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Oakwood Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0XB
**Please note that the venue is temporary closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 outbreak.**
Beaumont School is a wonderful location if you're looking for Classroom in Hertfordshire. It’s an ideal place to hold activity and events as it’s spacious space which seat up to 30 people but still allows for an excellent atmosphere. It’s a very popular location for locals, so be sure to book it early to avoid disappointment on the big day. The Classroom does allow people to bring their own equipment or materials, but it’s sensible to check in with the reception to confirm what is and isn’t allowed. If additional staff are required to ensure the event runs smoothly then speak with the venue about availability, suitable skills and costings.
Those driving are able to park free of charge at the facility. There are limited spaces available with weekends being particularly popular. The best parking availability is during the day and before 5pm.
Facilities here can be booked on a pay as you play basis. This means that you do not have to be a member to make a booking here. Just decide when or how often you want to play and it's as simple as that.
The venue has changing facilities to use when you book, they are well maintained and suitable for teams or individuals. It's also great for teams as it means you can prepare for games in comfort and in good time.
The closest station when travelling is St Albans City. The facility is located a short walk from here - for more details on how to access the facility please contact the venue.
Beaumont School is a wonderful location if you're looking for Classroom in Hertfordshire. It’s an ideal place to hold activity and events as it’s spacious space which seat up to 30 people but still allows for an excellent atmosphere. It’s a very popular location for locals, so be sure to book it early to avoid disappointment on the big day. The Classroom does allow people to bring their own...
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Why Nigeria Needs An Islamic Agric-Microfinance Bank - Abdullahi AbdulRasaq
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Shariah Advisory Board should intensify efforts towards achieving the establishment of an Islamic Agric-Microfinance Bank in Nigeria said Abdullah AbdulRasaq, Lecturer at the Department of Islamic Banking insurance and Finance at College of Islamic Finance and Management Science, Ilorin Kwara state. Abdulrazaq said this at a recent discussion on developments in the Microfinance banking sector in Nigeria.
According to AbdulRasaq agriculture is a key sector in the development of any nation but is not getting adequate support and allocation at the moment as the 2021 Federal Government budget revealed an allocation of 1.5%.
According to him, the support of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA ), The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development (FMARD), will put an end to a lot of theoretical concepts such as 'Zero Hunger' and 'Food Security' that have been poorly executed.
He said, the BOA has 80 branches with each assigned 5 tractors, and it has two loans such as "Agricultural Loan" and "Non-Agricultural Loan", where an individual is entitled to N250,000 to N5m. The scholar stressed that the Nigerian Agric sector will not achieve the necessary impact, without the empowerment of people in rural communities.
Abdulrazaq speaking further noted that the World Bank has a lot of money that has been allocated to the development of agriculture particularly for the African continent. Recently, the Bank of Agriculture signed an MOU with the SME Agency Fund of the Federal Government which is supposed to be MSME-focused, since those in the rural communities are the Micro farmers that need the support.
He pointed out that in 2006 the African Union signed an MOU with Nigeria on allocating 10% of their annual budget to agriculture, but Nigeria failed to fulfill the promise it was a signatory to.
For the Budget Year 2019, he highlighted the fact that Nigeria allocated 1.2% of its allocation into Agriculture which was than what the country required.
The Islamic Banking lecturer made a strong case for the provision of a 'Youth Fund' that would channel funds to the young micro-farmers in rural communities. Also, he said if they were provided with proper facilities and storage equipment, food security would be assured.
In respect of Agric Microinsurance and how it could support Smallholder Farmers, he said Islamic Agricultural Microfinance has several products for the development of microinsurance. In his view, the Mudahara is an Islamic Agric-Microfinance product that could assist farmers.
The Mudahara also goes in line with the Ijara and Salam products which are the tools to drive the development of Islamic Microfinance in the agriculture sector.
He gave the instance of Bangladesh where the Central Bank of the country recently announced Mudahara, Ijara and Baitu Salam products for the support of farmers.
According to him, Bangladesh uses Mudahara products as the country has a lot of arable and untapped land, through which farmers are engaged and profit-sharing is agreed at a mutually acceptable ratio.
AdbdulRasaq believed the same process could work in Nigeria, but the Islamic Banks in the country like Jaiz do not have any package or product for farmers at the moment.
Explaining the concept of Baitul Salam, Abdulrazaq noted that the Salam product is designed to give a farmer capital to start farming activity and at the end of the harvesting period a pre-arranged sharing formula is followed.
He said the BOA has been helpful in a conventional way to farmers but has not been of support to Microinsurance organization.
"The BOA policies for an individual to obtain a loan from them is not favourable for a common man. For instance, for an individual to obtain a loan from BOA they are entitled to a loan from N250,000-5m with some collateral while a corporate entity can borrow from N5m. The tenure is 5yrs and it will be returned with agricultural products that are 14% of the loan which will be inclusive and if it is in kind 20% of the loan" Abdullah added.
Abdullahi decried the fact that currently if the farmer runs at a loss during the period of farming or harvesting, they will lose millions of naira in investments because of an absence of insurance. This was the experience of farmers in Nasarawa and Taraba states after the 2020 flooding.
He believed it was time to establish a viable and dynamic Islamic micro agricultural finance in a bank in Nigeria, with real-time products that would deepen activities in the agriculture sector.
AbdulRasaq concluded that the Bank of Agriculture should align with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development on how to take the opportunity to those in the rural communities across the nation. Also, training and seminars should be arranged for micro-farmers.
Concerning Nigeria, he stressed the importance of the acceptability of locally made products. He called for the increased patronage of homegrown foodstuff in the country.
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Fresh Air Kids arrive for a summer in the countryside
Becky Metrick
CHAMBERSBURG >> Eight families gathered in the Chambersburg Mall parking lot Tuesday afternoon to pick up their city guests — the Fresh Air Kids.
For some of the kids, it's a return trip.
The Fresh Air Kids are children from the New York City area who will spend the coming weeks with host families in Shippensburg, Greencastle, Chambersburg and Hagerstown, Maryland. The group is sponsored by the Fresh Air Fund — a non-profit agency that has hosted these summer experience trips since 1877.
According to a release from the agency, some of the children, who range in age from 5 to 18, are spending the summer away from their city homes for the first time while others have returned for a second year or more.
Tara, a 10-year-old girl from Brooklyn, will spend her second summer with Kristie Davis and her family at their Shippensburg home.
"We love what it is all about, a chance to be in the country," Davis said of the Fresh Air Kids program.
"I like it, it was interesting," Tara said about her experience last summer. "I think that this family is wonderful."
Davis said she plans on taking the family and their guest swimming, to cook-outs, to the movies and doing whatever Tara wants. Davis is bringing Tara into her home with three children, including a girl Tara's age named Madison.
Similarly, Michelle Rebok, another host, had a car full of kids waiting for their guest.
"Our family is just very excited," Rebok said. The Chambersburg family plans on going camping, swimming and maybe playing some miniature golf.
"I wish more families would do it," Rebok said. "It's great for kids and adults."
Host dad Mark Simonson, who lives in Germantown, Maryland, said 26 children are being spread between the Chambersburg area, Gettysburg and Germantown. Simonson was one of the chaperones on the bus helping the youths find their host families at each stop.
"It's a really amazing operation," Simonson said. Now three years in, he said his youngest child of four and only son was excited to do the program if they could just bring in another boy.
A boy the family previously hosted has returned this year. Simonson said his 9-year-old son and their guest "pick up as if they haven't been apart."
The Simonsons, like the other host families, love their Fresh Air Kid and plan on sticking with the program year after year,.
"I don't know who benefits more, the kids or the adults," Simonson said.
Staff writer Becky Metrick can be reached at 717-262-4762.
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The Originals present LOVE SONG, by John Kolvenbach
Presented By The Saco River Theatre
Thursday, April 23rd at 7:30pm EST
Saco River Theatre
29 Salmon Falls Rd.
Buxton, ME 04093
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 - 7:30 PM
Sunday Matinee April 19 - 2:30 PM
The Originals present
2007 Olivier Award Nominee – Best New Comedy
By John Kolvenbach
Beane (C. James Roberts) is a socially awkward and lonely exile, alienated from life; unable to experience the world as others do around him. His protective and driven sister Joan (Jennifer Porter) and well-meaning brother-in-law Harry (Rob Cameron) try to help him connect to the world, but their efforts seem in vain. Following a burglary on Beane’s apartment, Joan is unsettled to find her brother blissfully happy and madly in love with his hotheaded burglar, Molly (Elisabeth Hardcastle.) Soon Joan and Harry themselves fall under the enchanting spell of Beane’s joy, exhilarated by the simple pleasures of being alive; tastes, colors, sunlight, and the warmth of another’s touch. Don’t miss this whimsical and infectious celebration of love in all its forms. Also featuring Josh Brassard. Directed by Dana Packard.
Admission $25 for Adults, $22 for Students and Seniors.
Sunday, April 19th Matinee is $20 (includes a post-show talk-back with director and actors)
Thursday, April 23rd is pay-what-you-can.
Contains adult language.
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“Richly comic and deeply touching. Outstanding. A smashing compassionate new play.” – The Daily Telegraph, London
“Crisp, tough, un-dogmatic, and menacingly funny.” –The Sunday Times, London
“A refreshing spring breeze…Dreamy, gentle, silly…sending you into spring thinking about love.” – Chicago Times
Students & Seniors: $22.00
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Mr. Amyot joined P&WC in 2003. He held positions of increasing responsibility in finance, including management of international manufacturing operations, supply chain management, financial planning and analysis of investment projects. Prior to his current position, Mr. Amyot was closely involved in P&WC's major investment decisions for new engine programs and was directly involved in tackling the financial crisis of the late 2000s.
As Vice President, Finance, Mr. Amyot is responsible for the company’s financial reports, management and internal controls, financial planning and protection of company assets. He is also Chairman of the committee that manages the pension fund for P&WC employees.
Previously, Mr. Amyot worked eight years for the accounting firm Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, where he was auditor and then Senior Financial Manager in business valuation. In this position, he was involved in various acquisitions and funding projects.
Mr. Amyot holds the designations of CPA, CA and Chartered Business Valuator (CBV). Most notably, he placed second in Québec and twelfth in Canada in the 1997 chartered accountants’ Uniform Final Examination (UFE), and came first in Canada three times on the seven exams leading to the CBV designation. Mr. Amyot holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a graduate diploma in public accounting (DESSCP) from HEC Montréal.
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QA recognised for innovation at the Learning Awards 2012
QA has been recognised both its innovation and people at the Learning & Performance Institute’s Annual Learning Awards
The awards are a benchmark for excellence throughout the learning industry and recognise achievements and innovation across the profession. QA, one of the UK's largest business learning providers, scooped the coveted 'Apprenticeship programme of the Year" award which recognised the value that the scheme brings to both employers and young jobseekers. QA also achieved two finalist positions in the online learning categories.
William Macpherson, CEO of QA commented: "The awards demonstrate our ongoing commitment to providing world-class services for our customers across the UK. I am particularly pleased to see our staff honoured for the tremendous effort they have put into developing our apprenticeship, eLearning and Virtual Learning programmes. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do to ensure that businesses and individuals get the most out of their training experience with us and we are delighted that the awards have recognised this."
QA's success in achieving the Gold Award for 'Apprenticeship Programme of the Year' is particularly timely as it coincides with National Apprenticeship Week (6-10th Feb) which is seeing organisations across England celebrate the value that apprenticeships bring to businesses and young people.
The winning programme, from QA Apprenticeships, was launched as part of Microsoft's Britain Works campaign and is the first Microsoft Partner Apprenticeship available for young people looking for a role in IT support.
The work-based apprenticeships have significantly evolved since they were introduced by QA four years ago. Today's programmes provide young people with qualifications that employers want, from key partners such as Microsoft and Oracle, as well as support and training on softer skills. Employers benefit from being able to bring new IT talent into their business while receiving expert training and recruitment support from QA throughout the programme.
QA Apprenticeships currently has 450 apprentices in work and plans to place a further 600 into organisations, over the next year, helping businesses fill their IT skills gap and giving young people the chance they need to start a lifelong career path.
Individual awards:
In addition to winning the Apprenticeship Programme of the Year Award, two members of the QA team were honoured for their achievements in the learning and development profession.
Vaishali Singh won a Silver Award in Instructional Designer of the Year category, recognising the significant investment in expertise we are making in virtual learning. The judges noted that transferring existing content into a virtual delivery environment can be a real challenge, but Vaishali's commitment to quality in the skills transfer process ensured that she was able to create an outstanding learner experience for QA's clients taking the PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner and ITIL® Foundation virtual courses.
QA's significant investment in virtual and online learning was also acknowledged in the Live Online Learning Facilitator of the Year, which saw Andy Gilbert from QA compete as a finalist. Andy has been delivering virtual courses in Service Management for the last twelve months and he consistently receives outstanding delegate feedback due to his engaging and innovative approach to making virtual courses highly enjoyable and effective.
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20 November 2020 QA apprenticeship transformation programme wins Gold at the Learning Technologies Awards 2020 Ceremony
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05 November 2020 QA’s first Cloud Native Cohort Ready to Help UK Businesses Turbocharge Digital Transformation
29 October 2020 Barnardo’s and QA announce new Charity of the Year partnership
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oa The Role of Enlightened Leadership in Crisis Management:The Year of Famine
By Salwa Al Mulla1
Affiliations: 1 Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
Publisher: Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press)
Source: Qatar Foundation Annual Research Forum Proceedings, Qatar Foundation Annual Research Forum Volume 2010 Issue 1, Dec 2010, Volume 2010, AHP12
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5339/qfarf.2010.AHP12
This study attempts to answer a key question which is the subject matter of this research problem: what are the lessons learned from the experience of the Caliph Omar Ibn al-Khattab as a model for enlightened leadership and good governance in the management of a famine crisis? The question is further subdivided into the following questions:
1: What is the role of leaders in crisis management?
2: What are the characteristics of the role played by the Caliph Omar Ibn al-Khattab in managing the crisis in the Year of Famine?
To answer these questions, the study was divided into four chapters, an introduction and a conclusion. Chapter 1 - discusses the concept of crisis management, Chapter 2 - the concept of leadership, Chapter 3 - the concept of good governance while Chapter 4 addresses the management of the crisis in the Year of Famine and the model of good governance of Caliph Omar ibn al-Khattab, and highlights the leading role of the State of Qatar and its civil society. Three methodological approaches were used: theoretical grounding of concepts, the purposes of Islamic Sharia and a comparative approach.
The study reached a number of conclusions, the most important of which are the emphasis on the importance of the political role of leadership, and that the concept of good governance was shown in the model of the Caliph ibn al-Khattab through sacrifice and responsibility.
© 2010 Al Mulla; licensee Bloomsbury Qatar Foundation Journals.
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S. Al Mulla, The Role of Enlightened Leadership in Crisis Management:The Year of Famine, QFARF Proceedings, 2010, AHP12.
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Bond Girl, Rachel Grant and Shark Tank entrepreneur, Stephen Hersh have traveled the world together carrying lots of luggage, however, it’s only because Hersh is the CEO of Biaggi luggage launched on Shark Tank. Grant, whose family is 2nd cousin to the Queen Elizabeth of London, will fly to Israel for the nuptials inviting members of the Royal family, Shark Tank vets, celebrities, close friends and family.
The Grant Hersh wedding takes place on October 22, 2019 in Jerusalem. The celebrity couple will treat their lucky guests to a 10-day tour through the Holy Land following the wedding.
The Bride: Rachel Grant (Die Another Day, Tour Group, Starhyke, Hell's Kitchen)
Having traveled to more than 70 countries, actress and TV host Rachel Grant (de Longueuil) has been featured on Bravo, Hallmark, Good Morning America and the BBC as an actress, TV host and spokesperson for Biaggi. Biaggi CEO, Stephen Hersh hired Rachel to represent the brand and after she finished the production, he decided not to send her packing. The two began dating in 2012.
After Rachel Grant produced the award-winning viral video “How to Pack Over 100 items in a Carry-On” by Biaggi (shared by Oprah, Ashton Kutcher and 200+ websites), the influencer was named “The Packing Queen” as she continued to work with Biaggi. Her packing videos have been instant hits and accumulated over 150 million views. Rachel Grant has shared her packing tips on the Rachael Ray Show, Home & Family and Good Morning America.
Rachel is also known for her role as the Bond Girl, Peaceful, in the James Bond film, Die Another Day and as the Bravo travel host for the show Tour Group. Not to mention, she has royal blood-- her grandfather, the Baron de Longueuil, is a second cousin of the Queen of England. This will be Rachel Grant’s first wedding.
The Groom: Stephen Hersh (Shark Tank, Beyond the Tank, CNBC)
In December 2014, Stephen appeared on season 6, episode 11 of ABC’s Shark Tank and introduced his foldable luggage and convinced shark Lori Greiner to invest $500,000 for a 33% stake. Biaggi’s revenue shot from $40,000 in 2014 to $3 million in 2015.
His successful partnership with Greiner brought him back as a guest star on ABC’s Beyond the Tank, a guest on QVC and The Shopping including and he’s been featured in Forbes, Huffington Post, CNBC and the Wall Street Journal.
The couple spends much time volunteering on charitable projects related to childhood education and sustainable enterprise. They both fundraise for their school building projects, including a typhoon shelter in Bani, Philippines, and donate thousands of bags to children in need.
Only the Adventurous to attend the Grant Hersh Wedding
The Grant Hersh wedding takes place on the rooftop of the 5-star Mamilla Hotel, which overlooks the Old City of Jerusalem. The 10-day "bucket list" expedition the couple have planned for their lucky guests includes a number of unforgettable highlights: a VIP tour through the ancient Hasmonean aqueduct at the City of David in Jerusalem, the Tower of David's spectacular light show, mud baths at the Dead Sea, a hike up Mount Masada, a visit to the Ein Gedi Reserve in the Judean Desert and a journey deep inside the recently found salt caves of Mount Sodom. The tour ends on the Mediterranean in Tel-Aviv where local food, art, cultural experiences and a visit to Old Jaffa is on the list.
Dany Mizrachi to design the Gown
Dany Mizrachi who has dressed many celebrities including, Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman) and industry icon, Irina Shayk. Mizrachi’s works have been worn by many stars, politicians, beauty queens, Hollywood elite and is featured on Dancing With the Stars. Rachel’s family will be wearing traditional Philippine attire and all female guests will receive a full set of exquisite gift of Philippine pearls designed for the event.
For media inquiries about the Grant Hersh wedding or to request exclusive photos from the Grant Hersh wedding party, please contact Heather J. Taylor at 323-839-4488. Photos by Ran Bergman/Revital Events
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Mental health counselor has advice for anxious Iowans
March 25, 2020 By Radio Iowa Contributor
Shawn Scholten
A licensed mental health counselor from northwest Iowa has some suggestions for Iowans who’re experiencing anxiety in the midst of a global pandemic.
Shawn Scholten works at the Creative Living Center in Rock Valley. “It’s important to separate what is in your control from what is not,” she says. “Focus on those factors that you can control like social distancing, appropriate hand washing, and sneezing and coughing, take vitamins, stay hydrated, good nutrition.”
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, occasional anxiety is an expected part of normal life, but for a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time.
“Anxiety is rooted in the future and anxiety then tends to make us more fear- and anxiety-based and we become very self-focused,” Scholten says, “whereas it’s really a time to be other-focused, to reach out to others and staying community-minded — being more interconnected, but in a safe way.”
Iowans have been seeing empty store shelves, with shortages of hand sanitizer and toilet paper well documented. Scholten urges Iowans to respond rather than react.
“I think some of the hoarding is very much a reaction,” Scholten says. “Just take a step and be reasonable, take some deep breaths and respond appropriately.”
Scholten’s advice is to acknowledge your emotions and, for example, get creative with modern technology, using smartphones and laptops to video chat with others.
“You know a lot of people today are feeling a lot of similar emotions, some to different degrees than others, and it just validates your feelings when you hear them from somebody else. It affirms: ‘Oh, yes. They’re feeling that way, too,'” Scholten says. “So that, in itself, reduces some of that sense of isolation and loneliness because you can identify with somebody else having the same feelings that you do.”
She recommends going outdoors, if possible, to exercise or get fresh air and sunshine — while maintaining proper social distancing from others. She says spiritual resources like devotions, prayer and meditation can help reduce anxiety as well.
(By Mark Buss, KSOU, Sioux Center/photo from Creative Living Center website)
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Coronavirus Has Thrown Around 100 Million People Into Extreme Poverty, World Bank Estimates
RAEL’S COMMENT:
It’s not the corona virus that did this, but the government decisions forcing people to stay home and closing all businesses, restaurants, theaters, etc…
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown between 88 million and 114 million people into extreme poverty, according to the World Bank’s biennial estimates of global poverty.
The reversal is by far the largest increase in extreme poverty going back to 1990 when the data begin, and marks an end to a streak of more than two decades of declines in the number of the extremely impoverished, which the World Bank defines as living on less than $1.90 a day, or about $700 a year.
The World Bank now estimates a total of between 703 million and 729 million people are in extreme poverty, and that the number could rise further in 2021. Before the pandemic, the number of people in extreme poverty was estimated at 615 million for 2020. “This is the worst setback that we’ve witnessed in a generation,” said Carolina Sánchez-Páramo, global director of the World Bank’s Poverty and Equity Global Practice.
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The Heartbreaking Reason This Mom Can Never Hug Her Two-Year-Old Daughter
And this is why we'll never take hugs for granted.
By Brie Schwartz
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All Annemarie Price wanted to do when her baby girl was born was take her in her arms, but due to a rare condition that's left her daughter's skin as fragile as butterfly wings, Annemarie can barely touch Tia.
Tia suffers from epidermolysis bullosa, also known as Butterfly Syndrome, which causes her skin to shed at even the lightest touch and just a few moments in the sunshine can cause Tia's skin to erupt in excruciating blisters.
Annemarie said "I have to be extremely careful. She can't be picked up from her arms because it will tear her skin."
But she does find a way to be in contact with her little one.
"She loves sitting on my knee and we can touch her but we have to be delicate," she told the Mirror.
Annemarie begins every morning by wrapping Tia's little limbs in fresh dressings and checking for blisters, but the process is often too painful for the child to stomach. "She cries and tells me to stop when I try to change her soiled dressings."
"It breaks my heart to hurt her when she is already in pain."
"When I'm finished I make sure I tell her that mommy is sorry, that she has to do it and loves her very much."
Despite her condition, Annemarie is trying to give Tia a happy life. Twice a week she goes to a special needs play group where she can socialize with other toddlers. She said: "I'm nervous when we go because she's so fragile. One of the children held onto her hand and wouldn't let go.
"But Tia loves it. She just wants to be a normal little girl."
Brie Schwartz Deputy Editor, Oprahmag.com As deputy editor, Brie oversees OprahMag.com's lifestyle content including beauty, style, health, and relationships.
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U.S. House impeaches Trump for a second time; 10 Republicans vote yes
By David Morgan, Richard Cowan
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Donald Trump on Wednesday became the first president in U.S. history to be impeached twice, as 10 of his fellow Republicans joined Democrats in the House of Representatives to charge him with inciting an insurrection in last week’s violent rampage in the Capitol.
The vote in the Democratic-controlled House was 232-197 following the deadly assault on American democracy, although it appeared unlikely the swift impeachment would lead to Trump’s ouster before his four-year term ends and Democratic President-elect Joe Biden is inaugurated on Jan. 20.
The Senate’s Republican majority leader, Mitch McConnell, rejected Democratic calls for a quick impeachment trial, saying there was no way to conclude it before Trump leaves office. But even if he has left the White House, a Senate conviction of Trump could lead to a vote on banning him from running for office again.
Biden said it was important that a Senate impeachment trial in the early days of his term not delay work on his legislative priorities, including Cabinet confirmations, and urged Senate leaders to find a way to do both at the same time.
The House passed a single article of impeachment - a formal charge - accusing Trump of “incitement of insurrection,” focused on an incendiary speech he delivered a week earlier to thousands of supporters shortly before the pro-Trump mob rampaged through the Capitol.
The mob disrupted the formal certification of Biden’s victory over Trump in the Nov. 3 election, sent lawmakers into hiding and left five people dead, including a police officer.
During his speech, Trump repeated false claims that the election was fraudulent and exhorted supporters to march on the Capitol, telling them to “stop the steal,” “show strength,” “fight much harder” and use “very different rules.”
In a video statement released after the House’s action on Wednesday, Trump did not mention the impeachment vote and took no responsibility for his remarks to supporters last week, but condemned the violence.
“Mob violence goes against everything I believe in and everything our movement stands for. No true supporter of mine could ever endorse political violence. No true supporter of mine could ever disrespect law and order,” Trump said.
With thousands of rifle-carrying National Guard troops inside and outside the Capitol, an emotional debate unfolded in the same House chamber where lawmakers had ducked under chairs and donned gas masks on Jan. 6 as rioters clashed with police officers outside the doors.
“The president of the United States incited this insurrection, this armed rebellion against our common country,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat, said on the House floor before the vote. “He must go. He is a clear and present danger to the nation that we all love.”
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At a later ceremony, she signed the article of impeachment before it is sent to the Senate, saying she did it “sadly, with a heart broken over what this means to our country.”
No U.S. president has ever been removed from office through impeachment. Three - Trump in 2019, Bill Clinton in 1998 and Andrew Johnson in 1868 - previously were impeached by the House but acquitted by the Senate.
Democratic congressman Joaquin Castro called Trump “the most dangerous man to ever occupy the Oval Office.” Congresswoman Maxine Waters accused Trump of wanting civil war and fellow Democrat Jim McGovern said the president “instigated an attempted coup.”
‘PRESIDENT BEARS RESPONSIBILITY’
Some Republicans argued the impeachment drive was a rush to judgment that bypassed the customary deliberative process such as hearings and called on Democrats to abandon the effort for the sake of national unity and healing.
“Impeaching the president in such a short time frame would be a mistake,” said Kevin McCarthy, the House’s top Republican. “That doesn’t mean the president is free from fault. The president bears responsibility for Wednesday’s attack on Congress by mob rioters.”
Trump’s closest allies, such as Ohio Republican Jim Jordan, went further, accusing Democrats of recklessly acting out of pure political interest.
“This is about getting the president of the United States,” said Jordan, who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Trump in a private White House ceremony this week. “It’s always been about getting the president, no matter what. It’s an obsession.”
‘I’M CHOOSING TRUTH’
Ten Republicans voted to impeach, including Liz Cheney, the No. 3 House Republican.
“I am not choosing a side, I’m choosing truth,” Republican Jamie Herrera Beutler said in announcing her support for impeachment, drawing applause from Democrats. “It’s the only way to defeat fear.”
In a break from standard procedure, Republican House leaders refrained from urging their members to vote against impeachment, calling the vote a matter of individual conscience.
Under the U.S. Constitution, impeachment in the House triggers a trial in the Senate. A two-thirds majority would be needed to convict and remove Trump, meaning at least 17 Republicans in the 100-member chamber would have to join the Democrats.
McConnell has said no trial could begin until the Senate was scheduled to be back in regular session next Tuesday, one day before Biden’s inauguration. The trial would proceed in the Senate even after Trump leaves office.
McConnell, who is reported to be furious with Trump, said in a memo to his fellow Republicans that he had not made a final decision on how he will vote on impeachment in the Senate.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, set to become majority leader later this month, said in a statement that no matter the timing, “there will be an impeachment trial in the United States Senate; there will be a vote on convicting the president for high crimes and misdemeanors; and if the president is convicted, there will be a vote on barring him from running again.”
Biden said work on the economy, getting the coronavirus vaccine program on track and confirming crucial Cabinet posts should not be delayed by the Senate trial.
“I hope that the Senate leadership will find a way to deal with their Constitutional responsibilities on impeachment while also working on the other urgent business of this nation,” he said in a statement.
The Capitol siege raised concerns about political violence in the United States once considered all but unthinkable. The FBI has warned of armed protests planned for Washington and all 50 U.S. state capitals ahead of Biden’s inauguration.
Impeachment is a remedy devised by America’s 18th century founders to enable Congress to remove a president who has, according to the Constitution, committed “treason, bribery or other high crimes and misdemeanors.” If Trump were removed before Jan. 20, Vice President Mike Pence would become president and serve out his term.
The House impeached Trump after he ignored calls for his resignation and Pence rebuffed Democratic demands to invoke a constitutional provision to remove the president.
The House previously voted to impeach Trump in December 2019 on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress stemming from his request that Ukraine investigate Biden and his son Hunter ahead of the election, as Democrats accused him of soliciting foreign interference to smear a domestic political rival. The Senate voted in February 2020 to keep Trump in office.
Reporting by David Morgan and Richard Cowan; Additional reporting by Susan Cornwell, Doina Chiacu, Susan Heavey and James Oliphant; Writing by Joseph Ax and John Whitesides; Editing by Mary Milliken, Will Dunham and Peter Cooney
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Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have received the Surveillance Camera Commissioner’s third party certification mark for their use of Reveal body worn cameras and CCTV.
We spoke to Head of Business Security, Mike Lees about how body cameras and the accreditation are making a difference to the hospital.
What is your role in the trust?
I am head of what we call Business Security, which involves Security Management, Business Continuity and Emergency Response. I look after a team of 3 in-Trust security managers, and another 11 Security Staff who are contracted to G4S. Those are the guys who are equipped with body cameras, but we keep one in the office as we regularly also go out at busy periods.
During the day, we have a manager or supervisor and 3 officers on shift and at night we have 2 officers and a supervisor. We’ve got enough cameras so that everybody on a shift can wear one, which means they are always available to use.
3 or 4 times a year we hold a Security Awareness day on site. It’s normally 3 or so hours in the staff restaurant, and we put it on just so staff are aware what the security situation is on site and so they can be assured about what we do for them. The good thing about hosting it in the restaurant is that, because it’s also used by members of the public, we can reach out to patients and visitors too.
If we have any new initiatives we present them during these Security Awareness days. For example, when we launched the body cameras we had one of our security officers on the stand with a camera, literature and information.
We also make regular visits to patients on wards or visitors on site and ask them whether they feel safe in the hospital, and if there is anything we could do to improve. We generally get positive responses, or else it’s constructive comments.
The introduction of the cameras has been very positive, I don’t think we’ve received a single negative comment about them, or even comments about people being surprised to see we’re using them. You’d think we might have gotten some staff at least asking for the reason we are using cameras, but we haven’t even had that.
What problems were you facing that prompted you to get body cameras for your staff?
The main issue we had on site was antisocial behaviour and aggression towards staff, generally from disruptive patients. Dealing with those was the main driver for getting body cameras.
We divide aggression towards staff into 2 categories - Medical and Non-medical - and this is where the NHS is unique in dealing with violence. Sometimes it will be deliberate violence and aggression towards staff which is Non-medical, for example if a person is drunk or angry. We have also had small amounts of hate crime, which is also non-medical. But in Hospitals we also face medical violence which stems from patients being unwell. The vast majority of assaults on staff are non-deliberate, or medical - a scratch, bite, or pulling the fingers back. We have been trained to deal with those, but if an unwell patient grabbed a scalpel or something it would be more serious.
We also wanted to be able to collect evidence if needed to share with the police. During the pilot phase, for example, one of our onsite shops was burgled and, because the security officer present had used the body camera to record the incident, we were able to share that video with the police.
How have cameras helped?
The body cameras really come into their own when our officers or nursing staff face threats, aggression, finger pointing and swearing face to face with no contact. The officers who are attending an incident approach with the front facing screens on and give a warning to the person that is committing violence that they will record if they need to. We’ve never had people playing up to the screen and we have found that as a deterrence measure they are excellent. As a direct result of wearing body cameras our officers will say that violence towards them has decreased dramatically.
Statistically, over the last few Christmas periods that we’ve gone back and had a look, I can say we have reduced violence and aggression issues towards staff by just over 80%. From 20th December 2016 to 2nd January 2017, which is historically a very busy period for us, we had 4 incidents down from 24 the year before.
And across the whole realm of violence and aggression, both medical and non-medical we have reduced aggressive incidents by 12% over the whole year, and body worn video will have been part of that.
How do you have DEMS set up? How does DEMS help?
We have DEMS installed on a standalone PC which is working fine for us. The PC is down in the security manager’s office because we have strict protocols regarding the handling and storage of data with vigorous procedures robust policies. The NHS has its own retention policies in respect to evidence and incidents and DEMS can handle those.
DEMS helps us by being able to keep data secure whilst keeping an audit trial for each file.
Surveillance Camera Commissioner’s third party certification scheme
This accreditation encompasses how we use body worn video and CCTV. It’s there to reassure our service users – contractors, visitors, staff and patients - that we use surveillance cameras alongside the Protection of Freedoms Act and Code of Practice with it’s 12 key guidelines.
Applying for the certification was challenging but very worthwhile. It allowed us to critically review the reasons for surveillance and scope these against our existing policies and procedures. And now, as part of our open and transparent approach to surveillance we publish monthly and annual reports as well as all our usage policies on the hospital website.
What are they key considerations for body worn video in a NHS setting?
The main consideration is maintaining the safety of our patients and staff whilst retaining the privacy and dignity of all stakeholders; including users of body worn video, staff, patients, visitors and contractors. It is important to make everybody aware that we are using all our surveillance assets in an open responsible and transparent manner, which the front facing screen on the body camera plays into; it’s open and honest and shows everybody what we’re capturing. Just like when you walk into a supermarket store and you see the TV screens displaying CCTV footage, it says to you “we have these facilities in place, we are being open about the fact we are looking at the people using our stores” and it provides assurance that we are protecting you.
What advice would you give other NHS security people?
I would say our experience has been extremely positive. But there is no short cut to getting a good program. It’s not inexpensive if you want to do it properly; you need to do training, create policies, choose high quality cameras and software. You can’t just stick a camera on somebody – you have to be acting and to be seen to be acting responsibly with people’s privacy. But, providing that the package is put together well, I would have no hesitation in recommending what we’ve done and the format of cameras that we use to anybody.
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Daniel Andrews’ renewables failure costing families
The Andrews Labor Government has failed to plan for new renewables entering the electricity grid and it’s costing Victorians.
The $650 million Tilt Renewables Dundonnell Windfarm is the most recent example of Labor incompetence. The windfarm in Western Victoria is producing energy but the state’s energy grid can only access a small portion, meaning higher bills at the worst possible time.
With only 33 per cent of this project’s capacity being able to be released from this project into the grid, Tilt Chief Executive Deon Campbell described the failure to properly update local electricity grid infrastructure to cope with new renewables as “trying to rebuild the plane while it’s flying”.
Almost two years ago Labor was warned by the Australian Energy Market Operator, that a significant investment in transmission infrastructure upgrades was needed to deal with the sudden increase in renewables in Western Victoria. Yet the construction on these upgrades is yet to begin.
This windfarm, along with other renewable energy generators in the Western Victoria region dubbed the “Rhombus of Regret”, has become a victim of the Andrews Labor Government’s poor planning around transmission infrastructure. It has also led to many dire consequences beyond this single project, including increased outages, forced generation stoppages by AEMO in order to protect the integrity of the grid and up to 20 per cent of energy lost in transmission due to the inadequate infrastructure.
Comments attributable to Shadow Minister for Energy and Renewables, Ryan Smith:
“Daniel Andrews and Lily D’Ambrosio must be held accountable for their failure to properly plan for the renewables entering the grid. When around a third of the energy generated sometimes cannot enter aging infrastructure and is lost, you cannot claim to be using clean energy effectively.
“Labor is strong on spin but slow on substance regarding renewables. They love glossy press releases about clean energy, but much of the power from projects they prop up never gets to consumers.”
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Kymeta & Kepler Communications announce MOU to promote the delivery of Kepler LEO Satellite Serv
Kymeta, the communications company that is completing the connectivity fabric for everything, everywhere, and Kepler Communications, a pioneer of software defined satellite communications, today announced at Satellite 2020 that they have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to integrate Kepler’s Global Data Service into the just-announced Kymeta™ u8 Terminal and Kymeta Connect™ offering.
[endif]--This product collaboration envisions Kymeta combining the value proposition of Kepler’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite service with the best aspects of traditional (Geostationary) satellite communications and 4G/LTE communications networks. The relationship builds upon the successful integration work announced by Kepler in mid-2019, when Kepler demonstrated compatibility between its LEO satellites and the Kymeta™ u7 electronically steered antenna (ESA), becoming the first LEO operator to do so. ![endif]--
Kepler’s Global Data Services offers high-capacity data backhaul to areas beyond traditional satellite and communication network coverage at a more favorable rate than traditional providers globally due to the economics of Kepler’s LEO satellite network.
“We are extremely excited about the collaboration with Kepler as it finally brings to market the promise of LEO capacity to deliver connectivity to the mobility markets,” said David Harrower, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Kymeta. “By adopting the latest and best technical capabilities, we believe we deliver what the market has demanded in terms of mobile connectivity and have done so by bringing flexible and commercially viable service offerings made possible by each party's technical advancements.”
“By expanding the capabilities of their Kymeta Connect™ product with our high-capacity data backhaul service, Kymeta is delivering on an ask we often hear from users – ‘How do I access all available communications technologies to serve my requirements?’” said Mina Mitry, Chief Executive Officer at Kepler. “Customers want solutions that are ready to go and easy to deploy. Kymeta Connect™, with the Kymeta u8 Terminal, tick both those boxes. By deploying Kepler’s Global Data Service with Kymeta Connect™, the offering becomes much more powerful and able to address the requirements of a greater range of users that traditional providers are unable to accommodate.”
Kepler’s Global Data Service (GDS) covers every part of the globe, from pole to pole, and allows the movement of gigabytes of data to and from the user’s location at economic rates. Currently enabled with Kepler’s first two satellites on orbit, the capabilities of GDS will expand significantly over the course of 2020 with Kepler’s previously announced vertical integration and launch procurements. Commercial availability of GDS within the Kymeta Connect™ offering is targeted to align with market availability of the Kymeta™ u8 Terminal as well as Kepler’s expanded constellation later this year, with key customer trials supporting the development effort. To express an interest in participating, connect with your Kymeta or Kepler representative.
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15 Exposed to Fatal Brain Infection on Surgical Instruments
September 6, 2013 — At least 15 people who had spinal surgery at Cape Cod Hospital in Massachusetts were exposed to a deadly hospital infection called Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), also known as the human “mad cow.”
Exposure occurred when surgeons used specialized tools that were previously used on a patient in New Hampshire with CJD.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued this statement:
“The potential exposure is limited to five Cape Cod Hospital patients who received procedures between June and August using the same device that was used on the New Hampshire patient. The CJD risk to the Massachusetts patients is extremely low, as those patients underwent spinal surgery and not brain surgery.”
It is extremely rare for transmission to occur on contaminated surgical instruments. The problem is that normal sterilization methods do not destroy CJD. Surgical instruments used on patients with CJD are normally destroyed.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is a rare but invariably fatal degenerative brain disease. It is caused by an abnormal protein called a prion. The brain of people with advanced CJD resembles a sponge, with thousands of tiny holes. The disease causes a rapid dementia, progressive brain damage, and death.
Symptoms of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD)
Rapidly failing memory
Cognitive problems that get worse
Personalty changes
Loss of muscle coordination
Involuntary movements (jerking)
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Home Books Bludie Harlaw: Realities, Myths, Ballads
Bludie Harlaw: Realities, Myths, Ballads
In the summer of 1411, the ageing Donald of Islay, Lord of the Isles, invaded mainland Scotland with a huge, battle-hardened army, only to be fought to a bloody standstill on the plateau of Harlaw, fifteen miles from Aberdeen, a town he had threatened to sack. One of the greatest battles in Scottish history, described by hardened medieval chroniclers as ‘atrocious’, ‘Reid Harlaw’ left some 3,000 dead and wounded.
Dismissed by Scott as a ‘Celt v. Saxon’ power struggle, it has faded from historical memory, other than in the north-east of Scotland. Written records in Latin, Scots, Gaelic and English are presented in their original form, and with transcriptions and translations. Two major ballads are analysed, one contemporary, and one fabricated over 350 years later – which is still sung. Lowland views dominate, because of the loss and destruction of Highland records, notably those of the Lords of the Isles themselves.
The histories themselves fall into two groups – those written at or around the time, and those composed some 300 years later. These later accounts form the basis of most modern descriptions of the battle, but they tend to be romantic and highly imaginative, creating noble order where chaos once existed.
Author: Ian A. Olson
Publisher: John Donald/Birlinn Books
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By Patrick in Useful 07.10.2020
Why is 13 reasons why a banned book?
Since it was published in 2007, “Thirteen Reasons Why” has been a target of censorship. A Colorado school district banned the novel, saying it glamorized suicide. … Parents and school districts worried the series would promote “suicide contagion”; Netflix added more trigger warnings before episodes.
Did 13 Reasons Why get canceled?
According to Netflix, the show will end because it has reached the natural conclusion of its narrative arc. Season four “will feature the core cast’s graduation from High School,” which will be a “natural conclusion to the show.”
Is 13 reasons why suitable for a 13 year old?
Although it is based on a popular YA novel (for readers 12-18), 13 Reasons Why is rated TV-MA (unsuitable for viewers under 17) and several episodes are preceded by an onscreen “graphic content” warning. As you’ve seen with your own daughter, media made for older adolescents and adults are attractive to younger kids.
Is 13 reasons based on a true story?
13 Reasons Why has been praised for its approach to sensitive subject matter, and fans are keen to find out more about the inspiration behind the series. The series itself is not based on one true story in particular, as it was inspired by the fictional characters from Asher’s book.
Why did Jay Asher write thirteen reasons?
Mr. Asher was planning to write a lighthearted high school romance as his follow-up to “Thirteen Reasons,” but the intense feedback from readers, he said, caused him to abandon that manuscript halfway through. … Now he is working on a novel that “will go into the complications of high school relationships.”
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What is the purpose of banning books?
Each book that is banned or censored is done so for the content within the pages. There are a few common reasons that books have been banned or censored in schools, libraries, and book stores. These include: Racial Issues: About and/or encouraging racism towards one or more group of people.
Why is Hannah Baker not in season 3?
Hannah is NOT in the third series. Actress Katherine Langford is not listed anywhere as being in season three. Hannah’s story has well and truly come to an end – with her committing suicide in the first series. Her character appeared throughout season two as the storyline covered the aftermath of her death.
Why did Alex’s dad burn the clothes?
At the end of the season, Alex’s dad reveals to him that Monty is said to be Byrce’s killer and he burns the clothes that Alex wore the night of Bryce’s murder.
Why did Alex kill Bryce?
The season finale provided a three-part answer to the central question of who killed Bryce when it was revealed that Zach Dempsey (Ross Butler) beat Bryce and left him for dead on a boating dock, but that it was Alex Standall (Miles Heizer) who threw him into the water, where he ultimately drowned, after Bryce …
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This is how much the average American will spend hosting Thanksgiving this year
Katey Psencik, USA TODAY NETWORK
If you're not hosting Thanksgiving, do you at least pitch in to help the host financially?
Most people don't, according to a new study. Hosting Thanksgiving is expensive — hosts will spend an average of $310.17, or $31 per guest, hosting the big feast this year, a new study from LendingTree reports. It breaks down to about $227 on food and drink and an additional $82 on things like decor, dishes, furniture and other houseware.
And 64 percent of those hosts don't expect to receive offers from guests to help cover costs. The good news? More than 70 percent of hosts love throwing the party, and most of them do so every year.
LendingTree offered tips to help cut costs: Set a budget, shop early and use coupons, ask friends or family to bring dishes or use DIY decorations instead of purchasing new ones. You can also make your money go further by making sure to use all your leftovers in the days following Thanksgiving.
