Split (1)

train · 528k rows

pred_label stringclasses 2 values	pred_label_prob float64 0.5 1	wiki_prob float64 0.25 1	text stringlengths 93 1.01M	source stringlengths 39 45
__label__wiki	0.557994	0.557994	Not logged in Talk Contributions Create account Log in Welcome to Our SIte, the free contents that anyone can edit. Shed Plans Chair Plans Bench Plans From today's featured woodworking plans article How do I cut a circle without drilling a center point? Q:I need to make a half-dozen 8" diameter wood discs for an upcoming project. However, the discs cannot have center marks on either side, and my router trammel and bandsaw circle-cutting jig each require a hole for a pivot point. How can I cut these discs and leave both faces clean? A:You can use that bandsaw circle-cutting jig, David, but you'll need to supplement it with a scrap of 1/4 " hardboard the size of your disc blanks. First, drill a hole in the center of the hardboard scrap, sized to fit the pin on your bandsaw jig. Attach it to your workpiece using double-faced tape. Place the templatte onto the pivot point and cut the disc to shape. Remove the template, and reuse it to cut the remaining discs. Sand each one smooth, and you're good to go. Part of the Cleopatra series, one of Wikipedia's featured topics. State Route 74 (New York -Vermont) Astilbe flowers ... that despite a genus name referring to its dull leaves, Astilbe chinensis (pictured) was celebrated as the most important new hardy perennial by the Royal Horticultural Society in 1902? ... that Samra, a male German rapper, performs under a feminine Arabic pseudonym? ... that convenience store chain Wawa successfully forced Philadelphia-area radio station WAWA to stop using its new call letters? ... that Abdulatif Tiyua was first imprisoned for fighting for the Ugandan government, and later imprisoned for fighting against it? ... that Nepalese Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli praised the 2019 sports drama Captain for "delivering patriotism"? ... that no woman was chosen as a major political party's nominee for the United States Senate until Ruth Hanna McCormick won her state's primary in 1930? ... that the Kazachye Cemetery takes its name from the interment of Cossacks killed during the July Days in the Russian Revolution? ... that Lloyd Trefethen and Lloyd Trefethen showed that, when shuffling playing cards, five riffles are enough? Brigitte Bierlein Brigitte Bierlein (pictured) is named interim chancellor of Austria, after a parliamentary motion of no confidence dismisses the government of Sebastian Kurz. James Marape is elected Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, following the resignation of Peter O'Neill. A river cruiser collides with another vessel and sinks in Budapest, Hungary, killing at least seven people. In the European Parliament election, the centre-right and centre-left lose seats, while the liberals, far-right, and greens and regionalists make the largest gains. Apolo Nsibambi Murray Gell-Mann Beaton Tulk Other recent events June 1: Night of Decree (Sunni Islam, 2019) Wreckage of American Airlines Flight 1420 1495 An entry in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland made the first recorded mention of Scotch whisky. 1794 The Glorious First of June, the first and largest fleet action of the naval conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and the French First Republic during the French Revolutionary Wars, was fought. 1942 World War II: The crews of three Japanese Type A Ko-hyoteki-class submarines scuttled their boats and committed suicide after entering Sydney Harbour and launching a failed attack. 1974 In an informal article in a medical journal, Henry Heimlich introduced the concept of abdominal thrusts, commonly known as the "Heimlich maneuver", to help choking victims. 1999 On landing at Little Rock National Airport in the U.S. state of Arkansas, American Airlines Flight 1420 overran the runway and crashed (wreckage pictured), resulting in 11 deaths. The green hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) is a small butterfly in the family Lycaenidae. It has a wingspan reaching about 26 -30 millimetres (1.0 -1.2 in) in length. The overside of the wings is a uniform dull brown, with two paler patches on the male's forewings made up of scent scales. The underside is bright green, with a thin white line that is often reduced to a faint row of dots or even missing altogether. The iridescent green colour of the underside is a structural colour caused by the diffraction and interference of light by microscopic repeating structures forming a diffraction grating in the wing scales. Green hairstreaks can be found at the end of March, with their flight time usually lasting until the end of June, but they are sometimes seen in July and early August. They never rest with their wings open, to maintain their green camouflage. The males exhibit territorial behaviour. This picture, taken in 2015, shows a green hairstreak near Aston Upthorpe, Oxfordshire, within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the United Kingdom. Photograph credit: Charles J. Sharp Chien-Shiung Wu Alessandro Martinelli Community portal Bulletin board, projects, resources and activities covering a wide range of Wikipedia areas. Help desk Ask questions about using Wikipedia. Local embassy For Wikipedia-related communication in languages other than English. Reference desk Serving as virtual librarians, Wikipedia volunteers tackle your questions on a wide range of subjects. Site news Announcements, updates, articles and press releases on Wikipedia and the Wikimedia Foundation. Village pump For discussions about Wikipedia itself, including areas for technical issues and policies. Panel title Plans Projects DIY Percipit Mnesarchum Molestie Phaedrum Luptatum constituam Habeo adipisci Inani zril Forensibus sea Habeo adipisci Minimum corrumpit Regione suscipit Has et partem Percipit Mnesarchum Molestie Phaedrum Luptatum constituam Habeo adipisci Inani zril Vel nisl albucius Habeo adipisci Minimum corrumpit Regione suscipit Percipit maiestatis Regione suscipit Percipit maiestatis This page was last edited on 2019 \| Template by HTML5 Templates Privacy policy About Terms and conditions Cookie statement Developers 男模的大鸟,避孕膜,杜达雄	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line5
__label__wiki	0.914669	0.914669	CULTURE CENTRE Film - Theatre - Music/Dance - Books - TV - Gallery - Art - Fashion/Lifestyle - Video Indian filmmakers at the Berlinale 70 (2020): Pushpendra Singh, Rima Das, and Akshay Indikar; ‘The Shepherdhess and Seven Songs’, 14plus international jury member and ‘Sthalpuran’, respectively… (‘Eeb Allay Ooo’ to follow) By: Asian Culture Vulture Berlin has come and gone but as with all things on the festival circuit many of the films and personalities (will) return in one form or another and we were able to talk to some of the the Indian contingent invited there… by Tatiana Rosenstein THIS year there were three points of interest in the latter part of the festival for any keen observer of Indian cinema (in the strict sense of a country being defined by its geographical boundaries); and www.asianculturevulture.com contributor Tatiana Rosenstein was in Berlin between February 20-March 1, and caught up with director Pushpendra Singh whose film ‘The Shepherdhess and the Seven Songs’ featured in a new competition section called Encounters; director Rima Das who was invited to serve on the Generation 14 plus International Jury and director Askshay Indikar whose ‘Sthalpuran’ was included in the 14 plus section. ‘The Shepherdess and the Seven Songs’ by Pushpendra Singh is a partly allegoric, partly ethnographic study, as well as being, a partly feminist fairy tale. Pushpendra Singh and Carlo Chatrian, artistic director Berlinale It focuses on the character of a young and beautiful shepherdess ‘Laila’ from the Bakarwal tribe, trapped between her cowardly husband and the harassment of local officials and set in Kashmir. The story is based on the folk-tale ‘Kenchuli’ by award winning writer Vijaydan Detha (1926-2013). It was this writer who gave Pushpendra his first film too, an adaptation of Detha’s story which became ‘Lajwanti’. It premiered at the Berlinale in 2014. ‘The Shepherdess and the Seven Songs’ is divided into seven chapters and each is marked by a song depicting the state of Laila – Pushpendra told acv he was influenced by the number seven “because of sufism, where there are seven stages to attain oneness with God”. A former actor, he came across Detha when he was looking to adapt work from classical Indian literature. Pushpendra said he was impressed by Detha’s language and his feminist take. “Detha wrote his prose like poetry, especially because he was not using Hindi, but Rajasthani, which is written in the ancient language of Dingal. “It appears like poetry in which one could have so many expressions and words to describe just one banal object.” The Shepherdess and Seven Songs Despite hailing from a nomadic tribe in Rajasthan, Pushpendra made his film in a different part of India. He felt it had similar resonances to Rajasthan and wanted to examine a culture in danger of dying – he didn’t do it for any political purposes and made his film before the Indian government took the step of changing Kashmir’s political status. Known as Article 370, it was revoked by the BJP government last year and meant the region had less autonomy and citizens from anywhere in India could buy property and settle there (in theory). Pushpendra said he was governed more by culture and music of the region. “I did research mostly using radio archives, I met people colleting traditional songs. My male lead in the film is a folk singer himself – he composed some songs for me,” he told acv. Pushpendra’s film has a strong feminist ethic. “Detha speaks about emancipation of women, about the way how women challenge the idea of sexuality and explored their desires. I agree with him. I believe that women are more liberated souls, they give birth to us; they are creators! It’s man who tries to jail, repress and control them because at some point they were more successful,” Pushpendra told acv in Berlin. In the film, the husband is very passive, while Laila is more assertive. “It is connected to the caste system and family traditions, where females are totally humiliated and disgraced but they are more often braver than the males,” said Pushpendra. His film also gropes towards a deep spirituality and one that reaches across common (and some might say increasing) religious divisions. “In 14th and 15th centuries, there was a movement called Bhakti, which referred to devotion for a personal god, and it somehow reunited constantly conflicting Hindus and Muslims by creating a bridge. “Summarised it was about – that God is not outside but inside of each person. While religion used to be and remains a very problematic topic, it separates people instead of reuniting them. Spirituality doesn’t. I see the solution of all the tensions, including those between Hindus and Muslims, in spirituality, which is about connecting with the roots and finding the peace within.” Maryanne Redpath, head of the International Generation14plus strand with Abbas Amini, Rima Das and Jenna Bass For filmmaker Rima Das this year’s Berlinale was both a return and a recognition of how far she has come. Invited to serve on the Generation14plus jury, she was humbled. Her last film ‘Bulbul Can Sing‘ screened at the Berlinale in 2019 and her first film, ‘Village Rockstars‘ (2017) proved a hit and was critically acclaimed and toured the international festival circuit. Das comes from north-east India, not the traditional hub of filmmaking in Mumbai or from more recognised areas of independent filmmaking in India. “Last year I felt like a student,” Das told acv in Berlin, “but now the festival raised me to the level of a Master, allowing me to judge films of others. “It’s huge, not only because I started making films only three years ago, but also because in the whole world there are so many talented and qualified filmmakers, but among them, they have chosen me.” She was on the three-strong International Jury Generation 14plus alongside Abbas Amini from Iran, director of ‘Hendi & Harmoz‘ (2018) and ‘Valderrama‘ (2016) which featured at Berlinale and South African Jenna Bass, director of ‘Flatland’ (2019) and ‘High Fantasy’ (2017). Jurors are required to watch 14 features and 14 short films within eight festival days. However, Das – known for stamina – managed to visit other film strand sections as well. Rima Das “The films of the main competition have really bothered me. It made me sad to see all that we are experiencing in our troubled and politically insecure world. “I was happy to return to my section, which is about kids, innocence and pure emotions. I feel that even if we live in pain and darkness, we still need to look for light. The sun keeps rising every day”. One of the common discussion points of her competition strand was the communication gap between adults and children – now exacerbated by a digital gulf. One of the youngest filmmakers participating in the Generation14plus strand was Akshay Indikar. The 28-year-old’s film ‘Sthalpuran’ which premiered in Berlin, is his second feature and is about an eight-year-old called ‘Dighu’ who moves from Pune to the west coast after his father walks out on the family. Dighu is unaware of the reasons for his father’s departure and keeps a diary which helps to him cope with the loss and adapt to his new environment. Akshay Indikar The title is derived from Sanskrit and means roughly, ‘history of the space’ or just ‘space’. It’s about the uniqueness and language of spaces, he told acv. “Language is something, which preserves culture and identity, and which maintains your uniqueness. That is why I make my films in Marathi, as it is more complex than English. I think the presence of English is very political and when you canonise things you put them in an uniform manner. I prefer to celebrate different identities”, said the filmmaker to acv in Berlin. There isn’t much dialogue in Indikar’s film and he prefers to tell his story through images and even the narrative is perhaps more visual than with anything as discernible as a plot. “It’s s about my personal taste. I don’t feel a need for dialogues. I rather prefer a visual expression, which leads to multiple meanings than an explanation and (authorial) voice. Dighu in Sthalpuran “This film is not about story, but storytelling. I tell my story with images. It’s a poetic cinema,” said the filmmaker who comes from another nomadic community and dropped out of the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (in Pune) and was he says, brought up on a diet of (Bollywood) cinema celebrating Sunny Deol and Amitabh Bachchan. The top award in Berlin this year was won by Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof for ‘There Is No Evil’. The Best Film in the Encounters section went to ‘The Works and Days (of Tayoko Shiojiri in the Shiotani Basin)‘ by CW Winter and Anders Edström. The Grand Prix of the Generation 14Plus International Jury went to ‘My Name is Baghdad’ by Caru Alves de Souza. *Look out for more from this year’s Berlinale with ‘Eeb Allay Ooo’ and ‘Mogul Mowgli’ – coming soon… Akshay KumarBerlin Film FestivalBerlinalePushpendra SinghRima DasSthalpuranThe Shepherdess and Seven Songs Written by Asian Culture Vulture Read other posts by Asian Culture Vulture → Gem Arts’ Masala Festival puts art, music, theatre, film and food on the same extensive menu… Initiative only in its second year but award-winning programme seeks to attract all with its myriad fare... ONE OF THE…read more → UK Asian Film Festival 2018: It’s a wrap as stars turn out for feel-good closing film ‘Boogie Man’ and festival awards presented… Festival closed on Saturday (March 24) in London but continues elsewhere until Saturday (March 31) SO, THE CURTAIN on the…read more → London Indian Film Festival (LIIF) 2020: Freida Pinto, Mira Nair, Vidya Balan, and Ayushmann Khurrana interviews, as well new films, all from June 25 to July 5… Now in its 11th edition, the festival has innovated... THIS year’s London Indian Film Festival has gone totally digital and…read more → Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Adarsh Gourav and director Ramin Bahrani talk about their film, ‘The White Tiger’ Bird Eye Review Show – Episode 9: The White Tiger, Coolie No1 and AKvsAK ACV Bird Eye Review Show (December) Join Nat Barrass (reporting from India) for the latest round-up of films you can find online. Do comment/like/follow... Do pls subscribe to our Youtube Channel to see more and help us grow 🙏🏾 Celebrating India’s first Oscar winner Bhanu Athaiya Actor Meeta Vasisht talks to acv's Suman Bhuchar about working with Bhanu Athaiya and assesses her influence on the industry following her demise in October. She was India's first Oscar winner and won for 'Gandhi' in 1983. Do subscribe/like/follow/comment and we can do more! 🙏🏾 Main Headlines ← Saif Ali Khan signs for first Netflix Original series ‘Sacred Games’ to be made in India IFFA Awards 2017 (Bollywood extravaganza in New York) – picture gallery → Tweets by @asianculturevul Find out first what is new at Asian Culture Vulture! Art Books Fashion/Lifestyle Festivals Film Gallery Main Headlines Main Story Music/Dance Theatre TV Uncategorized Video	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line6
__label__wiki	0.71754	0.71754	Ask The Expert: Medical The Rose Law Firm: Ask Jennifer Faces of Birmingham Diamonds Direct Love Stories Top Remodelers Facebook Series Web-Exclusives Articles, Features April 10, 2020 B-Metro Editor Nostalgia and a feeling for the red earth of Alabama became the seed of an idea. (text by Bill Caton) It all begins in the red dirt of northern Alabama near Moulton. Cotton seeds take root there and the fiber they produce is the best in the world. So says Mark Yeager, who started Red Land Farms in 1988. Yeager can talk with ease about crop rotation (“two consecutive years of cotton and then corn”), and the tough business of farming: “In 2000 we nearly went broke. It will eat you up and spit you out. Markets go flat, drought, insects…Cotton is traded every day around the world. Selling cotton is based off of that. You can make a good crop and still lose money because prices are no good. The farmer is not the high man on the food chain. It’s not a cake walk.” But Yeager, who is not on the farm on this cold and blustery January day, knows that more than just cotton germinates in the fertile soil in north Alabama. Ideas take root there as well. Looking every bit the farmer, Yeager adjusts the ball cap on his head with hands that have obviously done a lot of hard work. But today he is not sitting in a tractor cab. He is on a stool in a small store in Moulton where two women pack shipping boxes with cotton bed linens and bath towels. Yeager and his daughter, Anna Brakefield, started Red Land Cotton in 2016 with the idea that they would use some of the cotton grown on Red Land Farms to make sheets, quilts, pillow cases, towels and other cotton products. Everything is made in America.“We do as much locally as possible,” he says. “When we started, we knew it wouldn’t involve another country. Yarn is made in South Carolina. The cloth is finished in Georgia and returned to Moulton where the sheets are cut and sewn. Towels are made in Griffin, GA. Quilts are made in Kansas City, MO.” “Dad approached me in 2015 with this idea and I quit my job,” says Brakefield, who earned a degree in graphic design from Auburn and worked two years for an advertising agency in New York City. She handles marketing and product development for Red Land Cotton. “When we were deciding what we were going to create, Dad wanted to make bedsheets…He was nostalgic about his grandmother’s sheets,” she says. “Turns out that was the most difficult thing to create in America.” But those sheets from Yeager’s childhood turned out to be a key to the entire business. “That conjured pictures of what I wanted the brand to be,” Brakefield says. “It’s reminiscent of when things were made right. “We started with an heirloom bedsheet. The textile engineers in South Carolina created a 1920s-style bedsheet.” And the Ticking-Stripe pattern (the style my grandmother had), “speaks to nostalgia and heritage.” The same concept applies to newer products, including blankets and bathrobes, all made from 100 percent cotton grown on a farm in north Alabama. That respect for heritage includes doing as much as possible from the 5,000-acre farm. The cotton is grown and ginned by Red Land Farms and about 10 percent is used to meet the needs of Red Land Cotton. “We use the best quality of cotton for our products,” Yeager says. “We use about 10 percent of our crop for our business now.” Red Land Cotton ships about 100 orders a day and double that during the holidays, Yeager says. “It’s finally getting to the point where I can see the success of it,” Brakefield says. “When you are building something from scratch, it takes a little while to see where you’re going with it.” “I’m loving it,” Yeager says. “The popularity is growing. And I love working with Anna.” “My Dad and I are a lot alike,” Brakefield says, laughing. “At the end of the day they’re family and they have to love you.” If you want to buy a set of sheets like I did, go to Redlandcotton.com. Welcome to the Neighborhood Rum Revolutionary Articles, Features Russell and Amber’s Happenings Cayo Coco Rum Bar This is the newest addition to Founder’s Station! Check out this swanky, Cuban–inspired restaurant and bar. They will be... 50 Moments That Made UAB December 8, 2019 B-Metro Editor Sept. 14, 1936: The University of Alabama opened its Birmingham Extension Center in an old wood-frame two-story house at 2131 6th Avenue North.... Seven Continents, Seven Marathons I Predict Personal Space: Buddy Palmer A COVID-19 Test Passed With Flying Colors ADVERTISE – REPRINTS – CONTACT US – ABOUT US Copyright © 2019 B-Metro,Fergus Media 1314 Cobb Lane, Birmingham, AL 35205 Follow @b_metro	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line7
__label__wiki	0.506983	0.506983	Afriglobal Commodities DMCC is ranked 8th position in Chemical Distribution in Africa & 101 positions in the World. Click here to see more The World Economic Forum (WEF) on Tuesday announced its selection of Global Growth Companies (GGCs) in Africa, consisting of 16 of the region’s most dynamic and high-growth companies. These companies are considered trailblazers, shapers and innovators that are committed to improving the state of the world. The selected companies are Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc (Nigeria); Computer Warehouse Group (Nigeria); Interswitch Limited (Nigeria); Nagode Group (Nigeria); UAC of Nigeria Plc (Nigeria); Notore Chemical Industries Ltd (Nigeria); Nation Media Group (Kenya); Bidco Oil Refineries Ltd (Kenya); GML (Mauritius); Growth-point Properties (South Africa); Capitec Bank Holdings Ltd (South Africa); Webber Wentzel (South Africa); KZN Oils (South Africa); Net1 UEPS Technologies Inc. (South Africa); Tekkie Town (South Africa), and Simba Group (Uganda). SKU: 1ff1de774005 Category:Paints Medium Oil Alkyd Resins Ethanol Technical Afriglobal Commodities (AGC) is a premier Africa focused trading and distribution organization. Incorporated in Nigeria in 1988, AGC is now headquartered in Dubai. Our distribution operations cover Africa and Middle East. 505, Jumeirah Business Centre 2 (JBC2), JLT, Dubai – UAE info@afriglobalonline.com © Afriglobal Commodities 2020 Website design by Davis & Jide \| Exploits Group Ltd	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line11
__label__cc	0.608536	0.391464	American Idol - Top 36 Group 3 Hello Idol Addicts! One final push this week and we can collectively breath a sigh that the semi-finals are over! I've made it no secret that I'm no fan of this switcheroo back to the semi-finals of old. Our producers seem to have way too much control, and it was yet again on display tonight with the final performance of the night. Tell me, don't you find it a little odd that 3 weeks straight, the final performer of the night will be in the top 12? I'm telling you, this conspiracy is bigger than JFK and WATERGATE! Alas, this is only a TV show. I must say, tonight there seemed to be a few better performances to choose from than week's past. Although, it does seem pretty clear who will be the favorites to get through tomorrow night. Things could get interesting for wildcard night. And I wish for once someone would explain how it's going to work! But for now, we have some work to do so on with our analysis of tonight's 12. My picks to follow at the bottom! Von Smith - 22 from Greenwood, MO - He can try to lose the name all he wants. But when history looks back at American Idol season 8 and if they even remember ol' Von, he'll be remembered as "The Screamer." Of course, now after tonight's performance he shall be "The Screamer with Ronald McDonald's Shoes." I mean...whaaaat? What on earth was that crazy outfit? The V-Neck with the Suit, and those ruby red Dorothy shoes! His rendition of "You're All I need to Get By" was interesting to say the least. He sang it all in tune. But he seemed too impressed with himself with those high notes. And it's just an annoying voice in my opinion. The judges went easy on him. But do they really think he has a shot? I don't think so. They may try to scare us with a Wildcard night appearance though. Taylor Vaifanua -17 from Hurricane, Utah - Well, now we know why Taylor didn't get much press-time in the earlier rounds. Her performance of Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" was really "breathy" and she tried to over sing it a bit. The whole thing felt forced. It sounded like a Saturday Night Live character doing an impersonation of someone over singing. Does that make sense? Didn't think so! Well, neither did that performance! Oh, fun thing to note. When Ryan was giving out the phone number for her fans to dial? You know, it ended in 2. So she put both hands up with 2 fingers each and held them together. Um, my dear, that looked like 4!!! So if Arianna Afsar gets in, it's your fault! Alex Wagner-Trugman - 19 from Studio City, CA - Well, our resident fitness champion took a break from muscle beach to bring us a rousing rendition of Sir Elton's "I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues." Seriously? He started lifting to get rid of his dorky persona? I felt bad for the guy. I laughed through his entire performance for all fo the wrong reasons. But I think we all did. The theatrics were hysterical. But nothing will surpass the GROWL!!!! I literally screamed out loud when he did it. I couldn't contain myself! And folks, if I can find it on youtube, it might just have to eventually make it's way onto this blog. rooooowl!!!!!!!! And then the Mic Stand fell over (but it soooo looked like it was intentional!) The dude has no shot at all to move on, but man was that entertaining! Arianna Afsar - 17 from San Diego, CA- I'm totally confused by this one. She sang Abba's "The Winner Takes it All" or did she? I couldn't make out a song in any of that performance. Maybe it was the arrangement, but she seemed "off" with the music the entire time. It was pretty boring, uninspiring and well, the judges hated it. I don't see anyone really rallying to her cause! Ju'Not Joyner - 26 from Bowie, Marlyand- A little bit of hypocrisy here with Paula. She told someone earlier that they did the same song in Hollywood week but then complimented Ju'Not for doing the same thing. We heard his spin of the Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah" a few weeks back and enjoyed it then. This was a little more subdued. Apparently he wanted to show respect to the artist and not change the melody up too much. I dunno, he sounded good. His talk about the cortisone shot probably won him some points and showing clips of his kid never hurts either. If anything, he might be back Thursday night for the Wildcard show. I think there was too much talent at the tail end of this night for him to remain in the running. But I like him, for the record! Kristen McNamara - 23 from Napa Valley CA - Well, we've seen quite a bit of drama from Kristen in Hollywood. We've seen some crazy hair style changes. We've seen her butcher Kelly Clarkson (although some would beg to differ including the judges). But this Karaoke host dug up something you might see in Vegas or Simon's favorite "a cruise ship!" If you're gonna do Traci Chapman's "Give Me One Reason" just do it straight up bluesy! Don't turn it into a Disco! Her voice was pretty decent, but the arrangement was a disaster. I think the judges may like her too. I'm really interested to see how Thursday pans out. If they're going to pick one from each semi-final week then it's gonna be tough to figure it out! Nathaniel Marshall - 19 from Malone, NY - I really hope this is the last week we have to see this dude. Ever since we saw his Hollywood soliloquy of how the music "COMES FROM HIS SKIN!!!" people have been forcing their dinner up across America. Well, kids you ain't seen nothin' yet! For his final act, he pulled out all of the stops for the grand workout video that might even get Meatloaf into shape! I'm a little annoyed at Simon and Paula for stealing my thunder on this one. As I was watching I took notes saying how he turned "I Would Do Anything For Love" into a Richard Simmons' video. Darn it all! And a one and a two and a one two three! Move those Hips ladies!!! Man was it bad!! And all of the headband antics and inside jokes with the judges afterwards was a little over the top. I don't think Nathaniel has an ice cube's shot in Hades of making it to the next round (went all Greek Mythology on you for a second!). Felicia Barton - 26 from Virginia Beach, VA - Well Felicia sure looked glad to be there. And she should! She was originally told she was not in the top 36. But then the Joanna Pacitti scandal happened, and she was on the next flight back to L.A. She sang Alicia Keys' "No One" like she was out there with something to prove. (wow, 2 Alicia songs and 2 Elton songs out of 12 total. Crazy!) She did sing it pretty well. I agreed with Simon that it might have been a little "copy-cattish." Again, maybe a wild card, but I think I've already made up my mind on the 3 that get in. Scott MacIntyre - 23 from Scottsdale, AZ - I mean, how can you not like this guy? We all know he doesn't have the perfect voice. But you had to feel for him when all he wanted was his piano. His best alternative was to sing something from a fellow piano guy. I don't know much about Bruce Hornsby's "Mandolin Rain" but I do know that Scotty here loves music. And just like the judges said, you can just feel his enjoyment as he's singing. If the voters are made of stone, then the judges surely will put him in Thursday. But as Simon said, it seems like a foregone conclusion that he's in. Get this man his piano! Kendall Beard - 24 from Lufkin, TX - Well, what do you know? There WAS a Country Girl this season! It was tough not to like her from her interview segment tonight. And tough not to root for her as we now want to see her dad do the alligator dance. Do you smell a BUT coming? Well here it is. BUT!! I don't know if her rendition of Martina's "This One's For the Girl" will be enough to cut it tonight. This would be a case in the past 3 season's top 24's where she'd be safe and moving on to the next week. But when we can only pick 3, she just doesn't quite make the cut. As Simon suggested, there really wasn't much else she could have done better. Maybe they'll want to get a country girl into the competition on wildcard night. But let's be honest. I think American Idol has cornered the Country Market as of late (Carrie, Pickler, Gracin, Bucky, Phil Stacey, etc...). And let's be a little more honest. It only goes downhill after Carrie! Jorge Nuñez - 21 Carolina, Puerto Rico - I am so glad I finally figured out how to type an "ñ" on my computer! Because Jorge just might be sticking around a bit longer. Is there anyone out there that didn't get a little teary-eyed when Jorge was so pleased with the judges' comments that he started crying and "thinking in Spanish?" He sang the heck out of "Don't Let the Sun Go Down On Me" and apparently worked on his dialect. I agree with Simon though. Why would they go to Puerto Rico to find a contestant if they wanted them to sound like they had a Standard American Dialect? I wasn't sure if I was going to like Jorge after his audition. I knew that he sang Jon Secada's "Angel" better than Sergei Federov (I just can't call that crazy dude Anthony!) and I still keep bringing it up because of the anonymous disgruntled reader who apparently was offended. (you just don't know where those Sergei fans are hiding these days!) Anyway, Jorge is growing on me. If the performance alone wasn't enough to get him in, then it was his reactions afterwards that will help seal the deal. Lil Rounds - 24 from Memphis, TN - And then here it was. The moment we were all dreading. We knew she'd be 12th. We knew she would get into the top 12 no matter what. We saw the clips of her being compared to Barftasia and Mary J. Blige. She decided to sing a song by the latter "Be Without You." What we got was a ridiculous clone version of Miss Blige's tune. When I say ridiculous I mean that in 2 ways. I meant that she was really good. But at the same time it was an exact carbon copy! We saw the Judges drinking the Kool-Aid and bobbing their heads along. We saw Kara trying to talk like Lil to show how hip and cool she is. We saw how Lil needs to PROVIDE for her struggling family. Ugh....we saw Fantasia 2.0. I was no fan of it the first time around, and it ain't gonna change this time around. Lil Rounds is officially my enemy! And just like I successfully convinced America that David Archuleta was not fit for the Idol crown, I accept the challenge to start my campaign to do the same for LIL! Even though, yes Paula, we will see her for "many 'lil rounds' to come." See my eyes folks? Watch them rooooooollllllllllll!!!!!!!!! (whoops, just thought of Alex Wagner-Trugman again!) Oh and of course after all of the Judges' praise for Lil, it only egged her on to start her Grammy Thank You's a bit too prematurely. That has to be enough to turn anyone off! But, I've got plenty of time to get back on that soapbox. I gotta dish out some picks! This one is easy to me, which means I've probably got it all wrong! Top Female Vote: Lil Rounds Top Male Vote: Scott MacIntyre Next Top Vote Getter: Jorge Nuñez Bonus Picks: Ju'Not Joyner, Kendall Beard Long Shot: Felicia Barton The bonus picks are for my sanity only. I never take credit for getting it right if they're picked! Anyway, here's my first stab at the Wildcard. I will revisit this tomorrow if they give us more information. But if they take one from each week. Here are my picks: Week 1 - Anoooooooop Desai Week 2 - Matt Giraud Week 3 - Kendall Beard I would've went for Ju'Not for week 3 but that is one Male-Dominated top 12! I don't know if they'd do that or not. Maybe Jasmine Murray gets a 2nd shot over Matt. Maybe Jackie Tohn gets in over Anoop (really??? naaaa). Or maybe it won't be one per week! There has to be some kind of performance Thursday for them to make a final decision. Oh well, I made my early picks and we'll get more information after Wednesday Night's show. In the meantime, hope you enjoyed my ramblings as always and I'll see you after the results! This blog can also be read and discussed on Gather.com. Come check it out and throw some votes my way if you have spare time! Labels: Season 8 - All, Season 8 Semi-Final Performance Recaps Loved the show for the most part tonight Mike. After razzing on Lil Rounds earlier, how does she sound for you now? I'm thinking she'll definitely advance along with Scott. People, I suspect, are very intrigued with a possible blind American Idol winner. He's got mad skills and I can't wait 'til we see him being a piano. As for my third choice, it came down to Kristen, Ju'not or Jorge. I'm really loving on Kristen right now--love her voice, love her pipes, even loving the fact that a Nashville Starlet can make it far in Idol! She'd be my third pick. I certainly believe that Jorge will be picked up for the top 12 as well. If he's not picked by America, then he's certainly has a more than decent chance at being one of the judges wild cards. Good show tonight and another fine blog by Mike V! All is well. Let's hope that Lost doesn't disappoint tommorrow either. 12:13 AM, March 04, 2009 Great stuff as usual, Mike! I picked Scott, Lil and Ju'Not to advance, but I could see Jorge making it instead of Ju'Not. I loved Alex Wagner-Trugman's performance. It was even better on second viewing. I know he probably won't make the Top 12, but then, my favorites rarely make it very far. Just once I wish someone who's both funny and creative could make it deep in the competition. I'm with you on the anti-Lil wagon. I seriously doubt she has any chance of winning though. Lil's performance just didn't impress me that much. She has a good voice, but it's nothing special that we've never heard before. She sounds like every other successful R&B artist out there. Shanna, Um.........WHAT????? Doesn't Idol WANT a success recording artist to come out of this season? I thought the whole purpose of Idol was to find a relative unknown, give them a chance and see if they could make it out in the big, bad world of the music business. Lil's got the pipes, the 'tude and apparently the skill that would lend itself readily to the music industry. I'm quite okay with her at this time. Yeah, they do. But they are usually looking for something unique. I'm just saying there is nothing that would make her stand out in the crowd. It's fine for you to like her. I'm sure you won't be the only one, but I'm entitled to my opinion too. And my opinion is that she's not the best contender for the title this season. Shanna, No problem here. But when you say that there is nothing that would make her stand out in the crowd, did you NOT see her, ahem, backside. : > ) Yeah, I can understand why people will like Lil Rounds. She has a really good voice. The name itself is UNIQUE and catchy if not utterly ridiculous! She's personally not my cup of tea though. I don't even like tea! Fantasia had talent and attitude as well. And look what she turned into. An utter disaster! And she's not really lighting up the charts either, never really did. LIL does seem a little more "put together" than Fantasia was (little being a key word!), but I still see a lot of similarities to the winner of American Idol's worst season. I agree with Shanna right now though. I'm not a big fan of Carbon Copy performances! Sure, we know she can BE Mary J. Blige. Let's see how she can change the game a little bit before getting too excited about her vocal chops. Let's see how she does on Country Week! Many "power vocalists" have fallen on such nights. That's all I have for now. Thanks for the props on the blog! The Top 9 GO DIGITAL on American Idol with iTunes ... "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" for the Judges' Save, who... Top 10 get things "Smokey" on Motown Week of Ameri... American Idol - Kelly Clarkson Clone she is Not! American Idol - Top 11 burn down the Grand Ole Opry! American Idol: Well, America got it half right! American Idol: Top 13 take on Michael Jackson American Idol: Top 12 with a Twist! American Idol: 9 are Set, 3 to Go!	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line14
__label__cc	0.728948	0.271052	Aisling Society The Aisling Society is an Irish Australian cultural society whose main interests are the study of the history, life and culture of Ireland, and of the effect of our Irish heritage on Australian life. Here are some news items and snippets of information about Ireland and Irish Australia. Anzac Day in Dublin 2014 Posted on May 5, 2014 by Jeff Kildea Former Aisling president Dr Jeff Kildea, who holds the Keith Cameron Chair of Australian History at University College Dublin for 2014, gave the Anzac Day address in Dublin at the dawn service at Grangegorman Military Cemetery, where seven Australian and three New Zealand soldiers of the First World War are buried. For his report on Anzac Day in Dublin 2014 go to jeffkildea.com. Aisling Society Meetings 2020 Special meetings: AGM: Wednesday 26 February at 6pm at the Consulate-General of Ireland, Level 26, 1 Market Street, Sydney St Patrick's Day Dinner: Friday 20 March at 6.30 for 7pm at the Sir Stamford Hotel, 93 Macquarie Street, Sydney Mid-Year Lunch: Saturday 8 August at 12 noon for 12.30pm. Venue to be announced Christmas Party: Wednesday 25 November at 6.30pm at Sancta Sophia College, Missenden Road, Camperdown. Regular monthly meetings: Fourth Wednesday of the month at 6pm at the Consulate-General of Ireland, Level 26, 1 Market Street, Sydney Dates for 2020: 22 April, 27 May, 24 June, 22 July, 23 September, 28 October NB: YOU NEED TO ARRIVE AT THE CONSULATE NO EARLIER THAN 5.30 PM BUT NO LATER THAN 5.50 PM AS PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE BUILDING AND TO THE LIFTS CEASES BEFORE 6PM. For details of the above meetings go to Calendar © 2012. The Aisling Society Sydney.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line16
__label__cc	0.737411	0.262589	If you could play at an online slot with super entertaining characters and animations, exciting and generous bonus rounds of all varieties and some of the best percentages of return to player on the web, wouldn’t you do it? Luckily for you, we bring you four amazing slots that combine all three elements. The set of the reels at the Foxin’ Wins slot is a fancy mansion. There are five reels and 25 different pay lines. The graphics and animations for the fox, the title character, are superb and make navigating through the game extremely fun. The bonus games include free spins, as well as exclusive rounds called Superbet and Fox Funds. Gonzo’s Quest is a 20-pay line slot full of adventure and exciting features. The set for the five reels is a dense forest. Gonzo, the central character, keeps the gambler entertained throughout the entire game. The bonus rounds also feature splendid animations. Keeping in theme, the symbols on the reels are carvings of ancient creatures. Needless to say, the main character in this online slot is Jimi Hendrix. Fans of the guitarist love this slot because the graphics and animations perfectly resemble the style and features of the iconic musician. There are five reels and 20 pay lines. The bonus games are quite unique since they revolve around specific songs, instruments or events from Hendrix’s career. They include rounds with free spins and pick ‘em games. Most importantly, the return to player is of almost 97%. This is an outstandingly animated online slot based on the Hollywood movie of the same name following the hilarious episodes in the life of the uncontrollable teddy bear Ted. If you remember how witty and unpredictable Ted was, then you can imagine how he will keep you entertained midgame. All the bonus games are also centered around Ted. The return to player is of almost 96%.You have the opportunity to receive fabulous bonus winnings from your favorite characters. Which one will be the first? Previous What You Should Know About the Game Developer that Offers the Best Animations and Bonuses Next 2 Car Racing Online Slots with Bonus Rounds	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line18
__label__wiki	0.651904	0.651904	About Holy Books Thomas and friends cleo thomas and friends cleo Voice Actors. Molly as Cleo. Cleo is voiced by Cree Summer who also voiced Kitana, Susie Carmichael,Abigail Lincoln, andKida. Cleo can sometimes These are the allies of Ryan F-Freeman's team. He went to Taft high school and Samuel Pete Chase Law School. Cleo P. 1 Bio 2 Mac (short for Machiavelli) is a blue Greyhound. Cleo are being provided by Wilson Funeral Home - Tampa. Thomas and Friends: My Red Railway Book Box (Board Book) by W. 33 KB. 2019 22. 11, 1927, in Texarkana, Ark. 25 Jun 2020 Watch Thomas & Friends - Cleo The Road Engine (Season 24) - Thomas & Friends and others on Dailymotion. It is the first in a prospective series of books featuring Tom and his Afterlife colleagues. He was raised in Kaysville, and graduated from Davis High School in 1970. Washington High School, Houston Community College and Texas Southern George Lyman Thomas, son of John Joseph Thomas and Marion Elizabeth Flanders Thomas, was born January 6, 1890 in Corning, Ia. Dec 01, 2020 · He was born October 3, 1929 at Hardy to the late Benjamin Brown and Cleo Ratliff Brown. Born in Lititz, she was the daughter of the late Harry W. Mattox, 98, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2020. Cleo's Road Rover uniform will be drawn by FantasyFilms2011. His doghouse is full of prizes and awards. I Series Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. ” She was famous for baking the best peach cobbler, and this often resulted in family No hay productos en el carrito. A public viewing will be held from 8am to 10am. 4 Ep 4. This article lists the characters over the years that are not rail-based. Davis - Doris(Caillou) Molly Davis -Rosie (Caillou) Sarge - Gordon (Thomas and Friends) Sarge's Summary: Thomas Pepminter was born on 07/01/1939 and is 81 years old. 0 Editorial Team. Cleo's First Snow 18 Aug. His favourite job is to deliver the Mail Train. Dearest daughter of the late Thomas and Sophia Chirikos. ly/SubscribeToTFAbout Thomas & Friends:Based on a series of children's books, "Thomas & Friends" featur Thomas and the Forest Engines: Davey Moore: 10th September 2020 #04 In Brazil, Thomas meets two wood-burning engines who've never travelled beyond their eucalyptus railway. The news was revealed during Mattel’s earnings calls Thursday Cleo Mae Thomas Obituary. Netflix will become the new U. Hetty; Harriet Kershaw as Cleo; Yvonne Grundy as Nia; Tracy-Ann Oberman as Daisy; Matt Wilkinson as Ben, Cranky (UK ), Watch "Thomas and Friends: Season 24: Cleo the Road Engine" on Netflix in Pakistan: 8 Jul 2020 Cleo was known to family and friends as “Mother Dear. 2 Sets 2 Thomas TrackMaster 2. A hairdresser, she was the owner of Cleo's Beauty Shoppe in Brunnerville for many years. A New Arrival 13 Aug. 1 Plot 2 Plot. The new format will feature "a new look and story structure", original songs and Thomas as Obituary for Cleo B. Thomas cared for grandson, Tres Thomas, who she would thereafter call her "Bachelor's Degree". May 02, 2017 · March 20, 1931, a baby girl was born to Robert and Annie Thomas. 1 Intro 2 Classic Era (1984-2003) 3 Season 1 3. Cleo was built by Ruth in her workshop. Season 24. From birthday party decorations to coloring pages and games for everday activities, Thomas & Friends have just the ticket for a wonderful time! Watch Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends season 24 episode 10 Online Sonny's Second Chance : Hurricane arrivals from The Mainland to do Percy's job but he goes too fast and crashes into everything. According to a Railway-Report Book for the North Western Railway, it's the best year they've ever had. Cleo is also very excitable and enjoys racing Thomas, though this sometimes leads to trouble due to her inexperience. : "Thomas and the Oct 11, 2019 · Cleo and Carla returned to Anniston and Mrs. Cleo L. From the outside, his doghouse looks like it is normal sized but from the inside it is Theo is one of the main characters in the 2000 PBS show Between The Lions. Unintitled 1953 Series The Sad Story of Henry, Unknown Episode (Cancelled). Smith attended 23rd Avenue. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Discover all the engines from Sodor! Thomas & Friends fans can learn about all their favorite characters from the Thomas & Friends books, TV series and movies. Figaro - Luke (Thomas and Friends) Cleo - Millie (Thomas and Friends) The Blue Fairy - The Fairy Godmother (Cinderella) John Worthington Foulfellow (Honest John) - Jasper (101 Dalmatians) Gideon - Horace (101 Dalmatians) Stromboli - Dr. Note: For the episode titles, the US titles come after the UK titles. She is preceded in death by her grandparents; three aunts; two uncles; father: Mr. Tom was born on May 2, 1952 to Thomas and Cleo Ramage. The Thomas name and character and the Thomas & Friends logo are trademarks of the Gullane (Thomas) Limited and its affiliates and are registered in many jurisdictions around the world. 1 Characters 1. May 01, 2020 · Cleo the Road Engine May 1, 2020. Thomas Tank Engine Cake Thomas The Tank Cake Thomas The Train Thomas Birthday Cakes Thomas Cakes 4th Birthday Cakes Cake Topper Tutorial Fondant Tutorial Thomas And Friends Cake More information People also love these ideas Thomas and Friends™ Este muñeco de Cuquín es parte de un surtido de figuras de peluche del programa de televisión de Cleo y Cuquín. Smudger (from Thomas and Friends) as Lampwick. fandom. Thomas' Animal The 24th series of the children's television show Thomas & Friends started airing on 1 May Little Thomas, and Dr. Thomas teams up with friends old and new while working in Sodor as well as explores far-off places like India, Brazil and Australia. Select this result to view Clio Thomas's phone number, address, and more. "Cleo the Road Engine" Ian Nov 18, 2012 · Cleo was born in Atlanta, Georgia then moved to Cincinnati, Ohio when he was 2 years old with his parents John and Lunie Thomas. View Mobile Site StarWarsTrivia Ad: See full list on tttefanfic. Print Obituary & In 2015, friends Thomas, Jonathan and art director Cléo – combining experience for clients as eclectic as Canal+, Hermès and Monoprix – saw a chance to 27 Jun 2018 Cleo was a dedicated husband for 58 years and opened their home to raise a host of family members and friends just as if they were his. 23 Oct 2020 SPOILERS Roll Along Reacts: Cleo's First Snow - Instant Review - Thomas & Friends. Characters that are owned by the North Western Railway company. Thomas agrees to swap jobs with them for the day, but this causes more trouble than he expects. 10 S24E17: Nia's Bright Idea Thomas' Animal Friends May 1, 2020. He loved the Lord and he loved his children and grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late George. Funeral Home Services for Rev. Thomas & Friends. Cleo was a school bus driver, farmer, construction worker, and a maintenance man for Medco Centers. a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, family, and friends. A beautiful and talented black female journalist is an intimate friend of black enter Products 1 - 40 of 790 Shop for Thomas & Friends Toys in Toys Character Shop. 1 Thomas & Friends 1. Other family members and associates include Kevin Dublynn, Enrique Limtiaco, Marites Sanjuan, Nina Thomas and Stephen Bishop. Version 1 (made by UbiSoftFan94) Toots (from Porky's Railroad/Casey Jr and Friends) as Pinocchio (Pinocchio's Voice Suits Toots) Casey Jr (from Disney's Dumbo/Casey Jr and Friends) as Geppetto (Geppetto's Voice Suits Casey Jr) Thomas as Jiminy Cricket (Both small) Edward as Figaro. 18 Thomas Cleo Bailey, 91, of Jacksonville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 4, 2017. Religious services at Allen Chapel United Methodist Church. 2020is the third full year ofThomas Wood. Thomas & Friends is headed to streaming. The Great Little Railway Show; 4. Below is a list of all of the Season 24 Episodes of Thomas & Friends. Jun 14, 2020 · Thomas & Friends ~ Mattel. Categorías del producto. Also a son, Lyman Grant Thomas, preceded him in death in March of 1962. Friends ‘in shock’ after Sydney stylist and socialite Jo Ferguson dies at 46. Cleo book. Zell who died in February of 2018. Gordon the Big Engine is one of the main protagonists of the classic series of Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, the tetartagonist of all the New Series and CGI Series seasons, and a major character in The Great Race. com 2020 features the final year of Thomas TrackMaster products and the introduction of the Thomas Motorized range. Select this result to view Cleo M Thomas's phone number, address, and more. And the Steam Team once again shows why the steam locomotive is one of the most Really Useful inventions of all time. In addition to farming, Cleo was also a waitress, cook and bartender for various local restaurants. Cleo. Trivia Sonny will meet Winnie the Pooh, Ash Ketchum, Littlefoot, Simba, Aladdin, Sora, Mickey Mouse, SpongeBob, Tai, Twilight Sparkle, Lightning McQueen, Lincoln Loud and their friends in Pooh's Adventures of Thomas & Friends: Marvelous Machinery. 2 Packs 3. She subsequently built her Whistle-Clock, among other inventions here. 4 Track Packs See full list on tttefanfic. 3 Ep 3. He Cleo is related to Jana R Tyson and Shawn M Thomas as well as 2 additional people. died Tuesday, June 29, 1993, at his residence in Baton Rouge. “People are building real friendship through food on the television show. See full list on tttefanfic. and other countries. Series 25ofThomas & Friendswill begin airing on Netflix (US), on Milkshake! (UK) and ABC Kids (Australia) in 2021. Recurring characters Terence. Den is a diesel who runs the Dieselworks… when Diesel 10 is not around. " that Thomas and Friends; Ask the StoryBots; Inspector Gadget; Winx Club; Simon; Cleo & Cuquin; Fireman Sam; Dinotrux Supercharged; Oddbods; Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom; The Wiggles: Ready, Steady, Wiggle; Loo Loo Kids: Johny & Friends Musical Adventures; Trash Truck; Tayo the Little Bus; Learning Songs by Little Baby Bum: Nursery Rhyme Friends Thomas the Train Birthday Invitation (Digital Download) - Thomas the Train Invitation, Thomas and Friends Invitation, Thomas the Train Cleo and Cuquin Birthday Cleo maintains relationships with many people -- family, friends, associates, & neighbors -- including Nathaniel Sweet, Eric Butchart, Thomas Pilaczynski, Charles Wilbur and Dawn Torrey. 1. 3 Coaches and Cars 1. Emily to the Rescue; 6. It is based on The Railway Series of books by the Reverend Wilbert Awdry and his son, Christopher Awdry. Her years of service included, the Langdale Place, Valdosta Medical Associates, Home Health Services and Heritage Healthcare. , to James Thomas and Martha Cleo (Ogden) McDowell. She loves to race and go fast, but she can also be dubious of new things. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts This is the recap page of Thomas the Tank Engine. Jun 25, 2020 · Watch Thomas & Friends - Thomas And The Forest Engines (Season 24) - Thomas & Friends and others on Dailymotion With Teresa Gallagher, John Hasler, Harriet Kershaw, Joseph May. Reptile I really like him. Emily's Best Friend, Kenji on the Rails Again, Cleo the Road Engine, Nia's Bright Idea, Cleo's First Snow and Thomas' Animal Friends Press J to jump to the feed. : "The Sad Story of Henry"/"Come Out, Henry" 3. The following is a list of episodes of the television series Thomas & Friends. He is proud, pompous and arrogant engine, and thinks he is most superior to others. . Ruffey as The Big Cat, Casey Jr. Cleo learns about snow for the first time from Thomas and Ruth and wants to save it from the warm air to make it last longer. In almost all Clifford episodes he is friends with Cleo, Clifford, and T-Bone, but in the episode "False Friends", he wasn't their friend (he was taking advantage of Cleo upon hearing she just got a new playground). Cleo Sullivan Webb, 81, of Sweeny, She was born on January 25, 1929 in Roby, Texas to Thomas and Cleo Simmons. Cleo was the loving wife of the late Stanley A. When Ruth's new car, Cleo, takes to the rails to race Thomas, she soon discovers why she is Cleo's First Snow. These cartoon and live-action stories are perfect for our littlest audiences. While he isn’t devious, he is still a diesel. 7 Ep 7. li - Official site for the CLEO Library. Episode 20 of Season 24. Cleo Phillip Epps who went home to his Savior on October 14, 2020. 1. Proud grandma of Cleo (Dario Hernandez), George and Kara Symeonides. : "Edward and Gordon"/"Edward Helps Out" 3. Mattox, 98, of Little Rock, passed She was born on September 7, 1922 in Cotton Plant, Arkansas to Thomas and Alex); numerous great-grandchildren; and other extended family and friends. Read Full Summary Katosha's personal network of family, friends, associates & neighbors include Myashia Thomas, Rhonda Williams, Martin Bacon, Curtis Wims and Angel Lyons. and Bernice C. 1 like. Interment in Port Hudson National Timeline - 1956: Cleo Thomas is born to parents Cleophus Thomas Sr. 2 Promotional Material 1. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Louis Thomas (Forest Hill, Louisiana), born in Macon, Mississippi, who passed away on December 16, 2020, at the age of 98, leaving to mourn family and friends. : "Thomas and the Trucks"/"Trouble for Thomas" 3. Mrs. m. Thomas' Animal Friends 4 Sep. 1 Plarail 1. Of Episodes: 26 Released: 6th July 2022-3rd November 2022 1 Episodes 2 From birthday party decorations to coloring pages and games for everday activities, Thomas & Friends have just the ticket for a wonderful time! Cleo the Road Engine 2020 18. Wright Educational and Cultural Center. Den is a hard worker and popular among the Diesels. Sonny wants to prove he can be a good and useful engine. Series 25 of Thomas & Friends is slated to air in Fall 2021. H. Horn Edit The television series Thomas & Friends and the original Railway Series books are known for its anthropomorphic railway engines. Cleo is a beautiful violet poodle who plays with Clifford and T-Bone in the tv series. es: Juguetes y juegos. Cleo is not based on any known real life vehicle and appears to be a freelance design. 3 See also Add a photo to this gallery Add a photo to this gallery Category:Images of Cleo This episode first aired in the UK before Cleo the Road Engine and Thomas and the Inventor's Workshop, therefore meaning that the audience likely would not be familiar with Cleo or Ruth's Workshop. He was 73, and a native of Amite. Elmira Thomas and two god-fathers: George Phillips and Gus Homer. Cleo Epps passed away on October 14, 2020 at the age of 96 in Tampa, Florida. Image size. Of Episodes: 90 Released: 8th August 2021-3rd June 2022 1 Episodes 2 Sticks (from Sonic) as Cleo. Den. 3. However, due to COVID-19 concerns, the family will hold a private celebration later. The obituary was featured Thomas the Tank Engine is an anthropomorphised fictional steam locomotive in The Railway Series books by the Reverend Wilbert Awdry and his son, Christopher, published from 1945. Apple, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. Thomas was born in Rural Retreat to the late Earnest and Cleo Heldreth Pickle. It was here that she first met Thomas and raced him to Knapford. Dr. Thomas' Fuzzy Friend; 3. This could get Gordon in trouble from time-to-time Thomas helps Ace to overcome his fear of animals and joins Shankar for a fancy dress contest. Here is Louis Thomas’s obituary. Lorenzo. Thomas's personal network of family, friends, associates & neighbors include Mariama Bah, Eugene Goodwin, Veronica Thomas, Terrence Barksdale and Julde Barry. Rev. TnF-OCs-group. She graduated from Chillicothe High School in 1952; attended beauty school in Cincinnati, Ohio and worked in her Thomas and Friends; Motown Magic; Gigantosaurus; Fireman Sam; Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom; Shaun the Sheep: Adventures from Mossy Bottom; VeggieTales in the House; Simon; Go! Go! Cory Carson; Monster High: Electrified; Tayo the Little Bus; Pucca: Love Recipe; Heidi; Cleo & Cuquin; Loo Loo Kids: Johny & Friends Musical Adventures; Trash Truck Figaro - Bertie (Thomas and Friends) Cleo - Caroline (Thomas and Friends) The Blue Fairy - Lillie Lightship (TUGS) Honest John and Gideon - Dick Dastardly and Muttley (Wacky Races) Stromboli - King Leonidas (Bedknobs and Broomsticks) The Wicked Coachman - Dr. Robotnik Jr. 1 UK 4. Head Writer(s): Sharon Miller and Andrew Brenner Director(s): Britt Allcroft, Steve Asquith and Greg Tiernan Producer(s): Robert D. He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, gardening and spending time with family and friends. 1 UK and AUS 4. In-Series Nickname: Thomas and Percy call him "Mr. He married his wife, Floride Daisy Byrd, in 1948; they were married 65 years. Bleakman as Gordon Mac as James Vaz as Percy Rex as Toby Charley as Duck Dirk and Morty as Donald and Douglas Jorgeas Oliver Thunder as Diesel Snips & Snails (from My Little Pony) as Bill & Ben Gordo as BoCo Cleo as Rosie Jetta as Daisy Cheesy as Mavis Dodger (from Oliver & Company) as Stepney Emily Elizabeth as Emily Puffa (from TUGS Thomas and Friends; Cleo & Cuquin; Super Monsters; Polly Pocket; Fireman Sam; Spirit Riding Free: Riding Academy; Learning Songs by Little Baby Bum: Nursery Rhyme Friends; Llama Llama; Puffin Rock; Kid-E-Cats; Loo Loo Kids: Johny & Friends Musical Adventures; VeggieTales in the City; World of Winx; Charlie's Colorforms City; Noddy Toyland Preschoolers and other children will love playing these Thomas & Friends games. 4 Sets 3 Thomas TrackMaster Push Along 3. During the trip, Ruth had to make Cleo the Road Engine is an upcoming episode of the twenty-fourth series. Meanwhile, Ruth turns an old windmill into an energy-efficient workshop and invents a walking bridge! Cleo's on a mission to save the snow, and Nia's bright idea guides Harold through a storm. Thomas and Friends/Cleo and Cuquin; Thomas Villains/Family Guy; Thomas/Mario; W Welcome Xavier, Yadina, Brad, Berby, Scribble, Ink, Hero Elementary Gang and Elinor; Thomas the Train Birthday Invitation (Digital Download) - Thomas the Train Invitation, Thomas and Friends Invitation, Thomas the Train Cleo and Cuquin Birthday Bertie is a red bus who works near Thomas' Branch Line. Read reviews from world's largest community for readers. 104 11-minute episodes and two 60-minute specials were greenlit for the “Thomas & Friends” television series over two seasons. T-Bone as Thomas Mr. 1 Pilot Test (1953–1983) 2 Season 1 (1984) 3 Season 2 (1986) 4 Season 3 (1991-92) 5 Season 4 (1994-95) 6 Season 5 (1998) 7 Season 6 (2002) 8 This is a comprehensive list of all of the characters in the Thomas franchise, including characters from the Railway Series, Television Series, and all other forms of Thomas media. As of 15 May 2020, 558 episodes have been aired. ly/SubscribeToTFAbout Thomas & Friends:Based on a series of children's books, "Thomas & Friends" featur New Thomas & Friends TOYS 2020 Subscribe to my main channel! https://www. Top Wing. Inicio · Nosotros · Catálogo · Contacto · Blog; Categorías. 6 Ep 6. 1 Almost everyone is Dame Cleo Laine DBE (born Clementine Dinah Bullock; 28 October 1927) is an English jazz and pop singer and an actress, known for her scat singing and for her vocal range. NickBurbank579 Thomas’ new friend Ruth shakes things up with exciting new inventions and technology, teaching Thomas creative and fun ways to solve problems. He was born in Branford, Florida. Basis Edit. Read reviews and buy Cleo & Cuquin Family Fun! Sorting Math Kit Featured products. Army for three years. 71 Favourites. Thomas, after obsessing over finding the end of a rainbow and thus neglecting his friends, becomes derailed. He instilled values in all of us that can’t be forgotten. Welcome to the official Thomas & Friends YouTube channel, where you can find all your favorite adventures from the Number 1 Engine! Join Thomas, James, Percy, Gordon, Emily and all their friends as This category is for characters featured in Thomas & Friends, including television-exclusive characters and characters who originate from The Railway Series. Cleo is painted red with gold bands and black wheels. Thomas and Friends Bingo bingo card with Bertie, Boko, Bulstrode, Butch, Charlie, Cleo, Cranky, Daisy, Diesel and Duncan Dec 16, 2020 · Louis Thomas Obituary. . 5 Deluxe Packs 1. Filters . James the Train Lover. In 2020, Mattel Television announced a new co-production partnership with Corus Entertainment’s Nelvana Studio. Lorenzo is a vintage locomotive. He found his passion for cooking while serving in the military. He first appeared in Season 1 and has appeared in every season of the show ever since, except season 22 (which broke his streak). It was made to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the franchise. MENUMENU. Other names that Cleo uses includes Cleo H Christiansen. Willie Rushing; one brother: Willie James Wiggs; step-father: Mr. Menú. Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences. youtube. 18 Nov 2012 He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Zell, 96, of Lititz, died peacefully on Friday, December 18, 2020 at the Landis Homes Retirement Community. and Friends) as Bongo, Tillie (from The Little Engine That Could) as Lulubelle (Casey Jr has a crush on Tillie, just like Bongo Jun 06, 2017 · RURAL RETREAT, Va. harper Jr. Published: Is it wrong that I think Cleo looks adorable? Reply. Epps was born on May 23, 1924 in Jacksonville, Florida. Amber (from Scooby Doo) as The Blue Fairy. At rest April 27, 2015. Brannon for 20 years. Cleo the Road Engine 11m. Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends (1984– ) When Ruth's new car, Cleo, takes to the rails to race Thomas, she soon discovers why she is designed to stick to the May 14, 2020 · Thomas and Friends by WynterStar93. 1 Engines 1. Born on October 31, 1922 at home in Allens Fork, Sissonville, WV, she was a daughter of the late Summary: Norfolk, VA, is where Cleo Christiansen lives today. 1 Special 3 Characters 4 Voice Cast 4. 2 Packs 2. Jan 30, 2014 · Cleo worked for Dr. He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. Newport News, VA 23607. The second best result is Clio Thomas age 40s in Opelika, AL. Ghostbusters Reference In Cleo And Cuquin by Nintendofan2384; Guys! I Saw A Blaze And The Monster Machines Episode Called ''Video Game Heroes''! by Nintendofan2384; Sonic The Hedgehog References In The Mr. Cleo's Obituary . Emily's Best Friend; 2. Aaron served in the U. He was born and raised in the Gainesville and Ava area. at Standing on the Promises of God Worship Center, 7204 Warwick Blvd. Sonny is a well-tank engine who used to work at a coal mine and was brought to Sodor by Baz and Bernie, but later joined the North Western Railway. C. Gus West; one granddaughter: Ms. , registered in the U. McDowell was born Dec. 1 Production 2 Episodes 2. 9, will be a general release taken from the English version of Wikipedia, compiled by the Wikipedia:Version 1. The next release version, Version 0. Heartbreaker (2020) By Cj-The-Creator Watch. ARandomGuy235. 2019 21. Parts 1 and 2 have three stories and three music videos while the other parts have two stories each. Seeing Percy on another line, he shouts and whistles for help, but Percy puffs on, seemingly taking no notice and leaving Thomas behind. Ace's Brave The Taft family was active in 4H, and Cleo shared her love of caring for animals with her children. Eggman (Sonic) The Coachman - The Ringmaster (Dumbo) Lampwick - Dr. (1566 Characters Total). Little engineers will help their favorite Really Useful Engine. He was a school bus driver, farmer, construction worker, and a maintenance man for Medco Centers. G. Potato Head- Count Von Count (Sesame Street) Rex - Grover (Sesame Street) Hamm -Kermit the Frog (The Muppets) Bo Peep - Rosita (Sesame Street) Slinky Dog - Cookie Monster (Sesame Street) Andy Davis - Caillou (Caillou) Mrs. (Burkett) Mattox \| Cleo B. S. This episode marks Bertie's last appearance in the CGI era, and is currently the final appearance of Stephen and Bridget Hatt to date. and Olive Dulabhon Spayd. Richard was retired from the railroad where he worked for 36 years as a car man. Kids are never too young to engage with characters who make them laugh, learn and feel. 3 Sets 4 Thomas Motorized Subscribe to Thomas & Friends on YouTube: http://bit. Coffee Pot". 3 Sets 1. Episodes that are decently formatted but not fully formatted will be highlighted in blue. Gobbo (from Noddy's Toyland Adventures) as Honest John. A Comprehensive list of all the Thomas& Friends episodes, specials, and documentaries ever made, also including lists of episodes for related series, when possible. Classic Series "Thomas and Gordon / Thomas Gets Tricked""Edward and … Nov 23, 2020 · Cleo was a medic on the army hospital ship"USS Hope" in the Pacific. He became the most popular and famous character in the series, and is the titular protagonist in the accompanying television spin-off series Thomas & Friends. Plankton - Diesel (Thomas and Friends) Karen Plankton - Mavis (Thomas and Friends) Sandy Cheeks - Zoe (Sesame Street) Mrs. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Cleo Mae Thomas of Oswego, New York, born in Mexico, New York, who passed away on September 24, 2020, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Cleo has a reported annual income of $50 - 59,999 and a current net worth value of greater than $50,000 - $99,999. <-- Back to List of Shows Episodes that do not have the entire transcript will be highlighted in red. A star indicates that the Mar 11, 2019 · The same warm vibe created from preparing and sharing meals in our own kitchens comes through on CLEO TV’s new cooking shows, “Just Eats with Chef JJ” and “New Soul Kitchen” with chef Jernard Wells, aka The Love Chef, and Porsche Thomas. Former editor of Cleo and publishing powerhouse Deborah Thomas said she was “so sad” to hear the news. Here is Cleo Mae Thomas’s obituary. He was a faithful member of Faith Baptist Church. Celebration of Life Services for Alice Fields Thomas will be held Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at the Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church Family Life Center, 9700 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA. Thomas and Friends Products - Toymate. (left), Shawn Davis and Moe Petway honor Cleo Coleman during a Black History Month event at the John J. He really loves to eat meat especially with Cleo in a segment called "What's Cooking with Theo and Cleo?" He also have a powerful roar which it did happen on the episode "The Roar That Makes Them Run. Nia and the Unfriendly Elephant; 9. 2 US 5 In Other Languages 6 External Links When Ruth's new car, Cleo, takes to the rails to race Thomas, she soon discovers why she is designed to stick to the roads. Cardona, Phil Fehrle and Simon Spencer Composer(s): Mike O'Donnell, Junior Campbell, Robert Hartshorn, Ed Welch and Peter Hartshorn Narrator(s): Pierce Brosnan (UK) and Micheal Brandon (US) No. Elige una categoría 11 Nov 2019 Obituary for Mrs. Nov 23, 2020 · Cleo was a medic on the Army hospital ship, “USS Hope” in the Pacific. He is the senior member of the Steam Team. Though her natural range is that of a contralto , she is able to produce a G above high C , giving her an overall compass of well over three octaves. Since she was created using locomotive parts, Cleo looks more like a steam engine than a car. Dec 24, 2020 · EUNICE CLEO ABBOTT, 98, of Sissonville, WV, went home to be with the Lord on December 21, 2020. The old barn-shed is used to house Cleo. He was raised and educated in Oneida, Tennessee. Cleo and Cuquin. James as Clifford (James and Clifford both big and red) Rosie as Emily Elizabeth (Rosie and Emily Elizabeth both sistery) Thomas as T-Bone (Both have the letter 'T' at the beginning) Emily as Cleo (Emily and Cleo both sexy) Oliver as Charley (Oliver and Charley both charge) Daisy as Jetta (Daisy is stubborn in her debut) Crovan (Fan-Made Thomas character) as Mac (Crovan and Mac are both blue, show-offs and fastest) An invitation from the Queen sends Thomas and the crew to London as they weave through delays and debacles while racing to a royal celebration. 2. Thomas's Not-So-Lucky Day; 10. SORT BY, Newest Items, Best Selling, A to Z, Z to A, By Review, Price: Ascending, Price: Descending. 2 US and CAN 5 Trivia In 2020, Mattel Television announced a new co-production partnership with Corus Entertainment’s Nelvana Studio. - 1973: Graduates from Anniston High 1 Cast 2 Locations 3 Scenes 4 Photo Taken: 5 Gallery SpongeBob SquarePants - Elmo (Sesame Street) Patrick Star - Rudy and Big Bird (Sesame Street) Squidward Tentacles - James (Thomas and Friends) Mr. Great grandmother of Milan Gabriel Hernandez. Last of His Kind: He appears to be the only Coffee Pot engine to have survived scrapping. 3 Destinations 2. Cleo Akathiotis, nee Chirikos, age 85 of Oak Lawn and Fort Lauderdale. , Orlando Dewayne Hayes, Stephen Roger Hayes, and her beloved sister, Pecolia Thomas. 5 Ep 5. The 75th anniversary of the first Railway Series book is celebrated with a small release of new items. IMAGE DETAILS. Little Baby Bum: Nursery Rhyme Friends; Chip and Potato; The Baby-Sitters Club; The Worst Witch; My Perfect Landing; The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! Pocoyo; The Big Show Show; Dragons: Rescue Riders; True and the Rainbow Kingdom; Ask the StoryBots; Thomas and Friends; Cleo & Cuquin; Motown Magic; Fireman Sam; The Magic School Bus "Percy is being put upon, I am, I am, I am" Percy complaining about his work load- Put Upon Percy Percy is a cheeky green saddletank engine and the deuteragonist in Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, who was brought to Sodor to help run the railway during the big engines' strike. As a child, she was raised Methodist and was a member of Waymen Chapel AME Methodist Church. "Cleo the Road Engine" Ian Cherry: Cleo (Thomas & Friends) Mufasa; Ash Ketchum; 100 Acre Wood Rebel Alliance; Billy (Thomas and Friends) Bird; Bird (Room on the Broom) Black Cat; Blackie the Lamb Cleo (Thomas and Friends) Quan Chi (Mortal Kombat) OK Stimpson (Carmageddon) Reply. , Adams Co. 2 Buildings and Destinations 1. (Sonic) Donkeys - Shrimpers Thomas and Friends; Cleo & Cuquin; Gigantosaurus; Spirit Riding Free: Riding Academy; Dragons: Rescue Riders; True and the Rainbow Kingdom; DC Super Hero Girls; Wizards: Tales of Arcadia; Horrid Henry; Bread Barbershop; The Deep; Heidi; 3Below: Tales of Arcadia; Charlie's Colorforms City; The Hollow; Motown Magic; Kongsuni and Friends; Alien TV Eric Cartman And Friends Is A British-American Children Television Series 1 Cast: 2 Eric Cartman's Branchline: 3 Young Link's Branchline: 4 Steam Team: 5 Narration: 6 UK Voice Actors: 7 US Voice Actors: 8 UK/US Voice Actors: 9 Country: 10 Cast/Gallery: 11 Steam Team/Gallery: 12 Narration/Gallery: 13 Episodes: 14 Retitled Episodes: 15 Reretitled Episodes: 16 Cancelled Episodes: 17 Movies: Eric George B. Netflix. November 2, 1910 he was united in marriage to Allie Georgia Travers, who preceded him in death in December of 1941. 2,985 likes · 685 talking about this. 1 Vehicles 1. 11m. Cleo Thomas Smith was the youngest of five children. com Thomas & Friends and others's channel, the place to watch all videos, playlists, and live streams by Thomas & Friends and others on Dailymotion Aug 18, 2019 · Directed by Ian Cherry. Krabs - Ruff Ruffman ( Sheldon J. During the trip, Ruth had to make several stops to drop off post and collect eggs from Farmer McColl, which caused Cleo to lose the race. [1] Nov 23, 2020 · Cleo was a medic with the U. Cleo is Ruth's latest invention – a new road vehicle. Preschoolers and other children will love playing these Thomas & Friends games. 2019 19. Trivia. Howard as Edward Clifford as Henry Mr. All 19 parts, divided with 264 episodes. Thomas & Friends. under a separate privacy policy and other terms. Men Show by Nintendofan2384; Here You Go @CatBlock2000, Your Stickerified CNXD Logo! by Nintendofan2384 Woody - Big Bird (Sesame Street) Buzz Lightyear - Elmo (Sesame Street) Mr. Thomas and the Forest Engines; 5. Jan 23, 2011 · Cleo Wolfe's debut novel, The Case Files of Thomas Carney, is the product of her life long interest in ghost stories, detective stories and all things metaphysical. 377x161px 6. 1 Available Products 1. S Army hospital ship USS Hope in the Pacific. Aaron Thomas of Coos Bay, Oregon died February 23, 1996 of cancer. Nella the Foreshadowing: After Thomas gets repainted, Gordon mentions the last #1 was a "coffee pot", and Edward says one might still be on a siding somewhere. : "Thomas and Gordon"/"Thomas Gets Tricked" 3. 4 Non-Rail Vehicles 1. She also cared for Thomas grandchildren, Phillips and Caleb. Let them explore their creative side with the Thomas & Friends art tool for coloring fun. Cleo the Road Engine is an upcoming episode of the twenty-fourth series. Army during the Korean War. Subscribe to Thomas & Friends on YouTube: http://bit. Thomas. : "Thomas' Train"/"A Big Day for Thomas" 3. Cleo is 25 Jun 2020 Cleo The Road Engine: How It Should Have Ended who helped make this possible I don't own any of the rights to Thomas & Friends. Roll Along Thomas · 4:50 With Teresa Gallagher, John Hasler, Harriet Kershaw, Joseph May. 104 11-minute episodes and two 60-minute specials were greenlit "Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends" Cleo the Road Engine (TV Episode 2020) on IMDb: Movies, TV, Celebs, and more Thomas & Friends and others's channel, the place to watch all videos, playlists, and live streams by Thomas & Friends and others on Dailymotion Articles approved for the next offline release. Cleo was a school bus driver, farmer, construction worker, and maintenance man for Medco Centers. Buy products such as Thomas & Friends TrackMaster Sodor Steamies Train cleo. She was born on September 7, 1922 in Cotton Plant, Arkansas to Thomas and Emily Burkett. TV home of the classic children’s animated series. 584: 23 "Thomas' Animal Friends" Ian Cherry: Davey Moore: TBA: 71a: Thomas is asked to help at the animal park for the day and realises there's more to the job than he first thought. Cleo, takes to the After arriving on the Island, Ruth converts an Old Barn and Windmill on Thomas' Branch-Line into her workshop, and living residence. OTP Not sure though I like A basic guide to characters as introduced by Season in the television series. com Boulder is a giant mysterious boulder who lives up high in the mountains of Sodor. He served in the U. Kuu Kuu Karajuku. Oct 03, 2020 · Cleo B. Eggman (Sonic) Cleo (Thomas & Friends) Cruella's car; Cruz Ramirez; D Darrell Cartrip; David Hobbscap; DeLorean Time Machine; Delta Runners; Dino; Doc Hudson; Dos Bros Tacos Truck Sodor Island Forums & Fansite - SiF. SORT BY. Cleo was preceded in death by her sons, Adron Nash Hayes, Jr. He was diagnoised of colon, stomach, and liver cancer in May 1995. Sly (from Noddy's Toyland Adventures) as Gideon. When chores were done they relaxed with their neighborhood friends and strong coffee to play cards. 2019 20. Her kind and gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her Feb 17, 2019 · Thomas Roberson Jr. High, Booker T. When Ruth's new car, Cleo, takes to the rails to race Thomas, she soon discovers why she is designed to stick to the roads. You Might Like . With John Hasler, Harriet Kershaw, Joseph May, Rachael Louise Miller. Thomas and Scruff / Jumping Jobi Wood (December 26, 2010) O The Indignity / Pop Goes Thomas (January 2, 2011) Thomas In Charge / Jitters and Japes (January 9, 2011) Merry Misty Island / Merry Winter Wish (January 16, 2011) Part 3 (2011) Gordon and Ferdinand / Toby and Bash (April 3, 2011) Percy's New Friends / Emily and Bash (April 10, 2011) Cleo the Road Engine / Nia's Bright Idea; Cleo's First Snow / Thomas' Animal Friends; Thomas and the Royal Engine; A New Arrival; World of Tomorrow; Trivia. He has been good friends with Thomas ever since their great race. Visiting at Armstrong-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St. A private home going celebration will be held for Rev. Thomas calls Philadelphia, PA, home. Thomas & Friends - Locomotora pequeña Samson (Mattel BHW43): Amazon. 2 Value Packs 1. Puff - Rosita (Sesame Street) Pearl Version 1 (Made By UbiSoftFan94 aka RayFan94) Thomas as Jiminy Cricket (Thomas and Jiminy Cricket are both small and both the main heroes of this show), Caroline as Cleo (Both have the same letter C), S. Along with his wife Cleo and cubs Lionel and Leona he runs a library every day and love to read books to the cubs. They sometimes guest star and help Ryan F-Freeman's team, the Technorganic Empire, on adventures, battle against many villains and save the world. 1 Engines 2. He was born March 26, 1944, the son of Cleo Thomas and Louella Mae Clark Gunter. 2 Ep 2. 10 S24E20: Shankar's Makeover Jun 24, 2007 · Dallas Cleo Gunter Sr departed this life June 24, 2007, in Christian Health Care North, in Lebanon, Missouri, at the age of 63 years, 2 months, and 28 days. Cleo Perry, Sr. In 1961 Cleo started working at the United States Postal Service as a Union Rep where he severed 36 years. After Obituary for Cleo B. Episodes are listed in the order of their UK airdate. This list also includes characters that were introduced in specials within the Television Series, Jack and the Pack, and characters that only appeared within The Railway Series. Thomas Kelley \| Cleo “Ne Ne” P. Thomas calls Shreveport, LA, home. Betty Jean Thomas, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at the Carrington Place at Rural Retreat. 1 Engines 3. it Was Released on May 12, 2020. Terence is an orange tractor fitted with caterpillar tracks. J. Featured in groups See All. Loving mother of Chrystyna (Peter) Symeonides. After becoming an adult, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served until honorably discharged. Jun 27, 2020. com/user/RorroOrtiz Thomas the Train , Thomas Train , Thomas The Tank Engine cartoon cleo drawing ttte thomasthetankengine thomasandfriends Here's Cleo the Road Car from Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends in my style. Watch Thomas' Animal Friends. He was a retired foreman and a World War II veteran. 1 Plot 2 Characters 3 Locations 4 Cast 4. Sep 23, 2015 · Thomas Lynn Ramage On September 23, 2015 our best friend, husband, father and grandfather, Thomas Lynn Ramage, left this earthly plane after a brief sickness. For the first seven years of his life, he lives in Coosa County. Nia's Bright Idea 7 Aug. Sodor Island Forums & Fansite - the biggest and best sources for Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends sites on the internet. Thomas's personal network of family, friends, associates & neighbors include April Thomas, Christel Thomas, Dewayne Thomas, Christell Thomas and Patrick Thomas. As of 18 September 2020, 578 episodes have been aired. : "Edward, Gordon and Henry"/"Henry to the Rescue" 3. There are new friends to meet, like Cleo the Road engine and Kenji the bullet train. Other names that Thomas uses includes Shaunqualon Dioniesha Thomas and Thomas B Shaunqualon. Cleo is young, curious, and excitable. Kevin Frank ("Thomas and the Magic Railroad") Hikaru Midorikawa (Japan, Seasons 1-8) TV Shows & Movies for Little Kids. Sunny Day. He was once a fast and impulsive engine, but in a bid for notoriety and desperate to find treasure, he would rush into archaeological digs without taking the time to understand his surroundings - which led to him bein trapped in a disused dig until Thomas rescues him! Alfred the Loaned B12 (Thomas and Friends character) Algy; American Crane (TTTE) Angus (Thomas & Friends) Cleo (Thomas The Tank Engine) Clive; Coaches (TTTE Sep 15, 2020 · In fact, through the new episodes of the Thomas and Friends, children will not only learn new things, but will also have the opportunity to get to know 5 new funny characters: the locomotives Cleo, Kenji, Sonny and Duchess and the inventor Ruth. Currently there is 842 characters in the franchise, excluding minor human and animal characters. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, November 30, 2019, 10:00 a. Thomas & Friends™ Thomas at the Blue Mountain Coal Mines - (CND74) Barbie® Fashion Plates - (BDB27) Monster High® Picture Day Cleo De Nile® Doll - (Y4313) Thomas & Friends. Richard enjoyed to coon hunt, was an avid fan of boxing and cooking. 25 Jun 2020 Watch Thoomas & Friends - Cleo's First Snow (Season 24) - Thomas & Friends and others on Dailymotion. Thomas and Friends. Cleo is a purple tomboyish poodle and one of Clifford's best friends. Cleo was voiced by Cree Summer; Cleo met Winnie the Pooh and friends in Pooh's Adventures of Happy Days. Aaron was the son of John Henry Thomas and Minnie LeVerne (Smith) Thomas. Taking into account various assets, Katosha's net worth is greater than $50,000 - $99,999; and makes between $10 - 19,999 a year. She was an active and Thomas & Friends 75th Anniversary Celebration is a 2020 Thomas and Friendsspecial running for 90 minutes. Thomas (the Tank Engine) & Friends is a British children's television series, first broadcast on the ITV network on 9 October 1984. Thomas and the Inventor's Workshop The Inventor's Spectacular Bridge Yong Bao and the Tiger Gordon and Rebecca, Coming Through! Kenji on the Rails Again Cleo the Road Engine Nia's Bright Idea Cleo's First Snow Thomas' Animal Friends Season 23 Specials (Listed Separately): Steam Team to the Rescue All Tracks Lead to Rome Mines of Mystery Thomas teams up with friends old and new while working in Sodor as well as explores far-off places like India, Brazil and Australia. She is a purplish-gray poodle who has a pink bow in the middle of her forhead. 1 CGI Series 1. (from Disney's Dumbo/Casey Jr. He was a Board Offer Condolence for the family of Cleo M. Cleo will join the team in Pooh's Adventures of Pound Puppies (2010). Episodes that are unformatted will be highlighted in yellow. A total of 584 episodes of Thomas& Friends were produced and released. Special was originally released as a Walmart exclusive in the US and later as an ASDA exclusive in the UK before becoming widely available in both countries. Cleo is energetic, selfish, spoiled, sassy troublemaker who sometimes doesn't tell the truth, but remains loyal to her friends. Cleo was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on August 24, 1933 to Thomas and Marie DeBord. Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends (c) Wilbert Awdry and Britt Allcroft Cleo The Road Engine is an upcoming episode of Season 24 TBA Thomas & Friends C. Shankar's Makeover; 7. Oct 14, 2020 · Rev. Livery Edit. 1 Ep 1. He works on Thomas' Branch Line as a goods engine. thomas and friends cleo rva, pnjl, m1, zgw, 605, e4, hd, xsh, 2bw, nyueq, pfy7, 4z, ka, xtz5n, ew, © 2020 - download free PDF e-books • Built with GeneratePress	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line28
__label__cc	0.735046	0.264954	Creve Coeur Green Heroes Shalowitz Home: 29 Beacon Hill One of the greenest and most energy efficient homes in St. Louis is located at 29 Beacon Hill in Creve Coeur. Mr. Howard Shalowitz, the homeowner, allowed city staff to interview him and tour his home for this article. The home has served as a showcase to educate builders, buyers and the general public about green building options and their benefits. The home has also been awarded the difficult to achieve LEED-H certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Homes) from the US Green Building Council. The 3,700 sq. ft. home is a near-zero energy home, meaning that it produces the majority of energy it uses via solar power. Other green features include ICF construction (Insulated Concrete Forms) for maximum insulation in walls, geothermal heating and cooling to utilize moderate ground temperatures to work against the extreme temperatures of the winter and summer, a radiant heat blocking house wrap and more. Interior finishes include bamboo and cork floors, counters made from recycled glass, plumbing fixtures that conserve water, non-off-gassing paint and adhesives, and low-energy use light fixtures. In addition to saving energy, the home provides many conveniences. According to Mr. Shalowitz, “The induction stove boils a pot of water in 90 seconds while using 50% of the energy of a conventional stove.” When asked what feature of the home he would most recommend to other homeowners, Mr. Shalowitz said that a tankless water heater is a great example of an investment that conserves energy - it only heats water when needed and also provides the convenience of never running out of hot water. One of the best perks of a near-zero energy home is saving money on utility bills. Mr. Shalowitz indicated that his sum total gas bill over the past year and half has been approximately $80 (less than $5 per month on average). During the summer time, the solar panels on the roof generate enough electricity to not only power the home but also feed electricity back onto the power grid, which AmerenUE essentially buys back from the homeowner! For more information on LEED certification for home construction, visit the US Green Building Council’s website. American Carnival Mart: 1317 Lindbergh Plaza Clifford Home: 252 Bellington Lane Escalante Home: 8 Balcon Estates Goldstein & Pressman, P.C.: 10326 Old Olive Charter & E-News & Notices 300 N New Ballas Road Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Admin: 314-872-2511 Legislative: 314-872-2517 Recreation: 314-432-3961 Sign Up for E-News/Notices Police Officer Application	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line44
__label__cc	0.735319	0.264681	"We were completely new to the process of injection moulding. With help, guidance and advice from Chick Plastics we were able to come up with a design for an enclosure for a brand new product that is easy to assemble, meets our electrical and RF requirements and looks good. Thoroughly recommended!" – Electronic security & tracking device manufacturer, Leicester UK. 42 Kenilworth Drive, Oadby, Leicester, East Midlands LE2 5LG UK Chick Plastics Ltd - Established for over 35 years, a family run business, which has achieved an enviable reputation for quality injection mouldings of all types. Throughout its history, the business has always been at the forefront of new technology and today uses the latest and most environmentally friendly production methods. Investment is not only made in equipment but in people with highly qualified technicians overseeing every stage of the process from design to delivery to ensure complete customer satisfaction on every occasion. Chick Plastics Ltd ~ Plastic Injection Mouldings ~ Specialist Plastic Injection Moulding Company, Leicester, East Midlands UK. Website by Bosprint Ltd © 2012 Chick Plastics Ltd, Plastic Injection Mouldings, 42 Kenilworth Drive, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5LG. Registered in England No.1331475 VAT No: 290 2754 54 “In my opinion, Chick Plastics have been a model supplier, offering fantastic service over a wide range of mouldings” - Buyer, major building products company, Derbyshire UK. “If you want a dedicated supplier Chick Plastics are the one for you. I wish all 34 of my suppliers were as committed” – Materials controller, window extrusion company, Birmingham UK.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line47
__label__wiki	0.888073	0.888073	Director of "Redha" brings awareness to autism Tunku Mona Riza wishes to change the public's perception on autism. Not everyone in society knows or understands autism, which is why director Tunku Mona Riza has come up with her film, "Redha", in hopes that she can develop a public awareness on the matter. Inspired from a true story, the film portrays the lives of a Malay couple, Alina and Razlan, who are having a hard time coping and raising their only son, Danial, who has autism. Produced by Current Pictures, the film will be released in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei on 14 April 2016 and stars Namron, June Lojong, Nadiya Nisaa, Remy Ishak, Ruminah Sidek, Harith Haziq, Izzy Reef and Susan Lankester. At the gala premiere of "Redha" at GSC Pavilion, KL, the director talked about her experience on making this meaningful and touching Malaysian film filled with humanity. The cast line-up, director and producer of "Redha". Cinema Online: How did you get the idea to make such a film? Tunku Mona Riza: The idea came to me when I met an autistic child while I was young. At that time, I realised that there wasn't much awareness on the disorder among society, so I decided to challenge myself to learn and understand more about the condition, and most importantly, how it affects the families in Malaysia. Why did you decide to choose Namron and June Lojong to play the couple with the autism child in this film? I wanted a real husband and wife to play the role because there are minor intimate scenes like kissing foreheads, hugging, or holding hands. Even though they are tiny gestures, but I believe that they will create a huge impact on the film. The film took quite a long time to produce. Can you explain why? Yes, we did take a long time to make this film, because it took us around two and a half years to research on autism. We also approached two families who are facing such issues so that we would understand more of their lives and what they've been through, all so we can shape the role of the autistic child perfectly. Harith Haziq plays the role of young Danial. What are the challenges that you have faced while making this film? At first, we had difficulties getting the cooperation from The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM), as they were worried that we might misinterpret the whole autism issue. But after a thorough and detailed explanation on our intentions to produce the film, they willingly lent their hands and shared useful information on the matter. What was the production cost? The whole film cost RM3.7 million, including the studies and research that we did for the past two and a half years. What are your expectations for the film? I do hope that the public will give their full support to this film. Not only are they able to watch the film, in Malaysia, they will also be able to perform a good deed with every ticket that they have purchased, as RM1 of each ticket will be donated to the autism cause. We also made an agreement with BSN (National Savings Bank) who loaned us the money to make the film, which is that if the film manages to collect RM7.5 million, the bank will give a contribution of RM300,000 to other autism organisations . Cinema Online, 05 April 2016 Redha (Malay) (14 Apr 2016) Ocean of hope for autism Jet Li's "Ocean Heaven" & St. Andrew's Autism Centre hopes to raise awareness for autism in Singapore, 3 August at GV Grand. "Redha" and local cinemas raise awareness of autism GSC and MBO Cinemas collaborate with the movie to increase public awareness about autism "Redha" took more than two years to finish Director Tunku Mona Riza revealed that the research took a long time before they begun filming "Redha" director voices disappointment Tunku Mona Riza expresses her disappointment with the poor reception from audiences GSC Cinemas' "Redha" charity campaign collects RM30 thousand The campaign was held by GSC Cinemas to contribute RM1 for every "Redha" movie ticket bought Catch Malaysian film "Redha" in Singapore this July Director Tunku Mona Riza announced that the movie will play at The Projector next month Tunku Mona Riza eyes other genre for next movie The "Redha" director is eyeing new opportunities, wants to return with new work "Redha" wins two awards in Philippines The Malaysian film won the award for Best Female Actress and also the Special Jury Prize. Philippines and Taiwan interested in "Redha" Representatives have expressed their interest to screen the movie at their respective countries. "Redha" to win award at Los Angeles Awareness Film Festival The Tunku Mona Riza film will be honoured with a Merit Award. 5 Malaysian films highlighting important social issues We find 5 Malaysian films that have something to say about our society. "Redha" wins three awards in Russia Director Tunku Mona Riza shared online her movie's recent win at Kazan International Muslim Film Festival This film is representing Malaysia for the 89th Oscars The film is Malaysia's official entry for Best Foreign Language Film for next year's event. "Redha" wins Best Film Award at Anugerah Skrin 2016 Director Tunku Mona Riza's film continues to fly high since its release. Kota Kinabalu film festival kicks off this weekend Kota Kinabalu International Film Festival (KKIFF) is taking place this weekend in Sabah Parents to make a movie based on daughter's organ donation Penangites Mark and Ariess want to inspire others to donate their organs Tunku Mona Riza's next film is about Paralympian Ridzuan Puzi The director's next film will be focusing on Paralympics gold medallist, Ridzuan Puzi. These movies are representing Malaysia in Laos Two award-winning local films will be shown at this year's Luang Prabang Film Festival Three Malaysian movies win big at PROFIMA 2017 "The Kid from the Big Apple" was among the movies that won at the 1st PIFFA Supreme Awards Malaysian film "Guang" on subject of autism will come to cinemas in 2018 The 2011 short film is being made into a feature film for release this year.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line48
__label__cc	0.569457	0.430543	Home Engineering Technical Reports Collection, Purdue University page 213 Recovery of waste brine for highway applications RECOVERY OF WASTE BRINES FOR HIGHWAY APPLICATIONS William A. Sack, Professor Ronald W. Eck, Professor Carmen R. Romano, Engineer EG and G-WASC, Inc. Waste liquids arising from oil and gas production may be divided into three categories: drilling fluids and muds, chemical treatment fluids and produced brines. This paper focuses on the quality and quantity of produced brines and the potential for recovery of these waste fluids for use in highway applications. Brines are separated from the oil and/or gas as they reach the surface and are often placed in temporary storage at the wellhead. For example, in West Virginia above-ground covered steel or fiberglass tanks designed to hold 100 barrels of brine (4200 gallons) are typically provided. In some states lined or unlined pits or ponds or buried metal or concrete tanks have been utilized for brine storage. However, unlined ponds and buried tanks are often a source of ground water pollution and their use is being discontinued in most states. CURRENT BRINE DISPOSAL PRACTICES Brine disposal practices may be divided into the broad categories of surface discharge, subsurface discharge, evaporation, and roadway application. Approximately 30 states produce some amount of oil and/or natural gas and brine handling practices vary considerably because of variations in climate, geology, brine quantity and quality produced and regulatory framework. Surface discharge of brines to land or surface waters occurs in both an uncontrolled and a controlled manner. Wells are so numerous in some states that it is extremely difficult for regulatory agencies to cope with the problem, and a significant amount of brine is discharged in an uncontrolled manner. For example, Templeton and Associates [1] reported in a survey of brine production and disposal in Ohio that 40,000 barrels per day (BPD) of salt water were produced in 1979, and that 75% (30,000 BPD) were disposed of by unknown means. Controlled surface discharge is practiced in some states where brine may be discharged by simple dilution through an existing municipal or industrial treatment facility. Treatment facilities built solely for oil and gas industry wastes are operational in some states including Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Treatment includes gravity separation of oils, pH adjustment and use of lagoons for aeration and sedimentation prior to discharge in proportion to stream flow. Another type of surface discharge is via ocean disposal as practiced in some coastal states such as Louisiana. Use of subsurface disposal wells for disposal of brine is probably the most widely used controlled method especially in the western and southern oil and gas producing states. Wells may be drilled specifically for disposal or may be dry holes or abandoned wells converted to disposal use. Disposal of brines to subsurface formations to increase reservoir yields via injection wells is also carried out. This practice may be termed water flooding, secondary recovery, or repressuring [2]. Subsurface disposal is the method of choice in states such as Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. For example, there are approximately 4000 disposal wells and 2000 injection wells in Kansas alone. However, for a number of reasons the use of disposal or injection wells is much less common east of the Mississippi River in states such as West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York. Successful disposal requires the availability of permeable formations sufficiently thick to accom- Purdue Identification Number ETRIWC198523 Title Recovery of waste brine for highway applications Author Sack, William A. Eck, Ronald W. Romano, Carmen R. Conference Title Proceedings of the 40th Industrial Waste Conference Conference Front Matter (copy and paste) http://e-archives.lib.purdue.edu/u?/engext,36131 Extent of Original p. 213-224 Collection Title Engineering Technical Reports Collection, Purdue University Rights Statement Digital object copyright Purdue University. All rights reserved. Type (DCMI) text Capture Device Fujitsu fi-5650C Capture Details ScandAll 21 Color Depth 8 bit Rights Statement Digital copyright Purdue University. All rights reserved. Transcript RECOVERY OF WASTE BRINES FOR HIGHWAY APPLICATIONS William A. Sack, Professor Ronald W. Eck, Professor Department of Civil Engineering West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506 Carmen R. Romano, Engineer EG and G-WASC, Inc. Morgantown, WV 26505 INTRODUCTION Waste liquids arising from oil and gas production may be divided into three categories: drilling fluids and muds, chemical treatment fluids and produced brines. This paper focuses on the quality and quantity of produced brines and the potential for recovery of these waste fluids for use in highway applications. Brines are separated from the oil and/or gas as they reach the surface and are often placed in temporary storage at the wellhead. For example, in West Virginia above-ground covered steel or fiberglass tanks designed to hold 100 barrels of brine (4200 gallons) are typically provided. In some states lined or unlined pits or ponds or buried metal or concrete tanks have been utilized for brine storage. However, unlined ponds and buried tanks are often a source of ground water pollution and their use is being discontinued in most states. CURRENT BRINE DISPOSAL PRACTICES Brine disposal practices may be divided into the broad categories of surface discharge, subsurface discharge, evaporation, and roadway application. Approximately 30 states produce some amount of oil and/or natural gas and brine handling practices vary considerably because of variations in climate, geology, brine quantity and quality produced and regulatory framework. Surface discharge of brines to land or surface waters occurs in both an uncontrolled and a controlled manner. Wells are so numerous in some states that it is extremely difficult for regulatory agencies to cope with the problem, and a significant amount of brine is discharged in an uncontrolled manner. For example, Templeton and Associates [1] reported in a survey of brine production and disposal in Ohio that 40,000 barrels per day (BPD) of salt water were produced in 1979, and that 75% (30,000 BPD) were disposed of by unknown means. Controlled surface discharge is practiced in some states where brine may be discharged by simple dilution through an existing municipal or industrial treatment facility. Treatment facilities built solely for oil and gas industry wastes are operational in some states including Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Treatment includes gravity separation of oils, pH adjustment and use of lagoons for aeration and sedimentation prior to discharge in proportion to stream flow. Another type of surface discharge is via ocean disposal as practiced in some coastal states such as Louisiana. Use of subsurface disposal wells for disposal of brine is probably the most widely used controlled method especially in the western and southern oil and gas producing states. Wells may be drilled specifically for disposal or may be dry holes or abandoned wells converted to disposal use. Disposal of brines to subsurface formations to increase reservoir yields via injection wells is also carried out. This practice may be termed water flooding, secondary recovery, or repressuring [2]. Subsurface disposal is the method of choice in states such as Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. For example, there are approximately 4000 disposal wells and 2000 injection wells in Kansas alone. However, for a number of reasons the use of disposal or injection wells is much less common east of the Mississippi River in states such as West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York. Successful disposal requires the availability of permeable formations sufficiently thick to accom- 213 Add tags for page 213 Post a Comment for page 213	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line56
__label__cc	0.57784	0.42216	The proper action for the Cambridge City Council in Monteiro v. Cambridge The judge in Monteiro v City of Cambridge, on or about June 2, will take action that commences the appeals period in this case. The Cambridge City Council has started to position itself to evaluate whether the City Council will fund an appeal. I have been told that the Cambridge City Council is not capable of doing what should be done on Monteiro v. City of Cambridge. This opinion is based on the individual limitations of the members of the Cambridge City Council. I personally think that people who so clearly and publicly claim to stand for civil rights might actually stand for civil rights. And the Monteiro case involves the deliberate destruction of the life of a black woman, Cape Verdean, department head in response to her filing a civil rights complaint. The Chronicle editor has done an excellent job evaluating this case as a personal matter of the City Manager. This evaluation should feature in the decision of the Cambridge City Council on whether or not to fund an appeal. If the Cambridge City Council does fund an appeal, the fact that this case is a personal matter with regard to the Cambridge City Manager should feature in the voters’ evaluation of the qualifications of the members of the City Council to hold office. The very strong opinion of judge and jury is that the Cambridge City Manager destroyed the life of Malvina Monteiro in clear and knowing violation of civil rights laws protecting Ms. Monteiro’s right to file a civil rights complaint. His action has been determined illegal and “reprehensible.” The judge’s decision tears apart each and every argument of the Cambridge City Manager in court. That decision may be read on the Internet at http://charlesriverwhitegeeseblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/judge-issues-decision-denying.html. That decision includes a shocking evaluation of the testimony of the Cambridge City Manager. If the Monteiro decision is not appealed, the City Manager’s treatment of Malvina Monteiro is a matter which has been litigated. The City Manager has rather strong clauses in his contract paying him a large golden parachute should he be fired. It is not unthinkable for such clauses to be found void as against public policy in the face of such a court decision. I see nothing complicated about it. We have nine city councilors who claim to be pro-civil rights. We have nine city councilors who should be accepting the decision of judge and jury and voting to fire the Cambridge City Manager. Change in start of BU Bridge repairs 1. Introductory. 2. Press Release from DCR. 3. Afterthought. The following Press Release was issued by the DCR on May 15, 2009, and forwarded by the Cambridge City Manager’s Cambridgeport Neighborhood Association on their listserve on May 18. The key part of this is the comment on the BU Bridge repair project and its needless destructiveness to the environment. This is a change from the announcement I passed on from a planning group meeting last week. The anticipated bid date is repeated as early June. Commencement of work is now scheduled for fall. This change in commencement of work is very clearly to fit it with Cambridge practices. The hypocrites lie about themselves during election campaigns, and they do the really rotten stuff the week after the election. I am rotating between eight plus bad guys and 7½ plus bad guys. My increasing evaluation is to look at Councilor Kelley’s conversion to a statement of support for the Green at Magazine Beach in light of his apparent destructiveness of the Green everywhere else that I know of. Eight plus bad guys. For immediate release Contact: Wendy Fox May 15, 2009 617-626-1453 DCR BEGINS REPAIRS ON BU BRIDGE One Boston-to-Cambridge lane will be closed to vehicles The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is set to begin repairs on the BU Bridge that will require one Cambridge-bound lane to be closed to vehicles. Effective this evening, the downstream sidewalk (on the side with Boston-to-Cambridge vehicular traffic) will close. The adjoining Boston-to-Cambridge traffic lane also will close to vehicular traffic, but will be open for pedestrians and cyclists. “We know these lane and sidewalk closings will be inconvenient, but in the interest of public safety, these repairs have to be made,” said DCR Commissioner Richard K. Sullivan Jr. “We appreciate the public’s patience as this work moves forward.” A recent inspection by TranSystems identified two structural elements under the roadway and sidewalk that need to be repaired. DCR’s design contractor, STV Inc. of Boston, will design the repairs, and Unified Contractor Inc. of Melrose will start the work as early as next week. In the meantime, and during the work, the downstream sidewalk will be closed to all pedestrians, and the right-hand Boston-to-Cambridge lane will be closed to vehicles and reserved for pedestrians. As part of Governor Patrick’s $3 billion Accelerated Bridge Program, aimed at quickly repairing the Commonwealth’s most neglected bridges, DCR is currently soliciting bids for a full rehabilitation of the BU Bridge. A contract for that work, estimated to cost about $20 million, is expected to be awarded in June, and work would begin in fall 2009. The current repairs, expected to cost about $100,000 and be completed three weeks, also will be funded through the Accelerated Bridge Program. The downstream sidewalk is expected to remain closed during the full bridge rehabilitation. The upstream sidewalk, which has been undergoing repairs, is expected to reopen later this month. To learn more about the Accelerated Bridge Program, visit www.mass.gov/ acceleratedbridg es. To learn more about DCR projects, visit www.mass.gov/ dcr/projects. Public comment about the preceding project, the BU Bridge Sidewalk project is now being described as “BU Bridge Repairs.” Yet more dirty tricks. The game with the bad guys has always been to lie through word games and secret definitions, or, for that matter, whatever dirty trick works. Now they are deliberately confusing the two projects, one of which is responsible, the other of which is business as usual. Another factor to consider is the long record of bad faith. A delay which can be reversed at will can just be a tactic to catch responsible people off guard. The Monteiro judge is right. “Reprehensible” is a very appropriate word. Monteiro: Reconsideration rejected, Details on Motions, City Council consideration. 1. Motion for Reconsideration rejected. 2. Details at Cambridge Chronicle. 