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3coast Named Top 10 Revenue Producer by Global Recruiting Organization
3coast was recognized as one of the top 10 revenue-producing staffing firms for NPA, The Worldwide Recruiting Network on its Top 40 Firms list. Rankings were determined by the total amount of shared revenue generated from successful placements in 2007. Recognitions were presented at the organization’s 2008 annual conference in Nashville, Tenn.
“This highly distinguished award demonstrates our recruiting diligence and commitment to finding the best candidates for our clients,” said George Black, president and CEO of 3coast. “It’s an honor to be recognized for our achievements in 2007 and look forward to exceeding them in 2008.”
Overall, 3coast received eight total awards, including:
Top 40 Firms Award
Ten Times Quota Award
Top Ten Consultants Award
Consulting Excellence Award
Recruiter Excellence Award, two platinum-level and two silver-level awards
Founded in 1956, NPA Worldwide is a cooperative recruiting network that connects staffing companies from across the globe and provides them a resource to recruit internationally and share best practices. Members interact to locate hard-to-find candidates and benefit from each other’s industry expertise.
To ensure high quality of service, NPA Worldwide has stringent membership prerequisites and performance requirements. All members are part-owners and benefit from global access to industry specializations and high-quality candidates. 3coast has been a member-owner since 1982 and has generated more than $12 million in placement fees.
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IN STORE EATERIES
The Zodiac at Neiman Marcus, Dallas, TX
I’ve always had a soft spot for Neiman Marcus’ popovers with strawberry butter (the new “Neiman Marcus Cooks” cookbook includes the recipe if you want to try them at home). There’s no better spot to enjoy them than at the eternally chic Zodiac restaurant. Located on the sixth floor of the store’s original downtown Dallas location, it’s been an institution for 50 years and is still as glamorous as ever. Here are a few more of my favorite in-store cafes and restaurants around the country:
Ralph’s Coffee Shop, New York, NY
When Ralph Lauren officially opened the new Polo flagship on Fifth Avenue last month, I had to pop in. This location had a little surprise in store: Ralph’s Coffee Shop. Tucked in a sunny corner on the second floor, there’s a smattering of bistro tables and a long communal one covered in coffee table books to browse. The food is sourced from local farms, purveyors and bakeries and the coffee is private label USDA organic. It’s the perfect spot for a shopping break.
Freds at Barneys, Beverly Hills, CA
Barneys opened a new restaurant this month (replacing Barney Greengrass with an outpost of Freds) and the expanded terrace offers al fresco dining at its best. Think views of the Hollywood Hills with West Coast fare such as the Beverly Hills Club Sandwich filled with shrimp, crab, avocado and bacon.
BG at Bergdorf Goodman, New York, NY
Designed by Kelly Wearstler in pale blues, greens and chinoiserie wallpaper, BG is a beautiful restaurant with views of Central Park on the seventh floor of one of the world’s most iconic department stores. It’s just down the block from my office, and a perfect spot for afternoon lunch.
Sam’s at Louis, Boston, MA
Tucked behind the Institute of Contemporary Art and overlooking the inner harbor, Louis Boston’s new location is in stark modern contrast to its previous brick manse. Upstairs there’s a cool contemporary diner serving locally sourced New England dishes that are as refreshing as the view.
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Reply – The Many Uses Of Radar Detectors
The Many Uses Of Radar Detectors
<p>We've all been there. You wake up late, jump out of bed and run, toothbrush in you mouth and fumbling with your keys to the car. You're late for work. But no worries mate. You have your "avoid jail altogether card" sitting on your dash. You radar detector blinks to life as you shove the key into the ignition and you smile for the first time that morning.</p><p>Ever sine we watched Smokey and the Bandit, we've learned to love our little dashboard buddies that keep us ahead of the police and speeding tickets autel maxisys ms906. The uses of radar detectors have grown from being our illegal sidekick to helping weathermen gauge the next storm surge or scientists track an unidentified object on the ocean floor or in the skies above us. We have also seen the uses of radar detectors snatched wholeheartedly by the military.</p><p>Although the design of radar detectors that are used by the military vary from those that can be carried in a car for a green light to speed, they use the same radio waves to detect the speed and direction of missiles, both in the air or under the water. The beacon what blinks on the console that seems to be the center of attention in all those submarine movies is nothing but an example of radar at work, keeping track of any threats or debris in the water around the craft.</p><p>Ever wanted to know what's on the ocean floor in the Bermuda Triangle? How about looking for proof of the lost city of Atlantis? Well, thanks to another use of the radar detector, we have a chance at seeing these mysterious geographic areas firsthand. Scientists would possibly be able to send unmanned underwater vehicles down to take pictures of the ocean floor and the surrounding area. The scientists would be able to wait at a safe distance while the radar detector mapped out the scene for them, returning its findings to the receiver on the ship.</p><p>Radar detectors are also used to map and predict weather patterns MaxiSys Pro. How can a radar detector that tracks dense objects like missiles and speeding cars track a cloud's movement, you ask? Well, by increasing the amplification of the radio waves that are received, we can get a clear picture of the less dense objects floating above us in the sky. Our ability to track and gauge the severity of storms can help us to avoid situations like Katrina and the multitude of weather-related tragedies the news throws at us everyday.</p><p>Keeping our eyes on outer space can also be assisted by radar detectors. Mission control stations all over the world have receivers and detectors searching for audible, physical and visual phenomenon outside of our ozone layer.</p><p>So go ahead, speed if you're late for work. Use that radar detector. But remember, just because you CAN speed, doesn't mean you SHOULD. Why not put that radar detector to better use looking for treasure in the lake behind your house?</p>Speeding Drivers Guide is a directory site that provides comprehensive resources on Radar/Laser Detectors, speed trap locations and how to fight a speeding ticket.
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Google’s Go search rolls out; this will work in budget Mobile Phones with low space
Google has launched its lightweight app Go search worldwide. Although the company has launched this app in India and Indonesia about one and a half years ago. You can download this app for free from Google Play Store. Let us know that the specialty of Go search app is that users can easily use it in low powered and low configuration Smartphones as its size is only 7MB. Google says that this app supports Android Lollipop 5.0 and above.
Google Go search was initially designed for the emerging market, after which the company launched it in India and Indonesia. But now this app has been made available all over the world. Along with supporting lightweight devices, it also supports voice search. With the help of which users can search anything easily by speaking instead of writing. Apart from this, Google had also added Google lens in Go search recently, after which users can search the details of a photo.
Google Go service includes apps such as Files Go, G Borad Go, YouTube Go and Maps Go, including Gmail Go. Users can also use Gmail Go on low-powered devices. That is, on the slow internet, you can also log in and mail your Gmail account. The Gmail Go app is also equipped with features such as group email, POP3 and Exchange account for conversion.
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San Marino UPR Adoption - 34th Session of Universal Periodic Review
8 Nov 2019 - Universal Periodic Review Adoption - San Marino National Reports
H.E. Mr. Rajiv Kumar Chander, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations Office in Geneva and other International Organisations (on behalf of Troika)
Mr. Harald Aspelund, Vice President of the Human Rights Council (Adoption)
H.E. Mr. Marcello Beccari, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Republic of San Marino to UNOG (Final Remarks)
H.E. Mr. Rajiv Kumar Chander, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of India to UNOG (on behalf of Troika) 00:02:27
Mr. Harald Aspelund, Vice President of the Human Rights Council (Adoption) 00:03:47
H.E. Mr. Marcello Beccari, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Republic of San Marino to UNOG (Final Remarks) 00:05:24
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Some of the comments we have received from the parents of children at Westgate:
"We have sadly come to the end of 3 and a half amazing years at Westgate. My Son has gone from strength to strength in the time that he has been here and I have loved watching him grow and flourish under the nurturing and encouraging care from all of the staff. The communication and support given to the parents is fantastic and I can't recommend the nursery highly enough. Thanks to the foundations set by Westgate, my Son has headed off to Reception with an excited and confident swing in his step, ready to expand on the knowledge and experiences he's gained during his time at nursery."
Elizabeth Pollock - September 2019
"We can't thank Westgate enough for everything they have done for Rory. He started at 7 months old and finished when he was 4; ready for school. Shelley you do a wonderful job of running Westgate as it has the perfect balance of love and learning. Your staff genuinely care about the children and know them inside and out. Each key worker that Rory has had, has known him so well and been able to support him in all the right ways. He came to you not being able to walk and talk and leaves you being a bright, intelligent, kind and caring boy. Over the years, we have seen you and your team develop the nursery and we feel the spaces inside and out have been perfect for early child development. Rory has loved exploring the outside area and it is a credit to you all that you utilise this space in all weathers! Rory was so proud at his graduation - and we were too. He has made some wonderful friends at Westgate and we are sad to see his journey with you come to an end. We are so grateful for everything Westgate has done for Rory in the last 4 years and cannot thank you enough. Keep up the outstanding work!"
O'Sullivan – August 2019
"My son attended Westgate nursery full time from one and thoroughly enjoyed his time there. I never had any worries or concerns leaving him and he was happy to go in every day, which makes it so much easier when returning to work.
The nursery is clean, very spacious and well maintained and the staff are all really happy, enthusiastic and provide a very caring, nurturing environment. There is a large garden and the children have fresh air every day, come rain or shine. The communication with parents via day sheets and newsletters is excellent, plus the development reports are really detailed. Management are also really flexible when a crisis arises and changes need to be made!
I can't recommend Westgate enough and would like to give a big thanks for the care provided to my son."
Melanie Travis – June 2018
"Our daughter Keira has attended Westgate nursery for the past three years and we cannot fault her care during this time. The staff have natured Keira into a bright, happy and confident young lady. She loves attending nursery and it really has a 'family feel'.
She has a great understanding of letters/numbers and attending nursery has really setup her up ready for school.
The communication within nursery is excellent. All the staff are positive and happy, and we really cannot thank them enough for everything they do. WE LOVE YOU WESTGATE!"
Hannah and Paul Sutton - August 2017
"I really feel since Charlie has been at Westgate you have really brought out the best in her and that you have given her the best start in her education. I felt very well informed as a parent and communication is key to making things successful.
I felt myself and the staff have a very good relationship and that the staff could approach me about anything good or bad and they were all very easy to talk to. I feel the curriculum is very well balanced and I feel that Charlie has always been tested. I expect you don't hear this very often but I feel the nursery operates excellent value for money, comparing it to her time at her previous childminder, the standard of care is so much higher at a relatively similar cost.
I would like to thank you for making mine and Charlie's time with Westgate so enjoyable. I can't commend the staff highly enough and it's probably the hardest age group to work with. I will continue to recommend Westgate as a childcare provision and it would be always my first port of call.
Nik Butler - August 2017
"I knew from the first visit to Westgate Nursery that this was where I wanted Bertie to go, nearly two years later and our nursery journey is over but what an amazing journey it has been.... Every morning I drop him off I know he is in superb care and will have really fun time with his friends and all the Westgate team.
The huge garden and forest area give the children such an amazing space to explore, learn & develop skills way beyond our expectations. Each room at Westgate feels homely and the onsite cook makes delicious homemade food, which always smell amazing.
Everyone you meet at Westgate are always very friendly and welcoming and they all have a fantastic relationships with all the kids, it's like a second family.
Throughout Bertie's time at Westgate the team have provided excellent care and a huge range of activities, supporting Bertie through his key stages. The nursery also actively involve parents into not only your own child's journey but everyday nursery life, working together to engage your child and make the nursery the best it can be.
It has been a great pleasure to see Bertie develop from the shy new boy on day one to a confident 'ready for school' boy today.
We cannot thank the Westgate team enough!"
Daisy and Garry Jordan - July 2017
"Georgie has really developed over the last six months or so. She is a happy and contented little girl and is very much her own person. This is due a lot to the wonderful times she has had at Nursery and the help she has received in times of need.
She has a big transition now moving on to big school and I am sure she will be fine. We have had books from the library and discussed different forms of transport in addition to the role play received at Nursery. I would like to say how lucky Georgie has beenattending such a caring and supporting and fun Nursery. Thank- you."
Mrs E Stayt - July 2017
"We would like to say a massive thanks to everyone at Westgate especially those in the Ladybird room who have looked after Jedd so well. So much so, that he runs in the opposite direction when I come to pick him up, as he wants to stay! Even after 3 weeks off in the summer (due to chicken pox and holiday) I mentioned nursery on our first day back, and he was trying to get out of the door of our house to go to nursery. We have been so impressed with the care and love shown by all of the staff, to all of the children, which is one of the reasons I think he loves coming. We also love feeling involved in his day by receiving the daily feedback sheet and knowing what he's been up to.
As you know Jedd has a number of dietary requirements, and so we were nervous about leaving him when I went back to work, but we needn't have been. Not once have we felt that it has been a burden or even difficult for you to cater for him. Jedd absolutely loves coming, which I think is testament to how great Westgate is. We would highly recommend the nursery to everyone."
Jonny and Beth Thorman - October 2016
"I want to express how wonderful the Westgate Family is! From day one, everyone has been extremely helpful, welcoming and very informative.
Owen loves his time at Preschool and openly talks about the children and carers each time I pick him up. He is excited to attend (if not a little shy at first), and we are over the moon that we have such lovely, kind and caring ladies to look after him and help him develop.
We are kept informed daily of any issues that Owen has (developed an allergy rash and was called to make me aware) - along with the adventures/learning which he has undertaken on a daily basis.
I'm really happy with the variety of food which is offered - it's made Owen open up and try new things (which is great as he is such a fussy eater).
We honestly cannot fault the service and learning programme!
A massive thank you to you and all the lovely ladies at Westgate."
Samantha and Martyn Cottrell - September 2016
"Thank you for all the care you have provided for Isabel in the past 19+ months. I remember first dropping Isabel off and how emotional it was for me, but after a little time it got easier and Isabel settled in and has made some great friends!
The whole team always make a fuss about Isabel and always take the time to talk to me, helping answer questions about walking/potty training and everything in between!
I can't thank you enough for everything you have done and the help you have given Isabel in the start of her life and also helping her meet her 'BFF' Nisha.
Please don't stop what you do, Shelley you should be VERY proud of your team!"
Tina and Lee Morrison- March 2016
A Thank You To Westgate Nursery
A big thank-you for my time at Westgate,
I have loved it all, it's been great!
I arrived as a tiny one year old,
And from the start, I was sold.
Mummy and Daddy said it was like a family,
As I settled in so happily.
Although my early art, is something of a mystery,
You all always celebrate it with joy and glee.
I grew up and began to chatter and talk,
I've loved exploring the garden and the nature walk.
I have made lots of pals and friends,
We like to play Dr's and build big dens!
I've dressed up many a time; from tiger to a fireman,
You have helped me, and given me confidence to say, 'Yes, I can'
I like listening to Jackie tell wonderful stories,
And playing on the mat with the cars and lorries.
I ran as fast as I could on my first Sports Day,
Although everyone got a medal, that's just the Westgate way.
The Christmas Concert was enjoyed by all,
Everyone joined in, all people big and small.
I enjoyed sitting in a police car,
Starting at Westgate will for sure, take me far.
We have raised money for Children in Need,
I came in my P.J's, a funny sight indeed!
We've had lots of fun, but some sad times too,
As over one Easter, the flames of fire blew.
Westgate Spirit though, did not fail,
And into a new building the nursery did sail.
And now we are back where we belong,
Although for me the return has not been long,
Because now I have to say Good-bye,
As off to big school I must fly.
At Westgate Nursery, I've learnt and had fun,
From Bumblebee to Butterfly, Westgate is second to none.
Thank-you for everything and all that you've done.
In my opinion, Westgate is number one!
From Ryan Chapman - July 2015
"With Isaac's time in the ladybird room coming to an end, I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and all the team for everything you have done for us so far.
Michelle and Kirsty have been amazing and made me feel like Isaac is important and truly loved there and we couldn't have asked for any more care and attention.
We hope that with the move to the next room we continue to feel this way and Isaac's speech improves."
Hannah & Andy Mobbs - January 2015
"We have had to move a lot with my husband's job so Westgate is my daughter's fifth nursery and she is only just 4. We feel quite experienced when choosing a nursery for our two children!
Westgate is simply home from home for them both. They have settled in so well and are extremely happy. Molly talks constantly about her friends, her 'teachers' and the things she has learnt. She has particularly enjoyed learning some sign language with Kerry and also Sharon's lunches! Both Beth and Michelle, their key workers, are amazing and the manager Shelley is so friendly and approachable.
The staff are a wonderful team and treat my children with genuine care and affection. Even the staff who aren't in my children's rooms know them by name and always stop to talk to us! We feel lucky to be part of the Westgate family, and as we embark on a house move to our 'forever home', I am so glad my children will see the remainder of their nursery years at Westgate. Thank you all!"
Emily Shipman - January 2015
"Westgate Nursery has a positive, caring atmosphere, where every child is recognised as an individual. Our child has always been happy to go and has flourished under the care and guidance of the staff, who are all dedicated and hardworking.
What we have noticed the most, is how his individuality has been nurtured and how he has matured; becoming more independent and confident - a great stepping stone into 'big' school. Thank you to each and everyone of you, you make a great team!"
Kate and Mark Le Masurier - July 2014
"It is without hesitation that we would recommend Westgate Nursery School and Creche. This Nursery is indeed a gem, providing an environment that has strong family values supported by a professional framework.
Our children aged 22 months and 3.5 years have loved their time at Westgate. We have found the carers to be consistently attentive to the children and have valued their feedback on both our girls beyond the daily report that is provided. Their learning activities such as colour of the week, provided much enjoyment and excitement for our girls as they looked for an item to take in each week.
It is always a pleasure to talk to the team at the nursery. This is definitely a Nursery where the team do care and nurture the children in an environment that is fun and engaging. Again, would we recommend them - Absolutely!"
Nadine and Matthew Azavedo - June 2013
"We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for playing such a positive and significant part of Daniel's development in his early years.
Daniel started at Westgate when he was 8 months old and from that day you have been like his extended family. You have taught him so much not only on an educational level but also about life in general which has been invaluable to him.
You have helped him develop into a confident and happy boy who will miss you all lots but is ready to start his life in school."
Matt, Janette and Daniel (French) - August 2012
"We have found Westgate Nursery to be a really enriching and positive environment for our child. Thanks for all the support and care you have shown during her time at nursery."
Mrs K Addison - June 2012
"Westgate Nursery was the only choice for me when selecting daycare for my daughter - as soon as I walked in I had a good feeling. My daughter settled in quickly and is extremely happy. The staff are friendly, welcoming and she loves spending time with them. The activities they carry out are very varied and my daughter has come on quickly in her learning. I would not hesitate to recommend Westgate to anyone - it is wonderful!"
L Underwood - August 2011
Email: theteam@westgatenursery.com
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A Thousand Distant Radios (25% off)
** LONGLISTED FOR THE 2018 PEN/BINGHAM PRIZE
Stories by Sherwood Anderson Fiction Award winner Woody Skinner
*Featured in Electric Literature's 2017 Great Indie Press Preview
*An Anticipated Book of 2017, Memorious Magazine
*Featured in Foreword Reviews' Debut Spotlight Issue, Fall 2017
IN A DEBUT THAT HAS IMMEDIATELY SPARKED comparisons to the work of earlier masters, Woody Skinner makes his mark as a boldly imaginative new voice. The stories in A THOUSAND DISTANT RADIOS capture the passions and compulsions of modern America in saturated color.
A marlin swims circles in a luminous backyard pool; a small-town surgeon broods from the Olympus of his hilltop house, watched all the while by his neighbors below; a knife salesman plies blades of mythic sharpness while crisscrossing a crazed North American landscape like a mad Paul Bunyan; a young man in rural Arkansas nestles into a satellite dish; and a grandfather’s body lies in state amid Annie Oakley’s last buffalo kill, General Patton’s Persian rug, and countless other oddments of a legendary America.
Skewed, hyperbolical, sometimes surreal, always irresistible, here is fiction honed to cut through the blur of our times. You won't soon forget this book.
WOODY SKINNER's work has won the Sherwood Anderson Fiction Award and appeared in Mid-American Review, The Carolina Quarterly, Hobart, Booth, Another Chicago Magazine, River Styx, and elsewhere. He holds a BA in Southern Studies from the University of Mississippi, an MFA from the University of Wichita, and a PhD candidate in English and Comparative Literature from the University of Cincinnati. Originally from Batesville, Arkansas, he currently lives in Chicago.
PRAISE FOR A THOUSAND DISTANT RADIOS:
“Woody Skinner’s stories are sly, tragic, violent, beautiful. This is a powerful and disturbing collection, the most gripping work I’ve read in some time.”
ELIZABETH McKENZIE, author of The Portable Veblen, 2016 National Book Award Longlist
"[A Thousand Distant Radios] has all the energy and inventiveness of a debut without any of the indulgences or shortcuts. The stories are wise, accomplished, and deeply satisfying. Woody Skinner has remarkable aim, yes, but he also knows what to aim at." CHRIS BACHELDER, author of The Throwback Special, 2016 National Book Award Finalist
"A Thousand Distant Radios is an extravagantly weird book. Woody Skinner is a singular talent, and I'm glad to have found his stories."
KYLE MINOR, author of Praying Drunk
"Woody Skinner possesses such a mesmerizing gift with language that it's hard not to invoke writers like Barry Hannah and Joy Williams, but Skinner has a voice that is uniquely his own, fueled by a deceptive humor and a thrumming intensity that pulls you along. These are stories that are wild and open-hearted, full of characters who are always trying to, as Skinner puts it, just make it happen. A Thousand Distant Radios announces the arrival of an amazing writer, fully-formed, ready to blow you away."
KEVIN WILSON, author of Perfect Little World and The Family Fang
"I love Woody Skinner’s deft, ironic writing; he’s like a literary country doctor, giving you the bad news so gently you barely notice how much it hurts. Inventive, emotional, and shruggingly comic, these stories give us a 21st-century American South populated by characters — a plumber, a knife salesman,
a reluctant catfish farmer — who regret their mistakes while they wait in vain for their real lives to start: people, that is, like you and me.”
J. ROBERT LENNON, author of Familiar and Broken River
"Woody Skinner's characters manage to be both wonderfully absurd and absurdly normal. They remind us of our common humanity even as we watch them navigate their impossible, sad, and surprising lives. A beautifully strange collection." MARGARET MALONE, author of People Like You, PEN/Hemingway Award Finalist
"Woody Skinner has a heat gun and he will strip the varnish off your soul. You'll laugh while it's happening and when he's done you'll feel more real." SCOTT SPARLING, author of Wire to Wire
"Skinner’s work is reminiscent of other great voice-driven comic writers of the American South: Barry Hannah, Donald Barthelme, Padgett Powell. Like these writers, Skinner...is funny, sure, but also capable of affecting pathos within the strangest of premises...wildly inventive and darkly comic, but always moving."
-Brian Trapp, fiction editor Memorious
"Brian Trapp's Anticipated Books of 2017"
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The Autism Society Philippines-Bacolod in partnership with the Special Educators Advocates Learning (SEAL) of the University of Saint La Salle-Bacolod (USLS-Bacolod) conducted a half-day echo seminar on the recently concluded Autism International Conference.
Last March 19, 2010, at the MM Auditorium B of the USLS a total of 65 participants composed of students, professionals (OT, Sped Teachers, College Professors), and parents, learned new issues and trends in autism research, treatments, and therapies.
Kent Matthew S. Paber, 9 years old, a student of the USLS Angel’s Center, formally opened the event with a prayer. The National Anthem was led by Reyshelle Tutop, a USLS student of education majoring in Special Education.
Ms. Patricia Escares, a professor at the University of UNO-Recoletos, discussed the first topic, “Designing & Carrying Out Early Intervention for 0-4years old”. Ms. Cherry Biaco, a professor of the USLS-Bacolod, followed with a presentation entitled “Behavior Management of Autism”.
Finally, Mr. David Karlo Equipaje, an occupational therapist, spoke of “Assessment & Interventions for Language & Communication Impairments in Autism Spectrum Disorder”. An open forum was offered to the participants after the lectures. The successful affair ended with closing remarks by Ms. May Amodia, one of the active members of ASP Bacolod and a respected educator in the field of autism here.
This summer, ASP Bacolod Chapter plans to implement Project: FREDI or “Free Diagnosis and Intervention” is an outreach program that aims to give free diagnosis and intervention to the children with ASD of underprivileged family.
Research & Documention By: ASP Bacolod Chapter Sped Teachers Ms. Donna Martir, Ms. May Amodia, and Riza Mae Colangoy, college student.
its so great jz wanted to know wer angels center hir in bacolod is? juzt wanted to bcome a part of it
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Episode 1: The Space Race
“Is Britain facing a growing nuclear threat with every Soviet space advancement?” – Hector
Last night “The Hour” kicked off its second season with coverage of a space spectacular – the Soviet launch of the second space satellite, Sputnik II.
To echo Hector’s question to “Hour” viewers, “What does this latest development in the Russian satellite program mean for Britain and the arms race as a whole?” The launch not only sparked a collective awe and fear of Russia’s technological prowess, it also heightened nationwide nuclear hysteria. And Brits weren’t alone in their stunned reaction to Russia’s bold space endeavors – as British astronomer Sir Bernard Lovell observed, Americans were in “blind disbelief in the powerful advance of Soviet science and technology.” How had the backwards Soviets become the leaders of the global space race?
Spurred by the successful launch of Sputnik I in October of ’57, the Russians worked furiously to outdo themselves. The result was Sputnik II, a 1000+ pound satellite to be launched less than a month after its predecessor. But the main draw wasn’t the satellite – it was the passenger. Sputnik II would be the first spacecraft carrying a living creature – an unlucky stray dog named Laika. Soviets reported Laika lived six days into the mission after dying as planned, and Sputnik II was hailed as a monumental success – a major blow to American and British egos.
Russian female dog, Laika, aboard Sputnik II (AP Photo/NASA)
So why did an orbiting space pup strike fear in the hearts of captivated onlookers abroad? Many believed if Soviets could launch large and weighty satellites, they would soon be capable of launching intercontinental ballistic missiles and nuclear weapons. If hyperbolic media coverage wasn’t enough to spread general unease, Sputnik’s methodical “beep beep” transmission across American and British radio frequencies offered a constant reminder that the Soviets were the leading innovator in space exploration – America was no longer the world’s technological superpower. “Listen now,” remarked one NBC radio network announcer of Sputnik I’s beeping transmission, “for the sound that forevermore separates the old from the new.”
As Lix describes in the “The Hour” newsroom, “The Soviets have stolen a march on everyone with Sputnik. Eisenhower’s cowering in the corner.” While it’s true the public was cowering, President Eisenhower remained unfazed. Lix’s new boss, Randall, gave a more accurate (albeit harsh) assertion, “In every American there is an air of incorrigible innocence which in fact conceals a diabolical cunning. The Americans knew this was coming.” In truth, Eisenhower was aware of Soviet plans to create satellites, and because of secret intelligence, was also aware that the Soviets posed little threat. Eisenhower’s focus was on creating spy satellites to ensure national security, not creating space spectaculars for media hype.
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Book Review of “Station Eleven”: Dystopia, Comics, and… Shakespeare?
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Published on March 8, 2015 March 8, 2015 By Taylor Rondestvedt
When I first picked up Station Eleven, the newest novel from Emily St. John Mandel, it was definitely on a whim. I’ve read some post-apacolyptic and dystopian fiction before (see: McCarthy’s The Road, Collins’ The Hunger Games and Orwell’s 1984), but if I’m being totally honest, I don’t love it. This time though, it was getting late, the bookstore was about to close, and the woman behind the counter pointed it out as I was about to pay. I’d heard some rumblings about the book, so I decided to give this genre another chance. Plus, the cover and the title were definitely intriguing.
Station Eleven begins on a night that several things, including civilization, end. The novel opens on a stage production of Shakespeare’s King Lear, with the famous Hollywood star Arthur Leander as the titular character. In the wings, an eight-year-old aspiring actress, Kristen Raymonde, witnesses the great actor suffer a heart attack and die onstage. As chaos ensues within the theatre, the outside world faces a threat of a different sort. Within a matter of weeks, nearly all of the global population has been wiped out by a lethal flu. Flights are grounded, borders dissolve and cars are left where they die as the survivors attempt to escape the pandemic.
Fast-forward 20 years and Kristen is still an actress, touring the country in horse-drawn pickup trucks and performing Shakespeare for the various communities her troupe, the Traveling Symphony, come across. On the road the troupe has long discussions about the things they can barely remember; wi-fi, the faces of family members, airplanes and movies. While Kristen travels, she remains fixated on Arthur Leander, looking for old gossip magazines and newspapers to add to her collection. In her pack, she also carries two issues of a comic book named Dr. Eleven, given to her by Leander on one of the nights of their performance.
As they journey through the wilderness, the troupe comes upon a mysterious fanatic known as “the prophet,” who has taken over a town they had visited some months prior. They meant to pick up two members of the troupe who had wintered in the town to have their baby, but when they arrive, the couple and their newborn are missing. In the meantime, rumors of a Museum of Civilization reach the troupe, and they decide to make their way to this mythical settlement where artifacts (laptops, credit cards, phones and other electronics) on supposedly on view. With the Prophet on their heels, the Symphony’s journey is intersected by flashbacks of Leander’s life, the strange comics Kristen carries, and the history of “the Prophet.”
Mandel has written a beautiful, lyrical novel. While some have criticized her representation of the “disaster” that ended civilization, I found it refreshing not to focus so much on the epidemic, but the events that both preceded and followed it. Throughout the book, we are given more of Leander’s life story, his connection to the author of the Dr. Eleven comics, and a twist at the end to tie each of the threads together in a satisfying and thought-provoking conclusion. The author inserts subtle, occasionally disturbing clues that make the reader question the meaning of art, music, life and civilization in ways that other dystopian or post-apocalyptic novels do not. Perhaps the most lingering take-away is the motto of the Symphony, “survival is insufficient,” a line taken from an old Star Trek episode, that many members of the Symphony repeat throughout the story.
This motto, “survival is insufficient,” drives the core of the book, and I found myself thinking a lot about it even after I put the novel down. Can art save us? That seems to be the idea, and it is definitely a more hopeful conclusion than the one many other novels of this genre come to. Mandel has created a dystopian novel that is not horribly violent, does not scare us or condemn humanity and even manages, at times, to be uplifting. This is definitely a piece that will stay with you, and I can honestly say it’s one of the best novels I’ve read in a while. My two pieces of advice, then, are to pick up a copy for yourself, and always listen to the people at your local bookstore, because they seem to have a knack for suggesting just the story you need to read.
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Written by Taylor Rondestvedt
Taylor is currently completing her senior year at Wellesley College, studying History, Economics and Sociology. A hopeless bookworm, she once got lost for several hours at The Strand, but when she's not reading, she likes browsing the "Foreign" section of Netflix and dreaming about the next trip she wants to take. She spends all her money on used novels at the local bookstore, plane tickets and coffee, and she's looking forward to her next big adventure: post-grad life.
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"What is This Place?"
William James and Religious Certainty
Tom Murphy, O. Carm.
An Essay Written for the Preceptorial on Varieties of Religious Experience
St. John's College, Santa Fe, NM
By chance of night
By secret ways
Unseeing and unseen
No light, no guide
But the flames that my heart gave -
Led by those rays
Surer than day
I came where one waits
Who is known to me
In a place none seemed to be.
"The Ascent of Mount Carmel"
translated by Charles G. Bell
"Incomprehensibility has place in what is actual only.
Platner's Aphorisms
cited in Kant's "Prolegomena"
David Hume ends his "Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion" with what may strike the casual reader as a strange assent to some form of religious principle. Throughout the work Philo's skepticism had firmly opposed Cleanthes' attempt to place religion on a rational foundation. He was also dissatisfied with Demea's know-nothing, common sense orthodoxy. Yet, with Demea finally outraged and out of hearing, Philo admits to Cleanthes (as one man of intellect to another) a deeply qualified affirmation of "one simple, though somewhat ambiguous, at least undefined, proposition." ("That the cause or causes of order in the universe probably bear some remote analogy to human intelligence") The subsequent qualifications render this already vague proposition absolutely ineffectual. Philo's "plain, philosophical assent" underscores the vast distance between itself and the often feverish intensity of the common world's religious belief and practice. This chilly philosophy of minimal assent hardly seems related to any effective religious experience. At this point Hume (via Philo) shifts to another realm, that of affectivity. The cold philosophical proposition does not so much produce an effective assent as it does stir the emotions. It is met with "astonishment" "melancholy", "contempt" and "a longing desire and expectation for "some more particular revelation to mankind.. (H, 88-89)
William James's work in "The Varieties of Religious Experience" begins here, where Hume disembarks. But before entering that work we should pause to consider some of the implications of Hume's shift to that more affective place of revelation.
We feel throughout the "Dialogues" that Cleanthes is trying to get somewhere and to take Philo and Demea with him. He has an argument. He is not proceeding blindly; he knows where he wants to end - with a certain First Cause. Philo's skeptical resistance and ultimate, icy proposition stand as strong reminders that if such a vast certainty is your goal, you will not reach it through rational argument. Another path is required.
This seems to be a central concern in Plato's "Meno" (80 a-d). There the handsome Meno (emblematic of a mode of inquiry concerned only with superficial appearances) accuses Socrates of acting like the torpedo fish who numbs anyone in the vicinity. But by skewing this metaphor and claiming that he himself is numb, Socrates suggests that the first, most important steps of inquiry cannot be taught but will be experienced only when an individual seeks in a certain way.
In what way? The skewed metaphor suggests that when the handsome man (both tyrannizing and tyrannized by his own surface) ventures into the watery depths, he is numbed not so much by the fish as by the location, for the fish itself has been numbed. It is not the "teacher" who begins the inquiry process but the place, the psyche itself. Something about this place produces the numbness or perplexity which is a necessary condition for the possibility of knowing anything for certain. In this place only I can help myself; I am absolutely limited to my own experience there. This is the realm of affectivity and revelation toward which Hume points. The image of individual depths which are both the locus of perplexity and the spring of certainty will resonate in James's thought.
Descartes has also abandoned surfaces in his quest for certainty. But what role does reason play here? "I" has been proven to exist because it thinks. "I" is what thinks. Without thought "I" could not know that it might exist. For all it knows, "I" is one with its thoughts, yet "I" is able to think about its thoughts as something distinct from itself. With this reflexivity of self watching self watch self etc., "I" has constructed a tight little room of mirrors. One mirror says "I think". The other says "I am." This is not an expansive dialogue, but it is a certain one - certain of itself. Reflecting on the quality of this certainty, Descartes says,
I could not help judging that what I understood clearly is true; not that I was coerced into holding this judgment because of some external force but because a great inclination of my will followed from a great light in the intellect - so much so that the more spontaneously and freely I followed it, the less I was indifferent to it. (D, Med. IV, p. 38)
With this "great light" and "great inclination" "I" has found a subjectively satisfying spring of truth. This certainty (founded on trust in the accuracy of the intellect and the goodness of will, which in turn requires a non-deceptive and non-malevolent God) remains at heart subjective because it cannot be taught; it can only be found in "I" among the mirrors and experienced.
Reason has its limits. Descartes must in the end base his certainty on the experience of certainty ("...what I understood clearly is true..."). Plato/Socrates insists that if truth is ever to be reached an individual must first experience the perplexity of his own depths. Reason would seem to be indispensable in the ordering and judging of experience, but it cannot precede it or substitute for it. It is thus only in the limited realm of experience that certainty can be had.
In his first lecture James indicates without apology that his focus on "religious feelings and religious impulses" is proper for a psychological investigation. We accept this as his right to limit his topic. But in his final lecture he explains a deeper purpose:
You see now. . .why I have seemed so bent on rehabilitating the element of feeling in religion and subordinating its intellectual part. Individuality is founded in feeling; and the recesses of feeling, the darker, blinder strata of character, are the only places in the world in which we catch real fact in the making, and directly perceive how events happen and how work is actually done. (J, 501-502)
Here James draws us to a place reminiscent of Plato' s depths (the source of perplexity and proper inquiry) and Descartes' sparsely furnished "cogito" (the spring of "clear and distinct ideas"). True experiences, "real facts", are generated and known as actual in this "darker, blinder strata of character". In a footnote (J, 502, n1 ), James tips his hat to Hume's displacement of cause and effect from "out there" to " in here" and suggests that to comprehend what we call "real", to understand the roots of certainty, we must come to grips with the nature of experience itself, "real fact in the making".
All experience occurs within the limit of the experiencing self. To this extent all experience is "subjective". Yet James goes on to distinguish the objective and subjective elements of that experience.
The objective part is the sum total of whatsoever at any given time we may be thinking of, the subjective part is the inner 'state' in which the thinking occurs. (J, 498-499)
The objects of our thought
are but ideal pictures of something whose existence we do not inwardly possess but only point at outwardly, while the inner state is our very experience itself; its reality and that of our experience are one. (J, 499)
The objects of our thought are only ''symbols of reality", whereas the subjective or inner portion of our experience contains "realities in the completest sense of the term". (J, 498) It is on this ground that James can criticize the impersonal approach of Science which can only touch the outer edges of human experience as objects of thought and which views personal experience as less valuable because it is personal. (J, 491)
James's view of experience and reality also illuminates Hume's thought about "the imperfections of natural reason". (H, 89) The imperfection may be that reason, as the second-hand manipulator of the objects of our thought, cannot penetrate the absolutely firsthand experience of our inner state. Only what is called revelation (with its force and intimacy of feeling) can provide a knowledge which stands in immediate relation to the inner state. This we may call certainty.
What is the nature of this inner state which is identical with experience itself? James must here explain a region which would have been Terra Incognita (or even pure fantasy) for Plato, Descartes, and perhaps even Hume. From his psychological lexicon James is able to use the ''field of consciousness" rather than the single idea as his basic "unit of mental life". (J, 231) The advantage of the field is that its boundaries are indistinct, and it helps to account for the complex mix of perceptions, feelings and ideas which occupy our minds at any given moment. The fuzzy boundaries also help to explain sudden or gradual shifts of awareness. (J, 232) On the basis of this field, James is able to isolate a general four-part structure for the inner state which is concrete experience itself:
A conscious field plus its object as felt or thought of plus an attitude towards the object plus the sense of a self to whom the attitude belongs... (J, 499)
This model is not above reproach. One wonders if the final three parts can be actually added to the conscious field or whether they are simply distinct elements within it. But this seems a quibble. However the furniture may be arranged, James has identified this room as the place where all certain experiences occur. And beyond this he has tried to suggest the way things work there. Because it is a field, it is more malleable than Descartes' rigid cogito; it contains its own principle of motion in that its boundaries and center continually shift. (J, 231) Yet in the midst of this movement James insists
...such a concrete bit of personal experience may be a small bit, but it is a solid bit as long as it lasts; not hollow, not a mere abstract element of experience, such as the 'object' is when taken all alone. It is a full fact, even though it be an insignificant fact; it is of the kind to which all realities whatsoever must belong (J,499)
Whatever happens in this place is ultimately real and quite possibly significant, not to be glibly dismissed because of some obvious difficulties. The greatest of these is that it is a region of feeling and is therefore "unsharable" and necessarily "egotistic". We may desire a kind of truth that is free of this affective personal element; but to the extent that we acquire it, we have diminished its actuality, the very thing we sought. James calls each person's unique, indissoluble core of certain experience "the pinch of his individual destiny". (J, 499) This pinch is individual certainty itself.
James holds that certainty can never be located anywhere other than in personal experience. It must also consist of more than merely rational assent to any string of propositions which may be spread before us. Socrates tries to dramatize this for Meno by leading the slave-boy to a moment of perplexity. The boy may have been mindlessly assenting to Socrates, but when he exclaims, "By Zeus, Socrates, I do not know," he has felt the pinch. He has become certain of his uncertainty, and there is no shred of personal detachment in this recognition. We can easily imagine his tears of frustration. The moment of certainty carries with it an energetic (that is, emotional) charge. The same kind of jolt
(though different in degree) is felt when one suddenly sees the necessity of a given Euclidean proof. The nature of certainty will always consist of this, yet the effects of the certainty-experience will vary according to the value a person places upon the object of certainty. This helps to account for the scarcity of Euclidean martyrs and the plethora of Christian ones.
This valuation of the object of certainty seems problematic. What, for example, really distinguishes a certainty-experience of geometric first principles from a certainty-experience of God's immanence? In the latter case the individual would generally feel that the stakes are higher, are more closely related to personal interests. These higher stakes reach far beyond any idea the individual may have but touch his actual destiny (the "pinch" once more). James sets forth his own criteria for judging religious experiences,
Their value can only be ascertained by spiritual judgments directly passed upon them, judgments based on our own immediate feeling primarily; and secondarily on what we can ascertain of their experiential relations to our moral needs and to the rest of what we hold as true. (J, 18)
By pinpointing "immediate feeling" as the ultimate criterion, James reinforces the indissoluble nature of the certainty-experience. The "pinch" and its value are one. A ten-volt shock feels quite different from a five hundred-volt shock, but the value (voltage) cannot be separated immediately from the actual experience.
At one point in his "Confessions", Augustine ponders the misdirections of his youthful philosophizing,
I used to talk glibly as though I knew the meaning of it all, but...instead of finding knowledge I should have found my end. For I had now begun to wish to be thought wise. (A, 154)
In a literal sense, valuation is the central concern here. Before his conversion (his ultimate certainty- experience), Augustine was blind to any standard of valuation beyond the immediately useful or pleasurable. Here he speaks of using "knowledge" as a commodity in barter for power and prestige in the eyes of others. It is only a means to those unstable ends. But his "end", once he knows it, is a non-negotiable (unsharable) experience. This end or destiny is not so much what he has or will have as what he is and will be: an identification of his present self with his future being in God. He upbraids himself for not having felt the pinch, always there but to which he was numb. When we inquire about the precise nature of his moment of recognition, we are thrust back to James's "unsharable feeling". Augustine, however, had been so prepared by his uneasiness and his search (both consciously and subliminally) that when the certainty-experience struck he was able to place it and speak of it within the field of the Christian tradition. CONTINUE ...
St. Augustine, Confessions, trans. by R. S. Pine-Coffin, Penguin.
Rene Descartes, Meditations on First Philosophy, trans . by Donald A. Cress, Hackett.
David Hume, Dialogues on Natural Religion, Hackett.
William James, The Varieties of Religious Experience, Penguin.
Plato, "Meno" in Five Dialogues, trans. by G. M. A. Grube, Hackett.
"Speaking Terms": William James on Intelligence
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Shelia says:
Awww, it was such a feel good movie. Proves the quote I have:
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I do not have a Twitter account, so I am posting here to enter but cannot tweet the message.
Annmarie Gatti says:
Definitely a feel good movie! I’m looking so forward to seeing it on the Big Screen! Thanks for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Javier Valverde says:
I consider this “E.T.” a classic film because it captivated the a whole generation of 80s kids, of which I am one, because of the simple story of a boy and an alien and the beautiful filmmaking done by Steven Spielberg. I never saw it when it came out in 1982 and I want to see it on the Big Screen because it’s the film of my generation.
Bernardo Miller-Villela says:
It’s a classic because of its handling of fantasy and tear-jerking elements as well as its impeccable imagery. I’ve not seen the original version on the big screeen and that’s how all Spielberg titles should be seen.
Ana Roland says:
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is a timeless classic for the entire family. It is perfectly cast and realistically depicts siblings being raised by a single Mother. Elliott (Henry Thomas) and E.T.’s extraordinary friendship is one of cinema’s most enduring with themes of loyalty, trust, and caring is very affecting. There are so many wonderful scenes in this movie that stay with you. A favorite of mine is a very young Drew Barrymore (hope she takes her kids to see this Fathom Events Film) screaming when she runs into E.T. the extra-terrestrial. Director Steven Spielberg has captured the joy of movie magic when Elliott’s bicycle lifts up into the sky and soars across the moon. As you said above, it’s one of the rare movies that can be universally defined by a single shot. Full disclosure, I was dragged to see this film when it came out in the theaters in 1982. I didn’t think it would be a film for me. To this day I thank my friend Janet for convincing me to go. I was never the same since. Fun anecdote, E.T. was a national pop cultural phenomenon at the time. Rockefeller Center, NYC had an E.T. character impersonator. I guess E.T. saw my excitement in seeing him, all of a sudden he grabbed me in his arms and ran off with me laughing my head off…I wish I could find the photo my sister (in shock) tried to take of me. It was hilarious. Another side note, my Dad would sign his letters to me E.T. (Ernesto Theodor.) E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial is one of the all-time best!
I haven’t had the chance to see it yet (sad, I know), but I figured this would be the best time to see it first. I wish I could’ve seen some of my favorite movies in the theater on my first viewings, so this is kind of like doing that. Plus I love Close Encounters and have high hopes for this one
Mikey A says:
I consider E.T. a classic movie because I grew up to it, and I cannot have Resses Pieces without saying, “E.T. phone home”. But this movie takes me back to when my movie use to take me to the Drive In. This movie and Dark Crystal I hold dear to my heart. 🙂
Patrick B (Farolight) says:
E.T. Is a classic film because it captured perfectly the wonders of childhood, the fascination with exploring the “other,” and the zeitgeist of the age.
E.T. is a classic for me. It’s a part of my childhood. It’s the story of family & innocence. Elliot & Gertie are two of my favorite characters in cinema. And E.T. how can you not fall in love with the little guy?! Everything about the movie of Simply Amazing. The cinematography is stunning and the music, the music is absolutely phenomenal.
I consider E.T. to be a classic, because it captivated people of all generations. I did see it on the big screen when it first came out. I saw it with a friend, then my mom, then my grandmother … yes, three times! All ages, and everyone loved it. It’s sweet, tear-jerking and funny. I would love to see it again on the big screen to recapture that happy feeling I had watching it with all of those special people.
E.T. is a classic, because it has an iconic feel. It was the first of its kind. There may have been copycats later, but it was the first. And loved by all. I’ve seen it on the big screen and would love to see it again!
Robin black says:
ET is a classic because of the amazing technology that brought him an alien to life and made us all sob when it seemed he was lost.
Mark PAGAN says:
How can anyone not love a film that supports the urban legend, “alligators in the sewer…” (ha!) – or presages ‘ohana’ (aww..).
(Do have great respect for this being touted as the ‘original’ version; no respect for revisionism!)
Jeanelle Kleveland says:
I am looking forward to ET on the big screen. I am old enough to remember it when it came out. I love outer space and science fiction. I have already invited a niece, grandniece, and grandnephew to go. I may invite others. I can’t wait for them to see it on the big screen. My niece, Whitley, says it was a favorite of hers growing up. She is 17 and a senior in high school and interested in acting and is also a musician. She will love it.
Jordyn is 12 and her brother Carson is 9. I don’t know if they have seen it but they will love it. I’m looking forward to a fun Sunday afternoon.
D Duncan says:
It’s a classic movie because it’s timeless. I was 16 when I saw it in the theater, and took my 5 nephews with me. 15 years later I took my daughter to see it at a family movie festival sponsored by her school. Now I’m taking my nephews’ kids. I will tell them about taking their uncles and dad, and their now-grown cousin. So many fond memories, so many new memories about to be made! [tweeting at @dld503pdx]
Daniel G. says:
ET is a classic film. At least, it is for me. I saw it in a theater upon its initial release in ’82 and fell in love with the movies. Two things ET taught me:
1. I learned that cinema could be used to make people laugh, cry, cheer, and love, all within a two hour period. That a good movie allowed you to experience the story, not just see it.
2. After learning that ET had been directed by the same guy that made Jaws, Close Encounters, and Raiders of the Lost Ark, I learned that it was important to pay attention to those names on the screen before and after the movie.
loved it from the first time I saw it! Thanks for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Migdalia Micky Pizarro says:
If we are honest (even if we don’t want to admit it) most of the things from the 80’s have become classics. The movie ET being one of them. Three generations later it still has the power to transfrom hearts, and give us hope.
Still can make us cry, laugh and cheer – things some of us have forgotten or have gotten to “grown” or busy to do.
When ET reached out in that one scene with his finger, he touched us in a way that no other movie had ever done before, as evidenced by the awards it received.
May we never forget to reach out to others, and may this movie continue to fill others with joy and wonder as it did us so many years ago.
Derek Smith says:
E.T. is a classic for how it portrayed the family. No longer is the nuclear family the norm, and E.T. honestly showed that, without negative criticism. It also freely tapped into Spielberg’s inspirations yet did so in a way that wasn’t pandering or winking at the camera.
Sean Siska says:
E.T. is a classic for a couple of reasons.
First, it is seminal Spielberg, from a period where he was working at the peak of his powers. So many trademark characteristics: the slack-jawed reaction shots, characters coming from or dealing with a broken home, fantastical elements set in a familiar suburban landscape.
Second, is that the film hits so many different buttons that there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy. It’s thrilling, it’s funny, it’s heartbreaking, it’s scary, it has great big special effects spectacle, and small, tender emotional moments. Any movie that can achieve that is definitely a classic.
Gabby Cotton says:
I think it is considered a classic because it is a movie that people love regardless of their age, it’s a movie that anyone can watch and fall in love with.
Anthony Vertuccio says:
Remember I put a payment for the VHS if this movie. Now have it on Blu Ray. Would love to see it on The big screen again.
Adoree Taylor says:
I think E.T. is a classic because its plot embodies innocence and whimsy, and the story has remained timeless throughout the decades since it was filmed. Since the story is, at its core, about friendship and overlooking the differences between individuals (human vs. extra terrestrial), the sentiment is never irrelevant, which gives it cinematic integrity. An individual of any age could theoretically appreciate this movie, and at any point in time — its the type of movie you may have seen as a child, but can still enjoy as an adult.
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Judith Villiers says:
It is a classic because it captures the heart and imagination of the audience with an unforgettable character and a timeless message: that friendship is one of the purest forms of love we have, capable of transcending differences in race, age, gender, and even planet of origin.
**I do not have a Twitter account, so I am posting here to enter but cannot tweet the message.
I so agree! What a great way to put it! Thanks so much for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Thanks for the well-wishes, Annmarie! 🙂
Laura LaTorre says:
ET is a classic because it transforms the viewer back to the innocence and awe of childhood. Looking forward to seeing this movie on the big screen with my two adult children . Both first timers. I don’t have a Twitter account so I’m posting here because I can’t tweet the message.
Such a fun and heartwarming film. Thank you so much for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Adam Czarnecki says:
“E.T.” is a classic film because it is one that everyone of all ages and of every generation can enjoy. It’s a spectacle filled picture for sure, but it’s also a compelling look at grief, loss, and friendship. I wasn’t alive when it came out, I watched it on VHS when I was about four or five and I was in tears at the end. It’s a film that simply never looses its touch no matter how old you get.
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Gina Hatfield says:
It’s such a sweet story of innocence and the love of friends. It’s one that the entire family can enjoy. It’s sweet, funny and sad.
Just entered to win tickets to see ET on the big screen courtesy of @ClassicMovieHub and @FathomEvents #TCM BigScreen. I do not have a Twitter account so I am posting here to enter because I cannot tweet the message.
Such a wonderful film! Thanks so much for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Linda Renegar says:
E.T. is a classic because it brings enjoyment to multiple generations.
I look forward to seeing it with my granddaughter for the first time.
The perfect movie to share with family 🙂 Thanks for entering and Good Luck!
The film is fun, it’s heartwarming as well as heart wrenching, and it’s just one of those films that pretty much anyone can enjoy. Would love to catch this one on the big screen seeing as how I never had the chance to do so before.
Also, E.T. gets drunk. Hilarious.
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M.J. Kang says:
A film is a classic if it has stood the test of time. I think E.T. would be considered a classic film. I would love to see E.T. with my daughter to share in future memories. I do not have a Twitter account, so I am posting here to enter but cannot tweet the message.
Oh yes, what a wonderful film to share with your daughter! Definitely a modern classic… I’ll never forget the first time I saw it. Thanks for entering and Good Luck 🙂
Vanessa Alvarez says:
E.T. is a classic because it is timeless and has been enjoyed by many generations of people. E.T. is a film that has so much imagination. It focuses on topics such as childhood, friendship and divorce. E.T. is a movie that is relatable to everyone. I would love to see this movie on the big screen with my daughter.
I do not have a Twitter acccount. This is my entry.
Such a perfect film to share with your daughter, and IMHO a true modern classic 🙂 Thanks so much for entering and Good Luck!
Tim h says:
The music and the shot of Elliott flying past the moon on his bike!
I saw the film in 1982 and it’s still a magical one!!!
George Gomez says:
The cinematography in this movie is underrated and I believe it makes it a classic.
Posting on behalf of Rebecca H who was unable to post:
“1st movie in 1982!”
Lisa Colangelo says:
I do not remember seeing it when it was released. Maybe to busy working? Now that I have the time, would love the chance to view this modern classic it on the big screen.
Patrick B. (Farolight) says:
I saw a tweet that said I won one of the pairs of tickets… please let me know what I need to do to collect the prize. Thanks!
Hi Patrick, I just emailed you tonight. If you don’t get the email, please let me know. Thanks!
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DISCUSSION BOARD AND COMMUNITY - EST. 1996
News: See Clint Eastwood's RICHARD JEWELL, in theaters December 13!
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Eastwood News / Re:Golf In The Kingdon
Oh please Clint, DON'T do a movie about golf!
Just play it, talk about it, get it outa your system and then make another western/thriller/psychological drama/sci-fi/horror/musical...
Trivia Games / Re:Degrees of Separation
Hi KC.
Just been watching him in a movie, so...
How about John Phillip Law?
Questions & Answers / Re:clint's appeal to women
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She's in the 1978 Woyzeck directed by Werner Herzog. It stars Herzog regular Klaus Kinski - ol' hunchback from AFOD.
Previous Film Discussions / Re:A FISTFUL OF DOLLARS: Business and Publicity: 2. Budget
Quote from: bcm on May 21, 2003, 02:37:09 PM
What struck me is the lack of people in San Miguel. When Joe rides in, you can see some faces behind the doors. But later in the movie there is never any sign of life in this town, except for the protagonists. The fact that the women were all afraid of the Rojos and the Baxters would explain this ghost-like appearence of the town. But, at least at the end, after the final shootdown, you would expect some persons looking at what happended, no? It doesn't harm the film, but I guess Leone did save money using less actors.
San Miguel is a dying town - that is the point.
General Discussion / Re:Eastwood Character Survivor
Jonathan Hemlock (Spelt wrong in the initial post D'Ambo ) & Philo Beddoe.
Not because they are the worst, just I don't want to see them doing well.
It's surely gonna come down to Munny, MWNN and Harry in the end? Eh?
Paul McCartney, Victor Spinetti, John Junkin & Norman Rossington in A Hard Day's Night
The new one is that Welsh word-wizard Victor Spinetti.
Quote from: KC on May 20, 2003, 09:19:51 PM
Richard Todd (the original Richard Todd, b. 11 June 1919).
The "original" Richard Todd - busts dams flatter than your cheaper brands!
The smooth and sexy Dicky T was in The Long, the Short and the Tall with Richard Harris.
He's still going strong BTW - spotted this year in an episode of Midsommer Murders.
Trivia Games / Re: Non-Eastwood Quotes
"Hand me down that can o'beans!"
I kinda like Paint... too, fellas! Maybe it does have something to do with being British.
The movie was botched but the musical numbers are fine, as are the performances. Not the disaster people make out.
My second Eastwood movie, after Eagles - a wet afternoon in Bournemouth when I was about five...
Pete Verrill (Jeff Fahey) in White Hunter, Black Heart?
Off-Topic Discussion / Re: THE ENDLESS, POINTLESS thread
I haven't the remotest idea what poutine is.
Is it similar to expletive deleted?
Previous Film Discussions / Re:A FISTFUL OF DOLLARS: The Story: 6. The Beating
Quote from: Meridico on May 15, 2003, 09:53:42 PM
That scene was quite brutal, especially considering the time period in which that film was made.
No. It wasn't "quite" brutal. It was astonishingly brutal for 1964.
It is hard to imagine the impact of it now. We've lived through decades of relaxed censorship and filmmakers pushing the boundaries of taste and acceptability.
This was before The Wild Bunch, Straw Dogs, The Exorcist and all those movies we now take for granted.
The closest Hollywood exponent of this type of sadism in Westerns is Anthony Mann. Especially the films he made with James Stewart in the mid to late fifties. In the Man From Laramie, for example, Stewart is beaten, tied and dragged behind a horse.
However, nothing came even remotely close to this.
General Discussion / Re:you don't know...
Quote from: female clint on May 16, 2003, 02:58:43 AM
to be honest, i don't think you guys have any idea what it is that makes clint eastwood a star. i totally get that impression, that you all like him - but why? it seems that nobody actually knows and this sounds - to put it nice - lame to me. there is this great web-site with awesome people who all talk about this great actor, but no one can tell me why he is such a star!?!
give me your opinion about it! i want to hear what you have to say, because it seems you don't have to say anything to this!!
female clint
That's a bit of a bleeding cheeky thing to say, Female!
As Matt says - we ain't here to do your homework for you. But also - it's a very difficult question.
Why is anyone a star? What is a star?
Difficult.
Clint Eastwood is a handsome, manly man. He has charisma and good bone structure. But none of these things do it on their own.
His choice of roles is a major part of it. The fact that he became associated with a type of action character at the right point in history.
He combined basic sex appeal - with an image of masculinity men, especially youngish men, could identify with. At a point in time when old certainties and values were being challenged - his image represented a cool, detached attitude to conventional morality.
He sure wasn't old hat, man!
But then neither was he counter-culture. No Easy Rider hippy. His values may have been harder and more cynical - for a harder and more cynical age - but he never left the true path of the American Way. he just took a few shortcuts.
Hard working, ordinary Joes could identify with his no-nonsence go-get it philosophy. The art-house bunch - when they weren't sneering along with Pauline Kael - could dig his stylish cool and flip black humour. Women - all women - wanted to sleep with him.
That's a heck of a demographic!
And as he aged, he mostly adapted to the changing times - got a bit rocky in the eighties but then nobody's perfect.
The Man With No Name was cool for the sixties; then Dirty Harry caught the mood of mainstream America in the waning years of flower power. As his original audience has greyed, he has explored that process in his films. He hasn't stood still.
What makes him a star then - a combination of extreme attractiveness, personal magnatism, good fortune to be in the right place at the right time, shrewd control of his screen image, the intelligence to appeal to differing audiences within the same movie and uniqueness!
That's probably the most important thing. There is only one Clint. Others have copied him, but he goes on being the only Clint. Just as Wayne and Bogart before him we're one offs. He is in the trradition of great movie stars - but he is at the same time totally himself.
General Discussion / Re:Poll:What character did you think was funnier?
I voted Horrigan - he gets some nice comic business in that role, and his timing is impeccable.
I like the running gag about knowing about people/pigeons; I love the concealed wepon line - and the sex scene with all the equipment the agents have to shed is a gem! And none of this gets in the way of the action or drama - outstanding (as another very wry character used to say! )
I'd have added Wilson from WHBH - Clint gives a twinkling performance as the old rogue Huston - and gets some great lines from the book.
General Discussion / Re:What should Clint do next?
Quote from: Wendy on May 14, 2003, 10:40:09 AM
Are you pregnant or something?
That's a curiously personal remark. As a matter of fact I am.
General Discussion / Re:wouldnt it be nice to see him on screen at least one more time?
Dais-ee
...and we might be a long way from Cahiers Du Cinema, but it's that film magazine that first started treating westerns as high art (especially Hawkes' films). So there.
That was my point, Windy! It has been a long long time since Westerns were dismissed by critics as low brow.
Go yourself, by the way.
Interesting that his audience, comprised of this group, are drawn between what is considered high brow (art house films) and what is considered low brow (horse operas).
Considered by you! Where have you been? We're a long way from Cahiers Du Cinema you know. John Ford is now a seriously respected film-maker, so is Howard Hawkes. Most critics now acknowledge the western as being among the highest forms of cinema.
You don't get much more "Art" than Unforgiven! Where's the division?
Low brow? Try Every Which Way But Loose...
When ever I watch Whales I wonder what was directed by Clint and what was directed by Kaufman.
Clint took over very early. If you've seen Bronco Billy, Unforgiven, Play Misty For Me or Sudden Impact you'll know it was no fluke! Believe it or not - the boy can direct, all on his own!
BTW - Where do you watch the "Whales"? From Captain Hook's Pirate Ship?
I was not attacking Eastwood. I was just annoyed when I read that he kept a bowtie that an extra on the Bird set made him to wear to the Oscars, and that he kept it as a goodluck charm, and then wore it to the Oscars for Unforgiven. This means he has awards on the brain. I don't mean to step on his toes, but I wish he were more like the Hollywood bad guys. That's all I said in a small off-hand comment.
Sounds like an attack to me, Wenders!
Why on Earth should that annoy you? Clint has taken decades of bashing from the critical establishment - so now he's begining to get the respect he always deserved.
He has a right to enjoy it!
Discussion Board Troubleshooting / Re:Apostrophes
It was all of them, Cal - including the home page!
Haven't seen any today at all. Might have been a local thing since nobody else noticed.
Or it could have been my eyes!
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Album Reviews: Kate Bush '50 Words For Snow'
Originally published by Mick Lynch on November 26, 2011
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Home » 2005 » DX Mahou Tetsujin Travelion
DX Mahou Tetsujin Travelion
Name: Travelion
Toy Line:
Super Sentai / Power Rangers
Char. Design: PLEX
Toy Design: PLEX
Mahou Sentai MagiRanger
Robots that turn into Trains
Steam Powered
Review by EVA_Unit_4A
In 2005, the evil Infershia clan made their return to the surface of Earth since their defeat ten years ago in their secret battle against the peaceful Sky Saints of the mythical land Magitopia. Miyuki Oz, mother of five, is the only human who has known what is going on, and remains as the sole defender against the Infershia. But just before she is killed by one of the Infershia’s generals, she reveals to her children their family history as secret defenders, and gives to them wand-like Magi Phones, which allows them to access their magical legacy.
The appearance of a small, yet inquisitive green frog into the Oz household sent older sister Urara running for cover in fear. However, she was the only one who could hear its simple and faint request: “Kiss me, kero” [the sound a frog makes in Japanese]. When she finally mustered the courage to deliver the peck in the middle of a battle, the small animal (who was named Hikaru-kun [to shine, light] by the other siblings) unexpectedly transformed into a handsome young man. He was actually the Heavenly Sky Saint Sungel, one of their late father’s apprentices. He had been accidentally cursed to become the frog form when he fought against the traitorous Sky Saint Raigel fifteen years earlier.
“Check! MagiTicket.”
Goo Goolu Luludo!
([use] wand- [to] change- armament)
Using his elemental power of the shining sun, Hikaru can change into the gold armored MagiShine, and uses his Grip Phone & Punch Cards to summon the Travelion Express- a huge magical dark blue, gold & red steam train that is nearly a mile long. It is capable of traveling between the infinite numbers of magical Marudeonna universes on invisible train tracks. The Travelion Express is made up of six components, none of which have specific names:
Steam engine - Shaped with a central cylindrical boiler along the majority of its length, and the control cabin above & behind. It has a golden crest along the front where a red light can shine out ahead, and has four large golden wheels driven by magical steam-driven pistons. The steam engine section forms the center torso and chest of the Travelion.
Tender - Little can be said about the second section other than that it may carry the load of Magic Coal needed for the train’s engine, and rides along on eight supported train wheels. The tender section forms the torso and head of the Travelion.
Train cars 1 & 3 - There is no specific identification for these two cars mentioned on either the show or the toy other than other than that their function on the combination, though they are referred to as 1 and 3 in the instructions. These two car sections form the arms and shoulders of the Travelion.
Train cars 2 & 4 - There is no specific identification for these two cars mentioned on either the show or the toy other than their function on the combination, though they are referred to as 2 and 4 in the instructions. These two car sections form the legs & feet of the Travelion.
