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__label__wiki	0.736299	0.736299	Before Hendrix, Elvis and Chuck Berry, There Was Sister Rosetta Tharpe — Video The Story Behind ‘Crossroads’ and Its Unsung Guitar Hero, Arlen Roth The Two-Handed Tapping of The Unknown Guitarist Vittorio Camardese in 1965 — Video The Only Playable Stradivarius Guitar Left in the World “The Sabionari” Made in 1679 — Video The Earliest Known Live Footage of the Jimi Hendrix Experience — Video Gary Moore Reminisces, Plays “Johnny Boy” and “One Day” on His ’59 Les Paul Bursts — Video Forgotten Guitar Classic Commercials Classic Guitar Lessons Guitar Documentaries Isolated Guitar Tracks Vintage Adverts - in Forgotten Guitar // Interview with “Broken Guitar” virtuoso Street performer, Tom Ward — Video - in 2000 — // Jimmy Page Gives Us An Up-Close Look At His “Number One” Gibson Les Paul — Video - in 1970 — 79 // Ronnie Montrose: Full Live Concert from 1978 in New York City — Video - in 1960 — 69 // Mississippi John Hurt’s 1965 Appearance on “Rainbow Quest” — Video - in Forgotten Guitar // Hear Eric Clapton’s Isolated Guitar Track on “White Room” by Cream - in All Videos // R.I.P. Scotty Moore: Elvis Guitarist and Rock and Roll Icon Dies at 84 - in All Videos // Steve Vai: Classic Clips and Interview on the Making of “Modern Primitive” — Video - in 1970 — 79 // Fantastic Footage of Jimi Hendrix Live at Berkeley From 1970 — Video - in Forgotten Guitar // Three Live Tracks From Little Milton Live on Sunday Night in 1989 — Video - in Forgotten Guitar // BREAKING NEWS: Black Sabbath Flyer from Download Festival Confirms More 2017 UK Shows - in Forgotten Guitar // Breaking: Gibson Custom Shop Break-in, at Least Ten Guitars Stolen - in All Videos // Bob Dylan: Eat the Document (1966) – Full Documentary - in Forgotten Guitar // See and Hear the First Gibson Les Paul “Burst”… and It’s For Sale - in All Videos // Roy Smeck: The Wizard of the Strings — Documentary Short - in Forgotten Guitar // What Each Artist Was Paid For Their Woodstock Performance in ’69 - in 1980 — 89 // Soundboard Recordings of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s 1983 Rehearsal with David Bowie in Dallas Texas - in 1980 — 89 // Neal Schon and Sammy Hagar Perform Live as Part of HSAS in 1984 — Video - in 1970 — 79 // B.B. King’s Classy 1974 Performance at Stockholm’s Konserthus Concert Hall — Video - in Forgotten Guitar // That Time a Journalist Asked Don Henley About a Lyric “Mistake” in The Eagles Classic “Hotel California”, And it Did Not End Well. - in 1990 — 99 // Brian Setzer Orchestra – Entire Set from Woodstock ’99 — Video Rare Footage of Jimi Hendrix’s Full Performance at the Royal Albert Hall in 1969 — Video Posted on - by Forgotten Guitar in 1960 — 69, All Videos, Forgotten Guitar, Live Performance // 92 Comments Jimi Hendrix on stage at the Royal Albert Hall Jimi Hendrix played London’s Royal Albert Hall on three occasions at between 1967 and 1969-Firstly sharing the bill with likes of (The) Pink Floyd, The Amen Corner, The Nice and The Move. 1967 programme from Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Move, The Pink Floyd, The Amen Corner and The Nice at the Royal Albert Hall When he returned to the venue in February 1969, it was to headline two sold-out nights supported by The Soft Machine. At the time, tensions had been growing between the band and their management for several months, but these appeared to be put aside for these two concerts. The Royal Albert Hall shows would be remembered as some of The Experience’s best and most successful late performances, and would be their final in the UK. The event was filmed but due to legal wrangles, it was never been officially released. However, Vimeo user Kurt Max has uploaded Hendrix’s set (from the Feb 24th show) to his channel, which you can see in the video clips below. Hear My Train a Comin’ I Don’t Live Today Voodoo Child (Slight Return) Room Full of Mirrors 15 Comments on Rare Footage of Jimi Hendrix’s Full Performance at the Royal Albert Hall in 1969 — Video Tania O'Sullivan // - at 2:34 pm // Reply holy holy what a great tuesday am ear and eye candy LOL Andrew Rodgers // - at 1:17 pm // Reply I believe the footage was shot by Austn John Marshall, husband of Shirley Collins. Anyone have more information? Darryl // - at 8:37 am // Reply The entire setlist follows: 1. Introduction and Tune-Up 2. Lover Man 3. Stone Free (not filmed — footage replaced by dance troupe) 4. Getting My Heart Back Together Again (aka “Hear My Train A’ Coming”) 5. I Don’t Live Today 6. Red House 7. Foxy Lady 8. Sunshine Of Your Love 9. Bleeding Heart 10. Fire 11. Little Wing 12. Voodoo Chile (Slight Return) 13. Room Full Of Mirrors 14. Announcement & Tune Up 15. Purple Haze 16. Wild Thing 17. Star-Spangled Banner/Smashing Of The Amps Tracks not in the film in these versions, probably from prior or subsequent show: 1. Tax Free 3. Getting My Heart Together Again 7. Spanish Castle Magic 8. Star-Spangled Banner/Purple Haze 9. Voodoo Chile (Slight Return) Experience Hendrix has been representing for the past decade that release of the RAH film and definitive concert album are imminent. They also claim to have “all access” footage and music, including soundchecks and hotel room jams. We will see. Matthew Soubble // - at 2:45 pm // Reply I don’t know where to reply… But I just want to say I really love Jimi Hendrix. This Video is great for the sound. And there is some great footage of other shows and some pictures, but I honestly would rather just watch Jimi stand there and play the guitar. It’s awesome to hear him riffing and dive bombing, but when I watch him play it’s even better. It doesn’;t even look like he’s actually playing the thing when I see what he looks like compared to what I hear… It’s surreal. But, this is still a good video. I have never seen it so it’s like brand new for me. Kurt Max // - at 7:19 am // Reply Deke // - at 6:31 pm // Reply Great seeing Jimi jam with some of the guys from Traffic. Dave Mason, Chris Wood, and Stevie Winwood all played on separate songs for “Electric Ladyland”. x // - at 12:08 pm // Reply Heck, I already have all soundcheck music from both days, plus this bootleg footage. I wonder why the film has never been released officially…I mean, Janie needs new shoes…..she will sue anybody who even mentions the name “Jimi Hendrix”. Yes, bitch…sue me…I gots my lawyer…. irwinmainway // - at 3:14 pm // Reply To hear what this iconic concert would sound like IF the Audio Master was ever allowed to be used for proper releases – this concert called “the most bootlegged show ever” – just look in your collection for ‘In the West’ (LP ONLY) – Voodoo Child, Little Wing….and the Concerts CD/LP – Stone Free, Bleeding Heart. That 4-CD set from 2000 and then rereleased has the two tracks from In the West. Glorious playing a mere mortal cannot imagine Voodoo Child played better. Scoutthedoggie // - at 5:37 am // Reply Never realised this was supposed to be “rare” had it on video for over 20 years. Just never uploaded it. Might start uploading recordings to Vimeo because YouTube just hits me with legal stuff when I upload there, even when I do not mention the artist by name or in tags etc. Kurt Max // - at 2:58 pm // Reply Hello Scoutthedoggie 😉 You wrote ” had it on video for over 20 years.”. Yes, however, it is crucial to point out that THIS version (linked to this article) is using a significant video and audio source upgrade (s well as dozens of hours spent remastering the sound and picture quality). Your 20 year old version is an entirely different ‘Experience’. See what I did there? 😉 You also wrote “Might start uploading recordings to Vimeo because YouTube…” Yes, that is why I uploaded this to Vimeo myself. Check out the other rare, nowhere else on the web clips I’ve uploaded. elmo7sharp9 // - at 12:13 pm // Reply “Bleeding Heart” from this gig is my favourite Jimi track of all time. At one point in this movie, Noel Redding is in the audience, watching himself play bass on stage (LSD is a powerful drug…). Check out that uniformed Commissionaire in the aisle, compare and contrast with the uninhibited dancing elsewhere… Kurt Max // - at 10:43 am // Reply Opps. Wrong video link. https://www.cda.pl/video/1630444f5 Ginger Baker Do What You Like Rar \| Bolakovic2 Leave a Reply to Andrew Rodgers Cancel reply Randy Rhoads Full After Hours Live Performance With Ozzy From 1981 — Video Andy Timmons, Paul Gilbert and Steve Vai Share the Stage in 1997 — Video The Blues Accordin’ to Lightnin’ Hopkins – Full Documentary A Classic Pepsi Commercial from 1985 Paul Kossoff and Free Live from the UK in 1970 — Video Andy Timmons “Cry For You” Recording Session Video From 1994 — Video Happy Birthday Billy Gibbons. ZZ Top’s First Live Performance in Europe 1980 — Video Three Live Tracks From Little Milton Live on Sunday Night in 1989 — Video Steve Vai’s 1990 Appearance on Headbangers Ball — Video Deep Purple perform “Into The Fire” Live in Germany in 1971 — Video Brian May “Bohemian Rhapsody” Guitar Solo Demo— Video Dimebag Darrell and Pantera performing “The Art of Shredding” – 1990 — Video Malmsteen- “If you really love music, Play it!” — Video A Close-up Look at Stevie Ray Vaughan’s “Number One” Fender Stratocaster — Video Vivian Campbell Live with Dio in 1985 — Video Tony Iommi – Starlicks Lesson (1984) Doug Aldrich – Live Guitar Solo – 2006 — Video David Gilmour “High Hopes” Guitar Solo Live – 1994 — Video The Night Eddie Van Halen Rocked ‘Late Night’ — Video Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2016 Classic Performances — Video Hear Eric Clapton’s Isolated Guitar Track on “White Room” by Cream Jimmy Page Gives Us An Up-Close Look At His “Number One” Gibson Les Paul — Video ” Just as if they were real musical instruments” Happy Birthday Jake E. Lee: Awesome Live Solo on Stage With Ozzy in 1984 — Video Interview with “Broken Guitar” virtuoso Street performer, Tom Ward — Video Ronnie Montrose: Full Live Concert from 1978 in New York City — Video Mississippi John Hurt’s 1965 Appearance on “Rainbow Quest” — Video R.I.P. Scotty Moore: Elvis Guitarist and Rock and Roll Icon Dies at 84 Steve Vai: Classic Clips and Interview on the Making of “Modern Primitive” — Video Forgotten Guitar on Facebook	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line763
__label__cc	0.510315	0.489685	Accenture company profile RANK279 Previous: 278 Next: 280 Accenture is a $43-billion-in-annual-revenue technology and consulting company incorporated in Dublin, Ireland. Led by CEO Julie Sweet, who prior to her promotion in 2019 served as CEO of Accenture’s business in North America, the Fortune Global 500 information technology services company has kept up its pace of growth through high-profile acquisitions like that of ad agency Droga5. With more than 500,000 employees worldwide—in 200 cities across 51 countries—the company provides services across strategy and consulting, operations, and technology, and the future of work. Accenture also operates more than 100 “innovation hubs,” developing solutions for cloud, finance, and other industries. Ricardo Rubio—Europa Press/Getty Images Lists ranking Accenture Global 500 - 2020This year's Global 500 generated $33.3 trillion in...READ MOREview in list RANK31 40 Best Large Workplaces in New York - 2020The 40 companies highlighted on this year's list s...READ MOREview in list 100 Best Companies to Work For - 2020Our 2020 list of the 100 best companies as ranked ...READ MOREview in list World’s Most Admired Companies - 2020For an astounding 13th straight year, Apple claims...READ MOREview in list Future 50 - 2019Fortune's proprietary methodology allows us to zer...READ MOREview in list Change the World - 2019These 52 companies from across the globe are doing...READ MOREview in list Latest news for Accenture The most vocal group condemning the violence at the Capitol just might be CEOs Clifton Leaf January 7, 2021 3:40 AM UTC One side effect of the crisis? Employees of color risk losing their networks, Accenture CEO Julie Sweet warns Emma Hinchliffe December 1, 2020 8:00 PM UTC How Fortune ranks business’s Most Powerful Women in the COVID era Kristen Bellstrom Beth Kowitt October 19, 2020 9:30 AM UTC These women are changing business for the better—and Fortune’s coverage is changing, too Accenture CEO Julie Sweet tells companies to get out of the COVID ‘crisis mode’ Aaron Pressman September 30, 2020 9:48 PM UTC	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line764
__label__cc	0.668671	0.331329	India's Crypto Trading Volume Soars Amid Economic Crisis Santander Acquires Fintech Startup Ebury for $453 Million Santander Secures Saul Proctor in New Senior Banking Role Paysafe Names Noah Sharp as Chief Banking Officer Payments platform Paysafe announced this week that it has appointed Noah Sharp as its Chief Banking Officer, where he will be responsible for leading and developing the company’s global banking, payment partner, and card network relationships. Sharp joins Paysafe from Standard Chartered Bank, where he was most recently the Director – FinTech Banking & Advisory, US & UK/Europe. In this role, he was responsible for building and advising the bank’s Fintech client franchise in Europe and North America. As the Chief Banking Officer, which is a newly created role for the company, Sharp is based in London and reports to Danny Chazonoff, Paysafe’s Chief Operating Officer. Commenting on the appointment, Danny Chazonoff said in the statement on Thursday: “Having the very best portfolio of bank and payments partners who really understand our business continues to be a critical enabler and I’m thrilled we have found such an exceptional individual for this role.” “Noah and his team will act as a consolidated relationship lead on behalf of our financial partners and identify opportunities to work with new providers where needed. He’s a very talented and proven banker himself and I know he will be a real asset to our leadership team as well as a fantastic day to day interface for the banking and payments community who are already working with Paysafe.” Noah Sharp’s career history Before he was at Standard Chartered Bank, Sharp was at Deutsche Bank, where he spent 11 years. His most recent position was based in London as the VP – FinTech & Insurance (NBFI) Coverage, Corporate Banking, Global Relationship Manager. This position saw Sharp managing global relationships for European and US-headquartered Fintechs, card schemes, insurance companies, and other non-bank financial institutions. During his time with the German lender, he also worked within its transaction banking and COO divisions. “Paysafe has grown rapidly over the years and built itself a reputation in the payments industry of offering a truly unique, differentiated and well-diversified set of products and services,” Sharp added in the statement. “This is an exciting move for me, and I look forward to playing a role in its ongoing success story by establishing a best-in-class approach to managing our banking relationships and payment partner strategy.” (Photo: Paysafe) Paysafe’s Revenues, Operating Profits Strike All-Time Highs in 2016 ETA Recognizes Paysafe Leader In 2020 ‘Forty Under 40’ Tether (USDT) $ 1.00 0.25% Chainlink (LINK) $ 22.30 11.23% Binance Coin (BNB) $ 45.88 10.30%	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line765
__label__cc	0.695515	0.304485	News aus dem Netz Viren-News [FSec] IOS Crash Report: Blocking "Pop-Ups" Doesn't Really Help Ersteller Newsfeed Erstellt am 17 Juli 2015 Nachrichtenbote The Telegraph published an article on Thursday about a scam targeting iOS users. Here's the gist: scammers are using JavaScript generated dialogs to display warnings of so-called "IOS Crash" reports prompting people to call for tech support. Near the end of the Telegraph's article, the following advice is offered: "To prevent the issue happening again, go to Settings -> Safari -> Block Pop-ups." Unfortunately, this advice is incorrect. And perhaps even more unfortunately, some security and tech pundits are now repeating the bad advice on numerous websites. How do we know the advice is wrong? Because we actually tested it… First of all, this "IOS Crash Report" scam is a variation of the technical support scam, cases of which have been documented as early as 2008. In the past, cold-calls originated directly from call centers in India. But more recently, web-based lures are used to prompt potential victims into contacting the scammers. A Google Search returns several live scam sites with this text: "Due to a third party application in your phone, IOS is crashed." Here's one of the sites as viewed with iOS Safari on an iPad: Safari's "Fraudulent Website Warning" and "Block Pop-ups" feature didn't prevent the page from loading. What looks like a pop-up on the image above is actually a JavaScript generated dialog. One which will continuously re-spawn itself and can be very difficult to dismiss. Turning off JavaScript in Safari is the quickest way to regain control. Unfortunately, leaving JavaScript disabled will significantly impact a large number of legitimate websites. Here's the same site as viewed with Google Chrome for Windows: Notice the additional text in the image above: prevent this page from creating additional dialogs. Current versions of Chrome and Firefox (for Windows, at least) will inject this option into re-spawning dialogs, allowing the user to break the loop. Sadly, Internet Explorer and Safari do not. (We tested with IE for Windows / Windows Phone, and iOS Safari.) Wouldn't be great if all browsers supported this prevention feature? Yeah, we think so, too. But it's not just browsers, apps with browser functionality can also be affected. Here's an example of a JavaScript dialog displayed via Cydia. The end of the Telegraph's article included the following advice from City of London police: "Never give your iCloud username and password or your bank details to someone over the phone." Indeed! Giving somebody your iCloud password could quickly turn a support scam into a data hijacking and extortion scheme. We attempted to call several of the scammer telephone numbers to see if they would ask for our iCloud credentials — only to discover that the numbers we tried are currently not in service. Hopefully they stay that way. (They won't.) On 17/07/15 At 10:15 AM	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line766
__label__cc	0.74709	0.25291	The Redrunners Who are the Red Riders? Elves of course, I knew that. And I remembered, from my initial read through of the books, something about them protecting the ruby red crystals that were elf souls, denuded of flesh. But that’s all. So when our party were attacked by a corrupted, undead elf, and recovered her blackened crystal heart. I thought I should pull together everything I knew about the elf faction that might make an appearance, should my party try to take the crystal to the still mist, trade it, or do something with it that I hadn’t yet imaged. Eschewing the books, I turned instead to the PDFs, where I could search for words, and find every mention of it listed. And my first problem was that they were not mentioned at all. Not mentioned in the Gamemasters’ Guide, not mentioned in the Players’ Handbook. I was puzzled, where has I read about them? I turned to the Ravens Purge campaign book. Not there either? It took me a little while to realise that I was searching for Red Riders, not Redrunners. I gave myself a mental slap for stupidity and started my search again. The Redrunners were founded by the elf Gemalda in an effort to reclaim the heart of her sister, who had been eaten by the Giant, Scrome.* So their founding purpose was indeed to recover the crystal hearts of fallen elves. They are named for the star that (legend has it) rained Elven hearts upon the world. Ashamed at humanity’s invasion of the Ravenlands, and angry at the Orc’s failure to obediently defend their realm, they have chosen not to retreat with their brethren into hidden Elven enclaves, but to roam the Forbidden Lands, defending life from Demons and Rust Brothers. I am sure they see themselves as heroes, but to the rest of the world they seem arrogant and condescending. Indeed, they despise the other kin, even when they see them as allies. They must, occasionally be able to befriend people of other kin though, as they maintain a network of spies. That said, as that network is said to consist of animals as well as other kin, perhaps in the eyes of the Redrunners, everyone else is an animal that can be easily trained… The Redrunners maintain their intelligence gathering operation on behalf of the wider elf community, such as the Druidic order of the Golden Bough, and they are sometimes seen as the Druids’ boot-boys, tasked with demonstrating Elven strength when some-else has something that the Golden Bough druids want. Kalman Rodenfell is a leader of the Redrunners, but I am not sure he is THE leader. An old elf, “his stone heavy with age, his feet rooted like trees in the blood of his enemies”, he spends most of his time in the Stillmist, but he is not adverse to wandering the Forbidden Lands if the need (or opportunity) is great enough. Adventures are more likely to meet his lieutenant, Ulmaya or her lover Alsuro. These centuries old elves, her skin like polished wood, and his hair like silver, are very different from each other. Alsuro is vicious, racist and warlike, but his lover, and commanding officer Ulmayer, while being a dutiful soldier, prefers to find more peaceful ways to complete her missions. Another Redrunner is Malina Redwing who has adapted her flesh to be able to fly a little, but who, like Alsuro, despises anyone who isn’t an elf, even Elvenspring. And that’s about as much as anybody knows about the Redrunners. Which is a little disappointing. One of the things I loved about Coriolis was the deep and inspiring, and often contradictory history of the factions. Every paragraph, it seemed, could be a springboard for adventure. In contrast, the Redrunners are somewhat one-dimensional – haughty, militaristic elves. But Forbidden Lands is a young game, and the world and it’s Lore is young too. The intricate detail of the Third Horizon was created not just by its authors, but also its fans, some of whom became Fria Ligan. It’s up to us fans to add nuance to this fantasy. And so, let me add a little here. Remember those Red Riders I was looking for? The ones that don’t exist? Well, they do now. Gemalda’s most trusted lieutenant, on that first fateful mission, was a young Elf called Lilya Redfox. Lilya came to lead the Cavalry division of the the Redrunners, which fought alongside the swordsmen and archers, mounted on fast, aggressive red deer stags. Eventually she was entrusted with Gemalda’s Entwood Flute. This long but simple, rustic flute was the war-horn of the Redrunners. Silent to any other kin, it could be heard by Elves wherever in the world they are. To most elves, it sounds like sweet musics. But to the Redrunners, the tune is a code, which can call all the Redrunners together to form an army, and in battle can direct that army’s manouvers. However, Lilya fell out with the other Redrunners. Their oath to defend life in the Forbidden Lands, meant all life, she insisted. Even the orcs and invading humans. “We do not despise the Fox for eating the rabbit,” she said “so who are we to judge when humankind seek to farm the Ravenlands?” Eventually she could tolerate the Redrunners’ arrogant racism no longer, and left, taking with her her loyal cavalry and the EFG (Entwood Flute of Gemelda). Considered a traitor by the Redrunners, it is said that she and her warband still roam the Forbidden Lands. There are stories of the Red deer riders interceding in disputes, and defending villages from Demons, but otherwise they keep themselves to themselves. Some whisper that Lilya might maintain contact with Mergolene, but the Elven Druid denies it. Lilya Redfox STRENGTH 4, AGILITY 5, WITS 4, EMPATHY 5 SKILLS: Endurance 3, Melee 4, Stealth 4, Move 3, Marksmanship 5, Insight 3, Survival 2, Crafting 3 TALENTS: Inner Peace, Horseback Fighter 3, Path of The Companion 3, Bowyer 2, Fast Shooter 3 GEAR: Shortbow, broadsword, dagger, leather armor Rådur, Lilya’s WarDeer STRENGTH 4, AGILITY 4 SKILLS: Move 4, Scout 4, Melee 3 Antlers Damage 1, Bludgeon or Stab Movement rate 2 *Scrome the giant is very long lived. He was guardian of the Shadowgate pass, when Zygofer had a run-in with him, during the Third Alder war of 833-845, and now guards the Vale of the Dead. March 24, 2019 Matthew Tyler-Jones 2 thoughts on “The Redrunners” Erik Granström says: While I can understand your frustration on not finding more about the Redrunners in the books, I don’t really feel guilty about it. Our main goal was to start as much as possible going on in interesting ways in the given textual space, making it possible to expand later in various ways, just like you did! In my view and to speak with Derrida, différance of meaning is the key for interesting development in RPGs. Absolutely Erik! You should not feel guilty at all. You have already created lots of nuance and opportunity in the Ravenlands. It just brought home to me how much the Coriolis fan community gave to that setting over the years, so that when us anglophones got hold of it, it was almost too much to get our heads around. Thank you for everything you have created, and the opportunity for us fans to add to the setting. Talking of which, I would be interested in find out about your input into the random encounters … our campaign is very much led by the dice, and we are loving the rich story that is being procedurally generated. Can we grab you for an interview on the podcast some time? 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__label__wiki	0.614328	0.614328	Dems Water Down China Provisions in Defense Bill GOP accuses Pelosi of 'gutting' enforcement against Chinese influence on campus Yuichiro Kakutani House Democrats stripped down an anti-China bill that unanimously passed in the Senate by removing language reining in Chinese government influence on U.S. campuses. Chinese Data Leak Shows Thousands of CCP Members Employed by U.S. and European Companies Jack Beyrer A leaked Chinese Communist Party membership roll shows thousands of party members employed by American and European companies. McCarthy: Swalwell Should Be Removed From Congress For Ties to Chinese Spy House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R., Calif.) said Tuesday that Rep. Eric Swalwell (D., Calif.) should be removed from Congress for his ties to a suspected Chinese spy. Congress Urges Trump Admin to Stop ICC Investigations Into U.S., Israel Adam Kredo A group of nearly 300 members of Congress are calling on the Trump administration to stop the International Criminal Court's "politically motivated investigations" of the United States and Israel. Rep. James Clyburn, Who Touted Coronavirus As ‘Tremendous’ Political Opportunity, to Take Helm of Pandemic Oversight Committee GOP calls Clyburn-led committee redundant House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D., Calif.) announced the formation of a new coronavirus oversight committee led by House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn (D., S.C.), who last month said the deadly pandemic gave Democrats a "tremendous opportunity to restructure things to fit our vision." McCarthy Breaks GOP Fundraising Record as Party Fights to Take Back The House Josh Christenson House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R., Calif.) broke the all-time House Republican fundraising record in 2019, significantly boosting his party's 2020 bid to take back control of the House of Representatives. Hill Leaders Demand Answers From ABC News on Quashed Epstein Story House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R., Calif.) is demanding answers from ABC News regarding allegations that the network killed a story investigating the full extent of convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. GOP Leader Demands Investigation Into Anti-Semitic Calif. High School Curriculum New public school educational agenda is 'blatantly anti-Semitic, anti-Israel' House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (Calif.) is demanding an investigation into how the California Department of Education crafted a "blatantly anti-Semitic, anti-Israel" high school curriculum that has fostered unease in the state's pro-Israel and Israeli-American communities. Poll: Majority of Americans Believe Big Government Is the Only Factor Holding Economy Back 55 percent of Americans say economy is good or excellent Zach Faria A new poll shows that Americans approve of the current state of the economy and that they view regulations and government spending as obstacles to further improvement. House GOP-Aligned Outside Spending Groups Raise Nearly $20 Million House Republican Leader McCarthy's committees have also netted record sums Philip Caldwell The Congressional Leadership Fund and the American Action Network, outside spending groups allied with House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R., Calif.), announced Tuesday they had brought in a record combined fundraising haul for the first half of 2019.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line779
__label__cc	0.599428	0.400572	Planned Parenthood Protest Countered by Satanic Temple “Fetal Idolatry” Demonstration April 26, 2016 Hemant Mehta Planned Parenthood Protest Countered by Satanic Temple “Fetal Idolatry” Demonstration Last August, when the now-debunked anti-Planned Parenthood videos were circulating and there were protests at clinics across the country, The Satanic Temple held one of the more effective counter-demonstrations, sucking all the attention away from the people who want to force women to have babies by pouring gallons of milk over two women. It worked then and it worked this weekend, too. On Saturday, as nationwide Planned Parenthood protests were taking place once again, members of the Satanic Temple of Detroit showed up outside clinics in Ferndale and Detroit. In a display of what they called “fetal idolatry” that involved bondage fetish wear, baby masks, diapers, and group flagellation, the protesters were eventually painted gold by “adoring fetal idolizers.” Now you know what freedom sounds like. Look, I don’t know what I just saw… but it makes no less sense than “pro-life” rhetoric that equates month-old fetuses with adult humans, and the arguments that say abortion is murder but women who have abortions shouldn’t be penalized in any way. Jex Blackmore, director of the Detroit chapter, explained the demonstration this way: The action was intended to expose fetal idolatry and the perpetuation of fictional, coercive propaganda against the reproductive health organization. The Satanic Temple (TST) believes that the anti-choice movement’s obsession with, and mischaracterization of, the fetus obscures medical reality and a woman’s constitutional right to choice. Enlarged images of fetuses which are no larger than an inch and the personalization of mindless, senseless human embryos elevates the fetus to the status of a demigod. The philosophical and religious opinions of some should not be used legislate morality. The attempt to do so violates American foundational values of freedom and liberty. The Detroit chapter employs grotesque, fetishized visuals to draw parallels to the approach of the anti-choice movement with a focus on bodies, eroticism and powerful imagery as a tool to communicate complex ideas. And you thought modern art didn’t make sense… If nothing else, I appreciate that the Satanists are willing to stand up to anti-abortion activists. It’s a powerful, albeit unusual, show of support for the women who use these clinics regularly — both for abortions and their general health needs. (Image via Bruno Vanzieleghem) The Disturbing Truth About Mercy Multiplied, a Christian Counseling Center April 26, 2016 Where Would Jesus Pee?	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line781
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__label__cc	0.68039	0.31961	Book with confidence this summer! Ultra flexible cancellation policy allows full refund up to 14 days before charter date. Oceanis 45 Custom Split , Split Riviera from $2,690.00 / Week Charter - 1 Week Total fee On board the Oceanis 45, harmony reigns supreme: everything is in its place on this beautiful yacht, which can aspire to meet a varied profile of life aboard. This can be recognized in a great number of intelligent details: a chart table that is also a living room table, a bilge increasing overall comfort, an open bathing platform making access to the sea easier. With its 4 cabin layout is ready to accommodating large families or groups.his can be recognized in a great number of intelligent details: a chart table that is also a living room table, a bilge increasing overall comfort, an open bathing platform making access to the sea easier. Crew Capacity Food/Snacks Food - Optional, Water - Optional Local Cruising Fuel Captain, Mate & Stewardess - Optional Oceanis 45 (owner version) Catamaran, Cruiser Charter - 1 Week (1 Week) 50 Lagoon Sunseeker Manhattan 52 Bavaria Cruiser 51 Bali 5.4 Come to experience the Dalmatian lifestyle at its purest. Split, the country’s second-largest city is renowned for both its ancient treasures and modern charms. Inside the city are the remains of Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most impressive still existing structures. History, culture, food, fun all wrapped in the warm Mediterranean climate and attitude await you in this incredible seaside destination. Explore the Split Old Town. Split is ancient city dating back to the 4th century. The oldest part of the city is Diocletian’s Palace which was built impossible for his retirement and originally measured nearly 200 by 200 meters with 20 meters high walls. But the palace is just as much a part of everyday life now as it is was then. Today it’s a flourishing district with stone cobbled streets, secret alleyways and all kinds of hidden gems. It’s a true treat to wander and enjoy. Time to Go Island Hopping. Until recently, Split was actually just a transit area to the nearby islands in the region. Although the city is one of the most visited places in the country now, there are still plenty of reasons to charter a boat and head out to the charming islands. Most people head out to Solta, Drvenik Veli, Brac, and Vis. These islands vary in size, but each has their own unique charms and fun treasures to discover. Be sure to allow a least a couple days to reach Vis and explore it because it is a large island with a lot of amazing things to do! Get Out on the Open Sea. Split is known for its stunning coastlines and islands which make it a key watersports destination. The area is also famous for being an excellent place for a little sunset kayaking or stand up paddle boarding. Charter a course for Marjan Hill, which is the perfect place for a sunset tour and a little swimming, cliff jumping, snorkeling or just a glass of wine and an astounding view. Discover a Different Side of the Mediterranean. With its great climate, culture, and food, Croatia is a quickly growing tourist destination and Split is easily accessible by train, airport or bus. From here, it’s a short ride to the marina where you can hire your own character and have the perfect Mediterranean adventure. If you are looking for a little taste of everything, then Split is the perfect place for you.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line796
__label__wiki	0.693671	0.693671	Medicxi Ventures Medicxi Ventures is a venture capital firm headquartered in London England investing in the life sciences and biotechnology industries. Medicxi Ventures is a venture capital firm headquartered in London, England. It was founded in 2016 by the former Index Ventures life sciences team. The company primarily invests in the life sciences industry. The firm manages two funds Medicxi Ventures 1, which concentrates on early stage companies, and Medicxi Growth 1 which concentrates on growth stage companies. The company also has offices on in Geneva and St. Heiler. In 2019, Medicxi announced it was raising a new €350 million fund that would focus on the biotechnology industry. Synthorx Synthetic biology company that created novel DNA base pairs and uses them to incorporate novel amino acids into proteins for potential therapeutics in areas of cancer and autoimmune disorders. synthorx.com La Jolla, Placentia, California SutroVax An independent vaccine platform in California that focuses on delivering best-in-class conjugate vaccines and complex antigen-based vaccines to prevent deadly infectious diseases. sutrovax.com Aura Biosciences A biotechnology company developing nanoparticle therapies to target and destroy cancer cells aurabiosciences.com Palladio Biosciences Palladio Biosciences is a Newtown, Pennsylvania-based company. palladiobio.com Newtown, Pennsylvania Z Factor Z Factor is a Cambridge, Cambridgeshire-based company. zfactor.co.uk medicxiventures.com A form of financing or funding for emerging companies. Investment on early-stage companies in exchange for equity in the companies they invest in. Andrew Craig Writer. Graduate Student. Whitewater fanatic.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line802
__label__wiki	0.685927	0.685927	Villain-Off Final: Kefka Palazzo vs. Luca Blight Alex Fuller Managing EditorRPGamer Staff June 2016 edited June 2016 in Battle Royale! RPGAMER VILLAIN-OFF - THE FINAL So we arrive at our final two contestants remaining in the RPGamer Villain-Off with our last match-up being, Kefka Palazzo (Final Fantasy VI) vs. Luca Blight (Suikoden II). In the final there are nine points up for grabs. Five of these will comes from the staff vote (each staff member assigning one point). With the four readers points assigned as follows based on the RPGamer.com home page poll: 0-33% - Zero points, 33-48% - One point, 48-52% - Two points, 52-67% - Three points, 67-100% - Four points. As this is the final, voting will be open for a bit longer than previous rounds, closing at 6:55pm EST on Tuesday June 7, 2016. Staff members can cast their votes at any time, but if possible should wait at least a day until doing so that readers and other staff members can lay out their arguments first. Everyone (staff and readers) is more than welcome to put forward their case on who should win at attempt to influence the staff voters! May the best...er...worst...er...most deserving villain win! Staff Voters: Macstorm SweetieAshe InstaTrent "Time is an illusion. Lunchtime doubly so." Twitter: severinmira \| Xbox Live: Severin Mira \| PSN: severinmira (EU) \| NNID: severinmira Final Fantasy XIV: Sevvi Taubemira (Leviathan) scorpio_7 Tactics Ogre, I choose u! Full Members Very awesome pairing - and very deserving finalists. It is a very difficult choice to choose between these two madmen. Both have an insanity that is frightening, and over-arching plots and plans to dominate and destroy everything. I am happy with whoever wins. My vote is for Kefka - due to the fact that he succeeded in many of his plans - and did manage to effectively take over the world. Kefka did re-form an entire planet - and I am certain killed thousands in the process of doing so. Check out my writing and art by following this link to my work: www.stevenmouland.com TheAnimeMan Member RPGamer Staff Yeah but despite not achieving his over all goals, Luca kinda thousands IN JUST ONE COUNTRY, sacrificing an entire town at one point to achieve his goals. 28 years of gaming and still going strong and now a mostly annoyed Father with first son. And now a father again to a second son :D Winner of the 2015-2016 Fantasy gaming Pool TheAnimeMan wrote: » Absolutely true - but don't forget - Kefka was blowing up towns with some kind of crazy laser. If I remember correctly (and it has been a while) he had a tower that could shoot a laser and burn a town to the ground. He truly was a frightening overlord. All the while giggling. And most importantly he changed the face of an ENTIRE PLANET... towns meant nothing to Kefka :) Sadly it's hard to compare the "worlds" in these two games because Suikoden always dealt with multi faceted country's versus FF's sparsely populated countries Michael Baker RPGamer Staff RPGamer Staff Yeah, that's what kept Kefka's deathtoll to an implied thousands, because the entire NPC population of the game was hardly more than one or two hundred at most. There must have been tons of tinier hamlets that were simply never deemed important enough to stop by, but then again this has always been one of the weaker traits of FF worldbuilding. My personal fiction Tumblr account. My book! As discussed in Q&A Quest! Um, they were a significant console generation apart and FF6 pushed the memory limits of the SNES cartridge, so of course they had different apparent populations. watcher wrote: » Yeah but FF7 and FF8 didn't really change the concept save for mentioning how many people would be killed or were killed in events and in some cases cutscenes (like the street fighting with Squall) Such a tight contest. It's great to see the love for both these villains. Either way, the winner is worthy of the title. RealityChecked Member Full Members I missed Suikoden along the way, so I won't vote in the Final. In the meantime I will be petitioning Bandai Namco to replace 'Holy Bottle' with 'Villain Off' in the next Tales installment. Mad man against mad man. Whoever wins here totally deserves the title. These two are really neck and neck, too. O_O Skeith27 Brooklyn, NYFull Members This is an amazing and perfect final showdown in my opinion. And far be it for me to say anything negative about either candidate, but I do have to say that Luca is the clear winner here as overall villains go. Kefka was an amazing design, he was destructive, surprisingly successful, and he was memorable... But what can you say about Kefka's backstory? His motivation? His relations to the other characters? They're all extremely shallow. He was an insane clown magician who wanted to watch the world burn because... he's an insane clown magician! That's pretty much the beginning and end of it. We don't know how he got his powers, or what drove him to be such a buttnutt. And all his destruction was extremely impersonal. He killed people on a mass scale, sure, and usually from a distance. But that kinda takes away any personal touch or sense of true malice. Killing was just... a fun tool to his ends. Luca has a backstory, actual relationships to other characters, and actual meaningful interactions with people he doesn't want to kill. Watching Luca make ONE woman crawl like a pig, oinking for her life, then butchering her in the streets... that one death had more impact and told you more about the depths of Luca's evil than Kefka blowing up a city from half a world away. And Luca actually had relationships that spanned more than just "people I haven't killed yet." He had a sister he - at least at one time - cared for. He had a father whom he had a specific reason to hate and kill. And a mother who's horrific death motivated his decent into madness (and also perhaps drove him to his source of power). Also, let's talk about deaths. The battles with Luca and Kefka both took on epic proportions. Both required multiple parties of heroes to defeat. Kefka has one of the biggest multi-tiered battles in any RPG with what I consider the masterpiece of SNES music playing all the while. All totally granted. But the Luca battle was a deeper affair. It was WAY more than just a boss fight with some infinite HP villain and his powerful attacks. It involved ARMIES of people who died trying to kill him, as well as armies who died trying to protect their mad prince. Then it goes down to the PARTY level, where 18 named characters all get their shot, win or lose. And finally, we go back to the PERSONAL level with a one-on-one duel to the death between army leaders. It hits every note imaginable. And you feel the desperation of the struggle to the last moment. And finally, Luca ends the struggle with his lingering dying words... "Remember! It took hundreds to kill me, but I killed humans by the thousands! Look at me! I am sublime! I am the true face of evil!" Kefka goes out rather quietly, without a word. Perhaps it was poignant, but it left me wanting a bit more closure after all that we went through to beat that game, and still had no idea who this guy was or why any of this happened. Azalus The Great Devourer Full Members You know, I usually fight on the side of Kefka, worshiping him as the ultimate RPG villain on accomplishments alone, but Skeith27 makes some really significant arguments for Luca in a way that makes sense to me. There are a couple of flaws in the argument that don't detract much from the overall point. Kefka got his initial powers as the original test subject for the magitek program that eventually produced Celes. Unfortunately, the imperfect process is what shattered Kefka's sanity and began his descent into madness. The other points I can agree with being shallow. While the grand scope of his accomplishments was significantly higher, that may be a result of the scope of the games. FF6 was planetary, with Kefka reshaping and ruling the planet from his tower after acquiring the source of magic. , where Suikoden 2 was local, with the primary conflict being not even continental, but country-based. That being said, I would believe that if Luca had been in Kefka's place in FF6, the world may not have had the chance to recover. I think, despite all the times I've supported Kefka as the best RPG villain in history, I'm going to vote for Luca. Kefka never managed to disgust me or make me feel fear. Ah, thanks for correcting me on Kefka's backstory, Azalus! It's good that you were able to fill in that gap in my memory. I guess it's been so long now that I don't recall all the details to FF6 as well as I used to, despite having played it many, many times over. Haha Nyx Staff Girly Girl RPGamer Staff While I think both villains are fantastic, I still think Luca is the more stronger and compelling villain. I have prattled on about his final boss fight, his backstory (so heartbreaking), and his monstrous mannerisms. It's hard to compare who is the worst villain given Kefka destroyed the world versus Luca slaughtering tens of thounsands in a country. I think just in terms of an emotional factor, I think Luca is far more disturbing than Kefka. Yes, Kefka has scary clown face (which I hate, ew), but Luca is a guy who can give himself super-human strength merely by willing it. There's no tricks or gimmicks with him, he just a guy with a lot of emotional damage, thinking he can destroy those who harmed him (aka everyone). He doesn't want world domination or even to destroy the world, he merely wants to make people suffer the way he did. I think they are both scary guys, but I admit I haven't played FFVI in years (and probably should do a replay) where as I've played Suikoden II far too many times for my own good. Vote: Luca Blight "These are not bionic! These are all me!" Macstorm Ysy St. Administrators Kefka: He's easy to hate, succeeds at his goal, and then does much of nothing. Luca: He's a wicked beast, and does a lot of evil. Then he gets taken down in a brutal way. Both are really great villains, so it's just a matter of who is better. Hmm? "The universe is already mad. Anything else would be redundant." Twitter @FinalMacstorm OK, so I've had time to go back and think about it. Putting these two up against each other is hard, because they are both good at what they do in their respective games. I decided to go deeper and look at why they were both villains. For Kefka, he was an experiment that didn't go right. For Luca, he was forced to watch his mother sexually assaulted. Best villain has always been very subjective for me. I totally supported Ghaleon in prior rounds because he does the villain thing the way I like it. Between Kefka and Luca, it's harder because both of them start evil and end evil. With Luca, you can see his origin and is ultimate demise, which isn't even the end of the game. With Kefka, you meet him already evil and kind of incompetent. His victory is really just from trickery, nothing really genius. Luca is evil, plotting, and well defined with his dark nature. For that, he gets the nod from me here. PS: Can I rant briefly about how I love Kefka's SNES sprite design, but hate how he looks like a stupid clown in every other rendition of him? Shannon Harle qt = π RPGamer Staff It's going to be hard to write more than a few sentences because Nyx and Mac have said most everything I was going to say. I also said most everything really when Ghaleon got pitted against Luca. But I guess I can reiterate some points. This final is lunacy against lunacy, evil against evil. Though presented in two very different ways, both Luca and Kefka accomplish one thing: they leave a large, bloody trail of humanity in their wakes. Kefka does this through subterfuge and coy humor (helped no doubt by Woolsey's translation, though later translations of him still keep his sadistic yet jolly nature), laughing and cracking jokes while he poisons towns, undermines his superiors, and ultimately reshapes the world in his image: dark, twisted, and desolate. He has one of the most memorable final battles in all RPGs, where the depths of his depravity take form. Kefka is a fantastic villain, and yet... Luca Blight does all these things in a very different way. Gone is the humor and sneaking around; his way is the blade, fire, and carnage. While Kefka may have been the result of a deranged experiment, Luca is the product of humanity's own derangement. It grounds his character in reality, something that Kefka with his clownish looks and magical prowess lacks. Luca is a character you can actually see existing in the real world, a child's traumas given outlet through the sword. And he too creates his own world, one of despair and fear, not through mystical powers that exist only in legend, but through sheer might. He too has one of the most memorable battles in RPGs - the whole world tries to defeat him, then an elite group, and then you. And even through all of that, he still exists. Though he may be dead, his legacy would be felt in Jowston for years to come. Kefka's presence faded after mere minutes (hours or days in-game?) after his defeat. Both villains are wonderfully evil in their own rights. But when it comes between the two of them, Kefka's life, dreams, and hopes are crushed under the sheer realness of Luca Blight's character and deeds. My vote is for Luca Blight. Currently Playing: Final Fantasy Explorers (3DS), The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky (PC), Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ (PS3) "I blame myself for underestimating the beast that is sex appeal..." - Agnes Oblige InstaTrent Opinion Guy RPGamer Staff I already wrote a thingerdoodle a while back that captured why I am so down with Kefka Palazzo. I don't necessarily want to retread that old ground, so instead I'll provide an abridge version: Most RPG villains = evil for the sake of being evil Kefka = evil for the sake of fun/eventual nihilism He doesn't care for human life. He has a massive chip on his shoulder. He's a colorful dresser with a fancy laugh. This is Kefka Palazzo. We could ruminate for days over whether he is just a disturbed, man-made agent of chaos or a crazy person who doesn't know when to stop, but that's all beside the point. What matters is Kefka Palazzo's success, which is far more considerable than Luca's (I'm sorry, but I can't get on board that train). How many primary antagonists are actually successful in destroying the world? Seriously. Final Fantasy VI's heroic cast ultimately failed. In a moment few could have predicted, this mad man actually incites apocalypse and ascends to godhood. Your heroes fall, and Kefka's disregard for human life develops into full-blown nihilism - such that he attempts to break the bonds of existence itself. That's evil. A vote for Kefka is a vote for k-razy. And I vote Kefka. "To tell you the truth, I like drinking tea and eating fresh vegetables, but that doesn't fit with my super-cool attitude. I guess I have to accept this about myself." Alex Fuller Managing Editor RPGamer Staff The reader vote is now closed with the following results: Luca Blight (Suikoden II) - 57.41% (3 points) Kefka Palazzo (Final Fantasy VI) - 42.59% (1 point) Comining this with the the staff vote results collected so far (bad Wheels), I can declare that the winner of the RPGamer Vilaain-Off is Luca Blight! Thanks to everyone for participating! For he's a jolly bad fellow, for he's a jolly bad fellow For he's a jolly bad fellllllooooow, which nobody can deny! I rather enjoyed this whole event. It was quite a blast to see the many different types of villains out there in RPGland. And I'm still kind of tickled that N got as far as he did, heh. Out of curiosity, what happened with the reader poll? I could have sworn Kefka had the lead when I looked yesterday. Was there a surge of Blight, as it were? LordGolbez Member Full Members Shoot. I just missed this.... I would have voted for Luca anyway though so it's all good. Much respect for Kefka, but Luca is just a scarier dude. Kefka is a maniacal destroy the world kind of evil. Luca is more of a Game of Thrones creepily realistic sadist kind of evil. By the way, Jowy wasn't part of this poll at all, but I think he would have made an excellent choice as well. His villain status may be debatable, but a lot of his decisions clearly lean that way. I'd say he's an "ends justify the means" villain, but still a villain. And to be a villain that manipulates both a monster like Luca Blight and his own childhood friend into a confrontation to put an end to Luca Blight (not to mention the things he did to earn Luca's trust), I think earns him a spot for serious consideration as well. The Tea and Biscuits Brigade offers you tea and biscuits. I don't have data on the poll, but I believe a Suikoden fan site picked up on the poll and likely led Luca's charge. Rather fitting for a Villain-Off. flamethrower Member Full Members Is there a good place to spoil myself on the Suikoden II plot? flamethrower wrote: » Yes, right here is best. Nekobasu RPGamer Staff RPGamer Staff Thanks for the write-ups and heated arguments. Maybe my office is cold, but I still got chills! Macstorm wrote: » Followed by a trip to Suikosource if you want to do a deep dive into lore, Easter eggs, mini-games, etc. josho2113 Full Members Skeith27 wrote: » I just read your thing about Kefka. You were incorrect about a couple things. You mentioned we dont know why he is crazy and where he got his powers but actually we do. Before Celes and Leo were given magic through experimentation. The emperor did all the testing on Kefka first which drove him mad. He was the guinea pig to the program and thats how he got his powers and what twisted his head :) Well super later obviously. Brain failing me. The good news is my vote was going Luca Blight. Reasons why I'll post later. josho2113 wrote: » Some one else had actually pointed that out already. Having actually played Suikoden II again recently. I actually had to restart my game cause i got to the point of Luca's fight and couldn't beat him. This is the only fight that even after multiple play throughs I have never been able to get first try. I'm actually going back to Suikoden (the first one) so i can beat his ass. This is how much trouble this one fight has always provided me Although Kefka is an epic fight ... I only had to use 4 characters to defeat him on EVERY playthrough on every attempt. I barely even use Magic and stick good old beat down (Sabin, Edgar, Gau, Cyan) Hmmm... I never lost the Luca Blight fight. Didn't even know for sure it was possible to lose. It's possible to beat him with first and second teams, but I usually don't. It's also usually a pretty close call, but I put most of my best guys in the last team, so I've always won.... Anyway, what do you mean when you say restart the game? I don't recall a point of no return save spot before the Luca Blight fight. You should be able to level up some spare characters and sharpen some weapons which is probably all you really need to do.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line813
__label__cc	0.690357	0.309643	1305: Fishsticks Pre-Air Discussion PaperJoE Re: 1305: Fishsticks Pre-Air Discussion Postby PaperJoE » Mon Apr 06, 2009 2:33 pm Wonder how Kanye will fit into all this. Sounds like their going to make fun of late night shows too!! Hope Conan makes an appearance even tho he was killed in the movie.... walterreally Postby walterreally » Mon Apr 06, 2009 2:53 pm I don't care whether Stan talks to Kyle or not, but someone earlier said it best. For heaven's sakes, please DO NOT MAKE YET ANOTHER parody episode. Britney, High School Musical, Jonas Brothers, Dark Knight, Paris Hilton, Overlogging, LOTR(that was excellent though) and now it seems Kanye will come into our world. He is hella annoying. No doubt about that. But do we reallly have to give him any airtime? He isn't worth it at all. I guess this episode is surely a play on the fact that Kanye can't produce a single hit without using a sample. I hope the protagonists in this episode are strictly among the citizens of South Park. And GET NED BACK ON!! "One day at a time mayor.....MmMmMmMmMmMm......One day at a time." Postby Biscuits » Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:18 pm I don't care whether this episode will suck or not, just so long as they do a good job screwing up Kanye's singing voice like they did with Cher in that meteor party episode, I will be happy. I don't care whether people like sucky episodes. I just hope they don't patronise Kanye. Mackerni Postby Mackerni » Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:57 pm I hope they rip Jimmy Kimmel so hard they get him fired. He is NOT funny. He CANNOT deliver a joke if it was to save his own life. Although I do love Conan O'Brian and Jay Leno. They are awesome. So is Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. I guess I'm unbiased when it comes to that fashion (Jay Leno is pretty conservative, Jon Stewart is pretty liberal - Conan and Stephen are more apolitical). And I think it is good that are Russian friends are learning about South Park. Didn't they ban SP in Russia? I bet there are online text translators that can translate any Russian text that you need to translate. That's easier than a one-day ban. I think the joke is going to be something like, "Why do men have fishsticks?" And then the audience at Jimmy Kimmel's asks why, and then he says, "To stick it up someone's butt!" And everybody is going to look at Jimmy Kimmel with a blank expression. Anyways, I'd like to say again - that if we get the Russians to like South Park, maybe they will reconsider banning South Park in Russia, which means more commerce and DVD sales for SP, which means more episodes, more jokes, and a longer run-time. Oh, and AIDS is not funny. I thought that particular episode was kind of sad (although, they are finding a cure to AIDS where they exploit their own mutations, should be a good cause). We all should learn some kind of International Language ... like English, in addition to our native land's language. Hell, it could be Spanish or Esperanto as well (both languages are better phonetically). This episode is already reminding me of the time scientists said they made the "funniest joke ever" about a bear and two fish or something like that about four years ago I think. No. One. Thought. It. Was. Funny. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World's_funniest_joke allieamity Postby allieamity » Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:13 pm Okay, now I'm starting to have mixed feelings on the show all together. I fell in love with the /old/ South Park. When it was original ideas but in those ideas made jokes on society. Like 'Fun Times with Weapons' or 'Awesome-o' or 'Marjorine'. I'm also getting really sick of Cartman. He didn't start out as a main character, and sure he's funny and usually adds to the storylines but ... there's just been so much of him! Why have Cartman be the one to set things straight? Why not Stan or Kyle like the old episodes? Stan and Kyle used to be the, well I guess you can say, main characters. I miss them as a duo. Sure there are epsiodes all about them, but not about them. When they used to help each other through hard times or get into stupid fights or save a group of people together. We haven't really had that much. The only recent one I could think MAYBE involves them that much is About Last Night. I'm just rambling now. All I'm saying is I miss the plots like from Seasons 7, 8, and 9. Those were by far the best, to me anyways. "Butters is gay, finds me very attractive, and confused about his sexual identity threw up all over the floor." Yeah, you're right; the jokes were better in those seasons because they didn't have a desire to move character development. A part of me thought that the Lesbos episode was just sick. Then again, the World of Warcraft episode was a landmark episode for South Park. It probably doubled the viewing audience for the show. And my favorite episode is easily, "Tsst". I guess it is the way you deliver jokes that makes them funny. If they are too personal, they aren't funny because they are inside jokes, but if they are too universal, then they are simply lame. I think they are trying to have character development while making fun of the world around them. I applaud that kind of effort; it's not often you see a show that will attack itself like it did with Cartoon Wars. Anyone agree with me? Butters The Savior Postby Butters The Savior » Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:37 pm Actually, your Russian friends know South Park for as long as, at least, 10 years now, since they started broadcasting it on local MTV in 1999. And no, they haven't banned it (they wanted to ban the whole 2x2 channel for the sake of "morality"). They tried and failed, those bastards! Butters The Savior wrote: Actually, your Russian friends know South Park for as long as, at least, 10 years now, since they started broadcasting it on local MTV in 1999. And no, they haven't banned it (they wanted to ban the whole 2x2 channel for the sake of "morality"). They tried and failed, those bastards! MTV? Wow. I always thought most of MTV (at least in America) is trash. Maybe because it is focused on the teenage audience and I'm moving out of that demographic. (I'm a VH1 fan, as the music is geared towards adults rather than teenagers.) I never heard of the 2x2 channel. But, looking at Wiki ... it's really focused on Cartoons. They should split it up; do one channel focused on children and families (everything from Dora the Explorer to The Simpsons and children's anime) and another focused on an adult audience (South Park, Family Guy, American Dad, violent and disturbing Anime). One of the kindest people I've ever met was a Russian from Moscow. We talked about Russia and she told me that most people are poorer there simply because they are farmers, and that makes sense, because Russia has so much land and so few people. Farmers could control the world if they wanted to - we need to eat, after all. But there are farmers everywhere - people who farm tobacco in America to potatoes in Ireland to the teas in China and the dates in Iraq. And Africa is filled with diamonds and precious minerals. I have more respect for farmers than I do for any other profession. I think the world needs to globally have a collective effort to advance the science of farming so more crops can be grown in smaller areas, like in Japan and Korea. China is very smart when it comes to the agricultural spirit. Very wise. If it had all the western technologies, it could terra-form the land to a utopia. shabobbleofchina Postby shabobbleofchina » Mon Apr 06, 2009 5:11 pm kyp wrote: i think this episodes going to be funny of course,i mean look at the rest of em.but seriously,they need to put towlie back into some of the episodes,i think towlies the funniest thing that happened to the show and they dont even put him in any of the episodes anymore.i really hope towlie shows back up. One of the shittiest episodes in South Park history was A Million Little Fibers...so you may want to tread lightly calling Towelie the funniest thing that happened to a show. He is incapable of carrying an episode...he needs to be put together with the boys to be funny. moovi2 wrote: Свобода СЛОВА ! это дискриминация русского народа , своего рода проявления некой формы расизма. В правилах нигде не написано, что нельзя использовать русскую речь в постах. Я вас засужу за такое. P/s сделаны скриншоты с правил форума, они заверены у нотариуса и не подлежат опротестованию, мой адвокат осведомлен и уже отправил жалобу в высшие инстанции. Ждите людей в черном... Freedom of SPEECH! This discrimination is the Russian people, a manifestation of some form of racism. The rules are not written anywhere that you can not use it in the Russian positions. I condemned you for that. P / s made the screenshots with the rules of the forum, they are certified by a notary and can not be protest, my lawyer is aware and has sent a complaint to higher authorities. Wait for people in the black ... Kid, you're a f*cking retard. Freedom of speech does NOT APPLY TO PRIVATELY OWNED WEBSITES! South Park Studios can make any rules they want that discriminate against whoever they want (not that requiring you to speak English on an English website is discriminatory in even the slightest bit) and not be charged. allieamity wrote: I'm also getting really sick of Cartman. He didn't start out as a main character Umm...the first episode was titled CARTMAN Gets an Anal Probe...Cartman has always been a main character. Mdavis20 Postby Mdavis20 » Mon Apr 06, 2009 5:25 pm I EFFIN LOVE THIS SHOW! This episode is gonna be good regardless if Kyle and Stan talk or not. Im not really kyle's biggest fan. There are alot of episodes where the show is funny without him. im sure this will be one of the funniest ShadowMark Postby ShadowMark » Mon Apr 06, 2009 5:44 pm From watching the previews, I don't think Clyde is gonna laugh when Cartman fires a joke that the fatass and Jimmy made at him. Also, Cartman is just gonna slack off like the lazy fatass he is while Jimmy writes down the jokes he and Cartman come up with. I really wish that the new episodes of South Park has special guest stars rather than just Trey Parker (mostly) and/or Matt Stone voicing celebrity characters. There hasn't been any episodes featuring special guest stars since Wing. Postby Big-Will » Mon Apr 06, 2009 6:31 pm As long as you've provided an English translation, you're fine.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line814
__label__wiki	0.667812	0.667812	Ooohaaahdonniepage The club is getting no income and has no overdraft, surplus in the bank or anything else to pay things with It doesn't matter whether wages are astronomical (comparatively speaking) or not. When you have absolutely nothing to pay them with then anything is too much With 5 million coming into the club this week from player sales (Robinson, Moore and Gelhardt) and 3.8 million due I'm unsure why we have to sell the entire team for the time being? Some transparency from admin would obviously help us understand better but with no debt surely we are a viable buy for any potential investor. I get what people are saying regarding income but surely if fans aren't allowed in games in the next few months the whole football pyramid will fall. Its simply not sustainable to have 92 professional teams with no fans coming through the gates for over 6 months outside of the Premier league. Ooohaaahdonniepage said: Gelhardt money already allocated to wages so cant cover defecit as far as I understand it Changing tack a bit, but can somebody explain what is going on with Derby? I thought they were under some kind of investigation for irregularities in the sale of their ground. Or was that just Sheffield Wednesday? If it is also Derby, then how on earth have they just managed to get a huge loan using Pride Park as security. I'm assuming I've got it wrong, otherwise there's no way that should be able to happen, but with all the inconsistencies and irregularities going on lately, maybe not. Danny_de_Zeeuw16 said: Taking Gelhardt money out 7.8 million should cover the 6? So if July wages are paid we basically just owe 6 million and August's wages. Given we are due to receive 3.8 million in transfer fees along with Robinson and Moore (4 million) surely we have easily enough to cover these too. What's the rush to sell anyone else? Wages can't exactly be astronomical now with 75 salaries and few top earners off books. Paul Stanley, one of the co-administrators, said: “We had a meeting with the EFL on Friday, and they were really supportive in terms of allowing funds from player sales to take immediate cash flow problems away.” The fee for Gelhardt covered July's wage-bill for the players. The 18-year-old was highly sought-after even before Latics went into administration, and suffered a subsequent relegation. But it's little surprise that Kieffer Moore and Antonee Robinson have been the latest players linked with exits - and not just because of their stock as players. Like any club exiting administrations, Latics must clear all of their football creditors’ debts. And that includes any outstanding transfer fees – even if previous instalments had been arranged. Administrators give update on sale of club Robinson has been linked with a £2m move to Premier League side Sheffield United. Latics, though, would need to use some of that fee to pay the rest of the transfer fee which they owe Robinson’s former club, Everton – believed to be in the region £500,000. And the club still owe around £1.5m to Barnsley for Moore and £750,000 to Portsmouth for Jamal Lowe. It is understood they also owe money to Everton (for Joe Williams) and Rangers (for Josh Windass). If those players moved on, it would massively reduce the football creditors' debt. Ideally, given the circumstances, Latics would sell those players for more than they owe their previous clubs - so any excess money can go towards the upkeep of the club during this period in limbo without an owner. As well as transfer fees, football creditors’ debts include any unpaid players wages and agents fees. Any new owner would need to clear those in full before bringing Latics out of administration. The administrators - who have been in control of the club's affairs since July 1 - will also be paid for their work, before any remaining goes towards paying non-football creditors. If they don't receive at least 25p in the £, Latics will incur a 15 point penalty. While the sale of Gelhardt funded players' wages, money raised by fans paid the July wages for office and stadium staff. The fund set-up by the official supporters' club has already topped the £190,000 mark, and they are hoping to reach £200,000 to potentially cover August wages, too. jeffs right Coddenchips said: It's ok even without Frank Lampard they are still Derby County and not Wigan or Macc. For starters, that money may not all be coming in as a lump sum & may be spread over a couple of years. Even if it does come in as one, some of that money may also be due to their previous clubs for sell on fee cuts We still have £6mill of debt to secured non-football creditors as well as whatever was due to football creditors so the club isn't debt free And even though it will be when a new owner takes charge the club still has financial commitments that were responsible for the previous owners to have to put in £1mill a month to cover losses - some of that will have gone due to redundancies & player sales etc.. but not all of it We owe transfer fees to Rangers, Barnsley, Reading and Everton which have to be paid before we can come out of administration, these amount to about £4m and will likely be paid from the transfer fees recieved. So its not just the club wages etc that are being paid moonay Vital Champions League jeffs right said: Is this the housing that isn't going up on the site? Fair enough mate .....but that certainly wasn't in the borough plans I provided the link for. I'm amazed. Captain Kernow I get what people are saying regarding income but surely if fans aren't allowed in games in the next few months the whole football pyramid will fall. Its simply not sustainable to have 92 professional teams with no fans coming through the gates for over 6 months outside of the Premier league. Does anyone know how many professional clubs we have in this country? I think it's circa 120 but could be more. It's not sustainable in normal society, never mind during this current climate. My local team play at a similar level to Garswood and were paying some players £2,000 signing bonuses this year. It's absolutely mad! With regards latics specifically, we have to keep the academy if possible. With the new salary caps and huge losses in income it's the only way we may ever play at a decent level again. If we don't sell the entire first team within the next few weeks they'll all be gone within two years and the salary cap will ensure we can't replace like with like. moonay said: I think the plans you put on are further down towards Alker Lane. So both right. We will see shortly as all the new H and S fencing is up around the field I take my dog in . Im sure i heard one of the administration staff talking to jay whittle on youtube hope i got his name right Say to jay because of our situation and reduced fees transfer wise all payments to us must be in full Likes: ZAKKY It said from Alker Lane to Strawberry Fields, but hey, things change ! Some councillor will have had a nice holiday. Talking of holidays anyone heard anything from lisa nandy not heard or seen her since before the appeal just wandering like She's being lined up to take a place on the left wing. 