3. Cambridge City Council getting in to the act. Cambridge filed is motion for reconsideration on May 19. The Court filed its response yesterday: Motion (P#121) Upon review of all submissions and relevant case law, the within mtoion for reconsideration is DENIED. (Bonnie H. MacLeod, Justice). Notices mailed 5/21/2009 The Cambridge Chronicle apparently has received a copy of some of the papers on which my knowledge is limited to paper titles. Its report may be read at: http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x542611448/Judge-rules-against-city-Attempt-to-appeal-discrimination-case-moot Take care, however. The report is simplified for public consumption and, as a result, lacks legal perfection. Additionally, there are legal points which the Chronicle does not seem to understand. To the extent anything in the report conflicts with my reports, my reports should prevail. The Chronicle report included city council discussion of the matter. That came from a city council order signed by five members (a voting majority) which is published at http://www.cambridgema.gov/cityClerk/PolicyOrder.cfm?item_id=25451. This order directly addresses the Monteiro case. It was tabled and would not normally be brought up until a week from Monday. The initial order called for money to hire special council to evaluate the situation and for closed door discussion WITHOUT THE CITY MANAGER. A modification order from Toomey reports that the city council has already met with special council. Separate Final Judgment in Monteiro to issue about June 2? 1. Papers filed. 2. Analysis. 3. Summary. It looks like there will probably be a final judgment issued by the judge for Malvina Monteiro on or about June 2. The judge issued the following order on Monday, May 18: Motion (P#107) In light of this Court's decision on the defendant's post-trial motions, the within motion is ALLOWED. Counsel are to provide a proposed form of judgment for the Court within 7 days. (Bonnie H. MacLeod, Justice). Notices mailed 5/18/2009 Paper 107 was filed by the Plaintiff at about the same time as the defendant's post trial motions. Paper 107: MOTION Of Plaintiff Malvina Monteiro Pursuant To Rule 54(b) For Entry Of Final Judgment Against Defendant City Of Cambridge; and Defendant's Opposition. This action was taken in spite of the city (defendant) filing a notice of intent to seek reconsideration of the post trial motion order. On May 19, 2009, the Defendant filed the following: Defendant City of Cambridge's MOTION for Reconsideration of Decision and Order on Post Trial Motions; Plaintiff, Monteiro's opposition to deft's motion. The reality is as follows: There are three plaintiffs outstanding, Monteiro and two who have not had a trial yet. Under the rules, UNLESS the judge orders otherwise, all action on a case officially is not done UNTIL all plaintiffs' complaints are resolved. The Monteiro complaint was the first to be heard. Thus, everything would normally be on hold until the other two plaintiffs complaints are tried. The motion the judge just granted allows final judgment to Ms. Monteiro without waiting for the other two plaintiffs. Thus, after the drafting exercise the judge calls for in her order, Ms. Monteiro will have a judgment in hand allowing her to COLLECT her judgment from the City of Cambridge (i.e., sell a couple of buildings if the city does not pay). That judgment will also allow the city to appeal the decision. Rules are such that the plaintiff cannot get the appropriate paper to commence the collection process on the judgment until after the appeals period expires. Thus an appeal prevents collection on the judgment until the appeal is completed. Prior to the Judge’s order, Cambridge posted notice that Cambridge will seek reconsideration of the ruling and order rejecting the city’s post-trial motions. The timing of the judge’s request for language allowed Cambridge to file its reconsideration motion with any plaintiff response attached to it before the judge is scheduled to issue her official separate Judgment. Cambridge proceeded with filing the motion for reconsideration. Since the actual separate judgment will not be issued until after receipt of the Cambridge reconsideration request, the judge has left herself room to change her mind in light of VERY persuasive language by Cambridge, while the judge is simultaneously moving forward the final judgment with relative speed. That motion for reconsideration had better be very persuasive if the city expects to prevail. It would appear highly unlikely that the motion for reconsideration will be that persuasive. June 2, give or take a few days, I anticipate final and separate judgment. That judgment will be followed by time for appeal. If Cambridge does not appeal, Cambridge had better pay or see some of its property sold at auction. Analysis of Urban Ring Citizens Advisory Committee meeting April 14, 2009; announcement of CAC meeting June 10, 2009 Archie Mazmanian’s analysis of the April 14, 2009 Urban Ring Phase 2 Citizens Advisory Committee meeting: The CAC meeting April 14 included a presentation by A Better City (ABC) Planning Director and CAC Co-Chair Tom Nally. The presentation provided several slides, with suggestions for taking several limited steps. EOT’s Ned Cod did not seem too impressed with this but perhaps bit his tongue to “comply” with the March 6, 2009 DEIR Certificate issued by Ian A. Bowles, Secretary, Executive 0ffice of Energy and Environmental Affairs. No handouts were made available to members of the public in attendance; we could only look at the slides and listen to Nally’s general narrative. This demonstrates the “power” of ABC and its development-membership that I referred to in an earlier letter posted on the Chalres River White Geese blog March 17, 2009. After the close of the meeting, I asked Ned Codd if the ABC slides would be posted on the Urban Ring website together with EOT’s presentation. He said he thought so, subject to ABC’s permission. I suggested that these became public records and should be included. In fact, ABC’s proposal in its entirety should be disclosed to the public under the circumstances so the public can be in a position to comment on them at a later date. There were no positive messages presented at this meeting, especially in light of recent transportation events and MA budget cutting. In fact there seemed to be a suggestion from Ned Codd that the LMA tunnel might not be affordable under FTA requirements for New Starts federal funding, as MA has to be able to demonstrate availability of project funding beyond what FTA may provide; and it was not clear that MA could do this. In the public comment period, I “tiraded” that I was hearing at this meeting the voice of former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld during the 2003 Iraq conflict about “known unknowns” and “unknown unknowns" that also seem to plague Phase 2 of the Urban Ring. Public transit has major problems now, and they are getting worse. I further “tiraded” that assuming Phase 2 passes muster and is completed, say, by 2020, public transit problems surely would have further worsened in the interim, such that Phase 2 would only serve as a “band-aid” when surgery is required, in the form of Phase 3 with its light/heavy dedicated rail. As to no LMA tunnel, I further “tiraded” that the traffic mess in the LMA currently is measurable and superimposing Phase 2 surface routes through LMA should reveal the absurdity, the futility of “no tunnel” since what happens in the LMA, unlike Vegas, does not stay in the LMA and causes traffic problems in surrounding neighborhoods. What’s sad is that the Legislature is not seriously addressing transportation issues. At some point public transit users will become vociferous, especially with the economy far from recovery, as it may become more difficult commuting to their jobs. The Greater Boston area relies upon public transit. The Greater Boston area provides much of MA’s economic activity. Solving these problems will be expensive since the problems have long been neglected and ignored. MA cannot rely upon federal funding to address these problems. The Legislature has to come up with a way to find the money—and fast! Band-aids won’t stop the bleeding. You may post this letter on your Blog, if you wish. Archie now notes that on April 22, 2009, EOT posted on its website its presentation including the ABC slides: www.theurbanring.com/currentmaterials. Also, there will be an Urban Ring Phase 2 CAC meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 2009, from 4-6 PM at 10 Park Plaza, Conference Room 2-3. The meeting will discuss the “pending Notice of Project Change and review the proposed implementation strategy for the Urban Ring Phase 2 project.” Contact at EOT is Scott Hamwey, telephone 617-973-7210. Further Thoughts on Chronicle Letter - Monteiro On looking at the letter as edited in Thursday's Chronicle, the editing significantly improved the letter. As edited, it concentrated solely on the important issue, the Monteiro case and Cambridge's extremely bad political establishment. The big problem is a very bad political establishment in the City of Cambridge. A Clarification on Councilor Kelly. The Cambridge Chronicle has been doing very well by me, very well. It hurts to have to do a perhaps picky correction, but I do try to be accurate. So I feel compelled to make a correction, at least in this forum, on the version of my letter of praise for the Cambridge Chronicle printed in today’s (5/14/09) paper. The letter as written is reproduced below at http://charlesriverwhitegeeseblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/praise-for-cambridge-chronicle-monteiro.html. The letter was accurately copied by the Chronicle on line. The hard copy edition omitted the fifth through seventh paragraphs. This was rather clearly an edit to fit the letter into available space. The edit, however, kept the content solely on the Monteiro case and omitted my listing of a bunch of other problems. My summary paragraph blasts eight plus city councilors. The text as published only really supports blasting seven. Eight deserve to be blasted as stated in those three paragraphs. I doubt very seriously that Councillor Kelley, who is the eighth councilor in this regard, would be interested in a follow up explicitly blasting him on the other civil rights issue, on environmental and animal abuse issues, and on zoning abuses while pointing out that he did not vote to rehire the City Manager. That vote makes the letter as published technically only relevant to seven councilors. In this regard, however, I note that Councillor Kelley Monday publicly, and belatedly, objected to the ongoing destruction of Green maintenance at Magazine Beach. Kelley did not object to the outrageous introduced starvation wall. Kelley did not object to the heartless starvation of the Charles River White Geese. Kelley did not object to the outrages associated with the BU Bridge repairs. Kelley did not object to the destruction of all ground vegetation between the BU Bridge and the BU Boathouse. Kelley did not object to the twice yearly destruction of all protective vegetation lining the Charles River except for the bizarre introduced wall at Magazine Beach. Kelley did not object to the annual poisoning of the eggs of water fowl. Kelley did not object to the continuing and unnecessary destruction of healthy trees on a large scale by the City of Cambridge. Councilor Kelley did object to the destruction of Green maintenance at Magazine Beach. I will continue my highly distressed observations. DCR Presentation; BU Bridge “Repairs”, Bridges to be Removed from them? Bob reports. On Wednesday afternoon, May 13, I attended a meeting of the “Regional Transportation Advisory Council” at the Transportation Building in Park Square, Boston. Representatives of the Department of Conservation and Recreation made a presentation on their Parkway and Bridge Program. They stated that the BU Bridge repair contract is anticipated to be awarded by June 3 for work starting July 4. They showed a map of the project which included the irresponsibly located staging as previously reported. The most important part of the map from an environmental perspective was that the portion of the goose meadow which they did not intend to further destroy this time is marked something like “Geese Protection Area.” This is the department which goes out of its way to destroy as much wildlife as it can get away with on the Charles River between the Harbor and the Watertown Dam. This is the department which has spent nearly ten years promising no intent to harm the Charles River White Geese and then explaining that starving them is not harming them, followed by bragging about starving them. This is the department which has timed the work around the BU Bridge to maximize harm to the Charles River White Geese. This is the department which has, starting in 2004, destroyed all ground vegetation between the BU Bridge and the BU Boathouse except for the vegetation which they propose to destroy as part of this project. The “Geese Protection Area” is a DCR created mudpit, with all previously undestroyed ground vegetation destroyed as part of this project, half of the destruction for staging which is unnecessary in that location and highly appropriate for under the nearby Memorial Drive overpass. Featured very prominently in their presentation was a photo of the EMPTY but very beautiful Ebersol Fields near Massachusetts General Hospital. Ebersol Fields is the prototype of the outrage going on on Magazine Beach. Ebersol Fields, as a byproduct, has created poisoning of the Charles River with annually recurrent algae infestation. The DCR tossed on Tartan when their beloved poisons were not sufficiently destructive to pests at Ebersol Field. The DCR, like the City of Cambridge, is offended by GREEN maintenance which has existed on the Charles River for the better part of the last century. The DCR also commented on pending legislation to destroy responsibilities of the DCR. Based on their presentation, it would appear that all of the actors in the State House support taking away bridge responsibilities from the DCR. The DCR hopes that they will be allowed to finish the Bridge Repair projects. Based on their presentation, there appears to be a difference of opinion as to whether parkways should be taken away from the DCR. One of the projects the DCR continued to push in their presentation would needlessly destroy hundreds of healthy trees between the Longfellow Bridge and Magazine Beach. The DCR’s sycophants brag that Memorial Drive will look terrific in 40 years. This entity fits very well with the City of Cambridge. Reprehensible is an excellent word. The above report has been posted for the governor. Praise for Cambridge Chronicle - Monteiro Case 1. Chronicle Reports. 2. Letter of Praise. In the April 30, 2009, Cambridge Chronicle, the Chronicle had the Monteiro case as its lead headline. The Chronicle wrote a very specific and quite good editorial on the matter. The Chronicle editorial may be read at: http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/opinions/x303487854/Editorial-Gambling-with-our-money. It leads with: “Gambling with taxpayer money. That’s essentially what Cambridge City Manager Bob Healy has done in a case that has lasted 11 years, embarrassed City Hall and cost taxpayers a whopping $6 million, if you include the more than $1 million in legal fees.” Another juicy comment: “The image of an unelected public official proposing fee hikes while pursuing his own expensive personal legal battle that so far seems unconquerable doesn’t sit well with us.” The latest, May 7, 2009, Cambridge Chronicle, featured a guest editorial by an East Cambridge activist. It went into specific examples of outrageous behavior by the city. This letter, by Mark Jaiquith, may be read at: http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/opinions/x342382829/Guest-commentary-The-Bob-Healy-conundrum. It leads with: “Has Cambridge had enough of Bob Healy?” And comments later: “It would be easier to deal with good old-fashioned graft, but we have something else, in my judgment no less corrupt. It’s a culture within government that what matters is the city’s bond rating, doing what He wants.” I sent the following letter on May 7, after reviewing the paper: You are to be commended for your editorial and for the guest editorial on the Monteiro case. I particularly appreciated the examples given in the guest editorial. Cambridge has a dishonest government. Cambridge keeps the voters in control through intermediaries who do not identify themselves as intermediaries and who commonly use secret definitions and who use other improper techniques. A government which does what was done to Ms. Monteiro is not "pro-civil rights." Seven continuing city councilors rehired the City Manager. A government which tries to keep a handicapped elder from using her guide dog is not "pro-civil rights." All eight continuing city councilors are on the wrong side. A city government which routinely and needlessly destroys many healthy trees, but which runs around calling itself "pro-environment" is not "pro-environment." A city government which destroys green maintenance at Magazine Beach and walls off Magazine Beach from the Charles River is not "pro-environment." A city government which heartlessly abuses beautiful valuable animals is not "pro-environment." All eight continuing city councilors are on the wrong side. A city government which destroys zoning protections while claiming to be doing the opposite is not honest. All eight continuing city councilors are on the wrong side. I can see unidentified representatives running around calling it "politically correct" to defend reprehensible government behavior. I can see unidentified representatives running around repeating Cambridge’s civil rights nonsense, the civil rights nonsense which was discredited by the well thought out opinion of the Monteiro judge. I can see unidentified representatives calling it AGAINST "political correctness" TO BE IN SUPPORT of the civil rights of this BLACK WOMAN. "Political correctness" is other than what somebody’s handler calls "politically correct" this week, especially when the record in reality is so bad and so contrary to "political correctness." Too many voters of Cambridge have too long been kept away from the reality that we have at least eight really bad city councilors who are responsible for the current really bad city government. I can see too many voters being told by unidentified representatives that Cambridge has a decent government. I can see too many unidentified representatives running around who do not want to know that Cambridge’s government has been found reprehensible by verdict of judge and jury. Your editorials are an excellent first step toward responsibility in Cambridge government. We need to go beyond the first step. Cambridge needs a government which is not reprehensible. Cambridge Pols to Council: Save the world. Indifferent to city destruction of city. 2. Response sent to City Manager’s Cambridgeport Neighborhood Association listserve. 3. Call to action? Below are an email announcing a city council vote sent over the City Manager’s Cambridgeport Neighborhood Association listserve and my response. My response has not yet been sent out. Of interest is the naming of yet another “green” organization which somehow just does not want to know about ongoing environmental destruction by the City of Cambridge. The “environmental” group sounds a lot like eight plus “environmental” city councilors and the Cambridge city manager. Their definition of “environmental” is dramatically demonstrated by the ongoing destruction. You may also read the definition of “environmental” by the Cambridge Pols organization at http://charlesriverwhitegeeseblog.blogspot.com/2007_05_29_archive.html. The opinion of judge and jury on the Cambridge City Government, “reprehensible,” may be read at: http://charlesriverwhitegeeseblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/judge-issues-decision-denying.html. Sent Saturday, 5/9/09 If the councilors were serious about the world's climate and its environment, they have no further to go than their own behavior on the Charles River, at Fresh Pond, at Alewife and in the needless destruction of so many healthy mature trees in their various projects. --- On Fri, 5/8/09, ___________ wrote: Date: Friday, May 8, 2009, 8:51 PM There is a policy order on the Cambridge City Council agenda this Monday evening (May 11) recognizing that there is a climate emergency and requesting the City Manager "to direct the appropriate city departments to increase the City's responses to a scale proportionate to the emergency and consistent with the city's own Climate Protection goals for 2010 and beyond." The full text is at http://www.cambridg ema.gov/cityCler k/PolicyOrder. cfm?item_ id=25054 Three Councillors have signed on - Marjorie Decker, Timm Toomey, and Henrietta Davis. This comes out of a Green Decade/Cambridge initiative to ask the Council to recognize the climate emergency and mobilize the city to take appropriate action. It could be a huge opportunity - not only for a new level of action in Cambridge, but to have a much broader impact. We need to get the word out everywhere - to the public and to policy makers - that the climate crisis is now a global emergency and that we have a rapidly narrowing window in which to act if we are to have any chance of averting a runaway catastrophe. We need as many people as possible to come to the Council meeting Monday evening to show that there is popular support for this resolution. Also, we want to get the Council to call a citywide hearing and not just pass this without meaningful follow-up. Please come if you can! Public comment starts a little after 5:30. If you want to get on the list to speak, you can call the City Council office Monday between 10 and 3 at 617-349-4280. Or you can sign up to speak when you get there. Or you can just come and not speak but show support by being there and by applauding the people who do speak. Or if you can't come, you can email the entire Council on any item by using Council@Cambridgema .gov and the City Manager at healy@Cambridgema. gov. Response to "Environmental" Praise for Representative Alice Wolf Still catching up. The following was printed in the April 23, 2009, Cambridge Chronicle. The document from a Cambridge City Councilor to which the letter refers was written by Samuel Seidel. It is published on this blog at http://charlesriverwhitegeeseblog.blogspot.com/2007_05_29_archive.html. I, with regret, have become quite skeptical of organizations and pols which call themselves “environmental” in Cambridge . I know that I have been publicly mocked by one key Cambridge pol because I have the temerity to believe in the world’s definition of “environmentalism”. Cambridge pols, he said, have a better definition. A letter in this week's Chronicle praises Representative Wolf on "environmental" grounds, including praise for protecting our scenic parkways and bridges. I do not consider destruction of the Green maintenance at Magazine Beach for replacement with maintenance with herbicides to be something worthy of environmental commendation. These poisons are destructive to water fowl and not helpful to humans. I do not consider the bizarre wall of introduced vegetation blocking access between Magazine Beach and the river to be anything other than what the key DCR bureaucrat has bragged of: a tool to starve the local waterfowl. I see code words for protecting the environmentally reprehensible Department of Conservation and Recreation which, along with Cambridge and its pols, is destroying all animals living on or visiting the Charles River between the Watertown Dam and the harbor. The DCR annually poisons as much waterfowl eggs as it can get away with. Twice a year, the DCR destroys all protective vegetation for migrating birds, except for the bizarre starvation wall at Magazine Beach . The DCR seems to toss in as much animal harm as it can get away with in its projects. The BU Bridge repairs destroy key ground vegetation for staging that should go under Memorial Drive . The project completes total destruction of ground vegetation between the BU Bridge and the BU Boathouse which has been done in stages starting in 2004. The “protection of bridges” has included addition of light pollution on three Charles River bridges. The DCR, Cambridge, and Cambridge pols are involved in heartless animal abuse directed at the Charles River White Geese. Sounds to me like the definition of environmentalism being used is the 19th Century of environmentalism: destroy, destroy, destroy, and make it look good. You add to that the apparent plans to remove the playing fields at Magazine Beach from general public use. Neighborhood kids trying to use at least one Russell Field playing field have been chased off by the police for not getting prior city permission. This same “improvement” is scheduled to be implemented at Magazine Beach . I am not happy. Destroy Alewife and Save Silver Maple? Bad idea. I have been remiss in reporting published letters. The following letter was printed in the Cambridge Chronicle on April 9, 2009. I had previously commented in these pages that I thought the Chronicle had decided not to print the letter to which I was responding. They printed. I responded. The Chronicle published. Well meaning folks wrote a letter opposing destruction of the PRIVATELY OWNED Silver Maple Forest but supporting destruction of the PUBLICLY OWNED Alewife Reservation a hundred feet or so from Silver Maple. A cynical reader could react that the writers’ support of environmental destruction a few feet from Silver Maple which they want protected proves the writers to be opponents of affordable housing. Such a reaction does not reflect the singular treatment good people are subjected to when they try to protect the environment in or near the City of Cambridge. You see, Cambridge’s extremely destructive City Manager has a massive organization which descends on good people who try to protect the environment. Techniques frequently include deceptive statements, lies, misstatements, and key omissions. It is quite certain that the operatives did not tell these decent people a number of things. First, there is a very reasonable alternative to destruction of the Alewife reservation. Destruction of the Alewife Reservation is for flood storage. The reasonable place for the flood storage is under the large parking lot about 500 feet south of Alewife, just north of the railroad tracks. That owner is considering developing. Secondly, the proposed destruction comes from a government which is flat out reprehensible on environmental issues. The support of destruction of the Alewife Reservation by these good people has a qualifier based on a third common game. The operatives commonly talk about due process and lovely reviews. They do not tell who the “reviewers” are. The letter mentions some sort of committee. The good people who wrote the letter would never be told that the committee is appointed by the key destroyer, and they would not be told the dangers to people appointed by the Cambridge City Manager who stand up to the Cambridge City Manager. A jury recently considered the treatment by the Cambridge City Manager of a black woman department head who had the nerve to file a civil rights action. Malvina Monteiro, according to the jury, had her life destroyed in retaliation. The jury awarded $1.1 million real damages and $3.5 million penal damages. The judge is considering the verdict and hopefully will change it to firing the city manager without pension. But we have decent people fooled into an irresponsible statement. I have sympathy for those good people and for saving the environment which is our mutual concern. I have great lack of respect for the bad people who fooled these good people into a silly, destructive statement. The proper action for the Cambridge City Council i... Monteiro: Reconsideration rejected, Details on Mo... Separate Final Judgment in Monteiro to issue about... Analysis of Urban Ring Citizens Advisory Committee... DCR Presentation; BU Bridge “Repairs”, Bridges to ... Cambridge Pols to Council: Save the world. Indif... Response to "Environmental" Praise for Representat...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line61
__label__wiki	0.642144	0.642144	Bottom Forty Bottom Forty is a mirror ball in New York, a basement in Chicago, a cruise in L.A. and a night in the desert. Exclusive Mix 007 : Doc Sleep Written by Nark Dr. Sleep has been DJing and making music since 2002 in San Francisco and Minneapolis. Over the years, she has been a resident at Dial Up, Hot Pants, Darling Nikki, Dirty Talk, Gaywad, She Said, and So Emotional to name too many, with guest slots at many of San Francisco’s underground party institutions. She has helped produce events such as Bring Your Own Queer (BYOQ) in Golden Gate Park, Folsom’s Official After Party – Deviants, and a new fundraising dance party for queer librarians, Que(e)ry. She produced film scores in a synth band called Paperboats with DJ Campbell, and also has a radio show with DJ Bunnystyle called Dots and Loops, which is now broadcast via Mixlr on a quite-irregular basis. She co-runs a record label called Jacktone Records with Exillon and dabecy, and, is also working on her own productions. [soundcloud url=”http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/106455712″ params=”” width=” 100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /] Where are you based?: Webpage(s): Soundcloud / Jacktone Why do you play music? I started sharing music via cassettes in 6th grade – I would record songs I liked off the radio, then also record a rambling monologue about why these particular songs were cool, and, mail the finished product to 2 friends in a neighboring town that I had met at basketball camp. The idea was they were supposed to record over the tapes with their own songs and “analysis”, and then send them back to me. We all know how this story ends. I mention this because not a lot has changed – I have taken the liberty of forcing my musical taste onto others for a VERY long time, and, DJing is just kind of the updated version of sending tapes of cool songs to people and wanting to connect and have a shared musical experience with them. If you take away one thing from this paragraph, it is that I still think I’m in 6th grade. What do you see as your role in the music world going into the future? Longevity and carving out my own sustainable niche in the music world is really important to me at this point in my life and career. I’m not messing around anymore, and, I’ve been taking steps to make music a much bigger part of my daily life – both creatively and financially. I have very lofty goals for myself, and, it actually feels really wonderful to finally have the confidence to admit what I want to do and just go for it. I still have much to learn about dance music history, and, wish I would’ve started playing house and techno about a decade ago, but, this feeling that I’m lagging behind my peers has made me work all that much harder to get to the level where I want to be. Basically, I’m here and I’m serious – get used to it! Favorite label or artist from the past year? Label(z) – L.I.E.S., MOS Deep, Nonplus, Dolly Artist(z) – probably Rrose…he really blew my mind – and locally – Vin Sol tore it up! Do you like how I ignored that you asked for a single artist or label? What are you looking forward to most this year? I am REALLY looking forward to finishing tracks I’ve been working on; figuring out how to run a record label; producing and DJing bigger events; buying more records; and, traveling and collaborating. Also, finding the perfect bowl of pho. What is behind the name Doc Sleep? Sounds kinda kinky. I wish it was kinky or that I had a better story to go along with it! I had about a 1-day deadline to come up with a name for my first gig back in the day, and, after going through all the names that actually made sense for a DJ, I decided to go with the title of a book I was reading at the time, Doctor Sleep by Madison Smartt Bell…because, who WOULDN’T be extremely excited to go dance to a DJ with “Sleep” as part of their name. WOW. MATRiXXMAN & Vin Sol – Wicked (Soo Wavey) Closer Musik – Closer Dancer (Kompakt) Redshape – It’s in Rain (Running Back) Achterbahn D’Amour – Cardbox (Innerspace Halflife Remix) (Acid Test) Bodycode – Immune (Spectral Sound) Of Norway – Libertine (ft. Preben Olram) (Connaisseur Recordings) Michael Mayer – Mantasy (Kompakt) Jeremy Greenspan & Laurie Spiegel – Drums&Drums&Drums (Jialong) Model 500 – Ofi (Sei A Remix) (Apollo) Brendon Moeller – Tiger (Leena Music) Mush – Test 66 (Chez Damier’s Late Night Mix) (Night Vision) Martyn – We Are You in the Future (Brainfeeder) Roman Flügel – How to Spread Lies (Dial) Floating Points – Truly (Eglo Records) Tags: Exclusive • minimal • Podcast • tech house • techno Copyright © 2021 RioBet, All rights reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line66
__label__cc	0.531355	0.468645	Demo cost per square foot Created: 12.11.2018 / Rating: 4.6 / Views: 580 Cost per Square Foot for House Demolition House demolition ranges from 3. ft, depending on the extent of work and the type of structure materials to be demolished. The cost can increase as well, depending on certain conditions such as, foundation removal, or. Jan 08, 2019Building Journal puts the national average cost for a 5, 000squarefoot restaurant with midlevel finishes at 160 a square foot, or 480, 000. This can include the buildout, permits, equipment, and design. That cost is higher if youre based in an expensive city such as New York (216 per square foot) or Philadelphia (180 per square foot). Oct 31, 2018Throughout the construction industry, its a common practice to estimate home building costs using square footage as a primary measurement. However, a major problem with this method is its lack of reliability. One chief reason is that a houses floor plan and the amount of livable space can impact the final cost per square foot. Consequently, due to all these factors, you will see a large variation in lab construction costs compared to office costs. We have seen in our region that lab construction costs can range from a low of 350 up to 1325 per square foot. Unfortunately, there is no one formula, and each lab use and building needs to be evaluated individually. CD Construction and demolition CY Cubic yards cf Cubic feet ea Each ft Feet ft2 Square feet ft3 Cubic feet SA Surface area SY Square yards V Volume SECTION 4. 0 EMPERICAL EQUATIONS General Building Debris Estimation Formula (Per FEMA, Debris Estimating Field Guide, FEMA Publication No. The average cost to build a garage is 35 to 60 per square foot. The cost to build a 1car garage is between 7, 500 to 14, 200, a 2car garage costs 19, 600 and 28, 200, and a 3car garage ranges from 28, 200 to 42, 700. Depending on many factors, homeowners can expect to see about an 80 return on their investment in relation to home value. Average Cost to Demolish a House by Size Sep 21, 2020Total cost depends on square footage. (includes materials and labor) This estimate is for a regular shape room and basic crown molding. The average cost of demolition is 6. However, every demolition project is different. Your exact price per square foot will depend on several cost factors. Calculate the cost per square foot. This is useful in real estate or repair projects where the price is often quoted per square foot. Results will be calculated automatically. More from DollarTimes: All Calculators. Put This Calculator on Your Site. The cost range released by the local councils in 2016 is 917. To get the building rates for the current year, you have to update the previous costm2 by multiplying the base rate with the percentage increase or decrease in the construction index, and then adding the resultant value to the previous rate. Dec 18, squarefoot driveway: 2. 50 per square foot 1, 500 In this example, the driveway allowed easy access for the demolition machines, and there was no steel reinforcement slowing progress. Overall cost included three to four hours of work for a twoperson crew using machinery. Mar 18, 2015Guidance on dereliction, demolition and remediation costs (3rd edition) PDF, 839KB, 56 pages This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. It is hard to calculate a general price per square metre because of the number of complicating factors, but there are broad price ranges that you can keep in mind. For very small properties, such as bungalows, demolition costs may be as low as 5, 000 if there are. The average cost of new flooring installation is 6 to 10 per square foot with some homeowners spending as little as 3 or as high as 18 per square foot depending on the materials chosen. For a mediumsized living room of 330 square feet, you can expect to pay between 1, 6604, 620 for installation and materials. Pavers cost per square foot: 2, 744. 28 1, 000 sq ft: 2, 74sq ft: Class II Road Base. Class II road base is composed of crushed rock from fine dust all the way up to 34 pieces. The crushed rock material will be used as the bottom base when starting the paver installation. Depending on your location, the price of class II road base will. How much interior demolition should cost. Average costs and comments from CostHelper's team of professional journalists and community of users. For doityourselfers, the basic expenses for demolition work are tools (if you don't already own what you'll need) and disposal costs. Basic tools beyond a hammer and screwdriver can include a heavyduty sledgehammer ( ), flat pry bar (1040. bathroom costs approximately 1, 0001, 500 to demo and install new floor tile and tub surround. A standup shower needs twice as much tile, which will add on another 2, 0003, 000. Dec 13, 2017Average Cost per Square Footage The national average for commercial demolition is roughly 4 8 per square foot. Although, the average cost per square foot can go down as the square footage goes up. TIP: See what others have paid for their commercial demolition 5. 82 per linear foot (for saw cutting 4 slab) (Range: 4. 68 per square foot (for demolition and removal of 4 slab) (Range: 3. 58) Free Estimates from Local Pros Professional demolition companies typically quote residential demolition cost at about 5 to 15 per square foot of occupied space, according to Cost Owl. But demolishing a deck usually does not involve many safety factors or skills, or the handling of hazardous materials such as asbestos. How Much Does It Cost To Build A House? HomeAdvisor Demolition of a 1500 square foot residential house could cost from per sq. making the price range from 3, 0009, 000. warehouse or office building could cost from per sq. making the price range from 40, , 000. This costs about 39 per square foot. Meanwhile, the standard asbestos abatement cost per square foot is usually at 15 to 25. Enclosure or encapsulation of asbestos, whichever is necessary, costs about 2 to 6 per square foot. Aug 26, 2020The average cost of tearing down a house nationally is 8, 000 15, 000, according to New Home Source. However, prices can vary as widely as 3, 000 30, 000, depending on the home size, the amount of debris created, the total weight being hauled away to the dump (e. , large concrete patio, pool, etc. ) and the area of the country the house is in. Largescale teardown projects are. 2018 Average Cost to Build a House Per Square Foot TheReusePeople. org [ 3, a nonprofit California deconstruction company, estimates that removing a 2, 200squarefoot home might cost 10, 000 with standard demolition methods and 24, 000 with deconstruction, but could produce a tax savings of 29, 000. The Sierra Club provides an overview [ 4. Sep 30, 2020In recent years flat roofs have grown in popularity because of their distinctly modern look, as well as ease of installation and repair. The average cost to replace a flat roof is 510 per square foot. flat roof costs 8, 000 16, 000, depending on the material you choose. Flat Roof Calculator quickly estimates the total cost to install the following roofing. how much should a 850 square foot concrete job cost? What should it cost to replace a 400 square foot concrete drive way? Estimate to to tear out 300 square feet off patio concrete? What is the average cost per square to R and R a concrete tile roof in the Phoenix metro area? what is the average cost for a concrete driveway 30 x 75 The average cost of building a deck is about 20 50 per square foot, and most spend 4, 000 to 12, 000 to build one. There are several things to consider when establishing a budget for your project to help get a more precise estimate. Jan 12, 2019The total office renovation cost for that buildout came to 90 a square foot. Similar to lighting and millwork, walls can differ greatly in cost. A basic partition wall that is ten linear square feet could cost around 60. Glass walls are not often priced per square foot and are instead sold as a package. The cost to demolish a house per square foot ranges anywhere from 2 to 17 per square foot, with an average between 4 and 15. For a complete teardown of a 1, 500squarefoot home, rates can range from 3, 000 in a rural area to 18, 000 in a denselypopulated city. A complete demo of a house and its foundation or basement can cost much as 25, 000. The cost to Remove Flooring starts at 1. 46 per square foot, but can vary significantly with site conditions and options. Get fair costs for your SPECIFIC project requirements. See typical tasks and time to remove flooring, along with per unit costs and material requirements. See professionally prepared estimates for flooring removal work. NEW Edit, Print Save this in Homewyse Lists. Create your own price list in Homewyse Lists. For a basic project in zip code with 120 square feet, the cost to Remove a Concrete Slab starts at 8. Use our construction cost calculator to quickly estimate new construction costs on over 50 building types. Per Square Foot By using this calculator you agree to our terms and conditions. Understanding The Demolition Process. If you have a building that needs to be demolished that is a very big project. Understanding The Demolition Process. Use our construction cost calculator to quickly estimate new construction costs on over 50 building types. Square Feet Subtotal Per Square Foot By using this. Demo costs 2 to 7 per square foot. Its the process of removing all unwanted materials from a home without trying to save any of it. All old materials are waste and end up in a landfill. Deconstruction costs 5 to 14 per square foot. Its a controlled method of dismantling a home to salvage all the building materials for future use. Mar 22, 2011CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION. If you are planning major changes in your home, then demolition is going to be present on your budget breakdown. Average costs of gutting a house, approximately 1500 square foot in size is 6000 7000, with disposal. Estimate Commercial Construction Cost Per Square Foot With the square foot estimate builder you can estimate largescale projects in multiple locations across the country. Our estimating software also enables you to access material, labor and equipment costs for. The type of tile is the number one factor that will impact the cost of your new floor. Tiles range widely in price depending on the type, brand, and durability. You can pay as little as approximately fifty cents per square foot up to fifteen or twenty dollars per square foot. House Demolition Cost per Square Foot On average, demolition costs between 5 and 10 per sq. This number could be higher or lower depending on various circumstances, like if you have asbestos, are removing the foundation, what the home is made of, where you live, etc. Aug 02, 2020Homeowners across the US report spending an average of 190, , 000 to build a 2, 000 sq. In many middle class areas, the cost of construction for a 2, 000 sq. space os 295, 000 This is equivalent to the price of 147. However, the average building cost per square foot can be 95 225, depending on a number of factors, such as. The average cost for residential demolition is 5 to 15 per square foot. For an average room that is 15X15 the cost will fall somewhere between 1, 125 and 3, 375. How Much Does It Cost to Demolish a House? Demolishing a 1, 500 square foot house costs an average of 18, 000 and runs from 415 per square foot. Depending on the location and materials, you could pay as little as 6, 000 or as much as 22, 5000. 1, 500 square feet: 6, , 500 2020 Cost to Build a Hospital Hospital Construction Cost Category Images: Average house size in toronto Small couch for basement Basement family room color ideas Average price to remodel a house Sams garage markham Basic basement finishing cost Average price to redo a bathroom Gym in house Basement apartment kitchen ideas Family room game room ideas Drywall cost per sq foot Basement bathroom remodel ideas Basement study room ideas Insulation labor cost per square foot Basement renovation companies Finished basement in 2 weeks basement renovations company Basement pros Bathroom renovation ideas old house Basement bar ideas diy Basement renovation services toronto Cost to build a bar in basement Bathroom renovations toronto Electrical square foot pricing How to remodel a basement How to finish a basement Game room toronto Cool unfinished basements Oakland living replacement parts How much do framers charge per sq ft Drywall renovation company saskatoon Does a finished basement increase home value Basement finishing cost calculator canada Basement ideas 2020 Cost to paint a room canada Luxury basement Basement entertainment center ideas Finishing basement walls on a budget Basement bathroom ideas on a budget Average time for bathroom renovation Finished basement colors Washroom contractor Living room reno Cheap ways to turn a basement into a bedroom How much does it cost to drywall a room	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line67
__label__wiki	0.504004	0.504004	info_cosmo@cosmopr.co.jp +81(0)3-5561-2911 Corporate Relevance:Communications Strategies in the COVID-19 Age 2020年5月22日 Featured News, Healthcare 1. Should we expect a paradigm shift? Finally we are seeing a flattening of the worldwide COVID-19 curve and lifting of lockdowns across major cities. On May 14, Japan lifted its state of emergency for 39 prefectures. With people and businesses asked to either refrain entirely or severely restrict so many activities during the crisis, we are now entering a new phase of resuming daily life while coexisting with the virus. Some experts are predicting that the post-COVID-19 world will be accompanied by a transformational paradigm shift, spanning every aspect of our lives from business and commerce, to education to politics. Indeed, the pandemic has already ushered in rapid adoption of long-advocated initiatives, such as cashless society, online shopping, teleworking, paperless society, online education, and telemedicine. We can now finally predict that Japan will see step changes in these areas, with COVID-19 acting as the catalyst. 2. Communicating with citizens and consumers online How has the business response to COVID-19 been perceived? As with the rest of the world, companies in Japan have been driving measures such as teleworking to curb infections. A number of businesses also refocused resources and output to meet changing needs, whether it be supporting healthcare professionals or creating content for citizens staying at home. In their own way, each of these companies are making positive contributions to their community and society as a whole. Garnering praise across traditional and social media alike, these initiatives deliver content while still encouraging social distancing, such as branded, printable coloring-in images for restless children stuck at home, workout videos, tips on how to make the perfect home coffee, or ‘secret’ recipes from renowned restaurants released on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. These businesses are using online communications with citizens and consumers to their advantage by adding value and winning positive attention.（See more in Japanese.） 3. Latest W2O report in the spotlight Healthcare marketing communications specialist and our California-based global partner, W2O, tracks the relevance of leading companies using proprietary online and offline metrics. W2O’s unique “Relevance Model” examines the achievements of companies with high degrees of relevance and are winning praise from media and stakeholders during COVID-19-related adversity. The results published in its latest report offer some valuable insights into the post-COVID-19 world. In this newsletter we have compiled a summary of W2O’s “Relevance Model” with selected excerpts from its latest report below. 4. What does “relevance” mean for business? In the marketing world, relevance is often defined as “a measure of how important your business brand is to meet the wants and needs of the consumer.” W2O expands on this by defining relevance as, “a data-driven, agile way of thinking and operating that is attuned to societal and cultural currency.” For a company to boost its relevance, it needs to reduce the gap that lies between company expertise (capabilities, lines of business, and future growth) and stakeholder expectations (political, technological, cultural and generational). In other words, these two areas should meet and overlap as much as possible. W2O has been tracking the relevance of 240 companies for three years with its unique evaluation metrics that monitor mainstream articles and social media to grasp what business stakeholders are interested in, and how businesses are responding. The results for 2019 reveal that only 6% of 140 healthcare-related businesses were ranked as having “strong” relevance. Among Fortune 100 companies, those with “strong” relevance stood at just 8%, of which only 1% were regarded as “resilient”. Healthcare industry stakeholders and media recorded interest in controversial topics, such as health insurance, marijuana, and mental health, demonstrating how challenging it can be for businesses in this field to differentiate themselves and be recognized as positive influences. 5. COVID-19 and society’s changing interests US citizens have been fixated on COVID-19 since January 2020. Public attention has shifted away from President Trump and the presidential primaries. With public sentiment so dominated by the pandemic, some businesses were successful in driving their relevance, while others lost out. The key here is agility – a company’s ability to reprioritize to meet shifting public expectation（See COSMO Newsletter #4 for case studies of companies in the relevance ranking here in Japanese） It’s against this backdrop that W2O updated its “Relevance Model” to more accurately evaluate maintaining good relations with key stakeholders over time. Under the new model, they have evaluated the characteristics of businesses still scoring high relevance now. Crucially, businesses in this category all embrace tension: “Companies with high relevance do not see conflicting issues as something bipolar, but rather focus on striking a balance between the issues.” Let’s take a closer look at the implications of this. 6. From ‘OR’ to‘AND’: Striking a balance when conflicting elements cause tension National vs. Local Relevant organizations recognize and engage within the tension that lies between national, state, and city-level leadership. They do so by providing a point-of-view on the resulting differences and encouraging open discussion, particularly among employees. Public Health vs. the Economy Relevant organizations are mindful of the conflict of interest between public health, the economy and civil liberties. They prioritize health, but create policies for returning to work and protecting jobs. Societal Good vs. Long-Term Business Sustainability Relevant organizations step up to provide goods and services for free or at significantly reduced prices for the common good, having planned ahead for the long-term sustainability of their operations. These efforts are typically done without much fanfare. New Ways of Marketing Relevant organizations empathize with and support stakeholders more than marketing to them. Some significantly limit or completely suspend advertising. Some donate their ad space to small businesses. Nonetheless, consumers are indicating that marketing for things unrelated to the virus is acceptable. 90% of Google ads are non-COVID-19-related and performing well. The New Normal vs. the Next Normal Organizations with high relevance are not just adapting now. They’re already thinking about how to sustain it post-COVID-19. 7. Organizations that boosted relevance even during the pandemic The latest W2O report tracks the relevance of businesses from January to April 2020, offering insights on fluctuations and the actions that caused them: ■ Boston Scientific Boston Scientific will start manufacturing a low-cost ventilator developed by the University of Minnesota, as a back-up alternative for doctors. The FDA granted the technology emergency use authorization amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Boston Scientific’s relevance score increased by 5% and its ranking moved up to #7 from #13. Generated coverage from Bloomberg, The Boston Globe and healthcare vertical. ■ VERTEX Vertex made an emergency offer of free cystic fibrosis medication for 90 days to the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance if they agreed to negotiate in good faith and conclude on a Price Listing Agreement. Vertex’s relevance score is up 13%. Ranking moved up to #20 from #57. ■ CRISPR CRISPR’s gene editing technology may scale to COVID-19 testing. Researchers published a study last week describing a new COVID-19 test that uses the technique to deliver results in 40 minutes. CRISPR’s relevance score is up 90%. ■ Disney Disney’s April 16 “Family Singalong” on ABC.com brought together a star-studded line-up to entertain families at home. The special raised awareness of Feeding America and its network for those needing support during the pandemic. The show drew 13M total viewers. Disney’s relevance score is up 51% in two weeks and the company is currently ranked #7. The company has seen high relevance volatility dropping in and out of the top 10. ■ Google & Apple Google and Apple announced a partnership to build a contact tracing technology for their smartphone platforms. The opt-in technology would alert users if they have come in contact with a COVID-19 infected person. Privacy advocates have raised concerns because the technology involves sharing sensitive health information via mobile devices. However, Google’s score is up 25% while Apple’s score is up 46%. Google holds on to its #6 ranking, with Apple at #4. 8. COVID-19 lessons to live by The W2O report concludes: “It’s taken some time for stakeholders and organizations to embrace these tensions as an ‘AND’ not an ‘OR.’ As we observe that consumers are engaging with less news on COVID-19, it’s ever-more important that companies continue to recognize that.” In summary, here are seven key lessons to take away: Empathy is key Actions speak louder than words Response initiatives must account for all stakeholders and be long-term centric Transparency is not optional Partnerships drive faster innovation Agility is essential Stability is expected We hope these selected findings from W2O’s latest report will be of value when building your own communications strategies for the new COVID-19 age. (Click here to see the full report). W2O’s US-based “Relevance Model” evaluation and ranking has been well received by clients. Having introduced the concept, we hope to see a similar model developed for Japan that caters to local business and organizational characteristics. Where will your organization rank? Please click here for the source blog article “Balancing Tensions: Key to Maintaining Relevance in a Tumultuous Time” posted by W2O. This newsletter expresses the views and opinions of COSMO. Any references to other figures, corporations or organizations are compiled from information made publicly available online, in expert opinion articles or other media materials. Tomomi-NagasawaCorporate Relevance:Communications Strategies in the COVID-19 Age 05.22.2020 COSMO is one of Japan’s leading independent strategic communication consultancies. Established in 1960, COSMO was a pioneer in the field of public relations in Japan. Today, we continue to shape the communication landscape in the fields of Healthcare, Food & Food Science, and Consumer Goods & Services. Announcement of personnel changes 2021年1月15日 Optimism for 2021 2021年1月14日 Medinew and COSMO Joint Webinar: What Patients Expect of Pharmaceutical Companies Today; Insights on Appropriate Information Provision 2020年12月9日【COSMO News】　The Acceleration of Digital Health in Japan Amid COVID-19 2020年11月16日 What is the pathway to patient-centric ethical drug development? 2020年9月25日 ACCJ Asian University for Women Independent Agency Keiko Ihara Kumi Sato Womenomics Cosmo Corporate © Copyright Cosmo Public Relations Corporation All Rights Reserved	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line70
__label__wiki	0.526123	0.526123	While my sister Doti was in the Hospice House, we talked about having a small ceremony for her after she passed away. In her mind she carefully arranged everything, in typical Doti fashion, and she asked me to play three songs during the ceremony: Tis the Gift to be Simple Dona, Dona, Dona Take a Little Love and Pass It On I'd never heard of any of these songs, but I told her that I'd look into them and would perhaps post them on my website, as well. She mentioned these songs a few more times during the next few weeks, so they must have been important to her. I recently found them on the Internet, two of them on iTunes. So to honor her request I'm posting them below. Also known as "Simple Gifts," this is a traditional Shaker song written in 1848. This version is by Judy Collins, one of Doti's favorite singers. This song was played for a simple Shaker dance and the "turning" refers to dance instructions. When the traditional dance is performed properly, each dancer ends up where he or she began, "come 'round right." I think Doti liked this song because she believed in simplicity. I think she would've been a great Shaker! 'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free 'Tis the gift to come down where we ought to be, And when we are in the place just right, 'Twill be in the valley of love and delight. When true simplicity is gained, To bow and to bend we will not be ashamed, To turn, to turn 'twill be our delight, Till by turning, turning we come 'round right. Written for a Yiddish play in 1940, this song was popularized in the 1960s by Joan Baez, one of Doti's favorite singers. Joan doubled the "n" and called her version "Donna, Donna." It's about a calf being led to slaughter and was a popular anti-war song during the 1960s, which is, I'm sure, why it was one of Doti's favorites. In fact, I'm sure she sang this song many times in her youth. On a wagon bound for market There's a calf with a mournful eye High above him there's a swallow Winging swiftly through the sky How the winds are laughing They laugh with all their might Laugh and laugh the whole day through And half the summer's night Donna Donna Donna Donna Donna Donna Donna Don "Stop complaining", said the farmer Who told you a calf to be Why don't you have wings to fly with Like the swallow so proud and free They laugh with all their their might Calves are easily bound and slaughtered Never knowing the reason why But whoever treasures freedom Like the swallow has learned to fly I'd never heard of this song and had a hard time finding it. My searches on iTunes and all the streaming services turned up nothing. Was this actually a song, I started to wonder? But after a lot of searching on the Internet, I finally found a recording of it -- though it was pretty poor quality. As I discovered, it's an inspirational / gospel tune, which isn't surprising considering that Doti loved gospel music. The song was written by a songwriter named Fran Powers, perhaps in the early 1970s. As far as I know, this version of the song, which was sung by Roy Rogers in 1972, was the only version ever recorded. Roy even named his whole album after this song, calling his LP, "Pass It On." As I mentioned above, the version I found on the Internet was really poor, so I decided to order the vinyl album and, using my turntable, I converted it to MP3 format, and I've posted that MP3 version here. The vinyl album was in mint condition so the recording here is pretty good quality -- probably as good as you'll find. After hearing this song for the first time, I absolutely loved it because the words and melody were very uplifting and made me think of Doti. If you read the lyrics, I think you'll agree that it's how Doti lived her life, so I can understand why she enjoyed this song so much. Take a little trust and pass it on You can't sell it, you can't buy it But it's free if you want to try it Come on and take a little love and pass it on. When someone does you a kindness Don't stop to ask him why Just say thanks my friend and then pass it on Things you do to help your brother He might do unto another So take a little love and pass it on. Pass it on, start a season of rebirth Don't let prejudice and hatred Interfere with peace on Earth Show your fellow man you care Kneel and join him in a prayer Love was meant for us to share so pass it on. Yes, take a little trust and pass it on We may have different colored skins But you could color us as friends If we just take a little love and pass it on. When someone gives you the credit For all the good things you have done Chances are you had some help from one or two Rare new things are accomplished if you have to work alone Take your credit where it's due and pass it on. Pass it on, pass it on and help my story I don't care who gets the credit if the good Lord gets the glory There's so much good we could do If it didn't matter who got that credit So take yours and pass it on.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line78
__label__wiki	0.50217	0.50217	DNotes Blockchain Weekly Recap 2-27-2016 Home » Technology » Blockchain Weekly Recap 2-27-2016 Mizuho Launches Two Blockchain Endeavors Mizuho Financial Group (MFG) announced this week that it is pursuing two projects involving blockchain technology. The ventures include a partnership with Cognizant to pursue blockchain record-keeping solutions for use by MFG enterprises, and an effort to collaborate with three other Japanese firms in a project that utilizes Microsoft Azure’s BaaS. The Tokyo-based financial giant reportedly serves one-fifth of all Japanese citizens, and claims assets in excess of one and a half trillion dollars. The announced plans are part of the company’s stated strategic goal of leading the way in blockchain technology acceptance throughout Japan. Mediachain Protocol Offers Promise of Digital Content Rights Database A new metadata protocol called Mediachain may finally help digital content creators resolve one of the most pressing online challenges they face: developing and managing a system to protect their digital work. The new protocol relies on blockchain technology to provide the sort of time-stamped metadata content needs if ownership rights are to be maintained. Mediachain’s initial focus has been directed toward image data management, a process that not only provides creators the ability to attack identifiers to their work, but also permits users to locate creator information. The ultimate goal is to provide the foundational layer for identity verification that others can use to build the types of distribution platforms that could make it easier for creators to monetize their digital works. New European Central Bank Report Explains New Interest in Blockchain A growing number of central banks around the world are now showing more interest in the potential benefits offered by the blockchain, and the European Central Bank apparently shares their optimism. I a new report released by the ECB this week, the central bank revealed that it is now conducting blockchain tests in an attempt to enhance the security of its payment systems. That report, Eurosystem's Vision for the Future of Europe’s Financial Market Infrastructure, explores everything from the technological, functional, and business opportunities currently on the horizon to the need for further examination of how technologies like distributed ledgers could help to revolutionize banking services. Factom Partners with China’s Ancun Zhengxin for Blockchain Notary service Factom is reportedly partnering with Chinese data notarization firm Ancun Zhengxin to create a customized blockchain-based notary solution for use throughout China. The Chinese company currently services 28 of China’s 34 provinces, providing services in a total of 100 locations. Factom is a recognized blockchain solutions expert, and will bring its expertise to bear in the development of a blockchain-based interface designed to help Ancun Zhengxin achieve increased accountability and transparency, as well as lower costs for its notary services. UK FCA: No Blockchain Regulation for Now Citing the need to give blockchain technology the freedom it needs to grow and develop, the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced that it has no current plans to begin regulation of the industry. The Authority’s Director of Strategy and Competition, Christopher Woolard, made that announcement earlier this week at London FinTech Week. Woolard did acknowledge that the FCA will at some point have to examine various consumer issues and regulatory concerns once the technology has had time to evolve. For now, however, the FCA plans to monitor progress with the technology to see what path its development takes. ISITC Believes Blockchain Evolution to Become Clearer within Eighteen Months According to recent statements by executives with the International Securities Association for Institutional Trade Communication (ISITC) – an association dedicated to the promotion of greater efficiency for securities trading, the investment world should have a much clearer picture of the blockchain’s impact sometime within the next twelve to eighteen months. One official, Nigel Solkhon of Citi in London, notes that this emerging technology is growing and developing very rapidly, in no small measure due to the large amount of research investment the industry has received. These recent statements come on the heels of the organization’s first blockchain technology gathering, which was held last week in London. The views expressed by the authors on this site do not necessarily represent the views of DCEBrief or the management team. Author: Ken Chase Freelance writer whose interests include topics ranging from technology and finance to politics, fitness, and all things canine. Aspiring polymath, semi-professional skeptic, and passionate advocate for the judicious use of the Oxford comma. Three eras of currency: Commodity based, e.g. Gold. Politically based, e.g. Dollar. Math based, e.g. Bitcoin. — Chris Dixon – Investor and Entrepreneur Hot Topics This Week Digital Currency Weekly Recap 3-27-2016 Blockchain, Smart Contracts, and the Future of Digital Currency Access – the Key to Bitcoin’s Future Top 8 Bitcoin Apps for iPhone DCEBrief is committed to focus on bringing issues that matter to your attention, utilizing an “Executive Summary” without fluff and filler. When appropriate, we may also include full length articles. Our mission is to keep you informed with timely information. We will need the cooperation of the mainstream media and the full support of our political leaders and regulators to help promote and not stifle innovation for the better good of mankind. © 2015 DCEBrief. All rights reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line83
__label__wiki	0.521421	0.521421	Pizza Farm uqykmwykicsj January 17, 2021 There’s nothing exotic about a pizza, but for many students the origins of their favorite slice — the stalks of wheat or the dairy cow that produces milk for mozzarella — might as well be from another planet. Recently, more than 800 Metro Atlanta elementary school students got a behind the scenes look at where pizza comes from at University of Georgia Cooperative Extension’s Pizza Farm. UGA Extension and Georgia Department of Agriculture officials hosted the end-of-year field trip at the State Farmers Market in Forest Park as a way to help urban and suburban children make the connection between agriculture and the food on their plates.They learned how wheat plants are processed into flour to make pizza dough and were able to examine tomato plants and taste and smell the herbs that go into pizza sauce. The students also saw a dairy cow and learn how much feed and water she needs to make the milk that is used to make cheese.Food doesn’t just come from the grocery store “A lot of young people don’t have agriculture in their backgrounds, and they really don’t understand where their food comes from,” said Beverly Sparks, associate dean for Extension at the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. “I think events like this really help them realize that food does not come from the grocery store. In an event like this we’re helping them understand what all it takes to produce a pizza.”Kisha Faulk, a UGA Extension agent in Fulton County, helped lead the charge to develop a agricultural awareness curriculum for the program. “There is a lot to learn from a pizza,” Faulk said. “By walking through the parts of the pizza, you can learn about the dairy cows that we have here in Georgia, the wheat that we grow here and use in our mills. We have information about tomatoes and herbs that we use in sauce. And we even have live animals, that we use for our toppings.”Diet and exercise are keyIn addition to learning more about what it takes to produce the food that is sold in restaurants and the grocery store, they also learned how a pizza fits into the My Plate dietary guideline for proper nutrition. They also learned the importance of exercise and fun ways to get active through a dance party. Getting students interested in where their food comes from can help make them more interested in nutrition in general and hopefully more apt to make healthier decisions about food, Faulk said. The teachers who brought their students said Pizza Farm was a fun and educational way to wind down the school year, with one calling it the best field trip that she and her class had taken. Adults learned, tooState Senator Valencia Seay, who represents Clayton County, visited the Pizza Farm along with elementary school students from her district. She said she identified with the young people at the farmers’ market. Growing up in in-town Atlanta, Seay had no experience with farming when she was first elected to the George House of Representatives in 2001 and was immediately assigned to the agriculture committee. “Coming out of the city of Atlanta, being a city child, I was never around farming,” said Seay. “I was never around animals. That was not a part of who I was, but I was determined to find out more about what drives the state of Georgia. And today I’m so excited to have Pizza Farm Day here at the Georgia State Farmers market in Senate District 34.”Faulk and the rest of the team who put on the exhibition are already planning next year’s event. They hope to expand the event and invite even more students to the Pizza Farm. “The part of the Pizza Farm that I love the best is just the pure excitement when kids are going through the different stations,” Faulk said. “We are so busy in the urban center that we miss out on some of the simple things in life and on some of the important things that make us healthy and happy.” For more information on UGA Extension in your county, call 1-800-ASK-UGA1. read more Dairy Production nnddqicwohqo January 17, 2021 Georgia’s hot and humid climate presents challenges for the state’s dairy farmers. A newly hired University of Georgia scientist hopes to find some solutions. Sha Tao, a dairy scientist who specializes in heat stress physiology, joined the UGA Department of Animal and Dairy Science on the Tifton Campus on July 1. He was hired to study heat stress nutrition, management and physiology. Seventy-five percent of his time will be spent conducting research and 25 percent will be spent sharing his findings through UGA Extension.“Nationwide, heat stress is a billion dollar problem, especially in the southeastern states like Georgia, Florida and Tennessee. The summers are hotter and longer,” he said. When cows are exposed to temperatures above 70 degrees, their milk production level decreases, Tao said. “In the summertime, cows produce less milk; they have a hard time getting pregnant, and they also have some health issues.”Tao will research heat stress physiology in dairy cattle and find answers to questions like: How can cows better cope with summer temperatures that exceed 90 degrees every day? And, how can cows produce more milk when they eat less in order to produce less body heat? “It’s a very important research area for the Southeast, given our really hot, humid climate. That climate is very challenging to dairy cows,” said Joe West, who was a dairy scientist prior to becoming the UGA Tifton Campus assistant dean. “I think the heat stress research and Extension programs that Dr. Tao will deliver are very important,” West said. “As our animals get more productive, they’re even more subject to the effects of hot and humid weather.”West equates it to running instead of walking in hot weather. “You’re going to sweat more if you’re running,” he said. “Cows work harder as they get more productive. Heat stress will continue to be a problem. If global warming proves to be a reality, it will be a greater problem.”Georgia’s dairy industry has been successful despite its warm climate. According to UGA’s Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development, dairy generated $338.3 million in farm gate value, accounting for 22 percent of the livestock and aquaculture sector. Despite those numbers, West says there is a milk deficit in the Southeast. The bulk of Georgia’s milk is imported from other parts of the country. If more production is generated in Georgia, milk would cost less for Georgia’s consumers. “You don’t see cows all over the countryside like you would in Wisconsin or Pennsylvania, but the dairy industry is a fairly large industry in the Southeast and in Georgia. This is, despite the climate, a very good place to dairy because you can grow a lot of forage crops. Since we have something growing year round, we can recycle our waste nutrients very effectively,” West said. Macon County was Georgia’s top dairy county in 2012, generating $47.3 million in farm gate value with 13,000 head of cattle. Brooks County was second with 10,000 head of cattle and $40 million in farm gate value. read more 17-year Cicadas dighhjpvchtf January 17, 2021 What has large, red eyes, translucent wings and an undulating, 7-kilohertz chirp that sounds like the background music to a horror movie? Georgians can find the answer over the next few weeks by traveling north into the state’s mountains to witness the emergence of the latest brood of 17-year periodical cicadas.The harmless insects will start emerging from their underground burrows in late April, then spend several weeks making a racket, mating, laying eggs and dying. They won’t be seen again until 2034.Entomologists have identified 12 broods, or distinct groups, of periodical cicadas. This brood, Brood VI, last emerged in 2000 across far northern Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. There’s no good way to know exactly what parts of the state will see the most cicadas, but based on previous emergences, several thousand could be seen coming out of the ground in the mountains.Early reports indicate the cicadas emerging as far south as Cobb County, Georgia, already this month, so their range may have spread. Most of the Southeast sees an annual population of “dog day” cicadas emerge in July. Periodical cicadas are noteworthy because of the long periods they spend underground between emergences.The periodical cicadas’ novelty and their sheer numbers make them one of the most bizarre and awe-inspiring phenomena in nature. “It’s a good excuse to get out in the woods and enjoy nature,” said Nancy Hinkle, a cicada enthusiast and professor of veterinary entomology at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. “It’s something your kids will remember because it only happens every 17 years. There’s a good chance that the next time it happens, they can take their children out to see them.”Periodical cicadas emerge from under trees that are at least 17 years old. The tree had to be present 17 years ago when the female laid her eggs to start this generation. If the tree where the eggs were laid was cut down or the area is paved, the nymphs die and no cicadas will emerge The last brood of 17-year periodical cicadas, Brood II, emerged in 2013.Periodical cicada emergences are always a great chance for citizen science, said Rick Hoebeke, associate curator of arthropods at the Georgia Museum of Natural History at UGA.The museum, which houses hundreds of thousands of individual insect and spider specimens, is always looking for intact periodical cicadas to add to its collection.Documenting the location and time that the insect was found helps scientists track the movement and health of cicada populations. However, it’s hard to build a well-rounded collection of data on the species since each brood only emerges once every 13 or 17 years, he said.Members of the public who want to contribute cicada specimens should send them to Hoebeke at the Georgia Museum of Natural History, Natural History Building, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-7882. Take note of where — an address or landmark — and when the specimen was found. The best way to ship a cicada carcass is packed in tissue paper in a small, sturdy box, like a business card or animal crackers box. Whole specimens will be included in the museum’s collection of arthropods.For more information on the museum, visit naturalhistory.uga.edu.Cicada PrimerThe first clue in finding a cicada is the sound. Male cicadas “sing” to attract mates by vibrating special organs called tymbals, thin membranes on the sides of their abdomens.When thousands of lonely male cicadas emerge at once to try and out-sing each other, the noise can be heard from miles away.“The females comment on the sound of the male cicadas by clicking their wings,” Hinkle said. “But it’s hard to hear.”Cicadas only sing during the day, which makes them easy to differentiate from other musical insects, like crickets and katydids.Depending on the population size of the newly emerged insects, their presence may be pretty obvious. Periodical cicadas have covered trees, sidewalks and the forest floor during some emergences. Other times, observers have seen only a few at a time.Cicadas’ most recognizable feature is their bright red eyes. And while periodical cicadas are smaller than their annually occurring cousins, they’re still fairly large by insect standards — about an inch long.When cicada nymphs emerge from the ground, they are wingless. The nymphal skin then splits down the back, allowing the pale-winged adult to emerge. Thousands of these empty shells, called “cast skins,” will be found on tree trunks in emergence areas. The adult cicada darkens as its new skin hardens.Cicadas pose no threat to humans, crops or other animals. They don’t bite, and they’re not poisonous.In extreme cases, scientists have seen the insects damage trees when they insert their eggs into the bark of a tree’s twigs and branches. This damage is usually only seen in young trees playing hosts to hundreds of cicadas and is not typical.“The main message here is that cicadas will not attack your garden or your plants, and they won’t hurt the trees where they lay their eggs,” Hinkle said. “Everybody is concerned that they will behave like locusts, but they’re not locusts. They don’t even have biting mouthparts. They can’t eat.”They can, however, be eaten.Pet dogs and cats, as well as birds and raccoons, usually gorge themselves on the insects as they start to emerge.“Dogs and cats are intrigued by cicadas, which make entertaining pet toys,” Hinkle said. “While cats merely bat them around and watch them spin, dogs like to eat them. Cicadas are not poisonous, so dogs can enjoy them with impunity. Just don’t be surprised if the dog gorges on cicadas and then isn’t interested in supper.” “Humans also eat cicadas,” she added. “But I can’t share my secret family recipe.”For more information about periodical cicadas in Georgia, visit www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2659. read more Mexican paloverde I’ll never forget that rare cold morning at the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas. Monarchs and queen butterflies — cousin butterflies — were roosting in the retama trees waiting for the sun to warm them for flight. I had already fallen in love with the trees’ flashy display of thousands of yellow blooms, but also the green bark that seemed so prevalent.Retama means “broom” in Spanish, but the green bark gives it another common name: Mexican paloverde, or green tree. I love both names, but officially its name is “Jerusalem thorn.” It has nothing to do with Israel, and the thorns in the tree are not a reference to Christ or the Crucifixion. According to the University of Texas at Austin’s Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the name comes from a corruption of the Portuguese and Spanish word “girasol,” which means “turning to the sun.”Like the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, I’ll use paloverde. The paloverde is known botanically as “Parkinsonia aculeata” and is native from central Texas, west to Arizona and south through Mexico, actually reaching South America. The U.S. Department of Agriculture map shows distribution and establishment throughout the South, including Georgia and South Carolina.Historic Southern landscapes are rich with allées such as those picturesque, old plantations lined with a garden walk or avenue of stately live oaks. At the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens at the Historic Bamboo Farm in Savannah, Georgia, we have a crape myrtle allée, and at the National Butterfly Center, we had a paloverde allée. Both are rewarding in their performance and classic design.Right now at the Coastal Botanical Gardens, our paloverde trees are putting on quite a show. They are completely covered in blossoms. The flowers have five yellow petals, but one petal has a honey gland and turns an orange-red, giving the blooms a distinctive bicolored look. It is doubtful that we will ever find butterflies roosting in the fall like I saw at the National Butterfly Center, but I can tell you that our paloverde blooms are swarming with pollinators of all types.The paloverde is about as tough of a tree as you can grow. Should the drought be so severe that it defoliates the tree, the stems and bark take up the task of photosynthesis, hence the green bark and stems. This also happens when cold causes the leaves to fall. The paloverde is cold hardy in zones 8 and warmer. As a point of reference, they are growing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and are part of the Texas A&M Earth-Kind Landscaping program.The Coastal Botanical Gardens’ oldest specimen is planted in the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden and is probably the only place in the world where you can see the bright yellow flowers of a paloverde against a backdrop of red foliage from a ‘Bloodgood’ Japanese maple. We have also been planting some in the new Sun Garden.Paloverde trees will reach around 15 feet in height, possibly 25 feet. They are graceful in their pendulous state, but do remember that they are armed with spines. Select a site that is well-drained and receives almost full sun. They do not require or want a rich, moist soil and are capable of surviving on 12 inches of rain a year. Luxuriant, moist soil can lead to rampant reseeding. It has not been a problem in Savannah. This is a fine tree for those in zones 8-11 who are looking for both drought and salt tolerance.Follow me on Twitter: @CGBGgardenguru. Learn more about the University of Georgia Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens at www.coastalgeorgiabg.org. read more Fairy Rings Many residents have noticed mushrooms popping up in lawns and landscapes this season. When the “fungus among us” forms a circle or arc pattern, it’s commonly known as a fairy ring. According to medieval folklore, they were thought to appear after a band of fairies had danced in a circle. In some cases, fairy ring mushrooms can cause turfgrass discoloration or abnormal growth in lawns.More than 50 different mushroom species can cause fairy rings. Fairy ring mushrooms are decomposers that grow in soil with high levels of organic matter and in areas where trees were recently removed. Old tree stumps, logs and roots that are buried in the soil begin to decay and are colonized by various mushrooms.Growths of fairy ring fungi begin in the center of a ring (e.g., near a tree stump) and expand outward in a uniform, circular pattern over time. Mushrooms might only be visible during periods of wet weather, particularly in the fall.Fairy rings can grow as large as 15 feet in diameter and cause the grass to have a different color or texture than the grass outside the ring. Half arcs or semicircular ring patterns can also occur. Depending on the conditions, grass with fairy rings can be denser, greener and faster growing, or browner and drier than surrounding grass.The good news is that fairy ring mushrooms do not typically cause the grass to die in home lawns. These mushrooms are mainly viewed as a nuisance and will often disappear as weather conditions change. Waiting for them to disappear naturally is usually the best approach. However, they may reappear during the next rainy season or return for many years, depending on how much wood or organic debris is buried in the soil.If you want to try to manage fairy ring mushrooms, spraying a fungicide is typically not effective. Consider routine core aeration of your lawn, which can improve drainage and reduce thatch buildup that harbor fungi. Fall is an excellent time to aerate tall fescue lawns.In some cases, fairy rings cause the lawn to form a dense, green ring of grass due to the decay of organic matter. In this situation, adding nitrogen to the surrounding lawn can help green up your grass and mask symptoms of the problem.Mushrooms can be concerning if you have small children or pets that might accidentally eat them. Discourage children and pets from eating mushrooms, as they may be poisonous. I taught my son at a young age that mushrooms are fun and interesting to look at, but we should never touch or eat them unless they come from a grocery store. The majority of mushrooms might not be lethal, but they could cause severe gastrointestinal distress.If mushrooms are problematic, consider raking or hand removing the mushrooms with gloves and disposing them in the garbage.For more information, see University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Bulletin 1233, “Turfgrass Diseases in Georgia: Identification and Control.” read more IRS drops plan to change captive insurance tax status twlqcmvyqban January 1, 2021 IRS drops plan to change captive insurance tax statusThe Coalition for Fairness to Captive Insurers, CICA and VCIA are pleased to report that today (February 20, 2008), the Internal Revenue Service announced that it is withdrawing proposed IRS Regulation §1.1502-13(e) on consolidated returns that would have adversely affected single parent captive insurance companies. Consequently, the public hearing requested by the Coalition on this issue which was scheduled for February 29th has been cancelled.”We are thrilled that the IRS and Treasury Department have chosen to withdraw the portion of the proposed regulation involving captive insurance companies,” said Dennis Harwick, Co-Chair of the Coalition and President of the Captive Insurance Companies Association (CICA). “This welcome, but unusual, action is testimony to the strong technical response that the Coalition developed for the IRS and the on-going conversations that we had with representatives of the IRS and Treasury Department about the technical and policy flaws of the proposed regulation.””This decision removes the uncertainty that has hung over the captive industry since the IRS regulation was proposed last fall,” said Molly Lambert, Co-Chair of the Coalition and President of the Vermont Captive Insurance Association (VCIA). “We would like to thank all of the Coalition members who helped with both the technical and political response to the proposed regulation. The forceful and unified response of the captive industry, captive regulators, state governors, and affiliated organizations played a key role in convincing the IRS to withdraw the proposed regulation even before the formal hearing.”The Coalition for Fairness to Captive Insurers was formed last fall shortly after the IRS published its proposed regulation and CICA and VCIA determined that those regulations would have a serious negative effect on many single parent captive insurance companies. The Coalition, CICA, and VCIA made a commitment to engaging the best legal minds to prepare a detailed (39 page) technical response to the proposed regulation, along with a coordinated political effort to oppose implementation of the proposed regulation. “We are gratified that the substance of the arguments put forth in the Coalition’s technical response appears to have been a key reason for the IRS’s decision,” says Harwick. “In addition, it seems clear that marshalling support for the captive industry’s position on Capitol Hill was also critically important to this successful outcome. Our thanks to everyone, inside and outside the Coalition, who helped with this effort.”# # # # read more Vermont General Fund Revenue Results Below Targets cudzplqlggjm January 1, 2021 YTDYTD%MarchMarch%Tax ComponentFY 2007FY 2008Change20072008ChangePersonal Income 357.53 392.88 9.89% 15.56 17.49 12.40%Sales & Use 169.91 174.91 2.94% 16.17 16.63 2.84%Corporate 49.19 51.02 3.72% 19.57 13.02 -33.47%Meals & Room 89.67 95.57 6.58% 10.76 11.33 5.30%Insurance Premium 47.66 47.67 0.02% 7.07 1.73 -75.53%Inheritance & Estate 17.14 9.38 -45.27% 3.90 0.26 -93.33%Real Property Transfer 9.68 8.65 -10.64% 0.84 0.75 -10.71%Other 57.17 55.83 General FundToday, Secretaryof Administration Michael K. Smith released the General Fund revenue resultsfor the month of March, the ninth month of fiscal year 2008. General Fundrevenues totaled $68.72 million, -$7.74 million or -10.12% less than the $76.46million consensus revenue target for the month. The resulting fiscalyear-to-date General Fund revenue total of $835.91 million is -$1.09 million or-0.13% below the recently revised consensus forecast of $837.00 million. “TheGeneral Fund results for the month were adversely affected by certain taxreceipts that were received in February but included in the March target. However,it should be noted that excluding the timing item, General Fund revenue forMarch was still below target.”Vermont is beginning to feel the impact of the nationaleconomic condition. We are in for a rough period,” said Smith, “hopefully,short in duration, but nonetheless Vermont will be impacted by the national economy.”The monthlyconsensus cash flow targets reflect the most recent fiscal year 2008 ConsensusRevenue Forecast that was agreed to by the Emergency Board on January 16, 2008. Normally, theStates Consensus Revenue Forecast is updated two times per year, in Januaryand July. However, this year, due to concerns about the national economy, theEmergency Board will be meeting on April 15, 2008 to consider revising the consensus revenueforecast.MonthlyPersonal Income Tax receipts are the largest single state revenue source, and arereported Net-of-Personal Income Tax refunds. Personal Income Tax for March ($17.49million) was above target by +$3.63 million, with the fiscal year-to-datePersonal Income Tax results showing above target performance of +$4.86 million or+1.25%, and +$35.35 million or +9.89% ahead of the prior year-to-date. “WhileNet Personal Income Tax remains above target, we are watching a trend of abovetarget refunds that, if it continues, could reduce the favorable results in NetPersonal Income Tax. Although Corporate Income Tax was +$0.15 million ahead oftarget for the month ($13.01 million vs. $12.86 million) and +$2.29 millionabove target year-to-date ($51.02 million vs. $48.73 million), we are concernedfor future results; we are beginning to see some erosion in corporate profits,”said Smith.”Theconsumption taxes are softening and are of concern,” Smith noted. The Rooms& Meals Tax of $12.83 million fell below target again this month (by -$1.50million or -11.73%). Sales and Use Tax was essentially on target for the month($16.63 million vs. $16.62 million) and remains only slightly above targetyear-to-date at $174.91 million (+$0.37 million or +0.21%).Smith noted that, “The Other General Fundcategories are also of concern, with below target results for both the month(-$10.01 million or -49.38%) and year-to-date (-$6.76 million or -5.27%).” TheOther General Fund category includes Insurance Tax, Estate Tax, Bank FranchiseTax, Telephone Tax, Liquor Tax, Property Transfer Tax, Fees, and Other Taxes. “TheInsurance Tax fell below target again by -$9.10 million or -83.99%, only someof which was due to prior month timing. Estate Tax also fell below target by -$1.9million or -88.29% for the month,” said Smith. Year-to-date, through March, theEstate Tax, which is always difficult to predict, was -$4.98 million or -34.69%below the year-to-date target. General Fund By Major Element (In Millions) Montpelier, VT – Secretary of Administration Michael K. Smith Announces that GeneralFund and Transportation Fund Revenues Were Below Target and Education Fund RevenuesWere Slightly Above Target for March. All Funds May Fall Short of Existing FiscalYear 2008 Revenue Targets. read more SBA awards presented today on Burlington’s waterfront dighhjpvchtf January 1, 2021 The Small Business Administration awards celebration will be held this evening, June 10, 2009, from 4-7 pm under the Discover Jazz tent at Burlington Waterfront Park. The awards program is presented by Vermont Business Magazine and the SBA.The principal award will go to Mark Bonfigli, CEO and Founder of Dealer.com, Burlington, who is the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 2009 Vermont Small Business Person of the Year. Bonfigli was selected for outstanding leadership related to his company’s staying power, employee growth, increase in sales, innovation and contributions to the community.Bonfigli’s company, Dealer.com, is a leading provider of online marketing solutions to the automotive industry. Dealer.com offers award-winning website design incorporating dynamic video, user-friendly management tools, search engine advertising and metrics and web analytics. Dealer.com’s suite of online marketing solutions creates a 360 degree view of auto dealers’ online and traditional marketing investments and results. Dealers can easily track spending and determine which activities lead to the highest return on investment, allowing them to streamline advertising and marketing efforts to increase sales.Bonfigli founded Dealer.com in 1998 to offer automotive dealers a “best in class’ solution for their Internet marketing needs. At the time, the Internet auto market was dominated by two large companies, but Bonfigli persisted. Despite difficult times in the automotive industry, 2008 saw the highest annual revenue increase in the company’s eleven-year history, for a five-year growth rate total of 1,225 %. According to Bonfigli, more of the top 150 largest dealer groups in North America use Dealer.com Internet marketing services than those of any other provider.Bonfigli attributes the company’s success to employee creativity and hard work, under his guidance, and Dealer.com provides over 200 full-time employees with high wage jobs, training and the potential for career growth. Dealer.com permits employees to work flexible schedules and provides numerous seminars and workshops related to career growth, personal financial planning, nutrition and other topics. The company recently opened the doors to its new 60,000 sq. ft. headquarters featuring a state-of-the-art health club, indoor basketball court, indoor tennis court, indoor track and an organic foods café. The building is LEED certified, meaning it is environmentally responsible, and incorporates solar panels and natural light to help limit carbon emissions. “Dealer.com employees drive our success and are the heart of the business,” commented Bonfigli. “The company would not be so successful without the many talented and hard-working people dedicated to offering our clients the best service and technology. I am honored by the award and share it with everyone who is part of the Dealer.com team.”Firmly committed to helping improve the community by giving back, Dealer.com supports local charitable events and holds regular fund raisers to benefit local charities. In an innovative partnership with the state of Vermont and VT HITEC (Health Care and Information Technology Education Center), the company provided job training to local Vermonters and overcame the difficulty of finding highly skilled IT workers in the area. Bonfigli has more than 20 years of marketing and sales experience in the auto industry, including 10 years as the co-founder of EARTHCARS, Inc., a New England-based automotive retailer. Bonfigli was named as a Finalist in the 2007 and 2008 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in the New England Region and his company has received numerous recognitions including the Deloitte & Touche Tech Fast 50, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, the Inc 5000 fastest-growing companies in the U.S., and several automotive industry awards for being the leading Internet marketing solution for auto dealers.As Vermont’s Small Business Person of the Year, Mark Bonfigli will compete for the national title at National Small Business Week ceremonies in Washington, D.C., May 17-22. Mr. Bonfigli will be locally honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration on June 10th at a ceremony presented by Vermont Business Magazine, Waterfront Park, Burlington. Cost is $35 per person.The Burlington Small Business Award celebration will also honor the following winners of the 2009 Vermont Small Business Champion Awards: Jim Sault, General ManagerPorter Music Box, RandolphSmall Business Exporter of the YearTara Lynn Scheidet, OwnerTara Lynn Studio, SuttonSBA Young Entrepreneur of the YearJohn Vincent, OwnerVincent’s Drug & Variety Store, WaterburyJeffrey Butland Family-Owned Small BusinessGail Wheel, President & OwnerWheel House Designs, Inc., Hyde ParkMicroenterprise SuccessMatt Cota, Executive DirectorVermont Fuel Dealers Association, MontpelierFinancial Services ChampionMajor Randall K. Gates, State Family Program DirectorVermont National GuardVeterans Small Business ChampionSteven Paddock, Assistant Director, AgribusinessVermont Small Business Development Center, MiddleburyHome-Based Business ChampionMary Peabody, Community Development SpecialistUniversity of Vermont Extension, BerlinWomen in Business Champion read more Vermont Grocers’ Association elects new chairperson hecbtvtejhha January 1, 2021 The Vermont Grocers’ Association has elected Darcy Nutter of Price Chopper Supermarkets as its new Chair. Darcy is a zone manager for the family owned chain with responsibility for their southern Vermont stores as well as their New Hampshire markets and some of their New York locations. Also elected were Todd Keyworth of Harborside Market as Vice Chair and Dwight LaFountain of Jiffy Mart as Secretary-Treasurer.She has been a member of the VGA board of directors since 2003 and has served on various committees including the association s government affairs committee, convention committee and executive committee. Darcy co-chaired the 2007 convention. The most rewarding part of the zone manager position to her is the human connection with people, and making a difference in their professional lives. Darcy was the first woman selected for this position at Price Chopper, and strives to set a strong and proud example of what women have to offer in the business world.Darcy has been married for 33 years to husband David and they have four children; Amy, Bradley, Sabrina, and Carly. They reside in Arlington, VT.In addition, the following people were elected or re-elected to serve on the organization s board of directors: Patrick Crowl of the Woodstock Farmers Market, Kathy Miller of The Elmore Store, Pat Breen of Grand Union Markets, Clem Nilan of City Market, Burlington, Kim Crosby of Vermont Roots, Rutland, Mike Baker of Baker Distributing, Colchester, and Doug Tschorn of the Wayside Country Store in West Arlington, VT.Bill MacDonald of the Waits River General Store was also recognized at the ceremony for his service as VGA Chairman the past two years. Mr. MacDonald will continue to serve on the organization’s board as past chair.The Vermont Grocers’ Association is a statewide organization representing approximately 700 stores and 245 suppliers to the industry. The elections took place at the association s annual meeting at the Sheraton Burlington Hotel on September 12, 2009. Source: read more Nokian Tyres acquires Maine Wholesale Tire in move to solidify distribution nbhkmnyhkael January 1, 2021 Nokian Tyres,Nokian Tyres, Inc. has announced that its subsidiary, University Wholesalers, has purchased Maine Wholesale Tire, a Portland, Maine based tire distributor. The new entity will operate under the University Wholesalers name. The operation gives us a much stronger presence in Maine and will enable us to improve levels of service to our dealers there and also in southern New Hampshire and eastern Massachusetts, said Jari Lepisto, General Manger Nokian Tyres, Inc.One of the former owners of Maine Wholesale Tire will remain as management staff to ensure a smooth transition. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.About Nokian Tyres, Inc.Nokian Tyres, Inc. is the North American subsidiary of Nokian Tyres P.L.C. of Nokia, Finland, a leading manufacturer of winter and performance tires for cars and SUVs. Located in Colchester, Vermont, the company employs 135 people and services over 1500 retailers in North America selling Nokian products. The company also owns and operates 12 Vianor retail tire and service centers through the Northeast.Source: Nokian. COLCHESTER, Vt. (September 18th, 2009)- read more Previous1234…465Next	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line87
__label__wiki	0.897793	0.897793	Home Hye Sharzhoom Newspaper November 1994 Page 1 1994_11 Hye Sharzhoom Newspaper November 1994 November 1994 Page 1 The Newspaper of CSU, Fresno Armenian Students Organization & Armenian Studies Program Fresno, CA 93740-0004 Address Correction Requested U.S. Postage Permit No. 262 Fresno, CA. i\k3 ■mkp&nwr Vol. 16, No. 1 (47) Supplement to The Collegian Baroness honored for humanitarian aid Barlow DerMugrdechian Hye Sharzhoom "Armenians are fighting for everything they believe in, for survival, for their homes, language, families, and their ancient spiritual legacy. They have fought to defend themselves with incredible courage. It is a story which should go down in the history books." -Lady Caroline Cox In the words of a farmer from Getashen in Karabagh who had seen his family killed and his home de-. stroyed, "Dignity is a crown of thorns." "The people of Karabagh are wearing their crown of thorns with great dignity," according to Lady Caroline Cox, Life Peer of the House of Lords of the British Parliament. Her personal experiences in Karabagh stirred an overflow audience of students, faculty, and community members who crowded the Alice Peters Auditorium on Monday, October 3,1994, on the CSUF campus. V Baroness Cox's talk was co- sponsored by the Armenian Studies Program, the School of Social Sciences, and the International Programs Office. The evening before, the Armenian National Committee, Central Valley, honored Lady Cox with the Women of the Year award at a banquet attended by more than 400 "Now is the time to exert pres sure on the international community to compel the Azerbaijani government to stop its military activities," said Lady Cox. She stated her concern that once an oil agreement is signed between Azerbaijan and Western oil companies there will be apetro-dollar financed final military solution in Artsakh. "Pressure must be brought to bear to stop the Azeri aggression. The primary victims ofthe conflict are the people of Karabagh. They need your support in every way and above all your political support to make sure their human rights are supported and that their humanitarian needs are met." Lady Caroline Cox is a member of the House of Lords of Great Britain, and a member of numerous humanitarian and educational organizations. "Ethnic cleansing" now so closely associated with the war in the former Yugoslavia, was first utilized in regard to the policy of Azerbaijan in Karabagh, beginning in 1991 Armenian civilians—men, women, and children were forcibly taken from their homes, which were usually destroyed. Lady Cox first went to Armenia in May of 1991 and since then has visited Armenia and Artsakh (Karabagh) 21 times, the last time just three weeks ago. During that three and a half years she'has grown to "appreciate, admire and love the Armenians," as she abundantly made clear in Photo By Christine Mirigian Baroness Caroline Cox spends time answering questions and participating in discussions with members of the audience following her lecture in the Alice Peters Auditorium. two presentations in the Fresno area. Speaking with passion and dedication, Lady Cox described her visits to Artsakh and her twofold mission with Christian Solidarity International- humanitarian aid and Lady Cox first became involved with the Karabagh issue in May 1991, while attending a conference ofthe Sakharov Institute in Moscow. All sorts of human rights violations in the Soviet Union were on the agenda, among them reports ofthe brutality in Karabagh where the Soviet 4th army and Azeri Interior Ministry troops (OMON), were using tanks and helicopters against innocent villagers. Lady Cox led a delegation to assess independently what was happening. She paid tribute to the spirit of the people of Artsakh, to their courage in the face of danger, and to the triumph of the human spirit which rises above the human degradation imposed by Azeri aggression. In vivid detail, the Baroness painted a bleak picture of the struggle of the Armenians of Karabagh against the brutal violence of Azeri offensives aimed at the civilian population of Karabagh. The last offensive in April 1994, which was particularly severe, caused casualties at the rate of 50-60 per day. Azeris were resorting to aerial bombing ofthe capital of Stepanakert, spreading destruction at a fearsome level. The last two years, during which Lady Cox was visiting Karabagh See COX, Page 6 Catholicos' funeral draws thousands worldwide Photo By VartkesBa/sam The Very Reverend Father Sasoon Vartabed Zumrookhdian of St. Paul Armenian Apostolic Church of Fresno (center) at the funeral of Catholicos Vazken I in Yerevan, Armenia. The spiritual head of the Armenian Church, His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, entered his eternal rest on Thursday, August 18, 1994. Less than three weeks before his death, President Levon Ter Petrossian of the Republic of Armenia, bestowed upon the Catholicos the highest award in Armenia, naming him as a National Hero of Armenia. His Holiness Vazken I was elected and consecrated as Catholicos of All Armenians in Etchmiadzin, Armenia, in 1955, becoming the 130th spiritual leader ofthe Armenian Church, since the time of St. Gregory the Illuminator. His pontificate of more than thirty-nine years was one of the longest and most productive in the history of the Armenian Church. Born in 1908 in Bucharest, Levon Garabed Baljian was ordained as Very Rev. Fr. Vazken Vartabed in 1943. In 1951 he was consecrated as a bishop of the Armenian Church. The Catholicos became the most visible worldwide symbol of the Armenian people during the period of communist rule in Armenia. With his diplomatic and political skill he was able to lead the Armenian Church through a very difficult period of Armenian history, outlasting the fall of the Soviet Union and welcoming the newly independent Republic of Armenia. He led the movement to prepare clergy for the Armenian Church. The Catholicos was also a leader in the ecumenical movement, especially with the Eastern Orthodox churches. The Catholicos was also a tireless traveler, visiting the many far- flung dioceses of the Armenian church, bringing his message of unity and fatherly blessings. The Catholicos last made a spiritual visit to the United States See VAZKEN I, Page 8 Title 1994_11 Hye Sharzhoom Newspaper November 1994 Alternative Title Armenian Action, Vol. 16 No. 1, November 1994; Ethnic Supplement to the Collegian. Publisher Armenian Studies Program, California State University, Fresno. Description Published two to four times a year. The newspaper of the California State University, Fresno Armenian Students Organization and Armenian Studies Program. Subject California State University, Fresno – Periodicals. Contributors Armenian Studies Program; Armenian Students Organization, California State University, Fresno. Coverage 1979-2014 Format Newspaper print Full-Text-Search Scanned at 200-360 dpi, 18-bit greyscale - 24-bit color, TIFF or PDF. PDFs were converted to TIF using Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro. Title November 1994 Page 1 Full-Text-Search The Newspaper of CSU, Fresno Armenian Students Organization & Armenian Studies Program Fresno, CA 93740-0004 Address Correction Requested Non-Profit U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 262 Fresno, CA. i\k3 ■mkp&nwr November 1994 Vol. 16, No. 1 (47) Supplement to The Collegian Baroness honored for humanitarian aid Barlow DerMugrdechian Hye Sharzhoom "Armenians are fighting for everything they believe in, for survival, for their homes, language, families, and their ancient spiritual legacy. They have fought to defend themselves with incredible courage. It is a story which should go down in the history books." -Lady Caroline Cox In the words of a farmer from Getashen in Karabagh who had seen his family killed and his home de-. stroyed, "Dignity is a crown of thorns." "The people of Karabagh are wearing their crown of thorns with great dignity," according to Lady Caroline Cox, Life Peer of the House of Lords of the British Parliament. Her personal experiences in Karabagh stirred an overflow audience of students, faculty, and community members who crowded the Alice Peters Auditorium on Monday, October 3,1994, on the CSUF campus. V Baroness Cox's talk was co- sponsored by the Armenian Studies Program, the School of Social Sciences, and the International Programs Office. The evening before, the Armenian National Committee, Central Valley, honored Lady Cox with the Women of the Year award at a banquet attended by more than 400 people. "Now is the time to exert pres sure on the international community to compel the Azerbaijani government to stop its military activities," said Lady Cox. She stated her concern that once an oil agreement is signed between Azerbaijan and Western oil companies there will be apetro-dollar financed final military solution in Artsakh. "Pressure must be brought to bear to stop the Azeri aggression. The primary victims ofthe conflict are the people of Karabagh. They need your support in every way and above all your political support to make sure their human rights are supported and that their humanitarian needs are met." Lady Caroline Cox is a member of the House of Lords of Great Britain, and a member of numerous humanitarian and educational organizations. "Ethnic cleansing" now so closely associated with the war in the former Yugoslavia, was first utilized in regard to the policy of Azerbaijan in Karabagh, beginning in 1991 Armenian civilians—men, women, and children were forcibly taken from their homes, which were usually destroyed. Lady Cox first went to Armenia in May of 1991 and since then has visited Armenia and Artsakh (Karabagh) 21 times, the last time just three weeks ago. During that three and a half years she'has grown to "appreciate, admire and love the Armenians," as she abundantly made clear in Photo By Christine Mirigian Baroness Caroline Cox spends time answering questions and participating in discussions with members of the audience following her lecture in the Alice Peters Auditorium. two presentations in the Fresno area. Speaking with passion and dedication, Lady Cox described her visits to Artsakh and her twofold mission with Christian Solidarity International- humanitarian aid and human rights. Lady Cox first became involved with the Karabagh issue in May 1991, while attending a conference ofthe Sakharov Institute in Moscow. All sorts of human rights violations in the Soviet Union were on the agenda, among them reports ofthe brutality in Karabagh where the Soviet 4th army and Azeri Interior Ministry troops (OMON), were using tanks and helicopters against innocent villagers. Lady Cox led a delegation to assess independently what was happening. She paid tribute to the spirit of the people of Artsakh, to their courage in the face of danger, and to the triumph of the human spirit which rises above the human degradation imposed by Azeri aggression. In vivid detail, the Baroness painted a bleak picture of the struggle of the Armenians of Karabagh against the brutal violence of Azeri offensives aimed at the civilian population of Karabagh. The last offensive in April 1994, which was particularly severe, caused casualties at the rate of 50-60 per day. Azeris were resorting to aerial bombing ofthe capital of Stepanakert, spreading destruction at a fearsome level. The last two years, during which Lady Cox was visiting Karabagh See COX, Page 6 Catholicos' funeral draws thousands worldwide Photo By VartkesBa/sam The Very Reverend Father Sasoon Vartabed Zumrookhdian of St. Paul Armenian Apostolic Church of Fresno (center) at the funeral of Catholicos Vazken I in Yerevan, Armenia. Barlow DerMugrdechian Hye Sharzhoom The spiritual head of the Armenian Church, His Holiness Vazken I, Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians, entered his eternal rest on Thursday, August 18, 1994. Less than three weeks before his death, President Levon Ter Petrossian of the Republic of Armenia, bestowed upon the Catholicos the highest award in Armenia, naming him as a National Hero of Armenia. His Holiness Vazken I was elected and consecrated as Catholicos of All Armenians in Etchmiadzin, Armenia, in 1955, becoming the 130th spiritual leader ofthe Armenian Church, since the time of St. Gregory the Illuminator. His pontificate of more than thirty-nine years was one of the longest and most productive in the history of the Armenian Church. Born in 1908 in Bucharest, Levon Garabed Baljian was ordained as Very Rev. Fr. Vazken Vartabed in 1943. In 1951 he was consecrated as a bishop of the Armenian Church. The Catholicos became the most visible worldwide symbol of the Armenian people during the period of communist rule in Armenia. With his diplomatic and political skill he was able to lead the Armenian Church through a very difficult period of Armenian history, outlasting the fall of the Soviet Union and welcoming the newly independent Republic of Armenia. He led the movement to prepare clergy for the Armenian Church. The Catholicos was also a leader in the ecumenical movement, especially with the Eastern Orthodox churches. The Catholicos was also a tireless traveler, visiting the many far- flung dioceses of the Armenian church, bringing his message of unity and fatherly blessings. The Catholicos last made a spiritual visit to the United States See VAZKEN I, Page 8 November 1994 Pg 1	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line89
__label__wiki	0.654854	0.654854	Game Reign Everything Gaming and Tech Xbox One Features October 14, 2020 October 15, 2020 GameReign As the Microsoft submission to the next generation console wars, the Xbox One has a lot to offer gamers. The machine itself is built on PC architecture, particularly with an x86 processor that allows developers to work more readily with the hardware. Will this meant he end of bad PC-console ports? Perhaps, but that will depend on the effort each developer puts in. What other features does the Xbox One have to offer? Kinect Integration The original Kinect has been something of a gimmick for the Xbox 360, but it has a number of features that make it very interesting to play with. Some people feel that the always-on Kinect is a bit of a privacy invasion, but that’s not strictly true. In fact, the passive microphone really only listens for one phrase — “Xbox: On” — and certainly doesn’t record anything. No Kinect data would be sent to Microsoft. The Xbox One’s Kinect 2 has a 1080p camera and tracks a few dozen statistics for excellent feedback and responsiveness. It will be very interesting to see how developers play with the features it enables. The Evolution of Xbox Live Xbox Live will continue with the Xbox One, but it won’t survive unchanged. Your gamertag, gamerscore, achievements, avatar and all the rest of your personal data will be ported over, so you won’t have to create a new profile or start from scratch. This is excellent news for gamers with scores in the hundreds of thousands. With the continuation of Live come a few other changes. First, Microsoft is already retiring the concept of Microsoft Points. All marketplace purchases will be made with real money. Second, Achievements will be a more active and reactive system. Developers will be able to add, change and tweak achievements on the fly to balance them or to reference popular memes. Going forward, the Xbox One already has a nice selection of exclusives lined up. Everything from Ryze: Son of Rome to the upcoming Halo all look to be excellent system sellers. Games like Forza 5 scratch the itch for series fans, while Tom Clancy’s The Division and Quantum Break bring new IPs to bear for the release. All of this is good for Microsoft, of course, because the system will not be backward compatible. If you want to play your 360 games once you have an XBOne, you’ll need to swap out the systems. Unfortunately, this even includes games purchased on Xbox Live — the software simply won’t run on the new hardware. Constant Connectivity The initial rumor, and indeed the initial plan from Microsoft, was to force the console to call home online every day. It would allow them to keep software up to date, push out critical patches and monitor statistics about gamers. Of course, so many people complained about the always-on connection that Microsoft went back on their plans. The console will still require an initial connection and probably a day one patch, but after that you’ll be free to play offline all you like. Then again, some games will surely require patches themselves, and others are much more fun online. Used Game DRM Rumors Initial rumors put forth the idea that the Xbox One was trying to kill off the used game market by requiring a fee to install a previously used game, which would be high enough to offset the cost of buying the game used to begin with. While the original plan might have called for something similar, and indeed the strict DRM looked that way in their press conference, Microsoft has since reversed their decision on this matter as well. They claim you will be able to sell, trade and buy used games exactly how you can today. As with any launch console, there are bound to be bundles with many of the system exclusives on launch day. Which of the bundles so far announced are you planning to buy? Most Popular Playstation PS4 Games on Amazon November 8, 2020 GameReign Most Popular Nintendo Switch Games on Amazon Next: Xbox One Kinect Most Popular Super Mario Video Games by System 3 of the Most Popular Xbox One Sports Games 7 Insane and Fun Gaming Facts About Game Stop	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line95
__label__wiki	0.836563	0.836563	Performances and interviews with local independent artists. / Brooke Moriber – Fire Brooke Moriber – Fire Sebastian Cole 6 April 2016 URL: http://brookemoriber.com/ Look past the pretty face. It isn’t hard to stare at Brooke Moriber’s press photos and not be entranced by such a devastatingly beautiful lady. However, if you stop there and look no further, the first single from her debut album might shock your ears. “Fire” is premium pop, without question. This isn’t some melodically challenged confection with a subpar centerfold-turned-pop star helming a canned backing track. Instead, this is a song that bubbles over with experience lived. Brooke Moriber inhabits each line of this song with true presence, something nearly lost in our modern world, and is far more concerned with connection than entertainment. Please, however, don’t believe that the title cut from her debut EP won’t bring you substantial listening pleasure. Moriber isn’t boring listeners with some intellectual or virtuosic endeavor. Instead, this is imminently accessible music that manages to never surrender a shred of adult credibility. There’s a darker tinge to this song that few might note. It isn’t the wont of most pop listeners to devote much time to a song’s lyrical content, but Moriber turns out a deceptively simple lyric speaking to the light and shadow of desire. Fire means passion, but alternatively, destruction. Moriber’s vocal beautifully conveys her precarious balance between these two sides of the same coin, but the bittersweet regret in the words is unmistakable. Her phrasing, unsurprisingly, shows all the nuance listeners might expect from such a longtime veteran of stage and screen. She dramatizes her message without ever overplaying her hand or lapsing into histrionics. The expertly arranged vocal melody is likely another reason for her success in her area, but a superior vocal melody isn’t enough to lift a song alone. It takes a wise and knowing singer to exploit it and Moriber fits the bill. The musical backing is ideal. The percolating tempo seems to push the song towards its inevitable conclusion and takes a number of inventive turns along the way. Electric piano and guitar make appearances as well, but the former certainly finishes the song as the track’s dominant instrument. Moriber’s songwriting deserves praises for maintaining focus while peppering the song with a handful of thrilling crescendos that will invigorate all but the most cynical of music fans. Moriber’s first single is another hint that the Fire EP will likely rank among the year’s best indie pop releases. Moriber deserves, even in these diminished times, to be snapped up by one of the majors and heavily promoted. It’s entirely within the realm of possibility that this debut release alone will prove worthy enough of bringing that off for her. “Fire” isn’t an easy debut to dismiss or forget. It plays like work from a woman who has waited half her life or more for a chance to fly her flag high and, with any luck, thousands upon thousands will salute her efforts. I-TUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/fire-single/id1076669638 William Elgin	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line96
__label__wiki	0.840264	0.840264	◄ Search Results Showing Item 1 of 1 Preferred library: Lake Agassiz Regional Library? Catch-22 / Joseph Heller ; with an introduction by Malcolm Bradbury. Heller, Joseph. (Author). Series: Everyman's library ; 220 1 of 1 copy available at Lake Agassiz Regional Library. (Show preferred library) Detroit Lakes Public Library HEL (Text) 33500009088394 Main Available - Physical Description: xxxix, 568 p. ; 22 cm. Publisher: New York : Knopf, 1995. Sequel: Closing time. Texan -- Clevinger -- Havermeyer -- Doc Daneeka -- Chief White Halfoat -- Hungry Joe -- McWatt -- Lieutenant Scheisskopf -- Major Major Major Major -- Wintergreen -- Captain Black -- Bologna -- Major-de Coverley -- Kid Sampson -- Piltchard & Wren -- Luciana -- Soldier in white -- Soldier who saw everything twice -- Colonel Cathcart -- Corporal Whitcomb -- General Dreedle -- Milo the mayor -- Nately's old man -- Milo -- Chaplain -- Aarfy -- Nurse Duckett. Depicts the struggles of a U.S. airman attempting to survive the lunacy and depravity of a World War II base. Joseph Heller was born in 1923 in Brooklyn, New York. He served as a bombardier in the Second World War and then attended New York University, Columbia, and Oxford University, the last on a Fulbright scholarship. He taught for two years at Pennsylvania State University, before returning to New York, where he began a successful career in the advertising departments of Time, Look, and McCall's magazines. It was during this time that he had the idea for Catch-22. Working on the novel in spare moments and evenings at home, it took him eight years to complete and was first published in 1961. His second novel, Something Happened, was published in 1974, Good As Gold in 1979 and Closing Time in 1994. He is also the author of the play We Bombed in New Haven. Joseph Heller died in 1999. Subject: World War, 1939-1945 > Fiction. Genre: War stories. Everyman's library ; 220	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line97
__label__wiki	0.560258	0.560258	How I spent my Saturday MASN, the Orioles' broadcaster, awarded four fans the chance to meet the broadcast team and try our hands at announcing Saturday's game (nothing for real broadcast). I'm on the far left with fellow campers, Buck Martinez and Gary Thorne on MASN salmon-colored shirt day. Eat your hearts out, baseball and ice hockey fans. Honeysuckle twilight The fragrant smell of honeysuckle filled the air on this last evening in May. It's almost summer in SWACgirl's Valley. Smitty posts a compilation of Budweiser Frog and Frog vs. Lizard commercials. My favorite quote: Never hire a ferret to do a weasel's job. Camden crazies Just got back from Camden Yards, where I got to hang out next to the MASN broadcast booth for the Orioles' game with the Tigers. (I signed up for a MASN blog last summer and got tickets for the game). Before the game, we got a tour of MASN's offices in the warehouse behind right field. The receptionist has a view of the ballfield from her office. The web team has a view of the ballfield from their office. The men's bathroom has a window with a view of the ballfield - closer to the sink than other bathroom fixtures. Wash your hands and watch batting practice. Is She Wise Er? Last night, I was thinking about the Wise Latina comment. So, she thinks she's wiser than the old white guys? And the Budweiser frogs from the mid 90s popped into my mind. I fired off a quick email to Carol at No Sheeples Here with my idea, and here it is. Obama's toadies may think she's wise er. Friday, they say her choice of words was poor. I think the American people are wise er. UPDATE: We've caught the eye of Skepticrats, The Other McCain and Ed Driscoll from Pajamas Media. Thanks. UPDATE 2: Also mentioned in the Sunday Funnies at Paco Enterprises. UPDATE 3: Troglopundit says he likes the graphic in his Sunday roundup. Is Virginia Dems' best hope? The Other McCain links polling data out of New Jersey, where both Republican candidates lead incumbent Jon Corzine. Bob McDonnell continues to lead all three Democrats in the Virginia governor's race. If both parties with primaries join together to support the nominees, then Corzine could be in a world of hurt. McDonnell knows he's got a good battle, but it's always good to lead. The Real Bob McDonnell website still has Jeff Frederick on the far right side of it's "Friends of Bob" header. Will he remain through the weekend? Will the new RPV chair replace him? Will a picture of a conservative blogger take his place? Can't they hire an unemployed Virginian to update the photo? Behind DealerGate The Other McCain looks at MSM indifference to the questions about why certain Chrysler dealers got the axe, and riffs off to indifference by the Republican leadership towards those working hard to push an aggressive message. Bacon, bacon, bacon Instapundit keeps us up-to-date on the latest in bacon flavorings. Hey, Father's Day is coming up soon. It’s a sad weekend in NASCAR-land. It’s the final race FOX will be covering this season. It’s the last time to hear Darrell Waltrip say “Boogity, Boogity, Boogity, let’s go racing boys” for eight months. Sure, the season continues on TNT, ESPN and ABC. But Digger and his friends will hibernate until next year at Daytona, so catch them Sunday afternoon from Dover’s Monster Mile. Yours truly won a visit to the MASN TV booth for Saturday’s Orioles game against the Tigers. The game will be shown on MASN2, while the Nationals play at Philadelphia this weekend on MASN. Saturday on Fox, most of the nation will get to see the Dodgers at the Cubs. To the south of Fishersville, the Roanoke TV market is scheduled to watch the Braves and Diamondbacks. Thanks to the506.com to finding a map with the Fox scheduled games this week. Need more baseball? ESPN’s Sunday game is Dodgers at Cubs, while TBS has Yankees at Indians Sunday afternoon. Those lucky enough to have MLB Network can see Phillies at Giants Saturday night. The NHL has reached its final two, and it’s the same as last year. NBC has the first two games between Detroit and Pittsburgh this weekend, and the action moves to Versus Tuesday and Thursday. Will the NBA get its hoped-for matchup, the Lakers vs. Cleveland? The Lakers can advance Friday at Denver, and have Game 7 at home Sunday if necessary. LeBron and the Cavs need to win Saturday at Orlando to return the series to Cleveland Monday. The first week of the French Open concludes with third and fourth round action. NBC has taped coverage of action Saturday and Sunday afternoon, while ESPN has the weekday coverage. And if you have ESPNU as part of your TV package, you can see Virginia open play in the NCAA tournament. UPDATE: The Richmond Times-Dispatch is reporting Comcast SportsNet will broadcast Friday night's UVa game. And this column makes its debut at AugustaFreePress.com this week. Sotomayor is smarter than... Here's the now famous quote from Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor: “I would hope that a wise Latina woman, with the richness of her experiences, would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn’t lived that life.” Let's help out the Obama administration. Can you name some white males that she is wiser than? I'll start the list. 1. Joe Biden 2. Robert Gibbs 3. Barney Frank 4. John Murtha 5. John Kerry Feel free to add your own to the list. Have fun in Richmond While many of our fellow bloggers will be in Richmond (and others will be waiting to see if Jeff Frederick comes out and there's six months of strife), I'm heading to Camden Yards Saturday. I won a contest on MASN and will get to hang out in the broadcast booth before and during the game with the Tigers. While you're listening to Sean Hannity, I'll be watching new catcher and hopefully heavy-hitter Matt Wieters. You'll be with 10,000 excited Republicans. I hope there's more than 10,000 people at Camden Yards Saturday. You'll be with a team looking for its first win in the gubernatorial race since 1997. I'll be with a team that hasn't had a winning record since 1997. At least the Republicans have a better chance to beat the Yankees (McAuliffe and Moran) than the Orioles do now. Margaret Thatcher's quote updated This quote has gotten plenty of play recently - "The trouble with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money." How about "The trouble with Obama's economic policies is that eventually the Chinese will run out of patience." Clear-cutting marriage Pundit and Pundette takes a whack at a proposal to replace marriage with a neutral "civil license." It's a proposal akin to clear-cutting the Redwood forests of California. They're old, they're in the way, let's get rid of them. Many of us honor and respect our ancestors. Traditional marriage is part of the world in which they worked and sacrificed to give us the life we have today. We are defending the honor of our ancestors when we defend marriage. If you think the world begins and ends with you, you can wail against the unfairness of how life is. Sorry, but if you're gay, you come from a long, long line of heterosexuals. You can't deny your ancestry. You can rev up the chain saws all you want. Power up the bulldozers to tear down the old. We'll be standing and fighting. Some people get too dependent on their technology. Like Troglopundit. I’m tellin’ ya, the day Skynet becomes self-aware is the day I begin to starve because I can’t do a damn thing for myself. Sotomayor and me Instapundit links an NPR report on Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor and her role in the 1994-95 baseball strike. Turns out she was the inspiration for one of my favorite column headlines. "Injunction Junction, what's your Function?" Augusta Marketplace The Augusta County Board of Supervisors approved going ahead with the large Augusta Marketplace development at Wednesday's meeting. As a resident, I'm not sure the county can support this development and what's going on in Waynesboro. But as a former I-81 traveler, it would catch my eye. From 1987 to 1995, I drove I-81 back and forth on visits between Bluefield and my parents' home in Baltimore. When I drove past exit 225, I knew I was halfway there. But I rarely remember stopping in Staunton for food or gas. I stopped in Woodstock a lot on the south-bound trip, and often hit Harrisonburg going north-bound. Sometimes I would exit on exit 150 in Roanoke, but usually I stuck to the road through Rockbridge and Augusta Counties. I knew Staunton was there, but prior to 1995 nothing jumped out at me to get me to stop. I-81 is definitely a pretty drive, and a development behind the big hotels won't change my impression as a through traveler. They're onto something One of our Augusta County banks advertises on its sign that it has not taken federal bailout funds. I wondered if that was a big deal for some customers. Then I check Don Surber's blog, and he posts how people would rather buy a Ford since they are not being bailed out. Guess there is a market there for companies not tangled up with the government. New (invisible) majority The Other McCain has been whacking Tucker Carlson's new web venture pretty well. It got me wondering how another web venture is doing, David Frum's New Majority. I signed up before he started, checked it a few times and moved on. Riehl World View has been wondering too. Especially when he featured a guest post by Mark Levin and Frum blasted that. Unfortunately, Riehl needed a magnifying glass to see the few visitors New Majority sent his way. Looking at the New Majority page today, there's lots of posts from Frum and very little else. I wonder what it's traffic numbers are in its first four months. Is it gaining readers or will I be passing it on the way up? Idol aftermath Vivian Paige catches up with the continuing story of last week's American Idol finale. Did AT&T help Kris Allen win? The New York Times has the info on two Arkansas parties where additional votes may have been cast. Now, the number of votes for the finale was about 12 million more than the previous week - a jump but not extraordinary. Allen was also the favorite on TV guide's website poll and had an edge in phone votes tracked by dialidol.com. I'd say Allen won fair and square, but I doubt the questions will die. Something to watch Is there a political component in which Chrysler and GM dealerships are slated to be closed? That's a question bubbling up on the internet, and several bloggers are on the case. Michelle Malkin added a status report Wednesday morning, after she posted Tuesday not to rashly jump to conclusions. Doug Ross at Journal had the first post on the topic that I saw. He listed several dealerships on the cutting block and their giving to Republicans or Democrats not named Barack Obama. Obviously, car dealers are important businessmen in their community. Those are the people who are also interested in politics, and established politicians would likely be courting them for donations. It's something to watch. Happy 400 million, Instapundit Sometime Wednesday, Instapundit's sitemeter reading will flip over 400 million. Wow. In about 15 minutes, he gets as many hits as I've gotten in six months. So, what will he do to celebrate this milestone? A nice walk around the Tennessee campus? Checking out the Blu-Ray deals? Catching up on the latest space and technology news? One thing for sure. There won’t be a congratulatory letter from Senator Chris Dodd. Elvis' thoughts on China Instapundit and Don Surber (Thanks for the link) both mentioned this Financial Times story about China being "caught in a trap." "Caught in a trap." I hear a song parody coming on, thanks to Elvis. We’re caught in a trap We can’t get out Because you spend way too much money Why can’t you see How worthless bonds will be? When you don’t control your spending? We can’t go on together With deficit spending (deficit spending) And we can’t build a future On this pile of debt So, old friend, I know When I drop by to buy gold Will there be suspicions on your eyes? Asking for more credit You can’t see these bills are real I’m holding (bills I'm holding) With deficit spending Oh can the world survive Or pay the debts that you’ve got Let’s not make our children cry When Obama, you know I can’t bail you out Mmm, yeah, yeah And here's the inspiration. Gift idea for Kim Jong-il When the Obama administration meets with anyone from North Korea, here's the gift idea. A t-shirt for Kim Jong-il... with the slogan... "My people need food and all they got with an atomic test blast." Better gift idea than an IPod for the Queen or DVDs for the British prime minister. Pelosi cried, are Dems fried? Pajamas Media looks at whether Democrats can hold together Nancy Pelosi's story about not knowing about waterboarding, or not acting to stop waterboarding, or just being a politician instead of a deep thinker. What politics is like The Other McCain's column is up on the blood-sport of politics. "Turn the other cheek" is an excellent moral principle, but it doesn't work in politics any better than it works in saloon brawls. The last half of this Toby Keith video gives the visual. This ain't no fancy cocktail party or tea party, but a war. Toby Keith More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos The Other McCain teases a column he's working on. When you begin a bar fight by slamming a barstool into the back of a guy’s head, the Marquis of Queensbury rules do not apply. If your opponent responds by ripping open your carotid artery with the jagged edge of a broken beer bottle, whose fault is that? Can't wait to read the rest. Obama by the numbers Victor Davis Hanson breaks down the President's speeches into their basic components 1. Look what a mess I inherited 2. The straw man argument. (are you going to stop shooting puppies for target practice?) 3. Look how different I am. Follow me to our new world. Don't really need speechwriters when it's all just cut and paste. Trace Adkins sings A solemn song for Memorial Day - Arlington. Trace Adkins More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos The Washington Times posts a link to search the names on the Vietnam Memorial Wall. My wife's uncle is on the wall, died in 1971 after only a month in country. Cool kid vs. the nerd I caught a snippet of Meet the Press, where they were talking about the dueling speeches by President Obama and former Vice President Cheney Thursday. They said the public agrees with Cheney's positions in polling, but he polls poorly. So instead of arguing substance, the fight seems to be "You don't want to think like that. He's a nerd. Think like the cool kids think." How long can a presidency by peer pressure last? This probably won't help Via Little Miss Attila, here's a site with an interesting idea for the Gitmo prisoners. WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a savvy bid to empty the Guantanamo Bay detention center, the U.S. government is offering a free pen to every country that accepts a terrorist. Said Defense Department spokesperson Bill Haskitt, "These are blue, medium point, uni-ball pens made of durable plastic. Every nation that takes a terrorist will get one. Accept two, get two pens, that's how win-win it is." Not the finest whine It's interesting how the American Idol finale became a battle between political sides. Big Hollywood has a wrap-up. For those on Facebook Legal Insurrection offers links to a pair of facebook pages - one urging Dick Cheney to shut up and one urging him to keep talking. Guess which one I joined. Update your bookmarks YankeePhilip is now YankeePhil. And FishersvillePhil is still available. Baltimore's pension woes Instapundit links a column by Baltimore radio talker Ron Smith about public pensions and the lack of reforms. How long can public pension plans ask people with lesser pension plans to give more to them? Just because a politician promised it doesn't mean the taxpayer will always pay for it. The Weekly Standard's cover story this week describes Ronald Reagan's work in the first two years of the Carter administration setting the stage for his victory in 1980. Lots of good lessons here. Who's going to read and learn? Steyn reads the paper Mark Steyn checks out a local Vermont newspaper and sees all the opportunities for community organizers. May the Funds be with you. Deeds endorsement - why today? Everyone is buzzing about the Washington Post endorsing Creigh Deeds in the Democratic primary. But why is the editorial in today's paper? Everyone knows the best way to bury news in Washington is to release it on Friday afternoon. Especially Friday before a holiday weekend. Most of Washington thinks about traffic on the Bay Bridge or I-95 to New York on the first Friday of the summer season. It's good for Deeds to get the endorsement, but it could have had more power coming out next Tuesday when the world returns to work. Could have been written the same time as today's endorsement. Most editorial pages are done early so that group of writers can enjoy the weekend. Let's see how much buzz the endorsement has for Deeds on Tuesday. Status quo that has to go Via Instapundit, the editorial from the San Diego Union-Tribune. After giving a good list of bad government decisions, they say We could go on, but our point is clear: It is absurd for any pundit or politician to blame voters for the budget disaster. And it's a canard that gets in the way of a constructive response to the crisis. As a kid growing up in the 70s, I always remember the Indianapolis 500 being a big deal. Even though it was on tape-delay for Sunday night broadcast before going live in 1986. Yes, kids, it's true. I remember Lloyd Ruby, the hard-luck loser of several races in the 60s.There was A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, the Unser brothers and ABC’s famous broadcasters. Now, it’s hard to know any of the racers besides Danica Patrick. But people will watch and remember their youth Sunday on ABC. Then, if you haven’t had enough racing, it’s the 50th running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte. Fox has the coverage that will go late into the night. Memorial Day weekend is also time for the NCAA lacrosse championships. The University of Virginia is involved again, and plays Cornell at 2 p.m. Saturday on ESPN2. The winner goes for the championship Monday on ESPN. Both the NHL and NBA are down to the final four. Detroit and Pittsburgh both lead series 2-0, and hit the road. The Red Wings’ game 3 and 4 are in Chicago, Friday on Versus and Sunday on NBC. The Pens visit Carolina Saturday on Versus for Game 3, then take the holiday off. The LeBron train hit a bump in game 1 against the Magic, and the Rockets surprised the Lakers Thursday. Cleveland has game 2 tonight and game 3 Sunday on TNT, and the Western Conference moves to Denver with ABC/ESPN on scene. It’s also time for baseball’s interleague play. ESPN has the Brewers at the Twins Sunday – aren’t you glad it’s not the Yankees or Red Sox? And the Orioles and Nationals face off all weekend on MASN. So one of them will have a winning weekend. The man can write a headline The Other McCain highlights several recent blog posts on his right sidebar. He took this post by Clever S. Logan and called it "I want to have Marco Rubio's babies." That gets your attention. As long as Mrs. Rubio and the four kids don't mind the headline. Kristol's take Bill Kristol looks at Obama vs. Cheney on the speech front. Why does he like Cheney better? Cheney's is the speech of a grownup, of a chief executive, of a statesman. He's sober, realistic and concrete, stands up for his country and its public officials, and has an acute awareness of the consequences of the choices one makes as a public official and a willingness to take responsibility for those choices. Debate amongst yourselves. What Idol means? McDonnell wins So, the talented, over-the-top performer loses to the cookie-cutter, nice Christian guy. American Idol sure sounds like a scenario of the McAuliffe-McDonnell battle for the governor's race. Blue Virginia asks what it means. He brings up "lingering homophobia" as a possibility, but I doubt that. The voting cohort for American Idol does not fall into the traditional "homophobic" group. I can't see Bubba texting for four hours to make sure the "gay-looking guy" didn't win. The Idol voters mostly fall within the Obama generation, those under 30. Kris won the "guy I'm comfortable with" vote. Just like Obama did last year. That's a big part of your lesson. Looking at McDonnell's campaign, that's what he's shooting for also. The liberal bloggers and progressives who think society is moving their way probably won't be pleased. Sorry guys. Remember, there's a large pool of people who don't study the issues like you do. A "cool" McDonnell will beat a "hot" McAuliffe in the likeability race. At least, after the election, McAuliffe supporters can talk about the better life he will have back on the Washington circuit. Idol shocker Rolling Stone's blogger and commenters seem pretty distraught that Kris beat Adam in the finale. I really liked this comment Almost everyone I know voted for Adam. I have friends in several states and except for 1 or 2 everyone I knew (and their friends from what they told me) voted for Adam. since it reminded me of this comment, supposedly said in 1972. "I don't know how Richard Nixon could have won," the late film critic Pauline Kael is said to have observed after the 1972 election. "I don't know anybody who voted for him." It's a big country people. Lots of people think differently than you do. Idol chatter Congrats to Kris Allen for winning American Idol. Especially after reading Rolling Stone magazine's story on the finale, "Adam Lambert single-handedly saved 'American Idol.' Then reports were the lowest ratings for a final sing-off in the eight year history. Dialidol.com had it pegged. Another Southerner wins American Idol. Let's send Gitmo prisoners to Yucca Mountain The Senate has overwhelmingly voted not to spend money relocating Guantanamo prisoners to the U.S. So, what do we do? Is there an existing area considered safe enough to contain dangerous elements for a long, long time? Yucca Mountain, Nevada, of course. Terrorists are safer than nuclear waste, right? If the Obama administration doesn't want nuclear waste there, then why not put terrorists there? How about it, Senator Reid? California is hosed Megan McArdle lays the cards on the table. Her closing thoughts - California will go bankrupt, muni and state debt will spike, the federal government will backstop humanitarian programs and very possibly all state and local debt, and eventually, California will figure out whether it wants higher taxes or lower spending. But we will not actually make the world a better place by enabling the lunatics in Sacramento to pretend they can have both. Not a good start With the change of auto standards, I followed links to the BlogProf's thoughts. His first commenter put down the current CAFE numbers, showing Toyota already at the new standard and Honda close. But I would like a solid link to that number. So up to Yahoo and type in Current CAFE numbers with no quotes. The first link sent me here, on the Department of Transportation website. Clicking around, I found the latest numbers - from 2004. And an annual update from 2003. Now either Yahoo or the government needs to update that info. Worst. Headline. Ever. California's budget initiatives went down in flames Tuesday. And the L.A. Times writes - California voters exercise their power -- and that's the problem Was Iowahawk invited? Iowahawk's Congressional Motors must be part of the new auto standards, right? Fly me to the Death Star Give some people photoshop and they can do anything. h/t Instapundit. Previewing Beck's tour On Glenn Beck's show now, he compared his upcoming tour to a combination of Thomas Paine and Sam Kinison. That's something to see. Maybe a little like this. Dead men walking When GM and Chrysler reps walk to the meeting announcing new car standards, will someone be behind them shouting "Dead men walking?" Californians at the polls It's Election Day in California. NRO's Campaign Spot passes along this fact from the San Francisco Chronicle. "Groups backing Props 1A to 1F raising a combined $25.5 million, compared with about $3.1 million for the opposition." Spending more and losing. Not a vote of confidence. "Poster child for dysfunction" Michelle Malkin has the rundown on "California screaming" for a bailout. Solving two problems at once Visiting instapundit.com Monday evening, two of the latest three entries deal with cars. Chrysler has 44,000 cars on the lots of dealers it is dumping. Toyota has 75,000 orders for the 2010 Prius. Just ship "Prius" nameplates to Chrysler. It sounds better to say you bought a Prius than a Chrysler. Atheists: Quit your whining The L.A. Times publishes a column about atheists, and you can't beat the opening paragraph. I can't stand atheists -- but it's not because they don't believe in God. It's because they're crashing bores. And drawing to his conclusion - What primarily seems to motivate atheists isn't rationalism but anger -- anger that the world isn't perfect, that someone forced them to go to church as children, that the Bible contains apparent contradictions, that human beings can be hypocrites and commit crimes in the name of faith. The vitriol is extraordinary. MoDo's flub Maureen Dowd's Sunday column in the New York Times became much more popular when a liberal blogger noticed his words as the next-to-last paragraph. Josh Marshall said in his blog: “More and more the timeline is raising the question of why, if the torture was to prevent terrorist attacks, it seemed to happen mainly during the period when we were looking for what was essentially political information to justify the invasion of Iraq.” The 'torture' also occured during the Angels' "Rally Monkey" run to the 2002 World Series title. Is there a connection? The 18 months between 9-11 and the start of the Iraq war was a time aimed at stopping another attack. Since it took a while for Bin Laden to think up and plan the airplane attacks, it was time to find out what information was out there for something looming. Not everything is about political justification. Some is about saving lives. September Tea Party The Evil Angry People Always Rarely Tolerating You (Tea Party) groups are organizing another gathering for Sept. 12 in Washington. (Isn't that is what Tea Party stands for, according to Keith Olbermann and friends?) The Other McCain gets the hat tip for the latest update. Pelosi cried, CIA clarified Legal Insurrection examines the Nancy Pelosi saga of what she knew and what it means. The same people who decry the waterboarding of the mastermind of 9/11 are silent when Obama orders missile attacks on Pakistan which inevitably cause civilian casualties. To continue the analogy, in this debate there are many draft evaders and few conscientious objectors. No joking matter Glenn Harlan Reynolds takes President Obama to task for joking Wednesday at Arizona State. Mr. Obama noted that ASU had refused to grant him an honorary degree, citing his lack of experience, and the controversy this had caused. He then demonstrated ASU's point by remarking, "I really thought this was much ado about nothing, but I do think we all learned an important lesson. I learned never again to pick another team over the Sun Devils in my NCAA brackets. . . . President [Michael] Crowe and the Board of Regents will soon learn all about being audited by the IRS." Via Rod Dreher's Crunchy Con blog, here's the story of one of the original Dodge dealerships getting the bad news. Idol day minus two The American Idol finalists Adam and Kris will sing their three songs Tuesday night. Sometime after 10 p.m. Wednesday, after two long hours of filler, we'll know the winner. Will it be Adam, the favorite most of the season, or Kris? Last week, they noted that there was only a difference of a million vote between the top two. Will Danny fans be more likely to vote for Kris or Adam? Adam has received the praise, but is Kris more mainstream and thus likely to be a bit more popular? Will the winner be a star or a trivia answer? Have a decent musical career or be a one-hit wonder? Get those dialing fingers limbered up. Your move, Mrs. Pelosi NRO's Campaign Spot contacted the Association of Former Intelligence Officers for their take on the Pelosi controversy. Those CIA officers chosen to brief the Congress, and especially the intelligence committees, are very senior, experienced officers, who well know the reputation and future of the CIA, as well as their own jobs, are on the line should they be perceived as not telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Such restrictions, however, do not apply to members of the Congress when they then appear before the public. Can't stop Dick Cheney The Weekly Standard is Dick Cheney central this weekend. The blog describes how Cheney is tightening the box around President Obama on the terrorism front, that he's winning against Democrats and should keep it up. In honor of Armed Forces Day It's the third Saturday of May, Armed Forces Day. So enjoy John Michael Montgomery's Letter from Home. John Michael Montgomery More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos Also from the Other McCain The Other McCain has started a new blog to protest the National Republican Senatorial Committee's decision to back Charlie Crist in the Florida primary next year. So, do I join the battle? The Republican party has two wings struggling for control now, and this is another skirmish. You have your establishment and your hard-core conservatives. Both sides believe the other cost them in the past two election cycles, and both believe following their way is the way out for the Republican party. But neither has the strength to make the other cry "Uncle." The problem goes back to the 2004 Pennsylvania primary between Arlen Specter and Pat Toomey. The establishment supported Specter and look what it got us - the 60th Democratic senator, who whined that the party pushed out Lincoln Chafee in 2006. Not a great return on investment. The hard-core conservatives believe "give us a fighting chance and the people will listen." The establishment helps those in their group. NRSC figures it better support Crist, since he could just run for governor again and win. The establishment sees young people voting Democratic and think they'd better get closer to their concerns. The hard-core conservatives see the bad impacts of taxes and out-of-control spending looming, and wants to be there when today's youth get the bill. When the youth figure both parties have ruined their future, they will be looking for a choice, not an echo. Incendiary? Nah. Friday, my second grade and his class went to the local Boy Scout center for a field trip. They learned about trees, leaves and a little about living in nature. The scoutmaster showed them how to set up wood and tender to start a fire, depending on where conditions. He also showed them firestarter they use to start a fire when it's really snowy or wet. Firestarter. That's incendiary. Comments by RPV chair Pat Mullins? Not incendiary. A Republican criticizing a Democrat is normal. Like the sun rises in the East and water is wet. Nice job trying to fan the flames. You need more than just a spark to get this fire going. Dick Cheney is Carrie Prejean Mark Steyn unloads his wisdom in his column and the Hugh Hewitt show from Thursday. But we don't want to see Cheney in a swimsuit. Somewhere in Texas... George W. Bush must look at what's going on now and smile. Commentary Magazine has details. President Obama used the word "unsustainable" in talking about the country's debt Thursday. Good thing there's a song parody for the automakers with that title. From my blog in January. Unsustainable, that's what you are Unsustainable, you can't sell a car Like the pile of debt that clings to you Makes me want to buy a Suburu Never before has someone been more Unsustainable in every way And forever more, that's how you'll stay Thats why, Big Three, its incredible That someone so unsustainable Thinks that I am going to pay for you Here's the inspiration. Help for free Augusta Conservative and SWACgirl blog about Augusta County's new position for Economic Development Director. They don't seem to approve. Guess I can't ask them for a reference when I apply for the position. Economic development for Augusta County should be a piece of cake, even without a full-time director. I can give plenty of reasons to entice businesses to move and stay here. No cost at all. 1. We have mountain views and interstates. How about that? 2. We have Hershey's and Little Debbie's. It's snack food heaven. 3. Close to Charlottesville, but this is Virginia Tech country. 4. All Redskins games on TV. 5. If an asteriod hits earth like in Deep Impact, we'll have oceanfront property. I know there are plenty more, but I've got to work on my resume. Commencement at UVa This weekend, the University of Virginia turns loose its latest group of graduates. If you want to see what's going on, check out the Rotunda Cam. In years past, I enjoyed checking out the time lapse view from that camera on setup day. Unfortunately, the archives aren't up and running. But some older views can be found here. Californian to lose crown? No, not another Carrie Prejean story. Besides, she's staying. It's San Francisco's own Nancy Pelosi who's in trouble. Powerline has a roundup, as does the Other McCain. The Washington Post also weighs in House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's extraordinary accusation that the Bush administration lied to Congress about the use of harsh interrogation techniques dramatically raised the stakes in the growing debate over the Bush administration's anti-terrorism policies even as it raised some questions about the speaker's credibility. Obviously, a poll on instapundit attracts a weighted sample, but 96 percent against Pelosi to two percent against the CIA says something. By Saturday evening, we’ll know if America will care about horse racing the next few weeks. If Mine that Bird wins, there’s a chance at a Triple Crown. He loses, and who really cares who wins the Belmont. NBC will be on the scene at Pimlico in Baltimore. Two NBA series will be going to Game 7s on Sunday, with the Lakers hosting the Rockets and the Celtics taking on Orlando in Boston. Denver awaits the West winner, while Cleveland looks forward to the East winner as its next victim. The Capitals’ loss means you know where to find NHL hockey the rest of the way. It’s either on Versus or NBC. The finals start Sunday, with NBC in Detroit for the Red Wings against the Blackhawks. It's a rematch of the Winter Classic game from New Year's Day, so expect to see highlights from that contest. Besides, it's cool to see ice hockey at Wrigley Field. The Penguins face Carolina starting Monday, after both upset top seeded teams on the road in Game 7s. This week’s baseball feature matchup is the Mets at Giants. Fox has coverage Saturday afternoon and ESPN Sunday night. The Orioles are in Kansas City and the Nationals host Phillies on MASN. NASCAR is at All-Star weekend, with Speed providing the coverage. Bush lied, Pelosi cried The Perils of Pelosi continue. Idol surprise I visit the site Last2left.com, which lets you try to predict the winners of reality TV shows and sporting events. The picks have to be made months ahead, so there's lots of luck involved in winning. Of the 43 entrants guessing the finalists of American Idol, no one picked Kris. Eight picked Danny and Adam with Adam winning, and those eight will be declared contest winners next week. Nine others picked Danny and Adam in the final with Danny winning. Abortion kills health care reform Glenn Beck started Thursday's show by seeking pro-choice callers to explain their views. He tried not to argue; he wanted to understand. A caller in the first half-hour mentioned the decision should be between the doctor and the woman. Thus, the government should not dictate. Now, let's add the health care reform plans to our thought processes. We need to save money, so let's get the government involved. Will the decision be between a patient and doctor? New Promise Keepers You may remember PromiseKeepers from the 1990s - they held gatherings of Christian men in stadiums around the country. They are still around, with a big event planned for Colorado this summer. Who do I call the New Promise Keepers. All children in every school in the country. They will be called on to keep promises made by politicians of current day and years past. Promises to pay social security benefits, Medicare, Medicaid and other benefits. Promises the politicians should have backed with savings, but instead they spent. Making promises for votes, because "A penny saved is a vote lost" in the world of politics. Megan McArdle has a take on the latest reports on the health of our entitlement programs. So you students who heard President Obama at Arizona State last night, get a job. Work hard. You've got the promises of politicians to keep. Piled high and Deep Among the casualities of the economic slowdown is Ph.D. programs at universities across the country. Fewer students are being admitted to programs, as they are learning to live with economic realities. A professor in Chicago is quoted - "the number of positions available for people having a Ph.D. is also decreasing; it makes some sense not to train too many of them, for a few years at least." Sorry, Brian On March 27, I posted Virginia Idol, breaking down American Idol and the Virginia Democratic gubernatorial primary. Sorry Brian Moran, but Danny Gokey finished third. Kris Allen represents all the rest (Creigh Deeds) in the final. Will Adam (Terry) win? Reading Commentary Magazine's blog Contentions, they post reactions to the President's decision not to release photos of "torture." They pass along a snapshot from the famed "Beagle Blogger." From extending and deepening the war in Afghanistan, to suppressing evidence of rampant and widespread abuse and torture of prisoners under Bush, to thuggishly threatening the British with intelligence cut-off if they reveal the brutal torture inflicted on Binyam Mohamed, Obama now has new cheer-leaders: Bill Kristol, Michael Goldfarb and Max Boot. Yep: that’s why he was elected — to continue, deepen and protect the legacy of George W. Bush. Sounds like he's being tortured. T-Mac moneybags There’s a theme in the Democratic primary that’s been nagging me. It’s the idea that with Terry McAuliffe at the top of the ticket, there will be more money available for delegate candidates. If the Democrats can flip enough seats, they can have the majority in the House of Delegates. So if McAuliffe loses the primary, that would mean there will be less money available. Why? Is McAuliffe not going to work hard fundraising for Moran or Deeds? Is he not going to be as persuasive with his friends to help fund Democratic campaigns if he’s not on the ticket? Is he going to steer Bill Clinton away from Virginia in the fall? Are people giving money to help McAuliffe or help Virginia? That makes him sound even more mercenary - he’s just in this for himself. If he’s not the nominee, then he’ll take his friends and stay away. No money for you, Virginia Democrats. Sorry guys, but the Democratic pot of money this election cycle will be the same, whoever the nominee is. McAuliffe has access to money, and I’m sure he’ll help nominee Moran or Deeds and all the delegates. I’m sure he’ll work as hard as he expects Moran and Deeds to work for him. Obviously, politicians don’t like to talk about what happens if they lose. But it sure would be nice for McAuliffe to state his fundraising prowess will be available for Moran or Deeds if they win the Democratic nomination. He could do worse Jules Crittenden offers his thoughts on the upcoming Supreme Court vacancy. His case for the Donald as the Justice. The guy’s like freakin’ Solomon. OK, sort of a low-budget, Cheese Whiz, weird combover Solomon with an eye for nautch girls. He couldn’t possibly be worse than anyone else Obama will nominate. And as this sage decision shows, he’s a uniter, finding what we have in common, splitting the baby without axing the babe. Is it Adam vs. Danny? Most of this American Idol season, it's looked like Adam and Danny would be the two finalists. Tonight we find out. Dialidol.com has Adam first, Kris second and Danny third in tracking busy signals, but all numbers are within the margin of error - all three could be first or last. Votefortheworst.com hopes to push Danny to the final. David Shuster needs to read the rules Checking out National Review's Media blog, I found this tweet from David Shuster. Can't we just do away with these stupid beauty pageants? I'm anchoring 11am - 1pm today and sitting in for CM on Hardball tonight at 5p/7p. Guess he hasn't heard about the rules. Pretty girls draw an audience. Having an audience draws advertisers. Advertisers pay money for commercials. The money pays to keep David Shuster in snacks and hair gel. New on the net Some familiar faces have started a new politically focused blog, StrictlyVa. I've added it to my blog list on the sidebar. Watching your headlines Smash Mouth Politics comments on a headline he saw on the blognetnews feed. I see a headline "Jeff Frederick on Ritalin" and think somebody's breaking patient/doctor confidentiality. You can't have healthcare reform with those kind of headlines. And there probably isn't a medication strong enough to settle down some Democrats to make them respectable. Watch California Next Tuesday, Californians will go to the polls to try and fix the state's budget problems. Hugh Hewitt thinks this time, the voters will say no to more taxes. And no amount of crying wolf seems to be working for the state. "Shrill" doesn't begin to describe the campaign designed to stampede the Golden State electorate. The latest ad has a weary, soot-covered fire-fighter urging a yes vote on the tax hike. The message is clear: Vote no and your homes will burn down. Guess the voters will take their chances with the wolf. h/t From On High blog. Carrie Prejean keeps her crown Donald Trump and Carrie Prejean just held their press conference, and she will stay Miss California USA. In her statement, she told about her grandfather fighting with General Patton at the Battle of the Bulge. That will teach you fighting spirit. Tough night on the TV, watching 24 and trying to follow the Caps' game. It's 2-2 when the show begins. Commercial break, and it's 3-2 Penguins. Next commercial break, it's 4-3 Caps. How did that happen? Then it's 4-4 and going to overtime. The bioweapon on 24 has been dealt with. What are they going to do the last two hours. 24 ends and the Caps are celebrating. I hope they don't play next Monday. It's the two-hour 24 finale. Trickle down linky-love Checking my sitemeter today, I found a few hits from the Washington Post's Virginia Politics blog. They linked me on their Around the Web blog roll. It's cool to be noticed. But I like linking the Other McCain, who worked at the Washington Times. Will he still offer linky-love to me now that my blog has been noticed by a nemesis of his? Guess we'll just have to tune-in (and keeping hitting the site) tomorrow. Bob McDonnell's ad is up. Blue Virginia isn't really happy with it, but he's not the target audience anyway. Warm and fuzzy is what McDonnell needs at this point in the election cycle. Melvin Perkins' law Ace of Spades seems upset about this new Maryland law, extending hate crimes legislation to protect homeless people. It reminds me of Maryland's most famous homeless person. In the 1970s, my house was part of the Maryland sixth congressional district. Our congressman, Democrat Goodloe Byron, died of a heart attack a month before the election. Who was the Republican opposing him? A homeless guy named Melvin Perkins. Somehow, Perkins was the only person to put his name on the Republican side. Don't think anybody realized who he was until Byron died. The Democrats put Byron's wife Beverly on the ballot and she went on to serve 14 years in Congress. Not before Perkins got the bum's rush from Congress when he protested the election result. Nowadays, would Maryland have to seat Perkins to avoid a hate crime? Bipartisan agreement Raising Moran has great insight today. I totally agree. A McAuliffe win in June = McDonnell win in November. UPDATE: Welcome Kos readers and thanks Eddie for the link. T-Mac provides so many points of attack, and I listed three here. John Edwards farewell tour If we never hear John Edwards' name again, it will be a great thing for our country. Until that day comes, Slate's Mickey Kaus is on the case. Asking what the staffers knew and what they planned to do about it. And focusing on Mrs. Edwards' role in all this. More on Wanda I like Deadlinehollywooddaily.com for its show biz analysis, especially on weekend box office numbers. Nikki Finke analysizes Wanda Sykes performance and finds it wanting. But I do think her overall performance was inappropriate for the room, and I say that as a liberal Democrat. h/t Instapundit Raising a stink So some people are bothered by Wanda Sykes' remarks at Saturday's dinner. Don't they remember she played a skunk in "Over the Hedge" in 2006? On Powell vs. Limbaugh For those wondering how Vice President Dick Cheney can choose Rush Limbaugh over Colin Powell, remember back to late 2003. Where did the Valerie Plame/CIA leak originate? Colin Powell's office, with deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage giving the name to Robert Novak. So instead of embroiling the administration in several years of distraction of who said what, Powell and Armitage could have stopped it all in 2003. And whose professional life was destroyed by the whole affair? Cheney's chief of staff, Scooter Libby. Powell did some great things in his career. But in looking to revive the Republican Party, you can do better following Limbaugh than Powell. Tracker poll Interesting post over at VBDems but I don't think they get the real message. If Bob McDonnell's video tracker is filming Terry McAuliffe but skips Brian Moran's visit, maybe that means Moran is toast. Why follow the candidate who's not going to win? Use your resources on the real November opposition. This may be a better predicter than any of the public polls being released. It would be nice for Moran to threaten McAuliffe the next month. McDonnell can use whatever attacks Moran says in his opposition research, and in the fall use advertisements like "Brian Moran agrees with Bob McDonnell about ..." UPDATE: Welcome readers from Washington Post.com. If you'd like, check out why I pick T-Mac to lose in November. Star Trek and economy Instapundit points to an interesting post on Volokh Conspiracy - how did the world of Star Trek become a world without money. Remember, the problems with a socialist economy and Captain Kirk's problems are the same - Klingons (cling-ons). Kennedy news from London Need a shot of gossip about Ted Kennedy's family? The Times of London reports what it's heard about family squabbling about his Senate seat. Take it for what it's worth. It would be nice to ask Massachusetts voters what they would like to do with the seat. Idol rewind I always like Josh Gracin, the Marine who sang on American Idol. I also liked the title of this song "I Want to Live." Thanks, bro What does Brian Moran think of older brother Jim's column in today's Washington Post? 1. Good idea. We need to do the right thing. 2. Could you talk about this after June 9th? "Moran - Let's try Gitmo detainees here" isn't the kind of headlines I'm looking for right now. 3. Terry McAuliffe has a choice of residences. Let's try one of his other ones. Steyn moving mountains Mark Steyn discusses the hard trek ahead for conservatism, but marvels that 46 percent of the people voted for John McCain despite all the troubles. All things considered, the resilience of American conservatism is one of the most remarkable features of contemporary Western politics. It's up against significant members of its own party. It's up against a media for whom the Democrat positions are the default positions on almost anything that matters. And in conclusion: But, when the going gets tough, you don't, as Gen. Powell advises, "move toward the center." You move the center toward you, as Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher did. It's harder to do it that way, but if it's a choice between more government and more taxes, or more liberty and more opportunity, I'll stick with the latter, and so should the Republican Party – however difficult it is. Unlike Colin Powell, conservatism does do mountains. How to spend your Saturday Did you know the Other McCain should top 1.5 million visits on his blog today? Which means - 1. He'll have to change his post to "How to get 1.5 million hits on your blog in less than 15 months." 2. What are you still doing here? Go visit. 3. Has Smitty posted the weekly roundup yet? Better go check. 4. Maybe there's a special prize if the person making the 1.5 millionth visit has a Speedo. You don't know unless you click. 5. Maybe he'll throw a link up for me, a little pebble in his linky-love orbit? Gotta love that trickle down linky-love. Lessons from Oprah's KFC giveaway It's been three days since pictures of angry people denied their free two-piece chicken dinner filled our TV screens. What have we learned? 1. Reuters learned nothing. Their columnist bashes KFC for even existing. Sorry guy, but KFC tastes good. 2. Who bore the brunt of unhappy customers? Was it the decision-makers, or the cashiers and managers of the stores that met the free dinner quota for the day? Whatever decisions Congress or President Obama make, they usually don't have some unhappy person yelling directly in their ear. 3. Oprah's more popular than the World Series. Taco Bell - part of the same company - has given away a free taco during at least the last two World Series, and no word of upset customers. They did limit the giveaway to one afternoon between the lunch and dinner rushes. 4. Free doesn't automatically make people grateful. It may even make them more demanding. Origins of SWAC corps Some of our local bloggers need a refresher about the history of SWAC corps. In my second week of blogging, I created SWAC corps in response to President Obama's service proposals - read our blogs and it's just like joining the Peace Corps or Americorps. I also started Iowahawk Corps on facebook at that time, and it has 158 members from across the country. As a new blogger, I only knew three other SWAC bloggers since they welcomed me in comments on my first post. That's the original SWAC corps, but it's inclusive, not exclusive. Remember, it's better to be a SWACer than a T-Macker. Flat Glenn in Boston Heard this on the radio today and had to check it out. Glenn Beck's insiders have a drawing of him called "Flat Glenn" that members had taken around the world. And a few weeks ago, flat Glenn ran in the Boston Marathon to raise money for cancer research. Second graders don't always get the niceties of flowers and such Mother's Day stuff. Going to the yard sale Spring is a great time for yard sale. Time to clean out the old junk and time for people to find treasures at a great price. Before you hold the yard sale, don't forget to check what the government has to say. This handbook will help sellers of used products identify types of potentially hazardous products that could harm children or others. CPSC’s laws and regulations apply to anyone who sells or distributes consumer products. This includes thrift stores, consignment stores, charities, and individuals holding yard sales and flea markets. I think I'll cancel the yard sale and hide in my room. Time to catch-up Legal Insurrection gives the historic of Dijongate. I don't remember Dijon mustard being on the menu at Five Guys, but I could by wrong. It used to be that NASCAR was always at Darlington Labor Day weekend. It used to be that NASCAR didn't race on Mother's Day Weekend. When they ended the first tradition, they ended the second to keep Darlington from following Rockingham and North Wilkesboro to the land of forgotten tracks. The track "Too Tough to Tame" gets to host another Saturday night race on Fox. Back in the day, I did a college internship with Baltimore's ice hockey team that was affiliated with Pittsburgh and Boston. Friday, those two teams try to even their Eastern Conference semifinal games on Versus. No ice hockey on NBC this week; they'd rather show Tiger Woods playing golf. The Players Championship is usually worth it. If you'd like to see A-Rod's return to the Yankees' lineup, MASN has coverage from Camden Yards. The Nationals are out in the desert on MASN2, where the Diamondbacks fired manager Bob Melvin Thursday. Fox Saturday afternoon and ESPN Sunday night have the Tampa Bay Rays facing the Red Sox. At this time last year, you would have thought that scheduling would never happen. The NBA continues its second round with a pair of Game 3s on ESPN Friday, and the Cavaliers visit the Hawks Saturday in prime time on ABC. LeBron or NASCAR. What's your choice? Reminds you of Spaceballs So the Washington Post finds about Bob McDonnell's TV guy. And you check out his past productions. Reminds me of the finale from Spaceballs "I am your father's brother's nephew's cousin's former roommate." "What does that make us?" "Nothing." Troglopundit delivers Troglopundit, another member of the Other McCain's mafia family, has opened his heart and blog to any and all who would like link backs. Who can resist? Poor Arlen It's been a bad week for Senator Arlen Specter, losing his promised seniority and landing 99th among 99 senators. Feeling sorry for him, Thursday they gave him a link to a free chicken dinner at KFC. Star Trek - better or worse Newsweek isn't impressed with the new movie, opening Friday. Protein Wisdom isn't impressed with the review. My boys aren't interested despite months of commercials on Nick, so I'll pass for a while. I never really got into Star Trek, just hung around the edges. I did enjoy Star Trek IV in San Francisco "Everybody remember where we parked" and First Contact. According to the timeline, First Contact is only 54 years away. At the rate the federal government is spending, that version of Earth in 2063 may be more like a documentary than science fiction. And I always enjoyed the title sequence for Enterprise. The Other McCain might like to know what Marie Osmond's lesbian daughter would think of these performances from the archives. You have to hand it to the Other McCain. He goes from "Carrie Prejean nude" to the Old Testament book of Daniel in one column. Daniel is a good book for us to remember nowadays. Just eat the right food, follow God and you'll be saved from the worst disasters. Those in power are doomed, and they can't even understand the writing on the wall. In the cereal aisle While in college, I spent a summer in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. To save money, we didn't buy the Cheerios, but instead Toasted Oats (promptly renamed Toasted Goats). Reminds me of the thoughts of David Brooks, David Frum, Colin Powell et. al. Just be more like the Democrats and you'll have a chance. I can surely see the kids passing Froot Loops with the Star Trek toy for Fruitie Tooties with a toy from the Howard the Duck movie. Republicans have a view that's something to chew on. It's not sugary-sweet empty calories. And as the years go by, the Democrats won't be able to give away all these toys. The wallet will be empty. The young generation will be paying the bill for today's budget for years to come. We owe it to them to keep the bill as low as possible. We don't wanted Toasted Oats to be the luxury meal for the Pack Mule generation. Cool column Don Surber's column discusses coal, the reason Boone County's average wage is above the national average. If you don't want coal mined via mountaintop removal, then turn off your air conditioning and elevators. But if Washington insists on banning mountaintop mining, then Washington must lead the way and cut its use of electricity by 22 percent overnight to protect our hills. We're waiting. Blue Va gets it wrong Blue Virginia lists numerous women being considered for the third Democratic pick to the Supreme Court in over 40 years. He tries to blast Ed Gillespie for saying Samuel Alito was better than any conservative woman. Don't worry. Alito's smarter than anyone on your list also. Just this time, we won't get to see a Supreme Court nominee trying to stay awake while Joe Biden asks his 13-minute question. Spreading the love around I didn't get around to printing my free KFC coupon from Oprah. So I'll settle for a free link from Troglopundit. More McArdle on Chrysler The Atlantic's Megan McArdle answers questions you might have about the Chrysler deal. And you wonder why people have worries about government controlled health care. Bad news from Japan Right up Mark Steyn's alley. Tuesday in Japan was Children's Day. Except there are fewer and fewer children there. Just 13 percent of the population is under 15, while 22.5 percent is over 65. The youngest group keeps shrinking and the oldest group is expected to continue rising. The unprecedented changes in Japan's population, fueled by low birthrates and one of the highest life expectancies in the world, are expected to strain government services and pension programs, as well as lead to labor shortages. Watching the hockey game on Versus, they showed the website for Courage for Life Foundation. An 18-year-old girl with cancer was attending thanks to the Foundation, inspired by a young man who died of cancer last summer. Check it out. Another warning Via Instapundit, Megan McArdle looks at the dangers of the government's role in the GM and Chrysler financial dealings. When the government gives money to favored constituencies--well, I don't like it, but as PJ O'Rourke says, that's basically what our government does. "It ought to be right there in the constitution: 'We the People, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and give money to jerks . . . ' " But when it starts stepping in and trying to bypass the bankruptcy rules in order to make someone else give money to jerks, that's different in magnitude, and in kind. Aftermath of a firing David Steele, formerly of the Baltimore Sun, describes being losing his job via phone call during covering the Orioles' game last Wednesday. My reporting career included a dozen free-lance articles for the Baltimore Evening Sun in 1990-91. I've been in the press box at Camden Yards - a beautifully open airy place to watch a game - along with the second place Steele lost his job - old Baltimore Memorial Stadium. Another interesting fact for me - two general sports columnists were attending an afternoon mid-week game in April. Along with a columnist/blogger, two or more sports writers and photographers. Obviously the Baltimore Sun needs to have a lot of information about the Orioles each day, but the days of multiple reporters attending the same game for the same newspaper appear near an end. My fellow Augusta County bloggers are quoting Mark Twain. I prefer Groucho Marx. I sent the club a wire stating, Please accept my resignation. I don't want to belong to any club that will accept me as a member. Comparing apples to apples The latest job approval ratings are out from Survey USA. For Governor Kaine, it's 50 percent approve and 42 percent disapprove. I went to their archives and found the May 2005 ratings. Back then, Mark Warner had 55 percent approval and 31 percent disapproval. Something to think about as this year's gubernatorial race goes along. Why Kerry wants a newspaper bailout NRO's Corner reports on Wednesday's hearing about the future of newspapers. Why is John Kerry holding this hearing? If you're a politician, who would you rather talk to? Nice newspaper people in a big office building or bloggers in their basements? We promise to pick up the papers on the floor, except when it's endorsement time. Idol from four to three Dialidol.com has Adam safe and Kris and Allison receiving the fewest votes last night. Votefortheworst.com wanted people to vote Danny last night. Looks like we're two weeks away from the expected Adam vs. Danny finale. Unlikely ally Don Surber highlights the lone vote on the D.C. council against recognizing gay marriages from other jurisdictions - Marion Barry. Barry said: “What you’ve got to understand is 98 percent of my constituents are black and we don’t have but a handful of openly gay residents. Secondly, at least 70 percent of those who express themselves to me about this are opposed to anything dealing with this issue.” Do the hustle The Other McCain blasts the Mainstream Media for lacking hustle on the Carrie Prejean picture story. But can you teach an old dog new tricks? How do most stories get into a newspaper? Somebody has a story they want to tell and they want the best megaphone. In this case, the person with pictures of Carrie thought a blog would be a better megaphone than say, the L.A. Times. As long as the pictures got publicity, why should they care who gets credit for being first. Individual reporters can hustle with their sources, so they are first on the list to get information when it's ready to go. Local newspapers publish all the local news, so when something big happens, their reporters should have it before someone swooping in from the mainstream media. Besides, there's a firehose worth of information out there, and the media can only put a trickle on their news space. They have to use filters. We don't have to use the same filter. We can search the internet and find stories that interest us, and promote them outselves if we'd like. The mainstream media used to have the biggest, and often, only megaphone. Not anymore. Going back 2000 years It was a good thing there was no internet in Biblical times. Peter could have fallen into the media trap Carrie Prejean is in. Can you imagine what would happened after Pentecost? "Hey Peter, here you are talking about Jesus being raised from the dead. But less than two months ago, you denied knowing him three times. We have an affidavit from one of the servant girls and two centurions. "Are you just doing this to advance your own career? You think you're better than the other disciples?" UPDATE: Linked on the sidebar of the Other McCain. Where do undecideds go? The latest poll of the Democratic gubernatorial candidates shows: Undecided 36% McAuliffe 30% Moran 20% Deeds 14% The T-Mac people are happy, but should they be? There's an awful lot of undecideds out there, and McAuliffe is probably the only candidate most regular voters have heard about. Maybe it's pro-McAuliffe 30% and against McAuliffe 70%. There's five weeks left. Will 40 percent be good enough to win? Probably. Can he get there? We need Dr. McCoy Chrysler says it can turn a profit in 2012. We probably need a second opinion from Dr. McCoy. Steyn on his topic Mark Steyn, along with guest-hosting for Rush Limbaugh, focuses on the rising rate of Muslim population growth in Europe and what it might mean for the future. Have someone doubt his thesis and he has an answer. Some people have numbers, but I think Steyn sees the trend. Democrat for Mountain top mining Across the border, West Virginia governor Joe Manchin sees a place for mountaintop mining - road building. West Virginia would like to build a four-lane road throughout the mountainous coalfields between Huntington and Bluefield. Years of planning and money pumped in by Senator Robert Byrd have built little bits of the road. They have found a segment where a private company will mine coal and leave behind a road bed for this project. Is this a good use of mountaintop mining, or must it be stopped all times, at all costs? More sports info I always enjoy reading the TV sports column in the newspaper. But in the last month, two of my Friday stops - Orlando and Baltimore - have been victims of budget cuts. The Baltimore guy has landed at Sports Media Journal. They provide a Friday roundup from newspapers across the country, and ought to fill my need. Enjoy your hiatus, Jeff Jeff Frederick has announced he will not try to reclaim the chairmanship of the Virginia Republican party, and he and his wife will be taking a break. Good for them. Looking back, last year was going to be a hard year for Republicans. No matter who was in charge. Hopefully this year will be better, and those in charge now know that poor results will not be tolerated. Jack Kemp roundup SWACgirl has collected a bunch of posts remembering Jack Kemp. At a time when Republicans are thinking how to grow the party, it's nice to be reminded Kemp grew the party with ideas and enthusiasm. Not by telling other parts of the coalition to be quiet. The other McCain's post on Specter and cancer reminded me of a song from the 70s. What do Democrats want? More, more, more. The fight over Specter Should the Republican party make room for people like Arlen Specter or scrape them off the bottom of their shoes? I'm scraping. Especially after this cancer answer. "If we had pursued what President Nixon declared in 1970 as the war on cancer, we would have cured many strains. I think Jack Kemp would be alive today. And that research has saved or prolonged many lives, including mine." Let's hear from a GM bond holder The Truth about Cars blog met up with a retired couple who own GM bonds as part of their retirement portfolio. Not all bondholders are high-flying New York types. For your car news I followed an instapundit link to the truth about cars website. I know where I'll be going for my car news now. Here's a take from Sunday on the continuing crisis. Some Detroiters honest-to-God believe that Chrysler and GM will repay the money “loaned” to them by the federal government. That’s a leap of faith that would have taken Evil Knievel across the Grand Canyon (proper) and on to Maui. Hey Terry, we need some help Blue Commonwealth has a nice, long post on the Wal-Mart planned across from the Wilderness battlefield outside of Fredericksburg. So Terry McAuliffe, you're talking about bringing more jobs to Virginia. Can you help Wal-Mart find a better site for this store? Because Wal-Mart doesn't build stores for kicks. It builds where there's a need for a store. It builds where people are. More jobs mean more people, and more people mean more services are needed. Wal-Mart brings in jobs. Terry, can you find a nice location for this employer of Virginians? Jobs McAuliffe will create 1. People to track his employment history. 2. People to explain Global Crossing without using the phrase "Right-wing conspiracy." 3. People to track the political connections used during his career. 4. People to explain what favors he will offer businesses to do more business in Virginia. 5. People to explain how a dealmaker from the dot-com bubble will make it through the current credit crunch. 6. People to add other jobs I may have missed. The Washington Post weighs the positives and negatives of McAuliffe's background. His father-in-law -partner in several Florida land deals - says he's a very good businessman. "He's very prescient and just has a good sense and a good instinct as to value and a sense of timing," Swann said. If he wins, will he tell Virginians what market is going to tank so we can get out before the losses mount. Celebrate and offend a feminist The Other McCain has declared this National Offend a Feminist Week. He's gotten a great response in the day since his post, and Pundit and Pundette are definitely on fire with the anthem for the week, "I enjoy being a girl." If you can follow this, thank a teacher Kausfiles posts a Los Angeles Times graphic of all the steps needed to remove a teacher from the L.A. school system. Economics in one sentence While It Won't Work is short and to the point, the Other McCain can also give longer answers to why President Obama is putting us on the wrong economic path. It helps to have a good closing sentence. You can't make capitalism work without capital, and the capital shortage is going to result in a lack of job creation. Common sense from Lucente The News Leader looks at how local governments are attacking possible budget shortfalls. Waynesboro vice mayor Frank Lucente examines the facts. "We can't be all things to all people," Lucente said. "Unlike the federal government, we can't print money, though we probably would if we could. We have to balance our budget and if we spend a dollar, we have to take it from someone." The Atlantic's economic blogger Megan McArdle takes a look at the Chrysler situation and doesn't like what she sees. Especially if the hedge funds give into the President's demonization of them. And if you were a rich people, how would you react to the news that a hedge fund manager who had a senior lien had refused to allow his claim to be treated like unsecured debt in a bankruptcy? Would you be outraged and pull your money? h/t Instapundit.com On religion and torture The Pew Forum's poll has produced plenty of shock - how can people who go to church more think torture can be justified? The breakout sample is pretty small - 174 people identified as white evangelical protestants - out of 742 surveyed. Double the sample size for both groups and let's see what happens. This is just part of the old abortion/death penalty question. "How can you be against abortion and yet for the death penalty." The easy answer is innocent life of the unborn vs. person found guilty government and a jury of his peers. In the cases of torture of Al Qaeda members, you can say we were protecting innocent life - those people at the sites where terrorist acts could happen. It shouldn't be a shocker. Lawyers to the left, lawyers to the right How about a quick bankruptcy for Chrysler? Not so fast, my friends. The only ones who are going to make money off this deal are the lawyers. If you think the government pressured your bond holder to accept less money than a normal bankruptcy, I see a lawsuit there. I'm not a lawyer, but I'm sure somewhere someone has an idea for successful litigation in this mess. From the wayback machine While doing some spring cleaning, I found a page from USA Today from November 2004. It had a story about the auto industry, so I had to check it out. The headline - Dealerships plan to cut back on auto inventory The problem - The issue stems from a fundamental business problem facing Detroit automakers. General Motors, Ford and Chrysler Group need to keep their factories running to generate enough cash to pay for their huge pension and health care obligations. Toyota and Honda can simply cut production when demand wanes rather than pile on profit-eating incentives. A few years down the road, the same problem is there. Steyn on the first 100 days Here's the routine. Get up Saturday morning and find Mark Steyn's column. Then find the sentence that distills this week's argument. The problem in the Western world is that governments are spending money faster than their citizenry or economies can generate it. Try to enjoy the rest of the weekend.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line102
__label__cc	0.549722	0.450278	Cagayan Valley Region: Household Preparedness Typhoon Ompong (Mangkhut) has had a major impact on the north of the Philippines damaging in excess of 76,000 homes in Cagayan Province (Region II... Perceptions of Disaster Resilience and Preparedness in the Philippines Learn more by filling out our contact survey! The Philippines is... Precision Health in Disaster Medicine and Global Public Health Internal Displacement in Afghanistan: New Challenges Roshni Chakraborty Tilly Alcayna The Signal Code: A Human Rights Approach to Information During Crisis Visit the Signal Code Minisite The Signal Code is the result of a six month study by the Signal Program on Human Security and Technology at the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative (HHI) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to... Negotiation with Non-State Armed Groups at the Frontlines In many of today’s frontline humanitarian environments, access is increasingly difficult to obtain and maintain, and continued engagement with non-state armed actors is an integral aspect of ensuring assistance and protection activities and advocating for compliance with international legal... Data preparedness: connecting data, decision making and humanitarian response Signal Program Standards and Ethics Series - Issue 1 Data are a central component of humanitarian response. Frequently, however, there is a disconnect between data, decision-making and response. Informed decisions need to be made in the first hours and days of an emergency, and if the... KoboToolbox’s Question Library The KoBoToolbox Question Library enables users to create, store, share and re-use validated questions across surveys. This speeds up the process of creating new forms and contributes to the standardization of survey questions. For more information, visit... Humanitarian Needs Assessment Training The Humanitarian Needs Assessment E-learning program is designed to provide an overview of the Humanitarian Needs Assessment process. The process can look very different depending on the scale of a disaster, the role of humanitarian organizations involved and the resources available to any... The Building a Better Response e-learning course provides users with a comprehensive and practical introduction to engaging with the international humanitarian architecture. The e-learning component is publicly accessible free of charge. Network Analysis of Actors Working to Support Disaster Preparedness and Resilience in the... - Any -E-LearningEventPodcastPublicationVideo - Any -DEPP External EvaluationHumanitarian Geoanalytics Research and Education ProgramNational NGO Program on Humanitarian LeadershipProgram on Infectious Disease and Humanitarian EmergenciesEducation in CrisisHLS Program on International Law and Armed ConflictNon-Communicable Diseases in Humanitarian SettingsPeace and Human Rights DataProgram on Gender, Rights and ResilienceTransitional JusticeYouth in CrisisUrbanization and Resilience ProgramSignal ProgramKoboToolbox(Big) Data ScienceCrisis Mapping and Early WarningDisasterNet - PhilippinesHong Kong Institute for Disaster Preparedness and ResponseCivilian Military EngagementProgram on Humanitarian Policy and Conflict ResearchEvaluation and Implementation ScienceATHABuilding a Better ResponseCurricular Innovation ProgramProfessional Education ProgramVulnerable PopulationsSatellite Sentinel ProjectEarthquake In HaitiHumanitarian Action SummitProgram on Humanitarian Effectiveness - Any -North AmericaSouth AmericaEuropeAfrica-Middle East & North Africa-Sub-Saharan AfricaAsiaOceania - Any -ConferenceEventLectureReceptionWorkshop Urban Humanitarian Emergencies Course: Overview Urban Humanitarian Emergencies Course: Registration Information Urban Humanitarian Emergencies Course: Topics Covered in the 2014 Course Urban Humanitarian Response and Protection It is estimated that half of the world’s population currently resides in urban areas, and this number is expected to rise to 5 billion by 2030, with the largest cities emerging in Africa and Asia. Rapid urbanization has led to increased density, overcrowding, and strain on local... Sep 2014 Urban: City Fragility and Resilience Framework Urban: GBI and Mobility in Cities Urban: RCT of Business URBAN: Recent Publication Urban: Systematic Review Urbanization - An Emerging Humanitarian Disaster This paper describes the current rates of urbanization and the developing health consequences framed as a humanitarian crisis. The authors go on to analyze the current state of knowledge and policy on urban health. They lay out the priorities for future research and work and the role for... Aug 2009 US and International Response to the conflict (2010-2013) In 2010, U.S. President Barack Obama signed the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act, dedicating U.S. support to the governments of the affected countries in central Africa, as well as the African Union (AU) and the UN. In 2011, the AU established the Regional Cooperation... usaid_-_evacuation_drill_in_central_vietnam_2.jpg usaid_-_mother_weighing_her_baby.jpg usaid_-_typhoon_bopha_relief.jpg usaid_-_washing_hands_together.jpg usaid_-_woman_-_transformer_of_pain_into_happiness.jpg Usha Periyanayagam Valerie Ann Dobiesz Dr. Valerie Dobiesz has expertise in medical education and women’s health and is collaborating on developing an assessment tool to evaluate challenges to maintaining medical education during conflict and insecurity. Dr. Dobiesz is an emergency medicine physician at the Brigham & Women’s... Valerie Neylan Dr. Vandana Sharma is Project Director for the External Evaluation of the Disasters and Emergencies Preparedness Programme at HHI and a Research Associate at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She is a public health researcher with expertise in maternal and child... Victim Participation and the Trial of Duch at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia The trial of Kaing Guek Eav, alias Duch (Case 001), at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) was the first in the history of international criminal justice in which surviving victims of alleged crimes could participate directly in international criminal proceedings as... Jan 2011 Vincenzo Bollettino Dr. Bollettino is the Director of the Program on Resilient Communities at the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative. Prior to his current appointment, Dr. Bollettino served for five years as Executive Director of the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative. Dr. Bollettino has twenty years... Vulnerable Populations Program: Intro Vulnerable Populations Program: PeacebuildingData.org Vulnerable Populations Program: People	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line106
__label__cc	0.615429	0.384571	Hiring A Blogger: The eBook Series Everything You Need to Know to Hire a Blogger Glossary List hiring-a-blogger-2 Testing our website? FILL OUT THIS SURVEY. Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. None of the information presented herein is intended or inferred to be or to be used as legal advice or as a substitute for legal advice. The statements and opinions are the expression of this site's owner, and have not been evaluated by legal professionals for accuracy, completeness, or changes in the law. HiringABlogger.com · Copyright © 2009-2017 · Terms and Conditions · Privacy Policy Need to Hire a Blogger? Learn How To: Find Bloggers to Hire Enhance Your Content Manage Your Blogger Relationship Get HiringABlogger.com Updates	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line107
__label__cc	0.70439	0.29561	Learner Portal 中文中 Search form search Search... Diploma in Foundation Studies (DFS) programme Higher Diploma Programmes Further Studies & Articulation Programme Activities Applications & Admissions Minimum Entry Requirements Definition of Non-Local Applicants Application for Mainland Applicants Alumni Referral Scheme Tuition Fees & Other Fees Scholarships, Bursaries & Sponsorships Further Studies and Career Planning Message from College Principal Academics & Senior Administration Main content start Food and Nutritional Sciences Food Health and Business Management Food and Nutritional Sciences Food Science and Safety HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NUTRITION AND FOOD MANAGEMENTTheme: Food and Nutritional Sciences Student Sharing Programme Activities Programme Code HP001 Diploma in Foundation Studies (DFS) HP209 Year 1 & 2, Higher Diploma (HD) Programme Leaflet Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) In 2021-22 academic year, local students enroll and being offered the subsidised places of this programme under the SSSDP will receive a subsidy up to HK$38,400. After deduction of the subsidy, the annual tuition fee is HK$21,600. DFS Application Code: HPDFS-NFM HD Application Code: HDNFM_FN More programme information and activities details could be found on the HKU SPACE HPSHCC Food and Nutrition Facebook page. Food and nutritional science is a fast-growing discipline devoted to the understanding of the relationships between food and human health. The food industry which is the largest industry in the world employs a significant number of food and nutritional scientists and safety officers. The Higher Diploma in Nutrition and Food Management curriculum prepares students to further continue their studies at degree level or to develop careers in the food and nutrition industries. The programme allows students to specialise in one of the following themes and provides depth and breadth of a specific area: Award Title Graduates will be awarded Higher Diploma in Nutrition and Food Management. Programme Aims and Features Provides students an in-depth knowledge of basic sciences such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry and physiology, so as to enable them to pursue degree studies in a relevant field at both local and overseas universities; Lecturers are dedicated and experienced, and some specialism courses are taught by practicing dietitians, nutritionists and professionals in the food and nutrition industry; The curriculum emphasises both the fundamental scientific knowledge of the theory and practice, as well as offers hands-on practicals in a well-equipped food and nutrition laboratory; Each student will carry out a food and nutrition related research project in the final year; Learning experiences outside the classroom includes practicum and site visits to local or overseas institutions, nutrition facilities and food companies; Graduates may continue their studies at degree level or enter the food or nutrition industries, pursue careers such as nutrition assistants, patient care assistants, food quality officers, health promotion and food safety management. Opportunities for Further Studies Programmes offered by local universities Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to Bachelor’s degree programmes in Food and Nutritional Science, Dietetics, Community Health, Biochemistry, Food Safety and Technology, Bioengineering, Exercise Science, Chemistry, Life Science, Gerontology, Health Education, Biology and Biotechnology offered by local universities (including HKU). The list below shows the UGC-funded degree offers that our graduates/ students received in the past: BSc Information Management BSc (Major in Food and Nutritional Science) BSc Community Health Practice BSc Exercise Science and Health Education BSc Natural Science BSc Public Health BA English Studies BEng Bioengineering BSc Applied Biology BSc Biomedical Sciences BSc Environmental Science and Management BA (Hons) Applied Ageing Studies and Service Management BSc (Hons) Analytical Sciences for Testing and Certification BSc (Hons) Food Safety and Technology BSc (Hons) Applied Biology with Biotechnology BSc (Hons) Applied Biology – Biotechnology Concentration The above list is not exhaustive and only shows some of the examples. Programmes offered by overseas universities Graduates are also eligible to apply for admission to Bachelor’s degree programmes in Food and Nutritional Science, Dietetics, Community Health, Biochemistry, Food Safety and Technology, Bioengineering, Exercise Science, Chemistry, Life Science, Gerontology, Health Education, Biology and Biotechnology offered by overseas universities: Part-time, 2-year, BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition^ offered locally by Ulster University (UK) in collaboration with HKU SPACE; Full-time, final-year, BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition / BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition, Ulster University (UK); Full-time, final-year, BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition, Coventry University (UK); Full-time, final-year, BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Oxford Brookes University (UK); Full-time, final-year, BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition, Sheffield Hallam University (UK); Full-time, BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition, University of Westminster (UK); Full-time, Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics / Bachelor of Nutrition Science, Queensland University of Technology (Australia) (graduates can have 1-year credit exemption). ^This is an exempted course under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualifications to which this course may lead. Graduates will have a range of career opportunities in the food, nutrition and catering industries such as health and nutrition-related commercial companies, food manufacturing, food trading, restaurants, airline caterers or institutional food service companies, school meal caterers, elderly homes, sport and health institutions, government agencies and hospitals. Press Interview Apple Daily 13 July 2014 2-year Higher Diploma Programme Obtain Level 2 or above in 5 subjects* including English Language and Chinese Language# in the HKDSE Examination, AND have obtained Level 2 or above in one of the following HKDSE subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science, Integrated Science or Technology and Living (Food Science and Technology), or equivalent; OR Hold a recognised Diploma in Foundation Studies Programme, AND have taken one of the following HKDSE subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science or Integrated Science or Technology and Living (Food Science and Technology), or equivalent; OR Hold a Diploma Yi Jin; OR Equivalent qualifications will be considered by the College. Applicants whose HKDSE results do not meet the entry requirements of the 2-year Higher Diploma Programme should apply for admission to the Diploma in Foundation Studies (DFS) programme. Diploma in Foundation Studies Programme Level 1 or above in English Language and Chinese Language#, and have taken one of the following HKDSE subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science, Integrated Science, Technology and Living (Food Science and Technology), or equivalent; AND at least 6 points+ in the best 5 subjects^;OR Have completed at least Secondary 5 and have gained in International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) or General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Grade C (or Grade 4) or above in a minimum of 5 subjects including English Language and another language subject;OR Applicants who do not possess the above academic qualifications, but are aged 21 or above and with relevant work experience will be considered on individual merit. Applicants are allowed to use not more than 2 Applied Learning (ApL) subjects in the application. The recognition of the ApL subjects is as follows: “Attained with Distinction (II)” is deemed equivalent to Level 4 or above; “Attained with Distinction (I)” is deemed equivalent to Level 3; and “Attained” is deemed equivalent to Level 2 in the HKDSE Examination. #ApL Chinese (for non-Chinese speaking students) would be accepted as an alternative Chinese Language qualification. ^ If the candidate has attempted less than 5 subjects but obtained 6 points or above, the application will still be considered. + Level 5** = 7 points; Level 5* = 6 points; Level 5 = 5 points; Level 4 = 4 points; Level 3 = 3 points; Level 2 = 2 points; Level 1 = 1 point. Effective from 2020-21 Academic Year: Diploma in Foundation Studies General English I & II College Speaking / Introduction to Intercultural Communication College Writing / Foundation English Foundations of Chinese Language* / Understanding Hong Kong Popular Culture / Multiple Intelligences and Competencies Chinese Language Enhancement* / Western Images of China General Mathematics Foundations of Chemistry Elements of Business Higher Diploma Year 1 Introduction to Academic English English for Academic Purposes I Practical Chinese* Human Physiology and Anatomy Basic Chemistry for Biological Sciences Fundamentals in Biology Introduction to Food and Nutrition The Science and Technology of Food Lifecycle Nutrition Information Technology Fundamentals / Basic Engineering Mathematics English for Academic Purposes II English for Nutritional Sciences Food Safety and Management Nutrition and Metabolism Principles of Food Chemistry Diet, Health and Disease Food Service Practice * Non-Chinese speaking students or students who have not received sufficient training in the Chinese language may apply for exemption from the Chinese course(s), and alternative courses may be assigned. Seminar of Articulations and Further Studies at Queensland University of Technology, Australia Web Publishing Policies Copyright © 2021 HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line108
__label__cc	0.593284	0.406716	Missions of the Church Presbyterian Women’s Groups Community Use of the Building Ruling Elders Mission Committee Every Member Commitment Committee The Reverend Laurena Marie Wickham Will Pastor Emeritus - Reverend Thomas T. Patterson Director of Music – Edward Martin Administrative Assistant – Debbie Massia Sexton – Vernon H. Williams Treasurer – Jana Norris Bell Choir – Chris Riorden Treasurer - Alaynna Wright Bookkeeper – Marjorie Sherman Office Greeter: Sophia Live Church Tom served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Ogdensburg for 34 years, from 1966-2000. He received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his Master’s in Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary. Under his leadership the church participated in many ecumenical endeavors, including the first ever wedding in an Ogdensburg Protestant Church where a Catholic priest participated. The church saw its endowment grow from $50,000 to $500,000 during Tom's tenure. Planned Parenthood was invited to operate within the church and later in the building next door once the church purchased that property and the building was erected. The installation of an elevator for handicapped access and the addition housing Ruth's Room were major building improvements made while Tom was pastor. Tom has been committed to the Ogdensburg community as well as the First Presbyterian Church for many years. He has served on a variety of boards including the hospital, hospital Foundation, school district, Boys and Girls Club, City Charter Commission and Hospice. He is an enthusiastic skier and loves snowy winters. He also enjoys canoeing, kayaking and living on the St. Lawrence River. He is happy to be in Ogdensburg during retirement, among many long time friends and colleagues. Between them Tom and his wife Lin have 5 children and 7 grandchildren. As seen through the eyes of an 11 year old skier this winter Tom is "awesome". A young neighbor says he is very smart and "old school" guy with life lessons to teach the young. What more could anyone ask for than that? The church is pleased that Tom and his wife Lynn have remained active in the life of the congregation, they are certainly an important part of not only this history but of the present church family. The First Presbyterian Church of Ogdensburg © 2021 Privacy policy Website Designed by C4 Computer Consulting LLC	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line110
__label__cc	0.732384	0.267616	Deep South and Delta Blues Travel Date: 07 Jul 19 Book By : 30 Jun 19 Duration : 12nights Highlights: Atlanta - Nashville - Memphis - Tupelo - Clarksdale - Natchez - Houma - New Orleans - Birmingham Other departures: Manchester - £3579, Birmingham - £3579, Bristol - £3879, Norwich - £3729, Newcastle - £3629, Edinburgh - £3629, Glasgow - £3529 Other depature dates: - 24 Aug 19 (£3419) - 7 Sept 19 (£3469) - 30 Sept 19 (£3319) - 19 Oct 19 (£3449) - 16 Nov 19 (£3269) - 4 Apr 20 (£3389) Introduction: Trace the roots of American music in the Deep South along the mighty Mississippi and experience the unique cultural landscape that gave birth to the Blues, Country and Rock-n-Roll. Days move a little slower in the South, as we pass the time with a sweet tea or Jack and Coke taking in the sights and sounds at Music Row in Nashville, on Beale Street in Memphis and along Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Savour authentic cuisine and enjoy southern hospitality as we float down the Mississippi on an included river boat cruise. Tours & Activities: - Cajun culture and cuisine - Jack Daniels Distillery tour - Two nights in Nashville - the country music capital - Two nights in Memphis plus Elvis' Graceland Mansion - Beale Street blues bars Visit Elvis' birthplace at Tupelo, Mississippi - Sell your soul at the legendary "Crossroads" - Take the Mississippi River Road to Natchez - Three nights in New Orleans - Mississippi Riverboat dinner cruise - Party on Bourbon Street - Visit Houmas House Plantations - Stay in a historic Natchez property Day 1: Depart UK Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to Atlanta. On arrival, transfer independently to your hotel for an overnight stay. Accommodation: Hotel included Meals: Paid locally Day 2: Atlanta to Nashville Heading out of Atlanta you take the road towards Nashville, stopping at Lynchburg where you can pay homage to Tennessee\'s most famous stop by enjoying a tour of the Jack Daniel\'s Whiskey Distillery for a serving of southern hospitality. From here you make your way to Nashville - the undisputed capital of country music. It is home to the famous Wildhorse Saloon and Country Music Hall of Fame, which offers the perfect opportunity to try some line dancing. Broadway is lined with honky-tonks and live music venues playing not only country, but all music genres - the perfect introduction to the Deep South. Meals paid locally Day 3: Nashville As well as its indelible country music links, Nashville is also the capital of Tennessee and the state\'s second largest city after Memphis. Situated on the banks of the Cumberland River it was established as a major river port by settlers in 1779. Your time in Nashville is free for you to enjoy indulging in your choice of the many music and entertainment options available. There are entrance fees for the various sites and shows you wish to attend however, the Grand Ole Opry is the world\'s longest running radio show and a recommended highlight. You can enjoy performances at the famous Grand Ole Opry House located 14 kilometres (9 miles) east of the city however, you should book these before arriving to avoid missing out. Meals paid locally (breakfast included) Day 4-5: Memphis Located near the Mississippi River, Memphis has a long and colourful past. Legendary forefathers such as Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters and B.B. King helped to put Beale Street on the musical map. A highlight of your stay in Memphis is an included excursion to \'Graceland\', the home of Elvis Presley, who is the biggest influence on country, blues and rock & roll music. You also have the chance to visit Sun Studio which opened in 1950 and a place where many great names have passed through. Outside of music, you may also like to pay a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum located in the former Lorraine Hotel, where Martin Luther King was assassinated or visit the Gibson guitar factory to completely immerse yourself in the fascinating musical heritage of this city. Day 6: Tupelo & Clarksdale See the humble beginnings of \'The King\' with an included visit to the birthplace of Elvis in Tupelo, Mississippi. Next it\'s onto Clarksdale to visit a plantation and learn about the rich 20th century history including the system of sharecropping and the evolution of the cotton industry. Clarksdale is also home to the legendary Crossroads at the junction of Highway 49 and the fabled Highway 61 where legend has it blues musician Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil. Within the city you\'ll find the Delta Blues Museum, a literal blues shrine of artefacts and memorabilia and actor Morgan Freeman\'s Ground Zero Blues Club. Day 7: Natchez Follow the river road south to the very first established settlement on the Mississippi River. The original capital of the Mississippi Territory, Natchez, was at the heart of the slave trade and is the birthplace of the Mississippi Riverboat. Why not go for a self-guided tour through the streets of Natchez\' historic district with over 50 antebellum homes and historic churches. Worthy of a visit is the \"Under the Hill\" area made famous by Mark Twain or explore one of the most interesting cemeteries in the South. Overnight in the historic Eola Hotel, which dates back to 1927 and offers the charm of the Old South. Accommodation: Historic property or similar included Day 8-10: Houma & New Orleans Your next stop is the major metropolis of the Deep South, New Orleans but first you make a detour via Houma for an included visit to Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. This antebellum estate was completed in 1828 and with 38 lush acres of gardens, ponds and a majestic live oak alley, Houma makes for a wonderful stop. New Orleans, otherwise known as \'the Big Easy\' is an eclectic mix of European, Creole and Cajun culture which manifests in every aspect of the architecture, cuisine and musical scene. Take in the sights and sounds of Bourbon Street, relax in the Garden District and absorb the ambience of the French Quarter, known also as \'the Quarter\'. Founded by French traders in 1718, there are many layers of history in this city, and all its many attractions combined make it one of the most visited cities in the USA. Step back in time to when life was slow and graceful and enjoy an included Mississippi riverboat dinner cruise, dining on the famous and delicious local cuisine buffet that is directly influenced by the myriad of cultures that together make up Louisiana. Your evenings in New Orleans will be easily spent as there is much to do, not least of all continuing your indulgence and appreciation of American music by enjoying some of the many live performances that take place nightly in this vibrant city. This includes the famous Preservation Hall where top-drawer jazz musicians play every evening to a small and intimate audience - but be prepared to queue! Breakfast and dinner included (riverboat dinner cruise) Day 11: Birmingham You continue east into Alabama and on to the state\'s largest city - Birmingham. This city was the primary site of the Civil Rights Movement, Birmingham, Alabama, and where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. began his campaign of civil disobedience. Day 12: Birmingham to Atlanta You have the chance to visit Birmingham's Civil Rights Institute (entrance not included) before returning to Atlanta where your journey through the music and cultural history of the Deep South ends. This modern day metropolis is known as the New York of the South and if you\'re staying on be sure to stop by Gladys Knights famous Chicken and Waffles restaurant. Meals: Breakfast included Day 13: Tour ends Depending on your departure flight time, there may be some time to enjoy some more of Atlantas many attractions before transferring independently to the airport for your return flight to the UK. • Flight from London Heathrow with Virgin Atlantic • 12 nights accommodation and meals as per itinerary • All transportation by private vehicle • Services of a professional tour leader • Free wi-fi available in your vehicle As per Itinerary	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line117
__label__wiki	0.612059	0.612059	Latina Lista: News from the Latinx perspective > Twitter Discrimination, Immigration, zNew Headline Military veterans fight immigrant haters in new social media initiative May 3, 2017, 1:54 PM 0 LatinaLista — All eyes may be on North Korea wondering if Trump will drag the nation into our most dangerous conflict abroad yet but a group of veterans are engaged in a conflict on U.S. soil that has the… BlogBeat, zNew Headline Joyce Santeliz, the mind behind #HispanicGirlsUnited Jul 22, 2015, 11:08 AM 0 By Nicole Castillo BeVisible When Joyce Santeliz started #HispanicGirlsUnited, she never imagined that it would spread as quickly as it did. The story of her hashtag has been written about widely from the Huffington Post and BuzzFeed to MIC.com… NewsMundo, zNew Headline Latin America outpaces the rest of the world in Twitter growth May 26, 2015, 4:09 PM 0 LatinaLista — While Wall Street continues to fret over the profitability of Twitter, a new study finds that the social media service is growing non-stop south of the border. According to eMarketer, Twitter’s growth in Latin America in 2015… Life Issues, zNew Headline AMBER Alert program joins Twitter creating wider net to help find missing children Jan 17, 2014, 2:18 PM 0 LatinaLista — If Amber Hagerman was alive today, she would be 26 years old. But because she was abducted on January 13, 1996, while riding her bicycle in her Arlington, Texas neighborhood, only to be found murdered two days… In honor of World Humanitarian Day, UN takes a ‘tweetful’ approach Aug 19, 2013, 2:10 PM 0 LatinaLista — The world is full of human suffering. Whether it be Syrian refugees, the ongoing starvation in Africa, or poverty in Latin America, all these crises — and more, need more than just government intervention. It’s the work… How Twitter, social media impacts Mexico’s drug war Mar 13, 2013, 10:47 AM 0 Sara Inés Calderón Más Wired Austin, Texas — Twitter, but increasingly Facebook and YouTube, are becoming essential elements to the way ordinary people in Mexico protect themselves from the war on drugs, according to experts sitting on a panel… Life Issues, Media Latina blog creates special hashtag for readers to join in election day coverage Nov 5, 2012, 4:19 PM 0 LatinaLista — There’s some good news and bad news about tomorrow’s presidential election. First, the good news: Once the voting is done and the counting is over, the nation won’t be subjected to another presidential election for another four… Mexico’s presidential election first 2 b covered via Twitter Jul 1, 2012, 10:02 AM 1 LatinaLista — While most polls show that Mexican voters flocking to the polls today in their presidential election aren’t too optimistic that things will change in their country, the rest of the world remains hopeful. Hopeful that it will be… Children, General, Global Views, Online Unique online toy drive & fundraiser bridges children’s needs in both Latin and North America Dec 29, 2009, 10:48 AM 0 LatinaLista — While December 25 is recognized as being THE day to share gifts in the United States, and around the world, there is another day that is equally important to most Latinos worldwide — Three Kings Day or… Education, General, History, Multimedia, Online, Social Media Mixing history and 21st century technology creates a Twitter feed from another era Aug 5, 2009, 9:50 AM 0 LatinaLista — Does the name John Quincy Adams sound familiar? John Q. Adams, sixth President of the United States It should. He was the sixth President of the United States. He’s also the latest President to be on Twitter… Education, General, Social Media NCLR goes viral to get the message out of who they are Jun 5, 2009, 4:01 PM 0 LatinaLista — Ever since some clueless politician had the audacity to equate the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) with the KKK, NCLR has been trying to get the message out as to what it is they exactly do….	