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integrating technology to the core
Chevron Technology Ventures (CTV) champions the innovation, commercialization and integration of emerging technologies into Chevron. We pursue innovative business solutions and externally developed technologies that have the potential to improve Chevron’s base business operations and champion their deployment and adoption into Chevron.
a conduit for early adoption of emerging technology
Chevron is integrating emerging technologies into our business and CTV helps make that happen. We identify technology advances that could strengthen our core operations and lead Chevron to new opportunities for growth. Through our technology teams and venture capital group, we scan the globe for technologies that can yield strategic and financial value. We also look for pioneering startup companies whose technologies could enhance the way Chevron produces and delivers energy. CTV can invest in companies at any phase in the development cycle, from providing early-stage seed investment to offering capital for full-scale commercialization. Some technologies may be studied, and then shelved for future consideration.
We focus our search for innovation on six dominant technology streams:
Production Enhancement
Subsurface & Base Business
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Since 1999, Chevron Venture Capital has supported a wide range of companies and venture capital funds. Partner technologies are used across our upstream and downstream businesses, producing substantial earnings for the company.
Microfabrica is the industry leader in manufacturing of micrometer- and millimeter-scale metal components, subsystems, and devices with features measured in microns. The company breakthrough proprietary EFAB technology can create complex three-dimensional micron-precision metal structures with unprecedented flexibility.
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Oxane is commercializing advanced ceramic proppants, which augment oil and gas production (rate and total recovery) and reduce the environmental impact of hydraulic fracturing. Oxane’s proppants travel deeper into oil and gas formations than conventional proppants and afford a highly conductive channel for oil and gas to flow to the wellbore.
Sample6 Technologies’ platform allows for the rapid engineering of bioparticles that cause bacteria to effectively “light up” when a specific bacterium is identified. The platform can be applied to a narrow set of bacterial strains or a panel of bacterial species, and can be used both for detection and antimicrobial applications.
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Soane Energy is a specialty materials company that is developing and applying innovative chemistry based on polymers and surface science to help meet the worldwide “hunger for energy” in a practical, immediate, and environmentally responsible way. The company’s initial focus is on the oil sands market in Canada.
visit soane energy site
emerging/alternative energy
Acumentrics’s solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) is designed to be fuel-flexible and to operate at high temperatures to maximize efficiencies. Unlike many other types of fuel cells, SOFC’s require a negligible amount of precious metals and instead can be made out of ceramics. Besides SOFC’s, Acumentrics is an industry leader in selling rugged, uninterruptible power supplies for military, transportation and industrial applications.
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Ensyn is a producer of renewable liquid fuels and renewable chemical products from wood residues. Rapid Thermal Processing, or RTP, converts residual biomass from the forest and agricultural sectors, as well as cellulosic-based, post-consumer wastes, to high yields of light liquids.
visit the ensyn site
Inventys is the developer of energy and capital-efficient technology for capturing carbon dioxide from industrial flue gas streams. Inventys’ proprietary VeloxoTherm™ process is less than one-third the cost of existing post-combustion carbon dioxide capture technologies and will enable the widespread adoption of enhanced oil recovery and carbon sequestration.
visit inventys site
Maana has developed a novel approach to representing and analyzing industrial knowledge mathematically. Maana’s patented Computational Knowledge Graph™ enables industrial companies to encode human expertise and data from across silos into digital knowledge that helps employees make better and faster decisions.
visit maana site
Moblize provides “Ready to Analyze” data from exploration to production compliant with new E&P standards to aide your decision making. Moblize’s data quality solution coupled with its “Factory drilling” analytics (used to manage wells by exception) ensures actionable information is available to decision-makers anytime, anywhere.
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NSS Labs helps clients achieve a forward-looking perspective on IT security and manage cyber risk more effectively. With NSS Research, enterprises can make rapid business decisions about competing vendors, products and technologies. NSS Labs’ unique perspective and expertise are based on more than 2 million work-hours of real-world security product testing and provide crucial visibility into future market and technology trends.
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Panzura delivers innovative products that take an application-centric rather than a network-centric approach to storage, termed Application Network Storage. By combining application logic with storage technology, Panzura is able to provide solutions that are faster, cheaper and more secure than traditional approaches to Tier 1 Storage. This architecture allows enterprises to save costs, significantly increase performance and secure mission-critical data via public or private cloud environments.
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Veros Systems is a company that is commercializing a new type of enterprise software to improve the reliability of assets powered by electric motors. The Veros technology will enable operators to monitor the health of assets and make key decisions regarding “just in time” service scheduling.
Airborne is the manufacturer of thermoplastic composite pipe. The company provides oil and gas operators and service companies with premier composite pipe systems. It provides products such as downlines, hoses, offshore flowlines and risers.
Arisdyne specializes in designing small footprint devices that utilize controlled hydrodynamic cavitation. Controlled flow cavitation generates energy in the form of a shockwave creating a highly efficient and elegant way to reduce particle size, disrupt cell structures, and disperses agglomerates. Arisdyne applies this technology to increase yield for ethanol production, reduce catalyst consumption for biodiesel production, and change viscosity of heavy crude oil.
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Foro Energy is commercializing high-power lasers for the oil, natural gas, geothermal and mining industries. Their hardware platform transmits high-power lasers over long distance using fiber optic cables to drill, complete and workover wells.
visit foro energy site
Halfwave is a company that develops piping inspection tools using Acoustic Resonance Technology, an ultra-wide band acoustic technology utilizing acoustic half-wave resonances. The non-contact measurement technology offers deep penetration of coatings, high resolution, and high speed.
Hicor has developed a unique multiphase compression technology that reduces initial and ongoing operating costs for natural gas producers through an efficient and cost-effective compressor package solution. Hicor’s technology reduces compression costs and economically enhances hydrocarbon production and also has future applications in compressed natural gas-refueling, pipeline stations, offshore platforms and compressed-air energy storage.
Lux Assure is a provider of chemical monitoring technologies for both offshore and onshore use in oil and gas industry. The company focuses on developing technology for the oil and gas industry to monitor difficult-to-detect chemicals used by the oil industry.
MezurX has developed a new generation of real-time flow and mud monitoring systems. By providing processed information from advanced sensors, a new level of assistance can be offered to the drilling crew to help better manage Non Productive Time events while drilling.
MicroSeismic, Inc. has proprietary technologies which enable passive surface-based microseismic monitoring and imaging for the exploration and production of hydrocarbons. Passive seismic makes use of existing, often naturally occurring, sound sources, rather than dynamite or vibrators. Passive seismic can go where conventional seismic cannot and sees not only the structure in 3-D but also detects fluid movement, fracturing and fault movement.
visit microseismic site
OsComp Holdings develops and leverages technology to deliver natural gas faster, safer and cheaper than their competition. The focus for OsComp Holdings is drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations and stationary industrial operations.
PanGeo Subsea delivers high resolution subsea imaging solutions using 3-D and 4-D acoustic technology; these technologies are utilized primarily to characterize the area beneath the seafloor prior to construction of offshore infrastructure or pipelines.
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Production Science’s core technology is based on decoding the signal of a reflected electromagnetic pulse with a passive sensor element that allows high-bandwidth communications with no active electronics at the sensor location.
Seikowave has developed a new 3-D imaging solution using structured light which brings a cost-effective, rapid visualization system to market using developments in optics and processing algorithms. Instead of scanning one point at a time, structured light scans multiple points or the entire field of view at once. The technology is used for the non-destructive evaluation of anomalies (e.g., corrosion, gouges, dents, etc.) commonly found in pipelines, tanks, pressure vessels, and other structures.
visit seikowave site
Silixa has developed the next generation of distributed fiber optic sensing with applications in the energy and security industries.
visit silixa site
Target Intervention is the manufacturer of fracture and intervention tools for oil and gas industry. The company offers a fully electric coiled tubing conveyed isolation tool for fracking applications. It's device has electric downhole motors that operate packing elements, anchors, valves and allows for real-time monitoring of pressure, temperatures, mechanical force and tool performance.
Ziebel has developed a unique conveyance system based upon metal-encased fiber optics for measurement combined with carbon-fiber sheathing for strength and reduced weight. The Ziebel intervention technology can be used for continuous well-integrity monitoring, waste water disposal monitoring, detecting casing and packer failures, detecting water incursion, and perforation performance.
Zi-Lift Ltd. is developing innovative downhole pumps for the oil and gas production industry based on Permanent Magnet Motors coupled with the latest pumping and monitoring technology, which will deliver smaller size and higher efficiency than competitive technologies.
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Arch Ventures Partners is a premier provider of seed and early stage venture capital for technology firms.
visit arch ventures partners site
Element Partners is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in Menlo Park, California. Founded in 2006, the company invests in products, services and technologies in the energy and power, water, environmental, materials and chemicals, and manufacturing and industrial sectors.
visit element partners site
EnerTech Capital is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1996, EnerTech Capital is a private equity firm that invests exclusively in service and technology companies emerging from, and capitalizing on, the reshaping of the energy, utility and telecommunications markets.
visit enertech capital site
Nth Power is based in San Francisco, California. Nth Power is a leading venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to high-potential investments resulting from the restructuring of the global energy industry.
visit Nth power site
Oxford Biosciences provides equity financing and management assistance to emerging, entrepreneurial-driven companies within the life sciences and healthcare sectors.
visit oxford biosciences site
RockPort Capital Partners is located in Boston, Massachusetts. RockPort Capital Partners is dedicated to investing in and supporting the most promising entrepreneurs and technologies in the energy and power, advanced materials, and process and prevention sectors.
visit rockport capital partners site
Vanguard Ventures is a leading early-stage venture capital firm that helps entrepreneurs build pioneering technology and life science companies.
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Here is a partial list of Chevron Venture Capital investments in firms which were acquired by other companies or had successful public offerings:
2TD
Bitzer Mobile
BlueArc
Codexis
Cubility
Downhole Injection Systems
Infinicon
IronPort Systems
Path Scale
Solazyme
SpectraSensors
Tacit Networks
Tubel Technologies
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investment areas of interest
Chevron Venture Capital searches for technologies that will enable Chevron to operate more efficiently, expand operations, or launch viable new businesses. We seek investment opportunities in these areas:
Fuel processing, hydrocarbon processing, separation, catalysis, advanced exploration, downhole processing and communications, deepwater production and development, heavy oil upgrading, sensors, improved production, fuel additives and lubricants, automated production operations, processing facilities and infrastructure, water management and enhanced oil recovery.
Biofuels, energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies including solar, wind and wave/current.
Nanotechnologies, advanced ceramics and polymers, specialty chemicals and coatings.
Communications and networking
Wireless communications and advanced networking infrastructure to support industrial and remote operations.
Hardware and software innovations.
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Read the memo dog-walking start-up Wag's CEO sent employees about SoftBank withdrawal and layoffs
Published Mon, Dec 9 20194:01 PM EST Updated Tue, Dec 10 201912:27 AM EST
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SoftBank is selling its stake back to Wag after investing in the struggling dog-walking start-up more than two years ago, sources say.
The Japanese conglomerate is also giving up its two seats on Wag's board.
Wag is now conducting layoffs in an effort to streamline the business as it pursues a potential sale.
If you overlook the unpleasant bits we shall not name, this often self-employed occupation involves essentially getting paid to walk, so it provides all the benefits of walking, plus the dogs work out arm muscles, too.Mike Werch of Indeed.com remarked on the occupation, “They spend a considerable amount of time walking each day. Even if you’re a bad dog walker and you spend that time getting pulled behind a dog, probably burns more calories and is a good shoulder workout.”
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SoftBank is backing out of its investment in struggling dog-walking start-up Wag.
The Japanese conglomerate is selling its stake in Wag back to the company, according to people familiar with the matter and an internal memo viewed by CNBC. The news was first reported by The Wall Street Journal.
"We are amicably parting ways with SoftBank and SoftBank will no longer have Board representation," Wag CEO Garrett Smallwood said in the internal memo to employees. "We thank the Vision Fund for their support in the company to date."
The price of the deal is unclear, but it's said to be below the $650 million valuation Wag earned when SoftBank first invested nearly two years ago, according to the Journal.
Wag, which pairs dog owners with available walkers in their neighborhood, landed its first investment from SoftBank's Vision Fund in January 2018. Since then, SoftBank's $100 billion Vision Fund has come under scrutiny for plowing money into unprofitable start-ups, such as WeWork and Uber. WeWork's spectacular rise and fall has shaped SoftBank's decision to curb its high-risk investment strategy for Vision Fund 2.
Alongside the move, SoftBank is giving up its two seats on Wag's board. Wag has cut 80% of its staff in an effort to streamline the business, said a person with knowledge of the matter who asked not to be named because the details are confidential. The company has considered selling itself and had two offers from pet companies, the person said.
Smallwood, who was named CEO in November, confirmed in the memo that the company is laying off "a number" of employees as it focuses on the needs of the business, including achieving profitable growth.
"As a more focused company with a solid capital base that is right-sized to the needs of our business and strategy, we have plenty of runway to execute our plans to accelerate our progress toward profitable growth," Smallwood wrote. "The decision to move in this direction was based on the strong conviction of our investors that this is the right course for the company."
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son indicated to investors after the company's latest earnings report last month that the Wag investment was in bad shape and could follow the path of WeWork.
"Is there any other similar concern? In fact, yes, there is," Son said. "Like a dog-walking company and other portfolio companies, we may see similar problems surfacing."
Here's the full memo Wag sent to employees:
To the Wag! Community,
Today, we said goodbye to a number of our friends and colleagues as we align our organization with the needs of our business. We recognize, and regret, the impact that this will have on those whose positions have been eliminated, and are providing them support to ease their transition.
This was an extremely painful and difficult step.
But it was also an important one for our future.
As a more focused company with a solid capital base that is right-sized to the needs of our business and strategy, we have plenty of runway to execute our plans to accelerate our progress toward profitable growth. The decision to move in this direction was based on the strong conviction of our investors that this is the right course for the company. We are amicably parting ways with SoftBank and SoftBank will no longer have Board representation. We thank the Vision Fund for their support in the company to date.
Both our management and our investors see an amazing future ahead for Wag! as we refocus on delivering sustainable growth by:
· Doubling down on our pet caregivers by being the best platform for their pet care business as a way to meet and service pet parents
· Delivering a superior pet parent experience, every time, by matching pets with a consistently excellent pet caregiver and delivering the most convenient in-home pet services solution
· Simplifying pet ownership by being the fastest, easiest and most convenient solution for all of their pet needs
Each of these goals is well within our grasp.
A great team is partnering with me to lead these efforts, including:
· David Cane, currently Senior Director of Operations, will become VP of Customer Success and Trust and Safety, reporting to Dylan Alread
· Dylan Allread, currently Vice President of People, HR and Recruiting, will become Chief Operating Officer, responsible for customer experience, trust and safety, communications, and people and places
· Mazi Arjomand, Vice President of Engineering, will become Chief Technology Officer, responsible for products and technology and analytics
· Alec Davidian, Corporate Controller, will be responsible for Finance and Accounting
· Julie Xu will continue to lead our Legal Department
· Patrick McCarthy, Senior Director of Acquisition Marketing will become VP of Marketing
We have a strong foundation on which to build, with a great brand, the best-designed and most efficient app in the business, a passionate community of pet caregivers and pet families, and employees who focus on providing them the best experience, every day.
Thank you to those who are remaining with us for the next several weeks to assist us in the transition period. Your efforts to assure that our pet caregivers and pet families are well supported through this period is much appreciated.
And I'd like to thank everyone for the incredible commitment you've shown to our company through some challenging times – including today -- and having to do more with less.
I'm going to be completely honest: we have a lot of work ahead of us. But it will be gratifying and rewarding work, as we come together as a team to secure for Wag! a bright and successful future.
Thank you for your continued efforts and support.
SoftBank Vision Fund 2 has held talks to invest $150 million in home health-care start-up Honor
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Union chief calls on Theresa May to silence civil service bashers
Written by Jim Dunton on 9 May 2019 in News
FDA’s Dave Penman says public trust in Whitehall is undermined when attacks go unchallenged
Olly Robbins and Theresa May in Brussels last month Credit: PA
Relentless attacks on civil servants by Conservative MPs are a part of a “deliberate, considered and coordinated” attempt to undermine trust in the civil service that Theresa May must do more to silence, a senior union leader has warned.
FDA general secretary Dave Penman said the civil service could never be beyond legitimate criticism, but politicians and political commentators were increasingly moving beyond rational or evidenced-based criticism, while officials in prominent roles were being subjected to threats and intimidation.
Penman told the union’s annual conference today that he had written to all leaders of the UK’s main political parties calling on them to do more to end the “relentless attacks”.
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However, his letter to the prime minister indicated a very specific concerns over her role and that of her cabinet in terms of bringing elements of the Conservative Party to heel. Cabinet secretary Sir Mark Sedwill has been more vociferous in his defence of civil servants than the prime minister.
Penman told May that it was her responsibilty, and that of her cabinet to defend civil servants. “All too frequently, in the face of unprecedented attack, there has been a deafening silence,” he said.
“Left unchallenged, these attacks undermine the public’s trust in the civil service and effective government, weakening democracy and the ability of any future government to govern with the confidence of the electorate.
“There is also a dangerous potential that attacks, made more to seek headlines than further debate, are legitimised by your silence.”
He warned May the attacks on civil servants had gone beyond Brexit and were having a “toxic effect” on acceptable standards of political debate.
Penman used his speech to today’s conference to tell union members that they were witnessing “the systematic undermining” of the principles of a professional and impartial civil service.
“These are not the ill-judged remarks of a minister in the cross hairs of the media,” he said. “The attacks we are seeing now are deliberate, considered and coordinated attempts to undermine the trust in the civil service.
“It is the weapon of choice for many in the European Research Group, Leave Means Leave and assorted fellow travellers. Ideologically obsessed and willing to sacrifice public trust in government to advance their cause – to them no principle is sacrosanct, no individual civil servant is unexpendable. We have already seen individuals singled out and receive death threats.
“We even witnessed cries of 'shoot him' from the audience at the mention of the name Olly Robbins – the prime minister’s Europe adviser – during a speech by the ERG’s Mark Francois.
“Shame on Francois, shame on his enablers in the ERG and shame on all those politicians who have indulged in ‘traitor’ tropes to progress their narrow political agenda.”
Beyond the Conservatives, Penman also pointed to Labour peer Lord Andrew Adonis as having accused the civil service of “being the enablers of Brexit and establishment lackeys” who would frustrate a future Labour government.
“Left and right are coalescing around a narrative which suits their ideological objectives, but undermines the foundations of an impartial civil service,” Penman said.
“Attacking civil servants only serves to undermine democracy and trust in future governments – this is vital if we are to address the big public policy issues that face us over the next decades.”
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As an industry rots, Michael Wolff laughs his way to the bank
By Michael J. Socolow
Photo by Justin E. Ray.
A lot of journalists don’t like Michael Wolff. The Vanity Fair and Hollywood Reporter columnist currently holds the top position in all the best-seller lists for his sensational new book, Fire And Fury: Inside the Trump White House.
In reviews and essays, numerous professional journalists and critics have excoriated the book. And there’s a lot to critique. For example: Wolff’s clearly beholden to his sources—one senses a clear obsequiousness in his favoritism towards Trump Advisor Steve Bannon and aide Katie Walsh. Being the good courtesan, Wolff apparently shelved his skepticism in favor of stenography when offered juicy tidbits of unverified gossip. Conversely, those who refused him access and interviews suffer by comparison. Many of his critics correctly point out that his book is peppered with errors of fact (as well as simple copy-editing mistakes), and that his reporting, in general, tries to mask tabloid sensationalism behind a façade of professional journalistic standards.
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But all this was known about Wolff long before Fire and Fury was rushed out to exploit President Trump’s anger at its contents. One just has to read the profiles of Wolff published over the last two decades, or the snarky review of his Rupert Murdoch biography penned by David Carr in 2008, to get a sense of his reputation in the industry. Much of the opprobrium directed at Wolff is certainly earned.
But I suspect there’s another reason for the media animus directed at America’s top-selling author. Wolff has captured lightning in a bottle and is selling it fast. His publisher is shipping copies out as quickly as they can be printed. Early indications show that this newest sensation in political journalism might achieve sales numbers worthy of Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. Wolff is going to make millions, if not tens of millions, on this book, at precisely the time when ethical, professional, nuts-and-bolts political journalism is collapsing.
In other words: Part of what’s animating all the Wolff-hate is envy, and journalists should admit this. Some of this jealousy is rooted in the way journalists historically have prefered to see their work, as service to the public rather than as an opportunity for riches.
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The problem isn’t just Wolff. It’s that political journalism at every level is dying. Local newspapers are firing seasoned reporters, and the idea of dedicating a single, full-time employee to a city hall or a statehouse is now considered a luxury in many newsrooms. Journalism never paid as well as people think, and most of the journalists I know haven’t had raises in years. The entire culture of American journalism is suffering, as President Trump and his supporters attack a “media elite” that doesn’t actually exist anymore outside of a very few select people in New York City and Washington, DC. Everyone else in the business is barely scraping by.
This isn’t a new situation. Entry-level journalism jobs have always been notoriously underpaid. Every journalism memoir ever published contains (often humorous) stories about penurious wages earned in entry-level jobs.
A problem occasionally identified by media critics is that higher wages corrupts traditional journalism. “A good reporter used to make as much as a bartender or a police sergeant; he now makes as much as the average doctor or lawyer, and probably a great deal more,” H.L. Mencken complained in 1927. “His view of the world he lives in has thus changed. He is no longer a free-lance in human society, thumbing his nose at its dignitaries; he has got a secure lodgment in a definite stratum, and his wife, if he has one, maybe has social ambitions. The highest sordid aspiration that any reporter had, in my time, was to own two complete suits of clothes.”
As Jack Germond, the Baltimore Sun’s legendary political journalist, groused in 1999, the new generation of reporters “tend to drink white wine or beer rather than Irish whiskey, and they carry cell phones so they can talk to their offices more than the once or twice a day I considered adequate. They go out running early in the morning, and a lot of them eat salads from room service, believe it or not…Many of the men seem to view covering politics as just another assignment, a place to get your ticket punched on the way to becoming managing editor or something equally Rotarian.”
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That a journalist would aspire to middle (or upper) class comfort seemed, to legends like Mencken and Germond, a betrayal. Real journalists delight in chronicling the metropolitan struggle, fueled by nicotine and caffeine, as Jimmy Cannon once noted. “The job of the newspaper is to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable,” was how Chicago Evening Post columnist Finley Peter Dunne once described journalism’s primary calling. To exploit journalism ambitiously—to plan reporting so as to make millions and facilitate social climbing—would seem a betrayal of classic journalistic values.
It’s precisely that betrayal that bothers so many journalists watching Wolff laugh his way to the bank.
On August 7, 1933, in the depths of the Depression, Heywood Broun published a landmark newspaper column articulating these exact issues. America’s newspaper publishers planned to legally classify journalists as “professional men” so as to avoid having to negotiate collectively with them (in accordance with the New Deal’s National Recovery Act). Broun knew this was just an attempt to pay reporters less than the unionized workers at the newspapers (such as printers or truck drivers), so he wrote an article calling for the establishment of new Newspaper Guild. It worked, and that same union exists today. In fact, in light of all the exploitation and salary issues existing in digital media, numerous new media startups have become unionized in the last few years. Even the Los Angeles Times, which has battled unions for over a century, is currently in the midst of a unionization drive. Just as occurred during the Depression, journalists are finally recognizing the reality of their exploitation. They are acting on the knowledge that their collective labor enriches others while their individual paychecks show little reflection of the actual value they produce for shareholders and owners.
These unionization drives illustrate the exploitative market for journalistic labor in today’s media universe. Media “content” is now regularly confused for professional journalism, and in the world of fake news and “alternative facts,” information and misinformation have become interchangeable industrial products. No wonder so many journalists are infuriated by watching Michael Wolff earning millions by producing much the same content that’s impoverishing their industry.
It appears that he’s spreading the disease while they’re looking for the cure.
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Michael J. Socolow , author of Six Minutes in Berlin, teaches journalism at the University of Maine. He is currently a Fulbright Scholar at the News & Media Research Centre at the University of Canberra in Australia.
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School of the Art Institute of Chicago Chicago, IL
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
3.7949, Four 3.8 Average Rating
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Campus Setting: Great Lakes Large City
Highest Degree Offered: Master's degree
Level of Institution: Four or more years
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Reviews in 3 Sentences
Maria from Irmo, SC
saic provides a challenging and creative environment to sharpen your artistic skills. the staff is well equipped with experience and knowledge to give practical and helpful direction. the school is…
Sarah from MA
Interdisciplinary, major-less environment. Tons of opportunities. Very conceptual and design-y.…
It has a strong program but students who aren't self motivated can get lost easily. Sometimes I think it is the kind of program that is best for students who…
Katherine from Clinton, MO
This is an interdisciplinary school and they will make sure you know it. The first year program focuses almost exclusively on the interdisciplinary aspect of the bachelor of fine…
J from Chicago, IL
This is a great school where you don't have to move in a straight line through a single department toward a degree: you can jump to different cars on the…
To establish and conduct comprehensive programs of education including preparation of visual artists, teachers of art, and designers; to provide education services in written, spoken, and media formats. (Excerpted from the Art Institute of Chicago's Corporate Charter.)
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Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
Kristine from Salida, CA
I am a past student here
I'm from a strong liberal arts background, so at times the art school attitude (yes, be ready for some artsy pretension, folks) was a bit jarring for me.. But in general, SAIC offered me an environment and art community like no other, and my practice grew in leaps and bounds.
Natasha from Greendale, WI
I am a current student here
The school is really fantastic with great choices for classes. Teachers such as Richard Deutsch have really encouraged me and supported me when I am very critical of myself. However, there are many students and teachers who aren't very encouraging or supportive, which makes it difficult. Also, there are so many projects to do constantly and no spring break, etc so it is really difficult to get through a semester. Chicago is a great city, so the school is in a great location. The school has a really great interdisciplinary program, which is fantastic if you want to work in a variety of media.
Dana from Evansville, IN
I've never loved school more than here. Yeah I've had a bad teacher or two, which made me loathe going to that class. But it doesn't mean the school sucks or I regret taking that class. I love my school.
Brianna from Chicago, IL
I honestly love it here. At first the artistic community was a little intimidating, but if you're a creative intuitive person you will have no trouble fitting in. Every class is a new opportunity for artistic expression. SAIC's campus is downtown Chicago, but our city playground is the West Loop, the Northside, Logan Square, and all of Chicago is available at our fingertips. Around every corner there are new adventures to explore. The school is definitely an interesting and unique college experience.
Glen from Chicago, IL
The main flaw with the School is that it is located downtown in a high rent district, so it has no extra space. It has no student center or hang-out space other than a small cafeteria. Its studio space is taken up by classes from 9am to 9pm, so there is little opportunity to just work alongside fellow students during these hours without being enrolled in a class, unless you are accepted into the Advanced _ class in a particular discipline, in which case you get a small personal space among others like you. It is easy to be lonely at SAIC. I would recommend living in the dorms for at least a year to help you make friends, although this did me little good as a somewhat reclusive and older student. There are few social glue personalities at SAIC, and they are often obnoxious. If you are a social misfit when you enter SAIC, you will most likely be a social misfit when you come out. That said, most people seem to find enough friends to make the experience tolerable, at least after the (usually painful) freshman year.
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Sarah Millican: Chatterbox Live
Channel 4 stand-up. 1 episode in 2012. Stars Sarah Millican.
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TV edit of Sarah Millican's top-selling stand-up show, Chatterbox
Chatterbox Live invites viewers to enter the wonderful world of Sarah Millican.
Recorded at the Bloomsbury Theatre, London in 2011 - the year in which she was crowned Queen of Comedy at the British Comedy Awards - Millican discusses, in her trademark warm and convivial style, how living alone drives your parents to put you on suicide watch and how a bath-time cup of tea is the epitome of luxury.
The comedian also offers advice for life including a non-fattening form of stress relief, the alternative to marriage, and the acceptable face of adultery.
Cut to just an hour, the full show as released on DVD runs for 100 minutes.
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Iveco Daily Blue Power test drive concludes 'sound alternative' to diesel
16/08/2018:in Electric and alternative fuel vans
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"It has a range of around 80 miles, although additional batteries can be specified – at the expense of payload – increasing the range to 125 miles."
Latest Daily trio aim to put operators in the good books of clean air authorities .By Matt de Prez
Iveco’s new trio of Blue Power Daily models are aimed at tackling the latest demands from legislators to lower tailpipe emissions.
The range includes diesel-, gas- and electric-powered versions of the existing Daily.
The Daily RDE-ready uses a revised version of the existing 2.3-litre diesel engine. In real world testing it meets the 2020 RDE-2 emissions regulations.
The result is achieved by fitting an AdBlue system in conjunction with Iveco’s Euro 6 SCR technology.
Operators should expect a fuel saving of 7% compared with the standard diesel model, although it is expected to cost £800-£1,000 more.
The 3.5-tonne van comes with payloads ranging from 1,099kg to 1,356kg – around 40kg less than non RDE-ready diesel versions.
For operators working in an urban environment, the Daily Natural Power (NP) Hi-Matic combines a natural gas engine with an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
When running on compressed natural gas (CNG), the Daily NP emits 251g/km of CO2 (NEDC).
Iveco says it actually emits 5% less CO2 than a regular diesel in real-world conditions and this will be reflected in upcoming WLTP testing, which comes into effect next September.
During independent testing by LowCVP, a Daily NP emitted less than 200g/km during real-world motorway testing.
Using bio-gas can further reduce emissions, by up to 95%.
Combined with the automatic gearbox, driver fatigue should be reduced. The driving experience is similar to the diesel. It is also quieter, so better suited to night-time deliveries.
The 3.5-tonne versions offer payloads spanning 795 -1,062kg. Gas tanks fitted to the chassis provide storage for 190-250 litres of gas, which give a range of more than 250 miles.
The Daily Electric offers a zero-emission solution for inner-city use. It has a range of around 80 miles, although additional batteries can be specified – at the expense of payload – increasing the range to 125 miles.
Up to 1,300kg can be carried in 3.5-tonne versions, although Iveco says a 4.25-tonne version is available with a greater payload to suit licencing changes, which allow drivers with a car licence to drive electric vehicles with a gross weight of 4.25 tonnes instead of 3.5 tonnes.
Iveco doesn’t have an official price list as its dealers negotiate with individual buyers on a case-by-case basis, but a two battery model costs around £84,000. A 20% Government grant reduces this to £64,000.
The manufacturer claims that an electric model operated in London becomes cost-neutral against a diesel within six years due to savings in congestion charge and fuel.
All Daily models benefit from a robust and logical interior layout, which clearly draws from Iveco’s truck experience.
The body-on-chassis construction means the Daily is easy to convert and more capable at dealing with heavier loads that its competitors.
As a truck manufacturer, Iveco offers the same high-level aftersales support and 24-hour dealership service to its van customers as it does to truck ones.
Of the three variants the diesel still demonstrates the best all-round package.
RDE-ready models will suit fleets with longer lifecycles that are concerned about future emissions restrictions. They also offer the best driving experience with strong torque and refinement.
While the gas-powered Daily is a sound alternative to diesel in terms of usability, the fuelling infrastructure restricts it to shorter routes or smaller areas.
Our test of the Daily Electric took it out of its comfort zone and onto country lanes where it struggled with hills and provided disappointing performance.
However, in a city these issues would be less relevant – especially for multi-drop deliveries.
CO2 emissions and fuel consumption data correct at time of writing. The latest figures are available in the Fleet News fuel cost calculator and the company car tax calculator.
Author: Matt de PrezMatt de Prez
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Matt has been an automotive journalist for three years. As senior staff writer he is responsible for the automotive content on Fleet News and also contributes to Automotive Management. Prior to this, Matt worked in the automotive industry for 10 years.
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The 15 Most Obnoxious Movie Animals
ByMatt Barone
Matt Barone is a staff writer at Complex who specializes in covering movies and TV.
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Someday, the animal kingdom is going to revolt and beat every human in sight over the head with DVD cases. Honestly, we’re surprised it hasn’t happened already. For decades, filmmakers have made it common practice to turn the world’s innocent creatures, both big and small, into unbearable and degrading centerpieces for kid’s cinema.
This Friday, bunny rabbits across the land will hold their collective breath in anticipation of Hop’s critical reception. Just in time for the pre-Easter rush, Hop follows the shenanigans of E.B., a teenage bunny that dreams of becoming a rock star but is in line to take over the Easter Bunny mantle. As much as we like Russell Brand, who voices the rambunctious hare, we’re not ready to consult Fandango just yet. Call us unfair skeptics, but a movie about a talkative bunny with Brand’s diction and an inclination to bash his drumsticks on any hard surface sounds more like a prison sentence than a fun night out.
Even if we’re proven wrong and Hop is in the same league of badass movie animals as Rango, it won’t make us forget about past films that gave us similar feelings of apprehension only to fulfill the negativity tenfold. For E.B.’s sake, hopefully the bunny doesn’t piss us off as much as the inclusions on the following list of the 15 Most Obnoxious Movie Animals. Don’t let your pets read this, though; this could trigger a revolt sooner than we’d ever imagined.
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By Dan Coulter
Who do you listen to?
We generally listen to people we respect. Which makes it kind of ironic that we don't always listen to ourselves.
A while back, my wife pointed out an article about listening written last by elementary school teacher Andy Dousis, who noticed his fourth grade students excluding a classmate from their activities. This classmate had trouble making conversation, so he sometimes pushed or grabbed others. He had other challenges, too, and often sobbed in frustration.
While the other students were initially patient with this child, they became less and less tolerant as the year progressed.
In looking at his own behavior, this teacher realized that the good example he’d set at the beginning of the school year had slipped away from him. In September, he had put considerable effort into integrating this “difficult” classmate into the class, and his students had responded. But as the year wore on and he’d gotten busier, he'd become impatient and spoken sharply to correct the child’s inappropriate behaviors. The students were simply picking up their cues from their teacher. A good person and a good teacher, all it took to start fixing his approach was to listen to himself and realize what he was doing. Things got better for the lonely student and everyone in the class benefited.
This story brought to mind a conversation I had with a mother of a grown son with Asperger Syndrome at a conference in Philadelphia where my wife and I spoke. The mother explained how no one had known about Asperger Syndrome when her son was younger. She now looked back sadly at the way she had initially reacted to her son’s difficult behaviors without meaning to. One day her four year old daughter, after continually hearing Mom speak sharply to her older brother, looked up at her mother and said, “If you'll be nice to Jim, I'll be nice to you.”
In that moment, her world changed. Even before a diagnosis helped her better understand her son’s condition, her daughter helped her listen to herself, and be more of the mother her son needed.
This mother wasn’t alone. When my kids were little, my wife pointed out to me that I spoke to our son with Asperger Syndrome in a very different, and less patient, tone than I used with our daughter. I confirmed this listening to myself on some home movies. It’s easy to respond with the first thing that comes to mind to fix an immediate problem, but in a way you might regret later. I learned to change my responses.
This also was when I learned to patiently explain to my son how I expected him to act before he went into a situation, and even practice beforehand. The change wasn’t instantaneous, but he did start doing much better. In fact, he’d often work hard to follow our instructions, then look up at us with an excited face and say, “I did it right, didn’t I?”
This can be such a basic fix. Just listening to ourselves and making any changes necessary to say what we really want to say.
One of the best feelings in the world has got to be listening to yourself talk to a child, and liking what you hear.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Dan Coulter is the producer of the videos, “Understanding Brothers and Sisters with Asperger Syndrome” and “Understanding Brothers and Sisters on the Autism Spectrum.” You can read more articles on his website: coultervideo.com
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Open Source Kafka Connect Adds More than a Dozen Connectors
Confluent Adds Certified Connectors, Partners to Kafka Ecosystem
PALO ALTO, Calif.—April 22, 2016—Confluent, founded by the creators of Apache™ Kafka®, today announced growing support within the Kafka and Confluent Partner ecosystem to build and deploy new, Confluent-certified connectors through Kafka Connect. Since Kafka Connect was released in February, Confluent, Kafka core committers, the open source community and ecosystem partners have developed more than a dozen connectors including HDFS, JDBC, Cassandra and S3, with more in development from leading technology companies. Now, Kafka developers can quickly and easily connect various data sources into their stream data platforms.
Kafka Connect is an open source framework for developing the producer (source) and consumer (sink) applications that link external data stores to the Kafka cluster. It simplifies and standardizes connectors at the API level, delivering a Confluent-certified code base that supports the complete Kafka streaming functionality while enabling customizations for expressing the unique features of any data source. Connector developers leveraging the Kafka Connect framework have been able to deliver the same functionality as their earlier offerings with thousands fewer lines of code. First-time developers are able to build Kafka applications that integrate data sources supporting Kafka Connect connectors in a fraction of the time that would previously have been required.
Developers and users looking to integrate streaming data into their business functions should visit the repository of currently available connectors. These offerings illustrate the key advantages of the Kafka Connect framework, including pre-defined delivery semantics, fault tolerance (for both producers and consumers), schema management for the topic streams, and superior deployment/monitoring capabilities.
“Since releasing the Kafka Connect framework just a few months ago, we’ve been actively working with dozens of partners to build the connectors that will help Kafka users get the most from their data systems,” said Jabari Norton, vice president of business development at Confluent. “Kafka adoption is skyrocketing, and Kafka Connect is helping users uncover business insights hidden in their data.”
The Bay Area Apache Kafka community will hold its first Stream Data Hackathon on Monday, April 25, the evening before Kafka Summit, in San Francisco. The event, which is at capacity, will aim to further boost the growing ecosystem of Kafka connectors.
For more information, please visit https://kafka-summit.org/hackathon/.
About Apache Kafka
Apache Kafka is an open source technology that acts as a real-time, fault tolerant, highly scalable messaging system. It is widely adopted for use cases ranging from collecting user activity data, logs, application metrics, stock ticker data and device instrumentation. Its key strength is its ability to make high volume data available as a real-time stream for consumption in systems with very different requirements—from batch systems like Hadoop, to real-time systems that require low-latency access, to stream processing engines that transform the data streams as they arrive. This infrastructure lets you build around a single central nervous system transmitting messages to all the different systems and applications within a company.
About Confluent
Confluent, founded by the creators of Apache™ Kafka®, enables organizations to harness business value from stream data. The Confluent Platform manages the barrage of stream data and makes it available throughout an organization. It provides various industries, from retail, logistics and manufacturing, to financial services and online social networking, a scalable, unified, real-time data pipeline that enables applications ranging from large volume data integration to big data analysis with Hadoop to real-time stream processing. Backed by Benchmark, Data Collective, Index Ventures and LinkedIn, Confluent is based in Palo Alto. To learn more, please visitwww.confluent.io. Download Apache Kafka and Confluent Platform at www.confluent.io/download.
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Make way for the Next Generation
In the Research and Development trainee pool for Continental's Tire Division, new university graduates learn the ropes. But the rest is up to them – in keeping with the company values "Trust" and "Freedom To Act."
When Vig arrived in Hanover, he didn't speak a word of German. Born in India, he had applied for a traineeship at Continental in the US. The application said "fluent English is sufficient." Now Vig, full name Vigneshwar Kalyanasundaram, is one of the successful graduates of the "Explore R&D" trainee pool organized by Tires Research & Development twice a year. A dozen graduates – engineers and natural scientists – take part in each round, from students who have just finished their bachelors to those who have completed doctorates. In the first six months, they tackle technical tasks, make contacts, develop their networks, and learn the fundamentals about tires. What makes this special is that the young talents organize the program themselves from day one.
"There's a huge amount of creative freedom," says Vig.
"And it's up to the trainees to make the most of it."
Ann-Kristin Schneider from the HR department, who oversees the trainee program as a coach, explains the benefits of this: "Research and development employees at Continental mostly work on projects, from specifying goals through achieving various milestones all the way to approval." The new talents need to get acquainted with Continental's project management system and method of working in the development center from the very beginning. But this involves a lot more than mastering technology and methodology: teamwork is the name of the game. And this only works if there is respect for the individual – and freedom for each person to make their own decisions. This is why "Trust" and "Freedom To Act" are two of Continental's core company values.
Independent, but not alone
When Silke Glasewald is asked about her time as a trainee, she happily reminisces. "We got to work on real projects and they expected tangible results, which really fired up our imagination." We worked independently, but we did not feel neglected or left alone. Trainees form a project group that reports directly to the head of Research & Development. The only specifications are objective, timing, and resources. How trainees reach this objective is up to them. "One group paid really close attention to environmental considerations, from their paper consumption through to solar cells on the roof," says HR representative Ann-Kristin Schneider .
Leading and motivating a team without any disciplinary superiors – definitely not an easy task for young people straight out of university. But that's exactly what will characterize their professional day-to-day lives when in six months time they land the right job.
A soft spot for multiculturalism
Something that makes teamwork more colorful, but also a bit more challenging: People from 56 different countries work in the Research and Development department of Continental's Tire division. There are many different cultures all put together, and a certain amount of tact is necessary to navigate the differences successfully. "I love the international atmosphere," says Silke Glasewald. "We can learn so much from each other – it's really inspiring!" The proportion of female trainees is around 40 %. Everyone speaks English. "We give trainees the opportunity to attend German classes, mainly to make it easier for them to integrate into the social life in Hanover," says Ann-Kristin Schneider .
After six months in the pool, the focus moves on to production and the trainees develop their own tires. "This is a crucial part of the program," says former trainee Nicolai Setzer, a member of the Executive Board at Continental. "You gain a lot of practical experience, as well as a feel for the rubber and an insight into what it's like to be a machine operator." It also provides trainees an additional one and a half years to get to know the company from varying perspectives. They work for three months on projects in one of Continental's international plants and shadow colleagues in Marketing and Sales for three weeks. This way, trainees not only learn how tires are manufactured, but also how they get to the customer. Finally, ideas are converted into new products in the Explore Tires Research and Development program at Continental. Take for instance the high-tech tires for commercial vehicles designed to withstand heavy loads. Theoretical studies will only take you so far – you need a passion for technology and development to make these products a reality.
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Recently, Dawn Cook and Leslie Watson of Dawn Cook Consulting LLC have both successfully completed a rigorous process to earn certification as Durable Medical Equipment Specialists (CDME) from the Board for Certification/Accreditation (BOC).
CDME certification is awarded when an individual successfully completes required training and practical experience under supervision, passes a comprehensive examination, and meets nationally-accepted standards of practice. CDMEs demonstrate broad knowledge of the DME industry, helping with basic repairs, troubleshooting, and home inspections for DME products like oxygen, transfer systems, enteral supplies, and wound care.
“We’re honored and proud to have earned our CDME certifications,” says Cook. “We have gained education in something that will benefit our clients, as well as our clients’ clients in the long run. It’s always reassuring to learn such valuable information and to be able to apply that in medical-legal work, especially in life care planning.”
Dawn Cook, an experienced RN for over 30 years, now focuses her work as an Expert Nurse Life Care Planner and Medical Billing Specialist for clients nationwide. She started her life care planning company in 2011 and continues to grow her business based out of Las Vegas, Nevada. Leslie Watson, based out of Orlando, Florida, has been a key contributor to Dawn’s business from the beginning as the Lead Medical Cost Researcher. Leslie holds a Master’s degree and certification in Rehabilitation Counseling, and has been in the medical-legal field for nearly 35 years.
“The goal of the CDME is to acknowledge trained professionals in the industry,” notes Claudia Zacharias, President & CEO of BOC, located in Owings Mills, Maryland. “With the American population spanning five generations, we are seeing people in every age group experience an increased need for DME products and quality care. It is a genuine pleasure to welcome Dawn and Leslie as BOC CDMEs.”
About BOC:
The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) has provided credentials demonstrating the competence and proficiency of Orthotics & Prosthetics (O&P) and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) professionals for over 30 years. BOC offers National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)-accredited certification programs in five O&P disciplines: orthotics, prosthetics, pedorthics, orthotic fitting, and mastectomy fitting. BOC also offers the Certified DME Specialist™ (CDME™) certification for DME staff. BOC partners with O&P and DME facilities, including pharmacies, that provide Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS), by offering accreditation that evidences compliance with standards set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Drug Enforcement Agency, the Food and Drug Administration, and various state boards. Learn more at www.bocusa.org.
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This weekend in Oakland: Urban Shield – the latest in security theater
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Descending on Oakland, California, tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 25th, 2013, and in town through the weekend, are thousands of people who subsist on theft under the guise of protection. Their goal? To test out new hardware, train for the bogeyman of terrorism, and perpetuate the fear-paradigm upon which their relevancy is directly tied. The event is called Urban Shield, and not all aware of the training and trade show believe it a good thing, as its organizers contest.
I learned of Urban Shield last week when in Oakland – the fourth stop on the Police Accountability Tour.
Funded by a Department of Homeland Security grant, which notes as its purpose to “purchase surveillance equipment, weapons, and advanced training for law enforcement personnel in order to heighten security,” present at the event will be individuals who work at a few dozen federal outfits such as FBI, DEA, and ATF, over 100 police, fire and sheriff outfits, and an even longer list of so called “Public/Private Partners”.
In a scene reminiscent of lobbyists in DC wining and dining political actors in the hope of landing a big contract on the dime of others, one of the “partners” of this Urban Shield – M11 Tactical, which profits by selling police outfits attire and accessories, is footing the lunch bill for attendees. How gracious.
The event is hosted by those at the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office
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From the Urban Shield site:
Over 4,500 persons were involved in the event as participants, role players, volunteers, and observers. Early interest in the 2013 Urban Shield exercise indicates that the there will be more agencies participating this year. . . Throughout the duration of the full scale training exercise participating teams are provided with state of the art technology, tactically inserted into the scenarios, allowing teams to evaluate the products effectiveness and provide the vendors with essential critical feedback on their products
It’s unsurprising that many in Oakland don’t welcome the weekend foray. From the write-up Oakland Council Gets Earful Over ‘Urban Shield’ War Games by Darwin BondGraham and Ali Winston:
a group of activists from across Alameda County are raising cane about Oakland playing host to what they characterize as “war games.” At the council’s Tuesday’s Public Safety Committee meeting in City Hall, community members surprised councilmembers during an otherwise routine approval of $200,000 in reimbursement to the fire department for its participation in the exercise. Opponents called Urban Shield a “militarized” training for police. . .
Andrea Pritchett, a founding member of Berkeley Copwatch, commented on Urban Shield’s melding of anti-terrorism and active shooter training with fire and rescue operations. “There’s a conflation between disaster preparedness and military war game scenarios,” Pritchett said.
