil horns on the covers) that a collector would scream in horror. However, I remember reading them as a child and finding Starlin's artwork compelling. Of course, no six-year old could fully appreciate what he'd done or articulate the drawings properly outside of "Wow!", but I was captivated by his work. The first image I can remember was in issue 28, when Rick Jones is standing in the Avengers Mansion and simply says "Let's get this show on the road, eh?" and then clanged the negabands together switching to Marvel's battle shredded costume from his fight with the Superskrull on Titan. If you were a fan of Starlin's work from the "Life of Captain Marvel," you could appreciate issue 29. The entire breaking down of Mar-Vell's warrior persona and how fighting for love and honor was pointless. Indeed, there were deeper issues at heart when a child could see through the weirdness that there is no honor in killing your brother and fighting to bring your lover back to life is worthless if you can't recover her soul as well. Leave alone that we saw Mar-Vell get his butt kicked by the Controller when he pulled half of the Avengers mansion down on top of him. Mar-Vell rallying the Avengers against Thanos Issue 29, "Metamorphosis," when Eon transformed Mar-Vell into the protector was pivotal. The ravagers Eon sent to beat Mar-Vell were only there to show the reader how he needed to improve and how cosmic awareness was going to help him. After Mar-Vell's transformation, he not only beats the ravagers with ease, he conquers his own former self, illustrating that the greatest obstacle in his life was himself and once he defeated it the greatest reward would be his. In issue 30, when he faces off against the Controller again, we can see by page 4 that this new Captain Marvel is a man to be reckoned with as everything he does is calculated. Rick's girlfriend, Lou Ann, has been captured by the Controller and even when Cap and Iron man assemble to the tracker to find her Cap does not go to her rescue. When Rick derides Cap for not going after her immediately, he tells Rick that he wasn't going to act impetuously by attacking the Controller when his light-based powers would be at their lowest and he'd wait until sunrise. Mar-Vell fought with purpose. Mar-Vell had fought as a hero because he understood what being a hero was all about. Mar-Vell did not model himself after other people or took a legacy from his people. Mar-Vell's hero template was Mar-Vell. He understood his mission because he understood the needs and way of the universe through his cosmic awareness. And when he understood his own body was his final opponent and the inevitability of death came, he welcomed his mortality and was mourned by his friends. That's what being a hero was all about. It wasn't about being mighty. It wasn't about having a cat. It wasn't about filling a legacy. Captain Marvel and cosmic awareness However, what I can say about the commonality of Mar-Vell and DC's Captain Marvel is they both achieved the same thing through two different methods. DC's Captain Marvel gained power and wisdom (through Solomon) with a magic word and transformation through magic. Mar-Vell's method and theme were practically the same but through science. Where in DC Billy and Cap are the same person, Mar-Vell and Rick are two different people brought together through the science of the negabands. The wisdom Billy got from Solomon was not much different than the cosmic awareness that Mar-Vell got through his transformation by Eon. Both characters knew what they were doing through some kind higher external knowledge base made specifically for them that they used for a type of counsel. In Billy Batson's case it came from a mythological figure who was the embodiment of wisdom; in Mar-Vell's case it came from the very intelligence of the universe itself. The thing is that while Mar-Vell could handle and filter this massive intelligence in stride, he son, Genis, could not. Cosmic Awareness is a double-edged sword. Shazam, a name and an acronym In the book "Our Gods Wear Spandex," Christopher Knowles makes the case that DC's Captain Marvel embodies a sort of Jungian archetype of masonic initiate gaining wisdom. The initiate is weak and awaits knowledge or power to fill that vessel to make him powerful. This is true with DC's Captain Marvel and rather than say it is true with Mar-Vell, the real analogy comes with Captain America and his transformation used with the super-soldier formula. While it is unlikely that Joe Simon and Jack Kirby intended this model to be an initiate to be filled with liquid patriotism to make a powerful soldier, the analogy nevertheless fits. In the case of Mar-Vell, Rick Jones is merely passing the baton for his alter-ego to step in and answer the hero's call, leaving Jones on the ethereal sidelines to watch passively. When a reader starts to look at the parallels between DC and Marvel's Captain Marvels they can find themselves tumbling down a rabbit hole. The masonic analogy of Captain Marvel and knowledge making power through "Our Gods Wear Spandex" For example, the wizard Shazam and the Supreme Intelligence could easily be looked at the architect of their respective heroes’ roles. The snag in that is that the motivations behind either of those two characters is vastly different. For Shazam, giving Billy Batson the power to be his champion was done for very altruistic reasons. He had seen how power had corrupted Teth Adam (Black Adam) and found that using an innocent adolescent would be less likely to turn—especially when guided by the wisdom of Solomon. With the Supreme Intelligence, the motivation was more cold and sinister—as you'd expect from a million-year-old semi-organic alien computer. The Supreme Intelligence wanted the Kree, who had reached the end of their evolutionary ladder to climb one more rung through adding a bit of human into the mix. He'd seen the potential for psychic greatness and found that Rick Jones was the perfect vessel to merge Mar-Vell's Kree physiognomy into its matrix. One is good and the other is... well, morally ambiguous. Sometimes knowledge IS torture The one thing I'd like you to ponder is the name, "Captain Marvel." Why is it so popular and why do so many people want to use it? The simple answer, especially when contemplating the popularity of the latest Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers, is money. There are gobs of money in that name left from a legacy of her Kree predecessor. Marvel saw their flagship name character and saw an opening target market for young girls reading comic books. Then suddenly the marketing people of both Marvel and Disney saw this as an opportunity to blow the dust off their Ms. Marvel character and give her the spotlight. After all, Ms. Marvel was always a model for the feminist movement and as little girls were clamoring for DC's Wonder Woman, why not amp up Carol Danvers? So what if she really was a one-dimensional construct? And, just so you know, I specifically put off publishing this article until after I'd seen the Captain Marvel movie. The best thing I can say about it was that it was "adequate," the worst was it had puke-inducing parts that made me want to scream in the movie theatre. I mean, "good Skrulls" and "Cthulhu cats?" And don't get me started on Jude Law's character and how Annette Benning should have hung up on her agent. They weren't going to be writing the next great American novel with this comic book or character and the movie was certainly not going to be Masterpiece Theatre. Disney and Marvel in their ever-growing mission to make more positive female role models available for profit, hijacked the Captain Marvel brand, marginalized Mar-Vell to be an obscure female Kree scientist and popped Carol Danvers to be the be-all end all of Marvel's hero line up. I won't even pretend to be happy about that. The three faces of Annette Bening in Captain Marvel What I will say is this, you can take the term "captain marvel" as a sentence. The word "captain" as a verb means "to control" or "preside over." Captaining a ship would be to steer and lead it to a destination. Where? Marvel. A word here that means "a wonderful or astonishing person or thing." Simply put, we as an audience are looking for a character to take us to something amazing. Something astonishing. Something wonderful. When we're talking about a hero, that's a lot of pressure for the writer. I'm sure Stan Lee and C.C. Beck understood their mission. They needed to take their readers to an amazing place and they needed a new character to take them there. They needed to captain marvel. When they make that character, they can't afford to disappoint us. *-In later issues after Starlin's run, we find both Mar-Vell and Jones's consciousnesses intermingling. This was done by design and was part of the Supreme Intelligence's ultimate scheme for Mar-Vell and Jones. What is revealed through the Jones/Mar-Vell pairing and Jones's semi accidental ingestion of LSD (or something to that effect) that Jones's consciousness, specifically when it is in an altered state, did affect Mar-Vell when he began to hallucinate. Therefore, it was revealed the nature of their symbiosis would affect the whole of their persona. So, the question of Mar-Vell and Jones being two separate individuals especially Rick's contraction of cancer, possibly through sharing atoms with a cancer-riddled Mar-Vell, in the later issues of Rom the Space Knight, is certainly debatable. Questions must be on-topic, written with proper grammar usage, and understandable to a wide audience. Super Geniuses of the Marvel Universe by Christopher Peruzzi4 Superhero Academy 101: The Artificial Lives of the Marvel Universe Superhero Academy 101: Geography (11 Places to Avoid in the Marvel Universe) Superhero Academy 101: Metallurgy (Vibranium, Adamantium, and Uru) Marvel Villain: Thanos the Titan 300+ Super Cool Superhero Names by Tatiana106 10 Manga/Manhwa Like "The Gamer" by Cheeky Kid8 The Best Light Novels With Over-Powered Main Characters by Zett Noir Cromwell17 3 months ago from Freehold, NJ @LaZeric, I see you've been blessed with the Wisdom of Solomon. LaZeric Freeman 3 months ago from Hammond You can call him Shazam, but he'll always be CAPTAIN MARVEL to me. Great article. As a user in the EEA, your approval is needed on a few things. To provide a better website experience, hobbylark.com uses cookies (and other similar technologies) and may collect, process, and share personal data. Please choose which areas of our service you consent to our doing so. 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__label__wiki	0.557217	0.557217	Retail Box 15 tea pyramids Teapods 5 tea pyramids 250g Loose Leaf in Storage Jar 50 pyramid bags in Storage Jar 50g Loose Leaf in pouch Gifts & Teaware A Whole New Ballgame! Right now, in the United States, the American football season is building to a crescendo. The days get shorter, the nights get colder, and fans have a decent idea of how their team’s season is going to pan out. Months of off-season anticipation and excitement (the first week of February all the way to September) have led to this; soon we’ll know who is going to make the playoffs and have a chance of playing their way into the most watched sporting event on the planet: the Superbowl. A place where history, dreams and legends are made. Last season’s Superbowl was a perfect example of the wonderful stories that this incredible game can create: on one side, the New England Patriots and quarterback Tom Brady—considered by many to be the ‘GOAT’ (greatest of all time) and winner of five Superbowl titles—versus the Philadelphia Eagles, led by a substitute quarterback called Nick Foles, who was only playing because the star quarterback Carson Wentz was injured. After a momentous, back-and-forth tussle, Foles and the Eagles came out victorious, confirming to many that football is the most unpredictably dramatic sport on earth, and writing Foles’s name into the pantheon of NFL history. For many English people, the world of pads, helmets and cheerleaders represent a confusing amalgamation of rugby and wrestling; a three-hour circus full of strange movements, endless stoppages and eccentric terminology. And these people aren’t wrong! To the uninitiated, gridiron can appear clunky, overblown and immeasurably tedious. But once you start to pick up the basics of the rules and tactics, a new picture emerges: an unbelievably well-choreographed combination of balletic athleticism, brute strength, chess-like strategy and graceful execution of physics-defying agility. In the simplest terms, the eleven-man teams are split into Offense and Defence, so that at any given time, one team’s Offense will play the opposition’s Defence—and vice versa. The Offense has four attempts—called downs—to move the ball ten yards by either running with the ball rugby-style, or throwing it down the field to one of the receivers, who will attempt to run in cleverly-devised patterns in order to create space and receive the pass. These attempts are called plays. Once a player is tackled, the play is over and the game stops. The next play starts from where the player was tackled. The ultimate aim is to move the ball into the opposition’s Endzone (similar to the area which you score a try in rugby) thus scoring a touchdown. If the Offense succeeds in getting ten (or more) yards, they receive another four downs. If they fail, they will try and kick (punt) the ball as far away from their Endzone as possible, in order to make it harder for the opposition team’s Offense to score when they take to the pitch. At any time, the Defence can try and strip the ball from the Offense or intercept one of their throws and advance it towards the opposite Endzone. Still confused? I don’t blame you. It takes a whole heap of time and patience to absorb all the multitude of fine details the game has to offer, to decode what on Earth is meant by Tight End Waggle, bubble-screen, Hail-Mary and quick-slant. But as you slowly start to pick it up, you realise that this sport offers so much more drama, tactical prowess and nail-biting tension than so many others. In a large percentage of matches, the result will go down to the last pass in the last second of the game, with thousands of camera lenses flashing, the pigskin ball arcing through the floodlit heavens, and four or five 200lb men jumping like gazelles to try and grab the prize in the Endzone. And because there are only 32 teams in a country the size of America, competition for places is fierce. A bigtime mistake might be a player’s last. It’s commonplace for players to be cut from a team the morning after a big loss: there’s always someone else waiting in line for their chance. Hard to reconcile that with a sport like cricket or soccer, where some players can have an underwhelming season and still find themselves signed up to the squad. But this is football. Brutal, relentless, elite. Filled with stories like Brady and Foles, heroes and villains, underdogs and Hall-of-Famers, pride and glory, misery and defeat. If you like sport, my advice is to sit back, grab a hotdog and give the game a real good go. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you find! And in the spirit of trying something different, don’t forget to flip on the kettle and discover our delicious range of Hoogly Teas! Our blends are as exotic and thrilling as anything American Football can conjure, combining tantalising tastes with the cosy comfort of Danish-inspired Hygge! After safely removing your helmet and gumshield, try a mug of Baked Apple Chai! Mellow Sri Lankan tea is the quarterback here, carefully coordinating a combination of Apple, Ginger, Cinnamon and cloves to bring you an alluring and harmonious brew that is sure to score a touchdown! For those who yearn for the fire and energy found in football, why not try Lemon and Ginger herbal infusion? This satisfying brew will warm your cockles and pads, and give you a zesty edge over the competition. So good you’ll keep coming back for more! And if you’re after the magic of the Superbowl, bring the special occasion home with Sparkling White tea. This beautiful Chinese brew is elegantly blended with flowers and fruit pieces to give you the refreshing taste of victory with every sip! That’s it for this week, folks. Bring on game night. Go Vikes!!! Written by Chris Bedford www.hooglytea.com indulgent tea Paul Turner Back to Hoogly Blogs Copyright © 2020 Hoogly Tea.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1345
__label__wiki	0.851144	0.851144	Rana Daggubati’s Swag In Nene Raju Nene Mantri Has Caught Everyone’s Attention Nitin Thomas August 10, 2017 MoviesTelugu1 Comment 0 Baahubali 2: The Conclusion is still running to packed houses and the audience is yet to recover from its hangover. And earlier today, around 10:30 AM, Rana Daggubati treated his fans to the teaser of his upcoming film Nene Raju Nene Mantri. His look in the teaser has gone viral on the internet. Several celebrities including Karan Johar and Abhishek Bachchan appreciated his look and wished him luck. The actor plays a political leader named Jogendra. The last time he was seen playing a politician was in his debut Telugu film Leader. The actor has shed all those extra kilos that he gained for the role of Bhallaladeva. It seems that he has mastered the art of physical transformation. The film is helmed by Teja and this is his first collaboration with the actor. It's a special film for Rana as it is being made under his home banner Suresh Productions headed by his father Daggubati Suresh Babu. In one of the interviews, the proud father said that Nene Raju Nene Mantri will be an another landmark in Rana's career and the film will bring more diversity to his acting talent. After the release of both Baahubali films, Rana’s popularity has crossed several geographical boundaries. And the makers are eyeing to cash in on his fame. Reportedly, the movie will be released in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi. The casting is also fresh as he will be romancing Kajal Aggarwal on screen for the first time. The other lead actors are Catherine Tresa and Navadeep. The teaser shows that the film is completely different from his role in Baahubali. But there’s one thing in common, that is both the characters aspire for power and position. Looks like his Baahubali image will not leave the actor anytime soon. The film has so far crossed 1600 crore INR worldwide. The collections are expected to see an instant jump in July as the film is releasing in China. Before Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, he was seen in Ghazi Attack that was loosely based on incidents before 1971 Indo-Pak war. This one also was praised by both the audience and critics. Undoubtedly, he is going through the best phase of his career and going by his choice of films the golden run will not come to a halt anytime soon. If you haven’t watched the teaser and trailer yet, then watch it right here and enjoy the swag of Rana in this political thriller. The film will release on 11 August 2017 Hindi Movies2017 Malayalam Movies2017 Tamil Movies2017 Telugu MoviesAbhishek bachchanbaahubali 2 the conclusionCatherine TresaD Suresh BabuGhazi AttackKajal Aggarwalkaran joharleaderNavadeepNene Raju Nene Mantri Previous Article10 Adventure Activities for the Upcoming Long Weekend Next ArticleInternal Affairs is Certainly a Hilarious Affair to Remember Ghost Stories: Film Review – A Mild Spook Fest Aruvam: Film Review – An Enjoyable Thriller! Devisree Jayakumari October 11, 2019 Kalank Character Posters Finally Dropped! Have You Checked Them Out Yet? Shikha Singh March 7, 2019 Everything You Need to Know about Madhuri Dixit’s Bucket List BMS Staff May 8, 2018 Everything You Need To Know About Student of the Year 2 Rochell Pereira April 11, 2018 Everything You Need to Know About Simmba Shikha Singh April 5, 2018 June 6, 2017 Shivi Reply I don't know why but I just feel that Rana's performance in Bahubali was so underrated. He was equally hard working all throughout the making of this masterpiece of South indian Cinema. Anyways, his style is just unbeatable, can't wait for his next flick.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1349
__label__cc	0.562138	0.437862	Huawei Honor 6 Plus and Honor 4X arrives in India with competitive price tags Huawei Honor 6 Plus and Honor 4X costs Rs 26,499 and Rs 10,499 respectively. By: Tech Desk \| New Delhi \| Updated: March 25, 2015 7:41:07 am Huawei today introduced its Honor 6 Plus and Honor 4X smartphone in India. Honor 6 Plus is the successor to the popular Honor 6 smartphone and is priced at Rs 26,499. On the other hand, the Honor 4X is a budget 5.5-inch Android smartphone and costs Rs 10,499. Both the new smartphones will be available only on Flipkart. Buyers can register for the first sale on March 30 from 4 PM on March 24. READ REVIEW: Huawei Honor 4X Express Review: A good buy The Honor 6 Plus sports a 5.5-inch 1080p Full HD in-cell display. It runs on a 1.8 GHz Hisilicon Kirin 925 octa-core processor along with Mali-T628 GPU, 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage which is expandable up to 128GB. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat OS sugarcoated with Huawei’s Emotion UI 3.0 and is powered by a 3600mAh battery. On the camera front, the device comes with an 8MP bionic parallel dual-lens camera at the back with a dual-LED flash and an 8MP front-facing camera. The phone runs on Android 4.4 KitKat with Huawei’s Emotion UI 3.0 running on top. It has a 3600mAh battery. On the connectivity front, the Honor 6 supports 3G and 4G LTE networks, WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS. The budget Honor 4X offers a 5.5-inch IPS 720p HD display and runs on a 64-bit 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor along with Adreno 306 GPU, 2GB RAM and 8GB internal storage which can be expanded up to 32GB. It has a 13MP rear camera with LED flash and a 5MP front-facing camera and is powered by a 3000mAh battery. On the connectivity front, the device offers 3G and 4G LTE support, Bluetooth and GPS. For all the latest Technology News, download Indian Express App Apple iPhone XR to Vivo Z1 Pro, best deals on smartphone at Flipkart, Amazon sale Dark mode to face unlock, these WhatsApp features are coming soon Here’s the first look at Oppo F15 with 48MP quad camera setup Check out Xiaomi’s Mi MIX Alpha, which is 180 per cent display Chandra Grahan 2020: First Lunar Eclipse of year observed	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1351
__label__wiki	0.933445	0.933445	Slow Club closing after 24 years to become the Morris By Michael Bauer on August 19, 2015 at 4:30 AM Photo: John Lee / SFC The Slow Club in San Francisco. 2007. Photo: Mike Kepka / SFC Few small neighborhood restaurants have had the impact of the Slow Club, which defined the Media Gulch neighborhood between the Mission and Potrero Hill in the early 1990s. Media Gulch and the first tech boom withered, but the Slow Club at 2501 Mariposa Street continued — and thrived. However, owner Erin Rooney decided to sell the 24-year-old restaurant, and Paul Einbund was waiting in the wings. They have struck a deal, and the Slow Club’s last day will be August 30. Rooney will continue to run Serpentine, a restaurant she opened more than seven years ago in another emerging area on Third Street in Dogpatch. In the Slow Club space, Einbund plans to open the Morris, named after his deceased father, before the end of the year, with the caveat that the timing may be wistful thinking. The local restaurant vet and wine geek will take over the restaurant when the liquor license transfers, probably around November. His chef and partner in the new venture is Gavin Schmidt, who has worked for some of the most important fine dining restaurants in the business, including Campton Place and Coi. The latter is where Schmidt was the chef de cuisine and met Einbund, who was also working there at the time. Since then, Einbund has run the wine lists at both of Melissa Perello’s restaurants, Frances and Octavia; he plans to continue in those roles when the Morris opens. But his main priority will be the Morris. “I hope we can create a neighborhood establishment that can do justice to the Slow Club,” Einbund says. The Slow Club. Photo: Mike Kepka / The Chronicle 2004 When Erin Rooney opened the Slow Club in 1991, the area was sleepy. The 48-seat space itself was one of the first restaurants to make the most of its industrial environment, with concrete floors, brick walls and what looked like garage doors as windows. The Slow Club was ahead of its time. When Tom Sietsema, now the restaurant critic at the Washington Post, reviewed the place for the Chronicle in 1992, he wrote: “I’ve been to the Slow Club four times, and I still can’t figure the place out. Does it want to be a lounge or a restaurant? Who does it want to cater to?” He went on to describe the crowd: “Sometimes the scene resembles an artists’ watering hole; other times it attracts patrons such as the Mohawk-shorn body builder sporting enough tattoos to outfit an entire platoon of Marines.” It offered an innovative dining perspective that has since become mainstream, not only with the decor and the young crowd but with the short menu of only eight dishes—one of them a hamburger that remains on the menu to this day. Quickly, everyone seemed to understand. The menu expanded in subsequent years, the food improved and as Sietsema wrote, the Slow Club had become “among the coolest places to eat in San Francisco.” Appreciating that lineage, Einbund hopes to build on a similar vibe. “The goal is to turn it around fast and to do as little as possible,” he says. He’s enlisted architect Charles Hemminger and designer Scott Kester to help refresh the space and open up the original footprint. He did say that he wants to address two problems: the noise factor and the kitchen. “Without a better kitchen there’s no way to bring it up to the next level,” Einbund says, adding that he hopes to bring the Morris to the next level of neighborhood dining, much like Frances. That means the atmosphere will be casual, and the food and beverages accessible. He and Schmidt realize there’s limited space, so the Morris’ California/Mediterranean menu will be dependent on the outcome of the remodel. Schmidt loves whole animal cookery so there will be pâtés, charcuterie and other rustic fare. And yes, there will also be a hamburger: “I’m still freakish about burgers and so is Gavin,” Einbund says. On the wine side, Einbund wants to offer a wine list that will feature some rare wines that, he says, will be perfectly stored and served. Stay tuned for updates surrounding Slow Club’s closure dates in coming weeks.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1359
__label__cc	0.656044	0.343956	Horror History .net Documenting the horrors of history and the history of horror Executions · Newspaper clippings · Philippines 3 executed for gang rape of actress May 17, 2018 Sarah Tonin Three of actress Maggie de la Riva’s 4 gang-rapists are executed In 1967, Jaime Jose, Basilio Pineda, and Edgardo Aquino, the three men executed (along with Rogelio Canial who died of a drug overdose in jail a few months before the execution), used their car to force de la Riva’s vehicle to a stop. They then forcibly removed her from her vehicle and loaded her into theirs, leaving de la Riva’s companion, her maid, behind. In the car, they groped and taunted her. She pleaded with them to let her go, informing them she was the main financial support for her mother after her father’s death. Hearing her father had passed made the group happy, telling de la Riva they didn’t need to worry about revenge being taken upon them. The group drove de la Riva to a hotel where they raped and beat her, at one point dousing her with water to revive her after she lost consciousness. After the attack they ordered her to dress, wash her face, and brush her hair, and pretend nothing had happened. De la Riva was instructed to tell her mother the group had abducted her thinking she was someone else and had released her unharmed when they discovered her true identity. She was also told not to inform the police. Once home, she told her mother everything and immediately contacted police. The assailants’ trial began 5 days after the attack. As pictured in the newspaper article below, de la Riva pointed at her attackers, asking if they remembered the bruises still present on her arms. The case became highly sensationalized in the Philippines due to the high-profiles of both the attackers and the victim. Passionate pleas from the families of the accused, begging for leniency, only added to the sensationalism. 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__label__wiki	0.549704	0.549704	Arena Racing Company step in to support fundraising event in London for horse welfare Simon Jackson / December 26, 2016 All-weather racing at Lingfield Park. (Pic: Courtesy of ARC). Horse Talk with Simon Jackson: Top horse-racing tips and the latest news. ARENA Racing Company (ARC) – the owners of four racecourses in the south east – has stepped in to support a fundraising event in London for horse welfare. ARC has 16 racecourses in the UK that includes Lingfield Park, Fontwell Park, Brighton and Royal Windsor and has stepped in to support the initiative that last year raised £40,000. The black tie event is in aid of the Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre, a charity established to find permanent homes for racehorses after they have retired from racing. ARC will be the lead sponsor of the 2017 Moorcroft Masterminds Quiz, a black tie event at the Landmark Hotel, Marylebone, London on Thursday April 20, 2017 where teams from the racing community will pit their wits against each other on topics including music & art, TV & films, sport, politics and current affairs. Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre’s chief executive, Tim Fox, said: “We are delighted ARC have come on board to sponsor next year’s quiz. It’s always a really fun evening and as our biggest fundraiser of the year is enormously important to the charity. I would like to thank Betfair for their years of support for which we are very grateful.” ARC chief executive Martin Cruddace, added: “Caring for and rehoming ex-racehorses is very important to the sport and ARC is thrilled to have the opportunity to show its support for the Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre. I hope everyone will book a table at what is always a top evening. Good luck to everyone that takes part but ARC will be going all out to win.” Horse Talk with Simon Jackson. Showcasing horse racing in London and the south east. December 26, 2016 in Lingfield. Tags: Arena Racing Company, Brighton, Fontwell Park, Lingfield Park, Royal Windsor Lingfield Park continues busy summer schedule with 11 race meetings in the next 10 weeks. ARC boosts prize money at racecourses in the south east Brighton sets sail towards three-day summer festival with new sponsors ← King George VI Chase attracts stars to Kempton Park on Boxing Day Sandown Tolworth Novices’ Hurdle key pointer for Cheltenham Festival hopes →	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1364
__label__wiki	0.534729	0.534729	Visit California! Wake Up Here House of Coco Escape the Everyday Buy your copy now — Celebrity, — London, — Music, — News, — UK, Tech Talk November 1, 2019 Coco Events: TeamCoco goes ‘beyond limits’ with BT Last week, Team Coco babe Hannah Tan-Gillies went for a totally unexpected evening with BT that went ‘beyond limits.’ The Guinness World Record breaking event featured an incredible indoor drone show and a special performance by Grammy winning artist Jess Glynne. There is no such thing as a typical Thursday night when you’re a part of Team Coco and tonight was certainly no exception. We headed to the Wembley arena for a star-studded evening with BT that included cocktails, canapés and some pretty unbelievable surprises. We got front row seats to an incredible performance by Jess Glynne – which culminated in a record-breaking indoor display of 160 drones. As if that wasn’t incredible enough, the drones were actually programmed by children from St. Joseph’s school in Islington. The children are part of BT’s ‘Skills for Tomorrow’ program, which aims to provide digital skills training for 10 million people in the UK. The kids were invited onstage to help program the grand finale, as Jess Glynne completed her set with her hit single ‘I’ll be There.’ It was nothing short of spectacular. LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 17: Tess Daly introduces Jess Glynne on stage, to star in a record-breaking drone display to celebrate BT’s new brand purpose ‘Beyond Limits’ at Wembley Arena on October 17, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for BT) The drone show was created in collaboration with Verity Studios, which is one of the world’s biggest drone companies. The breath-taking display was powered by BT’s network technologies, with a dedicated BT line installed to support the drones. BT ‘Beyond Limits’ is the company’s new mission statement and the evening’s events were a testament to the sheer spectacle of this mission. BT Consumer Division CEO Marc Allera said, “We’re working to remove the barriers of today to help release the potential of tomorrow, and a huge part of that is providing the skills that will help children prepare for and shape the future.” For Mark – the ‘Skills for Tomorrow’ program will go ‘beyond limits’ and help the next generation change the world. He added: “With the help of the children at St Joseph’s, just some of the millions who will participate in our Skills for Tomorrow programme, we’ve created this record-breaking event to celebrate what is possible when you work together to go beyond limits.” LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 17: Jess Glynne stars in a record-breaking drone display to celebrate BT’s new brand purpose ‘Beyond Limits’ at Wembley Arena on October 17, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for BT) St Joseph Head of School Angela Noronha said the collaboration was an incredible experience for all involved. She added, “As a five year sponsor of our computing initiative, BT has been integral in expanding the programme and it is now ingrained in 60% of UK primary schools. Our future will continue to rely more and more on digital skills and participating in this exciting event will inspire children, fuelling their imaginations as well as developing their critical digital technology skills.” Beyond this, BT is also levelling up its customer service by helping its UK customers go beyond their potential. All this is part of BT’s ongoing transformation to change the way people and businesses interact, whether through their homes or on the high street. LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 17: Jess Glynne stars in a record-breaking drone display to celebrate BT’s new brand purpose ‘Beyond Limits’ at Wembley Arena on October 17, 2019 in London, England. 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__label__wiki	0.731513	0.731513	Remembering Miss Ella Houston chefs remember legendary New Orleans restaurateur Ella Brennan rosé-colored summer These are the 20 Houston hot spots to rosé all day Lopez celebrates 40 Beloved Tex-Mex restaurant celebrates opening of new location with free food giveaway Tex-Mex restaurant celebrates opening of new location with free food Jun 1, 2018, 12:32 pm Lopez Mexican Restaurant opens June 2. Courtesy photo Enchiladas verdes. Courtesy photo A look at the bar. Courtesy photo Spicy habanero margarita. Courtesy photo A Houston Tex-Mex institution is celebrating its 40th birthday in style — by finally opening the doors to its eagerly-anticipated second location. Lopez Mexican Restaurant has completed the renovations that turned the shuttered Brick and Mortar Kitchen into its new location in Richmond. Located adjacent to the Gallery Furniture on the Grand Parkway, the restaurant will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, June 2, which is also the 40th anniversary of the restaurant's original location in Southwest Houston. A representative tells CultureMap that the Lopez family made a number of changes to the space, including expanding the bar and extending the restaurant's footprint further into Gallery Furniture. The covered patio has been converted into a covered entrance. What hasn't changed are the Lopez family's signature recipes for fajitas, enchiladas, queso, and more. Diners will find a limited menu for the first month while the kitchen gets up to speed, but the offerings at both restaurants will be identical starting in July. The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday at 4 pm with a ribbon cutting party. In addition, the first 40 people in line will win free meals for a year (once a week, more terms and conditions here). Lopez Mexican Restaurant; 7227 West Grand Parkway South, Richmond, Texas.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1367
__label__cc	0.7399	0.2601	Supercars… and not a bad reader offer, to boot Fabulous motors are just part of this chic annual event at Syon Park Salon Privé, September 5-7 2012. Tickets must be purchased in advance from www.salonprivelondon.com. To activate the 10 per cent discount, use the code SPHOW12 when prompted by the website or call 0808-100 2205. August 22 2012 / Vicki Reeve Salon Privé – the exclusive supercar event celebrated for its display of modern cars and pristine classics (some of which are for sale) – will be held at the stunning Syon Park for the second year running, from September 5 to 7. Image: Jonathan Root The Duke of Northumberland’s west-London home (first picture) will showcase more supercar and haute marques than in previous years, including, as one might expect, Bentley, Ferrari, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Noble and Spyker, but also, for the first time, models by Fisker and SSC from the US. One of this year’s four-wheeled stars is a fabulous apple-green De Tomaso Mangusta (second picture), with “gull wings” that open up over the back. The firm only made 401 of these cars, rivals to the legendary Lamborghini Miura. This particular model belongs to renowned portrait photographer Jonathan Root (whose work has featured in How To Spend It and forms part of the National Portrait Gallery Photographs Collection) and is in wonderful condition, so it should do well when it’s judged in the “closed sports cars of the swinging sixties” category, especially as it has many of its original features. Salon Privé is not all about cars, however. Other luxe brands showing off their wares will include some of the greats – think Audemars Piguet, Boodles, Pommery, Riva and Vertu – plus yachts and yacht brokers, and many more from the fields of fashion, furniture, accessories and technology. The Aviation Lawn, new this year, aims to inform guests about ownership and charter options within the private aviation industry. From the launch-day parade to Boodles Ladies’ Day (with a piece of the house’s jewellery presented to the best-dressed woman), from the Diamond Jubilee Ball and dinner in aid of the Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, to the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance judging day on the Friday, there is plenty of fun for all, whether petrolheads or the less piston-fixated. Starting at £234, tickets might sound pricy until you realise they include Pommery champagne, a lobster lunch, a barbecue, complimentary bar and afternoon tea, plus access to the Supercar Show, the Concours d’Elégance, Luxury Brands Village and EFG Private Bank Art & Memorabilia Fayre, as well as the event guide and parking. In any case, it’s not so pricy for readers of How To Spend It, to whom the kind folk at Salon Privé are offering a 10 per cent discount.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1368
__label__wiki	0.859571	0.859571	Printed from https://ideas.repec.org/a/eee/intfin/v18y2008i1p46-63.html Is bank portfolio riskiness procyclical: Evidence from Italy using a vector autoregression Marcucci, Juri Quagliariello, Mario Juri Marcucci Mario Quagliariello This study analyzes the cyclical behaviour of the default rates of Italian bank borrowers over the last two decades. A vector autoregression (VAR) modelling technique is employed to assess the extent to which macroeconomic shocks affect the banking sector (first round effect). The VAR also helps to disentangle the feedback effects from the financial system to the real side of the economy. We find evidence of the first round effect and some support for the feedback effect which operates via the bank capital channel. (This abstract was borrowed from another version of this item.) Marcucci, Juri & Quagliariello, Mario, 2008. 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__label__wiki	0.631338	0.631338	Home » World News » What is the latest Bonfire Night UK weather forecast? Will winter arrive to batter Britain with freezing temperatures? What is the latest Bonfire Night UK weather forecast? Will winter arrive to batter Britain with freezing temperatures? Will those sparklers be extinguished or will we avoid a washout? Here's everything you need to know about the forecast for November fifth… What is the weather forecast for Bonfire Night? With Hurricane Oscar bearing down on the UK across the Atlantic, forecasters are warning Brits to keep their tinder dry if there's any hope of lighting those bonfires. Met Service forecaster Sophie Yeomans said a weekend of forecast storms will leave much of the UK with unsettled weather, and the risk of rain on the fifth is very real for all parts. Oscar is tracking for us, but computer models offer a little hope – suggesting it will swing towards Iceland at the last moment. The UK will still suffer the sting of its tail though. The North West of Scotland will take the brunt of the winds, with gales up to 60mph. Yeomans said it was essential to: ""Keep up to date with the forecast because it is changing day to day." For the rest of the country, while it will dampen spirits, it is unlikely to cause any serious disruptions. "It won't be a hurricane when it gets here, but it'll have the remnants." Families out for bonfire night are advised to wrap up warm as the night is going to gripped by cold weather. Why do we celebrate Bonfire Night? Bonfire Night is celebrated in the UK by the lighting of bonfires, the burning of "Guys" and the setting off of fireworks. The celebration was actually enshrined in law a few months after the attempt and remained on the statute books until 1859. Fireworks are also set off throughout the land as they are powered by gunpowder, representing the explosives that were never used. The only place in the UK that does not celebrate the day is Fawkes' former school, St Peter's in York. They refuse to burn a "Guy" out of respect for one of their own. Father says firefighter should have saved child in Grenfell blaze Thousands on waiting list up to be 'waterboarded' and menaced with rats and tarantulas at world's most extreme haunted house over Halloween Mother is gang-raped in India because her husband is a politician Terrifying moment machete gang breaks into a widow’s home The way you put on your bra says a LOT about your personality, according to a body language expert Horror Movies: Blumhouse Hints To ‘Halloween’ 2018 Trailer Release Date, Looks Like We’re Going To ‘Upgrade’ ‘Fortnite’ Season 5, Week 2 Challenges Guide Furries rescue woman being assaulted near California convention January 22, 2020	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1377
__label__wiki	0.826303	0.826303	E.A. Gleeson Explores Values, Beauty & Mortality Small Acts of Purpose is a new poetry book by E.A. Gleeson, a funeral celebrant with an exotic Irish background. Her poems touch on key issues from everyday life in a personal, accessible and sometimes humorous style, as you’ll see from her interview with Assistant Editor Wai Ying Wong. WYW: What led you to write Small Acts of Purpose? EAG: I cannot not write poems, I almost always have a poem "on the go" so this is a compilation of the work from the last four years. it seems to take me about four years to put a collection together. WYW: Since you have published two poetry books before, what differences were there in composing this new volume? EAG: In this new volume, I think I am much more attuned to the magic and power of land/waterscapes. It's a more interesting collection, less about me ;) more about others and how we interact with each other and the natural world. WYW: Your book comprises several parts, most notably the one about Northern Ireland. How do you see the other parts working with the Belfast one? EAG: Each of the four parts engages with the way we relate to our world whether it's an urban environment or an emotional landscape. But the Belfast section is also distinctive. I LOVE Belfast and I wanted to acknowledge its beauty as well as its troubled history. WYB: What messages are you trying to convey with Small Acts of Purpose? EAG: The ideas I am exploring vary: reflecting on the choices made by inspiring people attending to places of power and beauty examining things we value accepting notions of change and mortality WYW: We can see you are playful in the structure of certain poems with spacing between lines and words. Why did you choose to adopt this format? EAG: I try to use the rhythm, line structure and word choice to add to the concepts of a poem. With the early Belfast poems, I was trying to add visual weight to the poetry. Similarly with the last poem in the book, "Peonies". I wrote that as a love poem, but I feel it's a blessing poem and the layout emphasises the action of petals and the underlying concept of the collection, transience. WYW: What are the key themes and values expressed in your poems? How does your Irish heritage influence your writing? EAG: Brendan Ryan says these are ‘poems of witness and empathy’. Speaking for the voices is something I want to do with my writing. Mike Ladd described the collection as inquisitive, philosophical with a sly sense of humour. I think that is so apt pertaining to me as a person and a poet. My Irish heritage is a fundamental part of who I am so I think that comes through some of the poems quite specifically but it is also a cultural thing. Many of the poets who have had greatest influence on me are Irish. WYW: How does your experience as a funeral celebrant affect your perspectives on life? EAG: My funeral work keeps me 'in the real'. A lot of us will not get three score years and ten. It is also a constant reminder of the power of words and the value of honouring lives that have been lived. WYW: Which is your favourite poem in this book, and why? EAG: That's like asking which is my favourite child – 'I love them all the most'. But if I had to pick one poem, I'd say “Radio Ulster”. That poem came like a gift just as described, But then I worked so hard to get the rhythm and rhyme to add to the energy. Rosie is a composite fictional character but she's as real to me as the people in my family. If you allowed me a second choice, it would be “Short Life, Long Death” because it is ironically realistic and the crowds love it! Small Acts of Purpose Print book & Ebook	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1380
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__label__cc	0.733993	0.266007	Careers in jewellery Author: icould.com If you're creative and would like the opportunity to work with your hands and develop a skilled craft, then a career in jewellery could be for you. Starting your career in jewellery There is no set route to a career in jewellery. Before signing up for formal training, you may want to try a short evening or weekend course to get a taste of whether jewellery could be for you. Training in jewellery Further education colleges offer a range of jewellery diplomas and BTEC courses. Jewellery apprenticeships provide you with real hands-on experience and give you the opportunity to work alongside and learn from experienced jewellers. The Goldsmiths’ Company runs a respected apprenticeship scheme, where apprentices are employed by top goldsmiths. The Goldsmiths’ Centre also runs a foundation programme which gives students an introduction to different aspects of jewellery-making. Government-backed jewellery apprenticeships are also available through providers like Holts Academy. Another option is to study at an art college or university. Degree courses include subjects such as jewellery, metalwork and silversmithing. Over 55,000 people are employed in the UK jewellery industry. What makes a good jeweller? Someone who is: creative and passionate about their work good at working with their hands able to be precise, with excellent attention to detail a good communicator and able to work well with other craftspeople reliable and trusted by their clients There are over 16,000 jewellery industry related businesses in the UK. Where to work in jewellery The main centres for jewellery workshops and manufacture are London, Birmingham, Sheffield and Edinburgh, but you can find jewellers across the UK. As a skilled jeweller, you could work for a big international jewellery brand, a small independent jewellers or anywhere in-between. Lots of jewellers go on to set up their own businesses. The UK jewellery industry generates an annual profit of over £700 million. The future of the UK jewellery industry Developments such as 3D printing and Computer Aided Design (CAD) have created new possibilities for jewellery-making but traditional skills are still very much in demand. “Today new digital tools are redefining the maker’s processes and toolbox,” explains Director of the Goldsmiths’ Centre, Peter Taylor, “These allow users to create precise models of their ideas to share with clients and support the manufacturing process. Combined with traditional techniques, such as fine, diamond mounting and stone setting, goldsmiths are able to create spectacular pieces.” “New digital tools are redefining the maker’s processes and toolbox,” Peter Taylor, Director of the Goldsmiths’ Centre. Roles in jewellery The look, feel and shape of a piece of jewellery is decided by a jewellery designer based on a client’s instructions. Goldsmiths/silversmiths make jewellery and other items from gold or silver. There are three main stages in the production of fine jewellery and each has its own role: jewellery mounters create the body of a piece of jewellery stone setters secure gemstones or diamonds into the piece of jewellery or silverware polishers or finishers ensure that the desired finish for each piece is achieved In addition, there are a variety of other jobs in jewellery: bench jewellers undertake repairs, alterations and also make new items model makers produce models which are used to make multiple copies of an item using the casting process casters make multiple items for production purposes engravers engrave lines, words and other markings onto metal enamellers apply powdered glass and heat to metal in order to create a decorative, coloured finish CAD/CAM designers use computer software to design and create jewellery watchmakers/horologists design, make and repair watches Apprentice diamond mounter "Do stuff that gets you used to working with your hands." Ben is now an apprentice with jeweller Dominic Walmsley. If design or making is not your thing, you can also work for the jewellery industry in retail, buying or marketing roles. What is a Master goldsmith? A Master goldsmith is trained to work with precious metals using a variety of techniques. Most goldsmiths learn their craft through an apprenticeship, which can last up to five years. Goldsmiths do not stop learning once they have finished their apprenticeship and many enter competitions or continue to attend training to become exceptional in their skill. Watch more jewellery videos Apprentice Diamond Mounter (Justin Richardson Jewellery) Director, Goldsmiths’ Centre Managing Director and Engraver Fine Jewellery Design Apprentice Creative Choices – further details on different roles in jewellery. Jewellery and Allied Industries Training Council – general information about the industry and training courses. Benchpeg – job vacancies in the jewellery industry. Cockpit Arts Maker of the Month: Lauren Atwell, app designer Dominic Walmsley Bespoke Jewellery	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1395