👀 Thank god for that moony here i was thinking it was because her friend was struggling to get a consortium and funds together to buy the sradium Looking at the briefing given by the admins to the local news we basically need to offload the players that we still owe transfer fees on to cancel out the football creditors. Given that all of those players are subject to speculation from other clubs in the media I would expect to see them go pretty soon. The likes of Robinson and Moore are pretty well done deals and given the amounts being quoted we will likely raise a nett figure of 1 million after settling the outstanding transfer fees to their previous clubs, 500,000 to Everton and 1.5 million to Barnsley. Windass will probably end up with Sheff Wed and we can expect to just about cover our outlay, whereas with both Lowe and Williams I would expect us to make a modest profit given both are being courted by a couple of clubs. Hopefully the nett profits will be enough to pay next months players wages and maybe the agents fees outstanding, however there are still a couple of other players that will no doubt be moving on, Kipre and Marshall, and hopefully any fees from their sales will be used to pay other creditors. As far as the non football creditors are concerned the admins will be looking to pay them from the sale of the club and need only pay the 25p in the pound required to avoid the 15 point penalty. If this is the £6 million pound figure that MB suggests then that would only be £1.5 million pound. I think that the sooner the clear out is completed and the admins have done the dirty work new owners will emerge as saviours and take on the club, until then they probably don't want to be seen as the bad guys breaking up the team and selling it for peanuts. hindleymonwafc Surely someone's in for 13k a week Gav ?.... form an orderly queue guys ! hindleymonwafc said: Likes: Danny_de_Zeeuw16 TRUE BELIEVER said:	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line817
__label__cc	0.618376	0.381624	CEO Outlook infographic Nearly 1,300 global CEOs share their perspectives on the unprecedented change forecast for their companies and the world economy. 72% * The next 3 years * 72% of CEOs believe the next 3 years will be more critical for their industry than the previous 50. Mission-critical issues * 69% of CEOs are concerned about the number of mission-critical issues they need to tackle with no prior experience. * 72% of CEOs believe they are not fully prepared for a cyber event. Digital Darwinism is unkind to those who wait. -Karl-Heinz Streibich, CEO of Software AG * * 65% are concerned that new entrants are disrupting their business models and more than half (53%) of CEOs believe that their company is not disrupting their industry's business models enough. Top three concerns for CEOs The complexity of the issues and the need for rapid response is putting significant pressure on CEOs. 88% concerned about the loyalty of their customers. Economic forces 88% concerned about the impact of the global economy on their company if global economic growth is less than they project. Disruptive forces 86% are concerned with the amount of time they have personally to think strategically about the forces of disruption and innovation shaping their company's future. Massive change * 41% of CEOs said their company will be significantly transformed in the next 3 years. Disruptive technology * * One of the top three priorities of CEOS over the next 3 years is implementing disruptive technologies and 77% are concerned whether their organization is keeping up with new technologies. 2nd * Biggest factor * CEOs said technology was the second biggest factor contributing to company growth; global economic factors took top place. * CEOs are concerned about their organizations keeping current with new technologies. Increase headcount * A majority are expecting to increase headcount over the next 3 years, with 61% planning to do so over 12 months. * Faced with significant transformation plans and ever advancing technology, 99% of CEOs report taking action to develop existing or future talent. Growth confidence is high Despite the changes enveloping their organizations, CEOs are largely confident in their 3-year growth outlook. 89% of CEOs are confident in growth for their company over the next 3 years. 86% confident in their country's growth prospects. 85% confident in their industry's growth prospects. 80% confident in the growth of the global economy. For CEOs, it's now or never. * * "CEOs tell me that the game is changing dramatically, but we know what we need to do, and we're confident that we can come out winners." John Veihmeyer, Chairman, KPMG International. Findings based on a study of the 3 year outlook of nearly 1,300 CEOs, from global businesses with annual revenues greater than US$500 million and 30% having greater than US$10 billion in revenues. To find out more: kpmg.com/CEOoutlook #CEOoutlook 2016 Global CEO Outlook Despite current economic and market uncertainty, Global CEOs express confidence. What are CEOs thinking? Short video sharing the insights & opinions of CEOs from the KPMG 2016 Global CEO Outlook. Key insights from the KPMG 2016 CEO Outlook KPMG’s 2016 Global CEO Outlook of CEO growth expectations, challenges and strategies. © 2021 KPMG & Associados – Sociedade de Revisores Oficiais de Contas, S.A., a Portuguese private limited company and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee. All rights reserved. © 2021 KPMG Advisory – Consultores de Gestão, S.A., a Portuguese private limited company and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee. All rights reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line829
__label__wiki	0.61729	0.61729	Kink.com Is Selling All the BDSM Gear From Its Infamous Porn Castle Written by Daniel Villarreal on June 15, 2017 From noon to 5 p.m. today and Saturday, Kink.com — makers of fine pornographs such as Sex Witch, Psycho Bitch Gangbang and the Electrosluts and Transexual Pussy Hunters series — will sell off numerous props and furniture used in its many fetish porn productions as part of the company’s relocation to Las Vegas. Though Kink.com has not announced the items up for grabs, the company advertised the sale via Craigslist and is encouraging interested buyers to send an email to gain entry into what’s likely to be the porniest fire sale that San Francisco has seen in some time. In January 2017, Kink.com announced the closing of their infamous bondage castle (an foreboding fortress known as “the Armory”, located at the corner of 14th and Mission streets) where numerous Kink.com productions took place as well as play parties during San Francisco’s Folsom Street Fair and Dore Alley celebration. Soon after the sale, the Armory will convert into a full-time event space. The Armory’s former drill court space has reportedly already been converted into a concert and event venue with a 4,000-person capacity. Before its conversion, the Armory held various rooms used in Kink.com productions such as “the Abattoir,” “the Gimp Room,” “the padded cell” and a stylish speakeasy bar. Kink.com has operated in the Armory since sometime around 2007. In addition to producing BDSM porn, they also produce a two popular erotic wrestling series: Naked Kombat for men and Ultimate Surrender for women. The company was forced out of San Francisco because of rising rent costs. That, combined with the revenue-killing rise of free porn tube sites, compelled Kink.com to relocate to Las Vegas where they will resume production. A company employee informed Unicorn Booty last January that Kink.com would maintain its offices (or was that orfices?) in San Francisco, but it seems that that’s no longer the case. (Featured image by vizualni via iStock Photography) BDSM California gay porn NSFW San Francisco Here's What Will Be in San Francisco's Newly Approved Gay Leather and Cultural District Folsom Street Fair Has Tapped L.A.'s 'King of Sleaze' Mario Diaz to Host This Year's Closing Party San Francisco Is Getting an Official 'Leather-Themed Plaza' in Its SoMa Neighborhood	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line833
__label__wiki	0.679181	0.679181	East listening Mayer Hawthorne: Where Does This Door Go Posted July 16, 2013 by J Matthew Cobb in Pop Genre: Pop, r&b Producer: Greg Wells, John Hill, Kid Harpoon, Mayer Hawthorne, Pharrell Williams, Steve Mostyn Label: Universal Republic Genre: R&B, soul, pop Producer: Pharrell Williams, John Hill, Kid Harpoon, Steve Mostyn, Greg Wells, Mayer Hawthorne Format: Digital download, compact disc, vinyl Release Date: 16 July 2013 Spin This: "Reach Out Richard," "Crime," "Back Seat Lover" New adventures into alt-R&B; Kendrick Lamar and the Pharrell-produced "Reach Out Richard" are worthy of the album's admission alone There's some familiarity here, but most of the Hawthorne aesthetic has been removed to make room for bigger sounds Retro soul singer travels through the open door of new musical direction by J Matthew Cobb In the year 2013, blue-eyed soul boy wonder Mayer Hawthorne sounds like he’s on a quest to prove he’s more than just a one-trick pony that follies with Motown and Philly soul experiments. On his third album, Where Does This Door, his second on a major label – Universal Republic, Hawthorne bends the rules a little to sound a bit more alt-R&B (which is the cool Drake thing going on) and a bit more Questlove-ish. All of these new techniques on wax also means that he has to sacrifice a little of his familiarity to appeal to younger audiences. There’s a few throwbacks akin to EW&F (“Back Seat Lover”), Steely Dan (“The Stars Are Ours,” “Wine Glass Woman”) and John Lennon (“All Better”), but the abandonment of that Curtis Mayfield-meets-H&O decorum is no longer at the root of Hawthorne’s presentation, at least on this album. As he succeeds in pulling off fifteen-second interludes, a West Coast rap utopia on the Kendrick Lamar-guested “Crime” while using 21st century productions, even with the help of super-producers like Pharrell Williams, Hawthorne is willing to shed some of his old nostalgic skin just to look like a JT’s competition. Despite label ears being glued to the Jessie Ware-supported “Her Favorite Song,” which might be Hawthorne’s weakest lead single to date, the album’s truest masterpiece, “Reach Out Richard,” explores new depths of lyricism, pulling out a gripping story about daddy’s little boy discovering manhood all on his own with flaws and all: “Richard, you told me all I need to know/But there’s some things you can’t prepare for/All I ever wanted to/Is be as good a man as you.” The new changes are a bit hard for those hungry of more of the same, but Hawthorne succeeds in breaking the mold and challenging his own brand – one that still is still vilified by those who don’t take him serious. Here’s hoping this album breaks some of the ice. album review, jessie ware, kendrick lamar, mayer hawthorne, pharrell williams Greg Wells Universal Republic George Michael & Wham!: Last Christmas – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Jess Glynne: Always in Between David Hernandez: Kingdom: The Mixtape Ariana Grande: Sweetener Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga: ‘A Star Is Born’ Motion Picture Soundtrack MIKA: No Place In Heaven PJ Morton: New Orleans	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line837
__label__wiki	0.510634	0.510634	Professional Practice Behaviour for all Health Professional Students, Standards of [June 16, 2008] University of Toronto Governing Council Standards of Professional Practice Behaviour for all Health Professional Students [June 16, 2008] (effective September 2008) To request an official copy of this policy, contact: The Office of the Governing Council Room 106, Simcoe Hall 27 King’s College Circle University of Toronto Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1 E-mail: governing.council@utoronto.ca Website: http://www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/ Health professional students engage in a variety of activities with patients/clients under supervision and as part of their academic programs. During this training, the University, training sites, and society more generally expect our health professional students to adhere to appropriate standards of behaviour and ethical values. All health profession students accept that their profession demands integrity, exemplary behaviour, dedication to the search for truth, and service to humanity in the pursuit of their education and the exercise of their profession. These Standards express professional practice and ethical performance expected of students registered in undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programs, courses, or training (for the purposes of this policy, students includes undergraduate/graduate students, trainees including post doctoral fellows, interns, residents, clinical and research fellows or the equivalents) in the: (a) Faculty of Dentistry; (b) Faculty of Medicine; (c) Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing; (d) Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy; (e) Faculty of Physical Education and Health; (f) Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work: (g) Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE Programs in School and Clinical Child Psychology; Counselling Psychology for Psychology Specialists; Counselling Psychology for Community and Educational Settings). By registering at the University of Toronto in one of these Faculties or in courses they offer, a student accepts that he/she shall adhere to these Standards. These Standards apply to students in practice- related settings such as fieldwork, practicum, rotations, and other such activities arranged through the Faculty, program of study, or teaching staff. Other Faculties that have students engaged in such activities in health settings may also adopt these standards. These Standards do not replace legal or ethical standards defined by professional or regulatory bodies or by a practice or field setting, nor by other academic standards or expectations existing at the University of Toronto. Action respecting these Standards by the Faculty responsible for the program or course does not preclude any other action under other applicable University policies or procedures, action by program regulatory bodies, professional bodies, or practice/field settings, or action under applicable law including the Criminal Code of Canada. Breach of any of these Standards may, after appropriate evaluation of a student, and in accordance with applicable procedures, be cause for dismissal from a course or program or for failure to promote. Standards of Professional Behaviour and Ethical Performance All students will strive to pursue excellence in their acquisition of knowledge, skills, and attitudes in their profession and will uphold the relevant behavioural and ethical standards of his or her health profession or Faculty, including: Keeping proper patient/client records Where patient/client informed consent to an action is required, the student will act only after valid informed consent has been obtained from the patient/client (or from an appropriate substitute decision-maker) Providing appropriate transfer of responsibility for patient/client care Being skilful at communicating and interacting appropriately with patients/clients, families, faculty/instructors, peers, colleagues, and other health care personnel Not exploiting the patient/client relationship for personal benefit, gain, or gratification Attending all mandatory educational sessions and clinical placements or provide appropriate notification of absence Demonstrating the following qualities in the provision of care: (a) empathy and compassion for patients/clients and their families and caregivers; (b) concern for the needs of the patient/client and their families to understand the nature of the illness/problem and the goals and possible complications of investigations and treatment; (c) concern for the psycho-social aspects of the patient’s/client’s illness/problem; (d) assessment and consideration of a patient’s/client’s motivation and physical and mental capacity when arranging for appropriate services; (e) respect for, and ability to work harmoniously with, instructors, peers, and other health professionals; (f) respect for, and ability to work harmoniously with, the patient/client and all those involved in the promotion of his/her wellbeing; (g) recognition of the importance of self-assessment and of continuing education; (h) willingness to teach others in the same speciality and in other health professionals; (i) understanding of the appropriate requirements for involvement of patients/clients and their families in research; (j) awareness of the effects that differences in gender, sexual orientation, cultural and social background may have on the maintenance of health and the development and treatment of illness/problems; (k) awareness of the effects that differences in gender, sexual orientation, and cultural and social background may have on the care we provide; (l) respect for confidentiality of all patient/client information; and, (m) ability to establish appropriate boundaries in relationships with patients/clients and with health professionals being supervised; These Standards articulate the minimum expected behaviour and ethical performance; however, a student should always strive for exemplary ethical and professional behaviour. (b) A student will refrain from taking any action which is inconsistent with the appropriate standards of professional behaviour and ethical performance, including refraining from the following conduct: Misrepresenting or misleading anyone as to his or her qualifications or role Providing treatment without supervision or authorization Misusing or misrepresenting his/her institutional or professional affiliation Stealing or misappropriating or misusing drugs, equipment, or other property Contravention of the Ontario Human Rights Code Unlawfully breaching confidentiality, including but not limited to accessing electronic records of patients/clients for whom s/he is not on the care team Being under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs while participating in patient/client care or on call or otherwise where professional behaviour is expected Being unavailable while on call or on duty Failing to respect patients’/clients’ rights and dignity Falsifying patient/client records Committing sexual impropriety with a patient/client1 Committing any act that could reasonably be construed as mental or physical abuse Behaving in a way that is unbecoming of a practising professional in his or her respective health profession or that is in violation of relevant and applicable Canadian law, including violation of the Canadian Criminal Code. 1 Students who have (or have had) a close personal relationship with a colleague, junior colleague, member of administrative staff or other hospital staff should be aware that obligations outlined in the Provost’s Memorandum on Conflict of Interest and Close Personal Relations pertain to these Standards. https://www.provost.utoronto.ca/planning-policy/conflict-of-interest-close-personal-relations/ Assessment of Professional Behaviour and Ethical Performance The Faculties value the professional behaviour and ethical performance of their students and assessment of that behaviour and performance will form part of the academic assessment of health professions students in accordance with the Grading Practices Policy of the University of Toronto. Professional behaviour and ethical performance will be assessed in all rotations/fieldwork/practicum placements. These assessments will be timely in relation to the end of rotation/fieldwork placement/practicum and will be communicated to the student. Each Health Science Faculty will have specific guidelines related to these Standards that provide further elaboration with respect to their Faculty-specific behavioural standards and ethical performance, assessment of such standards and relevant procedures. Breaches of these Standards or of Faculty-specific guidelines related to these Standards are serious academic matters and represent failure to meet the academic standards of the relevant health profession program. Poor performance with respect to professional or ethical behaviour may result in a performance assessment which includes a formal written reprimand, remedial work, denial of promotion, suspension, or dismissal from a program or a combination of these. In the case of suspension or dismissal from a program, the suspension or dismissal may be recorded on the student’s academic record and transcript with a statement that these Standards have been breached. With respect to undergraduate students, appeals against decisions under this policy may be made according to the guidelines for such appeals within the relevant Faculty. In the case of graduate students, the procedures for academic appeals established in the School of Graduate Studies shall apply. Recommendation to terminate registration in a graduate program must be approved by the School of Graduate Studies. Decisions to terminate registration in a graduate program may be appealed directly to the School of Graduate Studies Graduate Academic Appeals Board (GAAB) in accordance with its practises and procedures. In cases where the allegations of behaviour are serious, and if proven, could constitute a significant disruption to the program or the training site or a health and safety risk to other students, members of the University community, or patient/clients, the Dean of the Faculty responsible for the program or course is authorized to impose such interim conditions upon the student, including removal from the training site, as the Dean may consider appropriate. In urgent situations, such as those involving serious threats or violent behaviour, a student may be removed from the University in accordance with the procedures set out in the Student Code of Conduct. Approved by the Executive Committee June 16, 2008, effective September 2008 46918	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line842
__label__cc	0.687255	0.312745	Spiffy is an American term that first appeared in the mid-1800s, though its origin is not certain. We will examine the meaning of the word spiffy, where it possibly came from and some examples of its use in sentences. Spiffy means stylish, smartly dressed, attractive, dapper or new. The word spiffy originated during the middle of the nineteenth century in America, related words are spiffier, spiffiest, spiffily, spiffiness. The word spiffy may be derived from the obsolete slang word spiflicate, which means to completely overwhelm. Another possible origin is the word spiff, which is a term for the extra yardage allowed on an end-of-bolt or end-of-season piece of material. In any case, spiffy is probably related to the use of the word spiff to mean a well-dressed man. Though originally used to describe being sharply dressed, the word spiffy may be used today to signify anything stylish, attractive or new. The white palazzo-saree was a spiffy attire with a dainty, black-beige, floral print adorning the saree part of the ensemble, beautifully off-set against the flawless, white chiffon. (India Today) This Sunday at the Vic, in Chicago, Hodgson emcees a live touring edition of the program starring Jonah Ray, the headliner of the spiffy (but not too) new Netflix iteration of “MST3K.” (The Chicago Tribune) A group of clinics around town now boast spiffy, homey interiors that help patients feel more at ease when it comes to medical appointments — all in an effort to make them feel healthy, not sick. (The New York Post) The Tobs, in their only 2017 encounter against a Coastal Plain League West Division opponent, arguably embarrassed themselves after a spiffy start in a 15-3 summer collegiate baseball loss to the Martinsville Mustangs. (The Wilson Times)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line843
__label__cc	0.637715	0.362285	Analogix and GRL Expand The SlimPort® Adopters Program to Include USB Type-C® August 17th, 2015 by Admin GRL Program Grants Adopters a Means to Certify Performance, Compatibility and Interoperability of Video and Audio Between Devices with USB-C Ports SANTA CLARA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. and Granite River Labs (GRL) today announced the expansion of the SlimPort® Adopters Program (SAP℠) to include the USB Type-C® connector. Available to any USB Type-C device manufacturer, the program offers SlimPort® certification including signal quality pre-test for DisplayPort, HDMI and VGA, interoperability testing to confirm the maximum display resolution with devices available in the market, and functional testing of power, data, audio and video transfer. The benefit for mobile device manufacturers is to ensure that their devices work with the USB-C accessories available in the market. This includes the first wave of USB-C devices such as Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter and the Google USB Type-C to HDMI Adapter. The benefit for accessory makers is to ensure that accessories work with the many video source devices with USB-C connector supporting DisplayPort Alternate Mode already released in the market, as well as the many smartphones, tablets and notebook computers coming soon that will support DisplayPort Alt Mode. Since its adoption by the 12-inch Apple MacBook and the Google Pixel 2 Chromebook, as well as the recommendation from Microsoft in their New Guidelines for USB for Windows 10, DisplayPort Alternate Mode has become the de facto standard for sending video over the USB Type-C port. “Most leading mobile device manufacturers and accessory makers are aggressively switching to USB-C connectivity and SAP is in place to provide cost efficient solutions for interoperability testing and compliance reporting. This is increasingly important as resolutions increase on mobile devices. With USB-C, DisplayPort supports 4K 60Hz and beyond simultaneously with USB3 data transfer,” said Andre Bouwer, vice president of marketing for Analogix. “The SlimPort® trademark signifies to the end user that the device interoperates with the leading products available in the market, and with other SlimPort devices.” Testing is performed in the Analogix EasyHD Lab in Beijing, which was established in 2006 to address the interoperability issues in HDMI and DisplayPort devices, and at Granite River Labs with testing facilities in the US, Taiwan, Japan and India. GRL is amongst the first test houses able to certify devices with USB Type-C connectors and DisplayPort Alternate Mode support. “In addition to the USB and DisplayPort certifications, we are delighted to expand our offering of test services with the SlimPort Adopters Program. This program includes interoperability and functional tests that go beyond the standard CTS tests helping device makers release their product with greater confidence and faster time to market in the growing USB-C ecosystem,” said Quintin Anderson, Co-Founder and COO for GRL. Once products receive certification, adopters will have access to marketing collaterals and technical support, receive listings on www.slimport.com and the option to use the SlimPort® trademark on their products to highlight the video-out capability. Please contact Analogix if you are interested in joining the SlimPort Adopters Program at support@analogix.com. Please contact GRL if you are interested in SlimPort compliance testing or other GRL services or solutions at info@graniteriverlabs.com. About Granite River Labs Granite River Labs (GRL) provides end-to-end Engineering Services and Test Solutions that enable new and emerging technologies, working closely with early adopters, standards committees, and leading test equipment manufacturers to develop test methodologies and provide early test solutions. A trusted partner to some of the largest companies in the world, GRL combines recognized industry experts, high performance test equipment, and automated test solutions. For more information, please visit www.graniteriverlabs.com. About Analogix Semiconductor Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. designs and manufactures semiconductors for the digital multimedia market, from portable devices such as smartphones to high-end graphics cards and large, high-definition displays. Analogix is the market leader in providing end-to-end interface connectivity semiconductor solutions for DisplayPort, including the SlimPort family of products, and an industry leader in mobile display controllers, such as low-power, high-speed timing controller solutions. The DisplayPort standard is an innovative, packetized digital interface for high-resolution video and audio that was developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). SlimPort branded products are compliant with DisplayPort, Mobility DisplayPort (MyDP), and DisplayPort Alternate Mode over the USB Type-C connector. For more information visit www.analogix.com and www.slimport.com, follow us on Twitter @Analogix and @SlimPortConnect, or connect with us on LinkedIn. Analogix and SlimPort are trademarks or registered trademarks of Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. Charlene Wan Granite River Labs Inc. cwan@graniteriverlabs.com GRL to Deliver HDMI 2.0 Technical Presentations at DevCons in Taipei and Shenzhen, July 14 & 16 » « GRL Hosting First NBASE-T Plugfest, Sept 8-9, 2015	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line844
__label__cc	0.57932	0.42068	Tabletop RPGs other than GURPS and diving into the OSR scene August 19, 2020 August 19, 2020 / GURPS, RPG Stuff What a hefty title! As I type this out, I’m listening to Mörk Borg by GNOLL—that’ll be important a little bit later. As I’ve talked about in at least one of my monthly updates (including last month’s in which I shared a link to a thread about alternatives to GURPS), I’ve been experiencing GM fatigue, burnout, whatever you want to call it; but I also think I’ve been experiencing some kind of GURPS fatigue. (Maybe I just need to put more points in HT.) As much as I love the system, I think it might be too much for me—at least, for right now. The way that my group plays (and I tend to GM) is looser and more narrative and more focused on what feels right even though we all so much adore that GURPS is so great at simulation, which is really cool, but it kind of begs me to overthink things a lot. At our core, I think my group is more of a Fate group, but that’s not the right system for us either because it’s too loose and things start to feel very same-y after a while. (And I’m only talking about our experiences, of course.) So, what do I want? Well, it would be something a lot like Fate (flexible, narrative, player-focused), but it would feel less like a toolkit, it would put a greater emphasis on equipment, it wouldn’t be so narrative-focused that it kind of waves away magic, and it would scale well in size and power level (which is why I thought “Knowing Your Own Strength” from Pyramid #3/83: Alternate GURPS IV was such a good start at this for GURPS). I really enjoy not having HP (which is why I really like “Conditional Injury” from Pyramid #3/120: Alternate GURPS V), classes, and levels. Well, what else is out there? As I said, I have some experience with Fate, which I really do like. For a party-ish pick-up-y game, I’ve played lots of Everyone Is John, which is also fun, but is obviously not the kind of game I want to play for anything more than a session or two. Of course, there’s always Dungeons & Dragons, and I’ve dabbled in 3.5e, 4e, and 5e. I’m glad I did because it allowed me to find Eberron, but even D&D feels like too much while also feeling restricted. (Again, to me. I’m definitely not saying it is, and your mileage may greatly vary!) I’m not a fan of classes and spell lists, and I really think that there are just better alternatives even if I want that same D&D feeling (without going full Dungeon Fantasy RPG, of course). I also tried out the first edition of Pathfinder way back when, and that gave me similar feelings. Now, as we’ve recently been playing Deadlands in my group, I know that Savage Worlds exists. As I’ve read over SWADE, it seems like it wants to be what I want: fun, fast, and furious. Better yet, PK has some great house rules and gives the system a nice recommendation: “Despite its quirks, Savage Worlds may be the best universal system when it comes to balancing groups of wildly disparate abilities and power levels.” That really speaks to me, and I even reached out to let PK know that said review convinced me to give it a go. Which I haven’t yet. But I’ll surely get there! Now, Savage Worlds still has a spell list of sorts with its powers, but they’re much more generic and there are guidelines on how to reflavor them, which is great. Plus, there’s a wonderfully-made Eberron conversion for SWADE, which means I can play Eberron without D&D and also without doing the heavy lifting of converting Eberron to a more palatable system (for my particular tastes). Some other options I’ve found: Numenera and the Cypher system in general seem pretty promising, and I’d definitely like to actually give it a go at some point. Numenera was actually the first tabletop RPG that my partner played—thanks to some random frat party. Call of Cthulhu and the Basic Roleplaying system also seem interesting. If our group was more into horror, it’d probably be a higher priority. Big Eyes Small Mouth and the Tri-Stat dX system, the Hero system, and Mutants and Masterminds are all recommendations I’ve been given, but they feel so close to GURPS that I’d rather play that instead (though, I will say that all three of them handle powers and balance quite a bit better). Powered by the Apocalypse feels like an okay narrative system, but I don’t think we’d like it. Genesys seems really popular for this kind of play style, but I don’t like the funky dice. Cortex Prime also feels promising. It seems like it falls somewhere between Fate and Savage Worlds, which sounds right for us. I’ll definitely be giving this one a try. Blades in the Dark is relatively new (to me, at least) tabletop RPG that I know very little about, but it seems like people on the internet really like it. Industrial fantasy sounds up my group’s alley, so this one has to get a try at some point. Chuubo’s Marvelous Wish-Granting Engine is another game that I’ve heard about only recently, and, while our group doesn’t ever really do the whole slice-of-life thing, we all enjoy Studio Ghibli movies, so it seems worth checking out for that feeling. The Fantasy Trip is supposed to be something like GURPS 0e, and it has gained a fair amount of support and popularity since its revival in 2019. So, of course I have to check it out. Everywhen just popped up on my radar, and I’ve seen a lot of reviews talking about it as if it’s the middle ground for other people who have likewise pendulum’d between GURPS and Fate—just based on that alone, it seems like it’d be worth a try. Mörk Borg then showed itself to me. (Really, I can’t remember how I stumbled upon it even though it was just a few days ago. Perhaps it was the will of SHE.) A rules-lite over-the-top doom metal fantasy game that leans into itself while simultaneously not taking itself too seriously that hasn’t been out for long but already has a great community? Fantastic. Now, I’m not usually a fan of d20 systems (as I’m a true believer of the 3d6 bell curve), so that says a lot. Plus, the game is gorgeous. It feels like someone tried to turn in one assignment both to their art and game design class. Now, the art (and the dozen fonts) can detract from the experience of reading it, but it has a handy more-easily-readable guide toward the back of the most important rules. I judged a book by its cover, and it has already paid off. Let’s leave the bullet point and talk even more about Mörk Borg. (I love the colors, and my site is currently pretty much themed for it.) It’s fun, fast, and furious—so, watch out, Savage Worlds. But what exactly is Mörk Borg? Like, what makes it tick? Where did it come from? Why does something like that even exist? What had I been missing in my GURPS-centric world? It turns out I had been missing a growing community filled with indie tabletop RPGs and zines. Why let Wizards of the Coast or some other big company have all of the fun if indie hobbyists can do it better? A big part of this seems to be OSR, which is Old School Revival (or Renaissance or Roleplaying). I am just a wee baby, so I would rather let Questing Beast explain what OSR is. Now, I guess Mörk Borg isn’t actually “true OSR”, but it is definitely OSR-ish or OSR-adjacent or whatever. (And I guess that would make The Fantasy Trip something like GURPS OSR.) Still, the spirit of OSR tends to capture what I’m looking for, especially those that focus more on narrative and eschew classes (and, yes, I know that Mörk Borg has optional classes, but it also has an optional non-class-based feat system). So, I stumbled into a whole new facet of my tabletop RPG hobby, and I hope this mania simmers and leaves me with a steady rekindled flame of passion. Especially because I’m going to be running Mörk Borg in about a week and a half. Some games that I’ve stumbled upon so far (not all OSR or even adjacent): The White Hack (a streamlined and innovative OSR-compatible retroclone) The Black Hack (a more-recent streamlined and innovative OSR-compatible retroclone) Macchiato Monsters (which is like a fusion of The Black Hack and The White Hack, and it is very high on my to-play list) The Legend of Zelda: Reclaim the Wild Legend of Zelda RPG (which was made by 4chan, I guess) Maze Rats and also Knave (which are made by the Questing Beast, look amazing, and are very high on my to-play list) Into the Odd and also Electric Bastionland Jump the Shark (another silly one-shot micro-RPG) Over Arms (which is inspired by JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure and Persona—count me in!) NUMA (which is about frog samurai—count me in!) Pacts and Blades Into the Bronze Prole and also Tunnel Goons Acres Past (the game formerly known as Acres Wild) Night Yeast (a cool zine) Dissident Whispers (a great BLM-supporting anthology) Really, I can’t vouch for any of these too terribly much, and this list is likely way more helpful for me (to keep track of all of this stuff) than it is for you. Still, there’s some kind of lesson in here about how I’ve been into the tabletop RPG hobby for over a decade and have only just now stumbled across these games thanks to chance and GM burnout. I’m excited to do something different. Well, more than something… There are a lot of games on my list. The good news is that I’ll probably never burn out on a system again. Oh, but—one last thing—I can vouch for Mörk Borg. I ran a quick one-shot duet with my partner, and we agreed very quickly that it feels nice and fun.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line849
__label__cc	0.662085	0.337915	Zweig: Chinese Citizens Becoming Active Consumers of Propaganda (Quant) The Quint featured David Zweig, IEMS Faculty Associate, in an article on regulations in China's media. Chinese state media will be more and more propaganda-driven now that the Communist Party has announced it will be in direct control of broadcasters and the regulators of everything from movies and TV to books and radio programs. While Chinese media consumers have grown increasingly apolitical with an ever-expanding range of options, from foreign television shows to video games and online shopping, President Xi Jinping has been steadily increasing the role of the party in the lives of many through new or newly invigorated branch committees in schools, offices and factories. "That could leave ordinary Chinese with "little choice" but to become active consumers of propaganda" said Zweig. Politics in China State Capitalism	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line852
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Writing a proposal in situ Mechanics tensor and its invariants Basic energy science Buckled Shells CFD online Electroactive polymers IUTAM PolymerFEM PoroNet Soft Matter World USNC/TAM eFluids Home » Blogs » Wei Hong's blog Journal Club Theme of September 2012: Fracture of polymeric gels Thu, 2012-09-06 10:20 - Wei Hong Journal Club Forum hong group research A polymeric gel consists of a polymer network swollen by small solvent molecules. It could be synthesized from a monomer solution through gelation or from a dry elastomer directly through swelling. The swelling capability attaches unique attributes to polymeric gels, such as 1) the extremely low stiffness, comparable to that of biological tissues, and 2) the coupling between deformation and solvent migration. However, swelling is also often accompanied with the reduction of both toughness and strength (Tsunoda 2000; Tanaka, 2000, Miquelard-Garnier, 2009), which could occur in gels obtained from either synthesis method. The fragility and weakness of gels hinder potential applications such as tissue replacement, tissue scaffold or as stimulus responsive material for sensors and actuators. In addition to promoting structural applications of gels, understand the fracture process of gels may also improve the handling and mouthfeel of many gel ingredients in foods (Lillfor, 2001; Foegeding, 2007) - an area less known to mechanical engineers. Regular gels that are weak and brittle are often built upon a single type of polymer network. Some novel gels with modified network architecture show significant improve in strength, such as the double network gel (DN gel, Gong et al, 2003), the nano-composite gel (Haraguchi & Takisha, 2002), the topological gel (Mayumi & Ito, 2001), and the model network gel (Malkoch et al, 2006, Ossipov & Hilborun, 2006). This review aims to elucidate the current understanding of 1) the origin of fragility of simple gels 2) general toughening mechanisms of DN gel and nano-composite gel 3) the special role of swelling/diffusion coupling in fracture process of gels. Swelling embrittlement The rule of thumb for the strength requirement of polymeric gels in most biomedical applications is a level comparable to the load carrying capacity of nature tissues. For example, cartilage (Kempson 1982), aortic wall (Mohan & Melvin, 1982) and skin (Edwards & Marks 1995), could carry a load on the order of 10 MPa. However, the strength of a gel is usually dependent on the loading condition, sample geometry, and constraints, and thus may not be an objective measure. The failure mechanisms of gels vary from localized flow (Moller, et al 2008), softening and yielding (Na et al, 2006; Webber et al 2007; Haraguchi 2006), cavitation (Kundo and Crosby, 2009), to fracture (Tanaka, 2000). If we limit the discussion to the macroscopic propagating cracks (with a length scale much larger than the mesh size of the polymer network), a suitable characteristic quantity is the fracture energy, namely the energy required to create unit area of fresh crack face. To understand the reduction of fracture energy due to swelling, let us start from a generic conceptual picture: a mixture consists of homogeneous rubbery network with a viscous liquid. The cohesion of the material is provided solely from the polymer network, and a crack propagates by scissoring the polymer chains along its path. Besides a small amount of the excess energy of the surface itself, the fracture energy is mainly composed of two dissipation mechanisms. Firstly the energy of stretching an entire polymer chain to its elastic limit is dissipated irreversibly after subsequent chain rupture (Lake & Thomas 1967). Its magnitude is typically ~50 J/m2, and is often referred to as the intrinsic fracture energy. For dry polymers, the second means of dissipation is crystallization and viscoelastic dissipation of the highly stretched polymer network in front of crack tip due to interaction between closely packed chain strands, which is strongly rate dependent with the magnitude ranging from 0 to 105 J/m2 (Gent, 1996). The effect of this dissipation mechanism diminishes in a swollen gel when chains are diluted, and the fracture energy is shown to be strongly correlated with the dynamic loss modulus of a swollen elastomer (Tsunoda et al, 2000). At the high swelling limit (low elastomer fraction), the fracture energy becomes almost rate independent and reduced to the intrinsic fracture energy (Tsunoda et al, 2000; Tanaka 2007). The effect of dilution of chain density due to swelling could be easily corrected by converting the fracture energy into a value measured with respect to the corresponding area in the dry state. Toughening of novel gels through distributed damage Although simple polymer network tend to become very brittle when swollen, it has been demonstrated that by modifying the molecular and micro- structure of a gel, the deformation and energy dissipation mechanism could be changed, and the toughness may be increased by orders of magnitude (Tanaka et al, 2005; Lin et al 2010). The toughening mechanism in two tough gels, the DN gel and the nano-composite gel, are explained from a multi-scale perspective. A DN gel consists of interpenetration networks of a highly extended 1st network of crosslinked polyelectrolyte, and a coiled 2nd network of neutral chains (Gong et al, 2003). The 1st network ruptures with microcracks prior to the 2nd network at finite deformation. Under an increasing deformation, the multiplication of microcracks or damage in 1st network proceeds stably, while the 2nd network remains almost intact, due to the double network topology, even after the 1st network has been shattered into small islands with percolated microcracks (Nakajima et al, 2008). Recently, a new type of DN gel is developed with the 1st network crosslinked by reversible ionic crosslinks (Sun et al,2012). This new DN gel achieves a much higher toughness and has a self-healing capability due to the reforming of the ionic crosslinks. A nano-composite gel undergoes a different damage process. A nano-composite gel consists of a swollen single network imbedded with nano-clay particles (Haraguchi & Takehisha, 2002). The polymer chains absorb and form physical bonds with clay particle, i.e. the clay acts as weak physical crosslinking points attached with a large amount of short chains, and breaks easily before the final failure of the main backbone (Nishida et al 2009). A signature for the damage of stress-active chains in the network for both materials is the significant hysteresis and softening in simple mechanical tests such uniaxial tension and compression (Webber et al, 2007; Zhu et al, 2006; Xiong et al 2008). Both materials are highly heterogeneous before and after damage. For example, the typical length scale for the island structure a damaged DN gel (Nakajima et al, 2008) (and other derivatives based on this structure such as micro-gel reinforced gels (Hu et al, 2012), and micro-voids reinforced gels ((Nakajima et al, 2011)) is on the order of microns, and the typical size of a nano-composite-reinforced gel is in the submicron region (Haraguchi et al, 2006). For the problem of an advancing macroscopic crack, the microstructural damage leads to the formation of an extended damage zone ahead of the crack tip. The fracture energy has the additional contribution from the dissipation in the damage zone. While the intrinsic fracture energy corresponds to the dissipation at a region of size comparable to merely the mesh size of polymer network (Lake & Thomas, 1967; Hui, 2003), the damage of sacrificial bonds occurs on a much larger length scale, typically several hundreds of microns, which has been observed directly under optical micro scope for double network gels (Yu et al, 2009; Liang et al, 2011). Thus comparing to the rupture a single layer of chains in a simple gel, the fracture energy is amplified by orders of magnitudes. The toughening effect is determined form the competing process of an extending damage zone against the propagation the actual crack. For a DN gel, it has been shown experimentally that the fracture energy increases with the average chain length of the 2nd network (Nakajima et al, 2009). On the other hand, it is also found that that the fracture energy could be further increased by increase the heterogeneity and weakening of the 1st network, which enables the formation of damage zone at lower strain (Nakajima et al, 2011). Simple models have been developed to relate the energy dissipation in the hysteresis of a simple test to that in the damage zone (Brown 2007; Tanaka 2007). The general mechanism of toughening in all these gels are the same: to sacrifice part of the gel structure (1st network, crosslinks, clay particles, etc) as much as possible in a stable way. The weaker the sacrifice, the larger the damage zone, the tougher the composite gel would be. Weakening effect of heterogeneity A simple gel, even without any visible flaw, often breaks easily due to the large amount of defects and heterogeneities in the network, especially for those formed by regular gelation methods such as radical polymerization (Cohen et al,1992; Ikkai & Shibayama 2004). It is found that the magnitude of heterogeneity tends to be amplified by swelling or deformation (Mendes et al, 1996; Basu et al, 2011, Shibayama 2011), which eventually leads to the formation of microcracks. On the other hand, both the topological network defect and heterogeneous crosslinking problem could be avoided by producing a nearly-homogeneous network using methods such as ‘click chemistry' (Malkoch et al, 2006, Ossipov & Hilborun, 2006), and combining star polymers of the same size (Sakia et al, 2008). Alternatively, one can also enable the network crosslinking point to slide with deformation by producing a ‘topological gel'. Both types of gels could survive much larger stretch than a regular single gel, to almost the ultimate stretch of each chain. These homogeneous gels are, however, not much tougher, and are expected to fracture at a much lower stretch when a notch in the geometry is present. Effect of solvent The effect of the solvent and solvent-network interactions to the strength and toughness of gels is relatively less studied. Firstly, solvent may induce a frictional drag on the polymer chains, especially for those dangling chains formed during damage. Secondly, the highly concentrated hydrostatic tension near a crack tip lower the local solvent chemical potential, and causes a converging solvent flow (Wang & Hong, 2012). Despite the diffusional origin of the second effect, the redistribution of solvent takes as short as milliseconds near a microcrack. While the first effect generally stabilizes the fracture process, the second softens the crack tip and promotes fracture (at constant load). Experiments on highly viscous physical gel has shown that the wetting of propagating crack in dry air could lead to a decrease in fracture energy (Baumberger et al, 2006), increase in propagation velocity of steady state cracks (Baumberger & Ronsin, 2009, 2010), and the initiation of secondary cracks (Baumberger & Ronsin, 2010). Simple analytical model shows that these effects are partly due to the stress-assisted dissociation of physical crosslinks, and the friction between polymer chains and solvent (Baumberger & Ronsin, 2009). While solvent friction is also present in a permanently crosslinked gel (Tanaka et al, 2000), similar observation has not been reported on chemical gels. The effect of solvent on a weak simple gel may seem minor. However, it could lead to a large improvement on the performance of tough gels by stabilizing crack propagation and increase the damage-zone size. 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Actually, the fracture energy of rubber is rate-dependent. At an extremely low rate of crack propagation, it is believed that the fracture energy will approach the thredshold, i.e. the intrinsic fracture energy, on the order of 50J/m^2. Mechanics and Physics of Hydrogels Permalink Submitted by Zhigang Suo on Sat, 2012-09-08 09:19. Readers of this issue of the Journal Club may wish to take a look at the Themed Issue of Soft Matter (2012, Issue 31, page 7991-8242) on the Mechanics and Physics of Hydrogels, eidited by Wei Hong and Jian Ping Gong. The Issue contains a large collection of papers focussing on the mechanical and thermodynamic behavior of hydrogels. Congratulations to Wei and Jian Ping for a job well done. Fracture of gels: a field where mechanics meets chemistry Thank you, Wei, for this timely and excellent review. Your own papers in this field have been thought-provocative. Fracture of gels is a less established field of study--much less so than that of metals, ceramics and polymers. The science of fracture, especially with respect to toughening mechanisms in ceramics, reached a great level of sophistication in 1980s. Here is a review article by A.G. Evans: Perspective on the development of high-toughness ceramics, J. Am, Ceramic Soc. 73, 187-206 (1990). The article is free online. Knowledge of fracture in metals, ceramics and polyemrs provides a useful backgroud as we move on to study fracture of gels. In our paper published in Nature this week, our experiments can be interpreted in terms of the synergy between two mechanisms: crack bridging and background hystereisis (Supplementary Fig. 11). Both mechanisms have long been well documented for metals, ceramics and polymers. Compared to metals and ceramics, gels have markedly different, and much richer, chemistry. A lot of more knobs to crank up toughness. Fracture of gels is yet another field where mechanics meets chemistry. The field is very young and very promising, full of opportunities for scientific discovery and useful invention. The time is ripe, given the diverse applications of gels emerged in recent decades. PHYSICAL VS. CHEMICAL GELS Permalink Submitted by tristan.baumberger on Fri, 2012-09-14 09:36. Thank you, Wei and Zhigang, for launching this stimulating Journal Club. The chemistry of hydrogels of polymers, either natural or synthetic, is so rich that some classification is required to rationalize the design of complex systems. A first level of taxonomy consists in distinguishing between "chemical" and "physical" gels. In chemical gels, the archetype of which is polyacrylamide gels, cross-linking is due to covalent bonds whose energy is so large compared to kT that thermal activation is precluded. These gels break in a "brittle" way via scission of some C-C bonds of the polymer backbone [A. Livne et al. Highly stretchable and tough hydrogels, Phys. Rev. Lett. 101, (2008)264301]. Physical gels, e.g. self-assembled biopolymer gels such as gelatin, are cross-linked via H- or ionic bonds, usually involving extended portions of the polymer chains. Thermal activation is relevant at room temperature (e.g. gelatin gels are thermoreversible and melt slightly above 30°C). Physical gels exhibit poor structural properties, since they relax stress via thermally activated bond rearrangements [O. Ronsin et al. Interplay between Shear Loading and Structural Aging in a Physical Gelatin Gel Phys. Rev. Lett. 103, (2009) 138302]. The same bond weakness is responsible for the "ductile" nature of the rupture process : the crosslinks act as mechanical fuses which prevent chain scission. Fracture proceeds via "unzipping" of the loaded extended crosslinks and pulling polymer chains out of the gel matrix, at the cost of viscous friction against solvent molecules. The fracture energy of physical gels thus increases markedly with rate and solvent viscosity. [T. Baumberger et al. Fracture of a biopolymer gel as a viscoplastic disentanglement process, Eur. Phys. J. E 21 (2006) 81, T. Baumberger and O. Ronsin, From thermally activated to viscosity controlled fracture of biopolymer hydrogels, J. Chem. Phys. 130 (2009), 061102]. Gel toughening can be thought about along these lines. I can evoke here two hot topics: (i) The transition from brittle to ductile gels upon adding physical bonds to a chemical network [H. J. Kong et al Macromolecules, 36 (2003), 4582, G. Miquelard-Garnier et al. Large strain behaviour of nanostructured polyelectrolyte hydrogels, Polymer 50 (2009) 481]. (ii) Basically, double network gels are made of a chemical network which provides structural integrity and a physical one which dissipates energy [Gong, Why are double network hydrogels so tough? Soft Matter (2010), Sun et al. , Highly stretchable and tough hydrogels Nature, 489 (2012) 133]. However, this is not yet the whole story since the nature of the synergistics between both networks remains an exciting open issue [T. Nakajima et al. True Chemical Structure of Double Network Hydrogels Macromolecules, 42 (2009) 2184]. Physical gels Permalink Submitted by Wei Hong on Sat, 2012-09-22 13:19. Dear Tristan, Thank you for bringing up the fracture of physical gels! The inelasticity/damage/fracture of physical gels is indeed an intriguing topic. As you pointed out, a chemical gel would be more ductile if we replace some chemical crosslinks by reversible physical crosslinks. However, if we keep increasing the fraction of chemical crosslinks, all the way till it entirely becomes a physical gel, it probably would not become even tougher. It seems to me that the fracture of physical gel may have a different mechanism. I would guess instability plays an important role in a physical gel. Zhigang's gel with a second network with chemical crosslinks, or those gels with both physical and chemical crosslinks may help stablizing the localized deformation, and thus make the already ductile physical gel tougher. Cartilage is a composite Permalink Submitted by Paul Calvert on Sun, 2012-09-16 20:43. Cartliage can be view as a collagen-fiber reinforced composite with a gel matrix. It would be nice to mimic this structure but it is difficult because short fibers tend to clump in gel rather than disperse. We made a crude mimic based on rubber fibers in a gel matrix (published here: Mater. Res. Soc. Symp. Proc. Vol. 1420 DOI: 10.1557/opl.2012.686), look for a copy on my website http://bngumassd.org/faculty/calvert/calvert.html. We got high strength and toughness but would not pretend that this is the answer for cartilage replacement. Our approach is too clumsy. If we could think of some way of doing it with high aspect ratio, short rubber fibers dispersed in a gel, that might be one answer. This is not instead of other ways of toughening gels. We also have some recent work on ionic/covalent double networks in this month's Soft Matter. Like with other classes of materials, we should think of making tough homogeneous materials and then improving them further by making composites. Derek Hull wrote a concise text on theory of composites. How one would apply these arguments to rubber fibers in a gel matrix is not at all clear but there should be some very interesting science to be explored. Thank you, Paul, for the inspiration Permalink Submitted by Zhigang Suo on Tue, 2012-09-18 10:53. Dear Paul: Thank you so much for adding your thoughts to this thread of discussion, as well as for your suggestion on fiber reinforced tough gels. We have been thinking about using fibers to reinforce the tough gels, and will look at your earlier work on the subject. I am grateful to you for getting us thinking about tough gels in the first place. I was deeply impressed by your review article on Hydrogels for Soft Machines, which I first read from a book chapter you wrote. In August 2009, you organized an informal workshop in Woods Hole, and invited me to give a talk on fracture of gels. I did do a lot of fracture mechanics, but my past works on fracture were all on metals and ceramics. I had to learn about fracture of gels to give the talk. Through your review article, I went back to Gong's work, and saw the connection between her work with transformation-toughened ceramics and ceramic matrix composite. I gave the talk along the line, but perhaps nobody in the audience was really impressed. People were thinking about how to go beyond Gong's work. They were thinking about replacing one network with one with weak bonds. By pure coincidence, we had worked on alginate gel (Xuanhe Zhao, Nathaniel D. Huebsch, David J. Mooney, Zhigang Suo, Stress-relaxation behavior in gels with ionic and covalent crosslinks. Journal of Applied Physics 107, 063509 (2010)). In that work we learned about viscoplastic behavior of alginate. But your workshop was instrumental to get us to focus on the fracture mechanics of hydrogels, and to explore hydrogels of exceptional toughness. Thank you, Paul, for the inspiration. Permalink Submitted by Chuancheng Duan on Wed, 2012-10-10 05:21. Dear Wei, Thanks for your information. It is very useful. The research of gel is very interesting. Now, I am learning some knowledge about it. Chuancheng Duan Ask iMechanica Having difficulty with posting comments? 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__label__wiki	0.840397	0.840397	Bible Reflection Joke’s Time Highjink Island Times Your gateway to Palau News and Current Events Posted inTop Stories Lt. Commander Nobuo takes command of Remeliik II by Adam Somers December 8, 2020 December 8, 2020 A month after Palau’s new Guardian-class patrol boat PSS President Remeliik II sailed into Koror, President Remengesau officially ordered Lieutenant Commander Emerson Nobuo to take command of the vessel at a welcoming ceremony this past Friday. The ceremony took place at Marine Law Dock in Malakal, and opened with the Remeliik II sailing into the harbor, escorted by Sonsorol canoers and Okeanos Palau. Remeliik II, a donation from the Australian Government, is replacing the Remeliik I, which sailed back to Australia in July after 24 years of patrolling Palau’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Vice-President Raynold Oilouch referred to the new vessel as a “younger, stronger, faster, more modern, and sophisticated state-of-the-art patrol boat”. The new ship is 39.5 meters long, can sail up to speeds of 25 knots, and is all electronically-controlled. The Remeliik II, with a crew of nineteen who underwent extensive training in Australia to familiarize themselves with the features of the vessel, will be undertaking a yearly schedule of patrols in the coming years to monitor Palau’s waters. Its first patrol was in mid-November, when it escorted President Remengesau aboard the Ocean Hunter to the Southwest Islands and back. Director Victor Remengesau of the Bureau of Maritime Security & Fish and Wildlife Protection said that Australia’s donation of the patrol boat is not just about the maritime security for Palau, but for the global community. Ambassador Richelle Turner of the Embassy of Australia referred to the Remeliik as an embodiment of Australia and Palau’s decades-long partnership, and stressed that Australia is working alongside its Pacific partners to provide regional-wide aerial surveillance through the Foreign Fisheries Agency to maritime patrols and multilateral operations. The Remeliik II will be participating in joint-surveillance marine patrol exercises with regional partners, such as the Federated States of Micronesia, with the aid of Australia. Vice-President Oilouch said that this November marked 25 years of Palau’s participation in Australia’s Pacific Maritime Security Program, which includes achievements in terms of “regional cooperation efforts, joint-maritime surveillance programs, humanitarian aid, medical evacuations, search and rescue operations, and efforts against illegal and unregulated fishing and human-trafficking operations”. At the end of the ceremony, President Remengesau handed over the key of the ship to Officer Emerson, and ordered him to take command of the Remeliik II. Palau also officially welcomed its new Maritime Surveillance Advisor, Lieutenant Commander Neil Krauklis of the Australian Navy. Lieutenant Commander Clint Moore, who served as Palau’s Maritime Surveillance Advisor for three years, will be returning to Australia to continue his career. Vice-President Oilouch recognized Lieutenant Commander Moore for his service and for being “instrumental in the smooth transition to the new patrol boat”. Turtle shell jewelry still sold despite ban, can’t tell if real or fake January 15, 2021 Whipps names appointees to Finance and MPIIC January 15, 2021 Financing for 2nd submarine cable to Palau completed January 15, 2021 President Tommy E. Remengesau, Jr. addresses the 10th Kelulul Ngardmau (State Legislature) January 15, 2021 Decrease of crime attributed to “improvement of law-enforcement” January 15, 2021 Koror Palau, 96940 Phone: (+680) – 488 – 3420/5788 Fax: (+680) – 488 – 2732 Email: islandtimes05@gmail.com Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm only. © 2021 Island Times. Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic Privacy Policy	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line863
__label__cc	0.518002	0.481998	by Joel Hruska — Wednesday, November 02, 2011, 04:44 PM EDT AMD, Penguin Computing Deploy First Server APUs With Curious Results AMD's John Freuhe posted a blog entry yesterday detailing the company's first efforts to deploy Fusion-style APUs in a server environment. Penguin Computing has built and installed a cluster of 104 Infiniband-linked servers, each powered by a Llano A8-3850 processor. The company claims that the single-socket, 2U server offers unique advantages thanks to the Fusion architecture's onboard GPU. With the Altus 2A00, Penguin is the first to bring AMD’s unique APU capabilities to the HPC community,” says Phil Pokorny, CTO Penguin Computing. “We are extremely proud of our successful deployment of this platform on such a large scale. We believe that the high level of integration and the resulting benefits for HPC users will further accelerate the adoption of the GPU processing model in HPC. The APU architecture has the potential to become a key component of future exascale systems.“ Suddenly, servers "As we progress closer to the exascale era, it’s clear that the traditional paradigms of supercomputing are continuing to evolve and require new technologies to keep pace with the rapid levels of innovation that HPC customers demand,” said John Byrne, corporate vice president and general manager for Americas Mega Region, AMD. “With industry-leading CPU and GPU technology, AMD has the pieces to assemble a wide range of solutions for HPC deployments, and now HPC customers can leverage the power and efficiency of AMD’s APU technology with Penguin Computing’s Altus 2A00 server.” Draining An Ocean With 100 Straws AMD has said virtually nothing about its long-term plans for server APU products and the company had no additional comment to make when we asked for more information. The Altus 2A00 server makes some sense as a proof-of-concept product—but that's about all. For all Penguin's talk of leveraging the additional capabilities of the APU, Llano's best-in-class consumer integrated graphics performance doesn't compare all that well to the compute capabilities of discrete GPUs. Llano's integrated GPU doesn't support double-precision floating point and the performance of the entire cluster is rated at 59.6 TFlops. That is, to be sure, quite a lot of FLOPs—but it's also 104 servers, each of which uses a boxed processor with a 100W TDP and a retail price of $139. By the time one factors in the cost of the entire server, even assuming a substantial CPU discount, it's not at all clear that a cluster of 104 linked servers using AMD's last-generation GPU architecture with a lop-sided interconnect is a better financial investment than a much smaller deployment of AMD's high-end FireStream commercial GPUs or even a cluster of Radeon 6970s. Long term, AMD's plans for its Fusion products mean that the GPU will become an extremely potent compute node that can be leveraged for precisely the sort of workload the company claims to be targeting today. At the moment, this seems more like a tech demo than a major design win, and the company's refusal to discuss any server product plans it might have around Brazos or future Trinity parts seems an indirect confirmation of our suspicion. Such parts are coming—but not anytime soon. Tags: AMD, Linux, GPU, CPU, APU, Llano, John Freuhe, Penguin Computing, Altus 2A00, Sandia	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line866
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Chinese Business Review, 16(3), 126-140 . https://doi.org/10.17265/1537-1506/2017.03.002 We explore characteristics of the UK labour market with special emphasis on explanation of the existing wage inequalities, determinants of participation and variation in the magnitude of hours of labour supplied among individuals. We explain up to 92... Read More about Determinants of wages and labour supply in the UK. Welfare and distributional impacts of financial liberalization in an open economy : lessons from a multi-sectoral dynamic CGE model for Nepal (2016) Bhattarai, K. (2016). Welfare and distributional impacts of financial liberalization in an open economy : lessons from a multi-sectoral dynamic CGE model for Nepal. International Business Research, 10(1), 181-198. doi:10.5539/ibr.v10n1p181 By equalizing rates of return across sectors, financial liberalization improves efficiency and equalizes the distribution of income. Efficiency gained in the allocation of resources increases capital usage more in previously heavily repressed sectors... Read More about Welfare and distributional impacts of financial liberalization in an open economy : lessons from a multi-sectoral dynamic CGE model for Nepal. Macroeconomic impacts of fiscal policy shocks in the UK : a DSGE analysis (2016) Bhattarai, K., & Trzeciakiewicz, D. (2017). Macroeconomic impacts of fiscal policy shocks in the UK : a DSGE analysis. Economic modelling, 61, 321-338. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.econmod.2016.10.012 This paper develops and estimates a new-Keynesian dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) model for the analysis of fiscal policy in the UK. We find that government consumption and investment yield the highest GDP multipliers in the short-run,... Read More about Macroeconomic impacts of fiscal policy shocks in the UK : a DSGE analysis. Impact of foreign aid on growth and trade (2016) Bhattarai, K. (2016). Impact of foreign aid on growth and trade. Journal of economics and development studies, 4(3), doi:10.15640/jeds.v4n3a4 Foreign aid from the donors may or may not raise growth rates in receiving countries. In general they may increase investment but if the amount of aid is associated with conditionality of exports, that will have negative impacts on growth rates. Simu... Read More about Impact of foreign aid on growth and trade. Growth and income distributions in four EU economies (2016) Bhattarai, K. (2016). Growth and income distributions in four EU economies. International Advances in Economic Research, 22(3), 263-277 . https://doi.org/10.1007/s11294-016-9594-8 Dynamic multi-sectoral and multi-household general equilibrium models are constructed to show how the economies of Germany, France, Spain and the United Kingdom will evolve from 2006 to 2090. These models generate dynamic paths of investment and capi... Read More about Growth and income distributions in four EU economies. Theories of redistribution and share of labour income (2016) Presentation / Conference Bhattarai, K. (2016, June). Theories of redistribution and share of labour income. Paper presented at European Economics and Finance Society (EEFS) 2016 Abstract We review the functional and size theories of income distribution in the context of growing inequality around the world. The causes for the observed patterns on the shares of labour and capital income in classical, neoclassical, Marxian, str... Read More about Theories of redistribution and share of labour income. 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__label__wiki	0.886094	0.886094	News Local Prodromou assures backing of experts in opening of schools, parents to be... Prodromou assures backing of experts in opening of schools, parents to be extensively informed on protocols Υπ. Παιδείας- Επαναλειτουργία των σχολείων Προεδρικό Μέγαρο, Λευκωσία, Κύπρος Ο Υπουργός Παιδείας, Πολιτισμού, Αθλητισμού και Νεολαίας κ. Πρόδρομος Προδρόμου παραχωρεί συνέντευξη Τύπου σε σχέση με το θέμα της επαναλειτουργίας των σχολείων. // Min. Education-Resumption of the schools operations Presidential Palace, Lefkosia, Cyprus The Minister of Education, Culture, Sport and Youth, Mr Prodromos Prodromou, gives a Press conference regarding the resumption of the schools operations. Education Minister Prodromos Prodromou assured on Friday during a televised press conference that the decision to reopen schools is informed by the team of experts advising the government and that detailed information on the hygiene protocols to be followed upon return to school will be disseminated in the coming days to parents and children alike while making the most of constructive recommendations. Prodromou said that the decision to reopen schools was based on pedagogical criteria as children should not be deprived of the right to knowledge or their familiar school environment even if it is for one month. He said that the decision was also taken to facilitate tens of thousands of parents to return to work and their daily activities and who have been deprived of their income during the lockdown. Addressing concerns, he said that like with the gradual reopening of society, the education system must also gradually return to normality while strictly adhering to hygiene rules. He reassured that schools will operate with absolute safety following all hygiene protocols and if needed, the announced decisions will be immediately readjusted as required. He mentioned that digital remote technologies will continue to be used after children go back to school. In particular, he said that for the days that one of the two groups of children will remain at home as per the new ‘attendance by rotation’ system, the other group that will be at home will attend class with their classmates remotely so as to not fall behind. Echoing an earlier announcement by President Anastasiades, Prodromou said that schools will reopen subject to the epidemiological data and upon agreement by the team of experts. He said that in preparation of the reopening of schools, a series of activities are in progress including the drafting of materials in collaboration with the experts, presentations to teachers unions, video conferences and preparation of videos for families to transmit all necessary information to parents and children. Prodromou also mentioned that a two-hour Q&A will take place tomorrow through Facebook to respond to queries. He added that the 20,000 tests that the Health Ministry made available for pupils and teachers returning to school will begin next week starting with upper secondary school, and said that classrooms are being prepared for the reopening with signage placed and desks arranged to keep the necessary distance between children. He explained that the 12 children limit was decided based on the average classroom area in public schools, and 13 children will be allocated in bigger classrooms for practical reasons. Based on the same reasoning, he said that there may be smaller classrooms with fewer than 12 students allocated. In addition, antiseptics are being disseminated in all schools and thermometers and masks will also be available to be used when needed. A room will also be allocated for isolation purposes should any pupil or member of staff present symptoms and needs to be separate from others for a short period. He said that children who go to school on a bus will do so as before but with a new time schedule. Teachers who have children, he added, can take their children with them to school and as half the school staff do not have responsibilities they can mind the children. Replying to a journalist’s comment that some private schools issued announcements that pupils will continue working remotely, Prodromou said that private schools cannot be prevented from regulating their own activities. Asked whether absences will be recorded for those pupils who choose not to go to school, Prodromou replied in the affirmative but said the focus should not be on the absences but on whether children will benefit from going back to school. “If a parent chooses not to send their child to school we cannot stop them, but schools will be open,” he said. Pictured: The Minister of Education, Culture, Sport and Youth Prodromos Prodromou speaks during a press conference on May 8, 2020 at the Presidential Palace on the reopening of schools amid the gradual easing of lockdown measures for Coronavirus in Cyprus. Anastasiades: Reopening of schools under conditions By Josephine Koumettou Previous articleVehicle registrations plummet an annual 81.3% in April Next articleCyprus-Israeli working group to prepare for restoration of air links	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line873