From Police ready for protests as Urban Shield event starts on Occupy Oakland’s second anniversary, coverage by Matthew Artz:
While Urban Shield 2013 is designed to prepare first responders to better handle terrorist attacks and natural disasters, critics say it’s accelerating the militarization of local police departments — a trend they think helps explain the violent police response to the Occupy protests two years ago.
From the Urban Shield entry at Oakland Wiki:
In recent years, security forces from Israel and the Kingdom of Jordan have participated in Urban Shield. The competition consists of live-action scenarios such as hostage-holding terrorists, active gunmen, bomb threats, chemical weapons attacks, and catastrophic fires.
Is this sort of inter-departmental, top-down training necessary? Is the equipping of police outfits with paramilitary gear and hardware and mindsets really conducive to a free society? Are the threats cited as justification for the event and the move of police closer to soldiers legitimate?
And why is Oakland – a place where the police have been so consistently heavy-handed that it’s under the oversight of a federal judge – the place where it’s thought good to host such a conference? It’s like rewarding a bully with an ice cream – there’s no deterrent to stop the aggressive behavior and in fact events like this only reinforce the divide many who wear badges believe exists between themselves and “citizens” they claim to protect (though actions repeatedly show they’re trained to put themselves first, to shoot and ask questions later, to be sure to ‘get home to the fam’ rather than diffuse a situation).
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Pete Eyre is co-founder of CopBlock.org. As an advocate of peaceful, consensual interactions, he seeks to inject a message of complete liberty and self-government into the conversation of police accountability. Eyre went to undergrad and grad school for law enforcement, then spent time in DC as an intern at the Cato Institute, a Koch Fellow at the Drug Policy Alliance, Directer of Campus Outreach at the Institute for Humane Studies, Crasher-in-Chief at Bureaucrash, and as a contractor for the Future of Freedom Foundation. In 2009 he left the belly of the beast and hit the road with Motorhome Diaries and later co-founded Liberty On Tour. He spent time in New Hampshire home, and was involved with Free Keene, the Free State Project and The Daily Decrypt.
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Lymington-based Giftpro has been bought by ClearCourse Group
AN AWARD-winning firm that helps hospitality businesses sell their experiences as gifts online has been bought by a technology group.
Giftpro – which works with brands such as the Ivy Collection, the Pig and Harbour Hotels – has been acquired by London-based ClearCourse Partnership LLP for an undisclosed sum.
Lymington-based Giftpro recently won the ExxonMobil Award for Innovation title at the New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards.
Founded in 2014, it offers a software platform that allows hotels, restaurants, spas and other venues to sell and manage gift vouchers and tickets.
The customisable platform offers an end-to-end service, creating an online store and providing merchandising, promotional tools, payment processing and fulfilment capabilities. Its clients also include Jason Atherton and Searcys.
Giftpro’s team, including its management, will continue running the business.
Gerry Gualtieri, chief executive of ClearCourse, said: “Giftpro is a creative and fast-growing business with a strong focus on providing excellent customer service. There is a great opportunity for Giftpro to synergise with our group companies that have direct consumer offerings, allowing them to provide a more integrated and holistic offering to customers than they are able to do on their own.
“We look forward to working closely with the Giftpro team as they continue to develop and grow their business.”
Will Howard, managing director of Giftpro, said: “Giftpro was established in a bid to re-invent e-commerce for the hospitality industry and to build sustainable products that are human centred and results driven.
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Indian Canyon, Hwy. 74, Hwy. 62 reopen: Snow in mountains confound motorists, but crews dig out motorists
The snow was part of a storm that hit the Coachella Valley a week after the region was pounded by an even heavier rain system.
Indian Canyon, Hwy. 74, Hwy. 62 reopen: Snow in mountains confound motorists, but crews dig out motorists The snow was part of a storm that hit the Coachella Valley a week after the region was pounded by an even heavier rain system. Check out this story on desertsun.com: https://www.desertsun.com/story/weather/2019/02/20/no-floods-road-closures-rain-but-friday-look-snow/2931302002/
Colin Atagi, Palm Springs Desert Sun Published 3:28 p.m. PT Feb. 20, 2019 | Updated 5:04 p.m. PT Feb. 21, 2019
Snow accumulation forced the closure of Highway 74 between Palm Desert's southern boundary and Highway 371 near Anza for much of Thursday.
The road was only accessible to people from the Pinyon Pines area who showed proof of residence until about 1 p.m., when it was open to everyone as long as they had the proper tire equipment.
Highway 74 was not the only road to reopen on Thursday. Highway 62 connecting the Palm Springs area with the high desert, reopened after being closed earlier due to snow accumulations. And North Indian Canyon Drive between Interstate 10 and Tramview Road was reopened Thursday afternoon.
But on Highway 74 earlier in the day, Palm Springs resident John Mitchell, who was trying to get to Pine Cove, where his 77-year-old mother was snowed in, did not meet those rules. He pulled up to the roadblock just after 8:30 a.m. in a Toyota Tacoma pickup and was prepared to wait as long as necessary to bring his mom to lower ground.
"My goal is to get up there and get her out," said Mitchell, 47.
Highway 74 near Sugarloaf Cafe is pictured with snow on the ground. Parts of the highway closed Feb. 21, 2019, due to snow and adverse conditions. Officials allowed residents with tire chains to use the road, however. (Photo: Colin Atagi/The Desert Sun)
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Highway 74 was covered by thin layers of snow just south of Vista Point, but it grew deeper as the elevation increased.
Patches of ice were visible on even the least-hit areas of the road and motorists were required to have chains or snow tires to traverse the highest spots of Highway 74.
The road is one of the few ways to and from mountain communities after last week's powerful rainstorm destroyed portions of Highway 243, which is expected to remain closed for at least two months. Highway 74's closure only made things worse.
"I was like, 'C'mon, really?'" Mitchell said. "They're trapped up there."
The California Highway Patrol reported about 20 cars were stuck in snow near Lake Hemet as early as 6 p.m. Wednesday and nearly a dozen of them remained as of 9 a.m. Thursday. CHP officers said tow trucks were called in to remove the vehicles, but became stuck as well.
Highway 74 was mostly empty Thursday, save for the occasional vehicle moving north toward Palm Desert while still covered in snow.
Indian Canyon Drive. which had been closed for a week, reopened Thursday afternoon between Interstate 10 and Tramview Road in Palm Springs. (Photo: Colin Atagi/The Desert Sun)
The Sugarloaf Cafe on Highway 74 in Mountain Center was void of customers and Illiana Rose, whose family owns the restaurant, said even employees couldn't get to work because of the snow. Nonetheless, the restaurant remained open in case anyone needed a warm meal close to home.
"We want to be a service to the community," Rose said.
Pinyon Pines resident Albert Ariza said the snowstorm "was wild."
He drove up Highway 74 about 5 p.m. Wednesday without any problem and later went outside at 1 a.m.
"The moon and stars were out, but it was still snowing. We got the best of both worlds," he said while parked at Vista Point, where snow was visible several miles away on the San Bernardino Mountains as another major road closure kicked in.
About 5 a.m. Thursday, Caltrans said a portion of Highway 62 in Morongo Valley was closed because of snow and ice.
The closure, which was between Bella Vista Drive and the Yucca Valley town limits, was lifted by noon. Caltrans crews cleared Highway 62 and Highway 247, but travelers should proceed with caution on side streets that may still be covered in snow, CHP Officer Jason Kobaly said.
POW DAY IN JT!!!! HEADED TO SAND DUNES AFTER BREAKFAST!!!! SNOW REPORT FROM SETHSPOOL 4” FRESH WITH A WET SAND BASE!!!!
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Power outages had been reported in Morongo Valley, particularly affecting customers along Apache Trail, according to Southern California Edison. Power was restored shortly after 9 a.m. to the estimated 1,000 customers affected.
The snow is part of a storm that is hitting the Coachella Valley one week after the region was pounded by an even heavier system.
Anywhere from a tenth-inch to a quarter-inch of rain may fall across the desert between Wednesday and Thursday nights, according to the National Weather Service.
Highway 74 near Sugarloaf Cafe is dotted with snow. Parts of the highway closed Feb. 21, 2019, due to snow and adverse conditions. Officials allowed residents with tire chains to use the road, however. (Photo: Colin Atagi/The Desert Sun)
Forecasters said the rainfall wasn't expected to be comparable to the Feb. 14 deluge, when Palm Springs received 3.71 inches in 24 hours, shutting down numerous roads and attractions across the region.
"I don't think it'll have a major impact," said Samantha Connolly, a weather service meteorologist.
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A rare snow covers the desert landscape in Morongo Valley, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
Mt. San Jacinto in Palm Springs with snow, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
A rabbit crosses a road near Big Morongo Canyon Road during a rare snow in Morongo Valley, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
Snow was visible in Morongo Valley and the surrounding mountains, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon, The Desert Sun-USA TODAY NETWORK
Snow melts off of cacti in Morongo Valley, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
Morongo Valley had a slight dusting of snow, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
Snow was visible in Morongo Valley and the surrounding mountains, February 21, 2019. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Robert Dougherty
Christin Robles, Zackary Walters and Maverick Walters in Yucca Valley. Courtesy of Cheryl Robles
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Emily Hunter
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Susan Burnett
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Janelle Pietrzak
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Thao Nguyen/Shop on the Mesa
Snow falls in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Cole Frank
The coffee house in Flamingo Heights (Yucca Valley) on February 21, 2019. Courtesy Giant Rock Meeting Room & Coffee House
In this photo, Highway 74 near Sugarloaf Cafe is seen. Parts of the highway closed February 21, 2019 due to snow and adverse conditions. Officials allowed residents with tire chains to use the road, however. Colin Atagi/The Desert Sun
Snow falls in Morongo Valley Feb. 21, 2019. The snow closed Highway 62 that morning preventing people from getting in and out of the town. More weather coverage>> Kristin Scharkey/The Desert Sun
Snow falls in Morongo Valley Feb. 21, 2019. The snow closed Highway 62 that morning preventing people from getting in and out of the town. Kristin Scharkey/The Desert Sun
High temperatures through Thursday should be about 55 degrees and low temperatures may be about 41 degrees. By February 27, temperatures may reach 78 degrees.
This week's storm, as small as it may be, is adding to an already above-average rain season for Palm Springs.
According to the National Weather Service, 5.7 inches of rain have been recorded since Jan. 1 at the Palm Springs International Airport. Average rainfall between Jan. 1 and Feb. 20 is 1.65 inches.
Forecasters typically identify their rain calendar as Oct. 1 through Sept. 30. During the current calendar, Palm Springs has received 7.21 inches of rain — more than double the average of 3.5 inches through Feb. 20.
Desert Sun reporter Colin Atagi covers crime, public safety and road and highway safety. He can be reached at Colin.Atagi@desertsun.com or follow him at @tdscolinatagi.
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Family and Friends’ logo for Peter Popple’s Popcorn takes its cue from the alliteration
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Margie Lee Beavers
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Margie Lee Beavers, 74, of Ellijay, died March 4, 2017.
She was a loving mama and nana, who took anyone in to her home and took care of them.
Margie will be missed by those she loved.
She was the daughter of the late Earnest and Leonia Rider Reece.
Her husband, Allen Beavers; and son, Robert Reece, also preceded her in death.
Survivors include her son, Tony Grindle of Ellijay; daughter and fiancé, Brenda Lester and Richard Johnson of Ellijay; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Bobby Grant of Dawsonville; daughters, Becky Hardin of Ellijay, Joann Milum of Dahlonega; brother, Harold Reece of Dawsonville; sisters, Tamer Turner, Louise Smith, Vundell Rice, all of Dawsonville; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; various other relatives also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. March 8 at Mill Creek Baptist Church with the Revs. Joseph Simmons and Tim Pruitt officiating.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Banister Funeral Home
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
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THE MOST REVERED VOICES IN COMICS GATHER UNDER THE DC BANNER AT NEW YORK COMIC CON 2018
THE MOST REVERED VOICES IN COMICS GATHER UNDER THE DC...
By Official Press Release Thursday, September 20th, 2018
Star-Studded Spotlight Panels for Geoff Johns, Brian Michael Bendis and Tom King Will Dive into Highly Anticipated New Titles
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DC’s Booth to Host Signing Events With Biggest Names In Comics,
Casts of Titans, Gotham, Batman: The Animated Series, and More!
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BURBANK, Calif. (September 20, 2018) – Marked by star-studded panels, talent signings and must-see discussions celebrating its unrivaled portfolio of characters, DC returns to New York Comic Con (NYCC) with can’t-miss experiences. Every day of NYCC, taking place Oct. 4-7 at the Jacob Javits Center, DC’s spectacular booth (#SC01) will hold meet-and-greets with the biggest names in comics, showcase costumes and props from the highly anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures film Aquaman and serve as the hub for fans to experience the latest from DC’s new digital subscription service DC UNIVERSE.
Following the red carpet premiere of DC Universe and Warner Bros Television original live action series Titans that kicks off NYCC on Wednesday night, the cast will take the DC booth by storm with a can’t-miss Titans signing* on Friday at 1:15pm featuring stars
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The DC booth will host a robust schedule of signings* with the biggest names from the world of DC including:
Friday, 3:15-4:00pm – Producers and voice talent from the upcoming Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Blu-ray release Batman: The Animated Series, including Kevin Conroy, Loren Lester, Diane Pershing and producers Bruce Timm and Eric Radomsko
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Sunday, 1:15-2:00pm – The cast of Warner Bros. Television’s Gotham, including Robin Lord Taylor, Cory Michael Smith, David Mazouz, Sean Pertwee,
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In addition to its schedule of all-star talent signings, DC’s enormous booth will also include the kind of displays and showcases that will have selfie fans snapping away, including the Aquaman, Mera and Black Manta costumes from the highly anticipated Warner Bros Pictures film, as well as a life size LEGO statue of the King of Atlantis, plus a display of more than 50 assorted DC figures from Mattel. The booth will also feature several kiosks for fans to indulge their “inner bad guy” with playable demos of the upcoming WBIE LEGO DC Super-Villains video game.
DC is set to unleash a schedule of panels at NYCC loaded with celebrated industry leaders and game-changing new voices:
Publishers Jim Lee and Dan DiDio will take the stage to kick off DC’s programming at NYCC with their DC’s Meet the Publishers panel. Featuring breaking news and surprise guests, this panel will offer fans a peek behind the vast array of imprints, most talked-about titles and superstar talent. Thursday 1:45 pm, Room 1A24
Certain to generate headlines, the DC Spotlight on Geoff Johns panel will feature the bestselling writer as he gives fans the inside scoop on some of the biggest ongoing and forthcoming DC projects in comics, television and film. Friday 1:30 pm, Room 1A06
Hot on the heels of the red carpet premiere of the DC Universe original series Titans, the DC Universe Digital Service panel will dive into the newly launched, first-of-its-kind subscription service. Join DC Publisher and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee, superstar writer and producer Geoff Johns, and an array of guests that will showcase how this immersive digital platform is designed especially for DC fans. Plus the panel will give fans the latest updates on Titans, the animated series Young Justice: Outsiders, and dive into the incredible line-up of legendary DC films and TV series, epic animated movies, comic books, exclusive merchandise and more. Thursday 5:15 pm, Room 1A24
One of the most celebrated writers in comics will take center stage at the DC Spotlight on Brian Michael Bendis panel. From his new tales of the Man of Steel in SUPERMAN and ACTION COMICS, to his creator-owned JINXWORLD books and his recent Walmart-exclusive story for the Batman 100-Page “Giant,” this must-attend panel will be packed with sneak peeks and an insider look at Bendis’ forthcoming releases. Saturday 5:15, Room 1A24
Some of comics’ most innovative voices will take the stage at the DC Vertigo panel to explore the high concept series for fans of fantasy, crime, supernatural, horror and satire. Fans will meet the next generation of storytellers behind some of the most talked-about new DC Vertigo titles including Ben Blacker (HEX WIVES), Tina Horn (SAFE SEX), Kat Howard (BOOKS OF MAGIC), Zoë Quinn (GODDESS MODE), Rob Sheridan (HIGH LEVEL) and Dan Watters (LUCIFER). Those in attendance will receive some must-have swag including an advance copy of HEX WIVES #1! Friday 11:15 am, Room 1A21
Fans won’t want to miss the DC Spotlight on Tom King panel where they’ll have a chance to listen to King discuss how he uses inspiration from his former life as a CIA operative for his intense and emotionally-driven stories. As King’s Eisner-winning run on MISTER MIRACLE concludes, attendees can get all the details on the new series which explores the psychological effects of life as a superhero, HEROES IN CRISIS. Saturday 11:15 am, Room 1A21
Industry legends Frank Miller (SUPERMAN: YEAR ONE) and Brian Michael Bendis (SUPERMAN, ACTION COMICS) will gather together for an unforgettable celebration for truth, hope and justice as they honor the most iconic Super Hero in history at the DC Superman 80thpanel. Hosted by DC Publisher Dan DiDio the panel will explore the history of one of pop culture’s most enduring characters and how they panelists are interpreting The Man of Steel in their forthcoming projects. Saturday 2:15 pm, Room 1A06
A can’t miss for fans, the DC All Stars panel will be packed with DC’s most brilliant and creative minds. Including Brian Michael Bendis, Amanda Conner, Tom King, Jimmy Palmiotti, Jock, Scott Snyder and more, fans will receive fascinating insight on how these all-star creators continue to make the DC Universe a non-stop thrill ride! And if that’s not enough, fans attending the panel will receive a special surprise gift (while supplies last)! Friday 6:00 pm, Main Stage
The creative minds behind DC’s biggest superheroes and super-villains will gather together at the DC World’s Finest panel. Loaded with some of the top industry talent including Kelly Sue DeConnick (AQUAMAN), Steve Orlando (ELECTRIC WARRIORS), James Tynion IV (JUSTICE LEAGUE DARK, JUSTICE LEAGUE/AQUAMAN: DROWNED EARTH), Emanuela Lupacchino (WONDER WOMAN), Peter Tomasi (ADVENTURES OF THE SUPER SONS, DETECTIVE COMICS), and Howard Porter (THE FLASH, JUSTICE LEAGUE / AQUAMAN: DROWNED EARTH) this panel will offer fans an in-depth preview at blockbuster crossover events and new storylines. Saturday 12:15 pm, Room 1A24
What’s MAD Magazine been up to since it bailed on The Big Apple and landed in La La Land? Promising to be the funniest panel of the Con, the Mad About MAD panel will be full of can’t-miss antics that will leave its audience in stitches. From new parodies to new projects, fans have the chance to get in on the fun with the team behind the iconic brand. Sunday 10:45 am, Room 1A21
Fans can dive into the latest adventures of iconic Super Heroes including Aquaman, Hawkman, The Flash, Teen Titans, Wonder Woman and more at the DC Nation panel. Explore the storylines hitting the DC Universe as DC Publisher Dan DiDio joins Adam Glass, Rob Venditti, Joshua Williamson, Kelly Sue DeConnick and Emanuela Lupacchino for an in-depth discussion. Sunday 2:30 pm, Room 1A21
Calling all cosplayers! In celebration of the famed make-up brand’s new line of DC cosmetics, the NYX / DC Makeovers panel will give step-by-step instructions on how the new line of products can transform any fan into a superhero of their dreams. Thursday 7:45 pm, Room 1A18
Graphitti Designs will once again feature highly collectible, exclusive variant comic books available for NYCC attendees only while supplies last, both in the DC booth and their own booth in the main exhibit hall (Booth #1744). Fans can choose from silver-foil variants of DC issues AQUAMAN #40, CATWOMAN #3, THE FLASH #55, BATMAN #56,JUSTICE LEAGUE ODYSSEY #1, JUSTICE LEAGUE #9 and HEROES IN CRISIS #1. DC and Graphitti will also offer special red-foil variants of Brian Michael Bendis’ Jinxworld titles PEARL #1, COVER #1, SCARLET #1 and UNITED STATES vs MURDER INC #1. All comics are bagged and boarded and priced at $15.
* Select high-profile signings such as the TITANS, GOTHAM, REIGN OF THE SUPERMEN and BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES are part of a digital queue pre-show lottery system used by NYCC. This lottery is now open and available to all NYCC FAN VERIFIED badge holders. There will be information and opportunities to win a spot on line for these high-profile signings on everybody’s registered, personal NYCC Fan Verified home profile page. Winners will be notified shortly before NYCC and their ticket to these exclusive signings will be tied to their badges.
3rd ISSUES OF BATMAN, TEEN TITANS 100-PAGE GIANT COMICS SHIP TO PARTICIPATING WALMART STORES TODAY
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Communication: Positive or Negative. It's Your Choice.
Antidotes to Anxiety
Transforming - It's Not Just for Optimus Prime
Lightning Strikes Twice! The Seed of Revolution as a Shared Goal
The Phalanx - Social Motivators at Work
Jack Bauer Consulting - Human Behavior Lessons from Terrorism Analysis
Change the Lens - Managing Capacity by Leading People
Steeling Paper - Bridging Communication Gaps: A Lesson from the United Steelworkers
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Mike Sedam
The Phalanx is a close formation of warriors made famous, at least in my mind, by the movie 300. The Spartans would form up densely in close ranks and interlock their shields, which made their ranks difficult to penetrate. There is also an example in the movie Gladiator when the gladiators are being attacked by a superior force using chariots and long range weapons. Maximus has them form into a phalanx and they end up being victorious. Without their close ranks, they would have been massacred.
Social belonging works in much the same way. The closer the group is, the better they can deal with external attacks. The looser the group or, even worse, having no trust and internal strife allows people to be defeated easily.
My focus on identity-based behavior hinges on my belief in people as social animals with the ability to create reality in other people. This is why I believe in the power of social motivation over money. I believe that pay-for-performance is much weaker than praise-for-performance.
There are two “markets” of motivation. We can think of it like this:
Money market and social market
Intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation
Esteem vs. money
People need to feel esteem and need to believe that what they are doing serves a bigger purpose. In fact, in a study by James Heyman of UC Berkeley and Dan Ariely of MIT, they found that social rewards can drive people to perform at a higher level than monetary rewards. In addition, they found that when both are used the resulting performance resemble monetary rewards. This tells us that social rewards are more powerful drivers of behavior because they motivate people at higher levels.
In order to improve performance, we can focus on those intrinsic social rewards like creating a sense of belonging, helping cultivate feelings that what people are doing is important, and being clear when people meet the expectations of their team (aka their in-group). These intrinsic motivators are much more powerful than payment or some other extrinsic reward.
For those of use that want to reward others in a way that spurs longer lasting performance, we can focus on using social identity. To do that, we can focus on the social norms that establish relationships. One way to do this is to use stories that focus on intrinsic rewards. Focus on giving people feelings, not things. Help them feel competent, support their commitment, and show them loyalty.
By doing this, we can motivate most people through the primal needs of acceptance and safety in their group. This is an important concept to grasp. Imagine a time you were dealt a major blow at work or at home, but you had support of those closest to you. Now imagine a time you were dealt a minor blow, but you were in a toxic environment with no support. You can make it through just about anything when you have the support of your in-group. When you are outside of a group, or feel that you just don’t belong, even the most minor issues seem horrible. In fact, tight-knit groups can become stronger and more effective when they deal with horrible situations together. This increases group belonging, enhances esteem, and increases the loyalty group members feel toward each other. In contrast, when people feel like loaners, the smallest hit can cause them to crack.
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5-year-old Alabama boy shot and killed when family got into a fight, police say
Hollie Silverman and Natalie Johnson CNN Published Tuesday, December 10, 2019 8:51AM EST Last Updated Tuesday, December 10, 2019 8:52AM EST
5-year-old Tanarius Moore shot and killed when he was caught in the crossfire during an altercation. (Tabios Darden)
A five-year-old boy was shot and killed in Alabama when his family got into a fight Saturday, police said.
Two family members pulled weapons and began shooting at each other during a fight when Tanarius Moore was struck around 2:30 p.m., a statement from Birmingham Police Sgt. Johnny Williams said.
Moore suffered a gunshot wound to the head and was transported to a hospital where he later died, Williams told CNN.
Although Williams would not specify how the suspects were related to the boy, he told CNN that one suspect was taken into custody and a second suspect it still at large. Detectives are still questioning the suspect in custody, Williams said. Neither suspect has been named by authorities at this time.
Moore, also known as TJ, was a linebacker and running back for the Huffman Hurricanes, a youth football team in Birmingham, his coach Tabios Darden told CNN.
Darden remembered TJ's "infectious smile" and said the boy was the "best player on our defense." The day he was killed, he had been selected to play in the All-Star game, Darden said. The team plans to retire Moore's jersey number in his memory.
CNN has reached out to members of TJ's family for comment.
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CC Outtake: Cavalier Convertible – All That Glitters Is Not Gold
– March 6, 2015
(first published 3/14/2012) Cavaliers: of course they’re rugged and long lasting. How else did I come about having at least a dozen in my files? The only one I don’t have, and am still looking for, is the first year (’82) with the 1.8 engine. Like most GM cars, they did get better after a decade (or two) to iron out the worst bugs. But the 1982 with the OHV 1.8 was truly a stinker. And when I find one, I’ll do it justice. BTW, I actually saw a ’82 Cimarron with the 1.8 in traffic one day, but I was walking. Now that’s a rare find. Anyway, I will share with you the most exotic of my Cavaliers, a gold-on-black convertible. Maybe someone will tell me the year; I can’t be bothered right now. Actually, the convertible roof makes this car look better.
That profile is not bad; reminds me a bit of the angular handsomeness of the ’77 Seville rag-top conversions, which looked quite decent having ditched the fake and abruptly-cut off vinyl roof. I don’t know what GM’s long fascination with vertical rear windows was, but it was unfortunately done on way too many cars (not the Cavalier; I’m digressing).
Ah yes, that distinctive vertical ribbed vinyl on the J-car front door; how deeply that is impressed in the memory. The steering wheel has lost most of its color, but than it has been a quarter century.
Wonder how much someone paid for this when it was new?
sastexan
I dated a girl who had a white Cav convertible – in 1998. After one trip around Baltimore in it, I told her I would not ride in that car ever again. Top leaked, every interior panel seemed like it was going to fall off (a few had), it was questionable whether or not it would start. After our relationship ended (nothing to do with the car), she got $500 for it and bought an Explorer Sport.
Millmech
Wasn’t the early 1.8 engine made GM do Brasil? I recall that there were numerous issues, including cracked heads & blocks.
I’m referring to the Chevy “121” OHV engine, that was also a 1.8 in its first year only. It’s famous sluggishness caused it to be enlarged to 2.0 for subsequent years. The Brazilian 1.8 is the Opel-designed SOHC engine, which was optional in the Pontiac, Olds and Buick J-cars.
Canucknucklehead
I had the misfortune of driving a 1.8 litre for a couple of days when I was selling used cars. Heads and above the worst car I have ever driven. Makes an Iron Duke Celebrity seem like a rocket. I can’t for the life of me ever understand why they produced this engine, when all their foreign (and especially Japanese) were moving, or had move to, modern OHC designs with proper port fuel injection. The real kicker was the 1982 Cav was the most expensive car in its class. Way to go, GM!
Looks like an 84. Sticker for it was around 12K. Yikes!
My dad paid $14,995 in kiwi pesos for a sedan we didnt get ragtops and survivors of these cars are very rare I will shoot a Holden version Paul just for you so your collection is complete dont hold your breath though there is one here abouts but I havent seen it for a year.All our Camiras except the Isuzu version were rebadged Vauxhalls which morphed into the Vectra with Holden badging in the early 90s
dingleydave
Posted March 7, 2015 at 1:35 AM
more crap
And how much for the “gold” trim package? I shudder to think.
Not to mention the Cadillac wreath on the door lock! Snazzy!!
If I had the time and the inclination I would love to take a convertible Cavalier and add all the Cimmaron parts and facias to it and create a drop top Cimmaron.
The color of the featured car reminds me of the clean 84 Sunbird LE convertible I almost bought like 7 years ago, it was triple brown and loaded, with power windows,locks,seats, cruise, the highend Delco stereo and whitewalls with Pontiac wire wheels, like the ones on a Bonneville, but the tiny versions, it was an old couples car they were the original owners and kept it in great shape.
geozinger
@Carmine: No lie, I literally drove home on the freeway next to an immaculate 1988 Sunbird turbo convertible last evening. The guy driving the ‘Bird was probably wondering what I was staring at; I haven’t seen one in that good of a condition in many years. I was trying to see if it had a For Sale sign on it. The guy driving probably thought I was nuts…
I should note that the weather in Western Michigan is in the upper 70’s this week which is rather unusual for us. Of course, if I had access to a convertible, I’d break that thing out whenever I could!
christauph
My great aunt has a red ’93 Sundbird coupe, top of the line model with white leather interior and sunroof. Last I heard it still had less than 40k miles on it. It only comes out in nice weather (which we are having right now in MI!), but I’ll grab some pics next time I see it, easily the nicest example I’ve seen in years.
Rob Finfrock
The all-white interior available in the 1992-1993 Cavalier and Sunbird was actually vinyl, not leather. It was a surprisingly good imitation, especially for GM.
K Bryon
Agree, 84. I just sat upon the red leathers of an 82 Cim in the JY. Odo read 55k and looked less. Slap me silly, but I admired the (interior) lipstick job on this lil piggy. It even has the “astroroof”. Chances are it’ll be crusher bait nearly complete.
@Sean: My POS 1980 Capri Turbo was almost $13K new. My mother bought a 1981 Mustang Ghia (3 door, 2.3L, autobox, no A/C even!) for 11K. I think my wife’s 1985 Capri RS was $13.5K back then. (we’d had a few Fords back in the day)
Cars are not quite as expensive now…
And they don’t self-destruct in three years, either.
GarryM
Everything is relative. What were you earning back then? I took out a loan for a new 79 Mustang Cobra without AC, center console or sunroof. But it did have the TRX suspension. It came to just over $8,000. The interest on the bank loan was over six per cent. My gross pay at that point in life was $1200 a month. Add in rent, food, insurance and life in the single fast lane and some months my wallet was lighter than usual.
When my wife and I bought an 82 Cavalier sedan with the 1.8 and manual gearbox, the GMAC loan offered 13 per cent interest! Remember that recession? We gave the car up after a year and bought a used Torino wagon for cheap and saved money while enjoying less stress.
The Cavalier was well put together, the engine pinged all the time. But never broke down in our hands.
Posted March 25, 2012 at 11:06 AM
Same Front fascia as my 84, but taillamp style was updated post 84- 85? 86? on sporty Cavalier models. The Dashboard is also post 84, 85? 86? with switches moved to surround instrument panel.
No third brake light, 4 head lamp front, I’ll go with 1985 for $200 Alex……
ciddyguy
I just looked up Google Images, it’s an 85. The liftback and the convertible got different taillights than the sedan and perhaps the coupe but the front grill is identical on all variants.
While the early ones sucked, there is one aspect of the final generation Cavalier convertible worth noting, and that is the exceptionally well-designed headliner handle for lowering/raising the top. It was a simple one-handed affair that both unlatched/latched the top in addition to operating the motor. It rivaled the best from Mercedes.
As the saying goes, even the blind nut finds a squirrel once in a while, so, too, does GM occasionally have a minor stroke of brilliance.
IIRC,GM farmed out the design and engineering of the convertible J’s (both early and late) to Heinz Praechter’s American Sunroof Company (ASC).
Later in the second gen’s run, ASC set up a satellite assembly line down the road from Lordstown in Jackson Township, Ohio. ASC took cars that were specially prepped at Lordstown and finished the conversion (adding tops and the mechanisms) offline from the main factory. I can’t remember when the facility shut down, I think it was after the convert was dropped for the 2000 MY.
ASC did convertible conversions for practically all the automakers in the US. I pretty much think if you saw a convertible car in the States at that time, ASC had something to do with it.
Dave C.
Could the Cavalier pictured be a transplant from Pittsburgh? In the 80’s, dealers advertised Pittsburgh Steelers Black and Gold cars. I saw a few Pontiac editions back then, never saw a convertible, though.
baabthesaab
Actually, Paul, the first year was 1981. The MISERABLE 1.8 was replaced for the ’83 year with a 2.0 in the Chevy, 1.8 sohc in the Pontiac (standard). I don’t know about the other versions, but whatever was the later engine, it came in ’83.
1981? Are you thinking X car? The Cavalier/Js came out in 1982, unless the mushrooms in the pasta at lunch were not the variety I thought they were.
Maybe I’m dreaming Paul. I finished grad school in the spring of ’81. I was dreaming of replacing my tired old beater with the vast income from the new job which was surely around the corner(!). I remember thinking the “J” cars looked pretty good, and wished I could afford one. But then, that’s my memory- up against the likes of yourself, what do I know ;)? Maybe I dreamed of that car the following Fall, and don’t remember right.
Needless to say, I would eventually find out that looks were deceiving, and I didn’t want one after all, but that was later – that miracle job took a while.
Actually, Wikipedia (a perfect source, I know!) says it was introduced in early ’81 as an ’82 model. That explains my misunderstanding well enough for me.
Apparently those mushrooms are fine. I hope you have leftovers.
I guess we were both right, more or less. The early introduction; same thing GM did with the X-car.
My family had an ’82 J2000 hatchback when I was five years old… in May of 1981.
I can remember my first impressions of the J Cars, Which as a GM is The Standard-Medium all others are judged against… I was Partial to GM, But The J Cars were $$$ for The size… Why… Hmmm Cavalier sold on 40 Standard Feature, 4 Wheels, tires, steering wheel, ignition, well thats 10 of them…
just the standard shite, plus interval wipers ! Radio?!
The Cimarron Was particularly Puzzling, with its Letherette like leather seats, and a ?!!! 5 Speed Transmission” Yes, With a Clutch, a Cadillac! but wtf why was it more than a Deville? Could they Not Have Spent $200 making it look grander somehow…
I rarely liked to think of my First Convertible being such a Prime example of The J Car and Its InHERent shortcomings, especially as a $10k car or More… by the 94 Convertibles the Price for an Ac Auto V6 Conv…was well over 20k IIRC…
Slap a swedish suit on it put vthe ignition switch on the floor and people who should know better drool over these things This crap cart became the SAAB.
Huh?? As the owner of several SAABs, and other vehicles as well, I don’t see any connection of note. My SAABs all gave over 200k of really good service, but I’ve yet to meet too many Cavalier owners boasting the same. There may have been some shared components, but it wasn’t the same car. Certainly the interiors were WAY different. So was the suspension. And the engine. And the body.
GM bought into SAAB in 1990, IIRC, It took all of the 90’s practically speaking, to get the 900’s and 9000’s out of the system so to speak.
The 9-3 and 9-5 were Opels underneath, not related to USDM J-bodies at all.
Those opels were Euro J cars like it or not the Opel Vectra which is the SAAB was an upgrade of the J car
splateagle
That’s a bit like saying the 2001 Holden Monaro is an early 90s Opel Senator with a Holden badge slapped on it. True to a point, but vastly over simplified.
The GM-900/early 9-3 might have had its roots in the J Car (and is recognised as being a pretty poor Saab for that!) but the evolution from one to the other is not as simple as “slapping a swedish suit on it”.
Bryce, that is incorrect. The ’94-02 Saab 9-3 and the Gen 3 Vauxhall Cavalier used the GM2900 platform, which also rode under the Saturn L-series. The Gen 2 Vauxhall Cavalier was the European J-car, which is probably the source of your confusion.
One fact: An AWD 2.0 liter turbo Vauxhall Cavalier was available. Like I said, this was definitely not a J-car.
But the Vauxhall 2.0 4WD was a SAAB the trolls at Trollhatten reclothed Vectras untill the end that was the platform they were given and it evolved from the J car
http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/f14/goodbye-dame-edna-farewell-gm2900-platform-88620/
“Originally launched in 1988 in the Opel Vectra A, the GM2900 went on to underpin the Opel Calibra coupe, the second-gen Saab 900 (which was also the first-gen Saab 9-3 by means of a mild facelift), then updated for the Vectra B in 1994, and later stretched by Saab to underpin the 9-5. This stretched version, called GM2902, finally made it to North America in 2000 as the basis for the Opel-engineered Saturn L-Series.”
The Vauxhall 2.0 4WD had a fully independent rear suspension; whereas the ’94-02 Saab had a beam axle with Panhard rod. They were related in other ways, but again, the Vauxhall was not a J-car. It was a GM2900 car.
“the trolls at Trollhatten reclothed Vectras untill the end ”
No, the last Saabs (9-3 and 9-5) were Epsilon based. I’ve driven an Epsilon based Pontiac G6, and that was really nice for a GM car, nothing like the horrific J-body Pontiac Sunfire I had once as a rental car.
Never dis a Saab. Freak car owners freak out a lot.
If pointing out the truth about SAABs is dissing them so be it GM sucked thousands of buyers in with SAAB badges over the years they just glued them to Vectras and the uninformed went nuts trying to empty their wallets.
haters gonna hate. the saab 900 is as much a vectra as the 9000 is a Alfa 164.
Sean Cornelis
Posted March 6, 2015 at 10:09 PM
No CC article would be complete without Bryce mis-identifying something as an alleged re-badge.
Back in the 80’s, at my old company the VP of Marketing’s wife drove a Cavy convertible similar to the one in the OP. He gave it to her as a wedding present. (I’m guessing the car in the photo is a 1984, it looks similar to hers.)
That company was (and remains, IIRC) an OEM supplier, our biggest account then was GM. If you’ve ever driven a GM car with an alternator, and most everyone since 1968 has, you drove around with one of their parts in the car.
The weird thing was, the VP liked the car way more than his new bride, and would routinely drive it work! It’s hard to imagine a VP of rather large company driving a $14K Chevy convertible… But it happened…
I have driven and fleeted plenty of GM cars with alternators and have replaced loads of them. None ever lasted more than 80,000 km, usually less.
penguinboy
Were those original alternators or cheap rebuilds?
I got ~185,000 km out of an original GM alternator on an old Sunbird. The Canadian Tire replacement only lasted about a year.
Joe Yoman
All of my Impalas alternators lasted well over 100K miles along with my 2002 Intrigue and my 1996 Luminas so I don’t know what your talking about!
Friends had an ’85 Cavalier four door, it was white with tan interior, automatic, AC, I think power windows, locks and a decent for the times factory tape deck, at least it sounded MUCH better than the POS factory deck that was in my Mom’s 83 Buick Skylark they bought new.
Anyway, I never found it terribly bad to ride in anyway and I don’t think they had much in the way of mechanical issues with it either.
In the very late summer of 2001, I went with the president of the JC’s I was a member of at the time and her BF who drove I think a late 90’s bright blue Cavalier 2 door coupe to Eastern Washington to do some river rafting in mid September and the car rode fine while in the back seat but it was obvious the car had been on the vine a bit too long at that point though.
Still in all, I never felt them to be the worst out there, but certainly not always competitive in any case and just became obsolete and out dated by 2004.
In looking back at the pics, it’s kind of sad that GM used painted plastic, rather than embedding the color INTO the plastic substrate itself, that says it right there about how they perceived quality, not much.
Yes, I know it’s a quarter century old car but still…
Posted March 15, 2012 at 12:36 PM
GM wasn’t the only company to paint the plastic. Cost cutting in the 80’s was rampant. I can just imagine the grief engineers had to suffer at the hands of the management.
No wonder people went Japanese.
Honda and Toyota had much trouble with there plastic bumper fascias matching the metal parts of the cars during the 80’s and 90’s. It was always talked about at my friend’s local collision shop.
OK neither exactly sets the world alight but it seems to me this is that rarest of things: an international GM where the Chevrolet version’s better looking. Somehow that boxy front end seems to work much better with the ragtop roof than the 80s cavalier convertible I’m familiar with:
chrisgreencar
Actually, I think this is an ’87. The earlier years didn’t have the curvy updated dashboard on this example.
I’m fairly certain this dash was first available on 1985 Type-10 Cavaliers.
I’m ashamed that I know that, or anything about early J-cars for that matter. Between my parents and extended family, we must have owned/driven close to 30 of them, all stripes (even a Firenza!)
CougarXR7
Years ago I worked as a mechanic at a now-defunct Chevy dealership in L.A’s posh Wilshire district.
One of our more unusual used car trade-ins was a two-door Celebrity sporting a convertible conversion. It wasn’t some crude hack job. It was a proper convertible with moveable side quarter windows, headliner, and a canvas top of very high quality. The workmanship was first rate. The only downer was it was painted an unusual shade of purple, with a matching purple top.
Gross color aside, it was very nicely done. Everyone’s big question was “why???”.
Maybe Prince felt the Celebrity was made for him?
For the record, I had a 1984 Cavalier Convertible 5 speed in Triple Brown for almost 10 years, from 2/89 until sometime late in 1998.
It had been advertised @ Felix Chevrolet In Marina Del Rey in the LA Times, for $4995.
I desperately wanted to have a Convertible that I had dreamed of having for already 25 of my 30 years… and for some reason this 84 GM Conv, was within my reach, must have been the combo of BROWN -3 way, with a 5 speed Manual.
I insisted on an even Trade For My 1985 Grand Am LE Coupe V6 Auto… and they went for it…. !
After i got In and musled my way onto the Freeway in my new toy, a covertible adds a toy like aspect to any car, once the top is lowered. I Love The Look Top up as Well, altho this was a noisy 5 speed, which probably helped the car last 9 years, much of it $300 here $400 there every 6 months or so….. not so much once I got The Bugs Out but 2 Head Gaskets later…
It Made it the 400 miles each way to SF and to Las Vegas and back , but How stubborn was I Hanging onto this Compromise car, Neither As GT AS a Mustang Would be, Nor as Luxurious as even a Lebaron would be… WHY Did I Think a GM was Better than a SUPERIOR Larger More HOT Convertible such as Mustang, Much Less many of The Imports.\
I Should Have Had a Miata at some point too. And Yes a cadillac, perhaps a cheap XLR Someday?
As far as its looks go, that’s really a nice looking car! Kind of refreshing.
jpcavanaugh
I must have missed this first time around. I kind of like these too, but then I’m a sucker for a folding fabric roof on a car.
My BIL got a sunbird convertible as a rental once and brought it around for me to look at. I recall thinking that the convertible top excused a lot of sins that I would not normally find forgivable. And I agree that these were quite attractively styled, much better than the original LeBaron.
I remember when the Cavalier was first released. I was less than impressed with its styling, and I sure as hell didn’t like it’s poor build quality. I find it incredible that the car stayed on the market as long as it has.
The funny thing was that when these were introduced in early 1981 as 1982 models it wasn’t the build quality or materials that were harped about. Most magazine reviews gave this car decent marks in this area. It was the 1.8 and sluggish performance that was criticized along with the higher than expected prices when optioned up that dragged this one down. GM responded by both lowering prices a bit and introducing the TBI enlarged 2.0 liter engine which helped both sales and customer satisfaction enough to move this car’s sales higher from then on. If memory serves correctly they de-contended a couple of formally standard items on the 83’s to arrive at the lower starting prices.
I remember reading some of these reviews. I was too young at the time to drive, being only 8 yrs old when this car was introduced. But I remember being unimpressed with Car and Driver, Road and Track, and Motor Trend’s reviews on the car. I was less than impressed with the car itself. I thought it was ugly looking, I got to sit in the passenger seat of one example, and it all looked cheap. Hardly worth the money one wished to pay to buy the car. I didn’t think that the car would last a day outside the showroom floor, never mind 33 yrs. Fast forward 33 yrs later, I still see some of these cars on the road. They still look ugly to me, but apparently, they were well made enough to withstand the tests of time. 🙂
The Cav stayed on the market for a long time as a favorite of fleets, such as for rental car companies.
The J-car convertible was quite common in rental fleets in Hawaii. Easy to drive, easy to raise and lower the top, well suited for the place. Don’t need a fast or particularly powerful engine for the islands. I did notice the body flex while driving them, which wasn’t unusual for ragtops of that era.
I’ve never understood that about convertibles. Why didn’t they make the body and frame stronger and more rigid to compensate for no roof?
Posted March 6, 2015 at 11:27 AM
Yes, it’s possible – usually with extra bracing to the chassis for a convertible, but of course, at the cost of extra weight (which can affect handling) and cost. So it is a matter to what degree a manufacturer will do to reinforce the chassis to make a ragtop more rigid.
Howard Kerr
I had an 82 J2000 with the pushrod engine and 4 speed transmission. It was a medium blue inside and out…for the 1st few years. While the car was basically quite….sturdy (it felt like it was built from iron) little/odd things broke off over time. The exhaust manifold cracked…then broke in two. The shift knob, actually, the hard plastic covering that appeared to be the shift knob, broke into pieces. The knob on the window crank broke off. And against the harsh Texas sun the ALL VINYL interior faded into 5 or 6 shades of blue-grey.
Oh, I almost forgot the alternator that had to be rebuilt when the car was about 5 years old. The “symptom” of it’s impending death? ALL the idiot lights started flashing at random intervals when driving down the road.
That car was slow enough that 4 gears in the transmission was probably wishful thinking. And the engine sounded like a bad sewing machine.
Lynne Vogt
It looks more Eagle than Chevy. Now there’s a thought.
karonetwentyc
Posted March 6, 2015 at 1:28 PM
Not sure I’m totally in agreement with you on that one – here’s the Eagle Sundancer for comparison.
Now *there* is a car I never knew existed! Was that a factory offering, or aftermarket?
kev kalihur
My recently deceased wife of 24 years (she left us on Valentine’s day at noon after a long illness), when she was my girlfriend, bought a 1982 Cavalier as a replacement for a 1980 Sunbird which a motorcycle had totaled. Stinker isn’t quite the right word. Salvage when it came off the lot would be more fitting. The biggest thing that happened was when the cooling fan relay (a $5 part) caused a head gasket failure. It cost her $300 in 1981 dollars to fix, and GM gave her no help. And my darling drove that pos for almost 7 years. It always had something wrong with it. When the CV joint boots wen out at less than 100000 miles and the front end started jumping around, we decided that was the final straw. And people actually bought those things.
My condolences on your loss.
Haven’t seen many early Cavaliers lately, other than a silver and grey sedan that was driven by an old lady.
Mr. Edward Mann
Not all that is gold glitters either, y’know…
I had an ’85 Sunbird convertible briefly one summer about 10 years ago, was a copper color with a tan ragtop and low km, spent it’s life in the Okanagan Valley and ended up in Calgary, where I lived back then.
While it was clean and in really good shape, it was also a prime example of how garage kept, low mileage cars are not always as good as you might think. Once I started to drive it with some frequency, it started to ask for parts in a quick fashion, the final straw being when the head gasket went in busy traffic on a hot summer day. I had it repaired for a few hundred dollars, but it was never the same again after that, and I parted with it shortly thereafter.