__label__cc	0.621589	0.378411	Accessories/Keys It Still Runs is the go-to destination for all things cars. From motors to radiators and everything in between, we've got you covered. How to Write Up a Bill of Sale When Giving It Away for Free by Robert Moore Every state has set forth specific laws for buying and selling a vehicle. Some states require a bill of sale before you can legally transfer ownership and apply for a title. States that do require a bill of sale have their own state-specific forms that, in most cases, you can find on their respective websites. States that don't require a bill of sale may offer a generic version for your convenience. Even if your state doesn't require a bill of sale, it is an important part of buying, selling or donating an automobile that you shouldn't overlook. If your state doesn't require a bill of sale or offer a generic form, you can find generic forms online. States That Require a Bill of Sale At the time of publication, 30 states require a bill of sale before you can transfer ownership of the vehicle. Most of these states have pretty much the same requirements; however, some require you to have a notary public witness you and the purchaser -- or gift recipient -- sign the bill of sale and sign off on it as well. Information to Include Most of the information that you need to include in your bill of sale is already on the vehicles title. When you write a bill of sale, include the: seller's name and address purchaser's -- or recipient's -- name and address the year, make and model of the vehicle color of the vehicle vehicle identification number -- also known as VIN Current plate number mileage accrued on the vehicle at the time of ownership transfer selling price, or fair market value, if you're donating or gifting the vehicle relationship to the purchaser or recipient, if applicable statement indicating that you're donating or gifting the vehicle, if applicable lien payoff and release information, if applicable If you use a state-supplied form, check the box indicating that the vehicle is a gift or donation. If you're gifting or donating the vehicle, indicate a fair value for the vehicle -- this allows the motor vehicles agency to record a value for the vehicle and assess taxes as required by law. If the vehicle you're donating or gifting is jointly owned, the joint owner must be identified in the bill of sale and sign it. Putting the Information on Paper Start by listing all of the information about the vehicle, then create a statement that includes your full name, address and relationship to the recipient. Continue your statement indicating that you are gifting or donating the vehicle and include the estimated fair-market value. Check Kelly Blue Book to determine the fair-market value of your vehicle In the next sentence state the details of any included warranty, or lack thereof, and finalize the statement with the following sentence: I declare that the statements in this document are 100 percent accurate to the best of my knowledge and hereby release any liability involving the vehicle from this date forward. Print two copies and sign your name at the bottom the statement. Ask the joint owner, if applicable, and whoever is receiving the vehicle to sign and date both copies of the bill of sale. Give one copy to the recipient and keep the other copy for your records. Generic Bill of Sale Form States that Require a Bill of Sale when Buying/ Selling a car Bill of Sale REG. 135 This article was written by the It Still Runs team, copy edited and fact checked through a multi-point auditing system, in efforts to ensure our readers only receive the best information. To submit your questions or ideas, or to simply learn more about It Still Runs, contact us. How Do I Endorse a Car Title? How to Transfer an Auto Title in South ... How to Get Rid of a Car with No Title How to Sell a Car Privately in South ... How to Put a Lien on a Vehicle How to Sell a Car in Illinois What Are the Laws for Selling Cars in ... How to Place a Car in Your Name How to Register a Car With No Title	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1398
__label__wiki	0.672974	0.672974	J-School News Projet J J-Schools Login NewsMemos Memo: Further details on changes to CBC News By H.G. Watson • 3 years ago The following memo was sent to CBC staff on March 29, 2017, from Jennifer McGuire, General Manager and Editor in Chief. The following memo was sent to CBC staff on March 29, 2017, from Jennifer McGuire, General Manager and Editor in Chief I wanted to provide an update as we continue the work of re-imagining CBC News. As a reminder, we are moving from a structure currently divided into broadcast programs, digital platforms, and integrated newsgathering, to a structure that is content based, and divided into daily news, depth and context, investigative, and content innovation. Our early restructuring work has been driven by the following goals: Digital news needs to be a part of everything we do, not a stand-alone pillar of our news service. To position ourselves and our journalists for the future, we need to provide more opportunities for staff who currently have little or no connection to digital news. We need to be organized at the highest level around story and content, not program or platform. We need to be as good at telling stories that look forward, advance the news and set the agenda as we are at covering breaking news. We need to redirect resources to create more original and investigative journalism and to better serve audiences on emerging platforms. The successful redevelopment of The National is dependent and inextricably linked to the reinvention of our news service. Both must change in order to grow and prosper. We need to be even more focused on innovation and how we serve future audiences. The next step toward reaching these goals is shifting the roles and responsibilities of our Managing Editors. As with everything we do in this reorganization, these changes are not simply reassignments. As our teams separate and merge into new teams built around our new pillars and aligned with the goals listed above, so too will our ways of working and connecting. Elements of the existing digital team, for example, will be moving into all of our new structure areas: Daily News, Depth and Context (The National), and Content Experience (Innovation). The same can be said about many of our other content teams. For Managing Editors, this means the primary focus for the year ahead will be, with support and input from everyone, guiding this change. And so beginning in early April, Greg Reaume will be working with Brodie Fenlon to organize the new Daily News group. In addition to his current management of our foreign bureaus, the network assignment desk, network journalists in Toronto and his co-management (with local ME’s) of our domestic network bureaus, Greg will take on an expanded administrative role over the daily elements of our radio news operation, the daily elements of our digital operations, and the News Network daytime and weekend group. The scope of this project will require Greg to focus on the mechanics and staffing of the new operation. This will mean shifting the roles and editorial accountabilities of many of our Executive and Senior Producers, which we will discuss in our next update. Until then, Lianne Elliott will oversee CBCNews.ca, with management support from Brodie and Greg. Also next month, Jennifer Harwood will begin working with Jon Whitten in the Depth and Context group. Jennifer, who currently manages all of News Network, will continue to manage the programs On The Money, The Passionate Eye, as well as News Network’s Vancouver operations. She will also maintain a responsibility for daily coordination of all News Network programming. In this role, Jennifer will also take on responsibility for the following Radio News programs; World Report, The World at Six, and The World This Weekend. Jennifer will also manage our Network Entertainment unit, and our Network Business Unit. The Network Health Unit, under Mark Harrison, will report directly to Jon. Paul Hambleton will continue to manage The National while our flagship television news program is redeveloped under The National’s new Managing Editor Steve Ladurantaye. Paul will also continue to run our network investigative unit, and manage our investigative programs the fifth estate and Marketplace. The new head of investigative journalism position will be posted shortly. We have also asked Paul to work with Brodie and begin building the new story-based central news desk that will drive content on all of our platforms. The desk will grow over the next six months, but will begin by combining the current operations of our Radio syndication group and our Newstream and Alert Desks. Joanne McPherson will continue her work on impact programming and coordination, including work on Canada’s 150th anniversary as well as The National in Conversation events this spring. She will work with all ME’s to develop cross-program strategies and will represent News content with outside departments including Communications, Marketing, Brand and Research. I’m also very pleased to announce today that Michael Gruzuk will be returning to CBC News as Senior Director of Content Experience. Reporting directly to me, Michael will lead the new area devoted to program development, innovation in storytelling and presentation, new product development, and specials. Michael is well known here for his work in investigative, documentary, and live television at Marketplace, The National, and as head of our Specials group. Most recently he has worked in the digital space as head of news and editorial for VICE Canada, overseeing their multiple channels and video teams. As head of our Content Experience group, Michael will work closely with Jon Whitten, Brodie Fenlon and all the managing editors to take on the critical task of charting a new creative direction for our storytelling and presentation. He will also be concentrating on emerging tools that maximize how our journalism is consumed across platforms. On the program development side, Michael’s first assignment will be to work closely with the group redeveloping The National. Joanne’s work will also fall under Michael in the Content Experience group. Welcome back Michael! Finally, another reminder that our news renewal project is not about building new silos. To meet the goals we have laid out, we will have to work more closely together than ever before. In an ever changing media landscape, the boundaries between the new areas we have created will never be static. There can be as much depth in a live report delivered while news is unfolding, as an analysis piece on our Politics page, or a longer tape piece on The National or The World at Six. The “Daily News” focus of our restructured department will be as much about advancing stories in the daily news cycle as it is about live, breaking coverage. The “Depth and Context” area will be home to the stand alone, enterprise journalism that takes more time to plan and produce. We will begin sending these update notes regularly. We know there is a lot to digest. We are committed to meeting regularly with teams to provide more detailed information on what the impacts mean in specific areas and are always available if you have any questions or concerns. H.G. Watson H.G. 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__label__cc	0.739811	0.260189	Tag Archives: dystopia Best of 2013 YA Literature: Epic Reads’s Book Shimmy Awards By Jelly-Side Up ¶ Posted in Uncategorized ¶ Tagged books, dystopia, HarperCollins, sci-fi/fantasy, Young Adult literature ¶ Leave a comment Good evening, dear readers! Awards show season is in full swing, with the Golden Globes earlier this month and the Grammys happening as I post. And though you couldn’t tell it from my outfit at the moment–head-to-toe fleece (#PolarVortex)–I certainly enjoy the glitz, glam, and overall spectacle of it all. OMG Katy Perry (Grammys 2014), that DRESS! Fabulous! We are practically twins at the moment. Combining my love of music and romantic drama–you ordered two, right? This year, though, I discovered my new favorite awards show. It was much smaller-scale: a two-woman operation plus a pouty cut-out of Four (from the upcoming Divergent movie). “The Book Shimmy Awards” is an awards show hosted by Epic Reads, HarperCollins’s young-adult literature community. The two ladies behind Team Epic Reads host a weekly “Tea Time” series to discuss the latest and greatest in YA lit. They developed a new verb on Twitter to connote enthusiasm about books–book shimmy–and thus the term was born and given its own awards show. Their thought was that young-adult literature deserved its own glamorous celebration, and that the winners should be decided upon by readers. I appreciate that Epic Reads truly does foster a community of book fans, even if we are continents apart. 🙂 These ladies are so cute, quirky, and nerdy (in a good way); their shows are lots of fun to watch. The awards show is an hour long, but you can watch it in parts. If you don’t have time to watch it, they also created a great infographic to represent the winners from each category: And here is the whole awards show: Enjoy the rest of your Sunday! Join me later this week for a Top 10 list and whatever other silliness or excitement pops up. Stay warm! 🙂 Top 16 Most-Anticipated YA Books of January 2014 By Jelly-Side Up ¶ Posted in Top 10, Uncategorized ¶ Tagged books, dystopia, HarperCollins, sci-fi/fantasy, Top 10, Young Adult literature ¶ 5 Comments Hello, dear readers! I hope the week has been treating you well. Mine has been busy, interesting, productive, and even fun, so I suppose I couldn’t ask for a better mix. 🙂 I hope to share some stories with you about it soon. For now, though, it’s time for this week’s Top Ten post–except this week, it will be 16! Epic Reads, HarperCollins’s fun young-adult literature online community, posted a list of this month’s most-anticipated YA book releases. I’m glad they did, because I hadn’t heard of a lot of these, and my to-be-read pile has grown even larger (can’t wait for that new seven-foot-long bookcase…). I’m especially excited for Cruel Beauty (#9), a dark reimagining of my favorite fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast; Infinite, a fantasy dystopia; and Defy, a fantasy adventure that was a runner-up for the “Top 15” list. Click the titles to take you to their Goodreads entries, where you can read more about them as well as purchase them. (Blurbs are from Epic Reads and Goodreads.) The 16 Most Anticipated YA Books Publishing In January (Most anticipated = most YA books added on Goodreads as of December 12th, 2013 when we collected the data. View the entire list and see how the rankings have changed here.) 1. Into the Still Blue by Veronica Rossi On sale January 28th Perfect for fans of the Hunger Games and Divergent series, Veronica Rossi’s trilogy has been called “inspired, offbeat, and mesmerizing” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) and “incredibly original” (Seventeen.com). Brimming with romance and danger and building to a climax that will leave you breathless, Into the Still Blue brings this “masterpiece” trilogy to an unforgettable close (Examiner.com). 2. Hollow City by Ransom Riggs In 1940 after the first book ends, Jacob and his new Welsh island friends flee to London, the Peculiar capital of the world. Caul, a dangerous madman, is Miss Peregrine’s brother, and can steal Peculiar abilities for himself. The Peculiars must fight for survival, again. 3. Evertrue by Brodi Ashton On sale January 21st In this stunning conclusion to the Everneath trilogy, Brodi Ashton evokes the resiliency of the human spirit and the indomitable power of true love. 4. Uninvited by Sophie Jordan From New York Times bestselling author Sophie Jordan, Uninvited is a chilling and suspenseful story about a girl whose DNA brands her as a killer, perfect for fans of The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer and Confessions of a Murder Suspect. 5. Enders by Lissa Price On sale January 7th Someone is after Starters like Callie and Michael – teens with chips in their brains. No one is ever who they appear to be, not even the Old Man. Determined to find out who he really is and grasping at the hope of a normal life for herself and her younger brother, Callie is ready to fight for the truth. Even if it kills her. 6. Infinite by Jodi Meadows The stunning conclusion to the Incarnate trilogy, a fantasy series about a girl who is the first new soul born into a society where everyone else has been reborn hundreds of times. Romantic and action-filled, the rich world of Infinite is perfect for fans of epic fantasy like Graceling by Kristin Cashore and The Girl of Fire and Thorns by Rae Carson, while Ana’s courage to expose the cracks in society and fight for what is right is ideal for fans of dystopian novels. 7. Unhinged by A.G. Howard Glimpses of Wonderland start to bleed through Alyssa’s art and into her world in very disturbing ways, and Morpheus warns that Queen Red won’t be far behind. If Alyssa stays in the human realm, she could endanger everyone she loves. But if she steps through the rabbit hole again, she’ll face a deadly battle that could cost more than just her head. 8. Erased by Jennifer Rush Jennifer Rush delivers a thrilling sequel to Altered in a novel packed with mysteries, lies, and surprises that are sure to keep readers guessing until the last page is turned. 9. Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge The romance of Beauty and the Beast meets the adventure of Graceling in a dazzling fantasy novel about our deepest desires and their power to change our destiny. For fans of bestselling authors Kristin Cashore and Alex Flinn, this gorgeously written debut infuses the classic fairy tale with glittering magic, a feisty heroine, and a romance sure to take your breath away. 10. Her Dark Curiosity by Megan Shepherd Inspired by The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, this tantalizing sequel to Megan Shepherd’s gothic suspense novel, The Madman’s Daughter, explores the hidden natures of those we love and how far we’ll go to save them from themselves. 11. The Unbound by Victoria Schwab Imagine a place where the dead rest on shelves like books. Each body has a story to tell, a life seen in pictures that only Librarians can read. The dead are called Histories, and the vast realm in which they rest is the Archive. With stunning prose and a captivating mixture of action, romance, and horror, The Unbound delves into a richly imagined world where no choice is easy and love and loss feel like two sides of the same coin. 12. The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson For the past five years, Hayley Kincaid and her father, Andy, have been on the road, never staying long in one place as he struggles to escape the demons that have tortured him since his return from Iraq. Will being back home help Andy’s PTSD, or will his terrible memories drag him to the edge of hell, and drugs push him over? The Impossible Knife of Memory is Laurie Halse Anderson at her finest: compelling, surprising, and impossible to put down. 13. Avalon by Mindee Arnett For fans of Josh Whedon’s cult classic television show Firefly comes a fascinating and fast-paced sci-fi thriller from author Mindee Arnett, about a group of teenage mercenaries who stumble upon a conspiracy that threatens the entire galaxy. With pulse-pounding action, a captivating mystery, and even a bit of romance,Avalon is the perfect read for hard-core sci-fi fans and non–sci-fi fans alike. 14. Vitro by Jessica Khoury On a remote island in the Pacific, Corpus scientists have taken test tube embryos and given them life. These beings—the Vitros—have knowledge and abilities most humans can only dream of. But they also have one enormous flaw. Sophie and Jim are about to find out what happens when science stretches too far beyond its reach. 15. Fragile Spirits by Mary Lindsey On sale January 23rd In a stunning story about the beauty of fate and the power of secrets, Mary Lindsey returns to the world of Shattered Souls with a breathtaking thrill-ride of a novel. [The author notes Shattered Souls takes place one month before this book’s plot, but is not a required read for this one–same world, different story lines.] 16. Defy by Sara B. Larson A lush and gorgeously written debut, packed with action, intrigue, and a thrilling love triangle. With hidden foes lurking around every corner, is Alex strong enough to save herself and the kingdom she’s sworn to protect? So, dear readers, did you add any of these to your “to read” shelves? Which debuts are YOU most excited for? Forecasts are predicting chilly temperatures and more snow (at least for the weather-battered Midwest!), so stay warm and check back this weekend for more posts. I hope you have a lovely weekend, yourself! Top Ten: Signs You Are Reading Too Much Young-Adult Literature By Jelly-Side Up ¶ Posted in Top 10 ¶ Tagged dystopia, love, Top 10, Young Adult literature ¶ 4 Comments This week’s Top Ten will focus on” Signs You’re Reading Too Much YA Literature.” Have you ever noticed common themes in your reading repertoire…and then applied them to your life? Today’s list will be a combination of my own ideas, preceded by this “Top Five” posted by Book Riot in 2011 (with memes added in by me). It was so funny and so relevant to my blog that I had to share. (I will note where the shift takes place.) Posted by dr b Originally Posted on Book Riot on October 11, 2011 I read a lot of young adult literature, as previous posts at Book Riot might suggest. But this semester, I’m also teaching Children’s Literature in addition to reading YA for pleasure. It’s starting to feel like I have a YA novel in hand every waking moment, and I think it’s starting to skew my perceptions of reality. If you’re like me, you may hear echoes of yourself in this list. Here are my top five signs you’re reading too much young adult literature. 1. Utopia vs. Dystopia You keep a spreadsheet to try to determine whether you exist in a utopia or a dystopia. (Corporate ownership of media? Dystopia. New Muppet movie on the horizon? Utopia.) You secretly hope it turns out to be a dystopia so you can demonstrate your awesomeness in some world-liberating way. The Love Triangle You wonder how your relationship triangle is going to shake out. Will it be the moody, wild rebel who taught you about passion, or the sweet, gentle artist who taught you about love? (If you’re still waiting for the candidates to show themselves, you may be spending entirely too much time eyeing up your colleagues.) Life is a Metaphor You take to expressing yourself metaphorically through objects. You position a dying plant, a talisman, and a notebook of doodles on the corner of your desk. When people ask how you are doing, you gesture knowingly at the objects and keep silent. They’ll figure it out. Expecting Parental Conflict via Telephone You phone your parents hoping for either any angry blow-out of epic proportions or a disinterested silence that will reaffirm your worldly malaise. Disappointingly, they just want to tell you they love you and chat about your day. Saying “No” to Games Between Hunger and Ender, you’ve become quite suspicious of the concept of games. When a colleague suggests a round of charades before the end of a dinner party, you arm yourself with a steak knife and take refuge behind the largest armchair. You’re developing a reputation at baby showers. This marks the end of Book Riot’s list–the next five are my own. 6. Too Many Grown-Ups Young-adult novels can make it seem like the world is populated with nothing but teenagers. So when you look up from your book and notice you’re surrounded by adults, you feel a sense of foreboding and worry for their safety. They may be unwritten at any moment. 7. Destiny Past 16 Sixteen is the unofficial coming-of-age moment for heroes and heroines of young-adult literature to fulfill their destiny. I’m guilty of this myself, as an author. I think it does make sense, psychologically, that 16 is often an approximate turning point for people to define themselves. But besides being a little redundant, it gives us non-teenagers some anxiety about doing anything meaningful with our lives now that we’re not 16 anymore. Maybe we won’t single-handedly prevent a civil war in our nation, but we can put out one hell of a press release. That makes a difference in its own way, right? Right? 8. Your Significant Other Has a Pulse This one comes courtesy of my friend Lindsey, who is sort of the expert on supernatural love stories. If you’re surprised your significant other has a pulse, it may be time to take a breather from the genre–pun intended. Young-adult literature has been supersaturated with love stories about vampires, werewolves, zombies, angels, ghosts, fairies, and other otherworldly beings lately. It makes for an exciting read, sure, but it puts us mortals in a less interesting light when it comes to your love choices. 9. The Near-Kiss Another friend, Alex, mentioned this one. He’s right: any good young-adult romance is filled with near-kisses, almost-romantic gestures that take until the last page to conclude–or never do. If your significant other has expressed confusion that you never quite kiss him/her goodbye before work–that instead it’s a lip brush and a breath–you may be applying this trope to your real life. 10. Love at First Sight This is a couple of dangerous stereotypes rolled into one. This is a popular idea in young-adult literature, and it makes sense. When learning about first loves, teenagers, sometimes, can pay too much attention to the superficial, i.e., what we can see/physical perfection. Personally, it annoys me when books perpetuate the idea that love interests are all physically perfect and instantly fall in love. I think that’s encouraging too much focus on what isn’t important–it’s what’s inside that really counts, even if we’re still working on making a difference after the age of 16. 😉 What do you think, readers? Have you been reading too much young-adult literature? Personally, I don’t think it’s possible, but I will try to cut myself a little slack with destiny, and I’ll allow myself to enjoy games with less paranoia. No promises on being less metaphorical, though. Hey, I’m a writer; I can’t help it. 😉 Top Ten Tuesday: Most Outrageous Book Bans By Jelly-Side Up ¶ Posted in Books, Top 10 ¶ Tagged banned books, books, dystopia, Ray Bradbury, Top 10, WPlongform ¶ 13 Comments Image courtesy of http://www.bannedbooksweek.org It’s a week full of celebrations! Hobbit Day and autumnal equinox on Sunday, with Tolkien Week all this week. Today is National Punctuation Day. Sunday also kicked off a very important week-long celebration: Banned Books Week. Censorship is nothing new to human culture. A quick history, courtesy of Mette Newth for the Beacon for Freedom of Expression: Censorship has followed the free expressions of men and women like a shadow throughout history. In ancient societies, for example China, censorship was considered a legitimate instrument for regulating the moral and political life of the population. The origin of the term censor can be traced to the office of censor established in Rome in 443 BC. In Rome, as in the ancient Greek communities, the ideal of good governance included shaping the character of the people. Hence censorship was regarded as an honorable task. In China, the first censorship law was introduced in 300 AD. Perhaps the most famous case of censorship in ancient times is that of Socrates, sentenced to drink poison in 399 BC for his corruption of youth and his acknowledgement of unorthodox divinities. It’s understandable why people would ban books. Nothing’s quite so threatening as an idea that catches on, spreading through society like wildfire. People can be killed, but ideas?–not so easily–and so has this concept been posed in many great books and movies. I can’t speak for the entire globe, but in America, the freedom of speech is a “certain unalienable right,” one that defines what it means to be an American. So I just don’t understand why books are being banned here. Usually, books are banned by people who fear those books will have a negative impact on readers. Granted, I would understand banning a book that promotes violence (or even overt hate speech) against people, with no “moral compass” guiding its pages. Beyond that, though, it’s hard to imagine justifying a ban. The controversies that make us uncomfortable are usually the most important ones to talk about–because they imagine a breakthrough of human or animal rights that are not currently universally acknowledged. The whole purpose of a book is to make us think, to open our minds, to help us grow. Sometimes, when books are banned, it’s for some pretty incredible reasons. Below is my list of the top ten most outrageous book bans. A special thank-you to The Week and Buzzfeed for most of the info and choices, along with bannedbooks.world.edu, cited below. All images are from Amazon; click them to buy or find out more about the books . 1. The Dictionary Seriously. I’ve never known anyone except my dad and me to read the dictionary as an actual book, but apparently, the concept of using the American Heritage Dictionary or Merriam-Webster as “pleasure reading” has been a threat since 1969. School boards have cited “illicit entries” as reasons to keep these compendiums of words out of the classroom. Because why would we learn new words in school? (The Week) 2. A Light in the Attic by Shel Silverstein “In 1985, challengers at Cunningham Elementary School in Beloit, Wisconsin, said that A Light in the Attic ‘encourages children to break dishes so they won’t have to dry them.’” Now, I’m thinking this is a problem on the parenting side, not a fantastical poetry book, but that’s just me. (bannedbooks.world.edu) 3. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr. & Eric Carle This popular children’s picture book was banned by the Texas School Board because they thought the author behind this playful story was the same who published a controversial Marxist book. And their names weren’t even the same. It was philosophy Professor Bill Martin (of DePaul University, coincidentally) who published Ethical Marxism: The Categorical Imperative of Liberation—no “Jr.,” no relation. The Board reversed their decision once they learned of their error, but it seems like a little preliminary research would have avoided this. Or, you know, common sense. (nowIknow.com) 4. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum What could be wrong with this innocent literary legend? “Ministers and educators challenged it for…depicting women in strong leadership roles. They opposed not only children reading it, but adults as well, lest it undermine longstanding gender roles.” What?! You KNOW I have a problem with this, readers. Strong Female Characters are essential, and anyone who says they are toxic should be visited by a few. I volunteer as tribute. (bannedbooks.world.edu) 5. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury You already know of my love for this book, but even a non-fangirl would laugh at this irony. This book about the danger of banning books has been banned. Is this to enable them for future bans? Still, one can’t help but assume the people banning it have not read it. 6. The Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank This is a hallmark of many middle/high schools’ English requirements–and with good reason. How rare to have such a poignant first-hand account into one of the most horrible events that has ever transpired in human history. Plus, the narrator is a teenager, pulling in readers that age that might feel distanced from colder textbook accounts. No one curls up with this one for a laugh before bedtime–obviously, right? But apparently, some people missed the memo. “In 1983, four members of the Alabama State Textbook Committee called for the rejection of this title because it is, quote, ‘a real downer.'” …I can’t even. Of course it’s a downer. That is EXACTLY why we need to read it. (bannedbooks.world.edu) 7. The Lorax by Dr. Seuss Yet another children’s book for the list. Guess who got this one banned? The logging industry, for the book’s “anti-deforesting plot line.” In my opinion, the ban just makes them look (much) worse. (The Week) 8. Winnie the Pooh by A. A. Milne I’ve had a lifelong affection for this cuddly little bear all stuffed with fluff, but apparently, the love is not universal. In fact, Pooh comes in at #22 on the American Library Association’s list of the most frequently banned books. Meek little Piglet came under attack as “offensive” in Turkey, causing a State-controlled TV station to take the show off the air. In Russia, someone found a drawing of Pooh wearing a swastika, owned by an extremist–note, not an original, likely “fanart”–which caused the book to be banned by Russia’s Justice Ministry. And then there’s the whole “Issue” of talking animals, which I’ll discuss in #9. I’ve never seen a game of Poohsticks go so wrong. (bannedbooks.world.edu) 9. Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White Anthropomorphism (giving animals/inanimate objects human characteristics/behavior) is downright offensive to some people. A parents’ group in Kansas claimed “[humans are] the only creatures that can communicate vocally. Showing lower life forms with human abilities is sacrilegious and disrespectful to God.” I think everyone would agree animals have personalities; you know I think so. But even if you don’t, this book is clearly a work of fiction. Symbols have been used to represent human characteristics since the very beginning of storytelling. By that logic, wouldn’t every single book be banned? By the way, the Bible is packed with symbolism, and it advocates kindness towards all creatures. (The Week) 10. Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare Even the revered bard isn’t safe from being banned. This explanation is spoilery, just warning you–but you should still read/see this play, because it’s excellent! Anyway, in this play, a female character has to disguise herself temporarily as a male. She then falls in love (with a male). Apparently, this early seventeenth-century text has proven too progressive for a New Hampshire town that banned it for violating the school district’s “prohibition of alternative lifestyle instruction.” Really? This seems to be another case of the banning group not actually reading the play. (The Week) In closing, here are some famous quotes by authors about banning books. Of course I had to include two from Ray Bradbury, from/about one of my favorite books ever. Perhaps it’s one of my favorites because banning books is a deep-rooted fear in bibliophiles, this one not excepted. 😉 “You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” – Ray Bradbury Image courtesy of Simon & Schuster Readers, I hope you celebrate Banned Books Week with me. The American Library Association is hosting the event all week long, and you can join in the festivities. But first and foremost, you can just pick up a book that’s been banned and read it. Be a rebel! I hope it will open your minds. Let me know what your favorite banned book is in the comments below. As an author, I hope to see my books land on a ban list somewhere, someday. It will mean I have said something important, something thought-provoking. Something to change the world.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1410
__label__cc	0.68377	0.31623	From the Archives: Opening of a ‘Convitto’ 170 years ago in Malta Monday, March 30, 2015 - 10:31 170 years ago on 29 March 1845, the English Governor of Malta invited the Society of Jesus to open a College on the island. The New Evangelisation: A Challenge for the West BY GClapson Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 16:29 Simon Bishop reflects on the talk given at Heythrop College by Archbishop Rino Fisichella on the New Evangelisation. Godtalk: What can I know? Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 20:25 Given the speed and change in our world today, the increasing specialization and fragmentation inside higher education, and the ever-increasing complexity of our lives, we may find ourselves wondering just how much we really know. What can we know amongst all the complexity and sophistication of our world? What would St Ignatius say about plans to capture English beavers? Tuesday, March 24, 2015 - 12:12 After an exile of 500 years, beavers have successfully reestablished themselves in the River Otter in Devon, and now after being confirmed clear of disease and of European origin are officially free! Our Green Jesuit Henry Longbottom SJ discusses how Ignatius would react to plans to capture them. Exploring a God of infinite possibilities Sunday, March 22, 2015 - 17:51 22nd March was the birthday of the late Fr Gerry W Hughes SJ, who died on 4th November 2014. He would have been 91 today. The Tablet’s Literary Editor, Brendan Walsh, met Fr Gerry shortly before his death . St Nicholas Owen SJ BY RMorris Friday, March 20, 2015 - 12:44 On 22 March, we remember the life of St Nicholas Owen SJ, a Jesuit brother and builder of priest holes. Much of his ministry was carried out in complete secrecy, and so we know very little about him, and unlike Jesuits brethren like Campion, his suffering and death wasn't seen on the scaffold, but happened in the secrecy of the prison: his priest holes, his silent prayers, are all that remain. Godtalk: Crossroads and Choices No-one, surely, likes to think of their life-journey as simply moving along fixed, pre-determined lines until the destination long-ago chosen for them is reached. New beginnings in southern Africa Heribert Mueller SJ looks to the future for Jesuits in southern Africa as the provinces of Zimbabwe and Mozambique are united. From the Archives: Fr John Luck SJ's personal papers A hundred years ago, Fr John Luck SJ began his service as a military chaplain in World War I. Assistant Archivist Mary has completed cataloguing his personal papers and shares what she has learned here. CSAN and JRS Lent Campaign: Changes Lives CSAN, or Caritas Social Action Network, in which we are taking part, has launched the Lent Campaign: Changes Lives! Here are some of our JRS volunteers voices on how JRS helps change lives of those marginalised. Eyes to the Heavens: Where a scientist finds God 9 min 31 sec ago. 29 min 5 sec ago.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1414
__label__wiki	0.621818	0.621818	Killer Walking Bass // AUTHOR BIOS // TEYMUR PHELL Teymur is a virtuoso bassist, proficient in classical, upright jazz and electric bass styles. He graduated with honors from the Jerusalem Academy of Music, where he studied with bass professor Dr. Michael Klinghoffer. In 2010, Teymur moved to New York City and quickly became a sought-after bassist. He’s performed with Mike Stern, Arturo Sandoval, Vic Juris, Oz Noy, Lafayette Harris, and others. Mike Stern says Teymur is an “unbelievable bassist and incredible musician. He’s mastered the art of walking with an amazing feel. Teymur really walks his ass off!” Find out more about Teymur on his official site. JIM KALBACH Jim a has a degree in music from Rutgers University, where he studied composition with Charles Wuorinen. He is noted author and instructor in web design and online business strategy. Jim authored bestselling books in his field: Designing Web Navigation (O’Reilly, 2007) and Mapping Experiences (O’Reilly, 2016). He blogs at experiencinginformation.com and tweets at @jimkalbach Check out Jim’s composed bass melody over the changes of “All Of The Things You Are,” intended to be bowed but also playable pizzicato. View facebook.com/killerwalkingbass’s profile on Facebook View @killerjazzbass’s profile on Twitter View @killerwalkingbass’s profile on Instagram	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1420
__label__wiki	0.791347	0.791347	Gamelonians, Antagonists, Traitors, Duke Onkled People in the Form Wars Appears in Zelda: Wand of Gamelon Harkinian Family Hylians Bearded Characters Felons P.I.N.G.A.S Members Articles with Swear Words CD-i Characters Form Allies King Harkinian's Cousins Duke Onkled Harkinian Have mercy! Occupation Duke, businessman Name Duke Onkled Harkinian Appearances Zelda: Wand of Gamelon, YouTube Poop Friends Fari Enemies King Harkinian, Zelda Hometown Modomai, Gamelon Relatives Joseph Harkinian (father, deceased), Alma Harkinian (daughter, deceased), John Harkinian (cousin), Eric Harkinian (brother) Favorite Things Mercy, his key Embodied Personalities Duke Onkled Nukem "Duke Onkled is one of those gays..." —Fat Mario Onkled Harkinian (1956–2060) is the traitorous and cowardly duke of Gamelon, a son of Joseph Harkinian, the father of Lady Alma, a cousin of King John Harkinian, and a friend of Fari. Just to spite King Harkinian, he joined P.I.N.G.A.S. Duke Onkled was born somewhere in Karadoi on September 11, 1956 to Joseph Harkinian and an unknown mother. His father became king of Hyrule in 1967, so he took Duke Onkled to Gamelon, where he studied business at Abnormal School. As a young man, he accidentally impregnated Gana. He would fail to win custody of their daughter, Alma, until Gana became so annoyed with her that she gave her up. Later, in 1993, he betrayed the King and joined Ganon, but Ganon was defeated, and Duke Onkled was condemned to 9,000 months of floor-scrubbing, among other punishments. He also started the Duke Onkled Wars at some point. During the Form Wars, Duke Onkled conspired with Fari to assassinate King Harkinian, hoping that a form takeover of Hyrule would free him from his floor-scrubbing sentence. This failed, as Hyrule still ended up on the winning side of the war. Evil Link later employed Duke Onkled as a spy, noting that his duty to scrub all the floors in Hyrule gave him an excuse to be in nearly any place in the country at any time. Link eventually reduced Duke Onkled's sentence to forty years, the approximate amount of time it takes to scrub all the floors in Hyrule once, and Duke Onkled was finally allowed to quit scrubbing floors in 2033. After Duke Onkled died in 2060, the deceased Evil Link appointed him as his successor as Mah Boi and forced him to aid him in his efforts to take over the pit. Request for Mercy Duke Onkled asks for some mercy. In 2008, Duke Onkled formally applied to King Harkinian for mercy in the form of parole from his floor-scrubbing duties. Fari took him to Hyrule Castle, where the King issued him a list of punishments he would have to complete before he could qualify: Scrubbing all the floors in Hyrule Scrubbing all the floors in Gamelon (redundant, as Gamelon is part of Hyrule) Rubbing oil on the King's dong Taking Link out for dinner Ordering pizza Saving four pieces of pizza for the King Eating poop Protecting Zelda's boobies Helping the King pee in the morning Going on a diet Eating an octorok's dong F--king himself Doing the duck walk Masturbating on Ganon's face Pleasing all the plumbers in the Mushroom Kingdom Believe it or not, Duke Onkled managed to complete all of his tasks in a month. Of course, the King still denied him any mercy. Relations with Other Characters Duke Onkled in Civilization 3. Duke Onkled is usually terrified of King Harkinian, who has never forgiven him for his betrayal. Other times, however, he is attracted to the King, and he even held him captive as part of a twisted sex game once. Disturbingly, Duke Onkled is also obsessed with King Harkinian's daughter, Zelda, and he once begged her to have sex with him. He later tried a more subtle approach by asking the King to set them up on a date, but the King didn't cooperate. Duke Onkled with his key. He lives in Dodomai Palace. He is a wimp, unable to hurt anyone or defend himself. He has too many rings. He owns the biggest key in the world. He was arrested for invading the king's house, attacking Zelda, and joining Ganon. In turn, he had the King arrested for killing Hectan. He once claimed to be gay, but this seems to be false, as he once tried to seduce Zelda. He owns a popular restaurant chain, Duke Onkled's Diner, which means he's not a total failure after all. He's a terrible cook, though, and even burns himself in his restaurant's commercials. Ganon ate his penis for dinner. Ouch. Hagrad washes his back at 4:05 AM every day. "Don't hurt me, Zelda!" "Please, your omnipotence, have mercy!" "No way." "Your omnipotence, I'm gay." "F--k me, Zelda." "Don't eat me!" "Please, your impotence, have mercy!" Retrieved from "https://king-harkinian.fandom.com/wiki/Duke_Onkled?oldid=36140" Gamelonians	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1422
__label__wiki	0.704609	0.704609	Scott’s Family Resort on Oquaga Lake Won’t Open This Spring Bob Joseph Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News (file) The news is less than marvelous for Scott's Family Resort in Broome County as its owners have announced the place won't be operating this year. The Oquaga Lake property in the town of Sanford, 30 miles east of Binghamton, has been a destination for folks who want to relax for more than a century. The "Scott's Show Boat" on Oquaga Lake in the town of Sanford. (Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News) Scenes for the Amazon TV show "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" were shot at Scott's Oquaga Lake House in June 2018. It was called the Steiner Mountain Resort on the program. A Facebook post cited "circumstances beyond our control" in announcing the resort will not open for the 2020 season. Despite the Facebook message, there's no indication on the Scott's Family Resort website that it won't be available for events this year. Patricia and Gary Holdrege have operated the business over the past few years. They could not be reached but a family member Wednesday confirmed that the business will not be opening this spring. Visitors to Scott's Family Resort have been concerned in recent years as reports circulated the place might close. Woodland Creek Real Estate of Hancock has a listing for the property on its website with an asking price of $6 million. This story was updated to include the real estate listing indicating the property is being offered for sale. A view inside Scott's Playhouse on Oquaga Lake in August 2014. (Photo: Bob Joseph/WNBF News) Contact WNBF News reporter Bob Joseph: bob@wnbf.com For breaking news and updates on developing stories, follow @BinghamtonNow on Twitter. Source: Scott’s Family Resort on Oquaga Lake Won’t Open This Spring Categories: Articles, Local News	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1423
__label__wiki	0.513182	0.513182	Movie Review ~ Game Night by Joe Movie Review • Tags: Billy Magnussen, Chelsea Peretti, Danny Huston, Game Night, Jason Bateman, Jesse Plemons, John Francis Daley, Jonathan Goldstein, Kyle Chandler, Kylie Bunbury, Lamorne Morris, Mark Perez, Michael C. Hall, New Line Cinema, Rachel McAdams, Sharon Horgan, Warner Brothers Synopsis: A group of friends who meet regularly for game nights find themselves trying to solve a murder mystery. Stars: Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams, Billy Magnussen, Sharon Horgan, Lamorne Morris, Kylie Bunbury, Jesse Plemons, Danny Huston, Chelsea Peretti, Michael C. Hall, Kyle Chandler Director: John Francis Daley, Jonathan Goldstein Review: Game Night is one of those movies I refer to as a Goldilocks outing. It’s not really great but not really bad, it’s decently funny but isn’t chock full of laughs, it’s more creative than it should be but still oddly formulaic. In the end, it winds up being just right – very much what the doctor ordered for those looking forward to a harmlessly pleasant night out at cinemas. Meeting and falling in love during a rousing round of bar trivia, Max (Jason Bateman, This is Where I Leave You) and Annie (Rachel McAdams, Passion) have settled into their suburban lifestyle, their ultracompetitive nature placated by a weekly game night with friends. Things are getting a bit staid, though, and when Max’s ultra-cool brother Brooks (Kyle Chandler, The Wolf of Wall Street) comes to town and offers to host game night in his new house, the group jumps at the chance to shake things up a bit. Arriving for a night they think is coordinated by Brooks, they soon find themselves mixed up in the game Brooks orchestrated and real life danger, racing around town in pursuit of kidnappers while avoiding landing in the crosshairs of a deadly criminal. Doesn’t sound like much of a comedy, right? Well, in the hands of John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein (who also directed the divisive update of Vacation) and screenwriter Mark Perez there are enough twists and turns to keep you guessing at what is part of the game and what actually is happening. Think 1997’s cool thriller The Game but not quite as clever. I have to say the movie kept my interest more than I thought it would considering it’s from “the guys that brought you Horrible Bosses.” That earlier film and its gross sequel upped the raunch factor that Game Night was wise to avoid replicating. There’s fairly little overly nasty humor here and what is present feels smartly placed as opposed to relying on cheap shocks for laughs. Sadly, one of the funniest gags involving an airplane engine was totally spoiled in the trailer. Daley and Goldstein have assembled a crack cast that brings energy to the mix. Bateman is his usually Bateman-y self but with droll McAdams as his partner in crime there’s a nice balance between his snark and her sincerity. Billy Magnussen (Into the Woods), Sharon Horgan, Lamorne Morris, and Kylie Bunbury find some funny moments as Max and Annie’s friends that bring their own baggage along for the crazy ride while Jesse Plemons (The Master) is a riot as a former friend and weird police office neighbor the group has shunned. Plemons is so note perfectly odd that he quite nearly steals the show from his cast mates. As with most movies with a mystery at its core, the film gets less interesting the more it reveals but then it pivots nicely by pulling the rug out from under you just when you think you’ve got things solved. It’s a silly film but more entertaining than you’d expect just from watching the trailers. Bound to please fans of the actors and creatives involved, the real winners of Game Night are movie-goers that check it out with their expectations set slightly lower. Movie Review ~ Early Man The Silver Bullet ~ On Chesil Beach 2 comments on “Movie Review ~ Game Night” Kelly Macik says: Jesse Plemons doesn’t receive nearly enough recognition for what a terrific actor he is. The Large Association of Movie Blogs \| Lambscores: Let’s Play Annihilation says: […] Guy (5) Keith Loves Movies (4.5) Mahan’s Media (4.5) Talkie Gazette (4) CineMarvellous! (3.5) The MN Movie Man (3.5) The Mundane Adventures of a Fangirl (3.5) Paul’s Trip to the Movies (3.5) Tinsel & […]	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1430
__label__wiki	0.700679	0.700679	Home Topics Energy & Fuel Energy & Fuel Tekoha Sauce: community fights to recover land at Itaipú Written for LAB by William Costa 'We were very happy when we lived on the banks of the Paraná River. We had our houses, we had our animals and our mint crops, which we sold on the Brazilian side of the river', says Carmen Martínez. With notable melancholy, the 84-year-old says that she does... Mexico: more than 800 socio-environmental conflicts since 2006 A project called 'Talking to Goliath' has mapped social and environmental conflicts across the length and breadth of Mexico, caused by the development, expansion or operation of mining, oil exploration and drillling, wind-power and hydroelectric projects. FLACSO Mexico, in partnership with De Montfort University, Leicester, UK has produced a detailed map of Mexico with... Brazil to build power line across indigenous land The Brazilian state of Roraima is currently dependent for 70 percent of its power on Venezuela’s Guri hydroelectric dam. But socioeconomic chaos in Venezuela, and deteriorating political relations between the two nations, have caused Brazil to fast-track a 750-kilometer transmission line to replace the imported energy.General Otávio Rêgo de Barros, using a... Belo Monte dam: conflict in the Amazon The Belo Monte dam, now under construction in the Amazon, is heralded as an abundant power source for Brazil’s burgeoning economy. But critics contend the project’s benefits are outweighed by the environmental and social costs. In a Yale Environment 360 video report, Charles Lyons explores both sides of this controversial project. Full video... The Battle of Belo Monte On 12 January 2014, TV Folha broadcast a special programme 'The Battle of Belo Monte' a live reporting of the largest and most controversial infrastructure project of the Lula and Dilma governments. This video is a compilation of the three sections of the programme: The Construction Site, Altamira and People Affected. In December, a 2013 a special... Costs: local people speak about the impact of hydroelectric dams on their communities and surroundings As a response to the current investment in large hydroelectric dams as a foundation for Brazil's 'sustainable' economic growth, 'Costs' addresses the impacts these projects have caused on both the environment and people. Director Marilene Ribeiro surveys three hydro schemes that happen at different times in Brazil (past - the Sobradinho dam, present -... The ashes of Belo Monte The massive destruction of forest to make way for the Belo Monte dam and associated roads, reservoir and channels. Video: Repórter Brasil 2015 (in Portuguese) Ecuador: I’m a defender of the forest, which gives us life, energy and strength The struggle of an indigenous Amazonian people in defence of their rights and the land on which they live, in Sarayaku, Ecuador -- against the oil companies, the military and the government. Video: in Kichwa and Spanish, with English subtitles. 2017 Ecuador: ‘Crudo’ – film about the fight against Chevron Film. Crudo ('Crude oil'). Directed by Joe Berlinger. Red Envelope & Entendre Films. 1hr 44mins. 2009. English subtitles. Ecuador: the Kichwa people of Sarayaku vs the government and the oil companies A few years ago, the Ecuadorian government gave an oil company permission to drill for oil on land belonging to the Sarayaku Indigenous Community. The Sarayaku were never consulted and they have been fighting the decision ever since. This film shows them take their struggle to the highest regional court in the...	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1450
__label__wiki	0.92105	0.92105	Alaska Man Who Allegedly Recorded Himself Murdering Woman Indicted in Second Murder by Alberto Luperon \| 10:38 am, October 18th, 2019 A murder defendant in Alaska has confessed to another homicide, according to the state’s Department of Law. Brian Steven Smith, 48, now has to answer for the deaths of two women. He was indicted in the second alleged murder on Thursday. Smith admitted to Anchorage police that he fatally shot a woman between 2017 and 2018, authorities said. He told them the whereabouts of the remains. According to investigators, Alaska troopers had already found a skull near that location earlier this year. The individual had sustained a gunshot wound and authorities said they were able to determine her identity using dental records. The victim was named Thursday as Veronica Abouchuk, 53. At the time of his confession, Smith had just been arrested in the murder the murder of another woman, authorities said. Cops claimed that they got information about a possible homicide caught on video. Cops said a woman gave them an SD card she claimed to have discovered on the street in the Fairview neighborhood of Alaska, according to an affidavit reported by The Anchorage Daily News. This was labeled “homicide at midtown Marriott.” It featured 12 videos and 39 images showing a man murdering a naked woman, police said. The killer strangled her, yelled at her to die, and stomped on her throat, authorities claimed. he allegedly laughed sometimes during the act, according to KTVA. Smith was recognized in the video because of his “English-sounding accent.” The defendant is a South African national. The victim has been identified as Kathleen Henry, 30. Henry’s remains were reportedly found at mile 108 of the Seward Highway in Alaska. That was on Oct. 2. Smith was arrested six days later. Investigators said they identified Smith from another investigation. Both victims were described as Alaskan native women. Smith pleaded not guilty through his public defender on Wednesday in Henry’s murder. His arraignment in the second death is scheduled for Monday. [Image via KTVA screengrab] Brian Steven Smith	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1456
__label__cc	0.595889	0.404111	Preview: Chris Garrick/ John Etheridge By ljazzn on 31 March 2010 • ( 1 Comment ) Jane Stringfellow is looking forward to the launch of Chris Garrick and John Etheridge’s new CD Men on Wire (Flying Blue Whale Records) at Pizza on the Park on Wednesday April 7th Men on Wire, the title of Chris Garrick and John Etheridge ’s new album, was inspired by the high-wire walker Philippe Petit, who danced on a wire between New York’s Twin Towers. The daring of the title is evident in the music. Two men improvising on wire strings to create a sound that is both, spare and visceral, reflective and lyrical. This is a well-produced album – when I listened I felt as if they were in the room. Chris Garrick is a leading jazz violinist. John Etheridge is a jazz guitarist who defies categorisation, having played with so many from Grappelli to Soft Machine. They have produced many excellent albums together and yet still manage to surprise. The set on this album ranges from classic jazz standards: Blue Moon, Let’s Fall in Love to pop tunes, Peter Gabriel’s Mercy Street and Burt Bacherach’s Alfie. They bring something new to each tune. There are a couple of Garrick’s own compositions, including Undecided– an exciting combination of John’s urgent improvisation and Garrick’s warmest sounds. A joyful version of Adbulllah Ibrahims’s Msunduza is underpinned by Garrick’s pizzicato and Etheridge’s evident affinity for African rhythm. Garrick’s range is particularly well expressed on the poignant theme tune from Clint Eastwood’s 2008 film Gran Torino. Men on Wire features two musicians who clearly enjoy both their collaborations and the opportunity to push boundaries. They play Pizza On the Park on April 7th . Expect, above all, the unexpected. RIP Herb Ellis Review: Abdullah Ibrahim’s Ekaya Mark Ramsden says: Having had the good fortune to have played many times with Mr John Etheridge I wish I could have made this gig – the energy rush, the good vibes on stage and off, the virtuosity, the willingness to try some thing new at an age (over 21) when many are grumpy old traditionalists. As he loves gigging you'll be able to catch him live somewhere soon, or indeed, check this CD out.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1481
__label__cc	0.603238	0.396762	lost greek plays performing the fragments of ancient dramas A new play by Aristophanes! Some Further Reading Texts for Performance Why Fragments? The theoretical, critical and, in general, not-for-performance texts on this page are pdf files (except for The Satyr-Play(-Like) where the link takes you to the text as published in Didaskalia-The Journal for Ancient Performance): left click to open in a new window or right click to download these pdfs. There are also links to the video of a lecture on staging ancient Greek tragedy today. PLAYING (WITH) FRAGMENTS This text explores the question: what is the potential of ancient fragmentary plays for theatrical performance today? This really involves two related questions. Firstly, how, in practical terms, can such (often scanty) vestiges be performed? Secondly, what is the broader cultural significance of the attempt to perform them. (Playing (With) Fragments draws a comparison with performance of the fragments of ancient Greek music, so here’s a link to the work of Stefan Hagel where you can follow that topic up). HOW TO WRITE A GREEK TRAGEDY An account of the conventions governing Greek tragedy and, more broadly, of the sense of theatre embodied in it. This text does not focus on fragments, but provides background and context. THE SATYR-PLAY-(LIKE?) The Satyr-Play-(Like) A detailed account of all the phases of reconstruction of Aeschylus’ lost Isthmiastai (At the Isthmian Games) and of the discoveries made about the genre of the satyr play in the process. (For the text of the play, go to Texts for Performance.) THE NIOBE PROJECT An account of a four week long project in which two groups of students were given the task of creating a play about Niobe based on or inspired by and incorporating (most of) the fragments they had been given; in the case of one group these were the fragments of Aeschylus’ lost Niobe and in the case of the other group they were the fragments of Sophocles’ lost play Niobe. LOOKING IN THE MIRROR OF THE PAST (VIDEO) This is a lecture I gave at the Athens Centre in October 2012 about the various issues involved in staging ancient Greek tragedy today. The IDEA of TRAGEDY? Actually, this image is ‘cheating’. It’s from an outdoor dance performance I directed, part of a multi-media event, ‘An Evocation of the Apocalypse,’ for the 10th Festival of Religious Music, Patmos, Greece, 2010. (Music: Bruno Libert and Diane Sutherland. Vocals: Diane Sutherland. Design: Maria Pesmazoglou. Video: Giannis Nikolaou. Dancers: Giorgos Tsombanidis (pictured) and Raphaela Petrai.) I just like the way the balcony (top right) suggests a ‘looking down on’ – but with no one there! All texts available through this site are copyright of Anthony Stevens, except where other authorship is indicated. You are free to make appropriate use of any of these texts (except 'The Satyr-Play(-Like)' and 'Austerity - a long-lost play by Aristophanes'), in whole or in part, provided you acknowledge both the author(s) and the address of this site. silenosbooks@gmail.com All images in this site are copyright of Maria Pesmazaglou, with whom I have collaborated on many play productions: http:mpvisualarts.wordpress.com Performing Fragments	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1482
__label__cc	0.524928	0.475072	Luma shines at IES Awards Luma Staff To win just one of Illuminating Engineering Society’s Annual Illumination Awards is a prestigious honor, but to win three? That is beyond an honor! Luma walked away with three Awards of Merit for their lighting design on the Knight Cancer Research Building (KCRB), the Stott Center and Viking Pavilion, and the Confidential Venture Capital Firm at IES’s 46th Annual Illumination Awards. The accolades go beyond public recognition and provide an opportunity for designers to show the world their signature style and originality in lighting design. For over 100 years, IES has been known as an authority on illumination by its ability to communicate information on all aspects of lighting practice to the lighting community. The awards recognize individuals for their professionalism, ingenuity, and knowledge of lighting and design excellence. This year’s Awards Gala was held at the Omni Louisville Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky during the three-day annual conference and hosted about 25,000 attendees. Beyond being LEED Platinum certified, KCRB was designed to end cancer as we know it. Luma worked with the project team to create a space that would not only work for researchers trying to cure cancer, but also one that allowed them to showcase their in-depth design knowledge and application expertise. To announce the building entrance, Luma concealed lighting within the building structure so that it would reflect off the upper soffit to provide a warm and inviting lobby. A hallmark of the design is a sawtooth façade that offers a lantern of colors indicating the various types of cancer being researched within the labs. The client of the Confidential Venture Capital Firm wanted a smart, upbeat, and confident space that would be comfortable in its interplay of warm materials and light. Luma designers focused on a disciplined and sensitive approach to integrate the lighting with a minimalist approach without losing any of the warmth of the materials. The space breathes with light emanating from veiled, locations: concealed uplights, ceiling reveals, and screens are all seamlessly blended into the architecture of the space. Where the fixtures stand out, they become statement pieces with the purpose of being pivotal points and moments in space. Originally built in 1966, Portland State University Stott Viking Pavilion, home to the athletic, health, and physical education programs, needed a facelift. Luma helped the building undergo a radical metamorphosis from an imposing brick building to a sustainable and energetic student event space. They designed daylit circulation concourses, study spaces, and social areas to be paired with highly integrated electric lighting and lighting control systems to provide a balanced, luminous experience from the inside-out. The arena space lighting was specifically engineered to provide a glare-free experience for players and spectators as well as accommodating science fairs and graduation events. What once was a campus deficiency has now evolved into a key recruiting feature for the college. Luma is honored to be recognized and would like to congratulate fellow Award of Merit winners: Gallegos Lighting Design for their work on DreamWorks Animation Zone, Rushing for their design for Stratus Tower, and ALULA Lighting Design for their work on the Capital One Headquarters. Since the Illumination Awards are not based on a competition, but by peer recognition, we would like to thank everyone who believed in our work! 48 Golden Gate Avenue 1501 East Madison Street ©2020 Luma, all rights reserved. Sitemap Follow: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1483
__label__wiki	0.690988	0.690988	Tag Archives: crikey The Apocalypticon ~ US oh God, new bacteria, Serial’s Syed, Estonian DNA 7th Apr 2018 Mark Webster 1 Comment Facebook exec who wrote terrorism and death are ‘justified‘ by Facebook’s ‘growth’ says he was just trying to be ‘provocative‘. Andrew Bosworth wrote in an internal company memo that said Facebook may be used to coordinate terrorist attacks and that it might cause deaths from bullying, but that those effects were justified in the name of corporate growth. [Not the best deployment of social capital, then.] But Facebook’s fake news problems extend far beyond Russian trolls interfering in US elections. Overseas, false stories have turned into tools of political warfare – most notably in Myanmar, where government forces have carried out a campaign of ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya. Even Zuckerberg admits that’s a ‘real’ issue. [Big of him, or what?] But wait there’s more: a week after Apple CEO Cook said “some well-crafted regulation is necessary ” in light of the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal and that Apple was better off than Facebook because it doesn’t sell user data to advertisers, Facebook’s CEO decried Tim Cook as being ‘glib‘. Ah, companies that make money from your personal information … Last year, Google announced some upgrades to Chrome, by far the world’s most used browser – and the one security pros often recommend. The company promised to make internet surfing on Windows computers even “cleaner” and “safer” adding what The Verge called “basic antivirus features.” What Google did was give its browser the ability was scanning files in the Documents folder of Windows computers. [I’ve said it before, and it seems like I’ll be saying it again and again: Google makes money from your personal data. Why would you trust it? Or its Gmail, for that matter.] So, Google should be trusted to build AI for killer drones, right? The US Army describes how it’s working to make a battlefield network of machines and humans a reality. [And there Commander in Chief is …] Richard Stallman, the president of the Free Software Foundation, says that the surveillance imposed on us today is ‘worse than in the Soviet Union’. He argues that we need laws to stop this data being collected in the first place. Security guru Bruce Schneier warns that “thousands of companies” are spying on us and manipulating us for profit. [Did you ever think what ‘the Information Age’ was really going to lead to?] So, are you being hacked? Here’s how to tell. In other US news, Illinois is dealing with an outbreak of synthetic weed that makes its users bleed from their eyes and ears. Deaths in the us from synthetic opioids doubled from 2015 to 2016. And eating out a lot might disrupt your hormones. [And I thought phthalates was exercise for people who lisp.] ‘Nightmare bacteria’ with unusual resistance to antibiotics of last resort were found more than 200 times in the United States last year in a first-of-a-kind hunt to see how much of a threat these rare cases are becoming, health officials said this week. Hey, at least it’s also the new era of Super Gonorrhoea! Cellphones might kill too — A pair of studies by the US National Toxicology Program found “clear evidence” that exposure to radiation caused heart tumors in male rats, and found “some evidence” that it caused tumors in the brains of male rats. [And that’s why I won’t let my rats have smartphones.] Is there any good news? I take heart that Adnan Syed, the man whose murder conviction became the subject of the wildly popular Serial podcast, was granted a new trial by Maryland’s second-highest court of appeals last week, although whether that actually happens is still in limbo. Oh, and the jury’s still out on whether the Estonian governments program that aims to collect the DNA of 100,000 of its 1.3 million residents to then offer them lifestyle and health advice based on their genetics is a good thing or not. Excerpt from my forthcoming book: On calling in the army after a disaster to ‘control looting and maintain order’: “It’s interesting that the panic myth is so persistent. Think about news reports you have seen: flooding swamps a community and emergency services respond, and of course they are extremely helpful and proficient, but almost inevitably they arrive to find people towing the disabled on boats, helping fill sandbags and passing around supplies.” crikeyEstonian DNAgrimacehelpnew bacteriaSerial's SyedThe ApocalypticonUS oh God	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1494
__label__wiki	0.846879	0.846879	Tag Archives: Nazis The Apocalypticon ~ Asia, hunger, Facebook, privacy, Russian internet, measles, Mexico, Nazis, asteroid, military spending, real news, fake meat 5th May 2019 Mark Webster Hungry brains — The brain consumes a disproportionately large percentage of a person’s daily energy intake, suggesting cognitive function is tied to nutrition. In countries such as India where many children live below the poverty line, food insecurity – limited access to sufficient safe and nutritious food at home – may reduce children’s learning ability. Scientists in India and the UK warn that food insecurity negatively impacts the learning ability of adolescents in India, with almost half of Indian teens suffering from hunger. PepsiCo Inc has sued four Indian farmers for cultivating a potato variety that the snack food and drinks maker claims infringes its patent. [There’s your moral rectitude right there.] Smoking is pervasive and on the rise in Asia, according to an investigation spanning 20 prospective cohort studies from mainland China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and India. [So if big corporations can’t help starve people to death, give them lung cancer?] Facebook — Facebook has announced it is banning a number of far-right political figures on its platforms, including InfoWars founder Alex Jones, former Breitbart editor Milo Yiannopolous, and InfoWars contributor Paul Joseph Watson, among a host of others. Leaked internal emails from Facebook had previously described Jones as a “hate figure,” which led users to wonder why he hadn’t been banned sooner. [Zuckerberg hasn’t been banned, though.] Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg reckons privacy is now important. He says he’s committed to turning his company around. Onstage at Facebook’s F8 developer conference, the chief executive said that privacy will be the defining pillar of his social network’s sprawling empire going forward. [Entire world lols. Yeah we all totally trust you, Mark.] So will he quit? If Zuckerberg wants to prove just how serious Facebook is about guarding user privacy, though, he should it prove it by announcing he’s quitting, says Phillip Michaels. The dead may outnumber the living on Facebook within 50 years — New analysis by academics from the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) [no, not Oxford Analytica] , part of the University of Oxford, predicts the dead may outnumber the living on Facebook within fifty years, a trend that will have grave implications for how we treat our digital heritage in the future. [So Zuck’s real challenge may be how to make a mint from dead people’s privacy.] Around the world: Russia wants its own internet — Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed into law new measures that would enable the creation of a Russian national network, able to operate separately from the rest of the world. For now, the network remains largely theoretical though, with few practical details disclosed. Measles leads to cruise ship quarantine — A cruise ship with nearly 300 passengers and crew was ordered quarantined in the Caribbean port of St. Lucia after a case of measles was confirmed on board, island health officials said Wednesday. US/Mexican border DNA tests — The US Department of Homeland Security will start using Rapid DNA tests on some asylum seekers at the US–Mexico border next week. The tests are intended to determine whether adults and children who are travelling together are actually family members. Meanwhile, giant tent structures have been erected in Texas to serve as short-term detention facilities to process a huge influx of families and unaccompanied minors from Central America arriving at the US-Mexico border. Lost to Nazis — A Jewish family has lost a 15-year legal battle to recover a painting stolen by Nazis during World War II. Global military spending is continuing to increase — It has grown for the second year in a row and reaching the highest levels since reliable global figures became available in 1988. That’s the finding of a new report out by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. Total spending is up 76% from the post-Cold War low in 1998. Asteroid threat — An asteroid slammed down and did away with all the dinosaurs, paving the way for such developments as the human race, capitalism, and posting on the internet: it’s the story we all know and love. Yet if things had shaken out differently – if the asteroid had stayed in its place, and the dinosaurs allowed to proceed with their business – what would things have looked like?Asteroid threat exercise — NASA, FEMA and other national and international agencies are once again gearing up for a hypothetical asteroid impact preparedness scenario. They hope to learn the best strategies for responding to a potential strike, starting from the moment a threatening asteroid is first detected by astronomers. Biodegradeable plastic bags now biodegrading — Plastic bags that claim to be biodegradable were still intact and able to carry shopping three years after being exposed to the natural environment, a study has found. [‘Compostable’ bags were better, though.] In good news — In the future, we were promised flying cars and fake meat. While the flying car part hasn’t panned out, fake meat appears poised to make inroads in even Americans’ lives, particularly through fast foods. And in the process, it could end up being a big deal for the planet. [If you honestly want to make a difference, why don’t you consider dropping one meat meal a week?] AsiaasteroidFacebookfake meathungermeaslesMexicomilitary spendingNazisprivacyreal newsRussian internetThe Apocalypticon Apple-Nokia, malware, lost devices, Nazis, Workflow, biking tracker 16th Dec 2014 Mark Webster An iPhone projected onto the ceiling of the oldest building in Amsterdam (it was started nearly 1000 years ago) as part of an art installation. This is the church where Rembrandt married; his wife Saskia is buried under a flagstone here. Apple poised to overtake Nokia in mobile phone sales after 26% iPhone surge in Q3 — Handset heavyweight Nokia could cede its position as the second-largest mobile phone vendor in the world to Apple as soon as the fourth quarter of this year, as an iPhone 6-powered sales spike has pushed the Cupertino company to near-parity with the Finnish giant, according to the latest research from Gartner. Massive, sophisticated “Inception – Cloud Atlas” malware infects Windows and Android but can’t exploit Apple’s iOS unless on jailbroken iDevices — A vast and sophisticated new espionage campaign targeting “military, diplomats, and business execs,” discovered by Blue Coat Labs and confirmed by Kaspersky Labs, exploits flaws in Microsoft Windows and seeks to infect Android, Blackberry and iOS devices, but is limited to only infecting iPhones and iPads that are jailbroken. How to help a Good Samaritan return your lost iPhone, iPad, or Mac — You know it could happen some day: you might lose your iPhone, iPad or laptop. This will raise your chances of getting it back. Nazi tracker app for German iPhone — Activists are turning to apps to help track the extremist movement and ensure it doesn’t evolve into something more dangerous. An app named Berlin Gegen Nazis (Berlin Against Nazis), shares the same name as the anti-Nazi movement and is expected to be released on iPhone very soon. How to build your own apps with Workflow for iPhone and iPad — Workflow is a cool new app for the iPhone and iPad that lets you automate actions that otherwise would be tedious, or even impossible without other apps. You can even save your workflows so they show up on your Home screen just like any other app. Read on to learn how to build your own apps in Workflow. KappoBike wants to make ride tracking fun and turn data into better cycle lanes too — The KappoBike cycling app for Android and iOS tracks rides and encourages cycling with a fun leader board of app users — and sells aggregate data to city authorities to help them plan and improve cycling facilities. Apple-Nokiabiking trackerlost devicesmalwareNazisWorkflow	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1495
__label__wiki	0.936603	0.936603	London Transit Commission looking for 20% more from London city council The cost to run London’s public transit system in future years is a looming budget bomb, a skyrocketing price tag that one politician and transit commissioner predicts will get a “really rough ride” at council. London Transit riders at Masonville Place in London, Ont. on Monday August 27, 2018. (Derek Ruttan/The London Free Press) After earlier warnings of a significant funding crunch, the London Transit Commission (LTC) reviewed next year’s operating budget, hearing it’ll take a 20 per cent funding boost from city hall to balance the books. And that’s with a 15 per cent hike to bus fares in 2020. Ward 4 Coun. Jesse Helmer, who serves on the transit commission, called the increase “very steep.” LTC’s base budget is expected to balloon by more than 15 per cent. “I think we’re going to have to find some way to smooth the curve,” he said of the skyrocketing operating budget. “I think it’s going to have a very difficult time at council.” The total budget – which includes a base amount of funding that’s required to keep the “status quo” plus the cost of another 18,000 new bus service hours, to be covered by assessment growth – is pegged at $88.2 million. So, what’s driving up the cost? Missing gas tax funding – London was anticipating an extra $10 million from Queen’s Park – takes the biggest bite out of the budget. A planned doubling of provincial gas tax funding, which would have bumped London’s allocation to about $21 million per year, was cancelled by Doug Ford’s Progressive Conservatives. But local decisions, such as delaying two fare hikes for customers in previous years, were another culprit. London Transit already feeling loss of gas tax increase London falls short in funding its transit service, data show Councillor pushes to reinstate discounted senior bus tickets Smart cards fully ready for London bus riders – finally Higher insurance premiums and ongoing issues requiring early bus engine replacements also played a role, LTC general manager Kelly Paleczny told the commission. “We’ve really got two sources (of funding besides gas tax). We’ve got fares, and we’ve got the City of London,” she said. “Pretty much, we’re sharing between our two options.” Helmer said delaying two previous fare increases was “the right thing to be doing,” but now bus riders will have to help share the rising price. “Costs are going up, and everyone who is contributing to the cost of transit probably needs to be paying a little bit more each year.” Paleczny also said LTC and city staff are looking at options to cushion the blow for taxpayers, including re-allocating federal gas tax funding. Raising fares even higher isn’t recommended because of the expected loss of riders when the cost to take the bus jumps too swiftly. She said there are “viable options” that leave her hopeful, but added she “can’t promise we’re going to find a solution.” If council refuses to accept the operating budget, the commission will be forced to cut service, she said. Putting buses on the road and maintaining them eats up about 92 per cent of that budget. The commission voted 3-1 to approve the early operating budget, with Coun. Phil Squire opposed. He said he couldn’t vote in favour before hearing the results of negotiations with city staff about how that budget will impact the tax levy. “I feel like I’m in a bind until that happens.” mstacey@postmedia.com twitter.com/MeganatLFPress Q and A: New Thames Valley District school board boss Mark...  Canada Life's London rooftop abuzz with environment project	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1501
__label__wiki	0.675586	0.675586	Switch to Libro.fm Find an Audiobook Bookseller Recommendations Libro.fm Bestsellers Audiobook Clubs Sale Audiobooks Find Your Bookstore Working with Authors Bookstore Champions Corporate/Bulk Purchasing Libro.fm Gear Support & Help Center Have a Gift or Promo Code? Author Events New Bookstore Champions New Redeem a Gift/Promo Code Have a Gift or Promo Code? Get Started Get for Free with Membership The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Lord of Misrule By Simon Barnard Narrated by Alexander Vlahos & Davd Menkin / 34 minutes England, 1964. Dorian Gray and the Hedonists are touring the country when they come up against a band of Rockers – The Gravediggers – led by the mysterious Otto. But what is the secret behind the rockers’ experimental sound? And will the violence spreading across the country ever stop? Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains adult material and is not suitable for younger listeners. Almost ready! 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Taking a much-needed trip to the coast, Dorian finds himself intrigued by two old men playing a peculiar game of chess along the pier. However, it isn’t long before he finds himself caught up in a long-standing family feud, and becomes embroiled in a far greater game… Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains adult material... Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - Murder on 81st Street By: David Llewellyn Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Sarah Douglas New York, 1939. Running into his old friend Dorothy Parker on the street, Dorian finds himself accompanying her to the opening of an antiquities exhibition. But when one of the guests is murdered, Dorian and Dorothy have no choice but to find the killer before their culprit has a chance to strike again… Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray... Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Picture of Loretta Delphine By: Gary Russell Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Katharine Mangold Florida, 2012. Summoned by the daughter of an old friend, Dorian finds himself confronted by the actions of his past… and a familiar picture that holds a dreadful secret. But can he stop history from repeating itself, or is it already far too late? Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains adult material and is not suitable for younger... Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - Running Away With You Scott Handcock By: Scott Handcock Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Lalla Ward Kew, 1879. On the verge of adulthood, the sudden arrival of a forbidding housekeeper makes Dorian Gray’s life a living hell… Kew, 2012. Now converted into flats, Dorian’s family home has become a very real hell for his latest tenants, and the memories of his childhood are finally catching up with him… Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains... Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Prime of Deacon Brodie Roy Gill By: Roy Gill Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Daniel Brocklebank Edinburgh, 1920. Seizing upon the possibility of a reunion with his closest comrade from the trenches, Dorian arrives in the capital city of Scotland on Halloween! Guisers are out in force, disapproving gentlemen walk the streets… and a sinister department store has a great deal more on offer than it might initially advertise. The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Fallen King of Britain Joseph Lidster By: Joseph Lidster Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & David Blackwell London, 2007. Dorian Gray is living the high life. But when his workmates start to die in their sleep, and he starts to dream about those he's lost, Dorian discovers that the higher your place in society, the further you have to fall... Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains adult material and is not suitable for younger listeners. Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Heart That Lives Alone Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Hugh Skinner Whitby, 1986. At a masked soiree on the Royal Crescent, Dorian meets the elusive and enigmatic Tobias Matthews: a man he is instantly drawn to... but also a man with dangerous secrets. Has Dorian Gray finally met his match? The Confessions of Dorian Gray - This World Our Hell Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Steffan Rhodri Paris, 1900. One of Dorian Gray's oldest friends is on his deathbed, locked away in a room at the notorious Hotel D'Alsace, where he is fighting a duel to the death. And when Dorian comes to visit him one last time, both men realise they may never be allowed to check out… Note: The Confessions of Dorian Gray contains adult material and is not... Read More » The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Twittering of Sparrows Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Katy Manning Singapore, 1956. A simple game of mahjong exposes Dorian to a whole pantheon of ancient demons. But why is he actually visiting Pulau Ujong? And what is his connection to the mysterious Isadora Rigby? Simon Barnard By: Simon Barnard Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Davd Menkin The Confessions of Dorian Gray - The Houses In Between By: Scott Harrison Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos & Lorna Rose Harris London, 1940. As German bombs begin to fall, Dorian's past starts catching up with him. Something is gathering in the rubble-strewn streets of the capital: something dark, malevolent and all too familiar. Something with a score to settle... The Confessions of Dorian Gray - Ghosts of Christmas Past Tony Lee By: Tony Lee Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos, Nicholas Briggs & Rupert Young Length: 1 hour 3 minutes Christmas, 1912. The funeral of an old friend brings Dorian back to London. But when his painting is stolen, Dorian is blackmailed into committing a terrible murder. Only one man can help him: a retired consulting detective named Sherlock Holmes... the man he has to kill. The Confessions of Dorian Gray Series 03 James Goss, David Llewellyn, Roy Gill, Gary Russell, Xanna Eve Chown, Cavan Scott & Scott Handcock By: James Goss, David Llewellyn, Roy Gill, Gary Russell, Xanna Eve Chown, Cavan Scott & Scott Handcock Narrated by: Alexander Vlahos, Tracey Childs & Hugh Skinner Inspired by Oscar Wilde's classic story of hedonism and corruption, The Confessions of Dorian Gray imagines a world where Dorian Gray was real, and his friendship with Oscar Wilde once spawned the notorious novel. 1. Blank Canvas by James Goss Two years after the death of Dorian Gray, his home is broken into… but the intruders aren’t expecting... Read More » Author Simon Barnard Narrator Alexander Vlahos & Davd Menkin Publisher Big Finish Productions Libro.fm Rank #113,205 Overall Genre Rank #3,808 in Fantasy Get Updates from Libro.fm Sign up for audiobook recommendations and 20% off your first purchase. 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__label__cc	0.650094	0.349906	Parent Videos Guiding youth to lead healthy and safe lives. Student Programs Overview Human Growth & Development Pregnancy & STD Prevention Parents/Trusted Adults Information For Schools & Camps Bullying Prevention Resources Healthy Relationships Resources Human Growth & Development Resources Pregnancy & STD Prevention Resources Kids First on Fox59 Stats & Numbers Welcome to Social Health Association: Board and Staff Update We are so excited to introduce some of our talented Board and staff. Scroll down to learn more about our amazing team members. You can also follow us on Facebook to see weekly SHA Spotlights of Board and staff profiles. Jeff Wilson, CPA, CMA, CFM, SHA Board Jeff is the Director of Finance, Audit Services at Eli Lilly and Company. He also served as SHA’s Board President from 2015-2017 and is on the Executive and Audit and Finance Committees. Jeff and his wife have two daughters and a son and enjoy spending time at the IMA, Zoo and Children’s Museum. Working with SHA, Jeff hopes to further the SHA mission and meet the needs of every audience we serve including youth, parents, educators, administrators, and funders. Jeff also serves on the Finance Committee of the St. Jude Roman Catholic Church parish and as a member of the International Outreach Council for IU Kelley School of Business Alumni Association. LeRoy Lewis, III, MBA, SHA Board LeRoy is Manager of Provider Experience at Eskenazi Medical Group and SHA’s Second Vice President. He also serves as Program and Evaluation Committee incoming Chair. LeRoy is an Indianapolis native who enjoys all Indy sporting events and spending time with his wife and son. He is passionate about the work Social Health Association does because “we give young people real-world knowledge about subjects that most parents are hesitant to share. Kids need to hear the truth and we are able to assist parents in getting their children the truth.” LeRoy also serves on the boards of March of Dimes, IndyHub and Indianapolis Black Expo. Lun Kham Pieper, JD, SHA Board Lun is the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and Burmese Outreach Director at the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. She also serves on SHA’s Board of Directors and is on the Program and Evaluation Committee. Lun is passionate about SHA’s work in the community because of our dedication to serving youth from all communities and is really excited that SHA programs teach everyone – including the often underserved immigrant populations. Lun enjoys spending time with her husband and nine-year-old son. Abbe Shapiro, MSW, Director of Programs & Evaluation In 2011, Abbe earned her Master’s in Social Work, with a concentration in Organizational Leadership, from Indiana University. She gained national recognition for creating innovative programs that improved health outcomes for underserved communities in Indianapolis, and local recognition for strengthening community partnerships. Prior to joining Social Health Association, Abbe worked for the National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors to create an online toolkit that assists agencies in creating HIV Linkage to Care Programs. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the Indiana Health Advocacy Coalition and Circle City Derby Girls. Abbe recently was recognized at the Indiana Public Health Celebration and Hulman Awards. She received a Hulman Health Achievement Award for developing, implementing and evaluating the Indianapolis-based Linkage to Care (L2C) Program to provide systems of care for people living with HIV. Hannah Saeger Karnei, BS, Marketing & Development Assistant Hannah graduated from Virginia Tech in 2014 with her Bachelors in Human Development and a concentration in Human Services. 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__label__cc	0.717102	0.282898	More Cowbell--A Rays Blog I got a fever, and the only prescription is…A blog about YOUR Tampa Bay Rays. About raysfanboy Tagged: Cleveland Indians Rays Streakin’ Heading into Break We’re Streakin’!!!! I don’t know how today’s game will go. What I do know is that over the course of July, the Rays have been playing as well as they have all season long. And that is saying something. FLEX SCHEDULE Heading into Interleague play, back in June, the Rays sat with a supberb record of 32-12. They were 20 games over .500 and playing the best baseball in the league. They were the talk of the league and considered a shoo-in for the playoffs. Then disaster hit. The Rays became human. They started to lose at a Devil Rays-esque pace. Over the course of 30 games the Rays won only 12, falling out of first place in the AL East, out of the wildcard spot in the AL, and into the spot they finished in last season: 3rd. It was heartbreaking. Then something weird happened. FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT!! In the final game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, BJ Upton pulled a, well, BJ Upton, and loafed after a ball in the gap. After being called out by Evan Longoria on his lack of hustle, BJ threw a temper tantrum. Upton was removed from the starting lineup for the next handful of games, something that BJ and manager Joe Maddon said was because of injury, but the rest of the fans with any baseball acumen knew was an unpublished suspension. And the Rays took off. BACK ON PACE Since the fight, the Rays have gone 9-3 against some of the better competition in the league, the Minnesota Twins and Boston Red Sox, and a team they SHOULD beat, the Cleveland Cav-, um, Indians. A win today will move the Rays to 54-34, right back to where they were about a little over a month ago. 20 games over .500 again. They would have the second best record in the AL and (possibly) get to within 1 game of first place, behind the New York Yankees. Jeff Nieman is on the mound today. He is 16-4 since last July. Pitchers cannot be much better than he has been the last year. The Cleveland Indians are, well, a team that is on the downturn, let’s say. 20 games over .500 would look pretty good going into a mid-season rest. How much longer could this streak of good play go? We’ll see… Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 6 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Indians, indians, Jeff Nieman, Joe Maddon, More Cowbell, New York Yankees, rays, red sox, streakin, tampa bay rays, yankees Gradin’ the Tradin’: Part II The first post I put out a few days ago was only to rate the trades that occurred on Friday, the trading deadline day. However, I got a few e-mails asking me why I left out one trade or the other. They got me to thinking….why NOT go through the notable trades from the trading deadline and just before? I enjoyed arguing with some of you through comments and e-mail about what you thought of some of the trades. Good times… This post might be more for me than anybody since I LOVE trades and how they affect teams. I think they are something that is utilized by baseball better than any other sport and is part of the reason why this game is so grand. Again, I’m primarily looking at the team that is the bigger part of the deal, though in some cases I grade both teams. So without further adieu….here is part deux. Deal: Reds trade Edwin Encarcion et al to the Blue Jays for Scott Rolen Analysis: It seemed that Encarnacion never really got it going in Cincinnati. He hit a load of dingers last year, but the average the last few years was never really what Dusty Baker wanted (.209 in 2009). I don’t see him being the 3B of the future for the Jays, unfortunately. However, from what I’ve read about the two young pitchers who were also sent to the Jays, the real value might be there. These two pitchers might make an impact on Toronto this season, which would make the Jays winners here. The Reds get an aging 3B who might be able to help out a little next year. While the Reds play in a strong offensive park, the fact is that Rolen is 34 and has seen his best years pass him by. Grade: Reds–C+ Jays–B+ Deal: Jerry Hairston, Jr. to the Yankees for a Single-A catcher Analysis: This just doesn’t seem like a big deal to me. Of course, the Rays are notorious for making the “not a big deal” trades that end up getting them a bunch of wins. Maybe the Yankees have been taking notes. They already went into the Rays’ playbook to make a deal for Eric Hinske earlier in the year, after all. Hairston, Jr. has speed and versatility. For those reasons he might be a nice guy to have on a team. A National League team. I don’t see him helping the Yanks out too much. Then again, New York didn’t give up much, either. Deal: Brewers deal to get Claudio Vargas from the Dodgers Analysis: The Brewers needed a starter. A good starter. They needed somebody to help them contend with the Cubs, Cardinals, and, suddenly, the Astros. Instead they dealt for a bullpen guy in LA who they actually had not that long ago and dumped because of his ineffectiveness. They didn’t give up much, but they didn’t get much, either. Deal: Cubs get John Grabow and Tom Gorzelanny from Pirates Analysis: This is a case where I think both teams won out. The Pirates got a young hurler in Kevin Hart and a strong piece of the bullpen in Jose Ascanio. The Cubs needed a starter in Gorzelanny (he’ll start this week) to fill in for Ted Lilly and they needed a strong lefty in the ‘pen in Grabow who will take the place of the Tommy John-bit Neal Cotts. Grabow will complement Sean Marshall in the bullpen and add some stability to a shakey group. Grade: A for both teams (especially because of the mad kung fu skills of Gorzelanny) Deal: Royals get Josh Anderson from the Tigers Analysis: This guy was got for cash. That’s it. Typically these deals are non-issues. This one fits in with that characterization. So why are we talking about it? Grade: Who cares? Deal: The Giants get Freddy Sanchez from the Pirates Analysis: The Pirates are becoming to be old hat in these trade discussions. With that said, the Bucs are doing the right thing. Sanchez was scheduled to make $8 mill next year. That’s too rich for a team with so many holes. I was hoping that the Rays would get this guy–he’s one of my faves–so that they could move Ben Zobrist’s rocket arm and huge bat to right field. Alas, not to be. This move will probably lead to the Giants releasing Rich Aurelia and his salary. Sanchez will help the Giants. The Pirates got a pitcher in Tim Alderson who will help them–in the future. Deal: Phillies land Cliff Lee from Indians Analysis: C’mon, do we have to talk about this one? I was hoping the Rays might get active here, and they were, but not as active as the Series champs. They got Lee, gave up some guys they’ll miss, and promptly saw him throw a complete game shutout. ‘Nuff said. Deal: Mariners get Jack Wilson from Pirates for a bunch o’ guys Analysis: The M’s got the shortstop they had hoped they had in Yuniesky Betancourt. When they realized Betancourt was a flop defensively, they shipped him to Kansas City–where he’s struggled. Wilson is a solid piece of the future puzzle for the M’s and will get them some wins in the future. The guys the Pirates got will be helpful, but not too helpful right away. Ronny Cedeno is flopping right now and catcher Jeff Clement was not sparking the way the Mariners wanted. I thought that the addition of Clement might lead to the Bucs moving Ryan Doumit–to the Rays. Not so. Oh well. Grade: Mariners–B+ Pirates–B Deal: White Sox get Mark Kotsay, Red Sox get Brian Anderson Analysis: No doubt, the White Sox won this trade–right now. The White Stockings got a premiere pinch hitter who can play almost any corner position. He is a veteran who can fit in immediately with is new team and pay dividends as they push for October. The Red Stockings got a supreme underachiever in Anderson. He might develop, though, into a guy who might be the utility outfielder Rocco Baldelli is supposed to be. With JD Drew on his way out (c’mon, folks, he’s hurt, like, ALL THE TIME) this might be a good add–next year. Grade: White Sox–B+ Red Sox–B+ (potentially) Deal: Giants get Ryan Garko for Single-A pitcher Analysis: Garko was a fan fave in Cleveland, but he was going to be up for big money in the off season. So he was shipped. He was taking playing time away from guys the Indians really wanted to see and they did not view him as a piece of the future. He has a gift for being offensive–in a good way–and should help the Giants offense get going. The guy Cleveland got will be good two years from now. That’s something to be happy about in Clevelend–and there isn’t much these days. However, the move will give more AB’s to superstar-in-the-making Matt LaPorta Deal: Matt Holliday goes to St. Louis Analysis: Waste of time to talk about. He’s hitting .529!!! Grade: A+ (and it sickens me to say that) Sorry if the pics got a little weird there at times. I’m as distracted by the strange moments of our favorite sport as anybody. I think that runs down most of the more notable trades that have occurred the last few weeks (and a couple of not-so-notable trades). I think that this time of year is the most captivating of any sport out there. Teams are fighting for division titles. Others are scrambling for wildcard berths. Franchises are deciding whether to buy or sell. Squads are scouting for both this and next year–and with a do-or-die attitude. It’s just great. And the waiver-wire trades are going to get going soon too. Teams have to make waiver deals before August 30th if they want that guy to be eligible for the post season. And the countdown begins. And if anybody asks me about the Julio Lugo deal…….. Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 15 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with blue jays, Boston Red Sox, brewers, Brian Anderson, cardinals, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Claudio Vargas, Cleveland Indians, Cliff Lee, cubs, Detroit Tigers, dodgers, Edwin Encarnacion, Freddy Sanchez, giants, indians, Jack Wilson, Jerry Hairston, John Grabow, Josh Anderson, Jr, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Dodgers, mariners, Mark Kotsay, Matt Holliday, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, phillies, pirates, Pittsburgh Pirates, rays, red sox, reds, royals, Ryan Garko, San Francisco Giants, Scott Rolen, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, tampa bay rays, Tom Gorzelanny, Toronto Blue Jays, trade, white sox, yankees Gradin’ the Tradin’ Ah, well. The Rays did not make any moves at the trade deadline. Despite two glaring needs, the team was unable to do that trade that might have helped to shore up some weaknesses for the final playoff push. I don’t know that moves HAD to be made. This team stood pat last year and was able to utilize the huge talent it had to make it to October. This year’s iteration of the Rays is not much different, and should be able to ride its talent–both here in the majors and in the minors–to a division crown or wildcard berth. It ain’t gonna be easy, though. Even though I can’t look at any moves the Rays made, I wanted to take a look at the multitude of moves made yesterday and grade how each move should help each team. Deal: Red Sox trade for Victor Martinez Analysis: Jason Varitek has not been what the Sox have needed this year. Sure, he’s led the team as an old grizzled veteran should, but little more than that. Add in the fact that Mike Lowell’s hip is not long for this season and you have a need at catcher and first base. Well, the Red Sox filled those needs with the addition of Martinez. One of the more coveted players available at the deadline, the versatile Martinez might just be the piece that complete the playoff puzzle for the Sox Deal: White Sox trade lots of young arms for Jake Peavy Analysis: Initially this looks like a great deal. The White Sox were able to rekindle interest in moving Peavy late Friday (interest that waned early in the season) and finally consummated the deal. Why Peavy would want to pitch in hitter-friendly US Cellular Field in a new league is beyond me, but he had his reasons to waive his no trade clause. The Sox got a pitcher who is not ready to pitch now and might not be ready for several more weeks. The Padres got a plethora of arms that should help them long term. Grade:C+ Deal: Twins acquire Orlando Cabrera Analysis: I don’t like Cabrera. Let’s get that out of the way. I don’t like the way he tried to make some lame point in the playoffs last year against the Rays. I am glad Grant Balfour struck him out, though. Why do I say all this pointless blather? Because this is a perfect move for the Twins. And if I’m saying that with the way I feel, then you know it is good. The Twinkies needed a strong shortstop, and they got it. He will hit 2nd in the lineup ahead of Justin Morneau and Joe Mauer and will help that offense really get going. And his defense will be welcome in the Metrodome–especially if you saw the bumbling of Brendon Harris in last night’s game. Grade:A Deal: Tigers get Jarrod Washburn Analysis: Washburn was not going to be able to help the Mariners make the playoffs this year. And he was going to ask for more money than the M’s would be willing to pay him after the end of this season. For them, this is a great move. For the Tigers, this move makes sense. They will now have a solid 1-3 in the rotation. Plus, the move enabled them to keep pace with the moves the Sox and Twins made within the division. But can Washburn keep up his torrid pitching? I don’t think so. Deal: Braves and Red Sox exchange 1B: Adam Laroche and Casey Kotchman Analysis: The Braves have fallen out of love with the guy they acquired for Mark Teixeira not that long ago. Why? They want more home runs. Kotchman has just 6 this year. But the guy is hitting .283 and plays a decent 1B. Laroche, on the other hand, struggles to hit .250 and only has 13 dingers this year. Each guy has only around 40 RBIs. This is kind of a non-deal–much like the Jeff Francoeur for Ryan Church deal earlier. What are the Braves thinking? Grade: Braves–C Red Sox–B Deal: Marlins trade for the Nats’ Nick Johnson Analysis: Everybody seems to love Nick Johnson. I don’t get it. He’s a marginal hitter, and ok fielder, and he might actually be slower than our own Pat Burrell. What’s the deal? When the Marlins’ Hanley Ramirez was told of the trade, he reportedly pumped his fist and yelled “YES!” Why? This might help the Marlins shore up their infield by moving Jorge Cantu to 3B and allowing Johnson to man 1B, but that’s about it. But, the Fish did not give up much for him so… Deal: Rockies get Joe Beimel from the Nats Analysis: Make fun of the Pirates all you want, at least it seems they are getting a direction in mind for the franchise. The Nationals don’t have a clue. They dumped a solid lefty bullpen guy in Beimel to get two youngsters–one of which, I read, is recovering from surgery. Ugh. This deal should help the Rox, but not that much. Deal: Dodgers send minor leaguer 3B Josh Bell to O’s for closer George Sherrill Analysis: I’m looking at both sides of the coin on this one. The Dodgers acquire a solid closer who has been more and more consistent as the season has gone on. Thus, right now the Dodgers have one of the more potent 8th- and 9th-inning guys out there. The Orioles got a guy I hadn’t heard much about, but about whom I read is something special at 3B. Melvin Mora won’t be long in an O’s uni, so getting Bell, who might get a callup sometime next year, plays out perfectly for Baltimore. This team is going to be pretty exciting come next season. Grade: D’s–B+ O’s–B As with any trade that went down in the last few days, we will have to wait and see how things go. Of course, the Cardinals have gotten immediate returns on their move as Matt Holliday has TORN IT UP since his arrival in St. Louis. Lots of the deals above included young minor leaguers. Their value is not entirely quanitfiable just yet, but it may be sooner rather than later. Either way, Friday was lots of fun. Even if the Rays did do nothing. Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 21 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with a's, Adam Laroche, Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, braves, Casey Kotchman, Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Indians, Colorado Rockies, Detroit Tigers, dodgers, Florida Marlins, George Sherrill, indians, Jake Peavy, Jarrod Washburn, Joe Beimel, Josh Bell, Los Angeles Dodgers, mariners, marlins, Minnesota Twins, nationals, Nick Johnson, Oakland A's, orioles, Orlando Cabrera, padres, pirates, Pittsburgh Pirates, rays, red sox, rockies, San Diego Padres, Seattle Mariners, tampa bay rays, tigers, trade, twins, Victor Martinez, Washington Nationals, white sox Perfect Follow-Up for the Rays The Rays got a hit and a walk in the first inning. So that drama is over now. What is more important is that they got a bloop single from Evan Longoria in the 10th inning to drive in two runs and give the Rays the final margin in a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays and Roy Halladay. Good Ol’ Fashioned Shootout Both Halladay and the Rays’ Matt Garza fought hard throughout the game. Their stats were nearly identical, with both guys throwing 9 innings, giving up 2 runs, and only giving up a handful of hits. Garza walked none and struck out 9, earning the win, while Halladay struck out 10 and walked 3 in a no decision. It was like a shootout at the OK Corral, as Doc Halladay and Garza stared each other down, waiting to see who would blink first. Neither did. But Scott Downs did. He took the loss after giving up a hit to BJ Upton, walking Carl Crawford, and then allowing a bloop hit to Longoria. Longo had been worked into a 2-strike count at the time, but he put good wood on the ball to drop it in front of a diving Joe Inglett. Sometimes I think that Longo literally has ice water in his veins. He does not get rattled. He is one cool cat when it counts. (This guy is cool) JP Howell dominated the bottom of the 10th to get his 10th save in his first game as the Rays’ official closer. Curtains for the Doc? The entire game played out as if it were the last for Halladay in a Toronto uniform. He received standing ovations after every inning and the crowd would cheer him on in every big–and medium, for that matter–situation that arose. While nobody knows the fate of Halladay right now, there was plenty of speculation during the broadcast and plenty on the blogs and websites out there. Lots of people were holding signs. Every tv shot of General Manager JP Ricciardi on the phone was met with thoughts of what deal he might be listening to. To his credit, none of it fazed Halladay. He went out there and threw an amazing ballgame. However, it may very well be these types of ballgames that are the impetus for his desire to leave. How often can you throw 9 innings and strike out 10, giving up only 2 runs the whole time only to walk away with a no decision? (I hope that you are taking notes on this Rays, ahem James Shields!) Where’s the Offense, Guys? The Rays have been struggling mightily in the run-scoring department. In the month of July, the Rays have scored more than 3 runs only 7 times in 19 games! That is beyond inept. During that time the offensive stalwarts of the team have been beyond horrible: –Evan Longoria has managed to hit only .179 with 3 homers –Carlos Pena has hit .183 with 30 strikeouts and 2 homers –BJ has hit .223 with 2 homers –Jason Bartlett has hit .262 while riding high around .350 and up most of the year This will not get it done down the stretch, no doubt. The Rays got a nice win tonight, but so did the Red Sox and the Yankees. That leaves Tampa Bay still 6 1/2 out. The pressure on our guys will only get worse with every passing game, and if the offense does not get in gear they will find themselves watching the playoffs on tv instead of from the field. The Rays play Saturday at 1:00 pm. Early game. Kind of different for our guys. We will send out David Price, who owned the Blue Jays the last time he saw them. He will be opposed by Brian Tallet, who was owned by the Rays offense. Hmmmmm, should be interesting. –According to MLB.com the Rays may be interested in shipping Scott Kazmir in order to free up their money situation for the acquisition of Indians pitcher Cliff Lee. –Another rumor has the Rays inquiring on the availability of Indians C Victor Martinez (this deal would make sense considering the extreme lack of offense coming from behind the plate these days–Sorry Tribe Chick). –The Rays are giving away t-shirts to the first 10,000 fans wearing Rays gear to 5 games during the next home stand. I am really excited for Monday’s game against the Yanks because I need me one of these: Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 19 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with BJ Upton, blue jays, Brian Tallet, Carl Crawford, Carlos Pena, Cleveland Indians, Cliff Lee, David Price, Doc, Evan Longoria, indians, Jason Bartlett, JP Howell, Matt Garza, More Cowbell, rays, Roy Halladay, Scott Downs, Scott Kazmir, tampa bay rays, Toronto Blue Jays, Victor Martinez Rays and MLB Mid-Season Report–Looking Ahead to the Second Half It is hard to believe that the second half of the baseball season starts today. It seems as if the first half flew by so quickly. But the first pitch of post-All Star Break baseball will be thrown tonight at 7 by Derek Lowe of the Atlanta Braves to the New York Mets. The Rays don’t get going until tomorrow against the Kansas City Royals, unfortunately. So it will be a day of reflection on what has happened and guessing on what is to come this season. Rays’ Mid-Season Awards When you look at this Rays team as a whole, and at the season as a whole, not one guy stands out. That was one of the hallmarks of last season’s team and one of the big reasons why it was so successful. They literally are “One Team” as the ads proclaim, and it is not a bad trait to have. BUT, I’m not going to be lame and say that the award goes to the whole team. Not everybody gets trophies here, so I’ll be narrowing my pick to one guy. That guy is Carl Crawford. With all due respect to Evan Longoria, Jason Bartlett, and Ben Zobrist, Crawford has been the most dependable player on the team. He does not strike out alot, he is hitting .309, he has scored the second most runs on the team (58 behind Carlos Pena’s 62), and he has stolen a league leading 44 bases. When CC gets a hit, defenses shudder. He is more disruptive on the basepaths than any other guy in the league. HIs SB% is top-tier stuff and he even stole over 20 bases in a row to start the season. Plus, just ask the guys on the AL All-Star squad how they feel about him. Best Starter The rotation for the Rays has been hit and miss. Unfortunately, this team could depend on its starters alot more last season, and things could get hairy the remainder of the 2009 campaign if these guys do not step up. The most consistent starter this season has to be “Big Game” James Shields. He goes out there every 5th day and throws excellent baseball games. Period. He leads all starters in ERA and innings pitched. If he could get some run support from his offense he could be an 11-game winner and an easy pick for the All-Star team. Alas, his hitters have scored more than 3 runs in a game for Shields only 8 out of 19 starts. Tough to win when you have to be near perfect every start. If the Rays score runs for him in the second half, look for Shields to put up some amazing numbers. Best Reliever This might not be the sexiest award out there, but you don’t win without a solid bullpen. The Rays are second to Boston in the AL in bullpen ERA (3.56 to 3.42) which is a big reason why they are in the running for the division lead. Guys like Lance Cormier, Randy Choate, and Chad Bradford have helped to stabilize a ‘pen whose ERA was 6.16 just two years ago. The top Reliever thus far, though, has to be JP Howell. Howell has become the team’s defunct closer, and he has thrived in the role. He has a 2.11 ERA, 5 wins, 6 saves, and sports an incredible strikeout ratio (50:42.2 innings!). When he comes into the game, teams don’t hit. And, more importantly, teams don’t score. He has protected many leads for the Rays thus far, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see Joe Maddon officially name Howell as the closer for the remainder of the year. Top Bench Player If a team’s bench can be a strength, then a team will be successful. The Rays had a strong bench last year with role players such as Eric Hinske, Cliff Floyd, and Jonny Gomes playing a big part in the World Series run. This year is no different. The Top Bench Player so far this year has to be Gabe Kapler. Don’t get upset that it isn’t Ben Zobrist. He became a starter a long time ago and thus does not qualify for this award. Kapler has done it all. He has played great defense, throwing guys out at will. He has been a force at the plate, knocking 4 BIG home runs this year and doubling 13 times (7th on the team) in only 113 at bats!!! To put it in perspective, no other Ray has that kind of production in so few at bats. If he projected as a full time starter with numbers such as these, he would have gotten All Star consideration. Best Acquisition The Rays have not made many moves, but it looks right now that Randy Choate is the best addition to the team thus far. He has been a steadying influence on the bullpen and his 1.84 ERA has shown that he can be counted on to get the job done. And his cheap contract means that he is just the type of guy the Rays love to get. Unfortunately, there are many contenders for this award. There are some Rays players who have underachieved in a big way in 2009. BJ Upton would have been a lock for this award, but he has really turned it on as of late. The same can be said for Pat Burrell. One guy who has not been able to improve at all has been Dioner Navarro. His .223 average, 13 doubles, .254 OB%, and 7 walks in 69 games this year have been bleak. There are few teams that can succeed getting that kind of production from such an important position. Sure, he calls a great game, but you have to get some offense from your catcher. Let’s hope he turns it on in the second half as he did in 2007. Rays’ Mid-Season Report Card Hitting C+ I’m not happy that this offense, which can be so potent, has been shut down left and right by inexperienced pitchers the last 2-3 weeks. That cannot be. When rookie takes the mound, he has to be dealt with accordingly. The Rays’ hitters do not have that killer instinct right now. Defense A This has been a part of the Rays’ game that can be counted on at all times. Zobrist may lack the Aki range at 2B, but he has done fine there. Kapler and Gross have platooned well in RF. And Longo, Bartlett, Crawford, and Pena are among the best at their positions. Pitching B- Inconsistency among the starters have plagued this team all year. An improvement there will lead to a serious run at the division. Managing B Joe has done a nice job keeping guys focused through injuries. But some of his moves have been perplexing. Front Office B+ The guys up front have gotten the players to help the team at a low cost–something they are pros at and something that resulted in Andy Friedman getting Executive of the Year last season. Burrell might have been a bust so far, but he will turn it around. We’ll see if the Rays try to add anybody at the trade deadline–don’t count on it, though. Best Moment of the First Half I had a great time watching BJ Upton go yard at the Trop in the bottom of the 9th against the Cleveland Indians in May. The game had everything: great defense (Upton gunning down a guy at the plate), a big comeback (they were down 7), and the capper (Upton’s walkoff). It was the biggest come back victory in Rays’ history. Biggest Question in the Second Half Can the Rays’ rotation calm down and pitch the way they did in 2008? The offense will come around–too much talent there not to–but the rotation is too shakey. You know Shields and Matt Garza will pitch well most of the time. That’s it. Jeff Nieman, Scott Kazmir, and David Price cannot be counted on right now. If the rotation does not improve, they will not be able to keep pace with the Sox and Yankees. Series to Pay Attention to in the Second Half I am going to ignore the obvious Boston and New York series. Of course those could be big. However, I argue that if the Rays cannot do well in their 6 games against Kansas City, 9 games against Toronto, and 10 games against Baltimore the Sox and Yankees’ series will not matter. The Rays have to beat the guys they are supposed to beat. Nothing short of .600 baseball against those three falling teams will do. My Playoff Picks AL East: Boston AL Central: Detroit AL West: Texas Wildcard: Tampa Bay NL East: Philadelphia NL Central: St. Louis NL West: Los Angeles Wildcard: Chicago That’s as far as I’m going to go with my predictions. As you saw with my Home Run Derby and All-Star Game MVP predictions, I’m not all that good at it. I’ll leave that for the professional prognosticators. What I will predict is that I–and hopefully you–will have alot of fun cheering for my team and going to the ballpark. What more could you ask for? Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 24 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with all star, awards, Ben Zobrist, BJ Upton, Boston Red Sox, Carl Crawford, Chad Bradford, Cleveland Indians, Cliff Floyd, David Price, Derek Lowe, Dioner Navarro, Eric Hinske, Evan Longoria, Gabe Kapler, James Shields, Jason Bartlett, Jeff Nieman, Joe Maddon, Jonny Gomes, JP Howell, Kansas City Royals, Lance Cormier, Matt Garza, Mid Season, mlb, More Cowbell, New York Yankees, Pat Burrell, playoffs, Randy Choate, rays, red sox, Report Card, royals, Scott Kazmir, Second Half, tampa bay rays, yankees Rays Make a Typical “Ray Deal” It looks like the Rays and Indians made a trade nobody cares about. The Rays make those types of deals all the time. You lean forward in your seat only to sigh and slump back again upon hearing who the Rays dealt, and who they got in return. Those are the types of moves that have made this Rays team what it is today, though, aren’t they? What has characterized the Rays’ move towards success the last four plus years have been moves just as this one. They aren’t always trades, but they are almost always small moves that nobody really notices but make the team much better in the future. As a smaller market team, they are almost forced to resort to these under-the-radar transactions. Luckily, we have the type of braintrust to make these moves positive events. Remember the Aubrey Huff trade. The Rays got a guy who was king of a throw-in type of player. That guy has been quite the second baseman this season and should make his first All-Star Game appearance, Ben Zobrist. Dioner Navarro, despite his low numbers this season, and Edwin Jackson came over in a minor deal with the Dodgers. Jackson then went to Detroit with the hopes of bringing in the Rays’ right fielder of the future, Matt Joyce. That Jackson/Joyce deal might not look great now, but it will soon. And do we need to mention Victor Zambrano for Scotty Kaz? Whoops, I just did. This deal has the potential to be one of those high-impact low-risk deals the Rays are famous for. The Rays, I think, come out very well in this deal, moving a 32-year-old pitcher who was not going to help the team in the near future in Winston Abreu to get a young righty John Meloan. In fact, Meloan’s youth must have been a big motivator in this deal–he is seven years younger than Abreu. Meloan has the potential to be that closer the Rays desperately need. Unfortunately, he won’t be that closer this season, as he needs a little more season-ing, so to speak, in the minors. Be that as it may, he is a guy who throws strikes and can blow people away, as his 10+ K/9 indicates. So why not take a flyer on the guy? He has seven years to develop before we can call this deal a mistake or this guy a bust, as Abreu is slowly becoming. I wish Abreu nothing but the best in Cleveland. He might be able to turn it on when he knows he has a spot on a major-league roster secured (assuming the Indians keep him in the majors to help their beleagured bullpen). He has the stuff for it. He didn’t show that stuff here, that’s for sure. Hopefully we’ll see Meloan soon closing games for the big club. For now, he can continue to marinade in the minors. He’s got the time. Written by mlblogsraysfanboy 2 Comments Posted in Dailies Tagged with Aubrey Huff, Ben Zobrist, Cleveland Indians, Dioner Navarro, Edwin Jackson, indians, John Meloan, Matt Joyce, rays, Scott Kazmir, tampa bay rays, Victor Zambrano, Winston Abreu mlblogsraysfanboy Closing out an amazing year Keeps Gettin Better It’s Been Awhile, but the Trade Deadline is Here! mlblogsraysdude on Closing out an amazing year Jaylene on Nieman Was Dealin’; Rays Were Stealin’ Michael David on How? azinneck on How? 