Read more Thanksgiving news from the USA TODAY NETWORK:
Last-minute Thanksgiving tips, plus what to do with leftovers These are the most hated Thanksgiving foods, according to Twitter data The world's largest green bean casserole clocked in at 1,009 pounds
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Russian Civil Aviation: News #3
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Austin on Thu Dec 13, 2018 3:13 am
Russia and CIS Observer New Issue
http://www.rusaviainsider.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Observer-45-Juhai-2018-low.pdf
Good Details on Domestic Aircraft Program from officials , Looks like they are going to buy design of L-610 for 40 Seater type
What does the domestic industry of regional aviation offer?
https://vpk.name/news/237702_chto_predlagaet_otechestvennaya_promyishlennost_regionalnoi_aviacii.html
What Do You Know About PW1400G, CFM LEAP-1 and PD-14?
https://aviationvoice.com/what-do-you-know-about-pw1400g-cfm-leap-1-and-pd-14-201606211719/
I have been hearing this reviews from Intl Mag on Avaiation and others that PD-14 would be slightly less fuel effecient compared to
PW1400G, CFM LEAP-1 , Is this true ?
The technology inside PD-14 does not make it as competitive as PW1400G or LEAP Engine ?
What is the technology growth available for PD-14 , its possible in future PW and LEAP engine will get more fuel effecient than PD-14 ?
Can any one understanding Engine Technology can explain this ? The Bypass ratio of PD is much lower than PW and LEAP engine
GarryB on Fri Dec 14, 2018 1:22 am
Even if it is not as fuel efficient, the PD-14 is part of a family of engines that cross a broad range of uses, that will be sanction proof for a lot of users who don't have good relations with the US in particular and the west in general.
The amount of fuel being used is not critical for military users, but for civilian users it is important in terms of profitability...
There are so many other factors however... If you look at the Il-76 using either D-30 engines or PS-90 engines... you can get a minor upgrade on the D30s to improve thrust and reduce fuel burn that results in an engine cost of 800K dollars US, but the PS-90 engines were 6 million dollars each... with four engines that means 3.2 million for the upgraded D-30s, but 24 million for the PS-90s... 20 million dollars buys you a lot of aviation fuel... it would take years for that to make any real difference to the costs of running the aircraft... especially if maintainence and spare parts are similarly priced... in fact unless you use those aircraft a lot you might never get to the point where the more expensive engines break even.
Obviously if there is an increase in power that also improves performance, and improved reliability then an engine upgrade could be much more warranted, but it really does not come down to.... engine X burns 2% less fuel than engine Y.
Another factor is... how well do they cope with the conditions where the planes will be operating... do they like minus 30 degree starts... or do you need to keep the engines running on the ground in a cold airfield... that will cost you more fuel and cold negate any fuel burn savings during the flight.
At the end of the day the PD-14 is intended to get around sanctions on western equipment, so Russian domestic sales and sales to other countries also subject to US sanctions will likely go ahead whether it is better or slightly worse than western engines.
Nibiru on Fri Dec 14, 2018 3:45 am
Iranian carriers want to buy Sukhoi SSJ100 to renew their aging fleets
Tehran - Iran needs 500 commercial planes, and is ready to purchase the Sukhoi Superjet SSJ100 if Russia agrees to sell, Reuters reports, citing top Iranian civil aviation leaders
Iran is facing the task of renewing its aging commercial aircraft fleet. But the country is about to fail it due to ongoing US sanctions.
In 2015, Trump administration withdrew from the nuclear agreement with Iran and reimposed sanctions. Last year, the US Treasury Department revoked the licenses of Boeing and Airbus to sell passenger aircraft to Iran.
Most commercial airliners produced in the world include more than 10 percent U.S. parts. It is the threshold for U.S. Treasury approval.
According to Russian officials, Sukhoi is working on reducing the usage of U.S. made components in the production of SSJ100 to be able to sell the aircraft to Iran.
If the Iranian airlines want to use SSJ100 and the manufacturer agrees to sell it to Iran, the Civil Aviation Organization is ready to issue its final comment on this aircraft,
Ali Abedzadeh, head of the Civil Aviation Organization, told Fars news agency.
Iran Air, the national carrier of the country had ordered 200 passenger planes in 2016 -100 from Airbus (46 A320, 38 A330, 16 A350), 80 from Boeing (50 737 MAX 8, 15 777-300ER, 15 777-9) and 20 ATR 72-600 from Franco-Italian manufacturer ATR before U.S. licenses of these manufacturers were canceled.
In addition to Iran Air, another Iranian operator Aseman Airlines had placed an order for 30 737 MAX.
The airlines have proposals for aircraft purchases and we are trying to devise regulations that will ease their aircraft imports. Considering Iran’s vast market, we need 500 planes now,
Austin on Sat Dec 15, 2018 12:07 pm
Nice video on SSJ from take off to landing with full cockpit view
Austin on Sun Dec 16, 2018 4:19 am
[ltr]Sukhoi, UAC Planning Superjet With No Western Content[/ltr]
[ltr]by Vladimir Karnozov[/ltr]
[ltr]Following a series of consultations with authorities, suppliers, and customers, Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCAC) and its patron United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) have begun design work on a completely indigenous version of the Sukhoi Superjet regional jet. The companies have undertaken the development within the framework of a broader import substitution program ordered by the Kremlin.
Although SCAC has yet to encounter sanctions-related prohibitions against receiving components made in the U.S. and EU, the tightening Western sanctions on Russia could one day lead to disruption of the established international cooperation on the project. Western content now accounts for between 55 percent and 60 percent of an SSJ100’s unit cost.
So far, the Superjet program has proceeded uninterrupted despite the chill in the relations between Moscow and the West, which started with the civil war in Ukraine in late 2013 and further worsened with the annexation of Crimea in March 2014. Long-term agreements signed before the events remained in force, providing the manufacturer with an unbroken supply chain.
The first serious test the program failed to pass involved the intended shipment of some 40 aircraft to Iranian airlines. At the 2017 Eurasia Airshow in Antalya, Turkey, SCAC signed letters of intent with Iran Airtours and Iran Asman airlines calling for deliveries from 2020 to 2023. At the time SCAC believed that by removing U.S. parts from the factory-standard SSJ100 and replacing them with Russian or European substitutes would remove the aircraft from the regulatory scope of the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). In particular, SCAC reported plans to replace the airplane’s U.S.-made inertial navigation, auxiliary power unit, and cabin interior.
Over the course of the summer, a number of SCAC’s European partners informed the manufacturer that they will not risk losing U.S. market as a result of the White House’s possible retaliation for their non-compliance with President Donald Trump’s new policy toward Tehran.
Having reconsidered the situation, Moscow has decided to proceed with the indigenization of the Superjet to a greater extent than initially planned. After 2021, when SCAC introduces a version of the airplane without U.S. parts known as the SSJ100R, the companyplans to pursue a version devoid of all Western components, according to sources within UAC.
The Thales-integrated avionics package would give way to one from local manufacturer KRET. The airplane’s PowerJet SaM.146 engines would be replaced by the Aviadvigatel PD-9, effectively a scaled version of the PD-14 developed for the Irkut MC-21 narrowbody jetliner. Apart from indigenization, this, coupled with a new composite wing, would reduce fuel burn by between 5 percent and 8 percent.
Nevertheless, creation of a completely indigenous Superjet represents a challenge, given the fact that the majority of the airplane’s onboard systems come from the West. In theory, SCAC could consider Chinese parts, but the People’s Republic produces few appropriate for installation in the Superjet.
The SSJ100 first flew in 2008. Since entering commercial service in 2011, the type has logged more than 300,000 revenue flights lasting 460 hours. As of August 2016, 133 aircraft were in operation with eight airlines, as well as five governmental and business aviation organizations.
Most recently, Aeroflot and UAC signed a preliminary agreement calling for the delivery of 100 Superjets from 2019 to 2026. The September 10 announcement made no mention of whether any of the deliveries would involve the SSJ100R or an all-Russian-content Superjet.
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/air-transport/2018-09-10/sukhoi-uac-planning-superjet-no-western-content[/ltr]
[ltr]Following a series of consultations with authorities, suppliers, and customers, Sukhoi Civil Aircraft (SCAC) and its patron United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) have begun design work on a completely indigenous version of the Sukhoi Superjet regional jet. The companies have undertaken the development within the framework of a broader import substitution program ordered by the Kremlin.[/ltr]
[ltr]
Although SCAC has yet to encounter sanctions-related prohibitions against receiving components made in the U.S. and EU, the tightening Western sanctions on Russia could one day lead to disruption of the established international cooperation on the project. Western content now accounts for between 55 percent and 60 percent of an SSJ100’s unit cost.[/ltr]
So far, the Superjet program has proceeded uninterrupted despite the chill in the relations between Moscow and the West, which started with the civil war in Ukraine in late 2013 and further worsened with the annexation of Crimea in March 2014. Long-term agreements signed before the events remained in force, providing the manufacturer with an unbroken supply chain.[/ltr]
The first serious test the program failed to pass involved the intended shipment of some 40 aircraft to Iranian airlines. At the 2017 Eurasia Airshow in Antalya, Turkey, SCAC signed letters of intent with Iran Airtours and Iran Asman airlines calling for deliveries from 2020 to 2023. At the time SCAC believed that by removing U.S. parts from the factory-standard SSJ100 and replacing them with Russian or European substitutes would remove the aircraft from the regulatory scope of the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). In particular, SCAC reported plans to replace the airplane’s U.S.-made inertial navigation, auxiliary power unit, and cabin interior.[/ltr]
Over the course of the summer, a number of SCAC’s European partners informed the manufacturer that they will not risk losing U.S. market as a result of the White House’s possible retaliation for their non-compliance with President Donald Trump’s new policy toward Tehran.[/ltr]
Having reconsidered the situation, Moscow has decided to proceed with the indigenization of the Superjet to a greater extent than initially planned. After 2021, when SCAC introduces a version of the airplane without U.S. parts known as the SSJ100R, the companyplans to pursue a version devoid of all Western components, according to sources within UAC.[/ltr]
The Thales-integrated avionics package would give way to one from local manufacturer KRET. The airplane’s PowerJet SaM.146 engines would be replaced by the Aviadvigatel PD-9, effectively a scaled version of the PD-14 developed for the Irkut MC-21 narrowbody jetliner. Apart from indigenization, this, coupled with a new composite wing, would reduce fuel burn by between 5 percent and 8 percent.[/ltr]
Nevertheless, creation of a completely indigenous Superjet represents a challenge, given the fact that the majority of the airplane’s onboard systems come from the West. In theory, SCAC could consider Chinese parts, but the People’s Republic produces few appropriate for installation in the Superjet.[/ltr]
Austin on Sun Dec 16, 2018 12:30 pm
Austin on Mon Dec 17, 2018 1:19 pm
Who sabotage the Russian aircraft industry?
https://topcor.ru/3748-kto-sabotiruet-rossijskoe-aviastroenie.html
George1 on Mon Dec 17, 2018 2:26 pm
Prototype of Russia’s new wide-body airliner to cost over $150 mln
First elements of the new aircraft are already being assembled
MOSCOW, December 16. /TASS/. Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) will spend over 10 billion rubles ($150.5 million at the current exchange rate) to build the first experimental Il-96-400M long-range passenger jet, according to a tender posted on the government’s official database.
Manufacturing the plane itself will cost 7.6 billion rubles and should be completed by December 2019. The rest will be spent on preparing detailed engineering drawings of the plane’s avionics and other systems.
The prototype is expected to begin preliminary trials between November 2019 and January 2020. Additional certification tests are due between November 2019 and May 2020.
According to a source in the Voronezh Aviation Plant, first elements of the new aircraft are already being assembled.
The Il-96-400M is a long-range wide-body passenger jet on the basis of the Il-96-300 aircraft. Its planned seating capacity is up to 400 passengers. The aircraft’s serial production is expected to begin in 2020. The new plane will get a new cabin, a longer fuselage and will be equipped with more powerful PS-90A1 engines.
This year, Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation invested 4.5 billion rubles to modernize the Voronezh Aviation Plant’s production lines to produce Il-96-400M.
http://tass.com/economy/1036287
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Rodion_Romanovic on Tue Dec 18, 2018 11:15 am
Austin wrote: [size=38]Who sabotage the Russian aircraft industry?[/size]
I do not fully agree.
It is true that the foreign companies are trying to sabotage Russia, and that Boeing was trying to build a bad designed small passenger aircraft in the plants where Su27 and Su 30 were build, in order to destroy the military production and bankrupt the plants, but these plans were fortunately stopped.
In addition Boeing corrupted a lot of Russian officials and aviation businessman to.stop buying russian planes and so sabotage decent projects like the Tu 204 and the Il 96.
The civil aircraft industry was in disarray in the early 2000.
And unfortunately due to.the lack.of proper maintenance in many of the small airlines in post soviet states, many soviet passenger aircrafts had fatal accidents and this gave a bad reputation to all the russian aviation industry, even if the fault was only due to criminal negligence from the operators and lack of proper spare parts.
The high western content of the superjet helped the aircraft get EASA and FAA certification.
As far as the engine, Russia did not have any engine in that thrust range (there was the D436 from Ivchenko-Progress/Motor Sich, but was an older generation engine and produced only in the Ukraine) and all the problem.with Snecma apart, Russia benefited.from the.cooperation and used also the experience in the.design.of the PD-14 engine.
Now they can substitute most of the foreign components.
They have just certified a modern APU for the superjet, that will replace the american honeywell, Kret can provide modern avionic and navigation systems, replacing those from.Thales and eventually there will be also a modern Russian engine (PD-7 for the superjet 75 and PD-9 for the superjet 100) that could be used also in the modernised beriev Be-200.
The prospects are not bad, unfortunately it takes a lot of time to recover from the mismanagement and crimes of.the nineties. It is not just a matter of assembly and production, the supply chain had to be completely rebuild.
Also Airbus could not.build an aircraft with only French and German parts, they have access to a supply chain divided in many countries. If their access to components manufactures abroad was stopped, they would not be able to produce aircrafts for a long time before finding a suitable replacement for the foreign parts...
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GarryB on Wed Dec 19, 2018 3:16 am
Of course the media makes things worse... when there is a fatal crash most media can't wait to get the message out... media love that sort of thing anyway... but watch the discussion die when it turns out it was a Boeing or an Airbus that crashed...
Pretty much no country on the planet produces all the components to make most things, but western sanctions and pressure means Russia will likely become the exception to that rule and it benefits Russia to control all the components production...
miketheterrible
miketheterrible on Wed Dec 19, 2018 3:20 am
GarryB wrote: Of course the media makes things worse... when there is a fatal crash most media can't wait to get the message out... media love that sort of thing anyway... but watch the discussion die when it turns out it was a Boeing or an Airbus that crashed...
Which is a shame Russia is doing most of it all over again, since Tu-204 was using all Russian made components. Or most of at least.
With the Tu-204SM, it was supposed to be very competitive. But of course, it was dropped due to demand for western based jets - in other words, subsidies and corruption.
I was always adamant that the Russian government set up a state run airline company (there was plans at least couple years ago) where they could have purchased the Tu-204 and other Russian made jets.
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Location : Pindos ave., Pindosville, Pindosylvania, Pindostan
magnumcromagnon on Wed Dec 19, 2018 3:40 am
miketheterrible wrote:
Yeah the very corrupt Boeing lobby in Moskva is to blame for this.
Location : portugal
dino00 on Fri Dec 21, 2018 6:34 pm
Russia's Sukhoi Plans To Sign Deal With Slovenian Adria On Superjet-100 In Early 2019
https://www.urdupoint.com/en/world/russias-sukhoi-plans-to-sign-deal-with-slove-513128.html
Mexico's Interjet Ready To Buy 8 Modernized SSJ100 Jets - Manufacturer
https://www.urdupoint.com/en/world/mexicos-interjet-ready-to-buy-8-modernized-s-513129.html
Russian Aircraft Maker Says Deal In Pipeline For SSJ100 Sale To Thailand
https://www.urdupoint.com/en/world/russian-aircraft-maker-says-deal-in-pipeline-513137.html
George1 on Sat Dec 22, 2018 3:15 pm
Sukhoi Civil Aircraft plans to deliver 28 SSJ-100 aircraft in 2019
GarryB on Sun Dec 23, 2018 2:46 am
One financial support that Boeing uses is military aircraft... used as refuelling jets and other military based models... all custom made and expensive and good income earner for Boeing for purchases and maintenance contracts... it keeps her in the black even during tough times on the civilian market.
Russia should do the same and buy lots of converted civilian airliners to replace older model aircraft like the Il-38, Il-20/22, etc etc.
New platforms could be created using Il-96 and other platforms as well...
Hole on Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:58 am
There are a lot of state-owned airlines, but they belong to republics/regions. The state could either strip them of their control and combine some of them or support them financialy so they could buy more new planes.
Austin on Sun Dec 23, 2018 11:09 am
Sukhoi Civil Aircraft and Irish CityJet may break up cooperation in 2019
I suspect some one had sabotaged Tu-204SM program was a great aircraft to replace A-321 in Russian skies and A-320
Why didnt RUssian government take action ?
Il-114-300
https://www.uacrussia.ru/en/aircraft/lineup/civil/il-114-300/#design-features
Updated website on Il-114-300
I was comparing Tu-204SM with MS-21-300
Full Payload for Tu-204SM is 23T
Full Payload for MS-21-300 is 22.6 T
Full Range with Full Payload for Tu-204SM is 4,200 km http://www.tupolev.ru/en/civil_aviation/tu-204sm
Full Range with Full Payload for MS-21-300 is 6000 km
Roughly payload is same with Tu-204SM carrying 400 kg more Payload but the range difference is a huge 1,800 km !
1,800 km is a huge difference to have shows how effecient new gen engine with 15 % more effeciency can create range difference plus new gen aerodynamics and materials
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Location : Fort Evil, Serbia
PapaDragon on Sun Dec 23, 2018 3:04 pm
Austin wrote: Sukhoi Civil Aircraft and Irish CityJet may break up cooperation in 2019
InterJet also said it will ditch SSJ-100 and now they say they could buy more
Looks like a negotiation tactics to me, SSJ-100 may be politically hot but profit margins are too good to pass up
Mexicans call it "moneymaker" so do the math
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Peninsula Police Blotter: Neighborhood crime log
Sep. 5, 2007 12:00 a.m.
A log of daily events from Peninsula police departments.
Serramonte shoplift spree: Serramonte Center shoplifters were caught Aug. 26 in two stores. At 3:51 p.m., a man was cited for taking $42 worth of women’s accessories from Claire’s Boutique. And at 7:54 p.m. a woman was apprehended stuffing $748 worth of Macy’s clothing into a backpack and was booked into county jail for grand theft.
Running amok: Adult relatives looked on in dismay as a drunken 24-year-old son beat up his mother in their residence at 10:24 p.m. Aug. 26 and then smashed into the front end of the family van. Police located the culprit and booked him into county jail.
Sailed away: Sometime during the last 10 days of August, an unknown thief made off with a Motor Worth 1-FO42110K outboard motor from a boat being stored at Chesapeake and Saginaw drives.
Raid on iPhones: Two smash-and-grab artists struck The Apple Store on Burlingame Avenue at 1:05 p.m. Aug. 28 and made off with at least five of the much-in-demand new iPhones.
Bow-wow, I’m tough: An unattended pit bull was dragging its leash around on the 1200 block of El Camino Real at 11:46 a.m. Aug. 28, approaching bystanders and barking at them.
Well-oiled: Some unknown slob spilled a container of waste oil onto a driveway and sidewalk on the 200 block of Louise Lane at Aug. 26, and a resident called police at 9:28 p.m. to report the hazard.
Love graffiti: A vandal described as a “crazy ex-husband” was accused of spray painting personal graffiti messages on the side of his former wife’s building sometime overnight on Aug. 25.
Backseat lust: An observant neighbor phoned in a police report that two teens were apparently having sunset sex in a white sedan on the 800 block of Viewridge Drive at 6:09 p.m. Aug. 24 after having first liquored themselves up.
SFPD probing murders from bloody holiday weekend
Caltrain back on time after fatal accident
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Is the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) a Common Feature of Our Culture?
by Shine Through You - March 19, 2018
Somehow due to a lapse of judgement I ended up watching Song to Song on a Friday night. I can't call myself a fan of Terrance Malick's work, but I did watch The Tree of Life a few years ago and enjoyed its ease, so I decided to give the star-studded Song to Song a go.
The questionable play with camera lenses and lack of comprehensible plot aside, the movie centres on the entangled lives of four polarizing individuals in the music industry and their relationships, starring Ryan Gosling, Michael Fassbender, Rooney Mara and Natalie Portman among a few other famous names. I found Faye, portrayed by Rooney Mara, the most compelling narrator of the ensemble and followed her journey through youth, life and relationships.
She's young, experiences-driven, living life to the fullest in her search to discover what love really means, and what happiness feels like. Her life turns into a string of messy and complicated experiences that are somehow normal in our youthful journey of finding ourselves. Yet we inevitably end up hurting someone in this process and most often this includes ourselves. Faye is "running around trying to be somebody..." like most of us figuring out adulthood, we're running between one thing and another, always on the lookout for the next experience, forgetting to pause for a moment.
Her travels through moments and people are more or less guided by her fear of choosing, deciding and committing. She doesn't feel the need to - she's young and very much freedom-loving, she doesn't want to live with the clinging awareness that she could be missing out on something that is better than what she experiences now.
To Faye, life is not enough if she doesn't grab it and fill herself with it, afraid to miss out she often makes rushed, often regrettable decisions and felt the pain of the consequences. Always sensation-seeking in order to feel more and have more, she ends up in a spiral of lies and emotions that left her more confused than ever, causing her to doubt herself as a person. "I am not who I thought I was. Am I a good person? Do I want to be?" she asks herself near the end of the movie. A question many of us have asked ourselves at least once in our lives.
Is the fear of missing out (FOMO) a real phenomenon or is it reinforced by our culture? Do we feel afraid that we won't feel alive if we don't dive into every experience presented to us? I can't help, but wonder - is it the fear of missing out or is it the fear of regret that we won't be able to sample everything that life has to offer? Can you truly miss out on something you don't really have and you don't really know?
Have you ever felt the fear of missing out? What does living life to the fullest mean to you? Feel free to share your thoughts with us - we'd love to hear from you!
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House members vote to bar spouses from campaign jobs
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WASHINGTON (AP) ” Spouses don’t belong on campaign payrolls, the House says, voting to end a practice that for years has benefited some members of Congress, including a half-dozen Californians.
Monday’s action follows controversies in which lawmakers added many thousands of dollars to their family incomes by hiring relatives for campaign tasks, even if their qualifications were not always apparent.
One of the most prominent controversies surrounded GOP Rep. John Doolittle of Northern California, who canceled the payments to his wife, Julie, after coming dangerously close to losing re-election last November.
The practice “has shown the potential to foster corruption,” said Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff of Pasadena, Calif., chief sponsor of the measure that was approved by voice vote after little debate.
The bill would bar a federal candidate’s spouse from being paid by the candidate’s campaign or leadership political action committee. The ban also would apply to companies or firms in which the spouse is an officer or director.
Campaign or PAC payments made to other immediate members of the candidate’s family would have to be disclosed.
The bill was backed by several watchdog groups, including Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington. In a recent report, the liberal organization found about five dozen current House members spent $5.1 million in campaign funds to pay relatives ” or relatives’ companies or employers” in the past six years.
Melanie Sloan, executive director of CREW, praised the House action but conceded the bill’s prospects in the Senate are “probably very poor” because Senate rules make it easy to block measures that lack widespread support. Few lawmakers in either chamber will criticize the legislation openly, but some say privately it is unnecessary.
Schiff said some of his House colleagues “aren’t enthusiastic about the change. But I think there’s a grudging recognition that the institution has a real credibility problem.”
Sloan said such legislation is likely to pass eventually because “there will be more abuses, and the abuses will come to light.”
Numerous House and Senate members say their spouses, children or other close relatives do valuable campaign work that should be compensated. But some arrangements have raised eyebrows in recent years and become campaign issues in few cases.
Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, R-Texas, controlled a PAC that paid his wife and daughter several hundred thousand dollars in consulting fees and expenses over several years.
Doolittle drew criticism last year by using his wife as his main fundraiser and paying her a 15 percent commission on donations she brought in rather than the flat fee often charged by fundraisers.
Schiff said in an interview, “Without singling out specific members, the fact that some members were paying their spouses on a commission I think really struck most of us as completely inappropriate and an inherent conflict of interest.”
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Transform your Vertical vibration test system into a multi-axis vibration test system with vertical + pitch&roll
Up until today, vertical vibration systems had been one of the most widespread tools for packages. However, nowadays regulations are getting more stringent and require more thorough tests that reproduce all kinds of motions. It is for this reason that current machines are adapting their mechanisms to also simulate pitch and roll in package means of transport. For this purpose, there are modules such as Safe Load’s pitch&roll module, which can be adapted to vertical vibration systems so that, in addition to performing vertical motions, they perform others that imitate the pitching and rolling of freight transport such a multi-axis vibration test system.
What benefits does a company obtain by having a multi-axis vibration test system with vertical + pitch&roll?
During transport, goods experience many types of efforts that may affect their contents and their integrity. Some of the most common effects suffered by goods during transport are the following:
Loading and unloading of the goods.
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Therefore, for the companies it is very important in order to be able to predict a load’s behavior during transport, thereby guaranteeing the arrival of the goods in perfect conditions, which is why for years now, the packaging has been subjected to various simulation tests that predict these kinds of problems.
The ISTA association is tasked with establishing the main testing protocols in that regard, and it expects to update its procedures soon in order to include pitch & roll motions into their transportation simulation standards. This is why it is advisable for companies to update their machinery in this regard, so as to be able to have systems that, in addition to performing the vertical vibration, also contemplate the pitch and roll of transportation methods.
There are currently two solutions on the market in this regard: the one by Safe Load TT, who designed and patented the first vertical + pitch & roll vibration system in 2012, and that of Lansmont, who created its own solution in 2017. Both multi-axis vibration systems have three degrees of freedom, being the solutions that come the closest to real conditions.
“Safe Load TT designed and patented the first vertical + pitch & roll vibration system in 2012”
Even though the solutions on the market have a steep price, Safe Load TT has worked hard to attain a great balance between cost, quality and performance (cost-effective) with its vertical vibration + pitch & roll system. However, at Safe Load TT we are still aware of the expense involved in investing on a full machine, and given that most laboratories already have vertical vibration tables, we have worked on an intermediate solution that allows the existing technology to be taken advantage of.
During the last year, Safe Load TT has developed an independent Pitch & roll module that can be coupled with any vertical vibration table by any manufacturer. This module can be mounted and dismounted on the existing vertical vibration table in less than an hour, which implies a significant time optimization. In this way, you can still use the vertical vibration table, which can be transformed into a vertical + pitch & roll vibration system when required and work as a multi-axis vibration tester.
Safe Load TT has also worked on its design to prevent cargo capacity from being lost. To this end, the shock absorbers of the existing table (if any) are modified, or Air Spring shock absorbers are added, which enable the pitch & roll module to be added without decreasing the test load capacity. Furthermore, Safe Load TT tries to be as least invasive as possible on the existing equipment, since the module has its own hydraulic central and independent controls.
Safe Load’s pitch&roll module technical specifications
innWave, Safe Load’s pitch&roll module that turns a vertical vibration system into a multi-axis vibration test system with vertical + pitch & roll. It is an independent servo hydraulic vibration unit that performs pitch and roll simulation motions by coupling with a vertical vibration system, and has the following technical specifications:
P&R Rotation ± 5⁰.
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1-G air dumpers for supporting static loads.
Three testing table sizes available: 800×800, 1000×1000, 1500×1500 mm.
Can reproduce the PSD recorder (innRecord).
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Control software developed by Real Vibrations, standalone and user-friendly.
Furthermore, Safe Load TT’s pitch & roll module offers the following advantages to companies that have the system:
It is cheaper than acquiring a complete vertical + pitch&roll system.
Does not require an extra base or seismic mass.
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Has an independent HPU.
Its design can be customized to fit any machine.
Offers a simulation that is much closer to reality
Can reproduce the PSD recorder
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McConnell says Congress in ‘holding pattern’ on gun control
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., joined at left by Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., arrives to speak to reporters during a news conference at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
By MATTHEW DALYAssociated Press
Six weeks after a pair of mass shootings killed more than 30 people, Congress remains “in a holding pattern” on gun control as lawmakers await proposals from the White House, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said.
While President Donald Trump has said he would veto a House-passed bill to expand background checks for gun purchases, McConnell said Tuesday he is hopeful there are other gun-related proposals that Congress can approve and Trump can support.
“I still await guidance from the White House as to what (Trump) thinks he’s comfortable signing,” the Kentucky Republican told reporters. “If and when that happens, then we’ll have a real possibility of actually changing the law and hopefully making some progress.”
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said McConnell and Trump were blocking meaningful action on gun violence, adding, “This is the moment for the president to do something different and courageous.”
The New York Democrat said he wonders whether Trump will “rise to the occasion, or will he squander this opportunity as he always has done in the past?”
Schumer and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi warned Trump on Sunday that any proposal on gun control must include the House-passed bill to expand background checks. Pelosi and Schumer spoke with Trump by phone and said they made it clear any proposal that does not include the House legislation “will not get the job done” because dangerous loopholes will be left open.
Schumer said Tuesday he was “not encouraged by what the president said” but remained committed to pushing for stricter gun control measures. Senate Democrats planned to speak for hours on the Senate floor to urge passage of background checks and other measures in the wake of mass shootings in Texas and Ohio last month that left dozens of people dead.
Trump and White House aides have discussed a number of gun control measures with members of Congress, including steps to go after fraudulent buyers, notify state and local law enforcement when a potential buyer fails a background check, issue state-level emergency risk protection orders, boost mental health assistance and speed up executions for those found guilty of committing mass shootings.
Trump hopes to reveal something on gun control to the American public “very soon,” White House spokesman Hogan Gidley said Tuesday. The White House expects the gun proposal later this week or early next week, according to a person familiar with the administration’s thinking.
Attorney General William Barr and White House legislative affairs director Eric Ueland met with GOP senators Tuesday to talk about a path forward. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said background checks remained under discussion, but it was not clear whether progress was being made.
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, said background checks did not come up during a lunch meeting Tuesday between Senate Republicans and Vice President Mike Pence.
Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., cautioned against overinterpreting the relative silence by the White House. “My guess is they’re still vetting ideas, proposals and kind of putting together their plan,” he said.
Sen. Joe Manchin, a West Virginia Democrat who has helped lead a bipartisan push to expand background checks, said he had not spoken to Trump since late last week. Manchin said he considers a proposal he is offering with Pennsylvania Republican Sen. Pat Toomey a starting point for legislative action.
“You can’t water it down because that’s the bedrock,” Manchin said, adding that senators and the White House haven’t agreed on anything yet. “We’re just going to see where it goes,” he said.
Associated Press writers Lisa Mascaro, Zeke Miller and Alan Fram contributed to this report.
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Carlisle Buried Baby Case: No jail time for Brooke Skylar Richardson
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Brooke Trial Richardson is sentenced after being convicted of abuse of a corpse.
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By Lauren Pack
Brooke Skylar Richardson will not spend any time in jail after being sentenced for gross abuse of a corpse.
She has been sentenced to three years of community control.
She could spend up to 12 months in prison, if she violates conditions of her community control, according to the ruling by Judge Donald Oda II on Friday morning.
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Richardson was convicted by a jury on Thursday of gross abuse of a corpse in the death of her baby girl on May 7, 2017. Richardson had the baby in secret and buried her in the backyard of her Carlisle home.
She was acquitted on charges of aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, and child endangering, and the Warren County prosecutor said that was most likely because the prosecution couldn’t produce a cause of death of the baby.
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Before the sentencing, multiple people gave statements.
Tracy Johnson, the baby’s paternal grandmother and mother of the baby’s father, Trey Johnson, said the family has suffered pain in the more than two years since the incident.
“Her selfish decision was not her only choice,” Tracy Johnson said. “She had a way out.”
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Brooke Richardson spoke before her sentencing. She said she can be selfish, and she knew she hurt many people.
“I’m forever sorry,” she said.
Richardson’s attorneys said she was down to 89 pounds because of an eating disorder, and she has lost hair. Her father, Scott, asked the judge to get her home as soon as possible so they can take care of her.
“We’re concerned for her health,” Scott Richardson said.
Before imposing his sentence, Oda said the case shows “how precious life is.” He said he knows “in his heart” that if Richardson had made other decisions, the baby would be alive.
He called Richardson’s actions a “grotesque disregard for life.”
Oda released the baby’s remains to the Richardson family after Scott Richardson told the judge they would be buried respectfully and that Johnson’s family would be able to pay their respects. Attorneys said the family already has a burial plot secured.
The remains will be given to the Richardsons within seven days.
UPDATE @ 11: a.m.:
Sentencing is underway for Brooke Skylar Richardson after a jury convicted her Thursday of abuse of a corpse in the death of her baby.
Defense attorneys and Richardson’s family members arrived in the courtroom shortly before 11 a.m.
We’ll continue to update this story as details are released in court.
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Brooke Skylar Richardson will be sentenced this morning after being convicted of abuse of a corpse in the death of her baby in May 2017.
But Richardson avoided convictions on the more serious charges of aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, and child endangering.
The abuse of corpse charge is a fifth-degree felony. She could be sentenced to a maximum of six months in jail, although defense attorneys Charles H. and Charles M. Rittgers are hopeful she will not spend any time incarcerated.
Her bond was revoked until sentencing at 11 a.m. today, and she was held for the night in the Warren County Jail.
Richardson was accused by prosecutors of concealing her unwanted pregnancy, having her baby in secret and burying her in the backyard. The defense agreed Richardson had the baby in secret and buried her, but they said the baby was stillborn, and they fought hard against contentions she also burned the baby.
While taking to local and national media in the lobby of the county justice center, the Rittgers team took the prosecution to task for the degree of charges against Richardson and the use of evidence later recanted by the coroner’s office that the remains were charred.
“This (case) was well overcharged from the get-go, and it was so juicy for the government to think that, ‘Oh, not only did she murder her baby but she burned her baby,’ which tainted the whole jury pool, which is exactly what we were afraid of,” Rittgers Sr. said. “Ever since her indictment and ever since that news conference, we thought we were in a hole.”
Warren County prosecutor David Fornshell said after the verdicts that he “gets” why the jury came to the verdict it did, but Richardson’s statements, along with her actions before and after the birth, were evidence of a homicide that some jurors may believe. But even those jury members must not have been certain beyond a reasonable doubt, he said.
Fornshell said Richardson buried her baby so that evidence could not be taken from the body during scientific examination.
“She accomplished what she intended to do,” he said.
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There are a lot of opinions, even in the prosecutor’s office, about how the baby died, Fornshell said.
“But, factually, because she buried the baby and it was in the ground for months, there is no proof,” he said.
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there are few things as exciting as APR scores.
Earlier this week, the NCAA released their APR scores. Normally, this isn’t that big of a deal and to be truthful, it’s really not that big of a deal this year, but there were a couple of things that were a bit worrisome. And maybe worrisome is a bad way to put it, maybe just someting to keep on your radar. To catch everyone up, APR is basically a score that shows how well you are graduating players or that the players that transfer end up or are on track to graduate. A score of 930 essentially means a 50% graduation rate. Your four year average must be above 930 in order to be eligible for post-season play and if it falls below 930, your program could receive sanctions. A perfect score is 1,000.
The football and basketball team had an APR score of 923 this past year, which is not good. However, what this means is that it’s not the past year that’s important, you must have a four year average above 930, so the 923 goes into the mix with 3 other scores to get the four year average. This is the football program’s past five years, which essentially means that they are throwing off an old bad score, a 923 in 2012-13, and replacing with a new 923 in 2016-17. The program will need to have a pretty good year in 2017-18 because they’ll lose the 956 after this year, but they do have two other decent scores above 930.
2016-17: 923
Men’s basketball is somewhat doing the same thing. They are throwing off a bad score of 913 in 2012-13 with a slightly better score of 923 in 2016-17. Next year, the program will not have that 1,000 perfect score from 2013-14, which means that next year will have two very poor scores in 923 and 913, and so that means that the 2017-18 score will need to be pretty good. The average of the three current scores of 923, 946, and 917 is 928.67, so it needs to be really good. And I would guess that it is good since I think Texas Tech has 5 graduating seniors and a player that left early in Zhaire Smith. Again, it’s not if the player is graduating, but on track to graduate (i.e. doing their school work).
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S-F COVID-19 diary: The tragedy of the response to the tragedy
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Apr 10, 2020 • April 10, 2020 • 4 minute read
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attends a news conference at Rideau Cottage, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada April 9, 2020. Photo by REUTERS/Blair Gable
Dear COVID-19 Diary,
I’ve always loved this story from many decades ago, when U.S. President Richard Nixon was opening up relations with China.
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So Nixon is talking history with Premier Zhou Enlai and he asks him what he thinks of the French revolution.
Zhou Enlai pauses briefly, then says “it is too soon to tell.”
Now according to revisionist history, the exchange is at least slightly apocryphal – apparently a low-rent translator butchered things – but I still love it.
It’s one reason why I’m very hesitant to offer “hot takes” on Facebook or Twitter. However, if I’m still kicking in 2165, be sure to check out my e-blast which will include some thoughts on Watergate.
How will history view our current mess?
We’re living it, and it’s awful, on several levels. Obviously, all of the death and sickness is terrible, for victims and families. It’s a scary, anxious, confusing and uncertain time for all of us, including everyone who’s lost a job or is about to lose one, or have had their business collapse.
We’re living in virtual lockdown and there will be victims in that too – experts in mental health and domestic violence fields are already sounding alarms.
These are necessary measures to flatten the curve of infections, but it’s also a giant social experiment, rarely tried before and one that could quickly go awry.
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We need some hope.
But instead of that, the goalposts seem to be moving. These strict measures were put in place, we were first told, to flatten the curve and not overwhelm the health-care system with patients all at once. The system here and in most of the U.S. has not been overwhelmed. Distancing is working, and/or the models were way off – we’ll probably never truly know the full answer.
But now a lot of the measures seem to be tied to the development of a vaccine, and granted, our prime minister is in a tough spot – this is a complicated problem with many considerations. He was pretty vague Thursday in saying our former normal might not return for a year to 18 months; at the very least, he and the chief public health officer suggested heavy restrictions will be in place for the summer.
Again, we need some hope, but what I got from the PM was hardly a Churchillian address. It was a sombre, “hey, I know that hundreds of thousands of you out there lost your jobs and are suffering, but you’re doing great, hang in there, we’ve got three weeks in already and maybe dozens more, maybe 100 more, who knows, but we’ll re-evaluate at some point, and remember, we can do this before unemployment reaches 80 per cent!”
Yeah, we could be indoors or at least physically distancing for the summer – the summer of 2021. Or not, as his Friday comments seemed to walk back that Thursday estimate.
Surely the PM knows a year is the optimistic estimate for a vaccine, that it would be some kind of laboratory-speed record/miracle.
Look, a two-year-old forlornly looking out the window at an empty playground could tell you that this shutdown won’t be sustainable too much longer. Cracks are already showing.
And in a matter of weeks, the heat and sunshine will arrive and in huge numbers we will yearn to be outdoors. Just to the south of us, the U.S. likely will be opening its country up. The number of deaths and new infections could be decreasing (that second wave, though), while our economic disaster would be
Diary, I will continue to adhere to every rule and regulation – including not setting a foot or one of Panzer’s paws into Lamoureux Park during our nightly walks – that’s in place, until, hopefully very soon, we can slowly, carefully, begin to reopen our country. I refuse to cede the moral high ground to those who support a longer-term shutdown. I will never side with the inside-the-box thinking of those who say “we have to keep doing this for as long as it takes!’’
I will instead point to things such as the targeted quarantine of the elderly and vulnerable.
How will history look at this crisis 100 years from now?
Again, I’m not downplaying the unfolding health tragedy, but I believe history will tell future generations that political leaders and medical bureaucrats on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border – many of whom barely a month earlier were saying the COVID-19 risk was low here – over-reacted in the face of media hysteria and fear, taking some good actions, but also unleashing one of the great economic and societal tragedies of the 21st century.
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If you’re looking for a board game to play at a party, there are many great choices. There is a whole world of games that fall between charades and drinking games. Party games are a great way to enjoy your time with your friends.
We have some great games on this list for you to explore, but our top pick is Codenames. It’s a team word game that is fast becoming a classic game to play at parties.
Best Game with Foam Gun
Cash and Guns
This team word game relies on using one-word clues to correctly find the codenames of your friendly spies; just watch out for the assassin who's in the mix.
A fun bluffing game that lets you pretend to be in an old-timey Western standoff with up to 8 of your friends.
A fun interview game, where you have to sell the most ridiculous qualifications to land as many jobs as possible.
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Best Overall – Codenames
Best Game with Foam Gun – Cash and Guns
Budget Option – Funemployed
Best Game with Expansions – SpaceTeam
Best Fast Talking Game – Articulate
Best Trivia Game – Wits and Wagers
Best Silly Acting Game – On A Scale Of One To T-Rex
Best Song Game – Spontuneous
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Codenames pits two teams against each other. It works best with 6 players, but you can play in different combinations. It’s easy to learn but really makes you think as you play.
Each team nominates one player to be the spymaster, and the rest are the guessers. The board is made by laying out a grid of cards with words on them. The spymasters know which words are the code names for each team’s spies and the assassin. Using one-word clues, they need to guide their team to find their spies. The first team to locate all their spies wins. However, if you turn over the assassin, it’s game over.
Because it’s so simple to understand the rules, it has proved to be a top-rated party game. However, you should be aware that this is not a fast-paced game. There are periods of downtime while everyone thinks. This makes it a nice gentle game to play as a group. Every player doesn’t have to remain 100% focussed at all times.
There are a few variations of the game which offer some different play experiences. There is a cooperative version where the players play against the game to get the highest score possible. There is also a picture version where the words on the cards are replaced with pictures and symbols.
Cash and Guns did so well the first time that it was released that this is now its second version. In this bluffing game, you and your friends point foam guns at each other as you fight to get the biggest share of the loot.
The game is played in 8 rounds. You and your ‘teammates’ have just completed a bank robbery, but now comes the hard part, dividing the loot. Each round, you have to point your gun at someone, only you know if you have a blank or one of your live rounds inside. So, the bluffing begins. If you’re worried about taking too much damage, you can back out. You won’t get a cut, but you can keep your bullet and not incur any wounds.
This is a very social game, but unlike in other social games, the mechanic ensures everyone gets involved. Because everyone has to point their gun at someone in every round, no one can take a back seat. This game will get intense fast.
You will make enemies as you play. It’s the nature of the game. It is fun, but you do need to play with the right group of people. If you have a friend who tends to hold a grudge, you might want to give it a miss.
This is a great lightweight social game. It’s a whole lot of fun to play.
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Funemployed is a great game for playing with groups. You can play with pretty much any number of people. Three is the minimum. Around 6 players are probably the optimal number.
In this game, you take turns as the employer. You draw a job from the deck, and the other players have to explain how their cards’ characteristics make them best suited for the job. For example, you might need to explain why owning a Delorian makes you the best candidate for a job as an astronaut.
If you have tried Cards Against Humanity and liked it then, this should be a good fit. The most significant difference is that you get a lot more freedom to find your own humor with Funemployed. Cards Against Humanity gives you punchlines, here you get to find your own.
This is a game that encourages you to talk and get creative. It’s a fun pick for a party game. Even if you aren’t playing, you can be part of the fun listening as the silliness and creativity unfold.
Best Game with Expansions
Race to repair your spaceship before the time runs out in this quick game that will have you shouting at your friend to decontaminate the chronal stabilizers.
SpaceTeam is a fun card game for 3 – 6 players. You are racing against time to repair your ship before you get sucked into a black hole. You fix your ship by collecting the cards from your teammates who are also trying to do the same thing simultaneously.
