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Answers to Questions About Your Child's Mental Health in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
Children's mental health is as important as their physical health. Read on for helpful answers to common questions that can help you protect your child's mental health....more
Knowing When to Seek Treatment for Your Child in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
Common symptoms of a potential emotional, behavioral, or developmental problem include poor grades in school, withdrawal from friends and family, and insomnia. ...more
Temper Tantrums in Behavior Issues
These fits of rage - the stomping, screaming, and falling on the floor - are a normal part of childhood development. Temper tantrums often happen only with a parent. They are a way for the child to communicate his or her feelings....more
Lying and Stealing in Behavior Issues
Lying and stealing are common, but inappropriate, behaviors in school-aged children. Most of the time these behaviors will be outgrown. ...more
Conduct Disorder in Children in Behavior Disorders
Conduct disorder is a type of behavior disorder. It’s when a child has antisocial behavior. He or she may disregard basic social standards and rules....more
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Children in Behavior Disorders
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a type of behavior disorder. It is mostly diagnosed in childhood. Children with ODD are uncooperative, defiant, and hostile toward peers, parents, teachers, and other authority figures....more
Medicines to Treat ADHD in Children in ADHD
Children who have ADHD are often given medicine as part of their treatment plan. The type of medicine most often chosen is a psychostimulant. Read on to learn more....more
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children in ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a behavior disorder. It is often first diagnosed in childhood....more
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children in Autism
Autism spectrum disorder is a problem that affects a child's nervous system and growth and development. It often shows up during a child's first 3 years of life....more
What Every Parent Should Know About Immunizations in Autism
Where can you as a parent turn to for the facts about vaccine safety? The first place to go is your child's healthcare provider....more
Separation Anxiety in Kids and Anxiety
Separation anxiety usually begins around 6 months of age. Babies may suddenly be afraid of familiar people, such as babysitters or grandparents....more
Your Child’s Separation Anxiety and School in Kids and Anxiety
The prospect of new experiences away from parents or other loved ones can be quite frightening, especially for younger children. These worries are a normal part of development for all children....more
When a Family Grieves in Kids and Tough Issues, Teens and Tough Issues
Learning about grief and how it affects your family can help you get through the difficult times together. It may even help your family grow stronger....more
Helping Kids Cope with a Divorce in Kids and Tough Issues, Teens and Tough Issues
Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children. ...more
Put Peer Pressure in Its Place in Kids and Confidence, Teens and Tough Issues
During the teen years, peer pressure can be very strong. It can push kids to do things that they don't really want to do. This pressure can come from friends or other kids at school. But parents can counter it, if they're ready to help....more
Raising Kids with Self-Esteem in Kids and Confidence, About Mental Health
Research shows that adolescents who grow up with high self-esteem are far less likely to abuse drugs or drink, compared with children who grow up without much sense of self-worth....more
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation for Children in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
A psychiatric evaluation looks at the child's behaviors, when those behaviors happen, and what impact those behaviors have on school, family, and other relationships. ...more
Psychiatric Treatment Team in About Mental Health, About Mental Health, About Mental Health, About Mental Health
Team members may include a child and adolescent psychiatrist, a psychologist, a social worker, and a psychiatric nurse. ...more
Mood Disorders in Teens in Teens and Depression
Anyone can feel sad or depressed at times. But mood disorders are more intense. They are harder to handle than normal feelings of sadness. Read on to learn more about these types of disorders in teens....more
Major Depression in Teens in Teens and Depression
Major depression goes beyond the day's normal ups and downs. It involves a teen's body, mood, and thoughts. It can affect and disrupt eating, sleeping, or thinking patterns....more
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Children in Teens and Anxiety
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder. A child with OCD has obsessive thoughts that are not wanted. They are linked to fears, such as touching dirty objects....more
Phobias in Children in Teens and Anxiety
A phobia is an excessive fear of an object or situation. It's a fear that lasts for at least 6 months. It is a type of anxiety disorder. Here's what you need to know....more
Bulimia Nervosa in Children in Teens and Eating Disorders
Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder. A child with bulimia overeats or binges uncontrollably. This overeating may be followed by self-induced throwing up (purging). ...more
Anorexia Nervosa in Children in Teens and Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder. It is a form of self-starvation. Children and teens with this health problem have a distorted body image. They think they weigh too much....more
Is Your Teen Abusing Drugs or Alcohol? in Alcohol Abuse
Besides having trouble with school and relationships, teens taking drugs may display emotional extremes with irritability, anger, and changes in sleep patterns....more
Binge Drinking Dangers for Young People in Alcohol Abuse
Binge drinkers are most likely found on college campuses, where many students consider a big game or fraternity party an excuse to drink all weekend....more
Talk With Your Kids About These Issues in Kids and Tough Issues, Drug Abuse
Talking with your child about drugs, alcohol and tobacco is hard. But you can't afford to ignore these topics. Kids learn about these substances and feel pressure to use them at a very young age....more
Cough Medicine Abuse by Teens in Drug Abuse
DXM is a common ingredient in many cough and cold remedies. It's also become a popular substance to abuse by teens searching for a cheap, easy high. Here's what you should know. ...more
Talking About Sex with Your Teen in Teens and Tough Issues
Studies show that about half of U.S. teens have had sex by age 18. Read on for helpful tips about educating your kids about sex....more
Teen Suicide in Teens and Tough Issues
Suicide is when a teen causes his or her own death on purpose. Before trying to take his or her own life, a teen may have thoughts of wanting to die. Read on to learn how to recognize the warning signs, and how to get your teen help....more
Helping Teens Embrace Self-Care in A Healthy Outlook
Before your teens leave home, teach them to make their own healthcare decisions. One way is to provide information and include them in their own self-care from an early age....more
What You Need to Know About Mental Illness in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
Learning symptoms of mental illness can help you recognize when you or a loved one need help....more
Where to Turn for Mental Health in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
It's normal to feel stressed or anxious now and then. But it's time to call for help if emotional issues interfere with your life, your job or your personal relationships....more
For Adults: Take Care with Antidepressants in Adults and Depression
Learn all about antidepressants, including how they work, tips for taking them, and possible side effects....more
Major Depression in Adults and Depression, Seniors and Depression
Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling. ...more
How to Beat Serious Stress in Managing Stress
When you're faced with a highly stressful event in your life, the strategies outlined here will help you cope....more
Managing Stress in Managing Stress
Emotional stress can have a serious effect on the body. But a healthy, well-balanced diet and regular exercise can help. Read on for more tips....more
Managing Work-Related Stress in Stress and the Workplace
An overview of workplace stress, with helpful tips and exercises to help you relax and relieve some pressure....more
Domestic Violence in Adults and Abuse
Abuse often begins with verbal behaviors such as name-calling, threats, and hitting or throwing objects. It can become worse, including pushing, slapping, and holding against the victim's will. ...more
Recognizing Domestic Violence in Adults and Abuse
Domestic violence is behavior someone uses to control a spouse, partner, date, or elderly relative through fear and threats. Read on for detailed information....more
Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous in Adults and Alcohol
Today there are alternatives to 12-step programs. Some treatment programs teach problem drinkers to reduce their drinking. This approach appeals to people who otherwise might not seek treatment....more
Helping a Friend with an Addiction in Adults and Alcohol
When a friend shows signs of abusing alcohol or other drugs, it's hard to know what to do or say. Here's how to help....more
Boosting Your Mental Health in For Your Well Being, Staying Mentally Fit
Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. But we all face changes in life that can challenge our emotional well being. ...more
Why You Should Try Yoga in For Your Well Being
Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the powerful benefits of exercise. And since yoga is gentle, almost anyone can do it, regardless of your age or fitness level....more
Mental Health: Finding the Help You Need in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
When your life seems to be spinning out of control, it's OK to seek professional mental health help....more
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation in About Mental Health, About Mental Health
A psychiatric evaluation will look at symptoms and when they happen, as well as what impact they have on family and work relationships. ...more
Helping Someone with Memory Loss in Seniors and Memory
In older people, it's easy to mistake memory problems for the everyday forgetfulness that some people experience as they grow older....more
When It’s More Than the Blues in Adults and Depression, Seniors and Depression
People with heart disease are at increased risk for serious depression--and unfortunately, many of them don't know it. ...more
Depression Not a Normal Part of Aging in Seniors and Depression
Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more. ...more
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Ministry in a Secular Age Set, 3 Volumes
by: Andrew Root
series: Ministry in a Secular Age
Andrew Root's well-received Ministry in a Secular Age trilogy offers a developed practical theology that uniquely attends to divine action. The three volumes engage with Charles Taylor's articulation of our cultural context and the challenge he raises for Christian life in a Western world that has found divine action increasingly unbelievable. This project provides not only a needed and deep dialogue with the issues Taylor presents but also offers a constructive vision for confronting Taylor's challenge.
In Faith Formation in a Secular Age, Root provides an alternative take on the issue of youth drifting away from the church and articulates how faith can be formed in our secular age.
Through an abundance of examples, The Pastor in a Secular Age explores how pastors have both perpetuated and responded to our secular age, and provides a new vision for pastoral ministry today.
The Congregation in a Secular Age articulates why it is so hard for congregations to change and encourages an approach that doesn't fall into the negative traps of our secular age.
Caroline Yang
Andrew Root
Andrew Root (PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary) is Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, and has written extensively about youth ministry. He is the author of numerous books, including Faith...
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Research > Measurement Techniques and Virtual Instruments for the Study of Electrostatic Processes >
Conclusions and Contributions
The general conclusion can be formulated as follows:
Because virtual instrumentation makes the measurement of process variables both accurate and versatile, it enables a deeper insight into electrostatic phenomena, paving the way for the improvement of existing technologies and the development of new ones.
The main scientific and technical contributions of the thesis are:
1. Accurate measurement of the electric charge carried by single mm-size particles.
1.1. Increase the precision of the measurement by using a standard Faraday pail and an electrometer, in association with a custom-designed virtual instrument;
1.2. Evaluate the efficiency of various charging mechanisms: corona discharge, electrostatic induction, triboelectrification;
1.3. Refine the model of particle charging/discharging in roll-type corona-electrostatic separators.
2. Continuous measurement of the triboelectric charge of insulating powders processed in compressed-air devices
2.1. Monitor the charge of insulating particles by using a modified Faraday cage and an electrometer, in association with a custom-designed virtual instrument;
2.2. Characterize the tribocharging of different powders;
2.3. Evaluate the capability of the tribocharging device;
2.4. Elaborate the methodology for the statistical control of a tribocharging process.
3. Non-contact measurement of the electric potential at the surface of granular insulating layers
3.1. Characterize the charge-decay from particles in contact with a grounded electrode, by using an electrostatic voltmeter, in association with a custom-designed virtual instrument;
3.2. Predict the electrostatic separability of d ifferent mixtures of solid insulators.
4. Contact measurement of the electric potential of the electrodes of an electrostatic separator
4.1. Visualize the variation in time of the electric potential of the electrodes of an electrostatic separator after a spark discharge, by using a high-voltage probe and a digital oscilloscope;
4.2. Evaluate various high-voltage supplies in view of their use with electrostatic separators.
5. Detection of the metal content of the granular materials processed in a corona-electrostatic separators;
5.1. Monitor the high-voltage at the electrodes of a metal-insulator corona-electrostatic separator, by using a high-voltage probe and an electrometer, in association with a custom-designed virtual instrument;
5.2. Identify a linear relationship between the metal content of the processed material and the standard deviation of the high-voltage at the electrodes of a corona-electrostatic separator.
5.3. Increase the resolution of the metal sensor from 5% to 0.5%, by using a low-pass filter.
6. Experimental modelling of corona-electrostatic separation processes:
6.1. Establish a linear-interaction model of the process by using Taguchi's methodology;
6.2. Analyse the robustness of the electrostatic-separation process;
6.3. Evaluate the influence of humidity on the outcome of the corona-electrostatic separation.
Further development of accurate measurement techniques for electrostatic process variables using virtual instruments will pave the way for both the improvement of existing technologies and the expansion of new ones.
1. Development of a dynamic Faraday cage and an ad-hoc virtual instrument will enable accurate measurement of the electric charge carried by single free-falling mm-size particles in electrostatic separation applications. Such measurements could contribute to the refinement of the existing models of particle charging and trajectories in roll-type and free-fall electrostatic separators.
2. The powder charge measurement systems described in this thesis will be used in conjunction with appropriate experimental design techniques in order to evaluate the effects of both control and noise variables on the efficiency of any tribo-charging process. The same measurement systems could be recommended as standards for industrial statistic process control.
3. By using high-voltage probes with a wider measurement domain (up to 30 kV), the surface potential measurement schemes will make possible a better charge-decay characterization of a larger number of materials and under various operating conditions. An important point to be solved is the recording of charge-decay characteristics starting at Vt=0, as this would enable further advancements in modelling of particle behaviour in corona-electrostatic roll-type separators. Such results could also be of use in predicting the feasibility of electrostatic separation of different mixtures of solid insulators.
4. Studies are needed to establish if high-voltage monitoring schemes developed for metal content measurement in roll-type corona-electrostatic separators could be expanded to other applications.
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Zero Hedge : February 6, 2016
Two years after being fined for falsifying safety records, nine months after a transformer exploded at the Indian Point Nuclear Reactor just 37 miles from midtown Manhattan, and two months after Entergy – the plant’s operator – shut down the Unit 2 reactor after a major power outage cut power to several control rods (when the company assured that no radioactivity was released into the environment), this afternoon NY Governor Andrew Cuomo said he learned that “radioactive tritium-contaminated water” had leaked into the groundwater at the nuclear facility in Westchester County.
Cuomo, in a letter Saturday to the state Health Department and the Department of Environmental Conservation, called for the probe into the Indian Point NPP after he said Entergy, the plant’s owner, reported “alarming levels of radioactivity” at three monitoring wells, with one well’s radioactivity increasing nearly 65,000 percent.
It is unclear if the facility was taking a page out of the Fukushima “crisis response” book, or was being honest when it said that the contamination has not migrated off site “and as such does not pose an immediate threat to public health.” For the sake of millions of downriver New Yorkers, we hope it was the latter.
From Cuomo’s statement:
“Yesterday I learned that radioactive tritium-contaminated water leaked into the groundwater at the Indian Point Nuclear facility. The company reported alarming levels of radioactivity at three monitoring wells, with one well’s radioactivity increasing nearly 65,000 percent. The facility reports that the contamination has not migrated off site and as such does not pose an immediate threat to public health.
“Our first concern is for the health and safety of the residents close to the facility and ensuring the groundwater leak does not pose a threat.
“This latest failure at Indian Point is unacceptable and I have directed Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Basil Seggos and Department of Health Commissioner Howard Zucker to fully investigate this incident and employ all available measures, including working with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to determine the extent of the release, its likely duration, cause and potential impacts to the environment and public health.”
The Governor’s letter directing Acting Commissioner Seggos and Commissioner Zucker to their begin investigation can be viewed here. The text of that letter is also available below:
Despite Indian Point’s denial that the contamination has migrated off site, Cuomo said that the incident requires a full investigation.
There was no immediate comment from Indian Point on the situation, Lohud reported.
The plant, located in Buchanan, NY which supplies about 30 percent of the energy to New York City, has been under increased scrutiny from Cuomo’s office, and the Democratic governor supports closing the plant, even as he supports keeping open two other upstate nuclear facilities.
In December, Cuomo ordered an investigation into Indian Point after a series of unplanned shutdowns, citing its risks being just outside the city and in the populated suburbs.
(read the full article at zero hedge)
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Occupied zones
[06:36] - Moroccan occupier promotes fictitious victories in Western Sahara
[08:43] - Moroccan-Israeli normalization trap heightens risk of war in region
[08:40] - Dow Jones warns global companies about Western Sahara Investment Risks
[09:26] - Spanish-Canadian Professor: Anyone who opposes colonialism should oppose Trump’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
[12:24] - John Bolton: Trump decision on Western Sahara is “a big mistake for the credibility of the USA”
Western Sahara should be able to negotiate a fisheries partnership agreement with the EU
SPS 19/03/2017 - 14:57
By Linnéa Engström
Morocco has no official claim to the waters off Western Sahara, so why, Linnéa Engström asks, should the EU pay Rabat for the right to fish there?
Linnéa Engström is a Swedish Green MEP and first vice-chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Fisheries.
In December 2016, the European Court of Justice (ECJ), through strict interpretation of international law, ruled that the Western Sahara was not part of Morocco and that no EU-Morocco trade deals should apply to any part of the Western Saharan territory. The ruling presents the first time the European court has taken a stance on Morocco’s claims over the territory.
Inherently, this ruling also means that fishing rights sold by Morocco cannot by any means apply to the territory off the coast of Western Sahara. The ECJ explicitly declared that the Council had disregarded its obligation to ensure that International Law was respected before the FPA, and its protocols, were signed. The ruling also states that Front Polisario should give their consent on behalf of the Sahrawi people to any activity regarding their natural resources.
It is now clear that the EU must do its utmost to make sure that any agreement that entails the exploitation of resources in Western Sahara protects the right to self- determination of the Sahrawi people, as well as their right to benefit from the natural resources of their territory. This will be crucial for the EU to uphold the credibility of its commitments towards sustainability and ensuring compliance with EU fishing laws and principles (including human rights) embedded in its Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreements.
Under the UN Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), states may declare exclusive economic zones (EEZs) of up to 200 nautical miles off their coast. Morocco did that in 1981 along the Atlantic coast. However, the southernmost point onshore from which the EEZ is derived is 27o 42’ N, whereas the border between Morocco and the Western Sahara is 27o 40’ N, slightly to the south. A search on the site of Oceans and Law of the Sea, the repository of states’ legislation on, among other things, their EEZs, shows nothing whereby Morocco has claimed sovereignty or jurisdiction over the waters off the coast of Western Sahara.
On the other hand, in 2009, the Sahara Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) declared its maritime zones, including an EEZ of 200 nautical miles, beginning at 27o 40’ N as the northern extremity.
The agreement of 2006 defines the Moroccan fishing zone as “the waters falling within the sovereignty or jurisdiction of the Kingdom of Morocco” which essentially leaves the geographical scope unclear. But if Morocco has not declared any sovereignty over the waters off Western Sahara, it is difficult to see why a) Morocco has the right to sell fishing rights there, and b) why the EU needs to pay Morocco for fishing in waters not under its jurisdiction.
Polisario must now develop its general policy on the management of the maritime resources it seeks to control. If UNCLOS gives a state the right to the resources in its waters, it also obliges them to accept the responsibilities of management that go along with it, rights and responsibilities are two sides of the same coin. Now is the time for Polisario to develop at least a general policy, committed to sustainability and food security. This is especially relevant as many of the resources are shared stocks, imposing a special responsibility under international law. International law clearly recognises the rights to natural resources as part of the right to self-determination.
After these crucial steps have been taken, Front Polisario should have the right, as the official representatives of the Sahrawi people, as recognized by the UN, to negoiate a sustainable fisheries partnership agreement with EU. (SPS)
https://www.euractiv.com/section/africa/opinion/western-sahara-should-be-able-to-negotiate-a-fisheries-partnership-agreement-with-the-eu/
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[06:36] : Moroccan occupier promotes fictitious victories in Western Sahara
[08:43] : Moroccan-Israeli normalization trap heightens risk of war in region
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[09:37] : Ghali commends Western Sahara people's struggle against Moroccan occupation
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Kadriya S. El Deeb
Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.
Hanaa H. Eid
Amany A. Sleem
Department of Pharmacology, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
Ghada Farouk Metwally
Department of medicinal plants and natural products, National Organization for Drug Control & Research (NODCAR).Wezaret El Zeraa st, 12611, Giza, Egypt. Telephone:+201221336053
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Department of medicinal plants and natural products, National Organization for Drug Control & Research (NODCAR).
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Isolation of biologically active metabolites from Bougainvillea spectabilis Willd. cultivated in Egypt
Kadriya S. El Deeb, Hanaa H. Eid, Amany A. Sleem, Ghada Farouk Metwally, Menna B. Abdel Halim
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5138/09750185.2405
Bougainvillea spectabilis Willd. is an ornamental plant cultivated in tropical, subtropical regions and other places as Egypt. The present study aimed to perform bioassay guided fractionation and isolation of some of the bioactive compounds from the Egyptian cultivate. The total ethanol extracts of the leaves (T.ET.L.), stems (T.ET.S.) and flowers (T.ET.F.) were screened for some pharmacological activities viz. in vivo anti-oxidant and anti-hepatotoxic, in addition to in vitro cytotoxic activities. The anti-oxidant effect was assessed by measuring serum glutathione level (GSH) in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. The anti-hepatotoxic activity was evaluated via measuring serum markers level viz. alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) in CCl4-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. In vitro cytotoxicity of the different extracts was estimated for liver cancer cell line (HEPG2) adopting Sulforhodamine B stain assay. T.ET.L. exhibited significantly potent anti-oxidant and anti-hepatotoxic activities, while T.ET.S. showed the highest cytotoxic activity. Through biological guided fractionation, leaves and stems were subjected to successive solvent extraction, whereas the leaves ethyl acetate (Et.Ac.L.) and the stems ethanol 70% (Et.70%S.) extracts showed highly potent activities. Thus, different chromatographic techniques were performed on Et.Ac.L. and Et.70%S. extracts leading to the isolation of five bioactive metabolites. Three flavonoids were isolated from Et.Ac.L.; genistein-7-O-rutinoside (1), formononetin-7-O-rutinoside (2) and myricetin (3), while orobol-7-O-glucoside (4) and hesperidin (5) were isolated from Et.70%S. This work demonstrated the importance of the plant as a promising anti-oxidant, anti-hepatotoxic and cytotoxic product for nutraceutical use.
anti-hepatotoxic; anti-oxidant; Bougainvillea spectabilis Willd.; cytotoxic; flavonoids.
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Bobby Wallace
Card series: Diamond Heads '15
Team: Browns (AL)
League: American League
Hall: National Baseball Hall of Fame
Rhoderick John Wallace (1873-1960) had a Hall of Fame career as one of the top shortstops for 24 years before going on to one of the longest tenures in MLB as coach, manager, scout and even a short stint as an umpire. Playing primarily in St. Louis for the Cardinals and Browns, Wallace set records, including a mournful one: longest career by a player to never make the World Series.
Too good a fielder to stay on the mound, became the premier defensive SS of his era
In 1911, Pirates’ owner declared Wallace the one player in the AL he desired above all others
Elected to Hall of Fame: 1953
Times card issued: 7
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Average winning bid: $26.00
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THE TIME JUMPERS, ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL HEADLINE BOB WILLS FIDDLE FESTIVAL & CONTEST, OCT. 6-9 IN GREENVILLE, TEXAS
3rd annual tribute to western swing king also features Dale Watson and His Lone Stars, Jason Roberts Band with Texas Playboy Leon Rausch; tickets on sale now
GREENVILLE, Texas – In Texas, western swing has always been a thing, but it’s celebrated with extra enthusiasm in Greenville, where the third annual Bob Wills Fiddle Festival & Contest takes place Oct. 6-9, 2016. Among this year’s attractions are Asleep at the Wheel, Wills’ musical torchbearers, and The Time Jumpers, a western-swing supergroup featuring Vince Gill, Kenny Sears, “Ranger Doug” Green and Paul Franklin. The Wheel headlines an Oct. 7 Kenneth Threadgill Concert Series triple bill with Dale Watson and His Lone Stars and the Jason Roberts Band joined by Leon Rausch, Greenville’s very own living link to Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys. The Time Jumpers skip through musical history on Oct. 8, a month after the release of Kid Sister, recorded in honor of late member Dawn Sears. Both shows take place at the newly renovated Greenville Municipal Auditorium, 2821 Washington St., Greenville, Texas.
Tickets for the Oct. 7 show are $36 to $56; for the Oct. 8 show, tickets are $35 to $55. Both are available at showtimeatthegma.com, at the venue box office (open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays) or by calling 903.457.2994. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. both nights.
Festival events also include the popular Bob Wills Fiddle Contest, free concerts, dances and other family-friendly activities honoring the father of western swing and his legendary Texas Playboys.
The celebration begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, with the Big Ball in G-Town, a dinner-dance and Bob Wills tribute at the Emerald Ballroom at Landon Winery, 2508 Lee St., with Carolyn Wills and Brett Bingham of the Bob Wills Heritage Foundation. Grammy-winning former Asleep at the Wheel fiddler Jason Roberts and his band will perform. The Greenville Chamber of Commerce and Greenville Board of Development are co-sponsoring the event; tickets are available at bobwillsfiddlefest.com.
Friday’s concert opens with the Jason Roberts Band and Rausch, who sang with the Texas Playboys from 1958 to the early ’60s, then returned in 1973 for Wills’ final album, For the Last Time.
“Ameripolitan” honky-tonker Watson, the 2007 Texas State Musician, even named his band, the Lonestars, after his favorite state. And his new album, Live At The Big T Roadhouse, Chicken S#!+ Bingo Sunday, reflects another quintessentially Texas aspect of his career: spending Sunday afternoons slingin’ songs while fans wager on where the fowl in question will deliver its … deposit. Austinite Watson owns the Big T, located in St. Hedwig, east of San Antonio. When he’s not presiding over bingo there or at Austin’s C-Boy’s, he’s on the road.
Perhaps no one has done more to keep the memory of Bob Wills alive than Asleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson. In addition to recording three tribute albums — including 2015’s Still the King: Celebrating the Music of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys, which reached No. 11 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart — the 2004 Texas State Musician and nine-time Grammy winner developed the stage show A Ride with Bob. Like Roberts, many Wheel alums have gone on to form western swing bands, further spreading love of the genre Wills created.
Saturday events get underway at 10 a.m. with Bob Wills Fiddle Contest preliminaries at the Texan Theater, 2712 Lee St. Play continues until 5 p.m. Admission is free. At 11:30 a.m., live music commences on Lee Street’s outdoor stage. Roberts’ band, the Cherokee Maidens (featuring original Dixie Chick Robin Macy) and the Tulsa Playboys will perform. The Playboys also will play a free dance starting at 9:30 p.m. at the Landmark on Lee Street, the former post office building at 2929 Lee St., where World War II legend and movie star Audie Murphy enlisted in the Army.
Of course, Saturday night’s main event is the return of The Time Jumpers, who performed at the inaugural Bob Wills Fest in 2014. They will, no doubt, play tracks from the Gill-produced album they’re releasing on Sept. 9 in tribute to fallen singer Dawn Sears, wife of bandleader Kenny Sears.
Though Oklahoma native Gill is one of the most respected artists in country music, the Pure Prairie League alum and onetime Rodney Crowell sideman told Rolling Stone magazine that when he’s with the Time Jumpers, “I’m just one of the guitar players.” (And vocalists.) But no one in the Time Jumpers is a background player. They’re some of Nashville’s finest, who started getting together to jam nearly 18 years ago. Playing Monday nights at Nashville’s Station Inn, they quickly began filling the tiny bluegrass haunt, where they convened for 10 years before moving to the larger 3rd & Lindsley. With Franklin on steel guitar, Sears on vocals and fiddle and Green on vocals and acoustic rhythm guitar, they’ll likely jump through a menu of country, swing, jazz and pop standards — and any other offerings they might feel like cooking up.
Sunday, the festival wraps up with the fiddle contest finals at Greenville Municipal auditorium, starting
at 11 a.m. and ending with some big “a-ha” moments, as Wills might have said, for the lucky winners.
For more Bob Wills Fiddle Festival & Contest info, including lodging, visit bobwillsfiddlefest.com.
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Team Evergreen announce 2021 debut in British Junior Supersport Championship
The 2021 British Junior Supersport Championship will feature a new team this season with the debut of Team Evergreen, who will field Zak Shelton, Chris Johnson and Elliot Duffton in the series.
The squad are hoping to make mark in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship paddock as a serious contender for the championship, even though the team is new to the series.
Shelton said: "I started riding a pit bike early 2017 competing in the BMB Championship, getting a passion for the sport. I finished fourth in my first year on SM 140.
“In 2018 I became the champion of this class and finished second in the Minigp Class I was also competing in. 2019 I was selected for the British Talent Cup Championship which was a brilliant experience when battling for second at Brno MotoGP event.
"2020 was my first full year in British Junior Supersport getting a podium finish at Silverstone and fifth in the championship overall, I am eager to get to work this year with Evergreen to see what we can do as a team."
Johnson said: "I am very much looking forward to being onboard Team Evergreen for the 2021 season. Starting my motorcycle racing adventure at Cool Fab on a 70cc Metrakit, I have worked my way through the ranks to compete in the Team Green Junior Cup at Bemsee prior to a full of British Junior Supersport.
"Although a very challenging year for all of us, in 2020 I have learnt more than you can imagine in my first season at BSB and feel I have what it takes to challenge the top spots next season. I would like to thank everyone at Team Evergreen for giving me this opportunity; we have a great season ahead."
Duffton added: “I first rode a mini-moto in January 2017 at Whilton Mill, by the end of the year I was riding a KTM65 supermoto. The following year, in 2018, I entered and won the BMB Championship on the KTM.
"In 2019 I rode in the BMCRC Junior Cup, I was a podium contender and by the end of the season I came third in the championship and was just 63 points short of the leader.
"In 2020 I entered in the Honda British Talent Cup. I rode well and achieved ninth in the championship. I set the third fastest lap of Brands Hatch GP circuit in the last round and was constantly in the top 10 and with two top five finishes and I am looking forward to this season.”
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2007 Top 10 Cinema Therapy Films
January 31, 2008 by Dr. Randi Fredricks, Ph.D.
1. Zodiac –
n the late 1960s and 1970s, fear grips the city of San Francisco as a serial killer called Zodiac stalks its residents. Investigators (Mark Ruffalo, Anthony Edwards) and reporters (Jake Gyllenhaal, Robert Downey Jr.) become obsessed with learning the killer’s identity and bringing him to justice. Meanwhile, Zodiac claims victim after victim and taunts the authorities with cryptic messages, cyphers and menacing phone calls.
Director: David Fincher
Character to watch: Jake Gyllenhaal as Robert Graysmith.
2. GONE BABY GONE –
Two Boston area detectives investigate a little girl’s kidnapping, which ultimately turns into a crisis both professionally and personally. Along with his girlfriend (Michelle Monaghan), a private detective (Casey Affleck) takes on the difficult task of searching for a kidnapped girl in Boston. During his investigation, he must deal with the girl’s aunt, a disapproving lawman (Morgan Freeman) and a drug dealer. Based on the Dennis Lehane novel.
Director: Ben Affleck
to watch: Casey Affleck as Patrick Kenzie.
3. 3:10 TO YUMA –
Outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) terrorizes 1800s Arizona, especially the Southern Railroad, until he is finally captured. Wade must be brought to trial, so Dan Evans (Christian Bale), the owner of a drought-stricken ranch, volunteers to escort him to the train. Along the trail, a grudging respect forms between the men, but danger looms at every turn, and the criminal’s men are in pursuit.
Director: James Mangold
Character to watch: Christian Bale as Dan Evans.
4. MICHAEL CLAYTON –
Former prosecutor Michael Clayton (George Clooney) works as a “fixer” at the corporate law firm of Kenner, Bach and Ledeen, and takes care of his employer’s dirty work. Burned out and deep in debt, he is bound tightly to the firm. Clayton faces the biggest challenge of his career when a guilt-ridden attorney (Tom Wilkinson) has a breakdown during a huge class-action lawsuit.
Director: Tony Gilroy
Character to watch: George Clooney as Michael Clayton.
5. LARS AND THE REAL GIRL –
Extremely shy Lars (Ryan Gosling) finds it impossible to make friends or socialize. His brother (Paul Schneider) and sister-in-law (Emily Mortimer) worry about him, so when he announces that he has a girlfriend he met on the Internet, they are overjoyed. But Lars’ new lady is a life-size plastic woman. On the advice of a doctor (Patricia Clarkson), his family and the rest of the community go along with his delusion.
Director: Craig Gillespie
Character to watch: Ryan Gosling as Lars.
6. BEFORE THE DEVIL KNOWS YOU’RE DEAD –
Andy (Philip Seymour Hoffman), a debt-ridden broker, needs some quick cash. He ropes his younger brother, Hank (Ethan Hawke), into a scheme to commit the perfect crime: to rob their parents’ (Albert Finney, Rosemary Harris) jewelry store. The scheme goes horribly awry, and the family patriarch takes justice into his own hands, unaware that the criminals he is hunting are his own sons.
Director: Sidney Lumet
Character to watch: Philip Seymour Hoffman as Andy Hanson.
7. THE SAVAGES –
A sister and brother face the realities of familial responsibility as they begin to care for their ailing father. Jon Savage and his sister Wendy don’t get along too well and they would both prefer not to try. Growing up with an abusive and absentee father, neither one has any idea about how to live in a loving family unit. But when they get the news that their elderly father Lenny is starting to show signs of dementia, and that his girlfriend refuses to care for him any longer, the two siblings must put aside their differences and come together to help a man who was never there for them.
Director: Tamara Jenkins
Character to watch: Laura Linney as Wendy Savage.
8. JUNO –
When precocious teen Juno MacGuff (Ellen Page) becomes pregnant, she chooses a failed rock star and his wife (Jennifer Garner) to adopt her unborn child. Complications occur when Mark, the prospective father, begins viewing Juno as more than just the mother of his future child, putting both his marriage and the adoption in jeopardy.
Director: Jason Reitman
Character to watch: Ellen Page as Juno MacGuff.
9. ATONEMENT –
This sweeping English drama, based on the book by Ian McEwan, follows the lives of young lovers Cecilia Tallis (Keira Knightley) and Robbie Turner (James McAvoy). When the couple are torn apart by a lie constructed by Cecilia’s jealous younger sister, Briony (Saoirse Ronan), all three of them must deal with the consequences. Robbie is the hardest hit, since Briony’s deception results in his imprisonment, but hope for Cecilia and her beau increases when their paths cross during World War II.
Director: Joe Wright
Character to watch: James McAvoy as Robbie Turner.
10. THE GREAT DEBATERS –
Poet and professor Melvin B. Tolson (Denzel Washington) teaches at the predominately black Wiley College in 1935 Texas. He decides to start a debate team, something nearly unheard of at a black college. While at first he butts heads with the influential father (Forest Whitaker) of one of his best debators, eventually he is able to form a team of strong-minded, intelligent young students, and they become the first black debate team to challenge Harvard’s prestigious debate champions.
Director: Denzel Washington
Character to watch: Denzel Washington as Melvin B. Tolson.
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Six Pakistan cricketers test positive for COVID-19 in New Zealand
Published:Thursday | November 26, 2020 | 11:43 AM
In this Tuesday, September 1, 2020, file photo, Pakistan players celebrate their win in the third Twenty20 cricket match against England at Old Trafford in Manchester, England. Six members of the Pakistan cricket squad in New Zealand have tested positive Thursday, November 26, 2020, for COVID-19 and have been moved from managed isolation into quarantine. (AP Photo/Jon Super, Pool, File)
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Six members of the Pakistan cricket squad in New Zealand have tested positive for COVID-19 and have been moved from managed isolation into quarantine.
Two of the cases were described as “historical” and four were new.
The Pakistan touring group, including 53 players and officials, was tested after arriving Tuesday.
All six positive cases were being moved to the quarantine arm of their isolation facility.
Cricket officials also said closed-circuit television footage showed some members of the Pakistan squad had contravened protocols on the first day of managed isolation.
“We will be having discussions with the tourists to assist them in understanding the requirements,” New Zealand Cricket said in a statement.
“NZC considers public health and safety to be paramount in the hosting of international teams and is supportive of the Ministry of Health and government position.”
New Zealand’s Ministry of Health said the infractions of isolation rules occurred “despite clear, consistent and detailed communication of expected behaviours while in the facility.”
“The team as a whole has been issued with a final warning,” the ministry said in a statement.
The Pakistan team’s exemption to practice while in managed isolation will be withheld until an investigation has been completed.
All players were tested four times before their departure from Lahore to New Zealand and were negative on each occasion.
New Zealand Cricket said while the positive cases were disappointing, their early discovery showed New Zealand government protocols around touring teams are working.
As for the protocol breach, New Zealand Cricket said it will work more closely with the Pakistan squad to ensure it understands and complies with isolation rules.
No members of the public were endangered, it said.
New Zealand Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said breaches of managed isolation rules were taken very seriously.
“It is a privilege to come to New Zealand to play sport,” he said. “But in return teams must stick to the rules that are designed to keep COVID-19 out of our communities and keep our staff safe.”
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Comics ‘N Coffee: March 10th 2014
MARVEL TEAM-UP #75
Costumed Heroes and Their Real-Life Counterparts
When I got back into comics in the early 2000s, I discovered the world of podcasting and was introduced to the joys of Queen & Country, Maus, Strangers in Paradise and other books I never knew before (not to mention the delightful works of Jeffrey Brown). But the thing all these books had in common was their level of seriousness – their realism, even – and it made me wonder: where were all the funny-books? Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy both thoughtful fare and inconsequential cartoons as much as anyone. It was the meaningless fluff of the 1990s which lost my interest in comics, and now I found myself looking at comics in a new light, one which was vying for a place among legitimate literature. In 2014, I believe we have struck a balance, one where all types of stories are created, read and celebrated throughout the world of comics. These include biographical, historical and political stories; romance, horror, intrigue and science fiction galore; and traditional super-hero comics which continue to push the boundaries of credulity with their wonderful ridiculousness.
In the Bronze Age, however, books with a serious tone were less common and stood out like a sore thumb, particularly in titles which were known to be super-hero fluff. In November 1978, the lives of Marvel’s hottest heroes went from high-anxiety to calamity in the blink of an eye as Spider-Man and Power Man tried to survive “The Smoke of That Great Burning” in Marvel Team-Up #75. We begin with our heroes donning their big-collared dancing suits to escort their lovely ladies (Mary Jane with Peter Parker and Harmony accompanying Luke Cage, of course) to a super-fly discotheque in Manhattan, “Studio 13”. Peter pulls off his best impression of a “square”: admitting to a lack of dancing skills, using some way-too-corny language and apprehensive over his own social angst. Even the bartender gives him a hard time, asking if he wants a straw when Peter orders his beer a little too politely.
The action begins when the “Rat Pack” – a crew of dark-skinned gents donned in shirtless vests, panty-hose masks and automatic rifles – busts in and demands that everybody hand over their valuables. Peter ducks into the restroom to emerge as Spider-Man and Luke Cage simply remains himself as they proceed to foil the gang’s hold-up without much trouble. Some of the Rat Pack get away with a hostage in tow, but instead of attempting a rescue, Luke suggests they follow the gang back to their hideout. As they scope the bad guys’ pad, the creeps have decided let the girl go free, so Spider-Man and Power Man see no reason to remain stealthy. As they prepare to raze the Rat Pack in their “home turf”, Cage reflects on how he usually does this kind of thing for money and wonders to himself what motivates Spidey. “Somethin’s eatin’ away at that dude–Drivin’ him ta live this kinda life. I can feel it deep down”, he thinks. While Spider-Man swings in through the front, Power Man stomps on the roof of the bad guys’ building and ends up crashing through five floors below (talk about urban renewal!).
It turns out that the Rat Pack is an “arson mob”, extorting landlords for protection money at the threat of burning down their properties. They are planning a job tonight, getting their incendiary chemicals and ignition materials ready, when all of a sudden two super-heroes bust in and start taking them down. The last man standing hurls chemicals in Luke’s face, temporarily blinding him, and then prepares to set his prey on fire when his lighter ignites the vapors in the air and blows the room to kingdom come! Power Man is hurled from the building at break-neck speed, only slowed down thanks to Spidey’s lightning-fast reflexes and incredible web-line. Unfortunately, the explosion has ignited all the mob’s arson materials and the building quickly becomes a raging inferno. Spider-Man leaps into action to save the remaining tenants, ordering Luke to stay put because the crumbling structure will never support his weight while Spidey’s agility will enable him to get the people to safety. Sadly, Peter’s plan goes awry and he soon gets trapped beneath burning support beams and succumbs to smoke inhalation. Fortunately, Luke decides to disregard Peter’s orders and crashes in to the rescue.
Things get serious quickly as the fire department arrives and the flames continue to grow. Luke gets Spidey some oxygen and our heroes ready themselves for another round of action while the NYFD gets laddermen up to the upper windows where residents are screaming for help. A woman shouts: “Oh, please–please don’t leave us here to die!” and her son replies: “Don’t worry mommy, I saw Spider-Man down there!”. In the midst of his rescue efforts, a firefighter in an elevated basket (cherry picker) is helpless to save himself as a burning wall crumbles down upon him. Spidey rushes to his aid, leaping to the top of the basket and lowering the man down by a webline to his waiting compatriots below. In the meantime, a ladderman saves the family we saw before as the little boy voices his childlike concerns: “But I wanna be saved by Spider-Man!”.
The fire spreads and our mortal heroes succeed in getting all the tenants out of the building, but Spider-Man and the fire chief, Ken Jorgenson, are trapped by the fire on the rooftop. Spidey’s all out of web fluid and the men below are calling for Power Man to bring the building down before it spreads the fire to the entire block. Luke hesitates to comply until the roof is clear, but he understands how many lives are at stake should the fire move to the other buildings. Knowing how much it will haunt him to do so, Luke begrudgingly rips the bucket apparatus from the fire truck and slams it into the building with all his strength. At the same time, unbeknownst to Power Man, the fire chief wraps his arms around Spidey’s neck as the wall-crawler strains his weary muscles to leap to the building next door–just barely making it to safety!
To Spider-Man’s horror, the fiery apartment complex comes crashing down on top of Power Man. He launches himself down to the street below and uses his spider-sense to help the firefighters dig through the rubble to find his buried friend. It is then that Webhead gets a tap on his shoulder, finding that Luke is standing right behind him, safe and sound. “What was that you wuz sayin’ about bein’ agile, webs?”, he says, teasing Spidey about his earlier assumptions. No sooner do the two super-heroes celebrate victory than they see the firefighter Spidey had saved from the cherry picker now getting loaded into an ambulance. Spidey asks the chief how the man is doing, to which he replies: “First and second degree burns over much of his body, and he’s in shock–may go into a coma.” Spidey drives home the point that while we readers may enjoy the tales of our favorite comic book adventurers, “Those men are the REAL heroes in this world. We’ve just got the costumes.”
We get a truly thought-provoking tale in this comic, true believers. The work of Claremont, Macchio, Byrne and the other creators is without par in this effort, albeit a little too heavy on the “Marvel-bonics” speech displayed by Power Man. As much as I admire and enjoy this issue of MTU, I will forego my usual musings in favor of the responses this issue received in the letters page published six issues later in MTU #81 featuring Spider-Man and Satana:
“Without possibly knowing about the most recent disaster, Chris Claremont and Ralph Macchio put together a brutally honest, realistic script about the day-to-day dangers involved in fighting fires around New York City … Especially striking for me was the final scene on Pg. 31, when the ambulance was tending to the wounded fireman. ‘If you know an easy way to tell his wife, I’m all ears.’ And Luke Cage’s final thoughts: ‘What kind of man lays his life on he line day after day, knowin’ he may be comin’ home some night in a pine box?’” – Jacob L., Brooklyn, NY
“The scene on Pg. 31 of MTU #76–of the burned fireman being wheeled into the ambulance, the look on the fire chief’s face–was reminiscent of another fire, another day. As I read the final panels of the story, I recalled the November headlines of the Con Ed building that blazed through the night two years ago. I recalled the story of the fireman…who was pinned for hours after the roof caved in on him, and the fire chief who joked with him, tanked about the Bears, for an eternity, as the man was cut from the wreckage, only to watch him die of shock on the way to the hospital … You have reminded us of who the real heroes are.” – Wayne S., Chicago, IL
“It’s very rare for a comic to make you feel, but I felt almost every panel of MTU #75. I felt the friendship between Spider-Man and Power Man; I felt the heroism and bravery of the FDNY; the panic of the trapped victims; the hero worship of the little boy who wanted to be rescued by Spider-Man … I felt Spider-Man’s frustration at not being able to save the hostage, Luke’s self-assuredness, the explosion in the basement, and a hundred other sensations and feelings. I felt that pride and respect for the fire-fighters, and I feel that [Chris, Ralph, John and Al] … have given us the best issue of this comic ever published.” – Beppe S., East Lansing, MI
Fare Thee Well!
Marvel Team-Up #75 featuring Spider-Man and Power Man is plotted by Chris Claremont, written by Ralph Macchio, penciled by John Byrne, inked by Al Gordon, colored by Michelle Wolfman and lettered by Tom Orzechowski with editing and cover art by Bob Hall.
Rick “Smash” Hansen
Rick@ComicImpact.com
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Mid-week Alberta Candidate Nomination Update
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NDP MLA Deborah Drever, centre in white, with supporters at the NDP nomination meeting in Calgary-Bow.
Photo: NDP MLA Deborah Drever, centre in white, with supporters at the NDP nomination meeting in Calgary-Bow.
Here are the latest updates to the list of candidates seeking nominations to run in Alberta’s next provincial general election:
– As noted in my previous update, New Democratic Party MLAs Deborah Drever and Graham Sucha were nominated as their party’s candidates in Calgary-Bow and Calgary-Shaw.
Kari Whan
– In new northeast Alberta district of Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul, the NDP has nominated Kari Whan as their candidate. Whan is a teacher at Cold Lake Elementary School and previously taught at Bonnyville Centralized High School.
– Heather Morigeau has been nominated as the Green Party candidate in the downtown district of Calgary-Buffalo. Morigeau is a founder of FoodScape Calgary. A nomination meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2019.
– United Way of Calgary and Area manager Cesar Cela is seeking the NDP nomination in Calgary-East. A nomination meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2019. The district currently represented by NDP-turned-Independent MLA Robyn Luff. who has announced she will not seek re-election.
– NDP MLA Chris Nielsen is seeking his party’s nomination for re-election in Edmonton-Decore. Nielsen was first elected in 2015, earning 67.9 percent of the vote. A nomination meeting has been scheduled for February 19, 2019.
– Valerie Keefe has announced plans to seek the Freedom Conservative Party nomination in Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood.
– Ronald Malowany has been nominated as the Alberta Advantage Party candidate in Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville. Malowany is the northern provincial director for the party.
Devon Hargreaves
– HIV North executive director Melissa Byers and local Fire Captain Todd Russell are seeking the NDP nomination in Grande Prairie. Russell was the NDP candidate in Grande Prairie-Smoky in the 2015 election, earning 31.1 percent of the vote and placing 334 votes behind then-Wildrose Party candidate Todd Loewen. Loewen is now seeking re-election as a United Conservative Party candidate in the new Central Peace-Notley district where he will face NDP MLA and Energy Minister Marg McCuaig-Boyd.
– Devon Hargreaves is seeking the Liberal Party nomination in Lethbridge-East. In 2018, Hargreaves launched an e-petition to ban “conversion therapy” – religious or psychological counselling meant to persuade LGBT people to become straight.
– Sherry Greene has been nominated as the Alberta Party candidate in Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin. Greene is a member of the Samson Cree First Nation and a First Nations governance expert. She made headlines in 2017 when she lead a fight for more financial accountability, transparency and consultation with membership at Samson Cree.
– Matthew Powell is seeking the Freedom Conservative Party nomination in Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright.
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C.I.I. reiterates its commitment to mainstream disability
D.N.I.S. News Network - On 2 May 2006, the disability sector was witness to the first ever corporate initiative � in the form of a Conference - to mainstream disability through employment in corporate/industrial sector. To create awareness and to harness the resources of Industry, Confederation of Indian Industries (C.I.I.), in partnership with I.B.M., National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (N.C.P.E.D.P.) and Action Aid organised a one day Conference on "Disability: Mainstreaming the Marginalised� at Hotel Taj Mansingh, New Delhi.
The aim of the Conference was to:
To create awareness about the status of disabled in the country
To discuss issues of inclusion and access
To understand skill training needs
To use feedback from companies working with the disabled
To provide a networking platform for organisations working for the disabled and corporates.
The highlight of the Conference was the acknowledgement by its Chairman, C.I.I. Core Group on Disability, Sujit Gupta, that disability is a cross-cutting issue that did not find mention in the Prime Minister�s address to the corporate sector imploring for affirmative action for the marginalised sections of Indian society. He further said that C.I.I. has more than 5,000 employers who employ 5 million people. These 5,000 employers have the potential of hiring at least 5 per cent of the disabled work force.
Subodh Bhargava, Executive Trustee of N.C.P.E.D.P., demanded that in order to motivate the private sector to employ disabled work force, the Government must announce incentives. It may be recalled that N.C.P.E.D.P. had proposed a Draft Incentives Policy to the Government of India in 2004. This Draft Policy has been gathering dust in the Finance Ministry for over two years now. Shri Bhargava appealed for solutions beyond exceptions like Titan, I.B.M. and Progeon.
Ashwini Kumar, Minister of State for Industry, Government of India, was the Chief Guest. He regretted that though the legislation for job reservations for disabled people was passed ten years ago, the Government has not been able to meet the three per cent quota in public sector jobs for the disabled. He stressed that in this era of globalised economy one of the primary roles of the States is to impact on areas such as disability. While expressing ignorance about the existing figures of disabled population (70 million), he said that the most meaningful corporate social responsibility would be in the area of disability.
The opening session was followed by presentations from some of the corporates like I.B.M., Progeon, Balloons and Cybermedia who shared their experiences vis-�-vis inclusive employment practices.
The conference concluded with suggestions regarding the way forward. Javed Abidi, Executive Director, N.C.P.E.D.P., said that the private sector cannot escape responsibility, more so because Section 41 of the Disability Act 1995 mandates that the private sector has to ensure that more than 5 per cent of its workforce consists of disabled people. Time has come to move beyond workshops and conferences to some concrete action.
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Digital-Camera Scopes vs. Cluster Bombs in Syria’s Lopsided Civil War
by Spencer Ackerman | Sep 19, 2012 | Monitor |
On one side of the Syrian rebellion: guns that use digital camera zooms for their scopes; soldered lengths of pipe transformed into explosive shells; Howitzers rescued from the scrap heap. On the other side: what appear to be bombs that ignite the air around them; seeming cluster munitions; and Iranian weapons flown in through the airspace of the supposedly pro-U.S. government of Iraq.
The Syrian resistance supposedly has a weapons pipeline flowing through Turkey. But that’s not preventing rebels from homebrewing their own weapons. While it may have taken the rebellion some time to move beyond manufacturing homemade bombs, its machinists weld machine guns onto pickup trucks and create crude flamethrowers. A host of social media, from YouTube videos to Facebook pages, disseminate basic weapons tutorials to green rebel recruits.
But C.J. Chivers of The New York Times provides a new look into the rebels’ weapons foundries. These are weapons of pure necessity. Insurgents stripped out the disc brake of a motorcycle to stabilize a 14.5-millimeter machine gun so it doesn’t jostle on the back of a pickup truck. But the real innovation comes from a small mount on the gun for digital camera lens pointing down the barrel. The camera’s zoom function becomes a makeshift scope — especially in video mode. “The man firing the weapon [can] observe the path of the tracers relative to an aircraft or distant vehicle much more closely than he otherwise would,” Chivers reports.
That’s not all. The rebels turn metal piping into shells about the size of a 16-ounce soda can, filling them with explosives and firing them through a salvaged Howitzer with a 65-inch barrel. (See the results in the video above.) Chivers marvels that the shells have scored grooves running around their diameter, so that they’ll spiral in flight in a stable manner, suggesting “a more than rudimentary understanding of ballistics.” On the other hand, the weapon, nicknamed the Fat Man, has a paltry 2-kilometer range, and its manufacturers try to position themselves well away from it when they fire, suggesting that the barrel isn’t stable and could injure the amateur artilleryman firing it.
These are not concerns that dictator Bashar Assad’s forces have.
The Brown Moses blog is a clearinghouse of reports on the weaponry used in Syria’s bloody civil war. And it shows just how uneven the conflict is. A report from earlier this month suggests that Assad’s air force drops thermobaric bombs on Syrian villages — that is, bombs that light the air itself on fire, creating a massive shockwave. This post, using stills from an August YouTube video, seems to show a thermobaric detonation over one such village.
Similarly, Brown Moses collects evidence of cluster bombs used this summer by Assad. (See the video above.) While it’s hardly a surprise at this point that Assad would use weapons that cause a mass amount of civilian damage — and, in fairness, the U.S. military used cluster munitions in the early phases of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars — it’s still noteworthy to document what look like PTAB-2.5m cluster bomblets showing up unexploded in Syrian rebel areas. The world is plagued by neglected cluster bombs that detonate years after conflicts end, maiming and killing innocents. (Although it should also be said that there’s evidence the Syrian rebels are conducting mass executions of captured Assad soldiers.)
Despite international sanctions on Assad, it doesn’t look like he’s running out of weapons. The Obama administration slapped a new round of penalties Wednesday on key parts of Assad’s deadly supply chain in Belarus and Iran. But the Iranians are hardly giving up on their Syrian proxy: New intelligence reports indicate they’re flying in weapons over Iraq, a charge that the Iraqis publicly deny. Sen. John Kerry, the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, warned Iraq that acquiescence to the Iranian aid to Assad will jeopardize its U.S. aid, a disturbing coda to the Iraq war.
It remains to be seen how the U.S. and its allies can stanch the flow of weapons to Assad. Even if they can, the Syrian rebel foundaries still appear overmatched.
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(My Eastern New Mexico News column for April 25, 2018)
Why have there been no libertarian countries? It's a popular question from those skeptical of libertarianism.
On the face of it, it seems a reasonable question. Until you understand what they're asking; then it makes less sense.
How can there be geographic, forced collectives based on voluntary associations and unanimous consent? Coercively voluntary? Enslaved freedom? Where one exists, the other can't. It's like asking why there are no frozen fires.
While libertarianism is essentially personal, there is a political version of libertarianism which would allow government to exist, as long as it is vastly less intrusive. In this case, some historians would dispute the claim of there never having been libertarian countries.
The more individuals respecting life, liberty, and property in an area, the more libertarian the country, regardless of government. Early America, as one example, was pretty libertarian, but inconsistent. Too few residents sufficiently respected the equal and identical rights of all people. The Declaration of Independence is a reflection of better intentions, but just over a decade later they messed up a good thing by writing a constitution; imposing an anti-libertarian government on America. There went the potential.
Libertarians are responsible and don't try to govern, or otherwise violate, their neighbors. When enough people are this responsible a tipping point is reached where the country is largely libertarian. The more libertarian a country is, the more resilient it becomes. Fewer things can go wrong enough to damage it. Alternatively, the less libertarian a country, the more brittle. A foreign or domestic bad guy only needs to seize and use the institutions of governance already in place to defeat the entire country. When none exist to be taken over, every individual must be defeated. It's not worth it.
Contrary to the fears of the skeptics, a libertarian country could provide anything people want. There could be roads, parks, and libraries. The poor could be cared for and people kept safe. Everything provided voluntarily instead of at the barrel of government guns. If you want to make sure only those who paid for a service use it, charge user fees or sell memberships. It would be more ethical, and probably cheaper, than the current system.
Why have there been no libertarian countries? Why have there been no cities on Mars? The time wasn't right. The technology didn't exist. Times change. Whether or not they've existed before, maybe it's time for libertarian countries to happen. I don't know about you, but I'm ready.
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Anonymous Wed Apr 25, 07:14:00 AM 2018
Great idea. But it is highly problematic.
Government won't like it. You'll have to kill for it. Those are the terms.
If you call it a country, you already screwed it up. It has to be a territory or something. You have to be VERY careful about how you organize that. "Kind of" libertarian won't work. You'll just end up with a police state in a few hundred years.
To be honest, I am not sure libertarianism is meant for an area. It has to be global and decentralized. Otherwise it will eventually be gobbled up, assimilated or heavily influenced and tainted by the nations in one form or another.
Start WW3 and kill almost everyone. Viola'; 'Instant' Libertarianism.
Jim Davies Thu Apr 26, 05:35:00 AM 2018
Government would not only dislike it, but would prevent it... if it can.
So the fix is to so educate everyone that nobody will work for it. No need for any deaths; just a large-scale change of minds.
For example, study TinyURL.com/QuitGov and spread that URL around.
Anonymous Thu Apr 26, 04:14:00 PM 2018
Ideally, that is the way to go, just keep pressing on until it happens, until everyone in the world is Libertarian. I think we should also elect Vermin Supreme as leader so we can get free unicorns and fairy dust.
Anarchist/Libertarians have been preaching for a couple of hundred years(or more)and it still has not manifested into anything close to freedom, but quite the opposite. We are basically living in Idiocracy Meets Nineteen Eighty Four.
I don't think it can be corrected by popular demand. People are too stupid and/or selfish and/or complacent.
R.R. Schoettker Wed Apr 25, 10:09:00 AM 2018
A country is by its inherent nature a collective and this is contrary to the inherent nature of libertarianisim which is individual in essence (even if a lot of those espousing the philosophy have not successfully aligned all their beliefs and actions with its tenets).
Kent McManigal Wed Apr 25, 10:16:00 AM 2018
Agreed. However, this is a case where I used words tied to concepts that would be familiar to the general public. And I'm limited to 400 words, so I had to edit out a lot of information. Maybe this one was simply doomed to be a fail due to the constraints, and I should have scrapped it.
Anonymous Wed Apr 25, 12:40:00 PM 2018
It wasn't a country, but a large area where there was a lot of libertarianism was the Old West. Most people were armed, trials were rare and talked about quite a bit because of that, there was something of a live and let live attitude. It wasn't perfect, obviously, but it worked while it lasted. True, it wasn't really a country though and I see and agree with your point.
Anonymous Thu Apr 26, 08:11:00 AM 2018
A bunch of well-off libertarians should offer some small poor country (like Fiji, or Cambodia?) a large amount of money to come and live in a confined zone, under THEIR own laws and rules and borders. All interchange between the original govt. and the new zone would be up to the Libertarian elected leaders.
Anon1 Tue May 29, 12:30:00 PM 2018
Something like this? www.seasteading.org
Kent McManigal Wed May 30, 05:43:00 PM 2018
Very possibly something like that.
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HomeDININGDining at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
Dining at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
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Located on paradise isle Palm Jumeirah, the distinctive Thai architecture of Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is the first indication that an eclectic experience awaits in every aspect from daycations, to hotel stays and dining. From authentic flavours of the Australian outback to the delicate dishes of Vietnam, Irish chef Maurice Fitzgerald is the at the helm of an impressive dining offering.
“I have been in the industry for the last 20 years or so, and have travelled a lot, experiencing different hospitality environments. Based in Dubai for the past 12 years, I joined Anantara Dubai a little over 18 months ago where I am in charge of the culinary department which looks after all dining outlet and food within the resort, “ Fitzgerald says.
“My philosophy regarding food is to buy high-quality products and not to complicate the dishes too much. I try to keep things traditional and use seasonal ingredients. The great thing is that the variety of restaurants we have allows me to do that as the food is very different in each one, “ he adds.
The luxurious resort is home to six dining outlets, each excelling in its own area of expertise. Crescendo is the hotel’s international restaurant where an amazing array of flavours hails from the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Mekong is a charming venue where quirky rickshaw-style seating and stunning exotic interiors are the perfect canvas for the delicious Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese fare. Elsewhere, one of just a few Australian restaurants in Dubai, Bushman’s Restaurant & Bar has carved out a fantastic reputation for its quality meats, wines and authentic dishes, while The Beach House and Lotus Lounge are both stunning dining spaces where lighter fare from around the globe is on the menu. With so many different dining concepts under one roof, sourcing quality ingredients and staff is of paramount importance.
Fitzgerald says: “The chefs who are in charge of each of the restaurants come from each of the regions of the world we are representing, ensuring that we give an authentic experience. Also, the ingredients that we use come from those regions to ensure you get the real flavours of that particular cuisine.