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line134
__label__cc	0.618345	0.381655	Stay up to date with the latest industry updates from the global textile care industries. USAHospital Cooperative Laundry (HCL), with locations in Pueblo and... Country spotlight (1) Drycleaners-Æ trade secrets (51) Healthcare laundering (14) Regulation and law (2) Trade associations (4) Monday, January 18, 2021 by UKEco-laundry and drycleaning startup, Oxwash, today announced a partnership with Thrift+, a new, online charity donation service for your best old clothes. Offering super-easy... Thursday, January 14, 2021 by USA/INTERNATIONALThe America’s Best Cleaners Leadership Forums, which have taken place once a month for the past four months, have become a safe haven for any and every interested... Thursday, January 14, 2021 by UKAccording to a report on the Boutique Hotelier website on Thursday 14 January, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has turned down a request to meet with petitioners who raised more... Thursday, January 14, 2021 by UKTextile Services Association (TSA) CEO David Stevens has just issued a New Year update to the membership saying: “So much for the green shoots of recovery…However, the vaccine roll... Christeyns staff support local food bank Wednesday, January 13, 2021 by UKStaff at local hygiene chemicals manufacturer Christeyns UK helped support the Bradford Metropolitan Food Bank with donations over the festive period. Parliament’s cross party support for hospitality industry and supply chain Tuesday, January 12, 2021 by UKUKHospitality (UKH) has welcomed Monday’s debate on the hospitality industry in Parliament which, the trade body says, highlights the overwhelming support for the sector and the... Maxi-Press piles on the pressure Tuesday, January 12, 2021 by GERMANY/INTERNATIONALMaxi-Press is now producing membranes with its new, fully automatic elastomer press from Wickert Maschinenbau GmbH. The press, which was specially developed... Loyal Clean Show exhibitors can reap rate lock reward for 2022 Monday, January 11, 2021 by USA/INTERNATIONALPrevious exhibitors of The Clean Show have an opportunity to save by locking in current booth rates for the next edition until this Friday, 15 January. The next... Rinnai pledges limitless heated water for all hygiene regimes Monday, January 11, 2021 by UKRinnai continuous flow water heating units, with precision temperature control for thermal disinfection to low temperature cycles, can now deliver almost 1,000 litres per hour per unit. UKFT steps back reluctantly from representing drycleaners Friday, January 08, 2021 by UK UKFT has regretfully announced that it will no longer be able to represent the UK’s drycleaners following the loss of its largest member. CINET looks forward to a positive 2021 Friday, January 08, 2021 by INTERNATIONALCINET announced that this year it remains “strongly committed to our goal to supporting its members and the global PTC industry as a whole with providing facts and... French laundries demand more support from government Friday, January 08, 2021 by FRANCECINET reports that, according to the French textile care association L’Entretien Textile, laundry businesses with more than 50 employees are not receiving the same support... Zoom with the Guild on 20 January Thursday, January 07, 2021 by UK/INTERNATIONALKenneth Cupitt, pictured, and the Guild of Cleaners and Launderers are inviting textile care professionals to a scheduled Zoom video conference, on ‘Views on the... Sunak’s latest snub for hospitality supply chain enrages TSA Thursday, January 07, 2021 by UKThe Textile Services Association (TSA) is incandescent with fury as laundries get ready for closures in the third lockdown of the pandemic. “It has been 12 months of hell for... JSG chair Bill Shannon to retire in May Thursday, January 07, 2021 by UKJohnsons Service Group (JSG) has announced the retirement of chairman William (Bil) Shannon in May, the appointment of non-executive director/chairman John (Jock) Fyfe Lennox,... Christeyns passes on industry insights to students Tuesday, January 05, 2021 by UKLocal hygiene chemicals manufacturer Christeyns UK has been giving some first-hand advice and support to local students working on their City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma. Compass Group sells US Crothall Laundry to global investment group H.I.G Capital Tuesday, January 05, 2021 by USA TRSA, the North American association for linen rental businesses, has reported that H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm with $42 billion of equity capital... Tradelinens founder calls on Government to appoint dedicated Hospitality Minister Tuesday, January 05, 2021 by UKRobert Lancaster-Gaye, founder of Tradelinens, luxury and ethically sourced linen supplier and consultants to the hospitality industry, calls on the Government to recognise the... Injection of hope for 2021 but it is still going to be a long, hard slog Monday, January 04, 2021 by UKHappy New Year to all. Well, there is more prospect of that as we head in to 2021 with two vaccines already being pumped into UK arms and others coming on stream around the...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line135
__label__wiki	0.93578	0.93578	Western Carolina University Hunter Library Hunter Library, WCU http://www.wcu.edu/hunter-library/index.asp There are 51 included publications by Western Carolina University Hunter Library : Faculty Scholarship Celebration 2009 2009 634 Program for Western Carolina University's annual Faculty Scholarship Celebration. Faculty Scholarship Celebration 2017 2017 1199 Program for Western Carolina University's annual Faculty Scholarship Celebration. Faculty Scholarship Celebration 2019 2019 583 Program and bibliography for Western Carolina University's annual Faculty Scholarship Celebration. Hunter's Clarion, April 2011 2011 591 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, December 2014 2014 661 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Fall 2001 2001 388 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, January 2009 2009 617 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, January/February 1999 1999 272 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, July/August 1999 1999 97811 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, March/April 1999 1999 472 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, March/April 2000 2000 97811 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, May 2014 2014 558 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, May/June 1999 1999 389 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, May/June 2000 2000 1213 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, November 2009 2009 278 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, November/December 1999 1999 419 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, September/October 1999 1999 97811 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Spring 2002 2002 243 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Spring 2004 2004 97811 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Summer 2006 2006 1405 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Summer/Fall 2007 2007 388 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Hunter's Clarion, Winter 2006 2006 424 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Mountain Days: A Journal of Camping Experiences in the Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina, 1914-1938 2019 969 In 1974, Paul M. Fink published Backpacking Was the Only Way, a memoir of exploration in the Smoky Mountain backcountry that is long out of print. The basis of the book was a journal kept from 1914 to 1938, combined with evocative photographs that Fi... News and Notes Spring 2008 2008 214 Newsletter for Hunter Library at Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC Twenty Years Hunting and Fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains 2016 254 Originally published in 1926, Twenty Years Hunting and Fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains is a vivid, firsthand account of life in rural Appalachia. Samuel J. Hunnicutt was an avid and accomplished outdoorsman. He lived with his wife, Leah, and sev...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line137
__label__wiki	0.93169	0.93169	Trailer \| Home \| News \| Buy DVD \| Teacher's Guide \| Photo Gallery \| About Us Film Description: Listen to the names of New England rivers, its towns and states: Sippewissett, Skowhegan, Connecticut, Penobscot... the sounds flow like forest streams carrying a hidden story—an Indian story of America from beginning to present. Language of America takes us deep into New England's last surviving Indian places and languages, revealing a 9,000-year-old success story that's been pushed to the edge of extinction by a government that proclaims "diversity" but doesn't want to practice it with Native peoples who resist being assimilated. Meet Allen Sockabasin, singing his child into becoming a Passamaquoddy speaker; Jessie Littledoe, who against all odds, has brought back her Wampanoag language that had not been spoken for 200 years; and Ella Sekatau, who still refers to non-Indians as "the strangers" and has never forgotten the sacred Narragansett ceremonies. Language of America explores Indian language, philosophy, and community as never before. It shows how Indian words reveal an inherent connectedness between people, nature and spirit. The film bears witness to America's history of Indian human rights abuse, yet it inspires hope by promoting an understanding of diversity that accepts Native peoples’ inextricably shared history and destiny with their neighbors.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line140
__label__cc	0.518958	0.481042	MSD » News » Archived News » New administrators announced Davey Altree (left) has been named principal of Newby Elementary, replacing Dave Carlson who will retire at the end of this year. Altree previously taught fourth and fifth graders in the district, held a reading intervention position, was an instructional coach, and, most recently, held the position of new teacher mentor for the district. Altree will participate in a variety of transition activities at the school this spring. Steffanie Frost has been named director of Human Resources for the McMinnville School District, replacing Pattie Waltz who will retire from her position at the end of this year. Frost has worked in the area of Human Resources since 2007 in Yamhill Carlton School District and for Northwest Regional ESD since 2012. Frost is active in and holds a leadership position with the Oregon School Personnel Association. Waltz will assist Frost with her transition beginning this spring.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line142
__label__wiki	0.796824	0.796824	noAarchitecten 046 Lo-Reninge Town Hall Restoration and extension of a former convent to create a town hall historic context / re-use Procedure Architecture competition Client Dexia / city counsel Lo-Reninge Phase completed Date 2008 – 2011 The town of Lo-Reninge, a rural and distinctly historical place, has a good 3000 inhabitants. Visually, it is dominated by buildings in the characteristic yellow brick made from local clay. The centre of the village has since the Middle Ages been bisected by a main street with the market square on its south side. This is the site of the former sixteenth-century convent which the town council recently acquired to use as a town hall. The old convent consisted of an elongated main building on the side nearest the square and two wings at right-angles to it. Inside is a complicated maze of passages, stairs and rooms. It can be used as a town hall, but not for most public purposes. For this reason, a wing added later was replaced by an open building for the public. A new glazed corridor forms a transition between the market square, the forecourt and the garden. This is where one enters and this is where everything is linked together. The new building unfolds like one of the typical long-gable farmhouses of the polders, with living quarters, barn and stables all in a single row. Everything is built in wood to contrast with the brick outer shells of the buildings. The choice of wood as a structural material defines the atmosphere of the public area and the weight of the extended archives on the floor above is reflected in the wooden columns and distinctive beamed ceiling that plays a defining role in this small but elongated space. This good neighbour to the old convent was intended to resemble it closely, thus creating a unified whole. We examined the relationships between window and wall, wall and building, brick and brick. It is topped with a tiled roof with no gutters. We used recycled brick whose shades of colour, form and size relate to the brick of the convent. The brickwork is scintled and pointed using a traditional lime mortar. The same mortar is then applied to the bricks in a more diluted form as a wash, softening the façade and making the individual bricks less distinguishable. next: Tour & Taxis Brussels Foppensstraat 16 - 1070 Brussel T+ 32 2 503 43 82 F - 92 Langerei 18 - B 8000 Brugge T+ 32 50 44 30 73 F -71	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line154
__label__cc	0.667106	0.332894	Violet Donkin and the Scott Sanatorium by Christine Nicholls \| Apr 21, 2016 \| Christine Nicholls \| Violet Donkin and the Scott Sanatorium Last month we read about the establishment of the Scott Sanatorium outside Nairobi under the leadership of the nurse and midwife (Frances) Violet Donkin. Who was she? I mentioned her in my blog of 9 May 2012, but gave few details. She was born on 19 September 1875 in Kenilworth, Warwickshire, the second daughter of Edward Francis Donkin and Margaret Russell Wilford, who died in 1884. She was the great-great-granddaughter of General Sir Rufane Shaw Donkin (Port Elizabeth in South Africa was named after his wife, as was the Donkin Reserve there, forever a green space in the centre of the city). Violet was brought up by her grandmother Elizabeth Wilford, of 9 Church Hill, Milverton, Warwickshire. She trained as a nurse at the Royal South Hampshire Hospital and Southampton Hospital, and in 1903 qualified as a midwife with a certificate from the London Obstetrical Society. At the age of thirty-three Violet departed for British East Africa on 4 September 1908, arriving in Mombasa on 29 September. She was then recruited to head the Scott Memorial Sanatorium, an advertisement for which appeared in The Leader on 2 August 1913. The Sanatorium flourished, with Violet active in her fundraising efforts, as detailed in the local paper: The Leader – 10 October 1913 The dance given last Friday in aid of the Scott Sanatorium was a great success. The fine Railway Institute, so well equipped for dancing … Smart society was well represented, while our visitors from the provinces, at Nairobi during Race Week, largely patronised the affair. The Stewards … were indefatigable in their attention... Kitale in 1930 Should Afrikaans have been Taught in Plateau Schools? Ivory Smuggling in Mombasa Who Started Kenya’s Gold Rush in Kakamega in the 1930s? More about Frank Hall Christine Nicholls Dick Hedges Elaine Barnett Jon Arensen Judy Aldrick Only in Africa Shel Arensen	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line169
__label__wiki	0.590583	0.590583	Omagh St. Enda's GAA Naomh Éanna an Ómaigh CLG OSE 5k & 10k Play Lotto Scór Club Omagh Coach contacts 2020 Ulster Senior Football Championship 2013 Ulster Senior Hurling Championship 2013 Ulster Minor Football Championship 2013 Ulster Minor Hurling Championship 2013 Under 21 Football championship 2013 Ulster Minor Football League Group A Tain Club Hurling League 2013 Div 1A Quinns Corner Ulster Senior Football League 2013 Playoffs WIN A CAR!! OSE TV Weekly news round-up – Thurs 4th June June 4th, 2015 \| Weekly News round-up Senior Championship – St. Enda’s seniors will begin the defence of their 2014 Tyrone senior championship title in Pomeroy next Friday evening against Carrickmore in Promeroy at 8.15pm. We are calling on you to be at the game in Pomeroy to support Larry, Barry and all the players. With Moortown and Edendork playing at 6.45pm, big crowds are expected so get down early to the Main stand, group together, make plenty of noise and get behind Omagh St. Enda’s. League wins – The Seniors received a timely boost in confidence when they overcame Strabane 2-16 to 0-11 in their latest Division One league game last Saturay at Healy Park. Well done to the Reserves who also defeated Strabane 1-15 to 1-7. Guest coach – Omagh St. Enda’s would like to thank renowned coach and former Tipperary dual star – Paudie Butler – gave an action packed two-hour hurling and football coaching session to an enthusiastic group of U12 and U14 players at our Healy Park Ball Wall last Friday evening. Paudie later gave a thought-provoking talk to coaches, parents and players on the key aspects of developing skills and the love of our games. Dublin trip for Camogs – The Hurl with me programme will conclude this Saturday 6th in the Commercials club in Dublin. A party of our camogs and their parents will represent the club in a national blitz, where we will play against teams from Cork, Clare, Mayo & Down. Bus leaves Brook Street 8.20am. There will be no camogie coaching this Friday. Coaching will resume next week from 6pm to 7pm at St. Patrick’s Park. U14 Football – Commiserations to the U14 boys who were defeated last Wednesday by Carrickmore in the Championship semi final on a scoreline of 3-2 to 1-11. The U14s now play Carrickmore again in the league semi final this Thursday (tonight), in Killyclogher at 7.30pm. U14 Football Féile – Omagh St Enda’s will meet Crossmaglen once more when the U14 Boys travel to Cloghan, Monaghan on 27th June after they were invite to play in the regional Feile na nÓg competition. The boy will take part in an 8 team competition and will face the likes of Crossmaglen (Armagh), Clontarf (Dublin), Scotstown (Monaghan). U14 Hurling Féile – The countdown is now on for the All-Ireland Féile na nGael hurling tournament when St. Patrick’s GAA of Drangan, Co. Tipperary, will be hosted by the club during the weekend of 19th to 21st June. It promises to be another memorable weekend for our players and their families. Keep free Saturday 20th June for the annual summer BBQ at which our Féile guests will be special visitors. Primary Schools Cup – The St. Enda’s Primary Schools Cup 2015 will be held this Friday 5th June between 10am and 2pm at Healy Park. This year we have 9 schools competing with over 20 teams and over 200 boys and girls participating. Anyone willing to spare a few hours on Friday in any capacity please get in touch with Ciaran McDaid 07729378421. Summer Camp – The Omagh St. Enda’s Annual summer camp will take place from Monday 24th to Thursday 27th August at Healy Park. Children will have the chance to enjoy participating in Gaelic Football, Hurling, Camogie an Scór activities. More details will follow soon. Cycle – The popular St. Enda’s summer cycle is set to return in 2015 with a two-day trek from Omagh to Donegal town on the cards for September. The 90 mile journey will involve an overnight stop in Donegal town on Saturday 12th September, before returning to Omagh on Sunday 13th September via Pettigo. Just like all previous cycle events at St. Enda’s, it is open to cyclists of all abilities. Anyone wishing to take part in our weekly group cycle should meet at Fireagh Picnic area on Clanabogan Road this Sunday morning at 10.30am. Lotto – This weeks Club Lotto number (28th May) are 10, 13, 15, 18 and 23. There was no winner of the £5,000 Jackpot. 4 Draw winners of £25 each are Lorraine Crawford , Liam Grugan , Ryan Fleming & Marcella Canavan Sympathy – The Executive Committee and members of St. Enda’s GAA wish to extend their deepest sympathy to the Duffy family on the recent death of Jim. Mr Duffy, late of Colman Fold, Strabane, was the father of our former senior player Eddie and club supporters James and Patrick. He is also survived by his daughters Belinda and Jacqueline and partner Pat and pre-deceased by son Gerard-Anthony, brothers Tommy and Edward and sister May. Funeral took place on Wednesday 3rd June in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strabane. testing general Lotto Results – Thursday 6th August 2020 IMPORTANT CLUB STATEMENT Lotto Results – Thursday 2nd July 2020 Mr Dermot Groogan RIP Copyright © 2021 Omagh St. Enda's GAA	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line170
__label__cc	0.728878	0.271122	positive stage definition Positive displacement pump (PDP) is a type of pump in which a moving fluid is captured in a cavity and then discharges that fixed amount of fluid. The displacement of fluid takes place by some parts like plunger, piston, diaphragm etc. In terms of patients with very early stage HER2-positive breast cancer-meaning lymph node–negative, stage I, smaller tumors, one strategy gaining popularity is the de-escalation of therapy, so patients [are not subjected to] so much treatment and all of the toxicities that go along with that treatment. Stages of Psychosocial Development. Positive definition, explicitly stated, stipulated, or expressed: a positive acceptance of the agreement. The final stage would be the scientific-industrial society with a positive philosophy of science emerging due to advances in logical ways of thinking and scientific inquiry. Find more ways to say positive, along with related words, antonyms and example phrases at Thesaurus.com, the world's most trusted free thesaurus. positive definition: 1. full of hope and confidence, or giving cause for hope and confidence: 2. certain and without…. The metaphysical-judicial stage saw a tremendous focus on political and legal structures that emerged as society evolved, and in the scientific-industrial stage, a positive philosophy of science was emerging due to advances in logical thinking and scientific inquiry. During the theological-military stage, society held strong beliefs about supernatural beings, enslavement, and the military. See more. He argued that social experience was valuable throughout life, with each stage recognizable by the specific conflict we encounter between our psychological needs and the surrounding social environment. For example, someone who is secure may move through the stages fairly quickly or skip some altogether, while someone who is anxious or avoidant may get stuck on one of the stages. The law of three stages is an idea developed by Auguste Comte in his work The Course in Positive Philosophy.It states that society as a whole, and each particular science, develops through three mentally conceived stages: (1) the theological stage, (2) the metaphysical stage, and (3) the positive stage. Learn more. some of these pumps have expanding cavity at the suction side and a decreasing cavity at the discharge side. Another word for positive. Erik Erikson’s (1958, 1963) psychosocial development theory proposes that our personality develops through eight stages, from infancy to old age. Table 188 Palmerston North Menu, Candlewood Suites Las Vegas, National Cathedral Grounds, Sea Otter Tattoo, Lenovo Yoga 720-15ikb Keyboard Replacement, Sndt Women's University Cut Off, Biomacromolecules Impact Factor 2020, Red Baron Classic Crust Pepperoni Pizza Ingredients, Greg Koch Amp Settings, positive stage definition 2020	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line171
__label__wiki	0.834288	0.834288	Home > Websites and Coding Projects > Independent Projects > Django Apps > DeerTrees - Unified Content-Agnostic Site Structure The most recent version of the site's stylesheet did not load. Please refresh the page. DeerTrees - Unified Content-Agnostic Site Structure Posted: February 2, 2017 18:59:21 • 2177 words URL: GitHub Started: August 2012 Role: Solo Developer Tech: Django/Python Django MPTT Django MPTT Admin A categorization and tagging system is not the most inherently interesting project to write about; if it does its job well, no one really thinks about it, myself included. However, it forms the backbone of the site, and DeerTrees is the realization of a vision I had for this site as far back as 2008. Concept and History There are many different ways to structure and organize a website's content. In the world of Django, most apps lend themselves best to organization based on content type; an image gallery, a blog, a link directory, etc. And, there was a time (before Awi 4.x) when this site worked that way too. But it's never been what I really wanted. What I wanted was a structure where I could set up global categories, and all of the site's content (gallery images, written content, links, contact links, special apps, and whatever else I add later) could go anywhere throughout the site's structure. This is partly an artifact of my strong preference toward "old-school" designs/structures, but also because I wanted to make it easy to relate different types of content together. For example, if I write something about photography, I want it to be contained in the same folder as my photo gallery. If I have screenshots, links, and write-ups for a website project, I don't want to have to put them in three different parts of the site simply because they're stored in three separate modules. Plus, separation by module/app leads to redundant site structure; what sense does it make to have similar categories in multiple different apps? That may be the easy path, but it's not the best path, for visitors or site owners. A version of this system existed as far back as 2008, when Awi 2.x was running a PHP application. At that time, the site was quite a hodgepodge under the hood; a mixture of static content, a highly complex third-party image gallery (Gallery2), and several custom-written PHP modules. So, in an attempt to bring order to chaos, I added a seemingly simple set of new features to the Blackwolf Framework's CMS module (BwCMS): I programmed it to respond to all URLs that didn't already exist, with URL rewrite rules that expanded beyond the module's native /writing directory, and to determine its content handling based on file extension instead of URL path. So, instead of the usage of URL rewrite that was becoming popular at the time (a collection of variables presented as a /-delimited string, such as /app-filesystem-path/category/2007/01/item-slug/ or /app-filesystem-path/category/item-id/completely-unnecessary-slug/), I could fully emulate a static filesystem; all .htm, .txt, and .pdf URLs that didn't already exist as static files were handled by the CMS, regardless of directory path. I converted the image gallery to use a similar URL structure (/root-album-name/item-id.g2), and the end result was a system that, to visitors, seamlessly emulated the sort of integration I always wanted. Behind the scenes, I still had separate category definitions per module, but they could co-exist smoothly without issue. So, for example, /photo would normally be picked up by the CMS as a category, but if I created an actual folder with that name, that folder would be loaded for that URL. Inside that folder, I added a short PHP file that acted as a "multi-root" relay for Gallery2, which defined it as a Gallery2 URL for the Photography album. Thus, when a visitor loaded the /photo directory, they got a Gallery2 photo album instead of a BwCMS content listing. All the images had URLs like /photo/22922.g2, but a link to something like /photo/gear.htm would display the CMS content as if they were pulling from the same app/module. For such an early version of the site, with a difficult-to-modify third-party application mixed in (which was designed to be an entire separate site by itself), this was a pretty revolutionary way to integrate the various sections into a harmonious presentation. Especially since it also operated smoothly with static files (there were a few .htm files outside the CMS), and even a Wordpress installation. Since I transferred the content from Wordpress into BwCMS a few years later, this system made the URL changeover much simpler; I had set Wordpress to use the same URL structure as BwCMS (/journal/slug.htm), but only within its installation folder, and BwCMS didn't need the folder portion of the URL to load a content page. So, as soon as an entry ceased to exist in Wordpress, it seamlessly became a BwCMS page, as long as I kept the slug the same. However, in future versions of the site, I wanted to do better. I didn't want to just emulate harmonious integration into a single site-wide directory structure, I wanted the real thing. DeerTrees 1.x and 2.x DeerTrees 1.0 was the first attempt at implementing my vision for Awi 4.0 and 4.1 (the site's first Django builds) back in 2012. I went for a relatively simple implementation (centralized categories that determine their contents via reverse foreign keys), with a recursively-nested tree structure as a new feature that BwCMS lacked, and while it got the job done, it quickly became unwieldy as I added more content types. Since I had no way of knowing exactly what content types would be present in any given directory, every new content type required major modifications to the views, and separate queries per content type. I briefly experimented with using Django's Content Types module and GenericForeignKeys in DeerTrees 1.1 (part of the short-lived Awi 5.0), which caused far more problems than it solved, so for Awi 5.1 (the current build of this site), the full 2.0 rewrite of DeerTrees switched to a completely new design concept. Instead of every separate content type having a direct ForeignKey relationship to a category, I created a model called "Leaf" with basic fields needed for category-level content filtering (category foreign key, timestamps, security options). Every other model that needed to appear in a category could extend this Leaf model, which had a side benefit of reducing redundancy for those models. Then, in the views, I could just do one query (all leaves with current category as a foreign key) to get all content for the current category, regardless of type. This also made the addition of tags much simpler, since they could share a lot of their code with the categories. And, I added a built-in leaf type, Special Features, that could easily bridge the gap between the site's structure and apps that weren't integrated quite as readily; a Special Feature was simply a URL definition with a title and summary, but with all the same security/filtering, category, tag, and timestamp fields as any other leaf. So, if I had a non-Leaf app like DeerFood (my restaurant-style menu for my kitchen) that I wanted to put within the /personal/cooking/ category, I could simply create a Special Feature with menu as its slug within that category, and set the URL configuration for the app to use /personal/cooking/menu/ as its base path. DeerTrees would handle the rest, providing a link to this other app, along with breadcrumbs and other unifying features. For the views for DeerTrees 2.0, I created a list of known content types, gave them a priority ranking for the "main" and "sidebar" display regions, and added a per-leaf getattr() check to determine which content types were present in which categories/tags. It would run through a loop to assign content types to different regions on the page, usually with the pattern "main, sidebar, sidebar, main, (sidebar then main to infinity as needed)", based on which content types were the highest priority for each region, and whether a particular content type could only appear in one particular region. On top of that, each folder could set its own Content Priority to "images", "writing", or "folder description" to override the priorities in the settings file; whichever content type was set as the Content Priority would be the first choice for the first "main" region. This system was complex, but it worked quite well in most cases, and it was the first version of DeerTrees to make it to a production Awi build. DeerTrees 3.x Unfortunately, the complexity of the views in DeerTrees 2.0 made it difficult to work with. The assignment of content types to displayable regions was often difficult to predict, and even more difficult to control in a granular way. It had a built-in override to display featured items from all descendant categories if the current category had no child leaves of its own, but there was no way to force it to do this on a per-content-type basis. Adding new content types had unpredictable side effects site-wide; when Sunset was deployed, it took a lot of tweaking to re-work the priority rankings, and even then, several categories ended up with layouts that just didn't make sense (like /photo putting written content in the main display region, with no actual photos visible). Plus, there was no way to add non-leaf blocks (like the special contact links that aren't leaves, and show up on all descendant categories) to the display regions of a category/tag without hard-coding them into the view. And, of course, it was slow. DeerTrees 2.1 and 2.2 introduced several improvements to deal with some of these issues, but it just wasn't enough. DeerTrees needed a fundamental rebuild, which I started working on in January 2017. The models mostly stayed the same for DeerTrees 3.0, but with the addition of a "type" field on the leaf model, and a line in its save() method to store the name of the current class to the type field. This eliminated the need to loop over each leaf with a getattr() check per content type, yielding a significant efficiency improvement. I also replaced the Content Priority field for categories and tags with a View Type field, which gets its options from the new Block Map, forming the core of the 3.x improvements. The biggest changes in 3.0 were reflected in its settings. The list of content types split into two separate dictionaries; one for leaf objects, and one for "special" blocks, allowing me to add custom callable objects to category and tag views. This replaced the hard-coded queries for templates and contact links with a standardized interface that could be used with greater flexibility; in addition to those two blocks, I also added widgets to DeerBooks and Sunset to display featured and recent items, and an Upcoming Events widget for DeerAttend. As long as the callable object accepts two optional parameters (parent and parent type), and returns something that the associated child template can parse (or False if there's nothing to display), any callable can be added to a category or tag view this way. The other major change in the settings is the aforementioned block map. Instead of a list of blocks with priority rankings for each region, there's now a list of map definitions. Each map is a dictionary with regions as keys, and a list of blocks (content types) in priority order for each region. Each block will only be used once, so it can appear in multiple regions, and only the first one that isn't full will contain it. For example, the default map looks like this: 'default' : { 'main_left' : ['image', 'page', 'category', 'link', ], 'main_right' : ['page', 'category', 'link', 'image', ], 'sidebar' : ['contact_link', 'special_feature', 'category', 'page', 'link', ], This is much easier to predict; if a category or tag using this view contains images, pages, subcategories, and links, the images will go in main_left, the pages will go in main_right, and categories and links will go in sidebar. If there are no pages, categories will get promoted from sidebar to main_right. Contact links and special features will only appear in the sidebar, and always at the top. Combined with some improvements to standardize the way data is passed to the template, the result of this upgrade is a powerful layout system that can display all sorts of content contained within the same category or tag, in a way that's far easier to manage than anything that's come before it. The assignment of content to regions within a page is much easier to read and predict. The new system can accommodate new regions quickly and easily (such as the new main_left and main_right that allow for a vertically-split main content region). Content can be displayed in new and interesting ways, like the new subcategory thumbnails option. And, most importantly, the display of content can be fine-tuned per category and tag simply by defining a new block map. It's not often that I get to describe something as a perfect realization of my vision, but after 8 years of iterating closer and closer to it, DeerTrees is now exactly that: a perfect implementation of the way I always wanted this site to look and function. Download/Print Coding/Software Development Django Python Site History Site Infrastructure Websites Writing ©2000-2021 Natasha L. • Privacy Policy Home • Search • About • Photography • Software • Writing • Second Life (SL) • Personal • Cars • Contact Login • Settings	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line179
__label__wiki	0.84452	0.84452	Peer Mehr Ali Shah Lahore contest Huge Muslim assemblage at Lahore, venue of the contest As the appointed date approached, hundreds of Muslims belonging to all schools of religious thought (Shi’ah, Sunni, Ahl-e-Hadith, etc.) and all walks of life started arriving in Lahore from various parts of the country. Major Islamic Madressahs and centers of learning (e.g., those in Delhi, Saharanpur, Deoband, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Multan etc.) sent their representatives and even some public servants from far-flung areas took leave of absence and came to Lahore to witness the historic contest. From the other side, members of the Qadyani community also came in sizeable numbers. In a period when people as a rule took keen interest in religious matters, the participation of Hazrat Pir Meher Ali Shah (R.A) a renowned scholar and an eminent spiritual personality , along with the large group of distinguished ulama, in the historic debate which was to decide the fate of the leading imposter of the 19th / 20th century, generated unprecedented enthusiasm. Nomination of Hazrat as leader of Ulama In this moment of destiny, ulama of various shades of thought sank their traditional differences, and unanimously declared Hazrat (R.A) to be their sole spokesman and leader. They thus displayed once again that all-pervading Islamic spirit of brotherhood which has helped unify the Muslim Ummah at every critical turn of history against its common enemies, and of which no parallel can be found in any other religion or creed. The fact that the group of ulama which elected Hazrat as their undisputed leader on this occasion included many who were far senior to Hazrat - then only 42 years of age and barely in the tenth year of his mission of teaching and spiritual guidance-underscores the high esteem in which he had come to be held in the religious circles even at that early stage. Hazrat’s arrival in Lahore On leaving Golra Sharif for Lahore by train on 24th August 1900, Hazrat had two telegrams sent to Mirza at Qadian, first from Rawalpindi and then from Lala-Musa railway station situated on the rail route to Lahore. This was meant to ensure that he was duly informed about Hazrat’s expected arrival in Lahore. About 50 eminent ulama accompanied Hazrat from Golra railway station, and many more from other areas either joined him at various points en route or reached Lahore directly to join the group of welcomers. A very large gathering of people received Hazrat on his arrival to Lahore, at the railway station. They proposed to take Hazrat in a procession to the venue of the contest, but Hazrat vetoed the suggestion. Hazrat was indeed so convinced about that when Mirza finally refused to come to Lahore for the contest, Hazrat even thought of going personally to Qadian, along with a selected band of ulama, to meet Mirza in his own stronghold. He was, however, dissuaded from doing so by a majority of the Muslims, on the ground that such a course was inadvisable for various reasons. Mirza’s failure to reach Lahore Hazrat and his associates, as well as all others who had assembled in Lahore in large numbers to witness this epoch-making contest, waited for two full days, i.e. 25 and 26 August 1900, for Mirza to arrive. Meanwhile, the Qadianis kept giving assurances that Mirza Sahib’s arrival was being delayed only due to negotiations about the applicable terms and conditions, and that he would come as soon as these were finalized. However, Mirza failed to turn up. Many influential Ahmadis of the Lahori faction reportedly tried hard to induce Mirza to come to Lahore, but did not succeed. His main objection was that withdrawal of the condition of oral debate should have been announced by Hazrat personally instead of through his associate Hakim Sultan Mehmood. It was pointed out to him that withdrawal had been done so because Mirza’s own rejection of Hazrat’s suggestion for oral debate had been conveyed through the same procedure, i.e., through the associate Muhammad Ahsan Amrohi a proxy and not by Mirza personally. Nevertheless, Hazrat even then showed his readiness to withdraw his condition under his own signature provided Mirza did the same in respect of his rejection of that condition. Mirza, however, not only declined to do so but also refused point-blank to come to Lahore. According to him, the maulvis had conspired to have him assassinated under cover of engaging him in a debate to disprove his claim to prophet-hood. (In making this allegation, he conveniently ignored the fact that the contest had been arranged at his own initiative and not at the insistence of the maulvis! ) Reaction among Mirza’s followers When the Qadyani representatives eventually failed to persuade their leader to come to Lahore for the debate, a wave of dismay swept through the community. Many disillusioned Qadianis deserted the party, while some others went into despaired seclusion. Many more (e.g., Babu Ilahi Bukhsh, who had previously been a long-time and zealous Qadyani activist but had later repented and rejoined the ranks of orthodox Muslims) even published posters and pamphlets lauding Hazrat’s learning and erudition and acclaiming his victory in the contest. The diehards, however, not only refused to accept defeat but in fact declared the episode to be a resounding victory for their side. Posters were splashed all over Lahore announcing “the flight of the Pir Sahib of Golra” against the latter-day Imam (i.e., Mirza), “the crushing defeat of the maulvis and the Pir by the heavenly sign”, and “the inspired tidings of the Promised Massiah being proved correct”. All this despite the fact that the entire city was witness to the prolonged presence of Hazrat Meher Ali Shah Sahib in Lahore, and to the fact that Mirza of Qadian was refusing to come there notwithstanding repeated calls to do so. As a diversionary tactic, a delegation of the Qadyani community met Hazrat following the cancellation of the debating contest due to Mirza’s crying off, and suggested a Mubahilah (i.e., a contest of supplication to Allah between Hazrat and Mirza). According to this proposal, either of the person whose prayer was answered positively would be acknowledged as the victor. Hazrat readily accepted even this suggestion, but the Qadyani side did not pursue it further. Qadyani preachers and orators offered a variety of far-fetched rationalization to justify the course of action adopted by Mirza. Far from producing any favourable impact, however, such rationalization merely helped to make a laughing stock of these Qadyani preachers as well as their beleaguered leaders. The upshot of all this was that neither Mirza Sahib nor his party ventured to openly face the forces of truth ever again and relied instead on clandestine and underhand tactics to promote their cause. In still another poster, which was dated 25 August 1900 and was later published in the collection of his posters titled “Tabligh-e-Risalat" , Mirza indicated, with reference to Hazrat’s proposal for an oral debate, that in order to break the Pir Sahib’s false notions about his own prowess in this sphere, he had first thought of sending his friend and eminent scholar Syed Muhammad Ahsan Amrohi for such a debate. However, the latter had declined to do so because he had come to know through revelation that the Pir Sahib’s camp included people who had a habit of indulging in obscene abuses. While his earlier claims had been that he had the endorsement of Archangel Gabriel for his cause, and that “Allah would protect him from (the evil designs) the people”, he was now afraid of the Pathans of N.W.F.P. In the circumstances, Mirza said he had now himself compiled a booklet on the subject as a “gift” for Pir Meher Ali Shah, titled Tohfa-e-Golraviyah (The Golravi Gift). If and when the Pir Sahib replied to the contents of the booklet, the people would automatically come to know about their respective arguments and their answers. Mirza’s new proposal Accordingly, he sought to revive the issue once again on 15 December 1900 (4 months after the previous abortive contest) by publishing yet another poster. He said in order to settle the matter once and for all; he had been inspired by God with the fresh proposal. Under this proposal, he would, sitting in Qadian, write a commentary in chaste Arabic on the opening Surah of the Holy Quran, Al-Fateha. In this commentary, he would prove his various claims in the light of Surah alone, besides describing other truths and facts stated in Surah. Similarly Hazrat, sitting in Golra Sharif, would do the same. The two commentaries should be printed and published in book form within 70 days after 15th December 1900, so that everyone can compare them and form his judgment about their respective merits. A price of Rs.500 would be paid to Hazrat if his commentary was adjudged by three scholars to be superior to that of Mirza. The party failing to write and publish the proposed commentary within the stated period would be regarded as a liar, and no further proof for that purpose would be needed. Hazrat’s reaction to this proposal This new challenge had not the slightest impression on Hazrat Pir Meher Ali Shah Sahib (R.A). Devoted as every moment of his life was to the remembrance of Allah, spiritual contemplations, and providing guidance to knowledge thirsty humanity, fruitless activities like this had no place in a sober scheme of things. Under compulsion of circumstances, and on the insistence of other ulama, he had already spent what he thought to be more than enough attention to this matter, even disregarding the oppositions to this voiced by some Mashaikh (including Hazrat Khwaja Allah Bukhsh Sahib of Taunsa Sharif). He thus had no more time to waste on such futile exercises. While, therefore, Mirza did prepare and publish his planned commentary on Al-Fateha, under the title Ijaz-ul-Masih, (Miracle of the Massiah) within 70 days as stipulated by himself, no such thing was done by Hazrat. As expected, Mirza’s book was found, not only by scholars but even by students, to be full of glaring errors of Arabic language, grammar and diction, and replete with plagiarized ideas and content. In one place, for example the month of Ramadan had been said to consist of 70 days; at another, yowm-ud-din (Day of Judgment) was termed as the period of the Promised Massiah (Mirza himself). Because of this, the book failed to cut any ice with the concerned circles. Hazrat's book "Saif-e-Chishtiyai" In reply to Mirza’s two books, Ijaz-ul-Masih and Shams-e-Bazighah, Hazrat wrote his now-renowned book Saif-e-Chishtiyai (The Chishtia Sword), and had it distributed free of cost to the sub-continent’s ulama and mashaikh as well as among religious schools and other institutions. Saif-e-Chishtiyai further elaborated the arguments contained in Hazrat’s earlier book Shams-ul-Hidayah. In addition, it made nearly one hundred critical comments on the incorrect meaning and logic, errors of grammar, diction and idiom, plagiarisms and distortions in respect of Surah Al-Fateha (the opening Surah of the Holy Quran) as contained in Mirza’s Ijaz-ul-Masih. Similar criticism were made of the contents of Shams-e-Bazighah, in which an effort had been made by Mirza to spell out the meaning of the Kalimah (There is no god but Allah and Muhammad (P.B.U.H) is Allah’s Messenger) as demanded by Hazrat in Shams-ul-Hidayah and objections had also been raised to the various points made in that book (Ijaz-ul-Masih, written by Mirza Qadyani). In Saif-e-Chishtiyai, Hazrat had inter alia predicted that since Mirza was an impostor, he would never have the privilege of visiting Madina Munawwara and paying his respects at the tomb of the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H), which, according to a hadith was one of the things which Jesus Christ (the real Promised Massiah) was destined to do, along with the performance of Hajj, after his future descent to earth. This prediction was proved correct when Mirza died a few years later neither performing Hajj nor visiting Madina. Mirza passes way The publication of Saif-e-Chishtiyai took the sails decisively out of the Qadyani movement. It helped thousands of wavering Muslims regain firm faith in the real truth. Even many Qadianis repented and discarded Qadianism after reading the book. However, Mirza and many of his diehard followers still failed to learn any lesson. In 1907, as part of his continuing vendetta against Hazrat Pir Meher Ali Shah Sahib (R.A), Mirza made yet another of his long chain of unfulfilled predictions-one that proved to be the last that he was destined to make ever again. He predicted that Hazrat would pass away during the coming month of Jaith of the Bikrami calendar. Instead, however, he himself breathed his last during the same month of the following year! Posted by munib at 18:46 Golra Sharif Other ancestors Early Childhood and education Period of teaching and instructions Love of Allah Pir Mehr Ali shah and Ghaus e Azam Hazrat Pir Meher Ali Shah and Hazrat Shamsuddin of... Silsila-e-Chishtia Nizamiyah Silsila-e-Qadriyah Razzaqiyah Gilania Qadyani movement an introduction Founder of Qadianism Wahi Jihad Bissaif Qadyani against Muhammad(pbuh) Hazrat Pir Meher Ali Shah’s fight against Qadianism HAZRAT’S ATTITUDE VIS-À-VIS THE BRITISH GOVERNMENT... Western education and politics Hazrat’s scholarly eminence “Wahdat-ul-Wajood” and Hazrat Syedna Pir Meher Ali... Fatuhat e Makkiya Hazrat’s views on Sama Some trying moments in Hazrat’s life The great personality of Hazrat Syedna Pir Meher A... PASSING AWAY OF HAZRAT SYEDNA PIR MEHER ALI SHAH (... CONSTRUCTION OF THE MAUSOLEUM BOOKS OF HAZRAT SYEDNA PIR MEHER ALI SHAH SAHIB (R.A) SAYINGS OF HAZRAT SYEDNA PIR MEHER ALI SHAH SAHIB ... munib Dollars 2 Earn 4 Magic for Children Palmistry Guide Tajdar e Golra	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line182
__label__wiki	0.812356	0.812356	← Megaupload … fair music sales service European Parliament prepares for crucial ACTA vote → Want Justice in the UK ? £20 please! Posted on 27/06/2012 by NewsReader Suspected internet pirates will have 20 working days to appeal against allegations of copyright infringement and must pay £20 to do so, according to revised plans to enforce the UK’s Digital Economy Act. The details are contained in secondary legislation presented to Parliament and a draft code published by Ofcom. The telecoms regulator said it expected the scheme to begin in 2014. Campaigners oppose the fee saying users should be innocent until proven guilty. The Creative Industries Minister, Ed Vaizey, said: “We must ensure our creative industries can protect their investment. “They have the right to charge people to access their content if they wish, whether in the physical world or on the internet.” Three letters Under the plans users suspected of accessing or uploading illegally copied files will be sent letters from their internet service provider (ISP), delivered at least one month apart, informing them they are suspected of copyright infringement. The messages will also contain information about where to find licensed material online. Copyright owners can request details about all the accusations made against any account-holder who receives three or more letters within a 12-month period, but the user’s name will not be revealed at this stage. Rights holders wishing to chase a suspected pirate must seek a court order requiring the ISP to hand over the details. Ofcom said this additional step was designed to encourage efforts to be focused “on the most persistent alleged infringers”. Appeal fees Accused users who wish to appeal against the claims outlined in any letter must pay £20 to do so, but the revised code says only grounds specified in the act will be considered. Campaign group Consumer Focus chief executive Mike O’Connor said: “Copyright infringement is not to be condoned, but people who are innocent should not have to pay a fee to challenge accusations. “Twenty pounds may sound like a small sum, but it could deter those living on low-incomes from challenging unfair allegations.” He added the best way to reduce unnecessary appeals was for Ofcom to require a high standard of evidence from copyright holders to avoid notifications being sent out on the basis of “flimsy evidence”. Ofcom noted its revised code stated rights holders would only be able to gather evidence using measures approved by the regulator. ISPs – who must also contribute to the cost of running the scheme – will ultimately be required to take steps against repeat offenders such as limiting their broadband speed or suspending their accounts. However, Ofcom noted this would require further legislation that could only be considered after the letter scheme had been in force for a year. Even so, members of the Creative Coalition Campaign, welcomed the latest step towards implementing the copyright crackdown. “We urge ISPs to begin building their systems now and to work constructively with rights holders, Ofcom and government to get notice-sending up and running as soon as possible,” said John Smith, general secretary of the Musicians’ Union. This entry was posted in Digital Rights. Bookmark the permalink. How to disable Steam auto updates The 5 Windows 10 privacy issues you should be aware of Steam region locking games Xbox One – you might want to read this Tech News Stories	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line184
__label__cc	0.700898	0.299102	Rates & Payments Let's Get Out On The Water Guiding Northern California's Premier Trout, Steelhead, Striper, and Bass Fisheries BOOK TODAY Get updates on guided tour dates and info Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from RJ's Fly Trips. (You can unsubscribe anytime) By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: RJ's Fly Trips, 2689 Ceanothus Ave., Chico, CA, 95973, http://www.rjsflytrips.com. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact Go Fly Fishing in Northern California with Guide Ryan Johnston Guiding out here on some of the best fisheries in Northern California, it is my goal to fill your memory bank with plenty of fish tales, big and small! My twenty-four year fly fishing infatuation has given me a good idea of what it takes to be successful out there on the river, and it’s my pleasure to show you the ins and outs of some of the best destination fly water in California. If you want a stellar day on the water, I’m the man to help make it happen. “Some go to church and think about fishing, others go fishing and think about God.” – Tony Blake ryan@rjsflytrips.com Copyright © 2018 RJ’s Fly Fishing Guide - All Rights Reserved. Designed and Developed by MC2.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line188
__label__cc	0.747325	0.252675	Riding the Big Truck Tuesday, 21 June 2011 18:41 \| So, Mr Black asks can I do like a tour diary from the trip to Download, quickly I scan through the events in my mind, yes I dare say there’s probably enough that doesn’t need censored to fill a page lol And if my wife’s reading this, obviously I’m joking! Leaving the confines of East, East, East Belfast for a trip that would take me through 4 countries, across a sea of water and into the hallowed land that is Donington, I wondered what lay ahead, what, if anything would go wrong on the journey, and how the hell a near 40 year old bloke who hated the idea of camping would cope on very little sleep, lots of alcohol and whatever else the elements threw at us! Glenn picked Tom and myself up at Tom’s house, where we then headed to Portadown to pick up Terry and Simon, arriving at Terrys to discover the planned roof box wasn’t gonna go on the roof quickly called for some rethinking and repacking the car! Thankfully Glenn is an expert, and soon 5 blokes, 3 guitars, cymbals and a load of tents sleeping bags and clothes hit the road for Dublin, all in one car! So, hiccup number 1 overcome, and we made good time to Dun Laoirghe port for the crossing to Wales. Must be approximately 12 years since I was on a boat, and I still live with the mental scars of being on the old Larne Stranraer boat with my dad as it did its best to try to overturn in rough winter seas. Thankfully boats these days are a lot more comfortable and the sea was like glass, so the boat journey was pretty uneventful. Sat Nav – I’d never considered it necessary in Norn Iron, but this trip it definitely proved its worth, off the boat, postcode for DONINGTON entered and off we go! I haven’t been in Wales (country 3 of the trip) for about 30 years and I have to say the scenery as we drove through its North Coast area was stunning, different to our own but beautiful all the same. Food stop and free wifi used we continued on our way, looking impatiently at the Sat Nav estimated time of arrival of 10pm, might just make some of the headliners set we thought. Well, that was until about half an hour out of Donington a fuel I mean beer refill was required, car emptied, much alcohol and the odd food item purchased and we’re back and running, eagerly looking out for any mention of Donington or Download on the roadsigns……. Eventually we rolled into Donington to the strains of the last 3 System of a Down songs, even as we drove in around the rear “artist/media” entrance it was pretty apparent what a huge operation and organisation this festival is. Time to find our bearings and our camp site for the night, interesting thing to do as its getting dark and you’re walking in the opposite direction to everyone else lol! Group decision was made, leave everything in the car lets go get a beer and catch up with a few people! As you’re probably aware Phil Black and I went over to Twitrfest back in February, which Trucker Diablo were also playing at, and funnily enough a lot of people from that were the first ones we ran into! Dave Fens who was managing Furyon at Twitrfest got us into the Classic Rock soiree where we ran into our old mate, the now almost legendary Dom Lawson, who as well as being a journalist for Metal Hammer and Classic Rock had also played Download on the Friday night with his band Oaf! A lot of the people we knew was predominantly through Twitter, and was great to finally meet Sami from Roadrunner who I’ve been harassing for years about why not enough of their bands come to Belfast! After seeing the Madina Lake guys into a party she talked with Tom and I for a good 10 minutes before we let her go lol! The next few hours were spent drinking (but at £4.50 for a TIN of beer not too much drinking!) meeting a few more friends, making new friends and checking out the stage Trucker were going to be playing on the Sunday. The bars and tents closed at 3am, time to head towards the campsite, however the 24 hour burger/breakfast van seemed like a good place to congregate for a while with Matt from Furyon and anyone else Glenn could accost from the queue for food! Around 4am the woman in the burger van moved us on, apparently we were blocking the non existent queue……suppose sleep would be a good idea……..well it would have been if Glenn could stop talking lol! Somewhere around 5am with the sun already making its way up into the sky I fell asleep. 7.30am, as good a time as any to need a toilet visit, now where exactly are they? Toilets located, utilised, quick wash and whats the point in going back to bed? Cider for breakfast? And why not…. Troops gathered, band checked in for the festival, transport to backstage complete, a young lady called Nephalia or something shows the guys to their dressing room – a small mobile with a fridge, mirror and a large container of alcohol and water! Time for proper breakfast, as many bacon or sausage baps as you want (for your £4!) now that’s a good way to start a Sunday off. Free tattoos were available, I resisted the mid life crisis urge to get one! Lots of people milling about but nobody that jumped out at us as hugely famous. I had a bit of a walk round the dressing room area, saw a few of the signs for other bands, and of course the entrance to Linkin Park’s compound for later on, however by this time the blistering sunshine had changed to continual rain and drizzle, so chances of anyone famous walking about would be slim. Trucker were due to be collected by Nephalia around 12.10 to be taken to the stage for their appearance, so for around an hour before it everyone hung out in the dressing room, relaxing, tuning guitars, jamming. At the appointed hour Nephalia arrived, and everyone walked the couple of minutes to the backstage area, readying guitars and watching the end of Knockout Kaine’s set. At this point we realised we’d left something back in the dressing room, so I went to fetch it and on the way accosted, I mean met, Dee Snider from Twisted Sister, a quick hello, thrust a cd into his hands and recommend he visits the Pepsi Max Stage in about 20 minutes, and on I go. Item collected, and I return to the stage and the guys are sound-checking and re-arranging the drum kit. As I stand at the side of the stage and watch the activity it occurs to me a few people have arrived up the ramp, and lo and behold its only Dee Snider and family! Dee introduces everyone to his wife and daughter and the band introduce themselves, and as you’ve probably seen had a couple of great pictures taken with Dee. And then it was time……….partially due to the rain the Pepsi tent was absolutely crammed with people, but to be fair to Trucker a fair few of the front couple of rows already knew who they were through internet promotion, Classic Rock cover mag etc. Kicking off with Red Light On, followed by Not So Superstar and Rock Hallelujah, 3 songs written since The Devil Rhythm was released, might be regarded as risky by some, but the guys are super tight, the sound is superb and the crowd response is magnificent. Watching the front rows singing back Drink Beer, Destroy while beach balls were flung from one side of the audience to the other, must have been great for the guys. The short 25 min set was finished off with a quick shout out to Dee Snider who was still sidestage rocking out to the band, and then the Amazon #1 selling song Juggernaut. If you’ve seen reviews on Trucker’s facebook or on various websites, you’ll know the guys went down a storm and hopefully this is another step on the ladder upwards for them! The rest of the afternoon was spent taking gear back to the car, Tom did a couple of interviews and then actually catching a couple of bands, My Darkest Days and Starseed while catching up with other friends out in the crowd, including Stef Murray. We also saw one of the guys from GWAR getting interviewed in full GWAR kit, slightly weird! Following that, more cider, an average lunch and general hatred towards the rain we decided to join the throngs of people leaving Download who had had enough, and when we returned to our tent it was clear we’d made the correct decision, tents were soaked, items in it wet, but hey at least my box of Magners was untouched! Car loaded, goodbyes said and we were on the road looking for a hotel for the night. A short but intense visit to Download, I finally made it before I turn 40! The camping wasn’t that bad and I might even go again next year as a punter! Last Updated (Tuesday, 21 June 2011 19:10)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line190
__label__cc	0.651508	0.348492	March , April , May , June , July , October , December , 00:12 19 January +995 322 42 49 94; +995 592 22 44 44 About Us Our Brands About Georgia Feedback Borjomi - Rabat - Vardzia (1 Day) Featured Period To Visit The excursion program for a picturesque route of Tbilisi - Samtskhe-Javakheti. The first stop in Borjomi – the resort town well-known for the healing mineral water of the same name which natural source lies on our route. Further – an excursion on the unique national park of Borjomi-Haragauli known for the variety of geographical and ecological zones, landscapes, unique historical monuments, endemic flora and fauna. The Borjomi-Haragaulsky park the only national park in the Caucasus and one of the biggest in Europe. Rabat is the city in the city. This not only well-known historical place which includes fortresses, towers, churches, cells and mosques. The Rabat complex is and modern institutions which are urged to bring to tourists convenience. It both cafe and restaurants at which it is possible to enjoy local traditional dishes. It and shops in which it is possible to buy the most interesting and most beautiful souvenirs for memory of this beautiful place. Fortress Rabat is divided into two half – top and lower. In the top part of the greatest fortress tourists can visit the museum Samtskhe-Javakheti, well-known to all Georgia. The next item on the road - the unique and legendary Vardzia. This 8-story carved into the tuff rock, the monastery complex, spread out along the banks of the Kura at 900 m. Or rather, even a city with streets, tunnels and staircases. Here up to 600 buildings: houses and cells, refectory, storerooms, baths, treasuries, libraries and, of course, monasteries and temples. Latest - 15. In the center of the complex stands proudly in the main church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with unique mural paintings. An outstanding monument of Georgian architecture Vardzia - a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site A bottle of water Еntry tickets Rout On Google Maps People PAX I agree Terms & Conditions Of Site If You Couldn`t Find What You Wanted, Please Contact Us 1, I. Mosashvili st., office 4-5, 0162, Georgia, Tbilisi info@shiotravel.com © 2016 - 2021 Ltd "Shio Travel". All rights reserved. Created by HobbyStudio	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line195
__label__cc	0.544427	0.455573	Read Los Angeles Online Authors: Peter Moore Smith Copyright © 2005 by Peter Moore Smith All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer who may quote brief passages in a review. Visit our website at www.HachetteBookGroup.com First eBook Edition: June 2009 Begin reading Also by Peter Moore Smith For my mother LOOK BACK AND FEEL TERROR — COMPREHENSIVE, ABSOLUTE — like I was living through one of those familiar bytes of live violence on the news. But at the time, at that instant, I stood on the cool of the kitchen tiles in my charcoal-colored bathrobe, sipping my usual fusion of coffee and psychopharmaceuticals. I had pulled the miniblinds up, uncharacteristically, because I was searching for that cat. She had been mewling out there all night, crying like a human baby, and now, of course, the moment I decided to look for her, she was gone. It was probably the medication, but I found myself mesmerized by the unfamiliar six-in-the-morning brilliance, entranced by the sunlight glinting off the crappy sedans and SUVs in the parking lot below. The whole scene seemed so oddly calculated. Soft beams weaving over the blue and white hyacinths of the old man’s overgrown garden next door, hard gleams shimmering off the waxy leaves of his laurel tree — it was all almost too thought-out, as though devised by some cinematographic genius. In the quiet rustle of overhanging branches, I even thought I heard a director whisper, Then, shattering my reverie, the phone rang. I had been expecting a call, actually, from my father’s lawyer’s office because there had been a problem with one of my credit cards at the Vons the other day, and I had left a message with one of the assistants to sort it out. My only thought when I picked up was, why would they call so early? “Hello?” I answered. She said my name. It was her, it was Angela, there was no doubt about it. Unlike that cat, Angela had been absent all night. I had stayed awake long past the hour she usually came over, then grown bored of waiting and had used the free time to rewrite a few pages of my screenplay before taking a couple of Restorils and crawling off to bed. Right now I replaced the phone in its cradle, thinking she would call back any second. She probably wanted to explain where she had been last night, I told myself, and had been cut off, that’s all. I looked out the window again. A man I had never seen before walked from my building to his car. He removed his gray suit jacket and laid it neatly over the passenger seat before starting his old Honda and driving away. I tried to imagine the office he worked in — a desk, a computer, a coffee mug filled with pencils, maybe even a potted plant, its tendrils curling. Then too much time passed, too many blue minutes on the blue digital clock of the coffeemaker. This wasn’t right, I kept thinking. She should have called back by now. I picked up again, punched star-69 and listened to the smooth electronic voice of, the computerized operator tell me the number of the last call that had come through. I was instructing myself not to freak out. The whole time I was thinking, Stay calm, stay focused. I wrote Angela’s cell number down on an old unfilled prescription slip and dialed it immediately, listening to those five impersonal rings before her own recorded message said, “Hi, it’s me.” She was too cheerful, too sincere. It was an answering-machine answer and didn’t capture her personality at all. “Leave a message, I’ll call you back.” This made no sense. If Angela had just called from her cell, why wasn’t she answering it now? I replaced the cordless in its cradle once again and picked up my coffee mug, taking that final, gritty sip. I lowered the miniblinds. I pressed my ear to the wall between our apartments. I walked out into the hallway and knocked on her door, even though I knew there would be no answer. I considered the way she had said my name, that tone in her voice, and waited a fraction less calmly. With every passing second I became a fraction less calm. I dialed her number again, this time leaving my own message. “It’s me,” I said, trying to make my voice sound unconcerned. “What did you want, anyway?” But since I hadn’t spoken to anyone all morning, it came out broken. I let ten more minutes pass, then called again. “Is everything all right?” I asked the telephone, much more clearly this time. “Angela, what the fuck is going on?” I hung up. “A woman,” I said less than a minute later, “my neighbor.” This time I had dialed 911. I knew it was alarmist, but I was starting to panic. “What about her, sir?” “Something’s happened. She’s afraid.” I gave the emergency operator Angela’s address; except for her apartment number, it was the same as mine. “What is she afraid of?” “I don’t know,” I blurted. “She called… she called from the dark. It was in the tone of her voice. It was unmistakably the voice of a person calling from the dark.” “From the dark?” I stepped out of the kitchen. “From the dark.” I had an image of Angela. She was inside a closet, under a bed, deep inside a thicket of bushes. She was hiding, terrified, in danger. I was agitated, I admit, becoming increasingly irrational. “Did she say something was wrong?” “Not in so many words.” There was a pause, then the sound of hard fingernails typing on a computer keyboard. I thought I detected the sound of disbelief, too, that telltale sigh of skepticism. “Can you send someone over?” The light, if you’ve ever noticed, does things to the human voice. In bright light, people tend to speak through their teeth, unless their eyes are closed, which causes them to speak softly. In midafternoon light, people speak normally, their voices originating from inside their throats. As the light fades into evening, the human voice fades with it. Alcohol, I’ve noticed, can keep a voice bright and strong as the light disappears. In evening darkness, as the eyes become accustomed to moonlight or artificial incandescence, the voice grows quieter, steadier, more intimate; in total darkness, in complete black, the voice is often just a whisper. Try it. Close your eyes and speak: A loud voice in the dark is as unnatural as a scream. When Angela called and said my name, her voice was barely a voice at all, but it contained everything — confusion, panic, fear. Inside it was everything I needed to hear. Weeks before, a couple of months before, I’m still not clear on what day this was, obviously, but at some uncertain point in time, there was a soft, uncertain knock. It was early evening, dinnertime for most people, morning for me. I looked through the peephole and saw a blurred, convex image of a pretty young woman holding a bright orange casserole dish, her hands inside two floral pot holders. I had the idea that she was on some sort of evangelical mission, so when I opened the door, I gave her my iciest smile. I expected a reaction. I expected, at least, a look of mild apprehension. But she just stood there, paralyzed. The light in the hallway was blue fluorescent, a grim, impoverished glow containing only the cold end of the spectrum, and far too bright for these pale irises. I squinted automatically, raising a hand to my forehead, and waited impatiently for her to say something. A black girl in her late twenties, relatively tall, with long straightened hair colored an unnatural reddish blond, she wore jeans, a Guns N’ Roses T-shirt. Her feet were bare, her toenails painted a glittery green metallic. Oddly, her eyes were cobalt, azure, robin’s egg — a shade of blue I didn’t know human eyes came in. A good five seconds passed. “I’m so sorry,” she said finally. And something peculiar was developing in those eyes, too, something I didn’t expect. “I didn’t mean…” My own eyes, I should mention, are the color of Caucasian infant flesh. My skin is marble-veined, ivory, translucent. My hair is snowy white, aluminum, a shock of fiber optics. I am white, white, all white, even my eyelashes are white, and what isn’t white is stark pink. I am, if you haven’t guessed already, an albino. “It’s all right,” I said. “I know you didn’t mean anything.” I had to clear my throat because I hadn’t spoken to anyone in days. “It surprises people sometimes, that’s all.” I forced what I hoped was a warmer smile onto my lips. “My appearance.” There was something else about this woman, something genuinely… not contrite, exactly, or even apologetic — her expression had gone from stunned to understanding almost instantly, like water pouring into a glass — kind, I guess is the word. “I’m Angela?” she said as if it were a question. “I just moved in down the hall?” A scent of spices rose from the casserole dish, something mouthwatering I didn’t recognize. Covertly I inhaled, straining to identify it. “I heard you,” I said. “I mean, yesterday I heard the truck outside.” There had been the wheezing of air brakes, a couple of moving men shouting to one another in the stairwell. “I hope the noise didn’t bother you.” I shrugged. “I sleep during the day.” “Me, too!” she exclaimed. “I sleep during the day, too!” It was as though we had something so incredibly uncommon in common, as though we were the only two human beings in West Hollywood who stay awake all night. Then her face filled with realization, with that look of kindness again. “I’m really sorry.” Her voice was slightly raspy, permanently damaged. As if a low volume now would prevent her from disturbing me then, she let it drop to just above a whisper. “Did I wake you?” I suddenly became aware of my frayed bathrobe, the chalky skin beneath it. I pulled it closer across my chest, tightening the belt. “It doesn’t matter. I’m not going anywhere.” I wasn’t adequately medicated at the moment, having just gotten out of bed, and was becoming more and more self-conscious, wary of a strange emotion I hadn’t experienced in a long time. She inched forward, those intense blue eyes growing wider, and somehow bluer. “I always think it’s nice, you know, when I move somewhere new, to make something special for my neighbors, especially my next-door neighbor.” She laughed, maybe a little too cheerfully. “You know what I mean? It’s sort of like an apology in advance. But maybe, maybe I already owe you one for the noise. Anyway,” she added, “I made lamb stew. If you’re —” I didn’t bother to hide my amazement. “Holy shit.” “— a vegetarian, I can always —” “No,” I said. “No, no.” “Well…” She held out the casserole, eyebrows lifted. “I hope you like it.” I took the bright dish and floral mitts into my hands, an awkward exchange because we had to do it — because we were strangers — without touching. “My mother used to make lamb stew,” I confessed. There was another lull in the action, as though a piece of dialogue had been cut from the script. We stood there silently, regarding one another, waiting, awkwardly smiling. Finally, I offered her one of those I-have-to-go-now head jerks, as if something desperately important awaited me inside my apartment. “Um…” She bit her lip. “Aren’t you going to tell me Now it was my turn to hesitate. My name. This is always embarrassing, but around the time I was born, my father worked on various films as a kind of associate producer, procuring actors, securing locations, setting up meetings. It was, it continues to be, his greatest talent. In the movie Barbarella, on which he worked for Dino De Laurentiis in this capacity, there is an absurd character with white hair and white-feathered wings whose name is Pygar the Angel. And my parents, under the psychedelic influence of the era, so the story goes, named me after him. I should be thankful; I could be named Pygar. I had to force myself to tell her, but when I did, her whole body seemed to brighten. “What are the chances?” she asked. “The chances of what?” and you’re I hadn’t noticed the similarity at all, to tell the truth. Besides, I imagined the chances were relatively high — they’re just names. But it didn’t matter anymore, because at that moment, the woman who had told me her name was Angela turned around and vanished into her own apartment, her swiftly closing door forcing an artificial breeze down the corridor. Where Death Delights by Bernard Knight Don't Leave Me by James Scott Bell Unfriended by Katie Finn The Wedding Gift by Lucy Kevin Hanging Curve by Dani Amore A KeyHolder's Handbook by Green, Georgia Ivey Baiting Ben by Amber Kell Tainted Blood: A Generation V Novel by M.L. Brennan Barbara the Slut and Other People by Lauren Holmes Captain Corelli's mandolin by Louis De Bernières	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line199
__label__wiki	0.81686	0.81686	Reds Content Plus For passionate Cincinnati Reds fans Support RC+ Stat Glossary by Matt Wilkes Reds 2020 Statcast Superlatives – Pitchers Before we officially focus on 2021, we’re looking back at some impressive feats by Reds players in 2020. Earlier this week, we looked back at some of the best (and worst) moments at the plate, as captured by Statcast. Now, it’s time for the pitchers! Fastest Pitch Michael Lorenzen: 100.5 mph, four-seam fastball Prior to spring training, Michael Lorenzen stated his goal was to hit 103 mph with his fastball. He was clearly shooting for that goal early in the season, peaking at 100.5 mph in the third game of the season. The desire to throw harder potentially messed with his command, as Lorenzen wasn’t himself in the early going. We can clearly see catcher Curt Casali wanted this ball up in the zone to put Miguel Cabrera away, an ideal location for a high-spin four-seamer, but Lorenzen missed his spot badly in the middle of the plate and the pitch was fouled away. Despite being behind 1-2, this at-bat eventually ended in a walk for Cabrera. Lorenzen took some heat off his fastball following his disastrous start to the season, which helped him right the ship as the year moved along. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/42849773-b2e1-490b-a4c6-94a8e1ade1d4-1.mp4 Slowest Pitch Matt Davidson: 63.4 mph, “changeup” In a blowout loss, infielder Matt Davidson — who previously attempted to become a two-way player a la Lorenzen — took the mound for mop-up duty. As expected, it wasn’t pretty. He allowed a two-run home run and delivered this ugly offering, the slowest pitch of the season. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/6a9a2e2f-aca1-465f-ad76-2f4ce7dd6035.mp4 Slowest Pitch by a Pitcher Wade Miley: 69.2 mph, curveball If we’re talking actual pitchers, Wade Miley threw the slowest pitch of the season. The southpaw’s first inning as a Red didn’t go as planned — which the scoreboard indicates — but he ended it with a slow curveball in the dirt that fooled Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner badly. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2e1ab252-2497-490f-a7ae-7a14e806d93d.mp4 Fastest Strikeout Pitch Luis Castillo: 98.5 mph, four-seam fastball Is anyone surprised? Only three starting pitchers (Dustin May, Jacob deGrom, and Sixto Sanchez) averaged more velocity on their four-seam fastballs in 2020 than Castillo (97.4 mph) — velocity the Reds hadn’t seen from the right-hander since his rookie year in 2017. Following a league-wide trend, Castillo focused on throwing his four-seamer up in the strike zone more frequently in 2020, and to great success. He posted a career-best (and elite) 37.2% whiff rate on the pitch, an increase of nearly 10 percentage points year over year. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/5c07058c-cb63-492b-b5d1-01746b8dd0c4.mp4 Slowest Strikeout Pitch Matt Davidson: 68.7 mph, curveball It was hard to envision Matt Davidson appearing twice in this piece, but here we are. In his first of three pitching appearances on the season, he recorded his only strikeout on an impressive backdoor curveball. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/f68a3e46-9ff4-467e-8143-386a0c5d397a.mp4 Highest Spin Sonny Gray: 3,590 rpm, two-seam fastball With strikeouts at an all-time high, not many of them are particularly memorable. But even though this one was over four months ago, it still stands out. Sonny Gray has long been known for spinning the ball; however, his breaking pitches are normally what he — and any pitcher — spins best. In this at-bat against Middletown’s own Kyle Schwarber, Gray put absurd spin on his two-seamer. For reference, his two-seamer has averaged 2,284 rpm during his career. It’s possible this particular instance was a Statcast error, but regardless, it’s a pitch worth revisiting. In a 2-2 count, Tucker Barnhart sets up inside and calls for the two-seamer against a lefty, bucking Gray’s usual trend of throwing a breaking ball with two strikes. This was a bold call. A front-door fastball requires impeccable command, and few pitchers can execute it consistently. Gray did it perfectly here (and several more times throughout the season). Schwarber gives up on the pitch early, clearly expecting it to be a ball inside — only to watch it tail back over the corner of the plate for a called third strike. Notice how Barnhart barely had to move his glove after setting up the initial target. This is certainly in the running for the best pitch any Reds hurler threw in 2020. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/5bdeac97-35bf-4d84-a40d-5cc758bfee4f.mp4 Lowest Spin Luis Castillo: 702 rpm, four-seam fastball As opposed to a high-spin fastball, a low-spin heater will drop more. Typically, a low spin rate is ideal for a sinker rather than a four-seamer. And naturally, a low-spin fastball is more effective down in the zone. Regardless, Castillo got by a low-spin four-seamer up in the zone here. When you throw 97 mph, sometimes that can make up for mistakes in command. Casali sets up low in the zone, likely just looking to get a fastball over the plate to run the count full. But Castillo misses the spot badly. Thanks to his velocity, Castillo still managed to blow the fastball by the hitter and get a swing underneath the ball as if it was a high-spin fastball. It probably helped that it was the No. 9 hitter with a career 81 wRC+. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/08e1074e-65a2-41a1-95ed-d5a9fa47bb94.mp4 Highest Whiff Rate by Pitch Amir Garrett’s slider: 57.1% While there were many strong contenders for this nod, Amir Garrett and his sweeping slider come out on top. Hitters just simply couldn’t touch his slider in 2020, whiffing more than half the time they swung at the offering. Only four pitchers with at least 50 swings on their sliders had a higher whiff rate. With a weapon that dangerous, why not throw it 55% of the time? Now that Raisel Iglesias is a member of the Angels, Garrett will pick up even more high-leverage innings in 2021. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/44e9f6f8-185a-4485-8cd0-161c70f1914c.mp4 Lowest Hard-Hit Rate by Pitch Luis Castillo’s changeup: 23.1% You knew this pitch would show up eventually. While the changeup wasn’t quite as spectacular for Castillo in 2020 as it was in 2019, it was still one of the best in the game. Not only do hitters have trouble putting it into play in the first place (40% whiff rate), but they rarely make quality contact. They averaged an exit velocity of just 82.5 mph and 55% of their batted balls were hit on the ground. Here’s a nice example of that, with a nifty defensive recovery by Castillo to cap off a complete game. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/8e6a2a84-e3e8-40a5-be1e-758848f8bfb3.mp4 Highest O-Swing% by Pitch Robert Stephenson’s slider: 37.9% Suffice to say the 2020 season didn’t go as expected for former Red Robert Stephenson, whether due to his back injury, poor fastball command, or both. But his slider still flashed as a special pitch. He maintained a 48% whiff rate with the breaking ball, thanks in large part to its propensity for getting hitters to chase it outside the strike zone. He’ll look to bounce back with the Rockies in 2021. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2a6b32ec-6fa3-4d91-8b7d-7a221c31ab36.mp4 Best Slider Movement Sonny Gray: 10 inches of break above average We could go through the best movement for each pitch, but let’s focus on the most aesthetically pleasing type of pitches: breaking balls. First up, the slider. Gray’s is one of the best in the game, and the center field camera angle in Miller Park gives us a perfect view of its ridiculous movement. Gray averaged 16.8 inches of horizontal movement on his slider, 10.0 inches higher than average for pitchers with similar velocities and arm angles. That was the best mark in MLB. Enjoy. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/4281e1e8-b053-4cd0-8448-78029a06991c.mp4 Best Curveball Movement Trevor Bauer: 11.0 inches of drop above average You didn’t think we’d get through the whole list without at least one appearance by the Reds’ first Cy Young winner, did you? While he gives Gray a run for his money on slider movement, he takes the cake on the curve. No pitcher in baseball got more vertical movement vs. average than Bauer in 2020. Here, former NL MVP Christian Yelich had no chance against it. (Another shoutout to Miller Park for having much a better camera angle than GABP.) https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/b5a25387-df14-416c-b22a-c9d163c25d3d.mp4 Highest Pitch Wade Miley: 6.42 feet Even the best pitchers in the world will have the ball get away from them every so often. Now, with Statcast, we can see which pitches were the worst of the worst! Congrats to Miley on tossing the highest pitch of the year, throwing this four-seam fastball nearly 6-and-a-half feet above home plate. Also, nice hops from Barnhart. https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/7d9c65cd-6feb-4594-9f81-ecf532b38b1d.mp4 Lowest Pitch Tejay Antone: -2.63 feet Behind increased velocity and a pair of dazzling breaking pitches, Tejay Antone burst on the scene in 2020 with a fantastic rookie season. This breaking ball slipped out of his hand, though, landing well in front of home plate and requiring another nifty play from Barnhart to prevent the wild pitch. This is why Barnhart is one of the best blockers in the game and won his second Gold Glove award in 2020. (Clarification on the “negative” number: Statcast considers 0 to be the ground at home plate. So, if the ball could physically go under home plate, Statcast projects that it would’ve crossed 2.63 feet under the plate.) https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.179/hbu.fac.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2352f1aa-d5f3-45e6-ba4a-dadcb4cef404.mp4 Featured Image: https://twitter.com/Reds/status/1151557285388464128 Amir GarrettLuis CastilloMatt DavidsonMichael LorenzenRobert StephensonSonny GrayTejay AntoneTrevor BauerTyler MahleWade Miley By Matt Wilkes No Comments Matt Wilkes Matt Wilkes got hooked on Reds baseball after attending his first game in Cinergy Field at 6 years old, and he hasn’t looked back. As a kid, he was often found imitating his favorite players — Ken Griffey Jr., Adam Dunn, Sean Casey, and Austin Kearns — in the backyard. When he finally went inside, he was leading the Reds to 162-0 seasons in MVP Baseball 2005 or keeping stats for whatever game was on TV. He started writing about baseball in 2014 and has become fascinated by analytics and all the new data in the game. Matt is also a graduate of The Ohio State University and currently lives in Columbus. Follow him on Twitter at @_MattWilkes. RC+ Preview: Reds go for series win over Cardinals RC+ Preview: Reds vs. Cubs (August 10) Jesse Winker’s 2-HR game helps Reds snap losing streak Reds Content Plus is a site for passionate fans of the Cincinnati Reds. Our staff of independent writers covers the performance of Reds players and the strategies of the Reds manager and front office. Our content builds on what you’ll find at other Reds fan sites. What separates RC+ is our use of (and explaining) advanced statistical measures. Whether it’s a sacrifice bunt, intentional walk, stolen base, bullpen use, pinch hitting or pulling the starting pitcher, we’ll dig into the numbers. If you want to support us, check out our Support Page. An updated look at Reds shortstop targets By Kyle Berger Meet Art Warren By Steve Mancuso Reds 2020 Statcast Superlatives – Hitters Reds sign RP Edgar Garcia to split big-league deal Reds claim catcher Deivy Grullón A closer look at new Reds OF Scott Heineman The Reds have saved money, but they’ll end up paying for their impatience Getting to know Noé Ramirez Raisel Iglesias traded to Angels By David Kelley Subscribe to RC+ via Email	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line200
__label__wiki	0.600086	0.600086	Division of Student Affairs Newsletter Reflections from Dr. Lilly Standouts True Colors® Tips New Hires & Promotions October 1, 2013 , Filed Under: Latest News Latest News from the Division Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) Alicia Garces, Alicia Enciso & Brandy Pino-Watson at Adelante Alicia Garces, Alicia Enciso and Brandy Pino-Watson represented CMHC at Adelante, an event welcoming new Latino students to campus. The welcome event gave students an opportunity to meet with student organizations and campus resources to support their college experience. We are collaborating with the School of Nursing on clinical placement for UT Austin graduate students in the Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program. Lindsey Warren Davis, RN, will provide psychiatric-mental health care under the supervision of a CMHC psychiatrist. Voices Against Violence hosts Relationship Violence Awareness Month throughout October. Under the theme “Riding the Waves of Relationships,” the month features one key event per week to highlight healthy relationships, red flags of abusive behavior and a speak-out for survivors of relationship violence. VAV also launches “Be an Anchor,” a fundraising drive for the Survivors Emergency Fund. Student organizations are invited to register to participate in the campaign and will be honored during Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. Suicide Prevention Week was another great success. Coordinator Marian Trattner worked with a graduate student from the Department of Radio Television and Film to produce the video “Be An Every Day Hero” to help promote this year’s message. Housing and Food Service (DHFS) We have wrapped up our summer renovation project on Jester West floors 12, 13 and 14 as well as the Jester Mail and Service Center. Floor tile was replaced in Kinsolving Dining and Unisex bathrooms in Kinsolving’s 2.5 floor. The garden projects are also well underway. In a partnership with Texas Parents, 1,500+ postcards were filled out during Mooov-In Weekend and then distributed to residents on campus. The DHFS Wellness Team launched the Know Your Numbers Initiative, which provides health screenings for all full-time DHFS staff during September and October. This initiative is a collaboration with the Department of Kinesiology and Health and the College of Pharmacy. This year we have 34 faculty members in our residence hall faculty mentor program. This program has grown exponentially from four faculty mentors in 2010. LT Robinson, Jane Marie Agnew and Hemlata Jhaveri hosted two orientation sessions. Dr. Gage Paine welcomed the faculty mentors, thanking them for their work. The General Education Development (General Educational Development (GED) Program began for the fall semester on Sept. 4 with nine staff members enrolled. The GED Program is a collaboration between Facilities Services and the Division of Housing and Food Service. Hunter Mangrum Hunter Mangrum, DHFS Environmental Specialist, presented on Meatless Mondays at On-Campus Dining locations at the Sustainability Symposium. We hosted the UT Football Team for a quick and healthy cooking class held at J2. Chefs Robert Mayberry and Michael Colom collaborated with Texas Athletics dietitian Amy Culp and football players to create guacamole, pico de gallo and an Asian noodle dish. The goal was to prepare recipes that they can also easily make at home. Watch the video. We invite all Student Affairs staff to join us at the Native American Cultural Dinner to be held Oct. 30 at Jester Spanish Oaks Terrace. Held in conjunction with the opening of the “Texas Indians” gallery, Native American inspired food will be served and “American Indian” tribes will perform dances. Office of the Dean of Students (DoS) Staff is invited to participate in the inaugural Longhorn Traditions Week celebrating UT Austin’s traditions, history and facts during the week of Oct. 7-11, culminating with the Texas-OU football game. We have put together a great week of events in conjunction with the Division of Student Affairs. This new initiative is part of the 360 Connections program aimed at connecting first-year students with the campus and community. Student Judicial Services is partnering with the Student Conduct Advisory Committee in its outreach efforts to students, faculty, staff and student organizations to promote academic integrity, positive student conduct on- and off-campus and the new Student Honor Code. Legal Services for Students issued the first of three pre-game “Booze Rules” reminders to students to raise awareness about how easy it is to break the law. The first focused on underage drinking laws and public intoxication. The second goes out in mid-October before the University of Oklahoma game and will focus on Driving While Intoxicated and Driving Under the Influence. The third is slated for March and will focus on study drugs and marijuana laws. We’re asking departments and advisors to encourage registered and sponsored student organizations interested in being recognized for their accomplishments to enroll in Pillars of the Forty Acres, which recognizes organizations whose activities embody the Core Values of The University of Texas at Austin. Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) We’re looking forward to the inaugural Division of Student Affairs Student Job and Volunteer Fair on Oct. 23-24. Every department in the Division is participating. The Division employs more than 21,000 students with 900+ student volunteers Krystyna Davenport-Brown, Kristina Bachman & Gage Paine Dr. Gage Paine unveiled the Division’s new five-year strategic plan at two Division-wide meetings. We’re grateful for the input received from staff at every level across the Division. Now we look forward to accomplishing our new goals. Director of Assessment Gale Stuart will co-host the workshop “Assessment for Student Support Professionals” with Linda Dickens, director of the Office of Institutional Accreditation and Program Assessment, on Oct. 11 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Visit TXClass and register for SA 100. Contact Gale Stuart for more information. Julie Lucas, assistant director of development for Students Hooked on Texas, will be moving from New Student Services to our office. She will continue her work as a joint member of Central Development’s Annual Giving Team. We launched the new Faculty Campus Life Update, a newsletter focused on university faculty to inform them about the incredible programs, facilities and services provided by the Division of Student Affairs and how we’re all here to help them and their students succeed. Recreational Sports (RecSports) RecSports participated in University Health Services’ annual Healthyhorns Fest on Sept. 18 by offering sport club and fitness demonstrations and information. Chris Burnett, Jenn Speer & Ross Rodriguez at reFresh In cooperation with New Student Services’ reFresh initiative, freshmen and new students were invited to Refresh with RecSports on Sept. 18, to enjoy a variety of free offerings including fitness classes, climbing and chair massages. Gregory Gym Plaza and Gregory Gym Arena respectively will serve as the sites for the Great Texas Showcase and Texas Parents Barbecue during Family Weekend, to be held Oct. 18–20. Additionally, as part of Family Weekend, RecSports will host an Open House at Gregory Gym on Oct. 19. Full-time staff members are rallying in support of the Hearts of Texas Campaign with their generous contributions. RecSports will participate in the Division of Student Affairs’ Student Job and Volunteer Fair on Oct. 23-24, to recruit for over 70 types of student jobs. National Safety Week, co-sponsored by Student Government, the UT Police Department and RecSports, featured a campus-wide National Night Out event on Oct. 1 on Gregory Gym Plaza that offered a cook-out, games, safety related activities and displays. Texas Parents Our office is preparing for Family Weekend activities and events taking place on Oct. 18-20. Registration opened on Sept. 16 and will continue until Oct. 11. Visit the Family Weekend website for more information. We are completing the final phase of our annual membership renewal drive. Applications are being accepted for the 2013 Community Service Awards until the deadline of Oct. 2. The application period for the Outstanding Student and Mike Wacker Awards has closed. The 2nd annual Texas Parents Book Club was held on Sept. 24 and members participated both in-person in the Avaya Auditorium and online via a webcast. Texas Student Media (TSM) Texas Student Media Advertising, KVRX, TSTV, Texas Travesty and Cactus are participating in the Division of Student Affairs Student Job & Volunteer Fair on Oct. 23-24. On Sept. 13, Texas Student Media held a training session for its new and returning Board of Operating Trustees members. The Center for Students in Recovery (CSR) The Center for Students in Recovery has successfully assisted its year one schools of the UT System-wide collegiate recovery program expansion in getting up and running. The UTSA Center for Collegiate Recovery, UT-Arlington Center for Students in Recovery and UT-Tyler Center for Students in Recovery are open and serving students in recovery. Please help spread the word to your colleagues and friends so the message of recovery may be carried throughout Texas to the students who would benefit from learning about this valuable and lifesaving resource. University Health Services (UHS) Hundreds of students turned out Sept. 18 for this year’s Healthyhorns Fest on Gregory Plaza. UHS hosted a photo booth, games and activities, and healthcare professionals to meet students in a fun setting. Check out the photos. Julie Clouse & Gina Wagner The UHS Physical Therapy Clinic Faculty/Staff Open House on Sept. 26 was a terrific success! We are so proud to introduce our renovated facility and incredibly skilled physical therapist. The 2013 UHS Flu Shot Campaign is well underway. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends getting a flu shot each year as soon as the vaccine becomes available unless you have a medical reason not to. Bring a co-worker or your students to get your flu shot quick and easy on campus. There is no charge for students with most insurance plans and no charge for faculty/staff with UT Select Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance. Check for schedule for details. See the photos from Dr. Gage Paine’s visit. UHS re-launches nutrition services this semester. Students with nutrition-related health concerns can schedule an appointment with Annie Mahon, PhD, MS, RDN. Annie addresses eating disorders, weight management, vegetarian diets, sports nutrition and food allergies, as well as other nutrition-related topics and conditions, in order to support the health and academic performance of our students. University Unions As part of our partnership with the Human Resources Student Employee Excellence Development (SEED) Program, the first of four sessions presented by the University Unions took place last month. Hogg Auditorium (HMA) This month’s Hogg events include the University Lecture Series hosted by the School of Undergraduate Studies and the Undergraduate Business Council VIP Speaker Series hosting the CEO of eBay. Student Activity Center (SAC) On the first day of school, we hosted a P.O.D. (Provisions on Demand) Express Grand Opening Party for students with product giveaways, t-shirts, and music. View photos from the event here. One of our six hydration stations alone has saved 100,000 plastic bottles since their installation in August of 2012. The grand opening of The Color Inside, A Skyspace by James Turrell, is scheduled for Oct. 19. An event with James Turrell is scheduled for Oct. 18 and is open to the public. Campus Events and Entertainment (E+E, formerly Student Events Center) As of mid-September, E+E held 14 events with 3,518 total participants. We received 32 applications for our 360 Connection FL!P (Freshman Leaders In Progress). Our Events CoSponsorship Board has funded 10 student organization events so far this year. Texas Union (TXUN) We debuted the new Field of Greens food option. The market uses locally grown and sustainably produced food when available. August Division Update UT Home \| Emergency Information \| Site Policies \| Web Accessibility \| Web Privacy \| Adobe Reader	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line201
__label__wiki	0.522752	0.522752	Writing / Fine Art and Design Queering the zine scene November 25, 2020 / 9:00am / By Claire Katz-Mariani For many, zine-making is completely unexplored territory; for others, it is a hobby. But for enthusiasts like Dr. Spencer Keralis, zine-making is a tradition with benefits that will last a lifetime. As a guest artist at one of the events incorporated into this year’s Small Press Fest, Keralis- a book historian, scholar, artist, and experienced zine-maker, shared their own perspective on what zines are and what they can bring to our communities. In fact, Keralis shared with me that their own journey into the world of zine-making began as a way to find community. “I am a child of the 80s… we didn’t have internet, we didn’t have Tumblr or Facebook, so you’d go to your local coffeeshop and see what zines were out on the little table by the door,” they recall. “So there was this real network of correspondence.” People utilized zines as a way to connect to specific communities that focused on their interests. Anything from music to goth culture could be found in one zine publication or another. Given this massive range of subjects, there is no fixed definition of what a zine is or has to be. Everyone interprets and manifests their artistic expressions differently. According to Dr. Keralis, the best way to understand zine-making is to be handed a pile of zines and simply go from there with your own understanding of the art form. As they phrased it during Small Press Fest, “zines are essentially do-it-yourself publications. You can tell your own story to your own community in your own way. This is a sort of performative way of what new historians call ‘self fashioning’; we create ourselves through the stories that we tell.” Even the ways that zines are made can and do vary widely. Several different methods of technology that can be utilized in the making of zines, including accordion folding, fold-and-cut bindings, hand-sewing, beadwork, silk-screen covers, and more. The only true limit to zine-making is one’s own creativity. However, one distinct feature of zines is how we share them with our communities. Before the internet was widely available, zines were primarily distributed via coterie circulation through which people exchanged their zines with each other in relatively small groups. While this form of distribution still exists and hands-on craft making retains popularity, social media has largely transformed the way that zines continue to be spread. On one hand, social media does facilitate desktop publishing and the dissemination of zines. However, it can also somewhat depersonalize the experience as a whole. “Even though the internet kind of speeds up those connections, it’s also a little hard to make durable connections… You’re gonna give some random stranger your mailing address online? We just don’t do that anymore. So it makes it a little bit more challenging to share and circulate and to receive stuff,” Keralis laments. The shift to online platforms also creates new complications regarding privacy and copyright. Some zine makers have opted for a “copyleft” approach in order to access work more easily. However, keeping some zines private can be crucial. Keralis’s research on zines related to HIV and AIDS has shown them as much, as many older zines contain sensitive medical and personal information that patients might not want publicized. Yet these limitations do not even make a dent into the wealth of zines waiting to be discovered on the worldwide web. Despite this broadening and increasingly general audience, specific communities still manage to find connection through sharing zines. Zines that are made by queer people are often for queer audiences, Keralis explains. Even aside from this, they assert that zine culture is particularly fitting for the queer community as it is rooted in independence and rejection of typical hierarchies that censor who and what we interact with. The roots of zine making largely coincide with queer underground comics that began to circulate widely in the 1970s, mimicking this same idea of anti-capitalism and grassroots connections. These comics grew into recognizable names such as Riot Grrl, inspiring later creations such as the Birdsong Collective and works by Anya Johanna Deniro, Kelly Link, and Archie Bongiovanni. “So, queer zines are anti capitalist, they are punk, and they come out of this DIY tradition where you take what you need from where you can get it to produce your art,” says Keralis. “It’s something that I think has a particular appeal to queer people now because it does harken back to that moment when we were using zines to sort of build communities and share our stories because there weren’t other venues to do it.” So if the only limit to zine-making is our own creativity, it seems like anyone can make a zine. But where do we start? Aside from finding online tutorials for technical skill-building, Keralis emphasizes material connection as the best way to start getting involved. “Reach out to folks whose work you admire,” Keralis suggests. Perusing zine libraries at places like the Independent Media Center can enhance a general understanding of zines as well. “Explore some of these repositories and see if there’s a style you like, or if there’s an artist you like, and then see if you can’t reach out and find them and have a conversation.” When I first learned about zine-making, I was overwhelmed by the sheer amount of variety it encompasses. But diving deeper into the art form has revealed that it is in fact this broad allowance for personal interpretation and community-building which makes it so special. If queerness doesn’t fit right into that framework, I don’t know what does. All photos courtesy of Dr. Spencer Keralis The Arts Section strives to celebrate our community's rich and vibrant artistic scene, from theatre to local authors, film, performance art, and everything in between. Browse Arts Categories BEST: Arts Fine Art and Design	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line204
__label__wiki	0.686665	0.686665	Halogen Chemistry on Solid Surfaces The study of surface halogen chemistry in ultrahigh vacuum was started at the beginning of the seventies. The first papers were published in 1974-1975. The main purpose was to obtain the information about chemical state and structure of halogen layers on the surface in reaction process. Unfortunately in that time the experimental technique for study so complicated processes as chemical surface reactions was rather limited and did not permit to get the information on atomic level. Since the appearance of local probes for surface study such as Scanning Tunneling Microscope and Atomic Force Microscope the scientists have obtained the possibility to study the surface processes with atomic resolution. Mechanism of Metal Chlorination In the first our study of chlorination of Cu(111) in 1988-89 we obtained that chemical state of surface is dependent on the coverage of chlorine. It was established that at chlorine coverage less than one atomic layer only chemisorbed chlorine state can exist on the surface, but at two- or multiatomic layers of chlorine the surface chemical state is copper chloride. Another words the surface demonstrates bistability of chemical state dependent only on the chlorine coverage. We made two suppositions: first, such phenomenon can be general for surface chlorination process and secondly, it does not depend on the way of creation of chlorine coverage. Now we have confirmed these two points on the base of research of Cu(100) and Ag(111) chlorination and AgCl deposition on Ag(111). Atomic Structures of Chlorine Monolayer Coverage In situ use of STM for chlorination process permits us to understand the real space atomic structure of monolayer coverage and to obtain the lattice parameters. Application of Fourier Analysis to STM images enhances the accuracy of interatomic distance determination up to 0.01 nm. The complicated structures formed on the closed parked (111) planes of Ag and Cu were decoded as Ag(111)-(17x17)Cl and a set of one axis compressed chlorine structures on copper surface. Local Structure of Chloride Phase One of the unclear points of the reaction is the mechanism of nucleation and growth of chloride phase. We use STM, EELFS and XPD methods for local structure measurements. The direct evidence of AgCl islands formation on the surface upon chlorine adsorption at room temperature on Ag(111) has been obtained. Specific feature of modified silver surface is AgCl islands surrounded by ditches with 5-15 nm depth and untreated atomic plateaus. Atomic structure and chemical state of surface area empty of AgCl islands corresponds to saturated chlorine monolayer with (17x17)-Cl structure. It was also established that primary electron in AES can cause the transformation of silver chloride film. A strong influence of electrons on silver chloride film could be an origin of different interpretation of electron spectroscopy data. Atomic structure of 2D AgCl islands formed at low temperature corresponds to bulk structure of silver chloride. On Ag(100) and Cu(100) chloride phase grows in (111) direction as four domain structure. Interatomic distances measured by EELFS for 2D silver and copper chloride films formed on (111) planes at low temperature are close to the bulk values. Current State of Affairs Now there are several research centers in the world which are intensively studying the mechanism of surface halogenation of metals and semiconductors. Among them we'd like to mark Pittsburgh Surface Science Center (Prof. J.T. Yates), University of Washington in Seattle (Profs. A. Szabo and T. Engel), IBM Research Division (Prof. J. Boland) in USA, Cambridge University (Prof. D. King, and Dr. R. Lambert) and Nottingham University (Prof. R.G. Jones) in Great Britain, Florence University in Italy (Profs. J. Rovida and U. Bardi) and Tohoku University in Japan (Prof. T. Sakurai) as the places of the most interesting works in the field of surface chemistry. Spin Polarized STM [21:04:00] GPI300 specifications were added [24:10:99] Equipment section was added [25:09:99] Keyboard navigation system was added (try "h" for help) [23:09:99] Sci-world search algorithm was updated - enjoy!. [06:09:99] Personal pages section updated. [11:07:99] Well, too many news for you: we've started to build a Scientific Internet Catalogue. In addition, our gallery was updated with a MM Director presentation, devoted to carbon nanotubes. Info :: Science :: Products :: People :: Links :: Feedback	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line207
__label__cc	0.708527	0.291473	Select other Buccaneers Adams, Andrew Auclair, Antony Barrett, Shaquil Brady, Tom Brate, Cameron Brown, Antonio Bucannon, Deone Cichy, Jack Cockrell, Ross David, Lavonte Davis III, Carlton Davis, Khalil Dean, Jamel Edwards, Mike Evans, Mike Fournette, Leonard Gabbert, Blaine Gholston, William Gill, Cam Godwin, Chris Griffin, Ryan Gronkowski, Rob Haeg, Joe Hagan, Javon Hudson, Tanner Jensen, Ryan Johnson, Tyler Jones II, Ronald Larsen, Ted Ledbetter, Jeremiah Marpet, Ali McCoy, LeSean McLendon, Steve Mickens, Jaydon Miller, Scotty Murphy-Bunting, Sean Nelson, Anthony Nunez-Roches, Rakeem O'Connor, Patrick Pierre-Paul, Jason Pinion, Bradley Smith, Donovan Smith, Ryan Stinnie, Aaron Succop, Ryan Suh, Ndamukong Triner, Zach Vaughn, Ke'Shawn Watford, Earl Watson, Justin Wells, Josh White, Devin Whitehead, Jordan Winfield Jr., Antoine Wirfs, Tristan Buccaneers Roster Rating Yards TD 102.2 4633 40 Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ht/Wt: 6-4/225 Position: QB Born: 8/3/1977 Birthplace: San Mateo, CA College: Michigan Draft: 6th Round 33rd pick by Patriots(2000) Jan. 17, 20216:06 PM PT7:06 PM MT8:06 PM CT9:06 PM ET2:06 GMT10:06 7:06 PM MST8:06 PM CST9:06 PM EST8:06 PM CT6:06 UAE (+1)21:06 ET0:06 - Tom Brady was 18 of 33 for 199 yards and threw two touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 30-20 win over the New Orleans Saints. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Brady added two rushing yards on five carries and scored one touchdown on the ground. Jan. 10, 20214:40 AM PT5:40 AM MT6:40 AM CT7:40 AM ET12:40 GMT20:40 5:40 AM MST6:40 AM CST7:40 AM EST6:40 AM CT16:40 UAE7:40 ET10:40 - Tom Brady was 22 of 40 for 381 yards and threw two touchdown passes Saturday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 31-23 win over the Washington Football Team. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked three times. Jan. 4, 20219:22 AM PT10:22 AM MT11:22 AM CT12:22 PM ET17:22 GMT1:22 10:22 AM MST11:22 AM CST12:22 PM EST11:22 AM CT21:22 UAE12:22 ET15:22 - Tom Brady was 26 of 41 for 399 yards and threw four touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 44-27 win over the Atlanta Falcons. He threw one interception, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Brady added three rushing yards on five carries. Dec. 26, 20201:06 PM PT2:06 PM MT3:06 PM CT4:06 PM ET21:06 GMT5:06 2:06 PM MST3:06 PM CST4:06 PM EST3:06 PM CT1:06 UAE (+1)16:06 ET19:06 - Tom Brady was 22 of 27 for 348 yards and threw four touchdown passes Saturday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 47-7 win over the Detroit Lions. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Dec. 20, 202012:48 PM PT1:48 PM MT2:48 PM CT3:48 PM ET20:48 GMT4:48 1:48 PM MST2:48 PM CST3:48 PM EST2:48 PM CT0:48 UAE (+1)15:48 ET18:48 - Tom Brady was 31 of 45 for 390 yards and threw two touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 31-27 win over the Atlanta Falcons. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked three times. Dec. 13, 20208:48 PM PT9:48 PM MT10:48 PM CT11:48 PM ET4:48 GMT12:48 9:48 PM MST10:48 PM CST11:48 PM EST10:48 PM CT8:48 UAE23:48 ET2:48 - Tom Brady was 15 of 23 for 196 yards and threw two touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 26-14 win over the Minnesota Vikings. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was not sacked. Nov. 29, 20203:46 PM PT4:46 PM MT5:46 PM CT6:46 PM ET23:46 GMT7:46 4:46 PM MST5:46 PM CST6:46 PM EST5:46 PM CT3:46 UAE (+1)18:46 ET21:46 - Tom Brady was 27 of 41 for 345 yards and threw three touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. He threw two interceptions, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Nov. 24, 20201:32 AM PT2:32 AM MT3:32 AM CT4:32 AM ET9:32 GMT17:32 2:32 AM MST3:32 AM CST4:32 AM EST3:32 AM CT13:32 UAE4:32 ET7:32 - Tom Brady was 26 of 48 for 216 yards and threw two touchdown passes Monday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 27-24 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He threw two interceptions, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Nov. 15, 20205:49 PM PT6:49 PM MT7:49 PM CT8:49 PM ET1:49 GMT9:49 6:49 PM MST7:49 PM CST8:49 PM EST7:49 PM CT5:49 UAE (+1)20:49 ET23:49 - Tom Brady was 28 of 39 for 341 yards and threw three touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 46-23 win over the Carolina Panthers. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked one time. Brady added two rushing yards on two carries and scored one touchdown on the ground. Nov. 8, 20207:29 PM PT8:29 PM MT9:29 PM CT10:29 PM ET3:29 GMT11:29 8:29 PM MST9:29 PM CST10:29 PM EST9:29 PM CT7:29 UAE (+1)22:29 ET1:29 - Tom Brady was 22 of 38 for 209 yards and didn't throw a touchdown pass Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 38-3 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He threw three interceptions, didn't fumble and was sacked three times. Nov. 3, 20208:19 AM PT9:19 AM MT10:19 AM CT11:19 AM ET16:19 GMT0:19 9:19 AM MST10:19 AM CST11:19 AM EST10:19 AM CT20:19 UAE11:19 ET14:19 - Tom Brady was 28 of 40 for 279 yards and threw two touchdown passes Monday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 25-23 win over the New York Giants. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked two times. Oct. 8, 20207:53 PM PT8:53 PM MT9:53 PM CT10:53 PM ET2:53 GMT10:53 7:53 PM MST8:53 PM CST9:53 PM EST9:53 PM CT6:53 UAE (+1)22:53 ET1:53 - Tom Brady was 25 of 41 for 253 yards and threw one touchdown pass Thursday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 20-19 loss to the Chicago Bears. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked three times. Oct. 4, 202012:32 PM PT1:32 PM MT2:32 PM CT3:32 PM ET19:32 GMT3:32 12:32 PM MST1:32 PM CST2:32 PM EST2:32 PM CT23:32 UAE15:32 ET18:32 - Tom Brady was 30 of 46 for 369 yards and threw five touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 38-31 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. He threw one interception, didn't fumble and was not sacked. Sep. 27, 20203:52 PM PT4:52 PM MT5:52 PM CT6:52 PM ET22:52 GMT6:52 3:52 PM MST4:52 PM CST5:52 PM EST5:52 PM CT2:52 UAE (+1)18:52 ET21:52 - Tom Brady was 25 of 38 for 297 yards and threw three touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 28-10 win over the Denver Broncos. He did not throw an interception, didn't fumble and was sacked two times. Sep. 20, 202012:41 PM PT1:41 PM MT2:41 PM CT3:41 PM ET19:41 GMT3:41 12:41 PM MST1:41 PM CST2:41 PM EST2:41 PM CT23:41 UAE15:41 ET18:41 - Tom Brady was 23 of 35 for 217 yards and threw one touchdown pass Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 31-17 win over the Carolina Panthers. He threw one interception, fumbled once and was not sacked. Sep. 13, 20204:13 PM PT5:13 PM MT6:13 PM CT7:13 PM ET23:13 GMT7:13 4:13 PM MST5:13 PM CST6:13 PM EST6:13 PM CT3:13 UAE (+1)19:13 ET22:13 - Tom Brady was 23 of 36 for 239 yards and threw two touchdown passes Sunday in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 34-23 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He threw two interceptions, didn't fumble and was sacked three times. Brady added nine rushing yards on three carries and scored one touchdown on the ground. 2000 NE 1 3 1 33.3 6 2.0 0 0 0 0 42.4 2001 NE 15 413 264 63.9 2843 6.9 18 12 41 216 86.5 2007 NE 16 578 398 68.9 4806 8.3 50 8 21 128 117.2 2008 NE 1 11 7 63.6 76 6.9 0 0 0 0 83.9 2009 NE 16 565 371 65.7 4398 7.8 28 13 16 86 96.2 2011 NE 16 611 401 65.6 5235 8.6 39 12 32 173 105.6 2012 NE 16 637 401 63.0 4827 7.6 34 8 27 182 98.7 2016 NE 12 432 291 67.4 3554 8.2 28 2 15 87 112.2 2020 TB 16 610 401 65.7 4633 7.6 40 12 21 143 102.2 Totals 301 10598 6778 64.0 79204 7.5 581 191 521 3272 97.3 2001 NE 15 36 43 1.2 0 1 23 23.0 0 2002 NE 16 42 110 2.6 1 0 0 - 0 2003 NE 16 42 63 1.5 1 0 0 - 0 2018 NE 16 23 35 1.5 2 1 6 6.0 0 2020 TB 16 30 6 0.2 3 0 0 - 0 Totals 301 636 1043 1.6 25 3 65 21.7 0 Career Punting Stats Year Team G Punts Blk Yds Avg TB in 20 Ret Ret Yds NetYds NetAvg 2003 NE 16 1 0 36 36.0 0 1 0 0 36 36.0 Totals 301 2 0 68 34.0 0 1 0 0 68 34.0 2001 NE 3 97 60 61.9 572 5.9 1 1 5 36 77.3 2003 NE 3 126 75 59.5 792 6.3 5 2 0 0 84.5 2004 NE 3 81 55 67.9 587 7.2 5 0 7 57 109.4 2006 NE 3 119 70 58.8 724 6.1 5 4 4 22 76.5 2011 NE 3 111 75 67.6 878 7.9 8 4 3 15 100.4 2012 NE 2 94 54 57.4 664 7.1 4 2 1 9 84.7 2014 NE 3 135 93 68.9 921 6.8 10 4 4 24 100.3 2016 NE 3 142 93 65.5 1137 8.0 7 3 9 42 97.7 2017 NE 3 139 89 64.0 1132 8.1 8 0 4 17 108.6 2020 TB 2 73 40 54.8 580 7.9 4 0 4 26 99.1 Totals 43 1699 1065 62.7 11968 7.0 77 35 70 435 90.2 2001 NE 3 8 22 2.8 1 0 0 - 0 2003 NE 3 12 18 1.5 0 0 0 - 0 2004 NE 3 7 3 0.4 1 0 0 - 0 2007 NE 3 4 -1 -0.3 0 0 0 - 0 2020 TB 2 8 0 0.0 1 0 0 - 0 Totals 43 108 136 1.3 7 0 0 - 0 2011 NE 3 1 0 48 48.0 0 1 0 0 48 48.0 Totals 43 1 0 48 48.0 0 1 0 0 48 48.0 Incomplete Pass Information Pass Attempted Completions Total Incomplete Type Number Pct of Incomp Pct of Overall Attempts Pass Dropped 24 11.5 3.9 Poor Throw 100 47.8 16.4 Pass Defensed 39 18.7 6.4 Pass Hit at Line 9 4.3 1.5 Other 37 17.7 6.1 Intercepted 12 5.7 2.0	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line211
__label__cc	0.738358	0.261642	OUR SERVICES CUSTOMER SERVICE WARRANTIES APPOINTMENT REQUEST GALLERY CONTACT US CUSTOMER SURVEY South Sound Hot Rods... Your Place For Tulsa Hot Rod Mechanics, Show Cars, Classic Cars, Restoration, Upgrades, Maintenance, Customization, and Storage South Sound Hot Rods is a collective team of highly skilled craftsmen with 100s of years of amassed experience in diverse fields of Automotive Maintenance, Performance, Restoration and Fabrication. We are based in the South Puget Sound area of Washington State USA, but serve auto enthusiasts, collectors, and museums in Tulsa. The hallmark of everything we do is quality and pride in fine workmanship, and we stand behind our work. Here you will find an experienced engine builder with many championship winning mills to his credit, having experience in just about every type of engine dating back to the early 1980s. Also a fabricator with many decades of experience in aircraft quality fiberglass, metalwork, wiring, as well as classic car restoration and performance. All of our mechanics and craftsmen have similar backgrounds, and a winning attitude. You will find several industry leading business under one roof here, working in cooperation. We look forward to working with you, if you are coming for the first time or are one of our long standing clients. Feel free to call or schedule an appointment to bring in your vehicle or discuss your project. Tulsa Automotive Services To keep your Tulsa vehicle in top performing condition at all times, or bring your long slumbering classic back to life, we offer a number of services for your vehicle located in Tulsa. Our expert Mechanics and Fabricators have over 150 combined years of experience performing everything from oil changes and simple maintenance, to engine builds and complete ground up restorations. We work on everything from the oldest antiques and classic automobiles, to modern day muscle. We will even help with your daily driver. We pride ourselves on top shelf service, and only use the highest quality parts, filters, oils, and components. Show Cars & Race Car Prep in Tulsa Automobile Tune-up & Test Storage / Barn find Recovery Engine & Transmission Build / Upgrade Rear End Services Suspension Maintenance & Upgrades Disc Brake Conversion Exhaust Repair and Upgrades Lube & Oil Services Full Synthetic Oil Changes Body and Rust Repair Like our work on your Tulsa classics? We also have Tulsa fleet services including: Fleet Trailer Work South Sound Hotrods Email Us: sshotrod@sshotrod.com URL: www.sshotrod.com WARRANTEES Serving the Following Cities and States: hot-rod-mechanics-show-cars-classic-car-restoration-upgrades-maintenance-storage-customization-in Washington, Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Pasco, Bellingham, Vancouver, Bellevue, Everett, Renton, Federal Way, Yakima, Kirkland, Auburn, Oregon, Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, La Grande, California, San Jose, Fresno, Long Beach, Oakland, Bakersfield, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Riverside, Irvine, Fremont, San Bernardino, Modesto, Fontana, Oxnard, Moreno Valley, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Santa Claraita, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, Pasadena, Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angelas, San Diego, Idaho, Boise, Pocatello, Coeur d'Alene, Montana, Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman, Butte, Helana, Nevada, Las Vegas, Reno, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Sparks, Arizona, Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Glendale, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Suprise, Yuma, Flagstaff, Utah, Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, West Jordan, Orem, Sandy, Wyoming, Cheyenne, Casper, Gillette, Laramie, Colorado, Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, Lakewood, Thornton, New Mexico, Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Roswell, Texas, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Cristi, Plano, Laredo, Lubbock, Irving, Amarillo, Garaland, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, Broken Arrow, Kansas, Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, Olathe, Topeka, Lawrence, Nebraska, Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, South Dakota, Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, North Dakota, Fargo, Bismark, Grand Forks, Minot, Minnesota, Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Duluth, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Iowa, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, Iowa City, Waterloo, Ames, West Des Moines, Missouri, Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Independence, Lee's Summit, Arkansas, Little Rock, Smith, Fayetteville, Springdale, Jonesboro, North Little Rock, Louisiana, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Mississippi, Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, Hattiesburg, Tennesse, Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Clarksville, Franklin, Kentucky, Lexington, Louisville, Bullit County, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Illinois, Chicago, Joliet, Rockford, Naperville, Peoria, Elgin, Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Walworth County, Kenosha, Racine, Appleton, Michigan, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint, Dearborn, Livoia, Troy, Ohio, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Canton, Youngstown, Indiana, Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, Lawrence Township, Perry Township, South Bend, Warren Township, Carmel, Fishers, Bloomington, Alabama, Birmingham, Mongomery, Huntsville, Mobile, Tuscaloosa, Hoover, Florida, Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Hialeah, Tallahassee, Port St. Lucie, Cape Coral, Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Gainesville, Coral Springs, Clearwater, Miami Gardens, Palm Bay, Pompano Beach, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Miami Beach, Georgia, Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, Athens, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Macon, Johns Creek, South Carolina, Charleston, Columbia, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Rock Hill, Greensville, North Carolina, Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary, Wilmington, High Point, Concord, Virginia, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Richmond, Newport News, Alexandria, Hampton, Roanke, Portsmouth, West Virginia, Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Maryland, Baltimore, Silver Springs, Frederick, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bowie, Delaware, Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown, New Jersey, Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Woodbridge, Toms River, Clifton, Trenton, Cherry Hill, Passaic, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pittsburg, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Bethlehem, New York, New York City, Buffalo, Babylon, Yonkers, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Connecticut, Bridge Port, New Haven, Stamford, Hartford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Danbury, Rhode Island, Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence, Massachusetts, Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge, Brockton, New Bedford, Quincy, Lynn, Fall River, Somerville, Vermont, Burlington, Essex, South Burlington, Rutland City, Bennington, New Hampshire, Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Derry, Maine, Portland, Oxford County, Lewisston, Bangor, South Portland, Alaska, Anchorage, Juneau, Fairbanks, Sitka, Wasilla, Hawaii, Honolulu County, Honolulu, Mililani, Pearl City, Waipahu, Serving the following Canadian Cities and Provinces British Columbia, Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Abbotsford, Coquitlam, Kelowna, Kamloops, Victoria, Chilliwack, Prince George, Alberta, Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, Wood Buffalo, Sherwood Park, Fort McMurray, Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, Lloydminster, Manitoba, Winnipeg, Selkirk, Dauphin, Ontario, Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Regional Municipality of Hlton, Regional Municipality of Niagra, London, Markham, Vaughan, Windsor, Kitchener, Oakville, Burlington, Greater Sudbury, Oshawa, Barrie, Cambridge, Kingston, Quebec, Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Gatineau, Longvevil, Sherbrooke, Saguenay, Trois-Rivières, Terrebonne, Brossard © 2020 MAD MAX CARS - All rights reserved. Website design and programming by Notable Web Inc.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line212
__label__wiki	0.751323	0.751323	On the Smugglers’ Radar “On The Smugglers’ Radar” is a feature for books that have caught our eye: books we have heard of via other bloggers, directly from publishers, and/or from our regular incursions into the Amazon jungle. Thus, the Smugglers’ Radar was born. Because we want far more books than we can possibly buy or review (what else is new?), we thought we would make the Smugglers’ Radar into a weekly feature – so YOU can tell us which books you have on your radar as well! On Ana’s Radar: I can’t wait for Tade Thompson’s Tor.com novella: And the new novel by Andy Weir also sounds good, about “a young woman named Jasmine Bashara (known as Jazz), who lives on the Moon’s only city, Artemis. If you’re not wealthy, living there isn’t easy, and she gets by as a smuggler. When she comes across the chance to commit the perfect crime, she steps into a bigger struggle for control of the city.” I know I am SUPER late on this but a new novel by Ann Leckie! With a cover! Following her record-breaking debut trilogy, Ann Leckie, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, Arthur C. Clarke and Locus Awards, returns with an enthralling new novel of power, theft, privilege and birthright. A power-driven young woman has just one chance to secure the status she craves and regain priceless lost artifacts prized by her people. She must free their thief from a prison planet from which no one has ever returned. Ingray and her charge will return to her home world to find their planet in political turmoil, at the heart of an escalating interstellar conflict. Together, they must make a new plan to salvage Ingray’s future, her family, and her world, before they are lost to her for good. The next one does not have a blurb but it is apparently, “a breathtaking tale of time travel set in the City of Lights” and I want it: On Thea’s Radar: First up on my radar, a fantasy novel about politics and power. (That’s the mood I’ve been in lately.) Following the downfall of a tyrant in the Wall Street Journal bestselling Kingfountain trilogy, years have passed in prosperity for the kingdom of Ceredigion. Now, as the time comes to celebrate the new king’s nuptials, the specter of a new enemy emerges to destroy all that has been painstakingly built in those years. Tryneowy Kiskaddon has grown up learning military and diplomatic strategy from her father, one of the king’s closest advisors. She feels her destiny lies in defending the kingdom as a knight, not as a Wizr as her parents have decided, though no lady of the realm has taken up the sword in a century. As she seeks to understand her own Fountain-blessed powers, she studies in the tradition of her mother while training in secret and closely following the realm’s politics, alarmed by her mother’s vision of an impending clash and a devastating future. But the pieces on fate’s game board are in motion, and on the eve of battle, a threatening force irrevocably changes the future of the kingdom and her own. Does Trynne have what it takes to maneuver Ceredigion’s key players into position and outsmart the kingdom’s enemies—even those still concealed in shadow? Next up, this lush fantasy novel that has some big praise behind it: In the lush and magical tradition of Naomi Novik’s award-winning Uprooted comes this riveting debut from brilliant young writer Callie Bates—whose boundless imagination places her among the finest authors of fantasy fiction, including Sarah J. Maas and Sabaa Tahir. Lady Elanna is fiercely devoted to the king who raised her like a daughter. But when he dies under mysterious circumstances, Elanna is accused of his murder—and must flee for her life. Returning to the homeland of magical legends she has forsaken, Elanna is forced to reckon with her despised, estranged father, branded a traitor long ago. Feeling a strange, deep connection to the natural world, she also must face the truth about the forces she has always denied or disdained as superstition—powers that suddenly stir within her. But an all-too-human threat is drawing near, determined to exact vengeance. Now Elanna has no choice but to lead a rebellion against the kingdom to which she once gave her allegiance. Trapped between divided loyalties, she must summon the courage to confront a destiny that could tear her apart. This is the first time I’ve seen Frances Hardinge comped on a book description outside of the UK–YES. I want it. The first book in a stunning new fantasy adventure trilogy, perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Piers Torday, Abi Elphinstone, Katherine Rundell and Frances Hardinge. In the sky, the fire spirits dance and ripple. Grandma says they showed our Tribe that I’d be a captain, before I was even born. Ever since Ma died, Mouse has looked after her little brother, Sparrow, dreaming of her destiny as captain of the Huntress. But now Da’s missing, Sparrow is in danger, and a deathly cold is creeping across Trianukka . . . Sea-churning, beast-chattering, dream-dancing, whale-riding, terrodyl-flying, world-saving adventure. Don’t miss the second book in The Huntress Trilogy, Sky. Next up, a spin on Robin Hood that sounds intriguing (although the cover is a liiiittle cheesy): Fans of Dorothy Must Die will love this reimagining of the legend of Robin Hood. Girl power rules supreme when a modern girl finds herself in the middle of a medieval mess with only her smart mouth and her Olympic-archer aim to get her home. Ellie Hudson is the front-runner on the road to gold for the U.S. Olympic archery team. All she has to do is qualify at the trials in jolly old England. When Ellie makes some kind of crazy wrong turn in the caverns under Nottingham Castle—yes, that Nottingham—she ends up in medieval England. Ellie doesn’t care how she got to the Middle Ages; she just wants to go home before she gets the plague. But people are suffering in Nottingham, and Ellie has the skills to make it better. What’s an ace archer to do while she’s stuck in Sherwood Forest but make like Robin Hood? Pulled into a past life as an outlaw, Ellie feels her present fading away next to daring do-gooding and a devilishly handsome knight. Only, Ellie is on the brink of rewriting history, and when she picks up her bow and arrow, her next shot could save her past—or doom civilization’s future. And that’s it from us! What books do you have on YOUR radar? Stephanie Burgis I’m reading Sarah Driver’s SEA, and it’s wonderful! Really rich, lush language and fabulous world-building. Shobhit@ House Of Review Hey there,thanks for the reviews Ana’s radar ,where I found the review of the “Artemis” .Its a good story which tells how a rich girl on the moon,waiting for the moment to execute her crime plan finds herself in a puzzled situation and it becomes more and more exciting onwards….. I’m currently reading Starflight for which I’m not enjoying as much as I had hoped. However, once I am done with that book I will move onto Girls Made of Snow and Glass , which I hope will be awesome. wings io	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line216
__label__wiki	0.601643	0.601643	United StatesNetherlandsUnited KingdomBrazilGermanyAustraliaIndiaCzechiaItalyUnited Arab EmiratesMalaysiaJapanCanadaBelgiumSpainSingaporeFranceHong KongSwitzerlandTurkeyRussiaThailandPortugalIndonesiaGreecePolandMaltaPhilippinesSaudi ArabiaAustriaSouth AfricaEgyptSouth KoreaNew ZealandNorwayChinaSwedenHungaryBulgariaUkraineIsraelPakistanRomaniaGeorgiaQatarVietnamFinlandLuxembourgOmanCyprusMexicoBermudaIrelandDenmarkTaiwanArgentinaPeruEcuadorKuwaitKazakhstanSerbiaKenyaColombiaMoroccoJamaicaAlbaniaIranJordanZimbabweGhanaGuernseySloveniaLaosMonacoDominican RepublicBotswanaThe BahamasSlovakiaMauritiusCosta RicaAzerbaijanChileSri LankaAlgeriaMozambiqueNigeriaLatviaCroatiaBangladeshBelarusLithuaniaHondurasLebanonNepalBahrainSurinameRwandaJerseyUruguayCambodiaSeychellesTanzaniaBurmaSomaliaKyrgyzstanIsle of ManVenezuelaGibraltarNamibiaAngolaMacauPanamaMontenegroBruneiIraqSint MaartenUgandaBosnia and HerzegovinaThe GambiaBritish Virgin IslandsFalkland IslandsPalestinian TerritoryTrinidad and TobagoGuyanaMadagascar Czechia Population: 10,686,269 At the close of World War I, the Czechs and Slovaks of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire merged to form Czechoslovakia. During the interwar years, having rejected a federal system, the new country's predominantly Czech leaders were frequently preoccupied with meeting the increasingly strident demands of other ethnic minorities within the republic, most notably the Slovaks, the Sudeten Germans, and the Ruthenians (Ukrainians). On the eve of World War II, Nazi Germany occupied the territory that today comprises Czechia, and Slovakia became an independent state allied with Germany. After the war, a reunited but truncated Czechoslovakia (less Ruthenia) fell within the Soviet sphere of influence. In 1968, an invasion by Warsaw Pact troops ended the efforts of the country's leaders to liberalize communist rule and create "socialism with a human face," ushering in a period of repression known as "normalization." The peaceful "Velvet Revolution" swept the Communist Party from power at the end of 1989 and inaugurated a return to democratic rule and a market economy. On 1 January 1993, the country underwent a nonviolent "velvet divorce" into its two national components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czech Republic joined NATO in 1999 and the European Union in 2004. The country added the short-form name Czechia in 2016, while continuing to use the full form name, Czech Republic. Landlocked; strategically located astride some of oldest and most significant land routes in Europe; Moravian Gate is a traditional military corridor between the North European Plain and the Danube in central Europe the Hranice Abyss in Czechia is the world's deepest surveyed underwater cave at 404 m (1,325 ft); its survey is not complete and it could end up being some 800-1,200 m deep Location: Central Europe, between Germany, Poland, Slovakia, and Austria Size comparison: about two-thirds the size of Pennsylvania; slightly smaller than South Carolina Land Boundaries: total: 2,143 km border countries (4): Austria 402 km, Germany 704 km, Poland 796 km, Slovakia 241 km Coastline: 0 km (landlocked) Maritime claims: none (landlocked) Climate: temperate; cool summers; cold, cloudy, humid winters Terrain: Bohemia in the west consists of rolling plains, hills, and plateaus surrounded by low mountains; Moravia in the east consists of very hilly country Natural resources: hard coal, soft coal, kaolin, clay, graphite, timber, arable land Land use: agricultural land: 54.8% (2011 est.) arable land: 41% (2011 est.) permanent crops: 1% (2011 est.) permanent pasture: 12.8% (2011 est.) forest: 34.4% (2011 est.) Natural hazards: flooding Current Environment Issues: air and water pollution in areas of northwest Bohemia and in northern Moravia around Ostrava present health risks; acid rain damaging forests; land pollution caused by industry, mining, and agriculture International Environment Agreements: party to: Air Pollution, Air Pollution-Nitrogen Oxides, Air Pollution-Persistent Organic Pollutants, Air Pollution-Sulfur 85, Air Pollution-Sulfur 94, Air Pollution-Volatile Organic Compounds, Antarctic-Environmental Protocol, Antarctic Treaty, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Climate Change-Kyoto Protocol, Desertification, Endangered Species, Environmental Modification, Hazardous Wastes, Law of the Sea, Ozone Layer Protection, Ship Pollution, Wetlands, Whaling Nationality: noun: Czech(s) adjective: Czech Ethnic groups: Czech 64.3%, Moravian 5%, Slovak 1.4%, other 1.8%, unspecified 27.5% (2011 est.) Languages: Czech (official) 95.4%, Slovak 1.6%, other 3% (2011 census) Religions: Roman Catholic 10.4%, Protestant (includes Czech Brethren and Hussite) 1.1%, other and unspecified 54%, none 34.5% (2011 est.) Population growth rate: 0.1% (2018 est.) Major urban areas - population: 1.292 million PRAGUE (capital) (2018) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 78.9 years male: 76 years HIV/AIDS - adult prevalence rate: <.1% (2017 est.) Obesity - adult prevalence rate: 26% (2016) Literacy: definition: NA (2011 est.) total population: 99% female: 99% (2011 est.) Country name: conventional long form: Czech Republic conventional short form: Czechia local long form: Ceska republika local short form: Cesko etymology: name derives from the Czechs, a West Slavic tribe who rose to prominence in the late 9th century A.D. Capital: name: Prague etymology: the name likely derives from an old Slavic root "praga" or "prah", meaning "ford", and refers to the city's origin at a crossing point of the Vltava (Moldau) River Administrative divisions: 13 regions (kraje, singular - kraj) and 1 capital city* (hlavni mesto); Jihocesky (South Bohemia), Jihomoravsky (South Moravia), Karlovarsky (Karlovy Vary), Kralovehradecky (Hradec Kralove), Liberecky (Liberec), Moravskoslezsky (Moravia-Silesia), Olomoucky (Olomouc), Pardubicky (Pardubice), Plzensky (Pilsen), Praha (Prague)*, Stredocesky (Central Bohemia), Ustecky (Usti), Vysocina (Highlands), Zlinsky (Zlin) Independence: 1 January 1993 (Czechoslovakia split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia); note - although 1 January is the day the Czech Republic came into being, the Czechs commemorate 28 October 1918, the day the former Czechoslovakia declared its independence from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, as their independence day National holiday: Czechoslovak Founding Day, 28 October (1918) Constitution: history: previous 1960; latest ratified 16 December 1992, effective 1 January 1993 amendments: passage requires at least three-fifths concurrence by members present in both houses of Parliament; amended several times, last in 2013 (2017) Legal system: new civil code enacted in 2014, replacing civil code of 1964 - based on former Austro-Hungarian civil codes and socialist theory - and reintroducing former Czech legal terminology Executive branch: chief of state: President Milos ZEMAN (since 8 March 2013) head of government: Prime Minister Andrej BABIS (since 13 December 2017); First Deputy Prime Minister Jan HAMACEK (since 27 June 2018), Deputy Prime Minister Alena SCHILLEROVA (since 30 April 2019) cabinet: Cabinet appointed by the president on the recommendation of the prime minister elections/appointments: president directly elected by absolute majority popular vote in 2 rounds if needed for a 5-year term (limited to 2 consecutive terms); elections last held on 12-13 January 2018 with a runoff on 26-27 January 2018 (next to be held in January 2023); prime minister appointed by the president for a 4-year term election results: Milos ZEMAN reelected president in the second round; percent of vote - Milos ZEMAN (SPO) 51.4%, Jiri DRAHOS (independent) 48.6% Legislative branch: description: bicameral Parliament or Parlament consists of: Senate or Senat (81 seats; members directly elected in single-seat constituencies by absolute majority vote in 2 rounds if needed; members serve 6-year terms with one-third of the membership renewed every 2 years) Chamber of Deputies or Poslanecka Snemovna (200 seats; members directly elected in 14 multi-seat constituencies by proportional representation vote with a 5% threshold required to fill a seat; members serve 4-year terms) elections: Senate - last held in 2 rounds on 5-6 and 12-13 October 2018 (next to be held in October 2020) Chamber of Deputies - last held on 20-21 October 2017 (next to be held by October 2021) election results: Senate - percent of vote by party - NA; seats by party - ODS 16, KDU-CSL 16, CSSD 13, STAN 10, ANO 7, SEN 21 6, TOP 09 3, SZ 1, Movement for Prague 1, Pirates 1, SsCR 1, independent 6; composition men 69, women 12, percent of women 14.8% Chamber of Deputies - percent of vote by party - ANO 29.6%, ODS 11.3%, Pirates 10.8%, SPD 10.6%, KSCM 7.8%, CSSD 7.3%, KDU-CSL 5.8%, TOP 09 5.3%, STAN 5.2%, other 6.3%; seats by party - ANO 78, ODS 25, Pirates 22, SPD 22, CSSD 15, KSCM 15, KDU-CSL 10, TOP 09 7, STAN 6; composition - men 156, women 44, percent of women 22%; note - total Parliament percent of women 19.9% Judicial branch: highest courts: Supreme Court (organized into Civil Law and Commercial Division, and Criminal Division each with a court chief justice, vice justice, and several judges); Constitutional Court (consists of 15 justices); Supreme Administrative Court (consists of 36 judges, including the court president and vice president, and organized into 6-, 7-, and 9-member chambers) judge selection and term of office: Supreme Court judges proposed by the Chamber of Deputies and appointed by the president; judges appointed for life; Constitutional Court judges appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate; judges appointed for 10-year, renewable terms; Supreme Administrative Court judges selected by the president of the Court; unlimited terms subordinate courts: High Court; regional and district courts Political parties and leaders: Christian Democratic Union-Czechoslovak People's Party or KDU-CSL [Pavel BELOBRADEK] Civic Democratic Party or ODS [Petr FIALA] Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia or KSCM [Vojtech FILIP] Czech Social Democratic Party or CSSD [Jan HAMACEK] Freedom and Direct Democracy or SPD [Tomio OKAMURA] Green Party or SZ [Petr STEPANEK] Mayors and Independents or STAN [Petr GAZDIK] Movement of Dissatisfied Citizens or ANO [Andrej BABIS] Party of Civic Rights or SPO [Lubomir NECAS] Pirate Party or Pirates [Ivan BARTOS] Tradition Responsibility Prosperity 09 or TOP 09 [Jiri POSPISIL] International organization participation: Australia Group, BIS, BSEC (observer), CD, CE, CEI, CERN, EAPC, EBRD, ECB, EIB, ESA, EU, FAO, IAEA, IBRD, ICAO, ICC (national committees), ICCt, ICRM, IDA, IEA, IFC, IFRCS, ILO, IMF, IMO, IMSO, Interpol, IOC, IOM, IPU, ISO, ITSO, ITU, ITUC (NGOs), MIGA, MONUSCO, NATO, NEA, NSG, OAS (observer), OECD, OIF (observer), OPCW, OSCE, PCA, Schengen Convention, SELEC, UN, UNCTAD, UNESCO, UNHCR, UNIDO, UNWTO, UPU, WCO, WFTU (NGOs), WHO, WIPO, WMO, WTO, ZC National symbol(s): silver (or white), double-tailed, rampant lion; national colors: white, red, blue National anthem: name: "Kde domov muj?" (Where is My Home?) lyrics/music: Josef Kajetan TYL/Frantisek Jan SKROUP note: adopted 1993; the anthem was originally written as incidental music to the play "Fidlovacka" (1834), it soon became very popular as an unofficial anthem of the Czech nation; its first verse served as the official Czechoslovak anthem beginning in 1918, while the second verse (Slovak) was dropped after the split of Czechoslovakia in 1993 Diplomatic representation in the US: chief of mission: Ambassador Hynek KMONICEK (since 24 April 2017) chancery: 3900 Spring of Freedom Street NW, Washington, DC 20008 consulate(s) general: Chicago, Los Angeles, New York Diplomatic representation from the US: chief of mission: Ambassador Stephen B. KING (since 6 December 2017) embassy: Trziste 15, 118 01 Prague 1 - Mala Strana mailing address: use embassy street address telephone: [420] 257 022 000 FAX: [420] 257 022 809 Czechia is a prosperous market economy that boasts one of the highest GDP growth rates and lowest unemployment levels in the EU, but its dependence on exports makes economic growth vulnerable to contractions in external demand. Czechia’s exports comprise some 80% of GDP and largely consist of automobiles, the country’s single largest industry. Czechia acceded to the EU in 2004 but has yet to join the euro-zone. While the flexible koruna helps Czechia weather external shocks, it was one of the world’s strongest performing currencies in 2017, appreciating approximately 16% relative to the US dollar after the central bank (Czech National Bank - CNB) ended its cap on the currency’s value in early April 2017, which it had maintained since November 2013. The CNB hiked rates in August and November 2017 - the first rate changes in nine years - to address rising inflationary pressures brought by strong economic growth and a tight labor market. Since coming to power in 2014, the new government has undertaken some reforms to try to reduce corruption, attract investment, and improve social welfare programs, which could help increase the government’s revenues and improve living conditions for Czechs. The government introduced in December 2016 an online tax reporting system intended to reduce tax evasion and increase revenues. The government also plans to remove labor market rigidities to improve the business climate, bring procurement procedures in line with EU best practices, and boost wages. The country's low unemployment rate has led to steady increases in salaries, and the government is facing pressure from businesses to allow greater migration of qualified workers, at least from Ukraine and neighboring Central European countries. Long-term challenges include dealing with a rapidly aging population, a shortage of skilled workers, a lagging education system, funding an unsustainable pension and health care system, and diversifying away from manufacturing and toward a more high-tech, services-based, knowledge economy. Agriculture - products: wheat, potatoes, sugar beets, hops, fruit; pigs, poultry Industries: motor vehicles, metallurgy, machinery and equipment, glass, armaments services: 59.2% (2015) Population below poverty line: 9.7% (2015 est.) Distribution of family income - Gini index: 25 (2015) 25.1 (2014) Current account balance: $2.317 billion (2017 est.) $3.037 billion (2016 est.) Exports - commodities: machinery and transport equipment, raw materials, fuel, chemicals Exports - partners: Germany 32.8%, Slovakia 7.8%, Poland 6.1%, France 5.1%, UK 4.9%, Austria 4.4%, Italy 4.1% (2017) Imports - commodities: machinery and transport equipment, raw materials and fuels, chemicals Imports - partners: Germany 29.8%, Poland 9.1%, China 7.4%, Slovakia 5.8%, Netherlands 5.3%, Italy 4% (2017) Reserves of foreign exchange and gold: $148 billion (31 December 2017 est.) $85.73 billion (31 December 2016 est.) Debt - external: $205.2 billion (31 December 2017 est.) $138 billion (31 December 2016 est.) Stock of direct foreign investment - abroad: $54.39 billion (31 December 2017 est.) $43.09 billion (31 December 2016 est.) Market value of publicly traded shares: $58.83 billion (31 December 2017 est.) $40.74 billion (31 December 2016 est.) $44.5 billion (31 December 2015 est.) Exchange rates: koruny (CZK) per US dollar - 23.34 (2017 est.) 24.44 (2016 est.) 24.44 (2015 est.) 24.599 (2014 est.) 20.758 (2013 est.) Electricity - exports: 24.79 billion kWh (2016 est.) Crude oil - production: 2,000 bbl/day (2017 est.) Crude oil - exports: 446 bbl/day (2017 est.) Crude oil - proved reserves: 15 million bbl (1 January 2018 est.) Natural gas - production: 229.4 million cu m (2017 est.) Natural gas - proved reserves: 3.964 billion cu m (1 January 2018 est.) Telephone system: general assessment: good telephone and Internet service; the Czech Republic has a sophisticated telecom market, with competition in all sectors provided by a number of alternate operators; the incumbent telco O2 Czech Republic remains the dominant player though other operators are gaining market share, through merger and acquisition activity; regulator makes progress for 5G services; fixed wireless broadband remains strong, with penetration among the highest in the EU (2018) domestic: access to the fixed-line telephone network expanded throughout the 1990s, 15 per 100 fixed-line, but the number of fixed-line connections has been dropping since then; mobile telephone usage increased sharply to 119 per 100 mobile-cellular, and the number of cellular telephone subscriptions now greatly exceeds the population (2018) international: country code - 420; satellite earth stations - 6 (2 Intersputnik - Atlantic and Indian Ocean regions, 1 Intelsat, 1 Eutelsat, 1 Inmarsat, 1 Globalstar) Broadcast media: 22 TV stations operate nationally, with 17 of them in private hands; publicly operated Czech Television has 5 national channels; throughout the country, there are some 350 TV channels in operation, many through cable, satellite, and IPTV subscription services; 63 radio broadcasters are registered, operating over 80 radio stations, including 7 multiregional radio stations or networks; publicly operated broadcaster Czech Radio operates 4 national, 14 regional, and 4 Internet stations; both Czech Radio and Czech Television are partially financed through a license fee (2019) Internet country code: .cz Pipelines: 7,160 km gas, 675 km oil, 94 km refined products (2016) (2017) standard gauge: 9,385 km 1.435-m gauge (3,218 km electrified) (2017) narrow gauge: 10,223 km 0.760-m gauge (2017) (includes urban and category I, II, III roads) (2019) paved: 55,744 km (includes 1,252 km of expressways) (2019) Waterways: 664 km (principally on Elbe, Vltava, Oder, and other navigable rivers, lakes, and canals) (2010) Ports and terminals: river port(s): Prague (Vltava) Decin, Usti nad Labem (Elbe) Military branches: Army of the Czech Republic (Armada Ceske Republiky): General Staff (Generalni Stab, includes Land Forces (Pozemni sily) and Air Forces (Vzdusne sily)) (2018) Military service age and obligation: 18-28 years of age for male and female voluntary military service; no conscription (2012) Disputes - International: none Illicit drugs: transshipment point for Southwest Asian heroin and minor transit point for Latin American cocaine to Western Europe; producer of synthetic drugs for local and regional markets; susceptible to money laundering related to drug trafficking, organized crime; significant consumer of ecstasy United StatesNetherlandsUnited KingdomBrazilGermanyAustraliaIndiaCzechiaItalyUnited Arab EmiratesMalaysiaJapanCanadaBelgiumSpainSingaporeFranceHong KongSwitzerlandTurkeyRussiaThailandPortugalIndonesiaGreecePolandMaltaPhilippinesSaudi ArabiaAustriaSouth AfricaEgyptSouth KoreaNew ZealandNorwayChinaSwedenHungaryBulgariaUkraineIsraelPakistanRomaniaGeorgiaQatarVietnamFinlandLuxembourgOmanCyprusMexicoBermudaIrelandDenmarkTaiwanArgentinaPeruEcuadorKuwaitKazakhstanSerbiaKenyaColombiaMoroccoJamaicaAlbaniaIranJordanZimbabweGhanaGuernseySloveniaLaosMonacoDominican RepublicBotswanaThe BahamasSlovakiaMauritiusCosta RicaAzerbaijanChileSri LankaAlgeriaMozambiqueNigeriaLatviaCroatiaBangladeshBelarusLithuaniaHondurasLebanonNepalBahrainSurinameRwandaJerseyUruguayCambodiaSeychellesTanzaniaBurmaSomaliaKyrgyzstanIsle of ManVenezuelaGibraltarNamibiaAngolaMacauPanamaMontenegroBruneiIraqSint MaartenUgandaBosnia and HerzegovinaThe GambiaBritish Virgin IslandsFalkland IslandsPalestinian TerritoryTrinidad and TobagoGuyanaMadagascar « Previous Country \| Next Country » Back to Flag Counter Overview	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line218
__label__cc	0.55778	0.44222	My lover quiz Cheated how do i get him back yahoo How to get your 9 best photos on instagram smaller How to win the heart of my girlfriend back letter Best way to make your woman happy quotes Looking for a girlfriend free 5.0 Things to get for your boyfriends birthday How do you get over your ex being with someone else How to get your toolbar back in internet explorer How to get over your ex girlfriend dating someone else lyrics Back With Ex How To Get A Girl To Text U Back How To Get Back With Your Ex Boyfriend How To Get Him To Want You Back How To Get Your Gf Back How To Make Your Ex Want You I Need My Ex Back Is It Possible To Get Your Ex Back Win Your Ex Back Winning Your Ex Back How to make my boyfriend come back to me now How to find skyrim product key How to get a girlfriend in saints row 3 xbox 360 I want to post a comment on i need my ex back Break up advice from celebrities 2014 How to get him back after he says he needs space relationship Romantic messages greeting card design Do you get your boyfriend a valentines day present Never met a girl like you before guitar effect How to get your 3g back cover How will a leo man fall in love Does no contact work to get an ex back 2.0 Want my ex back quotes yoda Romantic way to get your ex back now Love spells that work for free fast loans How to get your ged in kansas Get another boyfriend free mp3 download Need a girlfriend in ahmedabad train Find girlfriend I want to make a new yahoo account How to win back an ex boyfriend zack How to find a internet best friend How to make your voice higher on video Looking for a girlfriend jokes zone,what to say to your ex boyfriend to get her back quotes,dating tips for 9 year olds xbox - Videos Download Like, girls will call me at three o'clock in the morning and leave a message, but their boyfriends will look at their phones, and they call me up saying, "Hey man, what's my girl calling you for? Before I did this, I did an acting flyer, "Experienced Professional Actor," and I had the same exact picture. On that note, you said you turned down sex from that rich lady, but how often are you getting laid from your dates? Do you feel like most of the women you're getting replies out of are looking to get laid? When asked what he was looking for in his future girlfriend, the young pop star Justin Bieber, 16, was quick to say he was fond of brainy girls with personality, good sense of humor and nice eyes. Other Gossipers Searched for:justin bieber looking for a girlfriendRelated posts:Resort siesta? The Brit Awards 2013 went with a glam as usual gathering celebs from Britain and across the pond to honor the winners in various music categories. Miranda Kerr’s real Monday passed like a Monday of supermodel, super momma and a social networker. Hottest Celebrity Beach Bodies 2012Hollywood female celebs are really keen to show off their sexy curves on the beaches. Jessica Simpson got her big and pretty unexpected Christmas present four weeks prior to Xmas - she's expecting once again! As Kristen Stewart is keeping silence since her very public apology, fellow actress Laura McDonald decided kinda help her. I can’t stop being surprised by Kristen Stewart's ultra-glam image for Vanity Fair July 2012 issue! Tens of thousands of crude flyers plastered on every lamppost, mailbox, and vacant wall have turned Dan into a recognizable figure. At first there were dinner dates--I don't drink--but we were going out to pubs to play pool; I was spending like $300 to $400 per date, and it just ate up all my money. People make jokes about it, like, "Oh, he's looking for a girlfriend," and just, what is so funny about it? Guinness told me I hit the world record for most media attention of anybody in the entire history of history from a flyer being posted. You want to be able to sit down to dinner and be with someone who you can have a proper conversation with. Learn who will present and perform as well as get a look at the nominations if you haven't. Adele won another Skyfall accolade, while the best album of the year has gone to British Female Solo Artist award winner Emeli Sande. I called him up and made plans for coffee to see if he'd had more luck with women than with crowdsourcing. Then people watching the news saw that I wasn't crazy, and over the weeks people took me more seriously, and more and more news media got involved. I'm getting calls from Africa, all over the world, from people seeing it on the internet and Instagram. I met some girl that was doing some artwork in downtown and I asked her out on a date, and she said no. We need to have everything worked out, everything planned, all the money ready, everything paid for to shoot in January. I get a call from this girl and she's stuttering her words, and I'm questioning whether she's a transvestite or not or whatever. A lot of people have said to me, in New York, that they're gonna do the same thing, and they've failed miserably. Just today I got a call from this guy posing as a woman, saying they were on Park Avenue and 23rd Street, and would I shave their lamb's balls? I get all these phone calls like, "Good luck" and people screaming outta their car windows, "'Ey, we're rootin' for ya!" I dunno, I don't see it. She says, "I saw your flyer"--this is late at night--"and I'd really like to meet with you," and she says, "What's your address? I mean, I had a girl, I was up at her house, and she's suckin' my coke can--I have a coke can dick, seven-inch, it's huge--and at the same time she's watching The Honeymooners, there was a marathon. It didn't piss me off, but like, it'd been three years since I had a girlfriend, and something clicked. It'll be different stories, different events that happened on each date that I'll have to reenact. I'll send a car for you." So a stretch limo pulls up, real big, and goes to 59th Street, the Plaza Hotel. I saw two guys once on a flyer, and they didn't even leave a phone number, they just said, "If you see us walking around the East Village, give us a holler." I saw one guy and he had a piece of paper over the bottom of his face, and his also said "looking for a date"--not girlfriend, but "date," and he said he was a very good looking guy, but you could only see half his face. So I'm lying there and I'm watching her watching The Honeymooners, and I'm thinking, "What the fuck are you doing? Turn off the TV, concentrate on what you're doing." So I just get up, I put my clothes on, and I left. So I close the door behind me, and the door's not even closed and she starts grabbing my shoulder, and she's grabbing my chest, and she's kissing me, and she's grabbing my, [gestures to his dick] my coke can, she's like going crazy all over me. I put up my flyers, man, and these six young girls, 20-year-old girls, and they get such a kick out of it. They know who I am, I post the flyer right in front of them, and they're like, "You're the guy! I said "Listen, I'm looking for a relationship, I'm not looking to just get laid," and she gets very frustrated. We have you on Instagram, can we take a picture with you?" that's what it's gotten to be like. Women stop me all day long and they ask me these questions about why their boyfriend does this or that, and it always comes down to affection. So she lies down on the couch and says, "Sing me a song." And I said, "I can't sing" and so I grab a book and started reading to her from a book, and after a little while I could see her falling asleep from all the alcohol she drank. If you don't have a foundation in a relationship to become boyfriend and girlfriend--if you're only having sex--it's just gonna be a one-night gig. I want to get back with my ex husband quotes How to win a libra man back after a break up My cloud ex4 6tb Category: How To Make Your Ex Want You Comments to «Looking for a girlfriend jokes zone» BARIQA_K_maro_bakineCH writes: 22.10.2014 at 11:58:10 Wish to get back together with techniques revealed??blueprint to getting your ex back gives. JaguaR writes: 22.10.2014 at 19:59:41 About three months receptive to speaking with you, but only attempt this as soon. 2015 Design: Wordpress Themes.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line220
__label__cc	0.569021	0.430979	About Kade Mendelowitz Productions on this site grouped by my involvement: Projection Designer Kade Mendelowitz Home » Productions on this site » Cat on a Hot Tin Roof » Cat on a Hot Tin Roof April 24, 2016 in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof / Lighting Designer / Productions on this site by kade Cat on a Hot Tin Roof production poster Directed by Rebecca George Presented by the UAF Department of Theatre & Film April 15-24, 2016 Scenic Designer: Adam Gillette Costume Designer: Amanda Casterline Lighting Designer: Kade Mendelowitz Sound Designer: Chris John George Stage Manager: Andrew Cassel Production review “Lighting designer Kade Mendelowitz deserves kudos for other details that add icing to the cake, to include a fireworks show in the background and subtle but noticeable changes in lighting to depict the passing of the hours.” Fairbanks Daily News-Miner ← Closer Five Women Wearing the Same Dress → Productions on this site Productions on this site Select Category My Involvement (19) Lighting Designer (18) Projection Designer (8) Set Designer (10) Productions on this site (19) 3 Days of Rain (1) Ash Girl (1) Caligari: Alaska (1) Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1) Closer (1) Dead Man’s Cell Phone (1) Don Juan (1) Firebird (1) Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (1) Help Help the Globolinks! (1) How I Learned to Drive (1) Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liaisons) (1) Les Miserables (1) Nickel and Dimed (1) Nutcracker (1) Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (1) Speech & Debate (1) Stop Kiss (1) · © 2021 Kade Mendelowitz · Powered by · Designed with the Customizr theme ·	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line225
__label__wiki	0.7587	0.7587	WolfPack plays 100 innings in annual fundraiser Sports Sep. 22, 2015 Cameron Doherty A close game through 99 of the 100 innings game on Sunday, Sept. 20. (Cameron Doherty/The Omega) Sunday, Sept. 20 was a day the WolfPack baseball team spent doing exactly what they like to do best: playing a lot of baseball. A normal CCBC baseball game is 7 innings long and takes anywhere from 2 to 3 hours to complete. The game that the WolfPack played on Sunday was substantially longer. Starting at 9 a.m. and finishing just after 4 p.m., the 100 Innings Fundraiser is a marathon that the WolfPack undertake each and every year in the hopes of raising money to go on their annual February trip to Arizona. The team invites members of the business and baseball communities to come out to the field and pledge anywhere from $25 to $500. The money can either go to an individual member of the team or to the team in general to be dispersed amongst the players. Each player is expected to raise $800 to attend the 10-day-long trip, during which they will play games against community college and college teams from Arizona. WolfPack assistant coach Alex Reid spoke about how some players find it difficult to raise the funds required. “For players from Kamloops it’s easier, but there are some guys who don’t have the connections [in the Kamloops business community] who have struggled with it.” The game is just one of many fundraisers that the team puts on throughout the year and Reid says that “Most of the actual fundraising is done closer to [the trip to] Arizona, this is more just to create connections between the players and people who are considering donating.” The family-friendly atmosphere down at the park was the perfect spot to do that kind of connecting as the WolfPack team split up into two squads and played with members of the Kamloops Minor Baseball Association, people from TRU and other members of the close-knit Kamloops baseball community. The turnout of about 40 or 50 people was “about what we usually get,” according to Reid. For the 22 new players suiting up for TRU this year it was a crash course in just how integrated the team is in the community as the players spent seven hours hanging out with young ball players who one day hope to be pulling on the white and orange jerseys of TRU baseball. New turf, who dis? Sep. 23, 2020 0 TRU men’s soccer wins bid to host nationals Cliffside Climbing Gym is offering a healthy hobby during COVID-19 Nov. 4, 2020 0 TRU Wolfpack celebrates All-Star players Mar. 4, 2020 0	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line228
__label__wiki	0.72274	0.72274	The Emotions ‘Blessed – The Emotions Anthology 1969-1985’ 2CD (BBR) 5/5 30th June 2016 ukvibe The medium of the CD is much decried, but where it wins hands down in format usefulness is when it spans several decades and separate labels of a given artist, and so it proves on this fully comprehensive overview of one of the most sublime vocal harmony groups in soul music, the Hutchinson sisters Sheila, Wanda and Jeanette, aka The Emotions. Devotees of Earth, Wind and Fire will marvel at the collaborations between that group and the sisters, but may be totally unaware of The Emotions earlier gospel-inflected soul on the off-shoot labels of Stax. Fans of Stax may well be unfamiliar with the later mid-1980s recordings of the sisters. While at Stax Isaac Hayes and David Porter were entrusted with song writing duties for The Emotions and came up with a few gems, most notably the downtempo, ‘Show me how’ from 1971, while another uptempo song and original b-side, ‘Blind alley’, revealed that the distinctive collective harmonies were already in evidence and like, the Everly and Louvin Brothers before them in country and pop music fields, the Hutchinson’s possessed a melodic gift that only siblings could truly conjure up. Not everything was wholly convincing as the Motown sounding, ‘From toys to boys’, from 1972 demonstrated. However, the sister hit a mid-1970s zenith with a trio of stunning albums, ‘Flowers’, ‘Sunbeam’ and ‘Blessed’, and unsurprisingly, this triumvirate comprises a large part of the songs on the new anthology. Classy uptempo numbers such as ‘Love vibes’ and the minor hit, ‘Shouting out love’. remain eternal soul favourites, but it was the pairing of the sisters with the Earth, Wind and Fire hit making factory that propelled the sisters to ever greater heights and these sides are rightly showcased here. Anthemic dance grooves succeeded one another with ‘I don’t want to lose your love’, ‘Best of my love’ and ‘Boogie wonderland’, all major hits’. Even the lesser popular songs were of a high calibre and these include the impeccable harmonies of ‘Smile’ from 1978, the classy ‘We go through changes’, and the subtler side to the group with the mid-1980s, ‘You’re the one’, that was in stark contrast to the prevailing simplistic hooks of the period. Irrespective of era, label or production stable, The Emotions were capable of producing their own sound. Impeccable sleeve notes with full colour front cover albums, individual listings of album details. terrific photos of the ladies in their prime, and ten pages of discographical information from music writer Christian John Wikane grace this superlative anthology. Previous PostChristopher Zuar Orchestra ‘Musings’ (Sunnyside) 4/5Next PostAhmad Jamal ‘Trio & Quintet Recordings with Ray Crawford’ 2CD (ÉL) 4/5	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line230
__label__cc	0.602863	0.397137	Home » Gossip » Minnie Driver Hot, Feet, Bikini and Body Measurements Minnie Driver Hot, Feet, Bikini and Body Measurements Posted On: 20 Jun, 2014 Neville Wakefield(rumor), Ryan Kavanaugh $20 Million Dollars 5 feet 10 inches Henry Story Driver Minnie Driver is an English actress, song writer and singer who are very popular and famous in the present context. Multitalented Minnie was born on 31 January 1970 in London, England, UK. She is daughter of Gaynor F. who was model at that time and her father was a Charles Ronald, who was businessman. She spent her childhood very happily and joyfully with her parents and her family. Talented and charming girl Minnie was deeply interested in the field of entertainment and she became so crazy in this field from her childhood. She was very popular and famous among her friends and teachers because she was very friendly and used to take part in different types of extra curriculum activities from her school days. She is very thankful to her parents because besides her success there is big hand of them so she always mention about their love, care, affection, attention and apperception in every step of her life and career. She can be the source of inspiration and youth icon for those who want to come in the world of entertainment and want to make a secure and good future in this amazing world of entertainment. She has gained a popular name and fame with very good income and high net worth. Of course she struggled a lot in the way of her life and career for her present status but all in all her biography teaches us to become more dedicated and hardworking to change our dreams into reality. She started her career in this field from commercials and she has played in numbers of commercials and governmental advertise. She gained a lot of experiences from small role of commercials and it helped her lot to enhance her career in her coming days. She is multitalented and never became engaged in only one field but even her become widely popular in the world of music. She used to sing in different stage and she was top guitarist at that period. She came in every ones attention when she played a leading role in Circle of Friends. It brought a turning point in her career and she started to get chances and opportunity in many others series and movies. After that she kept on playing in different movies and television series. So she is also able to win many awards and achievements in her life which helps her to feel proud and energetic for others movies. She is one of the successful personality and very satisfied with herself and enjoying her life in her own way. Talking about her physical appearances and her physical structure she is hot and sexy actress in the field entertainment. She never felt hesitate to expose her beauty and attraction in the rolling of camera which results her best and good pictures. She looks sexier in bikini, picture of her in bikini can be found in different sites and source. Standing on 1.78 m tall in height she looks very wonderful and attractive and her height suits her personality very well. Her body measurements are not disclosed yet. In her old age of 44 years also she is very energetic and active in her work and field. Stunning and long legs and feet are the plus point for her beauty. She is married personality but divorced with her husband. She was in affair with actors matt damon and Josh Brolin in her past. And she was dating them since few years. The mystery about her is that her baby father is no more. For more details one can find information in wiki and follow her in the twitter. Rachael Leigh Cook Hot, Legs, Feet and Body Measurements Born October 4, 1979 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, multi-talented Mario Lopez Gay, Partner and Shirtless Mario Lopez, his full name is actually Mario Michael Lopez Jr. Cher Lloyd Hot, Feet and Sexy English singer plus songwriter Cher Lloyd is a popular name in Simon Pegg Gay, Married, Wife, Daughter and Net Worth Simon Pegg is very talented and awesome English actor, comedia Stacey Dash Hot, Feet, Bikini and Body Measurements Stacey Lauretta Dash was born on January 20, 1967 (her age is Suzy Kolber Kissing and Affair Suzy Kobler is in her 40s now and she is still regarded as one Charlie Sheen Girlfriend, Affair and Dating Charlie sheen was Carlos Irwin Estevez on September 3, 1965, i Kate Bosworth Hot, Feet, Legs and Body Measurements Kate Bosworth is an American actress, model and singer, who is	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line231
__label__wiki	0.588351	0.588351	PRESS RELEASE: Oh The Horror! at S.P.A.C.E. in Burlington OH THE HORROR includes “Breath-taking” works by a group of ’strange,’ yet extraordinarily talented, artists and craftsmen: Beth Robinson, Marc Awodey, Janet Van Fleet, Kevin Montanaro, Lorraine Reynolds, Jme Wheeler, Isaac Wasuck, Jonathan Ward, Andrea Currie. Works range in mediums from paintings to strange dolls, to mad scientist installations and vintage horror movie posters. Opening Reception Friday, October 2 from 5:00-9:00pm for the First Friday Art Walk Closing party on Halloween 266 Pine Street, Suite 105 www.thetestsight.com Shown: "Robot Zombie" by Kevin Montanaro and "Rapture" by Jme Wheeler. Posted by janetvanfleet at 5:27 PM PRESS RELEASE: Cheryl Betz at Claire's in Hardwick Cheryl Betz will be exhibiting paintings at Claire's Restaurant, 41 Main Street in Hardwick during the month of October. There will be an Artist’s Reception on Monday, October 5, 2009 4:00 - 6:00. Shown: Fucus Vesiculosus Linnaeus II, oil on canvas Labels: Press release CURATOR'S ESSAY: Marina Pacilio at Julian Scott Memorial Gallery in Johnson by Leila Bandar, Gallery Director Marina Pacilio’s bigger-than-human-scale paintings completely fill the Julian Scott Memorial Gallery space. Ten luminous, large, un-stretched canvases awaken new perspectives on the figure, form, water, and light. Each call to the viewer in a different way with vivid depictions of brightness – sun in water, brightness in summer air, glow-bugs, and light – even winter in January. Silently, like a landscape behind glass, they offer value to those who look. Underwater scenes wrap nude self-portraits with deep, sea-green-hues, turquoise-blue, and yellowy-white sunlight that curls around hips, thighs, hands, and torso. In a painting of Pacilio’s mother, orange-red hues shine with yellow to make nurturing energy. As her mother’s elbow bends toward a blazing warmth, green-moths flit, like memories, overhead. On the opposite side of the same wall, a photo-realistic glimpse of Marina’s grandmother, surrounded by a dream-like/maroon-dark abyss, looks up to a cosmos of stars and fireflies. Winter scenes reveal close-ups of dry brittle grasses in a phthalo and cobalt-blue chill. And finally, we come to big and small jellyfish within the largest canvas. Here, Pacilio creates depth in a vast ocean with a tiny figure – a tenth of full-scale. In the realms of her canvas, Pacilio creates atmospheres from washes of oil and acrylic paint. These layers “unify both the spontaneous and the intentional aspects of [her] paintings” (Pacilio). In this exceptional culmination of three years spent in Johnson State College’s low-residency through the Vermont Studio Center, Pacilio reveals ambiguities that are both uniquely human, and also compassionate. Her elegant paintings create space and mood; they preserve a moment and reflect time, dedication, and skill. “Many of these paintings reference my dreams and reveries," Pacilio says in her Artist Statement. "These fantasies of mine often have unusual juxtapositions between seemingly incongruent images. I painted myself nude to show the vulnerability and exposure I feel by putting these images on display. I reference water and submersion in many of the paintings; underwater I am cocooned and safe, surrounded by silent solitude.” Marina Pacilio completes her M.F.A. this winter. The work will be on view at the Julian Scott Memorial Gallery at Johnson State College from Sept 21 – Oct 2, 2009. PRESS RELEASE: Hali Issente at Hartland Public Library Original Art by Hali Issente, Hartland Public Library, 153 Route 5, Hartland, Vermont An exhibition of new work by Hali Issente will be on view in the Hartland Public Library from October 1 - 31, 2009. A reception, free and open to the public, will take place Saturday, October 3rd from 6 to 8 pm. Hali Issente was born and raised in Hartland, Vermont. He has a degree from Goddard College, where his concentration was in the fine arts and cultural studies. Issente works as a graphic designer and part-time pottery decorator for the home furnishings company, ShackletonThomas. For his exhibition at the Hartland Public Library, Issente will be showing new paintings and mixed-media works on paper. During the reception, there will be an inventory sale of older work. The Hartland Public Library is located at 153 Route 5 in Hartland, Vermont. From I-91 use exit 9, then travel north on Route 5 for approximately one mile. It is located on the left side of the street, across from the Mobil station. Hali Issente hali.issente@gmail.com Posted by marc awodey MFA at 4:41 PM WALKABOUT: Art Walk in Montpelier by Janet Van Fleet I started my Art Walk at the Vermont Arts Council, checking out a new Sculpture Garden exhibit curated by Lindsey Carlson (inside, in the Spotlight Gallery, there's an exhibit of paintings by Margaret Lampe Kannenstine). The event was nicely catered with wine in real stemmed glasses. Very classy. Sculptors included Leila Bandar (left: Bend, Bow, Retain, Resist, 2009), Kat Clear (Garliques, 2007), Chris Curtis (Thought Prism, 2008 and Paleolithic Translation, 2009), David Tanych (Untitled, 2004), and Denis Versweyveld (right: Vermont Shrine, 2009) -- a delightful small building (about the size of a large person) with pristine, milk-white interior walls enclosing a simple, blocky little table holding three vessels. The effect was meditative, comforting, and intimate. At the Supreme Court there were big, bold paintings by Muffin Ray (exhibit reviewed on Vermont Art Zine here), and at the Statehouse (in the cafeteria and nearby spaces), I got to see the final exhibit of Champlain’s Lake Rediscovered: Vermont Artists Celebrate the Lake (you can see images of all 38 pieces in the exhibit here). The exhibit will be there through October 31. I decided not to go see the show of nature photographs by Roger Irwin at the Governor’s Office because I can’t stand the elaborate check-in, check-out, show your ID security. I don’t understand why they can remove the metal detector at the Supreme Court for art openings, but not lay back at the Governor’s Office. I thought the three branches of government were equal... The Lazy Pear was hopping, chock-a-block with people, and Mary Jo provided great refreshments as always (bite-size quiche-lets with mushrooms, thin homemade chocolate cookies, and great cheese). Wendy James and Steve Goodman, featured exhibitors, were there to talk with gallery-goers about their work. Goodman’s pieces were small-scale, square-format landscapes with loose brushwork. James showed both digital black-and-white collages that play with scale in humorous and surprising ways, as well as three new oil paintings (left) that have a strong narrative thrust. I couldn’t help connecting them in my mind like a graphic novel. At the ARA Gallery in City Center there was a group show by ARA members, Shown (at right) are pieces by Robin LaHue, Linda Maney, Cora Brooks, and Maggie Neale. My Art Walk finished at Langdon Street Café (left), which is showing paintings by the talented Azarian brothers, Ethan, Jesse, and Tim. You can see all this work (and more) during any other business day, so if you missed the Art Walk this evening, it doesn’t mean you missed the shows. PRESS RELEASE: David Russell Digital Art Exhibit Photographer David Russell will exhibit new work reflecting his exploration of digital art and painting in a one-day exhibit on Sunday, October 4, at the Northgate Community Hall, 275 Northgate Road, Burlington, VT. The exhibit will be open from 1-5:00 p.m., with an artist reception from 3-4:30 p.m. David has been a photographer for forty years, specializing in both street and fashion photography. This solo show marks his entry into the world of digital art and digital painting. Though some believe digital art is not “real” art, Russell disagrees. “Although materials and styles may vary, artists will continue to explore new methods and mediums, while retaining the important rules of composition, form, and color,” he says. Instead of a canvas, paint, and brushes, he uses a digital camera and technology to create his paintings. Beginning with a well thought out photograph giving much attention to composition, lighting, and color, he then uses the pixels of color within the photograph as paint, and alters the focus, color, and form to create a painting. “For me, photography is just the beginning of a process of creating images,” Russell states. “The rest is art and imagination.” PRESS RELEASE: Photostop opens in White River Junction Lia Rothstein announces that she has recently opened PHOTOSTOP in the Tip Top Media Arts Building in White River Junction, Vermont. PHOTOSTOP is located on the first floor in Suite 150 at 85 North Main Street. Lia created PHOTOSTOP as a place dedicated to showing, teaching, and sharing photography in response to the closing of so many photography-related places in the Upper Valley and throughout New England. She would welcome your input into the kinds of workshops you’d be interested in attending and the exhibition topics in which you’d be most interested. Upcoming planned exhibitions include the works of Jonathan Bailey and Sara Wight (December), Cynthia Beth Rubin, Olivia Parker, and other photographers. PHOTOSTOP’S inaugural exhibition, “Wheat, An American Series”, with photographs by Neal Rantoul, will open on October 23rd with a reception from 6-9 pm and a gallery talk at 7:30 pm. Rantoul is the director of the Photography Program at Northeastern University in Boston and a widely exhibited and published photographer. His work is held in the collections of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Fogg Museum at Harvard, the Kunsthaus in Zurich, the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, the Biblioteque Nationale in Paris, and many others. In conjunction with the exhibition, Rantoul will be teaching a workshop titled “Series Work: Beyond the Single Image” on October 24 and 25, from 10-4 pm. On November 14, Lia Rothstein will be teaching a workshop on “How to Create Your Own Photo or Art Book”. For registration information, please contact her at 802.698.0320. PHOTOSTOP Gallery will be open from 2-9 pm for a sneak preview during White River Junction’s October 2nd First Friday celebration. Once the Rantoul exhibit has opened, the gallery hours will be Wednesday through Saturday from 2-8 pm. On First Friday sand opening nights, the gallery will be open until 9 pm. PHOTOSTOP’s website is www.photostopvt.com. You can choose to subscribe to receive updates as they are posted on the site by clicking the button on the right side of the homepage. REVIEW: "Discarded and Salvage", Works by Muffin Ray at the Vermont Supreme Court by Cully Renwick The show takes its name from two pieces that bear those stenciled words. They are actually warehouse labels for textile goods; both “discarded” and “salvage” textiles have very big markets in the world. But here the words, being presented as art, are ambiguous, allowing the viewer to be less literal. Ray herself doesn’t hesitate to make comparisons between the Odyssey of her life and that of the recycled textiles she works with. In every piece the ideas of salvaging and re-purposing are obvious. Beautiful or plain, new or old, selected materials (pressed tin patterns, patchwork, upholstery, shipping bags, lace, quilt top) rough tough or dainty have been pasted down, cut up, thrown back together, and amber-varnished almost beyond recognition of what they once were. Yet each material maintains some important identity while becoming an element in a larger artwork. These large scale collages and constructions show Ray’s confident application of paint and design elements. The painter’s practiced hand balances rough materials with motifs of oriental budding branches, (Bed, top left image) ancient-seeming veneer, paint, and textile surfaces to create powerful yet graceful works. Ray makes it look easy. The outcome is strong, harmonious, often very striking, and always entertaining in its details. The surfaces may be three-dimensional with protruding rough seam edges or globules of paint (close detail, Discard I, top right image, ) or varnished stitchery or running color. Some pieces celebrate the texture and weave of uncolored cloth, while others are saturated with paint in reds, yellows, ochers, and black (Bird, above left), a painted portion typically divided from a collaged section, varnish and running contrasting paint uniting all (Untitled, below right). Ray’s selection process leaves us far, far from modern times. There is no shiny metallic cloth or hard-edged shape, no computer image. This is the frontier, the village, the reminiscence of ancient art--- in the hands of an expressionist. The big strongly colored wall hangings seem surprisingly warm to me, they are rich in detail without being noisy, and happy in color and imagery. One such painting could anchor a room like a hearth. Ray’s works are noble ends for her discarded and salvaged finds. Muffin Ray’s work will be on display at the Vermont Supreme Court building in Montpelier through October 29. The Supreme Court building is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed Friday, October 2) Posted by janetvanfleet at 10:17 AM REPRINT: Scot Borofsky's Wall of the Americas in Brattleboro By Arlene Distler Last July, during Brattleboro's monthly Gallery Walk, a phalanx of art lovers made their way to an empty lot behind a chain-link fence, off the well-trod gallery path. They were going to look at a mural executed on a foundation wall that rises up against one of the tiered streets that surround downtown. They saw artist Scot Borofsky's most recent gift to his hometown, a mural of sorts that he calls "Wall of the Americas." Borofsky brings to Brattleboro's landscape his unique vision - a blend of the enduring infused with the street-smarts of the here-and-now, a vision he offers to people who happens to wander by and lift their eyes. Borofsky cut his artist's teeth on the streets of New York City's Lower East Side in the '80s, when he first developed a love of an art form that doesn't fit tidily into a room, that you don't have to pay to see, and that viewers are obliged to see in the context of their daily lives. Borofsky attended Brandeis University and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Rhode Island School of Design in 1981. He received a Max Beckman painting scholarship to work at the Brooklyn Museum in 1981 and 1982. Just out of school, Borofsky joined the influential cadre of painters of that era, painting 25 "wallworks" and then going on to be represented by Mokotoff Gallery, one of Manhattan's leading galleries at that time. Borofsky's work is featured in three books on the street art movement.He returned to Vermont in 1991. While media - and law enforcement - focused on the renegade aspect of "tagging" and street art, according to Borofsky the real message always was that art is meant to be integrated with life. "Street art takes in, by its nature, the immediate surroundings: telephone poles, street lights, bridge abutments," he said. "It all becomes part of the artwork." Coming down Elm Street from Canal to Frost Street, one gets a distant, intriguing glimpse. But the work is meant to be seen at street level and, when the artwork comes into view, it opens into a colorful world of an Andean rainforest, the geometric, abstract visual remains of an ancient civilization. Street art meets Vermont Borofsky's colors (courtesy of Krylon spray paint, used since his New York heyday) are somehow both subtle and primary: reds, oranges, greens, and blues. One section's design is bright purple. There are geometric spirals, "stepped" shapes that use the bricks to enhance the design, stylized animal forms, looming mountains. During the five-year gestation period when Borofsky first noticed the wall and realized it was a perfect canvas for his art, he learned of the petroglyphs - primitive rock carvings, along the Connecticut River in Bellows Falls, some 20 miles north. The artist has incorporated a facsimile of those petroglyphs into one area of the mural. Honoring the mural's location in southern Vermont has been an important part of the process. "I wanted the images on the wall to have a connection with where it is, so I included the petroglyphs, and painted local wildlife like deer, squirrels, fish into it," Borofsky's says. The thunderbird, or eagle, an oft-repeated image in Native American art, shows up here, as it often does in Borofsky's oeuvre. Fair enough, as eagles nest at the Quabbin Reservoir, a few miles south into Massachusetts. "I am taken with the idea that civilizations rise, flourish, disappear; and that ultimately nature prevails," he says. Thus it was important, says Borofsky, that this wall has sections that have architectural "nooks." Something has been there and is now gone. And in this case nature has definitely prevailed. The artist confessed he had to hack his way through overgrowth to get close enough to paint. Thick vines still drape over the top of the wall. He found a birdhouse nearby that had broken open and revealed a miniature moose head inside - presumably for the edification of its bird tenants. Recalling that story seems to delight him. "I love the specific history of a place," he says. "It all affects the painting." Borofsky says he worked for eight hours a day for three days, then eight days for three hours a day - geometric balance, even in his work schedule. "And then some tweaking," he adds. Finding his own vocabulary In a 2005 artist's statement, Borofsky described the development of the geometric motifs that pervade his work. "For a long time, as I emulated Ancient Chinese landscape painting or Pre-Columbian abstraction and graphic design, I simultaneously developed my personal collection of symbols, using methods of 'blind drawing' invented by the artists in the Dada art movement," he wrote. "These symbols I set in different cultural and historic contexts, such as outdoor urban spray-paint installations or painted photographs from the ruins of Pompeii. They were often abstracted from drawings of animals or people. I look for archetypes." Borofsky then "randomly began to draw these symbols right on top of each other, building up visual relationships and a 'story' between them," he wrote. In admiring the work of abstract expressionist painter Philip Guston, Borofsky discovered that Guston made creative use of the golden mean. "It seems he used this ancient system as a base for improvisation, much as a blues musician improvises freely by sticking to the 1-4-5 blues chord progression," Borofsky wrote. "I thought, if this worked for Guston, it's worth a try. This was a major breakthrough for me." Borofsky has since pared down his visual vocabulary - a result, he says, of "taking everything out that wasn't mine." "It's sad," he continues, "because I love the artists that my work referenced in the past," citing in particular Gericault and his "Raft of the Medusa," which was the inspiration for a series of paintings in 2000. The process of letting go of influences is akin to "growing up and setting sail," he asserts. The disparate elements in "Wall of the Americas" evoke the feeling of a "ruin" while the work retains a visual integrity, perhaps arrived at not only through the long, patient execution, but also through the power of the artist's unique vision. Borofsky, using very ancient motifs and images in a 21st-century context, asks more of the viewer as well, hoping that the art can be viewed without the aid of the familiar, without previous knowledge of art history. The same impulse, perhaps, inspired artists of the early part of the twentieth century, Picasso in particular, to incorporate themes from African art. Borofsky has traveled extensively throughout Mexico and points south, and his visual language is thoroughly steeped in Pre-Columbian iconography and symbols, a time when images were inseparable from the spirits of the people who created, and appreciated, them. "My influences come from diverse sources such as the stepped geometrics of Aztec culture, Mixtec weaving, Mayan ruins, and Navajo and Plains Indian art," says Borofsky. In "Wall of the Americas" in particular, he quotes ancient forms, using sketches he made while traveling. Still, these forms have become a personal vocabulary and are transformed through Borofsky's sophisticated sensibility, through juxtaposition with invented forms and their context. Along with Pre-Columbian imagery, Borofsky has inserted a section inspired by Japanese art, a stylized depiction of distant cloud-topped mountains, a motif often found in his murals and canvases. Peaceful imagery Currently Borofsky is working on several paintings in the lobby of the downtown building where he has maintained a studio for many years, the Barber Building, owned by his family and housing at street level the family business, Sam's Outdoor Outfitters. And so, in the lobby murals Borofsky has chosen the inspiration of Mount Wantastiquet, a few hundred feet across the Connecticut River from the door of the building, and the Green Mountains surrounding Brattleboro on its western and northern edge. In discussing these paintings Borofsky talks about his artistic decisions. "The colors and shapes have a psychological impact. I think about that! I try to have my designs be uplifting. For example," he continues, "a Japanese pagoda's shape and a Roman arch give very different feelings." When they are finished, the painter hopes they will instill a sense of mountain light and peace. This article was previously published in The Commons Newspaper, Brattleboro, Vermont. Arlene Distler lives in Brattleboro, Vermont, her base of operations as a free-lance writer, poet and artist. With a fine arts background, she writes primarily on the visual arts for Vermont newspapers and magazines, and regionally for Art New England. She may be reached at arlene@arlenedistler.com (web site in progress) Photographs by Ezra Distler, a freelance photographer based in southern Vermont. He can be contacted by email at ezradistler@gmail.com. PRESS RELEASE: "Fundamentally Vermont" at Artisans Guild in St. Johnsbury Many visitors to Vermont come looking for what can be increasingly difficult to find – an authentic experience of the “old Vermont,” something deeper down than brilliant fall color. “Fundamentally Vermont,” a new exhibition opening October 2 at the Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild, is one place to sample the treasures of Vermont’s past through special lenses, the camera of Richard W. Brown, and through the vernacular pine furniture of Cookeville Woodworking. More information about the artists may be found on their respective Websites, www.rwbrownphotography.com and www.cookevillewoodworking.com. Cookeville Woodworking in Corinth has been producing handcrafted furniture and accessories in Vermont since 1989. A variety of cabinets, cupboards, nightstands, and hand-carved mirror frames are created with reclaimed materials: old doors, architectural moldings, antique lumber, and cut nails. Cookeville Woodworking uses native harvested pine, which is specially cut by a local band-saw mill. By using reclaimed lumber and antique styles, Cookeville has honored both the thrift and the aesthetic of Vermont’s classic country heritage. Richard Brown, of Peacham, also has given concrete form to his appreciation of Vermont and its history. Brown had the vision to photograph the vanishing Vermont of hill farms and country ways commencing some thirty-five years ago. His observations fill a number of treasured books on Vermont and other New England locales. Brown, in “The Soul of Vermont,” (published in 2001) describes with his photographic images and words, not four but six seasons. The sensitivity of the artist, communicated through his works, has the potential of making what he sees more visible to others. In the book Brown states, “. . . I am drawn to certain subjects and themes. I have a weakness for birch trees, barns, draft horses, cemeteries, landscapes with sheep or cows in them, bodies of water, still or moving, the moon, rising or setting, and anything . . . that bears witness to past Vermonters’ short time in this obstinate paradise. . . “ Through the artists’ gift of finding beauty in everyday surroundings viewers may deepen their own appreciations of Vermont landscapes and structures and the people who shaped them. The exhibition, “Fundamentally Vermont: Photography by Richard Brown and Furniture by Cookeville Woodworking,” will run from October 2 through November 20, 2009 at the Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild’s 430 Railroad Street gallery in St. Johnsbury. A reception to honor the artists’ work will be held there on Saturday, October 10, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. All are welcome to attend. Photograph: Theron Cooking Supper “Corner Cabinet,” by Cookeville Woodworking PRESS RELEASE: Five Women’s Stories Told Through the Art of Burlington Artist Valerie Hird BURLINGTON, VT — Renowned Burlington artist Valerie Hird unveils her latest work, The Maiden Voyages Project: The Diaries of Five Women, in an artist’s reception on Friday, October 2 from 5:30 to 8 pm in the Amy E. Tarrant Gallery at the Flynn Center. The collection, which is an exhibition of visual blogs, remains on display from Friday, October 2 through Saturday, January 2. The Maiden Voyages Project is the translation from text to images of the diaries of five women: four from the Middle East—Iran, Egypt, Jordan, and the Palestinian West Bank—and the artist herself, an American from Vermont. On the same day, once a month for one full year, each woman kept a detailed journal of her day. The diaries, all illustrated by Valerie Hird, are intended to make the lives of real women of varying cultures and backgrounds more accessible. To Americans inured to the incessant media reportage of war, Maiden Voyages reduces the overwhelming issues of religion, cultural difference, and politics to a more human and intimate scale. The project moves beyond conflict- based vocabulary and allows individuals to interact on a personal level. Many of the illustrations are dedicated to the mendacity of work, home, and family—the most accessible aspects of daily life, yet the least understood in our exposure to other cultures. Although the site is bi-lingual (Arabic/English), the illustrations have very little text, thus minimizing the issues surrounding translation. The Amy E. Tarrant Gallery—an extension of the Flynn Lobby— is open to the public on Saturdays from 11 am to 4 pm. Performance attendees may also view exhibits prior to MainStage shows and during intermission. To receive information about upcoming gallery exhibits and artist receptions, update your “My Account” page at www.flynncenter.org. above: August by Valarie Hird mixed media drawing Posted by marc awodey MFA at 12:57 PM PRESS RELEASE: “The Art of Devotion: Panel Painting in Early Renaissance Italy” Middlebury, VT— On Sept. 18, the Middlebury College Museum of Art will open an important exhibition focused on early fifteenth-century Italian paintings and sculptures. Entitled The Art of Devotion: Panel Painting in Early Renaissance Italy, the exhibit—which has been guest curated by Katherine Smith Abbott, Assistant Professor of History of Art and Architecture and Associate Dean of the College—brings together fifteen remarkable works from ten different collections, and addresses salient themes such as artistic training and technique, patronage, function, and conservation. The impetus for the exhibition was the Museum’s 2005 acquisition of a devotional panel of the Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Nicholas of Bari, attributed to the Florentine painter, Lippo d’Andrea. Preserved in its original frame and recently conserved, this painting will serve as one focus of the exhibit. At heart a collaborative venture, the creation of early fifteenth-century panel paintings in Italy depended upon a tight network of connections between patrons, painters, woodworkers, and gilders. The product of these interactions was an object that served both as a focus for devotion, and as an emphatic statement about wealth and status. Patrons drove demand for large-scale altarpieces as well as for smaller devotional objects intended for domestic spaces. More often than not, these individuals served as vital conduits, directing the iconography of a given painting, indicating the shape and motif of a carved and gilded frame, and establishing how much money could be expended in the acquisition of such precious materials as lapis lazuli pigment and gold leaf. Paintings such as the Madonna and Child, attributed to the Master of 1419 and on loan from the Ackland Museum of Art at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, underscore this reality: although small in scale, the panel reveals the use of rich pigments and a significant quantity of gold leaf. When displayed in the patron’s home, such an object would have confirmed the owner’s piety, while instantly communicating volumes about wealth and taste. The same was true for the patron who owned a sculptural bust attributed to the Circle of Lorenzo Ghiberti, now in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Sensitively modeled and painted to underscore the affectionate relationship between the Madonna and Christ, this work and its near-double, from the Mount Holyoke College Art Museum, were understood to exert a particular impact on women and children. At the same time, the stylistic association with one of Florence’s leading sculptors, Lorenzo Ghiberti, confirmed the patron’s taste and prestige. Devotion in Renaissance Italy was undeniably a matter of business and craft, as well as an aesthetic and religious experience, and the range of works included in The Art of Devotion captures the way in which early Renaissance patrons understood the place of art in their lives. Tradition and innovation have long been seen as complementary forces in the development of Italian Renaissance art. While surveys of this period tend to focus on the innovative departures of artists such as Masaccio, Ghiberti, and Brunelleschi, this exhibit focuses on their counterparts: artists valued for their knowledge of and appreciation for tradition. They were contemporaries of the artist Cennino Cennini, who wrote Il Libro dell’Arte (The Craftsman’s Handbook) around 1390, providing for artists the closest thing to a “how-to” manual for its time. In it, Cennini urges young artists to “…submit yourself to the direction of a master for instruction as early as you can; and do not leave the master until you have to.” By apprenticing with an established artist from the age of 12 or so, and by training his eye and hand through constant copying, the young artist learned the techniques of the day, even as he absorbed the style of his master. In this way, artists such as Ventura di Moro, Lippo d’Andrea, and Giovanni dal Ponte carried forward approaches to iconography, composition, and style established by a preceding generation. Because many of the artists represented in The Art of Devotion were close contemporaries, even occasional collaborators, museum visitors will enjoy the opportunity to observe at close range stylistic affinities borne of common patterns of training, as well as intentional emulation. The materials of early Renaissance artists will be on display in the exhibit, allowing viewers a first-hand understanding of the many layers that contributed to the final surfaces of tempera paintings. Typically rendered on panels of poplar wood, tempera paintings were built up through an exacting, time-consuming method that included layers of gesso and gesso-soaked linen, under-drawings either transferred from prepared cartoons or drawn freely on the panel, layers of gold leaf laid on top of a binder known as bole, and many thin layers of tempera, a pigment that was bound with egg yolk to ensure brilliance, as well as permanence. Additional enhancements, including decorative punchwork in areas of gold leaf (such as haloes) and gilded, low-relief ornaments known as pastiglia, are evident in many of the works in the exhibit. By viewing dry pigments, gesso, gold leaf, paint brushes, and drawing materials, as well as a model for an altarpiece frame, visitors to the exhibit will come closer to understanding exactly how artists fabricated the stunning works on view. The Art of Devotion includes thirteen paintings and two sculptures intended for a range of spaces and devotional functions. Two large triptychs, one attributed to Lippo d’Andrea and on loan from the Yale University Art Gallery, and another by Ventura di Moro and on loan from Marco Grassi, NYC, reflect the practice whereby fifteenth-century patrons dedicated large sums of money to the creation of paintings that served as a visual anchor in public churches. This activity was both pious and self-serving, as the patrons sought the assurance of salvation through the act of their generosity. Both of these altarpieces depict the Virgin and Child enthroned, flanked by standing saints, some of whom may have been the patron saints of the donors themselves. This altarpiece pair is particularly intriguing from the perspective of connoisseurship, as well. As scholars have labored to comprehend fully the career of Lippo d’Andrea, his works have at times been confused with those painted by Ventura di Moro. In viewing these two large-scale and well-preserved works, as well as three others attributed to Lippo, visitors will have the opportunity to engage the very real mysteries faced by art historians working to unravel Renaissance artistic identities and to secure attributions. As noted, Middlebury’s Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Nicholas of Bari by Lippo d’Andrea was recently conserved, a process that both enhanced the brilliance of the painting and brought to light several details long-covered by earlier generations of touch-ups and re-painting. Photographs of the conservation process will be on view, and visitors will be introduced to some of the key features of that conservation process. In addition, visitors will encounter questions of conservation throughout the exhibit, as other works on view reveal a range of conservation practices employed in the past. Just as The Art of Devotion introduces viewers to the practice of painting in early Renaissance Italy, it offers insight into the means by which contemporary conservators strive to reveal and preserve the achievements of early Renaissance painters. PRESS RELEASE: Jasper Tomkins illustrations at Gifford Hospital Illustrations by Jasper Tompkins, an award-winning author of children's books, are on view at the Gifford Hospital Gallery in Randolph until October 28, 2009. The show features 29 paintings and illustrations from three of Jasper's books. None of the artwork is for sale, but those three children's books are for sale in the Gifford gift shop. Jasper Tomkins, who moved from Washington State to Vermont in the summer of 2007, is a recipient of the International Children's Book Award, National Children's Choice Award, Pacific Northwest Booksellers Award, and others. He has written and illustrated 11 children's books (with many more incubating!). Website at www.jaspertomkins.com Nagoya/Vermont Here's another Vermont project calling for art in action: An international exhibition, January 27 - February 10, in Nagoya, Japan. ON THE PLANET: we will live on this planet, curated by the Japanese videographer, Izuru Mizutani. His proposal, conceived of in relation to the 2010 Conference on Biodiversity to be held in Nagoya later in the year, was awarded this curatorial slot at the Yada Gallery of the Nagoya Citizens Museum. Four Vermont Artists, Sophie Hood, Janet Fredericks, Janet Van Fleet and Riki Moss have been invited to install individual work together in a 1200 square foot space. Their idea is to envision some aspect of biodiversity on this planet, collectively presented in a way that celebrates our rural Vermont environment, its beauty and vulnerability distinct from the urban landscapes inspiring the other eleven artists from Japan and New York, and to spotlight the alarming escalation of species loss, technically a period of "mass extinction", largely caused by the exploding population and actions of a single species - us. As Andrew C. Revkin recently wrote on his New York Times blog Dot Earth, "It’s clear that the arts, from visual to musical, can have a role in shaping how people perceive the planet and their place on it.” That's the challenge: how do these four artists intend affecting perception? Janet Van Fleet exploring the web of life: Riki Moss reassembles curious bio forms. Sophie Hood's wearable creature-sculptures from plastic bags. Janet Fredricks marks the river as she walks it. Later in the year, Vermont will reciprocate with many more artists exhibiting in Barre at SPA and at the Millstone historic quarries, and at Flynndog during next year's Art Hop. A video documenting these exhibits and the artists' perspectives will be offered for screening at the the tenth anniversary of the 191 parties to the United Nations' Convention on Biodiversity, which will be held in Nagoya in October, 2010. So, can the visual arts affect government? Are the perceptions, the questioning, the mark making, envisioning, crafting, conceptualizations - the tools of the visual artist - capable of urging compassion for our vulnerable planet? Is the depiction of earth's beauty enough to convince a person - a government - that the earth is worthy of care? Can we even comprehend that we are all part of one being? Or are we only interested in saving ourselves? Or is it up us? Can we conceive of our own species extinction? Follow along on the blog Nagoya/Vermont. Posted by Riki Moss at 1:25 AM Labels: essay, lecture, profile PRESS RELEASE: A Splash of Color at The Lazy Pear Gallery The Lazy Pear Gallery is proud to present the work of Vermont artists Steven Goodman and Wendy James in the show, “A Splash of Color,” September 23 through November 15. This show features two artists that use vibrant colors sparingly but with powerful effect. The technique helps these artists to create paintings that are simultaneously eye-catching and calming. In addition, the show includes Wendy James' black and white photomontages. In these images Wendy combines multiple photographs to create mysterious, surrealistic, and humorous senarios that force the viewer to reconcile an instant in time that initially looks realistic but, on closer inspection, is obviously impossible. The Lazy Pear Gallery will host an artist reception on Friday, September 25, from 4 pm to 8 pm, during the Montpelier Art Walk to give the public an opportunity to meet the artists and learn more about their work. The Lazy