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ICE HOCKEY ACTION WITH THE PHANTOMS IS BACK!
by ESP Magazine September 25, 2019, 2:14 pm 1.3k Views
The greatest show in Peterborough has returned as the Peterborough Phantoms Ice Hockey Club kick off their NIHL National League campaign.
After a silverware laden season last term, the Phantoms are going in search of more trophies in what promises to be the most exciting league campaign in recent memory.
Slava Koulikov’s team won three trophies last year in an action-packed and fun filled season at Planet Ice, Peterborough. They began by winning the Autumn Cup against the Sheffield Steeldogs, before beating the Basingstoke Bison in the South Cup to win their second trophy of the year. Trophy number three was won at the expense of the Bracknell Bees, as the Phantoms cruised to victory in the NIHL South Playoffs.
Phantoms currently compete in the second division of British Ice Hockey. And this year, the league format has changed to bring more of the best teams from around the country together into one league, guaranteeing exciting matches and action-packed weekends on a regular basis!
Whether you go along and watch with your mates or take the family, the Phantoms has something for everyone, making it one of the best nights out in town for people of all ages!
Tickets are available on the website or from the Planet Ice Box Office upon arrival at each match. The full fixtures list can be found online at: https://www.gophantoms.co.uk/fixtures/.
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Esports Organize
ATP tennis ace Taylor Fritz delves deep into esports
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Avid gamer and young ATP tennis star Taylor Fritz has made an intriguing financial commitment to the world of eSports. The American has become the first pro tennis ace to invest some of his hard-earned career money in the burgeoning eSports industry. After concluding his most successful ATP season yet in 2019, Fritz opted to join forces with eSports organization ReKTGlobal, a corporation that owns many professional eSports teams across a host of different games.
The amount that Fritz has invested into the parent company of well-known eSports teams London Royal Ravens and Rogue has not been formally disclosed. Nevertheless, in an official press release, Fritz confirmed his excitement at “joining the ReKTGlobal team”. Fritz admitted he has a genuine “passion for competitive gaming” and that the new tie-up would enable him to embark on “live streaming with the Rogue squad and DrLupo”.
Amish Shah, the founder of the ReKTGlobal firm, labeled Fritz a “rising star” in “tennis and eSports”. In Fritz’ most recent ATP tournament in March, the 22-year-old reached the final of the Mexican Open but was comfortably beaten in straight sets by Rafael Nadal. Fritz has surged up the world rankings in recent years to 24th, but he still has some way to go to challenge the ‘holy trinity’ of Nadal, Djokovic, and Federer.
This trio continues to dominate the betting markets on all major tennis tournaments covered by the likes of FOX Bet, who now offer legalized tennis wagers for fans in Pennsylvania, Colorado and New Jersey. The ATP tour season is a long and gruelling one for all of tennis’ fledgling stars, which is why Fritz is well known for packing up his Sony PlayStation 4 and taking it out on the road with him throughout the year.
Shah revealed that Fritz typically “plays Fortnite and Call of Duty” and he “knows his stuff” in terms of the eSports industry. There’s no doubt that Fritz has made a good decision when it comes to partnering with a growing eSports organization. ReKTGlobal has attracted many famous investors, including notable celebrities and athletes like prominent house DJs Nicky Romero and Steve Aoki, as well as NFL star Landon Collins.
ReKTGlobal’s homepage says that they choose investors and clients that “speak” to their “passionate audience” and Fritz is certainly a fine example of a young professional that’s spent years honing his craft to appear on the biggest stage.
In the months since Fritz’ new partnership with ReKTGlobal, the eSports industry has sought to tie itself more closely to the world of tennis. In April, the likes of Andy Murray and Lucas Pouille swapped their tennis racquets for gaming controllers to enter the virtual Madrid Open, raising money for charity. In addition, the event also included a prize purse of $150,000 which the winner could donate to the tennis community, in particular the lower-ranked tennis players experiencing financial hardship with few tournaments to enter at present.
Bringing tennis and eSports even closer together
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Murray’s ‘competitive’ return to tennis saw him reach the final of the event, coming up against Belgian technician David Goffin. The Scotsman eventually prevailed 7-6 against Goffin, meanwhile, Kiki Bertens was the clear winner in the women’s event.
One of the main takeaways from the event was that no amount of career money can seemingly ensure a fast, reliable broadband connection. Several players were plagued with unpredictable connectivity, resulting in several walkover results. In the days after the Virtual Madrid Open, the eSports community sought to bring more tennis icons to their gaming consoles with a Mario Tennis event staged on the Nintendo Switch, with Venus and Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova the headline entrants.
Fritz is not alone on the ATP Tour when it comes to budding gamers. The American said in a recent interview that compatriot Jack Sock and Australian Nick Kyrgios are both some of “the better gamers on Tour”.
Fritz has also recently partaken in a couple of charity Fortnite events, with the prize money designed to raise funds for non-profit organization No Kid Hungry, a scheme designed to tackle child hunger across the US. Fritz could be the crucial link between the real-life tennis world and the virtual world in the years ahead.
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New ETF Rule to Even the Playing Field for Small Players
Max Chen May 30, 2019
Behind any successful ETF launch that comes to market, fund sponsors and money managers sill have to jump through a lot of regulatory hoops before gaining approval to have their products come to market.
Among the more important aspects in the regulatory landscape today, the SEC is enacting new rules in the way ETFs can hit the markets.
“The (new) ETF rule is going to be important for small- and mid-sized advisors who want to move into the ETF space because it is very likely to just, you know, bring down one hurdle and lower the cost to market entry. It is also going to be import, actually, for large advisors who have not yet gotten into the space,” Stacy Fuller, Partner at K&L Gates, said at Inside ETFs 2019.
The U.S. securities regulator last year unveiled a proposal to allow issuers to launch vanilla ETFs without first seeking approval from the regulator. The move would help boost competition and innovation by lowering the barriers to entry.
According to the SEC, rule 6c-11 would “exempt exchange-traded funds (‘ETFs’) from certain provisions of [the Investment Company Act of 1940]and our rules.” In addition, it “would permit certain ETFs to begin operating without the expense and delay of obtaining an exemptive order from the Commission.” Thus, with the new regulation, ETFs would be allowed to enter the market much more quickly and easily.
Previously, issuers hoping to propose a new ETF must first acquire SEC permission, a process known as exemptive relief, before selling funds. Such a process has inadvertently given some firms a competitive advantage, which in turn has prompted lobbyist activity for years.
Watch the full interview between ETF Trends CEO Tom Lydon and Stacy Fuller:
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'HSMTMTS' Cast Get Into a Festive Mood in This Joyful Holiday Special First Look (Exclusive)
By Philiana Ng 9:54 AM PST, November 18, 2020
This story was originally published Monday, Nov. 16 at 9 a.m. PST.
It's never too early to start getting into the holiday spirit.
As we wait for the return of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, the adorable and uber-talented cast of the Disney+ show is dropping an early holiday treat in the form of a 45-minute holiday special, cheekily called High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special.
Olivia Rodrigo, Joshua Bassett, Matt Cornett, Sofia Wylie, Larry Saperstein, Julia Lester, Dara Reneé, Frankie Rodriguez, Joe Serafini, Mark St. Cyr and Kate Reinders will all perform iconic holiday classics celebrating Christmas to Hanukkah to New Year's. The special will also have them share their own favorite holiday memories, as well as feature several season 2 surprises.
A first listen at Bassett's new HSMTMTS song, the holiday-themed "The Perfect Gift," and an opening season 2 musical number are just icing on the East High cake.
Only ET premieres the exclusive poster for the joyful musical adventure, which drops Friday, Dec. 11 on Disney+, as well as more photos from the holiday special. Check them out below.
A soundtrack featuring tunes performed by the cast in the special will be available Friday, Nov. 20, wherever you stream or purchase music.
The track listing for the special and soundtrack below.
"This Christmas (Hang All The Mistletoe)" – performed by Sofia Wylie
"The Perfect Gift" – written and performed by Joshua Bassett
"Feliz Navidad" – performed by Frankie Rodriguez and Joe Serafini
"The Hanukkah Medley" – performed by Julia Lester
"Last Christmas" – performed by Matt Cornett
"White Christmas" – performed by Larry Saperstein
"Little Saint Nick" – performed by Joshua Bassett and Matt Cornett
"Believe" – performed by Dara Reneé
"What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve" – performed by Kate Reinders and Mark St. Cyr
"River" – performed by Olivia Rodrigo
"Something In The Air" – performed by the season two cast of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series"
"That’s Christmas To Me" – performed by Frankie Rodriguez, Kate Reinders, Julia Lester and Joe Serafini
"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" – performed by Dara Reneé
Originally set to debut in late 2020 before COVID-19 delayed HSMTMTS' planned winter premiere, the 12-episode sophomore season will feature the East High drama department's production of a beloved Disney classic, Beauty and the Beast. Iconic musical numbers from the High School Musical movie franchise, as well as the stage production of Beauty and the Beast and original songs, will be featured throughout the season. In addition to Bassett, Rodrigo also penned an original song for season 2.
Filming is currently underway in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Watch the official trailer for the holiday special below.
The High School Musical: The Musical: The Holiday Special drops Friday, Dec. 11 on Disney+. For more on the series, watch ET's exclusive interview featuring special correspondent and original High School Musical cast member Corbin Bleu.
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How to Enable Tappable Cortana on the Lock Screen in Windows 10
Cortana generally responds to your call whenever you say “Hey Cortana”. This is the default call, which activates the Windows 10’s voice assistant. However, you can also wake up Cortana by tapping an icon instead of saying “Hey Cortana”. In this article, we will explain to you the method through which you can enable tappable Cortana on the lock screen in Windows 10.
Enabling Tappable Cortana on the Lock Screen in Windows 10
In order to enable tappable Cortana on the lock screen in Windows 10, you will need to perform the following steps:
Click on the search bar located on your taskbar in order to launch a menu as shown in the following image:
Click on the Settings icon located on this menu as highlighted in the image shown above.
As soon as you will click on it, the Talk to Cortana Settings Window will appear on your screen as shown in the image below:
Turn on the toggle button corresponding to the field saying, Let Cortana respond to “Hey Cortana” as highlighted in the image shown above.
Now scroll down to the Lock Screen tab and then click on the link saying, “Lock screen settings” as highlighted in the following image:
In the Lock Screen Settings window, click on the dropdown list corresponding to the Background field in order to expand it as highlighted in the image shown below:
Finally, select any type of background such as Windows Spotlight, Picture or Slideshow from the Background dropdown list in order to enable tappable Cortana on the lock screen in Windows 10.
By following the method discussed in this article, you can easily enable tappable Cortana on the lock screen in Windows 10 and hence prevent yourself from saying, “Hey Cortana” in order to activate it.
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Interim report shows UK farming’s progress towards antibiotic use targets
29 July 2018 | by FarmingUK Team | Agri Safety and Rural Crime, Animal Health, Husbandry, News
The targets were developed last year by the Targets Task Force
The UK farming industry is progressing towards achieving 2020 targets for antibiotic use in each of eight different livestock sectors.
The Responsible Use of Medicines in Agriculture Alliance (RUMA) has released a half-year summary of the UK industry’s progress towards achieving the targets.
The targets, developed last year by the Targets Task Force and published in October 2017, include a number of numerical and qualitative goals towards reducing, refining or replacing antibiotic use in UK farm animals.
The Targets Task Force comprises a leading veterinary surgeon and farmer from each of the beef, dairy, egg, fish, gamebird, pig, poultry meat and sheep sectors, who have been consulting with key organisations in their respective industries.
While the targets each sector has set vary according to the availability of data and scope in their sector, the targets as a whole have been described as ‘positive and proactive’.
RUMA’s secretary general, Chris Lloyd says a comprehensive review of progress is due in November.
“In the meantime this four-page summary provides a flavour of some of the activities being implemented to build on the successful reduction of 27% in overall farm antibiotic sales 2014-2016,” Mr Lloyd said.
He added that it’s important to note each sector is very different – in terms of when they were first able to engage with the issue, disease pressure, number of producers and structure.
“This is why some have already made significant changes and are ‘refining’ how and when antibiotics are used, while others are working on bigger issues of data, communication and usage ‘hotspots’,” Mr Lloyd said.
“But whatever the stage, all remain fully engaged on driving improvement and best practice to ensure the targets can be achieved by 2020.”
It follows news that sales of antibiotics to treat and prevent disease in UK farm livestock have achieved a record low following a 27% reduction over the past two years.
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It is a PhD by Published Work and comprises 11 research papers on the phenomenon of transnational (cross-border) higher education which were published between 2008 and 2018, plus an introductory chapter demonstrating that the 11 papers constitute a single body of work which makes it an original contribution.
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From Clint Eastwood comes The 15:17 to Paris, which tells the real-life story of three men whose brave act turned them into heroes during...
From Clint Eastwood comes The 15:17 to Paris, which tells the real-life story of three men whose brave act turned them into heroes during a high-speed railway ride.
In the early evening of August 21, 2015, the world watched in stunned silence as the media reported a thwarted terrorist attack on Thalys train #9364 bound for Paris—an attempt prevented by three courageous young Americans travelling through Europe. The film follows the course of the friends’ lives, from the struggles of childhood through finding their footing in life, to the series of unlikely events leading up to the attack. Throughout the harrowing ordeal, their friendship never wavers, making it their greatest weapon and allowing them to save the lives of the more than 500 passengers on board.
The heroic trio is comprised of Anthony Sadler, Oregon National Guardsman Alek Skarlatos, and U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Spencer Stone, who play themselves in the film. Starring alongside them are Jenna Fischer (“Hall Pass,” TV’s “The Office”); Judy Greer (“War for the Planet of the Apes”); Ray Corasani (TV’s upcoming “The Long Road Home”); PJ Byrne (“The Wolf of Wall Street”); Tony Hale (TV’s “Veep”); and Thomas Lennon (“Transformers: Age of Extinction”). Paul-Mikél Williams plays the younger Anthony, Bryce Gheisar plays the younger Alek, and William Jennings plays the younger Spencer.
Eastwood (“Sully,” “American Sniper”) directs from a screenplay by Dorothy Blyskal, based on the book by Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos, Spencer Stone and Jeffrey E. Stern. Eastwood also produces the film, along with Tim Moore, Kristina Rivera and Jessica Meier. The film’s executive producer is Bruce Berman.
Behind the scenes, the creative team includes frequent collaborators Tom Stern, who served as cinematographer on 13 of Eastwood’s previous films, and Deborah Hopper, who has served as Eastwood’s costume designer on 17 prior films; editor Blu Murray, who most recently cut “Sully,” and that film’s composer, Christian Jacob. Veteran art director Kevin Ishioka, whose work can be seen in “Sully” and in “Dunkirk,” serves as production designer.
Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Malpaso production, The 15:17 to Paris. The film will be released in cinemas beginning February 9, 2018. It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.
The 15:17 to Paris will be released nationwide on February 9, 2018 by Warner Bros. Pictures.
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Toyota's market share has gone down according to data shared by FADA and the talks of not investing further is going to hurt in a big fashion to the Make-in-India movement.
By:Lijo MathaiUpdated: Sep 15, 2020 7:21 PM
In what will be a shocking blow to the Make-in-India movement, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has decided to not invest further. TKM which started operations in the country from 1997, has blamed the higher taxes on cars as the reason. Shekhar Viswanathan, vice chairman of TKM was quoted as saying by Bloomberg that the taxes are so high that companies find it hard to build scale. Due to the higher prices of cars, owning a car is out of reach for many a customer. This leads to factories being in an idle condition as well as lack of jobs thereon. Shekhar was quoted as saying that “The message we are getting after we have come here and invested money, is that we don’t want you.” He added that if there are no reforms, then Toyota might not exit the Indian market but will not scale up either.
Toyota’s market share in India has gone down according to data shared by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA). FADA reports that while the share was five per cent in 2019, it is now down to 2.6. During the transition from BS4 to BS6, TKM had to let go of many car lines like the Etios, Etios Liva, Etios Cross, and the Corolla Altis. The Etios models were the preferred choice in the fleet market and having no replacement there yet is definitely going to hurt. Similarly, the Toyota Corolla Altis was a highly preferred sedan by the hotel industry. Moreover, Toyota India doesn’t have a smaller capacity diesel engine too.
It’s mainstay right now are the Innova Crysta as well as the Fortuner. Both these vehicles operate in the above Rs 15 lakh segment. Considering that motor vehicles in India are luxury items according to the government, they attract higher taxes. For example, the aforementioned two models have a 28 per cent tax duty on them. Depending on the size and variant, the taxes vary between 1-22 per cent. Electric vehicles in the meanwhile attract a lower five per cent taxes but Viswanathan feels that this will go up significantly once the demand increases.
At present, only 20 per cent of TKM’s factory capacity is being utilised. The pandemic has made conditions worse for every automaker in the country. The government is offering up to $23 billion including breaks on production and more. Moreover, foreign investment is being encouraged as well.
In all, Toyota’s statement might have a bearing on its all-new cars (not from Maruti Suzuki) in the country. This means we might have to wait longer for the C-HR, Highlander, and other related cars in the country. It definitely seems a long wait. Sigh!
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has issued a statement. It reads…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor would like to state that we continue to be committed to the Indian market and our operations in the country is an integral part of our global strategy. We need to protect the jobs we have created and we will do everything possible to achieve this. Over our two decades of operations in India, we have worked tirelessly to build a strong competitive local supplier eco-system and develop strong capable human resources. Our first step is to ensure full capacity utilization of what we have created and this will take time. In wake of the slowdown that has been exaggerated by the COVID-19 impact, the auto industry has been requesting the Government for support to sustain industry through a viable tax structure. We remain confident that the Government will do everything possible to support the industry and employment. We recognize the strong proactive efforts being made by the Government to support various sectors of the economy and appreciate the fact that it is open to examining this issue despite the current challenging revenue situation. Our recent partnership with Suzuki in India on sharing technology and best practices are also in support of the “Make in India” initiative and Indian Government’s policy, and aim to enhance the competitiveness of both companies.
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Built on the rubble of the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, the Art Institute of Chicago embodies history. Today, the museum represents five thousand years of human artistic expression from around the world and continues to integrate Chicago’s rich cultural history with avant-garde art.
To allow more comprehensive display views for the museum’s growing number of visitors and increase educational space for students, the Art Institute of Chicago commissioned world-renowned architect Renzo Piano, founder of Renzo Piano Building Workshop, to design a “Modern Wing”— the museum’s newest addition since 1988. In early 2001, the Renzo Piano Building Workshop teamed with the local architects of record, Interactive Design, Incorporated, Chicago, Illinois, to create the striking new addition.
Following the Modernist adage that form follows function, the new wing was designed with understated architecture, allowing elegant lines and spacious galleries to maintain art as the focal point. Just as important to the museum was the value of integrating the Modern Wing with the original buildings, as well as the vital city center, stunning Chicago skyline and neighboring Millennium Park.
The Art Institute of Chicago quotes Renzo Piano as saying: “My desire was to root the Art Institute’s building deeply in this ground, but at the same time to give the Modern Wing air and lightness—to let it levitate. A continuation of an urban fabric, a flight into new experiences.”
Located on the northeast corner of the museum campus, the complex, three-story addition appears simple. Double-layered curtainwall forms the exterior of the northern and southern façades, allowing natural light into the galleries and dramatic panoramas of the Chicago skyline and Millennium Park. Suspended above the building’s glass, steel and Indiana limestone exterior is the “flying carpet,” or rooftop canopy. This unique design element, which filters light into the third floor galleries through computer-modeled blades, is a trademark of the Modern Wing.
Inside, plaster and glass provide intimate gallery settings and clear views in and out to continually inspire artistic expression. A new education center includes activity rooms for children and families, orientation rooms, support offices and a teacher resource center. It is the space in which museum occupants can begin to prepare for what Renzo Piano calls the “sacred” part of the building – the experience of the galleries.
One challenge the architects faced was how to maintain clear lines of sight from historic Michigan Avenue through the space to the fresh landscape of the Millennium Park Courtyard. The interior walls for the education and boardrooms needed to be transparent from floor to ceiling, yet also meet fire and life safety codes. To meet their design goals, the architects desired a versatile, high-quality glass and glazing system that would exemplify the world-class nature of the new wing.
The local architects of record, Interactive Design, Incorporated, Chicago, Illinois, found the solution by combining Pilkington Pyrostop® transparent wall panels with Fireframes® Aluminum Series fire-rated frames, both supplied by Technical Glass Products (TGP), Snoqualmie, Washington.
Pilkington Pyrostop® is fire-tested as a wall assembly and makes an excellent alternative to a solid wall, allowing unrestricted amounts of transparent glass. With fire-ratings of up to two hours, it also blocks the transfer of radiant heat, providing critical protection for the museum’s visitors and irreplaceable valuables from the intense heat of a structural fire. Pilkington Pyrostop also meets the impact requirements of CPSC 16CFR1201 Category I and/or Category II – a critical performance criterion given the use of floor-to-ceiling glass in busy halls and activity rooms.
For the Modern Wing to maintain its sleek form, the fire-rated glazing system also needed to perform multiple aesthetic functions: be clear, wireless, fit in a narrow frame, and match as closely to the exterior curtain wall as possible.
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FT Contributor | January 2, 2020
Biomedical engineers are responsible for many medical breakthroughs and advancements in the healthcare field. Prosthetics that move intricately, robots that perform laparoscopic surgery, and smartwatches that read your heart rate and movement are just some of the amazing inventions we attribute to the hard work and dedication of biomedical engineers.
This career isn’t just about inventing products that doctors and therapists can use to heal patients or designing products that make it easier for consumers to stay healthy. The biomedical engineering field is vast and involves the delicate fusion of medicine with engineering principles, which requires extensive education and training. Find out more about how to become a biomedical engineer and what the job entails so you can decide if it’s the right career path for you.
1 What Does a Biomedical Engineer Do?
2 Average Biomedical Engineer Salary
3 Biomedical Engineer Education, Licenses, Certifications, and Training
4 Biomedical Engineer Job Outlook
5 Should I Become a Biomedical Engineer?
What Does a Biomedical Engineer Do?
Biomedical engineers design and produce computer systems, software, equipment, and devices that are used in the healthcare field. They must use their knowledge of the medical industry and training in engineering principles to create innovations that solve problems in the medical industry. The equipment that biomedical engineers create focuses on making medical processes and procedures more efficient and accurate so patients have better experiences with medical providers.
The specific tasks biomedical engineers are assigned to complete can vary, depending on the field they work in. However, in most cases, these engineers may need to:
Design artificial organs or prosthetics.
Create or improve machines that assist with health diagnostics.
Perform maintenance repairs and provide technical assistance on biomedical equipment and devices.
Analyze the performance and safety of medical equipment.
Train doctors, surgeons, physicians, or clinicians on how to use specific equipment or devices.
Collaborate with scientists and medical teams to conduct experiments.
Write reports and publish papers on research findings.
Present research findings to the public, and to professionals in the science and medical industries.
Many biomedical engineers work in research and development or quality assurance. They’re tasked with developing new procedures or processes in the medical field that are more efficient than the ones currently in place.
Workers in these roles must also have strong computer skills, since many medical processes involve software and other computer-based systems. Biomedical engineers may need to figure out ways to make this software more comprehensive or create new systems to use in specific medical situations, such as surgeries or when checking vital signs.
Average Biomedical Engineer Salary
While a biomedical engineer isn’t the highest-paying engineering job, it’s in the top 10 engineering jobs with the best salaries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for a biomedical engineer was $88,550 in May 2018. Since the industry compensates workers generously, you may find it easier to pay off student loan debt when you pursue a career in biomedical engineering.
The compensation you earn when you enter the field depends on your training, education, and years of experience. The highest-paid biomedical engineering positions are generally in the field of measuring and navigational tool manufacturing. Biomedical engineers in the research and development field also tend to earn higher salaries than others.
Biomedical Engineer Education, Licenses, Certifications, and Training
Biomedical engineers are usually required to have bachelor’s degrees in biomedical engineering, bioengineering, or a related engineering field. Whether you apply for student loans, use financial aid, or get a scholarship, it’s pertinent that you complete your four-year degree if you want to become a biomedical engineer.
When you major in biomedical engineering, your college courses will focus on biomaterials, circuit design, fluid and solid mechanics, and computer programming. You’ll also attend extensive math courses and learn about physiology and other biomedical sciences while in school.
If you have a specific medical field you know you want to work in, you may need to attend medical or dental school to learn more about this field. While your bachelor’s degree will get your foot in the door, if you want to lead a research team, you may need to earn a graduate degree in biomedical engineering. The more experience you gain in the field, the more likely it is that you’ll be able to move into a more independent role, such as a researcher position.
Biomedical Engineer Job Outlook
The job market for biomedical engineers is expected to grow at 4%, which is about average when compared to other occupations. Smartphone advancements and three-dimensional printing technologies may contribute to the growth of this industry. With these technological advancements, biomedical engineers have a wider array of tools and resources to help them create innovative medical equipment and devices.
Should I Become a Biomedical Engineer?
A job as a biomedical engineer isn’t for everyone and there are specific qualities and interests you must possess for this to be a fulfilling and successful career. In addition to the educational requirements and extensive experience you must have to be promoted within the industry, you must also possess certain skills to be a biomedical engineer, including:
Creativity: Biomedical engineers may work on creating functional equipment from scratch using only their creativity and knowledge of engineering and medicine.
Problem-solving skills: When equipment is outdated or doesn’t work properly, biomedical engineers must figure out how to solve these problems as efficiently as possible.
Mathematical skills: To design and revamp medical equipment, biomedical engineers must take measurements, use math-driven research, and perform extensive analysis.
Analytical skills: Before they can design solutions in the medical industry, biomedical engineers must be able to pinpoint the inefficiencies for patients and healthcare workers.
Communication skills: Biomedical engineers rarely work alone and need to effectively communicate with medical providers, patients, and teammates.