“For example Mekong is an Asian concept so the food items will come from Thailand, China and Vietnam. Our aim is to keep the dishes as original as possible. As a result, our curries in Mekong are renowned. At Bushman’s, our meats are always complimented as we source the best meats to be found in Australia. We source the majority of our products for the restaurant from Australia, all the way from the bush herbs and spices to the meats. “
With such an incredible selection of dishes on offer, it’s no surprise the restaurants are a huge hit on Dubai’s dining scene. Offering his own expert recommendations on menu highlights to try, Fitzgerald says: “I love the beetroot gnocchi at The Beach House Restaurant. It has pumpkin and sage, and is an earthy dish that’s also gluten free, so it fits the bill for many people.
“Our Kangaroo dish in Bushman’s is another favourite of mine as it’s such a simple dish, but with many flavours. People love to taste something different with the bush spices and the wok fried bok choy.
“The duck curry in Mekong is my favourite from this restaurant as we don’t temper it with spices so it’s as original as you would get anywhere in Thailand.“
It’s this commitment to authenticity and quality that sets the restaurants at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort apart, despite the fact that there is a competitive climate on Dubai’s busy dining scene.
“Dubai is always changing and so is its food culture, with over 8,500 restaurants in the city, it’s very much a melting pot as we have so many different nationalities. Having lived here for almost 12 years, I have seen that people follow food trends, which Dubai continues to provide. People still want to have comfort food and the days of eating up to six to nine courses just don’t happen anymore. People are a lot more health conscious and aware of finanical considerations.
“At Anantara, we believe in delivering high-quality food at reasonable prices, and ensuring that we create memorable experiences so our guests will return for again and again. There is still a lot more that we would like to develop from a culinary perspective, so stayed tuned and visit this wonderful Thai resort. “
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Delta Speaker lists achievements
January 1, 2016 admin 0 Comments Delta Speaker lists achievements
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Monday Igbuya on Thursday reminisced on the first seven months of the Sixth Assembly, describing it as “wonderful”
Igbuya in a New Year message to Deltans at home and abroad said that the period would remain evergreen in his memory.
He listed the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency Law, 2015, Delta State Technical and Vocational Education Board Law, 2015, Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Law, 2015, Delta State Appropriation (Amendment) Law, 2015 and the Delta State Contributory Health Commission Law, 2015 as major achievements of the Sixth Legislative Assembly.
Igbuya, who described the performance of his colleagues for the first seven months as impressive, vowed to introduce more growth and reforms in the state.
He urged his colleagues to set new goals to quicken the pace of development in the state.
“I am committed to deepening legislative measures that will support government’s effort at guaranteeing peace, welfare and security of Deltans.
Igbuya did not fail in telling the executive branch of the government on how to make progress.
Indeed, he said Nigeria could no longer depend on oil and gas based economy.
“To grow our way to a higher standard of living in 2016, we must diversify the country’s economy. We must think of new revenue sources”.
He pledged to work with Governor Ifeanyi Okowa to improve the lots of the people of the state.
‘Happiness of the people is the foremost objective of the current administration. The state is taking giant steps forward. Governor Ifeanyi Okowa is leading by building consensus on all issues” he said.
He said the state would be stronger, united and prosperous in 2016.
“2016 is our year of hope and great expectations”
He commended the people for their commitment to democracy and their desire for positive change in the state.
“Whatever political or personal differences we may have, the love for the state should be a shared focus, enough for us to work hand-in-hand for its continued development” he said.
He also urged Nigerians to remain peaceful and united.
Ending the message, he said “I thank God for His bountiful blessings for Delta State. I wish all Deltans a happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year”
EBIRERI HENRY OVIE
CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY TO THE SPEAKER
DELTA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY
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définition - Karditsa
Agios Georgios, Karditsa • Amygdali, Karditsa • Anagennisi Karditsa F.C. • Arni, Karditsa • Athamanes, Karditsa • Ithomi, Karditsa • Kampos, Karditsa • Karditsa (city), Greece • Karditsa (prefecture) • Karditsa Prefecture • Kryoneri, Karditsa • List of communities of Karditsa • List of settlements in the Karditsa prefecture • Marathea, Karditsa • Mesovouni, Karditsa • Moschato, Karditsa • Oxya, Karditsa • Populated places in the Karditsa prefecture • Proastio, Karditsa • Rentina, Karditsa
Karditsa is also the old name of Akrefnio.
Street in Karditsa
Coordinates 39°22′N 21°55′E / 39.367°N 21.917°E / 39.367; 21.917Coordinates: 39°22′N 21°55′E / 39.367°N 21.917°E / 39.367; 21.917
Location within the region
Region: Thessaly
Regional unit: Karditsa
Mayor: Dominikos Verillis
Population statistics (as of 2001)
- Population: 55,968
- Area: 647.6 km2 (250 sq mi)
- Density: 86 /km2 (224 /sq mi)
Municipal unit
- Area: 110.1 km2 (43 sq mi)
- Density: 343 /km2 (888 /sq mi)
Time zone: EET/EEST (UTC+2/3)
Elevation (center): 108 m (354 ft)
Telephone: 24410
Auto: ΚΑ
www.karditsa-city.gr
Karditsa (Greek: Καρδίτσα) is a city in western Thessaly in mainland Greece. The city of Karditsa is the capital of Karditsa regional unit.
Inhabitation is attested from 9000 BC. Karditsa ls linked with GR-30, the road to Karpenisi, and the road to Palamas and Larissa. Karditsa is south-west of Palamas and Larissa, west of Farsala and the Volos area, north-west of Athens, Lamia, Domokos and Sofades, north of Karpenisi, north-east of Arta, and east-south-east of Trikala, Grevena, Ioannina, and Kalampaka.
Karditsa has schools, lyceums, gymnasium, the Veterinary Medicine Department of the University of Thessaly, three technical education departments, church, banks, a post office, a railway station on the Trikala - Karditsa - Domokos line, a sports ground, a water tower, and squares. Karditsa is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in Greece with an extensive network of bicycle paths. Approximately 30% of all the city transportation, according to the National Technical University of Athens, is done by bicycles.
2 Municipality
2.1 Subdivisions
3 Historical population
5 Sporting Clubs
View of the cathedral church of Saints Constantine and Helena.
Plastiras' Lake, near the city.
During the period of Ottoman rule in Thessaly, the main settlement in the location of modern Karditsa was called Sotira,[1] but a village named Kardhítza was mentioned by the English traveler Leake in 1810.[2] Karditsa was incorporated as a new city in 1882, the year after its liberation from the Ottoman Empire.
During World War II, the resistance in Thessaly was fought primarily by the ELAS. Karditsa was the first city in Europe to be liberated from Nazi occupation.[citation needed]
The municipality Karditsa was formed at the 2011 local government reform by the merger of the following 5 former municipalities, that became municipal units:[3]
Itamos
Kallifono
Kampos
Mitropoli
The municipal unit of Karditsa is divided into six parts (communities):
Agiopigi
Artesiano
Karditsomagoula
Palioklissi
Statue of Nikolaos Plastiras (1883-1953) in Karditsa.
Photography & Cinema Amateurs Club - LEFKK
Anagennisi Karditsa (Football)
AO Karditsa (Football)
Asteras Karditsa (Football)
SPA Karditsa (Volleyball)
^ Arrowsmith, John. Turkey in Europe. 1832.
^ Leake, William Martin, FRS (1835). Travels in Northern Greece. II. London: J. Rodwell. p. 155 et al. http://books.google.com/books?id=d6UMn0Lz1YQC&lpg=PP1&pg=PA155#v=onepage&q&f=false.
^ Kallikratis law Greece Ministry of Interior (Greek)
Media related to Karditsa at Wikimedia Commons
Karditsa Wireless Metropolitan Network, Karditsas Wifi Community Network (in Greek)
Administrative division of the Thessaly Region
Area: 14,037 km² • Population : 753,888 (2001) • Capital: Larissa
Regional unit of Karditsa
Argithea • Karditsa • Lake Plastiras • Mouzaki • Palamas • Sofades
Regional unit of Larissa
Agia • Elassona • Farsala • Kileler • Larissa • Tempi • Tyrnavos
Regional unit of Magnesia
Almyros • Rigas Feraios • South Pelion • Volos • Zagora-Mouresi
Regional unit of the Sporades
Alonnisos • Skiathos • Skopelos
Regional unit of Trikala
Farkadona • Kalampaka • Pyli • Trikala
Regional governor: Konstantinos Agorastos • Website: http://www.pthes.gov.gr
Subdivisions of the municipality of Karditsa
Municipal unit of Itamos
Amarantos
Ampeliko
Kallithiro
Karoplesi
Katafygio
Neraida
Rachoula
Municipal unit of Kallifono
Apidea
Dafnospilia
Kallifoni
Molocha
Zaimi
Municipal unit of Kampos
Agios Theodoros
Makrychori
Ptelopoula
Municipal unit of Karditsa
Palaiokklisi
Municipal unit of Mitropoli
Fragko
Georgiko
Krya Vrysi
Portitsa
Xinoneri
Prefectural Capitals of Greece
Amfissa
Edessa
Ermoupoli
Karpenisi
Komotini
Livadeia
Missolonghi
Polygyros
Vathy
Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Karditsa&oldid=501262153"
Populated places in Karditsa (regional unit)
Greek prefectural capitals
Municipalities of Thessaly
Toutes les traductions de Karditsa
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Netherlands Population: 17,151,228
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The Dutch United Provinces declared their independence from Spain in 1579; during the 17th century, they became a leading seafaring and commercial power, with settlements and colonies around the world. After a 20-year French occupation, a Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830, Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered German invasion and occupation in World War II. A modern, industrialized nation, the Netherlands is also a large exporter of agricultural products. The country was a founding member of NATO and the EEC (now the EU) and participated in the introduction of the euro in 1999. In October 2010, the former Netherlands Antilles was dissolved and the three smallest islands - Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba - became special municipalities in the Netherlands administrative structure. The larger islands of Sint Maarten and Curacao joined the Netherlands and Aruba as constituent countries forming the Kingdom of the Netherlands. In February 2018, the Sint Eustatius island council (governing body) was dissolved and replaced by a government commissioner to restore the integrity of public administration. According to the Dutch Government, the intervention will be as "short as possible and as long as needed."
Located at mouths of three major European rivers (Rhine, Maas or Meuse, and Schelde); about a quarter of the country lies below sea level and only about half of the land exceeds one meter above sea level
Location: Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and Germany
Geographic coordinates: 52 30 N, 5 45 E
Area: total: 41,543 sq km
land: 33,893 sq km
Size comparison: slightly less than twice the size of New Jersey
Land Boundaries: total: 1,053 km border countries (2): Belgium 478 km, Germany 575 km
Coastline: 451 km
Maritime claims: territorial sea: 12 nm
contiguous zone: 24 nm exclusive fishing zone: 200 nm
Climate: temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters
Terrain: mostly coastal lowland and reclaimed land (polders); some hills in southeast
Natural resources: natural gas, petroleum, peat, limestone, salt, sand and gravel, arable land
Natural hazards: flooding volcanism: Mount Scenery (887 m), located on the island of Saba in the Caribbean, last erupted in 1640;; Round Hill (601 m), a dormant volcano also known as The Quill, is located on the island of St. Eustatius in the Caribbean;; these islands are at the northern end of the volcanic island arc of the Lesser Antilles that extends south to Grenada
Current Environment Issues: water and air pollution are significant environmental problems; pollution of the country's rivers from industrial and agricultural chemicals, including heavy metals, organic compounds, nitrates, and phosphates; air pollution from vehicles and refining activities
International Environment Agreements: party to: Air Pollution, Air Pollution-Nitrogen Oxides, Air Pollution-Persistent Organic Pollutants, Air Pollution-Sulfur 85, Air Pollution-Sulfur 94, Air Pollution-Volatile Organic Compounds, Antarctic-Environmental Protocol, Antarctic-Marine Living Resources, Antarctic Treaty, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, Desertification, Endangered Species, Environmental Modification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Marine Dumping, Marine Life Conservation, Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution, Tropical Timber 83, Tropical Timber 94, Wetlands, Whaling
Nationality: noun: Dutchman(men), Dutchwoman(women)
adjective: Dutch
Ethnic groups: Dutch 76.9%, EU 6.4%, Turkish 2.4%, Moroccan 2.3%, Indonesian 2.1%, German 2.1%, Surinamese 2%, Polish 1%, other 4.8% (2018 est.)
Languages: Dutch (official) note: Frisian is an official language in Fryslan province; Frisian, Low Saxon, Limburgish, Romani, and Yiddish have protected status under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages; Dutch is the official language of the three special municipalities of the Caribbean Netherlands; English is a recognized regional language on Sint Eustatius and Saba; Papiamento is a recognized regional language on Bonaire
Religions: Roman Catholic 23.6%, Protestant 14.9% (includes Dutch Reformed 6.4%, Protestant Church of The Netherlands 5.6%, Calvinist 2.9%), Muslim 5.1%, other 5.6% (includes Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish), none 50.7% (2017 est.)
Population: 17,151,228 (July 2018 est.)
Age structure: 0-14 years: 16.28% (male 1,428,837 /female 1,362,686)
65 years and over: 19.1% (male 1,487,278 /female 1,788,492) (2018 est.)
Population growth rate: 0.38% (2018 est.)
Birth rate: 10.9 births/1,000 population (2018 est.)
Death rate: 9 deaths/1,000 population (2018 est.)
Major urban areas - population: 1.132 million AMSTERDAM (capital)
1.008 million Rotterdam (2018)
Infant mortality rate: total: 3.5 deaths/1,000 live births male: 3.8 deaths/1,000 live births
Contraceptive prevalence rate: 73% (2013) note: percent of women aged 18-45
Hospital bed density: 4.7 beds/1,000 population (2009)
urban: 100% of population
rural: 100% of population
total: 100% of population
urban: 0% of population
rural: 0% of population
total: 0% of population (2015 est.)
Unemployment, youth ages 15-24: total: 8.9% male: 9% female: 8.8% (2017 est.)
Country name: conventional long form: Kingdom of the Netherlands
conventional short form: Netherlands
local long form: Koninkrijk der Nederlanden
local short form: Nederland
abbreviation: NL
etymology: the country name literally means "the lowlands" and refers to the geographic features of the land being both flat and down river from higher areas (i.e., at the estuaries of the Scheldt, Meuse, and Rhine Rivers; only about half of the Netherlands is more than 1 meter above sea level)
Government type: parliamentary constitutional monarchy; part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Capital: name: Amsterdam; note - The Hague is the seat of government
daylight saving time: +1hr, begins last Sunday in March; ends last Sunday in October
note: time descriptions apply to the continental Netherlands only, for the constituent countries in the Caribbean, the time difference is UTC-4
etymology: the original Dutch name, Amstellerdam, meaning "a dam on the Amstel River," dates to the 13th century; over time the name simplified to Amsterdam
Administrative divisions: 12 provinces (provincies, singular - provincie); Drenthe, Flevoland, Fryslan (Friesland), Gelderland, Groningen, Limburg, Noord-Brabant (North Brabant), Noord-Holland (North Holland), Overijssel, Utrecht, Zeeland (Zealand), Zuid-Holland (South Holland)
note: the Netherlands is one of four constituent countries of the Kingdom of the Netherlands; the other three, Aruba, Curacao, and Sint Maarten, are all islands in the Caribbean; while all four parts are considered equal partners, in practice, most of the Kingdom's affairs are administered by the Netherlands, which makes up about 98% of the Kingdom's total land area and population note: three other Caribbean islands, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba, are considered to be special municipalities of the Netherlands proper
Dependent areas: Aruba, Curacao, Sint Maarten
Independence: 23 January 1579 (the northern provinces of the Low Countries conclude the Union of Utrecht breaking with Spain; on 26 July 1581 they formally declared their independence with an Act of Abjuration; however, it was not until 30 January 1648 and the Peace of Westphalia that Spain recognized this independence)
National holiday: King's Day (birthday of King WILLEM-ALEXANDER), 27 April (1967); note - King's or Queen's Day are observed on the ruling monarch's birthday; currently celebrated on 26 April if 27 April is a Sunday
Constitution: history: previous 1597, 1798; latest adopted 24 August 1815 (substantially revised in 1848) amendments: proposed as an "Act of Parliament" by or on behalf of the king or by the Second Chamber of the States General; the Second Chamber is dissolved after its first reading of the "Act"; passage requires a second reading by both the First Chamber and newly elected Second Chamber, followed by at least two-thirds majority vote of both chambers, and ratification by the king; amended many times, last in 2010 (2016)
Legal system: civil law system based on the French system; constitution does not permit judicial review of acts of the States General
Executive branch: chief of state: King WILLEM-ALEXANDER (since 30 April 2013); Heir Apparent Princess Catharina-Amalia (daughter of King WILLEM-ALEXANDER, born 7 December 2003)
head of government: Prime Minister Mark RUTTE (since 14 October 2010; Deputy Prime Ministers (since 26 October 2017) Hugo DE JONGE, Karin Kajsa OLLONGREN, and Carola SCHOUTEN (since 26 October 2017); note - Mark RUTTE heads his third cabinet put in place since 26 October 2017
cabinet: Council of Ministers appointed by the monarch elections/appointments: the monarchy is hereditary; following Second Chamber elections, the leader of the majority party or majority coalition is usually appointed prime minister by the monarch; deputy prime ministers are appointed by the monarch
Legislative branch: description: bicameral States General or Staten Generaal consists of: First Chamber or Eerste Kamer (75 seats; members indirectly elected by the country's 12 provincial council members by proportional representation vote; members serve 4-year terms) Second Chamber or Tweede Kamer (150 seats; members directly elected in multi-seat constituencies by proportional representation vote to serve up to 4-year terms)
elections: First Chamber - last held on 26 May 2015 (next to be held on 27 May 2019) Second Chamber - last held on 15 March 2017 (next to be held 15 March 2021)
election results: First Chamber - percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - VVD 13, CDA 12, D66 10, PVV 9, SP 9, PvdA 8, GL 4, CU 3, other 7; composition - men 49, women 26, percent of women 34.7% Second Chamber - percent of vote by party - VVD 21.3%, PVV 13.1%, CDA 12.4%, D66 12.2%, GL 9.1%, SP 9.1%, PvdA 5.7%, CU 3.4%, PvdD 3.2%, 50 Plus 3.1%, other 7.4%; seats by party - VVD 33, PVV 20, CDA 19, D66 19, GL 14, SP 14, PvdA 9, CU 5, PvdD 5, 50 Plus 4, other 8; composition - men 96, women 54, percent of women 36%; note - total States General percent of women 35.6%
Judicial branch: highest courts: Supreme Court or Hoge Raad (consists of 41 judges: the president, 6 vice presidents, 31 justices or raadsheren, and 3 justices in exceptional service, referred to as buitengewone dienst); the court is divided into criminal, civil, tax, and ombuds chambers judge selection and term of office: justices appointed by the monarch from a list provided by the Second Chamber of the States General; justices appointed for life or until mandatory retirement at age 70
subordinate courts: courts of appeal; district courts, each with up to 5 subdistrict courts; note in December 2018, the Dutch Senate approved a bill to establish the Netherlands Commercial Court for international trade disputes with the Netherlands
Political parties and leaders: Christian Democratic Appeal or CDA [Sybrand VAN HAERSMA BUMA] Christian Union or CU [Gert-Jan SEGERS] Democrats 66 or D66 [Rob JETTEN] Denk [Tunahan KUZU] 50 Plus [Henk KROL] Forum for Democracy or FvD [Thierry BAUDET] Green Left or GL [Jesse KLAVER] Labor Party or PvdA [Lodewijk ASSCHER] Party for Freedom or PVV [Geert WILDERS] Party for the Animals or PvdD [Marianne THIEME] People's Party for Freedom and Democracy or VVD [Mark RUTTE] Reformed Political Party or SGP [Kees VAN DER STAAIJ] Socialist Party or SP [Emile ROEMER] plus a few minor parties
International organization participation: ADB (nonregional member), AfDB (nonregional member), Arctic Council (observer), Australia Group, Benelux, BIS, CBSS (observer), CD, CE, CERN, EAPC, EBRD, ECB, EIB, EITI (implementing country), EMU, ESA, EU, FAO, FATF, G-10, IADB, IAEA, IBRD, ICAO, ICC (national committees), ICCt, ICRM, IDA, IEA, IFAD, IFC, IFRCS, IGAD (partners), IHO, ILO, IMF, IMO, IMSO, Interpol, IOC, IOM, IPU, ISO, ITSO, ITU, ITUC (NGOs), MIGA, MINUSMA, NATO, NEA, NSG, OAS (observer), OECD, OPCW, OSCE, Pacific Alliance (observer), Paris Club, PCA, Schengen Convention, SELEC (observer), UN, UNCTAD, UNDOF, UNESCO, UNHCR, UNIDO, UNMISS, UNRWA, UN Security Council (temporary), UNTSO, UNWTO, UPU, WCO, WHO, WIPO, WMO, WTO, ZC
National symbol(s): lion, tulip; national color: orange
National anthem: name: "Het Wilhelmus" (The William)
lyrics/music: Philips VAN MARNIX van Sint Aldegonde (presumed)/unknown
note: adopted 1932, in use since the 17th century, making it the oldest national anthem in the world; also known as "Wilhelmus van Nassouwe" (William of Nassau), it is in the form of an acrostic, where the first letter of each stanza spells the name of the leader of the Dutch Revolt
Diplomatic representation in the US: chief of mission: Ambassador Hendrik Jan Jurriaan SCHUWER (since 17 September 2015)
chancery: 4200 Linnean Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008
telephone: [1] (202) 244-5300, [1] 877-388-2443
consulate(s) general: Chicago, Miami, New York, San Francisco
Diplomatic representation from the US: chief of mission: Ambassador Peter HOEKSTRA (since 10 January 2018)
embassy: John Adams Park 1, 2244 BZ Wassenaar
mailing address: PSC 71, Box 1000, APO AE 09715
telephone: [31] (70) 310-2209
FAX: [31] (70) 310-2207
consulate(s) general: Amsterdam
The Netherlands, the sixth-largest economy in the European Union, plays an important role as a European transportation hub, with a consistently high trade surplus, stable industrial relations, and low unemployment. Industry focuses on food processing, chemicals, petroleum refining, and electrical machinery. A highly mechanized agricultural sector employs only 2% of the labor force but provides large surpluses for food-processing and underpins the country’s status as the world’s second largest agricultural exporter. The Netherlands is part of the euro zone, and as such, its monetary policy is controlled by the European Central Bank. The Dutch financial sector is highly concentrated, with four commercial banks possessing over 80% of banking assets, and is four times the size of Dutch GDP. In 2008, during the financial crisis, the government budget deficit hit 5.3% of GDP. Following a protracted recession from 2009 to 2013, during which unemployment doubled to 7.4% and household consumption contracted for four consecutive years, economic growth began inching forward in 2014. Since 2010, Prime Minister Mark RUTTE’s government has implemented significant austerity measures to improve public finances and has instituted broad structural reforms in key policy areas, including the labor market, the housing sector, the energy market, and the pension system. In 2017, the government budget returned to a surplus of 0.7% of GDP, with economic growth of 3.2%, and GDP per capita finally surpassed pre-crisis levels. The fiscal policy announced by the new government in the 2018-2021 coalition plans for increases in government consumption and public investment, fueling domestic demand and household consumption and investment. The new government’s policy also plans to increase demand for workers in the public and private sector, forecasting a further decline in the unemployment rate, which hit 4.8% in 2017.
GDP (official exchange rate): $832.2 billion (2017 est.)
GDP - real growth rate: 2.9% (2017 est.) 2.2% (2016 est.) 2% (2015 est.)
Gross national saving: 31.2% of GDP (2017 est.) 28.5% of GDP (2016 est.) 28.8% of GDP (2015 est.) GDP - composition, by end use: household consumption: 44.3% (2017 est.) government consumption: 24.2% (2017 est.) investment in fixed capital: 20.5% (2017 est.) investment in inventories: 0.2% (2017 est.) exports of goods and services: 83% (2017 est.) imports of goods and services: -72.3% (2017 est.) GDP - composition, by sector of origin: agriculture: 1.6% (2017 est.) industry: 17.9% (2017 est.) services: 70.2% (2017 est.)
Agriculture - products: vegetables, ornamentals, dairy, poultry and livestock products; propagation materials
Industries: agroindustries, metal and engineering products, electrical machinery and equipment, chemicals, petroleum, construction, microelectronics, fishing
Unemployment rate: 4.9% (2017 est.) 6% (2016 est.)
highest 10%: 24.9% (2014 est.)
Distribution of family income - Gini index: 30.3 (2015 est.) 25.1 (2013 est.)
Budget: revenues: 361.4 billion (2017 est.)
expenditures: 352.4 billion (2017 est.)
note: data cover general government debt and include debt instruments issued (or owned) by government entities other than the treasury; the data include treasury debt held by foreign entities; the data include debt issued by subnational entities, as well as intragovernmental debt; intragovernmental debt consists of treasury borrowings from surpluses in the social funds, such as for retirement, medical care, and unemployment, debt instruments for the social funds are not sold at public auctions
Inflation rate (consumer prices): 1.3% (2017 est.) 0.1% (2016 est.)
Current account balance: $87.46 billion (2017 est.) $62.92 billion (2016 est.)
Exports: $555.6 billion (2017 est.) $495.4 billion (2016 est.)
Exports - commodities: machinery and transport equipment, chemicals, mineral fuels; food and livestock, manufactured goods
Exports - partners: Germany 24.2%, Belgium 10.7%, UK 8.8%, France 8.8%, Italy 4.2% (2017)
Imports: $453.8 billion (2017 est.) $402.9 billion (2016 est.)
Imports - commodities: machinery and transport equipment, chemicals, fuels, foodstuffs, clothing
Imports - partners: China 16.4%, Germany 15.3%, Belgium 8.5%, US 6.9%, UK 5.1%, Russia 4.3% (2017)
Reserves of foreign exchange and gold: $38.44 billion (31 December 2017 est.) $38.21 billion (31 December 2015 est.)
Debt - external: $4.063 trillion (31 December 2016 est.) $4.054 trillion (31 December 2015 est.)
Stock of direct foreign investment - at home: $5.499 trillion (31 December 2017 est.) $4.759 trillion (31 December 2016 est.)
Stock of direct foreign investment - abroad: $6.579 trillion (31 December 2017 est.) $5.623 trillion (31 December 2016 est.)
Market value of publicly traded shares: $652.7 billion (31 December 2015 est.) $735.1 billion (31 December 2014 est.) $675 billion (31 December 2013 est.)
Exchange rates: euros (EUR) per US dollar - 0.885 (2017 est.) 0.903 (2016 est.) 0.9214 (2015 est.) 0.885 (2014 est.) 0.7634 (2013 est.)
Electricity - production: 109.3 billion kWh (2016 est.)
Electricity - consumption: 108.8 billion kWh (2016 est.)
Electricity - exports: 19.34 billion kWh (2016 est.)
Electricity - imports: 24.26 billion kWh (2016 est.)
Electricity - from other renewable sources: 23% of total installed capacity (2017 est.)
Crude oil - exports: 7,984 bbl/day (2017 est.)
Crude oil - imports: 1.094 million bbl/day (2017 est.)
Crude oil - proved reserves: 81.13 million bbl (1 January 2018 est.)
Refined petroleum products - production: 1.282 million bbl/day (2017 est.)
Refined petroleum products - exports: 2.406 million bbl/day (2017 est.)
Refined petroleum products - imports: 2.148 million bbl/day (2017 est.)
Natural gas - production: 45.33 billion cu m (2017 est.) note: the Netherlands has curbed gas production due to seismic activity in the province of Groningen, largest source of gas reserves
Natural gas - consumption: 43.38 billion cu m (2017 est.)
Natural gas - exports: 51.25 billion cu m (2017 est.)
Natural gas - imports: 51 billion cu m (2017 est.)
Natural gas - proved reserves: 801.4 billion cu m (1 January 2018 est.)
Carbon dioxide emissions from consumption of energy: 250.2 million Mt (2017 est.)
Cellular Phones in use: total subscriptions: 20.532 million
Telephone system: general assessment: highly developed and well maintained; while fixed-line voice market is in decline the VoIP (voice over Internet protocal) and mobile platforms advance; one of the highest fixed broadband penetration rates in the world; government investments; preparations for 5G trials, plans for 3G network shutdown in 2022; LTE-A services; MNOs and banks launch m-payments system (2018)
domestic: extensive fixed-line, fiber-optic network; large cellular telephone system with five major operators utilizing the third generation of the Global System for Mobile Communications technology; one in five households now use Voice over the Internet Protocol services; fixed-line 38 per 100 and mobile-cellular 120 per 100 persons (2018)
international: country code - 31; submarine cables provide links to the US and Europe; satellite earth stations - 5 (3 Intelsat - 1 Indian Ocean and 2 Atlantic Ocean, 1 Eutelsat, and 1 Inmarsat (2011)
Broadcast media: more than 90% of households are connected to cable or satellite TV systems that provide a wide range of domestic and foreign channels; public service broadcast system includes multiple broadcasters, 3 with a national reach and the remainder operating in regional and local markets; 2 major nationwide commercial television companies, each with 3 or more stations, and many commercial TV stations in regional and local markets; nearly 600 radio stations with a mix of public and private stations providing national or regional coverage
Internet country code: .nl
Internet users: total: 15,385,203
Airports (unpaved runways): total 6
Pipelines: 14000 km gas, 2500 km oil and refined products, 3000 km chemicals (2016)
(2016) standard gauge: 3,058 km 1.435-m gauge (2,314 km electrified) (2016)
Roadways: total 139,124 km
(includes 3,654 km of expressways) (2016)
Waterways: 6,237 km (navigable by ships up to 50 tons) (2012)
Merchant marine: total 1,233
by type: bulk carrier 13, container ship 41, general cargo 586, oil tanker 21, other 572 (2018)
Ports and terminals: major seaport(s): IJmuiden, Vlissingen container port(s) (TEUs): Rotterdam (13,734,000) (2017) LNG terminal(s) (import): Rotterdam
river port(s): Amsterdam (Nordsee Kanaal); Moerdijk (Hollands Diep River); Rotterdam (Rhine River); Terneuzen (Western Scheldt River)
Military branches: Royal Netherlands Army, Royal Netherlands Navy (includes Naval Air Service and Marine Corps), Royal Netherlands Air Force (Koninklijke Luchtmacht, KLu), Royal Marechaussee (Military Police) (2015)
Military service age and obligation: 17 years of age for an all-volunteer force (2014)
Military expenditures: 1.35% of GDP (2018) 1.16% of GDP (2017) 1.15% of GDP (2016) 1.2% of GDP (2015) 1.15% of GDP (2014)
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Refugees and internally displaced persons: refugees (country of origin): 32,092 (Syria), 15,478 (Somalia), 14,931 (Eritrea), 9,259 (Iraq), 6,267 (Afghanistan) (2017)
Illicit drugs: major European producer of synthetic drugs, including ecstasy, and cannabis cultivator; important gateway for cocaine, heroin, and hashish entering Europe; major source of US-bound ecstasy and a significant consumer of ecstasy; a large financial sector vulnerable to money laundering
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Board index Hollywood Hideout The Eclipse Movie
Review Time: I liked the Eclipse movie!
Discussion of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
andypalmer
Re: Review Time: I liked the Eclipse movie!
Post by andypalmer » Mon Jul 12, 2010 7:05 pm
My anticipation of Eclipse was no less intense than that of New Moon, but filled with far less apprehension. The production quality had been greatly improved with New Moon and, while Eclipse has some touching, emotional moments, it is a far easier story to tell. Mostly, I was just looking forward to the big fight scene
Overall, Eclipse was the most accurate to the book of the movies so far, though certainly had a touch of the Bree Tanner book thrown in to add some flavor and context. The production quality was even higher than that of New Moon with better make-up, better special effects, and better wolf CGI. Only Kristin Stewart’s awful wig tarnished the movie in that regard.
The story of Eclipse is highly action focused and the movie was definitely paced in such a manner. As such, it was lean, lacking any fat. Each scene covered the material it needed to cover and moved on. Unfortunately, the Twilight Saga is not an action series; even Eclipse is a romantic drama with some action scenes so the lack of “fat” made some of the more emotional scenes fall flat. The follow through with the food analogy, you often need to keep some fat in order to fully enjoy the flavor of the meal and Eclipse certainly lacked that. The tender moments occurred, but you were not allowed the time to live in the moment, to experience the emotion before you were flung to the next scene.
The flashback scenes were masterfully done, just enough to portray the story yet still adding insights into the characters. I was especially impressed with the portrayal of Rosalie’s last days – it’s a feat to tell of what was, effectively, a brutal gang rape in such a way to make it clear what occurred without using any disturbing imagery. I also enjoyed the tribe flashback as it solidified images from the book that were not fully clear to me; the European clothing on the vampires was a great touch.
The most famous scene of the book, the “tent scene” was done well, but not incredibly so. Still, it was challenging to portray so I’m not going to be too harsh there.
The training scenes and the mass fight with the new-borns were very well done. There were some “Hollywood” liberties taken but overall it was quite entertaining and more than sufficient to satisfy male Twi-noobs looking for a testosterone fix.
I was disappointed that Edward was again portrayed as a vampire wimp, that his extraordinary speed and mind reading was not correctly portrayed (again!) in a combat situation. This time, instead of hurting herself to save Seth, she did it to save Edward from getting his head ripped off by Victoria and Riley. They took a scene which was intended to portray that, despite her best efforts, Bella was a helpless pawn in these supernatural struggles and instead made her the heroine. First Felix and now this - don’t you read the books, people!?!?
I was also disappointed that Melissa Rosenberg had to add her snarky liberal comments into the script, with Bella replying that waiting until marriage for sex was “ancient” and that, once married, she would keep or hyphenate her last name. Hello!? Last I checked the author of Twilight was Stephenie Myer, not Melissa Rosenberg – keep your personal views where they belong and just tell the story!
My biggest disappointment was probably the “Bella kissing Jacob” scene (day of big fight). It’s the case where the “lack of fat” was felt the most. In the movie, you barely got the sense that Bella even felt bad for kissing Jacob yet it’s a poignant moment in the book in which Bella recognized her love for Jacob but decides to put that part of her behind her and in which she feels so bad that she actually *wants* Edward to be mad at her. It’s a touching scene that provides real closure to the tent scene and was effectively brushed over.
Overall, I was pleased with the production quality and overall flow of the movie and appreciate that it captured all of the major plot points of the book in a mostly accurate manner. By far the most commercial of the Twilight movies, Eclipse will appeal to a large audience of Twi-hards and new fans alike. The emotional elements of the story could have been told better, but overall, I rate the movie an A-
sophiie-e
Post by sophiie-e » Thu Jul 15, 2010 4:51 am
OMG i Love Eclispe so much.
this movie was amazing.
next week i´ll watch it again
all these kissing scenes and the fighting. everything was perfect i think.
the music was also amazing.
but i misses Rachelle Lefevre :/
but all in all eclipse is an amazing movie.
tufano79
Post by tufano79 » Wed Jul 28, 2010 10:39 pm
Originally, I was on the fence about Eclipse. However, I've seen it two more times (such a dork...but I'm okay with it) and I am more on the like side of the movie. Originally, I thought that it was too fast. However, I think that was due to me. I was SOOOOOO excited to see it, my perception of the movie indicated that it was fast.
Anyhow, positives.
1. Love the chemistry between Rob and Kristen, especially in the beginning scene. The cuddling and couple-y things were sweet, but had some "heat." I also adored the proposal scene (partially because I secretly wished that I was Kristen and also it had my favorite song on the soundtrack as the background). Finally, the last meadow scene was OOOOOOOOOKAAAAY. I liked how Kristen remarked the Edward was bullet-proof.
2. Billy Burke -- TOTALLY rocked as Charlie! His scenes (other than the aformentioned scenes) were the best in the film. Love Billy Burke!
3. Flashback scenes - Jasper's in particular were great. Definitely enjoyed seeing the back stories of both Rosalie and Jasper on film (I've pictured them in my head, but they do not come close to what was on the screen).
4. Rob.... sigh! 'Nuf said.
Hugs, Josie
Jazz Girl
Making beautiful music with Edward as only I can
Location: Rob's HalfwayHouse, shacked up with some FicWard.
Post by Jazz Girl » Mon Aug 09, 2010 1:38 pm
So, I'm on my 17th viewing. Each time, for me, there's more to love. I still have those moments where I want to hurl stuff at the screen. But, overall, my satisfaction and love of this film has only grown.
The reason why, other than the fact that I love it, I see a movie so many times is to be able to truly see every scene. Especially this movie, there is soooo much going on in each scene, so much context and "little things" that complete the scene. It is this reason why I have a new favorite scene to add to my list. The final confrontation with the Volturi. Watch Rob. Overall, the entire cast is fantastic in this scene, bringing each nuance of their characters truly to the screen. But, it is this (amongst soooo many others) moment where you so truly see how deeply Rob embodies Edward. Watch his body language and facial expressions, particularly when he is not speaking. His body is planted firmly between Bella and any threat, even adjusting when Felix starts to move through them, angling forward and wrapping his arm around her to move between them. The look on his face when Carlisle says "if the Volturi had knowledge of Victoria, they would have stopped her." For those who have read The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner, you see him nod at the moment when, in the novel, we find out she is communicating directly with him. Such dedication to his character(along with his own inhuman beauty) is what makes Rob such the perfect embodiment of Edward Cullen.
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Marie Masen
Post by Marie Masen » Mon May 16, 2011 4:18 pm
Just a random thought about the wardrobe that Bella wears in the movie.
In the book, she wears a skirt and blouse to graduation and the party.
They have her dressed so plainly, even when Stephanie has mentioned the prettier outfits she wears in the books.
mybrandofheroin
Post by mybrandofheroin » Fri Jul 29, 2011 3:20 am
I absolutely loved Eclipse! My problem with Twilight was I thought the acting could be better, and I had such high expectations that I was slightly let down. I liked New Moon a lot better, but I thought there could have been better music selections. With Eclipse, I loved every musical choice. Plus, I think all of the actors/actresses had matured. I believed the story line and I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. That happened with Twilight and New Moon as well, but the cast did so well capturing the raw emotions in Eclipse. It was exactly how I pictured it in my head.
"These violent delights have violent ends, and in their triumph die, like fire and powder, which, as they kiss, consume." ~ Romeo & Juliet, Act II, Scene VI
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British Open Courses. Before you make any 2020 RBC Heritage picks of your own, you NEED to see who Sal Johnson is backing. US Open Courses. Part of the rejigged PGA Tour season, the RBC has attracted a high class field including Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau. 136 on Golf Digest's America's Second 100 Greatest Golf Courses of 2019-20. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and Peter Dye in 1969. PGA Tour; Tournaments; RBC Heritage RBC Heritage. Harbour Town Golf Links will get spruced up after next April's PGA Tour event, the RBC Heritage. Solheim Cup Courses. Only one non-major championship golf course - Trump National Doral's Blue Monster - has a longer unbroken streak of year's hosting a Tour event. The PGA Tourâs return to live-action continues on Hilton Head Island at Harbour Town Golf Links. Now, the Tour heads to Harbour Town Golf Links ⦠Matt Kuchar loves playing in the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links. Harbour Town is one of the shortest courses on the PGA Tour, but with greens amongst the smallest it poses a harder than average test. It is the course that literally put Hilton Head Island on the map and more than 40 years later, Harbour Town Golf Links remains one of the most revered courses in the world. It is nearly 230 yards shorter than the average course length of other PGA Tour events. Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town Harbour Town Golf Links. A to Z Course Directory. Buy PGA Tour tickets at Harbour Town Golf Links to the 2020-2021 schedule and Golf games. Harbour Town Golf Links is a public golf course in the eastern United States, located in South Carolina in Sea Pines Plantation on Hilton Head Island in Beaufort County.From 1969 to 2019, it hosted the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour, usually in mid-April, the week after The Masters.. Harbour Town Golf Links is ranked high among golf courses in America by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine. Only once in the last seven years has the winning score been better than -13, and on a number of occasions it didn't reach double figures. Harbour Town Golf Links welcomes a major-caliber field for the RBC Heritage, as the PGA Tour enters the second week of the resumed season. Webb Simpson of the United States celebrates with the trophy and the plaid jacket after winning during the final round of the RBC Heritage on June 21, 2020 at Harbour Town Golf Links ⦠Harbour Town is the No. This distinguished golf course places a premium on finesse, imagination and shot-making, rather than strength, making it a perennial favorite among PGA TOUR players. The Heritage is held annually at Harbour Town Link Golf course on Hilton Head Island. Harbour Town Golf Links Length: 6,973 | Par: 71. 13th hole (photo by Al Lunsford) Itâs not quite âtarget golfâ as some have labeled itâat least off the tee. About Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines Renowned for being one of the shortest courses on the PGA Tour schedule, the par 71 layout provides a different challenge for the worldâs best players. The 2020 RBC Heritage tees off Thursday at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, S.C., as the PGA Tour tries to get back to normal. Harbour Town is one of the shortest PGA Tour events. Global Map The PGA TOUR features a number of iconic venues and one of the most rightly celebrated is the renowned Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina. After a thrilling week back on the PGA Tour as the coronavirus pandemic continues to ... Harbour Town Golf Links is always a fascinating stop on the PGA Tour. Reserve a round on The Sea Pines Resort's world-famous Harbour Town Golf Links, home of the PGA TOUR's RBC Heritage Presented by Bowing golf tournament. Arnold Palmer described Harbour Town Golf Links as a âthinking manâs course,â and his win there at the inaugural Heritage Classic in 1969 brought the course (and Dye) into the limelight. Home to the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, South Carolinaâs only PGA TOUR event, this distinguished course places a premium on finesse, imagination and shot making, rather than strength. The PGA TOUR features a number of iconic venues and one of the most rightly celebrated is the renowned Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina. It is currently played in mid-April, the week after The Masters in Augusta, Georgia.. Thu, Apr 12, 2018 - Sun, Apr 15, 2018. The famous ⦠Abraham Ancer finished in second place, one stroke behind. Play the Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines on your next golf vacation to South Carolina with Golfbreaks by PGA TOUR, experts in golf travel since 1998 This is the PGA site. Ever since his arrival on the PGA Tour , this has been a spot where Kuchar ⦠Harbour Town Golf Links, on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, is not only a celebrated as one of the PGA Tourâs finest courses, but it is also one which propelled the design futures of two of the finest architects in the game.. Pete Dye designed the Harbour Town Golf Links along with expert advice on shot values from none other than Jack Nicklaus. On a Monday afternoon some six weeks before the start of the 2018 RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing, dozens of Hilton Head-area golf fans got a preview of the island's annual PGA Tour tournament - and a look at, likely, its biggest star.. Lured by an email asking for crowd extras, they gathered at Harbour Town Golf Links' first tee to watch Columbia native and world No. Apr 12, 2018-15. The Verizon Heritage Classic played on the Harbor Town golf links is a considerable test of golf at only 6700 yards. Harbour Town has been a part of the PGA Tour's schedule since 1969, the year the course opened. The RBC Heritage, known for much of its history as the Heritage Classic or simply the Heritage, is a PGA Tour event in South Carolina, first played 51 years ago in 1969. The venue for its entire existence has been the Harbour Town Golf Links at the Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island. This June (18-21) the RBC Heritage will once again be played on the classic Pete Dye designed layout. Harbour Town Golf Links is in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The 154-man field for Harbour Town: Harbour Town Golf Links. 2020 PGA Tour Courses. Having been designed Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus, it is no surprise that the result is truly spectacular as it incorporates the beauty of the natural environment and incredible golf holes. After a nearly three-hour weather delay, Simpson made five birdies in six holes on the back nine to finally break out of a bottleneck for first and claim the sole lead. 2020 LPGA Tour Courses. 2020 Ladies European Tour Courses. Ryder Cup Courses. Purchase cheap tickets and discounted PGA Tour tickets at Harbour Town Golf Links at TicketSupply. The PGA Tour ended a three-month hiatus because of the coronavirus pandemic by restarting last week at the Charles Schwab Championship at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island might always be a place that needs no such protection, despite being among the shorter courses the pros face during the year. PGA Tour golf is back, coming off of an exciting week and a one-hole playoff win by Daniel Berger at the Charles Schwab Challenge. Before last year's tournament, Harbour Town gave up the 14th-fewest birdies on the regular Tour schedule. This weekâs tournament at Harbour Town was rescheduled from its customary spot in mid-April, during the week after the Masters. Harbour Town Golf Links is one of the most beautiful courses in South Carolina, with Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus as its designers it comes as no surprise. 1 Rory McIlroy is the 11-1 favorite to win the event, according to William Hill. Harbour Town Golf Links, located Hilton Head Island, is ranked No. Since 1969 it's hosted the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour. The delayed RBC Heritage takes place at Harbour Town Golf Links from June 18-21 as the PGA Tour schedule heads to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. (CBS Miami/CBS Local) â Harbour Town Golf Links hosts this weekâs RBC Heritage, the PGA Tourâs second event since returning. The course is an annual host on the PGA Tour with the Heritage Tournament and has collected numerous awards over the years.. It was a Happy Fatherâs Day for father-of-five Webb Simpson who shot an RBC Heritage record 22-under 262 at Harbour Town Golf Links to win his second PGA Tour event of the year. 2020 European Tour Courses. About Harbour Town Golf Links Harbour Town Overview. World No. ... Interactive tour for every golf course. ... North Carolinaâs second win this season and seventh career win on the PGA TOUR. Harbour Town Golf Links; Hilton Head Island, SC; Info; Highlights; Course; Course Profile. Wind usually plays a factor in this tournament, at least at some point in the four days. This June (18-21) the RBC Heritage will once again be played on the classic Pete Dye designed layout. The Harbour Town Golf Links course can be considered as quite short by today's standards of golf, but it requires shots that are perfectly positioned, arrow-straight accuracy, and consistency from the player. 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Toddler who had pioneering surgery in the womb defies odds to walk – and even splashes in puddles
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A mother is beaming as her daughter masters the art of walking despite being told by doctors that she’d be paralysed.
Bethan Simpson, 27, from Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, says she could have fallen over with shock when she saw that her daughter, Elouise, now one, taking her first steps.
After Eloise was diagnosed with spina bifida, before she was born, Bethan says she was told by doctors that her daughter wouldn’t walk as her spine was not developing correctly. This meant the nerves that control her legs would not work properly.
But heartwarming footage shows the determined one-year-old confidently walking around her house and garden and venturing down the street to splash in puddles.
Bethan Simpson, from Essex, is beaming as her daughter Elouise masters the art of walking despite told by doctors that she’d be paralysed before undoing prenatal spinal surgery
Doctors told Bethan her baby may never walk before they performed foetal repair surgery
Bethan was offered a termination twice but she refused and now she is enjoying seeing Elouise hitting her milestones.
The mum-of-one, added: ‘When I saw her taking her first few steps I could not believe what I was seeing. I was in shock. I had to do a double-take to make sure I was not imagining it.
‘I was so emotional, I felt proud of Elouise for having so much strength and determination and for making huge progress that she had actually learnt to walk.
‘It is something that people take for granted, but we could not have been more happy to see her walking and thriving.
‘We thought she was going to need a lot of assistance throughout her life, so to see her do this by herself was extra special.’
When Bethan was 20 weeks pregnant she went for a routine scan, which had shown that there were some issues with Elouise’s head.
Pictured: Bethan before she was about to give birth to her daughter, Elouise, in April last year
The Simpsons began IVF treatment in 2018 after three years trying for a baby. It worked on the second attempt (pictured: Bethan and Kieron Simpson pictured with baby Elouise in 2019)
The midwife suspected that it could have been due to spina bifida – when a baby’s spine and spinal cord do not develop properly in the womb, causing a gap in the spine.
Bethan was sent for further tests, where it was confirmed that Elouise had the condition.
Bethan, a mental health nurse, said: ‘When I heard this news I immediately thought I was going to lose my baby.
‘The doctors told me that she would be paralysed from the waist down, have no use of her bladder and bowel, and be intellectually delayed.
‘I felt like my world was crumbling around me, I was completely devastated, especially because Elouise was IVF conceived – I thought we had invested so much time, and now I might lose my baby.
‘To my horror, after the spina bifida was discovered, I was then offered a termination.
‘This really got my back up as I never thought that this was something I would be offered.
‘Within two days of my scan, I was referred to a hospital in London where I had another ultrasound and my options were explained to me.
‘I was once again offered a termination, or Elouise could have a postnatal repair, or there was a new surgery available that would take place while she was still in the womb. We would be the fourth family to have this surgery.
Elouise (pictured) is now aged one and has taken her first steps at her home in Burnham, Essex
‘We said yes to the new surgery as this seemed like the best option for us. So we had the surgery on 8 January 2019, Elouise weighed just 450 grams. She did amazingly in the surgery, although it was not guaranteed that it would work.
‘Following in the surgery I was on strict bed rest and wheelchair-bound to try and stay pregnant and to prevent premature labour.
‘On 1 April 2019, I had a planned C-section where I gave birth to Elouise. It was the best moment of my life being able to hold my baby girl after everything we had been through.’
Elouise’s parents, Bethan and Kieron Simpson, 29, had the expectation that their baby was going to be weak and need a lot of extra help and assistance, however, Elouise has exceeded theirs and the doctor’s expectations with her progress.
Bethan said: ‘I was stunned when she started crawling and then walking. I always thought we would be waiting in limbo wondering if she would hit any milestones, but she has completely taken us by surprise and defied all the odds.
‘I was so overwhelmed, I did not know what to do. It was such an amazing achievement.
‘When I see her walking around it validates for me why we soldiered and went through the surgery and why terminating the pregnancy was never going to be an option for us.
‘It proves that she was always meant to be here, tottering around and living her best life.’
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Impressionism: Translating the Modern World
Exhibition Dates:
Through Nov. 29, 2020
Chi-Omega-Hargis Gallery and Online
This exhibition, conceived and curated by the students in Auburn University’s Modern Art History Seminar (ARTS 4150) in Spring 2020, proposes that the art movement known as impressionism can be understood as an act of translation. Spanning the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, its artists depicted their momentary perceptions of the modern world around them, often using bright colors, visible brushstrokes, and flat or oblique spaces.
“Translating the Modern World” frames impressionism with four concepts:
• Artists’ unique perceptions and interpretations of the world around them
•. Its circulation in different national contexts, particularly in the United States
•. The role of printmaking, a technique that literalizes not only the translation of a scene but also the transfer from plate to paper
•. The subtle adaptation by artists who retained their academic approach to painting
Impressionist circles included many women artists who used the style to explore their unique viewpoints and spaces. Four women painters, including Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt, whose art appears in this exhibition, regularly participated in exhibitions held by the impressionist group in Paris in the 1870s and 1880s, and many other women adopted the aesthetic. No longer just for male artists, these women’s translations of their worlds are integrated throughout the exhibition alongside several representations of women by male artists.
We thank our wonderful colleagues at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Art for collaborating with us on this exciting project, and also our generous lenders, including a private collector, the Columbus Museum, the Dixon Museum and Garden, and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
Dr. Emily C. Burns, Associate Professor of Art History, Auburn University
STUDENT CURATORS
Avery Agostinelli
Rachel Allain
Elizabeth Beasley
Claye Gillis
Christina Hancock
Zoe Lakin
Sally Lyle
Leslie Schuneman
Click below to begin your tour
Perception as Translation
Accents: Translation in Circulation
Print As Translation
Academic Adaptation
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Tag Archives: Sweytz
Tafinith Robin Thase (né Kavaliro)
Posted on 28 July 2013 by Shannon Haddock
Birthdate: 4 Dufoje 264
Birthplace: Near Lusvil, Delthakk Province, Sweytz, Sweytzian Alliance, Milky Way
Current Residence: Near Alton, Delthakk Province, Sweytz, Sweytizan Alliance, Milky Way
Biography: Bobby, as he’s known to everyone except his wife who likes the sound of Robin, spent his childhood getting into all manner of scrapes with his best friend, Vincent Blue. As he grew older and his father became a war hero and his elder sister became a champion fencer, he started to resent their success and became determined to make a name for himself instead of being in their shadow.
He was already a talented loothin player with a very pleasant singing voice, but his inherently lazy nature kept him from doing the work necessary to perfect his craft, as did his single-minded focus on pursuing every attractive young woman he saw. Especially the ones who were known to put out on the first date.
By the time he was fifteen, he was starting to hang out with a rougher crowd and get in minor trouble with the local law enforcement — which takes some doing on Sweytz. His father tried to convince him to straighten up and do something productive, such as following in his footsteps and joining the Defence Force, the Kavaliros having quite a long tradition of serving either their faith or their planet. This chafed young Bobby who saw his father’s well-intentioned advice as trying to push him into something he wasn’t interested in. Lacking in self-confidence and looking for an easy way to become someone important, Bobby was easily conned by the Anerix High Chancellor’s rhetoric.
At fifteen and a half, after his parents refused to sign the immigration papers, he tried to punch his father, ran away from home, insulted his girlfriend so badly when she wouldn’t join him that they didn’t speak for nearly thirty years, insulted his best friend so badly when he wouldn’t join him that they ended up in a fight that might’ve proved fatal for Bobby had his friend’s father not intervened, and then lied about his age so he could immigrate without parental permission, all in less than a day.
Once on Anerix, he discovered very quickly that the only thing he was qualified for that paid even remotely decently was the Army. He served as a infantryman for a couple of years, until he irritated his commanding officer one too many times and found himself ‘volunteered’ for the High Chancellor’s Bodyguard.
The High Chancellor’s Bodyguard is actually Anerix’s assassin squad.
Little did anyone suspect at the time that one of the assassin trainers was actually an undercover member of the Sweytian Defense Force Special Forces, Kenshin Kenodori. Kenshin had briefly served under Bobby’s father during the Second Mugdaran War and took a special interest in the young man, who was by now clearly disillusioned with Anerix. Luckily, Bobby was naturally a gifted martial artist — there are some who suspect the Kavaliros of old practiced selective breeding since so many are naturally talented martial artists — so Kenshin, who was a ninja master, had an excuse for giving him private lessons. During those private lessons, Kenshin got to know Bobby better, and eventually he invited him to come visit his home for some specialized training. Bobby eagerly accepted.
During that trip, Kenshin recruited Bobby into his family’s ninja clan. During his ninja training, Kenshin recruited Bobby as a spy for the Sweytian Defense Force.
Bobby was considered a valuable asset by both of his employers for the next few years. Then he had a serious misunderstanding with a member of High Command who he was — depending on which one you ask — either dating or casually having sex with, and she made it her purpose in life to ruin his. Rather soon after this, Kenshin’s spying was discovered. Bobby was ordered to kill him to prove his own loyalty. Instead, he helped him escape. He claimed to the High Chancellor that Kenshin was just too good for him to kill. No one in High Command really believed it. Bobby suddenly found himself suspected every time there was a security leak and assigned all of the most dangerous missions.
During a much overdue vacation, he met Karen Thase, a physical therapist originally from Moulei, but now living on Sweytz. She was very unlike the vrisks he’d been having shallow relationships with for years. By the end of the vacation, he was pretty sure he was in love for the first time since the girlfriend he’d wronged when he left Sweytz.
Their relationship deepened as more of High Command became convinced he was a traitor. Finally, fearing for Karen’s safety, he left the Anerix Army.
Back on Sweytz, he reconciled with his family and his best friend, and reconnected with Kenshin who’d retired from the military and opened a dojo. Determined to keep out of trouble, he started working at Kenshin’s dojo and, with his brother-in-law, Viktor Blue, opened The Sword & Scroll Tavern, playing loothin and singing in The Band Without A Clever Name. The tavern and the band both quickly gained local fame which spread rapidly thanks to the number of spacers from the nearby ‘port who dropped by, looking for something nicer than the bars nearer the ‘port.
Bobby and Karen married and had two children, Cassie and Char, then he, for reasons that even he isn’t quite sure of, suddenly decided that it was time to do more for Sweytz. He joined the Defense Force and was quickly recruited into the Special Forces. The discipline problems he’d had in the Anerix Army didn’t completely disappear, but the worst thing he ever did — punching a mithoska — only got him busted a rank as the mithoska in question was trying to provoke him.
He and Karen had two more children, Ben and Melissa, and everything in his life was going well for years.
Then his eldest got old enough to date and he took the overprotective father thing too far. Before things had gotten too bad between he and Cassie, he was severly injured on a mission and very nearly died, his heart stopping three times while he was on the operating table. His recovery took a bit longer than it should have because he refused to obey the limits the doctors put on his physical activity.
Stuck at home and seeing his children every day, he grew very close to Melissa, who wasn’t quite five, and succeeded in almost alienating Cassie, who by now was nearing fifteen. Every single outfit she wore, every single thing she did, he was sure was going to lead to her being taken advantage of by a young man. He thought every young man thought like he had at that age. These problems with his eldest led to problems with his wife, so once he was well enough to return to active duty, having turned down a medical retirement, he volunteered for every mission he could, finding home an unpleasant place to be. This, naturally, led to worsening relationships with his wife and children, except Melissa, as he made sure to never miss anything important in her life if he could help it.
When he wasn’t on a mission, he started drinking heavily, partially as a way to self-medicate insomnia which had plagued him for years. On missions, he started feeling like he needed to prove himself, his old lack of confidence plaguing him again now that he was older and younger men were undeniably performing better than him. This resulted in him taking chances he shouldn’t have taken and getting injured many times.
Finally, after a mission where he’d been severely stabbed in the elbow and left with it permanently affected somewhat, followed by one where he’d gotten shot next to the heart, Karen had had all she could stand and broke down crying when he said the doctor cleared him to return to full duty. Affected by her tears, and his youngest’s comment that “And you’ll get to see me grow up if you retire, so you’ll know me better than you do Cassie, so maybe we won’t fight so much”, he retired only seven years after his father.
Cassie and he were barely on speaking terms by then, as he’d offended her a great deal when she became a leytgelez, as he was apparently incapable of comprehending the difference between a leytgelez and the whores he’d hired between girlfriends in his youth. Char didn’t much care for him as he’d not been supporting her burgeoning athletic career much. Ben tried to just stay out of the way of the family’s fighting and blamed Bobby for it. So by this point, his youngest daughter was the only member of his family who he had a good relationship with.
During the early days of his retirement, boredom led to him drinking heavier and getting in some minor scrapes with the law, usually dragging Vincent into them as he always had. Finally Karen had had enough and forbade him leaving the house without adult supervision — with their seven year old counting as adult supervision.
A few korvare later, his drinking now worse than ever, he said some very stupid things to Sal and Lori when their relationship started. The young lovers didn’t notice. He ended up pissing Vincent off severely. Vincent’s husband, usually a rather calm man, got so aggravated when Bobby repeatedly failed to comprehend why Vincent was so upset that he punched Bobby, leaving quite a bruise.
When Bobby got home that night, Karen demanded to know what happened. Then he proceeded to, in the course of the conversation, insult all of his children and their significant others, except, of course, Melissa.
Karen ordered him to call Vincent and apologize for what he’d said. In the course of that conversation, Vincent told Karen how much Bobby had been drinking lately, knowing that Bobby’d been lying to her about it. As Vincent had had a drinking problem himself in the past, he recognized what Bobby was going through and had been trying to get him to quit or at least cut back for a while. While Karen was fussing at Bobby, Melissa came in the room and said the words that very nearly damned her father to spending the rest of his life alone: “I didn’t tell her, Daddy! I swear! It’s still our secret!”