If you are playing with a bigger group, there are two expansion packs to choose from, which lets you add an extra three players each: Triangulum and NSFS.
Games take no more than 5 minutes, so they are quick and fun. The time pressure will get everyone’s blood pumping. It’s a great ice breaker for a party.
This easy to learn, quick to play board game is the perfect way to lift the mood at any party. To win, you all need to work together. The team play combined with silly words is just plain fun.
Best Fast Talking Game
This is a fast-talking guessing game for up to four teams.
Articulate is a great game for large groups. You can split into four teams of pretty much any size. The minimum number of players is four, although, for a fun game, 6 is a better number.
Each team member takes a turn to pull cards from the deck. Depending on their position on the board, they describe a word on the card. Their team has to guess the word from their description. The number of words they get right in 30 seconds is the number of spaces they move around the board.
It’s a fun game, and the descriptions can get a little desperate as the seconds tick away. Because of the time limit, the turns go quickly so the game keeps on moving. Even though teams take it in turns, it’s fun watching the other groups guess, so the downtime between your goes is entertaining.
Best Trivia Game
Wits and Wagers
A trivia game where you can win even if your answer was wrong, just make sure to bet on the right answer.
Wits and Wagers is a trivia game that anyone can play. The questions are fun and the kind anyone can have a guess. For example – “How many pizza slices does the average American eat in a day?”.
Each player writes down their answers. But that’s not the end. You then use your poker chips to bet on the answer you think is the best. You’ll get points if your answer was right and even more if you bet on the correct answer. So you can win without getting a single answer right.
This is a fun game that’s easy to learn. It works with a minimum of 3 players. If you play in teams, it can easily support 20+ players while still being fun.
It’s the best board game for trivia lovers who don’t know any trivia!
Best Silly Acting Game
On A Scale Of One To T-Rex
On A Scale Of One To T-Rex is a charades-like game. The difference is that every player is acting out their activities simultaneously, so no-one feels put on the spot.
Each player takes two cards. One describes an action, and the other is an intensity level. Actions include drinking tea or acting like a T-rex. What matters is the intensity level. You need to find the other player who has the same intensity level as you.
This is a great board game for anyone who likes charades but is terrible at it. Everyone knows what you’re doing. You’re just guessing about the intensity. It is a simple, fun, and silly game.
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Up to 8 players can join in, and it takes no more than 15 minutes to play all the way through.
Best Song Game
Spontuneous
A game about remembering lyrics to songs, perfect for music lovers, no singing ability required.
Spontuneous is an excellent game for anyone who loves music. Each player picks a ‘trigger word.’ The aim is to be the first to call out at least five words from a song with the trigger word. You don’t need to know the song name or artist, and you don’t even have to sing it.
It’s a great game for people who get lyrics stuck in their head all the time. It doesn’t matter what the song is at all. You can use anything – nursery rhymes, jingles, carols, pop songs everything is fair game.
The first person to call out their lyrics gets to move forward. The aim is to be the first player around the board. Along the way, there are extra-musical challenges that can send you ahead or set you back.
With a timer involved, play never drags. You’ll be amazed to discover just how many songs you know.
Unless your party is primarily focused on playing party board games, then it’s a good idea to opt for games that have shorter playtimes. I’m saying this not because long games are bad, but because there is often a ‘hump’ that people have to get over before they agree to play a game. A short playtime can make it easier to get people to yes.
The other bonus of a short playtime at a party is that you can play multiple rounds. This can allow more people to jump in and out of the game as they want.
Party games should be easy to learn. It shouldn’t take more than 5 minutes to explain the rules. If, after 5 minutes, most of the players aren’t ready to give the game a go, then you’re going to be struggling to get the game off the ground.
Fear of not knowing what to do is one of the biggest obstacles for adults to get over when playing games in a social setting. If you can reassure them that the game is easy to learn, then you’ll have more people interested in playing.
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You want to try and find a game that will match the number of players at your party. It doesn’t mean everyone has to be able to play, but a two-player game is not going to be a good fit. If you can try to find games that accommodate more players, you don’t have to exclude people from the game.
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If your party is quite large, you might be better looking for games that can be played in teams. These can be a good way to get more people involved and allow players to flow in and out a little during the game.
Playing in a team can also offer reassurance to anyone nervous about playing a party game. If your party is small and intimate, then the best party game might be based on individual play. Teams of two people can be unenjoyable for many team games.
When some people at a party start to play a game, it will often attract attention. This can become a source of entertainment, not only for the folks playing the game but for everyone else. As a result, some of the best party games have high entertainment value for those watching, not just the players.
When choosing a board game for adults, you need to think about the personalities of the players. You may want to play an energetic, silly game that involves being loud and acting things out. If you are in a room of introverts, no one will feel comfortable being the one player everyone is looking at.
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You need to know your audience and find something that will work for them. You can always work up to more performative games or save them for when people are feeling safe and open.
What makes a good party board game?
The best board games at parties are the ones that build a social and fun atmosphere. Games that encourage talking are great for a party. A good party game can be fun for people playing as well as people watching. It should make everyone feel welcome and included.
A fast-paced game can be a good party game. They can match the lively atmosphere of a party well. Any fun game can be a good party game.
Are party board games popular for adults?
Board games, in general, are becoming much more popular for adults. A party is an ideal situation to try out board games.
What is the best board game for adults to play at a party?
The best board game is going to depend on the situation. You want to find a game that suits the number of people at the party, their comfort level, and the type of party it is.
If your friends are new to party board games, you might want to start with a short game that doesn’t put anyone on the spot and is easy to learn. Talkative and loud groups might enjoy fast-paced talking or shouting games. Quieter friends might enjoy playing a social deduction or strategy game instead.
The best game is the one that fits your party’s dynamic the best.
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The boxy, upright shape must be the most efficient for going to remote places, because all the great off-roaders share it. The Toyota is a little more butch than most, with a wide stance and snub-nosed attitude that suggests a stubborn resilience. In fact, that describes the Toyota perfectly, since it's as reliable as a mountain goat and just as sure-footed. The traditional gray paint is a slight change from the original light yellow, and it gives the Cruiser that off-road vibe that you see in the National Geographic films. Repainted about 18 months ago, it looks quite good and the bodywork is very straight, suggesting that this FJ hasn't been abused or neglected. The doors and top fit quite well, sealing it up for inclement weather and making it practical for everyday use. The grille is iconic and still echoes in today's FJ Cruiser, flanked by a ... Please ask for the full description.
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The boxy, upright shape must be the most efficient for going to remote places, because all the great off-roaders share it. The Toyota is a little more butch than most, with a wide stance and snub-nosed attitude that suggests a stubborn resilience. In fact, that describes the Toyota perfectly, since it's as reliable as a mountain goat and just as sure-footed. The traditional gray paint is a slight change from the original light yellow, and it gives the Cruiser that off-road vibe that you see in the National Geographic films. Repainted about 18 months ago, it looks quite good and the bodywork is very straight, suggesting that this FJ hasn't been abused or neglected. The doors and top fit quite well, sealing it up for inclement weather and making it practical for everyday use. The grille is iconic and still echoes in today's FJ Cruiser, flanked by a set of simple flat fenders and a hood that uses spring-loaded hooks to hold it in place. Glass, rubber, and the heavy-duty bumpers are in great shape and it offers some serious hardware like the Warn winch up front, which has never been used but looks suitably butch.
That no-nonsense theme continues inside where basic black is the dominant color, offering a pair of buckets up front and enough cargo room to move your brother out of his apartment. The seat covers are new and duplicate the original pleated patterns, but the rest is spartan, showing off exposed hardware on the door panels and a rubber floor mat designed to be hosed off after an afternoon of fun in the dirt. The dash looks busy, but the controls are simple to use and easy to find without looking, which was entirely the point, and as a late Land Cruiser, it's got a few more comfort and convenience items, including under-dash A/C and a powerful Pioneer AM/FM/iPod radio stashed in the center console. Twin fold-away seats offer extra seating in a pinch and the twin shift levers manage the off-road system and 4-speed gearbox. Someone obviously spent a lot of time restoring this one to factory specs, and it looks awesome.
Power comes from a correct 4.2 liter inline-six, which soldiered on in one form or another for more than two decades. Reliable, torquey, and surprisingly smooth, it was the powerplant of choice when your mechanic was also a goat herder in the desert. Rebuilt about three years ago and detailed with factory-correct finishes, plus a Weber carburetor, it looks, sounds, and feels just like it might have in 1981. The chassis is equally nice, showing evidence of freshened mechanical bits, new springs, heavy-duty shocks, and a correct exhaust system. All the work was done by the pros at 4x4 Happy Tails and Overbuilt Customs, so you know it's right, and thanks to a lifetime in Texas before moving to Florida, it has not been ravaged by the elements. Big 33x12.50-15 BFGoodrich Mud Terrain radials are wrapped around new wheels which have just the right combination of appearance and durability.
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The captain of Barcelona, and central midfielder for Spain, Iniesta came through the Barcelona youth academy and impressed at a very early age making a first team debut at 18 in 2002. Widely acknowledged as one of the greatest midfielders in his time, he was an integral part of Barcelona's historic 6 trophies in 2009. He helped Spain win Euro 2008, and was selected as a key part to their winning of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Consistently playing astonishing football with his skill to make the hardest of passes and plays look effortless. Which lead to why he was named the World's best playmaker in 2012, and 2013 by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics.
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Written by Scott Koegler
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As other organizations face a rough time due to coronavirus pandemic, Amazon seems to be having a good time. The company just reported the best ever quarter, meaning the company is making profits and is gaining more power with time. Despite the losses that have reduced traffic in malls for quite some time, customers seem to be shifting their attention to online shopping. And then the coronavirus hit. As it appears, Amazon might soon take over spaces of bankrupt retailers who are struggling with the coronavirus pandemic and other issues.
The e-commerce giant has begun talks with Simon Property Group to turn its anchor stores into Amazon’s distribution hubs, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. With Simon Property Group being the largest owner of the shopping malls, the Bezos led company will expand its reach to many regions in the US if the talks are successful. The stores will allow Amazon to quickly fulfill their online orders, which will further increase their profits as people shift their shopping activities online.
As part of the deal, the agreement between the e-commerce giant and the tenants could see the former taking over the department stores that were previously owned by JCPenney and Sears. The two have filed for bankruptcy and have closed dozens of their stores over the past few months. Simon Property Group is trying its best to acquire JC Penny, a move that, if successful, would grant it substantial control over the way these spaces will be used in the future, according to WSJ. The mall owner already has in its control 63 JC Penny and 11 Sears stores meaning they are in a better position to acquire the rest compared to other players.
As Simon Property Group, the biggest mall owner in the US with a total of 204 properties, continues struggling with the closures of their retail stores that occurred even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the offer by Amazon might be the light at the end of the tunnel for the mall owner. The closures of shopping malls have been occasioned by the preference of online shopping to brick-and-mortar retail stores by the customers. The pandemic acted as a catalyst to fast change, that worsened the situation.
For other mall tenants that are sharing space with Amazon, the move might appear like an insult and will cost them the foot traffic that they rely on for sales. This will, however, depend on the amount of space that Amazon wants. The deal will be beneficial to Amazon as it will give it well-located warehouse spaces around the US. It will allow the online retailer to reduce the delivery times on shipments and, in return, increase customer satisfaction. The idea behind this is to shorten the distance between the customers and warehouses.
Even if the deal gets done, the change from retails to warehouses will not be achieved overnight. It will not be as simple as Amazon getting the space and moving in immediately. Instead, many things must be done in converting the premise from retail to a fulfillment store. That is not easy or cheap. On the other hand, landlords will likely prefer tenants that will bring in new customers to their locations, such as stores and gyms. Unlike retail stores and gyms, which will increase activity around the premise and bring potential customers, Amazon fulfillment centers will not draw customers for business around the location. These centers will not attract other people apart from their employees. However, the coronavirus pandemic, that has reduced the revenues among the landlords, will likely change their thoughts, and Simon Property Group might accept the offer.
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Watch Your Waste: Sutherland Shire Residents Urged to Consider Rubbish Disposal Methods
By Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire Council is calling on residents to take the time to correctly sort and dispose of household waste after recent incidents of Council waste trucks catching fire due to rubbish contaminated with hazardous waste.
Sutherland Shire Mayor, Councillor Steve Simpson said he encourages all residents to take caution and consider which household items were appropriate to be disposed of in residential bins and which should be disposed of via one of Council’s regular chemical clean-ups or a pre-booked clean-up collection
“It’s deeply concerning that our hardworking Council staff have been put at risk through householders not taking enough care to correctly dispose of hazardous waste,” Mayor Simpson said.
“Fortunately, in these instances, no injuries have occurred to either our staff or members of the public, but Council waste trucks have been significantly and unnecessarily damaged as a direct result of the carelessness of some members of the community.
“We want to ensure the safety of all staff and residents and these dangerous situations can be easily avoided if we all take the initiative to consider how best to dispose of our waste.”
A range of common household waste items are considered hazardous and not suitable for collection, particularly those containing toxic chemicals and materials that may catch fire in Council waste trucks.
“Not only can these incidents cause serious risk for Council staff, residents and the environment, but there is a substantial cost to ratepayers when waste trucks are damaged in this manner,” Mayor Simpson said.
“Council stages a number of free and specialised waste collection services throughout the year to minimise this risk, so I hope all residents will be mindful of the dangers that incorrect disposal of chemical and other hazardous waste can cause.”
When putting household waste into residential bins or organising a pre-booked clean up collection, Council advises certain items are not suitable for inclusion, such as car batteries, household batteries, lithium batteries and electrical items containing batteries, gas bottles, fuel cans, flares, butane canisters, hot ashes, paint, chemicals and household products labelled ‘oxidising agent’, ‘corrosive’, ‘toxic’ or ‘flammable’.
To provide residents with convenient, specialised areas to dispose of their hazardous household waste items easily and in a more sustainable manner, Council holds a number of free waste disposal services annually.
“As residents of the Sutherland Shire we all appreciate the importance of doing our part to protect our community and our environment,” Mayor Simpson said.
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Mazda 6 Review
When we tested the Mazda 6 last year, we discovered a well-engineered, efficient, and incredibly well thought-out take on the traditional saloon and estate offerings.
However, we did comment on the Six’s tyre noise, and some clunkiness in the multimedia system’s operation.
It seems Mazda’s engineers were listening, because for 2015, the Mazda6 has been revised to address these issues, plus a few others.
From the outside, there’s little to give the game away. Sport Nav models get a new grille, new LED headlights (more on those later) linked by a new chrome wing motif, plus new LED tail-lights.
While it’s a shame lesser models are left largely untouched, Mazda justifies this by saying they wanted to give the range-topping model greater differentiation.
The changes to the interior, however, apply across the range. As well as boosting material quality, Mazda has given the dashboard fascia a more appealing set of lines. They’ve also taken the opportunity to simplify the controls in the centre console, making them more intuitive.
More obvious, though, is the adoption of the company’s excellent MZD Connect system, which sees a new high-resolution touch-screen mounted on top of the dash, plus an updated version of their multimedia controller by the gear-lever that now includes a dedicated volume control.
First seen on the Mazda3, we’ve praised the MZD Connect system for its tasteful graphics and ease of operation, and on the ‘6 it now adds DAB digital radio to the mix.
If twisting and turning your way through the menus isn’t for you, you can always jab a finger at the touch-screen or use the voice control system, and this works much better than in the old car.
Also new is a subtly redesigned instrument cluster (not that there was anything wrong with the old one), joined by Mazda’s Active Driving Display on Sport Nav models. Unfurling itself from atop the cluster on start-up, this head-up display projects your current speed as well as navigation and cruise control information into your field of view.
Rounding out the interior changes are a new electronic parking brake, improved seat construction, slightly larger door bins, and a sliding cover for the central cup-holders.
Worthy as all of these changes are, it’s our criticism of the interior noise levels that we’d most like to see addressed.
Mazda say they’ve been able to reduce noise levels by 25% over the old car, and this has been achieved through greater use of sound insulating material throughout the chassis and improved door seals.
So have they cracked it?
We went hunting out the worst roads we could find; the filthiest, most pot-holed and pock-marked atrocities that constitute our crumbling road network. And the new Mazda6 performed flawlessly on all of them.
Tyre noise is markedly reduced – we tested a Sport Nav model with 19-inch wheels – and on the motorway the ‘6 settles down into a serene cruise that makes eating up the miles a dream.
What was particularly remarkable, though, was how the Mazda6 dealt with large surface imperfections and pot-holes. Mazda’s engineers have altered the front and rear dampers as well as revised some of the suspension bushes, and while these changes are primarily geared towards introducing more engaging road-manners, the result has also been an impressive isolation of suspension noise. We found some of the gnarliest speed-bumps ever devised by man, and even tackling them head-on failed to upset the calm of the cabin.
The ‘6 is still a big car, but it’s a tribute to Mazda’s engineers that the car hides its size so well, responding cleanly to steering inputs and changing direction through a series of bends with what can only be described as enthusiasm.
If Mazda want something to aim for with the next car, we wouldn’t object to a little more feedback through the wheel, a complaint that can be levelled at almost every car with an electrically-assisted steering rack. But with an engaging set of road manners and that beautiful short-throw gear-lever, the ‘6 remains a car that you can enjoy yourself in.
For 2015, Mazda has ratcheted up the gadget count, too.
Standard on Sport Nav models are the company’s new adaptive LED headlights: using a front-mounted camera, the system detects the presence of other vehicles up to 600m ahead and responds by deactivating individual high-beam LED elements to avoid dazzling the other driver. In effect, it allows you to drive with permanent high-beam without upsetting anyone, with the beam pattern constantly shifting to correspond to the position of other road users. The system also takes an input from the steering wheel to direct the headlight beam into corners.
An optional Safety Pack adds a revised Lane-Keep Assist with Driver Alert system that replaces the previous Lane Departure Warning system. It issues feedback through the steering wheel if the vehicle begins to wander out of lane, with the new system said to be capable of learning the owner’s driving style and suggesting they take a break if it detects signs of fatigue.
Likewise, the previous Rear Vehicle Monitoring system is replaced by a new tongue-twisting Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert system, combining two systems into one to detect vehicles approaching from the rear and sides, as well as pedestrians and cyclists when reversing. The system also works in conjunction with the Smart City Brake Support system to apply the brakes automatically during low-speed reversing to avoid a collision.
The 2015 Mazda6 engine line-up remains unchanged, and that’s no bad thing because each of the four available units is a cracker. The range starts with a 2.0-litre petrol unit in both 145PS and 165PS guises, plus a pair of 2.2-litre turbo-diesels with either 150PS or 175PS.
Pick of the bunch in terms of efficiency is the 150PS diesel which, in saloon manual form, emits just 107 g/km and returns up to 68.9 mpg (down slightly from last year’s model).
Our favourite, the 175PS diesel, isn’t far behind with 119 g/km and 62.8 mpg, with even the 165PS petrol unit recording a creditable 135 g/km and 47.9 mpg.
There’s not a poor choice among them, and all are strong performers, although our preference remains the high-powered diesel for its 7.9-second 0-62mph time, and its compelling refinement, even near the red-line – a place most diesels fear to tread.
Five grades are offered – SE, SE Nav, SE-L, SE-L Nav and Sport Nav – with prices starting from £19,795 for the 145PS petrol SE. Diesels start at £22,295, the five-door Tourer adds around £900, while an auto box (available on all but the 165PS petrol) is yours for about £600.
To get the full benefit of the facelift, you’ll need to plump for one of the Sport Nav models, and these start from £24,595 for the petrol and £26,395 for the diesel.
Now that the new Ford Mondeo has finally graced us with its presence, the face-lifted Mazda6 is a rather timely arrival. The pair offer similar environmental performance, and are priced within a whisker of each other.
But the Mazda is a much nicer place to sit, and its engines offer far more enthusiastic performance than the somewhat languid-feeling units of the Ford. On top of that, the Mazda makes better and more intuitive use of technology, and is full of those useful little touches (the brilliant load cover of the Tourer and the easy-folding seats, for instance) that make living with a car a joy rather than a chore.
The Mazda6 was our segment favourite of last year. And as far as we’re concerned, everyone else is still playing catch-up.
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The Texas Student Data System (TSDS) is Texas's new education data collection and reporting system. It replaces an aging and inefficient system with one that is easier to use, more expandable, and more useful to districts. TSDS's main goal is to save districts and charter schools time and money, while dramatically increasing the timeliness and value of the data it returns to teachers and administrators.
The chart is based on a project funded by the Council of the Great City Schools, which explored how various districts in the US have produced measurable improvements in education outcomes by employing a suite of reforms that include extensive use of data-driven instruction.
The chart shows how the percentage of each LEA's students who scored in the lowest quartile on the SAT-9 declined substantially in the 3 years (Sacramento) or 4 years (Houston) since the reforms were implemented. The study concludes that a key component of these LEAs' success was that they "committed themselves to data-driven decision-making and instruction." (Snipes, J., F. Doolittle, and C. Herlihy. Foundations for Success: Case Studies of How Urban Schools Improve Student Achievement. New York: MDRC, 2002).
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TSDS benefits the public in a number of ways:
(1) Reduces costs for taxpayers
TEA is able to provide the Education Data Warehouse (EDW) to local education agencies (LEAs—Texas school districts and charter schools) free of charge, thanks to federal and private grants. The public will also continue to benefit from free TPEIR reports that provide over 20 years of Texas education data.
(2) Improves PEIMS data quality
By making all submissions for the current school year open from the first day of school and offering a new client-side validation tool, TSDS will help improve the quality of the data collected for PEIMS.
(3) Contributes to an expanded P-20+ system
Selected PEIMS data is aggregated and rolled up to the public TPEIR site, where it becomes part of the state's newly expanded longitudinal data system, which tracks education data from preschool to the workforce.
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The P-20+ data collection in TPEIR will help educators, administrators, researchers, and policy-makers develop more effective, better informed education practices and policies. This system's goal is to help educators help students.
All TSDS systems are strictly HIPAA and FERPA compliant. Safeguarding sensitive data is a core commitment of this project as well as a legal mandate. Only authorized education staff can access this data, the purpose of which is to allow teachers to help students with greater precision. Some TSDS data is available to the public in anonymous, aggregated form through the TPEIR website.
This effort has largely been funded by grant money from the US Department of Education and from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation. These grants have enabled TEA to build the TSDS platform, a statewide data store, and to incorporate seven data collections into the platform at no costs to the LEA's.
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Visiting Thailand in June
Roy Cavanagh · June 2, 2017 ·
The welcome arrival of the summer rains marks the start of the green season months in Thailand. The rains usually arrive in earnest in May, but it is in June when the Thai countryside starts to transform and takes on a noticeably greener hue. June is an ideal month for nature lovers to explore the rural areas of north and north-east Thailand. It’s also a wonderful time to sample an array of fresh tropical fruits with a number of varieties at their best in June as fruit lovers dive into durian, lunch on longans and go mad for mangosteen. Visiting Thailand in June during the tourist low season also brings advantages with many popular attractions less crowded and hotels offering discounts to fill their rooms. It’s also worth checking domestic airlines for green season deals with big savings often available on selected routes.
Clockwise from top: characters from the poems of Sunthorn Phu on Ko Samet; June flowers in bloom at Wat Pho, Bangkok; durian for sale at a market in Chiang Mai
Thailand weather in June
If you spend a week or more in Thailand during June you can expect to see some rain, but in most areas you should also experience extended periods of sunshine and high temperatures during your stay. Although May signals the start of the rainy season in Thailand, June is statistically a drier month and can be an excellent time to visit. The weather is variable, but the heavier and more persistent rain tends to arrive later in the rainy season. Always be prepared for a change in the weather during June and even on cloudy days never underestimate the power of the sun’s UV rays. Blue skies and bright sunshine in the morning can be followed by afternoon thunder storms (and vice versa) so take that into consideration when deciding what to wear or making travel plans.
Localised flash flooding can take place just about anywhere during a downpour in the rainy season. With storm drains struggling to cope with the tropical deluge, some streets temporarily turn into streams. Traffic in Bangkok can get even worse than usual during a downpour so add extra time if you are travelling to the airport or making transport connections. The flash flooding and downpours are all part of the Thailand experience and out of your control. Try to do what most of the locals do when the heavens open; take it in your stride, stay ‘jai yen‘ and patiently wait it out under shelter.
Bangkok 24 33 152
Chiang Mai 23 32 136
Hua Hin 25 33 73
Ko Chang 24 31 887
Ko Samui 26 32 93
Krabi 26 32 204
Pattaya 27 31 79
Phuket 25 31 286
Which is the best Thai island or beach resort to visit in June?
There are distinct regional variations to the weather in Thailand in June. For the best prospects for a beach break with extended sunshine and a lower chance of rain, head to the Gulf of Thailand. That doesn’t mean you should totally dismiss the Andaman Coast although this side of Thailand does see higher average rainfall levels in June. Wherever you choose to stay, there are no guarantees with the weather so be prepared for variable conditions.
Southern Thailand Gulf Coast
The Gulf Coast of Thailand sees less rain in June compared to the Andaman Coast. If you’re looking for the best island to stay, the trio of Gulf islands; Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan and Ko Tao are good choices for a June beach break. If you prefer to stay on the mainland, the beaches of Hua Hin, Cha Am, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Pranburi, Chumphon and Khanom provide inviting options.
Southern Thailand Andaman Coast
The effects of the south-west monsoon mean that the Andaman Coast of Thailand sees higher levels of rainfall during June compared to the Gulf of Thailand. That doesn’t necessarily mean you are going to see rain every day. In fact, the heaviest and more persistent rains on the Andaman Coast tend to arrive at the very start of the rainy season (in May) and towards the end (September/October). You can still expect to see plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures in June, but if you want a two-week break where you do nothing more than sit on the beach all day you will need to lower your expectations. Staying on Phuket or in Krabi does you give you more options for things to do away from the beach on rainy mornings or afternoons. The smaller Thai islands in the Andaman, such as the Trang islands, can still be beautiful in June, but they are more exposed and there is less to do away from the beach and pool areas when it rains. Storms and big waves in the Andaman Sea can also see the suspension of boat services to smaller islands and some bungalow operations choose to close down from May to October or operate with reduced staffing.
As a rough rule of thumb, the further east you go along Thailand’s eastern seaboard, then the more rain you are likely to see. Trat province, which includes the islands of the Ko Chang archipelago, sees particularly high levels of rainfall during June. However, at the opposite end of the eastern seaboard, Pattaya and Ko Samet experience more favourable conditions and are certainly worth considering if you’re looking for a beach break close to Bangkok.
June events and festivals in Thailand
The important Buddhist holiday of Visakha Bucha usually falls in May, but does occasionally take place in June. The exact date varies from year to year because it is determined by the lunar calendar.
The annual Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival in Loei, north-east Thailand often takes place around June time although the exact date varies from year to year. By way of complete contrast, head south to the resort city of Hua Hin and enjoy smooth sounds by the beach at the Hua Hin Jazz Festival.
The eastern provinces of Thailand, including Rayong, Chanthaburi and Trat, are sometimes referred to as the ‘orchard of Thailand’. The agricultural heritage of the region is celebrated with a number of local fruit festivals in May and June. And staying with Rayong, the life and work of Thailand’s most famous poet is celebrated with Sunthorn Phu Day on June 26.
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One in five people testing positive for coronavirus left with devastating long-term symptoms
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A fifth still report issues after five weeks and one in ten after 12 weeks - more than twice previous estimates.
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Around 186,000 people in England were living with problems lasting this long in the week starting November 22.
Some 11.5 per cent were still suffering fatigue after five weeks, 11.4 a cough and 10.1 per cent a headache.
A further 8.2 per cent still had no sense of taste and 7.9 per cent a loss of smell, the Office for National Statistics found.
It is the first time the official body has released data on people suffering “long Covid”.
The numbers, taken from the ONS national infection survey, do not include people in hospital, care homes or prisons.
The ONS is also investigating Covid complications by looking at GP records, hospital data, deaths and testing figures.
Results suggest hospital patients with the bug have higher rates of diabetes, cardiovascular, kidney and liver disease.
The risk of a heart attack, stroke or heart failure was nearly 12 times higher in inpatients with coronavirus than without.
Dr David Strain, from the University of Exeter Medical School, said: “These preliminary data are very concerning.”
He added: “These confirm what we have seen working on the Covid wards, that this virus is more than a simple respiratory infection, but is a multi-system disease.
“In some ways, however, people affected by these complications are less unfortunate, as there is a pre-existing clear knowledge base and there are effective treatment strategies for these conditions.
“Of greater concern, are those with the non-specific fatigue, myalgia (muscle pains) and fevers that we have no real understanding of the causes, the risk factors or how to treat it.” Dr Strain said long Covid was hitting younger people and women most.
He continued: “The long-term consequences for these individuals, and for the population as a whole, could be potentially devastating in terms of physical manifestations for the individuals but also the economic impact of these individuals being unable to work.”
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Dr Amitava Banerjee, from University College London, said long-Covid is already hitting the quality of life of previously healthy people.
He added: “Knowing the prevalence of long COVID and its risk factors is essential for planning how to prevent and treat it.
“Although post-viral symptoms are common, whether after flu or other coronaviruses, the scale of this pandemic and the potential number of infected people with long COVID is unprecedented, and poses yet another COVID-19-related public health challenge.
“The observed association between multi-organ impairment and being hospitalised with COVID-19 is a cause for concern and definitely warrants more investigation.
“Long COVID provides yet more solid evidence to support public health strategies that suppress the infection rate.” Sarah MacFadyen, from Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation, said: “These welcome insights help us to build a better picture of the impact of long Covid.
“What we need to see now is further research into this so we can better support people.
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“We’ve heard from many people enduring a long recovery from Covid and some are in a frustrating endless loop of symptoms – feeling better one day and worse the next.
“Long Covid clinics are due to open in England.
“These need to be rolled out urgently and across the UK so that people can access help and support wherever they live.”
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FAN FAVOURITE
Manchester City ace Kevin De Bruyne crowned player of the season by fans with a huge 45 per cent of vote
Jul 29 2020, 14:44 ET
Updated: Jul 29 2020, 18:34 ET
MANCHESTER CITY star Kevin De Bruyne has been named Match Of The Day's Player of the Season.
A whopping 45 per cent of football fans voting on the iconic highlights show's social media channels picked the classy midfielder.
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He beat Liverpool trio Jordan Henderson, Sadio Mane and Virgil Van Dijk to the award.
The other gongs saw Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp unsurprisingly named Manager of the Season.
Southampton striker Danny Ings was named Surprise Player of the Season with 52 per cent of the votes with Wolves winger Adam Traore in second with 19 per cent.
Young Player of the Season was Liverpool's creative full back Trent Alexander-Arnold.
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Manager of the Season - Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool)
Player of the Season - Kevin De Bruyne (Man City)
Surprise Player of the Season - Danny Ings (Southampton)
Young Player of the Season - Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)
City's 5-0 thrashing of Norwich on the final day of the Premier League season saw De Bruyne tee up Raheem Sterling to net.
This meant De Bruyne equalled Thierry Henry's record of 20 assists for the season.
That had stood for 17 years.
But after receiving that trophy after the game, De Bruyne claimed he should have beaten it.
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The Belgian says he actually laid on 22 assists, with two of his passes going unrewarded.
De Bruyne was deprived of an assist in the win over Arsenal in December, after his cross to Sterling took a slight deflection.
Again against the Gunners, just last month, the City star's ball into Sterling took a knock off David Luiz's thigh, ensuring he wouldn't be credited with the assist.
After being asked if he was pleased with equalling the Premier League record, De Bruyne roared: "I have got two more.
"You guys took two away from me that I am still claiming so for me I was already above [Henry].
"It is what it is. I need my team-mates, obviously I am creating for them to score, and I am grateful when they do.
"It is nice to have [the record] and it is nice to have it with Thierry."
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NEVER ETO'O OLD
Samuel Eto’o, 39, on verge of coming out of retirement to sign for Racing Murcia, say Spanish third-tier club
Steve Goodman
Nov 17 2020, 9:25 ET
SAMUEL ETO'O is poised to come out of retirement - with a THIRD DIVISION club in Spain.
The former Chelsea, Everton and Barcelona striker hung up his boots last year after a spell with Qatar SC.
Former Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o is set to reignite his playing career at the age of 39Credit: Getty Images - Getty
Eto'o, 39, cheated death last week when involved in a car smash in his native Cameroon.
Spanish Tercera Division outfit Racing Murcia have now opened talks with the former Real Madrid, Mallorca and Inter Milan ace.
The south-eastern club hopes its wealthy investors can tempt Eto'o to make a comeback.
Murcia president Morris Pagniello told Marca: "Right now I would say our chances of signing Samuel Eto'o are 50-50.
"We will know next week whether we can sign him, but we have drawn up a Plan B if it's not possible.
"We have various investors in Mexico and the United Arab Emirates who could fund the deal.
"If we sign him, the coach is committed to picking him to play."
Murcia hope to land Eto'o in time for their Copa del Rey clash with Primera Liga side Levante on December 16.
They signed Paul Pogba's older brother Mathias, 30, as a free agent in August.
Eto'o won the Champions League twice with Barcelona and again with Inter.
He also has three La Liga titles and a Serie A crown to his name, as well as 118 Cameroon caps.
The striker joined Chelsea from Russians Anzhi in 2013, spending a year at Stamford Bridge before a six-month spell with Everton.
Ex-Barcelona and Chelsea striker Samuel Eto’o in hospital after car crash in Cameroon
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Best laptop 2021: our pick of the 15 best laptops you can buy this year
By Matt Hanson 15 January 2021
Our picks of the latest models from the top brands to help you find the best laptop for your needs
The best laptops aren’t necessarily the most expensive ones you can find. While premium options like the Razer Book 13 and the MacBook Pro 16-inch are truly deserving of their own spots on that list, there are budget and mid-range alternatives that are also worthy of the title for the excellent price to performance ratio they offer.
That’s where we come in. Here, we’re not just listing the best laptops for every need and budget. We’ll also help you home in on the one that suits you the best. Remember that picking the perfect laptop for you means considering other factors beyond the price. Power – or rather the power you need to see through your daily tasks – as well as battery life, portability, display, keyboard and trackpad, and other features matter as well.
So let’s get right into it. From the latest and greatest laptops from the likes of Apple, Dell, HP and Lenovo, to brilliant budget laptops, fantastic gaming laptops, 2-in-1 devices and affordable Chromebooks, our best laptops guide will have the perfect device for you. Here are our top picks.
The best laptops 2021
1. Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
The best laptop of 2021
CPU: Apple M1
Graphics: Integrated 7-core /8-core GPU
RAM: 8GB – 16GB
Screen: 13.3-inch (diagonal) 2,560 x 1,600 LED-backlit display with IPS technology
Storage: 256GB – 2TB SSD
Dimensions: 11.97 x 8.36 x 0.63 inches (30.41 x 21.24 x 1.61cm; W x D x H)
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+Silent to use+Amazing battery life
-No new design-Fanless design could impact performance
The new Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020) isn't just the best laptop Apple has ever made, it's the best laptop money can buy right now. This is the first time a MacBook has topped our best laptops list, but the MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is worthy of this spot. Thanks to the revolutionary ARM-based Apple M1 chip that powers the new MacBook Air (Apple has ditched Intel for these new laptops), this is a stunning achievement: a thin and light laptop that offers great performance, even with 4K video editing, while also offering incredible battery life. Easily managing over 11 hours on a single charge, this is a laptop you can easily carry around with you at work or school, and its price is incredibly competitive compared to Windows 10 rivals like the Dell XPS 15 (below). Running both new and old Mac apps, the new MacBook Air can now also run iOS apps for iPhone and iPads, giving it access to hundreds of brilliant mobile applications and games as well.
Even if you've only ever used Windows laptops before, the MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is well worth getting and making the jump to macOS. Yes, it really is that good.
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2. Dell XPS 15 (2020)
The best Windows laptop
CPU: 10th-generation Intel Core i5 – i7
Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics - Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
Screen: 15.6" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) IPS - UHD+ (3840 x 2400)
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+Fast performance+Eye-catching design
-GTX 1650 Ti is a little weak-15-inch screen might be too large for some
The Dell XPS 15 ticks pretty much every box when it comes to what we want from a laptop. The end result is that the Dell XPS 15 (2020) is about as close to perfect as a laptop can get and one of the best Dell laptops to date; there's really not a lot we can fault it for. It's got some of the latest, and best, mobile tech from Intel, and can even be configured with a discrete GPU, making it adept at images and as for video editing software, and even a spot of light gaming.
It also features one of the finest designs we've seen in a laptop, and is arguably the most stylish Windows 10 laptop on the market right now. Battery life is also phenomenal, and the price, while high, isn't that bad considering what you get. If the 15-inch screen is a little too big, then the Dell XPS 13 (also on this list) is worth considering, as is the MacBook Air above.
Read the full review: Dell XPS 15 (2020)
3. HP Spectre x360 (2020)
A brilliant 13-inch laptop
Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Screen: 13.3" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS BrightView micro-edge WLED-backlit multitouch – 13.3" diagonal 4K (3840 x 2160) UWVA BrightView micro-edge AMOLED multitouch
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+Stylish and high-quality finish+Great all-around performance
-Battery life takes a hit-Can run hot at times
The HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 laptop had a big refresh, and the boost in specs, with 10th-generation Intel Core processors and Intel Iris Plus graphics, along with the impeccable 2-in-1 design and pristine gem-cut chassis, means that the new version has a well-deserved spot towards the top of our best laptops list.
HP has been on a roll of late, with the excellent HP Elite Dragonfly also appearing high in our best laptops list (you'll find it a few places below), but when it comes to build quality, design and pure performance, the HP Spectre x360 (2020) is easily one of the best 13-inch laptops you can buy right now in 2021, rivalled only by the excellent MacBook Air (M1, 2020), which is at the top of this best laptop guide.
While it's certainly pricey, you're getting some excellent extras, such as formidable security features and Bang & Olufsen speakers. If you care about aesthetics as much as you do performance and overall quality, this is the laptop for you.
Read the full review: HP Spectre x360 (2020)
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4. Dell XPS 13 (Late 2020)
Dell does it again
CPU: Up to 11th Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7
Graphics: Up to Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM: Up to 32GB 4267MHz LPDDR4x
Screen: 13.4" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) InfinityEdge Non-Touch Anti-Glare 500-Nit – 13.4" UHD+ (3840 x 2400) InfinityEdge Touch Anti-Reflective 500-Nit Display
Storage: Up to 2TB M.2 PCIe NVMe
+Stunning design+Gorgeous 16:10 display+Excellent battery life
-Sound quality is just OK-Pricey
At this point, we doubt that the Dell XPS line can do anything wrong. Its yearly updates have consistently made it to our best laptops list, and they’re only getting better. The Dell XPS 13 (2020) is not only a gorgeous piece of kit. It also comes, as expected, with excellent performance, a stunning display and long battery life, alongside a few others.
Much like its predecessor, it’s a pricey investment – but that is barely reason enough for us to discourage Ultrabook fans. This is among the best laptops of 2021, and it’s worth every penny.
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5. LG Gram 17
A super-light 17-inch laptop
CPU: Intel Core i7-1065G7
Graphics: Intel Iris Plus
Screen: 17-inch 1600p (2,560 x 1,600)
Storage: 2 x 512GB SSD
+Lightweight design+Beautiful screen+Long battery life
-U-series processor-Not very rigid
Usually when you're going for a 17-inch laptop, you have to give up any notion of portability. Typically laptops of this size are these gigantic bulky things, packed with the most powerful components to attract creative professionals. However, while the LG Gram 17 abandons the full-fat H-series processors for Intel Ice Lake Ultrabook-class chips, it makes up for that by being a 17-inch laptop that's as light as a 13-inch one.
This all means you can get a gorgeous 17-inch 1600p display in a laptop that weighs just 2.98 lbs (1.35kg). When you couple that lightweight design with the fact that the battery lasted more than 14 hours in our testing, you have the recipe for the perfect laptop for anyone that needs to get work done while traveling.
Read the full review: LG Gram 17
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6. Acer Swift 3
The best budget laptop in the world
CPU: up to Intel Core i7-8565U
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce MX150, Intel HD Graphics 620 or AMD Radeon Vega 8
RAM: 4GB – 8GB
Screen: 14-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,080) ComfyView IPS – 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Storage: 128GB – 1 TB HDD, 16 GB Intel Optane Memory
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+Superb keyboard and trackpad+Excellent performance+Very reasonably priced
-Looks a little plain
Beyond the Acer Swift 3's modest exterior, you'll find an excellent laptop that boasts plenty of power for work and study. The Swift 3 (not to be confused with the Switch 3 another laptop from Acer) is an inexpensive laptop; however, that plain chassis is all-aluminum and packed with beefy components.
In terms of performance, it gets surprisingly close to the far more expensive Microsoft Surface Laptop. Its display is a little lower-res, but the two are otherwise strikingly similar - other than the price.
This laptop is incredible to use as well, with its roomy trackpad as well as its backlit keyboard that offers a comfortable typing experience with decent travel. If you're going to be writing a lot – whether you’re traveling or at the office, this is one of the best budget laptops 2021 has on offer.
Read the full review: Acer Swift 3
7. MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
Still one of the best laptops by Apple
CPU: 9th-generation Intel Core i7 – i9
Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5300M – Radeon Pro 5500M
RAM: 16GB – 64GB
Screen: 16-inch Retina display with True Tone
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+Stunning 16-inch screen+New and improved keyboard
-Expensive-Limited to four Thunderbolt 3 ports
While we are sad that the 15-inch MacBook Pro is no more, we’ve welcomed the MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) with open arms. As thin, light and sleek as ever, you wouldn’t think this was a 16-inch behemoth.
Yet, you’re getting that extra real estate on that stunning display, as well as the latest and greatest components behind it. This is, without a doubt, the best MacBook for content creators, designers and other creative professionals. With amazing (and loud) speakers and a much, much better keyboard to boot.
Read the full review: MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
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8. Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
The best gaming laptop in 2021
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS – 9 4900HS
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Screen: 14-inch Non-glare Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS-level panel, 120Hz – 14-inch Non-glare WQHD (2560 x 1440) IPS-level panel, 60Hz
Storage: 512GB / 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0
+Best battery life in a gaming laptop +Excellent performance +Thin and light
-No webcam-Loud fans
The Asus Zephyrus G14 is not perfect, missing a webcam and a Thunderbolt 3 port. However, it’s damn near close to being one, garnering our coveted yet rarely given five-star rating, and making it one of the best laptops in 2021, and our pick of the best gaming laptop overall.
This is an absolute beast of a gaming laptop, delivering an incredible performance with its AMD Ryzen 4000 processors and Nvidia RTX 2060 graphics card while touting best-in-class battery life that will last you all day long, a fast display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a lightweight, ultra-thin design. The best part is that you’re getting all that without burning a hole in your pocket. Don’t get us wrong; it isn’t cheap, and if you're looking for a more affordable laptop, check out the Dell G5 15 below.
Read the full review: Asus Zephyrus G14
9. Asus TUF A15
The new affordable gaming king
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 4600H – 7 4800H
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660TI – RTX 2060
RAM: up to 32 GB SDRAM
Screen: 15.6" (16:9) FHD (1920x1080) 60Hz Anti-Glare IPS-level Panel – 15.6" (16:9) FHD (1920x1080) 144Hz Anti-Glare IPS-level Panel
Storage: 1TB 5400 rpm SATA HDD – 256GB/512GB/1TB PCIe Gen3 SSD
+Great 1080p performance+New AMD processors+Very good battery life
-Noisy fans-Not the most powerful gaming laptop-Design won’t be for everyone
If the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 above is out of your price range, then the Asus TUF A15 will be the best laptop for you. It's more affordable than the Zephyrus, but it still offers amazing performance, and is our pick for the best budget gaming laptop in 2021.