Toei Entertainment, Ltd.- producer the Japanese Super Sentai genre since its inception in 1975- borrowed dozens of elements and ideas from fantasy and magic stories from many cultures, countries, books, stories & movies to create “Mahou Sentai MagiRanger”. So, the creation of the Travelion Express is most likely a nod to the crimson red Hogwarts Express, a steam train from the modern popular “Harry Potter” series of novels & movies spurned by British author J.K. Rowling.
Assembled in its train configuration, the Travelion Express stretches out to 35 ½”- not quite as long as the only other previous train-combo mecha, the five-part DX Grand Liner from “Kyuukyuu Sentai GoGo-V” (1999), which was 50 ” long, but 18” tall in its combined robot form. Each of the joints between the cars can free-rotating about 30º altogether for each.
The DX Travelion also has two AAA-sized batteries inside the engine section, which provides it with a simple light-&-sound feature. Pressing a button on the right side of the dark blue boiler will produce either a whistle blowing sound twice, or the sound of a train running across tracks for about eight seconds. Both sounds are accompanied by the red LED lighting up inside the front of the gold seal on the front of the engine. When the feature is first turned on via a black switch on the right side under the cab, the whistle blows and the light flashes again. Either way, the speaker is loud and clear!
MagiShine summons the Travelion Express and then jumps into the cockpit, with his trusted pet cat-genie Smoky behind him. Then he uses his Grip Phone to cut a small hole in a Join Punch Card, calling out: “Mahou Transformation!”
Goo Goo Goldiro!
(wand- wand- body)
In addition to being able to travel long distances magically, the six-part train can combine into the bulky Travelion. With Smoky the Magical Cat shoveling Magic Coal into the Travelion’s furnaces from the cockpit, MagiShine can direct it to perform any number of magical attacks, or perform a series of rapid punches & kicks.
Transformation is fairly straight forward, requiring two changes per piece, minimum. The tender actually gets the most attention as it splits itself in half and flips around. Like the DX Tokusou Gattai DekaRanger Robo from 2004’s “Tokusou Sentai DekaRanger” (aka Deluxe Delta Squad Megazord, from “Power Rangers S.P.D.”, 2005), the DX Travelion also features a rare hidden electronic switch that activates when the golden scoop on the front is lowered or raised. It produces the sound of metal clinking together and steam hissing, and the LED flashes again. Now, unlike the DX DekaRanger Robo, or even the DX Galaxy Mega from 1997’s “Denji Sentai MegaRanger” (aka Deluxe Astro Megazord, from “Power Rangers in Space”, 1998), the hidden switch for the changing sounds in the Travelion is in a hard-to-reach place, so it can’t be easily triggered on purpose simply by sticking something into it. I should also note that when the Travelion is in its robot form, the On/Off switch cannot be reached, so it has to be turned on before it’s combined if you wanted to use the light-&-sound feature.
The Travelion (back) in its robot mode is a big, bulky, thick-armored giant which aptly deserves its Japanese title mahou tetsujin [magic iron-god]. It has huge arms with big fists that look like they could punch through a mountain.
The large cylinder with the gold seal on the front of it projecting from its chest- the steam engine- looks like a giant bazooka; the Travelion can perform the Steam Bazooka attack from the top of its head. It can also perform the Remote Liner attack- where the two smaller steam trains hidden in the leg compartments shoot out and wrap an opponent in track-like binds. For finishers, the Travelion can perform the Destruction Fire attack- where it lowers the gold seal on the front of the engine and sucks in its opponents to be incinerated in its furnace. Or-
“Come fourth, fire!”
Golu Golu Gojika!
(soldier- soldier- element)
- it can produce the more powerful Destruction Fire Reverse Spray, which blasts magical energy out from its furnace directly at its foes.
For those of you wondering what the differences are between the DX Mahou Tetsujin Travelion from “Mahou Sentai MagiRanger”, and its English-speaking counterpart, the Deluxe Solar Streak Megazord from “Power Rangers Mystic Force”, it’s too early to say as of the posting of this review. Even though “PRMF” started airing in early February 2006, the Deluxe Solar Streak Megazord will not be released until late-Summer or early-Fall 2006. There are no rumors either to confirm what possible [dare I say inevitable?] changes it will undergo.
Sets required for these combinations:
DX Majin Gattai MagiKing (sold separately)
DX Majin Gattai WolKaiser (sold separately)
DX Tenkuu Gattai Saint Kaiser (sold separately)
In addition to changing by itself, the DX Travelion can also swap out the chest component with both the DX MagiKing and DX WolKaiser sets, though this never happened in the show so they have no ‘official’ names. The MagiPhoenix and MagiFairy figures from the MagiKing can be inserted into the Travelion’s torso compartment, as can Wolzard and his Jagan Shield. But the opposite is also true- the steam train can be attached onto the torsos of either the MagiKing or WolKaiser to form giant cannons. Heck, because they have the exact same components from the WolKaiser, you could even swap out the Saint MagiPhoenix from the DX Tenkuu Gattai Saint Kaiser and place the steam engine onto its chest as well!
If the “MagiRanger” line of DX toys had ended with just the DX Majin Gattai MagiKing and DX Majin Gattai WolKaiser, I would have been very satisfied. However, for some strange reason, Bandai felt that a giant dark blue, gold, and red steam train would fit in with the fantasy & mythological creature themes. I like the Travelion ‘n all, but not as it relates to the “MagiRanger” series; it just doesn’t work and, really, degrades the line. Also, there were several places where different things could have been done to enhance play value:
The two arm compartments, which have no function, could have been replaced with retractable elbow joints. They’ve done it before with the Gao Shark, Gao Polar & Gao Bear, Gao Hammerhead, Saw Shark, and Hurricane Dolphin, so I don’t know why they didn’t here.
Rotating wrist joints
Room could have been made in the leg pieces to allow for-
working hip and knee joints, which would extend the badly-needed length of the legs
spring loaded launchers for the Remote Liner accessories
Rolling pin-style wheels were used instead of regular thin wheels under all of the cars except on the engine. A single wheel, placed under the cow catcher, could have been removed and the four gold wheels on either side of it made to turn instead.
The head could have been designed to incorporate a little side-to-side motion
Some sort of identification specifically for the left and right legs; there’s no difference between them as they are now!
Perhaps a little more variety in the sound effects or another button for new effects.
Change the appearance of the On/Off switch so that it could be reached in robot form.
It’s interesting in its own ways, but a lot more could have been done to it to put it on par with the others in the series. But, it’s still a cool toy, no mistake about that. The LED is really intense and shines out to over a foot away from the gold seal, the sound effects are clear & loud, the head is well sculpted & painted, and it’s big and bulky. I recommend the DX Mahou Tetsujin Travelion more as a standalone set than I do as part of the “MagiRanger” line.
DX Travelion Commercial
* Photos by JoshB
Posted 14 April, 2006 - 09:19 by EVA_Unit_4A
I love my Travelion!
I love my Travelion! I would recommend though, if you are going to get it, to get the Toys R Us Japan exclesive version which includes a gold version of MagiShine's Grip Phone and a new set of more show accurate spell cards.
Posted by Gunwitch on 15 April, 2006 - 09:28
He's being a bit of a pill on this, but I need to give the webmaster/owner JoshB credit for all of the images and movies he took for this review. My own digital camera was non-functional, so he suggested splitting the review up since he had a DX Travelion as well. Thanks for the help, Joshua!
EVA_Unit_4A
Posted by EVA_Unit_4A on 19 April, 2006 - 02:08
Not such a bad robot
I don't really agree with you. I think Travelion add something a bit more... old school to the line. True, it doesn't really "fit in" the line, but it gives some kind of "artillery power" to the overall knight-like style of the serie. Just my opinion...
"Awww man, That's one ugly zord..." Tommy about BA Drivemax Megazord
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Likes: Good (read: bad) puns, puppies, embarrassing pop music, burritos, idolizing Beyoncé and Tina Fey Dislikes: Squirrels, typos, socks with sandals (and other unforgivable fashion mistakes) Sara hasn't always been a journalist -- unless you count that time she put out a newspaper in the third grade about her dog. Still, she's been making up for lost time ever since she began attending Eastern Illinois University and started writing for The Daily Eastern News. When people ask her why she wants to be a writer, she tells them it's because she genuinely enjoys journalism and everything that goes with it (which is true, but let's be real, she not-so-secretly wouldn't mind just being Carrie Bradshaw for the rest of her life). In the fall, you'll find her where she really belongs: as online editor, blogging and tweeting like it's her job -- because hey, it actually is (thank God).
Ticket sales for 2012 Olympics lower than expected
Tickets prices are being elevated in “hospitality packages”
Ticket sales for the 2012 Olympics are lower than originally projected despite Lord Sebastian Coe’s predications that there would be “no empty seats” at this year’s game. Now Olympic veterans’ predictions are coming back to haunt them as rows of empty seats are visible, especially those in the premium front-row positions.
Empty seats are not uncommon for Olympic Games, but they do not mesh with Lord Coe’s plans to fill every seat for the 2012 Olympics. Still, some of these seats may look unused, but they are actually reserved for the families of 2012 Olympics athletes and officials, who may have chose not to show up to the events for whatever reason.
Another motive may be floating around for the cause of the empty seats at the 2012 Olympic. Sources have told The Daily Telegraph that many of the ticket agencies are holding on to as many as 50,000 tickets to the games so they can eventually cash them in as part of last-minute hospitality packages – with elevated prices.
Still, the 2012 Olympics team is not giving up completely on ticket sales. The Games’ organizer is hoping to buy back up to 70,000 cheaper tickets from ticket agencies because these agencies feel returning tickets is too costly and time-consuming to be worth it for them in the long haul. Of the 8.8 million tickets for the 2012 Olympics, around 1.2 million go to the national Olympic committees of foreign countries.
Under IOC rules, tickets for the 2012 Olympic Games cannot be sold for more than face value, so they are then sold as part of a hospitality package, including packages for hotel accommodations. This allows ticket agencies to inflate prices and essentially charge whatever the wish for the packages. Only time will tell as to whether the seats for the 2012 Olympics will be sold.
James Holmes allegedly bought gun on day of failed exam
Holmes dropped out of his doctoral program
James Holmes, the alleged gunman behind the Colorado shooting during the premiere of The Dark Knight Rises that killed 12 people and injured 58, is now being accused of buying a gun on the same day he failed a key exam for his doctoral program.
Law enforcement officials are still searching for a motive behind the Colorado shooting massacre, and experts are saying James Holmes, 24, might have an “underlying mental illness that was triggered by the stress of failure.”
Holmes is currently being held in solitary confinement as authorities are continuing to investigate Friday’s shooting.
Holmes was arrested almost immediately following the shootings incident, where he was found holding several weapons, including the high-powered rifle he bought from a gun shop on June 7, the same day he failed his oral exam at University of Colorado – Denver, where he was currently in the Ph.D neuroscience program.
Holmes was said to be a high-performing student and had even received a grant from the National Institutes of Health.
Still, the pressure to perform well might have triggered James Holmes’ shootings.
“All of those things could actually make dormant schizophrenia come out, and come out relatively quickly,” Marisa Randazzo, a psychologist who studies targeted violence told ABC News in an interview.
Law enforcement officials said Holmes had begun buying weapons and ammunition for the guns months before the attack.
Mitt Romney calls for leaks investigation
Sen. Diane Feinstein is refuting Romney’s requests
Mitt Romney is calling for a special leaks investigation after sensitive national security intelligence has allegedly come from the White House. Romney is stating “the time for stonewalling is over,” but his claims are not going unchallenged.
Senate Intelligence Committee Chairwoman Sen. Diane Feinstein (D-CA) is expressing concern that Romney is politicizing the leaks investigation. Romney addressed the issue at the Veterans of Foreign Wars conference on Tuesday, saying President Barack Obama’s Secretary of Defense Bob Gates told members of the West Wing staff to “shut up” when he read about details behind the raid on Osama bin Laden’s compound in the press.
Romney said that he was taken aback after he learned details about that raid and operational details were being leaked to the press. “This isn’t a partisan issue,” Romney said. “It’s a national security crisis.” He continued on to say, “Whoever provided classified information to the media seeking political advantage for the administration must be exposed, dismissed and punished.”
Sen. Feinstein told an audience at the National Press Club on Monday that she believes the leaks came directly from staff members within the White House. She continued to say Romney’s requests for a leaks investigation are not necessary.
Sherman Hemsley dies at 74, remembered as TV groundbreaker
Hemsley starred on All in the Family, The Jeffersons
Sherman Hemsley, the comic actor best known for his groundbreaking role in the 1970s sitcom All in the Family and his lead role in the spinoff The Jeffersons, died at 74 on Tuesday in El Paso. El Paso police said Sherman Hemsley was found dead at a home where neighbors said he’d lived for years. No foul play is suspected.
Sherman Hemsley first got his breakout in his role as George Jefferson, the neighbor to Archie and Edith Bunker on All in the Family. He then moved on to his own spin-off show, The Jeffersons, in which he played the husband of Isabel Sanford’s character, Louise. The show was set on the East Side of Manhattan.
The Jeffersons was a groundbreaking show, as it was the first on primetime to feature an upscale African American couple, as well as the first to cast an interracial couple. The show dealt with controversial issues at the time, especially racism. For his time on the show, Sherman Hemsley earned an Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. The Jeffersons ran for 10 years.
“He was a love of a guy” and “immensely talented,” Norman Lear, producer of The Jeffersons and All in the Family, said after learning of the death of Sherman Hemsley.
After the show’s run, Sherman Hemsley later starred as Deacon Ernest Frye on Amen, which aired from 1986 to 1991, as well as making other TV appearances throughout his acting career.
Sherman Hemsley was born Feb. 1, 1938, in Philadelphia. He trained at the Philadelphia Academy of Dramatic Arts, and then began acting in New York workshops and theater companies, such as the Negro Ensemble Company.
Sherman Hemsley also starred in films, including 1979’s Love at First Bite, 1987’s Stewardess School and 1987’s Ghost Fever. He also released an album, Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, in 1989.
Chick-fil-A under fire for anti-gay stance
Customers still in support, recent poll says
Chick-fil-A is getting a new round of publicity following their more publicized views on gay marriage. Although the fast food company has never kept their views on gay marriage secret, after Chick-fil-A President Dan Cathy gave an interview with Biblical Recorder in which he reiterated the company’s strict following of biblical practice and consequent disapproving stance on homosexual lifestyles, a media firestorm has quickly spread.
In Cathy’s interview with the Biblical Recorder, he was asked about the company’s support of the traditional lifestyle – meaning the heterosexual family – and Cathy replied, “Well, guilty as charged,” then continuing on to say, “We are very much supportive of the family—the biblical definition of the family unit.”
News sources like CNN, Washington Post, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Los Angeles Times, Associated Press and The Huffington Post have since reported on the story, and an outcry has ensued as the result of Chick-fil-A’s more publicized stance on gay marriage and rights. To counteract the publicity, Chick-fil-A issued a statement July 19 telling its customers that they are “going forward, our intent is to leave the policy debate over same-sex marriage to the government and political arena” and that its tradition is “to treat every person with honor, dignity and respect—regardless of their belief, race, creed, sexual orientation or gender.”
Still, the Chick-fil-A press has so far not been viewed as negative. The Washington Post conducted a poll that reported 66 percent of respondents say they’ll continue eating at Chick-fil-A. Supporters also took to social media to express their continued support. As of Thursday afternoon, more than 14,000 people had commented on Chick-fil-A’s Facebook page, many of whom said they still approve of the company.
Chick-fil-A operates more than 1,600 restaurants. They are known for being closed on Sundays in honor of the Bible’s recommendations.
Victims from Alabama bar shooting still in hospital
Suspect remains in custody
An Alabama bar shooting has left five people still hospitalized. Doctors have upgraded the medical conditions of four of the five people who have been hospitalized from gun shot wounds; one is now in serious condition, upgraded from critical, Brad Fisher, communications director for DCH Regional Medical Center, said.
Another person has been upgraded to fair condition and two to good condition. One remains in fair condition.
Authorities have charged Nathan Van Wilkins, 44, with 17 counts of attempted murder in connection with the shooting which occurred Tuesday at the Copper Top bar near University of Alabama’s campus.
Wilkins also faces another attempted murder charge for a shooting earlier that night in a nearby subdivision.
Wilkins is currently at the Tuscaloosa County Jail with a $2 million bond following the Alabama bar shooting.
Police are almost completely sure Wilkins was the shooter “based on some of the things he’s told us,” Police Chief Steve Anderson said earlier Tuesday.
Police are reporting that the suspect went into a business in Jasper, a town about 50 miles north of Tuscaloosa, and “indicated he was involved in the incident,” Anderson said. The man was then taken into custody and returned to Tuscaloosa following the Alabama bar shooting.
A surveillance video shows the man walking up to the bar and then, only a few minutes, shooting around military-style with an assault rifle.
Seventeen people were admitted to the hospital following the suspect’s shootings; most of the victims were students. Approximately 80 to 90 people were at the bar at the time of the Alabama bar shooting.
Boy Scouts of America under fire again
LGBTQ activists like Ricky Martin come out to protest
Boy Scouts of America is standing by its policy of “No gays allowed,” and some of Hollywood’s biggest LGBTQ players aren’t pleased about it.
Activist Ricky Martin is teaming up with the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLADD) to express his anger towards the organization and their stance on gays.
RadarOnline.com reports that the Boy Scouts of America’s decision to not allow gays and lesbians into the organization stems from the promise that it “is absolutely the best policy” for the organization. This stance is not sitting well in the gay community.
“Hundreds of thousands of Americans, including the corporate leaders of Ernst & Young and AT&T, current Eagle Scouts, and celebrities such as ‘Hunger Games’ star Josh Hutcherson, Julianne Moore, Dianna Agron and Ricky Martin, have spoken out against the ban on gay scouts and gay scout leaders,” Rich Ferraro, GLAAD spokesperson, told RadarOnline.com in regards to the Boy Scouts of America’s decision to exclude gays and lesbians.
The Boy Scouts of America, and their partner organization, the Girl Scouts of America, as well, have both been under fire in the past for “not granting membership to open or avowed homosexuals.”
Last fall a seven-year-old transgender boy was rejected from Girl Scouts because of his genitals.
His mother, Felisha Archuleta, was infuriated by the Girl Scouts of America’s decision to exclude her son.
“He dresses like a girl, and you can’t tell he is a girl?” Archuleta said. “But the Girl Scout leader told us he can’t join because he has ‘boy parts.’… But no one would know he’s a boy unless they pulled his pants down.”
Still, the organizations have continued to insist said in a statement that it is “an inclusive” establishment.
“If a child identifies as a girl and the child’s family presents her as a girl, Girl Scouts of Colorado welcomes her as a Girl Scout,” the statement said, which also said the organization is “reaching out to the family of the excluded child and will be altering its training programs so that all girls are supported.”
Janet Jackson dispute with niece escalates
Jackson “furious” over niece’s decision to take movie role in France
There’s a new Janet Jackson dispute – this time with her niece. Us Weekly is reporting that Janet Jackson is “furious” with her niece, Paris Jackson – her late brother Michael Jackson’s daughter—for accepting a role in the 2014 movie Lundon’s Bridge and the Three Keys
The Janet Jackson dispute with her niece is causing stress within the family, the source is saying.
“She feels it goes against Michael’s wishes to keep his kids out of the limelight until age 18,” the source says. “Janet thinks Paris should enjoy being a kid and possibly go to college.”
Still Paris isn’t having any of it, the sources says, as she is “hoping for more roles.”
The Janet Jackson dispute continues as she told her niece, “You’re only a child once.”
Sarah Silverman makes risque offer to billionaire Sheldon Adelson
Silverman offers to perform sexual act if Adelson donates $100 million to Barack Obama instead of Mitt Romney
Sarah Silverman is making a billionaire Republican an offer he may or may not refuse. In her offer, Sarah Silverman is making what she calls an “indecent proposal” to Las Vegas casino tycoon Shelden Adelson, who plans to back Mitt Romney in the upcoming election by giving him $100 million dollars, by telling him she will perform a sexual act for him if he donates that money to Barack Obama instead.
The ultimate goal of the Sarah Silverman campaign, however, is to raise awareness towards the true reality of campaign financing and donations and how the power of a few wealthy donors can vastly sway a campaign.
“If you give that $100 million to Obama instead of Romney, I will — well, I won’t have sex with you because we’re not married and I am a nice girl,” Silverman said in the video before naming a sex act that includes her wearing a bikini.
Despite her risqué request, Sarah Silverman is being backed by others, such as Mik Moore, treasurer for the Jewish Council for Education and Research, the pro-Obama PAC supporting the Sarah Silverman video.
“We’re uncomfortable with the size of the gift, [and] that one person can single handedly affect the election,” Mik Moore, said in an interview with ABCNews.com about Adelson’s contributions.
Moore said his group has objected to many of Adelson’s political viewpoints.
“They are not reflective of the priorities of American Jews, but [his money has] given him a large megaphone for which to amplify his views,” he said.
Adelson’s net worth is at an estimated $25 billion, and it has been reported he has already donated $10 million to Romney Super PAC Restore Our Future.
Mermaid body speculation still continues
Some people aren’t giving up hope that mermaids are real
Speculation is still stirring as to whether mermaids are real following an Animal Planet documentary titled Mermaids: The Body Found in which, you guessed it, a mermaid body is found. Animal Planet, typically known for their factual documentaries, aired the specified science fiction documentary about finding a mermaid body back in May and ran a repeat of it again earlier this week.
The documentary caused confusion in viewers as to the reality of mermaids. Using CGI techonology and faux-documentary filming style akin to The Blair Witch Project , the program follows a scientific team investigating what appears to be a mermaid body found on the shore and their investigations to find out if mermaids really exist.
Despite the show clarifying that it was just fiction, viewers were so convinced the mermaid body was real that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration was prompted to release a statement stating that mermaids don’t exist.
“The belief in mermaids may have arisen at the very dawn of our species,” the NOAA statement said. “But are mermaids real? No evidence of aquatic humanoids has ever been found. Why, then, do they occupy the collective unconscious of nearly all seafaring peoples? That’s a question best left to historians, philosophers, and anthropologists. “
Still, Animal Planet is not giving up their claims that the mermaid body found could be, at least in part, true.
“What if there’s a kernel of truth behind the legend of this mythic creature?” a program description reads. “Is the idea of mermaids really so far-fetched? Maybe so, maybe not. The show itself, though science fiction, is based on some real events and scientific theory.”
Click here to view a video preview of the Animal Planet documentary about the mermaid body.
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Osprey at Chief Timothy Park
Chief Timothy Park sits on a 282-acre island on Lower Granite Lake in the Snake River about twelve miles from Lapwai and the Nez Perce Reservation. Near here is the confluence of the Clearwater and the Snake Rivers, and within a few miles the Salmon and Grande Ronde Rivers flow into the Snake
“Tsceminicum” (She-mi-ni-cum) means where the waters meet. For centuries thousands of Nez Perce returned from the fall hunt in the mountains or the camas prairies to the villages of Kamiah, Lapwai, Alpowai, Hatwai, Wawawai and Tsceminicum with rich food supplies for winter. They camped along the streams teeming with salmon and other fish that supplemented their winter caches.
Of the six Confluence sites, this island in the Snake River and its surroundings most closely resemble the landscape seen by Lewis and Clark. On May 4, 1806, Meriwether Lewis wrote, “the lands through which we passed today are fertile consisting of a dark rich loam. the hills of the river are high and approach it nearly on both sides. no timber in the plains … the hills of the creek which we decended this morning are high and in most parts rocky and abrupt.”
In the twentieth century, tribal and non-tribal lands were seized by the government and original construction of the Lower Granite Dam began in 1965 but was halted after two years, resuming in 1970. When the dam’s gates closed in 1975 water flooded most of the Alpowai village site. The park is known as the gateway to Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, the deepest river gorge in North America and an area of striking scenery, abundant cultural history and outdoor adventure.
Lower Granite Dam is the most upstream dam in the Snake River system that has a fish ladder to allow adult salmon and steelhead to migrate upstream. The Columbia River treaty tribes along with some environmental groups have recommended that this dam along with the other three lower Snake River dams be decommissioned and/or removed because of their impact on endangered salmon and steelhead populations.
Working with artist Maya Lin whose design reflects the inherent cultural elements with respect for past and future, the Nez Perce blessed the south arc of the Chief Timothy Park site for Confluence on April 30, 2005. Called a “Listening Circle”, this earthwork is sculpted out of a natural amphitheater. Its shape is inspired in part by the imagery of sound waves, and it commemorates the tribal ceremony in which the women faced north, the men faced south, the elders faced west, with no one passing behind them, leaving the east side open to admit the new day. The site was completed and dedicated by the Nez Perce people in May 2015.
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The Disapprovers - Epilogue
Last Week on the Disapprovers: Abby, Mr. Toes, and Freddie watch the view from the ISS, and Mr. Toes contemplates the questions future holds for The Disapprovers crew.
There was much elation after our return from the ISS. Freddie—yes, Freddie—tried to explain to every bun that floating in microgravity was like a never-ending binky. Pancake just grinned and stared at him, not because his description of the "never-ending" binky was so evocative but because she's never seen him that animated. Abby told every bun about our exploits during the short night on the ISS, and we enjoyed following up on the events at the station.
The crew of the ISS had quite a positive reaction to our peace offering. One of them consumed most of the evidence in a couple of bites before getting zero gravity tackled for the remains of the nom.
The little elementary school hoomins were most amused by something eating their space-grown lettuce. One of the cosmonauts said that it looked as if a rabbit ate it, but that's impossible because there are no rabbits in space! He insinuated that his colleague ate it, or maybe that rascal American did it. The kids were unconvinced and insisted this had to be the handiwork of a space alien or aliens. One little girl that said it would be nice if rabbits could live in the ISS along with other small animals.
Bruno & Mr. Toes
Vladimir, the lead spacewalker, did very well during the EVA. He packed a little picture of his grandpa in his spacesuit, and he made grandpa proud. The capcom had to prod him a couple of times when Vladimir got quiet for a bit longer than what ground control was comfortable with, but he carried out the repairs without a hitch. When Vladimir emerged from the airlock after returning to the ISS, his eyes were all red and puffy. He tried to blame it on poor sleep the night before, then on the CO2 scrubber. Was it leaking lithium hydroxide again? I knew better.
Once the show simmered down, we began to nom on the dreaded and chewy question of "What's next?" As I suspected, it was in the back of everybun's mind. The only thing we could agree on was that we'd decide nothing until everybun gets to visit the ISS. We all thought there's no substitute for a direct experience of this sort. It is guaranteed to open, if not obliterate, everybun's mental cage.
Abby & Mr. Toes Molly
We tried to form a plan of action to deal with some unpleasant possibilities, beginning with the worst case scenario of our cover getting blown. I don't mean our hoomins getting wind of us sneaking out of the house or discovering some of our equipment. I mean someone coming across the underground artery leading to Singularia. That brought us to dealing with our hoomins in case we had to evacuate. Do we make arrangements for them to settle somewhere else, or should we leave them to their own devices? Did we have any right to let the hoomins, even if they were our beloved hoomins, out of the confines of this planet? What about ourselves? What if we already took on too many of the hoomin traits? What if we weren't any better than them? Are we liable to commit their mistakes and atrocities in the name of some grand plan or universal justice?
We discussed the notion that we should open our discovery to a larger audience. Maybe we should create permanent ports for others to use however they see fit, to make it easier to carry out small operations like ours, on a much wider scale. The unappealing possibility it implied again involved the secret getting into the completely open and everybun losing access Singularia. It meant hoomins getting their grubby paws on her.
Pancake & Molly Molly
Then we argued the pros and cons of planning a prolonged campaign to improve the lives of as many creatures as we could versus planning to go completely off the terrestrial reservation. Freddie wanted to find the origins of Singularia. He wanted to explore the habitable possibilities in more exotic locations of the universe.
Molly and Freddie advocated direct action in the fashion of the lab bust to liberate bunnehs from meat farms and labs and to shame and bankrupt the perpetrators. For starters, Molly suggested an "inventory transfer" for one of the prominent, big money grocers. "Around a traditional holiday, why don't we supplement the grocer's freezers with other frozen pets, moved over from particular, exotic locations on the planet. What's the problem? We would move stuff around that's already there!"
Lincoln Mr. Toes
Freddie thought it would be great to visit our "good doctor" in the prison. He and Molly agreed they could make "it" look like an accident. I didn't care to find out what they meant by "it." Then he talked about moving most of his workshop to the wreckage. He talked about feigning his escape into the outdoors so hoomins would not try to find him so he could move to the wreck permanently. It was the peace and quiet that appealed to him. He wanted to explore the wreck in depth.
Sadly, we had to say goodbye to Lincoln. Again, age and time had gotten to one of us. Ava came up with an idea to honor all of our crew members who had died. What if we mixed a little bit of their ashes with paint and then painted with that a part of a satellite or a deep space probe? I think that's a pretty good start. I believe that it would be even more fun to find that mothership we keep talking about or maybe that planet we're not supposed to know anything about, and let them rest there? We would have never been able to do all that we've done without their help.
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Irish revolutionary Tom Williams was hanged at Belfast’s Crumlin Road Gaol on this date in 1942.
A plaque at 46 Bombay Street in Belfast marks the home Tom Williams shared with his grandmother.
The 19-year-old Belfast Catholic had been the chief of a six-man Irish Republican Army team that mounted an Easter Sunday attack intended to divert Northern Ireland’s Royal Ulster Constabulary from preventing Republican marches to commemorate the Easter Rising. The attack killed an RUC officer, and all six IRA men were arrested and sentenced to death.
As the acknowledged leader, Williams alone paid that forfeit; the five others all had their sentences commuted. (Notably, their number included 21-year-old Joe Cahill, who was destined for an illustrious career in the movement; he would go on to co-found the Provisional IRA in 1969, and to become a prominent exponent of the peace process in the 1990s.)
“Tom Williams walked to that scaffold without a tremor in his body. The only people who were shaking were us and the hangman,” his priest said later that day. “I’ve one other thing to say to you. Don’t pray for Tom Williams, pray to him, for at this moment Tom is a saint in heaven.”
That’s about the size of Williams’s place in the Republican memory. After the prison was closed, Williams was reburied with honors (Gerry Adams attended) in 2000. He’s commemorated in a ballad.
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1909: Richard Justin, child batterer
1 comment August 19th, 2017 Meaghan
(Thanks to Meaghan Good of the Charley Project for the guest post. -ed.)
At eight in the morning on this date in 1909, Richard Justin was hanged at Crumlin Road Prison in Belfast, Ireland (now Northern Ireland) for the murder of his four-year-old daughter. Little Annie Thompson — she was born illegitimate, but her parents married a few months before her death — had died at their home at 84 Lepper Street in Belfast on March 12, supposedly from falling out of bed.
A myriad of witnesses, however, reported that Justin abused the child horribly. Her longtime nanny had noticed bruises, a swollen chin, a black eye and one tooth knocked out, but in February, before she could take any action, Annie was removed from her care. Others reported seeing marks and bruises on the child.
When concerned adults asked Annie how she had been hurt, she complained her father had hit and kicked her. People had also heard heartrending cries coming from 84 Lepper Street. One neighbor, for instance, testified she’d heard Annie’s mother wail, “Hit me, and let the child alone.”
The locals were reluctant to intervene in the family’s domestic problems, but after a Mrs. McWilliams saw that Annie’s “wee elbow” was swollen, her wrist was burned and “the skin was off her back,” she told Annie’s mother she was going to complain to the child abuse authorities. She decided not to, though, after Annie’s mother gave her word of honor that the abuse would stop.
It didn’t stop.
The very day of Annie Thompson’s demise, someone had written a letter to the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children, saying they’d been concerned about her for months and would someone please go to her house and check on her welfare? The anonymous writer added that he or she had meant “to drop you a note last week.”
Too little, too late.
From a forensic standpoint there was the autopsy, which revealed
a litany of injuries. These included some thirty bruises to the chest, arms, thighs and head, though most were several days old. Professor Symmers, who conducted the medical investigation, even went as far as to say they were the worst injuries to a child he had ever seen.
He actually compared her tortured remains to a case he’d seen where a man had been whipped 100 strokes with a cat o’ nine tails. The primary cause of death, however, was a brain hemorrhage
At Richard’s trial in July, ample evidence of child abuse was presented and the prosecution argued that Annie had died of injuries accumulated from the effects of months of beatings. The defense denied that the accused man had ever mistreated his daughter and argued that her death was an accident. Their star witness was Richard Justin’s oldest son, Richard Jr.
According to Richard Jr., he, his younger brother, and Annie were sharing a bed, the girl being closest to the wall. She woke up at 7:00 a.m. and started climbing over the boys to get out of bed, but tripped on the hem of her nightdress, fell off the bed and struck her head on the metal strut of her parents’ bed, an arms’ length away. Annie moaned and wouldn’t move after that. Richard Jr. picked her up and put her back in bed without waking their brother. Richard Sr. then found her lying dead two hours later.
When asked about this in court, Professor Symmers reluctantly allowed the boy’s story about Annie’s fall, if accurate, could explain the brain hemorrhage that had caused her death.
Nevertheless, the jury returned a guilty verdict.
“The defence,” writes Steven Moore in his book Hanged at Crumlin Road Gaol: The Story of Capital Punishment in Belfast,
with some justification, considered that Richard Justin hadn’t been given the benefit of what appeared to be reasonable doubt. There was a possibility, it was felt, the jury had believed him guilty of scheming to kill the child, and that the plot had not succeeded only because of an unfortunate accident. In other words, even if he hadn’t actually murdered Annie, there was no reason to consider him innocent when he had evil intent to the girl. A petition sent to the Lord Lieutenant asking for a reprieve was turned down.
A large crowd gathered outside the prison as Richard Justin was hanged, but there was nothing to see: his execution took place within the prison walls, and even the custom of raising the black flag at the moment of death had been abandoned. He reportedly “walked firmly to the scaffold and had shown great remorse for his crime.”
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LEAR ON THE SHORE
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LEAR ON THE SHORE (Umibe no Lear)
Q&A guests: Screen legend Tatsuya Nakadai and director Masahiro Kobayashi
Nakadai and Kobayashi collaborate on film No. 3, and no water bottles were thrown during the Q&A (as they are in the film). ©Mance Thompson
Just how young is Tatsuya Nakadai? Younger than any of us.
Eager to get the show on the road, Japan’s greatest living actor strode energetically into FCCJ’s packed screening room without waiting for the emcee to announce him, and seemed almost oblivious to the flashbulb onslaught, if not the sustained applause.
Without meaning to, Nakadai had perfectly evoked the character he plays in his new film, Lear on the Shore, a once-bright star of screen and stage who has just escaped from the luxury nursing home where his ungrateful daughter (Mieko Harada) and son-in-law Yukio (Hiroshi Abe) have stashed him, after forcing him to leave them everything in his will. Tugging a carry-on bag behind him, he strides purposefully along a deserted beach at dawn, unsure where he’s come from or where he’s going… but determined to find an audience that appreciates his talents. (The actual bag showed up at the photocall following the Q&A session, provoking much mirth.)
The great actor reunited with singular director Masahiro Kobayashi for the film, marking their third collaboration after Haru’s Journey (2010) and Japan's Tragedy (2013). In Lear, Nakadai stars as the majestically barefoot, silk pajama-clad Chokitsu Kuwabatake, who has dementia and only fleetingly recalls his daughter’s betrayal. But a thespian to the core, he can still recite great chunks of dialog from heralded performances.
Despite the film's many tragic undertones, there was ample laughter during the Q&A. ©Mance Thompson
Nakadai had famously played the mad daimyo Hidetora Ichimonji, loosely based on Shakespeare’s King Lear, in Akira Kurosawa’s acclaimed Ran (1985). Befitting Kobayashi’s preference for arthouse pacing, the auteur’s new tragicomedy is as stripped down as Kurosawa’s melodrama is supercharged. Yet the success of both films pivots on a towering performance by the celebrated star — and age has only burnished his brilliance.
On the dais, Nakadai said, “I am very old, in the final stages of my life. As you’ve just seen, the film depicts an actor named Chokitsu. There are indeed similarities between this role and myself. We are both 84 years old, we are both so-called stars, so I thought perhaps Mr. Kobayashi was making a documentary about me — although I didn’t hear that directly from him.”
Kobayashi admitted, “I had Mr. Nakadai in mind when I wrote the script for this film, and I wanted to bring him the project and pull him in. In order to pull him in, I wanted to surprise him. And to do that, I had to figure out what kind of story to concoct. Shakespeare was a playwright, and he would write certain roles for certain actors in his troupe, and I think that kind of style suits me, as well.”
©Mance Thompson
He continued, “Before becoming a film director, I was a screenwriter for a little more than a decade. I was always careful about writing something that actors would want to do. In order to do that, you have to imagine situations and what they would say, and write a character in which they can evoke their own sentiments. If an actor is allowed to play a part like that, they can reveal their true selves and I presume that’s quite an enjoyable process.”
Speaking about Kurosawa’s Ran, Roger Ebert once noted that there strong parallels between daimyo rulers and filmmakers, since both must “enforce their vision in a world seething with jealousy, finance, intrigue, vanity and greed.” In Lear on the Shore, how much of Chokitsu is Nakadai and how much Kobayashi? When the film’s fallen actor assures us that he “only wanted to please everyone” and later laments, “You claw your way to the top, then tumble down the other side,” do the lines not borrow sentiments from both men?
While striding along that beach at daybreak, Chokitsu runs into a forlorn young woman and takes her for an assistant. “Are you my accomplice?” he jokes, but she is not amused. This, it turns out, is his younger daughter Nobuko (Haru Kuroki), sent packing by Chokitsu when she became pregnant years earlier. She has returned home for reasons that only become clear much later, and her father’s failure to recognize her is another crushing blow. “I was the only one who loved you,” she wails, but Chokitsu sees only an actress playing Lear’s beloved youngest, Cordelia, and happily plays along, before turning to take his bows.
©2017 "Lear on the Shore" Film Committee
The interactions between Nakadai and Kuroki — the National Living Treasure and the young sparkplug who won Best Actress at the Berlin Film Festival for Yoji Yamada’s The Little House — are at the heart of the film, and one marvels at the level of craft.
A British journalist asked Nakadai what the Lear character actually means to him, and why he’d never played the role on stage. “It’s always been my wish, for many years now, that I could someday do a full production of King Lear on the stage,” answered Nakadai. “Akira Kurosawa’s Ran was a Japanese adaptation of the play, and has a different perspective from Shakespeare’s original, in that the protagonist, Hidetora, comes into conflict with his sons. Mr. Kurosawa himself said, ‘This is a god’s-eye portrayal of humans, and how they’ll keep on fighting. War will never end, so long as humankind is on this earth.’’
He paused. “I’ve been wondering myself, just how much Mr. Kobayashi was inspired by King Lear, and how much he put into the film.” And he turned, eyebrow cocked in that familiar way, to his director.
©Mance Thompson (left), FCCJ (right)
Responded Kobayashi: “When I was young, there was this shingeki acting style [new drama style, based on Western realism], and Mr. Nakadai is of that school. What they did was import the works of Shakespeare and other foreign playwrights, and translate them into Japanese for their productions. Honestly speaking, it doesn’t really suit my taste. What I wanted to do was not a costume play of King Lear [like Kurosawa’s Ran], but rather, to depict what would happen if a Japanese were to play King Lear. What would that look like? How would that actor prepare for the role? Very much in the vein of Al Pacino’s Looking for Richard, I didn’t want to depict Lear himself, but to depict the life of an actor, and of acting.”
Once again not waiting (this time for the interpreter to translate Kobayashi’s remarks), Nakadai said, “I see. I didn’t know that. I didn’t ask about that when we were on the set.”
Kobayashi's revelation about the film's final scene came as a surprise to his star. ©Mance Thompson
And he went on, “To speak about Mr. Kobayashi’s work, [after this third collaboration] I think there’s a connecting thread between these three films. Although he hasn’t said it to me directly, they’re all about aging and about whether you’re able to say, when you have death staring at you, ‘I have lived this life to the fullest.’ I presume that’s the common thread he’s after. But on set, I just follow his orders.”
Kobayashi was asked about his unusual shooting style, especially his choices of camera angles and long takes. “It’s a difficult question to answer concisely,” the director responded, “but I would say that a lot of thought went into what you see on the screen. It was intentional, for the first half, to have many long shots. What I was aiming at was to find a way to bring both comedy and pathos into the scenes. I think the long shots, with a tiny person in a vast landscape, are much funnier.
“The second half was also intentional,” he added. “But despite going into the shoot with a meticulous plan and storyboards, you have to look at your actor, see what kind of acting he’s doing and decide which approach would best reflect his acting.”
"Mr. Kobayashi does long, long takes,” confirmed Nakadai. “There was a lot of dialogue that I had to remember. For Japan’s Tragedy, he kept the camera on my back for 20 minutes without cutting. That was one single cut. I was shocked by that. But I was quite satisfied when I saw the finished film, and I finally understood what he was getting at.”
A foreign journalist asked about the film's unusual setting. “I’ve seen Lear done in the park, but I’ve never seen it on the beach,” he said. “Was that freeing for you?”
Chokitsu's very suitcase is reunited with Nakadai during the photocall. ©Mance Thompson
Nakadai laughed. “No, actually. The background doesn’t have much to do with the acting. Whether you’re acting on stage or on a set or on a beach on the Noto Peninsula, like this time, it doesn’t affect the acting approach. But I’m not a good swimmer. I can’t swim. So [for the final scene], we had to rehearse the night before shooting. Mr. Kobayashi had asked me, ‘Can you bear to be underwater for 10 seconds?’ I said, ‘Well, I don’t know how to swim.’ And he said, ‘We’ll have to rehearse.’ We were in an onsen town, so we went to the bath together and rehearsed." He noticed the audience tittering and stopped. "I’m sorry to crush your imagination. I apologize.”
He continued, “But I think Ms. Kuroki had the conscience to [pull me out of the water] a little faster than planned, because she was worried about me."
Kobayashi interjected, “In fact, I decided to wait more than 10 seconds. Ms. Kuroki was ready to jump into the frame but I tugged at her hand and told her to wait a few more seconds.”
Nakadai shot him a look and then laughed appreciatively. “What a cunning director you are!”
And then he leapt to his feet to instigate the photocall.
Japan Cinema Now: Living legend Tatsuya Nakadai on his new film
樋口尚文の千夜千本 第92夜「海辺のリア」（小林政広監督）
Lear on the Shore 「海辺のリア」仲代達矢、小林政広監督記者会見
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TATARA SAMURAI
Q&A guests: Director Yoshinari Nishikori and star Naoki Kobayashi
Naoki Kobayashi and Yoshinari Nishikori were all smiles on the dais. ©Koichi Mori
Writer-director Yoshinari Nishikori is a history buff. Nothing excites him like discovering little-known or forgotten facts about bygone Japan — especially those that relate to Shimane, his home prefecture — and bringing his discoveries to the big screen. Four of his films have been shot in Shimane, and his latest, the gorgeously cinematic parable Tatara Samurai, is no exception.
The director’s first jidaigeki period piece, it is set in a small village in ancient Izumo that is renowned for its steelmaking prowess. Using a secret method to forge the purest steel known to man, the blacksmiths of Tatara have become legendary. Their fame attracts warriors from across the land during the 16th-century Warring States period, lured by the promise of indomitable katana swords. But it also attracts the unwanted attentions of rival clans, and of merchants bent on procuring steel for the latest weaponry: firearms.
Gosuke (Sho Aoyagi) has been groomed from youth to become the next Murage (master blacksmith) after his father and grandfather. But he dreams of leaving home to become a samurai under Oda Nobunaga, and one day, he siezes his opportunity. On the road, he meets the merchant Yohei (Takashi Sasano), who helps him join Oda’s army. But Gosuke proves to be no soldier, and returns home resigned to his fate. When Yohei later arrives to ply guns over blades, there is little resistance from the villagers, except for Gosuke’s childhood friend Shimpei (Naoki Kobayashi), who senses the merchant’s true motives but is branded a traitor and banished. It isn’t until the Izumo lord, Shinnosuke (Akira), falls victim to the senseless violence that accompanied the armaments, that Gosuke begins to understand the true essence of the Bushido spirit.
Aoyagi at the tatara oven. ©2017 Tatara Samurai Production Partnership
Appearing for the second time at FCCJ after his 2013 Konshin (also set in Shimane and also starring Aoyagi), the irrepressible Nishikori discussed the impetus for the film: “Japanese people think they know their history, but I discovered they didn’t know the story of tatara-buki and the swords that were made in Shimane,” he said. “The tatara [smelting] technique is better at producing steel for swords than today’s state-of-the-art machines.”
The 1,300-year tradition of passing down tatara-buki through the generations had been halted after World War II, the director explained, before being resumed under the auspices of the government. In 1977, the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japanese Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords (Nittoho), built the Nittoho Tatara foundry in Shimane with Hitachi Works to provide the steel necessary for the continued production of Japanese swords. It operates only between late January and early February, but creates the purest, most refined form of steel available anywhere — attracting customers from around the world, including Stephen Spielberg, for its sought-after blades.
“Hitachi’s employees carry on this legacy,” said Nishikori, “and [tatara-buki] is still a secret technique.”
Nishikiori explains the finer points of steelmaking. ©Mance Thompson, Koichi Mori
But Nishikori wasn’t inspired to make Tatara Samurai just because he was intrigued with the ancient craft. In the production notes, he had called Tatara village “a microcosm of the unresolved problems and suffering that exists across the contemporary world today. The secretive craftsmanship of the tatara-buki and the power-wielding ability of the swords it creates is [similar to] the issues behind global oil demand today. In the film, the village is determined to use arms in order to fend off an impending attack – leading to a critical situation.”
The film’s allegorical wrapping is difficult to miss, but viewers will find themselves, first and foremost, immersed in its historical accuracies. Among its many impressive features is a fully operational Sengoku-era tatara, and there are dazzling scenes of steelmaking that feel imbued with documentary-level exactitude. Because it is crafted with such loving attention to detailed authenticity, one audience member admitted being confused about whether Tatara Samurai was or was not based on true events.
“There are almost no historical records from the Sengoku period,” explained Nishikori. “What we see of this period in films and read in novels is basically fiction. So we based the film on the supposition that this type of thing probably happened, that the people in power were trying to get their hands on the tamahagane steel [used to forge the samurai blades].
Kobayashi answered in English, and then translated himself. ©FCCJ, Mance Thompson
He continued, “The people who made this steel were very, very rich and there was a lot of abundance in the region. Through the research we did for the film, we discovered that there was a lot of international trade going on, and there were a lot of foreigners visiting this area. So that’s how we constructed the story. Because it was such a rich region and there was a lot of money, Izumo had ties to the people in power, and was under the warlords’ protection.”
Nishikori was asked about Tatara village itself, and explained that “The village is not real, [but a set]. It was all built for the film, except for the shrine, which is about 1,500 years old. We had a lot of help from the local carpenters in Izumo, the miyadaiku craftsmen who do a lot of restoration work on the Izumo Shrine [Japan’s oldest]. They have a specialized technique that allows them to build without using any nails.”
Nishikori was accompanied by one of the film’s stars, Naoki Kobayashi, a member of the Exile theatrical troupe and leader of the J-pop supergroup Sandaime J Soul Brothers. Although he’s been dancing and acting for a decade, Tatara Samurai marks Kobayashi’s film debut.
Kobayashi demonstrates his fighting skills in the penultimate batte. ©2017 Tatara Samurai Production Partnership
During the Q&A session, he immediately charmed the audience with his English skills (apparently perfected over just a single year of study) and his relaxed manner — a far cry from his stoic character in the film. Asked whether he got to use one of the state-of-the-art katana, he said, “I wanted to use a real sword, but this is a movie, right? Of course it was an imitation. But I trained with a real sword to get the sense of being a samurai.” (He then plunged amiably into the Japanese version of his response, prompting a spate of Japanese-press headlines about his “self-translation” capabilities.)
Kobayashi was asked whether his dancing had helped him prepare for his demanding role as Shimpei, the devoted friend and sparring partner of Gosuke who is banished from the village when he dares to challenge the gun merchants’ motives. “Since I’m a dancer, that experience was the best way [for me] to understand the lives of the characters,” he responded. “I like expressing myself through dancing, without any words. Acting uses words, so it’s difficult for me. But using my body is close to acting. My character’s main scenes are fighting scenes, so expressing myself using my body was easy.”
The villagers opt for modern armaments, bringing about a crisis. ©2017 Tatara Samurai Production Partnership
Another FCCJ viewer asked about the beautiful dance performed by a miko shrine maiden in the film, wondering if it had been influenced in any way by Exile style. Nishikori verified that it is one of many miko-mai that are still performed at shrines throughout Japan. This one was inspired, he said, by “Izumo no Okuni, the woman who started the kabuki tradition. She was said to have been raised in an iron-making house in Shimane and gone to Kyoto, where the tradition took root.”
While lauding the film’s authenticity, one audience member said he couldn’t help noticing an absence of blood. “It’s grounded in reality,” said Nishikori. “It was intentional to show as little blood as possible. We’re used to seeing blood spurting out as samurai are cut or split open. But in reality, that isn’t real. The blade is so sharp that the blood doesn’t spurt out [like that]. Before Kurosawa started showing blood spurting, Japanese jidaigeki weren’t like that.”
“Also,” he added, “we wanted to make a film that’s accessible to children, so the whole family could go and see it.”
Tatara Samurai was shot on 35 mm film, not on the currently preferred digital format, to better capture Shimane’s magnificent scenery and the excitement of swordfights choreographed by famed stuntman Yoshio Iizuka. While limited theaters across Japan will project it in digital 4K resolution, even in its 2K condensed form, the film has the look and epic sweep of the sumptuous cinematic feasts once served up by the major studios. That this independent production achieves such a level of artistry has already earned it international awards, including one for Best Artistic Contribution at the 2016 Montreal World Film Festival.
Izumo is the birthplace of many vaunted Japanese traditions, including kabuki, sumo (which Nishikori celebrated in his earlier film, Konshin) and even sake. Tatara Samurai has not been made to promote the prefecture, but audiences may find it impossible to resist booking a Shimane visit as soon as they’ve seen the film’s stunning visuals.
Nishikori and Kobayashi joined attendees in the bar after the screening event. ©Koichi Mori
©2017 Tatara Samurai Production Partnership
Tatara Samurai: A rare and beautiful period piece
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小林直己「真剣を使ってトレーニングした」 『たたら侍』日本外国特派員協会で記者会見
三代目JSB小林直己、侍の気持ちを得るため真剣を使って練習 「たたら侍」制作意図にも触れる
三代目JSB・小林直己、流ちょうな英語披露 映画初出演に「難しさ感じなかった」
小林直己 流暢な英語披露、自ら日本語に通訳『たたら侍』日本外国特派員協会で
EXILE小林直己、英語で回答し“セルフ通訳” 「何か恥ずかしい」と照れ笑い
Tag: Yoshinari Nishikori, Naoki Kobayashi, Sho Aoyagi, Exile, jidaigeki, samurai, Shimane
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WORDS CAN'T GO THERE
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THEY SAY NOTHING STAYS THE SAME
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1 Year, 30,000 km - On the road with FCPX Part 3 - Social Media Challenge
Written by Carsten Orlt
In the last of three parts of this detailed and informative Final Cut Pro X user story, Carsten Orlt details his social media workflow and how to find a platform and funding for your films.
If you haven't caught Carsten's first two articles, you've missed out, you can find them here:
1 Year, 30,000 km - On the road with FCPX Part 1
1 Year, 30,000 km - On the road with FCPX Part 2 - Editing
Also make sure you watch our live chat with Carsten, lots of great FCPX editing and workflow tips on the video
Social Media Challenge
After a year on the road, our main focus for the last month was to get everything ready for the launch of Visible Farmer on the 28 of August on our Facebook Page @visiblefarmer, the website visiblefarmer.com and our YouTube Channel. From now on we will release a new film every 2 weeks on all platforms for free.
My workflow proved to be working well, as I had to make a lot of short promos and social media clips and it never took long to pull the full res media after finishing the offline edits with the proxies. Building a set of compound clips to standardise graphics overlays made it quick and painless to make short clips conforming to our common branding for online posts.
Shooting 4K also helped a lot with pulling stills from the footage because we had very little time as a 2 person crew to do many PR photos.
The biggest challenge turned out to be getting our head around the social media strategy.
We are still constantly adjusting the workflow to find the most efficient way to create a consistent online presence. If you never done it, there is a lot to work through.
Finding your audience online is very exciting but also takes a lot of effort. It's certainly a job in itself and making films and promoting them yourselves stretches your capacity. There are only so many hours in a day. It will take a few more months of extra effort but then I hope we will have systems in place to make it more manageable.
One format doesn’t fit all
An interesting problem is which video formats to use on Social media. Google it and instead of answers, you end up having more questions. Ask experts, that make a living out of running Social Media campaigns, and they still can't give you a simple answer.
I now reduced my deliverables to the below. I use the H264 video codec with the settings Apple provides with Compressor for the different platforms. H265 would be nice because you could save upload data usage, but the codec isn’t fully supported by all the platforms yet. I use ‘Landscape’ and ‘Portrait’ in the below on purpose because they get used a lot by social media people.
Finished Films & normal Trailer/Teaser - longer then 1 min:
YouTube Landscape 16-9 1920x1080 / Closed Caption as SRT
Facebook Landscape: 16-9 1280x720 / Closed Caption as SRT
Short Trailer/Teaser of max 1 min.
The 2 Landscape versions from above plus:
Twitter Landscape 16-9 640x360 / Open Caption (burned in)
Facebook and Instagram Portrait 4-5 720x900 / Closed Caption as SRT
Facebook and Instagram Portrait 9-16 720x1280 / Closed Caption as SRT (mainly for FB and Insta stories)
Instagram Square 1-1 1080x1080 / Open Caption (burned in)
Facebook Video Banner
Stills & GIF:
Square 1080x1080
Landscape 1200x628
I am still trying to work out which format(s) is best for trailer/teaser and when to use it. Again you will not receive simple answers to which aspect ratio has what effect, or better gets more eyeballs, which is really what you want.
You also have to think about how to use graphics to make your content pop and memorable. It would be great if we could hire designers to help, but for now, we will experiment in the coming month and hopefully have a better idea in the future.
To fit our opener into the different aspect ratios, I made versions in Motion in all aspect ratios based on the max resolution for that aspect ratio. To adjust our content to the different aspect ratios I use Final Cut's ‘fill' spatial conform feature.
You might have to adjust placement via the X position to make a shot work. You can also animate the framing by keyframing the X position of the clip. Again 4K makes it possible to zoom in if necessary.
Above I listed which kind of caption to add to the different versions.
I think this is now a requirement for any video on the internet that contains spoken words.
You have to have either ‘closed captions’ via attached SRT file, or what people call ‘open captions’, which are burned in captions, supplied with it.
By supplying captions you not only support your hearing-impaired audience, but I think it's also needed because most people watch content on mobile devices with the sound turned off.
They may turn the sound on if they like what they're seeing, but if your content is based on spoken words they may never get interested when they can't understand what's going on because you have no captions.
The SRT caption format is the only standard supported by both Facebook and YouTube. SRT doesn't allow for much formatting, but at least it is universally supported and therefore a good starting point for including captions on your films.
My workflow to achieve a quick turnaround for captions on the finished films starts, using the interview role I setup on import, by exporting an audio-only file of the interview role.
Tip: if you want to include some of the on-camera spoken audio, just select the interview role for these audio parts as well (because the project roles are independent of the clip roles in the browser, you will not override the role settings of your original clip).
This file I then transcribe in Speedscriber. I have looked at other AI-driven transcription services, but in my opinion, none of these offer the ease of use that Speedscriber provides. No AI-driven transcription is perfect, you will always have to correct mistakes, and here is where the real difference between services starts.
Speedscriber's desktop software makes it a breeze to go through any transcript and correct what's wrong or missing. Especially the keyboard commands are so well laid out, that it really couldn't be easier.
After I'm finished in Speedscriber, I export an SRT file and import this file into Final Cut as caption. Here is one area where I think Speedscriber can be improved because it doesn't allow you to manually set the margins for your captions on export.
As I understand it uses a 4-3 safe margin which is great for TV, but I think not that good for online distribution. I think the 4-3 safe margin produces too many 2 line caption blocks which on a small screen distract a lot from the image. I already spoke to Martin, the developer of Speedscriber, and I think it hopefully will be implemented in the future.
At the other extreme, you shouldn't use the full width of the image either, because captions get harder to read that way. I use what Andreas from Spherico suggests, and that is to have a maximum margin of 80% width.
Once the captions are in the project I adjust them to what we think is the best fit. This can be by only removing line breaks or by adjusting the different blocks to make a sentence easier to read.
The brilliant way Final Cut integrates captions into the project timeline is a testament to how well the magnetic timeline concept was designed from the beginning.
It's all about how elements are connected that is important, not where they sit in time. Time is only really relevant for the total film.
After I'm happy with the placement of the captions, I export a SRT file from Final Cut which is the file I attach in Facebook and YouTube to the video.
To get my open (or burned in) captions I open this SRT file in Spherico's nifty little donation software called ‘X-Title Import'. This software converts the SRT into titles and creates an XML file that you can import into Final Cut.
Alternatively, you can of course use the ‘burn-in captions' option in the export dialogue of Final Cut, but the look of the captions is very old computer style and I think pretty ugly. Good for review purposes but not for primetime. X-Title Import allows for quite a few options on how your final titles/captions will look. It's well worth a donation to Spherico!
Finding a platform for our films
When it came to deciding which Social Media platform we would mainly focus on, we only really had 2 choices. It was either Facebook or Youtube. Vimeo is not mainstream enough to create a reach beyond an already existing audience you might have. If you want your films to be discovered you need to be on Facebook or Youtube.
After our initial research, we decided our main focus will be Facebook because this is where our primary audience, people in the rural regions, spent most of their time. We also publish on Youtube to be able to use it as a host to embed the content on our project website, but money spent on advertising the web-series will focus on growing our audience on Facebook.
Very important for the success as a filmmaker in online media is that you open up to the community, whether they are connected to the subject of your film(s), or connected to you as a person and/or profession.
I think one of the main attractions of the internet is that people can get directly involved with the maker of a product, be that a physical product or media. This creates a new challenge for you the ‘behind the camera' person. We as filmmakers like to tell the story of the people in front of the camera, not so much the story of the person behind it.
We are still figuring out what this means in practical terms for how we present ourselves in the online space. We do not want to create the ‘Carsten and Gisela Show,' but know we have to be part of the story somehow.
Which leads finally to the million-dollar question: How do you monetise content in the online world?
2 big hurdles need to be tackled: Firstly, nobody wants to pay for online content on Social Media. So if nobody pays for the content on Social Media directly, you can only make money online through the ads that are placed around your content.
But for this to work you need to have really significant viewer numbers. And I mean r e a l l y significant. Youtube can pay so little per view that you need a million or so to be able to pay your Mortage and feed your family (for fun here is a calculator to give you an idea).
In the old broadcast world you ‘only' had to persuade a commissioning editor, or two, to buy/finance your film, the broadcaster took care of finding the audience. In the online world, you have to do everything yourself. Great opportunities for niche content but also a huge added burden on the filmmaker.
Here in Australia, apart from the fantastic support film funding bodies like Screen Australia and Screen West provide for filmmakers that want to establish themselves in the online space, the one possibility to secure funding we are exploring with Visible Farmer is the space of ‘Social Change'.
We are not trying to get funded per view but by organisations, whether they are government bodies, industry (in our case agricultural) bodies or private companies that work in agriculture.
We are not only creating the initial content of short documentaries, but are already starting the outreach campaign to enable that our films could be used by organisations, in schools, in local communities, etc., to hopefully promote gender equality in the agricultural sector and encourage young people to increasingly seek a career in farming. This will hopefully attract philanthropic and/or corporate support.
Additionally, we have here in Australia a great organisation called Documentary Australia Foundation that allows a film project, given it meets certain requirements, to gain a tax-deductible status, which opens the door to private donors.
Other platforms allow you to set up private/crowdfunding, but these always rely on benefits provided by you to the donor. Problem here is that if you don't have money to make the film, you sure don't have money to give away T-shirts or the like. This is of course overly simplified but illustrates the problem you're facing.
No matter how you end up funding your project, the same as farmers these days have to diversify to make themselves more resilient against changing conditions, we as storytellers have to ‘value add' to our ‘product' to open up new avenues of funding.
The key skill we as filmmakers have to learn for this is marketing. Or if you don't want, or can't do all of this yourself, you have to start collaborating with, or hiring, people that are experienced in this area.
That's exactly what we have started to do now. It's a balancing act because of the lack of funding upfront, but I seriously believe if we do not try our best to get a solid working base from the beginning, we will have no chance to get our voices heard in the busy online space.
What we’ve learned on the road
As amazing the journey has been so far, there are a few issues you don't experience in a temperature-controlled office.
Apart from the difficulties a human goes through when working in 40C heat, the MacBook Pro doesn't like excessive heat. Processing power diminishes quickly in temperatures above 35C because the MacBook slows down the CPU to prevent overheating. And when it doesn't get colder than 32 at night you can't even wait for the cooler night temperatures to do the heavy lifting.
Secondly to make a project for online distribution you have to have access to the internet. We travelled through Western Australia which is Australia's largest state (roughly the size of a third of the US) but it only has a population of 2.6 million. No customers means that Telcos don't build many mobile towers outside of towns. No mobile means no internet. And if you get reception it is often slow and bugged by dropouts. You certainly learn to be patient in outback Australia.
But all those difficulties are quickly forgotten when you remember the amazing times we spent in remote Australia.
The biggest discovery on this trip wasn't that the workflow and all technical bits worked out fine.
We have reached a technical age where you need very little to produce high-quality films.
What stood out were the inspiring farming women and their families we met. The hospitality and support we received everywhere was amazing and I urge everybody to get out of the city and smell the bush. Not only is it important to get some fresh air now and then (hello fellow editors), but you experience the friendliest people you can imagine. I hope the films we made (and are still making) will do this justice, because the farming community needs every support they can get.
Getting lost in all the details of our professions, we sometimes forget that the stories we tell are the most important part of what we do. Without a story the best image or the best edit is meaningless.
And with the challenges we face with climate change there is no bigger story than agriculture right now because as Ketut Bassett, an organic farmer we filmed in Carnarvon, Western Australia, said:
[10:19:42] Because first of all everybody has to eat, you know. [10:19:47] It doesn't matter what your position in life, doesn't matter how much your wealth or what you don't have, [10:19:53] you need to eat. [10:19:54] And agriculture is part of living.
A huge thank you again to Carsten and Gisela for sharing with us their story, workflow, tips and of course enthusiasm for filmmaking.
Please leave a message below or better still, comment, like and subscribe on the Visible Farmer YouTube channel. It will really help.
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Why I Became an Engineer
Some years ago my son was tasked with a high school assignment to build a circuit to re-encode a bank of switches. The teacher expected a simple diode-based design, but I suggested tossing an embedded computer in, so if the problem changed the solution would be trivial. Also, of course, the thought of tweaking the instructor was appealing. When Graham got the thing working, the flash of excitement in his eye was a tremendous reward. He built the project, he wrote a little code. And it worked.
That's exactly why I became an engineer.
Engineering is the art of solving problems. "In order to make a machine that does X, I have to figure out how to design some hardware and firmware that does Y." Puzzling out these solutions is both an intellectual challenge and a game. Am I smart enough to do this? What will I have to invent?
Problem solving is its own reward. But it's not enough, for me at least. I want to make something that works. Not push paper, not write proposals, not document someone else's creation, though all of those tasks are an inescapable and wearisome part of this profession. But I want the thrill of seeing the motor turn, the LEDs blink, or a message marqueeing across the display. No doubt that "I made that work" satisfaction is rooted somewhere in the same brain center that rewards gamblers and addicts.