Karen had put up with a lot from Bobby, but convincing their daughter that lying about how much he drank was no different that not telling her when he’d sneak her cookies and such before dinner was almost too much. She was very close to kicking him out and cutting off all contact with him. This possibility sobered him up very quickly.
As Karen did still love him, she pretended he’d been too drunk to know what he’d said that night and gave him a second chance. She called Kenshin, as he was the only person who’d ever had much luck getting Bobby to see reason when he was at his most stubborn, who immediately rehired Bobby at the dojo.
Bobby tried to turn his life around, but his ego was thoroughly trounced by how close he’d come to throwing away everything that mattered to him and how horrible his relationships with his oldest children were. The once cocky man now said things like “Of course I’m wrong. I’ve never done anything right in my life” and meant it. His ego bounced back a bit as his youngest, who was already quite a martial artist, took up competing more seriously and he was able to have a connection with her he’d not had with any of his other children.
He had surgery on his damaged elbow shortly before the birth of his first grandchild and the restored range of motion helped his mood, as did the arrival of his granddaughter.
During a trip to Zeiper to buy brandy for the bar, he and Viktor ended up forced by circumstances beyond their control to fight to save the world. Bobby proved to still be quite a fighter, though he discovered that he’d grown a bit too used to sleeping in his own bed every night and could barely sleep on the floor of the hut they were staying in.
He made a diligent effort to improve his relationships with his children and, on the advice of his eldest, he started seeing a psychiatrist last year. She’s helped him quite a bit, getting him to see that he hasn’t been a total screw-up his whole life. At her suggestion, he got back in touch with his old girlfriend, now a widow, and finally apologized to her. They quickly became friends again.
After some korvare, he realized he still had some feelings for her and asked Karen’s permission to open their marriage. Proving that he has finally grown up, he first asked Kenshin for advice on how to phrase his request, being fairly sure that the first way that came to mind would’ve upset Karen greatly, and then when Karen was hurt that he even asked, comforted her and took her out dancing and to dinner at a nice restaurant to let her know that he was still madly in love with her.
A few korvare later, one of his colleagues from his days as an assassin, now in charge of Anerix’s children’s martial arts’ team, tried to recruit Bobby’s youngest. The two men very nearly got into a fight. The man then tried to get Melissa disqualified, unsuccessfully.
This was just the beginning of an obsession with using her to hurt Bobby. The next tournament both teams were at, one of the Anerix coaches attempted to poison Bobby’s daughter. The other ninja master with Bobby physically restrained him so the law could deal with the would-be poisoner, as Bobby would’ve killed the man and been spaced for it under that planet’s laws.
Less than a korva later, some of the man’s friends attacked the dojo. This was not a wise move on their part.
And then, a few sulida later, the man himself broke into Bobby’s house one night and, pointing a blaster at Karen, told Bobby to hand over his daughter, or he’d fire. Karen ended up killing the man herself, which left her rather shaken. And left Bobby very firmly convinced that he never, ever wanted to piss his wife off again.
Presently, Bobby’s life is rather boring. After the excitement of the last few korvare, he’s glad for the break. He’s spending what time he’s not working at the dojo or tavern spoiling his grandchildren. He was even able to calmly accept his 15-year-old son’s engagement to the 13-year-old daughter of one of his fellow ninja.
Posted in People | Tagged Bobby, Friendship, Karen, Kenshin, martial arts, Milky Way, Robin, Sweytz
Lemyrkûn
Posted on 13 September 2012 by J. M. Brink
Lemyrkûns are a populous species on Radthel, the principal continent of Sweytz’ northern hemisphere. The creatures are one of that planets five known proto-sentient races exhibiting a remarkable, if rather childlike, intellect.
The creature is found throughout the northern hemisphere and on the largest southern continent, though in minuscule proportions with respect to those found on Radthel. While classed proto-sentient by most xenobiologists of the tri-galaxies it should be noted that none of them believe the species will ever become the principle native intelligence. The reason for this is simply the lemyrkûn’s utter lack of interest in making tools or doing more in life than playing and gathering nuts. Though it should be noted that they would be remarkably easy to elevate as they show great thoughtfulness, keen memory, as well as a remarkable aptitude and enthusiasm for any tools they are given.
Wild lemyrkûns are very fond of people and seem to take a great pleasure in showing off for admiring audiences, and so they are found frequently near homes, villages, and cities playing in trees and among rooftops.
The creature itself is a hermaphrodite, as are so many of Sweytz’ native animal life, and is marsupial. They feed entirely on seeds and nuts, and go dormant during cold seasons, though if one is kept as a pet in a warm home or warm climate they do not seem to require hibernation, but become comparatively more lethargic and sleep longer hours during the winter korvare. They are approximately a yard long from head to tail when fully mature, and have been described by many Terrans as a mad scientist blending a flying squirrel, a raccoon, and the speaker’s choice of various monkeys or a lemur. This is a reasonable description of the creature, though those who are familiar with the Kûndthêk of Glarosd would say it is a tiny one of them, hence the name which is an Oplitti construction for “Tiny Kûn”. It should be noted, however, that the lemyrkûn is in no discernible way related to the Kûndthêk race, and utterly lacks in their ferocity or strictly piscivore diet.
Due to their fun loving, gentle, and bright nature they were quickly adopted as pets among the early Sweytzian settlers and have remained one of the top ten favourite pets of the people of that system since its founding, and is always of the top five native species pets.
The lemyrkûn evolved from a primarily nocturnal species and is still mostly so in habits, though like the cats of Earth they are found active at all points of a day, and seem to sleep in naps of myriad length as needed. They do have large eyes, and seem to posses a very finely tuned echolocative capacity, studies show them able to locate grass seeds in perfect darkness with no apparent difficulties. They do not converse in the ultrasonic, however, instead reserving communications for trills, “merps” and “meeps” in a high pitched, but firmly human audible range – for reference to approximations of their vocalisations in pitch, tone, and essential sound observe young Terran kittens, or the adult stage of the Flendessu oplkite.
They are exceedingly clean animals who can usually be shown how to use various toilet facilities, or if one has a stubborn individual or an incompatible facility for their needs a litter-box will nearly always suffice, though most owners in this situation prefer to teach their pet how to use the door to go outside – the wiser installing a special door for the pet to use as it can be lightly difficult to convince then to remember to close the door afterwards and it makes it near impossible (even compared to normal) to get the curious little thing to stay out of (or in) a room.
As a proto-sentient they are banned for export from Sweytz, though some concession is made to allow citizens of the system not on the primary planet to keep the creatures, and family pets may be taken off-world by their owners. As a result the lemyrkûn has not spread much beyond the near region as a pet, nor are many outside the Sweytzian Alliance familiar with them.
Also their status as semi-intelligent does make the terms ‘pet’ and ‘owner’ slightly inaccurate. The creatures are adopted by families or an individual, but the lemyrkûn must also accept the family willingly. It should be noted that little direct enforcement of this ever occurs as it is seen as foolish in the extreme to try to take a lemyrkûn against its will. They are highly mischievous and playful at the best of times, they can become hellish dæmons of destruction and chaos until they escape or are set free if they’re unhappy. This also discourages ill treatment by those possessing one in their home who still wish to actually have a home. Treated well they are incredibly loyal, will assist (in their own way, which may or may not be actually helpful) with caring for small children, will defend their home from intruders by means of thrown objects – many a valuable heirloom vase has been save from theft by being hurled and shattered against the skull of a would-be burglar. Some even manage to teach their lemyrkûn household chores.
It is a rare home that has more than one, maybe two, lemyrkûns living in it. This is not because they fight. Rather it is for entirely the opposite reason: they’d PLAY. Those who raise lemyrkûns tend to have a home made of very sturdy materials that their hordes live in (horde being the best translation of the official Sweytzian word for a group of lemyrkûns, floghe, which is derived from flogkä – the word for a several of a kind of dæmonic spirit. Unofficially most Sweytzians just say group, bunch or some other generic plural) separate from the keeper’s own home.
Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged animal, lemyrkûn, Northern Hemisphere, Pet, species, Sweytz
Sweytzian Alliance
Posted on 1 September 2012 by J. M. Brink
The Sweytzian Alliance is comprised of twelve star systems in the Milky Way and four in Galfarra, all located in close proximity to the trans-galactic wormhole that permits travel between Galfarra and the Milky Way. This Alliance is a full member of the Galfarran Union and, as such, uses Galfarran Credits with authority to mint them.
The Alliance, as it is more commonly called by its members, was a natural evolution of the Sweytzian government. It began with the first Sweytzian colony of Tilthanes, when it was decided that the system would govern itself for practicality’s sake, but that the two systems could work together for mutual benefit. This was in the Sweytzian year 97. Since then there have been seven more colonies, and the remaining eight members are comprised of three colonies from Galfarra, and the rest are colonies settled by Milky Way peoples or are colonies of the Sweytzian colonies. Not all Sweytzian colony worlds (counting colonies of colonies) are Alliance members, though most are on friendly terms with it. An interesting quirk, despite being very near to and on very good terms with several nearby star systems with indigenous people the SA does not yet have any member worlds that did not originate as a colony; albeit this is by simple coincidence, not design, and some nearby indigenous worlds have considered petitioning for membership.
The Alliance’s structure and charter is based on Sweytz’ founder’s original thesis, and the Sweytzian constitution itself. Member worlds send emissaries who are granted representative powers by their homeworlds and decide on policies that affect the Alliance as a whole, and to select their representatives to the Galfarran Union parliament.
The Alliance, technically, is little more than a trade union, but does have the power to engage in a certain measure of military action as a portion of each member’s military is pledged to the Alliance Council’s use as a joint force intended for protection from piracy and to keep the intersystem patrols for deep space defense.
While, as a Galfarran Union member, the Alliance has the right to mint its own internal currencies (and by its own laws its member worlds each hold the same right and are required to honour one another’s money) this right is not exercised. The Alliance relies on Credits, though Lokjiyu does use its own traditional currency, the Triluri. Nearly all of the member worlds use Galfarran for the native language, and the Council is held in Galfarran. Though all of the worlds seem to be home to speakers of many diverse languages.
The Sweytzian Alliance holds an honoured status in the Mugdarran Empire, has full mercantile access to the Kivanian Imperium, has a shaky political if strong economic relationship with the Terran Confederation through the member world Sweytz, and is a celebrated ally of the Allurian crown, just to name a few of its influential friends. They also work and trade freely with many minor groups in all three galaxies. Noteworthy on the opposite side of things the Sweytzian Alliance is on very poor terms, at times verging on war, with Anerix; they are banned from all thirteen star systems of His Majesty the King of Glamirth who has decreed that all Alliance ships, regardless of class or purpose, are to be destroyed on sight; and Alliance merchants may trade with Klingdou, but may not step off their ships nor interact with them without covering their heads with a shroud – a potent insult, doubled in Klingoi estimation, by their refusal to accept Alliance member ambassadors or to allow private citizens to enter the star systems except to trade.
Posted in Governments | Tagged Galaxies, Milky Way, Sweytz, Sweytzian Alliance, Trade union
Posted on 31 August 2012 by J. M. Brink
A little used Galfarran title, with origins among the Flindrosa of the Glakinod star system. Taredĵo is one of absolute legal authority. In very few circumstances has it ever been used such that it did not lead to a dictatorship, in fact the only current examples of this title in use are to be found in the law enforcement of the Sweytzian Alliance worlds: Sweytz and those worlds within its system, Talgori, Velrod, and Selinasa.
In its traditional form, the full authority of law is given to a single individual, who may then appoint at their own discretion and authority any number of vataredi to assist as deputies. Taredĵo is always a proper noun, and treated appropriately, due to tradition that has been lost in antiquity, though some guess that it was due to the Taredĵo’s very singular role, though grammarians are quick to point out that this would be utter nonsense. The Taredĵo is responsible both for enforcing laws, sentencing, judging, etc. in easily half of the cases that a society appointed a Taredĵo that individual also became the sole law maker, and in all cases but the Sweytzian Alliance’s use of it was the case within a generation.
The Sweytzian Taredĵo is afforded the autonomy and authority that the title implies, but the founders of the worlds believed to have found a balance and so far have proven correct as the oldest society in the group to use the title is over three hundred of its years old, and easily an hundred generations have been protected by its Taredĵo without any signs of tyranny.
This difference is from the laws containing a prescribed punishment, the law making authority being firmly in the hands of the populous as a whole, the Taredĵo and her vataredi not being the only ones allowed to enforce local law, the Taredĵo’s authority extends only over a province with the Taredĵo of other provinces able to bring aid to a province whose Taredĵo goes rogue, as well as the populous having control of the military which can bring down a rogue Taredĵo.
Taredĵo are always appointed for life by the government in control, be it a king, or in the SA’s case by popular vote. They are tasked with keeping the peace and upholding law and order, and then given full authority to do this as they see fit. The Sweytzian Alliance worlds are not the first to think of giving law making powers to a separate group thinking that in so doing they would stop the power hungry, or in some cases well meaning, Taredĵo from usurping all power, but all of these tasked the individual with the world’s peace. The SA is the only example of limited geographical authority with an army independent of the vataredi.
In the case of the Sweytzian Alliance’s use of the title, there is a codified selection processes. When a former Taredĵo dies or steps down, or in the one dozen incidences throughout the multiple centuries as well as planets and provinces, is overthrown a number of eligible vataredi announce their willingness to take the position to their provincial council. The vataredi then select those they feel do not have the leadership ability for the position and those candidates applications are rejected. After this initial culling of those the vataredi are unwilling to answer to, the full provincial council considers the candidates remaining via full access to all records of their time as a vetaredi, as well as consideration of their general character – suffice to say the title nearly always goes to the one best known among the people by being most active and outspoken in council as well as being more public and visible in general – then the matter goes to vote. In the case of a tie, the candidates themselves are asked to make the tie breaking decision, which curiously does not often lead to a second tie, but when it does then the Taredĵo of all the other provinces of that world vote not from those who tied but all those initially considered by the voting council.
Restrictions on the Sweytzian Alliance Taredĵo are that they are not judges in cases where guilt is questionable, they instead become the prosecution in a council trial. They may not perform executions, a criminal’s only right by Sweytzian constitution and those based on it is the right to life; they are not given absolute autonomy in sentencing, laws include what punishments are deemed justified, though most give the Taredĵo choices with regards to details and thus it can still go very badly to annoy a Taredĵo during sentencing; and they are not given free access to the provincial coffers, and are granted a budget that they may request increases in and present their reasons to the council and must manage their equipment and vataredi force based on that budget.
Posted in Miscellaneous | Tagged Galfarra, Law, Sweytz, Taredĵo
Taredĵo Tera Evans
Posted on 25 July 2012 by J. M. Brink
Bithdate: 4 Gadmeso 260
Birthplace: Outside of Lurenci, Delthakk Province, Sweytz, Sweytzian Alliance, Milky Way
Current Residence: Outside of Lus Ville, Delthakk Province, Sweytz, Sweytizan Alliance, Milky Way
Biography: Tera is the fourth child of Maia and Lana Evans and currently Delthakk Province’s Taredĵo.
Her mothers were not exceptionally well off people by Sweytzian standards, but they did make a comfortable enough living that their daughters were able to be born (the discoveries that would allow ova-merge techniques to be both more effective and significantly cheaper did not exist until Tera was 25 years old) and the family never wanted for necessities and small luxuries.
Her mother Maia had an interest in martial arts and was wont to watching tournaments and competitions when possible, and a very young Tera quickly took an interest in them as well. Before long she was a student of NenEG and winning many local competitions and tournaments.
When she was a young teen she married the woman with whom she’d been best friends since, literally, the cradle – the pair’s parents were very good friends and the two children were only a few days apart in age – Renata Kavaliro, a rising star in Ruvellian Fencing circles.
Tera, always seeking challenges, travelled the galaxies attending prestigious tournaments and even underworld competitions where the only rules were to win (well, she normally drew the line at one step better where it was frowned upon to actually kill the opponent on purpose, and never competed in any where the rules were that the fight was to death). This led to her first brush with the Terran Confederation.
At that time members of the T.C. were not a common sight on Sweytz, at least not in the sparsely populated northern Province of Delthakk, and even in New Junil, the thriving cultural and tourist metropolis saw so few of them that Terran Standard was on virtually none of the signs in the spaceport and when it was it was usually small. A friend had heard of a competition on one of the Centauri worlds and Tera agreed to go along as well. She was quickly and terribly irritated by the stifling piles of rules for the competition, but did well despite this and had spent the time leading to the fights carefully reading the rulebook that had been passed to a transreader (at the time the only language Tera knew was Galfarran and the rules were in English only).
There was a complaint from various of the other competitors who felt that someone so small couldn’t possibly have the speed and strength that Tera possessed. The tournament officials had already taken blood samples to test for performance enhancements, but due to the number of complaints checked again and ran more thorough tests which came back with indications that Tera’s DNA was artificially manipulated – one of the highest crimes in Confederate law as it violates several points in the very treaties that ended the third world war and founded the Confederation.
Tera was arrested and tried, being found guilty of fraud in entering a competition as a genetic construct, and of not declaring herself a genetic construct to customs entering a T.C. world. The judge was lenient as Tera’s defence asserted very strongly that, for her culture, she was not a construct by the standards of her society and that, conceding the point, her modifications were not performance enhancing. She was given a temporary ban from entering the T.C. and her passport was flagged to restrict both her activities and the duration of her stays when visiting the T.C., her file was also sent to the Bureau of Immigrations to be blacklisted – any application to become a Confederate citizen is to be automatically denied and she would have to seek dispensation of the ruling if her homeworld is ever annexed.
In 277 her wife joined Darrien’s Daggers and there met Viktor Blue, the Hero of Culs III from the recent fight with the Mugdarran Empire. Tera became instantly enraptured with his little girl, Virginia, and was fond of Viktor (who Renata was falling madly in both love and lust with very quickly) and, on 7 Feino 279, the trio was married.
Tera continued to compete so, while Renata and Tera did own a home in Delthakk, the family called home the house of Viktor’s parents because a) Renata and Tera’s home was scaled to women who are 18½ varĵé and just shy of 20, and Viktor is a korĵed and a half; b) Viktor and Renata would both be away often and for long periods for Darrien, and Tera would be gone for various frequencies and durations following the tournaments.
On 29 Makako 280 Renata had Lyndsey Katherine Kavaliro-Blue, the family’s first of many children together.
Near Spring Fest that year Tera met and began dating (and falling in love with) a vetaredi named Ruragak Tvilg’kirst Sullockalonesk, a quiet and thoughtful Kivanian man. They were married in Gadmeso 281
In 284 the family was grieving the assumed death of Viktor, who was fighting along with Renata and the rest of Darrien’s Daggers to end the Dichidian Expansion when she discovered a minor miracle had occurred: she was pregnant with Rur’s child.
It should be noted that, as a human race, Kivanians and Humans can interbreed and the successful offspring are normally fertile (fewer than 3 in 10000 such births are sterile) but due to the dramatic differences in Kivanian and Human circulatory and respiratory systems there is a very high rate of miscarriage within the early stages of the first trimester, though once past this hurdle no more children are born with significant issues than in normal Kivanian/Kivanian or Human/Human pairings. Put another way, she’d known the man for only 3 years and had already conceived a child with him, that survived to be noticed, a rather remarkable detail.
The child was born, a daughter, Rialanna Nahirim Sullockalonesk-Evans on 11 Vendredo 284 just a korva and a half after Viktor had returned to them from his captivity.
At that point Tera retired from her far flung tournament fighting and joined the Delthakk vetaredi.
The family would have more children; thirty children for her family in total not counting their various spice.
Georgia and Crystabel, Tera’s second pregnancy and first with twins was one that started out a bit troublesome. Tera had learnt with Rialanna that her morning sickness and other unpleasant early pregnancy symptoms were a bit worse than average; it was exponentially worse with twins. She made it through, and the girls were born.
In 296 Salandra Leah Sullokalonesk-Evans was born, making her second child by Rur. Later she would have yet another, Aldrick, showing a remarkable fertility with her markedly exotic husband.
On 21 Kvara 298 Tera would become Delthakk’s Taredĵo and has been serving in this capacity since.
303 saw the last children Tera would ever have with any Human man with the birth of yet another pair of twins, Yvonne and Daphne. She has become convinced that she can only have single births with Rur especially as Renata has had twins with both Lance and Viktor (as well as quadruplets). While Renata’s multiples have all been fraternal, and Tera while fully aware the difference she points out that hyperemesis is perfect justification for illogical paranoia.
Most recently she has conceived two more daughters, one by long time best friend and lover, Renata, and one to her. Arianna Hashrad Evans-Kavaliro and Arcielle Viona Kavaliro-Evans.
Complete list of children:
Virginia Lily Bishop-Cedaris ❦ 18 Vendredo 274†‡
Lyndsey Katherine Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 29 Makako 280
Seán Garbhán Julian Ó Neill ❦ 30 Gadmeso 280†
Tomás Finnén Ó Neill ❦ 24 Okona 282†
Ráichéal Ciara Muire Canadien-Ó Neill ❦ 16 Dekdua 284†‡
Rialanna Nahirim Sullockalonesk-Evans ❦ 11 Vendredo 284
Sarah Anvi Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 7 Ĵaudo 287
Sven Matthias Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 15 Kvina 288
Merideth Cynthia Feldhaus-Kavaliro ❦ 5 Kvina 289‡
Richard Samuel Kavaliro Reddige ❦ 5 Kvina 289
Georgia Ellen Blue-Evans ❦ 26 Gadmeso 290
Crystabel Darlene Evans-Blue ❦ 26 Gadmeso 290
Krisverin Elias Sullockalonesk-Kavaliro ❦ 10 Kvina 292
Catrina Lillian Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 4 Unua 294
Kayden Lonari Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 4 Unua 294
Drucilla Allison Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 4 Unua 294
Veronica Juliet Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 4 Unua 294
Salandra Leah Sullokalonesk-Evans ❦ 12 Ĵaudo 296
Courtney Evelyn Reddige ❦ 13 Feino 300
Aldrick Kavhain Sullockalonesk-Evans ❦ 22 Makako 301
James Dorian Reddige ❦ 13 Mirtelo 303
Yvonne Salena Evans-Blue ❦ 28 Vendredo 303
Daphne Sylvia Evans-Blue ❦ 28 Vendredo 303
Arthur Lawrence Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 8 Kvara 304
Elizabeth Danielle Kavaliro-Blue ❦ 8 Kvara 304
Amelia Marissa Reddige ❦ 20 Vendredo 305
Kylan Diaséim-Blue ❦ 1 Feino 305
Arianna Hashrad Evans-Kavaliro ❦ 9 Unua 309
Arcielle Viona Kavaliro-Evans ❦ 19 Ĵaudo 309
Rysia Diaséim-Blue ❦ 6 Dekdua 309
† Child by a relationship that precedes meeting Tera.
‡ Married name.
Posted in People | Tagged Delthakk Province, Evans, Kivanian, martial arts, Milky Way, NenEG, Nento Exaoni Gach, Rur, Sweytz, Taredĵo, Tera, Tera Evans, Virginia
Professor Serena Cole
Posted on 1 January 2012 by J. M. Brink
Bithdate: 26 Okkono 287
Birthplace: Dublin, District of Ireland, Republic of Earth, Terran Confederation, Milky Way
Current Residence: Outside of Ptholid Village, Namenlose Province, Sweytz, Sweytizan Alliance, Milky Way
Biography: Serena was born to Irishwoman Coleen Cole neé Brennan and Englishman Thomas Cole and is the youngest of three children.
From an early age Serena showed a remarkable talent for mathematics and memory. She was certified a genius, a lightning calculator, and shown to have a photographic memory when given her pre-kindergarden examninations by Beueau of Education officials at age four.
When she was six years old her parents moved to Sweytz because they had ben contracted to build a replica of a great historic monument in one of that planet’s provinces. Over the ensuing years her parents were working on that and numerous other projects that were requested of them while they lived on that world Serena found herslef excelling in academics and even was enroled in the formost university of the region, Delthakk University, at age eleven.
At this same time her parents were preparing to return to Earth. Serena elected to stay behind and was left the house her parents had designed and constructed and in the care of their neighbours and a very powerful household computer servent affectionately dubbed Cici. In another three years she’d earned a Professorship in mathematics and physics through various discoveries regarding the shape and nature of wormholes and the completely new field of mathematics she’d developed to describe her findings.
Her findings have led to a great deal of debate in academic circles, though it cannot be denied that her calculations do work very well to describe all known natural wormholes and accurately predict all issues that had been encountered in any attempt to generate one artificially. The debate largely has to do with her findings regarding the nature of time, history, how wormholes function with regards to this dynamic and complex model of time, and her expanding hyperspace by a full dozen dimensions beyond the usual accepted.
In Dekdua of Sweytzian year 306 she married the young dancer, and a childhood friend, Georgia Ellen Blue-Evans and together they now have twin daughters Kaelee Ginger Cole-Evans and Dejah Fiona Evans-Cole who were born in Ĵaudo of 307.
Posted in People | Tagged Cole, Dublin, Earth, Human, Ireland, Milky Way, People, Professor, Serena, Sweytz, Wormholes
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Dundee Waterfront has been named as Scotland’s best place in a public poll.
It was one of 10 finalists in a competition run by the town planning association RTPI Scotland in association with the Scottish Government.
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[2792] Malaysian dystopia coming true
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Post date Wednesday, August 26 2015
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Some dystopian science fictions rest on absurd premises.
Terry Gilliam’s Brazil is a statist world of paperwork. There is a form to fill up for everything you do. The story begins with a naming mistake in a government ministry.
Instead of Tuttle printed on the warrant, it was Buttle. That leads to the arrest and the eventual death of an innocent man the authority believed was a terrorist.
When a person discovers that the authority had the wrong person, everybody else refuses to correct or even admit the mistake for fear of having to face the impossible mountains of paperwork. And so the bureaucracy covers it up rather.
Mistakes or not, the bureaucracy is always right. Adherence to the system is so paramount that any attempt to rectify the error is an act of rebellion against the state. The state, meanwhile, does not look kindly on rebellion.
George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four is more ominous than Brazil. While people of Gilliam’s world are free as long as they fill their forms correctly, Orwell’s is a totalitarian universe with the one party controlling every facet of your life.
The truth is whatever the government ”• the Big Brother ”• says. The government rewrites history however it sees fit. If anybody has a different opinion or remembers history differently, the government will put him through a special rehabilitation program to change his or her mind, forcefully.
There are other brilliantly absurd dystopian works out there.
These absurdities are fictions only to a healthy civilized society when the government is decent. We can laugh at these fictions because they are entertainingly absurd and so far removed from reality.
But the farther down the hole we are from a decent government, the less fictional these absurdities become. In them lie the seeds of truth.
Whenever I think of Malaysia today, my mind wanders to these old dystopian science fictions. I sigh at the ridiculousness of our situation that might as well be the target of mocking and satire of these works.
Our very own Big Brother (is he Ah Jib Gor?) proclaimed back when 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) was established that the fund was the centerpiece to his transformation.
It would help to create a new financial center for Kuala Lumpur. It would help reform the power sector. It would push Malaysia into the dreamy First World list.
Drive by the long Jalan Tun Razak, you will read the pretentious phrase ”For a Greater Kuala Lumpur” printed on aluminum hoarding surrounding the prime land 1MDB bought so cheaply from the government. ”1MDB is strong,” the government said.
Today, financial troubles and corruption scandals beset the fund. The strong 1MDB now is in need of government support to survive. The financial center stands unbuilt. The power authority is scrambling to meet Malaysia’s future energy demand because 1MDB failed to build the necessary power plants despite winning the tenders. Amid all this, the government is trying to convince us all that 1MDB is too small compared to the Malaysian economy. ”The fund is inconsequential now,” they claimed.
It took four to five years to change the storyline from it’s-a-big-thing to it-doesn’t-matter. One should be forgiven for not noticing the changing deceit told over such a long period.
But another episode is more shocking. Only a person of dulled senses and soft mind would not notice it.
Remember when all of those corruption allegations backed by various leaked documents implicating 1MDB, the prime minister and several other individuals first came out? They were tampered documents, the government said. The implicit defense was that the allegations were untrue.
Now, as the official government story goes, the money transfer did happen and the accounts did exist. All that was an all-legal multibillion-ringgit donation from someone unnamed. Suddenly, it was all true. Meanwhile, everybody who seems to be trying to right the wrong is arrested.
So, what about those tampered documents? The government is silent on that, instead preferring to talk about political donation reform, which by the way UMNO the ruling party itself rejected while blaming the Opposition for the reform failure. Such is the prevalence of doubletalk in Malaysia.
That blatant defense change happened in the pages of Nineteen Eighty-Four. The fascist party said ”We’ve always been at war with Eurasia.” The masses nodded and they understood they had always been friends with Eastasia.
Suddenly at the same event, the party said ”We’ve always been at war with Eastasia,” The masses were oblivious to the switch in name and nodded dutifully.
We have already that one party, the volte-face, a hint of corrupt bureaucracy along with the inane rationale and excuses today. It is up to us Malaysians to not nod lest Malaysia becomes these dystopias tomorrow.
First published in The Malay Mail on August 7 2015.
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MADE IN BRAZIL IS PRESENTING EIGHT NEW MALE MODELS WHO ARE MAKING THEIR DEBUT THIS SEASON AT SÃO PAULO FASHION WEEK #43. HERE IS PART 2, WITH FOUR MORE NEWCOMERS, PHOTOGRAPHED IN THEIR OWN CLOTHES.
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RAUL BARBOSA
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HOW WERE YOU DISCOVERED? ON THE STREET IN SÃO PAULO.
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HOW WERE YOU DISCOVERED? WENT TO THE AGENCY.
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AGE 16, FROM CURITIBA, PR.
HOW WERE YOU DISCOVERED? BY A SCOUTER IN MY HOMETOWN, WHO SENT ME DIRECTLY TO SÃO PAULO.
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Foreign Delegates Visit Singapore Schools And Attend Workshop By MC Online
With its impressive reputation as the Number 1 e-learning solutions provider in the Philippines, Marshall Cavendish Online (MC Online) recently organised a workshop and two school visits for a group of eminent Filipino school leaders that allowed them to have an in-depth view of the ICT-integrated curriculum adopted by schools in Singapore.
From 16th to 17th May 2013, 33 delegates, consisting of superintendents, presidents, executive directors, and National Board Members from 31 schools in the Philippines were able to experience how MC Online’s premier digital innovations enhance the ICT practices used in schools, and enrich learning for students. With over 150 schools in the Philippines already actively integrating MC Online’s learning solutions with their curriculum, the school leaders were eager to learn the reason behind the prevalence of our solutions in their country.
The delegates were given a warm welcome by Dr Tay Hui Yong, Vice Principal of NYGH (second from right) and Mr Paul Tan Tah Wah, NYGH’s HOD of ICT (extreme right) during their first school visit to NYGH
The participants started their learning journey with a visit to Nanyang Girls’ High School (NYGH), where they were given an overview of the elite school’s ICT practices. Mr Paul Tan Tah Wah, NYGH’s HOD of ICT illustrated the school’s approach to an extended classroom that went beyond the four walls, and the flexibility with which ICT allowed teachers to work in. He also elaborated on the school’s 1-1 computing programme in which students are each given an iPad to learn with, and showed video examples of the students using the devices. As the only school in Singapore using iPads to facilitate 21st century learning, the school visit to NYGH was imperative in providing the delegates with useful tips and knowledge on how to implement similar programmes in their schools.
Mr Paul Tan explained his school’s concept of 21st century learning to the delegates and elaborated with video-recorded lessons of students learning using ICT
A tour of the school enabled the delegates with the knowledge of the facilities needed to support a 21st century learning environment and was undoubtedly a great learning opportunity for them.
Delegates were given a tour of the school and were able to experience NYGH’s 21st century learning environment firsthand
The next day, the participants visited MC Online’s headquarters at Times Centre for a workshop highlighting the technology-enabled learning framework in Singapore schools, and the role MC Online plays in providing the support and infrastructure to help schools establish this framework. The informative learning session, led by Mr Jasmond Ng, MC Online’s Assistant General Manager of Sales & Marketing, allowed the delegates to see why MC Online’s solutions have been such a remarkable success in the Philippines.
Participants paid close attention during the workshop, and gained many valuable insights and ideas on integrating ICT into curriculum
The participants were then brought to West View Primary School (WVPS) where Mdm Rashidah Abdul Rasip, Principal of WVPS welcomed the delegates and gave them an overview of the school. Mdm Ngiam Wee Heng, WVPS’ HOD of ICT followed with an outline of the school’s journey and outcome of innovating with ICT. Two precocious students even gave the delegates a pleasant surprise by showing them an award-winning invention they had designed themselves.
Mdm Rashidah Abdul Rasip, Principal of WVPS, gave the delegates a rousing welcome to WVPS
WVPS’ HOD of ICT, Mdm Ngiam highlighted some of the results of the school’s ICT practices before having 2 students give a short presentation to the delegates
The participants were then brought around the school where they got to experience the school’s ICT practices for themselves during science and English lessons. Students in the science class were each given tablets and assigned tasks to complete both individually and in small groups. The delegates were impressed by how engaged the primary school students were when working on the tablets, and were especially taken with how both collaborative and independent learning could be carried out when using the mobile devices.
A science lesson using tablets enabled students to engage both in individual assignments, and collaborative work with their peers
The delegates also participated in an English lesson conducted in a computer lab where they observed students using computers to complete assignments on MC Online’s portal after watching online videos and animations. The students’ attentiveness during the lesson amazed the delegates considerably, and inspired many of them to consider carrying out similar implementations in their own schools.
Delegates observed an English lesson held in a computer lab in which students used web tools and media to complete assignments on MC Online’s portal
The 2-day session was an extremely fruitful one for the delegates. “This was a really good session!” said one of the delegates when commenting on the valuable insights he had gained from the workshop and the school visits. His sentiment was echoed by many of the other participants who joined him in giving the session much positive feedback.
MC Online wishes to thank Nanyang Girls’ High School and West View Primary School for their gracious hospitality in hosting the two school visits.
Participants were extremely happy with the many useful insights they gained from the workshop and school visits
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Replacing Misandry: A Revolutionary History of Men. By Paul Nathanson and Katherine K. Young. Chicago: McGill-Queens University Publishing, 2015. 223 pages. No price on book but Amazon.com gives price as $34.95. Review by J. Steven Svoboda.
Canadian academics Paul Nathanson and Katherine K. Young have released their fourth book out of a projected total of five in a series of books all to date bearing the word “misandry” in the title. The authors form an excellent, incisive writing team. Being Canadian sometimes seems to offer them a different perspective than American observers might have. Their books have filled a needed niche in men’s rights literature. Nathanson and Young have a calm, measured tone to their writing, carefully assembling facts, giving feminism its due on those (rare) occasions when it may arguably deserve it. But at the same time the authors are quite fed up with the highly differential (to say the least) treatment that men and women have been receiving lately. They are and for many years now have been hopping mad, in a buttoned-down, academic sort of sense, and their books represent the happy outcome of their passion. (I had the pleasure of meeting them both in a conference in Washington, DC at which they and I presenter in 2007 and they both left an indelible impression on me!)
This particular book examines “the increasing inability of boys and men to create or sustain a healthy collective identity… that is distinctive, necessary, and therefore publicly valued.” Without such an identity, all too often males end of dropping out of one of more of school, society, and even life itself, or attacking society in the mistaken (but understandable) belief that a negative identity is better than no identity.
The authors sketch for us an overview of life thousands of years ago. Men were the big game hunters, a role best suited to them because of their greater upper body strength and endurance as well as their lack of limitations imposed by gestation and lactation. Women gathered crops As states (countries) came into existence, men were more appropriate for such tasks as irrigation projects, trading in foreign lands, and so on, while women also had their valued roles.
The authors provide an authoritative overview of how different historical cultures—in somewhat different ways–created unique roles for men and women, implicitly validating the importance of both sexes. Nathanson and Young do not shy away from the politically inconvenient fact, for example, that the highest status women were released from the necessity of working by the money their husbands were able to earn for them. Similarly, but not identically, the highest status men tended to be men whose work involved “their minds or at least their hands instead of their muscles.”
During earlier historical periods, armies tended to comprise paid soldiers, whereas in the nineteenth century the idea evolved of subjecting all men to military conscription and “legitimat[ing] that institution in philosophical, theological, or even scientific terms.”
The authors are to be congratulated for exploring some now almost forgotten (but remembered by me from my childhood) phenomena such as the television show Father Knows Best and the mockery it has earned for its “supposedly ludicrous or even mendacious proposition that fathers might actually have a distinctive and important function in family life.” In the sad words of Nathanson and Young, “Nothing much changed over the next five or six decades except for the lack of any replacement for Jim Anderson.”
Nathanson and Young include a crisp analysis of the startling, in retrospect, changes society underwent in its view of abortion aka choice. Focusing on “a woman’s right to choose” led pretty quickly to a situation where, “He had no legal say whatsoever… even though the birth of a child would affect him both legally and financially for many years or even for decades—a problem that sperm donors, too, have encountered.” Lest we move on from this point too quickly, the authors underscore it: “From this point of view, the conception, birth, and rearing of children were strictly women’s business. And that was more than an opinion; it had become the law. Fathers no longer had any say at all concerning the ultimate fate of their children. “They had hardly any say even about the custody of their living children.) In some jurisdictions, women no longer had to inform them of pregnancies. Once women decided on their own to give birth, of course, they still expected fathers to take financial responsibility for the resulting children. And the law supported this expectation….” The authors draw a striking parallel between the power of American mothers in the post-Roe v. Wade world and ancient Roman patriarchs: “The main difference was that ancient Roman society allowed fathers to kill infants and modern American society allowed mothers to kill fetuses” [emphasis in original]. In the end, Nathanson and Young somewhat inevitably and very lamentably conclude, “The message to men, beginning in the 1970s, was clear: fatherhood was now not only irrelevant but also a potential liability” [emphasis in original]. The authors go on to analyze more extreme groups such as FINRRAGE, which explicitly exclude men from any control whatsoever of their own human reproduction.
Paul Nathanson and Katherine K. Young, two now senior academics, one a gay man and the other obviously a woman, have really done a service for all of us but perhaps especially for all straight men. They have told a simple story, honestly, directly, with footnotes to back it up. And yet it is a story that all too often does not get heard. And the best of both worlds in that it has the reliability of academics and the accessibility of a novel. Three cheers! Don’t miss this fine book. And while you are at it, you might also consider going back and reading the three outstanding books that preceded it, Spreading Misandry: The Teaching of Contempt for Men in Popular Culture, Legalizing Misandry: From Public Shame to Systematic Discrimination Against Men, and Sanctifying Misandry: Goddess Ideology and the Fall of Man.
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Review - A Skeleton in the Family
We begin October with a new paranormal cozy series featuring a walking, talking skeleton. Leigh Perry is a pseudonym for Toni L.P. Kelner, of the former "Where are They Now?" series (review click here.) We were fortunate to interview Ms. Kelner not long ago (click here.)
Author: Leigh Perry
Copyright: Sept 2013 (Berkley) 304 pgs
Series: 1st in A Family Skeleton mystery series
Sensuality: kissing
Mystery Sub-genre: Cozy with a touch of paranormal
Main Characters: Dr. Georgia Thackery, Adjunct English professor
Setting: Modern day, McQuaid Univeristy in Pennycross (Western) Massachusetts
Obtained Through: Publisher for an honest review
Georgia is a single mother who shuffles between college adjunct teaching jobs since she hasn't been one of the fortunate to get a tenured position. She is back in Pennycross staying at her parent's house and starting a new adjunct teaching job. Her life is busy, but average...except for the the "ambulatory skeleton" named Sid that she grew up with. Since she was six years old and Sid came to her rescue, the Thackery family has had Sid "living" with them. Sid is glad to have Georgia back home and resume their amigo relationship. Georgia's teen girl, Madison, is into manga and is excited to attend a manga convention called Mangachusetts. Sid devises a costume that will allow him to go to the convention as Lord Death and have a little fun.
Everything works perfectly and nobody realizes that a ghostly skeleton was among them. But Sid recognized a woman from his life before he awoke all bones. Dr. Kirkland is the only clue to who Sid may have been when he was breathing. So Georgia and Sid go about investigating who Sid had been, and find Dr. Kirkland murdered...and evidence that Sid was murdered too. Now, they are trying to find the killer out of self-preservation.
Georgia is one of the few "mom" characters that I really enjoy. She is smart, fun, responsible, and loyal. She isn't too chatty as a narrator either. Sid, the family skeleton, is a unique and fresh character and a delightful side-kick. He is a ghostly skeleton who loves puns and one-liners, reads voraciously, and loves The Nightmare Before Christmas. He is the best friend providing moral support to Georgia, like when she was facing being a single parent. I grew fond of the character quickly and wanted to see him happy. That is an accomplishment with a skeleton! Madison is an enjoyable child with a low drama factor and is reasonable. Thank You! Dorothy, Georgia's sister, has a bad attitude that I didn't care for, but does speak to family dynamics in general. Fletcher Wildman is a Journalism adjunct and reporter who is the romantic interest in the story. Fletcher gets mixed reviews for being a stereotypical reporter. There is Dr. Kirkland's dog, an Akita named Byron, who joins the ragtag little family as well. Dr. Charles Peyton is a "dapper" history professor and old friend of Georgia's who I loved and hope he gets more than a bit part in the next novel.
The small college town of Pennycross is the setting, which has McQuaid Univeristy and also Joshua Tay University. The colleges have room to be developed in subsequent novels since this book mainly utilized the prejudice against adjunct teachers and the pressure of doctoral dissertations.
The plot is solid for a debut: find out how Sid became a skeleton with evidence of a head trauma and knife wound. He has no memories of his life but recognizes a Joshua Tay University professor. That is the starting point and the avenues for investigation are logical. The pacing remains steady and light with information revealed piece-meal.
The climax was dramatic - my thanks. The killer was kept hidden until the very end, and while hints were given in a general sense, this isn't like a traditional mystery with a laundry list of suspects to eliminate. The wrap-up provides closure for an important element of the story and sets up the next novel nicely.
This is a great paranormal cozy with plenty of humor, mystery, and a smidgen of romance culminating in a light, enjoyable, and quirky debut novel.
Here is a musical clip from the Corpse Bride featuring some singing and dancing skeletons.
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Why Social Media May Not Be Right For You
I was recently asked whether, if I had to make the choice, would I choose to work in just SEO or social media. Without any hesitation I answered SEO. In the current climate it’s obviously more accountable and seems a more obvious choice to me for brands looking to make reduced marketing budgets go further. […]
Ciarán Norris on November 25, 2008 at 2:14 pm
I was recently asked whether, if I had to make the choice, would I choose to work in just SEO or social media. Without any hesitation I answered SEO. In the current climate it’s obviously more accountable and seems a more obvious choice to me for brands looking to make reduced marketing budgets go further. (Although the Financial Times makes a very good argument that brands should actually invest in marketing during a recession rather than reduce spend). Luckily I don’t have to make a choice but I think it highlights something that we in the digital marketing industry are often guilty of – assuming that what works for us will work for everyone.
We’ve all seen it – the examples of how small businesses should be using Twitter or how brands should be spending hours scouring social networks to pick up on any sort of negative comment. Whilst I actually often agree with these sorts of sentiments I think that in the extreme they can be dangerous as they suggest that what works for one brand will work for all of them.
To give you an example of what I mean let me tell you about something that Pepsi did recently. In a rather bizarre campaign, that some are excusing because it marks their first foray into the realm of social media marketing (something I find hard to believe of a brand of its size & target audience), they sent three packages to 25 select bloggers.
The packages were delivered over the course of an hour: the first 2 contained cans with logos that had been used in the past, whilst the final one contained the latest design. Presumably the idea was to get people talking about the new logo but it didn’t go quite as planned.
One of the bloggers involved detailed three reasons why he thought the campaign didn’t quite work:
Apparently sending stuff to bloggers is sooooo 2006.
He felt that they should have looked to reach out to brand evangelists rather than ‘influencers’
Rather than throwing money at the campaign (which they obviously did as the cans were delivered by courier!) they should spend time in building relationships.
Now I appreciate that these suggestions, which in many ways make a lot of sense, are aimed at one particular campaign and whilst I kind of agree with them in some ways I think they also highlight how for some brands social media simply won’t be right (I hasten to add I don’t think that’s the case for Pepsi).
Sending stuff to bloggers might not be a new idea but it can still work. It’s a PR staple and in the event of a lack of a great creative hook (which I’ll come back to later) is one of the best ways of getting people to talk about a product. If you ask me Pepsi’s mistake wasn’t sending product to bloggers it was choosing what appear to be very niche bloggers – surely they should be thinking big.
There’s no doubt that there are undoubtedly people who love Pepsi and with the right message Pepsi should undoubtedly be contacting them. But if, again, you lack a creative message, or if your product simply isn’t the type to elicit evangelism (what we would define as the difference between a cultural and non-cultural brand) then trying to get people with a ready made audience to discuss your product will be easier than trying to elicit a fervour that simply isn’t there
For many brands the rewards available from social media simply don’t warrant the investment of thousands, hundreds or even tens of man-hours. In these instances having a clearly defined budget & ROI for a campaign often make more sense than trying to build these relationships.
Now for me Pepsi is a cultural brand, and one that should be able to utilise social media to great effect. Its real mistake seems to have been a lack of amazing creative which would really get their evangelists talking: you’ve got a new logo? Wow. Someone pass the Red Bull Cola – I’m struggling to stay awake. You’ve built something really cool, that I can really relate to, and which I can share online? Awesome. Where do I sign up?
However for those brands which lack Pepsi’s inherent cachet, those non-cultural brands again, this is going to be a lot harder and this is when social media simply might not be the right channel to take. And if it is, it’s likely to be with a campaign much like the one described (though done much better of course) where you simply treat social media like any other media channel (though one with new rules) and work to build online PR. And if that means sending someone your product, hey, it works.
Just make sure the recipient is going to be in when you do.
Ciarán is the SEO & Social Media Director for British integrated online marketing agency Altogether Digital. He joined Altogether after working in online marketing for 7 years at two of the UK’s biggest publishing companies in roles covering everything from branding to online PR to, obviously, search. The Let’s Get Social column appears Tuesdays at Search Engine Land.
Opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and not necessarily Search Engine Land. Staff authors are listed here.
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What Are The 5 Survival Games To Play Similarly As Rust?
September 22, 2020 October 10, 2020 BrianComment(0)
While playing for any adventurous game, one of the most important things is survival. For experiencing the fight feeling, it is required for you to survive for a longer time so that it will increase your winning chances as well as you will last longer in the game. If you are looking for survival games, then there are a lot of games acquired here. Through these games, you will get the minimum amount of resources through which living in the environment while playing the game will become easier for you.
These games have been represented as a massive online game through which you will be able to form alliances for your survival while playing. Also, in the lower section, you will be going to read some information about games that are based on survival. Choose the game which is apocopate, and you seek your interest in it.
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Survival evolved ARK: if you are exploring for a survival game, then it is a beneficial and an appropriate option for you to consider out a rust survival game. As a reason, there are a lot of notable options provided for an individual to play the game. Such that here you will explore that a lot of servers are dedicated through which riding dinosaurs as well as building houses will become easier. There are several other alternatives that are also formed while playing out this game, which is evolving survival through human species.
Minecraft: considering this game is one of the most popular and famous games of all time. As a reason, here, you will see that this is a single-player game, which is a best-selling game and the functionally generated as a multiplayer game too. For getting your ultimate survival mode, all you need to access and defeat with creepers, ender men, mobs as well as spiders.
Sub Nautica: if you are finding a generic survival game, then considering the option of this game will become beneficial for you. as a reason, here you need to focus on building structure as well as relaxing with the marine and exploring through all the depths. By leading and focusing on all these options, you will be able to drive a submarine here and forming your survival.
PUBG: one of the most popular games where you will also be able to form playerunknown’s battlegrounds cheap account. Its an online survival game that provides you the opportunity to play the game as a solo, duo, and in groups. It is a highly interesting and massive online game that provides a lot of opportunities to you. The main objective is to survive until last by acquiring your target of killing enemies.
Green hell: this game is a survival-based game such that you need to focus appropriately while playing this game because you will get a score if you survive for a longer time duration.
All five interesting survival games are listed in the above section so that you can focus on each and every term in an appropriate way.
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Josh’s Baptism – September 30, 2018
“The Problem with Living Sacrifices”
Sunday Sermon – “The Problem with Living Sacrifices” presented by: Jamison Malcom (9/30/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Sharing is Caring” presented by: Julio Areas (9/16/2018)
“God’s Sovereign Plan”
Sunday Sermon – “God’s Sovereign Plan” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/9/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “It’s Your Choice” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/2/2018)
“Believe it, Speak it, Live it”
Sunday Sermon – “Believe it, Speak it, Live it” presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/26/2018)
“We Get A Choice”
Sunday Sermon – “We Get A Choice” presented by: Steve Ampersand (8/19/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Listen” presented by: Corey Stuck (8/12/2018)
“In Remembrance of Me”
Sunday Sermon – “In Remembrance of Me” presented by: Ethan Powers (8/5/2018)
“Forgive Us Our Sins”
Sunday Sermon – “Forgive Us Our Sins” presented by: Allan Abeleda (7/29/2018)
“Lead Us Not Into Temptation”
Sunday Sermon – “Lead Us Not Into Temptation” presented by: Julio Areas (7/22/2018)
“Forgive Us”
Sunday Sermon – “Forgive Us” presented by: Allan Abeleda (7/15/2018)
“A Hunger For God”
Sunday Sermon – “A Hunger For God” presented by: Glenn Geeting (7/8/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Your Kingdom Come” presented by: Dacio Moraes (7/1/2018)
“Hallowed Be Your Name”
Sunday Sermon – “Hallowed Be Your Name” presented by: Eddie Mayes (6/24/2018)
Trevor’s Baptism
“Shameless Audacity”
Sunday Sermon – “Shameless Audacity” presented by: Allan Abeleda (6/17/2018)
“Transition: Be Strong and Courageous”
Sunday Sermon – “Transition: Be Strong and Courageous” presented by: Allan Abeleda (6/10/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Doves and Pigeons” presented by: Chip Mitchell (6/3/2018)
“Relentless Faith”
Sunday Sermon – “Relentless Faith” presented by: Julio Areas (5/27/2018)
“Keep Following Me”
Sunday Sermon – “Keep Following Me” presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/20/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “You’re Invited” presented by: Allan Abeleda (5/13/2018)
“Who Said So”
Sunday Sermon – “Who Said So” presented by: Josh Byrd (5/6/2018)
“The Thirteenth Apostle”
Sunday Sermon – “The Thirteenth Apostle” presented by: Clayton Walker (4/29/2018)
“Loving Jesus Leads to the Cross”
Sunday Sermon – “Loving Jesus Leads to the Cross” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/15/2018)
“After The Resurrection–Now What?”
Sunday Sermon – “After The Resurrection–Now What?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/8/2018)
“Easter Lesson”
Easter Sermon – “Easter Lesson” (4/1/2018)
“Who’s Your Daddy?”
Sunday Sermon – “Who’s Your Daddy?” presented by: Jukio Areas (3/425/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Led by the Spirit” presented by: Clayton Walker (3/11/2018)
“Praying in the Spirit”
Sunday Sermon – “Praying in the Spirit” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/4/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Walking in the Spirit” presented by: Allan Abeleda (2/25/2018)
“Present Suffering and Future Glory”
Sunday Sermon – “Present Suffering and Future Glory” presented by: Steve Ampersand (2/4/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “Follow The Leader” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/28/2018)
Sunday Sermon – “”The Struggle” presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/21/2018)
“Your Allegiance?”
Sunday Sermon – “Your Allegiance?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/7/2018)
“Grace Sets Us Free”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace Sets Us Free” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/31/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “Mary, Did You Know?” presented by: Glenn Geeting (12/24/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “This is Us” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/17/2017)
“The Promise By Grace”
Sunday Sermon – “The Promise By Grace” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/3/2017)
“So That It May Be By Grace”
Sunday Sermon – “So That It May Be By Grace” presented by: Steve Ampersand (11/26/2017)
“Grace is At Work and Not You”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace is At Work and Not You” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/19/2017)
“God is Just and We Are Not”
Sunday Sermon – “God is Just and We Are Not” presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/12/2017)
“Sincere Grace”
Sunday Sermon – “Sincere Grace” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/5/2017)
“You Are Not Better Than Them”
Sunday Sermon – “You Are Not Better Than Them” presented by: Angel Capellan (10/29/2017)
“Monsters Inside of Me”
Sunday Sermon – “Monsters Inside of Me” presented by: Allan Abeleda (10/8/2017)
“Grace Calls”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace Calls” presented by: Allan Abeleda (10/8/2017)
“Grace Through The Ages”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace Through The Ages” presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/1/2017)
“Pure in Purpose”
State College Sunday Sermon – “Pure in Purpose” presented by: Chip Mitchell (9/24/2017)
“Caught By Grace”
Sunday Sermon – “Caught By Grace” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/17/2017)
“Grace is Jesus in You”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace is Jesus in You” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/10/2017)
“Grace: Safety Net or Hammock?”
Sunday Sermon – “Grace: Safety Net or Hammock?” presented by: Steve Ampersand (9/3/2017)
“Kingdom Spirit”
Sunday Sermon – “Kingdom Spirit” presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/27/2017)
“Be Appreciative”
Sunday Sermon – “Be Appreciative” presented by: Angel Capellan (8/20/2017)
“Enter The Narrow Door With Repentance”
Sunday Sermon – “Enter The Narrow Door With Repentance” presented by: Dacio Moraes (8/13/2017)
Purity Workshop
PURITY WORKSHOP presented by: Neil and Cheryl Rondorf (7/2/2017)
“Forgiveness = The Kingdom of God”
Sunday Sermon – “Forgiveness = The Kingdom of God” presented by: Allan Abeleda (8/6/2017)
“Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven”
Sunday Sermon – “Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven” presented by: Allan Abeleda (7/30/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “The Kingdom of God” presented by: Jeremy Young and Nick Moraes (7/23/2017)
Emily’s Baptism
Emily’s Baptism (7/16/2017)
“Party in My Father’s House and You’re Invited”
Sunday Sermon – “”Party in My Father’s House and You’re Invited”” presented by: Allan Abeleda (7/16/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “Thy Kingdom Come” presented by: Tony Millet (7/9/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “Belonging” presented by: Glenn Geeting (7/2/2017)
“Pure in Heart”
Sunday Sermon – “Pure in Heart” presented by: Neil Rondorf (6/25/2017)
“Respected, Neglected, Rejected”
Sunday Sermon – “Respected, Neglected, Rejected” presented by: Steve Ampersand (6/18/2017)
“I Got a Secret”
Sunday Sermon – “I Got a Secret” presented by: Allan Abeleda (6/11/2017)
Olivia’s Baptism
Olivia’s Baptism (6/4/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “All In” presented by: Jamison Malcolm (6/4/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “Knock Knock” presented by: Eddie Mayes (5/28/2017)
“Proclaim God’s Kingdom”
Sunday Sermon – “Proclaim God’s Kingdom” presented by: Allan Abeleda (5/21/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “For Such a Time as This” presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/14/2017)
“Martha-plexy”
Sunday Sermunion – “Martha-plexy” presented by: Allan Abeleda with Kendra Abeleda(5/7/2017)
“What is Your Why?”
Sunday Sermon – “What is Your Why?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/30/2017)
“Saul’s Conversion”
HOUSE CHURCH Sunday Sermon – “Saul’s Conversion” presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/23/2017)
“Insane in the Membrane”
Sunday Sermon – “Insane in the Membrane” presented by: Kurt Flinchbaugh (4/9/2017)
“It Begins with The Spirit”
Sunday Sermon – “It Begins with The Spirit” presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/2/2017)
The Battle is for Real
Sunday Sermon – “The Battle is for Real” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/26/2017)
“Are You Listening?”
Sunday Sermon – “Are You Listening?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/19/2017)
“Marriage Pointers”
Sunday Sermon – “Marriage Pointers” presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/12/2017)
“Wake Up, Oh Sleeper”
Sunday Sermon – “Wake Up, Oh Sleeper” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/5/2017)
“In Light of God’s Love”
Sunday Sermon – “In Light of God’s Love” presented by: Angel Capellan (2/26/2017)
“Trained By The Spirit”
Sunday Sermon – “Trained By The Spirit” presented by: Allan Abeleda (2/19/2017)
“The Battle of the Mind”
Sunday Sermon – “The Battle of the Mind” presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/12/2017)
“Keep The Unity”
Sunday Sermon – “Keep The Unity” presented by: Eddie Mayes (2/5/2017)
“The Spirit of Grace”
Sunday Sermon – “The Spirit of Grace” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/29/2017)
The Mystery – Grace and Mercy
Sunday Sermon – “The Mystery – Grace and Mercy” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/22/2017)
Sunday Sermon – “Living Stones” presented by: Eddie Mayes (1/15/2017)
“Jesus: The Ultimate Paradigm Shift”
Sunday Sermon – “Jesus: The Ultimate Paradigm Shift” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/8/2017)
Niko’s Baptism
“Niko’s Baptism” – January 1, 2017 CLICK HERE for Personal Bible Studies
Sunday Sermon – “Before and After” presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/1/2017)
“Jesus is Our Light”
Saturday Christmas Eve Sermunion – “Jesus is Our Light” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/24/2016)
“Please God, Have Peace”
Sunday sermon – “Please God, Have Peace” presented by: Eddie Mayes (12/18/2016)
Sunday sermon – “The Gift That Keeps On Giving” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/11/2016)
“Bedtime Story”
Sunday sermon – “Bedtime Story” presented by: Glenn Geeting (12/4/2016)
“Close to The Cross, But Far From Christ”
Sunday sermon – “Close to The Cross, But Far From Christ” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/27/2016)
Ethan and Scott’s Baptism
“Ethan and Scott’s Baptism” – October 23, 2016 CLICK HERE for Personal Bible Studies
“Embrace The Cross”
Sunday sermon – “Embrace The Cross” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/20/2016)
“Yada, yada, yada”
Sunday sermon – “Yada, yada, yada” presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/13/2016)
“Are You a Fan or a Follower?”
Sunday sermon – “Are You a Fan or a Follower?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/6/2016)
“More Than A Concept”
Sunday sermon – “More Than A Concept” presented by: Angel Capellan (10/30/2016)
“Fan or Follower?”
Sunday sermon – “Fan or Follower?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (10/23/2016)
“But, First…”
Sunday sermon – “But, First…” presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/16/2016)
“Josh’s Baptism” – CLICK THIS LINK TO WATCH VIDEO ==> http://MountainRock.org/Joshs-Baptism – October 9, 2016 CLICK HERE for Personal Bible Studies
“Got Bread?”
Sunday sermon – “Got Bread?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (10/9/2016)
“Beyond The Looking Glass” – Women’s Day 2016 – presented by: Angie Hoover (10/8/2016)
“Chosen, Holy, and Dearly Loved”
Sunday sermon – “Chosen, Holy, and Dearly Loved” presented by: Eddie Mayes (10/2/2016)
Sunday sermon – “The Time Has Come” presented by: Nick Moraes (9/18/2016)
“The Mission of a Disciple”
Sunday sermon – “The Mission of a Disciple” presented by: Glenn Geeting (9/11/2016)
“Every Effort”
Sunday sermon – “Every Effort” presented by: Lowell Hoover (9/04/2016)
Nate’s Baptism
“Nate’s Baptism” – August 28, 2016 CLICK HERE for Personal Bible Studies
“What’s Your Motivation in Christ?”