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__label__cc	0.62182	0.37818	Tag: Scotland Yard The Leopard by Jo Nesbo: Has Harry Gone Down the Hole? In what is apparently the eighth instalment of the Harry Hole series, Harry is in Hong Kong. He’s smoking opium and owes the Triad a great deal of money. Kaja Solness has travelled to Hong Kong on a mission to find Harry and bring him back to Oslo. They have a serial killer; a brutal, savage and bloody serial killer and they need Harry’s help to stop him. But is Harry Hole in any shape to return? More importantly, does he want to return? When we left Harry at the end of The Snowman, he was an emotional wreck. The toll of catching the Snowman was a harsh and personal one. Harry has gone underground in Hong Kong to stop thinking about everything. Jo Nesbo has done his research well on the hunting of serial killers. He has obviously studied the current and past experts who worked with the FBI to catch, among others, The Green River Killer and Ted Bundy. The toll in real life is horrible. FBI Profiler John Douglas, who helped police catch Gary Ridgeway (the green river killer) and Wayne Williams (Augusta Georgia child murders) and more, had a real life breakdown from the stresses of having the ability to “put himself” in the minds of his suspects. He has written about his experiences. His first book, Mindhunter (1995) and his second, Into the Darkness (1997) explained how he worked and the toll it took on him. Although he didn’t realise how much of a toll until the stress affected his health. Douglas has been portrayed in fiction several times because of his high profile. I don’t think that Nesbo’s Harry Hole is necessarily Douglas in Norwegian clothing. But he has done his research well enough to build Harry as a real person who suffers horribly for his innate talent. He also suffers from guilt; guilt over his family and for the fellow police officers who have died while working with him. In The Leopard, two women have been murdered. They have nothing in common apart from their gender and the fact that both died from drowning on their own blood. Harry’s old boss Gunnar Hagen is desperate for Harry to solve the murders. The reason for this desperation becomes clear when Harry meets Mikael Bellman the head of Kripos, a new crime division that Bellman wants to make into Norway’s Scotland Yard. Bellman’s “empire building” is brutal and single minded. Hagen wants to solve the case so the Ministry of Justice doesn’t make Bellman the “Napoleon” of Kripos. As more bodies turn up and more victims are brutally murdered, it becomes a race against time, Bellman and his Kripos team and the mole that Harry appears to have on his team. And of course the killer. Meanwhile, time is running out for Harry’s father Olav who is dying in the hospital from cancer. Harry is also still fighting all his old demons as an alcoholic and he is now smoking illegally smuggled opium as well. As the battle for catching the murderer changes sides and targets, Harry turns to Katrine Bratt (whom he worked with in The Snowman and [SPOILER] who also had a nervous breakdown near the end of that book) to help him on the case by using the old military search engines to find information about suspects and victims on the internet. In this book everything appears to be at stake, Harry’s father’s life, Harry’s sanity and his love/hate affair with the Crime Office which is in danger of being made redundant by Bellman and his pet project of Kripos. The Leopard has a very international feel to it. Hong Kong, the Congo and Australia all figure into the plot. As Harry, Bellman and Harry’s team continue to peel away layers that will reveal who the killer is, Harry’s boss Hagen is searching for ammunition to use against Mikael Bellman to keep him from taking over his job. Jo Nesbo has outshone himself in this book. Death, drugs, alcohol, stress, doubt and guilt all play a huge part in this novel. The final race to catch the killer will have you on the edge of your seat with tension. One hell of a great read! Jo Nesbo, Norwegian Maestro. The Snowman by Jo Nesbo…Another Nordic Novelist (mikesfilmtalk.com) The Bat – Jo Nesbo (gcbooks.wordpress.com) Scandi-Crime? (mikesfilmtalk.com) REVIEW: Phantom – Jo Nesbø with trs. by Don Bartlett (avidmysteryreader.com) Warner Bros Wins Auction For Jo Nesbo Novel ‘The Son’ (m.deadline.com) Author Mike's Film TalkPosted on November 27, 2012 November 27, 2012 Categories EntertainmentTags Book Review, Crime Fiction, FBI, FBI Profiler, Harry, Harry Hole, Hong Kong, Jo Nesbø, John, John Douglas, Kripos, Oslo, Scotland Yard, Wayne Williams8 Comments on The Leopard by Jo Nesbo: Has Harry Gone Down the Hole?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1522
__label__cc	0.634019	0.365981	In Progress Photos CRE People CRE Leader Q&A Nominate a Broker Event Round-Up Meet the Publisher YOU ARE HERE:Home » Office BrokerageOffice Office Campus in Colorado Springs Sells for $6.6M BrokerageIndustrialMultifamilyOfficeReportsRetail Denver Metro Office, Retail and Industrial Sectors Close Out 2019 Strong ConstructionOffice Saunders Construction Opens New LoDo Office OfficeRetail Industrious to Add Second Denver Location at Cherry Creek Mall DevelopmentIndustrialMultifamilyOfficeRentRetail Avison Young Reveal Top Trends Impacting CRE in 2020 BrokerageOfficeProperty Management Lowe Acquires 366,184-Square-Foot DTC Office Building milehighcre — November 12, 2019 Lowe, a national real estate investor, developer and manager, has acquired 7979 E. Tufts, a 366,184-square-foot, Class A office tower in Southeast Denver. Built in 1982, the 18-story building, also known as Stanford Place II, is located in the Denver Tech Center. “7979 E. 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__label__cc	0.572887	0.427113	Family on the Edge A glance into the life of a unique Jewish family climbing the peak of Kilimanjaro Couples Documentary Family Go2Films Life and Environment Yoram Drucker, a 42 years old Modern Orthodox Jew from Jerusalem, has a Dream. To take his family, including their eight-year-old daughter Chen, to the peak of Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa (5895 M/ 19,640 feet). Thousands of people try to do it .4 people die, each year, on the Kilimanjaro. Yoram is sure this type of a family experience is what builds the long-term foundation of one's personality, of family-hood. Family on the Edge follows the Drucker Family on their Journey- starting from the careful preparations, through the Physical and Mental challenges they face, until the dramatic ending. Family on the Edge touches issues of family-hood, Man & Nature. A glance into the life of a unique family that makes you think of your own one. A film about the priorities in life, and about dreams. A film by Gilad Goldschmidt Special Jury Mention, Jewish Eye Film Festival 2009 Signis Award for Best documentary, Religion Today Film Festival, Italy 2009 Director: Gilad Goldschmidt Producers: Gilad & Hedva Goldschmidt Script: Gilad Goldschmidt 1 Building and 40 People Dancing Footsteps in the Sand How Much Love My German Children Doulas: A Documentary Birth of a Family Defense Files: Family	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1539
__label__wiki	0.600357	0.600357	In theatres this week from writer/director Michael Dougherty and Warner Bros. Pictures is the return of the titans with GODZILLA: King of the Monsters. It has been five years since the destruction that led to the death of Mark (Kyle Chandler) and Emma Russell’s (Vera Farmiga) son. Daughter Madison (Millie Bobby Brown) has watched her parents go their separate ways not dealing with the loss. Emma is working with an organization called Monarch and their goal is to find the Titans to learn more about them. In their underground bunker, Emma and Madison watch Mothra come into being. Helping to keep it under control, Emma created a device called the Orca that only these Titans can understand. Almost immediately there is an attack on the facility and the two are kidnapped by former soldier Jonah Alan (Charles Dance). Arriving at his place of research, Mark is told by Dr. Serizawa (Ken Watanabe) and Dr. Graham (Sally Hawkins) about the kidnapping. He joins them back at the center station where Dr. Ling (Ziyi Zhang) and Dr. Stanton (Bradley Whitford) explain what is happening around the world. The military wants to take over but the scientists believe there is another way. In the meantime, Emma releases the titan called Ghidorah as more and more monsters like Baphomet, Typhoon, Abaddon, Bunuip and Methuselah wake up. Godzilla is also on his way to Zero and the team must decide if this is the beginning of working together. The problem is there are people that can’t be trusted, titans who have a plan of their own and so many questions as to how to stop the destruction! Chandler as Mark doesn’t want to get involved in what ever it is that Monarch is doing but once Emma and Madison are taken he has no choice. Especially when he realizes that it is technology he helped develop that is devastating. Chandler has the ability to look sorrowful when needed and jumps into action when he can. Farmiga as Russell takes on the titans when she should be home with her hubby Ed Warren (The Conjuring) keeping an eye on their evil artifacts. Brown as Madison is a kid who believes what she’s told and has to choose what is right and wrong – and then get back to the STRANGER THINGS cast. Dance as Alan proves that you can take the Hand of the King out of Westeros but you can’t stop Tywinn from still wanting to rule the world. Whitford as Dr. Stanton is the sharp tongues comic relief especially when he sees his old White House stomping grounds in sad shape. Watanabe as Dr. Serizawa is the strength of the group who is trying to keep Godzilla alive while trying to find a way to stop the other Titans. I adore Watanabe and this is a perfect character for him as it is strong but equally quiet. Zhang as Dr. Ling is caught up in every minute of the chaos and it’s nice to see Sayuri and the Chairman (Memoirs of a Geisha) together again. Other cast include Thomas Middleditch as Sam Coleman, Aisha Hinds as Colonel Diane Foster, O’Shea Jackson Jr. as Chief Warrant Barnes, Anthony Ramos as Sgt. Martinez, Elizabeth Ludlow as Lt. Griffin, Jonathan Howard as Asher Jonah and David Strathairn as Admiral William Stenz. Look, I know I am making a little fun of GODZILLA: King of the Monsters but there are moments crying out for me to poke fun. The story is straight forward, the technology is cutting edge, the graphics are on point and Godzilla never looked so good. That being said, honestly I could have seen myself sitting at home watching this on a bit 75″ screen television with a sound bar and having a great time with friends. I am a kid of the black/white Godzilla/Mothra/Rodan era and I spent many a Friday night or Saturday afternoon watching the battles. The first film directed by Ishiro Honda in 1954 introduced everyone to Gojira aka Godzilla and the reaction was huge. Everyone knows who Godzilla is even if the youngsters of today don’t know the back story. If they see a statue of Godzilla – they know! The radioactive lizard looking and extremely HUGE creature slips through the ocean with ease while destroying everything below his very large feet. I sort of have the same problem so I can relate! From the 1950s until today, Godzilla is part of film history and an icon that we love. Although the films haven’t always been successful (sorry Matthew Broderick aka 1998 version), this story works even if it is cheesy, campy and predictable. Prepare because Godzilla vs. King Kong is going to come large and in charge in 2020. In the end – long live the king! FIRST MAN Lands on Digital – Coming to 4K and Bluray Currently on Digital and coming to 4K UHD, Bluray and DVD from director Damien Chazelle and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment is outer spaces’ FIRST MAN. It is 1961 and Neil Armstrong (Ryan Gosling) is about to bounce off the atmosphere testing the X-15 rocket for NASA in the Mojave Desert. He is not as phased by that as he is the illness of his very young daughter Karen. Devastated, Armstrong turns to the Project Gemini and is accepted in the astronaut group. Deke Slayton (Kyle Chandler) tells Armstrong and his fellow trainees Elliot See (Patrick Fugit) and Ed White (Jason Clarke) that the United States is behind in the space race. Their goal is to pull in front of the Soviet Union and Armstrong is all in. Wife Janet (Claire Foy) supports and prepares for the move to Houston. Another tragedy hit Armstrong hard with the death of two friends while at the same time he is slated to command Gemini 8. After an aborted mission for Gemini and determined not at fault, Armstrong is selected along with Gus Grissom (Shea Whigham) and Roger Chaffee (Cory Michael Smith) for the Apollo 1 mission. Once again tragedy strikes again and again as Armstrong is pushed back down the line. Finally, he is told that Apollo 11 will likely be the first lunar landing and Neil begins to withdraw form his family more and more. Janet has had her fill and tells him that it is his responsibility now to explain to their children what he is doing and why. The mission isn’t without its rough patches but Neil Armstrong steps on the moon, has a moment of reflect and returns home to his family. Their, President Kennedy reminds us all that ‘we choose to go to the moon’! Gosling as Armstrong gives a stoic performance of a man who spends years mired in tragedy. It seems he doesn’t see his own close calls with the same amount of deepness than he does with the loss of family and friends. There is so much hiding in this character that it was like waiting for Gosling to just burst out of his skin at any moment. Yet, he doesn’t but instead occasionally lets the steam out of the kettle and keeps everyone at bay. Foy as Janet is a woman who clearly supports her husband but, at times, can not seem to get past the wall that Armstrong continues to build with every event in their lives. A strong performance that speaks out when she needs to and waits patiently when she must. Chandler as Slayton sees what has happened to Armstrong yet embraces what he can do for NASA strongly. Chandler is an actor that can take any role and make it his own and in this film he once again proves his steadiness. Other cast includes: Corey Stoll as Buzz Aldrin, Pablo Schreiber as Jim Lovell, Christopher Abbott as David Scott, Lukas Haas as Michael Collins, Brian d’Arcy as James Walker, Steve Coulter as Gunter Wendt, Ben Owen as John Hodge, Ethan Embry as Pete Conrad, John David Whalen as John Glenn and Ciaran Hinds as Robert Gilruth. Universal Studios Home Entertainment has just added an amazing film to their library and making it available for us all to experience and re-experience in our own home theatres. There are films of every genre available from scary to drama to family films. For more of what they have to offer please visit www.uphe.com. The Bluray includes Deleted Scenes, Shooting for the Moon – Take an intimate look at the production of FIRST MAN and the collaborative relationship between Director Damien Chazelle and Ryan Gosling, Preparing to Launch – It’s difficult to believe that FIRST MAN is the first major feature film to tell the story of this Apollo 11, and Giant Leap in One Small Step – A heroic character study, FIRST MAN sheds light on all the hard working individuals that got us to the moon and back. Also, Mission Gone Wrong – Watch as Ryan Gosling reenacts a test piloting sequence gone horribly wrong and see how he trained to nail the landing, Putting You In the Seat – Filmed in IMAX to show the vastness of the moon, find out all that it took to recreate the most famous moment in NASA history, Shooting at NASA – Hear from Ryan Gosling and Director Chazelle on how shooting at NASA brought unparalleled authenticity to FIRST MAN, Astronaut Training – Go behind the scenes of the three day boot camp each of the actors underwent prior to filming FIRST MAN and finally Feature Commentary with Director Damien Chazelle, Screenwriter Josh Singer and Editor Tom Cross. MOVIES ANYWHERE is the digital app that simplifies and enhances the digital movie collection and viewing experience by allowing consumers to access their favorite digital movies in one place when purchased or redeemed through participating digital retailers. For more information please visit http://moviesanywhere.com. FIRST MAN is filled with a cast that may seem like small roles but in this film, no role is small in telling such a big story. Although the film deals mainly with Neil Armstrong, it doesn’t forget those who also made the journey through the space program and their contributions to the space race. The film also acknowledges how difficult the struggle was and the personal sacrifices that were made that allowed Armstrong to put his foot on the moon. That is important when telling the story of our space history and I appreciated it. In the end – it was a pivotal moment in the history of mankind! THE VANISHING OF SIDNEY HALL is Stunning Storytelling! In theatres this week from writer/director Shawn Christensen and A24 is a film that allows us a look inside of a life of secrets with THE VANISHING OF SIDNEY HALL. Sidney (Logan Lerman) is a young man who sees the world differently than his classmates. He finds solace in writing and is encouraged by his teacher who sees something special in him. Sidney also has a little mystery in his life when a girl who lives across the street lets a bit of her feelings show. He introduces himself to Melody (Elle Fanning) and they begin a deep relationship that Sidney knows is life changing. What becomes life-altering is when school jock Brett Newport (Blake Jenner) asks Sidney to hold something for him and to tell no one. Happy to oblige, he is also curious about what had Brett so nervous. What happened between the two young men becomes the subject of Sidney’s book that sky-rockets him to literary stardom. The fame becomes a whirlwind that begins to affect his relationship with Melody and when it all begins to fall apart – Sidney disappears without a trace. That’s when a detective (Kyle Chandler) begins searching for Sidney who is wanted for a series of fires set in places where there are books. Trying to follow the clues, the detective hopes it will lead to Sidney and answers as to what happened to push this young man toward a path filled with pain. Lerman as Sidney carries this story and film brilliantly in a way that kept me wondering how much more one life can take. I literally couldn’t take my eyes off his performance because his character is so dedicated to everything he pursued that the pitfalls just crushed my heart. All of that emotion is because of Lerman’s portrayal which is a thing of true beauty. Fanning as Melody clearly enjoys life, sees the beauty past the pain and loves Sidney. Her character sees the best in Sidney and supports when it all becomes too much for him. Trying to be his support comes at a price that Melody seemed more than willing to pay until it was no longer just she that would pay. Chandler as the Detective is absolutely amazing in this role. Watching him take each crime scene apart piece by piece to ‘get his man’, it also gives the viewer the same opportunity to go back into Sidney’s life and see what might have gone unnoticed because, like our own lives, it is all in the eye of the beholder. I loved this performance by Chandler but then again if you’ve seen the series Bloodline, you know this actor was certainly up to the challenge in this role. The must-see breakout performance is Jenner as Brett Newport. This BMOC senior jock walks the hallways of high school in his letterman’s jacket without a care in the world. Sometimes what we think is so true of someone can turn at a moments notice. Jenner’s character brings harshness mixed with a sadness that feels so real for this young man. Another shout out to Nathan Lane as Harold! Although his role isn’t large, Lane has the unique ability to make every second he is on screen count and playing Harold is no exception. As Harold, Lane is brash, bold and I loved it. Other cast include Michelle Monaghan as Mrs. Hall, Janina Gavankar as Gina, Margaret Qualley as Alexandra, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Duane, Tim Nelson as Johan, Michael Drayer as Max, Christina Brucato as Jeanine, Alex Karpovsky as Bauer, Darren Pettie as Gerald Hall and David Basche as Senator Dale. TUBS OF POPCORN: I give THE VANISHING OF SIDNEY HALL four tubs of popcorn out of five. I know it is early in the year yet I feel like I’ve seen something stellar, heart felt wrapped in an honestly original story. Filled with a weaving of time periods that is done with such ease and yet so compelling to watch. This is a cast that envelopes every moment of screen time stretching my emotional core and just when I thought I could take a deep breath – twist! Isn’t that what we want from good storytelling and good filmmaking? That’s what this film is all about, testing us all to our emotional limits and rooting for each to release the memories that hold them down. Trust me when I say there is so much more to the film that I will not put in this review. I truly want everyone who sees this film to experience each moment for themselves and jaw drop at the twists that are nothing short of brilliantly done. The cinematography is equally well done and if you thinks places in the world are just geography – think again. In the end – it’s all about beginnings. In theaters this week from writer/director Kenneth Lonergan and Roadside Attractions comes the intense story of family’s living near MANCHESTER BY THE SEA. Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck) lives a very simple and uncomplicated life. Working as a building maintenance man, he does his job and minds his own business. One day he receives a call telling him that his brother Joe (Kyle Chandler) is slipping away. Quickly driving to the hospital Lee is too late. Now he must find nephew Patrick (Lucas Hedges) and tell him the news. So begins the task of becoming reacquainted, planning a funeral and meeting with lawyers. It is meeting with the lawyer that Lee discovers that he is now the legal guardian of Patrick. Immediately panic sets in as Lee has no idea what he is going to do and has no intention of living in his hometown. It doesn’t take long for the memories to come back when Lee’s ex-wife Randi (Michelle Williams) comes to the funeral. It is Patrick who stands his ground explaining that his life, home, friends and father’s fishing boat are in Manchester. Lee agrees to stay until all the issues have been settled giving them time to know one another. As the days pass it is clear that what happened in the past is still haunting Lee and Randi while Patrick comes to terms with growing up and following in his father’s footsteps. Affleck as Lee is a walking ticking time bomb who can’t seem to find his way out of the past. Thinking that being away from home will keep him moving forward, it takes a hot minute of being home to set his teeth on edge. There isn’t much to say about this character because there are only fractions of true emotions displayed. I felt like the mystery of Lee was in those fractions but I don’t have that long of a life span to wait for him to spit it out. Hedges as Patrick is a teen set in his ways (aren’t they all until they’re not?) and isn’t about to let Uncle Lee get in his way. I enjoyed Hedges performance and if I had one thing that bothered me it was that Patrick doesn’t really seem upset by his father’s passing and that was a tad disturbing. Patrick seemed more interested in ‘basement action’ with his harem of girls but that’s a teen right? Williams as Randi has her role to play and she does just that. I actually feel like I’ve seen this character and performance from her before which is probably why I am not gushing all over with praise. I’m thinking SHUTTER ISLAND meets MY WEEK WITH MARILYN wrapped up into the character of Randi. Other cast include: C.J. Wilson as George, Gretchen Mol as Elise, Tom Kemp as Stan Chandler, Chloe Dixon as Suzy Chandler, Ellie Teeves as Karen Chandler, Paul Meredith as Paul, Tate Donovan as the Hockey Coach, Christian Mallen as CJ, Oscar Wahlberg as Joel, Kara Hayward as Silvie and Josh Hamilton as Wes. TUBS OF POPCORN: I give MANCHESTER BY THE SEA three tubs of popcorn out of five. The film clocks in at 137 minutes and I followed the story from the beginning but, quite honestly, by the 20 minute mark I had it figure out. Translated this means I had to sit and watch it all play out for another one hundred and seventeen minutes. Now that the math is done (and I HATE math) let me just say that like the emotions of Lee, I only had fractions of moments where I hoped things would get better. It isn’t that MANCHESTER BY THE SEA isn’t a good film as much as I’m a little baffled by all the hype. I honestly can’t see someone paying the price of a theatre ticket to sit through the film. I suppose that is also means there will be tons of award nominations which may peak the interest of some but not enough to warrant the cost of production. Film critics can be generous with their nods and fanfare about a film but have them buy a ticket to that same film and they might not be as generous with their opinions. The later scene with Affleck and Williams is strong but it felt like too little too late by the time it plays itself out. The big winner here is the young actor Lucas Hedges playing a young man forced into decisions about his life because the adults around him are all screwed up! The ending of the film left me flat as everyone seems to portray ‘doing the right thing’ but I took it as everyone took the easy way out. In the end – coming home is never easy.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1541
__label__wiki	0.551169	0.551169	New Generation of Roadway Repair on Tap for California \| News New Generation of Roadway Repair on Tap for California The calendar’s turn to November brings with it a first-in-a-generation infusion of funds to restore, renew and repave the Golden State’s aging and long-neglected streets, roads and highways. The new wave of investment is spurred by state Senate Bill 1, which was authored by state Senator Jim Beall of San Jose and signed into law this April by Governor Brown. Beginning November 1, 2017, SB 1 is forecast to generate more than $5 billion in the Bay Area — and some $54 billion statewide — over the next 10 years. Statewide, about half will go to cities and counties to repair local streets and roads, supplement local dollars for new transportation projects, and advance local planning initiatives. The remaining half will go to repair highways, bridges and culverts; relieve congestion on the state’s most traveled highways, improve trade corridors such as the truck and rail routes leading to and from the Port of Oakland; upgrade interregional highways and intercity rail systems; and enhance multi-modal travel options, including public transit and active transportation. Bay Area cities and counties are moving quickly to put SB 1 funds to work on repairing and rehabilitating local streets and roads. These include: Berkeley: $677,000 to reconstruct portions of Panoramic Way and Prospect Street; Concord: $732,000 to resurface key arterials, including Diamond Boulevard from Willow Pass Road to the Walnut Creek bridge; Napa: $455,000 for roadway maintenance treatment in six areas of the city, including Bordeaux Way, Kingston Avenue, River Park Boulevard, Stonybrook Drive, York Street and Young Avenue; Oakland: $2.4 million to resurface 19 priority streets — including Capell Street, Dwight Way and Panoramic Way — and fill potholes, patch pavement and repair concrete citywide; San Francisco: $7.7 million to renovate 28 street segments and 13 intersections — including 1.6 miles of Palou Avenue and the intersection of 26th and Castro streets — and upgrade 38 curb ramps to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards; San Jose: $7.2 million for pavement resurfacing on Blaney Avenue, McKee Road and Norwood Avenue; and street sealing on Blossom Hill Road, Dry Creek Road and Trade Zone Boulevard; San Mateo: $580,000 for pavement rehabilitation on E. Hillsdale Boulevard between Saratoga Drive and Norfolk Street; Santa Clara: $699,000 to resurface 1.2 miles of city streets, including De la Cruz Boulevard from Reed Street to Central Expressway and Monroe Street from Cabrillo Avenue to Scott Boulevard; Marin County: $1.4 million to resurface nine road segments — including a portion of Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Road — in unincorporated portions of the county; Sonoma County: $3.9 million, with roughly half going toward the annual Pavement Preservation Program and the other half toward road maintenance and operations. SB 1 also provides approximately $135 million per year (starting with the fiscal year that begins July 1, 2018) in state funds to Bay Area transit systems to help them sustain and improve service in the face of rising costs, and to replace and/or upgrade aging trains, buses and stations. Without SB 1 funding, BART and many other Bay Area transit operators likely would need to cut service in the coming years. The top source of revenue for the SB 1 investment surge is a 12 cents per gallon increase in the base state excise tax on gasoline, which will rise to 30 cents per gallon after being stuck at 18 cents since 1994. Other revenue elements include a hike in taxes on diesel fuel and higher motor vehicle registration fees. To learn more about Senate Bill 1 and California’s new generation of transportation renewal, readers can visit this MTC Web page. Caltrans also has detailed information available at www.rebuildingca.ca.gov. Comments Submit your comment William Paxton December 8, 2017 There is no obvious standard describing projected projects. For example, Marin County has a very clear list of their proposed projects, while Petaluma has a simple spread-sheet with numbers only; no names, no information decipherable by any reader without additional clarification. Why can't the list of projects by county or city be in clear, intelligible language that is useful to us, the tax payers, in attempting to find out what is planned where and any other pertinent details. Why is Oakland paying for streets in Berkeley? In order to receive a reply to your comment, please provide an email address. Bay Area Streets and Roads Deliver Smoother Ride As Cities, Counties Put Gas Tax Dollars to Work Smoother Ride on South Bay Streets and Roads as County, Cities Put Tax Dollars to Work Alameda County Pavement Conditions Hold Steady as Local Governments Put Tax Dollars to Work Contra Costa Streets and Roads Earn "Good" Marks as County, Cities Put Tax Dollars to Work Peninsula Pavement Takes Turn for Better as County, Cities Put Tax Dollars to Work	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1547
__label__wiki	0.679289	0.679289	Report: Rockets sign Chuck Hayes to one-year deal By Kurt HelinJul 30, 2015, 12:55 AM EDT Chuck Hayes spent the first six years of his NBA career in Houston, never giving them many points but instead giving them good defense in the post, strength on the glass, and hustle everywhere on the court. Now he’s back. After a down year in Toronto, Hayes is heading to Houston to help round out a deep front court, reports Marc Spears of Yahoo Sports. The Rockets have agreed to terms with free agent center Chuck Hayes on a one-year veteran's minimum deal, sources told Yahoo Sports. — Marc J. Spears (@SpearsNBAYahoo) July 30, 2015 The Rockets are close to rounding out their roster, but don’t expect them to be spending much to do it, notes former Nets assistant GM Bobby Marks. As @SpearsNBAYahoo notes. Chuck Hayes back to HOU. Rockets with 13 guaranteed contracts. 2.1m tax bill. 2.5m below tax apron. — Bobby Marks (@BobbyMarks42) July 30, 2015 Teammates love Hayes and love playing with him, which is why this is a good pickup for Houston. All Hayes does is work hard and do the little things — battles on the boards, sets hard screens, and play physical defense. He is a consummate professional. He’s also one that has battled injuries and had a couple down seasons in a row. That said, it’s a low-risk move for Houston to help round out a strong frontcourt already. Dwight Howard and probably Terrence Jones will start, behind them is the underrated Donatas Motiejunas, plus youngsters Clint Capela and Montrezl Harrell. This could mean fewer minutes for Capela and Harrell, but there should be chances for everyone. This is simply another solid addition to a title contending team. Tags: Chuck Hayes, Clint Capela, Donatas Motiejunas, Dwight Howard, Houston Rockets, Montrezl Harrell, Terrence Jones, Toronto Raptor Stephen Curry’s buzzer-beating jumper caps 21-4 Warriors run (video) By Dan FeldmanMay 19, 2015, 10:21 PM EDT The Rockets led the Warriors by 16 points in the second quarter. With Draymond Green as a small-ball center, Golden State responded with a 21-4 run. The Warriors’ flexibility stretched Houston’s defense and caused matchups like Clint Capela on Stephen Curry. You see how Curry handled it. Tags: Clint Capela, Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Stephen Curry Rockets’ Clint Capela dunks all over Spencer Hawes (VIDEO) By Kurt HelinMay 13, 2015, 12:08 AM EDT That play pretty much sums up the Clippers and the Rockets Game 5. The Rockets came out with a sense of desperation and were attacking the rim. The Clippers were a step late and not playing with the passion needed to close out a quality team. So you get things like Clint Capela dunking on the late-rotating Spencer Hawes. But this was just one of a lot of smart passing plays and finishes by the Rockets. Houston earned the right to extend this series. Tags: Clint Capela, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Spencer Hawes Adjusting for playoff rotations round two: Watch out for the Wizards By Dan FeldmanMay 3, 2015, 11:00 AM EDT Before the playoffs began, I assessed each team based on projected postseason rotation. Here’s the idea: In an attempt to get better data, I’ve used nba wowy! to rank playoff teams by regular-season net rating (offensive rating minus defensive rating), counting only the lineups that include five players projected to be in the team’s post-season rotation. This measure is far from perfect. It doesn’t account for opponent or weigh lineups based on how often they’ll be used in the postseason, and it’s impossible to precisely predict a team’s playoff rotation. The system and straight seeding differed twice for the first round, each method correctly predicting one of those two series: My projection correct: Wizards over Raptors Seeding correct: Bucks over Bulls We now have more information – both about which players actually made the postseason rotation and how teams fared in the first round. Here are the new adjusted ratings from full regular season to pre-playoff projection to pre-second round projection (counting first-round games and updating the postseason rotation when necessary): 5. Washington Wizards Offensive rating: 104.3 to 107.7 to 112.3 Defensive rating: 103.5 to 101.1 to 100.9 Net rating: +0.8 to +6.6 to +11.4 Kevin Seraphin, not Kris Humphries as I predicted, made the playoff rotation. That would have boosted the Wizards’ pre-playoff projection even higher, and they were already a sleeper based on this model. A sweep of the Raptors supported all the positivity these numbers suggested about Washington. 2. Cleveland Cavaliers Net rating: +4.8 to +17.2 to +8.6 I left James Jones out of my projected playoff rotation. Including him would have weakened the Cavaliers’ pre-playoff adjusted numbers on both ends of the floor, but they still would have ranked second in the league behind the Warriors for adjusted net rating. Of course, Kevin Love is the big issue headed into the next round. It’s unclear how David Blatt will replace the power forward, but I added Mike Miller and Shawn Marion to the rotation. If it’s just one of the two or neither with no other replacement, the Cavs’ adjusted net rating would be a little better. Remove J.R. Smith, who’s suspended the first two games though counted as part of the rotation here, and Cleveland actually fares a little better on both ends (with Miller and Marion in the rotation) than it would with Smith. Still, the picture is clear: Cleveland gets downgraded significantly without Love. Enough to lose to the Bulls? Not according to this model. 3. Chicago Bulls Defensive rating: 104. 4 to 103.3 to 102.5 Net rating: +3.3 to +5.3 to +5.9 I didn’t include Tony Snell in the Bulls’ playoff rotation, but he stuck, even when Kirk Hinrich was healthy. Had I included Snell, Chicago would have fared slightly better in my first-round projections. To the surprise of many, the Bucks pushed the Bulls to six games, but that doesn’t give me pause about Chicago. The pre-playoff projection was high on Milwaukee, and though the model actually rated the Bucks above the Bulls, I think the actual result showed the point of the projection. It’s one data point of many, and the lesson should have been that the first-round series could be closer than expected – which happened. 1. Atlanta Hawks I incorrectly left Shelvin Mack out of the predicted rotation, though he wouldn’t have changed much. There were reasons to be concerned about the Hawks entering the playoffs based on this model. A six-game series against the Nets was surprising, because Brooklyn also looked weak. But the first-round matchup also exposed issues with Atlanta this model predicted. Pick the No. 1 seed to advance at your own risk. 1. Golden State Warriors Defensive rating: 101.3 to 95.7 to 99.1 Net rating: +10.4 to +20.7 to +15.6 I didn’t include Marreese Speights and Leandro Barbosa in the Warriors’ rotation, but Steve Kerr did. If I had, Golden State’s projection would have suffered on both ends of the floor. The Warriors are favored here regardless, but I believe if necessary, they can trim their rotation and become even stronger. 3. Los Angeles Clippers Net rating: +6.9 to +11.6 to +13.4 I mistakenly had Spencer Hawes in the playoff rotation, but it’s clear Doc Rivers doesn’t trust him. Removing Hawes doesn’t make much difference, though it improves the Clippers’ adjusted rating a bit on both ends of the floor. The big issue: Will Chris Paul be healthy? A playoff rotation without him projects to have an offensive/defensive/net rating of 97.0/108.1/-11.1. That’s disastrous, but it’s a small sample and overly relies on bench-heavy units. Blake Griffin and the Clippers’ other starters just didn’t play that much without Paul. If Paul is healthy, the Clippers rate better than the Rockets. If not, lower – though it’s not clear just how much lower Los Angeles actually should be. 2. Houston Rockets Net rating: 3.5 to +9.1 to +11.1 Clint Capela, not Joey Dorsey, was Houston’s backup center – and that would have boosted their pre-playoff projection on both ends of the floor. For the most part, the Rockets are the steadier team in their second-round matchup. It’s Paul’s health that should determine everything. Make no mistake, though: Houston’s playoff rotation is good and will require the Clippers to play well to advance. 5. Memphis Grizzlies I included Mike Conley in this projection. If he can’t play, the offensive/defensive/net splits go to 107.3/101.6+5.7. That’s not as large a drop as I anticipated, but it probably doesn’t matter much. The Grizzlies land well behind the Warriors either way. Tags: Atlanta Hawks, Blake Griffin, Chicago Bulls, Chris Paul, Cleveland Cavaliers, Clint Capela, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, J.R. Smith, James Jones, Joey Dorsey, Kevin Love, Kevin Seraphin, Kirk Hinrich, Kris Humphries, Leandro Barbosa, Los Angeles Clippers, Marreese Speights, Memphis Grizzlies, Mike Conley, Mike Miller, Shawn Marion, Shelvin Mack, Spencer Hawes, Tony Snell, Washington Wizards Monta Ellis, J.J. Barea pairing ignites Mavericks offense, gets Dallas Game 4 win over Houston By Kurt HelinApr 27, 2015, 1:38 AM EDT This result wIll be only stalling the inevitable at this point, but it makes you wonder: What if there had been no Rajon Rondo this series? What if it had been J.J. Barea and Monta Ellis in the backcourt from the start? Barea came in and sped up the tempo of the Dallas offense. Monta Ellis clearly plays more freely without Rondo next to him. Rick Carlisle finally just went with his best lineup, and it worked. Ellis put up 31 points, Barea had 17 points and 13 assists, Dallas owned Game 4 from the second quarter on and beat Houston 121-109, much to the delight of the Dallas home crowd. Houston still leads the series 3-1. Game 5 is in Houston on Tuesday. To have seen the start of this game, you would never have guessed the ending. The Rockets came out pounding the ball inside and getting the buckets they wanted — Dwight Howard was 5-of-5 in the first quarter, James Harden had 10 points on six shots (and he was attacking), and as a team the Rockets shot 68.7 percent. It was the kind of quarter where even when the Mavericks went to hack-a-Rocket and fouled Clint Capela he hit both free throws. At the end of one the Rockets were up 34-25. Then everything changed. The second quarter started to feel like an elimination game, with some chippy play and Rick Carlisle picking up a technical for complaining to the refs. The Rockets missed five shots in a row, Howard went 1-of-9 from the free-throw line and Houston started to come apart (when teams go to hack-a-Howard he often gets passive). That plus some big plays from Monta Ellis and Barea pushing the ball in transition sparked a 28-11 Dallas run. By halftime, Dallas was up 61-53. Then Dallas opened the second half on a 20-4 run. Houston shot 0-12 from the field to start the third quarter while Dallas hit 8-of-11.Dallas shot 67 percent in third quarter; they blew the game open and were never seriously threatened. A lot of things went right for the Mavericks. Al-Farouq Aminu did a good job on James Harden, holding him to 24 points and a relatively quiet night. Dallas was strong on the offensive glass grabbing 37.2 percent of their missed shots. Dallas did everything well save hit their free throws (9-of-21). The question is can they replicate all of that on the road? And can Kevin McHale make some adjustments to end the series Tuesday night and let his team get some rest while they wait for the winner of the Spurs/Clippers series? Game 4 felt like the series we expected from these two teams, and Dallas showed Houston is going to have to earn Game 5. Tags: Al-Farouq Aminu, Clint Capela, Dallas Mavericks, Dwight Howard, Houston Rockets, J.J. Barea, James Harden, Monta Ellis, Rajon Rondo Report: Rockets sign Chuck Hayes to one-year deal July 30, 2015 12:55 am EDT Stephen Curry’s buzzer-beating jumper caps 21-4 Warriors run (video) May 19, 2015 10:21 pm EDT Rockets’ Clint Capela dunks all over Spencer Hawes (VIDEO) May 13, 2015 12:08 am EDT Adjusting for playoff rotations round two: Watch out for the Wizards May 3, 2015 11:00 am EDT Monta Ellis, J.J. Barea pairing ignites Mavericks offense, gets Dallas Game 4 win over Houston April 27, 2015 1:38 am EDT Smoove operators: Josh Smith, Dwight Howard lead Houston past Dallas to 2-0 series lead April 22, 2015 1:04 am EDT Report: Rockets’ Donatas Motiejunas out for the season with back injury April 8, 2015 5:00 pm EDT Rockets rookie Clint Capela puts Lou Williams on a poster (VIDEO) March 30, 2015 8:45 pm EDT ProBasketballTalk 2014-15 preview: Houston Rockets October 22, 2014 10:00 am EDT Report: Rockets to exercise team options on Donatas Motiejunas, Terrence Jones October 3, 2014 12:14 pm EDT Rockets signing draft picks Clint Capela, Nick Johnson July 23, 2014 9:30 pm EDT	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1555
__label__wiki	0.539696	0.539696	Poultry Industry Continues to Improve Worker Safety Record On November 9, 2012, in Worker Safety and Health The incidence of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses in the poultry sector, which includes slaughter and processing, continues to decline, according to the 2011 Injury and Illness Report recently released by the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Broiler Production Forecast for 2013 Increased Slightly by USDA On November 9, 2012, in Production USDA’s broiler production forecast for next year is now 36.055 billion pounds, 30 million pounds more than USDA’s October estimate and 1.2 percent less than the revised production level of 36.494 billion pounds for 2012, according to the “World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates” report today from the Department’s World Agricultural Outlook Board. Chicken Exports for September 2012 Decrease 2.9 Percent in Quantity But Increase 1.5 Percent in Value On November 9, 2012, in Chicken Exports Chicken exports for September 2012 were 317,097 metric tons valued at $404.03 million compared with 326,660 tons valued at $397.92 million in September 2011, a 2.9 percent decline in quantity but a 1.5 percent gain in value. Corn Production Little Changed, Soybean Crop Improves, USDA Reports Corn production for 2012 was forecast at 10.725 billion bushels, up 19,462,000 billion bushels from 10.705 billion bushels forecast in October but down 13 percent from 12.358 billion bushels in 2011, according to USDA/National Agricultural Statistics Service’s crop report today. US Poultry Industry Urges Action on Russia PNTR in Lame Duck Session On November 9, 2012, in International Trade The National Chicken Council (NCC), National Turkey Federation (NTF), U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) and USA Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) joined more than 500 other trade associations and businesses under the umbrella of the Coalition for U.S.-Russia Trade in calling on Congress to “move quickly” in the days ahead to approve legislation enacting Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) with Russia. Restaurants “De-Prioritized” by Consumers Goldman Sachs Equity Research Survey Finds On November 9, 2012, in Consumer Attitudes Restaurants are being “de-prioritized” by consumers, according to the third quarter 2012 survey of 2,000 consumers by Goldman Sachs Equity Research. Strong Demand Continues for Chicken Wings Despite Higher Prices On November 9, 2012, in Consumer Attitudes, Production Sales of chicken wings have largely weathered a recession and a doubling of prices, and industry forecasters predict continued strong demand as sports fans from now through the National Football League’s 2013 Super Bowl in February and college basketball’s March Madness continue to drive demand for wings, according to a Reuters report. QSR Magazine Ranks the Top U.S. Chicken Chains On November 9, 2012, in Fast Food Footnotes KFC is the top chicken chain, based on 2011 U.S. systemwide sales, according to QSR magazine’s “QSR 50″ ranking that rates the top quick-service and fast casual brands in the United States. NCC Member Companies Assist with Superstorm Sandy Relief Efforts On November 9, 2012, in Industry Notes Tyson Foods has pledged to contribute to the American Red Cross relief and recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy, Donnie Smith, president and CEO of the company said. California Proposition on Labeling of Genetically Engineered Food Defeated On November 9, 2012, in Genetically Modified Foods Proposition 37, a mandatory labeling of genetically engineered food initiative, was on the November 6 ballot in California as a initiated state statute, where it was defeated. USDA/Agricultural Marketing Service Poultry Programs Merged With AMS Livestock and Seed Program On November 9, 2012, in Agricultural News USDA/Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has merged its Poultry Programs with its existing Livestock and Seed Program (LSP), according to an AMS announcement this week.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1557
__label__cc	0.742729	0.257271	Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens) Victor J. Wroblewski, Lawrence G. Harshman, Terry N. Hanzlik, Bruce D. Hammock The tissue distribution, developmental control, and induction of juvenile hormone esterase (JHE) mRNA was examined in Heliothis virescens using an 800-base pair fragment of a JHE cDNA clone. Northern hybridization analysis of poly(A) +RNA from fat body and integument of fifth stadium larvae indicated the presence of a single JHE mRNA species having an estimated length of 3 kilobases. On Day 2 of the fifth stadium (L5D2), basal JHE mRNA levels were 3-fold higher in the integument than the fat body, which correlated with the higher specific activity of the enzyme in the integument at this time. However, JHE mRNA levels in the fat body on Day 4 of the fifth stadium were 9-fold higher than on Day 2, while mRNA levels in the integument remained the same. This endogenous increase in JHE mRNA and activity in the fat body occurred at the time of peak hemolymph JHE activity. JHE mRNA was not detected in third stadium larvae which have very low levels of JHE activity. Treatment of L5D2 larvae with the juvenile hormone mimic epofenonane resulted in a 7- and 14-fold increase in the level of JHE mRNA in the integument and fat body, respectively. The mRNA induced in both tissues was of the same estimated length as the constitutively expressed message. The data indicate that the developmental regulation and induction of JHE can occur at the level of mRNA. There is evidence that the fat body secretes more JHE than does the integument and could be the major source of hemolymph JHE. Hemolymph juvenile hormone esterase Juvenile Hormones Wroblewski, V. J., Harshman, L. G., Hanzlik, T. N., & Hammock, B. D. (1990). Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens). Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics, 278(2), 461-466. https://doi.org/10.1016/0003-9861(90)90285-7 Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens). / Wroblewski, Victor J.; Harshman, Lawrence G.; Hanzlik, Terry N.; Hammock, Bruce D. Wroblewski, VJ, Harshman, LG, Hanzlik, TN & Hammock, BD 1990, 'Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens)', Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics, vol. 278, no. 2, pp. 461-466. https://doi.org/10.1016/0003-9861(90)90285-7 Wroblewski VJ, Harshman LG, Hanzlik TN, Hammock BD. Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens). Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics. 1990 May 1;278(2):461-466. https://doi.org/10.1016/0003-9861(90)90285-7 Wroblewski, Victor J. ; Harshman, Lawrence G. ; Hanzlik, Terry N. ; Hammock, Bruce D. / Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens). In: Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics. 1990 ; Vol. 278, No. 2. pp. 461-466. @article{a03c834d24ad475c9bdd92b5983aee19, title = "Regulation of juvenile hormone esterase gene expression in the tobacco budworm (Heliothis virescens)", abstract = "The tissue distribution, developmental control, and induction of juvenile hormone esterase (JHE) mRNA was examined in Heliothis virescens using an 800-base pair fragment of a JHE cDNA clone. Northern hybridization analysis of poly(A) +RNA from fat body and integument of fifth stadium larvae indicated the presence of a single JHE mRNA species having an estimated length of 3 kilobases. On Day 2 of the fifth stadium (L5D2), basal JHE mRNA levels were 3-fold higher in the integument than the fat body, which correlated with the higher specific activity of the enzyme in the integument at this time. However, JHE mRNA levels in the fat body on Day 4 of the fifth stadium were 9-fold higher than on Day 2, while mRNA levels in the integument remained the same. This endogenous increase in JHE mRNA and activity in the fat body occurred at the time of peak hemolymph JHE activity. JHE mRNA was not detected in third stadium larvae which have very low levels of JHE activity. Treatment of L5D2 larvae with the juvenile hormone mimic epofenonane resulted in a 7- and 14-fold increase in the level of JHE mRNA in the integument and fat body, respectively. The mRNA induced in both tissues was of the same estimated length as the constitutively expressed message. The data indicate that the developmental regulation and induction of JHE can occur at the level of mRNA. 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There is evidence that the fat body secretes more JHE than does the integument and could be the major source of hemolymph JHE. AB - The tissue distribution, developmental control, and induction of juvenile hormone esterase (JHE) mRNA was examined in Heliothis virescens using an 800-base pair fragment of a JHE cDNA clone. Northern hybridization analysis of poly(A) +RNA from fat body and integument of fifth stadium larvae indicated the presence of a single JHE mRNA species having an estimated length of 3 kilobases. On Day 2 of the fifth stadium (L5D2), basal JHE mRNA levels were 3-fold higher in the integument than the fat body, which correlated with the higher specific activity of the enzyme in the integument at this time. However, JHE mRNA levels in the fat body on Day 4 of the fifth stadium were 9-fold higher than on Day 2, while mRNA levels in the integument remained the same. This endogenous increase in JHE mRNA and activity in the fat body occurred at the time of peak hemolymph JHE activity. JHE mRNA was not detected in third stadium larvae which have very low levels of JHE activity. Treatment of L5D2 larvae with the juvenile hormone mimic epofenonane resulted in a 7- and 14-fold increase in the level of JHE mRNA in the integument and fat body, respectively. The mRNA induced in both tissues was of the same estimated length as the constitutively expressed message. The data indicate that the developmental regulation and induction of JHE can occur at the level of mRNA. There is evidence that the fat body secretes more JHE than does the integument and could be the major source of hemolymph JHE.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1558
__label__cc	0.524747	0.475253	Tag Archives: typeface Source: Introducing Operator \| News, Notes & Observations \| Hoefler & Co. Typewriter faces have become part of the aesthetic of journalism, fundraising, law, academia, and politics; a dressier alternative to handwriting, but still less formal than something set in type, they’re an invaluable tool for designers. I acutely felt the need for such a typeface, and immediately thought of places I’d want to use it on Discover.typography. And while I liked the idea of creating a new typeface that would have this kind of voice — minus the nostalgic clackety-clack look of an actual typewriter face — I wondered if we could achieve these results without the many compromises required of a fixed-width design. Fixed-width faces force every character into a box of the same size, creating charmingly long serifs on the capital I, but tragic, procrustean disfigurements of wider letters like M and W. So I suggested that we relax the system, to create a font that feels monospaced, but behaves more professionally. Andy made an equally compelling counterproposal, reminding me that the command-line editor — these days, home to so many people who design things — could really be improved by a fully fixed-width typeface. What if, in addition to shedding the unwanted baggage of the typewriter, we also looked to the programming environment as a place where type could make a difference? Like many screen fonts before it, Operator could pay extra attention to the brackets and braces and punctuation marks more critical in code than in text. But if Operator took the unusual step of looking not only to serifs and sans serifs, but to script typefaces for inspiration, it could do a lot more. It could render the easily-confused I, l, and 1 far less ambiguous. It could help “color” syntax in a way that transcends the actual use of color, ensuring that different parts of a program are easier to identify. Andy hoped this might be useful when a technical pdf found its way to a black-and-white laser printer. It was an especially meaningful gesture to me, as someone who, like three hundred million others, is red-green colorblind. In developing Operator, we found ourselves talking about JavaScript and css, looking for vinyl label embossers on eBay, renting a cantankerous old machine from perhaps the last typewriter repair shop in New York, and unearthing a flea market find that amazingly dates to 1893. Above is the four-minute film I made, to record a little of what went into Operator, and introduce the team at H&Co behind it. —JH This entry was posted in Main and tagged code, coding, command line, computer, font, hoefler, text, typeface, typewriter, typography on 09/02/16 by russi4nblue.