A lot of developers work on large projects that take years of effort. More power to them, but I could never do that. I want to see something work, relatively soon. Invent solutions, see them implemented, and move on to the next project. You can have those big government projects that consume entire careers; the thought of being caught in that mill horrifies me. Thankfully others are more patient and will see these efforts through.
I sort of fell into the embedded space as it didn't exist in the late 60s when I was in high school. An obsessive interest in electronics morphed into ham radio, but the important thing to me was always building something. First, learn the material, absolutely. But do start with just an infancy of knowledge and build a small project to get feedback, for fun, and to get a visceral learning that does not come from books.
Later I learned about programming (rather, became consumed with it), and when the first microprocessors came out was accidentally and fortuitously positioned with the right skills and interests.
To me, embedded is the best of all engineering fields. One person can design circuits. Write code. Often figure out the science, or at least its application. And then make something that works.
In the olden days some companies didn't let engineers work on the hardware. Technicians soldered, scoped and instrumented under the direction of an engineer. Screw that - half the fun is working with the hardware! The irony now is that hardware can be so hard to manipulate - I have a sub-inch-square chip on my desk with 1500 balls on it - that the required special equipment becomes a barrier to that intimate physical manipulation of a circuit that can be so satisfying. If that sounds like some sort of foreplay, well, perhaps there is a connection between those two parts of the brain, too.
What about you? Why did you become an engineer?
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Spain History: more books (100)
The History of Spain (The Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations) by Peter Pierson, 2008-10-30
Jews of Spain: A History of the Sephardic Experience by Jane S. Gerber, 1994-01-31
A Concise History of Spain (Cambridge Concise Histories) by William D. Phillips Jr, Carla Rahn Phillips, 2010-08-16
The Story of Spain: The Dramatic History of Europe's Most Fascinating Country by Mark R. Williams, 2009-08-01
A short history of Spain by Mary Platt Parmele, 2010-08-13
A History of Medieval Spain by Joseph O'Callaghan, 1983-08
Spain: A History
Spain, a History in Art by Bradley Smith, 1971-08
Imperial Spain: 1469-1716 by J. H. Elliott, 2002-09-24
A History of Spain (Palgrave Essential Histories) by Simon Barton, 2009-08-15
Spain at the Dawn of History: Iberians, Phoenicians and Greeks (Ancient Peoples and Places) by Richard J. Harrison, 1988-11
Florentine Codex: General History of the Things of New Spain. Book 2--The Ceremonies (Florentine Codex; A General History of the Things of New Spain) by Arthur J. O. Anderson, 1981-04-03
The History of the Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo
The history of Spain, from the earliest period to the close of the year 1809 .. by John Bigland, 2010-08-29
Costa Care
Disabled Equipment and Services for the Costas of spain.
http://www.costacare.com/
Bangkok And Ibiza
Photographs and information about Bangkok, Thailand and Ibiza, spain.
http://www.bangkok-private.com
Spain Concert Tickets
Tickets for events and concerts.
http://www.spain-concert-tickets.com/
Map Of Spain
1982 political map, 1291x1072 pixels in size. (220K)
http://www.lib.utexas.edu/maps/europe/spain.jpg
Spain Adventures
Carefully crafted itineraries featuring destination oriented off the beaten path routes including luxury hotel accommodations and Spanish cuisine.
http://www.spainadventures.com
Birdwatching In Southern Spain
When and where to go birding in Andalucia.
http://www.arrakis.es/~pvm/
Spanish To English Translation Service
A translation service based in spain, using experienced English mother tongue translators. Specialise in translating from Spanish and Catalan into English.
http://dragon-communications.com/
Hostal Amberes - Madrid - Spain
42 rooms in the centre of Madrid. Views of Gran Va, Plaza de Espa±a and Plaza del Callao. Check availability online, pages are in English, Spanish, German, French and Japenese.
http://www.h-amberes.com/
Spanish Language School In Toro/Spain
Studying Spanish in a small school in a historical town in spain. Small classes (max. 5 students). For beginners to advanced learners; D.E.L.E. Diploma courses. Accentfree Spanish is spoken.
http://www.tolingua.com
Golf Holidays In Spain
Site provides information on golf packages to spain.
http://www.golfandspain.com/
Stamps Of Spain
Spanish philatelic collections.
http://www.stamps-spain.com/seals1.htm
Hidden Spain SL
Property sales in the Axarquia region of eastern Malaga. Site includes photos and details of properties, location information, enquiry form.
http://www.hiddenspainsl.com
Various locations in spain.
http://www.spain-carhire.com
Suffolk University Madrid Spain Campus
Study abroad a semester or year at Suffolk University Madrid spain Campus. A fully accredited American University.
http://www.suffolk.es/
Consulate Of Spain In New York
Information about the consulate and its services.
http://www.spainconsul-ny.org/
Experience Spain
Holiday rentals in many areas along the Costa del Sol and inland. Site includes details, photos and prices of properties, online booking form.
http://www.expspain.com/
Freelance Spain
Online resource for editors and journalists, including directory of English speaking journalists and photographers based in spain or specializing in Spanish subjects.
http://www.spainview.com/
Spain - Scouts On Stamps
Postal issues depicting scouting.
http://scoutingmuseum.com/spain.htm
Riding Holidays In Spain
Offers horse riding holidays or just a couple of hours trekking out. Marchenilla, Cadiz.
http://www.ridingholidaysinspain.com/riding
Week long holidays near Seville in Andalucia, spain. Moorish and North African cuisine. Training with professional chefs in relaxed setting. Visit markets, sherry bodegas, and organic olive farms.
http://www.patanegra.net
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Headline News:
The wind resource in the Great Plains states is so extraordinary that some wind energy professionals call the region the “Saudi Arabia of wind.” Texas alone could provide sufficient electric power for the needs of the entire country, but the largest loads are on the East Coast, and transmission system upgrades are needed to move the power. [CleanTechnica]
If India proceeds to build all proposed coal-fired power plants, the country may face a quarter million deaths every single year, according to the latest report from India-based Conservation Action Trust and Urban Emissions. A year ago, they found the death toll from coal emissions had already reached 80,000-115,000 per year. [Energy Collective]
The UK’s renewable power produced by wind farms, solar panels, biomass plants and other green technologies prevented the release of nearly 38 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions last year, an additional 10 million tonne saving from 2012. Nearly a third of the amount was saved in Scotland. [Business Green]
The US DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory is providing critical support to two new microgrid projects coordinated by the Electric Power Research Institute and GE. NREL will test microgrid controllers developed by EPRI and GE using its megawatt-scale power hardware-in-the-loop capability. [Solar Novus Today]
Exelon says the EPA was “well within” its legal authority to require existing plants to reduce carbon dioxide emissions 30% from 2005 levels by 2030. An Exelon senior vice president said the Clean Power Plan was “legally and scientifically required.” She also called for more credit for nuclear plants. [Environment & Energy Publishing]
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Master of manipulation
Master Chief Drahos(MMMC) was quite a guy and knew how people worked far to well. One day while on patrol he played the ego of one of our fellow M-div'ers MM2 Mark Buthcer. While back at the M-div work bench, the chief wanted to see how tough Mark was. He finally convinced Mark to put his thumbs in the bench vise and he started to tighten. Oh Mark was tough and he took more and a little more yet. Finally the vise was tight enough so Mark could not get his hands out. We all walked away and I don't know how Mark escaped. "Slide" Siggins
Those Damn R-12's.
Freon and carbon apparently don't mix. We suspected the constant re-charging of the R12's and the daily re-brushing of the port and stbd 300kW MG sets were related. Did the flange-heads give a damn? - apparently not! We headed to sea for almost two weeks (I believe it was 1978) with what seemed like a West Pac loadout of brushes for those stupid MG sets. We spent most of the two weeks in a half power lineup on one side or the other, while the entire e-div was on port & stbd watches and port & stbd re-brushing. Mongo, Spike, Red-Band Joe, Sofie, Mac and a few others got REALLY PROFICIENT at re-brushing. We got even better cleaning that f*&$^% carbon out of our clothes and skin.
EM1(SS) MIchael R. Boutcher Lighter of Lights, Turner of Shafts :
I am on a roll now! I hope I don't have nightmares about the "Navy" days now. HA!!
The one thing I remember about Oltraver was his favorite saying:
"Let's go Kill Commies for Christ!!" (what a wild man)
I have another story to tell that might be long and drawn out. I will try to keep it to a Readers Digest minimum:
During the Mare Island Shipyard overhaul of 1983-1985, I came on board from the USS Haddock SSN-621 (imagine how dyslectic I have been since) in 1984. I already knew of one Rick "Schmeitz" Kluve before I came on board because of our time at Prototype. He had gained a reputation as one of the "cheapest" people on earth. He made Jack Benny look extravagant. I will tell of only a couple of his "cheap events" for time's sake:
1. On several occasions on the barge he was found to pick up "warm laying around" coke cans that were half full and take them over to the ice machine and stuff ice into the cans and drink them. (too cheap to buy his own)
2. One time he was lurking around the "gedunk" area and noticed a fellow sailor throwing away a sandwich that he bought on board our barge. Apparently the sandwich was bad because the mayonnaise had spoiled. Being the "Schmeitz" that he was, he lifted the sandwich out of the garbage can and promptly took it back to our "gedunk" mess (all wrapped up) and demanded his money back because it was spoiled. How did I find out about this - you ask?? Well Schmeitz was so cheap (and proud of it) that he would tell of his victories to everyone.
3. He was also spotted taking old donuts out of the garbage that normal people wouldn't eat (because they were hard) and put them in the microwave, heat them up, and eat them.
4. His latest accomplishment of "Schmeitz-ness" is going to be the reunion. He informed me that he was going to bring a tent and sleep in Golden Gate Park during the reunion because "that was free".I feel as though we had better watch him at the reunion because he is likely to pocket as much food as possible to feed himself for the rest of the year. HA!! PS: By the way - Rick is quite well off and has been working at Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant since getting out of the Navy in 1986. -EM1 Billy "Whitelegs" Foley
As for those brass fittings, there was one trip when they sent us out of San Diego with a load of practice torpedoes that had the pendulum pins installed, but without the replacement pins to let us fire them! I was taken off the watchbill to make them on the lathe, but they were never used. The Derrier of that ship swung worse than a bustle on a Maytag once she got above a 1/3 bell, and getting clean threads cut, much less a straight shaft, was next to impossible as we were carreening around the ocean playing tag with the rest of the fleet. Good training, I guess, but I invented a few new nautical terms. -MMC Claude "CC" Canterbury
Guardfish Sea Story
On the way to Hawaii, after commissioning, we had quite an "eventful" trip and made some lasting impressions on ComSubPac. I probably made the most lasting one in San Juan, but I will let someone else tell that one. :)
We stopped for a few days in San Francisco for liberty and of course spent a lot of time at the "old" Horse and Cow! The "High Point" of my career, I got to meet "Snorkel Patty"! My good friend MM1(SS) Tom Tulk, who had been selected for Chief and was just waiting for his date to put on the "hat" seemed to oversleep somewhere and missed ships movement! Later that day, after we had been underway for quite some time, the CO got a message that went something like this; from: MM1(SS) Tulk, to: CO USS Guardfish (SSN)612......... "enroute Bremerton Washington, incognito" The QM's kept two tracks after that, one for the boat and one for Tulk, overland!
Tom met us at the "Club" when we got to Bremerton but he soon departed for the boat and didn't go anywhere else until we got to Pearl! He did still get to put on the "hat" and everyone was glad of that! People still had a sense of humor back then!! -LT Eldon Peck
"Drowning" in San Juan
There was a rum distillery across the harbor from where we were tied up in San Juan. A bunch of the guys decided to go over on a ferry for the tour because, as we all know, these tours end up as a free drunk. Well, the mission was a success; every one got their fill. On the way back, Eldon decided that he needed to go for a swim, so he jumped off the ferry into the water. I guess nobody saw him come up so they all thought that Eldon was a goner.
They had all kinds of boats and divers searching for Eldon, all to no avail. If I remember correctly, they might even have been dragging the harbor for his body. Finally, people started going back to the boat and guess who was sound asleep in his bunk, totally unaware of all the commotion he had caused, E L D O N. Then, we were asked to leave San Juan.-MM2 Dennis LaHines
Eldon's side of the "Drowning" story
OK,,,,,here it is,,,,,,you do have it close, but here is the "NO SHIT" version!
The first part about the distillery was right, but we started out at the Black Angus then went to the distillery then started bar hopping in dirt floored, local bars. At one point about five of us were in a old, maybe 53 or 54 chevy taxi and locals were cheering us as we left a bar and someone, I think maybe Preston, got his wrist watch pulled off! Any way, we got to the ferry boat landing and it was going to be awhile till the ferry got there so we went in another bar at the landing. It is no secret that we were all shit faced by this time but Tom Tulk and I got into an argument and maybe exchanged a couple hands (not sure about that). So I got mad and left, I thought they all hated me! Well, they didn't want me to get hurt, in my condition, so they came out of the bar after me! In my condition, I thought they were all going to beat my ass, so I ran down the Ferryboat pier right off the end of it into the water! Tulk was afraid I would drown, as the Ferry was pulling in at this time, so he jumped in to save me. Well, I still thought he wanted to kick my ass so I hid behind a piling with backwash all around from the ferry pulling in. I got scared so I swam down the beach and crawled up into some weeds and passed out. I woke up in the morning and made my way back to the Boat, with soggy wallet, money, etc. When I came aboard, the topside watch looked like he had seen a ghost and told me I better get down to the wardroom, a lot of people were looking for me! I did and he was right, the wardroom was full, and Capt. Hines told me to get to bed, he would talk to me later! When I next saw Tulk I thought SURE he was going to kill me! About having to leave early,,,,I don't know. I know the CO talked to me when we were underway to San Diego and said if I volunteered to stay aboard in San Diego, that would be the end of it. I said, "I didn't want to go
anywhere in San Diego sir,I would be glad to stay aboard! That was the end of it,,,,,,thank God!
-LT Eldon Peck
Guardfish On the Rocks
Yes, I can tell you what it was like during the grounding of the Guardfish....it was a nightmare!!!
My maneuvering watch station was in the diesel generator room; as you know, almost on the bottom and near the bow of the boat! I don't know what speed we were making for our approach to Papa Hotel but there was some trouble up in control getting the hatch open to man the bridge. All of a sudden there was the most terrible screeching and tearing sounds I had ever heard. The boat shuddered and bounced, then the noise subsided and we started to heel over to port, it seemed like it would never stop. For a few seconds I thought we were going to roll over! I was really scared but training took over and I started checking hull fittings and equipment to see if there was any damage or if we were taking on any water. Everything checked out OK and I reported to Control. Then I remember just listening as the CO and maneuvering kept talking back and forth as they tried to back down off the reef. I think maneuvering was afraid for the "plant" but the Captain wanted Guardfish OFF THAT REEF! I remember an order something like, "Keep that astern bell on until I tell you to take it off"! We blew main ballast tanks to try to raise the boat in the water and everything else the Captain could think of but nothing worked,,,,,we were stuck! The rest is history, we spent Christmas eve and Christmas day out there and they got us free about noon the day after Christmas, but not before a bomb scare when divers found an old bomb just astern of us. It turned out to be a practice bomb full of sand and the tow went off as scheduled at high tide. When we got in and tied up I was really embarrassed because not only was my Wife Marsha there to meet me but my Dad had come out from Ohio to visit and he was an old great lakes sailor. He always stressed to me how important it was to know your waters and keep your boat out of trouble! All I could say was "I don't drive the boat Dad"! We were all very tired but very happy to be home!
- LT Eldon Peck
Another viewpoint on the grounding...
We were all at our maneuvering stations as Eldon stated. Mine just happened to be helmsman/lookout. Captain Hines was the first man up the sail and I was right behind him. We had just set up communications with the control room. I don,t know if we had taken the con at the moment. I had my safety harness on and was snapped in the cockpit but I was working out on the sail planes trying to get the safety lines rigged. All of a sudden, I was hugging the sail for dear life. I bet I left finger nail marks there forever. No matter what the Captain tried, we could not get free. We were pounding on that reef really hard. We had a constant 30 degree list and every time we rose up a bit, we would slam down again on the reef. Finally we vented the ballast tanks trying to settle down and relieve the pounding as much as possible. The worst part of the whole thing, after the situation stabilized, was the fact that we were within sight of the Air Force base right next to Pearl Harbor. We all could see our wives and family members on land through binoculars. It was one hell of a way to spend Christmas. The day after Christmas, we were pulled off the reef by two fleet tugs and an ASR and towed into port. We got liberty that day and had to report back early the next day to move to the dry dock. The damage was not as bad as everyone feared. We got a nice stay in the dry dock for a while and then went on our first WestPac cruise.-MM2 Dennis LaHines
The Official Story of Guardfish on the Rocks
SUBMARINE SAFETY NOTE DATED 28 OCTOBER 1968
Submarine Grounding
Brief: Submarine goes aground while entering port.
What Happened? A submarine was returning to homeport at night after deployment. Upon surfacing it was found that the bridge hatch was stuck shut. One of the two periscopes was inoperative. The OOD and navigator shared the remaining periscope to conn the ship and navigate. The maneuvering watch was fully manned with the exception of bridge watchstanders. Visibility was not a problem. An apparent gyro error of 8.7ø with the operative periscope was being used. Thirty nine minutes after surfacing the ship had approached within 2 miles of the harbor entrance point and had ordered all stop from speed 12 knots. Navigational fixes obtained indicated that the ship would pass landward of the harbor entrance point but not to landward of the harbor entrance buoys. Forty eight minutes after surfacing the bridge hatch was successfully opened. The ship had advanced 2750 yards from the point of the all stop bell and was well to the right of the harbor entrance range having crossed the range from west to east. Thirteen minutes after the bridge hatch was opened the ship was ordered ahead 1/3 and then 2/3 to make the turn to enter the channel. The Commanding Officer went to the bridge with a lookout and a quartermaster. The lookout was busy rigging for entering port; the quartermaster was trying to call the signal tower by flashing light. About this time the Commanding Officer assumed the duties of OOD from OOD in the attack center. Neither had the channel entrance buoys in sight although the buoys were on the port bow at a range of about 1000 yards.
Navigational fixes obtained were open to question because of gyro transmission errors in the operative periscope and the poor bearing spread of available navigational aids. A course to enter the channel between the channel entrance buoys was recommended by the acting assistant navigator, an experienced QM1. This course was essentially concurred in by the navigator, however the recommendation was not sent to the bridge.
The two channel range lights and a buoy pair (5 and 6) with the same light characteristics as the entrance buoys (1 and 2) occupied the attention of the navigator and the Commanding Officer (OOD). The stage was set. As buoys 1 and 2 slid unobserved down the port side the submarine went aground.
Comments/Lessons learned:
A missing locking key for the periscope bearing transmitter, a stuck bridge hatch, one inoperative periscope - none of these directly caused the grounding. When the additional factors of haste, pre-occupation with details rather than keeping the big picture, inadequate communication between the navigator and the bridge and inadequate preparations are added, a casualty is in the making.
The sea merely lies in wait for the innocent but it stalks the unwary.
-EM1 Herb Edmonds
Seems that as we were headed for Pascagoula, Mississippi..."The Magical" Marvin L. Coon (nuke type) was getting a little worried about using his real name in the shipyard, and the locals might not take so kindly to us yelling "COON" all around the shipyard and town... and this was the DEEP South in the 60's ..... so.....when someone from the shipyard says, "Well, son, who are you?" he quickly replied, "Well sir, I'm Alden Q. Farquar the 3rd." And so it stuck, and even had his I.D. tag made up with that name. And this is no shit.
-ETN2 Richard "Twig" Armstrong
During the 1979 Westpac trip, I was not only the M-Div Chief, but also the Periscope Photographer. We somehow managed to get liberty in Thailand that trip. They sent us to Sadahip (sp?), which was a complete seaport for off-loading cargo vessels and tankers, built by the US during Vietnam, and afterwards turned over to the Thais. On the run in, after taking a complete periscope-camera panorama survey of the harbor, I took the camera topside to shoot anything I liked. When I got on the bridge, I heard artillery fire, lots of it, and I could see a thick pall of greasy smoke and some fire in the palms ahead of us. Oh great, we're having liberty in a combat zone! The closer we got, the louder the noise of the cannons and the more we could see and smell the smoke! Needless to say, it didn't seem like the kind of place you would take a nuclear submarine! All was well, however, as the Thai's were only burning brush in the Coconut groves, and the Thai Army was just having artillery practice in the hills beyond the groves. Thailand is a nifty place. Some of the crew went to Bangkok, and some of us went to a world famous resort town, Padia Beach.
I had very little money by the time we got to Sadahip, but I had a two inch TV set. At night I would take it over the brow and set it up on a bollard. The Asian Games was on every night. It was kind of an Asian Olympics. Pretty soon Thai sailors would show up. I guess they didn't have TV wherever they were billeted. When the kick boxing competition started, I would take out a Bot (a
large Thai penny), put it next to the TV, and point to one of the boxers and then to myself. Then I pointed to one of the sailors and to the TV and shrug my shoulders. It didn't take long for the Thai's to figure out what I was doing, and soon one of the Thais would put a Bot on the bollard and point to the other boxer. We kept that up for a couple of hours. I remember there were over twenty Thai sailors crowded around that little two inch screen, and they were having a great time.
-MMC Claude "CC" Canterbury
I remember with fond and somewhat bleary memory the shakedown cruise. I read through the stories and can say without hesitation that I think most of them were true.
I do remember that we were asked to leave San Juan ahead of time. I'm relatively sure the trouble was not our fault. Obviously it must have been some surface crew that caused all the problems. Of course, there was that taxi ride and the upstairs bar/dancehall in Old San Juan. Seems like there was something about a John Deere tractor picture and first love, but that's another story.
Then there was the Panama Canal. To this day, I have never experienced worse coffee than we had during that maneuvering watch. To this day I still use sugar in my coffee. While we were passing through the canal we got the word that we were "persona non grata" in Panama City. The word was no nuclear subs, but I still think they got a phone call from San Juan.
Snorkel Patty was a really nice person. She was very friendly to all us sailors. I only wish I could have gotten to know her better (but the line was too long).
How come there are no stories about Bremerton? The fishing was great and I think we had a good time in Bremerton and Seattle. I got to go back several years later with another sub, but by them they seemed to have closed down the good bars and passed enough laws that it wasn't all that much fun any more.
Of all the subs I have been on and the experiences of a lifetime since then,I still remember the shakedown cruise. I still don't understand why people made such a big thing about a few guys trying to have a little fun. Paul Marlin
THE GUARDFISH USED AND ABUSED REPORT
We were underway on WestPac and this RM named Jim Herrera and I got an idea for a ship's newpaper. We called it the USS Guardfish "Used and Abused Report". We got the CO's and XO's permission to use the boat's Xerox(R) supplies to reproduce it and filled it with all kinds of bs. One of the segments was a "Man on the Street" question. We would think up a typical question and ask various shipmates their opinions, promising to not reveal their name, only their rate/rank (E-5, O-3, E-2, etc.) Well, things went along pretty well for about 6 issues with questions like "What do you think of us shooting down the Libyan jets?" and "What do you think the US should do to Iran?" and so forth till we got the "brilliant" idea to ask "What do you think of field days followed by Zone Inspections?" The responses were all negative from the lowest seaman all the way to the Navigator and the Engineer. Most thought they were probably necessary but not on a weekly basis as we were doing them. The CO (Cdr. Ray "Ravin' " Vaughn got PISSED!!!! (Duh) He called a meeting of all Petty Officers and Officers and reamed our asses but good. Said he could understand the seaman's viewpoint, but "To have my fu__ing NAVIGATOR and ENGINEER to say that these are overused and unnecessary?!?!! That really frosts my balls!" (Jim and I hadn't really given any thought to just how few O-4s there were on board). He ranted and raved for close to 30 or 45 minutes while we all squirmed and wished he would just shut up so we could hit the rack. Oh, no, my friends. We had a full out, balls to the wall, all ahead flank 12 HOUR field day, followed by the Zone Inspection from Hell.And that was the last issue of the USS Guardfish Used and Abused Report. Larry Holmes
Just two accounts of Capt. D.A. Oltraver,
I was just a second class Aganger at the time and while Snorkling in port the engine had a major causualty. Two scored cylinders and four melted pistons. The Skipper came to crews mess whirling a very large heat exchanger gasket and said to me..... "the only thing that ever kept me in port was this gasket". We said the engine would be rebuilt in a week and it was. Very good thing I suppose...what would he had done if not.
The second thing which proved that he was the "Fearless Leader" was this. We were conducting weapons exercises, in a place of undisclosed location, and had lauched a practice weapon. As the Torpedo retriever went to recovery the weapon, we had a surprise. A ship of "not so friendly" origin was making way to intercept our exercise fish. Capt. Oltraver was not about to submitt to this and ordered a real fish loaded and trained on the "bad guys". We positioned ourselves so as to protect the exercise fish for the retriever, ever ready for the "bad guys" to make a move. This was the most excitement thing one could have ever expected and he gained the crews utmost respect for which he deserved. God Bless his Soul !!!! A real sea story. Chris Borris
This is a picture of the Guardfish in the yards after the reef encounter. I missed that patrol by two days, so spent the time getting to know the area and the local Wild Life. When the ship returned, I reported aboard very happy and ready to learn! I was told to report "At 08:00 hrs sharp" by the ship YN, and "not to be late!" Who could be late for their first tour of duty? Well I showed up at 07:30 hrs the next morning. Much to my surprise the ship about 50 feet from the pier and heading out to sea! Or at least I thought so. All I could think of was that I had missed ships movement! Court-Martial and prison! My first ship and I missed it! What to do? Ilooked around and saw an officer, went up to him and on the verge of crying,saluted him and stated in quivering voice "I would like to report I havemissed ships movement - SIR". Well he looked around and asked what ship - I told him and he directed me to the back of a pickup truck. It already had four or five people in the back. The jail truck is all I could think of.Off to prison! Anyway it left and took forever to get to the dry dock andthere was the Guardfish! The officer, who was the weapons officer I believe, told me to report to ships office. What a day that was! Stan ICFN(SU)
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All Out Marine wants to reconnect with customers
Open house planned for this weekend
By NICHOLAS DETTMANN - Daily News
All Out Marine, 6638 Nickel Lane, Allenton, will have a grand opening celebration Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the store.
Nicholas Dettmann/Daily News
ALLENTON � At the top of All Out Marine�s website, it says �Going ALL OUT for our customers.�
They aren�t kidding.
�I want to know their dog�s name,� said Jeff Katzer, sales and service manager for All Marine Marine.
The business, 6638 Nickel Lane, Allenton, will specialize in boat sales and repair, but also fishing equipment.
�We�re trying to get back to family,� Katzer said. �Everything is so commercialized. We�re trying to go back a couple of steps and be a family-oriented place.�
The business is co-owned by Jack and Tracey Kuglitsch, who also own Hubertus Car Care in Hubertus. They�ve owned that business for 15 years.
�We wanted to do something a little different,� Tracey said.
Jack and Katzer have been friends for more than 20 years. They are avid hunters and fishermen and love the outdoors.
Several years ago, Katzer moved to North Dakota and was a full-time fishing guide. He was also a successful boat salesman.
About three years ago, Katzer moved back to Wisconsin. One day, he and Jack were talking and the next thing they knew they had an idea to open a marine shop. They wanted to give customers an experience at a store.
�We want to pass on more of a family excitement, hype atmosphere when getting a boat,� Tracey said.
What Katzer and Jack also came up with was a desire to have the best showroom possible.
�We built what we believe is the largest Nitro and Tracker dealership in Wisconsin,� Katzer said. �I have over 10,000 square feet of space.
�Every day is a boat show. We have over 20 rigs on the showroom floor.�
Tracey said a showroom of that size is important.
�A bigger showroom, more to look at, is the biggest difference (compared to other similar businesses),� she said. �It�s nice to see what you�re getting.�
Katzer added he and Jack are a perfect match for anglers. Between them, Katzer estimated they have about 50 years of experience fishing walleye and bass.
�The knowledge of fishing is going to be more than the average boat dealer,� he said.
�We also know how to set up a boat for the person that goes out on a weekend to tournament anglers,� Katzer added. �I know what boat will work best.�
Have a question when you walk into the store? No problem. Katzer said he and the staff will welcome customers with a smile and an attentive ear to address any and all concerns. At the same, they�ll likely offer you something to drink, such as a soda.
�The best thing you can have is the smile on their face when they hook up the boat (to the vehicle),� Katzer said. �That�s what I live for.�
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, All Out Marine will host an open house. The hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.
Throughout the weekend, customers can sign up for several raffle prizes.
Among the prizes are fishing guide trips with resort stays, a kayak package and rod and reel combinations.
On Saturday, professional angler Shawn Kahut, along with Marc Jackson from Wacky Walleye Guide Service in Door County, will be on-hand.
From 1-2 p.m. Sunday, Hall of Fame professional angler and the owner of Wacky Walleye Guide Service, Capt. Dale Stroschein, who is also with the U.S. Coast Guard, will give a free onehour seminar.
�I want (customers) to come back and ask questions,� Katzer said, adding he wants customers to call him on his cellphone if they have a question while on their boat.
�That�s how I remember people being treated,� he added.
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On January 1st 2011, the refresh contest commenced. It’s an online contest where you post “refreshing” ideas that benefit communities and then people vote daily for their favorite ones over a period of two months. We were accepted into the $100,000 category and our project was to do another Party Safari; delivering joy, laughter and positive vibes to 12 Canadian cities from coast to coast.
And we did very well, quickly rising to third place (out of 100) and inspiring over 800 people to sign up to our daily vote reminder page. But before long, an unsettling trend began to emerge…
Whereas we were appealing directly to our grassroots networks of friends across the country to vote and share our idea, other competitors were “cross-voting”.
Basically, they were forming strategic alliances with people competing in other categories (there are four categories: $100,000, $25,000, $10,000, $5,000), swapping votes with each other every day (“If you vote for me, I’ll vote for you”) and encouraging all of their supporters to follow suit.
Moreover, many of the projects that were engaging in this behavior were ones that lost in the last round, yet had been carried over- so they already had cross-voting agreements in place with other groups from the past.
This put first-time competitors like us at even more of a disadvantage, and the merit of ideas became secondary to how many alliances could be formed…
One month on, the results could be plainly seen- animal-related causes leading in every single category, and 14 out of the top 20 overall. The vast majority of comments on their pages were for cross-voting with the numerous other animal causes.
There was also talk of strategic cross-voting to “push the DDP below 6th place” (so we wouldn’t be carried over to the next round):
And how some were voting daily with upwards of 50 email addresses:
Obviously, this was a small percentage of individuals and their behavior was not representative of any group as a whole. There’s nothing wrong with animal causes and all the ideas in the running were entered by passionate people with good intentions.
But we strongly disagreed with cross-voting and felt the contest was inherently flawed because of it. As did our supporters, who continually voiced their frustration and discouragement.
So Gary called Pepsi, and eventually spoke with a senior representative. He raised these concerns, suggesting that the comment sections be removed, and people be limited to one vote per day (instead of 10), because the integrity of the contest would otherwise be compromised, especially if people were voting with 50 email addresses.
“the other competitors also talk about setting up voting booths at the mall to get people to vote- is that allowed”
“Yes” the representative said.
To which he replied:
“Since email addresses don’t have to be confirmed, what’s to stop someone from moving place to place, fabricating hundreds of email addresses and voting hundreds of times every day? Really, the system should also limit the number of votes per IP address, because otherwise there’s a flaw that would allow people to cheat”.
There was a long pause.
And then came the response:
“I hear your concerns and we can certainly look into it.. but there’s really not much we can do about the alliances…”
Then Gary said:
“If you allow hundreds of people to vote from a single IP address, that invites fraud. And if you allow people 10 votes per day, that invites cross voting. Both those things compromise the integrity of the contest and I’d love to hear back that something’s being done with this final month to go in our round of voting so I could pass that on to all of our supporters and let everyone know that Pepsi is dedicated to ensuring their contest is fair for everyone.”
“I will share your concerns and definitely appreciate your bringing them to our attention.”
“Is there any chance of these things being implemented in this round of voting?”
“No, because the rules are bonded, and can’t be changed midway.”
“The number of votes people get per day is a rule?”
“It’s in the official rules.”
“Well, it’s the third time Pepsi has held this contest. I’m surprised nothing has been fixed prior to this. Cross-voting must have been an issue beforehand also”.
“Well, I certainly will pass your comments along”
We’d always been impressed that Pepsi was trying to do something new and positive with their marketing dollars, but we had put so much time and effort into the contest and were very frustrated and felt it inexcusable that the voting process was so riddled with faults and loopholes.
And Pepsi never responded to assure us they were taking any steps to correct these problems, or would in the future…
So we posted the above information and encouraged our followers to call the Refresh hotline at 1-800-510-2592 to politely voice their frustration.
And rather than just complaining, we did everything we could to energize our supporters and attract new ones; creating two Teaser Videos for Party Safari 2011, an Instructional Voting Video, the Party Safari 2010 Montage and The Party Manifesto and implemented a bunch of other vote-rallying strategies.
And while we did manage to rally a ton of late-contest support, it wasn’t enough to overcome the voting inequities…
Our Feb. 17 letter of resignation:
We currently sit in 7th position in the Pepsi Refresh contest and 10 days remain until the contest wraps. Although we’ve received incredible support from across the country, and over 1000 people have signed up to receive our “daily vote reminder” emails, we continue to drop in the rankings.
Major flaws in the voting system have led to other people taking advantage of it: cross-voting, multiple accounts w same IP address, etc. which has been very frustrating to deal with. Competing honestly has not worked out as we’d hoped…
At this point, winning is pretty much an impossibility, and we don’t want to hound you any longer with messages to vote. We have decided to refocus our energies and pursue alternate funding strategies for Party Safari 2011….
Sorry it has come to this- we did our best, and we know you did too.
The level of positive support we’ve received from across the country has truly been overwhelming. We love you guys and promise we will continue to do everything in our power to make the Strictly Business Tour and Global Party Pandemic a reality.
Rest assured, NOTHING will stop the Party Revolution!
Tom and Gary
18 Responses to What Happened With The Pepsi Contest?
The Internet says:
You should have used https://www.mturk.com/mturk/welcome to get votes.
Phyllis Jones says:
You guys should actually be thankful you didn’t win. I’ve heard from many winners recently and come to find out, global giving (the company pepsi hired to oversee everything) went against the contract and reported all the grants as income to Revenue Canada. Contract said they would only do that if the money wasn’t spent as it was supposed to. Now everyone who’s not a registered charity or registered non-profit is screwed. $5000 winners are owing $1500, etc. Could you imagine how much you’d owe if you won $100,000? It’s pathetic what happened to everyone. So much for winning!
Rustybaggins says:
Pepsi doesn’t care where the money goes. Its a charity tax write off, and a publicity stunt.
I agree. This project brings hope and unity… It’s looks awesome, and frankly, although many animal projects have a great idea and some passionate people, there are so many of these projects already, and not to say that they are undeserving but I the DDP is something that could bring people from across the country together, and you don’t get that very often.
If they resort to cheating to win, I have to question the integrity of the organizations.
Pretty brutal to hear about that loophole with pepsi. even more brutal that they dont track ip’s, someone could mass spam email addy’s for 2-3 days and earn an easy 100K… jus sayin…
Trouble Cliff says:
Come back to S’toon please!!! If only there were a way to organize funding for DDP on its own. I know you cant go across the country to raise funds so maybe you guys can set up representatives in each city… I would love to help and work with you guys.
Matt Warner (a pretty cool one at that) says:
I find it wierd that pepsi isn’t addressing this properly. Isn’t it their money thats being scammed and partly cheated to… Cheaters causes? I agree with you that the causes are not dumb and everyone should have a fair chance, but I really dont see why up to $100000 should be thrown around unfairly. I mean, I dont know of any quick money making ideas, the only thing I can think of is maybe like a 10 dollar fee. The only flaws with that is there are some cheap dudes out there, and if you did charge, it would most likely take a long time because it would probably have to be sent in the mail or through the Internet. The profit would definately be enough if it was succesful though. If you plan on going to 12 places, Halifax (my team) had over 1000, I’m not sure what the other cities numbers were like, but if all were an average of 1000, thats $120000 if all that average of people payed.
Just throwin some ideas out there, get those brain juices flowing. :)
Kairee says:
wow! not cool!
I was very much looking forward to you guys coming back to Kelowna, because i was unable to go the first time.
People trying to bring DDP down should not be tolerated, its a way for people to let loose be themselves and just have a good time, its something positive instead to something negative happening around us (especially us younger people!) DDP is like a change of pace in this world these days.
spoken from the heart i hope this still happens!!!
let all of us partiers come together and DANCE IN PEACE!!
P.S Gary thanks to that picture im off to find a doughnut!
I will get a group of us to call in and act even more frustrated then we all ready are… then send something to our newspaper, and news in van then…. finally SOCIAL JUSTICE CLASS will get involved and Fuck shit up!!! :D
Jenna ღLadyRadioღ Beattie Of Ottawa says:
This sucks… I agree with that other chick, you should bring this to the news man… people.. men. :/ lol
Katya of Toronto says:
I see this as really unfair and I believe that “partying” is just frowned upon by everyone else in the contest and is not being taken seriously as bringing hope to people. You don’t have to save the animals and build splash pads to be doing something great with the money. This “party” idea is great. It brings hope to everyone across Canada that great things can be done. PEACE is also what this party brings. No one will have beef with each other and everyone can just have fun. If people did this more often we might not have war and so much hate in the world. The people plotting to get the DDP out of the runnings clearly don’t understand the wonder of bringing everyone together and just celebrating peace. It’s really to bad you guys have dropped out of the running. Good luck getting funding elsewhere! I really hope you guys get this going and bring peace across the country.
Bruce of Toon Town says:
Well that sucks :(. I’m glad the party will continue on. I would suggest you keep the email list if possible. This would keep us all in the loop as to the status of the tours and what we can do to help them happen.
Hats off for all the hard work guys. It will happen, just not with the “never to be spoken brand” as a part of it.
Anna-Lilja says:
This really is unfortunate, this turn of events. Sadly friendly (and fair) competition just is not the trend these days. Hopefully DDP will become never become ‘just a trend’ and will continue on. Have you guys ever considered creating other “party teams” in other cities (Saskatoon?!?!) so that DDPs can be organized everywhere?
DDPO- Decentralized Dance Party Organisation ?
Best of Luck for the future!!
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DDP Fangirl! says:
I definately want to voice that concern! It is quite flawed in that way.
Keep with it! 13 days-ish
The Matt in a Hat says:
I think if we really want to change the contest for the better then someone needs to send this to the news. What better way is there to gain publicity for our plight and our party? Besides, if this isn’t newsworthy than what is?
Tom + Gary says:
We apologize for the comments of those few immature individuals and share your concerns.
It is VERY strange and VERY frustrating that a leading multinational corporation can’t get their act together after running this contest three times already. I’m sure every group has passionate supporters who vote using multiple email addresses, but it’s not something we have ever encouraged or condoned.
Our position is that the best way to ensure fairness it to allow no more than a couple of vote credits per user and no more than a couple of votes per IP address. And EVERYONE should have to register their email addresses in order to vote! Without such controls, the voting system becomes a joke and the door is opened for inter-group controversy, allegations of cheating, and rude comments.
We have encouraged our supporters from the beginning to be polite and respectful and 99.9% of them have been respectful. Supporters from the other groups have also been on our comments page, calling our supporters “drug addicts” “serial killers” and “serial rapists”. They were actually the ones who started the insulting.
But anyhow, we don’t take it to heart, and we only blame the voting arrangement for pitting arts causes, animal causes and people causes against each other. Everyone thinks their type of cause is the most important and no one can see eye-to-eye and resentments build and boil over. It is glaringly obvious that every type of cause should have its own category.
But anyhow, best of luck. And know that the people behind our project have no hard feelings towards anyone except the contest organizers :)
Just to let you know, in the past round we found PROOF that one cause in particular WERE cheating. We sent dozen’s of emails, phone calls etc by numerous people and even copied & pasted THEIR OWN WORDS-TELLING PEOPLE HOW TO CHEAT (FAKE EMAILS) and nothing was done. THEY WON THE GRANT!!! It’s frustrating when (for example: 1 group moved up from 88 to above #10 in less than 1 month. Cross-voting is not cheating according to the rules but using more than 1 email address per person IS. I do know that there ARE some on your board who do the same thing, example: a nick-name or a variation of their real name, and they use another vote using their real name. It’s rampand throughout this entire contest. I don’t understand why groups who have been legitimately been voting daily for months shouldn’t have an advantage of having the respect of other groups to come & vote for them. That again, is not breaking the rules. The DDP commenters go onto other groups or causes sites & make rude & insulting comments. WHY! One girl BRAGGS about hitting a dog on purpose, killed it because it “chased cars” & is now “chasing cars in doggie heaven”. Cruel. On the Earth Spirit Board (a group dedicated to saving & rescuing abused & neglected horses, a DDP supporter said to “give it up already & kill them & make dogmeat out of them”. FAIRPLAY………no, selfish, cruel & inhumane.
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Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade Calls for a Comprehensive Global Approach to Stopping Oil and Fuel Theft
GENEVA - April 19, 2018 - (Newswire.com)
Today in Geneva, Switzerland, the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) urged governments and business to unite against the global problem of illicit petroleum trade.
“Illicit trade in oil and fuels is an emerging global threat that has largely remained unchecked and hidden from international attention,” said TRACIT Director-General Jeffrey Hardy. “Every year, it is estimated that $133 billion of fuels are illegally stolen, adulterated or defrauded from legitimate petroleum companies, with equally significant losses to governments through subsidy abuse and tax evasion.”
Mr. Hardy joined some of the world’s foremost experts on illicit upstream and downstream petroleum trade at the first global Oil and Fuel Theft conference held in Geneva, Switzerland, on 18-19 April. The speakers included an impressive list of experts, national oil companies, and government officials from Philippines, Uganda, Ghana, Lithuania, Hungary, Iraq, Libya, and others.
“Fuel smuggling is a reality and deeply embedded in many economies worldwide,” said Hon. Dakila Cua, Chairman of the House Committee on Ways & Means in the Republic of Philippines. “This is a vicious practice that deprives governments of precious revenues for investment in infrastructure and other public goods.”
Participants discussed the severe negative effects of fuel theft on business, governments and the environment, as well as the need for new strategies and alliances to address this scourge. Technology solutions, such as fuel marking, are critical to reducing fuel fraud and minimize fuel-related tax evasion and subsidy abuse. But even these require collaboration between the private sector, governments, and civil society.
In response, Mr. Hardy announced a new initiative to integrate oil and fuel theft into TRACIT’s cross-sector approach to fighting illicit trade and to press for more rationalized policy frameworks and interconnected enforcement.
“We will concentrate on the key governance bodies responsible for providing guidance, best practices and capacity-building to their member states,” said Mr. Hardy. “More needs to be done to improve regulatory structures, set deterrent penalties, rationalize tax policies, strengthen capacity for more effective enforcement and educate consumers.”
TRACIT is an independent, private sector initiative that mobilizes businesses across industry sectors most impacted by illicit trade. TRACIT specifically addresses illicit trade in the petroleum sector and is mobilizing industry leaders across national borders to achieve results more effectively than any actor can accomplish alone. TRACIT’s engagement in combatting fuel fraud stems from the shared understanding that a united industry voice is required to track, report and stop fuel fraud – from extraction to production to distribution to consumers.
JeffHardy_Bio_TRACIT.docx
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Suggest correction - #4218 - 2002-12-25
On a hilarious sitcom on HBO, he played befuddled talk show host Larry Sanders
Marc Noah Valerie
Show #4218 - Wednesday, December 25, 2002
Valerie Reyna, a high school chemistry teacher from Austin, Texas
Noah Tarnow, a freelance editor from New York, New York
Marc Goldenberg, an economist from Miami Beach, Florida (2-day champion whose cash winnings total $22,801)
AMERICAN TRAFFIC SIGNS
MOTHER NATURE'S STRANGE IDEAS
(Alex: And there are a lot of them!)
LET'S FOOL AROUND!
God told Moses to place the 10 Commandments in this container
This state's first official "Lone Star" flag was a naval flag it adopted in 1836 while still a republic
An inexperienced person is this 'behind the ears"
Scouts take note, this activity permitted
"Spills" of this are bad for shore birds but good for a species of fly whose larvae feed in them
"Fool to Cry" was a Top 10 hit for this group in '76, which must have given them "Satisfaction"
Jesus asked this disciple to follow him as he sat in his tax office
A white silhouette of this bovine of the plains adorns Wyoming's flag
2 bucks to win on Dances-A-Lot in the 7th, for example
Ahoy!, signal ahead; this kind of signal
(Sarah of the Clue Crew scubadiving) A stretched & twisted polyp forms the coral seen here, named for this human body part
This swivel-hipped legend released "A Fool Such as I" in 1959 & just plain "Fool" in '73
In writing to the Ephesians, he called himself "An Apostle of Jesus Christ by the Will of God"
The flags of Mississippi & Georgia each display this many stars
In '60s Top 40 songs it preceded "Back", "Ready" & "Together"
Bring extra batteries, this kind of exploring ahead
Charles Darwin clocked the speed of these animals at 4 miles a day
"Foolish Pride" gave him a Top 40 hit in 1986, without any help from John Oates
The book of Proverbs is "The Proverbs of" this man, "The Son of David, King of Israel"
South Carolina's original state flag of 1776 didn't feature this tree; it was added in 1861
Term for the goal in hockey, soccer or lacrosse
"Station" yourself for these forest folks headquartered up ahead
Some coots have a shield, an extension of this up the forehead, purpose dubious
In 1991 this sexy Welshman sang "Fool For Rock 'N' Roll" on his "Carrying a Torch" album
He asked God, "Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee?"
This state's flag features the sun symbol of the Zia Pueblo Indians in crimson on a field of gold
As a verb, it can mean to rent or lease
This specific mountaineering activity permitted here
This part of the dodder, a parasitic plant, rots away once the dodder penetrates the other plant's stem
"A Fool in Love" was the first big hit for this couple known for their stormy marriage & their "Revue"
$2,200 $800 $600
$3,400 $5,000 $3,800
"MO"
(Alex: And my favorite would be Shemp, but we couldn't do a whole category on Shemp, so we did it on "hemp" instead.)
The three largest countries in the world in area
Rivalry between Lords Lucan & Cardigan aided the miscommunication leading to this disastrous Oct. 1854 "Charge"
In this rock band, Larry Mullen, Jr. plays drums; The Edge plays lead guitar
A drawbridge crosses it
These wispy clouds take their name from the Latin for "curl" of hair
The 42-line versions of the Bible he printed around 1450 were printed on hemp paper
The three largest Hawaiian islands
Hafizullah Amin's failure to appease traditional & ethnic leaders of this nation led to the Soviet invasion in 1979
It's the "moving" municipality about 55 miles west of Pensacola, Florida
Called Curly as a youth, this Sioux chief led the attack on Custer at Little Big Horn
During her reign from 1837 to 1901, this queen used hemp for a variety of medicinal purposes
The three countries that border Mexico
General Henri Navarre's failure to recognize a fully mobilized Viet Minh led to the fall of this hamlet in May 1954
Larry Hovis co-starred as Sergeant Carter on this World War II-set sitcom
He's the influential Italian artist whose unique work is seen here
In mythology, Athena changed the beautiful curls of this maiden into hissing serpents
Tradition tells us how this spiritual leader survived on one hemp seed a day during his 6 steps of asceticism
The three countries closest to Antarctica
This French emperor's leadership in the Franco-Prussian War led to the fall of Paris & the 2nd Republic
Larry O'Brien was the longtime commisioner of this pro sport
A former Soviet republic, its capital city is Kishinev
Curly, Belgian & escarole are 3 types of this salad green
Often made of hemp, this garment was traditionally paired with ashes as morning attire
They're Pittsburgh's "Three Rivers"
The mass attack of heavily-laden English knights into a marsh led to Scottish victory in this 1314 battle
His books that made it to the screen include "Terms of Endearment" & "Lonesome Dove"
The baron cuts off one of Belinda's curls in this poem by Alexander Pope
In 1941 this pioneering auto manufacturer made a car from resin-stiffened hemp fiber
In 2002 State Dept. spokesman Richard Boucher called it "The first new nation of the new millennium"
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Published: 0436 GMT November 27, 2018
Iran’s nuclear chief warns EU: Patience is running thin
Iran’s nuclear chief said on Tuesday he was warning the European Union’s top diplomat that Tehran’s patience was running out on the bloc’s pledges to keep up oil trade despite US sanctions.
Ali Akbar Salehi, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, said the Islamic Republic could resume its 20 percent uranium enrichment if it fails to see the economic benefit of the 2015 deal that placed curbs on its nuclear program, Reuters reported.
“If we cannot sell our oil and we don’t enjoy financial transactions, then I don’t think keeping the deal will benefit us anymore,” Salehi told Reuters ahead of a meeting with EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini in Brussels.
“I will pass certainly a word of caution to her [Mogherini]: I think the period of patience for our people is getting more and more limited,” he said. “We are running out of the assumed timeline, which was in terms of months.”
The meeting was due on Tuesday afternoon, with no media statements expected afterwards.
Under the 2015 deal, Iran restricted its nuclear program in exchange for an end to international sanctions.
US President Donald Trump pulled out of the accord in May and reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil exports this month.
But Europe sees the nuclear deal as an important element of international security.
The EU and other remaining parties – China and Russia – have struggled to preserve trade incentives for Iran to respect the deal’s nuclear curbs under US pressure.
In Brussels for talks on civilian nuclear cooperation that EU officials intended as a signal support for the accord, Salehi said the bloc’s efforts were encouraging but added: “We have not yet seen any tangible results.”
He welcomed an EU plan to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle for non-dollar trade with Iran but only if it could preserve Iranian oil exports – its economic lifeline.
“It [the SPV] could be helpful in keeping the deal alive,” he said. “If there is nothing to reap, then what is the purpose of us staying in, because voices in Iran are day by day becoming more against the deal.”
Iran’s oil exports are expected to drop sharply to about 1 million bpd in November from a peak of 2.8 million bpd earlier this year. However, output is expected to recover somewhat from December, thanks to US waivers, including for two EU nations: Greece and Italy.
Under the 2015 agreement with six world powers, Iran stopped producing 20 percent enriched uranium. Salehi reiterated warnings that Iran has the technical capacity to ramp up enrichment if the deal unravels.
“It is very easy for us to go back to what we were before – even to a better position,” he said. “We can start the 20 percent enrichment activity. We can increase the amount of the enriched uranium.”
Salehi
Salehi: Nuclear technology development inevitable
Trump seeks to split EU as fight intensifies over Iran nuclear deal
Salehi: Iran-Japan nuclear safety cooperation to continue
Iran's nuclear chief warns patience is running out on EU pledges
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Segregation of biomedical waste in an South Indian tertiary care hospital
Vetrivel Chezian Sengodan
Department of Orthopedics, Coimbatore Medical College and Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Date of Web Publication 8-Jul-2014
I6.H. housing unit, Mettupalayam post, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-641 301
Introduction: Hospital wastes pose significant public health hazard if not properly managed. Hence, it is necessary to develop and adopt optimal waste management systems in the hospitals. Material and method: Biomedical waste generated in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital was color coded (blue, yellow, and red) and the data was analyzed retrospectively on a daily basis for 3 years (January 2010-December 2012). Results: Effective segregation protocols significantly reduced biomedical waste generated from 2011 to 2012. While biomedical waste of red category was significantly higher (>50%), the category yellow was the least. Per unit (per bed per day) total biomedical waste generated was 68.5, 68.8, and 61.3 grams in 2010, 2011, and 2012, respectively. Discussion: Segregation of biomedical waste at the source of generation is the first and essential step in biomedical waste management. Continuous training, fixing the responsibility on the nursing persons, and constant supervision are the key criteria's in implementing biomedical waste segregation process, which can significantly reduce per unit biomedical waste generated. Conclusion: We highly recommend all hospitals to adopt our protocol and effectively implement them to reduce generation of biomedical waste.
Keywords: Biomedical waste, color coding, India, tertiary hospital, waste segregation
Sengodan VC. Segregation of biomedical waste in an South Indian tertiary care hospital. J Nat Sc Biol Med 2014;5:378-82
Sengodan VC. Segregation of biomedical waste in an South Indian tertiary care hospital. J Nat Sc Biol Med [serial online] 2014 [cited 2020 Jan 22];5:378-82. Available from: http://www.jnsbm.org/text.asp?2014/5/2/378/136194
Generation of biomedical waste is an unavoidable outcome of modern day Hospital care and practices. [1] Rapid mushrooming of hospital both in the public and private sector to meet the societal demand has collaterally increased the biomedical waste generated. The increasing use of disposable materials has significantly enhanced this problem. It is essential to optimally manage the biomedical waste to avoid any public health hazards. [1]
In recent years, increasing public concern is raised about the management of healthcare waste throughout the globe and especially in developing nations. [2] Lack of awareness has led to the hospitals becoming epicenters of spreading disease rather than working toward eradicating them. [3] In this study, our objective was to evaluate the percentage of biomedical waste based on various color categories (as per biomedical handling rules) to evaluate the effectiveness of segregation. Further, our aim was to evaluate the biomedical waste generated per unit (per bed per day) in our organization (Coimbatore Medical College Hospital).
The study was conducted in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital, Coimbatore, India.
Our organization is a 1,020-bed teaching hospital. Most of the patients attending our hospital are from below poverty line and treated free of cost. Biomedical waste is segregated in the color-coded bins as per biomedical waste (management and handling) rules [Table 1]. The data regarding total biomedical waste generated as per color coding was collected on a daily basis from January 2010 to December 2012 and analyzed retrospectively. The percentages of biomedical waste in blue, yellow and red color category were analyzed using the following formula.
Biomedical waste generated per day = Total biomedical waste generated per year/Number of days in the year
Bed strength per day = Total census per year/Number of days in the year
The biomedical waste generated per day per bed = Biomedical waste generated per day/Bed strength per day
The biomedical waste generated in the year 2010 was 25,817 kg with an in-patient strength of 376,860 patients [Table 2] and [Table 3] [Figure 1], [Figure 2], [Figure 3], [Figure 4]. In the year 2011, 26,103 kg of biomedical waste was generated with inpatient occupancy of 380,486 patients. In the year 2012, 402,208 in-patient generated 24,678 kg of biomedical waste. Our result showed a reduction in biomedical waste generated from 2011 to 2012, which we believe was achieved due to effective waste segregation practices. It is important to note that the reduction in biomedical waste generated in 2012 was achieved despite increase in in-patient numbers [Table 1] [Figure 1], [Figure 2], [Figure 3], [Figure 4].
Table 1: Segregation of waste in color - coded bags
Table 2: Total biomedical waste generated in Coimbatore medical college hospital as per color coding, the patient census and the amount of biomedical waste generated per bed per day from 2010 to 2012
Table 3: Biomedical waste in colour coding percentage from 2010 to 2012
Figure 1: Total biomedical waste generated in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital as per color coding from 2010 to 2012
Figure 2: Hospital population (census) per day in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital from 2010 to 2012
Figure 3: Amount of waste generated per day per bed in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital from 2010 to 2012
Figure 4: Biomedical waste in color coding percentage from 2010 to 2012
Regarding color coding, our study showed the potentially-infected red color category (>50%) was more than blue followed by yellow in all the years of our study [Table 2] and [Table 3] [Chart 1]. Further, per unit (per bed per day) biomedical waste generated was 68.5 gm in 2010, 68.8 gm in 2011 and 61.3 gm in 2012 [Table 2]. Our study showed a reduction in the biomedical waste generated per bed per day between 2011 and 2012.
Biomedical waste are hospital wastes generated during the diagnosis, treatment or immunization of human beings or animals or in research activities and elaborately described in Schedule I. [4] Almost 75-90% of the wastes generated by the healthcare providers are non-toxic and fall into general waste category, [4] which are predominantly generated by administrative and housekeeping activities of the healthcare establishments. These wastes are taken care managed by the local civic authorities. However, the remaining 10-25% is healthcare waste are of hazardous category and pose significant public health risks if not properly managed. [4] It is estimated that 0.33 million tones of hospital waste is generated annually in India and the average waste generation rate ranges from 0.5 kg to 2.0 kg per bed per day among various hospitals [Table 4]. [5]
Table 4: Total hospital waste and percentage of infective waste in various countries
While the ancient times (practiced in 5 th century B.C.), [6] biological waste was buried deep in not easily accusable areas of the town/city, such practices are not practical in the current times. Poor management of healthcare waste exposes healthcare workers and general public to infections and toxic hazards. [7] The Government of India (notification 1998) specifies hospital waste management to be integral part of hospital hygiene and maintenance protocols. This involves management of a range of activities, such as collection, transportation, operation or treatment of processing systems, and disposal of waste. However, the initial segregation and storage activities are the direct responsibility of the occupier in the health care establishments. If the infectious component gets mixed with the general non-infectious waste the entire mass becomes potentially infectious and hence adds to the cost of its handling. [8] Despite the fact that current medical waste management practices vary from hospital to hospital, the problematic areas are similar for all healthcare units and at all stages of management, including segregation, collection, packaging, storage, transport, treatment, and disposal. [2] Hence, proper management of healthcare waste must begin directly at the collection sites where hazardous and non-hazardous waste are segregated into specific color-coded bins and sent for final treatment sites [Table 1]. [2] It is essential to train and supervise the staff for effective implementation of biomedical waste segregation and management. [8] To address this issue the government of Tamil Nadu, India, has implemented health care waste management plan through Health Systems Development Project (HSDP) with the World Bank assistance in 2008 through a "Project for Upgrading Safety in Healthcare" (PUSH) to train 150 health care providers as trainers in biomedical waste management. Trainers will in turn train 40,000 additional healthcare providers in Tamil Nadu, India. [9]
Although education on such waste management is included in undergraduate medical courses, it may be essential to make it a part of continued professional education and strictly implemented with 100% compliance. [10] In Tamil Nadu, India, among the government sector, biomedical waste management training is conducted routinely. The staff nurses are responsible for segregation of biomedical waste and maintain biomedical waste register and needle stick injury register in the respective wards and other workstations. It is the duty of the nursing supervisors to check the status of segregation of biomedical waste and sign the biomedical waste register in the wards and other work stations every day. Additionally, the medical officer in-charge of biomedical waste (infection control) will also supervise and sign the hospital biomedical waste register daily. Previous studies have reported generation of 0.52 [11] -1.5 [12] kg biomedical waste per bed per day in tertiary care hospitals and the biomedical waste generated in our hospital is within this range. Disappointingly few hospitals have recorded much higher (2.31 or 2.02 kg/day) biomedical waste generation. [8],[13] While one hospital has reported significantly less biomedical waste generation (0.25 kg per bed per day; and 0.20 kg of red color waste per bed per day) [14] suggesting our hospital practices has room for improvement. Such reduced and low levels of biomedical waste generation are also reported by other hospitals in central India. [15] It is important to note that very limited studies are reported in India regarding segregation of biomedical waste in healthcare institutions with the collective range being 0.71-2.31 kg per bed per day. However, as per World Health Organization (WHO) report the biomedical waste generated per bed per day in India range from 0.06 kg to 0.40 kg, [16] which we believe is very much under reported. Nevertheless, reducing biomedical waste generation necessitates effective segregation of waste at the source of generation with careful utilization of disposable items in the health care sector. We also hope that our study will encourage other hospital to take necessary initiatives to biomedical waste segregation and report the per unit biomedical waste generated. In our study, the biomedical waste generated per bed per day ranged from 61.3 gm to 68.5 gm which is within the range of other reports [Table 5] in India. [17] Most importantly, our study showed the reduction of biomedical waste generated per bed per day in the year 2012 [Figure 2] and [Figure 3] despite increase in in-patient numbers, this task was only possible due to effective segregation of waste at the source of generation. Additionally, we also recommend the following for further improvement:
Table 5: Amount of biomedical waste generated in various places in India
Continuous training of healthcare workers regarding biomedical waste segregation to improve their knowledge.
Occupational health and safety audiovisual aids in the regional language to achieve effective communication to healthcare workers.
Responsibility to be assigned to staff nurses and nursing supervisors in all workstations regarding "segregation of waste at source".
Providing the color category charts near the color-coded bins in all workstations for immediate reference.
Constant monitoring by the state level officials to know and scrutinize the ground reality.
A safe and reliable method for handling of biomedical waste is essential. The objective of biomedical waste management is to reduce waste generation. This will be possible only by proper segregation of waste at the source of generation. Our study showed a reduction of biomedical waste generation in Coimbatore medical college, Coimbatore similar to WHO study in India due to effective segregation. To save mankind from the "adverse effects of healthcare waste" effective management of biomedical waste is not only a legal necessity but also a "social responsibility".
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10. Kumar AH. Effectively communicating the 5R's (replace, reduce, refine, reuse, and rehabilitate) of research ethics, biomedical waste, personalized medicines and the rest. J Nat Sci Biol Med 2012;3:1-2.
11. Srivastav S, Mahajan H, Mathur BP. Evaluation of biomedical waste management practices in a government medical college and hospital. Nat J Community Med 2012;3:80-4.
12. Srivastav S, Kariwal P, Singh AK, Shrotriya VP. Evaluation of biomedical waste management practices in multi-speciality tertiary care hospital. Indian J Community Health 2010;21:46-50.
13. Pandit NA, Tabish SA, Qadri GJ, Ajaz MA. Biomedical waste management in a large teaching hospital. JK-Practitioner, 2007;14:57-9.
14. Malipatil BD, Chimkod V. Quantitative estimation of biomedical waste from four hospitals of Gulbarga city. World J Sci Technol 2012;2:21-4.
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About Lincoln Rural Supplies
Lincoln Rural Supplies commenced their business in Port Lincoln on the 1st June, 1986, initially operating from a disused former transport company depot. Being a family owned and operated business, and building this new venture on the very sound business principles of total client service and satisfaction, our business flourished.
In April 1990, we opened our second store at Cummins, a town some 70kms from Port Lincoln. With now two strategically positioned outlets, we could better service our supportive clientele on the Lower Eyre Peninsula of South Australia.
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Early 1992, we were fortunate to secure much larger premises in Port Lincoln more suited to our ever growing needs, and we completely re-built this store in 2005 to the client friendly and vibrant store it has now become.
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Today Lincoln Rural Supplies continues to remain the same family owned and operated business as it started in 1986. Warren and Cathryn Dickie, along with son Marc, continue to lead our team of 15 extremely talented staff, who individually specialise in diverse fields such as Agronomics; Fertilisers; Animal Health; Specialised Water Equipment and Irrigation; Firearms and Aquaculture. Collectively the business of Lincoln Rural Supplies has continued to grow to become a recognised successful regional enterprise.
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Marzocchi will provide its Indian partner with technical know-how, both in terms of research and development and in design/industrialization, for the production of suspensions under the Marzocchi brand. In the first phase, the focus will be on the premium segment of the Indian market, which in its entirety represents one of the largest 2 wheel vehicles markets in the world.
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The Badve group supplies the automotive market exhaust systems, frames, chassis components and suspensions (also through their recent adquisition of Escorts’ Group suspension branch).
A prestigious recognition has been bestowed upon the Badve group, chosen by Marzocchi for this important project, by the Government of Maharashtra (the most important State of the Republic of India from economic point of view), with the nomination as Ambassador of the important “Make in India” campaign.
The agreement signed by Mr. Badve (MD-Badve group) and Mr. Vanzetto (CEO-VRM) has, among several, the aim to produce in India suspensions for entry level vehicles for the international market and the development and management of current and future Indian suppliers of VRM Marzocchi.
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FDA proposes $30 million in fees to speed review of generic drugs
December 17, 2010 By: Nadia Category: HealthCare, Medicine Advice, Medtipster, Prescription News, Prescription Savings
www.Medtipster.com Source: www.post-gazette.com, 12.16.2010
Generic-drug companies, led by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, would face fewer factory inspections and save as much as a year developing products in exchange for paying fees for the first time under a Food and Drug Administration proposal.