Much of what we love about the Asus TUF A15 is down to the brilliant AMD Ryzen 4000 mobile processor inside. The Asus TUF A15, however, is not just fantastic gaming performance, but a great value gaming rig with a long battery life and military-grade durability as well. With the help of Nvidia’s best 1080p graphics card (the RTX 2060), this Ryzen 4000-powered laptop will see you through all your 1080p gaming demands without burning a hole in your pocket. Whether you play a lot of competitive esports, or need a rugged laptop, this one’s a winner.
Read the full review: Asus TUF A15
10. HP Elite Dragonfly
The best 2-in-1 laptop
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620
RAM: 8GB - 16GB
Screen: 13.3" diagonal Full HD touch display – Full HD touch Sure View display
Storage: 256 GB SSD
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+Impeccable design+Excellent battery life
-Pretty expensive
This laptop from HP is our pick for the best business laptop – put simply, this is one of the most stylish and slimline laptops you'll ever see, and it's also packed with some brilliant features and powerful components.
While the HP Elite Dragonfly is primarily aimed at business users, don't let that put you off. Its incredible design and gorgeous screen makes this the best laptop for anyone who can afford it. Battery life is excellent, the keyboard is a joy to type on, and it also has LTE connectivity. This lets you plug in a SIM card and access mobile internet wherever you are, without having to connect to slow (and potentially compromised) Wi-Fi hotspots.
It's expensive, but if you can afford it, it's easily one of the best laptops of 2021.
Read the full review: HP Elite Dragonfly
11. HP Envy x360 13 (2019)
The best affordable 2-in-1
CPU: AMD Ryzen 3 3300U – AMD Ryzen 7 3700U
Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 6 – Radeon Vega 10
Screen: 13.3" diagonal FHD IPS (1,920 x 1,080)
Storage: 256 GB – 1TB SSD
+Slim and sleek for a 2-in-1+High quality chassis+Improved battery life
-CPU performance merely adequate-Graphics performance disappointing
Thanks to its sleek, 13-inch design, this 2-in-1 is leaner that you might have expected, which works in your favor when engaging it in tablet mode. There are other compelling reasons why the HP Envy x360 (2019) is worth considering when you’re on the lookout for the best laptops, especially in the 2-in-1 form factor.
This HP beauty offers a premium build, boasts 9 hours of video playback and delivers a performance that will get you through most of your schoolwork and project, at a very reasonable price.
Read the full review: HP Envy x360 (2019)
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12. Google Pixelbook Go
The best Chromebook
CPU: Intel Core m3 - Intel Core i7
Screen: 13.3-inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) or 4K LCD touchscreen
Storage: 128GB - 256GB eMMC
+Incredible battery life+Amazing ‘Hush’ keyboard
-Iffy pricing at mid- to- high-end-No biometric login
Google's Pixelbook Go is the best Chromebook money can buy right now, with the company showing everyone else how it's done. Its previous Chromebook, the Pixelbook, was a brilliant Chromebook in its own way, but it cost a small fortune.
The Pixelbook Go, on the other hand, is a more affordable Chromebook that retains a lot of its predecessor's premium features, while bringing some brilliant upgrades as well, including an astounding battery life and fantastic keyboard.
It features some impressive specs for a Chromebook, which ensures that Chrome OS positively flies on this device, and puts its performance on par with many of the more expensive Windows laptops and MacBooks that grace the rest of this best laptops list. If you're looking for the ultimate Chromebook, then the Pixelbook Go is the one to get.
Read the full review: Google Pixelbook Go
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13. Asus Chromebook Flip
The best affordable Chromebook
CPU: Intel Pentium – Core m7
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 510 – 515
Screen: 12.5-inch FHD (1,920 x 1,080) LED backlit anti-glare display
Storage: 32GB – 128GB eMMC
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+Elegant tablet mode+Gorgeous, vivid screen
-No out-of-box Android support-Middling speakers
When it comes to the best Chromebook laptop, you have a choice between two stark alternatives. There's the more expensive Chromebook Pixel Go (featured earlier in this list), and then there's the excellent Asus Chromebook Flip C302, which combines premium features in a much more affordable package.
For many people, Chromebooks are affordable laptops that are perfect for students, and the Asus Chromebook Flip C302 is easily one of the best Chromebooks, and one of the best laptops, money can buy.
It comes with an Intel Core processor, full 1080p display, touchscreen, backlit keyboard and USB-C port.
Read the full review: Asus Chromebook Flip
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The Asus VivoBook S15 is the best mid-range laptop
14. Asus VivoBook S15
The best budget 15-inch laptop
CPU: Intel Core i5 – i7
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
Screen: 15.6-inch full HD (1920 x 1080)
Storage: 512GB SSD
+Bright, colorful 15.6-inch screen+Weighs just 1.8kg
-Average battery life-ScreenPad is a bit weird…
The new Asus VivoBook S15 hasn't been out for long, and it's made its way straight into our best laptops list. This is because it combines a thin and light design with great performance and an excellent price.
If you're looking for a mid-range laptop that doesn't cost too much, but still performs brilliantly, then this is the best laptop for you.
Thanks to its powerful Intel processor, 8GB of RAM and fast SSD storage, this is a laptop that can handle almost any task with ease – though gaming is out of the question. Its 15.6-inch screen is bright and vibrant, and it has loads of ports that makes it easy to hook up your favorite peripherals.
However, it doesn't have the longest battery life for a laptop, and the ScreenPad, which replaces the traditional touchpad below the keyboard with a touchscreen, takes a bit of getting used to.
Read the full review: Asus VivoBook S15
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15. Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
The best laptop by Microsoft
CPU: Intel Core i5 - i7 / AMD Ryzen 5 / AMD Ryzen 7
Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics / AMD Radeon Vega 9 / AMD Radeon RX Vega 11
Screen: 13.5-inch PixelSense (2,256 x 1,504) / 15-inch PixelSense (2,496 x 1,664)
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB or 1TB SSD
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+Excellent battery life+Choice of Intel or AMD CPU
-No Thunderbolt 3 option-Too few ports for its size
With the third version of the Surface Laptop 3, Microsoft has made its best laptop yet. While it's not a huge leap over its predecessor, the Surface Laptop 3 does improve on almost every aspect.
Best of all, with the 15-inch version you now get a choice of either Intel or AMD hardware. Previously, only Intel tech was included. Elsewhere, the Surface Laptop 3 continues the Surface Laptop's reputation for being a stunningly designed laptop.
These are some of the most desirable laptops in the world that don't have a logo of an apple on them, with a new aluminum body that gives it a premium feel, while protecting it from knocks and drops. There are still a few niggles, like the continued lack of ports, but in general this is one of the best laptops in the world right now.
Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
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What should you look for when buying a new laptop?
There are certain things you can look out for when buying a new laptop that can ensure you get the best laptop for your money.
Make sure you take a look at the specifications of a laptop before buying. This is a good way of quickly seeing how powerful a laptop is, and what it is capable of – as long as you know what you’re looking for.
First of all is the processor. This is essentially the brain of the laptop, and a laptop will usually have a processor (also known as a CPU) made by either Intel or AMD. Intel is by far the most popular CPU maker for laptops, though we’re seeing an increasing number of AMD-powered laptops as well.
As a general rule of thumb, Intel processors offer better performance, but AMD processors are better value.
To make things more simple, both Intel and AMD have numbered their processors to give you a rough idea of what sort of tasks a laptop with that processor can perform.
If you’re after a budget laptop for simple tasks like browsing the web or watching Netflix, then a laptop with an Intel Pentium, Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3, processor will do that job without making the laptop too expensive.
If you’re after something with a bit more oomph – perhaps to do more complex task like editing your home videos or playing games – then go for a laptop with an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor as a minimum.
The best laptops for media creation, and more complex tasks, come with an Intel Core i7 or Core i9 processor, or an AMD Ryzen 7 processor. Laptops with these processors in them are top-of-the-range laptops that will provide brilliant performance no matter what you want to do – but be warned that they are often found in the most expensive laptops.
Finally, keep an eye on how new the processor is. Intel handily gives its processors generations, so the higher the generation, the newer it is. The latest generation is the 10th generation, though 9th generation Intel Core processors are also pretty recent.
A newer processor performs better and is more power efficient – so battery life will last longer. They are more expensive, though.
RAM (Random Access Memory) is another important specification to look for in a laptop. You’ll want 4GB at the very least for a Windows laptop – though we’d actually recommend for many people to go for 8GB. That will ensure that the laptop runs well for years to come.
When it comes to graphics, you don’t need to worry too much, as laptop processors come with built-in (integrated) graphics. However, if you want to play PC games on your laptop, then you’ll want a gaming laptop with a discrete GPU – either from Nvidia or AMD.
Battery life considerations
Finally there’s battery life. This is likely to be one of the most important considerations you have when choosing what laptop to buy. The best laptops need to be able to let you work - and play - for hours on end without you having to scramble for a power adapter. Modern laptops are getting ever more power-efficient, which has led to longer battery lives. For a laptop to be included in our best laptops list, it needs to offer a battery life of five hours or more.
Bear in mind that the battery life that the laptop makers claim their device has could be quite different to what you actually experience. This is because many laptop makers test their batteries in very controlled environments, with the laptop used in ways that you might not necessarily use. So, while a laptop might have a claimed battery life of 10 hours, you may find that when using it for certain tasks – like streaming high definition content – your battery life could run out faster.
That’s where our in-depth reviews come in, as we run a series of tests on each laptop in this best laptops guide to see how long the battery life lasts under certain conditions. If a laptop’s battery is ridiculously short (or impressively long) we’ll tell you.
Which type of laptop is best for you?
General laptops: Where the best cheap laptops are found, devices that focus more on practicality than style, portability or power. That’s not to say they can’t be fast, but you’ll typically find a non-Ultrabook clamshell laptop with an HD screen and spinning drive-based storage for less than $600 or £400.
Ultrabooks: Where you’ll find thin-and-light notebooks sporting SSD storage and display resolutions that exceed 1080p. Paired with powerful, albeit mobile-centric components and especially long battery life, the best Ultrabooks will cost a pretty penny – $700 or £500 to $2,000 or £1,800.
2-in-1 laptops: Where notebooks that double as tablets are located. The Surface Book 2 might be a ways off, but many of the best 2-in-1 laptops are available right now. Outfitted with both detachable and 360-degree rotating hinges, these hybrids are the most versatile way to experience Windows 10 (or Chrome OS) on a touchscreen.
Chromebooks: Where you’ll find the best Chromebooks running Chrome OS. These do much of what Windows and macOS can in the browser, focused on cloud storage over local, while recently getting Android app support for touchscreen models. They generally cost less than $300 or £200 and some can even withstand a slight tussle.
Gaming laptops: Need a laptop to play games (almost) just like a shiny desktop PC can? Then you’ll want one of the best gaming laptops. These machines generally cost from $800 or £600 to upwards of $3,000 or £2,800 and they’ll likely be the ones to take advantage of AMD’s laptop-grade Ryzen processors first. If you're really on a budget, then you can check out the best cheap gaming laptop deals.
Laptop-tablet hybrids: Designed from the tablet-first approach to laptop-tablet hybrids, the best Windows tablets pack beyond-HD touchscreens, sometimes with kickstands in their frames or provided via keyboard covers. These generally shine with a stylus, and range from the budget to the premium price ranges.
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Welcome to our pick of the best laptops in 2021. If you're on the hunt for a new laptop for the new year, then you've come to the right place, as on this page you'll find the very best laptops for a range of budgets and use cases.
From the latest and greatest laptops from the likes of Apple, Dell, HP and Lenovo, to brilliant budget laptops, fantastic gaming laptops, 2-in-1 devices and affordable Chromebooks, our best laptops guide will have the perfect device for you.
At the moment, the MacBook Air (M1, 2020) is our pick for the best laptop overall. It offers brilliant performance, excellent battery life and a completely silent fanless design. It's a brilliant laptop, and it's the first time an Apple device has topped this list.
However, if you don't want a MacBook, or you want to stick with Windows 10, then we have some brilliant picks for you as well in our best laptops list.
So, read on to find out what we think the best laptops of 2021 are.
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10 best free lightweight networking tools
By Mike Williams 06 July 2012
Network issues? Diagnose your issues quickly with these utilities
Diagnose tricky networking problems with RawCap
Looking for some network utilities? There are plenty of options, but don't waste time on the bulky and more heavyweight contenders, unless you really need them - our Tiny Tools may provide all you need.
If you'd like to find out what software is installed across your network, for instance, you could install some expensive commercial solution, complete with database, analytical tools and more. But we've found a 160KB program which will scan all your network PCs for no cost at all.
And capturing network traffic normally involves installing complex utilities, and a supporting library or two. But if you can get by with raw sockets then the 20KB RawCap will get you started in seconds.
This is just the start, though. Other tools in the list will help with performance issues, network management, security, file sharing and more. And they're all free, and very lightweight: even installing all ten will use less than 7MB hard drive space. And if you're thinking about networking, you may also want to consider network monitoring software, too.
1. Network Stuff 3.0.9 - 1.34 MB
Figuring out what's happening on your network normally involves a whole library of tools, yet somehow Network Stuff has managed to cram them all into a single portable application.
It's strong on the basics, for instance: the program can display your IP addresses (both local and external), scan your network for other systems, reveal MAC addresses and run graphical ping or traceroutes to the addresses you specify.
But Network Stuff can also display all the currently open network and internet connections; use built-in Whois and DNS tools to get more information on IP addresses; remotely wake up or shut down other systems on your network, and the list goes on.
The only problem here is complexity, as there's a lot to explore. If you get lost, though, check the author's website for some helpful guidance.
2. DNS Jumper 1.0.5 - 812KB
Changing your DNS settings can improve your online security, perhaps give you access to sites you couldn't reach otherwise, and improve your browsing speed. Windows doesn't exactly make this easy, but that's where DNS Jumper comes in.
This tiny tool comes with a lengthy list of DNS alternatives. If you're not sure which is best then it can test them all to find the fastest. When you're happy, it's able to apply your preferred DNS settings in a click, and the program can even back up and restore your original settings to avoid the chance of any problems.
3. RawCap 0.1.4.0 - 20KB
Packet sniffing - capturing network traffic for later analysis - can be an invaluable way to diagnose tricky network problems, both hardware and software. And there are few easier ways to get the job done than with the super-lightweight RawCap.
The program is a command line tool, but it's also straightforward to run from Explorer. Just double-click the file, choose your network interface, enter an output file name, and that's it - the program will capture raw packets and save them in a .pcap file.
Unsurprisingly for a 20KB tool, there's no help here to analyse the finished results. Just opening the file in Notepad may be enough, though if you're looking for plain text. And there's no doubting RawCap's simplicity: it doesn't need any other components or DLLs beyond the .NET Framework 2.0.
4. Fast Software Audit 1.0.0 - 160 KB
If you manage a PC network then you'll know it's important to keep track of the software your users are installing. You could check this manually, or invest in some big corporate inventory tool, but the ultra-compact Fast Software Audit - portable and only 160KB - could be enough. Just enter the network names of the computers you'd like to audit and it'll quickly scan them, revealing the list of installed applications. (Though please note, your systems will need the Remote Registry service to be running for this to work.)
5. CloseTheDoor 0.2.1 portable - 484 KB
When you want to secure your network it's important to understand which processes are listening for connections, and the portable CloseTheDoor will tell you everything you want to know: the network interface, ports, protocols, process, related Windows services and a whole lot more.
All this information can seem baffling at first, but CloseTheDoor can help. Right-click something and you'll find options to search the web for useful information on the process, port and how it's generally used.
And if you do identify malware then CloseTheDoor can even shut down that process, though be careful - if you accidentally terminate something important then you might crash your PC.
6. BlueLife Hosts Editor 1.0 - 388KB
The HOSTS file can be used to tell Windows the IP address of various network or Internet resources, so improving performance or allowing you to block some sites or resources entirely.
Windows doesn't make it particularly easy to access HOSTS, unfortunately, but the BlueLife Hosts Editor probably provides everything you'll need. Just launch the program to view your current HOSTS file, then add or remove entries to suit your needs, and save the results when you're finished: easy.
Beware, though, if you try to block a site you've just visited then it'll appear not to work, as Windows will cache the previous IP address. Save the new file, click "Flush DNS" and everything should now work just as you expect.
7. Network Activity Indicator 1.6 -1.03 MB
We often miss the old Windows XP network icon, where the monitors flashed to show network activity. But now there's an easy way to get it back. Install Network Activity Indicator and it'll immediately restore the same icon to your system tray. (Although Windows Vista/Windows 7 will often hide it again: click the arrow to the left of the system tray area, click Customize and set "Network Activity Indicator" to "Show icon and notifications to bring it back.)
This isn't just a cosmetic tool, though. You can also customise the program to flash only for particular network traffic (TCP, UDP, ICMP), or on specific network interfaces. And it's even able to provide details on network traffic (MB's uploaded and downloaded), and a host of useful statistics (open connections, failed connection attempts, errors received, more).
8. RemoteRebootX 2012 - 428KB
Network management can be easier than you think. If you've got a copy of RemoteRebootX to hand, anyway.
Add the names of your network computers to the program, and in click or two you can then remotely shut them down or wake them up again, all from the comfort of your own PC.
You can even automate the process, for example having a PC woken up just after lunch so it's ready and waiting when you return.
And there are even system information options to, say, retrieve the free C: drive space on one of the systems, or its list of automatic but stopped services (very useful for troubleshooting). Not bad at all for a portable tool under 500KB in size.
9. HFS 2.2f - 560KB
When you want others on the network to be able to access your files then you'll probably start by sharing folders. But if you can't get that working as you like then setting up a web server with HFS could be a simpler approach.
There's no complex configuration involved, for instance - just run the program and it's ready to go.
Drag and drop the files you'd like to share and they'll be accessible within seconds.
And yet there are plenty more advanced options, if you need them. Worried about the program taking up all your bandwidth, for instance? Just limit the download speed to suit your requirements - it's all very easy.
10. Simple IP Config 2.3 - 1.32MB
If you regularly use a laptop on a couple of networks - home and work, say - then the chances are you probably waste a lot of time manually adjusting a host of low-level network settings. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Simple IP Config allows you to create separate network profiles for home, work, and anywhere else you like. Each of these can be used to store your IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS Server, and so on. And switching from one profile to another is as simple as selecting it, and clicking "Apply" - no messing around in Control Panel is required at all.
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Samsung destroyed evidence in Apple patent case, says judge
By Michael Rougeau 26 July 2012
A California judge has sanctioned Samsung over deleted emails
Apple has won a small victory in its ongoing Samsung patent war
Samsung is being reprimanded yet again in its ongoing patent spat with Apple.
California Magistrate Judge Paul Grewal sanctioned the South Korean tech company for destroying evidence, or, more accurately, failing to not destroy evidence.
Samsung's email system deletes messages automatically after two weeks, and the company took no measures to preserve relevant emails even after the patent case had been filed, said Grewal.
The judge granted Apple's request for an "adverse jury instruction," informing the jury of Samsung's transgression.
Samsung left the shredder on
"In effect, Samsung kept the shredder on long after it should have known about this litigation," Grewal wrote in the filing.
He noted that Samsung may not have purposely destroyed any evidence, but that the company should have disabled the system that automatically deletes emails as soon as it was clear they'd be heading to court.
Now the jury must decide whether Samsung's actions will affect their verdict.
Troubles for Samsung
This news comes a mere day after Samsung was reprimanded by Northern California District Judge Lucy Koh for requesting to make their patent war with Apple even longer and more complicated.
Samsung wanted to double the time and more than triple the number of exhibits each side will be allowed to present when the case begins on Monday, but Judge Koh denied the request, admitting that she's "frustrated" with Samsung.
Apple and Samsung are currently duking it out over 30 cases in 10 different countries, with each side winning various tenuous victories but neither yet coming out clearly on top.
In response to TechRadar's inquiries, a Samsung spokesperson pointed out that an International Trade Commission judge squashed similar accusations earlier this year.
"He concluded that Samsung took 'reasonable and appropriate steps to preserve evidence' and that Samsung's document retention policy complied with federal law," the spokesperson wrote in an email.
"We intend to appeal Judge Grewal's decision to the trial judge, and if necessary, to the Court of Appeals. Samsung remains committed to complying with all information requests from the court."
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The best broadband deals in January 2021
By Alex Hughes 15 January 2021
Broadband deals comparison of all of the big names. BT, TalkTalk, Sky, Virgin, Vodafone and many more
The best fibre broadband deals this month:
The best cheap broadband deals this month:
The best broadband and TV deals:
Broadband contracts and pricing:
Ah, the search for broadband deals. If your internet plan has finally reached its end, you’ll be thinking of diving back into the slightly confusing pile of offers, prices, discounts and promotions.
However, there is no need to worry - we’re going to guide you through it. We’ll bring you the best and cheapest broadband deals, inform you on the kind of speeds you need and help you find your perfect plan.
Of course, if you're one step ahead of the game and already know the kind of package you're looking for, this will be easy. Simply use the table below to compare broadband plans, with affordable ADSL, super fast fibre, and TV add-ons from all of the big names.
For those a little more unfamiliar with the world of internet deals, we've done the research for you and answered all of the key questions you may have further down this page. So if you're not sure what separates BT from Sky, or whether Virgin is the best broadband provider for you, we're here to help you decide.
The great news for all potential buyers is that the market is looking very affordable right now with options well under £20 a month, a lot of variety with TV package extras and a host of rapid fibre broadband deals that won't leave you with daunting bills.
Broadband deals: The best of January 2021
BT Fibre 1 | 24 months | 50Mb average speed | £27.99 per month | FREE activation + £100 Mastercard
BT isn't exactly known for being an affordable internet provider and yet, this deal is competing with the best to offer affordable pricing. With this deal, you're paying just £27.99 a month for speeds averaging 50Mb. On top of that, BT won't charge you a penny upfront and you'll get an £100 Mastercard thrown in as well.
Virgin M100 Fibre Broadband | 18 months | 108Mb average speed | £24 per month | FREE activation + £50 Amazon voucher
Virgin has been offering variations of this deal for some time now but this is the best version we've seen so far. It doesn't charge you anything upfront, while only costing £24 a month for speeds averaging 108Mb. On top of that, you're getting a £50 Amazon voucher.
TalkTalk Fibre 65 Broadband: 24 months | Avg speeds 67Mb | FREE activation | £24 per month + £80 voucher
TalkTalk's Fibre 65 plan is an excellent option for fibre for a few reasons. Firstly, the speeds kick in at an impressive 67Mb and you only need to pay £24 a month for that. There is also the factor that TalkTalk will throw in an £80 voucher that you can use at Amazon.co.uk, Tesco, M&S or as a Mastercard.
Plusnet Unlimited Broadband | 18 months | 10Mb avg speed | FREE upfront | £18.99 per month + £50 Mastercard
Plusnet is leading the way right now for cheap broadband, offering the UK's cheapest price. For £18.99 a month you're getting speeds averaging 10Mb. While that alone is one of the cheapest prices on the market right now, it gets cheaper. Plusnet is currently also including a £50 Mastercard, effectively bringing your costs down to just £16.21 a month.
John Lewis Unlimited Broadband | 12 months | Avg speeds 10Mb | Line rental incl. | FREE activation | £19pm
More synonymous with household goods rather than broadband, John Lewis is a provider you may not have expected to see here. And yet, the brand has some of the cheapest prices around for broadband. With this deal, you're paying just £19 a month for speeds averaging 10Mb.
TalkTalk Fibre 65 | 18 months | Avg speeds 67Mb | Line rental incl. | FREE activation | £24 a month + £80 voucher
Yes, this isn't as cheap as the two above and yet, out of the three it feels like the best value. This boosts you to not just fibre speeds but superfast fibre at 67Mb. For that, you're paying just £24 a month and getting an £80 voucher that you can use at Amazon.co.uk, Tesco, M&S or as a Mastercard.
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Virgin Big Bundle | 18 months | 108Mb average speed | Weekend calls | 112+ channels | £35 activation | £29.99 a month
Virgin's Big Bundle is likely going to be the best option for broadband and TV deals for a lot of people. It provides speeds averaging 108Mb while only charging £29.99 a month and a £35 activation fee. For that price you're getting over 112 channels and some blisteringly fast speeds. However, Virgin isn't as widely available as other options so check its coverage near you first.View Deal
BT Sport + Fibre 2 | 24 months | Avg. speed 63Mb | Weekend calls | FREE upfront | £44.99 a month + £80 reward card
This deal seems to leap up and down in price randomly but right now, it is pretty affordable. You're paying £44.99 a month while getting access to all four BT Sports channels and the BoxNation channel. On top of that, BT also throws in speeds averaging 63Mb and an £80 Mastercard.
Virgin Ultimate Oomph Bundle | 24 months | 516Mb average speed | Anytime calls | 250+ channels | FREE activation | £79 a month
Another Virgin deal...but this one is on the complete opposite end to the one above. With the Ultimate Oomph Bundle, you're getting...well, everything. Speeds averaging a ridiculous 516Mb, anytime calls, over 250 channels including Sky Cinema, BT Sport, Sky Sport HD and more and Virgin will throw in an unlimited data SMI on top of all of that for no extra charge. All of that comes at a price of just £79 - a major discount on its original price. This really is for those who want the best broadband and TV out there.
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Which provider has the best broadband deals?
There is a lot of providers offering a wide range of broadband deals, making it difficult to know which plan is best for you. Some offer cheap bills, other fast speeds but each ISP has a unique aspect that makes it worth your time.
Virgin broadband: best for super-fast speeds
Sky broadband: best quad-play provider
BT broadband: best all-round internet provider
Vodafone: affordable pricing for fibre internet
Plusnet: frequently the cheapest provider for both fibre and ADSL
TalkTalk: affordable internet across all categories
Now Broadband: cheapest for broadband and TV
Can I order these broadband deals over the phone?
We understand that buying broadband is a big purchase that you're going to be committed to for at least a year. If you feel more comfortable ordering over the phone, we can offer a call centre service - but only for a selected few providers:
BT broadband: 0800-783-5462
TalkTalk broadband: 0808-783-5462
EE broadband: 0800-079-0075
Plusnet broadband: 0808-168-5438
Sky broadband: 0800-759-1470
What is the best absolute best broadband deal?
Competition is extremely hot right now, but we reckon that BT's Fibre 1 plan is the standout offer right now.
Not only does it supply you with speeds averaging 50Mb but it also throws in a massive £100 Mastercard to help offset the costs. For this package you're paying just £27.99 a month.
Who is the cheapest broadband deal in the UK?
Currently, the cheapest broadband price goes to Plusnet. It can secure you £18.99 a month bills for speeds averaging 10Mb. On top of that, Plusnet is throwing in £60 Mastercards, effectively bringing your costs down to £15.65 a month.
What broadband speed do I need?
Super fast fibre broadband deals may sound appetising, but they may not be necessary for your home - especially if you want to cut costs. It could be worth considering slower, cheaper ADSL internet instead.
Broadband speeds are represented in megabits per second, or Mb. Crudely speaking, the more Mbs, the faster the broadband speed. But remember that the advertised speed is the 'average' (more on which below) and doesn't necessarily represent the actual speed you'll end up getting. That varies depending where you live.
0-12Mb This entry-level broadband speed is transmitted via an ADSL connection to your nearest BT exchange. The equivalent to just over 1MB per second, It should be fast enough for small households where only one or two people are using the internet at once. Be aware that if you stream TV, you may experience the odd interruption.
25-50Mb Where Virgin led the way, the rest followed. Now every big provider offers rapid fibre broadband. This is the sweet spot between fast speeds and good value and just the ticket for a family household where four or five members are all streaming, downloading and surfing at once.
50-100Mb If you stream 4K TV or have loads of people trying to use your broadband connection at once, then it may be worth shelling out for the extra speed. It may cost you more, but you're pretty much guaranteed lag-free use - plus, the providers often sweeten the deal with added extras and rewards. 100Mb+ Now we're getting really fast. But we'll be honest, at this point you're only really getting value out of this if you're needing to enhance your upgrade speeds or living in a house with loads of devices connected.
What is 'average' speed for broadband?
Since May 2018, the Advertising Standards Authority changed the requirements for how internet providers promote the speed of their service. Instead of 'up to' speeds, they must now give an 'average'.
For these purposes, average means the speed in Mb received by over 50% of their users between the peak usage hours of 8pm and 10pm in the UK. You're not guaranteed that speed though, so double check with the provider exactly what their minimum speed provisions are.
Is fibre broadband available in my area?
There's one very easy way to find out...scroll to the top of this page and input your postcode. We'll tell you straight away whether you can get fast fibre broadband - alternatively head over to our best fibre deals guide for all your options and some handy buying advice.
Roughly speaking, 90% of UK homes now have the option of connecting to fibre broadband. But if you have your heart on Virgin Media fibre optic broadband deals, it's more like around 60%.
What contract length should I go for?
Most broadband providers lock you in for at least 12 months, with one year plans being by far the most common. That said, perhaps taking their cue from mobile phone contracts, we are now seeing some providers experimenting with longer plans, with 18 month contracts rearing their heads and becoming increasingly popular and brands like Vodafone and BT stretching to 24 months.
On the opposite side of the spectrum, some providers now offer short term rolling contracts. Virgin Media, for example, have 30 day plans for commitment-phobes. The downside is you'll be expected to play a larger setup fee.
When your contract comes to an end, be prepared for your monthly tariff to be hiked - especially if you were lucky enough to get a great introductory offer at the outset.
Will I have to pay anything upfront for broadband?
Possibly. Sometimes known as 'setup', 'upfront' or 'activation' fees, most of the major broadband providers ask for at least some payment when you kick off your contract, even if it's just to cover the cost of delivering your new router. The amount usually depends on what level of package you go for, but it will likely be somewhere between £10 and £60.
But plenty of providers now bucks the old trend and have scrapped their activation fee completely (TalkTalk for example), while others run frequent promotions where they temporarily scrap their upfront cost.
There may be other added extras, too, however. If you take a broadband and TV package, you might be charged for the TV set-top box - that could be totally worth it if you don't already have a device to pause and record live TV.
Do I have to pay more to have a phone line?
If you still use a home landline to make and receive calls, you're in luck - many broadband plans don't just feature a landline, but they actually include it in your monthly price.
You will have to start paying more though when you have a personalised call plan. You'll see your standard monthly bill begin to escalate when you start adding unlimited evening, daytime or international calls to the mix.
Is Wi-Fi and broadband the same thing?
Yes and no. For the majority of broadband deals now available, you will be getting both Wi-Fi and broadband.
Wi-Fi is what enables you to connect your laptop and phone...you guessed it, through wireless connections. This is achieved thanks to the routers that come with your broadband package.
Broadband however is the actual Ethernet, meaning having to connect your device via an Ethernet cable.
Can I cancel my internet plan early?
Cancelling your internet plan early is possible but usually it will cost you a decent amount to do so. Most ISPs carry early-cancellation fees with some asking you to pay per month that you have left, some a percentage or some a flat fee.
While you can cancel early, if you are able to ride it out, this will be the better option, saving you a large amount of money.
My contract has ended, should I change plans?
Yes...always yes! When broadband deals come to an end you end up rolling on but the costs sky-rocket up. This could leave you paying double or even more for the same plan.
When your internet package is coming to an end, take a look at what is available and see if you could get better speeds, prices or freebies somewhere else.
4G and 5G home broadband: what are they?
In recent years, many alternatives have been proposed to broadband, offering more flexible solutions, cheaper plans and other options.
Of all of those alternatives, 4G home broadband has been the most popular and effective. This works by placing a SIM card inside a router, amplifying its connection out to a room/house.
This offers a few key benefits that normal broadband deals can't quite achieve. Most obviously, it doesn't need a set-up process, it can be taken anywhere there is electricity for it to be powered and it offers much more flexible contracts.
Yes, it isn't as powerful as regular broadband but if you can't get fibre where you live, are in need of a temporary solution or any other factor or any other factor that applies, this could be the perfect way to go.
Can I get free gifts with my broadband deals?
The ISPs out there love a good freebie! The likes of BT, Plusnet, Virgin and more will frequently throw in cashback, TV or other top-tier gift. However, these tend to be thrown in quite randomly and we wouldn't rely on them too much.
What we can more reliably predict is cashback. BT and Plusnet almost always throw in some money off or a tasty Mastercard.
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TIA Daily COVID-19 Update: May 14th
As TIA continues to monitor the situation surrounding COVID-19 and it’s impact on the 3PL and transportation industries, here is your Daily Update for May 14. As a reminder, you can find all the latest information, resources, guidance, and news from TIA’s COVID-19 Response Center.
FEDERAL UPDATE:
On May 14, 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced that the Final Rule on the proposed changes to the Hours-of-Service regulations was being sent over to the Federal Register today for printing. The actual final rule will be published sometime next week and will take effect 120-days from the date of the publication.
This is a rule that the Agency began working on a little over two years ago to provide truck drivers with more flexibility in terms of their HOS. There were over 8,000 comments submitted to the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). The following changes incorporate those comments and suggestions and have been made part of the Final Rule, following the 120-day period:
The Agency will increase safety and flexibility for the 30-minute break rule by requiring a break after 8 hours of consecutive driving and allowing the break to be satisfied by a driver using on-duty, not driving status, rather than off-duty status.
The Agency will modify the sleeper-berth exception to allow drivers to split their required 10 hours off duty into two periods: an 8/2 split and a 7/3 split—with neither period counting against the driver’s 14-hour driving window.
The Agency will modify the adverse driving conditions exception by extending by 2 hours the maximum window during which driving is permitted.
The Agency will change the short-haul exception available to certain commercial drivers by lengthening the drivers’ maximum on-duty period from 12 to 14 hours and extending the distance limit within which the driver may operate from 100 air miles to 150 air miles.
The new rule would not increase driving time and would continue to prevent CMV operators from driving for more than 8 consecutive hours without at least a 30-minute change in duty status.
TIA’s Highway Logistics Conference discussed the issue and drafted comments which were submitted to the NPRM in support of increasing flexibility in the driver’s time. If you have any questions, please contact TIA’s Government Affairs team at advocacy@tianet.org.
LUNCH & LEARN UPDATE:
Thanks to everyone who joined today’s Virtual Lunch & Learn webinar “Establishing & Maintaining Carrier Relationships During Major Market Disruption,” and a special thank you to TriumphPay for their sponsorship. As a reminder, all Virtual Lunch & Learn webinars can also be accessed on-demand.
NOËL PERRY UPDATE:
The news from the U.S. contagion is getting marvelously routine – another day with significant reductions in cases and deaths compared to the previous week. The Exhibit 1 middle graph shows the downward progress. The new chart below that shows how progress has occurred despite a continued increase in further tests. The rate of positive results of tests is now about a third of where it was early in April. That decrease indicates that the bug is attacking a declining proportion of our population. The new table at the bottom of Exhibit 2 shows where we are compared to the worst time of the contagion. We are almost a quarter down on tests and almost a third down on deaths.
It is safe to conclude that the U.S. is following the clear pattern established in Asia and Western Europe. This contagion has its limits – well below the catastrophic levels predicted by many experts early on and yet today. With four million data points collected, we have a statistically valid database to help us understand at least this stage of the COVID-19 contagion. Surprizes will have to come from subsequent phases or perhaps from the contagions invasion of South America and Africa, places where it is still on the rise.
We’ll be back tomorrow with COVID-19 updates and information that came through overnight.
Closing out this week’s Navy theme, here’s “Anchors Aweigh.”
The Importance of Membership Engagement in the Political Process
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Mark Lee refuses to apologise for 'disrespectful' HK video
SLAMMED: A screen grab of a report about the video from the website of Hong Kong newspaper Apple Daily.
Netizens slam comedian Mark Lee and fellow DJs over video of them complaining about HK airport food
Rachel Chan
He and his friends thought it was a fun video that everyone could enjoy and laugh at on social media.
But they did not reckon their caustic comments on Hong Kong airport food would raise such a stink among the media and netizens there.
Mediacorp's Love 97.2 FM DJ Mark Lee, 48, and his fellow DJs, Dennis Chew, 43, Marcus Chin, 63, and Chen Biyu, 50, uploaded a short video on YouTube last Wednesday, in which they riffed on how horrible the food tasted at Hong Kong International Airport.
They were at the airport in transit from Hokkaido, Japan, where they had been for seven daysto appear on a radio show.
The video, which has gone viral with about 60,000 views as of last night, got netizens into a lather as they hit back at the jocks for being "disrespectful to Hong Kong" and a "disgrace to Singapore".
Hong Kong's Apple Daily and Malaysia's China Press picked up on the video, and turned it into a platform for netizens to further bash the DJs.
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In the three-minute video, Lee, speaking and cursing in Cantonese, complains about his fried noodles being unpalatable.
The others then chime in, with Chin saying that even his dog wouldn't eat it and Chen commenting that the noodles tasted like "rubber bands".
Lee, who is also known as a comedian and actor, told The New Paper yesterday: "It was quite late at night, at about 11.20pm, and we were extremely hungry, having had to stay there for two to three hours before we could fly back to Singapore.
"Only one place was open, so we had no choice but to eat there. Little did we know that the food would taste so bad.
"The noodles were too dry. It felt like taking a handful of rubber bands and placing them into my mouth to chew."
However, Lee said the main purpose of the video was to make fun of Chew's Cantonese, which was not fluent.
Chew could not be reached for comment yesterday.
PERSONAL VIDEO
Lee added: "It was a personal video, which we all thought was funny and decided to upload on social media for everyone to see."
When asked why he had used bad language, Lee said: "We used that kind of language as we know Hong Kongers speak that way too. It's also to capture people's attention."
WORK TRIP: (From left) Mark Lee, Chen Biyu, Marcus Chin and Dennis Chew were in transit at Hong Kong airport on their way to Singapore.
It certainly caught the attention of netizens, who felt their actions were inappropriate for public figures in the entertainment industry.
One said he was disappointed with their behaviour, and another called them "Singaporean trash who do not understand the meaning of mutual respect".
But Lee was unrepentant and refused to apologise.
He said: "When I cursed, it was quite mild, not something extreme. I just thought that people would focus on Dennis instead.
"I don't regret saying what I said as all of us felt very sad after eating the food. It's an international airport, which represents the food of Hong Kong. How could it be so bad?"
Like Lee, Chin was also not sorry.
He told TNP: "We were quite surprised it went viral, but the food at the airport really tasted horrible. It was not worth our money.
"We were just stating the facts as we really thought that Hong Kong's airport was not like this. I feel that the food at Changi Airport is way better.
"I suggest that reporters in Hong Kong head down to the airport to try out the food themselves, and see how bad it is."
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Watch Juelz Santana And Dave East’s New Video For “Time Ticking”
The track also features Bobby Shmurda and Rowdy Rebel.
By Olivia Craighead
Juelz Santana and Dave East dropped their music video for "Time Ticking," which features Bobby Shmurda and Rowdy Rebel. In the video, directed by Kid Art, Santana and East hang out on a street corner in front of a bodega, waving thousands of dollars at the camera. Shmurda and Rebel aren't in the video, but Rebel can be heard on the phone in the very beginning and end of the video.
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Report On Business
As economy firms, Poloz remains cautious on rates amid high debt levels
Barrie McKennaEconomics Reporter
Published May 1, 2018 Updated May 1, 2018
Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz is grappling with powerful and conflicting economic forces that are complicating his efforts to wean the economy off the low interest rates that are fuelling excessive borrowing.
On the one hand, the economy has picked up momentum and is running near full capacity, with unemployment lower than it has been since the 1970s, making extremely low interest rates no longer necessary.
And yet, in a speech on Tuesday in Yellowknife, Mr. Poloz also highlighted a host of reasons for moving cautiously, including the vulnerability of heavily indebted households as borrowing costs rise, uncertainty over the North American free-trade agreement and lingering effects of the 2008-09 financial crisis.
In spite of all that, Mr. Poloz said the central bank is now “more confident” of the need for higher interest rates. He said the economy is healthy, in spite of the “shadow” cast by record household debt.
“This debt still poses risks to the economy and financial stability, and its sheer size means that its risk will be with us for some time,” he said. “But there is good reason to think we can continue to manage these risks successfully.”
Economists said Mr. Poloz is preparing borrowers and investors for a continuation of gradual rate hikes over the coming months. The central bank has raised its key interest three times since last June.
“That rates are going up is not a hard call to make,” said Toronto-Dominion Bank economist Brian DePratto. “The key question is when.”
Much of Mr. Poloz’s speech focused on the dangers of rising household debt. But Mr. DePratto pointed out that that the central bank is “largely responsible” for the problem, and has the power to stop it.
“You don’t have to be an economist to know that raising the price of something lowers its relative appeal,” he said.
The Bank of Canada will continue “tapping the brakes” with rate hikes, perhaps as early as its next rate-setting announcement on May 30, Bank of Nova Scotia economist Derek Holt said.
The rate now stands at 1.25 per cent. Most economists expect at least one more increase this year. After May 30, the next rate-setting announcement is July 11.
Several major lenders, including Royal Bank of Canada and Toronto-Dominion Bank, raised their posted rates on fixed-rate mortgages in recent days, after sharp increases in government bond yields. RBC’s official rate on a five-year mortgage is now 5.34 per cent, up from 5.14 per cent.
Higher rates coincide with an economy that appears to be perking up. Statistics Canada reported on Tuesday that the economy surged in February after a slow start to the year. Real gross domestic product rose 0.4 per cent month over month, the strongest one-month growth since last spring, reversing course after a decline of 0.1 per cent in January.
The debt of Canadians has been steadily rising over the past 30 years relative to the size of the economy and to incomes. The $2-trillion of total debt, includes $1.5-trillion in mortgages.
The average Canadian now owes $1.70 for every dollar they earn in a year – up from $1 of debt for every $1 of income 20 years ago.
And the share of Canadians with a mortgage is also up sharply, particularly for homeowners between the ages of 55 and 64, he said.
The central bank is keeping a wary eye on people with extremely high debt relative to income. Mr. Poloz said about a fifth of that debt is held by households that owe at least 350 per cent of their annual gross income.
And he issued a pointed warning to these borrowers about the dangers posed by rising rates or a loss of a job on their ability to repay: “It is important for these households to understand how personally vulnerable they may be.”
The Bank of Canada faces a tricky balancing act. Strong demand for housing and a long period of low interest rates swelled debt. But the wider economy still needs stimulus because of economic weakness related to the 2008-09 financial crisis, Mr. Poloz said.
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5 Phnom Penh Hotels to Check Into Now
By Gayatri Bhaumik | April 15, 2019
The exterior of Raffles Hotel Le Royal. Photo: Raffles Hotel Le Royal / Facebook
Most visitors to Cambodia head straight for the temples of Siem Reap or beaches of Sihanoukville. But make for the capital of Phnom Penh and you’ll find an array of exquisite hotels that rival many five-star establishments across the world. Here are five Phnom Penh hotels to check into next time you’re in Cambodia.
A guest room at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal. Photo: Raffles Hotel Le Royal / Facebook
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
You can’t talk Phnom Penh hotels without mentioning this Grande Dame property. Located in the leafy diplomatic quarter with the city’s best within easy reach, this is the premier address in Phnom Penh. Since opening in 1929, this hotel has hosted celebrities, writers, politicians and everyone in between — the Personality Suites are even named for guests like Jackie O and Somerset Maugham. Visually, this grand hotel fuses Khmer elements with Art Deco style that stay true to its history, but the superb service adds a certain feeling of a bygone era. The Elephant Bar is a go-to for afternoon tea and happy hour, while the elegant Restaurant Le Royal dishes up Royal Khmer cuisine — the only purveyor in the city — and is one of the most exquisite dining destinations in town. Of course, there’s also two outdoor pools to lounge by, and a high-end Raffles Spa for pampering treatments.