__label__wiki	0.77464	0.77464	News Local Surgeries at state, private hospitals to resume Surgeries at state, private hospitals to resume State and private hospitals can carry out scheduled surgeries and admissions from tomorrow, provided only 60% of bed capacity is used, the Health Ministry said on Sunday. The move marks another gradual step towards normality. So-called ‘cold cases’ had been postponed as the public health system took on the role of battling coronavirus and private hospitals dealt with remaining, urgent health cases. This prohibition is being lifted under a decree enacted on April 30. Private and state hospitals can now carry out scheduled surgeries and take on cold cases on the basis of guidelines issued by the Health Ministry and provided they adhere to all the stipulated protective measures for health professionals, other employees and patients. Under these guidelines, 40% of beds must remain empty. Provision must also be made for emergencies so that beds remain available from the 60%. The 60% ceiling applies to all departments, including ICUs except for daily treatment centres. Visits will continue to be prohibited in both public and private hospitals. Out patient clinics in hospitals will work only with appointments. Only the patient will be allowed in. The Health Ministry said that depending on the coronavirus outbreak it may adapt its instructions and the ceiling on bed occupancy so as to minimise the risk of spreading the virus in the wider population. Previous articleWash hands, keep distance and wear masks, medical association says Next articleEight new cases as Cyprus prepares to ease lockdown	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line874
__label__wiki	0.878802	0.878802	Indiana RadioWatch: 2004 Year in Review Here's our year end roundup, by region, as written and submitted by our readers. Artistic Media Partners submitted a report as well, and we'll start with them, as their report discusses all their properties: Artistic Media Partners, which operates the flagship stations for Indiana, Purdue and Notre Dame sports broadcasts, repositioned its college sports broadcasts from its CHR stations in Bloomington, Lafayette, and South Bend. In Bloomington, WHCC 105.1 FM is now the flagship station for Indiana University sports. In Lafayette, WSHP 95.3 The Rocket is the flagship station for Purdue University Sports. In South Bend, Classic Rock WZOW now carries Notre Dame mens basketball. Notre Dame football remains on WNDV-FM. The changes were made because the listening audience for college sports matches the male intensive classic rock audience more that a CHR station. Recent Arbitron ratings show that both the CHR station and the new flagship station benefited from the move. In order to get Purdue to agree with the Purdue Sports move to WSHP-FM, Artistic Media Partners changed WSHPs frequency to 95.3 FM because of its better coverage over West Lafayette. Artistic Media Partners moved country station WLFF to 95.7 FM. In South Bend, Artistic Media Partners dropped the Love Songs format on 102.3 FM, changed the call letters from WWLV to WOZW, and simulcast the station with WZOW, Classic Rock, including Notre Dame mens basketball on 97.7 FM and 102.3 FM. Also on South Bend, Notre Dame Olympic sports broadcasts including hockey, baseball, womens basketball, womens soccer and daily sports updates were moved to 1580 AM, WDND because of its broader coverage in the South Bend area. 1620AM now carries Adult Standards, WHLY-AM. Tommy Frank became Program Director for WNDV-FM in South Bend and consults with Artistic Media Partners CHR radio station in Lafayette, WAZY-FM. Artistic Media Partners and Tommy were sued by Fort Wayne Radio (WJFX-FM) for allegedly violating the terms of a non-compete agreement. The courts have allowed Frank to continue as Program Director in South Bend while the case against him competing with WJFX-FM is still pending. In Fort Wayne, 106.3 FM changed its format to CHR in 2004 and has the new call letters WDDB-FM B106.3. The station was previously WSHI-FM with a WW1 Adult Standards format. The station often ranked in the top 5 in 12+ listenership, but unfortunately ranked 13th in the market in revenue. The move to CHR was designed to build on Artistic Media Partners CHR success in Bloomington (WBWB-FM), Lafayette (WAZY-FM) and South Bend (WNDV-FM). Now, onto the rest of the report: * A sad year to remember as Charlie Willer passed away. Willer spent most of his time in Fort Wayne radio. In Fort Wayne, he worked at carrier current station WITB (based at the Indiana Institute of Technology, more commonly known now as Indiana Tech), and as "Charlie Franklin" at WPTH (now WAJI), WAFX (now WLYV), and WZRQ (now WSHI). Outside of Fort Wayne, he had stops in Lafayette and Archbold, Ohio. Beyond radio announcing, he owned his production company (Charles Willer Productions; he was "Audio Architect"). Charlie also composed classical music - Someone commented to IRW that he was with Charlie when they were visiting Indiana University - Bloomington. While inside a building, Charlie spotted a piano, and immediately sat down and started to play, making up a tune in his head that sounded beautiful. Outside of radio, he was active in Jugglers Anonymous and was highly regarded for his knowledge of railroad trains. Willer influenced many just starting in broadcasting to further their careers - perhaps most notably the Chairman and Publisher of Radio Ink - B. Eric Rhodes. Rhodes spoke with IRW: "Charlie Willer was responsible for getting me into radio. He has been my best friend since I was 14 years old. He was a creative genius who could have ended up in NY or LA, but he loved Indiana and wanted to stay there surrounded by the people he loved. I never met anyone in my life who has so many friends." Tom Andrews, GM at WLKI in Angola, also worked with Charlie and commented to IRW "Charlie was one of those people who spread a sense of joy wherever he went." On a more personal note, IRW knew Charlie as he e-mailed us often with stories and questions. IRW appreciated his wide knowledge and the education it provided us on historical radio in Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana. * WBZQ/WLZQ (1300am, Huntington; 101.1fm, South Whitley) GM Chris Larko tells us about his stations: WLZQ FM, "Q101," South Whitley, Warsaw, Columbia City, North Manchester, began a locally-produced live morning show January 5. 2004. General Manager Chris Larko hosted the weekday morning show, which runs from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. on the same date, the station added local news, anchored every half hour from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. weekdays by the station's first news director, Mike Nelson. From 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m., the station carries ABC Radio News at the bottom of every hour. Throughout the year, Q101 adjusted its "hot AC" music format to include music of the 80s and 90s sprinkled with the best of the 70s and today. On December 13, 2004, WBZQ, AM 1300, Huntington, began carrying a simulcast of the Q101 morning show. On December 27, well-known former WOWO and WSHI deejay Ron Gregory took over morning show hosting duties from Larko. * Summit City Radio Group tells us about their year: 2004 saw a name change for Travis Broadcasting in Fort Wayne to Summit City Radio Group. The Stations include WCKZ 94.1 known as Z-94.1 "The Real Classic Rocker" and features Fort's Wayne's legendary Rock Jock Doc West with partner Leslie Stone handling Mornings. WNHT 96.3 is Wild 96.3 "Fort Wayne's Party Station", among achievements for 2004 for Wild was a one day Dodge Ball Tournament to raise money for Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Over 600 players participated. WYLT 103.9 is MY 103.9 and has shown tremendous growth in popularity as a mainstream top 40. WGL 1250am moved local talk show host Dave Macy to Morning Drive in September and also became Fox Sports 1250. X-102 started the year on two stations: WXTW 102.3 and WXKE 102.9. In February, WXKE's format flipped to Easy Listening as 102.9 the River and is the #1 station for adults 50+. X-102 continues to dominate the Active Rock scene and just released their 8th annual Essential's CD featuring the best from the local music scene. These and many other positive changes have occurred since the name change due to the successful leadership of Kristine Foate who took over as President/C.E.O. in the spring and her hiring of Bill Stewart as Director of Programming and Dave Wisnieski as Director of Sales. Northcentral * Bill Barrows, OM at Mid-America Radio's WJOT (AM) + FM (1510am, 105.9fm; both Wabash) checks in with IRW: Oldies 106 (WJOT) in Wabash hosted the first Holiday Night to Remember in Downtown Wabash on December 1st. This event brought the downtown merchants together for the 1st time in year's to bring customers downtown for an event like it used to be before Wal-Mart & malls. It went so well that the 2005 date for the event has already been scheduled: November 30th. Also, General Manager Wade Weaver has taken on celebrity status with the Ft. Wayne Komet Hockey fans as he is a part time host at home games between periods at a number of their games over the next 60 days. The Wabash County Basketball Tourney is history. Oldies 106 broadcast all 16 games, 8 JV & 8 varsity games. We continue to broadcast Manchester, Northfield, Southwood & Wabash high school boys & girls basketball through the post season. * Leigh Ellis/President + GM of the Radio One Communications' stations in Northwest Indiana tells us about radio life in Da Region: Two big changes happen this year with Radio One Communications that services N.W. Indiana with four stations based out of its corporate offices in Valparaiso Indiana. WZVN started doing a live morning show (Matt in the Morning) with two local talents in April, Matt Carter and Jeff Sanders. In November after operating 40 years as a day timer received a 24 hour operating license from the FCC. Also, on April 1, Z107 debuted new station voice Jerry Curtis. WXRD Crown Point, IN (X Rock 103.9) returned a long lost show to 103.9fm. The return of "Night Rock" hosted by Midwest Beat Magazine's Tom Lounges and Scott Rosenberg brings lost classics, local rock, and much more on Sunday nights. Finally, Radio One Communications celebrated its 40th anniversary in the month of September. The celebration was capped off with an all day on air celebration by WLJE with former jocks, founder Uncle Len Ellis, and some of country musics biggest starts from yesterday and today. * WEFM (95.9fm, Michigan City) as submitted by their President, Tom Burns: WEFM, Michigan City, will be adding NBC Radio News in early 2005 replacing USA Radio News which the station has carried for about 15 years. Also, the station provided constant updates of information during the recent 2 foot snow storm. * Jon Easter, Station Manager at Ben Davis High School's WBDG (90.9fm, Indianapolis) tells IRW that WBDG finished second in the annual Indiana Association of School Broadcasters radio competition in February of 2004. Westcentral * Dave Sabaini, Director of Audio Operations and Station Manager at Indiana State University station WISU (89.7fm, Terre Haute) checks in: WISU-FM, Indiana State University celebrated it's 40th year on-air with a format change to alternative rock (filling in for the long-silent WZZQ-FM in Terre Haute). The change made the non-commercial, educational station instantly competitive. The format change was accompanied by an increase to a 24/7/365 broadcast schedule, up from 18 hours per day. Station Manager Dave Sabaini celebrates his 20th year with the station. * Mike Petersen, GM at the Crossroads Communications' stations in Terre Haute tells us about his adventuresome year: June: Vandels broke into the WBOW-AM transmitter building on a Wednesday evening, stealing an air conditioner and an extension ladder. Since it took them about two hours to get into the secured building, it was dark when they left. In driving out, they struck a set of guy wires, which brought the 115 foot tower down. They were in jail by noon, since their truck had stalled, and they left it where it was. (I'm suspecting a big contract from "Nation's dumbest criminals.") WBOW was on the air later that day with a long-wire antenna, but the day before the new tower was to go up, the area was flooded by the Wabash River-12 feet of water stood over the site. WBOW was then off the air for about three weeks before the river receded and the new tower was erected. Two days later-now mid July-the antenna atop the 700 foot WBOW-FM tower was hit by lightening allowing water to get in the antenna, and then the transmission line. While the transmitter shut down, much damage was done to the antenna and the coax, both of which had to be replaced. WBOW-FM got on the air two days later with an auxiliary antenna at the 200 foot level, and full power was restored in early August. But...on August 15th, the Crossroads studio at 1301 Ohio Street in Terre Haute, housing all five radio stations (WBOW AM/FM, WSDM FM, WAXI FM and WSDX AM) took a direct lightening hit through the power and phone lines, destroying about $35,000 in equipment. The engineer and GM worked all night, utilizing spare parts, and managed to have all stations functioning by 6am the next day. Smarts Broadcast Systems quickly sent loaner Smartcasters and related equipment. While the stations lost no air time, it took approximately two months to complete all repairs, and replace equipment. In other news...Sharla Cretors Daniel replaced Susan Thomas as promotions director in May of 2004. Sharla is also the afternoon drive host on WBOW-FM. All Crossroads stations now use Weather Eye meteorological service on all stations, as of December 1. WSDM will produce its 15th annual Clay County Home Expo in February in Brazil. WAXI will produce it's 7th annual Senior Expo in Rockville in March. John Sherman took over as program and sales director of WBOW-WSDX AM (ESPN Sports Radio for Terre Haute-Brazil) in August, taking over for JD Sell, who remains as operations director for all stations. That's it for this issue. Back to the Archive Index All pages Copyright Blaine Thompson. Articles, photos, corrections, and other contributions should be e-mailed to the editors.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line875
__label__cc	0.738912	0.261088	Architecture · Health Self-sustaining Ugandan surgical facility provides healthcare to underserved areas Written by Lucy Wang In an inspiring example of humanitarian architecture, Kliment Halsband Architects teamed up with Mount Sinai Surgery in New York to create the Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Uganda Surgical Facility, a prototype for an independent, self-sustaining ambulatory surgical facility. According to the architects, roughly 5 billion people lack any form of safe or affordable surgery, leading to millions of deaths annually worldwide. In response, the architects created a modular, easily replicable surgical facility to provide ambulatory surgical procedures for underserved populations in resource-poor regions. Located in Kyabirwa, a rural village near the equator in Uganda, the Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Uganda Surgical Facility is located on a site that originally lacked potable water, reliable electricity, internet or adequate sanitary facilities. To keep construction simple, the architects used a modular and minimally invasive design inspired by locally available materials. Taking advantage of the area’s abundance of red clay, the architects used locally sourced and fired bricks and cladding tiles for the main structure and topped it with a wavy roof reminiscent of the nearby White Nile. Related: Snøhetta designs healing forest cabins for patients at Norway’s largest hospitals Uninterrupted power is provided by 75 kWp solar panels installed atop the wavy roof, Li-Lead Acid Hybrid battery storage, an onsite generator and intermittent power from the grid. The team also installed 20 miles of underground cabling with fiberoptic service to provide critical internet connection for telemedicine links to Mount Sinai Surgery in New York, where doctors provide advanced surgical consultation and real-time operating room video conferencing. Gravity tanks with a filter and sterilization system store well water and intermittently available town water on-site, while water from a graywater system is recycled for toilet flushing and irrigation. The building relies primarily on natural ventilation and is not air conditioned with the exception of the operating rooms. “The primary reason for the limited availability of surgical treatments in underserved parts of the world is the belief that surgery is either too expensive or too complicated to be broadly available,” reads the project’s client statement. “We believe that surgical treatments are essential to building healthy communities worldwide and that surgical therapies need not be complex or expensive. This model is built around developing an independent, self-sustaining facility capable of providing surgical treatments in resource-poor areas.” + Kliment Halsband Architects Photography by Bob Ditty and Will Boase via Kliment Halsband Architects The World's Largest Solar Energy Office Building Shines in China Toilet Flush Breakthrough Stealth Toilet Cuts Water Use Nearly in Half Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Uganda Surgical Facility Kliment Halsband Architects partnered with Mount Sinai Surgery in New York to create the Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Uganda Surgical Facility. The project is a prototype for self-sustaining ambulatory surgical facilities. The facility is modular and easy to replicate. The facility is located in a rural village near the equator in Uganda. The site formerly lacked potable water, reliable electricity and internet. The team used simple, local materials to build the structure. The healthcare facility is topped with a wave-like roof of solar panels. The site provides important access to safe surgical procedures for the community. The design model is meant to be replicated to better provide healthcare services to underserved populations. Mount Sinai Kyabirwa Uganda Surgical Facility by Kliment Halsband Architects	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line876
__label__cc	0.522231	0.477769	DEDICATED TO ASSISTING CHILDREN, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITIES IN NEED Contact the Foundation Education Corner Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope Team Up For Technology Win a Ride of a Lifetime with Jimmie Champions Grant Program Support JJF Win Jimmie Johnson’s Chevy 2020 Win Jimmie’s Chevy Winner 2019 Win Jimmie Johnson’s Chevy Winner 2016 Win JJ’s Chevy Winner Auto Club Speedway Ticket Package JJF Merchandise Johnson Launches Samsung Helmet of Hope Campaign Jul 23, 2010 \| News \| 0 comments Beads of Courage and Hunter’s Hope Foundation first selected charities CONCORD, N.C. (July 23, 2010) – Three-time Brickyard winner Jimmie Johnson drew the first two children’s charities for the Samsung Helmet of Hope Friday at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Beads of Courage (Tucson, Ariz.) and Hunter’s Hope Foundation (Orchard Park, N.Y.) will be the first two charities to grace the helmet, which Johnson will wear in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Auto Club Speedway in October Each organization will also receive a grant of $10,000. Becca Gladden of Insider Racing News nominated Beads of Courage, an organization that provides innovative, arts-in-medicine supportive care programs for children coping with cancer and other serious illness, their families, and the health care providers who care for them. “Beads of Courage is a unique art therapy program for children going through difficult and painful medical treatments for serious illnesses,” said Gladden. “Children collect colorful beads for each treatment milestone in the areas of cancer, cardiac conditions, burn injuries, and other serious illnesses. The beads serve as meaningful symbols of courage for children and tell a story of strength, honor and hope.” “As a relatively new charity (founded in 2005) Beads of Courage would benefit greatly from being featured on Jimmie’s helmet to raise awareness of this very special and worthy cause,” added Gladden. Beverly Bolam of Niagara Falls, N.Y. nominated the Hunter’s Hope Foundation, which helps children with Krabbe and other Leukodystrophies. “The Hunter’s Hope Foundation was founded in 1997 by NFL Pro Hall of Famer Jim Kelly and his wife Jill after their only son was diagnosed with Krabbe,” explained Bolam. “They have come a long way in helping children and their families but still have a long way to go. “I am a volunteer with the Foundation and have watched the tremendous progress they have made. Their son Hunter passed away on August 5, 2005 but the Kellys continue to fight for every child with these diseases. The Kellys utmost goal is to find a cure.” In its third year, the Samsung Helmet of Hope program is a partnership of the Jimmie Johnson Foundation, Samsung and Lowe’s. Fans and media members across the country have the opportunity to nominate their children’s charity of choice to be featured on Johnson’s helmet for a select race. New this year, selected charities will also receive a grant of $10,000. This partnership is part of the Samsung Hope for Children program, a corporate giving program that aligns athletes and retail partners to help children learn, live and thrive. Johnson selected the first two charities Friday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. He will draw one winner from a list of media submissions and one from a list of fan submissions each race weekend through the Atlanta event in September. The two charities selected Friday join the Feeding America® Kids Café program, which was nominated by Samsung to kick-off this year’s campaign program. The Kids Café program works to address the growing epidemic facing children’s hunger Fans and media members may nominate their charity by visiting www.helmetofhope.org. For more information about the most recently selected charities, visitwww.beadsofcourage.org and www.huntershope.org. If you are interested in doing a story on Samsung Helmet of Hope or need more information, please contact Tara Gudger at tgudger@gmrmarketing.com or 704-714-4155. Ways to Help Us Shine TeamJJF Powered by : Big Boom Design © 2021 Jimmie Johnson Foundation	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line888
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__label__wiki	0.767138	0.767138	The covid leaves Porto without Oliveira, Evanilson and Luis Díaz Lunin, before his debut to give Courtois a break Controversy with the son of David and Victoria Beckham for this sweatshirt Atlético: Three steps to overcome the January slope Sabalenka wins three places in the WTA world rankings after her third title in a row JuniperSports Daily Sports News Go World Athletic de Bilbao: Unai Simón is the most valued goalkeeper in the League August 2, 2020 admin Athletic, Bilbao, goalkeeper, league, Simón, Unai, valued Unai Simon has penetrated in its first season settled in the elite. The recognitions do not stop coming. If a few weeks ago he was selected in the ideal eleven of the revelations of the League produced by UEFA, now sneaks into the team of the players who have appreciated the most during the last campaign. According to the estimate of Transfermarkt, the goal of Athletic has increased its price by 14 million euros. No championship goalkeeper surpasses him, so Simon enters with honor the eleven footballers who have increased their cost the most. The defense is formed by Semedo (Barça), Diego Carlos (Seville), Pau Torres (Villarreal) and Lodi (Atlético). At the double pivot appear Mikel Merino (Real Sociedad) and Riqui Puig (Barça). The line of three half points conforms it Ocampos (Seville), Marcos Llorente (Atlético) and Ansu Fati (Barça); being Gerard Moreno (Villarreal) the only offensive reference. The total assessment of Simon performing Transfermarkt is 30 million euros. The rojiblanco has amazed under sticks, saving on several occasions the Athletic. Although the epilogue of the course was bitter after the direct red that he saw on the penultimate day against the Leganes in the appointment that curtailed the continental options of the troop of Gaizka Garitano. Beyond the estimate made by the web portal, reality says that the termination clause of the Murgia it rises to 50 ‘kilos’. You have a contract in Bilbao until 2023, although the Athletic works on increasing their armor. “He has become a top goalkeeper at the European level. We hope that he will continue with us for many years, we are delighted with him, it will be good news for everyone that he will continue for many years ”, he pointed out Rafa Alkorta, zurigorri sports director, during his appearance before the media this week. Even though the appraisal that Transfermarkt performs from Simon It is powerful, it is not the maxim of a player of the Athletic. This list is headed Iñaki Williams, with a value of 40 million euros. The goalkeeper occupies the second place in the red and white house. Serve as a reference that the leader of this ranking in the League it is Leo Messi. It is valued at 112 million. Williams it is ranked 29th overall while Simon it is the 57th. And behind both, as far as Athletic This refers to the plants that have performed so well in the recent campaign. Iñigo Martínez It has an estimated price of 25.5 million euros and Yeray stays close, at 24 kilos. ← A label with sexual connotations about Enrique Ponce goes viral Maldini acknowledges that Milan is already working to renew Ibrahimovic → Lucas’s delightful situation at Bayern Atlético de Simeone is always primed with Granada Isco arrives at Anoeta, but Real Madrid will have five casualties He Port adds more casualties due to covid in its staff, since in the last hours the positives of the The Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka, who won his third consecutive title last Wednesday by winning the final of the tournament Abu Total rift between Genie Bouchard and her twin sister: ‘She’s almost a stranger to me’ Australia denies Djokovic requests for quarantine of tennis players Our objective is to provide you Breaking Sports News, linking to best sources around the world and top sports stories today includes football, tennis, basketball. Keeping you up to date with the latest sports news Copyright © 2020 JuniperSports. All rights reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line891
__label__wiki	0.542119	0.542119	EXAMPLE OF PRODUCTIVITY IN ECONOMICS You are here: Home > Canowindra > Example of productivity in economics What is productivity? definition and meaning. productivity, in economics, the output of any aspect of production per unit of input. It is a measure of the output of a worker, machine, or an entire national, South Korea. South Korea is an example of a country that has achieved sustained improvements in labour productivity вЂ“ a key factor behind escaping the middle-income. Productivity economics Britannica.com The Research Productivity of New PhDs in Economics The. Factors of production is an economic term to describe the inputs that are capital refers to the purchase of goods made with money in production. For example,, In whole economics, Labour And Productivity Definition Important And Measurement Economics the example of the productivity ratio is kilometers driven per. 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__label__wiki	0.891557	0.891557	Selena Gomez Gets Candid About the Loneliness, Depression She Experienced During Quarantine Matt Winkelmeyer, Getty Images Selena Gomez spoke candidly about how the pandemic has impacted her anxiety, depression and overall mental health. On Sunday (October 10), the "Rare" singer held a Social Summit for her Rare Beauty company to celebrate World Mental Health Day. During the event, Gomez had a conversation with former Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. “What we were facing pre-COVID 19 was already pretty challenging in terms of high rates of loneliness and depression and anxiety,” Dr. Murthy explained. “I’m afraid that’s gotten worse for people in this pandemic.” “In the beginning, I couldn’t deal with it that well," Gomez admitted. "I kind of fell into a bit of depression and then I started going into a place where I was writing and being active; it forced me to have that time." "I’ve been able to spend time with those quality people a lot more than I ever have, and I’m spending a lot more time with my family," she shared. "I almost feel like I've become normalized in this situation that's not normal." Thankfully, working on Rare Beauty and going into the recording studio has helped the pop star get through the tough times. Gomez, who labels herself as an extrovert, has also enjoyed reconnecting with people. "It has been a struggle," she shared. "I think I posted on my Instagram where I was crying [and] explaining to all of the people who were following me how much I missed them." Watch the full conversation, below. Celebrities Who Opened Up About Mental Health Source: Selena Gomez Gets Candid About the Loneliness, Depression She Experienced During Quarantine Filed Under: selena gomez	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line895
__label__wiki	0.753847	0.753847	Gross vs. Gilman announced for WRTC Underground 2 Seth Gross and Thomas Gilman will meet at WRTC Underground 2 (Photos/Tony Rotundo, WrestlersAreWarriors.com) Less than a week after WRTC Underground 1 concluded, the first match has been announced for WRTC Underground 2: Seth Gross vs. Thomas Gilman. Both Gross and Gilman are Olympic hopefuls at 57 kilograms. The event is set for Wednesday, Dec. 16, and will be streamed live on Rokfin. This is one you won't want to miss!@GodsWrestler133 vs. @thomasgilmanusa on Dec 16th! Underground 2 on Rokfin - https://t.co/SUYmHkgZAU pic.twitter.com/riSn9ZOOQV �" Wisconsin RTC (@WiscRTC) November 29, 2020 Gross is coming off a 10-7 victory over rival Bryce Meredith at WRTC Underground 1. He was an NCAA champion and three-time All-American while competing for South Dakota State and Wisconsin. Gross won a gold medal at the Bill Farrell Memorial in 2019 and has qualified for the Olympic Team Trials. Gilman, who now trains at the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club, captured a silver medal at the 2017 World Championships in Paris. He has earned medals international such as the Ivan Yarygin and Pan American Championships. Gilman was a three-time All-American at Iowa. He has wrestled in two of the NLWC on Rokfin events, picking up wins over Darian Cruz and Frank Perrelli.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line900
__label__wiki	0.662502	0.662502	DVD ALERT : HART TO HART .. TWO HARTS IN THREE QUARTER TIME .. Delighted to announce that finally Sony is releasing the 1995 TV movie - 'Hart to Hart- Two Harts in Three Quarters Time' in which Joan co-starred with her old friends Robert Wagner and Stefanie Powers. JOAN AS LADY CAMILLA ASHLEY Here is a look at the cover, not very exciting, but glad the film will finally be available... This Movie On Demand release will be available on December 13th.. You can pre-order from a link on side-bar.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : ORCHESTRAL JOAN IS IN A RIGHT ROYAL TRIBUTE! This photo from 1983 features Joan at The Royal Albert Hall during rehearsals for the show 'An Orchestral Tribute To The Beatles', in which she was the host along with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.. The show was filmed for television and video and was attended by The Queen.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : SIMON DARLING! YOUR SPARKLING WIT, JUST NEEDS LITTLE MORE FIZZ! This fun photo features Joan with old friend Simon Williams when they starred together in the play 'The Last Of Mrs Cheyney', which had a sucessful run in Chichester and touring before going into the West End's Cambridge Theatre in 1980 .... BETWEEN THE COVERS : JOAN IS A PROMINENT PART OF JULIAN'S PASSAGE! This week's excerpt comes from the wonderful 2005 autobiography 'A Young Man's Passage' by the fabulous Julian Clary. Julian hit the big time in the 80's on the comedy circuit as The Joan Collins Fan Club. Little did he know then, that many years later he would be co-starring with Joan in panto! Now both are best of friends.. This excerpt from the book relates how Julian came to be The Joan Collins Fan Club.. Up to that point one of his guises was a kaftan wearing faith healer called Gillian Pie-Face! JULIAN AS THE JOAN COLLINS FAN CLUB WITH SIDEKICK FANNY! One day the holdall containing the Gillian Pie-Face costume, wig, props and all was stolen from the back of the van. The thief was probably more upset than I was with his booty. I didn't bother to report it. Gillian was getting on my nerves. I had a bath and thought how I should proceed with the act. Female impersonation wasn't what I wanted to do, but glamour and make-up were. My make-up application had grown particularly extreme, verging on the grotesque. I jumped out of the bath quickly because Dynasty was on. By the time I'd dried myself, all had become clear. I would call myself The Joan Collins Fan Club. Joan was on the cover of every magazine at the time, wearing as much make-up as I did and her character in Dynasty, Alexis Carrington, was the ultimate bitch. Joan's aggressive glamour appealed to me, as did her relentless ability to sell herself. She had a twinkle in her eye, she knew that we knew it was all an illusion, a commercial ruse to earn a fabulous salary with make-up and back lighting. Image was all. The title 'Joan Collins Fan Club' was deliciously self explanatory. JULIAN WITH JOAN AND JACKIE My appearance and my put-downs would be justified and what's more the DSS would never rumble me for earning a bit on the side. I alerted the handful of regular cabaret booking I had to my name change and wrote some new material, which I could brutally if not skilfully weave in with the old. In mock-evangelical style, I welcomed the audience to a Joan Collins convention and offered to sell them the crystallised remains of Joan's own bathwater scum, tastefully packaged and bottled for their convenience. 'A spoonful of this in your coffee each morning could change your life for the better!' There was also the Joan Collins Vanilla Disco Rub - which doubled as desert topping and lubricant! 'Imagine the fun you could have at the tea table, or indeed under it!' .. There was a lot more similar such nonsense. Sometimes the act went reasonably well, but sometimes I left the stage to a mere smattering of 'thank god that's over' applause... JOAN HELPS JULIAN CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY Paul Merton, a comedian who specialised in surreal stories about bus shelters and Marilyn Monroe, came to tea in Kidbrooke one afternoon and helped me write a new section called 'The Joan Collins School Of Acting - for stage, screen and airport terminal.' This involved me plucking a punter from the audience and giving him a vintage Dynasty script to read with me. I was to play the part of Alexis, of course and the hapless punter was Blake. 'My name is Blake Carrington, but you can call me big knob.' Having new material and a proper finale meant I died less often. I was still wearing clothes from the Oxfam shop, but I splashed out on sequins and stiletto heels. Later I progressed to rubber, no creasing and just rinse under the tap when you get home! (c) 2005 ..JULIAN CLARY ... PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN'S A SPY ON AN IMPOSSIBLE MISISON! This photo was used to promote Joan's guest appearance in the classic series 'Misison Impossible'.. where she played the sultry spy Nicole alongside Peter Graves and Martin Landau... PHOTO OF THE DAY : SEDUCTIVE JOAN IS THE ULTIMATE ENGLISH ROSE .. Here is another great shot from a shoot by Harry Langdon for Joan's range of Lingerie in the mid-eighties.. PHOTO OF THE DAY EXTRA : JOHNNY GET'S THE MIDAS TOUCH FROM GOLDEN GIRL JOAN! Here is a lovely photo of Joan with old friend Johnny Gold, founder of iconic London discoteque/night club Tramp. Joan met up with Johnny to talk about the legendary club for BBC2... Check out Johnny's wonderful autobiography 'Tramp's Gold' ... Thank's to Joan for sharing this photo! PHOTO OF THE DAY : NOTICE! - PHARAOH SEEKS TO LAND A PRINCESS! This rare shot features Joan on set of the 1955 epic 'Land Of The Pharaoh's', where she played the scheming Princess Nellifer.. Joan catching up on the latest gossip about herself! PHOTO OF THE DAY : THE BUS IS LATE FOR WAYWARD JOAN! This photo from 1957 features Joan as alcoholic Alice Chicoy in the Fox drama 'The Wayward Bus' also starring Jayne Mansfield and Rick Jason.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN COMES GIFT WRAPPED! This glamorous promo photo signed by Joan, features an alluring pose, surrounded by glittering lame! PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN LOOKS FOXY IN THE COMPANY OF LIONS! This photo from 1958 features Joan arriving for a studio preview of the film 'The Young Lions' starring her pals Marlon Brando, Dean Martin and Montgomery Clift.. The screening was at The Fox Studio Theatre... PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN'S QUEST TO BE A TROLLEY DOLLIE! This rare photo features Joan taking a break from filming the 1971 Sci-fi/Drama 'Quest For Love'.. She plays two characters in the film, one of who, worked as an air hostess! PHOTO OF THE DAY : STYLISH JOAN ALWAYS IN FASHION... This photo is one of many taken for McCall's magazine in the 80's to promote a range of fashions inspired by the 'Dynasty' look... PHOTO OF THE DAY EXTRA : JOAN'S THE CENTER OF ATTENTION AT IVAN'S PARTY.. This lovely photo of Joan was taken at Ivan Massow's recent birthday party.. You can catch Ivan this Sunday on Channel 4 in the UK, as he is the subject of this weeks edition of 'The Secret Millionaire' which screens at 9.00 pm ... BETWEEN THE COVERS REVISITED : REMEMBERING SUE LLOYD.. Here is another chance to read this 'Between The Covers' post, featuring the enigmatic British star Sue Lloyd who died earlier.. Sue Lloyd started out as a ballet dancer, before becoming a supermodel gracing the cover of Vogue, to a film star, appearing in 'The Ipcress Files' with Michael Caine, to starring on tv in the crime series 'The Baron' with Gene Barry.. Sue's last major appearances were on tv's popular daytime soap 'Crossroads', but to fans of Joan she will be known for her portrayal of Vanessa in the cult 70's hits, 'The Stud' and 'The Bitch'.. Sue retired from acting many years ago and spent her time painting art works.. As Joan has known Sue since she was a teenager, Joan is sprinkled throughout the book. This edited exerpt from Sue's wonderful 1998 autobiography combines various passages from the book.... SUE WITH JOAN IN THE STUD 'I blame Joan Collins! If it hadn't been for Joan and her surprise birthday party, I would never have met Edgar Bronfman. I first met Joan and Jackie back in 1959, they were very young, like chalk and cheese. Joan already a star with a few films under her belt, was fine-boned but curvaceous, with very dark, almost black hair, rather like a young Elizabeth Taylor. There was something cool and slightly aloof about her. She carried herself like a big star and some of our friends were rather bitchy about this, but Joan was to have the last laugh. Jackie was quite different. Larger and attractively feline with wild, tawny hair, she was warm and gutsy with a ready laugh. Where Joan was reserved, Jackie was the salt of the earth type. Despite the inevitable sisterly rivalry between them, they were usually together and clearly fond of each other. Joan, Jackie and I had remained friends over the years and shared frequent lunches and dinners. Joan's career was going through a quiet spell just then, but she had found great fulfilment in motherhood. It was funny. I'd never thought of either of these glamorous sisters as the maternal type, yet when their babies came along they transformed before my eyes into devoted mothers. Anyway on the day of the party some of the other secret guests collected me at 7.30 in their car. "Come on Sue", they hustled as I climbed in. "We've got to rush". A paper cup of champagne was thrust into my hand and the car shot off in a westerly direction. "Where are we going?" I asked, brushing Champagne droplets off my skirt. "The airport," they said. "The airport? I thought the party was at Annabel's." "It is" said Henry White, who had organised the car. "Joan's flying in from New York and we are going to pick her up." We reached Heathrow in record time, only to find that the plane, which turned out to be Seagrams private jet, had been delayed. For two hours we hung over the railings drinking champagne from our paper cups until at last the plane touched down. Eagerly we watched every passenger emerge and start down the steps. Not one of them was Joan. I then noticed a tall man with brown blond hair and twinkly blue eyes looking at me. It was Edgar Bronfman, millionaire owner of Seagrams Whisky, which had been started by his grandfather Sam Bronfman, a wily bootlegger. The introductions were made and the tangle sorted out. Joan, it seemed, had been unavoidably delayed and would miss her party, but the rest of us would go on to the celebrations as planned. We would have to hold the party without her. "And you can come with me in my car," said Edgar, taking my arm. For me it was love at first sight. We clicked instantly. Edgar was godfather to Joan's and husband Ron Kass's daughter Katy, who was born on his birthday in June and he was so close to their family, that he let them organize his own son Edgar Jr's 21st birthday party in California. Yet that didn't prevent him sacking Ron from his post at Saggitarius Films just two days later, almost before the party debris was cleared away. It was outrageous, he allowed Ron and Joan to make all the party arrangements and run the bash. By all accounts it was a great success, when the mail arrived the following Monday, containing a letter from Edgar, Joan and Ron naturally assumed it was a thank you note. After I appeared on 'The Two Ronnies', offers of new roles were beginning to flag. Then out of the blue Joan Collins rang me. She was very excited about a project they were putting together. Apparently Jackie, who'd long since given up acting in favour of writing a raunchy novel called 'The Stud' and Joan and Ron wanted to make it into a film. Joan was going to star in it, there would be a role for me if I was interested. "Sounds like it could be fun, Joan," I didn't get too excited at that point. Making movies can be a very disappointing business, so many promising projects fizzle out before they ever see the inside of a studio, let alone reach the big screen. Yet against all the odds 'The Stud' not only materialized, it went on to become a huge success. It was the best selling British film for many many years. It was denounced in some quarters, raved about in others and generally caused a sensation. The intellectuals even described it as the defining film of the seventies. Almost overnight, Joan became a bigger star that she'd ever been in her youth. Oliver Tobias, the stud of the title, went from previously almost unknown to major international hearthrob and I was suddenly flooded with film and TV offers. As for Jackie, she was now queen of raunchy novelists. 'The Stud' caused a furore, we were all taken completely by surprise. "I don't know", said Joan, when we met shortly after the film's release, "Not long ago, none of us could get ourselves arrested. Now it's incredible!" SUE WITH OLIVER TOBIAS AND HIS GIRLS! There was a lot of nudity in 'The Stud', which probably explained some of the fuss. Joan was uneasy about one particular scene, in which she had to sit on s swing above a swimming pool, wearing nothing but black lace panties, stockings and suspenders. The rest of us were supposed to be frolicking naked in the water beneath her. As the scene drew closer, I could see Joan getting more nervous about it. We were shooting at The Sanctuary, an exotic club in London's Covent Garden, so that lunchtime, before the scene began, I took Joan around the local bars for a couple of relaxing drinks to loosen her up. With there been a lot of hostelries in Covent Garden, the upshot was that passers-by might have been surprised to notice two heavily made-up women swaying alarmingly down the streets of Covent Garden in the middle of the afternoon. We might have looked like a couple of drunks at that point, but the scene went off without a hitch and added yet another sensational strand to the film. ORIGINAL PREMIERE INVITE Joan and I remained friends, she was getting married for the third time to Swedish businessman Peter Holm. She had hired a London club for the festivities, sadly the marriage was certainly third time lucky. It was to escalate into a complete disaster which ended in an unpleasant court battle. Joan looked lovely on the day itself, as she always does and I got a fit of giggles when we reached the speeches. Peter's father, an endearingly earnest, very Swedish type, was quite overcome with pride at the glamorous new bride his son had landed. He launched into his speech with enthusiasm. " My lovely Yoe-an. She is so beautiful," he began in a heavily Swedish accent. "I am so pleased she is going to be married to my peter. Yoe-an she say to me: "Make it short. Just make it short". Such a sense of humour, our Yoe-an".... He droned on and on and if you were looking for a word to describe his performance, short would have been the last to spring to mind! The guests were shuffling discreetly, yawns were stifled and out of the corner of my eye, I could see the lovely Yoe-an looking as if she'd like to strangle her new father-in-law. We exchanged looks, I tried to stifle a laugh and Joan hid her smiles behind a glass. When not acting, one of my hobbies is painting personalized murals in the homes of friends. There was a painting of mine installed on one Los Angeles wall, Publicist Jeffrey Lane, an old friend, had moved to LA some time before. He bought Anne Baxter's previous home, as a moving in present I had offered to paint a mural for him, but he had refused, but I decided to create a pastiche Helleu of Joan and signed it "Hello!", as a joke. One day Joan herself was visiting Jeffrey, as they sat chatting, she suddenly glanced up, did a double take at the wall and said. "That's me!" And Jeffrey had to confess that it was. Joan loved the picture so much, that she asked me to do a copy for her. She has it to this day! (c) 1998 SUE LLOYD.. Location:DUBLIN Ireland RIP : SUE LLOYD 1939 -2011 SUE WITH JOAN AT THE PREMIERE OF THE BITCH Sad to hear today that the lovely Sue Lloyd has died.. Sue a good friend of Joan's also starred in the 70's hit film 'The Stud' and 'The Bitch' among many other films including 'The Ipcress Files' as well as many tv shows, notably 'The Baron' and 'Crossroads'... PHOTO OF THE DAY : ROGER DARLING! YOU HAVE A FACE FOR RADIO! This rare BBC photo from 1953 features Joan with interviewer Roger Bernard at a broadcast for the BBC French Service stage and screen programme 'La Chronique Des Spectacles'.. BETWEEN THE COVERS : STEPHANIE'S MANY LIVES FEATURE JOAN! This week's excerpt comes from the brand new autobiography 'Many Lives' by the sensational Stephanie Beacham.. The book published by Hay House is in bookstores on Monday.. 'I had gone to stay in Somerset with my two girls, Phoebe and Chloe. It was summer 1985 and 'Connie' was in the can. We'd gone down to the sea the same day we'd arrived at my parents house. I was standing on the deck in front of the beach hut. Suddenly a vision - I could see red-tiled roofs and a palm tree. And the thought - 'God's going to send me to California, how extraordinary.' Just like that, the vision and the thought, together. I didn't connect it to anything. Later the phone rang, it was my agent Maureen.. 'Something's come up, you may be interested. Can you be back in London the day after tomorrow?' she asked. The producers of 'Dynasty' were auditioning for a role in another series they were producing. Funny - I'd used the programme as inspiration to inject a bit of glamour into 'Connie'. I really wasn't that keen. I thought they were probably after some American star. I agreed and Maureen couriered the audition piece to me and I took it to the beach. Before I'd had the chance to have a proper look, the wind grabbed it. It landed in the sea. I laughed. I wasn't particularly bothered, but I went up to London. When I arrived at the studio where they were taping the auditions, I noticed a sharp tang of adrenaline and perspiration hanging in the air. People had been nervous. This was a big deal, people wanted this desperately. I picked up a script someone had left behind. 'I'm going for this', I thought. A couple of days later, back in Somerset, the phone rang. It was Maureen. The producers wanted to see me in Los Angeles. I was going to Hollywood! STEPHANIE & JOAN WITH GORDON THOMPSON AND TRACY SCOGGINS IN THE FINAL EPISODE OF DYNASTY Getting the part of Sable Colby depended on an interview with Aaron Spelling, the executive producer of 'Dynasty'. I was shown into his office. It was very large and there was an ocean of thick shag carpet I had to wade through, very difficult to accomplish elegantly, before reaching an enormous desk behind which was a small, slim, suntanned Texan with white hair and a sweet smile. 'You're younger than I thought you'd be', he said. 'But much more experienced', I countered. I wanted this. You can't pay school fees for two daughters on the wages from the National Theatre. Aaron's voice a soft Texan twang and then he lifted a large white telephone and said.. 'I'm sending her to wardrobe'. It was straight out of the movies. Within minutes I was being measured by the great designer Nolan Miller and Sable was being brought to life. I was back in Hollywood after a 15 year gap. STEPHANIE WITH JOHN AND LINDA In the television series 'The Colbys', my character was married to Charlton Heston's and Barbara Stanwyck for a sister-in-law and a sister played by Katharine Ross. First day on the set I wasn't nervous until I thought.. 'That's Barbara Stanwyck and this is Hollywood'. Later that day I had a scene with Linda Evans. I'm completely deaf in my right ear. The shot had been blocked with Linda standing on my right. I couldn't hear my cue. I swapped sides. Linda was very gracious about it. I had to take a glass of Champagne from a tray a waiter was carrying with my left hand. I was really nervous. My hand was trembling so I thought it seemed wiser to take the glass with my right. I had to re-orchestrate the whole scene. I thought, 'Don't start justifying this, Stephanie, just do what you have to do to survive, be your best'. My first real contact with Hollywood was through Ava Gardner. I co-starred with her and Ian McShane in the film 'Tam Lin' in 1969. We had taken over the Peebles Hydro in Scotland. The place was crawling with crew, equipment and a cast that included Cyril Cusack who was playing my father, Cyril's real life daughter, Sinead Cusack, Joanna Lumley, Richard Wattis and our director, Roddy McDowall. All we lacked was our star. Ava arrived chauffeured like royalty, with her corgis, a gramophone player and a box of Frank Sinatra records. He'd been her third and last husband and though divorced, their love never died. I stayed in my room when she arrived. I thought she'd have more important people to meet. It was a mistake, she felt snubbed. She wanted to meet her young co-star. We made up, though, and became friends. She was a lovely person to work with, she mentored me and I was hungry to learn from her. She'd get me to stand on a box during scenes in which we had dialogue. I asked her why. 'The lights are far kinder to the older face when it's looking up rather than down, bags under the eyes - gone!' She knew all the tricks. STEPHANIE WITH JOAN AND MICHAEL NADER I remembered this trick when on the set of 'Dynasty' one day, when we were doing close-ups. Just as we were about to go for a take, Joan in full regalia, as her character Alexis Colby, kicked her shoes off. 'Oh my feet, they're so sore', she said, with a huge sigh. Without her heels my eye-line was going to be considerably lower. 'Oh gosh', I said, 'I so know what you mean'. I looked at her discarded shoes and measured up the heel in my mind. 'Could we have a four-and-a-half-inch pancake- techie speak for what's essentially a box- for Miss Collins, please?' I asked the chippies... I was also in Jackie Collin's 'Lucky Chances'.When we met, Jackie said..'I don't know if I should be talking to you!'.. I'd played a writer called Vicki Sprantz in 'Troop Beverly Hills'. It was obvious I'd based her on Jackie. I wore every sort of animal print I could! (c) 2011 STEPHANIE BEACHAM .. PHOTO OF THE : DARLING! DON'T LOOK NOW BUT THERE IS A BITCH UPFRONT! This rare photo features Joan with then husband Ron Kass at a party to celebrate the release of 'The Bitch'.. Joan co-star Michael Coby can be seen wearing a promo t-shirt with the films logo on it.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN'S ON A QUEST FOR PERFECTION! This rare photo features Joan on set of the 1971 sci-fi drama 'Quest For Love'.. Joan is touching up her makeup and having her hair fixed.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN'S A LADY WHO LOUNGES! This photo was one of a series of shots taken to promote Joan's range of lingerie in the 80's ...Joan looks as alluring as ever in this sensational shot... PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN READIES HERSELF TO FACE THE PHARAOH! This rare photo features Joan in wardrobe being fitted for her role of the scheming Princess Nellifer in the epic 'Land Of The Pharaohs' in 1955... PHOTO OF THE DAY EXTRA : JOAN'S A MANHATTAN GIRL AFTER LUNCH.. Here is a candid shot of Joan and Percy earlier today as they take a stroll after lunch in NY .... Joan looking sensational in a purple jacket and matching beret... PHOTO OF THE DAY : SEA WIFE JOAN AT HOME ON DRY LAND! This rare photo from 1956 features Joan on the set of the film 'Sea Wife' reading a film magazine.... PHOTO OF THE DAY : PETER FINDS SISTERS ARE DOING IT FOR THEMSELVES! This rare photo features Joan and Jackie with comedy legend Peter Sellars in 1976 at a party... Not sure of the occasion.. PHOTO OF THE DAY : DARLING! YOU LOOKED BROWNED OFF WITH ALL THIS HANGING AROUND.. This rare photo features Joan and Richard Egan having a smoke break, between takes during the filming of the 1960 bibilical epic 'Esther & The King' ... PHOTO OF THE DAY : PETER STOPS OVER IN TOKYO TO SEE JOAN AND RJ! This rare photo from 1957 features Joan and Robert Wagner taking a break from filming the spy thriller 'Stopover Tokyo' and meeting friend Peter Townsend, a close companion of Princess Margaret... PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN'S A CHEYNEY GIRL! This lovely photo features Joan as Mrs Cheyney in the West End production of 'The Last of Mrs Cheyney' in which she starred with old friend Simon Williams in 1980..... ON THE COVER : THE CHILDREN'S TRUST NEWS ... WINTER 1996 .. This cover features Joan at one of her many charity appearances.... PHOTO OF THE DAY : JOAN IS OPTIMISTIIC OF KATY'S FUTURE! This rare photo from 1973 features Joan and then husband Ron Kass off set as they watch daughter Katy make her film debut in the film 'The Optimists' which starred Peter Sellars and was produced by Ron... EVENT UPDATE : THE CEW UK AWARDS 2011.. MONDAY 10TH OCTOBER 2011 Here are some more photo's from last nights CEW UK ACHIEVER AWARDS in which Joan was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award...Joan looked stunning as ever in a lovely Green Gown.... JOAN DISCUSSES BEAUTY.. JOAN WITH HER AWARD...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line908
__label__wiki	0.803729	0.803729	[The JRB Daily] 2020 Ingrid Jonker Prize for English Poetry shortlist announced July 3, 2020 July 4, 2020 Jennifer MalecLeave a Comment on [The JRB Daily] 2020 Ingrid Jonker Prize for English Poetry shortlist announced The four books shortlisted for the Ingrid Jonker Prize for English Poetry have been announced. The prize, one of South Africa’s most prestigious literary awards, is alternately awarded on an annual basis to a debut volume of poetry in Afrikaans or English, the two languages in which Ingrid Jonker herself wrote. This year’s award is for volumes published in English in 2018 and 2019. Eleven entries were received by the committee. Three of the four shortlisted collections are published by uHlanga Press. 2020 Ingrid Jonker Prize shortlist All the Places by Musawenkosi Khanyile (uHlanga Press, 2019) Everything is a Deathly Flower by Maneo Mohale (uHlanga Press, 2019) Skeptical Erections by Mxolisi Dolla Sapeta (Deep South, 2019) Zikr by Saaleha Idrees Bamjee (uHlanga Press, 2018) The winner will be announced on Monday, 13 July, and will receive R10,000 prize money. The winner of the 2018 edition of the prize was Sindiswa Busuku, for her 2016 collection Loud and Yellow Laughter. According to the rules of the prize the judges have to be published poets, since it is a prize from poets to poets. This year the judges were Vonani Bila, Wendy Woodward and Sindiswa Busuku. Ronel de Goede convenes the Ingrid Jonker Committee. Finuala Dowling is the convenor of the English prize. The other committee members are Vincent Oliphant, Kobus Moolman and Marius Crous. Former chairperson Danie Marais acts as advisor to the committee. About the shortlist All the Places by Musawenkosi Khanyile All the places he goes to remind him of where he comes from. He cannot escape his background; it’s always with him. Like now, seated at a long shiny table in a hotel with colleagues who overlook his township English and laugh kindly at his jokes. He cannot look at his sparkling fork and knife without thinking of holidays spent at his father’s birthplace gathered around a huge bowl of maas with his cousins, digging in with his hands. In his moving debut collection, Musawenkosi Khanyile speaks for the heartache, perseverance and untriumphant triumph of township life. Through snapshots and memories of family and community, centred around the boy- and young manhood of a single narrator, All The Places is a rare and compelling poetic Bildungsroman, with the ambition and scope of a novel, paired with (and pared down to) minimalist and clear-eyed verse. Concurrently original and quintessentially South African, these poems mark Khanyile out as a skilled stylist and storyteller—a frank and important new voice in South African literature. Musawenkosi Khanyile was born in 1991 and raised in Nseleni. He holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology from the University of Zululand, and a Masters in Creative Writing from the University of the Western Cape. His first published poems appeared in an uHlanga magazine released in 2014. He currently lives in Cape Town. This is his first book. Everything is a Deathly Flower by Maneo Mohale take a second, now. breathe // with me. In one of the most anticipated debut collections of recent years, Maneo Mohale reckons boldly with the experience of—and the reconstruction of a life after—a sexual assault. Mohale’s unapologetic and disarming voice carries through a budding and blooming garden of poetics, rooted in a contemporary southern African tradition, but springing forth in queer and radical new directions. Indeed, this is a work encompassing the full, often contradictory, and seldom complete process of healing: where relations must be chosen as well as made; where time becomes non-linear and language insufficient; where nothing is what it seems, yet everything is what it is. Maneo Mohale was born in 1992 in Benoni. Their work has appeared in Jalada, Prufrock, the New York Times, the Mail & Guardian, spectrum.za, and others. They are a 2016 Bitch Media Global Feminism Fellow, and have been longlisted twice for the Sol Plaatje European Union Poetry Award. After living in Canada for five years, they now live in Johannesburg, where they work as an editor and writer. This is their first book. Skeptical Erections by Mxolisi Dolla Sapeta Skeptical Erections is a book of startling visual and verbal imagination. In his poems Sapeta describes the deception and self-loathing prevalent in the people he encounters in his world, including (or perhaps especially) himself. Despite their distortions, however, the characters who come alive in these poems are depicted with respect and compassion. Mxolisi Dolla Sapeta, born 1967, is a full time painter, sculptor, poet, and art teacher, who lives in New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. His work has been widely exhibited in South Africa and overseas. Sapeta taught art for six years at Port Elizabeth College, and now runs art classes in local schools. In 2016 he completed an MA in Creative Writing at Rhodes University. Zikr by Saaleha Idrees Bamjee are not big enough to grasp prayer, my tongue not loose enough to utter them. To be resolute in faith—in God, in oneself—in times of grief and disappointment. To unapologetically assert one’s woman- and personhood in a society that attempts to devalue both. To seek hidden parts of yourself, both new and forgotten, through the memories and words of other people. In Zikr’s beguilingly measured and covertly powerful poems, Saaleha Idrees Bamjee achieves these often difficult tasks. In doing so, Bamjee introduces new idioms and understandings of Muslim identity to South African poetry —yet not through manifesto, nor outright polemic. This is a collection of fine metaphors, concrete turns of phrase, and a refreshing specificity of image, place, and self. Saaleha Idrees Bamjee, born in 1983, is a photographer and writer based in Johannesburg. She has an MA in Creative Writing from Rhodes University and is the winner of the 2014 Writivism Short Story Prize. Zikr is her first collection of poems. Awards / News / Poetry / South AfricaAll The Places Awards Danie Marais Everything is a Deathly Flower Finuala Dowling Ingrid Jonker Prize Kobus Moolman Maneo Mohale Marius Crous Musawenkosi Khanyile Mxolisi Dolla Sapeta News Ronel de Goede Saaleha Idrees Bamjee Sindiswa Busuku Sindiswa Busuku-Mathese Skeptical Erections The JRB The JRB Daily uHlanga Press Vincent Oliphant Vonani Bila Wendy Woodward Zikr Previous Post Previous post: How to make photographs that mattered—The JRB Photo Editor Victor Dlamini remembers George Hallett Next Post Next post: ‘It’s surreal that a coming-of-age story set in Umlazi has found another home in the USA’—International deal for Sifiso Mzobe’s debut novel Young Blood (Plus: Excerpt) Gus Ferguson, 1940—2020, RIP	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line914
__label__cc	0.686444	0.313556	Education savings accounts could bring another school choice showdown to KY by Garris L. Stroud on September 22, 2020 Is another school choice debate getting ready to take the stage in Kentucky? Education savings accounts, or ESAs, may be the heir apparent to Kentucky’s longstanding contention with school choice. According to EdChoice, ESAs “allow parents to withdraw their children from public district or charter schools and receive a deposit of public funds into government-authorized savings accounts with restricted, but multiple, uses.” In other words, for parents looking for options outside of their neighborhood school, ESAs would provide them with access to the education funding that would otherwise go to the child’s school district. That funding could go toward private schooling, online schooling, and a number of other options. In some states, families can even use their ESAs to pay for a combination of public schooling and private tutoring. Because Kentucky does not currently have an ESA program, legislation would be needed to define exactly how families could use them. Currently, only six states (Arizona, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, and Tennessee) have ESA programs, but a push from a new federal initiative called the Commonwealth Educational Opportunities (CEO) PAC, will seek to make Kentucky the seventh. Here’s how the organization describes their mission on their website: We believe that all children should be able to choose the school that best meets their individual needs. Our children need alternatives to the bureaucratic, one-size-fits-all approach. Unfortunately, that opportunity is only available in Kentucky to those who can afford it. Commonwealth Educational Opportunities is a coalition of parents and concerned citizens who advocate for policy change so that our children’s opportunities are no longer limited by their zip code or family’s income. Despite opposition from groups like KEA, a 2018 poll revealed that a majority of Kentuckians — whether Republican, Democratic, or Independent — supported the expansion of school choice. Furthermore, a Courier-Journal article has already detailed how the CEO PAC will seek to elect legislators this November who will endorse school choice legislation such as ESAs, meaning Kentucky may well be gearing up yet again for the school choice spotlight here in the coming months. It won’t be our first. In fact, if history is any indication, ESAs could make for a long, tumultuous battle. The authorization of charter schools became such a contentious issue in 2018 that it arguably led to an ouster of a beloved education commissioner. Then, in 2019, a bill that would have allowed scholarship tax credits became one of the centerpieces of the JCPS teacher walkouts. ESAs may be the third attempt to bring school choice to Kentucky in as many years. Will the third time be the charm? That remains to be seen. In the meantime, you can follow along with all of the action on ESAs in Kentucky with the official hashtag from the CEO PAC, #KYStudentsFirst. Tags:CEOPACKY Commonwealth Educational Opportunities PAC Education Savings Accounts ESAs School Choice ← Hirsch: Making education great again? Overwhelmed by remote teaching? These simple mindset shifts may give teachers a lift →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line919
__label__wiki	0.863893	0.863893	B24S-1044 Engine No. The ultimate specification for Lancia's most sought-after road car An iconic Pinin Farina design that precedes its Ferrari California Spider Stunning and ultra rare Fontana 'low roof' hard top Matching numbers, eligible for world-class events and eminently useable With Fontana 'low roof' hard top 1955 Lancia Aurelia B24S Spider America Coachwork by Pinin Farina “There is no question about it. What still amazes me is how advanced they are even now in terms of road-holding, handling and performance, to say nothing of the extraordinary quality” – Lancia aficionado and collector Dr Michael Coucher speaking in 1989 of his own Aurelia B24 Spider America The brilliant Aurelia was the model that saved the Lancia name in the Fifties. In time, the well-engineered car by Vittorio Jano and Gianni Lancia, with its advanced V6 and transaxle, would earn Lancia a whole new generation of lifelong friends among the world of motoring’s cognoscenti. These were people for whom ownership of an Aurelia became a kind of religion, particularly the B20 GT coupé and Convertible and, most of all, the B24 Spider America. The Lancia Aurelia B24S Spider America The Lancia Aurelia B20 coupé was a landmark design when it was introduced in 1951 and was the first car to carry the letters ‘GT’, for Gran Turismo. It was a remarkably original and technically advanced design by Gianni Lancia and veteran engineer Vittorio Jano, with wonderful styling by Pinin Farina. It had the first series-built, double-overhead-camshaft, alloy V6, an engine mated to a 4-speed transaxle in the rigid, unitary construction body. The new Lancia coupé was raced immediately and proved its competitiveness straight away: Giovanni Bracco and Umberto Maglioli finished second on the 1951 Mille Miglia, beaten only by a 4.1-litre Ferrari 340 America berlinetta. B20 GTs were raced throughout the 1950s. While the first cars had 75bhp, 1991cc, twin-carb engines, in 1953 the third series saw the introduction of a 2451cc version of the V6 with new heads, a new block and a competition-spec camshaft. It only had a single Weber, but power was significantly increased to 118bhp at 5000rpm. Arguably the finest Aurelia was introduced in 1954, the Series 4. The bodywork was changed in detail only but underneath the fastback lay a significant alteration to the rear suspension: a de Dion set-up with semi-elliptic leaf springs. In all, 3,871 B20 GTs were built over six series, with cars succeeding the Series 4 becoming softer and less focused. Production ended in June 1958. The first roadster version of the B20 started life in 1954 on a shortened (2450mm vs. 2660mm) wheelbase and was known simply as the ‘B24 Spider’. ‘America’ was added later, as the US was clearly Lancia’s target market for the car. Many were left-hand drive, signified by the ‘S’ (for sinistra) in ‘B24S’. Like all the best-looking cars, Pinin Farina’s Aurelia B24 Spider was a mixture of masculinity and femininity in exactly equal measure, curves that suggest both tense muscle and soft, yielding allure, plus a futuristic suggestion of a jet fighter’s canopy in its deeply curved screen. The Spider America was only ever built on the chassis of the fourth (and finest) series of the B20 GT and, shorter wheelbase and 110bhp engine aside, was mechanically identical. Due to its light weight it was the fastest of all the Aurelias and handled well courtesy of the Series 4’s de Dion set-up. The generous, plushly upholstered leather seats were the only concession to the North American market. If not downright quick, it was unequivocally a performance car, capable of cruising at 90mph and, thanks to its oversized brake drums, also stopped well. In total, just 240 were produced, only in 1955, of which 181 were left-hand drive. The following year it was replaced by the less sporting and softer B24S Convertible. This Motor Car Chassis ‘1044’ was probably delivered through Max Hoffman’s well-known agency on Park Avenue in New York City. Hoffman was the importer who popularised European sports cars in the American market, the genius who created demand for the 300 SL ‘Gullwing’ and Porsche 356 Speedster. The Aurelia was delivered in Grigio (a very pale grey) with deep red leather. At one stage it was owned by Lancia enthusiast Victor M Ricci of Brooklyn. By the summer of 1963 it was in Illinois, registered to Eunice Griffith who it is believed owned it until 1995 when it was sold via ‘Le Patron’, connoisseur, bon vivant and dealer extraordinaire the late Raymond Milo. His client was another veteran of the classic car world, jeweller, dealer and collector Luciano Bertolero of Turin, Italy – the car’s birthplace. Bertolero had the Lancia restored in his own workshop over a three-year period, including a mechanical and cosmetic overhaul as detailed by a 90-photograph album chronicling progress. He chose the model’s archetypal Azzurro livery for the spyder, with dark blue upholstery and soft top, selling it after completion to Milan industrialist Terenzio Longoni. The latter was then persuaded to part with it by an intermediary for a well-known Los Angeles collector, who kept it from 2001 until it was acquired by the current European owner at the beginning of 2015. Prior to shipping to California, Borrani wire wheels and a Nardi twin-carburettor set-up were fitted at the request of the buyer, and the Lancia saw little use in his collection of rare European sports cars. It was shown at Pebble Beach in 2005 (display only) and has barely been driven, although model expert Tony Nicosia was entrusted to go through it slowly over a period of years correcting and improving minor details as found. The US owner recalled at the time: “Although we had ‘fiddled’ with the brakes, clutch etc over the years, in 2009 I had Tony – for no particular reason other than he was ‘light’ on work at the time – go through the entire brake and transmission systems. $23,000 later he was done. I have detailed billing from him. Over the years I had many other items attended to: restored the Borranis and bumpers, grill work, electrical tidy up etc. Everything I have done is supported with detailed invoices etc. No major engine work done. Various small things over the years. Tony said the engine did not require any work. Obviously, he test-drove the car when he worked on it.” Bills on file dating from the recent past total $108,000 and the car has undergone further servicing work in the current ownership by US specialist Jan Vroboril and Italy's leading Lancia restorer, Gilberto Clerici. It is now EU tax paid and UK registered. Accompanied by an ultra rare Fontana ‘low roof’ hard top, this Italian beauty rivals anything created in Maranello or Modena for aesthetic appeal and drama. Liveried in authentic Fifties’ Lancia colours and maintained by experts, chassis ‘1044’ is ready to reprise the marque’s history of fast, well-engineered, responsive sports cars. It would be a welcome addition to the Mille Miglia retrospective, the lawn at any exclusive concours d’elegance or outside your favourite café in Portofino or St Tropez (where film director Roger Vadim once courted starlet Brigitte Bardot in his). Perhaps no automotive design better sums up La Dolce Vita...