The plan grew out of talks between the FDA and drug makers to speed reviews of low-cost copies of medicines, according to Russell Wesdyk, scientific coordinator in the FDA’s Office of Pharmaceutical Science.
Generic-drug reviews take 15 months longer on average than evaluations of brand-name products, according to the Generic Pharmaceutical Association, a Washington lobbying group. Inspections take as many as 12 months to complete, especially for products made outside the U.S., said Richard Stec, vice president of global regulatory affairs with Perrigo Co., an Allergan, Mich.-based member of the trade group.
“Getting the inspection scheduled in a timely manner is probably the biggest challenge both for FDA and for industry,” Mr. Stec said.
The FDA may waive “preapproval inspections” done after companies submit generic-drug applications, Mr. Wesdyk said last Thursday. Instead, it would rely on periodic inspections that focus on firms’ broader manufacturing practices.
The agency would still carry out preapproval inspections under the proposal when drugs are made with untested technologies or produced at a site the FDA hasn’t inspected.
More generic-drug companies are moving operations outside the U.S., making it harder for the FDA to keep pace, Janet Woodcock, director of the agency’s Drug Center, said during a September meeting to discuss the fees. The FDA inspects U.S. plants once every 30 months, compared with once every nine years for foreign plants, a September Government Accountability Office report states.
The FDA receives 800 to 900 generic-drug applications each year, compared with about 100 applications for new brand-name drugs, Mr. Wesdyk said.
The volume of work means “even with additional resources, it would be very difficult to do the number of preapproval inspections,” said Peter Beckerman, a senior adviser in the FDA’s Office of Policy, who is leading the generic-drug user fee negotiations for the agency.
Brand-name drug makers have paid the FDA fees since 1992 to help fund faster reviews.
The FDA hasn’t presented the proposal to generic-drug companies, Mr. Stec said. In addition to the Generic Pharmaceutical Association, groups involved in the fee talks include the Generic User Fee Coalition — consisting of Perrigo; Teva, Hospira of Lake Forest, Ill.; and Apotex of Toronto — and Mylan, which developed its own fee proposal.
The Generic Pharmaceutical Association and the User Fee Coalition have agreed on a system that would set targets for drug reviews and deal with the backlog of applications through separate funding, Mr. Stec said. He declined to discuss other details.
Mylan, based in Canonsburg, has pressed for a plan in which manufacturers and suppliers of active ingredients pay inspection fees in addition to fees for new applications. Mylan President Heather Bresch said her company’s proposal would generate $30 million for the FDA to standardize the frequency of inspections in the U.S. and overseas.
“You’ve got to level the playing field,” Ms. Bresch said in an interview in Washington last month. “I’m just realistic about the economic situation. Our industry is going to have to subsidize the globalization of the FDA.”
The generic-drug association and the user-fee coalition are considering Mylan’s proposal and want to reach a consensus early next year, Mr. Stec said.
The FDA plans to begin discussions with the industry early next year, Mr. Wesdyk said. Any agreement would have to be approved by Congress.
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Generic Drug Delay Fight May Be Nearing Turning Point
June 21, 2010 By: Nadia Category: HealthCare, Medtipster, Prescription News, Prescription Savings
Generic Drug Delay Fight May Be Nearing Turning Point, FTC’s Leibowitz Says
www.Medtipster.com Source: Bloomberg News – Washington DC Bureau
The U.S. government’s decade-long fight to limit drugmakers’ ability to keep generic medicines off the market may reach “a turning point” soon, Federal Trade Commission Chairman Jonathan Leibowitz said.
The FTC is counting on a review by an appeals court to break a deadlock over agreements made by brand-name drugmakers that it says delay the introduction of lower-priced generic medicines. The focus is on the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New York, which may decide by August whether to review a deal between Bayer AG and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.’s Barr unit on when a generic version of the antibiotic Cipro can go on the market.
The Cipro case “signals a renewed concern about these pay-for-delay deals, and hopefully it will mark a turning point towards a legal rule that prohibits brand pharmaceutical companies from paying off their generic competitors to sit it out,” Leibowitz, 52, said in an interview. The review could bring the issue of agreements before the Supreme Court.
The fight pits drugmakers against the FTC, the Justice Department, pharmacies such as CVS Caremark Corp. and President Barack Obama, who cited the greater availability of generic drugs as a way to reduce health-care costs. There also is an effort in Congress to restrict the settlements.
Licensing Deals
The FTC contends brand-name makers offer generic-drug companies licensing rights on a product or other compensation in exchange for an agreement on when cheaper drugs are introduced. The agency said it supports settlements, except when there is some sort of financial consideration.
Medicines that generate about $92 billion in sales will face generic competition through 2014 because of expiring patents, according to the research firm IMS Health Inc. Medicines accounted for $250.3 billion in U.S. sales for brand- name drugmakers in 2009 and $35.8 billion for generic firms, according to Norwalk, Connecticut-based IMS.
Defending valid patents is vital, said Jerry Pappert, general counsel of Frazer, Pennsylvania-based Cephalon Inc. “If the branded company loses, it loses its franchise.”
Cephalon is being sued by the FTC, which contends the drugmaker paid more than $200 million for generic companies to drop their challenge to patents on its sleep-disorder drug Provigil. Cephalon says the settlements are in accordance with patent law.
In the Cipro case, CVS and other pharmacies said Bayer paid $398.1 million for Barr to drop its patent challenge. David Stark, general counsel for Teva’s North America unit, said generic-drug makers aren’t delaying marketing products as a result of financial incentives. The agreements are no different than patent deals in other industries, he said.
Leibowitz said the agreements add to health-care costs. If some settlements between companies aren’t prohibited, “you’re going to pay seven, eight, 10 times as much as you otherwise would,” he said. The FTC said the deals cost consumers $3.5 billion annually, a figure disputed by economists such as Jonathan Orszag, senior managing director at the economic consulting firm Compass Lexecon in Washington and the brother of White House Budget Director Peter Orszag.
Courts have allowed the settlements as long as they don’t prevent entry of the generic beyond a patent’s lifespan.
In the Cipro case, the agreement allowed a generic drug to be sold six months before the patent expired, said Kathleen Jaeger, chief executive officer of the Generic Pharmaceutical Association, a Washington trade group.
‘Tremendous Value’
“The FTC doesn’t see the tremendous value the patent settlements have brought to the system,” she said.
Since February, courts have thrown out antitrust lawsuits over Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.’s blood-thinner Plavix and AndroGel, a testosterone ointment now made by Abbott Laboratories. The FTC lost a case over a settlement involving Schering-Plough Corp.’s K-Dur heart medication.
A three-judge panel in April upheld the Cipro settlement, though it recommended opponents seek a review by the full court.
The potential court review, along with legislation Leibowitz predicted Congress would pass this year, add momentum to efforts to limit deals. Senators Herb Kohl, a Wisconsin Democrat, and Charles Grassley, an Iowa Republican, introduced an anti-deal measure. House legislation would bar the settlements.
‘Winds Are Shifting’
“The winds are shifting on the legal front, shifting on the commission front and on the legislative front,” said Robert Doyle, a former FTC official.
Ken Johnson, a senior vice president at the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, a Washington trade group, said brand-name drug companies need patent protection to justify the investments required to develop medicines. Drugmakers said the settlements also provide certainty as to when generics will enter the market.
Stark said a court review may not be significant.
“I don’t think it’s a foregone conclusion just because they take it up that they reverse the trend,” he said.
Marcy Funk, a spokeswoman for Leverkusen, Germany-based Bayer, declined to comment.
All parties are watching if the 2nd Circuit agrees to hear the Cipro case. The decision may come in August, said David Balto, a lawyer representing consumer groups.
Leibowitz said he believes the FTC has a strong hand. “I have yet to see an issue that’s as black and white,” he said.
The 2nd Circuit case is In Re Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Antitrust Litigation, 05-2851 and 05-2852, 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals (New York).
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Here’s Who Diplo And Skrillex Will Be Working With On Their Next Collab
It can't possibly be better than Bieber -- OR CAN IT?
Patrick Hosken patrickhosken 08/17/2015
Back in July, the production dream-team of Diplo and Skrillex -- the pair behind the best pop song of 2015 so far, "Where Are U Now" -- spent some time in the studio with Win Butler and Régine Chassagne of Arcade Fire.
https://twitter.com/ArcadeFiretube/status/619643693600014336
By all accounts, the four assembled just for fun and had a little jam sesh at the band's Sonovox Studio. One of them (presumably Diplo) played a steel drum, and Skrillex went HAM on the xylophone (or vibraphone?) while Win and Régine synthed out on the keys. It looked like a ton of fun.
But a tweet from Win shortly after the powwow squashed any rumors that this music would surface as anything polished in the future.
https://twitter.com/DJWindows98/status/619692747734274048
We were seriously bummed about that, especially given the excellent year Jack Ü has been having -- and given that it's been nearly two years since Arcade Fire dropped Reflektor into our lives.
BUT THEN! Dip and Skrill (cool if I call you guys that?) popped up on "Charlie Rose" late last week, and Dip mentioned the session in a way that seemed a bit more like they had some bigger plans for the material it spawned.
"We were recently on tour together in Canada. We went to Montreal. We had a day off with Arcade Fire -- have you heard of that band? And a friend of mine was there, and we just said, 'Hey, let's go meet up with you guys.' Went to his garage and just literally played for 20 minutes, just everybody on an instrument. I got the files from them and I edited down these loops, you know, in little pieces, and I'm gonna probably go back to Montreal with the lead singer, Win, and maybe [Skrillex] and record the vocals on it," Diplo (aka Wesley Pentz) told Charlie.
"With Arcade Fire, we just jammed on live instruments for like 45 minutes and probably made an album worth of material and then cut it down to some parts we're gonna later finish," Skrillex (aka Sonny Moore) added.
Just think: Right now, there's an entire, full-length LP of new music just waiting to be reordered, remixed and overdubbed by this supersquad.
When will we hear it? As long as the answer is "soon," we'll be OK. We think.
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Historic Waterford City bar under new management
Published on Friday, November 8th, 2019 at 12:07 pm
One of Waterford’s most historic bars, Thomas Maher, also known as Tom Maher’s, has been sold and will now be operated by Moondharrig Ventures. Moondharrig Ventures is a partnership between Sarah Jane Hanton, owner of The Parlour Vintage Tea Rooms in Waterford, and returning Waterford emigrant, Claire Lalvani.
The new owners will take over the “Waterford institution” to run as it is, with some small changes, the inclusion of music and doubling of the opening hours. They then intend to sensitively modernise the business and building in the near future.
Director of Moondharrig Ventures, Sarah Jane Hanton said, “We are delighted to retain this historic pub as a locally-owned business. Tom Maher’s is globally renowned, and we intend to respectively honour its memories as we forge a new path to ensure its continued success”. Director of Moondharrig Ventures, Claire Lalvani said “Having returned home to live in Waterford, I am excited to contribute to the City’s identity ensuring that the establishment of Thomas Maher continues and remains a beacon for the City of Waterford”. Thomas Maher’s first opened in 1886 (under the name of John Britton). Mr. Tom Maher inherited the pub from his father (who had married John Britton’s daughter) and ran it for over 77 years. He is thought to be Ireland’s longest serving publican. The pub has remained in the one family and has stayed much the same since it was opened with its crafted panelling and traditional pub front.
The pub has a storied past mainly due to Mr. Maher’s policy to only serve men. Despite several protests in the 1990’s, he refused to break his golden rule “that no woman was to be served at his counter”.
The pub was bequeathed to Mr. Maher’s wife, Mary, who ran it in Tom’s honour, continuing his policy to serve men only. Her nephews Bernard and Martin Kelly then inherited the pub and the ban on serving women was lifted. The family-run business was placed on the market after its owners announced their intention to retire from the business.
Brothers Bernard and Martin Kelly would like to wish Sarah Jane and Claire many years of successful trading in Moondharrig House. There was high interest in this historic property, and it was sold by local agent John Rohan of John Rohan Sherry Fitzgerald Auctioneer’s. Thomas Maher’s is under new management since Friday 1st November and the new opening hours are: Monday to Thursday: 11am – 11pm. Friday & Saturday: 11am – 12 midnight. Sunday: 3pm – 11pm
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Handel’s Messiah at the Schermerhorn
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Joseph E. Morgan | December 25, 2019
On December 19-22 the Nashville Symphony gave its annual production of Georg Frederic Handel’s Messiah at the Schermerhorn Symphony Hall, featuring soprano Mary Wilson, mezzo soprano Elizabeth Batton, tenor Garrett Sorenson, and bass Andrew Foster-Williams. This holiday tradition, which seems to extend all the way back to 1963 in Nashville when Willis Page directed it on December 15th, is proving to be one of the highlights of the holiday season in Music City.
Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth Batton
Oddly enough, however, in 1742 when Handel wrote his masterpiece oratorio, it was not designed to be performed during the Christmas season but rather during Lent as a more restrained and religious entertainment than Handel’s secular operas which along with their competition where flooding the London market. Thus, the oratorio in general lacked the scenery and staging of traditional opera and emphasized a sacred rather than a secular topic. Handel more than made up for this in his musical setting, especially in the
Tenor Garrett Sorenson
recitatives, which span a continuum from the reduced “secco” instrumentation of voice and keyboard to the fully accompanied recitatives in which the vocal line is inlayed within the full orchestra’s texture. Maestro Guerrero’s handling of these recitatives was quite remarkable from the very opening number, “Comfort Ye, My People” as sung by Sorenson.
We last heard tenor Garrett Sorenson last month in the Symphony’s production of Rachmaninoff’s The Bells. With a strong and well-polished instrument, Sorenson leant a warmth to Handel’s ornamented melodic line. In “Every Valley Shall Be Exalted” the text painting came across as sincere and without contrivance, a great achievement in so well know a work as this. Similarly, Foster-Williams’ bass brought new life to his line and coupled it with a supple tone that drew on a remarkable clarity in diction, his interpretation of “The People that Walked in Darkness” was terrifying and yet expressed the inlaid hope for redemption.
Soprano Mary Wilson
Mezzo-Soprano Elizabeth Batton was refreshing in her interpretation, and her voice blended exceptionally well with Sorenson’s (Batton’s husband) in the second of the work’s two duets “O Death, Where Is Thy Sting.” Another magnificent moment was Soprano Mary Wilson’s performance in the delightful shift from secco recitative to the accompanied (“And the Angel Said unto Them” followed by “And Suddenly there Was with the Angel”) that opens the second half of Part One. She created a nuanced dramatic shift that articulated her character’s awareness behind the words she was singing as though her recognition of the “heav’nly host” emerged slowly in its presence-a moment well-articulated by Maestro Guerrero’s delicate direction.
However, the star of the performance, as it should be, was Tucker Biddlecombe’s marvelously well-prepared Nashville Symphony Chorus. Their diction, balance and intonation were remarkable, particularly in the Hallelujah anthem and fuguing chorus as well as the remarkable “Amen” chorus that ended the piece. Special mention goes to Nashville’s amazing strings led by Jun Iwasaki and the two trumpets that announce the Hallelujah chorus, they managed, with Handel’s reduced orchestra, to fill the magnificent Schemerhorn Hall with music—a great challenge with concerts such as these. In all the evening was a refreshing performance of the canon’s oldest chestnut—a marvelous holiday gift for the Music City!
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by Scott on November 12, 2010 at 12:01 am
Ah, good ol’ fashioned North American history. Glorifying the deeds of murderers and racists never feels as good as it does around Thanksgiving. It’s a lovely thing for our children to learn about such great people as the Pilgrims, the original 13 colonies, and Columbus. While we’re at it, why not discuss the merits of Hitler’s final solution or the Soviet gulags.
While it may be somewhat hyperbolic to compare what Europeans did to Native peoples to the acts of such monsters as Stalin and Hitler, I don’t think it’s entirely off base. Native people across the Americas suffered immensely at the hands of European colonialists, the only reason we don’t call it what it is is that it hits too close to home. The history of the Americas is fraught with bloody wars, tense political situations, and a great deal of land-grabbing and, unfortunately, the people who originally called this place home got caught in the crossfire, literally and historically.
Like most things, there is no black and white with regards to morality and colonial expansionism. Many of the people arriving in the Americas didn’t intentionally seek out to steal land and commit genocide. Some did (primarily military and political leaders) but many were just people looking for a place to live, an important factor to keep in mind. It’s also important to note that not all Native American societies were peaceful or helpful people. There were plenty of hostile and aggressive people that would have gladly killed Europeans or each other simply because it was what they did. The problem with revisionist history (the sort written by the victors rather than the sort written truthfully) is that it muddies the way we see ourselves as humans and muddies our perception of how we got here; a theme I’ve talked about before and one I feel very strongly about. History, like mythology and religion, is an incredibly important part of our experience as human beings. The ability to learn from the mistakes of the past is what offers us the hope of true progress.
Unfortunately, history books for a long time have sugar coated what happened here when colonists arrived, painting a rosy picture of people holding hands and having a hippie style love-in. We’re just now (in the last 30 years) realizing and discussing the sorts of atrocities that happened before and after the arrival of the pilgrims and, as so often happens, we’ve gone the other way entirely with it. Rather than having a rational discussion, we’ve been embracing white guilt since the 70’s, where many of us, at some level, think that white people (especially males) are just bad and that everything native or non-white is good; that it is somehow more natural and therefore more true. New Age spiritual ideas are a perfect example of this embracing of other cultures while shunning the European heritage of this country and many others.
The truth of the matter is that none of these things is real. There is no black and white in morality, only shades of gray. White people acted abominably toward natives, sure, but that is the history of colonialism in general. Whenever people expand outside their borders for resources and land, they commit atrocities to those already living there. Japan did the same thing in World War II. Not everything about Europeans was totally awful nor was everything about Native Americans totally great. We have a duty to ourselves and to history to recognize that sometimes what we are taught is not the full picture and that there are often very complicated relationships between the things that have occurred. We should not look to the past as a paragon of anything good. It is just what has gone before, plain and simple.
Because when we look back and idolize the past, we sow the seeds of our own misfortune.
Either that or we lay the groundwork for our children to engage in biological warfare and shady land deals.
Y’know. One or the other.
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Ah, small acts of rebellion in favor of the truth. Like telling the true story of Pocahontas when watching the disney version, and disproving cooties in dramatic fashion. Way to be Lil’ K. Your work is lovely Scott, thank you for posting!
This is amazing. K would pull it off, too.
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It is the morning and I see no blog. Your betrayal will not go unpunished.
That aside I find it interesting how different cultures, not just the white man, destroy other cultures then precede to ignore what they’ve done.
America celebrates what you’ve depicted in your glorious comic with gluttony and thankfulness.
The Trail of Tears got one day of mention when I was in elementary.
The British blame the near death and destruction of Ireland on a potato famine, failing to mention the mass amount of potatoes they forcibly exported during that time.
The Japanese almost entirely ignore the rape and torture committed on mainland Asia.
People are bad. Should we hold this against them?
Yes. Act now and get the upper hand on them before they get you.
Certainly we should hold people accountable, and never simply forget these misgivings of the past, so that we may prevent or properly judge future atrocities. That doesn’t mean that we should…no, wait. Scratch that. Let’s get em!
I just viciously attacked the nearest white man.
Unfortunately, it was myself. I am now giving all the land back to the Native Americans and moving back to the twenty countries or so my ancestors come from.
Now that I think about it, Europeans took Europe from the animals…Clearly the only solution is to crawl back into the sea and go back to eating single celled organisms.
That is just the start.
To truly repent our ways we must go even further back.
Yes. Back to the beginning.
bless you and your glorious wisdom
lil k owns the school ! Of course even had they not traded it to him it would be his by right of conquest. ^_^ I find the way to most effectivly see around either revisonist or apologitics histories, regarding colonialism, is to look toward early societies each sent out colonies beyond their traditional bounds and often they conquered and enslaved the previous residents, but no one ever complains how the Greek colonies in Italy led to the genocide of the peoples that lived on the tip of the boot. Why? Why are they forgiven? Or how Egypt conquered Nubia, stole their resources, and enslaved their people. No instead these societies are glorified as magnificent. Well I am not so sorry to say that they were great because they were total jackasses 🙂 The same can be said with more modern forms of colonialism just cause technology has changed doesnt mean the game has.
talking about colonialism grey areas, when the spanish conquered the aztecs they were only overthrowing an opresive empire and puting another in its place. actualy the only reason an army of 200 spaniards defeated them was that they were backed by thousands of chichimecas who werent quite happy under aztec rule. weird huh?
that and smallpox XD
Not 5 flipping minutes ago I was talking to a friend and she said the same thing.
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The whole smallpox blanket and intentional sharing of diseases is widely disputed among historians due to the fact that we’re overestimating our germ understanding capabilities.
We didn’t even really understand how diseases were communicable. It was more like, it happened to spread and then the spanish were also some dicks.
Speaking of dicks, know what disease Europe got in return? Syphallus.
Yeah, I’m aware of the smallpox blanket thing, hence why I didn’t specifically reference it. Europeans DID give smallpox to Native Americans, intentionally or not. They did also steal land and force them out with superior numbers and firepower.
One of the other things I didn’t specifically reference was that the pilgrims went right from friendly to hostile with the Natives they interacted with. They didn’t. The people of the Massachusetts Bay Colonies had Native American allies as well as enemies and things were, at least early on, pretty decent for everyone. Trading occurred, the colonists were taught how to live in the Americas, etc, but things did eventually turn sour as they always do when outside forces attempt to “colonize” a place where people are already living.
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After having learned about that history recently, this is friggin’ hilarious.
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As a half Native American (THE RED KIND) and half whitey myself… I have to say, yeah… Both sides of her heritage have always been PRETTY GOOD at killing and/or maiming each other. I MEAN, HOW CAN I PICK A WINNER? 😀 People are people, and we are all pretty terrible AND wonderful… Most of the time. (Wow, I could be a politician! Smooth.)
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ill pick for you. natives are badass killers, but peacepipe smokin hippies. im a puyallup native, so i know my shit lol
Or MY heritage. Damn typos.
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There is debate over whether syphilis actually came to Europe from the ‘new world’. My mate was working on a dig in the North of England where he found two children buried about 1300 (I think- it was at least a couple of hundred years before syphilis was supposed to have arrived from the Americas), and there was evidence of them having had syphilis. A lot like how AIDS is now seen as having been around for much longer than we thought even ten years ago.
I think the settlers on your side of the pond I have most sympathy with were the lot that left their hideously badly adapted settlement to live with the folk who were there before them and left the note ‘Gone to Roanoke’.
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A. The natives.
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im sorry, but with the knowledge of how much vaccines little kids are pumped full of at that age i find it very hard to believe that K could spread smallpox in such a manner.
I FIND THIS COMIC INVOLVING SASQUATCH AND CAT-GOD TO BE AN UNBELIEVABLE FABRICATION.
I lol’d 😀
Maybe their parents were afraid the shots would make their kids autistic?
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I’m taking a Native American history class right now and it’s really, really depressing. Every day is pretty much just a historical recounting of people being awful to each other =(
There’s a difference between “great” and “good.” The ancient Roman Empire was great, but definitely not good. What I find unique about America is that we strive to be good. Are we successful? Not always, but the fact that we strive for it is encouraging. I think the key is having good kings. If you read the book of Proverbs in the Bible, its full of verses like this: Proverbs 29:3 “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” The good kings are selfless and care for the weak, but the bad kings are selfish for power and crush the weak under their rule. We’ve had more good kings than bad in America. We should pray for more good kings.
i like this blog. usually when someone blogs about anything that even REMOTELY has to do with native americans, they always break out the fact that they shouldve known better than to trade their lands for a few trinkets. the fact is, they werent greedy, and they probably didnt even understand what the traders wanted in return. also, to answer a question that surprisingly ALOT of people ask me: YES, i do pay taxes. even we pay taxes. the only place we dont pay taxes is on our reservations, which includes gas stations, casinos, maybe some stores, and i think thats it.
Sorry i have a bit more to say. ocassionally there’s a section in history books that talks about the same old bullcarp you hear about natives, and the stealing of the land, and the genocide, blah blah blah, but what they should include is what the beliefs were back then, the stories that were passes down to generations, the family system, etc. And even though the generations of natives from about the 1900s and up have been stricken by the poison of alchohol, natives can be reallly nice people. i know, i havent really ever seen pics of natives smiling either. but heres some if you wanna smile 🙂
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OMG Sasquatch in clothes! He looks somewhat normal! XD
Somehow this reminds me that the Americans have only won a single war, and it was their War of Independence (which I’m fairly certain they only won because Britain was far busier with France at the time). Just seems like it’s relevant based on how America seems to fondly misremember things.
This is brutal but funny, and the sort of thing my little brother Malcolm would do.
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Don’t Let’em establishes a new track record for three-year-old colt trotters with a 1:51.4 score in the Carl Erskine Trot.
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ANDERSON, Ind.--Nov. 1, 2019--Grand Circuit harness racing action was back in the spotlight at Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino on Friday, November 1 as some of the sport's brightest stars ventured to Hoosier Park for the final night of Grand Circuit racing this season.
The evening's 12-race card was highlighted by the $120,000 Crossroads of America for three-year-old filly trotters, The $120,000 USS Indianapolis Memorial for three-year-old pacing fillies, The $220,000 Carl Erskine Memorial for three-year-old colt trotters, and The $225,000 Monument Circle Pace for three-year-old pacing colts.
After making a costly break in the $500,000 Breeders Crown three-year-old colt trot last week, Don't Let'em was out for redemption and rebounded with authority in the $220,000 Carl Erskine Trot for three-year-old colts and geldings. The cold temperatures didn't seem to deter Don't Let'em and Yannick Gingras as they stopped the timer in 1:51.4 to re-establish the track record for three-year-old colt trotters. The previous mark of 1:52.1 was set by What The Hill in Breeders Crown action in 2017.
Sent off as the heavy betting favorite, Don't Let 'em left alertly from post two but Mass Fortune K and Matt Kakaley were a step quicker through the opening quarter in :27.4. Gingras moved Don't Let 'Em to the front just before the half in :55.1 and was immediately joined on the outside by Pilot Discretion and Andrew McCarthy.
Don't Let 'Em was able to turn back Pilot Discretion through the three-quarters in 1:23.2 and was on top with a two length lead turning for home. Using a :28.2 final quarter, Don't Let 'em stayed on task and trotted strong to the wire finishing five lengths in front of late-closing Chin Chin Hall and Peter Wrenn. Pilot Discretion held on for third.
"He's going to drive me crazy," trainer Nancy Johansson noted with a smile after the victory. "It's just whatever horse shows up. He obviously has tremendous speed. He has tremendous speed and the talent, he just needs to behave. I never know what horse is going to show up but when he is on his game, he's incredible"
With the win, the son of Muscle Hill-Passageway recorded his fourth win from 13 outs this season and sports a 23-8-5-0 lifetime record. Owned by Brittany Farms, C. Takter, J. Fielding, and H. Liverman, Don't Let'em has amassed $569,967 in lifetime purse earnings. Don't Let'em was bred by Brittany Farms, LLC.
One of the biggest upsets of the night came in the very next race on the program as De Los Cielos Deo and Matt Kakaley got up in the final strides of the mile to upset the heavily favored Hickfromfrenchlick in the $225,000 Monument Circle Pace for three-year-old pacing colts and geldings. De Los Cielos Deo stopped the timer in 1:49.2.
De Los Cielos Deo and Matt Kakaley pull the upset in the $225,000 Monument Circle Pace (Photo courtesy of Linscott Photography)
With an eight race-win streak on the line, Hickfromfrenchlick went to the front from post eight to dictate fractions of :26.4, :54.3 and 1:22.1 before ever feeling a threat from the rest of the field. De Los Cielos Deo sat patiently in third for much of the mile but was in perfect striking position turning for home. Kakaley tipped De Los Cielos Deo and he found a :26.3 closing kick to track down Hickfromfrenchlick late in the lane. Dealer's Table and Sam Widger utilized a ground saving trip to round out the trifecta. De Los Cielos Deo returned $10.40 to his backers at the betting windows.
"I was confident coming into tonight," Kakaley said in the winner's circle. "He was good last week in the Breeders Crown. He's been pretty inconsistent but I knew if he showed up tonight he'd be good. I've only driven him a couple times but he's got the speed. The way the trip worked out for him tonight was beautiful."
With the win, De Los Cielos Deo recorded his second win from 17 outs this season for trainer Ron Burke. The son of Captaintreacherous-Lisjune has now earned $425,080 in lifetime purse earnings and is owned in partnership by Burke Racing Stable, Larry Karr, J&T Silva, Purnel & Libby, and Weaver Bruscemi. De Los Cielos Deo was bred by Louis Willinger and Deo Volente Farms.
Trainer Nancy Johannsson teamed up with Yannick Gingras for two winner's on the evening's program as the duo first found the winner's circle with The Ice Dutchess in the $120,000 Crossroads of America. After finishing third in the $500,000 Breeders Crown Final at Woodbine Mohawk Park last week, Gingras guided the post-time favorite to a 1:53 victory over Pure Chance and Trace Tetrick.
Utilizing a final quarter of :27:0, The Ice Dutchess was able to overcome a first-over trip and dug in gamely late in the lane to cross the wire four lengths to the good. The Ice Dutchess returned $4.20 to win for her backers at the betting windows.
The Ice Dutchess has now won 11 of 27 lifetime starts and boasts a lifetime bankroll of $774,029 for owners Coyote Wynd Farms. The daughter of Muscle Hill-The Ice Queen was bred by Stephen Dey and David Reid.
Three-Year-Old Pacing Filly Sunny Dee made her Harrah's Hoosier Park debut a winning one after she went gate to wire in The $100,000 USS Indianapolis Memorial. The Canadian homebred bested her competition in 1:52 with driver Tim Tetrick in the bike for trainer Robert McIntosh.
Sunny Dee made her game winning move down the backside and was able to hold off a hard charging JK American Beauty and Brett Miller late in the lane to get the win and deliver as the post-time favorite. Fully A Virgin and Michael Oosting also rallied well late for third.
With the win, the daughter of Sunshine Beach-West of LA, now sports a lifetime bankroll of $436,595 having won 13 of 22 starts. The filly is owned by and was bred by Robert McIntosh Stables, C S X Stables and Al McIntosh holdings.
Live racing action will continue at Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino on Saturday, November 2 with a 10-race card with an adjusted post time of 7:10pm. Live racing at Harrah's Hoosier Park will follow a Tuesday through Saturday schedule and be conducted through November 9.
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NHS England has published guidance to free up to almost £100 million for front line care each year by curbing prescriptions for ‘over the counter’ medicines such as those for constipation and athletes foot.
Curbing routine prescribing for minor, short-term conditions, many of which will cure themselves or cause no long term effect on health, will free up NHS funds for frontline care.
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NHS England chief executive Simon Stevens said: “Across the NHS our aim is to: ‘Think like a patient, act like a taxpayer’. The NHS is probably the most efficient health service in the world, but we’re determined to keep pushing further. Every pound we save from cutting waste is another pound we can then invest in better A&E care, new cancer treatments and much better mental health services.”
Dr Graham Jackson, co-chair of NHS Clinical Commissioners and clinical chair of Aylesbury Vale Clinical Commissioning Group, who also co-chaired the joint clinical working group for this work said: “Unfortunately the NHS does not have unlimited resources and ensuring patients get the best possible care against a backdrop of spiralling demands, competing priorities and increasing financial pressures is one of the biggest issues CCGs face. It is not good use of the NHS’s limited resources to issue prescriptions for products which are not clinically effective, or for conditions that will get better without treatment or whose symptoms can be managed with appropriate self-care.
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Pahlaj Nihalani as CBFC Chief, Gajendra Chauhan as FTII chief and now Chetan Chauhan as NIFT Chief like really. These appointment irked controversy. The moment news spread about Former Cricketer’s appointment in NIFT twitter and Facebook started trolling about this decision.
Former cricketer, Chetan Chauhan already is juggling a number of profiles. He is the vice-president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) and in addition to this he is serving as a senior BCCI official, and is also running a cricket academy in Delhi’s Saket Sports Complex. If this was not enough for he we would like to tell you that he also has his own printing press company!
According to the NIFT Act 2006, the chairperson of the Board of Governors (BOG) is expected to be “an eminent academician, scientist or technologist or professional, to be nominated by the ‘Visitor’ of the institute, which is the President. The term of the appointment is three years. The chairman is also part of the reviewing authority for a number of senior academic and administrative positions at the institute.
Arun Jaitley’s strong aid, Chetan was earlier unhappy with the government. Even he lobbied many times for his wife, who is working with a Public sector bank but could not get her posted at desired location.
Speaking to News Leak Centre BJP MP and Former cricketer Kirti Azad said “I am very happy for Chetan ji. He has been rewarded for signing fake bills in DDCA and filling defamation cases for those who is raising voice against corruption in cricket.” Now that’s a statement isn’t it?
Now a simple question arises that why didn’t Goverment just picked up a smart BJP leaning fashion designer to head NIFT. What’s the point of making Chetan Chauhan in-charge? Well, the answer is very simple ‘dearness’.
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Peterhof, like St Petersburg itself, is an amazing symbol of Peter's desire to make Russia a sophisticated European power. This is a Russian baroque garden, inspired by Versailles and designed by a pupil of Le Notre (Jean-Baptiste Le Blond). Peter the Great admired Versailles. For his own summer palace he chose a site with a good water supply. It stands on a natural terrace overlooking the Baltic. A fabulous marble cascade flows from the palace towards the sea, along the Samson canal. It symbolises Russia's conquest of the Baltic coast in the Great Northern War. The cascade is lined with gilded statues and leads to a basin with a gilded statue of Samson. On the south front of the palace there is a large parterre, alleys, grass plots, basins, fountains and statues. This garden contains 173 fountains. They line the canal and ornament the woods.
There are two different ways of getting to Peterhof from St. Petersburg. The easiest is by car. The most exciting is by boat. However, this option is available only between 09.05 and 30.09. Please contact us if you require more information. Please note, there is no transfer to the boat station included in the price list. Please arrange this separately or ask the guide to do it for you or contact us.
Peterhof - Park & Grand Palace
This guided tour shows you around this beautiful former tsar’s summer residence.
You will see 300-acre park on the shore of the Finish Gulf, spectacular fountains, the Grand Palace, crowning the hill above the fountains and numerous smaller Palaces and pavilions representing "Russian Versailles" now.
You will enjoy the picturesque Lower Gardens with three unique cascades and dozens of powerful water jets. You will admire a breathtaking central composition of Peterhof - the Grand Palace and Grand Cascade, with its staircases, waterfalls, an avenue of 64 fountains and 37 gilded statues. And, of course, you will have a guided tour of the Grand Palace, one of the most spectacular Russian palaces, representing architectural styles of the 18th - 19th centuries: modest Peter’s Baroque, shining Elisabeth’s Baroque, elegant Catherine’s Classicism and exotic oriental style.
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5 hours YES YES $328 $190 $149 $125 $118 $106
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Peterhof - Park & Peterhof's Monplaisir
You will enjoy the picturesque Lower Gardens with three unique cascades and dozens of powerful water jets. You will admire a breathtaking central composition of Peterhof - the Grand Palace and Grand Cascade, with its staircases, waterfalls, an avenue of 64 fountains and 37 gilded statues. And, of course, And, of course, you will have a guided tour of the Monplaisir Palace that is one of the most beautiful mini-palaces in Peterhof located right of the shore of the Gulf of Finland.
Peterhof - Park & Peterhof's Hermitage Pavilion and Catherine'sBlock
You will enjoy the picturesque Lower Gardens with three unique cascades and dozens of powerful water jets.
You will also see Peterhof’s two beautiful smaller pavilions in detail: the Hermitage Pavilion (the first “Hermitage” Palace in Russia) and Catherine’s Block that was created as the place for receptions, balls, gambling parties etc.
Peterhof - Park & Peterhof's Hermitage Pavilion and Marly Palace
You will see 300-acre park on the shore of the Finish Gulf, spectacular fountains, the Grand Palace, crowning the hill above the fountains and numerous smaller Palaces and pavilions representing «Russian Versailles» now.
And, of course, you will have a guided tour of the Hermitage Pavilion (the first “Hermitage” Palace in Russia) and Marli Palace named by Peter the Great “Marli-Le-Roi”.
ONE-DAY-TOUR: HERMITAGE MUSEUM AND BOAT TRIP TO PETERHOF with Park &Grand Palace
A combined one day tour offers a guided excursion to one of the most significant museums in the world - The State Hermitage Museum and a trip to one of the most beautiful surroundings of St. Petersburg – Peterhof , all in one day!
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Alaska, Alberta SPCA, animal abuse, animal protection, domestic abuse, domestic violence, pet protective orders, pet shelters, pet welfare, pet well-being, safe Pet Ottawa
It will come as no surprise to you, I’m sure, that there is a link between animal abuse and domestic violence. According to the Alberta SPCA, decision-making regarding leaving an abusive situation is negatively impacted by the presence of companion animals, and perhaps, to an even greater degree, by the ownership of livestock. The statistics are significant: 59% of abused women who had animals
delayed leaving out of concern for their animals. The full report can be accessed at albertaspca.org/cruelty
It is a real concern. What happens to the animals when a partner leaves an abusive relationship? In Ottawa, we now have an organization called SafePet that connects victims of abuse with a safe place for their pet. The pets are fostered until it is safe to be reunited with their family again. Find out more on their website: http://safepetottawa.com
What about legislation? What does the LAW say as to what happens to the abused animals when a marriage dissolves in Canada? I haven’t yet found anything significant in my research. What I have found so far is more focused on regulating the animal’s behaviour rather than people’s behaviour towards animals. I’m either looking in the wrong spot or there is nothing to find. The State of Alaska is addressing the issue of what happens to pets living with domestic and/or animal violence when a marriage dissolves. Alaska has devised the most comprehensible bill in the U.S. (if not the world). “Alaska HB 147 was signed into law on Oct. 27. The law, which takes effect on Jan. 17, 2017, will allow victims to petition the court for a protective order that the abuser may not remove, harm or dispose of any animals in the household, and to grant her exclusive care and custody of them. Peace officers investigating domestic violence cases must inform victims of this provision. The law also declares pets to be marital property and gives courts authority to decide individual or joint custody when people divorce, with consideration of what would be best for the animal. It also defines an act of animal abuse in this context as domestic violence.” (Link Newsletter, November 2016)
This article below is from the November 2016 Link Letter. Permission to repost was granted. Check out more on the link between animal abuse and domestic violence on their website: www.nationallinkcoalition.org
Alaska Legislation Allows Courts to Consider Pet Well-Being in Marriage Dissolutions and Pet Protective Orders
The State of Alaska has enacted the most comprehensive bill in the U.S., if not the world, addressing animal abuse committed to intimidate a spouse or partner in domestic violence settings. Gov. Bill Walker signed HB 147 into law on Oct. 27 in a ceremony that was widely awaited by the domestic violence, animal protection and Link communities (See the May 2016 LINK-Letter).
The measure, which takes effect Jan. 17, 2017, includes the following groundbreaking provisions:
The amended statutes AS 25.24.160(a),
AS 25.24.210(e), AS 25.24.220(d), AS
25.24.220(g), and AS 25.24.230(a) now
allow Alaska courts to consider the well-
being of animals when determining custody The new law will allow courts to consider animals’ well-being
or joint ownership by a couple as part of a when awarding custody in divorce cases, include pet care costs in divorce proceeding. Such a provision has divorce decrees, add pets to protection-from-abuse orders, and long been established in child custody cases define animal abuse as an act of domestic violence.
Courts may now also amend divorce or marriage dissolution agreements relating to child custody and support, visitation, division of property and retirement benefits, and spousal maintenance to include ownership of an animal, taking into consideration the well-being of the animal.
Advocates (both human and canine) were on hand on Oct. 19 when Alaska Gov. Bill Walker signedinto law the historic HB 147
AS 18.66.100(c) now allows domestic violence protective orders to grant petitioners possession of a pet, regardless of the ownership of the pet. In addition, this provision must now be printed on the form providing notice to a victim of domestic violence. Alaska joins 30 other states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico with Pet Protection Order provisions.
Petitioners can now also ask the court to issue a protective order that requires the abuser to pay support not only for the victim or minor children, but also for pets in the petitioner’s care.
Under new terms in AS 18.66.990(3), Alaska now joins eight other states where an act of animal cruelty to a pet within a domestic violence context is also defined as domestic violence and can be prosecuted accordingly. Such provisions already exist in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Maine, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, and Tennessee. In addition, Louisiana and Arkansas are believed to have provisions whereby a history of animal abuse can be defined as emotional abuse and presented in domestic violence prosecutions as an enhancement to penalties (See the February 2016 LINK-Letter).The amended statute AS 18.65.590 now defines a pet as “a vertebrate living creature maintained for companionship or pleasure.” It does not include dogs owned primarily for mushing or pulling contests or practices or animals used primarily in rodeos or stock contests.
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In this way, animal abuse silences domestic violence and sexual abuse victims, is a serious risk to pets, and is a significant barrier that prevents them from leaving violent relationships.
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Women’s shelters are forging partnerships with animal welfare groups to provide foster care for the animal victims of domestic violence, thereby enabling battered women, children and pets to leave abusive relationships earlier.
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Nolan's Next Film
Speculation and discussion about Christopher Nolan's possible and confirmed future projects.
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I’ll see anything Nolan puts out, Hughes biopic, you name it. But if it’s gonna be an IP, I know the one I’m hoping for.
https://www.imdb.com/search/title?companies=co0147954
Syncopy, Chris Nolan and Emma Thomas' company, is producing Splinter Cell, starring Tom Hardy.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0439829/?ref_=adv_li_tt
Doug Liman was originally set to direct, but is no longer attached.
https://screenrant.com/splinter-cell-mo ... dy-script/
Angus wrote: ↑
1st time I've heard of this. Could Chris possibly be the new director?
Most peculiar. I could definitely see Nolan doing an adaptation of a video game, but I feel like Splinter Cell compares mostly to Call of Duty and Battlefield and isn't really science fiction.
What's really interesting is that he made a military/war movie set in the past (Dunkirk), and this would be a modern day military/war movie set in the present with terrorism / war on terror.
Something else funny and random: I recall an interview with Jonathan Nolan back in the day where he said that Chris has played XBox with him and enjoys it, haha.
Video games are the next big wave I think in blockbuster film adaptations. Is splinter cell too close to Bond? I’ve played it here and there years ago. Barely remember it though. I think Zelda has the most upside globally imho.
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Syncopy has been on that page since at least 2012. (check the splinter cell topic on this forum).
Pretty much anyone can edit a page on it.
Syncopy was on the Bond 25 page last year which obviously never happened.
Also someone put Channing Tatum on the credits for Interstellar before that filmed.
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Synocopy has been on that page since at least 2012. (check the splinter cell topic on this forum).
Synocopy was on the Bond 25 page last year which obviously never happened.
Good insights thank you. IMDB has to be taken with a grain of salt I guess. Unless it’s from the horse’s mouth(WB), we should be skeptical.
thanks for the heads up. So, the wait continues.........
Joined: February 2012
I think there's at least 5 things we can absolutely discard:
- Space movie
- War movie
- Superhero/comic book movie
- Video game movie
- Musical or comedy (based on his own words)
Everything else seems vaguely realistic.
It doesn't have to be a big sci-fi blockbuster for the movie to make a big splash in the news. A horror or action movie would be equally anticipated at this point, especially a horror films since it's not something he's ever done and it would be really exciting to see his talents in this genre.
For me these three genres (sci-fi, action and horror) would be equally anticipated from Nolan.
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The Way We Were: The Flicks of 2013
by Roderick Allmanson at precisely 22:15
If you're on the Internet this time of year looking at movie sites, no doubt you've come across one or two "Best Of" lists. I struggle with this concept each year, because it's tough to define what really makes a great movie. Is the best movie of the year the one that made me reflect the most about myself? Was it the most fun I had at the theater? Or is it the film that accomplishes the greatest technical achievements?
My general rationale regarding what makes a movie great is its cultural staying power - which is impossible to measure in a year anyway. Even though back in the day There Will Be Blood (2007) probably got the most cultural cache, and No Country for Old Men (2007) got all the awards, who knew that in December 2013 we'd be talking the most about The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)? Does this make it the best of the three aforementioned slow moving westerns released in 2007? No, but there's never any telling with these things. It's all subjective and bonkers.
For these reasons, I've split up my favourite films of the year into three big divisions, because I'm going to the movies to get different things out of each. First we have the Blockbusters, where I'm looking at who did and did not succeed at the big spectacle (and sometimes I enjoyed the "failures" much more than the "successes"), who surprised me, and what I thought was genuinely interesting. Let's begin, counting down from no particular set number:
Blockbuster Division:
#5: Oblivion
Oblivion would have been a much better film if it had come out like thirty years ago so that it could innovate and inspire every sci-fi movie to follow instead of appearing to rip them all off. Still, even though it's a far cry from Tom Cruise's high sci-fi watermark in Minority Report (2002), it was a surprising film full of gorgeous landscapes, a likable Cruise, and even if most of the plot elements were largely lifted from dozens of other films, it was competently executed.
#4: The Lone Ranger
I loved the fact that Disney based their entire non-Marvel summer around The Lone Ranger, but Verblinski and Depp were more in a mood to make an anti-Blockbuster, pulling the rug out of its audience's feet with completely boffo shifts in tone, some of the greatest train sequences of the year (or ever), and a general disregard for big movie conventions, despite its identity as such. Racist and un-American? You got it.
#3: Iron Man 3
It took me a while to realize what Iron Man 3 did for superhero films. I'd be curious if it has as general an effect on the genre as something like The Dark Knight (2008) did. While The Dark Knight pushed everything to be "dark" and heady, Iron Man 3 asks why superhero movies can't be exactly like early 90s action movies. It both takes the suit off the Iron Man and the piss out of the Mandarin. While the fanboy in me was outraged at first, I eventually grew to appreciate Shane Black's postmodern take on the pomp and pointlessness of antiquated archrivals and their unnecessary place in the hero narrative. The result is far more interesting than Iron Man 2 (2010).
#2: Pacific Rim
Originality may be a stretch here, for Pacific Rim does borrow liberally from mecha, kaiju, and many anime genres, but still, this was the biggest, best original sci-fi of the year. It gets big points for the best world-building of the decade, its refreshingly multi-cultural cast, its relenting coolness, and Charlie Day. No other big studio film had as much fun with itself or gave its audience so much to play with this Summer.
#1: Furious 6
How did this Happen? Not only does the plot of Furious 6 run pretty tight, despite a complete disregard for physics (who cares), it changes the narrative of every movie that comes before it, which is impressive in a franchise largely written off seven years ago. From the Rock to Diesel's incredible headbutt, tank chases and runways that stretch from London to Manchester, Furious 6 announced itself as able to play with the big boys in a big way. When every other movie this summer tried so hard to be cool, this rose above the rest and lived it, baby.
Next we have what I'm calling the Prestige Division. These are the kind of high-minded films I'm betting we'll see on many end-of-year lists, but I've probably thrown in a few wacky choices. I'd consider these to mostly be thought-provoking dramas, but a single genre definition essentially eludes the collection I have here:
Prestige Division:
#8: The Way Way Back
This movie tends to come along every couple years. Sometimes it's called Superbad (2007), sometimes it's Adventureland (2009), but it always tends to be tough to get sick of. The Way Way Back takes itself slightly more serious than either of these two, and thanks to Sam Rockwell sliding into a perfect role (he tends to have a lot of those), and Carell caring less and less about stardom, this one works.
#7: Side Effects
I can't stop being a Soderbergh junkie, and this, supposedly his final theatrical film, brings everything you could want from the man. The narrative juggles and switches protagonists like no film since No Country for Old Men (2007), and continually threads a mystery between who to believe and who is full of shit. It's tense fun with a slight critique of Big Pharma for being huge dicks. Rooney, Jude, Channing, and Catherine are all must watches.
#6: American Hustle
Hustle, even amidst criticisms of being "Scorsese Lite," is a damned fine bit of filmmaking. David O. Russell essentially combines the casts of The Fighter (2010) and Silver Linings Playbook (2012) in a slick ABSCAM piece that has tremendous fun with itself. Is it a comedy? That's a question that rages across a lot of flicks this year, and Hustle, while probably not as groundbreaking as Silver Linings, is just as enjoyable.
#5: 12 Years A Slave
Steve McQueen finally brings instant acclaim to his filmmaking abilities with a brutal look at slavery in its nadir in the 1840s. It's not only a portrayal designed to shock audiences into recognition and remembrance of slavery's horrors, but a critical examination of black identity, the survival of hope among hoplessness, and the corrupting influence of the peculiar institution. Spoiler alert: this one gets all the awards come March.
#4: Inside Llewyn Davis
Somehow Llewyn stands out among Coen Bros films, which grows more difficult with each subsequent film they release. Biting bitter comedy flicks in and out with splashes of irreplaceable wit in an otherwise exceedingly sad film. "Please Mr. Kennedy" should be the song of the year and with John Goodman's presence turning The Artist (2011) and Argo (2012) into Best Picture winners, can he go three for three?
#3: Wolf of Wall Street
If Goodfellas (1990) had never existed, I may have listed this higher. Any breakthroughs this may make in narrative Scorsese already accomplished with his seminal gangster flick. Still, Wolf is crazy good, with the kinds of overflow of sex and drugs we've always dreamed of seeing on screen. At its heart, though, it's a tortured an uncomfortably funny tale of a man who can't do anything but make money, at the expense of everyone around him, including himself. There's not a better fable to tell in an age where the financial sector regularly screws over the entire world.
#2: Gravity
Picking between these last two was very difficult. They both get a lot of points for using their medium really well. Gravity provides a reason to go to the theater again during a time when the entire industry is whining that they're losing out to Netflix and home viewing options. It's a nauseating, dizzying turn through space with a ridiculous performance out of Sandy Bullock that genuinely works best when paying for a premium 3D IMAX ticket. Finally, a film that makes the trip worthwhile. As soon as other studios learn this, everyone can get a slice of that Gravity pie.
#1: Spring Breakers
Even though it's an incredibly important film for the medium, Gravity really didn't have the story to push it to the #1 spot. I'll give that to Harmony Korine's gritty dirty Spring Breakers, which feels like a dream when watching it. It's bathed in neon excess, Britney Spears rhythms, guns, cash, and a lot of delusional dreams, both broken and half-fulfilled. James Franco's "Spring breeeeaaakk" breathy whisper echoes throughout the slow scene construction over and over again, and unpredictable craziness flows at every turn, not only because it was primarily filmed with real spring breakers interacting with four hot Disney starlets. It crawls and oozes like only it can and remains the trippiest flick of the year.
Finally, we have a smattering of movies that don't really belong anywhere. I doubt you'd find these on any "Best Of" lists, but a handful were the most fun I've had at the cinema in years. In favor of continually eschewing any regard for form or convention, here are the downright funnest flicks of the year:
Fun Division:
#6: Warm Bodies
I'm basically at the point where I'll reward a movie for just not sucking. That's Warm Bodies, which takes what could have been a pretty stupid Twilight-esque premise and eschews any sort of expectation that could come along with that. The Zombie genre has been deconstructed time and time again by now, but perhaps never better than in this romantic comedy. The hokey ending be damned, this was a nice surprise.
#5: Don Jon
Otherwise known as Jersey Shore: The Movie, Don Jon showcases Joseph Gordon-Levitt as a competent and confident filmmaker, pushes a love of porn and girls in some new exciting directions (seriously), and offers a smooth ride from beginning to end. I'm still not sure what it is about this trashy sub-culture that attracts so much adoration from the general public looking it, maybe it's just how ridiculous yet commonplace their generally accepted behavior is within their own communities. I dunno. I can't stop watching, though.
#4: This is The End
I would put this at the top of my list for the whole year, but I understand there's a pretty heavy caveat - just about all enjoyment of this film depends on whether or not the viewer is pretty familiar with the culturally accepted social personas of the actors involved, as well as whether or not the viewer enjoyed Pineapple Express (2008). I'm a big supporter of both, so I had more fun watching this flick than any other single movie this year. Since it's so dependent on buying into that quasi-fictional world though, it's ultimately held back from being a truly great comedy. I also really didn't buy that Backstreet Boys reunion.
#3: You're Next
Probably the greatest marketing for any movie all time, You're Next proved to be the best kind of horror film - small, scary, fun, and effortlessly iconic. There were a lot of pretty good horror flicks this year, notably The Conjuring and even Insidious: Chapter 2, but James Wan can't get all the credit for reviving the genre. This little renegade movie needs a whole lot more attention than it's been given so far.
#2: Pain & Gain
Auteur Michael Bay's greatest film, and notably one of the most insane experiences at the cinema this year, Pain & Gain presents a non-stop assault on the senses, but not in that normal explosion-driven Bay way. Is the American Dream completely delusional? What's the price for success in a world that restricts the working class and rewards the liars and cheats? What's the best road to the top - honesty, steroids, theft, murder, or cooking hands on the grill? These are the big questions that I'm not sure Bay is even sure he's asking, but Pain & Gain contemplates them all pretty thoughtfully while serving up constant insane nonsense. It's a spectacle.
#1: The World's End
What's more to say? The fourth of four end-of-the-world comedies to premiere this year, and the second on this list, The World's End caps the Cornetto Trilogy and doesn't disappoint at all, in fact there's a good argument to be made it's the best of the three. Without a lot of fluff or other goofiness in the kind of film that could easily slip up, this flick provides laughs, some of Simon Pegg's strongest character work, and an answer to the hundreds of man-child alcoholic films that began with Will Ferrell and have accelerated through Todd Phillips' Hangover series. Every inch of this movie is covered in brilliance and it's thoughtfully the best outright comedy of a year full of pretty great ones.
Actor of the Year:
This was a pretty tough call this year. Tom Hanks had a few high profile roles in Captain Phillips and Saving Mr. Banks, but despite his admirable best efforts, both those flicks were kind of shitty. 2013 will always be remembered as the year everyone started treating Matthew McConaughey with more respect between Mud, Dallas Buyers Club, and The Wolf of Wall Street, but none of those flicks were really mainstream. Therefore I'm kind of torn between James Franco and Dwayne The Rock Lobster.
Now, The Rock starred in one of the biggest films of the year, Furious 6 as well as Pain & Gain, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, and Snitch. The thing is, though, only the first two of these films were really that notable, and neither especially because of Dwayne. Franco had a little bit of everything this year - big blockbuster potential with Oz the Great and Powerful, indie cred with Spring Breakers, a comedy blast with This is The End, and a bizarre domestic drama, Homefront. Not only that, but he appeared in small films such as The Iceman, Third Person, and Lovelace, and directed three additional festival films. He was also roasted on Comedy Central. Now, Franco may have the same lack of widespread cultural influence that the Rock did, but for sheer volume and diversity he gets our Actor of the Year award, with Dwayne a close second.
Actress of the Year:
This was also a very tough decision. Jennifer Lawrence just like last year has awards buzz from American Hustle, won the Academy Award for Silver Linings Playbook, and starred in one of the biggest films of the year, Hunger Games: Catching Fire. I'm also looking at Amy Adams, who had a slice of big budget blockbuster with Man of Steel, and two smaller great films in Her and American Hustle.
This duel, however, is coming down to the two starts of The Heat, Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy. Besides the success of The Heat, Bullock owned Gravity, and McCarthy added a supporting role in The Hangover Part III and provided a lot of the success of the year's first hit, Identity Thief. I'm not going to question the cultural impact of Gravity, however, and Bullock will get our Actress of the Year Award.
Scenes of the Year:
#11: When Oz's head finally makes its appearance in Oz the Great and Powerful, there's a lot of clever pay off there that encapsulates the entire movie and this douchebag's journey from Kansas to Oz.
#10: Pick any train scene from The Lone Ranger or The Wolverine. Why were trains in this year?
#9: Much of Star Trek Into Darkness fell flat, but Kirk and Harrison's (c'mon if you don't know who he really is by now) space jump saw Abrams briefly find a moment to equal the thrill and excitement of Star Trek (2009)
#8: There's not much more to say about the powerful hanging scene from 12 Years a Slave - McQueen lingers uncomfortably long on Northrup's body - if you don't get the point after the first thirty seconds, maybe another thirty will do.
#7: There were two big SPOILER-y superhero scenes that changed a lot in the genre this year - the first upends everything Superman is supposed to be about when Man of Steel kills Zod. The second is when Tony Stark finds out about Trevor Slattery and everyone's idea of what makes a supervillain is completely upended.
#6: Michael Cera has always seemed like kind of an enigma, but his brief turn in This is The End blows by ridiculous into a super-insane coke-fueled, Rihanna ass-slapping glory.
#5: Did you hear the apocalypse was cancelled? The best moment in Pacific Rim may be both of Gipsy Danger's Kaiju exterminations in Hong Kong (a double tap and a sudden massive sword, respectively), but when Idris Elba tells us that they're cancelling the apocalypse - damn if we don't buy his conviction.
#4: Gravity lets you know what kind of innovative, unique movie it's going to be from that first, exhaustive opening scene scrolling through the infinity of space.
#4: Smaug Awakes in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug - it's as if this whole crummy cash grab was worth it - Smaug is an incredible character and Peter Jackson offers us a rare pay off that's really worth it.
#3: Say what you may about Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, and many will point to the absurd obligatory battle scene, but for me, nothing beats the moment where the family says goodbye to Doby.
#2: It's hard to pick a scene from Spring Breakers. The most famous scene is surely James Franco serenading his masked beauties to the tune of Britney Spears' "Everytime," but I dig the crazy tension and character turn when the ladies make him fellate his own gun.
#1: You knew this was coming. Leo, on Quaaludes goes into the cerebral palsy phase in The Wolf of Wall Street. It's horrifying, hilarious and full of powerful character moments all at once. Scene of the year.
Trailers of the Year:
I always like dishing on trailers as their own special artform. Let's begin with films that came out this year:
Gravity - This first teaser still scares the shit out of me. In just 90 seconds the trailer demonstrates the inescapable fear, loneliness, and terror of the whole film, as well as a brief showcase of the crazy good effects. Seeing just this in 3D IMAX for the first time was more memorable than the Man of Steel that followed it.
Don Jon - Trailers have the unenviable task of capturing the spirit of a film, grabbing our attention without spoiling big moments, and getting our butts in seats. Don Jon provided a memorable trailer based on a simple man's routine that's interrupted by a unique woman that shows a lot of story but leaves the viewer intrigued for more. And the music's perfect.
Hunger Games: Catching Fire - I give this a lot of props because I didn't see The Hunger Games (2012), and have no desire to see Catching Fire, but this trailer really made me want to check it out. It's mostly the intriguingly conniving dialogue between Don Sutherland and Philip Seymour here that catches my fancy, hinting at some brains behind this bippity YA adaptation. You have my attention - thanks, trailer.
The Wolf of Wall Street - Even if the film itself is really just Goodfellas meets Boiler Room (2000), the trailer presents itself as wildly original. It's got a fine slice of insane douchebaggery on display, exhibits Leo's totally unhinged performance, and presents the film's irreverent tone set to the intense thumping of Kanye's "Black Skinhead" - a match between clips and song made in heaven to perfect demonstrate the theme of this flick. MORE IS NEVER ENOUGH couldn't be a better thesis for this flick. Completely engaging and instantly re-watchable, it's a nigh perfect trailer.
There is aother set of trailers that came out in 2013 for films premiering in 2014. Let's wrap up the year in movies by dishing on them:
The LEGO Movie - I can't think of a worse idea for a movie than LEGOs. I mean, I love LEGOs, but the point is to play and build with them, not watch them on a screen. This trailer gets a lot of credit then, for just being damned funny ("The 2002 NBA All-Star Team...") and hinting that maybe, just maybe this won't suck.
Captain America: The Winter Solider - Could probably go without seeing the Helicarrier go down, but as far as cookie cutter Marvel superhero flicks go, this seems solid. More than Thor 2 (2013), this looks to push Cap's ideals as far as they go, especially through S.H.I.E.L.D., which seems like a nice little dose of Civil War. I'm intrigued more than I should be.
Godzilla - This is another movie that really needs to prove in its marketing material that it won't suck. The trailer succees with a kind of urgency that is usually lacking in previous campy Godzilla films, GINO (1998) included. It wisely sticks with just shots of shadows, and destruction, mostly around one scene, which aptly demonstrates just what kind of film this wants to be - a badass realistic interpretation of the Big Tokyo Stomper. Walter White can't hurt.
X-Men: Days of Future Past - How the hell were they going to pull this one off? While holding back a lot of his hand, Bryan Singer helps us remember how he started all this superhero nonsense - with damned good character work. This trailer doesn't need a big explosion at its climax to let us know it's a big shouty important movie - merely one man saying to his younger self, "We need you to hope again." It understands where its drama is and promises a hell of a ride by way of character, not set pieces. If that holds, that'll be about the best we can hope for.
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The Ventura Audubon Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday February 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd., Ventura. The program, “Where in the World is Ormond Beach and Why Do We Care?” will be an overview of this valuable bird habitat and its inhabitants. VAS Board member, Web Master, and super birder Reed Smith will present this exciting program. He has been monitoring this sensitive area for years and will give an expert’s view of its history and what’s in store for its future, at the same time showing wonderful slides of the area’s birds.Reed is a retired Game Warden who now works part time as a field naturalist. His projects include monitoring and protecting California Least Terns and Western Snowy Plovers. He also works on restoring coastal areas including Mandalay State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh to natural conditions.The meeting is open to the public. For information call 643-5825 or 484-8415.Field Trips: Note that rain cancels any trip.Feb. 3, Birds and Butterflies at Lake Los Carneros, Goleta. The lake, willows, and surrounding grassy scrub land with pines, oaks and eucalyptus should provide a wide variety of birds and wintering monarchs. Meet at the Ventura History Museum parking lot, 100 E. Main, at 7:45 to carpool, or at the lake at 8:30 a.m. North on Hwy 101 through Santa Barbara to Los Carneros Rd. then turn north toward the mountains. Go 2 blocks north on Los Carneros Rd. and turn right at the fire station into the parking lot for Stow House. Leader: Jack Gillooly (646-3867)
Feb. 13, Ventura County Game Preserve 8:00 a.m. Ducks, peeps, ibis, raptors, and more will be seen. Take Casper Rd.south from Hueneme Rd. (between Saviers Rd. and Highway 1). Follow the left curve to the barn/house buildings and turn right into the preserve. The group will car pool around this hunting grounds next to Pt. Mugu. Leader: Reed Smith (644-9344)Feb. 23, Foster Park 8:00 a.m. Take Highway 33 to Casitas Vista exit, to Foster Park. Meet at the entrance to the lower park beside the bridge with lions, park under the overpass. Leader: Linda O’Neill (649-9408)Feb. 26, Youth/Beginners Trip, Carpinteria Marsh Meet at 8:00 a.m. at History Museum parking lot to carpool, or 8:30 a.m. at marsh/park entrance. Bring water, binoculars, field guide, and wear walking shoes and hat. All birders 10 years old and up are welcome. Youths must be with an adult. Trip will end at 11:00. Leaders: Tina Gorelik (644-2542) and Peg Stevens (648-2495)Restoration Work Day, Hedrick Ranch Nature Area Restoration Program, Santa Paula Feb.6, 9:00 a.m.-noon. Early arrival for birding the area is a good warm-up exercise and usually yields some interesting birds. Wear sturdy work shoes and gardening gloves. Water and snacks available. Take 126 to Santa Paula, 10th St. Exit. Go left under freeway, rt. on Harvard, rt. on 12th, cross S.C. river bridge. Go 3.7 miles to 20395 S. Mountain Rd., entry gate on left. Go north approximately 1/2 mile on ag. road to parking area adjacent to the Santa Clara riverbed. Hard rain may cancel or delay a workday. If the situation looks questionable on a scheduled day, you may call Sandy on his cell phone (805-340-0478) for a report. Sandy Hedrick: (340-0478 or 643-2408).