The pool and a cabana at Plantation. Photo: Plantation / Facebook
Boasting one of the best pools in town, Plantation is an oasis of a boutique hotel and consistently makes the cut for one of the best Phnom Penh hotels. The location’s great and within easy access to everything you could want, but you’ll be hard-pressed to leave. Buildings are 1930s originals and have been lovingly restored by experts, lending a nice blend of history and contemporary styles. Rooms are warm, cozy and comfortable, but get outside for the pool fringed by greenery, cabanas and sunloungers, or the recently-opened spa that specializes in pampering treatments. If you’re hungry, the Pergola restaurant is a destination in and of itself with creative dishes and a great-value three-course set menu.
A guest room at Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. Photo: Sofitel / Facebook
Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
A touch of elegant French je ne sais quoi in the heart of the city, this stands out as one of the best Phnom Penh hotels for its unique combination of location (by the river) service and offerings. Built in the French colonial style, interiors here combine French sophistication with authentic Khmer accents. The 201 rooms come with hardwood floors, dark wood furniture, all the creature comforts you could imagine — and some even boast postcard river views. With four restaurants onsite, you certainly won’t go hungry. Your only problem will be choosing between live cooking stations and theme nights at La Coupoule, Japanese at Hachi, Chinese at Fu Lu Zu, or Italian at Do Forni. If you’re here for some R’n’R, you’ll be well catered to by the hotel’s extensive wellness facilities. There’s a gym, two squash courts, four tennis courts, a pool table, and two pools, along with a plush SoSPA for exquisite, restorative wellness rituals.
A view from the Sora rooftop bar at the Rosewood Phnom Penh. Photo: Rosewood / Facebook
Rosewood Phnom Penh
As the only skyscraper hotel in town, the Rosewood boasts incredible 360-degree views from its chic rooftop bar, Sora. This is artsy opulence at its best, as the hotel features an imposing steel-and-glass structure, a cantilevered roof, and its own art gallery. Rooms here manage to be both modern and traditional with sliding lacquer doors, majestic bathrooms with gold flecks, and batik paneling. At Brasserie Louis, classic Gallic fare is on the menu — think vichyssoise and steak tartare — though the hotel also has Japanese eatery Iza, Cut Steakhouse, and all-day dining destination The Living Room.
A guest room at Le Rose Suites. Photo: Le Rose Suites / Facebook
Le Rose Suites
A stone’s throw from the National Monument and the Royal Palace, this charming boutique hotel is a chic blend of Cambodian aesthetics with modern sensibilities. There are 68 rooms spread across two buildings, each of which are stunningly huge and come with four-poster beds, dark wood furnishings, a complimentary minibar — and a complimentary hour-long traditional massage. The onsite Banana Tree restaurant whips up quality Khmer, Asian and Western dishes, while two pools and a six treatment rooms complete the wellness offerings. Staff here are mostly from PSE, an NGO that trains underprivileged kids in hospitality, so the service is good and done with big smiles.
Note: The author stayed as a guest of the Raffles Hotel Le Royal and Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra.
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Defence system to prevent bushfires
ANU water glider prototype. Picture: Jamie Kidston/ANU.
by Emily Cosenza
1st Oct 2020 5:02 AM
After catastrophic bushfires tore through parts of the country last summer, better ways to detect and prevent future fires have been explored ever since.
Now, a new partnership between Optus and The Australian National University (ANU) will see a national defence system developed that aims to detect bushfires and put them out early.
Advanced research and hi-tech solutions to predict, identify and extinguish blazes will be produced at the ANU-Optus Bushfire Research Centre of Excellence, it was announced on Thursday.
The program will run until 2024 with the first focus being the development of an autonomous ground-based and aerial fire detection system.
In its early stages, a trial will also run involving infra-red sensor cameras being placed on towers in the ACT's bushfire-prone areas, allowing the Territory's Rural Fire Service to visually monitor and spot bushfires before becoming out of control.
Bushfires are expected to cost the country about $30 billion over the next 30 years, according to the ANU, with its modelling suggesting $8.2 billion could be saved over that period with early detection.
Devastation in Moreton National Park after the Currowan fire in NSW. Picture: Supplied
The university's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Brian Schmidt, said the aim was to develop a system that found a fire within minutes of ignition and extinguished it soon after.
"ANU is designing and looking to build highly innovative water gliders with autopilots that will extinguish fires within minutes of them igniting," he said.
"When it comes to fires, every second counts.
"As we saw this season, these fires can cause massive destruction to our environment, homes and infrastructure and they cost lives.
"That's why we are building an integrated defence system to protect Australia from catastrophic fires. This will detect and attack fires before they grow."
ANU water glider prototype. Picture: Supplied
Optus Enterprise managing director Chris Mitchell said the partnership combined strengths and resources that would make a difference in building the nation's resilience and capabilities for bushfires.
"We apply innovation to solve issues and improve outcomes, and for communities in areas prone to bushfire, there is no bigger challenge than battling out-of-control fires," he said.
"Our infra-red sensor pilot will be the first of many technologies which test for early detection, which is absolutely critical to containing disasters before they destroy lives, homes, wildlife and the environment."
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False memories possible in William Tyrrell mystery
A memory expert has told an inquest into missing boy William Tyrrell how false memories can happen.
by Lane Sainty
A memory expert has told the inquest into missing boy William Tyrrell that two crucial pieces of eyewitness testimony in the case could be false memories.
William was wearing a Spider-Man suit and pretending to be a tiger when he vanished from his foster grandmother's home on Benaroon Drive in the quiet northern NSW town of Kendall on September 12, 2014.
An inquest has been under way since March 2019 before deputy state coroner Harriet Grahame, tasked with unravelling the mystery of what happened to the missing three-year-old.
It is expected to finish this week, but the police investigation is still under way.
"Have you given up?" counsel assisting Gerard Craddock asked lead investigator detective Chief Inspector David Laidlaw on Wednesday.
"No," he replied. "We never will."
William was wearing a Spider-Man suit and pretending to be a tiger when he vanished from his foster grandmother’s home on Benaroon Drive in the quiet northern NSW town of Kendall. Pic Police Media
Dr Helen Paterson, a lecturer in forensic psychology at the University of Sydney, told the inquest on Wednesday "our memories are not perfect … we don't remember things like video cameras".
"Many people think memories are reproductions of what we saw," she said. "But every time we recall an event we reconstruct it."
Dr Paterson examined testimony from William's foster mother that two unfamiliar sedans had been parked on the quiet, rural street the morning William disappeared.
She initially told police she had not seen any suspicious cars but remembered two days after the fact, insisting to police the picture was "burnt into my brain".
It has not been corroborated by other witnesses.
"I can't say if it's a genuine memory or a false memory. I can say that it is possibly a false memory," Dr Paterson said on Wednesday.
She offered several possibilities: The foster mother could have genuinely seen the cars that morning, she could have seen them on a different day, or a leading question or photograph could have planted the notion in her mind, generating a false memory.
The foster carer said she remembered looking out the window around 7.30am and thinking it was unusual to have cars parked on the street and so close together.
The memory of this thought could also be from another day, Dr Paterson said.
Dr Paterson said confidence was not always a good indicator of accuracy, and sometimes people who were very sure of a memory and often repeated it to others could have a "confidence inflation" effect over time.
She said this effect appeared to be present in the testimony of Kendall man Ron Chapman, who said he saw two cars drive past his house erratically that morning in 2014.
The first car was driven by a woman and William Tyrrell was standing unrestrained in the back seat, dressed in his Spider-Man suit, Mr Chapman told the inquest last year.
"Originally, he wasn't very confident at all," Dr Paterson said.
Detective Chief Inspector David Laidlaw said when he took over the investigation from former detective Gary Jubelin (pictured) in early 2019 he chose not to do a handover. Picture: NCA NewsWire/Bianca De Marchi
"He wasn't sure if it was a dream or whatever and he became more confident over time, that he had seen William Tyrrell in the vehicle that went past."
Mr Chapman had relied on "script" memory - or what typically happens - in his interview, she said, noting he had misremembered his relatives had been in town and it had not been an ordinary day.
Dr Paterson assumed for her report that neither Mr Chapman nor the foster mother were lying, and each was trying their best to give an honest account.
Broadly speaking, humans were very bad at telling if people were lying, particularly based on their demeanour, Dr Paterson said.
She told the court it was possible to experience "inattentional blindness" in which you do not notice and cannot recall something that happens right in front of you.
This has been measured by experiments, she said, the most famous involving a person who is asked to watch a video and focus on three people in white shirts passing a ball to each other.
A person focused on the task tended to miss a "very obvious" person in a gorilla suit who walks into the middle of the game and beats his chest, she said.
Insp Laidlaw told the inquest there were police working full time on the Tyrrell investigation to this day.
He said when he took over the investigation from former detective Gary Jubelin in early 2019 he chose not to do a handover.
"My view at that stage was that I was going to get more knowledge of the investigation from all those who worked on it, not just the person," he said.
"It's always been with me, 'It's we rather than me'."
Jubelin was stood down from the investigation and later resigned from the police force after he was accused of illegally recording a person of interest, of which he was later convicted.
The inquest continues
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Kenji is a Partner in the Retail Practice at The Partnering Group. His focus is on eCommerce (Retailer & Supplier), eCommerce Category Leadership, Category Leadership 360, and Joint Business Planning.
Partner Capabilities and Experience:
Kenji brings more than a decade of Retail, CPG, and eCommerce experience. His most recent experience was at Content Analytics, a fast-growing eCommerce analytics and content management technology company where he was VP of Partnerships & Business Development. He brought on new accounts with major consumer goods companies including: P&G, PepsiCo, J&J, Kimberly-Clark, Mondelez, Georgia Pacific, Colgate-Palmolive, Hostess, Atkins, Nest, and Snyder’s Lance. He developed a new channel of distribution selling analytics to retailers including Target, Kroger, Home Depot, Sainsburys, and Cencosud.
Prior to Content Analytics, Kenji started an eCommerce consulting company (High Tide Consulting) to help manufacturers optimize their eCommerce go to market with Walmart.com. He grew the business quickly with a portfolio of more than 60 clients in the first year. He then sold High Tide Consulting to Content Analytics.
Kenji spent 7 years at Walmart across a number of roles. He served as the Buyer of Baking & Spices at Sam’s Club, a $750M category of products where he exceeded all financial metrics every year. He founded Sam’s Club’s Joint Business Planning program which is a best-in-industry program to elevate the partnership between Sam’s Club’s buyers and suppliers. He brought this capability to Walmart.com as Walmart began accelerating their eCommerce efforts.
Prior to his retail career, Kenji spent 7 years in the US Navy including tours on a fast attack nuclear submarine (USS Salt Lake City) and at the US Navy’s European Headquarters in Naples, Italy.
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Omnichannel excellence
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Kenji earned his BS in Oceanography from the U.S. Naval Academy, and his MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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Fairer Deals in Future for Growers
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US - An advocacy group has welcomed new regulations for growers covering their contracts with poultry processors.
An advocacy group is applauding new federal regulations designed to protect poultry farmers in contract talks with processors.
Fayetteville Observer reports that the regulations from the US Department of Agriculture, issued earlier this month, require processors to provide written contract offers before farmers invest in new poultry houses, according to Rural Advancement Foundation International USA, a Pittsboro-based advocacy group.
Contract poultry farmers invest their own money to build and upgrade poultry barns to processor specifications. A typical chicken house costs $300,000 to build. Most processors encourage growers to build at least four houses, for an investment of more than $1 million.
The rules allow farmers to discuss contract offers with government agencies, family members, business associates and others before signing a contract.
If farmers are put on an improvement plan by a processor, they must be told why, what steps will be taken to help them improve, and how they can regain good standing.
"I'm glad that USDA is taking action to protect growers," Cameron farmer, Kay Doby, said in a RAFI news release.
Ms Doby raised chickens until Pilgrim's Pride Corp. terminated the contracts of 45 growers in October.
"When the company terminated some farmers' contracts, they were ready to receive their next flock of chickens," she told Fayetteville Observer. "Instead of chickens, they received a termination notice. We had no warning. No one should be in that situation."
Becky Ceartas, RAFI's director of contract agriculture reform, said the rules increase fairness and transparency.
"Before farmers make the financial commitment to build poultry facilities on their farms, they need to know exactly what's expected and what the terms of that arrangement will be," said Ms Ceartas. "An informed farmer can make better decisions, and that benefits everyone."
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A Magic Chinese Robot Helps Us Back to Work
20 May 2020, 16:49 GMT+10
SHENZHEN, CHINA / ACCESSWIRE / May 20, 2020 / Among the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic across the world, over 430,000 people have been infected and nearly 300,000 have lost their lives as of May 12, according to the World Health Organization's official statistics.
Youibot, a Shenzhen-based robot company, decided to do something to help. Several days after the outbreak, Youibot launched an Anti-virus robot named ARIS-K2.
The Newly-developed robot, carried by an AGV, is integrated with infrared thermometer and UV lamp to scan the body temperature of crowds in the daytime, and to continue to disinfect at night. Any action the robot is going to take is specifically preprogrammed.
With Youibot ARIS-K2 was widely used in airports, health care facilities, shopping malls, and office buildings, the company donated some robots to the Hubei Third People's Hospital in Wuhan on March, 17 in order to help the frontline health care workers to fight against the virus.
By using ARIS-K2, the frontline workers can monitor the body temperature of crowds around at the main entrance. When someone has a fever, the system would alarm immediately, then less health care infection would occur. While at night, the system would walk around as programed for sanitization and disinfection.
Currently, this high-tech disinfection solution is being extensively used in 18 countries around the world, like Germany, Italy, Spain, the USA, and etc..And it truly helps the battle against the virus.
'China has found many ways to help control the pandemic, the Youibot ARIS-K2 is just one example,' said Cody Zhang, the CEO of Youibot.
'We have a strong reason to believe that with the commercialization of technologies, the pandemic will be eliminated soon,' he added.
As an innovative high-tech company, Youibot has core algorithms and technologies for mobile robots with self-owned intellectual property rights and is rich in the unmanned transformation of business scenarios. Based on AGVs, Youibot is committed to smart manufacturing, intelligent inspection, and maintenance throughout the industry, comprehensive products, and solutions.
Company: Shenzhen Youibot Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: 5F, D Block, No. 2070 Shennanzhong Rd., Futian District, Shenzhen, China
Website: http://www.Youibot.com
Mobile: +86-199-2533-8919
E-mail: amber@Youibot.com
Contact: Amber Qi
SOURCE: Shenzhen Youibot Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.
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‘We love this day’: Alton-area shoppers show all the love for Small Business Saturday (22 photos)
U.S. shopping holiday emphasizes buying local, keeping money at home
Scott Cousins, scousins@thetelegraph.com
Updated 9:17 pm CST, Saturday, November 30, 2019
Kids interact with one of the 30 vendors Saturday at the Green Gift Bazaar, held at Post Commons in Alton. The event, co-sponsored by Alton Main Street and the Sierra Club, saw more than 1,000 guests peruse local handmade art and crafts.
Kids interact with one of the 30 vendors Saturday at the Green Gift Bazaar, held at Post Commons in Alton. The event, co-sponsored by Alton Main Street and the Sierra Club, saw more than 1,000 guests peruse
Photo: Nathan Woodside | The Telegraph
ALTON — A big crowd looked over local artists’ and vendors’ wares and many stood in long lines for coffee, drinks and snacks, during the first few hours of the Green Gift Bazaar at the Post Commons, making for a good start to Small Business Saturday.
The event, sponsored by Alton Main Street and the Sierra Club, is part of the national “Small Business Saturday” movement, which encourages residents to shop at smaller, local establishments.
This year, the Green Gift Bazaar moved to the Post Commons from the YWCA of Alton, held all consecutive years until now.
“It’s going great,” Alton Main Street Executive Director Sara McGibany said about an hour into the bazaar. “We’ve been packed since 10:05 a.m.”
Approximately 270 people arrived within the first hour, said a volunteer who kept count of those who came through the door for the event, not counting small children or those who were patronizing Post Commons.
“This looks like it’s going to be a record-breaking crowd,” McGibany noted.
“We are doing our part for people to have access to environmentally friendly gift ideas,” she said, “and supporting local artists and makers in the process.”
Anna Baumgartner busied herself looking at alpaca-yarn socks, eventually buying a pair.
“I like the green idea, that everything’s homemade and handmade,” she said. “It’s just fun to look. I already bought quite a bit of jewelry.
“It’s a good spot to come shop. I like that it’s small town and small business.”
Baumgartner had been looking through Nueva Dia Alpacas Midwest, owned by Theresa Kaiser, at the bazaar for her fifth year.
All of her products were made from alpaca fleece, which is the natural fiber harvested from the animal.
“Alpacas are very green and easy on the environment,” Kaiser said. “They have a padded foot, so they’re easy on the ground.
“I’m doing great, I have a lot of repeat customers,” she noted. “I just enjoy the people who are coming through. They understand the value of wearing alpaca. They come back every year to get a pair for somebody else, because they’ve enjoyed what they purchase.”
Across the aisle, Lisa Black, of Alton, shopped with her family. She bought a bracelet for her daughter, Isabel, 3.
“She gravitates toward jewelry, so we knew we’d be coming home with something like that,” Black said.
She said they also wanted to check out Post Commons.
“We haven’t been here for lunch yet,” she explained. “We knew the bazaar was going on, and we wanted to find some unique gifts for our family.”
Many retail businesses also were busy in and around Downtown Alton. Alton Main Street’s prepared fliers listed a number of sales and promotions from Alton businesses and restaurants, including the Olive Oil Marketplace, for Small Business Saturday.
“We love this day, and we really, really appreciate all our loyal customers,” said co-owner Julie Meeks, of Olive Oil Marketplace on Third Street.
They offered about 80 flavors of olive oils and balsamic vinegars at the location. People eating healthier, and also trying new or exotic things, was a big boost for the store.
“People like the fact that they can get their gift ideas,” she said about offering tastings and variety.
Nearby, Ray McFadden and Cassie Starrett looked at olive oils.
“We just want to support the local businesses with our Christmas shopping,” McFadden said.
“These always make a nice little stocking stuffer or gift for family members.”
They also looked at some spices.
Nationwide, more than 66 million people were expected to be out shopping Small Business Saturday, part of the 165 million U.S. shoppers during the entire Black Friday weekend from Thursday through Cyber Monday.
Reach reporter Scott Cousins at 618-208-6447.
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The view from the deck of 318 West Main spans across the waterfront from the U.S. Highway 17 Business bridge, Havens Wharf, Havens Grist Mill property and the western curve of Stewart Parkway; one of two guest bedrooms offering comfort and a private full bath. (Vail Stewart Rumley/Daily News)
‘318 on the River’ features downtown charm, luxury and a river view
By Vail Stewart Rumley
When Joe and Betsy Hester bought their home on West Main Street in Washington in February of 2017, the plan was to make it a weekend place to get away from it all and enjoy the river, downtown Washington and visits from their adult children and grandchildren. It has plenty of gathering space downstairs with an open kitchen/living/dining room area, a traditional front porch and a back deck; upstairs, an apartment with its own entrance also featuring its own kitchen, dining and living areas with two spacious bedrooms, a small deck with a view of the First United Methodist Church spire and another overlooking West Main Street, Havens Wharf, Havens Grist Mill property and the western sweep of Stewart Parkway on the waterfront — their new home was set up perfectly for family gatherings.
Two guest bedrooms offer comfort and its own private full bath.
But life, and busy lives, had other plans.
“They don’t come as often as they’d like to,” Betsy Hester said. “They have busy lives, they live in Raleigh, so it stayed empty the majority of the time. It was my children who said, ‘Mom, why don’t you Airbnb it?’”
It didn’t take long for the idea to germinate, and the retired English teacher set off on a new career as a Super Host with Airbnb. Since, “318 on the River” has been booked the majority of weekends by those looking for a little bit of luxury planted right in the middle of downtown, all the quaintness and charm of small Southern town — complete with a river. Since COVID-19, however, Hester has purposefully slowed those rentals down, providing a bit a time between renters.
The role of Super Host is one Hester takes seriously. If the boutique pillows emblazoned with “Welcome” and “Be Our Guest” aren’t enough of a greeting, then the complimentary bottle of wine set up with glasses on the kitchen’s granite counter might signal a warm reception. Placed at the foot of each queen-size bed is a basket of toiletries, and other must-haves, ranging from bug spray and a flashlight to a universal charger and fresh ground coffee.
Featuring an open kitchen/living/dining room area, this West Main Street upstairs apartment is one of 21 Airbnbs located in the City of Washington. Peppered with locally sourced antiques and original artwork, visitors have left reviews raving about location, hospitality and the great view of the waterfront.
Antiques sourced locally and original artwork pepper the rooms, adding to the charm of an already historic home.
“Almost all the furniture came from antiques shops downtown, and the mattresses came from Big Bargain (Furniture). I tried to do all my shopping here,” Hester said.
It took more than furnishings to create the 5-star Airbnb rental. The upstairs apartment had been rented for many years priors to the Hesters’ 2017 purchase, and renovations encompassed just about everything except the wide plank floors.
“We just love the space up here. It’s bright and airy — it feels good up here,” Hester said.
Pasts guests agree, according to the Airbnb website:
“Our second stay, such a refreshing, restful experience. The treats and extras simply exude hospitality and a warm welcome. The comfort is unquestionably nice, and our hosts were ultra-accommodating! We’ll certainly be visiting again soon. — Wes, October 2019.”
“We came to find Betsy and Joe’s place after my failing to make timely reservations in Greenville for the ECU family fall weekend and I am so glad for my mistake! Their upstairs apartment is just amazing — beautifully decorated but also decked out for fall. We loved having morning coffee on the porch and watching the boats on the water. There were so many thoughtful touches and amenities — more than any other Airbnb we have stayed in to date. We seriously contemplated skipping the tailgate and football game just to stay in Washington and enjoy this beautiful little town. — Michelle, September 2019.”
A guestbook filled with accolades from past renters sits atop an antique desk in the entrance of the upstairs apartment.
For Hester, becoming an Airbnb host has been work, but it’s also been a lot of fun.
“It’s so much fun to meet people. We’ve met some of the most wonderful people, and now we have return visitors. One couple from the western side of the state have been back three times,” Hester said. “Another couple came back and (the apartment) was booked, but they stopped by anyway, just to say hello.”
Introducing visitors to Washington — whether they’re in town for a wedding, for an East Carolina University event or for business — is a practice Hester has passed on from her own first, second and many other visits to the town from their permanent home in Rocky Mount.
In addition to a deck with a view of the waterfront spanning the front of the house, a small deck at the rear of the apartment features a view of one of the town’s most notable church spires — First United Methodist Church on West Second Street.
“We’ve been coming here for 40 years, because Joe was president of PTRF (Pamlico-Tar River Foundation, now Sound Rivers) for a number of years, so we always came for the oyster roast. We’d come for Cycle NC and stay at Pamlico House. Every year, we would come and I would say, ‘Joe, please, let’s buy a place in Washington,’ and one year we came down for the oyster roast, and there was a sign in this yard,” Hester said. “We love the river, we love to kayak and paddle boards and ride bikes. We just have always loved Washington.”
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The Society for the Preservation of Historic Thornhill
Cancelled activities due to COVID-19
Announcement: Thornhill Village Festival
Welcome to the home page of the Society for the Preservation of Historic Thornhill.
The Society for the Preservation of Historic Thornhill (S.P.O.H.T.) was founded
in 1974, following the rapid urbanization of this once rural community.
Residents wanted a medium through which they might preserve the
disappearing architectural heritage of Thornhill.
Over the past 35 years S.P.O.H.T. has undertaken activities such as the
annual Thornhill Village Festival, the production of local history education
resources, the installation of over a dozen heritage markers, and the
establishment of the Thornhill Archives & Special Collections. In addition to
these projects, SPOHT also hosts guest speakers and other special events
throughout the year.
Please support and enjoy these efforts by becoming a member.
Listed below are the SPOHT Events for 2020.
Month Event
February Heritage Evening Meeting
May 7th Jane's Walk
May May Evening Meeting (CANCELLED)
June 17th Annual Day Trip & Mystery Tour (CANCELLED)
October October Evening Meeting (CANCELLED)
November Annual General Meeting (AGM)
History of Thornhill
Thornhill Village Festival
Thornhill Archives
Thornhill Heritage Foundation
Thornhill Garden and Horticultural Society
Heritage Markham
Heritage Vaughan
© 2021 The Society For The Preservation of Historic Thornhill
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Deep Delvings Into Middle-earth
Mortal Men Doomed to Die: The Giver of Gifts and the Wise-women of Middle-earth
Jeff LaSala
Thu Sep 10, 2020 9:00am 23 comments 8 Favorites [+]
"Fog on the Barrow-downs" by Jonathan Guzi
In this scattershot series, we’ll be delving “too greedily and too deep,” prying gems out of the glorious rough that is the extended legendarium of Tolkien’s world. This includes drawing on The Lord of the Rings itself, The Hobbit, The Silmarillion, The Children of Húrin, and the History of Middle-earth (or HoME) books.
By and large, J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium hammers into us—as if on Aulë’s own forge—the fact that when Men kick the can, they don’t come back. Quite unlike their Elven counterparts, for whom “no sickness or pestilence brought death,” Men shuffle off their mortal coils with ease. In our present time, in the real world, where illness is often in the forefront of the news, I’ve personally found that it’s easier than ever to think about the death that all Men must face.
But even in Middle-earth, Tolkien’s secondary world, you sometimes have to wonder: was it supposed to be like this? Well, YES, insist the Elves and even the oft-omniscient narrator of these stories. Ahhh! But that’s not how Adanel—mortal Wise-woman of the First Age—tells it!
So wait, who’s this Adanel? I sure would like to know more myself.
Well, first, she’s not in the published Silmarillion (1977) at all, because she and her tale—like much of the material contained in the History of Middle-earth series—are not part of the “most coherent and internally self-consistent narrative” that was Christopher Tolkien’s priority in the late 1970s. Second, we only know Adanel and her tale, well, secondhand. Which is just something we have to accept that Tolkien liked to do. (I’m talking to you, entire siege of Isengard.) Truly, some of the most fun dialogue in The Lord of the Rings is simply quoted by someone else who’d been there. For example:
“Radagast the Brown!” laughed Saruman, and he no longer concealed his scorn. “Radagast the Bird-tamer! Radagast the Simple! Radagast the Fool!”
That’s right. In “The Council of Elrond,” we’re really just getting Gandalf doing his best Saruman impression for the gathered assembly. I like to imagine he’s standing stiffly and arching his eyebrows in classic Christopher Lee fashion. Who doesn’t enjoy some good Maia-on-Maia mimicry?
Sorry, where was I? Oh yes, Adanel. Adanel is a Wise-woman of the House of Marach (later known as the House of Hador), one of the three great clans of the Edain (a.k.a. the Elf-friends) that settled in Beleriand in the First Age. Who also happen to be the ancestors of the Númenóreans.
Now, the House of Hador specifically produces some of the A-list heroes of the First Age, including Hador (obviously), Húrin, and Túrin, all of whom Elrond cites to Frodo in The Fellowship of the Ring. Now, in one account, Adanel is the great-grandmother of Beren (of ‘and Lúthien’ fame). But she’s explicitly a friend of Andreth of the House of Bëor, another Wise-woman among Men. Which means both women are lore-masters of their people: Scholars, historians, know-it-alls. Though they’re friends, they’re also essentially distant in-laws; Adanel was probably like the cool, sagacious aunt to the younger Andreth.
And as shown in the non-comprehensive chart below, the people of both Hador and Bëor were not only friendly with one another, they got hitched in a few important places in the family tree.
In my last Delving article, I talked much about Andreth and her starring role in the Athrabeth Finrod ah Andreth (or the ‘Debate of Finrod and Andreth’), which is a conversation Christopher Tolkien included in volume 10 of the History of Middle-earth, Morgoth’s Ring. It centers on the preoccupation mortals have with death. (Understandably!)
Whether death was part of the plan for Mankind or simply had it foisted upon them (as Andreth asserts), they do have to deal with it. They fear it, they succumb to it, they suffer over it. Especially for those who love or at least consort with Elves—who don’t appear to physically age and probably don’t even get hangnails—death is front and center. Death is a hunter to Men. An affront! Andreth was clear on that point, and who can blame her?
“The Second Sorrow of Turin” by Peter Xavier Price
Tolkien was fond of a particular quote by French writer, philosopher, feminist, and activist Simone de Beauvoir, and was even filmed reading it aloud to an interviewer (and which just happens to be sampled at the tail-end of this excellent song by the Dutch rock band The Gathering):
There is no such thing as a natural death: nothing that happens to a man is ever natural, since his presence calls the world into question. All men must die: but for every man his death is an accident and, even if he knows it and consents to it, an unjustifiable violation.
The words are de Beauvoir’s, but Tolkien goes on to call them the “keyspring” of The Lord of the Rings. And when you consider the whole of the larger legendarium—that is, The Silmarillion and beyond—it’s nothing short of foundational. No, it’s not only about death; it’s also about consolation and recovery, free will, and the search for hope in the face of despair.
Still, death and mortality are clear and present factors in The Lord of the Rings. By the end of the Third Age of Middle-earth, Morgoth, the great instigator and the cause of so much death and misery, had already been ousted. He’d been shown the door—literally kicked out of the solar system—by his former peers.
But what a mess he’d left behind for the Children of Ilúvatar to fuss over, right?
In fact, here are some relevant glossary terms for this discussion:
Ainur — The Holy Ones, the “offspring” of Ilúvatar’s thought. The beings that joined in the Music of creation, and included those who would become categorizes as the Valar and the Maiar.
Aman — The continent west across the Great Sea from Middle-earth; contains Valinor, the home of the Valar and where a sizable percentage of the Elves have gone.
Arda — The world (little “w”), which includes the Earth, the seas, skies, and even the firmament around them (the planet and its immediate celestial surroundings).
Arda Marred — The version of Arda that is, as a consequence of Melkor’s meddling, not precisely the version of Arda that was meant to be.
Children of Ilúvatar — Both Elves and Men. Biologically, these two races are of the same “species” and as such can “produce fertile offspring,” but the relationship between their respective spirits and bodies mark the greatest distinction between the two. It may be said that Dwarves are “adopted” Children of Ilúvatar.
Eä — The World (big “w”), the entire universe itself, of which Arda is but a part.
Eldar — A word generally synonymous with Elves. Technically, it doesn’t apply to those Elves way back in the beginning who opted to stay where they were and not get factored into any of its recorded history. Those are the Avari, the Unwilling, and they’re the one group of Elves excluded when Eldar are mentioned.
Hildórien — A land in the far east of Middle-earth where Men first awoke in the world.
Ilúvatar — Eru, The One, the singular god of Tolkien’s monotheistic legendarium.
Maiar — Powerful spirits that were around before Arda itself. They are of a lesser order than the Valar, but some are nearly as mighty. Gandalf, Sauron, and Balrogs are all Maiar.
Men — Humans, men and women both.
Middle-earth — The massive continent where most of the stories in the legendarium take place. Contains regions like Eriador and Rhovanion. Beleriand once formed its northwestern corner.
Melkor / Morgoth — The Enemy, the original Dark Lord and fomenter of all evil. Formerly the mightiest of the Ainur.
Valar — The “agents and vice-gerents” of Eru, the upper echelon of spiritual beings, set above the Maiar, and established by Ilúvatar to shape and govern Arda.
Right, so the Firstborn are the Elves, and their heyday has passed. Most have already left Middle-earth for the deathless shores of Aman or Tol Eressëa (together known as the Undying Lands). Those who haven’t are either fishing for their keys and heading out the door toward the Grey Havens or they’re sticking around just a wee bit longer to play some final role in the resistance against Sauron.
Oh yes, Sauron: president emeritus of assholery in the Second and Third Ages, inheritor of his old boss’s legacy, the Maia who pulled that shit with the Rings of Power and has been steadily growing back his strength since Isildur failed to destroy the Dark Lord’s favorite bauble.
“Sauron” by Kenneth Sofia
Now, the Secondborn of the Children of Ilúvatar, mortal Men, can’t just bugger off. They’ve only got three choices concerning the threat of Sauron.
Resist . . . like the good guys do.
Despair of his inevitable-seeming triumph . . . like Denethor.
Throw in with him . . . which many do, like the Easterlings and the Haradrim, whether they’ve done so willingly or by coercion (probably a mix of both).
Bottom line is, like Hobbits and Dwarves, Men have no option to escape their peril while still alive. They cannot sail into the West; there is no Blessed Realm to receive them, no home base that the Dark Lord cannot eventually overcome. Yet—and this is the crazy thing—Elves maintain that Men have a destiny both within the world and without. On the one hand, the fall of Sauron will mark the Dominion of Men for Middle-earth . . . yet, when they die, no matter the state of things, they will leave that Dominion entirely and go beyond the Circles of the World, never to return. What a weird state to be in! Middle-earth is a revolving door for us, yet we’re meant to be in charge?
So, let’s back up and see how we got here. In Morgoth’s Ring, Tolkien presents a kind of “what if” version of the dawn of Mankind in the Tale of Adanel. This occupies a nebulous place in the legendarium, in that we can’t get reliable eyes on it—and possibly that was intentional. Even the Athrabeth wasn’t neatly tied into his retconned writings (it presented at least one continuity problem), and the Tale of Adanel is nested even deeper in that uncertainty. The bottom line is, Tolkien only noodled around with the true nature of Men and didn’t get around to putting a fine point on it. And maybe that’s for the best. If we learn too much, it’ll be demystified. Myth-busted. And Tolkien was all about myth.
But in the later years of his life, he was thinking a lot more about the souls of his creations (even Orcs, the topic of another article to come), and he did so, it seems, to try to make his secondary world more compatible with his own Catholic beliefs. He explored some of these diegetically, in-world, not just in treatise form. Finrod’s debate with Andreth is a prime example, since he set it during a specific moment in time—before Morgoth breaks from his confinement in Angband and kickstarts the incremental defeats of the Elves of the First Age.
Tolkien really did choose a very interesting point in time for his Athrabeth, too. There was so much more history about to unfold that would have informed a discussion like Finrod and Andreth’s. Imagine if he’d written a second debate about death, one between a different High Elf and another Wise-woman or man, except placed sometime after the rise and fall of Númenor in the Second Age—after the most gifted group of Men were soundly punished for trying to seize immortality from the Valar by force. Oh yeah, and after the world went global and became more like the Earth we know. Talk about having new context and new information, to discuss. Talk about revising beliefs!
Sadly, the Athrabeth Galadriel ah Elendil is just something I’ll have to pretend happened.
The truth is, we can only read about Tolkien’s deeper insights as unrefined possibilities via the History of Middle-earth series that his son curated for us. Again, these are the essays and stories that Tolkien hadn’t fully polished and so cannot be neatly dropped in among better-known works.
So yes, one such insight is the Tale of Adanel. It’s the apocryphal Disaster (capital D!) of Men, an event analogous to the Kinslaying among the Elves. Quite possibly it’s just a parable that Men cling to, to try to make their fate more comprehensible. It’s a short tale dropped at the end of the Athrabeth, and it’s told in the voice of Andreth as she relays the story that her friend told her. Remember, this is a narrative specifically not shared with the Elves at large; Finrod is extra special for hearing this—if even he got to—and so are we.
In this tale, it’s implied that Morgoth did, in fact, sneak out of his bunker in Angband at some point specifically to mess with Men soon after their awakening. There is some small but significant support for this even in The Silmarillion. From the chapter “The Flight of the Noldor,” where we’re told that Morgoth, forever trapped in the body of “a dark Lord, tall and terrible,” settles in Angband with his newly fashioned crown set with stolen Silmarils:
Never but once only did he depart for a while secretly from his domain in the North; seldom indeed did he leave the deep places of his fortress, but governed his armies from his northern throne.
Secretly—that’s the key word.
Then, in “Of the Coming of Men Into the West”:
But it was said afterwards among the Eldar that when Men awoke in Hildórien at the rising of the Sun the spies of Morgoth were watchful, and tidings were soon brought to him; and this seemed to him so great a matter that secretly under shadow he himself departed from Angband, and went forth into Middle-earth, leaving Sauron the command of the War. Of his dealings with Men (as the shadow of the Kinslaying and the Doom of Mandos lay upon the Noldor) they perceived clearly even in the people of the Elf-friends whom they first knew.
“First Sunrise In Hildórien” by Šárka Škorpíková
Armed with all this, let’s jump out of The Silmarillion and back into Morgoth’s Ring. Here we find Finrod, a Noldorin king (and the best Elf ever), imploring his mortal friend Andreth to tell him the story that’s apparently only ever told among Men. A story about how and why death was imposed on Men, as they believe. Throughout her debate with Finrod, Andreth maintained that Men were not mortal from the get-go, but were made that way only after the fact as a curse. Which is contrary to pretty much everywhere else the fate of mortals is discussed. It was a mind-blowing to Finrod, but he was receptive to the idea (like many Elves might not be).
In their debate, Finrod had asked:
Therefore I say to you, Andreth, what did ye do, ye Men, long ago in the dark? How did ye anger Eru? For otherwise all your tales are but dark dreams devised in a Dark Mind. Will you say what you know or have heard?
He doesn’t believe it remotely possible that Morgoth could shorten the lives of Men, but at least allows for the possibility that Ilúvatar could have done so as a punishment. He doesn’t understand how, which is why he presses to hear the tale. Andreth relents and tells it. And so here it is, or my version of it. And remember, this is secondhand information, since Andreth, in turn, was told this story by Adanel, who passed it down from her people’s lore-masters.
Let’s suppose it was presented as a kind of old-fashioned morality play. It might look something like this.
“Melkor reaching Arda” by Šárka Škorpíková
ADANEL’S TALE: A Play in One Act
Enter MEN (and women of the race of Men, of course).
Men: Look at us, we’re totally new. This is our beginning!
Other Men: Our origin story. And look, none of us have even died yet.
Other Men: Died? What are you even talking about?
Other Men: LOL, no idea. We don’t even have a language yet. We’re basically just miming things at this point.
Enter the VOICE.
VOICE: Listen up, all of you.
Men: Whoa, who are you? We hear you, though we can’t see you. You’re everywhere and yet right here, it seems. We’re listening!
VOICE: You are all my kids, and I put you here on Earth to live. In time, you’ll even be in charge of this place. But you’re still young and have much to learn first. Call to me; I will always hear you.
Men: And not even in a creepy way.
Other Men: We hear you in our hearts. But we’d love to use actual spoken words from our speaking mouths, so we’re going to have to invent some. Might take a while, since there aren’t that many of us yet, none of us are linguists, and this world is big and unfamiliar. We want to learn everything! Let’s get started.
VOICE: Exactly, that’s the idea.
Men: Well, we’re coming along, I guess. We’ve been calling for the Voice a lot, and it always responds, which is awesome. It really seems to care about us, but boy is it mysterious! Doesn’t always answer our questions.
VOICE: Right. I want you guys to find some answers on your own first. There is joy in discovery. It’s how you grow up, how you become wise. Don’t hurry, don’t try to skip steps or cut corners. There’s plenty of time.
Men: But we sure are impatient! We want to start making decisions about things before we properly even understand them. We can kinda sorta imagine how we want things to be. How about we do that! Maybe we don’t need to speak to the Voice so much, then?
Enter the GIVER OF GIFTS.
GIVER: What’s up?
Men: Whoa, who are you? We can actually see you. You look like us, but you’re…more remarkable and easier on the eyes.
GIVER: I came because I sympathize with you people. You’re basically unchaperoned. You shouldn’t have been left to figure things out on your own like this. The world is full of amazing wealth which you can access sooner rather than later, if you’ve got the know-how. You could have even more food than you’ve figured out how to get so far. Tastier, too. How about bigger homes? Would you like that? Way more comfortable ones, too, with, like, interior lighting and proper insulation. And you could even get ritzy togs like I’ve got.
Men: Yeah, your clothes are gilded and silvery! And look, you’re even wearing a crown! What are those little shiny stones in your hair?
GIVER: Pretty sweet, aren’t they? They’re called gems. If you like what you see, and want the things I’m talking about but without all the dicking around, then let me be your teacher.
Men: We’re hot for teacher!
GIVER: Exccccellent.
Men: So, umm, I really thought we’d be further along than this.
Other Men: He seems to be taking his time with the whole teaching thing, isn’t he?
Men: Yeah, we still have things we want to find or make. I have to say, all this waiting has only made us think up more things we want.
Enter the GIVER.
GIVER: Do not doubt me. Look, here are some of those things.
Men: Woo-hoo! Having things is great.
Other Men: Does anyone else notice he only seems to bring stuff when we get really antsy, though?
GIVER: Shush. I am the Giver of Gifts. Just keep trusting me and they’ll keep coming.
Men: The Giver of Gifts sure is swell. We should be totally deferential to him. Heck, we need him. No way would we have ever been able to get this much loot without him.
Other Men: Let’s not rock the boat. He’s our only way to maintain this swingin’ lifestyle, and there’s so much more to find out: animals, plants, how we were made, the Sun and the Moon, what those nighttime stars are all about, and all that spooky darkness in the sky behind them.
GIVER: Everything I teach you about is good, right? I know more than anyone. I know the best things. Everybody says so. And yes, let’s talk about that Dark up there. It’s the crème de la crème, that Darkness. It’s infinite! And I would know, it’s where I came from. In fact, I’m the master of the Dark, and I made the Sun and the Moon and all those stars that inhabit it. I will always protect you from the Dark, which otherwise would eat you up.
Men: That’s…not at all creepy.
Other Men: What about the Voice, though? Remember that, guys?
GIVER: NO. That was the voice of the Dark you heard. I’m its master, remember? It didn’t want me to come teach you things; it jealously wants you for its own appetite.
The GIVER leaves.
Men: So…why did the Giver of Gifts up and leave for such a long time?
Other Men: We feel rather…lacking. Empty now. Without the cool stuff the Giver brings us, we’re just not the same. Do we really have to go out and look for it ourselves?
Other Men: Also, what’s up with the Sun getting so dim? I mean, it’s really getting dark. Look, even the beasts and birds are quiet and afraid.
The GIVER approaches.
Men: Uh-oh! Everyone, eyes down! We shouldn’t anger him.
GIVER: Some of you are still listening to the Voice of the Dark, aren’t you? Ergo, the light is failing. Choose, you Men. Choose NOW. It’s me or the Dark. If you wish to have the Dark be your lord, so be it. There are plenty other places more worthy of my time. I certainly do not need you. Swear to serve me, or I shall go.
Men: We choose you. And only you. We will renounce that dumb old Voice and not listen to it anymore.
GIVER. Good. Now build me a temple somewhere high up, call it the House of the Lord. I will go there whenever I come to you. And you will call to Me and make your formal pleas to Me from there only.
Men: There, we’ve done it. And look, it’s lit! Even with fires, just like we think you wanted.
GIVER: Good. Now, if any of you still listen to the Voice of the Dark, come here before me.
None go forward.
GIVER: Did I stutter? Come before Me and bow. Name Me as your Lord.
All Men: You are the only one for us, Lord, Master, whatever you want. We are all Yours.
They bow.
GIVER: Behold my fire! [poof]
The GIVER disappears.
Men: Ouch, so hot! Wait…where did he go?
Other Men: And why is it so dark now? Let us flee this place!
Men: The Dark is still out there, above us, seeking us. It’s giving us the willies.
Other Men: Our Master isn’t coming by much anymore, either. And when he does, his gifts are slim pickings.
Other Men: We have gone into his House to pray to him, and we’ve heard him, but instead of giving gifts, he asks for gifts. From us. As payment! He wants us to…do things…to earn his attention.
Men: The things he commands us to do are not good things. And they’re getting worse.
VOICE: You have all renounced me, but you are still my children.
Men: Yay! The Voice is back!
Other Men: Uh-oh! The Voice is back!
VOICE: I put you here and gave you life. But you blew it. Now that life will be short, and each of you will return to Me in due time, and you will learn just who it is you’ve worshipped and called your Lord. (FYI, I made him, too.)