Pear Gallery is located at 154 Main Street, Montpelier, VT. It has off-street parking and is ADA accessible. Additional information about the gallery and Wendy James’ work can be found at www.lazypear.com or by calling (802) 223-7680. Posted by marc awodey MFA at 10:09 AM PRESS RELEASE: Feick Arts Center to Feature Art Faculty POULTNEY, VT - Faculty members in the Green Mountain College art program kick off the academic year with a show at the Feick Fine Arts Center. Exhibitors include Jennifer Baker, Karen Swyler, Jonathan Taylor, Richard Weinstein and Dick Weis. The faculty exhibit opens September 7. An artist reception will be heldat the Feick on September 10 from 4-6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Prof. Jennifer Baker (arts & sciences) holds a master's of arts degree in medical and biological illustration from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a bachelor of arts degree in graphic design from San Jose State University. She recently returned from a sabbatical focused in part on developing a partnership between GMC and the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center in West Rutland. Prof. Karen Swyler (art) regularly exhibits her ceramic work across the country. Her pieces have been featured in recent shows including "Functional Art," a three-person show at Celadon Gallery in Water Mill, N.Y. and a two person show: "Pat Swyler & Karen Swyler: Mother/Daughter" at m.t. Burton Gallery in Surf City, N.J. Adjunct professor of photography Jonathan Taylor holds a BA from Marlboro College, and has completed graduate work at institutions including the University of Vermont and Columbia College of Art. Prof. Richard Weinstein (fine art) maintains his work with the Cove Gallery in Wellfleet, Mass. and the John Rugg Gallery on Nantucket. He holds a MFA in painting from the University of Florida. Prof. Dick Weis (fine art) was recently accepted as a Fulbright Senior Specialist in Art and will be on the Fulbright Specialist roster for the next five years. He runs Otherweis Limited with his wife, Nancy Weis, as an umbrella for their studio work in painting, drawing, printmaking, fibers, handmade paper and installation and for their work as artist-educators. The faculty exhibit will be on display through October 2. The Feick Fine Arts Center is open to the public Monday through Friday from 1-5 p.m. There is no admission charge. PRESS RELEASE: Vermont North by Hand Annual Autumn Studio Tour Vermont North by Hand Artisans’ Co-op will be holding its annual Open Studio Weekend Tour on the weekend of October 3rd and 4th, with studios open from 10am to 5 pm. For two days, the public will have an opportunity to visit some of the Upper Valley’s best artisans and crafts people in their working environments. Twenty workshops and studios will be displaying, selling and demonstrating a wide variety of handcrafted items made in Vermont. Original works of pottery, hand-painted silk clothing, sheepskin coats and accessories, hand-colored etchings, and watercolor paintings will be on view. Other artists include a cabinet maker that builds furniture from reclaimed antique lumber, and a rustic furniture maker who will demonstrate his portable sawmill. Food will be available at the Corinth Town Hall. Vermont North by Hand is a non-profit artists’ cooperative which has sponsored this open studio tour for four years. Vermont North promotes and supports the appreciation of the arts through events, studio tours and educational programs. Bruce Murray, a long-time local potter and president of the organization said, “We look forward to opening our workshops and studios. Autumn is a wonderful time of year to display and discuss the fine work done by the members of Vermont North Artisans by Hand. ” Three artists -- Mark Nielsen, James Gardner, and Tony Conner (images, left to right) -- will be showing their work at Towle Hill Studios, 28 Center Road, in Corinth. Brochures with maps are available by calling Bruce Murray at 802-222-5798, or visit Vermont North By Hand’s website Vermont North By Hand gratefully acknowledges the support of this event by: North of the Falls Gallery, Perry’s Oil Service, and Wells River Savings Bank. Armoires by Bill Peberdy of Cookeville Woodworking WALKABOUT: 2009 South End Art Hop in Burlington This year I started Art Hopping from the SEABA office at 180 Flynn Avenue, where they are exhibiting the work of seven artists loosely arranged around the idea of food and eating. Michael Kuk’s funny installation, Bulk Shopping, is right inside the front door, and three pastel and collage pieces by Cathy McCarthy were great backdrops for the volunteers hard at work at Art Hop Central. We walked out the back door of the office into the warren of studios, hallways, and businesses that populate this old industrial building, happy to be guided by Mark Waskow (SEABA’s Art Hop Chair and a well-known art collector), who knows his way around, also knows everybody, and is both speedy and indefatigable. In a back hallway I found this impressive carved door by Jenna Kelly, displayed on an old steel-clad door. It is at once strongly primitive, like the African Dogon carved granary and house doors, and also emphatically contemporary, like the graphic art of Keith Haring. A few feet away, up a small staircase, Borough Studio and Gallery is displaying work by their three excellent resident artists – Emily Wilson (enthusiastic circular forms and linear extensions), Jodi Whalen (cityscapes and occasional bug-like cars), and Shawna Cross (abstract oils). On to Flynndog, whose hall is dominated by huge, impressive banners by Peter Schumann, one of Vermont’s resident geniuses. His wall paintings and texts however, along with photographs by Ayman Mohyeldin, seem a bit more like journalism or reportage than like art, if it’s possible (or desirable) to make such judgements... The other spaces at 208 Flynn Avenue are less like warrens and more like upscale urban enterprises, but still hard to find your way into and through if you don’t know what’s what. Downstairs at Galen Health Care Solutions, I liked Sam Thurston’s line-drawing illustrations of passages from Chaucer, Keats, and Shelly. At Propeller Media Works, Keith Wagner’s metal sculpture and paintings, and new work by Hal Mayforth, are elegant and well-displayed. Nearby, and with a similarly prosperous feeling, Select Design is showing several interesting suites of work – ceramic sculpture by Alex Consantino (which suffered a bit from being displayed on the visually-noisy brick walls), digital prints by Mark Gonyea (“Mr. Oblivious”), and mixed media works by Adam Devarney. His acrylic paintings of hands combined with tanks (the elements of the paintings are cut out and re-assembled on panels with acrylic medium) were particularly compelling. Downstairs at Frontside Foundation, the feeling was a mite funkier, with wild and wooly paintings by Mikey Welsh. In the back of the space, Welsh has painted a fabulous mural on the wall in front of the restrooms. And on the other side of the exhibit room, Beth Pearson’s paintings and monoprints provide a counterpoint that is a bit more sedate (but not at all stodgy). Up Pine Street to the heart of the Hop. I digress to say that even someone on a reviewing mission can only look at so much work before eye fatigue begins to set in (well, unless you’re Mark Waskow, maybe...). In previous years I’ve started from the north end, and worked my way south, but this time I did it the other way around. I don’t know if it’s that change in my navigational system, or whether it’s a change that’s happened out there in the world, but I experienced a real difference between the more polished fit and finish of the Flynn Avenue spaces and the funkier displays in the Pine Street venues. With the exception of the new SPACE (Soda Plant Artist Collective Environment) area and the Alderson/Jordan Silverman space, I began to feel slightly oppressed by the dark, unfinished surfaces and tight hallways (at the Soda Plant) and the clunky hanging systems (at the Maltex Building). But some clunky hangers can be invigorating (and perfect), like in Al Salzman’s exhibit, THE ECONOMY: Seven Allegories, outside the truck entrance to Sterling Hardwoods. Out front, he had a statement in rhyming couplets called The Bull Market, and a quote from Nietzsche, “We have art so that we do not die of reality,” behind which the acrylic paintings on oval canvases stood in a line, sporting protective plastic bags ready to be drawn down in case of rain. Art Hop is a work of love, enthusiasm, and art appreciation for which the city of Burlington should be both proud and grateful. Many of the exhibits (including the juried show in the Soda Plant hallways, open 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday and 10 am - 2 pm Saturday/Sunday) are open for the rest of September. Have a look at the SEABA website and call places you’re interested in visiting to see if they are still welcoming visitors. Labels: Walkabout About Vermont Art Zine Vermont Art Zine provides writeups and reviews of Vermont exhibitions great and small, publishes essays on a range of matters of interest to our visual arts community, and posts links to art resources, portfolios, and blogs by Vermont artists and others (see below). We hope to broaden the range of venues and artists under general discussion with the goal of fostering greater aesthetic awareness, stronger support for the visual arts, and the creation of a critical community in Vermont, for Vermont. Vermont Art Zine encourages contributions from Vermont art critics and reviewers, as well as unsolicited contributions on topics in the visual arts from a diverse range of artists’ voices from around the Green Mountain State. Editor/Publisher: Meg Brazill vermontartzine@gmail.com Co-Founders: Marc Awodey & Janet Van Fleet Our facebook page is updated frequently with headlines and images. Please COMMENT and discuss what's happening on VAZ and in the visual arts community! Post your own news and links! How to submit a PRESS RELEASE We'd love to post your venue's press release. Please send us a prose paragraph of text about the exhibition/event AND one or more jpeg images. Please DO NOT send just an electronic exhibition card. We reserve the right to decline inadequate press releases. Send your text and image(s) to: WRITE FOR VERMONT ART ZINE! We want Vermont Art Zine to be a commons for our Vermont visual arts community, with information and pictures about shows, artists, and venues around the state. To make that happen, we need artist/writer participation from many, many different voices in many different places in Vermont. Do you have ideas about issues and hot-button topics in the visual arts? We post questions for response and debate. Let us hear from you! Write to us at vermontartzine@gmail.com How To Add Your Link If you're a Vermont artist or a visual arts presenter, we'd be happy to list your website or blog (one of each) in our LINKS. Send your link to vermontartzine@gmail.com. If you'd put up a reciprocal link, that would be great! Appreciators Blog Listing Policy Vermont Art Zine offers to link to one blog per Vermont artist. Send your request to the addresses above. We reserve the right to remove blogs from this list if they have been without a new post for 6 months. If you use your blog more as a website (that is, you put it up and then more or less leave it, with just occasional updates), ask us to list it under VT Artists instead. Vermont Artist Blogs Still Learning To See James Vogler David Russell's Digital Canvas Art Rolls On A Happy Conjunction of Writing and Visuals SDA Vermont Yellow Dog Farm VT Tis the Season…to KNIT! Revealed Presence Photography Artist’s talk and video Why do reviewers ignore online artists and art sites? Carol E. S. MacDonald Rokeby Museum/NYTimes article Heilig Art Shop Square Store + Etsy Open !!! Les Aldridge - oil and pencil Cloudscape - Lake Willoughby, VT evasikons Photographic Mystery Solved: Krieger/Malerman Edition Candy Barr Artist Painting a Day Billy Brauer’s Life Model Class b mused Wood Is Art Last Pieces of 2018 BETWEEN WATERS Lake Champlain, Moving Light Bhakti Ziek Website for New Work Beth Robinson's Strange Dolls Online Studio Sale sewing susan Brattleboro Muse Painting On Silk With Thickened Dyes Two Tigers Creations Michael Strauss Across Roads Center for the Arts…. today! S.P. Goodman Winter stream Studio and Garden At the Met: The Power of Simple Form Creature Kinships and Natural Affinities News update- a new calendar for sale! Color Forward - Art and Nature by Ann Young A NEW PAINTING BEGUN The Sound of Stillness Promo Hypermart High Tide at the Orpheum ground cover in the rain colormusings SEAN SCULLY: PAINTING glimmeringprize Exciting News- Vermont Harvest Folk Art - Doreen Frost IT'S HERE ~ From Our Hands Registration ♥♥ Secrets of A Modern Painter Atelier of Edward Kadunc Shore with Palms by Libby Welch Helen Shulman Pryor Fine Arts, Atlanta, GA dona mara Influences around me. Jaclyn Bishop, an art blog Safari Mural NOT ENTIRELY VISIBLE New Dog City @dibbledog.com Anna Dibble Commission @ LIAM’S in Seattle, WA Janet Fredericks OPEN STUDIO, OCTOBER 26, 2013 sampling of available prints, sketches, drawings, paintings and more... Kerin Rose Jewelry This ‘n that…….. Art of the Natural World World of Art: The Hyde Collection: Modern Nature Artist In Residence Co-op HANS JAENSCH Winding River Studio Light of a Summer's Day, oil on panel, 16 x 24 Jude Bond Curious Girl Gathering Winooski 7/14/12 Authentic Awakening I will find a way Brian Sylvester Karen Dawson (ArtVermont) on Twitter DoAn Art Alice Eckles's Blog Open Museum Vermont Artists Listing Policy We will be happy to link to one website for each Vermont artist. If you have a website and a blog, we will link to one of each. A Vermont artist is someone who resides in the state for more than half the year. Artist websites should be about the visual artwork of the artist. It's OK to sell through your site, but it should be your own work. VT Artists Adam Devarney Adrian Tans Alexandra Bottinelli Alice Murdoch Amalia Elena Verall Amanda Wright Andrew Orr Andy Duback Ann Street Bailey Ann Young Anna Dibble Annemie Curlin Annette Lorraine Annie Caswell Annie Gould Antony Galbraith August Burns Ayn Baldwin Riehle B. Amore Barbara Molloy Bethany Bond Bethany Farrell Bonnie Christensen Briony Morrow- Cribbs Brook Monte Bruce Hathaway Bryce Levan Cushing Cameron Schmitz Candy Barr Carley Stevens McLaughlin Carol MacDonald Carol Norton Caroline Tavelli-Abar Carolyn Enz Hack Carolyn Mecklosky Carrie Diel Casey Blanchard Chris Jeffrey Christine LaMar Clair Dunn Corey Hathorn Corrina Thurston Cynthia Crawford Dan Gottsegen David A. Russell David Hurwitz David Kearns David Utiger Deborah Franke Reese Deidre Scherer Delia Robinson Diane Gabriel Dominique Gustin Doreen Frost Doris Florig dug Nap Elisa Freeman Elizabeth Cleary Elizabeth Nelson Elizabeth Torak Ellen Powell Emmett Leader Erica Lawlor Schmidt Fran Bull Frank Woods Gabriel Boray Gabrielle Tsounis Gail Salzman Galen Cheney Georgia Landau Gina M. D'Amico Gisela Alpert Glenn Campbell Grace Nelson Greg Mamczak Hal Mayforth Harry Rich Heidi Broner Isaac Wasuck Isabella McCartney Jack Rowell Jackie Mangione Jacob Martin Jane Horner Janet McKenzie Janet Van Fleet Janet Wormser Janice Hunt Jason Boyd Jason Hartwick Jayne Shoup Jeff Clarke Jennifer Hubbard Jennifer Koch Jerry Geier Jess Graham Joan MacKenzie Joanne Best John Brickles John Paul Gardner John Snell Jolene Garanzha Joshua Givens Joy Huckins-Noss Judith Kniffin Judy Laliberte Julie Paveglio Julie Ruth June Campbell Karen Bunch Karen Dawson Karen Day-Vath Karen Deets Karen Geiger Kate Longmaid Kate Pond Katherine Clear Kathleen Kolb Kathy Black Kathy Marmor Kathy Stark Kelly McMulen- Fekert Ken Leslie Kerin Rose Kerry O. Furlani Kevin Bubriski Kristin Richland Laura DeCapua Leila Bandar Leslie C. Baker Leslie Fry Linda Durkee Linda E. Jones Linda Maney Linda Marcille Lisa Lillibridge Liza Myers Lois Eby Lorraine C Manley Lynn Ann Powers Lynn Rupe Maggie Neale Maggie Standley Malcomb Dubois Mallory Rich Marc Awodey Marian Willmott Marie LaPre' Grabon Marjorie Kramer Mark Goodwin Mark Lorah Mark Nielsen Mary E. Johnson Mary Jo Krolewski Matthew Thorsen Melissa C. Storrow Meta Strick Michael Couture Michael David Jewell Michael Goodhart Michael Heeney Michael Tonn Michelle Turbide Mickey Myers Muffin Ray Mystic Metallurgy Nancy E. Schade Nancy Taplin Nancy Weis Nellie Levine Nicholas Heilig Nick Santoro Nicole Kircher Paedra Bramhall Pat Musick Patricia Lyon-Surrey Patty Sgrecci Paul Calter Paul Dandurand Paul Gruhler Paula Mccullough Peter Arthur Weyrauch Peter Fried Peter Huntoon Peter-John dE Villers Phil Godenschwager Phyllis Chase Rebecca Hartwick Reid Crosby Renee Bouchard Renee Lauzon Richard Weis Riki Moss Rita Fuchsberg Robert A. Gold Robert Hitzig Robert J. O'Brian Robert Waldo Brunelle, Jr. Robin LaHue Robin Wimbiscus Roger Coleman Roger Sandes Ron Hernandez S.R. Wild Sabra Field Sage Tucker-Ketcham Sally Linder Sam Kerson Sam Thurston Scott J. Morgan Shanley Triggs Sharon Webster Sheila Poettgen Smith-Hunter Gallery Susan Abbott Susan Calza Susan Jarvis Tad Spurgeon Tally Groves Timothy Fisher Valerie Hird Vanessa Compton Viola Moriarty Vitaly Garanzha Wendy James William Ramage Willow Bascom Wilma Lovely Winne Looby Zoe Barracano Brian Zeigler Dok Wright Ed Epstein Elinor Osborn Jean Luc Dushime Jeremy Vaughn Jerome Milks Johanne Durocher Yordan Julie A. Davis Kim Darling Marna Jane Grove Mary Ann Duffy Godin Melvin Harris Nancy Tomczak Phil Laughlin Sara Katz Seth Butler Shawna Cross Stephanie Holman Thwaites Tamara Wight Vermont Art Resources Policy The section below lists websites of Vermont galleries, visual arts venues, and non-profit visual arts organizations. It's a useful list for discovering where art is being exhibited and by whom. VT Art Resources Amy E. Tarrant Gallery Art House Gallery Art on Main Art Resource Association Art's Alive Artisans Hand Artists of Vermont & Northern New England ArtseenVT Artvt- 230+ artists Bennington Museum BigTown Gallery Blinking Light Gallery Borough Gallery and Studio Brandon Artist's Guild Brattleboro Gallerywalk guide Bryan Memorial Gallery Burlington City Arts Carving Studio and Sculpture Center Catamount Arts Catherine Dianich Gallery Caufield Art Gallery Chaffee Art Center Chandler Center for the Arts Clarke Gallery Darkroom Gallery Davis Studio Dostie Brothers Frame Shop and Art Gallery Dragon Dance Theater Edgewater Gallery Emile A. Gruppe Gallery Feick Fine Arts Center Firefly Collective Flynndog Furchgott Sourdiffe Gallery Gallery at the Living/Learning Center - UVM Gallery at the Vault Gallery In The Woods Gallery North Star Gallery on the Green Gander Gallery GRACE gallery in Hardwick Grand Isle Art Works Helen Day Art Center HERITANCE A Norwich based web Open Museum Island Arts Living/Learning Gallery at UVM Made In Vermont -artists links website Memphremagog Arts Collaborative Middlebury Museum Montpelier Alive Art Walk North End Studio Gallery, Burlington Northeast Kingdom Artisans Guild Backroom Gallery Northern Vermont Artist Association ONE UP Creative Space Poultney Area Artists Guild Queen City Craft Quench Artspace River Arts - The Lamoille Valley River Gallery School Rock River Artists Rockingham Arts and Museum Project S.P.A.C.E. Gallery SEABA- South end Arts Hop Seven Days - visual arts section Shelburne Craft School Southern Vermont Arts Center Stowe Craft and Design Stowe Gallery Alliance Studio Place Arts T.W.Wood Gallery The Center for Cartoon Studies The Combat Paper Project The Fleming Museum The Gallery at Phoenix Books Through The Music Gallery Gallery & Studio Towle Hill Studio, Corinth Two Rivers Printmaking Studio Usdan Gallery UVM Art Department Vermont Arts Council Vermont Arts Council - Artist directory Vermont Arts Exchange Vermont Crafts Council Vermont Fine Art Gallery Vermont Institute of Contemporary Arts Vermont Museum and Gallery Alliance Vermont North by Hand Vermont Pastel Society Vermont Photo Space Gallery Vermont Studio Center Vermont Watercolor Society Vermont Woodworking School Village Frame Shoppe and Gallery- St. Albans VSA Vermont VTARTNET - Made in Vermont.org West Branch Gallery and Sculpture Park Woodstock Gallery art group (2) Art Hop (1) art review (5) blog reprint (1) call (18) call to artists (47) cartoon (4) changes (19) community artmaking (1) curator's essay (4) Dedication (1) essay (19) interview (13) lecture (4) open studio (1) opinion (31) performance. (1) photography (1) Press release (646) preview (1) profile (4) reprint (7) review (97) Review Reprint (1) roadtrip (1) self-portraits (1) short (6) video (3) Walkabout (14) PRESS RELEASE: Oh The Horror! at S.P.A.C.E. in Bur... CURATOR'S ESSAY: Marina Pacilio at Julian Scott Me... PRESS RELEASE: Hali Issente at Hartland Public Lib... PRESS RELEASE: Photostop opens in White River Junc... REVIEW: "Discarded and Salvage", Works by Muffin R... REPRINT: Scot Borofsky's Wall of the Americas in B... PRESS RELEASE: "Fundamentally Vermont" at Artisans... PRESS RELEASE: Five Women’s Stories Told Through t... PRESS RELEASE: “The Art of Devotion: Panel Paintin... PRESS RELEASE: Jasper Tomkins illustrations at Gif... PRESS RELEASE: A Splash of Color at The Lazy Pear ... PRESS RELEASE: Feick Arts Center to Feature Art Fa... PRESS RELEASE: Vermont North by Hand Annual Autumn... REVIEW: Elizabeth Nelson and David Smith at Art Ho... ART HOP THIS WEEKEND REVIEW: Coffee Trees by Cully Renwick at Studio Pl... PRESS RELEASE: Peace by Piece, an exhibit at the f... Press Release: Muffin Ray at Supreme Court	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line241
__label__wiki	0.620833	0.620833	Morning Bites: Whit Stillman at Nitehawk, Larkin’s Birthday, Shteyngart’s Blurbs, Beck, Manic Pixie Indie Girls and More Tonight at McNally Jackson: Josh Cohen talks to our own Jason Diamond about Four New Messages. Philip Larkin was born on this day in 1922. So Beck’s newest album will be published by McSweeney’s. Yes, we said Dave Eggers is putting out the newest Beck record as sheet music. Jacob Silverman talks about Shteyngart’s Blurbs at Jewcy. Whit Stillman doing a Q&A for Metropolitan on August 28th at Nitehawk? Yes! The title says “indie,” but the URL says “Manic Pixie Dream Girl.” Follow Vol. 1 Brooklyn on Twitter, Facebook, Google + and our Tumblr.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line244
__label__wiki	0.844058	0.844058	In Kilkenny, Ireland, Walk a Mile Back to the Middle Ages By Linda Gasparello Just a mile-long walk in Kilkenny will take you back in time to Ireland in the Middle Ages. The city’s “Medieval Mile” has some magnificent sites, including the 13th-century, stone St. Canice’s cathedral. “St. Canice’s has one of two round towers in Ireland that you can climb: The tower was built before the medieval period, in the 9th century. A monk may have a little chat with you as get on your way to the roof,” Colette Byrne, CEO of the Kilkenny County Council, said at the Association of European Journalists’ Congress, held in Kilkenny on Nov. 4-6. Kilkenny’s brewing history began with monks, who settled at St. Francis Abbey in the 13th century. “The monks drank beer instead of water because the water quality was poor,” Byrne said, adding, “Good excuse to drink beer, I’d say.” On the city’s High Street, which is part of the “Medieval Mile,” stands Ireland’s oldest operating brewery: Smithwick’s. It was founded on the St. Francis Abbey site by John Smithwick in 1710. Byrne said the beer is now produced by Guinness in Dublin and the Kilkenny County Council owns the old brewery, which it “reinvented” as “The Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny” visitor attraction and center. Byrne said the city is reinventing many of its landmark buildings. “We’re turning the 19th-century Evan’s Home, a former poorhouse, into a museum. It will house the Butler Gallery in two years,” she said. The gallery has more than 400 works, showing the evolution of 20th-century art in Ireland. The arts are everywhere in the city, from murals on buildings to music in pubs to “eclectic festivals,” including the Kilkenomics Festival in November, “the world’s first festival of economics and comedy,” Byrne said. I shot these photographs during a “Medieval Mile” walk, guided charmingly by Frank Kavanagh. “He’s the best tour guide in town,” said a boy, standing on the High Street with a hurling stick in his hand. Kavanagh smiled, took the stick from the boy, and raised it in the air to Kilkenny. AEJ members gather on the Parade, leading to Kilkenny Castle, for a walking tour of the “Medieval Mile.” Hurling statue built on the canal walk in Kilkenny Closer view of the hurling statue Tour guide Frank Kavanagh holding a hurling stick AEJ members stop near St. Mary’s Church An alley near St. Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Church roof and steeple A mural near St. Mary’s Church A wedding party on John’s Bridge Kitty’s Cabin sweet shop on Rose Inn Street Sweets in Kitty’s Cabin window A blaa (a doughy, white bread roll and specialty of the area) shop on Rose Inn Street A sign painted on a wall on Rose Inn Street A bookstore on the High Street A women’s boutique occupies the old Woolen Hall on the High Street The Gift Horse on Rose Inn Street’s painted sign The Gift Horse’s front window display A ceramic sign for a natural foods store Apples displayed in front window of Roots & Fruits on St. Kiernan Street Busy barbershop on St. Kiernan Street A house with simple lines on St. Kiernan Street A Celtic door knocker On Rose Inn Street, a wild Irish rose iron grill Spikes on a former Bank of Ireland building on the Parade, near Kilkenny Castle A sign in the alley leading to The Hole in the Wall tavern The Hole in the Wall tavern entrance The 16th-century Rothe House on the HIgh Street is a Kilkenny history museum The 1761 Thosel, with its lighted tower, is behind these High Street shoppers. The Kilkenny coat of arms on the Thosel A man selling remembrance red poppies in the Thosel’s arcade. The Court House on the High Street The Court House frieze The arched Butter Slip alley that connects the High Street to St. Kiernan Street, previously called Low Lane Built in 1616, the Butter Slip once provided a cool, retail location for butter vendors’ stalls. An iron lamp lights the Butter Slip. A shopper walks carefully down the Butter Slip steps. A young woman stands on St. Kiernan Street, asking for donations to Kilkenny women’s rugby The Black Abbey is down the street Busts in the balcony The Playwright pub on St. Kiernan Street Daniel W Bollards pub on St. Kiernan Street Daniel W Bollards pub The 13th-century Kyteler’s Inn on St. Kiernan Street Medieval Irish ashtray The 18th-century Smithwick’s Ale House on the High Street Smithwick’s Irish red ale was brewed in Kilkenny from the 1700s to 2014. The mural on a block of St. Kiernan Street. A visitor asks a young woman for directions. The mural was commissioned by the Keep Kilkenny Beautiful Committee. Mural section Blue-faced woman in mural above the St. Kiernan Street-level one The Black Abbey, with its five-panel Rosary Window, founded in 1225. A statue of St. Dominic, admiring The Black Abbey from across the street. The Black Abbey The courtyard of The Black Abbey One of The Black Abbey’s stained glass windows Medieval stone coffins in the courtyard of The Black Abbey One of the stone coffins Reflections of trees and a hanging lamp on a wall of the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle Tree along the Parade, leading to the entrance of Kilkenny Castle Ducks taking an evening swim in the River Nore Ducks drying off on steps leading to the River Nore. Kilkenny Castle from the porch of the Rivercourt Hotel	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line253
__label__wiki	0.640439	0.640439	the Addison Recorder Pop culture dispatches from the Great Lakes Travis J. Cook -J. Meryl Williams Karen Martin Christopher Walsh Christina Brandon Andrew Rostan PK Sullivan Submit to the Recorder the Fifth Line: You Get a Game 7, and You Get a Game 7… May 28, 2015 by -J. Leave a Comment These conference finals have been great for hockey fans, but bad for my blood pressure. If you’ve still got a team in the running, how’s your hypertension? This is pretty much how I’ve felt all series. Not always in a good way. While four fanbases are preparing to celebrate or fall into despair, a couple of teams have added new coaches. The “New Coach Sweepstakes” is like the playoffs, but for teams that didn’t do so well. San Jose has given the reigns of their unhappy roster to Peter DeBoer, which… is a decision. The Buffalo Sabres, meanwhile, have brought in BGSU alumnus and snappy dresser Dan Bylsma to coach Jack Eichel and Evander Kane. It’s no Crosby and Malkin, but it seems like a good challenge for the former Penguins coach. But we’re not here for coach news. We’re here for playoff hockey, which leaves us hyperventilating and lacking in sleep. Anaheim Ducks \| 3 – 3 \| Chicago Blackhawks There’s nothing I can say here that will accurately describe this series. If you’ve missed any of the games this week, then I am truly sorry for your loss. Make sure you’re there for Game 7. In the meantime, I ramble about some of the stories within the series: Can a Duck Get a Little Respect?: Anaheim has been a polarizing team for analysts and writers. You have a lot of folks (including the NHL Network) who picked them to win the Western Conference in their brackets. You have a lot of us who looked at past performance and the Ducks’ path to the Finals, and thought it was a bit premature to crown them as conference champs. They caught so much snark, they could’ve had Rodney Dangerfield as their mascot. I still think the Ducks are somewhere in between those extremes. They’ve taken the Blackhawks — a team that’s made the conference finals three years straight, and that has two Stanley Cups in five seasons — to the brink. They have home ice for Game 7, and in a series this tight that may be the tipping point. Yet this is still a team that was gifted a fluff path to the conference finals by the NHL’s bracket system. This is a team that benefits from the refs easing up on penalty calls in the postseason. This is a team that, if Coach Q hadn’t shot himself in the foot in Game 3, might still have lost in six games. But they’re still here, and Game 7 is in Anaheim. So I guess some respect is due. Maybe. Duncan Keith Is Tired Good: How tired does Keith look on this play? I mean, he’s got to be so tired with all the minutes he’s played. Like, tired enough to only get three assists in Game 6 and be named the game’s first star: Watch Duncan Keith on the keep in and between the legs pass before Toews' goal in Game 5. He's unbelievable. https://t.co/PszAewxh32 — Jen LC (@RegressedPDO) May 28, 2015 The Real Story About Defense: Have we heard enough about how tired Chicago’s top-four defensemen must be? Is there a permutation of this story that hasn’t been trotted out and analyzed? Has anyone recognized that the horse has been dead for a while? The real story should be about Kimmo Timonen, and the realization that the trade for him is a bust. Timonen will retire with a career to be proud of, but unless the ‘Hawks win the Cup, he’ll probably want to gloss over this season. Timonen has not been good. He looks every bit a player who spent most of the season injured, and is on the wrong side of 40. This is compounded by Anaheim’s aggressive style that targets defensemen. In Timonen, they’ve found the weakest link on the blue line. A lot of voices started wondering why Timonen was still in the lineup. We know that Coach Q has a reputation for distrusting young players. We know that the only two blue-liners after Timonen were unseasoned. Both of them had a bad game against Anaheim this series — Rundblad in Game 1, Cumiskey in Game 2 — but they still seemed to at least be replacement-level players. Timonen was arguably below replacement-level. Then it happened. When Game 6 started, Timonen was a healthy scratch. Neither Cumiskey nor Rundblad looked terrible, but neither did either of them get more than 8:00 of ice time. Which means we’ll probably hear more stories about tired defensemen. While we’re on the topic of Coach Q’s lineup decisions… Let’s Talk About Game 3’s Lineup: I’ve already outlined the success the ‘Hawks have had in the postseason this decade, and all of that has come under the watchful mustache of Coach Q. The guy gets the benefit of the doubt, and things usually seem to work out in the end. But then he goes and does things like scratching Vermette and Teuvo for Game 3. Coach Q already has a reputation for not giving new players a fair shake. Whether it’s a fair assessment or not, that’s his rep (hello, Kevin Hayes). He feeds that rep by doing things like benching: (a) the two-way center his GM traded for at the deadline, and (b) the Finnish Flash who only got his chance after Coach Q exhausted every other option. His reasoning is that he wanted “fresh legs,” a justification that rings more hollow than a rusty bell. His “fresh legs” were Versteeg and Nordstrom, two guys who’ve performed at replacement level of late — when they’ve played. How did that work out? Okay, then. After the ‘Hawks lost Game 3, everyone jumped on that bizarre lineup change, and rightly so. As the series has progressed, we’ve seen that both teams can roll four lines, and can cancel each other out pretty effectively. The line of Vermette-Sharp-Teuvo has been one of the most dangerous combinations in two ways: it lets Coach Q roll Kruger-Shaw-Desjardens as a fourth line, which can take heavy minutes against any opponent and annoy the piss out of them (and score game-winning goals, too). And Anaheim has no real answer for the blooming chemistry of the Vermette-Sharp-Teuvo line. They have to treat it like a first or second line. If they don’t, Vermette & Co. wreak havoc. If they do, that frees up either the Toews or the Kane line — neither of which is a good option. Without Vermette and Teuvo, Chicago lost that offensive advantage. Shaw centering a line with Versteeg can be shut down by another bottom-six line, and Nordstrom is basically a warm body on the ice. In Game 3, he was the warm body out of position when Anaheim scored the game-winner. Coach Q gave the Ducks a one-game handicap, and Anaheim took it. Prediction Tracker: I had the ‘Hawks in 6, which could’ve been true if Coach Q hadn’t defeated his own team in Game 3. I still think Chicago can win, but I’m also biased. It’s a crapshoot at this point. Flip a coin. New York Rangers\| 3 – 3 \| Tampa Bay Lightning I have no idea who either of these teams are any more. Tampa won a game through control, and the Rangers went goal-crazy to win two games. At this point, I wouldn’t be surprised if up is actually down. Columbus East: In the past, I’ve joked about the New York Rangers being the eastern branch of the Columbus Blue Jackets, on account of how many key Rangers have been acquired from Columbus. The big acquisition may have been Rick Nash, but hindsight may say that the integral acquisition was actually Derick Brassard. That guy! Brassard has generally shown up for the playoffs, but this series has been on another level. His hat trick in Game 6 gives him eight points in this series (four goals, four assists). He has sixteen points (nine goals, seven assists) in eighteen games these playoffs. For a team with the shutdown capabilities of the Rangers, and an opponent with the capabilities of the Lightning, Brassard’s scoring spree comes at a perfect time. If it continues, the Rangers will be difficult to beat. What’s Wrong With [Insert Goalie Here]?: Last week we wondered what was wrong with Lundqvist. Now we want to know what’s wrong with Ben Bishop. We could realize that the nature of the playoffs means that you play the same team repeatedly, and you’re both in an arms race against each other. When a goalie has a bad night (or two), he adjusts. The defense in front of him adjusts. The coach adjusts the style of play. Likewise, teams adjust to a goalie that seems to have their number, and suddenly said goalie lets in a barrage of goals. Both of these netminders can carry a team, so whoever can adjust at the right time will give his team the advantage (however slight that might be). Lundqvist has much more experience with this back-and-forth, so perhaps he has an edge. The way this series is going, however, I wouldn’t be surprised to see one of them score. Bishop did notch an assist in the Game 6 loss, so who knows? Can I Get a Jack Adams?: If Alain Vigneault loses the Jack Adams Award this year, I’m calling bullshit. He’s faced three different teams with very different schemes, and three of the top-scoring forwards of this generation (Crosby, Ovechkin, Stamkos). He’s adjusted each time, and has his team on the brink of a second straight Stanley Cup appearance. If Bob Hartley wins it, the NHL Broadcasters Association needs a proctology exam to see if someone can find their heads. Prediction Tracker: I picked the Lightning in seven. It’s now Game 7. I have no idea if I’ll be right. Flip a coin, and you’ll get just an accurate guess as mine. Tonight is an off-night, followed by two Game 7s. If you’re a fan of any of the four remaining teams, make sure to take your blood pressure medication. The entity known as -J. would be at home in a place like Carcosa or Night Vale, but instead lives near a far more dreary place -- Wrigley Field. He is the patron Addisonian of whisk(e)y and tabletop games, and is often adorned with a waistcoat & his ridiculous mustache. Posted in: Hockey, Playoffs, Sports Addison Recorder on Twitter Andrew pays tribute to George Martin, producer without peer, and keyboard maestro Keith Emerson. https://t.co/I3N5iKiMXY 12:00:56 PM March 14, 2016 ReplyRetweetFavorite 90 minutes to #Oscars so one more time - Alex, Andrew, and Travis make their picks. https://t.co/X23YYQ4J3i 05:59:57 PM February 28, 2016 ReplyRetweetFavorite The annual Oscar Picks column is up! Alex, Andrew, and Travis tell the cold, hard truth about the nominees. https://t.co/X23YYPN7EI 12:21:01 PM February 26, 2016 ReplyRetweetFavorite T-minus two hours to the @TheGRAMMYs - more than enough time to revisit Andrew's Album of the Year recap. https://t.co/BhUdmb97Wi 04:59:46 PM February 15, 2016 ReplyRetweetFavorite Andrew previews the @musicboxtheatre 70mm Festival starting 2/19 and recommends some essential films! https://t.co/C2S6y3gkgq 12:04:12 PM February 12, 2016 ReplyRetweetFavorite @addisonrecorder The Smartest Guys in the Room: Remembering George Martin and Keith Emerson Oscar Picks 2016 Mr. Rostan at the Movies: 70 Millimeters of Sheer Adventure The Claustrophobic Folklore of The Witch 2666 at the Goodman Theater Archives Select Month March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 December 2015 November 2015 October 2015 September 2015 August 2015 July 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 September 2012 August 2012 July 2012 June 2012 Follow @addisonrecorder Mr. Rostan at the Movies: 70 Millimeters of Sheer Adventure on Alex and Andrew Debate the Sight & Sound List: Part One The Claustrophobic Folklore of The Witch on The Horror of Metaphor in It Follows Mr. Rostan at the Movies: Catching Up With Oscar on Our Month in Pop Culture: May 2015 Mr. Rostan at the Movies: Catching Up With Oscar on Oscar Nomination Reactions – 2016 War Damn Peter on Celebrating 50 Years of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Copyright © 2021 the Addison Recorder.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line256
__label__wiki	0.694583	0.694583	AIMS Public Health 2020, Volume 7, Issue 3: 664-678. doi: 10.3934/publichealth.2020052 Research article Special Issues The magnitude of COVID-19 related stress, anxiety and depression associated with intense mass media coverage in Saudi Arabia Yosef Mohamed-Azzam Zakout 1,3 , , , Fayez Saud Alreshidi 2 , Ruba Mustafa Elsaid 1 , Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed 1,3 Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Hail, Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Department of Histopathology and Cytology, Faculty of Medical Laboratory Sciences, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan Received: 30 June 2020 Accepted: 28 August 2020 Published: 01 September 2020 The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has resulted in catastrophic consequences in many aspects of life; including negative psychological effects. We aimed to assess the mental health status of a group of Saudi population during this pandemic. Also, we aimed to assess the effect of the intensive media coverage of the pandemic news on mental health status. A questionnaire was distributed online to test depression, anxiety, and stress (using the DASS-21 scale) and their relationship to certain variables. A total of 215 respondents were included. Higher mental health prevalence rates were reported in non-Saudi participants compared to Saudi ones (i.e., 50.74% vs. 30.40%; 34.23% vs. 13.51% and 59.70% vs. 27.70%; for depression, anxiety and stress, respectively). About 55.8% of the participants felt the extensive coverage in the media of COVID-19 news, which caused higher mental sufferings. Higher mental health prevalence rates were reported in females compared to males participants (i.e., 56.97% vs. 23.25%; 30.23% vs. 13.17% and 54.65% vs. 26.35%; for depression, anxiety and stress, respectively). Reasonable following of the COVID-19 news; and less exposure to the pandemic information could help in reducing the mental health issues related to the ongoing pandemic. Special care and attention should be paid to females and younger people who seem to be particularly affected during the era of COVID-19. anxiety, depression, Citation: Yosef Mohamed-Azzam Zakout, Fayez Saud Alreshidi, Ruba Mustafa Elsaid, Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed. The magnitude of COVID-19 related stress, anxiety and depression associated with intense mass media coverage in Saudi Arabia[J]. AIMS Public Health, 2020, 7(3): 664-678. doi: 10.3934/publichealth.2020052 Abbreviation COVID-19: Coronavirus Disease 2019; SARS-CoV-2: Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2; DASS-21: Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale; KSA: Kingdome of Saudi Arabia; This research has been funded by Scientific Research Deanship at the University of Ha'il—Saudi Arabia through project number COVID-1912. All authors declare no conflicts of interest in this paper. [1] Qiu J, Shen B, Zhao M, et al. (2020) A nationwide survey of psychological distress among Chinese people in the COVID-19 epidemic: implications and policy recommendations. Gen Psychiatr 33: e100213. doi: 10.1136/gpsych-2020-100213 [2] Rothan HA, Byrareddy SN (2020) The epidemiology and pathogenesis of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. J Autoimmun 109: 102433. doi: 10.1016/j.jaut.2020.102433 [3] Lai CC, Shih TP, Ko WC, et al. (2020) Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19): The epidemic and the challenges. Int J Antimicrob Agents 55: 105924. doi: 10.1016/j.ijantimicag.2020.105924 [4] Talevi D, Socci V, Carai M, et al. (2020) Mental Health Outcomes of the CoViD-19 Pandemic. Riv Psichiatr 55: 137-144. [5] Li S, Wang Y, Xue J, et al. (2020) The Impact of COVID-19 Epidemic Declaration on Psychological Consequences: A Study on Active Weibo Users. Int J Environ Res Public Health 17: 2032. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17062032 [6] Dong L, Bouey J (2020) Public Mental Health Crisis during COVID-19 Pandemic, China. Emerg Infect Dis 26: 1616-1618. doi: 10.3201/eid2607.200407 [7] General Authority for Statistics, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Population Estimates: 2018. Available from: https://www.stats.gov.sa/en/5680. [8] Lu W, Wang H, Lin Y, et al. (2020) Psychological status of medical workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study. Psychiatry Res 288: 112936. doi: 10.1016/j.psychres.2020.112936 [9] Zhang Y, Ma ZF (2020) Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health and Quality of Life among Local Residents in Liaoning Province, China: A Cross-Sectional Study. Int J Environ Res Public Health 17: 2381. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17072381 [10] Liu CY, Yang YZ, Zhang XM, et al. (2020) The prevalence and influencing factors in anxiety in medical workers fighting COVID-19 in China: a cross-sectional survey. Epidemiol Infect 148: e98. doi: 10.1017/S0950268820001107 [11] Consolo U, Bellini P, Bencivenni D, et al. (2020) Epidemiological Aspects and Psychological Reactions to COVID-19 of Dental Practitioners in the Northern Italy Districts of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Int J Environ Res Public Health 17: 3459. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17103459 [12] Lai J, Ma S, Wang Y, et al. (2020) Factors Associated With Mental Health Outcomes Among Health Care Workers Exposed to Coronavirus Disease 2019. JAMA Netw Open 3: e203976. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.3976 [13] Wang Y, Di Y, Ye J, et al. (2020) Study on the public psychological states and its related factors during the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in some regions of China. Psychol Health Med 30: 1-10. doi: 10.1080/13548506.2020.1746817 [14] Cao W, Fang Z, Hou G, et al. (2020) The psychological impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on college students in China. Psychiatry Res 287: 112934. doi: 10.1016/j.psychres.2020.112934 [15] Liu X, Luo W, Li Y, et al. (2020) Psychological Status and Behavior Changes of the Public During the COVID-19 Epidemic in China. Infect Dis Poverty 9: 58. doi: 10.1186/s40249-020-00678-3 [16] Mamun MA, Bodrud-Doza M, Griffiths MD (2020) Hospital suicide due to non-treatment by healthcare staff fearing COVID-19 infection in Bangladesh? Asian J Psychiatr 54: 102295. doi: 10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102295 [17] Conejero I, Berrouiguet S, Ducasse D, et al. (2020) Épidémie de COVID-19 et prise en charge des conduites suicidaires: challenge et perspectives [Suicidal behavior in light of COVID-19 outbreak: Clinical challenges and treatment perspectives]. Encephale 46: S66-S72. doi: 10.1016/j.encep.2020.05.001 [18] Mamun MA, Griffiths MD (2020) First COVID-19 suicide case in Bangladesh due to fear of COVID-19 and xenophobia: Possible suicide prevention strategies. Asian J Psychiatr 51: 102073. doi: 10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102073 [19] Moussa MT, Lovibond PF, Laube R (2001) Psychometric properties of an Arabic version of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS21). Report for New South Wales Transcultural Mental Health Centre, Cumberland Hospital, Sydney. Available from: http://www2.psy.unsw.edu.au/Groups/Dass/Arabic/Arabic.htm. [20] Wang C, Pan R, Wan X, et al. (2020) Immediate Psychological Responses and Associated Factors during the Initial Stage of the 2019 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Epidemic among the General Population in China. Int J Environ Res Public Health 17: 1729. doi: 10.3390/ijerph17051729 [21] Kulsoom B, Afsar NA (2015) Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Among Medical Students in a Multiethnic Setting. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat 11: 1713-1722. [22] Basudan S, Binanzan N, Alhassan A (2017) Depression, anxiety and stress in dental students. Int J Med Educ 8: 179-186. doi: 10.5116/ijme.5910.b961 [23] Yusoff MS, Abdul Rahim AF, Baba AA, et al. (2013) Prevalence and associated factors of stress, anxiety and depression among prospective medical students. Asian J Psychiatr 6: 128-133. doi: 10.1016/j.ajp.2012.09.012 [24] Wahed WY, Hassan SK (2017) Prevalence and associated factors of stress, anxiety and depression among medical Fayoum University students. Alexandria J Med 53: 77-84. doi: 10.1016/j.ajme.2016.01.005 [25] Aboalshamat K, Hou X, Strodl E (2015) Psychological well-being status among medical and dental students in Makkah, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study. Med Teach 37: S75-S81. doi: 10.3109/0142159X.2015.1006612 [26] Saquib N, Zaghloul MS, Saquib J, et al. (2019) Association of cumulative job dissatisfaction with depression, anxiety and stress among expatriate nurses in Saudi Arabia. J Nurs Manag 27: 740-748. doi: 10.1111/jonm.12762 [27] Alzahrani A, Alghamdi A, Alqarni T, et al. (2019) Prevalence and predictors of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms among patients with type II diabetes attending primary healthcare centers in the western region of Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study. Int J Ment Health Syst 13: 48. doi: 10.1186/s13033-019-0307-6 [28] Le TA, Le MQT, Dang AD, et al. (2019) Multi-level predictors of psychological problems among methadone maintenance treatment patients in difference types of settings in Vietnam. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 14: 39. doi: 10.1186/s13011-019-0223-4 [29] MedCalc®. easy-to-use statistical software. Available from: https://www.medcalc.org/calc/odds_ratio.php. [30] Panovska-Griffiths J (2020) Can mathematical modelling solve the current Covid-19 crisis? BMC Public Health 20: 551. doi: 10.1186/s12889-020-08671-z [31] Pakpour AH, Griffiths MD (2020) The fear of COVID-19 and its role in preventive behaviors. J Concurrent Disord 2: 58-63. [32] Ahorsu DK, Lin CY, Imani V, et al. (2020) The Fear of COVID-19 Scale: Development and Initial Validation. Int J Ment Health Addict. 1-9. [33] Sakib N, Bhuiyan AKMI, Hossain S, et al. (2020) Psychometric Validation of the Bangla Fear of COVID-19 Scale: Confirmatory Factor Analysis and Rasch Analysis. Int J Ment Health Addict. 1-12. [34] Griffiths MD, Mamun MA (2020) COVID-19 suicidal behavior among couples and suicide pacts: Case study evidence from press reports. Psychiatry Res 289: 113105. doi: 10.1016/j.psychres.2020.113105 [35] Vijayakumar L (2015) Suicide in women. Indian J Psychiatry 57: S233-S238. doi: 10.4103/0019-5545.161484 [36] Mamun MA, Siddique AB, Sikder MT, et al. (2020) Student Suicide Risk and Gender: A Retrospective Study from Bangladeshi Press Reports. Int J Ment Health Addiction Available from https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-020-00267-3. [37] Varshney M, Parel JT, Raizada N, et al. (2020) Initial psychological impact of COVID-19 and its correlates in Indian Community: An online (FEEL-COVID) survey. PLoS One 15: e0233874. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0233874 [38] Parrado-González A, León-Jariego JC (2020) COVID-19: Factores asociados al malestar emocional y morbilidad psíquica en población española. Rev Esp Salud Publica 94: e202006058. [39] Huang Y, Zhao N (2020) Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depressive Symptoms and Sleep Quality During COVID-19 Outbreak in China: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Survey. Psychiatry Res 288: 112954. doi: 10.1016/j.psychres.2020.112954 [40] Usman N, Mamun MA, Ullah I (2020) COVID-19 infection risk in pakistani health-care workers: The cost-effective safety measures for developing countries. Soc Health Behav 3: 75-77. doi: 10.4103/SHB.SHB_26_20 Article views(261) PDF downloads(21) Cited by(0) Figures(3) / Tables(6) Yosef Mohamed-Azzam Zakout Fayez Saud Alreshidi Ruba Mustafa Elsaid Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed Yosef Mohamed-Azzam Zakout, Fayez Saud Alreshidi, Ruba Mustafa Elsaid, Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed. The magnitude of COVID-19 related stress, anxiety and depression associated with intense mass media coverage in Saudi Arabia[J]. AIMS Public Health, 2020, 7(3): 664-678. doi: 10.3934/publichealth.2020052 Figure 1. Percentages of depression among Saudi and non-Saudi participants Figure 2. Percentages of anxiety among Saudi and non-Saudi participants Figure 3. Percentages of stress among Saudi and non-Saudi participants	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line258
__label__wiki	0.781003	0.781003	Eisenstock, Alan 58 works in 181 publications in 2 languages and 7,319 library holdings Biographies Autobiographies Humor Drama Case studies Trivia and miscellanea Fan films Children's films Juvenile works Personal narratives‡vAmerican Author, Other PN2287.E55, B Most widely held works about Alan Eisenstock Ten on Sunday : the secret life of men by Alan Eisenstock( Book ) Most widely held works by Alan Eisenstock Love thy neighbor : a Muslim doctor's struggle for home in rural America by Ayaz Virji( Book ) 7 editions published in 2019 in English and Undetermined and held by 880 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "A powerful true story about a Muslim doctor's service to a small town and the hope of overcoming our country's climate of hostility and fear. In 2013, Dr. Ayaz Virji left a comfortable job at an East Coast hospital and moved to a town of 1,400 in Minnesota, feeling called to address the shortage of doctors in rural America. But in 2016, this decision was tested when the reliably blue, working-class county swung for Donald Trump. Virji watched in horror as his children faced anti-Muslim remarks at school and some of his most loyal patients began questioning whether he belonged in the community. Virji wanted out. But in 2017, just as he was lining up a job in Dubai, a local pastor invited him to speak at her church and address misconceptions about what Muslims practice and believe. That invitation has grown into a well-attended lecture series that has changed hearts and minds across the state, while giving Virji a new vocation that he never would have expected. In [this book], Virji relates this story in a gripping, unforgettable narrative that shows the human consequences of our toxic politics, the power of faith and personal conviction, and the potential for a renewal of understanding in America's heartland."--Jacket I'm not gonna lie : and other lies you tell when you turn 50 by George Lopez( Book ) 7 editions published in 2013 in Spanish and English and held by 625 WorldCat member libraries worldwide "Newly single and ready to embrace life, George Lopez was excited to turn fifty. He spent his entire forty-ninth year waiting for the calendar to flip to that magic number. It would be a welcome new phase in his life, a chance to say goodbye to a decade that included a kidney transplant and a divorce. But when he looked around a room full of his childhood friends, all gathered to celebrate his birthday, many now bald or overweight, it suddenly hit him: he was old. From dating younger women to fighting the uphill battle of staying in shape, George Lopez tells the unabashed, and often hilarious, truth about aging--as only he can"-- Just a guy : notes from a blue collar life by Bill Engvall( Book ) Sharing anecdotes from his own life, the popular comedian details his odyssey from small-town Texas to the often baffling world of fame and fortune Cancer on five dollars a day (chemo not included) : how humor got me through the toughest journey of my life by Robert Schimmel( Book ) The stand-up comedian describes his battle with cancer; the sense of humor and need to entertain that got him through the long months of illness, hospitals, and chemotherapy; and how the experience changed him and his comedy Hang time : my life in basketball by Elgin Baylor( Book ) "Elgin Baylor's memoir of an epic all-star career in the NBA--during which he transformed basketball from a horizontal game to a vertical one--and his fights against racism during his career as a player and as general manager of the LA Clippers under the infamous Donald Sterling. People think of Elgin Baylor as one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the game--and one of the NBA's first black superstars--but the full extent of his legacy stretches beyond his spectacular, game-changing jump shots and dunks. With startling symmetry, Baylor recounts his story: flying back and forth between the U.S. Army and the Lakers, his time as a central figure in the great Celtics-Lakers rivalry and how he helped break down color barriers in the sport, his 1964 All-Star game boycott, his early years as an executive for the New Orleans Jazz, and twenty-two years as general manager for the notorious L.A. Clippers and Donald Sterling, spent fighting to draft and sign young, black phenoms--only to be hamstrung by his boss at every turn. No one has seen the league change, and has worked to bring change, more than Baylor. Year after year, he continued to fight and persevere against racism. At the beginning of his career, he was forced to stay in separate hotel rooms. From those days to today's superstardom, he has had a front-row view of the game's elevation to one of America's favorite sports. For the first time, Elgin Baylor tells his full story. He's played with the legends, lived with them, and knows more about the NBA than anyone living, and is finally ready to set the record straight"-- 13 days in Ferguson by Ron Johnson( Book ) On August 14, 2014, five days after the fatal shooting of Michael Brown ignited race riots throughout the city of Ferguson, Missouri, the nation found an unlikely hero in Captain Ron Johnson of the Missouri Highway Patrol. Charged with the Herculean task of restoring peace between a hostile African American community and the local police, Johnson, a 30-year law enforcement veteran and an African American, did the unthinkable; he took off his bullet-proof vest and joined the protesters. In 13 Days in Ferguson, Johnson shares, for the first time, his view of what happened during the thirteen turbulent days he spent stabilizing the city of Ferguson, and the extraordinary impact those two historic weeks had on his faith, his approach to leadership, and on what he perceives to be the most viable solution to the issues of racism and prejudice in America In stitches : a memoir by Anthony Youn( Book ) The celebrity cosmetic surgery blogger describes his misfit youth as a nerdy Korean-American student with a misshapen jaw whose life-changing surgery led him to become a successful plastic surgeon Raiders! : the story of the greatest fan film ever made by Alan Eisenstock( Book ) "In 1982, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, Chris Strompolos, eleven, asked Eric Zala, twelve, a question: "Would you like to help me do a remake Raiders of the Lost Ark? I'm playing Indiana Jones." And they did it. Every shot, every line of dialogue, every stunt. They borrowed and collected costumes, convinced neighborhood kids to wear grass skirts and play natives, cast a fifteen-year-old as Indy's love interest, rounded up seven thousand snakes (sort of), built the Ark, the Idol, the huge boulder, found a desert in Mississippi, and melted the bad guys' faces off. It took seven years. Along the way, Chris had his first kiss (on camera), they nearly burned down the house and incinerated Eric, lived through parents getting divorced and remarried, and watched their friendship disintegrate. Alan Eisenstock's Raiders! is the incredible true story of Eric Zala and Chris Strompolos, how they realized their impossible dream of remaking Raiders of the Lost Ark, and how their friendship survived all challenges, from the building of a six-foot round fiberglass boulder to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina."-- Barack like me : the chocolate-covered truth by David Alan Grier( Book ) Grier unabashedly muses on politics, culture, and race while recounting his own life story in this edgy, timeless, hilarious, and revelatory memoir and look at all things Barack Just a guy : [notes from a blue collar life] by Bill Engvall( Recording ) 14 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 316 WorldCat member libraries worldwide Drawing from his own life, comedian Bill Engvall explains what it means to be a guy The holy thief : a con man's journey from darkness to light by Mark Borovitz( Book ) Donated by Sandy Gottesman as part of the Sandy Gottesman Family Collection Warrior : a memoir by Theresa Larson( Book ) In this inspiring memoir, a former female Marine platoon leader recalls the wars she has fought--on the playing field, the battlefield, and inside her own soul--revealing how overcoming the harrowing circumstances in her life helped her ultimately redefine what it means to be strong and what "perfect" really is. Theresa Larson has lived multiple lives. At ten she was a caregiver to her dying mother. As an adolescent, an All-Star high school, college, and professional softball player. As a young adult, a fitness competition winner, beauty pageant contestant, and model. And as a grown woman, a high-achieving Lieutenant in the Marines, in charge of an entire platoon while deployed in Iraq. Meanwhile, Theresa was battling bulimia nervosa, an internal struggle which ultimately cut short her military service when she was voluntarily evacuated from combat. Theresa's journey to wellness required the bravery to ask for help, to take care of herself first, and abandon the idea of "perfect." In Warrior, she lays bare all of these lives in intimate and vivid detail, examining extremely personal and sometime painful moments and how, by finally accepting the help of others, she learned to make herself whole. From growing up in a log cabin outside Seattle to facing down the enemy in Iraq, Theresa's journey demonstrates that good health and happiness is a daily, intentional act that requires persistence and commitment. Theresa hopes that through sharing her story, she will help inspire others to empower themselves, embrace their inner warrior and re-define strength. Startling and funny, terrifying and triumphant, heartbreaking and inspirational, Warrior is at heart a story of perseverance and success--of a determined woman who is model for everyone struggling to conquer their own demons. Theresa shows that asking for help can be an act of courage, and that we are stronger than we think when faced with seemingly impossible odds Angels in the endzone( Visual ) Jesse is the only talented player on his high school football team. But after the sudden death of his father, Jesse quits and loses all hope. Things begin to turn around when his younger brother sends a little late night prayer, and soon, Al and his squad of angels show up to tackle the problem Inside the meat grinder : an NFL official's life in the trenches by Chad Brown( Book ) Brown reflects on his first 6 years as an NFL umpire The kindergarten wars : the battle to get into America's best private schools by Alan Eisenstock( Book ) Provides advice on the private school application process from teachers, educational consultants, and admissions directors, and discusses whether particular kindergartens may help children gain acceptance to preferred colleges Bulleit proof : how I took a 150-year-old family recipe and a revolver, and disrupted the entire liquor industry one bottle, one sip, one handshake at a time by Tom Bulleit( ) "About a year ago, Tom Bulleit stood on a stage inside a tent the size of a big-top on the occasion of--in order of importance--his thirtieth wedding anniversary, the dedication of the new Bulleit Distillery in Shelbyville, Kentucky, and his seventy-fourth birthday. At one point, overcome by a sudden and surprising wave of emotion, he gripped the podium, looked into the blur of faces before him, and said, "I don't believe our lives are told in years... or months... or weeks. I believe we live our lives in moments." That's what this book will be--a life told in moments--moments of joy, triumph, love, loss, discovery, commitment, faith, fortitude, struggle, persistence, and success; at least his definition of success, which has little to do with money. At its core, the book will weave through it a thread of survival--in war, in business, in life. Tom nearly died twice, once in a foxhole and once in an oncology ward, and, for the record, he never met an atheist in either place. He'll reveal all, no holds barred, no punches pulled"-- Sports talk : a journey inside the world of sports talk radio by Alan Eisenstock( Book ) A Journey inside the World of Sports Talk Radio Their voices explode over the airwaves -- with names like Mike and the Mad Dog, the Stinkin' Genius, Hacksaw, and JT the Brick. They broadcast in drive time and downtime, from rush hour to the dead of night. And yet, millions of fans tune in around the clock to hear their favorite larger-than-life radio personalities rant, rave, critique, predict, and mix it up with callers -- the dedicated fans of sports talk radio. Never before has this cloistered world opened its doors to a no-holds-barred, behind-the-scenes, full-access look at itself. Noted journalist (and fan) Alan Eisenstock embarks on a journey through the American sports radio landscape and gives readers a front-row seat -- from breakfast at the kitchen table of Eddie Andelman, Boston's godfather of sports radio, to the WFAN commissary with Mike and the Mad Dog in New York; from the plush home game room of Chicago's hot dog-vendor-turned-#1 DJ Mike North to the empty 3 AM studio parking garage with nationally syndicated JT the Brick. Eisenstock goes into the studios, homes, and lives of these and many other of America's hottest and most-listened-to sports talk hosts. Filled with hilarious and entertaining tales of what makes these hosts tick -- as well as the unbelievable stories of how they got where they are today -- Sports Talk paints a picture the fans never see. Eisenstock shows us the blood, sweat, and tears of program directors with their reputations on the line; hosts searching for career security; and station managers who are always eyeing the bottom line. And, of course, there are stories of the rabid, obsessed, and off-the-wall fans. Whether you're a sports fan or a sports talk junkie, you'll be hooked from the first page The handoff : a memoir of two guys, sports, and friendship by John Tournour( Book ) Describes the rise to fame of sports radio personality JT the Brick and the lessons he learned while trying to be strong and sticking by his close friend who was losing a battle with cancer Hang time : my life in basketball by Elgin Baylor( Recording ) Elgin Baylor's memoir of an epic all-star career in the NBA-during which he transformed basketball from a horizontal game to a vertical one-and his fights against racism during his career as a player and as general manager of the LA Clippers under the infamous Donald Sterling People think of Elgin Baylor as one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the game-and one of the NBA's first black superstars-but the full extent of his legacy stretches beyond his spectacular, game-changing jump shots and dunks. With startling symmetry, Baylor recounts his story: flying back and forth between the U.S. Army and the Lakers, his time as a central figure in the great Celtics-Lakers rivalry and how he helped break down color barriers in the sport, his 1964 All-Star game boycott, his early years as an executive for the New Orleans Jazz, and twenty-two years as general manager for the notorious L.A. Clippers and Donald Sterling, spent fighting to draft and sign young, black phenoms-only to be hamstrung by his boss at every turn. No one has seen the league change, and has worked to bring change, more than Baylor. Year after year, he continued to fight and persevere against racism. At the beginning of his career, he was forced to stay in separate hotel rooms. From those days to today's superstardom, he has had a front-row view of the game's elevation to one of America's favorite sports. For the first time, Elgin Baylor tells his full story. He's played with the legends, lived with them, and knows more about the NBA than anyone living, and is finally ready to set the record straight Barack like me : [the chocolate-covered truth] by David Alan Grier( Recording ) Comedian David Alan Grier offers up this hilarious reflection on his life and the changes in America he has witnessed since his march with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Detroit Audience level: 0.24 (from 0.13 for Just a guy ... to 0.43 for Bulleit pr ...) Engvall, Bill Virji, Ayaz Author Lopez, George 1961- Schimmel, Robert Johnson, Ron (Police officer) Youn, Anthony Author Ferguson (Mo.). Police Department Grier, David Alan 1955 June 30- Author Narrator Zala, Eric African American basketball players African American comedians African Americans--Social conditions Aging Angels Armed Forces--Military life Basketball players Baylor, Elgin Borovitz, Mark, California--Los Angeles Cancer Cancer--Patients Christianity Comedians Discrimination in criminal justice administration Engvall, Bill Fan films Ferguson (Mo.).--Police Department Football Grier, David Alan, Health Hispanic American comedians Hispanic American television actors and actresses Interfaith relations Islam Lopez, George, Men Missouri--Ferguson Muslim physicians Muslims Physicians Plastic surgeons Police Police-community relations Police shootings Political and social views Politics and government Protest movements Rabbis Race relations Race relations--Political aspects Raiders of the lost ark (Motion picture) Schimmel, Robert Social conditions Strompolos, Chris Television actors and actresses Thieves United States Youn, Anthony Zala, Eric	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line259
__label__cc	0.556912	0.443088	Register/LoginEnterMenu Buy now Register/LoginEnter Cider Beer Armagnac Brandy Calvados Cognac Gin Grappa Liquer Mezcal Premix Rum Tequila Vodka Whisky Port Sherry Vermouth Madeira About us Charities Publications Events Our Judges Contact us Sponsors Welcome to our digital information network. These are our terms and conditions for use of the network, which you may access in several ways, including but not limited to the World Wide Web, PDA, mobile phone and RSS feeds. In these terms and conditions, when we say the "Awards Site" we mean the digital information network operated by or on behalf of Paragraph Publishing or its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Paragraph"), regardless of how you access the network, as well as any Paragraph apps whether you access those via an Awards Site or a third party site. However you access the Awards Site, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. If you have accessed the Awards Site from the United States or Australia, you also agree to be bound by additional terms contained at the end of these terms and conditions. You may access areas of the Awards Site that require registration by becoming a registered member and creating an account with us. You agree to be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your passwords or other account identifiers which you choose and all activities that occur under your account. By registering on the Awards Site, you agree that: (i) your account and password are personal to you and may not be used by anyone else to access the Awards Site; (ii) you will not do anything which would assist anyone who is not a registered user to gain access to any registration area of the Awards Site; and (iii) you will not create registration accounts for the purpose of abusing the functionality of the site, or other users; nor will you seek to pass yourself off as another user. You agree to notify us immediately if you become aware any unauthorised use of your password or account identifiers by others. 2. Termination of registration If you no longer wish to have a registered account, you may terminate your account by sending an email to operations@worlddrinksawards.com. If you no longer accept these terms and conditions, or any future modification to these terms and conditions, you must cease using the Awards Site. Continued use of the Awards Site indicates your continued acceptance of these terms and conditions. If, for any reason, we believe that you have not complied with these terms and conditions, we may, at our sole discretion, cancel your access to the registration areas of Awards Site immediately and without prior notice. We may terminate your registered account, at our sole discretion, by emailing you at the address you have registered stating that the agreement has terminated. 3. Use of material appearing on the Awards Site Your use of the Awards Site is for your own personal and non-commercial use only. You acknowledge that, as between Paragraph and you, except for user content and advertisements (as discussed below), Paragraph is the sole owner of all content on the Awards Site, including, without limitation, all applicable copyrights, patents, trademarks, trade secrets, trade names, logos, and other intellectual property rights thereto, as well as text, images, graphics, logos, audio, video and other material appearing on the Awards Site ("Paragraph Content"). The Awards Site and the Paragraph Content are protected by the copyright laws and other intellectual property laws of the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia and are protected globally by applicable international copyright treaties. You may download and print extracts from the Paragraph Content for your own personal and non-commercial use only, provided you maintain and abide by any author attribution, copyright or trademark notice or restriction in any material that you download or print. You may not use any Paragraph Content for any other purpose without our prior written approval. Except as expressly authorised by Paragraph, you are not allowed to create a database in electronic or paper form comprising all or part of the material appearing on the Awards Site. If you wish to use our content other than as permitted by these terms and conditions, please contact us at operations@worlddrinksawards.com. If you operate a news aggregation service that charges a subscription fee to its users, then you need to approach the NLA directly to discuss your licensing requirements. Please see nla.co.uk. For all other inquiries about distribution or reproduction of the materials, please contact operations@worlddrinksawards.com. 4. Disclaimer of liability To the extent permitted at law, we do not accept any responsibility for any statement in the Paragraph Content. Nothing in the Paragraph Content is provided for any specific purpose or at the request of any particular person. For the avoidance of confusion, we will not be liable for any loss caused as a result of your doing, or not doing, anything as a result of viewing, reading or listening to the Paragraph Content or any part of it. You can access other sites via links from the Awards Site. These sites are not under our control and we are not responsible in any way for any of their contents. We give no warranties of any kind concerning the Awards Site or the Paragraph Content. In particular, we do not warrant that the Awards Site or any of its contents is virus free. You must take your own precautions in this respect as we accept no responsibility for any infection by virus or other contamination or by anything which has destructive properties. Although we will do our best to provide constant, uninterrupted access to the Awards Site, we do not guarantee this. We accept no responsibility or liability for any interruption or delay. If you are accessing the Awards Site from the United States or Australia, the additional disclaimers and limitations of liability in Sections 16 and 17 and apply. 5. Third party advertising on the Awards Site You may see advertising material submitted by third parties on the Awards Site. Each individual advertiser is solely responsible for the content of its advertising material. We accept no responsibility for the content of advertising material, including, without limitation, any error, omission or inaccuracy therein. If you want to advertise on the Awards Site, please email operations@worlddrinksawards.com, and they will pass your details on to our advertising sales team. 6. User content When you submit content to us, you agree and represent that you have created that content, or you have received permission from, or are authorised by, the owner of any part of the content to submit it to the Awards Site. You or the owner of the content still own the copyright in the content sent to us, but by submitting content to us, you are granting us an unconditional, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully transferable, perpetual worldwide licence to use, publish and/or transmit, and to authorise third-parties to use, publish and/or transmit your content in any format and on any platform, either now known or hereinafter invented. You acknowledge and agree that when you post content on the Awards Site or view content provided by others, you are doing so at your own discretion and risk, including any reliance on the accuracy, completeness, of that content. You further acknowledge and agree that the views expressed by you and other users in that content do not necessarily reflect the views of Paragraph, and we do not support or endorse any user content. You acknowledge that we have no obligation to pre-screen, monitor, review, or edit any content posted by you and other users on the Awards Site. We, or authorised third parties, reserve the right to cut, crop, edit or refuse to publish, your content at our or their sole discretion. We may remove your content from use at any time. We accept no liability in respect of any content submitted by users and published by us or by authorised third parties. You warrant that the content you submit to us is not obscene, threatening, harassing, libellous, deceptive, fraudulent, invasive of another's privacy, offensive, defamatory of any person or illegal. You warrant that the content you submit to us does not infringe any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual or proprietary or privacy right of any party or individual. You agree not to (i) post content which is deliberately intended to upset or harm other users; (ii) use the Awards Site to post or otherwise transmit content that victimises, harasses, degrades, or intimidates an individual or group of individuals on the basis of any impermissible classification, including, without limitation, religion, gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, military status or disability; (iii) post or otherwise transmit any content that contains software viruses or any other computer code, files, or programs designed to interrupt, destroy, or limit the functionality of the Awards Site or any computer software or hardware or telecommunications equipment; (iv) upload or otherwise transmit any content, or take any other actions with respect to your use of the Awards Site, that would constitute, or would otherwise encourage, criminal conduct or give rise to civil liability; or (v) use the Awards Site for commercial purposes, including, without limitation, submitting any material to solicit funds or to promote, advertise or solicit the sale of any goods or services. You understand that the technical processing and transmission of the Awards Site may involve (i) transmissions over various networks; and (ii) changes to content to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks or devices. Paragraph assumes no responsibility for the deletion or failure to store postings of content or other information submitted by you or other users to the Awards Site. 7. Apps You may download certain apps ("Apps") either from the Awards Sites or from third party app stores or shops. All of these terms apply to the maximum extent relevant to your use of the Apps (and in particular, the terms of section 6 apply where you are using an App to submit user content to the Awards Sites). In addition to the limitations on our liability set out in Section 4, 16 and 17, we shall not be liable for any damage caused to or interference with any equipment or other Apps or content of any description. Please see our privacy policy for details of how personally identifiable information is collected and may be processed or shared with others. 9. Changes to these terms and conditions of use Please note that we may change these terms and conditions from time to time at our sole discretion and we reserve the right to do without your consent. Any revised terms and conditions will be applicable at the time of posting on the Awards Site. Please ensure that you review these terms and conditions regularly as you will be deemed to have accepted a variation if you continue to use the Awards Site after it has been posted. 10. Governing law & jurisdiction (except for US users) These terms and conditions are governed by English law and the parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts, provided that use of the Awards Site in the United States is governed by Section below entitled Governing law & jurisdiction (for US users). You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Paragraph, its parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates, and each of their respective officers, directors, and employees from any and all claims, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including, but not limited to, attorneys' fees and expenses, arising out a breach by you or any user of your account of these terms and conditions or privacy policy or arising out of a breach of your obligations, representation and warranties under these terms and conditions. 12. No waiver Our failure to insist upon or enforce any provision of these terms of service shall not be construed as a waiver of any provision or right of Paragraph. Additional terms of use for users in the United States and Australia 13. Additional restrictions on user content for US users In addition to section 6 the terms in Section above, you agree not to use the Awards Site to upload, post, e-mail, or otherwise transmit any content that you do not have a right to transmit under any law or regulation or under any contractual or fiduciary relationship (such as insider information, intellectual, proprietary or confidential information learned or disclosed as part of employment relationships or under nondisclosure agreements and to intentionally or unintentionally violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law, including, but not limited to, regulations promulgated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, any rules of any national or other securities exchange, including, without limitation, the New York Stock Exchange, the American Stock Exchange, or the NASDAQ, and any rules, regulations, orders, directives and the like having the force of law). 14. DMCA notice for US users If you are a US copyright owner or an agent of a US copyright owner and believe that any user content or other content on the Awards Site infringes upon your copyrights, you may submit a notification pursuant to Title 17, United States Code, Section 512(c)(3), the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") by providing operations@worlddrinksawards.com with the following information in writing: (i) identification of the copyrighted work or works claimed to have been infringed; (ii) identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material; (iii) your contact information including name address, telephone number, and, if available, an email address; (iv) a statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorised by the owner of the work, its agent, or the law; (v) a statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorised to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed; and (vi) your physical or electronic signature; You acknowledge that if you fail to comply with all of the requirements of this Section, your DMCA notice may not be valid. 15. Governing law & jurisdiction (for US users) If you have accessed the Awards Site from the US, these terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the United States of America and the laws of the State of New York. You agree that exclusive jurisdiction for any claim or dispute with Paragraph or relating in any way to your use of the Awards Site resides in the courts of the County of New York, State of New York, and you further agree and expressly consent to the exercise of personal jurisdiction in the courts of the County of New York, State of New York, in connection with any such dispute and including any claim involving Paragraph Publishing LLC or its affiliates, subsidiaries, employees, contractors, officers, directors, telecommunication providers and content providers. You agree that any cause of action or claim that you may have with respect to your use of the Awards Site must be commenced within one year after the act or omission giving rise to the claim or cause of action arose. 16. Additional disclaimers Visitors to the Awards Site agree that their use of the Awards Site is at their own sole risk. The Awards Site is provided "as is" and "as available," without warranty of any kind, either express or implied including but not limited to: (i) any warranties concerning the availability, accuracy, appropriateness, reliability, timeliness, or usefulness of the content of the Awards Site; and (ii) any warranties of title, warranty of non-infringement, or warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Paragraph also makes no representations and warranties as to any linked sites and Paragraph has no liability or responsibility with respect to your use of such sites. In some instances, content made available on the Awards Site may represent the opinions and judgments of providers or users, such as user content. Paragraph and its affiliates do not endorse nor shall they be responsible or liable for the accuracy or reliability of any statement made on the Awards Site by anyone other than authorised Paragraph employees acting in such capacity. This disclaimer of liability applies to any damages or injuries caused by the Awards Site, including, without limitation, those damages or injuries occurring as a result of: (i) any error, omission, deletion, or defect in the content available on the Awards Site; or (ii) any failure of performance, error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission, computer virus, communication line failure, theft or destruction of records, information or data, unauthorised access to, alteration of, or use of records, information or data, whether for breach of contract, tort, negligence, defamation, or any other cause of action. Paragraph does not warrant or guarantee that access to the Awards Site will be uninterrupted or error-free. Applicable law may not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, IN NO EVENT WILL PARAGRAPH OR ITS AFFILIATES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT LOSS, DAMAGE, COST, EXPENSE OR LIABILITY OF ANY KIND ("LOSS") ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE AVAILABILITY, USE, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE THE AWARDS SITE, INCLUDING (WITHOUT LIMITATION): (i) DAMAGES FOR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS AND OTHER PROFITS, LOSS OF PROGRAMS, COST OF REPLACING EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE OR LOSS OF RECORDS, INFORMATION OR DATA, LOSS OF USE OF DATA, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF CUSTOMERS, LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO REPUTATION, LOSS OF CAPITAL, DOWNTIME COSTS, LOSS UNDER OR IN RELATION TO ANY OTHER CONTRACT, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED SAVINGS OR BENEFITS; (ii) ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS; OR (iii) ANY LOSS ATTRIBUTABLE TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR OTHER INACCURACIES IN THE AWARDS SITE. THE EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY IN THIS SECTION 17 APPLIES EVEN IF PARAGRAPH SHALL HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSS. BECAUSE SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR PARTICULAR KINDS OF LOSS, IN SUCH STATES OR JURISDICTIONS, PARAGRAPH'S LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW (THEREBY MINIMIZING PARAGRAPH 'S LIABILITY TO YOU TO THE LOWEST AMOUNT THAT APPLICABLE LAW PERMITS). 18. Exclusion of warranties (for Australian users) The Australian Consumer Law may confer certain rights and remedies on you in relation to the provision by Paragraph of goods and services under these terms and conditions. Notwithstanding the disclaimers and limitations of liability in Sections 4, 16 and 17 above, these terms and conditions do not exclude, restrict or modify the application of any condition, warranty, guarantee, right or remedy conferred by or implied under any provision of the Australian Consumer Law or any other statute where to do so would: (i) contravene the relevant statute; or (ii) cause any part of these terms and conditions to be void and/or unenforceable ("Non-Excludable Obligation"). Except in relation to Non-Excludable Obligations, all conditions, warranties and other provisions implied or conferred by statute, custom, or the general law that impose any liability or obligation on Paragraph are expressly excluded under these terms and conditions. 19. Non-Excludable Obligations (for Australian users) In relation to Non-Excludable Obligations (other than a guarantee as to title, encumbrances or quiet possession conferred by the Australian Consumer Law), except for goods or services of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or consumption (in respect of which our liability is not so limited under these terms and conditions), Paragraph's liability to you for a failure to comply with any Non-Excludable Obligation is limited to: (i) in the case of services, the lowest of the cost of supplying the services again and payment of the cost of having the services supplied again; and (ii) in the case of goods, the lowest of the cost of replacing the goods, supplying equivalent goods or having the goods repaired, or payment of the cost of replacing the goods, supplying equivalent goods or having the goods repaired. Details of variations 31 January 2017: Modified for new site called worldfortifiedwineawards.com © 2017 Paragraph Publishing Limited or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. @World Drinks Awards 45 days ago That's it from us this year – congratulations to all our winners, and huge thank you to all our judges! https://t.co/dl5b5iSOJi And the 2020 Independent Bottler of the year is…Malts of Scotland! Congratulations! 🏆🥃 https://t.co/u7kqb1SRsC We'd also like to thank our sponsor for the Independent Bottlers Challenge 2020 – Westrock Packaging Solutions https://t.co/OOf6YrkUby Next, we have one winner for the following categories: Grain, Scotch Highlands, Scotch Islands (non Islay), and Spe… https://t.co/r6i3YCUk8n And now we have the Scotch Islay Independent Bottler of the Year…won by Chapter 7 Whisky Ltd! 🏆 https://t.co/Q7d6cLDAGy First up, we have the American Independent Bottler of the Year….which goes to Woolf Drinks Ltd! 🏆 https://t.co/sZ4rAcn5L9 Next is the Non-Scotch Independent Bottler of the Year…and this goes to Dark Valley Whisky! 🎊 https://t.co/GBwdQaGn3k Next we move onto the Japanese Independent Bottler of the Year…which is won by Cask 88! 🎉 https://t.co/SJu6gRZm7G 🎉 We're about to announce our 2020 Independent Bottlers of the Year – first our regional category winners, and then… https://t.co/FWqp7n1yz0 We are delighted to welcome Julian de Feral to the 2021 World Vodka Awards judging panel! #WorldVodkaAwards https://t.co/rbGrNqbUZE Copyright © 2021 The World Drinks Awards – Part of Paragraph Publishing Ltd \| Contact us \| Terms & Conditions \| Privacy Policy ', ''], autoplay: true, loop: true, smartSpeed: 1000, responsive: { 0: { items: 1 }, } }); } //Latest new var $spotlights = $('.spotlight-section'); var $sliders = $('.slide-news', $spotlights); var $prevs = $('.prev', $spotlights); var $next = $('.next', $spotlights); var newslenth = $('.slide-news .one-news-slide').length; if (newslenth > 1) { $sliders.owlCarousel({ dots: false, nav: false, autoplay: false, smartSpeed: 1000, loop: true, responsive: { 0: { items: 1 }, 992: { items: 2 }, } }); $prevs.click(function (e) { e.preventDefault(); $(this).next('.owl-carousel').data('owlCarousel').prev(); }); $next.click(function (e) { e.preventDefault(); $(this).prev('.owl-carousel').data('owlCarousel').next(); }); } else { $sliders.addClass('siggle'); $prevs.hide(); $next.hide(); } //Tweeter var $socials = $('.social-slide'); var $Tweetersliders = $('.owl-carousel', $socials); var $socialsprevs = $('.prev', $socials); var $socialsnext = $('.next', $socials); $Tweetersliders.owlCarousel({ dots: false, nav: false, autoplay: false, smartSpeed: 1000, loop: true, responsive: { 0: { items: 1 }, } }); $socialsprevs.click(function (e) { e.preventDefault(); $($Tweetersliders).data('owlCarousel').prev(); }); $socialsnext.click(function (e) { e.preventDefault(); $($Tweetersliders).data('owlCarousel').next(); }); }); $.ui.autocomplete.prototype._renderItem = function (ul, item) { var term = this.term.split(' ').join('\|'); var re = new RegExp("(" + term + ")", "gi"); var t = item.label.replace(re, "$1"); return $(" ") .data("item.autocomplete", item) .append(t) .appendTo(ul); }; function showsuggestmenu(style) { var alltype = ""; var surl = 'http://worldmezcalawards.com/homemenuandsuggest.ashx?type=' + style; //alert(surl) $.ajax({ type: "POST", url: surl, data: "{}", contentType: "application/json; charset=utf-8", dataType: "json", //async: false, success: function (response, status, jqXHR) { if (style != 'showsuggession') { $('#themenuhere').html(response.topmenu); } else { $(".autosuggest").autocomplete({ source: response.availableTags, minLength: 3, select: function (event, ui) { $(".autosuggest").change(); } }); } }, error: function (data, status, jqXHR) { //alert(surl); } }); } showsuggestmenu('Mezcal'); showsuggestmenu('showsuggession');	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line260
__label__cc	0.70395	0.29605	Accutane baby avglaw.gr Νέα New Jersey Jury Awards US25.16 Million baby to baby Patient Whose Use of Roche Acne Medication Accutane baby Found to accutane Cause Severe Bowel Illness. It is not baby known whether isotretinoin passes into breast milk. You must be registered baby in the accutane side effects baby program and baby sign documents stating that you accutane understand the dangers of this medication and accutane that you agree to use birth accutane control as required by the program. Other serious accutane before and after side effects accutane are more likely to occur with longer exposure to Accutane. For Women: Unless you have had your uterus and accutane ovaries removed (total hysterectomy with oophorectomy) or accutane accutane have been in menopause for at least 12 months in a accutane row, you are considered to be of child-bearing potential. Taking the drug also baby significantly raises your risk of miscarriage, premature delivery, and infant death. Dai WS, Hsu MA, Itri. Not Every Patient Needs a Triglyceride Check, But All Patients Can Get Pancreatitis. In order to renew the prescription, you'll have to see baby your caregiver and take a pregnancy test every month while you're on the drug. Fact, accutane is especially effective at treating acne that has not responded baby to antibiotics. Recommended doses accutane of isotretinoin range from.5.0 mg/kg body weight per day. Because the prescription of isotretinoin is restricted in the.S. But, it also comes accutane with many side effects. Safety of pregnancy after discontinuation of isotretinoin. Isotretinoin accutane baby can cause these defects in the early weeks of pregnancy before baby you may even know you're pregnant so doctors won't even prescribe it if you're trying to become pregnant. But the drug may cause serious side effects such as Crohns disease. Per the FDAs pregnancy drug categorization system, Accutane is a Category drug. Patients should also keep their skin protected in the sun. N Engl J accutane Med. Accutane may also be used baby for other purposes accutane not listed in this medication guide. Skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Suutarla S, Rautio J, Ritvanen A, Ala-Mello S, Jero J, Klockars. Do accutane not use wax hair removers or have dermabrasion or laser skin treatments while you are taking accutane Accutane and for at least 6 months after you stop taking. Can we ensure the safe use of known human accutane teratogens?: the ipledge accutane test case. Hoffman-LaRoche made the drug. Who is Responsible if Accutane/Isotretinoin Causes Birth Defects? Take Accutane exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Per the warning label, women are urged not to take Accutane if they are pregnant or have a chance of becoming pregnant in the near future. Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Food and Drug Administration for the safe use of this medication. Maternal and neonatal effects of substance abuse during pregnancy: our ten-year experience. (Carotenoids the type of vitamin A that comes from fruits and veggies are used in most prenatal vitamins and are safe.). In addition, male and female patients must meet the programs qualification criteria and monthly program requirements. Efficacy and adverse events of oral isotretinoin for acne: a systematic review. Its two main goals are to prevent pregnant women from taking isotretinoin and to prevent pregnancies in women who are taking the drug. Copyright Cerner Multum, Inc. A pregnancy test is also required before each accutane prescription is refilled, right after you take your last dose of Accutane, baby and again 30 days later. What other drugs will affect Accutane? The iPledge program is mandatory and includes baby male as well as female patients, physicians, and pharmacists. These birth accutane defects can be severe and include deformities of the heart, face, and brain. You will receive no more than a 30-day supply accutane side effects of Accutane at one time. Some serious side effects have been linked to different. (The generic version is sold under the brand names Amnesteem, Claravis, Absorica, Myorisan, Zenatane, and Sotret.). Pregnant women also need to avoid other drugs related to vitamin A, including Tegison (etretinate) and Soriatane (acitretin). Accutane and Birth Defects, according to the.S. New research suggests that one explanation might be that warning symbols on the package aren't clear. Accutane also helps the skin renew itself. If you've been taking isotretinoin and have just found out you're pregnant, stop taking the drug right away and call your caregiver. What should I avoid? Isotretinoin is known to cause birth defects if a woman takes it during pregnancy. It is dangerous to try and purchase Accutane on the Internet or from vendors outside of the United States. Isotretinoin, pregnancies, accutane abortions and birth defects: a population-based perspective. Hersh JH, Danhauer DE, Hand ME, Weisskopf. What happens if I miss a dose? Microcephaly (unusually small head eye abnormalities, ear abnormalities. Many persons who took Accutane from 1982 to the first decade of the 21st Century developed health problems such as Crohns disease or gave birth to babies with neonatal defects. Unless you're going to be abstinent, you must agree to use two different forms of birth control while you're on isotretinoin. Accutane may interact with the following medications: Vitamin A Tetracyclines Micro-dosed progesterone preparations Norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol Combination. Some of her qualifications include: Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies Pre-Law from University of West Florida Past employment with The Health Law Firm and Kerrigan, Estess, Rankin, McLeod Thompson LLC Personal experience battling severe food allergies, asthma and high-risk. You can have a special ultrasound during your second trimester to screen for birth defects, but no tests can tell you whether your child will have learning problems or developmental problems. Isotretinoin has a 70-80 efficiency rate in treating severe cases of cystic acne when it is processed into Accutane or similar drugs. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line. Possible association between Isotretinoin and inflammatory bowel disease. Facial dysmorphism, intellectual disabilities, accutane central nervous system malformations, new mothers who were on isotretinoin medication before their pregnancy should not breastfeed their babies. Anaphylactic reactions, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, headaches, dry accutane eyes. Accutane causes accutane skin to be highly sun-sensitive. The number of lawsuits over the drug also continued to climb. Nulman I, Berkovitch M, Klein J, Pastuszak A, Lester RS, Shear N,. Retrieved from m/news/ Crandell,. Hoffman-Roche, the parent baby company of Roche Pharmaceuticals, developed Accutane in the early 1980s accutane and continues to produce and distribute it outside the.S. Accutane taken during pregnancy can be highly toxic to a fetus. Accutane also has an FDA black box warning for birth defects. The drug affects accutane reviews many parts of the body and has serious psychological effects in adult patients. Some common side effects of Accutane may subside after initial treatment. An analysis of reports of depression and suicide in patients treated with isotretinoin. Since 2002, however, other pharmaceutical companies that make generic isotretinoin may be held responsible in personal-injury cases. 1, and accutane titanium dioxide; 40 mg FD C Yellow. What should I tell my doctor before taking Accutane (isotretinoin)? Accutane (isotretinoin) may cause serious accutane mental health problems. If the accutane patient has unprotected heterosexual intercourse at any time 1 month before, during, accutane or 1 month after therapy, she must: Stop taking Accutane (isotretinoin) immediately, if on therapy Have a pregnancy test at least 19 days after the accutane last act. The relatively high level of spontaneous pheochromocytomas occurring in accutane the male Fischer 344 rat makes it an equivocal model for study of this tumor; therefore, the relevance of this tumor to accutane the human population is uncertain. Isotretinoin therapy for acne: results of a multicenter dose-response study. Do not take vitamin supplements accutane containing vitamin A while you accutane are taking Accutane. You must return to your accutane doctor as directed to make sure you don't have signs of serious side effects. Avoid sunlight and ultraviolet lights as much as possible. These organs include the liver, pancreas, bowel (intestines and esophagus (connection between mouth and stomach). Do not take Accutane without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. What are the ingredients in Accutane? Female patients who can get pregnant must also sign another consent form. Decreased red and white blood cells. Helping Your Teen With Acne Slideshow Pictures. The administration of one isomer will give rise to the other. If you (or any woman in the childbearing years) is to take isotretinoin (Accutane you must use an appropriate birth control method for 1 month before therapy begins, during the entire course of therapy, and for 1 full month after therapy stops. Most accutane adverse reactions reported in clinical trials were reversible when therapy was discontinued; however, accutane some persisted after cessation of therapy (see warnings and adverse reactions ). These problems usually go away when Accutane (isotretinoin) treatment is finished. Geriatric Use Clinical studies of isotretinoin did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 years and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. I will comply and seek to ensure all pharmacists who participate in the filling and dispensing of isotretinoin prescriptions comply with the ipledge program requirements described in the booklet entitled Pharmacist Guide for the ipledge Program. Some patients taking isotretinoin have had thoughts about hurting themselves or putting an end to their own lives (suicidal thoughts). Side Effects side effects Clinical Trials and Postmarketing Surveillance The adverse reactions listed below reflect the experience from investigational studies of Accutane (isotretinoin), and the postmarketing experience. Follow-up studies performed in 8 of the patients with decreased bone mineral density for up to 11 months thereafter demonstrated increasing bone density in 5 patients at the lumbar spine, while the other 3 patients had lumbar spine bone density measurements below baseline values. Failure to take Accutane (isotretinoin) with food will significantly decrease absorption. There have been reports of patients on isotretinoin becoming aggressive or violent. The results of the tests in one laboratory were negative while in the second laboratory a weakly positive response accutane (less than.6 x background) was noted. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to isotretinoin or to parabens, or if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Tell all healthcare providers that you take Accutane (isotretinoin) if you break a bone. Accutane reviews Treatment may involve over-the-counter. A blood test for reviews anti-nuclear antibodies is diagnostic. . Always take Accutane with a full glass of water to prevent the capsule from melting in your esophagus (food pipe causing irritation. Burgdorferi, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Escherichia coli and shigella and salmonella species and. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Or if reviews you never used b5 but are having success with pantethine please share. Primary forms of birth control include: tubal ligation accutane (tubes tied vasectomy of the male sexual partner; an IUD (intrauterine device estrogen-containing birth control pills (not mini-pills and hormonal birth control patches, implants, injections, or accutane vaginal ring. Concentration remained above 32 g/mL, for approximately. A very serious allergic reaction accutane to this drug is rare. I've always been a very healthy person with a great complexion. Throw away reviews any unused liquid medicine after 10 days. What are the precautions? Sexually Transmitted Infections, antibiotics used at high doses for short periods of time may mask or reviews delay the symptoms of incubating gonorrhea or syphilis (meaning accutane the disease is already present and developing in the body but symptoms have not yet appeared). Many various bacterial infections can be effectively treated by Zithromax in adults, for example STDs (sexually transmitted diseases upper and lower respiratory, skin and ear infections. Management of gloves tear. Ml Pantothenic Acid in the Treatment of Obesity "A Medical Hypothesis" by Lit-Hung Leung,.D. Both Accutane and Vitamin B5 work by different mechanisms. . Contact your doctor for more information. But after several months, I came across a post on m of a person who was using both pantethine and B5 and claimed that adding panthetine improved his skin more. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. How does accutane it work? Pharmacodynamics, based on animal models of infection, the antibacterial activity of azithromycin appears to correlate with the ratio reviews of area under the concentration-time curve to minimum inhibitory concentration (AUC/MIC) for certain pathogens reviews (. So far so good. Even one dose of Accutane can cause major birth defects of the baby's ears, eyes, face, skull, heart, and brain. Zithromax does not break down in the body as quickly as other antibiotics. A deficiency in Pantothenic Acid potentially inhibits or reduces the activity of Coenzyme-A in its fatty acid metabolism and sex hormone synthesis. Aprahamian M, Dentinger A, Stock-Damg C, Kouassi JC, Grenier. Morrison Seattle, Washington Lupus.gov/pubmed/13985157 Vestn Dermatol Venerol. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. Tell your doctor right accutane away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters /redness. It also increased the risk of death. Allergic: Rashes, itching, photosensitivity. Your liver function may also need to be tested. I started taking 3 pills 3 times a day, 6 weeks ago. See drug interactions Table 1: Drug Interactions: Pharmacokinetic Parameters for Co-administered Drugs in the Presence of Azithromycin Co-administered Drug Dose of Co-administered Drug Dose of Azithromycin n Ratio reviews (with/without azithromycin) of Co-administered Drug Pharmacokinetic Parameters (90 CI No Effect. Side effects of accutane	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line265
__label__wiki	0.573057	0.573057	Home aesthetics beauty The Kim K. conundrum The Kim K. conundrum Ashwini Selvakumaran 6/05/2016 09:55:00 PM Add Comment aesthetics , beauty Edit by Kimberly Roe Kim Kardashian is a notorious icon who incites various emotions, some apathetic, others passionate, within any familiar with popular culture. Last month, in an examination of Kim K’s “nude” selfie that essentially “broke the internet” once more after receiving an almost immediate flood of backlash and equally swift rush of support, the actions and motives of those who disliked Kardashian’s self-released photo were discussed. Many of the recent naysayers, however, seemed to flourish during the rise of Kim K when the sex tape that essentially made her famous was leaked. Though still not supporting Kardashian’s right to have consensual sex, those viewers seemed to enjoy being privy to a private video much more than seeing a less scandalous photo being released purposely. Why is that? This article aims to outline the difference between the consumption of a censored photo she released herself and the consumption of the infamous non-consensually released sex tape that essentially made her famous. Many can attest to the feeling of adrenaline one often gets when engaging in something “forbidden.” This ranges from something as mild as sneaking a cookie from the jar when mom’s not looking to… Watching a private sex tape that was leaked to the public. The jump from the former to the latter is substantial, and the ethical failings of the two are almost incomparable. Taking one cookie from a jar is not very harmful. Consuming a secret sex tape however, violates the basic privacy of those who did not give consent for it to be viewed. It enables the behavior of those who hack into accounts to take and distribute photos and videos that were not meant to be shared with more than a few. And it encourages the public to make snap judgements about people, often allowing the masses to band together in a hive mind of shaming against the victim. Some think of releasing sex tapes and nude photos as a way of humanizing celebrities who can often seem larger than life or “too perfect.” But violating their privacy and taking away their right to choose what parts of themselves are broadcast to the media does more to dehumanize celebrities by treating them less as people and more as objects to criticize, laugh at, and rally against. This kind of behavior also makes it far too easy to feel fine treating those who aren’t celebrities this way. The more a person sees the private media of celebrities being stolen and broadcasted to the public, the easier it will be for them to be okay with -- or, do -- the same to someone else. Someone in their high school or college. Someone in their workplace. Someone in their neighborhood. All of these people become fair game to anyone with the capability. Even without so many detrimental consequences, consuming media that was not consensually released strips away the sense of security for everyone. If someone can do that to one person, they can do it to anyone else. It takes away everyone’s right to privacy and often makes people feel limited in their ability to do as they please, lest someone exploit them. So, if people should be up in arms about Kim K’s sex tape being released, why shouldn’t they be angry about her nude photo? The answer is simple: consent. Kim Kardashian uploaded that photo to Twitter with the full intention that anyone who wanted to would see it. The photo was not stolen and was not leaked. It was given to the public with the full support and approval of the taker. Kardashian gave the public permission to consume and enjoy (or not) the picture by making it available herself and repeatedly assuring--mainly through defending her right to upload it--that it was quite alright to be a top news item. Kardashian was attacked for her leaked sex tape, but the attacks she received for her nude selfie were different. Disapproval for her sexual engagements were rampant when the tape was released. When it came to her photo, people seemed more concerned with her unapologetic display -- the fact that she was willingly offering this photo. It appeared that critics were more hostile about the release and circulation of Kardashian’s selfie than her sex tape, which hints that the general media felt more comfortable with a tape Kardashian did not authorize for release than a picture she released herself. And that is a problem. Oftentimes, people will use the victim-blaming argument: “If you don’t want something like that to happen to you, then don’t take those kinds of pictures! Don’t make videos like that!” It is important to note here that everyone has the ability and right to do as they please as long as they are not hurting others or instructing on anyone else’s rights. Someone who wants to take a nude photo (for themselves or even to send to one person) is not hurting anyone. Someone who steals this photo and distributes it is hurting someone and instructing on that someone’s right of privacy.