It was slow… but it was a cool little car… and I enjoyed it for the short while that it ran perfectly.
JunkyardDog
I remember the first Cavaliers. I had been employed by the City of Chandler Fleet services department for 5 years when they first came out. All they had were the 4 door versions, the govt. doesn’t buy 2 door or convertible cars. In the early years both the engines and transmissions (all automatic) and mounts were troublesome. They were one of the first GM FWD cars, and had a ton of bugs. And the strippers were cheap. The interiors did not hold up, but for such a cheap FWD car, the body seemed pretty solid. I find very little cosmetic difference between the Cavalier convertible and the Fox body Mustang convertible, just another reason I did not like the Fox cars. The first and second generation Cavaliers looked pretty decent. I especially liked the wagon, too bad it was FWD. The third generation Cavalier (1995-2005) was one of the first jelly bean cars and was ugly to me even as a 2 door and convertible.
Marky Mark
I always wanted one of these, but I was too young at the time. Here’s a pic. of a nice 1986 or ’87 Cavalier RS convertible.
Not a bad-looking car in retrospect. It somehow does benefit from the convertible roofline rather than the blocky stock job. And these blunt quad-lamp noses (one of the closest things to a Chevy corporate “face” that we’ve ever seen, they all had the same look in the early 80’s) worked well on the convertible.
Though I’m not really a J-car fan overall, a convertible Sunbird GT could tempt me on the right day. Or a hidden-lamp Skyhawk Limited wagon, retrofitted with the suspension upgrades from the T-type.
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Every few months, FARA will introduce one of our researchers to you.
Feature articles include their area of research, the focus of their work and how they are helping us to achieve our goal- an effective therapy, and eventually a cure for FA.
Featured Scientist: April 2016
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Vijayendran Chandran, PhD
FARA Young Investigator Awardee. Dr. Chandran has developed a novel FA mouse model that can be used to study the effects of frataxin-deficiency and model paradigms of frataxin restoration.
By David Woods, PhD
From India to Germany to the US: An internationalist pursuing science, and working for human well-being.
Vijay, as he prefers to be called, grew up in the delightfully named town of Ooty, a tourist venue in the South India region of Tamil Nadu. He went on to acquire a bachelor’s degree in biotechnology and a Masters in bio informatics from Bharathiar University, named for Subramania Bharathiar, one of Vijay’s favorite poets.
From there, it was off to Germany to do his PhD studies at the University of Bielefeld, which he chose because of its eclectic mix of students from Brazil, Japan, Australia, and the UK before crossing the Atlantic to join UCLA's Department of neurology where he is at present a project scientist in neurogenetics.
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Jordi Magrané
By David Woods, PhD.
A Barcelona fan with goals in mind for FA
Barcelona born Jordi Magrané says that his interest in mechanisms of neurodegeneration and the role of mitochondria in neurodegenerative disease led him at first into research on Alzheimer’s and ALS.
But since working with Friedreich’s Ataxia , he has found a greater sense of collaboration and less competitiveness than in the other areas of research he has tried. Research in Friedreich’s Ataxia is an area, he says, in which he’s felt really comfortable. And he credits FARA for much of that. His interest in abnormal mitochondrial axonal transport is especially applicable in FA.
Read more: Featured Scientist: Dec. 2015
Yogesh Chutake
A love of research; and especially its 'bench to bedside' approach
Yogesh Chutake has always loved research since the time of his being a research scholar at the University of Mumbai in his native India.
Yogesh was offered research opportunities in the UK and Europe but decided on the US, coming to the United States as a PhD student and continuing as a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
Featured Scientist: Sept. 2015
Dr. Kimberly Lin
Young Patients Seek Honesty and Trust in Medical Encounters
As an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), and as the mother of 8-year-old Emily; 5-year-old Katie; and 2-year-old Nate, Dr. Kimberly Lin can stake a strong claim to knowing everything about kids from both a professional and a maternal standpoint.
She is quick to point out, though, that children are pretty smart patients. “They’ll feel you out,” she says. “They’re suspicious at first; they’re not sure when they can trust you.”
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A researcher into genetics with his own enviable genes
If there's any truth in the phrase publish or perish, David Corey is hardly in mortal danger: he has served as the author or co-author of some 121 research publications. Not only that, but he comes to his position as a relatively new FA researcher with an impeccable pedigree: His father, Elias James Corey, won the Nobel Prize for chemistry in 1990… and still serves as a Harvard professor at the age of 86. So David has some pretty good genes both for scientific attainment and for longevity.
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Novel microscope can non-invasively diagnose, treat diseases: Study
Posted on May 18, 2019 Author Loknath DasTags Can, diagnose, Diseases, microscope, non-invasively, Novel, Study, treatCategories Lifestyle
Developments of a miniature version of the telescope that could be used to perform microscopic examinations and treatment during endoscopy are also underway, researchers said. (Representative image by Getty Images)
Scientists have developed a specialised microscope that has the potential to diagnose diseases like skin cancer as well as perform precise surgery without making any incisions in the skin.
According to the study published in the journal Science Advances, the microscope allows medical professionals to pinpoint the exact location of an abnormality, diagnose it and treat it instantly.
“Our technology allows us to scan tissue quickly, and when we see a suspicious or abnormal cell structure, we can perform ultra-precise surgery and selectively treat the unwanted or diseased structure within the tissue – without cutting into the skin,” said Yimei Huang from the University of British Columbia in Canada.
It could be used to treat any structure of the body that can be reached by light and requires extremely precise treatment, including nerves or blood vessels in the skin, eye, brain or other vital structures, researchers said.
“For diagnosing and scanning diseases like skin cancer, this could be revolutionary,” said Harvey Lui, professor at the University of British Columbia.
The study shows that the device allows imaging of living tissue up to about one millimetre in depth using an ultrafast infrared laser beam.
Researchers said that this microscope, however, is different from previous technology due to its capability to not only digitally scan living tissue, but also treat the tissue by intensifying the heat produced by the laser.
“We can alter the pathway of blood vessels without impacting any of the surrounding vessels or tissues,” said Lui.
The researchers also said that their aim is to make multiphoton microscope technology more versatile while also increasing its precision.
“We wanted to be able to identify what was happening under the skin from many different angles and to have the capability of imaging different body sites,” said Haishan Zeng from the University of British Columbia.
Developments of a miniature version of the telescope that could be used to perform microscopic examinations and treatment during endoscopy are also underway, researchers said.
“We are not only the first to achieve fast video-rate imaging that enables clinical applications, but also the first to develop this technology for therapeutic uses,” said Zeng
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Foster + Partners designs chair that facilitates focus work in public spaces
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Foster + Partners has launched a chair with a tall enveloping form, to offer privacy to people working in busy spaces.
Manufactured by Italian brand Poltrona Frau, the Cove chair is intended to function as a mini office. Its generously curved form incorporates a wide, comfortable seat, an integrated USB charging point, an optional mains power supply, and a table, which can be used as an informal desk.
The chair was unveiled for at airport conference Passenger Terminal Expo in Stockholm last week. Foster + Partners sees it being installed in clusters in public spaces, such as airport lounges or building receptions.
According to the architecture firm, its circular form was the result of studies into the different ways in which people can be found adapting existing lounge furniture.
The ribs of cushion at the back of the chair extend in places to form ridges, which can be used as armrests, and the inner and outer surfaces can be customised in a variety of leathers and fabrics.
The seat is set to one side, allowing users to sit comfortably at the desk while using a laptop or rest their elbows on the sides while reading a book or a tablet.
Open-plan offices must be rethought to prevent employees losing focus, finds Haworth
"The design explores the spatiality of personal space, expanding the notion of a simple chair in terms of function and materiality," said Mike Holland, head of industrial design at Foster + Partners. "Its compact form carves out a generous volume that provides a secluded space to eat, work or relax."
Numerous studies and surveys have shown that lack of private space in office interiors is constraining the creativity and productivity of workers. A recent white paper by furniture brand Haworth states that, on average, office workers lose 28 per cent of their productive time due to interruptions and distractions at work.
Alain Gilles designs felt BuzziBlinds to shield workers from office noise
Other designers tackling the issue include Brussels-based designer Alain Gilles, who created a sound-absorbing screen to shield workers from office noise, while Dutch brand De Vorm's combined lamp and desk partition was designed to bring privacy to crowded open offices.
The research concluded that, in order for employees to achieve focus, companies need to consider adding small, conveniently located and unassigned "focus" spaces, for employees to use for short periods when the need arises.
Led by architect Norman Foster, Foster + Partners ranked at number nine on Dezeen Hot List 2017.
Although predominately focused on architecture, the firm also regularly produces furniture designs. Other recent examples include a chair for German brand Walter Knoll and a bathroom range for Spanish brand Porcelanosa.
Photography is by Aaron Hargreaves
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Will the iPhone 5 live up to the hype?
by Lana on October 4, 2011
Tuesday 4 Oct 2011 will be remembered as the day when Tim Cook (Steve Jobs’ successor) announced the most anticipated phone of the year, the iPhone 5. The slick iPhone 4 created a huge benchmark to follow. So great was the hype behind the iPhone 4 that thousands camped overnight outside shops just to be one of the first to own it. About 1.7 million phones were sold in the first 3 days of availability.
Rumours have been spreading about the iPhone 5 since the beginning of this year. In fact, now is the best time to get an iPhone 4. The average price of a 32GB iPhone 4 on bidorbuy in January was around R7999, now it’s around R5999. Next week we expect the that price to be even lower.
What to expect from iPhone 5
Apple is famously secretive about the unveiling of their latest and greatest products and tonight will be no exception. At the time when this article was written, several hours before the official presentation, we still did not know whether it will be the iPhone 4S or the iPhone 5. So, watch this space.
Besides a better, faster and sleeker looking phone, you can reasonably expect the following:
The latest operating system IOS 5
Apple with their current IOS 4 operating system lead the way with over 300, 000 available apps. (Android have around 200, 000 and Blackberry’s RIM a modest 20, 000)
IOS 4 and Android are the leaders in Cell phone Operating Software, but IOS 5 promises to be even better. This includes notification and reminder centres, full synchronisation with iPads, iPhone 3GS and iPod Touch and hundreds and thousands of applications.
Expect a better browsing experience, better email and better calendars. The IOS software will ensure that all applications on your phone are fully integrated, conceptual and intuitive.
NewStand, for example, is an application that could eventually make newspapers and magazines obsolete
Most important of all is the iCloud service, which enables you to store music, documents, apps and photos and then access them wirelessly on numerous devices, without needing to connect to a computer at all.
The iPhone 5 is not just a phone, it’s an entire lifestyle.
Rumours of the iPhone 6 are already flying.
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Neuromodulatation Therapy: A High-Tech Solution for Symptom Reduction
Back in 2014, the Drake Institute integrated our newest cutting edge technology, neurostimulation, into our treatment systems to further advance our clinical care programs. This new technology had such a positive impact on the results of many of our patients’ treatments that we’ve now fully integrated it into our treatment protocols for 2018, enabling our patients to receive much needed therapeutic relief from their symptoms faster than ever before.
What is Neurostimulation?
Neurostimulation provides therapeutic neuromodulation of dysregulated brain functioning (abnormal brain wave patterns) linked to symptoms, helping to enhance and accelerate therapeutic improvement from neurofeedback. Neurostimulation is helping the brain achieve more normalizing functioning more rapidly to reduce symptoms. It is not only safe but highly clinically effective. This process is so powerful that neuromodulation technology is now used around the globe in many world-renowned medical centers such as Harvard University School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, and UCLA School of Medicine, just to name a few.
Benefits of Neuromodulation Treatment
Our instrumentation is non-invasive. We use NeuroField technology for neurostimulation that utilizes a very low intensity pulsed electromagnetic field generator (pEMF), transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS), and transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (tACS). We feel that the NeuroField instrumentation is the most advanced in the world in integrating neurostimulation with neurofeedback to optimize patient improvement.
We have found much faster improvement in symptom reduction and more normalization of post-treatment brain maps by adding these neuromodulation devices to our traditional treatment processes, allowing patients from ages 4 to 103 years old to achieve better and quicker treatment outcomes.
A dysregulated brain, as seen in many disorders such as those listed below, not only produces debilitating symptoms but limits the capacity of the individual to meet the demands of everyday life. Our goal at the Drake Institute is to help patients improve or optimize brain functioning, thus giving relief to symptoms and improving one's ability to meet everyday demands.
Often the brain needs additional help to be able to regulate itself better and function in a healthier, more balanced state. Our neurostimulation treatment shows the brain how to regulate better so the brain can learn to do it on its own with reinforcement from neurofeedback.
What is Neuromodulation Therapy?
The neuromodulation can stimulate a brainwave pattern that the dysregulated brain is deficient in. The dysregulated brain is being guided in what to do so the brain can then mimic or emulate the stimulation to regulate healthier brainwave patterns.
Because the stimulation is so mild, the brain can copy it. The healthier brain wave patterns are then reinforced and self-generated with neurofeedback treatment/training. The process can also increase blood flow in damaged areas and reduce inflammation.
In sum it is a two-step process of the combination of neurostimulation and neurofeedback: neurostimulation to generate the initial, more normalized brainwave activity, and then reinforced with neurofeedback by training the brain to generate these healthier patterns on their own for improved functioning and self-regulation.
An analogy to neurostimulation would be learning how to hit a forehand stroke in tennis. Imagine that your tennis instructor holds your wrist and moves your arm through the correct motion as you hit the tennis ball. Every time you now hit the tennis ball with the correct motion, controlled or guided by your instructor with hands-on, your brain and body are learning the motion. After several hundred repetitions, you can then replicate the tennis swing automatically on your own as it has been wired into your nervous system and body.
Neurostimulation has a similar effect by creating new neural pathways that are more optimal for healthy functioning and symptom reduction.
How Does Neurostimulation Work?
The neurostimulation is guided by a brain map. First, the qEEG brain map is performed to identify brainwave patterns which are dysregulated that are linked to symptoms. For example, the brain could be overstimulated which is seen in anxiety disorders, insomnia, Tourette’s Disorder, OCD, and Autism spectrum disorders or could be understimulated as is commonly seen in ADHD. The brain is literally “stuck” in abnormal patterns that sustain the symptoms and discomfort. The mild neurostimulation from the NeuroField therapy can assist the brain in getting unstuck from those abnormal patterns, and thus priming it for retraining more easily with neurofeedback into stable, healthier patterns.
An additional benefit of the neurostimulation is its enhancement of neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to reorganize and form more functional healthier connections).
Sometimes the qEEG brain map shows such severe abnormalities of dysregulation and imbalances that it can be very difficult for the patient to generate a normal brainwave pattern on its own. Therefore, if you can’t produce the healthier, more functional brainwave pattern in the first place, then it is not present or available to reinforce with neurofeedback!
In these cases with the most severe abnormalities and symptoms, neurostimulation becomes even more important and essential. The neurostimulation can bypass this problem by mildly stimulating brain functioning into a healthier balance, which then gets reinforced by neurofeedback to further stabilize the improvements.
Benefits of Neuromodulation & Neurostimulation
Neurostimulation and neurofeedback not only can train the brain to more normalized,functional patterns, but also can also improve the connectivity of the brain whereby different networks or regions work together better in synchrony which improves the speed and efficiency of information processing.
Treatment protocols are modified from a repeat qEEG brainmap, typically midway through treatment, as symptoms improve.
All of our treatment protocols are derived from the already existing, vast scientific research literature. Over the last several decades there have been many clinical studies in pEMF therapy (electromagnetic therapy) published in scientific research that report the positive clinical improvements.
Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) was first used to facilitate neuroplasticity and recovery from brain injuries, including strokes. Research has shown tDCS to improve ADHD, Autism, Parkinson’s Disease, concentration, working memory, mathematical and language learning skills.
With traumatic brain injury and post-concussive syndrome, there can be neurophysical injury resulting in long-lasting deficits throughout a patient's life unless brain functioning can be improved. We have found the neurostimulation treatment to be essential and life improving in these patients.
The Drake Institute has successfully treated patients for the following disorders who improved from neurostimualtion, usually in conjunction with neurofeedback:
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
Traumatic Brain Injury (Post Concussive Syndrome)
Contact the Drake Institute Today
If you or someone you know is suffering from one of the above disorders, please don’t hesitate to contact the Drake Institute at 800-700-4233 to schedule a no-cost screening and consultation.
The Drake Institute has over 30 years of experience helping patients achieve dramatic symptom reduction, and all of our treatment programs are non-drug, non-invasive, and can provide long-term life improvements.
If you or a family member need help, please fill out our confidential online form. After completing the form, someone from our Clinical Team will contact you in the next 3 hours.
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“David F. Velkoff, M.D., our Medical Director and co-founder, supervises all evaluation procedures and treatment programs. He is recognized as a physician pioneer in using biofeedback, qEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback, and neuromodulation in the treatment of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and stress related illnesses including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and high blood pressure. Dr. David Velkoff earned his Master’s degree in Psychology from the California State University at Los Angeles in 1975, and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta in 1976. This was followed by Dr. Velkoff completing his internship in Obstetrics and Gynecology with an elective in Neurology at the University of California Medical Center in Irvine. He then shifted his specialty to Behavioral Medicine and received his initial training in biofeedback/neurofeedback in Behavioral Medicine from the leading doctors in the world in biofeedback at the renown Menninger Clinic in Topeka, Kansas. In 1980, he co-founded the Drake Institute of Behavioral Medicine. Seeking to better understand the link between illness and the mind, Dr. Velkoff served as the clinical director of an international research study on psychoneuroimmunology with the UCLA School of Medicine, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, and the Pasteur Institute in Paris. This was a follow-up study to an earlier clinical collaborative effort with UCLA School of Medicine demonstrating how the Drake Institute's stress treatment resulted in improved immune functioning of natural killer cell activity. Dr. Velkoff served as one of the founding associate editors of the scientific publication, Journal of Neurotherapy. He has been an invited guest lecturer at Los Angeles Children's Hospital, UCLA, Cedars Sinai Medical Center-Thalians Mental Health Center, St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica, California, and CHADD. He has been a medical consultant in Behavioral Medicine to CNN, National Geographic Channel, Discovery Channel, Univision, and PBS.”
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Final Fantasy XV Episodes Noctis, Aranea, Lunafreya Canceled as Hajime Tabata Leaves Square Enix
Tomas Franzese
November 8, 2018 12:27 AM EST
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Final Fantasy XV's Special Program revealed that DLC Episodes Notics, Lunafreya, and Aranea are canceled and that Hajime Tabata is leaving Square Enix.
Square Enix held a special livestream last night regarding Final Fantasy XV tonight. While fans were excited about what could possibly be announced, the livestream, hosted by Final Fantasy XV Global Brand Director Akio Ofuji, started on a bit of a dour note, as some shocking news was revealed regarding the status of Final Fantasy XV DLC and notable Square Enix developer Hajime Tabata.
Final Fantasy XV Related Broadcast Set For November 7
As DualShockers had previously reported, Square Enix originally had plans to release four new DLC episodes in Spring 2019 revolving around Noctis, Aranea, Lunafreya, and Ardyn. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case as Episodes Noctics, Aranea and Lunafreya have been canceled.
Final Fantasy XV – Four New DLC Announced Bringing New Ending; Mod Tools and Much More Revealed
Ofuji-san claims that after a “directional change” (more on that later) at Square Enix, the company re-examined those Final Fantasy XV projects and determined that they should cancel production of the three aforementioned DLC episodes. The development team “regrets” that they won’t be able to release episodes that fans were looking forward to, but hopes they’ll understand and try Episode Ardyn, which is still being made and releasing next March.
As for that “directional change,” it was also revealed during the livestream that Hajime Tabata has left Square Enix. This is a very notable shift in direction for the company, as he was the Director of Final Fantasy XV and spearheaded its DLC. In addition to Square Enix, Tabata-san is also leaving Luminous Productions to start his own company. A letter was released by Tabata explaining the decision, and you can read it below:
“To everyone watching this program: Hello, this is Tabata.
It’s almost going to be two whole years since the release of FFXV. I honestly believe the reason we were able to get this far is because of all you loyal fans. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Today, I have a personal announcement to make to all of you. I, Hajime Tabata, will be resigning from Luminous Productions and Square Enix Group as of October 31, 2018.
I was able to gain so much experience with my time at Square Enix. Every title I was able to a part of means a lot to me. However, FFXV stood out from the group as it was a special project for me which I went all in. Therefore, I decided to take this opportunity to officially announced my departure from FFXV to all the fans who have supported the title across the globe.
In regards to my next endeavors and near future, I have a project that I truly wish to solidify as my next challenge after FFXV. For that reason, I have decided to leave my current position and start y own business in order to achieve my goal.
As production of Episode Ardyn continues and Luminous Productions works on new projects, I felt that it was time for me to hand over the torch to the next generation group of talented and trustworthy colleagues and believe that they will create something amazing.
From this day on, I will cheer on and support Square Enix and Luminous Productions together with all you fans. I would like to thank everyone who continues to support FFXV and those who have supported myself personally.
Speaking of Luminous Productions, these radical changes are actually good for that development studio. It is working on a “new AAA title” for Square Enix, and Ofuji-san claims that the cancellation of Final Fantasy XV DLC means that more resources can be focused on completing and releasing this mysterious title in a timely manner.
This mysterious Luminous Productions project just adds to the number of large AAA projects at Square Enix. They are also working on an unannounced shooter with Polish developer People Can Fly and Babylon’s Fall with PlatinumGames. Still Hajime Tabata’s departure from Square Enix is a huge one, and will likely have noticeable ramifications on the company.
People Can Fly Opens Two New Studios to Work on Unnanounced AAA Shooter for Square Enix
New Original Title Announced From PlatinumGames, and It’s Called Babylon’s Fall
You can check out the full livestream below. If you still haven’t picked up Final Fantasy XV, which is available for PC, PS4, and Xbox One, you can still do so on Amazon.
Final Fantasy XV Concept Art Shows Off Canceled DLC
The Final Fantasy XV - The Dawn of the Future art book includes concept art for the canceled DLC like Episode Lunafreya.
Episode Ardyn Gives Final Fantasy XV Its Last Hurrah
Final Fantasy XV: Episode Ardyn Launch Trailer Arrives for the Game’s Final DLC
Final Fantasy XV Final Active Time Report to Be Held at the End of March
The Final Fantasy XV Saga Will Come to a Close When Episode Ardyn Launches in March
Final Fantasy XV: Episode Ardyn Prologue Anime Gets New Artwork
Final Fantasy XV Episode Ardyn Is Revealed in New Trailer
Square Enix’s New Triple-A Title By Luminous Productions Won’t be Here Anytime Soon
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Reza Hakimzadeh
Issue #59 (October 1986)
Editor's Note: The following was submitted as a letter, but we feel it deserves status as an article. For late subscribers, it responds to "Boeru, Britu, and the Press" in Issue #56. That article argued that the present South African government treats its black citizens better than most contemporary black governments and, if ousted, would probably be replaced by a regime that treated them worse. In Issues 57 and 58 we printed an exchange of letters on this subject between Roy Shaw and Reza, who now takes up the gauntlet once more.
[quoteright]Let us concentrate first on the "Britu" as an example. Throughout the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries their meddling had reached many far- flung regions of the world. Some familiar locations included Egypt, India, China, Japan, Burma, the Americas and so on from Africa to the Pacific Islands to (more recently) the Middle East. This is not to say that they were alone involved in oppressive and antagonizing activity with less militarily developed and subsequently less powerful peoples than themselves. But in view of their prior achievements, let us focus on them alone for the sake of argument. Once again the "Britu," having found another interesting plot of land, discover that it is unfortunately populated with burdensome, inferior races that have no use for the wealth that lies beneath and around them, as was the case with the Zulus' strategically important region, the Arabs', Egyptians', and Iranians' oil and priceless historical artifacts, the Pretorians' literal mountain of minerals, precious metals, gems and ores, and the Chineses' poppies.
I do not see any reason why these people should be allowed to remain in Pretoria any longer. Have we not learned enough from history? Must we wait until South Africa is stripped of all its value before they surrender it? Civil disputes within nations have existed for thousands of years. This absolutely does not say that they should be ignored. However, should the "Britu" remain, the international implications could be enormous. We would then have unconsciously condoned international interference and would therefore set the stage for another Soviet Afghanistan, American Vietnam, French Algeria, or a Japanese Indonesia (have we forgotten the last two yet?). In our case, we simply must not allow one nation's "tribe" to subjugate another's with such impunity. Civil problems are nasty to say the least, but, as in Mr Shaw's example, I cannot possibly imagine any Iranian or Nicaraguan who would rather be ruled by an oppressive foreign power, than an equally oppressive national one, although granted it would be easier to define the enemy in the former case (though they may not necessarily be as easy to oust).
We all have a moral responsibility as educated people to listen to the cries of those living under subjective black tribes as well as others around the world, despite the news media's dangerous obsession with maintaining public interest (and ratings) through selective editing and undue emphasis. It is perhaps as George Orwell warned, and is in Mr Shaw's words "damn sad." Reporting the truth is a continuously unglamorous job and newspeople must be further reminded of that fact, yet also of its incredible importance. The best we can do is attempt to apply our own political pressure and educate others about the situation as best we can. At least we can say we tried. We may also act to help prevent a corrupt black administration takeover, unlike the irresponsibility with the Iran situation that yielded an unexpected Khomeini regime which would prove far more dangerous to its people and the rest of the world than the Shah could ever have dreamt of being. And be- sides, not all black governments are totalitarian.
As for Mr Shaw's slavery question ["Did the Boeru and Britu tribes engage in slave trade to the extent the black tribes engaged in slave trade?], I feel that slavery is a relative term. An enslaved human being is in physical chains; an enslaved nation is a herd of rounded cattle that yearns for the political chain to be broken that binds million of black people in their very own homeland. If I remember Shakespeare: "'Tis he alone that suffers most/ Who suffers in the mind." Apart from being bought or sold, how much more rights do black Pretorians have now than stereotypical slaves? I should think that their suffering be more in that they see before them the decay of their nation and that their suffering cannot be visibly seen, felt and understood by typical television viewers thousands of miles away. True emotions and feelings simply do not diffuse as well through a television screen as do physical and callous acts of violence and brutality.
We spent time, money, and incredible effort exhorting the Statue of Liberty and its concept on that July 4 weekend. Let us not forget how much it means to others as well as ourselves.
Reza Hakimzadeh. South Africa. Issue #59 (10/1986) The Ecphorizer (www.ecphorizer.com)
Ecphorizer: South Africa
https://www.ecphorizer.com/EPS/site_page.php?page=1211&issue=80
Editor's Note: The following was submitted as a letter, but we feel it deserves status as an article. For late subscribers, it responds to "Boeru, Britu, and the Press" in Issue #56. That article argued that the present South African government treats its black citizens better than most contemporary black governments and, if ousted, would probably be replaced by a regime that treated them worse. In Issues 57 and 58 we printed an exchange of letters on this subject between Roy Shaw and Reza, who now takes up the gauntlet once more. [quoteright]Let us concentrate first on the "Britu" as an example. Throughout the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries their meddling had reached many far- flung regions of the world. Some familiar locations included Egypt, India, China, Japan, Burma, the Americas and so on from Africa to the Pacific Islands to (more recently) the Middle East. This is not to say that they were alone involved in oppressive and antagonizing activity with less militarily developed and subsequently less powerful peoples than themselves. But in view of their prior achievements, let us focus on them alone for the sake of argument. Once again the "Britu," having found another interesting plot of land, discover that it is unfortunately populated with burdensome, inferior races that have no use for the wealth that lies beneath and around them, as was the case with the Zulus' strategically important region, the Arabs', Egyptians', and Iranians' oil and priceless historical artifacts, the Pretorians' literal mountain of minerals, precious metals, gems and ores, and the Chineses' poppies. I do not see any reason why these people should be allowed to remain in Pretoria any longer. Have we not learned enough from history? Must we wait until South Africa is stripped of all its value before they surrender it? Civil disputes within nations have existed for thousands of years. This absolutely does not say that they should be ignored. However, should the "Britu" remain, the international implications could be enormous. We would then have unconsciously condoned international interference and would therefore set the stage for another Soviet Afghanistan, American Vietnam, French Algeria, or a Japanese Indonesia (have we forgotten the last two yet?). In our case, we simply must not allow one nation's "tribe" to subjugate another's with such impunity. Civil problems are nasty to say the least, but, as in Mr Shaw's example, I cannot possibly imagine any Iranian or Nicaraguan who would rather be ruled by an oppressive foreign power, than an equally oppressive national one, although granted it would be easier to define the enemy in the former case (though they may not necessarily be as easy to oust). We all have a moral responsibility as educated people to listen to the cries of those living under subjective black tribes as well as others around the world, despite the news media's dangerous obsession with maintaining public interest (and ratings) through selective editing and undue emphasis. It is perhaps as George Orwell warned, and is in Mr Shaw's words "damn sad." Reporting the truth is a continuously unglamorous job and newspeople must be further reminded of that fact, yet also of its incredible importance. The best we can do is attempt to apply our own political pressure and educate others about the situation as best we can. At least we can say we tried. We may also act to help prevent a corrupt black administration takeover, unlike the irresponsibility with the Iran situation that yielded an unexpected Khomeini regime which would prove far more dangerous to its people and the rest of the world than the Shah could ever have dreamt of being. And be- sides, not all black governments are totalitarian. As for Mr Shaw's slavery question ["Did the Boeru and Britu tribes engage in slave trade to the extent the black tribes engaged in slave trade?], I feel that slavery is a relative term. An enslaved human being is in physical chains; an enslaved nation is a herd of rounded cattle that yearns for the political chain to be broken that binds million of black people in their very own homeland. If I remember Shakespeare: "'Tis he alone that suffers most/ Who suffers in the mind." Apart from being bought or sold, how much more rights do black Pretorians have now than stereotypical slaves? I should think that their suffering be more in that they see before them the decay of their nation and that their suffering cannot be visibly seen, felt and understood by typical television viewers thousands of miles away. True emotions and feelings simply do not diffuse as well through a television screen as do physical and callous acts of violence and brutality. We spent time, money, and incredible effort exhorting the Statue of Liberty and its concept on that July 4 weekend. Let us not forget how much it means to others as well as ourselves.
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Rome: City of Seven Churches
7 or 9 days
Rome, with extension to Sorrento Region
Pilgrims have made their way to Rome for centuries to visit the home of the Catholic Church and to witness seven ancient and major churches. Walk the same path and enter into some of the most remarkable religious monuments in existence
Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
Visit the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
Take a guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Take a walking tour of Rione Monti District
Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Take a guided tour of Archbasilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
Take a guided tour of San Sebastian fuori le mura
Visit the Catacombs of Saint Sebastian
Take a tour of the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem
Take a walking tour of San Lorenzo District and University District
Take a tour of San Lorenzo fuori le mura
Enjoy free time in Rome
Villa d’Este and Subiaco
Day 7: Pompei • Sorrento
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Visit the Pompeii Roman Ruins
Continue on to the Sorrento region
Day 8: Capri • Rome
Take a guided tour of Capri
Take a Capri boat cruise
Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls; Colosseum; Basilica of Saint Mary Major; Archbasilica of St. John Lateran; San Sebastiano fuori le mura; Catacombs of Saint Sebastian; Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem; Basilica of Saint Lawrence outside the Walls; With extension: Duomo
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How Fast Do Red Wigglers Reproduce?
Sarah Tuttle
Sarah Tuttle is a freelance writer and editor. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Science in environmental studies from the University of New England. Tuttle is a graduate student at Simmons College, working toward an M.F.A. in writing for children.
Red wigglers (Eisenia foetida) are one of the most popular worms to use in composting systems. In part, this is due to their rapid reproduction rate.
When red wrigglers mate, they produce small, yellow sacs called cocoons. Sexually mature wrigglers can produce between two and four cocoons a week. The cocoons take between four and a half and 11 weeks to hatch. On average, three hatchlings emerge from each cocoon.
Age of Maturity
Red wigglers reach the age of maturity at approximately 3 months old. According to the City of Euless' worm composting page, once red wigglers have matured they will develop a "bulbous gland about one-third of the way down its body called the clitellum." Once the clitellum appears, the wiggler is able to reproduce.
Rate of Reproduction
Though it takes two red wigglers to mate, each wiggler will produce its own cocoon. Assuming an average of three cocoons a week, with an average of three hatchlings per cocoon, one wiggler can produce approximately 468 hatchlings per year. As the hatchlings mature, they will produce cocoons of their own, rapidly increasing the wiggler population.
Climate Control and Reproduction
Cold weather can delay sexual maturity in red wigglers. According to Vermicoast, for optimum reproduction rates, soil should be kept at 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit and "moist to the touch, but not dripping."
The City of Euless: Worm Reproduction and Development
Wormlady: How do They Reproduce?
Vermicoast: All About: Cocoons, Hatchlings, Juveniles and Adult Red Worms
City Farmer: Composting with Red Wriggler Worms
Information on Red Wiggler Worms
How Fast Do Compost Worms Reproduce?
How Fast Do Mushrooms Grow?
The Life Cycle of Thrips
Where Is Pollen Located in a Flower?
Fungus Puffballs on My Lawn
How to Kill Fungus Gnats
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Nevada Gold & Casinos Reports Second Quarter 2019 Results
/EIN News/ -- LAS VEGAS, Dec. 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc. (NYSE MKT: UWN) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended October 31, 2018.
Financial results for the three and six months ended October 31, 2018 are impacted by the sale of the South Dakota route, which closed June 30, 2018, and the agreement to sell Club Fortune, signed on July 27, 2018. Only two months of South Dakota operations are reflected in the current year and the Club Fortune operations are segregated as discontinued operations with the associated assets and liabilities classified as ‘Held for Sale.”
For the second quarter of fiscal 2018, the Company reported net revenues of $14.4 million compared to $16.0 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2018. Operating expenses were $13.8 million compared to $15.0 million in the prior year period. Operating income was $0.5 million compared to $1.0 million, and net income was $0.5 million, or $0.03 per share, compared to net income of $0.6 million, or $0.04 per share, in the prior year period.
Net revenues from the Washington state gaming operations increased to $14.4 million, from $13.8 million in the prior year period, and adjusted EBITDA increased to $2.0 million compared to $1.7 million in the prior year. Increased poker revenue and a higher table games hold percentage, although in the normal range, was responsible for the majority of the revenue gain. Operating cost increases were primarily attributable to the increased minimum wage.
South Dakota slot route operations provided no revenue or EBITDA in the current quarter compared to revenue of $2.2 million and adjusted EBITDA of $0.2 in the prior year quarter. Corporate adjusted EBITDA was ($0.7) million compared to ($0.6) million in the prior year and on a consolidated basis adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations was $1.4 million compared to $1.3 million in the prior year.
Club Fortune revenues were $3.2 million compared to $3.4 million in the prior year period, and adjusted EBITDA decreased to $0.2 million compared to $0.4 million in the prior year.
The Company paid down $1.1 million in debt during the fiscal year. The unrestricted cash balance at October 31, 2018 was $9.8 million, and total outstanding borrowing was $6.9 million.
On December 3, 2018 the Company filed a preliminary proxy statement concerning the merger / acquisition transaction with Maverick Casinos, LLC.
On December 5, 2018 the Nevada Gaming Control Board unanimously recommended approval of the Club Fortune sale transaction with Truckee Gaming, LLC. The matter now moves to the Nevada Gaming Commission for final consideration on December 20, 2018.
The Company anticipates closing on the Club Fortune sale on December 31, 2018, and the Maverick merger / acquisition transaction in the first calendar quarter of 2019.
For the six month period ended October 31, 2018, net revenues were $29.2 million compared to $31.0 million in the prior year period. Operating expenses were $28.5 million compared to $29.8 million in the prior year. Operating income was $0.7 million compared to $1.2 million in fiscal 2018. Net income was $0.5 million, or $0.03 per share, compared to $0.8 million, or $0.04 per share, in the prior year.
The Company will host a conference call at 4:30 PM ET (1:30 PM PT) the same afternoon to discuss the financial results and provide a corporate update. The call can be accessed live by dialing (888) 394-8218. International callers can access the call by dialing (323) 701-0225.
A telephone replay of the conference call will be available after 7:30 PM ET and can be accessed by dialing (844) 512-2921. International callers can access the replay by dialing (412) 317-6671; the pin number is 5792658. The replay will be available through December 24, 2018.
New Revenue Recognition Standard
On May 1, 2018, the Company adopted accounting standard update No. 2014-09 (“ASC 606”) (“new revenue standard”). The Company adopted ASC 606 using the modified retrospective method and recognized the cumulative effect of the initial application of the new revenue standard as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings as of May 1, 2018.
The new revenue standard also resulted in reclassifications to and from revenues, promotional allowances and operating expenses. Pursuant to ASC 606, food and beverage and other complimentaries are now included as revenues within their respective categories, with a corresponding decrease in casino revenues, as the offsetting amount historically included in promotional allowances has been eliminated. In addition, the cost of providing these complimentary goods and services are now included as expenses within their respective categories.
Financial results for the three and six months ended October 31, 2017 have not been restated and are reported under the accounting standards in effect during that period. The Company has provided a reconciliation between the new revenue standard and the old revenue standard for the three and six months ended October 31, 2018 at the end of this release.
Non-GAAP Information
The term "adjusted EBITDA" is used by the Company in presentations, quarterly earnings calls, and other instances as appropriate. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income before interest, change in swap fair value, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, goodwill and other long-lived asset impairment charges, write-offs of project development costs and acquisition expenses, sale related expenses, litigation charges, non-cash stock grants, non-cash employee stock purchase plan discounts, amortization of deferred rent, and net losses/gains from asset dispositions. Adjusted EBITDA does not take into account greater or less than expected hold percentages in the gaming operations. Adjusted EBITDA is presented because it is a required component of financial ratios reported by us to our lenders, and it is also frequently used by securities analysts, investors, and other interested parties, in addition to and not in lieu of, U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") results to compare to the performance of other companies that also publicize this information. Adjusted EBITDA is not a measurement of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered as an alternative to net income as an indicator of our operating performance or any other measure of performance derived in accordance with GAAP.
The following tables reconcile net income from continuing operations to Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations for the three months and six months ended October 31, 2018 and 2017:
For the three months ended
Net income from continuing operations $ 344,900 $ 626,148
Adjustments:
Net interest expense and change in swap fair value 75,322 104,187
Income tax expense 97,933 257,359
Depreciation and amortization 114,218 224,651
Sale related expenses 715,614 -
Loss on sale of assets 23,335 5,465
Stock compensation 12,201 65,382
Amortization of deferred rent (18,371 ) (2,675 )
Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations $ 1,365,152 $ 1,280,517
For the six months ended
Net interest expense and change in swap fair value 182,548 256,202
Income tax expense 122,140 293,277
Sale related expenses 1,197,815 -
(Gain) Loss on sale of assets (34,356 ) 5,465
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We use words such as "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "future," "intend," "plan," and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, our ability to increase income streams, to grow revenue and earnings, and to obtain additional gaming and other projects. These statements are only predictions and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, which are identified and described in the Company's public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About Nevada Gold & Casinos
Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc. (NYSE MKT:UWN) of Las Vegas, Nevada is a developer, owner and operator of nine gaming operations in Washington (wagoldcasinos.com) and a locals casino in Henderson, Nevada (clubfortunecasino.com). For more information, visit www.nevadagold.com.
Nevada Gold & Casinos, Inc.
Michael P. Shaunnessy / James Meier
Stonegate Capital Partners
Preston Graham
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
October 31, October 31, October 31, October 31,
Casino $ 11,491,669 $ 14,205,937 $ 23,504,388 $ 27,457,249
Food and beverage 2,520,548 2,470,121 5,009,925 4,830,535
Other 342,237 387,414 720,310 799,011
Gross revenues 14,354,454 17,063,472 29,234,623 33,086,795
Less promotional allowances - (1,043,293 ) - (2,064,685 )
Net revenues 14,354,454 16,020,179 29,234,623 31,022,110
Casino 5,169,139 7,974,289 11,342,078 15,691,086
Other 55,040 24,082 113,820 49,936
Marketing and administrative 4,393,961 4,357,146 8,868,945 8,716,577
Facility 437,086 461,798 885,559 881,581
Corporate 1,398,801 691,976 2,630,530 1,331,361
Depreciation and amortization 114,218 224,651 244,657 562,589
Loss on sale of assets 23,335 5,465 (34,356 ) 5,465
Total operating expenses 13,836,299 15,032,485 28,499,441 29,773,468
Operating income 518,155 987,694 735,182 1,248,642
Non-operating income (expenses):
Interest income 8,438 14,211 16,875 26,675
Interest expense and amortization of loan issue costs (88,591 ) (163,820 ) (208,443 ) (324,335 )
Change in swap fair value 4,831 45,422 9,020 41,458
Income from continuing operations before income tax expense 442,833 883,507 552,634 992,440
Income tax expense (97,933 ) (257,359 ) (122,140 ) (293,278 )
Income from continuing operations 344,900 626,148 430,494 699,162
Income from discontinued operations, net of taxes 194,190 12,829 56,752 63,816
Net income $ 539,090 $ 638,977 $ 487,246 $ 762,978
Income from continuing operations per common share - basic and diluted $ 0.02 $ 0.04 $ 0.03 $ 0.04
Income from discontinued operations per common share - basic and diluted $ 0.01 $ - $ - $ -
Net income per common share - basic and diluted $ 0.03 $ 0.04 $ 0.03 $ 0.04
October 31, April 30,
Cash and cash equivalents $ 9,784,582 $ 9,508,931
Restricted cash 2,726,550 2,369,063
Accounts receivable, net of allowances 291,101 345,403
Prepaid expenses 1,034,600 1,058,726
Inventory and other current assets 345,337 341,299
Assets held for sale 13,890,758 607,180
Total current assets 28,072,928 14,230,602
Real estate held for sale 750,000 750,000
Goodwill 14,092,154 14,092,154
Intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization 2,274,504 2,289,485
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation 3,142,651 3,254,367
Deferred tax asset 568,216 704,044
Assets held for sale - 13,597,772
Other assets 213,692 204,672
Total assets $ 49,114,145 $ 49,123,096
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 1,424,200 $ 1,350,263
Accrued payroll and related 1,997,081 1,810,626
Accrued player's club points and progressive jackpots 2,606,088 2,273,655
Liabilities held for sale 925,544 902,720
Total current liabilities 6,952,913 6,337,264
Long-term debt 6,822,924 7,895,240
Other long-term liabilities 603,951 637,207
Total liabilities 14,379,788 14,869,711
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock, $0.12 par value per share; 50,000,000 shares
authorized; 18,743,185 and 18,715,985 shares issued and 16,875,382 and 16,848,182 shares outstanding at October 31, 2018, and April 30, 2018, respectively. 2,249,191 2,245,927
Additional paid-in capital 27,583,038 27,557,151
Retained earnings 14,096,060 13,644,239
Treasury stock, 1,867,803 shares at October 31, 2018, and April 30, 2018, at cost. (9,193,932 ) (9,193,932 )
Total stockholders' equity 34,734,357 34,253,385
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 49,114,145 $ 49,123,096
The amount by which each line item in continuing operations in our unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three and six months ended October 31, 2018, was affected by the new revenue standard as compared with the accounting guidance that was in effect before the change was as follows:
For the three months ended October 31, 2018
As Reported - With Adoption of ASC 606 As Adjusted - Without Adoption of ASC 606 Effect of Accounting Change Increase/(Decrease)
Casino $ 11,491,669 $ 12,466,911 $ (975,242 )
Food and beverage 2,520,548 2,520,548 -
Other 342,237 342,237 -
Gross revenues 14,354,454 15,329,696 (975,242 )
Less promotional allowances - (975,242 ) 975,242
Net revenues 14,354,454 14,354,454 -
Casino 5,169,139 5,990,982 (821,843 )
Food and beverage 2,244,719 1,454,091 790,628
Other 55,040 23,825 31,215
Marketing and administrative 4,393,961 4,393,961 -
Facility 437,086 437,086 -
Corporate 1,398,801 1,398,801 -
Depreciation and amortization 114,218 114,218 -
Loss on sale of assets 23,335 23,335 -
Total operating expenses 13,836,299 13,836,299 -
Operating income $ 518,155 $ 518,155 $ -
Net income $ 344,900 $ 344,900 $ -
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Specifically designed for high-performance sports cars, BorgWarner’s first European-built dual-clutch module family was developed and produced in Germany. BorgWarner states that the unit offers improved durability and reliability and contributes to enhanced shift feel.
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I am writing this article because as a citizen of India it’s my responsibility to raise issues which are eating our nation slowly, our nations roots are getting weak day by day…..RESERVATION which was established by our constitution makers for a period of time to lift the backward classes so that every citizen of India should be equal but the politicians are using this reservation as tool to win elections every time new promises, new schemes are offered in every elections to attract people.
RESERVATIONS were made mandatory after independence and so our constitution provides fundamental rights to citizens regarding reservation for backward classes.
“After independence, the reservation policy became more explicit and clear as it had support of Indian Constitution. The concept of SC, ST and OBC is required to be stated as these communities are the prime movers and beneficiaries of reservation policy.”
In a case A Balaji v/s State of Mysore (AIR 1963 SC649)
The court further held that it does not mean that if once a caste is considered to be backward it will continue to be backward for all other times. The government should review the test and if a class reaches the state of progress where reservation is not necessary it should delete that class from the list of backward classes.’
The purpose/ reason behind making provision for reservations are treating equally all classes of people at all times would result in inequality. Therefore, the framers of our constitution made provisions for reservations in order to uplift the socially, educationally backward classes of citizens. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar called ‘ Reservation’ as ‘ Compensatory Benefits’ to socially and educationally backward people.
What is surprising is that our constitution clearly is a reservation-friendly constitution but nowhere in the constitution is the term ‘backward classes defined. What actually constitutes a backward class? What are the determinants of a backward class? These questions remain unanswered and it is only with the help of judicial pronouncements that they have been given some meaning. Question arises how can reservations be made for something that has not been defined
Today when a student applies for an admission in any university, the admission forms are filled with questions like ‘Are you SC/ST or OBC or General Category?’ How does it matter which category does he belong to, what matters is his merit. A category cannot decide whether he is eligible for admission or not.