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When British Rail gave the go ahead to Electrify the full length of the East Coast Main Line from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh and Leeds it was obvious that new trains would need to be built to operate fast and regular services, these in turn would replace the High Speed Train Diesel units that had been running up and down on services since the late 1970’s.
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BREL at Crewe Locomotive works constructed the locos which at the time were the most powerful locos in the UK at 6,300 hp. Initially, as new rolling stock was not ready, they ran in a surrogate formation on Kings Cross-Leeds services with the very coaches they were replacing being used during the initial “running in” period, these coaches from Intercity 125 trains were complimented by a DVT Class 43 power car, which was effectively one end of an Inter City 125 diesel unit which would continue to provide the train heating and electrical supply to these “modified” trains. However in practice break downs were common and it was not unusual to see the HST power car towing the formation with the electric locomotive totally powerless on the rear.
In time a large number of teething problems were ironed out and the new Mark 4 carriages were introduced into service, the first passenger run had been on a Kings Cross-Peterborough commuter service in March 1989 and to this day a record for a British Locomotive hauled train remains unbroken at 162 mph set in September 1989 whilst pushing a mark 4 set near Little Bytham, not far from where the steam locomotive Mallard achieved it’s world record 126 mph run at Essendine in 1938.
The locos were delivered in the once familiar white Inter City livery as new with a swallow on the side, which coincided with the first loco 91001 being named Swallow, although the nameplate was not of the traditional cast type carried by locos previously in the UK and was quite inconspicuous in its looks.
With the advent of Rail privatisation, GNER (Great North Eastern Railway) were awarded the franchise to operate trains on the East Coast and this resulted in the locos and the stock being reliveried in a dark blue livery with a waist high red stripe. During the tenure of GNER the fleet received reliability modifications in Doncaster Works and this resulted in the locos being renumbered to 91101-91122 and 91124-91132 (91023 became 91132 more about this later).
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Unfortunately 91023 was involved in two serious rail accidents involving loss of life, one at Hatfield and one at Great Heck, it was decided after the second accident to avoid the loco being referred to as a jinx to renumber the loco during its reliability mods overhaul to 91132.
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In 2007 GNER lost the East Coast Franchise and the new incumbents National Express East Coast (NXEC) rebranded the trains. The attractive blue livery remained with a white stripe being applied over the red stripe literally overnight, it was quite common to arrive at Kings Cross on the days surrounding the ownership change and find a team of Rail workers apply the white stripe on one side only before the trains next departure, quite unique in your compilers opinion on any rail network in Europe at least.
NXEC gave up the operation of the East Coast franchise in 2009 and as an interim measure, this has been run by Directly Operated Railways calling itself East Coast trains. The stock is currently being reliveried in a silver and then grey livery with East Coast branding, currently about a third of the locos have been reliveried and one (91101) has recently had further vinyls applied promoting the Flying Scotsman in conjunction with the significant changes to the May 2011 timetable change.
The locos continue to rack up large daily mileage with diagrams usually seeing them work at least 1000 miles on a normal day, all 31 locos remain in service and currently all of the fleet is one by one returning to works for an 8 yearly overhaul, which includes the repainting into the East Coast Silver/Grey livery.
No obvious replacement for these 20 odd year old locos is in sight, the chances are they will continue to work East Coast Main Line services for another ten years or more. Destinations where the class can be found are Edinburgh, Leeds and Kings Cross, with one daily diagram to and from Glasgow and Bradford and one evening diagram to Skipton, a location that had never seen one diagrammed until May 2011. One class member was taken to Hamburg for a Railway exhibition in the late 1980s, failing that they have never strayed far, 91005 worked a Hertfordshire Railtour from Kings Cross to Glasgow returning to Kings Cross and other than a couple of appearances from Edinburgh to Carlisle in the classes British rail years they have remained constantly anchored to the East Coast Main Line.
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Fiction #241
(published August 25, 2005)
Driving Self Destruction
by Mike Pilola
Johnny was twenty-four and sick of everything, and at 4pm last Friday, he decided to end his life.
It wasn't premeditated, really. It just kind of came to him in the bathtub, as he washed between his toes. He had been thinking how cumbersome his toes were, how they seemed to perform no useful function. At best, they served as bony platforms for the thick, blonde hairs that sprouted out of them like ugly toe-pubes. They looked deranged. Threatening somehow. Johnny realized that he hated his toes, that he resented spending precious seconds of his life washing them. And so he decided to kill himself, right in the middle of his daily bubble bath.
The yellow rubber duck seemed to sense what he was thinking and shot a disdainful glare from its fierce-blue rubber duck eyes. Johnny did his best to ignore this, stretching towards his father's medicine cabinet to rummage for the instrument of his demise. As he leaned, he caught a glimpse of himself through the thin patina of moisture that had condensed on the mirror. He had forgotten to shave again, and reddish-blonde stubble was beginning to gallop over what was quickly becoming a second chin. His bloated face looked baggy and limp compared to the rest of his lanky body, and he couldn't help but wonder if his head had simply given up on itself.
"Motivation," he mimicked in a rather good impression of his therapist as he flipped the mirror open to reveal a small army of bottles. Many were his anti-depressants: he had been taking them for almost a year now, ever since he was diagnosed as bipolar, and they stood at attention in a row at the front of the cabinet like soldiers. Setting them at ease, he reached far back into the cabinet toward more interesting specimens, bottles with large colorful pills inside.
Without reading any labels, he grabbed one, filled a Looney Tunes Dixie cup with cool sink water, and returned to the bubbly murk of the tub. The duck bobbed up and down in Johnny's wake.
"Screw you for judging me," he said to the rubber avian, fiddling with the childproof top of the orange plastic bottle. The duck had, of course, done nothing of the sort, but did not take offense. The bath water was cooling now, and the oily syrup that spawned the bubbles was beginning to make Johnny's skin itch. An iceberg of foam crashed into his crotch.
Just as he managed to open the bottle, the phone in the kitchen rang, a piercing noise that penetrated the cheaply painted door of the bathroom and his bones with equal ease. It wasn't very loud, but this was Johnny's first suicide attempt and his nerves were doing jumping jacks beneath his flesh. So as the shrill of the telephone rang up his spine he flinched and the bottle plummeted down into the bubbly mounds of bath foam, landing gently against his thigh.
Attempting to ignore the sudden cacophony, he groped for the bottle, excavated it from the crotch-iceberg, and slung it back bubbles and all.
"Goodbye, cruel world," he pondered aloud to the rubber duck, "how's that for a clichŽ?"
Instead of responding, the duck drifted slowly away in disdain. All throughout the lonely rooms of the two story house the phone continued to ring, and as he closed thin lizard lids over gray eyes Johnny wondered if the teeth-rattling telephone bell would be the last noise he ever heard.
Seconds later, however, it was replaced by something far more threatening.
"Hel-lo," a valley-girl voice called from somewhere down the hall, "is somebody going to get that?"
John cursed the fact that the last voice to grace his ears would be Marcy's, his cheerleader of a little sister. He sunk farther down into the water, as if the bubbles would shelter him from her voice, from the phone, from this Schoenberg orchestra of house sounds. His stomach started to twist, and behind clenched eyelids he envisioned bile mid-coitus with bubble syrup, exploding into fountains of greenish foam that would build and build until his skinny body burst from the pressure. He let out a thin fart of anticipation.
Suddenly, there was a clamor at the door and he could hear his sister's tiny, painted-pink nails rapping the old wood.
"Johnny, I don't know what you're doing in there, you perv, but get your ass out here. Nick's on the phone."
Filling immediately with the overwhelming desire to smite her, he grabbed the nearest object he could find and hurled it in the direction of her voice. The rubber duck bounced off the peeling white paint of the door and landed just shy of the garbage can.
"Tell Nick I'm in the middle of something."
Marcy made a noise of disgust, and he listened as she conveyed his message and dropped the cordless phone onto the thinly carpeted floor.
"You'd better not be whacking off in there," she called, "I need to get ready for the dance tonight."
John's insides were really churning now, and he was beginning to wonder exactly what he had swallowed, besides bubble syrup of course. Retrieving the bottle from the water, his jaw dropped disobediently into open horror as he scanned its dripping label. No sooner had runny black ink spelled out the words: Viagra: 300mg when he began to feel action somewhere besides his stomach.
"If you're not out of there by the time I count to ten," Marcy said as she rattled the doorknob, "I swear to God, I'm coming in."
"No!" he shouted. Scrambling out of the tub, he banged his knee against the commode and sent the toilet paper spinning with his forehead as he careened towards the sticky floor. Letting out a small yelp of pain, he collapsed against the bathroom tiles and, consequentially, onto his newfound erection.
Laying in a crumple on clammy linoleum, he heard Marcy counting, reaching over the door for the makeshift key that his mom kept up there for some reason. Cradling his injured self with one hand, the other reached up and snatched at the towel on the rack so hard that metal and plaster rained down on his naked body. Wrapping the towel around himself, he mustered just enough willpower to thrust his head over the toilet as a soupy mix of partially digested Viagra, bubbles, and bile came gushing out of his protesting stomach.
When his sister unlocked the door, Johnny was passed out with his head in the crapper, a towel that barely concealed a raging boner, and a rubber ducky perching suspiciously nearby.
"Fucking sicko," she muttered, and closed the door again.
"That's the most awful thing I've ever heard," said Nick, after hearing Johnny's account of Friday's bath-time adventures. Nick shoved his hands into his baggy jeans and retrieved a broken cigarette. Cursing, he tossed it out of the open window of Johnny's '94 Chevy Blazer.
"What can I say," John replied, "can't do anything right."
"So what did she do? After she found you choking on your own vomit?"
"Nothing, at first. Then, when I couldn't lift my head out of the toilet long enough for her to take a shower, she called 911."
Johnny turned the wheel hard and his rusty black jeep hurtled into the Anna's Subs parking lot.
"Apparently, you can't die if you puke up all the drugs. Remind me to make a mental note."
The air was thick and heavy, and a warm breeze blasted Johnny as he opened the door. Despite the fact that he knew his friend was a Dean's list student at James Madison University, he still thought Nick looked like a gypsy, some relic of the sixties or a homeless person, or both. His long dark hair was blowing greasily in the wind, sending aromas of reefer and incense streaming into the heat. His unwashed shirt and sandals weren't really helping his image, either.
"What did your folks say, when they found out?"
Johnny slammed his door and began to cross the parking lot over towards Anna's. The sub shop was in a strip mall, just outside of Langley Air Force base. Its red-shingled roof was beginning to come undone, and large flaps of Italian eatery were beginning to blow away in the strong wind. An F-15 roared overhead, cutting through a sky pregnant with storm. He wondered what it was doing, flying when the weather was obviously going to shit.
"We didn't say anything at first," he pulled the door open and let Nick amble through first. "Then, after dinner, my dad came out of the bathroom with both guns blazing. 'Where are my pills, boy?' He thought I was snorting them."
"Snorting them?"
"Snorting them. And then my mom, how did she put it? She told me there are healthier ways to be 'kinky.'"
"If you were doing something kinky with them," Nick said as the bells hanging from the door by a shoestring jingled, "you probably wouldn't have tried to off yourself."
Johnny kept his eyes on the floor.
"Welcome to Anna's. Is it just you two fellas this afternoon?" The hostess didn't sound too enthused. She looked about Marcy's age. Unintentionally looking her up and down, Johnny became entranced with the way her thin white polo shirt struggled to stay tucked in to her tight jeans. A blue wrist brace swallowed the majority of her left arm, and his eyes danced between it and a sliver of brown skin which teased out from beneath it. Her complexion was dark, Mediterranean. Johnny immediately developed an inexplicable craving for falafel.
Suddenly, he had to grimace. His wandering mind had stirred a sore instrument. "Little Johnny" was still tender from its impact with the bathroom floor, followed by a mind-numbing six-hour erection. Fighting to keep his exhausted member down, he closed his eyes and pictured as many horrible things as he could fathom in a disturbing montage, set to Bach's Magnificat in E-flat. Every other image seemed to be of his big, hairy toes.
Nick asked for smoking, even though he didn't have any smokes, and they followed the girl back to a booth by the window. The place was nearly empty on Sundays, its many tables and chairs occupied by a few soldiers and a couple high school kids.
"So what the hell would I do if you had succeeded, man?" Nick had ordered the Vegan special, and while he waited for it to come he bummed a cigarette from a kid who didn't look old enough to buy them yet. It was poorly packed, and some of the tobacco fell in Nick's hair and hid itself against his dirty, brown T-shirt.
"Eating by yourself right now. Can we talk about something else?" Johnny's eyes were drawn outside, away from the quiet restaurant buzz of Anna's subs. The air was deep purple outside, and a great pillar of light was pouring through a crack in the storm clouds above. Johnny thought it looked lonely.
Heavy raindrops were starting to pound against the window in twos. The waitress brought their coffee.
"If you don't want to talk about it," Nick said, about halfway through his smoke, "then I won't bring it up again. Not for a while." He took a long draw from his coffee cup. "But one last thing, before we go back to talking about music, and grass, and how hot your sister is."
"Shut up."
"Oh, don't even act," Nick said, and smiled for the first time all afternoon. "You ever try something like that again, I'll kill you."
Johnny didn't feel much like laughing, but smiled despite himself. "Deal. If I ever knock myself off, you can run me over with the smog-hog."
"And screw your sister?" Nick added, eyebrows raised.
"And screw my sister," Johnny said, throwing his pizza crust at Nick's greasy neck.
Johnny hadn't told Nick that his second brush with death had already occurred, only hours after his first.
"He's definitely got, like, extreme self-destructive tendencies."
Marcy and the doctor nested on the end of the bed, and had been talking since John had first regained consciousness. Neither one of them seemed to notice that he was back with them, though even in his semi-delirious state John could notice the physician's blatant interest in his sister's breasts.
"Can't you do anything about that?" his sister pointed to the white pyramid that was forming out of the hospital sheets, looming over the flat desert of Johnny's belly.
"I'm afraid the medicine is just going to have to run its course," he said, a little too cheerfully. He looked fresh out of med school, too young, too handsome, like he belonged on the television more than he did in the ER. Johnny let out a moan to make his presence known and the doctor rose to come examine him.
"I'm going to release you tonight," he announced after asking Johnny a few questions about depression, drug use, and bulimia. He had lied, explaining that he had swallowed the pills hoping to enhance his performance with a date he had planned for later that night. Marcy snickered at this, and when the doctor turned away, Johnny flicked her off with as many digits as possible.
"Next time, try Ginseng," the doctor said, flashing a movie poster smile. His attempts to conceal his gawking at Marcy were invisible as he left to get Johnny a wheelchair.
One elevator trip later, Johnny was discarding the chair in the hospital lobby, and his biggest problem seemed to be where to tuck his penis, so as not to disturb any nearby children and their mothers. Tucking the tender instrument as discretely as possible in the elastic of his shorts, he tugged Marcy away from the doctor and out of the sliding hospital doors. Despite his own disregard for health, as he ambled towards the car Johnny couldn't help but be a little offended about the ease with which he escaped the hospital. Within an hour of waking up in the hospital bed, Marcy was already speeding back home with him, bitching about how she only had forty minutes to get ready for the prom.
"If you want to ruin your life," she shouted, "that's fine by me. But you don't fuck with the prom, Johnny. You don't fuck with me!"
Back in his darkened room, waiting for his parents to get back from work, Johnny stewed in the awkwardness of it all. Like the blank white walls of his room, something felt empty in him, barren somehow. Stretched flat on his back, he watched the headlights of passing cars shooting through his naked blinds, racing geometric patterns across the ceiling. He glanced down at his persistent member, praying that it would retreat soon.
"Is this what it's all about?" he asked aloud. "Is my life nothing more than an unsatisfied woody?"
With that, he pulled the blinds up and opened the window. Stepping outside onto the roof, he looked out across his suburban neighborhood, wedged right into the armpit of the city of Hampton, Virginia. It was a city that smelled faintly of saltwater and fish factories to outsiders, a place that stunk even to long-time residents in the heat of summertime. Every house within sight looked virtually the same to him, with one or two variations; maybe one had a two-car garage, while another had an extra window in the master bedroom. All essentially identical. Each contained 2.5 children, a dog, a dad with Viagra in his medicine cabinet. Dropping his eyes down to the driveway below, he wondered if it was far enough down to do the trick.
"If I'm not careful I'll end up paralyzed in all five limbs," he said as he crouched in the cool night air. He pictured himself in a body cast, mummified up to the neck with a little obelisk shooting out of his crotch. Shuddering, he turned his attention to the silver Mercedes that had just turned the corner.
His sister's date didn't bother to exit his expensive car, but rather honked the horn twice as he pulled into the drive. Not wanting to be seen, Johnny tried to back through his window, only to slam his head against the glass and go rolling off the roof. The bushes below the porch broke his fall, and Marcy didn't seem to notice him there as she walked gracefully out to the car.
"Hey sexy," John heard a voice say through his sister's open car door. "Did somebody just fall out of that window right there?"
"Shut up and drive," she replied, "if you're even thinking about getting any tonight, just shut up and drive."
The windshield wipers beat to the rhythm of a zesty samba, and as the smog-hog Blazer chortled out of the Anna's Subs parking lot, one of the headlights went out. Johnny took this as a sign that the day would only get worse.
Opening up the glove compartment, Nick spied something puzzling which he proceeded to extract with two fingers and hold away from him like dirty laundry.
"Friend of yours?" he inquired, squeaking the duck once for shits and giggles.
"Well, we've been through so much together, I figured I ought to let him hang out with us."
The duck's fierce-blue rubber duck eyes would have rolled, had they not been painted on. Nick placed it in the cup holder.
The barrage of water evaporated as it hit the hot pavement, and a sea of steam rose off the road as Johnny wove through traffic. Where the water wasn't escaping back into the humid atmosphere, it collected along the sidewalks: a sign that the city's deteriorating road and transportation funds had failed to repair the drainage systems again. Nick's driveway was beginning to flood as they pulled into it.
"I'm heading back to school tonight," Nick said, unlocking his door. "I promise to keep in touch, if you promise to keep on breathing."
"I'll see what I can do, buddy."
Nick hesitated a moment before he got out of the car. At first, Johnny thought Nick might be afraid that the heavy storm was too much like a shower. Nick's bathing habits (or lack thereof) had always been a mystery to him. Maybe hippies didn't shower out of some principle. Maybe Nick had experienced some traumatic bath time fiasco: Johnny knew all about those now. Somehow, however, the ambiance in the car was much thicker than mere aqua phobia.
"Look man," Nick began, finally, "you haven't been acting the same lately. You keep saying things you don't usually say. You keep?"
"I know. I'm just," Johnny hesitated, looking away as if his answer lay hidden, shoved under the red rubber floor mat, "I'm just so bored. I think I just feel?"
The rain grew audibly louder in their silence over the next few minutes. Johnny wanted to tell Nick he wasn't going to try it again. He wanted to tell his friend that when he went back to JMU, he wouldn't drive his car into a lake, or slit his wrists during his next bubble bath. Before he could form any words, however, Nick extended his hand and told him to take care of himself.
"You'll be fine man," he said, smoothing his long bangs behind his ears.
"I know," said Johnny, "Now I just have to figure that out."
Sending water flying almost as high as the jeep's roof, John sped out of Nick's neighborhood and back towards town. He knew Nick was right about him not acting right lately. He found himself dreaming in sarcasm, and waking up jaded. Only recently, he had stopped talking back to his father. Thinking back to Friday night, he chuckled at his parents' open-mouthed stares as he marched silently upstairs, nose and boner each turned toward the sky. It wasn't much, but it was certainly something his therapist would call an "indicator." What it indicated, he wasn't sure. It wasn't rational, and yet he didn't feel the need to be rational anymore. Grinning, he turned off his windshield wipers.
Johnny didn't feel much like going home tonight, and even though he had to work tomorrow he decided to see how long he could drink before he threw up again.
"You don't have to kill yourself all at once," Johnny declared to the duck as water began to blur the scenery outside the windshield beyond recognition. The duck wasn't paying much attention, since it had never considered killing itself at all. Not even for a second.
"Besides," Johnny continued, "once the bartender kicks me out, maybe I'll crash into a telephone pole on the way home. What do you say?"
The duck, of course, said nothing.
The Body Politic was a saloon with a hell of an attitude problem and great deals on domestic beer. It consisted of one room that was about as big as a gym locker, and smelled about half as nice. Johnny told everyone it was his favorite, and the duck was no exception as he pulled up a stool for each of them at the bar.
"I'll have a Coors, my good lady," Johnny said, "and he'll take a shot of vodka."
The bartender was a skinny old woman who looked like she liked other skinny old women. There was something mannish, almost intimidating about her. Maybe it was the way she walked around with a burning cigarette filter in her tight, dry lips, or her overalls, or the way her graying hair was shaved off into a military buzz-cut. Maybe it was the eye patch.
"Rail, or top shelf?" she barked at them without checking either of their IDs.
Johnny was forced to consider this for a moment. The duck had never been to a bar before, and since it was their first date, he ordered Grey Goose.
"I hope you're not racist," he warned his companion.
A good portion of the night was spent listening to the thunderstorm outside, staring at himself in the smoky mirror mounted behind a small metropolis of liquor bottles, and pulling down Coors. The televisions mounted in every corner of the room were each displaying a different sports event, and as the rain continued to pour outside, more and more men shuffled in looking for a quick respite from their lives. A group of lawyers occupied the bar on his left side, arguing amongst themselves, pointing at the highlights of a baseball game on the TV above the bar. One of them was smoking a big, stinky cigar that made Johnny's eyes water. At the table directly behind his back, a group of old men doted on a blonde that looked like she could have been a super model, or a prostitute, or both. Johnny listened in on their conversation whenever he wasn't lost in his own thoughts, or staring at the motor cross competition on the screen in the far corner.
By about eleven o'clock, he was well on his way to getting cut off by the old dyke behind the counter.
"You ain't driving, are you son?"
"No ma'am."
The old bag shot a caustic glance at the duck from her good eye, and tromped off to help the lawyer with the stinky cigar. There was a warm draft from the doorway, and for about the eightieth time that night, Johnny turned around to see who it was.
To his surprise, he recognized the young couple who shuffled into the bar, shaking the rain off of their umbrellas. The young man looked like he was in his late twenties, almost six and a half feet tall, and was wearing fatigues. He had been at Anna's Subs earlier that day, and the young woman with him had been Johnny's hostess. He found himself wondering if she came in here often. She didn't look quite old enough, not that the old bar mistress seemed to care about such things.
Halfway hoping they would sit down within listening range, he was disappointed when they took a small table in the corner, underneath the Motocross tournament on ESPN 2. The soldier took her hand in his, and simultaneously a bright blue Yamaha sent its rider face-first into the mud on the screen above. She wriggled free and called for the waiter.
Still wearing her Anna's uniform, John remembered his captivation with her exotic features earlier that day. She was slender and mysterious, with curves like a question mark.
He struggled to avoid the exclamation point that was quickly rising under his khakis as he forced himself from her soft brown curls and sapphire eyes. Raising his hand for another beer, he was disappointed when the old lesbian walked right past him. Looking over to the duck, who hadn't touched its drink all night, he removed the shot glass from the sticky-with-grenadine bar.
"Do you mind?" he asked. The duck didn't say anything, so he slung it back like a bottle of Viagra and felt as it burned down his throat.
It wasn't long before the need to pee was tickling at his psyche, and so he told the duck to save his seat while he went to break the seal. It had been four hours since he ambled in, and he had yet to visit his favorite room in the house. The door to the bathroom swung open, and a quick zip later, Johnny was standing on a heap of dampened toilet paper, unloading his night's work all over the stall.
When the bathroom door slammed open again, Johnny was so startled he almost caught himself in his zipper. Just drunk and lethargic enough to keep his composure, however, he managed to stay quiet, to hear some intruder stomp into the tiny bathroom. From the safety of the stall, he listened as World War III erupted in the men's bathroom of the Body Politic. Loose rolls of toilet paper tumbled like hand grenades under the wall as the unseen berserker assaulted various inanimate objects around the room. The flimsy grey Formica stall door shuddered under a barrage of angry fists, and Johnny was considering an escape over the grungy, graffiti-ridden wall just as the sliding door lock buckled and then gave way, revealing the attacker at last.
"Whoa, buddy," said Johnny to the young soldier from Anna's as his chest rose and fell in heavy heaves beneath his fatigues. His knuckles were swollen and red, and a blood dripped from where it coalesced between his fingers onto the sick blue tiles of the floor, soaked up by urine-scented toilet paper.
Johnny's gaze froze on the man's fists, too drunk or intimidated to make eye contact. A quick glance revealed the soldier's name, "Foster," which was stitched over his left breast in black and tan. Unsure of where to go from here, Johnny flushed the toilet, perhaps as a peace offering.
"Uh," said Johnny, forcing a smile, "did you need to use this?"
The soldier's thick brow line wrinkled, and seconds or days later he turned away without acknowledging his question. As Johnny emerged quietly from the stall the man stood hunched over the sink, his neck muscles taut and clenching the base of his skull. Briefly, he considered asking the man what the girl from Anna's had done to set him off so. Then, remembering the noise of stall door lock's screws sheering, the fit of rage echoed in the thunder sound of the Formica door crashing into Formica wall, he decided not to push his luck and crept out of the bathroom as the soldier flipped on the sink and began to nurse his wounds.
The Sunday night crowd began to disperse as he returned to his seat. As he arrived, the Cyclops lesbian hobbled up, arms crossed.
"Last call," she declared, "you got money or what?"
Careful to move slowly so as not to startle her, Johnny peeled a significant number of bills out of his wallet and slid them over to her.
"One more?" he asked, the need for a drink seeming reasonable after another near-death experience in the crapper.
Screwing up her face, the old lady snatched a beer out of the freezer and opened it with her teeth.
"You ain't driving are ya, mister?"
"Then drink up and get the hell outta my bar."
Downing half the bottle in one intimidated gulp, Johnny let loose a melancholy belch and slumped back down next to the duck.
"I thought I recognized you," said a tiny voice as a delicate hand tapped him on the shoulder.
The girl from Anna's wore a teal linen jacket, and the way she held it wrapped tightly around her made her seem vulnerable. She appeared to be waiting to leave. Despite her apparent vulnerability, he noticed that she always looked directly into his eyes when she spoke to him. They were almost too much to look at, and though Johnny opened his mouth, he closed it again moments later without successfully pushing any words out. Instead he nodded by way of acknowledgment, wondering if he should move the duck so she could sit down.
"Fancy meeting you here, right?" She glanced over her shoulder towards the bathroom door. "You didn't happen to notice anyone go into the bathroom while you were in there, did you?"
Again his mouth opened, and again he closed it as he was reeled in by a renegade tendril of her hair that dangled across her carefully maintained eyebrows.
"I saw your boyfriend," he managed at last, remembering Foster's harsh features, some evil spawn of Frankenstein and GI Joe, "he seemed . . . upset." Lifting his glass to his lips, he remembered too late that it was empty, and blushed as he quickly set it down again. Almost as an afterthought, he asked, "Is everything okay?"
She nodded absently and nearly sat on the duck, only to catch herself at the last second. Picking it up, she placed it on the bar quietly and fiddled with her wrist brace.
"If you don't mind me asking," Johnny said, slowly regaining his composure, "what happened to your arm?"
She bit her thumbnail, but nevertheless continued to stare him down. Her seemingly jumbled broadcast of confidence and vulnerability was driving Johnny wild. He wanted to reach out and touch her face, but as his hand rose, he quickly folded it under his other arm to hide the motion.
"I hurt it playing tennis," she said looking momentarily away, and he knew she was lying.
"Oh."
The bathroom door opened, and the young soldier emerged into the now quiet room. Tissue paper was wrapped around his bloody fist, and he almost resembled a boxer, injured and proud. One by one, each television went out in each corner of the room, making the silence complete except for the man's heavy footsteps in his rubber boots. As he approached, he glanced briefly at Johnny, and as he put his arm around the girl he stood between them rather deliberately.
"Lets get, Deanna," said Foster, his voice a deep, southern draw.
"What took you so long?" she asked, twisting her hair around one long finger as she stared at the empty television screen above the bar.
Ignoring her question, he held up a fifty to the old woman, which she snatched up and took to the back room without asking if he wanted change. They were alone in the place now, and Johnny was desperately wishing he had a little more beer, any legitimate excuse to finish listening to the rest of their conversation.
"What happened to your hand?"
"What the hell business of it is yours?" he snapped, slamming his palm on the bar. If Johnny had a beer, or some pretzels, he might have been able to put something, anything in his mouth to stop what came next. But the old woman had cut him off, and the alcohol was hitchhiking throughout his bloodstream, loosening his tongue.
"I think it's kind of cute," remarked Johnny, pointing despite his best efforts at restraint at her blue wrist brace, and then to the soldier's battered fists.
"You kind of match now."
The fear that paralyzed him in the stall had vanished, gone to where ever inhibitions go when one's been drinking. Perhaps it was that final beer. Perhaps it was courage. But it was more than mere inebriation. It was as if there was someone else inside of him, calling all the shots, making smart-ass remarks to large soldiers. He wondered briefly if this inexplicable force had inspired his recent conversations with the rubber duck, was the thing inside of him that turning off his windshield wipers, driving his self destruction. At any rate, talking back to this soldier probably comprised the best suicide attempt Johnny had made all week. Straightening his back to display his full six and a half feet, Foster turned, glaring all the way.
"What the hell did you say to me?"
Johnny decided to shut up.
And then the alcohol said:
"Oh, are you angry? You gonna break my arm like you broke hers?"
Johnny's face made a thud sound as it smacked into the floor. The man threw heavy, twisting punches, perfectly timed to hit on the most powerful point of their arch. Johnny grabbed his Coors bottle, which had rolled onto the floor, and tried to break it like they do in movie bar fights. Instead the brown glass shattered, cutting up his soft palms.
A kick to the stomach knocked his wind out, and the soldier loomed over him, ignoring Deanna's pleas. Johnny's face and T-shirt were covered with blood, blood from the soldier's busted hands, blood from his own busted lips. He tried to punch him in the shin, of all places, a useless endeavor that only resulted on getting his forearm stepped on as the soldier knelt at his side.
"You messed with the wrong cowboy," the man said, lifting John's head by his hair.
"And you picked the wrong place to cause trouble," said the eye-patched bartender, thrusting something into the back of the soldier's neck, "Freeze! Or I'll blow your friggin' head off!"
Johnny's hair was released, and he turned to see the old woman cackling behind her eye patch, holding the soldier hostage. He wasn't surprised to find this barkeep packing. He wouldn't be surprised to learn that she'd killed a few in her day, either.
"I already called the cops," she said, "and you've got about ten seconds to get the hell out of my bar. One!"
"Listen, lady, calm down—"
"Two!"
"Okay, okay!"
"Nine!" she said, her conviction tangible as the cigar flavored air.
With that, the soldier bolted out of the place, smashing into the door that clearly read, "Pull," on the handle. Johnny was shaken, but managed to stand himself up and wipe the blood from his lips as air rushed back into his lungs.
"Fucker," the lady said, "fifty bucks on a forty-nine dollar tab."
Her mouth agape, Deanna pulled a quivering ten dollar bill out of her purse and offered it to the woman.
"You're too young for me, sweetie, and I ain't that cheap," she said, "besides, I thought I told you both to get the hell out!"
Johnny tried to thank her, and went to shake her hand. Suddenly remembering that she was holding a weapon, however, he thought twice about it. He didn't want his fingerprints on anything that could be used to kill someone. Nothing of this old lady's, anyhow.
As he and Deanna left the bar, however, he couldn't help but chuckle. For in her hand, she wasn't sporting any kind of pistol, as Johnny had suspected.
He decided to let the old dyke keep his rubber ducky, seeing as how she had used it to save his life.
"Are you sure you want to be driving right now?" Deanna asked, glancing nervously as the curb crept closer to the wheels of Johnny's Blazer.
"I've never been so sure of anything in my life," he responded. Nothing sobers you up like a good fight, and even though he hadn't put up much of one, Johnny felt alive as they plowed through the rain-slicked streets of the city. He tasted the blood that was still seeping from his busted lip and hands.
It was sweet.
"I'm sorry things ended up how they did," Johnny said. "If I've caused any trouble between you and Rambo."
She giggled at that.
"Rambo, huh?" She reclined in her seat and put her arms behind her head. "I'm not sorry, Jonathan. Not at all. I think it's safe to say that things were over between us before you even stepped in."
The clouds hadn't broken up all the way, but patches of sky speckled the humid night with bright clusters of stars. Johnny ran a red light and made a turn onto Deanna's road.
"You didn't hurt your arm, playing tennis, did you?"
John slowed the smog-hog down to a crawl, and this time it was his turn to stare into her eyes. They were bright even in the shadows, and she returned his stare evenly. Without speaking, she unbuckled the wrist brace.
"It's not what you think. Mark Foster," she swallowed, "was an asshole, but he never hurt me. Only I hurt me."
With that she removed the brace, and in the dim streetlight Johnny could make out a series of scars running up her arm, like rungs on a ladder.
"Jesus."
"I don't know why I'm showing you this. I think, for some reason, I feel like you understand. Please don't tell anyone."
The jeep was quiet except for its own sputterings for a second, and then her laughter broke the still.
"That's ridiculous though, who would you tell? You must think I'm silly," she said, diverting her gave out the window.
"Jesus," he said again.
"Look," she said, "I don't know what I was thinking when I did this to myself. I didn't mean to scare you, I just— here, this my house over there. Right here. Just let me out."
"Wait," Johnny grabbed her arm as she was opening the door, unintentionally gripping the cuts on her arms. "That's not . . . that's not what I meant."
"What," she said quietly, "you meant, 'Jesus: there's a well adjusted girl?' Or was it more like 'Jesus: maybe she's feeling vulnerable right now? Jesus, maybe I can get some ass?'"
"It was more like 'Jesus, I never thought anyone as beautiful you could feel as bad about stuff as I do.'"
Her house was several feet behind them already, but she pulled her foot back into the slowly moving car and closed the door. Her eyes softened, and she put her other hand in the lap of her jeans. She made no effort to remove her arm from Johnny's grip. A silence of several heartbeats stretched between them, and then slowly she slipped her arm through his fingers. He thought she might be pulling away from him, but instead she stopped when their hands met, and she closed her fingers around his.
"You feel bad about stuff too?" she asked.
Johnny nodded, and then it was quiet.
He rounded the corner and headed back to Mercury Boulevard, towards the interstate. Through three or four stop lights, the silence was tangible in the car. But still she refused to let go of him, and still he drove on, unsure of where they would go, or what they would do when they got there. Finally, he ventured an experimental comment.
"You know," he said, feeding the engine gas, suddenly coasting fifteen over the speed limit, "pills is really the way to go."
Deanna looked a bit taken aback. For a second, Johnny thought she might ask to be let out. To his surprise, she buckled her seatbelt again instead.
"Really?"
"Oh yeah. I swallowed a whole bottle of pills once. It was . . . altering."
"Maybe you're right. Wrist slicing is so last autumn," she replied, venturing a smile.
As the Blazer pulled onto the interstate at a speed that nearly flipped the jeep over, Deanna unbuckled her seatbelt again, and pulled her legs up into her chair. Opening her purse, she pulled out a crumpled carton of cigarettes and offered one to Johnny. Taking one, he held it before himself in both hands as he steered with his knees.
"You know, I don't really smoke. I've been thinking about starting though."
"You really, really should," she said, sheltering her lighter from the draft of the open windows. "You don't have to kill yourself all at once."
The vehicle picked up speed, and before they realized it they were going eighty, eighty-five, one hundred and five miles per hour. One by one, Hampton Road's generic neighborhoods with two-car garages, 2.5 children, and Viagra in the medicine cabinets flew by. As the clock on Johnny's radio flipped to 5:00 AM, they rolled out of the fish stench of the city heading south, and he finally understood what Nick enjoyed so much about smoking.
"Maybe," Johnny speculated, "I should stop bathing too?"
Soon they were crashing across the state line into North Carolina, passing cars by driving in the emergency lane, switching drivers at high speeds. The cool morning air blasted through their open windows, scattering their hair. They laughed and tickled each other, and as the jeep glided over pavement she revealed to him dark things about her life, and he used them to fill the empty spaces in his soul. His fingers climbed up the ladder of her scars, her mouse-like digits tangled within, climbing too. They swerved closer and closer to telephone poles, joking about flying through the windshield when they finally hit one, about their guts mingling together on the pavement. And as their laughter and the sun pushed the day into motion, she spoke for the first time in miles:
"Jonathan, we're fucking sickos."
He didn't answer her just yet, but he knew it was true. Maybe someday it wouldn't be. But for now, everything felt just as it should.
And he was loving every minute.
The Next Fiction piece (from Issue #242):
Stuck Like Glue
by Errid Farland
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by Tim Lantz
Crossed Wires (part 2 of 2)
by Terence S. Hawkins
Sunday with Forbes (part 2 of 2)
by Don Fredd
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Essential Fatty Acids, Diet and Developmental Disorders
by David Taylor(more info)
listed in essential fatty acids, originally published in issue 52 - May 2000
It has been estimated that between 5 and 10 percent of the population have behavioural difficulties,[1] with many youngsters so diagnosed displaying delayed language development, poor social skills and a lack of co-ordination.
Christopher concentrating on his maths at the local Kumon Maths Centre
It has been estimated that between 5 and 10 percent of the population have behavioural difficulties,[1] with many youngsters so diagnosed displaying delayed language development, poor social skills and a lack of co-ordination. They experience failure from an early age, become isolated and may suffer from bullying. Such children are of average or above average intelligence, but have problems with spelling and handwriting even though reading may not be a problem. In other words, these children display those 'symptoms' characterized by the term dyspraxia. This, and other conditions such as dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and possibly autism in some cases have a high comorbidity (35-40%),[1] making it reasonable to assume some sort of common external influence.
An increasingly important external factor is that of nutrition.[2] Everything we eat and drink is made up of chemicals, and as chemicals have a direct impact on both body and mind, it would seem reasonable that nutrition would impact upon our behaviour and our perception. One area of investigation that I have found to offer a good outcome for some children is that of essential fatty acids, because of the role they play in our development and well-being.
Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are polyunsaturated and mono-unsaturated fatty acids that cannot be produced by the body and must therefore be obtained in our diet. EFAs fall into two main groups, Omega-3s and Omega-6s (although there is a group of Omega-9s which have a cholesterol- lowering effect). The Omega-6 group of oils are readily available in such foods as safflower and sunflower oil and we are therefore not likely to be deficient in them. The Omega-3s occur naturally in fish, wheat germ, flaxseed oil, nuts and seeds and to a lesser degree in navy beans and oatmeal. It can be seen then that because the mainstream western diet has excluded these sources in recent years, getting the right balance of Omega-3 EFAs has become more problematical.
To see how these EFAs can help with developmental disorders we must first answer the following questions: Firstly, why are EFAs helpful? Next, where are EFAs helping? Lastly, what can we do about it?
Why are EFAs helpful?
We have long known that one of the Omega-3 oils, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) strengthens the cardiovascular system, lowering a person's risk of developing heart disease and helping to keep arteries clean. However recent research has highlighted another Omega-3 EFA, found in abundance in fish oil, called docosahexaenoic acid or DHA, and its relationship to brain function and vision.[3]
In the 1980s and 90s a considerable amount of research focused upon the importance of maternal diet and its relationship with feeding problems in new-born infants.[4,5] With the increased survival rate amongst pre-term babies, it was also crucial to find a pre-term formula[6] that would not disadvantage those infants who were not being breast-fed.[5] Research findings demonstrated that DHA (a long-chain polyunsaturated fat) found in breast milk was the key to improving development throughout pregnancy and beyond, and in particular the crucial four-week period after birth.[7,8] We know then that DHA is crucial for our development, but why?
Where are EFAs helping?
The human brain is 60 percent fat, of which 25 percent is DHA. This increases to between three and five times its normal level in the crucial growth spurt periods during the fifth week of pregnancy and in the last trimester.[9] Crucially, DHA coats the receptor sites of our brain cells and is a prime modulator in retinal performance as well as specific brain functions such as memory, attending ability, speech, and specific motor skills; those same indicators of neurological immaturity found in those with behavioural difficulties. A lack of DHA therefore manifests in varying degrees of developmental disorders.
It is certain then that DHA, an Omega-3 EFA, is crucial to us from the moment of conception, throughout our growth in the womb, in infancy and beyond. We cannot manufacture it and must therefore ensure a continuing supply in our diet. A lack of DHA leads to developmental immaturity that can affect us throughout our lives.[10,11] There is, however, something that we can do about it, and studies have shown that increasing dietary DHA can lead to significant improvements. In one study involving 600 children and young adults with developmental difficulties, it was discovered that of those children who did not appear to follow the usual pattern of early development, 70% had significant feeding problems from birth.[1] As a result of this study, many of the children and young adults subsequently used DHA supplements in their diets. Some parents reported immediate improvements in their children's co-ordination and ability to process information. The study does give one note of caution; when children and adults have shown elevated levels of electrical activity (diagnosed epilepsy), the introduction of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids into their diets has resulted in an increased number of seizures.
A fine study by Dr Jacqueline Story[12] demonstrated the link between DHA supplementation and dyslexia in adults. For one month, dyslexic patients were given a daily dose of 480mg DHA. These patients showed a significant improvement in both dark adaptation (night vision) and central processing performance.
Such studies demonstrate that we can do something to help redress the balance when things go wrong. There is a strong causal link between the Omega-3 group of EFAs, our development and our well-being. Dietary DHA has been shown to give significant improvements to co-ordination and the ability to process information.[1] Further, the addition of EPA and vitamin E has been shown to enhance the effects of DHA.[12] Research also shows the importance of a good, clean source of these essential fatty acids and vitamins. When choosing a supplement, try to find one that contains high levels of DHA, and in addition contains EPA and vitamin E. In this way you will ensure a balanced intake that will work well together and give good absorption. Most Omega-3 fatty acids are extracted from fish oil, so add more seafood to your diet. Ensure your seafood is fresh, comes from a clean source, and is as natural and pure as possible. This may sound a little strange, but fish (and fish oil capsules) from polluted water or fish that has been processed in some way will probably not be a good source of EFAs.
Lastly, do not expect miracles but find some way in which to measure any improvement and keep a written record. This could be a simple writing exercise repeated each week, motor co-ordination practice like balancing on one foot, concentrating on a simple task and observations about general well-being.
Christopher (see photo at top of page) is 8 years old. He was born at 37 weeks and weighed 8lb 9oz. As Christopher was demanding to be fed every 2 hours, his mother was advised to stop breast-feeding after 3 weeks.
Since then Christopher had regular antibiotics as an infant for ear infections, spells of wheezing but was not asthmatic, occasional outbreaks of mild eczema, an allergy to strawberries and an overall sensitive digestive system. Early attempts at dietary intervention included a few foods diet. This caused great stress to Christopher's body with no clear outcome.
Christopher also has a history of hyperactivity, poor concentration, aggressive and disruptive behaviour (including swearing) and finds it difficult to cope with groups. He has no difficulty with fine or gross motor co-ordination, has a reading age (accuracy and comprehension) well above his chronological age and his numeracy skills, although slightly low, are within the average range of ability.
He has been diagnosed as having 'Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder' (ADHD) and has been treated with Methylphenidate Hydrochloride (Ritalin) since 1997.
I saw Christopher and his mum in August 1999 and we discussed his diet, moods, stress factors and well-being at some length. Christopher has a sweet tooth, and although his diet is very good there are some food items that could be eliminated or reduced. As well as a suspected leaky gut, Christopher demonstrated possible allergic reactions to as yet unidentified food sources (apart from the strawberries). I say 'possible' because I did not want to ignore the possibility of stress factors.
I recommended that three areas should be addressed:
First a detox in order address a leaky gut, the possibility of Candida albicans and to enable the gut to absorb nutrients more efficiently. Second, small dietary changes to eliminate the main allergens, control blood sugars and improve the gut. Third, supplements to balance the immune system, increase the amount of essential nutrients from a known clean source and, most importantly, boost the intake of DHA.
Detox: To gently cleanse Christopher's gut and enable it to work more efficiently I gave aloe-vera gel, starting at 1 teaspoon twice a day and building up to 1 tablespoon twice a day. I use a pure, organic aloe-vera gel as I find that the juices are not sufficiently concentrated to be effective. (This needs careful monitoring and the amount should be reduced and then slowly increased if stools get too loose).Water intake is also increased.
Diet: Eliminate dairy products as much as possible and remove 'fast releasing carbohydrates' including sugar, grapes, sweet drinks and very refined foods such as white bread and breakfast cereals (rapid sugar jolts contribute greatly to hyperactivity). Increase intake of organic foods.
Supplements: Essential fatty acids DHA and EPA with vitamin E (an antioxidant which prevents the breakdown of essential fatty acids). I use 1 high dose capsule from a guaranteed clean source (containing 150mg DHA, 225mg EPA with added vitamin E) three times a day. In addition Christopher was placed on a children's bioavailable multivitamin and mineral formula and a dose of phytonutrients which include green barley, alfalfa and wheatgrass.
Monitoring: Christopher was asked to fill in a 'feelings' chart several times a day and his handwriting, moods and concentration span were monitored (see example).
Outcome: The first thing that Christopher's parents noticed was a drastic reduction in swearing (within 1 week). He now tolerates some foods which would normally have upset his 'sensitive bowel' (within 3 months). His handwriting started and continues to improve as does his concentration span. Christopher reports feeling better in himself and is enjoying organic food. Minimizing those fast sugar-releasing carbohydrates has helped reduce his mood swings.
Conclusion: Christopher is a sensitive, intelligent child with a good sense of humour and very caring parents. A holistic look at diet (lack of DHA in diet, inefficient and sensitive gut, blood sugar balance, boost in immune system, mood swings) has given Christopher and his parents more control over ADHD and a better understanding of what they can do to help overcome it.
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2. Crawford MA. The rationale for pre-pregnancy supplementation in high risk women of reproductive age. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition 5(4): Section 3. 1996.
3. Farquharson J, Cherry EC, Abbasi KA, Patrick WJA. Effect of diet on the fatty acid composition of the major phospholipids in infant cerebral cortex. Archives of Disease in Childhood 72: 198-203. 1996.
4. Lucas A et al. Early diet in pre-term babies and developmental status in infancy. Archives of Disease in Childhood 64: 1578. 1989.
5. Lucas A et al. Breast milk and subsequent intelligence quotient in children born prematurely. Lancet 339: 261-4. 1992.
6. Makrides M, Neumann MA, Byard RW, Simmer K, Gibson RA. Fatty acid composition of brain, retinal and erythrocytes in breast- and formula-fed infants. American Journal Clinical Nutrition 60: 189-94. 1994.
7. Makrides M et al. Are long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids essential nutrients in infancy? Lancet 345: 1463-67. 1995.
8. Makrides M, Neumann MA, Gibson RA. Effect of maternal docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) supplementation on breast milk composition. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition 50: 352-57. 1996.
9. Agostani C et al. Docosahexaenoic acid states and developmental quotient of healthy term infants. Lancet 346: 638. 1995.
10. Stevens L et al. Essential Fatty Acid metabolism in boys with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Amer. Journal of Clinical Nutrition 62: 761-8. 1995.
11. Stevens L et al. Omega-3 Fatty Acids in boys with behaviour, learning and health problems. Physiology & Behaviour 59: 915-20. 1996.
12. Stordy BJ. Benefits of docosahexaenoic acid supplements to dark adaptation in dyslexics. Lancet 346: 385. 1995.
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Chapter LXXXII
The Honor and Glory of Whaling
There are some enterprises in which a careful disorderliness is the true method.
The more I dive into this matter of whaling, and push my researches up to the very spring-head of it, so much the more am I impressed with its great honorableness and antiquity; and especially when I find so many great demi-gods and heroes, prophets of all sorts, who one way or other have shed distinction upon it, I am transported with the reflection that I myself
belong, though but subordinately, to so emblazoned a fraternity.
The gallant Perseus, a son of Jupiter, was the first whaleman; and to the eternal honor of our calling be it said, that the first whale attacked by our brotherhood was not killed with any sordid intent. Those were the knightly days of our profession, when we only bore arms to succor the distressed, and not to fill men's lamp-feeders. Every one knows the fine story of Perseus and Andromeda; how the lovely Andromeda, the daughter of a king, was tied to a rock on the sea-coast, and as Leviathan was in the very act of carrying her off, Perseus, the prince of whalemen, intrepidly advancing, harpooned the monster, and delivered and married the maid. It was an admirable artistic exploit, rarely achieved by the best harpooneers of the present day; inasmuch as this Leviathan was slain at the very first dart. And let no man doubt this Arkite story; for in the ancient Joppa, now Jaffa, on the Syrian coast, in one of the Pagan temples, there stood for many ages the vast skeleton of a whale, which the city's legends and all the inhabitants asserted to be the identical bones of the monster that Perseus slew. When the Romans took Joppa, the same skeleton was carried to Italy in triumph. What seems most singular and suggestively important in this story, is this: it was from Joppa that Jonah set sail.
Akin to the adventure of Perseus and Andromeda—indeed, by some supposed to be indirectly derived from it—is that famous story of St. George and the Dragon; which dragon I maintain to have been a whale; for in many old chronicles whales and dragons are strangely jumbled together, and often stand for each other. "Thou art as a lion of the waters, and as a dragon of the sea," saith Ezekiel; hereby, plainly meaning a whale; in truth, some versions of the Bible use that word itself. Besides, it would much subtract from the glory of the exploit had St. George but encountered a crawling reptile of the land, instead of doing battle with the great monster of the deep. Any man may kill a snake, but only a Perseus, a St. George, a Coffin, have the heart in them to march boldly up to a whale.
Let not the modern paintings of this scene mislead us; for though the creature encountered by that valiant whaleman of old is vaguely represented of a griffin-like shape, and though
the battle is depicted on land and the saint on horseback, yet considering the great ignorance of those times, when the true form of the whale was unknown to artists; and considering that as in Perseus' case, St. George's whale might have crawled up out of the sea on the beach; and considering that the animal ridden by St. George might have been only a large seal, or sea-horse; bearing all this in mind, it will not appear altogether incompatible with the sacred legend and the ancientest draughts of the scene, to hold this so-called dragon no other than the great Leviathan himself. In fact, placed before the strict and piercing truth, this whole story will fare like that fish, flesh, and fowl idol of the Philistines, Dagon by name; who being planted before the ark of Israel, his horse's head and both the palms of his hands fell off from him, and only the stump or fishy part of him remained. Thus, then, one of our own noble stamp, even a whaleman, is the tutelary guardian of England; and by good rights, we harpooneers of Nantucket should be enrolled in the most noble order of St. George. And therefore, let not the knights of that honorable company (none of whom, I venture to say, have ever had to do with a whale like their great patron), let them never eye a Nantucketer with disdain, since even in our woollen frocks and tarred trowsers we are much better entitled to St. George's decoration than they.
Whether to admit Hercules among us or not, concerning this I long remained dubious: for though according to the Greek mythologies, that antique Crockett and Kit Carson—that brawny doer of rejoicing good deeds, was swallowed down and thrown up by a whale; still, whether that strictly makes a whaleman of him, that might be mooted. It nowhere appears that he ever actually harpooned his fish, unless, indeed, from the inside. Nevertheless, he may be deemed a sort of involuntary whaleman; at any rate the whale caught him, if he did not the whale. I claim him for one of our clan.
But, by the best contradictory authorities, this Grecian story of Hercules and the whale is considered to be derived from the still more ancient Hebrew story of Jonah and the whale; and vice versa; certainly they are very similar. If I claim the demigod then, why not the prophet?
Nor do heroes, saints, demigods, and prophets alone comprise the whole roll of our order. Our grand master is still to be named; for like royal kings of old times, we find the headwaters of our fraternity in nothing short of the great gods themselves. That wondrous oriental story is now to be rehearsed from the Shaster, which gives us the dread Vishnoo, one of the three persons in the godhead of the Hindoos; gives us this divine Vishnoo himself for our Lord;—Vishnoo, who, by the first of his ten earthly incarnations, has for ever set apart and sanctified the whale. When Brahma, or the God of Gods, saith the Shaster, resolved to recreate the world after one of its periodical dissolutions, he gave birth to Vishnoo, to preside over the work; but the Vedas, or mystical books, whose perusal would seem to have been indispensable to Vishnoo before beginning the creation, and which therefore must have contained something in the shape of practical hints to young architects, these Vedas were lying at the bottom of the waters; so Vishnoo became incarnate in a whale, and sounding down in him to the uttermost depths, rescued the sacred volumes. Was not this Vishnoo a whaleman, then? even as a man who rides a horse is called a horseman?
Perseus, St. George, Hercules, Jonah, and Vishnoo! there's a member-roll for you! What club but the whaleman's can head off like that?
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Climate change and consequences, split from electricity
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Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2016 8:23 pm Post subject: Climate change and consequences, split from electricity
I could cope without electricity. My grandchildren will not be able to cope with global warming..
I have a 4kW solar pv on my roof the windfarms in my neighbourhood mean that my part of the country is a net exporter of non-coal generated electricity. We could have much more renewable generating capacity if it wasn't for our crazy government.
EDIT BY ADMIN this post and those following have been split from the ongoing "electricity supply " thread.
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johnhemming2
biffvernon wrote:
The important thing is that unless we stop burning fossil carbon PDQ no future for civilisation.
That is obviously not true. Even if all the ice in Greenland and Antarctic melted there would still be civilisation.
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Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2016 5:38 am Post subject:
johnhemming2 wrote:
But what sort of civilisation? Most of the world's deltas, where a great deal of the world's food is produced, and many of its capital cities and financial centres and, most importantly, ports would have been under water for quite a number of years. There would have been mass migrations and probably wars over inundations by people let alone the water that they were fleeing from. The current wave of migrants into the EU would be a trickle in comparison.
All this disruption could easily cause a complete breakdown in our very brittle civilisation as so much of our commerce and economy depend on finance, the city of London, and our ports. Much of the UK's gas and oil infrastructure would have been under water and many of our power stations too.
Click on this and then click on the 20 metre sea level rise and you will see what that would do to this country, Northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Then take a trip around some of the world's major cities.
There would be an almost complete cessation of international trade as there would be no ports to route it through. Nearly all nuclear power stations would be flooded with not a few coal fired stations in the same boat, or not!! Large parts of the City and all of Docklands would be under water and the financial loss for this would be catastrophic for our economy. The same would happen over the world. This would cause economic collapse and civilisation would certainly follow.
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Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2016 12:10 pm Post subject:
For sure we can cope with a bit of land loss to the sea, but, even if Hansen's worst case scenario prevails, it will take centuries for "all the ice in Greenland and Antarctic" to melt.
Humanity's existential crisis is more to do with temperature rise.
Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2016 4:12 pm Post subject:
Biff, we won't have to wait for the full sea level rise to start experiencing problems. Even a half metre rise in sea levels will start erosion in previously stable areas of coastline. Even the chalk cliffs of the south of England, something we regard as a symbol of the stability of Great Britain, our bulwark against the outside world, will start to erode faster until a new stable beach line is established. But that new stable beach line will never be established because sea level will continue to rise.
Extreme weather events will become more frequent and have a much greater effect. Storm surges will be that little bit higher every time. The Thames barrier will soon be overtopped by a "freak" weather event and we will be asked to fork out to raise it and the rest of the flood infrastructure to protect a City that, through its investment decisions and its support for this dinosaur government, is aiding and abetting the continuation of global warming. Should we make that decision to invest or should we say "sod it" because the city will be lost eventually anyway so let it go and spend the money elsewhere such as building more houses above the 20m AOD line?
Decisions like these will come thick and fast in the soon to come years and the cost will break the financial system.
kenneal - lagger wrote:
Biff, we won't have to wait for the full sea level rise to start experiencing problems.
Stawman argument. I didn't say there wouldn't be problems (not least for my house). But they will be the sort of problems we can cope with rather than the civilisation destroying problem of continued global warming.
and why is that?
You understand climate science, surely?
Sea level rise is a part of the problem. It's caused by climate change/global warming!! All these problems will add to the costs of climate change and these costs will destroy the economy which will have the happy but tragic effect of a great loss of human life and a reduction in the rate of carbon dioxide emission. The methane emissions might go up for a while as all those billions of bodies decompose!
It's a matter of which bad thing comes first. Rising temperatures will destroy economies before rising sea level.
We do, however, still have some ability to mitigate temperature. Sea level is a ship that has already sailed.
Location: New England ,Chelsea Vermont
Look at what human beings need to survive. air to breath, food, water, shelter or clothing to modify the environment if its beyond comfortable temperatures and conditions.
Which of these will we run out of first? Depends on where on the planet you are sitting.
A very plausible future will have a drought induced crop failure stress a major population with both a lack of water and food at the same time and kill millions because the size of the problem overwhelms the worlds capability to send relief.
Yes and that is why I am asking.
The Met Office 'human dynamics of climate change' poster provides a good overview of climate impacts:
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/climate-guide/climate-change/impacts/human-dynamics
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None of that says there is no future for civilisation.
Location: The Marches, UK
And all of the climate problems can be solved by breeding less, which the politicians will not accept, rather than the UK sitting in the dark and cold - which is what this thread is about.
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About Este Condominiums
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Situated just to the east of Downtown Austin and completed only in 2008, the Este Condominiums are a building that has helped define luxury living in Downtown Austin over the last several years . The Este Condominiums feature both office and retail spaces on the ground floor along with three stories of 66 luxury living condos.
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From the Este Condominiums, nothing about the Down Austin are nor the Eastside is out of reach, much of it is in fact in walking distance. Nearby public outdoor attractions include Ella Wooten Neighborhood Park is a three-acre green space located roughly in the center of Mueller's residential section. It houses a Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, open seasonally, as well as a playscape and basketball court.
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Student loan consolidation rates set to explode; students could pay additional $1,018 per year
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College graduates and college students graduating in May of this year have an unexpected surprise lurking around the corner - a potential increase in federal student loan rates that could cost them thousands of dollars each year.
Federal student loan rates are based on the interest rate of the 13-week (91-day) Treasury Bill at the last auction in May of each calendar year; rates set at that auction take effect on July 1 of that year. In the past three years, Treasury Bill rates have dropped repeatedly, making for the lowest student loan rates in the history of the Department of Education's loan programs.
All that is about to change.
Over the last 9 months, 13-week Treasury Bill rates have been creeping up from just above 1% to nearly 2.8%, increasing an average of 0.039% per week. If the 13-week Treasury Bill rate continues to climb at that pace, by the end of May the rate will be approximately 3.233%. The rates can be viewed at http://www.StudentLoanConsolidator.com/consolidation/projected-rates.php
What does this mean for students and graduates? Since Stafford, Direct, and PLUS loans, the most common federal student loans, are variable rate loans based on the 13-week Treasury Bill, students and graduates holding these loans may experience rate increases from 52% to 64%. For students with an average of $30,000 in loans, this rate increase will translate into an extra $1,018 in interest paid every year.
Students and graduates can avoid shelling out thousands of dollars more each year by consolidating their federal student loans before the rate change. According to Jonathan Rudy, director of customer service at www.StudentLoanConsolidator.com, "Graduates can consolidate their student loans and lock in today's interest rates; once locked in, they can't change, which means that graduates will be protected from any further rate changes, and not have to pay any extra interest when rates change later this year."
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How Does Identity Politics Infuse Political Discourse?
Posted by Keith Tidman
Chameleon – Image acknowledgement: National Geographic
The great English political philosopher, John Locke, observed:
“We are like chameleons, we take our hue and the colour of our moral character, from those who are around us.”
Locke’s insight into human tendencies and the effects of relationships applies as much to identity politics — and the behaviours, aspirations, and goals of group affiliation — as to society as a whole.
Identity politics has been making increasingly recurrent global appearances, announced with bold headlines: In the United States, legal and constitutional grappling over a ban on incoming travelers from select countries; in the United Kingdom, a vote to leave the European Union, at least in part inspired by unrest over borders and immigration; in the Netherlands, calls heard for those who do not ‘agree with us’ to leave. The examples are plenty; the social and political lines are clearly and often-fervidly drawn.
This brand of politics typically pulls in groups whose allied members self-identify on the basis of assorted social identifiers and causes — race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, social background, disability, religion, economic class, generational cohort, education, indigenous provenance, language, and others. Identity politics also pulls in policymakers disposed sympathetically to reach out to, understand, and advocate on behalf of these groups’ interests — as well as policymakers who, rooted in their own conviction, don’t and won’t. The glue that binds members of self-identified alliances is wariness over the specter of coercion and disapproval, as seen to be normalised by the dominant demographic of society.
‘Identity politics’ is a loaded term, fraught with powerful emotions and symbols. Members of these subgroups, apprehensive of diminished power in their personal and public lives, share the belief that clear-cut identifiers set them up for potential distrust and discrimination. Those reactions by ‘outsiders’, whose judgement may at times be tinged with nativism, fuel a sense of marginalisation and disenfranchisement. The distinctive ‘otherness’ of these self-identified subgroups may prove a handicap not just to acceptance by the mainstream, but to opportunities to fully partake of the benefits that society routinely offers to the majority—or, perhaps more often, that the majority offers to itself.
Group constituents feel deprived of opportunities to determine — at their own discretion, undiminished by reactionary elements — even the larger, existential contours of their lives: their role, their purpose, their future. Through group consciousness and identity, the groups’ struggle has a cosmopolitan ring: communities with shared values, sometimes philosophically disagreeing with one another as ideas churn and contradictions slowly get untangled through a healthy dialectic, often subsequently guided by a written or at least implied platform. Moreover, collaboration across groups may be seen as a viable strategy to amplify their individual voices. Good ideas, after all, are not a zero-sum currency, so aggregating ideas across groups is to their collective advantage.
Perhaps it’s too easy to shoehorn people into social categories with their own demographic markers, but that seems the reality — with the potential for wedge issues to spur spirited differences of opinion about leadership, principles, and methods. The latter being a beneficial dynamic, however. Identity politics serves as a force multiplier in burnishing the groups’ philosophy and ideology, and in the process taking it public. This includes their grievances, their claim to rights and redress, and their petitions to political representatives for systemic, institutional change. Like-minded political representatives may act as the advance guard, taking to the bully pulpit, as well as legislating to replace discriminatory policy with positive policy — practical, actionable policy, not just feel-good nostrums.
Collective action and voice are aimed at repudiating and pushing back against recursive incidents of stereotyping and stigmatizing. Such action and voice provide the bedrock for defying what arguably bodes the worst for members of these subgroups: that is, the threat of irrelevance. And they are aimed at harnessing the energy to successfully counter the narratives that deepen the social fissures and attempt not only to carve out a lesser status in society for group members, but also deprive people of undiminished expression of their equality and value in an otherwise often heterogeneous society.
Identify politics is neither a conservative nor a liberal phenomenon; it falls on both sides of that (reductive) divide. Populism, for example, comes in both political flavors — as continues to be seen in countries around the world. One category that fits under either the liberal or conservative rubric is ‘social background’ — where a sense of victimhood is more important to group members than is simple demographic labeling. People resorting to a crude, reflexive branding of groups may wield any ideology on the political continuum, from the far left to the far right. It’s whatever proves handy in the moment, however one may be philosophically predisposed — where actions, not just reimagined theory, matter, serving as an accelerant for change.
Accordingly, those who disapprove of what they see and hear may seize upon both conservative and liberal identifiers as a framework and animating principles for their cause. Social groups that fall into either category must reclaim their history and draft their own narrative, shouldering how they wish to be defined — outside the orbit of cultural hegemony, accepted non-judgementally for who and what they are and for what they want to become. Societies benefit by allowing room for both conservative and liberal identities to thrive, serving as a bulwark for the best of democracy and its organising principles, even as the balance between the two ideologies might shift back and forth in turns.