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1564
__label__wiki	0.555633	0.555633	3 Kinds of Big Business Mergers That Have Hurt Consumers Everyday Money College Planner Money 50: The Best Mutual Funds Ultimate Retirement Guide By Brad Tuttle Fewer choices, higher prices. In a nutshell, that’s what consumers have come to expect from corporate megamergers—including what looks like the latest one, in which AT&T has agreed to buy Time Warner. The idea that such mergers benefit investors and executives while negatively impacting consumers is nothing new. Back in 2004, Bloomberg commissioned a survey gathering consumers’ perspective on 28 big companies involved in mergers over a five-year span. The conclusion: “Customers were significantly less satisfied on average even two years after the deals closed than they were before.” Of course, companies generally say that mergers will yield positive results for consumers, in terms of increasing efficiencies and giving companies a theoretical ability to lower prices for customers. But things don’t seem to work out this way. “Merging companies always say that they’ll save money and bring down prices,” Albert Foer, president of the American Antitrust Institute, explained to TIME’s Rana Foroohar in a 2014 column. “But the reality is that they often end up with monopoly power that allows them to exert incredible pressure in whatever way they like.” If approved by regulators, the AT&T-Time Warner merger may not result in increased prices—at least not immediately—but raises serious net neutrality concerns and could result in worse service for customers. As Fortune explained, once AT&T and Time Warner are essentially the same company, “AT&T might be tempted to give its broadband customers lower-quality streams of, say, television programs owned by Time Warner competitors.” For some proof that consumers tend to come out as big losers after big business mergers, here’s a look at how they’ve played out recently in three industries. Consumer advocates argued vehemently that widespread consolidation among airlines would result in higher prices and worse service for travelers. But the mergers, including United-Continental and America-US Airways, were approved nonetheless. Read Next: The Pathetic State of Airline Travel Today Was Predicted Long Ago As predicted, the airline mergers led to a period in which airline service was cut, airfare and fees soared, and carriers have enjoyed record profits amid plummeting fuel prices. “Airline mergers and consolidations are taking a systemic toll that is bad for consumers,” Brent Bowen, dean of the College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, explained after a 2015 airline quality report was released, according to Bloomberg. “Performance by the airlines is slipping while they claimed this would make them better.” More recently, airfare prices have retreated and many airlines have been expanding service, leading some to claim that the mergers have, in fact, been working to the benefit of consumers as billed. But these changes appear to be “driven far more by lower fuel prices than it is consolidation,” the industry blog View from the Wing pointed out. “Fuel prices are masking what might otherwise have been some of the downsides of consolidation for consumers.” Pay TV-Internet Providers Consumers regularly gripe that the cable-Internet world is rife with awful service and expensive pricing, and the most common reason cited that companies can get away with this state of affairs is that there’s not enough competition in the marketplace. So it should come as no surprise that when competitors in the field combine, things get worse for consumers. Read Next: 3 Industries That Desperately Need Customer Service Makeovers For example, not long after AT&T purchased DirecTV, both providers raised prices essentially in perfect unison. In early 2016, Consumer Reports warned that a merged Charter and Time Warner Cable operation would give the new company “the power to stifle innovation and reduce competition,” while also allowing it to “raise rates for consumers, and offer even poorer customer service than Charter and Time Warner already do, since there would be little incentive to invest in new technologies and staffing.” Sure enough, consumers have already been complaining that the new Charter Spectrum TV-phone-Internet service is jacking up prices. “Spectrum is proving the worst suspicions of consumers,” Jamie Court, president of the Santa Monica advocacy group Consumer Watchdog, said to the Los Angeles Times. “Bigger isn’t better when there’s only one broadband line coming into people’s houses.” Insurance companies use the standard playbook when arguing in favor of mergers, saying that a larger insurer can be more efficient and cost-effective, and that the resulting savings can—theoretically—be passed along to customers. But guess what? Unsurprisingly, there is a tremendous body of research indicating that mergers result in “more market power for the big insurers and providers, at the expense of choice and value for consumers,” George Slover, a senior policy counsel at the Consumers Union, explained. “To be sure, there is substantial evidence that a large share of health care cost increases is caused by dominant providers charging high prices,” Health Affairs noted in the summer of 2015. In other words, in the wake of mergers, insurers with a monopoly or near monopoly in the market obviously have more power to raise premiums and limit coverage—and that’s exactly what they do. Read Next: Here’s What’s Happened to Health Care Costs in America in the Obama Years “There are a number of reasons to be skeptical of the idea that consolidated insurers will bargain down prices with providers,” Health Affairs reported. “There is no compelling economic evidence that ‘bilateral’ monopoly produces better results for consumers; and even if a dominant payor succeeds in bargaining successfully with providers it has little incentive to pass along the savings to its policyholders.” Sign up to receive the latest updates and smartest advice from the editors of MONEY Best All-Inclusive Resorts © Copyright 2020 Ad Practitioners, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (Your California Privacy Rights). MONEY is an independent, advertiser-supported website. MONEY may receive compensation for some links to products and services throughout this website. 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__label__cc	0.616586	0.383414	Mostly-Tech Words & Stuff. Mostly about Technology… Music-related Debunking the Retina Display Myth November 8, 2013 19 Comments Although Steve Jobs’ claims the human eye can’t perceive detail beyond 300 pixels per inch were immediately debunked, to this day almost everyone believes that what he said is still true. I became interested in this topic after seeing what I considered to be obvious differences between the highest-resolution smartphone displays. If Jobs’ claims were true, this shouldn’t have been possible. I wanted find out why I could see a difference, and whether it was possible to scientifically prove that Jobs’ retina claims were false. More importantly, I wanted to learn what specs would be needed in a real retina display. But before we can answer these questions, we need to go back to the beginning of this myth. WWDC 2010 was where the Retina myth began Back in June of 2010, Apple introduced the iPhone 4. Although no one knew it at the time, this would be Jobs’ last iPhone launch. The iPhone 4 was a landmark product because it was the first phone with a “Retina” display. Since few people correctly quote Jobs on this topic, let’s revisit what he said. Steve Jobs’ exact quote was “It turns out there’s a magic number right around 300 pixels per inch, that when you hold something around to 10 to 12 inches away from your eyes, is the limit of the human retina to differentiate the pixels.” This seemed plausible at the time because the display on the iPhone 4 was a big step forward. It had with four times the pixels of the previous model and a resolution of 326 pixels per inch (PPI). Experts immediately questioned Jobs’ Retina display claims Experts Cry Foul Almost immediately experts questioned Jobs’ claims. “Wired” ran an article saying the iPhone 4′s Retina display claims were “false marketing.” This article quoted Raymond Soneira from DisplayMate Technologies, who is one the most respected names in display analysis. Soneira said, “The math just doesn’t add up,” and suggested the term Retina display was misleading. Soneira went on to say “it was inaccurate to measure the resolution of the eye in terms of pixels.” He added “…a more accurate Retina definition would have a pixel resolution of 477 pixels per inch at 12 inches.” This blogger was the first to attempt to prove Jobs was right Bad Math? A blogger named Phil Plait then redid Soneira’s equations based normal vision, instead of perfect vision. Based on these calculations, Plait suggested Jobs’ claims were vindicated, but when you refer back to Jobs’ original quote, he refers to a distance of 10 to 12 inches. Plait conveniently used twelve inches, because that created the response he was looking for. Using a distance of ten inches, Plait confirmed that someone with normal vision could see visible pixels on a Retina display and the Retina display myth was busted. But that wasn’t the only problem with Plait’s and Soneira’s logic. There were several other problems we’ll discuss next. A Flawed Definition of Perfect Vision If you carefully read Plait’s article, you’ll see that he admits someone with perfect eyesight would be able to see a pixilated image when holding a Retina display one foot from their eyes. This backs up Soneira’s claim that 300 pixels aren’t enough for a true retina display, but there several problems with the definition of perfect vision. First, it is inaccurate to refer to 20/20 vision as “perfect” vision. 20/20 vision does not correspond to the best possible vision found in humans. Second, the word perfect doesn’t really make sense when applied to eyesight. The maximum acuity of a healthy human eye is 20/16 to 20/12. Even those with “bad” eyes can have 20/15 (or better) vision with glasses. This in itself doesn’t mean too much because the percentage of humans with better than 20/20 vision is relatively small (around 10-15% not including corrective glasses). Most teens hold their phones closer to their face than adults Screen Size Matters, Distances Vary Contrary to the suggestions above, not everyone holds their mobile device 10 to 12 inches from their face. I’ve noticed that some teens hold their phones only 7 to 8 inches from their eyes. This is an important because the closer a person holds their screen, the higher the resolution required so the pixels effectively disappear. Jobs suggested that 300 pixels per inch was the magic number which determined whether a screen was a retina display, but the truth is there is no one single magic number for both smartphones and tablets. This is because the distance consumers hold tablets to their face is further away than they hold their smartphones. Some experts use a distance of 15 inches for tablets, but I often hold my tablet further away than that. What is the impact of this? It’s simple. The further you hold your device from your face, the lower the resolution needed for the pixels to disappear. This debunks the above assumptions that a single number can be used to determine whether a mobile device has a retina display or not. Visual acuity alone is not the best predictor of pixel recognition Primitive Measurements Don’t Cut It The chart many eye doctors still use to determine whether you have 20/20 vision is a crude method that dates back to 1862. Eye charts were created to test vision, but we’re talking about something that goes beyond just text. We’re trying to determine whether a human can see the pixels on a display — and more importantly whether there is a benefit of using displays with resolutions higher than 300 PPI. When trying to scientifically determine whether our eyes can tell the difference between two things, our eyes do a much better job telling the difference between two lines than they do interpreting characters of the alphabet. How much better? It turns out the ability of humans to distinguish between two different lines is actually ten times greater than 20/20 visual acuity. This is referred to as Vernier acuity and is the reason a Vernier scale like the one shown below allows users to measure things more precisely than using a uniformly-divided straight scale. You can prove this to yourself by taking this simple yet ingenious online test. This test proves that differences between Vernier lines can still be judged when the gap of a so-called “Landolt C” can no longer be recognized. In most cases the difference between these two is very large. That means while someone with excellent vision cannot recognize the orientation of the small “c” on the right (which has a 0.5 pixel gap size at normal reading distance), they can distinguish the gap between two lines that are only 0.05 pixels apart — that’s a 10x improvement. The Vernier caliper uses Vernier acuity for more precise readings Science Still Matters None of the experts quoted above attempted to scientifically test their assumptions. Plait claims his work calibrating for the Hubble telescope made him an expert in ophthalmology, but his real claim to fame was debunking the Moon landing hoax. I wondered what a real expert would say about this topic, so I did some research and found a study by Michael Bach. Mr. Bach is a professor at a German university known for their Ophthalmology-related studies and the former president of the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision. Bach set out to test the limits of human vision and the ability to discern differences in extremely high-resolution displays. What he found and published in a scientific journal earlier this year clearly debunks Jobs’ retina display claims. His study had 49 subjects evaluate displays with resolutions between 254 and 1016 pixels per inch. The results of this study proves people can see the difference between a 339 PPI display and a 508 PPI display. More surprisingly, his study also suggests that some people can also discriminate between 508 PPI and 1016 PPI displays. So it’s clear the human eye is capable of benefiting from displays with more than 300 pixels per inch, but what is the minimum size for a true retina display and when will we be able to buy one? The Real Retina Numbers? Using the same equations Soneira and Plait used, a leading display manufacturer suggests a true retina smartphone display would need to have a resolution of at least 573 pixels per inch. However, this is for someone with perfect vision. The number is lower for someone with average vision. For a tablet held fifteen inches away from your eyes, and using the same equations, a true retina display would need a resolution that is higher than 382 PPI. Sadly, that means for people with perfect vision there are no true retina display smartphones or tablets available today. Even the new iPad Air only has a 264 PPI display. That doesn’t mean it doesn’t have a great looking display, but it doesn’t meet the definition of true retina display for a person with average vision. Notice how the pixels on four flagship phones vary. Source: AnandTech All Pixels Are Not The Same Now that we’ve established numbers for a true retina display, I want to point out one potential problem. When a mobile display goes under a microscope, it’s easy to see major differences between the types pixels used. The size varies, the shape varies, the placement varies. Even the color varies because some displays are now including white pixels (in addition to RGB). Some have pen-tile displays, others don’t. Even the type of displays used on popular smartphones vary. Companies like Samsung use OLED displays, while Apple uses LCD displays. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. You can even see differences in the pixels on Samsung phones that have Super AMOLED displays. Unfortunately this topic is outside of the scope of this article. Just understand that all pixels are not the same and this makes it harder to come up with a single retina number that applies to all smartphones (or tablets). Other factors come into play as well, like the quality of your display. The better the quality panel, the more likely you are going to be able to see the differences we are discussing here. Samsung recently shared their screen roadmap with analysts Can You Really See A Difference? Whether you can see a difference between your current smartphone and a smartphone with a true retina display depends on what you are viewing. Low-quality videos like the ones we watch on YouTube, will continue to look bad. In fact, they will even look worse, because you’ll see the compression artifacts more clearly. Small text is one area where you are likely to notice a difference. Text will be razor sharp. You can really see the difference between a 300 PPI display and 550 PPI display when things like pen-drawn Kanji characters are displayed. True retina tablets with screens that are 12 inches or larger will make it possible to get a newspaper-style experience, without reformatting articles. You will also be able to always use the full desktop versions of all websites and view high-resolution photos and 4K video with no loss of resolution. That’s not important today, but it will be in the coming years. Much higher quality displays are coming in 2014 So When Can I Buy One? True retina displays that are better than any Apple product are available now. The LG G3 has a 2560 x 1440 pixel smartphone display with a pixel density of 534 ppi. The Samsung Galaxy S5 LTE-A has a 5.1-inch display with an incredible 576 pixels per inch. That’s higher than the number required for a true retina smartphone display. Sadly it’s only available in Korea at this time. Samsung is also planning a 4K screen for smartphones. Assuming a screen size of around 5 inches, that works out to be about 880 pixels per inch. 4K tablet screens are coming as well. These screens should have resolutions over 400 pixels per inch, which exceeds the 382 PPI number required for a true retina display. Qualcomm demonstrated the first 4K Android tablet back in February of 2014. Reviewers like this one claimed its 3840-x-2160 display “easily beat the performance of the iPad Air.” Researchers have proven people can see the difference between a >508 PPI display and a 339 PPI display. It’s impossible to create a single number definition for a retina display because that number changes depending on the distance, your vision and other factors. Smartphones and tablets with much higher resolution displays are available now. Apple mobile displays are no longer the best. Experts say the Galaxy S5 is the best performing Smartphone display that they have ever tested. As a result, Apple will finally increase the resolution of their mobile displays later in 2014. Whether you can tell the difference between these new displays and today’s best displays will depend on the panel quality, distance and type of media you are viewing, but you won’t need a scientist to tell you they look great. Tablets will benefit the most, because their resolutions were significantly lower than smartphones. – Rick Copyright 2013-2014 Rick Schwartz. All rights reserved. Linking to this article is encouraged. This article includes my personal opinions and does not reflect the views of my employer. 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__label__wiki	0.740287	0.740287	All Posts in #Verbal Blend Verbal Blend Honors Endsley with 2019 Poetic Icon Award Wednesday, October 23, 2019, By Shannon Andre Verbal Blend will honor Crystal Leigh Endsley, Ph.D. with the Poetic Icon Award as part of the Sixth Annual Spoken Word Poetry Institute, held Friday, Oct. 25 through Saturday, Oct. 26. Verbal Blend is recognizing Endsley for her contributions to… Take the Mic Poetry Slam Celebrates Artistic Self-Expression Tuesday, April 9, 2019, By News Staff Take the Mic Poetry Slam, hosted annually by Verbal Blend, a spoken-word poetry program within the Office of Multicultural Affairs, is Thursday, April 11, in the Schine Student Center Underground. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m., and the event will… Three to Receive 2018 Poetic Icon Award at Verbal Blend’s Spoken Word Poetry Institute Wednesday, October 24, 2018, By Joyce LaLonde On Friday, Oct. 26, Omanii Abdullah, Georgia Popoff and Jackie Warren-Moore will be honored with the 2018 Poetic Icon Award at Verbal Blend’s fifth annual Spoken Word Poetry Institute. The Poetic Icon Award recognizes poets who have been trailblazers within… Verbal Blend’s Fifth Annual Spoken Word Poetry Institute Features Alumni Poets, Daylong Workshop Thursday, October 18, 2018, By Shannon Andre Verbal Blend, the premier spoken-word poetry program coordinated by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, will host its fifth annual Spoken Word Poetry Institute featuring six alumni poets and presentation of the Poetic Icon Award. This year’s institute is Friday, Oct…. Take the Mic Poetry Slam Offers Opportunity for Artistic Expression Tonight Wednesday, May 2, 2018, By Shannon Andre Tonight, May 2, the annual Take the Mic Poetry Slam, hosted by Verbal Blend poetry program in collaboration with the Poets Learning Community, will serve as a special edition focused on offering a space to share poetry to bring attention… Verbal Blend Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Saul Williams Thursday, November 9, 2017, By Joyce LaLonde Verbal Blend, a spoken-word poetry program within the Office of Multicultural Affairs in the Division of Enrollment and the Student Experience, is celebrating its tenth anniversary on Friday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. in the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse 3…. Take the Mic at the Verbal Blend Poetry Slam Monday, April 17, 2017, By Shannon Andre Verbal Blend, a spoken-word poetry program within the Office of Multicultural Affairs, will host its annual Take the Mic Poetry Slam on Thursday, April 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse 3. Doors will open at 7:15…	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1576
__label__cc	0.722144	0.277856	Narayana Health Launches Robotic Surgery Training Program BENGALURU: With training and skill sharing being the prime most factors determining a surgeon’s success in robotic surgery, Bengaluru based Narayana Health on Thursday launched a robotic surgery training programme. Supported by Infosys foundation that has partly invested in the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System – to be used primarily in surgeries related to prostate, kidney, gynecology, colorectal as well as head and neck, the unit has been set up at the Infosys Institute of Robotic Surgery, Narayana Health City. “The technique has been introduced worldwide over 10 years ago but has not yet taken off in India. As much as the reason for this would be its high cost, the major issue has been knowledge among surgeons to carry out procedures using the robotic technique. The country needs an institute to train the future robotic surgeons,” said Dr Devi Shetty, Chairman, Narayana Health. Sudha Murty, chairperson, Infosys Foundation said, “The need to adopt and continually update treatment protocols that reduce errors is crucial for a country like India. Through this collaboration, we intend to provide impetus for further research in the area as well and enable the masses to reap the benefits of affordable and high-quality treatment.” Health Care, Technology global health, healthcare technology, surgery	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1581
__label__wiki	0.978602	0.978602	Human #rights tribunal orders improvements to #Toronto #polling stations By KEVIN CONNOR, Toronto Sun Last Updated: 12th February 2010, 7:10pm Polio sufferer Peter Hughes is happy that disabled people no longer will be humiliated when they vote at polling stations. In March 2008, Hughes went to vote in a federal byelection in Toronto Centre — when Bob Rae was elected — only to find the polling station was in a church basement and not accessible to disabled people. Determined to vote, he crawled down the stairs on the seat of his pants. When he had to face the same stairs in the general election of October 2008 he complained to Elections Canada officials who “dismissively said it was not their problem,” Hughes’ lawyer said. Hughes took his case to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal and on Friday it ruled in his favour by ordering nationwide improvements to be made by Elections Canada for accessibility to polling stations for the disabled. “It is disappointing that in the disability rights/accessibility heightened time in which we find ourselves living as we enter the second decade of the 21st century, that Mr. Hughes would have had to experience the humiliation and indignities of those two voting events, followed by the tardy investigation, inaccurate conclusions and poor handling of his verbal and written complaints,” the tribunal wrote. The tribunal also ordered Elections Canada to create a new complaints procedure and training in regards to disability issues. “I feel great. They gave all the things we asked for. There will be a lot of changes to the election process for handicapped people,” said Hughes, a retired reverend. “It was a humiliating experience, especially since they (send) voting information that has a little blue symbol on it that says the polling station is wheelchair accessible.” Hopefully the decision will also be extended to provincial elections and not just federal elections, said Hughes lawyer, Kate Hughes. “We are thrilled with the decision and we are hoping it will influence provincial polling stations because there are problems there as well,” she said. kevin.connor@sunmedia.ca Reproduced from http://www.torontosun.com/news/canada/2010/02/12/12861591.html Activism Disability Movement accessibility disability human rights Toronto Needs of #Haiti’s #disabled must not be forgotten, says #UN expert body #Equity: are #Canadians really paying attention?	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1582
__label__cc	0.748841	0.251159	MHJ WIKI PLC-Lab Using collision groups What are collision groups? Difference between "Neutral while Collision" and different collision groups The property "Additional collision groups" Video about collision groups Changing a collision group during a collision with a limit switch How to change the collision group? The dynamic and static physics objects can be assigned to specific collision groups. All objects are in collision group 0 by default, which means that they collide with all other physics objects. The settings for the collision groups can be found in the section "Expert settings -> Physics properties -> Collision settings". These consist of the two properties "Collision group" and "Additional collision groups". Before we explain the collision groups in more detail, we want to clarify the difference to the property "Neutral while collision" in the section "Main settings->Limit switch settings". If the property "Neutral while collision" is selected, the object set in this way does not exert any force on a possible collision partner. So another object can pass the object without affecting the movement of the other object. However, the object with the property "Neutral while collision" can "sense" the collision (if the collision group setting allows this). If the object is configured as a limit switch, then the limit switch operand is changed in status. As can be seen in the following example. A blue rectangular object falls down from above. In the center a green rectangle object is configured as a limit switch; the property "Neutral while collision" is also selected. The limit switch operand was specified on the LED, so it is illuminated as soon as the limit switch is actuated. The layout shows that the limit switch does not influence the falling object, but it "senses" the collision and thus the limit switch operand is changed in status. In the next step, the layout is changed. The falling rectangle is assigned to collision group 1. The limit switch is assigned to collision group 2. After these changes, the limit switch no longer "senses" a collision with the falling rectangle, which now belongs to a different collision group. Thus the limit switch operand is no longer changed in status and the lamp is also no longer illuminated. The two examples clearly show the difference between the property "Neutral while collision" and belonging to different collision groups. Areas of application for collision groups are, for example, layouts with separators or filters. The following image shows such a layout. The blue circle object and the brown rectangle at the bottom belong to collision group 1. These two objects collide with each other. The grey circle object belongs to collision group 2, so it does not collide with the brown rectangle. The black rectangles of the containers are all set to collision group 0, so they collide with all objects. The simulation shows the following behaviour: The circle objects are separated. The grey circle objects fall through the inclined plane; the blue circle objects collide with it and are separated into the container on the right. A further use is the visualization of different layers on top of each other. The picture shows two conveying elements that are arranged one above the other. The blue conveying element influences objects of collision group 1, to which the blue circle object belongs. An additional conveyor element is placed vertically. This is set to collision group 2. The yellow circle object belongs to this group. The layout shows the following behavior in the simulation: The two conveying elements and their objects do not influence each other. The property "Additional collision groups" can be used to specify a collision group with which the object also collides. In addition to its own collision group. For example, if the object is assigned to collision group 2 and the property "Additional collision groups" contains collision group 3, then the object collides with other objects in groups 2 and 3. Several groups can be specified at the property "Additional collision groups"; the numbers must be separated by commas: For example "2, 5, 10". In the layout shown below, the circle objects belong to different collision groups. The blue circle belongs to group 1, the yellow circle to group 2 and the green circle to group 3. In the yellow circle object, group 3 is specified in the property "Additional collision groups". Group 2 is specified for the green circle. This results in the following behavior during the simulation. The blue circle does not influence the other two circle objects because they do not belong to its collision group. The yellow and green circle collide. Although they belong to different collision groups, the other collision group is also specified in the property "Additional collision groups". This makes it possible to split objects into collision groups and also to set special relationships to other collision groups for individual objects. Example for collision groups As of version 1.5.1.0, a limit switch (or a geometric physics object) can be set so that the collision group of the colliding object is changed in the event of a collision. The two properties "Limit switch changes collision group" and "New collision-group when collide" have been added. The functionality is activated using the "Limit switch changes collision group" property. You have to specify the new collision group to be set in the "New collision-group when collide" property. The entry is made as a constant or variable, e.g. using a word operand (e.g. IM.MW2). If an object collides with the limit switch where the property "Limit switch changes collision group" is selected, the object is assigned to the new collision group. When a body consisting of several objects collides with the limit switch, then all objects of the body are set to the new collision group which belong to the collision group of the object that collides with the limit switch. A body consists of 4 objects. Two objects belong to collision group 1, the rest to collision group 2. Now an object of collision group 1 collides with a limit switch. Now only the collision groups of the two objects with collision group 1 are changed. The other two objects remain in collision group 2. An exception to the rule described above is when the collision group 0 is written. If a body group collides with a limit switch and collision group 0 is set as the collision group to be set for this limit switch, this collision group is set for all objects of the body, regardless of their previous collision group. This is due to the fact that the collision group 0 has a special feature: objects of this collision group collide with all other collision groups. Example for writing a new collision group In the following example, blue rectangles are created. These are subject to gravity and therefore fall downwards. They activate a limit switch, which changes the collision group of the object. The collision group to be set can be set via a slider object in a range between 1 and 3. Below this there are ramps which are assigned to the respective collision groups 1 to 3 and thus collide only with objects of this group. Depending on the setting of the collision group to be set, the blue rectangle collides with the corresponding ramp and is transported away with it. This layout with the name "KollisionsGruppeSchreiben_01.plclab" can be found in the directory of documents of the user in "PlcLab-Editor\Examples". Additional example for writing a new collision group In the next example, a circle object is transported by a conveying element. On the conveying element there is a limit switch which overwrites the collision group of the circle object in the case of a collision. The collision group to be written can be specified using a slider. Depending on the setting, the circular object is transported away by the auxiliary conveyer 1, 2, or 3. In the property "Additional collision groups", the auxiliary conveyer have been set so that they only transport objects of collision group 1, 2, or 3. This layout with the name "KollisionsGruppeSchreiben_02.plclab" can be found in the directory of documents of the user in "PlcLab-Editor\Examples".	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1586
__label__wiki	0.710537	0.710537	Undercover Footage Shows Brutal Factory Conditions, Children Buried Alive — All For Apple Products Waylae Gregoire· · December 19, 2014 ·2 min read Secret footage taken from Chinese factories and illegal child-labor mines show the horrible price paid to make iPhones and iPads. A BBC-Panorama documentary investigating Apple’s production factories in China uncovered workers who are forced to endure appalling conditions to produce Apple products. Undercover workers for the BBC secretly investigated the Foxconn and Pegatron factories in China where iPhones and iPads are produced. Foxconn made headlines in 2010 when 14 of its workers committed suicide after working in labor-camp conditions — Apple then made promises to protect workers in its supply chains. The documentary reveals that conditions have not improved much: -Workers have their ID cards confiscated by managers upon employment at the factory to ensure they can’t go anywhere — it is illegal to not have your ID card on you at all times in China. -Factory dorm rooms built for eight workers each house 12. -Factory managers bully workers into working overtime. Workers endure over 12-hour work days, clocking over 60 hours a week, which is far from Apple’s established guidelines. The BBC claims that factories falsify paperwork to make it look like workers agree to work nights. -Because of exhaustion, workers sleeping in their position on the line is common, but exposed live wires can also mean that dozing off will result in electrocution. Many simply fall from exhaustion. But in Indonesia, things only get worse. The team went a step further to uncover the source of the raw material the factories use — an illegal tin mine in Bangka, Indonesia, where child workers are routinely buried alive by mudslides, their mangled bodies with mouths full of sand are retrieved by heavy construction diggers afterward. Children sift through mud pits, picking up tin ore by hand. Mudslides occur often where mud walls are hosed down as child miners scramble below to gather ore. This rainforest mining operation also destroys the landscape, transforming a dense jungle into a muddy desert. Ryan General· March 29, 2016 Man With Balls of Steel Takes Selfie With EgyptAir Hijacker Who Held Him Hostage The BBC also traced tin suppliers to illegal operations off the coast of Indonesia that drudge the seabed for tin ore, permanently destroying coral reefs and creating seas of mud that ruin the ecosystem. In response to the BBC footage, Apple CEO Tim Cook and senior vice president of operations Jeff Williams responded with a letter to 5,000 staff members across the U.K., describing themselves as “deeply offended” by the allegations. “Last night, the BBC’s Panorama program called those values into question. Like many of you, Tim and I were deeply offended by the suggestion that Apple would break a promise to the workers in our supply chain or mislead our customers in any way … We will not rest until every person in our supply chain is treated with the respect and dignity they deserve.” The letter is basically filled with the “facts” of Apple’s operation, which basically claim that yes, while these allegations may be true, Apple is doing more than any other company out there to ensure safe working conditions. This fact still remains, however — when you bought your iPhone or iPad, you paid for the spilled blood of Chinese factory workers and Indonesian children. You can check out the full documentary here on Youtube. applechildchildrenchinaworkers	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1590
__label__cc	0.74455	0.25545	Nicola Cameron Writes Nicola Cameron, bestselling author of the Two Thrones series Bad Alpha: Manlove Edition Executive Assistant: Manlove Edition HIS: Manlove Edition Uniform Fetish: Manlove Edition Vanilla-Free Christmas: Manlove Edition Pleasures in Time (J.T. Handler) Pharaoh’s Pleasure (Pleasures in Time 1) A Boon by Moonlight Behind the Iron Cross Degree of Resistance Esposito County Shifters Shifter Woods: Howl Shifter Woods: Roar Shifter Woods: Snarl Shifter Woods: Growl Grading the Curve Olympic Cove Storm Season (Olympic Cove Book 1) Breaker Zone (Olympic Cove Book 2) Deep Water (Olympic Cove Book 3) Olympic Cove Series Wiki Planet Alpha: Assassin To My Muse Stealing Dmitri Two Thrones Empress of Storms (Two Thrones Book 1) Palace of Scoundrels (Two Thrones Book 2) Lady of Thorns (Two Thrones Book 3) Red Robin and the Huntsman (Two Thrones Novella 1) Two Thrones Series Wiki Two Thrones: Characters Two Thrones: Countries Give In / Closer to the Beast / All For One / Sleep I Can’t Take You Anywhere Only Boys and Horses Prelude to a Storm Content Advisories Natasha M. Stark Wicked Wednesday Reads: The Tattoo Artist’s Mate Posted by nicolacameronwrites Happy Wednesday, darlings! Today I’m here with Raven McAllan to celebrate her collaboration with the late and very much missed Doris O’Connor, The Tattoo Artist’s Mate. Here’s what Raven has to say about it: Hi there and thank you for welcoming to your blog, on this bittersweet occasion. (this is Raven) As most people know, my bestie, the sister I’d never had, the other half of me, the lovely Doris O’Connor passed away in January from Cancer of an unknown primary. To say this knocked me for six is an understatement. We knew it wasn’t going to be a good outcome, but it happened so fast. Those of you who followed her on Facebook and twitter will know how it went. Ironically, she rang me to tell me, just as I was … at a large supermarket collecting for cancer research! When she went into hospital she was in pain and bored. Nagging me over my Regencies (finish it already, write the sex, just do it) and wondering how to pass the time. I remember a germ of an idea we’d had a couple of years ago about a tattoo artist who was a shifter. Wrote the first bit and sent it to her with a note … over to you… I got a giggle gif and a thumbs up. Then Doris’s words. It was, I was told up to me to amalgamate everything. So the Skype messages went back and forth, and we plotted the story, wrote it both in sequence and odd scenes we knew had to go in somewhere. Until the time she was in too much pain to write any more. But she did make me promise to finish the book. Add as much as was needed, but finish it. This is the result of our collaboration. I have two hopes … okay, three. One, you enjoy it, Two. you can’t see the seams, Three, we sell lots and lots and lots and give Doria a fabulous bestseller send off. When Isla Campbell leaves her so-called Dom, she is determined never to sub again. All she wants is her tattoo removed and to live a quiet life with no dominant, or domineering men in it. Until she meets Gaspar MacDonald, tattoo artist and unbeknown to her, a bear shifter. Isla calls to Gaspar in the most basic of ways, he knows she is his mate. Now all he has to do is persuade Isla of that fact. Oh and explain he’s a Dom, and a shifter, and that subbing for your Dom is not what she thought it was, but much better. Will Isla trust him enough to discover if they have what would be the perfect match? Story Excerpt I didn’t get a chance to answer. I was too busy trying not to come as he kissed and then sucked my nipples, and saints above, began to play with my clit. Oh Lordy, so bloody good. I think I moaned, but to be honest, I was drowning in the sensation so I had no idea. Somehow, I managed to find his cock and stroke it. It was Noah’s turn to moan now. “Fuck it, I want to be in you. Need to be in you, and I’ve no bloody condoms.” He moved away a bit and I took advantage of the fact to get onto my knees, take his cock into my mouth, and lave it. Not a boy scout then. “On the pill,” I mumbled around a mouthful of hot, hard, but soft as silk, male flesh. “Clean, and fuck it, fill me.” I took one long hard pull on his dick and let go with a plop. Better than an ice lolly any day. Noah didn’t hesitate, thank goodness, and had me on my back and his cock poised at the entrance to my channel faster than I could say climax. “Got to be now, love.” Just as well. He pushed. I clenched my inner muscles—thank goodness for Kegel exercises—and held him tight. Noah swore and laughed. I grinned and we set up that age-old motion of in, out, tighten, release until I felt him swell even more inside me. My nipples hurt in the best possible way. “Sheesh, now got to be, oh Lord, help please…” I was almost incoherent, sobbing, throbbing, and any other ing you could mention. It was pleasure, it was pain, it was… “Now!” Noah roared, and his hot, sticky release filled me. “Yes.” I let myself fly and saw stars as my climax hit me with all the subtlety of a baseball hit by a champion. Yeah, I was a screamer. Did I care? Not one bit. I moaned, groaned, and wriggled as well. Loved it all. Amazon US \| Amazon UK \| Barnes & Noble \| Kobo \| iTunes \| Evernight \| Smashwords Raven lives in Scotland, along with her husband and their two cats — their children having flown the nest — surrounded by beautiful scenery, which inspires a lot of the settings in her books. She is used to sharing her life with the occasional deer, red squirrel, and lost tourist, to say nothing of the scourge of Scotland — the midge. Her very understanding and long-suffering DH, is used to his questions unanswered, the dust bunnies greeting him as he walks through the door, and rescuing burned offerings from the Aga. (And passing her a glass of wine as she types furiously.) Website \| Blog \| Raven’s Facebook \| Author Page on Facebook \| Twitter Doris is a writer of sensual, sassy, and sexy tales involving alpha heroes to die for, and heroines who give as good as they get. From contemporary to paranormal, Sci-fi, BDSM, M/M, and Ménage, haunting love stories are guaranteed. Website \| Twitter \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Instagram \| Evernight Publishing Amazon \| BookStrand \| Barnes & Noble Posted in Evernight Publishing, Wicked Wednesday Reads Comments Off on Wicked Wednesday Reads: The Tattoo Artist’s Mate Tags: BDSM romance, bear shifter, Doris O'Connor, Evernight Publishing, paranormal romance, Raven McAllan, shifter romance, The Tattoo Artist's Mate Marvelous Monday Reads: Golden Welcome to another edition of Marvelous Monday Reads, darlings! Today I’m featuring Allyson Young and her delicious new shifter romance Golden (The Pride of Panthers 1), now available from purveyors of fine online romance. Take it away, Allyson! Trace da Costa is determined to unite the nomadic and unsocial panther shifters of the Americas in order to add their voice—as a pride—to that of the rest of the world’s shifters. Humans are aware shifters exist which has led to innumerable problems, especially threatening the survival of the solitary big cats. His followers have already embraced the idea of mating and staying together to raise their cubs and when he finds his mate he must convince her of the rationale behind the change in tradition. Aura Maas has no interest in males, aside from the occasional one night stand and even if Trace da Costa is her mate she isn’t willing to give up her lonely lifestyle, having become inured to it at an early age. She is well aware of the risks with no one to have her back and resistant to the idea of being responsible for another—especially a cub or two. But she’s impossibly drawn to Trace and when danger strikes they make a formidable team. Not to mention how great the sex is. She agrees to commit for a month, against her better judgment because her cat has already accepted him and her human side is fighting a losing battle. But there are other forces at work, from traditionalists to hunters and it’s only when she flees on instinct and Trace follows her that she accepts her fate. She is claimed by him—and him by her. “Where is she?” The tension in his voice betrayed his need. Rock Gideon spoke from the side of his mouth. “Secured in the back room.” His gut clenched as his entire body went on alert. “What do you mean, secured?” “Tied, wrapped, and gagged. Secured. She should be waking up from the injection right about now.” “You drugged and secured my mate.” A stupid man might have missed the dire warning in Trace’s tone. Rock was anything but. Easing up on his elbows, the big male shook his hair from his eyes. Trace held his stare, their beasts close to the surface. The wolf broke first and dropped his gaze for an instant. “It took five of my pack to subdue her. Shade and Blaze are still recovering—in wolf form! It was a fucking bloodbath. Without the injection, you’d still be looking for her, and how I managed to administer that is a mystery.” Despite the damage to Rock’s people, Trace couldn’t help but feel a frisson of arrogance and satisfaction. Aura Maas was worthy of him and his pride. Not that his loosely knit group of panthers were actually a pride, but they were still connected. And he required a mate to help bind them together before their kind faded into the mist. It was his lifelong ambition and one within his grasp. He’d outlived his parents, and his sister… Well, he hadn’t given up hope for Ariana, not yet, but most everyone else had, and it was as if he was the last of his line. And so he was determined to build a larger family, both for safety and longevity of their species. “I apologize for your trouble and offer my regards to your pack. I’ll also increase the prize money.” With a huff, Rock turned back to his beer. His tone was admiring, if grudging. “Whoever tames that cat will have a lifetime of—” Whatever the wolf thought Trace would have with Aura was clearly beyond his ability to describe. Trace hid a smug smile and said, “I’ll see her now.” “Help yourself. Just keep between her and the fucking door once you cut her free.” Rock fished a key out of his shirt pocket. “New deadbolt. And the window is barred. We’ve kept … guests before.” The information gave him pause but for a moment. Whomever Rock kept prisoner or in a way station wasn’t his business. The alpha wolf had a reputation of being on the up and up. Regardless, he didn’t have time to ponder. His mate awaited him. Allyson Young aka Peri Elizabeth Scott lives in cottage country, Manitoba, Canada where she and her husband pretend to work well together in their seasonal business. She has always enjoyed the written word, and after reading an erotic romance, quite by mistake, decided to try her hand at penning one. That was followed by a mix of spicy (Ally) and sweet (Peribeth) romances in various genres as well as a post-apocalyptic adventure without a lick of romance by Peribeth. A bestselling Amazon author, a hybrid, and a coauthor, as of August 2018 she has published seven series and several standalones—all available on Amazon—with others in the works. Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/sweetnspicyauthor/ Posted in Marvelous Monday Reads Comments Off on Marvelous Monday Reads: Golden Tags: Allyson Young, golden, paranormal romance, shifter romance Wicked Wednesday Reads: Arctic Spirit Happy Wednesday, everyone! Today I’m bringing you Elena Kincaid’s hot new paranormal romance Arctic Spirit (Arctic Ice #1), now available from Evernight Publishing and other online purveyors of fine romance. Take it away, Elena! Thank you so much for hosting ARCTIC SPIRIT (Arctic Ice #1) on your blog. This story was previously published in an anthology and new details along with a hint at another new series set in the same world have been added. I have at least three books planned in each series. I have fallen so in love with my tigers and dragons and hope your readers will too. Charlotte Austen has been in love with her two best friends, Chris and Drew Malcom, since high school, but choosing between them was never an option. The day she said goodbye to them was a painful one, especially since she thought she would never see them again. Ten years and one visit later changes everything. Alaskan tiger shifters, Chris and Drew, have never gotten over Charlotte. The fact that they were both in love with her was never the problem … being destined for a mate, however, was. They reach out to her, hoping to find a way to resume their friendship. The three of them get an unsuspected surprise when they see each other again. The trio’s happy discovery does not come without a price. Jealousy and prejudice threaten to destroy the budding romance. Will Chris and Drew be able to stop the threat before they lose the love of their lives forever? Drew pulled her to him and kissed her fiercely. She heard a low growl coming from the back of his throat and that only turned her on more. She had heard growls emanating from them before and quite a bit in the past two days, confusing them for simple male grunting sounds, but now she knew that the sound was a far more primal one. Soon after, his kiss turned playful, as he first licked the top of her lip and then nipped it. She moaned at the sensation and felt her nipples harden against his chest and her belly contracted with excitement, all modesty forgotten. She had thought about what her first kiss would feel like with them, but her thoughts had paled in comparison with this reality. She moaned again, louder this time, when Drew pulled back slightly and cupped her breasts. Chris moved in closer from behind and began to gift her with kisses to the nape of her neck, gliding his hands up and down her sides. Drew ended their kiss with another playful bite, but to her bottom lip this time. He exhaled loudly, while she tried to catch her breath. “You should get some more rest,” he said with regret. “I have done nothing but sleep for the last two days.” Rest was the last thing she wanted right now. “Please don’t stop.” “Mmm … I can smell her desire,” Chris said right before he tugged on her earlobe with his teeth. Drew closed his eyes as he inhaled. “You smell delicious.” “You can—” Charlotte did not have a chance to finish her sentence. Chris tilted her head to deliver another breath-stealing kiss, leaving his hand splayed right under her neck. Charlotte threw her arms up and over behind Chris’s neck. Drew wasted no time in taking advantage of her inviting position. He cupped her breasts again before bringing them closer together and sucked hard on her nipples in turn. “You have such beautiful breasts,” he murmured against as he continued to lavish his attention on them. Chris let loose another sexy growl as she tugged on his hair. He used his free hand to glide down her belly, moving the covers away from her body. She nearly convulsed when his fingers made contact with her soaking-wet pussy. She wanted his fingers inside her, but he only toyed with her at first, rubbing her lips, parting them, and then rubbing the wet flesh between. “I want a taste,” he said, cupping her firmly. She let out an incoherent sound of agreement. “Lay down, baby,” Drew said, releasing her breasts. She complied, positioning herself on her back and then she boldly spread her legs in invitation. Chris moved between them. He massaged her breasts and then ran his hands down the length of her torso to her thighs as if his hands were memorizing her body. “You’re so fucking beautiful, Char.” Drew lay down beside her. “Chris and I are going to acquaint ourselves with every beautiful inch of you, and then when you are ready, we are going to claim you, permanently.” Amazon \| Evernight \| Bookstrand \| Barnes & Noble \| Kobo \| Amazon UK \| Amazon Fr Elena Kincaid is an award-winning and Amazon best-selling author. She writes Paranormal and Contemporary Romances. She developed a passion for reading and writing at an early age, and loves to write what she loves to read, usually romance with a paranormal twist. Her desk is constantly cluttered with journals, sticky notes, and torn-out pieces of paper full of ideas. She was born in Ukraine and raised in New York, where she currently lives with her daughter. She graduated college with a BFA in creative writing, and in addition to writing, she also started a graphic design business a few years after graduating. When not working, Elena loves to spend time with her family, travel the globe, curl up with a good book, and catch up on her soaps. Blog \| Website \| Twitter \| FB Author Page \| Amazon \| Goodreads \| Street Team \| Instagram Comments Off on Wicked Wednesday Reads: Arctic Spirit Tags: Arctic Spirit, Elena Kincaid, MFM romance, paranormal romance, shifter romance, tiger shifters Marvelous Monday Reads: Alpha’s Alpha Welcome to another edition of Marvelous Monday Reads, angels! Today I’m featuring Elyzabeth M. VaLey and her new M/M shifter romance Alpha’s Alpha. Take it away, Elyzabeth! Thank you for having me at your blog today! I’m excited to share my latest release with you, Alpha’s Alpha (Moon Point 2). This story is a standalone of a brand new series which revolves around the shifter bar, Moon Point. If you’ve read Evernight Publishing’s Owned by the Alpha anthology, you’ll find the first story in the series there. Funnily enough, Lee’s character came to me long before I had even thought up the idea for the series. As a matter a fact, if I remember correctly, it was right after writing Reine’s Salvation (Alpha Protectors I). I was out for a walk with my dog and was thinking about the future characters in that series when a name came to me out of the blue. Lee. Leeland. I tried to fit the pieces together, but Lee’s name didn’t seem to match the Alpha Protector’s series, so I figured I’d let it stew for a bit and see what my muse had to offer. Little by little, my generous muse offered me more information. He had blond hair. Green eyes. An easy smile. He had a strong personality but he knew how to pick his battles. He was a shifter. A puma. Then, I started writing Alpha’s Sunshine (Moon Point I) for the anthology call, and BAM! There was Lee. He was best friends with wolf shifter Sisu and he was the manager of Moon Point. Even while I was writing Sisu’s story, Lee was at the back of my mind, waiting patiently. (Alkaline was a bit more pushy. I guess it’s the lion genes. LOL). I really wanted to write their story for the manlove edition of the anthology but sadly, I ran out of time. However, Lee and Alkaline were understanding and soon after I set to work in their story. As I did, not only did Lee reveal himself more to me, Alkaline did too. I was thrilled and utterly in love with these two men. Perhaps because their story was revealed little by little to me, Lee and Alkaline both hold a special place in my heart, so when Evernight Publishing agreed to publish Alpha’s Alpha, I was ecstatic and even now, knowing that they’ve made it out into the world brings a smile onto my face. I hope you enjoy it too! Lee never thought he’d find his mate at a club, but even less so, did he expect him to be, Alkaline, the leader of the mafia organization known as the Claws. If the lion shifter were not an alpha, things might be easier, but as it is, his mate is bent on keeping them apart. Not that it matters to Lee, he’ll hunt him down and make him his. Alkaline doesn’t do sweet. Nor vulnerable. Nor submissive. So when his lion decides that his soulmate is an alpha puma, he refuses to accept it. After all, whoever heard of two alphas mating? However, resisting Lee is harder than he ever imagined. With two men battling for dominance, who will end up on top? And will their romance survive the match? The beat of the music made the floor vibrate. The strobe lights flashed, creating a maddening effect. Lee lifted his arms toward the ceiling, and swayed his hips. He mouthed the words to the popular song, allowing the rhythm to wash over him and obliterate any thoughts and worries he still carried from the long day at work. The animal within him stirred. Tossing and turning, it gathered energy from the pulsing tones and climbed to the surface as if awakening from a long sleep. Lee’s blood pumped faster. His vision refocused, throwing everything into sharp contrast, from the shimmering contents of beverages in clear glasses, to the glittery eye makeup of a random stranger. The club smelled like sweat and alcohol. Bodies pressed together, swaying, moving. Glass shattered somewhere followed by a chorus of “Oh!” and loud laughter. All around, people enjoyed a night out, oblivious to anything more than what lay a few feet from them. Unaware of the hunter in their midst. Lee licked his lips. His cock twitched. It’d been too long since he’d prowled the night for a bed companion. Focused on his work as manager of the shifter bar Moon Point, sometimes he forgot to have fun, to give into his baser instincts. Normally, he’d go home, relieve himself, and fall asleep until the next day. But he was a puma, a night prowler. And tonight, after he’d closed Moon Point, he knew driving to the countryside and going for a run wouldn’t be enough. He was restless, yearning for something more which he could only describe as the need for company, for the feel of skin against skin, for the gentle caress of caring hands, if only for a few hours. It was time to hunt. Lee glanced around and caught the eye of a handsome stud with dark, puppy eyes. He grinned. The stranger looked away, then back at him, a small smile playing on his lips. Swerving his hips, Lee started to make his way toward the man and stopped. The hint of a welcoming scent caressed his senses. A desert breeze mingled with rare wildflowers. A spark lit up his core, sending a shiver of excitement through him. The top of his ears tingled. Lee spun. His heart froze, then resurged, pounding frantically. Alkaline. He’d never been formally introduced to the lion shifter, but he knew him on sight. He had to. One didn’t manage a bar in one of the seediest neighborhoods of the city without knowing the local gangs. Besides, Alkaline wasn’t exactly easy to miss. At six-foot-five, with shoulder-length red-blond hair, a matching beard, and slightly tanned skin, he stood out wherever he went. Lee watched him move. His cock twitched. There was nothing submissive about the male specimen coming in his direction, parting the crowd like some kind of god. Alkaline exuded power, force, and unbridled passion. Their gazes locked and desire rushed through him. Hell, yes. This was just what he needed. A real challenge. Lee extended his hand and Alkaline took it. The lion pulled him close with a firm tug. Hand on his waist, Alkaline guided him to the music. Lee sucked in his cheeks to keep from laughing. Hell would freeze over before he was the one following. He pushed back, forcing Alkaline to release him. Then, rolling forward, he placed his hands on Alkaline’s hips and took the lead. The lion snarled. His amber eyes flashed a warning. Lee didn’t retreat. His cock thickened inside his jeans, rubbing against the material. Abruptly, Alkaline dipped him slightly backwards, threaded his fingers in his hair and held, forcing Lee to stare at him. His puma growled. Bursting through his defenses, it forced his vision to change. It turned sharper, more attuned to the man in front of him, from the tiny wrinkles