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line922
__label__wiki	0.784464	0.784464	02.19.16 February 19, 2016 Pinstripe, a fanciful trip through a father’s worst nightmare by Chris Priestman @CPriestman Teddy isn’t looking so good. Stood in the freezing cold of Hell, his shawl visibly shivering, a crescent of stubble clings to his jaw and chin. This ex-minister is in search of his daughter, Bo, who has been kidnapped by a “strange entity” that claims to be God. Whether he asked for it not, it seems Teddy’s faith is being thoroughly put to the test—his responsibility as a father even more so. This is a snapshot from the upcoming 2D adventure game Pinstripe. Thomas Brush has been slapping paints and computer code all over it for the past four years, intermittently between freelancing and home life. Now, at last, he’s put it up on Kickstarter, where it blitzed past its base funding goal of $28,000 in a small number of hours. This means he’ll be able to concentrate on finishing Pinstripe over the next few months, put a beta build together, and then get it released on Steam for PC this summer. Slap, bang, wallop. Over the years, Pinstripe has evolved from something Tim Burton would probably cough up onto a reel of celluloid to, well, a gruffer version of that. Teddy has always had those inch-thin Jack Skellington legs, but now he has distressed-dad facial hair and religious attire. The blobbier art of the game’s earlier days has transformed too, becoming more stringent, Expressionist—exaggerated straight lines and harsh angles (one tree’s branch is literally a right angle). What this suggests is that, over time, Pinstripe has become more harrowing, harrowing, harrowing! This rings true: Pinstripe used to be about a dead man searching for his wife, now its plot is more desperate and looks to test Teddy’s will that much more. In adapting to his new dadcore makeover Teddy has also gained a shotgun and a puppy called George. The former deals with the screeching monsters and also acts as a rather blunt puzzle-solving instrument. There are other puzzles that take more traditional formats, such as ticking clocks, which presumably have less violent solutions. Or maybe that’s a false assumption. Perhaps Teddy hates clocks. Imagine it now: Him facing a wall-mounted clock, a stern expression on his face. “Fuck clocks” he shouts. Then blows a giant hole into the wall with an almighty bang, afterwards panting heavy with the anger. Teddy’s got it rough, I’m telling you. another aspect worth latching your feelers around is the music As to the puppy, you’ll be pleased to find out that it hasn’t got a violent streak in it at all. Instead, it helps Teddy to find clues that will reveal more about his past. Oh yes, he is in Hell, remember? How he got there is rather slyly omitted in all of the text that describes the game and tells us what it’s about. But it could be that he’s dead. In any case, there is presumably a reason for why Teddy is now an ex-minister, which is surely a ripe topic to dive into between stroking George and kicking the shit out of clocks. As well as the art and the themes of Pinstripe, another aspect worth latching your feelers around is the music, especially as Brush has won awards for his sound work in his previous games, Coma (2010) and Skinny (2011). For Pinstripe, it seems he’s going for a mysterious ambient sound pinched together with classical piano and medieval instruments. It’s a work-in-progress still but you can float your ears over to Soundcloud for an early impression. Currently, Pinstripe is steaming towards its set of stretch goals, which includes an extended level in heaven (already reached), an Adventure+ mode that has new discoveries after the first playthrough, full voice acting for the odd characters you’ll meet, and a mobile version of the game. You can support Pinstripe over on Kickstarter. Chris Priestman Chris is interested in videogames, architecture, and data errors. You'll find him rummaging around in lesser known corners of the internet. adventureKickstarterpinstripethomas brush ← How to Spot a Terrorist: the videogame Fleish & Cherry in Crazy Hotel, a cartoon jab into the past →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line923
__label__wiki	0.528044	0.528044	Browse by Jewellery Type Fine Gold Chains Browse by Gemstone Latest Finds Environment & Packaging Gem & Jewellery Care Jewellery Eras Edwardian 1901-1914 / Arts & Crafts Jewellery Arts & Crafts Jewellery Much like a lot of jewellery output today, the majority of jewellery at the end of the 1800s became mass produced and somewhat repetitive. Jewellery manufacturers across the UK flooded the market with the same designs, and huge amounts of jewellery was produced for commercial gain rather than artistic merit. Both lower and higher end jewellery was affected - price was no barrier to this now mechanised trade. Ironically, nowadays, we adore the Victorian mass-produced jewellery that survives, but at the time a small resistance began to form. The Arts and Crafts movement evolved as an antidote to this wave of industrialised output. It was a revolution which with artistic, social and moral reform at its core. Guilds and Arts Schools were founded upon socialist principles to promote the decorative arts and teach skills arts such as enamelling, engraving, silversmithing and metal working. Artisans and students set up workshops all over the country; understated and predominantly silver jewellery, decorated with pearl, garnet, moonstone, turquoise, rock crystal, opal, amethyst, hardstones and enamel began to be produced. The artist in the Arts and Crafts movement had complete freedom of expression, all jewellery was entirely hand made and its beauty was considered in no way dependent on the value of the materials. Arts and Crafts principles were opposed to specialisation, and while there are some very fine Arts & Crafts pieces like the one pictured by Charles Ashbee, many other pieces may appear a little crude. Having one craftsman do all the work meant it was not only difficult for one jeweller so achieve such a level of diverse skill, but also meant the jewellery piece was far more expensive than a machine equivalent due to the time taken to create it. As a reaction to the trend of shiny and well-matched gemstones in jewellery, faceted stones were rarely used in Arts and Crafts creations. Instead smooth cabochons or uncut stones were favoured in the plain collet setting. Necklaces were the favourites pieces to create, often medieval in feeling with loops or festoons of chains. The enamelling revival was crucial to the Arts and Crafts jewellery movement. These hand painted enamels were of a far higher quality than could be commercially produced. But commercially produced they would become, when designs were bought by Liberty in the early 1900s and produced on a bigger scale and more cheaply. A stereotypical 'peacock' enamel of mingled blue and green on silver became the norm. Of course, once mass production crept in, the principles the movement had been founded on were lost, and the movement slowed pace. Chronologically Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau ran side by side and stylistically there are several comparisons. So it is from here we will move over to Art Nouveau jewellery. Office: +44 (0)207 846 0254 Email: info@kitclayton.com Brilliant Cut Blog Copyright © 2021 Kit Clayton Jewellery / KIC Group Limited, Company No 12509136 \| Member of the National Association of Jewellers	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line926
__label__cc	0.614888	0.385112	Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition Kyi Moe, Aung Zaw Htwe, Thieu Thi Phong Thu, Yoshinori Kajihara, Takeo Yamakawa The decline in rice yields as a result of excessive chemical fertilizer (CF) inputs is a matter of great concern in rice-growing regions of Asia. In two-year’s field experiments, the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) status, growth characteristics and yield of rice were examined by application of poultry manure (PM), cow manure (CM) and compost (CP). Organic fertilizers were applied as EMN (estimated mineralizable N) based on their total N content. Six treatments were assigned in a randomized complete block design: (1) no-N fertilizer (N0); (2) 50% CF (CF50), (3) 100% CF (CF100); 50% CF + 50% EMN from (4) PM or (5) CM or (6) CP Compared with CF100, the CF50PM50 (total N ≥ 4%) accumulated higher N, P and K content in leaf, sheath, panicle and seeds, resulting in greater growth and yield. The CF50PM50 increased yield by 8.69% and 9.70%, dry matter by 4.76% and 5.27% over CF100 in both years. The continuous application of CF50CM50 (total N < 4%) and CF50CP50 (total N < 4%) treatments led to similar NPK contents but higher yields than those of CF100 treatment in 2018. In conclusion, the organic fertilizer (total N ≥ 4%) with the EMN method enhances higher N availability in each year. Continuous application of organic fertilizer (total N < 4%) over two years effectively increased N availability in the second year. The 50% organic fertilizer (total N ≥ 4%) and 50% CF led to increased NPK availability and rice yields over the 100% CF treatment, reducing CF usage and leading for sustainable agriculture. Agriculture (Switzerland) https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture9050109 10.3390/agriculture9050109 Fingerprint Dive into the research topics of 'Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition'. Together they form a unique fingerprint. Fertilizers Medicine & Life Sciences Oryza Medicine & Life Sciences organic fertilizers Agriculture & Biology Oryza sativa Agriculture & Biology fertilizers Agriculture & Biology rice Agriculture & Biology Manure Medicine & Life Sciences calcium pantothenate, carboxymethylcellulose, glycerin, silver sulfameter, xylene drug combination Medicine & Life Sciences Moe, K., Htwe, A. Z., Thu, T. T. P., Kajihara, Y., & Yamakawa, T. (2019). Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition. Agriculture (Switzerland), 9(5), [109]. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture9050109 Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition. / Moe, Kyi; Htwe, Aung Zaw; Thu, Thieu Thi Phong; Kajihara, Yoshinori; Yamakawa, Takeo. In: Agriculture (Switzerland), Vol. 9, No. 5, 109, 05.2019. Moe, K, Htwe, AZ, Thu, TTP, Kajihara, Y & Yamakawa, T 2019, 'Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition', Agriculture (Switzerland), vol. 9, no. 5, 109. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture9050109 Moe K, Htwe AZ, Thu TTP, Kajihara Y, Yamakawa T. Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition. Agriculture (Switzerland). 2019 May;9(5). 109. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriculture9050109 Moe, Kyi ; Htwe, Aung Zaw ; Thu, Thieu Thi Phong ; Kajihara, Yoshinori ; Yamakawa, Takeo. / Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition. In: Agriculture (Switzerland). 2019 ; Vol. 9, No. 5. @article{e45fafaf433d4c63aa605c0d34cc77d7, title = "Effects on NPK status, growth, dry matter and yield of rice (Oryza sativa) by organic fertilizers applied in field condition", abstract = "The decline in rice yields as a result of excessive chemical fertilizer (CF) inputs is a matter of great concern in rice-growing regions of Asia. In two-year{\textquoteright}s field experiments, the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) status, growth characteristics and yield of rice were examined by application of poultry manure (PM), cow manure (CM) and compost (CP). 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The continuous application of CF50CM50 (total N < 4%) and CF50CP50 (total N < 4%) treatments led to similar NPK contents but higher yields than those of CF100 treatment in 2018. In conclusion, the organic fertilizer (total N ≥ 4%) with the EMN method enhances higher N availability in each year. Continuous application of organic fertilizer (total N < 4%) over two years effectively increased N availability in the second year. The 50% organic fertilizer (total N ≥ 4%) and 50% CF led to increased NPK availability and rice yields over the 100% CF treatment, reducing CF usage and leading for sustainable agriculture. AB - The decline in rice yields as a result of excessive chemical fertilizer (CF) inputs is a matter of great concern in rice-growing regions of Asia. In two-year’s field experiments, the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) status, growth characteristics and yield of rice were examined by application of poultry manure (PM), cow manure (CM) and compost (CP). Organic fertilizers were applied as EMN (estimated mineralizable N) based on their total N content. Six treatments were assigned in a randomized complete block design: (1) no-N fertilizer (N0); (2) 50% CF (CF50), (3) 100% CF (CF100); 50% CF + 50% EMN from (4) PM or (5) CM or (6) CP Compared with CF100, the CF50PM50 (total N ≥ 4%) accumulated higher N, P and K content in leaf, sheath, panicle and seeds, resulting in greater growth and yield. The CF50PM50 increased yield by 8.69% and 9.70%, dry matter by 4.76% and 5.27% over CF100 in both years. The continuous application of CF50CM50 (total N < 4%) and CF50CP50 (total N < 4%) treatments led to similar NPK contents but higher yields than those of CF100 treatment in 2018. In conclusion, the organic fertilizer (total N ≥ 4%) with the EMN method enhances higher N availability in each year. Continuous application of organic fertilizer (total N < 4%) over two years effectively increased N availability in the second year. 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__label__cc	0.64585	0.35415	Only Sound This is the new exhibition of ARTELATAM in Ecuador Published: - Nov 11, 2018 Art Ecuador Culture The organization will hold an exhibition of nine Latin American artists in three cities of Ecuador With three years of life, for the first time, the ARTELATAM organization arrives in Ecuador with nine Latin American artists in the exhibition "Sdcphmrm", the conceptual title that is formed from the initial name of each exhibitor. The tour begins in Cuenca, continuing with Guayaquil and Quito. After passing through the South American country it will go to Mexico and it will end in New York. Until December 13, the exhibition can be visited at the Galería Larrazabal Leer en español: ¡Conoce la nueva exposición de ARTELATAM en Ecuador! ARTELATAM is an organization that supports contemporary art expressions and arises from the need to give impetus to visual artists in Latin America, increase their international audience, generate exhibition spaces, gains space and project Latin visual art to the world. The show was curated by Graciela Cartofel, who at the time of carrying it out strongly adheres to the creativity of each of the invited artists in order to show the great diversity that can be found in the works made in Latin America and New York. Cartofel studies the work in order to make the works dialogue, synchronize, generate channels of communication between them and between the artists who own a compelling work. Among the artists that make up the exhibition are: • Pablo Kaviedes and Carlos Torres (Ecuador) • Diego Arnaya, Manuel Velázquez and Roberto Rodríguez (Mexico) • Stella Sidi and Sergio Fasola (Argentina) • Moses Ros of the Dominican Republic • Hermann Mejía from Venezuela Maybe you want to read: Bolivia: Art also celebrates the dead Ros exposes his mobile with a work that moves and comes alive thanks to the interaction between these and the wind. The Argentinean Fasola carries out a photography exhibition where his interest in capturing essentials of the culture of his country is evident, while his compatriot Sidi focuses his work on the issue of migration, what is lived and observed around what is human mobility The Venezuelan Hermann Mejía arrives with paintings that go from the figurative to the abstract where he uses oil and acrylic on the canvas. Manuel Velázquez from Mexico exposes proposals made of wood with a low relief drawing using earth colors and symbolic forms. He also plays with the panels and from these weapon compositions. And the Ecuadorian Carlos Torres exposes his work of painting in acrylic, which will be constituted by the public because one can step on it and the other can be drawn with chalk so the result of this will be the content of the proposal. In 2019 this exhibition may also be visited in other Latin American countries such as Colombia, Peru, Brazil, and the previously named Mexico. LatinAmerican Post \| Ana María Aray Mariño Translated from "¡Conoce la nueva exposición de ARTELATAM en Ecuador!" By Ariel Cipolla What is the revolutionary flipped classroom? Stephen King: the best horror king novels A Wonderful Artistic Display with the Face of 23 Female Artists	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line936
__label__wiki	0.946809	0.946809	Manchester Arena bombing: Mother of victim says her ‘heart snapped’ Heartbroken parents of some of the victims of the Manchester Arena terrorist attack have broken down in court as they recalled the moment they discovered their loved ones had died. Lisa Rutherford, the mother of Chloe Rutherford, 17, said her "heart snapped" when she received a phone call with the news about her daughter. Along with other relatives of the 22 people killed in May 2017, Mrs Rutherford has taken part in an emotional day of testimony at a sentencing hearing for Hashem Abedi – the brother of bomber Salman Abedi. Image: Liam Curry and Chloe Rutherford were among the 22 victims Wiping away tears, and supported by crutches, she said: "We are lost, we are devastated and we feel an overwhelming loss. "Somehow we are expected to get through life without her, without our baby girl, and it just feels impossible. There is always that empty chair where she should be. "Losing Chloe is a physical pain, like nothing I've never felt before, and it never leaves us." Hashem Abedi, 23, was found guilty earlier this year of 22 murders, several more attempted murders and a plot to cause an explosion that would endanger life. More from Manchester Bombing He was in Libya at the time of the atrocity, but a court heard how he had planned it, including buying bomb-making materials, with his brother, who killed himself when he detonated a bomb at an Ariana Grande concert three years ago. Hashem Abedi was not present at his two-day sentencing hearing at the Old Bailey, after refusing to enter the courtroom. The judge, Mr Justice Jeremy Baker, said Abedi had been brought to the court building from prison, but said he was powerless to drag him into the courtroom. He also turned down legal representation. In his absence, families of the victims recounted how the attack had "changed [their] lives forever". Simon Callander's daughter Georgina, 18, was among those killed. In a statement read to the court, Mr Callander said: "I long for the day when I can join my Read More – Source Boy allegedly killed by mother was found with parts of sponge in his throat, court hears Holly Willoughby discusses her dyslexia on This Morning after previously raising concerns about effect on her kids London startups to take fintech unicorn crown from San Francisco	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line944
__label__wiki	0.513729	0.513729	As Apple Inc tops $2trn mark which companies are next in line for the trillion dollar club? Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL) becoming the first company to notch a US$2trn market valuation has brought renewed attention on the upper echelons of the market. But as the growth Apple and the 'FAAANM' group of stocks (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Netflix and Microsoft) has blown the dial on traditional valuation measures, many investors are unsure about whether at current levels the stocks are must-have or should not be touched with a barge-pole. What's more, is the dominance of this group perhaps masking an attractive underbelly of other companies below them? Heavyweights and contenders[hhmc] For context, the record high for the S&P 500 this week has really on the back of this group of just six stocks, with FAAANM the past 12 months has generated a US$2.9trn increase in market cap, or 74% of the market cap gain for the S&P as a whole. Removing those six companies, the market cap of the S&P 500 is no different now from where it was in late January 2018 at just under US$21trn. My favorite picture.. The economy is so bullish for 6 stocks.. pic.twitter.com/tNotDHThxI — Alessio Urban (@AlessioUrban) May 30, 2020 In the trillion-dollar zone, or the tera-caps as some call them, with Apple are Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT), at either side of US$1.6trn, and Google owner Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG), all the way down at US$1.05trn. Facebook Inc (NASDQ:FB) is still well off the trillion-dollar mark, at almost US$750bn, and Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX), at around US$214bn, is a long way from the feasting of the FAAAMN sextet. Next in the Nasdaq list and a big investor favourite of late is Tesla Inc (NASDQ:TSLA), though at US$350bn is affirmably in the second rank of giants. The electric carmarker is on the verge of being added to the S&P ranks, though, with the extra implied boost liquidity that should bring. Widening the outlook outside the Nasdaq, Chinese tech conglomerate Alibaba Group Holdings (NYSE:BABA) at US$707bn is another well on the way to tera-cap status. Warren Buffetts investment company Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK.A) at almost US$500bn is worthy of mention due to its size but, apart from almost a quarter of its value coming from a huge stake in Apple, it does not have the tech va-va-voom that seems likely to double in size in the medium term. Next in line, at US$441bn, is Visa Inc (NYSE:V), which has a fan in Neil Wilson, analyst at Markets.com — “it owns payments and cannot see it doing anything other go up,” he says. Wilson suggests chip makers like near US$300bn Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) and sub-US$100bn rival Advanced Micro Devices Inc (NASDAQ:AMD) as ones to watch, with the caveat that “they have already had a massive run up and are still a fair bit off the $1trn mark”. Ahead of these are tech dup PayPal Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:PYPL) and Adobe Inc (NASDAQ:ADBE), which have both more than doubled over the past two years, as if that even means anything on the Nasdaq these days. How did we get here? And will it last?[hhmc] At the top end the valuations are so eye-waveringly massive, in absolute dollar terms and also in terms of price/earnings ratio, price/sales and other metrics, that it makes it hard for many old school investors to even contemplate. It almost makes no sense to value these companies on fundamental terms. Apple, which has not grown operating earnings in more than two years amid a highly competitive smartphone market backdrop where volumes are falling, yet has added US$1trn of market cap. And Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, says Tesla is even more of a mystery. “I dont get Tesla at all when its market cap is more than that of Toyota which has more than 10x the revenues,” he says, acknowledging other factors specific to this stock, including a massive short squeeze, the effect of an influx of new investors taking advantage of free trading trend sparked by Robinhood and the view that Tesla is more about autonomous driving than it is about EVs. Some analysts say it is quite plausible that 'tera-caps' and the broader technology sector could retain their leadership as long as attractive market fundamentals remained. Other investors argue that backing the dominant tech names is a means of “paying for safety”, though Wilson questions this approach. “If everyone is paying more for safety, then the asset class becomes increasingly less safe as a result if things turn sour,” he says. “Take bonds, the traditional haven – how safe are they at these levelRead More – Source Proactiveinvestors Scotland sees highest daily rise in virus infections in nearly three months Speech: PM address to troops at RAF Akrotiri: 22 December 2017 ‘It looks like MARS’ Frenzy as freak snowstorm turns popular ski resort orange	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line945
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__label__wiki	0.557981	0.557981	Trump Breaks His Silence On Government Shutdown - Life 360 Tips Career Food Wellness Life Love Pets Travel Home Life Trump Breaks His Silence On Government Shutdown Trump Breaks His Silence On Government Shutdown The government shutdown ended after three days and so did President Trump’s silence on the matter. On Monday night, he tweeted: “Big win for Republicans as Democrats cave on Shutdown. Now I want a big win for everyone, including Republicans, Democrats and DACA, but especially for our Great Military and Border Security. Should be able to get there. See you at the negotiating table!” after he signed short-term spending bill to fund the government through February 8. That day is also the deadline for Republicans to vote to preserve DACA. The White House has indicated that the President won’t support a DACA deal if it doesn’t resolve chain migration, the diversity visa lottery and border security. The vote ended a government shutdown, which saw workers furloughed and some government services closed. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said that if Democrats “switched sides,” he would bring forth a permanent fix to DACA legislation within the next three weeks. Trump continued, “I am pleased that Democrats in Congress have come to their senses and are now willing to fund our great military, border patrol, first responders and insurance for vulnerable children. As I’ve always said, once the government is funded my administration will work toward solving the problem of very unfair illegal immigration. We will make a long-term deal on immigration if, and only if, it’s good for our country.” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, however, warned that “the Republican majority now has 17 days to prevent the DREAMers from being deported. If an agreement isn’t reached by February 8, the Senate will immediately proceed to consideration of legislation dealing with DACA. While this procedure will not satisfy everyone on both sides, it’s a way forward.” Schumer said he offered the president an authorization to build a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico in exchange for passing a funding measure with a DACA fix attached, but Trump refused. McConnell explained: “I hope and intend that we can reach bipartisan solutions on issues such as military spending, immigration and border security, and disaster relief before this February 8 deadline. Should these issues not be resolved by the time the funding bill before us expires on February 8, so long as the government remains open it – so long as it remains open – it would be my intention to take up legislation here in the Senate that would address DACA, border security, and related issues.” Democrats continued to battle perceptions that they had “caved” to Republican pressure, with Virginia Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner explaining, “As recently as Friday night, Leader McConnell refused to commit to taking up the DREAM Act with any urgency. Today, Republican leadership has finally agreed to bring bipartisan legislation to protect DREAMers to the floor in the next three weeks, and both parties – as well as the American public – will hold them to it.” Highlighting the struggle for bipartisan agreement, the White House public comment line changed its voicemail message to the following on Sunday: “Unfortunately we cannot answer your call today because congressional Democrats are holding government funding – including funding for our troops and other national security priorities – hostage to an unrelated immigration debate.” Shelley Moench-Kelly Shelley Moench-Kelly is a Tokyo native and published writer and editor. Her experience spans the entertainment, beauty, medical and educational industries and her freelance clients include Google, L’Oreal Paris and... 8 Simple Ways To Eat Healthier In 2021 9 Things That Happen To Your Body When You Eat Superfood Powder Every Day 7 Ways Hand Sanitizer Is Bad For Your Health Everything You Need To Know About Unani Medicine © 2021 Life360.tips - All Rights Reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line953
__label__cc	0.583444	0.416556	Lifeline Global Training Guide We are so excited that you are pursuing the launch of a Malachi Dads or Hannah’s Gift program. God is challenging all of us to take a look at the epidemic of generational incarceration and ask the question “What if...?” What if the church approached imprisoned men and women from an opportunity for discipleship? What if through this discipleship, men and women who were thought to be lost forever were transformed by the Holy Spirit? What if these transformed disciples were to fully engage their roles as Christian mothers and fathers? What if the next revival in the Christian church were to come from behind bars? Sound impossible? In our world it is. But from a Savior who could hold the sun in place, multiply food and raise the dead, it is nothing. Your willingness to join us is helping to build the discussion of “what if....” Do we have enough faith that it could happen? Let me assure you that it is already happening... around the globe. Your work is pushing a movement, giving God the room to maneuver, and transforming the trajectory of families and communities. We are excited you are here. Dr. Romney Ruder President of Lifeline Global Ministries Get the Training Guide "The Hannah’s Gift volunteers didn’t hate or judge me, they embraced me." -Lacey Inside the Guide Lifeline Global’s Story Our Biblical Mandate The Need for Transformation and Reconciliation Battling the Cycle of Incarceration Results and Lifeline Global Ministries Growth Lifeline Global Curriculum Resources Malachi Dads and Hannah’s Gift Planning Steps Using the Gospel Wheel Your Training Guide mentions the use of the Gospel Wheel as a tool to assist you in sharing the gospel. Our friends at Awana have povided a great video explaining how to use it. Usng the link below, you can instantly download a PDF versions of the Gospel Wheel in both English and Spanish. Download the Gospel Wheel PDF Lacey's Story "Nothing about my life seemed redeemable. People in prison I didn’t even know hated me for the crime I committed and I didn’t blame them, I hated myself, too.” Her name is Lacey. She started attending a Hannah’s Gift class last September through the volunteer efforts of our Ministry Partners in Colorado, serving at the La Vista Correctional Facility. She is serving a ten-year sentence for child abuse and neglect. “I walked around with my head toward the ground and spoke very little to other inmates. I didn’t feel I deserved to breathe the same air as other people. I got into the Hannah’s Gift class and began to feel like the dark cloud that was over my life was beginning to lift. I felt loved and accepted, a feeling I had never felt before. The Hannah’s Gift volunteers didn’t hate or judge me, they embraced me. I still didn’t think I deserved forgiveness but I began to pray that God would forgive me and use me to bring glory to the Kingdom of God. The sense of freedom and joy that I feel now is unexplainable. I feel like I can breathe again. I no longer feel sad, ashamed, or depressed anymore because I know that God forgives me.” Lacey’s head is held high now and she is on a mission to share the love of Christ throughout the prison. She carries her Bible with her whenever she can and sits at different tables at each meal so she can share her testimony. She will likely be released sometime in the next 12 months. Her desire is to go to Bible College or Seminary and to become involved in prison ministry. Lacey’s relationship with her mother is rocky, at best, but the Lord is doing a work of restoration. Her prayer is that the Lord will reunite her with her son someday. All glory to our good God! Alicia Reeves Hannah’s Gift at La Vista Correctional Facility A ministry of the women of Front Range Alliance Church, Colorado Springs UPDATE: Lacey was released late in 2019 and now lives in Colorado.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line954
__label__cc	0.692762	0.307238	Smitty's A friend once described Smitty's as a "1950s 'air-conditioned' south St. Louis tavern tucked into a Chesterfield strip mall." We can't argue with that assessment. From its wood-paneled walls to its shuffleboard table and the personalized license plate above the bar reading "I-Gota-P," Smitty's is about as unpretentious a place as you'll find in the far-flung regions of west county. While its great comfort food appeals to a somewhat older crowd during the afternoons (may we suggest the chicken-fried steak and mashed potatoes?), evenings and weekends bring a slightly younger crowd in for Cardinals games on the telly or cover bands playing in the restaurant. As at south St. Louis bars, the draft beers are mostly of the Anheuser-Busch variety, but they do come ice cold. Balaban's Wine and Tapas Bar Mulligan's Grill Kirkwood Ice And Fuel Annie Gunn's Larry's Tavern Smittys Food & Drink 14874 Clayton Road (Chesterfield) Food & Drink Smittys Food & Drink	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line962
__label__cc	0.71461	0.28539	John Joseph Murphy Papers UQFL99 Diaries, correspondence, reports and photographs, relating to Murphy's service in the Australian administration of Papua New Guinea in a number of official positions between 1936 and 1969. Includes material relating to John J. Murphy's book, The book of Pidgin English; also a small amount of family history papers relating to the Campbell, Boyd and Pratt families, including letters from Austin Pratt written after his evacuation from Gallipoli. Murphy, John J. (John Joseph), 1914-1997 Elaine Marlay Papers Papers on the history of dental education in Queensland, dental health and fluoridation of public water supplies. Marlay, Elaine, 1915-1977 Thea Astley Papers Manuscripts, notebooks, correspondence, research notes, literary awards, publishing contracts, diaries, drafts of speeches, some Astley family history material. Astley, Thea James G. Drake Papers Manuscripts, typescripts, photocopies, photographs and painting. Correspondence, essays and articles; material associated with Drake’s publishing activities; invitations, programmes and commemorative souvenirs, etc. newspaper cuttings and cuttings books, notebook and miscellaneous material. Drake, James George, 1850-1941 Australian Institute of International Affairs, Queensland Branch Records Minutes of general and executive committee meetings; Constitution; Correspondence; Lists of members, Circulars and reports from other branches; Lists of members; Financial records; Correspondence and papers concerning public lectures; Publications. Australian Institute of International Affairs, Queensland Branch Lady Phyllis D. Cilento Papers Correspondence, diaries (1969-1975); typescript drafts of Courier-Mail "Medical Mother" column (1951-1979); Australian Home Journal (1965-1973); articles for the Newcastle Sun (1974-1979); drafts of broadcasts for 4BK "Medical Mother" programme; drafts of books; miscellaneous writings; lecture notes; speeches; newspaper cuttings, subject files; journals; books and pamphlets; scrapbook on Mothercraft Association of Queensland; photographs. Cilento, Phyllis, Lady, 1894- University of Queensland English Society Records Manuscripts; typescripts; financial records; newspaper cuttings; proof sheets of publications. University of Queensland English Society Jack Keith Murray Papers Correspondence, pocket appointment diaries, scientific and technical papers, notes, transcripts of lectures, photographs and other material principally relating to Murray's activities in Papua New Guinea. Murray, J. K. (Jack Keith), Sir, 1889-1980 Wienholt Family Papers Manuscripts, correspondence, newspaper cuttings, sketches, photographs, publications. Most of the papers in the collection are by William Wienholt. Wienholt family Nat Phillips Papers UQFL9 Contains play scripts, musical revues, stand-up comedy material, song lyrics, published musical scores, silent film scripts, radio play scripts, theatre programmes, running orders, stage directions and set design drawings, theatre management papers, musicians' union papers, and photographs. Phillips, Nat, 1883-1932	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line964
__label__wiki	0.669393	0.669393	Eclipse Embedded C/C++ The Eclipse Embedded CDT (C/C++ Development Tools, formerly GNU MCU/ARM Eclipse) is an open source project that includes a family of Eclipse plug-ins and tools for multi-platform embedded Arm&... Eclipse SCADA Configurator The Eclipse SCADA Configurator is a set of plugins for the Eclipse IDE that allows creating, modeling and deploying a system wide Eclipse SCADA installation. It provides a EMF based component/in... Foundation Members(active tab) Code RASPIde : IDE for Raspberry PI CodeRASPIde is our small contribution to the IoT and Java Eclipse Community. Features Included Project Wizard for Creating a new PI4J Project Java Project with PI4J Library added to ClassPath ... Application Development Frameworks, IDE, Internet of Things (IoT), Build and Deploy, Rich Client Applications Last Updated on Friday, January 15, 2021 - 10:08 by Annamalai Chockalingam Eclipse C++ IDE for Arduino (No longer maintained, see details) Please consider using The Arduino Eclipse IDE and plug-ins named Sloeber for your future Eclipse CDT powered Arduino development. The Eclipse C++ IDE for Arduino which had been maintained by the... Mobile and Device Development, IDE, Programming Languages, Internet of Things (IoT) Last Updated on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 - 10:17 by Doug Schaefer Eclipse Communications Framework - ECF ECF is a set of frameworks for building networked applications. We provide a modular implementation of the OSGi Remote Services (Chapter 100 in Compendium) and OSGi Remote Service Admin (Chapter 12... Collaboration, Rich Client Applications, Network, Internet of Things (IoT), EclipseRT Target Platform Components Last Updated on Friday, January 15, 2021 - 10:17 by Wim Jongman Last Updated on Monday, February 4, 2019 - 13:50 by Jens Reimann Eclipse SCADA Configurator (Milestone) Eclipse Vorto Eclipse Vorto IoT Plugins comprise Vorto DSL Editors that lets device manufacturers describe device capabilities. The DSL Editors are based on the Eclipse Xtext project providing autocompl... Editor, Languages, Internet of Things (IoT) Last Updated on Friday, January 15, 2021 - 10:15 by Alexander Edelmann Testing, Internet of Things (IoT), Logging, Systems Development, Tools Internet of Things (IoT), Systems Development, Tools, Logging, Testing Tools, Testing, Logging, Internet of Things (IoT), Systems Development Mobile and Device Development, Tools, Systems Development, Internet of Things (IoT), Testing impulse Legacy This solution points to impulse 1 (legacy). impulse 2 is available here. impulse is a powerful waveform viewer and analyser tool, helping engineers to comfortably understand and debug complex... Systems Development, Internet of Things (IoT), Tools, Testing, Logging Last Updated on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 - 10:57 by Thomas Haber Internet of Things (IoT), Systems Development, Logging, Tools, Testing Testing, Internet of Things (IoT), Tools impulse SCOPE Extension This solution is an extension for impulse 1 (legacy). The sigrok project provides a software set that enables various aquisition device types, such as logic analyzers, MSOs, oscilloscopes, multi... Mobile and Device Development, Logging, Internet of Things (IoT) Last Updated on Friday, July 3, 2020 - 10:33 by Thomas Haber Modeling, Modeling Tools, SOA Development, Internet of Things (IoT), Web Services Internet of Things (IoT), J2ME, Tools Last Updated on Thursday, December 20, 2018 - 05:16 by Alexander Burdukov Modeling, Documentation, SOA Development, Web Services, Internet of Things (IoT) IDE, Linux Tools, Systems Development, Tools, Internet of Things (IoT) IDE, Mobile and Device Development, Internet of Things (IoT) Last Updated on Thursday, September 25, 2014 - 09:38 by Missing name Mising name Team Development, Reporting, Collaboration, Tools, Internet of Things (IoT)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line971
__label__cc	0.7091	0.2909	The Best Reunion: Demi Moore And Bruce Willis Get Together To Celebrate Their Daughter's Birthday By Charlyne Baker Once the Hollywood couple Bruce Willis and Demi Moore were examples of an ideal relationship! Unfortunately, after 11 years of marriage, they split up in 1998, leaving the fans heart-broken. But these two can never be apart from each other completely, as they share something very special: Three daughters. Willis and Moore are the happy parents of Rumer, Scout and Tallulah. The movie stars reunited to celebrate their eldest daughter’s birthday! Rumer Willis celebrated her 30th birthday sharing a very special set of family pictures! The shots from the happy event radiate joy they shared! Thanks for making me. 👶🏼 A post shared by Rumer Willis (@rumerwillis) on Aug 18, 2018 at 10:19am PDT The one featuring Rumer being kissed by Demi and Bruce from both sides goes with a sweet caption: “Thanks for making me.” She has a reason to be proud of her two amazing parents, who stay by her side through success and failures. Despite old misunderstandings, Moore and Willis moved on and now they keep a friendly relationship. Demi Moore once revealed how grateful she was for the happy outcome of the divorce with Bruce. “I’m the product of divorced parents, and my brother and I were the pawns in my parents’ game.” The actress could not foresee the future of her own family, but after having experienced separation, she is happy they can build up healthy relationships and keep parenting the three girls. A post shared by tallulah (@buuski) on Aug 16, 2018 at 5:48pm PDT These pictures make us feel so warm inside! They all seem just like a normal happy family! READ ALSO: New Zealand Minister Takes a Bicycle To The Hospital In Order To Give Birth To Her First Baby	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line974
__label__cc	0.679288	0.320712	Jota Quest (BR) - PJ Diniz ARTISTS - GUITAR \| ARTISTS - BASS Mayones Artists Main Page PJ Diniz is the bass player for Brazil’s most successful Pop band ever: Jota Quest. The group was highly influenced by the acid jazz of the group Jamiroquai at the beginning. The band released their first album in 1996 and Sony Music signed a contract with them right away. They have been touring all around Brazil and the world many times since then. Jota Quest is a two times Latin Grammy winner. Their album “Funky Funky Boom Boom” from 2013 had the stellar Nile Rodgers producing and playing the guitar on 3 tracks. That year, their single “Mandou bem”was the biggest selling single of the year. PJ Diniz is a very funky player with a taste for bass effects like synths, phasers and fuzz. His influence on bass players in Brazil on the last 20 years is huge. PJ Diniz is an official endorser for Mayones in Brazil. He plays a Custom Patriot 4 strings and a Wojtek Pilichowski Pi bass. www.jotaquest.com.br PJ Diniz USES Patriot Macassar Ebony 4 Macassar Ebony, PATRIOT	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line983
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__label__cc	0.674623	0.325377	Clinical Training Sites Depending on the clinical site, Harris Program Fellows provide a variety of services, including: Weekly individual, group, and/or parent-child dyadic therapy as well as developmental and other appropriate interventions Complete intake, diagnostic assessments/evaluations, developmental testing Classroom observation Formulate treatment plans Consultation with parents and families about behavioral interventions, parent education, infant/child development Consultation with site staff related to behavior management approaches, postpartum depression, developmental interventions, medication evaluations, and referrals for psychiatric evaluation and/or psychological testing Project CLIMB (Consultation & Liaison in Mental Health & Behavior)/Healthy Steps Project CLIMB/HealthySteps is a collaborative effort between the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the primary care clinics (Child Health Clinic, Young Mother’s Clinic, Special Care Clinic) at Children’s Hospital Colorado to facilitate the early identification and treatment of mental health and behavioral issues within a primary pediatric care setting and to increase access to mental health services in underserved populations. The Child Health Clinic is a pediatric residency training clinic providing more than 32,000 visits annually and serving a diverse patient population, including a significant proportion of families who speak Spanish and other languages. The behavioral health team is led by psychologists and comprised of a transdisciplinary team including psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, postdoctoral fellows, psychiatry fellows, psychology interns, pediatric residents, and staff from the primary care clinics. The team provides developmental interventions, screening and early identification services, consultations, psychosocial and behavioral group and individual interventions, diagnostic assessments, medication evaluations, recommendations for treatment of infants, children and adolescents seen in a primary care setting, and staff consultation and trainings. In addition to direct services, training, and education efforts, our team engages in scholarship, research, advocacy, and policy initiatives. Clinical site supervisors: Drs. Melissa Buchholz, Lisa Costello, Kelly Glaze, Catherine Wolcott, & Ayelet Talmi. Fussy Baby Program As a replication site for the Fussy Baby National Network out of the Erikson Institute in Chicago, The Harris Program was a partner in developing the Fussy Baby Network Colorado program. Designed to help parents struggling with infant crying, the program’s components include a Warmline, a Home Visitation program, and program infusion into the Pediatric Primary Care Clinic in conjunction with Project CLIMB at The Children’s Hospital. Fellows primary responsibilities will include fielding warmline calls, conducting home visits, and implementing the fussy baby program protocol in the primary care setting. (Clinical Site Supervisor: Dr. Karen Frankel) Fellows will be trained/certified in the FAN Model of intervention. Young Moms Clinic Young Mothers Clinic: The Young Mothers Clinic (YMC) at Children’s Hospital Colorado serves adolescent mothers up to age 25 and their children. YMC provides comprehensive and multidisciplinary pediatric and well-woman care, including social work, family/health navigators, and integrated mental health services. The patient population is urban, low income, and racially diverse with high rates of trauma exposure and maternal mental health symptoms. The overarching goals of the program are to reduce repeat pregnancies among adolescent mothers and improve educational and developmental outcomes for adolescent mothers and their children. The integrated behavioral health team is staffed by social workers, a psychologist, a psychiatrist, and trainees from psychology and social work. Behavioral health services offered include staff consultation; medication evaluation and management; developmental, psychosocial and mental health assessment and interventions; and individual psychotherapy. (Clinical Site Supervisors: Drs. Bethany Ashby and Amy Ehmer) PROMISE Clinic The Perinatal Resource Offering Mood Integrated Services and Evaluation (PROMISE) Clinic is a multidisciplinary integrated behavioral health program in the Department of Ob/Gyn at UCHealth. PROMISE addresses the mental health needs of women during pregnancy and the post-partum period in the context of their obstetric care. The patient population is racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse. PROMISE is staffed by an obstetrician, psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, a licensed professional counselor, as well as trainees from these disciplines. PROMISE Clinic provides integrated behavioral health consultation, as well as comprehensive mental health treatment which includes psychological and psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individual, couple, dyadic, and group therapy. Other services include staff consultation and support of maternal mood screening. (Clinical Site Supervisors: Drs. Bethany Ashby and Amy Ehmer) The Cleft Lip and Palate Clinic The Cleft Lip and Palate Clinic is a multidisciplinary treatment team (pediatricians, otolaryngologists, specialists, plastic surgeons, nurses, occupational therapists, social work, speech therapist pediatric dentists, orthodontist, audiologist, genetic counselors,) which specializes in treating the medical, developmental and psychosocial needs of the child with cleft lip and/or palate and their family. The clinic is held 2-3 times per month and sees families for a comprehensive yearly workup. Families usually come to clinic soon after the birth of their baby when the anomaly is discovered, and many of the patients are very young children. The Harris Fellow in this site works as a member of the multidisciplinary team consulting to families and professionals about the psychosocial issues which may arise when for a family with a baby or child with a craniofacial anomaly. Fellows do onsite consultation, evaluations, and referrals for additional services. (Clinical Site Supervisors: Dr. Karen Frankel & Ms. Jamie Idelberg) KidStreet KidStreet is a multidisciplinary program that provides childcare and skilled nursing care for children ages six weeks to four years with special health care and developmental needs. The children receive nursing care, physical, occupational, and speech/language therapy throughout the day. Other services provided include music therapy, consultation with vision therapists, and participation in the prescription pet program. KidStreet serves as a practicum site for nursing, therapy, special education students and medical residents. The program staff interface with primary and specialty providers to coordinate evaluation and care for children enrolled in the program. The Harris Fellow provides consultation to the site, supporting children, families, staff, and the program as a whole with infusing early childhood mental health strategies into the care that is provided. KidStreet is located in the Children’s Hospital Colorado’s Health Pavilion. (Clinical Site Supervisor: Dr. Melissa Buchholz) Right Start for Infant Mental Health Right Start for Infant Mental Health is a specialized program at the Mental Health Center of Denver (MHCD), the designated mental health authority for the City and County of Denver and the largest provider of community mental health services in the Rocky Mountain region. Right Start provides outpatient and home-based clinical services to families with children ages birth to five and pregnant individuals. Right Start serves a predominantly low-income, culturally diverse, underserved population experiencing a number of stressors including poverty, involvement with welfare, parental mental illness/substance abuse and other family disruptions. Right Start offers comprehensive, trauma informed, family-focused interventions, as well as case management and psychiatric services. Fellows on the Right Start team will provide relationship-based infant/early childhood mental health services to families in our outpatient clinic. Services include: comprehensive relationship assessment (with training in the Crowell Play Procedure, and the Working Model of the Child Interview), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Circle of Security- Parenting (COS-P) and other interventions as appropriate. The four licensed psychologists on the Right Start team are graduates of the Irving Harris Fellowship. (Clinical Site Supervisor: Dr. Michelle Roy) Healthy Expectations The Healthy Expectations Perinatal Mental Health Program at Children’s Hospital Colorado provides treatment for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders with a focus on the mother, the baby, and the relationship between them. The program serves adult pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with mood or anxiety symptoms and their families. We offer a weekly topic-based therapeutic group (Bearing Hope) for women in the second or third trimester of pregnancy. During the postpartum period, we offer individualized mother and baby therapeutic support in a group setting utilizing the 12-week Mother-Infant Therapy Group (M-ITG) model developed by Roseanne Clark, PhD. Each mom-baby pair in MITG is assigned an individual support therapist for the duration of the group program and parenting partners are invited to join for two group sessions. Medication management with a perinatal psychiatrist is available for mothers enrolled in these group programs. We accept most major insurance plans, including Tricare and all Colorado Medicaid, for these services. Additionally, we facilitate the Mothers and Moods (M&Ms) free mom-to-mom peer support group for postpartum mothers to connect and support each other while navigating the often complex journey of motherhood. (Clinical Site Supervisor: Dr. Jennifer Paul) Warm Connections Warm Connections is an innovative program that combines three proven developmental/mental health approaches and offers them in a setting where no other behavioral health services are available and where thousands of low-income families are seen annually: The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Warm Connections staffs WIC clinics with highly qualified early child, infant and maternal health specialists to: 1) offer preventive behavioral, social-emotional and developmental support using a two-generational, community-based, urgent-concern approach; 2) conduct screening for perinatal mood symptoms and support intervention and referral for positive screens; 3) link WIC participants to resources within the early childhood system of care; and 4) educate and reflectively support WIC educators to work with participants from a trauma- and infant mental health-informed perspective. Such activities aim to improve parental and child emotional health and promote positive development among this underserved population. (Clinical Site Supervisors: Drs. Kelly Glaze and Ashley Sward) The Special Care Clinic The Special Care Clinic at Children's Hospital Colorado is a comprehensive and integrated program that offers both primary care and consultation services to children with chronic medical conditions and special health care needs. This clinic specializes in treating children with special health care needs, including children with genetic disorders, developmental disabilities, complex chronic medical conditions and high-risk newborns. We also care for the healthy siblings of children with special needs. We offer consultation services for children who live at a distance from Denver. The Special Care Clinic also performs assessment and management strategies for community care providers. (Clinical Site Supervisor: Dr. Melissa Buchholz) Harris Program Fellowship Stacey L’hommedieu Building 500, Level 4 Email: harrisprogram@ucdenver.edu	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line988
__label__wiki	0.509964	0.509964	‘I Heard How Much They Were In Pain’: 6-Year-Old Girl Organizes Toy Giveaway For Children Spending Holidays In Hospital Filed Under:Around The Nation OSSINING, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) — A first grader from New York, who spent Christmas in the hospital two years ago, is making sure children in the same situation this year have something to smile about. And, as WCBS-TV’s Alice Gainer reported Monday, there’s a way you can help, too. Six-year-old Stella spent Christmas 2018 in the hospital and described the feeling as, “very sad.” A severe case of tonsillitis landed Stella at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital in Westchester. It was one of many hospital stops that year. “Stella started losing the ability to walk. Her legs started to lose power. That started our journey that year of really going in and out of a lot of hospitals throughout the northeast,” said Jamie Fosgate, her dad. But it was Stella’s Christmas stay that inspired her to do something very special. “She was walking around the hallways and seeing all the kids who were in their beds, and everything else, that didn’t have toys, and it really struck a chord with her,” Fosgate said. “I was in the hospital. I heard how much they were in pain and I just thought when I was healthy again, I decided to save up my money for kids in the hospital,” Stella said. The first grader at Saint Augustine is doing much better these days. “Stella is 100 percent healthy now. We are very thankful. They think it was a virus that impacted her muscle system,” said Jill Frankenfield, her mom. Stella made good on her promise. She saved all of her own money from holidays and chores ($200!) and bought toys last year for the kids at the hospital. This year, she did it again. A Facebook post got the word out and helped them buy about $3,000 worth of toys. LINK: Click here if you’d like to make a donation to the hospital. “Had friends, classmates, family, a lot of support, even from strangers, came out to support us,” said Jill. “Barbie Dolls, Paw Patrol, American Girl Doll stuff,” Stella said. Stella and her family know first hand how much a toy can help take your mind off a hospital procedure. Clearly on Santa’s nice list, what is Stella asking for? “For all the kids having smiles on their faces when they get the toys,” she said.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line993
__label__wiki	0.920881	0.920881	Order Actinomycetales Acidothermales [Actinobacteria, not assigned to order] Actinopolysporales Bifidobacteriales Catenulisporales Cryptosporangiales Frankiales Geodermatophilales Glycomycetales Jatrophihabitantales Jiangellales Kineosporiales Micrococcales Micromonosporales Mycobacteriales Nakamurellales Propionibacteriales Pseudonocardiales Sporichthyales Streptomycetales Streptosporangiales Actinomycetaceae [Actinomycetales, not assigned to family] [Micropolysporaceae] Name: Actinomycetales Buchanan 1917 (Approved Lists 1980) Category: Order Proposed as: ord. nov. Etymology: N.L. masc. n. Actinomyces, type genus of the order; L. fem. pl. suff. -ales, ending to denote an order; N.L. fem. pl. n. Actinomycetales, the Actinomyces order Type genus: Actinomyces Harz 1877 (Approved Lists 1980) Original publication: Buchanan RE. Studies in the Nomenclature and Classification of the Bacteria: II. The Primary Subdivisions of the Schizomycetes. J Bacteriol 1917; 2:155-164. IJSEM list: Skerman VBD, McGowan V, Sneath PHA. Approved lists of bacterial names. Int J Syst Bacteriol 1980; 30:225-420. Stackebrandt et al. 1997 Stackebrandt E, Rainey FA, Ward-Rainey NL. Proposal for a new hierarchic classification system, Actinobacteria classis nov. Int. J. Syst. Bacteriol. 1997; 47:479-491. Anonymous. Notification list. Notification that new names and new combinations have appeared in volume 47, part 2 of the IJSB. Int J Syst Bacteriol 1997; 47:917-919. Emendation accompanied by the inclusion of 1 family in the order. Emendation accompanied by the inclusion of 3 child taxa of rank suborder in the order. Salam et al. 2020 Salam N, Jiao JY, Zhang XT, Li WJ. Update on the classification of higher ranks in the phylum Actinobacteria. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2020; 70:1331-1355. Oren A, Garrity GM. Notification list. Notification that new names and new combinations have appeared in volume 70, part 2 of the IJSEM. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2020; 70:2967-2971. Nomenclatural type of the class Arthrobacteria Cavalier-Smith 2002. Publication: Cavalier-Smith T. The neomuran origin of archaebacteria, the negibacterial root of the universal tree and bacterial megaclassification. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2002; 52:7-76. Nomenclatural type of the class Actinomycetia (Stackebrandt et al. 1997) Salam et al. 2020. Publication: Salam N, Jiao JY, Zhang XT, Li WJ. Update on the classification of higher ranks in the phylum Actinobacteria. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2020; 70:1331-1355. Nomenclatural type of the class Actinomycetes Krassilnikov 1949 (Approved Lists 1980). Publication: Krassilnikov NA. Opredelitelv Bakterii i Actinomicetov. Akademii Nauk SSSR, Moscow, 1949. Nomenclatural type of the phylum "Actinobacteria" (ex Margulis 1974) Cavalier-Smith 2020. Publication: Cavalier-Smith T, Chao EE. Multidomain ribosomal protein trees and the planctobacterial origin of neomura (eukaryotes, archaebacteria). Protoplasma 2020; 257:621-753. Nomenclatural type of the phylum "Actinobacteria" Goodfellow 2012. Publication: Goodfellow M. Phylum XXVI. Actinobacteria phyl. nov. In: Goodfellow M, Kämpfer P, H.-J. B, Trujillo ME, Suzuki K, Ludwig W, Whitman WB (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 5, Springer, New York, 2012, p. 33-34. Nomenclatural type of the subclass Actinobacteridae Stackebrandt et al. 1997. Publication: Stackebrandt E, Rainey FA, Ward-Rainey NL. Proposal for a new hierarchic classification system, Actinobacteria classis nov. Int. J. Syst. Bacteriol. 1997; 47:479-491. Nomenclatural type of the subphylum "Actinobacteria" Cavalier-Smith 2002. Publication: Cavalier-Smith T. The neomuran origin of archaebacteria, the negibacterial root of the universal tree and bacterial megaclassification. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2002; 52:7-76. Boone et al. (2001) assigned this order to the subclass Actinobacteridae Stackebrandt et al. 1997. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Winslow et al. (1920) assigned this order to the class Schizomycetes Nägeli 1857 (Approved Lists 1980). Publication: Winslow CE, Broadhurst J, Buchanan RE, Krumwiede C, Rogers LA, Smith GH. The Families and Genera of the Bacteria: Final Report of the Committee of the Society of American Bacteriologists on Characterization and Classification of Bacterial Types. J Bacteriol 1920; 5:191-229. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Pseudonocardineae Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Streptosporangineae Ward-Rainey et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Micrococcineae Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Propionibacterineae Rainey et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Corynebacterineae Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Micromonosporineae Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Frankineae Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Actinomycetineae corrig. Stackebrandt et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Glycomycetineae corrig. Rainey et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Boone et al. (2001) assigned the suborder Streptomycetineae corrig. Rainey et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Garrity GM, Holt JG. The Road Map to the Manual. In: Boone DR, Castenholz RW, Garrity GM (eds), Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology, second edition, vol. 1 (The Archaea and the deeply branching and phototrophic Bacteria), Springer-Verlag, New York, 2001, p. 119-166. Breed et al. (1957) assigned the family Actinoplanaceae Couch 1955 (Approved Lists 1980) to this order. Publication: Waksman SA. Order V Actinomycetales. In: Breed RS, Murray EGD, Smith NR (eds), Bergey's Manual of Determinative Bacteriology, 7th edition, The Williams & Wilkins Co, Baltimore, 1957, p. 778. Breed et al. (1957) assigned the family Streptomycetaceae Waksman and Henrici 1943 (Approved Lists 1980) to this order. Publication: Waksman SA. Order V Actinomycetales. In: Breed RS, Murray EGD, Smith NR (eds), Bergey's Manual of Determinative Bacteriology, 7th edition, The Williams & Wilkins Co, Baltimore, 1957, p. 778. Prevot (1940) assigned the family "Spherophoraceae" Prevot 1938 to this order. Publication: Prévot AR. Manuel de Classification et de Détermination des Bactéries Anaérobies, 1st ed. Masson, Paris, 1940. Tang et al. (2011) assigned the suborder Jiangellineae Tang et al. 2011 to this order. Publication: Tang SK, Zhi XY, Wang Y, Shi R, Lou K, Xu LH, Li WJ. Haloactinopolyspora alba gen. nov., sp. nov., a halophilic filamentous actinomycete isolated from a salt lake, with proposal of Jiangellaceae fam. nov. and Jiangellineae subord. nov. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2011; 61:194-200. Winslow et al. (1920) assigned the family Mycobacteriaceae Chester 1897 (Approved Lists 1980) to this order. Publication: Winslow CE, Broadhurst J, Buchanan RE, Krumwiede C, Rogers LA, Smith GH. The Families and Genera of the Bacteria: Final Report of the Committee of the Society of American Bacteriologists on Characterization and Classification of Bacterial Types. J Bacteriol 1920; 5:191-229. Zhi et al. (2009) assigned the family Gordoniaceae Rainey et al. 1997 to this order. Publication: Zhi XY, Li WJ, Stackebrandt E. An update of the structure and 16S rRNA gene sequence-based definition of higher ranks of the class Actinobacteria, with the proposal of two new suborders and four new families and emended descriptions of the existing higher taxa. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2009; 59:589-608. Zhi et al. (2009) assigned the suborder Catenulisporineae Cavaletti et al. 2006 to this order. Publication: Zhi XY, Li WJ, Stackebrandt E. An update of the structure and 16S rRNA gene sequence-based definition of higher ranks of the class Actinobacteria, with the proposal of two new suborders and four new families and emended descriptions of the existing higher taxa. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2009; 59:589-608. Zhi et al. (2009) assigned the suborder Actinopolysporineae Zhi et al. 2009 to this order. Publication: Zhi XY, Li WJ, Stackebrandt E. An update of the structure and 16S rRNA gene sequence-based definition of higher ranks of the class Actinobacteria, with the proposal of two new suborders and four new families and emended descriptions of the existing higher taxa. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2009; 59:589-608. Zhi et al. (2009) assigned the suborder Kineosporiineae Zhi et al. 2009 to this order. Publication: Zhi XY, Li WJ, Stackebrandt E. An update of the structure and 16S rRNA gene sequence-based definition of higher ranks of the class Actinobacteria, with the proposal of two new suborders and four new families and emended descriptions of the existing higher taxa. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2009; 59:589-608. This name was subject to a Request for an Opinion. Publication: Oren A. Proposal to designate the order Actinomycetales Buchanan 1917, 162 (Approved Lists 1980) as the nomenclatural type of the class Actinobacteria. Request for an Opinion. Int J Syst Evol Microbiol 2017; 67:3687-3688. Actinomycetaceae Buchanan 1918 (Approved Lists 1980) validly published correct name [Actinomycetales, not assigned to family] artificial parent node of taxa incertae sedis [Micropolysporaceae] preliminary entry that lacks crucial information Parent taxon: Actinobacteria Stackebrandt et al. 1997 Assigned by: Nouioui I, Carro L, García-López L, Meier-Kolthoff JP, et al. Genome-based taxonomic classication of the phylum Actinobacteria. 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__label__wiki	0.780747	0.780747	Contests & Prizes Keyword Search of hopwood Timeline and Upcoming Deadlines About Add-On Prizes Hopwood Awards + Contests Previous Contest Winners Giving to the Hopwood Program All Contests 2020/2021 While in past years we have had two deadlines, due to the ongoing pandemic and remote format classes and activities we changed the way it is done this school year. We are looking forward to getting all submissions by Januray 27th, 2021. A note for students graduating in December: you may still submit to the below contests. However, your deadline for all of the below is December 20, 2020, rather than the January 27th, 2021 deadline. Once you have determined your basic eligibility, please follow the below links to more detailed information on each of the winter contests, or scroll down to view the brief summary of each of the winter contests. Hopwood Contests There are three Hopwood Contests — that is, contests that hold the "Hopwood" name. Click on the names below for more information. Theodore Roethke Prize Hopwood Underclassmen Contests Graduate and Undergraduate Hopwood Awards Non-Hopwood Contests Hopwood has additional contests outside of the main three. Click on the names below for more information. Single Poem Contests Includes: The Marjorie Rapaport Award in Poetry, The Jeffrey L. Weisberg Memorial Award, The Bain-Swiggett Poetry Prize, The Michael R. Gutterman Award, and The Academy of American Poets Awards Roy W. Cowden Memorial Fellowship The Kasdan Scholarship in Creative Writing The Cora Duncan Award in Fiction + The Peter Pratt Award in Fiction The Keith Taylor Excellence in Poetry Award David Porter Award for Excellence in Journalism Brief summary of January 27, 2021 deadline contests (Reminder: your deadline is December 20, 2020 if you are graduating in December) The Graduate and Undergraduate Hopwood Awards are open to all fully-enrolled University of Michigan students (with further eligibility requirements detailed at above link). Genres included in these contests are poetry, nonfiction, short fiction, novel, screenplay, and drama. These are the "big" Hopwood awards, in that there are the most number of genre categories, with the largest number of students eligible, and in that these prizes comprise the majority of the funds given each year. There are five other contests you can submit to in January The Arthur Miller Award is open to UM students with sophomore or junior standing, and is open to submissions of drama, screenplay, fiction, or poetry. Two letters of recommendation by faculty members are required. The Kasdan Scholarship in Creative Writing is open to all fully-enrolled University of Michigan students, and genres included are screenplays and drama. The final judge(s) for this award are at the Kasdan Company. The Cora Duncan Award in Fiction and the Peter Philip Pratt Award in Fiction are both prizes for individual short stories by undergraduate students at the University of Michigan. You may enter stories into these contests that you also submitted to the Hopwood Short Fiction Award, but you may not submit the same story into both the Duncan and Pratt categories. The Keith Taylor Excellence in Poetry Award is a prize for poetry by undergraduate students at the University of Michigan. Applicants should select 3-5 poems, up to 10 pages, to submit to this award. Those poems may also be included in this year's Hopwood Undergraduate Poetry category. Hopwood Underclassmen Contests are open to first- and second-year students (with further eligibility requirements detailed at above link). Genres included in these contests are poetry, nonfiction, and fiction. Roy W. Cowden Memorial Fellowship is open to students with demonstrable financial need (recipients must receive University of Michigan financial aid, along with other eligibility requirements listed at the link above). Genres included are drama, screenplay, nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. There are a number of Single Poem Contests with the December deadline: The Marjorie Rapaport Award in Poetry, The Jeffrey L. Weisberg Memorial Award, The Bain-Swiggett Poetry Prize, The Michael R. Gutterman Award, and The Academy of American Poets Awards. These contests each recognize a single poem, but have separate entry requirements. Please read each page carefully. The Hopwood Award Theodore Roethke Prize recognizes long poems or poetic sequences and is open to all University of Michigan students (with further eligibility requirements at the link above). Click on the gray bottons above for more detailed information about all of these prizes. Undergraduates click here to see the contests that are specifically for you! Hopwood Program hopwoodprogram@umich.edu Promoting Excellence in Collegiate Writing Since 1930	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1001
__label__wiki	0.774693	0.774693	Ken Agyapong's case: Justice Wuni made it 'personal' and committed 'deliberate errors' - Lawyer Tue, 20 Oct 2020 Source: Peace FM Renowned Lawyer Kwame Gyan, counsel for Hon. Kennedy Agyapong in the case of contempt filed against the MP, says the Judge, His Lordship Justice Wuni who was presiding over the matter made it "personal". The Supreme Court Wednesday [October 14, 2020] upheld in part an application for prohibition and certiorari filed by lawyers for the MP. The apex court upheld the order by Justice Wuni for Mr Agyapong to appear before the High Court to answer for contempt, but prohibited him from presiding over the case and also quashed all the proceedings that had been held before Justice Wuni. “The matter should be sent back to the Registrar of the High Court for the Registrar to place it before the High Court differently constituted," the Supreme court held. According to the court, it will give its full reason for the decision on October 20, this year The five-member panel of the court was presided over by Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, with Justices Yaw Appau, Gabriel Pwamang, Issifu Omoro Tanko Amadu and Yonny Kulendi. Counsel for the embattled MP, who also doubles as a law lecturer, held the view that Justice Wuni was trying every possible means to just punish his client without due regard to procedures governing the handling of contempt cases. Speaking on Okay FM’s Ade Akye Abia Morning Show, Lawyer Kwame Gyan accused the High Court Judge of deliberately committing errors during the trial with the intention of punishing his client. “When I realised that the Judge was committing these infractions, I became alarmed and suspicious....these plethora of infractions were clearly deliberate and grave which not checked may lead to a travesty of justice....so I tried to convince him in the courtroom but he wouldn't budge and so the legal team decided to seek the intervention of the Supreme Court to stop the Judge... “When we informed the trial Judge of our decision, he said he will still continue with the case whether we have gone to the Supreme Court to stop him or not,” he asserted. He explained that the Supreme Court has supervisory powers over every adjudicating body including cases presided over by the National House of Chiefs if it receives an application that suggests that there is a deliberate error in the proceedings of any case. According to him, per the ruling of the court, Mr Agyapong is still on trial for contempt over his alleged comments which scandalised the court and brought its name into disrepute. The Registrar at the High Court has been asked to find another Judge at the High Court to preside over the case against Hon. Kennedy Agyapong. “We are waiting for the High Court Registrar to call us and tell us the court and the Judge who has been assigned to preside over the case and as law-abiding lawyers, we will honour the invitation of the Registrar,” he stated.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1007
__label__wiki	0.528014	0.528014	Can Small Businesses Make Money on Google Helpouts? by James A. Martin Google's recently launched service connects experts with consumers who need their help. Is this a golden opportunity for small businesses or yet another online marketing distraction? Sephora offers Google Helpouts. So do Weight Watchers, Rosetta Stone, One Medical, and Redbacon, a Home Depot company. The question is: should your small business marketing plan include Google Helpouts, too? Google launched Helpout Nov. 5. The video-chat service, based on Google Hangout, is designed to connect experts in a variety of professional fields with consumers who need their help. Though many people offer their services for free on Helpout, others charge by the minute or by the hour. For example, a 30-minute English tutoring session with a Rosetta Stone tutor costs $30, or $1 per minute. Google takes a 20 percent cut of all paid Helpouts. Customers and Helpout providers use Google Wallet for financial transactions. How Google Helpout Works In a Google Helpout session, the customer and the expert can see one another via video chat as well as send messages via in-app chat and share their computer screens. You can grant someone remote desktop access during a Helpout too, which would enable, for example, a computer tech expert to diagnose a PC problem you're experiencing. Currently, Google Helpout is for business-to-consumer offerings only. There are plans to add business-to-business Helpouts in the future, according to Google. Google Helpout: Invitation Only Google Helpouts aren't open to everyone at this point. Aside from having a Google+ account, you must receive a Google Helpout invitation code to sign up. You can also request an invitation code. The code links to your Google account, according to a Google Helpout expert we talked to (during a Helpout session), so you can't pass along your invite to a friend. Google Helpout Homepage Once you have an invitation code, create a profile for your business and the services you plan to offer. Tip: Be sure to include important keywords related to your business in your headline, so people searching on Google Helpouts can find you easily. You can also create a short video about yourself and your services, which others will see when viewing your Google Helpout profile. After that, Google will want to qualify you before you can become an official Helpout provider. Google will typically ask a prospective Helpout provider a few questions during a video chat. "We're looking for people with great qualifications and who are knowledgeable about their topic, well spoken and confident," according to the Helpout expert who spoke with us. Helpout Scheduling and No-Shows Once Google green-lights you as a Helpout provider, your Helpout page goes live. You decide your availability for Helpout sessions. You can log into Helpouts at any time and indicate that you're available for a session. Those who are immediately available show up in Helpout search results above others who aren't currently available. You can also allow people to schedule appointments with you through Helpouts. Google allows Helpout providers to charge a no-show cancellation fee, which is typically half the rate you would have received for the scheduled time. If someone booked you for one hour and you charge $50 per hour, the customer would pay a $25 cancellation fee if they don't cancel within 24 hours of the appointment. Can You Make Money With Google Helpout? According to service providers we interviewed, Helpouts are a great way to build your online reputation, expand your services, and develop a client base—both in the U.S. and internationally. Just don't expect to make a lot of—if any—money, especially at first. For one thing, Google Helpouts are still so new, many people aren't aware they exist, says Ben Matlak, a certified strength and conditioning coach from the U.S. who is currently based in South Korea. As a result, there's not a lot of demand yet. Secondly, many Helpout providers offer their services for free. "Originally, I listed my services for a fee," says Matlak. Even though he says his fee was "in the middle range" of health and fitness coaches, he didn't get any takers. As a result, Matlak decided to offer his service for free. His goal: Build up a reputation by gaining a foundation of solid reviews (customers can rate the service providers with comments and up to five stars). Then see if he can get some paying customers through Helpouts. Chris Hubbell, another Helpout provider, makes his living providing tech support. But thus far, he says it hasn't "increased my business at all." Only a few people have paid for a Helpout session, he says, so he currently offers his services for free. As with Matlak, Hubbell says Google Helpout is "a great opportunity to build my reputation and show people the value of my services." Another potential limitation, according to Hubbell, is that some people aren't comfortable with video chat. "I get a lot of people who connect with me, realize it's a video chat, and then hang up," he says. In addition, Google Helpout requires a slight learning curve, especially for people who aren't experienced with video chats, says Hubbell. "Some potential customers just won't go through the trouble to learn it," he adds. While Helpouts won't replace phone calls or email, for some specialized businesses, the face-to-face video chat has potential, Hubbell says. Helpouts' Small Business Benefits Among the benefits, Google Helpouts can help solo proprietors develop new lines of business. Laura Gomez, a career counselor, previously worked in human resources and recruiting. "I thought offering career coaching Helpouts could be a cool way to use my past training as a recruiter for a good cause, helping others with their job search," she said. Also, Gomez noted: "I'm undergoing a bit of a career pivot myself right now. Having recently studied software development, I'm now designing and building a Web app to help job seekers. So (being on Google Helpouts) is a two-birds, one-stone thing for me. I'm conducting research on some of the biggest pain points that job seekers face while building a small side-coaching business." Through Google Helpouts, Gomez says 40 percent of her clients are outside the U.S., and they range from recent college grads to middle managers to top-level executives. She's still trying to figure out the best way to monetize her services, which as of this writing are free. "I'm very comfortable with Google's 20 percent cut," Gomez added. "With Google's expansive reach, combined with such a feature-rich Helpouts platform, 20 percent feels extremely reasonable. I'm excited to be a part of this experience and look forward to seeing how it evolves." Ultimately, Google Helpouts can help small businesses expand their online reputation, develop new lines of service and test them online, and reach new potential clients around the world. Hubbell advises that small business owners might want to give Helpouts a little more time to mature before jumping in. "Right now it's pain-in-the-neck time," he said, "Everyone's still figuring out what Helpouts is or can be. But there's no doubt that down the road, this will be a great way to connect people who need help with those who can provide it." James A. Martin is an SEO copywriter and content marketing specialist based in San Francisco. Follow him on Twitter, @james_a_martin and Google+. This article was originally published on Wednesday Dec 4th 2013 Small Business Marketing With Vine and Instagram Video Small Business Mobile Marketing Strategies That Work DIY Small Business Marketing Materials	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1008
__label__cc	0.656224	0.343776	Fiction September 9, 2016 September 9, 2016 Insinuations Sarah Clayville He loves her in stages. The first one begins with her favorite lilacs from behind the butcher’s shop on Walnut Street and mocha chips so she can make her special cookies for the orphanage. He didn’t even know orphanages existed anymore until he followed her from work and watched her kneel in recklessly strewn woodchips, little indentations like bruises peppering her knee caps. Mae speaks to the children like adults, eye to eye, the way others refuse to do. They swarm her, and his ears turn warm as if they’re actually swarming around him, and at home he runs his hands beneath ice water until he’s washed clean the memory of her. Except in the morning it’s back. The second stage is concealed beneath his jacket. A list of times and places, written quizzically, which only James can decipher. She is a creature of habit, and he withers when he walks by her cubicle and catches the scent of her perfume. He pictures the cloud as a phantasmal road map to her day. In the past month James has willingly given over his routine for hers. He doesn’t miss the heavily dosed espressos or the pull of the weights at the gym. This is satisfaction, to knowingly adopt Mae’s life for his own. She has no idea he’s given it over to her, and that makes it all the better. Her good deeds become his own. When she kneels in the confession booth and he lingers so close that no one notices his shadow over hers, he lets her release of sins rush through him, too. The practice is invisible, and it is the closest that he’s ever felt to another human being. The third stage is a rope woven so tightly it is unbreakable. James wears it as a belt under his blue windbreaker, accompanied with a half-used roll of duct tape smashed and shoved into the pocket of his khakis. He has been carrying these artifacts for several weeks, trying to ignore them in favor of the lilacs and the perfume. This is the layer that physically hurts when he touches it. A hot poker of intention branding him a creep. A stalker. He has never been these things before Mae, always dating nice girls, pretending he sees a future with them. His coworkers call him pal and his mother sends him cards with kittens. He runs the rope against his wrists and tries to remember the rosaries he’s heard the old women at church mutter under their breaths. Mae goes so early in the morning only the grandmothers keep her company, and they have bad eyesight and poor hearing. No one will witness him slipping into the confessional booth. Except in the morning she isn’t there. James races to the orphanage and the gourmet food shoppe, tracing her path from her apartment to the subway and even down the park. He leans his head on the same metal fence where she watches the swans navigate their ill-fitting pond. He closes his eyes and just breathes, a thought rushing into his brain that she has been taken by someone else. It’s a giddy moment, a veil lifted, a puppet severed from its strings. He stumbles at first, feeling his bones break and reshape themselves as he walks the faster path to work. He hasn’t walked his own road in weeks. He covers his face with his jacket in case her perfume lingers in the hallways to the third floor of the office building. James listens for the click of her heels and says a brief prayer into his palm as he pretends to cough. There is nothing but the sound of fingers slipping across keyboards and the air conditioning moaning instructions to keep working. It is mundane and lovely, and James wipes away a tear of freedom. His office is away from the cubicle bank, around the corner flanked by two potted lemon trees that’ve never had the nerve to bear fruit. The door is open as if it’s waiting for James, and he skips inside, landing in his chair and fumbling through his pockets to toss the duct tape into the recycling bin. He has faith that it can be used for better things. “James,” her voice lilts. “I don’t know that we’ve met.” The fourth stage is forgiveness. He forgives her for surprising him, and managing without tape or rope to bind him to his chair as she leans down on his desk, speaking to him as a child, looking him in the eye. He is paralyzed. “Mr. McCann mentioned you’d been experiencing some anxiety. A few missed reports. Things that frankly,” she winks and her eyelashes fan a cool thought under his skin, “aren’t so important. I’m transitioning to the HR department. I got my Masters last year in office therapy. It’s a new initiative, meditation and stress relief. I even came in early to prepare a plan for you.” She lays the plan in front of him, the suggestions and paths he can take, when really, the only path he’s planned for would have landed Mae covered like a blanket with the layers of his love. She sacrificed her morning for him, her confessions and her own meditation at the park. She is giving up her life for his, whether she knows it or not. Sarah Clayville is a high school writing teacher and freelance editor. Her fiction, nonfiction, and poetry have been published in such journals as The Threepenny Review, StoryChord, Central PA Magazine, and Mothers Always Write, among others. She is currently at work on a young adult novel and a short story collection. Find more of her writing at SarahSaysWrite.com or follow her on Twitter at @sarahsayswrite. Someone I Admire	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1012
__label__cc	0.743581	0.256419	A Conflict Of Visions Posted by Frank Shannon \| Oct 14, 2015 \| Top Stories \| 1 In a previous column, Pat Buchanan reminded us that disbelievers in New World Order mythology have long recognized that nationalism is on the rise, led by Communist China. The globalists believed that China was the savior of the global economy, but, Beijing is saying to the world that China will save herself first even if it means throwing others out of the life boat. Trump is telling Americans that we are on our own and don’t look to foreign help to restore America to greatness. Other American leaders have spoken to American greatness or “exceptionalism” – Washington, Lincoln, Roosevelt and Reagan in particular. Each of these men led the country through difficult times, united the nation around a national consensus, and the nation prospered. Each man, in his own era, recognized national unrest, developed a national consensus into a common goal and the nation responded with unity and progress. The nation is once again divided along partisan lines with little agreement on how to go forward. The “Washington Cartel,” has joined domestic and foreign financial and power elites building a global world order. However, most Americans believe they are leading us in the wrong direction. Along come “The Donald” and The Bernie” saying what most Americans have believed for a long time. They say we should take care of America and Americans first and be an example to look up to as we once were. The Washington Cartel is responding to the uprising on the Democrat side by trying to convince Vice President Biden to get in the race to protect the Cartel’s left flank. The Cartel has been very smart by purchasing enough political clout on both flanks to remain in control no matter who wins. Just as our historical leaders have done, “Trumpism” unites conflicting interests into a vision most Americans could coalesce behind. The Donald is creating a vision that the vast majority of Americans share. Once the leaders of each party are known, the many independent voters will support whoever gets behind “Trumpism.” This is what the pundits don’t understand. They think in conventional terms – America will have its “hissy fit.” Messrs. Trump and Sanders will disappear and the cartel’s chosen candidates will emerge. The Washington Cartel may be thinking they miscalculated and are now investing air time and money to take them both down. An example is The Club for Growth, a big player in the Washington Cartel, has pledged a million dollars to run ads against Mr. Trump. So we know “The Club” sees Mr. Trump as very dangerous to their “globalist” vision. So, what is Trumpism? We get a sneak preview in his comment about the Ford Corporation planning to close a plant in the U.S. and move those operations to Mexico. Trump said directly to Ford, “You should reconsider moving those operations to Mexico because you will have to climb a 35% tariff wall if you try selling any of those cars in America.” That was Trump reminding Ford of the Reagan trade policy. If you move operations to Mexico, you should plan on selling all the products to Mexicans. If you want to sell to Americans, you must build your plant here using American workers and American resources to manage your facility. Trump has exposed the globalist lie about shipping manufacturing plants to foreign nations. They said they were doing so to gain a presence in foreign markets. The fact is, the products are being sold overwhelmingly to Americans. The result is fired American workers, U.S. taxes avoided and product/worker safety regulations avoided while pocketing added profits. Trump captured in one sentence what thousands of us in the trade reform movement have tried for decades to express in less precise, more politically correct ways. Today’s punditry may also be miscalculating Trump’s appeal. They focus on his potential loss of women’s and Latino votes. They should be thinking of Trump’s potential appeal to independent voters which could be huge. Trump’s message of domestic jobs will also appeal to many Democrats reminding us of the “Reagan Democrats.” Reagan put this coalition together in much the same way when Japan, in the 1980’s, was doing what China has done today. Reagan stood up for America then and Trump is doing the same now. Many Americans see The Donald as unelectable because of his arrogance, bombast, impolitic manner, lack of diplomacy and downright rudeness. This may have more to do with the coarseness and crudeness of t0day’s American culture than anything else. Maybe in today’s world we need a Trump to talk to us the way many of us behave. Regardless, I am excited to hear any politician speak to Americans about the massive loss of jobs, sovereignty and prosperity the “Washington Cartel” foisted upon America while we weren’t looking. Do I see Trump as a smooth politician? – No. Does he behave the way I think a serious candidate should behave? – No. Will he evolve into a candidate with presidential timber? – Possibly. Does he have the right message? – Yes. Politicians grow and improve themselves through the electoral process – or even once in office. For example, FDR was a divisive figure through the 1930’s, pushing the New Deal down America’s throat. But when war became inevitable he embraced the national interest at a much higher level and became the leader of all Americans. Regardless of who eventually becomes our next president, Trump and Sanders have tapped into the fact that voters are in the mood for a dose of nationalism and the Washington Cartel’s “Globalism” as an organizing principle is in decline. This is why there is a huge divide between visions of the voters and their representatives and why “outsider” is the title de jour. Frank Shannon served in the U.S. Army, was an engineering/operations manager for AT&T for 27 years, was the owner of a small manufacturing business for 23 years, served as Colorado Chair of the Coalition for a Prosperous America and moved to Mesquite in 2013. 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__label__wiki	0.799608	0.799608	David Tennant to join The Hobbit? metrowebukmetroWednesday 12 Jan 2011 3:44 pm As Andy Serkis, Ian McKellen and now Christopher Lee confirm their involvement in The Hobbit, rumours persist that David Tennant will be the next star to sign up for a role. Will David Tennant play an elf in The Hobbit? (Pic: PA) This week a number of Lord of the Rings stars have confirmed they will be reprising their roles for the forthcoming prequel. Ian McKellen and Andy Serkis are returning as Gandalf and Gollum, while Elijah Wood is making a comeback as Frodo Baggins despite the fact his character does not feature in the original book. Today Christopher Lee confirmed he will also be involved, with a statement on his official website saying: ‘Sir. Christopher Lee had been in talks to reprise his role as the wizard Saruman and it now looks certain, providing that he is in good health, that he will be appearing in the movie.’ Meanwhile internet rumours continue to suggest that former Doctor Who star David Tennant will be involved in the film. He has been linked to the project for several months, originally being linked to the role of Bilbo Baggins until Martin Freeman was confirmed for the part. At the time David Tennant quashed the rumours, telling MTV: ‘I’m a bit tall, aren’t I? ‘I know they do things with CGI now, but I’m 6’1′. Hobbits are little. I do have quite hairy toes, though.’ But now Tennant is rumoured to be playing Thranduil the Elvenking, so height won’t be an issue. He is linked to the role on the Internet Movie Database, but has yet to make a statement regarding his involvement in the film. Godzilla vs Kong release date moved up two months Kate Winslet surprised she 'felt good' shooting nude scenes for Ammonite at age 43 Outside The Wire: Who is in the cast of the Netflix movie? Kate Winslet felt ‘bullied’ by ‘physical scrutiny’ after shooting to fame in Titanic Godzilla vs Kong release date moved up two months as other movies face delays Kate Winslet surprised she ‘felt good’ shooting nude scenes for Ammonite at age 43 Ryan Reynolds punches Mark Ruffalo on set in scene for Netflix’s The Adam Project Home › Entertainment › Film	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1018
__label__wiki	0.77408	0.77408	Home Politics I will stand by PDP no matter what happens – Ekweremadu I will stand by PDP no matter what happens – Ekweremadu Ekweremadu The Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, has reacted to rumour he has abandoned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mr Ekweremadu said he is still with the party as he and others are currently working on how to oust the All Progressive Congress in the forthcoming elections. The lawmaker’s commitment to PDP has been brought under doubt since the party primaries that produced former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, as running mate to Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president. Many believed the lawmaker is the highest ranking politician in the South-east and so should be consulted, if not chosen as Mr Abubakar’s running mate. The scepticism was further fuelled by Mr Ekweremadu’s ‘silence’ in the media space since the primaries. Mr Ekweremadu took to his Facebook page to bring the doubt to a conclusion Monday morning. “My attention has been drawn to the orchestrated attempts by some characters to create the impression of a divided house in People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in the coming presidential election. Such characters dish out fake and divisive stories without source on a daily basis and attribute same to me. “While I refuse to be distracted by such cheap blackmail, smear campaign, and extreme propaganda, it is important to reassure our supporters that the PDP is united and focused on wrestling power from the All Progressives Congress, APC. “After the PDP lost the presidency and majority status at the National Assembly in 2015, I made it clear that I would stand by the party, no matter what. It took other party stakeholders and I a lot of efforts, sacrifices, soul-searching, and painstaking negotiations to hold the party together and rebuild it. “If I did not abandon the PDP at its darkest hour, it does not make the slightest sense to say that I abandoned it now that its sun is rising again,” he posted on his Facebook page. The lawmaker added that he is working with Mr Obi and others to ensure the victory of PDP in the elections. He urged his supporters to discard the rumour of his disloyalty. The post reads further: “Meanwhile, I have held separate meetings with our Vice Presidential candidate, Peter Obi and the Chairman, South East Governors Forum, Dave Umahi, to work out strategies for the success of our party and candidates in the coming elections. “We are also setting up a meeting of South East PDP stakeholders by weekend to continue to strategise on the coming elections. I have no doubt that the South East leaders will deliver the region overwhelmingly to the PDP and I expect that other leaders will also do the same in their respective geopolitical zones. “Therefore, I urge our supporters not to be distracted by such propaganda as we approach the critical stages in the coming elections. We should rather focus on delivering the votes to ensure the success of our party.” Mr Ekweremadu is aiming to return to the Senate in his Enugu West constituency in the National Assembly election slated to hold on March 2. The presidential election will hold on February 16 according to INEC timetable. Atiku Abubakar deputy senate president Ike Ekweremadu Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Previous article2019: Gov. Ortom fires back at Buhari over accusation of hate speech Next articleBuratai: When a Soldier leads the fight against corruption BREAKING: APC Sweeps Kano LG Polls Kogi guber: Appeal Court rules in suit challenging Yahaya Bello’s election	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1019
__label__wiki	0.89563	0.89563	Misan[trope]y (Plot)opsy Podcast (Plot)opsy Podcast Episodes (Plot)opsy Podcast Posts Dissent With Modification Podcast Themed Reviews IMDb Bottom 100 IMDb Bottom 100 on YouTube Water Foul Larry Cohen Collection Clerk’s Pick (God)Awful Movies Killer Robot Week Stuart Gordon Spotlight Bargain Bin(ge) Ivy On Celluloid Larry Cohen Collection: “Pick Me Up” June 22, 2015 Gordon Maples 13 Comments Masters of Horror: Pick Me Up Today, I’m going to be taking another stroll through the career of writer/director Larry Cohen with the “Masters of Horror” feature, “Pick Me Up.” “Pick Me Up” was directed by Larry Cohen for the television show “Masters of Horror,” which showcased original work by some of the most famed figures in horror film history. I have already covered two episodes of the series directed by Stuart Gordon: “The Black Cat” and “Dreams In The Witch House.” “Pick Me Up” was written by David J. Schow, who penned such horror flicks as “Texas Chainsaw Massacre III,” “Critters 3,” “Critters 4,” and “The Crow.” “Pick Me Up” was edited by Marshall Harvey, a veteran horror editor and frequent Joe Dante collaborator who also cut “Lake Placid,” “Small Soldiers,” and “Matinee” (among many others). The cinematographer on “Pick Me Up” was Brian Pearson, who also shot the more recent horror flicks “American Mary,” “The Butterfly Effect 2,” and “Into the Storm.” The makeup effects team for “Pick Me Up” included Mike Fields (“Dreams In The Witch House,” “The Black Cat”), Sarah Graham (“The Cabin In The Woods,” “Supernatural”), Margaret Solomon (“Timecop,” “The Black Cat”), and Amanda McGowan (“Sucker Punch,” “Final Destination 5”). The “Pick Me Up” special effects were done by the KNB EFX group, which has worked on “The Walking Dead,” “Maniac Cop 3,” “Army of Darkness,” “The Faculty,” and “Sin City” under the lead of Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger. The rest of the team included Scott Patton (“The Mangler”), Frank Rydberg (“Devil’s Advocate,” “Drag Me To Hell”), Andy Schoneberg (“Dead Heat”), Shannon Shea (“Leviathan”), Wayne Szybunka (“Lake Placid,” “Marmaduke”), Lindsay Vivian (“Sin City”), Grady Holder (“Lake Placid,” “Small Soldiers”), Robert Freitas (“Men In Black,” “Species”), and Michael Deak (“From Beyond,” “The Dentist”). The visual effects for “Pick Me Up” were done by a team that included Sebastien Bergeron (“Tucker & Dale vs. Evil”), Mladen Miholjcic (“Andromeda”), Lee Wilson (“The Fly,” “Videodrome”), and Stephen Paschke (“Watchmen”). The music for “Pick Me Up” was composed by Jay Chattaway, who also did the scores for the Larry Cohen films “Maniac Cop,” “Maniac Cop 2,” and “The Ambulance.” The cast for “Pick Me Up” features frequent Larry Cohen collaborator Michael Moriarty (“It’s Alive III,” “A Return to Salem’s Lot,” “Q,” “The Stuff”), along with Fairuza Balk (“Almost Famous,” “The Waterboy”), Warren Kole (“The Following”), Laurene Landon (“Maniac Cop,” “Maniac Cop 2”), Malcolm Kennard (“The Matrix Reloaded”), Crystal Lowe (“Insomnia”), and Paul Anthony (“Blade: Trinity”). Michael Moriarty does some improvised piano work during a sequence in “Pick Me Up,” much like he did in his audition scene in “Q: The Winged Serpent.” The two dueling serial killers in “Pick Me Up” are named Walker and Wheeler, obviously coined after their modes of transportation: hitch-hiking and an 18-wheeler truck, respectively. As far as highlights go, there is at least one highly memorable murder committed by Walker, in which he strangles a man with a dead snake. Apart from that, deaths are interestingly not emphasized, and a number happen off-screen. More attention is paid to suspense and the serial killers themselves rather than their actions, which I found pretty interesting. “Pick Me Up” features a number of tongue-in-cheek direct references to classic horror movies, including “Psycho” and “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.” The flick also adopts major elements from both of those movies for the plot: the setting of a creepy, remote hotel (“Psycho”), and the presence of a killer hitch-hiker (“The Texas Chain Saw Massacre”). My biggest issue with “Pick Me Up” is surprisingly Michael Moriarty, who seemed more than a bit spaced out to me, like he might have been excessively drunk during the shoot. That might have just been part of the character, but I got the feeling from watching him that that wasn’t the case. Regardless, he is still a scene stealer and has his same quirky charm, but he isn’t on the top of his game. Overall, “Pick Me Up” works with an interesting premise, and both the writing and directing is done with a clear affection for the genre. There are a couple of solid sequences, but I can’t help but feel that it could have been pulled off better. Compared to Stuart Gordon’s “Masters of Horror” episodes, Larry Cohen’s contribution here is a bit lacking. For fans of horror, it is worth checking out, but it is probably skippable for anyone else. b-moviesfilmhorror movieslarry cohenmasters of horrormoviespick me up Previous PostOn Free Speech and RedditNext PostLarry Cohen Collection: “Best Seller” 13 thoughts on “Larry Cohen Collection: “Pick Me Up”” Pingback: C.H.U.D. 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__label__cc	0.746058	0.253942	Home » Crime » This Article Air regulators approve abatement order to minimize Porter Ranch gas leak Posted by Debbie L. Sklar on January 23, 2016 in Crime \| Leave a response Photo via Southern California Gas Co. Southland air regulators Saturday approved a sweeping abatement order aimed at minimizing the three-month-old leak of natural gas from a Porter Ranch-area storage facility. The South Coast Air Quality Management District hearing board voted 4-1 in favor of the order, which comes after four separate meetings in which angry residents voiced concerns to regulators and Southern California Gas Company officials about the feared health effects from the leak at SoCalGas’ Aliso Canyon storage facility. Residents of roughly 2,500 area homes have been relocated by SoCalGas, with about 1,500 other households awaiting relocation, according to the utility. Students at two schools in the area have also been moved to other campuses away from the leak. The Gas Co. first reported the leaking well Oct. 23. Today’s order compels SoCalGas to: -Permanently shut down and seal the well and not inject gas into or withdraw gas from it in the future once the leak has stopped; -Fund an independent health study to assess any potential health effects on residents; -Fund continuous air monitoring to be conducted by SCAQMD and/or a contractor under the agency’s supervision; -Develop and implement an enhanced leak detection and reporting program; -Monitor the leaking well continuously with an infrared camera until 30 days after the leak has stopped; -Provide SCAQMD with data on the amount of gas injected and withdrawn from the facility and information to calculate the total amount of methane leaked; -Submit a plan to notify SCAQMD for notifying government agencies and the public of any reportable releases of air emissions, as defined in the plan; -Report all odor complaints to SoCalGas since Oct. 23 and on an ongoing basis to SCAQMD; -Not use any odor suppressants or neutralizers in an attempt to reduce odors from the leak, unless approved by SCAQMD. The order extends through Jan. 31, 2017, unless SoCalGas completes all requirements sooner. The board will hold a follow-up hearing to review the status of the order on Feb. 20 at a location to be determined in the San Fernando Valley. Gas Co. officials had originally planned as part of the enforcement order to implement a system of capturing and incinerating some of the gas leaking That plan was ultimately scrapped over fears that such a burn-off might spark a catastrophic explosion. Calling Saturday’s vote “better late than never,” Supervisor Michael Antonovich said government regulators have still “failed the residents of Porter Ranch and the state by neglecting to inspect, require or implement adequate safety measures on these antiquated wells.” “The Gas Company must take immediate action to mitigate the catastrophic health impacts and disastrous environmental damage that their negligence and lack of planning has inflicted on the Porter Ranch community,” Antonovich said today. SoCalGas Co. officials have said that they expect to stop the leak by late February, if not sooner, as work on their relief well project is proceeding ahead of schedule. The relief well drilling began Dec. 4 and is expected to reach the bottom of the well at a depth of about 8,500 feet below the surface next month, according to Jimmy Cho, the Gas Co.’s chief engineer. “We are focused on stopping the leak as quickly and safely as possible, mitigating the environmental (impact), and supporting the community,” he said. “Our schedule to control and stop the leak in February is consistent with the updated plan we have submitted to state regulators.” Los Angeles County health officials announced this week they were expanding their monitoring of the gas leak, noting that hundreds of residents have reported health problems such as nausea, headaches and nose bleeds due to additives in the natural gas. They insisted, however, that levels of the carcinogen benzene in the area are still too low to be considered a long-term health risk. —City News Service Air regulators approve abatement order to minimize Porter Ranch gas leak was last modified: January 24th, 2016 by Debbie L. Sklar Posted in Crime \| Tagged air regulators, leak, Porter Ranch, So Cal Gas	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1035
__label__wiki	0.669184	0.669184	Mourning Miriam: A Modern Midrash Rachael Freed Volume 12, Number 1, Spring 2007 Mourning Miriam:A Modern Midrash Rachael Freed (bio) The Israelites arrived in a body at the wilderness of Zin on the first new moon, and the people stayed at Kadesh. Miriam died there and was buried there. The community was without water. Again and again I wrestled with the text: the end of Numbers 20:1 and the beginning of the following verse. It couldn't be right. It announced the time and place of Miriam's death, and moved immediately to the community complaining about having no water. Given that it was Miriam's portable Well that had provided for the community in the desert, perhaps their complaint was a metaphor acknowledging their loss. But I thirsted for more. She was our first female heroine whose claim to fame was beyond others who'd borne sons, the first to be called prophetess (Ex. 15:20). Yet here are Rabbi W. Gunther Plaut's words in his late 20th century Torah commentary: "No official mourning period was observed for her." Did he mean to say, "There is no report here of the mourning period observed for her?" Mourning goes back to Abraham. He buried, mourned and bewailed Sarah (Gen. 23:2). Jacob buried Rachel by the side of the road, marked her grave with a pillar (Gen. 35:20) and grieved for her for the rest of his days. When God gave Miriam a "time out" as a public shaming (Num. [End Page 90] 12:5) the community waited seven (shiva) days for Miriam to return before they journeyed on. Surely they would have done at least that when she died. I read the lines again. The letters of the black fire were clear. There was nothing there about mourning the heroine of the Exodus. I recalled J. K. Rowling's thesis in one of the Harry Potter books. Harry made the words of an old diary reappear though they'd been erased for fifty years. If Harry Potter could do it, well so could I! I would find the missing mourning in the white fire between the final "mem" ending verse 20:1 and the "vov" which begins 20:2. Out of the white fire came a blinding light, and then a series of pictures, like impressionistic paintings. As at Sinai, we were all there, at Kadesh, all a part of the women's community mourning our beloved prophetess. Remember the shiva for the engaging woman who protected her brother's very life, who led us in ecstatic song celebrating God's power after the Exodus; who for thirty-nine years of wandering served as the community's vessel of care and nurture; who was the bearer of the well of water and hope. Profound paintings of communal mourning—I am both humbled and proud to remind you of our experience. As it was written... (Num. 20:1) The Israelites arrived in a body at the wilderness of Zin on the first new moon, and the people stayed at Kadesh. Miriam died there and was buried there. For seven nights the women's community separated from the camp to mourn our loss. We filed silently and solemnly to Miriam's burial place outside the camp at Kadesh. There we rent our clothes, wailed our loss, whispered our love, told stories remembering her—as woman, prophetess, leader, midwife, healer, dancer, and singer. Some celebrated her well of compassion, recalling her nurturing leadership and nourishing love. Others drummed a dirge as they circled her grave, keening, holding hands, swaying and weeping. For others an outpouring of rage and fear: that they wouldn't, couldn't, survive without her. Shekhinah's own sorrowful tears joined ours slaking the thirsty earth atop Miriam's grave and the surrounding desert. Water so uncommon here—our tears transformed that sandy plain into the greenest, most fertile oasis in all the desert. Here wells have continued to spring from [End Page 91] that moment to this, sustaining a lush community of pomegranate trees: each tree commemorating the life of a woman who mourns Miriam. As the sun rose each morning the women returned to the camp, tears drying on our wind...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1043
__label__wiki	0.965649	0.965649	osmo-montesano » Rock » R.E.M. - Daysleeper R.E.M. - Daysleeper mp3 flac download R.E.M. Pop_Rock 1998 Europe Performer: R.E.M. Title: Daysleeper Digital formats: AC3 FLAC AAC ASF MOD TTA WAV In Time: The Best Of . 1988-2003 (UK Version) (2 CD Set). Авторы текста и музыки. Daysleeper, daysleeper. The bull and the bear are marking their territories They're leading the blind with their international glories I('m the) screen, the blinding light I('m the) screen, I work at night. Up is the eleventh studio album by American rock band . released on October 26, 1998 by Warner Bros. It was the band's first album without original drummer Bill Berry, who retired from the group in October 1997. used session drummers and drum machines. move into electronic music-influenced territory after delivering New Adventures in Hi-Fi in 1996 Reveal is the 12th studio album by American alternative rock band . released in 2001 on Warner Bros. After having adjusted to former drummer Bill Berry's departure and releasing Up to mixed response in 1998, . released the more upbeat Reveal, co-produced with long-time collaborator Patrick McCarthy. Up is dominated by keyboards, muted percussion, buried guitars, and moody melodies - only "Daysleeper" finds the group in familiar sonic territory. What's striking about the album is that it doesn't sound like a dramatic departure; even without the ringing guitars, it sounds like . trying to be adventurous and hip. To a certain extent, that's a good thing, since it proves that the band has developed a signature sound more elastic than many would have predicted, and that they are skilled enough to successfully take risks with their sound. Daysleeper is found on the album Daysleeper. Found on more albums: In View: The Best of . 1988-2003 In Time: The Best of . 1988-2003 Daysleeper Gold Collection Up. close. Receiving department, three . Staff cuts have socked up the overage Directives are posted, no callbacks, complaints Everywhere is calm Hong Kong is present, Taipei awakes All talk of circadian rhythm and appears on the album Up (1998) and on the greatest hits album In Time - The Best of . Receiving department, 3 . Staff cuts have socked up the overageDirectives are posted, no callbacks, is calmHong Kong is present, Taipei awakesAll talk of circadian rhythm. I see today with a newsprint frayMy night is colored headache eperDaysleeper. Daysleeper" is a song by American alternative rock band . It was released as the first single from their eleventh studio album Up on October 12, 1998. Sung from the point of view of a night shift worker corresponding with colleagues, "Daysleeper" focuses on the disorientation of time and circadian rhythm in such a lifestyle, leading to despair and loss of identity. Lead singer Michael Stipe developed the song's concept after noticing a sign reading "daysleeper" on a New York City apartment door. YouTube Encyclopedic. Album Name Daysleeper. 3. Why Not Smile (Oxford American Version). 4. Sad Professor (Live in the Studio). Other productions from REM. Collapse into Now. Accelerate. song; daysleeper album;up 1998. nl special thanks to groblas. C Cmaj7 C Cmaj7 receiving. G C Dm Am Em headache. C Cmaj7 C Cmaj7 C Cmaj7 the bull. C Cmaj7 C Cmaj7 C Cmaj7 they're. C Dm Am Em C D I see. 1 Daysleeper (Album Version) 3:31 2 Emphysema (Non Album Track) 4:21 3 Sad Professor (Live In The Studio) 3:59 4 Why Not Smile (Oxford American Version) 3:00 Producer – Pat McCarthy, REM* From the Warner Bros. album "Up". Available on cassette and compact disc (9362471122/4) ℗© 1998 Temporary Music. Administered by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. (BMI) Manufactured and Distributed by Warner Music Australia. A Warner Music Group Company. Digital Audio Technologies Australia 9362 44567 2, 9362-44567-2, W0455CD, WO455CD R.E.M. Daysleeper ‎(CD, Single) Warner Bros. Records, Warner Bros. Records, Warner Bros. Records, Warner Bros. Records 9362 44567 2, 9362-44567-2, W0455CD, WO455CD Europe 1998 CD 44568 R.E.M. Daysleeper ‎(CD, Single) Warner Bros. Records CD 44568 Canada 1998 9 17129-4 R.E.M. Daysleeper ‎(Cass, Single) Warner Bros. Records 9 17129-4 US 1998 9362 44568 2, 9362-44568-2 R.E.M. Daysleeper ‎(CD, Single) Warner Bros. Records, Warner Bros. Records 9362 44568 2, 9362-44568-2 Europe 1998 WBSD22AD R.E.M. Daysleeper ‎(CD, Single) Warner Bros. Records WBSD22AD South Africa 1998 Related to R.E.M. - Daysleeper R.E.M. - Bang And Blame album mp3 flac Seal - 7 album mp3 flac Joe Sample - Invitation album mp3 flac Red Hot Chili Peppers - Tell Me Baby album mp3 flac R.E.M. - Lotus album mp3 flac R.E.M. - Aftermath album mp3 flac Red Hot Chili Peppers - Breaking The Girl album mp3 flac Elvis Costello - The Other Side Of Summer album mp3 flac Red Hot Chili Peppers - Warped album mp3 flac	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1045
__label__cc	0.672513	0.327487	Supporting NHS Procurement Professionals SupplyCast Off Payroll working in the public sector legislation Register and reap the benefits Become a member of the HCSA to gain access to a variety of support tools and services. PDP 2021 Countdown HCSA Job Board All the latest NHS procurement job opportunities See the latest jobs.. Intermediaries legislation changes From April 2017 there are changes to the way the current intermediaries legislation (known as IR35) is applied to off-payroll working in the public sector. Where the rules apply, people who work in the public sector through an intermediary will pay employment taxes in a similar way to employees. Who the changes affect These changes will be relevant to: public authorities who hire off-payroll contractors public sector tax managers, payroll managers, human resources managers and procurement managers agencies and third parties who supply contractors to the public sector contractors who provide their services to a public authority through an intermediary When the changes will happen The reform applies to payments made on or after 6 April 2017, including payments made for contracts entered into before that date. Where work is completed before 6 April 2017 but the payment is made on or after 6 April 2017, the rules will still apply. How the reform works in practice The responsibility for deciding if the legislation should be applied, shifts from the worker’s intermediary to the public authority to whom the worker is supplying their services. Where the rules apply, the fee-payer (the public authority, agency, or other third party paying the intermediary) will calculate Income Tax and primary (employee) National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and pay them over to HMRC. These amounts will be deducted from the intermediary’s fee for the work provided. For further information please refer to the HMRC website: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/off-payroll-working-in-the-public-sector-reform-of-intermediaries-legislation How can you prepare for the change In readiness for the IR35 legislation reform, due to come into force on 6 April 2017, Crown Commercial Service is supporting its customers by outlining some key areas where you will need to consider action to ensure compliance. Current workers on assignment pre 6 April 17: Public authorities must decide if current assignments fall inside or outside the scope of IR35. HMRC has now released its Employment Status Service (ESS) tool to assist with decisions, which can be accessed at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-employment-status-for-tax. Communications with agencies providing limited company contractors must be held to clarify the position of the role after 6 April 2017. If the worker will remain in post after 6 April 2017, you will need to inform the agency through which they are engaged in good time, so that they can make any required changes to ensure compliance. The agencies will communicate your decisions to their limited company contractors. For limited company contractors now classed as inside IR35, the agency will be expected to run a “deemed PAYE” scheme, deducting employer’s NI, employee’s NI, and tax from payments received from Trusts before remitting the remainder to the limited company. Revised limited company contracts should be issued by the agency following any changes of status for the current role/assignment. For the sake of clarity, the existing capped rates set out in the NHS Improvement Agency Rules (and therefore the charge rates on CCS approved frameworks) for limited company contractors and umbrella company workers are deemed to be inclusive of all pay and tax elements; no rate increases for limited company contractors are intended as a result of the changes in IR35 legislation. For limited company contractors outside of IR35, Trusts are advised to keep on file a PDF confirming that status from the HMRC ESS tool as evidence. New assignments post 6 April 17: All new roles and assignments post 6 April 17 should be identified as inside or outside of the scope of IR35 in advance of recruitment. This can then be communicated to the agency and potential candidates ensuring that IR35 compliance is met from the outset of the assignment. Public authorities should consider the employment status rules outlined by HMRC when deciding on this matter; the relevant guidance can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/employment-status. Agencies should be informed of the status of any new roles/assignments and tax and payroll arrangements should be confirmed by the agency. For any questions on the legislation please consult with HMRC via their guidance published at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/off-payroll-working-in-the-public-sector-reform-of-intermediaries-legislation. If you have any questions please contact your CCS Framework Manager at: healthdo@crowncommercial.gov.uk Crown Commercial Service Deputy Head of Supply Chain £7.5 million to digitally schedule shifts and save NHS staff time HCSA RESPONDS TO PUBLIC PROCUREMENT GREEN PAPER Join our mailing list and get news straight to your inbox, simply enter your email into the field below: © HCSA (2016-2018). 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__label__wiki	0.585872	0.585872	The NM Political Report (https://nmpoliticalreport.com/2016/12/05/state-budget-deficit-at-69-million-this-year-could-be-higher-next-year/) State budget deficit at $69 million this year, could be higher next year By Matthew Reichbach \| December 5, 2016 The latest update on the state’s budget situation was filled with negative news, including a large reduction from previous budget projections released in August. The current year’s budget is projected to be $69 million in the hole. For the fiscal year starting July 1, 2017, state budget experts project $300 million less money to spend than the budget in the current fiscal year—which itself saw massive cuts during the special session, with 5.5 percent cuts to most agencies. The update, presented by experts from the Department of Finance and Administration and the Taxation and Revenue Department Monday morning to the Legislative Finance Council, comes a month and a half before legislators go back to work during a regular legislative session to deal with next year’s state budget. During a special session in September and October, the Legislature plugged a $600 million budget deficit that encompassed last year’s budget and the current budget through a combination of tapping into reserves and making cuts. The projections for future years show more likely deficits, including in the budget that legislators will craft in next year’s legislative session. The state constitution requires the legislature to balance the state budget each year. It’s almost a broken record at this point, but TRD Secretary Demesia Padilla and DFA Secretary Duffy Rodriguez said the blame for budget issues lies mostly on a drop in oil and gas activity. The industry woes impact not just direct funding through oil royalties and severance taxes, but also gross receipts taxes, corporate income taxes and personal income taxes. Gross receipts taxes are down in Eddy, Lea and San Juan counties—three counties that depend on oil and gas extraction. Unpaid personal income taxes and closing loopholes in some tax credits could offer a silver lining in future state funding, Padilla said at the hearing. But Senate Finance Committee chairman John Arthur Smith, D-Deming, said the state needs more immediate money. “We need now money,” he told the panel. He said one reason that this year is different from past downturns is a lack of reserves. “We don’t have reserves now,” Smith said. “The challenges are, how do we build reserves?” Those looking for a quick fix from imposing taxes on internet sales similar to brick-and-mortar retail stores won’t see much of a relief. While such taxes would bring in an estimated $20 million in revenue for the state, Padilla said internet sales taxes can only be approved through a change in federal law, either by a vote from Congress or through a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court. Padilla said that retail sales are starting to lag in the state partly because internet sale are doing so well. Rodriguez, meanwhile, said already vetted ideas that did not become law in recent legislative sessions could get a second look in January. One idea was moving some of the cash balances in public school reserves to the state general fund, leaving schools with between 3 percent and 5 percent in reserves, which could generate $120 million for the state. There are $253 million in those reserves currently, according to Rodriguez. That could be part of the solvency package Rodriguez and others will be crafting in the coming weeks. New Mexico’s lagging employment situation is also pushing down the state’s economy. While the state is seeing growth each month in the amount of New Mexicans employed, LFC chief economist Jon Clark said employment is not only not back to 2007 levels, but is even behind numbers in 2005. As of October, 866,000 New Mexicans were employed, compared to 871,000 in 2005. He also noted that the amount of hours worked by New Mexicans who are employed each week has fallen in recent years. In other words, fewer New Mexicans are working and for fewer hours than compared to a decade ago. NM Legislature Demesia Padilla Department of Finance and Administration Duffy Rodriguez A bill designed to lower insurance premiums for state residents on the New Mexico health care exchange is expected to be filed for the 2021 Legislature. The bill is a priority for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and is still being drafted, so not all the details have been worked out. An A-Z guide to the 2021 legislative session View all News articles → Renewable energy bills on tap for the 2021 session The Legislature will be considering a handful of renewable energy-related legislation in the upcoming session. Here are some of the bills we’ll be watching. Clean fuel standard: Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that a clean fuel standard is one of her legislative priorities for the upcoming 60-day session. Environmental bills coming in the 2021 legislative session Bill would halt new fracking permits while state conducts impact studies View all NM Legislature articles → Governor signs revised budget, vetoes items Governors don’t usually sign a budget twice in one year. But this is no normal year. Senate panel trims 2021 budget Latest projections for state budget: $1.1 billion in 'new money' View all State Budget articles → Former Tax and Revenue Secretary charged with embezzlement The New Mexico Attorney General filed embezzlement and other charges against a former Tax and Revenue Department (TRD) secretary Thursday. She had previously resigned amid questions about possible preferential treatment of a former client. Federal agents raid TRD offices Measure to create new ethics commission clears first hurdle View all Demesia Padilla articles → Beyond the compromise: How legislators and the governor balanced the budget with a dirty band-aid For most of this year, the budget was the hottest topic for legislators and the governor. Both branches battled, then came to an agreement no one seems enthusiastic about. Dems eye tax reforms to balance 2018 budget Guv’s office doesn’t keep financial records of contingency fund View all Department of Finance and Administration articles → Projection says $1.17 billion in new money, but analysts urge caution TAOS — The interim Legislative Finance Committee heard the latest rosy budget projections, which show revenues from booming oil and gas activity leading to $1.17 billion in new money for the next fiscal year, bringing total revenue to $7.3 billion. But analysts cautioned the surplus is the result of increasing reliance on oil and gas revenues—which are notably volatile. Cautious optimism as state's budget situation improves Report shows state was double-counting permanent fund money for years View all Duffy Rodriguez articles → Heinrich, Udall praise Obama admin Standing Rock decision Law enforcement board to review how shootings by police officers are investigated	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1061
__label__wiki	0.83957	0.83957	Share this Story: Four charged with first-degree murder of northern Saskatchewan woman PMN News PMN Canada Four charged with first-degree murder of northern Saskatchewan woman LA RONGE, Sask. — Four people have been charged with murder in the death of a woman whose body was found on a highway in northern Saskatchewan. RCMP say the remains of Sheena Marie Billette were discovered a few kilometres north of La Ronge on the early morning of Dec. 23. Four charged with first-degree murder of northern Saskatchewan woman Back to video The 28-year-old was from La Ronge. Police say the four suspects are each charged with first-degree murder. They include Charlie Napthalie Charles, Deborah Maggie Mckenzie, Telsa Jane Mckenzie and Sharise Justice Sutherland-Kayseas. Kandi Rose Ratt is charged with accessory after the fact to murder. Police say Sutherland-Kayseas and the two Mckenzies were arrested in La Ronge Jan. 13. RCMP say Ratt and Charles are still at large and are considered to be dangerous. La Ronge is 342 kilometres north of Saskatoon.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1062
__label__wiki	0.72421	0.72421	Piolo, BB. Joyce canceled Sagada and Banaue shoots Kapamilya A-list actor Piolo Pascual received criticisms after the canceled Sagada shoot with director Joyce Bernal. The said shoot was intended for the State of the Nation of Address (SONA) 2020 of President Rodrigo Duterte that is set to be held on July 27. However, Piolo, Direk Joyce, and the production staff were barred to conduct the shoot. The reason for the local government of Sagada was the health protocol amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Based on the previous report, an official statement from Sagada Rural Health Unit explained what happened. Following this, many netizens easily concluded that Piolo Pascual is a supporter of the present administration just like Direk Joyce Bernal, who has directed the past SONAs of the President. Based on the some articles written, many were shocked upon realizing that the Kapamilya A-list actor is a DDS or “die-hard Duterte supporter”. Despite that other celebrities were also there such as Bela Padilla and Illac Diaz, Piolo was the one who received a lot of bashing online. After getting turned down to shoot by the Sagada Municipal Council, director Joyce Bernal experienced rejection anew, this time from the local government of Banaue. Early this week, the OIC of Sagada COVID-19 task force cited the municipal’s strict quarantine ordinance as their main reason in disallowing Bernal’s team from shooting some scenes there supposedly to be used in the upcoming State of Nation’s Address (SONA). Reports have it the director’s team headed next to Banaue. However, they were refused entry and reportedly escorted out – enforcing an executive order issued by Banaue Mayor Dr Wesley Dulawan prohibiting travel in and out of Banaue up to July 10. Bernal ended up staying at Baguio Teacher’s Camp, which is currently being used as a triage unit for arriving OFWs before transferring to Camp John Hay Manor Hotel. Bernal, who has been directing the President’s SONA since 2018, is yet to release a statement on the matter. Prime Minister announces support for students serving their communities and opportunities to gain paid work experience Piolo Pascual ,the ‘New Pogi at 40’	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1066
__label__cc	0.509593	0.490407	Home Morocco Pasteur Institute of Morocco to Create Unit for Vaccine Production Pasteur Institute of Morocco to Create Unit for Vaccine Production The institute is a leading biomedical research institution in the country and has contributed significantly to Morocco’s fight against COVID-19. The Pasteur Institute of Morocco is set to establish an industrial unit for the manufacturing of vaccines and other biomedical products. The factory will be located in Tit Mellil, near Casablanca. The Pasteur Institute’s Board of Directors approved the project on Wednesday, December 30, during its annual meeting. Minister of Health Khalid Ait Taleb chaired the session. The establishment of the industrial unit seeks to increase Morocco’s ability to meet the national demand for vaccines. The unit will manufacture vaccines against infectious diseases, as well as antidotes against snakebites and scorpion stings. The future facility intends to strengthen Morocco’s position among countries producing biomedical products in accordance with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) standards, said the Pasteur Institute of Morocco in a press release. The project falls within the framework of the institute’s 2019-2023 strategic plan, which seeks to increase the array of services provided by the facility. Read also: Health Minister: Morocco Aims to Supply Moroccan-Made Vaccines to Africa During Wednesday’s meeting, the board of directors also approved the creation of a national expertise center specialized in biomedical analyses. The center will help Morocco better face diseases and epidemics, reducing the country’s dependence on foreign laboratories or resources. Located in Casablanca, the Pasteur Institute of Morocco is one of the country’s leading research centers dedicated to biology, micro-organisms, diseases, and vaccines. It is co-funded by the French Pasteur Institute foundation and the Moroccan Ministry of Health. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in Morocco, the institute was one of only two facilities that received immediate authorization to conduct COVID-19 tests, thanks to the many international certifications it had obtained throughout the years. The recently-approved projects would further strengthen the role of the Pasteur Institute of Morocco and improve the country’s resilience to epidemics. The planned industrial unit in Tit Mellil is very likely to produce COVID-19 vaccines. Morocco is one of the countries that signed an agreement with Chinese pharmaceutical company Sinopharm to locally produce COVID-19 vaccines. Previous articleTunisian officials confiscate two Egyptian boats, fishermen arrested Next articleKing Mohammed VI Exchanges New Year Wishes With ‘Brotherly’ Countries ‘Weaker Boko Haram, New Equipment’: Presidency Lists Security Achievements Le syndicat tunisien des agriculteurs (SYNAGRI) déplore l’absence d’engrais Occupation illicite de la zone aéroportuaire de Bamako : Une vaste... Algeria Refuses to Allow Royal Air Maroc to Repatriate Trapped Algerian... Matokeo rasmi ya uchaguzi Uganda kutangazwa jioni Parents, guardians preparing for the possibility of another year of homeschooling Minister: Morocco’s High Speed Rail Expansion Projects Require $11 Billion India’s Assam State Bans Islamic Schools Ahead of Local Elections	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1069
__label__cc	0.682142	0.317858	Home Thoughts Opinions An Upside-Down World in Which People See Everything Though a Retrograde Lens An Upside-Down World in Which People See Everything Though a Retrograde Lens Nurit Greenger Mon November 9, 2020 Barak Hussein Obama v. Donald J Trump in an upside-down world. To many Americans, Barack Obama was a good, handsome-looking president who spoke well and that’s why the beautiful, willful people loved him blindly. But at the end one realized he really said nothing, and it was above their grade to understand they did not understand what he said. Obama versus Trump. Cartoon by NewsBlaze. I have Some Jewish Friends In the middle of his presidential term, Obama said something defining about the Jews that didn’t get much attention nor resonance. Obama said that he has a close Jewish friend, [some of my friends are Jews … kind of a remark] a reform Jew he claimed to admire and love. A Rabbi who talks about correcting the world [Tikun Olam], about equality and love, about enlightenment and peace [all those musical Woke words] and then Obama said that this Rabbi is the type of “Jew” he knows and loves. The definition was clear – Barack Obama didn’t understand what the name Benjamin Netanyahu [Israel’s Prime Minister] represents; he did not ‘get it’ what is called a Jew in the IDF (Israel Defense Forces], in uniform and a weapon in hand who defends all Jews and others if needed. Obama didn’t like the Israeli-Jew the one who inhabits the Jewish Homeland and he certainly expressed it. Obama liked the “Woody Allen” type of Jew. The neurotic, complicated, progressive, apologetic Jew who is infused and tormented with the guilt of colonialists, and confused about his Judaism, but Jewishly witty. He especially liked the Jew in exile who is away from the IDF Jews. Donald Trump was made to be viewed as a bad president because the unintelligencia decided his charismatic speech and Twitter style was not to their liking and that’s why those ‘elites-new aristocracy – mirror, mirror on the wall – I am the fairest of all’ took a great dislike to him, a “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” President Trump appreciates Benjamin Netanyahu and he loves the Israeli-Jew and was confused by the mindset of many American Jews. President Trump is of the opinion that Israel must be as strong as possible and the IDF should have weapons of precision. He is of the opinion that the Jewish state must be safe with safe boundaries and as for Israel’s enemies, he has warned them, do not play your old game, we are not going to take it. And he acted upon this mindset. During the term of ‘Obama the great,’ hundreds of thousands of Muslims were slaughtered in Syria; Yazidi women went through massacre and rape; the Muslim Brotherhood got a noticeable tailwind and the Shia-Muslims in Iran speeded toward having a nuclear bomb riding on intercontinental ballistic missiles. And Obama’s White House – the Obama-Biden duo – was indulgent in the topsy-turvy world they created. All this was happening because Obama was noxious and deliberately clueless, or just because some say “he ain’t that keen.” Breathing Freely During President Trump’s first four-year term, the Middle East Sunni-Muslim countries could feel safer and breathe freely, recovered from fear of Iran and strengthened by the Trump administration’s support. The moderate, rather daring Muslim-Arab countries broke the decades-long mold of hostility and exchanged it for signed historical normalization agreements between them and Israel while Iran has been falling apart under Trump’s sanctions and Trump was already indicating that in his second term Iran will want to talk … you know about what! All this happened because President Trump’s goal is to have a peaceful world and that requires smart geopolitical navigation. No ‘silky but empty nice talk,’ rather pragmatism and political incorrectness to achieve the goals. Disorder v. Peace Obama caused disorder in the world, Trump brought peace and hope for more order. The outcome, the visibility of things happening is more important than the content, as it may be perceived differently by different people and countries. For Obama’s people the book cover’s illustration is most important not the content of the book, not the outcome. So, let us be honest: the free world is no longer that free. The free world has been hijacked by conscientious consciousness engineering. While Barack Hussein Obama has his Nobel Peace Prize – which he did not earn nor deserve – displayed on the shelf, some people will remember Donald Trump – what they tagged him to be with their cluelessness and pathetic and senseless dislike of him – “racist,” “xenophobic,” “clown,” “Putin’s puppy,” according to Biden, and “Orange man,” by illiterates. But to very many, the name “Trump” will be followed by their yell, “We love you”! So, as I write this op-ed, we are living in an upside-down world in which people see everything though a retrograde lens, with Wokeness, “social [in]justice,” and total ignominy. During the 2006 second Lebanon War, Nurit Greenger, referenced then as the “Accidental Reporter” felt compelled to become an activist. Being an ‘out-of-the-box thinker, Nurit is a passionately committed advocate for Jews, Israel, the United States, and the Free World in general. From Southern California, Nurit serves as a “one-woman Hasbarah army” for Israel who believes that if you stand for nothing, you will fall for anything. Get notification of new stories by Nurit Greenger, in your Email. Our Time as a Free Society Has Come – The Truth Must Now Be Told Ezekiel Emanuel Sick Mindset; Your Life In His Hands I, Too, Have a Relationship with America Christiane Amanpour, CNN Chief International Anchor Refuels Kristallnacht You Do Not Need to Like Donald Trump, Vote to Save Our Republic Adhering to National Tradition, I Will Be Voting For Donald J Trump on November 3, 2020 Beleaguered Armenian Lobby’s Ethnic Bias I Am Voting to SAVE Our Republic, Not For a Person Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Become ‘Hitlerism’ Experts Latest News from PR Newswire Thoughts Categories	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1070
__label__cc	0.671133	0.328867	Hobbyists ready to disrupt industry at first virtual reality hackathon in Europe Enterprise SaaS MusicTech The Baltics Computer, Denmark, Events, Gaming, Gaming, Hardware, Hi-Tech, International, Media by Lisa Mallner Tips to succeed at equity crowdfunding This past weekend Brussels hosted the first ever Hackathon dedicated to Virtual Reality (VR) in Europe, where close to 100 participants took over the co-working space Co.station to hack the next generation of VR technologies. The event was hosted by a collaboration of MIC.Brussels and impulse.brussels, who supports the development of companies using VR. 20% of the participants came from Denmark along with the Danish Sound Innovation Network, who support the development of 3-D audio, an important part of immersive experiences. According to Trendforce, the total market value of VR will reach $6.7 billion in 2016, and will exceed $70 billion by 2020. Most people who have never experienced VR outside of an entertainment setting will be shocked by this projection – but it’s over the next few years, VR is set to disrupt even the most traditional industries. VR will completely change the way business is done Virtual reality will alter the supply of corporate services. As VR becomes cheaper and more accessible, industries like banking, real estate, and construction will be incorporating VR into their core services. As Juan Bossicard of MIC Brussels explains: “There’s a whole virtual economy to be built with digital goods and services. If you have social interactions with people, in a virtual universe, and those experiences no longer have high costs, it will really democratize everything.” The potential use cases are diverse. One of the first sectors to develop VR is healthcare, where the immersive experiences people have with VR can be used to treat phobia, through the exposure effect. But VR can also be used in plain old customer service. “Any industry that is transactional, where service is important, but where the margins are too small to justify a large-scale investment in services, will have an interest in developing VR avatars and making them available to people. For example, in the real estate business, there are a lot of possibilities. A building might not yet be constructed, but you can still give people a tour. Auction houses are very interested – you can see how a painting would look on your wall before you buy it.” And VR will be more accessible than ever in 2016. “Within the next few years, it will spread like wildfire,” says Juan. Development from the ground up VR is an unusual technology, in that a large part of the push towards development comes from outside of industry. “It is a lot of tinkerers and hobbyists that make VR a reality. At it’s roots, it’s really a ground-up movement.” Local communities and developers have seized upon the medium, but quickly find that the need to collaborate with others. Japanese web design hits the Nordics “It is a complicated medium, and a lot of the boundaries and rules of this medium are still unknown,” Juan explains. EUVR has identified over 55 VR meetups in 40 cities, encompassing about 12,000 people in Europe. The meetup groups talk and exchange knowledge about VR – but they are also helping shape how the technology is being developed. “People have to make a choice -which platform, which distribution, which hardware should you be compatible with. These communities need to be supported and connected, as they are writing the rules of this new media.” As an industry cluster, EUVR hopes to help connect local communities, such as the Danish one – with other VR hubs, as well as industry players like Microsoft, Google, and Unity. Gaming dominates VR – for now In 2016, VR will still mostly reach consumers through entertainment platforms, and there was no shortage of these at the hackathon. The winners, Pandageddon, created a multiplayer game integrating 2 players using VR attempting to escape from a dungeon while a third person interacted with them through a tablet. “Pandagedden managed to create a multiplayer co-op gameplay experience with almost a full game loop in a perfect mix of GearVR and Tablet. Their idea about using live voice interacting to teamwork was also great!” said judge Thomas Barstschi, EUVR’s representative in the Nordics and a key player in developing the EUVR initiative from the ground up. You can read about the other winners on here and other interesting ideas at the hackathon here. hackathon virtual reality VR Lisa Mallner January 20, 2016 Nordic Startup Awards finalists announced Insurance-tech had a record-breaking start in 2016 Kaffe Bueno is Nominated for Best FoodTech/AgriTech Startup by Nordic Startup Awards 6 things to avoid if you want to apply for an accelerator Estonian virtual Cyber Security hackathon unified participants from 14 countries to bring usable solutions to burning topics in just 48h The Nordic #HacktheCrisis solutions: Where are they now? 3 companies still going strong Accelerate Estonia & Garage 48 organize hackathon against coronavirus Nordic VR: A dive into the Finnish VR ecosystem 5G networks will revolutionize our lives — and here is why you should ride the tide Finding “the one” at Arctic15 © NORDIC STARTUP BITS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. We use cookies. By continuing to use NordicStartupBits.com you agree to our use of cookies. 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__label__wiki	0.570933	0.570933	Meet the Candidates: Eric Lucero Seeks Spot in House District 30B July 28, 2014 By Mike Schoemer Wright County voters will decide between two candidates to represent the Republican Party in the race for the Minnesota House of Representatives, District 30B, which includes the communities of St. Michael and Albertville and portions of Hanover, Otsego and Dayton. Candidates are St. Michael City Council member Kevin Kasel, and Dayton City Council member Eric Lucero, who was endorsed at the party’s Wright County convention earlier this year. Kasel entered the race after the endorsing convention. Voters in the primary can vote for either party, but must cast a so-called party ballot, where each vote is cast for the same party throughout the Aug. 12 ballot. In the general election in November, registered voters can vote for either party. Failure to follow these guidelines results in a voided ballot. In Minnesota, voters do not have to register with a select party, so can vote for either party in the primary election. Absentee and “early voting” periods are already opened throughout the state. The Minnesota House of Representatives is a two-year term. The Minnesota Constitution provides that legislators’ compensation is set by law. The annual salary for representatives and senators is $31,140 annually. Name: Eric Lucero Residence: Dayton, MN Family: Wife Erum Years in What is Now District 30 community: 14 years in Dayton and in District since 2009 Offices Held: Dayton City Council Member Endorsements (please limit to 5): Elmer (Ike) Eichelberg, Post Commander of Saint Michael American Legion, former Wright County Commissioner, former Saint Michael Mayor, former teacher Mary Kiffmeyer, State Senator Chris Kauffman, Mayor of Hanover Judy Beaudry, Albertville Brad Praught, Otsego What has inspired you to run for State House? Trust and accountability. As a teacher with a passion for people, I have committed myself to helping others. People are increasingly of the opinion establishment politicians are disconnected from the grassroots. The Establishment continues to say one thing and do another, create policies and laws which hurt families and businesses, and increasingly replace individual liberty with government coercion. The result is young people are being crushed with unmanageable debt, are seeing long standing opportunities begin to dim, and have a sense of hopelessness. I am a member of the next generation who is committed to realigning government priorities, reigning in government spending, and restoring the trust young people deserve to have in their elected officials. The two of you see eye-to-eye on many of the issues. What separates you from your opponent? As Representative, the background and real world experience I will bring the legislature is why I am the most qualified candidate. People recognize this, and is the reason I won Republican endorsement by a vote of 74 percent (Editor’s note: Kasel entered the race after the endorsement process). My background can be found here, via EricLucer.com What issues do you see being the biggest affecting District 30 over the next biennium (2 years)? • Equity in Education Funding Students and taxpayers deserve an education finance structure which treats everybody equally. Under the current finance structure for example, Saint Michael-Albertville ISD 885 ranks last in the state for annual per pupil general education funding at $6,882 per student. The statewide average is $9,037 per student with Minneapolis at $12,334 per student. As an educator and current college instructor teaching valuable skills to the next generation, ensuring equal opportunity education is a top priority for me. Minnesota’s school finance framework is unnecessarily complex and must be reformed to place greater emphasis on base funding over the myriad of categorical designations. I have the hands on experience in the classroom and business MBA background to achieve a more streamlined system of education finance. • Expanded Roads, Bridges, and I-94 through Albertville Many dollars of hard working families and businesses are wasted to an inefficient transportation system. According to the I-94 West Corridor Coalition’s “Green Light 94” website, General Mills reports they lose $2 million for every 1 MPH reduction in travel speed of its product delivery fleet, and UPS reports they lose $20 million for every minute of delay in its deliveries nationwide. This at the same time the Metropolitan Council is pushing the $1.6 billion Southwest Light Rail project. The Metropolitan Council and other urban core central planners are siphoning money away from needed road and bridge projects. Working to secure funding to add a third lane to I-94 through Albertville will be one of my top priorities. • Pro Job Growth Policies In 2013, Democrats voted to raise taxes on hard working families and businesses by nearly two billion dollars. In 2014, Democrats voted to cut some of the very taxes they raised the year before. Actions such as these create economic instability, paralyze businesses, prevent job creation, and cause businesses to move out of state. As a holder of an MBA from Carlson School of Management, a college instructor, a licensed real estate agent, a licensed general contractor, and the owner of three small businesses, I have a broad business background. I understand the positive and negative impacts State policies have on businesses. I will fight for policies which help businesses succeed. When businesses succeed jobs are created, the economy improves, and the financial security of families is strengthened. What can you bring to the table for the Republican Caucus if elected in the general election? According to listed occupations of the 201 current members of the State Legislature, not a single member has a Cyber Security background. Data security has become very important in our lives. Whether smart phones, Internet connected furnaces, garage doors, health records, college courses, IRS missing emails, or future online voting, technology is increasingly shaping every sphere of our lives. Moreover, government’s increasing appetite for the use of license plate tracking, digital facial recognition, Big Data analytics, pattern analysis, etc. have the potential for direct impact to Citizens’ First Amendment rights, Fourth Amendment rights, etc. As State Representative, I will bring my strong computer security background and my experience working with the Millennial Generation to the MN Legislature and Republican Caucus to help guide State policy for the protection of Citizen digital privacy. How can you help a Republican Party that is in the minority now, and might be again in 2014? Outreach. My Hispanic ethnicity and my wife’s East Indian ethnicity, my connection with young people, and my experience with the business community will all help outreach initiatives to grow the Republican Party through articulating the values of Individual Liberty, Free Market Capitalism, and Limited Government. How might you help a Republican majority move the state ahead in 2015 and beyond? The future is the children. My experience with young people as a teacher and my experience as a computer technologist is why young people easily connect with me. I understand their concerns because I live their concerns. I know the impact and role technology plays in the lives of the next generation. As State Representative, I will help the state in 2015 and beyond by addressing the concerns of and protecting the future of the next generation. Editor’s Note: The questions and answers were compiled via e-mail, and not edited (unless truncated for space or due to repetition). Each candidate was given unlimited space to respond to each question posed by NWCToday. Tagged With: 2014 Primary, candidate information, Eric Lucero, House District 30B Happee in STMA says Wow! He FINALLY answered a media questionnaire AFTER I wrote the following Letter to the Editor and posted it on Facebook: As an active participant in the political process, I take the time to learn about each candidate before deciding whether to support him or her. I read websites and literature, look at voting records, and ask questions to ensure I make an informed decision. Unfortunately, it seems that we do not have the “luxury” to make one in the House District 30B Republican Primary race. Republican candidate Kevin Kasel has talked openly with voters and the media, shared his contact info, and offered to participate in debates, but candidate Eric Lucero seems unwilling to give voters the opportunity to get to know him. In February, Lucero claimed that he was not doing any interviews until after the endorsing convention. Five months later, he’s still refused ALL media interviews, including one on the most popular conservative radio show in the Twin Cities. Lucero has not even responded to Wright County Tea Party requests to a debate, moderated by David Strom with questions submitted from both candidates! What does he have to hide? A campaign is like a job interview. We have one candidate who refuses to answers questions, talk to the media, or participate in debates. If Lucero is unresponsive and out of touch now, there’s no reason to think it will change if he’s elected. Good thing we have another candidate for the job. I’ll be voting for Kevin Kasel on August 12 and encourage everyone in St. Michael, Albertville, Hanover, Otsego, and (part of) Dayton to do the same. It’s good to see he finally has an understanding of what equity funding is and isn’t. It seems like the only reason he started talking about it and transportation funding is because Kevin Kasel for MN House 30B has been emphasizing it throughout his campaign. The ONLY issue Lucero emphasized before the endorsement was gay marriage and an anti-FitzSimmons campaign. The truth does matter, but Eric Lucero has been dishonest from the beginning, running a slanderous campaign against Rep. David FtizSimmons, violating campaign rules while on the Wright Conty GOP board, and refusing to debate or participate in any media interviews (including ones with the #1 conservative talk radio station in the Twin Cities). What does he have to hide? Anyone can answer questionnaires and tell people what they want to hear (or copy from someone else), but I want to hear from both candidates in an unscripted, fair manner. I am thrilled that Kevin Kasel announced his candidacy as a Republican candidate for Representative in House District 30B. Kevin’s desire to foster cooperation and build relationships is something we greatly need right now. Kevin has served on the St. Michael City Council since 2007 and has demonstrated conservative values of limited government, free market principles, and liberty while serving. He has shown wonderful leadership, a desire to serve, an understanding of the issues, and a down-to-earth connection with residents. He states he will be focusing on issues most important to residents of 30B: “equity funding for schools, transportation, and stemming the tide of an increasingly expensive and expansive state government.” These are issues that affect our community on a daily basis and I know Kevin will follow through on his promises. We now have the opportunity in the August 12 primary election to choose the best candidate to represent everyone in our district, one who has experience, leadership skills, connection with our community, and understanding of ALL of the issues. I am happy to know Kevin and excited to support Kevin’s candidacy. He lists Judy Beaudry as one of his endorsements. That’s ironic because she ran as a Democrat candidate for Senate. analyticgamer says seems like Lucero’s endorsements don’t hold anything compared to Kasel’s.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1077
__label__cc	0.739341	0.260659	Home > CNSO > Student Work > HCNSO Student Theses and Dissertations > 300 HCNSO Student Theses and Dissertations All rights reserved. This publication is intended for use solely by faculty, students, and staff of Nova Southeastern University. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, now known or later developed, including but not limited to photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author or the publisher. Comparative Functional Morphology of Mouthparts and Associated Structures of Kalliapseudes Sp. A McSweeny, 1968, and Psammokalliapseudes granulosus Brum, 1973 (Crustacea: Tanaidacea), with a Description of the Male of Psammokalliapseudes granulosus David T. Drumm, Nova Southeastern University Thesis - NSU Access Only Oceanographic Center Charles G. Messing James D. Thomas Richard Heard The feeding mechanism of two species of the tanaidacean family Kalliapseudidae: Kalliapseudes sp. A McSweeny 1968, and Psammokalliapseudes granulosus Brum 1973, was elucidated by comparing gut contents, mouthpart morphology, and feeding behavior. This was achieved by using a combination of light microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and observation of living organisms. Morphological differences of the mouthparts are directly associated with the feeding mechanism. Kalliapseudes sp. A filter feeds and possesses plumose setae on the chelipeds, maxillipeds, and maxillae. When building their tubes, P. granulosus scrapes detritus off sand grains by using the comb setae on the maxillae. They suspension feed when settled in their tubes by trapping detritus on the antennular setae. Both species feed primarily on detritus. Diatoms were the second most abundant food item in the foregut of Kalliapseudes sp. A. Comparisons of foregut morphology were made that attempted to relate structure and function. Foreguts were nearly identical, which could be attributed to the utilization of a common food source. The male of P. granulosus is described and illustrated for the first time. Two forms of copulatory males differ with respect to cheliped shape and pereopod setation. David T. Drumm. 2003. Comparative Functional Morphology of Mouthparts and Associated Structures of Kalliapseudes Sp. A McSweeny, 1968, and Psammokalliapseudes granulosus Brum, 1973 (Crustacea: Tanaidacea), with a Description of the Male of Psammokalliapseudes granulosus. Master's thesis. Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, Oceanographic Center. (300) https://nsuworks.nova.edu/occ_stuetd/300. Files over 10MB may be slow to open. For best results, right-click and select "Save as..." To access this thesis/dissertation you must have a valid nova.edu OR mynsu.nova.edu email address and create an account for NSUWorks. Link to NovaCat	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1080
__label__wiki	0.536102	0.536102	Igor Shesterkin Igor Shesterkin will start against Colorado 4:24PM: David Quinn spoke after practice today and said (NYR): On Shesterkin, “you are talking about a guy who is incredibly athletic, mentally tough, embraces the challenge nightly to do everything he can to make sure his team can win a hockey game.” On why Shesterkin was called up, “I just think it’s a natural progression. When you have a guy playing as well as he was in the AHL you call him up and give him an opportunity. Because of his position it’s probably taken longer than it should have, if you have a defenseman or forward doing the things he was in the AHL he would have been up a lot sooner. We are also not talking about a 19-year old, he’s 24. All that stuff plays a factor.” Can you carry three goals long-term, “we are just taking it day by day and that is all we have really thought about, the present. We aren’t worried about three weeks or three months from now. Right now we have three goalies.” Have you talked to Henrik, “I have not, I haven’t had a chance to yet today but Benny has talked to him and I’ll talk to both him and Georgie.” Did Shesterkin’s play force this move, “yea, that is certainly a big piece of it. He played his way into this opportunity. It has nothing to do with Hank or Georgie. Those guys have really given us a chance most nights and it’s really more about Igor. Taking subjectivity out of it, that is what you want all players to do.” Does having 3 make it hard to keep everyone sharp, “it will be a challenge for sure but we will manage it.” 1:29PM: Igor Shesterkin will make his NHL debut tomorrow as the starting goalie when the Rangers host the Colorado Avalanche. (Gorman) Shesterkin was called up earlier today and this season in the AHL has posted a record of 15-4-3, a 1.93 GAA, .932 save percentage and 3 shutouts. Henrik Lundqvist will be the back up for Shesterkin tomorrow. (Brooks) ← Igor Shesterkin called up from Hartford → What happens now that Igor Shesterkin has been called up	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1082
__label__wiki	0.786512	0.786512	array(2) { ["nofollow"]=> string(1) "1" ["id"]=> string(1) "7" } The Jets are suddenly in danger of derailing just one game into what looked like a promising season Just one week into the 2019 season, a promising New York Jets season suddenly seems in danger. The Jets had a noteworthy offseason, signing star running back Le'Veon Bell and linebacker C.J. Mosley to big contracts, then drafting defensive tackle Quinnen Williams, who some considered the best prospect in the draft, with the fourth overall pick. Combined with growth from second-year quarterback Sam Darnold and rising safety Jamal Adams, many in the NFL world expected the Jets to take a big step forward this season, potentially even challenging for an AFC Wild Card spot. However, Week 1 began with a hiccup when the Jets blew a 16-0 lead to the Buffalo Bills, eventually losing 17-16 in what should have been an easy first win. Since then, things have only gotten worse. On Wednesday, it was revealed that starting wide receiver Quincy Enunwa will miss the rest of the season with a neck injury. Jets coach Adam Gase has a tall task to keep the Jets afloat. John Amis/AP On Thursday, the Jets revealed that Darnold is expected to miss several weeks with a case of mono. That will thrust backup Trevor Siemian into the spotlight. Siemian is a solid break-in-case-of-emergency option but has not dazzled as a starter, with a 59% completion, 30 touchdowns to 24 interceptions, and a career 79.9 passer rating. The Jets also revealed on Thursday that Bell will get an MRI on a sore shoulder. It's not expected to be serious, but it is concerning for their offensive star to be dealing with an MRI-worthy issue so soon into the season (particularly after sitting out the 2018 season). Mosley and Williams are also both battling injuries, though neither is expected to be serious. "We're running out of bodies," head coach Adam Gase told reporters on Thursday. Worsening problems is the Jets face a daunting early schedule, with upcoming games against the Cleveland Browns, New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and Patriots again before their schedule mellows again. The Jets have a Week 4 bye, meaning it's possible that Darnold comes back for Week 5, though it's tough to tell and the team didn't give an official timetable. While anything could happen week to week, it's not unrealistic to think the Jets could begin the season 0-6. By then, any hopes at the playoffs might be far out the window, barring a 10-0 finish. Perhaps the Jets can surprise and steal a few early games against superior opponents. If not, the season could get out of hand quickly. Read More About The Jets are suddenly in danger of derailing just one game into what looked like a promising season at www.businessinsider.com ← MIT officials were aware of Jeffrey Epstein's donations to the Media Lab as early as 2013, an independent investigation found Rob Gronkowski Says He's 'Probably Had 20 Concussions, 5 Blackout Ones' → Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend action	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1084
__label__cc	0.68334	0.31666	2021 lookahead: New outdoor events offer hope for tourism sector Ottawa’s tourism sector is heading into 2021 feeling optimistic that a lineup of new attractions and outdoor adventure activities will encourage visitors to return to the capital. Downtown convention facility that attracted more than 63,000 out-of-town visitors in the 2019-20 fiscal year has seen its revenues plummet during the pandemic. Ottawa sports community wins big for 2021 Ottawa is gearing up for its own year of tournaments and championships as local and national teams prepare to bring their competitions to the capital. Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club to host 2022 CP Women's Open Ottawa tourism officials are hoping the tournament will be a key part of a resurgence for the city’s third-largest industry. How to plan the perfect Ottawa staycation With many residents choosing to spend their holidays close to home this summer, several Ottawa attractions are adjusting their offerings to cater to those looking to explore hidden gems. Casino du Lac-Leamy sets July 23 as reopening date One of the region’s busiest tourist attractions says it’s planning to reopen its doors later this month after being closed since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Local lockdowns push Ottawa entertainment businesses into new global markets Forced to close their doors to live audiences, some Ottawa businesses have reinvented themselves online since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Ottawa Tourism in line for $5.2M to help 'bring visitors back to the National Capital Region' Ottawa’s main tourism marketing agency will receive millions of dollars in federal funding as part of a campaign to kickstart the beleaguered hospitality industry. Ottawa readies for 2021 Masters Indigenous Games With some 2,000 athletes anticipated, sports tournament and cultural festival expected to deliver major economic boost Lufthansa readies for Ottawa-Frankfurt route The first scheduled flight by a European air carrier to Ottawa in 24 years is set to launch in May.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1086
__label__cc	0.552465	0.447535	Grey’s Antaomy Dead Man Walking Twist Revealed! By Christopher Rosen • 12/05/08 4:04pm We have asked ourselves the full gamut of questions concerning Izzie Stevens (Katherine Heigl) having sex with her long dead finance Denny (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) on Grey’s Anatomy: What is this? Are they joking? Why are we watching this? Seriously, are they joking? However the one question we can’t seem to wrap our head around is fairly simple: How is creator Shonda Rhimes getting away with all this?! Millions of people watch Grey’s every week; it’s a hit, not some cultish endeavor! Yet the story arc is so absurd and unbelievable that we can’t even believe it was allowed to happen in the first place. That being said, whatever information we can get about this shark jumping, né shark exploding, turn of events is something we covet. Thankfully, Michael Ausiello over at Entertainment Weekly finally got to the bottom of everything. If you’re averse to spoilers, we suggest you stop reading now. However if you’re like us… well, you probably just don’t care. It’s not like we’re spoiling Lost or anything. Onward! OK, still here? Great! According to what Mr. Ausiello calls "multiple sources", Izzie has what amounts to a brain aneurysm that "flares up" and causes her to interact with (and have lots of sex with) her dead fiancé. Sure, that sounds reasonable. Hey, remember when Ms. Rhimes said that the appearance of Denny was definitely not the result of a brain tumor? Whoops! Just kidding! To her credit, we guess Ms. Rhimes was being honest. But that kind of parsing is like Plaxico Burress saying it was okay for him to carry a gun in Manhattan because he had an expired gun license in Florida. Not surprisingly, ABC executives are apparently getting antsy with the whole "sleeping with a dead guy" plot and want the brain aneurysm reveal to happen sooner rather than later. Ms. Rhimes supposedly didn’t write this bananas storyline to hasten the exit of Ms. Heigl, but we don’t believe that for a second. She can protest all she wants, but we’re sticking to the idea that Izzie will die before the end of February Sweeps. (Ms. Heigl has to have time to plug The Ugly Truth after all!) As our friend said over IM yesterday, "just KILL her already". Here’s hoping… Filed Under: Home, Lifestyle, The Culture Czar, O2 Daily, Grey's Anatomy, Shonda Rhimes, Katherine Heigl SEE ALSO: Where does your name rank?	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1087
__label__cc	0.515463	0.484537	020 8675 4036 emma@onlinefirstaid.com First Aid for Pets StaySafe.Support Practical & Accredited Courses Stay Safe Community Facebook group Free Resources for Schools and Home Schooling Which mask should I choose, and will it protect me from Covid19? Preventing the spread of coronavirus is paramount as the confirmed cases of the covid-19 continue to rise and take lives. Facemasks, gloves and other protective equipment can help stop the spread of coronavirus – but only in the right circumstances. If you are lucky enough to get hold of a mask, it is important to know how well they will protect you. If you decide to make one at home, we will help with some advice. Coronavirus is spread by droplets that can spray into the air when those infected talk, cough and sneeze. These can enter the body through the eyes, nose and mouth, either directly or after touching a contaminated object. High quality medical masks create a barrier, preventing the spread of droplets and therefore infection. Who should wear a mask? The World Health Organization (WHO) has looked at the latest evidence, including whether the virus can project further than previously thought. It was trying to re-examine whether the general public might benefit from wearing masks. As there is an international shortage of these masks, experts decided that masks are now just for healthcare workers, rather than the general public. Only two groups of people should wear protective masks, those who are: sick and showing symptoms caring for people suspected to have the coronavirus In the UK, masks are not an everyday item for the general public because: other people’s coughs and sneezes can contaminate them and lead to additional infection when putting them on or removing them frequent hand-washing and social distancing are more effective they might offer a false sense of security However, many other Countries have made the wearing of masks in public compulsory. The Czech republic, Austria, India, Slovakia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and some parts of Germany all made the wearing of masks compulsory. China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Thailand and Taiwan all actively encourage the wearing of masks and distribute them to families accordingly, they are also mandatory in Morocco. Interested in an Emergency First Aid at work course with Covid-19 updates? Click here Do homemade face masks work? In the United States, it has been advised to use clean cloth or fabric to cover faces whilst in public. Officials say medical masks are in short supply and should be left for healthcare workers. Only the sick, or those caring for patients of coronavirus, had previously been told to wear masks. But US officials hope the new rules could stop people without symptoms unknowingly spreading coronavirus. However, reusable cloth masks are may increase the chance of infection, say European advisers. They say there is a high chance of virus particles going through cloth. Problems with moisture could also mean the cloth retains the virus, they warn. The UK is not advising most people to wear either medical or homemade masks. Health Secretary Matt Hancock says the government is following medical and scientific advice on their use. England’s deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van Tam says he does not believe that healthy people wearing them in the UK would reduce the spread of the disease. “What matters now is social distancing,” he says. Despite this, there is lots of advice on how to make face masks online, with some sites suggesting the best options. However, officially-made ones have to meet safety requirements., unlike deregulated homemade ones. Homemade masks may not be made of appropriate material to prevent the viral spread. They are also unlikely to fit the face sufficiently. Re-using such masks could increase the risk of infection as people repeatedly touch the central contaminated portion and then secure it to their face. Therefore wearing such a mask inappropriately and unhygienically could perversely increase the likelihood of being infected by Covid19. What is the best type of mask? In hospitals and industrial settings, different types of mask offer different grades of protection. The most protective is an FFP3 or, alternatively, an N95 or an FFP2. Experts do not recommend the public use these masks. They are for healthcare workers in close contact with coronavirus patients and at highest risk of encountering infected airborne droplets. Other NHS staff in lower-risk situations can wear a surgical mask. The guidance states that these low-risk healthcare workers can safely operate within one metre of a patient with possible or confirmed Covid-19. The guidance includes staff working in hospitals, primary care, ambulance trusts, community care settings and care homes. What else can protect against coronavirus? NHS staff working in places where they could encounter coronavirus are those who should be wearing gloves and other protective wear, such as gowns, goggles and aprons. Staff in the highest-risk scenarios are advised to wear fuller protection, including visors, rather than a simple apron, gloves, mask and goggles. UK Government advice – no gloves or masks The UK Government do not advise the general public to wear gloves or any other protective gear as it can lead to a false sense of security. Wearing such items inappropriately and failing to understand cross contamination can increase the risk of infection. To protect yourself from coronavirus, the NHS recommends: Wash hands with soap and water often, for at least 20 seconds and immediately on returning home Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve – not your hands – when you cough or sneeze Put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean Click here for an Emergency First Aid at work course with Covid-19 updates As of 17th April, London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged people to wear masks in public. He has called on the government to make them compulsory on transport in London during the coronavirus outbreak. Khan added that people should not buy surgical masks, but wear face coverings such as scarves, bandanas or reusable masks. Khan said face masks should not be considered a substitute for physical distancing, but as a protective measure in instances where it was difficult to follow the guidelines – such as in shops or on public transport. Anyone who is sick should wear a mask if they are outside for any reason. They should remain in their house, in isolation if they are ill. Wearing a non-medical facial covering doesn’t necessarily limit your chances of catching the virus. Instead, what it does do, if you yourself are pre-symptomatic or asymptomatic, is reduce the chances of you giving the virus to somebody else. The Government is going to revisit the evidence and research. Updates from 8th June 2020 The latest advice from the WHO is that wearing masks is now included in with handwashing and social distancing. Particularly as many people with Covid19 don’t have symptoms. The new UK Government advice states that masks must be worn in hospitals and on public transport. They WHO also states that masks should have 3 layers. Read more here: https://post.parliament.uk/analysis/face-masks-face-coverings-and-covid-19/ Updates from 14th July 2020 The wearing of face masks is compulsory in English shops from 24th July. If you do not comply, you may be fined £100The World Health Organization says masks and homemade cloth face coverings should be worn in public where social distancing is not possible to reduce the spread of coronavirus droplets. It is of vitally important that you wear a mask properly: https://onlinefirstaid.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/masks-.mp4 First Aid for Life provide award-winning first aid training tailored to your needs. 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__label__cc	0.641297	0.358703	Boston University Theses & Dissertations Human papillomavirus vaccine: how to potentiate vaccine acceptance and intent among parents of boys and young men Smith, Richalle Embargoed until: Backgroud: Nearly 50% of sexually active men and women are infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) during their lifetime. The quadrivalent HPV vaccine (HPV4) can protect both males and females against HPV-related disease, yet vaccination rates are suboptimal, particularly in young males. Factors including parental attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge of HPV disease and HPV4 vaccine are of interest as they may influence parents' intent to vaccinate their adolescent sons. Objective: We sought to determine factors that would potentiate HPV4 vaccine acceptability and intent to vaccinate among parents of boys and young men. Factors tested included parents' knowledge of HPV infection and disease outcomes in males; and parents' perceived susceptibility, severity, and threat of HPV infection for their sons. In addition, we sought to determine parents' perceived benefits of and barriers to HPV vaccination for their sons. Methods: We surveyed parents in the setting of a university-based pediatrics clinic. All parents had at least one son aged 9-21 years. We examined data pertaining to parents' knowledge of HPV infection and disease, perceived susceptibility of sons to HPV-related disease, perceived threat of HPV disease to sons, perceived severity of HPV disease in sons, and intention to vaccinate sons against HPV. We dichotomized the responses related to each of these outcomes. We determined associations of perceived susceptibility of sons to both genital warts and anal cancer, as well as associations of parents' perceived severity of disease, using bivariate and multivariate logistic regression to determine factors that influence parental intent to vaccinate sons against HPV vaccine in the next year. Results: We report results for 290 parents who completed our survey. Most parents had relatively low knowledge of HPV infection and the HPV4 vaccine. Most parents answered 77% of the HPV and HPV4 vaccine knowledge questions incorrectly (17/22 questions). Approximately 44% of parents stated that their son would have a moderate or high chance of getting genital warts without the HPV vaccine. Parents who knew that HPV caused genital warts were more likely to perceive moderately high levels of susceptibility to genital warts (AOR 1.78, 95% CI 1.07, 2.96). Parents, who had the highest levels of education, including some graduate school or a graduate degree, were 0.23 times less likely to think their son had a moderate or high risk of getting anal cancer without the vaccine (95% CI 0.06, 0.89). Sixty-three percent of parents said that they were intending to vaccinate their son in the next year. Participants who believed that HPV4 was effective against preventing genital warts and cancer had higher intentions to vaccinate next year (AOR 1.91 and AOR 1.92 respectively). Higher knowledge about HPV infection and disease outcomes was not statistically associated with increased vaccine acceptability and intent to vaccinate among parents. Conclusions: Parents of adolescent boys and young men have low knowledge of HPV disease, its related disease outcomes, and its vaccine. However, there were no significant differences in parents' intent to vaccinate based on their knowledge of HPV disease related outcomes. Future research should be completed to gain a clearer understanding of why parents with knowledge of HPV disease and the availability of the vaccine for males have low acceptance of the vaccine and intent to vaccinate. Thesis (M.A.)--Boston University PLEASE NOTE: Boston University Libraries did not receive an Authorization To Manage form for this thesis or dissertation. It is therefore not openly accessible, though it may be available by request. If you are the author or principal advisor of this work and would like to request open access for it, please contact us at open-help@bu.edu. Thank you. Boston University Theses & Dissertations [6746]	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1092
__label__wiki	0.55087	0.55087	Mass Webcast Office Hours & Contacts Clergy Biographies Bishop Sanchez’s Coat of Arms Altar Server Society Ministers of Hospitality Prayer Groups & Faith Sharing Catholic Social Action Committee Single Adults Group Worldwide Marriage Encounter Consolation/Bereavement Charity Outreach and Catholic Charities Registration for Religious Ed Online Payment for Religious Ed Children’s Liturgy RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Anointing of Sick Obtaining Sacramental Records A View from the Pew OLQM Catholic Academy Home Academy Association Online Parish Giving Almsgiving OLQM Endowment Fund Parish Financial Reports Annual Catholic Appeal Launches This Week In Memoriam: Monsignor Dempsey In Memoriam: Msgr. Patrick F. O’Toole With great sadness we report the death of Reverend Monsignor Patrick F. O’Toole, a retired senior priest of the Diocese of Brooklyn/Queens, who was in private residence in Florida. He frequently returned to New York and for nine summers (2008-2016) he would regularly visit and celebrate Masses at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs and stay at our rectory. His most recent visit was Christmas 2016, when he concelebrated Midnight Mass at our church. Monsignor O’Toole served the diocese as Pastor of Saint Cecilia (Brooklyn), Saint Patrick (Brooklyn), Saint Ann (Brooklyn), and as Parochial Vicar of Saint Kevin (Flushing) and Saint Saviour (Brooklyn). He was born on January 15, 1937 in Galway, Ireland, and ordained on June 19, 1960. In 1986, he was named Prelate of Honor to His Holiness. He died March 8, 2017, at NYU Medical Center. Arrangements are as follows: WAKE: McLaughlin and Sons, Inc. 9620 Third Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11209 Tel: 718-238-3600 Saturday, March 11, 2017: 7 PM to 9 PM Sunday, March 12, 2017: 2 PM to 5 PM VIGIL MASS: Saint Patrick’s R.C. Church 9511 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11209 Tel: 718-238-2600 Sunday, March 12, 2017: 7:30 PM FUNERAL: Monday, March 13, 2017: 10:30 AM His burial will be in Ireland. If you wish to send condolences, please mail to his brother: Mr. Joseph O’Toole, 6 Averard, Taylor’s Hill Co., Galway, Ireland. Please pray for the repose of Msgr. O’Toole’s soul and for the consolation of his family and friends. May he rest in the peace of Christ, the Risen Lord. Msgr. Patrick F. O’Toole with our clergy in the sacristy before Midnight Mass, December 24, 2016 Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Most Rev. Paul R. Sanchez, D.D., Pastor Very Rev. Francis J. Passenant, V.F., Administrator Rev. Antonin Kocurek, Parochial Vicar Rev. Msgr. Joseph L. Cunningham, Priest in Residence Church is wheelchair accessible through Queens Blvd. entrance Assistive listening device available for Hard of Hearing Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 9 am, 11:15 am & 1 pm Monday-Saturday: 8 am & 12:05 pm Christmas Mass Schedule 2020 Confessions, Devotions & Holy Days Reflections: A View from the Pew Join Our Parish (Registration) Wedding Guidelines A Word from Bishop Sanchez 2021 Clothing Donation Schedule All News & Events . . . OLQM Stewardship Video Contact the Parish 110-06 Queens Blvd. rectoryolqm@aol.com Proudly Designed and Hosted by John Patrick Publishing Company	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1098
__label__wiki	0.844961	0.844961	← Save the USS Olympia! Pennant Races: Padre Steve Picks the Winners…Maybe → Iconic and Heroic: The Fletcher Class Destroyers The USS Fletcher DD-445 If ever a class of warships can define a ship type the destroyers of the Fletcher Class were that. The most numerous of all United States Navy destroyer classes the Navy commissioned 175 of these ships between June 1942 and February 1945. There were two groupings of ships the 58 round or “high bridge” ships and the 117 square or “low bridged” ships. It was a sound design that would be modified for use in the later Allen M. Sumner and Gearing Class destroyers. Eleven shipyards produced the ships fast, heavily armed and tough the ships would serve in every theater of the war at sea but would find their greatest fame in the Pacific where many became synonymous with the courage and devotion of their officers and crews. USS Stevens one of the 6 Fletchers equipped with an aircraft catapult The ships were a major improvement on previous classes of destroyers and were equal or superior to the destroyers of our allies and our enemies in the war. At 2050 tons displacement and 2900 tons full load the ships were significantly larger than preceding classes and were designed to mount a superior anti-aircraft armament to compliment their main battery of five 5” 38 caliber dual purpose guns and ten 21” torpedo tubes. 376 feet long and flush decked they were an exceptionally tough class of ships which was demonstrated often in the brutal surface battles in the South Pacific, Leyte Gulf and in the battles with Kamikazes off the Philippines, Iwo Jima, Okinawa and the Japanese mainland. They were the first destroyers of the US Navy which were built with radar as part of the initial design. USS O’Bannon DD-450 in 1961 The anti aircraft armament was increased throughout the war. Initially this was composed of: 4 x 40mm Bofors in two twin-mounts and 6 to 13 x 20mm Oerlikon in single-mounts. By June of 1943 new ships of the class mounted 10 x 40mm Bofors in five twin-mounts 7 x 20mm Oerlikon in single-mounts. As the Kamikaze threat became dire ships returning to the United States for refit lost one of their torpedo tube mounts and had their AA armament increased to 14 x 40mm Bofors in three twin and two quad mounts and 12 x 20mm Oerlikon in six twin mounts. One of the more unusual experiments was to equip six ships with a catapult for a float plane. This eliminated some of their AA guns and one torpedo tube mounting. It was not successful and the mounts were removed before the end of the war. USS Nicholas in action at Kula Gulf The first ships of the class saw action in the Solomons during the Guadalcanal campaign. Fletcher and O’Bannon took part in the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal where O’Bannon was one of several destroyers that ganged up on the Japanese Battleship Hiei at ranges as low as 500 yards causing heavy damage to the Battleship which was sunk by naval aircraft the following day. The O’Bannon would be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for her actions around Guadalcanal which read: O’Bannon “For outstanding performance in combat against enemy Japanese forces in the South Pacific from October 7, 1942, to October 7, 1943. An aggressive veteran after a year of continuous and intensive operations in this area, the U.S.S. O’BANNON has taken a tremendous toll of vital Japanese warships, surface vessels and aircraft. Launching a close range attack on hostile combatant ships off Guadalcanal on the night of November 13, 1942, the O’BANNON scored three torpedo hits on a Japanese battleship, boldly engaged two other men o’ war with gunfire and retired safely in spite of damage sustained. During three days of incessant hostilities in July 1943, she gallantly stood down Kula Gulf to bombard enemy shore positions in coverage of our assault groups, later taking a valiant part in the rescue of survivors from the torpedoed U.S.S STRONG while under fierce coastal battery fire and aerial bombing attack and adding her fire power toward the destruction of a large Japanese naval force. In company with two destroyers, the O’BANNON boldly intercepted and repulsed nine hostile warships off Vella Lavella on October 7, 1943, destroying two enemy ships and damaging others. Although severely damaged, she stood by to take aboard and care for survivors of a friendly torpedoed destroyer and retired to base under her own power. The O’BANNON’s splendid acheivements and the gallant fighting spirit of her officers and men reflect great credit upon the United States Naval Service. DESRON 23 Fletcher’s composed DESON 23 the Little Beavers” commanded by Commodore Arleigh “31 knot” Burke. The squadron which covered the initial landings at Bougainville in November 1943 fought in 22 separate engagements during the next four months. During this time the squadron was credited with destroying one Japanese cruiser, nine destroyers, one submarine, several smaller ships, and approximately 30 aircraft. Under Burke the squadron was composed of USS Foote (DD-511), USS Charles Ausburne (DD-570), USS Spence (DD-512), USS Claxton (DD-571), USS Dyson (DD-572), USS Converse (DD-509) and USS Thatcher (DD-514). At the Battle of Cape St. George the squadron intercepted a Japanese force of 5 destroyers sinking 3. At the Battle of Empress Augusta Bay the ships were in action as part of Task Force 39 based around Cruiser Division 12 comprised of the Cleveland Class Light Cruisers Montpelier, Cleveland, Columbia and Denver the took part in the sinking of the Japanese Light Cruiser Sendai and a destroyer. For their efforts DESRON 23 would be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation which stated: “For extrordinary heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the Solomon Islands Campaign, from November 1, 1943, to February 23, 1944. Boldly penetrating submarine-infested waters during a period when Japanese naval and air power was at its height, Destroyer Squadron TWENTY THREE operated in daring defiance of repeated attacks by hostile air groups, closing the enemy’s strongly fortified shores to carry out sustained bombardments against Japanese coastal defenses and render effective cover and fire support for the major invasion operations in this area. Commanded by forceful leaders and manned by aggressive, fearless crews the ships of Squadron TWENTY THREE coordinated as a superb fighting team; they countered the enemy’s fierce aerial bombing attacks and destroyed or routed his planes; they intercepted his surface task forces, sank or damaged his warships by torpedo fire and prevented interference with our transports. The brilliant and heroic record achieved by Destroyer Squadron TWENTY THREE is a distinctive tribute to the valiant fighting spirit of the individual units in this indomitable combat group and of each skilled and courageous ship’s company.” USS Johnston DD-557 Fletcher’s served heroically with “Taffy-3” in the Battle of Samar at the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Taffy-3 which was composed of 6 escort carriers, the Fletcher Class destroyers Hoel, Johnston and Heermann and 4 destroyer escorts was assigned the task of providing close air support for troops ashore and anti-submarine protection for transports. On the morning of October 25th Admiral Halsey took Third Fleet north to engage a Japanese carrier force believing a Japanese surface force of battleships and cruisers to have withdrawn after being heavily hurt by submarine and air attacks. The carrier force had few aircraft and was considered a decoy by the Japanese. This left the San Bernardino Strait unguarded and the Japanese surface force which by now was comprised of 4 battleships including the Yamato as well as 6 heavy and 2 light cruisers and 11 destroyers doubled back going through the strait during the early morning hours of the 25th. Just before dawn a patrol aircraft spotted the Japanese force and at 0659 Yamato opened fire on the task group. USS Hoel DD-533 The three Fletcher’s and the Destroyer escort Samuel B Roberts were launched into a suicidal counter-attack against the Japanese force. Led by Johnston under the command of Ernest E. Evans the little ships engaged their vastly superior foe as the escort carriers edged away as they launched and recovered their aircraft to keep a continuous air assault on the Japanese force. Johnston scored numerous hits with her 5” guns on the Heavy Cruiser Kumano and when she reached torpedo range launched her 10 “fish” one of which blew off Kumano’s bow and another of which crippled Kumano’s sister Suzuya before she was hit in quick succession by a 14” shell from the Battleship Kongo which hit her engine room and three 6” shells from Yamato which struck her bridge. Evans kept the crippled ship in the fight drawing fire away from other attacking destroyers and fending off a Japanese destroyer squadron that was trying to flank the carriers. Johnston continued to be hit and was abandon at 0945 sinking 25 minutes later with 186 of her crew. Evans did not survive and was awarded the Medal of Honor. USS Heermann DD-532 in action at Samar Hoel under the command of Commander Leon S. Kintberger took on the Battleship Kongo and a column of cruisers lead by the Heavy Cruiser Haguro. Hoel’s torpedo attack on Kongo forced that ship to turn away and torpedo hits were claimed on the Haguro, although that ship remained in action and the Japanese denied any torpedo damage from the attack. The Japanese concentrated on Hoel sinking her at 0855 taking all but 86 of her crew to a watery grave. Heermann under Commander Amos Hathaway threw herself into the fight engaging Japanese battleships and cruisers. Heermann engaged Heavy Cruiser Chikuma with her guns while mounting a torpedo attack on Haguro. She then attacked the Japanese battleships directly engaging Haruna and forcing Yamato to head away from the action for 10 minutes as she was bracketed by two of Heermann’s torpedoes running on a parallel course. She engaged the other battleships at such close range that they could not hit her and broke off to intercept a column of cruisers. Once again she engaged Chikuma in a bloody duel with both ships taking heavy damage. Crippled by a series of 8” shell hits from the heavy cruisers Heermann was down heavily at the bow, so much so that her anchors dragged the water. Carrier aircraft joined the battle and Chikuma withdrew from the fight and sank during her withdraw. Heermann then engaged Heavy Cruiser Tone before that ship, also damaged by air attack withdrew from the fight. Though she was heavily damaged the Heermann was the only destroyer to survive the action. Despite their terrible losses the ships and aircraft of Taffy-3 sank 3 heavy cruisers and a destroyer and heavily damaged 3 battleships and 3 heavy cruisers. Just a bit wet, USS Halsey Powell unrep with USS Wisconsin For their heroic actions which kept the Japanese from getting to the vulnerable transports Taffy-3 including the valiant destroyers Johnston, Hoel, Heerman and Destroyer Escort Samuel B Roberts was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation which read: “For extraordinary heroism in action against powerful units of the Japanese Fleet during the Battle off Samar, Philippines, October 25, 1944. Silhouetted against the dawn as the Central Japanese Force steamed through San Bernardino Strait towards Leyte Gulf, Task Unit 77.4.3 was suddenly taken under attack by hostile cruisers on its port hand, destroyers on the starboard and battleships from the rear. Quickly laying down a heavy smoke screen, the gallant ships of the Task Unit waged battle fiercely against the superior speed and fire power of the advancing enemy, swiftly launching and rearming aircraft and violently zigzagging in protection of vessels stricken by hostile armor-piercing shells, anti-personnel projectiles and suicide bombers. With one carrier of the group sunk, others badly damaged and squadron aircraft courageously coordinating in the attacks by making dry runs over the enemy Fleet as the Japanese relentlessly closed in for the kill, two of the Unit’s valiant destroyers and one destroyer escort charged the battleships point-blank and, expending their last torpedoes in desperate defense of the entire group, went down under the enemy’s heavy shells as a climax to two and one half hours of sustained and furious combat. The courageous determination and the superb teamwork of the officers and men who fought the embarked planes and who manned the ships of Task Unit 77.4.3 were instrumental in effecting the retirement of a hostile force threatening our Leyte invasion operations and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.” USS Isherwood (DD-520) underway in heavy weather as she comes alongside the heavy cruiser USS Tuscaloosa (CA-37) in August 1943. National Archives and Records Administration. Photo # 80-G-79429. [Navsource] During the war 19 of the class were lost and 6 damaged so badly that they were not repaired. 44 of the ships were awarded 10 battle stars or more while 19 were awarded Naval Unit Commendations and 16 Presidential Unit Citations. Following the war all were decommissioned and placed in reserve. Many were re-commissioned during the Korean War and served through Vietnam. Some of these ships were modernized with newer ASW weapons and re-designated Escort Destroyers (DDE) while others had their air search radar modernized and were re-classified as Radar Picket Destroyers or (DDR). The last Fletcher in US Service decommissioned in 1971. 52 were sold or transferred under military assistance programs to other navies in the 1950s. The ships served well and the last one in active service the Mexican Navy Destroyer Cuitlahuac the former USS John C Rodgers DD-874 was decommissioned in 2001. Ex USS Twinning in Republic of China Navy Service, note weapon modifcations Zerstörer Z-1 Rommel USS Kidd as Museum and Memorial Four are currently open as memorial ships the USS Cassin Young DD-793 at Buffalo NY, the USS The Sullivans DD-537 at Boston MA and USS Kidd DD-661 at Baton Rouge LA can be seen in the United States. The Cassin Young is berthed at the old Charlestown Naval Yard in Boston across the pier from the Frigate USS Constitution. The former the Greek destroyer Velos the ex-USS Charette DD-581 is located in Athens. The John Rodgers has been purchased by a group in the US but is currently laid up in Mexico and her fate is undecided. I hope that she too will be saved for future generations. The Fletcher Class really symbolizes more than any class of destroyer the classic look of what a destroyer should be. Their clean lines and classic design are iconic not just in this country but in the 15 other countries that they would serve in during the following years. Their amazing record and service in World War Two and in the following years in both the US Navy and the navies of our Allies is one that will probably never be surpassed. I have visited the Cassin Young in Boston; it is well worth the time to see. I hope that I might see The Sullivans and Kidd in the coming years. The Zerstörer Z-4 ex USS Dyson in heavy seas I salute the ships of the class and the officers and sailors that served on them in peace and war. 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Reblogged this on Padresteve's World…Musings of a Passionate Moderate and commented: Friends of Padre Steve’s World, After a tiring week it is a rerun Friday night. This is an older article about a class of ship that in the darkest days of the Second World War and through the Cold War was a symbol of American might and ingenuity. The Fletcher class destroyers were iconic. When I think of the classic destroyer it is the Fletcher class that comes to mind. The were fast, beautiful and deadly. They helped win the war against Japan in the Pacific and fought in some of the most desperate sea engagements the world has seen. After the war ships of the class served in the US and allied navies for decades, the last , the former USS John C. Rodgers was decommissioned by Mexico in 2001. They were amazing ships manned by heroic sailors. Have a great night and expect to see more new articles about the Gettysburg campaign in the coming week as I am getting ready for my new class at the Staff College. Steve, thanks for your writing. The Fletchers were the right class at the right time! Donald E.Schortmann I served on USS HALSEY POWELL DD 686 in the 50s. Rode out a Typhoon in South China Sea 1958. 1 month in Subic Bay for emergency repairs. Lost life boats, depth charges rolling around Fantail, life jacket lockers ripped loose & washed over the side + a lot of other damage. I left her when in dry dock Long Beach, CA 1959.