There many economically worse off children belonging to the forward classes but they cannot get the fruits of such reservation merely by virtue of belonging to the ‘general’ category. Sometimes these children belonging to the backward classes do not even deserve and still possess the necessary merit as against a child who studied very hard for months to get a seat, thereby snatching away that seat just because he comes from a particular religion or caste for which our government provides reservation. for example- I have seen a video in which a teacher cannot write the correct spelling of the weekdays correctly(reserved seat).See this one…
Reservation should be purely made on the basis of the economical conditions of the applicant and nothing else. The kind of reservation policy that our government currently follows does nothing but divide the society into different sections.
The three organs of the State i.e. LEGISLATURE, EXECUTIVE AND JUDICIARY should work together to remove this reservation from the society to bring proper equality among people of India in living, jobs etc. These three should work for the welfare of the society as whole taking all people side by side in one frame to a new era of full of happiness and prosperity with full on development scheme and progressive attitude of people which lead our nation toward attaining a position in line of developed nations. All of these should act to make laws, rules and amend previous laws.
Our constitution should be amended and laws should by pass to remove reservations to some extent as if now is the time to remove some caste from the reservation category so that the revolt or protest or demand to enrol in reservation category by other news caste should be prohibited and the people should not come in-front of govt. to ask for reservation. Reservation should be limited and given to economically backward people and not on caste and even caste based politics should be banned and the people pursuing jobs in economically good jobs, Govt. jobs should not be given reservation and even not to their children as they are capable of leading a good life. Instead of that give reservations to people who need them which are economically backward.
Demand for reservations are on a rise at present time- Patel reservation in Gujarat, Jatt reservation in Haryana etc. due to this other caste are also demanding and crime levels are rising due to this which is not good for a developing country so we should demolish or eradicate these things from our society. Government should start removing castes from the reserved category so that to discourage or dominate the other caste so that they cannot protest for reservations and slowly reservation system will get vanish from the country.
Reservation seats if vacant should be given to general category people so that people can’t get exploited and that seat should left vacant. People who deserve more should get the opportunity first and not the reserved one.
for example- my uncle is fighting for years in court because his seat was given to a reserved category person and my got more marks than him and even was more qualified and deserving but the job was given to that person which is wrong.
As of recent case our pride, the Olympic medallist winner SUSHIL KUMAR is being treated badly because he has not been given a ticket to RIO Olympic because they authority has given the ticket to reserved category holder Narsingh Yadav and Sushil Kumar is protesting against it and demanding a fair trial by having a bout between them whoever win will go to Olympic but the authorities are not doing anything so Sushil Kumar is approaching Court for justice.
This incident also says that in India people deserving does not get anything and the people not deserving get many things as a result the deserving people move to abroad countries to get more opportunities and they succeed their and our economy is still weak and we are still the developing country as we don’t give opportunity to deserve people instead of that give opportunity to the not deserving people which is harmful to our nation.
So, reservation should not be mandatory but it should be optional or given to people who need it- economically backward classes not on the caste system so that there should be equality among opportunities in different fields among people and the deserving one should get benefited so that our nation can progress at a good rate to compete with other developed countries.
I am all in the favour of having laws and rules to make sure that the underprivileged get more opportunities and it’s the duty of the government to think about that. But then, that should be done at the primary and elementary school level and not at the professional level or if the government wants it can make separate schools and colleges for reserved category people. Reservation in higher education is violation of Article 26, Para 1 of Universal Declaration of human rights.
Dr Ambedkar and the framers of the constitution envisaged the reservation provision for ten years, so that the society is synchronized. Instead of pursuing the spirit, the ruling elite used it as a tool, political weapon, and keeps the national habitat divided. Shall reservation be perpetual? Reservation conceptually means a small percentage of whole. The reservation has been used by haves among the SC/ ST at the huge cost of the really needy people. The present India is divided only in haves and haves not, not otherwise. It shall be proper to have reservation a sensible proportion for these haves-not as a whole, not dividing them in caste, creed , sex, religion- the true spirit envisaged by the framers of constitution. Study says Dr. B. R. Ambedkar in totality not in isolation that stood for national integration, not its fragmentation.
The opposition to reservation arises from those sections that include a large number of the economically deprived. Actually, both the votaries and opponents of reservations seem to consider admission into the limited number of seats and recruitment to the limited number of jobs available as the crucial question for their economic progress. Reservations are one of the important issues raised by the national movement to uplift the socially oppressed sections of our society. Though the reservations were intended as a temporary measure, the failure of the successive governments in ensuring equitable and speedy economic development led to their continuation and made them a contentious issue. We must understand that it is not the policy of reservation that lies at the root of the problem but it is the limited number of employment and educational opportunities that is the root cause.
Due to this failure of the successive governments, meritorious students are suffering because they are being precluded from their seats and backward class students are suffering because even if they are meritorious, the quota tag will always be attached to them wherever they go. Even if some people argue that the basic level of education is not the same, it is not the fault of students from the general categories. Some people do argue that reservations have benefited only a small section of the people. It has become a political game and the people who should get this opportunity do not get it. People who have money and power get fake backward class certificates and prove before the government that they deserve reservation. At the level of facts, this is true and it becomes nothing else than a sheer attempt to amputee the budding wings of people from General Quota. But instead of pointing to the futility of reservations it only points to an important fact-that unless democratic movement becomes strong enough to get the provision of reservations effectively implemented, this limitation will continue and cannot be avoided.
This decision is a step for setting wrong trend. – Today, it is demanded for these premier institutes. Tomorrow, somebody will demand the same for actual placements in the other fields including the private companies. So, why should there not be reservations in the field of Acting, Art, etc. Is there an end to it? In the end, I would just say that India and reservations can bloom together only when reservations are made on reasonable basis.
BY PRINGLE SINGH
BA LLB(H), 4th Year, AMITY UNIVERSITY
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Grandfather Mountain Trail
By Joanne O'Sullivan
Grandfather Mountain Trail Details
Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 2.4 miles each way to Calloway Peak
Region: Grandfather Mountain State Park
Duration of hike: Up to 2.5 hours each way
Elevation gain: 800 Feet
Type: Loop
Blazes: Blue
Facilities & Parking: Parking lot with facilities in the Visitor Center
Features: Wildflowers, Views
Directions to Trail Head | Open in Google maps
The granddaddy of technical hikes
Called the most technical hike east of the Mississippi (without climbing equipment), the hike to McRae’s Peak, Attic Window and Grandfather Calloway Peak at Grandfather Mountain is also affectionately called the “chutes and ladders” trail because it involves a number of cable-assisted and ladder-access area. Scale these peaks for the adventure of it, but don’t take the challenge too lightly: this is for experienced hikers.
The Grandfather Trail takes you to Grandfather Mountain’s three peaks: MacRae Peak, Attic Window Peak and Calloway Peak. All three are within 1.5 miles of each other, but this is an in-and-out trail, so you choose to turn back at any point. Be aware that if you decide to do this hike in a single day, you’ll need to be back by the time the parking lot closes (it changes seasonally, so check at the Visitor Center). There are also several primitive camping sites along the way, so you can do the hike over the course of two or more days if you prefer, but you’ll need a permit (check in at the Visitor Center).
While the peaks are accessible year-round, they become a sheet of ice in winter, so don’t attempt them without proper ice gear at this time of year. If you’re hiking any other time of year, be aware that the weather up here is very changeable and windy. The conditions can make for slow going and add in additional, unexpected challenges.
You can choose to start out by taking the Mile High Swinging Bridge Trail from the parking lot (adds .3 mile) or just take the Grandfather Trail Extension from the parking lot and take a right onto the Grandfather Trail to go directly to MacRae Peak. The trail through sections of evergreen and rhododendron forest becomes rugged and includes some cable assists.
When the trail comes to MacRae Peak, you’ll be using cables and ladders to scale the sheer rock face. An alternative is to opt for the Underwood Trail (yellow blazes) that goes around the peak. Many choose to climb the ‘chutes and ladders’ trail to the peak and then take the Underwood Trail on the way back. After you’ve descended MacRae Peak, Attic Window is just .3 mile beyond. Some hikers chose to turn around after Attic Window, but you can also continue on 1.2 miles to Calloway Peak, the highest of the three at 5964 feet.
These instructions are for reaching the Grandfather Trail from the parking lot, but the peaks can also be accessed via the Profile Trail and Daniel Boone Scout Trail. Check at the Visitor Center for a map.
Difficulty: Strenuous/Difficult
Distance from Asheville: 70 miles, 90 minutes
Pet-Friendly? No
Multiple Use? No
Blazes? Blue
Natural Features: Panoramic Views, rock walls, spring rhododendron
From downtown Asheville, take I-240 to I-40 East, exit 85. Turn left at the bottom of the ramp. Go forward 1 mile to a stoplight. At the stoplight turn left and follow US 221 North to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain, about 30 miles. Once at Grandfather Mountain State Park, go to the Swinging Bridge parking area.
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Tags: Hiking Trails, Difficult, Highest Peaks
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Joanne O’Sullivan lived and traveled on three continents before settling in Asheville. She served as the Asheville correspondent for … more
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Eye For Film >> Features >> Exploring science
Exploring science
Marion Cotillard and Luc Jacquet on how film can promote understanding.
by Anne-Katrin Titze
Marion Cotillard on how she met Luc Jacquet: "I wanted to make a movie on the forest. Luc heard about it. It's called Il Était Une Forêt, Once Upon A Forest…" Photo: Anne-Katrin Titze
In my conversation with Luc Jacquet on Wild-Touch and his documentary Ice And The Sky about the work of glaciologist Claude Lorius, which had its World Premiere as the closing film of the Cannes Film Festival, he mentioned a director who first encouraged him to make films. His name is Hans-Ulrich Schlumpf, the director of Der Kongress der Pinguine.
It was good advice for Luc, who became the director of March Of The Penguins (La Marche De L'Empereur), The Fox And The Child (Le Renard Et L'Enfant), narrated by Kate Winslet, and Il Était Une Forêt (Once Upon A Forest) on botanist and ecologist Francis Hallé.
Marion Cotillard at the launch of Ice & Sky: "I've been a huge fan of Luc's work since the beginning." Photo: Anne-Katrin Titze
On a beautiful spring morning in New York, he was joined by Marion Cotillard in Le Skyroom at the French Institute Alliance Française to present Ice & Sky, Wild-Touch's educational program about climate change. Cotillard lends her voice for the English language version.
Here are some of the Ice & Sky highlights.
Luc Jacquet: What is important to me now, in this issue about global warming, is to find ways to send a very clear message. It's important to break down the walls between science and art, between children and teachers. The reason why I'm so grateful that Marion gave us all her time. It is very important now to set an example.
Marion Cotillard: I've been a huge fan of Luc's work since the beginning. He is very smart and creative and has put together an amazing team. His commitment to art, to science, to education is for me an example. I really wanted to be a part of this educational project. When science meets art, that creates an energy that creates the desire to learn.
Glaciologist Claude Lorius in Antarctica - Luc Jacquet's 3D documentary Ice And The Sky
LJ: If everybody with their skill, was going to do something, we would be going very fast in advancing society. Of course, I'm like an utopist, but I think it's not so bad to be a utopist. We are releasing the educational platform today… We need this universal symbol, and the penguin can symbolise what happens with nature. I really want to give the opportunity to our children to be able to film these penguins. That's something very important to me. After that, next year, we are going to launch a big program on biodiversity.
Biodiversity needs explanation. We are probably going to launch the first film on the coral reefs. All of the living creatures on earth are connected and we are one of these… I am doing now work with children and teachers to help them tell stories by themselves. Because we have a lot of skills around us, screenwriters etc. We are going to work with children to help them to know how to film, how to write a story, how to edit a story.
After that, we are going with them to the Arctic and they are going to be there for ten days and their only obligation is to transmit by themselves what they learned. This is something very important to me. We are working as well on an innovation lab.
Luc Jacquet on Marion Cotillard lending her voice in support: "The reason why I'm so grateful that Marion gave us all her time." Photo: Anne-Katrin Titze
MC: I had a project. I wanted to make a movie on the forest. Luc heard about it. It's called Il Était Une Forêt, Once Upon A Forest, and we started to exchange thoughts. And then I had my baby. But that is how we met…. [The importance of Ice & Sky is] to give people the opportunity to learn and to learn scientific facts that are validated by scientists in a very creative form. Today, ignorance can be a very serious crime.
LJ: We have to commit more and more and more people to this very obvious question. Do you really want to leave that world or do you want to create a better world? It's really a question of commitment for each of us.
MC: Yes, if you create the desire to educate yourself. That's what happened to me. I had this education from my parents which was based on respect. They didn't really teach me environmental rules, but by educating me the way they did, I started to notice things that were not logical. I wanted to understand why we did such illogical things. I think it's very important to have your own responsibility. I would say awareness is still super low.
Investigating the depths of time in Wild-Touch's Ice & Sky
We need to all together raise it. We are very smart animals. Honestly, if we looked at each other, we are an amazing fascinating animal. We can destroy, and we're very good at it. And we can create, and we are also very good at it. So we just need to find the right balance. Balance is everything. By being inspired by people like Luc, I think, is already the beginning of a solution.
The goal of Ice & Sky, under the supervision of Luc Jacquet and in cooperation with climate and environmental researchers, is to offer "videos shot in various regions of the world, exclusive animated films, storyboard diagrams and interviews of world leading researchers" to be supported by "teaching material drafted in collaboration with prominent climate experts, under the guidance of teachers sharing their expertise with Wild-Touch teams."
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EU summit outcome exceeds - low - expectations
There have been 20 summits since the euro crisis began, and for once, analysts say, leaders have exceeded – admittedly low – expectations.
Economists have applauded their short-term measures to steady markets and the eurozone’s longer-term direction.
France’s new President François Hollande is satisfied, too.
“I think that we now have a coherent framework: a growth pact, banking union, budgetary union, a support mechanism, a will to extend economic and monetary union,” he told reporters.
No-one has had to give way more than Angela Merkel. EU paymaster Germany had brushed aside any need for emergency measures earlier this week.
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Watch: Morgan Freeman in Rob Reiner's 'Magic of Belle Isle' Trailer
"Most times, real life doesn't measure up to what's in our heads, but every now and then it comes pretty close." Magnolia has debuted the trailer via Apple for the latest charming Rob Reiner film The Magic of Belle Isle, starring Morgan Freeman as a famous Western novelist whose struggle with alcoholism has sapped his passion for writing, but he moves to a small rural town called Belle Isle and reignites his passion thanks to a woman, Virginia Madsen, and her three kids. The cast also includes Kenan Thompson, Madeline Carroll and Fred Willard. This looks as delightful as any old timer Morgan Freeman flick can.
Watch the first official trailer for Rob Reiner's The Magic of Belle Isle, in high def from Apple:
In an effort to tap into his original talent, a wheelchair-bound author (Morgan Freeman) moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help to reignite his passion for writing.
The Magic of Belle Isle is directed by Oscar nominated filmmaker Rob Reiner, of many great films like This Is Spinal Tap, Stand by Me, The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, A Few Good Men, The Story of Us, Rumor Has It, The Bucket List and Flipped. The screenplay was written by Guy Thomas (Wholly Moses!). Magnolia Pictures is releasing The Magic of Belle Isle in limited theaters starting on July 6th this summer.
WOW! This is a summer film?they should have released this in the fall...looks good though...
jah p on Apr 11, 2012
Looks pretty good. I've had a crush on Virginia Madsen ever since I saw Hot to Trot as a kid.
grimjob on Apr 11, 2012
Well that was a nice movie, what is Rob Reiner going to make next?
HarryFiddleSticks on Apr 11, 2012
KENAN!
Zeus on Apr 11, 2012
Nah, I'll wait to see Morgan Freeman in Dark Knight Rises. This film looks as bad as Green Lantern.
Kyle Robinson on Apr 12, 2012
I liked him in grumpy alcoholic mode, it's only in films that people appear to transform like that. Before I watched this, I was going to make a joke about Freeman being the only elderly black man in the universe, but he is a great actor, so I can see why he gets all the roles.
Crapola on Apr 13, 2012
Just saw the movie. It will not disappoint. Ron Reiner and the great cast bring it.home.
Desertlaine on Jun 3, 2012
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Bob Marley And The Wailers | Catch A Fire
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By Bob
This historic album release repaid Island Record's Chris Blackwell for his faith in his fellow countrymen.
London-based but Jamaican raised, Blackwell put up the money for Bob Marley And The Wailers to fly back home to Jamaica to record the master tapes.
Some later guitar and keyboard overdubbing provided the finishing touch and Catch A Fire was launched to rave reviews.
The content was both socially aware and militant. It dealt with the despair of life in the ghetto in opening track Concrete Jungle while Slave Driver tackles the legacy of slavery.
Stir It Up is more upbeat, even romantic, while the laid-back Kinky Reggae is another highlight. Throughout, the strong bass-lines and upbeat guitar made this a superb first taste of reggae.
The first 20,000 copies of Catch A Fire featured the famous Zippo sleeve which opened at a side hinge to reveal the LP inside.
It involved hand-manufacture, and as the record sold ever-more successfully, it had to be replaced by a more conventional cover. Hardly surprisingly, the 'Zippo' copies are now serious collectors' items.
Whatever the cover, Catch A Fire is assured of its place in history as the album that launched Bob Marley And The Wailers and reggae on to an international stage and is #123 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums ever.
Other great Bob Marley And The Wailers albums:
'Burnin''; 'Natty Dread'; Rastaman Vibration'; 'Exodus'; 'Kaya'; 'Survival'; 'Uprising'; Confrontation'- posthumous; 'Legend'- compilation; 'One Love- The Very Best Of'- compilation.
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God bless you and thank you for standing with us to show all the love of Jesus and make life better for the citizens of Haiti both grownups and children. A recent heavy rain and resultant Flood destroyed a 245 foot long by 8 foot tall perimeter wall. Security for our Girls Home has been severely compromised. Rampant violent protests and riots occur daily nearby in Port Au Prince. Many homes have been robbed, people beaten and killed. There is also concern about the squatters taking advantage of the situation to come on our property and put up tents or build homes. In Haiti, without walls, all properties are vulnerable to squatter’s rights.
To rebuild a strong foundation and wall is $7,689.00 USD to cover costs of materials and labor. Thank God, The Family Church at Christian Retreat in Bradenton Florida has responded with $1000 towards this urgent need.
We are now believing God will inspire such as you for the remaining needed funds to complete the construction of the wall. By faith I have authorized workers to get started on the new wall by digging its foundation.
Would you consider being a part of the solution and help with the safety of the children? Grace International is a Christian Federal tax-exempt organization savings lives and reaching people to Jesus for more than 45 years in the Country of Haiti. All donations are tax-exempt.
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The New Jane Foss Russell Building at the University of Sydney has recently opened its doors to staff and students. The building is designed to raise the bar in green building. It has many green features, including Foamular Extruded Polystyrene Insulation and has achieved a 5-Star Green Star Rating
Foamular Extruded Polystyrene was used for a roof membrane system and under the Main Plaza. 4500 meters square of Foamular was used throughout the project. 60 mm Foamular was chosen which gives an R-value of two.
The main plaza area is over 3000 square meters of public space, but there are partially underground floors below. Foamular inhibits heat transfer between the plaza and the lower levels, improving energy efficiency. Foamular’s high compressive strength also means it is safe to walk and drive on, and pavers can be laid over it, avoiding excessive concrete and environmentally damaging materials.
on slab roofing insulation membraneFoamular is just one of the many features that work in unison to achieve the 5-Star Green Star Rating. The building includes the innovative chilled beams system, solar panels on the roof, energy efficient lighting, and water tanks that are expected to save 60 % of potable water consumption.
The Jane Foss Russell building is a pioneering example of contemporary 21st century architecture that has been designed to be the university hub for student activity and link two separate campuses together.
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The roof membrane provides superior resistance from solar generated heat. This inhibits heat radiating from the roof terrace into the building. The efficiency of roof insulation is key to maintaining the chilled beam cooling system. When heat entering the building is limited by Foamular, the chilled beam system is more efficient and reduces energy costs.
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Matt LeonardWednesday, October 17, 2018
Skybound Games’ Ian Howe has met with dozens of ex-Telltale developers to finish The Walking Dead: The Final Season. The Skybound Games The Walking Dead acquisition has come after Telltale let go of most of its staff last month. Howe said in a recent Reddit AMA that he has met with over 40 members of the Telltale Games team as of last week.
Reddit user mrblackop714 asked Howe in the AMA who Skybound is hiring from the ex-Telltale team. Howe didn’t disclose names of team members but he did say this that they are talking to some of the same Telltale people.
“At this stage, we’re still in discussions with various members of the team and I met over 40 of them last week to discuss our plans moving forwards. They know what we’re trying to do and as soon as the lawyers have done their thing, we’ll be able to speak more openly,” he said.
In another set of questions from mrblackop714 regarding ex-Telltale devs Howe went more in depth. Howe noted that because of where each company was located (Skybound in Los Angeles while Telltale is in the San Francisco Bay Area) it’s not an easy task for ex-Telltale developers to uproot to LA. Howe mentioned the possibility of finding a new location for the team to work from.
The other key thing Howe said is that Telltale Games would often cycle employees from one team to the next, depending on where production was. Skybound doesn’t want to bring people in just to do a few weeks of work and then be done again. He stressed that each person brought their own unique situation, and Skybound is trying to take each individually.
Skybound Games The Walking Dead was announced on October 6, as Skybound had reached an agreement to pick up Telltale’s project. The decision brought joy and ire to the gaming community. Some were just happy to know that Clementine’s story would be completed, while others were concerned over working conditions and paying severance to those affected by Telltale’s closure.
The AMA also brought other news with it, including a vague promise of an eventual release schedule for the next two episodes of The Final Season. There was also interest in bringing back composer Jared Emerson-Johnson, who has worked on The Walking Dead series since the first season.
Skybound Entertainment was founded by Robert Kirkman — co-creator of The Walking Dead. Skybound Games was launched earlier this year at the beginning of April as the games publishing arm of Skybound. Howe is Skybound Games’ CEO, and was previously the president of 505 Games and spent time at Activision and Maxis before that. Kent Mudle is also attached to the revival of The Walking Dead Telltale series and is a former creative director at Telltale where he worked for over eight years.
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Japanese retailer says hacking 3DS will brick the device
By Mark_Raby 2011-03-08T08:27:28.66Z
Nintendo apparently pulling out the big guns to prevent piracy
There are all sorts of anti-piracy measures built intoNintendo's 3DS hardwareand its games, but now a retailer in Japan says there's an even stronger deterrent to prevent players from running unauthorized 3DS software.
Used games store Enterking has a notification on its website warning consumers about irreversible consequences if they try to tamper with the device's security features.
"If you use equipment or devices not approved by Nintendo ... [your 3DS] may no longer start," reads the notification, according to a Google translation.
The retailer also notes it will not buy back a 3DS system if it has a record of running "unapproved equipment."
Nintendo hasn't said anything to the public about this specific measure. However, in January, Nintendo UK general manager David Yarntonconfidently said, "We can't divulge any technical details on [the 3DS's anti-piracy tech] but needless to say this is probably one of our best pieces of equipment in that respect. There are a lot of things we've learnt over time to try and improve the security and protection - not only of our IP but of our third-party publishers' IP as well."
Piracy remains a hot-button issue in the industry elsewhere, asSony is in the middle of a high-profilelegal battleover notorious PS3 hacker George Hotz. With more and more devices launching each year andhacking cultureconstantly evolving, piracy isnot going away anytime soon, so game companies are really pumping up their offensive stance.
The best rule of thumb is and always has been, if you care about warranties and online performance, just use the device the way it was intended, with legal, authorized software (cuethe "The More You Know" music).
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Q. Enclosed are pictures of a gas engine generator which I purchased at an antique store in Valley City, North Dakota, this year. I have found no manufacturer's nameplate or a hint of other identifying marks. I would like any information on this genset, such as: voltage output, manufacture and date, possible parts supply, color and operating instructions. Harlan Terms, 5335 Fairhill Road, Bismarck, ND 58503. 701-220-7665; e-mail: darlinhar-lin@hotmail.com
36/2/15 Clem Te Bow wrote to tell us that the picture shown in 36/2/15 is a piston vise. 'It holds most automotive and industrial pistons up to about 6 inches in diameter. It was used on a bench to assemble rods and pistons, in a mill or drill press to do machine work. The one shown was probably made in the early 1900s and think they are still made in some form today.'
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Robert Jessup of P.O. Box 118, Clarcona, FL 32710 wrote in response to the photo and caption on the Traxler 'Bread Winner' that appeared on page 29 of our April Issue: 'The story on the Traxler leads me to believe they were describing an internal combustion engine. However, the photo makes me think it is a steamer. The pipes from the valves maybe carry steam to the top of two cylinders? This must have been a heller to steer! I've researched every book on old tractors and manufacturers that I can find and no luck on any Traxler. Perhaps someone else has turned up more data on this unusual tractor?
35/8/8 In response to Mr. Sundeen's query about the Cushman Cub color, it is so that most were gray, but some were other colors. A while back, I acquired an R-14 2 HP sold by Sears under the Farm Master logo. It is red, like Economy. It is a rather modern type (30s-40s?). It is in very good condition.
I have a ten year collection of GEMs. Nowhere have I seen anything on the Fuller & Johnson AH (radiator cooled single) except the query I made back in '95, I believe. Are there any F&J AH's out there, or are they forgotten and unmentioned? The one I have turns freely and the mag fires hot. With the exception of a missing fuel tank and rust on the dog house, it's in fairly good shape. The radiator has a big plug of JB weld on the core, so it may need a recore job (beyond the range of my piggy at this time).T. J. Shipman, R-2 Box 371-12, Buchannon, WV 26201.
Lathe Response
In several columns, Mr. Wendel has discussed old lathes in his Closing Word. We heard this month from Ed Hobbs of 4417 Inwood Road, Raleigh, NC 27603, (hobbsed@msn.com) who collects antique tools (primarily woodworking tools) in addition to tractors and engines:
'One of my main areas of interest is foot powered tools. While not a mainstream area of interest, I find these machines to be beautiful, very functional and mechanically efficient. Most of my foot powered equipment is for woodworking as there were many more saws and lathes made for wood as compared to metal lathes.
'The metal working lathe (RW-1) was made by Seneca Falls and was a Star brand. It had an eleven inch swing and 36 inches between centers. This one was missing part of the treadle unit which is very common. An old Century electric motor made in the teens was being used to power the unit. I was able to borrow the original parts that were missing and have them recast. I plan to get it fully restored and then will be able to use it with either foot power or electric power. While the lathe was missing some of the treadle parts, all of the attachments including the gears for thread cutting were found with the lathe. She is sweet to run and still works very well.
'The other lathe (RW-2) is an example of a wood lathe. It was made by W. F. & John Barnes and is known as a #3. Barnes was a competitor of Seneca Falls and also made a full line of metal lathes. The #3 uses a bicycle type of power known as 'Velocipede.' Foot powered wood working tools were noted for very decorative pin striping which shows in this picture.
'At present I have about 20 different pieces of foot powered equipment and can go on and on about it. In demonstrating at historic sites and similar events, it always draws a crowd. A lot of people can't believe that the stuff was actually used in commercial wood working shops. The smaller 'hobby' versions of saws and lathes were very popular as well with literally many, many thousands made. Today, as you know, they are getting very hard to find as the vast majority of them were discarded when electricity became available in the 1920s and 1930s. The war scrap metal drives also took a very heavy toll. Preserving these is very important to me as it is a key part of our past.'
Closing Word
We all look forward to Mr. Wendel's return to the helm of this column, which should occur in the July issue! If you have sent us a letter recently, and haven't yet seen it in print, please be patient. We have a bit of a backlog now, but that should clear up in the months ahead. We find that once show season begins (and that is about now!) our readers spend more time out operating engines than asking questions about them! Nonetheless, our new e-mail system has brought us more queries, and we are grateful for them. Enjoy yourself and remember, safety first!
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In 1998, he performed in Switzerlandat the Ascona Jazz Festivalwith vocalist Jewel Brown. He has also appeared at the Corpus Christi Jazz Festival and Trinity Church Jazz Festival, and at the Kemah Boardwalk Jazz Fest, where he was the recipient of the 2009 Kemah Boardwalk Jazz Achievement Award.
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The following year he was a founder member of the Society of Wood Engravers and during the next 15 years he produced approximately 135 wood engravings before abandoning the medium. However Nash continued to make prints in different media including lithographs, etchings and engravings on metal, his subject matter often rural landscapes. Nash died in 1977.
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Trump Administration Will Oppose Chicago Police Reforms
Jeff Sessions' announcement came the day after President Donald Trump -- who has repeatedly highlighted Chicago's stubborn gun violence -- suggested the department employ stop-and-frisk policing to battle crime.
by Tribune News Service | October 10, 2018 AT 10:30 AM
By Dan Hinkel
Once again wading into the contentious battle over policing and violent crime in Chicago, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Tuesday announced he would file a statement in federal court opposing the proposed court order that would force sweeping changes to the city's Police Department.
Sessions' announcement came the day after President Donald Trump -- who has repeatedly highlighted Chicago's stubborn gun violence -- suggested the department employ stop-and-frisk policing to battle crime.
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Sessions revealed his plan weeks before a federal judge is scheduled to hear public comments on the proposed consent decree, a court order that would mandate reforms overseen by an independent monitoring team. The decree would likely stand as one of the most significant consequences of the push for police reform sparked nearly three years ago with the release of the video of Officer Jason Van Dyke shooting Laquan McDonald 16 times.
On Friday, Van Dyke was convicted of second-degree murder and 16 counts of aggravated battery.
The written announcement from the Department of Justice referenced another controversial oversight deal governing policing in Chicago -- the agreement between the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois and the city that required cops to more thoroughly document street stops. Sessions argued that the deal led to a spike in homicides.
"Chicago's agreement with the ACLU in late 2015 dramatically undercut proactive policing in the city ... with homicides increasing more than 57 percent the very next year," Sessions said in the statement.
"Now the city's leaders are seeking to enter into another agreement. It is imperative that the city not repeat the mistakes of the past -- the safety of Chicago depends on it. Accordingly, at the end of this week, the Justice Department will file a statement of interest opposing the proposed consent decree. It is critical that Chicago get this right."
A "statement of interest" is a mechanism the Justice Department has used to weigh in on legal cases, but such statements carry no inherent legal weight, according to lawyers familiar with those documents. They resemble amicus briefs, which lawyers can file in an effort to sway a judge's view of a case, attorneys said.
The forthcoming consent decree is a product of a Justice Department investigation initiated shortly after the city was forced in November 2015 to release video of Van Dyke, a white police officer, shooting McDonald, a black teenager who was carrying a knife. The video led to heated street protests fueled by long-standing anger among African-Americans over their treatment by police.
In January 2017 -- the waning days of an Obama administration that often sought to intervene in local police departments -- the Justice Department issued a report portraying CPD as a broken institution plagued by bad training, lax supervision and rare discipline for cops. Mayor Rahm Emanuel agreed to work toward a consent decree.
But then Trump took office and appointed Sessions, who has criticized federal intervention in local law enforcement. Emanuel announced he would try to negotiate an out-of-court agreement to overhaul the Police Department -- a move blasted by reform advocates who said a federal judge's oversight was needed to bring lasting change to the force.
In August 2017, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan sued the city to force a consent decree and the mayor agreed to negotiate. Groups including Black Lives Matter Chicago and the ACLU also sued seeking changes, and the Emanuel administration and Madigan's office reached a deal giving those groups a role in guiding the eventual consent decree.
The city and Madigan's office have submitted a proposed decree that would aim to create tighter restrictions on use of force, closer supervision of officers and a more effective disciplinary system, among other policy changes. U.S. District Judge Robert Dow Jr. has scheduled court hearings for late October, at which the public can comment on the prospective order.
Madigan spokeswoman Maura Possley noted in a written statement that Sessions plans to weigh in against a court order grounded in the findings of the department he now runs.
"As the Justice Department found after an extensive investigation, Chicago residents and police officers have endured decades of serious problems that have endangered too many lives," she said. "It's not surprising that this Justice Department is opposing real reform."
In a joint statement, Emanuel and police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said that "public safety reforms have public safety benefits."
"The Trump Administration never ceases to amaze, and this is just further proof that they are out of step with the people of Chicago and out of touch with reality," the statement said.
Sessions' opposition to the consent decree dovetails with the perspective of the union that represents rank-and-file officers, the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police, which has sought unsuccessfully to have the litigation dismissed. Union President Kevin Graham could not be reached for comment.
Chicago Tribune's John Byrne contributed.
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VA Secretary Robert Wilkie said that "unions using VA facilities should have to pay their fair share." Andrew Harnik / AP
VA Issues Eviction Notices to Unions at Its Facilities
Unions can keep office space if they pay their "fair share," VA says as it implements Trump's executive orders.
The Veterans Affairs Department will evict unions that have office space in agency facilities or force them to pay rent by early next year, as VA begins implementing executive orders issued by President Trump.
The department will also severely restrict the unions’ ability to conduct representational work while on the clock as part of a process known as official time. Union officials will only be able to spend one-quarter of their time doing such work and cannot provide assistance to VA employees pursuing grievances against the department, the department said in a new policy announced Friday. The changes will bring VA in line with the requirements of Trump’s orders.
The unions must vacate their office space or begin paying rent by Jan. 31, 2020. They must tell VA of their decision by Jan. 10. The department will inform the unions next month of what their rental costs would be to remain in the facilities. Unions currently maintain office space at agency facilities across the country at no cost to the organizations.
The new policies follow the reinstatement of three executive orders Trump first issued in 2018 that sought to rein in the use of official time across government, as well as other steps to limit their influence and power. The orders were blocked by a federal judge in May of last year, but an appeals court overturned that decision this summer. Last month, the Office of Personnel Management gave agencies the go ahead to move forward with the orders and offered guidance for their implementation.
VA previously said implementing the orders could lead to the repurposing of hundreds of thousands of square feet of office space and spending the $49 million it paid employees on official time on other priorities such as suicide prevention.
“Common sense dictates that VA employees’ main focus should be providing veterans the best possible care, benefits and customer service,” VA Secretary Robert Wilkie said on Friday. “At the same time, unions using VA facilities should have to pay their fair share. These executive orders will help ensure that’s the case.”
In addition to the official time changes, Trump’s executive orders will shorten the length of performance improvement plans to 30 days, exempt adverse personnel actions from grievance proceedings and streamline collective bargaining negotiations. The appeals court in September vacated a previous ruling that struck down many elements of the orders, concluding the unions must take their fight to the Federal Labor Relations Authority.
OPM’s guidance instructed agencies to renegotiate collective bargaining agreements at the “earliest date permitted by law” and to consult with their legal offices about putting in place provisions of the orders that conflict with existing contracts. Agency Director Dale Cabaniss said last month further guidance is forthcoming, but in the meantime agencies “should immediately review the EOs to ensure that they are fully compliant with all requirements or are taking steps to become compliant with requirements at the soonest feasible opportunity.”
The American Federation of Government Employees, which represents most VA employees, has warned that the provisions of its previous contract remain in effect and any effort to unwind them without further negotiation would be met with a legal challenge. VA previously said it would bargain with AFGE over the changes if the union made such a request.
Alma Lee, president of AFGE's National VA council, said the union will call for negotiations and asked members to begin preserving all records in case they are eventually denied access to their offices.
“This is a punitive and illegal action that’s intended to silence employees and discourage them from reporting mismanagement or other abuses that harm veterans’ care,” Lee said. “We will pursue any and all legal options at the national and local levels to challenge this illegal activity and preserve employees’ collective bargaining rights.”
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Rare Genetic Disorders
Special Series: You & Your Genome
Needles in Genomic Haystacks
By David Kattenburg
Stephanie and Owen Reimer, a Mennonite couple in Steinbach, Manitoba, have been sorely challenged by something they’re striving to overcome.
Three of their boys died before or shortly after birth from a rare disorder, seemingly genetic in origin. Their one child — a boy — is healthy. They’d like to have another.
Until recently, folks like Stephanie and Owen had nothing to go by when planning a new pregnancy. The origin of disorders such as theirs defied definition; the probability of it happening again defied prediction. Prenatal testing for a putative culprit gene was out of the question.
Now, a first-of-its kind web portal is allowing clinicians and geneticists around the world to match unusual symptoms with known mutant genes, and to provide firm counseling to patients in search of answers.
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Phenome Central is a collaborative project of Care for Rare Canada and Australia, the US National lnstitute of Health’s Undiagnosed Diseases Program, and RD-Connect, in Europe. Officially launched on February 28, the web site compiles anonymized case data on rare diseases, enabling clinicians with only their own case to go by to connect with others who’ve been dealing with something similar.
An estimated 350 million people suffer from some 7000 rare genetic and metabolic disorders, many linked to a single faulty gene. Clinicians might stumble across one of these once in their lifetime, and have no idea what they’re dealing with.
Dr. Cheryl Greenberg
Such was the case Dr. Cheryl Rockman-Greenberg encountered fifteen years ago, in the form of a Winnipeg boy named William. “I remember him very well,” recalls Greenberg, head of the Department of Pediatrics and Child Health at the University of Manitoba, and Medical Director of the Child Health Program at Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Center. “I remember seeing him as an infant. “He had some unusual features, which in genetics is kind of a flag that you should do more genetic studies.”
Through Canada’s Care for Rare network, Greenberg has pursued a definitive diagnosis of young William’s condition. “If we have children with undiagnosed genetic or metabolic syndromes that we feel are likely single-gene, the ability to make a diagnosis through whole exome sequencing, or rapid throughput sequencing, will allow us to be very precise; not just what the diagnosis is, but what is the pattern of inheritance.”
William’s proud mum, Pauline
Confirming a genetic disorder’s identity also hinges on establishing its key signs and symptoms – its “phenotype.” In the past, phenotypic descriptions have been hindered by the unsystematic and sloppy terminology of attending clinicians.
Dr. Michael Brudno designed the Phenome Central portal
“We would get one line of text describing it, which was full of abbreviations, full of typos, and really impossible for a computer to understand,” recalls Dr. Michael Brudno, a University of Toronto bioinformatician who set out to compile complementary sets of genotypic and phenotypic data within a single algorithm – Phenome Central.
“As a human I could make it out, but as soon as I tried to develop an algorithm which tries to match the genotype to the phenotype, I need the computer to understand the phenotype. And having a completely nonsensical line of text does not cut it. So what we started doing is trying to figure out how can we enable clinicians to capture phenotypes precisely.”
The solution to Brudno’s problem was an “ontology” or standardized vocabulary of phenotypes developed by a group of computational biologists at the Institute for Medical Genetics and Human Genetics in Bonn, Germany. Matched with precise gene sequence data, the institute’s Human Phenotype Ontology makes it much easier for identical cases of a genetic disorder – and their attending clinicians – to be brought together.
Improved patient counseling is another welcome outcome.
Counseling can be in the form of advice to the couple,” says Michael Brudno. “Well, if you have kids from now on, this is the likelihood that they will also develop this disease; this is the kind of testing we can offer you if you do decide to have more kids, to figure out prenatally whether your kids are going to be developing something like this, so that you can better plan your family.”
Dr. Patrick Frosk
This is the sort of counseling Stephanie and Owen Reimer received, following the discovery of “their” rogue gene by Winnipeg clinical geneticist Patrick Frosk.
With the aid of Zebra fish (easy to study, because they’re transparent), Frosk isolated the recessive allele on Stephanie and Owen’s #10 chromosomes, and gave the disorder it causes a name: HARMS – a memorable acronym of its four key phenotypes: hydranencephaly, renal dysplasia, multinucleated neurons and syndactily.
With any luck, Phenome Central will help identify other cases of HARMS, wherever they are in the world, for the benefit of affected families and their physicians.
For the Reimers, beating the odds on a fifth pregnancy, while reconciling technology and faith, are questions foremost in their minds.
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Jumping through hoops - how social housing commercial loans came of age
By Derek Hogg 29 Aug 2017
Two years ago, when commenting on the funding landscape for Scottish Registered Social Landlords (RSLs), I noted the lack of longer-term funding from the main lenders to the sector, and the emergence of alternatives, such as private placements and other bond-linked funding, and the development of the HARIS initiative.
Since then, HARIS has come and gone, with one of the reasons given for discontinuing the project being that the funding market had eased and that HARIS members were experiencing fewer difficulties accessing funding. Is that the case?
Certainly, if a RSL is looking to borrow just now, it may well receive multiple lending proposals from funders, demonstrating a significant appetite among a broader spread of lenders, including not just the banks who have traditionally lent to the sector, but also other lenders who have been increasing their profile and loan book over the last two or three years, such as Triodos, CAF Bank, Unity Trust and GB Social Housing. The lending terms, however, may still only be for 10 or 15 years, which leaves the RSL and its board with the risk of having to refinance the loan when it falls due to be repaid.
Private placements – the trend continues
In 2015, Harper Macleod worked on the first private placements undertaken by Scottish RSLs, when we acted on behalf of Link Group and Hanover (Scotland) HA.
The trend for RSLs to look for longer-term investment from institutions other than the usual banks has continued in the intervening period, during which we have acted for Link Group again, as well as for Port of Leith HA and Albyn Housing Society, in arranging new loan facilities to assist those RSLs with their development programmes, coupled with long-term (30-year) private placement investment from London-based institutions.
Based upon discussions with other clients about their funding plans, this trend seems likely to continue, allowing RSLs to take advantage of the historically-low gilt prices in order to secure significant long-term funding on attractive terms.
The attraction for those institutions who have placed funds with Scottish RSLs is that the long-term fixed interest stream generated from the transactions can be matched with the commitments which those institutions – pension funds and insurance companies – have to their customers, and it represents an attractive rate of return in the current low-interest environment.
The stability of Scottish RSLs and the Scottish regulatory and grant-funding environments are also attractive to investors – often more so compared with the sector in England, given the intervention of the UK government on rent levels, tenancy duration and the promotion of the right to buy – although equally there are Scottish-specific factors which potential investors will weigh up, including of course the independence debate and the place of Scotland in a post-Brexit United Kingdom.
The private placement process
One of the workshops at our National Housing Conference this year focused on these issues, with presentations from Heather Kiteley of Port of Leith HA, who shared her experience of the private placement process, and from Port of Leith’s treasury adviser, David Rider of Capita, who provided his take on available funding options more generally, based upon experience on both sides of the Border.
For my part, there are key legal and commercial issues which have consistently emerged from these private placement transactions, and from the other lending transactions which we have acted in for other clients in recent months.
There’s no such thing as easy money
The requirements of lenders grow ever-more specific and onerous in relation to the matters to be covered in the finance documents, certificates of title and in their reporting requirements, all of which have a knock-on impact for the borrower and its advisers, including in relation to levels of professional indemnity insurance cover, the availability of different valuation bases to assess security values, security trusts, and the specific terms of section 107 consents.
These requirements are perhaps reflective of an increasing tendency in the lending market generally to treat social housing loans in much the same way as any other commercial loan when it comes to due diligence, risk-control, documentation and security requirements. All of which can be hard to argue against, but equally it can mean that, while the prize of long-term competitively priced money awaits, there are many hoops to jump through first!
For more information on funding matters, contact:
Derek Hogg | 0131 247 2543
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Guam's mayors announce Village News for April 6, 2019
Find the latest updates and events happening in the community in this week's Village News.
Guam's mayors announce Village News for April 6, 2019 Find the latest updates and events happening in the community in this week's Village News. Check out this story on guampdn.com: https://www.guampdn.com/story/life/2019/04/05/guams-mayors-announce-village-news-april-6-2019/3349800002/
Pacific Daily News Published 6:30 p.m. ChT April 5, 2019
ALL VILLAGES
Report suspicious activity to the Guam Police Department. Call your mayor’s office to join a neighborhood watch program in your village.
If you have information that can solve a crime, call the Crime Stoppers’ hotline at 477-HELP (4357) or submit a tip to http://guam.crimestoppersweb.com. You can remain anonymous. Tips that lead to an arrest and conviction may earn you a cash reward.
Visit your mayor’s office to update residential information. Call for required documents. The head of household must be present to make changes.
Report burned-out streetlights, overgrown vegetation, water leaks, etc., to your mayor’s office.
Report illegal dumping to your mayor’s office, gpdlitterbug@gmail.com or call 647-8923.
Burning without a permit is illegal. Call your local fire station for more information.
Animal Control, police and mayors are authorized to remove unleashed animals from public or private property. Owners may be held liable for injuries inflicted by pets. Report strays to your mayor’s office or call 300-7965.
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mayormcdonald@hotmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10:30 a.m. April 21 at the SSGT. Pedro C. Pangelinan/Agana Heights Baseball Field. Age division is 1-10.
Agana Heights annual Coconut Fair April 26-28: 6 to 10 p.m. April 26, noon to 8 p.m. April 27 and noon to 6 p.m. April 28 at the Agana Heights Mayor's Office grounds.
Interested vendors or entertainment, contact Angie Jamanila-Gumataotao or Genny Reyes at Agana Heights Mayor’s Office at 472-8285/6.
Agana Heights “Fun in the Sun" Summer Camp program: Summer Camp Program enrollment for the upcoming summer will begin April 17. Sessions are five weeks each: First session: May 28 to June 28. Second session: July 1 to Aug. 2. Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Limited enrollment. Contact Angie Jamanila-Gumataotao or Genny Reyes at Agana Heights Mayor’s Office at 472-8285/6.
Zumba classes: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Agana Heights Community Center. Classes are free.
Neighborhood Watch Program: This is to inform you that our community has had recent burglaries (break-ins) to our homes/vehicles in Agana Heights and, as a friendly reminder, we encourage all residents to please secure your personal belongings, home and vehicles at all times.
We also encourage you to be aware of your surroundings and that you report any suspicious activities and or vehicles in your residential area immediately to the Guam Police Department.
Please note that our Agana Heights Neighborhood Watch Program remains active, and the success of our program is all about neighbors watching out for their neighbors.
Should you have any questions or concerns contact the office or email mayormcdonald@hotmail.com.
open burning/authorized controlled burning: Residents may burn in the community, but would need a permit from the Guam Fire Department. There are certain restrictions that need to be followed and burning must be contained and monitored carefully by the resident. Burning is only authorized from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday through Sunday only.
Illegal use of firearms: It is illegal to use any form of firearms in the community. We have received several reports of unknown individuals that are reportedly using firearms within the neighborhood. This is a safety concern, as often times, casings or bullets are found near homes. Also, it is extremely dangerous, as there are children or elderly around and near these homes. Anyone suspected of using any form of firearms will be reported to the authorities.
Illegal dumping: Absolutely no public dumping and/or littering at the Agana Heights Mayor’s trailer, trash bins or public areas. Anyone caught dumping will be fined and reported to proper authorities.