Men: Why has the Voice stopped speaking? Now we’re even more afraid of the Dark, since the Voice is the Voice of the Dark.
Other Men: Allegedly.
Other Men: And we look like shit. We’re starting to waste away here. Master, save us from this…death! We are afraid of that Darkness behind the stars.
Other Men: The Master doesn’t answer anymore, either. Maybe we should try pleading in the House.
Men go into the House.
Men: We have come here, Master. Save us from death! We bow down.
The GIVER enters.
GIVER: Well, look who’s come crawling back. Now you must do what I say. Remember, you are all Mine. What I don’t care about: that some of you are dying off, which feeds the Dark. Suits me just fine, since you’re multiplying on this Earth anyway, infesting it like bugs. Now, if you don’t do as I say, you will experience my wrath and die even sooner.
Men: Woe are we. Now we grow tired, and hungry, and sick. The Earth has turned against us. The elements, the flora, the fauna, all have become hostile to us. Even the shade of the trees, for crying out loud.
Other Men: If only we could go back to the time before the Master came.
Other Men: Shhh! We may hate him now, but he’s as scary as the Dark is. We just have to do what he says and keep our heads down.
Other Men: No, we’ve got to do more than what he says. We must regain his favor, no matter how evil our acts. At least maybe he won’t kill us that way?
Other Men: That’s not working so much.
Other Men: Speak for yourself. He shows some of us favor, we who are tougher and more ruthless and hang out in his House more often, worshipping. He still gives us gifts, and secret knowledge. We are more powerful than you. So we will command you as well!
Rebels Among Men: Yeah, well, at least we know who is the liar now. At least the Voice never wanted to kill us. But our Master, the so-called Giver of Gifts? He’s the Master of the Darkness; he lives in it. We will serve him no more. He is our Enemy.
Other Men: Then we will kill you, so that the Master doesn’t hear you saying these things and punish us all!
The rebels are hunted, and most are caught and dragged into the House and sacrificed in fire.
Other Men: That pleases the Master. He’s easing up on us a bit.
Other Men: Just a bit.
Other Men: Well, we got most of them, but some who resisted the Master have escaped us! They’ve fled into faraway lands. D’oh!
The Rebels Among Men: Well, we’ve gotten away, but we know the Voice is surely still angry with us, for we had bowed down to the Giver of Gifts, who is our Enemy.
Other Rebels Among Men: We’ve traveled far across the lands and now we’ve reached an insurmountable body of water. Can anyone swim?
Other Rebels Among Men: Well, crap. It turns out the Enemy is already here in this new realm before us.
“Melkor/Morgoth” by Kenneth Sofia
Annnnd…scene! That’s it. Full stop. It’s where the Tale of Adanel ends.
For those familiar with The Silmarillion, those rebellious Men who finally resisted the Giver of Gifts go on to become the Elf-friends. Led by Beör the Old, they meet Finrod after crossing the Blue Mountains, which cheers them up. But then they got the bad news: that Shadow of evil they’d tried to put behind them was actually living in Beleriand the whole time (well, just north of it). Apparently, his stint as the Giver of Gifts was just a side hustle.
As recorded in “Of the Coming of Men Into the West,” some disgruntled Men said to themselves:
We took long roads, desiring to escape the perils of Middle-earth and the dark things that dwell there; for we heard that there was Light in the West. But now we learn that the Light is beyond the Sea. Thither we cannot come where the Gods dwell in bliss. Save one; for the Lord of the Dark is here before us…
As should be plain, the Disaster depicts a kind of “Kinslaying” moment for Mankind, not so coincidentally reminiscent of the Christian Fall of Man for the massive ripple effect it has on the race forever more. Not only did Men kill one another at the bidding of the Giver of Gifts—the so-called Lord and Master of the Darkness itself—they worshipped him. And the Voice! That is seemingly Eru Ilúvatar himself—an astonishing fact, if true, since while the mighty Valar have spoken with their creator firsthand, none of the Elves ever have.
So this is what Andreth didn’t want to tell Finrod during their debate, the reason why mortals believe they die: because they refused to obey Eru, and in their impatience, laziness, and greed, they stooped to the worship of Morgoth himself. Now, are we to consider this event as having been “real” in the context of Tolkien’s secondary world? Is this what he was really working his way towards retconning? (As he did some other things.)
Not necessarily. For one, it challenges all the ideas about mortal death throughout the legendarium. It’s counter to what the Elves believe, and what the Valar, in turn, were told about them. And though neither Elves nor Men were made by the Valar—their spirits, bodies, and fates were exclusively an Ilúvatarian project—the Valar were still given great authority over life and death. If Ilúvatar intended Men to live forever, only to put the brakes on that early in their development, I think Manwë and Mandos, in the very least, would have been informed. And that would certainly have been taken into consideration in the whole Númenor event, wouldn’t it?
Then there’s simply the evidence that Tolkien puts forth. After the initial “debate” with Finrod, yet before the Tale of Adanel, he writes (in his own voice, not even through a narrator):
It is probable that Andreth was actually unwilling to say more. Partly by a kind of loyalty that restrained Men from revealing to the Elves all that they knew about the darkness in their past; partly because she felt unable to make up her own mind about the conflicting human traditions.
He goes on to say that the Edain had written accounts of Andreth’s convo with Finrod, and according to some of the ones “edited under Númenórean influence,” she did eventually relent and tell him Adanel’s tale “under pressure.” Of course, the way the Giver of Gifts tricks these mortals into doing his bidding, turning them against their divine creator in order to attain greater worldly power, sure sounds like what Sauron did as advisor to the last king of Númenor. Coincidence? Was that Sauron acting out of his old boss’s playbook, or is it just too on the nose? The downfall of Númenor and the story of Men’s fall might simply come from the same mythic tradition. How many real-world cultures have stories about dragons without obvious connections between them, after all?
Then there’s Morgoth himself. In The Silmarillion, when the Sun rose for that first time and Men awoke in the far east, Morgoth was already trapped in his wicked-looking Dark Lord persona because he’d squandered his power and was unable to “change his form, or walk unclad, as could his brethren.” In his old “tyrant of Utumno” get-up, Morgoth cannot appear as pretty as he is so often rendered in fan fiction. By the limits of his own misspent power, he cannot assume a form like the one described in the Tale of Adanel:
and lo! he was clad in raiment that shone like silver and gold, and he had a crown on his head, and gems in his hair.
Just gems? Regular ol’ shiny rocks? And the headpiece we’re talking about here would have to be the very “great crown of iron” he’d forged for himself, set the three stolen Silmarils in, and that “he never took from his head, though its weight became a deadly weariness.” I’d think it would be hard to conceal this, even for him. Those Silmarils shine like the dickens! That’s kind of their whole deal.
“Morgoth” by Frédéric Bennett
So what’s the alternative? Was the Giver of Gifts still somehow Morgoth, or are we to believe he was hiding out in the bushes like Cyrano de Bergerac, whispering to some good-looking proxy and telling him what to say? We know he employs plenty of “shadows and evil spirits” throughout The Silmarillion, who engage in all kinds of espionage schemes. But would one of these lesser beings really be up to the task of corrupting the Secondborn of the Children of Ilúvatar on his behalf?
In theory, the Giver could even have been Sauron, right? Maybe Morgoth brought him along on his road trip to the far east. Though he was Morgoth’s lieutenant at the time, Sauron was perfectly capable of fair-featured, silver-tongued deception at this point in time, in terms of sheer power. But if Sauron played such a crucial role, corrupting the Secondborn and getting them saddled with the fate of death forever, that sure seems like a bigger deal than anything he’s associated with later. Including the Rings of Power. The Fall of Man would definitely have gone on his résumé, is what I’m saying.
So yeah, points and counterpoints abound. Elsewhere in Morgoth’s Ring, Christopher Tolkien shares another deleted scene concerning that time when Melkor/Morgoth goes to recruit Ungoliant(e), the gigantic primordial arachnid who was weaving webs in mountain clefts before it was cool. When she doesn’t come out to greet him, Melkor scolds her:
‘Come forth!’ he said. ‘Thrice fool: to leave me first, to dwell here languishing within reach of feasts untold, and now to shun me, Giver of Gifts, thy only hope! Come forth and see! I have brought thee an earnest of greater bounty to follow.’
Now, is it just a coincidence that Morgoth calls himself the Giver of Gifts here? Maybe he was just been workshopping that title, throwing it at a web to see if it sticks? If it works on an unfathomably evil giant spider, surely it will work on measly mortal bipeds! Hmm. Does coming up with a grandiose epithet only to drop it onto some lowly henchman sound like something Morgoth would do? And I must say, the corruption of Men through lies and alternative facts feels like it’s got that personal Melkor touch to me. Interestingly, but maybe not surprisingly, it’s worth remembering that when Morgoth is taken out of the picture in the Second Age, Sauron calls himself Annatar, the Lord of Gifts, when conning Celebrimbor and the Elves of Eregion.
Of course, even if Morgoth didn’t show up in person to coerce Men into worshipping him, there is one thing we know he did succeed with. Per The Silmarillion:
Death is their fate, the gift of Ilúvatar, which as Time wears even the Powers shall envy. But Melkor has cast his shadow upon it, and confounded it with darkness, and brought forth evil out of good, and fear out of hope.
Which is to say, death for mortals was never supposed to be a punishment, nor even seen as one. Only a sorrow, maybe, that is more like a parting before the next meeting. But Morgoth spoiled it. Pissed all over it. Made it scary and gross. Made it fearful. Got mortals all worked up over it so that it becomes a defining part of their culture. With wisdom, some of the Edain in later days do come to understand it…better, if not completely. The early kings of Númenor hand off their scepters to their successors and surrender peaceably to death without a fuss. Even Aragorn eventually does at the end of his long life. There is still mourning in the event, but there is also acceptance.
From Appendix A of The Lord of the Rings, King Elessar tells his wife, Arwen:
Nay, lady, I am the last of the Númenóreans and the latest King of the Elder Days; and to me has been given not only a span of thrice that of Men of Middle-earth, but also the grace to go at my will, and give back the gift. Now, therefore, I will sleep.
No, I don’t think Tolkien was preparing to throw Aragorn under the bus of revision and make false his deathbed words.
Screenshot: New Line Cinema
Andreth believed that the Shadow—Morgoth himself—imposed death on Men and that the Valar and the Elves simply couldn’t stop it. She felt Men were wronged. Yet Adanel’s tale places the wrongdoing on Men for the sins of worshipping a false god. There was shame in the story; hence it was kept mum. But there was also some blame given, if indirectly, to Ilúvatar; the tale suggests that for Men’s disobedience he changed their fates forever.
Yet for all its disjointed place in the legendarium, I appreciate that we have this account of the Disaster. Whatever its validity, the story resonates. It’s familiar. Maybe too familiar. It gives weight to Andreth’s bitterness and the human condition—whether there is truth in it or not, it places Tolkien’s “gift of death” at odds with humanity’s expectations. Or at least with its desires. No matter what, things weren’t going to add up smoothly for Men (or anyone), because this is still Arda Marred. Ilúvatar isn’t going to simply unmar it. That’s not his style. He allows the marring, and then uses its consequences for the betterment of all, “in the devising of things more wonderful.” Wisdom from sorrow.
Tolkien might have been considering the truth of the matter, or he might simply have been doing what he did with a lot of his writing after The Lord of the Rings: filling in the many, many gaps. Not just stories about what happened in the Elder Days of Middle-earth but the stories that its inhabitants told, factual or not. That’s what makes the legendarium so rich, so believable. Had Tolkien actually gone on to make the Disaster canon, then to me, it wouldn’t be as compelling. It upends his way-cooler concept of death as a gift—a release from the evils of Arda Marred. With this, death is a springboard to some other unguessable destiny.
But let’s not mistake acceptance of death for Men (when it comes) as Tolkien green-lighting suicide. Far from it—the characters in Middle-earth who take their own lives directly are making tragic choices. Túrin’s final act isn’t courageous, it’s despairing. Denethor’s hopelessness and self-made pyre play right into Sauron’s hands. Even Éowyn tells Faramir that she “looked for death in battle,” but Aragorn calls even that part of her “malady,” and in the aftermath her heart and mind find healing. To quote the words of another Tolkien fan (going way back), and a hero of mine, whose passing early this year is still a sadness of its own:
All of us get lost in the darkness
Dreamers learn to steer by the stars
All of us do time in the gutter
Dreamers turn to look at the cars
Turn around and turn around and turn around
Turn around and walk the razor’s edge
Don’t turn your back
And slam the door on me
Mortality seems to be natural for Men, but that doesn’t mean they—err, we—aren’t in many ways shortchanged. Even Finrod conceded that to Andreth. Death might come sooner than it should. We fear it, we even perceive it as unnatural, as though it’s some mistake. That’s part of the marring, and Morgoth—and sometimes humanity’s poor decisions—can rightly be held to blame for that. I can’t imagine any real-world belief system that wouldn’t regard death by accident, sickness, or violence as “an unjustifiable violation,” anyway. Simone de Beauvoir called it. The hope is for the rest of us to keep moving forward in spite of this, to seek the wisdom and compassion left in its wake.
After all, as Aragorn says much earlier in his life, when there was still a Dark Lord to fight, “We have a long road, and much to do.”
Top image from “Fog on the Barrow-downs” by Jonathan Guzi.
Jeff LaSala knows quoting Rush might seem like a deviation from Tolkien but assures you it isn’t. He can’t leave Middle-earth well enough alone and is unapologetically responsible for the The Silmarillion Primer, He also wrote a Scribe Award–nominated D&D novel, produced some cyberpunk stories, and now works for Tor Books. He sometimes sputters about on Twitter.
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Exploring the People of Middle-earth: Lobelia Sackville-Baggins, an Unexpected Hero
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A Safety Management System (SMS) is a comprehensive, collaborative approach to managing safety. It brings management and labor together to control risk better, detect and correct safety problems earlier, share and analyze safety data more effectively, and measure safety performance more precisely.
SMS helps transit agencies apply resources to risk and ensure they have the organizational infrastructure to support decision-making at all levels regarding the assignment of resources.
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Defined safety roles and responsibilities;
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Active employee involvement.
Operators of public transportation systems that are subject to the PTASP rule must develop and implement SMS processes as part of their agency safety plans.
02. How does SMS differ from system safety?
The key difference between SMS and system safety is how safety is managed under each approach. FTA’s PTASP rule requires transit operators to manage their safety risks through the implementation of SMS. SMS is a top-down, data-driven management system which involves the continuous collection and analysis of information that helps a transit operator become proactive about how it addresses safety risks. In contrast, system safety—a common transit industry approach to safety—is an engineering discipline that incorporates safety into a system during its design and construction.
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While the system safety approach effectively resolves many hazards, new safety risks may emerge over time with deviations in work practices, performance changes in system equipment or component parts, degraded conditions, aging infrastructure, integration of old and new technologies, and workforce changes. Using methods prescribed in the typical SSPP, it is difficult to identify and assess these new safety risks. By using the principles of SMS, the PTASP promotes the collection and analysis of more information from the frontline, supervisors, automated systems, customers, audits of normal operations, and other activities to help the rail transit agency manage safety risks and regularly monitor the effectiveness of safety risk mitigation. SMS also brings accountability for safety to the top levels of the organization, so the PTASP final rule requires each transit operator to designate an accountable executive who is ultimately responsible for managing safety and allocating resources to improve safety. SMS requires each employee and function within an organization to assume responsibility for safety, not just the safety office. Two other key components of SMS are the safety risk management and safety assurance processes, where data is collected and analyzed, priorities are established, and solutions are introduced then measured against performance, and monitored and evaluated to ensure the solutions are effective.
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Drip by drip, U.S. Republicans edge away from Trump election claims
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Calls for Mr. Trump to accept defeat have been stronger outside Washington, even from some of his staunchest supporters
More prominent Republicans joined the call on Monday for President Donald Trump to end efforts to overturn his election defeat and allow President-elect Joe Biden to begin the transition to a new administration.
Twenty days after Election Day, most members of Mr. Trump’s party still refused on Monday to refer to Mr. Biden as President-elect, or question Mr. Trump’s insistence — without evidence — that he only lost on Nov. 3 because of fraud.
Mr. Trump’s legal team has suffered a string of judicial defeats in its bid to prevent states from certifying Mr. Biden as the presidential election winner, and legal experts say the remaining cases do not give Mr. Trump a viable path to overturning the election results.
Republican Senator Shelly Moore Capito, who represents West Virginia, which overwhelmingly backed Trump, issued a statement saying there was no indication that any election irregularities were widespread enough to call Biden’s victory into question.
Republican Senator Rob Portman — co-chairman of Trump’s campaign in Ohio who rarely breaks with party leaders — said there was no evidence of widespread election fraud and called for the transition to begin.
“It is now time to expeditiously resolve any outstanding questions and move forward,” Mr. Portman wrote in a Cincinnati Enquirer opinion column on Monday.
However, Mr. Portman did not refer to Mr. Biden as “President-elect” and referred to his becoming the next president as a “likely event.” Capito also did not refer to Mr. Biden as President-elect.
Senator Lamar Alexander, who is retiring from his Tennessee Senate seat at the end of the year, called on Mr. Trump to “put the country first and have a prompt and orderly transition to help the new administration succeed.”
In a statement issued after Michigan certified its election results in a blow to Trump’s efforts to overturn the election, Alexander said, “When you are in public life, people remember the last thing you do.”
Calls for Mr. Trump to accept defeat have been stronger outside Washington, even from some of his staunchest supporters, including former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who called Trump’s behaviour “a national embarrassment” in an interview on ABC.
And more than 100 former Republican national security officials published a letter on Monday asking that party leaders denounce Trump’s refusal to concede, calling it a dangerous assault on democracy and national security.
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861. Time Trends in Characteristics of Patients Undergoing Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in California, 2007-2010. (Abstract)
Time Trends in Characteristics of Patients Undergoing Primary Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in California, 2007-2010. As the number of total hip and knee arthroplasty cases increases, it is important to understand the burden of factors that impact patient outcomes of these procedures. This article examined the time trends in key demographics, clinical characteristics, comorbidity burden (Deyo-Charlson Comorbidity Index [CCI]), and presence of depression in patients undergoing primary total (...) hip arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty using population-based, all-payer inpatient database, California Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project, from 2007 to 2010.Chi-square tests and analysis of variance were used. Multivariate logistic regression analyses were also performed to compare the prevalence of depression in 2007 to later years.In the primary total hip arthroplasty cohort, the prevalence of depression significantly increased by 20%, mean age decreased by 0.4 years, mean length
862. Physical therapy vs. internet-based exercise training for patients with knee osteoarthritis: Results of a randomized controlled trial. Full Text available with Trip Pro
, 2.08, P = 0.39). IBET was non-inferior to PT at both time points.Improvements in WOMAC score following IBET and PT did not differ significantly from the WL group. Additional research is needed to examine strategies for maximizing benefits of exercise-based interventions for patients with knee OA.NCT02312713.Published by Elsevier Ltd. (...) Physical therapy vs. internet-based exercise training for patients with knee osteoarthritis: Results of a randomized controlled trial. To compare the effectiveness of physical therapy (PT, evidence-based approach) and internet-based exercise training (IBET), each vs a wait list (WL) control, among individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA).Randomized controlled trial of 350 participants with symptomatic knee OA, allocated to standard PT, IBET and WL control in a 2:2:1 ratio, respectively. The PT
2018 Osteoarthritis and Cartilage Controlled trial quality: predicted high
863. Safety and feasibility evaluation of tourniquets for total knee replacement (SAFE-TKR): study protocol. Full Text available with Trip Pro
Safety and feasibility evaluation of tourniquets for total knee replacement (SAFE-TKR): study protocol. This study is designed to determine whether a full randomised controlled trial (RCT) examining the clinical effectiveness and safety of total knee replacement surgery with or without a tourniquet is warranted and feasible.Single centre, patient-blinded and assessor-blinded RCT. A computer-generated randomisation service will allocate 50 participants into one of two trial treatments, surgery (...) with or without a tourniquet. The primary objective is to estimate recruitment, crossovers and follow-up of patients. All patients will have an MRI scan of their brain preoperatively and day 1 or 2 postoperatively to identify ischaemic cerebral emboli (primary clinical outcome). Oxford Cognitive Screen, Montreal Cognitive Assessment and Mini-Mental State Examination will be evaluated as outcome tools for measuring cognitive impairment at days 1, 2 and 7 postoperatively. Thigh pain, blood transfusion
2018 BMJ open
864. Arthroscopic Cartilage Lesion Preparation in the Human Cadaveric Knee Using a Curette Technique Demonstrates Clinically Relevant Histologic Variation. (Abstract)
Arthroscopic Cartilage Lesion Preparation in the Human Cadaveric Knee Using a Curette Technique Demonstrates Clinically Relevant Histologic Variation. To examine the quality of arthroscopic cartilage debridement using a curette technique by comparing regional and morphologic variations within cartilage lesions prepared in human cadaveric knee specimens for the purpose of cartilage repair procedures. A secondary aim was to compare the histologic properties of cartilage lesions prepared (...) by surgeons of varying experience.Standardized cartilage lesions (8 mm × 15 mm), located to the medial/lateral condyle and medial/lateral trochlea were created within 12 human cadaver knees by 40 orthopaedic surgeons. Participants were instructed to create full-thickness cartilage defects within the marked area, shouldered by uninjured vertical walls of cartilage, and to remove the calcified cartilage layer, without violating the subchondral plate. Histologic specimens were prepared to examine
865. Do Pain Coping and Pain Beliefs Associate With Outcome Measures Before Knee Arthroplasty in Patients Who Catastrophize About Pain? A Cross-sectional Analysis From a Randomized Clinical Trial. Full Text available with Trip Pro
performance measures in patients scheduled for knee arthroplasty have not been examined. Patients with moderate to high pain catastrophizing (a pain appraisal approach associated with an exaggerated focus on the threat value of pain) may represent an excellent study population in which to address this knowledge gap.We asked the following questions among patients with high levels of pain catastrophizing who were scheduled for TKA: (1) Do maladaptive pain responses correlate with worse self-reported pain (...) Do Pain Coping and Pain Beliefs Associate With Outcome Measures Before Knee Arthroplasty in Patients Who Catastrophize About Pain? A Cross-sectional Analysis From a Randomized Clinical Trial. Pain-coping strategies and appraisals are responses to the pain experience. They can influence patient-reported and physical performance outcome measures in a variety of disorders, but the associations between a comprehensive profile of pain-coping responses and preoperative pain/function and physical
2018 Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
866. Inflammation and glucose homeostasis are associated with specific structural features among adults without knee osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional study from the osteoarthritis initiative. Full Text available with Trip Pro
of inflammation and glucose homeostasis on structural features of early-stage OA may help identify therapeutic targets to delay or prevent the onset of OA among subsets of adults with these features. We examined if serum concentrations of glucose homeostasis (glucose, glycated serum protein [GSP]) or inflammation (C-reactive protein [CRP]) were associated with prevalent knee bone marrow lesions (BMLs) or effusion among adults without knee OA.We conducted a cross-sectional study using baseline data from (...) Inflammation and glucose homeostasis are associated with specific structural features among adults without knee osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional study from the osteoarthritis initiative. Greater age and body mass index are strong risk factors for osteoarthritis (OA). Older and overweight individuals may be more susceptible to OA because these factors alter tissue turnover in menisci, articular cartilage, and bone via altered glucose homeostasis and inflammation. Understanding the role
867. Comparison of T2* mapping between regular echo time and ultrashort echo time with 3D cones at 3 tesla for knee meniscus. Full Text available with Trip Pro
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of 42 patients who presented with knee pain and underwent knee MRIs, with the 3D Cones of UTE sequence (minimum TEs: 32 μs) and a 3T MRI scanner (Discovery 750, GE Healthcare, Waukesha, WI), were analyzed. The enrolled patients were classified into 3 subgroups:normal meniscus on conventional MRI, with no positive meniscus-related physical examination in medical records;meniscal degeneration with signal changes on conventional MRI; andmeniscal tear.For (...) Comparison of T2* mapping between regular echo time and ultrashort echo time with 3D cones at 3 tesla for knee meniscus. The objectives of this study were to compare the ultrashort T2* relaxation time with the T2* relaxation time using the 3 dimensional (3D) cones sequence in 3 groups of patients with normal, degenerated, and torn knee menisci, and to demonstrate the additional effect of the ultrashort echo time (UTE) signal intensity.Following institutional review board approval, 42 knee
868. Medial Pivot in Total Knee Arthroplasty: Literature Review and Our First Experience Full Text available with Trip Pro
preliminary clinical improvement using the Medial Congruent (MC) insert as specific level of constraint.A total of 10 consecutive patients have been enrolled in this study and treated using an MC tibial polyethylene insert. The Oxford Knee Score (OKS) and the Knee Society Score (KSS) have been assessed preoperatively and at 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year follow-up (FU) and used as validated measurements to evaluate early clinical improvements. Postoperative radiological examination was reviewed looking (...) Medial Pivot in Total Knee Arthroplasty: Literature Review and Our First Experience Traditional total knee implants designs, usually, are not able to reproduce the physiological kinematics of the knee, leaving almost 20% of the patients, those who underwent a total knee arthroplasty (TKA), not fully satisfied. Modern inserts are nowadays designed with a fully congruent medial compartment to reproduce the normal medial pivoting biomechanics of the knee. The aim of this article was to evaluate
869. The effects of injecting intra-articular platelet-rich plasma or prolotherapy on pain score and function in knee osteoarthritis Full Text available with Trip Pro
of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection and prolotherapy (PRL) were examined on the level of pain and function of the knee joint in patients with OA.After fulfilling the inclusion criteria and signing the informed consent form, 42 patients with knee OA were scheduled for intra-articular injection in the present randomized, double-blind, clinical trial. Following admission to the operating pain room, the condition of the patient's knee was evaluated first via the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities (...) The effects of injecting intra-articular platelet-rich plasma or prolotherapy on pain score and function in knee osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic joint disease that usually occurs in older people and leads to pain and disabilities. OA treatment ranges from drug therapy to surgery. Drug and rehabilitation therapy are preferred over surgery, and, especially, there is a tendency toward compounds causing regenerative changes in the knee joint. In the present study, the effects
2018 Clinical interventions in aging Controlled trial quality: uncertain
870. Eccrine porocarcinoma arising from the knee Full Text available with Trip Pro
Eccrine porocarcinoma arising from the knee Enlarged eccrine porocarcinoma of the knee was encountered as a hemorrhagic bulky tumor. After controlling bleeding with Mohs' paste, local excision of the lesion was the mainstay of treatment. Pathological examination revealed poroid cells, cuticle cells, and prickle cells cancer components, suggesting that malignancy must be excluded by resection.
2018 Clinical Case Reports
871. The effect of intra-articular allogenic platelet rich plasma in Dunkin-Hartley guinea pig model of knee osteoarthritis Full Text available with Trip Pro
and synovium at the time of euthanasia.Mean synovial fluid COMP concentration was significantly lower in PRP treated knees (p<0.05) at three months. On histological examination mean synovitis scores and synovial vascularity were significantly lower in PRP treated knees as compared to controls at both three and six months (p < 0.05). Additionally mean articular cartilage degeneration was significantly lower in PRP treated knees in group 1 only (p<0.05).Our preliminary data from the study has shown some (...) The effect of intra-articular allogenic platelet rich plasma in Dunkin-Hartley guinea pig model of knee osteoarthritis To investigate the pathway for disease modifying effect of the PRP in osteoarthritis of knee.Two experimental models (group I and II) of Twelve Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs each were enrolled as a part of a prospective controlled experimental study. One knee was enrolled for intervention and the other knee of the same animal used as control, the intervention being three intra
2018 Muscles, ligaments and tendons journal
872. Ultrasonographic assessment of the anterolateral ligament of the knee in healthy subjects Full Text available with Trip Pro
Ultrasonographic assessment of the anterolateral ligament of the knee in healthy subjects The aim of our study was to determine inter-observer agreement in the ultrasonographic identification of the anterolateral ligament (ALL) and in the evaluation of its length and thickness in healthy subjects.80 healthy volunteers (160 knees) (42 males and 38 females) were enrolled in the study. All subjects underwent ultrasound (US) examination of both knees, performed by two physicians with over ten years (...) of musculoskeletal US experience. In order to keep the ALL under optimal tension, the knee was flexed at approximately 30-35°, slightly internally rotated and length and thickness of the ligament were measured.ALL was identified in 93.8% (150 out of 160) and in 92.5% (148 out of 160) of the knees by Evaluator 1 and Evaluator 2, respectively. Interobserver agreement was substantial to almost perfect for the visualization of the ALL ( =0.90) and for measurements of its length (ICC = 0.83), and strong
873. Integrating participatory ergonomic management in non-weight-bearing exercise and progressive resistance exercise on self-care and functional ability in aged farmers with knee osteoarthritis: a clustered randomized controlled trial Full Text available with Trip Pro
Integrating participatory ergonomic management in non-weight-bearing exercise and progressive resistance exercise on self-care and functional ability in aged farmers with knee osteoarthritis: a clustered randomized controlled trial Ergonomic hazards are the most important cause of knee osteoarthritis (OA) in aged para rubber farmers. Ergonomic management comprising improvement of working conditions and muscle-strengthening exercise has been well documented in terms of workers' health benefit (...) . However, those interventions were not adequate to sustain the advantage. Few studies have demonstrated the effect of integrating participatory ergonomic management (PEM) in non-weight-bearing exercise (NWE) and progressive resistance exercise (PRE), and none has focused on aged para rubber farmers with knee OA.This study investigated the effect of PEM-NWE, PEM-PRE, and standard treatment (ST) on self-care and functional ability in the aged population.A single-blinded, clustered randomized controlled
874. Comparison of the effects of exercise with chondroitin sulfate on knee osteoarthritis in rabbits Full Text available with Trip Pro
Comparison of the effects of exercise with chondroitin sulfate on knee osteoarthritis in rabbits The aim of the study is to compare the effects of exercise therapy with chondroitin sulfate (CS) therapy in an experimental model of osteoarthritis (OA).Twenty-one New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into four groups: normal group (N group, n = 3); OA control group (C group, n = 6); OA plus medication group (CS group, n = 6); and OA plus exercise group (E group, n = 6). Four weeks after (...) modeling, the rabbits were subjected to exercise (artificial, 30 min/time, 4 times/week) or medicated with CS (2% CS, 0.3 ml/time, once/week) for 4 weeks. Histopathological changes in treated joints were examined after staining. X-ray and scanning electron microscopy was used to evaluate the different therapies by examining the surfaces and joint spaces of the articular cartilage. RT-qPCR was used to assess chondrogenic gene expression including Col2, Col10, mmp-13, il-1β, adamats-5, and acan
875. Prospective Study of Central versus Peripheral Obesity in Total Knee Arthroplasty Full Text available with Trip Pro
Prospective Study of Central versus Peripheral Obesity in Total Knee Arthroplasty Body mass index (BMI) is often used to predict surgical difficulty in patients receiving total knee arthroplasty (TKA); however, BMI neglects variation in the central versus peripheral distribution of adipose tissue. We sought to examine whether anthropometric factors, rather than BMI alone, may serve as a more effective indication of surgical difficulty in TKA.We prospectively enrolled 67 patients undergoing (...) primary TKA. Correlation coefficients were used to evaluate the associations of tourniquet time, a surrogate of surgical difficulty, with BMI, pre- and intraoperative anthropometric measurements, and radiographic knee alignment. Similarly, Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) was compared to BMI.Tourniquet time was significantly associated with preoperative inferior knee circumference (p=0.025) and ankle circumference (p=0.003) as well as the intraoperative depth of incision
2018 Knee surgery & related research
876. Reduced tibial strain-shielding with extraosseous total knee arthroplasty revision system Full Text available with Trip Pro
Reduced tibial strain-shielding with extraosseous total knee arthroplasty revision system Revision total knee arthroplasty (RTKA) has poorer results than primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and the prostheses are invasive and cause strain-shielding of the bones near the knee. This paper describes an RTKA system with extracortical fixation. It was hypothesised that this would reduce strain-shielding compared with intramedullary fixation.Twelve replica tibiae were prepared for full-field (...) , extracortical fixation reduced surface strain-shielding by half versus intramedullary fixation. For all load cases and bone regions examined, the extracortical implant shielded 8-27% of bone strain, whereas the intramedullary component shielded 37-56%.The new fixation design, which offers less bone destruction than conventional RTKA, also reduced strain-shielding. Clinically, this design may allow greater rebuilding of bone loss, and should increase long-term fixation.Copyright © 2018 The Authors. Published
2018 Medical engineering & physics
877. Tranexamic acid use and risk of thrombosis in regular users ofantithrombotics undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty: a prospectivecohort study Full Text available with Trip Pro
Tranexamic acid use and risk of thrombosis in regular users ofantithrombotics undergoing primary total knee arthroplasty: a prospectivecohort study The effect of tranexamic acid has not been examined in patients who are regular users of antithrombotics before undergoing total knee arthroplasty. The aim of this study was to determine the impact of tranexamic acid on bleeding and the risk of transfusion and thrombosis in patients taking an antithrombotic treatment before primary unilateral total (...) knee arthroplasty.A prospective observational study was conducted in a series of 385 consecutive primary total knee arthroplasties performed with and without the administration of tranexamic acid. We compared post-operative bleeding, as determined by a bleeding index, and postoperative haemoglobin and haematocrit between patients taking an antithrombotic treatment before the operation (ATT+ group) and those naïve or non-regular users of antithrombotics (ATT- group). Post-operatively, rivaroxaban
2018 Blood Transfusion
878. MAXIMAL HIP AND KNEE MUSCLE STRENGTH ARE NOT RELATED TO NEUROMUSCULAR PRE-ACTIVITY DURING SIDECUTTING MANEUVER: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY Full Text available with Trip Pro
obtained during an isometric contraction, however, whether these two measures are related when muscle activity is obtained during a movement associated with a high risk of non-contact ACL injury is not known. Absence or presence of such a relationship may have implications for which training modalities to choose in the prevention of ACL injuries.The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between maximal muscle strength of the hip extensors, hip abductors and knee flexors and the pre (...) MAXIMAL HIP AND KNEE MUSCLE STRENGTH ARE NOT RELATED TO NEUROMUSCULAR PRE-ACTIVITY DURING SIDECUTTING MANEUVER: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY Reduced lower extremity muscle strength as well as reduced lower extremity muscle pre-activity (defined as muscular activity just prior to initial ground contact) during high-risk movements are factors related to increased risk of non-contact ACL injury in adolescent female athletes. A strong relationship exists between muscle strength and muscle activity
879. Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Achieve Better Satisfaction but Lower Functional Activities as Compared to Osteoarthritis Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty. (Abstract)
Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Achieve Better Satisfaction but Lower Functional Activities as Compared to Osteoarthritis Patients After Total Knee Arthroplasty. Recently, poor patient satisfaction after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has gained attention mainly in osteoarthritis (OA) patients; however, satisfaction after TKA remains to be understood in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. This study aimed to examine satisfaction and function after RA TKA using patient-reported outcome measures (...) and to compare the results with those of OA-TKA.This study enrolled 534 TKAs of 501 patients consisting of 75 TKAs of 70 RA patients and 459 TKAs of 431 OA patients. Data of patient-reported outcome measures such as new Knee Society Score 2011, Pain Catastrophizing Scale, and Pain DETECT Score were collected at 2 years. Multiple regression analysis was performed with Knee Society Score satisfaction score set as a dependent variable in order to clarify factors affecting patient satisfaction. Principle
880. Does Supplementing of Quadriceps Strength With Exoskeleton After Total Knee Arthroplasty in High Risk Population Reduce Transfer to Extended Care Facility (ECF)
Does Supplementing of Quadriceps Strength With Exoskeleton After Total Knee Arthroplasty in High Risk Population Reduce Transfer to Extended Care Facility (ECF) Does Supplementing of Quadriceps Strength With Exoskeleton After Total Knee Arthroplasty in High Risk Population Reduce Transfer to Extended Care Facility (ECF) - Full Text View - ClinicalTrials.gov Hide glossary Glossary Study record managers: refer to the if submitting registration or results information. Search for terms x × Study (...) Record Detail Saved Studies Save this study Warning You have reached the maximum number of saved studies (100). Please remove one or more studies before adding more. Does Supplementing of Quadriceps Strength With Exoskeleton After Total Knee Arthroplasty in High Risk Population Reduce Transfer to Extended Care Facility (ECF) The safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S
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Charles Xavier (Scenesys ID: 91)
"Any dream worth having is a dream worth fighting for."
Dr. Charles Francis Xavier, PhD
Marvel (TPC)
Headmaster of Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters
Xavier's School (Breakstone, Westchester County)
Columbia University and University of Oxford (DAnth, DBiochem, DBiophys, DPsych, DPsychiat)
Mutant-OOC, Illuminati, X-Men, Xavier's School
Bald (blond)
"Hope (Xavier's Theme)" by John Ottman
Charles Xavier, to those who know the truth, is a hero. He is a father figure. Most of the world, however, sees him as a pro-mutant Headmaster at a private school, as well as a respected writer and speaker. He has published several books on mutants and toured the world speaking about them. While he runs his School for Gifted Youngsters, Charles is also known to be the figure that assembled what is now known as the X-Men: a team dedicated to make the world a better place for all. All of this goes with his astounding telepathic abilities, which are rarely dwarfed.
It's most immediately evident that, at some point in the past, this older man suffered trauma which robbed him of his ability to walk. Bound to a technologically advanced hoverchair, he moves as fluidly as one might on foot, and his loss seems to have robbed him of none of his vibrance. Indeed, he seems to be in good health for his years, his fair skin more or less without flaw save for the light wrinkles etching paths alongside his lips and the mild crow's feet extending from the peaks of his eyelids.
That he sits up in a dignified, straight posture suggests he's retained functional use of his upper body. Certainly, a fortunate man for someone who could be in his mid fifties or later. Although his face is often burdened with the weight of something or other, it's featured with eyes that radiate experience and wisdom. Perhaps more peculiar than his physical state is the complete lack of hair upon his head, as though he'd shed every strand well ahead of their time.
The older gentleman attires himself impeccably. From his double-breasted jacket to his slacks, black silk pinstriped with dark grey has obviously been tailored to his figure. Gold cufflinks and meticulously polished dress shoes add a further touch of class to his ensemble. A black silk tie is cinched about his neck, stitched with a pattern of gold diamonds.
Charles Xavier was born in 1966 in New York City. His father was a nuclear researcher. After his father's death his mother remarried, bringing an abusive step-brother into the mix. Charles had his powers as long as he can remember, and by 16 his psychic energy had made him bald. He began attending Bard College at 16, and had his Bachelors in Biology at 18. He was then accepted to Oxford, where he earned degrees in genetics and biophysics.
While attending he fell in love with another student. Her friends, however, did not respect him and felt he was a lazy and weak man. So, he joined the Army to validate himself in their eyes. He became a legend in search and rescue due to his secret powers. He was awarded numerous medals in his time, but eventually left the military to return to school.
The woman in question left him, and Charles began traveling the world. He had his first encounter with the Shadow King while in Cairo, and also met the wanderer that would become his best friend...at the time. Erik Lensherr. The Shadow King incident is what convinced him to dedicate his life to helping good mutants, and fighting evil ones.
While in the Himalayas he battled the Shadow King again, and he had a stone block dropped on his legs. He was rescued by a Mutant who lived in the mountains, and returned to America. He ended up at Columbia University, where he earned a PhD in Anthropology, and an MD in Psychiatry. He returned to his ancestral home and turned it into the School, before gathering his eventual students and X-Men. Since then he has worked hard to be a mentor for the next generation of Homo Superior.
Charles Xavier is a good man. He really believes in his message, and he practices what he preaches.
He has been through Hell, and faced foe after foe. He has had his back shattered and his mind battered...and yet he continues to struggle for what he believes in. He honestly believes in a world where humans and Homo Superior can live side by side in equality. However, he is not naive. He knows there are people who want to hurt his children, and he will protect them. He believes in secrecy to protect people, and will sometimes keep quiet or even manipulate people around him towards a positive end. He makes hard decisions sometimes, and has even had black-ops Mutant teams to make strikes he would never have his beloved X-Men make. They, of course, have no idea.
When it comes down to it, though, even with the hard decisions, Charles is really a good man. He believes, and he struggles, and he preaches. He shapes the minds of future generations of Mutants...hoping to build a better, brighter future.
Astral Projection:
Charles can leave his body and enter the Astral Plane. In this realm, he can create ectoplasmic objections and move about freely. He is not capable of long-range astral projection on the Earthly plane, however.
Illusion:
He can project illusions into people's brains. He can make himself look and sound like a young woman, or make the a bicycle look like a tiger. He is very proficient in this ability.
Mass Stasis:
One of Charles' more favored abilities, this broad projection of his telepathic influence allows him to seemingly freeze time, with all around him save those he chooses coming to a complete halt. That's not how it actually works, of course. The aforementioned projection of influence allows Charles to freeze the thought processes of large groups, which is why they seem to freeze in time. It's a selectively targeted power from which some can be excluded, and its range is rather broad, having been demonstrated in places as large as airport terminals and museums.
Typically, Charles uses this power to stop violent situations before they can get out of hand. He 'freezes' crowds of potential witnesses or victims, attempts to resolve the situation, and then releases them. Unless something around the victims of the power has drastically changed, they're left completely unaware that anything ever happened to them and carry on with their business. (As with all of Charles' telepathic abilities, OOC consent is required when used on players.)
Memory Walk:
If Charles is capable of physical contact with an individual, then with their consent or through the application of force against mental defenses, he can literally enter their memories. While within an experience remembered, Charles' telepathic self can walk about normally and explore every detail of his environment. This is a superb tool for investigation, but not an intrusion he cares to make save under necessary circumstances.
Mental Attack:
Should the situation demand it, Charles can attack a target with a unprotected or weakly protected mind utilizing a blast of psionic energy. As with all of his powers, this falls under the typical range limit of 250 miles. Xavier can use this ability to cause paralysis, to inspire fear, or even to cause neural havoc in the brain to the point of terrible headaches. In truth, Charles could cause total brain failure without even leaving a physical sign.
Mind Control:
Charles can reach into unprotected minds and control them, almost like possession. IF he wished to, he could pull mental strings skillfully enough to make someone turn a gun upon themselves and pull the trigger. This is, however, an abhorrent concept to Xavier. The Professor is much more likely to use this ability in order to invertene in violent situations. Even then, when he's had an opportunity to stop such situations by using a 'puppet' to kill, Charles has refused to bloody that individual's hands for his own sake.
Mind Reading:
Charles can read minds up to 250 miles distant without aid. He can read both surface thoughts, and with deep concentration, one's innermost impressions. Extended use can dredge up even repressed memories. It takes someone with incredible, almost supernatural willpower to resist this type of intrusion by a psychic as powerful as Charles. (Or, they may simply say no OOCly.)
The more advanced version of Mind Control. Charles can leave his body and fully enter another persons. Their own mind gets shut down and shoved deep down, and they tend to remember nothing about the actions taken while Charles is in control. He can stay in another body for as long as he wants, really, but his own body still needs food, water and similar. If his own body died, he would be trapped in the new one.
Sense Mutants:
Charles can sense the unique presence of Homo Superior, which is often how he senses newly emerged and existing mutants who may need shelter at the School. This ability is far more powerful when enhanced by Cerebro.
Thought Projection:
Charles can project his thoughts into the minds of others. While doing this and simultaneously reading thoughts, it allows for an easy form of mental communication. Xavier can link multiple minds together in this fashion, forming a sort of telepathic web. In addition, he can pull multiple minds into a fake reality, such as an island paradise or a conference room. This can be used for anything from covert meetings to psychiatric therapy.