Sunday sermon – “What’s Your Motivation in Christ?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (8/28/2016)
“Seeing the Hidden World”
Sunday sermon – “Seeing the Hidden World” presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/21/2016)
“Get God, Not Gold”
Sunday sermon – “Get God, Not Gold” presented by: Allan Abeleda (8/14/2016)
“It Takes Discipline to Win the Prize”
Sunday sermon – “It Takes Discipline to Win the Prize” presented by: Allan Abeleda (8/7/2016)
Sunday sermon – “Integrity” presented by: Dacio Moraes (7/31/2016)
“Faith to Persevere”
Sunday sermon – “Faith to Persevere” presented by: Tony Millet (7/24/2016)
“Corinne’s Baptism”
Corinne’s Baptism – July 17, 2016
Sunday sermon – “Redemption” presented by: Eddie Mayes (7/10/2016)
“The Shadow of Jesus in the Tabernacle”
Sunday sermon – “The Shadow of Jesus in the Tabernacle” presented by: Allan Abeleda (7/3/2016)
“Religion or Relationship”
Sunday sermon – “Religion or Relationship” presented by: Glenn Geeting (6/26/2016)
“This is the Main Point”
Sunday sermon – “This is the Main Point” presented by: Eddie Mayes (6/19/2016)
“The Perfect Priest”
Sunday sermon – “The Perfect Priest” presented by: Allan Abeleda (6/12/2016)
“Jesus is Greater Than Tradition”
Sunday sermon – “Jesus is Greater Than Tradition” presented by: Allan Abeleda (6/5/2016)
“The Certainty of God’s Promises”
Sunday sermon – “The Certainty of God’s Promises” presented by: Eddie Mayes (5/29/2016)
“Investing in God”
Sunday sermon – “Investing in God” presented by: Allan Abeleda (5/22/2016)
Max’s Baptism
A.J.’s Baptism
Lydia’s Baptism
“It Takes Suffering To Hope”
Sunday sermon – “Grow Up!” presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/8/2016)
Sunday sermon – “Let Us…” presented by: Allan Abeleda (5/1/2016)
“God Wants Your Heart”
Sunday sermon – “God Wants Your Heart” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/24/2016)
“Madison’s Baptism”
Sunday sermon – “Today” presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/17/2016)
“Listen to the Voice: The Holy Spirit”
Sunday sermon – “Listen to the Voice: The Holy Spirit” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/11/2016)
Brandon’s Baptism
“The Supremacy of Jesus Over Moses”
Sunday sermon – “The Supremacy of Jesus Over Moses” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/3/2015)
“Fix Your Thoughts On Jesus”
Sunday sermon – “Fix Your Thoughts On Jesus” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/27/2015)
“The Victory of Surrender”
Sunday sermon – “The Victory of Surrender” presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/20/2015)
“Christ Supremacy: The Perfect Leader”
Sunday sermon – “Christ Supremacy: The Perfect Leader” presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/14/2015)
“Jesus is Greater Than Our Problems”
Sunday sermon – “Jesus is Greater Than Our Problems” presented by: Allan Abeleda (3/6/2015)
“So What Are You Going To Do About It?”
Sunday sermon – “So What Are You Going To Do About It?” presented by: Angel Capellan (2/28/2015)
“The Supremacy of Christ”
Sunday sermon – “The Supremacy of Christ” presented by: Eddie Mayes (2/21/2015)
“Extravagant Love”
Sunday sermon – “Extravagant Love” presented by: Glenn Geeting (2/14/2015)
“His Final Word”
Sunday sermon – “His Final Word” presented by: Allan Abeleda (2/7/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Living Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/31/2015)
“Joyful Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Joyful Faith” presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/17/2015)
“Increasing Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Increasing Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/10/2015)
“Financial Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Financial Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (1/3/2015)
“Mission Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Mission Faith” presented by: Dan and Felipe Rivera (12/272015)
“A Christmas Faith”
Sunday sermon – “A Christmas Faith” presented by: Glenn Geeting (12/20/2015)
“A Reasoning Faith”
Sunday sermon – “A Reasoning Faith” presented by: Eddie Mayes (12/13/2015)
“Finish Line Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Finish Line Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (12/6/2015)
“Prayer, Fasting, Power and Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Prayer, Fasting, Power and Faith” presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/29/2015)
“Results-Measured Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Results-Measured Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/22/2015)
Radical Faith – No Other Choice
Sunday sermon – “Radical Faith – No Other Choice” presented by: Eddie Mayes (11/15/2015)
“Faith That Marveled Jesus”
Sunday sermon – “Faith That Marveled Jesus” presented by: Allan Abeleda (11/8/2015)
Sunday sermon – “God’s Promises” presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/1/2015)
“Radical Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Radical Faith” presented by: Eddie Mayes (10/25/2015)
Ryan’s Baptism
“Battle of the Mind”
Sunday sermon – “Battle of the Mind” presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/18/2015)
“The Parable of The Lost Son”
Sunday sermon – “The Parable of The Lost Son” presented by: Allan Abeleda (10/11/2015)
“The Storm is Coming”
Sunday sermon – “The Storm is Coming” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/27/2015)
“Life to the Full”
Sunday sermon – “Life to the Full” presented by: Glenn Geeting (9/20/2015)
“Blind Beggars Faith”
Sunday sermon – “Blind Beggars Faith” presented by: Allan Abeleda (9/13/2015)
“Son of Encouragement Part 2”
Sunday sermon – “Son of Encouragement Part 2” presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/30/2015)
“So, Be Humble!”
Sunday sermon – “So, Be Humble!” presented by: Dacio Moraes (8/23/2015)
“Son of Encouragement”
Sunday sermon – “Son of Encouragement!” presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/16/2015)
“The Rich Ruler”
Sunday sermon – “The Rich Ruler” presented by: Glenn Geeting, Heather Geeting & Nick Moraes (8/9/2015)
“Be a Dreamer!”
Sunday sermon – “Be a Dreamer!” presented by: Dan Rivera (8/2/2015)
“Spiritually Overweight” (Angel Capellan)
Sunday sermon – “Spiritually Overweight” presented by: Angel Capellan (7/26/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Stupid Questions” presented by: Glenn Geeting (7/19/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Courage” presented by: Dan Zachary (7/12/2015)
“Souls in Harmony – Souls in Conflict”
Sunday sermon – “Souls in Harmony – Souls in Conflict” presented by: Lowell Hoover (7/5/2015)
“What Do You Have?”
Sunday sermon – “What Do You Have?” presented by: Glenn Geeting (6/28/2015)
“The Spirit Guides Us”
Sunday sermon – “The Spirit Guides Us” presented by: Felipe Rivera (6/21/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Why Give?” presented by: Eddie Mayes (6/14/2015)
“Rely on God”
Sunday sermon – “Rely on God” presented by: Felipe Bascones (6/7/2015)
“God is Present”
Sunday sermon – “God is Present” presented by: Dacio Moraes (5/31/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Faith in Action” presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/24/2015)
Sunday sermon – “The Heat” presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/17/2015)
“Blessed Are The Persecuted”
Sunday sermon – “Blessed Are The Peacemakers” presented by: Eddie Mayes (5/10/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Blessed Are The Peacemakers” presented by: Dacio Moraes (5/3/2015)
“Blessed Are The Pure in Heart”
Sunday sermon – “Blessed Are The Pure in Heart” presented by: Dan Zackary (4/26/2015)
“God and Science”
Sunday sermon – “God and Science: The Anthropic Principle” presented by: Dan Zachary (4/24/2015)
“Blessed Are The Merciful”
Sunday sermon – “Blessed Are The Merciful” presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/12/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Satisfaction Guaranteed?” presented by: Allan Abeleda (4/12/2015)
“Paul Before Felix”
Sunday sermon – “Paul Before Felix?” presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/15/2015)
“Jesus Showed Up”
Sunday sermon – “What Must I Do To Be Saved?” presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/8/2015)
Sunday sermon – “What Must I Do To Be Saved?” presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/1/2015)
“Meaningful Mist”
Sunday sermon – “Meaningful Mist” presented by: Jamison Malcolm (2/22/2015)
“Shepherding God’s Church”
Sunday sermon – “Shepherding God’s Church” presented by: Glenn Geeting (2/15/2015)
Make Us B.O.L.D.
Sunday sermon – “Make Us B.O.L.D.” presented by: Eddie Mayes (2/8/2015)
“Evangelistic Lives”
Sunday sermon – “Evangelistic Lives” presented by: Dan Rivera (2/1/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Transformation” presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/25/2015)
“Unlocked Doors”
Sunday sermon – “Unlocked Doors” presented by: James Campbell (1/4/2015)
“Singing in Prison”
Sunday sermon – “Singing in Prison” presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/11/2015)
Allison’s Baptism
Allison’s Baptism (12/30/2014)
“Reuben and Judah”
Sunday sermon – “Reuben and Judah” presented by: Eddie Mayes (1/4/2015)
Sunday sermon – “Attitude” presented by: James Warren (12/28/2014)
Matt’s Baptism
“Emmanuel Has Come To Thee”
Sunday sermon – “The Call for Hope” presented by: Gary Jacques (12/21/2014)
“The Call for Hope”
Sunday sermon – “The Call for Hope” presented by: Dacio Moraes (12/14/2014)
Sunday sermon on Acts 15 presented by: Glenn Geeting (12/7/2014)
“The Amazing Jesus” Part 2
Sunday sermon – Christ-Centered Living Campaign – Part 4 – “The Amazing Jesus” presented by: Dacio Moraes (11/30/2014)
“Find Your Lion”
Sunday sermon – Christ-Centered Living Campaign – Part 5 – “Find Your Lion” presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/23/2014)
“The Amazing Jesus”
“The Amazing Disciple”
Sunday sermon – Christ-Centered Living Campaign – Part 3 – “The Amazing Disciple” presented by: Steve Pugh (11/9/2014)
Sunday sermon – Christ-Centered Living Campaign – Part 2 – “Getting Unstuck” presented by: Dan Rivera (11/2/2014)
“Back On Track” Part 1
Sunday sermon – Christ-Centered Living Campaign – Part 1 presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/26/2014)
“Song Worship”
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/19/2014)
Sunday Sermon presented by: Dan Rivera (10/12/2014)
“What is Communion?”
Sunday Sermunion presented by: Eddie Mayes (10/5/2014)
Sunday sermon on Acts 11 presented by: Dacio Moraes (9/28/2014)
“Inspired, Unstoppable & Undefeatable”
Sunday sermon on Acts 12 presented by: Glenn Geeting (9/21/2014)
Sunday sermon on Acts 11 presented by: Glenn Geeting (9/7/2014)
“Cornelius and Peter”
Sunday sermon on Acts 10 presented by: Glenn Geeting & Dan Rivera (8/31/2014)
Marrieds’ Class
Marrieds’ Class (8/22/2014)
“Jesus Intervenes”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (8/24/2014)
Bill’s Baptism
Bill’s Baptism (July 13, 2014)
Seek With All Your Heart
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/17/2014)
“Will You Be A Hero or a Murderer?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eldwin Santana (8/10/2014)
“Conflict, Response, Solution”
Sunday sermon presented by: Angel Capellan (8/3/2014)
Ananias and Sapphira
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (7/6/2014)
“Allowing The Holy Spirit”
“Empowered By The Holy Spirit”
Sunday sermon presented by: Dacio Rivera (6/22/2014)
“By Faith Enoch Pleased God”
Sunday sermon presented by: David Brown (6/15/2014)
“It Happened”
Sunday sermon presented by: Josh Byrd (6/8/2014)
“3 Responses To Jesus”
Sunday sermon presented by: Ryan Grubb (5/25/2014)
“Now or Never” Video Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/18/2014)
“Be Still and Know That I am God”
Women’s Day – “Be Still and Know That I am God” (Deb Anton) – Saturday, May 3, 2014
Women’s Day Opening Dance
Women’s Day (Opening Dance) – Saturday, May 3, 2014
“The Spurs”
Sunday sermon presented by: Dan Rivera & Noah Mata (5/4/2014)
“Confess To One Another”
Sunday sermon presented by: John Gaines (4/27/2014)
Forgiving One Another
Sunday sermon presented by: George Mensah & Eddie Mayes (4/20/2014)
“Spiritual Relationships”
Sunday sermon presented by: Paul Smalls (4/13/2014)
“Will You Fall Away?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eldwin Santana (4/6/2014)
“Speed His Coming”
“Love God With All You Got”
Sunday sermon presented by: Dan Rivera (3/23/2014)
“Sinners or Dreamers”
“For Him Who Believes”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/2/2014)
“Don’t Miss The Point”
“Herod’s Dilemma”
“The Power of Jesus”
Sunday sermon presented by: Dan Rivera (2/2/2014)
Liar, Lunatic or LORD
Sunday sermon presented by: Angel Capellan (1/19/2014)
“A Faith That Heals”
“What Is Your Response To The Gospel?”
Reflect, Reveal and Heal
Sunday sermon presented by: Lowell Hoover (12/29/2013)
“Oh Come Let Us Adore Him”
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting & Dan Rivera (12/22/2013)
“Building Family”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (12/08/2013)
Mike’s Baptism
Mike’s Baptism (11/30/2013)
Be Imitators of God
Sunday sermon presented by: Angel Capellan (11/17/2013)
“Prayer of Jesus”
Sunday sermon presented by: Dacio Rivera (11/10/2013)
“Teach Us To Pray”
Sunday sermon presented by: Steve Pugh (11/3/2013)
“The Seeker’s Prayer”
“Prayer Of Boldness”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eldwin Santana (10/20/2013)
“Pray a Scary Prayer”
“Put Yourself Under Christ”
“A Life Full of Purpose”
“Life In Jesus”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (09/8/2013)
“Unity Of The Body”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eldwin Santana (09/1/2013)
“No Longer A Foreigner”
Sunday sermon presented by: George Mensah (08/18/2013)
“Made Alive To Live!”
“Trust and Faith in The Power of God”
Sunday sermon presented by: Kip Harms (08/04/2013)
“Every Spiritual Blessing”
Richard’s Baptism
Richard’s Baptism (07/21/2013)
“Samson’s Marriage”
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (07/7/2013)
I’ve Got A Bone To Pick
Sunday sermon presented by: David Brown (06/30/2013)
Raising Nazirites
“Pride’s Destruction”
“Moldy or Molden?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Lowell Hoover (06/2/2013)
The Spirit Part 1 – “Filling With The Spirit”
Presented by Douglas Jacoby, International Speaker and Author of the book “The Spirit” (5/26/2013)
The Spirit Part 2 – “Understanding The Trinity”
The Spirit Part 3 – “Connecting with The Spirit”
The Spirit Part 4 “Miracles”
“Spiritual Gifts: Got Yours?”
Am I Stuck with ‘Me’?
VIDEO LINK IN SERMON: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJG698U2Mvo Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (05/12/2013)
A Spirit of Self-Discipline
Sunday sermon presented by: Angel Capellan (05/5/2013)
Give Me Your Eyes
“Spirit Of Power”
The Spirit of REST
Sunday sermon presented by: Josh Byrd (04/14/2013)
“Fighting The Wind”
“Jephthah: A Man of God”
“Have It Your Way”
2013 Mid-Atlantic Women’s Retreat (March 23, 2013) Guest Speaker: Karen Louis
“Owning Our Disconnections”
Yeni’s Baptism
Yeni’s Baptism (03/10/2013)
Sunday sermon presented by: Gary Jacques (03/10/2013)
Why Abimelek?
“Gideon: Finish The Work”
A Jar, a Torch, and a Trumpet
The Lord Is With You, Mighty Warrior
Sunday sermon presented by: Dacio Moraes (02/3/2013)
Overcome Your Enemy
“God Cares”
“Israel Fights The Remaining Canaanites”
“Go On To Maturity”
Sunday sermon presented by: James Warren (12/30/2012)
“The Golden Rule Versus The Silver Rule”
“You Give Them Something To Eat”
“The Lost Bible”
Sunday sermon presented by: Chip Mitchell (11/25/2012)
What Must I Do?
What Is Heaven Like?
“The Bad News and Good News About Hell”
“Is There A Hell?”
“The 3 Views of Hell”
Bible Lesson presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/5/2012)
Unless The Lord Builds The House
“Faith, Hope and Love Is The Key”
Sunday sermon presented by: Seth Asman (9/23/2012)
“We’ve Got Issues”
“The Good News Is Still Good News!”
Sunday sermon presented by: Jeff Campbell (9/10/2012)
“Forgiveness vs Judgement”
“Church In The First Century”
Ryan’s Baptism August 18, 2012
“If It Is The Lord’s Will”
Sunday sermon presented by: Josh Lund (8/12/2012)
“Submit Yourself To God”
“Grace To The Humble”
“Wisdom That Produces Peace”
“Taming The Tongue”
2012 World Discipleship Summit – Sermon Highlights
“On The Mountain Of The Lord” 2012 World Discipleship Summit AT&T Center – San Antonio, Texas
2012 World Discipleship Summit – Opening
“On The Mountain Of The Lord” 2012 World Discipleship Summit Justin Renton WDS opening at the AT&T Center
“Faith Without Deeds”
“Favoritism Forbidden”
Sunday sermon presented by: Steve Pugh (6/24/2012)
“A Religion That Is Pure”
Communion Message by Eddie Benner
Communion message presented by: Eddie Benner (6/17/2012)
“In The Face of Suffering”
“Intro To James”
“The Goal of Your Faith”
“Will Work For Food”
Nick’s Baptism
Nick’s Baptism (5/7/2012)
“By The Spirit or Our Own Effort?”
Valerie’s Baptism
Valerie’s Baptism (5/1/2012)
“Supernatural Church”
“Forget About His Will For Your Life”
“A Real Relationship”
Why Do You Want Him?
“Theology of The Holy Spirit 101”
“What Are You Afraid Of?”
“The 3 Magnificent Gifts of The Spirit”
Sunday sermon presented by: James Campbell (3/18/2012)
“Not As Orphans”
Tom’s Baptism
Tom’s Baptism (3/3/2012)
“Intro To The Spirit”
“Be With Me Lord”
“The Courage To Overcome Fear”
“Nehemiah – Get Real!”
“Courage From God”
Sunday sermon presented by: Audie Monday (1/29/2012)
“Real Integrity”
“Bamboozled”
“Receiving God’s Word”
Janell’s Baptism
Janell’s Baptism (1/1/2012)
“Welcome Change”
“Where Is The Line To See Jesus”
Pied Pipers – Winter Wonderland 2011 Newport, PA December 18, 2010 Mountain Rock Church of Christ
“Fruit Inspection”
“The Relationship I Always Wanted”
Dan’s Baptism
Dan’s Baptism (11/21/2011)
“Refusing To Humble Out”
“Moses The Humble”
“Power To Choose”
“Consider Others Better”
“Pride and Grace”
“In Awe Of God”
“God’s Love Language”
Luis’ Baptism
Luis’ Baptism (9/16/2011)
“God Will Test The Faithful”
“Contending As One Person”
Sunday sermon presented by: Wil Workman (9/18/2011)
“Life is a Mist”
“What’s Your Favorite Excuse?”
“Live!!!”
“When It’s The Darkest, The Light Shines The Brightest”
Melaney’s Baptism
Melaney’s Baptism (8/5/2010)
“Reconciled Peacemakers”
“Greed Deceives”
“How Hungry Are You?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Rodolfo Cejas (7/17/2011)
Skype Call From Phnom Penh, Cambodia Church of Christ
The Geetings visited the Phnom Penh Church of Christ and reported back through a live Skype call to the Mountain Rock Church of Christ in Central PA: Glenn Geeting (7/17/2011)
“Seek To Be Meek”
“Good Mourning”
“Pride and Humility”
“Run To The Fight”
Women’s Day 2011 – “Live Dif’rent”
“Live Dif’rent” 2011 Women’s Day with Guest Speaker: Karen Jacques (6/4/2011)
“Taking Heart”
Sunday sermon presented by: Lowell Hoover (5/29/2011)
“Ask and Imagine”
Communion Message 5-22-11
Communion Message presented by: Heather & Glenn Geeting (5/22/2011)
“Who’s Got Your Feet?”
“Who’s Your Mama?”
“The Tomb Wasn’t Half Empty”
“Why?!!!”
“The Lost Sons”
Sunday sermon presented by: Lowell Hoover (4/3/2011)
Communion Message 4-3-2011
Communion Message presented by: George & Julianna (4/3/2011)
“How Will You Love God Today?”
Amanda and Pam’s Baptism
Amanda and Pam’s Baptism (3/13/2011)
“Sin Causes Spiritual Deficiencies”
“Peace Through The Storm”
Sunday sermon presented by: Rob & Tommy (3/6/2011)
“For They Were Fishermen”
“Christian or Disciple?”
“Come Meet Jesus”
Communion Message presented by: Tommy M. (2/6/2011)
“What’s Your Addiction?”
“The Flawless Word of God”
“Let’s Study The Bible”
“How is Your Spiritual Workout?”
Jo’s Baptism
Jo’s Baptism (12/31/2010)
“Seeking God – Make Every Effort”
“Seeking God Doesn’t Stop After You Find Him”
“Cornelius: Does Being Good Mean Being Saved?”
Pied Pipers – Winter Wonderland
Pied Pipers – Winter Wonderland 2010 Harrisburg, PA December 11, 2010 Mountain Rock Church of Christ
Barry’s Baptism
Barry’s Baptism (12/05/2010)
“Seek, Feed & Lead Jesus’ Sheep”
“Who Can Accept It?”
Eddie & Nancy’s Baptism
Eddie & Nancy’s Baptism (11/21/2010)
“Mind Change”
“The Road Least Traveled”
“God Calls The Individual”
Sunday sermon presented by Guest Speaker: Walter Evans (10/17/2010)
Discipleship: Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/10/2010)
“Boaz – Sacrifice Yields A Harvest”
“The Bride of Christ” (HD)
“Ruth: Hope When Times are Hard” (HD)
“Timothy – All Things To All Men” (HD)
“Gideon: From Zero to Hero!” (HD)
“Nehemiah and the Wall” (HD)
“Jonah: Seeing Things God’s Way” (HD)
“Spiritual Blindness” (HD)
“Zacchaeus – Going Out On A Limb” (HD)
“Nicodemus – Miracle Worker To Believer” (HD)
Communion Message (8/1/2010)
presented by Pedro Antonetty (8/1/2010)
“Apollos – Going To The Next Level” (HD)
“Cain – Master Your Sin” (HD)
Communion/Testimony (7/18/2010)
presented by Rob & Jacqui Morris (7/18/2010)
“Jonathan – By Many or By Few” (HD)
“Saul – A Lesson in Humility & Obedience” (HD)
Communion/Testimony (7/4/2010)
presented by Tommy (7/4/2010)
C.A.R.S. / R-Camp
Communion Message (6/27/2010)
Communion Message presented by: Eddie Mayes (6/27/2010)
“Live As God Commanded” (HD)
Sunday sermon presented by: Josh Byrd (6/20/2010)
Communion Message presented by: Lowell & Angie Hoover (6/20/2010)
“Samuel: When God Calls Our Name” (HD)
“Stephen: The Seed”
Jimmy’s Baptism (in HD)
“Caleb: Wholehearted Faith”
Tommy’s Baptism (in HD)
“Adam: The First Man Of God”
“Raise The Banner of Jesus”
Sunday sermon presented by: Brett Miller (5/2/2010)
“Joseph – The Dreamer”
“Men Who Feed Sheep”
“Resurrection: A New Beginning”
“Triumphal (or Un-Triumphal) Entry”
Sunday sermon presented by: Howard Elwell (3/28/2010)
“Prayer of Protection, Preparation & Promise”
“Are You Living Close To The Vine?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/14/10)
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/07/10)
“Ways To Serve and Feet to Wash”
“Is Now Your Time?”
“The Power Of Mindset”
Frantz’s Baptism
“Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors […]
“Got Living Water?”
“Nick at Nite”
“Giving Your Best With Zeal”
“A Relationship With Our Heavenly Father”
“What Does Jesus Want For His Birthday?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (12/27/09)
Lacy’s Baptism
“…and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also — not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ,” – 1 Peter 3:21
Tim’s Baptism
“…having been buried with Him in baptism and raised with Him through your faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead.” – Colossians 2:12
“Fruitful Pruning”
“The Truth or Whitewashed Walls?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Kip Harms (12/06/09)
“Remembering The Poor With Gratitude”
Sunday sermon presented by: Gary Jacques, former director for the HOPE hospital in Cambodia (11/29/2009)
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (11/22/09)
“Will The Real Gospel Please Stand?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Lowell Hoover (11/15/09)
Campus Students Devotional Lesson
Presented by: Lowell and Angie Hoover (11/14/09)
Ben’s Baptism
“for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” – Galatians 3:27
“Don’t Ignore The Questions”
Sunday sermon presented by: Mike Sheridan (11/08/09)
“Are You Guilty Of Being A Christian?”
“Discipling – Jesus-Style”
Kevin’s Baptism
“Then he said: ‘The God of our fathers has chosen you to know his will and to see the Righteous One and to hear words from his mouth. You will be his witness to all men of what you have seen and heard. And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized and […]
“Live! (Life To The Full)”
“Pride – The Great Sin”
“Good Fear – A Gift From God”
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (9/6/09)
“Spiritual Results”
“Spiritual Accountability”
Talisha’s Baptism
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” – Psalm 139:13 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Congratulations, Talisha! God has knitted you together into a very special new creation.
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes
“Conflict Resolution & Forgiveness”
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/9/09)
“Where Are You On Your Journey?”
Sunday sermon presented by: Kip Harms
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Let's turn from the overall production of Peter Pan Live! to its Native aspects. First, the problems in the source material:
What's up, Tiger Lily? Peter Pan and the Native American stereotype that has certainly grown old
NBC featured an actress of Cherokee descent, but some say Rooney Mara’s forthcoming film turn will merely be ‘redface’. Is there any way to redeem JM Barrie’s most dated character?
By Alan YuhasIn the 1904 play and 1911 novel that brought Peter Pan to fame, Barrie calls Tiger Lily a princess of a “Piccaninny tribe.” She has all the trappings we now recognize from the worst sort of Native American stereotype. Tiger Lily puts her ear to the earth, breaks out a peace pipe, and speaks with her cohorts in guttural gibberish. Most uncomfortably, Barrie is not only prolific with the word “redskin” but also has Tiger Lily rapturously declare Peter “the Great White Father,” after he saves her life.
There is, however, “something about Peter that captivated everyone and let Barrie get away with a lot,” said Anne Hiebert Alton, a professor at Central Michigan University and the editor of a scholarly edition of Peter Pan. From Barrie’s perspective, she said, the world divided easily between the British and everyone else.
“He’s not being consciously racist,” she said. “But we still can’t let him off the hook.”
Barrie’s works do stink of their era. He turns Tiger Lily into a hero but makes sure she is subservient to Peter; he treats her tribe as better than the true enemy (pirates, adults) but not nearly as important as the heroes (boys, kids, not girls). Alton also pointed out that Barrie died in 1937–long before anyone thought to take issue with his portrayal of Native Americans.
The production tried to fix the problems:
Ugg-A-Wha? Updating Stereotypes in ‘Peter Pan’
By Jeremy EgnerAll of which put the casting of Tiger Lily and a reworking of the song “Ugg-A-Wugg” near the top of the list of things NBC’s new “Peter Pan Live!,” which debuts at 8 p.m. Thursday Eastern time, had to get right.
“Tiger Lily needed to be Native American—that’s how Barrie conceived the role,” said Neil Meron, an executive producer. But the treatment can’t be “insulting to the Native American community,” he said.
Enter Alanna Saunders, 22, who graduated from the University of Miami in May and had lived in New York for roughly two weeks before she saw a flyer seeking Native American actors to audition for Tiger Lily. Ms. Saunders, a descendant of the Cherokee Nation, won the part and is thus starting her professional career on a live network extravaganza before an audience of millions, sharing the stage with the likes of Christopher Walken (as Captain Hook).
“It feels so ridiculous that I got this opportunity,” she said from the set last week.
Ms. Saunders brought no expectations to the production, she said, mostly because she had so little experience to draw upon. But she was curious about how “Peter Pan Live!” was going to handle one of the musical’s most famous numbers.
“I was thinking, ‘There’s no way they can do “Ugg-A-Wugg,”’” she said. “Because the lyrics are gibberish, and they’re pretty offensive in terms of trying to be any sort of authentic Native American reference.”
The song is a duet between Tiger Lily and Peter Pan, in which the islanders and Peter’s Lost Boys form an alliance against Captain Hook. To refresh it for modern sensibilities, the songwriter Amanda Green, the daughter of an original “Peter Pan” lyricist, Adolph Green, and David Chase, the production’s music director, worked with Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, an Emmy-winning composer and member of the Chickasaw Nation in Oklahoma. The nonsense lyrics were replaced with nursery rhymes and the rhythms were shifted to make the song less stereotypical and more authentically Native American. (Mr. Tate discussed the process in more detail in recent interviews.)Natives still criticize production
From Debbie Reese's American Indians in Children's Literature blog:
"True Blood Brothers" in NBC's production of Peter PanThe take away? Lot of stereotyping:
Indians with crossed arms: check
Scantily clad Indians: check
Playing drum with hands: check
Kids playing Indian: check
Hollywood Indian music: check
Overrepresentation of men: check
So--a question.
"O-a-hey" is supposed to be a Wyandotte word. Does that make this all better? No. Not at all.
#NotYourTigerLily: Nine Months Later and They Still Don’t Get the Point
By Johnnie JaeHaving seen the production, I cannot even begin to understand how anyone could think that this gross misappropriation of our indigenous identities and culture is a step forward in diminishing harmful and racist stereotypes. It’s still the same disappointing, exploitative and racist characterization of indigenous women and people that it has always been. What’s really disheartening is that they took the same approach that Warner Bros. has decided to take with their feature film, Pan.
“They created a non-Native “tribe” that faux-headdress-loving Coachella fans would be proud of, while simultaneously engaging in an activity mainstream society is adept at—silencing Native peoples,” says Tara Houska of Not Your Mascots. “There are plenty of Native actors and actresses to fill Native roles, and plenty of Native writers to consult. If Hollywood feels the need to bring back a character entirely based on racist stereotypes, one would think the smartest approach would be involving Natives as much as possible in the character’s re-imagination.”
Let’s be honest. Peter Pan is one of the most racist and misogynistic literary classics and so are the cartoons, plays and films inspired by the novel. The world of Peter Pan is fiction, but the harm done through the blatantly racist treatment and portrayal of Indigenous people in the story is our reality.
I asked Not Your Mascots’ Maggie Hundley why it was important to discuss the issues with Tiger Lily and her Tribe in the Neverland Universe and she replied:
“Unfortunately, as a kid, I bought into the Indian ‘maiden’ and ‘princess’ caricatures that I saw in movies and cartoons and used them to judge myself. Things need to change. By calling out the degrading and exploitative character of Tiger Lily in Peter Pan movies and plays, we are challenging institutionalized stereotyping of indigenous girls and women in entertainment. It is important to call out these mockeries and create a new narrative to replace the false ones that are force-fed to us by major companies such as Warner Brothers and NBC.”While Johnnie Jae wanted Native creators to fix the Native portrayals, Adrienne Keene suggested another approach:
Keene: Why 'Fix' Tiger Lily? Why Can't We Just Let Her Go?
By Dr. Adrienne KeeneThose who may have followed my writings on Tonto and Disney’s 2013 Lone Ranger film might see this as a marked switch from my attitude at the beginning of that journey. I argued, very strongly, that Disney should have cast a Native in the role of Tonto, that Comanche advisors and other Native peoples should have been involved much earlier in the process to shape and develop portrayals of Native peoples on the screen.
After watching that long saga unfold, I have a different opinion. I don’t want Native peoples to be forced into a role of trying to put band-aids on a gaping wound of racism. I want Hollywood to stop resurrecting these racist characters.
Think of the world created by the story of Peter Pan. Neverland is inhabited by mermaids, pirates*, fairies…and Indians. Fantasy creatures, meant to show how different Neverland is than the world the Darling children inhabit. The problem is, Native peoples aren’t fantasy creatures, nor are we something of the past, like pirates. We’re real, contemporary human beings. We don’t all live in tipis and smoke peace pipes and say things like “squ*w gettum firewood.”
So my advice the next time that a high school wants to put on Peter Pan or the next studio wants to make another remake: Cut the “Indians” out. Completely. Be creative. Find some other fantasy creature to replace them with. My colleagues last night came up with the idea of space aliens, which I kinda love. A completely fictional “other,” allowing for full creativity. Make up some shiny silver blobs for them to live in. Make up a language. Wrap them in foil or something. Just don’t call them Indians.Comment: For more on Peter Pan, see Peter Pan Live! Reviewed and A 21st-Century Peter Pan and Peter Pan's Racist History.
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Tbilisi’s Political Woes Continue
On December 12, 2019, Posted by Marren Haneberg , In Europe, By democracy,Dream Party,Georgia,Kremlin,Protests,Russia,Tbilisi , With Comments Off on Tbilisi’s Political Woes Continue
Protesters hold Georgian flags at a protest in Tbilisi. Protesters are demanding the Georgian Dream Party make political reforms (Source: https://www.dailysabah.com/europe/2018/12/02/thousands-of-protesters-rally-in-georgia-against-election-fraud).
Protests in Tbilisi ignited in Juneafter Russian lawmaker Sergei Gavrilov, deputy of the Russian State Duma, sat in the Georgian parliamentary speaker’s seat and addressed the audience in Russian. Protesters were not only angry about the Kremlin’s overreach into Georgia, but also with the Georgian Dream Party, which protesters claim has failed to adequately protect the country from Russian aggression. “The Russia factor was the trigger for this crisis, but it was not the cause,” rather the breaking point was “very polarized domestic politics in which the opposition plays the Russian card to discredit the government” according to Georgia expert Thomas de Waal (Higgins).
Five months later, the protests continue with little sign of stopping. Protesters have pitched tents on Rustaveli Avenue in central Tbilisi, blocking traffic and putting up metal barriers. On the evening of November 25, police searched protesters’ vehicles to confiscate steel barrels and firewood, which protesters were using to build fires for warmth. Protesters said these seizures were illegal confiscation of private property and some women resorted to smuggling firewood in their purses.
The protesters’ primary demand is that Georgia switch to a proportional representation system, rather than the mixed electoral system the Caucasian republic currently uses. In a concession to protesters earlier this summer, Bidzina Ivanishvili, founder and leader of Georgian Dream, promised to make the switch this year, but lawmakers did not pass the bill in a November 14 vote (“Georgia protests resume…,” “Protests revived in…”).
Protesters say the Georgian Dream Party did not fulfill its promise because poll numbers indicated the party would lose dominance if the country switched to proportional representation. Because the party did not keep its promise, protesters are calling for snap elections. Ivanishvili’s decision not to switch was an attempt to “cling to power” and is “a pivotal point” in Georgia’s democratic development, according to a coalition of Georgian nongovernmental organizations (MacKinnon). The government also failed to meet protesters demands that interior minister Giogri Gakharia step down, instead promoting him to prime minister in September (MacKinnon).
Even some Georgian Dream members are calling foul. Tamar Chugoshvili, who lead Georgian Dream’s moderate wing, was among a number of party members who resigned following the vote. Chugoshvili made the decision to resign because she reported to “partners in the United States, Brussels and Strasbourg” and could not “explain to [these] partners why [Georgian Dream] failed to deliver on a promise that [it] made so eagerly” (“Protests revived in…”).
Relations between protesters and the government are hostile. When protests began in June, over 200 people were injured after police fired on the crowd with rubber bullets and “[a]t least two people lost eyes as a result, including a teenager and a journalist” (MacKinnon). Last week, a protester called police Ivanishvili’s “highway robbers” and “serfs” while the police tried to seize the protester’s firemaking equipment (“Georgia protests resume…”).
Where did Democracy go?
For the past decade, Georgia has been an exemplar for Western-style democracy and reforms in the former Soviet Union. The reforms started in 2004, with the presidency of Mikheil Saakashvili, a charismatic leader who made numerous anti-corruption reforms. His reforms in tax collection corruption led to “rapid growth of tax revenues,” which the government used to fund “public administration, including public services, education and police” (“From concentrated power…”). In the frenzy of corruption and economic reform, Georgia’s government neglected or failed to make other necessary reforms. Politically, the government did not create sufficient checks and balances. As a result, power became concentrated in Saakshvili’s circle and “this influence extended” to the Parliament and judiciary. This arrangement kept political opposition weak and “resulted in a lack of accountability at the top levels of government, creating extensive opportunities for abuse of power and political corruption” (“From concentrated power…”).
Ultimately, the abuse of power led Saakashvili to lose the 2012 election and Ivanishivli came into power in the “first peaceful transfer of power in Georgia’s modern history” (MacKinnon). Since Ivanishili’s 2012 victory, Georgian Dream has dominated Georgian politics and failed to put the political checks and balances the developing democracy requires.
Ivanishvili returned to the private sector after serving only a year in 2013, but remained influential in politics. In 2018, he became chairman of Georgian Dream, the party he founded. His net worth of $4.9 billion amounts to about one-third of Georgia’s GDP. During last year’s elections, his charity promised debt relief for about 17 percent of registered voters, seemingly buying votes. Raising additional concerns of voter intimidation, party representatives stood outside polling stations, tracking voters. In this election overall, “[c]andidates campaigned freely in competitive Georgia runoff, though one side enjoyed undue advantage” according to a report by the Organization for Security and Co-Operation in Europe (“Candidates campaigned freely…”).
Russian Flight Ban
The Kremlin has made no hesitation to capitalize on Georgia’s political chaos. In July, the Kremlin banned all in and outbound flights between Russia and Georgia. While the Russian Transport Ministry cited aviation security concerns and overdue debts to Russia’s State ATM Corporation, the timing and type of this ban made it appear political in nature. Georgia’s tourism sector relies heavily on Russian tourists. Certain business and political circles in Georgia “improved economic ties with Russia as a priority” and by cutting these ties, these factions are inclined to apply pressure on the pro-West factions. This conflict would cause more political and economic chaos in the country, increasing Georgia’s vulnerability to Kremlin control.
Whatever the Kremlin’s intentions behind the ban, the ban has “has seriously damaged the country” according to Georgia’s Economy Minister Natia Turnava (“რუსეთთან ფრენების აღდგენა…”). Georgia had a record number of tourists in July and August, but airline revenue decreased by 8.6 percent in July and 6.8 percent in August over the previous year (“Georgia protests resume…”). The drop in airline revenue despite the increase in visitors can be explained by Russian tourists’ tendency to spend more on flights than tourists from other countries. The Georgian government provided loan assistance to 166 small- and medium-size hotels that could not meet payments due to the ban.
Russia renewed the flight ban on November 28. Russian senator Grigory Karasin, blaming mass protests in Georgia, said the Kremlin would not lift the ban until at least after the new year (“Карасин прокомментировал возобновление…”). Keeping the ban through the new year will hurt both airlines and winter resorts in Georgia, which “are waiting for tourists” according to Turnava.
Georgia’s Democractic Future
Parliamentary elections in 2020 will be an indicator of the direction of Georgia’s political orientation, whether it be towards the West or Russia, according to Eka Gigauri, the executive director of Transparency International Georgia (MacKinnon). Despite economic troubles the Kremlin is giving Georgia, Georgians remain largely supportive of maintaining a pro-Western foreign policy course. An October 2019 survey in Georgia found that over 75 percent of respondents supported a pro-Western foreign policy course. 77 percent of respondents saying that Russian aggression is “still going on” in Georgia, another 15 percent saying it was “over but likely to resume,” and only 4 percent saying it was “over and unlikely to resume” (“Public Opinion Survey…”).
Given the poll numbers indicating Georgian support for pro-West policies, it is unlikely that the protests will end until Georgian Dream makes concessions granting smaller political parties more representation. The poll numbers cause the Kremlin concern that it is losing control over its neighbor. In the lead up to the 2020 parliamentary elections, the Kremlin will likely apply more economic pressure on Georgia to sway politicians towards pro-Russian policies to bring Georgia back into its sphere of influence. However, as recent protests and the 2004 Rose Revolution, which brought Saakashvili into power, show, Georgians will continue fighting until they get the political results they demand.
“Candidates campaigned freely in competitive Georgia runoff, though one side enjoyed undue advantage and negative character of campaign undermined process, international observers say.” November 29, 2018. OSCE PA. https://mailchi.mp/oscepa/2781-press-release-2785069?e=0b205e9d35.
“From concentrated power to state capture: Georgia’s backsliding anti-corruption reforms.” February 14, 2019. Transparency International Voices. https://voices.transparency.org/from-concentrated-power-to-state-capture-georgias-backsliding-anti-corruption-reforms-c94d76bb2b21.
Higgins, Andrew. 2019. “Georgia Stages Protests While Its Relations With Russia Are in a Tailspin.” June 22. New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/22/world/europe/georgia-russia-protests.html.
Lomsadze, Giorgi. 2019. “Protests revived in Georgia following election reform failure.” November 15. Eurasianet. https://eurasianet.org/protests-revived-in-georgia-following-election-reform-failure.
Lomsadze, Giorgi. 2019. “Russia reportedly extends Georgia flight ban.” November 28. Eurasianet. https://eurasianet.org/russia-reportedly-extends-georgia-flight-ban.
Mackinnon, Amy. 2019. “A Flickering Beacon of Democracy in Russia’s Backyard.” November 27. Foreign Policy. https://foreignpolicy.com/2019/11/27/georgia-georgian-dream-ivanishvili-russia-democracy/.
“Public Opinion Survey Residents of Georgia.” October 2019. Center for Insights in Survey Research. https://www.iri.org/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/georgia_poll_11.18.2019_final.pdf.
Zvereva, Anna. 2019. “Russia bans passenger flights to and from Georgia starting July 8.” June 24. Aerotime News Hub. https://www.aerotime.aero/ruta.burbaite/22771-russia-bans-passenger-flights-to-and-from-georgia-starting-july-8.
“Карасин прокомментировал возобновление авиасообщения между Россией и Грузией.” Novmber 28, 2019. Izvestia. https://iz.ru/948450/2019-11-28/karasin-prokommentiroval-vozobnovlenie-aviasoobshcheniia-mezhdu-rossiei-i-gruziei. “რუსეთთან ფრენების აღდგენა ცალსახად პოზიტიური სიგნალი იქნება — ნათია თურნავა.” September 30, 2019
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The evocatively titled Spectre, 24th installment of the Bond franchise, is a film steeped in continuity but light on originality.
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Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays: live action in the city
Confidential’s guide to the first half of the week
Published on May 13th 2011.
WHILST workers tend to go out later in the week, the city is still abuzz with life on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Students in the city know happening in the clubs every night, so why doesn’t everyone else know what’s on elsewhere? Confidential is, as ever, aiming to make life easy for you so here’s our guide to the first half of the week.
We might not quite be rivalling New York’s ‘The city that never sleeps’ reputation just yet, but there will definitely be something to keep you entertained every night of the week.
If you’re looking for something to challenge your brain then many of the city’s bars host quiz nights. On Bridge Street, The Gaslamp’s weekly Monday quiz offering starts at 9pm (£1). Over in the Northern Quarter, Common hosts a free quiz every first and third Wednesday of the month from 7.30pm. Also on Wednesdays, The Deaf Institute Quiz starts at 8pm (£1) and runs every week. If you’re looking to make a night of it then you can head upstairs afterwards to the music hall for a night of new music with their Now Wave night.
For comedy, Stand Up Wednesdays take place every week at The Comedy Club. As for Frog and Bucket, there’s something every day to make you laugh. Monday’s Beat the Frog showcases the best fresh talent on the comedy circuit and, better still, it’s free if you’re willing to stand. Tuesdays and Wednesdays vary each week with touring comedians visiting the venue. Upcoming shows come courtesy of Steve Shanyaski (31 May - £4), Zoe Lyons (8 June - £12.50) and an Edinburgh Festival Preview (13 July - £6).
Live music knows no bounds with gigs every night of the week. Smaller venues around the city will be welcoming the likes of Tim & Mark from The Charlatans (Band on the Wall, 18 May - £15, pictured), Holy Ghost! (Ruby Lounge, 24 May - £11) and Dirty Vegas (Night & Day, 24 May - £10). If you’re wanting to share your music with others then Gullivers’ Open Mic Night every Tuesday is worth venturing to.
In addition to quizzes, comedy and music, the city continues to play host to unique nights offering you something different for you to kick-start your week. Pull Yourself Together takes place every second and fourth Wednesday at Common and combines the indie pop fanzine with a club night from 8pm until 11pm. Tuesday 24 May sees Port Street Beer House hosting a Cheese and Cider night from 5.30pm (£8). There’s also a free magic show at 7.30pm every weekday at Illusions Magic Bar in The Printworks. And as for a memorable one off event, Howard Marks will be visiting Black Dog Ballroom on Wednesday 18 May to present An Evening with Mr Nice (£14).
We might not quite be rivalling New York’s ‘The city that never sleeps’ reputation just yet, but there will definitely be something to keep you entertained every night of the week. So don’t just leave it until the end of the week to go out and enjoy yourself.
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In view of high exposure to risk for a comparatively low return, commercial banks have understandably tried to find ways to protect themselves. Until very recently, this effort led them to lend only short-term funds and only in the form of self-liquidating loans � that is, they loaned money only for specific purposes and operations that would produce adequate cash flows to retire the debt quickly. The perfect example of such a selfliquidating situation is a working-capital loan made to a manufacturer or retailer that has a marked seasonal sales pattern. For example, retail sales of a toy manufacturer�s product peak just before Christmas each year. The manufacturer�s own sales peak probably comes in August; however, when retailers and toy distributors are building up their inventories for the buying season, to meet this demand, the manufacturer must schedule a high level of production from May through July. In May of each year, therefore, the company takes out a loan from its bank to provide added working capital to finance the build up in inventory. By September, heavy sales draw down the inventory to normal levels. Most of these sales, however, are made on terms of net 30 days, giving the company a large accounts receivable balance, but little cash. Finally, by early November, the customers pay their accounts, and collections of accounts receivable provide enough cash flow to retire the bank loan. Thus, the loan is self-liquidating in six months. This is a classic bank lending situation. The bank knows before it makes the loan exactly how long the funds will be needed. The relatively short life of the loan increases the bank�s liquidity. By making a fairly large number of predictable, short-term loans, a bank feels comfortable lending the highest proportion of its funds that regulations permit. In other words, it will want to lend up to its loan limit, or be fully loaned. If a bank finds little demand for self-liquidating, seasonal loans, it may be forced to lend in longer term, less predictable situations. Caution would probably lead this bank to keep a higher proportion of its funds in marketable securities to preserve its overall liquidity. This traditional scenario has been transformed by important changes in bank practices during recent years. Commercial banks no longer stress the self-liquidating requirement as strongly as they once did. As the suppliers of short-term financing have become more competitive, banks have become more willing to provide longer term funds in the form of term loans. These new practices are creating an increasingly flexible source of short-term and intermediate-term funds for business organizations.
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Tussle With Bureaucrats, Political Vacuum And Two Statements: What Led To Sudden End Of GC Murmu’s Term In J-K?
Discord with the civil administration, his failure to fill the political vacuum created after the abrogation of Article 370 or his two recent statements that did not go well with New Delhi? What led to the sudden resignation of G C Murmu from the post of Lieutenant-Governor of Jammu and Kashmir?
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Naseer Ganai 2020-08-06T15:09:18+05:30 Tussle With Bureaucrats, Political Vacuum And Two Statements: What Led To Sudden End Of GC Murmu’s Term In J-K?
On August 5 evening, WhatsApp groups in Jammu and Kashmir were abuzz with rumours about the resignation of its first Lieutenant-Governor G C Murmu. The day also marked the first anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. Meanwhile, the rumours grew stronger by late night. Given the nature of such rumours in Kashmir -- more so since last year -- Murmu had, in fact, resigned from his post. Murmu's resignation, merely nine months after he took oath on October 31 last year, came as a surprise. The unceremonious exit of the former Lt. Governor was so quick that Thursday morning he was seen leaving the Raj Bhawan.
Sources attribute the sudden exit of Murmu to his discord with the civil administration and failure to fill the political vacuum created by the abrogation of Article 370 and bifurcation of the erstwhile state of J&K into two union territories - Ladakh and J&K.
Sources admit that even after one-year of abrogation of Article 370, the government has failed to make a tangible infrastructural development on the ground or create a sense of acceptability to the decision. “After one year we have nothing to show to people. We have failed in both infrastructural development and security situations,” said a senior security official.
Both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah had claimed that the abrogation of Article 370 would open floodgates for infrastructural development and bring peace to the conflict-raven region.
Murmu’s appointment as the first LG did not go well with the Chief Secretary BVR Subramanyam, who is likely to get Padma Bhushan this year on August 15 for his work prior to and after the abrogation of Article 370.
Instead of taking up developmental projects and launching a coordinated fight against CoVID-19, J&K witnessed a major discord between Raj Bhavan and the Civil Secretariat.
It was J&K Apni Party leader Altaf Bukhari who made public last month the tussle between the all-powerful chief secretary of J&K and Murmu. Many observers argue that the Apni Party might not have uncovered the tussle without the consent of New Delhi.
Bukhari had met the Prime Minister and Amit Shah in Delhi in March seeking assurances on issues pertaining to J&K. Soon after the meeting, the government came up with domicile law, which was even criticised by Bukhari.
Bukhari’s party in June issued a statement saying governance in J&K had come to a grinding halt mainly because of "sharp groupism in bureaucracy which seems to be busy in proving loyalties towards their respective centers of influence."
“The J&K is witnessing a kind of uncertainty and an unwanted decay in its governance apparatus mainly because of the lobbyism of its senior civil service officers and the same is going unnoticed in the din of COVID-19 pandemic in Jammu and Kashmir,” the statement had said, adding that some officers who show their inclination towards Raj Bhawan are "unfortunately at loggerheads with their bureaucratic colleagues who toe the line of the highest office in the civil secretariat resulting into a growing gulf between people and the dispensation at the helms of affairs."
Officials say Murmu would accuse the Chief Secretary of undermining his position and putting hurdles in running the affairs of the Union Territory. Murmu would also ridicule some officials for bad habits like backbiting and using senior bureaucrats against each other, sources say.
However, the failure of Murmu to engage with the mainstream political leaders has become one of the main reasons for his exit. “He was our point man in J&K but he failed to connect with the mainstream leaders and run administration smoothly,” a source tells Outlook.
Murmu could not create a conducive political atmosphere to engage with National Conference, Congress, and PDP leaders in Kashmir. His critics say he was never impressive as an L-G and had poor body language and was even poor in articulation. But his supporters say he would believe in giving some concessions and in Confidence Building Measures to set things right. "They were projected in a negative sense in Delhi."
Recently, Murmu raised several eyebrows with his statements on the restoration of high-speed Internet in J&K and the timing of the election in the UT.
Murmu argued that he was "not worried about how people would use high-speed internet irrespective of what Pakistan would continue to do."
He said Pakistan would continue its propaganda, "whether it is 2G or 4G."
Later when the restoration of the Internet in Jammu and Kashmir case came up before the Supreme Court, the embarrassed central government submitted before the Supreme Court that it will verify the media reports of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor suggesting the restoration of 4G internet in the Union Territory.
Also, the Election Commission reprimanded Murmu for his statements on election timing in the union territory. Murmu had said the elections to the J&K legislative assembly would be held after the delimitation exercise. He also said he did not see a problem in holding elections except the Covid-19 pandemic.
It was rare for the Election Commission to issue a public statement against another constitutional functionary.
Murmu has been replaced by senior BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh Manoj Sinha as per a midnight order issued by President Ramnath Kovind.
In the coming weeks, it will be seen how BJP's senior leader, in a new and important avatar, deals with J&K's powerful bureaucracy.
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Select from over 100 high-resolution black and white, sepia and hand-tinted San Francisco historical and contemporary images. Order directly from our web galleries - prints available on a variety of archival media, including photographic, watercolor paper, canvas, even notecards. Design a custom frame for your piece and pre-view the final piece on line. Also, browse collections from Silicon Valley, Oakland, California and around the world.
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U.S. District Courts feature City's Largest Permanent local history exhibits
Main Exhibit Overview Display, 19th Floor Ceremonial Courtroom, 450 Golden Gate
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Here is a surprise from the Federal Government- quietly over the last 5 years, working together with local Federal Judges, led by Judge Bryer, we have created the largest permanent local history exhibits on San Francisco and the Bay Area's History. Distributed over 4 floors at the top of 450 Golden Gate Ave, the program details the tales of the City from 1850's through the construction of the TransAmerica Pyramid. Vignettes feature the Panama Pacific Exposition of 1915, the creation of the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island,the 1939 Golden Gate Exposition, the Palace Hotel, the Earthquake and Fire of 1906, the Cliff House and Sutro Bathes, Civic Center, Recreation, Districts around town, the Waterfront, transportation and cable cars, the City's great hotels, notable characters, as well as selected content from others areas around the 9th District the Court serves. Each images has a detailed narrative telling the story behind the picture. Additional programs are installed in San Jose and Oakland Federal buildings.
The program was conceived as a gift to the public from the Court, led by Judge Breyer in San Francisco and Judge Seeborg in San Jose. The intent was to express the integration of Courts with the community, providing education heritage content, foregoing conventional decorative art for the interior walls. Displays are located throughout the public space of the San Francisco and San Jose building, as well as chambers and Jury Rooms. The project started by considering the Jurist experience in the deliberation rooms, which often were windowless.
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Business Image Group, led by Bennett Hall, design and developed the content, accompanying narrative, refined the often faded original images and framed and install the pieces through his production company in San Francisco, Eco Framing.
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Palace Hotel, Market and New Montgomery Street circa 1880
Built on a sandhill, the eight-story Hotel opened in splendor in 1876 as the largest hotel west of the Mississsippi. Two and a half acres in size, with 800 rooms and six of its seven gold-and-white stories decorated in parallel banks of bay windows, the Palace was this boomtown's pride and joy.
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Bennett Hall launches photography website
San Francisco Images creator and photographer Bennett Hall has launched a new websites to showcase his work. The new website includes art photography,architecture, landscape, special effects, hand-tinting, and collage work produced from 1974 to present. Trained initially at San Francisco State University with Jack Welpott and Don Worth, Hall shoots in all formats; digital, 6x7cm through 8x 10" view. Hall is available for assignment photography and special creative projects by commission.
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What will our ruins look like?
Over 3000 deaths were caused by the catastrophe, primarily in San Francisco. The population of San Francisco at the time was about 400,000, and over half were rendered homeless. 28,000 buildings were destroyed.
City Hall, from corner of Ninth and Market, after San Francisco Earthquake and Fire, April 18, 1906
Something was not quite right about the engineering of San Francisco's City Hall. When the Quake came in 1906, the structure came apart at its seams.
The new $6 million building, which had been under construction for 20 years, was considered by some to be more noble as a ruin. Entire walls crumbled and massive stone columns fell into the street, leaving the relatively intact dome oddly perched above the twisted debris.
Fire Burning after the Earthquake, April 1906
Multiple fires swept the City for four days, erupting from damage to gas lines and electric wires, fueled by the wooden debris. The City's water system had not been upgraded to cope with a major fire threat and key water mains were broken, leaving the hydrants empty. Many buildings were dynamited, as recouted by General Funston to create firebreaks - drawing on dynamite supplied by the California Powder Company, whose leading brand product became the namesake of the town of Hercules.
View West up California Street from Merchants Exchange, 1906
The Earthquake and fire of 1906 left over 10 million cubic yards of wreckage that had to be cleared before reconstruction could begin. The business district and three-fifths of the entire city was in ruins, and damage was estimated at $500m. The Fairmont Hotel, at the top of the hill, was about to debut at the time of the earthquake.
Palace Hotel's entrance after the Earthquake and Fire, 1906
The Palace suffered only moderate structural damage in the Earthquake, due to the efforts by William Ralston to make it earthquake resistant. However the "fire-proofing" efforts were a total loss. Artesian water stored in roof top and basement tanks was exhausted well before the fire could be contained. Rubble from the building was later dumped in the Marina area as fill.
Ruins of Hibernia Bank Building, Market and Jones Streets, after the 1906 Earthquake
Wreckage of the Hibernia Bank Building, Jones and McAllister streets. This view shows the McAllister/Market Street-side of the structure. This building was repaired, and temporarily housed the Harbor Police Station after the earthquake. It was restored to bank use, and again became a police substation when the Hibernia Bank closed in the late 1980s.
Rubble after the Earthquake and Fire, view towards Call Building
(Central Tower), April 1906
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Bay Bridge West Tower - sans road and cables c1935
This tower sure turned out well - with baited breath and the patience of Jobe, I look forward to seeing the new tower on the Eastern span rise...a new landmark and symbol of the gateway to the City by the Bay
The West Tower of the Bay Bridge rises to 281 feet, and its concrete anchorage was sunk 235 feet below the water line. Its total height is taller than that of the largest of the Pyramids of Egypt.
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Gary Starks's Cliff House Project
Gary Stark may work IT by day but his passion of history has led him to create a fascinating site that chronicles the history of Adolph Sutro's 'over the top' mansion known as the Cliff House, Sutro Bathes and its legacy. Over many years, Gary has accumulating hundreds of images and produced this short video on the properties history - a place that is now a shadow of its former self, when the most elaborate of the 4 Cliff Houses on this site burned in a fire in 1907. We should all take our 'hats off' to Gary for this good work
Banks are the temples of our Gods or?
Flash back to just after the Earthquake in 1906, Bank of California seen her under construction, erecting a structure that is like a Church, a temple to the God money and gold, and if ever there were a modern style for attaining a transcendental experience, the interior of this property can take you there. A hundred years later, these temples are shadows of their former selves, yet strong and resolute in the granite permanence, but no longer are they the place where our Gods reside. Do visit this the next time you venture downtown, experience its sanctity, but I no longer think it is sacred as it may once have been
Alamo Square Classic View
After many trips studying the lighting,this view captured the right contrast and lighting for the painted ladies - 6x7cm - this shot, after a passing storm is why you fall in love with San Francisco
San Francisco Shopping Center - Shop till you drop
Shop local • Go Green • but do SHOP till you drop.
Will that get us out of this mess, or is that the mess itself. How are shopping centers and their tenants coping right now? What ARE the consequences of everyone not buying at once? A bit like yelling fire in a crowded theater in terms of the effect on the economy. Was the building really burning? Hope that everyone likes the weather once they have gotten outside and does not mind the bodies they trampled over in the process of getting there.
Bank of America as Granite Monoilith
Aside from this building's namesake company no longer being here and only being worth about a latte per share, this view remains a favorite, sculpted in light not unlike rock formations in the Sierras, it looks better in detail than the over-built "tombstone" like structure that otherwise dominates the Skyline. Don't forget to visit the "bankers heart" when you are next in this often soulless corridor of downtown.
under construction...The Pryamid 1972
we rescued the original negatives of the Pyramid from a possible "dumpster ending" back in the 80's -
now, digitally restored along with hundreds of other San Francisco heritage images, they live to see another day.
Financial district rearranged, mystery location
Guess where this is shot from.
Pigeons at the Palace, hand-tinted black and white
When Halloween on Castro rocked
Way back when in a universe far far away, Castro on la noche de los muertos was off the charts, for everyone, by everyone, and with everyone, this was the place to be and experience. Those memories live on and those who were there will never forget
these are the Clone Clowns - c1978
cheers to all who were there and remember
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The ouster of Tom Price as President Donald Trump’s health secretary is yet another self-inflicted blow for Republicans wishing to put their own stamp on health care — and the latest distraction for a White House struggling to advance its agenda after months of turmoil.