Reckless driving/speeding in the village: We have received numerous calls regarding reckless driving or speeding in the village. Residents are strongly advised to drive with caution in the village, most importantly when children are present, while walking to and from their homes to school or the bus stop. While approaching school zones or bus stop areas, please be aware of children and reduce speed limit.
Stray dogs: There is a leash law stating all dogs must be on a leash or caged, to avoid being fined or your pet being taken away, please abide by the leash law. To report any stray dogs, please contact our office 472-8285/6, we will take a report and notify Animal Control Unit immediately.
Permit only: Tutujan Park, Coconut Park and the AHMO Outdoor Hut/Stage Area is used by permit only. All reservations must be made with the Agana Heights Mayor’s Office. For more information contact the Agana Heights Mayor’s Office.
Mayor Kevin James T. Susuico
Vice Mayor Christopher J. Fejeran
agatmo.2017@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 3 to 5 p.m. at the Agat Baseball Field. Age division is 4 and below, 4 to 7 and 8 to 10. Village residents only.
Residents are reminded not to put out any junk/debris/household trash along the roadsides and to call the office for more information on how to dispose of those items properly.
Residents may also call Guam Solid Waste at 646-3111 to set up for bulky waste (appliances and household furniture) collection for a small fee.
Residents are reminded to please tie up or cage their dogs. Stray dogs may be reported to the office or to Department of Agriculture at 300-7965.
We are seeking candidates ages 5-12, and 55 and above for the 13th annual Agat Mango Festival Royal Court. Call the office for more details.
The 13th Annual Agat Mango Festival vendor applications are being accepted at the office. All vendors are welcomed. Call the office for more information.
Entertainers needed for the 13th annual Agat Mango Festival. Contact Carmen at 565-2524.
Residents are asked to report any illegal/suspicious activity to the office or to GPD at 475-8642.
ASAN-MAINA
Mayor Frankie A. Salas
472-6581/479-2726
asanmainamayor@gmail.com
amoffice2017@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. April 20 at the Asan Community Center. Age division is 2 to 12 years old. Bring your own baskets!
The Asan-Maina Community Center is currently under reservation and the Mayor's Office is still open. Please call the Mayor's Office for info. regarding usage and reservations for the center.
The Asan basketball court is closed as renovations are still ongoing.
The Mayor's Office is seeking single women between the ages of 18-25 to represent Asan-Maina for the 75th Liberation Queen. Anyone interested is asked to call the Mayor's Office for more info.
MixxedFit fitness is offered every Wednesday at the Asan Community Center. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. and is free of charge and open to the public.
Parents/guardians, please be advised that the curfew for minors is 10 p.m. Minors are not allowed at the playground or community center or walking on the streets past curfew.
The Mayor's Office is no longer accepting white goods, green waste or any other household goods until further notice. Call the office if you have any questions or concerns.
Do not place white goods or green waste out on the sidewalk. Items should be properly disposed.
BARRIGADA
Mayor June U. Blas
Vice Mayor Jessie P. Bautista
734-3724-5/34/36
bmosports@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. to noon April 20 at the Tiyan Leahy Softball Fields. Age division is newborn to 12 years of age. Residents interested in donating for this event are welcome to call or visit the mayor’s office.
Please pardon our progress. Motorists traversing on Route 8 are advised to travel with caution as we construct the new traffic intersection on Canada Toto Loop Road as well as repairing all potholes.
Motorists are advised to be courteous of walkers and runners and to traverse carefully and cautiously.
In preparation of the 75th Liberation Day festivities, we would like to invite candidates to represent the beautiful village of Barrigada. All those interested may contact the office for more information.
Free MixxedFit on Mondays at the Barrigada Mayors' Office from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Residents are advised that Animal Rights Activists are conducting a village-wide resident pet assessment. Residents are hereby informed to provide adequate housing and food to pet animals in order to avoid being legally sanctioned or penalty fines. For additional information, refer to Public Law 31-05, 10, Guam Code Annotated, Chapter 34, relative to Keeping Animals in Guam.
CHALAN PAGO-ORDOT
Mayor Jessy C. Gogue
472-8302/03/477-1333 or fax 477-7131
ocp.mayor@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 4 to 6:30 p.m. April 17. Egg hunt begins around 5 p.m. at Chalan Pago Community Center and Baseball Field. Light refreshments will be provided.
Neighborhood WhatsApp: A Pago Bay neighborhood watch WhatsApp group was created more than a month ago. The objective of these village groups are to share real time info. among residents in your area, in an attempt to curb crime that has been plaguing our island. If you would like to join any of our village groups, please email Mayor Gogue at ocp.mayor@gmail.com with your name, cell phone number and the group you would like to be added to.
Vehicle Removal: The Mayor’s Office is ready to process requests for the disposal of abandon vehicles on private property. If you need a vehicle removed from your property, you must fill out and submit the required forms, available at the office. This program is being monitored by Guam EPA and the forms are necessary, for compliance.
No car washes at Shine Plaza: Shine Market has informed the Mayor’s Office that they will no longer allow car washes fundraisers to take place at Shine Plaza in Ordot. Contact the mayor’s office for more information.
Register your household: It is our goal to maintain a database record of all residents living in our village. By registering in advance, it will allow our office to promptly provide any member of your household, a verification of residency or VOR, when necessary.
Guam War Claims: Survivors of World War II are reminded that the deadline to file for a war claim for the suffering they endured is fast approaching. Please be aware that all claims must be notarized and mailed the Federal Foreign Claims Settlement Commission in Washington, D.C.
Community Outreach: Looking to perform a community outreach project? Contact the mayor’s office. We seek help from the community in cleaning up: Route 10 (Vietnam Veterans’ Hwy.): from the Route 4 intersection to Tangerine Lane, Mangilao; Route 15 (Maimai Road): from the Route 15/Route 4 intersection to the Department of Corrections and Pago Bay Beach.
Fire danger: Due to dry weather this time of the year, residents are asked not to burn trash on their property. Permits for open burning must be obtained from GFD. You can be issued a citation if you are found burning without a permit.
Job openings: Government of Guam agencies with a human resources division regularly update their website with current job opportunities. Visit: www.hireguam.com and www.usajobs.gov.
Mayor Melissa B. Savares
Vice Mayor Frank A. Benavente
632-5203/5019/637-9014
melissa.savares@gmail.com
frankabenavente17@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. April 20 at the Lencho Park, next to the Dededo Senior Citizen Center. Age division: 1 to 10. There will be prizes and treats available for all children. Bring your own baskets!
Parents and Guardians are reminded that the curfew law for children 17 and below is 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and Friday and Saturday at midnight. All children must be home or under the supervision of a responsible adult known to them. This also applies to summer months as well. Let's keep our children safe this summer.
Residents needing verification of residence can call in advance to request for a VOR provided that you are already registered and no changes to your household. VOR's will be ready the next business day.
Families with children using our various bus shelters are asked to speak to your children about the safety rules while waiting at the bus shelter. Many children are running out to the roadways without looking both ways before crossing the street. Let us work together to keep our children safe during these last few weeks of the school year.
Couples interested in participating in the WestCare Couples Date Night are advised to call the Mayor's Office to sign up. This is a six-week session for couples. Child care is available.
Motorist are reminded to follow posted speed limit signs throughout the village.
Residents may call in advance to request for verification of residence provided that your household is registered and there are no changes. VOR's will be ready the next business day.
Residents are reminded to keep all pets restrained to your private properties. Loose dogs continue to be a threat to our children walking to school and bus stops. Let us work together to keep our children safe.
Zumba sessions from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday and Thursday at Macheche Community Center. All are welcome!
Aerobics fitness available at 6 p.m. Monday through Friday at the front porch of the mayor's office.
Hot Hula Fitness from 7 to 8 p.m. every Monday at Dededo Senior Center and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Macheche Community Center.
Mayor John A. Cruz
477-8045/7
hagatnamayor@hotmail.com
Burning: It is illegal to burn without a permit. Any person burning without a permit will be reported and may be subject to a citation. Our office encourages those who wish to burn to obtain a burning permit from the Guam Fire Department.
Verification requests: Villagers requesting a mayor's verification must have a current lease agreement and/or most recent rental payment receipt in order to obtain verification.
To report water leaks call the office at 477-8045/7 or Guam Waterworks Authority at 646-4211.
Mayor Doris F. Lujan
inarajanmayorsoffice@gmail.com
Inarajanguam.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. to noon April 21 across San Isidro Catholic Church. Age divisions: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-11. Village residents only.
Residents are highly encouraged to call a day in advance for Mayor’s Verification/Certification of Residency.
Residents are reminded to keep pets restrained or tied to your private properties. Pet owners are responsible for damages or injury caused by your pets. Unleashed dogs can be subject to a fine not to exceed $1,000 in addition to compensation to the injured party.
Mayor Allan G. Ungacta
Vice Mayor Thomas J. F. Duenas
734-2163/5731 Fax- 734-4130
Mayorallan.ungacta@yahoo.com
Vicemayortomduenas@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. April 20 at the children's park across Santa Teresita Catholic Church. Age divisions: 1-3, 4-6 and 7-10. Village residents only.
Guam Veterans Affairs Office has issued a registry form available at the mayor's office for Veterans that have not registered.
Please be aware of your surroundings and that you report any suspicious activities and or vehicles in your residential area immediately to the Guam Police Department Hagatna Precinct at 475-8541.
Bingo: MMPC will host a Monday night Bingo fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Mangilao Senior Center.
Mixxed Fit: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. with Nannette Palomo and Nikki Monforte at Mangilao Center.
Neighborhood Watch Program: Our Program remains active and in order to be successful we encourage our community to be involved with this program. For questions contact the office.
Night market: 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays. Interested vendors can call the office for assistance.
Stray dogs: We ask to keep pets on leashes in reference to the Guam Leash Law. There is a leash law stating all dogs must be on a leash or caged, to avoid being fined or your pet being taken away, please abide by the leash law. To report any stray dogs, contact the office 734-2163/5731, we will take a report and notify Animal Control from the Department of Agriculture or call 300-7965.
Facilities: All facilities to include Mangilao Center, Children’s Park, Latte Heights Park, Baseball Fields, Basket Ball Court require a permit and approval from the Mangilao Mayor’s Office.
MERIZO
Mayor Ernest T. Chargualaf
828-8312/2941/8772
mayorernest@yahoo.com
The Mayor would like to start a Neighborhood Watch Program. Any residents interested in joining please contact the Merizo Mayor's Office at 828-8312/2941.
MONGMONG-TOTO-MAITE
Mayor Rudy A. Paco
477-6758/9090 FAX 472-6494
mtmmayorpaco17@gmail.com
The MTM Neighborhood Watch will be holding their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. April 9 at the MTM Community Center. All members and interested residents are invited to attend.
Our MTM Neighborhood Watch will be strengthened and effective if the tri-village community actively participates in the program. Our mission is to ensure safety throughout the tri-village community so we ask all our residents to be diligent and keep their eyes and ears open and report all unusual activities.
Our Liberation Queen candidate is Aundra Therese “Laila” Santos, daughter of Narci San Agustin and granddaughter of Mrs. Concepcion Bamba Duenas Valenzuela aka "Baby Chong," familian Peperu.
We need your support in purchasing raffle tickets. Please help support our MTM Queen Candidate. Tickets are available at the mayor's office.
The MPC is sponsoring a dinner show event in support of our MTM Liberation Queen Candidate from 6 to 10 p.m. April 13 at Jimmy Dee’s Bar & Grill. Tickets are $35 for adults and $15 for children 4-12. All proceeds will go to our liberation queen candidate.
The MTM MPC is seeking individuals in MTM who would like to participate in the design of our village float contest for this year’s 75th Liberation Day Parade.
Contest is open to all ages and must be submitted to the mayor’s office no later than the close of business May 3. Winner will be announced the following week. This year’s theme is “A legacy of peace and friendship.” Please contact the Mayor’s Office for more information.
Thanks to all tri-village residents who assist the Mayor’s maintenance crew by cutting their grass all the way to the edge of the road. Your assistance and support of keeping our tri-village community clean and beautiful is most appreciated.
Mayor will be issuing citations to anyone caught illegally dumping or littering with the tri-village community. A hefty fine will be imposed.
All dog owners in the tri-village are requested to tie up your dogs and adhere to the leash law especially now with the school back in session. Also, please ensure your dogs are in appropriate shelters with adequate food and water. Any mistreatment of animals will be reported to GAIN.
The Mayor’s Office will only pick up debris in residential areas two times a year. Guam Solid Waste offers their residential customers two free pick-ups a year for up to five large items. Contact Guam Solid Waste at 646-3111 or 647-5058 to schedule your debris removal. The Mayor’s Office will no longer remove miscellaneous debris from all rental units to include apartment/condo/duplex units.
Signs are posted throughout the tri-village for all residents who walk their dogs and they poop on the shoulder of the roads.
Mayor Jesse L.G. Alig
Jesse.alig@pitiguam.com
Youths interested in playing baseball for the Piti Pirates who are between the ages of 7 to 9 can contact the Piti Mayors Office at 472-1232 or Carlos at 688-2152 for the upcoming season. There are no fees.
Mayor Dale E. Alvarez
565-2514/4337/4302/04
daleealvarez@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 9 a.m. April 13 at Jose Guzman Baseball Field. Age division is newborn to 16. Open to the public. There will be prizes and refreshments. Children should bring their baskets or containers.
Zumba classes: 6:45 p.m. Mon. and 6:10 p.m. Wed. $5 per session at senior community center.
Girls Scouts: Girls five years old and up wishing to join may contact Lupe Guzman Mafnas at 482-4701.
Akido: Beginners classes on Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Advance classes on Wednesdays and Friday for kids at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adults from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact Sensei Tom Tomasiak at 486-4272 for more info.
Community/medical fundraisers: Sunday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Call 565-2512/2514 for more info.
Burning permits: Permits to burn are available at the mayor’s office. Burning is only allowed with a permit and with restrictions. Restrictions are printed on the burn permits and may be picked up during normal working hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
Driving classes: The Mayor’s Office continues to establish a list for Cycle III driving class. For more info, please call the Mayor’s Office. Cycle III class schedule will be announced at a later date.
Basketball court: The basketball court at Pale Ferdinan Way (by H.S. Truman Elem.) has been vandalized. The perpetrators damaged both rims and threw trash all over the place. The incident was reported to GPD for further investigation. At this time, the basketball court at that location is closed to all activities. If anyone has any information regarding this matter contact the Mayor’s Office at 565-2514 or GPD (Agat Precinct) at 475-8642. You do not have to leave your name.
Back to Sumay is scheduled for April 6 on Naval Base Guam. More information will be provided as we get closer to the event date. Anyone interested in donating food or drinks for the event may contact Darlene Camacho at the Mayor’s Office.
Pets: Pets are not allowed in the baseball field or basketball courts. Please be reminded to leash/cage your pets and when walking your dogs, clean up after them. Animal waste is a threat to the health of our community.
Hot Hula: First, third, and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center. Fee: $5 per person.
SINAJANA
Mayor Robert Hofmann
Vice Mayor Rudy Don Iriarte
472-6707/477-3323/9229;FAX 462-5084
sinajanamayorsoffice@gmail.com
Sinajana Community Bingo is held every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday night at the center.
Games start at 6:45 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday. $1, $2 per card or $100 free play early bird game. Free snacks, coffee, soda, and water. Must be 18 years or older to play. Proceeds to benefit Sinajana community projects and programs.
Help wanted: Sinajana teens/adult leaders ages 15 and older.
Spend your Summer break with us, receive training, earn a stipend, have fun and help our community with our Sun-Sational Summer Camp Program.
Enthusiasm, flexibility, tolerance, creativity and good physical health required. Demonstration of leadership abilities is essential.
Slots are limited. All applications will be rated and evaluated. Pick up applications at the Sinajana Mayor's Office or email sinajanacamp@gmail.com. Deadline to apply is 5 p.m. April 30. Contact Leanza Selvidge for more information at 472-6707 or 477-3323.
TALOFOFO
Mayor Vicente S. Taitague
talofofomayor@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 10 a.m. to noon April 20 next to the Police Koban. Open invitation for all.
The Talofofo Mayor’s Office is looking for a young lady interested in being Talofofo’s candidate for the Liberation Day Queen. For more information contact the office.
Talofofo Banana Festival is scheduled for April 26-28 at Ipan Beach Park. Vendors are encouraged to register. Space is limited. Deadline to register is April 22.
If anyone is interested in joining the Mister and Miss Banana Contest for youth ages 5 to 12 years old. Deadline to register is April 24. Call the office for more information.
Residents experiencing wild pig destruction to your property, help is available! You can call the wild life service. Speak with Shane Martinez for assistance at 635-4400, 685-3969 or the Mayor’s Office.
Reminder to all pedestrians in the village: Please be cautious of motorists when traveling on road ways. There have been concerns of children walking on the road and not wanting to move in when motorist(s) are passing by. Please inform and remind your children of the dangers when walking. Reminders to all motorists, please be cautious for our pedestrians. Thank you for keeping our village safe.
Residents are encouraged to secure all valuables outside of homes and vehicles. Please be on the look out for any criminal activity. To make a report call the Agat Precinct at 475-8644/46/43 and 472-8915 or the Mayor’s Office. Thank you for helping to keep our village safe.
Be on the lookout for any illegal dumping activity in our village. Anyone caught dumping illegally will be fined. You may call the Agat Precinct at 475-8644/46/43 or 472-8915, Talofofo Mayor’s Office or Charles Naputi at 898-4794 after hours.
The Talofofo Mayor’s Office urges all resident’s to apply for residential trash bins at GSWA.
TAMUNING-TUMON-HARMON
Mayor Louise C. Rivera
Vice Mayor Kenneth Santos
mayorlcrivera.tatuha@gmail.com
vicemayorksantos.tatuha@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: welcoming of families is at 4 p.m. April 20 with a Magic Ryan Show.
Our 2019 75th Liberation Queen Candidate is Letayah Glorista Cave. Raffle tickets are available for $5 a booklet of six tickets.
Micronesia Climate Change Alliance presents "Village Climate Talks" at the Tamuning Community & Senior Center from 6 to 7 p.m. April 9. All are welcome.
Department of Vocational Rehabilitation and Pacific Human Resource Services will host a Job Fair from 8 a.m. to noon April 13 at the Tamuning Community & Senior Center.
Open enrollment for the TATUHA Cultural Dance Group is ongoing. Dance practice is scheduled every Monday and Wednesday, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Tee Ball practice for children ages 4 to 6 will be held at the Tamuning multi-purpose field every Saturday from 7 to 8:30 a.m. All interested are welcome.
Vendors with peddling license or food truck owners must obtain an approved permit from the mayor's office to do business on Government easement. For more information, contact the Mayor's office at 646-5211/8646.
Pet owners are urged to keep your animals secured on a leash or in your gated property to allow for school students and pedestrians to go to and from their destination without fear from being attacked or bitten.
Free Zumba 6 p.m. every Monday at the Tamuning Community Senior Center. 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Tamuning Gymnasium.
Please report illegal dumping and streetlights that are out to the Mayor's Office.
Residents may call in advance to request for a Verification of Residency.
Those interested in coaching community youth activities, baseball, soccer, and basketball, are encouraged to contact the Tamuning Mayor's Office.
UMATAC
Mayor Johnny A. Quinata
umatacmo@gmail.com
YIGO
Mayor Rudy M. Matanane
Vice Mayor Anthony P. Sanchez
yigomayorsoffice@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: 9 to 11 a.m. April 20 at Daniel L. Perez Elementary School. Ages: 4 to 10.
Due to obstacles in obtaining clearance with other agencies, the Yigo Night Market has been postponed indefinitely. We apologize for the inconvenience, but due to unforeseen circumstances, we are not able to announce a definite opening date. Thank you for your understanding.
If you are interested in representing the village of Yigo during the 2019 Guam Liberation, please contact the Yigo Mayor’s Office at 653-9446/5248.
Office hours of operations: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed from noon to 1 p.m.),and on weekends and observed holidays. Yigo Gym: 2 to 10 p.m. unless otherwise posted.
Equipment such as canopy and chairs are available to the residents of Yigo. Funerals/anniversary rosary is priority. Advance reservation is required.
Verification request: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed from noon to 1 p.m. Call-in requests will be processed for pick up the next following business day.
Mayor Jesse MendiolaBlas
789-4798/1525-6
jmendiolablas@yahoo.com
bibayona@gmail.com
Easter egg hunt: Begins at noon April 14 at the field behind Mijin Market. Age division is 1-4, 5-7 and 8-10. Bring your own baskets!
The Mayor's Office is looking for a candidate to represent Yona for this year's Liberation Queen. Please stop by the office if interested. Deadline for application is 5 p.m. April 19.
Donations are being accepted for our annual such as candies and eggs.
The Yona Gym is now open daily from 2 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday. Monday, Wednesday and Friday are for basketball and Tuesday and Thursdays are for volleyball.
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AMENDMENT RESOLUTIONS IN CONGRESS:
Click here to see the amendments proposed for the current Congress. In 2014, Republicans in the U. S. Senate blocked consideration of the resolution proposed by Sen. Tom Udall. Congress has taken no action since then.
LEGISLATIVE SOLUTIONS:
It's not as if corruption in Washington began in January 2010 (after the 'Citizens United decision).
Momentum has been building around one or two innovative legislative approaches that could be enacted even in the 'Citizens United' era. i.e., they are not unconstitutional despite the fact that the Supreme Court has invalidated other campaign finance laws.
One is The American Anti-Corruption Act (AACA) which you can read about at www.Represent.Us and www.anticorruption.org.
This bill is unique in that it will not be introduced in Congress until it has a million 'Citizen Co-Sponsors.' It is backed by an impressive bipartisan group including Trevor Potter, lawyer for Steven Colbert's SuperPAC, former Federal Elections Commission Chair, former general counsel for the presidential campaigns of John McCain and George H. W. Bush; Lawrence Lessig, Harvard law professor and founder of www.Rootstrikers.org; Tom Whitmore, head of the D.C. Tea Party Patriots; leaders of the Occupy movement, and many others.
It provides transparency, strict lobbying reforms, ends the "revolving door" problem, and uses an innovative approach to public financing of campaigns: tax rebates to every citizen who can use them to contribute to any candidate who agrees to accept small contributions exclusively. "Citizen-funded elections" gets around the appearance of so-called government-funded elections.
Legislators will go on record as either supporting it without amendments or loopholes, or not, so that all will know who is beholden to the corrupt system and who isn't. Organizations promoting the AACA promise to work to unseat any politician that does not support it.
A related bill with a similar approachis the Grassroots Democracy Act (GDA) introduced by Maryland's own Congressman John Sarbanes. The solutions in both the AACA and the GDA are promoted by reform advocates such as Harvard Professor Lawrence Lessig and others. The GDA would . . .
Give candidates an incentive to cultivate a network of small dollar supporters by offering a financial match for grassroots donations. A 5:1 match for candidates who reject PAC money, and a 10:1 match for those who exclusively accept grassroots donations.
Provide "Democracy Dollars" - a $50 tax credit or voucher for Americans to use as contributions in federal elections, similar to the AACA.
Create a “People’s Fund” that ensures candidates running grassroots supported campaigns have the resources necessary to combat the unlimited spending of millionaires, billionaires, corporations, and special interests.
NON-LEGISLATIVE SOLUTIONS:
Some additional non-legislative solutions were detailed in Trevor Potter's 11-16-12 Washington Post Op-Ed: ('How the FEC Can Stop the Tidal Wave of Secret Political Cash') (Click here for Text version of this article)
anonymous anonymous commented 2017-08-15 05:29:52 -0400
However, the text will be read by who are NOT Progressive, and it will be read by out of state http://www.essayprime.co.uk folks, all of whom will reflect that “ah, so this is really a Progressive issue.” So, no, not a good point. Why alienate Right Wingers when you don’t have to?
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Tottenham's Son avoids military duty as South Korea win Asian Games
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Tottenham Hotspur attacker Son Heung-min will not be participating in a 'compulsory' military duty for South Korea after helping his country to win the Asian Games football final.
An Asian Games gold medal, along with an Olympic medal, is the only way a South Korean can avoid a Military call-up.
The final match against Japan went into extra-time before Lee Seungwoo and Hwang Hee Chan score two goals to put South Korea 2-0 ahead.
Ueda Ayase reduced the deficit for Japan but South Korea held on.
Spurs attacker son has not served the compulsory two-year military service and was on the verge of getting a call-up if South Korea had not won the final.
The Asian game's victory earned the whole South Korea team an exemption and ended any speculation surrounding the Tottenham player.
Though South Korea won the gold medal at the 2014 Asian games after beating neighbours North Korea but Son was not in the squad as his club during the time - Bayer Leverkusen refused to release him.
Footballnus | Get the latest football news, highlights, videos, and transfer gossip: Tottenham's Son avoids military duty as South Korea win Asian Games
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Microsoft's Soaring Growth In The Cloud Makes Marc Benioff's Digs Seem Silly: Check These Stats
Bob Evans Former Contributor
Enterprise & Cloud
Salesforce.com CEO Marc Benioff, shown here at an event a year ago, has solidified his place among... [+] the top global business leaders of the 21st century. Is he now calling out Microsoft as his next head-to-head challenge? (Photo by Kimberly White/Getty Images for GLAAD)
(Note: After an award-winning career in the media business covering the tech industry, Bob Evans was VP of Strategic Communications at SAP in 2011, and Chief Communications Officer at Oracle from 2012 to 2016. He now runs his own firm, Evans Strategic Communications LLC.)
CLOUD WARS -- Despite the fact that the two companies don't currently compete on many fronts, Salesforce.com CEO Marc Benioff just can't seem to get Microsoft off his mind.
And while Benioff's swipes at peripheral parts of Microsoft's portfolio might be mildly amusing, they're also utterly trivial when viewed in the context of its blockbuster cloud business.
What's puzzling about this is that Marc Benioff has unmistakably established himself as one of the most successful and most visionary leaders of not only the tech industry but also of global business in the 21st century.
Benioff has made himself one of the world's most-influential and recognizable CEOs and as this partial list shows, his professional accomplishments have been simply legendary:
he has, almost singlehandedly, redefined the enterprise-software industry, starting way back with his mind-bending but wildly successful "NO SOFTWARE!" logo;
he's created and led a high-growth enterprise-tech company that appears to be one of the few of its type that's getting stronger and more cohesive as it gets larger;
he's created extraordinary wealth for his company, its employees and himself while also driving philanthropy as an indispensable element of Salesforce's corporate culture;
he's reached and exceeded $10 billion in annual revenue faster than any other enterprise-software CEO; and
he's made his company and its products increasingly essential components in the modern global economy.
So—and perhaps I'm just silly or naive—why does someone of Benioff's stature and level of accomplishment find it necessary to repeatedly take silly swipes at Microsoft, arguably the world's most-successful cloud-computing vendor and one that currently competes with Salesforce in only minor ways?
Perhaps the operative word there is "currently"—Benioff's clearly a brilliant strategic thinker so perhaps he's looking a few years down the road when some projects still being cooked up will put his company's and Satya Nadella's Microsoft on a collision course. And in that context, perhaps he's picking a fight with the Big Dog now as a way of framing the more-competitive dynamics of the future.
But when it comes to Microsoft's cloud business, Benioff's digs—whether you think they're charming or roguish—ultimately draw attention to a company that is performing brilliantly in totally redefining the concept of cloud computing in the enterprise.
Look at Microsoft's performance over the past four quarters in three sets of key metrics offered by Microsoft as indicators of its enterprise-cloud performance: commercial-cloud annualized run rate; growth rate for Azure revenue; and growth rate for Dynamics 365 revenue.
Because Microsoft reports its enterprise-cloud revenue across a slightly confusing product matrix that makes it impossible to state that revenue with great specificity as to which products are included, I'm offering these three sets of numbers to give a broad perspective of just how the company's doing in the enterprise-cloud space.
Commercial-Cloud Annualized Run Rate. Here's how Microsoft defines this category: "Commercial cloud annualized revenue run rate is calculated by multiplying revenue for the last month of the quarter by twelve for Office 365 commercial, Azure, Dynamics 365, and other cloud properties." The company does not break out what those "other cloud properties" are so I can't be more precise on everything that rolls up into this number.
--FY17 Q2, ending 12/31/16: $14 billion, up 49%
--FY17 Q3, ending 3/31/17: $15.2 billion, up 52%
The big takeaways from these numbers: Microsoft's commercial-cloud business is already very big; it might well be the first enterprise-cloud vendor to achieve $20 billion in annual revenue—remember, the numbers here are forward-looking annualized run rates projected into the future off the actual results from the final month of the just-completed quarter; and as it's getting bigger, it's growth rate is increasing.
Azure Revenue Growth Rate. Microsoft doesn't break out revenue figures for its Azure platform, but here are the year-on-year growth rates for all Azure services:
--FY17 Q2: up 93%
Big takeaway: those who try to pooh-pooh Microsoft's cloud business as being mostly Office 365 with some other little stuff tossed in are deluding themselves, and the numbers show that Azure is becoming a fully mainstream cloud platform for global corporations.
Dynamics 365 Growth Rate. This represents a big portion of Microsoft's SaaS business—the other being Office 365 Commercial—and offers a look at some very impressive growth rates for its SaaS versions of its Dynamics enterprise apps:
--FY17 Q2: Microsoft reported only that "paid seats doubled"
Big takeaway: while this SaaS category is almost certainly the smallest portion of Microsoft's cloud business, those growth rates are indicators of the increasing momentum behind Microsoft's end-to-end cloud story. And yes, you could argue that the Dynamics 365 comparables were not very big to build upon—but in the context of CEO Nadella's overarching vision of helping customers address "the entire digital estate," the Dynamics 365 business seems to be doing very well indeed.
So back to Mr. Benioff and his potshots at Microsoft, specifically its small CRM SaaS business and its Surface tablet market share: maybe it's the showman in him, maybe it's the scrappy entrepreneur still driving him, maybe it's the master strategist looking to choose the field of battle for a few years down the road, and maybe the guy is still seething at least a little over Microsoft's very public triumph over Salesforce in last year's bidding war for LinkedIn.
Nadella and Microsoft paid $26.2 billion for LinkedIn 17 months ago and have immediately woven the social network deeply into the fabric of Microsoft's business—and specifically into the Dynamics 365 SaaS business.
One can only imagine what Benioff wanted to do and was planning to do with LinkedIn—however, at this point, that's all moot.
What's very much not moot, though, are two points that seem to be leading to more head-to-head competition between Benioff/Salesforce and Nadella/Microsoft: as Microsoft's growing rapidly across all three layers of the cloud, Salesforce needs to find new areas to expand into—more presence in PaaS?—to maintain its remarkable growth rates and continue becoming more relevant and essential to global businesses.
And as that intensifying competition takes hold, Marc Benioff will need to make his barbs at Microsoft much less silly and much more strategic.
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Reddit's SOPA Blackout Admirable, But Google and Facebook Must Follow
Paul Tassi Senior Contributor
News and opinion about video games, television, movies and the internet.
Update: Join me in fighting SOPA on Facebook during next week's Reddit blackout.
A week from today, one of the most popular websites on the internet will go dark. Reddit, the current king of all social media sites due to its massive, influential community and ability to send out hundreds of thousands of hits to a single post, is doing its part to help stop internet censorship law SOPA with a display of force.
The decision to black out the site for a period of 12 hours next Wednesday comes in the wake of the announcement that Reddit co-founder Alexis "kn0thing" Ohanian is heading to Congress to testify on behalf of the tech community. He's of the firm position that SOPA could potentially "obliterate" the entire tech industry, a position I strongly agree with.
The Reddit blackout is perhaps the greatest "money where your mouth is" moment in the entire anti-SOPA campaign so far, as moving domains away from SOPA supporter GoDaddy can only accomplish so much. It's an unavoidable message that will reach all the users that have allowed Reddit to become a two billion page view a month website.
But unfortunately, it's not enough, and I worry the blackout may be preaching to the choir. Chances are if you're a regular Reddit user, you're either tech savvy enough to know the dangers of SOPA, or if not, you've at least been reading about it on the site's front page for months.
Rather, even though Reddit is a massive site, the industry needs a nuclear option to truly decimate SOPA once and for all. Titans like Google and Facebook need to have a similar blackout, which would reach an audience far, far wider than Reddit's.
For as much as I've been writing about SOPA, and getting great responses from other tech people online, Joe Citizen still doesn't seem to have much of a clue about it, and if he does know it exists, he has little idea what it could actually mean for the fate of the internet.
That's where a Google/Facebook blackout would have the power to instantly crush SOPA. If the sites went dark and instead linked to pages explaining the problems with SOPA, and then had links for people to contact Congress, I guarantee it would be the killing blow for the bill. National news agencies which have largely been avoiding covering SOPA because their parent companies support it would be forced to report on the topic, as Facebook and Google going offline would undoubtedly be the biggest tech story of the day, week, month, or possibly the year.
Is it absolutely necessary? I'm not sure. It would definitely amount to a significant revenue loss for each company, and in Google's case, every website out there that relies on search traffic would take a hit. But you could argue that for the long term safety of the internet, it would absolutely be worth it.
I have a hunch that when the leaders of the "internet industry" as it were, get to Capitol Hill, they'll have the ability to talk clueless lawmakers out of supporting the bill, and I still don't believe that relatively tech-friendly President Obama would sign such a piece of legislation into law should it somehow pass. But if we're going for a better safe than sorry approach, a blackout of the internet's biggest sites would seal the deal automatically, and we could be free of this nonsense for good.
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Paul Tassi
I write about video games, television, movies and the internet.
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BURIAL MIX (GERMANY) 25 Titles
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ CORNEL CAMPBELL
King In My Empire
BURIAL MIX
BM 006EP
$12.00 NOT IN STOCK
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2001. "King in My Empire" is a fine combination of dub and roots reggae with the Jamaican singer legend Cornel Campbell, who started his career in the very early '60s at Studio One. Other releases by Cornel Campbell include the classic I Shall Not Remove 1975-80 retrospective, released in 2000 for Blood & Fire Records.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ JAH BATTA
Music Hit You
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2003. Thirteenth release in the series, with Jah Batta on vocals.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ JENNIFER LARA
Queen In My Empire
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2002. This is the female answer version to BM 06 (R&S w/Colonel Campbell). Veteran Studio 1 singer Jennifer Lara changes the mood of the original tune while Rhythm & Sound are providing an updated riddim.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ LOVE JOY
2013 repress, originally released in 2002. With this collaboration, Rhythm & Sound deepens its articulation of the Bullwackies legacy. Over an edgy, stepping rhythm, Claudette Brown of the Love Joys is pitched between reserve and recrimination, desolation and resilience. A key Rhythm & Sound release; a killer record.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ PAUL ST. HILAIRE
Jah Rule
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2001. Rhythm & Sound team up again with vocalist Paul St. Hilaire (formerly known as Tikiman). Blissed-out, addictive dub grooves that keep on rolling and rolling into your hearts. Once again, the incredible St. Hilaire is giving the record enormous spiritual depth with his unique voice.
Never Tell You
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 1996. This first (in a series of 13), was originally released in 1996. Burial Mix is the crucial Berlin mystery label coming out of the Basic Channel axis. The production team of Rhythm & Sound is Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald (Maurizio). The style is deep dub with trademark lo-fi clips, hiss and gloriously repetitive grime. Vocals from Paul St. Hilaire, with an instrumental version on the flip.
Ruff Way
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 1997. Third in the series. Continuity in the groove and the sound sphere is provided with this release, shifting the focus more on the song. A dub version is included on the B-side.
Spend Some Time
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 1996. "Second installment of arguably the oddest project involving Basic Channel. By taking techno deep into the mine shafts of dub, they've created an eerie, full-circle variant of the latter. A cauterized, dreadnaught bassline and steady hi-hats propel Tikiman's fragmented vocals on 'Spend Some Time.' What's odd about this number is how you're drawn into the music and effects, but unlike a lot of dub plates, there aren't any friendly reminders of melody." --Reverb
What A Mistry
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 1997. The 4th Rhythm & Sound on Burial Mix. Again continuity in the groove and the sound sphere is provided with this release. A dub version is included on the B-side.
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 1997. The 5th Rhythm & Sound on Burial Mix. Vocals by Tikiman and a version on the flipside. Famous deep dub techno-house from Berlin.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ SHALOM
We Been Troddin
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2002. This time, Rhythm & Sound are accompanied by reggae vocalist Shalom aka Stephen Harper, who has collaborated several times with none other than Sugar Minott on his famous Youth Promotion Label. One of the most truly epic releases in the series, perfect rhythm.
RHYTHM & SOUND W/ THE CHOSEN BROTHERS
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2002. This time the Berlin Rhythm & Sound crew comes up with quieter tones on "Making History." With vocals by The Chosen Brothers, who is none other than Lloyd Barnes aka Bullwackies himself, "Making History" presents itself as a mellow-electronic dub track in best Jamaican as well as in best Rhythm & Sound tradition which is complemented by the "History Version" on the flipside.
Mash Down Babylon
2013 repress, now available as a 12" format; originally released as a 10" in 2003. The 12th installment in this spectacular series, featuring Rhythm & Sound with The Chosen Brothers. With the usual versioning on side B.
RHYTHM & SOUND
The Versions
BMD 003CD
2003 release. Previously licensed to the Asphodel label for North America, now only available on the original Burial Mix imprint. The Versions is an accompaniment or companion album to Rhythm & Sound W/The Artists (BMD 002CD), which showcases a series of heavily reggae-oriented tunes voiced in Berlin, New York and Jamaica by seven artists including Cornel Campbell, Paul St. Hilaire, Shalom, The Chosen Brothers, Love Joy, Jennifer Lara and Jah Batta. Released simultaneously, The Versions contains the corresponding instrumental versions with dubs that integrate minimal structures with Rhythm & Sound's breathtaking atmospheric density. An essential twin-release.
W/ The Artists
2003 release. Previously licensed to the Asphodel label for North America, now only available on the original Burial Mix imprint. Since the early '90s, with projects on labels like Basic Channel, Maurizio (M Series) or Main Street Records, Berlin-based producer team Rhythm & Sound (Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald) have originated a style between electronic club music and dub/reggae long before it became a genre of its own and have since inspired and influenced several generations of producers. Their album Rhythm & Sound w/ The Artists on the Burial Mix label showcases the series of heavily reggae-oriented tunes that were created -- starting with the landmark "King In My Empire" with Cornel Campbell. This release features eight tunes, voiced in Berlin, New York and Jamaica by seven artists, some of them living legends; Cornel Campbell, Paul St. Hilaire, Shalom, The Chosen Brothers, Love Joy, Jennifer Lara and Jah Batta. Released simultaneously, The Versions (BMD 003CD) contains the corresponding instrumental versions with dubs that integrate minimal structures with Rhythm & Sound's breathtaking atmospheric density. An essential twin-release.
See Mi Yah Remixes
BMX 001CD
Through projects and labels like Basic Channel, Maurizio or Main Street Records, the Berlin-based producer team of Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald have exerted a decisive influence on the worldwide development of techno-house and electronic music during the '90s. Under the name Rhythm & Sound, Ernestus and von Oswald pioneered their own hybrid of reggae, dub and electronics. In recent years, they have come up with their own and totally unique definition of reggae. See Mi Yah (released in March 2005) is a classic "one-riddim-album" comprised of ten vocal versions plus the original instrumental track of the "See Mi Yah"-riddim by Rhythm & Sound. On See Mi Yah one can hear the voices of Paul St.Hilaire, Ras Perez, Koki, Ras Donovan, Freddy Mellow, Walda Gabriel, Sugar Minott, Willi Williams, Bobbo Shanti, Lance Clarke as Rod Of Iron and Joseph Cotton aka Jah Walton as Jah Cotton. The remix-version of the album (initially released as a series of 12" singles throughout the spring of 2006) transplants the "strictly roots" approach of the originals into the club. The result is a diversified collection of excellent club tracks. And while each of these retains its autonomy and its individuality, the whole album sounds as if carved from one piece. From dry digi-dub, UK steppers, minimal electronic and disco house to deep atmospheric tracks, all kinds of current club sounds are represented here. This project brings together several generations of DJs and producers: from collaborators of long standing such as DJ legend Carl Craig to promising newcomers, a great array of artists helped to create this album. Remixers include: Soundstream, Ricardo Villalobos, Carl Craig, Tiki, Sweet Substance, François K., Vladislav Delay, Vainqueur, Sleeparchive and Hallucinator.
Poor People Must Work (Carl Craig Remix)
BMX 004EP
2006 release, repressed. SMY remixes #4. What can be said here? Again we see Craig, a Goliath of modern techno, going mano y mano with that other colossus, Basic Channel. The Burial Mix series matches the new icons of reggae soul with dub techno in an implosive synthesis. So, while the beat pounds and pounds again (louder, bigger, badder) the track forces itself through your heart with Bobbo Shanti's emotive, gut-wrenching lyrics. The flipside is a wholly devastating cool-down remix from Basic Channel themselves. The last time there was a match-up like this it became the landmark Craig slab "The Climax." DJs: for your safety, wear goggles -- cause this is a combustible club classic.
See Mi Yah (Hallucinator Remix)
This is the third in this staggering series of 12" Rhythm & Sound remix EPs on Burial Mix. Features remixes from Hallucinator (Chain Reaction), Sleeparchive, and Vainqueur (Chain Reaction)! A: See Mi Yah (Hallucinator Remix) 7.17; B1: Dem Never Know (Sleeparchive Remix) 5.50; B2: Rise And Praise (Vainqueur Remix) 7.04.
See Mi Yah
BMLP 004LP
2014 repress; LP version. Originally released in 2005. "In the '90s, with projects and labels such as Basic Channel, Maurizio or Main Street Records, the Berlin- based producer team Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald have decisively influenced the development of techno-house and electronic music worldwide. Furthermore Ernestus and von Oswald have released pioneering hybrids of reggae, dub and electronica under the name Rhythm & Sound since 1996. In the last few years an utterly original and independent definition of reggae music -- stripped down, rootsy, hi-tech -- has emerged from their activities. For their latest Rhythm & Sound album Ernestus and von Oswald collaborated with legendary reggae vocalists, like Cornel Campbell, Jennifer Lara, Love Joy or The Chosen Brothers (aka Lloyd 'Bullwackie' Barnes). See Mi Yah is a classic one rhythm album, typical format and production approach reggae, featuring ten vocal versions and one instrumental of the See Mi Yah rhythm."
Lightning Storm (Francois K. Remix)
2006 release, repressed. This is the second in a series of 12" Rhythm & Sound remix EPs on Burial Mix. Jittery, swinging, jaunty reggae with a moody techno pulse. The first volume merely featured remixes by Villalobos, V. Delay and Tikiman. This second volume features remix duty by Francois K., Soundstream (aka "Hack" from Smith'n Hack) and Sweet Substance.
Let We Go (Villalobos Remix)
2006 release, repressed. First in a series of remix Rhythm & Sound EPs. This one features 3 remixes, by Villalobos, V. Delay & Paul St. Hilaire! Even Stan Lee would know how to buy this one.
Originally released in 2005. "In the '90s, with projects and labels such as Basic Channel, Maurizio or Main Street Records, the Berlin- based producer team Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald have decisively influenced the development of techno-house and electronic music worldwide. Furthermore Ernestus and von Oswald have released pioneering hybrids of reggae, dub and electronica under the name Rhythm & Sound since 1996. In the last few years an utterly original and independent definition of reggae music -- stripped down, rootsy, hi-tech -- has emerged from their activities. For their latest Rhythm & Sound album Ernestus and von Oswald collaborated with legendary reggae vocalists, like Cornel Campbell, Jennifer Lara, Love Joy or The Chosen Brothers (aka Lloyd 'Bullwackie' Barnes). This line is being pursued consequently with their new CD/LP release See Mi Yah. See Mi Yah is a classic one rhythm album, typical format and production approach reggae, featuring ten vocal versions and one instrumental of the See Mi Yah rhythm, that will have been pre-released as a series of seven 7-inch singles (additionally three alternative instrumental versions) strictly roots! After Paul St. Hilaire (formerly known as Tikiman) had lent his voice to quite a few Rhythm & Sound releases over the past years, the starting point for this project was to try and work also with his brother Ras Perez, their fellow Berlin-based Dominicans Koki and Ras Donovan (also known from his collaboration with Mapstation), the Berlin-based Jamaicans Freddy Mellow, Walda Gabriel, Bobbo Shanti, Lance Clarke as Rod Of Iron and Joseph Cotton aka Jah Walton as Jah Cotton as singers b/w DJs. With a toasting style heavily influenced by the legendary U-Roy, Cotton was a central figure in the Jamaican DJ scene of the '70s and '80s. Alongside Ranking Joe and U-Brown he performed with the Blood & Fire Sound System a few years ago. On visit in Berlin, the great Sugar Minott and Willi Williams (famous for Studio 1 classic Armagideon Time) did their versions in the Rhythm & Studio studio. For each tune the rhythm is arranged and mixed differently. On the album the tracks are lined up in a way that allows the listener to enjoy See Mi Yah as one continuous program running for about 46 minutes. It's never a bore and goes on in the listener's head, when voices, rhythm and sound will be long gone."
2014 repress, originally released in 2004. "Since the early '90s, with projects b/w on labels like Basic Channel, Maurizio (M Series) or Main Street Records, Berlin-based producer team Rhythm & Sound (Mark Ernestus and Moritz von Oswald) have originated a style between electronic club music and dub/reggae long before it became a genre of its own and have since inspired and influenced several generations of producers. Their current album Rhythm & Sound W/ The artists on the Burial Mix label showcases the series of heavily reggae-oriented tunes that were created throughout the past three years -- starting with the landmark 'King In My Empire' w/ Cornel Campbell -- and that so far has only been available on 10" vinyl format. After the previous Burial Mix album Showcase, exclusively with vocals by Paul St. Hilaire (at that time performing as Tikiman), the present release features eight tunes, voiced in Berlin, New York and Jamaica by seven artists, some of them living legends; Cornel Campbell, Paul St. Hilaire, Shalom, The Chosen Brothers, Love Joy, Jennifer Lara and Jah Batta."
W/ The Versions
2014 repress. "Released simultaneously, The Versions contains the corresponding instrumental versions b/w Dubs that integrate minimal structures with Rhythm &Sound's breathtaking atmospheric density. An essential twin-release."