Academia:
Charles can readily debate and discuss history, literature, philosophy or any other form of academia across the span of hours. It is, in fact, one of his favorite things to do in rare moments of leisure. There are many teachers at his school whose specializations surpass his own knowledge, but the Professor has a number of Doctorates and Masters to his credit, and he commands the implied knowledge expertly.
Charisma:
Charles could be a cult leader if he wished to be. Some would argue that he already is. His words make nations rise and fall, save lives and avert disasters, before his powers ever enter the picture. In short, he is incredibly good with people. Charming and genial when he needs to be, commanding and intense when required. Charles has much expertise with breaking through the toughened exteriors of the callused and the jaded, that he might help such individuals see light in the world. That may be Charles' greatest gift of all, to inspire hope through his inherent charisma.
Combat:
While he isn't exactly a fighter these days, Charles does lead the X-Men. He has an analytical mind and can approach a fight with the perspective of a skilled tactician. Strategy is something Xavier understands very well, given he often has to direct the X-Men in coaching or on their missions.
It's seldom the case that Charles would need to enter combat himself. However, he would do so without hesitation if his children were endangered or the lives of innocents were threatened. Wielding all of the creativity at his command, the Professor can be a surprisingly powerful foe through ingenuitive use of his powers.
A hobby, really, but Charles enjoys movies. He may not know a great deal about modern film, but he knows a great deal about cinema of the 20th century. Sometimes, to relax, he watches old films and seizes upon the opportunity to discuss their plots and the lessons therein.
Charles plays the piano, as well as various other instruments. This is an extension of his formal education. Perhaps surprisingly, he's quite good and knows various genres.
If anyone knows how the mind works, It's Charles Xavier. He is a near-expert in many fields, but it's here that he truly shines. The Professor understands the intricacies of memories, the subconscious, the ID and ego, among other things. Charles is versed in various theories on the wrkings of the mind, and through his own abilities has surmised the best ways to approach different people. He is a healer when it comes down to it, not of flesh and blood, but of heart and mind.
Science:
Before delving into the field of Psychology and related subjects, Charles first became a master of Biology, Genetics, and Biophysics. He is a brilliant scientist, and his understanding of these subjects helps him to grasp the physical aspect of how mutants and humankind at large function.
Survival:
Xavier was in the Army for eight years, and he earned many medals in that time. He was a master of search and rescue, and due to that, he knows very well the dangers of the wild. So long as the necessary resources of life are available in some form, he can survive in intense wilderness conditions for extended periods.
Cerebro:
Cerebro is a powerful psionic amplifier housed deep beneath the School. When he wears a helmet attached to the machine, Xavier can vastly expand the range of his powers, extending them from the normal limit of 250 miles to the entire planet. The uses of this device are beyond numerous, but certain functions are used much more frequently than others. For example, Charles can use Cerebro to visually distinguish the human population from the mutants. With deeper concentration, Xavier can even narrow down a specific individual's location. It's through Cerebro that Charles often happens upon newly emerging mutants, as it enables him to detect significant releases of power with a mutant signature.
Cerebro isn't without its flaws. It can be sabotaged, in which case using it could do severe mental harm to the Professor. He could also, through other means, be forced to use Cerebro to concentrate intensely upon a person or a group of people. If the focus of his psionic power were intense enough, he could harm or even kill them.
Charles is the Headmaster of his School for Gifted Youngsters. It has been a haven across the past few generations for eager minds, where they're educated and molded to be upstanding people in an environment where they need know no fear simply because of what they are. The school is large, having originally been a mansion, and is publicly known only as a school with a pro-mutant mindset (as opposed to an actual school for mutants).
Charles takes his responsibilies to the School very seriously. He is the guiding hand who leads its students out of fear and into the light of hope, and he is the willing last line of defense against anyone who would harm his children, as he calls them. Charles hopes in every way that the students of his school grow to become the accepting beacons of hope, the next generation which may at last bring about equality.
Tech:
Charles has access to all of the advanced technology known to belong to the X-Men. The jet, the Danger Room, Cerebro, and all of the facilities linked to the underground corridors.
Wealthy:
Charles inherited a great sum of money. Much of it was invested very wisely, and the returns keep both him and the School going. It's because of this that he can take in new students who would normally have no way of affording an education with housing. One wouldn't call it Stark levels of wealthy, but his finances are absolutely considerable. It's necessary not just for the School, but to build and maintain the advanced technology used by the X-Men.
X-Men:
Charles Xavier founded the X-Men from his first students, a clandestine task force intended to push his agenda for peace between humanity and mutantkind. They are loyal and skilled, and he trust in their diversity and judgment. Technically speaking, the Professor is their leader, but he leaves that task more to seniors such as Scott Summers and Jean Grey these days. None would contest his status as the spiritual hand which guides, however.
Driven:
Charles is driven. He has his goals, and he can only suffer those who stand in his path for so long. He's much like Erik in this regard, though he'd never admit it. Charles' ultimate goal may be peace, but sometimes - just sometimes - he is willing to do less than honorable deeds to satisfy his stubbornness.
In short, much of humanity hates mutants. Villains of all stripes hate the X-Men. More than a few would cheer if they knew the vaunted 'Professor X' were killed for good.
Forgiving:
Some might consider this quality to be a virtue, but it's more often a weakness exploited by those who truly know Charles. He is a forgiving man, particularly for those he is affectionate toward. This is why he's had more than one opportunity to kill Erik Lensherr, for example, only to pull back at the last moment. He sees the potential for people to become better versions of themselves, often when they're unable or unwilling to see the same. Many, Erik included, abuse this aspect of Xavier's beliefs to mislead or even harm him.
Charles is paralyzed to the extent that he's lost the functional use of his legs, though his upper body is unaffected. His legs do still have sensation, but they otherwise serve no purpose at this point.
Manipulative:
As good a man as he is, Charles sometimes manipulates people around him to serve his own agenda. Normally, he is forthright and honest, but he's not against hiding information or pushing people towards one another for the good of the School, the X-Men, or the world at large.
Annual AvX Basketball Classic '28 September 22nd, 2020 Teamwork! Matching Uniforms! Triumphant Victory for the X-Men!
Will the Real Tatum Please Stand Up February 7th, 2020 Professor X delves into Deadzone's head to see if she's being honest about her identity and motives.
Angel in the Snow.. February 5th, 2020 A snowy miracle is interrupted by unexpected visitors.
Visiting Students February 4th, 2020 Summary needed
In Search of Fuel Metal November 11th, 2019 Vi talks to Professor X about replenishing the metals that fuel her powers.
Punching Stuff November 3rd, 2019 Rogue is smashing Sentinels under Charles's watchful eye. Vi is given her first taste of facing the robots.
Seeking Advice and Permission. November 3rd, 2019 Advice and permission granted
Once a Student, Always a Student October 26th, 2019 Anti-gravity. Body. Mods.
Students in the Danger ROom October 23rd, 2019 Professor X works Brian through a Danger Room scenario, then both meet Vi and she is treated to a simulation mountain hike
The Return of The Mentor October 23rd, 2019 Professor Xavier returns from his Shi'ar excrusions and meets with his prized students in the form of Jean and Scott, as they discussed the order of things.
From Genosha to the School September 8th, 2019 The Professor manages to convince Roberto and Lorna to work together in terms of business.
A Lovely Mindscape May 28th, 2019 Summary needed
Night Terrors May 28th, 2019 Kally gets a surprise visit from Charles and Illyana
Serpent's Path May 27th, 2019 Sibilance has a serious conversation with Charles. He offers some advice for her.
Memorial Weekend At The Beach May 26th, 2019 A dozen people from Xavier's School plus some guests gather for a beach party on Memorial Day weekend.
Sentinels: Professor X May 24th, 2019 Professor X speaks to Sebastion about humanity.
Evening in the Gardens May 23rd, 2019 Summary needed
Sentinels: Sebastien Session May 23rd, 2019 Lorna talks about the experience of meeting Sebastien with Ororo and Charles.
A Little Fresh Air May 22nd, 2019 Beast frees Xavier from the wellness center for a turn about the grounds. They discuss the future of the X-Men's vision of human and mutant integration.
Temp Title May 21st, 2019 Mason and Charles talk in the Wellness Center about what it means to apply oneself.
Unexpected Guests May 21st, 2019 Sibil goes to visit the Professor and finds more than she bargained for.
Sentinels: Visiting Hours May 20th, 2019 Tony and Charles meet about Charles' attackers, and the Sentinel threat.
Visiting Hours May 19th, 2019 Erik and Lorna visit Charles in hospital. Old tensions and new securities flare.
Wellness is a State of Mind May 19th, 2019 Wanda, Doug and Ellie visit Charles in the Wellness Office. Wanda gets to meet some students. Doug feels unsure about how he contributes.
The Tangled web we weave... May 18th, 2019 Summary needed
The Sword and the Pen May 18th, 2019 Unknown attackers try to assassinate Professor Xavier during a civil rights speech. Ororo, Sam, Doug and Quentin leap into action!
Paging Dr. Xiang May 17th, 2019 The scientist from the secret facility studying Megatron is pressed for answers about the Cybertronian.
Prof X's Day At The Avengers Continues May 17th, 2019 Professor Xavier talks to Wanda about Sentinels and her family
Sentinels: Celebrity Endorsement May 17th, 2019 Charles asks Janet for help dealing with the Sentinels. Janet promises a media blitz to remember.
Sentinels: Crisis Meeting May 14th, 2019 Several X-Men discuss the Sentinel crisis and plan their next steps.
What does it mean to be Charles Xavier May 13th, 2019 Norton and Charles talk, and then Kitty shows up and ruins everything.
The First Swim of the Year. May 11th, 2019 Doug, Emma Frost, Kitty, Samuel and Ellie discuss a range of topics around and in the pool. Professor Xavier makes a return
External Communications September 29th, 2018 Summary needed
A disturbance of the Mind September 8th, 2018 Bruce Banner comes by the X-Mansion to consult on his Hulk problem.
Astral Flux: A meeting of the minds August 29th, 2018 Summary needed
Back to School Party! August 25th, 2018 The Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters annual Back to School party commences!
Astral Flux: Nightmares And Things August 17th, 2018 Souvenir takes the weirdness on the nose, and talks to Professor Xavier and Bobby Drake about her visions.
An Xcellent Meeting August 8th, 2018 Summary needed
If That's Deadzone, then who the hell is she August 6th, 2018 Summary needed
A Healthy Diet August 1st, 2018 A few of Xavier's folks happen upon each other in the back yard.
Telepathy 101: Dealing With Space Fungi July 25th, 2018 Tony Stark has a meeting with the X-Men regarding the Fungus Epidemic.
Faculty advice July 24th, 2018 Professor X meets with Erika for an update.
Scavenging July 19th, 2018 A bunch of Xavier people randomly gather and talk around Erika's casual dumpster diving.
Open Enrollment July 9th, 2018 Charles and Mason have a talk, and Mason finally enrolls in Xavier's School.
The Wolf July 8th, 2018 Professor X leads Ororo, Theresa and Josh on a journey to restore Andrea's mind.
After the Journey July 8th, 2018 Andrea, Erika, Tyler and Josh discover how Andrea was injured, and who did it.
Psychic Diagnosis July 1st, 2018 Professor X checks on Erika and gets her set up at school.
A Lovely Day For Chess June 24th, 2018 Summary needed
Pierced June 24th, 2018 Some New Mutants and X-Men deliver a message to Donald Pierce that he will never forget.
Meeting the Professor. June 23rd, 2018 The New Mutants meet Professor X and Jean starts to figure out how much trouble Tyler got into.
A song for Xavier June 23rd, 2018 Mason comes to try to get Andrea to break curfew, they end up doing a duet for the Headmaster instead.
Building Dreams February 22nd, 2018 Charles Xavier explains a vision he has for a tower built in harmony.
To the Future! February 20th, 2018 Summary needed
The bar in your mind February 19th, 2018 Summary needed
LexCorp Foundation: Rising Tide Edition February 13th, 2018 Summary needed
Whatever happened to whatsisface February 12th, 2018 Batman brings two of his proteges along to Xavier's School, checking on a young boy he had brought there previously.
An Extra Meeting December 19th, 2017 Summary needed
The Wrong Pocket Picked December 19th, 2017 Summary needed
Office Visit December 15th, 2017 Professor X calls Rogue in to discuss a security problem.
When the Professor Finds Bamfs December 5th, 2017 Well, bamfs have to take second place to someone in the mansion who might be dying of his powers
Home from the Hospital December 2nd, 2017 Summary needed
Failing a Sneak Check July 7th, 2017 Summary needed
The Blue Lantern visits Xavier's school July 6th, 2017 Summary needed
A Museum Meeting July 5th, 2017 Summary needed
Yard With A View July 4th, 2017 Summary needed
Zombie Meeting July 4th, 2017 Summary needed
Rec Room Chats July 3rd, 2017 Summary needed
Westchester Boat Race May 13th, 2017 A diplomatic event in the form of a boat race between American and Genoshan kids goes awry, heroes respond.
Talking to the Professor May 6th, 2017 Summary needed
Masakatsu Agatsu April 27th, 2017 Summary needed.
Hi Charles April 26th, 2017 Summary needed.
New Arrival April 14th, 2017 Holly finally makes her official arrival at Xavier's. She is greeted by Scott, Jono and the Professor himself.
The Professor Strikes! February 15th, 2018 Summary needed
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Formula 1 shutdown period extended again
The FIA has announced an extension to the Formula 1 shutdown period, bringing it to 63 days in total.
Originally set for 21 days, the shutdown period was extended to 35 days on April 7.
With an expected season-opener in early July, the World Motor Sport Council has extended the shutdown period to 63 days.
Depending on when each team officially commenced its shutdown, the period will conclude at the end of May or beginning of June.
The extension for power unit suppliers has been bumped up from 35 days to 39.
The FIA has permitted for some R&D work to be undertaken toward to end of the shutdown, however it will be closely monitored. No aerodynamic work can be carried out, either.
The F1 sporting regulations have stipulated the conditions regarding the work that can be carried out:
“Fifty days after the start of their shutdown period, upon application by a Competitor, and subject to the prior written approval of the FIA, each Competitor may use the services of a maximum of ten personnel to work remotely on long lead time projects.
“The full details, including the names and job titles of all such personnel, all supporting material, and details of the work that such personnel will be undertaking must be provided to the FIA a minimum of ten days prior to the commencement of any work.
“These personnel must not change for the remainder of the shutdown period and this work must not involve any work on projects related to the aerodynamics of the car.”
There is no restriction on what work power unit supplier can do, and it can commence 36 days after the start of the shutdown period.
Proposed F1 calendar for remainder of 2020
1 Austrian Grand Prix Red Bull Ring 5 July
2 Austrian Grand Prix Red Bull Ring 12 July
3 British Grand Prix Silverstone Circuit 26 July
4 British Grand Prix Silverstone Circuit 2 August
5 Hungarian Grand Prix Hungaroring 16 August
7 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Baku City Circuit 6 September
8 Singapore Grand Prix Marina Bay Street Circuit 20 September
9 Russian Grand Prix Sochi Autodrom 27 September
10 Chinese Grand Prix Shanghai International Circuit 4 October
11 Japanese Grand Prix Suzuka Circuit 11 October
12 United States Grand Prix Circuit of the Americas 25 October
13 Mexican Grand Prix Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez 1 November
14 Brazilian Grand Prix Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace 8 November
15 Vietnamese Grand Prix Hanoi Street Circuit 22 November
16 Bahrain Grand Prix Bahrain International Circuit 6 December
17 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Yas Marina Circuit 13 December
Source: Motorsport.com
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Iona is a designer by training but a science geek at heart, forging her career in the cross section of these fields. After understanding the importance of genetics in healthcare, she set up Dot One; a startup that produces DNA personalised accessories as a way of taking science of the the lab making it more fun and accessible.
Caitlin is a London based Illustrator and Printmaker and the co founder of Underway Studio, an illustration and printmaking collective.
Driven by the world around us and our impact on it, Caitlin's work plays with both traditional and digital techniques.
Inspired by narratives and nature, she uses both drawing, photography and collage to create vivid silkscreen and lino prints full of life and colour.
Pablo Padilla Jargstorf
Pablo A. Padilla Jargstorf is an architect and an artist, specialising in the field of sensory distortion, creating new environments in pre-existing places by disfiguring them.
His relationship with architecture has led him to work on site-specific installations. There he explores the spatial side of sound, and its interaction with visual and tactile feedback, creating a whole sensual scene.
He is currently continuing to develop his work on soundscapes and the relationship between the different stimuli of our senses, with a focus on spatial perception through sound and synaesthesia.
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News Pat Rafter's former luxury trophy home resold at Sunshine Beach
Pat Rafter's former luxury trophy home resold at Sunshine Beach
| Aug 28,2020
Having sold to the former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and his wife Therese Rein, Queensland restaurateur David Hales and wife Louise have bought back big time into the Noosa market.
They scored $17 million on the Sunshine Coast (photo above) and instead recently bought two neighbouring properties on Noosa Sound's exclusive Mossman Court.
They paid $5 million and $7.25 million, taking their Noosa River holding to over 1,300 sqm.
The dearer of the homes was inspired by Ralph Lauren's Caribbean holiday home.
The couple still own 19 hectares on Lake Macdonald, in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
The Hobart-born Hales, having departed last year the board of Betty's Burgers which he founded in 2014, recently acquired Tavern 42 Degrees South, a bar on the Hobart waterfront.
Meanwhile the Rudd-Rein power couple will be upgrading from nearby Castaways Beach where they have owned since paying $3.1 million in 2010.
Their new purchase last sold at $15.2 million when tennis legend Pat Rafter and his wife Lara quit the Sunshine Coast in early 2018.
The John Burgess-designed seven bedroom home was sold by the retired tennis champion Pat Rafter and his wife Lara who moved to their 28 hectare Byron Bay retreat.
The Rafters always wanted $18 million plus for the seven bedroom, five bathroom beachfront home which was built in 2010.
They paid $9.5 million in 2006 for the building block with rival tennis star Thomas Muster missing out of the 1286 sqm double block holding.
The minimalist luxury U-shaped home has a central pool with two glass-fronted wings pushing out towards the ocean over a steep banksia and pandanus-covered dune that drops down to the beach.
There's a path to the sand and the surf, some 136 kms north of Brisbane.
Rudd remains president of the New York-based Asia Society think tank, but the purchase has been advise as part of a move to repatriate capital to Australia.
Rein's wealth derives from employment services company Ingeus, which she sold in a deal worth up to $US206 million ($298 million) in 2014.
"We’ve made a conscious decision to bring our investments home to Australia," Ms Rein told the mainstream press.
"While Kevin was in office, we had to invest overseas to avoid conflicts of interest. We’ve now mostly brought those investments back home to Australia."
Pat Rafter Sunshine Beach
Melbourne & Sydney unit asking rents down over 8.5% in 2020
First tracks laid in Australia's biggest public transport infrastructure project
Majority of Australians don't know their home loan's interest rate
2020 saw 6,777 interest rate cuts across Australia's home loan institutions
Regional Queensland communities need more affordable strata insurance: ACCC
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You are here: Things To Do > Clearwell Caves
Clearwell Caves, Nr Coleford, Gloucestershire, GL16 8JR
Type:Cave/Cavern Attraction
For thousands of years, iron ore mining was the main industry in the Forest of Dean. At Clearwell Caves you discover the hidden world the miners created, as they dug through impressive natural caverns to remove iron ore and ochre pigment.
Open to all ages, our nine awesome show caverns are full of exciting things to discover. All you need is a pair of sensible shoes and a sense of wonder and we'll provide the rest.
The caverns are a chronicle of thousands of years of mining at Clearwell Caves and you can still meet the local Forest Freeminers here, men whose birthright entitles them to dig for iron ores and precious ochres still found here today.
As more mined caverns have been uncovered over the years we have discovered many artefacts that record the history of the mines and show that children as young as seven, known as 'billy boys', would use a 'billy' or hod to carry 60-70lbs of ore at a time. If you're feeling strong, you can test your strength down the mine and see just what 60-70lbs feels like.
Discover a pool of tranquillity deep underground and come face to face with the ancient creatures of the area as they are brought back to life upon the very walls of the caves they went on to form 350 million years ago. You might even discover a hidden skeleton!
The Silent Cave Dwellers
The caves are home to a variety of bats including greater horseshoe, natterers and long-eared bats. It is unlikely you'll spot one of our hidden inhabitants on your adventure, as they are most active on warm evenings after they've come out of hibernation. Luckily, the constant temperature and lack of disruption in Clearwell Caves provides an ideal sanctuary for the bats, which are currently on the decline in the UK.
Like our nocturnal residents, you can now experience how sound reverberates against the cavern walls. Play an instrument crafted from an old air receiver found in the cave; create a beat and fill the cavern with sound and activity, as it was in its mining past. Press the red button to hear a standing wave, creating loud and quiet areas as you walk around the cavern, creating a sound landscape, just like bats do!
Follow in the footsteps of Dr Who and Merlin
A space this unique naturally provides the kind of magic and wonder that works so well on film and video, which is why over the years we've played host to the filming of programmes such as His Dark Materials, Cursed, Britannia, Dr Who, Merlin, The Chronicles of Narnia, Da Vinci's Demons, Kidnapped, The Changes and many others.
Our gift shop sells unusual mementos and even ochre pigment from the mine. The cafe sells a wide range of delicious food and cakes, with excellent leaf teas and organic espresso based coffees.
If you feel even more adventurous, you can book to go deeper into the workings and explore parts of the Caves well beyond the public areas. See separate listing in Activities or our website for more details.
Free parking. Picnic and children's play area. See website for full details of activities and special events.
On-site light refreshments
Facilities for educational visits
Guided tours for groups
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
5 Food Standards Hygiene
* Check our website for opening times.
From Coleford town centre take B4228 towards Lydney and Chepstow. Continue for approximately 1mile and take turning to Clearwell on right hand side. Follow brown and white signs to Clearwell Caves car and coach park on the left hand side.
Adventure Caving in Clearwell, GloucestershireLet us take you on an adventure to remember. This is an experience which will make your stay in the Forest of Dean something special. Involves some climbing, crawling, getting dirty, and good fun!
The Lamproom Cafe at Clearwell Caves, GloucestershireA gem of a cafe - drop in even if just passing by - serving delicious light meals, homemade soups, cakes and superb leaf teas or Illy aribica coffee. The cafe walls are lined with fascinating mining memorabilia.
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Five Round And Round Watches That Include Everything In The Sky And Round Places
Fang and Yuan are simple geometric figures, but they contain China’s broad philosophical thoughts. The fusion of square and circle not only brings people a geometric beauty, but also has a philosophical meaning. Fang Yuyuan brought infinite inspiration to watch designers; whether in military watches, formal watches, sports watches or jewelry watches, this design element brings us a harmonious and dynamic beauty.
BellRoss AVIATION series BR 01-92 STEEL military watch
Movement: automatic mechanical movement
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
Case: 46mm diameter, satin-finished stainless steel case, screw-down crown
Dial: black, light-reflective coated numerals, scales and hands
Table mirror: anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Waterproof depth: 100m
Strap: black rubber or reinforced nylon strap
Buckle: Satin-finished steel pin buckle
The square in the square can be said to be the ‘standard look’ of the BellRoss AVIATION series. This BR 01 professional military watch is inspired by a clear, easy-to-read and precise aerospace dashboard. Under the banner of ‘military watch’, many men must be lively.
Cartier PASHA C Waterproof Watch
Movement: Cartier 049 automatic mechanical movement
Case: 35.25mm diameter, 8.77mm thick, stainless steel case, stainless steel screw-in crown hidden cover
Dial: white, Arabic numerals, diamond-shaped blue steel luminous hands
Mirror: Sapphire crystal
Strap: stainless steel bracelet
In the round waterproof case, there are four Arabic numerals on the four sides of a rectangle, the shape resembles ancient Chinese copper coins. Another feature of this series is the short chain that secures the screw-down crown to the case. Introduced in 1943, the Cartier round waterproof watch inspired the birth of the Pasha series, which became an integral part of Cartier’s watchmaking world.
Tag Heuer MONACO Monaco Collection CAW211D.FC6300
Movement: CALIBRE 11
Functions: hour, minute, second, calendar, minute chronograph, chronograph second hand
Case: Fine-brushed polished steel
Dial: Blue dial with white vertical stripes, hand-assembled rhodium-plated hour markers, minute and hour hands with white fluorescent markers, red chronograph seconds and small dial hands, oblique blue circle calendar window at 6 o’clock, silver Dial decorated with sun rays
Table mirror: anti-glare treatment on both sides, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
Strap: Lacey Hollow Leather Strap
This Monaco Calibre 11 Limited Edition offers innovative twisted ropes inspired by the watch designs that Steve McQueen loves to wear. The small square dial combined with the ring-shaped hour markers, the red dial blue dial and the white racing stripes create a visual impact. It is a unique sports watch.
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 25845-52-741-BA6A Watch
Movement: GP01900-0004, automatic
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator, date
Case: 36.00 x 37.00 mm, thickness 12.90mm, rose gold case
Dial: ‘High Temperature Glazed’ Enamel Dial
Long before the popularity of the retro style, under the influence of the Art Deco trend in 1945, Girard-Perregaux has released the Vintage 1945 watch series. Since then, different styles of Vintage 1945 watches have been released, bringing a modern interpretation to this collection full of unique personality, and the rich details are breathtaking. In addition to the hour and minute hands, this watch also has three small dials, power reserve display and date. Four circular sizes in the square case, showing unquestionable elegance.
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date
Material: 18K rose gold, stainless steel
Gem: Living Gem
This Happy Sport watch combines stainless steel and diamonds. The movable round diamond is added to the square case, which is very modern and urban, mature, refined and full of vitality, durable and dynamic.
Square and round, simple but complex, simple but profound.
New Colors And New Upgrades Some Of Panerai’s Unusual
On October 20, 2017, in the Panerai Store in Yintai Center, Jianwai Street, Beijing, the famous watch brand Panerai presented the second new product appreciation this year. The last time was this year. In mid-June, I brought the works of Panerai on SIHH at the beginning of this year. Only 4 months later, Panerai brought us a batch of brand new watches, most of which were released in September. , But there are already models sold out, so what are the highlights this time? We interpret them one by one for you.
As an annual highlight, SIHH is undoubtedly one of the most important exhibitions in the entire watch industry. At the time, Panerai also showed the most important new products. The main features were focused on the results of new materials, new technology and new color matching. The works are relatively complicated and advanced. And this time, for the majority of tablemates, it is undoubtedly more practical to buy, because in addition to the classic brand design of Panerai, they also use a refreshing color scheme to show the unique style and charm of Panerai. , Not so high. In addition, Panerai also brought a very special watch.
Green dial
At the beginning of September this year, Panerai released a brand new color combination watch-three green dial watches, we know that Panerai’s use of color in the past two years, very eye-catching, novel color combination, showing Panerai Strong sea sporty style. The three watches are equipped with three classic case types-Radiomir, Radiomir 1940 and Luminor 1950. They include a variety of outstanding functions, classic designs and different case sizes. Among them, the Luminor 1950 44mm 8-day single-chain chronograph GMT watch has sold out.
Radiomir 8 Days Titanio
45mm 8-Day Power Reserve Titanium Watch PAM00735 (RMB 85300)
Green has become the trend color of young people, getting rid of the traditional black and white gray, the more novel but less eye-catching dark green, emphasizing the personality of young people and the strong sports texture. The PAM00735 watch has a case diameter of 45 mm, is equipped with a matte titanium pillow case, and uses linear lugs and a conical winding crown when the first prototype of the watch was first introduced in 1936. It has a strong retro flavor heritage. The history of Ledao. The classic Panerai sandwich dial design, with large beige luminous hour markers and gold-plated hands, forms a sharp color difference with the dark green dial to facilitate time reading.
The watch is equipped with a P.2002 manual winding movement independently developed by Panerai. The three barrels provide eight days of power. The back is designed with a power reserve display. The movement is also designed with a seconds reset mechanism to accurately time The hour hand can also be adjusted back and forth without affecting the minute operation. Overall, the high-profile movement and the simple but extremely Panerai dial design make this watch very charming, and the large 45 mm case is very rough, wild and highlights Pei Nahai has always had a tough temperament.
Radiomir 1940 3 Days Acciaio
47 mm 3-Day Power Reserve Steel Watch PAM00736 (RMB 64100)
It is said that the 47mm case is the true taste of Panerai. Then this time the green dial watch, Panerai also brought the PAM00736 watch with a 47mm diameter. Compared to the previous model, This is like a neoclassical watch, it has Panerai’s classic sandwich dial, gold-plated hands and beige super luminous scale with a retro taste, micro arched mirror highlights its classic texture, and its The lugs and cylindrical crown give it a modern feel. It is equipped with a P.3000 manual movement, has a three-day power reserve, and has hourly quick adjustment. Compared to 735, it has a more affinity price because of its streamlined configuration.
It is also a green dial with a military-green vision. Compared with the 735, the scale is more slender, which makes this watch have a unique and elegant taste. The open dial is very eye-catching, and the retro-toned color tone is matched with the brown leather strap to highlight the classic style of Panerai. In general, except for the large case, this watch is more difficult to control, and the rest is very comfortable and has a built-in personality.
More Personal Luminor Due
The Luminor Due series was born in 2016. Compared with other Luminor series, its biggest feature is that it is thin and light. The large case of Panerai has always made many small wrist men and some women discouraged. The Luminor Due series The birth makes Panerai more affinity. For women, Panerai on the wrist also looks more friendly. At the same time, it is designed to follow the Luminor series of the 1950s, retaining a vibrant sporty atmosphere.
LUMINOR DUE 3 DAYS TITANIO
42mm 3-Day Power Reserve Titanium Watch PAM00728
LUMINOR DUE 3 DAYS ORO ROSSO
42mm 3-Day Power Reserve Red Gold Watch PAM00741 (RMB 161600)
42 mm case diameter Luminor Due, this time there are two in total, one is a 728 frosted titanium case, blue case design, thickness is only 10.5 mm, equipped with P.1000 manual winding three-day power reserve mechanical machine Core, with stop-seconds reset device. 741 is an 18K red gold case watch, non-sandwich dial, gold-plated hands and dot hour markers with super luminous material coating, a light blue strap, Panerai patented strap replacement device It can be matched with different styles of straps. The watch has a built-in P.1000 / 10 manual movement with a three-day power reserve. It is a skeleton version of the P.1000 movement.
Because these two watches have a diameter of 42 mm and a friendly case thickness, they can be controlled by both men and women, and still retain the classic design style of Panerai. The iconic crown guard of the Luminor series, It is well worth choosing for men and women with small wrists.
LUMINOR DUE 3 DAYS
45 mm 3-Day Power Reserve Steel Watch PAM00739 (RMB 100700)
In addition to the 42mm three-day power reserve Luminor Due series, this time also brought a larger version-the 45mm Luminor Due series, which is equipped with an internal P.4000 automatic movement, compared to The P.1000 movement and the P.4000 movement have a pearl oscillating weight to achieve two-way winding, which will be more convenient in terms of practicality. Among them, 739 is a charcoal gray dial polished stainless steel case watch, which is equipped with a P.4000 / 10 automatic movement (a hollowed-out version of the P.4000 movement). Due to higher technology, a 22K The gold-colored pearl tuo makes this stainless steel watch even more luxurious.
729 is a watch with a matte titanium case. The case is a grade 5 titanium metal. The polished bezel is a grade 2 titanium metal. The blue dial is decorated with a sun pattern and is very gorgeous. . The watch is equipped with a P.4000 automatic movement and is equipped with a tungsten alloy pearl rotor. The 45 mm case is very atmospheric, with a leather strap, it is suitable for casual wear.
Panerai’s redesigned metal bracelet watch
LUMINOR MARINA 1950 3 DAYS AUTOMATIC ACCIAIO
3-Day Power Reserve Automatic Steel Watch
42 mm (PAM00722 RMB 56900) 44 mm (PAM00723 RMB 57600)
Although Panerai has a history originating from the Italian Navy and has a very tough athletic temperament, Panerai is the only brand that is strong in sports and rarely uses metal bracelets. This year, Panerai has redesigned a metal bracelet. The structure of its chain links draws design inspiration from the classic crown bridge of the Luminor series, so that the compliant ergonomic metal bracelet also presents Representative elements of Panerai.
722 and 733 use 42mm and 44mm case diameters respectively to meet the needs of most watch buyers. The watch has a built-in P.9010 self-winding movement. Thanks to the thinner movement size, the watch still maintains a good thickness of the case on the basis of the three-day power reserve, which makes it easy to wear.
Based on movement 9010, more models have been upgraded
The P.9010 movement is an upgraded P.9000 movement. Since then, the Panerai classic movement 9000, which has been glorious for many years, will gradually withdraw from the historical stage. Compared with the 9000 movement, the 9010 movement maintains a three-day power reserve. Functional features, but in thickness, reduced by 2 mm, so that all watches equipped with this movement can be reduced in thickness and easy to wear.
The new works brought by Panerai this time include models with multiple functions, PAM01320, PAM01321, PAM01351, PAM01535, PAM01537. These watches are upgraded versions of their original watches, and numbers are added before the numbering. ‘1’, so according to the model, you can easily know its ‘predecessor’ version. At the same time, it is equipped with movement 9010, the small second hand is blue embellishment. These watches are based on 9010, and through derivative functions, they realize the functions of power reserve display (display on the back) and GMT (calibration 9011), power reserve display (display on the dial) and GMT (calibration 9012). Through different case sizes and dial colors, such a series of watches have been introduced.
Mysterious Limited Edition
MARE NOSTRUM ACCIAIO
42 mm stainless steel watch PAM00716 RMB 71400
This watch is the most special model in this new appreciation. It is a replica of a classic brand watch from 1993, inspired by the first chronograph in the history of Panerai. According to authoritative history He pointed out that the watch prototype was released in 1943 and was specially designed for the Royal Italian Navy officers, but it has not been officially put into production. One of the trial works was discovered years ago and is housed in the Panerai Museum, so that its unique design and functional characteristics are finally reappeared. Previously, Mare Nostrum could only be traced from the limited literature following the 1966 flood in Florence. Based on these documents, Panerai launched the brand’s first engraved chronograph (Ref. 5218-301 / A) in 1993, which was also the year when Panerai created its first civil watch series, namely The pre-Vendôme period (1993-1997), known to Panerai enthusiasts.
Because the original watch has a huge size of 52 mm and cannot be used for daily wear, the engraved version has been reduced to a 42 mm case. The 716 watch uses a delicate blue tone and is equipped with an OP XXXIII manual movement. It is a 1993 wrist. The same movement of the watch, based on the ETA 2801-2, is loaded with the Dubois-Dépraz chronograph assembly and has a power reserve of 42 mm. Obviously, this is a Panerai that is least like Panerai, but it is for this reason that this watch is given more legendary color. Limited to 1000 pieces.
To sum up, only one watch of this time is a precious metal style. The rest of the models are based on Panerai’s well-known classic movements, with different case sizes and dial colors. A Panerai style with a sporty temperament. At present, some watches will be sold in the store, and everyone can go to the store to try it on.
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Tango Dance-the most beautiful, sensual and tempting dance in dance, it is also the most technically demanding dance. Rose-symbolizes eternity, passion and perfection.
Combining the feelings and aesthetics of the two, inheriting the style of the Junya series: refinement and vitality, the Tudor Series JunDao DoubleDate will perfectly interpret the retro trend and meticulous feelings.
‘Bright, elegant and charming’ is the best adjective for the appearance of the Junya series. The shiny case, polished stainless steel double outer ring, with a sophisticated design, willow-style hands and curved blue crystal surface. And the case diameter is enlarged to 42 mm, which is just as good as other models of the Junya series.
The surface color is available in black, white, silver and dark gray to choose from. The new design elements include a striking double calendar display window at 12 o’clock, and the small second hand set at 6 o’clock for the first time. The Tudor rose logo from the 1930s and 1940s is embellished with nostalgia.
The Tudor DoubleDate is equipped with a self-winding mechanical movement that is water-resistant up to 100 meters (330 feet). It is available with a black lizard strap or calfskin strap with crocodile pattern. Two leathers The straps are equipped with folding clasps. A stainless steel or gold steel strap is also available, with a Tudor clasp.
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Dual calendar display at 12 o’clock
Small seconds dial at 6 o’clock
Willow Leaf Pointer
Curved sapphire surface
Water-resistant to 100 meters (330 feet)
18ct yellow-gold steel
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House Democrats pass $3 trillion coronavirus relief bill despite Trump’s veto threat
Speaker Pelosi overcomes divisions in her own caucus to pass sweeping bill; no sign of bipartisan negotiations
Congress on May 15 passed a $3 trillion, Democrat-backed bill that would double the amount of aid approved to ease the toll of the coronavirus pandemic. (Reuters)
Erica Werner
Congressional reporter focusing on economic policy
May 16, 2020 at 1:31 a.m. UTC
House Democrats on Friday passed a $3 trillion tax cut and spending bill aimed at addressing the devastating economic fallout from the coronavirus outbreak by directing huge sums of money into all corners of the economy.
But the White House and Senate Republicans have decried the measure’s design and said they will cast it aside, leaving uncertain what steps policymakers might take as the economy continues to face severe strains.
The sweeping legislation, dubbed the “Heroes Act, passed 208-199. Fourteen Democrats defected and opposed the bill, reflecting concerns voiced both by moderates and liberals in the House Democratic caucus about the bill’s content and the leadership-driven process that brought it to the floor. The bill won support from just one Republican: Rep. Peter T. King of New York.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) pushed forward despite the divisions in her caucus and GOP opposition, arguing that the legislation will put down a marker for Democrats’ priorities and set the stage for negotiations on the next bipartisan relief bill.
Americans “are suffering so much, in so many ways. We want to lessen their pain,” Pelosi said during House floor debate Friday. “Not to act now is not only irresponsible in a humanitarian way, it is irresponsible because it’s only going to cost more, more in terms of lives, livelihood, cost to the budget, cost to our democracy.”
The 1,800-page legislation contains a large number of provisions: nearly $1 trillion for state, local and tribal governments; another round of direct payments to individuals, up to $6,000 per family, including to unauthorized immigrants; $200 billion for hazard pay for essential workers; $75 billion for coronavirus testing and tracing; increased spending on food stamps; $175 billion in housing support; student loan forgiveness; and a new employee retention tax credit and extension of unemployment benefits.
It also includes measures less directly related to the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis. It would require all voters to be able to vote by mail beginning this November and temporarily repeal a provision from the 2017 GOP tax law that limited a federal deduction for state and local taxes, something that would largely help higher-income areas. The legislation would provide $25 billion for the U.S. Postal Service, spending President Trump has vociferously opposed as he has pressured the agency to charge higher rates to Amazon and others.
“The bill is simply a Democratic agenda masquerading as a response to the coronavirus pandemic,” said Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.). “The bill will go nowhere and go there fast. … Why we’re going through this exercise rather than negotiating in a bipartisan manner is beyond my understanding.”
The White House issued a formal veto threat against the legislation earlier this week.
As Washington scrambled to deal with the growing impact of the coronavirus pandemic earlier this year, the White House, state governments, local officials and businesses took steps to send many Americans home as a way to try to contain the contagion. This led to a mass wave of layoffs that began more than two months ago and has continued every week since, particularly as Americans have sharply pulled back spending.
Congress has passed four bipartisan coronavirus relief bills that have already cost around $3 trillion to try to blunt the economic fallout. While Republicans and Trump administration officials agree that more action will be necessary at some point, many say it’s time to pause and see how the programs already funded are working before devoting even more federal funds to the crisis as deficits balloon.
“The president has said he would talk about state and local aid, but it cannot become a pretext for bailing out blue states that have gotten themselves into financial trouble, so while he’s open to discussing it he has no immediate plans to move forward,” White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany said Friday, adding, “The Pelosi bill has been entirely unacceptable.”
White House floats large corporate tax cut for firms that bring jobs back from overseas
In a reflection of clashing priorities that might make it difficult to come to agreement on additional relief legislation, White House National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow on Friday floated slashing the 21 percent corporate tax rate in half for companies that return operations to the United States from overseas, a dramatic change that drew immediate opposition from Democrats.
The White House has also called for a payroll tax cut and new legal liability protections for businesses in any future legislation, policies that have already been rejected by Democrats and — in the case of the payroll tax cut — some Republicans as well.
Trump himself is pushing for the economy to reopen as quickly as possible and said recently that he’s in “no rush” to sign off on additional spending.
That argument angers Democrats who say Republicans are turning a blind eye to the tens of millions of Americans who have lost their jobs. They also point to comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell, who warned this week of a prolonged economic downturn and said additional spending would be “costly but worth it.”
Friday’s floor debate proceeded in what has become the new normal for the House: The chamber was largely empty except for members who were speaking or presiding and some staff. Most lawmakers of both parties were wearing masks, although a handful of Republicans were not, and about two dozen lawmakers were absent. When it came time to vote, lawmakers cycled in and out of the chamber in small groups assembled alphabetically, so that a vote that would normally take 15 minutes to stretched to well over an hour. The chamber was repeatedly being cleaned and wiped down.
As the pandemic unfolds with no end in sight, the House also voted Friday to approve a rules change allowing for remote voting by proxy, so future votes can happen without all members present. Republicans opposed the rules change, calling it unconstitutional, while Democrats said it was necessary so the House could continue to conduct business safely.
Pelosi navigated competing demands in her own caucus as she assembled Friday’s coronavirus bill. Lawmakers including members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus had pushed for a “Paycheck Guarantee” program that would offer more generous assistance to individuals than the new round of one-time payments included in the bill. Progressive Caucus co-chair Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) was among those opposing the legislation Friday, saying it “ultimately fails to match the scale of this crisis.”
Some moderate lawmakers, including freshmen who flipped GOP-held seats and face challenges in November, expressed unease about forcing through what they viewed as a partisan messaging bill. And lawmakers in both camps complained about a process that presented them with a mammoth bill written largely at the leadership level and little time to review it.
“Unfortunately, many members of Congress — including some in my own party — have decided to use this package as an opportunity to make political statements and propose a bill that goes far beyond pandemic relief and has no chance at becoming law, further delaying the help so many need,” Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) said in a statement Friday announcing her opposition to the bill.
But as they head toward the November elections, the large majority of Democrats came together behind the bill, endorsing an activist role for the federal government in helping the nation climb out of the economic crater caused by the pandemic.
“This is the legislation the American people expect from their representatives during this crisis,” said Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.). “It is a bold response to an unprecedented challenge.”
Just ahead of final passage of the bill, Democratic leaders wrangled the votes to defeat a last-minute obstacle: An attempt by Republicans to attach an amendment that would have struck language in the bill extending an earlier round of stimulus checks to unauthorized immigrants. Had it been adopted, the amendment would have imperiled passage of the underlying bill because of opposition from liberal and Hispanic lawmakers.
Mike DeBonis contributed to this report.
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D.C. swamp still reeling from Hurricane Donald
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President Donald Trump speaks during a Congressional Medal of Honor Society reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File) more >
By Charles Hurt - The Washington Times - Sunday, September 16, 2018
President Trump, it has been reported in all seriousness, is a hateful, racist conspiracy theorist hellbent on ridiculing the deaths of some 3,000 Puerto Ricans reportedly killed by the double hurricanes that blasted the island territory last year.
Only a monster like Donald Trump would dare politicize the weather. Or turn every natural disaster into a political cudgel in this manner.
Oh, wait! Donald Trump did not do that.
Democrats in Washington did that. Crazy News Network did that. The New York Slimes did that. The Washington Compost did that.
For years, leftist hacks in the Democrat Party and conspiracy loons in the media dreamed of cobbling together a never-ending, self-generating political smear machine that would automatically fight to destroy their enemies with relentless abandon.
Impossible! No such thing could be invented! Even if such a thing did exist, only a truly soulless, dishonest and evil sorcerer of politics would unleash such a diabolic genie.