Biomedical engineers make exciting advancements in the medical industry by conducting a thorough analysis of healthcare needs and using their knowledge of engineering principles. If you decide to enter the biomedical engineering field, be ready to contribute to the creation of innovative and efficient solutions in the healthcare field.
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Reservations booked under the "5 Star Signature Package" rate or "Best Available Rate" will also include full breakfast for two daily, a $50 food and beverage credit for The Tap Room per stay, and an in-room welcome amenity.
Remodeled: 2006
Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, situated on 23 acres surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns is The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa. Grand elegance and award-winning service have made this hotel a Southern California landmark for over 100 years. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, this enchanting retreat is the only AAA Five Diamond hotel in the area. The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa, Pasadena is renowned for genuine service and captivation of the senses.
Dining options include The Terrace with vistas of the pool and historic Picture Bridge, The Dining Room which received a coveted Michelin Star and scheduled events such as Afternoon Tea and Sunday Brunch.
The Spa has been recognized as one of North America's Top 10 and offers a fully-equipped fitness center and beauty salon. Enjoy an outdoor heated pool, whirlpool, tennis, bicycling, jogging and a Nicklaus-design golf course nearby.
Business services include hi-speed wi-fi, business center, Clefs d'Or concierges, and chauffeured transportation services.
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Pasadena is only 15 minutes north of downtown Los Angeles. 10 minutes from the Rose Bowl Stadium, home to the UCLA Bruins. 15 minutes from the Coliseum, home to the USC Trojans. 15 minutes from Dodger Stadium and Staples Center, home of the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers and Kings. 15 minutes from Universal Studios. 30-45 minutes from Beverly Hills and the world-famous Rodeo Drive. 35-45 minutes from Disneyland.
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Los Angeles International Airport - 26 miles - Take the 105 Freeway East for 6.5 miles - 110 North to the end of the Freeway 18.5 miles - Turn right on Glenarm Street - Turn right on El Molino - Turn left on Elliott Drive - Turn right on South Oak Knoll Avenue The hotel will be on your right
Burbank Airport - 16 miles - Take the 5 South for 5.3 miles - 134 East for 7.8 miles - 210 East for .3 miles, Take exit 26 toward Lake Avenue - Turn right on Lake (after approx 1.5 miles it becomes South Oak Knoll Avenue) - The hotel will be on your right
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24 hour business services available.
Multiple Meeting and Banqueting options available with rooms for up to 1400.
The Dining Room onsite is one of the few restaurants in Califorinia with a coveted Michelin Star.
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The quaint charms of nearby Old Pasadena offer a superb range of dining options and slightly further afield the eclectic L.A restaurant scene awaits.
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Ironically, Stony Brook was playing the University of Florida that day. Little did Laci know that she would be moving to Florida that summer. Thankfully, Laci found a local lacrosse team in Florida after moving from Long Island. Playing lacrosse allowed Laci to meet new friends and eased the transition of moving from NY to Clermont, Florida.
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Though much of her time is spent on lacrosse and school, Laci enjoys her job working at a retirement home. “Sometimes, I am the only person that hey may talk to that day,” says Laci. “I enjoy brightening someone’s day.” Laci’s days are not just brightened by the smiles she gets at her job, but by also volunteering at the Special Olympics. She loves bonding with the athletes and there’s nothing quite as rewarding as seeing them give it all they’ve got to accomplish their dreams.
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‘Democratic process cannot be allowed to be subverted through unlawful protests’: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Jan 7, 2021, 08:49 am IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the violence in US Capitol building. On Friday, the supporters of US President Donald Trump had stormed the U.S. Capitol for nearly four hours. As per reports, a woman was shot by the police.
” Distressed to see news about rioting and violence in Washington DC. Orderly and peaceful transfer of power must continue. The democratic process cannot be allowed to be subverted through unlawful protests”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted.
Distressed to see news about rioting and violence in Washington DC. Orderly and peaceful transfer of power must continue. The democratic process cannot be allowed to be subverted through unlawful protests.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 7, 2021
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Hackney artist talks about her craft
by Naomi Seow Ru Ting/ March 8, 2016/
Yi-Ling Wo in her Hackney studio Pic: Naomi Seow
There is a genuine aura of enthusiasm about painter Yi-Ling Wo as she explains her painting techniques. “To communicate effectively with my audience, I tend to showcase my relationship with my subject matter,” she says with a smile as I observe a half-finished painting, with heavy, blended lines of paint spilling across the canvas.
Wo’s Hackney studio is a pleasant place. Surreal, pastel-toned paintings hang from its whitewashed brick walls while the fading rays of sunlight bounce off the bay windows.
A bra, previously painted white and decked with pink flowers, lies on the floor. “That’s part of my newer work,” Wo says, picking up the garment. “This is a test piece that’s part of the new project, the sculptural element is quite evident in comparison to most of my older works.”
Picture: Naomi Seow
Wo was born in Hong Kong and moved to Sussex when she was 13. Now 25, she has always enjoyed being creative and excelled in fine art as a child. Wo has shown her work in numerous open exhibitions in spaces such as warehouses around Hackney Wick and at the Display Gallery in Holborn.
That craft brought the self-taught painter to study fashion design at the London College of Fashion for two years, before halting it to move to Hackney. Being in Hackney allowed Wo to pursue her “side hobby”, as painting became something that deeply mattered.
Paintbrushes lie about in Yi-Ling’s studio. Picture: Naomi Seow
“I have had a fascination with a lot of pre-60s painting especially with the early-mid 20th century, like Milton Avery and Chiam Soutine. They’re amongst my favourites. I remember getting obsessed with Agnes Martin and her basic simplicity, and her works inspired me to create my current collection of works,” Wo says as she showed me her recent painting, Man man enjoys a bath. With its surreal brush strokes and baby pink hues, that painting could well be part of a support exhibition for the American abstract painter as it channels those exact imageries. “I loved how her works are often so simple and on point, with sweet undertones and names that were so basic… there is something really cute about it, but you are reminded after that it really did take someone who was mentally ill to approach work with such purity.”
Man man enjoys a bath. Picture: Naomi Seow
Wo’s latest offerings revolve around a fascination for her older sister, Yi-Wen, who has Down’s syndrome. “I’m generally attracted to many things, but recently I’ve been especially drawn to the ideas of innocence and sexuality, from the perspective of a young adult woman who is born with Down’s syndrome,” Wo says as she takes another painting, Little crack turns pink, from its bubble wrap. “I am imagining how it is like to be somebody with a unique situation that is not considered by the public as much.This sweet, secret sexual life that only lives itself through imagination and innocent metaphors, quietly sitting at the pit of social interest, yet doesn’t seem to mind either… or perhaps, simply the lack of a chance to even realize the difference.”
“The grid thing that you see was a format that really worked for what Martin was doing,” she explains, as we sit back down to admire her work. “My imitation of the lines and the similar colours is more than simply a nod to her legacy. As abstract as they might initially appear to be, these are solid paintings.”
I stop in front of a couple of paintings that were hidden in a corner and ask about her usage of minimalism. “It is not just a statement of aesthetic, but it is a result of the pursuit of purity.
“I think there is a lot more to be said about the act of painting itself as a medium of thought ,” Wo pauses for a moment. “Instead of it trying to fit into the common perception of it being simply one of the many forms of execution.
“I’m trying to show a standard means of expression, and making it neutral in that nothing much can be said about the choice of medium, style or subject matter,” she turns to open the door as we leave. “I want it to be emotional instead of making some sort of statement. The work itself should trigger the gut feeling within the viewer instead of making it extremely obvious.”
For more information on Yi-Ling, her work and past exhibitions, visit:
http://www.yilingwo.com/
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Elizabeth Aguirre
Facebook quizzes may seem like harmless entertainment, but can lead to potential theft of personal data.
Finding out which character you are in the latest popular TV show can lead to dangerous repercussions. Online quizzes, which are frequently shared on Facebook, are not as innocent as they look.
The quizzes are often described as clickbait, meaning the sole purpose is to lead users to dangerous sites. Once they click, users are often prompted to download dangerous malware. Often, the links themselves are even used to extract personal data from the person clicking.
The Florida Center for Cybersecurity recently spoke with NBC about the dangers of Facebook Quizzes and provided some tips for protecting yourself from the harmful practice.
Taking the quizzes “seems harmless, but you never know who is asking for the information,” says Sri Sridharan managing director at the Florida Center for Cybersecurity. “The more they know about you, the more they can trick you into doing something like clicking on a link that you should not click on,” he says.
Sridharan suggests that if something doesn’t look right, it probably is not. He also suggests never taking a quiz that is not from a reputable website. Email addresses should not be given out and internet users should be cautious whenever a quiz asks for you to sign in.
It’s important to be safe while browsing online, even when it doesn’t include Facebook. In general, Internet users should never give out their passwords, or become friends with people they do not know online. Ensuring your computer’s privacy settings and using a Firewall are also important tools that can be used to keep your info safe. Most importantly, never give out personal data to unknown sources.
Facebook can be a fun place that provides hours of mindless diversions. However, it’s imperative that users are cautious with how they share their data and information. Their identities may depend on it.
Elizabeth Aguirre is a digital writer and retail design project manager living and working in Chicago, Il. When she’s not tweeting about social justice issues, she can be found meditating or blogging at cultureofthechi.com.
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§113.304 Feline Panleukopenia Vaccine.
Feline Panleukopenia Vaccine shall be prepared from virus-bearing cell culture fluids. Only Master Seed Virus which has been established as pure, safe, and immunogenic shall be used for preparing the production seed virus for vaccine production. All serials of vaccine shall be prepared from the first through the fifth passage from the Master Seed Virus.
(a) The Master Seed Virus shall meet the applicable general requirements prescribed in §113.300 and the requirements prescribed in this section.
(b) The lot of Master Seed Virus shall be tested for other agents as follows:
(1) To detect virulent feline panleukopenia virus or virulent mink enteritis virus, each of two feline panleukopenia susceptible cats, as determined by the criteria prescribed in paragraph (c)(1) of this section, shall be injected subcutaneously with the equivalent of one cat dose each and the cats observed each day for 21 days. If either or both cats show signs of disease or reduced white blood cell counts below 50 percent of the normal level established by an average of three or more counts taken prior to injection, the Master Seed Virus is unsatisfactory.
(2) To detect chlamydial agents, the Master Seed Virus shall be tested as prescribed in §113.43.
(1) Twenty-five feline panleukopenia susceptible cats shall be used as test animals (20 vaccinates and 5 controls). Blood samples drawn from each cat shall be individually tested for neutralizing antibody against feline panleukopenia virus to determine susceptibility.
(i) A constant virus-carrying serum neutralization test in tissue culture using 100 to 300 TCID50 of virus shall be used.
(ii) Cats shall be considered susceptible if there is no neutralization at a 1:2 final serum dilution.
(2) A geometric mean titer of the dried vaccine produced from the highest passage of the Master Seed Virus shall be established before the immunogenicity test is conducted. The 20 cats used as vaccinates shall be injected with a predetermined quantity of vaccine virus and the remaining five cats held as uninjected controls. To confirm the dosage calculations, five replicate virus titrations shall be conducted on a sample of the vaccine virus dilution used.
(3) Fourteen days post-injection, the vaccinates and the controls shall be challenged with virulent feline panleukopenia virus furnished by Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the cats observed each day for 14 days.
(i) If at least 80 percent of the controls do not show clinical signs of feline panleukopenia during the observation period, the test is a No Test and may be repeated. Clinical signs of feline panleukopenia shall include a pronounced leukopenia wherein the white cell count drops to 4,000 or less per cubic mm, or the white cell count drops to less than 25 percent of the normal level established by an average of three or more counts taken prior to challenge.
(ii) If at least 19 of the 20 vaccinates do not survive the observation period without showing clinical signs of feline panleukopenia as described in paragraph (c)(3)(i) of this section, the Master Seed Virus is unsatisfactory.
(d) Test requirements for release. Each serial and subserial shall meet the requirements prescribed in §113.300 and in this paragraph. Final container samples of completed product shall be tested. Any serial or subserial found unsatisfactory by a prescribed test shall not be released.
(1) Safety test. The mouse safety test prescribed in §113.33(a) and the cat safety test prescribed in §113.39 shall be conducted.
(i) Each of two healthy cats shall be injected with 10 cat doses by the method recommended on the label and the cats observed each day for 14 days.
(ii) If unfavorable reactions attributable to the biological product occur during the observation period, the serial is unsatisfactory. If unfavorable reactions occur which are not attributable to the product, the test shall be declared a No Test and repeated: Provided, That, if not repeated, the serial shall be unsatisfactory.
(2) Virus titer requirements. Final container samples of completed product shall be tested for virus titer using the titration method used in paragraph (c)(2) of this section. To be eligible for release, each serial and each subserial shall have a virus titer sufficiently greater than the titer of vaccine virus used in the immunogenicity test prescribed in paragraph (c) of this section to assure that when tested at any time within the expiration period, each serial and subserial shall have a virus titer of 100.7 greater than that used in such immunogenicity test but not less than 102.5 TCID50 per dose.
[39 FR 44716, Dec. 27, 1974, as amended at 40 FR 53378, Nov. 18, 1975; 43 FR 25078, June 9, 1978; 43 FR 41186, Sept. 15, 1978; 44 FR 58900, Oct. 12, 1979; 48 FR 33471, July 22, 1983. Redesignated at 55 FR 35562, Aug. 31, 1990, as amended at 56 FR 66784, 66786, Dec. 26, 1991; 72 FR 72564, Dec. 21, 2007]
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PHILADELPHIA (AP)The Phillies acquired infielder C.J. Chatham from the Boston Red Sox on Monday for a player to be named or cash.
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BOSTON (AP)A person familiar with the deal says the Boston Red Sox have reached an agreement with left-hander Martin Perez on one-year contract.
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College students recruited as teachers to keep schools open
Cooper Hanson, a substitute teacher at the Greenfield Intermediate School in Greenfield, Ind., is photographed Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020. Hanson, a student at Hanover College, is one of several college students being recruited to work as substitute teachers in schools during the pandemic. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — As the coronavirus sidelines huge numbers of educators, school districts around the country are aggressively recruiting substitute teachers, offering bonuses and waiving certification requirements in order to keep classrooms open.
Coming to the rescue in many cases are college students who are themselves learning online or home for extended winter breaks.
In Indiana, the 4,400-student Greenfield-Central school district about 20 miles (32 kilometers) east of Indianapolis made a plea for help as its substitute pool shrank. “I said, ’If you’ve got a student who’s in college, maybe they’d like to work even a two-month thing for us – which would be a stopgap, no doubt – but it will help us a whole, whole bunch,” said Scott Kern, the Greenfield-Central Community School Corporation director of human resources.
Over a dozen college students answered the call including his own daughter, 19-year-old Grace Kern, who is studying medical imaging technology at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. She has been working in elementary school classrooms, helping students as teachers offer instruction remotely via a screen inside the room.
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“My dad told me that a bunch of teachers are out and they’re struggling to get substitutes in. And I was like, ‘Well, all my classes are online, except for one, so I have the time to do it.’ And I would hate for the schools and the students to struggle,” she said.
The teaching force already was stretched in many places before the pandemic hit as fewer students entered the profession, and retirees who often fill in as substitutes have been staying home in large numbers because of concerns about their health. As contact tracing forces teachers into quarantine, staffing shortages have become so severe that many schools have had no choice but to switch to distance learning.
In Connecticut, Gov. Ned Lamont, a Democrat, appealed late last month to college students who were coming home for their winter break to help in hospitals, virus testing sites – and in schools. In cases where teachers are leading instruction remotely because they have to be in quarantine, for example, Lamont said college students could be paid to come into the classrooms and help provide supervision.
“Look you could binge watch Netflix for three weeks but we have some other ways that you could really be of assistance, helping your entire community get through this pandemic,” Lamont said at a news briefing.
Isabel Orozco, a freshman at Wellesley College, is working as a substitute teacher in the Cheshire, Connecticut district, where she graduated high school in June. She said she’s considering taking all of her spring semester classes online, so she can continue working in the public schools.
“Anything I can do to help, I feel good about,” she said.
College students have been tapped in growing numbers this year by Kelly Education, which contracts with districts to provide substitutes. Company president Nicola Soares said the pandemic has laid bare problems with shortages that have been worsening for years.
“So when I think about the pandemic and everything that we have seen for the past 10 months it has absolutely exacerbated the issue around teacher shortages and also substitute teacher shortages,” Soares said, adding that she doesn’t expect much relief next school year. “We have seen a lot of folks leave the profession. The openings are going to increase, so it is domino effect.”
In South Carolina, Lisa Usry, of Charleston, encountered this firsthand. One of her first jobs of the year was filling in for a teacher in his mid-60s who quit abruptly.
“He worked a couple weeks and said, ‘I’m out of here’ and walked out the door,” she recalled.
In Nebraska, more districts are applying for exemptions to a requirement that substitutes have a teaching certificate. The exemption, once only used by a few large districts, allows administrators to hire subs who have 60 college credits and have completed a teaching course and another that addresses bias and discrimination.
Because the state’s substitute requirements had been so high, it had relied heavily on retirees in years past, said Jenni Benson, president of the Nebraska State Education Association. But it has been a harder sell this year, with the association finding that only 33% of the 500 retired teachers it surveyed in August planned to sub this year, while the others said no or were unsure.
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Seventy-four-year-old Pat Shepard, a retired Spanish teacher from of Lincoln, Nebraska, was among those who went ahead and kept working, more even than past years as her district offered bonuses for subs that committed to a certain number of jobs each month. Some of her substitute teacher friends, though, decided to take the year off.
“One she has a father who is 89 with a heart condition and a brand new grandbaby so she is not willing. I’ve had some others who are cancer survivors and things like that. And they are just not willing to take that risk,” she said. “I’m a little bit more concerned now after Thanksgiving because our our cases here are just getting more and more everyday in the city.”
In Iowa, more substitute jobs are going unfilled, even after the state lowered its requirements. In the past districts could manage by dividing an absent teacher’s students among the other teachers in the building. But that won’t work in a pandemic, said Coy Marquardt, associate executive director at the Iowa State Education Association.
To get by, some administrators and counselors are being called into action to serve as substitutes, although even that isn’t enough.
“That is one of the reasons why some of the districts went and are still in virtual or remote because they just didn’t have the staffing,” he said.
Arkansas Corrections Secretary praises the restoration of pell grants for incarcerated students
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Arkansas Secretary of Corrections Solomon Graves expressed appreciation to the U.S. Congress and President Trump for restoring Pell Grant funding for individuals incarcerated in state and federal prisons.
In 1994, federal law was changed to cut off Pell Grant funding to state and federal inmates. The restoration was included in the federal spending and pandemic relief bill signed on Sunday by President Trump.
Biden introduces Connecticut schools chief Miguel Cardona as education secretary nominee
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WASHINGTON (NewsNation Now) — President-elect Joe Biden has chosen Miguel Cardona, the education commissioner for Connecticut and a former public school teacher, to serve as education secretary.
Biden formally introduced Cardona as his pick for Secretary of Education Wednesday afternoon, and reaffirmed his commitment to reopening schools safely.
"Early next year, I will put before the Congress our plans for what comes next. That includes funding to keep educators on the job just like we did during the Recovery Act that saved 400,000 education jobs," Biden said. "And it includes asking Congress to provide the funding needed so we can achieve an ambitious but doable goal — of safely opening a majority of schools by the end of our first 100 days."
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Montgomery County leaders, residents weigh in after two undocumented immigrants charged with raping girl
By Tisha Lewis
Leaders, residents weigh in after two undocumented immigrants charged with raping girl
FOX 5 is hearing on camera for the first time from Montgomery County leaders and residents after two undocumented immigrants from El Salvador reportedly raped an 11-year-old girl repeatedly in Germantown.
ROCKVILLE, Md. (FOX 5 DC) - FOX 5 is hearing on camera for the first time from Montgomery County leaders and residents after two undocumented immigrants from El Salvador reportedly raped an 11-year-old girl repeatedly in Germantown.
The county is now blaming the federal government and refusing to weigh in on if its sanctuary atmosphere attracted the two suspects to the area.
“If the system failed, it failed on the federal government,” said Barry Hudson, Public Information Director.
Hudson spoke with FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis due to several county leaders being away at the Maryland Association of Counties Summer Conference in Ocean City.
Meanwhile, ICE says 28-year-old Carlos Palacios-Amaya was removed from the U.S. in 2014. It's unclear when he re-entered the country.
Mauricio Barrera-Navidad, 29, received a final order of removal in 2016 but remained in the U.S.
“I think it’s horrible. How I feel generally about immigration, I don’t want to mince the two. Crime is crime and immigration is immigration and I think those should be handled separately but for those two gentlemen, I think there’s a special place in hell for them,” said Rockville resident Joshua Hayes.
“I think that they should be subject to the laws just as we are and that’s fine with me but I think there’s a lot of injustice going on in the name of keeping America safe,” said Silver Spring resident Elsie Klumpner.
County Executive Marc Elrich emailed FOX 5 saying, “According to Montgomery County’s policy, the County’s Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation would release the suspects to ICE in this case if a judicial warrant has been issued. Otherwise, the County will notify ICE once the individuals are eligible for release.”
ICE has issued detainers against both men but what remains unanswered is what the county is doing to be proactive instead of reactive.
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Lions-Steelers score: Brown mostly quieted; Lions lead 12-10 at half
Dave Birkett
Darius Slay may have punched his ticket to the Pro Bowl with an impressive first half of coverage on Antonio Brown, but the Detroit Lions will regret one of the few plays they didn't have Slay travel with the NFL's best wide receiver.
Brown, who led the NFL in receptions and receiving yards entering Sunday's game, didn't catch his first pass until about 21 minutes into the game as Slay shadowed him most of the night.
Slay doesn't always travel with top wide receivers, and he didn't follow Brown everywhere on Sunday. Specifically, when Brown lined up in the slot.
The Steelers took two deep shots to Brown in the first half out of the slot. Glover Quin intercepted one pass in the first quarter, when Ben Roethlisberger overthrew Brown, who was matched against linebacker Nick Bellore at the line of scrimmage.
On the second, with the Steelers facing a third-and-9 at the 45-yard line, Brown beat Miles Killebrew down the seam of the field for a 44-yard gain.
The Steelers scored the only touchdown of the first half one play later.
As for Slay, Roethlisberger didn't throw his way much. He allowed one 9-yard pass to Brown in the first half, made one tackle on a Le'Veon Bell run and nearly intercepted a pass that was intended for Justin Hunter and batted up in the air.
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Given the slate of receivers he's faced this year - Julio Jones, Odell Beckham Jr., Michael Thomas - Slay is on track to earn a Pro Bowl nod.
More observations from the first half.
• Quin is quite simply one of the best safeties in the NFL. He made a nice play on his interception, cheating over top of Brown in what was an obvious mismatch the Steelers were trying to exploit, and recovering a fumble late in the second quarter with the Steelers in field-goal range.
• After giving up 17 sacks in the previous three games, the Lions' offensive line has held up well in the first half - at least in pass protection. Matthew Stafford has taken one sack, when Cameron Heyward beat Graham Glasgow, but it was largely a coverage sack, and the Lions have kept a good Steelers front at bay.
The line did have back-to-back false-start penalties on the Lions' opening drive, when they were forced to settle for a field goal, and Travis Swanson was called for another costly holding penalty.
• Eric Ebron is the only player in the NFL who plays 16 road games. He was booed by the Ford Field faithful twice in Sunday's first half. He dropped a pass (that would have admittedly been a tough catch; the throw by Matthew Stafford was low) on the first ball thrown his way, then didn't lay out for an overthrown pass down the middle. Ebron did make a nice block on Jamal Agnew's 12-yard gain.
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• You read that right: The Lions lined return man Jamal Agnew as a receiver and ran a jet-sweep pass to him, a nice wrinkle from conservative coordinator Jim Bob Cooter.
• That extension the Lions signed Matt Prater to last week was money well spent. Prater accounted for all of the Lions' offense in the first half, making field goals of 48, 37, 51 and 34 yards. He's pretty damn good.
Contact Dave Birkett: dbirkett@freepress.com. Follow him on Twitter @davebirkett. Download our Lions Xtra app for free on Apple and Android!
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FTC Seeks Public Comment on IVeriFly, Inc., Proposal for Parental Verification Method Under COPPA Rule
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comment on a proposed verifiable parental consent method that IVeriFly, Inc., has submitted for Commission approval under the agency’s Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule.
Under the rule, online sites and services directed at children must obtain permission from a child’s parents before collecting personal information from that child. The rule lays out a number of acceptable methods for gaining parental consent, but also includes a provision allowing interested parties to submit new verifiable parental consent methods to the Commission for approval.
In a Federal Register notice to be published shortly, the FTC is seeking public comment about the proposed IVeriFly verifiable parental consent method; whether the proposed method is already covered by the existing methods included in the rule and whether it meets the rule’s requirement that it be reasonably calculated to ensure that the person providing the consent is actually the child’s parent. The Commission also seeks comment on whether the program poses a risk to consumers’ information and whether that risk is outweighed by the benefits of the program. The comment period will last until Jan. 21, 2014.
NOTE: Publication of this Federal Register notice does not indicate Commission approval of the program. The Commission has 120 days to review proposed verifiable parental consent methods and must set forth its conclusions in writing.
The Federal Trade Commission works for consumers to prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices and to provide information to help spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint in English or Spanish, visit the FTC’s online Complaint Assistant or call 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357). The FTC enters complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure, online database available to more than 2,000 civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad. The FTC’s website provides free information on a variety of consumer topics. Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and subscribe to press releases for the latest FTC news and resources.