1999 release, available again. Thee new crucial release in the Basic Channel/Chain Reaction/Maurizio string of CD compilations. Comes packed in a nicely printed cardboard pseudo-digipak (made from hemp) with photos of the R&S toaster, Paul St. Hilaire (formerly: Tikiman). Ultra-deep filtered tech-dub, with seriously pinging studio effects to bring you down forever -- completely essential. "Until 18 months ago, Berlin's Basic Channel crew were the omnipotent masters of techno minimalism, no question. They forged fertile links between Detroit and Berlin undergrounds by co-opting the likes of Jeff Mills and Carl Craig , made oceanic house music that could have been transmitted direct from the bottom of the sea and inspired everyone from Photek to Dave Clark. Than, after building a cult following practically unrivaled in techno history, label bosses Moritz Von Oswald and Mark Ernestus, aka flagship act Maurizio, closed down Basic Channel. And, rejecting the stringent restrictions of four-to-the-floor dancefloor fodder, as Rhythm & Sound they redirected their sound through the dub lines of Jamaica. An exceedingly sussed move. This CD features the initial 5 10"'s on Burial Mix, for the first time on CD. Featured are all in all 5 bottomless walls of heavy bass reverberation laced with Tikiman's floating vocals -- recalling reggae veteran and Massive Attack cohort Horace Andy and a version of each track."
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The last girl
The last girl (my story of captivity and my fight against the Islamic State)
Nadia Murad Forfatter Virago
(Jenna Krajeski - Forfatter)
The last girl The last girl
`Telling my story of first, surviving genocide and then, as a captive of ISIS is not easy, but people must know.' The remarkable and courageous story of Nadia Murad, a twenty-three-year-old Yazidi woman who is working with Amal Clooney to challenge the world to fight ISIS on behalf on her … LES MER people. With a foreword by Amal Clooney A Nobel Peace Prize nominee and the first Goodwill Ambassador the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking of the United Nations and winner of the Vaclav Havel Human Rights Prize, Nadia Murad is a courageous young woman who has endured unimaginable tragedy (losing eighteen members of her family) and degradation through sexual enslavement to ISIS. But she has fought back. This inspiring memoir takes us from her peaceful childhood in a remote village in Iraq through loss and brutality to safety in Germany. Courage and testimony can change the world: this is one of those books. LES MINDRE Forlagets omtale Forlagets `Telling my story of first, surviving genocide and then, as a captive of ISIS is not easy, but people must know.' The remarkable and courageous story of Nadia Murad, a twenty-three-year-old Yazidi woman who is working with Amal Clooney to challenge the world to fight ISIS on behalf on her people. With a foreword by Amal Clooney A Nobel Peace Prize nominee and the first Goodwill Ambassador the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking of the United Nations and winner of the Vaclav Havel Human Rights Prize, Nadia Murad is a courageous young woman who has endured unimaginable tragedy (losing eighteen members of her family) and degradation through sexual enslavement to ISIS. But she has fought back. This inspiring memoir takes us from her peaceful childhood in a remote village in Iraq through loss and brutality to safety in Germany. Courage and testimony can change the world: this is one of those books.
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The last girl, my story of captivity and... Nadia Murad
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The USS Battleship Missouri secured its place in history as the site of Japan’s unconditional surrender to the United States, thus bringing an end to World War II. The formal papers were signed on the deck of the battleship on Sept. 2, 1945. Today the Missouri shares a harbor with a sunken ship, the Arizona, and the memorial to all who lost their lives during the bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. The attack, sometimes referred to as the “Day of Infamy,” was the beginning of America’s involvement in World War II. Now, all these years later, the war’s beginning and end are recorded at Pearl Harbor in the form of two battleships — one the submerged Arizona, the other the proud USS Missouri.
First launched on Jan. 29, 1944, the battleship, nicknamed the “Mighty Mo,” saw service in three wars spanning over five decades. The Missouri’s final operational mission occurred on Dec. 7, 1991, when she sailed into Pearl Harbor and took part in the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
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Battleship Missouri a.k.a. the “Mighty Mo,” site of the Japanese surrender of WW II. Photo: Hawaii.com member Eugene.
The Battleship Missouri Memorial opened Jan. 29, 1999, at Pier-5 on Ford Island in Pearl Harbor. Much of the ship has been refurbished by a workforce of approximately 5,000 volunteers who put in an estimated 25,000 hours worth of work. An Iowa class battleship, built for speed and firepower, Mighty Mo’s trademark feature is its 16-inch guns — each 65 feet long and weighing 116 tons. The ship is constructed of solid steel armor plating.
Visitors are able to walk the decks, tour the wardroom and quarters, and find out how the sailors lived. On the final stop of the tour, the famed Surrender Deck, it’s possible to sense the significance of the place where World War II officially ended. Be aware that security regulations prohibit all backpacks, fanny packs, purses, diaper bags, shopping bags, large camera bags, video cameras and luggage from the battleship.
The Missouri is open daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Tickets are purchased at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center (open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) for $29 adults and $13 children (4-12 years old). You can purchase a Pearl Harbor package for not much more that gives admission to the Arizona Memorial, Missouri, Bowfin submarine and Pacific Aviation Museum — an amazing and intriguing day of U.S. history. There are also a number of guided tours available. If you’re planning a trip to Pearl Harbor, we recommend visiting our Pearl Harbor section where we provide tips and information for visiting.
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Reckless or creative? The great 'tattoo' debate
'From an economic perspective, this decision to have a tattoo is puzzling'
BY Rachel Ranosa 06 Sep 2019
People who sport visible tattoos have a tendency to act on impulse and are thus more reckless than those without body art, according to recent findings from McMaster University in Canada.
The study, published in the Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization, examined why individuals would want to “affix a visible stigma” to their identity, considering how employers tend to have a bias against employees with body art.
READ MORE: Tattoo taboo: Can you ask workers to cover up?
The researchers conducted an experiment, including an economic game, where more than 1,000 participants with and without tattoos had two options to make money.
The first option would give participants one dollar after 18 hours. The second one – which required delayed gratification – would give them a higher prize money but over the course of three weeks.
People without tattoos preferred the second option. Tattooed participants, however, tended to be indecisive, often choosing the first scheme first then switching between the two options depending on which yielded a higher return at certain points.
“From an economic perspective, this decision to have a tattoo is puzzling,” Bradley Ruffle, economist and lead researcher, told The Times.
“Tattoos are about making some kind of statement. But why not just dye your hair or get a personalized T-shirt you can remove?”
While most organizations follow rules on covering visible tattoos, the growing popularity of body art “constitutes one of the most significant cultural trends in the West,” the researchers said.
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Happy Publication Day 14th July 2016!
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Related Tags: A Deepness in the Sky, Always Coming Home, Foreign Devils, Greg Bear, Ian McDonald, John Hornor Jacobs, killing titan, luna, Luna: New Moon, ursula le guin, Vernor Vinge
It’s a bumper day for paperbacks, which means it’s a good day for your wallet which just means you can get even more books! We have a fantasy described by Patrick Rothfuss as a ‘strange alchemy, a recipe I’ve never seen before’, two hard sf novels that will leave you both yearning for space yet terrified of it, and lastly two SF Masterworks (Gotta get ‘em all!) to add to your shelves.
Luna: New Moon by Ian McDonald has been described as Game of Thrones in space with added zero-g sex and cocktails. Need we say more?
THE MOON WANTS TO KILL YOU.
She has a thousand ways to do it. The bitter cold of vacuum. The lethal sleet of radiation. Choking udst as old as the earth. Your weakening bones .
Or you could run out of money for water. Or air. Or simply run foul of one of the Five Dragons, the corporations that rule the Moon and control its vast resources.
But you stay, because the moon can make you richer than you can imagine.
Until a war breaks out . . .
This has been picked up for TV so get it before it explodes!
‘I will read anything that man writes’ Cory Doctorow
‘Provocative, gripping and prancingly adult, it’s a stunning example of how good science-fiction can be, and proof that McDonald is one of the best writers currently working in the genre’ SFX
Luna: New Moon is out now in paperback.
Foreign Devils by John Hornor Jacobs is ‘One part ancient Rome, two parts wild west, one part Faust. This is strange alchemy, a recipe I’ve never seen before. I wish more books were as fresh and brave as this’ (Patrick Rothfuss).
The great states of Rume and Mediera are on the brink of war.
Meanwhle, mercenaries Fisk and Shoe are back to doing what they do best – tracking down the infernal engineer who caused the fragile peace to be broken.
Exiled to Kithai, Livia and Secundus Cornelius hope to sqay the Tchinee to ther side in the ewar. But the Autumn Lords harbour a secret . . . one which might set the world on fire.
‘ . . . grim and gripping, surprising and exciting, tense and tremendously well-told . . .’ Tor.com
‘A strong tale’ Mark Lawrence.
Foreign Devils is out now in paperback.
Killing Titan by Greg Bear continues his War Dogs trilogy and takes the action from Mars and across the solar system. This is masterful military science fiction from one of the genre’s great writers.
A NEW PLANET. A NEW BATTLE. THE SAME WAR.
After barely surviving his last tour, Master Sergeant Michael Venn finds himself in enforced isolation. That is until, through a dangerous series of operations, he returns to Mars to investigate the Drifters – ancient artifacts suddenly reawakened on the Red Planet.
But another front in the war leads his team to make the difficult journey to Saturn’s moon, Titan. Here, in the cauldron of war, hide new truths about the Drifters, the origin of life in our solar system, and the plans of the supposedly benevolent Gurus.
Secrets that might kill us all.
Killing Titan is out now in paperback.
Always Coming Home by Ursula K. Le Guin is one of those books that will take your breath away with its imagination and scope. An entire future history realised from the author’s imagination, complete and deeper than many real histories. With an introduction by John Scalzi, this is a SF Masterwork not to be missed.
A long, long time from now, in the valleys of what will no longer be called Northern California, might be going to have lived a people called the Kesh.
But Always Coming Home is not the story of the Kesh. Rather it is the stories of the Kesh. Stories, poems, songs, recipes – Always Coming Home is no less than an anthropological account of a community that does not yet exist, a tour de force of imaginative fiction by one of modern literature’s greatest voices.
‘Lyric and luminous . . . a major imaginative vision’ The New York Times Book Review
‘The effect it has on the reader is hypnotic . . . Le Guin has chosen a most original way to reveal this imagined land’ People
Always Coming Home is out now in paperback.
A Deepness in the Sky by Vernor Vinge is a prequel to the Hugo Award-wining A Fire Upon the Deep and a Hugo-winner itself. Vernor Vinge is one SF’s preeminent writers and also, notably, popularised the idea of the technological singularity back in the early 90s. Another SF Masterwork not to be missed.
This is the story of Pham Nuewen, a small cog in the interstellar trading fleet of the Queng Ho. Both they and the Emergents are orbiting Arachna, a dormant planet which will shortly wake up when it’s On/Off star relights after decades of darkness. Both groups hope to exploit the coming age of technology and commerce on Arachna.
But while the Queng Ho seek only to trade aggressively, the Emergents’ plans are far more sinister, amounting to little short of genocide. . .
‘A feast of imagination. As always, Vinge satisfies with richly imagined worlds and a full-flavoured story’ Greg Bear
‘Revelatory space opera, galaxy spanning story . . . the book’s immensity puts Vinge in the Golden Age of Arthur C Clarke and Greg Bear’ The Times
A Deepness in the Sky is out now in paperback.
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Healthcare IT News Australia wins global awards
Lynne Minion | 13 Jul 2018
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One year after its launch, Healthcare IT News Australia has been recognised with two global awards for its work in reporting on the digital health revolution that is transforming healthcare worldwide and saving lives.
Announced in New York this week, HITNA won the international Content Marketing Awards for ‘Best New Digital Publication – Editorial’ and ‘Best Overall Editorial – Digital’ for its coverage of the most consequential disruption of our time.
A member of the HIMSS stable of global publications, HITNA is also one of five finalists for the most prestigious award, 'Project of the Year', with the winner to be announced in Cleveland on September 5th.
HITNA was also a finalist in the ‘Healthcare/Medical Publication’ category, which was awarded to NewYork-Presbyterian’s Health Matters.
The digital publication that has established itself as an objective voice on the digital health sector in Australia launched at the HIMSS AsiaPac17 conference in Sydney in May last year.
Since that time it has reported on visionaries in the field, pioneering technologies and politics in the sphere during a time of monumental change.
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Memorable among the hundreds of stories has been a revelatory profile on the Australian Digital Health Agency’s Tim Kelsey, wise words from eHealth Queensland’s Dr Richard Ashby, Associate Professor Marcel Dinger’s predictions about the high tech developments at Genome.One, a view of the sector from the departing head of the Garvan Institute's Professor John Mattick, and the NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard describing his job as “fun”.
International luminaries in the field have also lent their support, including Cisco’s Richard Staynings, Samsung’s Dr David Rhew, Elesevier’s Dr Peter Edelstein, Philips’ Dr Roy Smythe, the then Chief Technology Officer of the US Department of Health and Human Services Bruce Greenstein, and the global head of HIMSS Hal Wolf who reflected on his time at a start-up called MTV.
But the highlight has been the International Women’s Day special edition in which HITNA showcased extraordinary women in the sector, reported on calls for an end to all-male panels – or manels – and broke the story about an Australian neuroscientist who was removed from a speaking engagement when organisers discovered she would be eight months pregnant at the time.
This is a remarkable time in healthcare, and technology is the foundation of a transformation that goes beyond electronic health records to take in genomics, AI, 3D printing, apps, robotics and more. What was once the realm of science fiction is being brought to life – with life-saving consequences, including in remote Indigenous communities that previously had little access to medical care.
And within this healthcare revolution, Australia is “punching above its weight”.
Which is why HITNA will continue to tell your stories.
To share tips, news or announcements, contact the HITNA editor on lynne.minion@himssmedia.com
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MOSCOW (AP) – The Latest on Tuesday at the World Cup (all times local):
They're getting the World Cup croissants ready in Paris.
Paris, Russia, that is.
The village of Paris just outside the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod is embracing its French links ahead of the World Cup semifinal match between France and Belgium.
The village cafe is decorated with images of the Eiffel Tower and is preparing croissants for the game, plus a Russian menu for any French guests who might happen to drop by.
Mayor Sergei Gromov says "we were supporting Russia but now it's turned out like that (that Russia was eliminated), we're going to support France and wish it success."
The village'
The village's full name is In Memory Of The Paris Commune, a reference to a socialist rebellion in 19th-century France. The name is so unwieldy most locals use Paris for short. Not everyone in Paris is pro-France, though. Villager Elena Vasilyeva says she's cheering on Belgium because "they're a real team."
The Ukraine Football Federation has offered to pay a fine imposed on a Croatia official for making a pro-Ukraine video at the World Cup.
Soccer's international governing body has fined Ognjen Vukojevic 15,000 Swiss francs ($15,150) for "unsporting behavior" after he and Croatia defender Domagoj Vida recorded a video including the phrase "glory to Ukraine" after the team beat host nation Russia in the World Cup quarterfinals.
The video angered some Russian fans, but was welcomed in Ukraine, where both
The video angered some Russian fans, but was welcomed in Ukraine, where both Vida and Vukojevic formerly played for the Dynamo Kiev club. Russia annexed the Crimean peninsula from Ukraine in 2014 and political tensions remain high.
UFF president Andriy Pavelko, wearing a Croatia shirt and scarf, tells Ukrainian broadcaster 112 that he and other members of the UFF management offered to pay the fine and help Vukojevic with legal costs if he wants to appeal the ruling.
The Croatia soccer federation has already removed Vukojevic from its World Cup delegation. Vida was let off with an official warning and no match sanction, leaving him available to play in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against England.
The World Cup semifinal stage is beginning with the all-European lineup being celebrated by soccer's governing body on the continent.
Belgium and France play in St. Petersburg on Tuesday and then Croatia and England meet the following night in Moscow.
It is the fifth time the last four has featured only European teams.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin says "even though some of our traditional contenders such as Germany, Spain and Portugal were eliminated, there are other teams which have surpassed expectations and can now win the title."
In a statement to The Associated Press, Ceferin added "these results validate all the work that is being done across the continent to develop football, and they also showcase the strength and quality that exists across the whole UEFA region."
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FILE - In this Friday, July 6, 2018 file photo France players and supporters celebrate after the quarterfinal match between Uruguay and France at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner, File) - The Associated Press
Croatia's Domagoj Vida jumps to catch a ball during a training session in the Luzhniki sport ground at 2018 soccer World Cup in Moscow, Russia, Monday, July 9, 2018. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco) - The Associated Press
France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris celebrates after the quarterfinal match between Uruguay and France at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Friday, July 6, 2018. France defeated Uruguay by 2-0. (AP Photo/David Vincent) - The Associated Press
Croatia national soccer team players celebrate after a penalty is saved in a shootout during the quarterfinal match between Russia and Croatia at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Fisht Stadium, in Sochi, Russia, Saturday, July 7, 2018. Croatia won the match 4-3 on penalties after the game ended 2-2 after extra time. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) - The Associated Press
England's Harry Maguire, center, celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side opening goal during the quarterfinal match between Sweden and England at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Samara Arena, in Samara, Russia, Saturday, July 7, 2018. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco) - The Associated Press
Belgium's Axel Witsel, centre celebrates after the final whistle as Belgium defeat Brazil in their quarterfinal match between Brazil and Belgium at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Kazan Arena, in Kazan, Russia, Friday, July 6, 2018. Belgium won the game 2-1. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader) - The Associated Press
Three man dressed in the colors of France pose prior to the quarterfinal match between Uruguay and France at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Friday, July 6, 2018. (AP Photo/David Vincent) - The Associated Press
Uruguay's Luis Suarez covers his face in dejection at the end of the quarterfinal match between Uruguay and France at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Friday, July 6, 2018. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner) - The Associated Press
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Sep 1, 2017 Düsseldorf / Germany
Henkel further strengthens its Beauty Care business
Henkel closes acquisition of Nattura Laboratorios
Henkel has successfully closed the acquisition of Nattura Laboratorios, S.A. de C.V., headquartered in Guadalajara, Mexico. The agreement to acquire Nattura Laboratorios and associated companies in the USA, Colombia and Spain was signed on March 8, 2017.
With this acquisition, Henkel strengthens its Hair Professional business and significantly expands its market positions in Mexico and the USA. The transaction includes a portfolio of leading brands in Henkel’s core category Hair Professional. Major brands are Pravana and Tec Italy. In the fiscal year 2016, Nattura Laboratorios generated sales of more than 100 million euros.
“This acquisition is part of our strategy to strengthen our position in attractive markets and categories and will reinforce Henkel’s global No. 3 position in the hair professional business,” said Henkel CEO Hans Van Bylen.
“The strong brands of Nattura Laboratorios are a perfect fit for our Beauty Care business. This transaction provides an excellent platform for further growth in the attractive Latin American market and further expands our strong presence in North America,” said Pascal Houdayer, Executive Vice President and responsible for Henkel’s Beauty Care business.
“This transaction shows once more our strong capabilities to identify and execute attractive and compelling acquisitions,” said CFO Carsten Knobel.
Both parties agreed to not disclose any financial details of the transaction.
About Nattura Laboratorios, S.A. de C.V.
Nattura is a Mexico-based hair care company serving with its main associated companies in the USA and Colombia the Latin and North American market. The business was founded in 1982. With its main brands Pravana and Tec Italy it operates primarily in the professional hair care segment. In 2016, the business reported sales of more than 100 million euros.
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All About Selling
All About Letting
Noak Hill Road, Billericay
38m²/ 409ft²
Price £800 pcm - Let
Available mid to end April
Just over 1 mile from Billericay High Street (20-22 minute walk)
Open Plan Lounge Area
Separate Double Bedroom with fitted wardrobes along one wall with mirror fronted sliding doors
Two enclosed Private Outside spaces: a small Courtyard and larger enclosed area
One Bedroom Bungalow set behind the secure gates of a pretty Barn Style Complex
Surprisingly large Hall, big enough for a small table and chairs and even a desk too
Modern fitted Kitchen with built-in Gas Hob, elecric Oven and further kitchen appliances
Modern Shower Room with white suite including a Vanity storage unit
AVAILABLE END APRIL. ONE YEAR CONTRACT with option of 6 month Break Clause.
Set behind secure gates of a pretty Barn style Complex, this pretty one bedroom Bungalow has a surprisingly large Entrance Hall (big enough for a small dining table), open Plan Living Room and Kitchen - the modern fitted Kitchen units incorporating a built-in Gas Hob and Electric Oven, Bedroom with built-in wardrobes along one wall, and an inner Hall with twin built-in cupboards leading through to a Shower Room with a white suite.
There are two outside enclosed private spaces; a small Courtyard, perfect for storage and clothes drying and a larger space suitable for a Patio Set to relax and unwind.
There is parking too.
Gas Central Heating and the Water Bill is included within the rental, so you would just need to pay for the Electricity and Telephone/SKY.
PLEASE NOTE: The Landlord is ONLY seeking Single Tenants and there is No pets allowed. We are ideally looking for a professional individual or retired person.
Turning off the Noak Hill Road, you drive through remote controlled Electric Double Gates which swing open to a shingled Drive.
The Drive sweeps round to a large L-shaped Barn with a gate on the left leading through to the larger enclosed Outside Space allocated to this property, in turn which extends up a path to the front door.
ENTRANCE HALL 10ft 1" x 7ft 1" (3.07m x 2.16m)
A surprisingly light and airy space with plenty of room for a table and chairs and we think a desk or similar could also go in too.
An external `back door` leads out to a SMALL ENCLOSED COURTYARD AREA 10ft x 7ft, ideal for storage/clothes drying. A gate here also provides a secondary fire escape route back round to the drive.
LOUNGE AREA 12ft 4" max x 9ft 6" (3.8m max x 2.9m)
A large hatch in the ceiling, with a pull-down ladder, opens to reveal the Loft providing useful storage.
KITCHEN AREA 9ft 1" x 9ft (2.8m x 2.,7m)
With a modern range of fitted kitchen units incorporating a built-in Gas Hob with electric Oven below and extractor Hood above, an integrated Dishwasher and cupboards which open to reveal a Fridge/Freezer and Washing Machine (if these break then it would be the tenant`s responsibility to replace them).
BEDROOM 9ft 5" x 8ft 2" (2.9m x 2.5m)
A 1.1m wide window provides plenty of light and there`s plenty of storage courtesy of a run of wardrobes along one wall, with mirror fronted sliding doors.
INNER HALL 6ft x 5ft 6" (1.83m x 1.67m)
Two built-in full height cupboards provide great storage and a window provides borrowed light from the adjacent hall. Door through to:
SHOWER ROOM 5ft 6" x 4ft 6" (1.8m x 1.4m)
Fitted out with a white gloss Vanity/Basin unit, close coupled WC and a good size corner Shower.
OUTSIDE SPACES
As mentioned, there are two spaces. Both enclosed and providing the perfect place to relax and unwind in.
There is parking on-site for one car and occasional visitors.
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Area Information for Billericay
Billericay is a popular, historic market town just 30 miles from London.
The market at the top of Crown Road disappeared years ago and Billericay nowadays is more well-known as an excellent commuter town, with excellent rail links to the City (35 minutes by train), very good schools and a charming High Street, part of which is a conservation area.
It also has great access to the key main roads of the M25, A12 and A127.
The town lies on the edge of rural Essex, which makes it a very desirable place to live. This coupled with the City access goes some way to explain the high levels of Londoners we see looking to move here every year.
Since I moved here in 1973 and started as an estate agent in the mid 1990`s, I have seen the town grow to where it is now, with some 14,000-15,000 homes and a population of over 40,000.
The Billericay you see today is economically and physically a thriving and attractive place to live and work. There are many open green spaces including the 40 acre Lake Meadows Park, a must in summer, and they throw a pretty impressive Fireworks Night too.
Norsey Woods is a great place for a walk or to exercise your dogs...or the kids! It dates back to the Bronze Age and covers about 165 acres with a visitor centre for the educational visits it has too.
I remember camping there as a cub scout back in the day and both Nick and myself have enjoyed many a afternoon there over the years with our families.
The High Street must be one of the prettiest in the county and dates back to Roman times. The shape we see now certainly hasn`t changed much for over 500 years, our office itself is part of one of the 25 old coaching inns the town has seen over the years!
With well over 100 shops including some well known names and some boutique locally owned ones, the High Street also has some great pubs, bars and restaurants. The Chequers is probably the most popular, most people we know rate it as the best pub in town, with newer bars like Harrys Bar, Bar Zero and the Blue Boar, also very sought after, growing venues on friday and saturday nights.
There are too many great restaurants to name, suffice to say you don`t need to travel out of Billericay to have a fantastic night out and there`s a taxi rank by the station to get you home if you want to leave the car on the drive.
Waitrose is our local main supermarket with there also a very good Co-op over on Queens Park. Smaller supermarkets over in South Green, Sunnymede and along Stock Road also provide a super local service in their areas.
Billericay Christmas Market is a very popular annual event which sees the High Street completely shut to traffic for the day and then filled with stalls selling anything and everything Christmasy!
All the local schools, both Primary and Secondary have good OFSTED reports and there is a good choice of both State and Private. Please feel free to contact our office for more details although the OFSTED website is the ideal first port of call of course.
Billericay has an facinating history, much of which can be researched in our local museum, the Cater Museum on the High Street.
Billericay was first recorded as Byllerica in 1291 with notable events including a Peasants Revolt ending up in Norsey Woods in 1381 and some of Billericay residents, including Christopher Martin, the ship`s victualler, sailing with the Pilgrim Fathers to the `New World` of America on the Mayflower in 1620 - hence the many representartions of the Mayflower ship in numerous local businesses and the Mayflower High School.
In 1916 Billericay became famous as a result of a Zeppelin airship crashing in flames on the outskirts of the town, down what is now Greens Farm Lane.
A union workhouse was built in 1840 which later, together with additional later built buildings, became St. Andrew`s Hospital in the 1930s. The regional plastic surgery and rehabilitation unit was opened here the same year I moved to Billericay, 1973. Many a local will still refer the estate there now to me, as `one of the houses on the old Burns Unit`, although it is in fact Stockfield Manor now.
Only the original workhouse building, including the chapel, and the main gatehouse, now survive, converted now into Grey Lady Place, a residential development of luxury apartments.
The railway came in 1889 and opened up opportunities for landowners to sell plots to Londoners looking to move out of `The Smoke` into a cleaner rural environment. Both myself and Nick have sold many an old `plot land` home over the years for redevelopment. A few still remain on the edge of Norsey Woods down Break Egg Hill.
With the housing shortage created by the war time bombing of London, pressure to build was great and the new town of Basildon was given the green light. The `Green Belt` stopped expansion and the blurring of Basildon and Billericay, hence why lot of the Billericay housing estates were built on abandoned farmland around the town centre and Great Burstead/South Green, where permission was more easily granted.
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The following are permitted payments which we may request from you:
a) The rent
b) A refundable tenancy deposit (reserved for any damages or defaults on the part of the tenant) capped at no more than five weeks` rent where the annual rent is less than £50,000, or six weeks` rent where the total annual rent is £50,000 or above
c) A refundable holding deposit (to reserve a property) capped at no more than one week`s rent
d) Payments to change the tenancy when requested by the tenant, capped at £50, or reasonable costs incurred if higher
e) Payments associated with early termination of the tenancy, when requested by the tenant
f) Payments in respect of utilities, communication services, TV licence and council tax; and
g) A default fee for late payment of rent and replacement of a lost key/security device, where required under a tenancy agreement
Please call us if you wish to discuss this further.
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Global Pound Conference Series – Redefining dispute resolution
16 May 2018 | Global
GPC Series Shaping the Future of Dispute Resolution 2018 (pdf 5.57 MB)
Most dispute resolution still has as its frame of reference an adversarial process (litigation or arbitration) based on asserted legal rights with the lawyer fighting their client's corner tenaciously. However, with the lawyers of Generation Y, Millennials and Generation Z growing into positions of influence within corporates and throughout the dispute resolution community, the concept of collaboration and use of technology in a way that would have been unthinkable to the litigators of a generation ago may already be an accessible reality to a community that has grown up on crowd-funded solutions and sharing through social media.
The call for more efficiency and collaboration puts into question whether traditional dispute resolution processes meet the needs of corporate and civil users. Finding a new way to resolve a dispute requires thought and engagement to bring appropriate resolution in acceptable timeframes and at realistic costs. Corporate users may need to communicate their priorities, expectations and underlying interests to lawyers more clearly. In turn, The 21st century lawyer needs to deliver dispute resolution process design, collaboration to secure efficient results, as well as traditional tough representation when called for. Greater emphasis on collaboration between in-house and external lawyers, and between disputing parties, will lead the way for more efficient resolution of commercial disputes.
Redefining dispute resolution
The premise mentioned above, was at the heart of the Global Pound Conference Series – a unique and ambitious initiative to inform how civil and commercial disputes are resolved in the 21st century. The series brought together over 4000 people from across the spectrum of dispute resolution stakeholders, at 28 conferences spanning 24 countries worldwide.
Herbert Smith Freehills has teamed up with PwC, IMI (International Mediation Institute) to identify key insights that emerge from the extensive voting data collected during the series, with a focus on the needs of corporate users of dispute resolution. This ground-breaking report challenges the traditional and fundamental notions of what clients want and how lawyers should represent their clients in a dispute. It identifies four key global themes and four notable regional differences.
Global themes emerging from the voting data reveal:
The GPC data also highlights the important role technology has to play in realising much sought after efficiencies and collaboration. This is not limited to electronic discovery and filing. Dispute management tools and online dispute resolution also have the capacity to change radically the way disputes are resolved over the next decade. Advancement in data analysis enables advisers and legal teams to review and investigate large amounts of data quickly, and assess risk in ever more sophisticated ways. Social tools and online platforms are making it easier for lawyers to work more closely with each other and with their clients.
These early insights show the potential of the GPC Series to inform further studies and discussions across the world. For further information to help shape your own conflict management processes download your copy of the report here.
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Articles by Caelin Miltko
Caelin Miltko (Notre Dame)
Caelin is a sophomore who is currently majoring in English with a supplementary major in Irish language and a minor in Journalism, Ethics, and Democracy. She is originally from Missoula, Montana (and believes that Montana actually is one of the best places on earth—even if there's only a million [human] residents). She is a little bit in love with all things Irish (mostly those things from Ireland itself, though she's a pretty big fan of the Fighting Irish too). She loves baking, New Girl, Criminal Minds, and reading. You can find her on Twitter (@caelin_miltko) and Instagram (@cmiltko).
Late Night Snacking: Potato Chip Replacements
Sure, there’s nothing wrong with a handful (or two) of potato chips every now and then. They’re delicious and definitely a great treat for...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor July 21, 2015
The next "Gone Girl"?
There’s no doubt that Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl hit some kind of nerve. Like many good books, it wasn’t really discovered until it was...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor July 8, 2015
Sweat & Sunshine: Your Guide to Summer Workouts
Whether you’re a fitness guru during the semester, taking full advantage of the easy access to fully stocked gyms offered at Notre Dame, a...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor June 9, 2015
Packing Lunch for Work
While on campus, Notre Dame students love to hate on the dining halls — the food is repetitive, the meat is somewhat questionable, and the...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor May 29, 2015
Your BEST Summer Playlist!
As finals finally come to an end, the sun actually comes out to shine, and students begin to move every last thing they own out of the...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor May 9, 2015
Best Study Snacks for Finals Week!
Finals are upon us, and that means marathon library sessions, hours behind a computer screen, packing in every spare moment, and probably...
Why Dresses are (Secretly) the Best Thing Ever
When I was in elementary school, I hated almost all clothing that would be conventionally considered “girly.” Tights were uncomfortable...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor April 25, 2015
Your Summer Reading List
If you’re like me, you probably have a book list a mile long to get through. Each summer, you flip through it, trying to plan your summer...
The Real Magic of Frozen
Perhaps I should start off this review of sorts with the disclaimer that the only other movie I’ve seen in the Elmhurst, Illinois York...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor April 3, 2015
Accepting a Midwestern "Spring" as told by The Lizzie Bennett Diaries
Spring is here! Or sort of. The calendar says that the first day of spring was Friday March 20th, but the amount of snow I scraped off my...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor March 26, 2015
News Emails: Keeping You Informed On The Go
I have a small confession. I’m pretty sure that, as an English major and Journalism minor who writes for multiple publications and firmly...
On Calm Spring Breaks
My earliest spring break memories are of Disney World. I don’t quite recall how many years my family spent one week a year down in Florida...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor March 5, 2015
How to Beat S.A.D.
Up until February 2nd, I wasn’t entirely sure how much winter we were really going to have in South Bend this year. Super Bowl Sunday came...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor February 27, 2015
Yoga Moves for Midterms
With only two weeks left until Spring Break, we are all counting down the class days until we can (hopefully) escape to somewhere sunnier...
The Great Vaccine Debate
Everybody hates shots — or at least finds them rather unpleasant. If you’re like me, then your parents held on to the memory of the first...
Post-Workout Snacks That Fit Your Schedule
It’s a typical Saturday morning, you’ve just finished your half-hour run on the elliptical and ensuing ab workout and you’re more than...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor February 5, 2015
Bold Lipstick Colors for 2015
Last semester, I wrote an article about how much I love wearing red lipstick. I wrote about red lipstick because it is my go-to color for...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor January 29, 2015
Banks and Francs and Greeks, Oh My!
The Euro has been all over the news lately. As someone hoping to go abroad junior year, I’ve been paying close attention to it—the exchange...
New Semester Reset
Since I’ve started college, I’ve noticed a different type of “New Year Resolution”-like trend in myself. It happens whenever the new...
Your Last Minute Christmas Wishlist
We’re less than a week away from Christmas and while we all hope that all of the Christmas shopping is done, the craziness of finals may...
By Caelin Miltko • Notre Dame Contributor December 17, 2014
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Peach vs. Joe: A Look at the Villains on 'You'
By Sarah Shevenock • Entertainment October 12, 2018 at 7:50pm
It was obvious from the first few minutes of Lifetime’s You that bookstore clerk Joe (Penn Badgley) was a villain. He used the scant personal information Beck (Elizabeth Lail) gave him to track her down, insinuated himself into her life and seemingly made her fall in love with him. But as the show has progressed, it has become clear that Beck has many “villains” in her life. And this week, we clearly saw that her supposed bestie, Peach (Shay Mitchell), is one of them.
In "Living With the Enemy," we learned that Joe despises Peach and sees her as a destructive influence in Beck’s life. Now given that Joe has been lying to Beck, it can be hard to trust his perception of events. But the episode provided plenty of evidence that Peach is just as sinister as Joe, and while Joe’s actions (say, kidnapping and murdering Benji) may be more violent than Peach’s blackmail and put downs, both are damaging to the people around them.
Here’s a recap of the craziest things Joe and Peach have done, in only five episodes of You. And warning, spoilers lie ahead...
Episode One: Joe breaks into Beck’s apartment.
This show sure started with a bang when in the very first episode Joe had already managed to find his way inside Beck’s apartment. If this happened so soon in the series, you know things are only going to get crazier from here.
Episode Two: Joe steal’s Peach’s rare Wizard of Oz book.
This feels oddly tame compared to Joe’s other behavior throughout the series. He presumably steals this book just because... he can? Or maybe he wants to give it to his neighbor Paco? Who knows. But it sure does tick Peach off and makes her start to keep a closer eye on him.
Episode Two: Joe murders Benji.
We all knew this was coming once Joe put Benji in his basement prison, but it was still very unsettling to watch Joe have no reservations about killing someone in cold blood.
Episode Four: Joe follows Beck to the Charles Dickens festival.
It’s one thing to pretend to casually run into someone at say, a grocery store or coffee house and call it a coincidence, but a Charles Dickens festival? How do you explain that as a coincidence? Joe tries and Beck, once again buys into his story, as I scream at my TV. This really should have made Beck suspicious, but, nope.
Episode Four: Peach tries to track down her missing book at Joe’s bookstore.
Peach sure is determined to get that book back (even though I doubt she is reading rare L. Frank Baum novels on the reg). At this point it’s hard to tell if she wants her book back or if she wants to prove to Beck that something is wrong with Joe. So, she goes to Joe’s bookstore to get what is rightfully hers. But, instead of finding her rare book, she just finds Joe’s sweet lovable co-worker, Ethan. (Please don’t let anything happen to Ethan!)
Episode Five: Peach posts an old, unflattering video of her friend Annika on Instagram—anonymously.
Undermining her friends so that she can remain queen bee is where Peach thrives, and that was never as clear as when Peach posts an unflattering video of her friend Annika to Instagram as retaliation for an unflattering picture Annika posted of Peach. Using social media to attack people is just plain wrong and this reaction seems a little over the top, even for Peach.
Episode Five: Peach sets Beck up with a literary agent, who turns out to be a big creep.
Another case of Peach knocking down her friends to make sure they come crawling back to her. Initially it looks like Peach is helping Beck network to get her writing published, but instead she ends up sending Beck into the back of a limo with a creepy man. It’s time for Beck and Annika to realize that this isn’t how friends treat each other and cut Peach loose.
Episode Five: Joe steals Peach’s laptop to begin stalking her.
This whole sequence was confusing, but somehow, Joe gets a hold of Peach’s laptop and works his magic to uncover the secrets of her life (see below). When Peach comes to accuse him of stealing her laptop, he is able to somehow manipulate the “Find My Laptop” software to show that her laptop is right at home where she left it.
Episode Five: Peach is maybe obsessed with Beck.
In Joe’s exploration of Peach’s belongings and online footprint, he discovers that she might be more into Beck than she says she is. Now there’s nothing wrong with Peach being in love with Beck—love is love, people—but what is wrong is if Peach’s love borders on obsession. And given that she has photos of Beck stashed away (and Beck’s name is part of Peach’s password), I’d say that Peach is a little bit obsessed.
Episode Five: Peach—maybe—overdoses to get Beck’s attention.
Peach fakes an overdose to bring Beck’s attention away from Joe and back to her, which might be the craziest thing that has happened on this show to date. This is wrong on so many levels, but it is especially upsetting to see how Peach preys upon Beck’s connection to addiction to manipulate her.
Episode Five: Joe doesn’t even try to help Peach during her medical emergency.
During the hysterics with Peach, you might be wondering where Joe is. Well, he’s with Beck, of course! And when Beck asks him to find Naloxone, to aid Peach during her medical emergency, he takes his sweet time (which, of course, is not what you should do in any sort of emergency). Beck reprimands Joe for his action (or should I say, in-action) and lectures him on the consequences, but we all know that Joe isn’t bothered by this, because he would prefer it if Peach weren’t around. Which brings us to…
Episode Five: Joe tries to kill Peach on her daily jog.
At the end of the episode, Joe is once again following Peach on her daily jog. Only this time, instead of just following her, her hits her over the head with a rock. In the moments after this, we see Joe,for the first time, consider the consequences of his actions. But as he’s worrying about murdering Peach in broad daylight, he runs into Beck, who informs him that Peach has been hospitalized after being attacked.
In the preview for next week’s episode, it seems that Peach is okay and that she and Joe are once again at odds, competing for Beck’s love and attention. If I could give Beck a piece of advice, it would be to run. Far, far away from these people.
You airs Sundays at 10 p.m. on Lifetime.
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Sarah Shevenock is a graduate of The College of William and Mary, where she served as a staff writer and Campus Correspondent for Her Campus William and Mary. Currently, she is a National Contributing Writer and Entertainment Blogger. In her free time, she enjoys reading voraciously, watching morning news programs, and keeping up with the latest television and movie news. She loves to talk about anything and everything related to theatre, cheer for her beloved Pittsburgh Penguins, and drink fancy coffee.
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BROWNE, Ralph II.
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This Member may have been the Ralph Browne of Snelston, Derbyshire, who is presumed to have sat for Liverpool and Newton in the first two Elizabethan Parliaments, almost certainly owing both seats to Sir Ambrose Cave, chancellor of the duchy of Lancaster. Cave was a friend of the 2nd Earl of Bedford, on other occasions patron at Melcombe Regis, and the Liverpool and Newton Member possibly had some link, through Cave, with Bedford. But as Cave was dead by 1571, and there is no evidence of a personal connexion between Browne and Bedford, it is likely that the Melcombe Regis Member was a different man. There was a family of Brownes living in Frampton, Dorset, at this time, and Hutchins identifies the 1571 Member as Ralph, son of John Browne of Frampton by Joan, daughter of John Feret. However, no other pedigrees give this man’s name, and he is not mentioned in John Browne’s will, proved in 1554. According to Hutchins, this Ralph Browne died childless.
Another of this name, ‘of London, gentleman’, made his will in July 1575. A Chancery official, he bequeathed 40s. to ‘every one of my fellows, being six clerks in this office’. Also remembered was ‘my late good mistress the Lady Allington’, and he asked to be buried at St. Faith’s church near to his ‘old master Thomas Argall’. The poor children in Christ’s Hospital were to have 40s., and the same sum was left to poor prisoners in a number of London prisons. His wife Anne was sole executrix and residuary legatee. No children are mentioned; the ‘daughter-in-law’ Margaret Upton may have been a stepdaughter. The directions for a funeral without pomp, and bequests to ‘my brother and sister Walsingham’, suggest that this Ralph Browne may have been one of the 2nd Earl of Bedford’s circle.
Hutchins, Dorset, ii. 298; PCC 27 Tashe, 9 Daper, 29 Darcy.
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Dr Matthew Boswell
Dr Boswell is Vice-chair of the National Holocaust Centre and Museum's Academic Advisory Board. His research focuses on the representation of the Holocaust and other atrocities across a range of media and art forms. He recently held an AHRC Leadership Fellowship for a project entitled 'Virtual Holocaust Memory', which considers the changing shape of Holocaust memory in the digital age.
In his monograph Holocaust Impiety in Literature, Popular Music and Film (Palgrave Macmillan, 2012) he discusses provocative responses to the Holocaust by non-victims, arguing that while such works are often shocking, the value of shock should not be lightly dismissed. Drawing on the philosopher Gillian Rose's criticisms of what she terms 'Holocaust piety' and its claim that the only possible response to the Holocaust is a respectful silence, the book considers how irreverent works of fiction play an important role in shaping our contemporary understanding of the Holocaust and also ourselves.
Other research interests include the 1994 Rwandan genocide, the globalisation of Holocaust memory, and the ways in which difficult pasts are remembered around the world. He is part of the Transnational Holocaust Memory research cluster, which leads an ongoing collaboration with the South African Holocaust and Genocide Foundation. In their work they consider the relationship between the Holocaust and traumatic histories such as apartheid. This collaboration has led to a range of knowledge exchange and public engagement activities, including a touring exhibition on coming to terms with difficult pasts and a public event programme at the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre entitled Remembering Holocaust and Genocide in the Digital Age.
He is an enthusiastic champion of public engagement and collaborates with a range of arts and heritage organisations in his work, from Holocaust museums to Opera North. He is a member of the Academic Advisory Board for the National Holocaust Centre and Museum and the Editorial Board of the journal Studies in Testimony.
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What are Conflict Minerals?
The US Congress passed the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the "Dodd Frank Act") in July 2010. Among other things it makes it binding for companies to document and publicise the presence of the so called conflict minerals when used in their products or in the manufacturing process. Coltan, gold, cassiterite (tin ore), wolframite and their derivates i.e. tin, tantalum or wolfram among others constitute conflict minerals.
As of 31st May 2014 all companies affected by this Regulation and listed in the US have to submit a report to the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) every year. This has to reveal whether the minerals used originate from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or its adjoining countries (DRC countries) and up to what extent they are actually "essential" for the products. Should this be the case the companies have to indicate the place of origin of the minerals precisely. This proposes to ensure a ban on the use of minerals that directly finance or back the armed conflict in the region.
If the minerals actually come from one of the DCR countries a Conflict Mineral Report has to be compiled. It must give a detailed account of the efforts undertaken to check the origin of the minerals and to make sure that the use of these minerals neither directly nor indirectly support armed groups. This report has also to be reviewed by an independent body. Affected companies have to independently account for the preceding year at the end of their financial year. Going by this the first report is due for 31st May 2014, which will be valid for the calendar year 2013 and thereafter on every 31st May for the preceding year.
The burden of proof will apply to all materials introduced into the recycling process from 1st January 2013 onwards. Materials that are "outside" the supply chain as of this date, i.e. holdings or ores already processed but not yet introduced into the value chain to end users, are exempt from this. A two-year transition period also permits minerals to be described as "Congo conflict not determinable" (instead of "Congo conflict-free"). For small-scale companies this transition period is valid for four years. Approximately 195,000 companies across the global supply chain are affected worldwide by this new burden of proof. For US companies the estimated costs incurred on account of this new Act are pegged at a minimum of three to four billion dollars annually.
What does the new law imply for the supply chain?
Compliance of the statutory provisions does not merely mean verification of the elements of one's own parts and raw materials. In fact a report has to be drafted every year on whether the conflict minerals that are "essential" for the functioning or manufacture of a product originate from the DRC countries. Whether this is the case or not will depend, among other things, upon the following factors: whether or not the mineral forms an indispensable component of the end product and was knowingly used here, i.e. it is not a by-product generated from processing another product, for e.g. tin residue in the case of steel.
Some companies inform their supply chain about the new requirement and request suppliers to identify parts that contain conflict minerals or their derivatives. Subsequently the supply chains of such parts and the smelting works connected to them should be identified. Finally it has to be checked if the identified materials were extracted from scrap or recycled material or actually have their origins in conflict mines.
There are many systems available for such procedures that simplify research and reporting. On the one hand research and reporting can be done manually. There is an excel tool for this that can be downloaded from the www.conflictfreesmelter.org site. On the other hand, with an increasing length of the supply chain it is perhaps extremely confusing and time consuming to go this route. The IMDS and CDX systems can be used alternatively for research and declaration of conflict minerals.
This makes it possible to conduct analysis without having to pore over copious excel documents, and the data sheet and supplied goods can be quickly compiled. Instructions on the use of IMDS and CDX are given in the following sections.
Conflict Minerals in the IMDS System
The IMDS is a databank and archiving system for companies of the automotive industry. We will explain how to deal with Conflict Minerals in the IMDS system. You can follow the procedure easily with the help of the screenshots. However, the IMDS serves merely to establish whether or not conflict minerals are present in the raw materials. It is on the CDX system that Declarations can be compiled (refer to the next section).
Conflict minerals can only be displayed via a filter ("Conflict Minerals") in the IMDS. While doing so the blue triangles show the basic substances, i.e. the smallest chemical unit that a raw material can comprise of.
Since "Conflict Minerals" form a distinct group of basic substances in the IMDS you can also conduct a targeted search on them by selecting "Analysis" on the menu bar.