Price resigned Friday amid investigations into his use of costly charter flights for official travel at taxpayer expense. His exit makes it even more unlikely that Republicans will be able to deliver on their promise to repeal and replace former President Barack Obama’s law, even though they control the White House and both chambers of Congress.
Trump has named Don J. Wright, a deputy assistant secretary of health, to serve as acting secretary.
“I think health care is a dead letter through the next election,” Joe Antos, a policy expert with the business-oriented American Enterprise Institute, said Saturday.
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The health secretary’s exit capped a week in which a last-ditch GOP health care bill failed to advance in the Senate. Regaining momentum will be more difficult now that the White House also has to find a replacement for Price. That makes it harder to visualize how the administration and congressional Republicans can fulfill their goal of remaking the health care system along conservative lines, although Trump has said he’s confident a plan can pass early next year.
Price — who Trump concluded had become a distraction — had been on the rocks with the president since before the travel flap. A former Republican congressman from Georgia, he proved less helpful than expected on the health care fight. Price played a supporting role while Vice President Mike Pence took the lead, especially with the Senate.
The health secretary’s departure — the latest in a list that now includes Trump’s chief of staff, national security adviser, press secretary and two communications directors — is also unlikely to end what has been a steady drip of revelations about potentially inappropriate travel on the part of Cabinet members.
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has come under fire for requesting a government aircraft to use on his honeymoon, while Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke said he’d taken three charter flights while in office, including a $12,375 late-night trip from Las Vegas to his home state of Montana in June. The Environmental Protection Agency’s inspector general has opened an inquiry into Administrator Scott Pruitt’s frequent taxpayer-funded travel on commercial planes.
The House Oversight and Government Reform committee has launched a government-wide investigation of top political appointees’ travel.
Trump ran on a pledge to “drain the swamp” in Washington and has taken pride in his efforts to reduce federal spending and negotiate better deals on behalf of American taxpayers.
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In a memo Friday, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney said all travel on government-owned, rented, leased or chartered aircraft will now have to be approved by the president’s chief of staff, John Kelly. That gives more oversight power to a man who has tried to impose order and structure on what has been a chaotic White House.
On health care, the task of installing another secretary at the Health and Human Services department won’t be easy.
The nominee will have to run the gauntlet of Senate confirmation. The already contentious process will be more challenging as Democrats shift from playing defense to offense on health care, heartened by the survival of the Affordable Care Act and polls showing support for the government’s leading role in health care.
And HHS is not the only department that needs a leader. Trump has yet to pick a permanent replacement for Kelly, who left his previous job running the Department of Homeland Security in July.
Two potential candidates for health secretary already hold senior Senate-confirmed posts at HHS, which could be a plus for the White House.
Seema Verma leads the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which runs major insurance programs. Scott Gottlieb heads the Food and Drug Administration, which has regulatory authority across pharmaceuticals and consumer products.
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Verma is a protege of Pence, who played a major role in negotiations with Congress this year on the futile “Obamacare” repeal effort.
Verma is seen as a talented policy expert, but she’s still relatively new to the ways of Washington. Gottlieb is a veteran, but he may prefer the FDA and its clearly defined mission to the quicksand of health care policy.
Also mentioned is Louisiana GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, co-author of the last Republican health care bill that failed to advance. Cassidy would probably win confirmation easily, but his prospects in the Senate appear bright, and he may not want to depart for a Cabinet post in a tumultuous administration.
Another potential candidate is Florida’s Republican Gov. Rick Scott, a former hospital executive who is term-limited after 2018. But Scott is expected to mount a Senate campaign against Democratic incumbent Sen. Bill Nelson next year, and he may have ambitions and interests beyond health care.
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Claire Sharp trusts few people and relies on no one. But after her life is threatened, ex-mercenary Brett Adams blows into her self-contained world, full of southern charm and rugged good looks. But Claire is not about to fall into Brett's bed. For one thing, the guy has a no-commitment clause that would stump most big-shot attorneys, and for another, despite her response to his sensual kisses, in Claire's experience sex isn't exactly fireworks and brass bands. . .
Brett plans to prove her wrong. He'll give her a white-hot pleasure like nothing she's ever known and she'll realize that some things in life are worth every risk. When the threat to Claire grows dangerously close, pitting them against deadly odds, Brett will do whatever it takes to save her. Because Claire Sharp has just found herself a man who's ready to bring it on, willing to do what it takes, and able to go the distance. . .
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Royal Date (The Royals of Monterra Book 1)by Sariah Wilson
This Cinderella didn’t plan on a prince . . .
Kat MacTaggart is a girl who has a plan for everything–including her holiday ski trip to Monterra with her best friend. Everything is going according to plan until she finds herself careening out of control down a mountainside and being rescued by a guy who looks like Superman’s hotter Italian cousin.
HRH Prince Nico is intrigued by the woman he saved on the slopes and her refusal to date him. He offers Kat a deal–let him show her his country and he’ll pay her to write articles that will help Monterra’s tourism industry. Kat agrees, but given her past and lingering distrust of men, she has one condition–absolutely no kissing.
Thanks to the claims of a jealous British noblewoman and the schemes of a meddling paparazzo, Kat’s rule doesn’t seem to be a problem at first. But the more Kat gets to know Nico and the people around him, the harder it is to remember her keep-your-distance plan. Should she stick to it or risk everything for a chance at happily ever after?
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Ruckusby Zoe Dawson
For U.S. Navy SEAL, Bowie “Ruckus” Cooper, going on a mission into the most dangerous place on earth wasn’t new, neither were the orders to tag and bag an international criminal, but when Bowie finds a captive American reporter, that wasn’t exactly run of the mill. Neither was getting separated from his team, teaming up with her or protecting her against all odds, while working to keep his hands from around her neck and off her delectable body.
Fearless and bold photojournalist, Dana Sorenson never backed down from a fight or to showcase her dedication to reporting on the human condition. That’s what she thought until she meets Bowie and big, bad, and tough takes on a whole new meaning. Gratitude for saving her ass gets lost in his demanding orders and fighting for her life takes a back seat to falling for this alpha male who’ll risk everything to see her safe.
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My Smalltown C.E.O. Scroogeby Harmony Knight
Strip it. Flip it. Get home by Christmas.
That was the plan.
Falling for a gorgeous, antler-wearing waitress with a knockout smile?
Even the best-laid plans go awry.
Big shot CEO Greyson Blair can’t believe he’s stuck spending the holidays in the Ass-End-of-Nowhere handling the sale of a decrepit mansion he never asked to inherit.
The house is a wreck, the locals are crazy, and there’s a waitress at the diner pretending to be French.
Allie Brooks is everything he’s not; warm, funny, and vivacious. And she keeps her sparkle even when she’s working three jobs to support her orphaned nieces.
She’s also the only hired help in town, and Greyson never mixes work and pleasure.
One nosy neighbor, a burst pipe, and a grudging stint as Santa Claus later, he’s beginning to wonder if that particular rule was made to be broken. By Christmas morning, the only thing Greyson wants to strip and flip… is her.
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All He Wants (Lost Coast Harbor)by Eve Kincaid
Return to Lost Coast Harbor in this sweet and sexy holiday novella
It’s been nearly a year since Ivy Montgomery left Los Angeles, leaving behind her stalled career as a chef and her struggling marriage. She’s found solace in her ex-husband’s hometown of Lost Coast Harbor, opened her own restaurant, and is raising their daughter among good friends and family–but finding her own measure of success hasn’t kept her from wondering if she gave up too soon on the only man she’s ever loved…
Parker Montgomery has built a successful career as a chef–winning a spot on a popular reality TV show that led to his own series, a flagship restaurant, and a lucrative line of product endorsements and cookbooks. His success, though, came at too high a price–his family. He’s built a career, and lost the love of his life. But he has a plan to win Ivy back…
Ivy’s carefully balanced world is thrown off kilter when Parker announces he’s returning home to Lost Coast Harbor for the holiday season, and as chef at a competing restaurant. When it comes down to a battle of the exes, can there be a winner?
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Kissed by a Devil (Lost Coast Harbor, Book 3)
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`Ukraine will go to war in late March`--Zakharchenko
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DPR Head: Ukraine may resume combat operations in late March
Translated from Russian by J.Hawk
The head of the self-declared Donetsk People’s Republic Aleksandr Zakharchenko announced that Ukraine is bringing up heavy equipment to the conflict zone and, in his opinion, might resume combat operations in late March or early April.
"We are beginning the withdrawal of heavy equipment, while Ukraine is bringing it up from Kharkov and Dnepropetrovsk. Seems to be there will be a provocation. Ukraine will go to war in late March or Early April. Ukraine needs war,” Zakharchenko said during a Monday briefing.
J.Hawk's Comment: Yes, it does, though a lot depends not only on its own readiness to fight one, but also the willingness of Western powers (especially Europeans) to tolerate another round of fighting in Ukraine.
However, considering the state of Ukraine's economy and the need to keep the nationalists which constitute the main pillar of support for the junta, they have every incentive to risk another escalation. Who knows, maybe finally the West will start showering Ukraine with aid and money and ignore the IMF conditions? Because, to my mind, there seems to be a pattern of Ukrainian conflict activity: it is most likely to escalate when it just received foreign financial aid, and is the most likely to seek peace just as it needs another tranche. We'll see if the game continues after the IMF delivers its next tranche.
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Il Gigante: Michelangelo, Florence, and the David 1492-1504
Anton Gill
At the turn of the 16th century, Italy was a turbulent territory made up of independent states, each at war with or intriguing against its neighbor. There were the proud, cultivated, and degenerate Sforzas in Milan, and in Rome, the corrupt Spanish family of the Borgia whose head, Rodrigo, ascended to St Peter's throne as Pope Alexander VI. In Florence, a golden age of culture and sophistication ended with the death of the greatest of the Medici family, Lorenzo the Magnificent, giving way to an era of uncertainty, cruelty, and religious fundamentalism.
In the midst of this turmoil, there existed the greatest concentration of artists that Europe has ever known. Influenced by the rediscovery of the ancient cultures of Greece and Rome, artists and thinkers such as Botticelli and da Vinci threw off the shackles of the Middle Ages to produce one of the most creative periods in history - the Renaissance.
This is the story of twelve years when war, plague, famine, and chaos made their mark on a volatile Italy, and when a young, erratic genius, Michelangelo Buonarroti, made his first great statue - the David. It was to become a symbol not only of the independence and defiance of the city of Florence but also of the tortured soul who created it. This is a wonderful history of the artist, his times, and one of his most magnificent works.
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the Bargello. Mohammed and Lorenzo were on friendly terms, and at the former’s request the latter sent him a number of Florentine craftsmen skilled in intarsia work. The ruin of the Pazzi family was complete: their name was blotted out, their emblem – the dolphin – everywhere torn down, and their property was seized by the state. Sandro Botticelli was commissioned to paint a picture of each of the conspirators in their death throes, for which he was paid forty florins each, and these were
being done … and resolved to save us from our errors. So he decided to send into the world an artist who would be skilled in each and every craft, whose work alone would teach us how to attain perfection in design … and how to use right judgment in sculpture … Moreover, he determined to give this artist the knowledge of true moral philosophy and the gift of poetic expression, so that everyone might admire and follow him as their perfect exemplar in life, work, and behaviour, and in every
ahead; but at last everything was made ready. Then, out of an already louring sky, a thunderstorm broke. This might have been seen as divine intervention on the part of both the Dominicans and the Franciscans, but as it caused the ordeal to be called off, the mob was furious. The next day was Palm Sunday, and the congregation that had gathered in the cathedral to hear a sermon by a Dominican monk was set upon by an angry crowd. Pursued by the mob, the adherents of Savonarola fled to San Marco,
treaty with France and King Ferdinand of Spain, agreeing to the division of Naples between those two countries. This he did to counter the machinations of some of the major Roman families, principally the Orsini, and the Colonna, whose intrigues were always supported by Naples. A French army marched to Rome and pitched camp outside the city, where it was joined by Cesare Borgia and his forces. The combined operation wasted no time in attacking Naples. There was no opposition, and King Federigo
displays itself so weak Confronted with a world so full of snares, It is no wonder that my flesh should break When it first stumbles on such furious fires. With glorious art – that gift received from heaven – That conquers nature and in every way Clings to all human longing and desire; If such a gift I truly have been given And yet, divided, torn, still burn and stray, He is to blame who fashioned me for fire. Michelangelo Select Bibliography AGNES ALLEN: The Story of Michelangelo,
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Barry Leitch
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Born April 27, 1970 (Age 45)
Birth Place Strathaven, Scotland
Nationality Scottish
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Website barryleitch.com
Barry Leitch is a Scottish video game musician. He has composed music for numerous video game companies including Ocean Software and Atari Games. Barry has also composed music for a wide variety of video game consoles. His first composition was I.C.U.P.S. for the C64 and it was written when he was only 15 years old.
1 Music Composition
1.1 AMI
1.2 DOS
1.3 GEN
1.4 N64
1.5 NES
1.6 SNES
2 Gameography
Barry used OctaMED and Noisetracker.
For Weird Dreams, Barry used AdLib Visual Composer.
For Wheel of Fortune, Barry used a sound engine by Rab Walker. The music was programmed in assembly.
Barry used Fasttracker II.
Barry composed the songs on MODTracker for the Commodore Amiga. Then, he would rewrite the music in MS-DOS using a driver created by an unknown programmer named "Mule the Top Lad".
Barry used MEdit. The program was coded by Leslie Long and was meant to resemble OctaMED, the tracker that Ocean Software used for their Commodore Amiga music. MEdit was also used for MS-DOS games as well.
During the development of Top Gear, Barry was given instrument samples from Kemco, which were probably Korg M1 instrument samples. According to composer Hiroyuki Masuno, samples were given to Kemco by Sony, the creators of the sound chip of the SNES (SPC700).
Gameography
All of these games have been verified to have been composed by Barry via his website: http://barryleitch.com
Released
Title
1988-??-?? The President is Missing (AMI)
1988-??-?? Silk Worm (AMI)
1988-??-?? Ultima V (AMI)
1989-??-?? Airborne Ranger (AMI)
1989-??-?? DNA Warrior (AMI)
1989-??-?? Gemini Wing (AMI)
1989-??-?? Gemini Wing (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Gilbert: Escape from Drill (AMI)
1989-??-?? MicroProse Soccer (AMI)
1989-??-?? MicroProse Soccer (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Rock 'n Roll (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Silkworm (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Starglider 2 (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Weird Dreams (DOS)
1989-??-?? Xenophobe (ZXS)
1989-??-?? Back to the Future Part III (CPC)
1990-??-?? Combo Racer (AMI)
1990-??-?? Fiendish Freddy's Big Top o'Fun (ZXS)
1990-??-?? Impossamole (AMI)
1990-??-?? Prophecy I: The Viking Child (AMI)
1990-??-?? Treasure Trap (AMI)
1990-??-?? Weird Dreams (C64)
1991-??-?? American Gladiators (AMI)
1991-??-?? Back to the Future Part III (AMI)
1991-??-?? Back to the Future Part III (DOS)
1991-??-?? Back to the Future Part III (ZXS)
1991-??-?? Gadget Twins (AMI)
1991-??-?? Hero Quest (AMI)
1991-??-?? Hero Quest (ZXS)
1991-??-?? Lotus Turbo Challenge 2 (AMI)
1991-??-?? Pegasus (AMI)
1991-??-?? Stratego (AMI)
1991-??-?? Super Cars II (AMI) In-Game
1991-??-?? Suspicious Cargo (AMI)
1991-??-?? Switchblade (AMI)
1991-??-?? Utopia: The Creation of a Nation (AMI)
1991-??-?? Zone Warrior (AMI)
1991-02-?? Super Cars (NES)
1992-??-?? The Addams Family: Pugsley's Scavenger Hunt (NES)
1992-??-?? Frankenstein (AMI)
1992-??-?? Harlequin (AMI)
1992-??-?? The Humans (AMI)
1992-??-?? Lethal Weapon (AMI)
1992-??-?? The Shoe People (ZXS)
1992-??-?? Space Crusade (ZXS)
1992-??-?? Space Crusade: The Ultimate Encounter (AMI)
1992-??-?? Universal Monsters (AMI)
1992-??-?? Wheel of Fortune (GEN)
1992-??-?? Wheel of Fortune (GG)
1992-01-?? Wheel of Fortune: Featuring Vanna White (NES)
1992-03-27 Top Gear (SNES)
1992-07-?? Greg Norman's Golf Power (NES)
1992-07-22 Kick Off (NES)
1992-08-13 Gadget Twins (GEN)
1992-09-?? Wheel of Fortune (SNES)
1992-12-?? Lethal Weapon (SNES)
1993-??-?? European Champions (AMI)
1993-??-?? Lothar Matthäus (AMI)
1993-04-?? American Gladiators (SNES)
1994-??-?? The Humans (CD32)
1994-08-?? Eek! the Cat (SNES)
1995-07-28 Ultima: The Savage Empire (SFC)
Unreleased Gadget Twins (SNES)
Unreleased Kick Off 2 (GB)
Unreleased Kick Off 2 (NES)
Unreleased Wing Commander 2 (SNES)
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Can you believe they are trying to build a Sun on Earth? – Director Mila Aung-Thwin was amazed when he first heard about ITER. He immediately felt the need to tell the story of the fusion quest and began to work on a documentary. Four years and four visits to the ITER site later, the movie “Let there be light” is currently screening at some of the most famous film festivals worldwide.
It highlights ITER as one of the few good things that came out of the Cold War when, in 1985, Gorbachev and Reagan agreed to build a joint nuclear fusion experiment. Fusion research has always been collaborative. Although the tokamak was born in Russia, Eastern and Western scientists decided to declassify their work in the late 1950s.
“Bringing the Sun down to Earth had seemed like just another utopian Soviet concept, but it has survived as a possible solution to solve mankind’s energy needs”, says American artist Emily Newman who has recently realised a project about fusion pioneer Viktor Golant from Saint Petersburg.
While artists tell stories about all the lives that have been dedicated to fusion, the world’s largest tokamak grows in the fields of Provence in France. Did you know that some of its magnets are produced directly on site because they are too heavy to be shipped? Fusion in Europe monitors the progress and takes a look at the manufacturing of the Poloidal Field Coils inside the Winding Facility on ITER’s soil.
It is not only a tokamak that is capable of mimicking the Sun, a stellarator can do this as well. As flexible as EUROfusion is, its experts now have the opportunity to dive deeper into the plasma produced by Wendelstein 7-X. The most developed stellarator is about to be switched back on in summer, after the installation of a divertor and graphite tiles. These changes will allow the energy input to be increased considerably.
Have you ever considered a material that is able to withstand the temperature and the particle fluxes of the Sun? Such ideas play a major role in the thrilling task of bringing the Sun down to Earth. A superconducting magnet, as heavy as three elephants, is now the superhero in EUROfusion’s Dutch Research Unit DIFFER. It enables the material testing device Magnum-PSI to create conditions similar to those in the ITER divertor. Big science, quite literally.
But why do only a few people know about this? Our Slovenian colleague, Saša Novak, thought about this for a long time. When she started work, she did not want to bore other people in their spare time with her lab reports. After being trained in communications, she decided to speak out in favour of research and what it does for everyone’s daily life.
In fact, many spin-offs have resulted along the journey to ITER and beyond. The retiring Director of Energy in the European Commission, András Siegler, names Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in medicine as one of the most famous results.
“There must be more. Fusion has paid off far sooner than most people believe”, he says in his farewell interview.
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China reports official April manufacturing data as coronavirus lockdowns ease
July 7, 2020 June 11, 2020 - by mindfullmess
China said manufacturing activity in the country expanded slightly in April as lockdowns and movement restrictions to contain the coronavirus began to ease.
The official manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index came in at 50.8 for the month of April, as compared to 52.0 in March, said China’s National Bureau of Statistics on Thursday.
Analysts polled by Reuters had expected official manufacturing PMI to come in at 51.0 in April.
PMI readings above 50 indicate expansion, while those below that level signal contraction.
In February, the official PMI hit a record low of 35.7 as China was hit by the coronavirus outbreak that first emerged from the city of Wuhan in central China. Large-scale lockdowns were implemented to slow the spread of the disease officially known as Covid-19, sending the world’s second-largest economy to a standstill.
In the first quarter of 2020, China’s GDP contracted by 6.8% from a year ago — the first decline since at least 1992, when official quarterly GDP records started.
But lockdowns in China have started to lift with people going back to work as the number of daily new Covid-19 cases fall.
Despite production coming back online, demand for Chinese products is now expected to be dented by a demand slump from the rest of the world due to the global spread of the coronavirus that has sparked concerns about a global recession.
Indeed, China’s National Bureau of Statistics said in its analysis of the PMI readings that the recovery in demand was weaker than the recovery in production, according to a CNBC translation of its Mandarin language release. This was particularly true in sectors like textiles and apparel manufacturing and chemical raw materials production.
The bureau also flagged heightened uncertainties in the export market with some factories reporting canceled orders.
“The spread of the epidemic has accelerated overseas and global economic activity has contracted sharply,” it said, adding that China’s foreign trade is now facing greater challenges.
Chinese authorities have rolled out measures to support the economy.
Earlier in April, the People’s Bank of China cut benchmark lending rates.
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Posted on November 3, 2013 by Joshua
Sarvis v. Virginia Liberty
Last week, the Sarvis Press Shop released the following tweet which has appeared on the Facebook pages of many of my friends:
For those who are unaware, until recently Donna Holt served as the Virginia director of Campaign for Liberty. During her time in this position, she often promoted awareness of U.N. Agenda 21, an objective which some believe is an effort to erode American sovereignty and severely restrict land use in this country.
After seeing this tweet pop up so many places, including my own Facebook page, I thought I should investigate the matter. Therefore, when Robert Sarvis came to Harrisonburg on Friday, I asked him about it. Mr. Sarvis stated that he did not write this tweet, nor did he have any hand in its creation. According to Twitter, the account is run by JVLaB@RobertSarvis.com. The Virginia Liberty Party has this additional information directly from Robert Sarvis: “I certainly wasn’t involved in the tweet and have already raked him over the coals for injecting his own editorial comments….as for Donna Holt…I have recently seen her name explicitly associated with blatant and clearly intentional misrepresentations of my positions. I don’t know what was said about her in any tweets but the smear campaign is just rank dishonesty.”
As we are just days from the election, with Sarvis’ poll numbers hovering around 10% (most a bit higher, some a bit lower), many of my liberty-minded friends have been taking to Facebook to talk about Robert Sarvis. Some offer legitimate concerns, while (as far as I can tell) a majority seek only to deride Robert Sarvis as a person as well as to cast doubt on his principles, integrity, and commitment to liberty. Favorite tactics these days include calling him nothing more than a McAuliffe operative (there’s a conspiracy theory for you), or that he is some kind of LINO (a word I think must have been invented for this campaign, Libertarian In Name Only). In order to further these tactics, they take bits and pieces of Sarvis’ quotes out of context and use them as proof that he is secretly supporting some kind of statist agenda.
Now, I know why many of my friends are proceeding down this path. They are worried that Sarvis will peel away a significant number of liberty-minded voters that may have otherwise gone to Ken Cuccinelli and thus cost him the election. However, many polls show that idea to be false. For example, according to the Richmond Times Dispatch, “Sarvis is getting 3 percent of the GOP vote, 2 percent of the Democratic vote and 14 percent of independent voters.” In the September Roanoke College Poll, they found that Sarvis draws upon 4% of Democrats and 3% of Republicans. With these statistics (and there are more out there), one could hardly make the claim that Sarvis will deprive Cuccinelli of a victory.
Furthermore, many of my brothers and sisters in liberty have bought into the idea that a Terry McAuliffe election will spell the end to everything we hope to achieve in Virginia. Now, given my research, I don’t find McAuliffe to be a particularly appealing candidate. At this point, he doesn’t seem to have much knowledge about the function of state government nor its proper role. Nevertheless, when we let fear cloud our judgment, we often find ourselves in even worse messes.
As an additional note, I must say that I don’t appreciate that some people continue to argue that Robert Sarvis made no attempt to reach out to the liberty movement or Ron Paul supporters. After all, here I am. I try to avoid self-aggrandizement, but I have been active in the liberty movement for years and proudly worked for Ron Paul in 2007/08. However, I’m sure many of you have also gotten a handful of emails that distort Robert Sarvis’ positions or claim that polls indicate his support slipping, even though the three latest polls (Rasmussen, CNU, and Emerson) show him in double digits. Yes, Jamie Radtke, Donna Holt, Chris Stearns, and Russ Moulton are important folks, but that doesn’t mean that we should assume that every email bearing any or all their names is factually correct or that they or anyone else can speak for the liberty movement as a whole in Virginia.
Getting back to the whole tweet issue mentioned at the beginning, it clearly is an ill-advised retaliation by a member of the Sarvis campaign team, but the constant and often misleading attacks on Robert Sarvis are equally ill-advised. I encourage you to weigh your options carefully and vote on November 5th for whom you think is the best candidate. Although I’ve had disagreements with the RLC-VA this year, as Robert Kenyon, the chairman of that group said yesterday, “I’m going to humbly suggest that, while I fervently believe pro-liberty voters in the Old Dominion should support Ken Cuccinelli for Governor, the best way to convince people is NOT to accuse Rob Sarvis of being some sort of crypto-liberal or hating puppies. Talk about why Ken is our guy.” The Sarvis supporters ought to follow this line of thinking as well.
If you truly want liberty in Virginia, whether you are for Cuccinelli or Sarvis, please stay positive ladies and gents. Promote your candidate and don’t simply malign the others. After all, regardless of this election, on November 6th we have to try and come together as a movement. Spending the next several days tearing us apart over fear and misinformation will make that task all the more difficult.
CategoriesPolitical Musings Tags2013 election, Agenda 21, Donna Holt, Liberty, Robert Keynon, Robert Sarvis, Virginia Politics
7 Replies to “Sarvis v. Virginia Liberty”
midwestconservative says:
Whoever Sarvis has running his twitter handle has been overall nasty( from the few times I’ve glanced at it).
A good advice is to not attack journalists or bloggers.
Ben Domenech raised several of the questions you are no doubt referring to in regards to Mr. Sarvis’s Libertarian bona fides. And rather then answering those questions the Press team instead attempted to attack Mr. Domenech’s integrity
virginiaconservative says:
Well, as I’m sure you know, I’d say I wouldn’t approve of that kind of response. 🙂
I’m glad to find out that Mr. Sarvis did not authorize some of these tweets.
As I do hope that should Ken Cuccinelli become the next Governor of Virginia he will offer Mr. Sarvis a role in his administration. Sarvis has earned it, and it’s not likely that Mr. Sarvis will win a local election ( as he lives in Alexandria)
I think that would be a nice way to try and resolve this nasty split.
BruceMajors says:
Though that tweet was beyond the pale, and not written or authorized by Sarvis, it is totally eclipsed by the extensive and hysterical lying by not just the GOP, which is to be expected, but by the Ron Paul apparatchiks, many of them my friends or Facebook friends, who have been assimilated into the GOP Borg, as good little robot soldiers. When you cover these liars and their assimilation, I will view your blog as sufficiently honest to come back to and read. Are you man enough to do that?
Sandy Sanders says:
I covered it too at VR:
http://www.varight.com/news/sarvis-does-not-believe-agenda-21-is-a-conspiracy-theory/
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A Couple of Hours in a Writer's Room
Back in the early 1990s, Neil Simon debuted a play about his days working in TV back in the 1950s. Laughter on the 23rd Floor was a clever tribute to comedy writing that was a precursor for Tina Fey’s beloved, long-running TV sitcom 30 Rock. Simon is best-known for helping to define contemporary comedy with Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple and Last of the Red Hot Lovers. There’s a clean sense of construction about Simon’s earlier work. The comedy comes from the heart of honest characters with a little bit of craziness thrown-in for comedic effect.
In Laughter, Simon populates an entire comedic ensemble with characters who all have more than a bit of madness within them. As a result, it’s a lot more fun than most of Simon’s comedy. Directed by Edward Morgan, the Next Act production brings together an appealing mixing of talents from various ends of the Milwaukee theatre community to conjure a sense of the whimsically unpredictable that taps a wild comedic energy.
A clean-shaven Zach Thomas Woods plays a young writer named Lucas who has just been hired to work on a very popular variety show on NBC. Woods is a charming emotional center to the play in the role of a young writer Simon based on himself in the era in which he was working on Your Show of Shows. Every character in the writer’s room is based on actual legends of comedy who worked for the show like Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner and Sid Caesar.
Next Act’s David Cecsarini has a charming instability about him in the role of the show’s host Max Prince (based on Caesar.) The role would be a challenge to anyone. The rest of the writers are paid to be funny to make a living. There’s a practicality to their madness. Prince is a paranoid iconoclast who has been driven into a very strange place psychologically as a result of his massive success. Cecsarini finds a way to make a totally shrewd, psychologically scattered psyche seem perfectly natural and totally rational in and within its own frame of reference. Cecsarini is embracing the character’s madness with a very sophisticated understanding of the inner dynamics of the character’s insanity. It’s a deeply engrossing performance.
The rest of the cast features a scattering of some great local comedy talent. Karen Estrada is a very adult presence in the room as Carol--one of the few women who were able to make it in TV writing at the time. Simon’s attempt to deliver some of the challenges of a woman in a man’s world feel a bit weak, but Estrada is able to sell the character’s formidability so well that the character works even through the more cringe-inducing moments of a very successful male writer trying to write from the perspective of a woman who would have had. to be a LOT more clever than he was to be in the same room as him back in the 1950s.
The rest of the ensemble handles itself quite well. Local comedy veteran Dylan Bolin has sharp timing and delivery as a writer who is totally confident that he will be able to get a career rolling in Hollywood. Seth K. Hale carries a crisp wit about him as s clever guy based in part on Carl Reiner. Rick Pendzich is a smart slouch as Milt--a funny guy who would be totally unequipped to handle any serious job for very long. Mohammad N. Elbsat lends an intensity to the comedy as a Russian immigrant who has mastered the nimble perspicacity needed to land the miracle of a TV writing job in America.
Next Act’s production of Laughter on the 23rd Floor runs through Dec. 15 at the Next Act Theatre on 255 S. Water St. For more information, visit Next Act online.
Fun All Woman Xer Comfort Comedy
Milwaukee comedy institution Broadminded opened its 23rd original sketch comedy show to a packed theatre Friday night. The theme this time around is Cheers. The all-woman sketch comedy group has been around for many years. The familiarity between the “Broads” continues to foster a fun and crazy feel of intimate informality that makes for an exceedingly enjoyable evening’s comedy. The current offering is a nice mix of different comedy moods. Not all of it works, but since this is a Broadminded show, it’s fun even when it’s not terribly funny.
One of the more notable sketches this time around has McGee and and Babl as anchors on “Wed Center.” They’re there to do play-by-play commentary for toasts at a wedding reception. Kingston played an unflappable pro at delivering wedding toasts while LaDisa played a nervous first-timer. (Opening night the warmth of the near sell-out audience generated a cheer for LaDisa after the end of the sketch when the simple act of picking-up fallen index cards from the sketch turned out to be more difficult than it might have been in rehearsal.) The toast motif is echoed in a series of improv bits where the group deliver toasts to...whatever it is that the audience has offered-up for suggestions on slips of paper into a cup before the show. The “Cheers” motif also echoes into a couple of appearances of the Broads as cheerleaders. There’s a bit of clever style in a short that has Babl being followed around by a pair of rental cheerleaders providing high-energy support for everyday activities. Funny stuff.
The generational aspect of the groups’ work feels particularly prominent this time around. Stacy Babl, Anne Graff LaDisa, Melissa Kingston, and Megan McGee are all Gen Xers. Sketches make fun pop cultural reference to the generation throughout the show. The group does a particularly clever mash-up that has the Care Bears act as Queer Eye-style life coaches. Three of the Broads play pseudo-neo-Jungian Care Bear archetypes trying to get a white collar woman in need into find some direction in her life. There’s profound unexpected depth in that sketch that is echoed through some of the other bits. Megan McGee plays a college student wary of the apocalypse on New Year’s Eve of 2000 as roommates. Her concerns for basic survival are contrasted against the much more superficial concerns of Kingston and Stacy Babl as a couple of roommates, which makes for some fun double-tiered comedy that makes reference to millennial style and fashion which is already feeling A LOT older than it should be. (Hard to believe New Year’s Eve 1999/2000 will be 20 years old at the end of next month.)
Some of the weaker moments draw a bit closer to direct homage to the pop culture of the ‘80s from the perspective of children of the ‘80s. It’s comfort comedy for Xers...a mercifully brief bit has Kingston and McGee play aging singers that feels like a fusion between The Golden Girls and SNL’s Sweeney Sisters. There’s an oddly enjoyable bit that plays on the enduring appeal of a show that ran the length of the ‘80s as all of the Broads fall neatly into a characters from the hit sitcom Cheers. Naturally Kingston takes to George Wendt’s Norm while McGee plays to the role of the John Ratzenberger's trivia-spouting Cliff. Anne Graff LaDisa is fun as a hayseed character drawn in the mold of Woody Harrelson’s character...uh...Woody. (Really? His character was named Woody? I forgot about that.) Like the weaker scripting on that show, the sketch is deeply endearing without actually having much of any depth to it.
Some of the more original bits feel particularly clever in Cheers. McGee plays Ruth Bader Ginsberg in a spoof of Anna Kendrick in Pitch Perfect singing the Carter Family’s “When I’m Gone,” (the cup song,) complete with the rest of the group performing the cups in accompaniment. It’s a sharply-executed bit of comedy.
The show closes with the triumphant return of LaDisa’s Sally Ann character. The precocious, sci-fi-loving high schooler is drawn against Babl as a cheerleader. It’s a fun closing sketch to a fun show.
Broadminded’s Cheers continues through Nov. 23 at the Underground Collaborative at 161 W. Wisconsin Ave. For more information, visit Broadminded online.
Assault and Resilience in an Old Church
Laker Thrasher and Timothy J. Barnes in Aura Theatre Collective's MEASURE FOR MEASURE.
The space is very humbling. Built in 1847, the Irish Heritage and Cultural Center was originally a church. This month the stained glass and massive arched ceiling play host to Aura Theatre Collective’s staging of Measure for Measure. A man in a position of authority assaults a woman in no position to tell anyone about it in a story that is sadly as relevant now as it’s ever been.
Timothy J. Barnes summons a towering sense of poise and stature to the role of Angelo. He has been left in a position of authority by the Duke of Vienna. Seated in this authority, the immovable granite of Angelo’s resolve falls upon the shoulders of a young man named Claudio who is charged with the crime of fornication for which he is to be put to death. Jarrod Langwinski clutches a weary fear about him as Claudio. In Langqinski’s hands, Claudio’s frustrations are kept at bay, allowing him to explore a subtle interplay of emotions that would be lost in a more powerful show of desperation.
Informed of Claudio’s predicament, his sister Isabella goes forth to Angelo in order to plead for her brother’s life. Laker Thrasher is fiercely forthright as Isabella: a novice nun who is given the opportunity to save the life of her brother if she will allow Angelo to take her virginity. Thrasher casts an admirably impressive sense of altruism into the soul of Isobel. Far from being a simple, pitiful victim, Thrasher’s performance casts Isabella’s victimhood against the intellectual resilience and emotional fortitude of someone who would have done much better in a better era for women.
Thrasher’s intensity in the role of Isabella is matched by the dramatic gravity of Kira Renkas’ performance as Marianna. Angelo had abandoned his betrothal to Marianna when her dowry was lost to sea. The fact that Marianna would want to be with him anyway is a bit of a problem. Doesn’t she realize that this guy’s a monster? Renkas’ magnetic stage presence imbues Marianna with a kind of power that suggests an inner authority that could easily keep Angelo in check. In silent authority, Renkas wields a kind of influence onstage that Angelo could only aspire to. Marianna is in a position well below Angelo, but under the influence of Renkas, she’s got a righteousness about her that well outweighs his petty cruelty.
Randall T. Anderson is infinitely likable onstage. Anderson’s charm is granted to Duke Vincentio. The Duke has announced his intention to leave the city. He remains in disguise as a friar in the interest of viewing life in the city outside the confines of authority. Shakespeare casts the Duke in a heroic light. Anderson takes to the heroism with an adroit grasp of the character’s cunning. Director Jaimelyn Gray cleverly subverts this, playing with expectations in a staging of Shakespeare’s classic that allows the women in the cast their own kind of authority without compromising the basic structure of the script in any fundamental way. A good portion of this comes from a very talented cast, but Gray has juggled things quite well in a very compelling production.
The rest of the cast includes some great talent. Tom Marks has a very shrewd and focussed energy as Escalus. Logan Milway balances drama with a slicingly clever sense of humor as Claudio’s friend Lucio. Liz Ehrler has a commanding presence onstage as Mistress Overdone--manager of a Viennese brothel. Ehrler opens the show as Overdone in a burlesque act that is promptly shut down by authorities. It’s a fun bit of staging that sets the tone for the rest of the show. It can feel kind of weird seeing Shakespeare in a church. Opening the show with burlesque cuts some of the strange formality that can overpower in a 19th century church.
Aura Theatre Collective’s production of Measure for Measure runs through Nov. 24th at the Irish Heritage and Cultural Center on 2133 W. Wisconsin Avenue. For more information, visit Aura Theatre online.
Q&A: Once Upon A Mattress with Theater RED
Marcee Doherty-Elst in a promo shoot for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Photo: Traveling Lemur Productions
This month, Theater RED collaborates with Carroll University on a production of Once Upon a Mattress the 1958 musical based on Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale The Princess and the Pea has seen countless productions over the years. Theater RED’s production is helmed by Artistic Director Eric Welch and stars Marcee Doherty-Elst as Princess Winnifred.
Theatre RED and Carroll took some time to answer a few questions about the production:
This show is being staged at Carroll University in Waukesha. How did the collaboration with Carroll come about?
Professor James Zager, Carroll University (Producing Liaison): Providence. I was scheduled to do a cabaret performance in the Otteson Theatre this Fall and decided to use the more intimate Studio Theatre right around the same time we heard that TheaterRED was looking for a space.
Marcee Doherty-Elst, Theater RED (Producing Director, Princess Winnifred): When Theater RED was looking for a home for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, we reached out to Carroll University originally because of my prior collaboration with James Zager (Milwaukee Opera Theater and Theater RED’s A CHORUS LINE), who is on faculty there. I quickly got connected to Professor Jennifer Dobby and the rest of the incredible folks there. In talking with them, we learned that their mainstage, the Otteson Theatre, was not being used this fall. Carroll University had a Musical Cabaret slotted for the fall, but Professor Zager wanted that staged in their Studio Theatre, leaving the Otteson vacant. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to move ONCE UPON A MATTRESS in to the beautiful Otteson space and also opened up the possibility of a collaboration with the University, which you know Theater RED loves to do! We have collaborated with other theaters and other colleges/universities in the past and have had wonderful experiences. For ONCE UPON A MATTRESS we have students working alongside professionals in all aspects of the production, onstage and off, and that is really exciting!
I’m also very excited to be collaborating with the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and their American Sign Language/English Interpretation Program for our Saturday 11/16 performance (7:30 PM) that will be interpreted by 2 Student Interpreters!
Eric Welch, Theater RED (Director): As we were looking for a venue for this production, Marcee thought it would be a good idea to collaborate with a school again. I’m doing so, I believe this was our first school we contacted and it ended up being a perfect fit, on both ends!
Carroll’s Otteson Theatre is an intimate 150-seat theatre, but the set developed for the show as seen in promo video looks like it’s big enough to fill a much larger space. Is there an equally big feeling for the choreography or is there more of an intimate feel to the way the action of the show inhabits the space?
Justin Gale, Carroll University (Technical Director, Scenic Design): The Otteson is a unique space that comes with its own challenges and opportunities. Yes, it is a relatively small, 150 seat theatre, but it also has a decent amount of vertical space to fill, while allowing for at least a dozen people at once to dance on stage. Eric's vision was based around the idea of a story book, with the necessity to facilitate dancing and physical comedy across the entire stage. My hope, through the design and build techniques, was to accomplish a bit of story book, medieval grandeur, and still leave room for the actors and choreography to take center stage.
Ceci Scalish, Theater RED (Choreographer): I believe the choreography designed balances the marriage between this intimate space and larger than life set. Each choreographed piece defines how big or intimate the stage should feel during teach scene versus the space or set defining such.
Eric Welch, Theater RED (Director): For the choreography, I wanted something fun, funny, and visually stunning. And that’s just what Ceci brought to the table. She has a wonderful way of working with the actors and really showing off their strengths. I can’t say enough kind words about her. We also did make plenty of room on stage to fit all the dancing needs in this show. We definitely planned in advance for that.
Marcee Doherty-Elst, Theater RED (Producing Director, Princess Winnifred): Eric’s vision from the beginning was to create a magical, madrigal, musical comedy celebration and the Otteson Theatre provides so much space to do that! We do have a large cast (17), so that space is definitely welcome! Eric also wanted the audience to feel included in the action and in on the jokes, so with the space he is able to bring some of the action off the stage and into the audience (and beyond – we have to keep some surprises, don’t we?). I think the show balances big production moments with more intimate moments and we are able to use everything the Otteson has to offer us in that way. Justin and the students working on the set have done an outstanding job of realizing Eric’s vision of what he wanted the set to look like, while being able to add some things that really add to the dimension of the action, while still allowing the storytelling of the scenes, song, and dance to take center stage (quite literally). As Eric has done with NINE the musical, he places the emphasis of the show on the storytelling of the actors and has a more intentionally minimal set supporting them. We do, of course, have the majesty of the incredible bed of 20 mattresses – the most important set piece of them all!
Erich Welch is directing Marcee Doherty-Elst as Princess Winnifred in the show. The two of you at the center of Theater RED are also very good friends. What’s the dynamic like working so closely together on this kind of a musical?
Eric Welch, Theater RED (Director): We have got it down to a science now. This will be the third show I’ve directed and directed her in. She is a very close friend and I find it rather easy to direct her because I know her instincts and motives so it’s easy to play and build off of that. I also know what’s she’s capable of, even if she doesn’t!
Marcee Doherty-Elst, Theater RED (Producing Director, Princess Winnifred): This will be the 3rd show that Eric has directed me in (I’LL EAT YOU LAST: A CHAT WITH SUE MENGERS and NINE the musical, previously) and also the 3rd where we have worked together behind the scenes (with me as Producing Director). I think on the production side of things, we get better with roles and responsibilities each time and it has become a well-oiled machine by this time! As an Actor, I really enjoy working with Eric as a Director. He has a very clear vision for what he is looking for in the scenes and as an Actor himself, he understands what the challenges and opportunities might be for realizing that vision. He knows me nearly better than almost anyone and it makes it very easy for us to work together as Actor/Director because he can tell what I am trying to do, even if it is not coming through clearly and he knows how to explain things in a way that I will grasp immediately. There’s a great degree of trust in that relationship based on our deep friendship, as well. Eric has always been one of my biggest fans and supporters and he believes in me way more than I ever believe in myself and for that reason, he is able to challenge me in a unique way.
Winnifred is a very strong character who could be brought to the stage with a big heroic approach. The story is a very silly comedy in places. How do the heroic and comedic ends of the show match-up in this production?
Eric Welch, Theater RED (Director): This is a very silly, comedic show but there is still heart in the story and we have definitely tried to angle this show toward female empowerment. This show is about a strong female who doesn’t care what people think of her and really goes for what she wants.
Brianna (Bree) Cullen, Theater RED (Stage Manager): The two go hand in hand in this production. The heroic moments bring out how silly the whole story is while the comedic bits between characters really pushes out who these people are.
Mark Morris, Carroll University (Assistant Stage Manager): Winnifred's strength is balanced on stage with an air of shyness and self-doubt that emboldens our sympathy with her as she navigates the social labyrinth of a swamp-less kingdom. Because she is not like a "typical" princess, she isn't limited by any social restrictions placed on princesses and her lack of manners and outspoken attitude is a refreshing take on a classic fairytale. The real comedy comes from her fervent optimism in the face of every obstacle she encounters and the heroics are found in the inspiration she instills in the other characters suffering under the Queen's rule.
Skylar Campbell, Carroll University (Assistant Stage Manager): I believe the heroic and comedic ends match up in places where the women like Winnifred and Lady Larken "play up" being the helpless damsel in distress. It makes for a funny scene but also is being played up to show the ridiculousness of the "damsel in distress" it's a small way of putting a feminist twist in the show without changing the show completely and continues to make people laugh even with a hidden deeper, more heroic, note.
Marcee Doherty-Elst, Theater RED (Producing Director, Princess Winnifred): Sometimes princesses don’t look or act like princesses! I see Princess Winnifred as a brave character who comes to the rescue of a kingdom in need of new outlook on love, leadership, and life. The best laughs come from intellectual connections and emotional realizations, and Princess Winnifred represents something so different from the conventions of the kingdom and she speaks some important truths. The role of Princess Winnifred has been portrayed by some of the funniest women to ever grace the stage or screen and what I think is most exciting is that there is wide room for interpretation of this character while still playing up the comedic aspects. Winnifred is a very strong character, but I think the fun comes in relaying that strength through comedy. Some of the most important truths we speak, as a society, are conveyed through humor.
“Humor is what happens when we are told the truth quicker and more directly than we’re used to” (George Saunders, NY Times bestselling author).
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is surprisingly enduring for a fun, little bit of musical comedy. Where do you think the long-term appeal of the show comes from?
Professor James Zager, Carroll University (Producing Liaison): The retelling of Fairy Tales has always been popular. We love to look at old stories with a new twist that brings out different aspects of the story. This uses the music theatre form to highlight a powerful female not a maiden in distress rescued by a prince.
Marcee Doherty-Elst, Theater RED (Producing Director, Princess Winnifred): I think the long-standing appeal is how funny this show is, even though the tale itself is familiar. And it doesn’t hurt that Carol Burnett has famously portrayed (with great hilarity) both Princess Winnifred and Queen Aggravain! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is a musical retelling of Hans Christian Anderson’s “The Princess and the Pea” and who doesn’t love a good fairy tale? This show will carry you on a wave of wonderful songs, both hilarious and raucous as well as romantic and melodic, as you come along on for the ride on the familiar classic tale of royal courtship and comeuppance with a healthy side helping of side-splitting shenanigans. While the Junior version of this show is done with regularity in theaters, the full-length production has not been done in Milwaukee professionally for quite some time. Eric’s vision really plays up the fairy tale aspects while also infusing the show with a modern, SNL-inspired approach to the comedy in the show and we have a cast of some of the funniest folks in Milwaukee. Chances are you’ll never look at fairy tales the same way again!
Eric actually put this show on the Theater RED radar – he has a love of taking older musicals or musicals that we don’t see done very often and brining a modern interpretation to them, placing them back center stage. He also grew up with this musical and it has a special place in his heart as one of his mom’s favorites. He’s also a huge Carol Burnett fan – in fact, when she was in Milwaukee last we splurged on VIP tickets and we were in the first few rows and he got to ask her a question! She is one of his favorites and there is more than 1 nod to her in the show – you’ll have to come and see for yourself!
What attracted you to the show?
Eric Welch, Theater RED (Director): I was partly brought up with this musical. My mother introduced it to me as it had been a favorite of hers growing up. It’s such a fun fantasy story with great music. I feel like many schools have done this show (the Junior version, as well), but not many professional theaters and I feel that it needs to come back into the limelight. It has such a great message and is so entertaining. People are going to love this show.
Theater RED and Carroll University's production of Once Upon a Mattress runs Nov. 15 -23 at the Otteson Theatre on 238 N. East Ave. in Waukesha. For ticket reservations and more, visit Theater RED online.
Drama and Satire in Shadows of the Past
Cabaret Milwaukee’s unique blend of crime drama, history and music materializes from the ether once more this month for the first live episode of a new trilogy as it presents Cream City Crime Syndicate: Politics & Anarchy. Marcus Beyer returns as golden age radio host Richard Howling of the Howling Radio Hour. The variety show includes music, drama, comedy and the 32nd mayor of Milwaukee as an impressively compelling hero. The ensemble assembled by writer/producer Josh B. Bryan for the first part of the new Cabaret Milwaukee season seems particularly well-developed in this first part of a new trilogy.
Beyer opens the show with a smooth voice straight out of the early days of radio. His cool presence is a remarkably vivid centerpiece to the rest of the variety. The first act he introduces is Cameron Webb. Accompanied by Maggie Deagan, the jazzy soulful singer opens the show with “It Don’t Mean a Thing.” He comes around after intermission for a classy glide through “Ain’t Nobody’s Business.” Hayley San Fillippo and Sarah Therese continue to charm in old-timey commercial vocals as the Howling Jinglers, accompanied by Michelle White.
The central drama is written by David Law, who also wrote Cabaret Milwaukee’s Clockwork Man series. It’s a clever fusion between history and crime/suspense drama that frames Mayor Daniel Hoan as the central hero in a political drama with themes which hauntingly echo into current events. Max Williamson plays Hoan as a cool, charismatic figure who heroically steps into a great deal of danger in order to serve the people. Rob Schreiner plays to the rough and tumble action hero archetype as a hard drinking Milwaukee cop who finds himself drawn into the dangerous life of the mayor. Williamson’s heroism as a politician genuinely trying to bring everyone together contrasts well against Schreiner’s gritty selflessly self-destructive action heroism. Without irony Willaimson and Schreiner play to an ideal of public service...those willing to sacrifice themselves for the greater good. It's a refreshing fantasy.
Also making notable appearances around the edges of the ensemble are a couple of talented guys better known for their work with Shakespeare RAW. Stephen M. Wolterstorff lends both weight and levity to the stage as Hoan’s assistant. Jim Donaldson plays to a more volatile energy in his appearance. The more aggressive darkness of the drama comes in the form of Connor Blankenship as a sinister political figure named Wheeler Bloodgood. He’s accompanied by a couple of ragged accomplices played with a pulpy sense of villainy by Michelle Paura and Nicole Allee.
Though it's clearly drawn for a vintage radio style of entertainment Law’s script highlights aspects of the early days of Hoan that mirror some of what’s going on today. Bryan’s work amplifies that in the world of the variety show beyond the radio play. History has a very frustrating way of repeating itself which comes across much better here than it has in previous outings with Cabaret Milwaukee. As “Mrs. Millie,” seriously funny actress/comedy writer Laura Holterman slices into the frustration of this with a very sharp bit of satire that conjures shadow precursors to Hollywood predators like Harvey Weinstein. Some of the best comedy comes from frustration and there's nothing more frustrating than watching the same mistakes made over and over again throughout history. Holterman, Bryan and Wallsich (who wrote sketches for the Holing Jinglers) cleverly tap into the comedy of that fraustration. Joined by Michelle White as Billie, Holterman discusses US immigration policies of Herbert Hoover which hauntingly echo those of the current administration. With clever precision Holterman and White help to bring together the fusion of comedy and history in a show that glides along quite swiftly from beginning to end.
Cabaret Milwaukee’s Cream City Crime Syndicate: Politics & Anarchy runs through Nov. 22 at the Hotel Astor on 924 E. Juneau Ave. For more information, visit the show’s Facebook site.
Art, Truth and Passion in a Small Room
(L to R) David Flores, Carole Herbstreit-Kalinyen and David Ferrie in BAKERSFIELD MIST with Boulevard. PHOTO: Troy Freund
The Boulevard Theatre hosts an intimate drama of art and the human soul at Plymouth Church this month. Mark Bucher directs a cast of 3 in a concert reading of Stephen Sachs’ Bakersfield Mist. Three actors. Three music stands. One pianist. It’s a very close walk with the nature of truth, beauty and human meaning between two characters.
After a brief introductory moment with Bucher, pianist Donna Kummer sets the mood with gently cheerful piano stroll. The light notes establish a humbly classy emotional warmth for the rest of the show to nestle into. Three actors enter. The piano finishes its walk and the dialogue begins.
David Ferrie establishes the scene through narration. His tone and timing are excellent. Stage directions fit perfectly in and within the rhythm of the dialogue without overpowering the dramatic momentum at pleat between the two characters. Bucher and company maintain a very respectable energy in the reading which cleverly narrows the focus on the dialogue of a script that is very, very passionate at so many turns. There are too many distractions in a full production. Sachs' drama is an impressively nuanced dance between two quite different people who are quite similar at the center. The concert reading allows the delicate nature of that dialogue to become the center of the entire evening.
Carole Herbstreit-Kalinyen is pleasantly gruff as Maude Gurtman—an unemployed woman living in a trailer park in California who has come into possession of a Jackson Pollock painting that she wishes to have authenticated. She’s a hard drinking chain smoker—-not exactly the type of person one might normally expect to be hanging out in a trailer park with a ridiculously valuable Pollock. There’s a deep soul to the character which gradually reveals itself to be every bit as haunted and powerful as the artist who may or may not have painted the work itself. Herbstreit-Kalinyen is at her best in the role in those deeper moments of emotional recklessness...never allowing herself to overplay the intensity and smartly allowing the dialogue to work on its own in the heavier moments of reflection.
David Flores is crisp and precise in the role of Lionel Percy—the expert from New York who has flown all the way out to California to have a look at the painting. Flores’ neat precision in the role is gradually rolled-back in the course of the interaction. Passions of his own are slowly revealed as Maude discusses his past with him and the origins of his love of art and his disgust of inauthenticity. Lionel is given some of the most eloquent whisper of poetry once he’s really allowed to get going on the topic of Pollock. There's a bit of a monologue in there...lines that could have read as one grandiose comic punchline where Lionel finally gives-in to his passion for the art and the artist. Flores doesn't deliver it as a joke, though. He's bringing Lionel's words to the stage like they were the radiantly burning fires in the substance of passion itself. It’s delightfully overwhelming. The interaction that follows allows for deeper connection between the two characters as what at first might have been a casually forgery reveals the possible fingerprint of the artist from a woman who may be more deeply troubled that she appeared at first glance. Truth. Beauty. Comedy. This is a fun and cozy night in the presence of art.
Boulevard Theatre’s concert reading of Bakersfield Mist runs through Nov. 30 at Plymouth Church on 2717 East Hampshire. For more information, visit Boulevard Theatre online.
Suspense in a Small Space
Amber Regan in STRANGER IN THE ATTIC with Off the Wall.
Murder and suspense inhabit a small stage this month as Off the Wall stages a production of the psychological thriller Stranger in the Attic. Directed by Dale Gutzman from a script by John Kaasik, Stranger in the Attic is a tight, little drama set in the home of a true crime writer. The script is an excellent, little dip into the thriller genre complete with numerous plot twists the rather pleasantly and playfully stretch the bounds of believability. The cast assembled under Gutzman keeps the characters interesting enough to overcome any silliness in the script.
Robert Zimmerman plays an author named Brian. As the play opens, he’s seated there at his ever-present computer working away on something. His wife Dana (Amber Regan) is reading his latest work. He wants to know what she thinks. She’s reluctant to tell him. There’s some concern about his past--his first wife who went missing some time ago. Concerns of the past mix with mysteries of the present as a mysterious stranger named Kendrick (Coltyn Vondeylen) pops by to request that Brian write about a murder that has yet to happen. Kendrick intends to kill Brian’s neighbor.
Not everything in Kaasik's script works perfectly. Some of the dialogue sounds awkward. Structurally, though, it’s quite sound. The plot twists feel quite natural. Anyone familiar with the genre can anticipate what’s going to happen. There aren’t many stray details in the script that don’t feed right back into the plot. It’s a fun night at the theatre the breezes by pretty quickly on a cold autumn night.
Zimmerman and Regan provide suitable emotional depth. Husband and wife seems vulnerable enough to care about. Vondeylen’s approach to the role of the killer is interesting. He’s written to be a cold, calculating sociopath. Vondeylen goes against the grain a bit on this by allowing anger and passion to surface even when it’s not entirely necessary. An emotionally affectless manipulator might have been more chilling as a villain and a bit more on-brand with lead villains in these sorts of suspense thrillers. Vondeylen’s passion in the role allows even the villain to come across with great vulnerability. This compromises the moody integrity of a the genre a bit, but Zimmerman, Regan and Vondeylen have a compelling dynamic that keeps the plot moving along.
The central trio are supported by some interesting figures in the periphery. James Feeley has a brash confidence about him as Brian and Dana’s new neighbor. He’s a cordial man who has seems to have a very disturbing relationship with his wife. (A very compellingly troubled Caitlin Kujawski Compton.) Teddi Gardener rounds out the cast as a steely, precise man who is quickly drawn-into the convoluted revelations of Brian’s life.
Off the Wall Theatre’s production of Stranger in the Attic runs through Nov. 10 on 127 E. Wells St. For ticket reservations and more, visit Off the Wall online.
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By thewellesleynews Letters to the Editor, Opinions October 26, 2014
We are writing this letter because we have been shocked by the accusations that have been publicly leveled at Charles Bu by a member of our community. We see this not simply as a matter between two individuals, Charles Bu and Tom Cushman, but as one that endangers the standing of an entire group: persons of Asian descent. We are concerned by both the substance and the wording of the allegation contained in the article, “Policing University Partnerships in Authoritarian Countries” (New York Times, Oct. 5, 2014), even in the “corrected” version. Most of all, however, we are concerned by the dangerous assumptions that lie behind this allegation: assumptions that directly affect the lives of a large portion of the Wellesley community.
The charge made against Charles Bu, of “promoting the agenda of the Communist Party,” stems from a belief that is all too familiar in American history. The belief that people of Asian descent, by virtue of their race, cannot at heart be loyal citizens led directly to the internment of 120,000 Japanese Americans after Pearl Harbor on the grounds of national security. The majority of them were U.S. citizens; many were young children. Historians have since shown that there was no basis for the charge that Japanese Americans would have spied for the Japanese government. Nevertheless, these persons were deprived of their rights, their property, and their dignity on the basis of such reasoning. More recently, the case of the Taiwanese-American scientist Wen-Ho Lee, wrongfully accused of espionage for the Chinese government, jailed and put into solitary confinement, reminds us of this truth: that accusations of disloyalty are the most pervasive, and the most dangerous form of hostile treatment that Asian Americans as a group continue to face today.
We are deeply troubled by the implication contained in an email sent to all faculty on Oct. 22 (see below) that an Asian American who disagrees with one particular faculty member’s political beliefs is not in control of his or her own actions or words, and is merely an instrument of a foreign regime. According to this line of “reasoning”, any faculty or student at Wellesley of Asian descent who does not actively identify herself as an anti-Communist dissident and supporter of one particular political project, stands under suspicion of being a disloyal American.
Such words and behavior, whether intended or not, are creating a dangerous and toxic environment at Wellesley for members of our community of widely varying backgrounds and convictions, and most of all for those who are of Asian descent. If unchallenged, they are likely to damage our reputations and our lives, and the reputations and lives of our students and our children. We wish to make clear that we reject such pernicious forms of thought.
Yoon Sun Lee
Jim Kodera
Karen Shih
Anastasia Karakasidou
Marty Magid
Marianne Moore
Barbara Beatty
Kaye Peterman
Takis Metaxas
Catia Confortini
Megan Kerr
Hahrie Han
Wini Wood
Phil Hirschhorn
Phil Kohl
Mingwei Song
Alan Shuchat
Bill Joseph
Flick Coleman
David Haines
Sun-Hee Lee
Ellen Widmer
Margery Sabin
Tak Matsusaka
Pat Giersch
Eve Zimmerman
Yu Jin Ko
Joy Renjilian-Burgy
Michael Jeffries
Elena Creef
David Teng-Olsen
Flavia Laviosa
David Ward
Margaret Carroll
Salem Mekuria
Roxanne Euben
*”Certainly [Bu] had the right to do [question Xia’s record], but so too did those of us who were defending Xia have the right to ask the question of Bu’s actions: cui bono?