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MYM Launches Updated 2019 Strategic Plan
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 4, 2019 /CNW/ -- MYM Nutraceuticals Inc., (CSE: MYM) (OTCBB: MYMMF) ("MYM" or "The Company") is pleased to announce it has updated its 2019 strategic plan. The updated plan can be found at the Company's website, mym.ca, under the "Investors" tab. Highlights include MYM plans for global cultivation, extraction, distribution, and the creation of unique brands.
MYM is positioning itself to become a global leader in cannabis, hemp, and seed cultivation through a variety of global partnerships in agricultural friendly zones around the world. We bring to each partnership our expertise in cultivation (indoor, outdoor & greenhouse), and extraction combined with global distribution and unique brands allowing us to leverage our knowledge worldwide.
By creating strategic geographic partnerships around the world, MYM is in a prime position to take advantage of cultivating in low cost regions while distributing in high revenue regions thereby maximizing profits.
In addition to information indicated in the plan, we are in the midst of negotiating a number of agreements for cannabis and hemp production and distribution in North America, South America and the South Pacific. The Company anticipates these will be announced shortly.
Key additions to senior management offer an opportunity to focus the Company's efforts on new projects around the globe
said Howard Steinberg, CEO of MYM.
Our updated plan includes a targeted focus on low-cost cannabis and hemp production sites across the globe while distributing into countries with high revenue potential thereby maximizing profits
MYM Nutraceuticals Inc. is an innovative company focused on the global growth of Cannabis and hemp. To ensure a strong presence and growth potential within the industry, MYM is actively looking to acquire complementary businesses and assets in the technology, nutraceuticals and CBD sectors. MYM shares trade in Canada, Germany and the USA under the following symbols: (CSE:MYM) (OTC: MYMMF) (FRA:0MY) (DEU:0MY) (MUN:0MY) (STU:0MY).
This news release may contain forward-looking statements based on assumptions and judgments of management regarding future events or results. Such statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. The company disclaims any intention or obligation to revise or update such statements. For a description of the risks and uncertainties facing the Company and its business and affairs, readers should refer to the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis and other disclosure filings with Canadian securities regulators, which are posted on www.sedar.com.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein in the United States. The securities described herein have not been registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any state securities law and may not be offered or sold in the "United States", as such term is defined in Regulation S promulgated under the U.S. Securities Act, unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration requirements is available.
SOURCE MYM Nutraceuticals Inc.
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Things to do in Cordoba, Spain
Posted in : Andalusia, Europe, Spain, Travel on 07/11/2019
by : Danijela
Tags : Alcazar Cordoba pictures, Cordoba history, Cordoba Jewish quarter, Cordoba Spain, Cordoba Spain Historic monuments, Madinat al Zahra Museum, Medina Azahara facts, Mezquita Cordoba, Mosque of Cordoba, Roman Bridge Cordoba, Visit Cordoba
If you are planning on visiting Andalusia, make sure to read about things to do in Cordoba, Spain – since this is where it all started! The city’s monuments moved me in such a way that I got goosebumps when walking among Mezquita columns and caliph’s palace remains.
Typical flowerpots in Cordoba
CORDOBA CITY
Established by Carthaginians, the town truly developed under the Romans who founded the colony here in 169 AD. This was the northernmost point that could be reached by Guadalquivir river which made Cordoba an important trading center for olive oil, wine and wheat. Visigoths and Byzantines inhabited the area from the 6th century when in 716 the town was declaired the capital of Al Andalus province under the Moorish rule. This was also the capital of the newly established Caliphate in 929. In 1236 Cordoba was conquered by the Catholics.
Plaza de las Tandillas square
There is something about the fact that Cordoba under Moors was one of the largest cities in western Europe. Its population exceeded 500,000 in the time when Granada was populated by a mere 26,000. Also, the city was much bigger than today! Cereals, olives, figs, rice, oranges were exported to the east.
Narrow streets
Jewelry business flourished with an abundance of gold, ivory, and jade. Two new industries began here in the 11th century – production of paper and glass. The process of specific glass manufacture was kept secret for centuries allowing Andalusia to hold a monopoly in this kind of production. The Caliphate library held over 400,000 books… So, there is no way to be indifferent when walking along the same streets today!
Towards the Mezquita
LA MEZQUITA
Building of the mosque began in 780 AD under the rule of Abd Rahman I, but it wasn’t until Abd Rahman III and the 10th century that it got all its splendor. This is when Cordoba reached its zenith, outshining Byzantine and Baghdad with its scientific and cultural development.
There are 1,300 marble, jasper and granite columns here, which were mostly taken from Roman and Visigoth temples. They hold 365 bicolored arches.
After conquering the region, Christians destroyed central part of the mosque in order to build chapels. The Renaissance Cathedral dates back to the 16th century.
Forest of columns
They say that in the Moorish times all 19 doors of the Mezquita towards the courtyard of the Patio de los Naranjos were open, creating the impression that columns inside were a certain extension of the orange trees outside, while the sunlight and shadows added to the surreal ambiance.
Arches within arches
I read somewhere that Abd Rahman escaped from the Middle East via northern Africa when his family was killed. They were the Umayyads, members of the same dynasty who built the Grand Mosque in Damascus Syria at the beginning of the 8th century, and Al Aqsa in Jerusalem. Remembering how excited I was when I visited the Syrian Grand Mosque years ago, I couldn’t wait to step into the one of Cordoba.
Huge walls
TIP: The Mezquita entrance tickets are sold in the courtyard and they cost 10 Euros. Audio-guide is available for another 4. The complex can be entered for free from 8,30 to 9,30 in the morning during the service, but individually and in silence.
So many details
La Mezquita has always been a synonym for Andalusia for me and an obligatory stop on things-to-do-in-Cordoba list. I knew that I would be impatient to get to the city once I visit the south of Spain and that I would rush between the mosque’s columns. That’s exactly what happened!
Beautiful mihrab area
After arriving from Granada by bus (the ride took 2,5 hours through a vast olive grove landscape), and left my things in the room (the accommodation was central with two huge windows overlooking the narrow streets), I asked for the Mezquita directions.
Sign on the facade
Ten minutes later I was on my way through cobblestone streets, coming out to strong walls surrounded by souvenir shops and restaurants. The gate on my left. Tourists. A few steps up and I was in the Patio de las Naranjos (or the Orange Tree Courtyard).
Wall with the gate to the courtyard
TIP: Entrance to the courtyard is free, you can rest in the orange trees’ shade, by the Andalusian fountain and with the sound of birds singing in the background.
The Patio de los Naranjos garden
I don’t think that I was this excited throughout the whole of my Andalusia journey as I was when purchasing the Mezquita ticket. I left my passport at the counter (in order to get the audio-guide you should leave an ID), thinking: „Sure, whatever it takes!“ Another few steps to take, I smiled at the security and peeked inside. The sunbeam spread over the elegant columns that were sticking out of the shadow.
Beautiful arches of the old mosque
Tourists were all looking up into ceilings and bicolored arches, trying to find the way through this surreal forest of columns. Step or two further, and I touched one of them.
“I can’t believe I’m finally here!”
Touching the marble gave me goosebumps and I got slightly dewy-eyed.
“Oh, I knew that the Mezquita would give me such an impression. Well, welcome, Danijela!”
Things to do in Cordoba Spain
Visiting the Mosque-Cathedral is estimated to about two hours. (Dare I mention that it took me – four?) When I walked through its huge hall at the end of September, Spaniards were getting ready for the upcoming religious holiday, installing decorative figures of Christian saints among the columns. Even though it did give an additional charm to the Mezquita ambiance, with all the respect to the installments – they seemed a bit kitschy comparing to the simple elegance of the Moorish architecture.
Christian saints
Try to notice the difference between columns, they can almost tell the story of some ancient temple they were incorporated in before adding to the mosque’s beauty. The mihrab area was just mesmerizing, so decorative and detailed in golden nuances.
Fascinating mihrab ceiling
Surreal arches, and more arches in other arches, beams from the courtyard and through the ceiling holes, numerous small lanterns. In the middle of the mosque you will find the Cathedral. They say that the conqueror of Cordoba gave permission for the church to be built here, but when he saw what they did, he immediately regretted it. Never the less, this is where the Cathedral stands with whitish arches and Renaissance decorations. An odd mixture that now represents a unique historical monument.
Huge Cathedral organ
MADINAT AL ZAHRA
This grandiose palace 7 km away from the city, was built by 10,000 workers under the rule of Abd Rahman III in 936. Although the caliph’s palace stood only for 70 years, it was renowned for splendor and luxury that were not to be seen anywhere in Europe. At the same time, Madinat al Zahra is the largest archeological site in Spain covering 112 hectares. The town was destroyed and plundered in the 11th century, but nothing else was built above its ruins for nearly 1,000 years during which it was forgotten and covered with earth. It was declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2018.
A must-see when in Cordoba
“Zahra” in Arabic means shining or brilliant, and so, the romantic story says that this is how caliph referred to his favorite mistress, and thus he named the palace after her. Still, the word is also used in Arabic to refer to wealth and political power which often made rulers choosing the name for states’ institutions.
Once a huge gate at the entrance
When walking through halls of the former palace today, one can say that there is a little bit of both. Because some romance slipped into all that power and luxury, at least when the architecture is concerned. The other legend says that when European ambassadors came to visit the caliph, they were led from one majestic hall to the next, abundant in fountains, food, greenery, people and trade, columns, arches, and decorative ceilings.
Walls relief decoration
When after a few hours they would finally be brought before the caliph – in the throne room with mercury fountains where they could see their faces’ reflections, the throne that the ruler could rise in order to be above his subjects, and so many intricate details on every centimeter of walls and ceilings – the effect was achieved, they were stunned by something they have never seen before!
10-century old ancient walls
TIP: Stop by the Tourist Information Center before heading to Madinat al Zahra because this is where you will get a “yellow” bus ticket. It costs 9 Euros and there are two stations at the Paseo de la Victoria.
The splendor of the Moorish architecture
Similarly, I entered one room and the next, came into the area once occupied by the ruler’s residence, leaned towards the column – and got those goosebumps again!
“I can’t believe what Cordoba does to me, amazing!”
Strong connection
The Madinat al Zahra visit has to be planned in advance because you will take a special bus ride, if not coming in your own car. The ride takes about 20 minutes and the bus will take you to the museum complex where details related to the site are displayed, along with its remains.
Lovely column detail
TIP: There are another 1,5 Euros to be paid at the entrance, but you will also be offered to see a short 12-minute-video. This is the Madinat’s story displayed in 3D, extremely interesting.
Caliph residence walls
When you see the museum, you will take a “local” bus which rides to the actual palace for five minutes or so. (The same one is to be taken back to catch the yellow bus to Cordoba.) And there – the hill stretches with some great views and the remains of this 10-century beauty!
View of the ruins
ALCAZAR PALACE
The Alcazar was built by Alphonso XI in 1328 in order to welcome queen Isabel and king Ferdinand. This is where Cristopher Columbus was received for the first time. Alphonso XI also built the old Synagogue, one of three that nowadays exist in Spain and the only one in Andalusia.
Even though it was built for the Christian monarchs, the architecture of the Alcazar is typically Moorish with fountains, ponds and aromatic herbs. (The entrance fee is 5 Euros.)
Make sure to climb to the top of the tower
It’s easy to recognize Alcazar with its yellowish walls and the sand surrounding it. There is a breathtaking view of the Mezquita from one of its towers on one side, while its lavish garden lies on the other.
The lavish garden
The former Inquisition chapel room is not to be missed, where Roman mosaics dating to the 2nd and the 3rd century are now displayed, excavated from the Plaza de la Corredera. There is also a large Arabic bathroom in the basement.
The patio within the palace
As soon as you walk into the lush garden, you immediately get the same urge as in any other Andalusian patios – to sit by the fountain and rest your eyes for a minute or two, with birds singing and purl of water in the background. (Did Columbus feel the same when coming here for the first time?)
Monument to monarchs and Columbus
JEWISH QUARTER
The Jewish quarter or the Juderia is renowned for narrow streets, arches between white-washed houses and Andalusian patios filled with flowers. This is where the old Synagogue is, the only one in Andalusia, but also the monument to Sephardic scholar Maimonides who was born in Cordoba. Jews inhabited the area during Romans and Visigoths, and were the significant part of the intellectual elite under the Moors.
Narrow streets and white-washed houses
Did you know that Seneca and Ibn Rushd (or Averroes) were born here! While I walked towards the Jewish neighborhood, it crossed my mind how great Cordoba must have been 10 centuries ago when Ancient Greek philosophers were translated into Arabic, and then Latin (without which the western civilization couldn’t even dream of the Renaissance), when I reached the Ibn Rushd’s statue.
One of the surrounding corners
The man who translated the original Aristotle’s inscriptions, and wrote his own arguments on the margins, actively took part in contemplating the world in the potent intellectual 12-century Cordoba. No wonder that the city became so famous as the center of knowledge and science, with a mixture of cultures and traditions.
Ibn Rushd monument
“I wish I could have seen how marvelous this knowledgeable hive was…”
Took numerous pictures of the statue, snap, snap!
“Well, maybe I have! I might have carried Ibn Rushd’s scrolls around, who knows, tripping over my galabia and being fluent in Arabic!”
Charming strolls
…Beautiful courtyard emerges before me – this is what you see in tourist guide books – the typical patio in the middle of the house. The place was crowded with tourists entering the Synagogue and the Andalusian House…
Andalusian courtyard
“And now, 1,000 years later”, my mind continues: “I graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy, took lessons in Arabic, and came back to greet the Cordoba scholar one more time! Like in the movies!”
A charming fountain patio
ROMAN BRIDGE
The first version of the bridge was erected over Guadalquivir river in the first century AD. It was reconstructed numerous times during these 20 centuries since then. The bridge connects the Mezquita and the Torre de Calahorra, the tower that was originally built by the Moors and reconstructed by the Catholics that now houses a museum.
The famous landscape of the city
One cannot avoid seeing a picture of the heavy stone bridge with the Mezquita in the distance, right! Well, this is the very bridge. Although it’s a 20-century old, it still looks impressive, so make sure to put it on the things to do in Cordoba Spain list. (Maybe you remember it from the Game of Thrones? This was the Long Bridge of Volantis that Tyrion Lannister and Varys were crossing when going from Pentos in a carriage, which they didn’t leave for days.)
TIP: If you fancy a visit to the Torre de Colahorra, make sure to ask about the opening hours,
20-century old structure
because just like shops and restaurants (which almost left me hungry few times), museums also have lunch breaks and siestas. It will probably be closed between 14 and 16,30.
The tower at the end of the bridge
It was too hot (even in the middle of September), and I had to find something to eat, so the small restaurant next to the tower seemed like a nice idea. I found “tortilla de patates” specialty, and “pastel cordobes” dessert (the latter being like a tart with apples).
Things to do in Cordoba Spain – try its desserts
Two more Roman monuments are to be seen here – the so-called Bridge Gate, through which the city and the mosque were entered, and the Roman Temple. The temple is even more imposing considering that it is located in the city center with cars driving by and crowded restaurants surrounding it. (How lovely that my accommodation was also situated here.)
The Bridge Gate
TIP: Make sure to avoid coming to Cordoba during summer. Due to its geographical position, the temperature here often reaches over 45 degrees, making the city one of the hottest in Spain.
Roman Temple remains
Don’t hesitate to walk around Cordoba and try avoiding larger streets, since the narrow passages are extremely charming and quite frequent. You will enjoy the stroll from Templo Romano to the Plaza de la Corredera, the vast plateau with restaurants and the vivid meeting point of Spaniards.
Entrance to the Plaza de la Corredera
Plaza de las Tandillas is another vast square with restaurants, cafés, a huge fountain and a lot of people. If you didn’t have your lunch around the Mezquita, at the Jewish quarter or at the Plaza de la Corredera, consider having it here. It’s easy to find “menu of the day” deals (three-courses meal) for 7 to 10 Euros. Seafood “paella” is a must, along with the “flamenquin” (deep-fried rolled and sometimes stuffed ham).
Delicious seafood paella
When I was on my way from Cordoba to Sevilla, I took an early morning departure bus ticket again and was planning to stroll one more time through the city. Never the less, it slipped my mind that the sun rises here as late as at 8 am, making me walk to the bus station – through the dark.
Double portion of empanada
Still, nothing that one huge “empanada” for breakfast couldn’t cure. Not only that it was a fresh pastry with cheese, but it was big enough for two and so delicious! I managed to finish it pretty fast, though. (Luckily, it was still dark outside…)
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24 comments on “Things to do in Cordoba, Spain”
Carol Colborn says:
Cordoba was the only city in Andalucia we were not able to visit. We visited Seville, Malaga, and Granada. I regret this very much seeing all this beautiful Landmarks that I missed!
As for me, Cordoba was the most important stop. I’ve been astonished for years by its history after I read about the Moorish legacy and architecture. So, it was only natural to be so impatient.
If you happen to go to Andalusia again, I would definitely recommend a visit to Cordoba. Thanks. 🙂
Linda (LD Holland) says:
Your blog post took me back to Cordoba! We were stunned when we went inside the Mezquita. Rows and rows of columns went on forever. I can certainly understand why it took you 4 hours to visit. We are sorry we missed the Madinat Al Zahra. So fascinating that this was named for the favourite mistress. I can certainly see the romance in the architecture and the lace-like stone. Such a lovely city. And hard to believe it is much smaller than in earlier times.
I was thrilled by the Andalusian stories I heard on my journey. One of them is about the European ambassadors’ who visited the Madinat Al Zahra and their impression of the palace. (I mentioned it in the post.) And I can really relate to the impact the structure had 10 centuries ago, since I was blown away by its remains today.
Tourists tend to skip the palace, given that they usually come to Cordoba for a day or two, and they don’t have enough time. But it’s really worth a visit. 🙂
Such stunning architecture. The arches within arches are striking. I’m so excited to read this article because Andalusia, Spain is on our travel plans next year. I can’t wait to see this natural beauty for myself. Great shots!
I’m sure you’d love it. There is such a range of monuments to see, and delicious food to taste. 😉
Hope the post helps with your bucket list for Andalusia, thanks.
Adonis A Villanueva says:
the photos look stunning! Andalusia looks amazing and the architecture alone is worth the visit. I have yet to visit that part of Spain and looking at your photos gives me even more reason to visit it sooner. The food looks good and sounds reasonable for around 10 euros for a three-course meal!
Spain is the country where you can eat well and it’s not that expensive. It can really fit any budget.
Museum and landmarks’ entrances can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you want to visit few a day, but a lot of those are usually free on Sundays.
Now I have to see Cordoba!! I’ve never been, and it seems like there is so much to do. I’d love to spend time in La Mezquita (and I’m with you, it would probably be 4 hours rather than 2 for us). It’s extraordinary. Seeing the uncovered Madinat Al Zahra would be fascinating, and even simple walks down the streets seem joyful. Thank you for sharing!
You clearly understand how the thrill of visiting a place like La Mezquita can make you stay for hours. Thank you, it’s so nice to hear that you like the post. 🙂
La Mezquita looks unreal! I would love to visit the andalusia region and experience the history and architecture for myself. I love Spain and have traveled quite a bit but havent made it to this region yet.
This was on my bucket list for years as well. And finally, it happened, and it was more than I have expected! 🙂
You’ve made me want to visit Córdoba even more than before! Mesquita looks incredible, And in can see why you got goosebumps! I tried Empanadas in Madrid and was immediately a fan!
So glad that the post made you want to go, thank you. 🙂
Oh, I know, I had to try different types of empadanas. 😛
Elaine Masters says:
I had no idea! What incredible architecture. I hope to visit the Alhambra one day but it looks like Cordoba has just as much to offer. The forest of columns!!
When the times comes for you to visit Andalusia, plan to spend three days in Granada to see the Alhambra and all the other beauties of the city, and at least two days in Cordoba. That way you won’t miss a thing. 🙂
(You’ll find more on Andalusia in the blog series, I’ll be writing about the seven towns I visited in September. You are welcome to stop by again.)
vanessa workman says:
La Mezquita is stunning. You did a great job capturing the beauty too. I would also get dewy eyed! I’m curious about the red and white striped color scheme though. Was that also the original color scheme or creative addition later? Symbolic of sun beams maybe?
It’s the original color scheme. I even remember seeing the same pattern in the Syrian Grand Mosque in the old Damascus and some other Arabic buildings in the Middle East and north of Africa. But I have no idea what and if it represents something specific.
It would be extremely interesting if it was supposed to symbolize sunbeams, you’re right. 🙂
(If somebody knows more about it, please do share.)
Thanks, Vanessa. 🙂
Suruchi Mittal says:
Thanks for writing a detailed guide on things to do in Cordoba Spain. The Huge walls, architecture with 1300 columns and 365 colored arches in La Mezquita, is absolutely beautiful. Their thought of opening all the doors for creating an impression of extending orange trees is just wow. The details in mihrab area are mesmerizing. Madinat Al Zahra – the largest archaeological site of Spain, Alcazar Palace. Jewish quarters too are a must visit.
Thank you, so nice that you have the same opinion. 🙂
Renuka says:
Gorgeous photos! Cordoba looks like a vibrant city with lots of things to do.
Thank you, so glad you like them. It is, I just loved the city. 🙂
Indah Miftahur Rohmah says:
WOW! How have I never heard of this place? What stunning architecture. I m in love with all those different types of arches and decore and the walkway with all the plants. Just wow!
I know, right! It’s even more beautiful in person. <3
Hope this travelogue comes useful if you decide to visit when this coronavirus situation is over. I would definitely go back. 🙂
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author = {Garofolo, J. and Lamel, Lori and Fisher, W. and Fiscus, Jonathan and Pallett, D.
and Dahlgren, N. and Zue, V.},
month = {11},
title = {TIMIT Acoustic-phonetic Continuous Speech Corpus},
journal = {Linguistic Data Consortium}
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The Linguistic Data Consortium (LDC) is an open consortium of universities, libraries, corporations and government research laboratories.
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VIDEO: New COVID-19 testing facility can screen 3,500 people daily in Abu Dhabi
A general view of the Capital Health Screening Centre in Musaffah.
Capital Health Screening Centre (CHSC), part of the Mubadala Healthcare network, officially launched a COVID-19 centre in Musaffah that can screen 3,500 individuals per day.
The facility was opened in collaboration with Ambulatory Healthcare Services (AHS), a SEHA HealthSystem Facility, to extend the country’s high-density screening strategy into this industrial zone.
Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Senior Vice President at Mubadala Healthcare, said: “The testing facility at Capital Health Screening Centre was launched in collaboration with AHS-SEHA and in line with Mubadala’s #WeAreDedicated campaign to support national efforts to combat COVID-19.
“We will continue to leverage our facilities’ expertise and partner with leading entities to find solutions to curb the spread of infection as well as to mitigate COVID-19’s impact on the community.”
The new centre opens at a time when the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has encouraged all commercial and industrial companies to ensure their employees are tested.
CHSC is one of four medical facilities involved in the National Screening Project, a governmental initiative overseen by AHS, which aims to test 335,000 residents and employees in the Musaffah area, while also increasing their awareness of COVID-19 and necessary preventative measures.
A medical expert updates the facility’s systems.
Mohamed Hawas Al Sadid, Chief Executive Officer at Ambulatory Healthcare Services, said at the launch: “We are delighted to collaborate with Mubadala Healthcare and Capital Health Screening Centre in the National Screening Project through of our commitment to expand screening and testing across the Emirate as an effective strategy for the containment of COVID-19.
“This partnership is a timely example of how entities in the healthcare sector can join forces and coordinate their efforts to support government initiatives and benefit the population as a whole.”
Under the guidance of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), CHSC staff will screen individuals with COVID-19 symptoms, and by appointment only. Visitors will be classified and tested based on their medical history and symptoms as either ‘low risk’, which includes a swabbing, or ‘high-risk’, which includes a swabbing and a medical assessment. Priority screening is given to senior citizens and pregnant women.
A medical expert tours the facility.
Haitham Al Subaihi, CEO of CHSC said: “Following the recent announcement by ADDED to test workers in Abu Dhabi, we were able to set up and trial the screening facility very quickly, before officially launching the centre today. We hope that our efforts will serve the country well, and that our beloved UAE will continue to be a safe place for everyone.”
To book an appointment, patients can use the CHSC toll-free number 800-SCREEN (800 727 336), while corporate clients may call their CHSC Key Account Manager. The center is located at the Right Choice Building, on 9th Street – Block M-21 in Musaffah, and is open five days a week, from 09:00am – 3:00pm. Following the test, patients will receive their results within two to three business days by phone or SMS.
Patients should bring their Emirates ID, and wear face masks and gloves. Fasting is not mandatory for the COVID-19 screening test. CHSC healthcare workers are advising the patients to self-quarantine until they receive their negative test results.
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The youngest patient with coronavirus has recovered in the UAE and is leaving the intensive care unit of Khalifa Hospital.
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Weston-super-Mare station
BS23 1XY
At the front of the station, platform 1 and 2
Taxi rank is available at the station.
No specific area.Assisted Travel meeting point - customer assistance office platform 2. Please notify a member of staff.
In ticket hall
Applicable Operators: Great Western Railway
Meeting point: Ticket office.
Monday – 05:30 to 00:15
Tuesday – 05:30 to 00:15
Wednesday – 05:30 to 00:15
Thursday – 05:30 to 00:15
Friday – 05:30 to 00:15
Cards and coins
Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"
The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
Female toilets
The National key toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from station staff. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: RADAR Key Company, 11 Church Street Exmouth EX8 1PE. Tel: 01395 265543. Fax: 01395 222088. Email: sales@radarkey.org.
Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge.
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Easton Investments Limited
HUB24 Limited
Advising HUB24 Limited (ASX: HUB), a leading specialist investment platform provider, on its proposed acquisition of up to 40% in Easton Investments Limited (ASX: EAS), a leading provider of wealth and accounting solutions. The transaction also included the divestment of HUB24’s subsidiary, Paragem, to Easton
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Locaweb Serviços de Internet S.A.