One can thus conduct a specific search in the IMDS on all conflict minerals in the basic substances list by selecting "Analysis"/ "Where-used list" on the menu bar: either "rule-based" i.e. under separate or received entries or "individual" i.e. under already published entries (see the selection below).
Conflict Minerals in the CDX-System
The CDX System by DXC Technology (formerly HPE) supports different industries in complying with national and international requirements. This not only includes REACH, RRR, RoHS, WEEE, ELV or HKC that relate to the recycling and processing of hazardous materials but also most recently to the law on Conflict Minerals.
To support declaration and reporting, for instance, a new module has been generated in the CDX for Conflict Minerals (Conflict Mineral Declaration, CMD), which helps in meeting the comprehensive requirements. As a supplement to the CMD module even a Conflict Mineral Group has been generated in the CDX, which helps you in the analysis of the Bill of Materials Structure (BOM Structure). However, the list of basic substances in this group is not an exhaustive one but concerns basic substances that are normally used in manufactured items. There are though many more compounds that are required for production of articles but are not present in the part.
The pull down menu can be used to analyse the structure of individual material data sheets (MDS). Conflict Minerals can thus be set apart like the REACH-SVHC or RoHS basic substances. Select "Analyse-Application-Basic Substances List" to detect the parts containing Conflict Minerals. This helps to identify those suppliers from whom further information is required.
Further Steps: What is to be done?
After identification of problematic parts and suppliers the steps that follow depend upon the requirements of one's own company or clients. For instance, some clients may perhaps request formal reports on the use of critical minerals. The suppliers can be informed about installing the CMD module in the CDX system.
Reporting to the SEC by a company may perhaps call for assistance to prepare the report. Even when CDX standard raw materials are used that contain potentially problematic substances the supplier should be asked for a CMD. The CDX can also be used for this regardless of the information on the product already existing in the system.
The new law has caused thousands of companies all over the world to be weighed down by the burden of proof. It is difficult for many companies to substantiate the origin of minerals since there are many complex steps between production of minerals and manufacture of the end product. Besides, the new regulations are complicated. The stream of countless queries on processed materials across the supply chain comes is added by another one in the wake of conflict minerals. Almost no company can cope with the responsibility of responding to these queries, managing them and of obligatory reporting manually.
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CBI obtains non-bailable warrant against Vijay Mallya; find out how it will proceed next
The warrant is related to a case over the unpaid loan of Rs 900 crore disbursed by IDBI Bank.
By : Arkadev Ghoshal
CBI obtains non-bailable warrant against Vijay Mallya [in picture]; find out how it will proceed next.IANS
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said on Monday that it managed to obtain a non-bailable warrant (NBW) against former liquor baron Vijay Mallya, and was looking to pursue a path that would get him extradited back to India to face various charges concerning non-repayment of loans to various banks.
A CBI spokesperson told International Business Times, India, that the probe agency has managed to elicit the NBW against Mallya from a special court in Mumbai in the case of the unpaid loan of Rs 900 crore to IDBI Bank. Mallya had managed to rack up several such high-value loans and then fled to the UK without paying them.
The spokesperson also said that it will now send the warrant to New Delhi, which will then forward it to the UK to extradite the businessman back to India. Although India and the UK have an extradition treaty in place, so far only one person has been extradited back to India from that country: Samirbhai Vinubhai Patel was an accused in a case related to the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Patel's extradition in October this year has raised hopes of both Mallya and former Indian Premier League boss Lalit Modi being brought back to India to stand trial for the charges they face.
Other NBWs against Mallya
Mallya has already had an NBW issued against him by a Delhi court for evading summons in a Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) case. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is currently probing that case.
Another case being probed by the ED had also seen a Mumbai court issue an NBW against Mallya. This was in April this year, and the case pertained to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. It has been alleged in the case that Mallya-owned Kingfisher Airlines had used Rs 430 crore obtained as loan to buy assets on foreign shores.
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Aussi bien connu pour son personnage de Catherine au sein du duo "Catherine & Liliane" , que pour ses spectacles humoristiques, Alex Lutz est un artiste aux multiples facettes. Le public en découvre une nouvelle dans son dernier spectacle, où il offre au public des moments de poésie avec son cheval Nilo. Cette passion pour les chevaux le suit depuis son enfance jusqu'à son prochain film, "Guy" mettant en scène un cheval parmi les premiers rôles.
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Ask alexlutz: How did your interest in horses begin?
By wanting to go to riding centers. It's a passion I have since I was a kid, as far as I remember, I was touched by horses.
In movies, every time there was a chase, when horses were falling, it frightened or saddened me, more for the horse than for the cowboy.
There is a very strong link with this animal since I was very young, then I started riding in equestrian centers at the age of 8-9 years old.
Ask alexlutz: Were your parents riders?
Not at all, they found the animal very noble, beautiful, just like everyone else. I was in the country side, so sometimes I saw horses, but I had a very distant relation with them.
Ask alexlutz: Host your horse, Nilo, in your one-man-show: what is a surprise for the audience?
The audience doesn't expect to see a horse because it's not an equestrian show. There's no 'show' aspect, it's an animal presence. Most moments of Nilo on stage are liberty ones, without saddle or bridle, in a poetic way. There's just the first scene that's more demonstrative; when I arrive with him, I get in a complete muddle. There's no artifice, no effect, so there's a sort of ease, of obvious presence.
In the backstages, he has his double-stable, because he is with his challenger, Botero, with whom he alternates from time to time. He's almost his twin, we are training Botero so that he can replace him more.
These horses are used to show and audience, they are born at Mario Lurashi's stables, and were trained by Yann Vaille, a rider working for Mario. He wanted them to be trained under the saddle, for liberty work, vaulting,... They have an amazing talent, they can do a lot of things, are not bored, and are always motivated to discover.
They are trained in this spirit, where each horse has his specificity, and where Mario focus on what the horse is the better at.
Nilo and Botero are really good with the crowd, they are hardly impressed. In liberty work, they know a lot of things, which requires work, all the time. I am not a particularly great rider, so I often work with Yann while hiking with my other horses.
Ask alexlutz: Do you occasionally ride Nilo and Botero?
I have to ride them, to have good ground work, you have to ride, and to ride well, you need ground work. We go towards this more and more, ground work allows things to go so much faster once on the saddle, by making the comprehension easier in a zen spirit. I love both.
I have to ride to refine the dressage; they are athletes, and you have to diversify activities between pure dressage session, work on flexibility or show figure,... I try to don't bore them.
During shows, it's all about improving what we have, so that they know it by heart and are relaxed. It requires a lot of work, Mario's stables' skills, and Yann's know-how.
Ask alexlutz: Usually, where are Nilo and Botero's stables?
Their stalls and paddocks are at Mario Luraschi's stables, their life goes between cares, stall, work, paddock,... in some pleasant surroundings.
At his stables, there're only horses who work, they all are real 'entertainment workers' with projects. For example, last year Botero were on more filming than me!
They have an amazing follow-up, with the knowledge of Mario and his teams. He made his equitation by getting inspired by every equitations, there is no single equitation he doesn't know.
He has his own way to train a horse, but knows every others equitations. We talk a lot about ethology lately, Mario has been using it from a long time, because he couldn't have had everything he had, if he didn't have a relation with the animal above all.
Ask alexlutz: The racing businessman, the parents (too much) invested in shows, the young showjumping rider...Which equestrian figures are sources of inspiration for your humor?
At some point, I thought about including more horse's figures by associating it with human's figures. But in the end I went with a more humorous and poetic project where the horse's presence is symbolic. There is only one part about young riders in the riding school.
The show is still small, it's only a few months old and it's still growing. I have always made my shows evolve so I think it will move ahead, with newness. I, therefore, don't exclude it but it's like making jokes about sound engineers to horse riders, only the sound engineers will get it. The equestrian world is very codified, and to make a joke about a pole down is complicated. On the other hand, what will interest me will be the characters, who will have to be very universal, so it can reach more people even if they are very specific.
The abusive parents with their children who are riding, it can be funny but it has to be very comprehensive for the audience.
For example, in my previous show, what made people laugh about my casting director was that he had the power over life and death on someone's career, not the fact that he was a casting director. It could have worked with someone from the job centre, people would have laughed the same way.
Horse riding being very technical, it is not as simple as it seems. I really hope it could be less technical and more popular, because there is no reason why it is less popular than any other sports.
Ask alexlutz: If your fictional character, Catherine, should ride, how would you describe her as a rider?
She would be a show-off from outside, but actually fearful. As usual, she would be proud, and probably charmed if there are nice riders around. Finally, she would be a bore, and full of love as usual!
Ask alexlutz: Where does this passion for Schwarzwälder Horses come from?
This passion came by chance, I was looking for a heavy horse from a longtime, and I saw one in Chantilly. I have already seen Schwarzwälder or 'Forêts-noires' during my childhood, as I come from Alsace (a region in northeastern France). They have an amazing look with beautiful coats, and they also have a relative lightness. I will see, if I go for it or not, for this Schwarzwälder. I find them very nice.
Ask alexlutz: What about the equine's presence in your upcoming movie, Guy?
In my next movie, there are Botero and Escobar, horses are very present. Mostly when it comes to the relation of my character with horses, it's an old man who's living in the South of France, and who hikes with his horse.
Botero plays in it, and Escobar, who is a 4 year-old foal I bought to Mario. It's a gorgeous little spanish horse, he's so little, we could bring him in a backpack! I love him, he is 15hh, beautiful and very cute, he goes everywhere, and is curious. He lives in my forest in Orléans, with my leasure horses. We ride him just for pleasure or for movies, he is exceptionnal during filming.
Ask alexlutz: The showjumping world doesn't attract you as much as ground work?
I have always loved watching showjumping, and I have always admired it, but I am not a lover of the athletic and competition part of horseriding. I love seing great champions, and great classes, but I wouldn't be happy if I were doing it. I would miss something, the thing I am looking for since I was a kid: galloping in the forest. I need a pure emotion, very natural. In my show, when there's is the Symphony N.23 of Mozart, with a special light, and when I am on my knees in front of Nilo while he's sniffing my head, it creates an emotion in me.
In dressage, I think it's about magnifying things that horses know from the beginning.
Also, I am 40, I probably wouldn't have answered the same thing at 25 years old! If I had started to ride again sooner in my artist career, maybe I would have done it.
Anyway, as a spectator, I love it and I am proud of our athletes.
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In this exclusive collaborative article, industry experts from leading vendors Tripwire, Nuix, BeyondTrust and Guidance Software each discuss the growing awareness around insider threats and the practical strategies and technologies available to detect and prevent against them.
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Q: How big is an insider threat relative to an external one?
KL: “Insider threats should be taken at least as seriously as external ones simply because insiders represent an equal, if not greater risk when compared to external hackers, viruses, ransomware etc. Many studies out there back this up; for example, IBM’s 2015 Cyber Security Intelligence Index pinpoints 55% of all cyberattacks on insiders. And it’s not just about corporate spies or disgruntled employees to be concerned with; it’s the people who have legitimate access to an organisation’s resources who make simple, unintentional mistakes which could result in major data breaches.”
ND: “The insider already has access to the network therefore has already overcome many of the obstacles which may deter an external threat. Quantifying the threat is of course complex and in many ways external threats can be more easily assessed. However much like a retail store takes steps to prevent staff theft, organisations must move from denial and recognise the realities of the insider threat and assign appropriate efforts against it.”
BC: “A highly privileged disgruntled user within the organisation may have easy access to large volumes of sensitive material which could be damaging to a company if exposed, particularly if their reputation or finances are at stake. With regards to how big the threat is, this is largely dependent on what’s already been done to address insider threats. For instance, has there been a handle on users with direct privileged access? Or users who can easily access unauthorised systems?”
Q: What are the emerging trends in insider threats?
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ND: “The insider threat has been increasing for a while but has accelerated in recent years as technology has become more complex. The BYOD trend of using personal devices for work and the use of social media not only facilitates the exfiltration of data but also provides an easy opportunity for criminal gangs to recruit insiders. Whilst the revelations from Panama or Snowden make news headlines and expose the potential posed by the insider threat, the majority of insider breaches go unpublished due to their very nature.”
PN: “Trends show that insider threats aren’t just from malicious individuals looking to compromise an organisation, but also those who intend no malice. This could be a result of misconfiguring a system’s controls or a lack of awareness training which leads to employees unintentionally compromising an organisation. However, more recently, as more valuable information is being stored, those who may have been influenced by an external threat actor may be encouraged to steal sensitive data for financial gain. We see this more in off-shore countries where salaries are low and 3rd party employers offer a large sum of money in exchange for personal data. As a result, organisations must ensure their customer data is held securely and appropriately to prevent its loss.”
Q: Insider threats are an enterprise risk, but defending them is often bundled out between departments such as IT, HR or physical security. What are the best ways to manage the risk of responsibilities getting lost?
BC: “As with any cross-cutting concern in an organisation, educating key stakeholders and getting their buy-in is the first priority. You have to make sure everyone needed joins and is on the right track. Clarity around what is currently in place and where the holes are will help to ensure the strategy is sound and comprehensive. The strategy in place must focus on “needs” as oppose to “wants”. Most people don’t want change, but need to have a safer environment to enhance productivity.“
KL: “There is no doubt the insider threat is an enterprise risk, but some organisations blindly treat it as an IT or HR problem. They are doomed to failure with this approach – they need to break down the walls between departments and overcome the egos that initially formed these walls. Most importantly, this is a dynamic threat and categorizing it as an IT or HR problem solves it with a static response, a recipe for failure.”
ND: “Exactly how often does HR communicate to IT when an employee has received a lower than expected bonus? To properly defend against insider [and other cyber] threats, more cross-functional co-operation is required. This has been achieved in the past when organisations aligned themselves closer to their customers as part of an overhaul of customer relationship management. A similar approach needs to be applied as part of a holistic cyber defence strategy with clear responsibility at the board level” PN: “It’s good practise to maintain risk registers for the different departments so such weaknesses can be tracked and remediated. Change control on critical assets and systems that contain company sensitive information is important and must be adhered to at all times without exception.”
Q: What are the best technology solutions available to defend against insider threats?
KL: “Digital forensic technology allows us to understand the actions taken by users on work devices and to make connections between events. It’s one thing to find an email sent from a work account to a personal account containing sensitive data, but that doesn’t give the whole story. For all we know, they could be sending themselves documents just so they can work from home and that is all. However, combined with say increased job searches or indications of dissatisfaction drawn from web history or online conversations you see a different story.
Our current technology allows organisations to sift through heaps of electronic data quickly and with forensic precision. Once data is processed, analysts can see connections in a manner which is unmatched in our field. We are also set to release our Nuix Insight product line which gives defenders even more tools in their repertoire to foil insiders and hackers alike. It combines the power of our current engine with real-time endpoint monitoring and data collection alongside even more advanced analytics and visualisation capabilities.”
PN: “Vulnerability management is a must for all organisations. Internal scans of critical systems should be conducted regularly to identify weak controls and vulnerabilities, preventing malicious code that could be introduced by an employee. Integrity monitoring of systems and detecting changes is key to any security model as it could be an early indication of compromise. Good SCM vendors will monitor not just the file systems but network devices such as: firewalls to detect unauthorised or misconfigured changes, databases for data modification or directory services which can monitor users on privileged groups, all to defend against insider threats.”
ND: “The role played by digital forensics is key as the insider will always attempt to cover their tracks. Our EndPoint Security technology builds up a pattern of endpoint behaviour. Whilst this can be used to identify known malware, the real power is our ability to highlight unusual behaviour. For example a commercial FTP client may well be on the approved software list and its use in another department may not be detected by other tools. Our interactive Analytics visualizations highlight anomalies whereby a piece of software is running on a machine for the first time, or where that process has not been observed before. If such unusual activity requires further investigation, our EndPoint Investigator tool gives an in-depth visibility of the endpoint, revealing deleted files and other traces of malicious behaviour. These traces and other artefacts can then be collected in Encase.”
BC: “The vast majority of well-known exploits over the past few years have shown common themes emerging; the initial foothall is obtained through a vulnerability followed by exploit of a privileged user account. At BeyondTrust, we believe in the concept of Intelligence Privileged Access Management (iPAM); consider vulnerability and privilege together. Don’t just fix vulnerabilities and remove privileged access accounts, but ensure the tools used to elevate privilege create awareness of the vulnerabilities that could be exploited.”
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Sandy Hook Investigation
Published on November 17th, 2013 | by Kennedy Ray
Sandy Hook Shooting: Sedensky’s Abridged Report – A Summary
In response to Gov. Malloy’s demand for the long-completed Sandy Hook investigative report, Sedensky plans to release 2{2bd38f3aa67c5df5134457b3a6cccfa81474f178cea7c899ef32e7849771de96} of the report to the public on November 25th. Last Tuesday, Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy stated he wants the Sandy Hook shooting report of state’s attorney Stephen J. Sedensky III released this week.
Family members of the victims got to review Sedensky’s abridged report last Thursday, to prepare them for the public release of the information.
Newstimes reported that family members attended the meeting with FBI agents, CT State police and officials from the Danbury state’s attorney’s office. The families were given approximately 20 minutes to review a summary of the 40 page report.
“Relatives said that the 40-page report they reviewed was written by Danbury State’s Attorney Stephen Sedensky. It is that report that they were told would be released to the public before the end of the month, family members said, and not a far more detailed 2,000-page state police report on the shooting.”
“A family member stated he had already toured the school, and when he was presented with about 20 minutes to review the lengthy report, he decided to only read the parts that pertained to his child. Most of it was information he had already been given by detectives, he said, but some of it was difficult to see written in black and white.”
The report included photographs of the home in Newtown where Adam Lanza lived with his mother, Nancy, and pictures from inside the school after the shooting, but none of the photographs showed any of the victims, a relative said. The children are not named in the report, relatives said.
“It was really just pictures of the guns, bullets, stuff like that,” the relative said.”
Sedensky declined to give any comments regarding the Sandy Hook investigative report or the meeting.
The obvious question is: What happens to the 2,000 page Sandy Hook investigative report from the state police? Are they going to seal the Sandy Hook Investigative report like the government did with the J.F.K files? The investigative report on the assassination of ex president John F Kennedy has been sealed until the year 2029.
Policeone reported the following: No date has been set for the release of the full state police report. Once Sedensky signs off on the investigation as being completed, state police plan to release their report online.
Sedensky’s abridged report is set to be released on November 25th, the same day a judge will rule on the release of the Sandy Hook 911 recordings.
On GLP a member asked the following question: “Another coincidental, smokescreen, or he is going to use the report to persuade the judge?
Sedensky argued that airing the 911 tapes could expose witnesses to harassment from conspiracy theorists. What is Sedensky’s secret? Why would he fear conspiracy theorists?
One can only assume that there are serious errors in the report, and they don’t want the public to find out about it. For one, violation of protocol regarding EMS personnel, who were not allowed to enter the Sandy Hook Elementary school. They were told to stage by the firehouse where they had set up the triage for the victims who were never transported out of the school, besides 4 wounded victims who were transported to the hospital.
The official story stated that two children were injured and that these children were transported by ambulance to Danbury Hospital, where they perished. Then there is Natalie Hammond who was shot and another older woman shown on a stretcher who has not been identified by the media.
This indicates that Police officers declared the other victims dead. Unless a person is decapitated, a doctor must declare if someone is dead, Police officers can’t make that determination!
Read more about this in our crime scene article, and view the Sofia Smallstorm Video. Besides that, one can also imagine that Sedensky is worried about the possible release of the 911 recordings to the public, what was said on those seven 911 recordings from Sandy Hook School?
A citizen stated: The lack of leadership, the disdain for the rule of law, corruption, and pure arrogance among the “officials” in the state of Connecticut (my home state for the last 37 years) makes me physically ill. It is well beyond sickening.
The NewsTimes published the following yesterday:
“Perhaps the most heart-rending remnants from the long investigation are clothing worn by the victims when they died. Troopers spent their own money to “launder and re-launder” them, removing bloodstains before packaging them up in case the families wanted them back, the investigator said. Many did, but about a half-dozen sets of clothes remain unclaimed and will go into storage with the other evidence, should those families eventually change their minds, he said.”
I’m at a loss for words.. I guess the clothing worn by the victims were no longer needed as evidence.
Note: I don’t believe they had any bloody clothing from children
In Connecticut, a crime victim has the right to have any property he or she owns, which was seized by police in connection with an arrest, returned to him or her.
Federal legislation, the “Justice for All Act” of 2004 requires that biological evidence be retained in federal cases. – (View PDF). I’m not sure if this also includes the DNA evidence items of the victims.
It must be the first time in US history that Troopers “launder and re-launder” evidence items..
Connecticut Council on Freedom of Information (CCFOI) stated that there is no area where public transparency is more vital than in the administration of justice. The need for accountability is particularly acute when the police and prosecutorial powers of the state are exercised in the name of society at large.
The Record-Journal in Meriden wrote: “How can the public know whether an emergency was handled well or poorly if the minute-by-minute events are going to be reviewed only by insiders, meeting in secret? Or swept under the rug and not reviewed at all?”
State attorney Stephen J. Sedensky III and the leadership of the CT state police should resign immediately!
I still have hope that the judge will rule in favor of the public regarding the release of the Sandy Hook 911 recordings. Please leave your comments below!
Tags: Sandy Hook Investigation, Stephen Sedensky
Kennedy Ray Just a girl who owns the black belt in blogging and publishing. I have a passion for justice and people who are different than the majority. Normal people lack of creativity and imagination.
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34 Responses to Sandy Hook Shooting: Sedensky’s Abridged Report – A Summary
Dudashane. says:
Nice job!. Ever notice we always find out about these parent/family meetings with the state police or other government officials after the meeting has already taken place? Do these reporters get a memo telling them about the meeting or are they just given report from the state police that it happened? It seems weird that these news reporters would get play by play limited information from a family member and not expand on the meeting they witnessed. So read those ” family” articles again and think to yourself….why would this reporter that seemed to just get first hand information from a ” family member” not expand on what happened at the meeting?
Kennedy Ray says:
Yes you have a good point there, I asked myself the same question at the very beginning. They blame the media for spreading false information, yet, if you listen to the news reports, for example Pete Williams, he stated twice that the information was confirmed by state and federal officials! Not only Pete Williams, I heard that reference in several reports. Who are these officials releasing false information?
Dudeashane says:
The same officials that are writing all the stories and releasing canned information to news outlets. Again the events of the most recent meeting don’t seem to be told to these reporters from the ” family members” it’s like they are printing what the state police or maybe Sedensky said happened at this supposed meeting. No participants are named other than ” family members” or ” relatives ” . In fact one article starts 3 different paragraphs with ” a family member said”. This is terrible writing and the term redundant is an understatement. So I conclude these are not reporters relaying events they witnessed. They are printing what someone told them to print.
Callahan says:
Pete William was the “CHIEF JUSTICE CORRESPONDENT” – so he either lied, is totally incompetent, was lied to or was reporting the truth. Isn’t it a coincidence that the MEDIA inserts an AR-15 into every shooting event whether or not it is actually utilized ?
There are so many inconsistencies in the official story that it becomes overwhelmingly obvious that it is a lie.
The police radio transmissions indicate that officers were in the classrooms at approximately 9:45 and reported that the shooter had not yet been located. at 9:49 am an officer reports that the last shot was 3 minutes ago (9:46am). At approximately 9:52 am we hear “suspect down”.
The search warrant paragraph 5 indicates that Lanza was found dead in the classroom. So the question begs to be asked- How did Lanza get by all the officers in the hallway and classrooms with his dead body and guns and drop himself into the 2nd classroom?
The evidence is clear that there were multiple assailants and that they likely attacked the 2 classrooms simultaneously. Soto should have had time to lock her door if the “shooter” blasted his way in the front door and took out Roussaeu’s entire class right ?
Who were the assailants ? I believe the kindergarten teacher’s son (Scott Vollmer- Bloomberg employee) , the armed SWAT guy in the woods, the two shadows running and confronted by police on Crestwood. I believe one of the shadows was Chris Manfredonia. Manfredonia’s daughter may have been in Roig’s class which would explain why that class was spared espite being unlocked and the first classroom in the hall.
I could go on and on. I will try to post a link later.
Boy! You are assuming that people were actually killed? I don’t know how anyone can still believe that after knowing that not 1 allegedly shot child was looked at by ANY EMT, nor transported to the Hospital, and have a doctor pronounce the person dead (which is what their protocol requires!). If the doctors or EMT did not see any injured children that day, then how can you say anyone was shot? or were even in that building? You can’t!
I would like comment on this. Do I believe people were actually killed? I believe some of the adults might have been killed, but it is not the ones who’s family members gave happy go lucky interviews on television. There are definitely some “actors” involved. Regarding the kids, I like Sofia Smallstorm’s theory on how they might have used pictures from their kids when they were younger, these kids are much older now and alive. But where are they now?
We can only go by what they present us with, and then rule out and debunk their version with our research and evidence we do have.
Some suggested that all these kids actually died, but of other circumstances and were chosen for this event.. Every theory I explore leads me to a dead end, as I don’t have all the puzzle pieces.
The son of the Kindergarten teacher, Scott Vollmer is an event manager for Bloomberg. That suggest a drill. How about something during that drill went wrong and someone actually died?
Please tell us your complete theory on what happened that day, I would love to hear it.
This link has the best overall synopsis
https://www.unitedstatesmilitia.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10621
I would augment that link with:
1. Chris Manfredonia details (a) he lived right behind Lanza (b) His daughter was possibly in Roig’s class which was spared despite being unlocked and the first classroom in the hall (c) He apparently was one of the “two shadows” fleeing towards Crestwood and was confronted by police. The other guy apparently escaped.
2. Police Audio Timeline discrepancy- Lanza was found in the 2nd classroom (search warrant paragraph 5) yet police arrived at the classrooms and reported that the shooter was not located. Shots fired subsequently and not until approx 9:52 did they announce “suspect down”
3. A Police Training Presentation, citing Lessons Learned From Sandy Hook , indicated that the window was not shot out because the Police were required to breach.
4. Most likely there were at least two teams of shooters that assaulted both classrooms simultaneously. Soto should have had time to lock her door, if the shooter(s) shot out the front door, the Principal and staff and Rousseau’s entire class. Also child witnesses said they heard no shots until the shooter(s)? arrived.
I believe most or all of the victims really died lacking compelling evidence to the contrary. I believe that theory is being aggressively promoted to divert attention and investigation resources away from the criminals and the evidence of the crime. It also serves to undermine the credibility and sensitivity of the truth movement. I believe that it is counter productive to pursue that lead unless there is compelling evidence.
I acknowledge that anything is possible but we can only go where the evidence tales us. Lack of evidence is not evidence. Just because Sophia Smallstorm and I don’t see bodies that doesn’t prove nobody died. Neither do photoshop pictures of Emily Parker or false pictures of Allison Wyatt. Did we see any blood or bodies from VA Tech?
It may be possible that fake victims and or actors may have been added to the narrative for effect. Blonde Blue eyed victims especially. Notice the same families on TV all the time are performers: Wheelers, Barden, Nicole Hockley was into acting in college, Green. Again I emphasize that there seems to be little payoff in pursuing that issue lacking clear compelling evidence of fraud. The “Hoax Theorists” need only produce a single living victim and have yet to do so.
I also acknowledge what appear to be egregious failures of protocol in the triage of the victims. There are many legitimate questions on the circumstances but concluding unequivocally everything was a hoax is not prudent.
By the way I do live here and am unaware of anyone in town who is asserting this was a hoax.
The motive was to ban guns/AR-15 s in particular – the method was to replicate Dunblane where by an identical event resulted in gun confiscation in the UK. The opportunity – have an individual familiar with a school (Scott Vollmer) lead an assault team on innocent children. Use Adam Lanza as a patsy as a lone crazed gunman. Plant firearms and NRA literature and certificates at Lanza’s house to garner hatred toward gun lobby.
I think this is the most coherent assembly of the facts and circumstances to arrive at a working theory.
-swansong- says:
Thanks for sharing that, Callahan. Having insight into the area can obviously be very beneficial when trying to sort through the flotsam.
I wonder…have you heard anything about the goings on at the Trentacosta home that morning? Are you familiar with them and their location?
I know absolutely nothing about the Trentacosta situation.
I have indirect information and contacts with some people closely effected though.
I know one person who has a member of their household that handled the victims in the ER that day. I am trying to get information but I don’t want to press to hard on that.
I ran into a couple that have a mutual friend in Natalie Hammond. I was told that Hammond has not discussed the event at all with her friend.
My in law worked with the spouse of another victim/
My friend saw Lauren Rouseau on a daily basis when she worked at Star Bucks.
Although I did not go to any wakes or verify any dead bodies I really think these hoax theories are pretty out there. While not impossible I just think there would be too many holes to plug. Although the official story has alot of holes to plug too and they seem to be getting away with it.
Think about it for a minute. If this was a hoax wouldn’t they have pre-recorded 911 calls fully scripted and released ? Fake crime scene pictures with fake blood ?
Why is Andrea McCarren and Sally Cox absolutely refusing to explain themselves ? The police called an individual contacting Sally Cox inquiring on her story. If all was scripted all of these loose ends would not exist. All witnesses would be available and forthcoming with consistent stories detailing Lanza’s attack and AR-15 assault. Instead we have virtually NO witness statement NOTHING! And not a single piece of evidence against Lanza.
I recently observed 4 tombstones for Pinto, Green, Bacon and Wyatt. They were set at different times and were all recently maintained with trinkets, footballs, baseballs, flowers, pumpkins.
Has any hoax advocate produced a single living victim?
The Hoax , drill, theories are a diversion in my opinion. Focus should be on motive and culpability. All Hoax theories seem to miss one or both of those very important issues.
That’s really all I was looking for, right there. Thanks.
Btw…in drills…if that’s what this was…the responses (911 calls, witness statements [although some may be], etc… aren’t scripted…only the execution of the event and background of the main participant(s) is determined before hand. Evaluating the “response” is the purpose of the event.
Bittercritter says:
I agree, I think those are diversions. If we look at events from the beginning things go awry at the point where police allow no one else in the school. Once the shooter is down and the scene declared inactive there was no reason to keep EMTs outside, was there?
I think it’s safe to conclude that this is a cover up instead a drill. Cover up of what though? The possibilities are; Police accidentally killed someone (shot through a door after hearing noise thinking it was the gunman), police response was so slow as to allow an entire class to be butchered while they “got in to entry positions”, there was a hostage situation handled poorly resulting in needless deaths, etc.
From the afternoon of 12/14 things went crazy so far as news items went. Changes in guns used, guns found, who the shooter was, etc, etc. – all classic tactics of disinformation to cloud the original issue.
Note how much attention has been paid to the “crisis actors’ scenarios – I believe the PTB are subtly pushing that theory in order to discredit any legitimate investigation by private citizens.
As for Carver’s slip saying “have it crash on the heads of Newtown later” how could that be construed? He knows the children did not die as reported. This could mean that it was police who killed somebody or that the alleged murder weapon was not what we’ve been told. Both could be true.
In Sedensky’s summary it reports that .223 casings could be positively matched to the bushmaster rifle. Oddly, they could NOT match any of the bullets fired from the same gun.
If cops had accidentally shot someone they would need to change the murder weapon to .223 since that was the weapon most cops carried that day.
The first reports said that handguns and only handguns were used and found inside the school. This is most likely correct. Needing to transfer blame the AR15 bushmaster was inserted in to the story as the weapon used by Lanza.
Perhaps instead of rushing to outlaw the possession of AR15’s by civilians Americans should be questioning whether it’s safe to allow all police to carry them.
Considering I have yet to hear a single story of a LEO accidentally shooting someone with an AR15 you can bet it’s been covered up.
The question I have is was Sandy Hook an instance of police accidentally shooting someone?
I don’t think they could convict Lanza were he still alive. No fingerprint evidence, no bullet matching, no eyewitness who could positively ID him as the shooter and no video of him coming or entering the school.
The lack of hard evidence is appalling.
Lanza could have been lured to the school under false pretenses by his neighbor Chris Manfredonia- maybe Manfredonia invited him to make gingerbread houses? Maybe he invited Adam to play a role in an active shooter drill? Why else would Lanza smash his hard drives? He had no motive to kill his mother, no motive to kill children.
Lanza had no history of violence or rage outbursts. The weed whacker noise by his house was unbearable to him so how could he survive 2 seconds at a gun range ? He was incapable of committing this act in my opinion. He is a real person whose social security number could be found on the net, verified to selective service records (age 20) and he was identified in probate records as well as the divorce decree.
If this whole story was fake don’t you think we WOULD HAVE seen fake bodies, fake blood etc. like people assert occurred in Boston ? If it was all fake why was it reported a SWAT guy was caught in the woods ? Why did Sally Cox need to hide in a closet for 4 hours with Barbara Halstead? Why are witnesses refusing to speak ?Andrea McCarren, Sally Cox, Roy Low? Why would Sally Cox have needed to change her story ?
Remember that original reports did not say “Nancy Lanza” was a teacher at the school. They said “The SHOOTER’S MOTHER” was a teacher at the school.
I believe it was a…well the best way to say it is an enhanced drill. I think they had a planned drill with all these different government agencies ready to participate. They also hired a bunch of locals and maybe some imports with the assumption that these extra’s are to play up the scenario. They tell them that this drill is really important to gauge how well they would handle this situation. The extras are told that the news will be there, helicopters, police, medics and they really need them to help make it seem real. My guess is around 2pm the extras learn that the event has moved from drill to ” something really did happen”. I think they all signed non-disclosure agreements so they cannot say they thought it was just a drill. Remember, they were told to act it up to make it seem as real as possible. Think of how scary it is for them if they tell someone they thought they were just part of a drill. The actor claim is probably correct but I think many of them are just innocent participants that got railroaded.
I don’t think people are looking at what is the most likely possibility – that it’s the police response which is being covered up. Either they let someone get away, needed to swap weapons out to help a political agenda or there was a serious error made by police that resulted in unnecessary deaths – late response, mistakenly shooting an innocent person, etc. It was something done by police that is the source of the cover up.
As a theory it does fit the evidence we have of no-one but police being allowed in the school (total control of crime scene), the conflicting reports early on weapons and type, the arrest of a fellow officer who happened to be nearby.
There is also the matter of the car doors being reported as open but later seen shut. It was reported the shotgun was next to the passenger door but was later shown being removed from the trunk along with an AR15. Then there are the “black sweatshirts” (cleric robes?) strewn around the car. Why was there more than 1? Why so many guns? (more than any single person would need or use)
The victims families are a dead end and will reveal nothing. I think attention has been diverted from what I mention above to keep the drill and hoax theories alive. It’s entirely possible most of the material found on the web is being manufactured by them to keep the misdirection alive.
Excellent write up!
I don’t think people are looking at what is the most likely possibility – that it’s the police response which is being covered up.
Actually…that’s exactly what I was doing yesterday…til the blog ate my article and I got pissed off and went to bed….bah!
Oh yeah…btw…good to see ya…bah!
Pilot says:
Hey Callahan-
Am I crazy, or did I see your almost identical post at Memoryhole? Do people repeat themselves on the internet? Just asking.
Sofia Smallstorm has a factual error in her movie that is unfortunate because it’s so “small” but pertinent. She shows a picture of Peter Lanza and a son posing on the set of SNL. I thought we were to believe that it was Adam. Looked nothing like the other photos of him but hey so what…anyway she says it’s of Ryan. Why would someone so otherwise precise make such a silly error? The boy shown in the SNL photo looks like neither Adam nor Ryan. Her mistaken analysis glosses over this fact.
Pilot I post my stuff and quality stuff of others everywhere trying get to get the truth out to as many as possible
Bittercritter, think of your theory of police coverup and include the presence of over 90 grey and black sedans in the parking lot – how do they fit in to your scenario?
Were that theory correct I would expect there to be parents even MORE upset/infuriated/demanding of info, etc…then we have thought.
Yeah-and we have none! of that…the cops have stories to tell. My guess is they were duped into it and offered some $$, signed a non-disclosure agreement and will attempt to live with the lie. It reminds me of Arlington Road.
I think it is like Sofia Smallstorm said, there were different levels of awareness. I for one, after going over the scanner feeds again believe that not all EMT personnel was aware of a “drill” if that is the case. You can tell by the timeline post I just published. I have no idea what really happened, but I will point out the obvious lies ..
That is exactly right. Remember in my theory for the drill you don’t have to have everyone in on the ruse you just need the “extras” to all think they are suppose to help with making the drill seem as real life as possible.
It’s after that the extras become aware of what just took place and they have to decide if they are willing to say ” gosh I thought is was just a drill.”
The tension in that town must be immense.
Right, I think Malloy, Sedensky, and that corpulent bully Vance (among others) know what happened, and the people in their “downline” have been paid off or threatened.
“When the American people doubt everything coming out of the TV and newspapers, we will have realized or objective.” – William Casey paraphrase
NO SECRETS says:
What are the lessons learned from the Sandy Hook?
Government servitude 101
1 – That guns are bad
2 – That conspiracy theorists are bad
3 – That home-schooling is a dangerous practice and must end
4 – That some medical conditions lead to violent behavior but this can be remedied by clipping a few strands off your DNA
5 – That parents are legally responsible for their child’s criminal actions
6 – That more surveillance is required to make everyone safe from criminals (can we predict people like Adam are dangerous?)
7 – That more supervision is required for the mentally ill and more programs are needed to support them (more interventions)
8 – That the public is not required to know the details surrounding this crime or any other violent crime
9 – That you should not question the official story (unless you want to end up like Micheal Hastings or Paul Walker)
10 – That asking questions can land you in jail: ie: Remember when Scotty Walker called Wayne Carver’s office
11 – That government officials will take care of you so don’t worry (just drink your Kool-Aid)
12 – That the media makes mistakes but corrections are not required (hardly anyone will notice anyway)
13 – That we must destroy a school and everything that reminds us of this violent crime
(and then rebuild the school in the exact same place)
14 – That more censorship of the internet is required to protect us from bad people
15 – That victim’s feelings trump everything else (the law, freedom of information and even kids safety)
16 – That officials can whip up new laws on the fly to suit the crime and the occasion
17 – That police officers and EMS suffer from post traumatic stress but not teachers and students apparently
18 – That lawsuits are not required in some circumstances like violent school shootings
19 – Donations will fix the problem
20 – Your government cares
I hope my sarcasm isn’t taken the wrong way. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays !
I think that was one well thought out recap of the effects and lessons from SH.
Merry Christmas/Joyeux Noel/Feliz Navidad/Greetings of the Season…to you, too 🙂
The official report is about to be released. Lets hope we can finally get to the bottom of this mess. I have added the correct links below. Please spread this information far and wide. Thank you!
SANDY HOOK SCHOOL SHOOTING INVESTIGATION COMPLETED; REPORT TO BE RELEASED
The Connecticut State Police report on the Dec. 14, 2012, shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School will be released on Friday, December 27, 2013, at 3:00 p.m.
The report will be available only at this website: http://www.ct.gov/statepolicenewtownreport
The report runs several thousand pages and has been redacted according to law.
The report does contain some text, photos and 911 calls received by the State Police on the day of the shootings.
The release of this document is indicative that this State Police criminal investigation is concluded.
###END###
LT. J. Paul Vance
http://www.ct.gov/despp/cwp/view.asp?Q=537354&A=4226
http://www.despp2.ct.gov/
We are all waiting with baited breath. Thanks for the links. I suspect we’ll have our work cut out for us.
R Castle says:
First – a preface – I have never considered myself to be a conspiracy theorist by any means. In all cases, I review the evidence and am able to determine for myself what is true and what is not. Unfortunately, after reviewing the “evidence” of Sandy Hook, I am actually leaning towards the “hoax” theory or perhaps the “cover-up of police malfeasance” theory as some have noted above. To sum up the “full report” that was just released, all the 911 calls, all the thousands of pages of documents and photos, there literally is nothing to support the official story. The Conn. AG stated that the photos of the children and adult victims were redacted due to state law. However, this is not even one photo in any classroom that would lead me to believe there was any type of “chaos” or mass murder. Sure, there are bullet holes in places identified along walls, some casings outside the building and broken glass, but nothing like you were able to see with Columbine. So much was redacted in the “official report” that it is absolutely worthless to try to garner any insight into what transpired. Even the 911 calls are made up primarily of people needing directions to the school. Only a few are from actual persons at the school and there is no sound of shooting in the background, no screams of panic. It’s not that I’m morbid and want to see dead children, but if I am to try to understand the and evaluate the nature of the offense, then I should at least see evidence that a crime was even committed. I’m not trying to offend anyone, it’s just that in my opinion, the evidence is lacking.
R Castle, you needn’t worry about offending anyone here with thoughts of cover-up or hoax.
As I mentioned in one of my articles, even a cursory examination of the final report vs previously stated truths will show a plethora of anomalies and discrepancies…each and every one of which, one would think, would be scrutinized by a free and unbiased press.
Since that is clearly not happening it is left to people just like you to ask those questions and stimulate discussion and debate.
Good on you for doing so.
Justin Schroeder says:
Took them a week to release Justin Bieber’s toxicology report. Why aren’t we being filled-in on the SSRI’s Lanza was on? Could it be because there are Big Pharma companies in CT?
Watch the Sandy Hook DOCUMENTARY: http://deepinsidetherabbithole.com/Sandy_Hook.html
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AR15 wasn’t used at Sandy Hoax:
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How did 500 students vanish from Sandy Hook Elementary?
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Adam Lanza didn’t exist. Police shotgun blew out Sandy Hook school foyer window:
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The Best Parties of 2009
By InStyle.com
Dec 31, 2009 @ 11:55 am
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The White House Correspondents' Dinner
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Hollywood A-listers like Katie Holmes (in Holmes-Yang), Tom Cruise, Demi Moore and Natalie Portman mingled with Washington's most powerful politicos at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. After toasting and roasting President Obama, guests like Bradley Cooper and Kerry Washington went to after-parties all around the nation's capital.
The InStyle/Warner Brothers Golden Globes After-Party
"It's an exciting night!" declared Eva Longoria Parker (in Reem Acra), one of the many Hollywood stars at the InStyle/Warner Brothers Golden Globes after-party. Just steps from the ceremony inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel, the annual bash was also the first stop for leading ladies Heidi Klum (in vintage Galanos) and Kate Beckinsale and movie star men like Leonardo DiCaprio and Zac Efron.
The Neighborhood Inaugural Ball
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Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Will.i.am, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Sting and Stevie Wonder were among the all-star lineup of performers who celebrated the inauguration of Barack Obama at the Neighborhood Ball in Washington, D.C. "I can't even describe how I felt," said Beyonce, who fought back tears after singing "At Last" for the President's first official dance with his First Lady. "I'm just so lucky to be part of history. It's probably the most important day of my life and I'm so grateful."
Victoria Beckham and Giorgio Armani
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Giorgio Armani welcomed fashion industry insiders and an inner circle of famous friends including Victoria Beckham, Alicia Keys and John Mayer to celebrate the opening of his Fifth Avenue flagship store in New York City. "Armani was one of the first designer items that I ever bought," Beckham said before heading up the floating vortex staircase to the Armani/Ristoranti for a private VIP dinner.
The CFDA Awards
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Molly Sims (in Dolce amp Gabbana), Kirsten Dunst and Justin Timberlake helped celebrate emerging American designers at the 2009 CFDA Awards in New York City. Though Heidi Klum's Michael Kors dress was designed to accommodate her pregnancy, her sky-high Louboutin spikes were less forgiving. Did the Project Runway host have any trouble navigating in her heels? "Nah," the German stunner said. "I'm a model, this is what I do."
TopShop's Triple Celebrations
INF Goff
While the masses counted down to the official opening of British clothing emporium Topshop's first US outpost, Blake Lively, Taylor Momsen, Jennifer Lopez and Kate Moss were among the guests at three fashion bashes heralding the label's arrival in New York City.
Cartier's 100th Anniversary Fete
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Kate Hudson, Demi Moore and Jessica Biel helped Cartier mark its 100th anniversary in America during a sparkling soiree at the famed jeweler's Fifth Avenue mansion in New York City. While the crowd ogled pieces from the Cartier archive-on display under glass and heavy security-celebrity guests had the pleasure of wearing the precious gems. "My dad gave me my first diamond," reminisced Hudson, who accessorized her Rachel Roy cut-out dress with a stunning onyx and diamond panther necklace. "It was a tiny, tiny little chip!"
The Metropolitan Opera's 125th Anniversary
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"We're here to pay respect to the art," said Diane Kruger (in Yves Saint Laurent), when she and Joshua Jackson joined New York City's culture club to mark the 125th anniversary of the Metropolitan Opera. Mary-Kate Olsen, Ginnifer Goodwin and Kanye West-all looking fashion-forward in designs by event underwriter Yves Saint Laurent-were also on hand for the marathon gala event, which featured a retrospective performance of excerpts from 23 different operas and an elegant after-dinner that stretched into the wee hours of the next morning.
The Teen Choice Awards
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Megan Fox shared top "hottie" honors with Robert Pattinson at the Teen Choice Awards, held at Universal's Gibson Amphitheater in Los Angeles. "I really appreciate it. I have to say, the hottest teens of the year are Twilight fans!" Pattinson told the crowd, who voted the vampire series to a near-sweep of the categories.
The MTV Video Music Awards
Pink and Shakira arrived in the same Balmain dress, Kanye West hijacked Taylor Swift's acceptance speech and fans got a first glimpse at the trailer for The Twilight Saga: New Moon-these were just a few of the highlights at this year's MTV Video Music Awards.
1 of 10 The White House Correspondents' Dinner
2 of 10 The InStyle/Warner Brothers Golden Globes After-Party
3 of 10 The Neighborhood Inaugural Ball
4 of 10 Victoria Beckham and Giorgio Armani
5 of 10 The CFDA Awards
6 of 10 TopShop's Triple Celebrations
7 of 10 Cartier's 100th Anniversary Fete
8 of 10 The Metropolitan Opera's 125th Anniversary
9 of 10 The Teen Choice Awards
10 of 10 The MTV Video Music Awards
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Saving Success Story
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Saving $100,000 Before Age 30
Marie and Ed Peters are serious savers.
While still in their 20s, they managed to sock away $100,000. Now in their early 30s, the couple has accumulated about $225,000, spread across two 401(k)s, an IRA and several savings accounts.
The couple’s bottom line is all-the-more impressive when you consider most American adults — including those much closer to retirement age than Marie and Ed — have saved far less.
The median retirement account balance was $59,000 in 2013, according to a September 2014 Federal Reserve report.
For Marie, pursuing financial security has been a lifetime endeavor.