Whether identity politics — largely unmoored from mainstream politics — is an effective strategy for politicians campaigning and legislating is an ongoing debate. Legislators, strategists, political pundits, academics, and the public have weighed in. Concerns include, at the core, whether the focus on identity politics atomises audiences with very different identities and needs, and in so doing risks diluting broader-based political messaging.
Those opposed to identity politics argue that messaging would be more effective if the targeted audience is only ever all society — hoping to hit the broader themes of greatest concern to the greatest number of people for the greatest return. Preferably as much outside of a partisan framework as possible, notwithstanding policymakers’ predisposition toward political expediency. Yet, an ambitiously inclusive message risks misfiring in the minds of many self-identified groups, whose platforms, expectations, and anxieties need to be spoken to in a tailored way in order to resonate most productively. Ideally, the greatest effectiveness would emerge from a fusion of both identity messaging and mainstream messaging. Coffers and personnel permitting, it doesn’t have to be either-or.
As the contemporary political philosopher, Sonia Kruks, puts it, how today’s identity politics steers a materially different path from earlier forms of the politics of recognition is the “demand for recognition on the basis of the very grounds on which recognition has previously been denied” — race, gender, ethnicity, and so forth.
This key, enabling ‘demand’ goes beyond the mere superficialities of unsatisfying, insufficient protectionism. Rather, it conjures proactivity, self-assuredness, articulateness, and an embrace of the legitimacy of one’s identity through shared experiences. Locke’s enlightened spirit fits this endeavour, valuing everyone (irrespective of ‘social tribe’) as “equal and independent,” free from “harm” — where the restorative powers of human and civil liberties take an ever-firm hold.
Labels: Civil liberties, cultural hegemonism, demographics, disenfranchisement, identity politics, John Locke, Keith Tidman, marginalisation, social identifiers, Sonia Kruks
I would think the danger of identity politics is that, instead of being driven by public sector ethics, one is awash with identity interests, and driven by these interests – which themselves are driven (or not) by anything at all. Public sector ethics are thus masked, or eclipsed – which is the major criticism and major debate surrounding identity politics.
On a philosophical level, while it is useful to think on identity politics, it needs to be noted that it is ‘hopelessly outmoded’ (Stanford). It was not only the philosophical debate which did this, but identity politics was arguably shown to be a failure – even if it keeps on going. What we do need, which I think you are saying, is thoughtfulness in messaging.
I thank you for these informative observations, Thomas. If I may briefly add to one — “even if [identity politics] keeps on going” — I would suggest that one apparent takeaway from today’s avid public discourse is that ‘identity politics’ indeed has full sails. Arguably, identity politics is not only not going away anytime soon (pardon the double negative), it seems to be gaining traction. The origins of that are undoubtedly many, the parsing of which is fodder for, among others, the political and social scientists, and eventually the historians. Certainly, tinder for the ongoing public debate is the diverse venues, from legislative bodies, to the streets, to online social media, to punditry in 'traditional' media, to public forums like town-hall meetings. Thucydides’ words presciently resonate in the context of today’s identity politics: “Justice will not come . . . until those who are not injured are as indignant as those who are injured.” More than two millennia later, the struggle for hearts and minds continues.
There's a touch of pathos to Locke's comment, I think. Here's someone who participated in the stripping of rights from 'slaves' - and even the children of slaves - in America, yet later wrote some of the most powerful words ever on the subject of inalienable, fundamental rights.
I'm nost sure quite what your closing expert is saying. If rights depend on divisions and distinctions, then surely they can only become weaker and more easily disputed.
Your evoking the word ‘inalienable’ and allusion to Locke’s notions surrounding the protections of one’s life, health, liberty, and possessions reminds us of Locke’s unsubtle influence on Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson similarly struggled with the push-pull dynamic between human rights, on the one hand, and the perpetuation of human slavery, on the other. One accomplishment that etched Jefferson’s legacy in history was, of course, his drafting of America’s Declaration of Independence, among whose most-quotable words, an echo of Locke’s, were that “all men are created equal, that they are endowed . . . with certain unalienable [sic] rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Yet, Jefferson owned more than six hundred slaves during the course of his life—notwithstanding his expressed abhorrence of the “moral depravity” of slavery.
Clearly, for both Locke and Jefferson—factoring into account, Martin, reasons for the “pathos” you refer to in the context of Locke and slavery—there was a two-way, oppositional dynamic between the towering rhetoric of liberty and the harsh realities of institutionalised slavery. They of course weren’t in any way alone among their generations in this push-pull dynamic—both men, likely, an unresolved product of their moments in history. Still, in many ways this period in history proved a turning point, the beginning of a slow, creaking, learn-along-the-way journey away from Aristotle’s proclamation that “some men are marked out [at birth] for subjection, others for rule” and toward a more enlightened social philosophy. Fast-forwarding to the twenty-first century, we see Locke’s notion of ‘inalienable’ rights setting the social, political, and philosophical footing for the debates over equality and justice playing out today, and the subject of the essay.
As for your point, Martin, about the closing quote in the essay, it’s certainly well-taken! Perhaps I’m utterly wrong, but the way I interpreted the quote was that self-identified subgroups within society are no longer seeking fairness, rights, equality, and justice if, in the getting, the precondition is submission and the diminution of their unique identity. The latter, arguably, having been the ‘old normal’, and not the model for today. As such, they celebrate their uniquely defining markers and are no longer compliant in, say, caving to pressure to somehow come over to the demographic majority — their considering, in today's environment, that such wheedling is a price too high. As well as it’s being perceived as contrived, unrealistic, and perhaps entirely undoable. To those extents, they see strength, not vulnerability or weakness, in their unique identity and approach to rights. All that said, I appreciate your raising a very fair question about how to interpret intent behind the quote.
And marches alone can't bring integration
When human respect is disintegratin' ...
Ah, you don't believe
We're on the eve of destruction
--Barry McGuire.
Revealing what identity politics may become, this report makes worthwhile reading. One has 9.2% of a population who approach grievances through the system, 79.5% through protest. Even if the protests elicit a response, the system may remain untouched. Published today by News24. http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/government-only-listens-to-protests-20170318
Thanks, Thomas, for the link to the informative article you cite, which appears to focus on methods, experiences, and outcomes in South Africa. My observations in the United States over recent years differ, I believe, in appreciable ways. That is, the many kinds of subgroups listed toward the beginning of my essay have made their substantive gains by using adeptly structured, well-strategized, highly targeted, politically informed means to petition powerbrokers for what I’ll call the subgroups’ three R’s — recognition, representation, and rights. The recent history of results — changes in foundational policy, legal redress, shifting customs, moral compasses, constitutional interpretations, social protections, and ultimately cultural perceptions and acceptance — has underscored the effectiveness, I would contend, of the well-crafted means resorted to.
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A former Dolphin scout's view on McClain
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 7:16 pm
Q: And McClain?
DJ: “He’s a good player but I don’t think he’s an elite player. He’s not Patrick Willis or Jon Beason or any of the three USC linebackers that came out last year (Matthews, Cushing and Maualuga). I think he’s more like Karlos Dansby of Arizona, more of a finesse linebacker than some of those names that I mentioned. Then you have to look at how he’s going to fit into a Mike Nolan defense. Mike likes a thumper, a real tackler and then a freelance floater, a guy that can get out to the perimeter and make plays on the edge. So you have to look and see whether McClain’s a floater or a thumper and some people think he’s going to be the thumper, but I think in Mike’s system he’s the floater. He’s very instinctive, a flow and feel guy. But at 12? I don’t know. I really don’t”
Q: I think he’s as instinctive as I’ve seen but when you watch him in isolation, he loafs quite a bit, especially on plays going away from him or working down the field. Do you see that?
DJ: I do. He does a lot of loafing for a guy rated so highly. I spent a few years around the greatest inside linebacker to ever play the game in Ray Lewis and I never saw him loaf in practice let alone in games, so that’s an issue for me. I don’t think he’s going to run very fast, he looks like a 4.75 type guy and I have to say that 12 is a little early for me.
http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/sports/ ... t_w_1.html
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Dave, I posted the same article in the Draft forum. He's a scout with Baltimore whom that guy Simon, the draft analyst from London, had a chance to interview.
PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 10:08 pm
That's what the draft process is about, tearing prospects apart and building them up. Teams have been none to put negatives out on a kid that they hope will drop to them to hopefully scare other teams off.
All of these kids have there weaknesses, no question about it. I think there are more positives than negatives with McClain, and if it one thing Parcells knows is linebackers.
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Essay on the Meaning of Nationalism
Essay on Imperialism as an Aggressive Form of Nationalism
Essay on the Merits of Nationalism
Essay on the Demerits of Nationalism
Essay # 1. Meaning of Nationalism:
The exclusive right of the people of a country to form an independent and separate political existence is called nationalism. It is based on the tribal instinct of a man to lead a gregarious life. It is at the same time a psychological expression of kinship. Those people who claim a common peculiar social heritage and a common culture in art and literature have a tendency to nurture a feeling of nationalism. It is rooted in a common past.
According to A. E. Zimmer – “Nationalism is a sentiment to share the glories of the past, to have done great deeds together, to have a common will in the present and a desire to do more in the future.”
The concept of nationalism is of recent growth. It was unknown in the ancient or medieval period. “That India without the Indians is no India and that there were Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians all over the country, lacking, however the feelings of nationalism” was the observation of Russi Modi.
In the feudal period of the medieval age, the state was considered a personal property of the King, and the people had nothing to do with the state. In the seventeenth century the Commercial Revolution took place in Europe and it could not brook the feudal barriers. The industrialists who emerged as a new effective class in the wake of the Commercial Revolution clamoured for one state for one nationality.
It was the Tudors under whose wings a strong centralised state was established in England. This system travelled to France with the French Revolution, which threw to the wind the feudal barriers. Nationalism was the great ideal of the nineteenth century Europe. The idea that a nation has “natural rights” was first formulated as a proposition with universal validity during the French Revolution.
Napoleon’s army helped to spread the novel ideas of the French Revolution far afield Europe, where the creation of the nation-state gradually became the accepted goal. The national awakening of the Germans occurred after the Prussian disaster at Jena in 1806. The Congress of Vienna of 1815 denied the new legitimacy of the nation.
A century later, the Austrian empire was to die as a result of this refusal. In the mid-nineteenth century central Europe was rocked by the slogan of one state one nationality. In Asia it culminated in the Quit India campaign of Mahatma Gandhi in 1942.
Geographical unity, common history and common culture are other factors that are woven into the texture of nationalism.
Essay # 2. Imperialism as an Aggressive Form of Nationalism:
Internationalism is a perverted form of nationalism. This arises out of egoistic concept of one’s own nationalism that the laws and civilisation of one’s own country are superior to those of other nations. This pampers the racial feelings and degenerates into chauvinism or bellicose nationalism.
Thus the so-called superior nations in a bid to parade their superiority grabbed more and more territories belonging to weaker nations. Gradually they extended their cultural roof over the occupied areas and finally ruled over those occupied territories. In this way comes in imperialism which is a virtual machinery of exploitation.
Imperialism stands for a creed which believes in a common system of law and government over people of different stages of culture. Thus the essence of imperialism is “unification and assimilation” of less advanced and weaker people by the more advanced ones. A classic example of imperialism is the British Raj over India from the middle of the eighteenth century to the middle of the twentieth century.
The Industrial Revolution and the naval supremacy of England made England a big power and she began to grab the backward areas of Asia and Africa. England would drain away all important raw materials like cotton and jute from India and would make fine clothes out of these materials and sell these commodities in India at a very high price.
Imperialist England became fat and rich by the gains from her colonies in India. Thus colonialism is an accompanying trait of imperialism.
Essay # 3. Merits of Nationalism:
The following are the major merits of nationalism:
In the first place, nationalism creates the birth right of every set of people to aspire for an independent political life.
According to C.D. Burns:
“There is some special quality in every group which must be preserved in the interests of whole humanity. This quality can only be preserved if each group of people has an opportunity for characteristic development of its own laws and institutions.”
Thus nationalism has offered an opportunity to every set of people to contribute their distinctive share to the world civilisation and literature.
In the second place, nationalism gave rise to a healthy spirit of national rivalry and thereby-added to the enrichment of culture and improved standard of living. This is responsible for the advancement of every nation politically by the intercourse of contact, competition and antagonism.
If all groups of people would live together and were controlled by a common government, this would destroy their special character and rather degenerate them into so many uniform commodities.
In the third place, the states founded on national sentiment are more lasting and the laws therein are better obeyed than those states which are conglomerations of various nationalities artificially subjected to a common authority.
In the fourth place, nationalistic states are more democratic. It is seen that the people readily obey the authorities of the national states than that of a state having several nationalities. So J. W. Burgess rightly observed- “The national state solves the problem of the relation of sovereignty to liberty so that while it is the most powerful political organisation that the world has ever produced, it is still the freest”
Lastly, the spirit of nationalism stimulates an inherent desire in the people to make themselves free and independent from the foreign rule. India and many other countries of the third world got their freedom because they felt that they constituted a separate identity. But for such a feeling India could not attain her independence from the yoke of England.
Essay # 4. Demerits of Nationalism:
The following are the main drawbacks of nationalism:
In the first place, the extreme form of nationalism degenerates into jingoism. Breaking away of Ireland from Britain might be welcome, but if Scotland too wants to have an independent state it will not only weaken Britain but will make herself a very weak state.
It is to meet the lust for the small states to have independence that led to the outbreak of the two World Wars. In the name of nationalism, crores of rupees were wasted to the benefit of none. So nationalism is not always desirable.
In the second place, nationalism breeds pride and self-interest.
Thomas Hare rightly observed:
“Nationalism is a proud and boastful habit of mind about one’s nation accompanied by a hostile attitude towards other nations. It admits that individual citizens of one’s nationality are always right whereas others are always wrong. It is prejudiced and inhuman. It is a mania and an exaggerated egoism.”
According to Rabindranath Tagore:
“Nationalism is an organised self-interest of the whole people and the organisation of politics and commerce for selfish ends and an organised power for exploitation.”
In the third place, nationalism may go to disturb the world peace. If there is no end of nationalism, international peace and order will be a far cry. Although nationalism has been a potent force in the making of the World War, it has produced aggressive patriotism and has caused the disintegration of several empires and inspired many struggle for freedom from foreign yoke.
But nationalism in the hands of the industrially progressive countries degenerated into imperialism, which holds the country above humanity aiming in the weakness of other nations and opportunity for political domination and economic exploitation. One nation seizes its neighbour’s throat and keeps him quiet. But peace cannot come from suppression of the neighbours.
It can come only in having confidence and trust in each other, from goodwill and tolerance between nations. Unfortunately, the spirit of militant nationalism gave rise to two global conflagrations, which cause enormous loss of life and property. In protest against the ugly consequences of aggressive nationalism, the public opinion of the world is shifting in favour of establishing a brotherhood among mankind.
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So two fursuiters at a charity event in New Jersey apparently decided to get it on explicitly on the hood of a car outside in broad daylight. Local council saw it, kids saw it, photos were taken.
In addition to the usual embarrassment & mud-flinging, the ~$600 fundraising for new medical equipment is likely going to cost over a quarter of a million dollars in lost equipment, fines and penalising budget-cuts, as well as possibly the jobs of 5 people who were hosting & organising.
Knock-on effects are likely to include not only the prosecution of the two douchebags (we can hope), but complete destruction of community events in that area and the community becoming an overnight anathema to the close-knit Fire and Emergency Medical Service community.
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Okay this is all in the USA, so I’d hope it can be avoided in the UK, but frankly we’ve already had more than enough similar events the community’s dodged the bullet on previously. That sinking feeling you get when these things occur? Remember when you were little and broke a plate or a window or something? It’s the feeling of not knowing if this is the time you’re going to get the full wrath of god down on you for your actions. You can’t dodge bullets forever. This is why you should do things to fix shit rather than ignore or hide it. Deciding to contront a fear is the only control we ever have over it.
If I had one of those “furry pride” stickers or T-shirts, this is the point I’d be burning it. Reading this sort of thing makes you feel like a bunch of people have decided to dunk you bodily in a septic-tank. It feels like it’s cloying to every bit of you. Especially when you remember there is no way there won’t be some clutch of the group who close-ranks over it, either for self-protective interests or because they find a way to justify the actions of the people involved.
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Homestead Space – Idle Thoughts and retrospective..
For about 7 years I was part of a wonderful little writing group calling itself the “Homestead Space RP”. It started off as some casual freeform roleplay set in the equally freeform “Homestead Space” universe (essentially Earth, but hundreds/thousands of years after the disappearance of humans and the subsequent appearance of anthropomorphic animals. Attempts to set this in stone were never really completed).
It evolved into an increasingly verbose multi-author writing group, until it eventually came to a halt in something of a “perfect storm” of personal priorities, time and an increasing number of story threads, as well as differently evolving writing styles.
Although the groups email list has essentially been quiet regarding new writing for several years now, my mind often wanders back to it’s wonderful mix of concepts and characters.
One of my favourites was the extra-galactic race, the Vulpinian Empire. An ostensibly anthropomorphic fox race from Andromeda, and the creation of my good friend Jason.
This expansionist bureaucratic advanced race had as their vanguard to the Milky Way galaxy the elderly Space Battleship Yamamoto-inspired “Firefox” Battlefox-class battleship, and eventually it’s six “sister” ships. They often edged into power-gaming territory, but still remained improbably plausible. They were both often far more advanced than local technology, but also hindered greatly by centuries of improper and insufficient maintenance in their bottom-rung placement in the Navies of the Empire and it’s far more recent vessels. A powerful, but essentially elderly combatant. And that’s what I loved about it. Okay it didn’t fit with the more local entrants, but it wasn’t a local entrant. It was huge, dirty, quirky, and essentially lovable for all of it’s 6-mile long bulk.
The USS Enterprise is the Apple iPod of spacecraft; shiny, new, untouchable, irreparable, even ethereal and delicate. The Battlefox class ships were more like a shit-kicked old laptop by comparison; battered and held together with tape and hand-soldered repairs, but still a laptop with the right killer apps on board.
A military laptop. Made in Russia. With depleted uranium.
It shared that sort of Red Dwarf vibe; too old to live, too big to die. It’s crew were loyal through adversity, it’s AI was quirky (and emerged into full sentience), it’s main weapons failed often enough that it was a plausible combatant, it’s casualty figures were on par with it’s extreme size, and it’s esoteric features fitted both it’s piecemeal maintenance history, advanced technology, and previous roles.
A weapon that destroys black holes sounds like power-gaming if it’s not been mentioned before. Perfect for suddenly removing the problem of a player possessed by the destructive spirit of a fragment of neutron-star. But it fits perfectly when one of the ship’s previous roles was hunting down their own races creators; a species known to use singularity manipulation as a principle technology.
A vessel that’s essentially a battleship in space seems improbable and impractical, but well fits an expansionist race as an invasion craft. It provides the maximum protection to the planetary ground-fire on approach, and essentially lands a multi-mile high walled fortress on the planet when it does touch down, fully ready to repel ground and aerial attack alike, as well as unload ground troops and gear through lower decks. Even landing it at all would likely cause small earthquakes, and at any speed; a wake of earth to plough through anything.
A powerful vessel that’s still essentially expendable, but more approachable to less technological races when you’re eyeing up the galaxy next door and don’t want to cause a panic yet.
It was a pleasure to write about for me with the ease continuity could be fixed up retroactively.
In the latter days of the group, my (then fictional) company Starborne Works took on a local maintenance contract for the small fleet after they became stationed there to help defend against local threats as (officially) a good-will gesture from the Empire. It would provide the ‘fox fleet with their first proper repairs in decades or centuries, as finally affordable with the local labour. I was hoping there would also be an additional subtext of eventually testing the small fleet’s loyalty with how accepted and helped they’d been in this galactic backwater verses their own near non-person status “back home”.
But before that eventual plot-point I got some way into writing essentially a jungle-adventure-in-space. The essence of it was to be that with some 300 years between the first and last ‘Foxx-class ship being produced, there had been design changes, and in the intervening centuries a lot of the design rationale and master designs had been lost. So with royal approval (the Empire worked under an elected queen and council-class) one of my own prototype Fluke-class ships was to accompany the FireFox all the way back to Vulpinian Space and the decommissioned shipyard where the craft had been built.
The yard however was now buried under many miles of more recent derelict structures. Docks, bays, research, development and testing labs and areas, offices, storage and maintenance. Afterall you don’t really need to worry about space in space, only about having something to hang onto. Hundreds of kilometres in diameter, the rough-sphere of old facilities had finally been officially shut down as a safety hazard once a new yard had been made in a nearby system. But somewhere, many kilometres below the surface, were the ‘Foxx design offices and drydock. Long since built around/over, and with many hazards making teleportation an impossibility, a team was to trek down into the depths of the pseudo-jungle. A maze of unstable structures, overgrown hydroponics, radiation hazards, mutated vermin, and still-active power, security and maintenance systems. And finally in the cavernous dry-dock beside the offices, the discovery that although funding was cancelled on the final 8th ship; the substantial part of it’s superstructure was laid down first. Somehow forgotten in centuries of paperwork, a fresh hull complete with some of it’s reactors and drive systems.
To be brief, the contract allowed the salvage of anything pertinent to the repair and maintenance of the ‘Foxx fleet, and Sci (as the roleplay character) was not going to leave this prize behind. Managing to jury-rig the drive systems for a brief “pulse”, they were to be able to knock the hull into hyperspace where the FireFox would then be able to tow it out from under the relative location of the station and back into real-space.
And at some point on the journey home, Sci confesses to his personal AI that surely the best way to work out how to repair and upgrade the other ships would be to have one to work on from scratch.
Such work would also reveal the secret “fail-safe” devices implanted in the other ships in case of rouge-AI. Ostensibly the product of untrusting council members, long-gone.
And so, several years later, I readily imagine this short exchange between Sci and the perpetually unflappable Queen Victoria Vulpinia after a bottle of champagne-analogue has shattered prettily off the hull of the freshly commissioned “GhostFoxx”…
“My lawyers told me something else interesting too. Apparently the service contract lists both items of salvage for repair and research purposes as well as the stock parts held by my company, as property of my company.”
Her body stiffened an imperceptible fraction, eyes locking out into the distance, and a strangled quiet squeak briefly fought to get past her tightly closed but still-smiling lips.
“Apparently it’s for liability reasons. I just thought it was amusing that a ship that technically belongs to me is now publicly serving in a foreign navy.” He paused a moment to follow the Queen’s frozen but polite gaze out into space, “Though of course I could hardly say it’s really ‘mine’, it belongs to Ghost herself, the product of the open mixing of our two AI types. All the benefits of your technology and our more expandable, even independent you might say, architecture. She could grow up to be anything!” He laughed good-naturedly, “Ah, they grow up so fast.. Good thing she’s part of a friendly government’s navy really. Oh, she did mention that one of the lower council departments of your senate sent her a gift. Some device that could give her quite a light-show apparently. Rather than keep it to herself though and have it installed so close to her AI suite as they rather heavily suggested, she thought she’d have it installed near that Vulpinian listening post on Phobos so we could all appreciate the show if they decide to activate it. She did say she wondered if any of the other AI’s got such thoughtful gifts when they were commissioned.. ooh, the cameras! Smile!”
He finished abruptly with a grin and leaned in to put an arm around Victoria’s waist, giving the rather honest appearance, though not for the apparent reason, of shocked intrusion of the royal personal space.
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Police Academy Rock Garden & Olympic Buildings
Originally Posted by sadykadie2
Thanks Sady! All good fun.
Here's some more.
The Police Academy Rock Garden in Elysian Park is not particularly noirish nor is it horribly obscure as it is a known wedding location (no extra charge for background gunfire) - but it's a beautiful place to visit and we had an amazing impromptu hour-long tour and history lesson from the officer on duty at the gate.
Aside from the view of downtown, there are trails all around and through the rock garden, itself with a thoroughly Hollywood-set vibe to it. Appropriate, as it's been said it was the location for many films and TV series, including Tarzan. I assumed it would be the later Johnny Weissmuller Tarzans, as the rock garden was built in 1937, but I couldn't find any screenshots or specific location listings.
Here's a Memorial Day celebration from 1958:
And the garden today, larger and more multi-tiered than it looks:
The view:
The Police Academy itself has not been covered too many times on the thread, I don't think, though the eminent Mr. Bariscale did a great writeup on his Big Orange Landmarks blog here.
The non-Hollywood history is what really interests me, though - starting with the front gates which are built from granite paving stones pulled from the streets of Los Angeles somewhere. There's a story on Roadside America that says stonework was done by men arrested one night for drunkenness - make of that what you will. The LAPRAAC website states the rock garden was built by officers and trustees so the Roadside story might refer to the construction of the gates or earlier structures. I'd like to think it's true. On the right is our human encyclopedia and gracious host for the afternoon...I hadn't read the forced labor story until after we visited so I couldn't ask him.
It seems the Revolver and Athletic Club was founded in the 1920's, with the complex expanding after the 1932 Olympics. The shooting range was used for the Games and after their conclusion the department received several buildings from the Olympic Village. The LAPD officially took residence in 1936, with the construction of the rock garden shortly thereafter.
Some past posts regarding the Olympic Village - Flyingwedge did a great writeup of the 1932 Olympic Games and the construction of the village housing...
http://forum.skyscraperpage.com/show...ostcount=19441
...and Tovangar mentioned another recipient of Olympic Village housing, University High School:
According to this interesting article from the '84 Games era (from the Toledo Blade but I believe it's an LA Times story), Olympic housing went to the Police Academy, a shop on Olvera Street, out to the PCH in Malibu, across state lines and out of the country. Also that police cadets eat in one of the original Olympic dining halls.
Toledo Blade, July 16, 1984
So here's the main hall of the village in '32...
-Getty Images
...certainly similar to today's Gates Lounge & Dining Center:
An undated postcard of the swimming pool:
-eBay
At sunset today, with a trainee in the middle lane.
Chief Parker with his command staff in the Gymnasium, 1948
The same gym today:
The sign under which all graduating classes pass:
And, for the hell of it - a brief search for the Olympic cottage on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. I forget how or why I narrowed the location down to this collection of small cottages at 19355 E Pacific Coast Hwy - nonetheless, here they are. Possibly the old Malibu Lodge connection mentioned in the article. Inconclusive. But another nice place to visit. Too nice. Not noirish enough.
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It might be hard to pull yourself away from a city as captivating as Paris for a day, but trust me. Colorful enchantment awaits you at Claude Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny.
While Giverny is about an hour's train ride from Paris, it’s a good idea to have a backup transportation plan. Worker strikes limited the train schedule during our stay, requiring us to join a minibus tour to get there.
It’s not a bad way to go. As an added bonus, we even got to hear about Claude Monet’s life in Portuguese as well as English on the way there, thanks to the Brazilians traveling with us. I tease, but it actually was nice having a break between bites of information to digest them more fully.
I prefer factoids to be delivered to my brain via trickle vs. fire hose.
Walking Monet’s still-flourishing estate, it’s easy to see where he drew his inspiration.
Every flower imaginable – and even some that seem out of this world – fill the grounds and spill out the front door of Monet’s home like a welcome carpet.
Monet created his pride and joy, the water garden, by diverting a narrow arm of a nearby river. Bamboo stalks and greenery obscure the pond as you travel a narrow path. Then the first view opens up and devours your expectations.
Sure, we knew it would be picturesque. What we didn’t count on was how the quality of light bouncing off the water would vividly reflect everything in its view. Clouds, weeping willows and brilliant blue skies seemed even more magnificent in their reflection framed by water lilies.
After crossing the Japanese-style bridge painted green instead of traditional red, we sat beneath a weeping willow tree to take in the scene.
In my book, world-class views typically require elevation, an expansive canyon, massive waterfalls, an ocean, skyscrapers or waterfalls. Those are the elements that usually make the greatest impression on me.
Giverny is different. It qualifies as a world-class view because of the feeling it evokes. Instead of using scale, it overwhelms the senses with color.
It made us want to bottle up a piece of the experience to draw upon for years to come.
While Monet had his paintbrush, I have my camera. Admittedly, my instrument doesn’t do it justice.
I felt like a kid in a candy store as a snapped photos of as many flowers as my patient husband could tolerate.
Living in Giverny
Fortunately for Monet, people rewarded his artistic genius while he lived. And live well he did for 43 years (1883-1926) in his home in Giverny.
While the house is sizeable, the walls shrink a bit with the thought of his eight children scampering about.
Not surprisingly, his first studio on the main floor that was later converted into a sitting room is filled with family photos and his paintings. Moving through the house, Monet’s appreciation of Japanese art and furnishings is on display.
Upstairs in Monet’s bedroom, large windows frame another stellar view of the main garden. Fortunately for us, they were open and a cool breeze beckoned us to stop and linger. With the closing time approaching, we pressed on.
The home’s crowning feature came at the end of the tour as we entered the bright yellow dining room and basked in its sunny disposition. Even Monet knew how to master color choices in his own home to evoke an emotion.
The tour culminates with the pièce de résistance – its kitchen adorned with blue-and-white Rouen tiles. It was outfitted with what I’d expect to be a modern stove and ovens for the time.
As we exited through the kitchen door to the front of the house, roosters crowed and the late afternoon light gave it a warm, golden glow. It’s how I imagined Monet would have liked seeing it.
In search of coffee
We had just enough time for a quick coffee before reboarding our minibus. With the main museum closing down, we ventured about a block into the town of Giverny.
We found a nice corner of solitude and caffeine at the Hotel Baudy. The grocery-turned-hotel became a popular spot for artists during the late 1800s.
The hotel owner, Madame Baudy, added several studios in which the resident artists could work. Cezanne used one of the studios here in November 1894, according to a plaque on the hotel’s brick exterior.
We ordered an expresso at the bar and headed across the single-lane road to its tree-covered patio. Cheerful turquoise-painted metal tables and chairs topped with bright orange umbrellas furnished the outdoor eatery. A hedge bordered the area, giving it nice structure without obstructing our views of the beautiful fields around it.
Hotel Baudy is a place I could see spending an evening enjoying an apertif, meal or overnight stay. I’d like to have seen the place bustling with artists, just as Monet might have experienced it.
Coming home to Monet
You don’t have to be a Monet fan or even the least bit interested art to be moved by this place. Having visited Giverny, the next time you see a Monet painting you’ll have a deeper connection and appreciation for the man and his source of inspiration.
I know I did.
Serendipitously, we returned home to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to see the opening night of the Philbrook Museum of Art’s “Monet and the Seine” exhibit. It pulls together a collection of his work depicting mornings on the river he had built a life around.
I smiled inside knowing I had just walked through his home, run my fingers through the flowers of his garden and gotten a feel for the town he called home.
It may be just a glimpse into the life of the man, but it’s an experience that will forever change the way I look at a Monet painting.
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In the future, the existence of the human race hangs by a thread. Earth is being besieged by alien forces, and physicist Ben Simon must develop a weapon system to stop the scourge and save humanity. The largest enemy is the Cylots, an alien population of human-sized insects. They are destroyers who never lose a space plague that leaves dead bodies and lifeless planets in its wake.
The Reincarnation Strategy is about the first scientist who proves that reincarnation happens. His information is needed to save Earth from destruction. But he is in hiding, a hunted man. The problem for humanity: If he can save Earth, where will that information lead?
Stories from the Cylot Wars is a companion book to the Reincarnation Trilogy. It explains actions during those wars that were occurring at the same time, but outside the scope of the trilogy. It also explains in part how the author came to be the agent for Ben Simon in this time period.
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A Father Like a Tree at Free Spirit Nature Camp
Father Like a Tree (ISBN 978-0-9761528-0-4)
For almost every one of the past nine years, the two Beautiful Daughters and, when he was old enough, The Favorite Son (TFS) have spent part of their summers at Waldorf-influenced Free Spirit Nature Camp in Westtown, New York. Every year, they have a blast! This summer, the First Beautiful Daughter is working as a junior counselor while her sister, the Second Beautiful Daughter (SBD) is a counselor in training. TFS is just a happy camper!
This year, camp owner/manager Kate Fox asked me to do the reading presentation for my children’s title, Father Like a Tree, for the five and six year old “Leaping Frogs,” the seven and eight year old “Laughing Coyotes,” and the nine and ten year old “Running Deer.” The 11 and 12 year old “Trackers” were a little too old for this particular presentation.
I did my regular presentation, which includes the story of how I wrote Father Like a Tree, recounting the night more than ten years ago when SBD was just four years old and I told her a story as I put her to bed one night. I also suggested some of the connections between the story and being a parent or a child. Inn addition and as a result of the opportunities the venue provided, I added another dimension: I asked some of the kids to come up and act out the story, for which almost all were more than willing to volunteer.
Literally, under a canopy of leaves and branches
Although nature is a metaphor for our community in Father Like a Tree, there are really just five main characters: the Tree, the Beautiful Bird, and the three Baby Birds. The little five year old girl, Alexa, who portrayed the Beautiful Bird was beautiful herself, innocent, and so completely without pretense, I was moved.
As the children who acted the parts of the three Baby Birds crouched and pretended to be unhatched eggs, Alexa pretended to lay them. Everyone laughed. She was more than credible as a mother bird as she flew “down through the canopy of leaves and branches to the forest flow below” to look for food for her Baby Birds.
The Actors
Alexa’s enthusiasm was infectious until, about half of the way through the book, Alexa looked at me with fretful eyes and told me urgently, “I have to PEE!” So, I solicited an understudy and continued the story as Alexa ran off toward the little ladies' room.
Once I’d finished reading and the kids had finished acting, I explained that almost every story means something more than just the words in it. I told the children that Father Like a Tree was my story; I was the tree an my children, all three of whom watched and listened as I read, were the three Baby Birds. Then, one of the campers asked, “Who is the Beautiful Bird?”
I responded, “Well, it was my children's mom!”
It’s always fun to watch a group of children connect to a story I’ve written when I read it to them. All of the kids were happy to learn that they would go home with their very own copy of the book, which I sat down and personally inscribed for each one of them. Even a few of the counselors asked for a copy!
Great day! Great camp! Thanks Kate Fox and everyone at Free Spirit Nature Camp for allowing me to be a part of your program this summer!
For more information about a Matthew S. Field author visit this year for your school, camp, library, Parents as Reading Partners (PARP) event, or other group, please click the Contact tab here at The Single Father’s Guide Blog or just call Matting Leah Publishing at 845-987-2807. Thanks!
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Six-largest steel firms fined W100b over price fixing
PUBLISHED :September 09, 2018 - 16:42
UPDATED :September 09, 2018 - 17:19
[THE INVESTOR] Korea’s six-largest steel companies were fined a combined total of 119 billion won (US$105 million) by the antitrust watchdog over charges of fixing the prices of steel rebars, officials said Sept. 9.
According to the Fair Trade Commission, the six steel producers fixed prices by reducing discounts during the period from May 2015 to December 2016, significantly lowering the market price of steel rebars.
The six local steel manufacturers included Hyundai Steel and Dongkuk Steel Mill, which were fined 41 billion won and 30 billion won, respectively. In addition, five of the six companies -- except for YK Steel -- are slated to be reported to prosecutors.
Steel rebars are used as tension devices in reinforced concrete and reinforced masonry structures. They are frequently used in civil engineering and construction.
Six steel companies -- Hyundai Steel, Dongkuk Steel Mill, Korea Iron & Steel, Daehan Steel, Hwanyoung Steel and YK Steel -- currently dominate the local steel rebar market with an around 81 percent share and combined sales of 5.2 trillion won.
Among them, Hyundai Steel and Dongkuk Steel Mill lead the market with a 32.9 percent share and a 27 percent share respectively. The remaining four companies have an around 10 percent share each.
Sales managers of the six companies met around 30 times during the 20-month period. After each meeting, the companies reduced discounts on the price of steel rebars.
For instance, in May 2015, they set the discount limit at 80,000 won so that the distribution price of steel rebars would not fall below 520,000 won per ton. The following month, they also reduced discounts of 20,000 won from the previous month so that the price would not fall below 540,000 won per ton.
The antitrust authority said the price fixing had affected the real market price and the companies had repeated the practice when the effects had weakened over time.
“Imposing strict sanctions on price fixing of steel rebars will boost competition in the material market,” said a FTC spokesperson.
The steel industry, however, said the fine is “unfair,” as the price negotiation on steel rebars originally started from the government arbitration around 2011 amid a growing dispute between construction companies and steel companies over the price increase of steel rebars.
According to the steel industry, the consultative meeting for steel rebar prices was set up under the arbitration of Finance Ministry and Transportation Ministry to avoid excessive dispute, and the government had intentionally overlooked the price decision made every quarter.
By Shin Ji-hye/The Korea Herald (shinjh@heraldcorp.com)
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The Witch Watch: Gilbert Is Dead
By Shamus Posted Monday Mar 5, 2012
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Gilbert felt suddenly compelled to wake up. At the same time, he felt that waking up would be wrong, perhaps even rude and offensive. He didn't particularly want to wake up. Quite aside from the proddings of his conscience, he just wanted to keep doing what was already working for him, but he was finding it increasingly difficult to resist. In the military he'd learned that when you're called, you're expected to get out of bed first and then wake up. This habit was deeply ingrained.
The room faded into view around him. Overhead were solemn stone walls, illuminated by a flickering light somewhere off to one side. The walls had alcoves with coffins in them. He was in a crypt, like the kind used by the wealthy to bury their beloved, deceased, and exceedingly well-off relations. It was clean and well-kept, and the only thing remarkable about the crypt was that he was in it.
Gilbert sat up, and he heard someone gasp. His limbs felt numb and heavy. His mind was in much the same condition.
“M-master! Welcome back. Everything has been done according to your wishes,” the voice said nervously.
Gilbert turned and saw a young man kneeling on the cold marble floor. His spectacles glinted in the darkness, reflecting the light of the lantern held in his trembling hand. There was a thin mist on the floor around him.
Gilbert waited for things to settle down inside his head. When he was younger, he'd had a few episodes where he had gone drinking with his fellows and awoken later to find he'd misplaced himself. He found that sitting for a few minutes would do wonders in these cases, and eventually the details would come to him. Usually he just needed one memory to get the process started. Maybe he'd recall what he'd had to drink, or the girls he'd met and what he'd said to them. Or perhaps memories of a fight would surface and explain fresh bruises. Once a piece of the previous evening was in hand, the rest would fall into place and he would be able to remember where he was and how he'd gotten there.
Except, this wasn't happening. His memory was obstinately blank.
The kneeling fellow rose slightly and stopped, seeming to test to see if it was acceptable to stand up all the way. When all seemed well, he stood and relaxed slightly. He looked at Gilbert expectantly.
“Where am I?” Gilbert asked at last. The echo of the stone chamber made his own voice sound odd and unfamiliar to him.
“Your Lordship,” the young man said with a bow, “You are in the family mausoleum.” He consulted a pocketwatch. “It's midnight, or rather recently passed. October first. As I said, everything according to your instructions.”
Gilbert looked down to see that he'd been sleeping on a stone slab, although he felt no worse for it. He suspected the pain would set in once the drink had left his system. “What in the name of the Queen's dainties am I doing in a tomb?”
“Ah yes. You did mention that your memories might be a bit… reluctant. That should pass in a few minutes.”
Gilbert looked down. He was wearing a white robe. A long staff had been laid on his chest, and was now sitting in his lap. He grasped this curious object and caught sight of his hands. They were yellow, dry and somewhat withered. There were cracks in the surface, like parched earth. “My hands!” he cried, letting the staff clatter to the floor.
“I think you were preserved very well in here. I imagine your remaining flesh should last you quite a while.”
“Preserved?” Gilbert asked, suddenly suspecting he'd gotten himself into more trouble than usual this time.
“Your Lordship, do you not remember your plan?” The young man spoke with his head lowered slightly, and with an obsequious attitude, as if he expected Gilbert was going to beat him at any moment. Gilbert could think of no reason to beat the man, other than the fact that he kept talking to him in this infuriating way.
“No. And stop calling me ‘Lordship'.”
“We managed to obtain the… items required for your revivification, and the spells you devised have worked as planned.” The young man held up an unremarkable crystal necklace as evidence.
“Magic? Now you're campaigning for a punch in the nose. I might have done a few things that I'm ashamed of, and a whole lot more that I should be ashamed of, but I've never gone in for the dark arts. The last fellow who accused me of witchcraft got himself dragged out of the pub and kissed the cobblestones until he begged my pardon.”
The young man bowed, “Master, this is most unexpected. Is this some sort of test? I don't know what I should do.”
“You could stop calling me ‘master'. That would be a good start.”
“But… you are my master,” he protested. At this he pointed to the wall, where the following words had been engraved:
Barrington Oswald Mordaunt
Viscount of Ravenstead
Gilbert looked at the stone. “That name is familiar,” he said slowly.
“Yes!” the young man said eagerly. That's your name. And I'm Simon, one of your inner circle servants. We help you in your studies. Perhaps you remember me? I've been in your service for years.”
Gilbert rose and pointed the staff at the engraving. “That's not my name,” he said firmly. “I'm Gilbert Hiltman.”
Simon had already seemed nervous and anxious, but now he had the appearance of a man caught in the throes of primal terror. “No!” He squeaked as he placed his hand on his heart. His face had gone white and he seemed to be breathing quickly. “But… how did you come to rest in the Master's chamber?”
Gilbert stared at him. After a few moments Simon blushed. “I guess you wouldn't know that yourself.” Simon looked around the chamber, as if he expected to see another body at hand. “I don't know what I did wrong. I really don't. Where is the Master?”
Gilbert guessed that Simon was not yet twenty. It was hard to judge. He seemed thin and malnourished, and might look older if he was properly fed. He was dressed in a rumpled shirt which might only be called white by the most generous observers. It was marked with fingerprints of black grime. Over that he wore a brown waistcoat. There was a bowler hat atop his head, under which his hair had been allowed to grow wild. His trousers looked as though they were expertly tailored ten years ago, and thoroughly mistreated since then. The knees were torn and threadbare. He was standing at the center of an elaborate circle of symbols that had been drawn onto the stone floor in charcoal. Along the edge of this was a ring of dwindling candles. Nearby was a large, ragged book, hanging open and revealing unwholesome truths.
“I'd apologize for all the time and effort you wasted in bringing back the wrong fellow,” Gilbert said. “It's a shame to see young people dabble in evil business. But I'm rather more upset at the prospect of being dead myself.”
“You don't understand!” Simon cried. “We are in a great deal of danger. The others are waiting outside. This is… our group has worked for years to achieve this. When they discover I've brought back the wrong man…” His voice trailed off as he stared out into the darkness beyond the chamber.
“Yes?” Gilbert said impatiently. “What will they do? Notify the police and complain that their illegal magics have been misappropriated? Write a scathing editorial? Sue me? Kill me?”
“Well, yes. Or rather, they will undo the magic binding you to this world, returning you to death. After which they will torture me to death for my failure.”
Gilbert sighed, which made a deep, hollow hiss that seemed to echo all around him. “Maybe this is why people don't join cults and practice necromancy. I suppose we must both blame your mother, for raising an imbecile.”
A voice called from outside, “Simon! What news?”
Simon put his hand over his mouth. He looked very close to tears.
Gilbert did not particularly like Simon. Quite aside from his necromancy, he seemed to be a coward, and Gilbert could not abide cowards. But he didn't like the idea of the lad being tortured to death, either.
The voice continued to call Simon. It was demanding, and grew steadily more impatient.
Simon paced furiously, casting his eyes around as if he expected to find a means of escape in the dusty corners of the room. At once he stopped pacing and turned to Gilbert. He spoke with a trembling voice, “Perhaps we can pass you off as the Viscount. We could return to the estate, and then I could look in his Lordship's library to see if I can find a way to sort this out.”
“We'll see,” Gilbert said. He slid himself off the stone slab and stood up. His body still felt a bit numb but his legs were able to hold his weight and he seemed to be as strong as ever.
Simon blinked in surprise as he looked up at Gilbert. “You are very tall!”
Gilbert sighed again, “You know, people have been telling me so since I was fourteen. Constantly. Yes. I am tall. Thank you. I had noticed before, actually.”
“Sorry,” Simon stammered. “But this might impede our deception. His Lordship is of normal stature, at best. Or was, before his death.”
“You think they'll notice? You didn't.”
“You were lying down!” Simon said defensively. “And these men have known the Viscount since before I was born. You have to understand, these men are deadly serious. We call them the ‘Four Horsemen'. Not to their face, mind you, but the name suits them. They are the elders of the Order of the Eternal King.”
Gilbert laughed. “Was that name not already taken by some other cult?”
“You jest, but these men have done horrible things to attain the power they have. They're all Dukes or Barons or that sort of thing. Some of the other acolytes told me that one of them is even a Member of Parliament.”
“If this lot is so bad, why don't you just leave? It's not right getting mixed up in business like this.”
Simon shook his head. “I can't. I just… you can't get away from the Lord Mordaunt, even in death.”
“Fine,” Gilbert said, “Lead on.”
Simon stepped out of the circle of writing, being careful not to smudge his work. He snuffed out the candles, leaving them with just the meager light of his lantern. He retrieved a dark robe from the corner of the room.
“You wear black robes in your cult,” Gilbert observed. “Why don't cults ever wear yellow robes? It would catch people off guard.”
Simon unfolded the robe. “I took it off because I didn't want it dragging all over my writing while I worked, and I was worried that I'd set myself on fire with all these candles about.”
“Let me wear it,” Gilbert said. “I don't like parading around dressed like this. How short was your master? His burial gown looks like a tunic.”
They left the chamber and Simon led them up a long set of narrow stone steps. He walked holding his lantern out in front of him, while Gilbert trudged behind in his new black cloak. He'd pulled the hood up, and his face was in deep shadow. He walked with the ornamental staff, using it like a walking stick.
At last they came out into the brisk night air. The stars were out and the moon was nearly full. They were in a small graveyard. In front of them was a low hill, leading up to a darkened manor. To the left the land sloped away down to the road. To the right were open fields, hedged in by dense trees. The place struck Gilbert as familiar, but his memories were slippery.
Four men awaited them, dressed in similar black cloaks. As they exited, the Four Horsemen drew back their hoods and knelt down. All of them were gray-haired men with grim faces.
“Welcome back, your Lordship,” the oldest said. He had a gravelly voice with an aristocratic accent. “All is in readiness. What is your command?”
Simon had walked around behind the men and was now grinning nervously and motioning silent applause. It's working!
“Stand up!” Gilbert commanded.
Simon grew wide-eyed and glared at Gilbert. He held out his hands in dismay. What are you doing?
The Horsemen also seemed curious at this. Perhaps it was his voice. Or his accent. Or his height. They rose, but they did so looking at one another in confusion.
“Gentlemen!” Gilbert boomed, “You stand before the mighty Viscount of Pugilism!” He grabbed the heads of two of the men in front of him and cracked them together. The men went limp and collapsed into a heap of wrinkles and black wool.
“That's not the Viscount!” cried one of them. “What have you done, foolish boy?”
Gilbert socked the man in the bridge of the nose before anyone could fashion an answer for him.
“Treason!” screamed the last horseman, and he reached beneath his robes to draw a sword. Gilbert caught his hand and pushed the sword down before it left the scabbard. The man put his other hand on the hilt, and the two strove like this.
“Gilbert!” Simon cried.
The horseman found he could not overpower Gilbert's grasp, but he continued to try and free his sword. Since he couldn't bring the sword up, he tried holding it in place and pulling the scabbard away by moving and twisting his hips.
“Gilbert, look!” Simon said, his voice rising in escalating panic.
Gilbert allowed the horseman to twist around, struggling comically against his iron grip. Once the man had bent himself into a truly absurd and untenable position, Gilbert yanked sideways and sent him to the ground. A firm kick to the head quieted the old man. “There,” he said to Simon, “Now you're free to leave these nasty fellows.”
“Gilbert!” Simon shrieked, “The road!”
A party of some half-dozen men had arrived, riding on carts. Some bore lanterns and swords. Others bore rifles.
“I thought you said there were only four!” Gilbert snapped.
“These fellows are not from our order,” Simon hissed in a stage whisper.
“Halt!” One of the newcomers shouted, “In the name of the Ministry of Ethereal Affairs and Her Majesty the Queen, you are ordered to stand and declare yourselves!” They hurried up the hill, their gear clanking as they moved.
“Bloody hell. It's the Witch Watch! We'll hang for sure,” Simon said with despair.
“Don't worry. We're not with this lot,” Gilbert said as he prodded one of the horsemen with his foot, “Just be polite and explain that you were only working with them out of fear.” Gilbert threw back his hood and walked down to meet the Witch Watch.
“No, don't!” Simon shouted.
Several things came to Gilbert's mind in this moment. One was noting that his strange echoing voice – which he had attributed to being inside the tomb – was still strange and echoing, even outside. The second was remembering what his hands looked like, and how the rest of him was likely in similar condition. The third was that he was currently dressed in the black robes of this cult and carrying some sort of ornamental scepter, which would not only make him look like a member but might go so far as to suggest that he was the ringleader. The Witch Watch had found them in the countryside at night, and likely had news of what was supposed to be happening here. They would be expecting trouble, and everything about this scene would tell them that they had found it.
The lamp light fell on Gilbert and the captain of the group went wide-eyed. “ABOMINATION!” he screamed.
Gilbert wasn't sure if he should hold onto the staff to defend himself, or surrender. In a panic, he tried to do both and raised the staff over his head.
“Spellcraft!” screamed the captain.
The men fell to the ground. At first Gilbert thought they were all cowering, but then the rifle shots came and he realized there would be no sorting this out tonight. He spun around and fled.
As he turned, he caught sight of the person at the rear of the Witch Watch. It was a woman. She looked thin, almost waif-like. She had stood at the back with a pistol in her hand, and now that the men had taken cover she was walking up the hill, heedless of the shooting and supposed danger of spellcraft. Shockingly, she seemed to be wearing trousers.
Gilbert saw no more of her. As curious as it was, he was more concerned with not being shot or (worse) captured. Great Britain prided herself on even justice and humane executions, but the Witch Watch was one of the last institutions that – if popular gossip was to be trusted – still wielded the older, harsher style of law enforcement.
Gilbert sprinted away from the watchmen, casting aside his staff as he did so. Simon had wisely begun running several seconds sooner, and thus had a good head start. Nevertheless, Gilbert's great strides allowed him to catch up quickly. He was glad to discover that whatever strange things had befallen him, he was still as able-bodied as ever. He wanted to look back and see what his pursuers were doing. Gilbert wondered if the riflemen were giving chase or sharpshooting. He was also anxious to get another look at the woman, just because. But he didn't dare take his eyes off the ground in front of him. They were running through a graveyard at night while being shot at. Tripping could be fatal.
The gunshots rang out surprisingly quickly, and at an even rate.
“They have very good rifles,” Gilbert commented as they ran.
“What?” Simon gasped. His steps were already faltering.
Gilbert grabbed him by the shoulder and hauled him sideways, “This way. Into the trees.”
The shots fell silent as Gilbert and Simon dove into the shroud of the forest. The men shouted to each other, but Gilbert could not catch the words.
“We'll never escape them all,” Simon gasped. He stopped and conscripted a tree to keep him from falling over.
“We don't need to escape them all,” Gilbert pointed out. “They won't all follow and leave the Four Horsemen unattended. I suspect no more than half of them will give chase. Come on. Walk if you can. The woods are big and lanterns can't see far. We should be fine as long as we can get some distance before daybreak.”
It was dark here under the trees, and Gilbert could only barely make out Simon's outline as he pulled himself upright. The bright moon was fortunate. There was just enough light for them to move without running face-first into a tree. Simon stumbled now and again on tree roots, but the shouts of their pursuers became increasingly distant.
“How many are there, do you think?” Simon asked as he struggled for breath. “I didn't think to count them.” They had been fleeing for perhaps a quarter hour and had now stopped for another rest.
“There were six men,” Gilbert replied, “Four rifles. Two swords with lanterns, one of which was their captain. Plus the woman. They won't send both lanterns away, which means we only have one lantern chasing us. Most likely not the leader. He'll want to investigate the goings-on at the tomb, and leave the chase to his men.”
“You know a great deal about the Witch Watchers,” Simon marveled.
“No. I know a great deal about being a soldier. And the task of running around in the woods looking for a deadly wizard, at night, with one lantern, is exactly the sort of job that an officer would delegate.”
Simon slumped down against an old tree-trunk and hung his head between his knees. “I see. You're right. They must be assuming you're a wizard. Who ever heard of performing a revivification on a common soldier?”
“Who ever heard of reviving the wrong person?” Gilbert shot back.
Simon was quiet for some time. Gilbert waited patiently as the boy recovered his breath with much coughing and sighing. For his own part, Gilbert didn't feel short of breath or even tired.
When Simon's breathing had settled, he pushed himself upright. “You said there was a woman there. I hadn't noticed her. I do wonder what that was all about. They're wizard hunters. Well, wizard killers, really. I wonder why they would bring along a woman for grim work like that.”
“Let us make every effort to not find out,” Gilbert suggested.
Trivia: “The Witch Watch” was originally going to be titled “Gilbert is Dead”, but there was already a play by the same name.
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148 thoughts on “The Witch Watch: Gilbert Is Dead”
Factoid says:
Monday Mar 5, 2012 at 10:27 am
I like the title “Gilbert is Dead”. Did you know there’s another book on Amazon called Witch Watch? It looks like some kind of picturebook.
True but no “The Witch Watch”.
I didn’t see “Witch Watch” until after we already published. :( I even googled for it while writing.
Hopefully no trouble comes of it.
X2Eliah says:
Probably not, after all the printed names, referred names, names on amazon and etc. are different, and the search results for the two terms seem to distinguish the two correctly.
But, yeah.. sometimes this stuff can be a pain, so heartfelt hoping there’s no fuss about this (“Witch Watch” was released in 1980s something though, iirc, so maybe it’s just way past it’s prime-time anyway).
Putting up this excerpt was a good idea, Shamus, since my interest has gone from “Eh, what’s that really about anyway?” to “Dang it, now I need to get a copy!”
Chris B Chikin says:
It’s worthwhile. I’m at the end of the first chapter just now and the feel is sort of Terry Pratchett meets steampunk Victorian England only with the overall insanity dialled down a couple of notches.
EDIT: Although the Pratchett vibe might be just me, given that I finished reading Mort right before starting The Witch Watch and I’m probably not far enough through it to tell for certain.
I read a lot of Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett and really think Shamus’ writing does have a Terry Pratchett vibe though I have NEVER gotten him to read a Terry Pratchett book.
Hitch says:
Has he ever read, “Jonathon Strange & Mr. Norrell” by Susanna Clarke? I suspect not, or we may never have gotten “The Witch Watch.” It’s another first novel with a somewhat similar theme. It’s set in a alternate England of the early (rather than late) 19th century and deals with the return of magic. It has a very different writing style. Clarke deliberate evokes the prose of the period rather than writing in a modern voice as Shamus does, but I think it likely anyone enjoying one book would also appreciate the other.
Interesting. Shamus’ entertainment reading habits include the same websites he has been reading for 10 years, the occasional news article–especially gaming news plus LotR about once a year or so (and less often Douglas Adams). I am sure he has read other things but he prefers to stick with what he loves for regular reading. So convincing him to read something he hasn’t enjoyed previously is…tricky so I usually don’t bother. :)
Zak McKracken says:
Monday Mar 5, 2012 at 7:34 pm
This is really strange to me. Re-reading the same books? Alright, there are books worth reading twice, but … I’m imagining young Shamus (haha, pun!) going “I’m not going to read this “Lord of the Rings” thing, I’ve already read Alice in Wonderland, and I liked that so I’ll stick with that…
Dear Shamus: Go and read Pratchett. Now.
It wil not just entertain you, it will make you a better person without you even realizing before it’s too late. It will teach you about the human condition, about society, about people and states, about … jokes. Really godd jokes, too. I mean, the guy was promoted to nobility for this!
And you’re wife’s gonna be happy about it.
And your kids.
And probably half your blog readers. if not more. And they’ll be happy to cope with any reduction in content of this blog due to this. Am I right?
I reread favorite books multiple times as well though I have a wider variety of rereads since I like to have a book going at all times and he only occasionally gets the urge to read. Favorite books get reread on a yearly basis for me. For him to, though in Shamus’ case he likes to keep the list simple. The nice thing about rereading is that you can read for a few minutes and put it down if you have a lot of other things going on. If you are reading something new you may find you hate it, you may find that you get interrupted in an important part and so on. So I get why, I just wish he had more variety so we could share more. Usually he ends up listening to me read favorite bits aloud so he is at least exposed to all my favorites. :)
Tuesday Mar 6, 2012 at 5:45 pm
Haha, this is cool. I started reading reading to my wife, and that worked great for Pratchett (which she loves now) and some other books. Then I started with the Hobitt, and there isn’t a single page in that book (that is, in the first quarter, I stopped after that) during which she hasn’t fallen asleep … I’m doing something wrong :(
krellen says:
Actually, we expect blog posts about Shamus’s Pratchett reading insights.
Freykin says:
Tuesday Mar 6, 2012 at 1:02 am
It’s not too strange a practice. I go back and forth from reading new material to rereading ones that I highly enjoyed. It’s kind of a comfort thing, I think, to go back and read what I read as an adolescent. Nothing cheers me up/puts me in a good mood like sitting down and reading some Redwall or a David Eddings book.
Matt K says:
More acurately, Strange takes place around the Nepoleonic Wars (and don’t mind me I just can’t spell today).
That was a great book (I found it at a used book store is essentially new condition for cheap) plus I loved the footnotes.
As for this book, it’s on my amazon wish list (print edition) but I have like 10 other books to get throught before I can buy anymore (although I’ll probably cave sooner, especially if there’s a signed edition).
Never read Terry Pratchett? Do me a favor Mrs. Young and dopeslap him for me.
I agree– plus it makes it awfully hard to share all the awesomeness when he HASN’T read it! Thankfully my kids don’t take after him in this and happily read Terry Pratchett so I have someone with which to talk about the books. (The also adore the movies, which are pretty awesome.)
tengokujin says:
BBC movies FTW!
Wait, wut? Movies? There are Terry Pratchett movies? Why didn’t I know this sooner?!?
+1 for dopeslap
There’s Hogfather (the first movie), and then later they made “The Colour of Magic” and “The Light Fantastic” in one go. Samwise Gamgee plays the tourist … ahhh … Sean Astin! Thank you IMDB!
Having read the books, I was a little … disappointed. My wife didn’t read the books and also wasn’t too impressed. Then she picked up one of them nonetheless, and _that_ got her hooked :)
We kind of adore The Hogfather. In fact Mr. Tea-time inspired the thief card for Sherwood Showdown.
OEP says:
IMO, the best Pratchett books are the Tiffany Aching series. And Nation is pretty awesome.
Nation was all right. I adore the Tiffany Aching books. Interesting enough they remind me of Miyazaki’s Kiki’s Delivery Service though I am not really sure why other than both are witches. I think maybe because of the attitude of both girls, somehow they remind me of each other.
Also, most recently (as far as I know) Going Postal.
Melfina the Blue says:
There’s also a cartoon version of the book with Music with Rocks in, and Sky just did Going Postal.
There are prisons, filled with people who haven’t read Terry Pratchett’s Discworld. Horrible things happen there. You owe it to yourself, to us, to the world to save Shamus from this most cruel of fates. Only you can do this.
If you don’t… I’m afraid I’ll have to inform the Thought Police.
The movies … actually I wasn’t so impressed. They seemed to me like they just translated the obvious jokes to film and then made a lot of effort so everyone would get every single joke. By explaining them.
At the same time, they lost a lot of the subtle hints at greater things that are in the books. It’s like an 8-year-old telling you about a Simpson episode or … any Pixar movie, basically. There are several layers of awesome in the books that didn’t make it into the movies.
I didn’t say the movies were great, just that my kids loved them. Keeping in mind it is hard to find decent sci-fi/fantasy in general and for the 9-12 year old crowd specifically. Compared to most of the tripe out there the movies are pretty awesome (and the kids love Pratchett’s humor.)
MichaelG says:
The movies try to stick too closely to the book, in my opinion. That kills the timing and makes them long and drawn out.
Parts of Hogfather are probably the best of the series though. Going Postal is a bit tighter than the book, so it’s not bad.
Being fair, it’s probably difficult to translate Pratchett’s way of writing about something into the movie’s way of showing it to you.
In my opinion, the movies show too much, too directly. But then, when reading the book you can at least pause to think, so it’s okay if you don’t get a hint at once. If that happens in a movie, you’re lost.
… So – is Shamus avoiding to read Pratchett because of some quasi-hipster anti-mainstream impulse or….? Because seriously, he really should read some of Terry’s best works at least – if for personal professional growth, if nothing else.
I would say it is more lack of time– he always has way mor eon his plate than time allows.
He’s on my list of Stuff I Should Read Someday.
I need a paypal button where people can donate hours instead of money.
Aye, that makes sense. There is a solution to the lacking time issue, ofc – you just need to turn from a ‘doer’ into a ‘manager’, pushing and prodding other people’s bottoms so they do the work in your place. Because then you can spend the exact same amount of time being unfriendly towards people, bossing them around, and getting subsufficient results. But, for some reason the world thinks it’s the right way of action, so buttocks get prodded.
And if you had read a certain T.P. book, you’d catch a reference in there.
Or perhaps a place for people to sign up to read stuff for you. That way people can stop bothering you to read X book, play Y game, or watch Z tv show. Instead they can take care of all the tedious parts and you can experience the awesomeness by proxy! Too busy for your hobbies? Outsource them!
Ps. I would happily donate a few hours to you if I could.
Monday Mar 5, 2012 at 10:23 pm
In that case, I’m donating my next re-read of the P.I. Garret novels by Glen Cook to Shamus. He MUST read them and since I re-read them semi-annually anyway this seems an equitable deal. Everyone else seems to compare Shamus’ writing to Pratchett and I can certainly see that but to my mind he’s much more Cook-like in his narrative voice.
Still haven’t read Cook. Need to remember to check our local library just in case (they only have a few Pratchett books.
I’ll donate my hours in return for money? :D
Um, money? What is that? You mean people have this thing?
Time as a currency? The movie In Time was pretty good.
Simon Buchan says:
Ironically, it had pretty bad pacing problems :)
Well alright, but to agree to that I’d really need to know how quickly you read. I could probably spare a couple of nights. I waste that time sleeping, anyway.
Lesquille says:
Before I’d finished reading the first sentence, I thought “this reminds me of Pratchett.” Definitely reminiscent of his style.
Tizzy says:
Excellent! Make sure to keep Shamus away from Pratchett then, as I am much more interested to read him channeling his inner Terry Pratchett anyway…
Dragomok says:
I have exactly same feelings.
It will be the third thing I will immediately buy when I have enough money.
albval says:
Wednesday Mar 7, 2012 at 6:05 am
For me this was the second in line. Now the money is gone – but the book won’t arrive until April. April! I might have bought ME3 by then and how am I supposed to read the book in that case?
Agreed. I was thinking of buying it anyway to support your work, but having read this, I immediately went to Amazon and ordered a copy.
I’m really looking forward to reading the rest.
Scourge says:
Wednesday Mar 7, 2012 at 3:48 pm
Very much agreed! Its been to long since I last read a good book and this.. this definitely sounds like one!
And very much agreed with the rest, it has a very Terry Pratchett feel to it.
This book is hilarious! I say we need a TV tropes entry for it because it is made out of hilarity, wit and a very compelling story.
What is this, the first chapter? something new? spoilers for the book?
I NEED CONTEXT! D:
The first section in the first chapter. Each chapter is broken up into multiple sections, usually from different time frames or view points.
cerapa says:
Looks like the first chapter to me.
EDIT: Ninjad.
I immediately recognised the first sentence and was like “WTF Shamus? I just paid for it two nights ago and now you’re putting it online?” But no, it’s just a preview. Worth getting though, especially if you have a Kindle.
Even if he was for some reason giving it away for free I’m still glad I paid for it. It’s well worth the tiny price he put on it and I’m glad to support him for his work.