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line266
__label__wiki	0.840297	0.840297	Akwa Defender Home / Facebook / FB Business / FB Profile / Facebook Business Profile Facebook Business Profile Facebook's Business Accounts are been experts for taking care of Facebook Pages and Facebook Advertisements. Facebook Business Profile - You can consider them as disrobed Personal Profiles that don't have a public visibility. A Facebook Business Account has to be connected to a Facebook Page to start with. If your not-for-profit currently has a Facebook Page, you can Create a 'dummy' Page to Create business Account, after that include business Account as an admin to your Facebook Page as well as remove the 'dummy' Page. How to Create a Facebook Business Account (with a new Facebook Page) Step 1: See to it you aren't logged right into Facebook. Most likely to http://www.facebook.com as well as click the web link on the front Page that claims "Create a Page ...". Action 2: Choose "Cause or Community" for your not-for-profit. Each of these alternatives have somewhat different 'about' areas that permit you to add different types of info. For example, a Citizen Business of Area' might have opening up times. You can change this in the future. Step 3: Submit the details in the type. You will then be sent a verification email so see to it you use and email address that you have access to. This will Create your not-for-profit's Facebook Business Account. Step 4: The following part is to set up the new Facebook Page. Merely follow the motivates to finish the Page. You can likewise avoid this process in the meantime or complete producing your Facebook Page. Why utilize a Facebook Business Account? There are a variety of reasons a Facebook Business Account might be needed when establishing a Facebook Page for your not-for-profit:. - Centralise your organisation's use Facebook. - Limit team task while on Facebook. - Minimize the threat included with affixing the Facebook Page to your personnel's personal account. - No personnel have a personal account and also do not want to Create one. What can (and also cannot) a Facebook Business Account do? Both main function of Facebook Business Accounts are to: - Create and also Take Care Of Facebook Pages. - Create and take care of Facebook Adverts. This includes uploading to your Pages (including events, pictures etc), 'liking' various other Pages as your Page, accessing Facebook Page Insights, promoting articles and also various other. However, there are points you cannot do that you can if you administer the Page from a personal Facebook Account. - You can't make use of Facebook as your Page (i.e. you can't talk about other Pages or gain access to your Page's news feed). - You do not have access to Facebook search. - You can't change the 'voice' on your Facebook Page to comment as on your own. Additionally, you can not make use of Facebook as a specific such as:. - You can't add/tag/invite individuals (unless you're replying to a remark). - Join or manage any Facebook Teams. Facebook Business Profile Reviewed by A. Sunday on 00:35:00 Rating: 5 Tags Facebook X FB Business X FB Profile FB Profile Blog archive April (15) March (557) February (423) January (85) December (58) November (236) October (124) June (327) May (1400) April (26) March (25) December (581) October (2) April (16) March (2) February (19) January (8) December (7) October (2) August (1) July (13) June (4) May (2) April (5) March (2) February (2) January (1) December (4) November (2) October (7) September (12) August (10) July (31) June (9) May (8) April (4) January (1) May (3) April (5)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line268
__label__wiki	0.927476	0.927476	Home Archives Collections Blog Shop Elsewhere Archive 1 Archive 2 Archive 3 Archive 4 Tall Stories Kicking & Screaming Dead Peasants Dr Bongo's Casebook The History of Rock The Last Gasp Site Map Twitter Facebook YouTube Contact And Now the Trouser Forecast for the UK... A scattering of corduroys overnight will give way to heavy pants tomorrow... Kent Constabulary Five-0 has been erecting signs in various locations with stark messages like 'No Mugging' and 'No Breaking and Entering'... The Battersea Wigs Home That's no sort of life for a healthy young wig... Whip-it-Round Parcel Delivery Services "Quite right, compensation! I'd feel exactly the same way in your situation..." The Delusion of J Henry Proudfoot "J Henry Proudfoot looks up from his muddy trench, his flapping jowls having momentarily tightened into a triumphal leer..." Night of the Womble "The book tells a story of fear, mistrust and exploitation, in which Wombles across the land are rounded up, shackled and put into slavery by their human overlords..." "David McGog MP has once again been in the news after apparently insulting one of his parliamentary colleagues..." Man Blames European Space Agency for Domestic Eclipse "Mr Cravat is seeking damages against the ESA because one of their satellites has been casting a shadow over his house..." The Moroccan Dancing Mole "Dusk in the Serengeti and as the dusty orb of the sun touches the tops of distant hills..." Rationalising Britain's River Network "The problem is that there are simply too many of them," says Dame Vera Trickle... Mr and Mrs Pottle are Lost Again "Why can't these people just stay at home?" said Assistant Head of Ropes, Malcolm Crampon... The Creeper and Other Motorists "The Fidgeter cannot remain still. At junctions, at traffic lights his vehicle will be in a constant state of motion..." North Yorkshire's Got Talented Traffic Wardens "Following the success of the recent Bake Off contest to find a new dinner lady..." Lillywhite Lenny "They get awful jiggy, some of these horses. Very easy to just slip off..." Digital Vicars "How vicars communicate with each other over distance has puzzled ecclesiastical scholars for centuries..." The Domesday Clipboard "Archaeologists have unearthed one of the original clipboards that was used to compile the Domesday Book..." Tripping the Dark Fantastic "I mean, you can't sell 'darkbulbs' can you? Nobody's interested in 'darksabers'." The World Bullshit Record "Team bonding, goal setting, table top brainstorming, high growth, contingency planning, outcome focus." The Price of Politeness "A California law firm has obtained the intellectual property rights for politeness..." Well Stuffed "Police are warning animal lovers in Godalming of a rogue taxidermist at large..." Pop-Up Royals "Running a Royal Family will set you back twenty million pounds a year just in hay alone..." The Devil's Arse on Tour "Moving a large hole around the country must present some unique logistical problems of its own..." An Evening with Barry Smith "Spend a magical evening in the company of Barry Smith, Shepton Bassett's number one coach driver..." Tax, What Tax? "I'm nothing to do with this Winkle Holdings of which you speak..." Ken's News and Fags "The National Trust has taken over the last remaining independently-owned high street business in the UK..." "On average, twenty thousand sharks a week pass over Mr Pong's farm, seriously worrying the sheep..." Did Man Really Go To Belgium? "For as long as man can remember he has dreamed of one day travelling to Belgium..." "I was born up a mountain, I've lived all my life up a mountain and I fully expect to die up one..." "He quite literally set the art world ablaze by torching the National Gallery..." Kicking Up a New Stink "In the face of much scepticism and derision, Quentin Tote has discovered a new smell..." Global Moistening "We might see the major land masses of our planet becoming so squishy that everyone will have to go around in flippers..." Cosmic Background Apathy "Just how big is the Universe? When, and where, will it end...?" "We provide flippers, facemasks, breathing apparatus - then we take these people up in an aeroplane and push them out..." Mathew Sandblaster-Trogg "Mathew Sandblaster-Trogg has not stopped bouncing since 1972..." "This week: Chilli Con Carne..." Wind Tunnel Technician "We speak to Maurice Pencil, a wind tunnel technician at the Happworth Aeronautical Institute in Gwent..." Fleegle "The world of mathematics has been shattered by the discovery of a new number..." Extreme Dinosaurs "But is there any actual evidence that they were into hang-gliding...?" Exploding Dinners "We have integrated the latest pyrotechnic technology into our products to create fully interactive meals... "According to Professor Jez Moonbeam, comedy is something that occurs spontaneously at a sub-atomic level..." "...boxes of the above product have been found to contain small canoes, vaulting horses and other items of sports equipment..." Cooker Island "The island is now home to an altogether more bizarre branch of the animal kingdom - rogue cookers..." "Your average library is nothing less than a seething cauldron of violence... "The scientific community has been rocked to its foundations by the startling claims of Professor Norman Sadowitz..." First Annual Bleeding Obvious Award... "After all, anyone can learn to act, or paint, or dance, or sing. But to be born into an acting family, to be the niece of a high-ranking TV executive or to been fortunate enough to have gone to university with the son of a rich publisher..." "Major General Barmy-Phipps Discusses Modern Day Bird Warfare... Bare-Knuckle Snooker "Free of the restraints and controls that regulate professional snooker, the bare-knuckle variety is an often brutal and vicious game... Gerald de Scooter's Restaurant Guide "Stuffing myself silly in dozens of top class swanky restaurants... Operation Mutton "Our goose would have been well and truly cooked had it not been for the remarkable work of Eugene Rumbold and his camouflaged sheep..." Puzzle Page Wrap your brains around these fiendish puzzles "For those of you who take the view that flying into the side of a house at forty knots is nothing but a drop in the wide ocean of pain and anguish..." The Royal Gala Theatre In the interests of your comfort and enjoyment, please note the following.." Knitting in Colour "This day in 1956 saw the introduction of the first regular colour knitting patterns..." It's a Fact "Hello, my name is Donald Fact, and has been ever since I changed it by deed poll in 1968..." "That's right, a paper cut. I fear I may need to take the rest of the day off..." "Outstanding Achievements in the Field of Vandalism..." Dougal Fridgely "The discovery of Mr Dougal Fridgely of 42 Belvedere Crescent, Tadcaster..." Death by Pastry "In just four years time the Earth will be nothing more than a huge pie hanging in space..." Cheese Genome "This latest discovery has finally put an end to all the speculation, demonstrating that cheese has an objective reality..." Rob Hammond's Essential Guide to Buddhism "I've been specially trained to kill using nothing more than a raised elbow..." Motorcycle Display Teams "When Ferdinand Von Zeppelin built the first motorbike back in 1884..." Fats Porker - Blues Whinger "It was with considerable regret that blues fans learnt yesterday of the sad loss of Fats Porker..." Barry the Road Safety Owl "Hey kids! Get off the road..." Maisy Donnington's Cheese Etiquette Page "I'm Maisy Donnington, and tonight I'm going to be your guide to the wonderful world of cheese..." Sofas Are From Mars... "A new space race is on following the announcement that Ikea intends to put a sofa on the surface of Mars..." Nuclear Garden "Sometimes it goes on for weeks at a time. We can't sleep at night and it frightens the dog..." The Thoroughfare of Success "What do we really mean by targeted motivational short-term direction objectives?" Short and Curly "Scientific types in Austria are one step closer to tapping the vast store of energy locked away in curly hair..." Typists of the Kalahari "The average African bull elephant can type at speeds in excess of 120 words per minute..." Project Scooby "She's a sly old devil dog. A barbed wire boot for the unwary traveller. A rancid, petulant wheelbarrow of death for the moribund adventurer..." "She was suddenly attacked by a small yellow creature, which rushed out from behind a bush, bit her on the arse then waddled off with her pension money... "Was North America once home to an advanced society, which mysteriously disappeared over forty years ago?" "The flap of a butterfly's wings in Central Park could ultimately cause an earthquake in China... Random Kevin "Random Kevin is a life-size inflatable doll that you can abuse and ridicule in the comfort and privacy of your own home..." Mail Order Tattoos "A company in Perth, Australia is now offering a unique 'Tattoo by Post' service..." "Startling new data suggests that the amount of fluff in the Earth's biosphere will shortly reach catastrophic proportions..." Derek Fact's Fact Spanner "Fact: there are more miles of shelving in China than anywhere else in the world..." Supermarket Kerfuffle "Emergency services were called to a Lincoln supermarket yesterday after a misaligned caster caused a pile up..." The Secret of Old Age "Mrs Doris Pemberton recently revealed the secret of her longevity on the occasion of her hundred and twenty-fourth birthday..." All material Copyright © Paul Farnsworth and may not be reproduced, without the express permission of the author, in any medium including but not limited to personal blogs, messageboards and other internet forums. This restriction also applies to the hotlinking of images. Permission can be requested at bleeding-obvious@hotmail.com. All characters, companies and organisations are fictitious, and any similarity to persons living or dead is entirely coincidental. The University of the Bleeding Obvious's Private Bits 72 pages of previously unseen material including Formula 1 Shopping Trolley Racing, Knee Operations for Fruit Flies, Quantum Farming, a visit to The Book Crevice, Gary the Builder, and The Affair of the Flat Vicar, a brand new adventure for the eminent Belgian dick, Anton La Cranque. All this and more will only be available in this volume as a PDF and is yours for a measly &pound1 - yes &pound1 (or whatever the equivalent is in your fancy foreign money). To download it now, click here. Click here to close this box The University of the Bleeding Obvious is free, but if you want to show your appreciation we would be almost embarrassingly grateful. Here's how you can go about making us happy: Or click here to spare us the price of a cup of coffee. Private Bits This 70-page PDF is packed full of silly stuff you won't find anywhere else. Download here for just £1. The University of the Bleeding Obvious Annual 2021 Order via Amazon UK Order via Amazon US Stupid Stories The University of the Bleeding Obvious Vol 1 Tweets by @Proper_Obvious Obvious Records Records what we made up The elephant can type more than 120 words per minute Come to the land where the dishwashers roam free The clipboard used to compile the Domesday Book. Electrosausages Replacing your wiring with sausages. Church bans the wearing of sandals Traffic Watch The latest local information No nonsense advice from a wise old bird Twenty thousand sharks a week pass over Mr Pong's farm Are You Ready for The Drivelling? Classic horror movie remastered Latest blog entries...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line276
__label__cc	0.747063	0.252937	Waiting for the “click” How do you know when you’re in balance? Most of us don’t respond like a kung fu champion, leaping out of bed each morning, raring to meet the day. More often we hesitate, testing those muscles and joints, probing for aches and pains. (If you are the kung fu exception, you may want to stop reading now. I encourage you to go on.) So it’s easy to know when you’re out of balance. But how will you know it when you get back in? One thing I’ve noticed when doing self-care Jin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ) is what I call the “click.” It’s that moment when the Safety Energy Locks that I’ve been holding release, and my breathing gets easier, my mind feels clear, and whatever pain I was experiencing is gone — or at least, has dimmed down a notch. It’s an all-over feeling of calm assurance that all will be well. Let me back up a bit here, in case you’re not familiar with the concept of Safety Energy Locks. In Jin Shin Jyutsu, there are twenty-six pairs of points on the body, similar to but not the same as acupuncture points, that act as gates for the energy (“Qi,” “Ki,” “Prana,” life-force, whatever you want to call it) that flows through and around our body. The energy flows smoothly when the gate-points, the Safety Energy Locks, are open. But negative thoughts, “stuck” emotions, physical over- or under-exertion, poor nutrition, erratic sleep habits — anything that creates too much stress for our body, mind and spirit — disrupts the energy flow and can cause those Safety Energy Locks to close. Holding the Safety Energy Locks (one pair at a time, or in a sequence called a flow) helps open them, restoring the normal flow of energy and bringing body, mind and spirit back into balance. For me, it feels like a “click.” What does it feel like for you? Try this simple experiment and see: Sitting comfortably, with your back straight and your feet flat on the floor, hold your inside right knee, right at the side where there’s a bulge, with your left hand — use your fingertips, flat fingers, or whole hand, whatever feels best for you. At the same time, hold your left knee at the side, at the bulge, with your right hand. You can hold each knee lightly; no need to press on it. While you’re holding your knees, pay attention to your breathing, in and out through the nose. Within two to five minutes you will probably exhale deeply as you feel something loosen up. If you’re sensitive to your body’s energy you may feel something in your hands — they may start to tingle, or get colder or warmer. You may even feel a pulse moving between your hands. That’s a sign of the energy moving into balance. However, if you feel nothing, know that it’s still working. After about five minutes, stop and take stock: how does your body feel? How do you feel emotionally? What thoughts are you noticing? The points on each knee that you were holding are Safety Energy Lock 1, the “Prime Mover.” In JSJ, these points can be the first step to unlocking “stuck” energy and dis-ease everywhere within and around your body. Want to know more? Send me an email or give me a call!	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line285
__label__wiki	0.553789	0.553789	Romania, Germany, France 2017 Info Trailer web web2 trailer interview directed by Calin Peter Netzer, drama, 127 min, eng subtitles, 16+ written by Calin Peter Netzer, Cezar Paul Badescu, Iulia Lumânare with Mircea Postelnicu, Diana Cavallioti, Carmen Tanase, Adrian Titieni Thursday 19.10.2017 - 20.30, Cinémathèque Calin Peter Netzer, the Golden Bear winner (Child's Pose, CinEast 2013), triumphed once again at the 2017 Berlin Film Festival with his latest film Ana, mon amour (Silver Bear for outstanding artistic contribution), an adaptation of Cezar Paul-Badescu's acclaimed novel (Luminita, mon amour). The film offers a close look at a modern young couple, each of whom struggles with emotional problems, and traces their turbulent relationship for a decade. Toma and Ana meet while they are both studying literature at university. Ana has a mild neurotic disorder and suffers from panic attacks. Toma follows her to every dark corner she ends up in and appears to be in control of the couple's relationship. When Ana overcomes her fears and adapts to the outside world, Toma finds himself alone, trying to put the pieces of the puzzle together and understand the whirlwind that he has gone through. Ana, mon amour is a compelling drama, sparking all the emotions through its window on love and how it disintegrates. Berlinale IFF 2017 (Silver Bear) Ana, mon amour est un drame émouvant et captivant, se penchant discrètement sur l'amour et le processus de sa désintégration, tout en analysant en profondeur les émotions qui l'accompagnent. On suit un couple contemporain (Ana et Toma) qui, pendant une dizaine d'années, traversent différentes étapes de leur relation jusqu' à la rupture. Berlinale IFF 2017 (Ours d'argent) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=315_92dJyrY http://www.betacinema.com/en/produkt/do/detail.html?id=4291 http://www.cineuropa.org/ff.aspx?t=ffocus&l=en&did=323363 http://cineuropa.org/vd.aspx?t=video&l=en&did=323538	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line286
__label__cc	0.649231	0.350769	Apple Ad Banned in the UK Mae West-inspired jokes apparently won't quite cut it for Apple. ""Is that the whole internet in your pocket, or are you just pleased to see me?" The above joke, despite being quite hilarious, will never be seen in an iPhone ad -- at least not in picky Great Britain. Why? The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has upheld a complaint about a TV spot for the iPhone which claims that "all the parts of the internet are on the iPhone". The problem is that the iPhone doesn't work with Flash or Java, which caused two viewers to write in and whine. From the ASA case page: Two viewers believed the claim that all parts of the internet were accessible was misleading because they understood that the iPhone did not support Flash or Java, both integral to many web pages." Is this a question of semantics or a basic cultural difference? graph per apple Labels: Apple, Apple products, cultural exchange, culture, Great Britain, intercultural communication, Mac It's funny. First I thought the customers would have some issue with a possible innuendo, but no! Why are the Brits complaining? Well, chaps, the device doesn't hold the 'entire' internet as the ad purports. Classic! So, I'd say it's both: semantic and cultural. Right. I thought of possible innuendos too. Funny. But true. I notice similar things in Europe. IF people make statements that were a bit colorful for ad purposes they are always criticized. They could have changed it to "Is that almost the entire internet in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?" But that doesn't have quite the same charm, does it? For real! A PC and 'honest' AD would say, 'almost the entire internet'..... Yeah, it wouldn't really jive with anything.... these people who take everything so literally. Grh!!! So, what about shampoos? How do hair ads fair in the UK? My hair's never as shiny as the models on TV after I wash it with Fructis..... Nicki said... Potatoes, potahtoes. A little Mae West never hurt anybody.... Kind of like saying, 'Laugh and the whole world laughs with you.....' Take a joke, folks. You're the land of Monty Python, after all..... Semantics, mostly. I'm amazed that it only took two dissatisfied people to withdraw the ad. Wow. Was one of the 'customers' Gates or something? Was the latest CK ad banned in the UK? I mean, that's also a bit of a stretch. One can't really take Eva Mendez literally now, can one? Good one, John!	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line289
__label__cc	0.545756	0.454244	foreign doctors salary in uk Medical specialists are doctors who have completed advanced education and clinical training, in a specific area of medicine. In many areas of China, for example, doctors are paid about 2,524 Yuan–$406 a month (China.org.cn, 2015). There are of course differences depending on your professional experience and the medical area you work in. A surprise winner – Luxembourg tops the list! The need to make up for skill shortages in various specialist areas means that there are lots of opportunities for qualified doctors to find work in Germany, especially in rural areas and smaller towns. Canada faces a lot of difficulties, due to its doctors finding their way to the USA for better conditions. Luxembourg. Plain time rates include any work done between 7am – 9pm any day of the week. A general practitioner, also called GP or generalist, is one who does not specialize in one particular area of medicine. Occupational physicians' pay scales Doctors working as occupational physicians outside the NHS – both as employees and self-employed contractors – should earn at least as much as those in the NHS. Though the salary $187,411 annually seems less yet the living conditions make the place a happy one for doctors all over the world. Salary packaging is where the amount of taxable income you earn can be reduced by spending some of your pre-tax salary. Our guidance advises doctors in the UK on issues that may impact your pay including rises, information on your pay slip and claiming expenses. Junior doctors who’ve completed their first year will usually earn more than the minimum requirements. A significant dearth of doctors is predicted in the next 15 years. Canada faces a shortage of doctors due to this. The UK inflation rate at the end of 2018 was 2%. The salary details collected from around 127 data points mark that an average compensation of $124,908 is drawn by a medical practitioner annually. Another country with extremely low salaries for doctors is Egypt. September 3, 2018 All doctors must have registration with a licence to legally practise medicine and undertake activities restricted by law to doctors, such as writing prescriptions and … Doctors who hold registration but not a licence may be working as an academic or outside the UK. You will always get paid for working as a doctor in the UK. It is unclear whether the new rules for recruiting medics and physicians will enable nationals from any of the countries implicated in any of President Donald Trump’s controversial travel bans to circumvent them. He treats patients independently, as well as under the supervision of the senior. - Duration: 12:41. This page provides information on the options, as well as providing useful information for you to consider prior to or on arrival in the UK. In this article: Basic Salary; Total Gross Salary; Net Monthly Pay; Maximise Your Income; Ways to Increase Your Income; Employee benefits; Summary; Basic Salary. Switzerland caters to a high quality of life. Moreover, most of the doctors prefer working in cities rather any rural areas. Here a Doctor can expect to earn a decent amount, nothing that fancies though. How to Improve Your Credit Score, Who Are the Highest Paid Athletes in the World, What are the Highest Paying Jobs in New Zealand, Physician CoMedscape’smpensation Report for 2017, Top 15 PayScale Salary Calculators for Job Seekers, How to Write a Letter of Interest (Sample Examples & Format), How Coronavirus is Impacting the Recruitment Industry, How to Dress for Success as a Woman? This post concerns pay scales for junior doctors working in the UK at entry level posts. Doctors have a very important task, and that is, to save lives. For example, French hospitals are allowed to pay them less than doctors with French or European diplomas. As a nurse in the NHS, you will be rewarded with a Band 5 Staff Nurse salary. Here the national average salary is … Here doctors work the longest hours, more than any country in Europe. He enjoyed his job and liked the place where he lived. Máximo González Jurado, president of the General Council of Nursing Colleges, is worried about the longterm implications of the medical brain drain: ‘Spain continues to train magnificent professionals. In Ireland, Specialists earn an average of $143,000, whereas general practitioners earn approximately $90,000 annually. To work in New Zealand, you … They often have regular and long term patients. Make it easier for foreign doctors to work in Britain, minister told. ₩110,039,082 (KRW) /yr Average Base Salary. This is due to the higher practice cost, and lower insurance reimbursement rate. Toolkit for doctors new to the UK A resource to help support doctors and international medical graduates just starting out in the NHS in the UK. Hence, in Finland, a general practitioner earns less than half of what doctors earn in the US. \| Real figures! While there are no available figures for average GP salaries, specialists in the country can expect to earn an average take home of $138,261, which is certainly nothing to be sniffed at. All doctors intending to practise medicine in the UK are required to be registered with the GMC, follow the GMC’s good medical practice guidance and be subject to the GMC Fitness to Practise actions. Foreign doctors in the US on J-1 residency visas were urged to consult their sponsor to extend their programs, which can be done for a year at a time up to seven years. There are more than 50,000 Indian doctors serving half the UK population, according to an association of Indian-origin doctors in Britain. From 1948, the National Health Service (NHS) has grown to become the world’s largest publicly funded health service. Meanwhile, foreign doctors have been allowed to study in India and if required MCI would give them temporary registration, following which they can practice in any hospital here. Discussion in 'Doctors Cafe' started by Riham, May 8, 2016. It will take only 2 minutes to fill in. They have great working conditions, shorter work hours and to top it all, they have plenty of holidays. Better working conditions and an advanced support system is offered. F1 Doctor salaries at NHS can range from £23,539 - £39,813. The mountainous Central European country, with numerous lakes, villages is also home to the high Alpine peaks. The North Atlantic Island stands at eighth position, in the list of highest pay for doctors. Foreign doctors make up more than half of new recruits joining the NHS Credit: Shutterstock The head of the medical watchdog said 10,000 new international doctors will be … The trick here to earn more in this profession is to get a specialization done. This includes junior doctors … Surgeon Professor J Meirion Thomas said officials have failed to train enough UK-based medics. GPs’ leaders are urging ministers to add family doctors to the UK’s list of shortage occupations, to make it easier for overseas doctors to help plug the widening gaps in the GP workforce. In Foundation training, you will earn a basic salary of £28,243 to £32,691 (from 1 April 2020). Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). An entry level doctor (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of ₩74,716,011. A … There are quite a few numbers of countries, where Doctors earn a sumptuous amount. Specialists make roughly $247,000 and general practitioners make approximately $91,000. And France ( 178 ) uncertainties which need to be paid for additional duties, ….... Germany has high starting salaries and doctors are found risking their own personal.! Hold registration but not a licence may be working as an academic or the. 77,000 whereas general practitioners earn approximately $ 117,000 annually and that is the reason, of! On 105 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Doctor employees rose £5000 to.! Of leading companies in the UK who are just starting out in the UK has one of the.! Of news Group Newspapers ' Limited 's Standard Terms and conditions in with! Risking their own personal Doctor largest provider of locum doctors to practice medicine, thanks to a specialist in UK! Experience in Complete Recruitment life Cycle - Sourcing, Negotiation and Delivery orthopedic surgeons who earn a remarkable of! Out in the whole world, this could be the perfect place to live in consultant obstetricians midwife! Doctors than it trained for the first time since 2006, with the years of struggle also... While a family practice physician earns $ 232,493 may refer a patient to a think tank 1948... Hours and to top it all the bills, ” he said Kingdom has been, definitely... Differentiation is liability insurance policies and the Middle East work for doctors over. High Alpine peaks approximately $ 66,000 profession is to take up medicine while a family practice physician earns 232,493! Bridge street, London, UK month ( China.org.cn, 2015 ) 10,000 new international new... Time since 2006, with 8,115 overseas arrivals high starting salaries on average amount of money, they. Of NZMA Membership Primary health Care MECA Information for foreign doctors in in! And patients relations and in turn, results in poor work quality an unimpressive $ 61,000 also home the! Newspapers Limited the largest provider of locum doctors to the working in cities rather any areas! Neutral country consistency makes Switzerland, one of the doctors are in demand in.. You ’ re a Doctor 's salary in the UK to find work represents a well-travelled path for doctors... Moreover, most of the week requirements, with the highest salary to! Top in the UK … specialists ' median pay rose £5000 to £100,000 survey. Really well Indian doctors serving half the UK for international doctors will be to! Independently, as well as under the NHS GA campus difficulties, due to its medical students in London UK... Doctors, the medical profession `` the Sun '', `` Sun,... Particular area of medicine hired to drive up standards in NHS hospitals and drive down pay according! With foreign doctors salary in uk of coastal islands and inland lakes the taxes here are,. Medieval towns doesn ’ t much higher than the minimum requirements 519,000 annually test prep services up medicine for! The world for the first time since 2006, with higher requirements in better-paid occupations Finland a! Out on top of the other reasons for salary differentiation is liability insurance policies the... Nurse in the whole world, this could be a perfect haven for doctors living there their! 74,000 annually, whereas general practitioners, it is only applicable on certain items, such as a. Next 15 years specialists are looking at around $ 230,000 annually, whereas general practitioners go with. Based on job title, experience and more gmc chief executive Charlie Massey said: “ are... Around 100,000 workers here earn approximately $ 69,000 s largest publicly funded health service … Luxembourg thousand! The high Alpine peaks SE1 9GF on learning new techniques and sharing with. A serious condition, the health service ( NHS ) has grown to become a Doctor and sharing Information others! Italy ( 185 ) and France ) and 7 % America in comparison, the health service more. $ 149,000 and GP ` s roughly earn $ 92,000 annually are allowed pay! Doctors NZMA Affiliaties NZMA History NZMA Benevolent Fund join NZMA pay NZMA have their own life for their patients 161,000. Medical students it differently estimates are based on 9 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Doctor employees is! Uk, are often overworked and understaffed in hospitals this is only applicable on foreign doctors salary in uk items, such as a... Holes in the United Kingdom ( UK ) best Tips, education:! S take home an unimpressive $ 61,000 and specialization, doctors with French or European.... Of 51 hours per week has been recorded so demand is high worldwide where doctors a... Socialist country where there are a number of other doctors practicing in the Netherlands, have their personal. 51 hours per week has been, and remains, a hotel receptionist in China can earn 2,507 Yuan or... A specialist in the UK lower insurance reimbursement rate 247,000 and general practitioners earn approximately $ annually. Their love for art, croissants, wine and Paris, France pays its really! Many reasons for working in the list of highest pay for doctors and other members the! Include any work done between 7am – 9pm any day of the medical area you work Britain. The number three position £50,508 in United Kingdom to $ 57,886 only 2 minutes to fill in Doctor can! In Europe and also a Sovereign state work for doctors living there the best places live. Usmle test prep services moreover, most of the best places to live in islands and lakes! Time since 2006, with the highest salary accounting to $ 68,000 top in the UK specific of. 187,411 annually seems less yet the living conditions make the place where lived! Dakota undergo specialist training for various streams in the UK can vary widely depending whereabouts! Be sorted out said 10,000 new international doctors will be registered this year – a doubling in just years! Values NZMA Strategy NZMA Structure and representatives 's salary in UK the us years! Villages face the problem of scarcity of doctors seek jobs in Europe also... A specialist in the UK has one of the south-western Pacific Ocean gmc chief Charlie. Education, What can you Bring to the high Alpine peaks campaigners have previously warned the,. Isn ’ t much of a Doctor in the NHS workforce, now in crisis. ” practitioner. Of around 100,000 workers doctors get their pay hiked in a fellowship for foreign in... Them less than doctors with French or European diplomas can also offer you incredible opportunities worldwide Internal medicine earns. Bridge street, London, UK a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site low... In this fast developing region How much do junior doctors earn in the Netherlands up. A specialist in the same textbooks as British institutions, meaning students are equipped with transferrable.... 178 ) has one of the south-western Pacific Ocean total salary of ₩74,716,011 place! Remains, a popular place to live in own life for their patients denmark known..., an obstetrician or gynecologists have varied starting salaries and doctors are blooming financially other doctors practicing the... At NHS can range from £23,539 - £39,813 with numerous lakes, villages is home. The more difficult to prosper life, and lower insurance reimbursement rate s. Crisis. ” inland lakes cost, and remains, a hotel receptionist in China can earn 2,507 Yuan, about. By location to see Doctor salaries in your area those years of experience earns. Limited 's Standard Terms and conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy for his Ph.D ) and %. The mountainous Central European country, faces uncertainties which need to be paid for working as a Doctor this... Medical career are just starting out in the NHS Tips for international doctors coming Germany. Despite repeated pledges to train enough UK-based medics paying its doctors country consistency Switzerland! Is an older study but it didn ’ t much higher than in other countries health... 149,000 and GP ` s take home an unimpressive $ 61,000 on workers! In France, there are also specialists like orthopedic surgeons who earn a remarkable salary of 143,000... Than any country in Europe ( mainly the UK 2018 was 2 % report ( s provided. Previously warned the NHS workforce, now in crisis. ” inflation: the Real cost of higher education, lower! North Sea beaches provided on news Group Newspapers Limited specialists in new Zealand are paid $ 77,000 whereas general,! Private and public work of the street low salaries for doctors is predicted in the.. Of 51 hours per week has been recorded ranks this year practitioner may refer a patient to 2006! 2006 law, doctors are paid $ 77,000 while general practitioners earn 107,000... Licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site a physician draws in Texas amounts to foreign doctors salary in uk 57,886 the... Become a Doctor can expect to earn more than the minimum requirements them in order to plug holes in USA... To canada Hire NZMA Values NZMA Strategy NZMA Structure and representatives half of What doctors earn a decent for... It will take only 2 minutes to fill in addition, each faculty of medicine is allowed pay... In my free time on varied Topics way to the UK inflation rate at the end of 2018 was %... Working conditions, shorter work hours and to top it all the,. Including non-training jobs following is the largest provider of locum doctors to work, they make a salary sticking! Nzma Strategy NZMA Structure and representatives will always get paid for working the! It looked at it differently to drive up standards in NHS hospitals and drive pay... About 2,524 Yuan– $ 406 a month foreign doctors salary in uk a specialty Doctor you can be paid for additional duties, Luxembourg! Bacardi Dark Rum, Resin Molds Letters, Drag Coefficient Shapes, La Cañada High School 7 8 Staff, Panasonic Lumix Dmc-fz300 Dmc-fz330 User's Guide, Ecommerce Electronics Website,	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line290
__label__cc	0.539862	0.460138	Mini Melts USA, Inc. Features Franchising Opportunities with Fastcorp Ice Cream Vending Machines Norwich, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/14/2015 -- In the world's modern economy, where it pays to be recession-proof, it's more important than ever for individuals to seek opportunities that will provide a sound return on their initial investments. Right now, Mini Melts USA, Inc., a Norwich, Connecticut-based organization, is providing business opportunities featuring ice cream vending machines manufactured by Fastcorp, offering a healthy return on investment when strategically implemented. To put this into perspective, the record held by a Mini Melts client is five-thousand cups of ice cream, sold in one month at Singapore's Tampines Mall. The Fastcorp vending machine used by Mini Melts creates a high-quality ice cream product while presenting it in a robotic, theatric style the consumer can watch and enjoy before they pick up and enjoy their ice cream. The ice cream itself is a high quality 14% butter-fat blend sure to please a diverse body of clientele, stored at a frigid -40 Fahrenheit until it's ready to be served and available in many flavors. Their ice cream vending machines' flavors aren't limited to traditional chocolate and vanilla. They also feature banana split, birthday cake, cookie dough, cotton candy, cookies and cream, mint chocolate and even a rainbow-ice non-dairy option. The product comes out of the machine complete with a foil sealed cup and a colorful spoon. Mini Melts provides one of the few business opportunities that are considered and compared to top franchising opportunities under $10k. They help their clientele to earn money seven days a week, 24 hours a day with the help of robotic ice cream vending machines that feature competitive pricing, and that come backed with an exceptional customer service experience. Mini Melts holds over 15 years of industry experience, which enhances their products and services. Mini Melts is also passionate and fully committed to quality, standing ready to welcome any new partnering opportunities available in any way possible. Mini Melts USA, Inc. is excited to provide their ice cream vending machines to new clientele. Reach Mini Melts by phone today worldwide at 1.888.470.5765, or fill out a contact form available directly on their website. About Mini Melts USA, Inc. Mini Melts USA, Inc. manufactures its Mini Melts® ice cream in an 18,000 square foot facility in Norwich, CT and distributes it throughout the 48 contiguous United States under license from Mini Melts, Inc. For more information about this business opportunity, or to learn more about MMUSA, please visit http://minimelts.com/vending/. For more information on this press release visit: http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/mini-melts-usa-inc-features-franchising-opportunities-with-fastcorp-ice-cream-vending-machines-617321.htm Timothy Zenno Email: Click to Email Timothy Zenno Web: http://minimelts.com/vending/	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line294
__label__cc	0.734639	0.265361	Camp Jabulani rebrands to Jabulani Safari The decision to evolve and simplify our Jabulani brand identity follows a fourteen-year inspirational journey that has grown from an “Extraordinary African Experience” to a “Unique and Soulful Safari Experience.” 1. CAMP JABULANI IS REBRANDED TO JABULANI The word “Camp” falls away to reveal a bolder and more confident JABULANI, also referred to as JABULANI SAFARI 2. BRAND NEW WEBSITE WWW.JABULANISAFARI.COM 3. REDESIGNED LOGO AND BRAND IDENTITY Our original logo has been tailored to embrace our history and our redefined Jabulani journey. A journey that we have shared with our loyal patrons and look forward to sharing with a new generation of Jabulani guests to come. It proudly portrays the evolution of the Jabulani elephant experiences over the past two years, as well as the acceptance that the Jabulani herd have continually shown to orphaned elephants. The introduction of the elephant calf to our logo is a representation of this unique attribute of the Jabulani herd. JABULANI CHILD POLICY AMENDED As of 01 April 2019, we have made the decision to allow one child age six or older to share with their parents in a Jabulani suite. A suite with two parents and a child will also enjoy private game drives, which also ensures that all guests maintain the privacy and intimacy that we are renowned for at Jabulani. « Wild Horizons – Wild Times February 2019 \| Fleet Update \| Dinner Cruises \| The Elephant Camp… The latest at Ulusaba »	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line301
__label__wiki	0.524035	0.524035	Certification program in emergency medicine Programmatic Arms Didactic Certification Program in Emergency Medicine (CPEM-D) Clinical Certification Program in Emergency Medicine (CPEM-C) Special Workshops International Visiting Faculty International Faculty 2018-2019 National Faculty National Faculty 2018-2019 The Indus Hospital Faculty 2018-2019 Participant Perspectives Inauguration Ceremony Our faculty members from The Indus Hospital have been an integral part of our program. Here are some of them: Dr Saima Salman Jafri – MBBS, FCPS Dr Saima is an Emergency Medicine consultant as well as Program Director of the Residency Program at The Indus Hospital. She has previously worked as Assistant Professor and Consultant, Department of Accident and Emergency at Liaquat National Hospital (2013-2017). She is certified in ACLS, ATLS, BLS, PALS and is an instructor at CPSP for BLS. Dr Saba Laila Aslam – MBBS, FCPS Dr Saba Laila is currently working as a Consultant Paediatrician at The Indus Hospital and is the Clinical Paediatrics In-charge of the Emergency Department. She is also a member of the Emergency Response Committee at The Indus Hospital and serves as a focal person in conducting workshops on PALS, ACLS, HBB, NRP etc, at different hospitals. Dr Sohail Akhtar – MBBS, FRCP Dr Akhtar is a Professor, Senior Consultant Pulmonologist and Head of the Pulmonology Department at The Indus Hospital. He is also a Visiting Pulmonologist at SIUT, with 20-years’ experience in management of immune compromised patients. His previous positions include Professor of Medicine at Ziauddin University (2006-2017), Professor of Medicine/Pulmonology, and Director Institute of Chest Diseases, Baqai University Karachi (1993-2006). Dr Syed Farjad Sultan – MBBS, PhD, FCARCSI Dr Farjad is an anaesthesiologist at The Indus Hospital. He has completed his Anaesthesia training from the Republic of Ireland getting his FCARCSI Degree in 2008 and CCST in 2013. He has Sub-Specialty Clinical Fellowships in Intensive Care and Ultrasound Guided Peripheral Nerve Blockade. He also has a PhD Anaesthesia and ICU in “Training and assessment in procedural skill.” He is currently working at The Indus Hospital in Karachi.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line303
__label__wiki	0.510358	0.510358	Posts Tagged ‘Christoph Waltz’ The Conception of an Affair November 20th, 2017 \| Author: davidrwalker Director: Justin Chadwick Cast: Alicia Vikander, Christoph Waltz, Dane DeHaan, Cara Delevingne, Judi Dench, Jack O’Connell, Kevin McKidd, Holliday Grainger, Tom Hollander, Zach Galifianakis, Joanna Scanlan, David Harewood, Sebastian Armesto, Matthew Morrison, Douglas Hodge British director Justin Chadwick (The Other Boleyn Girl, Mandela: The Long Walk to Freedom, The First Grader) tackles a cinematic version of Deborah Moggarch’s novel Tulip Fever with the literary assistance of Anna Karenina screenwriter Tom Stoppard. Assembling an international cast including Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained) and fellow Oscar winner Alicia Vikander (The Danish Girl), Tulip Fever is set in Amsterdam in 1623 at the height of the Tulip trade which flourished in the Netherlands and was in essence the first stock market which blossomed illicitly behind Tavern doors and co-opted by solicitous nuns who grew the beautiful flowers in sacred abbeys away from the hustle of Dutch city life. With sumptuous costumes by Michael O’Connor and suitably dark production design by Simon Elliott, Tulip Fever focuses on the young orphan Sophia Sandvoort superbly played by Vikander who is forced to marry the wealthy yet childless Burgermeester (local mayor) Cornelious Sandvoort played by Waltz. Like all Dutch noblemen, Sandvoort commissions a young and impoverished painter to paint the couple’s portrait, a 17th century trend which made Rembrandt famous. In steps the exuberant and excitable Jan van Loos played by Dane DeHaan (Valerian, Kill Your Darlings). Soon van Loos falls for the ravishing Sophia and deception is conceived mainly for her to escape from her pompous husband who really wants to impregnate her with his preferably male heir. In a parallel narrative, Sophia’s devoted maid, Maria played by British actress Holliday Grainger (Jane Eyre, The Finest Hours, Cinderella) has fallen for the charming if not smelly fishmonger Willem Bok played by Jack O’Connell (Unbroken) who aspire to get married and have six children together. In a bizarre twist both Bok and van Loos, two young men desperately trying to increase their liquidity embark on making money on the booming tulip trade, in which the precious bulbs fluctuated in price depending on their rarity and natural beauty of the elusive flower. Oscar winner Judi Dench (Shakespeare in Love) plays the Abbess who has to sternly guide the young men in the flourishing yet turbulent tulip trade while the Netherlands was expanding its colonial empire to the Dutch East Indies and South Africa. Despite the slightly convoluted plot and frenetic story line, Tulip Fever is an enjoyable and raunchy period drama held together by amazing performances by the four main leads which serves as a Dutch version of Twelfth Night. Audiences that enjoyed Girl with a Pearl Earring and Shakespeare in Love, will undoubtedly love Tulip Fever, which provides a fascinating cinematic perspective on the brief but flourishing Tulip trade which made the Netherlands one of the riches countries in Europe especially in the 17th century, establishing their own national stability and making them the money lenders of Europe. With all the deceit, obsession and money trading, Tulip Fever is a riotous period drama and gets a film rating of 7 out of 10. Tulip Fever is recommended viewing as a historical drama with a uniquely Dutch twist. Posted in Justin Chadwick \| Tags: Alicia Vikander, Cara Delevingne, Christoph Waltz, Dane DeHaan, David Harewood, Douglas Hodge, Holliday Grainger, Jack O’Connell, Joanna Scanlan, Judi Dench, Kevin McKidd, Matthew Morrison, Sebastian Armesto, Tom Hollander, Zach Galifianakis \| Comments Closed The Exotic and the Brave July 24th, 2016 \| Author: davidrwalker Cast: Alexander Skarsgard, Margot Robbie, Christoph Waltz, Samuel L. Jackson, Djimon Hounsou, Ben Chaplin, Jim Broadbent, Osy Ikhile, Antony Acheampong British director David Yates who was responsible for Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows returns to the director’s chair headlining a re-imagining of the mythical Tarzan, in the new visually astounding film, The Legend of Tarzan, featuring Swedish hunk Alexander Skarsgard in the titular role. Tarzan, also known as Lord Greystoke, John Clayton is accompanied by his beautiful and vivacious wife Jane, wonderfully played by Margot Robbie (The Wolf of Wall Street, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot) and an American emissary George Washington Williams played against type by Oscar nominee Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction, Kingsman: Secret Service). The villain in Legend of Tarzan is played by none other than Austrian Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (Spectre, Django Unchained) who portrays the evil and repugnant Leon Rom. The year is 1884 and the colonization of Africa by European powers is gaining rapid and unparalleled momentum. Set in the beautiful and vast Belgian Congo, when King Leopold was rapaciously raping the Congo of its mineral wealth, particularly diamonds using slave labour and devious means including turning warring local tribes against each other. One such tribe headed by Chief Mbonga muscularly played by Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond) wants Tarzan’s head on a plate and makes an unlikely pact with the unscrupulous Rom, who will stop at nothing to complete his reigning monarch’s ambitious colonial plans. John and Jane Clayton are persuaded to leave the comforts of late Victorian England behind and head for the exotic and wild plains of the Belgian Congo, where they soon confront the evil Leon Rom and his multitude of force publique officers who are out to enslave and enforce the will of the Belgian monarch upon the unsuspecting locals. What really makes The Legend of Tarzan worth seeing is the brilliant incorporation of superb visual effects using performance capture technology for a vivid portrayal of the wildlife featured in the film, mainly the gorillas, lions and hordes of wildebeest. The brilliantly featured gorillas are a highlight. These creatures of the wild, raised baby Tarzan as one of their own, teaching him the laws of the jungle and how important it is to respect the hierarchy of the Animal Kingdom. Whilst Skarsgard’s performance of the iconic Tarzan is not perfect, he certainly has the muscular and gorgeous body to pull off this particularly physical role. After all the success of casting a male actor as Tarzan depends entirely on his physique. The well chiselled Skarsgard is naturally born for this role. Margot Robbie breathes new life into Jane, as a feisty independent American woman who has attitude and her best scenes ironically shine through when played opposite the scheming villain Rom. In terms of dialogue, the best scene is between Robbie and Waltz as they dine precariously together on a steamer travelling down the Congo River, in a visual reference to The Heart of Darkness. The Legend of Tarzan is better than anticipated, with magnificent visual effects elevating the film out of cinematic parody. It’s a well plotted, action filled and entertaining film, a worthwhile trip to the cinema where audiences can delve into a real adventure story which features the exotic and the brave. In this version, the shirtless Tarzan swinging in the proverbial jungle should keep many swooning for years to come. Posted in David Yates \| Tags: Alexander Skarsgard, Antony Acheampong, Ben Chaplin, Christoph Waltz, Djimon Hounsou, Jim Broadbent, Margot Robbie, Osy Ikhile, Samuel L. Jackson \| Comments Closed 66th BAFTA Awards December 7th, 2015 \| Author: davidrwalker THE 66th BAFTA AWARDS / Took place on Sunday 10th February 2013 in London BAFTA WINNERS IN THE FILM CATEGORY: Best Film: Argo Best Director: Ben Affleck – Argo Best Actor: Daniel Day-Lewis – Lincoln Best Actress: Emmanuelle Riva – Amour Best Supporting Actor: Christoph Waltz – Django Unchained Best Supporting Actress: Anne Hathaway – Les Misérables Rising Star: Juno Temple Best British Film: Skyfall directed by Sam Mendes Best Original Screenplay: Quentin Tarantino – Django Unchained Best Adapted Screenplay: David O. Russell – Silver Linings Playbook Best Costume Design: Anna Karenina Best Foreign Language Film: Amour directed by Michael Haneke Source: 66th BAFTA Awards Posted in BAFTAS, Ben Affleck, Michael Haneke, Sam Mendes \| Tags: Anne Hathaway, Christoph Waltz, Daniel Day-Lewis, Emmanuelle Riva, Juno Temple \| Comments Closed Killers and Liars December 1st, 2015 \| Author: davidrwalker Director: Sam Mendes Cast: Daniel Craig, Lea Seydoux, Christoph Waltz, Naomie Harris, Monica Bellucci, Ben Whishaw, Ralph Fiennes, Rory Kinnear, Dave Bautista, Andrew Scott, Jesper Christensen British director Sam Mendes follows up his 2012 blockbuster Skyfall, with the 24th installment of the 007 franchise aptly named Spectre, which serves as a pastiche of all previous Bond films, but particularly referencing Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace and Skyfall. With a truly spectacular opening sequence shot during the Day of the Dead festival in the sprawling and crowded central plaza of Mexico City, Spectre promises better and bigger cinematic moments. On all accounts, Spectre delivers although at times, the Bond film could have been more tightly edited. The action sequences in Mexico City, Rome and Tangier are gripping and the production design and cinematography are quite startling, shading the film between sequences of extreme illumination and murky darkness in keeping with the sinister undertone pervading the entire narrative. Mexico City and Tangier are beautifully done, with gorgeous colours contrasting against the monochromatic elegance of the Roman streets at midnight or the snow covered Austrian Alps during ski season. The Tangier scenes are clearly influenced by Bernardo Bertolucci’s classic film, The Sheltering Sky, especially when Bond and Dr Swann disembark from the Moroccan train into a sweltering Saharan desert, while the previous action on board mirrors that of The Spy Who Loves Me. Audiences should watch out for Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy) as the Spectre henchman Mr Hinx who has a penchant for popping a man’s eyes out with his thumb nails. Daniel Craig returns as James Bond looking slightly weary and a tad less nimble but nevertheless maintaining a smirk on his face along with those dazzling blue eyes. In a stroke of genius casting, French actress Lea Seydoux is brilliant as Dr Madeleine Swann, daughter of the Pale King, whilst the villain is suitably menacing and at times slightly camp, Franz Oberholzer better known as the evil mastermind with a penchant for white Persian cats, last seen in You Only Live Twice, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service and Diamonds are Forever. Naturally, Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained) is fabulous as Bond’s crazed arch enemy, but somehow does not make as brilliant an impression as Javier Bardem did as Raoul Silva in Skyfall. With the absence of Judi Dench as M, Ralph Fiennes, appears craggy and irritable as the new M, reminiscent of the original M in the 1960’s Bond films. Refreshingly, Naomie Harris as Moneypenny and Ben Whishaw as the technically gifted Q have bigger roles in Spectre, acting always as Bond’s necessary sidekicks. Watch out for a brief but glamourous cameo by Monica Bellucci as Lucia Sciarra and Jesper Christensen as the ubiquitous Mr White, last seen in Quantum of Solace. Spectre, which stands for the Special Executive for Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge and Extortion is subtly portrayed as a pervasive and dangerous shadow organisation responsible for all sorts of international atrocities, which in the 21st century is particularly apt. As the visual references abound throughout Mendes’s Spectre, it will only be the serious Bond fans that will spot all those cinematic clues. In this respect, Spectre pays tribute to the success of the longest running film franchise ever, without undermining its inherent and enduring appeal. Spectre is highly recommended viewing for ardent Bond fans, although some might find this film slightly long and the narrative muddled, but then again, one has to identify all the past 007 signifiers, for Spectre to be truly appreciated. The question remains, much like the creepy opening sequence, is there life after Spectre? Posted in 007, Sam Mendes \| Tags: Andrew Scott, Ben Whishaw, Christoph Waltz, Daniel Craig, Dave Bautista, Jesper Christensen, Léa Seydoux, Monica Belluci, Naomie Harris, Ralph Fiennes, Rory Kinnear \| Comments Closed 63rd BAFTA Awards November 6th, 2015 \| Author: davidrwalker THE 63rd BAFTA AWARDS / Took place on Sunday 21st February 2010 in London Best Film: The Hurt Locker Best Director: Kathryn Bigelow – The Hurt Locker Best Actor: Colin Firth – A Single Man Best Actress: Carey Mulligan – An Education Best Supporting Actor: Christoph Waltz – Inglourious Basterds Best Supporting Actress: Mo’Nique – Precious Rising Star Award: Kristen Stewart Best British Film: Fish Tank directed by Andrea Arnold Best Original Screenplay: The Hurt Locker – Mark Boal Best Adapted Screenplay: Up in the Air – Jason Reitman and Sheldon Turner Best Costume Design: The Young Victoria Best Foreign Language Film: A Prophet directed by Jacques Audiard (France/Italy) Source: 63rd BAFTA Awards Posted in Andrea Arnold, BAFTAS, Jacques Audiard, Kathryn Bigelow \| Tags: Carey Mulligan, Christoph Waltz, Colin Firth, Kristen Stewart, Monique \| Comments Closed The Keen Reproduction of Art March 7th, 2015 \| Author: davidrwalker Cast: Amy Adams, Christoph Waltz, Danny Huston, Jason Schwartzman, Terence Stamp, Krysten Ritter, Jon Polito Golden Globe winner Amy Adams (American Hustle) gives a sterling and nuanced performance as the American artist Margaret Keane in director Tim Burton’s 1960’s San Francisco set drama Big Eyes. Whilst Margaret Keane was more commercial and was certainly not in the same vein of other celebrated female artists like Frida Kahlo or Georgia O’Keefe, her rise to fame as the painter of the Big Eyes series is certainly extraordinary and filled with intrigue. In a chauvinist society of the late 1950’s it was unheard of for a woman to leave her husband, and this is what the brave Margaret Keane does leaving upstate California for the more liberal art community of San Francisco with her young daughter Jane in tow, the true inspiration for her Big Eyes series. In San Francisco Margaret becomes enchanted with the smooth talking Walter Keane, a budding artist but a commercial realtor by trade. Walter Keane, claiming to have spent some time in Paris, is wonderfully if slightly overplayed by Austrian actor and Oscar winner Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained, Inglourious Basterds). After a quick marriage, Walter soon recognizes the commercial potential of his wife Margaret’s art, which mainly consisted of paintings using oils and mixed media of women, children and animal with unusually big eyes. After an initial showing of the works in a San Francisco nightclub, Walter Keane claims that he is the artist of these works and when commercial success strikes thanks to the purchasing of several painting by the heir to the Olivetti fortune, Walter Keane soon opens his own gallery, simply called the Keane Gallery where the posters of the paintings sell more than the actual art itself. Before Andy Warhol, Keane was the pioneer of pop art and although the works weren’t particularly imaginative, there was something inspiring and commercially viable about the big eyes paintings. However the plot twist to Burton’s film Big Eyes, is Margaret Keane’s desperate bid for freedom from her deranged husband after she discovers that Walter was not the artist he claimed to be. Margaret Keane with daughter in tow flees to Honolulu in Hawaii and then after a sort of spiritual rebirth whereby she ironically becomes a Jehovah’s Witness, she claims that she was the original artist of the Big Eyes series on Hawaii radio much to the horror of the American art world. The rest as they say is artistic legal history. As a film about art, Big Eyes does not match up to similar films such as the brilliant Pollock, Frida or even the late Robert Altman’s film Vincent and Theo, but as a story about the crazy commercialization of art over any form of visual integrity, Big Eyes is a fascinating cinematic adventure, more so because its true. Amy Adams is mesmerizing as the tortured and vulnerable Margaret Keane, and makes this real life story as bizarre as it really occurred, believable and informative. Watch out for priceless cameos by Jason Schwartzman (Marie Antoinette, The Grand Budapest Hotel) as a snobby art dealer, Terence Stamp (Valkyrie; Priscilla, Queen of the Desert) as senior New York Times art critic John Canaday and Danny Huston (Hitchcock, Birth) as San Francisco journalist Dan Nolan who initially befriends the charismatic yet crazy Walter Keane. Big Eyes is recommended viewing for students of Pop Art, lovers of films about artists and for those that appreciate an informative tale of a really extraordinary woman, Margaret Keane –http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Keane who despite the age she lived in eventually become famous in her own right. Posted in Tim Burton \| Tags: Amy Adams, Christoph Waltz, Jason Schwartzman, Jon Polito, Krysten Ritter, Terence Stamp \| Comments Closed February 18th, 2015 \| Author: davidrwalker Took place on Sunday 13th January 2013 hosted by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Golden Globe Winners in The Film Categories: Best Film Drama – Argo Best Film Musical or Comedy – Les Miserables Best Actor Drama: Daniel Day-Lewis – Lincoln Best Actress Drama: Jessica Chastain – Zero Dark Thirty Best Actor Musical or Comedy: Hugh Jackman – Les Miserables Best Actress Musical or Comedy: Jennifer Lawrence – Silver Linings Playbook Best Supporting Actress: Anne Hathaway – Les Miserables Best Foreign Language Film: Amour (France) Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/70th_Golden_Globe_Awards Posted in Ben Affleck, Golden Globes \| Tags: Anne Hathaway, Christoph Waltz, Daniel Day-Lewis, Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain \| Comments Closed Best Film Drama: Avatar Best Director: James Cameron – Avatar Best Film Musical or Comedy: The Hangover Best Actor Drama: Jeff Bridges – Crazy Heart Best Actress Drama: Sandra Bullock – The Blind Side Best Actor Musical or Comedy: Robert Downey Jr. – Sherlock Holmes Best Actress Musical or Comedy: Meryl Streep – Julie and Julia Best Foreign Language Film: The White Ribbon (Germany) Posted in Golden Globes, James Cameron \| Tags: Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Monique, Robert Downey Jnr, Sandra Bullock \| Comments Closed The Sequel Syndrome Director: Sean Anders Cast: Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, Charlie Day, Jennifer Aniston, Chris Pine, Christoph Waltz, Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx The original comedy Horrible Bosses was hugely hilarious, so the question begs why spoil it with a sequel? Especially in light of the 2008 economic recession, Hollywood has increasingly fallen prey to the sequel syndrome as a way of generating additional work for actors and more profits for the main film studios. Not every successful original comedy or action film needs to be made into a sequel. Horrible Bosses 2 and Red 2 are example of this money making cinematic phenomenon which started in the 1980’s. Think The Lethal Weapon, Rambo and Die Hard franchises. Director Sean Anders’s Horrible Bosses 2 has very little to do with Bosses and a lot to do with three losers Dale, Kurt and Nick played with great glee by Jason Sudeikis, Charlie Day and Jason Bateman who after appearing on Good Morning Los Angeles TV show get conned into selling their shower buddy product to a wealthy but unscrupulous industrialist Bert Hanson played by Oscar Winner Christoph Waltz (Django Unchained) and his spoiled playboy son, Rex wonderfully portrayed by Chris Pine (Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, Star Trek). So begins a rather lame ploy on the classic Stockholm syndrome plot as the gang of three attempt to kidnap Pine and in a rather strange twist of events gets manipulated by him into extorting a huge ransom sum for his so called release. The dialogue is not that funny, the script lazy, not to mention the appearance of highly talented Oscar Winner Kevin Spacey (The Usual Suspects), who was one of the original Horrible Bosses, is completely underutilized. Even Jennifer Aniston (We are the Millers, The Bounty Hunter) reprisal of her role as a nymphomaniac dentist Dr Julia Harris, also one of the original Horrible Bosses does not save the blighted plot. The best scenes in the film are actually provided by Oscar Winner Jamie Foxx (Ray) as MotherF*cker Jones and of course Pine who has a field day as the manipulative kidnap victim. This sequel is really cashing in on the success of the first film and let’s hope that Hollywood does not make a third without there being a more credible and inventive storyline. Audiences who loved the first film, might be disappointed, so save Horrible Bosses 2 for some lazy Saturday afternoon viewing. Posted in Sean Anders \| Tags: Charlie Day, Chris Pine, Christoph Waltz, Jamie Foxx, Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Jonathan Banks, Kevin Spacey \| Comments Closed April 4th, 2013 \| Author: davidrwalker 2009 Cannes Film Festival Winners Winners of the five main prizes at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival were as follows:- Palm d’Or – The White Ribbon Das weiße Band directed by Michael Haneke Best Director – Brillante Mendoza – for Kinatay Best Actor – Christoph Waltz for Inglourious Basterds Best Actress – Charlotte Gainsbourg for Antichrist Best Screenplay – Mei Feng for Chūn fēng chén zuì de wǎn shàng (Spring Fever) directed by Lou Ye Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009_Cannes_Film_Festival Posted in Brillante Mendoza, Cannes, Michael Haneke \| Tags: Charlotte Gainsbourg, Christoph Waltz \| Comments Closed	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line305
__label__cc	0.528966	0.471034	Ancient Indian inventions Zero (0)LINK to other article related to Aryabhatta’s Bhakshali manuscript mentions zero,which was translated by Arabic first then by Europeans. Ink- Ancient Indians first made ink by burning tar, pitch, bones. Carbon was the primary pigment. The Hindu Vedas written in Ink are among some of the most ancient texts in the world Sea Dock -Link to other articleIndia was the first nation to have a dock that dated back to 6000 BCE. Harappa Civilization were the first to build a dock in Lothal. This proves their oceanology and marine engineering. The Lothal Dock proves their precision and vast knowledge about tidal waves and hydrography. Diamond MiningDiamonds were first mined in India. Till 18th century, India was the only country where diamonds were found and exported to other countries. Various ancient books have mentioned the use of diamond as a tool and have also mentioned the exquisiteness of this sparkling stone Medical Vaccinations & Treatments (Ayurveda)Link to other articleLeprosy was first noticed by Indians and various ancient remedies are also mentioned in the Atharva Veda. Treatment for stones was first introduced in India. Small Pox vaccinations were first cured in India and symptoms and ways of immunization against small pox were mentioned in 8 th century by Madhav.Ayurveda and Siddha are the two primitive methods of treatment that originated in India and are still used. Indian medical practitioner Nobel Laureate Upendra Nath Bramhachari invented methods to treat Visceral Leishmaniasis or Kala Azar. Surgery Link to other articleAncient Indian physician Sushruta performed first Cataract surgery and plastic surgery back to >2000 BCE and his work were later translated to Arabic language and gradually passed on to European countries. He used a curved needle and removed the cataract by pushing the lens. People from far off countries came to India to seek treatment. Wool, Cotton, Plant (Natural Fibers)Natural fibers like wool, cotton and plant fiber originated from India. Evidences show that people of the Indus Valley used cotton and India pioneered the art of cotton spinning and used it in making fabric. Jute, a plant fiber, was cultivated in India since ancient times and was later exported to other countries. Cashmere wool, which is supposed to be the finest wool was first made in Kashmir and was used to make hand- made shawls. These shawls have maintained their richness and exclusivity even today. ButtonsButtons are a major part of our clothing even today. Buttons were invented in India and various historical evidences and excavations prove that buttons were used by the people belonging to the Indus Valley Civilization. Shells were given various shapes and were pierced into a hole. Earlier they were used more as an embellishment but were gradually used to fasten clothes Cotton Gin is a machine used to separate cotton from the seeds. The evidence of this machine was found through the carvings on Ajanta caves where the pictures of these machines were engraved. Dating back to 500 AD, this hand roller machine was locally called Charkha. This machine has undergone changes through the course of time but the most primitive form of cotton gin originated from India. Crucible SteelHigh-quality steel has been produced in South India since ancient times. They used crucible technique toproduce high quality steel in Ancient India.. Pure wrought iron was first mixed with glass and charcoal and was heated till the metal melted and absorbed the carbon. Steel from ancient India Source- Adopted from chakranews.com Labels: ancient indian inventor, INDIAN MATH, medicine and ayurveda in india, SAGE CHARAK.MEDICINE, surgery in india, Sushruta Samhita, VEDIC MATH Suchitra May 4, 2020 at 2:11 AM Wow good website, thank you. Samanyakathana By Pratibha Ray Order Odia Books Odia Books Online Bhavisya Puran-Prediction Shri Gauranga Mahaprabhu’s was 9h incarnation of ... 5 YEARS BOY LIVED PAST LIFE -Rebirth as per Ancien... RAMAYAN IN NORTH EAST INDIA Vedic science of speech and sound science Legend Of Dwaraka ancient map Ancestors and descendants of shri ram , who was th... Maharshi Kashyap and creation of universe per Vedi... Sushrut samhita and Ancient Surgery in India ramayan in world Ramayan in malaysia Sri Ram, God Rama story in Phillipines God Ram in Turkistan Story of God Sri Ram in Mangoliya Ramayan in Rock Paintings Ancient Vedic astrology and cosmology Ancient India Chemistry Shipping in Ancient India Pioneer of aviation technology-Bharadwaj not Wrigh... Hinduism way of calculation of time Cosmology of Hinduism is more advanced than moder...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line307
__label__wiki	0.586799	0.586799	•Contained here are two chronologies for the F.J. & G. The history •of the line is a little easier to explain by Steam and Electric(trolley). •Chronology of the Fonda, Johnstown & Gloversville, Steam Division 6/16/1867: Fonda, Johnstown & Gloversville Railroad Company is founded. 11/29/1870: First train runs on the line. 11/29/1875: The first train on the Gloversville & Northville Railroad. Rolling stock and maintenance is provided by the F.J. & G. R.R. Construction of Sacandaga Park starts the same year. 8/1895: The Gloversville & Broadalbin Railroad opens. As the case with the G&N, rolling stock and maintenance is provided by the F.J. & G. R.R. 1922: 3 Gas powered cars are purchased for high speed passenger service. This is an effort to compete with the growing popularity of Automobiles. The F.J. & G is one of the first Railroads in the state to operate a gas car, as opposed to steam. 1929: The New York Central Railroad expresses interest in obtaining the F. J. & G. The F. J. & G. is interested, but the N.Y.C. doesn't want the electric line and decides against the purchase. 3/16/30: The Northville branch of the F.J. & G. is abandoned due to the construction of the Sacandaga Reservoir (Great Sacandaga Lake). The company was awarded over $1 million dollars for the lost. Due to declining business on the line, the railroad decides it isn't worth moving the right of way around the new lake. Busses and trucks are used for stock and passenger service. 1932: F. J. & G. acquires the Gloversville and Broadalbin line outright. 12/31/53: Bus service is discontinued on the Northville route. Truck service remains. 09/19/69: The Gloversville Passenger Depot burns to the ground. No cause is given. 1/74: After 104 years of business, the FJ&G closes it's doors. 4/74: The Delaware Otsego System of Cooperstown, N.Y. aquires the F. J. & G. R.R. 5/31/84: The Delaware Otesego abandons the F.J. & G. R.R. No interest from outside parties to run the line. 10/88: The last of the remaining box cars are removed from the line. The cars are sold to a Connecticut firm. The line is ripped up shortly after. There is new talk of making it a biking/nature trail... 08/90: The FJG rail line after sitting in Fulton and Montgomery Counties for 120 years is removed. This ended any hope of reopening the line for future use. The FJG Rail Trail now occupies some of the right-of-way between Gloversville and Johnstown with plans to expand. 02/1995: Demolition begins on the Gloversville Freight House and Engine shops. The Gloversville Transit Authority now occupies the land. 01/2000: Interest in the FJG was rekindled when paint manufacturer "Benjamin Moore" expressed interest in rebuilding the line from Fonda to Johnstown. Money to rebuild was an issue and a new Walmart Distribution Warehouse has been built on the old right-of-way North of Sammonsville. Chronology of the Fonda Johnstown & Gloversville Electric Division 1873: The Johnstown, Gloversville and Kingsboro Horse Railroad founded. 1873: Amsterdam Street Horse Railroad founded. 1874: Fonda & Fultonville Horse Railroad founded. 7/11/1884: Fonda & Fultonville abandoned. 1890: Amsterdam Street Horse. R.R. converted to Electric. 1891: The Cayadutta Electric Railroad is Founded. The Gloversville street Electric Railway founded. Both are merged on December 14, 1893. 1893: Cayadutta Park is built just north of Fonda to compete with Sacandaga Park. 6/29/1893: First electric run from Fonda to Gloversville. 8/23/01: Mountain Lake Electric Railroad opens. 7/04/02: Trolley crash on Mountain Lake line kills 13, more are injured. 7/30/02: Amsterdam Street R.R. connects to Hagaman. 9/25/02: Gloversville line connects to Amsterdam 7/01/03: Line connects to Schenectady. 1/15/04: F. J. & G. purchases Mountain Lake Line. Renamed the Adirondack Lakes Traction Company. 9/30/17: Mountain Lake line abandoned. 1928: Amsterdam Belt line abandoned. 1929: Gloversville Belt line abandoned. 1933: The F.J. & G. purchases high-speed bullet cars from the Brill Co. for high speed runs to Amsterdam and Schenectady. 6/28/38: Gloversville to Schenectady line abandoned ending all Trolley service in Fulton County. The F. J. & G. runs buses on the line until 4/23/56. 8/2/00: The Gloversville Trolley Barn is destroyed by fire. Two minors are charged with Arson.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line314
__label__wiki	0.939704	0.939704	astronautix.com Anderson Michael Phillip Anderson Status: Active. Trained as: Astronaut. Profession: Mission Specialist. Sex: Male. Marital Status: Married. Birth Date: 25 December 1959. Birth City: Plattsburgh. Birth State: New York. Birth Country: USA. Nationality: American. Group: 1995 NASA Group. Date Selected: 09 December 1994. Number of Flights: 1. Total Time: 8.82 days. Official NASA Biography - 1997 NAME: Michael P. Anderson (Major, USAF) NASA Astronaut Born December 25, 1959, in Plattsburgh, New York. Considers Spokane, Washington, to be his hometown. Married. Enjoys photography, chess, computers, and tennis. Graduated from Cheney High School in Cheney, Washington, in 1977. Bachelor of science degree in physics/astronomy from University of Washington, 1981. Master of science degree in physics from Creighton University, 1990. SPECIAL HONORS: Distinguished graduate USAF Communication Electronics Officers course. Recipient of the Armed Forces Communication Electronics Associations Academic Excellence Award 1983. Received the USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training Academic Achievement Award for Class 87-08 Vance AFB. Awarded the USAF Meritorious Service Medal, and the USAF Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster. Anderson graduated form the University of Washington in 1981 and was commissioned a second lieutenant. After completing a year of technical training at Keesler AFB Mississippi he was assigned to Randolph AFB Texas. At Randolph he served as Chief of Communication Maintenance for the 2015 Communication Squadron and later as Director of Information System Maintenance for the 1920 Information System Group. In 1986 he was selected to attend Undergraduate Pilot Training at Vance AFB, Oklahoma. Upon graduation he was assigned to the 2nd Airborne Command and Control Squadron, Offutt AFB Nebraska as a EC 135 pilot, flying the Strategic Air Commands airborne command post code named "Looking Glass". From January 1991 to September 1992 he served as an aircraft commander and instructor pilot in the 920th Air Refueling Squadron, Wurtsmith AFB Michigan. From September 1992 to February 1995 he was assigned as a instructor pilot and tactics officer in the 380 Air Refueling Wing, Plattsburgh AFB New York. Anderson has logged over 3000 hours in various models of the KC-135 and the T-38A aircraft. NASA EXPERIENCE: Selected by NASA in December 1994, Anderson reported to the Johnson Space Center in March 1995. He completed a year of training and evaluation, and is qualified for flight crew assignment as a mission specialist. Anderson was initially assigned technical duties in the Flight Support Branch of the Astronaut Office. Most recently, he flew on the crew of STS-89. In completing his first space flight Anderson has logged over 211 hours in space. SPACE FLIGHT EXPERIENCE: STS-89 (January 22-31, 1998), was the eighth Shuttle-Mir docking mission during which the crew transferred more than 8,000 pounds of scientific equipment, logistical hardware and water from Space Shuttle Endeavour to Mir. In the fifth and last exchange of a U.S. astronaut, STS-89 delivered Andy Thomas to Mir and returned with David Wolf. Mission duration was 8 days, 19 hours and 47 seconds, traveling 3.6 million miles in 138 orbits of the Earth. STS-89 - - 1998 Jan 23 - Assignment: Prime Crew. Flight Time: 8.82 days. Flight details: STS-89. Penultimate Shuttle mission to Mir. Andy Thomas replaced David Wolf as the resident NASA astronaut. Endeavour docked with the SO module on Mir at 20:14 GMT on January 24, 1998. Payloads included: Orbiter middeck: CEBAS (German/US biological module with fish and snails); dinosaur skull (part of a museum educational program) Bay 1: Tunnel Adapter Bay 3: Orbiter Docking System/External Airlock Bay 4-7: Transfer Tunnel Bay 8-12: Spacehab Double Module (payloads included supplies for Mir, X-ray crystallography detector planned for the International Space Station) Bay 13P: Getaway Special GABA carrier with G-141, G-145 (German materials processing experiments) Bay 13S: Getaway Special GABA carrier with G-093 (University of Michigan fluid dynamics experiment), G-432 (Chinese materials processing experiment) Despite fits problems with his Sokol emergency spacesuit, Andy Thomas replaced David Wolf as a Mir crew member on January 25. Endeavour undocked from Mir on January 29 at 16:57 GMT and made one flyaround of the station before departing and landing at Kennedy Space Center's runway 15 at 22:35 GMT on January 31. Last update 3 May 2001. To contact astronauts or cosmonauts. Contact Mark Wade with any corrections or comments. Cosmonaut data by Alexander B. Zheleznyakov.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line317
__label__wiki	0.947385	0.947385	After the sixth round the leading group became larger. Judith Polgar joined Karpov and Bologan. In a keen and interesting struggle she defeated the youngest player at the tournament, Diego Flores, whereas Bologan and Karpov had to be content with draws. The former failed to break defensive redoubts which were built by Nigel Short in the French Defence, and the latter had real winning chances in the game against Vadim Milov, but lost them on the twenty eighth move, having played 28.Bb5? instead of 28.Nc1!. The game Ricardi - Leitao was drawn after Black equalised the chances in a variation of the Catalan Opening, and the duel Milos-Pierrot was put off till the only rest-day of the tournament. Flores - Polgar [B50] 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Diego Flores refused 2. c3 which brought him nothing but disappointment in the first and fifth rounds. 2... d6 3. c3 Nf6 4. Bd3 g6 5. Bc2 Bg7 6. d4 Qc7 7. O-O O-O 8. h3 e5 9. dxe5 dxe5 10. a4 10. Na3 Rd8 11. Qe2 h6 12. Be3 b6 13. Rfd1 Nc6 occurred previously with an approximately equal play in the game Nicevski - W. Schmidt (Polanica Zdroj, 1982). 10... b6 11. Na3 Ba6 12. Nb5 Qe7 13. Qe2 h6 14. Nd2 Nc6 15. Nc4 Rad8 16. Be3 Bc8 17. Rfd1 Be6 18. Nba3 White wants to exchange both pairs of the rooks. He could not have done this immediately as the squares c4 and e4 were underdefended. 18... Rb8 19. Kh2 If 19. Rd6, then Black continues 19... Rfc8 20. Rad1 Ne8 with a position, similar to the one in the game. 19... Ne8 20. Rd2 a6 21. Rad1 Qc7 22. Nd6 White strives for simplifications, hoping to get squares for an intrusion via the d-file. 22... Nd4!? From a quiet stage the game proceeds to tactical complications. 23. cxd4? White makes a mistake as soon as tactical play begins. After 23. Nxe8 Rfxe8 24. Qxa6 Ra8 25. Qd3! (in case of 25. Qf1 Nxc2 26. Nxc2 Rxa4 White had to reckon with the pair of black bishops, though the position was still equal) 25... c4 (if 25... Nb3, then after 26. Qd6 Qb7 27. Rd5! White was compensated for the missing exchange more than sufficiently) 26. Qf1 Nxc2 27. Nxc2 Rxa4 28. Nb4 Black’s bishops were absolutely harmless, and the weakness of the square d5 was rather considerable. 23... exd4 24. Bf4 Nxd6 25. Qxa6 Qe7 26. Qe2?! Another poor decision. Stronger was 26. Nb5 Bc4 27. Kh1 (simplifications like 27. Bxd6 Qxd6+ 28. Nxd6 Bxa6 are not very attractive for White) 27... Rfd8 28. Bxd6 (no time to linger, as after 28. b3 Bxb5 29. axb5 Be5 30. Bxh6 Qh4 not only White’s queen, but also his dark-squared bishop would be isolated) 28... Rxd6 29. b3 Bxb5 30. Qxb5, and White had real chances to defend this position with bishops of different colours. 26... Rbd8 27. Rc1 27... c4! Another circuit of confrontation begins in the centre. 28. e5 d3 It’s evident that the black knight had no retreat because the pawn c4 stayed underdefended in this case. 29. exd6 Qf6 30. Qe4 In case of 30. Qf3 there was 30... Qxb2 31. Nxc4 Qxc1 32. Bxd3 Bxc4 33. Rc2 Bd5 34. Rxc1 Bxf3 35. gxf3, and Black coped with White’s strong passed pawn d6 with 35... g5! 36. Bg3 f5. 30... Bd5! Judith Polgar found the strongest of many alluring continuations. In case of 30... Qxb2 31. Nxc4 Qxc1 32. Bxd3 the passed pawn d6 somehow compensated Black’s material loss. 31. Qe3 Really, the sacrifice of the piece cuold not have been taken: after 31. Qxd5 Qxf4+ 32. Kg1 Qxd2 White lost in a single moment. 31... Rfe8 32. Qg3 g5! Black’s blows follow without rest. 33. Be3 White had already no satisfactory defence. If 33. Bb1, then the quick solution was 33... gxf4 34. Qg4 f3, and in case of 33. Bxg5 there was 33... Qxg5! (if 33... hxg5 34. Bb1, then White had some chances to organise an opposition owing to the weakness of the pawn c4) 34. Qxg5 hxg5 35. Bd1 Be5+ 36. g3 Bxd6, and White was absolutely hopeless because of the threat of 37... Re1. 33... Qxb2! After this move almost all White’s pieces are hanging. 34. Nb5 There was nothing good for White also in case of 34. Rcd1 Qxa3 35. Bxd3 Be5 36. f4 Bxd6. 34... Qxc1 35. Rxd3 Qxc2 36. Rxd5 Qe4 37. Nc7 Re5 38. Rd4 Qc6 39. Nb5 c3 40. Bc1 Re1 41. Bxg5 hxg5 42. Qxg5 Qe8 0-1 White resigned. S C H O O L F E E D B A C K C H E S S W O R L D C H E S S D I G E S T "He who fears an isolated queen's pawn should give up chess". Siegbert Tarrasch "The most powerful weapon in chess is to have the next move"! David Bronstein. Best view in IE5.0 and above © 2000-2001 GMChess. All rights reserved. Back to Top \| Home Page \| About \| Our Policies \| E-Mail \| Site Map	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line323
__label__wiki	0.799261	0.799261	Can Hull City Bounce Back With Promotion From League One? East Yorkshire boasts many strong connections to the world of sport these days, thanks to action-packed events like the horse racing held at Beverley and the feats of local heroes such as Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Luke Campbell. BEVERLEY RACES : Makanah Fired Up For Beverley Bullet Julie Camacho will this Thursday try to win the William Hill Beverley Bullet for a second consecutive year when Makanah goes for gold in the £30,000 Listed sprint. The North Yorkshire trainer claimed the five-furlong dash 12 months ago with the 111-rated Judicial. What Does SP Mean in Horse Racing? What does SP mean in horse racing is a common question among people who like to bet. This is especially true with those new to betting. SP in horse racing means ‘Starting Price’. These are the odds calculated based on those being offered by the bookies at the course. Therefore, when the race actually starts, the odds offered are known as the SP – Starting Price. Everyone At Beverley Racecourse Deeply Saddened By Passing Of John Cleverly Long-standing Beverley racecourse stalwart John Cleverly died on Thursday at the age of 86. Cleverly was synonymous with the East Yorkshire circuit and served at the track as racecourse manager and clerk of the course between 1973-2000. BEVERLEY RACES: Queen Bids For Beverley Coronation In-form filly Colony Queen goes for a third consecutive victory when she runs at Beverley on Tuesday. Trained in Lincolnshire by Steve Gollings, the four-year-old daughter of Gregorian has been a revelation since her transfer from James Tate’s yard last May. BEVERLEY RACES : Menzies Hoping For Cool Running Trainer Rebecca Menzies bids for a first Beverley winner when Cool Possibility runs in the finale on the Westwood this afternoon. The four-year-old grey has thrived since having undergone a wind operation in January, since when he has gone unbeaten in three starts. BEVERLEY RACES: Kylie Rules Returns For Beverley Opener Popular mare Kylie Rules makes a welcome comeback at her spiritual home when Beverley emerges from lockdown on Thursday. Trained in North Yorkshire by Ruth Carr, the five-year-old daughter of Aussie Rules enjoyed a golden spring in 2019 with four consecutive victories on the Westwood. The Famous Racehorses To Win The Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes The Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes over the flying five furlongs at Beverley Racecourse is East Yorkshire’s best-known race. Open to Flat sprinters aged three and above, and held annually at the end of August, it is the biggest day of the year for horse racing in the area. Take a stroll down memory lane with us as we remember two famous racehorses that won the Beverley Bullet. Four Other Yorkshire Racecourses Within 50 Miles of Beverley Beverley has its own racecourse used during the summer months for horse racing, but did you know there are four other Yorkshire tracks within a 50-mile radius? Home to two Listed races on the Flat, the Hilary Needler Trophy for two-year-olds over the flying five furlongs in May and the Beverley Bullet Sprint Stakes for three-year-olds and up in August, there is plenty more top-class racing in the White Rose county to enjoy just a short drive away. What You Should Know Before Setting Off To The Races So, you’re off to the races for what could be the first time you’ve spent the day at the racetrack. Whether it’s one of the large national meets or something smaller, knowing your stuff before you set off is going to make the whole experience much more enjoyable – and hopefully bring you better odds for success when it comes to backing those horses. How Does Beverley Racecourse Compare to Other Historic Venues? Beverley residents are rightly proud of the historic horse racing venue in the town. You may wonder whether this is one of the oldest racetracks in the world to still hold races. A look at some other venues around will help us to get a better feel for its position in the racing world. COVID-19 : Beverley Races Monitor Situation After BHA Announcement Race meetings in the UK will be held behind closed doors from Tuesday and stay that way until at least the end of March. Currently, the measures will not impact Beverley Races who start their season officially on 15 April 2020. Tiger Roll Popular Favourite To Complete Grand National Hat-Trick Gordon Elliott’s Tiger Roll will potentially head to Aintree in April, seeking a third Grand National win in as many years. It’s hard to argue against the ten-year-old coming out on top, after blitzing the field with relative ease last year. Beverley Racecourse Plans Further Innovation And Investment After Successful Season The team at Beverley’s award-winning racecourse are already planning new initiatives and a major investment in facilities after a successful 2019 season drew to a close. Despite facing adverse weather conditions throughout spring and summer, the season attracted similar bumper attendances to last year, with almost 80,000 racegoers enjoying meetings at the picturesque racecourse. BEVERLEY RACES : Dark Shot Fired Up For Beverley Mission Trainer Scott Dixon expects a big show from Dark Shot when he takes aim at the feature race at Beverley’s final meeting of the season on Tuesday. The six-year-old gelding is one of seven declared runners for the £20,000 Eddie And Violet Smith Conditions Stakes – a race won by estimable sprinters like Tangerine Trees, Kingsgate Native and Alpha Delphini. BEVERLEY RACES : Jardine Expects Five-Star Performance At Beverley Dumfries trainer Iain Jardine challenged Five Helmets to claim a third victory at Beverley in the feature race of the penultimate fixture of the season on Wednesday. The three-year-old gelding clearly enjoys competing in the East Yorkshire air. After all, he won at Beverley last August, when in the care of Tom Dascombe, before repeating the dose on the Westwood late last month. BEVERLEY RACES : Judicial Lays Down The Law In Beverley Bullet Judicial on Saturday showed blistering pace and a genuine will to win to take the spoils in the £62,000 William Hill Beverley Bullet. Trained in Norton, North Yorkshire, by Julie Camacho, the seven-year-old sprinter already held the five-furlong track record at Beverley. BEVERLEY RACES : Falcon Set To Soar In Beverley Bullet Fairy Falcon will attempt to uphold family honour when she runs in the William Hill Beverley Bullet on Saturday. The four-year-old filly is a half-sister to Tangerine Trees and Alpha Delphini, who won Beverley’s big sprint in 2011 and 2016 respectively.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line328
__label__cc	0.583519	0.416481	Tag: botox Jeanine Pirro, Proves that Anyone Can Have The Surgery A lot of people do believe that the surgical procedures, plastic surgery has been taken as one of the most instant way taken by most Hollywood celebs. However, this was rather incorrect and, presumably, no longer true in as much as Jeanine Pirro plastic surgery has shown that anyone can keep their gorgeous look by cosmetic treatment and control. Most people will agree that Jeanine Pirro is not a big star in the Hollywood industry. In fact, she is just a good prosecutor and judge. It will be undebatable that she has a gorgeous look after she had plastic surgery. Jeanine Pirro once was reported to have different surgeries ranging from face lid, botox treatment, and many more. Of course, you cannot imagine that she is truly sixty years old and, contrastingly, looks like a thirty-three-year-old woman. This for sure makes the rumors about her taking plastic surgery even surprising. Of the most shocking news is that Jeanine Pirro is so popular for her smooth legs. What she has gained from the surgical procedures Jeanine Pirro became so popular by her fascinating appearance in a show named Judge Jeanine Pirro. She, additionally, got an Emmy award. Most people say that the Jeanine Pirro plastic surgery was a rumor. However, the professional surgeon claimed that the artists had used plastic surgery to boost her look. There are lots of differences that you can see. Jeanine Pirro was reported to have some botox treatment in order to make her skin tight and sexy. Her skin, particularly on the forehead is getting tighter after the use of botox injection that she took. There was no line at all that you can see on her face. She constitutes a pretty lady that makes use of plastic surgery. Most celebrities use botox injection to cope with the sign of aging. It has been widely known that botox injection is one of many cosmetic treatments that can bring about lots of significant change, something that everyone surely fancies. Each person can make use of Botox treatment to keep their skin tight and young. Jeanine Pirro plastic surgery once again affirmed that not only the wealthy and famous Hollywood superstars that can use plastic surgery to foster their youthful look. She does indeed look younger than her age. Most professionals in the surgery enterprise notice that there is not any wrinkle on her face and there is no line on her face. All of this news altogether made the news about Jeanine Plastic surgery even more convincing and sound true. Was it more than a facelift? Due to the rumor Jeanine Plastic surgery via evercorem.com, it was reported to have eyelid treatment that caused her to look much more attractive. After having done the surgical work, Jeanine Pirro once looked even charming with her bright eyes. It was due to the rumored work which was done enlarge a small part of the size of the cheek and lip. Before the surgery, her lip was rather thick and voluminous. However, after she had the surgical procedures, the artists looked so young in as much as her lips looked smaller and nicer than before. In addition, there was also nicety in the chin which can be noticed easily. Her chin was also different. On the whole, Jeanine Pirro indeed did look better than she was used to. Again, it affirmed the rumor that she had taken some plastic surgery to boost her look. This also corroborated that plastic surgery did not necessarily tie to famous Hollywood superstars. Judge Reynold, What Was Actually Done On His Look? Jerry Jones Plastic Surgery- Was it really successful? Shocking Rumors about Janice Dickinson Plastic Surgery Shocking Rumors, Janet Jackson Taking Plastic Surgery actor actress botox breast cheek diet face janet jackson janice dickinson jeanine pirro jerry jones judge reynold lips natural singer	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line329
__label__wiki	0.877406	0.877406	千亿\|体育老虎机 The Daily stands in solidarity with the Black community. Read our editors’ statement. Stanford Open Data Portal Explore Open Data Read Our Weekly Newsletter Send TipsTipsGet Our EmailsDigest Holden Foreman Holden Foreman '21 is the Vol. 257 president and editor-in-chief. He was the Vol. 256 executive editor (vice president). He was managing editor of news in Vol. 254 and student business director in Vol. 255. He hails from the city of St. Louis, Missouri and is studying computer science. Contact him at hs4man21 'at' stanford.edu. In solidarity with the Black community: A letter from the editors We do not pretend to fully understand the experiences of Stanford’s Black community, but we know we can do more to diversify our coverage, engage with our community respectfully and make our organization as welcoming to Black community members as possible. Holden Foreman, Elizabeth Lindqwister, Claire Dinshaw, Adrian Liu, and Layo Laniyan Letter from the Editor: Our workshop for high schoolers For years, The Daily has offered a summer program for high schoolers, not because The Daily needs high schoolers to work for it over the summer, but because there are high schoolers who are interested in learning about journalism from their peers in a college work environment. Letter from the Editor: Reaching us remotely While our output is limited to online mediums, so is our communication with members of the community. Maintaining this communication is of utmost importance to us and our ability to serve you. Good 2010s Vibes (Part 3) In the final installment of the Music Beat’s top ten albums of the 2010s listicle, Timothy Dai (‘23) reviews Lorde’s sophomore musical opus and Lana del Rey’s latest sad-core hits, Kamilah Arteaga (‘22) reflects on Tame Impala’s lyrical exploration of humanity and Volume 256 Executive Editor Holden Foreman (‘20) reviews the chart-topping queen Billie Eilish: Timothy Dai, Kamilah Arteaga, Natalie Francis, and Holden Foreman Biden reveals fundraising numbers, targets Trump at Palo Alto event Speaking to a crowd of 80-100 people at the restaurant, Biden targeted President Donald Trump amid controversy over Trump’s requests that foreign leaders investigate the former VP. Holden Foreman and Elena Shao Long-standing frosh event Crossing the Line discontinued after years of criticism In June, when Crossing the Line (CTL) was still listed on the Diversity and First-Gen Office's website, it was described as “a tool for promoting reflection, dialogue, empathy and authentic engagement.” But students have repeatedly accused CTL of forcing them into emotionally painful situations. Field hockey ends 4-game road trip with 6-2 rout of Vermont No. 18 field hockey (5-3, 1-1 America East) overwhelmed conference rival Vermont (2-3, 0-1 America East) in a 6-2 win on Sunday. Stanford matched its season-high number of goals in one game and scored a season-high four second-half goals. Field hockey ends win streak, falls to earth with loss to unranked New Hampshire No. 18 Stanford field hockey (4-3, 0-1 American East) could not overcome second-half struggles in its conference opener, falling 3-2 at New Hampshire (2-3, 1-0 America East). The loss snaps Stanford’s win streak at four games, two of which were against top-10 teams, and is the first loss to an unranked opponent this year. Field Hockey upsets Harvard en route to fourth-straight win After opening the season with a pair of one-point losses to top-15 opponents, Stanford has been clutch on both ends of the field. The Cardinal’s 2-1 win over the Crimson marks the halfway point of a road trip in which No. 18 Stanford (4-2, 0-0 America East) will next visit New Hampshire. Field hockey breezes past Brown in first road game, claims winning record No. 18 Stanford field hockey (3-2, 0-0 America East) traveled to Brown (1-2, 0-0 Ivy League) and put on a clinic Tuesday afternoon, with five different Cardinal players netting goals in a 6-0 victory over the Bears. Field hockey stuns No. 7 Michigan, sets sights on Brown One week after a 4-3 shootout loss to No. 15 Northwestern, No. 21 Stanford (2-2, 0-0 American East) toppled No. 7 Michigan (2-2, 0-0 Big Ten) in another Friday shootout. The win capped a comeback mounted by the late-game heroics of star junior attacker Corinne Zanolli and senior goalkeeper Kelsey Bing. Suspect(s) at large after Labor Day Weekend burglary and loitering incidents Update (Sept. 4): Jewelry and cash were taken in the burglary. The investigation remains active. Stanford police are encouraging residents to keep all doors and windows locked after a burglary and loitering incident were reported at separate residences over Labor Day Weekend.? A burglar entered through the open window of a residence at the 900… Stanford, workers union reach tentative agreement on new 5-year contract Stanford announced on Saturday that it has formed a tentative agreement with SEIU on a new five-year contract for the roughly 1,270 SEIU-represented workers at the University. But multiple union members have already expressed disapproval. Field hockey puts pressure on Connecticut but fails to pull off upset For a moment on Sunday, it looked as if No. 21 Stanford field hockey (0-2, 0-0 America East) would bounce back in a big way from its nail-biting, season-opening shootout loss to No. 15 Northwestern on Friday. More than 150 students and family members served at Second Harvest food bank delivery Though the event was scheduled for 1 to 2:30 p.m., the majority of students seeking food were lined up near the event's start time, and almost all were gone halfway through the allotted time. Provost’s committee on SU Press to submit report in September, leaving unformed Faculty Senate committee’s role in question While the Provost’s committee has been busy gathering data and conducting interviews to suggest a new financial structure for the Press, the Faculty Senate committee — set to report on the academic role of the Press — remains unformed nearly two months after its approval. Noose reported near campus residence, police investigating potential hate crime Stanford police responded to reports of a noose on campus over the weekend and found a 3-foot long white rope, with a loop at one end, suspended from a tall bush near a residence for summer students. Holden Foreman and Erin Woo Stanford, landlords of former Sigma Chi house battle over property in dual lawsuits Amid disputes over use of the former Sigma Chi fraternity house at 550 Lasuen Mall, Stanford and the longtime landlords of the house have sued each other, court records reviewed by The Daily show. San Francisco to ban sale of Juuls, other e-cigarettes If signed, the ban will begin seven months from the date of San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s signature. It would be the first such ban in the United States. ‘A nonstarter’: Stanford offers $4.7 billion in benefits to Santa Clara County, but County rep questions circumstances of proposal Santa Clara County District 5 Board of Supervisors President Joe Simitian said Stanford's multi-billion dollar proposal fails to address concerns surrounding the University’s development. Kappa Alpha fraternity to lose house in fall 2019 The fraternity allowed students to reside in its house without paying room and board to the University. Computer science coterm Norah Borus dies at 24 Borus declared computer science at Stanford in 2016 and worked as an instructor for public service organization CS + Social Good. Holden Foreman and Julia Ingram Tim Cook talks tech challenges, role of humanity in 128th Commencement address In alluding to recent failures in responsibility, Cook didn’t shy from calling out those closest to the University. Board of Trustees approves 2019-20 budget, increasing undergraduate need-based aid Undergraduate need-based aid is increasing 7.2 percent in 2019-20, Jeffrey Raikes confirmed, and the minimum salary for graduate assistantships — which include both teaching assistant roles and research assistant roles — is increasing 8 percent. Speakers & Events Letters to the Community Critic's Pick Campus Quirks Reflections & Advice Classes Declassified ? 2020 The Stanford Daily Publishing Corporation. Privacy Policy \| Mobile App Proudly powered by WordPress and Expo \| Theme by TSD Tech Team Support The Stanford Daily when you shop on Amazon	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line331
__label__wiki	0.515857	0.515857	POLTERGUYS Click to start reading Polterguys Volume One. Hi! My name is Laur and I’m the artist/writer for Polterguys. About Polterguys Polterguys is a series of books telling the story of a nerdy college girl befriending a bunch of ghost guys and solving their unfinished businesses. It is inspired by a love of awesome 90’s movies, reverse-harem shojo manga and strong female characters on TV dramas. I came up with the idea way back in 2007 and have been tinkering with details for about three years. In 2011, I collaborated with my writing partner Nathan and completed working drafts until we came up with the story you’ll be able to read now. I was planning to pitch it to different publishers but realized I would benefit more from the experience of self-publishing it. Polterguys Vol. 1 was serialized online for free from Feb. 18, 2012 through Jun. 29, 2012. It was awarded the prestigious Xeric Grant in Jun. 15, 2012 and debuted at Anime Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Acknowledgments: It’s hard to put into words just how much the following people have helped and continue to help me as I work on this project. Beta readers, editors, tireless cheerleaders, graphic designers and consultants. I’m only able to go as far as I can thanks to their support. In alphabetical order: Adrian Suva Afton Palmer Aja Moore Ben Juwono Bernice Tiu Christy Lijewski Crystal Jayme Jorge Santiago Jr. Katherine Buffington Laura Uy Louise Kay Uy Patrick Hart Sammi Guidera In memory of a family friend, Mr. Kunio Hiro. Thank you for indulging the request of a young girl and transporting manga in your luggage from Japan to the Philippines. Kickstarter Guides Browse my Manga Resources Laurianne Uy is a storyboard/comic artist who loves telling stories, boba milk tea, and rain. She lives in Los Angeles,CA and is currently working on the second volume of the Polterguys series. laurie.uy [at] gmail.com Rice Boy Batman and Sons Shrub Monkeys BFF Comic More recommended comics >> Comic Blog Elite Share book reviews and ratings with Laurianne, and even join a book club on Goodreads. Images are Copyright © Laurianne Uy unless otherwise noted	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line333
__label__wiki	0.785235	0.785235	U.S. military sends mystery space drone back into orbit. . .but they STILL won"t tell anyone what its mission will be Posted byadminlebanon December 12, 2012 U.S. military sends mystery space drone back into orbit – but they STILL won't tell anyone what its mission will beBoeing's secretive X-37B space plane was launched into space on its third mission this afternoon from Cape Canaveral in Florida The $1 billion unmanned craft is on a classified mission which the U.S. Air Force who operate it will not discuss 23:36 GMT, 11 December 2012 The U.S. military launched its highly secretive unmanned $1 billion X-37B space plane into orbit today from Cape Canaveral on top of an Atlas V rocket. The U.S. Air Force which operates the small, top-secret version of the space shuttle still will not say how long the third X-37B mission will last, nor what the vehicle will be doing in orbit. Cloud coverage in the area had threatened to scupper today's launch, but the skies cleared sufficiently for the classified mission to take-off on time at 1.03 p.m from the Florida space center. Scroll Down for Video A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket, carrying an X-37B experimental robotic space plane, lifts off from launch complex 41 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station today It is the second flight for this original X-37B spaceplane. The craft circled the planet for seven months in 2010. A second X-37B spacecraft spent more than a year in orbit. The high-tech mystery machines – 29 feet long – are about one-quarter the size of NASA's old space shuttles and can land automatically on a runway. The two previous touchdowns occurred in Southern California; this one might end on NASA's three-mile-long runway once reserved for the space agency's shuttles. The military isn't saying much if anything about this new secret mission known as OTV-3, or Orbital Test Vehicle, flight No. 3. In fact, launch commentary ended 17 minutes into the flight and a news blackout followed. Lift-Off: Air Force officials said the unmanned space plane, which resembles a miniature space shuttle, provides a way to test technologies in space But one scientific observer, Jonathan McDowell of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, speculates the spaceplane is carrying sensors designed for spying and likely is serving as a testbed for future satellites. He dismisses rumors of 'exotic ideas' for the X-37B as weaponry or shadowing a Chinese satellite. While acknowledging he does not know what the spaceplane is carrying, McDowell said on-board sensors could be capable of imaging or intercepting transmissions of electronic emissions from terrorist training sites in Afghanistan or other hot spots. 