I will leave it to readers to surmise whether such actions, whatever else Professor Bu thought he was doing, constitute acts of agency on Professor Bu’s part, and whom they benefitted. It certainly was not my colleague and co-author, Dr. David Yeliang Xia.” (Tom Cushman, email communication to all faculty, Oct. 22, 2014, emphasis added)
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Newsletter October 2020 – M&E
by Becki Shenton
It is prudent to repeat the provisos that are currently essential for us, at Wenlock Health & Safety Ltd (WHS), to be able to hold our usual full complement of courses, so please take careful note of the following:
Maximum 6 delegates per course
Lunch cannot be provided
Full details of both the precautions we have taken and what is expected from the candidates are issued with the joining instructions for each course
Please be reassured that we have established strict measures within the building and training room to reduce risks. As they have been kept fully informed of these measures, CITB and the awarding body for first aid courses have given their full consent for all courses to take place in person.
In return, we would ask the following: As we are so severely limited to the reduced number of places for the foreseeable future, it is important for WHS to ensure full attendance. We therefore ask please that, once booked, courses and places are not cancelled.
In addition, if any organisation requires attendance at their own premises for 6 or more employees, a specific course can be arranged at a date and time to suit provided that suitable Covid-specific precautions can be agreed at the point of booking.
WHS 1-day (6 hours) Emergency First-Aid at Work courses, run with very strict Covid-specific controls, are scheduled as follows; those who need to attain or renew first-aid certification are advised to book places as quickly as possible as, although we have included additional dates, demand will obviously be high.
15 October 2020 FULLY BOOKED
Cost: £85 + VAT per person
As usual, please contact Vicki at Wenlock Health & Safety Ltd (WHS) on 01952 885885 or enquiries@wenlockhs.co.uk or vicki@wenlockhs.co.uk to book places
CITB Courses
Please be aware that CITB specifies that candidates must be available to attend each session within the course; failure to do so may require a repeat course.
And attendance is vital, not only because it affects the candidate personally, but also because it can seriously affect others. As highlighted in the previous newsletters, because of CITB rules, we may be forced to cancel a course ON THAT MORNING if some candidates don’t turn up.
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
Duration: 5 days; 1 day per week
13, 20, 27 November, 4 & 11 December 2020 (Fridays) FULLY BOOKED
15, 22, 29 January, 5 & 12 February 2021 (Fridays)
1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 March 2021 (Monday)
Cost: £495 + VAT per person
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Refresher
22 & 23 October 2020 (Thursday & Friday) FULLY BOOKED
7 & 8 December 2020 (Monday & Tuesday)
8 & 9 February 2021 (Monday & Tuesday)
14 & 15 April 2021 (Wednesday & Thursday)
Cost: £265 + VAT per person (10% discount when booking 2 or more people)
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)
20 & 21 October 2020 (Monday & Tuesday) FULLY BOOKED
2 & 3 November 2020 (Monday & Tuesday) FULLY BOOKED
11 & 12 January 2021 (Monday & Tuesday)
10 & 11 March 2021 (Wednesday & Thursday)
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Refresher
23 November 2020 (Monday)
13 January 2021 (Wednesday)
CITB 1-Day Health & Safety Awareness
7 January 2021 (Thursday)
2 March 2021 (Tuesday)
Duration: 3 days (Wednesday to Friday)
7, 8 & 9 October 2020
COSHH / EH40
EH40, the HSE document detailing exposure limits for hazardous substances and upon which COSHH data sheets and assessments are reliant, was updated earlier this year. WHS has now reviewed all generic COSHH assessments and an updated version of the assessment for Hardwood Dust is attached to this newsletter.
Those WHS customers who have requested specific COSHH assessments in the past will need to be guided by their WHS advisor at the point of their annual documents review; some may need a complete revision to ensure legal compliance with current COSHH standards.
COVID & RELATED ISSUES
As you’ve obviously understood from the ever-changing Government guidance and restrictions, Covid HAS NOT GONE AWAYI!!
At this point, who can be blamed for allowing the pandemic to take such a hold in the UK is irrelevant; the facts are that the infection and death rates are still rising and likely to rapidly rise still further as the cold weather approaches. If any of you has had personal experience of a relative or friend hospitalised because of Covid, you will know just how awful this virus can be. It is NOT ‘just another flu’ and no way can patients ‘pull themselves together’ to get well; such casual talk is, not only totally inaccurate, it is hurtful to those who have lost people they love.
So let’s just get a grip; follow what the Government says (a lot of which is legally binding), but also use your common sense. The basic rules of:
wash hands
cover the face
STILL apply, both at work and in public places. To assist employers, ample guidance is given on the HSE’s website: https://bit.ly/3j5bNdy
Follow the guidance; if you don’t, you now run the very real risk of being shut down either by the authorities or because a Covid outbreak results; spot checks are being carried out nationwide – you have been warned!
REPORTING COVID-19 UNDER RIDDOR
Understandably, there is a lot of confusion over when to report Covid cases within the workforce under RIDDOR. The first thing to stress is that RIDDOR applies to workplace accidents, incidents and ill health; if Covid (or any other disease) is contracted from within an employee’s private environment, RIDDOR is not applicable. Having said that, if other employees then contract Covid within the workplace, RIDDOR most definitely applies.
The rules, as laid down by the HSE, for the RIDDOR reporting of Covid are summarised as follows:
an accident or incident at work has, or could have, led to the release or escape of coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2); this must be reported as a dangerous occurrence
a person at work (a worker) has been diagnosed as having COVID-19 attributed to an occupational exposure to coronavirus; this must be reported as a case of disease
a worker dies as a result of occupational exposure to coronavirus; this must be reported as a work-related death due to exposure to a biological agent
Further details can be found on the HSE’s website: https://bit.ly/2FMxNMe
COVID ISN’T THE ONLY THING THAT CAN KILL!
It has become evident that the emphasis on Covid has been to the detriment of other health & safety considerations. WHS has had to deal with many more accidents (some very serious) since March, and the increase in the accident rate appears to be gathering pace, particularly relating to work at height. And we’re highlighting this from our experience only; if this pattern is repeated throughout the construction industry, the number of fatalities and serious injuries will prove to be catastrophic for 2020/21.
WHS is seeing faults that hark back to 30 or 40 years ago – e.g. missing handrails and boards on scaffold, broken and slippery ladders, unsupported excavations. May we remind you that, yes, Covid is serious but so is general health & safety; the HSE is still prevalent and you will still be prosecuted if there is a serious accident. And, let’s face it, sites should now actually be safer than ever before because of the thought that’s had to go into organising the work to be Covid-safe!
And another issue that’s reared its head in relation to Covid is Legionella. We have warned in previous newsletters that, if premises have been left empty and/or unattended because of Covid (or any other reason), it is a legal requirement incumbent on those in control of the buildings (including landlords) to ensure that it is safe to return; water systems (such as hot & cold water and air-conditioning systems) may have to be purged or otherwise checked to ensure the Legionella bacterium isn’t present. And predictably, there have now been outbreaks of legionella in the West Midlands and elsewhere, e.g: https://bit.ly/2Hgc4fN
The danger here is that Legionella symptoms are almost the same as for Covid, and therefore cases may well be wrongly diagnosed. So extra care must be taken to ensure that the risks of this equally dangerous disease are properly controlled. The HSE has issued specific guidance on their website: https://bit.ly/2HiJQB5
It reiterates quite clearly that (quote):
If your building has been closed or had reduced occupancy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, water system stagnation can occur due to lack of use, increasing the risks of Legionnaires’ disease.
You should review your risk assessment and manage the legionella risks when you:
reinstate a water system or start using it again
restart some types of air conditioning units
If the water system is still used regularly, maintain the appropriate measures to prevent legionella growth.
And let’s not hear any of the ridiculous chat that has subsequently circulated on social media – that you can contract Legionella from the wearing of masks ‘because they can become damp’. There is absolutely no basis whatsoever to this ‘theory’ and this type of loose talk can only hinder the efforts to combat both Legionella and Covid. Legionella comes from a bacterium that can propagate when water systems are allowed to sit undisturbed at certain temperatures; it cannot develop on masks unless infected droplets have landed on them in the first place (i.e. from an infected water system.
Having said that, masks should not be allowed to get damp, that’s just common sense; change them regularly!
HSE NEWS
HSE INSPECTION INITIATIVE
The HSE will be carrying out targeted nationwide inspections between 5 and 30 October 2020 as part of a wider initiative to support the HSE’s strategy towards better employee health, and to help get people safely back to work and thereby support our economic recovery.
As with previous health initiatives, the focus of the inspections will be respiratory risks; however, this particular initiative will also cover Covid-security as the disease is obviously viewed as a major health risk. A specific section related to both the current initiative and to health risks in construction can be found on the HSE’s website; it is in your interests to read the contents and to download and follow all relevant guidance:
https://bit.ly/2RStPE4
The HSE has issued a Safety Alert concerning the use of gas detector sample tubes following a recent incident that resulted in an explosion and a fatality. Preceding hot works, a gas detector had failed to detect a flammable atmosphere because the wrong tube had been selected. Full details of the case, including action required to avoid such accidents, can be found on the HSE’s website:
https://www.hse.gov.uk/safetybulletins/failure-to-detect-dangerous-gas.htm
If you have need to use gas detection equipment, it is vital that you read the document and consult the additional guidance documents specified, particularly: https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/gasdetector.pdf
ACCIDENT STATISTICS 2019/20
The HSE has released the final UK fatality statistics for 2019/20, and they show the lowest number of fatalities since records began; a total of 111, down from 147 the previous year.
So we should be patting ourselves on the back yes? NO, not in construction! 30 people died within the construction industry during 2018/19; but this last year showed a huge 33% increase to 40, 36% of the total (up from 20% the previously year), which is absolutely inexcusable!
And, predictably, the most common cause for fatalities was work at height.
If our observations about increasingly lax general safety standards on site (see above) are correct, we are heading for a further massive increase in construction fatalities which will, inevitably, result in more misery in terms of both human life and business costs. After all the construction industry has done since the advent of CDM (1994) to vastly improve project planning and safety standards, it is absolutely shameful that we’ve gone so drastically backwards.
BRITISH STANDARDS CONSULTATION
British Standards are inviting comments on the proposed changes to BS7671:2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations IET Wiring Regulations (Chapters 1-45). It is proposed that Regulation 133.1.3 (selection of equipment) be modified and that certain usage of equipment will need to be recorded of the appropriate electrical certification in Part 6. The deadline for comments is 11 December 2020.
FREE PASMA TRAINING
In partnership with PASMA, One Call Training Ltd are offering anyone on Job Seekers allowance or receiving Universal Credits FREE PASMA training on any of its courses until 30 December 2020. There are no strings attached; all that is required is proof of the candidate’s situation and that there are spaces still available.
Please note though, that the company is based in Derby so location may be an issue. However, this is an altruistic and welcome offer so, if anyone is interested, please contact Doug Ball direct on 07814-422362.
OUR AGING WORKFORCE
With the advances of medical science and the loosening of retirement age restrictions, we are inevitably working longer. Employees may welcome this as a way to retain an income for longer; employers may welcome this as a way to retain skills. However, we need to be fully aware of the potential drawbacks.
All employers are duty-bound to ensure employees are ‘fit for work’, in other words they are fit and capable enough to carry out the tasks required without risks to themselves or others. If an employee develops a medical condition, inhibited eyesight or hearing, loss of strength, loss of perception, etc, this will obviously impact on his or her ability to work safely and tasks will have to be re-assessed.
Within construction, this is a particular issue as, not only do the tasks generally require a good level of fitness and capabilities, but also because almost half (47%) of the workforce is now over 45. And it’s a fact that, the older an employee is, the more likely he/she is to die at work; those between 60 and 65 are twice as likely to be killed in the workplace. And the disturbing fact is that many site workers are now aged over 65.
We all understand the sensitivity of telling an older, possibly very loyal, employee that it’s time for him/her to retire. But never forget that the employer owes the employee a legal duty of care to safeguard his/her wellbeing. So, if it is impossible to find safer tasks and retirement is the only option because of inhibited capabilities, then it has to be so. Be realistic; carry out a personal risk assessment for the employee. An accident resulting from an employee’s inhibited capabilities will result in prosecution of the employer.
THIS IMPORTANCE OF COMPETENT ADVICE
A safety consultant, Clive Weal, has been prosecuted and ordered to pay £1400 for not being suitably qualified or competent to give advice on noise, vibration and hazardous substances. Weal failed to advise that paints containing isocyanates can cause asthma and that exposure to vibration was a significant issue (recommending anti-vibration gloves as an appropriate control measure); this ‘poor and incompetent advice’ resulted in the lack of meaningful remedial action and significantly risked the health of workers.
The HSE inspector stated that how those with health & safety responsibilities “achieve competence is up to them. However, they will have to be able to satisfy employers that they have a sufficient level of competence for the job in hand”. Qualifications, membership of professional bodies and regular CPD are all essentials, and the lack of any such proof would leave the individual open to HSE criticism or (as in this case) prosecution.
WHS obviously acts externally on your behalf to establish suitable and appropriate health & safety systems; we are all highly qualified and members of relevant professional bodies, and we take great pains to keep up our CPD to enable us to do so. But engaging WHS is not the only legal responsibility that you, as the employer, have; you must:
Follow our guidance
Continually engage with us to ensure we are able to adequately advise you
Ensure that your own personnel are adequately trained in health & safety; this applies particularly to the person responsible within your company, whether this be a director or a specifically appointed health & safety manager
Take another look internally; is your internal health & safety management suitably competent to carry out the necessary legal duties, does he/she know what those duties are, or at least what to ask of us and when? WHS can only go so far; the rest is (under the law) up to you.
A 34-year-old cleaner, Celia Seymour, died after breathing in bleach fumes whilst cleaning the upstairs bathroom of her own property; she collapsed as her friend arrived and, despite CPR, died 4 days later. It is believed that she may have mixed two cleaning products, with the result that the fumes were found to be ‘overpowering’ and triggering a severe asthma attack.
So how is that relevant to you? Despite this being a tragic death in a domestic property, such dangers exist at work as well. We have warned many times before about the dangers of bleach and the mixing of cleaning products, and have always advised that bleach is not used at all to avoid such risks; all our customers have a COSHH assessment to that effect in their health & safety pack. And, now that we are all cleaning our workplaces more frequently (or we should be!!), there is a huge risk that such tragedies will happen at work.
This recent case should serve as a poignant warning to everyone; serious risks exist even with the most basic day-to-day functions such as cleaning, and risk assessments are legally required for ALL work for very valid reasons. Take another look at your cleaning cupboards; ensure there is no bleach, and no cleaning chemicals that can be hazardous when mixed; and ensure all cleaners are properly trained and instructed.
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Previously notified websites advising nationwide locations of AEDs (automated external defibrillators) may no longer be functioning (because of Covid?). Unfortunately, it will be down to local knowledge alone for the moment to locate your nearest AED at any given site, so do ask around – or, better still, provide your own!
With thanks to the HSE for the photographs
Given the emphasis on work at height failings and the resultant increase in fatalities as discussed above, we concentrate (yet again) on this issue alone below. However, the threat of prosecution cannot be the only motivation for complying to the Work at Height Regulations; a life and a family are destroyed each time a worker is killed or maimed, just bear that in mind.
A timely reminder: Only a thorough and competent risk assessment will identify correct controls. WHS still sees too many generic risk assessments on site; a generic risk assessment will not keep you out of court.
BAM Nuttall was fined £900,000 and sub-contractor, McNealy Brown, £65,000 (both plus costs) after a painter from a further sub-contractor, DRH, fell 3 metres through a suspended ceiling at East Croydon railway station during refurbishment work. The painter had been given induction before starting but not briefed on the risk assessments which required full body harnesses for ceiling work, nor that the materials in question were fragile. Crash decking previously installed had been removed to allow finishing work but no alternative risk mitigation measures had been established.
Crystal Architectural Aluminium Ltd was fined a total of over £49,000 after an employee fell from a tower scaffold whilst removing a large window frame at a school hall, knocking another off a ladder; both suffered serious injuries but survived. The tower had not been properly erected and the ladder was not suitable for the tasks in hand.
No business is immune; the Work at Height Regulations apply to ALL companies…
Window cleaner, Ronnie Brown (trading as Ronnie Brown Window Cleaning) was fined £20,000 plus costs after he and his employees were observed carrying out unsafe work at height 5 metres off the ground at a hair dressing salon.
The word ‘suicidal’ springs to mind!!
Haulage specialist, Speed Drop Logistics, was fined a total of over £81,500 after being spotted putting their own workers at risk by carrying out roof work on their factory with no protection against falls through the fragile roof sheeting.
Note that both these prosecutions resulted from observations alone; there had been no accidents.
And, just in case anyone is tempted to forge evidence…
Contracts manager, Mark Bray, was jailed for 2 years for, not only for failing to take reasonable care of persons on his site, but also for perverting the course of justice by forging the signature of a worker who had fallen to his death through a fragile rooflight. Bray had insisted that netting wasn’t required; the netting, which would have cost a mere £1,250 to install, would have saved Drake’s life. Bray had forged Drake’s signature to make it appear that the poor man had agreed to the work procedures.
In addition to Bray’s prison sentence, fines totalling £130,000 were levied against his employer, Roofing Consultants Ltd, and £45,000 against High Ridge Roofing Solutions Ltd who controlled the work.
We’ll leave you with this case, which is just beyond belief…
JR Scaffold Services Ltd, was prosecuted after an employee fell 8 metres from this ‘cantilevered scaffold tower’, suffering severe and life-changing injuries.
Properly constructed towers can be cantilevered if properly designed; contact PASMA for its training course: Towers with Cantilevers.
This Company had apparently carried out a risk assessment before erecting this Third World contraption (see photo)! Clearly, the risk assessment didn’t reach the correct (and legal) conclusions!
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Author Mini-view, Review, and Giveaway: Lisa Orchard and "The Starlight Chronicles"
Genre: contemporary, young adult
Publisher: esKape Press
Lark Singer is seventeen years old and already on the way to a brilliant music career. But as she and her band, Starlight, gear up for a competition, life seems to be throwing her a few curve balls. The mysteries of her past seem to be unraveling, and she’s no longer certain she wants to know those answers or how knowing about her past will affect her difficult relationship with her mother. And when her best friend, Bean, changes things between them, all her plans for a musical future are placed in jeopardy. How can she balance her complicated personal life to keep her musical goals on track?
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Guys, I had great plans to finish this collection this weekend, but life got in the way, so I will be reviewing the first book of the collection today. I'll update this post after I finish it with a review of the whole series.
The Starlight Chronicles is told through the eyes of Lark Singer, a teenager whose greatest dream is to become a star and get out of her small town for good. Talented, scrappy, and guarded, it's almost impossible not to empathize with her and grow to like her. Yo-yoing between a volatile relationship with her mother, who refuses to give her the information she desires, and attending a school where everyone knows her secret, Lark's one joy is music; playing with her band and preparing for a music competition that could change everything.
"Gideon Lee", the first book in the collection, is a good set up for the series. It definitely leaves you wanting to read the next one. While it can get slightly repetitive at times, Lark's story is compelling and told with real emotions and feelings slashed across the page. Her struggle with not knowing who her father is and dealing with the secrets of others, mainly her mother and her best friend, is difficult for her and makes it easy to empathize with her.
This is a contemporary YA book and there is mild language in this book but nothing that seemed to take away from the story.
I give this book 4 stars.
FTC Disclosure ex.: A review copy of this book was provided via SLB Tours.
Tell us a bit about yourself and your writing. (How did you get started? How many books have you written? Where are you on your writing journey?)
I’ve known I wanted to be a writer since fifth grade, but it wasn’t until I made the decision to stay home with my children that I was able to pursue my dream.
I started out with the Super Spies series. There are three books in the series, so far, and I’ve just come up with an idea for the fourth book. They’re mysteries/thrillers and I’ve received rave reviews on them.
My next series is The Starlight Chronicles. There are also three books in this series. This series is the coming of age story of Lark Singer and her quest to become a musician. It chronicles her journey through the twists and turns of her quest.
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What have you read lately that you would recommend?
I finished a great book a couple of months ago. It is titled “Untwine,” and it’s written by Edwidge Dantecicat. It’s a Young Adult Novel about dealing with loss.
What book are you featuring today?
I’m featuring the Starlight Chronicles Boxed Set today. All three books in the series are on sale for $.99! The ebook version.
If you could tell people who are going to read/have read your books one thing, what would it be?
Keep me on your radar. I’ve become a writing fiend and I’ve got more books on the way!
Lisa Orchard grew up loving books. She was hooked on books by the fifth grade and even wrote a few of her own. She knew she wanted to be a writer even then. Her first published works are the “Super Spies Series.” These stories revolve around a group of friends who form their own detective squad and the cases they solve. “The Starlight Chronicles,” is the next series that Lisa created with musical misfit, Lark Singer as her main character.
Lisa resides in Michigan with her husband, Steve, and two wonderful boys. Currently, she’s working on the next book in the Starlight Chronicles Series along with a few new ideas that may turn into stand-alone novels. When she’s not writing she enjoys spending time with her family, running, hiking, and reading.
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Koch brothers caught trying to steal the election
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News broke last week that a Koch brothers-funded group is under investigation in North Carolina for attempting to steal the election. There are three things I need you to know.
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I went door-to-door with CREDO SuperPAC volunteers in Durham last week. Our message about Republican extremist Thom Tillis is resonating.
When we tell voters that Republican Senate candidate Thom Tillis defunded his state's public schools, closed women's health clinics and lifted the ban on fracking, they are fired up to go vote against him.
But the problem is that a lot of these voters didn't know what was at stake in this election until our conversation on their door step. Up to 40% of the voters who turned out to elect President Obama won't vote in 2014 unless we mobilize them to turn out and vote against Republicans.
If the Koch brothers campaign workers get to these voters before we do, they may suppress their votes and steal this election.
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Our North Carolina SuperPAC organizers have witnessed these shady activities on the ground in African-American neighborhoods and subsequently reported these voter suppression activities to their local Board of Elections.
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Thursday, June 11, 2020 by The Guild / Frontier Reporter,News
Buffalo Newspaper Guild members voted 65-2 on April 10 in favor of a tentative agreement that will allow Buffalo News management to furlough Guild members across the board, for the first time.
The approval of the agreement reflects member support for a plan the Guild bargaining team devised, which mitigates financial losses to members with little-to-no cost to the company.
It also reflects the mutual concern of both management and the Guild about the paper’s financial state, during the Covid-19 pandemic. A week later, Guild members in the Typographical Unit representing Prepress employees at The Buffalo News voted unanimously on April 17 in favor of a tentative agreement that will allow Buffalo News management to furlough most members for up to five weeks.
The agreement enables Prepress members to not only gain financially, in most cases, due to New York’s enhanced unemployment benefits, but it also saves the company about $45,000 above and beyond the two-week furlough directive laid out by Lee Enterprises.
“These furloughs will create working hardships on everyone at the paper,” Guild president Sandra Tan said. “Staffing is already thin across departments, so those of us taking up the slack for absent colleagues will bear heavy burdens. With the coronavirus threat continuing to grow, we need the community to recognize how important the local journalism we produce really is.”
She also cautioned that furloughed Guild members may wind up waiting weeks for their unemployment benefits to arrive, given the breakdowns in the state unemployment system. Though these benefits are retroactive, she urged all furloughed members to bear this in mind and to budget carefully.
In exchange for The News meeting the Guild bargaining team’s requirements that it mitigate financial hardship for members, we met our commitment to engage in intense-but-swift negotiations.
The bargaining team and Executive Committee brought forward the tentative agreement for a membership vote quickly enough to enable the company to begin scheduling furloughs next week. The agreements allow all Guild members in Editorial/Sun, Accounting, Inside Circulation and District Managers to be furloughed for two weeks between April 13 and June 28.
Furloughs for the Typographical Unit run began April 20 and also run through June 28. In most cases, employees will be furloughed for two weeks and may volunteer to be furloughed for up to three additional weeks for a total of five. Two key elements played a role in the ratification of the tentative agreement for the Guild:
The availability of enhanced unemployment benefits being offered in New York State, as part of the federal stimulus package, that will enable many Guild members to suffer no loss of pay.
The willingness of The News to allocate money to help bridge the gap between what higher-paid Guild members would receive in unemployment and what they would have received in their regular paychecks.
A $12,500 pool of funds will be created, in part, by allowing some Guild members in Editorial to volunteer for an additional week of furlough. The savings from the additional week will be redistributed as income to other Guild members facing an income loss. The Guild estimates that money will cover about half the difference between unemployment income and lost wages for affected Guild members.
The agreement also ensures that all other Guild employee benefits will be unaffected. A key element of the agreement for the Typographical Unit is that the company will cover 100% of the employees’ contributions toward their health care costs for every additional week of furlough an employee takes beyond the first two weeks. This is particularly important for Prepress members since many contribute 30% or more toward their weekly health care premiums and would have otherwise been forced to pay back huge sums to the company upon their return from furlough, creating a major financial hardship.
The furloughs will have no impact on the accrual of vacation time or count against an employee’s benefits for 2021. All employees will be returned to their previous positions and dayside or night shifts when furloughs are completed. For any working Prepress employee who cannot be furloughed, which currently consists of a single employee whose change in job status would trigger a major financial pension liability for The News, the Guild successfully negotiated with the company to elevate an employee’s pay for two weeks so the employee will not receive less income on the job than if the individual was furloughed.
The bargaining teams for the furlough agreements included Tan, Vice President Aaron Besecker, Secretary Keith McShea, Typographical Steward Karen Hipp and Guild Administrator Kim Leiser. In negotiating both furlough agreements with management over two weeks, the Guild committed to moving swiftly and seriously if it had a partner in management open to compromise and creative solutions.
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“My father was fascinated with the phenomenon and our special quality time together was spent watching Bigfoot movies and exploring together.” -- Ranae Holland
Its been a Ranae Holland kind of week. On January 6th Ranae was exclusively interviewed by San Diego Gay and Lesbian News. This is a great article expanding on her father's interest in Bigfoot. It seems Bigfoot provided special opportunities to connect with each other.
SILVER SPRING, Md. – For years, Americans have been intrigued with the possibility that half-ape, half-human creatures live in the vast uninhabited areas of our continent. The “Bigfoot” phenomenon has been the subject of or mentioned in numerous books and movies as well as throughout pop culture for generations.
While there is no scientific evidence to prove … or disprove … the existence of the Sasquatch, the search for such creatures goes on. Animal Planet has given its viewers the opportunity to watch a team of scientists on their quest in “Finding Bigfoot,” which just began its second season on air.
San Diego Gay & Lesbian News obtained an exclusive interview with Ranae Holland, who is one of four cast members, and is known as the skeptic of the group.
Holland, who is an out lesbian, said that her relationship with “Bigfoot” dates to her childhood.
“Growing up in South Dakota in the 1970s, I remember the ‘Bigfoot’ craze that existed at that time,” she said. “My father was fascinated with the phenomenon and our special quality time together was spent watching Bigfoot movies and exploring together.”
Holland said that later on, she became a biologist and when her father passed away in 2003, she stumbled across some of his “Bigfoot” paraphernalia.
“I had flashbacks to the special times I spent with my father and I really wanted to find Bigfoot,” Holland said.
Holland became involved with The Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO), which is said to be the only scientific research organization exploring the sasquatch mystery.
“I didn’t believe in Bigfoot, but I had those memories with my dad and I wanted to honor that,” said Holland, who was introduced to Animal Planet’s show through BFRO.
When asked why she thinks people have been so fascinated with the Bigfoot phenomenon over the years, Holland believes that it has to do with the human psyche.
“People are curious about the unknown, making the study of this become larger than life,” she said. “Besides, the scientific method is rooted in questioning the status quo.”
How she arrived at her beliefs about Sasquatch
While Holland remains a non-believer … or at least skeptical, she recounted some interesting experiences which caused her to question her own beliefs in the existence of Sasquatch.
“We were in a very remote area of the Olympic Peninsula of Washington, sent in to areas that no human being would have any good reason to go to,” Holland recalled. “After finding about 30 samples, I saw a one-time flash of black fur. I was leading [the group] and when I came around the ridge line, I looked over my shoulder to make sure the team was OK, and along the opposite side of the river there was an opening in the canopy cover where I saw a flash of black fur pop through.
“Now, this just means that I saw a black animal running by,” said the skeptical Holland, who remains open-minded about the possibility of finding a Sasquatch.
Speaking out in favor of tolerance
“People need to be able to respectfully disagree about the concept and remember that it’s all about tolerance,” she said.
On the subject of tolerance, Holland said that she has not encountered much intolerance within the scientific community, recognizing that it does exist.
“I don’t find it necessary to discuss [being a lesbian] as I have matured and developed a competent sense of self,” said Holland, who noted that she tries not to concern herself with societal norms.
She did say, however, that people should be able to live openly and freely and not have to hide who they are. “We live in a society that still has an intolerant community and dragging people into the closet is reprehensible. LGBTQ rights are basic, civil rights,” she said.
Holland said she believes that women have more of an uphill battle within the scientific community, and that more people from marginalized communities need to come forward within the field.
“This shouldn’t even have to be a question, but because we are still fighting for these basic civil rights and acceptance, people need to come forward,” Holland said.
She offered advice for those who wish to enter into the field of biology or science, especially those in the LGBTQ or other marginalized communities:
“First and foremost know yourself, love yourself, and follow your passions. If your passion is conservation, the environment, physical sciences, or whatever it may be, find that person that you love and believe in and make them your mentor,” Holland suggested. “If you are LGBTQ, find a professional mentor, but also find a personal mentor. I recognize that I was surrounded by a community where I didn’t have to hide and this is recognition of the advocates that came before me.”
Bigfoot legend remains huge in pop culture
Although Holland’s interest in the Bigfoot craze stemmed for her father’s fascination with it in the 1970s, she thinks people are just as curious today as they were in 1977, when movies like “Sasquatch, The Legend of Bigfoot” were produced.
“[Pop culture] things come and go in waves. I think for myself, at the age that I was 30 years after my first introduction, it came full circle,” she said. “With the new technology that exists today people are still asking ‘why haven’t we found one yet?’”
Holland thinks that “Bigfoot” is an opportunity to reach out to children who are at the age where anything seems possible.
“All of my best memories from childhood are remembering seeing my dad’s eye get so big when he talked to me about all the things that were possible,” Holland said. “When our team goes to town hall meetings when we are out on the road, what keeps me going is seeing all of the fathers (and mothers) that come to the meetings with their young kids, wide-eyed, making that connection together. I get choked up sometimes seeing that.”
“Finding Bigfoot” airs at 10 pm Sundays on Animal Planet. For more information, click HERE. Follow Ranae on Twitter at @SkeptiScientist.
SRC: http://sdgln.com/news/2012/01/05/lesbian-biologist-cult-hit-finding-bigfoot-spills-the-beans%20
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Anonymous Feb 23, 2012, 11:09:00 PM
Great article. While I watch the show (Finding Bigfoot), I must (sadly) say that the BFRO in general and Matt Moneymaker in particular have lost much of their credibility. Moneymaker's outrageous & oft times comically ridiculous claims and behavior firmly establishes his membership in a very select group of Sasquatch chasing clowns (Tom Biscardi, Ivan Marx, et.al.) and if the BFRO is not to be thought of as the BSRO, Moneymaker has to be either muzzled or ditched. He is doing for Sasquatch research what Rosie Ruiz did for the Boston Marathon.
BTAIM, I commend Ranae for standing firm on her convictions. Hang in there Ms. Holland
Anonymous Mar 24, 2013, 8:36:00 PM
Bigfoot rocks and your just jealous that you dont have the nuts to grill bacon,
Let out calls and urinate on trees in the middle of bumfuck nowhere at all hours of the night in search of the worlds most elusive and beautiful creature..
Rock on bfro forever!
Really enjoy the show on Animal Planet. Very excited and happy to hear that you will be doing another season. I have more confidence in Moneymaker than the person in the previous comment. It's not easy to hunt these very elusive and highly socialized creatures. Hoping that one day soon the team will get lucky and get some great evidence.
Anonymous Mar 8, 2012, 7:34:00 PM
ranae i think your cool someones gotta keep the others in line jeez if i hear "its a squatch" from matt one more time cuz he heard a twig fall or saw a dead deer, bird chirp or saw his own foot print im gonna give up on squatch and be a non believer
Anonymous Nov 8, 2012, 2:41:00 AM
Renee's being lesbian is gross and I cringe when I watch the sho. I love the show but whenever I see this Dyke it kind of morally makes me sick.
Mrs.ManyCats Nov 12, 2012, 3:04:00 PM
Ms Holland scientific analyse is you should be concerned about, her personnel life none of your business. I could care less about. I support the right for a person to have their own sexuality. LGTQ Me, I'm straight and married. Now back to the show --- I don't think anybody is going to completely satisfied about Sasquatch until we have a corpse. In the wild. animal remains get eaten and widely scattered. So no corpse, so we're stuck.
She reminds me of Wheres Waldo!!!!
Dianne Schenk Nov 26, 2012, 2:30:00 PM
Anonymous who said Ranae's "being lesbian is gross"....get a life. If you don't like her, don't watch the show. She is who she is and she doesn't need your permission or judgment. Live and let live. Or change the channel. Geez.
Anonymous Jan 31, 2013, 3:06:00 AM
Your ignorance makes me sick.
Why do you care about homosexuality??
There are plenty of legitimate things to be "morally sick" about, including sexually abusing children, and raping women.
Anonymous Nov 10, 2013, 11:05:00 PM
Isn't that what gays do?
well put mrs.manycats.. seriously, who gives a shit bout her sexuality?!
lilwhtgt Nov 19, 2012, 3:26:00 PM
i dont care what her preferences are i cant stand her she looks just like wheres waldo and is a lousy actress
her comments are insincere and unconvincing i could come up with better arguments and i believe in bigfoot and i believe she does too just by things she says and does its all bullshit anyway. i love the show but it is scripted. i mean you dont see actually how many people are out there the whole crew is about 16 people if i remember correctly you have too do that its tv. Not the real world. Like bringing an army. the only way is Goodall way.
Kitty Mar 9, 2013, 2:28:00 PM
She's a "lousy actress"? She's a scientist. In fact the only one in the group. You can't stand how she looks, but you can look at Bobo? I can tell the guys give her a hard time but they respect her. She is the credibility of the show. She's not going to say "YES, we found Bigfoot now we can all go home." which at times seems the way the rest of the group acts.
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Anonymous Dec 20, 2012, 3:43:00 PM
I think it is super fine that ranae might be gay..so what it is what is inside that matters..she is a very nice and truly enjoys the fans..
Anonymous Dec 31, 2012, 12:10:00 AM
She's lesbian? Darn it... she turns me on... i'm a straight man...
Brent S. Dec 31, 2012, 4:08:00 PM
Ranae's being a lesbian is gross? Why should it even concern you unless you're sharing a bed with her? You say it makes you "morally sick," but I wonder why you're busy thinking about it in the first place. I think you were morally sick long before finding out this woman is gay. Worry about yourself and grow the hell up.
And in case you want to disregard my opinion as coming from one of "them," I am a conservative, straight, Christian man.
Rachel T Jan 27, 2013, 12:53:00 PM
Brent S,I'm also a Christian and I do know that God does love her(Then again,He loves all sinners and since everyone has sinned,that means He loves EVERYBODY).
She's one of the more level headed members of the team. I like Bobo and he's seems like a cool dude to hand with, but its seems like everything equates to being a sasquatch with him. Maybe it's the editing. Matt seems high on himself. Cliff is well educated on the subject, with experience and seems to be well respected in the field.
In the end, Cliff and Ranae are my favorites simply because of their tendency to be fair and balanced and not quick to make an assumption on the spur of the moment.
Anonymous Jan 2, 2013, 10:04:00 AM
I love how people jump right on the "gay band wagon" saying it's ok, and there's nothing wrong.
Don't people know that the bible says to standup for what it says. instead the people that do stand up for gods word get verbally beat down.
No matter what your sexual orientation is, YOU are responsiable for what you do with it.
well and YOU are also responsible for YOUR behavior, and how you react towards others. In other words, crack open your Bible again (I have) and judge not lest ye be judged. In other words, don't do God's job for Him. He's got it in hand. Look to your own sins, stop worrying about others. (It's in there, really look)
Anonymouse Feb 18, 2013, 12:59:00 PM
I don't like Ranae at all. When I watch the show all she does is be condescending and obnoxious. After talking to 2 interviewees, she even likened a bigfoot to a moose! Give me a break. I wish they'd get rid of her. Matt is irritating as well and my faves are Bobo and Cliff.
I love the show here in Aus.It's about time that the BFRO has had the balls(parden the punt Ranae..your great)to go hunting for these elusive creatures and air there beliefs.I'm wrapt that they have come to Aus for an episode looking forward to that.Denisbro.
Guys,I,ve been listening to Muski Allen interview on the other sight.If this is legit, this will bigger than Ben Hur, Ha...Denisbro
Rachel T Mar 5, 2013, 6:30:00 AM
I met Ranae last month along with the entire cast of "Finding Bigfoot". She is a charming young woman. She spent a lot of time discussing Bigfoot with us and was most informative. I enjoyed talking to her and admired how much time she spent with each person answering questions and listening to their stories. She is wonderful!
I think you get she really cares, but she also wants to get the facts straight. You can tell she's sad when they find a bit of video or a report has been faked. She gets, it needs to be proven, and fakery just makes the entire Bigfoot hunt look bad. Sadly, the show seems to have inspired a lot of faking, but I trust her to not fall for it...she's a strong woman to have to deal with those three guys! I like how they respect her.
Anonymous who said "I dont like Ranae at all" is full of crap. And also who cares if she is lesbian? She is beautiful and still my favorite cast member on the show! Also Anonymous who met her, LUCKY!!!! I sooo want to meet her and get to know her!
Ranae is the paid skeptic. I've heard from a reliable source that she has seen a bigfoot and believes. She's acting and doing a terrible job. After almost every witness she says, "I'm having a really hard time believing...". Well I'm having a really hard time believing you Ranae. It has nothing to do with your sexuality.
I think if she really believed, she would say. She is doing this because of her dad. To her, it would not be honoring him to lie about seeing a Bigfoot. Also she probably gets SEEING a Bigfoot is not the same as PROVING there is a Bigfoot. Two totally different things. She is looking at the big picture. I know as a woman working with my local Bigfoot group it's tough at times. All males, except myself. Sometimes the wives get mad too when I go camping overnight with the guys (hello, it's smelly, dirty and I have my own tent!). She's an inspiration for women to break into this mostly male field.
Anonymous Mar 12, 2013, 12:42:00 AM
Ranae - you rock! Love you the most! You and Bobo make a great team and are hilarious together! I like all the cast members. I think they all bring a certain something to the show that balances it well. I definitely believe in BF - up in Northern MN - Little Birch Lake, we have a cabin. I remember hearing the wood knocks, the roars, the late night campfire situations of "what was that??". Our cabin is in the middle of 10 acres of woods. Its a great place! On a lake, lots of deer, never seen a bear in 25 yrs - but believe I have heard BF and thinking back, I get chills. So, from me to you, Ranae, keep on a rocking if that Bigfoot comes a knockin' !!! haha :-) Have fun with it and enjoy your success! Congrats!
Ranae is awesome! I thought this site was about Bigfoot not sexuality or the bible. You want to preach the bible on a site about finding Bigfoot?!?!?! I think you may have bigger issues than Ranae's sexuality which by the way is none of anyone's damn business but Ranae's! Talk about bigfoot people and leave Ranae's personal life alone!! Ranae is an inspiration, a scientist, and a role model for people to follow their dreams. She is obviously more educated than about 90% of the idiots leaving comments on here! Search on my squatching friend! I can't wait until you discover Bigfoot and rewrite history Ranae!
Anonymous Mar 24, 2013, 12:51:00 PM
love the show , love the cast. i dont beieve in bigfoot, but the show is entertaining....
Unknown Jul 29, 2013, 8:50:00 PM
No hesitation the plight of homosexuals is on the top of the list of social problems professed in the EU because this week a meeting is taking place in Europe to address the fact that not everyone is getting onboard with the "gay agenda. Homophobia, transphobia and other forms of sexual orientation discrimination is said to still exist in the EU on a larger scale than the Union wants to see.
I think that some of the comments that Moneymaker makes on the show are a joke. He is just that a moneymaker. The other cast members are somewhat tolerable but none of them are experts in the field. It's a reality show so if you can stomach it keep watching. Ranae can sleep with anyone she wants to, it's her business and no one should judge her for it. She is the only one on the show with half of a brain.
I like Ms. Ranae just fine. Her scientific based skepticism makes the show that much more interesting. I don't have a problem with her being a lesbian at all. My only question is why did that subject even have to be broached here? This article is about Ms. Holland and how she became interested in Big Foot research. It makes no sense to me that her sexual preference was even discussed. Boy, is this society a confused bunch!
Anonymous Dec 1, 2013, 10:03:00 PM
Oh yea fucking knew that shit from when the show started yea you all can suck it boom!!!!!!
The negative comments here make me wish I lived on another planet. Gay, straight or diagonal -- what does it have to do with Bigfoot/Sasquatch and who cares? Has Matt, Bobo, Cliff or Ranae ever mentioned or brought up anyone's sexuality on the show? Nope. Much ado about nothing...
Ranae & Cliff are the level-headed, "let's do this right", common-sense "sanity-safety-net" of the show and I personally think they are *vital* to the ongoing success of the series. Matt and Bobo are the "color" commentary and I personally think they are also *vital* to the ongoing success of the series. They are a great team and it would be a disaster if they were broken up. I wish them each all the best and hope they continue the great job they are doing with the series.
ps. Isn't it ironic that the personality who happens to be gay is responsible for keeping the others straight (as in, not jumping to conclusions).
I am a Christian. And i ove this show but know that i know she is gay... it s a struggle to see how immoral our country and world is.... all of you who say Christianity is not true or we hate ppl go to truelife.org it will (hopefully!) Change you views. Thx and God bless ya!!! :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
Mosley Jul 21, 2014, 4:09:00 PM
Why does it even matter if a person is gay do you tell people that your not? Or when I walk up to introduce myself do I say HI I'm not gay how are you. I think it's time for all you bible thumpers to love and let live and stop trying to SAVE everyone. Worry about yourself,stop bullying women in front of abortion clinics and keep your bible beliefs to yourself. I love how we have the Freedom of religion in America but we are judged as Christians and all our laws are based on Christian beliefs. I for one think the world would be better off without religion, think of how far we would be if religion hadn't been created to control the masses. There is no evidence that God exists NONE and the bible is no more factual then any story book. I'm sorry if your offended and I'm sure you think I'll be going to Hell oh well that's MY business and yours is yours so keep outta mine and I'll keep outta yours.
I am in love with Ranae. Oh yes
TJ Dec 28, 2014, 8:44:00 PM
Calling Ranea names cause she is a lesbian come on Im guessing your a man with a very small package and if your going to quote the bible it says alot of things though shalt not eat shrimp / shellfish nor have tattoos nor wear mixed fabric clothes , nor get a divorce nor eat a pig and on and on so leave her alone an focus on all your faults though shalt not judge others , Theres another bible quote ..Also to say she is a bad actress she is not an actress Einstein ,
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5/8: Luke Cheuh and Mari Inukai at Copro Gallery
Luke Chueh – “Beginnings / Endings (And Other Worthless Epiphanies)”
Mari Inukai – “Decadence”
Reception for the artists: Saturday, May 8, 2010, 8 pm – 11:00 pm
Copro Gallery
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Luke Chueh’s “Beginnings / Endings (And Other Worthless Epiphanies)” bears all the stylistic stamps Chueh’s fans have come to love. Employing minimal color schemes, simple animal characters, and a seemingly endless suite of ill-fated situations, Chueh balances cute with brute, perched on the fine line between comic and tragic.
Chueh studied graphic design at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obipso where he earned a BS in Art & Design (Graphic Design concentration). Employed by the Ernie Ball Company, he worked in-house as designer/illustrator creating award-winning designs, and was featured in the design annuals of Communication Arts and Print Magazine. As if this were not enough, Chueh also created, produced, wrote, designed, edited and published “E.X.P.”, a ‘zine dedicated to the “Intelligent Dance Music (IDM)” genre. In 2003, Chueh moved to Los Angeles to further pursue a career in design, only to join the ranks of the under-employed. He resorted to painting as a way to keep both his edge and his sanity. When the Los Angeles underground art show, Cannibal Flower, invited him to exhibit at their monthly events, Chueh began his ascent into the LA art scene. Chueh has since established himelf as the arbiter of disarmingly benign menace. Ever the designer, Chueh also has a new toy coming out through Munky King. www.lukechueh.com
Mari Inukai “Decadence“
Mari Inukai works in oil on canvas, and graphite and charcoal on paper to create a world straddling childhood and adulthood, sexuality and decadence, “between the choices I’ve made and where life has put me,” states the artist.
She draws a contrast between sweet and bitter, soft and hard, the yummiest chocolate and the deadliest poison. “Riding that line – that edge between the two – between the yin and the yang,” states Inukai.
A native of Nagoya, Japan, Inuaki came to the United States in 1995 to study art. She has since amassed a long list of credits including work for Sanrio, Disney, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon, as well as clothing and ceramic figure design. Her animated short, Blue and Orange, was an official selection at Sundance 2003 and was the Japanese Gran Prix winner at the Short Shorts Film Festival EXPO 2005. www.mariinukai.com
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2/6: Desensitized and Link closing party w/ The BillyBones at Copro Gallery
Dan Quintana, Brian Viveros “Desensitized” and Bad Otis Link “You’ll Be Sorry When I’m Dead” Closing Party with live music from The BillyBones. New art prints available.
Saturday, February 6, 2010, 6 – 10 pm
CoproGallery
Dan Quintana, Brian Viveros’s “Desensitized‘ & Bad Otis Link’s “You’ll be Sorry When I’m Dead“ exhibitions end next Saturday, February 6 with a closing party from 6:00 – 10:00 PM, featuring live music from the The BillyBones and more of the same excitement from the “Desensitized” opening reception. Come have one last look at this great art exhibition and all the films that were shown on opening night. All the giclee prints and the “Desensitized” poster will also be available. For those that can’t make it, the gallery now has the prints available online while they last and some great photos from the opening: www.copronason.com
The BillyBones at The Masque reunion, courtesy of the Artifax Records website
The BillyBones is a punk rock band from Los Angeles, California and features Steven Williams “Billy Bones” Fortuna, formerly of The Skulls, guitarist Alex Mack, bassist Drew Milford, and drummer Alex Gomez, formerly of U.S. Bombs, The Mau Maus, The Livingstons.) The BillyBones will be premiering new material from the upcoming “The Complexity of Stupidity” album produced by Steve Fishman (Deadbeats, Bent, The Stranglers) along with Skulls favorites.
Bad Otis Link has collaborated with Billy Bones on several projects. He directed the “Night of the Living Skulls” and The Skulls “On Target” video, and Billy acted in his award-winning film “The Sugar on Top.” Link also plays sax on the new The BillyBones record. www.myspace.com/thebillybones
Bad Otis Link “The Hunter“
February 3, 2010by Dionysus Records
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1/16: Copro Gallery event with Viveros and Quintana, Bad Otis Link
BRIAN VIVEROS & DAN QUINTANA “DESENSITIZED“
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Reception for the artists:
Saturday, January 16, 2010, 8 pm – 11:00 pm
This show also features the music of Joe Wood and the Lonely Ones (Joe is a former member of TSOL) and food from the Don Chow Taco Truck!
This Saturday, January 16, 8:00-11:30 PM, Copro Gallery presents “Desensitized” with the art of Brian Viveros & Dan Quintana. This is an incredible show for both artists and all the work is amazing. Its going to be a multi-media event in 5D with films being projected, soundtracks of bizarre music and sculptures as well as live music and costumed Desensitized girls. Everyone is encouraged to participate so please dress up in military gear like a Viveros or Quintana painting and get a free “Desensitized” poster. In gallery two, Bad Otis Link’s “You’ll Be Sorry When I’m Dead” which will also be in 5D with films, twisted puppets and warped art.
In a culture where we are bombarded with overwhelming visual stimuli, have we become desensitized to art? From sexual content on TV, graphic violence in the news, and flashy ads everywhere we look, obtrusive images are in constant competition for our attention. Brian Viveros and Dan Quintana are two painters whose respective backgrounds lie in creating the strong commercial imagery we see everyday, and this striking style has carried over into their fine art. Both of these artists know how to arrest your attention, and aim to captivate even the most jaded eyes.
Acting as book markers of the 20th Century, their paintings are both reflections of their own inner worlds and society at large; realms where fantasy intermingles with pop culture. Whether it be a doe-eyed beauty with a Marlboro dangling from her lips, or a Dominatrix acting as sheriff in the untamed West, in these painstakingly rendered vignettes romance battles vice and sensuality meets consumerism.
Adhering to the show’s theme, the opening reception itself will be an attack to the senses. In addition to the art on the walls, the event will feature a loop of Brian Viveros’ films “Dislandia” and “Southern,” a custom made sculpture of one of the paintings, cocktail servers costumed like the art, and the live music of Joe Wood and the Lonely Ones. Designed to open your eyes and invigorate your mind, this culmination of creativity is not to be missed.
Bad Otis Link
You’ll Be Sorry When I’m Dead
(More Junk for a World Out of Order)
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Joe Wood and the Lonley Ones
In the words of Bad Otis Link, his new show consists of works “all done wrong, perfect for our current atmosphere.” In this show, Link revisits ink and watercolor on Bristol. “I worked with these mediums in the ’80s and recently realized that I miss this style” states the artist, who puts a slightly different twist on the pieces, using more line work and less stipple than in his previous works. The show will also consist of acrylic on hardboard and some three dimensional pieces: puppets and experimental foam work. “You’ll be Sorry When I’m Dead…” is inspired, in title only, by a recent death hoax of a close friend and even more so, something Link’s mother always told him when he was young. Though there is no consistent theme to this show, Link’s work has (believe it or not) an environmental message. “I am somewhat of a realist, not in my art but in observation. I continue my attempts to illustrate how, as humans, we are so out of synch with the rest of the natural universe, noticing our human flaws and our collective mental illness and denials of the obvious, all that is wrong. I also like to inject odd little creature, birds (messengers in many ancient myths) and structures I would like to inhabit into the work” states Link.
Self-taught and self-educated, Link sharpened his distinct style in the late 70s through the mid 90s as one of Los Angeles premier and most notorious punk rock graphic artists. Link played saxophone in local punk bands while designing band logos, record covers, posters and producing merchandise for The Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Damned, Social Distortion, TSOL, The Adolescents, Danzig, The Circle Jerks, Wasted Youth, Goldenvoice Concerts and many others. In the early 90s, he designed and published the “True Life Murderers Trading Cards” which was the first set on the subject matter and attracted mass media attention. Link’s art has appeared in countless magazines, films and his projects have been praised and equally viciously attacked in the media by moralist groups and media hungry politicians. Link is entertained by the reactions of our puritan and mentally ill American culture. Aside from an occasional art exhibition, Link currently focuses his psychotic energy on filmmaking, puppet making, clothing design and directing. www.badotislink.com
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waterweed
Despite these guys being on the scene since 2003, waterweed have managed to go pretty much undetected by the hardcore crowd outside of Japan, that is until the release of their 2013 album 'CICADA' where they truly proved that they were here to change up the game. In March next year the band let loose their new EP 'Ashes', and judging from the new live videos on record label maximum10's YouTube channel, this might be the release that waterweed needs to push them over the edge and into the line of sight of the international market.
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HER NAME IN BLOOD
Fronted by the beast himself, HER NAME IN BLOOD are undoubtedly our most powerful band of 2014, with the release of their flawless self-titled album earlier in the year catching us completely off guard with it's killer riffs, delicious breakdowns, and explosive vocals from the one and only Ikepy. We're still not tired of this one, and I don't think we will be till they give us something new to sink our teeth into. The only way is up for these guys in the coming year!
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THE STARBEMS
After the members of BEAT CRUSADERS parted ways in 2010, vocalist Toru Hidaka went at it solo until re-emerging in late 2012 with an all new entourage calling themselves THE STARBEMS. Looking like they just walked out a North London pub, decked out in denim jeans, Fred Perry shirts and Dr Martens boots, this hardcore/punk troop blew us away in 2014 with the release of their four track EP 'ULTRA RENEGADES' in June, only to do it all again later in the year with their 2nd album 'VANISHING CITY'. They've already toured the US and are truly making waves up and down Japan as we speak. Here's hoping they wash up on our shores sometime in 2015 to share some of the action.
HenLee
Is it punk? Is it Emo? They call it “easycore”, we like to call it Monstermash Rock. Since these newcomers broke out their first mini-album 'Dance Pit Mother Fucker!!' back in 2013 we've kept an eye on this lot of masked sprogs, and after seeing them cause mayhem as they opened the first day of Knotfest Japan in November, we're glad we have been! Nearly missing out on a 2014 release, HenLee dropped their 2nd mini album 'DANCER'S PIT ANTHEM' (seeing a pattern emerge here?) at the end of last month and it certainly lives up to the title!
With a sound exuding that of some of Japan's biggest electronic rock and metal bands of the 90s and 2000s, newcomers CHRONOMETER have provided us with a nostalgia goldmine, with a truly worthy throwback to the old time greats of Boom Boom Satellites and Mad Capsule Markets in the form of their first album 'CONSTRUCTION OF DESTRUCTION'. With tour dates lined up for the coming year, we reckon these guys will be causing quite the ruckus by the time 2015 draws to a close.
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Business models: Pivoting to a New Normal with Tech
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on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 12:30:40 am
The Covid-19 pandemic has altered the global business landscape with unprecedented challenges. Businesses are forced to adapt and innovate their products and services for a new normal to avoid great losses.
As a result of lockdowns, more companies are quickly embracing digital technology and venturing into online marketplaces to stay in the game…or just to stay afloat.
For example, Scentre Group the owner of Westfield shopping centres in Australia and NZ saw a significant drop in numbers of shoppers amid the pandemic, turned to digital platform to meet customer demands.
They developed a platform to allow shoppers to purchase and pick up items from multiple shops in ONE transaction – all while adhering to social distancing. The click and collect service is called Westfield Direct, which is an initiative to provide the customers with a safe solution from the comfort of their home.
Having more than 350 retailers to choose from – ranging from fresh food to everyday essentials, this service allows customers to order items from multiple outlets and collect the order via contactless drive-thru at a designated area without stepping foot inside the shopping centre.
This way, shoppers can leave home to purchase multiple products in one place without leaving their car.
In Malaysia, small businesses have been severely affected by this outbreak and Grab, a ride-hailing company is shifting its focus to empower these businesses to embrace digital economy on their platform.
In partnership with the merchants to boost their income, Grab launched “Pasar” on GrabMart to enable fresh produce, poultry, meat and seafood sellers to serve their customers in a cashless and contactless way all from the comfort of their home.
This not only helps merchants to generate more income but also help customers save time and avoid crowded areas.
Grab has also initiated Grab Small-Biz Relief programme, to provide financial relief to each small biz merchants in these difficult times. This comes in the form of a rebate for every order made. These efforts have seen positive outcomes for both merchants and customers.
Koloni, a sharing company launched a Smart Locker to eliminate human contact during deliveries during this pandemic. The Smart Locker is a dockless locker that enables people to share products, deliver goods and store items.
With the recent impact from Covid-19, Koloni is working with several companies including restaurants and courier services to help provide contactless delivery solutions. Drivers can access multiple orders from a single locker via their smartphones.
This software-driven approach enables customers to collect their food delivery or parcels with zero human interaction.
While not all can afford to pivot their business model in a blink of an eye, businesses have to develop a resilience plan for the future as the final outcome of this pandemic, is still uncertain.
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One Ocean Expeditions 'restructuring' [updated]
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UPDATE: If you or your client(s) are directly affected, a Facebook page has been set up here
A mysterious, non-commital statement issued by One Ocean Expeditions today would indicate an interruption to service on the eve of the 2019/20 Antarctic season.
The statement below by MD Andrew Prossin says the company is "restructuring" in the aftermath of the loss of its two Russian-flagged vessels earlier this year.
The Canadian company's remaining vessel, RCGS Resolute, was last tracked in the port of Buenos Aires where it had sailed from about a week ago. The reason for the sudden return to port is not clear, but one source close to the company indicated a medical emergency required a crew member be disembarked urgently. This cannot be confirmed and attempts to contact the company directly have been unsuccessful. CBC, meanwhile reports "One Ocean Expeditions has been ordered by an Argentinian federal judge to stay in the port of Buenos Aires due to a 'significant debt'."
UPDATED: As of 24 Nov, RGSC Resolute is still moored in Rio
A news item posted in the local Squamish Chief would indicate the office is closed and the lights are out.
Another news item posted on the national CBC news site cites claims by staff members about late payments.
"None of us knew for years why we just constantly had issues with not being paid," said bartender and guide Ian Peck, who was eventually paid for his work.
Another former staff member, Caro St. John, says she is still owed $6,400 USD and wonders if she will ever see her money.
"We're the ones who make the experience on the boats above and beyond. And then to not pay them and not communicate with them I think is very poor management," she is quoted as saying in the article.
The company statement, meanwhile, does not include information about passenger bookings, refunds or impacts to staff members.
We will attempt to bring you updates on this situation as they come to hand.
Labels: One Ocean
It definitely wasn't a medical emergency. They couldn't pay for fuel in Puerto Madryn, which any responsible business would have known in advance and notified their passengers. There is a long line of contractors, employees, and passengers who are owed something by this company that they will never see. They haven't even bothered paying their staff for months. This press release is an attempt to deflect blame from the company itself and I would hope that this site does not enable this company to blame their own willful deceit and mismanagement on a "force majeure."
Brianelli 31 October 2019 at 03:34
Their cruise of the season was cancelled after passengers had spent 8 nights along the Argentine coast without ever starting the itinerary. A complete disaster for all who spent huge sums of money to be in the cruise to Antarctica.
Leslie Stuart 21 January 2020 at 19:56
The port of Buenos Aires has some of the best statistics on imports. That article helps with the marine knowledge.
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New Band To Burn One To: NARCOIRIS
Heavy Planet presents today's "New Band To Burn One To"...NARCOIRIS!
Fernando “Finger” Figueiras – Guitar / Vox
Mariano Bertolazzi – Bass
Sebastián “El Bonzo” Romani – Drums
What is it? A heavy rock trio inspired by the true classic rock sounds of Sabbath, Zeppelín, The Beatles and many 70s Argentinean heavy rock pioneers such as Pappo and Color Humano. It’s heavy, dark, slow but also it’s got a heavy melodic edge.
Hailing since 2006, Narcoiris was re-born in late 2008 when founding members Fernando “Finger” Figueiras and Mariano Bertolazzi –after playing many shows in the Buenos Aires area- suffered the desertion of a previous drummer, that’s when they crossed paths with old school drummer Sebastián Romani (former Stonerwitch, Buffalo and Humo Del Cairo among others) And decide to hit the road once again with a renewed approach and idea.
In less that 6 months they come up with 10 brand new songs which 6 of them are selected to be recorded for the first Narcoiris EP entitled “Cazador” released freely on the internet. Heavy, gloomy yet classic and powerful, Cazador was well received and quickly became the first taste of the band’s sound and helped to set foot into the local scene and to set the path to come. After an entire year of playing shows around the city, in 2011 Narcoiris hit the studio once again to record its first full length album. The result is “Temporal” a dense and thick album which hits harder than the previous effort with booming, dense drums, heavy dirty basses, down-tuned roaring guitars and mellow vocals, which take you back directly to the early bands of the Argentinean classic rock movement of the 70s.