I’ve never been interested in history or fantasy books so even though I was hooked by Free Radical cover to cover I doubted I would like The Witch Watch as much as the technical cyberpunk story but I’m thoroughly enjoying The Witch Watch.
Hopefully he’ll get more than just money though… It’s already looking like his audience is growing very nicely and hopefully this will inspire him to write more great books.
Bubble181 says:
This was my response as well. Comments FTW or something like that :-)
Paul Spooner says:
Although the clean text is an elegant solution, some introductory “Here’s what I’m doing and why” might not go amiss.
Also, nice intro. Not too over the top epic, not too dull. I like Gilbert’s practicality reflected in Simon’s panic.
Yeah, basically this. I thought you were posting an “alternate-outcome” sequence that ends with Gilbert ceasing-to-exist at the very start (Sort of a “what if” kind of thing).
Looks like the print version is now available on Amazon. I’ve placed my order.
Can I just say, I’m sort of glad you didn’t call your novel “Gilbert is dead”. Because.. I remember at least one other book that was “…. is dead” (no idea what the name of the dead person was), and it was pretty rubbish.
Also, a blank, front-faced title “Gilbert is dead” really implies a different style from yours, Shamus.. Some proto-surrealist dadaism literary wankery is what that title is reminiscent of, to me. “The Witch Watch” at least betrays a sense of humour, double-meanings, subtexts and a lack of a ridiculous desire to “shock” or “upset” the reader for novelty’s sakes.
Also, yeah, choosing the right title is a real pain. Imo, you pretty much dodged a cowpie there, no offense if “Gilbert is dead” was anyones favourite.
Are you perhaps thinking of John Dies at the End? Maybe not, but that is the first thing that came to mind when I read your comment. (I have not read that book BTW, so I don’t know if it was “pretty rubbish” or not)
JDatE is a great book, although every version that has existed (there were two separate incarnations of an online version and now a print version) has been different in some way.
Lets hope the movie is good.
WHAT. WHAT?!
Possibly not. Is that the thing by that Cracked-writer? If so, then it’s not the thing I meant.
Yes, JDatE is “the thing by that Cracked-writer”.
Soylent Dave says:
Is it any good? Amazon keeps recommending it at me, and I’m rebelling in a sort of “I won’t dance to your tune, social engineering bot” kinda way.
But then I keep thinking “but I might like it”
Tuesday Mar 6, 2012 at 11:15 am
Well, it’s one of my top 5 books, but apparently I need to read more.
Also, no one I know has read the version I did, which has my favourite scene in it, so YMMV.
if you’ve read and liked the works of joe hill (horns, heart shaped box), or warren ellis’ crooked little vein, they share a certain feel. it’s pretty good stuff.
Wednesday Mar 7, 2012 at 12:16 am
Maybe Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are dead?
But that’s really, really good. One of the best plays ever.
drlemaster says:
Did anyone else feel a Reginald Cuftbert vibe when Gilbert declared himself to be the Viscount of Pugilism, and proceeded to stake claim to the title?
Ermel says:
I was reminded of Pugilism and the Third Autistic Cuckoo. Let’s see who gets that one. And Shamus: Thanks for posting this. I’m sold. Off to Amazon now …
Yours, Ermel.
I suspect Shamus himself will get that one as he’s reputed to be an Adams fan. For the record, as popular as the Hitchhiker’s books were, they’ll never be as awesome for me as Tea Time was. That was one of my favorite books ever (along with Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency, of course).
I agree. We own all Douglas Adams books (and have watched the showand listened to the radio version multiple times. The kids adore the tv series from the 70’s or early 80’s. In fact we even own Starship Titanic the video game AND audio book. Brilliant game if it weren’t so buggy. “MMMmm, I LIKE chicken.”) Hmm, I am partial to Dirk Gently but Tea Time is pretty awesome. The couch problem often comes up in conversation, as do numerous Adams references.
chiefsheep says:
I just have to add that as a huge Douglas Adams fan I’m off to The Original Cast – Reunited Live On Stage in The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy Radio Show – Live!
I remember listening to the whole thing years and years ago on the radio, and now the original cast are getting back together this summer for a one night show – can’t wait!
swenson says:
Ahaha, yes! I didn’t realize that before, but it is very much true. Gilbert is much more stable than Reginald, however. And he takes fewer drugs.
Mersadeon says:
This was interesting. If this is availible in Germany (I will look it up immediatly after posting this), then I will get it. I like that our protagonist is tall. It has been a while since I read a Fantasy novel with a tall, common soldier as the protagonist (except in books with many, many viewpoint-characters).
Also, one can really feel the “Shamus-ish-ness” in this. I like it.
Yes, is available in Germany.
Available from Smashwords and Amazon (including amazon.de) as electronic version. Haven’t found any actual books yet, except if you order from amazon.com, but that’ll cost a lot in shipping.
You can also buy the print version from Createspace (if you look at the sales page Shamus linked to you will see– should be http://shamusyoung.com/author since on the front page it links to all the editions except smashwords which you can find under the Books tab.) Not sure if they ship to where you are.
Rax says:
http://img713.imageshack.us/img713/4953/createspace.png
That’d be for Berlin, so using createspace you can either have the book sometime next month or pay almost 1.5 times the price of the actual book just for shipping.
I’d probably just go with the digital version, even printing the whole thing would be a lot cheaper.
If you email me separately we can see what shipping would be like for us directly. Shipping from the US is pretty expensive in general but I have shipped paintings to Germany before with no issue so could check what shipping would be for a book. We are going to be ordering a bunch of books for PAX so will have some spare that we can send out if it works out better. — Looks like it would cost $16.95 US to ship and take 6-10 business days after we got our shipment.
Even funnier here: If I click on “add to cart” on Createspace, it tells me “Title The Witch Watch is not available”.
Anyway, I think I’m going to try this newfangled e-book thing anyway. Prevents me from having to buy new bookshelves, which makes live easier when moving, and it’s what people do these days. I’m told.
Heather (Shamus' wife) says:
Tuesday Mar 6, 2012 at 11:42 pm
Um, that might be because today we discovered a bit of a messup on one of the pages (an image went off the page in the print version, so Shamus had me upload the fixed version, which meant it needed reviewed again… should be up now or soon since the review process is finished. So frustrated about it but so it goes.
bigben says:
Also, if you like to read about tall protagonists, I would strongly recommend The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher :)
Also, if you like magic and wise-assing and fighting against odds and awesomeness…
I like those books.
Also I began reading the first few chapters of Shamus’ book, and it is definitely worth the money and up there with my favorite ones. May even buy a printed version to put it on the shelf. Always liked his writing.
And Heather: those Illustrations are really good :)
Clint Olson says:
I’ll second the recommendation for The Dresden Files. When people ask who my favorite authors are, I tell them “Terry Pratchett, Jim Butcher, and Shamus Young” — they’re all authors that I’ve (to my knowledge) read everything they’ve ever written, and will read everything they ever write.
I’ve only read the first Dresden files book — thought it was only OK. Do they get better?
I’ve also seen a couple of episodes of the TV program, but didn’t think they worked as well as the book.
Friend of Dragons says:
I’m a big fan of the series, and I would agree that the first few aren’t exceptional. But if you stick with them, they keep getting better, and many of the more recent ones are just awesome.
My oldest and I love the tv show and I keep meaning to borrow the books from my brother (we got him the series for his birthday since he loves Jim Butcher.) That said I HATED the other books by Jim Butcher that my brother tried to tell me I would love (felt like D&D campaigns– which would be awesome if I were playing but not so much to just read.) So, I have been kind of leery of trying.
Captainbooshi says:
You really should give the Dresden Files a chance. I buy every Dresden Files book the day it comes out, but I’ve never read more than the first book of his other series, and feel no particular need to. They are very different in tone and style.
That one time he… no, I can’t spoiler it. Let’s just say: The books definitely got better. I’d say around book 4?
Yes, they totally get better. The first few books are only worth reading to illuminate plot points in the later ones, or if you’re really bored. I do agree book 4 is where Butcher really hit his stride, and he’s been slowly but steadily improving ever since. He’s now the only author on my list who I consider an automatic purchase, rather than waiting for reviews or the price to fall.
Just noticed the note at the end about the illustrations. Thank you (think that might be the first comment about them I have seen. :))
Scerro says:
I read what I could of it on Smashwords. I’m going to try and pick it up during my spring break while I go back home and I won’t have my computer to play other games, which would normally keep me distracted.
NyalaNevermore says:
Why, this is very nice. I liked the humor and the described events so far. Plot looks very promising. Guess I’ll just go and try to buy this electronic internet book thingie for internet money.
Irridium says:
Yeah, I’m definitely buying this. Right now.
I just ordered the paperback version to be delivered to Germany. I am kind of curious to find out how long it will take :).
Is there a way for me to get this (the print version) in the UK? I like ebooks for long trips but generally prefer the dead tree kind.
The us (print) version is $20, which is fine.
But then add uk shipping
and customs
and VAT, on the price+shipping+customs
and then post office handling fees (for keeping your package while they wait for you to pay the customs+vat)
and it gets to an amount that makes me sad :(
If I can’t get the print version I’ll just buy the ebook, but I do love my dead trees.
Can a UK bookstore order it by the ISBN and bypass much of that for you?
I don’t know, but I’ll try that. Thanks!
Hwwg says:
I do say, my good sir, the ISBN encryption will prove most useful to this acquisition.
Sumanai says:
While ISBN was mentioned, in case anyone else wonders this and doesn’t have a local bookstore or they can’t or won’t get the book, it should appear in other Amazon sites in a few days. Although I’ve already ordered from the US (apparently I’m the only one who got a good deal for postage), I’ve been looking out for The Witch Watch on Amazon.ca and Amazon.co.uk and no luck, yet.
It should be up on the other country sites soon– Amazon takes a while on some of these things.
Garci says:
This pretty much settles it. I was torn between wanting to buy the book and… well, not paying the insanity that Amazon thinks is appropriate for shipping it to Germany, but hell, I’m so reading this. It’s moments like these when I curse my inability (read: refusal) to get a Kindle or similar
You can read Kindle books online or your smartphone.
Alternatively from the page Shamus links to you can buy PDF or plain text versions.
Just to note that the Kindle “cloud reader” browser app is quite fast and about as good as you can get on a screen – so long as it is well calibrated (in particular, not overly-bright) it should be entirely readable there – far more so than most web pages.
Dork Angel says:
Yes, got a Pratchett vibe from it myself and am intrigued. I’ve just finished his latest one and was thinking it will be sad that at some stage there won’t be any more.
As an aside I don’t think you pay custom charges, etc on items under £25 if shipping to the UK.
IIRC, the figure is £15, including shipping…
ooli says:
I dont want to nitpick or anything, but you basically lost me at the point where the servant tell “I was your servant for years” .. And then Gilbert reply “No I’m not, I’m Gilbert”.
May be it is explained later on, why the servant did not recognize the guy he served for years. But the way the misunderstanding comes out was too abrupt for me.
Anyway, it’s very well written, and witty. I should get over this blind memoryless servant.
He does indeed explain this very thing in the next section.
Eh, nevermind, Shamus answered already.
I haven’t read your book (yet) but that’s an excellent line. Your blurb conveys information but isn’t a hook. This line is a great hook, it invokes emotion and has real meat on it. It’s the type of line that if on the back cover would make me keep the book in hand rather than put it back on the shelf.
SOLD! :goes to buy it:
DrKultra says:
So I was going to get this book eventually, then I read this teaser and already ordered the book.
You shrewd marketer you Shamus.
Baltar says:
Wow, sold. Completely sold. Gonna download that PDF and throw it onto my tablet tonight :D
Guvnorium says:
Am I the only one who realized that this (and more) has been available for preview since the Kindle version was released early? That was one of the things that got me to buy it before official release! It’s a good hook, the opening is…
Venalitor says:
“Let us make every effort to not find out.” Sounds like something Groucho Marx would say.
edit: aaaaaannnd, purchased
Hands up everyone who had to think of Simon the Sorcerer when Simon’s name came up in the book!
I had a different problem.
And that’s why it’s good to have a foreign name that is rare even in that country.
Jarlek says:
I was planning on getting this book. Now I have to get it now.
If my nook wasn’t impersonating a paperweight at the moment I’d have gotten it already.
Although you can just read nook books on a computer…
Radagast says:
Looks great! Is it going to pop up on the Canadian Amazon site at some point?
Amazon.ca Link
It should be available on amazon.ca– though they are currently having trouble with books not linking properly to author pages and between books so you may have to search manually.
Neil Polenske says:
Well not sure if yer looking for crits or anything of that nature, but I will note that there were a couple points where it gets a bit info-dumpish. It’s most apparent in the paragraph describing the kid. Going into such detail about the state each piece of clothing is in isn’t necessary or even important and it halts the flow of the narrative.
It doesn’t even make much sense for Gilbert to notice such superfluous details barring any context not provided in this snippet. It would make more sense not to dully describe the boy’s appearance, but describe the impression Gilbert get’s from observing him. Let our imagination fill in the rest, unless knowing the knees on his trousers are threadbare has some plot relevance…?
That aside, the important parts IMO – the characters – are distinct and enjoyable. It looks like a story with a lot of promise.
just like to politely disagree with neil there, i personally don’t find the verbose description of simon boring, one of my favourite authors, neil gaiman, tends to do something similar in a lot of his books. I think it helps you to paint a picture of this fellow, and it lets us know he is down on his luck, maybe once from finery or at least working for nobles/ rich people something similar, but now on hard times, providing the reader with the opportunity to extrapolate this information for themselves, struggling to put little pieces of information together into something coherent, much like gilbert is doing at that point.
Oddly, though, Shamus only describes each character’s clothing and the state of decay of Gilbert – most characters do not get descriptions of their physical appearance. I find it perfectly fine as a style (someone’s clothing tells you a lot more important information about the character than their eye color, for example), but if it was not deliberate Shamus should probably be made aware of it.
Shamus, I promise that when I get out of University and obtain a stable income, I shall purchase your book.
Or better yet, get someone to buy it for me for my birthday (but I promise I’ll finish a song of ice and fire before then, only 2 books!)
Ahh the life of a Uni student, spent all my money on buying my instrument, sad to say. Now I’m just a leech on my parents after the government cut me off.
2 Things I noticed though:
Missing an ‘ ” ‘ at ‘That’s your name’ (then again I don’t think you ever fixed the spoiler warning ‘concersation’…)
And, the guideline ‘say, don’t tell’ (in regards to behaviours, how they spoke, etc), you don’t seem to follow it much… but I actually rather like it here.
Also, I keep thinking of Gilbert Grape.
Mukk says:
Read the preview. Bought the book. Read the book last night. It was good.
I’m left wondering about the undead protagonist thing. Yahtzee did the same thing. Did you guys come up with this idea separately or did you have some kind of collaboration?
I have not read Mogworld but I think I remember this question being answered before, and (someone said) the similarity is entirely coincidental.
I didn’t even know about his project until I had devised my story.
rofltehcat says:
Thursday Mar 8, 2012 at 2:45 am
It is really a bit like a curse, isn’t it? :D
Reach says:
Reading this, “Good Omens” immediately comes to mind. This is a very, very good thing.
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froogger says:
The first one is always free, is it? Damn you for sucking me in like this.
…and now I have to look up “obsequious”.
I wonder if Shamus knows that word, as I do, because of Starflight. Shamus?
Yes! The first time I heard it was in SF.
The second time was in the TMBG song “Turn Around”.
Fun word.
This teaser displeases me. The estimated time of arrival for my copy is early next month.
But, when my brother order a Kindle it arrived in two to three weeks instead of three to four. And the cheapest Kindle is in my price range. Hmm…
Syndic says:
This was a really nice read, and I’d love to buy the full book… however, I’m not buying a PDF for 5$, so I was looking at the dead tree version (I like having actual books at home). Sadly, amazon won’t sell it to me here in germany it seems. Is there any other way to get it?
It will be available in Germany soon– it just takes a while for Amazon to get up to date in all the areas.
Aaaargghhh! Can’t wait any longer!
I have the amazon search page for ‘the witch watch’ bookmarked, I was checking it so often.
Hurry up hurry up hurry up!
Sorry, I’ll go sit in the corner and wait patiently :p
Cool illustrations, by the way.
I’ll bookmark that then ;)
squishydish says:
I’m so glad I already ordered TWW on Saturday. Because of that, I can keep my anticipation in check; otherwise, this taste would make me near-frantic with waiting. BTW, I’m unemployed, but I went ahead and bought the paper version because I just know I’m going to want to lend it to (push it on) my friends.
@Shamus:
I don’t suppose you could put up a link in the “Support this fine website” section that guides us towards buying your book? I think I’ve gotten a little confused over where to go.
droid says:
Thursday Mar 8, 2012 at 8:49 pm
I kinda feel sorry for Gilbert. He never asked for this.
Tuesday Mar 20, 2012 at 7:18 pm
Ummm. I’m not sure if this is the right place to put this, but I don’t use twitter, so can’t do it there. I got really excited when I saw your tweet in the sidebar (about TWW being available) but it’s still not showing up for me on amazon.co.uk.
Wednesday Mar 21, 2012 at 7:09 am
Woohoo! It showed up on amazon! Not available yet, but I can order and forget about it until it shows up at my door. :)
Ordered.
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Tuesday Oct 4, 2016 at 10:57 pm
I know I’m probably several years late, but I highly enjoyed the first chapter. Opening a book and already action is running at you. The story is explained interspersed with said action. Might be getting the book in the near future. Print version too. I’m trying to fill my small bookshelf, and, of course, I’ll be reading it.
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Do-Over…
I love telling jokes. And although I may be tooting my own horn here, I think I’m pretty good at telling them. (You know, I mean if they’re funny.)
Yesterday I was telling a good friend a joke over the phone. It’s a joke I’ve loved for a while. It’s one of those “story with a punchline” types of jokes. I’ve told it tens of times with mostly positive results. But for some reason, I lost track in the middle of the joke and completely flubbed and ruined it. I felt like a total loser. It was one of those moments that I knew the joke was lost before my audience did. And I’ve been obsessing about it for the past 24 hours.
I have a compulsion to tell it correctly — so here I go:
A guy dies and goes to heaven. He’s greeted by an archangel at the gates to give him a brief orientation to show him around. They’re floating everywhere in the firmament above, and the archangel is pointing out landmarks right and left. They pass a beautiful mansion on the right side. Absolutely huge. Golden spires and purple flags adorning the entryway.
Our dead guy sees the mailbox — which is clearly marked “J. HENDRIX.”
“Wow — is this… is this Jimi Hendrix’s place?” he asks, awestruck. He is told that it is, and that Jimi is a friendly guy whom he’ll probably run into at the gym or something.
Further down the road he sees another mansion — far bigger than the Hendrix one. It’s gleaming white, beautifully adorned with platinum towers. The mailbox on this one says “J. LENNON.”
“And that’s — that’s John Lennon’s place?!?” He’s answered in the affirmative. He’s told that John teaches the residents of heaven about music and philosophy. They travel onward.
Finally, they get to this palatial estate that towers over the other two mansions. The walls are made of many colors. The doors and roofs are carved from marble. The pathways are polished onx lined with emeralds. And, sure enough, there’s a jewel-encased mailbox at the front. On this one, surprisingly, was one name: “BONO.”
“I don’t get it,” said the man, puzzled. “I could have sworn that Bono was still alive when I passed away. Did something happen? Is this the house they’re reserving for him?”
“Oh, no…” says the archangel. “This house actually belongs to God. He only thinks that he’s Bono…”
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Metalmom said in June 6th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
*snerk*
*giggle*
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Nat said in June 6th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
Guffaw…
A version of the old surgeon joke. What’s the difference between a surgeon and God?
God knows he’s not a surgeon.
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whall said in June 6th, 2008 at 11:19 pm
Don’t take your in the name of love in vain on Sunday Bloody Sunday
Hilly said in June 6th, 2008 at 11:33 pm
Obsess much? 😉
Winter said in June 7th, 2008 at 11:31 am
I hate it when I flub the only joke I ever remember. I feel like a supreme dork, but I’ve done it a few times. Nice joke BTW. I could hear the “ba dum dum” in my head.
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hello haha narf said in June 7th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
i have heard that joke with football players…turns out god is a steelers fan!
(i love that you were so jacked at screwing it up that you had to retell it here. hehe)
hello haha narfs last blog post..Breaking Outta That Mood
shiny said in June 8th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
MetalMom: I hope *snerk* is a good thing…
Nat: You see? And yours is far more succinct! There’s less of a chance that you’ll screw it up…
whall: … under a blood red sky where the streets have no name move in mysterious ways even better than the real thing.
Hilly: I just felt that the recipient wasn’t 100% satisfied with my joke-telling abilities, that’s all.
Winter: Ba dum dum! Yeah!
Narfcat Goldthwait: I’m just a perfectionist, I guess…
katherine. said in June 8th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
I heard it about football as well…only it was Montana and the Niners…
katherine.s last blog post..commenting back
Epiphany said in June 10th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
Speaking of unoriginal…
*tags Shiny for a MeMe and then runs away*
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Sensex down by 208 43 pts
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Dortmund into Champions League knockouts after Slavia victory
Berlin, Dec 11 (Xinhua) A goal and an assist from Jadon Sancho helped Borussia Dortmund to a crucial 2-1 victory over Slavia Prague in UEFA Champions League Group F.
BVB had goalkeeper Roman Burki to thank for their win, after the Swiss made several saves to help the German side qualify for the tournament's knockout stage.
Lucien Favre's men took a perfect start on home soil as Sancho continued his scoring run by tapping home the opener after 10 minutes following good work from Marco Reus on Tuesday.
Dortmund gained the upper hand and pressed hard to double their advantage, but Reus failed to extend the lead after losing a one-on-one with goalkeeper Ondrej Kolar five minutes later.
Both keepers had busy nights as Burki had to tip Nicolae Stanciu's one-timer around the post on 20 minutes, and shortly afterwards Reus again went one-on-one with Kolar, with the Slavia goalie again winning that particular battle.
Slavia rallied and leveled the scores before the break when Tomas Soucek finished off a combination move via Milan Skoda in the 43rd minute.
To make things worse for Dortmund, Inter Milan also equalized in their match against Barcelona, meaning the German side would have to better the Italians' result in order to finish Group F ahead of them.
After the restart, Dortmund came out with all guns blazing, knowing that only a win would put them through.
Julian Brandt had a golden chance to give the hosts the lead but the German international pulled his effort wide six minutes into the half.
Brandt would not be denied on the hour mark, as he slotted home from Sancho's pass to put Dortmund 2-1 ahead.
The latter stages of the game saw Slavia throw everything up front, while Dortmund's Julian Weigl received his marching orders for a second yellow card in the 77th minute, but the German side rode out the storm to win the game and secure their place in the Champions League knockout stages.
"We have all made this win possible," said a relieved Favre afterwards. "It was a see-saw match with chances on both sides but we wanted the win. However, Slavia is a strong team and they gave us a hard fight. Roman Burki staged an unbelievable performance today."
With the result, Borussia Dortmund finish Group F in second place with 10 points, behind group winners Barcelona (14 points) but ahead of Inter (7 points) and Slavia Prague (2 points).
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New Delhi, Jan 22 (UNI) Bengaluru's Yash Aradhya became the first Indian motorsports star to win the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Award, here on Wednesday.
Bengaluru, Jan 22 (UNI) Ahead of team's departure for the New Zealand tour, India women hockey captain Rani Rampal on Wednesday said playing against higher-ranked teams New Zealand and Great Britain will give a boost to their Olympic preparation.
Lincoln, New Zealand, Jan 22 (UNI) India 'A' produced a clinical performance to beat New Zealand 'A' by five-wickets in the first unofficial ODI at the Bert Sutcliffe Oval, here on Wednesday.
Guwahati, Jan 22 (UNI) As the third edition of Khelo India Youth Games 2020 concluded here today, Director General of Sports Authority of India (SAI) Sandip Pradhan expressed hope that the competition will serve as lauch pad for future international level players from the country.
Guwahati, Jan 22 (UNI) With Guwahati successfully hosting the third edition of Khelo India Youth Games 2020, the organizers have been hard at work with a total of 588 officials involved in catering to the food, accommodation and transport of all the athletes, technical officials, support staff and delegates involved in the competition.
NEW DELHI, JAN 22 (UNI):-Tableau artists from Odisha performing during the preview of the Tableau participating at the Republic Day Celebration 2020 at Rashtriya Rangshla, in New Delhi on Wednesday. UNI PHOTO-JA2U
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The history of Kern County has been preserved in all of its many forms at museums around the county. The crown jewel is the Kern County Museum in Bakersfield, which features the Lori Brock Children’s Museum, the crowd-pleasing Pioneer Village with 70-plus restored historic buildings, and a $4 million interactive exhibit highlighting the petroleum industry.
Enjoy a look at our “Old West” heritage with a visit to the 20 Mule Team Museum at Boron, the Cowboy Memorial at Caliente, or the historic Havilah and Kern Valley museums. The Air Force Flight Test Center Museum and NASA Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base, the U.S. Naval Armament Museum at China Lake, the Col. Vernon P. Saxon Aerospace Museum at Boron and the Minter Field Air Museum near Shafter will thrill aviation and technology buffs.
The history of Kern’s role in the petroleum industry is celebrated by the West Kern Oil Museum in Taft. Natural history is the focus of the Tehachapi Museum, the Maturango Museum at Ridgecrest, and Bakersfield’s Buena Vista Natural History Museum. The Bakersfield Museum of Art can help scratch that creative itch, while many Kern County communities have heritage displays and historic buildings to enjoy.
Click the links below to explore the museums in Kern County:
Kern County Museums
Air Force Flight Test Museum (At Edwards AFB)
Bakersfield Museum of Art
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
California Living Museum
China Lake Naval Museum of Armament and Technology
Cowboy Memorial
Kern Pioneer Village
Kern Valley Museum
Maturango Museum
Minter Field Air Museum
Ridge Route Communities Museum
Tehachapi Museum
U.S. Borax Visitors Center
West Kern Oil Museum
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Bolts take series with 8-4 win
AVON, OH – The ThunderBolts scored five runs in the first three innings on their way to an 8-4 victory over the Lake Erie Crushers at All Pro Freight Stadium Sunday night. The win moves the Bolts 1.5 games behind Lake Erie for the final playoff spot in the East.
Windy City loaded the bases in the first inning with no outs, but could only get one run, that on a Devin Shepherd sacrifice fly.
In the second, Chad Cregar led off with a double, but stood at third base with two outs before Brandon Anderson walked and Mike Torres singled home Cregar. Jason James’ single scored Torres, making it 3-0.
The Crushers tallied their first run in the second when Evan Sharpley walked and reached third on two Dustin Williams throwing errors. Sharpley scored on Kyle Shaffer’s infield single.
The Bolts jumped right back on Lake Erie starter Josh Roberts in the third, scoring two more times. Nick Kuroczko singled and Cregar reached on an error before Lee Rubin’s single brought home the former and Anderson’s two-out base hit scored the latter.
The score remained 5-1 against the Crushers bullpen until the sixth when Torres was walked and James was hit by a pitch. They both scored on a Shepherd single and accompanying Chris Luick error, giving Windy City their biggest advantage of the game at 7-1.
Things got hairy in the seventh when Williams walked the first two batters and was relieved by Matt Costello, who walked the next two batters. Jason Taylor’s single brought home two more runs, but Costello got the three outs he needed without allowing another score and the Bolts bullpen was not seriously threatened the rest of the game.
Zach Aakhus’ eighth inning home run put the game away and finalized the score at 8-4.
Williams allowed two earned runs over six innings and struck out five, giving him 138 for the season, tying Ross Stout’s 2009 team record. He improved to 11-5 with the win. Roberts fell to 8-6 and Durand picked up his first Windy City save, 17th overall.
After an off-day on Monday, the Bolts return home for a three game series against the Washington Wild Things. Tuesday, they will send Bryant Cotton (6-8) to the mound for the 7:05 start time against Justin Hall (8-6). It is 2-for-1 Ticket Tuesday at Standard Bank Stadium and anyone who cannot make it to the park can hear the audio broadcast on Sportsjuice.com.
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The belief that everything foreign is better than locally produced has affected all parts of [African] society. Some studies suggest that Africans are the largest absorbers of all foreign materials, from beauty products to re-used products. Nigerian alone imports close to 500,000 containers of reused items including computers and radios according to CNN....African presidents today are known for their designer suits, than for their traditional attires like King Mswati of Swaziland who seems to have been the remaining one to stick to his traditional dress. Interestingly, this belief in foreign items and philosophy is firmly rooted even among the structures of Government. Apart from the Tanzanian parliament, the majority of African parliaments converse in a foreign language.
The clear mark of diminishing African value includes the barrier to African dress when one wants to attend a parliamentary session. This is in short the most ridiculous rule for a continent struggling to find a voice and place in global society. Equality cannot be in terms of how white or how much one has adopted the “so called civilization” but acceptance of human diversity in a global society that have similar moral and social obligations to one another. Lawyers still dress as if they are in London, children in school learn of the philosophies of the British and others, while there are very little details about African philosophy and way of life even in schools in rural Malawi or Uganda.
The thoughts of Nelson Mandela as he adopted and later abandoned armed struggle, the thinking of Mozambican Samora Machel, the political system of Julius Nyerere, the rise and fall of Mobutu Seseko, the birth of a democratic South Africa, the HIV/Aids conquest in Senegal, all these are African stories that are yet to be taught.
From Kondwani Munthali's fascinating post on Reflecting Africa's Diminishing Values.
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So true! I am from Kenya and am currently in school in Canada. This article helped me for my essay, so thank you!
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Several updates on recent mining developments :
Mulyashi Mine :
Zambia Development Agency approved the construction of the Mulyashi ‘Greenfield’ open pit mine in Luanshya in northern Zambia estimated to cost USD 400 million. The China Non Ferrous Metals Africa Corporation owned open cast mine is expected to be
completed and commissioned by December 2011 and add about 60,000 tonnes of copper per annum to Zambia’s copper outturn. Zambia Development Agency Director General Mr Andrew Chipwende said that the agency has authorized the construction of the open pit mine in Luanshya on the copper rich region of Zambia which is hoped to be ready for operations by the end of next year. More detail via Steel Guru.
First Quantum Minerals :
Canada's First Quantum Minerals full-year copper production fell to 322,700 tonnes in 2010 versus 373,940 tonnes in 2009, it said on Thursday. First Quantum, which operates mines mostly in Zambia and Mauritania, said in a statement it produced 191,400 ounces of gold in 2010 compared with 193,288 ounces in 2009. Copper production in the fourth quarter of 2010 dropped to 75,600 tonnes versus 98,528 in 2009 and gold output fell to 48,600 ounces compared with 62,679 in the 2009 quarter. More detail via CNBC
Konkola Copper Mines :
Zambia's Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), which is owned by London-listed Vedanta Resources plans to build two copper treatment plants to help raise output to 400,000 tonnes per year by 2012, it said on Tuesday. KCM Corporate Affairs Manager Jacqueline Kabeta told Reuters the company would invest $89 million in the two state-of-the-art concentrators to treat ore from two of its mines. "KCM hopes that together, the two plants, being constructed by Indian firm McNally Bharat Engineering construction company, will add a total of between 1,000 and 1,500 tonnes of finished copper per month to current KCM production," Kabeta said. More detail via Reuters.
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Yurt co-op gives tourists taste of Corban Festival in Xinjiang
2019-08-12 source:Chinadaily
Dalil (left), an ethnic Kazak, makes fried twisted dough known as sanzi to celebrate the Corban Festival along with his wife and his neighbor Zhu Wenjun (right) at his home in Barkol Kazak autonomous county in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region on Friday. (Photo by ZHANG JIANGANG/FOR CHINA DAILY)
People staying in guesthouses during celebration get glimpse of ethnic culture
Bahargul Asat got up very early to prepare for the celebration of the Corban Festival in the traditional Kazak yurts on the fertile grassland in Narat, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, on Sunday.
There were more things to do because all the tourists who stayed at her yurts were on her guest list, she said.
Bahargul said she was making a grand effort to show the guests how people from the Kazak ethnic group celebrate one of the most important Islamic festivals of the year in style.
The Corban Festival, also known as Eid al-Adha and the Sacrifice Festival, is celebrated by people from many of Xinjiang's ethnic groups, including the Uygur, Kazak, Uzbek, Tajik and Hui.
People began to prepare food and snacks days in advance to give to friends and visitors. The festival kicked off after people completed their morning prayers on Sunday at mosques around Xinjiang. The slaughtering of sheep as a sacrifice is an essential part of the celebration.
"We have to slaughter more sheep and prepare more traditional Kazak pastries so my family and guests from all over China can have a good time together on the beautiful grassland, which has always been the summer pasture for Kazak herdsmen like my father and grandfather," Bahargul, 40, said.
Dubbed "grassland in the sky" for its altitude, Narat, partly surrounded by the Tianshan Mountains on three sides in the Ili Kazak autonomous prefecture, has become one of the top tourist spots in Xinjiang. Besides carrying on the tradition of raising livestock on the grassland, some local Kazaks, including Bahargul, also decided to start their own tourist-related businesses.
Bahargul set up a cooperative with other herdsmen providing yurts as guesthouses in 2014 so they can provide standardized and quality services for the tourists. Now the cooperative owns 40 yurts, which were fully booked on Sunday, she said.
"The yurt cooperative is also a good platform to promote the Kazak culture," she said.
The Corban Festival, which began Sunday, is a three-day public holiday for people of all ethnicities in Xinjiang. Railway authorities in the region have increased the number of trains to meet public demand during the festival.
A total of 157 trains have been added to ease public transportation during the festival, according to China Railway Urumqi Group.
The trains mainly link Urumqi, the regional capital, and many important cities in northern and southern Xinjiang as well as tourist destinations, the company said.
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SCOW to take up new ch. 980 discharge trial standard
State v. David Hager, 2015AP330, and State v. Howard Carter, 2015AP1311, petitions for review granted 5/15/17, reversed 4/19/18; review of published court of appeals decisions (Hager) (Carter); case activity (Hager) (Carter) (including briefs) We’ve posted on these cases a few times. The first time was when the court of appeals certified them (together) to the supreme court. The supreme… Read More
2013 amendments to 980 discharge statute apply retroactively
State v. Carter, 2017 WI App 9, petition for review granted 5/15/17; case activity (including briefs) This case is a companion to State v. Hager, in which the court held that the amended discharge statute does not require a committed person to prove he is not dangerous in order to get a discharge trial. Carter… Read More
Use of horrifying treatment writings in 980 trial no due process violation
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Court of Appeals certifies four questions on new ch. 980 discharge standard
by admin on February 2, 2016
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Federal judge held Minnesota’s sexually violent person commitment law is unconstitutional; 8th Circuit reverses
Kevin Scott Karsjens v. Lucinda Jesson, 109 F. Supp. 3d 1139 (D. Minn. 2015), reversed, Karsjens v. Piper, 845 F.3d 394 (8th Cir. 2017). After a lengthy trial in this class-action lawsuit brought by persons committed under Minnesota’s sexually violent person law, a federal district judge concluded that Minnesota’s sexually violent person commitment law does not pass constitutional scrutiny. The… Read More
7th Circuit: Committing a person under ch. 980 while he’s still in prison doesn’t violate Foucha v. Louisiana
Carl C. Gilbert, Jr., v. Deborah McCulloch, No. 13-3460 (7th Cir. Jan. 12, 2015) Gilbert was committed as a sexually violent person while he was still in prison serving a criminal sentence, so he was not transferred to the ch. 980 treatment facility till he finished the sentence. The state courts upheld his commitment and the Seventh Circuit now… Read More
Lower burden of proof at ch. 980 discharge trial doesn’t violate due process
State v. Thornon F. Talley, 2015 WI App 4; case activity A person committed as a sexually violent person under ch. 980 does not have a due process right to have the state prove at a discharge hearing that he is still a sexually violent person, so the clear and convincing evidence standard under §… Read More
State v. Michael Alger, 2013AP225, & State v. Ronald Knipfer, 2013AP578, petitions for review granted 5/23/14
On review of published court of appeals decisions: Alger, 2013 WI App 148; Knipfer, 2014 WI App 9; case activity: Alger; Knipfer Issues (composed by On Point) Does the filing of a petition for discharge or supervised release under ch. 980 after the effective date of the adoption of 2011 Wisconsin Act 2 “commence” an… Read More
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Blackburn aim to crown amazing season
Women's Football WPL North News - 7 Apr 2017
Blackburn Rovers are celebrating the best season in their history and secured the Northern Division title last week, with an unbeaten record to date.
Manager Gemma Donnelly told Women's Soccer Scene that things have exceeded her expectations when the season began, but also insisted that there is more work to do in order to make it even more successful.
"This season has been hugely successful and better than I could have anticipated," she admitted. "I was confident at the start of the season and with the players I had retained and brought in that something special could happen but not even I would have predicted the success of this season.
"With three games left and the ladies still unbeaten, I mean how does that happen? They have been so determined to achieve their targets and that has given them real drive and ambition.
"In November, with long serving captain Lynda Shepherd receiving the FAWPL Player of the Season at the FA awards, that in itself I was immensely proud of.
"Then the season has just continued to get better. Obviously there has been disappointment with the FA Cup and being beaten at home by Tottenham, especially in the circumstances that it happened (96th minute wonder goal) and then again in the FA WPL League Cup, losing to Charlton away despite the manhunt efforts from the girls to achieve their first Cup Final.
"This being said, there are certainly more positives than negatives and the main one for me is winning the league in March, unbeaten and amassing both points and goals to confirm this. I can't remember a team being so dominant in this league. Maybe Sheffield a few seasons back, but even they didn't muster zero losses.
"In hindsight the two games we have lost have probably fuelled the players even more and we are now focused on finishing the league in style, retaining the County Cup and then putting in a performance of a lifetime in the FA WPL Championship game.
"I would also like to acknowledge the accolade of the Manager of the Month award and make it clear that it would mean nothing to receive that without the team I have around me. Players and every single member of staff. So I gladly accept the award but on behalf of everyone that is involved at Blackburn Rovers Ladies.
"And lastly, I would like to ensure that Blackburn Rovers F and A Ltd are included in this as they provide such a great deal of support both on and off the pitch. And this is not just this season. This has stemmed for many seasons and their continued interest and passion for the female game has allowed me to establish a fantastic set up at Rovers.
"On behalf of everyone at Blackburn Rovers I would like to thank all the well wishers and supporters and fans for their very kind messages and I absolutely hope we can serve the club proud in the finals stages of this season."
The benchmark was set from the opening game win against Stoke City and away victories against Fylde Ladies and second placed Middlesbrough were particularly important results.
Gemma is assisted by coach Scott MacNeil and both are keen to stress that this has been a team effort from everybody, including Kyle Wareing (Performance Coach), Ryan Shorrock (Video Analyst), Iain Hall (Goalkeeping Coach) and Matt Steel (Physiotherapist). The team is captained by Lynda Shepherd and leading scorers are Saffron Jordan and Ella Toone with 20 and 18 goals respectively in all competitions.
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NAC to service Gore and Dargaville?
While doing some research on Wairarapa Airlines I came across this quite interesting article that appeared in the the Wairarapa Times age in September 1967.
NAC Services Minor Airports
Intensive investigation into ways and means of continuing airline services into minor airports now served by NAC's ageing DC3s is being made by the Corporation and Civil Aviation Authorities. NAC has announced that it wants to retire the DC3s by December of next year and, while the Government agrees generally with this proposal, it also wants to ensure that towns at present linked by airline service retain it. DC3s were in the original fleet when NAC began operations in 1947 and remained the corporation's work horse for more than a decade. The introduction of jet-prop Viscounts and Friendships and the upgrading of secondary airports have diminished the role of the familiar DC3 in recent years. From a peak of 26, NAC's fleet of DC3’s has dropped to 11. Sentimental tears may be shed by some with the disappearance of, the old aircraft from the air lanes, but there will be little regret by accountants. While the DC3 makes a reasonable return on some sectors flown by NAC and Mt Cook Airlines, new restrictions make it totally uneconomic.
Pure jets
In any case, NAC are not interested in running a four-plane fleet. They want to concentrate on their Boeing 737 pure jets when they start arriving- next August, the five Viscounts and the 13 Friendships. The 737 jets will operate between Auckland and Dunedin and with their introduction the Viscount service will be extended to Invercargill. The Friendships will serve such provincial centres as New Plymouth, Gisborne, Napier, Tauranga and probably Auckland - Whangarei. It is outside these centres that the real problems will arise with the retirement of the DC3. To take even Friendships some of the smaller airports would need expensive upgrading which would not be justified by the traffic offering. The three areas of most concern are Northland, the West Coast and Otago-Southland. Several alternatives for each area are now under consideration and if present plans can be carried through towns in these areas should retain a service, even if it is not operated by NAC.
On the West Coast there are several possibilities. One proposal is a new link between Hokitika and Christchurch operated by a Friendship. Hokitika has only a compacted strip and the present proposal does not envisage sealing it. Instead the odd Friendship flight will be made into Hokitika to test the strip's strength and evaluate possible stone damage to the craft's hull. If this proposal is found practical, it could result in a small plane service, perhaps operated by a private company, feeding coast passengers from Westport and Greymouth to Hokitika. Another possibility is a private company operating northwards, perhaps to Nelson or Wellington to link with NAC services. On links between Auckland, Whangarei and other Northland centres there are a number of choices being considered. One would be to seal either end of the Kaitaia runway and operate Friendship but this appears a doubtful economic proposition. Another alternative would be to retain a DC3 for two years to operate the Northland service from Auckland. This would mean there would be no Friendship service to Whangarei. A third and possibly most likely choice would be to arrange for a private operator to service Northland towns under charter to NAC. Another alternative would be to abandon the services north of Whangarei, but this is most unlikely. The Minister of Civil Aviation, Mr Gordon, is .operating a “round - Northland" service using a smaller machine. He has welcomed. the move by a private company to operate a service around central North Island towns using Cessna 402s. He hopes Masterton might eventually be included in this service. Two parties interested in operating a privately run Northland service are surveying the route. It is believed .that one operator is looking at the Norman Britten Islander, a plane very much like the Bristol Freighter with twin tail units. It can land and takeoff in 1000ft and provides a comfortable trip for eight or 9 nine passengers at 160mph. It is ideal for short stages. The service would act primarily as a feeder- to NAC at Whangarei. But should Dargaville be included, an application might be made for the service to extend to Auckland International Airport. The proposed Northland service would not only open up Dargaville but could also feed into the difficult Kaikohe Airport and into Kerikeri. lt would operate on a route Whangarei-Kaikohe-Kerikeri-Kaitaia-Dargaville-Whangarei. It would then run on the reverse route with the possibility of three or more round trips a day.
A service would.possibly require an NAC subsidy. This would be studied on the aspects of economics and the feasibility of the service but should receive sympathetic consideration. The Government is considering a similar proposal in the south. This would. operate on the Dunedin-Alexandra-Cromwell-Queenstown-Te Anau-Gore-Dunedin route. Mount Cook Airlines would, continue to operate the Oamaru-Timaru-Christchurch service on charter for NAC. While discussions these minor routes is proceeding, reports from the United States on the Boeing 737-200 have been excellent and there is no indication of any delay in deliveries. The first of the jets is due next August.
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Air New Zealand's Christmas present...
Wayne Grant captured the arrival of Air New Zealand's first Boeing 777-300ER ZK-OKM (c/n 38045)arriving at Auckland this morning. It is due to commence scheduled operations on the 10th of January 2011.
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New Terminal on Great Barrier Island
Auckland Transport will open a new airport terminal at Claris, Great Barrier Island on Tuesday, in association with the Great Barrier Island Local Board. Work on the $1million terminal began in early July 2010 and was completed a month ahead of schedule and to budget. A major feature of the new building is sustainable building materials and design. It utilises green technology such as natural ventilation, solar panels, on-site water treatment units, maximises natural lighting and where possible locally sourced resources and materials were used. Artwork and a carved pou whenua standing at the terminal’s entrance were commissioned from local artists. The new airport terminal’s electrical energy requirements will be primarily provided through an impressive array of photovoltaic solar panels mounted on the roof. The terminal is also provided with an efficient solar heated hot water system, also mounted on its rooftop. Great Barrier Island has no reticulated electricity or fresh water. Solar panels and wind generators provide most of the island’s residential dwellings with their electrical energy requirements. Calling the new terminal a crucial transport asset Paul Downie, chairperson of the Great Barrier Island Local Board, says the investment will provide an even better experience for tourists, and residents as well as improved facilities for airline and freight operators, and showcase the island as a sustainable community of the future. “The Claris Airfield Terminal is a key gateway to the island for tourism, local businesses, holiday makers and locals. This is a significant investment in the community and I believe it will bring economic benefits to the island in a very meaningful way. “Great Barrier Island has the potential to be showcased as New Zealand’s alternative energy capital. Claris Airport Terminal is an eco-friendly airport running on sustainable, renewable energy. “Claris Airfield now has a functional space with improved facilities for passengers and airline operators, a new visitor information area and secure overnight freight storage. Mr Downie also acknowledged the role of Auckland Transport in completing the project, Auckland Council, Great Barrier Airlines, Fly My Sky and the Great Barrier Island Local Board. “The partnership between all the parties and their input on the design has been invaluable in creating a landmark building which reflects the culture of the island community,” says Mr Downie. Emergency situations on the remote island have been considered in the design with enhanced access facilities for emergency services and improved facilities for the Auckland Rescue Helicopter.
Source : http://www.aucklandtransport.govt.nz/about-us/News/LatestNews/Pages/Media-Release-Great-Barrier-Airport-Terminal.aspx
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For Sale - One Bandierante
Cool Auction this one! I have a family of starlings that are for sale. They are very sweet, caring parents, raising lovely little chicks but unfortunately they are living in my plane. So having the heart of gold that I do, I simply cannot evict them - so I have decided to put them up for sale, and give the buyer their home - my 1981 Embraer Banderante. You could build the ultimate kids playhouse, sleepout, flight simulator or just have the biggest garden ornament on your street. The wings come off for easy shifting, and the fuselage can be transported on a flat deck semi trailer. This old Banderante belonged to CityJet - a small airline that flew in NZ in the 90's. CityJet went out of business in a huge scandal involving the CAA and Air NZ, and was investigated by Ian Wishart - so the plane has some cool history. The Embraer Banderante was originally designed by the Brazilian military as a light troop transport aircraft. The rear door of the plane can be removed so paratroopers can jump out. The Banderante was also fully aerobatic and could be barrel rolled. It was converted to civilian use, and was hugely popular around the world, however there are no longer any Banderantes' flying in NZ. It is widely known that many were used in Columbia as cocaine transport aircraft. Definitely a NZ aviation icon. As you can see by the photos the old Banderante needs a loving new owner. My intentions were to build it into a cool sleepout type cabin to go along with my Fairchild Metroliner which I have done up for my kids. However I am simply just too busy with life to finish it. I don't want this to go to the scrap man - I would love it to go to someone who is interested into turning it into something cool. So my start price reflects the rough value of the aircraft in scrap. The last two photos are of the cockpit, and nose of the Metroliner which is 90% completed, and as you will see has come up really good considering the Metroliner was in a terrible state when I started.
Source : http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Aircraft/Aircraft/auction-333908202.htm
In Christchurch for the Summer Break
NZ Post's Fokker Friendship at Palmerston North on 8 December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
Air2there's Piper Navajo ZK-WHW at Paraparaumu on 8 December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
Titan T51 Mustang ZK-WUH at Paraparaumu on 8 December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
Ridge Air's Cessna 402 ZK-VAD taken at Omaka. Photo : S Lowe
Ridge Air's Robinson R44 ZK-HDD taken at Omaka. Photo : S Lowe
Wings over Whales Gippsland Airvan ZK-KBZ at Kaikoura on 9 December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
Wings over Whales parachute jumpship, Cessna 172 ZK-EKE at Kaikoura on 9 December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
I am now in Christchurch for the summer break and it is COLD.
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Seneca for Golden Bay Air
There was plenty to see (from both air and land), and good news at the Golden Bay Flying Club Open day last Saturday. While the Takaka Aerodrome was buzzing with visiting aircraft, pilots and plane-lovers, Golden Bay Air announced that it will soon be providing a year-round service for the Bay’s passengers and commuters to Wellington. En route on a boat from the States is a twin-engine, six-seat Piper Seneca, to join Golden Bay Air’s six-seat single-engine Piper Saratoga, which carries passengers for part of the year between Wellington and Golden Bay, and the four-seat Piper Warrior which is used for scenic flights, said Golden Bay Air secretary Lisa Sheppard. Pilots Alex Wilkinson and Daryl Williamson said the company is not allowed to fly single-engine passenger planes in certain weather conditions. “The Seneca will arrive after Christmas, and be in service hopefully from mid-February, after it has been painted in GB Air colours and had its wings put back on. This will allow all-year, all-weather flights to and from the Bay, offering more flexibility and continuity of service and a viable alternative to Air New Zealand.”
For full article see http://gbweekly.co.nz/2010/12/8/flying-club-open-day
Eagle's Wanganui Holiday
Air NZ services from Wanganui to Wellington will take a break during the holidays. Eagle Air, the airline's wholly owned subsidiary, provides the capital link but will park its Beechcraft 1900D aircraft for almost a month from Christmas Eve until January 19. Carrie Hurihanganui, general manager of Eagle Air, said the temporary grounding recognised a lack of demand during the holiday period. "It's something we have done before, both with our Wanganui services and other short-haul routes," Ms Hurihanganui said. "Our decision is principally business-driven because demand tends to fall away during this period." Ms Hurihanganui said it certainly did not indicate anything other than a drop off in patronage. Currently Eagle Air flies from the city to Wellington Monday to Friday, the outward flight leaving at 7.05am and the return flight leaving the capital at 7pm. There are no weekend flights. Eagle Air first flew into Wanganui in 1973 when it began a Hamilton-Wanganui service. Air NZ purchased a 100 per cent share in the company in 1992 and the subsidiary operates 18 Beechcraft on the airline's domestic network. Eagle Air specialised in operating low capacity aircraft on low traffic, low density routes.
Source : http://www.wanganuichronicle.co.nz/local/news/air-service-grounded-for-festive-holidays/3933206/
Plane Spotting with Wayne Grant
Wayne's been getting a few bits and pieces in Auckland and further north...
Skydive Zone's Cessna 206 on the 2nd of December 2010. Photo : W Grant
Salt Air's Bell Jetranger at Kerikeri on the 2nd of December 2010. Photo : W Grant
Salt Air's Robinson R44 at Paihia on the 2nd of December 2010. Photo : W Grant
Meanwhile, as Wayne was on land photographing aircraft I was out on the sea spotting dolphins and hoping to go through the Hole in the Rock - too rough a sea. Coming back Salt Air's barge wasn't getting a lot of business (see http://3rdlevelnz.blogspot.com/2010/11/salt-air-is-barging-its-way-into-heli.html). Photo : S Lowe
Salt Air's Gippsland Airvan at North Shore on Kerikeri-Whangarei-North service on the 2nd of December 2010. Photo : W Grant
The grunty look of Air Chatham's Convair 580 ZK-CIB on take off from Auckland on the 9th of December 2010. Photo W Grant
Above and below Air New Zealand's Boeing 767-300 ZK-NCL landing at Auckland on the 9th of December 2010 with its borrowed winglets. Photos : W Grant
At Wanganui...
"There's a plane now" my sister said... so I rapidly brought the car to a screaming halt, grabbed the camera, stuck it through fence and got it... just! Air Wanganui's Beech King Air ZK-SNM on the 7th of December 2010. Good Spotting Marg! Photo : S Lowe
The only other photographable aircraft - Wanganui Aero Work's Robinson R44 ZK-ICF. Photo : S Lowe
Wanaka's Eagle Air Flights
The trial of an extended flight service between Wanaka and Christchurch continues while flight numbers are collated. Following pressure from tourism and business sectors, Air New Zealand subsidiary Eagle Air increased the number of flights on its Christchurch-Wanaka route by 40 per cent in August. The new schedule has been trialling twice-daily flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday with one flight on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Previously the company operated one return flight between the two centres from Monday to Saturday and two Sunday flights. Eagle Air general manager Carrie Hurihanganui said there was no doubt more passengers were travelling but it was too early to make any definite decision on the success of the new service. She was to meet with Lake Wanaka Tourism general manager James Helmore in the next week. Ms Hurihanganui said the airline was " not unhappy" with the number of passengers.
Source : http://www.stuff.co.nz/southland-times/news/4399993/Airline-studies-Wanaka-numbers
April Faulty Door Incident
An investigation into why a cargo door opened on an Eagle Air flight between Auckland and Whangarei has revealed baggage loaders have been forgetting to lock cargo doors. If the door which opened mid-flight had broken off the Beech 1900D it could have smashed into the tail and potentially caused a major problem. The flight with nine passengers and two crew had to make an emergency landing soon after taking off from Auckland on April 8. A Civil Aviation Authority investigation shows the door had not been locked. Loaders usually closed doors but did not lock them while they waited for late bags. The CAA also found the paint had worn off the button which made it difficult to confirm if the door was unlocked. Staff had not been trained sufficiently in "cargo door button operation". The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) is also investigating the incident. Its report won't be released before April next year.
For full article see : http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10692134
For photos of the incident see : http://3rdlevelnz.blogspot.com/2010/04/air-conditioned-beech-1900.html
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Wairoa's Cookson Airspread
William Bolton (Bill) Cookson formed Cookson Airspread Ltd in 1953. His company was probably more known for aerial topdressing but for almost 40 years the company offered scheduled services from Wairoa to Napier, Gisborne and, for a number of years, Auckland. The first move towards a scheduled service was taken in October 1957 when Cookson Airspread was granted a charter licence with the company taking delivery of a Piper Pa22-150 Tripacer, ZK-BSD (c/n 22-5548), in December 1957.
Bill Cookson
The Wairoa Star proudly praised the virtues of the Tripacer in its report on the new arrival. “The new aircraft is larger than any other type already in the district and offers a maximum in travel comfort. Because of its American manufacture it possibly possesses a measure of luxury in respect of passenger and pilot than many other aircraft in operation today The construction makes the plane faultless in appearance and it is designed for absolute safety. The two forward seats are ‘bucket’ shaped and the rear seat is for double accommodation. The seats are upholstered in red leather with a silver and fawn threaded furnishing inlay. They are also adjustable to permit passengers to relax. An unusual feature adding to air travel comfort is that passengers are permitted to smoke whilst in the air and ashtrays and a cigarette lighter are installed for this purpose. Vision is unrestricted and air vents in the perspex windows give excellent ventilation whilst heating and cooling provides the utmost in air conditioning.” Never before have the praises of a Tripacer been so highly sung!
Cookson Airspread's Cessna 180, ZK-BVQ at Wairoa. BVQ introduced the Dominion newspaper service with Petersen Aviation before the service and the Cessna was bought by Cooksons.
Wairoa Star, 25 July 1958
The move to scheduled air service happened in July 1957. The Wairoa Star of 23 July 1958 reported that Cookson Air had taken over the Dominion newspaper service that had been started by Petersen Aviation in late 1957. To serve the newspaper contract and provide for passenger and freight Cookson’s bought Petersen’s Cessna 180, ZK-BVQ (c/n 31342). This continued the service until 1963 when it was replaced by a larger Cessna 185, ZK-CAK (c/n 185-0017), number 17 off the production line.
Two views of Cessna 185, ZK-CAK... at Wellington above and below at Fielding on 18 August 1979
Wairoa Star, 27 March 1963
Over the years a number of aircraft were operated on the service. The company was bought by Manawatu Aerial Topdressing Ltd in June 1967. Cookson Airspread Ltd continuing to operate under its own name as a fully owned subsidiary of the Manawatu Company from this time with Bill Cookson continuing to managed it until about November 1969 when he retired from aerial topdressing. A Cessna 172, ZK-BWL (c/n 47320), was also used in the early 1970s. On the 22nd of February 1978 a twin engined aircraft was registered to the company in the form of Piper Pa23-250 Aztec D ZK-CUS (c/n 27-4499). This maintained the services to Gisborne and Napier.
A later addition to the fleet was Cessna 172A ZK-BWL taken at Fielding in June 1974.
Piper Aztec ZK-CUS at Wairoa on 4 November 1980.
Cooksons were not only the operator offering flights into Wairoa. In the mid-1970s Databank’s weekday courier service from Auckland to Gisborne, which was operated by Akarana Air, was extended to Wairoa. In 1976 Akarana Air added a three times a week direct air service from Wairoa to Auckland. This company underwent various ownership changes until in 1979 an order to wind up Nationwide Air (Akarana) was made. While this was in process D H R Wilkie Ltd of Auckland and Cookson Airspread applied for a licence to operate the Wairoa–Auckland service. The Air Services Licensing Authority granted in favour of Cooksons a non-scheduled licence to operate three flights per week between Wairoa and Auckland. These flights commenced on 4 May 1979 after Akarana suddenly withdrew their service. Flights departed Wairoa at 7.00 am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays arriving in Auckland at 8.30 am with the return flight leaving at 9am, arriving back in Wairoa at 10.30am. This timetable enabled Auckland businessmen to come to Wairoa for the day and return on the Wairoa to Gisborne or Napier feeder service connecting with Air New Zealand to Auckland the same evening.
Wairoa Star, 25 May 1979
Later in 1979 Piper Pa32-300 Cherokee 6, ZK-DOP (c/n 32-7440045), was added to the fleet while Piper Pa23-250 Aztec F ZK-EVP was registered to Cooksons on the 10th of October 1980 and to replace the older Aztec, ZK-CUS.
For Sale - Cook Airspread's Piper Cherokee 6 ZK-DOP taken at Ardmore on the 18th of May 1984.
Piper Aztec ZK-EVP taken at Napier on the 20th of January 1992.
In 1984 the company made a $100,000 investment in Wairoa's future by adding Britten Norman BN2A-26 Islander ZK-EVO (c/n 785) to the fleet as the Aztec had not been able to cope with the growing passenger and freight demand between Wairoa, Gisborne and Napier. The Islander, which was relatively cheap to operate, was also ideally suited for Cooksons’ mixed freight and passenger requirements on the short sectors. The Islander was mainly used on the morning newspaper service run but it was also operated on the data bank service in the evenings as well as being available for charter and air ambulance work.
Britten Norman Islander, ZK-EVO, taken at Wairoa on the 8th of May 1984.
Wairoa Star, 23 February 1984
In 1985 Basil Forster-Pratt took over as managing director and in 1986 he announced that the airline and topdressing divisions were being separated, the airline taking the name Cookson Air while the topdressing division was keeping the name Cookson Airspread. At the same time Cookson Airspread combined with Gisborne’s Farmers Air Ltd but locally kept the name Cookson Airspread.
In July 1987, major changes were occurring with Air New Zealand services with Eagle Air taking over Air New Zealand’s flights to Gisborne but also a decreasing of traffic. This necessitated a rescheduling of Cookson’s timetable and a change in the fleet. The Britten Norman Islander was sold to Aspiring Air of Wanaka with Cessna 177RG Cardinal joining the fleet for a year or so at the same time. The Aztec maintained the services while awaiting the arrival of the Islander’s aircraft, Cessna T207A, ZK-FQA Stationair 7 (c/n 207-00455), the flights to Auckland were reduced to twice a week operating in the middle of the day.
Cessna 177RG ZK-DPD taken at Wairoa on the 21st of January 1992.
Cessna 207 ZK-FQA in her two colour schemes. Above, at Gisborne on 22 January 1992 and below, at Napier on 19 December 1993.
For a time the service was extended north from Gisborne to Ruatoria but this was unsuccessful. Problems were also experienced with loadings on the flights to Auckland and these too were unable to be sustained and they subsequently ended. With the improvement of the roads between Napier and Gisborne it was inevitable that the Dominion newspaper would eventually go by road. This happened in mid-August 1991 when Cookson Air lost the Dominion contract. Managing director, Maurice Forster-Pratt told NZ Wings that this and loss of a Databank document courier con-tract, put the airline “in survival mode”. This left Cooksons with a much reduced courier and freight operation with the generally small number of passengers the service carried.
To stimulate growth the company’s base was moved from Wairoa to Napier but on the 1st of October 1994 the base was moved back to Wairoa. At this time an increased schedule was introduced with three flights from Napier to Wairoa, and two flights back from Gisborne with a connection being available to Palmerston North in the afternoon. The Cessna 207 was sold leaving ZK-EVP, the “Spirit of Wairoa”, the sole aircraft in the fleet.
Wairoa Star, 29 September 1994
The end was nigh, however, and on the 13th of February 1995 the Wairoa Star reported that both Cookson Air and Cookson Superspread had suspended all their services on the 3rd of February. The Aztec required “mandatory heavy maintenance requirements” and no aircraft was available for rent which was suitably priced to allow the service to continue.
Sadly this ended the story of one of New Zealand’s longest lasting third level airlines.
Northland Plane Spotting
Spotted at Dargaville was Skydive's Cessna 182 ZK-FGZ on the 29th of November 2010. I see under the wing they also do scenic flights - one wonders if they are of a one way nature... we'll get you airborne you find your on way back to the ground. Photo : S Lowe
A pleasant surprise was Air National's BAe 146 Whisper Jet, ZK-ECO at Kaitaia on a golfing trip from Auckland on the 1st of December 2010. Photo : S Lowe
Also at Kaitaia on the 1st was Great Barrier Airline's Piper Navajo ZK-NSN doing the medical staff flight from Whangarei to Kaitaia. Photo : S Lowe
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Saints Dismantle Undermanned Eagles 48-7
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 18: Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles throws the ball during the first half against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on November 18, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
(973espn.com) - What looked insurmountable coming in lived up to its billing as the New Orleans Saints routed the Philadelphia Eagles, 48-7.
The latest setback for the reigning Super Bowl champions dropped Philadelphia to 4-6 on the season and in desperation mode as they begin a do-or-die three-game stretch inside the NFC East with the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field next Sunday.
The scoreboard watching earlier in the day was a mixed bag as division-leading Washington (6-4) not only lost a game against Houston, it also lost its starting quarterback, Alex Smith, for the season to a broken leg. Dallas, however, beat Atlanta to move a game ahead of the Eagles at 5-5. Meanwhile, don't look now but the Giants won for a second straight time to move within a game of Philadelphia at 3-7.
Jim Schwartz was hearing it in the leadup to the Saints' game and that narrative is going to continue even though the context says the defensive coordinator never had a chance against MVP candidate Drew Brees.
The Eagles entered the game without starting corners Ronald Darby (out for the season after tearing his ACL against Dallas last week) and Jalen Mills (foot) and then lost both Avonte Maddox and Sidney Jones to leg injuries early in the contest. Rasul Douglas then exited later in the second half.
By that time the longest-tenured CB Schwartz had was undrafted rookie Chandon Sullivan, who was elevated from the practice squad on Oct. 25.
With names like Sullivan, Cre'Von LeBlanc and De'Vante Bausby trying to handle the Saints' diverse passing game, the outcome was never really in doubt as Brees threw for 363 yards and touchdowns to Austin Carr, Tre'Quan Smith, Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara.
The Eagles' offense, however, also did not contribute much with Carson Wentz suffering through a terribly inaccurate game and the line having protection issues once Jason Kelce left in the first quarter with an elbow injury.
Wentz finished just 19-of-33 for 156 yards with three interceptions for a dismal 31.9 passer rating, far behind Saints' change-of-pace signal caller Taysom Hill (64.6) never mind Brees, who had a 153.2 passer rating and now has 26 TDs against only one INT all season. Overall, New Orleans outgained the Eagles 546-196, the largest differential in any NFL game this season.
The lone bright spot for Philadelphia was rookie runner Josh Adams, who took over the lead role and carried seven times for 53 yards and a 28-yard score.
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Главная » Dream interpretation » What dreams of artificial flowers?
What dreams of artificial flowers?