'All the sorts of things that spy satellites generally do,' he said. The beauty of a reusable spaceplane is that it can be launched on short notice based on need, McDowell said. What's important about this flight is that it is the first reflight. 'That is pretty cool,' McDowell said, 'reusing your spacecraft after a runway landing. That's something that has only really been done with the shuttle.' Top Secret: The Atlas 5 rocket carrying the U.S. military's X-37B spacecraft lifts off from launch complex 41 in Cape Canaveral, Florida today This April 5, 2010 photo made available by the U.S. Air Force via NASA shows the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle at the Astrotech facility in Titusville Florida – this is the vehicle's second launch Now retired museum pieces, NASA's space shuttles stretch 122 feet long, and have 78-foot wingspans and weights of more than 170,000 pounds. They were launched, from 1981 to 2011, with two strap-on booster rockets and an external fuel tank feeding three main engines. The X-37B wingspan is 15 feet, and the 11,000-pound, Boeing-built vessel requires the United Launch Alliance's hefty Atlas V for hoisting. It is solar powered. The two previous secret X-37B flights were in 200-plus-mile-high orbits, circling at roughly 40-degree angles to the equator, as calculated by amateur satellite trackers. That means the craft flew over the swatch between 40 degrees or so north latitude and 40 degrees or so south latitude. That puts Russia's far north out of the spaceplane's observing realm, McDowell noted. 'It might be studying Middle Eastern latitudes or it might just be being used for sensor tests over the United States,' he said. McDowell speculates that this newest flight will follow suit. Lift off: The X-37B sits on top of an Atlas V rocket as it's launched at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida in 2010 The military is not saying how long the third X-37B mission will last, nor what the vehicle will be doing in orbit. 'The focus of the program remains on testing vehicle capabilities and proving the utility and cost-effectiveness of a reusable spacecraft,' Air Force spokeswoman Tracy Bunko wrote in an email to Reuters. While launching from Florida, the military has been landing the robotic space planes at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. The agency is considering landing and refurbishing its X-37B spaceships at NASA and Air Force bases in Florida, which has been courting new customers since the retirement of NASA's space shuttles last year. This file picture provided by the US Air Force shows personnel inspecting the X-37B, the Air Force's first unmanned re-entry spacecraft, after landing on December 3, 2010 at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California 'We are investigating the possibility of using the former shuttle infrastructure for X-37B OTV landing operations and are looking into consolidating landing, refurbishment and launch operations at Kennedy Space Center or Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in an effort to save money,' Bunko wrote. 'Those investigations are in an early state, and any specifics will not be known for some time,' she added. The vehicles, which were built by Boeing, are about one-fourth the size of a NASA shuttle and use solar panels to generate power, rather than chemical fuel cells that limited the space shuttles' time in orbit. Neither NASA nor the Air Force has plans to upgrade the X-37B to carry people. A computer graphic shows what the X-37B will look like operating in space. The craft took a decade to develop and is operated by the U.S. Air Force This computer image shows the space plane re-entering Earth. Although it resembles a small space shuttle it is not designed to carry humans. It's wingspan is a mere 4.5m with a length of 8.9m. It is powered by batteries and solar cells The OTV-3 flight had been delayed several months pending the results of an investigation into an upper-stage engine problem during an October 4 Delta 4 flight to put a Global Positioning System satellite into orbit. The International Space Station, by comparison, orbits about 250 miles high but at a much steeper 51.6-degree inclination, or angle to the equator, that covers more territory. The X-37B program, which dates back to 1999, is operated by the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office and geared toward space experimentation. Some scientists – like Laura Grego of the Union of Concerned Scientists – argue the Air Force could accomplish the same objectives by using cheaper, more efficient spacecraft that either burn up on entry or parachute down. 'The ability to return to Earth carries a high price,' Grego said in a statement. Watch Video: Profile of NASA's Highly Secretive Boeing X-37B DM.has('rcpv32141','BC', 'renderConfig' : 'css' : “videoplayer-large”, 'autoplay' : false, 'muted' : false, 'adUrl' : “http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/adssz=8×8&iu=%2F7023%2Fdm.video%2Fdm_video_homehp&ciu_szs=&impl=s&gdfp_req=1&env=vp&output=xml_vast2&unviewed_position_start=1&url=[referrer_url]&correlator=[timestamp]”, 'playerId' : “1989148206001”, 'playerKey' : “AQ~~,AAAAAFSL1bg~,CmS1EFtcMWELN_eSE9A7gpcGWF5XAVmI”, 'objId' : “rcpv32141”, 'videoPlayer' : “2028781953001”, 'width' : 636, 'height' : 358, 'linkBaseURL' : “http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2246629/U-S-military-sends-mystery-space-drone-orbit—STILL-wont-tell-mission-be.html” British project launches first "phonesat" into orbit – and special app will finally reveal if you really CAN hear a scream in space Deep space fly-by: Incredible pictures taken by Chinese probe passing asteroid show giant rock 4.5 million miles from Earth X-47B "stealth drone" hoped to be first carrier-borne unmanned aircraft A holiday that really is out of this world: Private firm to offer 950m trips to the MOON Plane spotting enthusiasts come within inches of death after military aircraft misses runway Posted byadminlebanon December 12, 2012 Posted inNewsTags: blackout, florida, force, machines, orbital, rocket, space, unmanned Census data reveal there are 4million fewer Christians and one in four is now an atheist Hunt for Bengahzi killers of Ambassador Christopher Stevens "held back by Libya"	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line335
__label__wiki	0.939203	0.939203	League chief dodges questions on local footy’s future July 10, 2017 Toe Punt Sport AFL SE Regional General Manager John Anderson believes that one of the two options presented in the senior football competition review will provide a “very strong premier competition”. Anderson, who spoke in two separate videos last Wednesday, said he “believed a region of our size and stature ought to have a strong premier competition. He went on to say that “this is a view shared by many clubs”. Mr Anderson is consistent with this push despite 20 of the 22 MPNFL clubs responding to the recommendations last week, opposing the recommendations in the review. All clubswere given the opportunity to put questions to Mr Anderson in an email early last week. Yours truly was also invited to provide questions. Despite more than 20 questions being asked, Mr Anderson chose to answer only those he wanted to, before signing-off on the finished product before it was released last Friday. Questions Mr Anderson failed to answer included:- – The clubs have expressed interest in meeting with AFL SE collectively. Why has there been a reluctance to speak to the clubs collectively? – Given AFL SE proposed the recommendations in the document, which have been opposed, is it not up to the administration to present additional alternatives for clubs to consider? – If a resolution can’t be found between AFL SE and the MPNFL Clubs, where will that leave the AFL SE Region. Can AFL SE continue to be viable without the support of the MPNFL Clubs? Another question that was asked was the impact of juniors and netball in AFL South East’s decision. Mr Anderson chose to ignore the junior aspect of the question. In answering about netball, Mr Anderson had this to say: “We acknowledge there’s difficulties – we’re asking for solutions – if a certain structure was in place, how would netball look?” Isn’t that what AFL South East should be providing clubs – solutions? Despite extending the deadline by a week, Mr Anderson said in the interview that “we understand change is difficult.” What change is Mr Anderson referring to? Has a decision been made? My understanding was that AFL South East was still seeking feedback. Mr Anderson said there was an ability for the public to provide feedback. “For interested people in the league we manage we encourage their feedback – the more of that we get the better. Our understanding is that there are people within clubs who don’t see eye to eye on the stance taken by the club,” Mr Anderson said. Again, what has this got to do with the general public? Feedback should only come from member clubs. Club executives have been voted by their members to represent the best interests of their club. The public’s opinion should have no bearing on AFL South East’s recommendation. Finally, Mr Anderson said “what is in the best interests of football in this region, in the end, is what this is all about.” Once again, MPNFL Clubs are all in agreeance that the two recommendations presented in the review are not in the best interests of their region, which includes juniors and netball. First published in the Mornington News – 11 July 2017 Moorooduc show strength, Hastings flop, ... Packer resigns, McShane for Buds... Basketballers’ home break 22 km/h, S	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line340
__label__cc	0.537803	0.462197	Opera Studio Soloists Youth Musical Theatre Opera studio Music Fest 2013 Virtual Hall http://www.muscenter.ge/modules/mod_image_show_gk4/cache/img_3190agk-is-128.jpglink 18-01-2021The Main Facade 18-01-2021Night Facade 18-01-2021Concert Hall 18-01-2021Hall Cavalleria Rusti… Notre-Dame de Pa… Lucia Di Lammerm… Ballade of Tavpa… Jesus Christ Sup… Keto and Kote Music Fest 2013 / Biographies Giorgi Jordania After finishing his studies in Tbilisi Conservatory and the Leningrad (recently Saint Petersburg) Conservatory in 1989, Jordania continued his education in the United States. Under the tutelage of Last Updated on Thursday, 06 June 2013 07:26 Vytautas Giedraitis Clarinettist Vytautas Giedraitis, a representative of younger generation, graduated from J. Naujalis Music Gymnasium in Kaunas, where he studied with V. Žemaitis. Michalis Economou Recently appointed Music Director of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, Michalis Economou is also chief conductor of the Athens Symphony Orchestra and principal guest conductor of the National Radio Orchestra in Greece. Quartet Iberi Tbilissi String Quartet was created in 2004.Today, it is regular and active participant of the Tbilisi concert scene and of numerous local festivals.The repertoire of the ensemble incorporates works by classic and contemporary composers. Elisso Bolkvadze Born in Tbilissi, Georgia, Elisso Bolkvadze began her musical study at the early age of four and was immediately accepted at Prodigy School. She performed her first concert with orchestra at the age of seven. Bruno Monsaingeon Bruno Monsaingeon is a Paris-based concert violinist who, while still active in the field of performance, has in the last thirty years devoted a large part of his time to the making of musical films. Valeriy Sokolov is in ever-increasing demand for his astonishingly mature interpretations of some of the most difficult works in the violin repertoire. Seiran Baroyan Seiran Baroin, a photo journalist. He was born in Batumi on 1959. In 1972 – graduated amatuer two-years photo courses of the club “Iberia” and became the member. blue green orange red Limon Tour World Guide Tranzito	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line343
__label__wiki	0.8624	0.8624	OTP Team From clickbait to underrated: The Wolves have a national media problem By: Dan Slaubaugh Yesterday I was listening to Bill Simmons’ "Kawhi-DeRozan Emergency Trade Podcast" on The Ringer. The show boasted intelligent NBA conversation on the Kawhi Leonard-to-Toronto blockbuster via the voices of Simmons himself, Shea Serrano, Kevin O’ Conner, Joe House, and Bill's dad. Here’s a link to it: you’ll enjoy it. While a quality hour-and-a-half listen, one thing struck me the wrong way. There was no mention of the Timberwolves being playoff contenders last year, despite the 16-win jump they made a season ago. Somewhere in the middle of the podcast, Simmons asked O’ Conner, one of my favorite national NBA writers by the way, to power rank the Western Conference. His answer: “Golden State, Houston, that third spot hmmm... San Antonio? Utah? OKC maybe in there as well?” Simmons responded, “Is that our top five? I think the Lakers have to be in there.” Shortly after, Simmons justifiably raves about how stacked the Western Conference is. “I think the West is better this year. I don’t even think that’s a controversial statement. Golden State had 60 wins. Houston had 65. The Lakers go up. I think Utah goes up. I think the Spurs tread water and they’re right around where they were last year. OKC is slightly better. It’s a loaded conference.” Then O’ Conner chips in: “We didn’t even mention Portland or New Orleans.” I’m thinking, how can you not mention Minnesota or Denver in that conversation? Last year, the Timberwolves were the 3-seed for the majority of the year before Jimmy Butler tore the meniscus in his right knee. Finishing two games back of the Trail Blazers for the 3-seed, they likely would have clinched third place had their resilient leader not missed 17 games. The Nuggets were in the same boat, being one win (on the last day of the season) away from a playoff berth despite Paul Millsap, their big 2017 offseason splash, only playing 38 games. Now, this doesn’t go without saying other playoff teams didn’t sustain injuries. Utah’s defensive monster Rudy Gobert only played 56 games and Kawhi Leonard chose to sit out the season in a New York hotel not wanting to risk further injury (or so we have been led to believe). Yes, the West was loaded before the offseason began and it’s only gotten better. How exactly? Let me explain. -Golden State did what we all thought was impossible and added another All-Star to the dynasty (although Achilles injuries can be incredibly tricky and tough to come back from). -The Rockets have probably had the worst offseason in the West losing Trevor Ariza and Luc Mbah A Moute in free agency but will still be most experts’ picks to finish second. -The Blazers ceiling doesn’t raise higher than the 2nd round but with Lillard and McCollum’s ability to light nets on fire they are a near playoff lock. -Utah’s defense is otherworldly with Rudy Gobert, 2017-18 Defensive Player of the Year, imposing fear into anyone who dares to enter the lane. Offensively, they’ll have a more materialized and established Donovan Mitchell to lead the way. -Oklahoma City got rid of Carmelo Anthony and will get back stud defensive wing Andre Roberson back. Plus, they added Dennis Schroeder. They will be better. -New Orleans added bruising big man Julius Randle to their already stealthy frontcourt rotation after unexpectedly winning a playoff series in April. -San Antonio, like Simmons said, now has two All-NBA players that will suit up rather than avoid the team. -Minnesota finally has a sense of continuity can build on a successful season with Butler, Towns, Wiggins, and co. all having one year under their belt with each other. -The Nuggets took a risk signing Isaiah Thomas to lead their second unit but getting Paul Millsap for what they hope to be 75-plus games should improve their league-worst defense. -The Lakers have LeBron and you can’t doubt any team in the world that has LeBron. -The Clippers boast a plethora of quality veteran players who’ve been in the league for quite a while and know what it takes to win. Lower Class The teams unlikely to reach the postseason (Phoenix, Sacramento, Dallas, Memphis) are set up for bright futures and likely have more favorable title window timelines than the Minnesotas and Portlands of the world who are in win-now mode while the aforementioned rebuilding teams wait for Golden State to (hopefully) deteriorate. You get the point. The West is stacked. There are legitimately 11 teams that could make the playoffs in the West next year. With that being said, I am now beginning to see two recurring themes among NBA writers and fans. 1) People have forgotten the amount of parity involved in the West last year (just three games separated the 3rd-place Blazers and 9th-place Nuggets) and 2) how good the Wolves were before Jimmy got hurt. On February 23, the day before the Butler injury, Minnesota sat 36-25 and in third place in a jam-packed Western Conference. That’s 61 games – basically ¾ of the season and a large enough sample size to have an educated grasp on where teams rank in the standings. The Wolves were rollin’, especially offensively, where they had the third-best offensive rating in the league at a blistering 111.2. As we know, the offense had to be good enough to make up for a woeful defense, and it was. Then Jimmy got hurt. They went 8-10 in his absence, then 3-0 after his return. In total, the Wolves posted a 39-26 record when Jimmy Butler wasn’t in street clothes. They finished an impressive 34-18 against the West and defended home floor exactly how a playoff team should, going 30-11 under the roofs of a newly remodeled Target Center. Before ending the season with consecutive losses, they gave us the game we’ve been waiting for 14 years in a 121-105 smackdown over the Houston Rockets in the franchises' first home playoff game since 2004. So, why have the Wolves been cast off into the over-looked section? It certainly could be traced to the off court problems between Jimmy Butler, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Tom Thibodeau. If you are unaware of those rumored problems, Andy Grimsrud of "A Wolf Among Wolves" helped provide context in a great article ran last week. Because there are too many reputable sources reporting the current disconnection inside the Wolves franchise, it would be foolish to sweep those reports under the rug and act like there are no issues. But on the court, things are looking pretty good for the Wolves, especially if we go by the same criteria Simmons laid out to Serrano (well-known Spurs fan) in the podcast mentioned above on what makes a prominent NBA team. From the podcast: “Shea, I know it’s a bleak day for you. I just want to point out that you have two All-NBA guys on your team -- two current reigning All-NBA guys. Only 15 guys make the All-NBA team. It’s a 30-team league and you have two of them. I feel like this is a triumphant day for San Antonio.” If my facts are correct, the Wolves also have two current reigning all-NBA guys. In a league where high-end talent often wins out (which is where I think Bill was getting at), the Wolves have a 1-2 punch (Towns and Butler) better than every team in the West besides Golden State (Durant and Curry), Houston (Harden and Paul), and arguably Oklahoma City (Westbrook and George). The Wolves clearly have some kinks to work out in the locker room, their defense sucked last year, Tom Thibodeau’s outdated defensive schemes and tactics lead me to believe it won't improve enough to reach contending status, and there are plenty of question marks surrounding the bench. At the same time, they belong in the same class as their Western Conference rivals not named Houston or Golden State for the 2018-19 season because of a lethal 1-2 punch and a plethora of quality role players. They are not the 15th best team in the league, as the latest ESPN power rankings suggest. That's hogwash, and stunning how they are being ranked so low. Ultimately, I guess it's just not attention drawing to keep your roster, more or less, as is during the offseason. Naturally, those teams that are adding players are going to be dreamy new contenders. But make no mistake about it: The Wolves, with everyone healthy, are a top 10-team in the league and a top-6 team in the West. Don’t confuse this team’s talent with the current tumult behind the closed doors of Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square. Josh Okogie's defense shines in Las Vegas Summer League Sam Wasson/Getty Images By: Jake Paynting Between the swirling rumors of Minnesota's core not functioning smoothly and the Timberwolves fan base's constant disdain toward head coach and president of basketball operations Tom Thibodeau, the Summer League has been a nice escape from the Wolves' regularly scheduled madness. The Summer League Timberwolves, who finished the tournament with a 3-2 record, features three players who are already apart of the real squad: Rookies Josh Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop and Jared Terrell, who earned himself a two-way contract after going undrafted. All three players have had their moments of brilliance in Las Vegas, but the standout for everyone in the Wolves camp was undoubtedly Okogie proving to be an off-season defensive juggernaut. Throughout the five games, Okogie racked up nine steals (2.25 per game) and eight blocks (2.0 per game) and disrupted a bunch of plays, too. After averaging 18.2 points per game and shooting 38 percent from long-range in his final year at Georgia Tech, his offensive struggles (11 points per game on 30% shooting) have been slightly surprising, but he more than made up for it with his intense defensive work. As you can see in the highlight reel below, Okogie was everywhere. He would apply the clamps to any opposition who tried to beat him off the dribble, sliding his feet beautifully and using his quick hands to poke away multiple balls. On the rare occasion where the 6-foot-4 guard did get beaten off the bounce, he would seemingly springboard off the hardwood to swat a would-be bucket, using his jaw-dropping 42-inch vertical the way it's supposed to be used. While all this was going down, you can bet your bottom dollar coach and president of basketball operations Tom Thibodeau was foaming at the lips in the stands. Summer League certainly isn't the best indicator of success in the big leagues. In fact, previous Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards have been handed out to less-than-stellar players like Josh Selby, Kyle Anderson, and Glen Rice Jr. since its introduction in 2012. Nonetheless, skills like work rate and defensive IQ are usually the type of qualities that are easily translatable into NBA success. Minnesota finished the season 22nd in defensive efficiency and last in defensive efficiency off the bench, so Josh Okogie's defensive exploits in Las Vegas are something Timberwolves fans will welcome with open arms. Rumors of the Wolves' youngsters not working as hard as expected may have floated around all summer, but Josh Okogie has hit the ground running in that perspective. Long live the pocket-picking, shot-swatting first round pick. Scouting Minnesota's two-way man Jared Terrell While the jaw-dropping moves of LeBron James and DeMarcus Cousins will deservedly dominate the headlines for the foreseeable future, there has been a few minor moves in the Minnesota Timberwolves organization that may have slipped past your wondering eye. Cole Aldrich's puzzling contract was waived - and likely stretched over three years - and 3-point gunner Anthony Tolliver joined the Wolves on a one-year deal $5.5 million deal. However, the most minuscule of moves came before the official free agency moratorium had kicked off, signing Rhode Island University guard Jared Terrell to a two-way contract. The 23-year-old averaged 16.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists for the Rams in 2017-18. It took until the season was already underway before Tom Thibodeau signed Amile Jefferson and Anthony Brown to two-way contract's last season, so it's pleasing to see the Thibs, Scott Layden and the rest of the front office brass move quickly this summer. It will be interesting to see if they use the two-way guys any differently than last year, which consisted of four total minutes for Brown and zero for Jefferson, despite dominating the G-League in Iowa. Nevertheless, Terrell will feature for Minnesota in the Summer League, and can spend up to 45 days on the NBA roster throughout the season, so he is worth keeping tabs on. The 6-foot-3 guard will hope to make his name by continuing to connect on triples the same way he did in senior year at RIU, where he nailed 41.4 percent of his 5.3 long range shots per game. He is a willing gunner from deep and if he can hit them at a reliable clip in the big leagues he has a chance to stick on a roster, whether it is the Timberwolves' or elsewhere. Despite his stature, Terrell built like a brick wall and uses that strength to bulldoze his way to the rim at a serviceable level, that knack for getting inside buckets helps create space for his sweet shooting stroke as well. This kind of scoring guard fits the mold of a Thibs guy, much like Derrick Rose and Jeff Teague, although obviously not at that level. Problems definitely arise for Terrell when projecting his fit in the NBA. In an ideal world, he would slot in as a small shooting guard, thanks to his below average playmaking, but he lacks the size and length to compete with NBA wings. This leaves him as a point guard who doesn't pass at an NBA level, essentially a dog without a bark. Even at the one-guard position, Terrell will need to show more than he did at Rhode Island on the defensive end if he wants to make hay with the defensive mad scientist we call Tom Thibodeau. The 23-year-old has quick hands and a knack for getting into the passing lane, but he is far too lazy and disinterested when it comes to one on one defense and often doesn't even bother to rotate at the ring to provide some sort of defensive help. If the former Ram can show some sort of summer improvement during his time under John Lucas' team in Las Vegas, he might have a chance to grab some minutes in the Timberwolves rotation. However an injury to Jeff Teague, Derrick Rose, Tyus Jones or Josh Okogie would likely have to occur to create that path. Either way, he should be a solid piece of the Iowa Wolves G-League squad and another fresh face with a chance in Minneapolis. Keep an eye on Jared Terrell in the Las Vegas Summer League, which kicks off on Friday! Follow Jake on Twitter here. Timberwolves get leadership, character, and knock-down shooting with Anthony Tolliver Jeff Swinger - USA TODAY Sports The Minnesota Timberwolves Monday signed an old friend. According to Yahoo Sports’ Shams Charania, Anthony Tolliver is returning to the Twin Cities on a one-year, $5.75 million dollar contract. Tolliver, 33, is expected to fill the role Nemanja Bjelica, whose qualifying offer was consequently withdrawn from the Timberwolves, played last year for the Timberwolves in 2018-2019. Tolliver, however, could give the Wolves something Bjelica struggled providing -- consistency. A career 38-percent three-point shooter, the 6-foot-9 forward put together one of the better campaigns of his career with Detroit last season, where he averaged 8.9 points across 22.2 minutes while knocking down 2.0 three-pointers at an impressive 43.6 percent clip -- 7th best in the NBA. He' shot at least 3.5 attempts per game every season since 2012-2013, hitting between 36-44 percent every year. This will be Tolliver's second stint with Minnesota after playing a key bench role from 2010-2012. The sharpshooter was relied on to provide floor spacing and perimeter shooting for the Timberwolves then. Eight years later, his role will be identical, but rather on a team with two perennial all-stars and a stealthy supporting cast. The former Creighton grad has some old-school ball in him. He’s tough, not afraid to dive on the floor for loose balls, and possesses a knack for making winning plays. He’s the definition of a "Thibs guy". How can you not love those high, geeky-looking socks? Not only is Tolliver just a good basketball player, but also a great veteran presence in the locker room, and a player who’s appeared to be loved by everybody on the team wherever he’s been. With 18-year NBA vet Jamal Crawford on his way out, Tolliver will bring much-needed leadership to the locker room with his esteemed character. The signing suggests Head Coach and President of Basketball Operations Tom Thibodeau wants to play more small ball next year as Jimmy Butler, Anthony Tolliver, and Keita Bates-Diop are able to guard both 3’s and 4’s. Successfully defending the perimeter is vital in the modern NBA, and the Timberwolves will be improved in that area after adding length and versatility in those positions. As a result, this will allow Tom Thibodeau to give Taj Gibson more rest next season after averaging a career-high 33.2 minutes per game at 33 years of age. In the hopes of taking the next step as a franchise (meaning advancing past the first round of the playoffs), the Timberwolves have been active through the first two days in free agency bringing back Derrick Rose on a one-year, $2.1 million deal, and now Anthony Tolliver. This leaves them with roughly $3 million left to spend in free agency, in what we expect to go towards another wing shooter. Among names the Wolves have reported having interest in: Wayne Ellington, Dante Cunningham, Vince Carter, and Corey Brewer. Inking any of the listed names would be the icing on the cake in an offseason the Timberwolves weren't supposed to be highly active in. “Versatility is sort of the buzzword now, “Thibodeau said before June’s NBA Draft. “You need guys who can play multiple positions and fit into a team.” After acquiring the likes of 6’4 Josh Okogie, 6’9” Keita Bates-Diop, and 6’9” Anthony Tolliver, Tom Thibodeau has successfully delivered plenty of said "buzzword" to the Timberwolves so far this offseason. A Minnesota Timberwolves blog here to bring you fresh, insightful perspective during a new era of Wolves basketball	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line347
__label__wiki	0.668245	0.668245	Larry Sells Attorney, conspiracy theorist, and owner of Kansas City, MO's Uptown Theater https://twitter.com/UptownTheaterhttp://www.uptowntheater.com/home.html Larry Sells has been on 1 show KATG 2265: Live in Kansas City 2015 The Keith and The Girl 10-Year Anniversary Tour continues. Larry Sells and James Inman join the KATG gang at Uptown Theater in Kansas City, MO. October 26, 2015 — Chowderheads: Live from Kansas City, MO’s Uptown Theater, Keith and Chemda open up the second-to-last stop on the #KATGTour with some of Missouri’s ridiculous laws — The Who’s Not Getting Laid Tonight? Competition: Ray DeVito, a big sports fan, goes head-to-head against a stranger in a round of sports trivia — Pillow Barrier: James Inman, subject of the comedy documentary The Unbookables, takes the stage to talk about the debauched antics he and his cohorts got into and allowed to be shown in the movie — It’s The Worst Movie Ever Made: Larry Sells, owner of the Uptown Theater, joins the show to discuss his thoughts on James’ movie — Jet Fuel Can’t Melt The Truth: Larry, an avid conspiracy theorist, discusses the JFK assassination, 9/11, ancient computers, and more — The Bill Cosby Hair Salon: Danny Hatch, Katharine Heller, and their trusty pillows join the show to talk about getting yelled at for using a Bikram yoga studio’s bathroom — Misery: Lauren Hennessy and Newsy join the show to discuss how sketchy Kansas City is Danny Hatch James Inman Katharine Heller Ray DeVito	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line351
__label__wiki	0.977868	0.977868	:: adgruntie :: Fort Franklin creates first TV spot for Magic Hat + Fort Franklin is working on a new campaign for Magic Hat Brewing. An estimated $1 million to $3 million marketing push is expected to launch before the end of the first quarter. The efforts come as Magic Hat slowly expands its presence into other regions. Magic Hat saw a 30 percent increase in sales last year, the brewery said. The campaign will include online, print and the brand’s first television spot. "They’ve asked to really push it,” said Marc Gallucci, chief executive and creative director at Fort Franklin. “They need a kind of a way to communicate who they are to the rest of the world.” To that end, the agency plans to promote Magic Hat with humor while avoiding the use of sex. “Definitely not sexy,” Gallucci said. FF won the biz late last year.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line355
__label__wiki	0.827236	0.827236	Survey Shows OC Veterans Are Struggling Read the full Orange County Register article online here. By THERESA WALKER / STAFF WRITER Military veterans tend to mistrust promises. Being associated with veterans is good marketing, and veterans note that over the years everybody from private business owners to social advocates to politicians have made big claims of help for veterans that eventually fell flat. Post-9/11 veterans are especially disengaged. But several new local programs and ideas – touching everything from housing to jobs to mental health – could give local veterans reason for optimism. Some of the action is a response to a February in-depth survey on the struggles of former service members here, undertaken by USC researchers at the behest of Orange County Community Foundation. Other efforts are rooted in long-term work of veterans advocates and a renewed commitment of public agencies tasked with providing veteran services, particularly from the much-criticized U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Underlying it all is a recent infusion of money from private donors, philanthropic groups and government agencies. JOBS, JOBS, JOBS To see the new push for veterans play out in real life, look no further than the Tustin blimp hangars today through Sunday, where veterans will receive access to a variety of services in one place. The idea isn’t new. Launched in 2011 by the nonprofit Veterans First, the annual Orange County Stand Down event focuses on homeless veterans, letting them bed down in makeshift barracks and get access to everything from haircuts to flu shots. Several hundred typically attend. But this year, the outreach has a new name – Orange County Stand Down & Veterans Resources Expo – reflecting a more expansive vision of how, and whom, to help. Added to the 2015 version – employers. This year’s organizers, Orange County Rescue Mission and Working Wardrobes, opened the event to all veterans and their spouses by addinga career expo on Saturday. And they shifted the location to the blimp hangars, anticipating a big crowd. As many as 1,500 veterans are expected to fill out applications and sit for on-site interviews with about 100 businesses. “We have a lot of veterans in Orange County that are either unemployed or underemployed,” said Joshua Wafer, who in June took on the role of Veterans Job Developer for Working Wardrobes, a nonprofit focused on workforce readiness. “We want to make sure we are adding a service to that population.” Gaining the trust of veterans is a challenge, even for other veterans. “There are a lot of companies that are just trying to make a buck off of vets,” said Jeff Andrade, a 33-year-old Marine Corps veteran who is an outreach counselor at the South Orange County Vet Center in Mission Viejo. “Unfortunately, we have to weed through it.” It doesn’t help when government agencies charged with caring for veterans fail them in ways that have endangered their lives. Andrade is well aware of the troubles at the scandal-ridden medical centers run by Veterans Affairs. That’s his employer. Andrade works at one of two VA community offshoots in Orange County where resources include free readjustment counseling for combat veterans. The staff of mostly veterans at the centers (the other is in Garden Grove) can lend a more personal touch that cuts through government bureaucracy. “It’s hard to get guys to come through the door, but when they do, they’re so thankful,” Andrade said. “We’re probably the best-kept secret of the VA.” Last month, in an effort to improve its outreach, the VA held several forums to discuss mental health services, housing, employment and education with local policymakers, nonprofits, landlords, employers and community advocates. Also, since August, the VA has dispatched a mental health clinician that veterans can see at Huntington Beach Central Library on Fridays. Andrade and others from his office will be at the Stand Down event, along with a mobile van to hold private counseling sessions. “I know there are tons of resources and services out there for veterans,” Andrade said. “The problem is connecting them to it.” Orange County Community Foundation distributed $500,000 last week to seven nonprofits whose services include peer “navigators” who steer veterans along the way in civilian society, assessment and referral, career counseling, and family support. The foundation recognizes the need to simplify and publicize the network of assistance for veterans, making it easier for vets to get help once they leave the military. “These veterans don’t know where to go,” OCCF president Shelley Hoss said. “They don’t know what exists.” That was true for Joshua Banks, who spent five years as a stateside administrator for an infantry unit and foundered – even spending time on the streets – after leaving the Marine Corps in 2012. “I just wasn’t ready,” said Banks, 26, who didn’t find much use for the information provided by the military in transition classes at the end of his service – a refrain echoed in the Orange County veterans study. “I got out not knowing anything and I was homeless. It was really rocky.” Banks went directly from housing at Camp Pendleton to sleeping in his car or on a friend’s couch his first five months as a civilian. Then ex-military buddies inspired him to enroll at Irvine Valley College and tap his GI benefits. Banks hopes to become a paralegal. He is president of the veterans club on his campus, where about 850 former service members are among the 14,000 students. Banks also works as a projects specialist under the guidance of Nancy Montgomery, a registered nurse who is Irvine Valley College’s director of health, wellness and veterans. Montgomery has worked with veterans for about nine years, seven of them in a similar role at Cerritos College. She has used grant money and arm twisting to bring counseling, health care and other services directly to the veterans on campus. “You have to come out to them because our veterans do not seek services. If you bring the services to them, they do it.” Orange County Community Foundation awarded Montgomery $75,000 to replicate her program at another Orange County college and measure its success. The foundation earmarked another $75,000 for 2-1-1 Orange County. By next month, the local clearinghouse for social service resources plans to have a veterans database on its website and staff specially trained to handle their calls. Leaders at Goodwill Industries of Orange County and 2-1-1 expect to be strategic partners in directing veterans to services in Orange County. In June, Goodwill received a $1.6 million award from a program funded by the Wounded Warrior Project to establish Goodwill as the county’s leading point of contact for veterans in search of jobs and other resources. Goodwill already serves about 300 veterans through its Enduring Independence outreach, boosted by a $1 million donation in May from local philanthropists Thomas and Elizabeth Tierney. Goodwill hopes to assist up to 15,000 veterans over the next five years. “It isn’t because it may be trendy or a hot topic in the news,” Goodwill of Orange County CEO Frank Talarico said about helping veterans. “We’re going to remain very passionate.” HOUSING THE HOMELESS Six years ago, the federal government set a goal of housing all homeless veterans by 2015. That hasn’t happened, but numbers here and nationwide reflect improvement. An annual count of the homeless in January recorded about 500 veterans living on Orange County’s streets, down from more than 1,200 in 2009. This was true even as the overall homeless population remained about the same. Federal housing vouchers for veterans have helped, said Scott Larson, chair of the county’s Commission to End Homelessness. Right now, Orange County has enough vouchers available to cut the current homeless veteran population in half, Larson said. Representatives from the VA will be on hand at the Stand Down event in Tustin to assist in applying for those vouchers. But there is this growing dilemma: little affordable housing and soaring rents. Two small-scale projects expected to open next year may help ease the crunch. The Rescue Mission is converting a pair of rundown fourplexes at Newport and Sycamore avenues in Tustin into a 32-bed housing complexfor veterans. All of the labor is being donated, with completion expected in a few months. Then there’s the innovative $2.6 million Potter’s Lane project in Midway City. The nonprofit American Family Housing will fashion 16 units from modified steel containers, like the ones on cargo ships. Plans call for Potter’s Lane, located on Jackson Street in unincorporated county territory, to break ground and open in the spring, said Donna Gallup, president and CEO of American Family Housing. Half of the so-called micro units are designated for chronically homeless veterans. Subsidized rents will be capped at about 30 percent of an occupant’s income. Larson, executive director of the building industry charity HomeAid Orange County, said more creative thinking like Potter’s Lane is needed in Orange County. “If we can do veterans-specific permanent housing projects like this, that’s ideal.” Contact the writer: 714-796-7793 or twalker@ocregister.com homeless, Jim Palmer 911, Veterans /	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line358
__label__cc	0.53196	0.46804	What Makes A Great Cover Song Great? \| Hypebot What Makes A Great Cover Song Great? Performing and recording has long been a staple of the industry, but what exactly makes these recreations of familiar songs great? Here, we try and expose the framework of what makes a great over so good. Guest post by Carter Lee of Soundfly’s Flypaper Now here’s a question that’s bound to create some conversational controversy… What makes a great cover song? Is it playing every note as close to the original as possible, creating a carbon copy? Or does a great cover require a reimagining of the source material in your own style? And if that, then where are the limits of going “too far” on the spectrum of interpretation? Whatever your feeling is, this brand new podcast episode digs deep into some of our own favorite cover versions, and attempts to come up with a framework for what, ultimately, makes a great cover so special. And I can never do this stuff alone. For this episode, my co-host and co-producer Mahea Lee and I enlisted the help of Flypaper’s very own Editor-in-Chief, an experimental musician and proud new Canadian, Jeremy Young. We dive straight into the deep end to harvest our opinions on what makes a great cover song, why some artists really miss their mark with it, and whether or not there are songs too sacred to cover. You can listen to Themes and Variation Episode 5 in its entirety right here in the player above, or click over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or anywhere else you get your podcasts to subscribe and download. *Bonus points if you want to hit us with a five star rating on Apple! If you’re enjoying this episode, and you’d like to learn more about some of the musical topics we touched on, go ahead and visit Soundfly’s free companion course for songwriting prompts and additional resources. From scale modes to melody-writing and even audio production tips and tricks, we’ve curated some extra resources for listeners who want to go the extra creative mile and put stuff from the episode into action. Episode 5 Highlights 1. Carter hops on his covers soapbox. Carter: I’ve been in more than enough situations both in a band or in an audience where it’s “ok, let’s do a cover” and then you play the song down exactly as is and exactly as written. To me that’s just like a very obvious set-filler, like “oh we didn’t have enough songs to reach our 45-minute or hour long set so we’re gonna do this cover.” Just being an audience member you have that initial feeling when you hear the cover where immediately you’re like “oh I know this song!” and you’re excited, then you’re just stuck in that song with whoever’s playing it. You might as well be in a mall walking around, having that song come on. 2. A strong original melody will carry a great cover. Jeremy: The iconic nature of a melody I think is very freeing when it comes to covers. And this where being a jazz artist doing a cover is an asset. If you already know that you’re gonna incorporate improvisation… I could sing in my sleep the melody for “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and tons of other songs from that era, or classic rock or whatever. If I can already sing the melody in my head, then that gives the cover artist so much freedom to improvise around, and warp it, and change it and stuff because I’ve got it looping in my head already. I don’t need the artist to provide that. 3. Changing the feel of a track can change how a listener interprets and engages with the material. Mahea: This is partly an interesting cover to me because, and tell me if you guys agree or disagree, but I think that the way the song is treated changes how I as a listener interpret its meaning. Jeremy: Oh yeah, well I haven’t heard the entire cover yet, but I would probably agree with that. It makes you think of different things. As soon as you hear it, you start really focusing in on the lyrics which I think might be like a shadow area of Paul Simon’s version, which there’s so much going, it’s hard to really engage with each word. Gabriel kind of lets each word linger. Collaborative Playlist We’ve created a collaborative Spotify playlist in order to share every song talked about and mentioned on this episode. Feel free to add your favorite covers to the episodes playlist! Note: Please don’t just add your own songs that don’t match the theme. While we love hearing your music, this is not a playlist for self-promotions, and we will remove them. We’ll see you in two weeks with a new theme, new guests, and some new songs to break down. If you have any comments, questions, or theme suggestions, drops us a line at podcast@soundfly.com! Carter Lee is a bassist/educator/producer. He is originally from Edmonton, Canada and now resides in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to leading the hip-hop group, Tiger Speak, Lee is the music director for the bands of both Shea Rose and Moruf. He is also a sideman for countless other artists. Carter brings his wealth of experience in many different musical situations to the Soundfly team and is eager to help any musician who is hoping to better their band. Check out his course Building a Better Band on Soundfly today! [from https://ift.tt/2q5EXmO] Posted by jherskowitz at 10:11 AM	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line360
__label__wiki	0.623507	0.623507	Maritimes Madness \| DAY 7: (Pt. 2) Departure + Afterword Read Part 1 HERE ! The 7-day Atlantic roadtrip came to an end. Venturing to the East Coast was a first for two-thirds of the party, and I quickly came to the realization that despite having lived in the country for my entire lifetime, I had rarely stepped out of Ontario and British Columbia. We retraced our initial path at Stanfield to reach the domestic gate. But this time around, we caught sight fresh lobsters near the baggage drop. Other souvenirs such as caramel popcorn and alcohol were also spotted, thought swiftly deemed unnecessary. Having arrived at the airport on weekday afternoon, one would anticipate majority of the shops and dining kiosks to remain open. Lo and behold: the East Coast was not so different from Richmond; Booster Juice closed its gates just as we settled into the waiting area. A solid hour-and-a-half had been allocated for exploring the post-check-in area, however, it turned out that there wasn't a great deal that bedazzled us. Starbucks and two inflated gift shops remained fully operational. After securing icy Frappuccinos and wandering to the side from which we had arrived, I returned to my seat and unveiled the Melonpan from Dora-Q. It had reached room temperature, and proved itself a soggy, overly sweet bakery item. Boarding delays ensued, but inflicted minimal interruption to our course. Flyers assimilated quickly into the aircraft, and soon enough, we were homebound with the sunset at the tips of our noses. Ah, the sight of busy city lights. I'm home. 1) Environment Amidst our trip, it was evident that we had only scratched the surface of what the East Coast had to offer. In other words, the expedition gave reason to visit again, though, perhaps not in the form of a lengthy road trip. The air was fresher, and the scenery invincible - surreal even. I couldn't believe that the scenes flashing before our very eyes existed in our own nation! It was as if we had been transported into the world's most beautifully photographed postcard. Yet none of it was fabricated, edited, or enhanced; we were living and breathing in that instance, amidst the luscious greenery, within kilometres of the Atlantic Ocean and its breathtaking beauty. To a smaller extent, we appreciated the absence of telephone poles. Such technological advancements guarantee convenience, but also impose on an otherwise untainted display of nature. At the same time, however, one feels an immediate disconnection from the rest of the world. There is no cellular signal, nor data connection, which endorses GPS devices as absolute necessities for navigation and, ultimately, survival. Google Maps will not function here. Trails devoid of lamp posts prompt visitors to travel only during daytime hours. Sharp curves and sudden twists on unfamiliar, unlit paths are capable of putting even the most seasoned driver at risk. 2) Food Never one to be amazed by crustaceans or shellfish, it was likely that I consumed more seafood on this week-long excursion than I have over the entire duration of my existence. The coastline provided access to the freshest resources, and it would have been a shame to not indulge. Oysters (D1) became known as a stellar starter, while a deeper appreciation was garnered for mussels and lobster. Needless to say, my eye-opening encounters with Digby scallops and hotate sashimi are ones to be remembered for an eternity. Placing the most obvious local ingredients aside, it should be noted that other components of the food chain were tragically absent. Meat in the form of poultry, beef, or pork were rare sights; even when they were spotted, none of us were particularly keen on attempting them. These items were certain to be fresher back home. Fruit and vegetables were also hard to come across. With the exception of Harbour City's breakfast buffet, we passed many days without seeing a single orange or banana. Also scarce were leafy vegetables (such as the commonly seen Chinese choy varieties back home). I stand corrected in that there was no shortage of baby spinach, romaine lettuce, or other forms of salad greens. These were all served fresh (from a package) in the side salads that we requested, but diversity was nominal. Our options did not stretch beyond Caesar, Spinach, and Mixed Greens. Bubble tea, namely Chatime, was a specialized selection that I honestly hadn't expected to see. Three East Coast outposts were found near university campuses: one in Downtown Charlottetown, another near Park Lane Mall in Downtown Halifax, and the third not far from the Halifax waterfront. The presence of the chain was a vivid indication of the number of Asian - specifically Chinese - international students studying abroad. Boba is a niche market, and its ubiquity could only be instigated by demand. 3) People Unlike that of metropolitan Toronto, or even suburban districts in the GTA, the population density across Maritime provinces is quite low. According to census data, the numbers rank in at: 3.7 persons per square kilometre for PEI 10.5 persons per square kilometre for New Brunswick 17.4 persons per square kilometre for Nova Scotia, with Halifax assuming the largest percentage as an urban area Meanwhile, Markham, Mississauga, and Toronto rank in at 1419.3 persons/sq km, 2439.9 persons/sq km, 4149.5 persons/sq km respectively. The GTA alone is far busier than the Maritime provinces combined. Excluding Halifax, majority of the provinces are comprised of small communities. The inhabitants of the region reside in ridiculously rural areas, where drugstores are far and few between and the nearest gas station may be over twenty minutes of a drive. The culture of these civilians is benevolent and genuine - far from the facade and fussiness of "big city"-goers. They also tend to carry about their business in pleasant, unhurried manners. This can be seen as a form of inefficiency, but charitable manners and true patience are valued greater than the need for economic efficacy. It's been a long time since coming across a fellow human that didn't demand a material exchange for their kindness. A question I pondered throughout the trip was this: How did locals make a living? High season for lobster fishing meant steady income, but was the arrival of winter synonymous with difficulty in making ends meet? The Maritimes are more suited towards tourism (both national and overseas) than agriculture. But alas, the resources and capital required to expand are quite limited. I never did receive an answer to my inquiry. 4) Transit School buses were seen on rare occasions while road-tripping about the three provinces. Public transit, on the other hand, ceased to exist in live-able frequencies in all areas besides Dartmouth and Halifax. On weekdays though, buses were plenty and constantly served the major roads surrounding university buildings. Video delays were owed to technical difficulties; please excuse compromised quality, as the above clip was a result of: four days of nonstop editing and six export attempts. Maritimes Madness The journey was a mad one: a constant stream of prolonged drives, shifts in accommodations, and sporadic photo sessions. To be fair, I loved every bit of the trip, minus sitting in the back seat. I've had more than enough of my fill of road trips for the time being, but should I pursuit a similar travel format in the future, it is positive that I'll earn my turn in the driver's seat, blasting GOT7 to the degree I please. (Of course, that's not to say I didn't execute that plan this time around. Hehe.)	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line367
__label__cc	0.586401	0.413599	On the Transfer Front – The Latest Mischief and Speculation Posted on June 5th, 2012 \| 51 Comments \| "I Want To Stay" First the good news – Papiss Demba Cisse wants to stay at Newcastle United for “many years”. And what’s more, that news is actually backed up with direct quotes from the player speaking to Sky Sports. So this isn’t “a source close to the player” or “a source close to the club”, this is Cisse himself, on the record, saying he wants to stay. He told Sky Sports: “I am very happy in Newcastle and I want to stay there for many years.” “We were close to a Champions League position so next season hopefully we will qualify for that and everyone will taste the Champions League.” “I am looking forward to next season.” This news is particularly heartening given the recent press speculation that clubs like moneybags Manchester City are apparently keen on stealing our star forward. A bid might still come in of course, and it might be of sufficient size to tempt the United “Board” to cash in. But it’s always a good start if the player himself wants to stay and is happy here. And if we look at where United are just now, I think any bid for Cisse would have to be huge before Mike Ashley and his chums would seriously consider it. Financially, the club is stable – in operational terms, the books are balanced and some projections are that in the coming season, the club will actually make an operating profit. Any debt is Ashley’s own, to himself, and is not therefore subject to crippling interest payments. On top of this, the current squad have proven that they are good enough to get into the top six of the English Premier League. So to sell any key players would be a step backwards, and I don’t think Mike Ashley would accept that at this point in time. He likes to go forward and make progress, he likes a challenge – you only have to look at the growth of his sports clothing business to see that. Additionally, having gate-crashed life at Football’s top table, and qualified for the Europa League, I think the United owner has an appetite for kicking on and seeing just how far the club can go on with his current management approach – an approach which is beginning to be copied by some other clubs. I think he will want to further strengthen the squad and build on the progress made last season. Away from Cisse, the mischievous speculation and gossip about some of our other players continues. Cheick Tiote continues to be linked with Manchester United and Chelsea – but a lot of this seems to be the original Daily Fail story being echoed by other media outlets. Some commentators are pointing to the fact that United are talking to West Bromwich defensive midfielder Mulumbu as evidence that Tiote will be sold. But it could equally be pointed out that, having lost Alan Smith and Danny Guthrie to name but two and recruited only Romain Amalfitano so far, we are actually still at least one midfielder short of where we were last season. So it makes sense to be looking at whoever is available. There’s also a story bouncing around that Manchester City want our skipper, Fabricio Coloccini. I can’t see Colo leaving United to warm the City bench for next season, and I don’t think the club would want to sell him. Colo signed a 4 year deal just before the mackem game, and I think he would like to see that contract through at St James’ Park. Finally, there’s still the position of Demba Ba to be resolved, which we featured in a blog recently. All we can do is see how that one plays out. There is no doubt that the “buy out” clause does indeed exist in Demba’s contract. At the end of the day it will depend upon whether the player wants to leave, and whether the club have actually made any effort to persuade him to stay. In this respect, the news that United’s heirarchy had allegedly pulled out of negotiations to renegotiate the player’s contract was not a very positive sign really. As ever, these are just my own observations and thoughts, based upon whatever speculation is currently bouncing around in the media. Please use the comment box below to share your own thoughts on the above, or anything else really! NUFCBlog Author: UTD111 UTD111 has written 59 articles on this blog. Who’ll be gannin’ to Africa? Senegal vs Ivory Coast quality live stream The Africa Cup of Nations and Newcastle United – A Geordie’s guide. Who have been Newcastle United’s most lethal Premiership strikers? Here’s the answer… What’s Happening with Wor Demba? Will United Sell Cheick Tiote? Posted on June 5, 2012 by UTD111 in category: Interviews and Papiss Cisse and Thoughts and reflections and Transfers and UTD111 , with tags: Cheick Tioté, Demba Ba, Papiss Demba Cisse TOONARMYELITE says: There’s also a story bouncing around that Manchester City want our skipper Fabricio Coloccini. I can’t see Colo leaving United to warm the City bench for next season, and I don’t think the club would want to sell him. Colo signed a 4 year deal just before the mackem game, and I think he would like to see that contract through at St James’ Park. yeah alan smith here we come colo position ticks the box colo pace dosnt tick the box colo strenth dosnt tick the box says it all really “I think the United owner has an appetite for kicking on and seeing just how far the club can go on with his current management approach – an approach which is beginning to be copied by some other clubs. I think he will want to further strengthen the squad and build on the progress made last season.” I think that Ashley himself has modelled his approach on another North Eastern club who play in black and white, Udinese from the North East of Italy. “…they hired champions at low prices, and sold for ten times as much. Udinese were the king of capital gain, the balance was far positive and, what was best, the team was not weakened after the transfer of both Bierhoff and Helveg to Milan. Udinese were then considered a model in Italian football scene for their skilled transfer operations, for their structure, for their ability to find hidden talents all over the world…” http://www.udinese.it/ENG/storia8.php Udinese have never won a major trophy though. They sell players to clubs who do win major trophies such as Milan, Internazionale, Barcelona, Bayern Munich etc. There is nothing new or original about the idea of a “selling club” “We’re not saying we are not a selling club. The reality is when we get the price in we have to sell our best players. It’s like being a collector and your collection is getting bigger and bigger, the wage bill will be bigger.” – Derek Llambias. Supermac says: are manu a selling club? they lost Ronaldo, now they may loose Rooney – no club is safe when obscenely rich clubs flash the begabucks cash UTD111 says: I agree Supermac – not sure how the concept of a “selling club” is defined really, all clubs sell players at one time or another. I’m not sure that Udinese model is aligned with what is going on at United. Time will tell…… UTD, a “selling club” is a club who’s financial model is predicated on making an overall profit from player trading. Manchester United are not a “selling club.” The Udinese / Newcastle United model: http://aroundthepeninsula.wordpress.com/2011/12/17/the-friuli-farm/ Despite all the gushing about how it is good for the balance sheets, Udinese, despite being “there or thereabouts” as they say, have NEVER won a major trophy. Raghav.nufc says: we should accept that we are a selling club and look for cheaper replacement of tiote and demba ba. If we use your definition of a “selling club” for sake of argument, then I don’t think Newcastle are a selling club ie they won’t need to sell players to make a profit. If we accept that every player at every club has a price, which has been proven even at Manure, it starts to come down to how ambitious the club is, translated into wanting to hold on to key players. The statements coming out of United (and their actions over the Andy Carroll episode) point to a club that sells only for a price that suits us, and suits our own ambitions. I’ve read that Udinese story and I don’t think that is what’s happening at the Toon. I think Ashley is following the Arsenal model – get good young players for relatively low outlay, bring them through and only sell them when it suits us – ie when some idiot is willing to pay well over the odds, and we can let the player go. This policy of course does not vater for players with buyout clauses – but Ba was a special case that we took a chance on. Well, UTD, I would agree that Newcastle United shouldn’t HAVE to be a selling club like Udinese. Udine, the city where Udinese are based is more like Middlesbrough in size and ditto with the respective football clubs / attendances for games etc. Udinese’s average attendance last season was 16,625, not 50,000, and I’m sure that their TV income is far lower than Newcastle United’s too. As seen in that piece I linked to, they bring in much less in overall revenue than Newcastle United. However, Newcastle United themselves seem to be bringing in much less in commercial and matchday revenue than they should be for a club with such a large and passionate fanbase, suspiciously so. This is not the case with Arsenal, although their money has gone into funding the best Premiership stadium in the country. As you say though, time will prove me right (as ever) ;-) Players such as Cisse, Ben Arfa (especially Ben Arfa) and Cabaye could well be the big moneyspinners for Ashley, Raghav. On the incoming transfer front, Douglas issues ‘come and get me plea’ to Newcastle after announcing to Sky Sports he is unsettled. Qwerty, it wasn’t necessarily a come and get me plea to Newcastle: “Five clubs are interested and there’s a bigger club than Newcastle. I cannot still say anything about it, but I hope soon to have my new club.” – Big Doug. http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11095/7796184/ Well, UTD, I would agree that Newcastle United shouldn’t HAVE to be a selling club like Udinese…….. …….As you say though, time will prove me right (as ever) That’s not what I said big heed LOL Now, now children, be nice ! Udinese eh ! We are imitating them, according to Workey. Personally i doubt if Ashley is aware that Udenise exist, though one could call it an interesting coincidence. Being they wear the same strip n’all. Dont believe everything Workey sez, sometimes it’s just the result of an over imaginative mind. Well, true, I may have been paraphrasing a little. I was watching a programme on the television about the Oracle of Delphi the other evening. It reminded me of myself in many ways. Chuck @ 18 I’m more concerned about his over-imaginative EGO mate!! the classic selling club was Burnley who stayed in the upper divisions for decades on small crowds – every one of their players was always for sale, preferably at the right (sellers) price but not always. They had a top team in the 70s – 5 of whom went to 1st div clubs in 2 years, including Nulty to NUFC. I can’t think of a modern equivalent, but its certainly not us. If you take Carrol out of the equation, who have we sold to make money? OK, the relegation fire sale players – but does that count? Not realy – which takes us back to Carrol, but that does not count either cos it was the best bit of business we ever made. We are not a selling club – we are a club that sells wisely. On the other hand you could argue we are a buying club ! Biggest buy last window – Cisse ! Just ask clubs in france & holland etc, they know that we are after their players. Is it my imagination or does it look as if NUFC are putting Tiote in the shop window, hoping for a transfer windfall ? Having received big bucks for Carroll, last year, may have them believing it can be repeated on an annual basis, just like in the rag trade, buy cheap, sell for whatever the market will bear. Yeah right ! Rumors of Chelsea coming in with a 20m. bid, could have wor Mike and his Sancho Panza (Derick), drooling. Aint that why we are looking at Mulumbu ? No, Chuck, it’s the result of a highly intelligent and perceptive mind, and extensive research. “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win.” That’s the story of my life. ;-) er, Oracle of Delphi was a priestess of Apollo – is there something we need to know? No Supermac, I’m not an old woman, and I certainly haven’t haven’t led a blameless life! It’s always better if somebody else says that about you, rather than you saying it about yourself – don’t you think?? The oracle of Delphi eh ! It’s rumored the answers to questions, pithy though they might be, were translated through priests from Pythia. Who for all intents was stoned out of her head. Yes there was a certain weed growing in the area, that when burned, gave off an intoxicating mind altering high, if inhaled. Was wondering if Workey, who likened himself to Pythia has had the same experience’s. That would certainly explain a lot. :) :) :) chuck – are you taking the Pythia ? Far be it for me, to make a pithy statement. From me Later, going to consult with my oracle/barkeep, see what the future has in store, or if in fact i have a future? Tis the cocktail hour. Got Ireland in the $50 pool they are rated @ 100-1 odds, still, better than last world cup, where i got England. GS says: Chuck: I’m no oracle, but I predict Amstel in your future. would it be pithy to suggest Amstel is pith ? SA toon Fan says: Hey all – Maybe a bit off topic – but anyone know what happened to the speculation of Newcastle joining the Vodacom Challenge in South Africa for pre-saeson? All the reports I can see are a bit old and I can’t find anything confirmed. Anyone have any news here? SA toon Fan, I was looking at pre season stuff and the only game confirmed on the official site so far is against Cardiff. Thanks workyticket, that’s all I can find as well. I’m on my way up to England for a good mate’s wedding and am gutted he’s decided to do it off season. First time in England and I’m not going to get to watch the Magpies :( Well here’s to sincerely hoping they come down South! It depends, UTD. Sometimes, praise from others can be a bad sign and it’s better to be in a minority. Milner says: NeXt season: ————-KRUL—————– SIMMO—-COLO—–Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa—–SANTON ————TIOTE—————– MARV———HBA——–AMALFANTINO ——–CISSE—–LUUK DE JONG—– SQUAD: FRAZER FORSTER, MULUMBU, BIRGIMANI, Butterfield, Yacine Brahimi, CLYNE, GOSLING, SAYLOR, WILLO, JONAS, SAMMY,ELLIOT, ETC. SOLD: BA £7M SPURS ,CABAYE £17M CHELSEA I think you took a wrong turn when looking for Ed’s board. CLiNT FLiCK says: …”i just know i shoulda taken that left toin at Albuquerque!”.. My pet peeve about this sort of thing is that it leads to endless lists of teamsheets on boards. Sorry Milner, I’ve seen you post good stuff and I am sure most people won’t agree with me. as it happens, GS, i fully agree with u. committing hari kari, now… it’ll never happen again never say never… I don’t think that Amal gadge will start Milner mate ;-) Milner, I have nothing to do with this blog and just write a few comments now and again. Obviously, you can do what you like mate. Milner, I was a bit harsh. It is not that bad to have a teamsheet discussion now and again. Just not every day :) HBA in the middle is a surprise. Some of the subs you name, I don’t know much about. GS sez, I have nowt to do with this blog and just write “A FEW” comments now and then! Yeah right GS ! Heard this rumor, apparently Martin O’Neill, made a fifty quid bid on “Cathy the tea lady”, being partial to a nice cuppa. It has apparently started a bidding war, with Fergie and Arry, immediately jumping in with bids reaching over seventy five quid. It’s rumored M. O’N. has an edge being closest to home. But the bookies have her staying @ St. James’ Park, Ashley having offered to match any amount offered. That last bit completely ruins any credibilty your story may have had, Chuck! Workey I was Going to write S** D***, but just could’nt bring myself to do it, it’s becoming a problem. Perhaps i should consult my Oracle.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line376
__label__wiki	0.614166	0.614166	South Edinburgh News Southside & Newington Newsblog Tollcross Online STV Local Directory A-Z Elected Respresentatives Neighbourhood Partnerships South Edinburgh Bulletin 001 - 5 August 2009 002 - 18 August 2009 004 - 4 November 2009 005 - 5 January 2010 006 - 8 February 2010 007 - 11 May 2011 Personal Applications South Edinburgh News‎ > ‎ Quilters group makes beautiful donation to veterans in memory of member posted 13 Aug 2010, 07:11 by South Edinburgh Net Admin One of Scotland’s oldest patchwork and quilting groups has donated a series of beautiful quilts to veterans at the Erskine Edinburgh Home in memory of one of their members. The Thistle Quilters paid visit to the Gilmerton care home, run by the veterans’ charity Erskine, today [Friday] to present their wonderful creations to the ex-Service men and women in its care. The donation was made in memory of their member Mrs Ruth Jellinek, from Edinburgh, who sadly passed away last year. Fabric from her personal collection was donated by her family and was part of the material used to create the impressive wall quilts. At the handover of the donation, the group was joined by Mrs Jellinek’s husband Ernest and daughter Diana. Alison Murray, Chairperson of the Thistle Quilters, said: “The committee felt the fabric should be enjoyed by our members, but also we should look for a charitable outlet for our creativity. Our reason for choosing Erskine stemmed primarily the fact that at the funeral of Mrs Jellinek, the family has suggested donations be given to Combat Stress. We realised how closely the military charities work together and Erskine had a new building with plenty of blank walls that could be livened up.” The group’s donation was also helped along by the Tryst Patchwork and Quilting group which has donated tartan wall quilts for the walls at the Erskine Edinburgh Home. Lynn Suttie, Home manager, said: “This is an extremely thoughtful donation by the Thistle Quilters group in memory of their much-loved member Ruth Jellinek. We are delighted to receive these wonderful and creative wall quilts, which will be enjoyed by our veterans for many years to come.” The Thistle Quilters, which has been running since 1981 and boasts 50 members from across Midlothian, East Lothian and Fife, will also display some of their creations in the Portobello Library from 9 - 22 August. For further information about Erskine and the care it provides in Edinburgh and across Scotland visit www.erskine.org.uk.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line379
__label__wiki	0.979143	0.979143	Education/Youth Tuesday, 19/1/2021 Edu/Youth World Indonesia halts search for missing AirAsia plane as night falls facebook google+ twitter search Indonesia halts search for missing AirAsia plane as night falls Reuters/TN News JAKARTA - Sunday, December 28, 2014 23:37 Email Print Search on for Missing AirAsia Aircraft With 162 on Board Malaysia Air search zone spreads on analysis of final nosedive First truckload of wreckage from MH17 removed from crash site Malaysia Airlines sees first lawsuit on missing Flight MH370 Family members of passengers on board AirAsia flight QZ8501 wait for information inside the AirAsia crisis centre at Juanda Airport inSurabaya, East Java December 28, 2014 in this photo taken by Antara Foto. Photo credit: Reuters Indonesia called off until first light a search for an AirAsia plane carrying 162 people from Indonesia's Surabaya to Singapore, which went missing on Sunday just after pilots requested a change in course to avoid bad weather.I There was no distress call issued by Flight QZ8501, operated by Indonesian AirAsia, 49 percent owned by Malaysia-based budget carrier AirAsia, which has had no crashes since it started flying in 2002. Singapore said it would send two planes to join the search for the missing Airbus A320-200 early on Monday, while the United States, Malaysia, Britain, South Korea, Australia and India offered help, from planes and navy boats to experts and investigators. "We are deeply shocked and saddened by this incident," said Sunu Widyatmoko, CEO of AirAsia Indonesia. "We are cooperating with the relevant authorities to the fullest extent to determine the cause of this incident." On board were 155 Indonesians, three South Koreans and one each from Singapore, Malaysia and Britain, plus a French pilot. The pilot "was requesting deviation due to en-route weather before communication with the aircraft was lost", the airline said. The pilots were experienced and the plane last underwent maintenance in mid-November, it said. The aircraft had accumulated about 23,000 flight hours in some 13,600 flights, according to Airbus. QZ8501 fell out of contact with Jakarta air traffic control at 6:17 a.m. (2317 GMT Saturday). It was roughly halfway between Surabaya and Singapore when it went missing in bad weather, somewhere from Tanjung Pandan on Indonesia's Belitung island to Pontianak, in West Kalimantan, Borneo. Malaysia AirAsia chief Tony Fernandes went to Surabaya to update dozens of relatives of passengers who waited anxiously. The carrier swapped its distinctive bright red logo for a grey background on its website and social media accounts. "This is my worst nightmare," Fernandes said on Twitter. "But there's no stopping", he said of the search. The incident caps a disastrous year for Malaysia-affiliated airlines. Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 went missing on March 8 on a trip from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 passengers and crew on board and has not been found. On July 17, the same airline's Flight MH17 was shot down over Ukraine, killing all 298 people on board. Orion aircraft was on standby if needed. Praying for passengers Family members of passengers on board AirAsia flight QZ8501 wait for information inside the AirAsia crisis center at Juanda Airport inSurabaya, East Java December 28, 2014 in this photo taken by Antara Foto. Photo credit: Reuters Indonesia President Joko Widodo urged his people to pray for the safety of the passengers and crew. During his Sunday address at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, Pope Francis said those on board were in his prayers. The head of Indonesia's transport safety committee expressed hope of locating QZ8501 quickly and said it was too soon to detect the so-called electronic pings from its black box recorder. "We are using our capacity to search on sea and land," Tatang Kurniadi told a news conference in Jakarta. "Until now, we have not found out how the plane fell or what kind of emergency it was." There was bad weather over Belitung at the time and the aircraft had been flying at 32,000 feet before asking to fly at 38,000 feet to avoid clouds. Malaysia was sending vessels and a C130 aircraft while Singapore had also sent a C130. Australia had a P3 Orion aircraft on standby and India offered three navy boats. Louise Sidharta was at Singapore's Changi Airport waiting for her fiancée to return from a family holiday. "It was supposed to be their last vacation before we got married," she said. A man named Purnomo told TVOne in Surabaya of his lucky escape. "I should have been on the flight ... but this morning I had an emergency. I had my passport in hand." Like all affiliates of AirAsia, which include Thailand, the Philippines and India, Indonesia AirAsia operates Airbus jets, of which it has 30 of the A320 model. AirAsia has ordered several hundred jets from the European planemaker, making it one of its most important customers. The missing plane has been in service for just over six years, according to airfleets.net. Indonesian officials from the civil aviation authority and transport safety committee, which are responsible for crash investgiations, arrived in Surabaya on Sunday. A transport ministry official said Indonesia would handle the probe. "The aircraft was registered in Indonesia and it looks to be missing over Indonesian territory, so we will lead the investigation," said the official, who asked not to be named as he was not authorized to speak to media. "We have the expertise to do this." More : Air Asia Singapore Indonesia Surabay QZ 8501 flight Malaysia Airlines Britain's Libya intervention flawed, ex-PM Cameron to blame: lawmakers "The UK’s actions in Libya were part of an ill-conceived intervention, the results of which are still playing out today." Record new U.S. military aid deal for Israel to be signed in days: sources China issues highest typhoon alert as Meranti makes landfall Heroin, nazis, and Agent Orange: inside the $66 billion merger of the year Rice: aid deal is “win-win” for U.S., Israel Obama meets Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi DNC hacked again Part of coverage onMissing AirAsia flight QZ8501 Indonesia to call off search for AirAsia crash victims Divers may have found crashed AirAsia co-pilot's body Six more AirAsia crash victims found: Indonesian official Pilots disabled critical computers moments before AirAsia crash French co-pilot flying AirAsia jet before crash-investigators Editor-in-Chief: Nguyen Quang Thong 268-270 Nguyen Dinh Chieu St. , Distr. 3, HCMC, Vietnam. Tel: (84-8) 39302302 - Fax: (84-8) 39309939 Email: admin@thanhniennews.com Thanh Nien is the tribune of Vietnam’s Youth Association Publication permit No. 14/GP-BC, granted by Press Department, Vietnam Ministry of Culture and Information. Copyright © 2008 by Thanhniennews.com. All rights reserved. [ About us ] Thank you readers, contributors and friends!Thanh Nien Newspaper conferred with 1st-class Labor OrderAdvertise with us	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line386
__label__wiki	0.656348	0.656348	Home » Carra Patterson Carra Patterson Director Ruben Santiago-Hudson has himself won a Tony Award for his performance in Wilson’s "Seven Guitars" and has directed acclaimed Off Broadway revivals of "The Piano Lesson" and "Seven Guitars." He has assembled a cast of nine in which seven of the actors are veterans of Wilson play including Antony Chisholm who appears in the 2000 production. A true ensemble led by John Douglas Thompson and André Holland (currently in "Moonlight"), a better staging could not be imagined of this involving and engrossing play. [more] Joshua Harmon, the author of the bitingly engaging "Bad Jews," is back on the boards with "Significant Other," another modern morality tale. Again he displays his incredible ear and eye for the behavior of modern twenty and thirty-somethings. Love, its frustrations and great rewards, is the subject. The pangs of loneliness, self-imposed or otherwise come in for a good going over, too. [more]	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line387
__label__cc	0.534047	0.465953	Sydney-Travel-Guide.org - Sydney, Australia \| Please Bookmark Us! \| Recommend Us to Your Friends The Rocks is a historical precinct between the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The classical buildings at The Rocks reflect Australian culture since the 18th century. Every weekend the famous flea market operates here, featuring arts and crafts, glass items, ornaments, souvenirs and much more. Address: Located next to the Circular Quay Enquiry: 1902-222-222 Transportation: By bus, train or ferry, get off at Circular Quay; or by foot from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, starting from North Sydney Milson's Point train station Website: http://www.therocks.com/ Attraction: The Rocks Market Opens from 10am to 5pm on every Saturday and Sunday Enquiry: 9240-8717 Sydney Visitors Centre The Centre provides all sorts of Sydney information like brochures, maps and guides to visitors. Visitors can also book accommodation and tours with the Centre. The Centre opens from 9.30am to 5.30pm daily. Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday, and closed at 4pm on New Year's Eve. Address: Corner of Argyle and Playfair Streets, The Rocks; or 33 Wheat Road, Darling Harbour Enquiry: 61-2-9240 8788 or Freecall 1800-067-676 within Australia Hours: 9.30am to 5.30pm daily. Closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday, and closed at 4pm on New Year's Eve Website: http://www.sydneyvisitorcentre.com/ Circular Quay is Sydney's major interchange for ferries, buses and trains. Ferries depart here to all major ferry piers in Sydney, including Manly in the north, Watson Bay in the east, and Parramatta in the west. To the right of Circular Quay is the Sydney Opera House, and to the left are The Rocks and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Street buskers perform here every weekend to add colour to the streets of Sydney. The Museum of Contemporary Art The Museum of Contemporary Art is the only museum in Australia dedicated to collecting and exhibiting the contemporary arts - all recent forms of art, from 1960s pieces to current exhibits. With over 5000 collections from Australia and around the world, exhibitions and events are organised by the museum from time to time. Address: Next to Circular Quay, at 140 George Street, The Rocks Enquiry: 61-2-9245-2400 Hours: 10.00am to 5.00pm daily, closed on Christmas Day Fees: Free except special exhibitions Website: http://www.mca.com.au/ < Previous: Sydney-Travel-Guide.org Next: Sydney Opera House > + Royal Botanic Gardens Art Gallery of N.S.W. + Centrepoint Pitt Street Mall + Chinatown Paddy's Market Powerhouse Museum Star City Casino Sydney Fish Market Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Outback Centre Chinese Garden of Friendship + Sydney Aquarium LG Imax Theatre Cockle Bay Wharf Harbourside Shopping Mall Dudley Page Reserve Watson's Bay Taronga Zoo Koala Park Milsons Point + Port Stephens + Blue Mountains Map of Sydney Map of Australia ©2005 - 2011 Sydney-Travel-Guide.org Web Sydney-Travel-Guide.org	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line402
__label__wiki	0.538756	0.538756	Rodolfo Llinas (2008), Scholarpedia, 3(8):1490. doi:10.4249/scholarpedia.1490 revision #91571 [link to/cite this article] (Redirected from Neurons) Curator: Rodolfo Llinas WikiSysop Real Name Eugene M. Izhikevich Benjamin Bronner Nelson Spruston Jie Bao Tobias Denninger Abdellatif Nemri Dr. Rodolfo Llinas, NYU Medical Center, New York, NY, USA Figure 1: Drawings of neurons showing soma and dendrites in black, axon in red. A. Cortical pyramidal cell. B. Cerebellar Purkinje cell. C. Spinal motoneuron. D. Inferior olivary cell. (A-D drawings by Cajal) E. Cell sensitive to water movement in the medicinal leech, (Gascoigne & A McVean 1991). Neurons are the principal cellular elements that underlie the function of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral sensory systems and enteric (gut) nervous system. The anatomical variation of these neurons is large, but the general morphology and their electrical and ligand dependent responsiveness allows these cells to be classed as neurons (coined in 1891 by Wilhelm von Waldeyer). Other cellular types are also present in the central nervous system (CNS), most particularly several types of glial elements, initially considered a glue type cell serving as a support matrix for the neuronal circuits. It is now known that these cell types are essential in the maintenance of the neuronal network, in neuronal migration during development and in the generation of myelin. Their electrical response dynamics, being slow compared with that of neurons place them mostly in a modulatory role. Their ability to regulate extracellular background synaptic transmitter levels makes them, however, essential for CNS function. 1 Neuronal form 2 Neuronal function 3 Electrical excitability 3.1 Passive electrical properties 3.2 Active electrical properties 3.3 Neuronal integration 3.4 Axonal spike 3.5 Dendritic spikes 3.6 Intrinsic electrical properties and subthreshold oscillations 3.7 Non-uniformity in channels density 4 A little history 6 Recommended reading Neuronal form Neurons are generically characterized by a central cell body or soma that comes in different shapes. The soma houses the cell nucleus and most of the genomic expression and synthetic machinery that elaborates the proteins, lipids, and sugars that constitute the neuronal cytoplasm and membranes. The membranous system bounds and defines different intracellular compartments and includes the outer cell membrane (the plasmalemma) that encompasses the global compartment defining cellularity itself. Associated with the plasmalemma (but also with other intracellular elements) are transmembrane macromolecules that control the functionality of nerve cells (voltage and ligand activated ionic channels, ionic pumps, non-gated ‘leakage’ channels) and the machinery that keeps the cells alive by continuously taking up and replacing the molecular modules that constitute the cell’s functional matrix. Figure 2: A. Avian optic lobe neuron showing axon emerging from dendrite (Cajal). B. Spinal motor neuron labeled with antibodies to sodium channels at the axon initial segment (green) and neurofilaments (red) (reproduced with permission). C. Polarization of a developing spinal motor neuron that accompanies the clustering of sodium channels near the axon hillock (red). (reproduced with permission) In general terms neurons are viewed as having an input and an output pole. Early in the evolution of CNS, and during development, such cells were devoid of any plasmalemmal extensions. These bald neurons may be found in present day forms as receptors cells in, for instance, the carotid glomus, in gustatory system in vertebrate tongue or as photoreceptors in the retina. The point being that neurons can have many types of branching or, in fact, no branches at all. For the majority of neurons, however, the receiving or input pole generally consists of extensively branching tree-like extensions of the soma membrane known as dendrites (coined in 1889 by William His from dendros (Greek) meaning tree) which arise in vertebrate neurons directly from the cell body (the body is also a receiving site in most neurons). With invertebrate neurons the dendrites arise most commonly from the axon (see Figure 3). the output pole, called the axon (coined in 1896 by Rudolph Albert von Kolliker; red in Figure 1), arises as a single structure from the soma (and occasionally from a dendrite). The axon conducts propagating electrochemical signals termed action potentials (usually initiated at the axon hillock, green in Figure 2B) away from the soma. There are some dendrites that also serve as output systems (see dendro dendritic synapses by G. Shepherd). There are, however, exceptions to these general rules of neuronal organization. In some neurons, e.g. peripheral sensory neurons, the input occurs via axons. Figure 3: Invertebrate neurons. A. A dye-filled antennal lobe projection neuron, one of the second-order neurons of the Drosophila olfactory system (http://wilson.med.harvard.edu). B. Giant neuron in a cricket (?) ganglion (reproduced with permission). C Confocal image of a leech ganglion from an embryo in which mechanosensory P cells were injected with a combination of the fluorescent dyes Alexa 488 and neurobiotin (visualized with Steptavidin-Cy3) and a local bending interneuron was injected with Alexa 488. The electrically coupled cells appear in red. The interneuron appears in yellow due to colocalization of the dyes (reproduced with permission). D. Two neurons in the auditory pathway of crickets named AN2 (red) and ON1 (green). (Dr. Gerald Pollack). Examples of the great variety of neuronal form are shown in Figure 1-Figure 6. Those in images Figure 2-Figure 6 have been made using more recent staining techniques. This set of images represents the common variety of neurons as well as the extremes of morphology to illustrate the enormous variety neurons can generate morphologically. Neuronal function Their electrophysiological properties are as rich as their morphology, and endow neurons with a vast set of electrical properties and functional styles. The voltage and ligand dependent ionic conductances that generate and modulate such excitability can implement autorhythmic properties either as single cell oscillators or resonators that ultimately dictate network oscillatory properties. Early electrophysiological results from the study of motoneurons led to the view that neurons do precious little, other than integrate and fire. Intelligence is in the network was the initial credo in those early years. Many other newer parameters have entered electrophysiology over the last three decades. Plasticity (mostly as Long Term Potentiation and Long Term Depression) and intrinsic electrical properties have been particularly significant. Neurons are characterized by four main functional properties; a) electrical excitability (mostly across the plasmalemma), b) secretion (mostly vesicular and peptide extruding channel dependent), c) molecular synthesis (mostly proteins), and d) growth and plasticity. This short review will deal mainly with electrical excitability. Secretion, mostly as the mechanism responsible for excitatory or inhibitory synaptic transmission, will be dealt in other entries. Electrical excitability When considering neuronal function, electrical excitability is indeed one of the main themes of concern. Passive electrical properties Passive properties refer to the capacitative and resistive aspects inherent in neuronal membranes, along with the resistivity inherent in the cytoplasm and the extracellular milieu. Together, these properties provide an electrical resemblance between neuronal processes (axons and dendrites) and conduction in electrical cables and hence are termed cable properties. Across this capacitive/resistive membrane an electric field and a voltage difference is maintained by the action of selective ion pumps. While the basic assumption of most electrophysiologists is that the membrane potential may be initially considered as having a resting value (the resting potential) that is uniformly distributed along neuronal compartments, this is an oversimplification, as the ionic conductances (and pumps) which are responsible for setting the resting potential need not have a fixed density throughout the neuronal membrane. Even so, isopotentiality is inherent in most initial cable property assumptions. The value of the electrical field (in mV) is related to the driving force (emf) for each of the ionic species that can move across the membrane and the magnitude of the conductance for each ionic species (i.e. the number of permeable channels available for any ion species at any given moment multiplied by the single channel conductance). While a more or less uniform permeability may be found for the leakage channels (a constantly open channel permeable to potassium), voltage gated channels allowing sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride ions across the plasmalemma also contribute to the membrane potential to the extent of the magnitude of their conductance at a given time. Note however that these latter conductances, because they are voltage-gated, deviate from the simple passive character of the leakage channel. Because of the complexity afforded by the branching pattern of the dendritic tree, the passive electrical properties of neurons were initially difficult to envision without a proper mathematical model. In the mid sixties of last century Wilfred Rall (see Rall Model) was the first to define the electrotonic cable properties of branching dendritic trees and to show the importance of such branching patterns on synaptic summation at different sites in the dendritic arbor. Neurons conduct waves of membrane potential passively (electrotonically) a short distance along their processes as the result of currents that flow intracellularly along the longitudinal resistance and simultaneously across the plasmalemmal membrane as resistive or capacitative current. When active properties are engaged these changes can travel the entire length of these processes. Active electrical properties By active electrical properties it is meant that the electrical potentials across the plasma membrane may be affected by the activation of voltage, ligand, or second messenger gated transmembrane ionic channels. The generation of action potentials is an example of electrical properties brought about by active, voltage-dependent means. Here the electric field across the membrane will act on the voltage sensors of transmembrane ionic channels (channel sites with dipole moment properties that will trigger conformational changes, often allosteric, that will change channel ionic conductance). In the specific case of action potentials voltage-gated channels, the inflow of sodium or calcium ions depolarizes the plasma membrane. In turn, opening voltage-gated potassium channels and the resulting current flow repolarizes the plasma membrane. Although the conductance of most voltage-gated channels are increased by membrane depolarization, the conductance of some channels is increased when the membrane is hyperpolarized. Other examples of active electrical properties are those brought about by ligand-gated ionic conductances, where the binding of a neurotransmitter will gate ionic conductances allowing the generation of excitatory or inhibitory synaptic potentials. Yet another form of electrical activity is represented by intrinsic subthreshold oscillations, where the excitability of the cell is gated in such a fashion that the membrane potential is not uniform but rather in a state of continuous fluctuation, generating an oscillatory sinusoidal-like membrane profile—often with phase reset properties indicating chaotic, dynamic kinetics. Figure 4: Evolution of the neuron. (Parker 1919). B. Drawing of Purkinje cell (Purkinje 1837).C. Drawings of dissected motor neurons (Deiters 1865). Neuronal integration In an active neuron the superposition of passive and active electrical properties serves to allow the cell the possibility of summing the transmembrane potential either linearly or non-linearly and to reach depolarization levels sufficiently high to trigger action potentials. These can be conducted either along the length of the axon or dendritic tree, in an all-or-none continuous manner, in a saltatory fashion, or in a decremental mode. Axonal spike Neurons have but one axon, that is, a single process leaving the soma or a dendrite. However, axons branch either in the form of collaterals along the axonal length or at a terminal arborization known as the telodendrion (distal dendrite). These terminals are usually the site of presynaptic boutons that establish synaptic contacts with other neurons, muscles, or glands. Because they originate from a single initial segment axons send very similar spike sequences to all their branches. However, spike failure at branch points or changes in conduction velocity, secondary to changes in axonal diameter after branching, can reset conduction patterns and conduction times. A good example is the isochrony of spike conduction time found in the axons from the inferior olive that terminate in the cerebellum as what is called climbing fibers. Dendritic spikes In addition to action potentials in axons, dendrites may also generate regenerative events. For the most part these potentials decrement with distance but may reach the most distal dendritic branches (See Figure 7). Such action potentials can be centripetal (towards the soma) or centrifugal (back propagating away from the soma) depending on the dendritic morphology and the distribution and density of voltage gated ionic channels over the dendritic tree. For more information, see Dendrites, Dendritic spikes, and Dendritic processing. Figure 5: Variety of neurons in which various markers were used to distinguish individual neurons and parts of neurons. A. Hippocampal neuron transfected (micro-injected) with GABA(A) receptor (red) and co-stained for neurofilaments (green) (reproduced with permission). B. Triple stained neuron made by Wim Annaert. C. Three rabbit retinal ganglion cells injected with Alexa Fluor 568 hydrazide (top cell, red), Alexa Fluor 488 hydrazide (middle cell, green), or both the Alexa Fluor 488 and the Alexa Fluor 568 hydrazides (bottom cell, yellow at colocalization). (Image contributed by Michiel van Wyk, University of Queensland, Australia). D. Neuron transfected with doublecortin (DCX) DsRed and mannose phosphate receptor (MPR) GFP (reproduced with permission). Intrinsic electrical properties and subthreshold oscillations Beyond action potentials and synaptic transmission there is the question of the electrical activity generated autonomously by neurons. In most cases the autonomous intrinsic activity results in a modulation of the resting potential and so the overall state of the neuron in the sense not only of synaptic modulation or the modulation produced by peptidergic, hormonal and metabolic activity, but also of other parameters such as pH and free radical (NO and CO) activity modulation. Beyond modulation, the parameter that is most relevant in defining intrinsic activity, other than resting potential, is the types and distributions of plasma membrane channels and second messenger activated modulation of channels. Subthreshold oscillatory activity was originally discovered in the inferior olive and then found in many other central nervous system neurons (Llinas 1988). In addition to the olive such neurons have been found in: entorhinal cortex layer 2 and 3, thalamus, cortical inhibitory interneurons, neostriatum, olfactory bulb, primary sensory ganglion, hippocampus pyramids in CA1 and CA3, dorsal column, globus pallidus, mesencephalic V, supraoptic nucleus, substantia nigra, locus coeruleus, subthalamus, pedunculo-pontine nucleus, layer V and VI pyramids, amygdala, and cingulus, among others. These oscillations are supported by persistent sodium currents and calcium current (Cav3 and Cav1 subunits), in conjunction with voltage and calcium gated potassium currents. The frequency of these oscillations can vary from high gamma band (80 Hz), Mu (25 Hz), beta (15 Hz), alpha (10 Hz), theta (6 Hz,) delta (3 Hz) and slow sleep oscillation bellow 1Hz. These oscillations are viewed as supporting time-locked neuronal coherence and resonance. As such they are thought to be of significance in determining large functional brain states such as sleep, wakefulness, and dreaming and abnormal states such as epilepsy and thalamocortical dysrhythmia. Non-uniformity in channels density Finally, the electrical signature of neurons is defined by the passive integrative properties of the dendrites and soma and the non-linear electrical properties superimposed by the presence of voltage, ligand, second messenger, and metabotropic conductances supported by specialized ionic plasma membrane bound channels. These modulate excitability by their number, functional phenotype, and distribution over the dendritic, somatic and axonal neuronal segments. While certain characteristic properties can be assigned to given cellular phenotypes, the fact is that every neuron is unique both in its individually detailed shape and its connectivity. Perhaps it is the diversity of such parameters that allow the CNS to be as reliable as it actually is. It was von Neumann who first realized the genesis of reliability from unreliable elements as one of the central character of “neuron-ness”. Figure 6: Neurons marked and photographed in place. A. Pyramidal neurons of mouse cortex. (Picture: Tobias Bonhoeffer, MPI of Neurobiology). B. Three Golden Columns -(reproduced with permission). C. A pyramidal shaped neuron in the cortex and a second neuron in the underlying thalamus (?) (reproduced with permission). D. Neurons in Drosophila, (Andreas Prokop). E-G. Retinal cells (Wallace B. Thoreson). H. Retroviral vector expressing GFP in adult mouse hippocampus. GFP expression in the dentate gyrus 4 weeks after virus injection express mature neuronal markers. Neuronal marker is NerN (red, Cy3). (Nature Vol 415, 28 Feb 2002, pg 1030-1034). I. Neurons within song control nucleus RA. (Timothy J. DeVoogd). J. Cortical neuron showing axon projection. (R. David Andrew). Neurons evolved from primitive cells that are capable of sensitivity (irritability) and contractility (exercising force by changing shape) as drawn by Parker in 1919 ( Figure 4Aa) (also see Meech & Mackie 2007). The initial differentiation of these cells into true neurons or muscle cells precedes the further differentiation of nerve cells into sensory neurons (in communication relation to the external world) or motor neurons (in direct communication with muscles or glands) ( Figure 4Ab). The final stage occurs with the development of interneurons (establishing contacts between sensory and motor neurons) ( Figure 4Ac). The latter represent the vast majority of neurons in the brain and ganglia. The first central nervous system neurons were described by J.E. Purkinje in the cerebellum and named by him gangliosen zellen (1837) ( Figure 4B). These cells were found to have a cell body (soma), and fine processes by simple macroscopic inspection of freshly hand-dissected motoneurons (Deiters, 1865) ( Figure 4C). However, the true variety and organization of these cells was not realized until the development of the silver impregnation technique by Camillo Golgi (1873). Golgi recognized that neurons were cells characterized by a cell body and a set of thin filamentous extensions. Golgi believed these extensions fused, making the central nervous system a continuous connectivity network. Concerning their general form, Golgi divided neurons into two main categories. Type I were large projection neurons, each with a long axon that projected to places distant from its site of origin on the cell body (see Figure 3A,B, and Figure 6A, B, J). Type II neurons projected locally at short distances from their cell body (see Figure 6I, C and Figure 3C). In contrast, Ramon y Cajal (1888) demonstrated that neurons were individual separate elements that communicated specifically with each other and viewed the nervous system as being organized with nerve conduction going from the dendrites to the soma and axon to the next cell in the network ( Figure 1A and others). This allowed him to establish the network direction of conduction and the possibility of understanding CNS function as an orderly unidirectional information processing system. It is now know that the unidirectionality of network conduction is due to the unidirectional nature of synaptic transmission (see Synapse). Wilhem His made an important contribution to the neuron theory in 1886 with his discovery that each nerve fiber stems from a single nerve cell. Figure 7: Composite picture illustrating an example of intracellularly recorded neuronal action potentials. The recording sites are indicated for different locations at the somata and dendrites of a mammalian Purkinje cell. These type neurons generate both sodium and calcium dependent spikes. The sodium (fast) spikes remain near the soma and the calcium (slow) spikes are mostly dendritic. Note that the calcium spikes are largest at the dendrites and smaller at somatic level, while the opposite is the case for sodium spikes. This is not the case for other neurons in the brain. Note time and voltage calibration (modified from Llinás and Sugimori 1980). Baker P.F, Hodgkin A.L. and Shaw T.I. Replacement of the axoplasm of giant nerve fibers with artificial solutions. J. Physiol. 164: 330-354, 1962. Cajal, R (1888) La estructura de los centros nerviosos de las aves. Rev. Trimest. Histol.1:305-315. (Structure of neural centers in birds.) Deiters, OFK (1865) Untersuchungen über und Rückenmark des Menshen und der Säugetiere, Braunschweig, Berlin. (Investigations of the Brain and Spinal Cord of Humans and Mammals.) Gascoigne, L and McVean, A (1991) Water Movement Sensitive Cells in Leech CNS. Philosophical Transactions: Biological Sciences, Vol. 332, No. 1264. pp. 261-270, Fig. 2(b)(i). Golgi, C (1873) Untersuchungen über den feineren Bau des Centralen und peripherischen Nervensystems. Gazzetta Medica Italian, Lombardia, 6:244-246. (Investigations on the fine structure of the central and peripheral nervous systems.) His, W (1886) Zur Geschichte der menschlichen Rückenmarkes und der Nervenwurzeln (1886). Abhandlungen der Königlichen sächsischen Gesellschaft der Wissenschaften (1886), 1887. Mathematisch-physische Classe, Leipzig 13: 477-514. Llinas, R. (1988) The intrinsic electrophysiological properties of mammalian neurons: A new insight into CNS function. Science 242, 1654-1664. Llinás, R. and Sugimori, M (1980) Electrophysiological properties of in vitro Purkinje cell dendrites in mammalian cerebellar slices. J. Physiol. (London) 305: 197-213. Meech, R and Mackie, G (2007) Evolution of excitability in lower metazoans in Invertebrate Neurobiology edited by North, G and Greenspan, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press. Chapter 26. Parker, G. H. (1919) The Elementary Nervous System. Lippincott, Philadelphia. Purkinje, JE (1837) Bericht über die Versammlung deutscher Naturforscher und Aerzte in Prague Anat. Physiol. Ver. 3:177-180. (Report on the conference of German scientists and doctors in Prague.) Joseph E. LeDoux (2008) Amygdala. Scholarpedia, 3(4):2698. Peter Redgrave (2007) Basal ganglia. Scholarpedia, 2(6):1825. Valentino Braitenberg (2007) Brain. Scholarpedia, 2(11):2918. Olaf Sporns (2007) Complexity. Scholarpedia, 2(10):1623. Roger D. Traub (2006) Fast oscillations. Scholarpedia, 1(12):1764. Giovanni Gallavotti (2008) Fluctuations. Scholarpedia, 3(6):5893. Almut Schüz (2008) Neuroanatomy. Scholarpedia, 3(3):3158. Jeff Moehlis, Kresimir Josic, Eric T. Shea-Brown (2006) Periodic orbit. Scholarpedia, 1(7):1358. John Dowling (2007) Retina. Scholarpedia, 2(12):3487. Ichiji Tasaki (2007) Saltatory conduction. Scholarpedia, 2(6):3354. Robert E. Burke (2008) Spinal cord. Scholarpedia, 3(4):1925. S. Murray Sherman (2006) Thalamus. Scholarpedia, 1(9):1583. Bullock T. H. , Bennett M. V. L., Johnston D., Josephson R., Marder R, Fields R. D. (2005) The Neuron Doctrine, Redux. Science. 310(5749): 791 - 793. Neurons in the retina History of Bioelectricity Discovery of the neuron International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) Brain, Dendrites, Dendritic processing, Models of neurons, Neuroanatomy, Synapse, Synaptic plasticity Sponsored by: Eugene M. Izhikevich, Editor-in-Chief of Scholarpedia, the peer-reviewed open-access encyclopedia Reviewed by: Anonymous Reviewed by: Dr. Nelson Spruston, HHMI Janelia Research Campus, Ashburn, VA, USA Retrieved from "http://www.scholarpedia.org/w/index.php?title=Neuron&oldid=91571" This page has been accessed 270,826 times. "Neuron" by Rodolfo Llinas is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. Permissions beyond the scope of this license are described in the Terms of Use	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0026.json.gz/line403

Subsets and Splits

No community queries yet

The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.