in the corner of his eyes, to the small mole above his brow, to the thin coat of sweat which made his face glisten. Alkaline glared at him. Lee’s blood pressure spiked along with his raging libido. He wouldn’t be the first to drop his gaze. He pursed his mouth. The music changed and someone slammed into them, breaking the connection. They both moved at the same time. Lips clashed. Hungry. Hard. Lee’s fingers threaded into Alkaline’s long reddish mane and Alkaline rested his hand on the nape of Lee’s neck, bringing him closer. Their tongues entwined, desperately seeking for more, until the air ran out of their lungs and they broke apart panting. For a second, they gauged each other, and Lee wondered if he looked as bewildered and as consumed by lust as the other man. Just when he was about to speak, Alkaline grabbed his hand and placed it over his erection. Lee groaned. “I need to have you, now,” Alkaline said. Evernight Publishing \| Amazon.com \| Amazon.uk \| Bookstrand Elyzabeth M. VaLey is a writer of sizzling, sexy romance who firmly believes in happy ever after. From paranormal to contemporary, fantasy, or historical, she enjoys exploring her characters’ darker side and writing stories about tortured heroes, strong heroines, and all that comes between them and their love. When she’s not writing, she can be found walking in the Spanish countryside with her black Lab, exploring castles, or enjoying some tapas with her friends. Blog \| Website \| Facebook \| Twitter \| Instagram \| Goodreads \| Pinterest \| Amazon Posted in Evernight Publishing, Marvelous Monday Reads Tags: alpha's alpha, Elyzabeth M. VaLey, Evernight Publishing, m/m romance, Moon Point, paranormal romance, shifter romance It was perfect. #MWTease from Shifter Woods: Roar #PNR #MMromance Woohoo, happy Summer Solstice, y’all! It’s also Wednesday, which means I have a pyroclastic new teaser for you from the next entry in the Esposito County Shifters series, Shifter Woods: Roar, now available for pre-order from Amazon and available everywhere for 99¢ on June 27th. As always, fulsome thanks go out to the glorious Angelica Dawson for hosting MWT. Make sure to hit the list after the teaser to see other great Mid Week Teases! On the run from armed lowlifes in New Mexico’s Sandia Mountains, news photographer Gavin Leeds is rescued from certain death by local company owner Mike Ivanov. When a snowstorm strands them in Mike’s cabin, Gavin discovers to his shock that his enigmatic rescuer is also an Alpha bear shifter who believes that Gavin is his heart’s mate. Some hot and dirty sex with the gorgeous shifter who saved his life is one thing, but Gavin doesn’t believe in fated mates or happily ever afters. Mike has enough problems with his pack as it is; they’re not thrilled that he won’t be siring the next Alpha, and now he has to answer a challenge from one of his pack members. Having his heart’s mate show up on the same night doesn’t help. Finding out that his mate is a snarky, rebellious human with a commitment problem and an ass he wants to bite? Nobody ever said an Alpha’s life was going to be easy. Gavin’s mouth watered as he studied the cock that pulsed gently in front of his face. Thick and wrapped in veins, Mike’s shaft bulged a little in the middle before tapering to the upturned plum head, already crowned with a bead of salty honey. Gavin could smell the meaty, musky scent coming from it, and had to swallow a mouthful of sweet water before he could do anything else. Resting his hands on Mike’s thighs, he leaned forward and licked a delicate, wet stripe up the sensitive underside, using just the tip of his tongue to paint warm saliva on that soft, soft skin. A faint tremor ran through Mike’s muscles and the thick pole bobbed again, the roadmap of veins standing out just a little more in relief. Time to show off his mad skills. This time Gavin flattened his tongue, dragging the flat of it up that warm, hard flesh to the little triangular notch under the crest and scrubbing it, finishing off with a teasing little lick. Mike made a muffled noise that could have been pain if Gavin didn’t know better. And the way he tasted was amazing. Salt, musk, a hint of something sharp and bitter, a warm and primal taste that was pure male, yes, but there was also something resinous as well, like rosemary rubbed over the skin. Gavin had grown up with pots of rosemary blooming in his momma’s kitchen window, and the taste reminded him of warm Texas mornings when the day would stretch out in front of him without a care in the world. He flicked his tongue against the edge of the corona, licking up to the tiny eye hidden in the slit. Salt and more of that wonderful woody taste flowed over his tongue and he swallowed, smacking his lips. He needed more. Opening his mouth, he sucked in the thick rounded head, closing his lips behind the ridged corona and running his tongue around it in a lazy spiral. More precome pearled onto his tongue and he swallowed it greedily, increasing his suction as his head started to bob. Overhead, he heard Mike’s breathing pick up, short exhalations that were broken up by soft, wordless sounds of praise or pleading, he couldn’t tell which. Gavin concentrated on what was in his mouth, humming softly now as he massaged the proud flesh with his lips and tongue. He fucking loved doing this, taking a big man and making him helpless with something as soft as a kiss. Click here to view this Linky Tools list… Posted in Belaurient Publishing, Mid Week Tease, Shifter Woods: Roar Tags: bear shifter, m/m romance, Mid Week Tease, nicola cameron, paranormal romance, PNR, shifter romance, Shifter Woods: Roar #SexySnippets: Shifter Woods: Roar #PNR #ParanormalRomance Sexy Snippets are seven sentences, taken from a work in progress, or published book, brought to you every Sunday. Allow me to present a teaser from my new paranormal shifter romance Shifter Woods: Roar (Esposito County Shifters 2), out on June 27th and available for pre-order. Gavin Leeds was maybe an inch or two taller than him, and leanly muscled without being bulky from what he could tell through the jacket and jeans. Classic All American boy with his strong jawline, shock of dirty blond hair, a nose that looked like it had been broken once, and direct green eyes. And the lips. God, what Mike wanted to do with those full, firm lips. Nibble them, suck on them, slip his tongue between them. Watch them wrap around his dick and slide up and down while Gavin’s tongue massaged the underside of his shaft. Listen to them moan, gasp, and beg as he sank into Gavin’s tight ass and rode him to ecstasy. After getting separated from his colleague Laurie Rivera and being chased by rifle-toting rednecks through the Sandia Mountains, photojournalist and former UFC fighter Gavin Leeds is shocked to learn that the enigmatic man who rescues him is not only an Alpha bear shifter, but believes that Gavin is his heart’s mate. Gavin’s down for some hot and dirty sex with the gorgeous, dangerous shifter, but he doesn’t believe in fated mates or happily ever afters. Mike Ivanov has enough problems with his pack as it is; they’re not thrilled that he’s gay and won’t be siring the next Alpha, and now he has to answer a challenge from one of his more homophobic pack members. Having his heart’s mate show up on the same night doesn’t help. Finding out that his mate is a snarky, rebellious human with an attitude and an ass he wants to bite? Well, nobody ever said an Alpha’s life was going to be easy. Click here to view other Sexy Snippets, and follow Sexy Snippets on Facebook and Twitter. Posted in Belaurient Publishing, Sexy Snippets, Shifter Woods: Roar Tags: bear shifter, m/m romance, New Mexico, nicola cameron, paranormal romance, shifter romance, Shifter Woods: Roar “Should I keep going?” #MWTease from Shifter Woods: Roar #PNR Whee, it’s Wednesday! Which means I have a hot little teaser for you from the next entry in the Esposito County Shifters series, Shifter Woods: Roar. After being chased through the snow-choked Sandia Mountains, former UFC fighter Gavin Leeds is shocked to learn that the enigmatic man who rescued him is not only an Alpha bear shifter, but Gavin’s new mate. Unfortunately, other members of Mike Ivanov’s Green Pine bear pack aren’t happy about their Alpha mating a human, and Gavin and Mike must overcome differences of their own to rescue Mike’s beta from an icy death. Thanks go out to Angelica Dawson for hosting MWT, and make sure to hit the list after the teaser to see other great Mid Week Teases! Mike straightened up and a spike of pain dug into his side. “Look, I need that bath. I’ll explain everything afterwards.” “Shit.” Gavin hesitated, then nodded. “Okay, how can I help?” “Don’t worry about it. I got this.” “Bullshit.” The words were firm. “I know when someone’s hurting from a fight, dude. What do you need?” Mike sighed. He had expected Duncan to stay behind and help him get patched up. If Gavin wanted to do it, he was in no shape to say no. “Go fill the bathtub. Not boiling, but a few degrees above body temperature.” “Got it.” Gavin headed to the bathroom and Mike followed, grimacing now at the burning pain from the claw marks along his side. They weren’t life-threatening, but they were going to slow him down significantly. And of all nights, this was not the one he wanted to be hampered by challenge injuries. You should be damned lucky I didn’t bounce you out of the pack tonight, Barnson. By the time he shuffled into the bathroom Gavin was running water into the oversized clawfoot bathtub. It had been Mike’s real indulgence with the cabin, and was big enough to fit a person at each raised end if they were willing to be friendly. He liked soaking in it after pack meetings and runs, giving both his brain and body a chance to unwind. He hadn’t told anyone about his fantasies of sprawling in it with his mate. With any luck, his fantasy was going to come true tonight. Gavin turned at his entrance, frowning. “Jesus. You really are banged up.” “I’ll live.” Mike shrugged, immediately regretting it when the movement pulled on the claw marks. His mate snorted. “Yeah, right. What kind of painkillers do you have?” “Aspirin’s in the medicine cabinet.” Gavin dug through the cabinet until he found the prosaic plastic bottle filled with white pills. He rattled it. “Okay, you’re gonna take four of these—“ “Four?” “Nurse’s dose, prescription strength. I wish I had some gummies on me, but we’ll make do.” Mike watched as Gavin shook out four aspirin and handed them over, followed by the bathroom glass full of cold tap water. “You mean pot gummies?” New Mexico had legalized the use of medical marijuana, but most shifters didn’t have to worry about chronic pain or the other ailments that could be eased by the drug. The shaggy blond head nodded. “Although I use the ones that mainly have CBD in them instead of THC, the stuff that gets you high. I’m not trying to get wasted, I just want to keep my pain under control.” Mike frowned at that. He could deal with his own pain, but he didn’t like the idea of Gavin hurting. “What kind of pain?” “The hit that put me in a coma left me with some spinal damage and residual nerve pain. Regular NSAIDs don’t help a lot with that and I’ve seen too many fighters get screwed up on opioids, so I got a medical marijuana card. And since I don’t like smoking, I stick with the gummies.” Gavin flashed a grin. “Don’t worry. It’s not like I sit there eating Cheetos and watching cartoons all day.” Mike tossed the aspirin into his mouth, following them with a slug of water. “I didn’t think you did,” he said after swallowing. If nothing else, chronic pain would be one thing Gavin wouldn’t have to worry about anymore once he was claimed. “Um. I’m gonna need to get undressed.” The air between them changed, growing charged with a mutual awareness of each other. Gavin’s head quirked to the side, green eyes glinting. “Already saw you naked. Want some help getting the shirt off?” Mike tried raising his arms and hissed. “Yeah.” “Okay, then.” Gavin moved into his personal space like he’d always been there. Despite the pain, Mike was acutely aware of his mate’s scent, a mix of clean sweat, the aromatics of Texas brushwood, and something green. That scent, the heat from Gavin’s body, and the visual of Gavin’s hands undoing his shirt buttons one by one sent desire trickling through him like slow honey. His dick started to thicken in his jeans and he fought a powerful urge to pull Gavin against it. Yeah, no. With your luck, he’d hit your side and it would hurt like hell. Just be patient for once. Gavin opened the shirt and eased it over Mike’s shoulders, glancing downward. He grimaced. “Dude. He whaled on you.” Mike looked down at the multicolored bruises spreading across one side of his ribcage. The claw marks were crimson against them, and stung even in the increasingly humid air. “Part of being an Alpha. I have to take on all challengers. They’ll be healed by tomorrow, I promise.” “If you say so.” Gavin finished pulling the shirt off and tossed it onto the bathroom counter. He turned back, resting the tips of his fingers on the edge of Mike’s belt. “Should I keep going?” Mike licked his lips. If he got any harder, injuries or no injuries, he was going to pull this cocky, gorgeous human onto the floor and fuck him silly. “Yeah.” Gavin’s irises contracted, turning into a band of moss green around a dark center. He undid the belt, letting the clinking buckle dangle. The back of his hand brushed against Mike’s growing erection. “Yeah, you must be feeling better.” “You know how it is. Fight, then fuck.” “Yeah.” Gavin’s hand turned over and he cupped Mike’s bulge. “You sure you’re up for it, though?” There was no way he was letting Gavin leave the cabin without being claimed. “Did you want to have sex with me tonight?” Gavin laughed shortly. “Yeah, I was hoping you’d be interested. But I didn’t expect you to have to fight a freaking bear first.” “We all have our little challenges.” He thrust lightly into Gavin’s hand. “Keep going.” Posted in Mid Week Tease, Shifter Woods: Roar Nicola’s Sunday Shoutout: L.J. Longo #PNR Today’s Sunday Shoutout goes to L.J. Longo, whose sizzling new paranormal romance Hiring the Tiger is now available from Evernight Publishing and other purveyors of fine erotic romance. And now, here’s L.J.! Thanks for having me on your site! I’m excited to share Hiring the Tiger because it’s both my first F/M story and also my first series. While Hiring the Tiger is a stand-alone, there will be three other books in the series about the rest of the pack. A tiger shouldn’t be picking tea-leaves and carrying luggage, but that’s the only job Navarro sees in his future. He’s learned to be humble since he and his friends, a wolf pack, exchanged their former careers as highway robbers for prison. Then Lady Jasprite Doughton, a merchant with all the grace of the far East and the wealth of the West, whirls through the village on the back of a dragon and reminds Navarro what it means to want something. With her dominating sexual tastes and her powerful personality, Jasprite challenges his body, his lust, his loyalty to his friends, and his own worth. After all, is gold enough to buy a tiger? Nav worried she wouldn’t like the look of the bands, too dirty, too bold. Then he scoffed because he didn’t give a damn if she liked the look of them. Then he worried she’d decide he was a frivolous expense. Fuck the bet, he’d take for her free. Now, he wanted her. Now she was here. He smelled her in the hallway, potent and sexual. She walked with quick long strides and opened the door before he could decide if he ought to be found in the balcony or on the bed. Jasprite locked the door after she entered, then dropped the key into her front vest pocket. She grinned at him, the kind of leer men give the village girls washing their clothing at the river. It made him feel curiously misplaced. “So, the captain was wrong. The chest was delivered safe and whole. You didn’t even open it.” “I didn’t have the key.” He’d resisted the desire to pick it. “Ramsay also said you ought to hire a soldier to do this work.” “A miscreant will do the job more thoroughly.” She pulled off her suit jacket and hung it on a wall hook, never taking her eyes from him. “Though, I’ll be honest, I don’t like animals. Especially, large ones. They don’t take direction well. Your witch said you’re a tiger.” Nav grinned. “She’s not wrong.” The lady’s eyebrow raised with annoyance. He wasn’t playing properly. He tried to be timid again. “Did you want proof, Lady Doughton?” “Never had a tiger for hire.” She grinned at her name then pulled the string of jewels out of her bun, plucked something from the string, and tossed something over to him. He caught a key. “Open the chest.” He knelt and opened the red chest with a gamely smile. The smile left quickly. “Holy Hades…” Under the layers of cotton were shackles, collars, whips. Long thick phallic statues of carved and polished wood, glass, and shining metal molded for a very specific purpose. Gags, hoods, dozens of other toys he’d never seen even in the most wicked books. She chuckled, not a pleasant sound. “I knew you wouldn’t be ready.” “Uh…” He looked from the box to her. He wanted her strong thighs, those tempting breasts, her cruel smile. But the box … men were supposed to use toys like that, not women. “You like my collection?” “I don’t know, actually.” She hummed, unimpressed with his answer. She sauntered over and peered with him into her box of deviance. Her thighs were level with his face, and he inhaled the rich fresh wetness between her legs. He wanted her so much. Nav swallowed, uncomfortable on his knees. He should have been the one staring down at her. She should have been the one to feel small and desired. Instead, she’d made him nothing more than his throbbing cock and his wordless mouth. “Yes, this is exactly my problem with large animals. Especially ones that belong to other women.” She gripped his chin. “I don’t belong to Yenna.” She grinned. “I know who you belong to.” Nav shivered a little at the ownership in her confidence. Jasprite let him go. “I do like a pretty face though. So, I’ll make an exception for you, tiger.” She could still tell him no? He wasn’t sure he had the option himself. The woman unbuttoned her vest. “Pick out what you’ll let me use on you and I’ll tell you what you’re worth.” Evernight Publishing \| Amazon \| Bookstrand L.J. Longo is a queer author, a geek, a feminist, sometime pirate, and is ARe best-selling author of Erotic Romance. L.J.’s work with Evernight includes The Dishonest Lover, Dark Captive: Manlove Edition, and Owned by the Alpha: Manlove Edition. Find more thoughtful, hot erotica at Graceful Indecency where L.J. offers free erotica and contests to win romance e-books. L.J. also sometimes takes a break from writing and messes around on Twitter and Facebook. Website \| Facebook \| Twitter \| Amazon Posted in Evernight Publishing, Sunday Shoutout Comments Off on Nicola’s Sunday Shoutout: L.J. Longo #PNR Tags: Hiring the Tiger, L.J. Longo, mf romance, paranormal romance, PNR, shifter romance Fabulous Friday Reads: Unnatural Allies TGIF! Let’s kick off the weekend with Shari Elder’s hot new paranormal romance Unnatural Allies (Shifting Alliances Book 2), now available from Evernight Publishing and other purveyors of online romance. Take it away, Shari! Thank you so much for having me on your blog. I’m very excited to share Unnatural Allies, Book Two in the paranormal romance series, Shifting Alliances. Although part of a series, it can be read as a stand-alone novel. A World in Transition Violent fae encroachment on shifter land is heating up. With death tolls rising, the impossible becomes necessary – an alliance among predator and prey shifters. An Inconceivable Love Nicca Baron, lone wolf and wolf clan beta, finds herself under the command of Evan Grant, the rat alpha. In different circumstances, he’d be dinner. Or so her wolf keeps reminding her. Evan proves to be a perceptive leader, a skilled fighter and irresistible to her lonely heart. To rule the rats, you have to rule the pack. Evan is a whiz at managing people and groups. Until he finds himself leading a mission made up of every single large animal that thrives on rat flesh. And not the kind between his legs. The only bright light is Nicca. Her storm gray eyes miss nothing, her brilliant mind comprehends everything and her succulent curves offer the perfect place for a rat to nestle. An Impossible Future In each other’s arms, Nicca and Evan discover love and a new perspective in an off-kilter world. But a wolf cannot mate with a rat, no matter the strength of the human attraction. Evan had never seen Nicca look frightened before. Those silver eyes expanded into saucers, and they were still beautiful. He wanted to wrap her in his arms, just hold her close as they both tried to process a world spinning out of control. Even his rat wanted to comfort her. She was getting under skin and fur. The last leaves hung limp on the branches, resisting winter’s pull. Away from the sidhe, the air had warmed, although the sky retained a grayish winter hue. Shifter bodies held heat, keeping them comfortable in the most brutal frost. Evan burned hot from continuous movement, the too frequent adrenaline spikes, and Nicca’s nearness. Everything about her fit, like she was made for him. That agile mind, open-mindedness, those lush curves. Hell, she even spouted poetry. He yearned to put a sign around her neck—no trespassing, this woman belongs to Evan Grant. Except for that whole wolf thing… “Why don’t we find a comfortable place to set up camp near Fairy Falls and call it a day?” he said to get his mind back to practical things, not wishing for something he couldn’t have. He told himself he selected the location as part of the mission. All species declared the pristine, wild falls a safe zone, so they wouldn’t need the wolves or eagles to stand guard. The fact that it was the number one rated site for shifter romances had nothing to do with the selection. Nothing at all. No one would ever accuse Nicca of talking too much, but she was withdrawn even for her on the hike to the Falls. “Any suggestions on places to sleep?” he asked when her silence got too loud for him. “I’ve, uh, never really been here,” she whispered, looking at the ground. “Just run by it on patrols sometimes.” “And that makes you sad?” He itched to run his hand down her cheek. “This mission makes me sad.” Her gaze stayed lowered as she walked. His rat senses perceived a deep despondency wrapped around her like a black aura. “This mission makes you angry, anxious, and confused. Not sad.” “Who are you to correct my assessment of my emotional state?” She gave him a half-hearted snarl. He figured he’d hit an open, raw nerve. “I lead this mission, and I will not have you fall apart on me. Right now, you are not okay.” He opened his arm, aping Rafe’s earlier action, inviting her to him to take comfort. “Let me help.” Let me touch you. She visibly shook herself, ignoring his outstretched limb. “You’re right. I need space. Let me run as wolf.” He dropped his hand, then nodded to cover the ripping sound his heart was making. “Stay close,” he said over the lump of disappointment lodged in his throat. “Give me your backpack, and I’ll find a place to sleep. Meet me at the falls when you’re done.” Relief brightened her eyes. Once shifted, she brushed against his leg, then licked at his hand dangling by his side. He ran his fingers through her thick, gray fur touched with black and silver as she trotted off. “Grab some happy, Nicca,” he said into the air, as she raced out of sight. Come back to me. Accept me. Alone, he hummed as he walked toward the falls. The low tune soothed his skittish rat, who hated being alone and wasn’t too fond of the woods. Rats felt secure in the pack. The human in him appreciated the red gold of the sunset streaking across the powder blue of the sky, weaving in and out of spiky, hunter green firs that ate up the landscape. Beauty truly did soothe an aching heart. The whirr of winter birds, a chorus to his ears, unnerved the rat. He picked up his pace, following the smell of ice and the roar of the falling water. When he arrived at the falls, he saw Nicca standing at the edge of the descending water, running her fingers through the stream. That sadness he’d sensed earlier scented the air and dulled those unique gray eyes. Following a powerful intuition, he approached quietly, staying upwind so she wouldn’t notice until he stood directly behind her. She may have rejected his offer of support earlier, but he was determined to try again. His way. She turned to face him, and tilted her head up to meet his gaze. He pushed behind one ear a lock of hair that was draped along her cheek. The tresses felt like silk, the skin velvet against his fingertips. “Evan?” He leaned over, touching lips to lips ever so gently. Giving comfort. Sneaking a taste. Exploring what might be. She pressed back, her mouth opening slightly beneath his. He sank into cherry and cinnamon, shyness and heat. She didn’t require a friend; she needed a lover. He desperately wanted to be that man. He pulled back, falling hard for the blush staining her cheeks a bright pink. “Follow me,” he said, taking her hand, and led her to the camping spot he noticed along the way. To love a wolf. Evernight \| Amazon \| Bookstrand Hello, I’m Shari. By day, I crawl out of bed, mainline coffee, walk the dog, get my kid off to school, hop on the metro, and save cities within the four walls of my office. Usually by email. At night, the other Shari emerges. I take off the suit, curl up on the couch and let my imagination play, with words and images until stories take shape (while periodically checking on my teen-ager, hiding out in the bedroom and plotting world domination with her furry minions). As my alter ego, I save cities in a cape and spangled tights, wander space and time on a surfboard, fly over the Himalayas on feathered wings, make six-toed footprints in indigo talc snow on the sixth planet in the Andromeda galaxy or eavesdrop on Olympian gods while pretending to whip up a bowl of ambrosia. In all these wondrous worlds, romance and passion blossom. I can’t resist a happy ending. And I am particularly prone to writing happy endings for those who have given up on ever getting one. That gives me immense satisfaction. Website/Blog \| Email \| Twitter \| Facebook \| Pinterest \| Goodreads Posted in Evernight Publishing, Fabulous Friday Reads Tags: Evernight Publishing, mf romance, paranormal romance, PNR, Shari Elder, shifter romance, Shifting Alliances, Unnatural Allies Mid Week Tease: Shifter Woods: Howl #MidWeekTease #MWTease Hello, chumrades, and welcome to Mid Week Tease! This week I’m featuring a snippet from my new paranormal romance Shifter Woods: Howl. As for this scene, well, let’s just say that my Alpha sheriff is dishing out a little sensual retribution for three days of worry. Because Caleb’s like that. Enjoy, and make sure to hit the list after the teaser to see other great Mid Week Teases! Caleb dropped to his knees, pressing kisses into the dark floss at the juncture of Laurie’s thighs before breathing in her scent there. “I’ve been dreaming about tasting you again,” he said, urging her legs apart. She gasped in delight as he laved more kisses across the sensitive flesh there before applying his tongue to her clit in sensual flicks. Electric sparks raced through her body, pushing pleasure ahead of them, and she moaned when he dipped his tongue inside to taste her wetness, pushing one thigh up and over his shoulder for better access. He raised his head and smacked his lips. “Like dark honey with a touch of salt. I think you just became my favorite dessert.” He returned to eating her out with heated abandon, his tongue wickedly talented on her clit and his fingers just as skilled as they slid inside her. She had to clutch his shoulders in order to stay upright, her one leg was trembling so much. She wasn’t sure if it was the muscle strain, the position, or simply Caleb between her legs, but the orgasm that rocked through her and made her scream like a banshee almost blew the top of her head off. She finally had to push him away or fall over. Licking his lips, he guided her down to the rug and shucked out of his own clothes in record time. She took the opportunity to kiss him while his hands were occupied, enjoying the primal combination of their tastes in his mouth. He urged her onto her back and moved between her open thighs, his erection a thick, warm weight over her clit. He teased her with a slow pump of his hips, wetting himself with the slickness flowing from her, and her inner muscles clenched with need. “Stop teasing me, damn it,” she panted. He paused, grinning at her. “Honey, you’re lucky I’m not spanking your luscious little ass for letting me worry for three straight days. If I want to take some time teasing you, I will.” And he did, sliding over the sensitive nub until she wanted to scream. “Okay, you want me to beg, fine,” she gasped. “Please fuck me.” “Ask nicely.” The order made her squirm. “Please, Caleb, I need you inside me.” Happy tears pooled in the corner of her eyes and she struggled to take in a breath, her need for him was so large. “Please, make me yours.” With a growl he hitched back, then slid into her in one thick, lung-emptying thrust. “Mine,” he ground out. “You’re all mine. No one else’s, you hear me?” She let out a high wailing cry at his invasion, wrapping her legs high around his hips so that he had room to move. And he did, each stroke filling her body and soul with him. She felt the tears overflow and trickle down her temples. He lapped at them, licking up the salt water before kissing it onto her lips. “Love you, mate of mine.” “I love you, too.” As another round of that marvelous heat began to grow between her hips, she dug her nails into his back. “God. Please, Caleb, harder!” He sped up his rhythm, pushing into her with a heavy, almost punishing stroke, the delicious ferocity pounding her into the thick rug. The stimulation was just this side of too much but he wouldn’t stop, couldn’t stop until she was shattered and scattered, ashes of pure sensation. “Caleb!” His head lunged, mouth opening on the crook of her shoulder. She felt his canines sink into her flesh as she came, blinding bright this time. The biting pain mingled with the incandescent pleasure and she shrieked as it tore through her, changing her forever. 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Top 10 NJ Tech Weekly Stories for 2019 Around New Jersey Home » News » At JuiceTank, Entrepreneurs Offer 6 Ways Healthy Culture, Habits, and Relationships Build Profits At JuiceTank, Entrepreneurs Offer 6 Ways Healthy Culture, Habits, and Relationships Build Profits July 27, 2015 John Critelli 0 News, Jack Killion and Joshua Davidson at JuiceTank. \| John Critelli Successful entrepreneurs Joshua Davidson and Jack Killion gave business advice in a relaxed, informal discussion at the JuiceTank (Somerset) coworking space and incubator on June 30. Although they discussed a variety of topics, this article will focus on their advice for creating a healthy company culture, building relationships, and maintaining healthy habits — all of which they said were important for financial success. Davidson is the 22-year-old founder, CEO, and sole equity holder of Chop Dawg (Egg Harbor Township), a full-service company that provides web design, development, marketing strategies and more to clients. Davidson started Chop Dawg in 2009. He now has over a dozen employees, 695,000 Twitter followers, and a portfolio of work to show for over 125 companies. Killion, whose advice NJTechWeekly.com recently featured in another article, is a serial entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience. He currently runs the networking consulting firm Bluestone + Killion and the investment platform Eagle Rock Diversified Fund. Davidson and Killion answered audience questions from a comfortable couch at the front of the room. Because of their different levels of experience, the discussion was titled “Making It & Made It — Both Sides Of The Entrepreneurship Table.” Here are six key pieces of advice that the two offered to the audience: 1. Every team member is important. Killion said that every employee at an organization is important. To illustrate this point, he told the audience about a time when he was acting as a consultant for a large law firm. He scheduled a meeting with one of the firm’s partners. “I go into the company and the receptionist is awesome,” he explained. “She’s just awesome. And the [partner] was a big shot keeping me waiting, right?” Killion spoke to the receptionist and learned that she lived in the Poconos, had been with the company for eight years, and took a 5:00 a.m. bus to work every morning. Killion also learned that she and her husband enjoyed listening to music. He recommended a jazz club called “Deer Head Inn,” and asked for the receptionist’s card so that he and his wife could stay in touch with the couple. However, she didn’t have a card to give him. When Killion finally spoke to the partner, “I said to him, ‘Your receptionist is awesome, but I didn’t get her name. What’s her name?’” The partner’s response was “I don’t know.” The man also didn’t know how long she had been with the company and assumed that she lived in New York City. Killion pointed to the partner’s attitude as a factor in the firm’s problems, explaining that the receptionist interacted with many potential clients on her bus commute. He said that “eight years, round trip, say 250 times a year, that’s 500 trips a year, times eight. What’s that? Four thousand occasions to sit next to somebody on the bus and talk about the company she’s with? And to hand somebody a business card that says ‘We can help you with your legal problems. Call us.’” Davidson said he believed that every team member must be exceptional. “A-plus players attract A-plus players,” he explained. “And the second you bring in someone who’s subpar, that’s the culture you set.” He also told the audience that every employee at Chop Dawg must be able to represent the company and interface with customers. 2. Show interest in people by remembering their personal details. “Every meeting I have with someone, I write down notes,” Davidson said. “So like, they bring up who their kids were, where they live, their story, their background, what they do. And whenever I know I’m going to meet that person I remind myself of all the details.” He explained that this works because “if someone cares about you and pays attention, you automatically like them.” Davidson recommended using a service like Evernote for this purpose. 3. Long-term communication with investors can be more persuasive than a sales pitch. “I don’t think raising money is about selling,” said Killion. “I think raising money is mostly about educating people and getting them interested.” As an example, he described his experiences when seeking investors for a venture. He told the audience, “I started six or seven months ahead of when I thought the company would really need money, just talking to people. And I told them ‘this is what we’re trying to do. God only knows if it’s going to be successful. But what I’d like to do is keep you up to date every month or every six weeks with an email update.” By the time he was ready to raise money, “everybody was totally comfortable with me, with the founder, with the concept, with our transparency,” and the company had very little trouble raising money, he said. 4. Business leaders need “mental partners” within their company for support. “I would never seriously get involved in a company where there was really only one person driving the company,” Killion told the audience. He noted that Davidson may be the only equity holder at Chop Dawg, “but it’s pretty clear he’s got a team of partners with him. So ‘partners’ doesn’t have to mean equity holders, but they’ve got to be mental partners. Because when things get tough you need people to talk to, and when things are going great you need somebody to pat you on the back and pump you up and share your excitement.” Davidson said that, along with other methods, he builds a team-oriented culture at Chop Dawg by using a profit-sharing model. “I’m a big believer [that] we only grow as a team,” he explained. 5. Physical fitness improves career performance. Davidson explained that during his entrepreneurial endeavors “I actually gained a lot of weight because at the time I didn’t realize how important health was, and completely neglected it. It was terrible.” He said he now tracks his nutrition and calories, monitors his sleep and goes to the gym six days a week. Davidson called it a “huge relief to be more productive, more energy-efficient.” And he added, “I really pay attention to that stuff. And then what it allows me to do is then be more personable, have more energy, be able to do more things in a day.” 6. A rewarding personal life is important for career success. “I don’t think you can be successful as an entrepreneur unless you have the right culture at home,” Killion said. For him, this involves maintaining a close relationship with his wife, Judy, and his son, Jonathan. “I’ve always tried to involve both Jonathan and Judy in what I’m doing,” said Killion, who has daily networking meetings at breakfast. He said he often asks his wife to go with him to these meetings. He also said, “I used to take [Jonathan] to work in a basket and put him on my desk … and I’d be feeding him with a bottle.” Because of these efforts, he said, there “hasn’t really been a separation” between his work and personal life. Davidson said that he found his relationship with his girlfriend rewarding. He explained that this was partly because she understands that entrepreneurship is a part of him, and because she is also “very entrepreneurial-minded, which I think is a benefit. She goes through the same things with her own business, and the same growing problems.” “She kind of pushes me,” he added. “I kind of push her, and we figure out similar situations … so part of it’s also like a bonding experience, and it’s like someone intimate to actually share with.” The June 30 event was held as part of the NJ Entrepreneurs & Technology Startups Meetup, which is organized by JuiceTank co-founder Charlie Patel and Community Manager Mason Carter. Previous: 10 Questions for Jonathan Dambrot, the CEO of Warren-Based Prevalent Next: Mobile Strategies for Hyperlocal Publications Discussed at Engage Local Conference John Critelli 1687 More posts in News category At NJ Edge, Network Expansion and Growth Translates into Economic Development, Conn Says. At EdgeCon, the annual conference of NJ Edge (Newark), a nonprofit organization that addresses the... 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__label__cc	0.557352	0.442648	Extralabel Drug Use and AMDUCA: FAQ https://www.avma.org/KB/Resources/FAQs/Pages/ELDU-and-AMDUCA-FAQs.aspx Q: What is extra-label drug use (ELDU)? A: ELDU describes the use of an approved drug in a manner that is not in accordance with the approved labeling, yet meets the conditions set forth by the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act of 1994 (AMDUCA) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. Deviations from FDA-approved labeling include use in another species, use for a different indication, use at a different dose or frequency, and use via a different route of administration. Q: What is the purpose of the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act (AMDUCA)? A: The Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act of 1994 (AMDUCA) made ELDU an FDA-regulated veterinary medical activity, allowing veterinarians to prescribe extra-label uses of approved animal and human drugs when the health of an animal is threatened, or when suffering or death may result from failure to treat animals. Prior to the passage of the AMDUCA, ELDU of animal drugs was illegal. AMDUCA amended the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to legalize ELDU under a valid VCPR as well as certain other conditions describing requirements for use, record requirements, and label requirements according to FDA regulations. Q: Isn't ELDU only for food-producing animals? If not, to which species do ELDU regulations apply? A: ELDU regulations apply to all animal species, not only food-producing animals. Q: What does AMDUCA mean to the everyday veterinary practice? A: Keep in mind that AMDUCA does not give veterinarians "carte blanche" for extralabel use of medications. There are certain guidelines to follow. To the everyday veterinary practice, this means that the veterinarian should do the following when considering ELDU: Make a careful diagnosis and evaluation of the conditions for which the drug is to be used; First make certain there is no approved animal drug that is labeled for such use in that species, or that contains the same active ingredient in the required dosage form and concentration; Alternatively, if an approved animal drug exists but a veterinarian finds, within the context of a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, that the approved drug is clinically ineffective for its intended use, extralabel use of an alternative medication is permissible. Assure that the identity of the treated animal(s) is carefully maintained; Establish a substantially extended withdrawal period supported by appropriate scientific information prior to marketing milk, meat, eggs, or other edible products from the treated animals(s); In non-food-producing animals, a drug labeled for use in humans can be administered even if an animal-label drug for that species and medical condition exists. Q: How did ELDU regulation come about and why is it necessary in veterinary medicine? A: Prior to enactment of the AMDUCA, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act had provided that a new animal drug was deemed unsafe unless it was subject to the FDA's stringent approval process – for exactly what was on the label – specific species, disease indication, dose, duration, frequency, and route of administration. One of the main reasons why fewer drugs exist in veterinary medicine is that FDA's new drug approval process is very costly and time consuming for pharmaceutical companies, with little return on investment for animal drug products when compared to the return on investment associated with human drug products, creating a relative disincentive for companies to put resources toward creating new veterinary drugs. Given the relatively few numbers of drugs available to veterinarians, AMDUCA created the professional flexibility that veterinarians need in order to adequately treat animals when their health is threatened. Additionally, many of the minor species have few to no drugs approved for various indications, making it very difficult for a veterinarian to provide the best care for their minor species patient. With ELDU regulation, many of these issues can be resolved and animals may be more readily relieved of suffering. Q: Who regulates ELDU and enforces the regulations? A: The FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine regulates ELDU and enforces the regulations. In cases of AMDUCA violations, FDA regulatory actions may include warning letters, seizure of product, misdemeanor fines, injunction or criminal prosecution. Q: Is "off-label" use the same as ELDU? A: Off-label" is a term commonly used in foreign countries, and by physicians in the United States. It is also sometimes used in veterinary medicine in the U.S., but the term has no legal or regulatory definition. In the United States, extralabel drug use is the appropriate term. Q: How do I know what qualifies as ELDU? A: Specific criteria must be followed: A valid VCPR is a prerequisite for all ELDU; Only a veterinarian can determine that ELDU is needed and can administer, prescribe or dispense a medication extralabelly. The veterinarian must direct or supervise ELDU in an animal; ELDU rules only apply to FDA-approved animal and human drugs; ELDU is intended for prevention, treatment, and control purposes only when an animal's health is threatened. ELDU is not permitted if it results in an illegal food residue, or any residue which may present a risk to public health; A veterinarian must not pursue use of certain FDA-prohibited drugs in food-producing animals (see the list of prohibited drugs below in this document) ELDU of an FDA approved drug may be used if: There is no approved animal drug that is labeled for such use, or that contains the same active ingredient in the required dosage form and concentration. Alternatively, an approved animal drug for that species and condition exists, but a veterinarian finds, within the context of a VCPR, that the approved drug is clinically ineffective for its labeled use. There are few restrictions on extralabel use in non-food-producing animals compared to food-producing animals. If the intended use is in a non-food-producing animal, then an approved human drug may be considered for extralabel use even when an approved animal drug for that species and condition exists. Economic reasons for ELDU of a human drug over the approved drug for that species are valid to treat the medical condition. Veterinarians should recognize, however, that human-labeled drugs are approved based on studies in people and their use in animals could vary. In addition, minor differences in the formulation may produce alterations in the pharmacokinetics and biological availability in the animal species compared to humans. Also keep in mind that consistent use of human-labeled drugs when approved animal-labeled drugs are available could create relative disincentives for animal health industry to pursue new animal drug approvals and could further limit the availability of veterinary drugs. The following additional conditions must be met for ELDU in food-producing animals: Such use must be accomplished in accordance with an appropriate medical rationale; and If scientific information on the human food safety aspect of the use of the drug in food producing animals is not available, the veterinarian must take appropriate measures to assure that the animal and its food products will not enter the human food supply. If the veterinarian determines the food-producing animal needs a drug administered in an extralabel fashion, an approved animal drug must be considered for the particular use before a drug labeled for humans is considered. The prescribed or dispensed extralabel drug (prescription legend or over-the-counter) must bear labeling information which is adequate to assure the safe and proper use of the product. Q: What drugs qualify for ELDU? A: Any drug approved by the FDA qualifies for ELDU in a non-food-producing animal given that a valid VCPR exists and FDA-delineated criteria are met. For food-producing animals, the extralabel use of certain drugs is prohibited. Q: When is ELDU used/necessary? A: Extralabel use is limited to circumstances when the health of an animal is threatened, or suffering or death may result from failure to treat. As we've already stated, extralabel use to enhance production is prohibited. Examples of clinical circumstances in which ELDU might be employed/necessary are listed below: A horse needs to be treated with enrofloxacin based on the culture/sensitivity results of a tendon sheath infection. No horse-labeled enrofloxacin products are available, so the veterinarian could consider treating with the small animal- or bovine-labeled enrofloxacin product. A horse needs penicillin but the veterinarian determines the horse needs a larger dose than the labeled dose. This qualifies as an ELDU because the dose prescribed is not in accordance with the labeled dosage. A dog with a skin infection needs cephalexin, according to its veterinarian. There is no animal-labeled product, thus ELDU of the human product is acceptable. A dog is diagnosed with congestive heart failure by its veterinarian, and furosemide administration is part of the therapeutic plan. There are FDA-approved products labeled for use in dogs, including brand name and generic products, but the veterinarian recommends the human product from the local pharmacy for economic reasons. A prescription for ELDU of the human product is acceptable in this circumstance. Q: What drugs are currently restricted from ELDU? A: FDA may prohibit the extralabel use of an approved new animal or human drug or class of drugs in animals if FDA determines that: An acceptable analytical method for residue detection needs to be established and such method has not been established or cannot be established, or The extralabel use of the drug or class of drugs presents a risk to public health. A prohibition may be a general ban on the extralabel use of the drug or class of drugs or may be limited to a specific species, indication, dosage form, route of administration, or combination of factors. To date, the ELDU of the following drugs has been prohibited in food-producing animals, regardless of whether or not the criteria for ELDU are met: Chloramphenicol; Clenbuterol; Diethylstilbestrol (DES); Dimetridazole; Ipronidazole; Other nitroimidazoles; Furazolidone; Nitrofurazone; Sulfonamide drugs in lactating dairy cattle (except approved use of sulfadimethoxine, sulfabromomethazine, and sulfaethoxypyridazine); Fluoroquinolones; Glycopeptides; Phenylbutazone in female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older. Cephalosporin (excluding cephapirin) use in cattle, swine, chickens and turkeys: Using cephalosporin drugs at unapproved dose levels, frequencies, durations or routes of administration is prohibited Using cephalosporin drugs in cattle, swine, chickens or turkeys that are not approved for use in that species (e.g., cephalosporin drugs intended for humans or companion animals); Using cephalosporin drugs for disease prevention The following drugs, or classes of drugs, approved for treating or preventing influenza A in humans, are prohibited from ELDU in chickens, turkeys, and ducks regardless of whether or not ELDU criteria are met: Adamantanes; Neuraminidase inhibitors. Extralabel use of drugs in treating food-producing animals for improving rate of weight gain, feed efficiency, or other production purposes is prohibited under AMDUCA. Q: Some ELDU documentation requires listing a withdrawal time. What is that and why is it necessary? A: If the animals treated with an extralabel drug are food-producing animals, it is required that the veterinarian's specified withdrawal/discard time(s) for meat, milk, eggs, or any food which might be derived from the treated animals be listed on the label. Q: Where do I find information about withdrawal period information for ELDU in food-producing animals? A: Withdrawal interval information can be found on the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD). FARAD is a National Food Safety Project of the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). To obtain scientific information to determine withdrawal intervals, visit the FARAD website at www.farad.org or call (888) USFARAD. Other sources that may be used to determine a scientifically-based withdrawal interval may include scientific literature or other academic sources. Q: How do I make sure that my records for ELDU are accurate? A: Specific guidelines describe what should be included in the record, on the label, and how to maintain records involving ELDU. These are listed below: Record Requirements: Identify the animals, either as individuals or a group; Species of animal(s) treated; Numbers of animals treated; Medical conditions being treated; The established name of the drug and active ingredient; Dosage prescribed or used; Duration of treatment; Specified withdrawal, withholding, or discard time(s), if applicable, for meat, milk, eggs, or animal-derived food products; Records must be kept for a minimum of 2 years after treatment; The FDA must be allowed access to these records to estimate risk to public health. Label Requirements: Name and address of the prescribing veterinarian; Established name of the drug; Any specified directions for use including the class/species or identification of the animal or herd, flock, pen, lot, or other group; the dosage frequency, and route of administration; and the duration of therapy; Any cautionary statements restricting use to a licensed veterinarian ("CAUTION: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian"); Your specified withdrawal, withholding, or discard time for meat, milk, eggs, or any other food product originating from the treated animal(s). Q: Do generic drugs qualify for ELDU or are they subject to ELDU regulation? A: Yes. Whether a drug is a brand-name or generic drug does not affect how a veterinarian may contemplate ELDU of that drug. The same rules apply to both brand-name and generic drugs. Q: What if I want to deviate from ELDU regulations? A: Deviation from ELDU regulations is an illegal action subject to prosecution by the FDA. The spirit of AMDUCA is to allow veterinarians flexibility in administering drugs that will help relieve animal pain and suffering. The overarching premise of the law is that extralabel use is acceptable when filling a medical need for an animal when its health is threatened. For example, equine practitioners have inquired about the legality of treating horses with Previcox®(firocoxib), a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug labeled for use in dogs, instead of Equioxx®, which contains the same ingredient but is labeled for use in horses. There can be a significant cost difference between the two products, which is the cause of the debate. According to AMDUCA, however, because Equioxx® is labeled for use in horses, the canine product cannot legally be used in an extralabel fashion in horses. Selecting a canine product over an equine product for any nonmedical reason, including economics, is not acceptable. Some clients or veterinarians asked if economic concerns are a valid reason to use or prescribe a drug in an extralabel manner—this is true only in that a veterinarian can select an approved human drug to relieve pain and suffering in a non-food producing animal even when an identical approved animal drug is available. Q: Can clients themselves decide to administer drugs in an extralabel fashion to their animals? A: No, clients cannot decide to administer drugs in an extralabel fashion. However, according to AMDUCA, if a VCPR exists, and the veterinarian decides that ELDU is a valid option, the client may administer the drug in an extralabel fashion as long as it is under the supervision of the veterinarian. Q: Do I need to list a withdrawal time if the ELDU is for a non food-producing animal? A: The withdrawal time of a drug prescribed for ELDU for a non-food-producing animal is not necessary according to AMDUCA. Q: Can I treat my patient with a drug labeled for another animal species? A: For a non-food-producing animal, ELDU of a drug labeled for another animal species can be used if there is no approved, appropriate drug that is labeled for use in the patient's species or if an approved drug exists for the patient's species but is found by the veterinarian to be clinically ineffective. If the patient is a food-producing animal, ELDU of a drug labeled for use in another food-producing animal species is acceptable only if: There is no approved drug labeled for such use (or is the same drug labeled for a different use) in that species; or The approved drug exists for that species but is found by the veterinarian to be clinically ineffective. However, the veterinarian must establish a substantially extended withdrawal period, maintain identity of the animal, and take measures to ensure that no illegal drug residues in food result from the use of that drug. If the patient is a food-producing animal and the drug being considered for ELDU is a human drug or drug approved for non-food-producing animals, the above conditions must be met and in addition, there must be adequate scientific information available to determine a withdrawal time, or else the veterinarian must take measures to ensure that animal never enters the human food supply. Labeling and record maintenance is of utmost importance when an extralabel use of a drug is prescribed. AMDUCA does not permit extralabel use of any drug if public health is threatened. Q: Can I treat my patient with a drug labeled for use in people? A: If the patient is a non-food-producing animal, a human drug may be considered if there is no approved, appropriate animal drug that is labeled for use in that species or if the approved drug exists but is found by a veterinarian to be clinically ineffective. Alternatively, a veterinarian can still choose to prescribe an equivalent human-labeled drug for the non-food-producing animals, even if an appropriate drug exists for that species and medical condition. If the patient is a food-producing animal, a human drug may be considered if the same criteria listed above apply, if the drug is not prohibited from use in food-producing animals, and if there is adequate scientific information available to determine a withdrawal time. Q: Can I treat my patient with a drug labeled for use in people if it is less expensive than an approved drug for animals? A: ELDU of human drugs is acceptable in non-food-producing animals when the animal's health is threatened, even when an animal drug exists, for economic reasons. Note, however, that minor differences in the human product's formulation may produce alterations in the pharmacokinetics and biological availability in the animal species compared to humans. Also keep in mind that consistent use of human-labeled drugs when approved animal-labeled drugs are available could create relative disincentives for animal health industry to pursue new animal drug approvals and could ultimately further limit the availability of veterinary drugs. Q: Do I need to tell my client when I've prescribed an extralabel treatment? A: You should always discuss the available treatment options with your clients, especially when extralabel use of a drug is indicated. It is important for the client to understand that you are prescribing a drug in a manner that is uncommon and there may be risks associated with this use. Your state veterinary practice act may include regulations regarding client consent in ELDU; for example, in 2001, the state of Texas implemented a law requiring veterinarians to obtain client consent (http://www.avma.org/News/JAVMANews/Pages/030215k.aspx) when ELDU of a drug is prescribed or administered. However, the AMDUCA is generally sufficient to protect patients and the public from inappropriate ELDU. Q: What is my liability if I prescribe or administer a drug in an extralabel fashion and there's a problem? A: When you administer or prescribe a drug extralabelly, doing so within the confines of the law will help you minimize your risk of liability in the case of an adverse event. The overarching premise of the AMDUCA is that extralabel use is acceptable when filling a medical need for an animal whose health is threatened. Veterinarians who deviate from extralabel use guidelines set out in AMDUCA risk becoming the target of unfavorable actions by the Food and Drug Administration; such actions range from warning letters and regulatory meetings to product seizures, injunctions, and prosecution. Failure to follow the AMDUCA/ELDU regulations could potentially make you liable if an adverse event occurs, opening you up to the risk of a lawsuit and/or potential disciplinary action by your state's veterinary medical board. If you have questions regarding coverage for liability associated with specific extralabel uses of drugs, check with your liability insurance carrier for terms of your coverage. Q: Are vaccines subject to ELDU? A: Vaccines are considered "veterinary biologics" and fall under regulation by the USDA Center for Veterinary Biologics (USDA CVB). Veterinarians are allowed discretionary use of vaccines. For example, if a minor species requires a vaccine not labeled for that species, the veterinarian can employ discretionary use of a particular vaccine as he or she sees best fit. Veterinarians should check state rules to discern whether it is acceptable to vaccinate animals with vaccines labeled for another animal species. Q: Are pesticides subject to ELDU? A: The use of pesticides by a veterinarian is not subject to ELDU regulations as these are subject to the primary jurisdiction of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Pesticides must always be used according to the instructions on the label. Q: Whom should I contact if I have specific questions about ELDU? A: For further information, the AVMA (www.avma.org), FDA (www.fda.gov), and FARAD (www.farad.org) are valuable resources. 