Advised Locaweb, a pioneer in B2B tech solutions for businesses digital transformation in Brazil with 2 main pillars: BeOnline/SaaS and Commerce
Infracommerce
Group of undisclosed Brazilian investors
Advised Brazil-based Infracommerce, a leader in designing, building and delivering the digital B2C and B2B go-to-market strategy for large enterprises, on its Series E funding round
Supplier Participações
Advised Supplier Participações, the largest credit fintech company in Brazil and the first independent mover in supply chain financing, on the sale of a majority stake to Totvs, the leading provider of management software and related consulting services in Brazil
Ourinvest DTVM
Advised the shareholders of Ourinvest DTVM, a leading Brazilian securities broker focused on providing high net-worth individuals custody, distribution and trading services, on the sale of an 80% stake to BTG Pactual, one of Brazil’s largest independent investment banking firms
Advising IFC and Principia Capital Partners on the sale of their stakes in Pravaler, Brazil’s leading provider of student loans for college students, to Itaú Unibanco, Brazil’s largest financial institution
BT Advice
Viridian Advisory
Advised Westpac, the third largest company in Australia by market capitalization, on its exit of BT Advice and the sale of select assets to Viridian Advisory
Blu Pagamentos
Advised Blu Pagamentos, a high-growth Brazilian B2B cash management fintech firm, on the sale of a minority stake
AUB Group Limited
Advised ASX-listed AUB Group, a leading insurance intermediary business operating a network of over 100 insurance brokers and underwriting agencies across Australia and New Zealand, on its fully underwritten entitlement offer to raise A$116mm
Advised Redbubble, a global online independent artist community and marketplace, on the acquisition of TeePublic, a similar online platform, and associated A$61 million equity raising
Blue Sky Alternative Investments Limited
Oaktree Capital Management L.P.
Advised Blue Sky, an ASX-listed diversified alternative assets manager, on its response to an activist short-seller campaign, strategic review of recapitalisation options, and receipt of a A$50mm long-term capital investment by Oaktree via a 7-year senior secured convertible loan note facility
08-Aug-18
Suncorp Group Limited’s Australian Life Insurance Business
Advised TAL, Australia’s largest and leading insurance business that is 100% owned by Dai-ichi Life of Japan, on the acquisition of Suncorp Group Limited’s Australian Life Insurance business
Brasil/CT
Invest Tech
Advised Brasil/CT on a capital injection made by Invest Tech in the Company. Brasil/CT specializes in the e-commerce market and is a leader in B2C and B2B full-commerce and loyalty operations in Brazil. Invest Tech is an investment manager focused on venture capital and private equity in the technology and telecom sectors
11-Apr-14
Investec Bank (Australia) Limited
Bank of Queensland Limited
Advised Investec Bank (Australia) Limited on the sale of its Professional Finance and Asset Finance and Leasing businesses, its deposit book, and its Australian banking licence to Bank of Queensland Limited (“BOQ”). BOQ is a leading regional Australian bank which provides retail and business banking
A$1.6bn non-core loan portfolio
Goldman Sachs Group. Inc.
Advised Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN), a leading general insurance, retail banking and life insurance group in Australia and New Zealand, on the sale of a A$1.6bn portfolio of performing and non-performing (corporate and property) loans to Goldman Sachs Group Inc., an American multinational investment banking firm
d-cyphaTrade Limited
Advised Transpower New Zealand, the state owned owner-operator of New Zealand’s electricity distribution network on the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary d-cyphaTrade Limited to the Australian Securities Exchange. d-cyphaTrade specializes in the design and marketing of Australian electricity derivatives traded on the ASX24 derivatives platform
iSelect (30% shareholding)
Ninemsn (T/A Mi9)
Advised Mi9, a joint venture between Microsoft and Nine Entertainment Co, and one of Australia’s leading digital media companies, on the sale of its 30% holding in iSelect, a leading Australian online-driven comparison service, as part of the Initial Public Offering of iSelect
Tyndall Investments
Nikko Asset Management
Advised Suncorp, on the sale of its investment management business, Tyndall Investments, in Australia and New Zealand to Nikko Asset Management, a leading Asian mutual funds management company
Australian Unity Limited
Advised Australian Unity Limited, a leading healthcare, financial services and retirement living mutual organisation, on its A$120 million issue of five year unsecured notes listed on the Australian Stock Exchange
TOWER Australia Group Limited
The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited
Advised TOWER Australia Group Limited, the largest mono-line life insurance company in Australia, in relation to the offer from The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Limited to acquire all of the shares in TOWER that it does not already own by way of a scheme of arrangement
Rural Bank
Advised Elders, a diversified agricultural company on the sale of its 40% stake in Rural Bank to Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, an Australian diversified financial services company
Guinness Peat Group plc
Advised GPG plc, a listed investment company, on potential restructuring alternatives
Advised TOWER Australia, a provider of life insurance, risk, superannuation and retirement solutions, on its non-accelerated, 1 for 7 renounceable entitlement offer
Tristone Capital Global Inc.
Advised Tristone Capital Global Inc., an independent advisory firm focused on the global energy sector, on its sale to Macquarie Group
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Video: Understanding the Venezuelan election results
Federico Fuentes
Kamala Emanuel
Venezuela: Socialist election win masks deeper problems
Why Venezuela’s National Assembly elections matter
The Venezuelan national assembly elections last weekend were significant for the dramatic win by the governing PSUV (United Socialist Party of Venezuela) with 69% of the vote compared to the 2015 elections which were won by the right wing opposition. Nevertheless there was an abstention rate around 70% which reflects some weaknesses for the socialist project in Venezuela. This interview with Federico Fuentes unpacks the issues around these elections.
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Dr Vannessa Hearman
Historian, and lecturer in Indonesian Studies at Charles Darwin University
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Minnesota and Wisconsin Join Movement to Shift to a 100% Carbon-Free Grid
Governors in Minnesota and Wisconsin want to get rid of carbon emissions from the electricity sector. Illinois lawmakers want to do it with only renewables.
Julian Spector March 05, 2019
Julian Spector
Julian is a staff writer at Greentech Media, where he reports on the transition to a clean energy system. He pays particular attention to the energy storage industry, and writes the weekly Storage Plus column for GTM Squared. Julian also writes a weekly personal newsletter about the rise of clean energy called Bright Ideas. Previously, Julian reported for CityLab at The Atlantic and conducted grant-funded climate change reporting in Bangladesh. He graduated from Duke University.
Midwestern states embrace a bold clean energy agenda.
The 2018 election is already remaking the landscape for state-level energy policy.
In the past week, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers proposed in his budget to decarbonize the state’s electricity supply by 2050, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on Monday released his own call for 100 percent clean electricity by 2050. Both are Democrats who won election in November after running on platforms that included support for clean energy.
Separately, legislators in Illinois introduced a bill to make the state’s electricity 100 percent renewable by 2050.
The developments come after the Green New Deal has put ambitious clean energy programs on the agenda in Washington, D.C. That resolution, which calls for a 10-year mobilization to overhaul and decarbonize the national economy, has yet to receive a vote, and stands little chance of passing the Republican-held Senate. But states and cities have already taken the initiative to advance their own plans.
“Climate change is an existential threat,” Walz said in his announcement. “We must take immediate action. If Washington won’t lead, Minnesota will.”
Minnesota ups the ante
A 2007 law required Minnesota’s electricity to reach 25 percent renewable by 2025, but the state hit that target by the end of 2017. Walz would up the ante to 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2050, “allowing each utility the flexibility to choose how and at what pace they meet the standard.”
The key challenge will be eliminating coal, which supplies about 40 percent of the state’s electricity. Nuclear power delivers between 20 and 25 percent in a typical year, and that would stay under the “carbon-free” definition. Natural gas produces the remainder, roughly 10 percent.
Walz recognized that the shift in fuel source would affect communities and jobs, and pledged assistance for helping workers through the change.
The state’s largest utility, Xcel Energy, already set itself a voluntary carbon-free target by 2050. Xcel also operates in Wisconsin.
The governor also proposed to strengthen a policy that gives preference to energy efficiency and clean resources when utilities seek to build new generation. “It would allow for fossil fuel-based power only if needed to ensure reliable, affordable electricity,” the statement noted.
Such a measure would, in theory, limit new build-out of gas power capacity during the deployment of more renewable resources. Depending on how it is implemented, this directive could act as a sort of “clean peak” policy, pushing for storage to deliver wind or solar power during the most valuable hours instead of resorting to gas.
Other states have taken action to avoid large capital investments in gas plants that may not be needed down the road. California regulators and politicians have put a hold on new gas plants. Arizona regulators initiated a gas-building freeze while they deliberate on a grid modernization program, and utility Arizona Public Service recently opted for a shorter seven-year gas contract rather than locking in longer-term commitments.
Lastly, Minnesota would beef up its energy efficiency programs, a move that would reduce the amount of electrical load that will have to be served by clean resources.
A heavy lift in Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s Evers proposed his own carbon-free by 2050 plan in his budget last week.
Proportionally, that will be a heavier lift than in Minnesota. As of 2017, Wisconsin got 55 percent of its electricity from coal and about 20 percent from gas, while nuclear produced 15 percent and renewables 9.3 percent.
Evers also called for funding for energy conservation measures, converting the State Energy Office into the Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy, and directing $10 million from the Volkswagen "Dieselgate" settlement to build electric vehicle charging infrastructure, according to the Wisconsin State Journal.
The proposal as a whole goes further than Evers’ campaign website, which simply states an intention to “[s]trengthen state incentives for renewable energy.”
Green New Deals
The most bullish bet on renewables came from nearby Illinois, where legislators introduced a bill to require 100 percent renewable electricity by 2050, eventually outlawing nuclear power, which currently delivers more than half of overall grid power and about 90 percent of carbon-free power in the state.
That bill contains interim targets that require 45 percent renewables and 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2030. Such a framework would lead to shutting down coal and gas in the next 10 years, then gradually retiring the nukes in favor of renewables over the subsequent 20 years.
Recent state clean energy programs have varied in how closely they associate with the Green New Deal working its way through Congress.
The Illinois bill foregrounds social justice issues, much like the Green New Deal. Evers and Walz chose not to frame their proposals explicitly in Green New Deal terms, focusing more narrowly on a shift in the energy supply while ramping up clean energy jobs.
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti invoked the Green New Deal when he declared an end to natural gas generation in his city, and New York Governor Andrew Cuomo used the term to describe his latest clean energy program.
These state-level efforts help by “assembling the building blocks” for a broader Green New Deal, said R.L. Miller, political director of Climate Hawks Vote, which works to elect leaders who prioritize climate action.
“I expected 100 percent clean/renewable energy bills to be popular first on the coasts, but it's if anything more important and more heartening to see them in the Midwest,” she wrote in an email Monday. “Elections do matter!”
100% carbon free
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Stripping Built-Up Floor Coatings From Terrazzo
National Capitol Region Specifications
A. This procedure includes guidance on removing built-up floor coatings from terrazzo floors.
A. National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association, Inc.(NTMA)
3166 Des Plaines Avenue,
Ste. 132,
Des Plaines, IL 60018,
800/323-9736 or 708/635-7744, FAX 708-635-9127.
A. Performance Requirements: The objectives for terrazzo cleaning are to remove dirt, grime and coatings from the surfaces without damaging the underlying material and to give all the terrazzo a clean uniform appearance without blotches.
A. Samples:
Sample panels for cleaning and terrazzo patching shall be prepared for approval and shall establish a standard for all terrazzo work. The locations and types of control samples are to be indicated on a plan, with a photograph of each control sample to be submitted to the Contracting Officer's representative. No work shall commence until written approval for the control samples has been obtained from the Contracting Officer's representative.
The Contractor shall clean sample panels 2'-0" by 2'-0" in area, on each color and type of terrazzo, for approval by the Contracting Officer's representative. Locations of sample panels to be selected by the Contracting Officer's representative.
A. Regulatory Requirements:
Comply with specified provisions and recommendations of the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association, Inc. (NTMA Standards).
Comply with municipal and Federal regulations governing all work included in this section and including, but not limited to, cleaning, waste disposal and protection to adjacent properties.
Contractor: The work shall be performed by a firm possessing a minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience in the restoration and cleaning of historic architectural terrazzo, similar to that which is required in this project. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer's representative references of previous work, justifying the firm's experience. The Contracting Officer's representative reserves the right to approve or disapprove the use of the Contractor contingent upon their experience.
NOTE: The quality of the work is highly dependent on the competence of the Contractor because it is not possible to anticipate every variation encountered int he surfaces, job conditions and methods used.
Where current codes cannot be complied with, and/or construction limitations (including deterioration of existing substrate) are such that the intended finish cannot be achieved, notify the Regional Historic Preservation Officer (RHPO) for clarification and/or decision prior to proceeding with the work.
Mock-ups: Strip and clean 20 square feet of each terrazzo type for review by RHPO before stripping and cleaning all the terrazzo.
A. General Paint and Chemical Company - Division of Cotter and Company
A. Water: Potable, non-staining and free of oils, acids, alkalis and organic matter.
B. Interior Terrazzo Floor Sealer: Colorless slip and stain resistant non-penetrating sealer with pH factor between 7 and 10, that does not affect the color or physical properties of the existing terrazzo surface.
C. Cleaning Agents - (Built-Up Coatings): A non-ammoniated liquid wax stripper/floor cleaner, such as "Tru-Test Floor Stripper FS10" (General Paint and Chemical Company), or approved equal.
A. Wood scrapers
B. Fiber bristle brushes
A. Protection:
Take all necessary precautions and measures to protect all surrounding materials from damage that might be incurred during the terrazzo restoration work describe din this outline specification. Any damage caused by the Contractor to other materials is unacceptable and shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer's representative, at not cost to the Government.
Improper use of chemicals may constitute a health hazard. Refer to manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets for hazard data, special protection, for use and precautions to be taken in handling and storage. Comply with manufacturer's recommendations for proper use of chemicals.
A. Strip built-up floor coatings from the terrazzo flooring by applying a dilute cleaner (such as Tru-Test Stripper FS.10). Let dwell for 5 to 20 minutes depending on test trial results, scrub with fiber bristle brush, a mechanical floor machine, or white nylon pad, and rinse with low pressure cold water (less than 100 psi).
B. Do not use metal brushes. Repeat application for stubborn build up. Do not allow cleaner to dry on the floor. A testing program monitored by the Contracting Officer's representative should be undertaken to verify procedures, methods and dwell times.
C. Apply penetrating type sealer to reduce the porosity of the terrazzo and increase its resistance to acid and alkalis. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
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Home » House » Maison L, an Amazing Concrete House near Paris by Christian Pottgiesser
Maison L, an Amazing Concrete House near Paris by Christian Pottgiesser
By admin • Mar 24, 2011 • Selected Work
French studio Christian Pottgiesser architecturespossibles has designed Maison L, a very unique residence for a six-person family, and was kind enough to send us some photos of the project.
Located half an hour’s drive west of Paris, the 9,360 square-foot residence sits on a roughly 54,000 square foot plot of old trees.
Maison L, an Amazing Concrete House near Paris by Christian Pottgiesser:
“Less than half an hour’s drive west from Paris city center is located the site of roughly 5000 m2. The rather flat ground slightly tilts to the north, just before the general topography drops abruptly to the river Seine. A gain of only a few meters of altitude would be sufficient to permit an ample view of the Parisian outskirts. The whole original setup resembles more a clearing in a forest.
The surrounding vegetation, mainly consisting of old trees, does not allow a view beyond the dense periphery. In the northern part of the plot one finds today an orangery of the late 18th Century, inhabited by a six person family.
This building was intended to be enlarged by outsourcing the private areas of the family members into an extension, while reception, office and service areas remain in the former building. The spacious grounds had to be left untouched as far as possible, thus, only the north-western part near the boundary had to be the guideline for the main position of any new construction, which ultimately led to an “L”-shaped general plan.
The provisionally installed internals in the existing building of the nineteenseventies, meant for optimizing the use of square meters, will be dismantled. By this, the former seven-meter high ceilings of the original orangery volume becomes apparent again. Local specific site requirements allow only one single building with a gabled or hipped roof. Therefore only an annexe type of building is possible. Furthermore the maximum height of a construction is restricted to eight meters.
Without a specific geometry the roughly 50m long ground floor of the extension opens up from the north-western side of the orangery. Due to the stringent height limitations, the ground floor remains up to two meters below the original ground level. The whole flank of the building towards the boundary of the plot is covered with soil which is continued on top of the 7% inclined roof. On the opposite side, along the south-eastern facade emerges a complex topography between the house and its landscape. Carved towards every entrance in the glazing the river-bed-shaped, undulating terrain distorts to ensure an efficient access and exit.
The private sector, shared by the six inhabitants – four children and two parents – is fragmented into four different elements. Each commands a certain part of the ground floor which gradually develops into a more and more private zone, without doors, communicating with the other family members.
The local building code allows however, in exceptional cases flat roofs, as long as they do not exceed 25m2 each. Thus five three-storied tower-like volumes were implemented, stamping through the garden roof. Glazings around each “tower” provide natural lighting and an intriguing succession of perspectives between above and below, inside and outside. In each private tower are located at the ground level, a dressing room and storage space, the mezzanine, a bathroom and, finally, in the second floor, a bedroom. The slightly bigger tower for the parents has a rooftop garden from where one has a clear view to “La Défense”, the business district of the modern Paris with its sky scrapers.
Photos by: George Dupin, Pascale Thomas
CATEGORIES: House • Interior Design • Selected Work
TAGS: Christian Pottgiesser • Concrete House • Contemporary House • France • Paris • Unique Design • Yvelines
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Madame Carven Passes Away at 105
The French couturier leaves behind an incredible fashion legacy.
By Lauren Alexis Fisher
Jun 8 2015, 1:56 pm EDT
French couturier and founder of the Carven fashion house, Madame Carven, has died at the age of 105 today in Paris, WWD reports. Born Carmen de Tommaso, the iconic designer founded her fashion house in 1945 with the hopes of dressing petite women who mirrored her particularly small frame. The name 'Carven' was created by combining the first half of the designer's name, Carmen, with the surname of her aunt Josy Boyriven, who first introduced her to the world of couture.
The couturier entered the fashion world during the post-WWII era in Paris and first rose to popularity by dressing the likes of Edith Piaf, Leslie Caron and Michèle Morgan. Madame Carven traveled the world with her collections as one of the first French couturiers to stage fashion shows in jet-setting destinations including Brazil, Singapore, Mexico, Thailand, Morocco and more. In 1955 the fashion house launched Carven Junior along with an array of licensing deals. This led to the couturier's role in creating uniforms for over 20 different airlines as well as Paris's female traffic wardens. Throughout Madame Carven's career, she led the fashion house into fragrances, bridalwear and accessories and is even accredited with patenting the push-up bra, which she originally designed for bustier couture gowns.
In 2009, Madame Carven was made a Commander of the Legion of Honor, France's highest distinction for civilians—cementing her immense impact in both the fashion world and French culture.
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Heisman watch: Tua Tagovailoa remains in front
Joseph Duarte Nov. 26, 2018
Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) escapes pressure from Auburn defensive lineman Marlon Davidson (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Photo: Butch Dill, Associated Press
A 14-year Heisman Trophy voter, Houston Chronicle staff writer Joseph Duarte tracks the candidates for college football's top individual award.
Heisman Trophy ballots are due Dec. 3.
Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Alabama
Tagovailoa, the presumed frontrunner, was 25 of 32 for 324 yards and accounted for six touchdowns in a 52-21 victory over Auburn.
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Kyler Murray, QB, Oklahoma
Murray had another big game, accounting for 478 yards and four touchdowns in a 59-56 shootout win over No. 13 West Virginia. Murray was 20 of 27 passing for 364 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 114 yards and another score.
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Home Engilsh News Graft,Threats as Somalia faces historic Presidential vote
Graft,Threats as Somalia faces historic Presidential vote
Abdi Guled
Tuesday February 7, 2017
Colorful campaign posters in this seaside capital give the impression that Somalia’s presidential election on Wednesday will be like any other. That’s far from true.
Mogadishu is in lockdown because of violence by homegrown Islamic extremist group al-Shabab. The airport will be closed, and the vote will be confined to a heavily protected former air force base. Fears of attacks already have delayed the vote several times.
Suicide bombings aren’t the biggest threat as this Horn of Africa country, after a quarter-century, tries to put a fully functioning government in place under strong international pressure. Graft – vote-buying, fraud, intimidation – is the top concern in a nation that Transparency International now rates as the most corrupt in the world.
After decades of chaos and warlord-led conflict, the vote will be historic in this country of about 12 million. But some observers worry whether it will be credible.
Already the country’s auditor general, Nur Jimale Farah, has said two of the seats for parliament members who will elect the president have gone for $1.3 million apiece. Unlike in elections elsewhere, Somalia’s next leader will not be chosen by popular vote but by legislators, who were selected by the country’s powerful, intricate network of clans.
“Some votes were bought with $5,000, some with $10,000, and some with $20,000 or $30,000,” Farah recently told Voice of America.
The United States and others have pressed Somalia to move ahead with elections as an important symbol of recovery. In the past decade, the U.S. has given $1.5 billion in humanitarian aid and another $240 million to support Somalia’s political and economic recovery. Mogadishu remains so unstable, and prone to extremist bombings, that the U.S. does not have an embassy in the capital city.
But the international community also has expressed growing concern about the election. The U.N. Assistance Mission in Somalia has cited a number of “egregious cases of abuse of the electoral process, including seats reserved for women candidates only that were ultimately taken by male candidates.”
Violence, intimidation and corruption also have marred the process, the U.N. mission said, also criticizing the decision to not disqualify candidates who allegedly commit them.
But some involved in the vote remain confident, calling it an important step for a nation so unstable for so long that it was included on President Donald Trump’s recent executive order blocking immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries.
“We are well-prepared to elect a new president. It’s a test for a maturing democracy,” said Ahmed Ali, a Somali lawmaker. The president will be elected by the 275 members of the lower legislative house and by 54 senators.
Among the 22 candidates, many who also hold foreign passports, Somalia’s incumbent President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is seeking re-election and may have an edge to win a second five-year term.
But rival candidate and Prime Minister Omar Abdirashid Sharmarke has accused regional countries of interfering in the electoral process by pushing for certain candidates.
“Those neighboring countries should respect our sovereignty and stop meddling in our affairs,” he said, without naming specific countries. Various Muslim-majority countries seek a friendly Somali government, including Turkey, which has invested in the country. The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are backing different candidates.
Though Matt Bryden, director of Sahan Research and an expert on Somali politics, doesn’t believe the election process has been free and fair, he said it is better than the alternative.
“There have been credible, and I think well-substantiated, allegations of fraud, intimidation, abuse, but essentially it is still a step forward,” Bryden said. “The alternative was probably not to have a transition at all, in which case Somalia would have gone back to fragmentation, so it’s not pretty, but it is a step in the right direction and it’s probably the best we could hope for at this stage.”
Many in Somalia anticipate a highly contested race which likely will see a further round between the two candidates with the greatest number of votes.
To ensure that Wednesday’s election happens, thousands of soldiers were fanning out across Mogadishu, restricting traffic on major streets to reduce the threat of violence by the al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab, which has threatened to disrupt the vote.
“Of course, I understand how these tough security measures will complicate people’s lives, but we will not take chances in ensuring a peaceful election,” said Ali Mohamoud, a police colonel, standing by a checkpoint as soldiers searched cars and passengers.
At least one candidate put a positive spin on the election. Jabril Abdulle, who also holds a Canadian passport, has been active in Somali politics since the late 1990s and leads the Mogadishu-based Center for Research and Dialogue.
“We are offering bold vision, clear ideas … that will be good for the Somali people and that will also be good for the whole world, particularly the Horn of Africa region that desperately needs some stability,” he said. “Somalia should not be viewed as a land of conflict, drought and killings. By 2020, we bring a new Somalia that is at peace with itself and peace with its neighbors.”
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ASUU strike could be called of on Monday as FG and ASUU reach partial agreement
Hive Xclusive December 12, 2018
PUNCHNG.COM reported that the currently striking Academic Staff Union of Universities could end the strike as early as next Monday after reaching part agreement with the Federal Government.
The Federal Government and the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities have reached a partial agreement, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige, announced on Monday.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, Ngige made the announcement at a reconciliation meeting in Abuja aimed at finding ways of resolving the strike which commenced on November 5. The meeting ended late on Monday.
He said, “We have finished our deliberation for today (Monday). I am happy to report that we touched some areas of understanding in implementation from the Memorandum of Action which we agreed to in 2017.
“Some of these areas we have substantial compliance and some other areas have not been fully dealt with.
“Like the issue of shortfall in salaries of some federal universities’ workers and lecturers, ASUU has given a list to the Accountant-General’s Office and we have agreed that by Wednesday that list should be cross-checked by the Presidential Initiative on Continuous Auditing.
“So, the Accountant-General’s Office is to get back to us by Wednesday.”
He noted that the meeting had identified one area to look for the funds for the revitalisation of the universities, adding that the appropriate government organ would be contacted on the issue.
Ngige said government was sure to have good news for the striking lecturers.
The minister said he hoped with the agreement reached that the union would call off the strike at the next meeting scheduled for December 17.
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Nintendo Will Stream a Nintendo Switch Presentation in January
More details are coming regarding Nintendo's next gaming platform.
By Jose Otero
Updated: 2 May 2017 6:29 pm
Nintendo has now announced timings for its Nintendo Switch
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reveal presentation. The live broadcast will begin at 8pm PT / 11pm ET on January 12 (that's 4am GMT / 2pm AEST on January 13). It's not clear how long the show will be.
IGN will be at hands-on events across the world following the event - make sure to check back for our first impressions of the new console.
Original story: Nintendo announced that it will unveil more information about its upcoming gaming platform, called Nintendo Switch, via a presentation on January 12, 2017.