Recorded entirely on 2’’ analog tape, and mastered in the US it is a powerful sample of the sound and ideas behind Narcoiris. We invite you to listen and make up your mind.
Because it’s not stoner, it’s not doom, it’s not psychedelic. It’s just rock.
"Narcoiris is apparently a band that does not lend well to genre labeling and I don't blame them. Fortunately for us this Argentinean 3-piece is well adept at combining the best elements of stoner and doom making for one hell of a heavy rock sound. With a clean vocal style and lyrics sung in their native tongue, Narcoiris pounds out some fine slow-grooved head-bobbing. If all "rock" were this good we wouldn't have to put up with shit like Nickleback and Three Days Grace."
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Labels: Argentina, Buenos Aires, Heavy Planet, Narcoiris, New Band To Burn One To
Stump February 13, 2012 at 9:32 PM
Great band Reg.
Really dig this.
RegR February 13, 2012 at 9:37 PM
Yeah me too. Can't wait to hear the full-length.
Stump February 13, 2012 at 10:47 PM
Any idea when it's coming out?
Hi guys! Sebastian form Narcoiris here, the cd`s been out since past october, you can listen to most of it here:
http://www.youtube.com/user/Christonerify/videos
And if you're interested in getting a physical copy, you can write us to narcoiris-rock@hotmail.com and we'll do our best to get you some rock!
Thank you for listening and keep rockin!
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Marty (Enzo Marcos) and Sally (Rhian Ramos) first meet in high school when she steps up and gets back at the bully making his life miserable. They have become inseparable since then. As best friends. But he wants to be more than that, despite her remaining oblivious to the fact. Just when he finally musters the strength to admit his feelings before graduation, she surprises him with her own announcement. She has a boyfriend. Nick (TJ Trinidad) is buff, a decade older, and has a cool job. Marty sees him as a nuisance, literally a giant dickhead blocking the way to his best friend’s heart. On the contrary, she sees him as her ticket out of the miserable life she has to deal with back home. As Marty becomes the couple’s secret messenger, he begins to visualize a story for his comic book gig based on the real-life heartaches he is experiencing, a tale of unrequited love amidst monsters terrorizing the world.
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Elmer (Joem Bascon) mines gold for a living. His girlfriend Linda (Mercedes Cabral) is pregnant, but hasn’t told him yet because she does not know how he’ll react. Both are contemplating marriage, but neither one wants to take the initiative to propose. Kapitana (Irma Adlawan) has been heading her small island village for the last two decades. She is also in charge of playing the role of intermediary between the townsfolk and the central bank, buying the gold and selling it on their behalf. The local livelihood is brought to a standstill when armed men arrive and arrest the miners, claiming to be working as part of the government’s environmental protection group. Kapitana then enlists the help of the mayor and DENR, but the armed men won’t yield, citing the governor as their backer. What follows is a political tug-of-war between the oppressor and the oppressed, culminating in a bloodbath that the town has never witnessed before, all because of gold.
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Coming up with a script for their new film called The Itinerary, director Rainier (Kean Cipriano) and line producer Jocelyn (Cai Cortez) attempt to woo demanding actress Eugene Domingo (Eugene Domingo) to headline their new feature. She invites them to an all-exclusive spa where they discuss various aspects of the movie from the choice of leading men all the way down to the selection of a theme song. Director and actress do not see eye to eye and square off from time to time, causing some friction in the negotiation which Jocelyn and production assistant Lennon (Khalil Ramos) try their best to mediate. On one hand, Eugene wants her comeback to be a financial success, and thus pitches ideas based on mainstream formula. On the other hand, Rainier feels that he will lose the essence of the story, based on his very own crumbling marriage, if he succumbs to her demands.
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Joon-jae’s mom and Shi-ah’s sister-in-law have a heart-to-heart talk over soju, the former about her ex-husband and the latter about her investment issues with his stepmother. His father is tricked into affixing his stamp on a doctored last will and testament. Later that day, he falls down the stairs and slips into a coma. Shim Cheong is on cloud nine after he invites her to sleep next to him. He and Park Moo disagree over his reluctance to do more scams because of her. Shi-ah then takes his mother to his house, not knowing that the two are related. They are welcomed by Shim Cheong, who saved the woman earlier from a pickpocket. Shi-ah discovers the connection soon enough, seeing a mother-and-son photo in his room. They hurry up and leave before he arrives. Another hypnosis session shows him how Dam-ryeong was sent to exile, but convinced the royal guard to turn around just in time for him to save Se-hwa from their enemy’s spear. Seeing her dead lover, she thrusts the spear into her body.
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Vince (Joshua Garcia) and James (Ronnie Alonte) are not just cousins. They are the best of friends, and this despite the similarities that they simply do not share. One is athletic and is the archetype of the varsity jock every girl on campus swoons over. What the other lacks in sportsmanship, he makes up for in words, authoring a blog called Da Vinci Quotes where he pours out his love frustrations behind the comforts of anonymity. But they do have something in common, which is their crush on Kath (Julia Barretto), the pretty Miss Engineering titleholder who is as dashing in a gown and a tiara on her head as she is valuable with a wrench and screwdriver at hand. One cousin gives way to the other and acts as a bridge instrumental in setting up the couple for a budding romance, but how long can he keep up the charade when his very own feelings start to betray him and act as his very own saboteur? Will his next blog entry be entitled Follow Your Heart or Bros Before Hoes?
WRITTEN BY: ihcahieh at 7:44:00 PM 0 creature/s gave a damn
After bringing home one first-runner up sash too many, Trisha (Paolo Ballesteros) finally wins a coveted title, that of Miss Gay Philippines. As the queens pose for a final group picture, he feels nauseated and ends up collapsing under the weight of his crown. Rushed to the nearest hospital, he no longer wakes up. What follows is an argument on who should bring home the body. His father (Joel Torre) and sister Beth (Gladys Reyes) both want to bring his corpse back home and bury him as a man, but his best friend Barbs (Christian Bables) won’t budge, arguing that he and his adopted daughter have been his only family ever since they disowned him when he came out of the closet. A glamorous life deserves a fabulous death, and Trisha’s only wish is to be transformed into a different celebrity for every night of his wake. He died beautiful, will he still be on the day of his interment?
Being one of the few foreign destinations that can be reached from Manila by plane in under two hours, Hong Kong somehow serves as the baptism of fire for budding travelers from the Philippines daring to go international. But not every Filipino who flies there does so with the intention of sightseeing or shopping. There are almost 200,000 documented domestic helpers in HK, usually in a live-in arrangement with their employers. Most of them are expected to work day and night, six days a week. But on Sundays, they are free. If ever you’ve experienced the ex-British colony on a weekend and wondered what the influx of Filipinas in the streets is all about, then this film will answer that question for you. Here is their reality. As is. No filter.
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Will and Riley are in hiding somewhere in Iceland, but his reliance on heroin to shut off his connection with Whispers is not enough. He can still track them and he also extends his threat by visiting his father back in Chicago. Nomi and Neets suffer the same fate, but count on close friends to hide their tracks. Capheus’ matatu explodes, but he gets a brand new one from his benefactor to repay him for saving his life. Sun is still in prison, not getting enough support because her brother keeps on interfering with her legal representation. Kala and Rajan head over to Positano for their honeymoon, but her constant visions of Wolfgang come between them. Wolfgang is wooed by different factions to be their new leader as the consequence of his uncle’s murder leaves a great void that needs to be filled. His stalwart refusal results in more danger not just for him, but also for a recently recovering Felix. Lito and Hernando experience the backlash of their scandal going viral and must deal with the consequences to their respective careers.
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FLASHBACK: A royal decree places Dam-ryeong under house arrest, putting Se-hwa’s life in danger. In modern day Seoul, Shim Cheong is also left vulnerable after Joon-jae’s arrest. She boards the Murderer’s taxi and is drugged. He convinces the police to trail the taxi, leading them to an abandoned hospital where the Murderer attempts to prove that she’s a mermaid. She threatens him with a curse, causing him to flee right before Joon-jae locates her. He bargains with the police, telling them he will cooperate in catching the Murderer, since they can’t charge them with anything concrete anyway. He keeps on stalking her thoughts, but it becomes burdensome as she thinks non-stop about his real intentions. Chi-Yeon asks about his real lineage after hearing his stepfather modify his will for everything to go to Joon-jae. Joon-jae’s mother heads to the hospital to pick up some meds. She runs into her ex-husband but he doesn't recognize her due to his failing eyesight. Chi-yeon gets drunk and warns Joon-jae that he can’t protect his father anymore.
Contrary to Shim Cheong’s belief, Joon-jae pursues her even after discovering the truth. The Murderer dreams about Dam-ryeong about to behead him with his sword. Shim Cheong runs away and spends the night at a jjimjjilbang after seeing it done so many times in Korean dramas. When bullies steal her bag to get her money and turn her phone on, Joon-jae is able to track her, only to find his stepbrother there with her, who was the one who brought her there the night before. Joon-jae stays with her there but irks the other guests with him being overprotective of her and her aversion to water. Ge goes out with her on a date and asks her to wait as he picks up a gift. He gets caught by the police, as the Murderer sets his sights on Shim Cheong. Digging deeper into the Murderer’s records, it’s revealed that he moved in at the same time with a woman who married twice and got widowed twice, with both husbands going blind before they died. That woman is Joon-jae’s stepmother, and it looks like she’s at it again with his father now going blind.
Forced to abandon his daughter because of the crucial role he is going to play in the development of what would be referred to as the Death Star, weapons expert Galen Erso (Mad Mikkelsen) is abducted by the Empire after Orson Krennic (Ben Mendelsohn) shoots his wife to death. More than a decade later, his daughter Jyn (Felicity Jones) is in prison for various petty crimes. A deal is brokered when the Rebel Alliance offers her a mission in exchange for her freedom. The agenda is to team up with intelligence officer Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in tracking her father in hopes of stopping the “planet killer” he devised in being used against them. After narrowly escaping the obliteration of Jedha in a test run of the armament’s might, she gains some important intel on how to destroy the thing, but it would require the full cooperation of the rebellion. However, not all of them are ready to wager their resources on a rebel nobody with no hard evidence in hand. Is this the end of the resistance?
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Wilson (Richard Yap) and Debbie (Jean Garcia) Wong celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with a lavish party. In complete attendance are their relatives, as well as their two lovely daughters Catherine (Jana Agoncillo) and Caroline (Janella Salvador). High, Wilson Jr. (Enchong Dee) arrives scandal-ready, blabbering incoherently before collapsing on the cake. A few days later, his mother sends him to rehab, much to the chagrin of his father who thinks he is a failure. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Under the surface is a brimming stew of family issues ready to boil over anytime. After all, you don’t reach your silver wedding anniversary without dealing with the requisite challenges that characterize a marriage. Overlapping with unresolved matters of the past, the Wong family will have to work together to weather this storm out, but not everyone is in a cooperative mood.
Joon-jae asks Shim Cheong about her dream where he saves her, but she lies about not remembering it. She brings the little girl she befriended home because she cut school not wanting to go, given how the other kids bully her. She later finds out that the kid can hear her inner voice, and makes her promise not to tell anyone. Joon-jae teaches Shim Cheong how to drink alcohol and she gets drunk, blabbering incoherently before admitting that she is “not human”. Her hangover recuperation capability proves to be really fast, snapping out of her drunken stupor every time she’s about to admit that she’s a mermaid. The gang heads to Shi-ah’s home to carry out their scam. Shi-ah almost catches them when she comes back until Tae-Oh steps in lying to her saying that he loves her just to divert her attention. They get out of there before she comes back. Shim Cheong catches up, thinking but not telling him that he is a con-artist, not knowing that he can also somehow hear her inner voice. She admits to him that she’s a mermaid before she runs away.
푸른 바다의 전설: 제9회
Joon-jae asks Shim Cheong not to leave, before he collapses due to his wounds. Unconscious, he meets Dam-ryeong in his dream, who warns him that history will repeat itself and that he must protect her. The gang identifies their assailant as Ma Dae-young (성동일), the escaped murderer. Because of this, he becomes overprotective of her, even criticizing her friendship with the neighborhood hobo. Joon-jae, his stepbrother, and his father all cross paths at the hospital. Emotions run high and heated words are exchanged between father and son. As he relives all the pain of their separation, he rejects every move he makes towards reconciliation. Shim Cheong becomes his crying shoulder and confidante. They kiss. The next morning, he cooks for her. Shi-ah drops by with more intel on the site of Kim Dam-ryeong’s family home. In the past timeline, he buries a clue for Joon-jae, his future self, to find. Shi-ah finds it at the excavation site and shows it to him, putting his doubts to rest.
When shapeshifting demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) steals the heart of island goddess Te Fiti, it unleashes one too many monsters lured by its power to create and nurture life. The mishap leads to his downfall and exile on a far-flung island without his fishhook, which gives him his supernatural abilities. A thousand years will pass before the ocean chooses a young girl to oppose the will of the big blue abyss to head back to Te Fiti and return her heart. Moana (Auli’i Cravalho) is next in line to inherit her father’s mandate as village chief. Life on Motunui has been peaceful and nature has been generous to the island folk, until they are faced with fishless seas and rotten coconuts. Desperate for solutions, the young chieftain decides to take their local mythology seriously. And so she ventures into the great beyond in search of the demigod, and she does find him. But a millennium without practice has made him less powerful than he used to be, and the odds of beating the lava monster Ta Ka who guards Te Fiti are no longer in their favor.
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Running into her BFF after a long time, Sarah (Matet de Leon) entrusts the safety of her two young sons Melvin (Awra Briguela) and Ernie (Onyok Pineda) to Arci (Vice Ganda). Working for an influential politician, he seems to be the better option for child custody as opposed to her brother Paco (Coco Martin), a gang leader in the dangerous slum area where they reside. When she inevitable ends up dead with a knife on her torso and a placard on her body saying “Balut Addict”, Arci steps in and attempts to fulfill his promise, but Paco does not yield. He eventually does when he realizes that he can't really provide for his two nephews. Together, the three relocate to Arci’s house and form a rather non-conventional family, until danger knocks on their door again with some grim memories of the recent past.
I’ve transited in Beijing thrice this year so far, with the first two going smoothly with Air China. Both times they just gave me all the boarding passes upon check-in and my luggage went straight to my final destination. With Hainan Airlines, I took the risk. They began plying the Beijing – Las Vegas route a few days ago, and for just USD287 for a Las Vegas – Beijing – HK flight (via Hong Kong Airlines), it’s the cheapest trans-Pacific flight I could find for the holiday season. And so I booked it on Priceline at once.
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CATEGORY: China, Travel, Visa
Figuring out that Shim Cheong must be naked in the pool, Joon-jae doesn’t look and he doesn’t find out that she’s a mermaid. Shi-ah shows him the Joseon era vase with the mermaid drawing on it. He consults a doctor regarding short term memory loss and they use hypnosis for him to seek what he’s trying to find. Shim Cheong wonders how long her heart can last before it falters. She asks him directly if he has any plans to love her in the future, but he responds that it is not that easy. Nevertheless, it gets both of them thinking about the weird phenomenon that is love. Shi-ah asks about Joon-jae’s mom after being counseled that the way to win his heart is by befriending his mother, not knowing that it’s the same woman she is mistreating at home. The murderer tricks Joon-jae into meeting him. He recognizes him from his past life. A fight ensues, but he comes prepared. Shim Cheong’s merman friend finally succumbs to heartache. She meets the human he fell in love with and they get to have a heart to heart talk.
FLASHBACK: Dam-ryeong finds Se-hwa bound in a stockroom. He takes her away and tells her about a dream he had in which they were born again and found a way back into each other’s arms. At present, Shim Cheong tells Joon-jae about a good guy she met, him not knowing that it’s actually him she’s referring to. He dreams about Dam-ryeong’s friend just as his dad’s right hand man figures in a car accident orchestrated by the murderer, who almost gets caught by the police. A flashback reveals how Joon-jae started as a con-man, with his mentor tricking him at first when he pretended to be a private investigator helping him find his mother. Shim Cheong meets a merman living as a lifeguard who gives her valuable advice: the tears they shed become pearls and can be used to get money. He also warns her that she has a time limit and that her heart will soon harden if the person she loves doesn’t love her back. As the gang heads out for another day of scamming, she takes a dip in the pool, not knowing that Joon-jae has come back for his phone.
TUESDAY: 6 December 2016
Volaris (Mexico City - Las Vegas) - 125.98
Airbnb (1 Night) - 17.00
RTC Bus (2-hr Pass) - 3.00
Max's (Daing na Bangus + Large Rice) - 18.92
RTC Bus (24-hr Pass) - 5.00
CATEGORY: Budget and Itinerary, Las Vegas, Nevada, Travel, United States
I haven’t been to Vegas, but the prospect of going there has always been brought up whenever I am in Los Angeles. I guess I’ve been delaying it for quite a while because I know that I would love to indulge on my slot machine addiction, which you cannot really do if you are not loaded at the moment. It didn’t matter, because the time has come when I found some really cheap airfare on Kayak via Hainan Airlines’ newly launched Beijing – Las Vegas route. USD287 one-way for Las Vegas – Beijing – Hong Kong! Beat that.
CATEGORY: Las Vegas, Nevada, Travel, United States
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (Spanish Course) - 7,910.00
Airbnb (x7 Weeks) - 6,190.00
Food Allowance (x7 Weeks) - 8,400.00
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (CELA) - 970.00
MXN23,470.00
CATEGORY: Budget and Itinerary, Mexico, Mexico City, Travel
SATURDAY: 3 December 2016
Estrella Roja (Mexico City - Cholula) - 126.00
Airbnb (1 Night) - 240.00
Toilet (Zona Arqueologica) - 5.00
Water (Zona Arqueologica) - 10.00
Chicken Town (Chicken Tender w/Fries + Water) - 69.00
Uber (Cholula - Puebla) - 95.96
MXN545.96
WRITTEN BY: ihcahieh at 6:45:00 AM 0 creature/s gave a damn
CATEGORY: Budget and Itinerary, Cholula, Mexico, Puebla, Travel
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Intellectual Poison
There isn't a person anywhere who isn't capable of doing more than he thinks he can. - Henry Ford
Dean in Position to Win DNC
Thanks to Oliver Willis, I have hope.
Dean in position to win DNC post after ex-congressman drops out. Hot mo-fo-fuckin' damn. Dean represents a paradigm shift for the party and I expect that he will lead it and us and, eventually, the nation and beyond that, the world. And, in actuality, the DNC chair is a perfect place for him
You know part of the reason I like Howard Dean? Because he's smart and the GOP doesn't know what to make of him. They may figure it out but I am already feeling more for my party again.
Thanks Oliver, thanks alot.
[Update: More reaction to the Dean nomination. Its nice that the piece is so fair and balanced, I mean the title of the article is "Dean's Howling to Lead DNC", they were trying to be cute they failed and just look like assholes some more. Just like Fox News showing a picture of Barbara Boxer with her mouth wide open and looking pissed off, that was professional and showed the respect due a fuckin' Senator! By the way, would someone please bury Brit Hume's reanimated corpse? The man is the living dead.]
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Belarus Warning Update: Belarus Confirms Plans to Purchase Advanced Air Defense Systems from Russia
January 14, 2021 2:30 EDT
By George Barros
The Kremlin will likely employ Russian S-400 advanced air defense systems in Belarus as ISW forecasted. The commander of Belarus’ Air Force and Air Defense Forces announced on January 14, 2020, that the Belarusian Defense Ministry (MoD) is conducting pre-contract work to equip Belarus’ anti-aircraft missile divisions that currently operate the S-300 system with S-400 and Pantsir-S systems.[1] ISW first warned of this threat in August 2020, after the MoD reportedly signed a contract for cooperation on air defense systems with the holding company for the manufacturers of the Russian S-300, S-400, and S-500 air defense systems.[2]
Belarus’ acquisition of S-400 systems poses a significant threat to US national security. The Kremlin likely seeks to integrate Belarus’ currently independent air defense systems into Russia’s own national air defense system, which would give Moscow control over their employment.[3] The Kremlin likely seeks to deploy new and control existing anti-access/area denial weapon systems in Belarus to contest NATO and Eastern European airspace more than it already does with systems deployed in Kaliningrad.[4] Such integration would degrade NATO’s ability to defend the Baltics—a risk ISW forecasted in September 2020.[5]
The Kremlin will likely use the upcoming Zapad 2021 exercise in September 2021 to further consolidate Russian control over Belarus’ anti-access/area denial systems. Russia’s next annual capstone strategic readiness exercise—Zapad 2021—will likely emphasize Russian-Belarusian air defense integration. Belarusian air and air defense forces conducted joint training emphasizing using “new and modernized weapons” to defend against precision weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles on January 14.[6] The MoD explicitly said the experience gained from this January 14 training will be used in joint exercises with Russian units during Zapad 2021.[7] Russia’s Western Military District (WMD) will likely conduct Zapad 2021 in western Russia and Belarus.[8] ISW warned in December 2020 that the Kremlin would likely use the Zapad 2021 exercise to further integrate Russian and Belarusian military units at deep levels.[9]
The Kremlin may field S-400 systems in Belarus before September 2021. The MoD’s confirmation of “new and modernized” air defense systems’ role in Zapad 2021 coincided with its confirmation of plans to purchase Russian S-400 systems. This coincidence may indicate that Moscow seeks to equip Belarusian air defense units with S-400 systems before September 2021 so Belarusian and Russian air defense units—both equipped with S-400 systems—can participate in an integrated fashion during Zapad 2021.
Russian security personnel in unmarked uniforms are reportedly operating in Belarus. A Belarussian protester claimed unmarked Russian personnel detained and beat him in Minsk on December 20, 2020.[10] The protester claimed that during his detention an unmarked Russian security agent said, “I came here from Moscow to help,” and, “Pray that Belarusian riot police detain you, and not us. Because we will simply kill you.”[11]
This testimony follows a series of indicators of Russian National Guard (Rosgvardia) preparations to operate in Belarus. Unmarked Rosgvardia trucks reportedly were spotted in Smolensk heading toward the Belarusian Border on August 16, 2020.[12] Security personnel wearing unmarked uniforms appeared in Minsk for the first time on September 5, 2020.[13] Elements of two Rosgvardia units deployed to Minsk on September 28–October 3, 2020, for a small arms military sports tournament that was effectively a series of tactical exercises with Belarusian special forces.[14] Rosgvardia and the Belarusian Interior Ministry ratified a cooperation agreement on November 19, 2020, permitting Rosgvardia personnel to operate in Belarus.[15] The Kremlin already may have deployed Rosgvardia personnel to Belarus to augment Belarusian security forces, which are operating at reduced strength following a steady trickle of personnel resignations since the crisis began in August 2020.[16]
[1] https://www.belta dot by/society/view/armija-vypolnit-ljubuju-zadachu-dlja-sohranenija-territorialnoj-tselostnosti-strany-golub-424021-2021/; https://www.interfax dot ru/world/745186; https://russian.rt dot com/ussr/news/822235-belorussiya-kompleksy-s-400; https://tass.ru/mezhdunarodnaya-panorama/10461405
[2] https://www.iswresearch.org/2020/08/warning-lukashenkos-security-forces.html; http://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/belarus-warning-update-lukashenko-and-kremlin-vie-control-over-future-russian-weapons
[3] http://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/belarus-warning-update-lukashenko-and-kremlin-vie-control-over-future-russian-weapons
[4] https://www.iswresearch.org/2020/08/warning-lukashenkos-security-forces.html
[6] https://www.mil dot by/ru/news/109473/
[10] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wO-NDgfixpo
[12] http://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/belarus-warning-update-russia-and-belarus-launch-military-exercises
[13] http://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/belarus-warning-update-security-personnel-green-uniforms-without-insignia-appear-minsk
[14] http://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/belarus-warning-update-putin-likely-disrupts-lukashenko%E2%80%99s-plan-defusing-protests
[15] An official Belarusian legal portal did not publish this document until December 18, 2020. https://pravo dot by/document/?guid=12551&p0=I02000029&p1=1&p5=0
[16] https://t dot me/By_Pol/146; https://foreignpolicy.com/2020/12/14/lukashenko-belarus-by-pol-security-forces-protests/; https://isans.org/analysis-en/policy-papers-en/the-situation-in-law-enforcement-agencies-of-belarus.html; https://www.rferl.org/a/exiled-defectors-belarus-police-holding-ex-colleagues-to-account/30976835.html
Syria Situation Report: December 16, 2020 - January 7, 2021
By Isabel Ivanescu
Key Takeaway: Salafi-jihadist organizations in Syria are growing more ambitious. Both ISIS and Hurras al-Din have recently carried out attacks in Turkish-controlled areas in which they had not previously been active. While these attacks were fairly ineffective, they demonstrate intent and capacity to expand operations. Meanwhile, ISIS carried out two ambushes of regime forces in Deir ez-Zour Province that resulted in dozens of casualties. ISIS and Hurras al-Din are well postured to exploit security gaps in both Turkish- and regime-controlled areas and will likely do so in the coming year.
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Brill Medieval Reference Library Online
Brill's Medieval Reference Library Online
Publication Type: E-Reference Work
Imprint: BRILL
Brill's Medieval Reference Library Online offers online access to the following reference works in medieval studies:
Encyclopedia of Medieval Pilgrimage (2009)
Encyclopedia of the Medieval Chronicle (2010, with 2016 update)
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With over 4000 signed entries, plus over 200 illustrations, this is an indispensible online resource for anyone interested in pre-modern European history and culture.
- Online edition of the original four print Brill encyclopedias, complete and unabridged
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Home / Uncategories / NIGERIA: Court Orders Forfeiture of N449m Found in BDC Shop to FG
NIGERIA: Court Orders Forfeiture of N449m Found in BDC Shop to FG
Dunio Mabushi 8:16 pm Edit
The Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday ordered the temporary forfeiture of the sum of N449,750,000 found in an abandoned Bureau de Change shop in Victoria Island by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
The forfeiture order was made by Justice Rilawan Aikawa following an ex parte application taken before him by the anti-graft agency.
An investigator with the EFCC, Moses Awolusi, said in the affidavit filed before the judge that the shop numbered LS64, located on at Legico Shopping Plaza, at Victoria island, Lagos had not been opened for two years.
Awolusi said the money was found on April 7, 2017 in several “Ghana Must Go” sacks, adding that the EFCC recovered the money after investigating intelligence information received on one Mohammed Tauheed.
According to the investigator, Tauheed allegedly conspired with the owner of the abandoned shop to launder the money.
Awolusi said Tauheed had earlier been brought to the EFCC office by the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of Legico shopping Plaza, Mr. Sulaiman Daba and Alhaji Ishaq Ayandiran , respectively.
He said during the visit, Tauheed told the anti-graft agency that he received the money in cash from a serving government official, whose name was not disclosed for security reasons.
He said Tauheed, in the presence of his lawyer, later agreed to return the money to the Federal Government, which is the rightful owner of the funds strongly suspected to the proceeds of criminal activities of the unnamed serving government official.
The EFCC said it would be in the interest of justice for the court to order the temporary forfeiture of the money to the Federal Government.
After entertaining the application on Wednesday, Justice Aikawa ordered that the N449,750,000 should be temporarily forfeited to the Federal Government.
He ordered the EFCC to advertise the order in a national newspaper and gave 14 days for any interested party to appear in court to give reasons why the money should not be permanently forfeited to the Federal Government.
The judge adjourned the matter till May 19, 2017.
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Parma’s History
Parma’s Hystory 1957
Tempi Moderni / Parma’s Hystory 1957
Today we say “Osteria” thinking about 4 tables under a “pergola”, uneven colors and card players cursing while keeping score with chalk. The osteria di Faustino, between via Emilia and Po river, was an actual company, a point of reference of economic activities and social meetings. The project of the “osteria” was born in Augusta –
Maine, USA. Faustino was an emigrant in America in 1901. From Genoa to Boston, a boat crossing of a month; followed by different jobs typical of an emigrant and finally in 1906, a week of train to San Francisco for the reconstruction of the aftermath of the earthquake. “Now it’s time to go back home”… must have think Faustino. The brothers that followed him from Italy didn’t want to interrupt the “American dream” and stayed (Faustino went back five years before to accompany them in the crossing).
After changing his hard earned dollars in liras, he realizes his “Italian dream”: open an osteria. Over the osteria there was his house; under we would find the basement where grapes from the hills were pressed and red wine was bottled. Behind the osteria, in the courtyard, there were the pigs in the stalls which Faustino every winter would slaughter to make salamis and coppa to be served especially to “tourists” that would arrive Sunday from the city in bicycle, and to be sold in the “butéga” managed by nonna Zelinda, that opened just next to the osteria; and finally completed by the tabacchi that would almost create a shopping center of its kind, to sell also cigarettes, Tuscan cigars and salt. From 1930 a piece of the plot vegetable garden was flattened to welcome “sòg dàl bocci” (similar to British bowls) as a dynamic alternative to briscola (typical card game).
After the difficult time of war, the osteria reopened but no later than 1957 it was clear that the world had changed: people left the countryside to grasp the opportunity of the economic awakening unfortunately depriving the osteria of its clients; worsened by the change in meeting and drinking habits. It was this that pushed the daughter of Faustino (Gina) to move with her 20 year old son Gianni to the city. The confectionery Aragnino, in the elegant palazzo Cusani, between via Garibaldi and via Melloni, was better than any dream they might have dreamed; an enormous space on 6 shop windows, a huge tearoom, billiards room and during summer bistro tables aligned under tents. The caffé Aragnino clientele was mainly formed by the good youth of the city, a little dissolute and of the old “aristocracy” of Parma slightly in decadence. Most of the intellectuals came back from Milan or Rome were they affirmed themselves; Attilio Bertolucci used to sit at the corner table in a silent dialogue with his city; Renata Tebaldi used to always stop by during her frequent home visits from her triumphal tours.
What Gianni (Gina’s son) understood was to follow the requests that the most popular clientele made and placed a big television in the old tearoom; everyone wanted to see Mike Bongiorno’s tv show… and naturally it was a success! During lyric season, the establishment was kept open and very busy by the after-theater, at the time when the Regio theatre was still “Il Regio”… a specific night, Gianni “gave shelter” in his caffé to various elegant women that used all of the bar’s dishcloths to cleanup the long vests in grosgrain from the eggs that were thrown from contestants; this is how the new change arrived in ‘68. In 1970 the establishment changed radically to meet the trend of a new type of clientele which, beginning two years before the infamous egg incident, was revolutionizing the styles and trends of life. The tearoom was put aside and we were one of the first important establishments of the city center to pair the good coffee and morning pastry to the typical Parmesan sandwich place, with the typical cold cuts and Parma ham in exposition, a formula that is still used in Tempi Moderni. Now it is considered as the most common trait… but in 1970 sandwiches were made only by delicatessen shops and small village bars; this is how the “panino” appeared in an establishment of the city center to be eaten on site and not taken away as it was usually done by students at school or construction workers where they worked.
The old market of Parma (“la Ghiaia” pron. ˈɡja.ja ) we decided it was a good opportunity to transfer to the bar Ghiaia in the best market center that the city has ever had, lots of market stalls, endemic irreverent voices typical of the real Parma, rough and direct in all of its authenticity. As Lorenzo would remember (our latest generation) he would find piazza Ghiaia overcrowded and packed full of people around Christmas time and only the hand of his grandad Gianni would help him cross without getting lost.
We have at this point taken you through memories without nostalgia, voices, faces and tastes to 1994 when the establishment is newly transferred to the emerging viale Piacenza, that from anonymous peripheral street was being rebuilt to become the “European center” of Parma; the first endeavors of re-qualification of industrial areas to arrive to the installation in 2004 of EFSA (European food authority)… the kind of clientele that is specialized inrecognizing quality and that is regularly seen served at the tables of “Temi Moderni Grill Cafè”…
We have taken the popular film of Charlie Chaplin as inspiration to signify the innovative spirit of balance between typical product and new ways of interpreting lunch breaks and the bakery specialties, next to the coffee bar of the best Italian tradition; with a dynamic but accurate service and careful to meet the client’s needs.
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The first version of this CAD tool, IntSim v1.0, was developed in 2007 by Deepak Sekar, our Chief Scientist, during his Ph.D. with Prof. James Meindl at Georgia Tech. IntSim v1.0 is a MATLAB-based 2D-IC simulator used by many universities and researchers today. This ICCAD 2007 paper describes IntSim v1.0. As you will see from the paper, several generations of students at Georgia Tech contributed to IntSim v1.0's models and algorithms. This includes Deepak Sekar, Raguraman Venkatesan, Jeffrey Davis, Reza Sarvari, Kaveh Shakeri, Keith Bowman, Qiang Chen and Azad Naeemi, all of whom did their graduate studies in Prof. James Meindl's group.
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[2] Arifur Rahman and Rafael Reif, “System Level Performance Evaluation of Three-Dimensional Integrated Circuits,” IEEE Trans. on VLSI, vol. 8(6), pp 671-678, 2000 (pdf).
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The House of Lords challenges the House of Commons
Published on: Friday, 30 October, 2015
As I predicted after the election, the opposition is using the unelected Lords to block legislation
My Times column on the constitutional confrontation between the Lords and the Commons:
‘How can you have a constitutional crisis without a constitution?” asked a Dutch friend coming to a meeting in the House of Lords last week. Of course, it is because there is no written constitution that today’s attempts by Labour and the Liberal Democrats to defeat the will of the elected Commons in the unelected Lords on tax credits, or tomorrow’s on the electoral register, are a constitutional outrage, even if not strictly illegal.
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The benefits of carbon dioxide
Published on: Tuesday, 20 October, 2015
Global greening may save more lives and forests than warming costs
My Times Column on the surprisingly large benefits of carbon dioxide emissions:
France’s leading television weather forecaster, Philippe Verdier, was taken off air last week for writing that there are “positive consequences” of climate change. Freeman Dyson, professor emeritus of mathematical physics and astrophysics at the Institute of Advanced Study in Princeton, declared last week that the non-climatic effects of carbon dioxide are “enormously beneficial”. Patrick Moore, a founder of Greenpeace, said in a lecture last week that we should “celebrate carbon dioxide”.
Some policies to fight climate change have done more harm than good
Published on: Thursday, 15 October, 2015
The diesel scandal is the latest own goal for dirigisme
This is a longer version of an article I published in the Mail on Sunday:
The Volkswagen testing scandal exposes rotten corruption at the core of regulation. Far from ushering in a brave new world of cleaner air, the technologies adopted by European car makers, driven by policy makers in Brussels, have been killing thousands of people a year through an obsession with lowering emissions of harmless carbon dioxide, at the expense of creating higher emissions of harmful nitrogen oxides.
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Perverse regulation will slow the death of smoking
The EU's tobacco product directive hits vaping harder than smoking
My Times column on the EU's idiotic attack on vaping:
When regulation goes wrong, people call for more regulation. Sometimes, though, regulation is the cause of the original problem. It is steadily becoming clear that the way the European Union does regulation is especially pernicious. It stifles innovation, often favours danger over safety, plays into the hands of vested interests and is inflexible and unaccountable. Volkswagen’s case is the tip of the iceberg.
In a shocking new case about dangerous emissions coming to court this week, the European Commission has passed regulations that are certain — not likely, certain — to hit the cleanest and lowest-emitting products much harder than their dirty competitors. I am not talking about diesel versus (cleaner) petrol engines, though I could be. Nor am I talking about pesticides versus (cleaner) genetically modified crops. Nor wood-burning versus (cleaner) fracking. I am talking about smoking versus (cleaner) vaping.
How to cure old age itself
Telomerase activation just might lead to cures for ageing itself
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Squeezed between falling birth rates and better healthcare, the world population is getting rapidly older. Learning how to deal with that is one of the great challenges of this century. The World Health Organisation has just produced a report on the implications of an ageing population, which — inadvertently — reveals a dismal fatalism we share about the illnesses of old age: that they will always be inevitable.
Voting to leave the EU looks like Britain's best option
Both sides now agree that the renegotiation will make little difference
My Times column on Britain's renegotiation with the European Union:
So the battle lines are drawn. “Vote Leave, Take Control” (of which I am a vice-president) is the campaign to leave the European Union if the renegotiation is inadequate. It launched last week and “Britain in a Stronger Europe”, the campaign to remain, launches today. Yet one argument increasingly unites both sides: the futility of the renegotiation. At both ends of the spectrum many people are now convinced that little will be asked for, or offered, or won.
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Bumper harvests release land for nature
Wheat yields hit new records thanks to precision farming
My Times column on farm yields and the prospects for feeding the world in future:
This week’s autumn equinox is traditionally the time for the harvest festival. I have just taken a ride on the combine harvester cutting wheat on my farm. It is such a sophisticated threshing machine that long gone are the days when I could be trusted to take the controls during the lunch break. A screen showed how the GPS was steering it, inch-perfect and hands-free, along the edge of the unharvested crop; another screen gave an instant readout of the yield. It was averaging over five tonnes per acre (or 12 tonnes per hectare) — a record.
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Vineyard Christian School
The theme this year has a very unique challenge to seek what pleases the Lord the message goes one step further and challenges us that once we currently have figured it out to do it. This is a great lesson for our kids not only to figure out what pleases the Lord but after that to do what pleases HIM.
Glenview Elementary School
Glenview is situated in the city of Anaheim. We currently have an enrollment of 575 students in Kindergarten through grade 6. There are 21 regular education classrooms. Approximately 13% of our students are English Language Learners and 7% of our students receive special education services. All students
Jubilee Christian School
In September of 1987, one teacher and five Kindergartners met in a classroom of the Beverly Heights Presbyterian Church in Mt. Lebanon. With little equipment, but much love and educational experience the families started to talk to other families about the success of the integrated curriculum both academically
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Anna M. Glazier Elementary School
You'll find that we currently have made great progress toward increasing student achievement through our District's Literacy Initiative. Our team is implementing reading strategies to increase comprehension in all subject areas. We're continually striving to create the most efficient learning environment
California › Los Angeles County › Norwalk (15.4 miles)
Arturo Sanchez Elementary School
The Sanchez Team is looking forward to beginning our academic work with your kids on September 9, 2010. Our team is committed to challenging and supporting every child by building a complete program and a strong academic foundation for all students. Students are delivered a rigorous education in literacy
Earl E. Edmondson Elementary School
I wish you a restful summer break with family and friends. Don't forget to have your child complete their summer homework packet. Students in grades K-2 will receive a special assembly, while students in third-fifth grade will gain a trip to see a Ucla Bruins Football game at the Rose Bowl as part of
Del Cerro Elementary School
Del Cerro Elementary School, situated in Mission Viejo, California, serves grades K-6 in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District. It is among the few public elementary schools in California to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. Del Cerro Elementary School is a unique place
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Sherman School
Congratulations to Principal Shenkan-Rich on being selected Elementary School Principal of the Year by the Mayor's Office! According to the Mayor's office this award recognizes outstanding San Francisco public school educators for their dedication, professionalism, and work on behalf of our City's young
California › Los Angeles County › Alhambra (22.9 miles)
Assumption School
All kids attending Assumption School participate in daily Religious instructions, say prayers and attend various Religious functions. Through daily Religion lessons and liturgical functions and Christian service, we aim to supply our students with opportunities for deepening their religious experience.
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Development of the Wink Sink in west Texas, USA, due to salt dissolution and collapse., 1989, Johnson K. S.
Glacial loading and unloading: a possible cause of rock-salt dissolution in the Western Canadian Basin, 1997, Anderson N. L. , Hinds R. C.
Richard Lake, an evaporite-karst depression in the Holbrook basin, Arizona, 1997, Neal J. T. , Colpitts R. M. ,
Richard Lake is a circular depression 35 km SE of Winslow, Arizona, about 1.6 km wide and with topographic closure of 15-23 m. The depression is 5 km south of McCauley Sinks, another depressed area about 2 km wide which contains some 40 large sinkholes. Richard Lake formerly contained water after heavy rains prior to headwater drainage modification but is now dry most of the time. It is situated within the Moenkopi / Kaibab outcrop belt with Coconino Sandstone at shallow depth near the southwestern margin of the subsurface Permian evaporite deposit in the Holbrook Basin. Outcropping strata are predominantly limestone, but the salt-karst features result from collapse of these units into salt-dissolution cavities developed in the Corduroy Member of the Schnebly Hill Formation of the Sedona Group (formerly called the Supai Salt) that underlies the Coconino. Richard Lake is interpreted as a collapse depression containing concentric faults, pressure ridges, and a 200m wide sinkhole in the center. A second set of pressure ridges parallels the axis of the nearby western end of the Holbrook Anticline, trending generally N 30 degrees W. In the alluvium at the bottom of the central sinkhole, two secondary piping drain holes were observed in early 1996. Northwest-trending fissures also were observed on the depression flanks, essentially parallel to the regional structure. The presence of Richard Lake amidst the preponderance of salt-karst features along the Holbrook Anticline suggests a similar origin by salt dissolution, but with distinct manifestation resulting from variation in overburden thick?less and consolidation. Similarities of origin between Richard Lake and McCauley Sinks seem likely, because of their similar geological setting, size, appearance, and proximity. Two lesser developed depressions of smaller dimensions occur in tandem immediately west along a N 62 degrees W azimuth. Secondary sinkholes occur within each of these depressions, as at Richard Lake. Breccia pipes are apt to be found beneath all of these structures
Mesozoic dissolution tectonics on the West Central Shelf, UK Central North Sea, 1999, Clark Ja, Cartwright Ja, Stewart Sa,
3-D seismic mapping of the Upper Jurassic Kimmeridge Clay Formation on the West Central Shelf in the Central North Sea reveals a complex fault array which is constrained by seismic interpretation and well control to be of late Jurassic/early Cretaceous age. Fault shapes in plan-view range from linear to circular. Linear fault lengths are 200-300 m to 5 km, the strongly curved and circular faults range in diameter from 100-1000 m. Fault trends are apparently random and display no correlation in location or trend with basement (sub-Zechstein) structures. There is, however, a strong link between this fault pattern and the structure of the top Zechstein (top salt) surface. Linear faults occur at the edges of elongate salt walls and the circular faults lie directly above structures which have been interpreted here as tall, steep-sided salt chimneys. The salt chimneys are present only in the thick, elongate minibasins of Triassic sediment which lie between the salt walls. It is argued that salt dissolution controls the timing, location, orientation and shape of the late Jurassic/early Cretaceous faults. A model is provided to account for the development of both salt walls and chimneys. We suggest that early Triassic karstification of the Zechstein evaporites led to development of an array of circular collapse features. During the ensuing episode of Triassic halokinesis which led to minibasin subsidence and salt wall growth, salt passively 'intruded' the circular collapse features within the subsiding minibasins to form narrow salt chimneys. The resulting array of salt walls and chimneys was subject to dissolution during subsequent subaerial exposure and the late Jurassic marine transgression of the basin (creating the observed fault array), prior to sealing of the salt from circulating groundwater by compaction of the Upper Jurassic and Lower Cretaceous shales which blanket the area. (C) 1999 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved
Speleogenesis in salts, with particular reference to the Mount Sedom area, Israel, 2000, Frumkin A.
Salt dissolution often occurs in deeply buried beds, where caves are hardly known. Caves are normally formed by selective dissolution along flow routes, rather than complete dissolution of the bulk salt mass. Most salt caves are found in diapirs, where open fissures drain meteoric water, rapidly enlarging to form vadose caves. Salt caves develop faster than other cave types, allowing their use as a natural laboratory for speleogenesis. Salt karst terrains exist mainly in arid climates where rock salt outcrops may escape complete destruction by dissolution. Known salt caves are mostly of Holocene age, while older ones are gradually destroyed by dissolution and collapse. The Mount Sedom salt diapir, with some 20 km of salt caves, is the most studied area of salt karst. Its vadose caves are formed by captured ephemeral streams. Cave profiles are adjusted to base level, allowing reconstruction of the evolutionary history of the region. Some 57% of Mount Sedom surface area is drained by the underground karst system. Waters in cave conduits do not reach saturation during flood flow, unless the water is ponded for at least several hours. Common cave features are vertical shafts, close to the cave inlet, and sub-horizontal passages, leading to outlets at base level. Where there is no fissure connection to the edge of the mountain, an inlet cave is formed, capable of absorbing the flood discharge in a terminal pond. Water and solutes escape from the pond by slow seepage through narrow fissures to a regional aquifer.
Paleosubsidence and active subsidence due to evaporite dissolution in the Zaragoza area (Huerva River valley, NE Spain): processes, spatial distribution and protection measures for transport routes, 2004, Guerrero J. , Gutierrez F. , Lucha P. ,
The lowest 17-km long reach of the Huerva River valley, down to its confluence with the Ebro River in Zaragoza city, flows across salt-bearing evaporites of the Ebro Tertiary Basin (NE Spain). Upstream, the horizontally lying Miocene evaporites are interfingered with non-soluble distal alluvial fan facies (shales and sandstones). The proportion of soluble facies in the Huerva River valley increases in a downstream direction towards the basin depocenter. On the basis of the type and magnitude of the paleosubsidence features, the valley has been divided into four reaches. Along reach I, undeformed terrace deposits less than 4 m thick rest on insoluble detrital bedrock. In reaches II and III, dissolution at the alluvium-bedrock boundary has generated local thickening, deformation and paleocollapse structures, which only affect the alluvial mantle. In reach IV, terrace deposits thicken to over 60 m resulting from a large-scale synsedimentary subsidence. In this sector, subsidence locally affects to both the alluvium and the underlying bedrock. This indicates that dissolution acts at the rockhead beneath the alluvial cover (alluvial karst) and within the evaporitic substratum (interstratal karst). The development of an intraevaporitic karst in reach IV is attributed to gypsum and salt dissolution. Irregular terrace gravel bodies (gravel pockets) embedded in a fine-grained matrix associated with paleocollapse structures have been interpreted as liquefaction-fluidization structures resulting from ground acceleration and suction induced by catastrophic collapses. Subsidence is currently active in the region affecting areas with a thin alluvial cover in reaches III and IV. The low subsidence activity in most of Zaragoza city is explained by the presence of thickened (around 50 m) and indurated alluvial deposits. In the surrounding area, numerous buildings in Cadrete and Santa Fe villages have been severely damaged by subsidence. Natural and human-induced subsidence favours the development of slope movements in the gypsum scarp overlooking Cadrete village. Several transport routes including the Imperial Canal (irrigation canal) and the recently completed Madrid-Barcelona high-speed railway are affected by human-induced sinkholes. The paleocollapse structures exposed in the trenches of this railway and a ring road under construction point to hazardous locations underlain by cavities and collapse structures where special protection measures should be applied. Rigid structures are recommended beneath the high-speed railway with sufficient strength to span the larger sinkholes with no deformation. Electronic monitoring devices linked to a warning system can detect subtle subsidence-induced deformations in carriageways or railways. This research demonstrates that the study of the paleokarst helps to understand the processes involved in the present-day subsidence phenomena and their general spatial distribution. (C) 2003 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved
Origin of the salt valleys in the Canyonlands section of the Colorado Plateau - Evaporite-dissolution collapse versus tectonic subsidence, 2004, Gutierrez F. ,
The salt valleys over the axis of the salt-cored anticlines in the Paradox fold and fault belt (Canyonlands, Utah and Colorado) are created by subsidence of the anticline crests. Traditionally, the collapse of the anticlinal crests was attributed to dissolution of the salt walls (diapirs) forming the anticline cores. Recent studies based on scaled physical models and field observations propose that the salt valleys are a result of regional extension and that salt dissolution had only a minor influence in the development of the axial depressions. This paper presents several arguments and lines of evidence that refute the tectonic model and support the salt dissolution subsidence interpretation. The development of contractional structures in salt dissolution experiments led the advocates of the tectonic interpretation to reject the dissolution-induced subsidence explanation. However, these salt dissolution models do not reproduce the karstification of salt walls in a realistic way, since their analog involves removal of salt from the base of the diapirs during the experiments. Additionally, numerous field examples and laboratory models conducted by other authors indicate that brittle subsidence in karst settings is commonly controlled by subvertical gravity faults. Field evidence against the regional extension model includes (1) a thick cap rock at the top of the salt walls, (2) the concentration of subsidence deformation structures along the crest of the anticlines (salt walls), (3) deformational structures not consistent with the proposed NNE extension, like crestal synforms and NE-SW grabens, (4) dissolution-induced subsidence structures controlled by ring faulting, revealing deep-seated dissolution, (5) large blocks foundered several hundred meters into the salt wall, (6) evidence of recent and active dissolution subsidence, and (7) the aseismic nature of the recently active collapse faults. Although underground salt dissolution seems to be the main cause for the generation of the salt valleys, this phenomenon may have been favored by regional extension tectonics that enhance the circulation of groundwater and salt dissolution. (C) 2003 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved
Evolution actuelle des ph�nom�nes karstiques dans la Cordillera de la Sal (Atacama, Nord Chili), 2006, Sesiano Jean
New observations about the very slow present-day evolution of karstic phenomena in the Cordillera de la Sal (Atacama, Chile) - A second visit to the salt diapir in the Cordillera de la Sal, on the western margin of the Salar de Atacama was conducted 9 years after the first one. We noticed practically no change in the landscape morphology in that very arid region. A stainless steel piton driven at the base of a small cliff of rock salt was used to measure the salt dissolution rate. It did not show any extra thickness loss. A new passage system, partly underground, was discovered and mapped. Several swallow holes were observed, most of them half-filled with eolian sand. Undoubtedly they become active as soon as enough rain is collected at the surface. The underground water flows probably in the direction of the Salar in order to feed the water-table in the post evaporitic sediments, following the prominently N 140o oriented fracture system of the Cordillera de la Sal. Under the present climatic conditions, which are hyper-arid, observations on a time scale longer than the decade are essential to see changes in morphology.
Sinkhole 'swarms' along the Dead Sea coast: Reflection of disturbance of lake and adjacent groundwater systems, 2006, Yechieli Yoseph, Abelson Meir, Bein Amos, Crouvi Onn, Shtivelman Vladimir,
More than a thousand sinkholes have developed along the western coast of the Dead Sea since the early 1980s, more than 75% of them since 1997, all occurring within a narrow strip 60 km long and <1 km wide. This highly dynamic sinkhole development has accelerated in recent years to a rate of [~]150-200 sinkholes per year. The sinkholes cluster mostly over specific sites up to 1000 m long and 200 m wide, which spread parallel to the general direction of the fault system associated with the Dead Sea Transform. Research employing borehole and geophysical tools reveals that the sinkhole formation results from the dissolution of an [~]10,000-yr-old salt layer buried at a depth of 20-70 m below the surface. The salt dissolution by groundwater is evidenced by direct observations in test boreholes; these observations include large cavities within the salt layer and groundwater within the confined subaquifer beneath the salt layer that is undersaturated with respect to halite. Moreover, the groundwater brine within the salt layer exhibits geochemical evidence for actual salt dissolution (Na/Cl = 0.5-0.6 compared to Na/Cl = 0.25 in the Dead Sea brine). The groundwater heads below the salt layer have the potential for upward cross-layer flow, and the water is actually invading the salt layer, apparently along cracks and active faults. The abrupt appearance of the sinkholes, and their accelerated expansion thereafter, reflects a change in the groundwater regime around the shrinking lake and the extreme solubility of halite in water. The eastward retreat of the shoreline and the declining sea level cause an eastward migration of the fresh-saline water interface. As a result the salt layer, which originally was saturated with Dead Sea water over its entire spread, is gradually being invaded by fresh groundwater at its western boundary, which mixes and displaces the original Dead Sea brine. Accordingly, the location of the western boundary of the salt layer, which dates back to the shrinkage of the former Lake Lisan and its transition to the current Dead Sea, constrains the sinkhole distribution to a narrow strip along the Dead Sea coast. The entire phenomenon can be described as a hydrological chain reaction; it starts by intensive extraction of fresh water upstream of the Dead Sea, continues with the eastward retreat of the lake shoreline, which in turn modifies the groundwater regime, finally triggering the formation of sinkholes
The Dead Sea sinkhole hazard: Geophysical assessment of salt dissolution and collapse, 2011, Frumkin Amos, Ezersky Michael, Alzoubi Abdallah, Akkawi Emad, Abueladas Abdelrahman
A geophysical approach is presented for analyzing processes of subsurface salt dissolution and associated sinkhole hazard along the Dead Sea. The implemented methods include Seismic Refraction (SRFR), Transient Electromagnetic Method (TEM), Electric Resistivity Tomography (ERT), and Ground Penetration Radar (GPR). The combination of these methods allows the delineation of the salt layer boundaries, estimating its porosity distribution, finding cavities within the salt layer, and identifying deformations in the overlying sediments. This approach is shown to be useful for anticipating the occurrence of specific sinkholes, as demonstrated on both shores of the Dead Sea. These sinkholes are observed mainly along the edge of a salt layer deposited during the latest Pleistocene, when Lake Lisan receded to later become the Dead Sea. This salt layer is dissolved by aggressive water flowing from adjacent and underlying aquifers which drain to the Dead Sea. Sinkhole formation is accelerating today due to the rapid fall of the Dead Sea levels during the last 30 years, caused by anthropogenic use of its water.
The Grosmont: the world�s largest unconventional oil reservoir hosted in polyphase-polygenetic karst, 2013, Machel Hans G. , Borrero Mary Luz, Dembicki Eugene, Huebscher Harald4
The Upper Devonian Grosmont platform in Alberta, Canada, is the world’s largest heavy oil reservoir hosted in carbonates, with 400-500 billion barrels of IOIP at an average depth of about 250 – 400 m. Advanced thermal recovery technologies, such as SAGD and electrical in-situ retorting, much higher world market prices for oil and certain political pressures have led to a flurry of activity in the Grosmont since 2006.
The sedimentary stratigraphy of the Grosmont reservoir consists of six stacked car-bonate units interbedded with marls and some evaporites. The latter two originally acted as aquitards during diagenesis but are breached or missing in parts of the area today. Dolomitization by density-driven reflux was the first pervasive diagenetic pro-cess. A dense fracture network was created in three or four phases. Most fractures probably originated from collapse following subsurface salt dissolution and/or from Laramide tectonics far to the west, whereby pulsed crustal loading in the fold-and-thrust belt created a dynamic forebulge in the Grosmont region via multiple pulses of basin-wide crustal flexing, each followed by relaxation. The fracture network probably was reactivated and/or expanded by glacial loading and post-glacial isostatic rebound in the Pleistocene and Holocene, respectively.
The region experienced three or four prolonged periods of epigene karstification, alt-hough there is tangible evidence for only two of them in the Grosmont platform. The first of these episodes was a ‘warm epigene karstification’ during the Jurassic - Creta-ceous, and the second was/is a ‘cold epigene karstification’ that started sometime in the Cenozoic and is continuing to this day. In addition, there is circumstantial evidence for hypogene ‘karstification’ (= dissolution) throughout much of the geologic history of the Grosmont since the Late Devonian. Karstification was accompanied and/or by fol-lowed by extensive hydrocarbon biodegradation.
SALT KARST AND COLLAPSE STRUCTURES IN THE ANADARKO BASIN OF OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS, 2013, Johnson, K. S.
Permian bedded salt is widespread in the Anadarko Basin of western Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle, where partial or total dissolution of the shallowest salt in some areas has resulted in subsidence and/or collapse of overlying strata. Groundwater has locally dissolved these salts at depths of 10–250 m. The distribution (presence or absence) of salt-bearing units, typically 80–150 m thick, is confirmed by interpretation of geophysical logs of many petroleum tests and a few scattered cores. Salt dissolution by ground water is referred to as “salt karst.”Chaotic structures, collapse features, breccia pipes, and other evidence of disturbed bedding are present in Permian, Cretaceous, and Tertiary strata that overly areas of salt karst. The dip of Permian and post-Permian strata in the region normally is less than one degree, mainly towards the axis of the Anadarko Basin. Where strata locally dip in various directions at angles of 5–25 degrees or more, and underlying salt units show clear evidence of dissolution, these chaotic dips must result (mostly, if not totally) from subsidence and collapse into underlying salt-dissolution cavities.Gypsum karst and resultant collapse of overlying strata have been proposed in many parts of the Anadarko Basin. However, the gypsum beds typically are only 1–6 m thick and more than 100 m deep, and cannot contribute to disruption of outcropping strata—except where they are within 10–20 m of the surface.Typical areas of disturbed bedding comprise several hectares, or more, with outcrops of moderately dipping strata—as though large blocks of rock have foundered and subsided into large underground cavities. Other examples of disturbed bedding are small-diameter breccia pipes, or chimneys, that extend vertically up from salt-karst cavities, through several hundred meters of overlying strata. The best evidence of these chimneys are collapsed blocks of Cretaceous strata, chaotically dropped some 50 m, or more, that are now juxtaposed against various Permian formations on the north flank of the Anadarko Basin. Any study of surface or shallow-subsurface geology in the Anadarko Basin must consider the influence of subsurface salt karst on the structure and distribution of overlying rocks
Incipient vertical traction carpets within collapsed sinkhole fills, 2014,
Small vertically oriented traction carpets are reported from the collapsed sandy fills of 100 m deep Devonian limestone sinkholes underlying the Lower Cretaceous Athabasca oil sands deposit in north-eastern Alberta, Western Canada. Dissolution of 100 m of underlying halite salt beds caused cataclysmic collapse of the sinkhole floors and water saturated sinkhole sand fills to descend very rapidly. Turbulent currents flushed upper sinkhole fills of friable sandstone blocks and disaggregated sand and quartz pebble for tens of metres. Laminar deposits with inverse grading accumulated as many as six to eight curvilinear entrained pebble streaks, 10 to 30 cm long, vertically impinged against the sides of descending collapse blocks. These deposits were initiated as vertically oriented early stage traction carpets that interlocked fine sand grains and inversely graded overlying pebbles entrained below the dilute overlying turbulent flows. Vortexes that flushed these sinkhole fills and induced these depositional processes may have lasted only seconds before the very rapid descents abruptly halted. Some of the fabrics were suspended vertically in-place and preserved from unlocking and obliteration. These small fabrics provide insight into the instability and ephemeral character of the transition from strong gravity-driven grain falls to very early stages of traction carpet formation. These short-lived deposits of very thin sand layers resulted from sufficient incipient frictional freezing that grain interlocking overcame, however briefly, the strong gravity drives of the vertical falls that would have otherwise dispersed grains and obliterated any organized fabric patterns. Tenuous frictionally locked grains were also suspended at the centres of hyperbolic grain fall flows that briefly developed between turbulent flow eddies, some of which were fortuitously preserved. Some of these suspended grain locking zones passed downward onto the relatively more stable surfaces of the rapidly descending block surfaces. The morphogenesis of these early stage traction carpets differ from more fully developed deposits elsewhere because of their short-lived transport, dynamic instability and vertical orientation.
Sinkholes, collapse structures and large landslides in an active salt dome submerged by a reservoir: The unique case of the Ambal ridge in the Karun River, Zagros Mountains, Iran, 2015,
Ambal ridge, covering 4 km2, is a salt pillowof Gachsaran Formationwith significant salt exposures in direct contact with the Karun River, Zagros Mountains. The highly cavernous salt dome is currently being flooded by the Gotvand Reservoir, second largest in Iran. Geomorphic evidence, including the sharp deflection of the Karun River and defeated streams indicate that Ambal is an active halokinetic structure, probably driven by erosional unloading. Around 30% of the salt dome is affected by large landslides up to ca. 50 × 106 m3 in volume. Slope oversteepening related to fluvial erosion and halokinetic rise seems to be the main controlling factor. A total of 693 sinkholes have been inventoried (170 sinkholes/km2), for which a scaling relationship has been produced. The depressions occur preferentially along a belt with a high degree of clustering. This spatial distribution is controlled by the proximity to the river, slope gradient and halite content in the bedrock. A large compound depression whose bottom lies below the normal maximum level of the reservoir will likely be flooded by water table rise forming a lake. The impoundment of the reservoir has induced peculiar collapse structures 220–280 m across, expressed by systems of arcuate fissures and scarps. Rapid subsurface salt dissolution is expected to generate and reactivate a large number of sinkholes and may reactivate landslideswith a significant vertical component due to lack of basal support.