“Savings reduces a lot of stress that I feel like people go through,” says Marie, 30, of Alexandria, Virginia. “It really provides peace of mind.”
She credits vivid childhood memories of her parents’ arguments while balancing their checkbook as a motivator for stockpiling cash for retirement and rainy days.
She’s also knows the ability to save means you have to pay down debts as quickly as possible.
Case in point: Marie retired her student loans a year after graduating.
Though her parents covered half of her tuition and she had scholarships, Marie still left school with about $25,000 in student loan debt.
“Debt has always made me uncomfortable, just knowing that I owed someone something,” she says. “I just don’t like having that out there.”
A Snapshot of the Typical Retirement Account
Percent with an account 50.4% 49.2%
Median value $47,200 $59,000
Mean value $183,400 $201,300
Source: Federal Reserve Bulletin September 2014.
So, while her other recently graduated friends were buying new cars, clothes and handbags, Marie dedicated herself to steadily paying down her loan.
Marie traveled a lot for work in her first job after college so she had few personal expenses. She estimates applying as much as 75% of those paychecks toward her student loans as well as saving $100 from each check.
When that job ended, she moved back in with her parents for nine months while working and job-searching.
“I really worked to keep expenses low,” she says, although she did splurge on flights to see her then-boyfriend, now-husband.
Marie also saved during college, having her paychecks direct-deposited into an account back home. When she needed money, her mom would send her a check from that account that she would cash on campus.
After college, Marie kept saving, maxing out what her company matches for her retirement plan and making those $100 deposits into her old account.
How the Peters Saved $225,000
Then, she and Ed, 31, set up a savings plan when they married five years ago.
Today, the couple has $94,000 in a Roth IRA, $87,000 split between their two 401(k) plans and $44,000 divided across three savings accounts.
They accelerated their savings, especially for retirement, as they won promotions and pay raises, banking those salary increases. Marie is a marketing manager at a tech firm, while Ed is an opening and reopening manager for a hotel chain.
Marie and Ed both max out their 401(k) contributions — $17,500 annually for each.
Not that they don’t spend money — they’re simply as responsible about spending as they are about saving. All purchases are planned, she says, to eliminate those spur-of-the-moment decisions that leaded to unexpected expenses.
That includes travel.
Besides small trips to see family and visit nearby cities, they take a significant vacation every 14 to 18 months.
“We look at some of the money we put away into touchable savings each month as vacation spending,” Marie says. “We’d much rather spend our money on experiences than stuff.”
The couple banks roughly $700 a month into savings for vacations, home improvements or emergencies.
Marie and Ed recently visited Machu Picchu in Peru with her parents and brother, a spot Marie had dreamed of visiting since grade school. They used credit card miles for flights, saving about $2,400 on the trip.
In 2013, they tagged a four-day London adventure onto a business trip and spent 12 days touring China and Hong Kong, a deal she discovered for $6,000.
A Home, A Car, and Kids in the Future
The couple also withdrew money from their savings account for the down payment on their home.
Marie admits that although she’s dealing well with having mortgage debt, they typically pay more than their monthly payment and make extra payments when their budget allows.
Mortgage refinancing in 2013 lowered their monthly payment by $350 a month. “We still pay what we did before the refinance to pay down the principal faster,” she says.
And when Marie took a new job with a 78-mile-a-day commute, they paid for half of her new Hyundai Elantra with savings. While they could’ve paid cash for the entire purchase, the couple saw “no reason to put all of that down when we were able to get a really low interest rate,” Marie says.
A new car won out over a used car because of the warranty and low gas mileage, she notes.
In addition, Ed and Marie treat themselves to dinner out at least once a week and have video games and other trendy electronics.
Even with a home and healthy savings and retirement accounts, Marie says saving will remain a No. 1 priority for the couple.
After all, they still have two major goals to meet: starting a family and an early retirement.
Having children is about two years away, she estimates. “We want to be financially solid, so we can give them what we want and not struggle.”
Retirement will hopefully occur by age 55, when she and Ed are still physically healthy and can enjoy life. Although children will likely affect that plan — and at minimum, the size of their home.
“I don’t know what these future children will be like,” she says. “Kids could change things.”
Marie and Ed’s saving tips:
Pay yourself first. Sure, financial experts always tout this, but Marie and Ed have proven it’s an effective saving method — especially when you have the money deposited into and account and never see it.
Recognize the difference between wants and needs and spend accordingly. “Meet your needs first, your wants second.”
Watch your daily routine. Make lunch out with co-workers or breakfast on the go a treat, not the norm.
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Security personnel killed, another wounded in confrontations in Tikrit
by Nehal Mostafa Nov 1, 2017, 8:33 am
Iraqi security forces detain a boy after removing a suicide vest from him in Kirkuk in Iraq. Archival photo. Reuters.
Salahuddin (IraqiNews.com) A security personnel was killed, while another was wounded in confrontations with suicide attackers in Tikrit island, Salahuddin, a security source said.
“Security troops clashed on Tuesday evening with two suicide attackers wearing suicide belts in Tikrit island, as they were trying to sneak into Tikrit to carry out terrorist crimes,” the source told AlSumaria News.
Security forces managed to kill the attackers, according to the source, who preferred anonymity.
“Confrontations left one personnel killed and the other wounded,” he added.
Violence in the country has surged further with the emergence of Islamic State Sunni extremist militants who proclaimed an “Islamic Caliphate” in Iraq and Syria in 2014.
A monthly count by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI), which excludes security members deaths, said 196 civilians were killed, while 381 others were wounded due to violence and armed conflicts during the month of September. The fatalities included 10 foreign nationals. Baghdad was the most affected province with 37 deaths and 157 injuries. Dhi Qar province came in the second place with 82 killed and 93 injured. Anbar came in the third place with 20 killed and 46 injured.
The Iraqi capital has seen almost daily bombings and armed attacks against security members, paramilitary troops and civilians since the Iraqi government launched a wide-scale campaign to retake Islamic State-occupied areas in 2016.
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Think all Irish people should look like Ed Sheeran? Meet the people proving you wrong
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Actor Ruth Negga attends the premiere of AMC's 'Preacher' Season 3 on June 14, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.Jesse Grant/Getty Images for AMC
Not all Irish people look like Maureen O’Hara or Conan O’Brien. Ireland is becoming ever more diverse.
Pale skin, freckles, and red hair were once the perceived order of the day for Irish people but thanks to immigration and the integration of new cultures and ethnicities into Irish society, some Irish Americans (and Irish people alike) may be surprised to see that this is no longer the case.
Whereas Irishness was once very much connected with being white, being Irish and being white are far from being one and the same.
While that old mentality still causes difficulties for people on what an Irish person should look like, this video gives some great examples of the ridiculousness of asking an Irish person of color “Where they’re really from?”
Read more: Irish Americans are racist, have lost touch with roots, says Irish politician
While all immigrants and their descendants are amazing and by no means have to prove their worth to the country by hitting headlines or doing anything other than living their lives, on the off-chance you need reminding that immigration and diversity is not a bad thing (ahem, Mike Pence, Paul Ryan), here are Irish people striving ahead in their fields who also may not fit the Irish stereotype.
Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for IMDb
Preacher star and Oscar nominee Ruth Negga is an Irish-Ethiopian actress who can contend with the best of them for being one of the most sought-after actresses in the world right now. Growing up in Limerick, she previously told our sister publication the Irish Voice that being black and being Irish only became an issue when she first moved to London.
“I did feel it quite keenly when I moved to London because being Irish and black became an issue there for some people. That’s when I first felt that gosh, I’m really different,” she said.
“But that’s just my narrative,” Negga added. “I can’t speak for everyone’s experience. The thing that worries me is that people are going to say, ‘Is she trying to speak for me?’”
Loah
Sallay Matu Garnett, also known as Loah, is of Sierra Leonean / Irish origin. Her music combines a blend of folk and soul and she has already performed on several occasions at the Irish Arts Center in New York. Check out her stunning songs and the music videos to go along with them.
Sene Naoupu
An bhfaca aon duine agaibh ceann acu seo thart fós? Úsáid pé Gaeilge atá agat. Bliain na Gaelige! 2018 is the 125th anniversary since the Irish language and culture revival. It’s about celebrating the creativity and vibrancy of the language and importantly, normalisation! It’s not academic, it’s not exclusive - it’s for everyone! 😎☘️ . TG4’s incredible campaign to promote Bliain na Gaelige, celebrates all fluency levels and we have shared ownership of this unique and special language. I come from New Zealand and speak fluent Samoan. When we lived in Japan, we also learnt and spoke fluent Nihongo (Japanese). When we lived in England we spoke English. So naturally when we moved to Ireland, which has become our second home, we immersed ourselves into the Irish culture and that includes understanding the proud history and identity that is Gaeilge! All too often, particularly as a sporting nation, we take pride in our Irishness yet don’t extend that pride in our language. You don’t have to be fluent. As Gaelige, we don’t say “I speak Irish”, we say “I have Irish”. It belongs to me: Tá Gaeilge Agam. Gaelige can and should represent all of the vibrancy, inclusiveness, openness and idiosyncrasy of modern Ireland! . Go raibh maith agat, suil eile @tg4tv (thank you for taking a different perspective TG4) and for ensuring inclusivity on how this movement is communicated. #TáGaeilgeAgam #YearOfIrish #BliainnaGaelige #Faamalosi (Samoan) #Ganbatte (Japanese)
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Naopu is a Samoan New Zealander who originally emigrated to Ireland in 2009 and has already been a member of the Irish women’s rugby team that took home the 2015 Six Nations. She also recently took part in a TG4 (Ireland’s Irish-language TV channel) campaign which highlighted how much of the language people actually have when they think they have none at all.
Read more: First Irishman was black with blue eyes says genetic expert
Lorraine Maher
Tipperary-native Maher is the mastermind behind the fantastic #IAmIrish campaign and exhibit. As the only black person in her area when she was growing up, she launched the project to represent the mixed race Irish experience and to question the concept of “Irishness” and what that means for us as we seek to celebrate and encourage a diverse representation of being Irish.
Dubliner Farah Elle is a singer-songwriter and pianist with an alternative pop sound influenced by an eclectic taste of genres; from hip-hop R&B and ska, while featuring Arabian echoes from her Libyan background. She moved to Dublin when she was two and while you can clearly hear her Irish accent drifting through her music, it’s also beautifully influenced by her Muslim background.
Gina Akpe-Moses and Patience Jumbo-Gula
Heat winners, world finalists!
The Irish 4x100m team of Molly Scott, Gina Akpe-Moses, Rhasidat Adeleke and Patience Jumbo-Gula are into the final after clocking 44.27 and will have a huge medal chance tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/bN3Q0OLF0h
— Athletics Ireland (@irishathletics) July 13, 2018
Together making up one half of Ireland’s 4x100m women's relay silver medal at the World Under-20 Championships this year, Akpe-Moses, who was born in Nigeria, became the first Irish woman to win a sprint gold medal over 100 meters at the European junior championship in 2017. Sixteen-year-old Jumbo-Gula proved her own point when she said “Irish sprinting is the best it has ever been” when she broke a European U18 100m record earlier in July.
Ola Majekodunmi
It's finally here the 'What does Irishness Look Like?' 😁 I'm so excited to share it with you all! Thanks so much to everyone who helped with it, really appreciate it ❤ The subject matter means a lot to me and many others https://t.co/1YKtiYBERu
— Wuraola Majekodunmi (@olamajekodunmi1) July 19, 2018
Irish student Ola Majekodunmi was just seven months old when her Nigerian parents sought asylum in Ireland, leaving their four older children in Lagos. She’s become something of a face for the Irish language in recent months, however, speaking out about how it still surprises people that she can fluently speak the country’s native language even though she attended an Irish-medium school.
She’s also the creator of the fantastic video above and a contributor to the popular podcast on the Irish language Motherfoclóir.
Read more: People are shocked that the daughter of Nigerian parents can speak Irish
Emman Idama
#E2funny talks @england football hopes. . . . . . #croatia #crovseng #england #englandworldcup #croatiavsengland #fifaworldcup #fifaworldcuprussia2018 #englandfootball #footballiscominghome #footballvideos #englandfootball #englandworldcup #threelions #englandfootballteam #football #soccer #worldcup #worldcup2018 #englandfootballteam #wc2018 #footballiscoming #englandareout #threelionsonashirt #brexit
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Nigerian Irish comedian Idama moved to Co Kildare at a young age and quickly became the funny man in his school classes (not that his teachers were too impressed). You may know him from previously appearing in the Facts. channel and now featuring on the Try Channel on YouTube.
Emma Dabiri
With an Irish mother and a Nigerian father, Dabiri is a writer, social historian and broadcaster who has contributed to the likes of The Guardian and the BBC. While born in Ireland, she moved to the US and back to Ireland by the time she was five. In 2016 she penned a brilliant piece that questioned why “I’m Irish but I’m not white. Why is that still a problem as we celebrate the Easter Rising?” and in the video above discusses her experiences on Irish TV.
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Lynott was born in West Bromwich, England, to an Irish mother and British Guianese father, but returned to Dublin at the age of four where he was raised by his grandmother in Crumlin.
The Thin Lizzy star is one of our most celebrated musicians.
Samantha Mumba
The singer of what Billboard officially named as one of the best choruses of the 21st century, Mumba is a Dublin native born to an Irish mother and Zambian father. Thank goodness for this song!
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Throughout her extensive career, Amy Grant has always been top of the game. Earning six Grammy awards, six platinum albums, three multi-platinum albums and four gold albums, as well as achieving 10 Top 40 singles, and releasing numerous hits - there really is no slowing her down!
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5 Ideas Windows 10 Should Copy From Mac OS X Yosemite
Updated August 4, 2015, 9:20am EDT
Many of Windows 10’s best features showed up in Mac OS X years ago, including virtual desktops, Expose-like window management, and a notification center. Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite has some other ideas Microsoft should copy for version 10 of its own operating system, too.
All operating systems copy from each other, and that’s a good thing. This isn’t about who invented what first — it’s about improving the operating systems billions of people use every day.
RELATED: 6 Great Windows 10 Features You Can Get Today on Windows 7 or 8
Okay, this feature isn’t new in Yosemite — it came around in Mavericks 10.9, last year. All Mac users can upgrade to the latest version of Mac OS X for free. Microsoft should do this, too — at least let Windows 8 users upgrade to Windows 10 for free. There are rumors Microsoft might do this, but they’ve refused to confirm them. They may still charge everyone for the Windows 10 upgrade — they’re leaving their options open.
Microsoft could get everyone on the latest version of Windows so developers could more easily target it. Users could take advantage of everything from those new “universal apps” to the latest version of DirectX 12 for improved gaming performance. Developers wouldn’t have to stay stuck in the past supporting all those old versions of Windows, so they could embrace new technologies like DirectX 12.
This doesn’t necessarily mean making Windows itself free. Microsoft could still charge Windows licensing fees. Every new computer would need a Windows license, and that licensed computer would then be eligible to upgrade to future versions of Windows for free. Computers wouldn’t be stuck in the past because people don’t want to shell out $100 for a Windows upgrade.
Window Translucency
Yosemite upgraded the Mac look to include more transparency — technically, translucency. They call it “vibrancy.” Windows 7’s Aero Glass look was well-loved, and Microsoft totally abandoned it with Windows 8. Windows 8’s desktop has a lot of white and chunky window borders with a single flat color. There are no shadows or transparency — although the taskbar is still transparent and other Aero features are still present.
Windows 10 is a bit smarter about this, offering drop shadows on the desktop for a bit more visual depth. Microsoft should look at adding Windows Aero-like transparency back to Windows. After all, when they introduced Aero, they said it would have a negligible impact on battery life — and modern hardware is even more battery efficient. If you don’t like it, that’s fine — Yosemite includes an option to disable the translucency. There’s another feature Microsoft should copy: Choice. It’s something that fell by the wayside with Windows 8.
A Desktop App Store
Yosemite includes the Mac App Store, which isn’t new. But Windows 10 would do well to copy it and allow desktop apps into the Windows Store for easy installation. They may already be doing this — a deleted blog post that went up on Microsoft’s official blog said Windows 10’s Windows Store would “add desktop apps.” (Source) An official-but-deleted blog post is pretty good confirmation, but Microsoft could still change their mind — they haven’t officially announced this.
RELATED: The Windows Store is a Cesspool of Scams -- Why Doesn't Microsoft Care?
This shouldn’t mean the app store is the only game in town. On a Mac, you can get apps from outside the Mac App Store and install them after clicking through a warning. Microsoft should allow this for the Windows Store, too. The only reason to prevent sideloading and force “universal apps” to go through the Windows Store is to protect users. And Microsoft didn’t try keeping scams out of its Windows Store until we publically shamed them for it, so they might as well just let people bypass the Store after clicking a scary warning.
Continuity makes your laptop or desktop work better with your smartphone or tablet. This includes everything from handing off an email you’re writing between your smartphone and laptop, to sending SMS messages from your desktop, and receiving phone calls on your laptop. It’s about making the devices you own communicate better with each other.
It goes without saying that this feature is a great idea. Chrome OS is already gaining some similar features that make it work better with Android devices. Windows 10 should at least be able to do this with Windows Phone.
Microsoft now wants to be a cross-platform company that integrates with all the devices you own, so perhaps they could go one step further and make their own Continuity-like features work across Android phones and iPhones, too. Sure, it would be a lot of work, but it might be worth it since so few people own Windows Phones. That puts Microsoft at a disadvantage here.
New Icons and a Visual Redesign
Yosemite includes a big visual redesign that sees a lot of new, updated, and more modern-looking icons. Windows desperately needs this. The Windows desktop didn’t receive an icon update in Windows 8, so all those Windows 7 icons look very out of place. Windows also still contains a lot of icons and interface elements going back to Windows XP or older versions of Windows.
Microsoft has the money — they should be able to hire an artist to create some updated icons so Windows 10 will look like a more cohesive, modern operating system. This isn’t a new problem — with every version of Windows, Microsoft has taken a patchwork approach, updating some of the icons and interface elements and ignoring others.
The nicest thing about using Mac OS X Yosemite after using Windows 8 is that Mac OS X knows it’s a desktop operating system. It doesn’t have two completely separate interfaces that you’re switching between, one with an entirely different set of underpowered apps that you’re being pushed to use.
Luckily, it looks like Windows 10 is finally learning this lesson and just letting a desktop or laptop be itself. Using a computer without feeling like a guinea pig in Stephen Sinofsky’s grand experiments is quite nice. Windows 10 will hopefully restore that feeling for Windows users.
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17/01/2017 11:35 PM AEDT | Updated 18/01/2017 7:15 AM AEDT
Theresa May Confirms U.K. Will Pursue Hard Brexit
She said the final deal will be subject to a Parliament vote.
Alana Horowitz Satlin Assignment Editor, The Huffington Post
LONDON ― The United Kingdom will leave Europe’s single market, put new restrictions on immigration, and remove Britain from the jurisdiction of the European Union laws, Prime Minister Theresa May announced Tuesday in a long-anticipated speech detailing her government’s approach to the June vote to leave the bloc.
“We seek a new and equal partnership,” May said of Britain’s departure from the EU. “Not partial membership of the European Union, associate membership of the European Union, or anything that leaves us half-in, half-out. We do not seek to adopt a model already enjoyed by other countries. We do not seek to hold on to bits of membership as we leave.”
Speaking in front of politicians and diplomats at Lancaster House, May set out 12 negotiating objectives for the negotiations over Brexit. Assuring Brits that she plans to seek “the best deal for Britain,” she said she plans pursue a customs agreement with other European countries, possibly with an associate membership of the Customs Union. She said Brexit was “not a decision to turn inward and retreat from the world.”
May said the final deal would be subject to a vote from both houses of parliament. They’re expected to approve the plan.
Addressing other EU member states, May stressed that she does not want to see the bloc dissolve. This assurance is a sharp rebuke to comments made by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who called Brexit “a great thing” and said, “I believe other [countries] will leave” the EU.
“We will continue to be reliable partners, willing allies and close friends,” May said. “We want to buy your goods, sell you ours, trade with you as freely as possible, and work with one another to make sure we are all safer, more secure and more prosperous through continued friendship.”
British voters decided to leave the EU in a narrowly decided referendum on June 23. The narrow win of the “Leave campaign” rocked British politics and stunned European countries.
In the months since taking over from former Prime Minister David Cameron, who stepped down in the wake of the Brexit vote, May has faced criticism for providing few details about her vision for the country ― and how she’d approach the monumental negotiations leading up to the departure from the EU. Britain is expected to trigger Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty before April. The move would signal the start of two years of complex negotiations to disentangle relations between the U.K. and the EU.
The pound rose sharply during May’s speech, and rebounded against the dollar:
The pound LOVES May's speech. Another leg higher after she talks about final Brexit deal being put to a parl. vote https://t.co/AlWXaEc04kpic.twitter.com/S6ySsTDpN8
— Joe Weisenthal (@TheStalwart) January 17, 2017
Leading Brexit advocate Nigel Farage celebrated the speech.
I can hardly believe that the PM is now using the phrases and words that I've been mocked for using for years. Real progress.
— Nigel Farage (@Nigel_Farage) January 17, 2017
European leaders on Tuesday welcomed May’s comments and stressed the sense of solidarity among EU members heading into the negotiations.
“Sad process, surrealistic times but at least more realistic announcement on #Brexit,” tweeted Donald Tusk, the president of the European Council.
Sad process, surrealistic times but at least more realistic announcement on #Brexit. EU27 united and ready to negotiate after Art. 50.
— Donald Tusk (@eucopresident) January 17, 2017
“We welcome that @theresa_may finally outlined her #Brexit ideas and that she created more clarity about UK plans,” German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said.
French President Francois Hollande told May he hoped negotiations could start shortly after the British government triggers Article 50, Reuters reports.
This article has been updated with more responses from European leaders.
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Hundreds Of Shops Set On Fire, Curfew Imposed In Odisha's Bhadrak Over A Facebook Comment On Lord Rama
Four cops were injured while trying to defuse the situation.
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A scene after a communal tension broke out in Bhadrak, Odisha on Friday
Bhadrak, ODISHA: About 114 km from Bhubaneshwar, in the town of Bhadrak in Odisha hundreds of shops were set on fire and roads were blocked after violence broke out between communities on Thursday. Yesterday, curfew was imposed in Bhadrak after talks failed to resolve the row triggered by alleged abusive remarks on Facebook on Lord Ram and Sita.
At least four cops, including a DSP and an inspector, were injured while trying to defuse the situation.
It all started when some VHP and Bajrang Dal activists demanded action against three Muslim youth for their alleged blasphemous comments on Facebook. A group held a demonstration and started dharna outside the local town police station, demanding the arrest of miscreants.
The next day, a peace meeting was convened between the two groups but it failed to bring out any resolution. After the peace committee meeting failed to yield any result, a mob clashed with police personnel and pelted stones. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Sudhakar Jena, was injured and a police vehicle was damaged in the incident, police said.
Power supply and internet services have been disconnected by the district administration, reports Times Of India. "As fresh violence broke out in several areas of the town, the administration imposed curfew in order to bring the situation under control," Bhadrak Superintendent of Police Dilip Das said.
At least 30 platoons of police force have been dispatched to Bhadrak in addition to the 10 platoons already stationed there.
A group took out a procession and allegedly raised objectionable remarks that evoked sharp reaction from other sections. Police resorted to lathi-charge and used mild force to control the situation as attempts were made to violate the prohibitory orders imposed under Section 144 of CrPC.
Road blockades were put at various places, including the High school, Town hall, Bonth and Akhandalamani Chhak.
The state government appointed Gyanaranjan Das, who was the Commissioner of Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC), as Bhadrak Collector and asked him to take charge immediately.
Meanwhile, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Krishan Pal Gurjar, who was scheduled to attend a function in Bhadrak tomorrow, said he has been informed about the tense situation in the town by the police. "Unless the situation improves in Bhadrak, I will not visit the town," he said.
President of Bhadrak Muslim Jamaat Abdul Bari in a statement condemned the alleged remarks about Lord Ram and demanded appropriate action against those involved in the episode.
(With inputs from PTI)
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- for fantasy action and peril, and some language.
Director: Joe Johnston
Starring: Robin Williams, Jonathan Hyde, Kirsten Dunst, Bonnie Hunt, Bradley Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, David Alan Grier
Running Time: 1 hour, 44 minutes
Theatrical Release Date: December 15, 1995
Blu-Ray/DVD Release Date: September 22, 2015 (Amazon.com)
Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst and Bonnie Hunt star in this phenomenal adaptation of the award-winning children's book. When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! There he remains for 26 years until he is freed from the game's spell by two unsuspecting children. Now a grown man, Alan (Williams) reunites with Sarah (Hunt) and together with Judy (Kirsten Dunst) and Peter (Bradley Pierce) tries to outwit the game's powerful forces in this imaginative adventure that combines breathtaking special effects with an enchanting mixture of comedy, magic and thrills. (from Sony Pictures)
It still kind of surprises me to this day that I somehow missed out on the release of Jumanji 20 years ago in 1995. It actually wasn't until recently that I'd decided to check it out on NetFlix. But with Sony Pictures about to release another weird-things-magically-coming-to-life style movie to theaters next month with Goosebumps, they're celebrating the anniversaries of two famous childrens' books-to-movies with Jumanji and Zathura.
Until we were sent the Blu-Ray releases for both of these films, I had not realized that both stories were based off of books written by the same author, Chris Van Allsburg. I'd always assumed Zathura was some sort of a copy of or was inspired by Jumanji. The film version of the latter is the story of 12-year-old boy named Alan who, in 1969, discovers the Jumanji board game on what was already a pretty bad day. After an argument with his parents about being sent off to a private school, he sets up this strange new board game with a girl from his neighborhood named Sarah and the two roll the dice. Before long, bats suddenly appear and Alan is literally sucked into the board game--and is gone! 26 years later, a woman moves into Alan's family's old house with her orphaned niece and nephew, and it's these two who rediscover the board game in the house's attic. Once they start playing, unleashing monkeys and a lion in the process, they also free Alan from the board game, with a now adult version of the boy finally free from the confines of the game world. The siblings now must finish playing the game--with Alan and Sarah--if they ever want things to return to normal again.
The tone of Jumanji is a bit mixed. Directed by Joe Johnston (The Rocketeer, Jurassic Park III, Captain America: The First Avenger), the film mixes horror and adventure with some campy humor, making it slightly uneven at times. It's creepy enough at times--with animals and beasts chasing and attacking Alan and the kids--that the younger ones might find it a bit too scary. There's also a hunter that Alan rolls at one point, and the man--who is also played by the same actor who plays Alan's father--chases Alan for the rest of the film in hopes to shoot and kill him. Robin Williams plays adult Alan, and while it's kind of a strange casting for him, he does great as an adult who really is still kind of 12 years old at heart, since he spent the past quarter of a century alone in a jungle. Bonnie Hunt (who I loved in Return To Me) is great as adult Sarah, who clearly has spent the same amount of time dealing with the emotional trauma of having seen Alan sucked into a board game and no one believing her. She's very down-to-earth and brings a lot of believability to the role. The children--Judy and Peter--are good too, with Judy being played by Spider-Man alumnus Kirsten Dunst. However, Fraser's Nora Shepherd as the aunt and David Alan Grier as the policeman Carl add too much goofy humor to the proceedings. I get that they're there to make the horror elements light, but it doesn't seem to always work to the film's benefit.
If I had to pick one, I think Zathura holds up better with time--even though it's only half as old. But Jumanji definitely still entertains. Its best moments are when all craziness is breaking loose and the unexpected happens. Whether it's a monsoon indoors, a stampede of rhinos or a quicksand wooden floor, there are plenty of cool moments in store. However, having been made in 1995, there are certainly still technological limits that are glaringly noticeable. The monkeys look unfinished at best, as their computer animation makes them look fake and wooden. The animatronic lion isn't very convincing either, and even the quicksand attic floor doesn't look very tangible. In the end, though, it's all forgivable given the time and limitations it was made in.
The content is intense for the younger viewers, with some scary imagery and life-threatening dangers being the most sensitive of content. There is some mild language, but it's mostly minor. But from swarms of bats to large spiders to man-eating lions and crocodiles, there's some creepy content for the little ones. Also, once the hunter comes out of the game, with his sole purpose being to shoot and kill Alan, he pursues him for the rest of the movie. It's pretty intense considering this is a family film, and one of the final scenes finds Alan staring down the hunter's gun barrel.
Overall, Jumanji is an entertaining adventure film that isn't quite for all ages, but should at least appeal to older kids and the young at heart. And if you remember what it was like to get excited to play a board game with friends and family (or still do), you'll find a lot to enjoy about Jumanji!
- John DiBiase, (reviewed: 9/24/15)
Blu-Ray Special Features Review
The Blu-Ray release of Jumanji is positioned to help promote the brand new Sony Pictures film, Goosebumps. As such, Jumanji gets a pretty decent Blu-Ray treatment (but isn't as clear as Zathura or newer films).
The "Anniversary Edition" Blu-Ray release takes the original DVD feaurettes and adds the following:
Jumanji Motion Storybook as Read by Author Chris Van Allsburg (8:59) - The original book is read to us here by the original author of Jumanji and Zathura, Chris Van Allsburg! The illustrations from the book are presented in motion form to add a little extra dynamic. It's pretty neat and a nice way to give fans of the movie the complete picture of the story all in one place.
Virtual Board Game - The virtual game is meant to look a little like Jumanji and presents trivia and riddles (for 2 to 4 players), but it isn't very fun to play.
The Cast of Goosebumps Reflects on Jumanji (5:19) - As part of the promo for Goosebumps, Dylan Minnette and Ryan Lee share their favorite scenes from Jumanji and then introduce a Goosebumps trailer. They mention the monsoon scene and the monkeys as among their favorite parts of the movie.
Goosebumps Sneak Peak (3:01) - The Goosebumps trailer from the above featurette is available to view by itself.
Storyboard Comparisons (3:41) - This montage shows storyboards for the scenes involving the bats, the rhino stampede, and the earthquake alongside footage from the finished film.
Jumanji The Animated Series (45:20) - I'd totally forgotten that they had made an animated series in 1996. This is a pair of episodes, including the pilot, titled "The Price" and another one called "Bargaining for Time." The animation is pretty stylized though, cut from the same cloth as Rugrats in its day.
In addition to a feature-length Special Effects Crew Commentary for the movie, there are the original Theatrical Teasers and Trailers, and the original Documentary and Featurettes (37:44) from the DVD release.
Parental Guide: Content Summary
Sex/Nudity: None.
Vulgarity/Language: 2 "d*mn," 1 "J-sus," 1 "h*ll," 1 "Oh G-d," 5 "Oh my G-d"
Alcohol/Drugs: None.
Blood/Gore: Young Alan has a black eye and bloody lip after being picked on by a bunch of kids; We see a large red welt (mosquito bite) on a woman's forehead; Alan has tiny bloody pieces of paper stuck on his face after shaving for the first time
Violence: Some young bullies chase down Alan and beat him up (just off camera). We then see him with a black eye and bloody lip; Alan gets sucked into the Jumanji game as Sarah screams. A swarm of bat then appear and chase Sarah out of the house; Peter runs screaming from seeing a bat; An exterminator talks about the rumors that Alan's dad had killed him as a kid and chopped him up (which isn't true); Large mosquitoes attack Peter and Judy. Judy swats at them with a tennis racket; Monkeys appear and start trashing the house (especially the kitchen); A lion appears and chases Judy and Peter. Its paws break through the door; Adult Alan is almost hit by a car and jumps on the hood; A monkey causes a shotgun to fire through a police car's roof; An ambulance runs into a car; A Large mosquito pokes its stinger through the car roof and windshield. Peter, Alan and Judy then speed down the road hitting trash cans and a mailbox; A vine grabs Peter and pulls him toward a large flower (to swallow him). Alan grabs a sword and cuts the vine; The hunter shows up and shoots at Alan repeatedly. Alan throws the sword at him and misses. The hunter then shoots up Carl's cop car; Rhinos stampede through the house, trashing everything in their path; The hunter shoots past Alan with a sniper scope; We see mass looting in town. Elephants and zebras stampede through the streets an crush a car that has Peter trapped inside; The hunter fires into a department store's ceiling. Peter bites his leg to distract him. The hunter then shoots at them as they flee; Peter strikes a pair of oxygen tanks, sending them at the hunter, knocking him back into a mess of debris and store merchandise. The hunter soon shoots at them again. They're all knocked over by tires; Carl's car crashes through the store and knocks over shelves which fall on top of the hunter; A vine grabs the cop car and pulls it away into the woods, folding it in half; A monsoon indoors washes everyone down the stairs to where a crocodile shows up. It tries to eat Sarah, so Alan jumps on top and wrestles it; Carl and their Aunt come to the front door and it bursts open, throwing them back and washing them down the street; The wooden floor sucks in Alan like quicksand. It soon solidifies around Alan's face and Sarah's arms as she tries to help him. Spiders then appear and attack them. Peter gets an ax and uses it on a plant before using it on the spiders; And earthquake splits the house; The hunter corners Alan. He shoots at Alan. Sarah jumps in the way and the bullet fades in front of them. Everything swirls around the room and back into the game.
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NJ Avalanche Makes Us Proud at Valley Forge
By JLNJ Sportsdesk | December 12, 2019
Valley Forge, PA has some significant history. It is best known as where the Continental Army led by George Washington set up camp during the late stages of the Revolutionary War. It is also the home to one of the most competitive hockey tournaments on the East Coast and attracts some of the most prestigious hockey organizations to participate. This past weekend, three shomer Shabbos teams ranging from kids in third grade all the way to high school participated in the tournament representing the North Jersey Avalanche, a local hockey organization that has allowed for their teams to compete in the New Jersey Hockey League while working their schedules around Shabbat and Yom Tov. The teams were represented by players from all of the local yeshiva elementary schools and high schools.
The youngest team made up of kids born in 2009 and 2010 (Squirts) came in not knowing what to expect. After their early success in local league play they came into the tournament with confidence but hesitance, not knowing what type of competition they would be facing. During round robin play the team came out with a 3-1 record, winning their final game by enough of a margin to clinch a spot in the championship game. Although they battled fearlessly, the boys just could not match up with the strong physical team from Western Connecticut. Despite the fact that they lost the championship game, it was quite an accomplishment for this young team to advance as far as they did.
The Peewees made up of birth years 2007 and 2008 came in with a bit more tournament experience. Their explosive offense led by Alex Pomerantz (Moriah, sixth), David Kahn (Moriah, sixth), Eitan Adler (Yavneh, sixth),and Noah Sosland (Moriah, sixth) combined with their stellar blue liner Elijah Zackai (Moriah, seventh) and their brick wall in net Jared Helwani (Moriah, sixth) made them a force to be reckoned with. The boys came out flying from the start and never looked back. They handily beat their opponents during the round robin play and would end up playing the local team from Valley Forge in the finals. Although the boys came up short in the finals, their talent and abilities on the ice earned them a reputation of being one of the most feared teams to face in their age group.
The Bantams (birth years 2005 and 2006) came in ranked as one of the top teams in their division in the country, and rightfully so. Led by veteran superstars Gabriel Hornblass (SAR, ninth), Aiden Sholomon (Frisch, ninth), Alex Jacobs (Frisch, ninth), and goaltender Eitan Rosenblatt (Frisch, ninth) the team was virtually unstoppable all tournament long. Rookie sensation Asher Rudman (Moriah, eighth) set the tone early with a goal two minutes into the first game, and the boys never looked back from there. They won their first three games showcasing their powerhouse offense along with their stifling defense. They cruised to the finals where they would face an extremely talented high school team from East Islip, NY. Although the boys were clearly outsized, their heart and soul quickly took over. After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Hornblass and Sholomon literally took over the game. Perhaps the most potent Jewish line ever assembled, together with Rudman, the boys simply refused to lose. Hornblass scored to cut the lead to one on a beautiful feed from David Rosen (Moriah, eighth), and Sholomon went on to score three goals, all assisted by Hornblass, sending the Avalanche cheering section into a frenzy. Stellar defense late by Bennett Burgida (Moriah, seventh), Alex Jacobs (Frisch, ninth) and a ferocious sliding play to stop an odd man rush late by Max Levy (Moriah, eigthth) together with a heavy forecheck from Aaron Lieberman (Yavneh, eighth) and Ezra Nussbaum (MTA, ninth) helped seal the deal and the championship. The noise was deafening and cheers from both sets of fans overtook the arena in appreciation of such a performance by both teams. After the handshake line the boys went on to claim their championship trophy and in familiar fashion saluted their fans.
A special shout out goes out to Tiran Nahari for catering the Shabbos food, and a yasher koach to all of the parents and grandparents who were able to be a part of such a special Shabbos.
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Tom Every, The Forevertron (site view, North Freedom, WI), c. 1983–present.
Tom Every, The Forevertron (site view facing west, North Freedom, WI), c. 1983–present.
Through an elaborately fabricated persona of a late nineteenth-century scientist and visionary he calls “Dr. Evermor,” artist Tom Every has created a sculptural environment with proportions as grandiose as his imagination. Every was raised in Madison and nearby Brooklyn, Wisconsin, and inherited a family ethos of “save everything and make-do.” From youth, he learned the value of cast-off materials, and an early affinity for recycling charted an artistic course that has culminated in a series of “mechanical fantasies” in North Freedom, Wisconsin, near Baraboo. The grandest of these is Every’s legacy, The Forevertron, a commanding iron structure that reaches skyward some 50 feet and spans approximately 7,200 square feet.
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Labor pledges economic review of NBN if voted in
Labor pledges economic review of NBN if voted in Featured
By Sam Varghese
The Australian Labor Party has said it would review the economics of the NBN, including the implications of the multi-technology mix, on the cash-flow of the NBN Co, the company which is rolling out the network, if it were voted back into office in the forthcoming Federal Election.
No mention was made of a possible write-down of the value of the network, which has been canvassed quite a few times.
Opposition Leader Bill Shorten and Shadow Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said on Tuesday the party would look at the capital structure, pricing evolution, and whether the NBN Co was able to invest in future infrastructure upgrades under a number of market scenarios.
They jointly announced the party's plan to improve the NBN at a conference in Sydney, saying they were putting forth "a credible policy" to make the best of the existing situation.
"We recognise that world-class broadband infrastructure is critical to boosting productivity right across the economy," Shorten and Rowland said. "We also recognise the need to make sure customer experience for households across Australia is a top priority."
They said Labor would also:
Get more older Australians and low-income households connected: Labor will launch a landmark Digital Inclusion Drive to get more older Australians and low-income households connected to the NBN, making our country more modern and more inclusive.
Improve speeds and reliability for fibre-to-the-node households: Labor will direct NBN Co to fix in-home cabling problems that degrade service quality for households on the copper NBN at no cost to those affected. This will reduce dropouts and improve speeds for broadband services in up to 750,000 FttN households.
Better protect small businesses and consumers against excessive NBN downtime: Labor will safeguard small businesses against unreasonable and excessive periods of NBN downtime and provide greater accountability.
A responsible approach for targeted future co-investment in fibre: Labor will undertake trials of fibre upgrades to validate costs and assess co-investment mechanisms to responsibly deliver targeted upgrades over the medium term.
When construction of the NBN was begun in 2009, Labor was in power and it envisaged fibre being rolled out to the premises for 93% of the populace, with the remaining 7% to be supplied with connectivity through either wireless or satellite.
The rollout became a political issue when the Coalition Government, that took power in 2013, decided to change the technology of the network to what it called a multi-technology mix. The MTM includes fibre-to-the-node, HFC cable, satellite, and wireless, apart from fibre-to-the-premises which is being provided only to new dwellings.
As the MTM plan and the connections provided have come under increasing criticism, fibre-to-the-distribution-point, which considerably reduces the copper lead-in to premises — what the network builder, NBN Co, calls fibre-to-the-curb — has been introduced as well.
The rollout of the NBN is scheduled to be completed in 2020.
Shorten and Rowland said: "The Coalition record speaks for itself: Australia is ranked 59th in the world for broadband speeds according to the Speedtest Global Index and their delivery of the NBN is $21.4 billion over budget and four years behind schedule.
"Consumers and taxpayers have every right to be angry with the Liberals for delivering a second-rate network that costs more and does less. Australian households and businesses deserve a NBN that is affordable, delivers great value for money and is reliable."
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(RICKETTS, Charles) SIDNEY, Sir Philip. The Sonnets of Sir Philip Sidney. From the colophon: The text carefully prepared from the earliest editions by John Gray; the ornaments designed & cut on the wood by Charles S. Ricketts, under whose supervision the book has been printed at the Ballantyne Press. Ballantyne Press. 1898
Title printed on prelim. verso, section titles for 'Astrophel and Stella' & 'Sonnets' within elaborate dec. boarders, printed in red & black. Uncut in orig. dec boards with green & white fan pattern, light green paper-covered spine, paper label; head & tail of spine sl. chipped, hinges rubbed, else a nice copy. Pictorial bookplate on leading pastedown; ink inscription on leading f.e.p. 'Isobel W.S. Meiklejohn'. 67pp.
¶One of 210 copies printed. Charles Rickets, 1866-1931, illustrator, artist, author, and printer, best known for his work in stage sets and costume designs, and for the design and typography in the books produced by his Vale Press. He was friends with Oscar Wilde and Aubrey Beardsley, and did illustrations for some of Wilde's works including for House of Pomegranates (1891), Poems (1892) and The Sphinx (1893).
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The Super Bowl – from a Brit’s perspective
by Jack Caldwell
Written by Jack Caldwell
The 53rd annual Super Bowl will be coming to a TV screen near you this Sunday, and as the biggest American sports event of the year, the ‘big game’ has been given full attention from media outlets all over the world.
As a fan of the NFL myself, I don’t really mind this.
On the other hand, those who have no interest in the sport will surely be infuriated with its constant coverage.
However, I’m sure that the casual fan will still be somewhat interested and as the NFL has continued to grow outside of the US in recent years, they have made worldwide growth one of their main priorities.
The NFL capitalised on the gaining interest in American Football back in 2007 when they started hosting a number of games at Wembley stadium. These weren’t just exhibition games either, the NFL realised that the only way this idea would work was if they showcased actual games that mattered to the British crowd.
? The 2019 NFL London Games ?
? @Panthers vs @Buccaneers
? @ChicagoBears vs @Raiders
? @Bengals vs @RamsNFL
? @HoustonTexans vs @Jaguars
Register your interest → https://t.co/6pgrXnWF8h
#NFLUK ?? pic.twitter.com/nvhiOdFmIT
— NFL UK (@NFLUK) January 21, 2019
The London games have now been running for over a decade and since its inception, every game has been a sell-out.
Appearances from some of the league’s biggest franchises have helped make the games more credible and has given a boost to the NFL’s market in the UK.
Sunday Spectacle
While the focus of Super Bowl Sunday is particularly on the game itself, it cannot be understated how big of a deal the razzmatazz of the day’s events is.
From the theatrical half-time show to the ever-so-anticipated ads, the Super Bowl is much more than just a game to most people. Although this may be difficult for some non-fans to understand, the spectacle which surrounds the event is one of it’s biggest drawing points.
This year, pop group Maroon 5 will be the half-time show headliner alongside special guests Travis Scott and Big Boi. Over recent years, those involved with the half-time show have gone all out and have put on the biggest performances that they can in hopes to top the previous year.
ARRIVAL ? #M53 pic.twitter.com/j7g36ljTQK
— Maroon 5 (@maroon5) February 1, 2019
In terms of ads, expect to see the typical movie trailers and American-style commercials blown out of proportion. This is, justifiably, the time for all companies to push whatever new product they have to the millions of viewers at home.
The Game Itself
It's @SuperBowl Week! #SBLIII#EverythingWeGot #LARams pic.twitter.com/BQXE5KukMp
— NFL (@NFL) January 28, 2019
Now, this may be the hardest part of Sunday for casual viewers to fathom. The game itself may be the least interesting part of the event for some due to a lack of understanding or interest.
As millions around the world flock to their screens to see the New England Patriots face the Los Angeles Rams, many spectators will fail to understand how the game is played, officiated or presented. This is not a judgement of those people, but rather an observation of how big the event is.
The fact that the Super Bowl can attract hundreds of millions of viewers with a large section either being critical or oblivious to the sport itself is tremendous.
The end result will not matter to these viewers, although, for some players, this will be a once in a lifetime opportunity. This game will be the culmination to a year-long grind for the teams involved and this is their opportunity to etch their names in history.
Only once a year does the Super Bowl come around, so if you’re sceptical like I once was myself. Don’t be afraid to give it a chance, because you never know how the ‘big game’ may appeal to you.
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Multiple people dead in Norway helicopter crash
Posted: 4:12 AM, Apr 29, 2016
Rune Nielsen
<p>A search and rescue vessel patrols off the island of Turoey, near Bergen, Norway, as emergency workers attend the scene of a helicopter crash believed to have 13 people aboard, Friday April 29, 2016. The helicopter carrying around 13 people from an offshore oil field crashed Friday near the western Norwegian city of Bergen, police said. Many are feared dead. (Rune Nielsen / NTB scanpix via AP)</p>
A helicopter carrying 13 people from an offshore oil field crashed Friday near the western Norwegian city of Bergen, sparking a rescue operation, police and rescue officials said. Many onboard are feared dead.
The crash hit the island of Turoey, near Bergen. Police spokesman Morten Kronen said the helicopter "is totally smashed." He told The Associated Press there were "reports of an explosion and thick smoke" and that some people were reported to be in the sea.
He later said so far police could not confirm any survivors.
"It is a very small island and (helicopter) parts are spread partly on land, partly in the sea," said Jon Sjursoe, a spokesman for Norway's Joint Rescue Coordination Center.
Sjursoe said the Eurocopter EC-225 helicopter was carrying 11 passengers and two pilots and belonged to CHC Helicopter, which could not be immediately reached for comment.
"We have a big (rescue) operation going on out there," Kronen said, adding that it included firefighters, divers and medical workers
Norwegian media posted photos of huge billows of smoke. Witness Rebecca Andersen told the Norwegian newspaper Verdens Gang that the helicopter's "rotor blades came rushing toward us."
"Then we heard a violent explosion," Andersen was quoted as saying.
The helicopter was on its way from the Gullfaks B oil field in the North Sea to Bergen, 120 kilometers (74 miles) away on the Norwegian mainland.
Norwegian oil and gas company Statoil ASA said in a brief statement it had "mobilized its emergency response team" but declined to comment further. It later added it had "temporarily grounded all equivalent traffic helicopters."
Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg wrote on Twitter about the "horrifying reports" and said she was being kept informed about the rescue operation.
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