The news was delivered in a presentation by Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima to financial analysts today in Tokyo. He said major details regarding the company’s new home gaming system will be shared at the event for media, analysts, and trade partners in Tokyo. It will be livestreamed globally on Jan. 12, but the company said it would share specific times at a later date via social media.
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The Nintendo Switch 2017 presentation will include launch date, pricing for the system, and details regarding the lineup of games currently in development by the Japanese video game maker.
Nintendo's president also announced that Nintendo Switch sampling events for invited media, partners, and consumers will take place in the U.S. and Europe after the presentation at later dates. He said the public will have opportunities to participate in other hands-on events around the same time, but that details will not be announced until a later time.
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Last week, Nintendo unveiled its new gaming hardware in a brief preview trailer. The company plans to sell Nintendo Switch beginning in March 2017. We've got plenty of lingering questions about the new system, but it looks like it won't be too long before we get the answers.
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FIFA adviser Mark Pieth to publish anti-corruption proposals Friday after meeting Sepp Blatter
GENEVA - Anti-corruption expert Mark Pieth plans to publish his FIFA reform proposals on Friday, hours after he meets with FIFA's scandal-hit executive committee.
The Basel Institute on Governance said in a statement Thursday to The Associated Press that it will publish the first report by Pieth's 13-member advisory panel at 4 p.m. Swiss time (1400 GMT) on its website.
FIFA President Sepp Blatter was scheduled to open a news conference at least one hour later, and face questions about how far his executive committee has supported Pieth's proposals. Later Thursday, FIFA issued a brief statement that its media event would start at 3 p.m. instead.
Pieth has previously told the AP that the 15-page report will be "tough" on FIFA.
The former United Nations investigator said in an interview that his team has been unimpressed with how FIFA pursued some corruption allegations.
Pieth also expressed frustration at being denied access by FIFA to a Swiss court document detailing which officials were involved in a kickbacks scandal following the 2001 collapse of World Cup marketing agency ISL.
Blatter has said his promise last October to publish the document has been thwarted by unidentified officials appealing to Switzerland's supreme court to keep its contents secret.
Blatter posted messages on his Twitter account Thursday backing the Swiss law professor's work.
"Delighted to see my main ideas for reform in Mark Pieth's report," tweeted Blatter, who received a copy several days ago. "I stressed how to improve FIFA's governance since the beginning of last year. Not just words but actions."
FIFA later published an interview with its president on its website ahead to Pieth's presentation.
"I am really looking forward to this," Blatter said. "After the difficulties and challenges FIFA went through, I was convinced that we had to reform our organization and I stressed that publicly, including the need for good governance, transparency and zero tolerance against wrongdoing."
Blatter appointed Pieth last November to lead an expert team which would advise on how to reform FIFA and world football.
The panel, known as the Independent Governance Committee (IGC), includes former Watergate investigator Michael Hershman, United States Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati, and former British attorney-general Peter Goldsmith.
Their initial work has included examining how FIFA probed a succession of bribery and World Cup vote-rigging scandals implicating several members of the 24-man ruling executive committee.
Pieth will present the IGC report to FIFA leaders Friday morning, and must win their support for a slate of changes.
"I hope my (executive committee) colleagues share my enthusiasm for reform," Blatter wrote on his Twitter account.
FIFA's 208 member nations must also approve reform proposals at their annual congress on May 25 in Budapest, Hungary.
Blatter promised those members, who re-elected him last June, that FIFA would find solutions from inside the "football family."
However, Pieth will push for outsiders to be appointed in key positions to help ensure independent oversight.
Pieth's team is scheduled to monitor FIFA's transparency and governance overhaul through to the 2013 Congress in Mauritius.
"The reforms will have to be implemented step by step, and I will do everything in my power to fulfil this promise," Blatter said.
FIFA reforms: http://www.baselgovernance.org/gov/governance-in-sports/fifa/
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Air Canada Faces Possible Lawsuits After AC624 Crash
Daniel Tencer The Huffington Post Canada
At least two Nova Scotia law firms are gearing up to sue Air Canada on behalf of passengers involved in the crash of Flight AC624 in Halifax on Sunday morning.
Macgillivray Injury and Insurance Law told CBC it has been instructed to file a suit on behalf of a passenger who wants to sue for physical and psychological trauma. The law firm says it has consulted with other passengers interested in filing a lawsuit as well.
Other than Air Canada, the lawsuit will also likely target Halifax Stanfield International Airport and Nav Canada, which operates the country’s air navigation system, CTV reports.
All 133 passengers aboard the flight survived, and no major injuries were reported, although 25 people were sent to hospital.
Serious injury lawyer Ray Wagner told the Halifax Chronicle-Herald his law firm is also preparing for legal action against Air Canada, and is looking at launching a class-action lawsuit.
Besides the physical injury and psychological trauma that passengers sustained, “the emergency measures were less than adequate,” Wagner said.
Although emergency crews arrived immediately at the site of the crash, passengers waited 50 minutes to an hour to be escorted off the snowy runway, news reports indicate.
The aircraft landed 1,100 feet short of the runway threshold at around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, severing power lines and causing a power outage around the airport that hampered response efforts.
Some backup generators at the airport failed, and it took until 2 a.m. to restore power to the terminal building, the Canadian Press reported.
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The Lehendakari identifies the Basques in the …
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The Lehendakari identifies the Basques in the U.S.A. as “proof” of the various forms of “living and feeling” the Basque identity
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El Lehendakari sitúa a los vascos de EEUU como "prueba" de las diferentes maneras de "vivir y sentir" la identidad vasca Source: Irekia
During his visit to the Center for Basque Studies in the University of Nevada, the Lehendakari has bestowed the Lagun Onari distinction on the Governor of Nevada for the reception afforded to Basque immigrants.
The second day of the official visit of the Lehendakari, Patxi López, to the U.S.A. has centered around the University of Nevada (Reno). Having visited the installations of the Center for Basque Studies, the Lehendakari bestowed the Lagun Onari distinction on the Lieutenant Governor of Nevada, Brian Krolicki, for the welcome afforded by the State to the Basques who emigrated to this territory over the course of the last century. The Lehendakari has drawn attention to the fact that this welcome enabled the emigrants to combine "a feeling of belonging to the United States of America whilst maintaining their love of the Basque territories that represent their origins." "We should not sublimate a single Basque identity, but rather each individual must live and feel this identity in their own manner. And you, the Basques of the U.S. are the best proof of the truth of this statement. Capable of feeling both Americans and Basques, capable of merging these cultures, of combining them and of loving them equally," López affirmed.
The Basque Country and the Center for Basque Studies of the University of Nevada have ratified the collaboration agreement between these two institutions to continue to work together in order to disseminate Basque culture and the Basque reality throughout the English-speaking world. The Lehendakari, Patxi López, and the Lieutenant Governor of Nevada, Brian Krolicki, have signed this agreement via which the Basque government will provide the Center for Basque Studies with 217,000 "well invested" euros, according to the Lehendakari. "Currently, the institute for Basque studies in Nevada is our showcase for the English-speaking world. Furthermore, it is a meeting point between the North American and Basque academic worlds," he added.
The University of Nevada (Reno) has provided the setting for the signing of this collaboration agreement, an act which, in addition to the Lehendakari, was attended by the Basque Minister for Culture, Blanca Urgell, the General Secretary for Overseas Action, Guillermo Echenique, the founder of the Center for Basque Studies, Bill Douglas, the President of the University in Reno, Milton Glick, and the Lieutenant Governor of Nevada, Brian Krolicki. Prior to the singing of the agreement and the bestowal of the Lagun Onari distinction on the State of Nevada, the delegation of the Basque Government visited the University in Reno.
The act of signing the agreement also served to enable the bestowal of the Lagun Onari distinction on the State of Nevada, for the welcome afforded to the thousands of Basques who emigrated to this territory. Indeed, the Lehendakari specifically addressed the Basques residents of the State of Nevada, encouraging them to continue "to feel proud of who they were and what they were." "We should not sublimate a single Basque identity, but rather each individual must live and feel this identity in their own manner. And you, the Basques of the U.S. are the best proof of the truth of this statement. Capable of feeling both Americans and Basques, capable of merging these cultures, of combining them and of loving them equally," affirmed the Lehendakari, who feels that Basque society is enriched by those who conserve "these roots you feel within you without rejecting another culture and another society."
The Lehendakari thanked the Center for Basque Studies for its "vitally important" efforts in spreading Basque culture throughout the world. "You are true ambassadors of our small country in this country, whose dimensions cannot fail to impress the recently arrived visitor," López stated, directly thanking Basques such as Bill Douglas, Robert Laxalt and Jon Bilbao who set up and developed the Basque Studies Syllabus.
Nevada boasts 6000 individuals with Basque origins, ranking third behind California and Idaho in terms of the number of Basques, and houses the Center for Basque Studies, which produces 95% of the content relating to the Basque Country and its culture in English. "As a result of this success, today we bring another small piece of the Basque Country here, but we would also like to take back a piece of the Basque North America that defines you," he added.
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El Grupo de Trabajo preparatorio del Consejo de Ministros Europeos de Empleo (EPSCO) acuerda el borrador de conclusiones sobre la Estrategia Anual de Crecimiento Sostenible 2020 y el Informe conjunto sobre el Empleo
THE BASQUE DECLARATION
Environment and Territorial Policy
La Estación Ballenera Vasca de Red Bay, en Labrador, Canadá, celebrará el 21 de junio el día de sus orígenes
The intervention of Iñaki Susaeta in the nrg4sd side event, COP 22 Marraketch
Ana Oregi destaca el papel de los 6 humedales Ramsar del País Vasco en la conservación de la biodiversidad
European Week of Regions and Cities devotes special attention to youth and the active aging of the elderly
The new Sustainable Cities Platform and the “Basque Declaration” at Hábitat III, Quito
El delegado del Gobierno Vasco en Estados Unidos y Canadá participará en la Climate Week de Nueva York
Les Nations avancent l’action climatique à la Conférence climat 2016 des Nations Unies
Red Bay is currently recreating its 16th century Basque origins
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Archive: November 2012
Typical Business Storytelling After an M&A Transaction: Not So Good
There’s a certain “cycle of life” in business. Companies are born, struggle, grow … and grow some more. Then the decline sets in, which typically culminates with the company dying, merging or being acquired. This keeps the investment bankers busy, befitting the thousands of transactions that take place each year. This also means thousands of …more
Visual Storytelling Can Bring Out a Company’s Humanity
The largest semiconductor in the world runs a story depicting tattoos with “Intel” as part of the deisgn. Caterpillar produces a video about the role of their tractors in uniting the country of Madagascar. Visual storytelling can be an effective means to show a company’s humanity to the outside world. It’s tough for B2B companies …more
How to Trash a Brand with Storytelling
I am a big fan of The New York Times Dining section. Donut drama. Importing Mom instead of the pasta. Hunting for “treasures” in restaurant laundry. And the list goes on. The NYT Dining journalists know how to shape story lines beyond the – “chef showed restraint, allowing the flavor of the fresh [fill in …more
Procurement and the Buying of PR Services
It always feels like a tussle between Procurement and the PR agency. The Council of PR Firms offers a paper called, “Procurement Professionals Q&A: Advancing the Working Relationship with Public Relations Firms” which proposes the money side be handled as thus: With regard to the financial negotiation, there should be a short term and longer …more
Does the Executive’s LinkedIn Profile Hurt or Help Your Media Relations Effort?
In preparing for a storytelling workshop in Asia last week, I spoke with six different journalists from blue-chip properties like Reuters and The Next Web. I asked a simple question – How do you prepare for an executive interview? While each journalist has formulated his or her own approach to due diligence, two common denominators …more
Why Do We Craft Executive Quotes with the Stiffness of Plywood?
We’ve all done it. We sandwich the most vanilla verb with a noun or two and gushing adjectives and end up with an executive quote that communicates absolutely nothing. It’s such a waste, particularly in today’s media environment in which journalists are moving so quickly they increasingly need a quick way to plug in a …more
Ranking the Global PR Agencies in Social Media
Every PR agency claims social media expertise. As the “train wrecks” demonstrate, it’s not always true. With this in mind, Sociagility has rated how global PR agencies perform in applying social media to themselves for the second consecutive year. To put science behind the quest, Sociagility uses what it calls the PRINTTM methodology to rank …more
Storytelling on the Contact Page of a Company Website?
Yes. But before diving into the topic at hand, it’s worth a visit to your Google Analytics. This doesn’t require a lengthy analysis. Click on the site content and pull up the pages with the most views. If you’re a B2B play, it’s likely that your contact page is a top producer of pageviews. It …more
I Know You Hear Me, But Are You Listening?
This post has nothing to do with storytelling techniques. No pithy remarks about a Malcolm Gladwell essay. Nor does it offer a fresh take on public relations or social media or how to appease the search engine gods. The post has everything to do with communications. Specifically, it touches on the most basic form of …more
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28:1 T.S.M.
28:2 These are verses from the clear Book!
28:3 We shall recite in all truth to you some information about Moses and Pharaoh for folk who believe.
28:4 Pharaoh had acted haughtily on earth and split his people into factions, seeking to weaken a group of them. He slaughtered their sons and let their women live; he was so depraved!
28:5 Yet We wanted to endow those who were considered inferior on earth, and make them into leaders and make them [Our] heirs.
28:6 We established them on earth and showed Pharaoh and Haman as well as their troops how they should beware of them.
28:7 We inspired Moses´ mother [as follows]: "Nurse him. If you should fear for him, then cast him into the river. Do not fear nor feel sad; We will return him to you, and appoint him as a missionary."
28:8 Pharaoh´s household took him in, so that he became an enemy and [a source of] sadness for them. Pharaoh and Haman as well as their troops were so mistaken!
28:9 Pharaoh´s wife said: "[He´ll be] a comfort for me and for you. Do not kill him! Perhaps he´ll benefit us, or we´ll adopt him as a son." They did not suspect [a thing].
28:10 Next morning the vitals of Moses´ mother felt empty; she almost revealed who he was, if We had not bound up her heart so she would be a believer.
28:11 She told his sister: "Keep track of him." So she watched out for him from a distance while they did not notice it.
28:12 We kept him from nursing at first, and so she said: "Shall I lead you to a family who will look after him for you? They will take good care of him."
28:13 Thus We restored him to his mother so he might comfort her and she would not feel so sad, and so she would know that God´s promise is true, even though most of them do not realize it.
28:14 When he reached maturity and came of age, We gave him discretion and knowledge. Thus We reward those who act kindly.
28:15 He entered the city at a time when its people were lax, and found two men fighting there, one from his own sect and the other from his enemy´s. The one who was from his own faction appealed for his assistance against the one who was from his enemy´s. Moses punched him and he finished him off! He said: "This is some of Satan´s work; he is such an enemy, a plain misleader."
28:16 He said: "My Lord, I have wronged my own soul. Forgive me!" So He forgave him; He is the Forgiving, the Merciful,
28:17 He said: "My Lord, since You have shown me such favor, I shall never back up any criminals [again]."
28:18 Yet he felt fearful next morning in the city; he was on the alert, when the man he had tried to support the day before called out to him for help [again]. Moses told him: "You are clearly a trouble-maker."
28:19 When he wanted to catch the one who was an enemy to them both, he said: "Moses, do you want to kill me just as you killed another person yesterday.? You only want to become a bully on earth; you do not want to be a reformer."
28:20 A man came hurrying up from the further end of the city; he said: "Moses, the councilmen are deliberating about you, whether they should execute you. Clear out! I am giving you sincere advice."
28:21 He left it fearfully, on the alert. He said: "My Lord, save me from such wrongdoing folk!"
28:22 As he made his way towards Midian, he said: "Perhaps my Lord will guide me along some level path."
28:23 When he approached the water of Midian, he found a company of people watering [their flocks] there, and found two women besides them, holding theirs off at a distance. He said: "What´s the matter with you?" They both said: "We may not draw any water until the herdsmen move on. Our father is an elderly gentleman."
28:24 So he did the watering for them. Then he went off to [rest in] the shade, and said: "My Lord, I am poor enough to accept anything You may grant me."
28:25 One of the girls came up to him, walking bashfully. She said: "My father invites you, in order to reward you with some [sort of] payment since you have done the watering for us." When he came up to him, he told him the stories. He said: "Do not fear; you have escaped from wrongdoing folk."
28:26 One of the two (girls) said: "My father, hire him! The best man you can hire is someone who is strong, trustworthy."
28:27 He said: "I want to marry you to one of these daughters of mine, provided you hire yourself out to me for eight seasons. If you should complete ten, then that will be your own affair. I do not want to be hard on you; you will find me an honorable man, if God so wishes."
28:28 He said: "That is up to you and me; whichever term I may serve out, there will be no injustice done to me. God is a Trustee for anything we say."
28:29 When Moses had completed the term [that he had promised to work] and was travelling away with his family, he glimpsed a fire on a slope of Mount [Sinai]. He told his family: "Stay here! I´ve glimpsed a fire. Perhaps I may bring you some news from it, or an ember from the fire so you may warm yourselves."
28:30 So when he came up to it, someone called out to him from the tree in the blessed hollow on the right bank of the valley: "Moses, I am God, Lord of the Universe!"
28:31 And then: "Throw down your staff." When he saw it twitching as if it were possessed, he turned around and tried to escape. "Moses, come closer and do not act afraid. You will be safe!
28:32 Slip your hand into your shirtfront; it will come out white without being harmed. And gather up your courage against any apprehension. These will be two proofs from your Lord for Pharaoh and his councilors; they have been such immoral folk.
28:33 He said: "My Lord, I killed a person among them, and fear they may execute me.
28:34 My brother Aaron is more convincing with his tongue; send him along with me to back me up and vouch for me. I fear they will talk me out of it."
28:35 He said: "We shall strengthen your arm by means of your brother and grant both of you authority so they will not overtake either of you. Because of Our signs, you both will win out, as well as anyone who follows you."
28:36 When Moses brought them Our clear signs, they said: "This is only some contrived magic. We have not heard of this through our early forefathers."
28:37 Moses said: "My Lord is quite Aware as to who brings guidance from His presence and who will attain the Home in the end. Wrongdoers do not succeed."
28:38 Pharaoh said: "Councilmen, I have not known any god for you except myself. Light [a kiln] for me, Haman, for some clay, and build me a tower so I may climb up to Moses´ god. Still I think he´s a liar!"
28:39 Both he and his troops acted overproud on earth without any right [to be so]. They thought they would never return to Us.
28:40 We seized him and his troops and hurled them into the deep. See how the outcome was for wrongdoers!
28:41 We turned them into leaders who invite [men] to the Fire. On Resurrection Day they will not be supported.
28:42 We shall let a curse follow them in this world, while on Resurrection Day they will look hideous.
28:43 We gave Moses the Book after We had wiped out the earliest generations [to serve] as insights for mankind, and for guidance and mercy so they might bear it in mind.
28:44 You [Muhammad], were not (present) on the western slope when We settled the matter for Moses, nor were you a witness;
28:45 but We raised up some generations, and [their] lifetime was prolonged for them. Nor were you a resident among the people of Midian, reciting Our signs to them, but We were [to send] emissaries.
28:46 You were not on the slope of Mount [Sinai] when We called out, but [have been sent] as a mercy from your Lord so you might warn a folk whom no warner had come to before you, so that they might bear it in mind.
28:47 If only some calamity would strike them because of what [evil] their hands have sent on ahead, and so they would say: "Our Lord, if only you had sent us some messenger, we should have followed Your signs and been believers!"
28:48 Yet when the Truth did come to them from Our presence, they said: "If he were only given the same as Moses was given!" Still had they not already disbelieved in what Moses was given? They say: "Double magic, to back each other up!" And they say: "We disbelieve in everything."
28:49 SAY: "Bring a book from God´s presence which will be a better guide than either of them so I may follow it if you are that truthful."
28:50 If they do not respond to you, then know they are merely following their own whims. Who is more misguided than someone who follows his own whim without having any guidance from God? God does not guide wrongdoing folk."
28:51 We have conveyed the Statement to them so they might keep it in mind.
28:52 The ones We gave the Book to previously believe in it;
28:53 whenever it is recited to them, they say: "We believe in it; it is the Truth from our Lord! We have already committed ourselves to [live in] peace."
28:54 Those will be given their payment twice over because of what they have endured; they ward off evil with good and spend some of what We have provided them with.
28:55 Whenever they hear any gossip, they shun it and say: "We hold to our actions while you have your actions." Peace be upon you! We do not hanker after ignorant people."
28:56 You do not guide someone you love, but God guides anyone He wishes. He is quite Aware as to who are guided.
28:57 They say: "If we followed guidance along with you, we´d be swept out of our land." Yet have We not established a safe haven for them where produce of every sort is brought from Our presence as sustenance? However most of them do not realize it.
28:58 How many towns have We wiped out who were reckless in their way of livings Those dwellings of theirs have been inhabited only occasionally since then. We have been [their] heirs!
28:59 Your Lord has never been the destroyer of any towns unless He had dispatched a messenger to their capital city who recited Our signs to them. Nor did We ever destroy any towns unless their people became wrongdoers.
28:60 Anything you have been given is for enjoyment and as an attraction during worldly life. Yet what God has is better and more lasting. Will you not use your reason?
28:61 Is someone We have made a handsome promise to and who will receive it, like someone whom We have allowed to enjoy worldly life, then will be made to appear on Resurrection Day?
28:62 Some day He will call out to them and say: "Where are My associates whom you have been claiming."
28:63 The ones against whom the Sentence will be pronounced will say: "Our Lord, those are the people whom we have misled! We misled them just as we ourselves went astray. We absolve ourselves before You; it was not we whom they worshipped."
28:64 Someone will say: "Appeal to your associates!" So they will appeal to them, yet they will not answer them. They will see the Torment-if only they had accepted guidance!
28:65 Some day He will call out to them and say: "How did you answer the emissaries?"´
28:66 The news will seem confusing to them on that day, and they will not [be able to] question one another.
28:67 Yet anyone who repented, believed and acted honorably may possibly be among those who are successful.
28:68 Your Lord creates and chooses anything He wishes; while they have no choice. Praise be to God; Exalted is He over anything they may associate with Him!
28:69 Your Lord knows anything their breasts conceal and anything they may disclose.
28:70 He is God [Alone]; there is no deity except Him! Praise belongs to Him from the very first as well as in the Hereafter. Discretion is His, and to Him will you (all) return.
28:71 SAY: "Have you considered, if God should lay perpetual night over you until Resurrection Day, what deity besides God would bring you any radiance? Will you not listen?"
28:72 SAY: "Have you considered whether if God should lay perpetual daylight over you until Resurrection Day, what deity other than God would bring you night wherein you might find rest? Will you not observe [these things]?
28:73 "Out of His mercy He has granted you night and daytime so you may rest in the one and seek some of His bounty [in the other], and so that you may feel grateful."
28:74 Some day He will call out to them and say: "Where are My associates whom you have been claiming?"
28:75 We shall drag a witness out of every nation and We shall say: ´Bring on your proof!" They will realize that Truth belongs to God while whatever they were inventing has left them in the lurch.
28:76 Quran belonged to Moses´ folk, and he acted insolently towards them. We gave him such treasures that his keys [alone) would have overburdened a squad of strong men. So his people told him: "Don´t act so happy, for God does not love people who are too happy.
28:77 Seek a home in the Hereafter through whatever God has given you. Do not neglect your share in this world, and act kindly, just as God has treated you kindly. Do not aim to cause mischief on earth; God does not love mischief makers."
28:78 He said: "I have been given it only because of some knowledge I possess." Did he not realize that God had wiped out generations before him who were stronger than he and possessed even greater resources? Will not criminals be questioned concerning their offences?
28:79 He went forth to his folk [dressed] in his finery. Those who wanted worldly life said: "If we only had the same as Quran has been given! He has been extremely lucky!"
28:80 However those who had been given knowledge said: "It will be too bad for you! God´s recompense is better for anyone who believes and acts honorably. Yet only the patient will encounter it."
28:81 Then We let the earth swallow up him and his home. He did not have any party to support him against God; he was not supported.
28:82 Those who longed to be in his place the day before, said the next morning: "Since it is God Who extends sustenance to anyone He wishes from among His servants and measures it out, it would have swallowed us up too if God had not cared for us. It seems that disbelievers do not prosper.
28:83 That home in the Hereafter will We grant to those who want neither haughtiness nor any corruption on earth. The outcome belongs to those who do their duty.
28:84 Anyone who brings a fine deed will have something even better than it, while anyone who comes with an evil deed [will find that] those who perform evil deeds will not be rewarded except for whatever they have been doing.
28:85 The One Who has charged you with the Reading will return you to [your] destination. SAY: "My Lord is quite Aware as to who has brought guidance and who is in plain error."
28:86 You did not expect that the Book would be delivered to you except as a mercy from your Lord.
28:87 Do not let it distract you [observing] God´s signs once they have been sent down to you. I [people to meet] your Lord and do not be an associator;
28:88 do appeal to any other deity along with God: there is no god except Him. Everything is perishable except His face! Discretion belongs to Him, and to Him will you (all) be returned.
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Why This Entrepreneur Believes You May Soon Love Cricket
And entrepreneur Robyn Shapiro will bring them to you
By Joshua Spodek@spodek
I act more on the environment than most and believe the evidence shows that innovation and technology are at most a small part of any solution.
Food and our eating habits have to be a major part, which I've written about:
Google's Eric Schmidt Named This the No. 1 Tech Trend, and Bill Gates Supports It
The Impossible Burger: More Revolutionary, and Meatier, Than I Thought
Do American Restaurants Only Serve Comfort Food?
Can I Live With Less Salt?
?Since many "green" ventures seem more interested in wrapping themselves in a trend than actually reducing consumption, I attended an event promoting innovation and technology in food with skepticism.