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__label__cc	0.731828	0.268172	Home / Museum Grants / IMLS Grant for Museum Staff IMLS Grant for Museum Staff Mark Walhimer April 1, 2018 Museum Grants 1 Comment 12,428 Views Empowered: Professional Development Opportunities for Museum Staff Grant Amount: $5,000–$250,000 Deadline: March 01, 2018 Cost Share Requirement: For applications requesting grant funding of more than $25,000, you must provide funds from non-federal sources in an amount that is equal to or greater than the amount of the request. No cost sharing is permitted for applications requesting amounts of $5,000-$25,000. Museums Empowered: Professional Development Opportunities for Museum Staff is a special Museums for America (MFA) initiative with the goal of strengthening the ability of an individual museum to serve its public through professional development activities that cross-cut various departments to generate systemic change within the museum. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) encourages applicants to invest in the professional development of museum staff, volunteers, and interns to enhance their skills and ensure the highest standards in all aspects of museum operations. To support and empower museums of all sizes and disciplines in responding to the evolving needs of the museum profession and changes in their communities, this MFA special initiative has four project categories for professional development: Tags Grant for Museum Staff About Mark Walhimer Mark is Managing Partner of Museum Planning, LLC, a museum planning and exhibition project management firm of interactive educational environments for Science Centers, Children's Museums and Natural History Museums. You can reach Mark at mark@walhimer.com. Previous Museum Business Planning Next Museum Grant Resources Museum Grant Resources Museum Grant Resources, including sample online documents, searchable grant databases, and online workspaces for finding and collaborating with grant partners. Mark Walhimer Does anyone know of any similar grants for museum staff ? Thank you !	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1597
__label__wiki	0.69991	0.69991	Singer-Songwriter TYLER JAMES BELLINGER Opens Up About His Latest Music, Being On The New NBC Show ‘Songland’ and More! Tag: All Access, All Access Music, All Access Music Group, Artist Interview, Feel Like Home, Find A Way, KNGDAVD, One Republic, Rain, Save Me, Songland, The Ali Forney Center, Tyler James Bellinger Meet the singer-songwriter, Tyler James Bellinger, who is best known for churning out hits behind the scenes. He continues to put his unique stamp on the music industry with his powerful solo releases. Produced by Michael MacAllister, his newest single, “Save Me” is out everywhere now. “I wrote ‘Save Me’ with my friend Lena Leon in 2017” shares Bellinger. “The song was a prayer for me. At the time I was going through some relationship troubles and I was struggling with the idea that my relationship wasn’t going to work out.” “Save Me” is part of Bellinger’s forthcoming project. He will continue to drop new music this summer coinciding with his upcoming appearance on the NBC television show Songland. On the show, undiscovered songwriters pitch their original songs to superstar recording artists and a panel of music producers. His third single “Find a Way” will follow soon. Earlier this year, Bellinger released his lead single, “Feel Like Home,” and its accompanying video. This song celebrates belonging and acceptance for LGBTQ+ homeless youth. The song is based on true events from lives of two trans women of color who shared their unique stories with Bellinger. For the release of the video, Bellinger partnered with The Ali Forney Center, the nation’s largest and most comprehensive agency dedicated to LGBTQ homeless youth. “’Feel Like Home’ is incredibly personal to me, as I wrote it for my partner,” explains Bellinger. “My hope is that the video will continue to draw light upon LGBTQ+ homelessness and the adversity that trans women, particularly trans women of color, face daily.” In addition to his songwriting and solo career, Bellinger is one half of the band KNGDAVD. The act has amassed nearly 5 million plays on Spotify. KNGDAVD’s single “Blood On Our Hands” has been featured in Guinness’ 200th anniversary commercials and the trailer for the new movie The Public. Their single “You Never Know” was featured in the Marvel TV show Cloak and Dagger, and their song “Say My Name” will be featured in the upcoming season of Netflix’s Lucifer. Connect with Tyler James Bellinger: Spotify // Instagram // Facebook // Twitter // SoundCloud Learn more about Tyler James Bellinger in the following All Access interview: Thanks for your time today! Where does this interview find you? Thank you ! I’m currently sitting my local coffee shop… its like 2 blocks from my house , so its perfect to come and chill and get emails done! Now that we are half-way through the year, how has 2019 been treating you? What are some goals that you have for yourself this year? How close are you to reaching them? 2019, has been a pretty damn good year so far. Ive definitely had some amazing experiences between “Songland” and the sessions Ive had the past few months. As far as goals go, to keep releasing singles and build a nice following , I’m so excited about this song called “Rain” Ive got coming, and anxiously waiting to see if this song that on hold goes through! Another goal is to get another KNGDAVD single out for those fans who have been so patient with Jon and I. Achieving goals in the music business is such a funny thing to gauge… Whenever I’m bummed about progress in my career, I remind myself looking back at the prior year, and usually there’s been some serious leaps forward. Id say i’m getting closer to my goals, but so many of my goals are things that are only in my control as far as writing the songs, I don’t control if/when an artist will decide to release a song so that’s tough. Growing up, how important was music in your life? Can you recall the moment when you decided that you wanted to be a musician? Was it an easy or difficult choice to make? Honestly, music has been my life since I was a child… I didn’t realize i could actually sing til I was around 12/13 … but the second It dawned on me that it could be my career , I was obsessed. As a kid I took piano and guitar lessons , but would always hum things to myself instead of practicing , so I think singing was the natural progression. The moment I knew singing was for me was when I had a solo in “ a Christmas carol” in middle school. That feeling was everything to me . Following music as a profession wasn’t a difficult decision to make, but it’s definitely been difficult to continue to pursue, but the pros definitely out way the cons. Was there ever a time when you thought about doing something else? If you weren’t a musician today, what else could you see yourself doing? Would you be as fulfilled in life? Oh god. All the time…. I just know that nothing will fulfill me the way writing and performing does. This is gonna sound totally gross but I got to help out with an autopsy once , and if I didn’t do music, Id definitely wanna be a doctor and figure out how/why people died. I just think the human body is amazing, so to be able to explore science and the anatomy would be cool. Now everyone is gonna think I’m a weirdo…. but I guess I am . What has been the biggest surprise so far about making music your career? What has been an unexpected or welcome challenge to it all? How finding your tribe is so difficult but so necessary . It’s really easy to get jealous of other peoples success and pine for things that aren’t yours. I find having a good support system of people that are both friends and collaborators to be super helpful, for both my musical output but my mental health. Because its really easy to spiral in this career and be depressed about all the things that didn’t happen like you pictured. A welcome challenge is pushing myself to try things I don’t think Id be good at… I never thought Id end up doing elm stuff, and its something that has been opening up to me in such an awesome way. Its fun to push yourself out of your musical comfort zone… its also really important to pay attention to the people in your sessions that have had success in a field , and ask questions and learn… Let’s talk about your newest single called “Save Me.” What was the inspiration for this track? How would you say that it compares to your forthcoming project and previous songs that you have put out before? “Save Me” has been the song I’ve been waiting to release for what feels like forever. Originally for my project, “Save Me” ended up getting released by a Spanish artist Blas Canto first, so I had to wait a while to release my version. This song was a prayer for me during a super tough time. I was struggling with my relationship, my faith , and my career in music… “Save Me” was a prayer for help, but it ended up being a song I really needed to write. It was freeing and therapeutic. Compared to my previous releases, I think “Save Me” is the most personal and vocally advantageous thing I’ve ever attempted, it sonically fits in the wheel house Ive created for this current project, but it’s just feels the most special to me. I would love to know more about partnering with The Ali Forney Center for your single “Feel Like Home.” Why is this organization so important to you now? I thought it was super important to highlight LGBTQ Homelessness with my video “ Feel Like Home,” but it would be pointless if you can’t direct people somewhere they can educate themselves further, or seek help. That is where Ali Forney came in…. they are the most comprehensive resource for LGBTQ Homelessness in the country, so it was amazing that they partnered up with us for that release. The reason I care so much about LGBTQ Homelessness is because Ive been running music at a church in Philly for a while that has a non profit called Broad Street Ministry above them where they serve as a resource for Philly’s most at risk individuals… Over the years Ive got to learn more and more about how 40% of homeless youth are LGBTQ, and its just astonishing that this fact keeps getting swept under the rug…. also as a member of the LGBTQ community, we really need to look after each other in real meaningful ways. What was it like being on the NBC show, Songland? What did you learn from that experience? When will your episode be airing? “Songland” was a pretty surreal experience. I will be featured on the One Republic episode, but that is pretty much all I can say. I had a pretty insightful conversation with one of the producers so I’m excited to see what airs! How would you say that being a solo artist compares to being in your band, KNGDAVD? Do you find that you enjoy doing one over the other right now? Both my solo career and KNGDAVD service me in two different ways. They are both parts of my musical identity and brain so I wouldn’t say I favor one more than the other, but I do really enjoy the live performances that I get to do as a solo artist. I love a good stripped back set with just guitar and vocal, or guitar ,percussion and vocal, thats my favorite! Where can people see you perform next? Do you plan to tour at all this summer or later this year? What has been a favorite performance of yours so far? I’m really not sure a tour makes sense at the moment, I feel like I need to keep releasing music and building a fan-base that I can actually tour and perform for! I have been doing one of shows though and that has been really awesome. I’d say just keep an eye on my socials and you’ll know where I’m performing. How do you think you have grown as a musician since you first started making music? I feel like I change and grow as a musician every couple months. The more talented people I get the experience to work and learn from ,I evolve a little more and more! I think obviously my voice is my voice, but its so amazing to try something you think you’ll suck at and end up with a really cool sound! So to take where I started and where I am now, its been a pretty crazy ride ! What has it been like keeping up with your social media accounts and all of the different platforms? Is it hard to stay up to date on it all? What would you say is your favorite way to connect with your fans now? What has social media done for your career so far? Social media is tricky. Its great because you have a platform to talk directly with people and share fun videos and art, but it sucks because its really easy to compare yourself to everyone else. I’m definitely an Instagram guy , its more fun than all the other socials… I think. It also has everything in one, so its convenient. Social media has particularly been amazing for my band, helping us to grow a small but loyal fan-base of gamers, and it happened all because of twitch and Youtube. One day Nightblue3 found our tunes and started playing them while he streamed his matches , and it really helped us establish an awesome support system. Who are some of your favorite artists or rather, what musicians have continued to inspire you and your music? Who would you absolutely love to work with in the future? Brandon Flowers, Emeli Sande, Priscilla Renea, Mariah Carey , Ive got a bunch of people… But right now these are my constants . They’re all incredible writers and I think singers.. and thats influences my solo project SO MUCH. Im gonna sound like a total stalker, because I have mentioned Priscilla Renea in every interview Ive done this year, but I really wanna write with her. Her album “Coloured” moved me to tears… It was the first album in the past year that i listened to all the way through and loved every song. If you had an unlimited budget and your schedule was free, what would your dream music video look like? I don’t know that Id have anything super crazy, but Id love to do a video for a bunch of songs. Right now I would love to shoot a crazy spaghetti western video for an upcoming song i have called “Rain,” with just dessert shots and old motels and maybe some choreography but that is not in the budget at the moment…. anyone out there wanna pay for it and I’ll love you forever. What has been the coolest place/TV show/commercial that you have heard a song of yours? Having KNGDAVD’s song in the Guinness 200th anniversary commercial was pretty amazing, that was our first big sync so it holds a special place in my heart. Recently we had a song in the new season of “Lucifer” on Netflix, and that was cool because I finally had a song in a show that my partner loves… so that was cool for a different reason. At the end of the day, what do you hope people take away from your music? I’ve really focused on writing songs I wish I had as a little kid lately.I feel like that is super important, because everyone needs to be seen and heard, and feel like they fit in somewhere. Representation really matters… I hope that no matter what your background is, you can listen to my songs and feel honesty and feel like I’m going through what you’re going through. Would you like to share anything else with our readers about your music? Just follow me on socials and wherever you stream music, because I have so may tunes coming that I’m really pumped about. Also message me, I’m friendly and love hearing from people and talking 🙂 An Interview With The Trio of Three Brothers, COUNCIL On Their Latest Music Including Their Single ‘Born Ready’ That Was Recently Used for the FIFA 2019 Women’s World Cup Broadcast! An Interview With The Toronto-Based Musician Sam Lewis Better Known as PLEASURE CRAFT	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1598
__label__wiki	0.587596	0.587596	Elton John's eponymous second record isn't just packed with the kinds of songs that would define the singer—they'd also help define the burgeoning singer/songwriter era of pop music. John and his co-writer Bernie Taupin touch the uplifting “Border Song” with gospel, imbue the haunting ballad “First Episode at Hienton” with an eerie theremin (which adds to the song’s foreboding narrative before lush string arrangements pour in), and make one of the decade's most memorable tunes with the pensive, piano-based opener “Your Song.” It’s a winner from start to finish. Elton John Elton John I Need You to Turn To No Shoe Strings On Louise First Episode At Hienton Sixty Years On The Greatest Discovery The King Must Die Bad Side of the Moon Rock and Roll Madonna This Compilation ℗ 2011 This Record Company Ltd. More By Elton John The Lion King (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Diamonds (Deluxe) Tumbleweed Connection (Remastered) Honky Château	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1600
__label__cc	0.676467	0.323533	Towards a music streaming economy – Scandinavia Part 3: Consumer behavior A representative study by market research institute IPSOS MMI, commissioned by the Norwegian association for rights holders in audio-visual works, tells an interesting story, how music consumption behaviour in Norway has changed since 2005. Figure 1: Copying music in Norway, 2005-2012 Source: After Ipsos MMI (2013: 17). In 2005, 922,000 Norwegians (almost a third of the total population) said they have copied music files from different sources (radio, Internet, CDs etc.) in the past 7 days. On average 38.4 music files per person were copied in Norway per week. Thereof 23.4 (61 percent) of all copies were made without authorisation. This equals 1.16bn unauthorised music files that were copied in Norway in 2005. Until 2008 the number of unauthorised copied music files remained high of about 1.1bn despite legal alternatives. Although the number of paid music downloads increased from weekly 1.3 per head in 2005 to 3.3 per head in 2008, unauthorised music downloads peaked at 23.9 copies per head and week. After the launch of Spotify in Norway in October 2008, the number of unauthorized copied music files decreased to weekly 17.5 songs per person (702.5m per annum) in 2009. Three years later in 2012, 131.4 music files per head and per week (4.4bn per annum) were copied. However, just 5 percent or 6.2 music files per week (209m per annum) came from unauthorised sources, whereas 106.9 music files per person – that equals annually 3.6bn music files – were copied each week to offline playlists of music streaming services. The share of respondents downloading music from BitTorrent sites, BearShare, Limewire etc. for free decreased in the same period from 82 to 42 percent. Instead 47 percent or 1.7m respondents said that they have used streaming service such as Spotity and WiMP. Thereof 54 percent or 920,000 respondents stated that they have paid for music streaming. These numbers highlight a tremendous shift from P2P file-sharing to music streaming after the launch of several streaming services in Norway since 2008. In a guest post for digitalmusicnews, the co-founder of digital distributor Indigoboom!, David Gjester, explained the shift from unauthorised music downloading to music streaming in Norway by music consumer convenience and the launch of Spotify, since “(…) no lawsuits against file-sharers, no internet spying of any significance was taking place and the ISPs refused to block the appalling Pirate Bay.”[2] The study also highlights that paid music downloads were not relevant in Norway at all, despite an increase to weekly 5.0 copies per head in 2012 (this equals 168.0m copies per annum) – literally nothing compared to weekly 106.9 offline copies per head from music streaming services, which equals an overall of 3.59bn copies per year. It seems that paid music downloads were not seen as a useful alternative for CDs by the Norwegians and, therefore, a relevant legal music download could not unfold. Sweden’s way to a music streaming economy is closely linked with the home-grown music streaming service Spotify. Spotify was launched as the legal alternative to P2P file sharing at the culmination of the Pirate Bay lawsuit. The introduction of an anti-piracy law followed in April 2009, which was based on the EU Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement Directive (IPRED). Although a GfK study (cited in IFPI 2010: 18), published in June 2009, stated that 60 percent of file-sharers had stopped or reduced file-sharing activity after the introduction of the IPRED law, but even the IFPI Digital Music Report 2010 (ibid.: 27) conceded that “(…) piracy levels in Sweden are believed to have risen again since then (…)”. A representative study by Olle Findahl for the Swedish Internet Foundation (Internetstiftelsen, iis) also highlighted that “[t]he percentage of those engaging in file sharing has never been greater, while the percentage of those streaming music using the Spotify music service is even greater.” (iis 2011: 7).[3] It seems that the introduction of the anti-piracy law had a just short-term effect. However, the Swedish recorded music market grew for the first time in 2009 since 2000. The digital music sales were the main driver of the growth of 98.6 percent, whereof 46.1 percent came from streaming services (IFPI 2010: 27). In 2009, 60 percent of the Swedish population older than 12 years listened to music on the Internet – 17 percent on a daily basis. Nine years later 86 percent listened to music on the Internet – thereof 45 percent daily. Internet music consumption is the domain of younger generations. 78 percent of the 12-15 years old, 85 percent of 16-25 years old and 63 percent of the 26-35 years old listen daily to music on the Internet, whereas just 14 percent of the 66-75 years old and just 9 percent of the generation 76+ did (iis, 2018: 83). Figure 2: Music listening on the Internet in Sweden, 2007-2018 Source: iis, 2018, Svenskarna och Internet 2018, p. 82 Spotify is, therefore, the most preferred way listening to music on the Internet. In 2018, 69 percent of the Swedes used Spotify sometimes and 38 percent even daily. In 2011, only 20 percent listened to music on Spotify on a daily basis (iss 2018: 83). Figure 3: Spotify usage in Sweden, 2011-2018 Source: iis, 2018, Svenskarna och Internet 2018, p. 83; the figures for 2012 and 2013 are not available. Paid subscription is the main way of music streaming consumption in Sweden. In 2018, 55 percent of the Swedes paid for a music subscription service – compared to 4 percent in 2010 (iss 2018: 85). Paid music consumption correlates with household income. 74 percent of all Swedish households with an overall income of more than annually 750,000 SEK paid for music, whereas only 35 percent of all households in the income group from 150,000-300,000 SEK per year spent money for listening to music on the Internet (iss 2018: 85). Figure 4: Paying for music consumption in Sweden, 2009-2018 Source: iis, 2018, Svenskarna och Internet 2018, p. 85; figures for 2013 are not available. The shift from P2P file sharing to music streaming in Sweden can be explained by the following factors: a higher perceived convenience of music streaming over file sharing/music downloading an early domestic music streaming business model innovation by Spotify bundled within mobile contracts an Internet-affine population with older generations also involved in music streaming consumption a high level of disposable household income to afford music subscription ubiquitous broadband Internet access and a high smartphone penetration The summary for Sweden holds also true for the other three Scandinavian countries with gradual differences. In Norway and Sweden the music streaming took off earlier than in Finland where the market was still dominated by the physical product and in Denmark where music downloads were relevant in 2011. In the period from 2011 to 2017, however, the aggregated growth of the streaming market in Denmark (+728.8 percent) and in Finland (+593.2 percent) was higher than in Sweden (+225.1 percent) and Norway (+319.5%). This indicates a tendency to a more mature streaming market in Sweden and Norway. The annual growth rates for all four countries from 2012 to 2017 show a tendency to market saturation. Figure 5: Annual growth rates for music streaming markets in Scandinavia from 2012-2017 Source: After Recording Industry in Numbers 2015 (IFPI 2015) and Global Music Report 2018 (IFPI 2018) IFPI, 2009, Digital Music Report 2009. London: IFPI. IFPI, 2012, Recording Industry in Numbers. The Recorded Music Market 2011. London: IFPI. IFPI, 2018, Global Music Report 2018. London: IFPI. iis – Internetstiftelsen, 2011, Svenskarna och Internet 2011 by Olle Findahl for the Swedish Internet Foundation. iis – Internetstiftelsen, 2018, Svenskarna och Internet 2018 by Pamela Davidsson, Matti Palm and Åsa Melin Mandre for the Swedish Internet Foundation. Ipsos MMI, 2013, Kopiering av opphavsrettslig beskyttet innhold i 2012. Musikk – Lydproduksjoner – Audiovisuelt innhold, study commissioned by Norwaco, 20 February 2013. [1] For Nokia “Comes-With-Music” see AdWeek, “Nokia Pulls Plug On Comes With Music”, August 17, 2010, (accessed 13.05.2019); after the complete acquisition of Ericsson by Sony Corp. the Play Now service was not available anymore. [2] Digitalmusicnews, “Guest post by David Gjester: This Is the Story How Convenience Killed Piracy In Norway”, July 31, 2013 (accessed: 06.03.2019). [3] Olle Findahl authored the “Svenskarna och internet” (“The Swedes and the Internet”) studies for the International Internet Stiftelsen (iis) from 2007 to 2016. In 2015 and 2016 Pamela Davidsson was Findahl’s co-author and she also co-authored the 2017 study (with Anders Thoresson) and the 2018 study (with Matti Palm and Åsa Melin Mandre). Towards a music streaming economy – Scandinavia part 1: market analysis Towards a music streaming economy – Scandinavia part 2: technological and business model innovations 0 Responses to “Towards a music streaming economy – Scandinavia part 3” « Towards a music streaming economy – Scandinavia part 2 Introducing our guests: Vaughn McKenzie-Landell (JAAK, London, UK) »	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1601
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__label__wiki	0.558102	0.558102	PRC400 - Sonic Special Free Round (Sonic The Hedgehog) By Bundeslang, November 10, 2019 in Competitions 1. Do You Like Sonic 5 minutes ago, Seth Skoda said: Stop putting cocks - I mean words - in my mouth!! PINGAAASSSSSS Oh wow...I can't even quote your edited quote of mine. RIP context. This is level 9 trolling here. I bow to you sir. DINNER. Edited November 28, 2019 by HoboKa Seth Skoda and TheVideoGamer reacted to this Welcome to the voting stage The mixing stage is over. This round has 7 songs. The following people compete against each other: Seth Skoda Trism PlanarianHugger Silverpool64 To vote, do the following: · Visit the stated ThaSauce Page and listen to all the entries. · Scroll to the form at the bottom of the screen or click PM. · Fill in the entries from first to second in the ThaSauce form or fill in your top 3. · State a reasoning for it. · Participants are encouraged to vote and leave feedback. However, they may not vote for themselve, They get a 3 point bonus. · Sonic The Hedgehog has a vote that counts twice. · Always look in this thread to find out who's the winner of the round after the voting stage instead of only looking at ThaSauce for the results. Especially since some people might vote by sending me a PM. You have until THIS Monday, December 2nd 10:59 AM ThaSauce time (17:00 UTC, 18:00 GMT) to vote. If you vote by PM make sure that your top 3 is clear. I prefer something like this: (To) (Subject) PRC ### Vote (Message): 1: (remixer A ) 2: (remixer B ) 3: (remixer C ) (reasoning) I will post the feedback given in the PM’s and the votes in this thread. The winner may choose the source tune for PRC402. Check the ThaSauce Page to vote or click here to send a PM. Thanks for the good number of songs (perhaps I must consider to make every round a Sonic round). @HoboKa and @Daniel Caton (NinjaPenguinDan), don't forget to pick a source for the upcoming round. Edited November 28, 2019 by Bundeslang HoboKa, evktalo, Trism and 1 other reacted to this Mudkip (+150) The winner may choose the source tune for PRC398. @Bundeslang PRC398? Anyway, I had to download the tracks to listen to them. I will be voting shortly. EDIT: I have voted Also, the tracks play after I done went and downloaded them. Of course. Edited November 28, 2019 by Seth Skoda Changed from "will vote" to "voted" 2 hours ago, Seth Skoda said: Should be 402. Post edited. Seth Skoda reacted to this On 11/28/2019 at 1:12 AM, HoboKa said: Man i really do miss some right good conversations on here. Too funny lol Seth Skoda and HoboKa reacted to this 21 hours ago, Seth Skoda said: Not sure why you needed to take a screenshot of the round page lol. HoboKa and Seth Skoda reacted to this It's been a while since I've voted. Vote submitted! Just showing off TheVideoGamer and HoboKa reacted to this On 11/28/2019 at 4:26 AM, Bundeslang said: Thanks for the good number of songs (perhaps I must consider to make every round a Sonic round). SnooPINGAS usual I see!!! Whelp. I guess this is the last PRC round for me hah. Better break out like a bandit before Inspector PINGAS gets the drop on me!! 24 minutes ago, HoboKa said: Did bundeslang actually say that lol. Or maybe i've been overdosing on PINGAS!!!!! 3 minutes ago, TheVideoGamer said: Yep. Totally. 100%...over9000%? 5 minutes ago, HoboKa said: 9000? More like 90,000..... Gar... I can't wait to see the results. I'm already searching my extensive VGM playlists for a source tune just in case. I did just win MnP, so maybe I'm on a hot streak, I dunno... I have a question. Who listened to every one of the submitted tracks? I did. I even listened to source material with which I was previously unfamiliar. Edited December 3, 2019 by Seth Skoda Added question HoboKa and TheVideoGamer reacted to this Soon be over mah dude. Soon be over. Well, I didn't really want to raise this issue, because stirring the pot usually gets me in hot water, but I feel this issue must be raised. So, someone raised a pretty good issue with me via PM. There were at least two votes that were overly subjective. As a caveat, I've definitely cocked it up majorly on some of my votes too, but aim to shoot straighter on that front. But I digress... Bundeslang's entry was basically a MIDI rip without any of the MIDI controllers removed, so it caused a ton of clipping. It's great that he's participating again, but people shouldn't feel the need to put him in one of the 3 slots simply because he's the host. And two people gave him a slot, when there were 5 other (yeah, we're not counting mine) that were easily more deserving of a spot. Now I remember why I used to prefer submitting as a BONUS at MnP. I should probably return to that M.O. Except for Howlowe'en I can see why nobody really raises a stink, due to the spotty participation rate, but I stress that we be a bit more careful going forward. Also, it's a good thing that someone finally raised the issue to me. Last thing we want to do is spurn away new people. Lord knows, I already do that enough with my stupid comments. Edited December 3, 2019 by HoboKa TheVideoGamer and Seth Skoda reacted to this Paths Less Travelled: Terranigma Co-Director I have to disagree, unfortunately. People should be allowed to vote for who they wish, regardless. I have Bunda a third place vote because I felt that it was better than the other entries. Yes, it is a midi rip, but some effort has been put in to make the track different from the source material. I gave feedback in my votes for each track, and they should reflect why I chose to give Bunda my vote instead of the others. 2 hours ago, Trism said: I see. Well, everyone's vote could be faulted for not being the most objective here. I was approached by someone who felt they were given a raw deal, so I did my best to convey it. Granted, it wasn't really asked of me to do so. It's just sad to see them go. And sorry for throwing Bundeslang under the bus. Still appreciate the Bunda for hosting. I hope nobody voted for me because I'm the host (my song wasn't a MIDI rip but I agree with HoboKa that it was closer to that as I'm used to), everyone should vote how they like to but not based on song genre (I vote for XX because his song is a trance song which I like) or other things as the song (my vote is for Bundeslang because he is the host of the contest). I was surprised myself as well that I got 3 points and for example HoboKa and SethSkoda got less but it's just the voters who decide and it was a hard one this time with 7 songs. Results time HoboKa got 3 points and the seventh place wooden spoon. Seth Skoda gathered 5 points and sixth place PlanarianHugger and Bundeslang got 6 points and fourth place Silverpool64 received 10 points and gets the third place TheVideoGamer got 11 points and second place And the winner of PRC400 is Trism with 13 points!!. Trism, you are the winner and may pick a source for one of the upcoming rounds. Send the source to me (with a MID/MP3 file, otherwise send a second source with a MID file) by PM, other options are PM me @ ThaSauce or by e-mailing to bambombim@gmail.com (I prefer a PM @Ocremix). Send your sources as fast as you can, but before next Monday (16 October 2019), 11:00 AM ThaSauce time (18:00 UTC, 19:00 GMT). You may select any source from any game, but not a source with an OverClocked remix or a source which has been used in PRC before. An overview of the past PRC's can be found in the following links (I recently updated this site): http://sites.google.com/site/bambombim/prc http://bambombim.googlepages.com/PRCRemixList.doc (also downloadable via the link above). http://compo.thasauce.net/rounds/view/prc400 for the votes and comments. HoboKa, I used the source you submitted already for the next round, didn't get a source from NinjaPenguinDan. NinjaPenguinDan can still submit his source for one of the upcoming rounds. Edited December 4, 2019 by Bundeslang 7 hours ago, HoboKa said: To be honest it really depends on the individual. Some people really do enjoy what Bundeslang has put out host or not... Silverpool64, Trism and HoboKa reacted to this For the people who are interested in the sources, Silverpool64 send me a PM with Youtube video's. Also, I don't know if you need this or not, but I went and found YouTube videos of all the sources used in this round! In order of ReMix submission: (bundeslang) Sonic 3 & Knuckles, Sky Sanctuary Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNXBpzDp1K8 (SethSkoda) Sonic 1 on Game Gear/Master System, Bridge Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYJkol00JCE (hoboka) Sonic 2, Metropolis Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRuJfhEeCe8 (PlanarianHugger) Sonic 2006, White Acropolis (Snowy Peak): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvYVqNNOYp4 (Trism) Sonic Chaos, Gigapolis Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEQqKG69cko (Trism) Sonic Chaos, Mecha Green Hill Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddCI8TMEK8Y (TheVideoGamer) Sonic Unleashed, Holoska (Day): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPpQi-rW4uA (TheVideoGamer) Sonic Unleashed, Cool Edge (Day): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7m70HklRsY (TheVideoGamer) Sonic Unleashed, Holoska (Night): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGQtKmWJhMQ (TheVideoGamer) Sonic Unleashed, Cool Edge (Night): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmKs3kyn4ZM (Silverpool64) Sonic 2, Aquatic Ruin Zone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhHa7ph5GLg TheVideoGamer and Silverpool64 reacted to this You'd think I'd already know that, after 108 rounds of MnP. Got caught in the emotion of the moment. You should've seen my OCR-Bad rant in 2016. And the other more unhinged rants before that. Cocaine is a helluva drug. And by cocaine, I mean Aspergers. On 12/3/2019 at 12:07 PM, Trism said: Yeah, you nailed it. Lapse of judgement. AT THE MOMENT, it felt like a "Damned if I do, or damned if I don't". 7 hours ago, Bundeslang said: Why do i always get the most mentions lol. Ok from now on, i'll remix one source Wait...i'll think about that. No worries, some people feel strongly about things, some don't. I've had that moment, where i tend to snap, because sometimes things get to me.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1619
__label__wiki	0.717283	0.717283	Entertainment, Others 19 -Year-Old English Instagram Model Kills Herself For Not Getting Enough Likes (Photos) Posted by Harmudah on January 10th, 2020 A teenage girl who was addicted to social media ended her life after she failed to get enough “likes” on her photos. Chloe Davison, 19, was an aspiring model who relied on social media to feel good about herself, according to her older sister Jade. “She thought she wasn’t good enough unless she was getting loads of likes and comments,” her 20-year-old sister said. The selfie-loving teen hanged herself in her bedroom moments after she had been active on social media. After the girl started using social media several year ago, “all she would talk about was how many likes she got,” her mum Clair Reynolds, 44, said. “She was addicted to apps like Instagram and Snapchat,” said family friend Nick Coombs, 55, who had known Chloe since she was young. “She would spend hours taking the perfect photo, but would delete it later if it didn’t get popular enough,” Coombs added. Chloe struggled socially at school and rarely went out with friends, instead staying indoors and taking pictures of herself for social media. The pretty 19-year-old was often targeted by online trolls who would send her nasty messages and mocked her appearance. “Chloe was crying many nights because someone had said something horrible about her online,” her older sister Jade Davison told the news. On Friday night, Chloe’s mum and sister returned home from a bar around 11:30pm, and found the teenager hanging in her bedroom. Chloe had been taking selfies moments before she killed herself, according to Nick Coombs, 55, who was at the house when the brunette was found dead. “When we took her body down, her hair and makeup were still perfect,” Coombs said. “She was wearing some new lingerie that she’d been excited to model.” The girl’s mum, Clair Reynolds, said she blamed social media for what happened. “Social media took over Chloe’s life, whether that be Snapchat or Facebook.” She added: “Chloe was beautiful, but she didn’t see that. She cared too much about how other people saw her.” Coombs said that too many people felt they could say whatever they wanted to the attractive teen because it wasn’t face-to-face. “She’d get hundreds of messages each day, mostly men asking her for sexual stuff,” Coombs said. “Sometimes they were nice, but other times they told Chloe they wanted to hurt her.” Both adults agreed that the girl had low self-esteem and relied on social media for reassurance. The 19-year-old had thousands of social media followers when she killed herself. See more photos below:- Bukola on Jan 11, 2020 at 8:30 am She is so stupid relying on social media Jungle Boii on Jan 11, 2020 at 4:54 pm Very stupid She doesn’t even look like a 19years old girl « Breaking!!! Zlatan Signs His New Pet, ‘Astalavi Tha Dog’ Into Zanku Records \| SO SAD!! Soldiers, Police Officers Abducted By Boko Haram In Yobe (Read Full Details) »	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1622
__label__cc	0.571503	0.428497	Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms Liliana Moreno, David Jacoby, Allison Fryer In the lungs, neuronal M2 muscarinic receptors inhibit acetylcholine release from the parasympathetic nerves. Parainfluenza virus infection causes loss of M2 receptor function, which increases acetylcholine release and vagally mediated bronchoconstriction. Because glucocorticoids are known to inhibit airway hyperresponsiveness, we tested whether dexamethasone (6.5 or 65 μg/kg ip) prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction in guinea pigs. In controls, pilocarpine, a muscarinic agonist, inhibited vagally induced bronchoconstriction demonstrating functional M2 receptors. However, in virus-infected animals, pilocarpine failed to inhibit vagally induced bronchoconstriction, demonstrating M2 receptor dysfunction. Frequency-dependent bronchoconstriction was greater in virus-infected animals than in controls, indicating airway hyperresponsiveness. Low-dose dexamethasone (6.5 μg/kg ip) treatment prevented virus-induced airway hyperresponsiveness, ameliorated M2 receptor dysfunction, and decreased viral content in the lungs without inhibiting virus induced inflammation. High-dose dexamethasone (65 μg/kg ip) prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness, completely reversed M2 receptor dysfunction, decreased viral titers, and decreased virus-induced inflammation. This high-dose dexamethasone also increased M2 receptor function in uninfected animals. In conclusion, dexamethasone prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction via multiple mechanisms. American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology Bronchoconstriction Paramyxoviridae Infections Muscarinic Agonists Viral Load Acetylcholine M receptor function Vagus nerves Moreno, L., Jacoby, D., & Fryer, A. (2003). Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms. American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology, 285(2 29-2). Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms. / Moreno, Liliana; Jacoby, David; Fryer, Allison. In: American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology, Vol. 285, No. 2 29-2, 01.08.2003. Moreno, L, Jacoby, D & Fryer, A 2003, 'Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms', American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology, vol. 285, no. 2 29-2. Moreno L, Jacoby D, Fryer A. Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms. American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology. 2003 Aug 1;285(2 29-2). Moreno, Liliana ; Jacoby, David ; Fryer, Allison. / Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms. In: American Journal of Physiology - Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology. 2003 ; Vol. 285, No. 2 29-2. @article{358620661be14444b21c5181e5f81ebe, title = "Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms", abstract = "In the lungs, neuronal M2 muscarinic receptors inhibit acetylcholine release from the parasympathetic nerves. Parainfluenza virus infection causes loss of M2 receptor function, which increases acetylcholine release and vagally mediated bronchoconstriction. Because glucocorticoids are known to inhibit airway hyperresponsiveness, we tested whether dexamethasone (6.5 or 65 μg/kg ip) prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction in guinea pigs. In controls, pilocarpine, a muscarinic agonist, inhibited vagally induced bronchoconstriction demonstrating functional M2 receptors. However, in virus-infected animals, pilocarpine failed to inhibit vagally induced bronchoconstriction, demonstrating M2 receptor dysfunction. Frequency-dependent bronchoconstriction was greater in virus-infected animals than in controls, indicating airway hyperresponsiveness. Low-dose dexamethasone (6.5 μg/kg ip) treatment prevented virus-induced airway hyperresponsiveness, ameliorated M2 receptor dysfunction, and decreased viral content in the lungs without inhibiting virus induced inflammation. High-dose dexamethasone (65 μg/kg ip) prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness, completely reversed M2 receptor dysfunction, decreased viral titers, and decreased virus-induced inflammation. This high-dose dexamethasone also increased M2 receptor function in uninfected animals. In conclusion, dexamethasone prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction via multiple mechanisms.", keywords = "Asthma, Glucocorticoids, M receptor function, Vagus nerves", author = "Liliana Moreno and David Jacoby and Allison Fryer", journal = "American Journal of Physiology - Renal Fluid and Electrolyte Physiology", T1 - Dexamethasone prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness via multiple mechanisms AU - Moreno, Liliana AU - Jacoby, David AU - Fryer, Allison N2 - In the lungs, neuronal M2 muscarinic receptors inhibit acetylcholine release from the parasympathetic nerves. Parainfluenza virus infection causes loss of M2 receptor function, which increases acetylcholine release and vagally mediated bronchoconstriction. Because glucocorticoids are known to inhibit airway hyperresponsiveness, we tested whether dexamethasone (6.5 or 65 μg/kg ip) prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction in guinea pigs. In controls, pilocarpine, a muscarinic agonist, inhibited vagally induced bronchoconstriction demonstrating functional M2 receptors. However, in virus-infected animals, pilocarpine failed to inhibit vagally induced bronchoconstriction, demonstrating M2 receptor dysfunction. Frequency-dependent bronchoconstriction was greater in virus-infected animals than in controls, indicating airway hyperresponsiveness. Low-dose dexamethasone (6.5 μg/kg ip) treatment prevented virus-induced airway hyperresponsiveness, ameliorated M2 receptor dysfunction, and decreased viral content in the lungs without inhibiting virus induced inflammation. High-dose dexamethasone (65 μg/kg ip) prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness, completely reversed M2 receptor dysfunction, decreased viral titers, and decreased virus-induced inflammation. This high-dose dexamethasone also increased M2 receptor function in uninfected animals. In conclusion, dexamethasone prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction via multiple mechanisms. AB - In the lungs, neuronal M2 muscarinic receptors inhibit acetylcholine release from the parasympathetic nerves. Parainfluenza virus infection causes loss of M2 receptor function, which increases acetylcholine release and vagally mediated bronchoconstriction. Because glucocorticoids are known to inhibit airway hyperresponsiveness, we tested whether dexamethasone (6.5 or 65 μg/kg ip) prevents virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction in guinea pigs. In controls, pilocarpine, a muscarinic agonist, inhibited vagally induced bronchoconstriction demonstrating functional M2 receptors. However, in virus-infected animals, pilocarpine failed to inhibit vagally induced bronchoconstriction, demonstrating M2 receptor dysfunction. Frequency-dependent bronchoconstriction was greater in virus-infected animals than in controls, indicating airway hyperresponsiveness. Low-dose dexamethasone (6.5 μg/kg ip) treatment prevented virus-induced airway hyperresponsiveness, ameliorated M2 receptor dysfunction, and decreased viral content in the lungs without inhibiting virus induced inflammation. High-dose dexamethasone (65 μg/kg ip) prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness, completely reversed M2 receptor dysfunction, decreased viral titers, and decreased virus-induced inflammation. This high-dose dexamethasone also increased M2 receptor function in uninfected animals. In conclusion, dexamethasone prevented virus-induced hyperresponsiveness and M2 receptor dysfunction via multiple mechanisms. KW - Asthma KW - Glucocorticoids KW - M receptor function KW - Vagus nerves JO - American Journal of Physiology - Renal Fluid and Electrolyte Physiology JF - American Journal of Physiology - Renal Fluid and Electrolyte Physiology	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1624
__label__cc	0.748919	0.251081	Saudi Arabia's Final Attempt To Boost Aramco's Valuation As the Aramco IPO nears,… The Worst Oil Trades Ever Made Wall Street is full of… What The Market Is Overlooking In The Occidental Deal Occidental Petroleum has caught a… Dave Zgodzinski Dave Zgodzinski is the editor of the Green Miner newsletter and thegreenminer.com web site. The Green Miner is dedicated to searching out valuable investments in… Defying the Laws of Finance and Physics By Dave Zgodzinski - Jan 22, 2013, 3:19 PM CST Fiscal cliffs and debt ceilings. The walls closing in. After weeks of approaching one near death experience and finally dodging the bullet, another near death experience quickly approaches for the US government. Governmental action/non-action thrillers are a steady stream of entertainment for the financial markets. After a few of these events/non-events, the definition doesn’t seem to apply any more – it’s not really a near death experience, it’s just another hassle – something that can be dodged or delayed. A law of finance that can be avoided. Indebted governments are like characters in a video game, bobbing and weaving to avoid the zombies trying to grab them and suck them in. Or like a moonshiner driving his stash of white lightning, barrelling full speed down country roads to avoid the revenuers. That’s what it’s like when you’re a deadbeat avoiding your creditors. You become the hero in a self-delusional drama. The folks that want their money back are the villains. Bankruptcy is both the ultimate shame and the road to salvation. It can be exciting. Near death experiences keep us from getting bored. But after a while the adrenaline wears off, and the debts are still there. The laws of finance remain in place and they demand consequences. There are times when markets can avoid thinking about these debt dramas and there are times when watching governments battling to stay afloat is the only thing that matters. When the avoidance game is played out, the United States, like many high debt countries around the world, will have to make tough choices. Governments will have to shrink expectations and expenditures. The shrinkage will freak out many citizens and the consequences will have to be digested by the markets. The way the world spends energy is similar to the way governments spend money. Day in, day out, we burn through fossil fuels that took millions of years to create. We do it because we are addicted and we can get away with it. We can see that there will eventually be some negative consequences, but for now, it seems that we can use petroleum as fast as we can, go on a joy ride, and avoid the laws of physics. We know that petroleum reserves will eventually dry up. There is a limit even with continuously advancing technology. There is only so much oil and gas available and it will be gone in a handful of generations. But like piling on debts, we figure our great grandchildren can somehow cope with that. Many signs point to damaging climate change being the result of our overuse of hydrocarbons. But the weather changes. One week is hot and dry and the next week it rains and cools. Like farmers we hope that drought will ease and the heat will subside, that the problems won’t get too big – that we can avoid a real reckoning. We hope that the really nasty hurricane will hit the next state. The flow of money to pay for our heavy use of imported petroleum creates serious geopolitical problems. We apply military solutions in attempts to solve the problems. But using the military creates even more problems, not the least of which is rapidly escalating government debts. We can convince ourselves that the bad guy is the severe weather. In another movie, the bad guy is the Jihadist kidnapping oil workers. But these enemies are just the equivalent of bill collectors. The real problem is the crazy way we spend energy. Eventually in this gangster flick the laws of physics kick in, like the laws of finance. The adrenaline wears off, and the hangover remains. By. Dave Zgodzinski Have Gold Prices Peaked? How to Make the Most of the Upcoming Price Spike in Uranium The Oil Industry’s Most Promising Dividend Stocks Of 2020 Saudi Aramco Shoots For The Highest Possible Valuation Another OPEC Producer Looks To Back The Aramco IPO Jimmy on January 24 2013 said: The last part says it all, its how we spend energy, and we spend it on immediate survival and dominance using the reptilian part of our brain, not the rational parts of the brain. The result is what we have now, people are not coping, and havent for some time now, the debt will never be paid, just more diversions and distractions to mask the decline. But i dont think there hasnt been any rational decisions made, trying to eradicate hemp is a suicidal behaviour when you consider its ability to feed and fuel people, ho hum.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1628
__label__cc	0.57191	0.42809	Barcelona airport train Opium Barcelona 2017-04-14 00:00:00 Many people commuting between the Barcelona city center and the airport prefer to take a bus. However using a train can be more convenient if you want to save on the bus fare or stop at a destination that is along the train route. Using Barcelona airport train can also assure you to avoid traffic jams as the travel times are certain. When leaving for or from the airport, it is important to make sure you are on the right train. Train R2 with Nord goes up to the Barcelona Terminal 2B as the last stop while Train 2R without Nord does not head to Barcelona airport. If case one accidentally boards the wrong train while heading to the airport, you need to get off at El Prat de Llobregat station and take Nord train that will take you to the last stop in the airport. The airport train station is located at Passeig de Gràcia in the City Center. This train station is dotted along the Passeig de Gràcia, and it has various entrances. Therefore for visitors, it is good to ask as you will be walking the same stairs as heading to the metro station. Therefore making an inquiry at the entrance can save you time finding the platform to catch the train to the airport. Sants Estació, the main place to take the airport train Another area to catch the airport train is at Sants Estació. This is a big rail station located at Avenida Roma. The station has many ticket booths and platforms. Therefore, visitors should arrive early so that they can find their platform in time. When arriving at the Barcelona airport, the entrance to the train station can be accessed at terminal 2B. This area can be reached through the same escalators that lead to the departures terminal. Visitors should follow the RENFE sign along the covered bridge across the main road leading from the airport. Visitors departing arriving from terminal 1 will not be able to walk from and to the airport train station. Therefore visitors should use the free shuttle buses that operate between terminal one and the train station. On the other hand, when arriving at the Barcelona airport station, you can catch a shuttle bus or walk to the end of the station's platforms. Visitors can leave the building through the left door and find the shuttle bus stop that is just located there. The shuttle bus operations are scheduled to match with the trains schedules for departure and arrivals. A train to the airport all the day The operations schedule of the Barcelona airport train can vary throughout the year, but visitors can check updated schedule at the RENFE official website. The train starts operating normally at 05:42 in the morning and the last train closes at midnight. Visitors who have a prolonged stay in Barcelona and would be operating from the city center and the airport can acquire the Barcelona card that gives unlimited travel even in the trains. The card saves the user a significant amount of time queues for tickets, and it is also cheaper to operate and maintain. - © Opium Barcelona - 2020 COSTAESTE. All rights reserved - CONTACT US: info@opiumbarcelona.com - Booking: reservas@opiumbarcelona.com - Contact phone: +34 932 25 91 00 Opium Barcelona Opium Beach Marbella Opium London OpiumMag Carta Restaurante	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1630
__label__cc	0.506628	0.493372	> Press > pjuractive sponsors Mainova Frankfurt Marathon relay in aid of organ donation pjuractive sponsors Mainova Frankfurt Marathon relay in aid of organ donation Wasserbillig, Luxembourg, October 2018: On Saturday, 28 October 2018, pjuractive will be supporting the relay section of the Mainova Frankfurt Marathon (FFM), which is being held to raise awareness about organ donation and features Elmar Sprink and Sabrina Mockenhaupt. The relay will start at 10:35 a.m. on Sunday in Frankfurt. Taking part will be heart transplant recipient and Ironman finisher Elmar Sprink as well as former pjuractive brand ambassador, 45-time German champion and Olympic athlete Sabrina Mockenhaupt plus high-profile runners and title-winners Jannik Arbogast and Maya Rehberg. pjuractive is supporting the relay with a donation to the German Organ Transplant Foundation (DSO) and by including samples of 2SKIN in the 22,000 starter bags for the FFM. “It is really important for us to raise awareness about organ donation in Germany together with our brand ambassador Elmar Sprink,” explains Elisabeth Dahmen, Global PR & Communications Manager. The starter bags will also include important information about organ donations and an organ donor card. The marathon will be transmitted live by the broadcaster Hessischer Rundfunk. The station will also hold an exclusive interview with Sabrina Mockenhaupt after the race. Elmar Sprink is delighted about the keen interest shown in a topic so close to his heart: “Huge thanks to pjuractive and all other sponsors for their support. I’m looking forward to Sunday and hope that we can get the word out to as many people as possible about the importance of carrying a donor card.” Elmar Sprink received a new heart back in 2012 after experiencing cardiac arrest. With it, he has already completed IRONMAN on Hawaii, the Transalpine Run, the Zugspitz UltraTrail and the Cape Epic race in South Africa amongst others. He is considered to be the fittest heart transplant recipient in the world. About the German Organ Transplant Foundation (DSO) The German Organ Transplant Foundation (DSO) is a non-profit foundation that coordinates organ donations in Germany. The DSO works with organ removal hospitals and transplant centres to ensure as many people as possible on the waiting list receive the help they need from a donor organ transplant. previous post:Fascia Training—What It Is and How to Do It next post:Relay team with Elmar Sprink and Sabrina Mockenhaupt comes fourth in the Frankfurt Marathon 2SKIN (121) BODY AFTER SHAVE (2) Brand Ambassadors (13) First-hand knowledge (5) mySKIN (19) Copyright 2020 pjuractive We use cookies to help you visit our website. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies.I acceptFurther information on our privacy policy can be found here.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1638
__label__cc	0.744394	0.255606	Juuuusssst a Bit OutsideLeague Justin Turner LAD 3B R Auctions are not allowed at this time H2H FanGraphs Points $18.73 Last 10 adds $17.30 2009 BAL 12 22 18 3 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0.9 10.80 2010 BAL 5 9 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1.8 -9.00 2010 NYM 4 9 8 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0.88 3.50 2011 NYM 117 487 435 113 30 0 4 39 10 7 2 4.08 477.10 2012 NYM 94 185 171 46 13 1 2 9 4 1 1 1.99 186.90 2013 NYM 86 214 200 56 13 1 2 11 1 0 1 2.43 209.00 2014 LAD 109 322 288 98 21 1 7 28 4 6 1 4.57 497.80 2015 LAD 126 439 385 113 26 1 16 36 13 5 2 5 630.20 2016 LAD 151 622 556 153 34 3 27 48 10 4 1 5.62 849.10 2019-09-24 LAD @SDP 5 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 8.60 2019-09-22 LAD COL 3 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2.60 2019-09-21 LAD COL 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -2.00 2019-09-07 LAD SFG 4 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 4.00 2019-09-06 LAD SFG 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -4.00 2019-09-03 LAD COL 4 4 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 11.00 2019-09-01 LAD @ARI 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -5.00 2019-08-31 LAD @ARI 4 4 3 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 22.20 2006 CIN (R) 60 263 231 78 16 3 6 23 7 12 2 7.22 432.90 2007 CIN (A+) 6 21 20 4 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0.9 5.40 2007 CIN (A) 117 516 466 145 25 4 10 39 9 12 8 5.81 679.70 2008 CIN (AA) 78 323 280 81 14 1 8 33 1 2 1 5.1 398.10 2008 CIN (A+) 33 151 136 43 8 1 0 12 3 3 1 5.5 181.60 2009 BAL (AAA) 108 441 387 116 28 0 2 34 8 9 4 4.58 494.50 2010 BAL (AAA) 23 95 84 21 8 0 1 9 0 2 0 4.22 97.00 2010 NYM (AAA) 78 348 312 104 22 1 11 24 6 5 3 6.85 534.40 2011 NYM (AAA) 10 44 40 12 3 2 0 2 2 0 0 5.93 59.30 2012 NYM (AAA) 2 8 8 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.6 3.20 2013 NYM (AA) 4 17 15 6 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 7.6 30.40 2013 NYM (A+) 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -1 -1.00 2013 NYM (A-) 3 12 10 3 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 5.23 15.70 2013 NYM (R) 1 5 4 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 -1 -1.00 2014 LAD (A+) 2 7 5 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 3.3 6.60 2018 LAD (A+) 2 7 6 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 -1.5 -3.00 2018-05-13 A+ RC VIS 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals 7 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 March 12, 2018 10:30 PM add Hipsters $19 October 12, 2018 12:49 PM increase Hipsters $21 January 4, 2019 1:58 PM cut Hipsters $11 February 20, 2019 9:39 PM add Hipsters $21 October 4, 2019 4:50 PM increase Hipsters $23 December 2, 2019 6:50 PM cut Hipsters $0 Recent Trades for Justin Turner in H2H FanGraphs Points January 15, 2020 7:56 PM Acuna Matata 🦈 Michael Brantley HOU OF L $20 Justin Turner LAD 3B R $23 Miles Mikolas STL SP R $5 Paul Dejong STL SS R $10 Bobby Dalbec BOS (AA) 1B/3B R $2 Anthony Kay TOR SP/RP L $3 Bozzs Luis Robert CHW (A+) OF R $5 January 11, 2020 11:19 PM The Empire Justin Turner LAD 3B R $15 Noah Syndergaard NYM SP R $38 Space Force Recruits 🛰🛸 Ian Kennedy KCR RP R $4 Alex Kirilloff MIN (AA) 1B/OF L $3 November 20, 2019 11:24 AM Ron Washington Nose Candy Justin Turner LAD 3B R $17 Adalberto Mondesi KCR SS S $14 DTD Bilbo Baggins Patrick Corbin WSN SP L $31 November 18, 2019 5:12 PM 🦊 Godot's Last Stand Noah Syndergaard NYM SP R $41 Return to Glory Justin Turner LAD 3B R $16 August 13, 2019 8:46 AM Too legit to Whit Justin Turner LAD 3B R $26 Brian McCann FA C L $1 Brandon Workman BOS RP R $1 Piedmont Mettropolitans Garrett Richards SDP SP/RP R $2 Justus Sheffield SEA SP L $4 Logan Allen CLE SP/RP L $2 July 24, 2019 6:34 PM Shohei the Money Justin Turner LAD 3B R $21 Emilio Pagan TBR RP R $5 Greenhills Goats Blake Snell TBR SP L $26 June 12, 2019 9:27 PM Ron Washington Nose Candy Edwin Diaz NYM RP R $25 Mitch Garver MIN C R $1 coco and the chili dogs Justin Turner LAD 3B R $15 Yusei Kikuchi SEA SP L $14 May 8, 2019 10:55 PM Space Force Recruits 🛰🛸 Justin Turner LAD 3B R $13 The Empire Shohei Ohtani LAA Util/SP R $19 April 17, 2019 9:17 AM Doc's Magical Mystery Tour Justin Turner LAD 3B R $15 Joey Lucchesi SDP SP L $6 coco and the chili dogs Zachary Wheeler PHI SP R $16 March 17, 2019 10:00 PM Weak Contact Doesn’t Exist Justin Turner LAD 3B R $5 Alexander Reyes STL SP/RP R $4 Shohei Ohtani LAA Util/SP R $22 This Means fWAR! Freddy Peralta MIL SP/RP R $1 Juan Soto WSN OF L $25 Garrett Hampson COL 2B/SS/OF R $1	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1639
__label__cc	0.529092	0.470908	One Young World Japan Empowering Japan's Future Leaders Summit Pricing Summit Application One Young World Global Summit 2020 October 14~17, 2020 "Young Davos" in Munich On October 14, 2020, elite young leaders from 190+ countries will descend on Munich, Germany for the One Young World Global Summit. ONE YOUNG WORLD ANNOUNCES TOKYO AS 2021 HOST CITY Tokyo, JAPAN: One Young World Japan Committee today announces that Tokyo will host its annual Summit in 2021. The 2021 Summit promises to be the largest gathering of the One Young World community in its 12-year history, with more than 2,000 young leaders from over 190 countries due to attend. 2019 Opening Ceremony at Royal Albert Hall 2018 Opening Ceremony at The Peace Palace WHAT is One Young World? At the heart of every global threat is a failure of leadership. Today’s young generation is the most informed, most connected generation in human history. One Young World identifies, promotes and connects the world’s most impactful young leaders to create a better world, with more responsible, more effective leadership. The annual One Young World Summit convenes the brightest young talent from every country and sector, working to accelerate social impact. Delegates from 190+ countries are counselled by influential political, business and humanitarian leaders such as Justin Trudeau, Paul Polman and Meghan Markle, amongst many other global figures. Delegates participate in 4 transformative days of speeches, panels, networking and workshops. All Delegates have the opportunity to apply to give keynote speeches, sharing a platform with world leaders with the world’s media in attendance. The agenda is shaped by the One Young World Community through the Global Consultation Process, ensuring maximum relevance to the issues affecting young people. In addition to listening to keynote speakers, Delegates have the opportunity to challenge, interact with and be mentored by world leaders. Young leaders are selected to attend the Summit via competitive selection processes, based on proven leadership ability and impact. Building a diverse international community is One Young World’s priority with a wide range of scholarship schemes available. Last year, 50,000+ applications were received by One Young World. At the end of the Summit, Delegates become One Young World Ambassadors. They return to their communities and organisations with the means and motivation to make a difference, accessing the global network of 10,000+ young leaders to accelerate existing initiatives or establish new ventures. Between Summits, the One Young World Community participate in an ongoing program of opportunities including caucuses, funding, peer-to-peer mentoring, media exposure, and speaking engagements. 2016 OYW Ambassador, Ms. Naomi Iwaza High Potential, High Performers TOEIC: 750+ 18~30 years old Based in Japan Our Global Impact Continues To Grow! One Young World Ambassadors connected in one global network People positively impacted by One Young World Ambassador initiatives Countries represented at the One Young World Global Summits Our Amazing Partners Partners sending 20+ delegates: "One Young World 2018 @ The Hague was life-changing...period. Starting and ending with a sense of gratitude and responsibility to the kind sponsors from Fukui who sent me via personal donations, I found myself on the world platform, interacting with young leaders from across the world. The experiences there shaped my character, leading to a decision to dedicate my life to world peace. From now on, I live with the responsibility to use this privilege granted to me for good, as a One Young World ambassador!" Amil Khanzada OYWJ 2018 Ambassador © 2020 One Young World Japan	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1643
__label__wiki	0.925334	0.925334	Off Hours \| Anita Felicelli \| Palo Alto Online \| By Anita Felicelli E-mail Anita Felicelli \| Follow this Blog About this blog: I grew up in Palo Alto and now live in Mountain View with my husband, daughter and two corgis. After about a decade grappling with the law, first as a law student at UC Berkeley and then as a litigator around the Bay Area, I left ... (More) About this blog: I grew up in Palo Alto and now live in Mountain View with my husband, daughter and two corgis. After about a decade grappling with the law, first as a law student at UC Berkeley and then as a litigator around the Bay Area, I left the legal world to write full time. I married another writer and in 2012 gave birth to my daughter. During that earlier decade (in which I was also trying to write novels and poetry), I had almost no off hours. Now in some ways, all my hours are off hours because I am either writing or watching the world for something to write about. Or, more accurately, none of my hours are off-hours are because I still try to get as much mileage as I can out of every minute - alongside New York City, Silicon Valley is the ultimate work hard, play hard culture. In this blog, I'll be writing about what I, and maybe you, do in Mountain View in the so-called off hours for fun. (Hide) Sort by: Most Recent \| Most Popular Honeycreek: Chinese Tearoom and Lounge Comments: 4 \| Views: 12,338 Honeycreek is a relatively new and decadent Chinese tearoom and lounge located at 124 Castro Street that serves Taiwanese bubble tea, hot tea, desserts, snack food... More Why See "Warrior Class"? Comments: 2 \| Views: 8,872 TheaterWorks opened its season with "Warrior Class," a riveting play by Kenneth Lin. In the play, Julius Lee (played by Pun Bandhu) is a Chinese-American junior... More The Most Delicious Thai Food is in a Strip Mall Oct 5, 2013 1:48 pm Comments: 13 \| Views: 11,522 It's always a bit tricky explaining to visitors from out-of-town that strip mall restaurants are among the best restaurants in Mountain View. Shana Thai Restaurant,... More Meet Eric Schlosser at Books, Inc. on 10/3 at 7:00 pm On September 18, 1980, the United States economy was in a recession. "The Waltons" was facing cancellation and radio stations were playing "Do That To Me One More... More Prisoners?a dark thriller "Prisoners" directed by Denis Villeneuve ("Incendies") in his American directorial debut starts with a series of creepily poetic shots. A closeup... More First Impression of Chennai Kings Richard Linklater's Masterpiece "Boyhood" It's the End of the World as We Know It: "Snowpiercer" Life Itself - Documentary about Roger Ebert World Cup Madness Fascinating Short Film: Interviews with Kids Whose Parents Work in Silicon Valley Does the film adaptation of The Fault In Our Stars Get it Right? Maleficent's Backstory Starting Summer with Jon Favreau's Independent Comedy "Chef" Gia Coppola's "Palo Alto" v. James Franco's "Palo Alto" "The Railway Man" Falls Flat Q & A with Local Author Jaya Padmanabhan "The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden" Is HBO's Silicon Valley Any Good? Cijjo - Outstanding New Tapas Restaurant The Academy's Snub of "Inside Llewyn Davis" Is "Her" a Response to "Lost in Translation"? Is Frozen the First Feminist Disney Movie? Favorite Fiction and Television Storytelling of 2013 Is "American Hustle" the Best Movie of the Year? Why "The Desolation of Smaug" is So Disappointing The Visual Magic of "The Great Beauty" Q & A with Zach Gospe, 17-Year-Old Singer-Songwriter Why Catching Fire is So Much Better Than the First Hunger Games Movie Early Impressions of Gochi Japanese Fusion Tapas It's About Time Hollywood Made a Good Romance Where to Get the Best Samosas During Diwali Should You Read Dave Eggers' "The Circle"? Blue Line Pizza?yay or nay? The Spectacular Now-- Does it Live up to the Hype? Battle of the Bay Area Art Fairs Delirious Delhi, a Q&A at Books Inc. Hollywood's Idea of Innovation in "Jobs" Blue Jasmine: Woody Allen's San Francisco	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1646
__label__cc	0.665559	0.334441	PHILRADS RESPONDED TO HELP 1,000+ EARTHQUAKE-AFFECTED FAMILIES IN ILOMAVIS LAKAN SHARES COMMUNITY POWER-SHARING EXPERIENCES AT THE 8TH PEPP SUMMIT PBCI BOARD AND VOLUNTEERS DELIVERED RELIEF PACKS TO 120 EARTHQUAKE-AFFECTED FAMILIES By PBCI InfoComm Team The Board of Trustees (BOT) participated in the PBCI-CFP Tribe’s initial response to the needs of the earthquake-affected families in Sitio Malipayon, Barangay Managa, Municipality of Bansalan, Province of Davao del Sur. The primary objective is to listen directly to the voice of the people on the ground. This will help the BOT to sharpen their policies and sensitivity as PBCI-CFP Tribe implement relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction responses that are contextually appropriate. Principles On Disaster Response Disasters expose the vulnerability of creation and the systemic injustices that remain in the world. We recognize the desperate need for the transforming work of God’s people. In recognition that our community is called to reflect the character of Jesus by engaging in transforming mission and faithful presence, we commit: To a SOLIDARITY OF PURPOSE that demonstrates the character of God’s people by collaborating intentionally with each other in integrity, humility, and goodwill, recognizing the dignity and inherent value of all; To a SOLIDARITY OF PROCESS by advancing complete and transparent good practices of disaster management, including the wise and ethical stewardship of personal, corporate, and financial resources; To SOLIDARITY OF CONSEQUENCE by holding ourselves, our community, our leaders, and our governments accountable before God and one another; To a SOLIDARITY OF PASSION as advocates for justice, equality, dignity, and the transformation of persons, communities, and society; So as to make manifest Peace and Reconciliation. Thinking Ahead Towards Rehabilitation Our engagement with these particular Indigenous Peoples and Settler communities affected by earthquakes is part of a long-term, inclusive development journey. After a series of relief distribution in partnership with other organizations, our concern now is the ‘rehabilitation phase.’ What they are telling us is to help them build ‘modified bahay kubo’ — small houses made of light materials with galvanized iron roofing. With technical help from our partners, specifically with the help of one of our board members, AJ Moldez, the principal Lanscape Architect at AJM Planning and Design, we’re studying a viable model that fits the geographical, cultural, and social contexts of these people, then we’ll present the model to the community for final design and implementation. Source: Disaster Response Operations Monitoring and Information Center (DROMIC), Department of Social Welfare and Development, as of 13 November 2019, 1800 PHT “Considering the nature of the disaster and the structural damage to buildings and infrastructure, displacement in many affected areas is anticipated to continue for at least one year (IOM Displacement Tracking Matrix Report #2). With prolonged displacement, the importance of addressing needs in health, food security and agriculture, and nutrition is expected to increase.” United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) PBCI InfoComm Team The PBCI Information & Communications Team is a group of volunteer writers, applied communications specialists, and web designers serving with PeaceBuilders Community Incorporated (PBCI) who are working from different parts of the globe. PBCI is a community of missionaries who are dreaming and working together for a just, radical, and active non-violent transformation of our beautiful land. Permanent link to this article: https://peacebuilderscommunity.org/2019/11/pbci-board-and-volunteers-delivered-relief-packs-to-120-earthquake-affected-families/	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1651
__label__cc	0.707828	0.292172	Kassy Perry, President & CEO Julia Spiess Lewis, Senior Vice President Theresa Wheeler, Senior Counsel Kaitlin Perry, Vice President Kelley Rooney, Vice President Alexandra Lamirande, Account Executive Brooke Witzelberger, Account Executive Megan Yee, Account Executive Advocacy & Coalition Building Counter\|Point PCG News NAMI California Releases First Comprehensive List of MHSA Funded Programs Posted by Kassy Perry The 1,600 programs serve hundreds of thousands of Californians with mental illness in every county SACRAMENTO, Calif. (May 17, 2012) – Today, NAMI California released its anticipated report detailing the programs funded by $7 billion dollars generated by California’s historic Prop 63, the “millionaire’s tax.” The extensive report titled, MHSA County Programs 2012: Services Promoting Recovery and Reducing Homelessness, Hospitalization and Incarceration, is a compilation of the 1,600 programs throughout the state funded by the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). The Report outlines programs serving the estimated two million Californians in need of mental health services. One in 12 adults lives with a mental illness and one in 10 children live with a serious emotional disturbance causing significant impairment. Programs include wellness centers, crisis intervention teams, community college pathways, early childhood counseling, parenting skills, treatment for depression, suicide prevention, and transitional programs for people who are homeless. The Report is available at www.namicalifornia.org. Compiled by NAMI California, the Report lists all programs funded through the MHSA by county. This is the only comprehensive report of MHSA-funded programs and it provides a view into the wide range of programs, services and supports provided by Proposition 63 funds, serving the needs of communities throughout California. “It is our hope that this Report will help Californians to see the value of MHSA programs,” said Dorothy Hendrickson, President of NAMI California. At a time when state funds formerly dedicated to mental health services are diminishing, NAMI California and its members are concerned about the weakening safety net. The ongoing budget crisis and recession makes our MHSA funds more important than ever. The services provided through these funds have positively affected our stakeholders. That is why NAMI California has advocated for preservation of MHSA funding to safeguard these programs.” Organized by county, the Report names and describes each MHSA program, those served by the programs, and the names and contact information of county MHSA coordinators. Programs funded through MHSA can help a person with chronic and persistent mental illness toward recovery and a meaningful role in society, reducing the client’s risk of becoming a person who is homeless, incarcerated, hospitalized, dependent, or a forgotten statistic. “In one way or another, virtually all California families are touched by mental illness. This report validates the vision of California voters who approved Proposition 63, understanding the necessity for more effective programs to help people turn around their lives,” said Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg. “Many counties are now seeing significant declines in homelessness, emergency room visits and incarceration of people with mental illness. I applaud NAMI California for its extensive research in compiling this guide to MHSA programs, to assist Californians in finding the services they need.” As the Report shows, thousands of programs, serving hundreds of thousands of Californians over the past seven years, are available now to help improve the lives of those with serious mental illness. These programs have helped reduce hospitalization, homelessness, suicide, and incarcerations, reaching children, youth, transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, older adults, veterans and their family members. ABOUT NAMI CALIFORNIA The National Alliance on Mental Illness, California (NAMI California) is the largest membership organization comprised of families and individuals affected by serious mental illness in the state. As a non-profit grassroots organization, it advocates for lives of quality and respect, without discrimination and stigma, and provides leadership in advocacy, legislation, policy development, education, and support throughout California. Filed Under: Clients In The News Tagged With: California, depression, Dorothy Hendrickson, Homelessness, Hospitalization, Incarceration, mental health services, MHSA County Programs 2012, NAMI California, suicide prevention, transitional programs Subscribe to the Perry Communications Group Blog Click here to subscribe by email Check Out Similar Posts! 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__label__wiki	0.714645	0.714645	Together with portfolio company AMP Robotics, Sidewalk Labs launches recycling pilot in Toronto Nearly a year after China stopped accepting the world's garbage, cities around the globe are wrestling with what to do with all of their waste. China's new policy, which once accepted 70% of municipal solid waste generated around the world, means that cities like New York, London, and Paris need to find a new way to deal with their dumps. In Toronto, the municipal government is targeting a 70 percent reduction in the amount of recyclables and organics that are going into landfills or waste disposal by 2026. The goal is made more difficult by one problem that cities have in common -- multi-tenant residences (like apartments, condos, and coops) have a hard time organizing waste for recycling and landfills. That's why Sidewalk Labs and its portfolio company AMP Robotics are working on a pilot program that would provide residents of a single apartment building representing 250 units in Toronto with detailed information about their recycling habits. "Multi-family buildings are notoriously hard for sorting. Single family has 60 to 70 percent diversion rates," says Emily Kildow, Associate Director of Sustainability at Sidewalk Labs. Working with the building and a waste hauler, Sidewalk Labs would transport the waste to a Canada Fibers material recovery facility where trash will be sorted by both Canada Fibers employees and AMP Robotics. Once the waste is categorized, sorted, and recorded Sidewalk will communicate with residents of the building about how they're doing in their recycling efforts. Sidewalk says that the tips will be communicated through email, an online portal, and signage throughout the building every two weeks over a three-month period. For residents, it's an opportunity to have a better handle on what they can and can't recycle and Sidewalk Labs is betting that the information will help residents improve their habits. And for folks who don't want their trash to be monitored and sorted, they can opt out of the program. If that hypothesis is correct, it's a technology that could potentially help other cities facing similar predicaments. Sidewalk is also aware of the privacy concerns that could arise from having the trash monitored by its portfolio company, so in concert with the city, the company created a Responsible Data Use Assessment process and is assuring residents that any data collected will be de-identified and aggregated and only focus on the types of waste that's being thrown out. "The non-personal, aggregate data about the waste recorded by the materials recovery facility and AMP will be shared with Sidewalk Labs, residents in the buildings, and building owners," the company said. "Once the pilot is complete, Sidewalk Labs will share a report to the public using the same aggregate and non-identifying data." China's zero-waste activists fight overconsumption Rewriting the narrative: the women entrepreneurs set to transform Africa's economy Malaysia returns 42 containers to UK in purge of 'illegal' foreign waste Beer sales fizzle in Vietnam as drink-driving law hits bars Why 'biosecurity' is important for wildlife conservation China funds more coal plants in Bosnia as residents protest some of the world’s worst air quality	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1658
__label__wiki	0.665893	0.665893	I walked today where Jesus walked... I walked today where Jesus walked And felt him close to me. At least that's how the song goes. That's what you expect when you visit the "Holy Sites" in Israel and Palestine. You anticipate a religious experience. Instead, you get crowds, smells, bells, noise and constant commerce. Finding Jesus in this distracting crush is like "Where's Wally?" So, there I was, charged by a former colleague to organise and deliver the "spiritual experience" for a group of Christians most of whom were making their first trip to the places where Jesus walked. A few weeks beforehand, with the itinerary in one hand and my Bible in the other, I mapped out our route through the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. There would be plenty of material. And only a little bit of it from the Bible. There's a military occupation to deal with. There's history in bucket loads -- like those huge buckets they use in open cut mines. Was I doubtful we could deliver an… An Eye for an Eye would be a start Does ABC News reporting on Palestine and Israel contain bias? Here is today's news: There are fears that weapons from Libya, including sophisticated missiles that can shoot down aircraft, are being smuggled into Gaza to help arm militants there. In recent weeks, dozens of rockets and mortars have been fired from Gaza into Israel. One Israeli man has been killed, and retaliatory air strikes by Israeli warplanes have killed 11 Palestinians. Violence like this is hardly new; every few months on average there is a new round of tit for tat rocket fire and Israeli air strikes.Read the full story here Or perhaps it could read like this? There are fears that weapons from Israel, including sophisticated missiles that can shoot down aircraft, are being delivered into Israel from the United States to help arm militants there. In recent weeks, dozens of rockets and mortars have been fired from Israeli warplanes into Gaza. 11 Palestinians have been killed, and one Israeli man. Violence like t… Now I'm At A Restaurant Yesterday, 7th September, or as they say in the States 9/7, was my 43rd Wedding Anniversary. By a ridiculous coincidence it was the Lady Judith's wedding anniversary too. So we went out to a new Warrnambool nightspot to celebrate. CRB is a Cafe-Restaurant-Bar. Creative name, eh? It's half-owned by Matt Ryan, former owner of a Brighton Hotel in Melbourne, but now returned to his country roots. He's brought along his Brighton chef to own the other half. Now Ryan, is not exactly a rare family name in these parts. Down here by the Southern Ocean, if your surname doesn't start with Mac, then you're probably Irish. Port Fairy was called Belfast before the Gays renamed it. And there's Ryans Removals and even a Ryan's Real Estate that is owned by the aforementioned Matt's dad who also happens to own the building in which CRB has opened. About a month past I sat next to a pleasant woman on the bus to Geelong (the slavegangs were out on the train tracks that day… Travelling with Locals If you want to really see a place, go with a local. So, this Father's Day, Judy and I accepted the invitation of our neighbours to visit Bannongill Station, near Skipton and open for viewing in the Open Gardens scheme. The neighbours are Locals. Like for Generations. Dairy farmers, now retired with the next generation stuck into the milking, and the retired generation building their dream home overlooking the Southern Ocean. You learn a lot when you go with locals. "What's that crop?" "Canola." "Pretty isn't it?" "Imagine how great it looks from the air." "By golly, the land looks well. I don't think I have ever seen it looking so well." "This rock is bluestone. That one is volcanic. See the holes?" "What's that tree?" "I think it's a planticylagruen floriabundelle." "That's easy for you to say." And, of course, they know everyone. And are seriously disturbed if they s… Location: Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1660
__label__cc	0.696078	0.303922	A selection of graphic output by Aaron Winters. NevMade. Useful & Unique Housewares NevMade creates one-of-a-kind, handpainted products for the home. Targeted to a sophisticated audience with a knack for modernist home decor, these products boast the highest production values despite their handmade character. nevmade.com As a start-up working with limited resources, NevMade relies on other online properties to do the heavy lifting for the business. Disappointed by the sameness and clutter of other hosted social and e-commerce platforms, the one-page responsive site provides a central, branded hub. Having the page makes it possible to scale up to other providers without losing brand or valuable search equity. The page also captures email subscriptions to support outbound marketing. A respectable average clickthrough rate of 8% for these custom emails complements the growth of her contact list. Since 2015, Nevmade has grown from selling sporadically online and at monthly markets, to having products stocked in West Elm stores throughout California. With guidance and a very limited ad spend, she has seen her visibility and sales grow on Instagram and Etsy, respectively. She continues to build her pre-qualified list of leads through the website and plans to expand to a more robust ecommerce solution in the coming year.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1664
__label__cc	0.509013	0.490987	Creative Directory Actors / Actresses Bloggers / Writers Influencers / Models Our Voice – Blog Creative Spotlight Meet Osei Banahene – only Shutterstock contributor for Ghana! By admin\|2019-07-17T06:12:55+00:00September 17th, 2018\|Creative Spotlight\|1 Comment Osei Owusu Banahene is a self-taught, passionate, Independent Documentary Filmmaker from Ghana who is now based in Australia. He has 10 years’ experience working with a number of production companies, television networks and on movie sets in Ghana – producing, directing, editing and as a cinematographer on a number of works. With a career and list of clients that include Ohene Media, Capital TV (Ghana), Fiesta TV (Ghana), Infocos Pictures, Bigfoot Media, Puma, BBC horizon, Google Ghana, Twofour Digital and Bella Najia to name a few. He’s worked on a number of film sets in Ghana, of which his most recent award winning International film feature was Beasts of No Nation, as one of the Production Coordinators. As a music video director/editor and cinematographer for over 40 music videos, Osei worked with a number of high profile Ghanaian musicians of the likes of OJ, Daughters of Glorious, Ohemaa Mercy, Bernice Offie, Richie, Asem, Okyeame Kwame, and Obrafour. As an independent filmmaker, he has shown self-directed/produced documentary films at various prominent International Film Festivals in Africa and currently is the only Shutterstock contributor for Ghana. In 2013, he contested in the Shutterstock Stories competition and emerged as a finalist. In that same year, Osei’s first documentary “Alligator Kids” made a massive impact online and brought help to the three children who featured in his film suffering from the disease Lamellar Ichthyosis (commonly known as Alligator skin) and whose lives were also in danger. Later in 2015, he participated in the Berlinarn Talent Durban, People to People Documentary Conference in South Africa and African International Film Festival in Nigeria, where he won a Ford Scholarship to attend a short course in Documentary film making at the Montana State University in 2016, for his outstanding performance at this festival. His 2016 documentary feature film “Where We Belong” was selected to be pitched at the Durban Film Mart 2016 at the Durban International Film Festival 2016, South Africa. His film “Still Kicking” is currently screening at film festivals around the world. This film has also attracted the attention of Aljazeer and New York Times, through brokerage channels. Osei’s professional goal is to capture and share hidden stories of amazing individuals, nature and important subject matters to the world, through his Documentary films and also creating the atmosphere of a can do attitude with the people he works and collaborates with and to help impact society in a positive and empower way with his craft no matter were he is in the world. African Music and Cultural Festival (AMCF) 2019 Meet JoJo Husain – business start-up & strategy coach Meet Annie Wong – Visual artist and writer How I Became a Freelance Writer [by Sam Kituu] Helping ‘Atypical Ambitious People’ [with Adriana Bito] viagra canada September 6, 2019 at 1:46 am - Reply I do not even understand how I finished up right here, however I believed this publish was once good. I do not recognise who you are however certainly you’re going to a well-known blogger in the event you aren’t already. Hiring Freelancers vs. Employees for Small businesses Events Festivals Freelancer Freelancing 101 Copyright 2019 POCreative \| All Rights Reserved YouTubeTwitterLinkedInInstagramFacebook	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1670
__label__cc	0.642267	0.357733	Technical assistance study on "points system" methods The European Commission has instigated this technical assistance project to evaluate and derive a "points-system" methodology that could be applied to the development of Ecodesign requirements for complex products and/ or product systems. This need arises due to the increasingly common investigation of more complex energy-related products and systems for prospective Ecodesign and Energy Labelling implementing measures within the Ecodesign work plan, most notably since the advent of the 2012-2014 Ecodesign work plan. Examples of such products are machine tools, data storage devices and professional washing machines/ driers, which are complex in that: They may have more than one functional unit (i.e. the quantified performance of a product system for use as a reference unit in a life cycle assessment study), due to the variety of functions the product is capable of performing. The functional units may be inherently difficult to assess due to measurement or methodological difficulties. It is also common for the product groups concerned to have varying degrees of heterogeneity that complicate their assessment against common metrics and measurement methods. However, as savings potentials from the adoption of appropriate Ecodesign technologies can be significant, and these technologies are theoretically capable of being assessed on a modular basis, the European Commission is interested in evaluating whether it is feasible to devise an assessment methodology for product systems comprised of technology/design modules that considers the ensemble of modular technologies deployed. This notion was first explored within the Ecodesign process in the case of machine tools within a working document put forward by the Commission at the May 2014 Consultation Forum which proposed one potential option based around a points systems approach. The resulting discussion highlighted the potential of this notion but also the need to explore options in greater depth and to produce a rationale that would allow the viable approaches to be identified and their strengths and limitations to be assessed. The present technical support services contract aims to elucidate this issue via the conduct of analyses that will clarify the options, identify the most promising method(s) and then demonstrate their viability via some worked case studies. To be able to fulfil the specific objectives of the project, our approach and methodology is structured into six tasks as follows: Task 1 - Stakeholder consultation, including the compilation of a stakeholder list and a stakeholder survey. Task 2 - Review of state-of-the-art methods, in which all relevant existing methodologies will be catalogued and reviewed, followed by a comparative analysis. Task 3 - Method development, which entails the derivation of a prospective method for establishing Ecodesign requirements for complex products. This is to be derived from consideration of at least: a) the fit with MEErP, b) the fit with the provisions of the Ecodesign Directive, c) suitability for addressing energy-related and resource efficiency aspects, d) modular build on existing Ecodesign implementing measures, e) measurability via standards. Task 4 - Case studies, where at least two product groups will be evaluated using the method proposed in Task 3. The Task 3 method may be iteratively revised and applied, as appropriate. Task 5 – Additional work on case studies The study will be carried out by a consortium that spans a broad spectrum of expertise including technological know-how and environmental engineering, economic and environmental assessment, market and consumer analysis. Waide Strategic Efficiency is technical leader of the study. Other involved project partners are VITO, Fraunhofer, Viegand Maagøe and VHK. Planning & Meetings Register for website Register for meeting Contact & Consortium Important legal notice: the information on this website is subject to a disclaimer and copyright notice \| Contact webmaster	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1674
__label__wiki	0.687487	0.687487	Population structure of the malaria vector Anopheles darlingi in a malaria-endemic region of eastern Amazonian Brazil J. Conn, J. Vineis, J.P. Bollback, D. Onyabe, R. Wilkerson, M. Povoa, The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 74 (2006) 798–806. No fulltext has been uploaded. References only! http://www.ajtmh.org/content/74/5/798.full Journal Article \| Published Export / Search Mark/Unmark publication Conn, Jan E ; Vineis, Joseph H ; Bollback, Jonathan PIST Austria ; Onyabe, David Y ; Wilkerson, Richard C ; Povoa, Marinete M Anopheles darlingi is the primary malaria vector in Latin America, and is especially important in Amazonian Brazil. Historically, control efforts have been focused on indoor house spraying using a variety of insecticides, but since the mid-1990s there has been a shift to patient treatment and focal insecticide fogging. Anopheles darlingi was believed to have been significantly reduced in a gold-mining community, Peixoto de Azevedo (in Mato Grosso State), in the early 1990s by insecticide use during a severe malaria epidemic. In contrast, although An. darlingi was eradicated from some districts of the city of Belem (the capital of Para State) in 1968 to reduce malaria, populations around the water protection area in the eastern district were treated only briefly. To investigate the population structure of An. darlingi including evidence for a population bottleneck in Peixoto, we analyzed eight microsatellite loci of 256 individuals from seven locations in Brazil: three in Amapa State, three in Para State, and one in Mato Grosso State. Allelic diversity and mean expected heterozygosity were high for all populations (mean number alleles/locus and H(E) were 13.5 and 0.834, respectively) and did not differ significantly between locations. Significant heterozygote deficits were associated with linkage disequilibrium, most likely due to either the Wahlund effect or selection. We found no evidence for a population bottleneck in Peixoto, possibly because the reduction was not extreme enough to be detected. Overall estimates of long-term N(e) varied from 92.4 individuals under the linkage disequilibrium model to infinity under the heterozygote excess model. Fixation indices and analysis of molecular variance demonstrated significant differentiation between locations north and south of the Amazon River, suggesting a degree of genetic isolation between them, attributed to isolation by distance. IST-REx-ID Conn J, Vineis J, Bollback JP, Onyabe D, Wilkerson R, Povoa M. Population structure of the malaria vector Anopheles darlingi in a malaria-endemic region of eastern Amazonian Brazil. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2006;74(5):798-806. Conn, J., Vineis, J., Bollback, J. P., Onyabe, D., Wilkerson, R., & Povoa, M. (2006). Population structure of the malaria vector Anopheles darlingi in a malaria-endemic region of eastern Amazonian Brazil. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 74(5), 798–806. Conn, Jan, Joseph Vineis, Jonathan P Bollback, David Onyabe, Richard Wilkerson, and Marinete Povoa. “Population Structure of the Malaria Vector Anopheles Darlingi in a Malaria-Endemic Region of Eastern Amazonian Brazil.” The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 74, no. 5 (2006): 798–806. J. Conn, J. Vineis, J. P. Bollback, D. Onyabe, R. Wilkerson, and M. Povoa, “Population structure of the malaria vector Anopheles darlingi in a malaria-endemic region of eastern Amazonian Brazil,” The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, vol. 74, no. 5, pp. 798–806, 2006. Conn J, Vineis J, Bollback JP, Onyabe D, Wilkerson R, Povoa M. 2006. Population structure of the malaria vector Anopheles darlingi in a malaria-endemic region of eastern Amazonian Brazil. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 74(5), 798–806. Conn, Jan, et al. “Population Structure of the Malaria Vector Anopheles Darlingi in a Malaria-Endemic Region of Eastern Amazonian Brazil.” The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, vol. 74, no. 5, American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 2006, pp. 798–806. Link(s) to Main File(s) Closed Access Marked Publications Open Data IST Research Explorer aREF (another RDF Encoding Form): text/x-yaml YAML: application/xml Dublin Core: DOI only CSV: text/x-csv text/x-bibtex DC JSON: application/oaidc+json CSL JSON: application/vnd.citationstyles.csl+json RTF: JSONLines: application/json JSON: RIS (reference software): application/x-research-info-systems Datacite XML: application/x-datacite+xml Search this title in	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1680
__label__cc	0.726814	0.273186	A Message To The Government From Children Screaming To Be Heard 24 Sunday May 2015 Posted by Natasha in child welfare, forced adoption In this poignant invitation to the government to support an initiative that helps keep families together after forced adoption, and allow children to know their heritage and the parents and extended family members they lost, Children Screaming To Be Heard have written a letter to the government. It is very much worth a read and makes several very thought-provoking points about children’s rights and the importance of acknowledging that adoption does not mean a child forgets about their first family or sheds the desire to know them. Indeed, knowing all they can about their biological families is a vital part of any child’s development. Please do read the letter below when you have a moment. The initiative, called Families Forever Storybooks is just lovely. “IN A CHILD’S BEST INTEREST” “Families forever storybooks” The British children taken into care now includes many children from the EU countries, and in 2014 many of the EU countries held meetings to raise their concerns about the British attitudes to state-sponsored child abuse and forced adoption. Present day figures state approx 1.000 children are taken into care every month, mostly on false allegations. Once a child is in care, that child is left all alone with strangers, frightened, then only to be bombarded with questions by the court ‘experts’. Many children are used for medical experiments, most children are moved many times from different foster carers; some children are sexually abused. When foster carers take their yearly paid holidays the children are sent to live with more strangers with a respite carer. There is no stability for these children, they are all alone. So, “In a child’s best interest” thousands of these children are going from pillar to post and lose all contact with their families and grandparents. For those children who are ALLOWED contact they are supervised, mostly in a tiny room in a contact centre. Many contacts are limited to nine hours a year with most grandparents told ‘your grandchildren do not want to see you’. This is not “In a child’s best interest”; this is destroying the families. We have thousands of adults who are discarded from the care system left to live on the streets. Most tell me that when they were in care the social workers told them their families did not want them or any contact, and this was the reason they were in care. For many children this was an outright lie, which they only discovered after leaving the system and on finding their families when they were told the truth. It is time that the care system supported the families and children “In a child’s best interest”. For 100s of years the British children in care have been screaming to be heard they have no human rights, no family and are still the silent witnesses. Prisoners have more rights then any child in care and all prisoners are allowed contact with their children. They are allowed to write them a story as can be seen at http://www.storybookdads.co.uk. If prisoners are allowed family contact and are able to write stories for their children then the families of those children in care should have the same rights. I, on behalf of the children screaming to be heard, who are all alone, frightened, and living with strangers, demand that they have contact by “Families Forever storybooks” from their families to give the children the support and to let them know they are still part of a family wanted, loved and missed. http://www.childrenscreamingtobeheard.com/prisoners-human-rights-children-none/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gXRH0dMSgs In this link is Ben, just one of the thousands of adults from the care system who was left to live on the streets. He is one of the hundreds of adults I interviewed and filmed. He was told his family did not want him or to have any contact and for this reason he was in care. It is time for the system to stop the lies and to support the families and to bring change in the 21st Century for the kids in care. Ben will shortly be recording one of his songs he wrote about the care system. This will be in support of the children in care and also to support “Families Forever Storybooks”. I ask the British Government, the media, social services, the courts, lawyers, Barristers, celebrities and all who purport to work “In a child’s best interest” to support Families Forever Storybooks so that the children can know they are still loved and wanted, and by Families Forever Storybooks the children will be able to stay in touch with their biological families. Maggie Tuttle http://www.childrenscreamingtobeheard.com The silent witness here lies the truth. Company No 07778714 13 thoughts on “A Message To The Government From Children Screaming To Be Heard” Forced Adoption said: Trouble is they can scream all they like but they will never be “heard” by politicians because they cannot vote. Maggie Tuttle said: If we are all negative then of course children will never be heard if people agreed with FAMILIES FOREVER STORYBOOKS then help the kids and write to the idiots in government telling them that story books for families just may also help the bloody Lords Ladies and MPs who have no knowlege of love or families and can also learn from a PLEB how to be a family. Changes are being made in having children’s voices heard. I am sure there will be press releases late summer from Voice of a Child. The National Charter is a big part of it. Amber is the voice of a child your organisation ladyportia27 said: It is simply history repeating itself, because as a society we have learned nothing. We went into other countries and colonised them, removed their children, shaved their heads, changed their names, and forced our relogion and language upon them. We knew the consequences from the lost generation – Aboriginees. We see the damage we have done in USA among the tribes. We see the damage done to Irish children and families with this British regime and what do we do? Go right back to using it on our own British children and Europeans. We use language like assimilating children into what we deem suitable families. We warehouse them- now what kind of language is that to use when speaking of children? It tells the world children in UK are nothing more than the chattels of thousands of years ago- bought, sold traded like cattle for profit. Then we have the audacity to use Hitler’s slogan Best interests of the child, when we know its energy signature and that Hitler copied the British camp systems from Ireland and USA. Its up to us adults to speak out loud re the children. Its our responsibility as a society. Enough of the old cognitive dissonance. agree with you Perhaps we should rename the care system as THE HEAD HUNTERS because that is what kids have become for the army of the SS, and governments have continued to allow the SS which is the army from Hitler’s days , so what is the difference from Hitler the SS and the British Nazi Governments. All head hunters of kids. Dana said: Interesting to see a Supreme Court in America has just upheld that grandparents should not lose visitation rights to see their grandchildren in the event of parental separation, or after adoption. When is this going to happen in the UK? http://www.adoptionhealing.com/ginni.html Statistics on the effects of adoption. Despite knowing that adoptions dont work for the child the UK government has told social workers to ramp up adoption figures! Are they really so ignorant of the effects of adoption, or do they just not care! “Despite the fact that Adoptees make up just 2% of the US population, they represent 25-35% of the teens in correctional camps and institutions” Adoption Voices Magazine. daveyone1 said: Five years of researching into a system of child abuse in the care system of which Governments love to say (In a child’s best interest) how sick are they the only interest Governments have is the continuation of the money and jobs made from the kids and the children with no voices who try to speak of the abuse they suffer. The recent 700 victims of child abuse in the Welsh care system all were told no case, so Governments via Lady Macur said no case so you 700 victims have all told lies, we could have a million victims or a billion and all will be told NO CASE you are all liers, So the population along with the kids in care can continue to speak out but no one can ever get justice in the Great British Empire it has been corrupt from dot and the only justice is for the paedophiles and the child abusers and the fraudsters and lets not go down the road of the money laundering, kids and money are the keys to the corruption, lets take the family courts we have some wonderful honest legal people who want justice for the abused kids, but sadly the legal people also have to abide by the rules if not they do not get their licence to practice every year, then we have the CPS who again have to abide by the rules and as for the Judges well do they have to abide by the rules YES. The judge in my case of when I was defrauded of many hundreds of thousands of pounds said, it is a scandal what happened to Maggie Tuttle and I mean a scandal but unfortunately it is out of my hands, and that says it all for every person to include the kids in care who want justice, there is no justice and never will be in this so called Great British Empire, But we will and must keep fighting for the children screaming to be heard, they are the silent witnesses and here lies the truth. What the Nation needs to know is that there are untold government bodies set up to investigate the British child abuse and all they do is talk and talk and at the end of the day as Lady Macur said to 700 abused victims from Wales NO CASE TO ANSWER, and it all will go on and on and the fat cats in the governments do nothing but get richer on the backs of the abused kids in care and do nothing what so ever to help the kids screaming to be heard and yes there will be more committees set up but only for the money for the fat cats, I have written to Cameron many times asking that families and children in care have the same rights as the prisoners have to write a story to help support and keep the family together and most of all so that the kids will know that mum or dad who is in prison still love and miss them not once has he replied so take on board the talks and talks and no response to a story book for the kids crying out in care, so what does that tell the Nation, oh yes get lost the kids are a multibillion pound industry they always have been and always will be and of course little dollies for many of us to play with, then do as Heath and Savile did along with all of the paedophiles in Governments who out of the blue died or lost their minds. 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__label__wiki	0.904257	0.904257	A guy named Butt, bullying on steroids courtesy of fake-terror spotters, and long term contact with LEO’s for YEARS before he commits a crime: a bad joke, or COINTELPRO 2.0, international version? June 9, 2017 June 9, 2017 ~ researchorganizedgangstalking Strong Crypto Is Not The Problem: Manchester And London Attackers Were Known To The Authorities –from the adding-hay-to-the-stack-makes-it-harder-to-find-the-needles dept [Read the whole story hereRead the whole story hereRead the whole story hereRead the whole story hereRead the whole story hereRead the whole story here] Butt was seen as a heavyweight figure….. Soon after the attack in Manchester, the UK government went back to its “encrypted communications are the problem” script, which it has rolled out repeatedly in the past. But it has now emerged that the suicide bomber was not only known to the authorities, but that members of the public had repeatedly warned about his terrorist sympathies, as the Telegraph reports: Counter Terrorism agencies were facing questions after it emerged Salman Abedi told friends that “being a suicide bomber was okay”, prompting them to call the Government’s anti-terrorism hotline. Sources suggest that authorities were informed of the danger posed by Abedi on at least five separate occasions in the five years prior to the attack on Monday night. Following the more recent attacks on London Bridge, the UK prime minister, Theresa May, has gone full banana republic dictator, declaring herself ready to rip up human rights “because terrorism”. But once more, we learn that the attackers were well known to the authorities: London attack ringleader Khuram Butt was identified as a major potential threat, leading to an investigation that started in 2015, UK counterterrorism sources tell CNN. Butt was seen as a heavyweight figure in al-Muhajiroun, whose hardline views made him potentially one of the most dangerous extremists in the UK, the sources said Tuesday. The investigation into Butt involved a “full package” of investigatory measures, the sources told CNN. Butt was filmed in a 2016 documentary with the self-explanatory title “The Jihadis Next Door”, in which a black flag associated with ISIS was publicly unfurled in London’s Regent’s Park. Even though police were present during the filming, they did not follow up that incident, Published by researchorganizedgangstalking View all posts by researchorganizedgangstalking ‹ PreviousWhat THEY are reading: disabling the power of one word which has nebulous but massively important colloquial meaning, and a discrediting value in legal and psychosettings. Next ›GANG STALKING BINGO: OGS, mind control practiced by amateurs, Stockolm Syndrome and false confessions: when gang stalkers hide behind authority and manipulate vulnerable people	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1683
__label__wiki	0.511002	0.511002	search filter All ContentGeoScienceWorld Books American Association of Petroleum Geologists Clay Minerals Society Geological Society of America Geological Society of London Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland SEPM Society for Sedimentary Geology Society of Economic Geologists Society of Exploration Geophysicists NRC Research Press Modify Your Advanced Search GeoRef ID Keyword (GeoRef Descriptor) Facet list Geological Society of America (1) GSA Memoirs (1) 1-1 OF 1 RESULTS FOR Results shown limited to content with bounding coordinates. T. L. Holcombe Sort Order Select Relevance Date - Newest First Date - Oldest First Map of geologic provinces in the Caribbean region J. E. Case, T. L. Holcombe, R. G. Martin Book: The Caribbean-South American Plate Boundary and Regional Tectonics Series: GSA Memoirs Publisher: Geological Society of America DOI: 10.1130/MEM162-p1 Add to Citation Manager The greater Caribbean region has been divided into more than 100 geologic provinces, some of which are tectonostratigraphic terranes or suspect terranes as defined by Coney, Jones, and Monger (1980). The principal criteria for distinguishing provinces are groups of rocks that differ from their immediate neighbors with respect to: (1) rock lithology, thickness, and age, (2) structural style, (3) presence or absence of outcropping igneous rocks, (4) degree of metamorphism, (5) physiographic expression, (6) nature of crust, and other characteristics. Many of the provinces thus identified are bordered by known major faults, including suture and transform zones; other provinces are bordered by unexposed or cryptic faults; and still other boundaries are drawn on the basis of major changes in rock facies, and so are not boundaries of tectonostratigraphic terranes. Paleomagnetic data, far from complete in the region, indicate that many of the provinces have experienced large tectonic translations and rotations. Colors and patterns have been used on the map in an attempt to portray provinces that appear to be geologically similar in rock type and age, and style and age of principal deformation. For example, Neogene accretionary prisms of the Lesser Antilles, North Caribbean, South Caribbean, North Panama, and Pacific margin deformed belts are shown by the same color, with slight variations in pattern to indicate apparent structural differences between the deformed belts. Many provinces defined here can be further subdivided on the basis of existing information, and many changes will be required as new data accumulate.	cc/2020-05/en_middle_0116.json.gz/line1688

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