What dreams of artificial flowers? Most dream books indicate that inanimate plants are always a symbol of incorrect judgments and false hopes. But do not think that the value of night vision is necessarily negative.
Of great importance are the details of sleep, the circumstances under which the plot developed. Therefore, for an accurate interpretation, waking up, immediately describe in detail the dream on paper.
This will help to keep in memory all the nuances and return to interpretation at any time.
Popular folk interpretation of dreams about flowers
We picked up the most successful and plausible interpretations of the popular dream books. Here are the common interpretations:
Dream Miller. The author of this dream book claims: artificial flowers are a sign of quick loss and strong disappointment. Trouble touches personal relationships: with parents, children, friends, loved one. Sweeten the pill a dramatic improvement in wealth
Artificial flowers dreamed of a girl? Then she should delve into the past of his chosen one. Something was wrong with his affairs — perhaps he was connected with crime, behaved unworthily, broke the law. Maybe everything is not so bad, and on the account of the chosen one “only” minor adventures. In any case, it is worth finding out and concluding: is this person suitable for the further construction of a love union? The authors of dream books are advised to part, or you will inevitably face deception and deceit in the future
Artificial flowers dreamed of a mature woman? Adverse sign. In the near future you will suffer a strong love disappointment, which is compensated by a cash bonus. The chosen one will be a villain, change, betray or leave you. But in return, you will receive a valuable gift, an unexpected profit or a big win. The balance of black and white in life will continue, but a new love will not linger
A little different meaning in sleep, if artificial flowers appeared in the night vision of a man. Soon he will be involved in troubles related to work or business, but other people will be guilty. Due to the bad faith of colleagues or subordinates, the company will suffer major losses. The risk can be eliminated if you «turn on» total control over all
These are the common and most popular interpretations. But there are others.
Give artificial flowers in a dream
To receive as a gift an inanimate flower arrangement is unpleasant. What does it mean if you make such a present, but not in reality, but in a dream?
This is a sign of good health. Diseases will not touch you, you will always be full of strength, energy and vitality.
If a girl dreams that a guy gave her lifeless flowers, so she is tired of the attention in life. She is beautiful, popular and popular with many men, she has a lot of boyfriends.
But the popularity of fed up, I want to stay inconspicuous and take a break from the atmosphere of universal admiration.
If you dream give an artificial flower in a single copy and with an unopened bud, long loneliness. If you receive a whole bunch as a gift, you will be seriously ill.
But you will manage with honor to cope with longing and trouble, to find happiness.
If you are in a dream give an artificial bouquet to a person who has long been dead, this is an auspicious sign. Your health will always be strong, serious illness will bypass.
Do it yourself flowers
If in a dream you observe the manufacture of artificial flower compositions or you yourself take part in this process, the values may be as follows:
See that flowers sculpt someone else. If this is a person familiar from real life, take a closer look. He is not entirely sincere about you. Gives out false feelings and deeds for real. If the person is a stranger, pay attention to business partners. They are plotting something bad, dishonest, behind your back
Flowers makes in a dream your close friend? This is a very bad omen. Most likely, dear to your heart, a man intended betrayal, soon you will lose him
A colleague produces flowers? Be extremely careful with him — he wants to take your position, and you «move.» Avoid blunders with work
If in a dream you burn an artificial bouquet, it means you are not satisfied with your life. You dream to change something, to reach a new level of development, to become more successful. But in reality material losses are coming or separation from a close person
Most often artificial flowers dream of adverse events. But this is not a reason to be upset, to accept the fate and wait for trouble.
Perhaps the bad will not happen if you start to control your actions as much as possible and be careful with others. A dream is only a sign that you should pay special attention to.
Guess today with the help of the tarot spread "Day map"!
For proper divination: focus on the subconscious and do not think about anything at least 1-2 minutes.
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‘XC’ means cross-country. ‘W’ represents its wide-ratio transmission. ‘KTM’ stands for winning. This model is a race-ready bike built for closed course enduro racing. With the agility of a 125 and enough muscle to take the fight to the 250 cc 4-Strokes, this bike punches well above its weight. That’s why when the going gets tough, the tough get an XC-W.
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FEATHERWEIGHT: KTM engineers just love shedding weight. The result: the current KTM XC-W’s are the slimmest, lightest bikes in the Enduro scene.
FRAME: The high-tech, lightweight chrome-moly steel frame has a knack for easy handling, outlandish ride-ability, precise cornering and excellent stability. You can also count on high torsional rigidity and low longitudinal stiffness. This results in better absorption of the energy created from the front and rear suspension sucking up jumps and bumps. In short: more comfort and less rider fatigue. Laterally attached, lightweight engine head stays (the connection between cylinder head and frame) contribute to a reduced vibration level. Two threaded inserts in the lower cradle tubes allow for safe fixation of an optional skid plate. The engineers were able to pull off all that, while making the frame two pounds lighter than that of the lightest competitor on the market. In addition, the frame is easier to maintain, easier to work on and supplies more space for the tank and other components. The bike also features an extra-light aluminum sub-frame, which weighs in at less than 2 pounds.
FOOTPEGS: Sophisticated “No Dirt” footpegs prevent smudging up the pegs, even when digging in deep ruts. The pegs on the EXC models are 6mm higher than the ones used on SX models, which benefits ground clearance. But you can swap them at will.
SWINGARM: This design allows for an optimized mounting position of the PDS shock absorber, providing more progressive action. Furthermore, the cast aluminum design guarantees low weight and a perfect flex behavior. The single-component casting process also eliminates any inconsistencies and inherent weak points created by welding. And it’s better looking.
REAR SUSPENSION: The WP Xplor PDS is a newly developed shock absorber. The PDS is a KTM trademark design where the shock absorber is directly connected to the upper side of the swingarm. This setup boasts the best possible mounting geometry and provides amazingly progressive damping. The shock absorber is mounted close to the centerline, which means nearly symmetrical loads for the swingarm and frame and more space for the exhaust system. A second piston works together with a closed cup (instead of a needle) towards the end of the stroke and is supported by a progressive shock spring for exceptional bottoming resistance. Various machined and anodized components and a distinctive WP color trim make this a valuable, high-end product compared to the less refined shock absorbers of the competition.
FRONT SUSPENSION: The WP Xplor 48 upside-down fork is a split fork developed by WP in close collaboration with KTM. It is fitted with a spring on both sides but features separated functions for each fork leg: compression damping is fitted on the left side, while rebound is on the right. The forks can easily be adjusted for compression and rebound with the twist of a dial on the top of the forks. New outer fork tubes and a reworked setting make for more sensitivity, improved damping behavior and a reduced weight. In addition, a sealed hydro-stop guarantees excellent resistance to bottoming-out. Due to high-quality materials and a state-of-the-art production process, the new WP Xplor 48 fork – with approx. 300 mm of travel – has outstanding response and damping characteristics. A comfortable preload adjuster can be retrofitted and allows for a simple spring preload setting in three steps without tools (standard, +3 mm, +6 mm).
TRIPLE CLAMP: The XC-Ws are fitted with forged triple clamps with an offset of 22mm, ensuring a solid grip of the fork and precise handling. The handlebar is adjustable forwards and backwards over 4 positions, so the XC-W will fit you like your favorite gloves.
BRAKES: You can’t brake any harder, better, faster or stronger. High-tech Brembo calipers are combined with lightweight Wave brake discs. The steel-flex front brake hose has efficient protection and there’s an integrated channel for the speedometer cable. First you outrun them, then you outbrake them.
HANDLEBAR: KTM engineers know how to handle handlebars. This tapered unit, made of high-strength aluminum by NEKEN, features a throttle assembly with a robust aluminum body and easy free-play adjustment. An ODI vulcanized grip sits on the right, while on the left side of the bar a comfortable ODI lock-on grip requires no glue or wire to secure it.
BODYWORK: KTM R&D, KISKA Design and the factory racers had their say in shaping the plastics with one goal: complete harmony between rider and bike. Perfect ergonomics and contact points provide maximum comfort in movement on the XC-W. The I-beam structures of the front and rear fenders guarantee maximum stability and a low weight thanks to well thought-out construction and mounting. They also stay cleaner for longer. Clever brake hose routing on the front number plate prevents wear and tear.
GRAPHICS: New graphics convey the READY TO RACE character of the 2018 KTM XC-W model line.
ENGINE: The KTM 150 XC-W engine is the most powerful and most competitive engine in its class, providing precisely the kind of power an Enduro rider wants. This 150 cc ripper has been developed with the latest KTM engineering know-how and the most advanced technology available. The results: whopping power and mountain conquering torque across the entire rev range, while being extremely compact and light.
CYLINDER AND CYLINDER HEAD: This compact cylinder with a 58 mm bore features a cutting-edge power valve unit with a sophisticated mechanism for the lateral support exhaust ports. Matched to a twin-component cylinder head, it is KTM’s secret to all-round grunt. The layout of the cylinder and head water jackets guarantee efficient heat dissipation when you’re riding at your limit.
CRANKCASES: Lightweight, die-cast crankcases featuring a high crankshaft and clutch shaft position, located close to the center of gravity, which results in optimal mass centralization and outstanding ride-ability. In addition, the engine body is extremely lightweight and compact, while still able to house an E-starter. And because looks matter, the engine covers feature an advanced surface structure in order to reduce the wear caused by the rider's boots.
CARBURETOR: The KTM 150 XC-W is fitted with a MIKUNI TMX carburetor. This 38 mm flat slide carb lives to provide smooth and controllable power all the way up to the rev limitation. With a new intake manifold the carburetor is turned 7° to reduce the overflow of fuel. And it’s less sensitive to different altitudes and temperatures, so you can pin it wherever, whenever.
TRANSMISSION: A wide-ratio 6-speed enduro transmission was designed specifically for the small 2-stroke enduro engine, its gear ratios perfectly in sync with the 150 XC-W’s power band. The latest production technologies allow for compact dimensions and minimal weight. An advanced ´No Dirt´ gear lever design prevents mud or dirt build-up in the joint. Because even dirt lovers hate mud when it’s in the wrong places.
CLUTCH: The clutch is activated by a hydraulic system made by Brembo. This reliable and self-adjusting unit guarantees light operation and highly controllable modulation.
EXHAUST SYSTEM: The engineers meticulously tuned the pipe for maximum power, so this little screamer is as tough as it is strong.
IGNITION: All 2-stroke models feature a new CDI control unit with an advanced hardware which improves the starting behavior of the engine. The ignition curves remain unchanged.
PISTON: The 150 XC-W’s piston is optimized for maximal reliability and the shape fits brilliantly to the cylinder layout.
CRANKSHAFT: A reliable piece of engineering that has been skillfully balanced to guarantee minimal vibrations. It allows a decrease of the displacement to 125 cc just by replacing cylinder, piston and head. There’s no more need to change the crankshaft. Two-in-one in no time.
Performance Perks
E-STARTER: The design of the 150 cc engine offers a home to the best perk in the dirt bike world: an E-starter powered by a reliable lithium ion battery. This magic button´s benefits are clear, especially for those of you looking to compete on an extreme level.
AIR FILTER BOX: The air filter box design offers maximum protection of the air filter against soiling, while ensuring maximum airflow in a quiet way. The large Twin Air filter is mounted in a stiff cage, which at the same time holds the system in place. This design is so simple you could still pop a fresh one in with a face full of mud. Without tools. In seconds.
FUEL TANK: A lightweight polyethylene tank with a capacity of 10 liters. You will always be able to see how much fuel there’s left at a glance, thanks to the see-through plastic. By pushing the orange release button in the center of the fuel tank cap, the bayonet mechanism makes refueling quick and easy.
WHEELS: The XC-W wheels feature lightweight, CNC machined hubs and high-end Giant rims guaranteeing maximum stability at minimum weight. The wheels are fitted with the latest Dunlop tires. Take them wherever you like, traction will be waiting.
COOLING SYSTEM: KTM’s proven cooling system routes the coolant from the cylinder head through the frame triangle, directly to aluminum radiators made by WP. Thanks to flow optimized internal circulation and CFD-calculated ventilation, the system is superbly efficient. In addition, new radiator protections improve heat dissipation. Especially in the mud. They are also integrated into the front part of the shrouds to protect the radiators in a crash.
BATTERY & WIRING HARNESS: These engines are fitted with KTM’s proven E-starter – a unique KTM feature and a major benefit at all levels of motocross racing. A super compact lithium ion battery breathes life into the engine, while offering three times the starting energy of a conventional battery. The battery and wiring harness are centralized in a compartment above the air filter box, allowing the mechanic to remove the sub-frame without getting in conflict with the electrics. A happy mechanic, is a good mechanic.
Front - 260 mm Disc
Rear - 220 mm Disc
Front - 1.6 x 21 in.
Rear - 2.15 x 18 in. Giant
Front - 80 / 100 - 21 in.
Rear - 110 / 100 - 18 in. Dunlop GEOMAX AT81
Without fuel - 201.7 lb. (91.5 kg)
57.9 ± 0.4 in. (1,471 ± 10 mm)
Chain - X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4 in.
Lithium Ion, 12V, 2 Ah
1-cylinder, 2-stroke
143.99 cc
Secondary - 13:50
Wet, multi-disc; Brembo hydraulics
Mikuni TMX 38 carburetor
Kick and electric
Premix 60:1
25CrMo4 Steel central - tube
Handlebar - Neken, Aluminum, Ø 28/22mm
Front - WP Xplor USD, Ø 48 mm; Travel - 11.8 in. (300 mm)
Rear - WP Xplor PDS shock absorber; Travel - 12.2 in. (310 mm)
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Get ready for Endeavour VI
Posted on 6 February 2019 by Margaux
Set in 1969, the new series of ITV’s Inspector Morse prequel sees Shaun Evans return as DS Endeavour Morse and Roger Allam as DI Fred Thursday.
Produced by Mammoth Screen in a co-production with Masterpiece, each story in the highly-anticipated sixth series will once again be written by series creator Russell Lewis who has penned each of the 23 screenplays to date.
Alongside Shaun Evans and Roger Allam, the new series will see Anton Lesser as CS Reginald Bright, alongside Sean Rigby as DS Jim Strange, James Bradshaw as Dr Max DeBryn, Sara Vickers as Joan Thursday, Abigail Thaw as Dorothea Frazil and Caroline O’Neill as Win Thursday.
Filmed in and around Oxford, the new films will be executive produced by Mammoth Screen’s Damien Timmer, alongside writer and creator Russell Lewis and WGBH’s Rebecca Eaton. Deanne Cunningham has produced the series whilst Johnny Kenton, Shaun Evans, Leanne Welham and Jamie Donoughue act as directors.
With the old Cowley team now scattered across Oxfordshire, Endeavour has reluctantly settled into a sedate way of life in an isolated countryside outpost. An uncomfortable Thursday also has a new role at the forbidding Castle Gate station, joining former adversary DCI Ronnie Box and his new sidekick DS Alan Jago. “Things are bad with Fred’s wife Win. She wanted him to retire but he can’t as he’s in financial difficulty after he was done out by his brother. With his son Sam in the Army and Joan not at home, it’s an empty nest. Home’s a chilly place…” explains Roger Allam.
Meanwhile, Strange has taken on a management role with Division, while Bright has been relegated to the Traffic department. The Summer of Love is well and truly over, and 1969 promises to be darker and more challenging than ever. However, despite their separation, the tragic murder of DC George Fancy still hangs over them both collectively and individually, with the case remaining unresolved. “I missed not having many scenes with Shaun”, says Roger Allam. “Fred took the fall for Fancy’s death; it plays on his mind.”
Episode 1: Pylon
With the Cowley team scattered across Oxfordshire, Endeavour finds himself policing a lonely country patch, and back in uniform. His day job is a monotonous investigation of missing livestock and stolen tractors. But when he discovers the dead body of a missing schoolgirl, it opens this quiet backwater to the roar of Castle Gate CID now staffed by Thursday and an old adversary, the newly promoted DCI Ronnie Box, alongside sidekick DS Alan Jago. “Neither the brutalist building (of the new station) nor Box’s aggressiveness are Fred’s style, but he’s knuckling down in order to respect rank. Even Box admits Fred should be at his desk, so he has respect but he’s seen as old-fashioned. Fred tries to get in step with them when they ask him to beat someone up…”
Box is keen to get Endeavour out of the picture, but when Endeavour’s own investigations manage to uncover a potential suspect, a homeless drug-fuelled teenager named Stanley, Box dangles the suggestion that the arrest could be Endeavour’s way back into CID.
However, when Thursday reveals to Endeavour that he knows the suspect from an old murder case, they start to worry that they have the wrong man. With Thursday’s hands tied, Endeavour resolves to prove the teenager’s innocence and uncover the truth behind the young girl’s murder. “In the first episode, he also looks back to an old case of a hanged man; I had to have younger make-up for the flashbacks.”
And does Thursday embrace the moustache and the flares? “Good Lord, no!” smiles Roger Allam. “There was a discussion about a wider tie, but I resisted that. People, especially of that generation, don’t say, ‘Oh God, I’ve got to change everything about my appearance.’ Indeed, it’s quite the opposite.”
Did you miss…?
You may have spotted DI Thursday in ITV’s campaign celebrating the powerful characters, stories and creativity. The Patriarch was directed by James Marsh, whose credits include The Theory of Everything and Man on Wire, with Max Richter’s beautiful score On the nature of Daylight.
Endeavour returns on Sunday February 10 at 8 pm on ITV.
The next episodes are titled Apollo, Confection and Degüello.
Trailer for Endeavour series VI || watch The Patriarch || First look: watch a snippet of Pylon || watch the Lorraine interview
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6 thoughts on “Get ready for Endeavour VI”
Iain says:
So looking forward to it!
I stumbled upon Endeavour by accident while looking for episodes of Inspector Morse.
The discovery was an unexpected pleasure! I saw all five seasons -er- series and only just now found that Endeavour returns tonight!
I’m overjoyed. Of course I really liked Shaun Evans portrayal, but the big surprise for me was Roger Allum. Previously unfamiliar with his performances, he just knocked it out of the park.
They make a great team and I love their chemistry. And Fred Thursday know how to wear a fedora and when to take it off. I can’t wait to watch Series VI and hope there’ll be a VII.
mike lewis says:
This is a class series. Fred Thursday reminds me of a few characters from those days. Ex service,respects authority and tradition, a hard man when required, always sticks to the rule book unless it requires a bit of persuasion. Roger and the team do a terrific job in making this so real. Well done .
Peter Dietzsch says:
15 February 2019 at 10:54 pm
The Morse-movies have an extremly high standard both in regard of the actors and the direction.
Derek Gilbert says:
My wife and I stumbled onto Endeavour thanks to a recommendation from Amazon Prime. Although we live in the States, we prefer British television. We’ve become fans of this program—the writing and production values are excellent, but we especially appreciate the fine performances of Shaun Evans and Roger Allam.
We’ve seen Roger in plenty of productions over the years (especially enjoyed that episode of ‘Midsomer Murders’), but his work as Fred Thursday is wonderful. We look forward to getting series 6 over here, but I expect I’ll watch them all again. The mysteries are interesting, but they’re just the glue that holds together the scenes between Morse and Thursday. That’s the reason we watch.
john thorpe says:
I have been a fan of Morse ever since the original series began, and to be quite frank, was dubious as to whether they could do it justice when Endeavour was brought out.I could not have been more wrong! The acting, writing, filming, period feel and integrity of the series is wonderful, and Shaun Evans does the character proud. All the cast are brilliant, and the subtlety of the performances has got better with each series. Probably, for me, the most touching scene was in the first episode, when Abigail Thaw met the young Morse for the first time in her office at The Oxford Mail.The two actors must have loved filming it, and I’m sure Abigail Thaw must have been thinking of her father at the time.There were a couple of great little Easter Eggs in the last episode of the current series which are worth looking out for in the repeats.the first was Roger Allam referring to Holly Martins as his favourite author in a conversation with an Oxford academic they were questioning. Holly Martins was Joseph Cotten’s character in ‘The Third Man’ and wrote Western novels much loved by Bernard Lee’s Sergeant character. The second was the mention of Tackleberry by one of Morse’s colleagues -of course this was the comic, gun toting cop in the Police Academy movies.How they kept a straight face I’ll never know. Congratulations to everyone involved with the series-this is quality British TV at it’s very best and deserves to be recognised as such. Shaun Evans may not have seen the original Morse and apparently doesn’t like comparisons between his work and that of John Thaw, but I think he should feel proud to be continuing Thaw’s legacy. Morse is more than just a fictional detective series, it is something one lives rather than watches.
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Chris MacAskill shares memories from his NeXT days
11 Jul 2018 | in Steve Jobs personality, Updates
Check out these great first-hand memories from Chris MacAskill, a former NeXT employee, who convinced Steve Jobs to speak at the 1991 Unix Expo.
Loved this bit in particular:
It seemed like a dream when, two years later, I walked into Steve’s office to ask him to give the keynote at Unix Expo in New York. It didn’t go well at first. I was nervous because I was new to the computer industry. Steve had a larger-than-life reputation. His rapid-fire answer went something like this: “That’s INSANE! That’s a show for Unix weenies. They don’t get it. It would cost $25,000 to get me with desk and computer there. No!” And with that he pointed me to the door.
And of course these two, which ring particularly Jobsian:
My coworkers explained that Steve had to have a certain desk for his presentations because it was NeXT black. Steve was incredibly fussy about colors so NeXT machines and peripherals had to be that exact black.
One Saturday I was at work when we got a delivery at the front door. I went down to sign for it and it was case after case of white shirts that Steve had ordered from his favorite tailor in Florence, Italy, where he had spent the week. He loved hanging out in art museums. My memory could well be off, but I remembered it as 300 new white shirts. He wanted a new one each time he dressed up.
That last anecdote about the shirt echoes the one from John Lasseter about Steve’s collection of hundreds of black turtlenecks from Issey Miyake.
“He found this one really great black turtleneck which he loved – I think it was Issey Miyaki – so tried to buy another one and they didn’t have any more,” Mr Lasseter confided to the FT recently. “He called the company and asked if they would make another one, and they refused. So he said: ‘Fine, how many do you have to make before I can buy them?’ So they made them – I think he has a closet full of them.”
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From her studio in rural Cheshire, Glass and Mosaic Artist Patricia Lee creates beautiful, bespoke glass art.
Whether it’s a fused glass wall panel, a splash back for the kitchen or bathroom, or a bespoke glass mosaic, Patricia’s work has a sense of colour and movement that is mesmerising.
Patricia has worked on high-profile art projects including Go Superlambananas for Liverpool’s Capital of Culture and Our City for which she teamed up with CITV Art Attack’s Neil Buchanan. In 2014 Patricia was selected to exhibit in the first British exhibition at the prestigious Recontres des Internationales de Mosaïque, in Chartres, France. Most recently Patricia has worked on a new programme for BBC1, Home Is Where The Art Is, with Nick Knowles.
Her mosaic and fused glass sculpture ‘Mandy Mandalasuperlambanana’ was originally created as a symbol of peace, hope and unity for the communities of Liverpool 8, initially taking up residence on Princes Boulevard in Toxteth. Mandy went on to sell at auction for £25,000 to TV Producer and Chair of The Culture Company, Phil Redmond, and is now housed in the Museum of Liverpool. Patricia’s success has firmly established her as one of the North West’s leading contemporary glass and mosaic artists.
‘Glass is an exquisite medium to work with. It has a unique ability to play with light; creating beautiful and mesmerising effects. I’m constantly learning new ways of working with glass and experimenting with new ideas.’
Patricia also runs popular craft courses in Glass Fusing, Stained Glass and Mosaic at her Cheshire studio as well as working with schools, hospitals, NHS Trusts, the prison service and community groups to create art for public spaces.
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File:Hatoful Boyfriend Intermission 2 5524.jpg
"Hatoful Boyfriend is a Japanese dating game for people who think that Japanese dating games are way too normal and logical."
—Cracked.com's "The 6 Most Insane Video Games About Dating."
Hatoful Boyfriend (Japanese title はーとふる彼氏) is a game about a human hunter-gatherer girl (named by you, default Hiyoko Tousaka) who decides to go to a high school for birds, St. PigeoNation's Institute. There, she dates pigeons.
The official website is here, two download mirrors for the free version are here, and an English translation for the free version is available here.
A drama CD is currently in post-production, and the English version of the full game can be found here. Thank you for the redirect, moa810.
This game contains examples of the following:
Absent-Minded Professor: The homeroom teacher, Kazuaki, falls asleep while teaching.
Abusive Parents: Sakuya's father, while not physically abusive, has incredibly racist views that he indoctrinated his son with and seems to care more about Sakuya's prospects as the future family heir than his own personal wishes, something confirmed in Sakuya's extended ending where he's kicked out of the house after he confesses to his father that he wants to become a musician. Not only that, but the Bad Boys Love route reveals that said father refused to feed his stepson Yuuya unless he abandoned his full brother's egg and it was only through Yuuya's tricks that said brother even had a family to begin with...and that brother was none other than Sakuya. In other words, Sakuya's "father" would have had him thrown away were it not for Yuuya actually caring about him and, as Yuuya points out, he would disown his "son" in a heartbeat if he ever found out about this.
Affectionate Parody: Of the whole Dating Sim Visual Novel genre.
A Love to Dismember: Doctor Shuu does this to your head if you focus on him.
Alternate History: In which the H5N1 virus was more severe.
Author Appeal: Oko San is based on moa810's own pet bird.
Bad End: As usual for the genre if you don't go all the way with any romance.
There is also one caused in the demo version by staying in the infirmary to wait for Ryouta. Doctor Shuu cuts your head off and stuffs it in a box. The normal ending for Doctor Shuu might also be considered this.
Berserk Button: For Oko San, this is inferior pudding.
Big Damn Heroes: On the Bad Boys Love route, just when things look at their bleakest with a trapped Kazuaki and Anghel dying from poison gas and a broken Ryouta submitting to Doctor Shuu, Oko San and Sakuya show up to help.
Bishonen: The ICPSS function renders every pigeon you encounter as a human the first time you see them, and they're all quite pretty. Except Oko San, who is rendered as a bird in a boy's school uniform.
Bland-Name Product: Calorie M**te
Keymania IIDX
Blood Knight: Sometimes the heroine expresses her barbaric heritage, for example, "I must return to my people with the spoils of war, lay my bloodied sword at the feet of my great king, and celebrate my conquest of all the lands from here to distant Macedonia."
Bookworm: Nageki.
Bread, Eggs, Milk, Squick: The various clubs at the school include the track team, the student council, and the birdwatching club...which, in a school for birds, basically amounts to voyeurism of (and by) school students.
Break the Cutie: Happens a lot in the Bad Boys Love route.
Bunny Ears Lawyer: Kazuaki is a world-famous math genius... and a narcoleptic who falls asleep in the middle of talking.
The player character may also be one, since she's apparently already passed a year at one of the most demanding private high schools in the world, despite being a cave-dwelling barbarian, and sometimes protests things in rather erudite terminology for someone who couldn't finish her reading assignment.
But Now I Must Go: Nageki's discovery of love forces him to go.
But Thou Must!: If you join the student council then you are forced into the vice presidency. Fair enough: you're the only other person on it.
A creepy example occurs during Doctor Shuu's best ending in the full version: when he asks you if you love him after he's killed you and is currently carrying your severed head around, your three choices all say "Yes."
It Gets Worse. He doesn't carry your head around at the moment of dialogue. He has attached it to Labor 9, or the Scarecrow. You can only answer "yes" because you don't have free will anymore.
Carnivore Confusion: A major plot point in certain storylines.
Cerebus Syndrome: Most of the game is rather silly and lighthearted. Then you get on the Bad Boys Love route in the full version...
Character Blog: Okosan has a tumblr.
Chivalrous Pervert: Yuuya, who amongst other things tells you that doves reach sexual maturity after only one year and interprets the act of looking at nest-building materials in a specific way.
Cloudcuckoolander: Oko San and Higure Anghel.
Club Stub: The Student Council. If the heroine joins, there are two members. Otherwise, it's just Sakuya, who doesn't seem to be in touch with his class's opinions or even want to be there.
Contemporary Cavewoman: The heroine is a hunter-gatherer who lives in a cave.
Creepy Physical: The doctor, Iwamine Shuu, offers to give you some interesting drugs.
He also promises to examine your insides most intimately once he's done preserving your head.
Cry for the Devil: Doctor Shuu appears to rocket-jump over the Moral Event Horizon in the Bad Boys Love route. Then he reveals that he's doing all of this because of his unrequited love for Ryouta's father and sincere desire to fulfill his dying wish. It doesn't excuse the horrific things he's done up to that point, but it does make one feel at least a twinge of pity for him.
Curse Cut Short: One of th Punkgeons does this.
Damning With Faint Praise: In the first scene with Ryouta, he offers to make breakfast for our heroine. Her answer? "Maybe I'll take you up on that, if starvation looms!" Ryouta's cooking is maybe preferable to starvation? Gee, thanks for that vote of confidence...
Which is odd, because she says that Ryouta's cooking is delicious if she talks to him during the class hike. Maybe it was just her typical Large Ham way of speaking?
Deadly Doctor: Doctor Shuu
Defrosting Ice Queen: Sakuya, if you focus on him.
Driven to Suicide: Nageki did this five years ago.
Dub Induced Plot Hole: In the English translation of the demo, Kazuaki refers to the bird in his marked-out photo with female pronouns, implying that she was his dead lover. This became a bit awkward when the full game version came out and revealed that Kazuaki's photo was most likely of his dead brother Nageki. Fortunately, this was corrected in the separate English translation for the full game.
Dumb Muscle: You start with 1 wisdom, 800 vitality, and 5 charisma, and you do not get more than about 35 to 40 possible points of stat increase throughout the game.
However, if you attend math class on all the elective days, you end up top of the class.
Dysfunction Junction: Played for Laughs or Drama, depending on the route.
Everything Sounds Sexier in French: Yuuya is the main guy who does this, but Sakuya is also French-blooded.
Evil Laugh: Doctor Shuu does this a lot.
Extranormal Institute: St. Pigeonation's.
Fire-Forged Friends: Ryouta and Sakuya on the Bad Boys Love route.
Foreign Queasine: "Excuse me! One half-dead fried rice, please!"
Four Eyes, Zero Soul: Doctor Iwamine Shuu
Gamer Chick: Hiyoko enjoys going to the arcade.
Genre Shift: If you take the Bad Boys Love route, the game shifts from a humorous pigeon dating sim to a dark mystery/thriller. Anghel's route also unexpectedly turns into a battle RPG close to the end.
Fridge Brilliance: It does finally explain why, compared to your Wisdom and Charisma, your Vitality score is so humongous: in this battle it doubles as your Hit Points!
Ghost Amnesia
GIS Syndrome: Subverted. Stock photos are used for the bird characters and the loading screens, but they are properly cited in the credits.
Government Conspiracy: The Hawk Party's Operation Hurtful, which includes the creation of the H5N1 virus. On the other hand, they also get angry if you don't hook up with anyone.
Hold Your Hippogriffs: "Everybirdie", "Nobirdie", "Anybirdie".
Hot-Blooded: The heroine: "MY HUNTER-GATHERER BLOOD BOILS! AAAAAAAAAAAAARGH!"
Hundred-Percent Completion: Getting at least one ending for each bird unlocks the Bad Boys Love route, and completing that in turn gives you a "thank you" picture after the credits a full set of documents in the Library. Getting all of the endings for each bird unlocks a post-BBL epilogue, the last Gallery image, and a Library item with a bonus scene.
Idle Rich: If you join the student council, you can bully Sakuya into helping clean the office at the end of the semester, which ends with you having to teach him how because he's never done his own housework before.
I'm a Humanitarian: The birds have no problem with eating poultry. And, if you focus on Doctor Shuu, then he cooks Yuuya into something resembling a roast chicken.
Interspecies Romance: The basis of the game!
"I Know You're in There Somewhere" Fight: Happens in Bad Boys Love, and is a huge Crowning Moment of Awesome for almost everybirdy involved.
I See Dead People: You are the only one who can see Nageki.
When you die in the BBL route, it is revealed that Ryouta can as well. Also referenced in the Drama CD when he talks to his "dead friend" Nageki in the library about one of the seven mysteries of the school: students who draw in library books are said to get cursed. As Ryouta suspects, there is actually some truth to this...
Killed Off for Real: Hiyoko and Yuuya on the Bad Boys Love route.
Although if you get the full ending, you find that Yuuya was saved just in time.
Let's Get Dangerous: Let's just say that it's a very good thing that Oko San and Anghel weren't shooed out in the Bad Boys Love route.
Poster on the Let's Play thread: You are now realizing that without Anghel and Okosan, the joke characters, all the main characters and all human life would be gone by now.
Let's Play: Angie Gallant's legendary let's play of the free demo version might just be the reason you're here right now. She has now done a follow up for the full game.
Logging Onto the Fourth Wall: Yuuya suggests you check out the blog of Brian the Pigeon.
Mad Scientist: Doctor Shuu wants to feed steroids into Oko San just to see how his body will react to them. It turns out that he is a researcher for the Hawk Party.
Madness Mantra: Near the end of the BBL route:
Nanaki/Hitori: Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki. Nageki.
Mayfly-December Romance: Yep, this game acknowledges the difference between human and bird lifespans.
Meaningful Background Event: Blink and you'll miss it, but your first clue that things in this game aren't quite as cheerful as they first seem comes when Hiyoko decides to go for a run: One of the things she passes is the post-apocalyptic remains of a city.
Medium Awareness: "What's the number in the top-left-hand corner say?"
Meido: Ryouta dresses up as this, and you can join him.
The Merch: There are already plans for tote bags, pins, St. PigeoNation ID cards and more. Various styles of St. Pigeonation bags, shirts, cups and even a thong with Yuuya on it can be found at the Cafepress store
Misplaced Wildlife: Justified: the setting is a prestigious high school for sapient birds, and attracts students and faculty from all over the world. The heroine is still surprised to encounter a mourning dove in Japan.
Missing Mom: If you focus on Ryouta, then you find out his mother dies.
Mood Whiplash: The endings of Ryouta and Nageki's routes can come as quite a shock if you've grown used to the game's silly and comedic tone. The Bad Boys Love route in the full version, even more so.
Multiple Endings: Typical for the genre.
Nightmare Fetishist: You are this if you pursue Doctor Shuu. He even calls you out on it before he vivisects you.
Norio Wakamoto: In the drama CD, pudding-obsessed Oko San is voiced by Norio Wakamoto. This finally fulfills his wish to be a bird.
Not Making This Up Disclaimer: The official website has many of these.
People trying to get others to play this game typically have to use lots of these too, as most rational people's initial reaction to hearing about it is something along the lines of "Wait, something like this actually exists?!?"
Notice This: On the Bad Boys Love route, several plot-important phrases are highlighted yellow.
Official Couple: It's not definite, but Ryouta seems to be the most canon love interest for Hiyoko as he's the one who stays with her spirit in the hopes of him being able to be cured of his disease and her being able to be transplanted into a body someday in the good ending to the Bad Boys Love route, the last route you can unlock.
Omniscient Council of Vagueness: The Hawk Party, which apparently meets in a pitch-black room. Coffee, anyone?
Orphan's Ordeal: Nageki, Kazuaki, and Hiyoko.
Overly Narrow Superlative: The English download site for the game describes it as "the world's greatest pigeon dating sim".
Bird of Mass Destruction: The Bad Boys Love route reveals that Nageki harbored a disease that caused all humans who got too close to him to drop dead on the spot, which was the main reason he killed himself. Unfortunately, some of his body parts were saved by Doctor Shuu, who intends to make Ryouta the new carrier...
Phenotype Stereotype: The ordinary guy is a rock dove, fan-tails tend to be full of themselves, the mourning dove is introverted, etc. Fan-artists also do a bit of this by portraying Hiyoko as short-haired, often blonde.
The Hawk Party is composed of warmongers.
The Power of Love: It lets Nageki move on to the next world.
Precision F-Strike: If you tell Doctor Shuu that Yuuya is lying, Shuu thanks you before kicking you out of the infirmary, saying that he needs to discuss this with Yuuya ... alone. Yuuya's reaction: "...Shit."
The Promise: The Bad Boys Love route is jumpstarted by one.
Pun-Based Title: The title is a mix of hato, the Japanese word for pigeon/dove, and "heartful". The paid version of the game is subtitled "-Hurtful Complete Edition-" as well.
Then there's Hurtful Boyfriend and Operation Hurtful.
Punch Clock Villain: If you don't finish any romantic storylines, a meeting of the Hawk Party condemns humanity and orders them exterminated... then adjourns for coffee.
Punny Name: The (quail) teacher and (partridge) doctor have surnames punning on the Japanese for "quail" and "partridge". The library freshman's personal name is based on "nagekibato", the Japanese word for "mourning dove".
Relationship Values: As usual for the genre, although they are not shown to the player.
Removed From the Picture: If Hiyoko is on Kazuaki's route, she finds a photo dropped by him that has the photographed bird almost completely marked out.
Which, in the Bad Boy's Love route, we learn was probably a photo of his dead brother, Nageki.
Royal Brat: Shirogane Sakuya.
RPG Elements: Played for Laughs as they are not very important: "Hiyoko levelled up! Wisdom increased by 5!"
They become a bit more important in the full version where you need to boost the appropriate stats to get the best endings for Doctor Shuu, Sakuya, and Oko San. Additionally, Anghel's route features a turn-based RPG battle and while it's mainly used for parody, it is possible to lose it and get a bad ending if you botch it.
Save Game Limits: The Bad Boys Love route, in contrast with the main Otome route where you could save any time you wanted, lets you save only at certain points in the story.
Serious Business: For Oko San, it is pudding. In his ending, he quits school to quest for the true pudding, and you can join him.
Shout-Out: "Oko San used WING ATTACK! It's super effective!" And this is only the first of several such references when Oko San is involved.
Brian the Pigeon won multiple Pulitzer Prizes.
The Bad End if you don't go all the way with any romance has a very specific grim reaper screen!! It also has double exclamation marks!! Like all over the place!! And one of the inventory items is a Nintendo 3DS amongst other things!!
"Nepotism, ho!"
OreHato: My Little Nicobar Can't Be This Cute
The heroine can suggest a novel version of Night on the Galactic Railroad to Nageki, who replies that he's already read it. This tells you a lot about Nageki.
Our heroine's in despair! Events that happen when she's late leaving school one day (in the full version) have left her in despair!
In bright red text: I did not kill <player name>. This is true.
If you choose to side with Ryouta in the cafeteria, your rage inspires Okosan to flee like a rabbit from a catapult.
Alternately, siding with Okosan will get you calling him San of the Forest.
This troper can't quite shake off the feeling that the choice of wishes at Tanabata Festival (Take Over the World, rule the world from shadows, and become a famous artist) is a shout-out to Adolf Hitler's biography.
Slasher Smile: Doctor Shuu's human portrait.
Spider Sense: Hunter-Gatherer Instincts.
Star-Crossed Lovers: Anghel claims that Hiyoko and himself were this in a past life. A more straight example would be Hiyoko and Nageki on Nageki's route when he fades away after realizing that he loves Hiyoko.
Switched At Birth: Yuuya swapped his stepfather's egg with his dead father's egg containing Sakuya so that his brother could have a family and a home instead of being thrown away on his stepfather's orders.
Take Over the World: Two of the things you can wish for at the Tanabata Festival: Take Over the World by force, or rule it from the shadows? (The third option is to be a world-famous artist.)
When the heroine shows up on the wrong day for class, if you choose to return home, she tells Kazuaki: "I must return to my people with the spoils of war, lay my bloodied sword at the feet of my great king, and celebrate my conquest of all the lands from here to distant Macedonia."
Talking Animal / Civilized Animal: The birds are not actually wearing anything, as their appearances are taken from real photos, but they do go through all the trappings of civilization.
Except for the student festival in fall, when your class does a Maid Cafe and Ryota briefly appears with a maid outfit drawn over his photo. This leads to the usual fanart of everybirdie crossdressing as maids, even those in other classes and the staff. Oko also appears in a maid outfit during his route, and the Library menu's post-BBL bonus scene shows Sakuya and Nanaki as bemaided birds as well.
And Oko San's ICPSS portrait, while all other characters are rendered as Bishounen, is a bird in a school uniform.
In the full version, you can see the other classmates dressed up as maids for the Maid Cafe, and Ryouta fills in as a Miko at the local shrine for New Year's.
Tanabata: You get to see the wishes of the birds you're the closest to and make a wish yourself to Take Over the World, gain the Mad Love of a Fallen Angel, or become an artist.
Teacher-Student Romance: Going with the genre, Kazuaki is an option.
Teen Superspy: Yuuya
Trademark Favorite Food: For Oko San, it is pudding.
When Sakuya asks the player what she loves, she answers "udon." Though she also can't sit still in class unless she's had some red meat, as she tells Ryouta in the first cutscene.
Twenty Minutes Into the Future: In the Bad Boy's Love route, you find out that the game actually takes place in the year 2187!
Unlucky Childhood Friend: Ryouta is this if you don't go with him.
Uplifted Animal: It turns out that intelligent birds did not naturally come about...
Uptown Boy: Sakuya.
Victorious Childhood Friend: Ryouta can be this if you focus on him.
Wholesome Crossdresser: You will always see Ryouta in a maid's uniform for the Maid Cafe, and if you follow him down his arc you'll find he also works at a transvestite cafe... and goes by the name "Coolene". Of course, he's working there so he can support his mother, but you can ask him to leave.
Widget Series: The premise of the game is considered to be very far outside the mainstream box.
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Kane (wrestling)
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Kane is one of WWE's longest-tenured superstars, with the gimmick having debuted in 1997 (and the man behind the gimmick, Glenn Jacobs, having worked for WWE a number of times prior to the Kane gimmick); in Kayfabe, Kane is the half-brother of The Undertaker, with Kane's father being Undertaker's (former) manager Paul Bearer (the "Brothers of Destruction" shared the same mother). He was originally thought to be dead by Undertaker, in a fire that claimed the lives of their parents, before Paul Bearer brought him back. Since their initial feud, Kane and Undertaker have both teamed up and feuded again several times. Kane originally wrestled in a mask, but removed it in 2003 (revealing his supposed physical scars from the fire were more like mental ones). As of late 2011, the mask is back on.
For a detailed look at Kane's in-ring career, you can check out Wikipedia; Kane's kayfabe history is a little more...convoluted...so in lieu of a Wikipedia article, instead you can check out this five part special column on 411mania that does its best to cover Kane's kayfabe history (it even works Glenn Jacobs' gimmicks prior to Kane into the kayfabe) up to 2006.
Tropes associated with Kane include:
Aborted Arc: The "May 19th" / "fake Kane" angle, and also the angle in which Lita left Kane for Edge, which was discontinued and effectively retconned once Matt Hardy returned and WWE could no longer keep it kayfabe.
The Katie Vick unrequited crush angle, the reason behind Kane's feud with Triple H in the fall of 2003. More or less, speeded up after near-universal negative criticism over several storyline elements. (Background: Triple H began, to play head games with Kane, began claiming that a homecoming queen-type teen-aged cheerleader named Katie Vick had died in a car accident ... and Kane, driving the car in which she was a passenger, deliberately crashed the car, all this because Katie had supposedly told a love-struck Kane she did not want to date him and wanted no further contact.) The plotline's downfall: A video was later shown, at Triple H's request, showing a man resembling Kane having sex with "Katie's corpse" at the mortuary (actually, "Katie" was a mannequin ... and Triple H was the rascal who put on the Kane mask and outfit). When the outcry was so great, the WWE was forced to end the angle, with HHH coming out on top of the feud at No Mercy that year.
His 2010 feud with The Undertaker was promptly forgotten so that Undertaker could fight Triple H at Wrestlemania.
Also Mark Henry taking him out was promptly forgotten.
Actually this was acknowledged several times. Mark Henry was very fearful when Kane arrived and was relieved that he attacked John Cena instead of him. The commentators themselves acknowledged this expressing confusion as to why Kane attacked Cena instead of Henry, as did Cena the following week in his promo. Apparently the only one who forgot about it was Kane himself.
Although, Kane could have during his time off, found a way to eradicate his humanity and find his true self, which he was trying to do prior to Henry's attack. When he had done that, he saw how Cena was living a lie with not embracing the hate, that came from the fans. Unlike Mark Henry that is angry all the time and does what he damn well pleases, Kane saw no need to go after him just then, and focused on Cena.
Actor Allusion: You could take Kane's promo about how much he loves Christmas as a reference to his old role as the Christmas Creature.
John Cena once mentioned Kane gets uneasy during the holidays and hates trips to the dentist, a reference to two of his old gimmicks.
Almighty Janitor: One of the best men in the business, but often jobs for other wrestlers.
All Love Is Unrequited: An ongoing aspect to Kane's character is his desire for a female companion and family. Perhaps the first hint of emotion Kane ever showed was his concern for Chyna after accidentally injuring her in 1999. Later he went so far as to blackmail Lita to bear his child and marry him, then harassed Kelly Kelly, and lately has been stalking Eve Torres.
Although it's arguable that stalking Eve wasn't out of such desire, but merely part of his ploy to break John Cena.
And Now You Must Marry Me: He once forced Lita to marry him, after Matt Hardy lost a match that stipulated she would marry Kane if Hardy lost. It later became Rape Is Love briefly until, in a case of Real Life Writes the Plot, she dumped Kane for Edge, and it became an Aborted Arc when Matt Hardy returned.
Arch Enemy: The Undertaker and Triple H most notably.
Edge is another good contender. If not for his short lived tenure, Gene Snitsky would also qualify. What makes these four stand out is that while Kane is capable of making any feud he's in personal for his enemy, these guys made it personal for Kane. For reference? Lower down on the page, under Unnecessary Roughness? Electro-torturing Shane'o'Mac's testicles was in no way personal for Kane. He just did that for kicks.
What about Pete Rose?
The Artifact: Like Undertaker, Kane is one of the last remaining remnants of a past era in WWE history - in Kane's case, it's the brutality of the Attitude Era and the gimmicks of the Cartoony Era of the WWF in which The Undertaker has his roots.
He became an artifact as soon as Undertaker dropped his Deadman gimmick and his kayfabe and became a biker. However he was lucky enough to eventually find his niche even after that, though to do so Badass Decay ensued.
All Love Is Unrequited: Kane has been involved in several ill-fated romance storylines with female wrestlers (e.g., Lita) or Divas (most notably, Kelly Kelly during a short-lived 2008 angle).
In one instance, the girl didn't even have to exist -- that being the infamous "Katie Vick." See the Aborted Arc entry for the background.
Ax Crazy
Badass Long Hair: With the mask on...
Bald of Evil: After unmasking in 2003. Immediately after unmasking.
Bastard Bastard: As Undertaker's evil, resentful half-brother, Kane is this (at least when he's a heel).
Berserk Button: Kane has started feuds over the smallest things, such as when he got spilled coffee on him by Chris Jericho. May 19th qualifies as well.
Big No: Kane's reaction to Paul Bearer's 2010 return.
Although, not all was as it seemed…
Bridal Carry: Kane did this to Chyna after accidentally burning her, in quite possibly the tenderest moment of his career.
The Brute / The Big Guy
Bunny Ears Teacher: Was once a high-school English teacher, has his degree in education, and once said he'd probably be teaching if he weren't a wrestler. Not to mention his political blogging.
Cain and Abel / Sibling Rivalry: Kane's rivalry with Undertaker.
Canon Dis Continuity: What's an "Isaac Yankem, D.D.S?" Nor was he the Fake Diesel. Nor was he the Christmas Creature in Memphis (didn't stop Jerry Lawler from making a snide reference to it once, and a more lighthearted allusion to it a few years later).
Captain Ersatz: Prior to the Kane gimmick, Glenn Jacobs played a fake Diesel in a really drawn out Take That to WCW.
Charles Atlas Superpower: In his prime, Glenn Jacobs had a deadlift of 900 pounds.
Cool Mask
Composite Character: The 2012 re-masking of Kane seems to land somewhere at the midway point between his two main era-specific personalities: the intelligence and propensity for Hannibal Lectures from the unmasked Kane combined with the violence and unpredictability from his mid-90s masked incarnation.
His entrance music represents this.
Combat Pragmatist: Most of Kane's strikes target the throat/windpipe. Also, on more than one occasion of an opponent trying to come off the top rope, Kane simply kicks the ropes, and whoever happens to be on the turnbuckle at the time loses their footing...and usually lands very painfully.
Continuity Snarl: Kane's entire backstory, which eventually resulted in a novel that painstakingly attempted to reconcile all of it.
This failed. Spectacularly, as next to nothing' of this backstory made any sense whatsoever nor was it referenced within the WWE's on-air continuity, and contained a few snarls of it's own, such as placing Kane and Taker in the midwest, when their parents (or in this case Kane and Taker's mother, as they have different fathers in the storyline) are supposedly buried on LONG ISLAND.
Maybe Zack Ryder desecrated her grave as a kid or something...???
The Corrupter: Kane is playing this role to John Cena. By brutalizing Cena and his friends, he is trying to force Cena to give into his rage and hatred.
And it seems to be working; Cena was about to clock Ryder in the face on the 2/13/12 RAW after accidentally kissing Eve Torres due to trying to save her from Kane taking her away in an ambulance.
Costume Copycat: Of his original gear, resulting in the odd booking of Kane VS Kane at a Vengeance PPV.
The Undertaker has also worn the original Kane outfit in an effort to fool McMahon, and on an earlier occasion Kane fooled Stone Cold Steve Austin by dressing as the Ministry-era Undertaker, but with his mask on.
Dark and Troubled Past: He's the (not quite) Dead Little (Half-)Brother of The Undertaker. That says it all, I think.
Deadpan Snarker: Whenever he does have a funny moment.
Death From Above: The setup for Kane's chokeslam usually involves a top-rope flying clothesline. Kane is seven feet tall and over 300 pounds.
Defeating the Undefeatable: Inverted, as - unlike Undertaker - Kane practically exists to be defeated.
The Dragon: Kane was used this way while a member of The Corporation, which he had been forced to join in order to avoid being sent to a mental institution.
Enemy Mine: Had been working mostly as a heel in late 2010-early 2011, but teamed up with The Big Show to face the growing threat of The Corre.
Even Evil Has Standards: He pulled The Big Show off of Alberto Del Rio as he was giving Alberto a No-Holds-Barred Beatdown, saying "You're going to kill him!"
Kane also was horrified when fire ball hits a diva in this clip. The thing… she wasn’t the target.
Face Palm of Doom: Does this to John Cena recently.
Face, Nod, Action: In pretty much every battle royale he's ever been in, Kane and the other biggest man in the match will lay everyone else out, square off against each other, nod, and throw down one on one. Whether or not he wins depends on who has more Popularity Power.
Fingerless Gloves: Only wears one in his right hand. Recently returned to the full-fingered glove he wore when he first appeared in the company in the gimmick.
Finishing Move: Like his half-brother, Kane's chief finishers are the Chokeslam and the Tombstone Piledriver.
Foe Yay: With The Big Show ("You complete me"), Rob Van Dam, his own brother, Rey Mysterio, Jr....Kane's an intense guy, and when he's teaming with them, he has straight up Ho Yay.
The Giant: Though he subverts a lot of the tropes, namely being actually able to wrestle and having charisma, he really is a charismatic performer with a gimmick beyond Squash Match and No Sell. It is hard to come up with another 7-footer in wrestling history with equal mic skills as Kane; this may be in part because he is a Genius Bruiser in real life.
Really the only other Wrestler on the same level as him is The Undertaker, and on good days, The Big Show.
Genius Bruiser: He holds a teaching degree in real life, and has said that he'd be a teacher if he weren't a wrestler. The ability to be well-spoken allows him to be a rare 7-footer who can handily carry a long promo on his own with the best of them.
Giant Space Flea From Nowhere: His character and the way he's booked tend to make him this. As a heel in particular, he'll often show up completely without warning and either attack everyone in sight, or go after someone specific, only making his intentions known after the fact. He started his feud with John Cena like this (especially glaring, as the guy who had put him out of action was right there in the ring). And then on Smackdown 3/2/12 he started a feud with Randy Orton in the exact same way.
Hannibal Lecture: His new promo after returning with his mask.
Heel Face Revolving Door: Must be nearing the record of flipping between face and heel in a career, if he doesn't hold it already. It's to the point where he switches multiple times a year, often without even building to it.
This has reached ludicrous levels as of March 2011, he did nothing to turn face... but gets cheered by the fans because not only is he teaming with The Big Show, but he is fighting The Corre.
The 7/22/11 SmackDown pretty much sums it up. Before his Street Fight with Randy Orton, Kane cuts a promo talking about how he is disturbed by his showing glimpses of humanity in the past few months and that he was going to exorcise it out of him against Orton. Sounds like a heel turn, right? Well, after Orton triumphs in a half-hour-long Street Fight, Kane offers his hand out of respect. [Surely, Kane's gonna use the opportunity to get a post-match drop on Orton, right? Nope, he actually shakes his hand in a sportsmanlike manner with no turn to be found, before being ambushed by Mark Henry, another man familiar with the face/heel door.
Heroic Sociopath
Humans Are Bastards: His feud with John Cena is centered around him teaching Cena this lesson, and how he should come to embrace The Power of Hate.
Iron Butt Monkey: He can dish out and take grievous amounts of punishment. Throughout his career, he's been written into some of the worst angles in recent WWE history. Katie Vick comes to mind.
Humanity Is Infectious: Felt he became too human in 2011 and thought by beating Randy Orton, he would exorcise his humanity. Only he lost to Orton and then was taken out by Mark Henry for a number of months. He now wants a rematch with Orton at the grandest stage of them all to get a closure on that particular subject.
I Have No Son: Paul Bearer has disowned Kane for the most part, siding against him at Wrestlemania XX; when he returned in September 2010 prior to Hell in a Cell, he sided with Undertaker again. This, however, did not last. Maybe he sees Kane as his son after all.
Son? You're no son of mine!
Implacable Man
Kill It with Fire: The Inferno match, Kane's signature match where the only way to beat your opponent is to set them on fire.
Either he tried to do this to someone, or someone tried to do it to him in his original backstory.
Law of Chromatic Superiority: Has red motifs. If that's not enough, look at his "Big" Red Barons below.
Leaning on the Fourth Wall: In most backstage skits, the wrestlers will never acknowledge that the camera man is right in front of them filming them, even if they're discussing top secret plans. Kane is the exception, usually giving a knowing glare to the camera at the end of the skits.
He now does most of his promos without an interviewer, backstage in a dark, moodily-lit area and talking directly to the audience.
Lightning Bruiser: Especially when you compare to other giants, Kane has a top rope move, has done an enzuigiri, and has an awesome ring exit where he uses the ropes to flip himself over, pretty impressive for such a big guy, he's even added a low angle dropkick, to his repertoire. Keep in mind all of that is in his arsenal at age 44, being in terrific shape for a wrestler that size and that age (compared to The Undertaker, who at that point couldn't even work a half-time schedule, while Kane still works a full year-round load).
Not to mention the time he performed a Frankensteiner on Albert.
Hurri-Kane-rana?
Malevolent Masked Man: Zigzagged this trope throughout his career. Debuted playing it straight, averted it for a while, and now plays it straight once again.
Manly Tears: After Edge abducted Paul Bearer, and Kane searched backstage for him in vain. Poor guy.
Man On Fire: Kane doesn't have the best win/loss record when it comes to Inferno Matches.
To be fair, that's mainly because he's the only person besides The Undertaker (who defeated Kane both times) who's actually been in more than one of them.
He also used to wear sleeves.
Mean Character, Nice Actor: Kane is usually regarded as one of these. Fan interaction with him is considered the holy grail of meeting professional wrestlers among smarks.
Military Brat
Mirror Match: At Vengeance 2006 against an impostor who dressed like the masked Kane (the impostor later showed up in WWE as Festus, who is now Luke Gallows). It became an Aborted Arc.
Mismatched Eyes
Motive Rant: Gave one after burying Undertaker alive in 2003, and putting Undertaker in a vegetative state in 2010. Though they're considered two of his best promos.
Name of Cain
Oh Crap: When that big stage pyro goes off, Kane's coming to the ring - and whenever this happens, he is usually not a happy man.
Ominous Pipe Organ: Kane's instrumental themes all started with this.
Omnicidal Maniac: If Kane's a heel and comes down to the ring to kick some ass, never, ever assume that you're safe because you're a heel like him. You will regret it.
One of Us: Is regarded as one of the biggest gamers on the WWE roster. Stevie Richards said that during his time he roomed with Kane on the road, Kane would bring his XBOX to every hotel he was at. He even modded a Civil War FPS he was playing to make his avatar don the Kane costume.
Our Demons Are Different: They're big sadistic monsters that are related to zombies.
A book put out years ago by George Napolitano claims Undertaker was half humand and half vampire. So on this one Your Mileage May Vary on whether or not Kane's related to a Zombie or a Dhampir.
Out of the Inferno: Kane was alleged to have started - and survived - the funeral home fire that killed his and Undertaker's parents, though this resulted in his face being radically scarred (or so he thought). He also managed to survive getting set on fire in the first-ever Inferno Match.
Physical Scars, Psychological Scars: He was originally intended to have this, being scarred by the fire that killed his family, but the makeup didn't work out when the mask came off, so now he just has the psychological ones.
Playing with Fire: His ring pyro is amazing. Not only does half the arena light up in flames during the initial entrance, he lights up the four turnbuckles on the ring, too.
Popularity Power: Despite not being as popular as Undertaker, Kane remains respected amongst fans, likely due in part to his association with Undertaker (and, in some circles, because of his "company man" image - in that he takes the crappiest angles and runs with them, without complaint, for the good of WWE).
Also due to the fact that it's hard to find a nicer wrestler outside the ring, and that he does not seem to have an ego in an ego-centric business. Like Shawn Michaels, he's stated he preferred the world title be held by younger guys who would carry the company in the future than a veteran like himself, who was already firmly entrenched in the company and fanbase (although his loyalty and popularity was finally rewarded with a world title run in the second half of 2010).
When Kane cashed in the Money In The Bank briefcase against World Champion Rey Mysterio(one of the most popular wrestlers on the roster), he got a largely positive response to his title win. It was Kane's first major title win since his one-day WWE Title reign in 1998 (twelve years earlier).
The Power of Hate: His new gimmick in late 2011
Put on a Bus: By Mark Henry.
The Bus Came Back: Wearing a mask.
Quizzical Tilt: Kane commonly did this while mute and wearing a mask.
Recurring Riff: In '97, he first appeared as Kane with this theme. Said theme was updated in 2000, with the tune completely retained. In 2002, when he switched to Finger Eleven's Slow Chemical, which again, kept the same tune. He kept this as his theme until late 2008. So that's eleven years of that riff recurring.
His 2008 theme, "Man on Fire", still retained elements from his original theme though, but without the guitar riff.
The guitar riffs however returned with the re-masking in 2011, by mixing it back into "Man on Fire".
Red and Black and Evil All Over
Red Baron: The Big Red Machine / Monster and, recently, The Devil's Favorite Demon.
Redemption Demotion: He was never quite as threatening as a face. While his initial face run as Woobie, Destroyer of Worlds was still threatening and believable on some level, as time went on It Got Worse, to the point where he could tag team with The Hurricane and actually fit right in.
Although he arguably had his strongest push (prior to his 2010 title run) while he was a babyface in 2002; he held the Intercontinental and Tag Team titles simultaneously, winning the latter in a Fatal Four-Way Tornado Tag TLC match...without a partner' (The Hurricane had been attacked backstage before the match). Then the Katie Vick angle happened, and well...
Red Filter of Doom: His entrance, in which the lights in the arena go red. Notably, when he first debuted the lights would stay red for the entirety of his matches. Sometimes when he's backstage he's still accompanied by red lighting.
Since the return of the mask, his promos have all had the red lighting remain on, until he gets interrupted by someone.
Ryu and Ken: Being kayfabe brothers, Kane and The Undertaker are of the same basic build and use a lot of the same moves. This was especially true during the late 90's when Kane was pretty much Undertaker with a mask and fire fetish.
Slasher Smile: If he's a heel, you might be more screwed if he's wearing one of these than if he's scowling.
Stalker with a Crush: During the storyline where he forced Lita to marry him and give birth to his child.
Again with Kelly Kelly, as a face, some how (mainly because the guy she was really interested in was Randy Orton, though this became an Aborted Arc.
Suddenly Voiced: He debuted as mute, later was able to talk through a voice box, and later still was able to use his voice without any trouble at all.
Tall, Dark and Snarky
Took a Level In Dumbass / Plot Induced Stupidity: One angle he's revealing a massive Indy Ploy Xanatos Roulette to wait for weakness in his big brother so he can take advantage and destroy him, ending up as World Heavyweight Champion with Undertaker buried alive. The next he's faced with Edge kidnapping his father for a couple months, has Teddy Long standing before him at least 2-3 times, and doesn't even take enough time out of scrambling around in desperation to force Teddy to make Edge give Paul back by threatening to walk with the title.
Would you really expect somebody like Kane to do that, though?
If he could mastermind taking the demonic seat of power from The Undertaker, yes. And even if he didn't do that, there's still other options. Like raiding the home of then-injured Christian and threatening to destroy him.
Unnecessary Roughness: Kane seemingly loves this trope, and is usually on the giving end of said Roughness. One time, he handcuffed Shane McMahon to a ring post, trapped him against the ring using the ring steps, and electrocuted Shane's testicles with a car battery. Guys, you can whimper now.
He's used a rather subdued, but brutal method of incapacitating John Cena in their 2012 feud; he holds his hand over Cena's mouth and nose, suffocating him. While it doesn't look to bad to the untrained eye, for those that recognize it as an actual method of murder can find it somewhat disturbing.
The first time or two, they used some Hollywood FX to have John coughing up blood the first time or two it happened. Apparently that was a bit too realistic and there were enough complaints that the fake blood (but not the hold) was dropped afterwards.
Unwitting Pawn: Ended up in the middle of the Punk/Bryan feud because each of them has used Kane's Hair-Trigger Temper to do damage against the other. Eventually Kane caught onto it and beat the hell out of both of them.
Unrelated Brothers: While half-brothers in kayfabe, The Undertaker and Kane are not related in real life.
Villains Out Shopping: His Stacker 2 commercials. The aforementioned Chef Boyardee commercial probably also counts.
Vitriolic Best Buds: Kane and The Undertaker, who have both feuded and teamed up with each other at various times since 1997.
He also has this kind of thing going on with The Big Show.
Woobie, Destroyer of Worlds: Particularly after Paul Bearer abandoned him to rejoin Undertaker in 1998 and attempted to have him committed to an insane assylum, Kane's character was portrayed as this. He's also done a promo about how much he loves the holidays and his family, he even said he wasn't a monster and that he's tired of being seen as an outsider, and the audience booed the entire thing, really puts his angle with Edge in a new light.
To be frank, they booed the whole thing because they'd just seen him declare himself the Devil's Favorite Demon while usurping Undertaker's power over the last few months, so they probably didn't believe any of it.
The Worf Effect
Would Hit a Girl: He once gave Linda McMahon a Tombstone Piledriver onto the stage.
And then about a couple years later, he did it to Lita.
Came close to doing this to Kelly Kelly during a short-lived 2008 angle, whom he thought was flirting with him. He kidnapped her and sequestered her to a back room to interrogate her as to who she was seeing, she claimed she was with The Miz, in order to protect Randy Orton, who in actually was only using her. The angle didn't go anywhere beyond a match on Raw.
As of 2012, not much has changed. Kane has made moves for Eve Torres on a couple of occasions, but WWE being PG, someone always showed up to rescue her at the last moment.
During the Attitude Era, he attacked Tori and Chyna.
Xanatos Roulette: Retcon into having everything he's done up to mid-2010 an Indy Ploy version of this, all part of a revenge plan for over 10 years. Whether this makes him a Magnificent Bastard or just an Ass Pull, Your Mileage May Vary.
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Viability and Resilience of Languages in Competition
Laetitia Chapel, Xavier Castelló, Claire Bernard, Guillaume Deffuant, et al
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