I was pleasantly surprised to find several ventures that could actually help, not just talk.
?Though vegetarian myself, I couldn't help seeing the appeal of Seek, which brought crickets to the table, literally.
I asked founder Robyn Shapiro to share more about cricket flour and a future with an ingredient already eaten around the world.
Let's start by describing your project. Whom do you help? What problem do you solve?
Robyn Shapiro: To address some of the world's greatest health and environmental issues, Seek incorporates sustainable cricket protein into a line of healthy foods, such as granola, energy bites, baking flours and protein powder. Seek partners with award-winning chefs and bakers with cookbooks and original recipes using our flours.
We are at a really interesting time with cricket protein, there is a lot of awareness about it as a new ingredient, but consumers still need to cross a psychological barrier to begin more widely incorporating it into their diet. Through working with such talented chefs and bakers, we can both inspire and educate a new generation of cricket eaters.
Our reliance on meat in developed nations, and as the world population continues to grow. We don't have enough land, feed, and water.
Crickets use 15x less water, 12x less feed and 14x less land than beef, while delivering 3x more protein and releasing virtually no greenhouse gases.
Livestock production is one of the world's most environmentally damaging industries contributing more greenhouse gases than cars, planes and all other forms of transportation combined.
Edible insects are the food of the future, endorsed by the U.N., the retired CEO of Pepsico, Indra Nooyi, and Bill Gates. Crickets also contain many vitamins and minerals and have a high bioavailability. Crickets have 3x more protein than beef, 1.5x more calcium than milk, 15% more iron than spinach, as much omega 3's as salmon and 30 times more B12 than beef.
Additionally, recent research shows that a diet high in cricket protein may improve gut health and reduce inflammation.
Your idea makes me think, "Why didn't I think of that?!?", a thought I associate with entrepreneurial success. It seems like a lot of new food start-ups find clear missing opportunities. How did everyone miss it?
RS: The UN research on edible insects made sense to me.
Here is food we've consumed for millennia, that is incredibly nutritious and sustainable with culinary traditions around the world surrounding it.
I saw only consumer perception standing in the way for Americans. It's big, but I believe in humanity and that when something will truly benefit society like eating crickets and other insects, that we will move in the right direction.
It all ladders up. It takes time and many will resist, but change is inevitable. It is tough to say that not focusing on this sooner was a "missed opportunity," rather we needed something powerful to help challenge our very deep seeded beliefs.
That power came from the UN's hard numbers, enough to create an industry.
Inc. readers like to innovate. Do you see other opportunities or areas outside yours that others can act on or look into?
RS: I am often asked, why crickets and not other insects. The answer is that crickets are great entry level insect, not as scary as others. They might remind you Disney's Jiminy Cricket.
That said, our entire ecosystem relies on insects. Their populations are at risk. They're essential to the world's global food systems. They create, serve as and decompose food. It is estimated that insects contribute $57B of free labor to the US economy.
We are just scratching the surface with farming insects. We know of around 2,000 edible insects. Beyond food, we can learn a lot from them.
A plastic eating caterpillar was recently discovered.
Research indicates sea slugs may help fight cancer.
Insects with an exoskeleton, like crickets, have a molecule called chitin, which may help immune systems.
With only a tenth of the insect population classified, you can imagine the possibilities. It's time to start thinking small to think big.
There are a lot of food startups in health and efficiency. Has the field arrived, is it just starting, is it already mature, or where do you see it?
RS: This is a huge and important question. Health focused food start-ups correlates with the rise of food-related health issues. About half of American adults have preventable diseases, many related to diet. We need to reevaluate what we put into our bodies and how we live.
This industry is just starting. We will see more focus on food as medicine and on sustainability. Eating right will need a lot of boxes checked.
This is why Seek is focusing on crickets as an alternative protein, it addresses all of these issues, while still being rooted in nature and tradition.
What is the biggest barrier you face? What about for new entrants?
RS: Consumer perception.
Partnering with leading culinary professionals helps, and I believe this movement will tip soon.
Access is important too. In a poll, we found that 75% of people have not tried crickets yet because they did not have access (29% said it was because they were freaked out).
However, 94% said they believe they will try crickets within a year, meaning that even some people culturally scared still philosophically support the idea of eating crickets. We just need to make Seek and other cricket-based products more available and teach people about it.
You seem personally passionate and look like you're working hard. Which came first, the hard work, the passion, both, or something else?
RS: Both.
I've never been short of hard work or passion. Food and the environment have always been passions, so being able to combine them into my daily work is immensely rewarding.
Five years abroad in Switzerland showed me the health and environmental issues stemming from our global food system. There was no local food or green movement, people just ate and acted with respect for the environment. I wanted to apply that approach in the US. If I could chip away at some issues here, I could begin to create real impact.
I worked in advertising. As I saw the negative effects of overconsumption, I woke up one day with a moral crisis with what I was doing. I quit my prestigious job and started working on a farm in Greenpoint, Brooklyn--a shock to my family and friends, but pure joy to me. I wanted to use my branding skills to redirect people to more socially minded products and ideas.
Not long after came Seek, and it started as a series of dinners at my home with insects as the star ingredient. I knew if I could develop tasty snacks with crickets with branding that resonated, then insects as food would become normal.
I continue to build upon that original thesis and educate customers. Advocating for cricket protein is not only my business, it has become a lifelong mission.
Here's a curve ball since I avoid packaged food. Can I buy from you in bulk or other way minimizing waste (I consider recycling waste)?
RS: No curve ball here, we just introduced a line of flours which will be available in individual bags or in bulk sizes.
RS: Our new line of cricket protein baking flours includes an All-Purpose, Gluten-Free and Paleo blend for specific dietary needs. We will have a 100% pure cricket powder too, also great for keto. Cricket flour adds a delightfully nutty flavor and is versatile, making it a new kitchen staple.
We are launching The Cricket Cookbook with chefs' and bakers' original recipes using one of our flours - the first cookbook of its kind! It shows crickets' diversity and deliciousness, great for anyone looking to eat healthy and sustainably or looking to broaden their palate.
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MX Player drops the episodes of its newest drama ‘Beehad ka Baghi’
by India Post Newspaper
MUMBAI: Revenge is an emotion that can lead you to take many a drastic steps and bringing viewers once such rebellious story from the Indian hinterlands is MX Exclusive Beehad Ka Baghi, that has dropped on MX Player today.
Inspired by true events, this 5 episodic drama highlights the life of a “Baghi” who rebelled against the atrocities committed against his family.
Set in 1998, this is Shiv Kumar’s story – of his rebellion and subsequent reign of terror as a dreaded dacoit in Chitrakoot, Bundelkhand. Circumstances saw him take to a life of crime as a bandit – but with a difference.
A modern day Robinhood or better known as Dadda, he was hailed as a messiah for the poor. His grit and determination helped him build a powerful ecosystem wherein the police, administration and even the most powerful politicians become subservient to him.
Ritam Srivastav, who won accolades for his last digital outing MX Original Series Raktanchal is the writer/ director of Beehad ka Baghi as well and he said, “India is a treasure trove of stories, the kind of narratives one can find in the tiniest corners of the country is unimaginable.
This story is inspired by true events of the legendary baghis of Bundelkhand and their life of relentless perils. The research and shoot for such subjects is always interesting, the deeper you dive in, the more you learn and it was crucial that we visit the region, do a deep study to understand the terrain and the ethno-cultural background so that we could bring viewers this tale as authentically as possible.”
This riveting series sees Dilip Arya, Laura Mishra, Indraneel Bhattacharya, Jeetu Shastri, Ravi Khanvilkar, Shashi Chaturvedi, Parul Bansal, Vinod Nahardih, Pranay Narayan, Manoj Joshi and Nandram Anand play pivotal roles and it can be watched now for FREE, exclusively on MX Player.
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IEO Releases Evaluation of IMF Advice on Unconventional Monetary Policies
IndraStra Global Friday, June 14, 2019 IMF , Press Release , Reports Edit
On June 14, 2019, the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its evaluation of IMF Advice on Unconventional Monetary Policies (UMP). The report evaluates the IMF’s advice both to the countries which initiated these UMPs and to countries—particularly emerging markets—affected by spillovers from such policies.
In releasing the evaluation report, IEO Director Charles Collyns observed that “in many ways the IMF’s response to an unprecedented challenge to monetary policymakers was impressive. But, there were also some shortcomings in the Fund’s engagement.” He said implementing the report’s recommendations, which were broadly endorsed by IMF management and Executive Board, would help the Fund “raise its game” on monetary policy advice, particularly relevant as the next global downturn may well find many central banks with limited room for conventional easing.
The report recognizes that the IMF provided timely validation to central banks leading the way on UMP, while urging action where such monetary support was slower in coming. The Fund monitored the potential financial stability risks from these policies and helped develop a macroprudential policy toolkit to manage them. The Fund also mobilized to help emerging markets and the international monetary system deal with the cross-border impacts of UMP.
While appreciating this wide-ranging response, Prakash Loungani, team leader for the evaluation, said that the report finds that limited depth of expertise on monetary policy issues and high turnover of country teams impeded the Fund’s ability to provide cutting-edge advice tailored to country circumstances. The report also suggests that the IMF could have done more to explore alternative policy mixes that could have limited side-effects from UMP and that some emerging market policymakers felt that the Fund could have been more supportive to help them address the challenges from volatile capital flows.
The report makes concrete recommendations to build-up the IMF’s monetary expertise and other steps to raise the capacity to provide timely advice in the future on this core area of the Fund’s work.
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Year : 2010 | Volume : 19 | Issue : 1 | Page : 5-12
Hallucinations: Clinical aspects and management
Suprakash Chaudhury
Department of Psychiatry, RINPAS, Kanke, Ranchi - 834 006, India
Department of Psychiatry, RINPAS, Kanke, Ranchi - 834 006
The literature on hallucinations is reviewed, including its occurrence in different psychiatric disorders, neurological disorders and normal persons. The diagnostic significance of hallucinations is also discussed. Reports of hallucinations in normal people are reviewed. The different modes of the management of hallucinations are briefly discussed.
Keywords: Clinical aspects, hallucinations, management
Chaudhury S. Hallucinations: Clinical aspects and management. Ind Psychiatry J 2010;19:5-12
Chaudhury S. Hallucinations: Clinical aspects and management. Ind Psychiatry J [serial online] 2010 [cited 2021 Jan 18];19:5-12. Available from: https://www.industrialpsychiatry.org/text.asp?2010/19/1/5/77625
In 1799, a Prussian bookseller of skeptical disposition named Christoph Friedrich Nicolai read a paper to the Royal Society of Berlin entitled "A Memoir on the Appearance of Spectres or Phantoms occasioned by Disease." In this, Nicolai described how one morning in February 1791, during a period of considerable stress and melancholy in his personal life, he saw the apparition of a deceased person in the presence of his wife, who, however, reported seeing nothing. This apparition haunted him for the duration of the day and, in the subsequent weeks, the number of these figures began to increase. This paper attained cult status as a paradigmatic case throughout the psychological literature of the nineteenth century following its translation into English in 1803. Although hallucinations have been a hallmark of mental illness for centuries, they are not always pathological. Hearing one's name called aloud or hearing a person's voice but finding no one there is common. A few people describe hearing a comforting or advising voice at some time in their lives. Recently, bereaved widows and widowers may "hear" or, more commonly, "see" their dead spouse. Up to one in six people in Britain and the United States have seen, heard or otherwise experienced ghosts or spirits. Lights, visions and voices may be seen or heard during profound religious or mystical experiences, especially conversion - the experiences of Joan of Arc and St Paul are familiar examples. [1]
Clinical Aspects of Hallucinations
The IPSS estimated that 70% of schizophrenia patients experienced hallucinations. [2] The most common hallucinations in schizophrenia are auditory, followed by visual. Tactile, olfactory and gustatory are reported less frequently [Table 1]. [3] Visual hallucinations in schizophrenia have a predominance of denatured people, parts of bodies, unidentifiable things and superimposed things. Overall, one gains the impression that the schizophrenic's visual world has a surrealist fairy tale flavor, populated with things that do not exist in the real world and people who appear in a symbolic, fragmentary or attenuated form.
Table 1: Study of the prevalence and types of hallucinations in India and the USA[4]
Affective disorders
Severe depression is sometimes accompanied by auditory hallucinations, which are usually transient and limited to single words or short phrases and, generally, saying things consistent with the patient's depressed mood. Auditory hallucinations may also occur in mania. The voices usually talk directly to the patient and the content is congruent with the patient's abnormally elevated mood. Negative hallucinations have been reported in depression.
Symptoms of postpartum disorders center on the women's feelings about the newborn baby and her role as a mother. A hallucinating mother may simply hear her baby crying, hear voices telling her to kill her baby or accusing her of not being a competent mother.
Hallucinations induced by psychoactive substances
Psychoactive substances predominantly induce visual hallucinations. These are usually preceded by unformed visual sensations - alterations of color, size, shape and movement. The images are usually abstract, such as lines, circles and stars. Later on, the person experiences vivid and colorful images. Auditory hallucinations that are unformed and indistinct noises are heard in substance-induced psychoses. Tactile hallucinations in the form of insects crawling up the skin are experienced during cocaine and amphetamine intoxication. Reflex hallucinations are experienced under the influence of psychedelic drugs, wherein the patient perceives colorful visual hallucination in response to loud noises. After repeated ingestion of drugs, some people may experience a phenomenon called "flashbacks," which are spontaneous recurrences of illusions and visual hallucinations during the drug-free state, similar to that experienced during the active stage of drug administration. This phenomenon can occur months after the last intake of drug.
Hallucinations in delirium tremens usually involve visual hallucinations, which typically involve different types of animals (cats, dogs, insects, snakes, rats) or signs and shapes (multicolored patterns, chalk writing on slate). Tactile hallucinations, auditory hallucinations, musical hallucinations and lilliputian hallucinations may occur. Usually, the hallucinations are unpleasant and frightening, although musical hallucinations may be pleasant.
Alcoholic hallucinosis
The syndrome is characterized by hallucinations (typically auditory, but also visual and tactile), delusions, misidentification, psychomotor disturbances and abnormal affect.
Combat veterans with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have more schizophrenic symptoms, particularly hallucinations and paranoia, compared with those without PTSD. Some combat veterans with PTSD have reported hearing persistent voices of a depressive nature involving cries for help or conversations concerning battle. Evidence suggests a specific association between hallucinations and childhood sexual abuse.
A study of 171 Borderline personality disorder (BPD) patients revealed that 29.2% reported hallucinations. Most patients expressed that the hallucinations were distressing, occurred with great frequency over prolonged periods, took control of actions or behavior (especially, self-harming behavior) and had a critical quality. Although the majority of hallucinations were auditory, visual and olfactory hallucinations were also reported. [5]
Hallucinations as a side-effect of medication,
Antidepressants such as amitriptyline, imipramine, trazodone and amoxapine can cause hallucinations,
Digoxin can cause formed and unformed visual hallucinations,
Propranolol can cause visual hallucinations,
Benztropine and trihexyphenidyl can cause visual hallucinations,
Hallucinations are reported with cimetidine, clonidine bromocriptine, levodopa, methylphenidate, antihypertensives, corticosteroids, antineoplastic and antibiotics.
Hallucination in neurological and organic mental disorders
Formed and unformed visual hallucinations occur as a result of cortical lesions involving the occipital and temporoparietal areas. Olfactory hallucinations and gustatory hallucinations are usually associated with temporal lobe lesions and lesions in the uncinate gyrus. "Crude" auditory hallucinations are more common in these conditions than formed ones. Peduncular hallucinations produce vivid, non-stereotyped, continuous, gloomy or colorful visual images that are more pronounced in murky environments. These complex visual hallucinations arise due to lesions that straddle the cerebral peduncles or involve the medial substantia nigra pars reticulata, bilaterally. Hallucinations have been reported in sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. Systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE), which involves the central nervous system, may present as hallucinations. In the above conditions the modality and content of hallucinations depends on the area of the brain involved.
Cutting [6] reported an incidence of 34% visual hallucinations and 18% auditory hallucinations. A comprehensive literature review gave a higher figure of 40-75% for any type of hallucination. [6]
The prevalence rates of hallucinations in Alzheimer's disease (AD) range from 12 to 53%. Hallucinations in AD most often are visual, although auditory, tactile and olfactory hallucinations have also been observed. Hallucinations are most prevalent in the moderate to severe stages of the illness and do not seem to occur at the end stage of the disorder.
Lewy body dementia More Details
The prevalence rates of hallucinations in Lewy body dementia (LBD) range from 46 to 65%. Although visual hallucinations are frequent, auditory, olfactory and tactile hallucinations are also reported. Pathological examination of 63 LBD patients revealed that cases with well-formed visual hallucinations had high densities of LB in the amygdale, parahippocampus and inferior temporal cortices. These temporal regions have previously been associated with visual hallucinations in other disorders. [7]
Hallucinations are reported by 24.8-39.8% of the patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Common factors associated with hallucinations in PD include greater age and duration of illness, cognitive impairment, depression and sleep disturbances. Although visual hallucinations are frequent, auditory, olfactory and tactile hallucinations are also reported. Hallucinations in PD are commonly neutral and non-threatening, and some patients are amused by their hallucinations. The hallucinatory experiences may include sensations of presence of people or animals or feeling of floating, and the patient may have adequate levels of insight.
Hallucinations in ear diseases
Auditory hallucinations have been reported in patients with both bilateral and unilateral hearing loss. It has also been reported in patients who have been bilaterally deaf since birth. The form ranges from irregular sound, instrumental music, songs to full-form voices. Unilateral auditory hallucination is mostly associated with ipsilateral hearing loss. In the above-mentioned cases, the majority did not have any psychiatric or organic condition that may account for these hallucinations. The theory of hallucinations secondary to chronic sensory deprivations seems to support the above findings.
Hallucinations in eye diseases
Visual hallucinations have been reported in patients with impaired vision or blindness since birth. When visual hallucinations follow marked visual acuity loss, in the absence of cognitive impairment, the condition is termed Charles Bonnet Syndrome, with an estimated prevalence of 0.5-17%. The content of the visual hallucinations range from colored shapes and/or patterns (simple visual hallucinations) to well-defined recognizable forms such as faces, animals, objects and scenes (complex visual hallucinations). The phenomenology of the visual hallucinations does not appear to correlate with the underlying ocular disease, although significant bilateral loss in visual acuity appears to be a primary trigger. In 1760, Charles Bonnet described vivid visual hallucinations in his psychologically normal visually impaired grandfather. Triggers of the syndrome include fatigue, low levels of illumination, bright lighting and stress (as with this patient). Once manifested, the images may last for periods varying from seconds to minutes to hours. Although the most commonly associated ocular pathology is age-related macular degeneration, the syndrome has been associated with cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and retinitis pigmentosa (as in this patient). It has also been described in cerebral disorder and as a side-effect of medication. Patients with Charles bonnet syndrome (CBS) must have formed complex persistent or repetitive visual hallucinations, full or partial retention of insight (awareness of the unreal nature of the hallucination), absence of delusions and absence of auditory or other sensory hallucinations. Single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) studies in patients with CBS disclosed hyperperfusion areas with some asymmetrical appearances in the lateral temporal cortex, striatum and thalamus. This suggests that decreased visual acuity due to eye disease produces excessive cortical compensation in the lateral temporal cortex, striatum and thalamus, which may precipitate the development of visual hallucinations. [8]
Diagnostic Significance of Hallucinations
Compared with the rich phenomenological data that we have on hallucinations, its diagnostic significance is limited.
Hallucination is considered as a core symptom of psychosis by both ICD-10 and DSM-IV.
Auditory hallucinations of thought echo, discussing type in 3 rd person and running commentary type (all form part of Schneider's first rank symptoms) form the basis of diagnosing schizophrenia according to ICD-10.
Cenesthetic hallucinations can be diagnostic of a special variety of rare schizophrenia.
Alcohol-related hallucinations can phenomenologically differentiate delirium tremens from alcoholic hallucinosis, but it is very difficult to delineate the latter from schizophrenia.
Auditory hallucinations are most common in all groups except organic brain syndromes, where visual hallucinations predominate.
In spite of the above-mentioned facts, a patient presenting with hallucinations as one of his symptoms needs complete psychiatric and neurological diagnostic evaluations to reach at the correct diagnosis.
Clinically, eliciting hallucinations and analyzing it in detail may be of prognostic and academic importance but, for diagnosis, one must get a holistic account of the patient.
Subclinical hallucination in non-psychotic children and adolescents
Some children or adolescents may report of subclinical hallucination or delusion, yet not fulfill the criteria for specific psychotic disorders [Table 2]. They are not severe or frequent enough to warrant clinical diagnosis of psychotic disorder. They range from 2 to 30% in the clinical groups, including children with conduct and emotional disorders and borderline personality. Three hypotheses in the current literature propose that these symptoms are:
Table 2: Mean rates of hallucination in the general population studies
Part of the dissociative process of PTSD and other abuse-related disorders.
Part of the schizotypal thought process.
Part of depressive symptomatology.
The relationship between childhood trauma and auditory hallucination is not limited to subjects with dissociative disorders, but is also found in the general population and in schizophrenic patients. Kessler [9] screened 341 first-admission psychotic patients and reported that 18 (5.3%) had a history of isolated early childhood hallucination lasting for various durations without other features of psychosis. He suggested that isolated early childhood hallucination may confer increased risk for adult psychosis. It is, however, unclear as to what percent of cases of isolated early childhood hallucination develops into major psychosis later in life.
Hallucinations in non-morbid conditions
Hallucinations in the general population are associated with victimization experiences, average and below average IQ and female sex. A multitude of circumstances can trigger hallucinations in normal persons (as well as clinical populations). These include deprivation (food, sensory, sleep), fatigue, during going into or waking up from sleep, sleep-related states, life-threatening states, bereavement, grief reaction, prolonged perceptual isolation, sexual abuse, religious ritual activities and trance states. Subjects may report hallucinations in conditions of increased external stimulation (e.g., when in a crowd), decreased external stimulation (e.g., when alone at night) or when there is a particular, usually repetitive, background noise (e.g., being close to fans, washing machines). It is common for people (especially older people) to see, hear or feel the presence of the deceased person during bereavement.
Treatment of Hallucinations
Hallucination as part of functional or organic psychosis responds best to antipsychotics. All antipsychotics are effective, the newer antipsychotics having an edge over the traditional antipsychotics. General guidelines for pharmacotherapy of psychosis apply for hallucination as well. Twenty-five to 30% of the auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia are refractory to traditional antipsychotic drugs. Even with the advent of newer antipsychotics, a significant minority of patients continue to hallucinate.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), in particular repetitive TMS (rTMS), has been proposed as a treatment for hallucinations in schizophrenia. Slow (1Hz) rTMS is usually used in the treatment of hallucinations because it reduces brain excitability in contrast to fast rTMS (>5 Hz used in depression treatment), which enhances brain excitability. Studies clearly establishing the efficacy of rTMS for the treatment of hallucinations are lacking. A recent metaanalysis concluded that low-frequency rTMS over the left temporoparietal cortex has a moderate effect size for the treatment of medication-resistant Auditory Hallucinations (AH). [34]
Coping is defined as constantly changing cognitive and behavioral efforts to change particular external and/or internal demands that are appraised as taxing or exceeding the resources of the person. Self-initiated self-coping is common in psychosis, indicating that individuals who feel overwhelmed by their psychotic experiences mobilize coping defenses. The coping strategies identified in a few studies are summarized in [Table 3].
Table 3: Coping strategies adopted by psychotic patients with hallucinations
Psychoeducation
For patients, caregivers and their associates, psychoeducation is a valuable tool for determining what is wrong with the patient and how the condition may have developed. This is especially true for a stigmatizing illness such as schizophrenia and for stigmatizing experiences such as hallucinations. Indeed, a majority of people perceive those who "hear voices" as being violent and unstable, and believe that they should be locked away. [40] The distress related to hallucinations is crucial and causes a number of problems that need to be dealt with. On an individual level, distress associated with hallucinations is alleviated by medications and psychotherapy. However, distress associated with hallucinations may also be decreased on a societal level. That is, if attitudes in the general population concerning hallucinations were less negative and damaging, then this would make it much easier for those suffering from hallucinations to properly manage their experiences. Therefore, education campaigns concerning psychotic experiences geared toward the general public, schools and primary health service are also an important intervention strategy. Brief educational courses in mental illness reduce stigmatizing attitudes among a wide variety of participants. [41]
Cognitive behavior therapy
The aims of Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for psychotic patients are to reduce the distress and disability caused by psychotic symptoms, to reduce emotional disturbances and to help the person to arrive at an understanding of psychosis, to promote the active participation of the individual in the regulation of risk of relapse and social disability. Garety et al, [42] conceptualized CBT as a series of six stages: (1) building and maintaining a therapeutic relationship, (2) using cognitive-behavior coping strategies, (3) developing a new understanding of the experience of psychosis, (4) addressing delusions and hallucinations, (5) addressing negative self-evaluations, anxiety and depression and (6) managing the risk of relapse and social disability.
An ABC analysis of voices
According to this formulation, a voice is seen as an activating event (A) to which the individual gives a meaning (B) and experiences the associated emotional and behavioral reactions (C). This, the distress and coping behavior, are consequences not of the hallucination itself but of the individual's belief about hallucination. [Table 4] gives two examples of ABC analysis of auditory hallucinations, one for a voice believed to be benevolent and one malevolent.