Then Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005, a year after President George W. Bush blindsided all the media and the entire political world by winning re-election over their strenuous objections.
All bets were off. The frothing jackals began yipping. They circled. Went in for the kill.
Within a couple of days of Hurricane Katrina, it was all Mr. Bush’s fault. He may have even personally detonated bombs to blow up the levees in New Orleans.
Ever since, the weather has been all about politics. Every time there is a hurricane, it is blamed on the nearest Republican. If a Republican is in the White House, then the “act of nature” is blamed on him — along with every casualty resulting from it.
If Barack Obama is in the White House for a hurricane — or a massive oil leak in the Gulf or anything else that would destroy a mortal politician — then it becomes a photo opportunity during which Mr. Obama can blame Republicans for all manner of atrocities, but mainly racial inequality and divisiveness.
One of the many wonderful and spectacular things about the Trump presidency is how the mere existence of Mr. Trump in the White House causes his most rabid enemies to reflexively reveal themselves. They become their truest, most disgusting selves.
So, when Hurricane Florence began gathering in the Atlantic Ocean, the press dispatched an army of reporters-turned-activists to the Carolinas so they could blame the storm on Mr. Trump, against a dramatic backdrop of staggering winds and ferocious storm waters.
Normally they wait until the first person doesn’t get a bottled water to blame the president.
Not this time.
Florence had not even reached the beach when The Washington Compost declared Mr. Trump “complicit” in the formation of the storm. (Really, I am not making this up. It was an editorial stating the paper’s official position.)
In addition to blaming Mr. Trump for the wicked winds of Hurricane Florence, The Compost also — even more bizarrely — blamed him for “slowing the wind currents that guide hurricanes, making storms more sluggish and, therefore, apt to linger longer over disaster zones.”
See, that way they can blame Mr. Trump for not only the hurricane but also the flooding and looting and everything that goes with a storm of this magnitude.
My question is this: Since Hurricane Florence is Mr. Trump’s fault, does that mean he gets credit when it downgraded from a Category 3 storm to a Category 2? And then from a Category 2 storm to a Category 1 and, finally, to a tropical depression?
I wouldn’t bet on it.
⦁ Contact Charles Hurt at churt@washingtontimes.com or on Twitter @charleshurt.
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Crossing Australia: The Horse Family
Posted on 27/05/2015 by Viv Head
From time to time, you come across people who have done some quite extraordinary things. Carol Geraghty is one of these; with her two teenage sons and four horses she has journeyed from her home in Guildford, Victoria to Cooktown in the Far North Queensland. She had not quite reached the end of the journey when we met them, but it had by then taken them sixteen months across more than 5,000 kilometres (3,000 miles) of Outback Australia using old pack horse and bullock tracks and the Cobb & Co. coach trails of yesteryear.
But Carol’s journey has not just been about crossing Australia. About the time her youngest son was born on 2001, her husband was involved in a motorcycle accident that left him with severe spinal injuries and brain damage. Later, she was attacked by an intruder in her home which left her physically injured and suffering from depression, and she still had two young boys to bring up.
The idea for the journey went back to 1990 when Carol read that some of the old stock routes were being opened up. It was a thought she nurtured for more than twenty years until, when Jacob was fourteen and Walter-Luke was twelve, she decided the time had come. Yes the boys would miss some schooling but she felt that the experience of the life they would have on the trail would be of far greater benefit.
They were camped at Rifle Creek rest area near Mount Molloy when we met them, their four horses corralled in their single strand circular electric fence. Beside it, was their small orange dome tent where mum and the two boys slept and beside that a small mountain of saddles, bridles, horse packs and cooking gear. It must be a nightmare when it rains. They carried all their equipment with them but were sometimes reliant on station owners for food for their horses. What is perhaps the most extraordinary thing is that two of the horses were pack horses to carry all their gear, while the boys rode the two saddle horses. Carol herself has walked every step of the way.
We watched them pack up the next morning, a process that took the best part of two hours, then, as they strung out along the path, we saw that one of the boys was also walking his horse. It had swollen withers and they were heading across the Great Dividing Range to the town of Mossman to find a vet. They camp in the bush whenever they can and navigate with a map and compass but no GPS; they do however carry a mobile phone and a Personal Locater Beacon (PLB) in case of real emergency. One of Carol’s greatest worries in the final stages of the journey was crossing the Daintree River especially with the horses, it is a place where crocodiles abound.
Ten days later, they walked into Cooktown, their journey at an end. Both the boys are quiet by nature and it will be back to school for them when they get home. But has Carol says- The hands-on experience and all the things they have learnt along the way has made them grow in confidence, learn life lessons and become even better people, something no classroom can ever teach.
Many of the friends they have met along the way chipped in to get the family home and a specialist horse transport company generously supported them in getting the horses back to Victoria. Carol is an inspirational person and a dedicated mother; her sons should be proud of her, and of themselves, for what they have done. It is something even beyond the imagination of most ordinary folk. Well done the Horse Family.
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Rapper YFN Lucci facing murder charges after shooting in Atlanta
Rapper YFN Lucci is wanted in Atlanta on multiple charges — including murder — in connection with fatal shooting last month, Atlanta police said Tuesday.
Officers responding to calls of a person shot around 5:20 p.m. on December 10, found James Adams, 28, lying in the street with a gunshot wound to his face, the police incident report states. Adams was taken to a local hospital where he died.
A short time later, a second victim, Kevin Wright, 32, arrived at an area fire station by private vehicle with a gunshot wound to his abdomen, the report states. Homicide investigators determined the two shootings were likely related.
Three suspects were named in the investigation, including 29-year-old YFN Lucci, whose real name is Rayshawn Bennett, police said.
CNN was unable to reach Lucci or his representatives for comment.
He is wanted on charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, participation in street gang activity and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
The other two suspects were caught, police said.
An award of up to $5,000 is being offered through Crime Stoppers for the rapper’s arrest and prosecution.
YFN Lucci is an Atlanta-native who is known for his 2017 hit “Everyday We Lit” and 2020’s “Wet. (She got That …).”
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Frequently Asked Questions: Governor's Executive order and Weld-RE1
1. What is the Governor’s Executive order?
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has signed an executive order suspending in-person learning in public and private schools across the state from March 23 to April 17. This means that we will have NO in-person classes for the next 4 weeks or until the Governor change the timeline.
2. If there’s a closure, will the school year be extended into June?
We are not sure yet. The Colorado Department of Education waived the state requirements for in-person instructional hours, school days, or seat time for this school year. That means that we don’t have to make up any lost instructional time.
3. What do "remote learning opportunities" look like during a closure? What if my student needs technology help to engage in remote learning?
The district distributed devices to all grade 2 – 6 students. Students in 7 – 12 already have a device that they are taking home.
If your child needs help they have to send an email to this address: [email protected] We have a small group of people available for tech support and we ask you to be patient and understanding during this time. They will do their best to respond to every email as soon as they can. Wednesday March 25 is the last day of distribution so they will have more time after that.
4. My student left something at school. Can they get it while schools are closed?
Wednesday March 25 will be the ONLY time for student to go to school and collect anything they need from school. There will NO access after this day.
5. How will students and families who need it get food during the closure?
The district made sure that our students have access to nutritious meals while schools are closed. Students can get meals during the closure at these locations ONLY on Tuesdays and Thursdays (they will receive 2 meals):
Pete Mirich Elementary School
South Valley Middle School
Any student may pick up a FREE meal between 11:am and 12:30 pm. To minimize the possibility of infection we ask everyone to follow the physical distance rule of 6 feet.
6. Can I still use a district facility during the closure?
No, All Re1 buildings and facilities are NOT available to the public during the closure. This includes the pool, weight rooms and gymnasiums.
7. Will employees still be paid if schools close?
Yes. The district has articulated a plan to ensure that payroll will be processed.
8. What if my child is feeling anxious about what's happening? What's the best way to talk with them?
The following are some resources for parents/guardians to guide conversations: the Child
Mind Institute’s “Talking to Kids about Coronavirus” and the “Families Cope with Coronavirus.”
9. What's happening with athletics, activities and events? CHSAA's latest update is posted here.
The Colorado High School Activities Association announced March 17 that it is extending its spring sports moratorium through April 18; this includes practices, competitions and meetings. All CHSAA music events have been cancelled for spring 2020. For more information, visit the CHSSA website.
10. What is happening with graduation?
No decisions have been made yet about Valley high school commencement ceremony, following Gov. Jared Polis’ order to close schools. We know many families are anxiously awaiting information about this important milestone in their students’ lives, and we will share more information as it is available.
11. My child has an IEP. What services will they be getting?
Just as we will be providing general education during this closure, we will also provide special education and related services to students with identified disabilities. We are following federal guidance closely and are working to develop the specifics of what these learning opportunities will look like when remote learning begins for all students. The best way to get information about your child’s instruction is from their school.
12. What happens with state assessments and SAT testing?
On March 17, the Colorado Department of Education announced that the Colorado Measures of Academic Success, or CMAS, assessments are canceled for the 2019-2020 school year. CDE is working with The College Board to generate possible solutions for the administration of the PSAT and SAT tests, which offer unique roles in Colorado’s system in terms of scholarships and college entrance. Additional information will come from CDE as it becomes available.
13. What is happening with AP tests?
The CollegeBoard released information about how Advanced Placement (AP) tests will be administered this spring. The following are highlights; read the full announcement from CollegeBoard here.
• Traditional face-to-face exam administrations will NOT take place. Students will take a 45-minute online, free-response exam at home.
• The full exam schedule, specific free-response question types that will be on each AP Exam, and additional testing details will be available by April 3, according to CollegeBoard.
• To be fair to all students, some of whom have lost more instructional time than others, the exams will only include topics and skills most AP teachers and students have already covered in class by early March.
• Colleges support this solution and are committed to ensuring that AP students receive the credit they have worked this year to earn. For decades, colleges have accepted a shortened AP Exam for college credit when groups of students have experienced emergencies.
• Students will be able to take these streamlined exams on any device they have access to—computer, tablet, or smartphone. Taking a photo of handwritten work will also be an option.
14. What can families do to protect themselves from becoming ill?
Parents and guardians can help by continuing to implement the same critical illness prevention practices:
• Clean hands with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub.
• Cover nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing.
• Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms.
• Getting a flu shot if you haven’t gotten one this year.
• If they have a positive influenza or COVID-19 diagnosis, please also share that information.
15. Will Safe2Tell still work during a closure?
Yes. Safe2Tell is available for students, parents and staff. For more information and to make reports: https://safe2tell.org or 1-877-542-7233.
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This Pittsburgh Group Built A Park In A Dumpster
By Margaret J. Krauss • Sep 13, 2016
Phoebe Downey, project manager for Envision Downtown, sits in the mobile parklet the organization made from an old dumpster.
Margaret J. Krauss / 90.5 WESA
A dumpster parked curbside, piled high with construction debris or outdated building guts, is not an uncommon city sight. But a certain dumpster just off one of Pittsburgh’s main business corridors is different. For starters, it’s painted bright yellow.
“We love the yellow,” says Phoebe Downey, project manager for Envision Downtown, a public-private partnership between the mayor’s office and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
Downey is looking at the dumpster the organization converted into a fully mobile parklet. Twenty-one feet long and seven feet wide, the dumpster fits in an average parking space. A local welder cut one side wall in half and pushed it back to make a bench. The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy filled the interior to the top with soil and planted it with seasonal flowers and shrubs, just visible over the roofs of parked cars.
Envision Downtown's goal is to make spending time in the city more pleasant. The dumpster park was one way to quickly address a lack of seats and green space, says Downey.
“You get places like Penn Avenue in the Cultural District with really great tree canopy and then you get somewhere like Smithfield Street where there are no trees. Or, you get hot spots for public seating like in Market Square and Mellon Plaza, and then you can go several blocks without seeing a seat."
The parklet also helps address stormwater runoff issues, says Downey.
“Any way that you can remove some of the water that’s falling on the asphalt and slowly drip it back into the system rather than getting these big storm events, is helpful.”
The parklet is a pilot project, one of several Envision Downtown will roll out this fall. They allow the organization to test ideas before making them permanent, says Downey.
“Bureaucracies are slow and we wanted to be able to kind of try out ideas that we think were going to work, but in a way that if they don’t work we can quickly take them back out and we haven’t wasted too much money.”
Unlike Philadelphia’s dumpster pools, outlawed this summer, the mobile parklet is fully permitted and insured. The project’s $15,000 price tag covers those costs, as well as planting, watering, and maintenance for a year.
The parklet will remain at its current spot on Fourth Avenue near One Oxford Centre for several weeks. Envision Downtown is accepting suggestions for where it should travel to next.
“We’re flexible to move it around,” says Downey. “That’s the beauty of it.”
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Biden Urges Americans To Wear Masks Until Inauguration Day
By Christine Favocci
Presumptive President-elect Joe Biden was already busying himself with publicly trashing President Donald Trump, proposing the usual government handouts, and singing the praises of coronavirus restrictions in a Monday news conference.
However, it was one reporter’s question about whether more governors should impose additional commerce-killing lockdowns and mask mandates that revealed something about the former vice president’s take on COVID-19 all along.
“You know every major individual of any consequence in the health field is saying we can save we can save 100,000 lives just between now and January 21 by wearing these masks,” Biden said, citing the date for the presidential inauguration.
“It’s going to take a while for the vaccine to be able to be available and distributed and get to people,” Biden continued, speaking about the coronavirus vaccine that was developed in record time with news of the success released a week after the 2020 presidential election.
“It’s about patriotism, it’s about being patriotic, it’s about saving lives, for real, this is not hyperbole,” he went on to say. “It’s about being patriotic and I think you are seeing more and more as this god-awful virus continues to spread, almost unabated, that governors are stepping up.”
He then, seconds later, claimed it was “totally irresponsible” to “resist” mask mandates, and that doing so was making a “political statement.”
“Does anyone understand why a governor would turn this into a political statement?” he asked, holding up a face mask.
So Biden picked the oddly specific date of his own potential inauguration to project the number of lives that could be saved by such “patriotic” measures that trample on personal freedom while pretending it all isn’t somehow political?
Do you think Democrats will claim the virus is gone if Biden takes office?
During the height of the pandemic, it was heresy to even question whether any of the drastic measures taken to prevent the spread of coronavirus could be tainted by politics.
Even as lockdowns continued preventing people from eating at restaurants or going to church, the throngs of angry people flooding city streets to riot after the death of George Floyd while in Minneapolis police custody were permitted to assemble at will.
As the presidential election season ramped up, the Biden/Harris campaign had little to run on except hanging all coronavirus deaths on Trump, even as world leaders across the globe also failed to get a handle on the virus.
With his accomplices in the establishment media, Biden didn’t have to answer questions about his son Hunter Biden’s crooked dealings or even talk about his own presidential agenda — just wall-to-wall COVID-19.
“Donald Trump knew that COVID-19 was dangerous. He knew it was deadly. And he purposely downplayed it,” Biden tweeted Sept. 9. “Now, nearly 200,000 Americans are dead. It’s unconscionable.”
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Donald Trump knew that COVID-19 was dangerous. He knew it was deadly. And he purposely downplayed it.
Now, nearly 200,000 Americans are dead.
It’s unconscionable. pic.twitter.com/SLqqhmWy8E
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) September 10, 2020
This lie was repeated even after Democratic governors sang Trump’s praises for giving their states everything they needed during the pandemic.
The vaccine they said would never be possible — certainly not in a matter of months — has already been developed by at least two major drug companies, thanks to Trump’s “Operation Warp Speed” program.
Yet Biden is still acting like he’s stumping for a presidential bid he most likely already won by proposing the same insane measures that were deemed necessary at the beginning of the pandemic when little was known and treatments and vaccines were yet to be discovered.
Still, even as data showing their limited efficacy has rolled in, fresh restrictions have continued to roll out ratcheting up the unscientific and tyrannical mandates in Democratic-run places like Pennsylvania, while Michigan and California are closing their indoor dining just in time for the holidays, The New York Times reported.
Biden will likely attempt to swoop in and demonstrate how he expertly “shut down the virus” in an attempt to claim credit for Trump’s success (watch for the same as the economy rebounds when he’s able to unleash the Trump economy once he takes over as well).
Judging by how Biden used his inauguration as a yardstick, it’s hard for anyone to deny what those on the right have suspected all along: COVID-19 is real, but the left has used the pandemic for its own political purposes.
Christine Favocci
Christine earned her bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University, where she studied communications and Latin. She left her career in the insurance industry to become a freelance writer and stay-at-home mother.
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Byrne supports live exports, just from Port Alma
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Geoff has been working in regional news since 2010 when he started at the Chinchilla News. He since worked at Ipswich's Queensland Times and the central reporting team NewsRegional. He focuses on data journalim, politics and crime.
THE new Queensland Agriculture Minister has thrown his support behind the state's live export trade - as long as it is not out of Rockhampton's Port Alma.
Speaking at a Rural Press Club lunch in Brisbane on Friday, Rockhampton MP Bill Byrne said he had been "misquoted" as opposing the live export industry.
He said he opposed any proposals to expand live export into Port Alma, which he said could cost the jobs of 2400 people employed in Rockhampton abattoirs.
"The idea of threatening, in some way or another, potentially 2400 in my local community made the choice very clear," he said.
"I recognise that live cattle exports provide a very, very real option and choice for our producers. It contributes significantly to the viability of cattle in the tropics."
However, shadow agriculture minister Deb Frecklington said the agriculture minister did not understand his portfolio - stating the two markets were not competing.
"He's really trying to confuse the issue and have a bet each way," she said.
"We're talking about two different markets and two different types of cattle. Some producers solely produce cattle for live export, some solely for processing, some producers have both."
Mr Byrne said he would not support any measure that could risk Rockhampton jobs - stating the city's economy was already struggling.
"As many of you would know the community economies in most of our regional cities are struggling to one degree or another," he said.
"That's particularly so in Rockhampton - if you walk through the CBD. If you walk through the CBD of many regional towns you'll see many small businesses shutting and vacant shops."
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Call for consensus on universities
AFTER the Federal Government's second failure to deregulate university fees, the sector has called for an end to using it as a "political football".
As widely expected, the Senate crossbenchers voted down the government's fee deregulation bill on Tuesday night, but Education Minister Christopher Pyne pledged to continue the fight.
Universities Australia urged all those involved to return to negotiations. The group wants a new "consensus" on the need for more funding. UA chief executive officer Belinda Robinson said the country could no longer "continue to kick this can down the road".
"Our universities, and the hopes and aspirations of our children, can no longer afford to be treated as a convenient political football," she said.
Despite two failed attempts, the government hopes to win over crossbenchers for its proposed 20% cut to government subsidies for study places. But it's an unlikely prospect.
Ms Robinson urged the entire parliament to reach a "bipartisan" position on "robust funding".
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Prisoner of war Private Hawkins: 'a hero in our eyes'
2015 Anzac Troop Train Re-Enactment - Longreach to Emerald. (R) Rose Hawkins and Joanne Connop lay a wreath at Alpha in memory of Pte Reginald Hawkins who enlisted at Jericho. Photo: Alistair Brightman / Fraser Coast Chronicle Alistair Brightman
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Sherele Moody News Corp journalist Sherele Moody started her career in the media more than 25 years ago. She reports across a broad range of topics including and has an extensive background in data analysis and statistics-based journalism. She also specialises in opinion and feature writing on gendered violence and women’s issues. Sherele is the recipient of the 2018 BandT Women in Media Social Change Maker Award and has multiple Clarion and Walkley Our Watch journalism excellence awards for her work reducing...
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"IT felt like a nulla nulla."
On February 14, 1917, Private Reginald Hawkins was hit in the face by a German soldier before being dragged off to a prisoner of war camp.
The young indigenous man from the tiny Queensland town of Jericho, who described being hit in the face like receiving a blow from an Aboriginal hunting stick, spent two years labouring on farms across Germany under the guard of his captors.
One of 500 Australian Aboriginal men to enlist in the First World War, Private Hawkins' bravery and strength continues to amaze those who hear his story.
This week his war service was honoured, alongside that of other First World War soldiers, when his name was assigned to a carriage on the historic troop train travelling through central Queensland.
On Tuesday, his granddaughter, Joanne Connop, and his daughter-in-law, Rose Hawkins, took pride of place at a commemorative wreath-laying ceremony for the soldier in Alpha, about 170km from Emerald.
Private Hawkins left his job as a station hand to become a member of the 42nd Battalion in October 1915. He was 23.
Eight months later he set sail for Armentieres in France where, as the rest of the world celebrated Christmas, he tasted battle for the first time.
Less than eight weeks later he was wounded in the hip, eye and ear and was interned in a POW camp.
He repatriated to England in January 1919.
The father of two returned to Australia four months later.
Mrs Hawkins, of Yeppoon, and Mrs Connop, of the Northern Territory, were overwhelmed by the honour given to their "handsome hero".
Mrs Hawkins said he was a good-looking gentle bloke who never talked about his experience.
"We know very little about his war services," she said.
"We know he was injured and had to work on farms near the POW camps.
"In our eyes he was a hero."
Private Hawkins never held his granddaughter Joanne.
Mrs Connop was born three months after he died, in 1969.
Not knowing her grandfather has not dimmed her pride.
"It's a real privilege to ride in the carriage that was named after him," she said.
"He was a lovely man, a real gentleman and very handsome."
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Man attempts to pop giant ground 'pimple'
Video of a Pennsylvania man popping a giant bubble under his lawn has gone viral.The video, which was shot in 2015, started going viral this week, showing the satisfying ending to the man's attempts to pop the bubble.The giant bubble formed after torrential rain near Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania during the summer of 2015. Credit: James Callender via Storyful
Video of a Pennsylvania man popping a giant bubble under his lawn has gone viral.
The video, which was shot in 2015, started going viral this week, showing the satisfying ending to the man's attempts to pop the bubble.
The giant bubble formed after torrential rain near Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania during the summer of 2015.
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Cash fears as CNE lease is taken on
By Harry Wright
Centre North East.
PLANS to get Centre North East back into use have taken another step forward following an agreement to lease the building from Shropshire Council.
At Whitchurch Town Council’s full council meeting, held virtually on Thursday, November 19, plans for CNE continued on, with the building’s lease up for discussion.
A 30-year lease on the building has been put forward has a proposal but work cannot get underway until this lease was agreed.
However, some councillors have aised concern that the building could prove a “bottomless pit” for council cash.
The CNE project has been lead by Councillor Harvey Vasey, who says the building is in a better state than expected and with the help of the community, can be brought up to scratch for cheaper than stated by Shropshire Council.
“I think we’ve been clear all the way through that essentially this is a community asset,” said Cllr Vasey.
“This is a building that requires work to get it up and running.
“All members of the council said that the original costs that were proposed were outlandish and with professional community help we could do this for much less.
“Everyone who has been in the building lately has been amazed and the good state.”
“I think it’s absolutely right that as a council we should look at these things.
“But as we move closer to the project I’d just like to commend these heads of terms and for us to take it forward.
Cllr Christian Gregory-Peake agreed with Cllr Vasey and suggested it would not require much work to get the building up to scratch.
“I went round the building a few days ago and water damage always looks worse than it is,” said Cllr Gregory-Peake. “When you look carefully tiles have dislodged but the actual state of the roof is in a good state.
“It’s not a particularly labour-intensive job.
“I don’t really know what the deal is with Shropshire Council is but if a professional roofer is prepared to do it I don’t see the problem with it.”
However, others including Councillors Alan Chesters, John Sinnott and Andy Hall all had reservations over the plans – and the money involved
Cllr Chesters said while he supported the project as a whole, he could not agree to a lease before costs had been approved.
“While initially I support this project, what I can’t see anywhere is any money,” said Cllr Chesters.
“All that’s been written down is going to cost an extortionate amount of money,” said Cllr Chesters.
“Shropshire Council do not allow non-qualified labour to work on their buildings.
“While the work and everything has been done, I can’t see the costs of the work that will be done.
“I support the objective; what I can’t support is agreeing leases with no costs factored.”
Cllr Sinnott agreed with Cllr Chesters, suggesting the council was going in blind by leasing the building before it was repaired.
“I would echo what Cllr Chesters has said,” said Cllr Sinnott.
“It doesn’t matter what we do to the building, all were doing in the period of 30 years is pouring money into a building we don’t even own.
Cllr Sinnott added: “When I suggested taking this on it was March 2018. We’ve had two-and-a-half years of dereliction, the inside is not in very good condition. I have not seen any business case, no plan or costings.”
“The idea that someone can repair that roof for 10k is absolute nonsense. As Cllr Chesters said previously, we haven’t seen any money.
“We’re taking a building on in the hope we can get money, in the hope we can repair it.”
Cllr Hall warned that CNE could turn into a ‘bottomless pit’ of money.
“I’ve got to say, you’ll find no one keener to get this building up and running than me,” said Cllr Hall.
“My youth worker head tells me get this up and running but the business head on me echoes what councillors have said earlier.
“This is a bottomless pit that could bankrupt this council.”
Following this councillors voted on the proposals, agreeing to lease the building from Shropshire Council.
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June 20, 2014 2 Condolences
Mary Louise Reed passed away peacefully on June 17th, 2014 in Scottsdale, with loving family by her side. Mary Lou was born March 1st, 1928, to John and Eleanor Thompson in Hannibal, NY, a small farming community in Oswego County. One of six siblings, her education began in a one-room schoolhouse taught by her two aunts. Mary Lou was an exceptional student and became a Quiz Kid panelist in the mid 40’s. Also a versatile music talent, she played the drums, piano, and violin, and was awarded a music scholarship to college but couldn’t pursue it due to family responsibilities. Mary Lou moved to Phoenix in the late 40’s where she met Carl Herron while teaching ballroom lessons at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio. They soon married and moved to St. Louis, MO, where they had the first of their six children. Later relocated to Kansas City, KS, Mary Lou taught weekly ballroom classes in their basement, joined the Kansas City Young Matrons, became involved in community theatre, and devotedly raised her army of children. She graciously opened her doors to all the children in the neighborhood and had the best “dress up” trunk around. Widowed in 1962, Mary Lou remarried to Tommy Reed, moved to Phoenix, AZ, and soon had daughter, Aimee. Mary Lou eventually joined Tommy at Southwest Booking Agency as Vice President, booking orchestras, bands, and renowned musical talent for conferences, parties, balls, and conventions throughout Phoenix and the Southwest. She was also very involved with Friends of the Foundation for Blind Children and Stage Belles for many years. Besides her children and grandchildren, her passions were golf, crossword puzzles, reading, politics, music, and bridge receiving the Life Master Certificate from the American Contract Bridge League for which she was so very proud. Mary Lou lived her life with grace, dignity, and style, and we will forever remember her with the stunning inner and outer beauty she possessed. She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Cole; brother David Thompson; son Carl Reed; daughters Carla Silva, Lisa Petello, Shanna Reed O’Hara, Molly Berry, Aimee McWilliams, and 14 beloved grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beautiful daughter Mari Lou Shulkin; brothers Gordon and John Thompson; sister Joan Markley, and husbands Carl Herron and Tommy Reed. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 28th, 2014 at 2 pm, at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018.If you feel moved to make a donation, Mary Lou deeply admired the work of Smile Train.
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Steve and Leslie Bartley
Steve and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Lou. She and Helen enjoyed such a wonderful and lasting friendship. May the many lovely memories of her sustain you at this difficult time.
Love, Leslie and Steve
Kim stanton- Janesky
Dear Reed Family, Ive know you all since I was 14 years old, your mom was so gracious, always busy with something. Im saddened by her passing and know its very understandable she missed her “Tommy” way to much. I love you all, Kim
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Office Open XML now approved as ISO/IEC standard IS29500
After a lot of turmoil the ECMA Office Open XML document format has been approved as an ISO/IEC standard - IS 29500. The news came out a day earlier than stated, due to a leak which made ISO to go public with the news.
The process has not been easy for any part in the process and it has for sure made footprints in the standardization history. A lot of lobbying money as been spent (Politics matter) and a lot of committed people has engaged in verbal and written battles.
Now it is time to look forward, once again. Microsoft has to make sure that their Office suite adopts to the IS 29500 specification (once it published and in print), the anti-OOXML campaigners has an obligation to help out in the ISO-process to make IS 29500 even better and to make OOXML, ODF and other formats interoperable.
My only fears is that some greedy lawyers are trying to make some (more) money from this by suing national-bodies or even ISO itself or trying to delay it all by throwing more monkey wrenches in the process.
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Lil Uzi Vert truly does live in a paradise of his own. Over the last five years, he’s amassed an archive of hits like “XO Tour Llif3,” “You Was Right” and "Sauce It Up” that have not only proven his ability to top the charts, but have also shown the world how pure and honest his character is. In addition to the free-flowing music itself, often stylized by the term mumble rap, the rapper's kindred spirit has remained intact with his refusal to conform to the world around him. Instead, he thrives off of navigating on a planet of his own.
And for that reason, fans have eagerly been glued to his growing journey on and off of the mic. Days after his highly anticipated Eternal Atake album debuted as the No. 1 album in the country, XXL saw it fit that we highlight the essential songs that have assisted in Lil Uzi Vert’s journey from one of the many SoundCloud rappers to one of the most-streamed artists in the world.
Upon adopting the precursor “Lil Uzi” early on, after his flow was compared to that of a machine gun, he dropped his first mixtape Purple Thoughtz Vol. 1 at the top of 2014. With that psychedelic-themed project, and its viral track “White Shit,” Uzi's name was sprinkled into rap conversations across the country. His The Real Uzi tape followed, making him an instant force in the rap game with an impenetrable momentum that eventually landed him a record deal with Atlantic Records through Don Cannon, DJ Drama and Leighton "Lakeshow" Morrison's imprint, Generation Now.
Like many artists finding popularity in the late 2010s, Lil Uzi dropped a number of undeniable heaters on Soundcloud like “Dej Loaf” and “Pressure,” which featured Chicago standout Lil Durk. His next project Luv Is Rage took his career to the next level and marked the beginning of a run that would propel him into superstardom. Now with yet another project, Lil Uzi Vert vs. the World, a 2016 XXL Freshman Class nod, and countless hits like “Money Longer,” under his belt, he next welcomed the costume of being an emo rapper.
Following the release of Luv Is Rage 2 and its seven-times platinum single “XO Tour Llif3”, the rhymer announced his next project, Eternal Atake, in 2018. But after some label trouble with Generation Now, the project was delayed for two years. Uzi soon freed himself somewhat, and signed to Roc Nation (though he's still in his deal with both Generation Now and Atlantic). This finally allowed for Eternal Atake to come out earlier this month, along with a deluxe edition that contains 14 new songs, better known as Lil Uzi Vert Vs. the World 2.
To look back at his catalog, and recount the music that’s taken him this far, XXL highlights 33 of the most essential songs that have cemented Lil Uzi Vert's already short-lived legacy.—Kemet High
“SideLine Watching (Hold Up)”
"New Patek"
"Sanguine Paradise"
"Money Mitch"
"Bean (Kobe)"
"You Was Right"
"Baby Pluto"
"Ps and Qs"
"Sauce It Up"
"Erase Your Social"
"Do What I Want"
"That Way"
"Money Longer"
"XO Tour Llif3"
"Neon Guts"
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"Buy It"
"Mood"
"444+222"
"That's A Rack"
"Dark Queen"
"Super Saiyan"
"20 Min"
"Lo Mein"
"The Way Life Goes"
"Silly Watch"
"7AM"
"UnFazed"
"Futsal Shuffle 2020"
"Scott and Ramona"
"Venetia"
"Myron"
"Grab the Wheel"
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Arianna Bocco Named President Of IFC Films
AMC Networks on Wednesday said that longtime film executive Arianna Bocco has been named president of its IFC Films division. Bocco was previously EVP of Acquisitions and Production. She replaces departing IFC Films Co-President Lisa Schwartz. Schwartz had served as Co-President with Jonathan Sehring who retired at the end of 2018.
Bocco has spent more than a decade overseeing acquisitions and productions for IFC Films as well as genre label IFC Midnight.
In her new role, Bocco will continue to oversee acquisitions, production, marketing and publicity, while adding oversight of theatrical film distribution and the fast-growing IFC Films Unlimited subscription streaming service. Bocco will report to Miguel Penella, AMC Networks’ president of SVOD, who oversees the company’s new premium subscription bundled offering AMC+, which includes IFC Films Unlimited; its portfolio of subscription video on demand services Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, and UMC; as well as RLJE Films. Penella reports to Ed Carroll, AMC Networks’ COO.
The elevation comes after the news last month that longtime IFC Films exec Lisa Schwartz is exiting the independent film distributor at year’s end.
“Arianna is a talented and respected executive who has established IFC Films as a leading platform for new, emerging voices as well as acclaimed filmmakers, and through her acquisitions she has helped create a wide-ranging library of celebrated independent films for the company,” said Carroll. “I’m confident that Arianna will bring her unmatched expertise and depth of knowledge to lead IFC Films to continued success and as we serve new audiences through our IFC Films Unlimited streaming offering.”
“IFC Films is synonymous with quality, innovation and filmmaker-driven cinema,” said Bocco. “I could not be more excited by the opportunity to embrace this prestigious reputation and lead the company forward by continuing our commitment to bringing audiences dynamic films, diverse auteurs, and thought provoking art in new and exciting ways.”
Since joining IFC Films in 2006, Bocco has spearheaded all feature pickups at the company. Under her oversee, the label has acquired, produced and distributed hundreds of movies including Richard Linklater’s Boyhood, which was a Golden Globe winner for Best Motion Picture (Drama) and six-time Oscar nominee including Best Picture and winner for Best Supporting Actress; Cristian Mungiu’s Palme d’Or winner 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days; Armando Iannucci’s political satire The Death of Stalin and Oscar-nominated In the Loop; Abbas Kiarostami’s Certified Copy; Werner Herzog’s Cave of Forgotten Dreams; David France’s Oscar-nominated documentary How to Survive a Plague; Michael Winterbottom’s The Trip series; Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook and second feature The Nightingale; Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardennes’ Oscar-nominated Two Days, One Night; Olivier Assayas’ Personal Shopper; Clouds of Sils Maria; Non- Fiction; Hirokazu Kore-Eda’s The Truth; as well as Christian Petzold’s Phoenix and his upcoming Undine.
Prior to joining IFC Films, Bocco served as head of the independent feature packaging division at Gersh in New York City, and before that worked at Miramax Films as SVP Acquisitions. While at Miramax, she was involved in acquiring such notable films as Zach Braff’s Garden State and Tom McCarthy’s The Station Agent.
Before joining Miramax, Bocco was VP Acquisitions and Co-Productions at New Line Cinema and Fine Line Features.
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CORONAVIRUS // Track Cases • Travel Restrictions • Testing Info • Vaccine Updates • School Updates • 12 Responds • Vital Hotlines
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GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (NEXSTAR) — Dollar General employees will receive four hours of pay if they choose to get the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.
The retailer is one of the first large employers to offer employees pay to receive the vaccine. The company has 16,720 retail locations in 47 states and more than 157,000 employees.
Coronavirus deaths in the U.S. hit another one-day high at over 4,300 with the country’s attention focused largely on the fallout from the deadly uprising at the Capitol.
The nation’s overall death toll from COVID-19 has eclipsed 380,000, according to Johns Hopkins University, and is closing in fast on the number of Americans killed in World War II — about 407,000. Confirmed infections have topped 22.8 million.
Can employers make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory? Yes, with some exceptions.
Experts say employers can require employees to take safety measures, including vaccination. That doesn’t necessarily mean you would get fired if you refuse, but you might need to sign a waiver or agree to work under specific conditions to limit any risk you might pose to yourself or others.
“Employers generally have wide scope” to make rules for the workplace, said Dorit Reiss, a law professor who specializes in vaccine policies at the University of California Hastings College of the Law. “It’s their business.”
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has allowed companies to mandate the flu and other vaccines and has also indicated they can require COVID-19 vaccines.
There are exceptions. For example, people can request exemptions for medical or religious reasons.
And even though employers can require vaccinations, there are reasons they might not want to.
Tracking compliance with mandatory vaccination would be an administrative burden, said Michelle S. Strowhiro, an employment adviser and lawyer at McDermott Will & Emery. Employers would also have to manage exemption requests, not to mention legal claims that might arise.
As a result, many employers will likely strongly encourage vaccination without requiring it, Strowhiro said.
With the country simultaneously facing a political crisis and on edge over threats of more violence from far-right extremists, the U.S. recorded 4,327 deaths on Tuesday by Johns Hopkins’ count. Arizona and California have been among the hardest-hit states.
The daily figure is subject to revision, but deaths have been rising sharply over the past 2 1/2 months, and the country is now in the most lethal phase of the outbreak yet, even as the vaccine is being rolled out. New cases are running at nearly a quarter-million per day on average.
More than 9.3 million Americans have received their first shot of the vaccine, or less than 3% of the population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That is well short of the hundreds of millions who experts say will need to be inoculated to vanquish the outbreak.
The effort is ramping up around the country. Large-scale drive-thru vaccination sites have opened at stadiums and other places, enabling people to get their shots through their car windows.
Also, an increasing number of states have begun offering vaccinations to the next group in line — senior citizens — with the minimum age varying from place to place at 65, 70 or 75. Up to now, health care workers and nursing home residents have been given priority in most places.
And the Trump administration announced plans Tuesday to speed up the vaccination drive by releasing the whole supply of doses instead of holding large quantities in reserve to make sure people get their second shot on time.
The Associated Press contributed to this story.
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‘No way did we ever dream of this.’ Four Oklahoma siblings die of COVID-19 in less than three weeks
by: Peyton Yager and Nexstar Media Wire
OKARCHE, Okla. (KFOR) – An Oklahoma family was forced to bury four siblings in less than a month after COVID-19 made its way onto their farm.
The Annuschat dairy farm in Okarche has been in operation since Oklahoma’s statehood. Each sibling had a different but important role. Now, only memories remain.
Larry Annuschat
One by one the four family members tested positive for COVID-19, and they were rushed to Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City.
Larry Annuschat’s life in Okarche quickly turned lonely.
“God coming in there and wiping out the whole kitchen cabinet, no way did anyone ever dream of this one,” Larry Annuschat said. “I am going to miss them.”
Larry was forced to attend four funerals for his four inseparable siblings.
Ron and Paul Annuschat were confirmed with the virus first. Days later, Nick was the next.
“All of a sudden he was coughing, and he goes, ‘I got it,'” Larry Annuschat said. “He was fine four hours before.”
102-year-old New York woman born during Spanish Flu pandemic beats COVID-19 twice
Then, Larry’s sister, Vicki, tested positive, and in the blink of an eye, all of them were gone.
Fifty-eight-year-old Ron Annuschat died on Oct. 30.
Sixty-eight-year-old Paul Annuschat died on Oct. 31.
Fifty-nine-year-old Nick Annuschat died on Nov. 9.
Sixty-six-year-old Vicki Lynn Marks died on Nov. 20.
Larry Annuschat’s siblings, all lost to COVID-19.
“There is no noise at home,” Larry Annuschat said. “There’s nothing.”
Larry was once one of 10 kids, but now he’s the last living brother left to continue the legacy. Larry also tested positive for COVID-19 in October, but he says he was lucky to only have mild symptoms.
“I know where they are at,” Larry Annuschat said. “I know where all of these people are. I will get there. I will see them again.”
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Here’s the latest coronavirus update from the Virginia Department of Health for Saturday, Jan. 16:
Virginia is reporting a huge spike in the number of new cases and deaths. After reporting just over 4,700 new cases on Friday, Virginia Department of Health is reporting 6,757 new cases and 50 new deaths on Saturday.
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Kagen expects stimulus changes in Senate
February 3, 2009 By WRN Contributor
Changes to the federal stimulus package are expected to speed up the process of economic recovery. The U.S. House approved an $819 billion federal stimulus package last week, and it's now being considered in the Senate.
When Senators begin debating the bill later this week, Congressman Steve Kagen (D-WI) expects them to focus on changes that would create jobs more quickly than the House version does. Kagen thinks it's appropriate to get people back to work to help pull out of the current economic decline.
However, Kagen disagrees with claims that the House bill is full of earmark spending that Senators want to remove. The Appleton Democrat says projects listed in the bill are investments that needed to be made to get people back to work and to improve the economy. He says there is also a great deal of oversight to keep that money from going to waste.
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Jauz Explains How His Debut Album Sets The Road Map For The Next 2-3 Years Of His Career
We’ve already gone into great detail as to how JAUZ’s debut album, The Wise and the Wicked, measures up. But beyond just the album, its release sets into motion a long and involved new direction for the producer.
Jauz explained his plan on Twitter, first giving praise to the artists he worked with on the album, and then going into greater detail how it will develop over the course of the next 2-3 years of his career.
“The first taste of this you’ll be able to experience at Lost Lands this year with my first ever Wicked set,” he writes, “but again – that’s just the tip of the iceberg.”
I wrote this the night of the release but I think it still makes sense today pic.twitter.com/PNqrB5WZBE
— JAUZ (@Jauzofficial) September 1, 2018
Part 2 pic.twitter.com/5eFTttMyEZ
Listen to Jauz’s debut album below and read our review here.
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E-book Download Heads, Features and Faces Full Online
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Details Product: Certainly one of the most difficult, often neglected areas of art study is the correct rendering of heads, features, and faces. This volume, prepared by an expert in the field, is devoted exclusively to just that. With its clear, concise text, its almost 200 excellent illustrations, and its overall life-drawing approach, the book provides valuable guidelines on how best to portray faces, features, and heads. There is probably no better instructor to turn to than George B. Bridgman. He brings to the subject both his expertise as an artist and his fifty years' experience as lecturer and teacher at the Art Students League of New York. Throughout the book, he places as much emphasis on perspective and planes as on anatomy. In this way, you'll develop a more precise understanding of each feature, the head and face in general, the relationship between features, and the relationship between a specific feature and the face or head. Mr. Bridgman's consideration of the head includes such topics as the head at eye level and below eye level; planes of the head; and round and square forms. Four features — eye, nose, mouth, ear — are dealt with in detail. Sections on light and shade, comparative measurements, and principles of cube and oval construction further enhance the scope of the book. The finely executed drawings complement the textual material, illustrating all important concepts. Of special value is the author's inclusion of the work of famous portrait artists. Vermeer, Hals, Rembrandt, Reynolds, Louise Elisabeth LeBrun — these are the people who made portraiture a master art; and you'll be able to study, up close and at your leisure, the qualities that let their work achieve the status it did.
Author: George B. Bridgman
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Faces Full Online
Certainly one of the most difficult, often neglected areas of art study is the correct
rendering of heads, features, and faces. This volume, prepared by an expert in the
field, is devoted exclusively to just that. With its clear, concise text, its almost 200
excellent illustrations, and its overall life-drawing approach, the book provides
valuable guidelines on how best to portray faces, features, and heads. There is
probably no better instructor to turn to than George B. Bridgman. He brings to the
subject both his expertise as an artist and his fifty years' experience as lecturer and
teacher at the Art Students League of New York. Throughout the book, he places as
much emphasis on perspective and planes as on anatomy. In this way, you'll develop
a more precise understanding of each feature, the head and face in general, the
relationship between features, and the relationship between a specific feature and the
face or head. Mr. Bridgman's consideration of the head includes such topics as the
head at eye level and below eye level; planes of the head; and round and square
forms. Four features — eye, nose, mouth, ear — are dealt with in detail. Sections on
light and shade, comparative measurements, and principles of cube and oval
construction further enhance the scope of the book. The finely executed drawings
complement the textual material, illustrating all important concepts. Of special value
is the author's inclusion of the work of famous portrait artists. Vermeer, Hals,
Rembrandt, Reynolds, Louise Elisabeth LeBrun — these are the people who made
portraiture a master art; and you'll be able to study, up close and at your leisure, the
qualities that let their work achieve the status it did.
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