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Duffield pull off implausible semi-final win
April 15, 2015 2014/15, Club Reports, NEWS
Benz-Bavarian Duffield are in the Premier Squash League final and, after pulling off the most implausible of semi-final victories, anything is possible.
Mark Eklid reports in the Derby Telegraph
What a night for the Derbyshire club! Deprived of their two biggest stars and up against the champions of the last five years, they somehow beat Surrey 3-2 in an extraordinary match.
It had everything, including a dash to hospital to make sure one match could be finished. There was blood and sweat but, thankfully, no need for tears.
“That was probably the most epic night in the history of Duffield Squash Club,” said team manager Felix Frixou.
“You could not write a film script like that. It was like Rocky climbing off the canvas to land the last punch. It was an unbelievable night.”
Frixou could have been forgiven for fearing that his hopes were out for the count when, already without Laura Massaro, Nick Matthew injured his ankle in El Gouna.
Duffield have made a habit of beating the odds in recent years but Frixou admitted even he doubted they could win this one.
“No way,” he added. “I am an optimist and I would say I was about 35% optimistic we would win it but, if I’m honest, I thought we would probably lose.
“I had a good feeling about three and four. I knew Millie would be up against it but, somewhere inside me, I had a thought that Joel or Chris might just pull it out for us.
“I thought it might be Joel, in truth, and when Granty came back to win I shouldn’t really say but my head did drop a bit.
“It was such a big ask for Chris against Pete Barker but I never gave up because we’ve seen all season that Chris is like a dog with a bone and if you give him any sort of chance, he’ll take it – and he turned it around.”
The match score was 2-2 when Chris Simpson stepped on to court for the decider against Barker and when Surrey’s world number eight took the first two games 11-6, 12-10, the signs were ominous.
When Simpson went to change shirts between games, Matthew, there to offer whatever motivation he could, took the shirt off his own back to give to his team-mate.
The gesture lifted Simpson, though only after Barker had pushed him within two points of defeat at 9-4.
Simpson clawed back to 9-9 when, in a contest of incredible intensity, Barker twisted and hurt his knee.
After the Duffield player won that game 12-10, Barker asked for a three-minute injury break but he could not recover.
The fourth went to Duffield 11-1 and, at 4-0 in the next, Barker gave up and offered his hand.
Joel Hinds might have taken the edge off that drama when he led Adrian Grant 11-7, 11-9 and had an opening to go 10-7 up in the third.
But he missed his shot and Grant, a notoriously slow starter, recovered to take the point 11-9, 11-9, 11-5.
That match started earlier than expected when Declan James’ meeting with Piedro Schweertman had to be suspended because of injury.
Surrey’s Dutchman was 6-3 up in the first with James appearing nervous when Schweertman’s racquet accidentally caught the Duffield player just above the eyebrow.
It caused a nasty cut. Thankfully for Duffield, a doctor from the Royal Derby Hospital was in the crowd and he was able to make a call to a colleague on duty to treat it swiftly.
James was driven to hospital, the cut was glued and he was back in half an hour.
Better still, he managed to win his match 14-12, 11-6, 11-9.
The injury to Matthew gave Richie Fallows the chance to claim his first PSL win for Duffield and, sweeter still, it came against his former club, beating Lyell Fuller 11-9, 11-7, 11-6.
Millie Tomlinson had arguably the toughest challenge of all against world number three Alison Waters but after losing the first two games, she gave the Surrey star a terrific fright.
Tomlinson levelled 11-8, 11-6 and though the decider went to Waters 11-6, it was a performance that can only do wonders for the Duffield youngster’s self-belief.
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The Jubilees are open to anyone from Senior High age through adulthood and provide music for one of the traditional worship services each Sunday from September through mid-June, as well as for special services such as Thanksgiving, Ash Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday & Christmas Eve. Jubilees rehearse Sundays 9:45 am.
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Musicians rotate to provide an atmosphere of praise and worship at 9:38AM worship on Sunday mornings. The casual but spirited atmosphere is a great way to experience God’s love and fellowship with others. Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 7PM in the Worship Center. We invite you to play an instrument or sing.
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Don Moss
Ray Alan
Hostess: Linda Hayden (Don Moss era), Sue Anne Snook, Barbie (Ray Alan era)
TWW/HTV for ITV, 1967 to 1987
Pairs of contestants (usually, but not necessarily, married couples) played this affable lunchtime (and teatime in latter years) quiz. In the style of the classic US panel game Password, (and also the British show of the same name), one member of the pair would have to describe a mystery word to their partner using up to three one-word clues (for 20, 15 or 10 points). The partner had a guess at the mystery word after each clue. After three clues were used up, the other team could guess it for 5 points.
Often the way the clues were said, in order to provide context to the clue, would prompt much hilarity. Another favourite tactic would be to inflect the last syllable to imply the first half of a phrase ("Zebraaaa..."), only for the partner to guess it wrongly. They'd often give the same first clue three times until the other person eventually got the right one. One thing they were not allowed to do was to give rhyming words as clues - Ray Alan certainly penalised contestants for doing so on at least two occasions in the latter years.
The winners played against a new team, winners staying on for up to six games. The prize was cold hard cash.
Roy Ward Dickson
A rather bizarre ritual invariably took place at the end of all the Alan/Barbie shows in the 1980s. All the losing couples would reappear and stand in a row, as if on parade, in between the winning couple, who would remain seated behind their respective desks. While there was nothing actually wrong with this ritual, it would have seemed more logical for the losing contestants to shake hands with and/or hug or kiss the winners, as was much more de rigeur on quiz and game shows in those days, and sadly all too rare nowadays.
The Tony Evans Orchestra
One contestant's appearance experiences - with photo of host and hostess
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RIAA: Suing you since 2003 (part 2)
by Steve Lampiris in Feature
May 14, 2010 Jun 7, 2010 0 Comments0 LikeLike 1,315
Yet another example of why everyone outside of the RIAA hates the RIAA has come to light.
It seems that our favorite Association has found a new way to make back the money its owed from illegal downloading. Instead of suing downloaders, the RIAA has decided to go after the downloading clients, specifically LimeWire.
…And the RIAA won.
U.S. District Judge Kimba Wood, for the Southern District of New York, on Tuesday granted summary judgment in favor of the music industry’s claims that Lime Group, parent of LimeWire software maker Lime Wire [sic], and founder Mark Gorton committed copyright infringement, engaged in unfair competition, and induced copyright infringement.
Considering the precedent set here, that means that, yup, BitTorrent is probably next. If not next, it’s in the RIAA’s sights for sure.
As for Gorton and Lime Group, here’s the (possible) kicker:
The RIAA has said it is entitled to the maximum statutory damages, which is $150,000 for each registered work that was infringed. The number of infringing works they could try to claim is likely in the millions.
Anyhow, I’m rather torn over this verdict. On the one hand, yes LimeWire has contributed to the decline of the music industry, though objective figures that all parties can agree on have yet to surface. So the RIAA is right in going to court. On the other hand, not all fire-sharing is bad or illegal. Some files that are shared on P2P networks aren’t copywritten material by a multi-national corporation and, therefore, aren’t subject to such harsh action – for example, in academia. So, while the RIAA is right in its decision, it’s move is far to aggressive. It’s akin to suing Smith & Wesson because one of its guns was used for murder.
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By Steve Lampiris
Greetings. I'm originally from Milwaukee, WI, but currently living in Madison. I earned a poli-sci degree from UW-Madison in December 2008 and now trying to figure out what to do...
Anyhow I'm an aspiring music critic, having been published in the Badger Herald (UW's premier student paper) and the London-based blog The Line of Best Fit.
You can follow me on twitter (@_bandnames) where you can find me throwing out silly names for potential bands, as well as other thoughts on life - most of it, music-related.
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With its first Super Bowl ad, Pringles is going big as it expands its “Flavor Stacking” campaign with a celebrity appearance to broaden the campaign’s appeal and reach a much larger audience. In October, Pringles created a “flavor stacking” out-of-home activation pop-up event in New York City’s Times Square called “Pringles Stack Shack” and featuring TV personality Adam Richman, and launched the #PringlesStack hashtag.
Stacking is Pringles’s take on personalization and limited-edition products, two key trends in marketing that have been embraced by brands like Budweiser and Skittles. Because of the uniform wavy shape of the chips, they easily fit together in a stack, enabling consumers to mix and match the brand’s various offerings to create their own unique flavors. Having a presence at the Super Bowl, when at-home viewers typically stock up on a variety of snacks, could help the brand turn stacking into a more widely practiced habit.
It is interesting that Pringles will release the ad on Jan. 25 online. Last year, a number of brands released their ads early online but so far this year, some brands appear to be waiting to debut their spots until game day. For Pringles the strategy could make sense as it could drive awareness in advance of the Super Bowl when consumers are making their grocery lists for game day.
Releasing the ad early online could also help Pringles maximize the high cost of Super Bowl ads. The increasing cost of Super Bowl commercials, which are estimated to also average around $5 million this year, is keeping some advertisers away, but others have quickly jumped in to take their places. As a first-time Super Bowl advertiser, Pringles has decided to get in on the action to drive in-store sales and a digital following, alongside other snack brands, like Doritos, which is returning this year after taking last year off.
Last year’s Super Bowl offered the most commercial time of any past game, according to the Kantar Media analysis, perhaps opening the door for new brands to have a presence in one of the most-talked-about advertising air times of the year. The 2017 game offered 51 minutes and 30 seconds of total advertising time, and 20% of the advertisers were newcomers. The Super Bowl offers 15% to 20% more commercial time than regular NFL season games.
Super Bowl spots may be the most expensive TV air time of the year, but having a presence can lead to lasting impressions, especially for brands that combine the TV spots with digital and social campaigns. Many brands see lasting benefits, such as sales boosts and social media buzz, in the months following the game after advertising during the Super Bowl, a joint Stanford University and Humboldt University study found.
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Elwood Hobbies – East Northport, NY
June 28, 2016 in News • Tutorials by admin
Elwood Hobbies can give you some great prices and keep you informed about the latest news on hobbies thanks to their staff. The professionalism is not something you would expect from a traditional brick and mortar store. Over the years, the store has shifted from model rockets or kits to radio-controlled planes, cars, and boats.
The stock has some nice finds, but it is not always fully stocked. You may have to come here before placing a call so you know the item you are looking for is in stock. The ownership is good, but make sure to call ahead to ask them what they have in stock. Even RC enthusiasts have been come in only to be disappointed by the selection.
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Car-Buying Hobby Turns into Classic Car Museum
June 24, 2016 in News by admin
Car collector Guy Mace holds one of the most impressive collections of Rolls Royces and Austin Healeys in his garage. He owns many Brass-era cars predating 1910 including those owned by celebrities. He will soon go public by opening his Route 66 Car Museum on June 15.
The museum will be located on “The Mother Road” at 1634 W. College St. in Springfield. Admission will be $15 to $13.
Read more here http://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2016/06/11/car-buying-hobby-becomes-route-66-car-musuem/85482872/
260-Year Old Warship, HMS Namur, to Go on Display for the First Time
Having battled alongside the legendary Nelson and captained by Jane Austen’s Brother, HMS Namur is set to go on display for the first time in 260 years. This will be the first time the remains will be revealed after they the timbers were discovered under floorboards.
The timbers will part of the new exhibition at Historic Dockyard Chatham, 20 years following the initial discovery during a routine refurbishment. There were formerly in the dockyard’s Wheelwrights’ Shop, having been hidden under several layers of flooring.
Read more at http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/05/25/remains-of-legendary-18th-century-warship-hms-namur-revealed-to/
11 of the Best Trailers from E3 2016
While there was some focus on new technology such as VR and Xbox One S, gamers were looking forward to seeing what new titles were on the horizon for this year and beyond. The titles didn’t disappoint. E3 brought out the goods for games this year, from Sony’s exclusives to Nintendo’s bold new Zelda announcement, here are the top trailers from this year’s show.
Check them out here https://techcrunch.com/2016/06/16/11-of-the-coolest-video-game-trailers-from-e3/
Food Chain Magnate – Ipad Tabletop Game
June 13, 2016 in Tutorials by admin
Here is an interesting tabletop game that will give you an education about finances. Food Chain Magnate (FCM) allows you to be a business manager targeting a market. It can be played on mobile or Ipad and consists of marketing goods to roads and houses. You can interact with your customers by marketing to them.
You can choose many marketing options that will get customers to say “shut up and take my money”. You are responsible not just for the supply, but the demand. The goal of the game is to balance both and maintain respectable profitability.
Read more at http://www.pockettactics.com/news/food-chain-magnate-might-be-the-best-tabletop-game-ever-designed-and-you-can-play-it-on-your-ipad/
Gnome Games – Green Bay, WI
Gnome Games in Green Bay, WI is a specialty hobby story that just gets a passing grade. The service is a hit or miss depending on which day you decide to make a visit. Nonetheless, the products are worth a look. They have one of the best selection of board games and RPGs that Green Bay has to offer. Some of the deals they had were irresistible as well.
If you are a parent and in need of a way to pass time with your kids, you will waste MANY hours here just browsing through the shelves. You will also see a lot of gamers having their tournaments set up. Overall, if you come in a good day and have time to kill, Gnome Games makes for a good outing.
‘Witness’ Board Game
June 6, 2016 in Tutorials by admin
‘Witness’ is a board game that takes the concept of the “telephone” game and turns it into a crime-solving device. Produced from Ystari games, it answers the question of whether we can message clues from one person to another, just like the ‘telephone’ game of old.
The game is set in the universe of Blake & Mortimer, which is a Belgian pulp comic series and the work of Edgar P. Jacobs. The 1940s comic tells the story of British scientist Philip Mortimer and M15 agent Captain Francis Blake. They both undertake eventful crime investigations and major adventures.
Read more at http://www.star2.com/culture/books/book-reviews/2016/06/05/test-your-crime-solving-skills-with-the-whispering-board-game-witness/
Full Spectrum War Games – Arlington, TX
June 3, 2016 in News by admin
I just wanted to give a quick heads up on this awesome wargame store in Arlington, Texas. They are really built around the culture of wargaming, which is gathering together with fellow enthusiasts to enjoy their favorite games in their own space. There are plenty of rooms stock full of the latest classic and modern games.
There is something for every player, whether you are from the older or newer generations of wargamers. The staff and owner are generous, you can see the dedication they placed in maintaining a top quality store that caters to wargamers.
I highly recommend this shop.
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The Most Outrageous Kid Parties Ever
Some parties can just remain in control. It is a fact that most of the teen parties these days are designed to get out of control. Whether it be drinking or anything else, kid’s parties go well beyond what we can imagine. You might have seen movies on the theme of wild teen parties. If not, then you will be inclined to see one soon after you read this post. Here are the 5 most outrageous kid parties ever.
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5. £ 4 Million Bar Mitzvah
Phillip Green is the famous retailer who threw a handsome load of cash just for the purpose of celebrating the Bar Mitzvah for this son. He made all arrangements and invited more than 300 close friends and family. The celebration was more like the marriage of a prince in which everything was expensive and no expense was spared. It seemed like that the person had enough money that he could have invited the whole world for the party.
4. The Miracle Baby
In 2011, there was a couple who had spent more than $ 40,000 to celebrate the birthday party of their miracle baby. The baby was more than astonished to see his parents throw away a lot of money. The baby kept sleeping through most of the party while the guests enjoyed the best time of their lives.
3. Game of Thrones Princess
It is quite weird to note that there is a one year old girl, Emma Chung, who knows how to appreciate Game of Thrones. In fact, she had celebrated her birthday party with the theme of this more than famous series. It should be remembered that the show is purely for adults, but there are kids who might still watch it.
2. The Sweet 16 Party
Kendall Jenner, on turning 16, was more than surprised to know that her parents had purchased a $ 90,000 range rover for her. That’s not all, as the guests at the party were handed over $ 1000 worth gift bags. Now that’s what I call a party where everyone goes happy.
1. Video Invite
Jorel Hoffert had become a celebrity when his video invite for Bar Mitzvah went viral on the internet. The director of the video is also the person to be credited for the million hits. We can only imagine the kind of party it was with thousands and thousands invited.
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It is located in the Norton Hill area of west Midsomer Norton, north of Radstock. It is between Silver Street and Fosseway near the former Midsomer Norton railway station, being nearer to Silver Street and simply east of the railway centre. Norton Hill School is a state college with academy standing in Midsomer Norton, Somerset, England. It is a part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership academy group. It was formerly the Midsomer Norton Grammar School.
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A number of small pits opened nearby and Midsomer Norton developed into an industrial town. Midsomer Norton’s name comes from the Old English “Norton” which means ‘north enclosure’. “Midsomer” presumably refers to the town’s location halfway between two branches of the River Somer although there may be some disagreement over the true that means.
In 2006, Norton Hill was awarded a second specialism as a Language College. Norton Hill turned a complete college in September 1971. Secondary Modern faculties at Paulton and Timsbury were additionally closed and their catchment areas and historic documentation transferred to Norton Hill. The school had 1,519 students from the age of 11 to 18 as of 2013 together with 266 in the sixth type.
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And make a journey to the Dorset and Somerset Railway Heritage Trust for more Victorian industrial marvel. Located in town, this attraction options working trains as well as a railway museum and a World War II Pillbox. Midsomer Norton has had numerous well-known residents through the years including singer Anita Harris who was born there and writer Roald Dahl who bought kerosene within the city during the 1930s. And Evelyn Waugh’s family lived in Midsomer Norton and he remembered the city fondly after spending his summer time holidays there.
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In the 19th century the town was linked to the railway network and extra pits have been opened. Coal mining remained the primary business until the Norton Hill Pit closed within the Sixties and the print trade became the largest employer on the town. Midsomer Norton was the industrial centre for the Somer Valley and within the 18th century it grew rapidly with the increased mining within the Somerset Coalfield.
The school has received both the Sportsmark Award by Sport England and Artsmark Silver Award. In 1999, it gained specialist college standing as a Technology College. In 2007, the specialism was changed to Maths and Computing College.
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runboyrun & In Old Age
Mfoniso Udofia presents plays #3 and 8 in her Ufot Cycle but for all the fine writing and acting the plays do not stand alone as “Sojourners” and “Her Portmanteau” did.
Posted on October 9, 2019 by Victor Gluck, Editor-in-Chief in Off-Broadway, Plays
Chiké Johnson and Patrice Johnson Chevannes in a scene from Mfoniso Udofia’s “runboyrun” presented by the New York Theater Workshop (Photo credit: Joan Marcus)
New York Theatre Workshop continues its commitment to staging the plays of Mfoniso Udofia’s The Ufot Cycle, a nine-play series about two Nigerian immigrants to the United States. The NYTW presentations began in 2017 with Sojourners, the first play, about Abasiama (affectionally called Ama) Ekpeyong’s arrival in Houston, Texas, in 1978 in an arranged marriage and her meeting with new friend Disciple Ufot. This was performed in repertory with Her Portmanteau which took place 36 years later and concerned three of Ama’s daughters, two by her second husband Disciple, and one by her first husband who had gone back to Nigeria with him and was coming to the states for her first visit since then.
The latest presentations (performed on the same bill) are runboyrun (play #3) in which Ama and Disciple Ufot have now been married 30 years and their children have all moved out from their Worcester, Massachusetts, home, and In Old Age (play #8) which takes place years later when the elderly Ama now a widow, still in the old house in Worcester, has retired from the world but an elder carpenter hired by her daughter makes a concerted effort to get her out of her depression.
Despite the fine writing and acting, these two plays do not stand alone: we are given no backstory to understand the context for these relationships in the longer saga; both plays dealing with a character’s depression, they are too similar in the theme of being haunted by the past; and thirdly, as they are basically two-character plays, both are too long for the limited story and plot lines they contain. Unlike the first two plays, these use two different directors (Loretta Greco for runboyrun, and Awoye Timpo for In Old Age), ironically making them seem quite similar in style.
The full cast of the New York Workshop production of Mfoniso Udofia’s “runboyrun” (Photo credit: Joan Marcus)
In runboyrun, it is January 10, 2012, and Disciple is having a very bad day. He has just returned home from an academic hearing at the community college he has taught at for the past year, his first job in a decade, and found it a humiliating experience. Although we don’t at first notice it, he is haunted by the events of the same day back in 1968 when he was twelve and on the run from the Biafran Civil War with his mother, sister and blind brother. However, his wife Abasiama, now retired from her job as a scientific researcher, is lying under a pile of blankets on the sofa, freezing as they have little money for fuel. It is when she demands a divorce that she finally pushes Disciple over the edge.
As we discover, Disciple has been living this day over and over for many years, but today is the first time that Ama pries out of him the whole story and begins to understand his feelings of guilt. We witness these flashbacks reenacted in his kitchen by Karl Green as the Boy (Disciple as a mute child), Zenzi Williams as his fierce mother, Adrianna Mitchell as his compassionate sister, and Adesola Osakalumi as his injured brother.
While Chiké Johnson’s Disciple having yet another meltdown, and Patrice Johnson Chevannes as Abasiama having reached her limit with her unstable husband are truly believable and moving as the long-married couple, the play seems to circle back on itself over and over. This may be intended to telegraph that this has been a periodic occurrence in their lives but as this play gives no further information about them or their marriage, we are not invested in their plight. Chevannes’ thick Ibibio accent (the language of Nigeria) makes it difficult to understand all of her complaints. How the flashbacks work their way into the story is not immediately revealed so two plays seem to be taking place on the stage at once. While Andrew Boyce’s skeletal setting is serviceable, it offers no atmosphere nor does it look much like the rooms described in the script. The direction by Loretta Greco does not solve all of the play’s problems. runboyrun might be much more successful if paired with an earlier play in the Ufot Cycle so that we are invested in their marriage.
Ron Canada and Patrice Johnson Chevannes in a scene from Mfoniso Udofia’s “In Old Age” presented by the New York Theater Workshop (Photo credit: Joan Marcus)
Set years later in the same house in Worcester, In Old Age reveals Ama now an elderly widow in the crumbling domicile in which she lives on her own, her children visiting as rarely as they did when their father was still alive. There is a knock at the door and 70-year-old Azell Abernathy, a vivacious carpenter, wakes Ama up from her under her pile of quilts on the sofa bed in the living room of the freezing house. He has been hired by her daughter Adiagha to redo all of the floors before they cause further problems. What Adiagha and Azell do not know is that the house is haunted by the late Disciple’s spirit and that the knocking Ama hears at various intensities are his messages to her of his displeasure from the other side. She wants to be left in peace to live out her remaining and seemingly useless days.
However, Ama has been living as a recluse, waiting to die, and does not want her existence disturbed by this charming, charismatic man who she insists is years younger than she. Unfortunately for her, Adiagha has paid him in advance and told him to not listen to her mother’s complaints. The play follows their thorny, troubled relationship as Ama fights him every inch of the way as he makes the necessary changes over the course of a week. It takes him a while to understand her beliefs and current lifestyle, for example, her insisting he take off his boots before coming into her house in order to not track up the floors. Eventually, they reach a sort of truce while the ghost of Disciple, a vivid presence, makes his feelings audibly known only to Ama.
Although this ought to play like a comedy, under Awoye Timpo’s direction the play gets few if any laughs. The exasperated Ama from runboyrun has become a crotchety old harridan. In Chavannes’ performance the feisty, fearless and indomitable Abasiama from the earlier plays is nowhere in evidence. Just as in runboyrun, there is no backstory so that we do not know how Ama came to be in this wretched state. Ron Canada is delightful as the elderly carpenter who tries every trick in his quiver to get through to her and to some extent he saves the play from seeming like a continued repetition of the opening scene. However, the play is still too long for its premise and content: each day the couple argue, converse, Ama talks to the ghost of Disciple, Azell does his work and he leaves.
Ron Canada in a scene from Mfoniso Udofia’s “In Old Age” presented by the New York Theater Workshop (Photo credit: Joan Marcus)
The most impressive part of the production is the elaborate sound design by David van Tieghem which makes the house a character in the play and brings Disciple alive, though unseen. This is aided by Oona Curley’s lighting which also adds atmosphere to the old dark house. Boyce’s set design is less suitable here as most of the furniture described in the script is not in evidence so that Azell only has the sofa and the television set to deal with in his renovations. Nor do we see the garden vista out the front window which Azell is entranced with when Ama finally opens her curtains. Karen Perry’s costumes are put to good use as Ama begins to take an interest in her appearance and changes to more and more elaborate outfits as the days go by. Aside from Chevannes’ acting, the aging of Ama is partly accomplished by J. Jared Janas’ excellent hair, wig and makeup design.
Mfoniso Udofia’s nine-play Ufot Cycle which may well be the first American plays about the Nigerian diaspora in the United States is a worthy project. When completed, it will eventually detail four generations in this family saga. Unfortunately, runboyrun and In Old Age, the two now on display at New York Theatre Workshop, do not stand alone apart from the earlier plays and would be better served by being paired with other parts of the cycle. Possibly they need to be seen in repertory with their companion plays.
runboyrun & In Old Age (through October 13, 2019)
New York Theatre Workshop, 83 E. 4th Street, in Manhattan
For tickets, call 212-460-5475 or visit http://www.nytw.org
Running time: three hours and 20 minutes with one intermission
Adesola Osakalumi
Adrianna Mitchell
Awoye Timpo
Chiké Johnson
David Van Tieghem
Her Portmanteau
In Old Age
J. Jared Jonas
Karl Green
Loretta Greco
Mfoniso Udofia
New York Theatre Wokshop
Oona Curley
Patrice Johnson Chevannes
runboyrun
The Ufot Cycle
Zenzi Williams
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Home » Plays » Off-Broadway » The Dork Knight
Raw, funny and intense autobiographical solo show about an insecure, struggling actor obsessed with and who finds salvation through the Batman movies.
Posted on January 18, 2017 by Darryl Reilly in Off-Broadway, Plays, solo
Jason O’Connell in a scene from “The Dork Knight” (Photo credit: Ben Strothmann)
Darryl Reilly, Critic
This raw, funny, intense, and magnetically performed autobiographical solo show is at times a draining experience due to its fierce personal revelations that are imparted in a confined space.
In The Dork Knight, the acclaimed classical actor Jason O’Connell recounts his life journey and his obsession with the Batman films. “I’ve always loved Batman and I’ve always loved movies.”
As with any work rooted in a pop culture phenomenon, enjoyment of this show is dependent on an affinity for the source material.
A notable feature of this presentation is Mr. O’Connell’s talent for impressions that is demonstrated by his vocal and physical impersonations of actors’ characterizations from the films.
Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Val Kilmer, Jim Carrey, George Clooney, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Tom Hardy and Morgan Freeman are all vividly portrayed. Some of these recreations are enacted simultaneously, conversing with each other, and some become guiding spirits to him.
O’Connell’s script is a well-structured series of confessional anecdotes interwoven with the lore of the movies. His performance is a riveting blend of stand-up comedy and grand stage acting with Shakespearean flourishes. The audience is on three sides of the very small theater. This intimate space at times feels too constrained for the unbridled emotionalism on display.
Born on Long Island into a troubled family situation, O’Connell sees Tim Burton’s 1989 film Batman several times on its initial release when he was 18, and it transforms his life. He decides to become an actor and majors in theater at Hofstra University.
Talented but insecure about his stocky and imposing character actor looks, he is told that he’ll have a great career when he is forty years old. He forges ahead at odd jobs and stints at regional theaters. Playing the title of Hamlet in a Texas town is a career highpoint.
Along the way there are unsuccessful relationships with women, one is “terrible but mature.” The description of each Batman movie instigates a flood of reminiscences.
“Batman can have a happy ending” is O’Connell’s conclusion as he finds fulfillment in a stable involvement. “She’s my Catwoman and my Robin.”
Director Tony Speciale’s simple but precise staging adds an accomplished texture and a visual variety to the show.
Scenic designer Jerry Marsini provides a vintage wing chair and a small table, set with a martini glass and shaker. These few objects cleverly evoke the study of Wayne Manor.
Zach Blane’s inspired lighting design with its focused shadowy effects conjures up the appropriate imagery of the films. There is also stark brightness that enhances the personal disclosures.
Costume designer Hunter Kaczorowski clothes O’Connell in a layered, dark ensemble of jeans, a T-shirt, a buttoned shirt and a hooded jacket that wittily recall a Bat suit.
The Dork Knight is an engrossing work of therapeutic entertainment.
The Dork Knight (through January 29, 2017)
Abingdon Theatre Company
Dorothy Strelsin Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, in Manhattan
For tickets, call 212-352-3101 or visit http://www.abingdontheatre.org
Running time: 80 minutes with no intermission
Dorothy Strelsin Theatre
Hunter Kaczorowski
Jason O'Connell
Jerry Marsini
Tony Speciale
Zach Blane
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The Lesters
A Toronto-based trio featuring Tory Cassis, Murray Foster, and Jeff Ulster.
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Musical accomplices for over fifteen years, THE LESTERS (Tory Cassis on acoustic guitar and vocals, Jeff Ulster on piano, Murray Foster on double bass) blend jazz, folk and pop into a beautiful and mesmerising sound that is utterly unique.
After ten years of playing 30’s and 40’s vocal jazz standards by the likes of Nat King Cole and Fats Waller, The Lesters began covering songwriters such as Tom Waits, Paul Simon and Joni Mitchell, as well as writing their own originals. The result is a setlist that spans a hundred years of popular music and yet remains entirely cohesive. Piano, acoustic guitar, double bass and three-part vocal harmony combine into a sound that is intimate, intricate, swinging and soulful, with Tory’s brandy-dipped baritone soaring above it all.
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A Toronto-based trio featuring Tory Cassis, Murray Foster, and Jeff Ulster
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LIGHTNING HOT SAUCE COMPANY
How To Heat and Serve Your Taco Zone Party Pack
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5PM - 2AM
Lawrence’s Taco Zone Puts the Focus on Slow Cooking, Expands Catering Operation and Starts Hot Sauce Line
-FEAST magazine, by April Flemming
With just a small stand on the patio of Lawrence’s great dive bar the Replay Lounge, Taco Zone had perhaps an inauspicious beginning. Yet its humble origins don’t really tell the story of its serious cooking, or its growing ambitions. This small taco stand-turned-downtown Lawrence fixture has a talented, experienced chef with French training, an expanding catering operation and even a brand-new hot sauce to offer.
Taco Zone is the brainchild of three partners: brother and sister Brad and Courtney Shanks, and Courtney’s husband, chef Brian Ayers. The three all originally hail from Lawrence, though all left town in the late ‘90s and early ‘00s to pursue different artistic and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Shanks settled in Brooklyn, opened a vintage clothing store and started a successful indie rock band, Blood on the Wall. Ayers, whose first kitchen job was at a restaurant in Lawrence, attended culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, then proceeded to work in celebrated kitchens in France (including at a three-star Michelin restaurant), New York and Melbourne, Australia. Eventually, Brad landed back in Lawrence, while Courtney and Ayers settled in Los Angeles, where they reconnected and eventually married.
About five years ago, Ayers and Courtney Shanks looked to return to Lawrence. Ayers asked his brother-in-law what type of cuisine or restaurant was missing in Lawrence, and Brad immediately responded: a taqueria. Ayers, being in Los Angeles and thus surrounded by hundreds of taquerias, began doing research with Courtney and Brad, and felt like he could expand on the taqueria idea to add something of his own to the venture.
Taco Zone recently began selling its hot sauce.
“I wanted to have a business where we were braising foods,” he explains. “A lot of people see what we have and think it’s what you’ll get in California and Mexico. But it’s not like street food – though I love street tacos. Those types of tacos are served on two tortillas because you need the first one just to mop up the grease. What we do… you get soft meats that are loaded with flavor.”
Ayers and Brad contacted a friend of theirs, Nick Carroll, who owns the Replay Lounge, and asked if they could operate a small taco stand on its large patio a few nights per week. Carroll liked the idea, seeing a mutual benefit. The small stand turned out to be so popular that Ayers and the Shanks felt they had a winning idea for their own separate small business. After more research and meeting with potential investors, they found a 900-square-foot space on East Eighth Street, just off of Lawrence’s main strip, Massachusetts Street. They ultimately decided to start the business on their own.
Taco Zone now serves a rotating menu of about 20 different proteins, including cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork in an annatto-based sauce), smoked chile chicken, lengua (pork tongue) with roasted peppers and onions, carnitas, lamb with olives, chicken mole poblano, steak or tempeh picada (a sauce with history in Spain), white bean calabacitas (a sautéed squash recipe) and many more. Those proteins can be made into tacos, a burrito, torta (sandwich) or nachos. Salads are also available, including vegan options (vegan/vegetarian options are also always available for the other dishes, including the calabacitas and black bean varieties).
Ayers cooks the food for Taco Zone from scratch at an off-site kitchen each day – Taco Zone does not have hood vents and thus cannot have fryers or ovens in its storefront – but this is ideal for Ayers’ slow-cooked cuisine, which is brought downtown before opening and is ready-to-serve on site. His flavors are influenced from his time in Europe, as well as the flavors of California and Central America.
The partners have recently been expanding their operations to include catering. Brad notes with some surprise that their wedding business has really taken off in the past year, and they are already nearly booked up for the month of October. He notes, with a laugh, that there is a little bit of a generational divide when it comes to people ordering a taco bar for their special events. Some parents, especially fathers, he says, think of a taco bar as being kind of like cafeteria food. He says he has been happy to see their minds change once they see the spreads Taco Zone offers: several types of meat and protein, cheeses, sauces, pickles, salsas and more. Brad originally learned plating from his partner Ayers but now says he’s made so many tacos that he has developed a sense of how flavors and colors should be combined for a beautiful presentation.
The most recent development for Taco Zone has been the release of its new hot sauce, bottled under the name Lightning Hot Sauce Co. Ayers and the Shanks recently completed work with the Kansas State University food lab on the product to determine proper nutrition labeling for their first offering, a tangy West Indies-style habanero sauce flavored with lime and mango. It does have some heat from the habanero, but is bright with citrus and slightly sweet, though has no added sugars. The sauce is available at Taco Zone, and hopefully will be available in grocery stores soon, according to Ayers.
Taco Zone has been open for just a couple of years, but has proven it’s a little taqueria that increasingly offers so much more than just your average tacos.
10 Questions with Taco Zone's Brad Shanks
-Lawrence Journal World by Joanna Hilavac
In our second installment of 10 Questions, Taco Zone co-owner, general manager and one-time rocker Brad Shanks (formerly of the indie outfit Blood On The Wall) chats about life after Replay Lounge, the surprising popularity of the tongue taco, and brotherly (in-law) love.
Each month, we're asking 10 questions to a different chef, restaurateur or Lawrence dining personality.
In this case, we're willing to give a pass on what counts as "10" and "questions."
Taco Zone started out as a food stand at the Replay Lounge, which has a pretty raucous vibe, as anyone who’s been there knows. Do you ever miss that dive-bar atmosphere?
I love that place and a lot of my friends work there, and I worked there as a bartender for a long time as well. I do miss being there. It’s a lot of fun — you know, on weekends, there’d be like, 5, 6, 700 people going in through that door, so it was always pretty wild. And it was a really great way for us to get our name out. People would show up to see a show and have some drinks, and then they’d see us in the corner and they’d try some tacos, and they’d keep coming back. So it worked out really well.
Is that how you got your start in the service industry, as a bartender at Replay?
I’ve bartended at other places, too. But that was my last job before I started Taco Zone. I’ve also worked at 715 as a bartender. So, two different places. (laughs)
With totally different ambiances. But bartending is bartending, right? Did you ever have any experiences as a bartender where people would just pour their hearts out to you?
A great bartender is a good listener. That didn’t happen that often, but there were people who would come in and want to chat. Usually, pretty interesting people (tell) interesting stories. I was always there to listen.
You tout yourself on the Taco Zone website as Lawrence’s first Southern California-style taqueria...
That was our inspiration for Taco Zone — Southern California-style taquerias. My brother-in-law (chef and co-owner Brian Ayers) and my sister (Courtney Shanks), who’s also a partner in Taco Zone, actually have this really great story. They reconnected in Los Angeles and started dating again after dating years and years ago. They ended up moving in together and getting married, and I’d go out to visit them all the time. They’d take me to these amazing taquerias all around Southern California. It was my favorite thing to do. So, when they decided to move back to the area, Courtney was asking what Lawrence needed or didn’t have, and I was like, “One of those Southern California-style taquerias would be amazing. We don’t have one of those.” This is our version of it, basically.
Compared to what people around here might be used to as far as Mexican restaurants in the Midwest, some of your menu is kind of exotic — your oxtail posole, I know, has done really well. Do you think people’s tastes are evolving?
I think so. Maybe there’s more opportunity in Lawrence than there used to be a while back, I guess. Well, maybe that’s not the best way to explain it. I would just say people are more open to trying out new things as they find out about them, really. It’s kind of like, if you don’t know about our guisado style of braising meats, why would you stop eating some other kind of Mexican food? I think people in Lawrence are very open-minded to new food opportunities, and it’s just growing and growing. I guess that answers your question. I don’t know, probably not. I drank a lot of coffee today. (laughs)
Don’t worry about it. Could you explain guisado for people who don’t know?
Guisado just means "to stew" or slowly braise. Brian’s passion is slow-braising meats, so it translated really well to the guisado style, which is really just slow-cooking meat for hours and hours and introducing new flavors and in the end you come up with our different kinds of fillings. It’s just a really great way to add a lot of flavor to meats that aren’t necessarily your typical thing. Like, we do a lot of lengua with roasted pepper and onions…
...Lengua meaning tongue.
Yeah, it’s tongue. It’s not your typical thing you’d find on just any menu. But the guisado style of just slowly cooking it and introducing these roasted pepper and onions really adds this heightened flavor to it that’s a little spicy and something you might not have experienced before.
And people are fans of the lengua?
It’s been amazing. We’re calling ourselves a taqueria, we are a taqueria, and we’re realizing, “OK, you can’t really say you’re a taqueria unless you have lengua on the menu.” We started off just getting people to try it, but I swear, from the moment we started serving the lengua to where it is now, it’s just jumped so far. People are ordering it more and more. And since we give you an option of three tacos, you can always pick three kinds. A lot of people have just been saying, “Oh, I’ll try the lengua,” and the next thing you know, they’re ordering three lengua tacos, you know? Because it is really, really tasty.
Your restaurant isn’t the only one around Lawrence to have made the transition from pop-up to brick-and-mortar in recent years. Was it about this concept of temporary dining options — pop-ups and trucks and the like — that’s become so huge lately?
Gosh, it’s hard to say. With food trucks, you have more of a freedom and opportunity to try things out. Same thing with small spots like this — having our stand on the Replay patio was kind of like, “Well, we only have enough room to make four tacos. Let’s make the best four tacos we can make.” You’re constantly trying to switch things up and challenge people with your food and see if anybody likes it, really. And in our case at the stand, we had such great feedback and great response that we felt really comfortable making this jump to opening our first brick-and-mortar spot.
You’ve been pretty clear that you’re not the chef in this endeavor. Have you learned to cook at all since opening the restaurant? I cook at home just like anybody else. Sometimes it’s good; sometimes it’s bad. But Brian actually started his first cooking job at Herbivore's, which was an old vegetarian restaurant just two doors down from here. Then he got a Julia Child scholarship from going to Johnson County (Community College) for culinary school, and then he went to Le Cordon Bleu in France. He graduated there at the top of his class, and he’s cooked in Michelin star restaurants and he’s been all over the world — he’s cooked in Australia, New York, D.C., Philadelphia. He’s been doing this for over 20 years. And then there’s me, Bartender Brad, who’s worked in some restaurants. I’ve brought some of my own knowledge to the table, but I’m learning a lot from him. I feel pretty lucky and honored that he’s my brother-in-law and that we’re doing it together, because without the food, what d’ya got, really? (laughs)
When you’re not at the restaurant, where do you like to eat?
I really love Leeway Franks. They’re similar to us in that they’re a small little spot trying to do their thing. Their food is incredible. When I was at 715, I used to say, “It’s so nice to work at a restaurant where you want to come and eat or stay for a while after you get off work.” I love that place. I love the Burger Stand a lot. I think what they’re doing over there is just perfect. It’s exactly where I want to go to watch a game and eat a burger. I love Hank Charcuterie, I love 1900 Barker, and Alchemy Coffee’s really cool as well. I love their breakfast sandwiches there in the morning on the weekends…so good. Little Saigon Café out on 23rd Street — I love that spot as well. I could go on and on. Which is nice, because I think about being in Lawrence while I was in school, which was, oh gosh, 20 years ago, and our options were like, (now-defunct downtown bar) G. Willikers. There were very few spots. There was Free State, and that was it.
You mean as far as fine-dining options go?
Yeah, basically. I love that place, too. Their beers are incredible. I could go on and on.
Note: Not wanting to leave anyone out, Shanks later added via email that he enjoys the coconut donuts at Ladybird Diner.
Taco Zone Will Open a Permanent Spot in Downtown Lawrence
-Sarah Gish, The Kansas City Star
Taco Zone, a pop-up taco shop at Lawrence’s Replay Lounge, soon will have a permanent spot in the Kansas college town.
Brad Shanks and brother-in-law Brian Ayers launched Taco Zone a year ago. The weekends-only stand serves tacos stuffed with slow-braised meats prepared by Ayers, a classically trained chef.
Fillings rotate weekly, but favorites include green chile chicken, chorizo and potato, grilled corn and black bean and cochinita pibil — slow-roasted pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaves.
Taco Zone started as an experiment.
“We wanted to see if we could have a spot in the food scene here,” Shanks says, “and it went really well.”
Now the business duo is preparing to open a permanent shop at 13 E. 8th St.
Shanks says the new Taco Zone will be “a glorified taco stand” where customers will order and pick up food at the counter. The expanded menu will feature made-from-scratch aguas frescas, burritos, tortas, quesadillas, and chips and guacamole.
“It’s not a bar, but we will carry a very small selection of beers and a margarita,” Shanks says.
The roughly 1,000-square-foot space is still under construction. Shanks and Ayers are targeting mid-April for an opening date.
Shanks is still finalizing Taco Zone’s hours, but he says the shop will be open for lunch and dinner every day except for Monday, when it’ll be closed. Taco Zone will likely stay open until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday — so it could become a late-night dining destination for bar hoppers.
Don’t worry, Replay regulars: Taco Zone’s pop-up taqueria will still be posted at the bar on weekends. The stand is open on Friday and Saturday evenings and will expand to Sundays in April.
-Taco Zone Plans to Open Downtown Restaurant by Chad Lawhorn, Lawrence Journal World
Eons ago when I was in college, taco night meant 33 cent tacos at the Taco Tico. You would put $10 on the counter, your belt on the table, and settle in for a couple of hours of gastronomical delight. But that doesn’t appear to be the college taco scene anymore, and we all may get to check it out for ourselves soon enough. The Taco Zone, a business that got its start serving upscale late-night tacos in Lawrence bars, has inked a deal to open a downtown restaurant of its own.
Documents filed at City Hall show that the Taco Zone has filed plans to remodel a vacant storefront at 13 E. Eighth St. to accommodate a new restaurant. The location is a couple doors down from the Sandbar and is in what used to be an e-cigarette shop.
“It is definitely going to be a regular brick and mortar store,” said Brad Shanks, who co-owns the business with his brother in-law Brian Ayers. “It will allow us to expand our menu a bit.”
Shanks said he expects the restaurant to open in early spring, but was shy about sharing other details for the business’ plans at the moment.
Taco Zone got started by serving tacos on the patio of the Replay Lounge in downtown Lawrence. Shanks said the plan is for the Taco Zone to continue serving at the Replay, but the Eighth Street restaurant will broaden its market.
It looks like the Taco Zone has a menu that changes frequently, but it definitely isn’t Taco Tico fare. (Which is probably good because about $8 into a night at Taco Tico you would begin to remember what put the “ico” in Tico.) The Taco Zone’s Facebook page lists dishes such as Salsa Verde Braised Pork, Chicken Tinga, Chili Rojo Beef and Sweet Potato, and a Chicken and Chorizo taco.
Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/living/liv-columns-blogs/chow-town/article15488981.html#storylink=cpy
Taco Zone, Replay Lounge, Lawrence, KS
-Keith C., The Inspired Tastebud
In the most unlikely of places in the town of Lawrence, Ks lies a golden gem for fans of classic New Mexican style taquieras. The Taco Zone is humbly located in the corner of the Replay Lounge, an alternative bar located off Mass and 8th street. The food is simply spectacular. Slowly braised for hours, they offer traditional proteins like Chile Rojo Beef and Yucutan Pork that detonate on the palatte with exciting, complex, well-layered flavors. Those suffering from mental disorders which prevent the consumption of meat will find that the vegetarian menu is exceptionally well crafted and offers meatless tacos which are extroardinarly palatable and have clearly had the same care and expert attention given to them as any of the other menu items they offer.
The ambience suffers greatly due to the bar atmosphere and the Taco Zone operates during bar hours which require a cover just to get to the ordering counter. Tacos are served on flimsy paper plates and there are often no places to sit and eat unless you show up earlier than the crowds. This is a minor and forgiveable atrocity as the Taco Zone consistently delivers food which would easily justify a white table cloth and a bill twice as heavy on the pocket.
Service is excellent and kitchen processes have been streamlined down to a one man show. They now accept credit and debit cards and prices are incredible given the quality and taste of the tacos they are peddling. Patrons can expect to be full for under 10 bucks a head and as of this writing 6 bones will get you three tacos of your choice from a weekly rotating menu of 3 meat and 1 vegetarian receipes, a small portion of spicy pickled vegetables and a small compliment of a house made smoked habanero chile sauce which will significantly kick up the heat quotient on anything it touches, including human eyeballs so watch the fingers.
The Taco Zone rates 4 out of 5 tastebuds for delivering incredible tacos which double as $6 dollar plane tickets to the best taquieras in the heart of Alberquerque. This is a must try for anyone who enjoys chile spice and the vegetarian menu provides an actual option for diners which isn’t just a second thought to appease picky eaters. The Taco Zone will have trouble attracting diners who don’t want to push through a sea of bar-goers, but the food is so good its easy to envision the future opening of a permanent location which can offer more seating and an overall more enjoyable dining experience. -KC
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-Sarah Gish, Ink Magazine
"Take it from Lawrence locals: The best nights out on Mass Street begin and end with great grub."
Taco Zone
"The first rule of Taco Zone is that you don’t talk about Taco Zone.
'A lot of people say, ‘We love your food, but we don’t tell anybody about it because we don’t want the secret to get out,'says Brad Shanks, who co-owns Taco Zone with his brother-in-law Brian Ayers.
The pop-up taqueria serves authentic Mexican tacos filled with slow-braised meats prepared by Ayers, a classically trained chef who recently moved to Lawrence from Los Angeles. Taco selections vary by the week, but there’s always a beef, pork, chicken and vegetarian option.
Taco Zone’s recent recipes have included green chile chicken, chorizo and potato, grilled corn and black bean, and cochinita pibil, slow-roasted pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaves.
'That one’s a big hit,' Shanks says of the cochinita pibil, which is served on a warm corn tortilla with pickled red onions and cilantro.'"
Future Food Wonders
-Sara Shepherd, Lawrence Journal World
Looking for the next iconic Lawrence menu items
"Al pastor, chicken tinga, calabacitas, cochinita pibil -- suddenly the Replay patio is so... global.
The poularity of these Mexican street tacos, served 'til 2 a.m. on Replay's back patio, has snowballed since Taco Zone started up in March. The selection changes nightly and features some authentic Mexican staples, some new interpretations and some veggie options
Maybe a food stand on the Replay patio won't stick around another 20 years. But wouldn't it be cool if it did?"
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M. Hunter Ulf, AIA, recently chaired a jury of six architects in Washington, D.C. to select the recipients for the two highest honors bestowed by the national American Institute of Architects (AIA) Board of Directors – the Gold Medal Award and the Architecture Firm Award. The Gold Medal Award is given to an individual in recognition of significant work with lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture. The Architecture Firm Award is conferred upon an architecture firm for consistently producing distinguished architecture. In the past 96 years, the Gold Medal Award has been granted to only 60 individuals, and since 1962, the Architecture Firm Award has been awarded on an annual basis (with the exception of two years when no awards were made).M. Hunter Ulf, President of UK Architects, P.C., in Hanover, NH, and a Director on the national AIA Board, had the privilege of chairing the Gold Medal/Firm Award Advisory Jury for preliminary selection of the 2004 awards. Nominees for these awards undergo a rigorous submission and review process before being selected as finalists by the Jury. The Gold Medal has been awarded to such renowned architects as Henry Bacon, who designed the Lincoln Memorial and the Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC, and Frank Lloyd Wright. In 2003, the Architecture Firm Award was granted to the Miller|Hull Partnership, which played a large part in creating the “Pacific Northwest” style.M. Hunter Ulf, AIA, and Christopher P. Kennedy, AIA, are the founding principals of UK Architects, P.C., Hanover, NH, providing excellence in architectural services, solutions, and customer satisfaction since 1992. Ulf and Kennedy are licensed in all New England states (but Rhode Island), plus Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC. Mr. Ulf resides in Pomfret, Vermont.### read more
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HOUSTON >> Oh no you didn’t, Clippers.And nothing personal, Chris Paul, but take all the time you need coming back from that hamstring injury.Your team doesn’t need you. Not in the Western Conference semifinals, anyway.Not against the Houston Rockets, the pretenders they are, apparently. They have no answer for Blake Griffin, who went for 26 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists, to more than pick up the slack of Paul’s absence.“Without Chris, everybody needs to step up,” Griffin said, “It’s not one person, It’s everybody’s job.”The Rockets couldn’t stop Matt Barnes, who had 20 points. They got beat by Austin Rivers, who replaced Paul in the starting lineup and finished with 17 points,All five Clipper starters scored in double figures, and Jamal Crawford came off the bench for 21 points.“Look at the stat sheet,” Griffin marveled. “Look how we played tonight. It was everybody. Everybody stepped up and played their role.”Did I mention it was without Paul?The Rockets are cooked,Let’s also admit the Rockets aren’t the San Antonio Spurs, not even close.They don’t drain you emotionally and physically by forcing you to out-think them as much as out-play them.And they don’t methodically grind you to a pulp with textbook offensive sets and sharing the ball and working in unison. They are the anti-Spurs in that regard, playing sloppy offense, taking questionable shots and possessing neither the defensive challenge nor the offensive chess game.The Rockets turned the ball over 24 times. It led to 34 Clippers points,That’s all you really need to know about who the Clippers are playing.And while Kevin McHale can post up Gregg Popovich and go to work even while limping around with a bad back and gimpy legs, he is nowhere near the coach Pop is.Meanwhile, Dwight Howard isn’t Tim Duncan and James Harden still isn’t a big-time playoff player.And so on and so forth.In other words, the Rockets are beatable for the Clippers — with or without Paul, who was essentially put in a straitjacket, tied to the bench by the training staff and told to stay as far away from the court as possible.Lest he go all John Wayne on everyone and foolishly try to push his strained left hamstring by playing in a Game 1 that was seemingly set up beautifully for the Rockets whether he played or not.As for the Clippers, they’ve gone and grown up right before our very eyes. The win over the Spurs didn’t just punch their ticket to the semifinals, it was a team-wide awakening.The confidence soared beyond anywhere it’s ever been.“I just think it’s grown all year,” Clippers coach Doc Rivers said “This team has been through a lot and grown together,”Said Griffin: “The battle we had in the first round is an invaluable lesson. You can’t get that kind of experience.”Which is how they could stroll into the Toyota Center barely 48 hours after surviving their grueling seven-game series against the champs looking fresher, better, smarter and more driven.Then go steal a game that seemed perfectly set up for the Rockets to win, with or without Paul playing.They knew.They believed.Somewhere around the middle of the second quarter, Rivers looked down his bench, caught eyes with Paul and then smiled, quickly turning away and going back to work. For a second or two, the wheels seemed to be spinning in Rivers’ head.It seemed bad enough his All-Star point guard was looking dapper in black slacks and a juniper-green sport coat — rather than wearing his uniform — or that Houston’s Toyota Center was rocking and rolling around him with every dunk, 3-pointer and alley-oops by their Rockets.Let alone having to catch eyes with Paul and ponder ever so fleetingly how different things might be if he pulled a Clark Kent with a quick Superman wardrobe switch and helped save the Clippers.So Rivers immediately turned away.He knew he had an ace in his pocket. So did the Clippers.They believed they could win without their leader. And after spotting the Rockets a 13-point lead, they came roaring back by outscoring them by 20 in the second half to pull away.Don’t need you tonight, buddy, they told Paul. We got your back.Dagger delivered.Series over.Rest up, Paul. The Clippers got your back in this round. The Clippers got your back, big time, CP3.So rest up because it looks like the Western Conference finals are in your future.Let’s be honest, after the Clippers stormed into Houston and stole Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals with a 117-101 win over the Rockets, so much was revealed that it’s impossible to know where to start, exactly.But we’ll begin with the obvious: This series is over.No way the Rockets rebound from dropping the opener while Paul was sitting on the bench, no more a factor than Spencer Hawes. Newsroom GuidelinesNews TipsContact UsReport an Error read more
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Pit yourself against the genius of Leonardo da Vinci at this museum dedicated to the Italian luminary. Alongside dozens of working models of Leonardo’s inventions, a workshop gives you the chance to do some building of your own. With multimedia exhibits and hands-on displays, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum is a fun stop for kids and adults.
The immersive museum takes an in-depth journey into Leonardo da Vinci’s engineering and mechanical inventions. Browse the interactive life-size machines modeled after the inventor’s original sketches, and see high-resolution images of some of Leonardo’s most famous works of art. Then, head to the workshop and attempt to construct Leonardo’s arched bridge, dome, and polyhedrons. Book your ticket in advance to avoid waiting in a long line to enter.
An explanation in five languages, including English, accompanies each machine.
The museum is wheelchair-accessible.
There’s no museum cafè, but the neighborhood has plenty of dining options.
There’s an on-site gift shop selling models and other souvenirs.
An easy walk from the train station and top attractions, the museum is located on Via dei Servi in the historic center of Florence, halfway between the Duomo and the Accademia Gallery.
When to Get There
The museum is open every day (hours vary depending on the season), and is a welcome break from the summer heat and crowds of the Duomo.
Leonardo da Vinci Museums Across Italy
You’ll find several Leonardo-themed museums in Italy, including collections in Rome, Milan, and Vinci, Leonardo’s hometown. The Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Florence stands out for its engaging, hands-on atmosphere and workshop where kids and adults can learn the secrets of Leonardo’s building techniques.
Address: Via dei Servi, 66, Florence 50122, Italy
Admission: Varies
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- Leonardo Interactive Museum® Entrance Ticket
Step inside the creative mind of Leonardo Da Vinci with skip-the-line entrance to the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum in Florence. Your admission ticket offers unlimited access, so you can spend as long you like exploring the exhibitions and admiring Leonardo’s Machines, created from the famous Da Vinci Codes.
45 minutes to 1 hour
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Florence for Families Private Tour
Visiting Florence with kids in tow? This private 4-hour tour is specially designed for families, with a focus on child-friendly activities and commentary that’s as entertaining as it is educational. Visit the Academy Museum to marvel at Michelangelo's David, keep the kids amused with the interactive exhibitions at the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum, and take in sights like the Ponte Vecchio and Repubblica square on a walking tour. Best of all: your skip-the-line tickets mean no waiting in line and you’ll even stop to enjoy a complimentary gelato along the way!
Florence: Leonardo Da Vinci Museum With City Walking Tour
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the stunning Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral • See the Signoria Square with its replica of the Michelangelo’s David • Walk over the famous Old Bridge • Over 40 inventions of Leonardo Da Vinci • Most Important Museum in Florence dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci • Learn from a professional guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures - Join an amazing journey through the most famous squares and streets of Florence and take a step back in time to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Florence to learn more about his complex and fascinating studies with an informative, friendly, and engaging guide.
Leonardo Interactive Museum & CitySightseeing Florence
Save time and money when you combine a hop-on, hop-off day tour in Florence with a visit to the fascinating Leonardo Da Vinci Museum. See top attractions and disembark at any of over 30 stops; choose from a 24- hour or 48-hour pass. Explore the five elemental sections (earth, air, water, fire, mechanism) of the museum, and immerse yourself in the genius of one of the most brilliant minds of the Renaissance.
Leonardo Da Vinci in Florence - Private Tour
City Florence Tours invites you to discover one of the most fascinating minds of the Renaissance, with a guided tour that will take you to admire the most beloved Florentine places of the master Leonardo Da Vinci, showing you unusual details about his person and how the city looked of Florence at the end of the 15th century. You will start at the Bargello Museum, visit Palazzo Gondi, arrive in the square of the Uffizi Gallery and continue your visit, walk along Piazza Della Signoria where you can admire the Palazzo Vecchio and the Salone dei 500, which is located at interior of the building. Turning your back on the building, you will admire the Loggia dei Lanzi, then walk past the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, to admire the Dome. The last leg of our visit will be the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum in Florence, we will enter inside to visit this small museum entirely dedicated to the master, containing replicas and drawings of the main machines made by the genius.
Discovering Florence With A Kids Friendly Guides
Explore Florence on foot with a private half-day walking tour. Join a kid-friendly guide to learn about the art and history of Florence while visiting the Accademia Gallery, the Leonardo Da Vinci Museum, and the Basilica di Santa Croce. Skip-the-line with priority access tickets and see famous works of art such as Michelangelo’s statue of David.
Play with Leonardo da Vinci: have fun discovering Florence and Leonardo!
Play with Leonardo is an interactive tour where you and your children can learn about the city history and the life of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo da Vinci. You and your family will have fun playing together to find out anecdotes and facts of Leonardo's life. It will be also a great introduction to go later on your own to explore Uffizi Gallery, which houses 3 paintings by da Vinci.
Florence Leonardo Da Vinci Tour
Discover the story of true genius – Leonardo Da Vinci with the local professional guide! Visit the museum with exhibitions dedicated to this influential artist. Do you know the story of Leonardo’s Horse? You will be impressed with his created wooden machines and models. What was so special about this famous artist childhood? You will be shocked to hear the story that he was almost executed! Together with the guide, you will release the secrets of Leonardo da Vinci and will feel his spirit in a special place of Florence.
Florence Private Tour For Kids
This 3 hours Florence tour for families will give you the opportunity to visit Florence and its more important sights with your children! You will visit the most important sites of Florence accompanied by a kid-friendly and licensed guide. Your tour will start at the Accademia Gallery, where you will enter with the skip-the-line tickets and have the opportunity to admire the very famous and beautiful Michelangelo’s “David”. Then, you will move to the Duomo and admire it from the outside, and if there is no line you can choose to visit inside. Signori Square, Straw Market, and the Old Bridge will be the last steps of your tour. If you want you can also choose one or more of these optional extensions: Palazzo Vecchio (the Old Palace), the Leonardo da Vinci Museum, and a Private Demonstration of Florentine hand-decorated paper. All the family will have fun!
Should I book Leonardo Da Vinci Museum tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Leonardo Da Vinci Museum can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 9 Leonardo Da Vinci Museum tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Leonardo Da Vinci Museum 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Leonardo Da Vinci Museum costs USD 8.60. Guided Leonardo Da Vinci Museum tours start around USD 8.60 per person. See all 9 Leonardo Da Vinci Museum tickets and tours on Viator.
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