Table 4: ABC analysis of auditory hallucinations
Evaluation of CBT
Studies suggest that CBT is a modestly effective treatment scheme for positive psychotic symptoms, although there have been negative findings in well-conducted studies. However, few studies have specifically examined the positive effect of CBT on hallucinations, although Valmaggia et al.[43] observed that it may alleviate some features of hallucinations. One general limit of CBT is that it does not deal with the hallucinations themselves but deals exclusively with reactions (e.g., distress) to the experiences. Furthermore, CBT does not improve patients' depression, negative symptoms or social functioning and, although, CBT is more effective than routine care, the superiority of CBT is less evident when it is compared with other therapies that use equivalent amounts of one-to-one therapist attention. Lynch et al.[44] analyzed pooled data from published trials of CBT in schizophrenia, major depression and bipolar disorder that used controls for non-specific effects of intervention. Trials of effectiveness against relapse were also pooled, including those that compared CBT with treatment as usual. Blinding was examined as a moderating factor. They concluded that CBT is no better than non-specific control interventions in the treatment of schizophrenia and that it does not reduce the relapse rates. CBT was effective in reducing symptoms in major depression, although the effect size was small, and in reducing relapse. CBT was ineffective in reducing relapse in bipolar disorder.
Hallucination-focused integrative treatment
Hallucination-focused integrative treatment (HIT) uses multiple modalities to maximize control of persistent auditory hallucinations. It integrates a number of different types of treatment strategies (CBT, supportive psychotherapy, psychoeducation, coping training, mobile crisis intervention and antipsychotic medication). The intervention uses 20 one-hour sessions over 9-12 months. HIT is different from most CBT programmes in that both patient and relatives receive cognitive interventions and coping training. Studies suggest that HIT is effective for chronic schizophrenia patients and for psychotic adolescents with auditory hallucinations. Also, these positive effects last as long as 9-18 months after treatment. [45]
Methodological difficulties in the psychological treatment of auditory hallucination
Auditory hallucinations are subjective experiences that are difficult to measure objectively. The advent of effective pharmacological treatment might have hampered research on various psychological treatments of auditory hallucination, which has prevented the characterization of any putative good response group. There is insufficient evidence to favor any particular psychological treatment over any other. All the above techniques show a benefit in some patients. This suggests that rather than abandoning psychological therapies, treatment should be individually tailored and used as an adjunct to pharmacotherapy.
Hallucination is a fundamental symptom in psychiatry. Two hundred years of research into this phenomenon has not yet answered the following questions:
Whether hallucinations are pathognomic of psychosis or not?
Whether the presence of hallucinations (as such or in different modalities and forms) can include or exclude certain diagnoses or not?
What is the neural substrate of hallucination?
These questions are very basic to the understanding of mental diseases and more research in both the phenomenological and the theoretical areas is necessary to unfathom the secret.
Conventionally, hallucinations are treated as psychotic features. However, there is ample evidence to support hallucination in non-psychotic conditions. The mechanism and nosological status of these conditions are not yet clear. Assessing the cultural background in the evaluation of hallucination is important as the concept of reality varies across cultures and there is a possibility of culturally sanctioned hallucination. Apart from effective pharmacological treatment, a greater awareness is needed regarding the psychological treatment of hallucination, which can help us deal with refractory hallucinations.
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The AVM is built using “cutting-edge statistical techniques and backed by StreetEasy’s wealth of data,” which allows it to properly analyze the ever-changing New York City market, according to Doug Perlson, StreetEasy’s vice president of real estate strategy and operations.
“New York City’s housing market is unlike any other, with an incredibly diverse mix of home types and nuances that only exist here,” Perlson said, in a statement. “No two units in New York City are exactly the same.”
New York City homeowners need only claim their home and request the estimate — which is powered by artificial intelligence technology — to receive an estimate of their home’s current market, as well as an estimated price per square foot and monthly rent.
After claiming their home, homeowners are granted access to a private dashboard generated by StreetEasy that helps the consumer explore their various options, including selling or connecting with a real estate agent through the StreetEasy Experts network, which the company launched last year.
StreetEasy Experts, launched in September 2019, is a referral network of agents that advertise directly on StreetEasy listings. Agents can’t just target any listing and claim themselves to be an expert. They need to demonstrate a proven track record of success within the building by claiming their deals on the StreetEasy platform.
In a statement announcing the new AVM, StreetEasy was also clear that the tool is not an appraisal and “should be used as a starting point and supplemented with other resources, such as a comparative market analysis from a local real estate agent and a professional appraisal of the home.”
Still, the use of AVMs, are often points of contention from real estate agents who question their accuracy or have to contend with clients citing the Zestimate over their own analysis.
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A Hardee act to follow
As he celebrates 25 years in the biz, Alex Hardee explains it's all led to his latest deal, which adds TV, film and literary services to Coda's already impressive armoury
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Notching up a quarter of a century in any profession is quite a landmark, but when you’ve also helped elevate your company to the A-list among the agency elite, then that achievement is all the more impressive. On top of that, boasting an artist roster that includes a raft of established talent, as well as some of the most talked about breakthrough acts in A&R circles, like Rag’n’Bone Man and Blaise Moore, and you’ll realise why Alex Hardee has the respect of his peers around the world.
But the man himself is in bizarre denial about clocking up 25 years as an agent. “I think it’s actually 27½ years, but I can’t remember 2½ of those,” he confesses.
Born in Lewisham, south London, Alex grew up with an older brother, Malcolm, who was a success on the comedy circuit and ran the Tunnel Club. “Do you remember the act where the guys were naked but danced with the balloons covering them up? That was Malcolm,” he says. “He wrote a book called I Stole Freddie Mercury’s Birthday Cake – you can still buy it. He’d been booked to perform at his birthday party but a load of paparazzi turned up and Freddie’s manager decided they couldn’t have a bunch of guys dancing naked as the entertainment, as Freddie hadn’t come out yet. But Freddie was at his party wearing a dress – and his band was called Queen!”
Unsure about what he wanted to do when he left school, Alex adopted a maverick strategy to choose his path in life. “I was really into Luke Rhinehart’s The Dice Man, so I put my faith in the dice to decide which university and which course I would do.” As a result, teenage Alex found himself in Manchester studying aeronautical engineering.
At the same time, he followed in the footsteps of his brother and started booking comedians to make some money, establishing his own agency, Hardee Arts, to brand his endeavours. “In our second year at university, the people running the course started talking about careers and said that if we graduated we could expect to get a job as an engineer for about £16k a year. At that point I was already earning £25k part-time through the agency, so I decided university was a waste of time and I left.”
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2020-2021 Early Application Rumors
Rumor has it that Early applications are up at many of America’s elite universities (photo credit: Ad Meskens).
Around this time every year, our nation’s highly selective colleges tend to report how many Early Decision / Early Action applications have been received. After all, it’s November 20th and most ED/EA applications, with exceptions like Duke University, were due on November 1st. It doesn’t take 20 days to count the applications — not even at universities in the great state of Georgia where it turns out they’re quite accurate at counting. In any case, why are these schools so far rather mum on application figures? Typically, if a school doesn’t come out with a press release about how many applications they’ve received, it means the numbers are down. And why? Because colleges love to brag. But, this year, rumor has it that applications are not down. In fact, they’re up. And they’re up rather significantly — including among low-income students and international students.
Rumor Has It Applications from Low-Income Students Are Up
This may come as a surprise to many but, hey, 2020 is the year of surprises! Who ever would have thought that students across the country would be disappointed that they don’t have to go to school but could instead do school from their bedrooms? We never thought we’d see the day. In any case, many speculated that applications from low-income students would be down this fall because — due to the pandemic — admissions officers didn’t get to visit high schools to encourage these young people to apply. Without this outreach, some feared these schools would rely on the tried and trusted schools, schools with long track records at elite universities. But, fear not, parents of students at tried and trusted high schools. Even with applications of low-income students up, these universities are still going to rely heavily on the hand they know. It’s what they do.
Rumor Has It Applications from International Students Are Up
Many also speculated that international student applications would be down. After all, these students submitted their applications prior to President Trump, a leader who has not exactly been friendly to international students studying at America’s universities, losing his bid for re-election. These students also submitted their applications when the United States’ COVID-19 case count was, well, the highest of any nation in the world — as it remains today. But for this year’s batch of international applicants, well, the lure of the Ivy League just seems to have outweighed it all. As is often the case, the Ivy League schools prove to be exceptions to the rule — not the rule. When President Trump took office, many thought international applications to America’s colleges would decline. And they were right. But, as our crystal ball correctly projected back in 2016, international applications to our nation’s elite universities would remain strong. They proved to be an exception.
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Since Princeton did not offer Early Action this year, it makes sense that the other top colleges would see an increase in their early applications, even if the overall pool of top students applying early is slightly smaller.
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The month in pictures: Jan 10-16: Click picture frame for full-size pop-up image!
Jan 10 – 16: Nancy Haight sent me the painting of me on the jetty rocks – she’s so talented! And the kids sent me pics of them in Chicago and Madison – wonderful!! Published and shipped “The Gray Family History” book with 35 generations identified for my friends, Donna and David. At Hanna Lake, we found the alligator lounging on his private island again (his favorite spot). Lots of pics of wildlife, and a new heron has taken George’s place, flying to stand within a few feet of me, squawking as he flew to get my attention. The Osprey is majestic, right? Walked the Arboretum and binge-watched (finally finished) Suits.
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January Book of the Month Choices
Third Wish
By Robert Fulgrum. The third wish is the last one left when the first wish was foolish, and the second wish was used to undo the first wish. It must be used wisely with the help of co-conspirators. The story begins at a terrace table on the Greek Island of Crete, winds its way through Greece, Japan, France, England, and Seattle. Its main characters are Alice, Max-Pol, Aleko, Wonko, Zenkichi, Polydora, Alice-Alice, and Dog. Woven into the fabric of the novel are cultural history, art, philosophy, archeology, poetry, theater and music. These people love life and will go to great lengths to find a flourishing Way onward. I LOVED this two-book set.
A man is brought to an insane asylum in contemporary Spain, claiming to be the legendary navigator Christopher Columbus. Found in the treacherous Straight of Gibraltar, he is clearly delusional and has suffered a trauma so severe that he has turned away from reality. As he spins the tall tales of adventure and romance of someone who existed in the late fifteenth century, one nurse can’t help but be enchanted by his spirit. Who is Columbus? Where did he come from? This dazzling story about one man’s painstaking search for truth and loyalty is a very compelling and memorable read. LOVED it.
Husband of the Week:
The Original Choirboy
KXP is a choirboy. He wants to do good and he does good. He's charitable and he stays within the
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The Paparazzi Man
Usually he's the paparazzi victim, and carries my water, but sometimes I convince KXP to get behind the camera, too. When he does, my parazzi hubby is the best. He's helped me photograph everything from tombstones to magazine covers.
Senor Kevin Patrick
It's great to be married to Senor/Senior Kevin Xavier (pronounced"hav-yair" this week) Patrick. KX is a spicy dude always up for an afternoon siesta or an evening fiesta.
And he's a wise guy with on-the-spot advice: "Don't worry: if it's chili today, it could be hot tamale."
Bonus: He mows the yard.
Santa Hubby
Santa works all year to bring our family gifts because he loves us. He's the perfect husband (ho ho ho), and his eyes do twinkle when he tells punny jokes. He wears specs when he reads, does actually love cookies and milk, and he likes to spread a jolly spirit and bring smiles wherever he goes. We love you, Santa.
Kevin Van Wrinkle
Who can fall asleep instantly -- even while his wife is talking to him? That's right, Kevin "Van Wrinkle" Patrick. He's says it's due to Navy training, but I think it's a more recently acquired, greatly practiced skill.
The upside: It gives me opportunity to bring packages into the house unseen -- though I've suspected his real super power is seeing through closed eyelids.
Pirate Kevin Patrick
I never should have bought Kevin that bb-gun for Christmas. He never should have fought the law; the law won. He didn't realize, when he checked the organ donor box on his driver's license....
Okay, wearing an eye guard is not funny when it's you. (It's not me -- or you. It's Kevin).This pirate look was a result of elective cataract surgery and Kevin's all healed up now and can see distances much better.
Though he still drives
the same....
Mad Dog Patrick
Who doesn't want to be married to a hulk? That internet puppy-saving baby alligator wrestler has nothing on my man. Who can lug super heavy tubs of Christmas decorations down from the attic? Who moves furniture at his wife's whim? Kevin "Mad Dog" Patrick, you definitely are the alpha dog in this house (this week).
Yes, he's smart. And yes, he's made other people smarter during his training career. My hubby has a gift for making people think. In fact, we debate quite often, and sometimes it isn't even about the other one's driving skills (or lack thereof).
This dude loves pizza. Luckily, you can't marry pizza in Wisconsin, the state where we were married, or I might have been his second choice. Like I said, KXP loves pizza. A lot.
KXP is a choirboy. He wants to do good and he does good. He's charitable and he stays within the lines. That makes a good hubby!
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Why don't birds run into one another flying?
These are black skimmers. My approach caused them to take to the air at the exact same instant. Why didn't they collide and knock each other out of the sky?
One answer: Air flows naturally generated during flight may prevent collisions, allowing even individuals with different flapping motions to travel together. Another answer: Researchers put parakeets into an air tunnel and had them fly towards each other. They found that each bird always veers right and changes altitude to avoid mid-air collisions.
But what about instantaneous flight, as in this picture of migrating snowgeese taken by Ray Hennessey via Birdshare:
These birds are too close for thought, yet not one bird knocks another out of the group, and no one bird is the leader. Instant flight changes and missed collisions may be the result of a group cognition, meaning one thought is shared by a large group acting as a single being.
Is it possible? Bees show this behavior, too. Wild dogs seem to be of one mind when they hunt in a pack. Many beings sharing instant connected behaviors -- is that an expression of a higher "mind" than we humans DO NOT seem to have, so we try to dismiss it with other explanations?
It's Nature's magic -- and brilliance -- is what I think.
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Vickie Marnick
Nancy is an artist, after retiring from years working in a scientific lab. She's a precious grandmother, a devoted mother, and a great friend with an optimistic outlook. I've never heard Nancy say a negative word about anyone; she's the balm in our Madison group. She's also become family to us; we love her.
Tim Price was not only our neighbor, he was part of most of our days in Bushnell. A professor, author, and gardner, Tim also filled in as a preacher for me when I needed a "Chicago break" with the grandkids. Another hat he wears is a Santa cap, and we've had lots of fun and dinners with "hippie Tim."
Vickie is always up for a good time. One of the [in]famous Vintage Chicks, she's sang karaoke, played handbells, attended concerts, hosted dinners, played bingo, and done so many things with me and the gals that it wouldn't be a gang without her. She's the smile in our group, our sunshine.
Friends of the Week Archive:
Bill Haight, Madison, WI
Bill brought me to Madison as his publisher for IB, and partnered with me to open a magazine in Rockford, IL. He's a close family friend, as is his wife Nancy, and the core of our "gang" of friends in Madison. I admire Bill for too many reasons to list, and for his passion for family, friends & fun.
Beverly Fontaine, Northern California
Beverly is my longest adult friendship. We worked in collateral jobs in Milwaukee 35 years ago, and she's been a sister-friend ever since. Beverly works in state adoptions as a superviser, and she's the proud mom of 2 young women. She's a talented writer, too.
Paige McCord, Bushnell, IL
Doesn't Paige look like a fun dentist? She is. She's always up for a community project, from dressing as a tooth for Halloween, to grabbing a hammer or saw for rehabing a depot. She's also fun at dinners and parties. Everyone should have a dentist like Paige and we miss her.
Elaine Beaubien, Madison, WI
Elaine Beaubien is a great friend, and we go back to my first week in Madison in 1996. She is an award-winning college professor AND a romance novelist with a loyal following who enjoy her E.K. Barber "Flight into Terror" series. But the first word that comes to mind is FUN. Elaine IS the party.
George Pensinger, Bushnell, IL
George helped us wake Bushnell up. He picked up his hammer and saw and helped us renovate the city's falling down train depot. He became a board member of our nonprofit Bushnell Citizen's Coalition, and he was the engine many times, in the machine that helped renovate a city beyond the depot.
Georgia McFaul, Jacksonville, FL
Georgia is my sister-friend in Jacksonville. We enjoy doing things with her and her husband Buddy, from playing a spirited game of cards (the gals almost ALWAYS win), or going to Top Golf or just hanging out at the beach. Everyone should have a Georgia peach in their life!
Kathleen Paris, Madison, WI
Kathleen Paris spends much of her time actually IN Paris lecturing businesses and teaching. Kate has inspired me in many ways. She's incredibly capable, optimistic, and open to all the beauty in the world. Also, she's not afraid to jump in a tube and go for a speed ride in a lake. So much to admire!
Jeanine Weinstein, Jacksonville, FL
Jeanine has a great quality -- she's fun and upbeat. We've painted rocks together, cooked together, dined together, shopped together, and spent hours just hanging out at the dog park. She's one of the first people I met in Florida, and remains one of the best! She's very encouraging and laid back, which I appreciate in my life!
Leigh Farrington, Jacksonville, FL
Leigh was one of the first people we met in Jacksonville. We've cooked, laughed, groused and celebrated birthdays togethers. Leigh is an assistant principal with a heart of gold and she's always up for new experiences, like painting rocks and making flower pots out of broken pottery.
Judy Brooks, Bushnell, IL
If you look at the projects page, you'll find Judy's face throughout. She never turned down an opportunity to volunteer, and she always brought cookies to board meetings! She was an integral part of our friends group, as well as our nonprofit, and she's someone you can count on when any job needs done.
Mary Pendarvis, Bushnell, IL
I particularly like how Mary says what is on her mind; she's very straightforward. Mary does a LOT for the community and is a real mentor with her wealth of knowledge and her willingness to share both her time and her thoughts. I learned a lot about Bushnell from Mary.
Terry & Kathy Siebert, Madison, WI
These friends have a great sense of humor and they are FUN to be with, as you can see from the picture. It's always a good time when Kevin and I are able to see them -- we've done everything from roller derby to radio show tapings to dinner theater. We miss them lots! Bonus: she's crafty and makes great soaps to share.
Bonnie Cadwalader, Bushnell, IL
Bonnie loves life and lives it fully. Bonnie often vacations in Texas during the colder months, and enjoys all the experiences to be had living amongst friends there, with costumes, dancing and lots of fun. She's an active volunteer for church functions and she always has an encouraging word and smile.
Nell Wold, Jacksonville, FL
Nell is a very caring person. She taught a Women's Bible Class and I was struck by her encouragement of others to offer their observations and thoughts throughout the lesson. I often think about her lessons when reading the Bible alone, and I hear her ask what I think about it, which helps me think.
Tammy Rozek, Madison, WI
Tammy is always up for a movie, travel, or a glass of wine after dinner. Tammy was one of the first people I met in Madison. Our friendship has lasted 30 years regardless where we live. She's still my Madison "Girl's Night Out" gal and a loyal and trusted friend. Love her.
Cindy Souders, St. Johns, FL
Cindy is a great sport and traveling bud. We've gone to Nashville, Memphis, Atlanta and Chicago together -- in one trip! She's one of the six "Vintage Gals" -- our friend gang here. She very spritual and she brings that light into her friends' lives as well. And she can sew beautiful quilts.
Donna Gray, Madison, WI
Donna is my Madison sister-friend and in my Personal Top 5. She never gossips, her home is always my home, and she gives her heart to many community endeavors. Everybody knows Donna and has benefited for it. She's forever #1 with me. She and David will be life-long friends regardless where we live.
Tom Carley, Bushnell, IL
Tom is the music man. He has a band, but for any social engagement, he's got a guitar nearby and is always a fun addition. He played at our home for our Tasty Tuesday guests, even though he was a guest! We love the dude and his wife Terry. They are very hospitable people.
Gerry Morgan, Jacksonville, FL
Gerry is just a dear, dear woman. She teaches a beading class for the Southside Newcomer's Club, where I met her, and she is absolutely beloved by her class. Gerry's greatest strengths are her patience (she is a saint) and her ability to encourage every single person to relax and have fun while learning a new skill. Brava!
Vickie is always up for a good time. One of the [in]famous Vintage Chicks, she's sang karyoke, played handbells, attended concerts, hosted dinners, played bingo, and done so many things with me and the gals that it wouldn't be a gang without her. She's the smile in our group, our sunshine.
Sirina Waddell, Bushnell, IL
Cat, cat, cat lover Sirina is very invested in the Rotary and in community work. Whatever you need done -- from swinging a hammer to executive strategy, she's your gal in Bushnell. She's also very generous, and she and husband Harry are about the friendliest people you could ever meet.
Phyllis Wilhelm, Naples, FL
Phyllis once lived in Madison and for years she was the executive gold standard there. Phyllis also was there for me during the harder times in my life, and our girls' nights out and comraderie made my life so much richer and liveable. She's intelligent, reliable, and I love her loads.
Gretchen Thurman, Bushnell, IL
Gretchen is another do-er! I admire Gretchen because when I handed over the church website to her, she didn't have a clue and was scared to death to take it on, but she did it and did it well. Her willingness to learn new things is inspiring. She and Larry visited us in Florida and it's always great to see her!
Jane Johnson, Madison, WI
Jane (JJ) was more than my assistant and IB's office manager.
She was a very good friend. She always offered practical advice and jumped in wherever needed. More than that, Jane was an office "Mom" for the staff, always ready with a listening ear and shoulder to lean on. JJ and I will be lifelong "framily".
Marie Griffin, Jacksonville, FL
I met Marie just a year into our residency in Florida, and she was a true Godsend. Marie introduced us to her friends and included us in her social activities (except cruises - I still get way too seasick!). She and Paul are part of our closest friend circle, and she's always willing to do anything for literally for anyone.
Bonnie Bartlett, Bushnell, IL
Bonnie Bartlett was one of my favorite people in Bushnell, with her open heart and willingness to do whatever was needed -- from serving soup to entertaining children at Halloween parties. She and husband Larry invited our grandsons to tour their farm, even providing mud boots! I'll always love Bonnie.
Barbara Hernandez, Madison, WI
Barbara, a well-known national marketing expert who worked with top U.S. brands, was also my friend and partner in Glynn Patrick & Associates, LLC. We worked together on projects and she is smart and self-motivated. She's a valued friend, but also a great businesswoman, mother and wife -- all in balance!
Jo Gambert, Jacksonville, FL
Jo is one of those people you meet who you'll never forget. This friend is always there for our vintage chick gang, always ready to host a party or show up with the most thoughtful gifts. She's spontaneous and she gives her time, her talents, and her resources to make everyone's life a little better. We love her.
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Cabela’s In Huntsville
By Stephen Rice | January 30, 2015 | 1
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAAY) – Cabela’s is moving into Huntsville.
The retailer announced today it plans to open its first Alabama retail location in Huntsville. Construction on the 80,000 square foot store is set to begin this fall. Plans are to open in fall of 2015.
The store will be located in the newly planned Parkside Town Centre development near I-565 and 255 off Governors Road.
“As we continue to expand our retail footprint in the Southeast, Cabela’s knew we needed a store in Alabama,” said Tommy Millner, Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer. “With such a remarkable outdoor heritage and lifestyle, Alabama certainly is a Cabela’s kind of place.”
The store will include an indoor archery range and archery tech room, deli, and gun library. It also will include a full-service boat shop and a comprehensive selection of Wildlife and Land Management products, including tractors, attachments and implements.
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Cyber and Financial Fraud Threats
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Cybercrime is a growing threat for businesses in the U.S. and around the world. The tactics used to steal information and money are becoming more sophisticated and involve a high level of technical expertise. Because the threats can change from one day to the next, protecting your business requires constant vigilance.
“Businesses of all sizes should be aware that there's a massive industry of bad guys working day and night to penetrate their defenses,” says Stephen Frew, Vice President, Risk Consultant with Johnson Insurance.
“It's impossible to guard against every threat, but there are a number of ways to prevent fraud and mitigate risks by strengthening your security and leveraging fraud prevention services and insurance protection,” says Sandy Bruhn, Senior Vice President, Treasury Management and International Banking Sales at Johnson Bank.
New and emerging cyber threats
Ransomware is one of the most dangerous threats to businesses with the potential to wreak havoc on business operations. Ransomware is typically delivered through spam emails, phishing or applications that target software vulnerabilities. If the attack is successful, a business may be denied access to their computer systems until a ransom is paid. “Because this involves a direct demand of money and shutdown of operations, ransomware attacks are more threatening than residual threats like bots and invasive viruses that steal sensitive information to be used later,” says Frew.
Artificial intelligence (AI)‐powered attacks are another emerging threat. “Self‐learning computers with intellectual problem‐solving ability can be used by the offenders to attack,” Frew explains. “Because AI enables fraudsters to process information rapidly, this is increasingly becoming the weapon of choice.”
Social engineering is at the heart of many problems, and in some cases, AI is used to gather data about a person or their contacts. Email phishing schemes often target businesses with a request for employees to pay a fake invoice, share information or click on an infected link — and these schemes have been surprisingly successful in the business realm.
Impact on small and mid‐size businesses
Small and mid‐sized businesses are frequently targeted and must be prepared for various types of attacks. “Small businesses tend to be in denial about being at risk because they might not perceive themselves as a valuable target; however, they most likely do have valuable data, and it's the vulnerability that makes them the target,” says Frew. “If a business is attacked by ransomware, they may experience loss of data, business disruption, lost productivity, financial setbacks and the loss of their clients' confidence. The costs can be substantial if they aren't protected,” says Frew. A cyberattack can have devastating effects on a business, especially when an organization doesn't have the resources or expertise to deal with the aftermath of an attack. The average cost to clean up after a cyberattack is reported at $690,000 for small businesses and over $1 million for mid‐sized companies in the U.S., according to the Ponemon Institute's 2017 Cost of Data Breach Study.
Defend against cyber crime
Frew recommends taking the following steps to improve operations defenses:
Designate an incident response team.
Develop and update written security policies.
Maintain virus protection software and use encryption for all of stored materials.
Do a risk assessment.
Hire a security/privacy officer.
Train all employees on cybersecurity.
Consider cyber fraud insurance.
“When you have cyber fraud insurance, the insurance company brings in a team of experts who knows the laws and how to handle an attack. Rather than scrambling to figure out what to do after a cyberattack, help is just a phone call away,” Frew adds.