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1100
__label__wiki	0.511177	0.511177	It's the Law, Stupid: Justice: Fairness and Efficiency in Public Policy law, politics, public policy The Justice Tapes Here Comes the Bus: Who’s Next? Oct 4, 2020 Oct 4, 2020 ~ Peter G Harris This blog argued on 4th February that Johnson’s established behaviour pattern was one of ”speak loudly and carry a white flag”. That having thrown his Unionists allies in Northern Ireland under the bus to achieve the Withdrawal Agreement, his next step, already presaged in the Political Declaration, would be to do the same with the Hard Brexiters by concluding a trade agreement which in substance would leave the UK tied legally and economically into the EU but which Johnson, in pursuing his strategy of “bluster and bend”, would claim as a great Brexit victory. The question is whether that prognosis now looks more or less likely and how, if at all, the intervening pandemic may have impacted on it. Mid-summer, the No.10 machine was still saying that a Hard Brexit was manageable and would be a perfectly acceptable outcome. The truth, we were told, was a behind the scenes calculation by No10 that the havoc caused by the natural disaster of Covid19 would provide a smoke screen for the chaos caused by the government choosing a No Deal Brexit. But things may have changed. Fair or not, the pandemic is no longer seen so much as a natural disaster but as a demonstration of the Government’s and especially Johnson’s incompetence, with even the Tory press and backbenchers turning hostile towards No.10 and its chumocracy. The result may be that, rather than providing cover for a Hard Brexit, the pandemic has set up Brexit as a last chance for No.10, Johnson and his pals to show their competence. Hence, with the public and the press now also focused on Brexit, while being reminded daily of what a mess No.10 is allegedly making of the pandemic, it might be thought that Johnson will do whatever is necessary to deliver a Deal and minimise the disruption on 1st January. Published by Peter G Harris Peter G Harris is a barrister and was a senior civil servant responsible for advising ministers in the UK on policy and legislation for reforming the civil law and civil justice system. He is now based at Exeter College in the University of Oxford where he teaches and continues to think about the law as an instrument of public policy. View all posts by Peter G Harris ‹ PreviousA Not So Nice Calculation Next ›Stop Boris: Stop The Clock Follow The Justice Tapes and this blog via Email Enter your email address to follow The Justice Tapes and this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1103
__label__wiki	0.612771	0.612771	Molecular & Computational biology Molecule that promotes muscle health when magnetised by National University of Singapore Associate Professor Alfredo Franco-Obregón and his team from the NUS Institute for Health Innovation and Technology examined how low amplitude magnetic fields may be used to enhance muscle metabolism. The images on the screen show the cells of two types of muscles—the blue fibres (left) are rapidly fatiguing muscles, the green fibres (right) are slowly fatiguing muscle, and the red fibres are considered transitional fibres. Credit: National University of Singapore As people age, they progressively lose muscle mass and strength, and this can lead to frailty and other age-related diseases. As the causes for the decline remain largely unknown, promoting muscle health is an area of great research interest. A recent study led by the researchers from NUS has shown how a molecule found in muscles responds to weak magnetic fields to promote muscle health. Led by Associate Professor Alfredo Franco-Obregón from the NUS Institute for Health Innovation and Technology (iHealthtech), the team found that a protein known as TRPC1 responds to weak oscillating magnetic fields. Such a response is normally activated when the body exercises. This responsiveness to magnets could be used to stimulate muscle recovery, which could improve the life quality for patients with impaired mobility, in an increasingly aging society. "The use of pulsed magnetic fields to simulate some of the effects of exercise will greatly benefit patients with muscle injury, stroke, and frailty as a result of advanced age," said lead researcher Assoc Prof Franco-Obregón, who is also from the NUS Department of Surgery. The NUS research team collaborated with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) on this study, and their results were first published online in Advanced Biosystems on 2 September 2020. The work was also featured on the cover of the journal's print edition on 27 November 2020. Magnets and muscle health The magnetic fields that the research team used to stimulate the muscle health were only 10 to 15 times stronger than the Earth's magnetic field, yet still much weaker than a common bar magnet, raising the intriguing possibility that weak magnetism is a stimulus that muscles naturally interact with. To test this theory, the research team first used a special experimental setup to cancel the effect of all surrounding magnetic fields. The researchers found that the muscle cells indeed grew more slowly when shielded from all environmental magnetic fields. These observations strongly supported the notion that the Earth's magnetic field naturally interacts with muscles to elicit biological responses. To show the involvement of TRPC1 as an antenna for natural magnetism to promote muscle health, the researchers genetically engineered mutant muscle cells that were unresponsive to any magnetic field by deleting TRPC1 from their genomes. The researchers were then able to reinstate magnetic sensitivity by selectively delivering TRPC1 to these mutant muscle cells in small vesicles that fused with the mutant cells. In their previous studies, the researchers have shown that responses to such magnetic fields were strongly correlated to the presence of TRPC1, and it included the rejuvenation of cartilage by indirectly regulating the gut microbiome, fat burning and insulin-sensitivity via positive actions on muscle. The present study provided conclusive evidence that TRPC1 serves as a ubiquitous biological antenna to surrounding magnetic fields to modulate human physiology, particularly when targeted for muscle health. Metabolic changes similar to those achieved with exercise have been observed in previous clinical trials and studies led by Assoc Prof Franco-Obregón. Encouraging benefits of using the magnetic fields to stimulate muscle cells have been found, with as little as 10 minutes of exposure per week. This tantalizing possibility, to improve muscle health without exercising, could facilitate recovering and rehabilitation of patients with muscle dysfunction. Assoc Prof Franco-Obregón shared, "About 40 percent of an average person's body is muscle. Our results demonstrate a metabolic interaction between muscle and magnetism which hopefully can be exploited to improve human health and longevity." This study represents a milestone in the understanding of how a key protein may developmentally react to magnetic fields. Metabolic health such as weight, blood sugar levels, insulin, and cholesterol are strongly influenced by muscle health. As exercise is a strong modulator of metabolic diseases through the working of the muscles, and magnetic fields exert similar benefits of exercise, such magnetism may help patients who are unable to undertake exercise because of injury, disease, or frailty. As such, the NUS iHealthtech research team is now working to extend their study to reduce drug dependence for the treatment of diseases such as diabetes. "We hope that our research can help alleviate side effects by reducing the use of drugs for disease treatment, and to improve the quality of life of the patients," said Assoc Prof Franco-Obregón. Novel medical device harnesses magnetic field to speed up muscle recovery More information: Felix Kurth et al. Cell‐Derived Vesicles as TRPC1 Channel Delivery Systems for the Recovery of Cellular Respiratory and Proliferative Capacities, Advanced Biosystems (2020). DOI: 10.1002/adbi.202000146 Journal information: Advanced Biosystems Provided by National University of Singapore Citation: Molecule that promotes muscle health when magnetised (2020, November 30) retrieved 18 January 2021 from https://phys.org/news/2020-11-molecule-muscle-health-magnetised.html Exercising one arm has twice the benefits Glutamine protects against muscle injuries and aging New insight into how muscles and fat cells work together to make you more fit Rapamycin may suppress muscle aging and prevent sarcopenia New hope for ACL injuries: Adding eccentric exercises could improve physical therapy outcomes Scientists identify nutrient that helps prevent bacterial infection New videos show RNA as it's never been seen	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1109
__label__cc	0.628787	0.371213	Billy Magnussen REVIEW: “THE BIG SHORT” (2015) Paramount Pictures When Ryan Gosling’s character Jared Vennett asks the question to a room full of brokers.. “What’s that smell?” and answers it with “Opportunity” you know then and there to prepare yourself for a very different type of ride. The film’s narrative is driven by four cynical, fringe Wall Streeter’s disgusted with the large banking institutions’ overriding greed for profits. Separately, but yet oddly together, they make the decision to capitalize on the ensuing housing market catastrophe and the financial meltdown of 2008 upon discovering the market frenzy is being driven by worthless collateral debt obligations. While I might never figure out how Director Adam McKay made deplorable humans, blinding fear, gut-wrentching outrage and delightful shaming so much fun to watch ~ He most definitely brought along his dark bag of laughs here, but planted them in such a way as to where we actually understood what was happening thanks to fun cameo explanations from the likes of Margot Robbie in a bubble bath, Anthony Bourdain cooking it right up, and even Selena Gomez gambling though her little monologue. After a rather lengthy dizzying, yet delightful, character introduction, the film picks up pace as the drama begins to unfold. Dr. Michael Burry (Christian Bale), an eccentric financial analyst, with complete autonomy of an investment fund, uncovers variables in his economic forecast indicating a massive housing market collapse. He informs his higher up, Lawrence Fields (Tracy Letts), of his discovery and creates a financial prospectus. In essence, he creates a commodity of selling short on bundled mortgages. The bankers laugh themselves silly as they willingly sell Burry all the “insurance” he wants. Word quickly spreads of Burry’s perceived madness in a after-work cocktail scene. With interest piqued upon overhearing the Wall Street gossip of the day, Jared Vennett (Ryan Gosling), scoops up the aspects of Burry’s move. Soon, he sells it to a group led by Steve Carell’s real-life character, Mark Baum and convinces them to buy in. As the debacle is in full free-fall, Baum struggles with disbelief as he and his group have bet against their own umbrella entity, Morgan Stanley. The final team that has uncovered the impending financial crisis, made up of two Wall Street rookie wanna-be’s, Jamie Shipley (Finn Wittrock) and Charlie Geller (John Magaro) who along with veteran trader turned-conspiracist Ben Rickert (Brad Pitt), also struggle with the imploding financial system caused by corporate greed and indifference With a mammoth cast, the acting in this movie is pristine with the whole ensemble cast being in top form. With that said however there were three stand out performances that somewhat break this mold. Ryan Gosling might be the funniest as he narrates and embodies the fact that he’s a scum bag and just rolls with it, offering an entertainingly slick performance. Christian Bale let us feel his pain and lonely genius, stole the show in every scene he was in. The only genuinely relate able character in the lot, Bale conveys a great deal of sensitivity, making it one of his best performances to date. Steve Carell dug deep and came up with a persona that brings Baum to life, even if he does over act at times which I guess is how he really is in true-life form. It was also nice to see Marisa Tomei, Hamish Linklater, Billy Magnussen, Rafe Spall, Max Greenfield and talented others working at a solid supporting level. With all the ‘truth’ films out there this year, “The Big Short” is one of the more important ones of this group and also one of the best. I wanted to laugh and cry at the same time as the film warns us in a way, who knows what will be the next basic human necessity to be denied by those few who hold power. Review Screening: Arclight Hollywood ~ Tuesday, December 8, 2015 ~ Courtesy of Paramount Pictures In Select Theaters: Friday, December 11, 2015 NATIONWIDE RELEASE: Wednesday, December 23, 2015 Tags Al Sapienza, Anthony Bourdain, Billy Magnussen, Billy Slaughter, Brad Pitt, Carrie Lazar, Christian Bale, Dave Davis, Finn Wittrock, Garrett Hines, Hamish Linklater, Jay Jablonski, Jeremy Strong, John Magaro, Karen Gillan, Margot Robbie, Marisa Tomei, Max Greenfield, Melissa Leo, Rafe Spall, Ryan Gosling, Selena Gomez, Steve Carell, The Big Short, Tracy Letts, Vanessa Cloke	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1115
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__label__cc	0.569549	0.430451	More on the Skripal/Douma alleged false flag connection Theresa May, March 2018 In regard to our suggestion, the latest move against Damascus was predominantly a UK project, a link was sent to us today to an article by Thierry Meyssan on Voltairenet that’s certainly interesting. Published March 20 it puts forward the idea the Skripal affair was a false flag intended to be the launch pad for a wholesale diplomatic attack on Russia that Meyssan suggests would initiate a “new cold war.” While it’s possible to question this terminology (many would suggest we already have a “new cold war” and are on the verge of it becoming hot), his narrative offers a valid interpretation of recent events, and indeed looks more persuasive today that when it was written. What Meyssan suggests is as follows: Back in March a projected coup was planned between the UK government and the neocons in Washington to create an irresistible drive to a) launch a full blown assault on Damascus and b) get Russia removed from the UN Security Council. The means was to be first the Skripal incident and immediately thereafter a large scale false flag chemical weapon attack on Ghouta. Rex Tillerson, then US Secretary of State, was involved in this plan. However by some means (Meyssan doesn’t say how) the Syrian and Russian intelligence services became aware of the plan, and realised it was not the Pentagon behind it, but “some other agency.” The Russians immediately alerted the media to a possible false flag. At the same time, bypassing diplomatic channels (because he was concerned to avoid others who were siding with the “plotters”), Russian Chief of Staff, General Valeri Gerasimov contacted his American counterpart General Joseph Dunford to inform him of his fears of a game-changing intel-sponsored event in Syria. Dunford in turn informed Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, who told Trump. Since this apparent plot was going on without the knowledge of the White House & Pentagon, Trump then told Mike Pompeo, the head of the CIA, to investigate. As a result Trump became convinced Tillerson was involved and soon after, fired him. This, in essence, is Meyssan’s story. He cites no source for the claims about back-channel communications, and we can’t verify them even slightly. But we all know Russia did indeed warn of a pending false flag in Syria several times throughout March, and developments since the time of Meyssan’s writing lend credence to the broad thrust of interpretation. The orchestrated & hysterical response of the UK state machine to the Skripal event doesn’t just hint at agenda rollout, it shouts it. The idea this was indeed the first act of a make or break plan is certainly more than believable. Indeed we all heard the suggestion about removing Russia from the UNSC repeated in the media at the height of the hysteria. Whether Meyssan is right or wrong, we absolutely did just see an orchestrated, high level operation unfold, apparently designed to discredit Russia finally and forever. It suggests new levels of idiot-insanity going on. Not only is such a plan amateurish in conception (kicking Russia off the UNSC, even if achievable, is not going to suddenly neutralise their political and military power), it would seem to have been doubly so in execution. The Skripal story is a farce. But the apparent attempts to go forward with the “chemical attack” when all rationale for it was gone and when Douma itself was about to fall, shows stupidity beyond comprehension. If this was the UK, as the Russians claim, rather than rescuing themselves they simply added another embarrassing failure to the list, and dug themselves even deeper into easily-exposed crime. The entire situation must be a warning, and not just the usual cliché about the US being a danger to world peace. It’s not “the US”, it’s an international grouping of ideologues and other cranks, focused as much, maybe even more, in the UK as in America. If Meyssan is right these people are highly placed, but operating subversively within their own governments. Of course we have always known these thing are true to some extent, but this latest event seems to be taking this subversion to a new level. Seventeen years ago a small group of highly placed individuals in the US government may have engineered or at very least allowed 9/11 to happen for their own geopolitical ends. We’d be naive to consider a second such event to be impossible. It also seems clear those enacting this plan initially had little idea how dangerous it really was, and were to some extent astounded by the Russian reaction, and the horror expressed by the more sane elements in international government. This is also significant. It’s a cliché in some alt media now to say the elites want WW3 and to talk about “population reduction” or some other meme. But, while it’s certainly true there is a strong eugenicist de-population cult in the upper echelons, it’s highly improbable any of them would choose a thermonuclear war as a viable method. The real danger isn’t that a group of ubermenschen or Bond-villains want to incinerate humanity for vague and unspecified reasons, it’s that the deep heart of the Russophobic cabal is too dogma-driven and infested with idiots to understand the real world results of their plans. We can be sure they won’t have learned from this and won’t be deterred from more of the same or worse in future. And if their next remedial scheme doesn’t get stymied by circumstance or nifty footwork, no one will be more surprised than they are when it kicks of WW3. But they do have some opposition within the state machine, and always have. There were people in the US and UK intelligence agencies who didn’t want to lie about WMDs, and there are people today in the UK FCO who off-record told Craig Murray about the lies being forced on them regarding the Skripal case. These are people with enough smarts to want to avoid real confrontation with Russia, however prepared they are to play the public word games. I think it’s important we address this more nuanced reality rather than opting for the security of familiar memes. Filed under: Douma "Chemical Attack", latest, Skripal case, Syria, UK Tagged with: chemical weapons, Douma, Syria, the Pentagon, Thierry Meyssan, Voltairenet Press Conference of Alexander Shulgin, Russian Representative to the OPCW Streamed live on 16 Apr 2018 It comes with interpretation in English. Pt. 2: WHY WOULD ASSAD DO IT? The French govt also argues that the use of CW in East-Ghouta was both in a tactical and a strategical sense a (sort of) military stroke of genius but I’ll spare you the BS except for one argument: The „strategic“ aspect was that Assad wanted to punish the civilians in „rebel-held“ areas and by creating „terreur et panic“ they achieved their aim of surrender. „Because the war is not over for Assad, he wants to demonstrate thru these ruthless attacks that resistance is futile …“ This is bollocks of course because the Russians and the SAA are winning and have painstakingly negotiated with the „rebels“ and arranged for them to be evacuated in buses to Idlib. (Can anyone imagine the US-military doing such a thing after 7yrs of war?) AND President Assad knows very well that the civilians in rebel-held areas were captives, treated like slaves, starved for food (sold by the synthetic “rebels” at exorbitant prices) and brutally executed if they refused to live under Sharia-law or supported Assad. So there was absolutely no need to „punish“ them for anything. Coincidentally, high-ranking former British military officers totally disagree with the French “assessment” … http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5616533/Former-head-Britains-special-forces-says-Assad-doesnt-need-use-gas.html … but the French stick to their surreal script …. „Given the operational situation in Eastern-Ghouta on April 7, we estimate with high-confidence that the responsibility [for the non-existent CW-attack] can be attributed to the Syrian Regime“. (Sound familiar?) And finally they put in this kind of „disclaimer“ when they say „Les services francaises … are not in the possession of any information which would support the thesis, that these armed groups in East-Ghouta have endeavored to acquire CW for themselves or that they were already available to them.“ (Now that is a BIG Lie …even the MSM has reported that the “rebels” DID use CW ( i.e. see Carla del Ponte, Seymour Hersh and Scott Ritter on this) „Furthermore we regard a manipulation of the released pictures as implausible, because the groups present in Ghouta had no access to the means necessary to exercise a communication-manoeuvre of this magnitude“ (!) (this ridiculous claim does not even deserve a comment… their “PR” has been highly effective since it was directed and organized by MI6 …see voltairenet for more) The biggest lie comes at the end when they claim that Assad has not declared all his CW to the OPCW, has kept a CLANDESTINE CW-programm all the time (since 2013), has intensified the use of CW continually and that the Russians are in on this. And then follow the (by now familiar) highly-manipulative phrases which are supposed to be imprinted on our brains now: – “Undoubtedly a chemical attack was launched against civilians on April 7 in Douma” – “THERE IS NO OTHER PLAUSIBLE SCENARIO then the action of the SAA (CW-attack) as part of a major offensive to retake East-Ghouta” – “Russia has undeniably actively supported these operations and the clandestine policy of the SARG for the use of CW” As Sergei Lavrov recently said to the BBC “the proof is (apparently) in the punishment” .. it is crystal clear that neither the Briitsh nor the French gov’t is interested in a thorough, forensic investigation (whether in Salisburgy or in Douma) and the fact they have acted as prosecutor, judge, jury and executioner BEFORE any impartial investigation took place is proof enough of their duplicity … What I find extremely puzzling is this: The Russians now say they have “irrefutable evidence” that Britain has instigated a false flag Douma (and obviously in Salisbury as well) . SO WHY don’t they show it to us???? Why not publish the findings of the Swiss lab? Is this some weird diplomatic code of conduct they adhere to? President MACRON recently stated that he has „proof“ that CW were used in Douma and that it was the Syrian Army. Now the French govt has released the „evaluation nationale“ but it seems no-one is paying attention to it. https://www.defense.gouv.fr/content/download/528742/9123389/file/180414%20-%20Syrie%20-%20Synthe%CC%80se%20-%20Les%20faits.pdf After reading the document carefully one can only reach one conclusion: There is NO PROOF whatsover in this evaulation and it is obviously addressed to an audience considered to be incapable of critical thought. The format of the document is rather revealing because it contains no offical ID from a French „service“ or ministry (just „Republique Francaise“) and the authors are unknown (so no official takes personal responsibility for its content, like the phony „assessment“ on CW released by the WH in 2017) //assets.documentcloud.org/documents/3553049/Syria-Chemical-Weapons-Report-White-House.pdf In order to find out who committed a crime, forensic evidence is extremely important, as we all know from detective thrillers and court-room dramas. But in this case, there is NO FORENSIC EVIDENCE (no criminal investigation by a CSI-unit). There are only unverified pics and videos posted on YouTube by the White Helmets (WH). It is impossible to verify WHERE these pics/vids were taken and also WHEN because the metadata have been tempered with. The WH of course have NO CREDIBILITY whatsoever, being a cover for the massive „strategic information“ (incessantly demonizing Assad) created by MI6, who also ran the massive PR for the artificial „rebels“ in Syria. (See voltairenet.org for more on this). And yet this is the basis for the „assessment“ of the French govt. They write that „French experts have analyzed the symptoms (visible in the pics and vids) … which can be described as follows (respiratory distress, asphyxiation, cyanosis, skin-burns, excessive salivation, etc.) Taken together, these symptoms are characteristic für a CW-attack, especially for suffocating-agents. The use of asthma-sprays supports the thesis that such agents were used.“ So instead of a forensic examination and autopsy, all we get is an interpretation of symptoms to fit the frame of the Assad-gasses-his-own-people horror-narrative. To this, they add statements from anonymous people working (in Douma) for medical NGOs like UOSSM (created in France in 2011, PR-front group) and SAMS (US directed front group) who claim that about a hundred people „stormed“ their health facilities in Douma and at least 40 died as a result of the CW-attack. They use medical staff of course as „CREDIBILITY-ENHANCERS“ because in general people tend to trust doctors, nurses and paramedics, hence the „White Helmets“ (and the faux „nurse“ telling the heart-wrenchning, invented tale of the incubator-babies in Iraq in 1990) I asked a friend who works for one of the biggest chemical companies in Germany (BASF) about the symptoms and he said they are consistent with a chlorine-exposure but that does NOT mean that it could ONLY have been chlorine. Very similar symptoms occur when people have been exposed to SMOKE-INHALATION (German: Rauchgasvergiftung) And now it gets really interesting because a video has been released by Russian and Syrian TV stations in which two medical students who work for the emergency department of the Douma hospital, say that the people shown in the WH-video had indeed been exposed to SMOKE-INHALATION. A house in Douma had been hit by an airstrike which caused a fire in the lower floors and the partial collapse of the upper floors. So these people had breathing difficulties and were taken to the emergency dept of the hospital where they were given first aid. Suddenly some men appeared and shouted „this was a gas-attack!“. They then began to douse the patients with cold water (from a hose), which caused panic (children screamed of course). These „dramatic“ scenes were filmed then the strangers disappeared as quickly as they had arrived. I cannot verify if these medical students told the truth, but given the political context, I have much more reason to believe them than the White Helmets or the French DGSE. Just one more thing, the brochure from BASF about the dangers of chlorine contains one sentence that caught my eye: https://www.basf.com/documents/corp/de/sustainability/employees/occupational-medicine/medical-guidelines/Chlor_D_BASF_medLeitlinien_D003.pdf ( German) „Wasser verstärkt die oxidative und ätzende Wirkung von Chlor“ (WATER exacerbates the corrosive effect of chlorine (because hydrochlorid acid is formed through the moisture) So why would medical experts then hose down these alleged „chlorine“ victims? Of course they would not. So this too, seenm to confirm that the whole scene was staged. rogerglewis Reply to Cassandra That was an excellent read, thankyou. This is NOT a ‘French’ report. It is an Israeli Zionist pile of black propaganda, no doubt dictated by the CRIF, the de facto government of the slave state formerly known as ‘France’. Doing a little more tunnelling into the Rabbit hole. A Bill Clinton reference to Karl Rove led to some interesting events surrounding the recently pardoned Scooter Libby. http://bfy.tw/AKAh PARTICIPATE CLICK IT http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2018/04/whats-empire-war-machine-ever-done-for_17.html http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2018/04/whats-empire-war-machine-ever-done-for.html @KarlRove https://bit.ly/2HFtLlh opposing Military Industrial Complex isn’t equal2 Putin Apologism. War(s) Crimes of aggression started for false reasons With no proper Investigative & War reporting from corporate media how 2 hold http://bfy.tw/AKAh #warmongerstoaccount 5:26 PM – 17 Apr 2018 https://twitter.com/RogerGLewis/status/986264537547632640 http://www.wetube.io/video/uss-cole-yemen-2000-whats-the-empire-war-machine-ever-done-for-us-uss-libert-2/ Reply to rogerglewis https://theduran.com/british-intelligence-services-are-the-masters-of-propaganda-and-false-flags/ Great Article on the Duran. The criminal group led by the red clown and the old Mare with the skewed muzzle continues the provocations. On Monday, the British representative in the OPCW accused the Russians of non-admission of OPCW experts in Duma. At the same time, the OPCW experts while in Damascus were expecting a solution of the Security Department of the UN, because controlled by the Britons the bandits were instructed to fire at the place where the white helmets organized the performance with a “chemical attack”. At the same time, the United States began to yell that Russian do not allow the OPCW experts to the Duma, seeking to eliminate traces of the “chemical attack”. This gang HIGHLY LIKELY thinks we’re all idiots. The world is already clear that no poisoning of the Tablets was not, as there was no chemical attack by Assad. Clown and Mare managed to negotiate with the Russians and they did not respond to the shelling of Syria. Seeing that the Russian did not respond, the bandits completely insolen. And now they can arrange another chemical provocation and hit in Syria already on the Russians. And is not the fact that the Russian will not answer. This is war. I do not want because of a bunch of idiots, teasing the Russian bear, to a slaughter in which no one will survive. Watching the Commons Statement Yesterday from Theresa May and reflecting overnight I revisited some interactive Dada. https://steemit.com/dumberanddada/@tonefreqhz/so-whats-the-industrial-military-complex-ever-done-for-us-interactivedada-karlrove-actorsinhistory-dumberanddouma We are watching Karl Rove’s actors in history. What is in the grey space and what do we have between our Ears? Kaiama https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/syria-chemical-attack-gas-douma-robert-fisk-ghouta-damascus-a8307726.html A little ray of sunshine ATL. @blackcatte 1] How well do you know and how long have you known Putin? 2] When did you last talk to him? milosevic Reply to Vera Is that the best you can do, troll? Return to your CIA masters. Tell them that you have failed. tomiejones Reblogged this on circusbuoy. The funniest part of Meyssan’s story is that Trump asked DCI Pompeo to investigate the false flag. What a nube. Think it through. They didn’t say cabal, they said agency. DoS is not an agency, it’s a department. ‘Ideologues and cranks?’ ‘Highly placed, but operating subversively within their own governments?’ You are describing CIA. https://ratical.org/ratville/JFK/ST/ That small group of highly placed individuals who did 911? That was CIA and their moles in key departments: Brennan, Blee, Cofer Black, Wilshire, Bikowsky, Bowman. The deep heart of the Russophobic cabal is not some secret society, it’s a longstanding CIA program. These programs look international because CIA uses eyes-only intelligence liaisons to conceal the dirty work they delegate to other countries’ agents. The opposition within CIA is also institutionally chartered. CIA has a routine: dewy-eyed boy scout analysts secretly decry the insanity of the operations people. Then when the shit hits the fan, CIA publishes the anlysis and uses it to blame somebody else. That’s how they blamed Vietnam on the Pentagon, with their tongue-in-cheek Pentagon Papers. And that’s how they blamed Tillerson for their very own CIA plan and conspiracy for war. Reply to Goldmember This is a very promising thesis. I hope you can expand on it. Another angle might be Nixon/Watergate/WaPo. Or Reagan/IranContra/North. Of course, JFK/Vietnam/Oswald goes without saying. Ciaran Goggins Was Calvin a Calvinist? If one believes in double predestination we already know the answer. physicsandmathsrevision Here’s a lecture given to FSB (KGB) students by a Russian professor. He says the world is governed by a “Conceptual Power” that exists above elected governments and that this template has been in place since 1350 B.C.. Very interesting at the very least: Another article by Mr Meyssan refers to the British regime “…is elaborated by an elite gathered around the monarch, outside of any form of popular control…” The idea of a deep state seems too convenient. In every sphere the regime exploits the population for it’s own requirements, if indeed the regime adheres to a nationality. Cold war, hot war are regime terms, all that matters is knowing who not to trust. vexarb Re BZ (British Zyklon?) the following lengthy clip from Saker’s “Curious Incident” discussion reflects OffG’s raison d’etre: that Facts Really ought to be Sacred. The MSM have abandoned this principle, as have the Leaders of F, UK and US regimes among others in the Western world. This is a huge reversal of human progress, and extremely dangerous for the world because the West now has runaway Technology without Ethics. BTL Saker: vot tak on April 16, 2018 · at 1:09 am UTC 14.04.2018 Embassy Press Officer comments on the findings of the Swiss experts regarding the Salisbury incident https://www.rusemb.org.uk/fnapr/6486 “Q. Is there any new information regarding the findings of experts from Switzerland in connection with the Salisbury poisoning? A. According to information from the Swiss Federal Institute for NBC-protection in Spiez, its experts received samples collected in Salisbury by the OPCW specialists and finished testing them on 27 March. The experts of the Institute discovered traces of toxic chemical called “BZ” and its precursors. It is a Schedule 2 substance under the Chemical Weapons Convention. “BZ” is a chemical agent, which is used to temporary incapacitate people. The desired psychotoxic effect is reached in 30-60 minutes after application of the agent and lasts up to four days. According to the information the Russian Federation possesses, this agent was used in the armed forces of the USA, United Kingdom and several others NATO member states. No stocks of such substance ever existed either in the Soviet Union or in the Russian Federation. In addition, the Swiss specialists discovered strong concentration of traces of the nerve agent of A-234 type in its initial states as well as its decomposition products. In view of the experts, such concentration of the A-234 agent would result in inevitable fatal outcome of its administration. Moreover, considering its high volatility, the detection of this substance in its initial state (pure form and high concentration) is extremely suspicious as the samples have been taken several weeks since the poisoning. It looks highly likely that the “BZ” nerve agent was used in Salisbury. The fact that Yulia Skripal and Detective Sergeant Nick Bailey have already been discharged from hospital, and Sergei Skripal is on his way to recovery, only supports such conclusion. All this information was not mentioned in the final OPCW report at all. Considering the above, we have numerous serious questions to all interested parties, including the OPCW.” Sushi on April 16, 2018 · at 3:04 am UTC That statement on the part of RF embassy is good to see as it confirms my own supposition as recorded in Part X. It is always nice to go out on a limb and then discover the rest of the world supports the finding rather than sawing off the limb 🙂 But I believe the big take-away from this event is the fact that the state is no longer held in check by the MSM. This means that the ordinary citizen is paying for an entity which is actively acting to subvert the interests of the citizenry. This is very dangerous. These [truther] articles each get about 10,000 page views. This is a drop in the bucket in comparison to the total voting population of the UK, or France, or FRG or US or CA. If you believe this information is valuable then you should share it. You do not have to agree with all that I have written. It is quite possible I have made errors, drawn incorrect conclusions from the evidence etc, etc. The key issue is that the MSM is not engaged in a review of an incident which, on any degree of review fails on the merits and is quickly exposed as false, deceptive and grounds for vilification of another state which I believe to be innocent of the allegations made against it. If I could find evidence of RF involvement I would gladly write that. But I cannot locate any such evidence. This event is likely to be used to further justify illegal use of force in Syria. If the public comes to the belief that “Bad Vlad” is pulling all the strings then they will accept the march toward global war. The problem is that the person really pulling all the strings is located at Number 10. If bad things happen they have a taxpayer financed bunker to retreat to. The ordinary citizen is not even assured of a working NHS. _So if you find this series of value then address it with your family and other contacts._ https://mobile.twitter.com/caitoz/status/985683664032874496 Link to story cited in prior comment US now explicitly commits itself to stay in Syria for purpose of…..Iran. https://medium.com/@caityjohnstone/nikki-haley-seems-to-be-saying-us-will-remain-in-syria-as-long-as-iran-exists thorella There is a very powerful deep state in the UK. I think its leadership is hidden deep in the Privy Council and enforced by MI5/MI6. It runs a hidden economy financed through crime – fraud against UK taxpayers, foreign countries etc, It controls the judiciary when need be. This speech by Gerald James although old gives some idea; http://zersetzen.wikispaces.com/file/view/Gerald+Reaveley+James.pdf The next link shows the involvement in crime: https://goggzilla.wordpress.com/2017/01/10/not-only-was-the-mets-investigation-into-the-costello-affidavit-a-sham-but-so-was-the-authorities-entire-conduct-of-barry-beardalls-appeal/ intergenerationaltrauma Excellent post Catte. Thanks. There is certainly serious dissension within the ranks of the U.S. establishment or we would not be seeing the various fits and stops and starts that have characterized both Trump’s appointments, and his subsequent removal of various appointed advisors, as well as his erratic foreign policy actions since he entered office. Trump himself was never “the problem” for the collective U.S. deep state, it was Trump’s stated goal of “getting along with Russia” that has prompted close to open warfare between factions of the U.S. ruling class and institutional structures. What is amazing to behold is watching almost the entirety of the leadership of the most powerful Western nations on earth morph before our eyes into a group of slapstick carnival clowns selling snake oil and war as if they were some sort of magic elixir sure to prolong their much cherished Western hegemony. Recent events have pulled the mask off of the facade of “Western democracy” to reveal the grinning death mask of a dying elite power structure, delusional, paranoid and grandiose to the bitter end. flaxgirl Fascinating article but … Seventeen years ago a small group of highly placed individuals in the US government may have engineered or at very least allowed 9/11 to happen for their own geopolitical ends May have? Allowed? How many articles has OffG published on 9/11 that show unequivocally that it was an inside job? Seventeen years later with the vision of hindsight for those of us who did swallow the lies we can see how utterly silly we were. We can see so clearly how steel frame skyscrapers do not collapse symmetrically due to fires, how a band of men armed with boxcutters cannot negotiate the most restricted airspace in the world without an effective stand down – provided so very conveniently by 21 drills occurring on the morning of 9/11, some of which exactly matched the alleged real life events. No further investigation needs to be conducted to know that 9/11 was an inside job – only to sort out the guilty and exactly what happened. In fact, all you need to know that 9/11 was an inside job is the undisputed 2.25 seconds of free fall acceleration in the collapse of WTC-7. That tiny piece of information is all you need. For free fall, the 82 steel support columns must have given way at virtually the same time and for that to have happened only controlled demolition could have been the cause … and controlled demolition can only mean inside job. Reply to flaxgirl 9/11 irrefutably, I would say, was a MOSSAD operation, with US sayanim, and Sabbat Goy involvement, the US side centred on that Zionist Israel First cabal, the ‘neo-conservatives’. Christopher Bollyn does an excellent job of outlining the Zionist ‘ Clash of Civilizations’ and ‘War on (Islam) Terror’ projects, the latter, in particular, an endeavour of Netanyahu’s for decades. Everything that flowed from that event, the genocides in Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, and the destruction inflicted on those unlucky lands, the crucifixion of Syria, the regular, ritual, massacres in Gaza, are all creations of the Zionist elite, and follow closely the strategy outlined in the Oded Yinon Plan of 1982, which was reiterated by Netanyahu in the ‘A Clean Break’ manifesto. Zionist control easily explains May’s involvement, as she is a groveling toady of the Netanyahu regime and the Holy State that sits above mere ‘International Law’. Apparently, when Netanyahu visited Putin in Sochi a year or so ago, and made certain demands on Russia in regard to Syria, and Putin rebuffed him, so great was Netanyahu’s distress at this insubordination by a mere goy that he lost self-control and went a little hysterical. Hence the renewed determination to keep the vivisection of Syria going, and prepare for Holy War on Lebanon and Iran. Of course Bibi’s path is that of the Masada Complex, he being a wannabe zealot ‘hero’, and he seems oblivious to the reality that unending Israeli aggression will only bring about Israel’s destruction, in the manner that it has inflicted ruination on its neighbours for 70 years. Reply to Mulga Mumblebrain “..Let’s be as rigorous about the sceptical argument as we are about the official story.” Absolutely agree. It is quite reasonable for someone to be convinced that, to use a popular argument on this thread, Corbyn is an MI 6 agent but if there is no evidence of this cited not only is it impossible to insist on the ‘irrefutable’ nature of the assertion but to do so is to discredit oneself, the discussion in question and, fairly quickly, the blog in its entirety. It is one of life’s little ironies that off guardian, which insists that we weigh evidence rigorously where claims by the state are concerned, is becoming something of a refuge for assertions based on evidence just as sketchy and circumstantial as those put forward by the likes of Freedland and the BBC. So 9/11 might have been a Mossad operation, just as Putin might have ordered the attack in Salisbury and the White helmets could be well meaning humanitarians discovering gas attacks. Let us see the evidence before we agree that something is irrefutable, even when it is something as clear cut as the fact that Corbyn (already revealed to be a Czech spy, having once had tea with one) has had tea with an MI 6 agent and is therefore, connecting the dots, completely unreliable and no more to be supported than, say, Boris Johnson. The proof being that he did not oppose, we are told the Magnitsky Act, sponsored by his fellow agent (and PLP member) Ian Austin. At any rate the Israeli Embassy can now call off their campaign against Corbyn who is revealed to be almost as big a friend of Israel as Blair- who even Roman Polanski knew was a CI Agent. Reply to bevin Excuse me? Since when have we been guilty of that? the buildings collapsed because they where sub standard shite built by the mafia, who controlled the main contractors including concrete, especially concrete as they still do in Italy several years ago a company called Testwell Laboratories got taken to court in New York for falsified concrete and rebar reports, this is why those buildings collapsed, its called racketeering Donald Trump infact had problems with concrete which was not strong enough, that was reported in the NY Times in 1997, a firm called Laquila supplied the ready mix, interesting name, because its the same name of a town badly damaged in central Italy years ago by an earth quake in 2007 again its stated that the high death toll, over 300 hundred, was due to substandard concrete and mafia infiltration of this industry I’d suggest people look more closely at this side of things before coming up with elaborate theories about how buildings could collapse as they did, its simple really if entire floors had crap substandard concrete and incorrectly placed,or no rebar, plus inspections were falsely made then you’ll end up with a tower of crap, which collapses as it did even after after the buildings were rubble the mafie got involved as they basically stole the scrap and sold it on Reply to always write Ludicrous rubbish, but at least it is inventive. WTC 7 did not collapse from faulty concrete! Reply to BigB have you ever worked on construction sites? i have including bent ones, ones built like shite ,for example it didn’t supprise me when walls collapsed on dodgy PFI schools in Scotland a couple of years ago, ive seen exactly how it could happen as everyone wants to maximise profits and cut corners , tradesmen come and go no one takes responsibility now thats in the UK, think what it would be like on a job been overseen by the mafia? Love your hasbara, old boy. I mean, buildings collapse in New York, every day, because of shoddy building. And the question in regard to the WTC collapses is the failure of the scores of steel beams supporting the building, NOT the concrete. nothing ludicrous about it, the mob controlled the building industry in New York, and thats an absolute fact do you honestly think they stick to building regs? this is a clue they’re called criminals, so they probably don’t, this doesn’t mean that the US government didn’t have some sort of involvement no it simply means you have a sub standard building, more likely to collapse than one properly built Google Talpiot Program This is just a load of ridiculous conjecture. Buildings (like WTC7) do not just collapse symmetrically and at freefall speeds even if the construction is bad. Actually, I do have construction experience, but never mind. Building 7 irrefutably fell, at least to start, in freefall. So do you suggest that the steel frame and concrete completely and catastrophically failed at the same time? So much so that the observable top floor met no resistance at all? That defies logic and the laws of physics. The “piledriver” theory has long been debunked by AE. The concrete from the Twin Towers was atomised to fine dust. That alone rules out fire collapse or weak concrete. As to the Mafia, I believe you are right …but that does not mean that sub-standard building alone caused a sudden and catastrophic failure of three buildings on the same day. And please don’t come back with weakened by burning kerosene hogwash, I haven’t got time today! the concrete was turned to dust because it was substandard poor aggregate and not enough cement, exactly the same thing was seen in the Italian town of L’aquila when buildings collapsed, plus its common knowledge the mafia mixed the stuff, or are you suggesting some sort of “exotic” eplosive was used to destroy all the concrete? If you know anything about building: you will know concrete is inherently weak – particularly in tension. The strength of the building was in the steel frame. To suggest both failed at once is beyond ridiculous. To suggest elements of the building were ejected laterally without adding energy to the system does not compute. It is not necessary to invent a plausible mechanism to refute fire collapse. It is necessary to propose new laws of physics to suggest the concrete fell off three buildings and brought the steel frame down simultaneously. but you’re making the assumption that everything was done right, and not looking at why concrete would turn to dust, in your experience how does concrete turn to dust? please explain it! personally I’m suggesting one thing, which is this, theres a high chance none of it met with any building codes and was under the influence of crime families who made massive profits from the opportunity to exploit the building system in New York you should check out the report by Ronald Goldstock about racketeering and the construction industry in New York all the evidence points to sub standard work and construction practices It’s simple. No amount of substandard construction (for which you produce no evidence) can explain a free fall symmetrical collapse. Your argument is a) evidence-free and b) irrelevant. Do some reading before clogging up this page any more. This hasbara troll is truly poor quality, B. They must be desperate at Hasbara Central. The proposition that ALL the concrete in the WTC towers turned to dust because second-rate is stupid, mendacious and ludicrous enough, but what then of all the steel beams that mysteriously melted as if they were butter cut through with a hot knife? Does the hasbara operative have an equally ludicrous explanation of that? Buildings don’t go rapidly from equilibrium to disequilibrium without a massive input of energy. In Italy, it was an earthquake, in NY, planes alone were not enough. All of the has been covered by AE911. Where’s the guy been for 15 years! In Hasbara College-but he flunked out. There is nothing elaborate whatsoever in claiming WTC-7 came down by classic, controlled demolition, aka, an implosion. It’s irrelevant how substandard its material, how much fire was in it, or how much damage it suffered. The manner of its collapse tells all. Pre- and during- explosions, kink in middle at start, beautiful symmetry, near and partial free fall, complete dismemberment of steel frame and molten metal are all unique characteristics of controlled demolition while there is not even a lick of flame to be seen in videos of the collapse. WTC-7’s collapse by “fire” is the greatest case of the Emperor’s New Clothes the world has ever seen. I’ve done an Occam’s Razor exercise on the collapse of WTC-7 and offered $5,000 to those who support the official story to produce an equivalent exercise favouring the “fire” hypothesis. No one has been able to respond. http://occamsrazorterrorevents.weebly.com/911.html Bevin: if this comment is aimed in part at me, you are deliberately misrepresenting my assertions. No one on this thread, makes the accusation that Jeremy is an MI6 agent …except you. As you say, there is no evidence for this and personally, I do not believe he is. What I have empirically and objectively shown (previously with links) is that he can be co-opted by the Cabinet Office and JIC to conduit faulty intelligence fed to him. That does NOT make him part of the intelligence apparatus, only ancillary to it. To this end, it was interesting to note his actions this weekend: commenting on Syria. For this he sought, but did not get an intelligence briefing as a Privy Councillor. This was quite clear on the Marr show: he talked about “other parties” that may have perpetrated the Douma provocation …but he said “I don’t know, I don’t know” quite a few times. Corbyn “unbriefed” wants an OPCW investigation and a UN mandate to act: which is perfectly reasonable and legal. And probably clears up any false assertion that he is in the full-time employ of MI6? Re: the Magnitsky ammendment. Not only did Corbyn “not oppose” this: he actively promoted it at every opportunity. As I have tried to make clear we already have “Unexplained Wealth Orders” which are analoguous to Magnitsky sanctions. We do not need another Magnitsky ammendment. This was the government position before 6th March. I do not claim that Jeremy is pushing this Act because he IS an MI6 agent: but I can quite clearly show he is pushing it FOR an MI6 agent. Thank if you do not conflate and impute meaning for me. And no, I have not produced “evidence” that Browder is an agent for SIS: but if he is not, he might as well be? Or perhaps you think him an innocent human rights activist as he styles himself. What is irrefutable, empirical, and objective is that this one man is the source of much of the character assassination of Putin (from his “Enemy No1”) and Jeremy is pushing his agenda. Why: I do not know – naivety? Beyond that, I leave the speculation to you. If Ian Austin is an agent, he would be a Mossad agent …but I make no such claim. As for the Israeli Embassy: I have covered that elsewhere in depth. No, they will not call off their campaign. Yes, they already have a hold, and they are not far off gaining a veto control of the Labour disciplinary process: whereby anyone can be suspended on false accusations of anti-semitism: a position Jeremy has backed himself into by his strategy of appeasement. All in all: I would say my assertions are grounded in empiricism, and I have not claimed anything I cannot back up. So facts are sacred: even if that means you do not like them? I suggest immersing yourself in Christopher Bollyn’s excellent videos regarding Israeli planning for just such an operation, to be undertaken to provide the ‘New Pearl Harbor’ that the fanatic Zionist ‘neo-conservatives’ declared presciently would be needed to get the USA to do Israel’s dirty work in destroying the Moslem countries of the MENA. The evidence of Israeli and US sayanim involvement is huge, most circumstantial, but other parts, like the ‘five dancing Israelis’ seen filming the atrocity in real time, are rather more convincing. I read one of Bollyn’s books, can’t remember the title. I take on a lot of his points: but I personally frame such events as transnational, or better still: supra-national. To say it was this or that country alone is not how I view it: the perpetraitors were ultimately working for a “higher cause”! Caitlin Johnstone just did a piece about this: the ultimate beneficiaries form a globalised superclass that is totally amoral and has no allegiance to any particular cause or country. Zinoviev termed this the Westernised “supra-society”. Certainly not every individual: but at the corrupted core – all Western Intelligence agencies serve a cause that transcends the national interest. National security is a line they feed us: the UK as a whole benefits little from our involvement in Syria, and less still, from being embroiled in a Cold War with Russia on the grounds of national defence. It’s all a con! The Zionist elite support other states and their elites only in so far as they serve Israel’s interests, or rather the interests of the Israeli and Diaspora elites. These interests are not those of much of Jewry, or, of course, of any goyim but the collaborative type like May, Micron, Cheney et al. The Zionist elite most certainly do possess global ambitions rooted in Talmudic doctrine. Stop this monomania about “joory”. It’s sub-intelligent racism and not welcome here. Reply to Admin Please don’t misrepresent me. I have stated over and over again that the culprits are the Zionist elites in Israel and the Diaspora, NOT Jews as a whole. Many Jews oppose the nefarious activities of the Zionist elites, and many others are passive, just like all other communities. But in the matter of 9/11 proposing that the Zionists not be mentioned is quite bizarre. In my comments immediately above (the last seven or eight) there are eight ‘Zionists’ and one ‘Jewry’ and that was in the context of asserting that not all Jews support Zionist crimes or benefit from them. Didn’t suggest you shouldn’t “mention” anybody. Check back. Suggested you should stop obsessively littering your posts with queasy refs to “goyim”, “Jewry”, etc Not all Jews are Zionists. Not all Zionists are Jews. We all know that. You know that. Now let it go. Ross Hendry Bollyn is very reliable on 9/11, in my view. @bevin I am sad to see you write that. I have not seen anyone here claiming Corbyn to be an MI6 agent, and it reads as inflationary misrepresentation to say that people have. The Labour bureaucracy is simply overpowered/ outmaneuvered by a very well organised, well connected and well resourced psywar operation, – one that has at least some links to Israel and zionist sympathies. Too many on the Corbyn Left cannot engage with this for fear of being branded racist. Do you refute the accusation of Corbyn’s appeasement? Evidence for Mossad involvement in 9/11 ? There is a heap of evidence, arguably no conclusive evidence, but not far off: ‘First, Bergen, NJ residents saw five people on a white van filming the attacks and visibly celebrating. They had set up their cameras before the first plane hit. Police arrested them. All were Israelis (now referred to as the “dancing Israelis”). Bomb-sniffing dogs reacted as if they had detected explosives, although officers were unable to find anything. The FBI seized the van for further testing. All five were later released at the instigation of Israeli & American Jewish leaders, some in the US Government. Details are still classified. This incident quickly disappeared from the mainstream media, following a brief mention in the New York Times three days after the attacks, that was not followed up. A second van was stopped on the approaches to the George Washington Bridge. As CBS’s Dan Rather said in his live report: “Two suspects are in FBI custody after a truckload of explosives were discovered around the George Washington Bridge. That bridge links New York to New Jersey over the Hudson River. Whether the discovery of those explosives had anything to do with other events today is unclear, but the FBI, has two suspects in hand, said the truckload of explosives, enough explosives were in the truck to do great damage to the George Washington Bridge…“ Those suspects –also Israelis — and the incident then seem to have disappeared from the public record and mainstream media “examinations” <sic.> of 9/11, just like discussions of the first van, the secondary explosions at ground level within WTC-1 and WTC-2, and the precipitous collapse into its own footprint of WTC-7.’ I think that Kevin Ryan has done some of the best work in trying to identify legitimate suspects for 9/11, and proposes a ‘private intelligence network’ which spans several countries (e.g. Saudi Arabia, UAE …). I think there is a strong case made by Sabrosky and others that ‘The Big Wedding’ ‘…wedded Neocon philosophy with 500 years of Atlanticism’. I keep banging the drum that seeks to sound out the need for the Left to come to terms with this history. I contend that they will not ‘get anywhere’ in the 21st century unless or until they do. Reply to mog Does this network include the US/UK or any NATO countries? Catte We’ve successfully proved the official story is a lie, but we haven’t uncovered what actually happened beyond there being foreknowledge and pre-planning of some kind. Who did the planning, how many people knew how much how long before it happened, we do NOT know. Do we? Let’s be as rigorous about the sceptical argument as we are about the official story. Reply to Catte Catte, we do know for absolute certain that WTC-7 came down by controlled demolition, not by fire – it’s a matter of science – and that fact means inside job, however much it was also an outside job. It’s fine to be rigorous but if the facts are staring you right in the face that’s rigour enough. I simply do not understand reluctance to call things out when they’re in your face. It’s not as if a court hearing is necessarily going to give you a better answer, is it, but hopefully there’s going to be one soon where the truth will be revealed, at least as much as necessary. 10 April – Lawyers and Victims’ Families File Petition for Federal Grand Jury Investigation According to the 52-page petition, which is accompanied by 57 exhibits, federal statute requires the U.S. Department of Justice to relay citizen reports of federal crimes to a special grand jury. The unprosecuted crime alleged to have taken place on 9/11 is THE BOMBING OF A PLACE OF PUBLIC USE OR A GOVERNMENT FACILITY — as prohibited under the federal bombing statute or 18 U.S.C. § 2332f — as well as a conspiracy to commit, or the aiding and abetting of, said offense. https://www.ae911truth.org/news/447-lawyers-and-victims-families-file-petition-for-federal-grand-jury-investigation I think Catte was saying we don’t know the people who were involved, etc. but she accepts that the official story is a lie. Reply to Ross Hendry We don’t know who exactly but we know for absolute certain that rogue elements within government were involved. We definitely know it was an inside job, whatever outside involvement there was. How do you explain the ‘five dancing Israelis’ filming the attack as it happened, from Liberty Park in New Jersey? How well-sourced is that? Video? Names? Documentation? 3 of the 5 appeared on an Israeli TV show afterwards where they said they were there to “document the event”. http://abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=123885&page=1 Reply to Google Talpiot Program Is this sinister? Several people filmed the event. No doubt these men could have had connections to Israeli intelligence, but that’s not automatic proof they were in on the plot. Big leap to just assume that. In fact you could argue the last thing any of the key insiders would be doing is advertising their connection by cheering and filming the event from on top of a white van. Not excluding it, just saying it’s not an inevitable conclusion they were involved at all, and certainly no indication there were at the center of anything. “Not excluding it, jut saying it’s not an inevitable conclusion they were involved at all, and certainly no indication there were at the center of anything.” No one is saying they are at the centre of anything. That they were in a position to film, were reportedly celebrating, their story changed multiple times in interviews with law and enforcement and that they were possibly Israeli intelligence all adds up to making it an interesting detail. Especially when all the other evidence of 9/11 is investigated and puts the dancing Israelis in context. LUDICROUS! They knew of the attack, before it happened. Others filming the atrocity were NOT wildly celebrating the deaths of thousands. They were attempting to pose as ‘Arabs’ to defame them. One told one of the arresting police that ‘Your enemy are the Palestinians’. The police found traces of explosives in their van. One or more failed lie-detector tests before they were simply released and allowed to go home to Israel, where they appeared on TV, one admitting to being MOSSAD. Steady on. The source quoted above doesn’t say anything about wild celebration, it just says the five men were looking happy and smiling. That’s a bit weird of itself but don’t exaggerate it into something else. Thats just replacing memes with other memes. Maybe they were involved, but there are many other possibilities, including them simply watching the event with no direct connection at all. What significance do you see in the traces of explosives? Are you suggesting these guys are the ones who wired the WTCs for demolition, and that they had brought the RDX/thermite there in that van, which they didn’t ditch but continued to drive around in? Five guys with no known specialist knowledge, wiring three massive towers for demolition from one small van? You don’t think it was likely a bigger more professional outfit that would do that? One – say – with permits to enter and renovate the towers/enter the lift shafts? Your diversionary tactics are interesting. They were described as ‘dancing, jumping and giving each other ‘high-fives’. Obviously they were overcome with grief. The presence of explosive traces plainly has nothing to do so with the controlled demolition. It just seems odd, and suspicious. No-one at any time suggested that these five did the placing of the controlled demolition charges. Of course it was others, probably Israeli Death Force sappers. And they were NOT ‘just watching’-they were filming it, and from the first aircraft strike. Pretty prescient of them. rogermorris absolutely agreed. the more nuanced reality is where Karl ROVE delivered us..(“We are empire now…we create new realities..”) which is why the adults in Moscow have so far deflected these egregious false flags generated by the MI6 Britprop WhiteHelmets®.con atrocity troupe. Because they KNOW whats going on. Thierry Meysson wrote one of the very first books on false flag 911, the event beginning WW3 (911. The big LIE) He is a voice highly regarded. The ugly intentions of the anglozionist hegamon, loudly expressed as they slapped the Patriot Act into homeland ‘Law’ – to smash the middle East by all and any means (Strategy of Tension [NATO:GLADIO] YINON and ‘Full Spectrum Dominance’ methods/R2P, P2OG, IIO) ushered in on the LIE of 911 casus belli; was not lost on Russian and Chinese intelligence ; nor on anyone listening. In my more optimistic moments I like to believe that Trump and or some players within the deep state are very subtly drawing out and exposing the real power base of the wicked ones within. If the swamp is to be drained it will be a chess game of herculean performance and great focus. Their are good people within the power base structure as well as some very bad ones and it would only take enough of the good to be able to seize control and shift the balance. It has seemed as if the UK have been far to over occupied with dissing Trump. It is always interesting when the media go into non stop vitriol over some one like they have with Trump and It always makes me suspicious. The UK have sure gone to an awful lot of trouble to try to smear Trump. He is after all a real danger for them if he is genuine. If he really does mean what he has said they really must be worried. After all if Hillery had won I think we all realize that things would not be playing out quite so badly for the wicked ones with in the deep state.They would probably have gone into Syria last year and already be well on the way to a full on confrontation with Russia by now. Tim Groves Reply to Kathy For an intriguing, or perhaps I should say “juicy” view of Trump’s chess game with the Deep State, Jerome Corsi is The Man. He has written a book — Killing the Deep State — on this very subject. Here’s his live stream chat from April 14. And here’s an interview in which he talks about his book. https://soundcloud.com/brothercraig/new-york-times-best-selling-author-dr-jerome-corsi-new-book-killing-the-deep-state Reply to Tim Groves Jerome Corsi lol an obvious pro-zionist fraud Very good post! After all it always comes down to the US/UK Neocon Power Elite´s nightmare (including the efforts to get away from Oil Dollar binding): „Geo-Politics: The Core of Crisis and Chaos and the Nightmares of the US Power Elite“ https://wipokuli.wordpress.com/2016/08/01/geo-politics-the-core-of-crisis-and-chaos-the-nightmares-of-the-us-power-elite/ On the 6th March Boris Johnson announced to the House that Russia had poisoned the Skripals – even though it was too early to speculate: Russia definitely dunnit. Immediately in response, although it was too early to speculate, Emily Thornberry likened the attack to Litvinenko and the other 14 suspicious deaths (detailed in the BuzzFeed “From Russia with Blood” investigation). She also put forward a proposal to add a Magnitsky sanctions amendment to the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill “currently upstairs” in the Lords. Shortly after, Yvette Cooper, asked for a re-investigation into the BuzzFeed dossier. Subsequently, both of these were granted. In another part of the House, Bill Browder was giving evidence culture select committee inquiry into fake news. He would later emerge, L Paul Bremer-like to plant the media meme that the first line of inquiry should be assassination. In the light of the current article, if anyone is looking for a UK intelligence coup – tell me that was a coincidence? Follow Browders activities back to Hermitage Capital Management: Browder is a billionaire Cold War instigator …if not THE new Cold War instigator. The opening salvo of the new Cold War was his Magnitsky Act of 2012 (followed by the Global Magnitsky Act of 2016). The BuzzFeed investigation is largely based on his accusations. Putin wants him dead, or so he says. Putin’s offshore $200 billion is a Browder accusation: and the Panama Papers are a Soros/Browder attempt (using OCCRP) to trace money stolen from Hermitage and funneled through to Sergei Roldugin, a cellist and old friend of Putin. Putin is helping Trump in order to protect these secret billions: his number one priority is to get rid of the Magnitsky Act. These and many others are the barely fleshed out Cold War lies that can be tracked back to one man: William Browder – MI6 Agent Solomon. Russiagate: this was an MI6 instigated plot to target Trump and Putin by linking them and denigrating both. The principle agent for this was Christopher Steele. He wrote the Trump Kompromat dossier and back channeled it into the US via John McCain: using former ambassador Andrew Wood in a meeting set up in Canada. According to Julian Assange: UKGov approved the dossier. This was the pillar of the Mueller investigation. The other pillar of Russiagate was the Trump Tower meeting. The salient point is that both these pillars were set up by Brits with security connections. As Elizabeth Vos titled he piece for Disobedient Media: all Russiagate roads lead to London. So what is the chance of Sergei Skripal being a random outsider to this: given that Pablo Miller was his handler? And was that Pablo Miller with the Skripals in Zizzi the day before the BZ poisoning? There is too much to put in a comment: but this is an MI6 plot through and through. The chance that the man poisoned in Salisbury was connected to the cast that brought us Russiagate is vanishingly less than zero. The elite Russophobia can be traced principally to two men: Browder and Steele; both British nationals and both actively working for MI6. Douma seems likely to be a Deus ex machina contrived plot ending to divert from a fake assassination that had lingered in the spotlight for far too long. It was a very British provocation. The sticking point to my analysis is that it was the Labour party and Jeremy Corbyn that pushed the MI6 agenda. That is, if people agree that this was the MI6 agenda: as it seems clear to me. They pushed for the BuzzFeed re-investigation and the Magnitsky sanctions amendment. Jeremy Corbyn even invoked Navalny (MI6 Agent Freedom) for advice: “Alexei Navalny, a Russian opposition party leader who was barred from standing for the Russian presidency and has faced down intimidation of him, his family and his supporters at the hands of the Russian state, has made clear that the most important thing the UK could do to curb the power and punish the actions of Vladimir Putin is to hit his billionaire allies in their pockets. I hope the Prime Minister will listen to that advice.” {Hansard: 26/03/2018}. So I am convinced this is an ongoing MI6 operation, that Capitaine Barril has dubbed Operation Beluga – the plot to discredit Putin. Coming to a park bench near you, soon! Very disappointing to learn of that statement by Corbyn. Very. Kier Starmer outed himself as the Counsel for the crown in the Litvinenko Case. Thornberry and her official Title alluded to by Bojo in the House of Commons and censured for it by The Speaker, Tom Watson always hovering in the background, wheeled out and performing on the Marr Show, same episode as David Davis with the Sick bucket. The Is a COG element within the Shadow Cabinet and then the Neo-Liberal Blairite heir apparent like Ummana on the outside. Who would truly expect the Labour Party even under Corbyn not to be shot through with infiltrators? John Smiths early demise gave us Blair, Corbyn ( god forbid that he goes the way of Olof Palme) would giver us Who. Watson, Starmer, Ummana or David Milliband The Establishment Macron/Trudeau/Rubio clone? Then there’s Dianne Abbot who Is Portillo’s buddy and ex Beau of Jezzer ( The Swordsman) Think The History Man. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcjqNaExUwo ANd This Documentary on Olof Palme is a trailer for the current Plot. I think that this will be memory holed when Parliament meets will be interesting how much May get questioned Trump obviously is compromised Is Jeremy Corbyn? if Corbyn is not compromised then I think we need to be looking out for another Olof Palme incident. The clamour to get rid of Corbyn before the Chilcott Report was huge, that was the Owen Smith leadership challenge, now there’s this new centre party idea as Corbyn cannot be removed they have been banging on about Anti Semitism but that is I think mainly for electoral local elections and a general election. I do think Corbyn is in Great Danger. Continuity of Government, Dramatic Continuity One Way out of the Bottle http://www.super-smart-democracies.co.uk/the-supercompetent-alternative-to-neoliberalism/the-powell-memorandum-the-success-of-neoliberalism-and-the-change-equation/ Not This. “John Smiths early demise gave us Blair”. The John Smith who was a three times Bilderberg attendee and on their Steering Committee…. certainly Barril is highly convincing re Op Beluga and the use of mysterious poisons and occurence of time-delayed deaths and a few recoveries strongly points to a continuing operation aimed against Putin. I think readers interested in Meyssan’s analysis should read two other supplementary pieces, that fit together to give an overall possible shape of a UK/US conspiracy linking Salisbury to Ghouta: Elijah Magnier’s latest here:https://ejmagnier.com/2018/04/15/the-us-secret-plan-on-damascus-foiled-the-russian-role-before-and-after-the-us-uk-france-attack-revealed/ Sputnik or Global research write up of Fars news agency account of captured U.K. operatives in Ghouta here: https://sputniknews.com/military/201804121063460158-british-forces-syria-ghouta/ ing08 next Wed. some questions to the PM. What is Porton Downs product and how much of it is being sold to other countries. Are US interests in PD. selling their research products to other countries? Have, during the last 7 years any of PD’s products been sold to Syria, Saudi paid for mercenaries and ior other rebel groups in Syria? Has PD, directly or indirectly, ever been in business or trading with Sergei Skripal? Should the two non signatory countries to OPCW treaties, the US and Israel, be sanctioned and shut out of OPCW business, its certifications and ‘unbiased’ ehem, inspections until both countries have signed up. Should these countries be removed from UNSC for the same reasons? until they have signed the treaties and agree to an inspection regime? Reply to ing08 These are definitely the kinds of questions that would be good to hear coming from Corbyn. It would probably send the house into a hissyfit and the media into anti Corbyn melt down but someone aught to be asking them. Corbyn, a sort of Anglo Sanders Trojan Horse, would never ask such cogent questions in a fit. I thought he was hemmed in by the Blairites, but I suspect that he has been yet another sham like Obama, Sanders, Trump etc, all along. The system is water-tight and irreformable. The rich owners of society make ALL the decisions and their political stooges put them into effect, and the drones must be brainwashed to think they live in a ‘democracy’-the saddest, sickest, joke of all. It’s so disappointing, isn’t it? Wouldn’t it be great if, for once, when someone got to the top they lived up to what they seemed to promise. @flaxgirl. Putin has got to the top — and his foes are the first to admit that he means what he says. In my day Attlee and MacMillan were like that. Some other countries might add a few such examples, but they are rare. Why else did Diogenes carry his lamp? “Where may the weary eye decline / When gazing on the great? There was a time l When Earth was Gaul’s, Gaul thine / Thou mightst have ….” — Byron, Ode to Napoleon. Reply to vexarb My analysis leads me to believe that the whole Russophobia farrago is a concocted anti-Putin campaign: instigated because he would NOT be controlled. He was put in power by the Russian oligarchy to be another Yeltsin. Until he “turned” and locked up Khordokovsky …even just after, Browder et al were singing his praise. Putin is not a “yes” man or a puppet: which is why we have to suffer this interminable anti-Russian bullshit that serves virtually no one. This is a simulated ideological war that will not conclude unless the financial oligarchy get their hands on Russia’s resources: preferably for free! They are weeded out long before that. If one sneaked through, they’d be set up, or killed as a last resort. See Palme, Chavez, Chris Hani, scores of Palestinian leaders (not all paragons of course)JFK after he stopped obeying orders etc. Corbyn looks like a melange of Trojan Horse and coward. Corbyn can’t go full guns blazing and openly say the truth on all matters – just not politically feasible. His voting record certainly suggests he is more “for real” than Sanders ever was. Definitely the best choice at present. John Marks Yep, the Syrian Army has found many chemical weapons stashes in the recently liberated suburbs of east Damascus (Saqba being one). And, embarrassingly, supplies have come from Michigan, the Ruhr and . . . Porton Down! Pictures of the canisters have been posted, serial numbers and all. ” …the deep heart of the Russophobic cabal is too dogma-driven and infested with idiots to understand the real world results of their plans. ” In normal circumstances these people would be kept under control. But these are extraordinary times in the UK. The convergence of Brexit issues with the weakness of the Tory government in the face of Corbyn’s rather old fashioned socialist programme means that the government is desperate for an easy deliverance. And the extreme elements within The Establishment are thus in a position to get away with ‘cunning plans’ of the sort that Baldric, the model of bungling courtiers, famously, concocted. The situation in the US is not very different; there too the government hangs by a thread and the grown ups are deeply divided between the pros, centred on the Pentagon and the neo-con maniacs centred in the media business and the Intelligence oligarchs who keep it going. As to France, the situation there is completely attributable to the idiocy of the ‘left’ indulging in its irrational fear of the phantom of Action Francaise and Petain while merrily letting the real fascism of Macron in the front door. Now Macron is reprising the role of mini-Napoleon while the National Assembly is full of his unlettered cronies. Unlike the World Trade Centre buildings this empire is about to collapse without the explosives needed to ensure that it falls into its own footprint- very messy, very dirty and very dangerous. Unlike the World Trade Centre buildings this empire is about to collapse without the explosives needed to ensure that it falls into its own footprint — very messy, very dirty and very dangerous. Without explosives, none of the WTC buildings would have collapsed at all, much less into their own basements. Perhaps a better metaphor would be to say that in this case, the Empire’s administrators have inadvertently undermined its foundations, due to to their own arrogance, stupidity, incompetence, and greed, thus ensuring that it will collapse by toppling over sideways, crushing whatever and whoever is unlikely enough to be within the zone of destruction. As to France, the situation there is completely attributable to the idiocy of the ‘left’ indulging in its irrational fear of the phantom of Action Francaise and Petain while merrily letting the real fascism of Macron in the front door. Now Macron is reprising the role of mini-Napoleon History always repeats itself: the first time as tragedy, the second time as farce, the third time as idiocy of the “left”… https://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/1852/18th-brumaire/ch01.htm Reply to milosevic Now Macron is reprising the role of mini-Napoleon. Wouldn’t that make him Napoleon the Turd? Only in Ireland… 😉 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Napoleon_III Men make their own history, but they do not make it as they please; they do not make it under self-selected circumstances, but under circumstances existing already, given and transmitted from the past. The tradition of all dead generations weighs like a nightmare on the brains of the living. And just as they seem to be occupied with revolutionizing themselves and things, creating something that did not exist before, precisely in such epochs of revolutionary crisis they anxiously conjure up the spirits of the past to their service, borrowing from them names, battle slogans, and costumes in order to present this new scene in world history in time-honored disguise and borrowed language. Thus Luther put on the mask of the Apostle Paul, the Revolution of 1789-1814 draped itself alternately in the guise of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, and the Revolution of 1848 knew nothing better to do than to parody, now 1789, now the revolutionary tradition of 1793-95. In like manner, the beginner who has learned a new language always translates it back into his mother tongue, but he assimilates the spirit of the new language and expresses himself freely in it only when he moves in it without recalling the old and when he forgets his native tongue. When we think about this conjuring up of the dead of world history, a salient difference reveals itself. Camille Desmoulins, Danton, Robespierre, St. Just, Napoleon, the heroes as well as the parties and the masses of the old French Revolution, performed the task of their time – that of unchaining and establishing modern bourgeois society – in Roman costumes and with Roman phrases. The first one destroyed the feudal foundation and cut off the feudal heads that had grown on it. The other created inside France the only conditions under which free competition could be developed, parceled-out land properly used, and the unfettered productive power of the nation employed; and beyond the French borders it swept away feudal institutions everywhere, to provide, as far as necessary, bourgeois society in France with an appropriate up-to-date environment on the European continent. Once the new social formation was established, the antediluvian colossi disappeared and with them also the resurrected Romanism – the Brutuses, the Gracchi, the publicolas, the tribunes, the senators, and Caesar himself. Bourgeois society in its sober reality bred its own true interpreters and spokesmen in the Says, Cousins, Royer-Collards, Benjamin Constants, and Guizots; its real military leaders sat behind the office desk and the hog-headed Louis XVIII was its political chief. Entirely absorbed in the production of wealth and in peaceful competitive struggle, it no longer remembered that the ghosts of the Roman period had watched over its cradle. But unheroic though bourgeois society is, it nevertheless needed heroism, sacrifice, terror, civil war, and national wars to bring it into being. And in the austere classical traditions of the Roman Republic the bourgeois gladiators found the ideals and the art forms, the self-deceptions, that they needed to conceal from themselves the bourgeois-limited content of their struggles and to keep their passion on the high plane of great historic tragedy. Similarly, at another stage of development a century earlier, Cromwell and the English people had borrowed from the Old Testament the speech, emotions, and illusions for their bourgeois revolution. When the real goal had been achieved and the bourgeois transformation of English society had been accomplished, Locke supplanted Habakkuk. Karl Marx, The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte AntonyI Please don’t insult the legacy of Napoleon. Apart from fighting too much he left a positive legacy of promoting better laws, science, civic administration etc. he came out of a Revolution against the Ancient Regime of monarchy, aristocracy and clergy. Micron is a planted Deep State maverick and thus a status quo keeper. http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2018/04/zionism-calvanism-and-jewish-national.html Theresa May the new Lord Protector of The Commonwealth Aha Moment The Calvanist Strain in Neo-Liberal Misanthropy penny drops. http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/04/timonism-calvanist-strain-in-neo.html What on earth is “Calvanism” and “Calvanist”? If the author meant Calvinism and Calvinist, he/she cannot be taken seriously if he/she cannot spell it right. This policy ought to be much more widely applied than it usually is. Why should people who have not achieved even basic literacy be accorded any attention or respect at all, once they’re older than twelve? Oh a Grammar/Spelling Nazi, get a life. If you have a point to make make it. Your trivial brain fart I am afraid is just that a silly little outburst from someone who might benefit from engaging with the clear meaning of what is presented in the Links. Troll alert! Not Good enough, make an argument a simple spelling error does not count as any sort of rebuttal I’m afraid. You completely missed my point, it flew way over your head! LOL! Why should people who write “LOL!” be accorded any attention or respect at all, once they’re older than twelve? Why should people who can’t keep up with common expressions used by adults on the internet be accorded any attention or respect at all? It beat’s me why people feel they need to keep up with internet acronyms any more than with the Kardashians. make an argument a simple spelling error does not count as any sort of rebuttal I’m afraid I think you’ve made the point yourself, as not only correct spelling, but also proper grammar and punctuation seem to be beyond you. Why should people who use “not only… but also” be accorded any attention or respect at all (unless they happen to be Peter Cook and Dudley Moore) when on most occasions a shorter and crisper sounding “as well as” or a string of “and”s would convey the same idea more concisely and with less verbosity, pomposity and rhetorical baggage? I’m afraid you’ve lost me, as I fail to see how your suggested alternatives would convey the same idea at all, much less “more concisely and with less verbosity, pomposity and rhetorical baggage”. Oh a Grammar/Spelling Nazi As opposed to a grammar/spelling idiot, of course. It’s fairly rare that grammar/spelling idiots manage to contain their idiocy to that single endeavour. Slightly better, Still not an argument though. The Calvinist point regarding evangelical and Puritan Zionism and also the foundations of Western Capitalism/Imperialism/Mercantilism is a very real one. I am intrigued as to why you seem to be unwilling to deal with the argument. I prefer to spend my time reading the arguments of people who have taken the trouble to learn to write properly, as experience suggests that the quality of the argument is, more often than not, correlated with the quality of the writing. Why should I assume that somebody who not only doesn’t know how to spell “Calvin”, but more importantly, won’t spend ten seconds to look it up, has anything interesting to say on the subject? Such inferences may sometimes be wrong, although less often than they are right. I’m sure I’m not the only person who is occasionally dissuaded from reading things that might have been interesting and useful, by the illiterate style of writing in which they are expressed. Sadly, I have no intention of changing this policy, because in most cases it prevents me from wasting my time on essays whose factual and logical quality closely match their spelling, punctuation, and grammar. People who expect to be taken seriously, should take care to write as if they did. If they for some reason believe that this is beneath them, that’s their problem, not mine. They have no claim on my time, attention, or energy. If what they think they have to say wasn’t worth their effort to write properly, why is it supposed to be worth my effort to read it? Fair enough, it’s your choice. You read rather a lot into an absence of punctuation and spelling errors. That, says rather more about you than those who incur your Ire. You read rather a lot into an absence of punctuation and spelling errors. I don’t see why I should have to repeat myself, so I’ll just quote: “experience suggests that the quality of the argument is, more often than not, correlated with the quality of the writing.” “I have no intention of changing this policy, because in most cases it prevents me from wasting my time on essays whose factual and logical quality closely match their spelling, punctuation, and grammar.” That, says rather more about you than those who incur your ire. Yes, it says “They have no claim on my time, attention, or energy.” Apparently you don’t read very well, either, because nowhere did I say that bad writers incurred my ire. They incur my disinterest and inattention, which are surely mine to bestow as I see fit, based, as I said, on past experience. Unless you think this should be something other than a rhetorical question: “If what they think they have to say wasn’t worth their effort to write properly, why is it supposed to be worth my effort to read it?” The gentleman doth protest too much, methinks. The failure to follow an established spelling convention in the matter of a name—especially the name of a foreigner that is spelt in several different ways in any case (John Calvin, Jean Calvin, Jehan Cauvin)—hardly amounts to illiteracy. It may be indicative of a person whose education has not been sufficiently completed or of an uncorrected keyboard typo, but you do the person an injustice by claiming in effect that they are unable to read or write. If you want to be strict about precise spelling, you should for the sake of consistency be equally strict about precise word definitions. In view of the strict definition of illiteracy as the inability to read and/or write, the phrase you used—”an illiterate style of writing”—is clearly and unequivocally oxymoronic. I wouldn’t normally bother to point this out but as you seem such a stickler for holding other people to rules, I am sure you’ll appreciate being corrected on this matter. or of an uncorrected keyboard typo It ceases to be plausibly explained as a typing error when it occurs two or more times incorrectly, but never correctly. John Calvin, Jean Calvin, Jehan Cauvin A perceptive person might notice that all three of those alternatives use the spelling “vin”, whereas none of them use “van”. In view of the strict definition of illiteracy as the inability to read and/or write, the phrase you used — “an illiterate style of writing” — is clearly and unequivocally oxymoronic. As a functionally literate person might understand from the prevalence of the term “functionally illiterate”, illiteracy is a matter of degree, rather than absolute. If I had said “illiterate writing”, rather than “illiterate style of writing”, you might have a point. But I didn’t, and you don’t. See what you did there? You introduced a new concept of “functionally illiteracy” into the argument and attempted to imply an equivalency between it and the concept of “illiteracy”. A functionally illiterate person might let you get away with that because of their understanding of the difference between the two concepts, while a genuine actual authentic bone fide illiterate person would be thinking “what do all those lines of printed symbols mean? Also, If what you stated about literacy being a matter of degree rather than an absolute skill like the ability to take a pee was true, then all of us would be functionally illiterate to some degree since none of us understands everything that has ever been written and none of us produces perfectly syntactically correct writing all the time, which in turn would make it incorrect to use “functional illiteracy” in the way you have done as a synonym for “not being able to read or write very well.” Oh dear! It’s difficult to know where to begin. Here we have two “if” clauses in one sentence, which at the very least invites misunderstanding, plus the misuse of “right” where the correct adverb is “correctly”, and the use of the singular “is” before “Calvanism” and “Calvanist” where the correct form of the verb is “are”. It’s fifty years since I was last wrapped on the knuckles by nuns for making elementary syntactical errors and/or misjudgments of the kind demonstrated above, but I still wince when I see them in print, particularly when they have been made by somebody in the process of pompously character assassinating a stranger on the basis of a spelling mistake. Where IS Lynne Truss when you need her? I apologize for English being only my fourth language. No need at all to apologize. In fact, I’m almost envious as it means you never had to endure English lessons given by nuns. When I was eleven, my mother wanted me to go to a nun-run boarding school for girls. I looked her straight in the eyes and told her that if she sent me there, after two weeks I would run away and she would never see me again. That was that! Instead, I chose a progressive school – Frensham Heights. It wasn’t too bad, but had I known about Summerhill, that’s the school I would have chosen. Here we have two “if” clauses in one sentence, which at the very least invites misunderstanding Perhaps I’m less imaginative than you are, but I can’t see how the sentence is question could be understood differently than its author intended. compare: “If you’re driving at night, you’re likely to crash if your headlights are not working.” I defy you to misunderstand that. the misuse of “right” where the correct adverb is “correctly” I suggest to you that the use of “right” as an adverb is perfectly colloquial, and has been so for a long time, even if not approved by whatever grammar handbook you regard as authoritative. the use of the singular “is” where the correct form of the verb is “are” If you were to ponder the relative frequency of the colloquial expressions “What on earth is that?” and “What on earth are they?”, that might suggest a reason for choosing one over the other, even in circumstances where technical considerations of grammar might suggest the alternate choice. “No Passion in the world is equal to the passion to alter someone else’s draft” H G Wells What is your point (if any)? It’s an English thing. Very few non-natives would understand it even if great pains were taken to explain it to them. précisément. By the way, I got 100% in both Cambridge English and French O level. A couple of years later, I dropped out because my teachers couldn’t cope, didn’t have the adequate training, with children with a score higher than 132 on the Stanford–Binet test. I was bored to tears, so I entered a far more interesting school – the school of life in which I devoured books and experiences. In this case, nobody proposed to alter anybody else’s draft. They proposed that they might draw inferences about the quality of the argument from the quality of the writing, and direct their attention and interest elsewhere. This insistence on determining for themselves what opinions to regard or disregard, on criteria based on past experience, hardly qualifies them as “Nazis”, although people who propose that they have no right to do so, might fairly be described as such. The Ultimate Stratagem (XXXVIII) A last trick is to become personal, insulting, rude, as soon as you perceive that your opponent has the upper hand, and that you are going to come off worst. It consists in passing from the subject of dispute, as from a lost game, to the disputant himself, and in some way attacking his person. It may be called the argumentum ad personam, to distinguish it from the argumentum ad hominem, which passes from the objective discussion of the subject pure and simple to the statements or admissions which your opponent has made in regard to it. But in becoming personal you leave the subject altogether, and turn your attack to his person, by remarks of an offensive and spiteful character. It is an appeal from the virtues of the intellect to the virtues of the body, or to mere animalism. This is a very popular trick, because every one is able to carry it into effect; and so it is of frequent application. Now the question is, What counter-trick avails for the other party? for if he has recourse to the same rule, there will be blows, or a duel, or an action for slander. It would be a great mistake to suppose that it is sufficient not to become personal yourself. For by showing a man quite quietly that he is wrong, and that what he says and thinks is incorrect – a process which occurs in every dialectical victory – you embitter him more than if you used some rude or insulting expression. Why is this? Because, as Hobbes observes,17 all mental pleasure consists in being able to compare oneself with others to one’s own advantage. Nothing is of greater moment to a man than the gratification of his vanity, and no wound is more painful than that which is inflicted on it. Hence such phrases as “Death before dishonour,” and so on. The gratification of vanity arises mainly by comparison of oneself with others, in every respect, but chiefly in respect of one’s intellectual powers; and so the most effective and the strongest gratification of it is to be found in controversy. Hence the embitterment of defeat, apart from any question of injustice; and hence recourse to that last weapon, that last trick, which you cannot evade by mere politeness. A cool demeanour may, however, help you here, if, as soon as your opponent becomes personal, you quietly reply, “That has no bearing on the point in dispute,” and immediately bring the conversation back to it, and continue to show him that he is wrong, without taking any notice of his insults. Say, as Themistocles said to Eurybiades – Strike, but hear me. But such demeanour is not given to every one. As a sharpening of wits, controversy is often, indeed, of mutual advantage, in order to correct one’s thoughts and awaken new views. But in learning and in mental power both disputants must be tolerably equal: If one of them lacks learning, he will fail to understand the other, as he is not on the same level with his antagonist. If he lacks mental power, he will be embittered, and led into dishonest tricks, and end by being rude. The only safe rule, therefore, is that which Aristotle mentions in the last chapter of his Topica: not to dispute with the first person you meet, but only with those of your acquaintance of whom you know that they possess sufficient intelligence and self-respect not to advance absurdities; to appeal to reason and not to authority, and to listen to reason and yield to it; and, finally, to cherish truth, to be willing to accept reason even from an opponent, and to be just enough to bear being proved to be in the wrong, should truth lie with him. From this it follows that scarcely one man in a hundred is worth your disputing with him. You may let the remainder say what they please, for every one is at liberty to be a fool – desipere est jus gentium. Remember what Voltaire says: La paix vaut encore mieux que la verite. Remember also an Arabian proverb which tells us that on the tree of silence there hangs its fruit, which is peace. It seems you started at stategem 38. http://coolhaus.de/art-of-controversy/erist38.htm La paix vaut encore mieux que la verite. Thank You, Tim Groves, for your informative and helpful pedagogy. A last trick is to become personal, insulting, rude, as soon as you perceive that your opponent has the upper hand, and that you are going to come off worst. It consists in passing from the subject of dispute, as from a lost game, to the disputant himself, and in some way attacking his person. That’s pretty rich, coming from the person who denounced others as “Grammar/Spelling Nazis”. correctly kəˈrɛk(t)li in a way that is true, factual or appropriate; accurately. “she correctly answered eight questions” synonyms: accurately, right, rightly, faithfully, unerringly, precisely, exactly, faultlessly, flawlessly, perfectly, without error, without flaws; informalspot on, bang on; informalon the money; datedaright edited by Admin to correct coding Ooops, messed up my html tags. It should have read right, of course. Way past my bedtime here in the City of Calvin where I live! Not sure how many languages you speak, but in listing your alleged IQ and academic achievements, the advice a Swede would give you is ‘skryt lagom’. Reply to JJA @ EVERYONE INVOLVED IN THIS POINTLESS DEBATE ABOUT GRAMMAR: Our comments almost never need moderating, almost never get stuck in sniping and almost never get cheap and personal. Congrats on achieving all three in this dreadful distraction of a conversation. Stop. It’s not worthy of you. Robbobbobin Lot of scrolling needed here. far åt helvete för guds skull! John Calvin's Ghost Sorry for the pedantry but it’s ‘Calvinism’ not ‘Calvanism’. Reply to John Calvin's Ghost Thank you, If I could correct the Spelling I would. I do of course refer to the Puritan Cleric. Calvin. http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/03/globalisation-un-entangled-found-poem.html ESCHATOLOGY END TIMES PROPHESY PROBLEM REACTION SOLUTION SCARE THE SHIT OUT OF EM AND KEEP EM POOR CALVIN SAID Belloc characterised the Reformation as ´´a rising of the rich against the poor´´, ´and indeed Calvin had written the unfortunate statement: ´´The people must always be kept in poverty in order that they remain obedient´´. Tripartite accords of old, a Gold Standard As Piggs Shit Brics and Lutheran Shards profer Gaping anuses and Calvinist certainties Divine Providence and eminent domain democracy perverted. Zionism, Calvinism and the “Jewish national home” in Palestine into a “Jewish Commonwealth” Zionism, Calvinism and the “Jewish national home” in Palestine into a “Jewish Commonwealth” (Theresa May the new Lord Protector?) Url has the Sp permanently. Timonism, The Calvinist strain in Neo Liberal Misanthropy. Zionism, The Money Power Usury and The Petro Dollar. Fall of the Roman Empire 2.0. Jean Calvin was not a Puritan. Jean Calvin was a leader of the Swiss protestant reformation. Reformed and Presbyterian churches trace themselves from his reforms, while others including Congregationalist and Baptist and the English Puritans draw on his theology. Thank You for that. Do you see the influence of and SImilarity to Chosenness In Judaism and Unconditional Election In Calvinist Theology? Government structures and conventional pieties all hold on to the DNA of the creation of Modern States and disestablishment of the church from state is something of a paper tiger. Free Will and determinism as age-old adversaries explains much of the ideology in political belief systems. David Graeber puts it this way. the underside of the Western tradition “Western philosophy, after all, really begins with the quarrel between Heraclitus and Parmenides; a quarrel that Parmenides won. As a result, from almost the very start, the Western tradition marked itself by imagining objects that exist, as it were, outside of time and transformation. So much so that the obvious reality of change has always been something of a problem.” David Graeber. p.19. http://www.commoner.org.uk/10graeber.pdf http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/06/uk-general-election-2017-top-of-bill.html Meyssan’s article here https://wikispooks.com/wiki/Document:Who_is_the_Enemy%3F chimed with Graeber’s idea which I first encountered in his Commoner article. And Also Zarlengas Ideas in Lost Science of Money. 180 The Lost Science Of Money https://archive.org/details/StephenZarlengaTheLostScienceOfMoneyScan44Mb “utmost need” all things were considered as held in common, and any- one in the utmost need could take the goods held in abundance by anoth- er for the preservation of his life. Clearly much of today’s commerce would not measure up to the Scholastic’s standards of justice in trade. THE SCHOLASTIC VIEW OF MONEY The Scholastics concentrated more on economic than monetary rea- soning, but still had the most advanced theoretical concept of money of the period, except perhaps for those involved in banking. Two basic views on money were shared by most Scholastics. First, they correctly maintained that there was a distinction between money and capital goods. While this distinction, even made by Aristotle, is the first key step necessary to advance monetary thought, it is a point that Calvin’s Reformation found critical to dispute. Thus we find a relentless attack against Aristotle, over the 16 th , 17 th and 18 th centuries. In the 20 th century the advocates of usury, or capitalism, such as Ayn Rand, have taken a different tack, appearing to embrace Aristotle, while obscuring or ignoring his monetary message. ” With Bojos reference on Marr earlier to a Carthaginian Peace http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/07/ceterum-censeo-carthaginem-esse.html A fifth Language? Swedish is my fifth language. Pictures are worth a thousand words. The internet as a medium is difficult as eye contact and body language say so much. I imagine you wrote that with a smile and I am also smiling. Not smiling emptily but with my eyes. You have a very fertile imagination! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvgaxQGPg7I thought you might like this. Hoping for a sunny Monday as changing to summer tyres/(tires(sic)) on my car today. http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/09/social-conditioning-and-conventional.html I tend towards seeing the Universe as being both a hologram and a torus. My tendency to seeing the universe as a torus and a hologram inspired me to create this video ten years ago: A fifth language? You’re not Melania Trump, by any chance? Goodness no – I speak all five languages without a trace of a foreign accent! Melania speaks enough of her five languages for catching sugar daddies – not my style at all! Was Calvin a Calvinist? That’s a vexed question. Just like Martin Luther who would fight Satan at night by throwing his feces all over his bedroom, Calvin was mad. That’s Funny, it’s how I imagine Neo-Liberalism, two extremes and no centre. Authentic Discourses on Decisions to Act. A golden Rule in folklores Canon holds what’s sauce for the goose is sauce for the Gander do unto others that which to you would be done thus applied in discussion, we should always avoid slander. Leave at the first introduction the habits of Authority and induction When those listening seem deaf to what you tell refrain if you please from poisoning the well if your working hypothesis requires certitude refrain from tailoring cloth that renders the emperor nude If to your point, you wish others to allude refrain from a hypocritical sneering attitude. When your correspondent appeals to evidence consider their sources, were they well meant? In all matters, scepticism will serve you with equivalence and always remember to mistrust the Government. “man müsse das Volk stets in Armuth erhalten, damit es gehorsam bleibe.”(2) Belloc characterised the reformation as ´´a rising of the rich against the poor´´,(1) ´´The people must always be kept in poverty in order that they remain obedient´´.(2) p.198 Lost Science of Money.(1) https://archive.org/stream/johanncalvinsein01kamp/johanncalvinsein01kamp_djvu.txt (2) http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2017/05/authentic-discourses-on-decisions-to-act.html All of you pendants might enjoy this if you do not already know it. http://coolhaus.de/art-of-controversy/ For myself, I return to Epictetus. When any person harms you, or speaks badly of you, remember that he acts or speaks from a supposition of its being his duty. Now, it is not possible that he should follow what appears right to you, but what appears so to himself. Therefore, if he judges from a wrong appearance, he is the person hurt, since he too is the person deceived. For if anyone should suppose a true proposition to be false, the proposition is not hurt, but he who is deceived about it. Setting out, then, from these principles, you will meekly bear a person who reviles you, for you will say upon every occasion, “It seemed so to him.” http://classics.mit.edu/Epictetus/epicench.html http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2016/07/democracy-discourse-epictetus-stoicism.html I could have sworn it was Galvinism. The ‘Electric Messiah’ and all that. johnplatinumgoss I cannot see how the Skripal case can vanish into thin air. Some day, short of their execution, the very thing Russia was accused of trying to do, they are going to speak to someone. Our spooks are going to have to answer a lot of questions and it could cause the downfall of May’s government. The Douma Hospital affair has already been shown to be fake. There was never rationale for an attack, and it seems likely that Putin allowed Trump some face-saving grace after showing him the truth. Reply to johnplatinumgoss There´s already a “Where is Julia?” roll going, especially in northern England. While BoJo is described as a clown, May is described as a witch who kidnaps young women to steal their good looks. Unless Julia is allowed at least a free interview, this will swell to a tsunami and drown May and her skulking, cowardly cabinet. Reply to John Marks A large enough public outcry would just cause the psychopaths to panic and kill her, a ‘dreadful relapse’ caused by a ‘time delay mechanism’ in the toxin, or perhaps ‘psychic warfare’ directed by Ras-Putin himself, from his lair in the Kremlin. Ras-Putin himself, from his lair in the Kremlin That’s good, I’m going to remember that. wardropper They won’t speak to anyone if the threats are substantial enough. I’m not holding my breath waiting for their version of events. archie1954 I am shocked that the intelligence (pardon the pun\|) agencies of the leading Western nations continue to hatch ridiculous plans guaranteed to fail, in this age of instantaneous communication and information disclosure. When we have Assange, Manning, Snowden and Kirkou willing to put their lives on the line to help prevent WWIII, then these agency liars in chief don’t have a chance. Reply to archie1954 But just look at where Snowden and Assange are today. . . I don’t think the hatchers of ridiculous plans are too concerned about them. Putin’s reputation “to friend and foe alike”: the man who says what he means and means what he says. From the Saker BTL: Grieved on April 14, 2018 · at 12:14 am UTC Saker, I think there’s a much bigger message coming from the US tonight, revealed by the extraordinary care the US took not to cross a Russian red line. It seems that the US executive believes that Russia will respond without hesitation if a clearly communicated red line is crossed. In fact, the attack may have crossed a red line slightly [but withdrew?], it’s not clear yet. The attack appears to have been scheduled for 3 waves, and stopped after 2 waves – I think – when Russian planes took to the air. it’s not clear where they were going. We’ll learn more about this. What matters is that the US has proved that it won’t cross a Russian red line. This is vast and welcome news. The fact that they were in communication to clarify the lines, talks to me of a wider gameplan beyond their public posturing… Vex: have you seen any more on the B-1 bombers traced to al-Tanf? Because unless I am very much mistaken, if a B-1 can take off from there that is a big development. It would look as though al-Tanf is the capital of the FUKUSA occupation? I agree on this. I they have runways for B-1 bombers , it means 4000 meter heavy duty runway. When did they build that ? http://letthemconfectsweeterlies.blogspot.se/2018/04/syria-illegal-strikes-aftermath-mission.html I think Meysanns analysis is very strong, his work is heavily shadowbanned and there is a good reason for that https://wikispooks.com/wiki/Thierry_Meyssan Trump is Clearly fully on Board with Netanyahu and the Greater Israel Plan and Ryan Dawsons video is very insightful as to the strategic purpose of a sighting shot. This is only just getting going, The Neo-Cons want to get at Iran and so do Israel. There is a Challenge to Petro Dollar hegemony, the Petro Yaun, The New Silk Road and an Unsustainable bubble in all of the Wests Rigged Markets. Expect some assassinations both Character and Physical further false Flags and further intrigues when the Us Carrier Group continues to the Gulf. Cast your minds back to the Parliament Vote against action in Syria, the media was stymied as all the pre-prepared narratives had to go on hold. As Mac Millan said Events Dear Boy Events. Harry Law The idea put forward by Chris Leslie MP in a question to PM May [see your link] and rightly rebuffed by her [although she said she would look at it] that some way must by found to limit the Russian veto at the UNSC. The veto is baked in the cake, no Russian veto, no UN. China would see to that, besides combined Russia/Chinese populations over 1.5 billion, USA, UK, French combined populations Approx 450 million. Reply to Harry Law Exactly. I’m not so convinced by Thierry Meyssan on this occasion and others. He is too conspiratorial at times. Tillerson seemed to be one of the more sane members of the US Cabinet. On the other hand I would not be surprised if “another agency” (conspiring with “another country or countries” and a British “agency”) might have been planning a massive chemical weapons attack in Syria to provoke Trump into attacking Syria and that this was connected to the Skripal affair. What would be the point of trying to unseat Russia? As you indicate HL, China is the elephant in the room here. It would feel very isolated among the permanent members of the SC without Russia, so it is not going to allow this to happen. It would also be opposed by many non-aligned countries that increasingly (if not always) see the West as the problem. If the Russian veto goes, why not the US veto? And then who will protect Israel from censure on UNSC when, as it has recently, it embarks on another of its inhumane actions against Palestinians, or attacks Lebanon or Syria. Reply to grandstand The push to unseat Russia from the UNSC has been going on intermittently for years, it’s not Meyssan’s “conspiracy theory”. Yes it’s senseless and futile, but these people are not in touch with reality. Their irrationality is undeniable. And I fear that the most recent move to eject Russia from the UNSC is a prelude, a psychological preparation of NATO-sphere population (which amounts to ca. 800 million to Russia+China’s combined 1.5 billion people) for an eventual hot war on Russia, some years or even a decade down the road. Such a war would also be a message to China, putting it on notice in the clearest way possible that the West will have no scruples about using nuclear weapons to annihilate 1/4 to 1/3rd of the world’s population, if necessary, in order to keep its historic advantages, based on its 500+ years of imperialism, and its continued hegemony over the rest of the world. I don’t think a permanent member of the UNSC can be unseated. You are right. But the rules don’t count where right is might and there is very little organised opposition behind which dissenters can rally. Of course one of the reasons why this is so is that there is such deep rooted sectarianism on the ‘left’ that half of the state’s critics would sooner the Tories rule than that those, with whom they have almost imperceptible differences of style or tactics should replace them. Jerry Alatalo Meyssan’s theory and logic falls flat, considering Trump clearly has gone along with the Douma lie, ordered the strikes, and never prevented/stopped it from happening. It’s more likely that Tillerson opposed Trump. Whatever the truth of Tillerson – and considering Trump (according to Nikki Haley at the UNSC) remains “locked and loaded” in the event of another chemical attack – focus upon exposing the historic criminal deceptions of Skripal and Douma and those behind them becomes paramount. Reply to Jerry Alatalo I don’t agree!He followed it reluctantly, since there was no other way for him to stay in power!I don’t likehim, but in this case, he was forced in to action by those, who oppose him in USA! Let’s not be reductionist. Even if he does vehemently oppose the confrontation with Russia, what do you think Trump can do? He is already being demonised and vilified by the entire neoliberal establishment and the deep state. He is barely hanging on. Any overt opposition – particularly to the anti-Russia narrative – would probably end him. I think we need to withhold judgment on his intentions for the present. It certainly look as if Mattis isn’t on board with the most recent escalation – at least not at the moment. Given the amount of co-ordination with both Russia and Syria that was actually involved in this missile attack, and quite regardless of what the UK imagined it would be able to get the Yanks to do, it’s quite conceivable that the whole thing was used by Trump as a deliberate ploy to give him enough “cover” for a meeting with Putin, a meeting the US press would not be able to crucify him for after this. Only time will show, of course, if there’s any substance to this, as yet unexplored, possibility. Reply to Vaska Were one to take the perspective of world leader as one willing to die in pursuit of great and noble accomplishments, if Trump were such an individual there wouldn’t be any games or intentional lies but only total honesty and straight-to-the-task actions. Trump’s true colors are very, very dark, unfortunately. Thank you for the thoughtful response. focus upon exposing the historic criminal deceptions of Skripal and Douma and those behind them becomes paramount. The historic criminal deceptions of Skripal and Douma pale into insignificance compared with the historic criminal deceptions of 9/11 and its lesser sequels. People have been focused on exposing those for a decade and a half. It’s far from clear what effect this effort has had on the operations of the Empire, which seems to be completed insulated from such exposures by thick layers of brainwashed stooges, functionaries, and propagandists, probably amounting to more than ten percent of its entire population. labrebisgalloise In this world of rumour, counter rumour, propaganda and black, black arts it’s hard to know what is what. However, I had this from a Palestinian friend in the West Bank this morning (written yesterday), who is certainly nearer to Damascus than I. The last paragraph is interesting! “Today was the day that International inspectors arrived to examine the unproven claim by the US/Israeli backed terrorist rebels that chemical weapons were used in Ghouta (‘white helmets’ were known previously to have manufactured media events). Today at 3 AM the US, UK, and France attacked targets in Syria with >103 missiles (71 of them were shot down by Syrian air defenses, old Soviet Era weapons). Russia, China, Bolivia, and Iran condemned the attack as a violation of the UN Charter and Russia is now considering supplying Syria and “other countries” (perhaps Iran and Lebanon?) with S-300 and other advanced air defense systems. Originally Russia said it will target missiles and their launch facilities which could have led to WWIII. It seems there was some sort of “understanding”: 1) US/UK/France target unused fields and facilities with no damage for domestic propaganda purposes (to appear tough and satisfy the Israel/Zionist lobbies who have been pushing for war like they did in Iraq, Yemen, and Libya and now pushing for war on Iran), 2) Russia and Syria also get a propaganda “win” having shot most of the missiles using “old” Soviet era weapons and Syria gets to get more advanced weapons. They lied to us about Yugoslavia, about Ukraine, about Iraq, about Libya and now they lie about Syria and Iran. If these lies continue, World War is the price not just bankruptcy of US taxpayers (already $21 trillion in debt) and millions of lives lost Recent report of Chinese analysts being examined by Evgeniy Satanovskiy – Russian leading expert in the field of Middle East. British and American forces have been destroyed on a large scale in the Ghouta region, with the 22nd regiment of the SAS, those surviving the pinpoint Russian bombing, that is, having to flee on buses in disguise. This is the reason for skripal plan and the chemical weapons false flag Jay Q Reply to labrebisgalloise Wow, fascinating videos, particularly the radio broadcast.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1122
__label__cc	0.511806	0.488194	Elementary Children Learn About Engineering By Building Their Own Playground At Charles R. Drew Charter School, elementary students learn complex engineering skills and concepts, helping to build lifelong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Here’s how they do it. This is a great attempt to inspire children into learning not only skills but also learn to love the language of math and engineering. Navigate the Challenges of Teaching High-Level Concepts to Elementary Students Teaching engineering concepts to elementary students can be a challenge. The staff at Charles R. Drew begins with using age-appropriate vocabulary, scaffolded learning, and kinesthetic learning. "I think about teaching these concepts as though the students and I speak two different languages, and I must translate," says Courtney Bryant, Charles R. Drew's engineering design teacher. "I start by sharing very basic information on a topic in rather simplistic language, and then I let them experience it on their own to learn more. . . I introduce more complicated language as they navigate through the learning process." To better teach these complicated concepts, Bryant has her students act out the movements of simple machines. "When elementary-age students understand a concept through the use of their body, they rarely forget it," notes Bryant. "I am able to introduce physics, advanced math, and visual representation skills that are typically beyond elementary level as a result of this hands-on or full-body approach." Create an Engineering Curriculum Using Backward Design Bryant's elementary engineering curriculum flows from a backward design approach. She starts with the results that she wants her students to achieve, and then designs the instructional methods to meet those goals. "There isn’t a statewide curriculum for elementary school engineering design," explains Bryant, "but looking at the standards for where they need to be in middle school and in high school, I’m able to backward design for what should be happening at the elementary level." There are three stages to backward design. Stage 1: Identify Learning Objectives This first stage focuses on what big ideas and skills you want your students to learn. "I think about problems our school or community face and what standards I need the students to master," says Bryant. Her specific learning objectives for K-2 students are: A basic understanding of the design process Understanding the value of brainstorming and teamwork Experience thinking through all aspects of a problem when considering a decision Experiencing the value of success after many failures With younger students, she also introduces career and college opportunities as part of how they might apply these skills to real-world contexts. Stage 2: Define Assessment Strategy When designing a project, Bryant considers what will be evidence of mastery, and what assessment methods she can use. "Rubrics are a big part of the assessment strategy for engineering design," she says. She also considers how the evidence might be authentic and solve a real-life problem. Stage 3: Identify Teaching Methods, Resources, and Materials The final stage focuses on the skills and knowledge that students will need to achieve the goals you're setting for them, as well as the teaching methods, lessons, and resources that you'll use to help them reach those goals. "I think about what scaffolding, resources, and materials might be necessary for an elementary student to solve what could potentially be an adult-like problem," elaborates Bryant. "The last step is key when working with younger populations. Often they are able to do amazing things with the right amount of support and proper choices in materials or resources." Use Design Thinking Process Design thinking is a process that allows people to come up with ideas and solve problems in a creative and engaging way, honing their collaboration, critical thinking, and communication skills. Empathy -- understanding who you are designing for -- is a key element of design thinking, as well as collaboration -- working with others to build on your ideas, gaining feedback, and learning how to make iterations on your ideas from that feedback. Charles R. Drew Charter School follows the stages outlined in the James Dyson design thinking process -- brief, research, idea generation/development, 3D prototyping, testing, and evaluation and modification. The staff relies on the Nueva School's design thinking model to make the process more robust. "The idea of empathy is a big part of their structure," says Bryant about that model. What Is A Master Gardener, And How To Become One Would You Send Your Kids To School In The Wild? (Video) Welsh Thatcher Seeks Apprentice To Carry On The Trade 10 Ocean Phenomenon You Won't Actually Believe Exist 3 Simple Tips For Traveling Long Term On A Tight Budget (video)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1123
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__label__cc	0.62508	0.37492	FeaturePCPlayStation 4 PAX South 2019 Preview: Wage Tabletop VR Warfare in Final Assault By Eric WatsonJanuary 28, 2019No Comments While once prolific in the 90s, real time strategy games have ebbed in recent years. Controlling multiple units while managing resources, maintaining map awareness, and researching new weapons of war is a daunting task when armed with a mouse and keyboard, and nigh impossible anywhere else. Yet I was blown away by how well Phaser Lock Interactive’s VR real time strategy game, Final Assault, captured all the fun of a real time strategy game while streamlining all the messy bits, creating an immersive virtual tabletop wargame. At PAX South 2019 I was able to get some hands-on time (and heads-in for VR) with the 1v1 PvP mode for Final Assault, on the Hill-512 map. I was immediately pleased with the aesthetic and size of the battlefield. Final Assault smartly keeps the World War 2 battlefield small and intimate so you don’t have to spend any time jogging around your living room or slowly pulling yourself across the contested war zone. The cardboard and plastic art style is very reminiscent of the classic Army Men toy soldiers, or popular miniature wargames like Memoir ’44, giving the entire game an enjoyable tabletop vibe. Several times during the demo I was so distracted by the detail of the units, animations, and buildings that I fell behind in troop deployment. “We used train sets as references. It’s amazing how detailed those train sets can get,” says Michael Daubert, CEO, Phaser Lock Interactive. “We wanted to make it a compelling and beautiful environment. It helps as well with performance and being able to build big environments and run at 90 frames per second.” “One of the things I like about our maps is that if you look off into the distance, it doesn’t look like you’re in a fake world. I feel like I could go look and see what’s on the other side of those hills,” says Todd Bailey, Creative Director. There are no resources to mange nor fog of war to worry about. A single currency level gradually ticks up, creating quick decisions on which units to buy, or to wait and unlock more advance units. Supply boxes will periodically air drop onto the map, granting a quick boost of money to whoever gets there first. “Originally we created an entire RTS game, and it was crazy. There was way too many buttons, but when we took that out, you were waiting too long for stuff to build up. When you’re in VR you want to get into the action as quick as possible,” says Daubert. “What we did is focus more on the combat itself. We took away base building and tech trees. I wanted to focus on the faster gameplay of what an RTS can be. We’ve created a happy medium between RTS and MOBA that gets the player in as quickly as possible without the mental fatigue of trying to manage everything.” A console-based strategy game is going to live and die by its control scheme. Final Assault’s drop-and-drag system worked perfectly to quickly get units out on the battlefield and into the fight. The clipboard UI looks and feels great. I hold my tech tree catalog in one hand and simply grab the unit I want, like a biplane or tank, and plop it onto the map. Final Assault uses the lane-based combat of MOBAs to provide an easy way of handling multiple units. If a unit is dropped into one of the main lanes on a map, they’ll automatically follow it, engaging enemy forces along the way. Infantry will constantly spawn and push the lane, creating a constant tug-of-war. It’s up to me to purchase and deploy the right units, and set them up in strategic places. Bombers can soften up tanks, while anti-air guns will help prevent an aerial ambush, and artillery can bombard fortifications from afar. The demo ended as I deployed my Axis forces’ ultimate weapon – a V-2 rocket. I watched in gleeful satisfaction as it physically launched from my base and soared toward my opponent’s to the warning sounds of klaxons. I came away really impressed with how quickly I was able to grasp the controls and flow of the lane-based warfare, despite having very little VR experience. Final Assault already looks and plays great, and is shaping up to be a worthy competitive experience for any VR general. Final Assault is coming to Steam Early Access on February 12, with a full launch later this April on Oculus and Vive. It will launch later this Summer on PlayStation VR and support cross-platform play. The final game will feature a single player campaign as well as online multiplayer PvP with 14 maps at launch, and more factions to arrive as post-launch DLC. It’s rated E10+. early accessF3fe1final assaultN3OculusPAX Southpax south 2019PCphaser lock interactivePlayStation 4PlayStation VRSteamvice This article was written by Eric Watson Eric has been writing for over five years with bylines in Dicebreaker, Pixelkin, Polygon, PC Gamer and Tabletop Gaming magazine, covering movies, TV shows, video games, tabletop games and tech. He reviews and live streams D&D adventures every week on YouTube. He also makes a mean tuna quesadilla. Previous PostThe Long Wait is Over, Kingdom Hearts 3 Out Today Next PostGLAAD Media Awards Now Include a Video Game Category	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1130
__label__wiki	0.525444	0.525444	Archive – This Year’s Posts Vox Populi Archives Live Events Archive The How-To Guide For Authors PlanetPOV Home Justice Civil Rights Arguing Points To Use Against Your Crazy Uncle Supporting Police Brutality Arguing Points To Use Against Your Crazy Uncle Supporting Police Brutality confuseddemocrat Warning sign for police brutality. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) I had the misfortune of watching Faux News yesterday in order to ascertain how the conservatives plan to defend the indefensible: The Killing of Freddie Gray. Many vicious, hateful accusations and talking points were spewed to justify the use of excessive force by police to “subdue” African-American males. Vile Conservative Point 1: Freddie was a drug dealer and a drug addict. Counterpoint: A certain rotund conservative talk radio host is/was a KNOWN drug addict who forced his maid and “physician” to procure drugs illegally. Shouldn’t he have been arrested and had his spine broken? Vile Conservative Point 2: The Police didn’t buckle him in because they were fearful for their lives Counterpoint: Several cops subdued Mr. Gray, handcuffed his hands behind his back and lifted him into the paddy wagon. How much more time would it have taken to strap him in? Vile Conservative Point 3: The cops deserve due process and there was a rush to judgement by the Attorney General Counterpoint: Mr. Gray was arrested though no illegal weapon (the basis for his arrest) was found and he requested medical attention several times. The cops ignored his pleas. Where was Mr, Gray’s due process and why was there a rush to judge that he did not require medical attention? Vile Conservative Point 4: Some of the cops were black hence there is no racism. Counterpoint: Some of the slave overseers were Black and some of the Guards in the concentration camps were Jewish. These facts do not negate that those populations were deliberately targeted for slavery and anihilation Vile Conservative Point 5: Rioting and the Poverty is due to the absence of a Black Father Counterpoint: The riots in the 60s were due to high unemployment, limit education opportunities, police brutality and racism . These conditions exist today. And BTW, the Black nuclear family was more or less intact in the 60s. Baltimore Police Department Detention (imprisonment) Friday (1995 film) Gray's Anatomy Police van State's attorney Previous articleWeekend Music Thread – The Name Game Next articleTexas Has Finally Gone Full Metal Straightjacket The Far Bloodier Coup That Was Intended PlanetPOV 2020: The Year in Graphics Twas the Nuts Before Christmas kesmarn CD, I’m sorry it’s taken me a couple of days to get to your article. I worked the polls for a special election here yesterday and as you know — that will take you off line for a whole day at least! You make such great points. (I have to hand it to you for being able to stomach Faux News even briefly for research purposes. I dropped cable a few years ago and even then it was nauseatingly racist. I gather it’s only gotten worse.) But the underlying point in your article is that this is a conversation worth having. We really do need to confront our Crazy Uncles on their racism. I did that recently regarding an 87 year old guy (not an uncle, but an online “friend”). Predictably he blew up in rage. Don’t racists always do that when they’re accused of being what they are? They’d so much love to think of themselves as nice guys. Others here have done such a terrific job of citing reasons for stress and poverty in our minority communities. I wonder if I might add one more. The rapid rise of the for-profit prison industry. There’s a huge incentive to arrest poor and minority citizens to keep the “feeder lines” flowing and profits high. This is a racket that Marco Rubio in particular has benefited from. For more info, here’s a link to a story: http://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2015/04/28/how-for-profit-prisons-have-become-the-biggest-lobby-no-one-is-talking-about/?postshare=2921430567667828 Nirek CD, I like all your counter points. The GOPers don’t have facts on their side. They have a lack of integrity! That is why I like Bernie Sanders, he has integrity! He has facts on his side and can lay them out in an easy way for people to understand. Nicely laid out and argued, confuseddemocrat! As lame and obviously manufactured as these excuses are, it seems crystal clear that the blatant racism of the Right Wing in this country will make them say anything to justify all attacks and murders of African Americans. There is no sense of principle, justice or fairness in the minds of these RW extremists. As Army attorney Joseph Welch once asked of Joe McCarthy, “Have you no sense of decency, sir, at long last?” The definitive answer from Fox News and the RW is a resounding, “No”. KillgoreTrout I think what we’re seeing in America today is the result of several contributing factors. Racial discrimination and a lack of quality education, lower job opportunities, the creation of ghettos, and the war on drugs have brought us to where we are now. Many, many black children have to grow up without a father because of the war on drugs. Drug dealing is an industry, not that different from legitimate ones. It’s a way to make money when there is a lack of legitimate employment opportunities. Young black men are faced with mandatory minimum sentences that often get them drastic sentences of 25- 50 years in prison, and that is for even non-violent offenders. The mothers of these poor kids usually can’t make enough money working, to adequately care for their children. These children are sucked into “the game,” (banging, or selling drugs) at a very young age. It’s really all they know, and it’s a vicious cycle of poverty, broken homes, joblessness and criminal activity. Our drug laws are so draconian that these laws keep our prisons filled with inmates, and a disproportional number of these people are black, even though, drug use and sales are about the same among white people. This has been going on for decades now and the anger, hurt, resentment and fear have reached a boiling point. These are things those tools at FOX news and other RW media just don’t, or won’t factor into these questions of why riots are taking place. And when cops routinely kill unarmed black men, the tension that has been building for decades explodes. I’m amazed that these riots and protests haven’t happened sooner. I agree; on all points. In regard to the ‘war on drugs’, I think we are seeing the negative consequences of trying to enforce unpopular laws. I think that is part of the problem. Reaching a boiling point is a good way to put it. A significant point to be made is that black people have two serious impediments: poverty and race. I think that it is a close run thing as to what is a more serious impediment. Being born poor means that you cannot make any mistakes; in order to make something of yourself you have to strong, persistent, ambitious and lucky. Many poor whites are are in a similar fix as those black people who are born poor. But, poor white people have a fortunate skin color – blacks do not. There remains – although I think that it has decreased – a significant amount prejudice against black people. I am not sure what is more important. I think that there is a problem with the police culture. It appears to have an ‘us vs them’ mentality. We are ‘the thin blue line’. And, “we do not do anything like civilians”, to quote a police officer that I spoke to. And, there appears to be a code of silence. “Good cops” are silent about “bad cops” We are, also, dealing with class prejudice. Those conservatives cited in the article, are, also, prejudiced against poor white people. Being poor is a personal vice. 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We Asked Her Stepkids A Zoom interview with Ella and Cole Emhoff. As many as 7,000 migrants from Central America are hoping to reach the United States to escape pover Loews Hotels Says it Won't Host a Fund-Raiser with Senate Josh Hawley The decision to call off the event was the latest indication that many companies are distancing them Facebook will temporarily stop showing ads for gun accessories and military gear. Who Is MyPillow C.E.O. Mike Lindell, One of Trump's Last Remaining Supporters From Corporate America? Sonia Sotomayor will swear in Kamala Harris on Inauguration Day. Justice Sotomayor has sworn in a vice president before. 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Josh Hawley, saying it Melania Trump departing White House with lowest favorability of her tenure Melania Trump will be exiting the White House with the lowest favorability rating of her tenure as f President Donald Trump is preparing to issue around 100 pardons and commutations on his final full d Allies and associates of President Donald Trump have collected tens of thousands of dollars in fees CNN Poll: Republican Party favorability dips as most want party to move on from Trump The Republican Party will begin its time as the minority party in Washington unpopular with a public DC attorney general says Trump could possibly be charged by city prosecutors with misdemeanor for role in Capitol insurrection District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine warned Sunday that President Donald Trump could po An Army reservist who federal investigators say has secret-level security clearance and a long recor Russia Navalny: Poisoned opposition leader held after flying home The activist returned to Moscow from Germany months after a nerve agent attack nearly killed him. Security forces block a caravan of thousands that could pose an early test for the Biden White House A nurse receives the first jab, after months of delay and political discord over the programme. Small armed groups gathered in several US cities but most state capitols were quiet amid high securi The BBC's Stephen McDonell visits Wuhan ahead of the anniversary of the world's first Covi He coordinated with Trump supporters during the Capitol riot - but new video suggests it was part of Spector, who was jailed for killing actress Lana Clarkson, transformed pop music with his "wall Covid-19: China's economy grows in fourth quarter, bucking global trend China's economy grew at 2.3% for the year, making it the only major economy to see growth last 'Clashes kill 48 people' in Sudan's Darfur region Fighting erupted after a man was stabbed in a row between two men from different ethnic groups. Weekend Music Thread – Waiting on a Friend Featured Posts AdLib - January 16, 2021 To celebrate the inauguration that will (finally!) remove all power from a seditious madman and vest it in principled and compassionate people, the theme for this weekend's music thread is celebrating the new era of President Biden and Vice President Harris. Vox Populi – 01-15-2021 Vox Populi Archives AdLib - January 16, 2021 Weekend Music Thread – U.S. Blues Featured Posts AdLib - January 9, 2021 This weekend's music thread is for songs about the real America, songs about the country and its cities, staying strong and principled and songs reflecting the values and democracy that America really stands for. Vox Populi Archives AdLib - January 8, 2021 2020 Elections AdLib - January 8, 2021 Imagine where we could have been right now. A hostage siege still underway in the Capitol. Trump praising them as patriots while emptily claiming to oppose violence. The Vice President of the US and/or Democratic congresspeople tied up and possibly much worse. And while all decent Americans would be in shock and disbelief at what they were seeing, the entire world including America's most dangerous enemies, would be watching and considering how to respond as they witnessed the United States helpless, threatened and demeaned. Tweets by PlanetPOV PlanetPOV is a citizens think tank. Real People. Real Opinions. © PlanetPOV 2021	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0023.json.gz/line1132
__label__wiki	0.617095	0.617095	Cattitude - Cat podcast about cats as pets on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) Cattitude - Episode 33 Is Your Cat a Kitty Cocktail? Did you ever want to discover where your cat came from? Is your fur babe susceptible to certain hereditary diseases? This week Michelle Fern chats with Anna Skaya, founder and CEO of Basepaws. Basepaws, developed the first comprehensive consumer genetic test for cats. They provide their customers with reports on ancestry, health and traits - to help owners understand their cats’ pasts and futures. Basepaws works closely with cats with hereditary diseases, and recently started providing free DNA testing kits for shelter cats to help with adoptions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: michelle@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Is Your Cat a Kitty Cocktail with Michelle Fern 10 Things That Scare Me Ida and Noa Biting fish and back-in-time lightening. Ida and Noa are sisters from Brooklyn. Noa tasted her first snail last summer and Ida passed the purple swim test at camp. Now she’s allowed to swim all the way out to the dock. This audio recorded by Ida's and Noa's father on vacation in Maine, inspired the idea for our podcast but it’s also the final episode of 10 Things That Scare Me. Thanks for listening to the show! Please email us at 10thingpod@wnyc.org, we're always listening. Join the 10 Things That Scare Me conversation, and tell us your fears here. And follow 10 Things That Scare Me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Bedtime with Babish Meditation with Babish Take a deep breath and unwind with Meditation with Babish. David Walliams' Marvellous Musical Podcast Episode 10: John Williams and the Chamber of Star Wars David Walliams takes a ride through the magical career of legendary film composer John Williams, from Star Wars to Harry Potter – with a little help from a ghost. Each episode is also accompanied by a playlist in Apple Music – you can find those here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/curator/classic-fm/1211395150 Music from: John Williams: Star Wars, Main Title – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Raiders of the Lost Ark, Raiders March – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Jaws, The Shark Theme – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Jurassic Park, Theme – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Superman, Superman March – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Saving Private Ryan, Hymn to the Fallen – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) John Williams: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Hedwig’s Theme – London Symphony Orchestra/Gavin Greenaway (Decca/Classic FM) Tchaikovsky: Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker – Bergen Philharmonic/Neeme Järvi (Chandos) The Secrets Hotline Love and Radio The Government is Listening, featuring Jason Leopold Finding true love at any age, conflict resolution at work, and other uses for the middle finger. Also, I speak to investigative reporter and Freedom of Information Act expert Jason Leopold. Listen to the full extended director's cut at luminary.link/secrets. Inside Frozen 2 Disney/ABC Ep. 7: Legacy, Influence and Impact In the year since its release, "Frozen 2" has become the number one animated movie of all time and its Grammy-nominated soundtrack has spent the most weeks at number one of any soundtrack – surpassing the record set by the first "Frozen" film! ABC News' Ginger Zee is back with Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, the Oscar-winning husband and wife team behind the music for "Frozen" and "Frozen 2," for an intimate look at the impact of songs like "Into The Unknown," "When I Am Older" and "Show Yourself" -- all which have taken on unexpected new meaning in 2020. Loving this series? 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Bruegel would pick up the themes of Bosch’s almost a half century later creating his … Continue reading → More episodes from Cattitude - Cat podcast about cats as pets on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) Cattitude - Episode 133 Let's Talk About Cats! Michelle Fern welcomes back holistic cat groomer and author Anita Kelsey to talk about her latest book, Let's Talk About Cats.: Conversations On Feline Behaviour. Let’s Talk About Cats: Conversations on Feline Behaviour features 16 unique in-depth conversations with devoted feline experts, each chapter answering a question about our cats. An abundance of catty conversation points with many useful takeaways for cat owners to improve their own every-day connection with their cats. 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__label__wiki	0.857077	0.857077	Maria Menounos & Keven Undergaro’s Movie Network Movie Talk Shows Exclusive Movie Interviews DC Movie News Marvel Movie News Comic Con News Director of THE HUNT Craig Zobel On Film’s In-Home Premiere Director of The Hunt on The Long Road to the Film’s Release Against COVID19 & President Trump Written by: Bryant Santos – March 30th 2020, 3:23pm pst Guilty Movie Pleasures sat down with Director Craig Zobel and he shared his unique thoughts about his film The Hunt, its delayed release (thanks to @realDonaldTrump), and how that release ended up happening on the small screen. credit: Universal Pictures “We started with, like, ‘CANCELLED!’, by a tweet from the President. We come back on. And then we’re cancelled by a global pandemic”, he shared with a chuckle. This tweet that Craig is alluding to is the mind-blowing tweet from Donald J. Trump that came a few days after shooting massacres in Ohio and Texas that tragically killed 31 people and injured many more. The tweet from President Trump targeted the film as a cause and referred to it as a movie “made in order to inflame and cause chaos”. Zobel recalled the moment he heard about Trump’s tweet saying: “Ike Berinholtz … called me on my phone and said hey I think the President just tweeted about us.” The original release was suppose to be September 27th and was pushed to March 13th only to collide with the current pandemic of COVID-19. In response to the mostly negative national attention the film was getting, Zobel said: “We all were kinda like okay. I guess we need to take a time out and and figure out how to how to release the movie… after that, I was always, like, as soon as people see this they’ll see that it’s like a midnight movie. That was like the point, ya know it’s like a midnight movie and then we should all be like laughing- hopefully like enjoying ourselves…the point was to like make a silly thing. And I’ve made serious movies before. I swear I know how to make a serious version of that.” Craig also wasn’t shy in sharing his thoughts on the film’s recent release on the small screen, as opposed to in theaters, due to the Coronavirus outbreak. “It’s a strange day in the fact that I don’t want to be like ‘Yeah everybody finally got to see my movie!’ At the same time, I do give a shit about movie theaters and I worry about the president and…I don’t want movie theaters to go away. But, for me, as for the things that happened to this movie, I’m like… thank you. Please, anyone who wants to help the movie. Fine. Free? Cool. Whatever. Great.” The Hunt’s director also discussed how the movie’s plot and message was misconstrued by “bad people”, and this contributed to the movie’s delay. “Once it was clear that there were, like, bad people kinda saying bad things about the release of the movie that we all felt like were not appropriate, so it’s sorta like- in our own hearts…’Release the movie if there are people saying that stuff.’ Throughout the interview, it was clear that Craig was drunk with happiness that this exciting and irreverent project finally got to see the light of day, even though we all aren’t quite seeing the light of day while watching it quarantined at home. Catch Craig’s full interview here and if you run fast enough, you can also catch The Hunt while it is still available on demand. Guilty Movie Pleasures is hosted by Ben Begley, Jesse McIntosh, and Ryan Nilsen. Bryant Santos is a Social Media Manager and pop culture enthusiast with a passion for fashion and television. 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