Learn more about cybersecurity tips in Stephen Frew's new book available on Amazon.com: Cyber Threats: Risk Management Tips for Businesses.
Fight financial fraud
Payments fraud and check fraud are the top financial fraud threats for businesses. “As the use of mobile deposit increases, we're seeing a rise in fraud related to mobile capture. We're also seeing sophisticated wire fraud scams that are initiated by email,” says Bruhn.
According to the 2018 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey, 74 percent of organizations experienced check fraud, and nearly half of survey respondents reported an increase in the incidents of fraud attempts compared to the previous year. In addition, 77 percent reported that their organizations were exposed to business email compromise.
Financial institutions have increased their defenses against wire fraud so that fraudsters are no longer focused on hacking into banking systems — they are targeting authorized users and creating schemes to trick someone to authorize a wire transfer. In these types of scams, they impersonate an individual of authority in order to manipulate an authorized person into sending the wire,” Bruhn explains.
Bruhn recommends the following best practices to prevent payments fraud:
Send payment via ACH. “Paying vendors by ACH is more secure than writing checks. When you write a check, your bank account information is floating out there, whereas ACH is secure and encrypted,” Bruhn notes.
Use your bank's fraud protection services. “Use Positive Pay to make sure everything matches up when writing business checks,” Bruhn adds.
Increase awareness of fraud at all levels of the company. Employees should be trained to be extra vigilant and review all communications carefully, even when it appears to come from a known sender. Reinforce processes to ensure payment information is validated and confirmed before sending money.
Assemble your team
No matter how large or small the organization, it's important that someone is responsible for staying current on threats and knowing the proper steps to protecting your business. “Having an IT department isn't enough — a security officer serving as point person can make a big difference,” Frew recommends. If you have questions about how to protect your business or how we can help, contact a Johnson Financial Group advisor today. Visit our Security Center for more information.
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Use of Fixed Charge Cover to spot a customer going bust?
Given the financial turmoil of the past three years resulting in further retail casualties such as Game Group, and a number of others on the brink, it is obvious that the ‘usual ratios’ such as ROCE, Net Margin, Stockturn and Gearing may be insufficient in terms of providing early warnings of trouble for suppliers.
What makes a retailer vulnerable?
A recent article in Moneyweek.com flags up the fact that if a retailer leases rather than owns its shops, it is faced with regular fixed charges for rent that must be paid, irrespective of the level of sales and profits. Moreover, if a retailer also has fairly high gearing, the interest payments represent an additional fixed cost on the business.
These Fixed Charges are ‘Lease costs’ and ‘Interest on borrowing’ and need to be compared with the ‘available Operating Profit’ i.e. the Operating profit less Fixed charges. (these can be found on the P&L ('Interest paid' and 'Operating Profit') and early in the Notes to the Accounts ('Lease expense'), after the Balance Sheet
(NB when you find the figures, check them with your finance colleagues).
In other words, the Fixed Charge Cover (FCC) indicates the ability of a company to pay its Fixed Charges, irrespective of sales and profit performance. Failure to pay can result in liquidation.
The following analysis compares the ‘big four’ multiples in order to illustrate the calculation in practice.
Given that these are the most financially healthy retailers in the UK, other retailers could be vulnerable..
Some of the differences are interesting in that, for instance Morrisons, because it owns most of its shops, and has relatively little borrowing, combined with a good net margin, means that with an FCC of 13.3, Fixed Charge Payments are no burden to the company. However, in the case of Tesco and Sainsburys at 2.9 and 2.2 respectively, FCC is obviously more of an issue.....
Application to other retailers?
However, the real value of the ratio is in its application to most medium and smaller retailers that are running short of cash and are finding that Fixed Charge Payments are pushing them to the edge….
As in all cases of pending liquidation, those creditors that are first to spot the danger, can have the advantage of withdrawing their credit before the liquidator is appointed.
Ignoring the Fixed Charge Cover indicator?
If you still feel that all such matters are the responsibility of the Finance Department, remind yourself that if a customer goes bust owing you £150k, and your pre-tax net profit is 5%, you will need incremental sales of £3m to recover…
In which case, perhaps the application of Fixed Charge Cover analysis to your customers’ latest Annual Reports will help…?
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For the first time the national �Reek Sunday� pilgrimage and Mass on Croagh Patrick was televised live on RT�1.� The annual pilgrimage, which takes place�on the last Sunday in July.��In keeping with this specially dedicated �Year of Vocation� for the Catholic Church in Ireland, the theme for the 2008 Croagh Patrick pilgrimage was �Vocation�.
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Welcome to the summit of Croagh Patrick, nature�s Cathedral of the West. An age of computer technology and rapidly developing civilisation might have been expected to rob us of the capacity to be surprised. Repeated discoveries of our creative strength, however, can have quite the opposite effect, stimulating thirst for that ultimate creative event which is the kingdom. You are not at your computer terminals today. You are here.
The rediscovery of mystery is surely one of the great challenges facing our age.� Here on Croagh Patrick, one of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring places in the world, man and mountain meet and we are enveloped in mystery.
This is a holy mountain, made more holy by the men and women who have walked and prayed their way to the top one generation after another.� On these slopes we discover our need of the support of others, the encouraging word and the outstretched hand to those with aching limbs and flagging spirit.� This mountain is a parable on life itself and the great lesson from this pilgrim mountain is that, in the Church we all stand in need of each other for we are all struggling sinners who stand in need of each other�s forgiveness.
In the midst of our recent wealth and prosperity we failed to find the inner joy, peace and faith that we might have expected.
Today consumer values are often not creatively interpreted.� True, they can seduce and reduce everything to wealth and security. The truly reflective person learns from this and probes deeper. In the midst of our recent wealth and prosperity we failed to find the inner joy, peace and faith that we might have expected.� Faith enables and encourages us to search for meaning in the particular call we have received from God.� This year has been designated as a year when we reflect upon and pray about the call or vocation we have received.� Vocation is a call to witness, service and love.� It is not so much about what we do but about who we are and how we live our lives.�� In years gone by this would have focused solely on the call to religious life or priesthood but now we realise that through our baptism, we are all called to live out our lives in whatever vocation or ministry we find ourselves.� Like the climbers on the mountain this day we are conscious of how much we depend on each other.� On the day of baptism we were all given the mission of taking part in the endless work of Christ.� We all have our unique call in our families, in our work, in our monasteries, convents, presbyteries and communities.� Some receive a call to marriage, others to single life, to religious life or priesthood.
On the one hand, as religious and priests, we depend on, are influenced, inspired, supported and challenged by the heroic sacrifices which married people make, and by the way in which those called to the single life so generously respond, as they live out their respective vocations.� On the other hand, all of us would agree that Ireland, without the prophetic witness of religious sisters and brothers in education, healthcare and so many other areas, would be a poorer place.
A Church bereft of a vibrant priesthood cannot proclaim the Gospel as effectively as it should.
The priest ministers to and on behalf of the Church.� A Church bereft of a vibrant priesthood cannot proclaim the Gospel as effectively as it should.� In situations of bereavement and brokenness, in tragedy and trauma, sickness and separation the priest will be found standing shoulder to shoulder with his people in the gardens of their Gethsemane.
Priests have a responsibility for preaching Christ�s Gospel.� It�s not easy preaching the Gospel which runs counter to a consumerist culture.� In this year of St. Paul we are reminded that it takes a crucified Church to bring a crucified Christ to the world; it is not easy to stand on Calvary.� The priest needs the supportive prayers of his people; he stands in need of forgiveness and understanding and, now and again, a word of encouragement.
Today the priest is expected to be a man of courage, energy and compassion who wades into the impossible and makes things new.
Today the priest is expected to be a man of courage, energy and compassion who wades into the impossible and makes things new.� His ministry is a life-long struggle to open up the world to God�s power and thereby transform human relationships. His pastoral task is one of empowering others as he stands free and hope-filled in a world that is fearful.� A new generation of priests will spring up when they see the full living of the Christian life in their homes, their schools, in their work places and parish communities.�� Only then will they be prompted to give themselves to radical service of Christian people.
When God calls a man to the altar he won�t intervene as dramatically as He did to Paul on the Road to Damascus, but will whisper through the family and people who nurtured him from the day of his baptism when the whole Christian adventure began.� Maybe I have to ask myself one question: could God be calling me to life as a priest, as a religious sister or brother?� And for those of us who have already discerned our vocation in life, another question: are we supporting our young people as they try to find their vocation in life and thus deep inner happiness.� As faith opens us in wonder and awe to God�s creation in this hallowed place, we become more conscious of our need of each other, our responsibilities and the contribution which as laity, religious and priests we can make to each other and to bringing about God�s Kingdom.� We remember Christ�s words about the faith which would move mountains; today we pray that this holy mountain will move faith.
Croagh Patrick, (c.2,510ft/765m) Ireland�s holy mountain, dominates the landscape of southwest Mayo both spiritually and physically.� The Croagh Patrick pilgrimage is associated with St Patrick who, in 441, spent 40 days and nights fasting on the summit, following the example of Christ and Moses.� The name �Reek Sunday� comes from Patrick�s ability to Christianise many pagan customs including the festival of Lughnasa, which previously had heralded the start of the harvest festival honouring the ancient pagan god Lugh, whose name is encompassed in the Irish word for August: Lughnasa.� This festival�s tradition became absorbed into the new Christian beliefs and locally become known as Domhnach na Cruaiche (Reek Sunday).
This pilgrimage has been carried out uninterrupted for over 1500 years.� Croagh Patrick has over 100,000 visitors annually with up 20,000 people expected this weekend.� For Reek Sunday 2006, Archbishop Neary and other pilgrims were accompanied by Cardinal Se�n Brady, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland.� As successor to St Patrick, Cardinal Brady was the first Archbishop of Armagh to climb the Holy Mountain since St Patrick.� In 2005, Archbishop Neary unveiled a plaque to mark the centenary of St Patrick’s Oratory on the summit.
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By LUDWIG VON KOOPA - And there shouldn't be.
For decades, Nintendo gamers have always declared their belief in “gameplay over graphics.” That said, before the Wii, Nintendo console systems were always ahead of, or met the graphical standards of, gaming consoles of the day. But if you go back another decade before the Wii, you were in the fifth generation of consoles: The 32-bit/64-bit era of the mid-1990s and on. This was when consoles were just starting to enter 3D graphics, slowly leaving behind the 2D stylised sprites of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. This was when consoles were boasting so-called realism in graphics.
As anyone who was around back then knows, the first 3D games were far from realistic-looking, not to mention they had terrible cameras. They were a blocky, polygonal mess, filled with penguin hands. There's a reason when a guest poster wrote a review on Metal Gear Solid (the original one on PlayStation 1), he didn't mention anything about the graphics. Because they look like this:
I admit that not having facial features helps your stealth out.
That's why so many characters back then had gloves incorporated into their character designs. It makes character modelers’ jobs a lot easier when working with hardware that can't render individual fingers.
So, take this thought experiment: Indie developers love to have their games in 8-bit or 16-bit styles. Could an indie game possibly sell well if they purposefully go for 32-bit or 64-bit graphics? Did you think about it? Want to know my answer?
Well, anything's possible, but I strongly doubt it.
2D sprite-based 8-bit and 16-bit graphics are seen as art styles that have been mastered and perfected. 32-bit and 64-bit games that are going for 3D polygons are seen as the industry's earliest attempts at the realism we have today. More on that later.
The fact is, is that for indie developers that DO have games that look like they're from the Fifth Generation of gaming, gamers deride them. Look at Percy's Predicament on the Wii U, for example. People think that game is an unfinished beta, and judged it just by the graphics. This is the same group of gamers that supposedly live by the “gameplay over graphics” mantra.
“This game is $19.95? It's [sic] models look like they're from 1995. This is shovelware!”
It's not just Percy's Predicament. Check out that Miiverse post for Archery by Thornbury Software, bashed as “shovelware” just because of how it looks. (It plays badly, too, but that's besides the point, since he wouldn't know that just by looking at a screenshot.) And that's the reality we live in. Gamers have so many options, and many of those are low-quality. What's a heuristic for gauging low-quality? How the product looks. Even if a game intentionally looks polygonal, it'll be deemed shovelware.
There was once a time when 2D graphics also looked absolutely terrible. Those were the days of systems like the Atari 2600. (And, in my opinion, certain NES and SNES games, including my debut.) The Atari 2600 is to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System/Game Boy Advance/Nintendo DS as the PlayStation 1 and the Nintendo 64 are to the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. (And the Wii U... I guess?)
Top row: Donkey Kong on the Atari 2600 to Donkey Kong on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System.
Bottom row: Donkey Kong on the Nintendo 64 to Donkey Kong on the Wii U.
(Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Country, Mario Party, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze.)
When people feel nostalgia for something, they only think about the good qualities. So when people look back fondly on Super Mario 64, they don't think about its garbage camera and blocky graphics, but instead on its expansive, exploratory level design, along with selectively great songs like Dire Dire Docks. When people feel nostalgia for Generations I and II of Pokémon (such as Pokémon Red or Pokémon Gold), they don't think about how, if you catch a Pokémon but your current box in your PC is full, you have to let the new capture go.
So when people feel nostalgia for that era, it's not for the graphics. Graphical nostalgia is limited to the perfected 8-bit and 16-bit styles. A lot of today's crop of indie games appeal to that nostalgia, which also coincides with financial interests because that's less expensive to produce than hyper-realism. You won't see something like this be a successful hit in today's world, unless it's absolutely perfect in every other part of the game and there's some genius marketing scheme (which may be outside of the budget for indie companies):
“Coming to Smash DLC soon it's PS1 Cloud! Just look at the screenshot!
He fits perfectly into Smash and it's [SIC] jawdropping graphics!”
Fun fact: Cloud in the original version of Final Fantasy VII didn't even have a mouth.
Of course, one major exception to this whole article is Minecraft, which intentionally looks blocky and absolutely hideous. Somehow, despite that, it's all of the rage among the otherwise-judgmental youth. (What's the favourite game of that Billy fellow from Miiverse who trashed Archery? That's right, it is Minecraft.) For whatever reason, all of the new crop of post-New Super Mario Bros. Wii Koopaling fanbase participants are also simultaneously Minecraft fans, and so I get a lot of friend requests from people with hideous Minecraft profile pictures on Miiverse. It should've never come out on the Wii U, I tell you. I have no idea how Minecraft gets away with it. Maybe you can tell me in the comments.
This article was brought to you by a reader request. To submit your own request, or to submit another one, check out and comment in KoopaTV's Requests page! Ludwig was happy to write this one, and don't let the month-and-a-half wait time tell you otherwise. Do you think Ludwig's analysis was accurate? Is he missing something, or is he spot-on?
Ludwig prefers the 16-bit and 32-bit (non-3D) graphical styles the second-best, behind cel-shaded.
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Kody B. October 18, 2016 at 9:58 PM
I won a code for Percy's Predicament a few years ago, and let's just say I didn't keep the game for very long. Graphics aside, the game is too bland and repetitive. Do not download it even if it's free.
Ludwig Von Koopa October 18, 2016 at 11:32 PM
Well, that's a shame, since we like the developer. I mean, they name-dropped us on their Kickstarter!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/maestroigames/lunas-tale-curse-of-the-forgotten-doll/posts/845028
ShinyGirafarig October 18, 2016 at 10:40 PM
That is a convincing argument you made there.
I'm curious if you had another point of view prior to my argument.
ShinyGirafarig October 19, 2016 at 1:54 AM
Maybe I am more forgiving for the low-poly graphics because of this artist: http://the-regressor.tumblr.com/
Made a what if for Splatoon if it was an n64 game: http://the-regressor.tumblr.com/tagged/splatoon
I learned about this work due to being an obsessive Wreck-it Ralph fan back then. The regressor wanted to make a Sugar Rush 64 fangame because Sugar Rush was supposed to be made in the 90's according to Wreck-it Ralph lore but either Disney artists were too lazy or didn't care to make it look low poly when the game was seen by humans or arcade cabinets were advance enough in comparison to home consoles then. Anyway as you can see the regressor was overly ambitious but then never followed through with this fan game.
Also I was a huge Spyro fan back then. Spyro himself looks good in the PS1 days for the limitations of the time but even I have to admit the NPCs looked pretty bad.
Ludwig Von Koopa October 19, 2016 at 6:50 PM
Ah, but your question was specifically concerning indie games succeeding, which implied a new IP.
You and others are fascinated by low-poly models like that because you're already a fan of the franchise, and you'll like almost anything it spits out. Whether that be plushies, concerts, or alternately-coloured amiibo.
A little indie making something without an existing fan following is going to be shovelware. Is that fair? No, but...that's how the market is.
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Authorities in Vienna now believe shooter who killed four likely acted alone
HERBERT NEUBAUER/APA/AFP via Getty ImagesBy SARAH HUCAL and CHRISTINE THEODOROU, ABC News
(NEW YORK) — Authorities are now saying that the gunman who killed four and wounded 22 in Vienna on Monday night probably acted alone.
Shots rang out in the center of town around 8 p.m., near a synagogue, a spokesman for the Ministry of the Interior told ABC News. The shooter appears to have opened fire in five other places downtown, the spokesman added.
The attack happened on a crowded night in Vienna — the eve of a nationwide lockdown taking effect — and many people barricaded themselves in restaurants and concert halls for hours as police scoured the area for suspects. As of midnight, police still had not ruled out a second shooter, and authorities still have not ruled that out entirely.
Authorities are about halfway done combing through tens of thousands of submitted photos and video clips tied to the incident. Those findings are expected to be reported in full at a Wednesday afternoon press conference.
Austrian Interior Minister Karl Nehammer said at a Tuesday press conference that the suspect was shot dead by police about nine minutes after the first emergency call reached authorities.
Nehammer confirmed additional details about the attacker, who ran amok through central Vienna brandishing an automatic rifle, a pistol, a fake explosive vest and a machete.
The attacker was identified as 20-year-old Kujtim Fejzulai, a dual Austrian-North Macedonian citizen with connections to the Islamic State. He had been sentenced to 22 months in prison on April 25, 2019, on terrorism charges — he’d attempted to travel to Syria to join ISIS. But because he was a minor, he was released on Dec. 5.
“The fact is that the terrorist managed to deceive the judicial system’s deradicalization program” in securing his release, said Nehammer, who added that the system should be reevaluated.
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, Austrian special forces raided 18 homes of people with connections to the shooter and took 14 individuals into custody for questioning, authorities said at the press conference.
The Austrian government announced a three-day mourning period, during which flags will be flown at half-staff, and at noon on Tuesday a moment of silence was observed.
“Yesterday’s attack was clearly an Islamist terror attack,” Chancellor Sebastian Kurz said. “It was an attack out of hatred — hatred for our fundamental values, hatred for our way of life, hatred for our democracy in which all people have equal rights and dignity.”
After a tense night, the Austrian capital came to a virtual standstill on Tuesday. Authorities encouraged children not to go to school, although schools still were open amid the lockdown. While it remains unclear whether the synagogue or local Jewish community specifically were targeted, all Jewish houses of worship, kosher restaurants and supermarkets remained closed across the nation.
World leaders — President Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Emanual Macron, Angela Merkel and Pope Francis among them — voiced their support and condolences in the wake of the attack.
“Enough violence! Let us together strengthen peace and fraternity,” the pope said via Twitter. “Only love can silence hate.”
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WHAT DOES DYING “TESTATE” OR “INTESTATE” MEAN?
Maybe you've heard these terms before but what do they mean? And what happens when someone dies "testate" or "intestate" in Trinidad and Tobago?
If a person dies “testate” it means the person made a valid will before he or she died. The will would contain the instructions on how the deceased person wanted his assets to be shared amongst his loved ones. Therefore the assets left behind by the deceased will be shared according to the will.
If a person dies “intestate” it means the person did NOT make a will before he or she died. When there is no will, the assets that were left behind by the deceased will be shared according to the rules set out in the Administration of Estates Act in Trinidad and Tobago.
According to the Administration of Estates Act:
Where a person dies without a will and leaves a spouse and no children, his estate will be distributed solely to the spouse.
Where a person dies without a will and leaves children but no spouse, his estate will go to his children and be shared equally amongst them or if he leaves only one child the estate will go to that child.
Where a person dies without a will and leaves a spouse and one child, half of his estate will go to his spouse and the other half to his child.
Where a person dies without a will and leaves a spouse and more than one child, half of his estate will go to his spouse and the other half will go to his children and be shared equally amongst them.
Important Notice: This post does not constitute or provide legal advice. Always consult a suitably qualified lawyer on any legal problem or issue.
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Keeper's update
Registers of Scotland page: Keeper's first three months; new application form; ScotLIS
18th June 2018 | Registers of Scotland
Our new Keeper Jennifer Henderson is now three months into the role, and has focused a lot of her time getting to know as much as possible about the different areas of our business. This has included, amongst many other things, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the registration processes, as well as learning about the wealth of information and data that RoS collects and expertly analyses and manages as the guardian of 19 of Scotland’s public registers.
Our ScotLIS, Digital Discharge Service and Development Plan Approval Service teams have also been making sure that the Keeper has a robust understanding of how these services support our customers, and help deliver better efficiencies.
Jennifer has also been getting to know as much as possible about the many issues that matter to our partners, stakeholders, and customers. She will be attending her first official public speaking engagement as Keeper on 26 June at the Law Society of Scotland Conveyancing Conference, during which she will be addressing some of these important issues, and she looks forward to answering delegates’ questions on the day.
Applications: don’t use the old form!
Our new application form was officially implemented in March and our three-month transition period is almost at an end.
We have found that the updates to the form are delivering benefits to our customers.
In the period since the changes have been implemented, over 90% of the forms we are now receiving are via the improved version.
Customers are reporting that the removal of the signature requirement helps reduce the likelihood of rejections, while amendments to the Burdens and Servitudes sections, and the removal of the certification of links in title question, improve the clarity of the form and also help reduce rejections.
The last day of our three-month transition period is 22 June 2018, after which we will only accept the new version of the form. All applications submitted with the old version of the form will therefore be automatically rejected.
We recognise that using the new form may require administrative changes for our customers. That’s why we’re providing a range of support during the transition period and beyond. Our online Knowledge Base (kb.ros.gov.uk) offers comprehensive guidance on how to complete and submit the new form, and customers can also contact their RoS account manager for one-to-one support.
ScotLIS – from strength to strength
Since its launch ScotLIS has had a number of new features added to the service, and is growing in capacity every month. We recently added a new feature that means business users can now reset their password directly through ScotLIS. This new chosen password will then work for all RoS digital services accessed through an online services account. This month we are pleased to be introducing more improvements, that make ScotLIS even more user-friendly.
Presentment book and new data layers
Users can now search the Sasine presentment book by name or address, interact with the search results and print information as required. We have also added new data layers that will allow users to view crofts and common grazings on the map alongside the Land Register.
Users can now also email all Land Register title information to themselves as well as to other email addresses.
ScotLIS users are now only charged once per day for buying the same product, meaning that there will be no additional charge if a session unexpectedly ends and the user is required to log back in in order to retrieve the information that has already been purchased.
Our aim for 2018 is to make ScotLIS the platform of choice for land and property information in Scotland. Features like the improved interactive map are just part of the reason why ScotLIS is able to support this ambition, and why it is the preferred service for many of our users already. scotlis.ros.gov.uk
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Lesbian judge refuses to marry heterosexual couples
Dallas County Judge Tonya Parker will only perform marriages when the state permits homosexual 'marriage'
Tue Feb 28, 2012 - 2:12 pm EST
By Christine Dhanagom
DALLAS, February 28, 2012 (LifeSiteNews.com) - A lesbian judge in Texas says she will not perform wedding ceremonies for heterosexuals until the state allows homosexuals to “marry” as well.
Dallas County Judge Tonya Parker told the Stonewall Democrats of Dallas at a meeting last Tuesday that it would be “oxymoronic” for her to perform wedding ceremonies that can’t be performed for her.
She said that when couples appear in her courtroom, she directs them to another judge, but not before using the opportunity to “give them a lesson about marriage equality.”
“I usually will offer them something along the lines of, ‘I’m sorry. I don’t perform marriage ceremonies because we are in a state that does not have marriage equality, and until it does, I am not going to partially apply the law to one group of people that doesn’t apply to another group of people,’” she said.
After her speech received national attention, she elaborated on the legal ramifications of her unusual policy for the gay news service Dallas Voice.
“Performing marriage ceremonies is not a duty that I have as the Presiding Judge of a civil district court,” she said. “It is a right and privilege invested in me under the Family Code. I choose not to exercise it, as many other Judges do not exercise it. Because it is not part of our duties, some Judges even charge a fee to perform the ceremonies.”
Her speech has been uploaded onto Youtube, where it has received almost 25,000 hits.
Stonewall Democrats of Dallas issued a statement last Thursday in support of Parker, whose campaign they had endorsed during her 2010 election.
The organization claimed that the Texas was denying “1,138 rights” to same-sex couples by not allowing them to marry, and applauded Parker for treating every person “equally without bias.”
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President Trump co-opts inspirational 'Independence Day' speech; Bill Pullman vetoes effort
President Donald Trump tried a new way to inspire a country struggling with coronavirus – by borrowing the soaring oratory of a fictional presidential speech from 1996's blockbuster "Independence Day."
He messed with the wrong fake president.
Trump tweeted a digitally altered video of the famous film speech on Saturday. The new speech featured his head superimposed over former fighter pilot and Gulf War veteran President Thomas J. Whitmore, played by Bill Pullman.
In the video, which has been viewed more than 15 million times, it appears Trump is speaking the inspiring words about the coronavirus battle, rather than Whitmore rallying his ragtag collection of fighter pilots with the speech before they go into battle against deadly alien invaders.
“We’re fighting for our right to live, to exist,” Trump's head says with Whitmore's voice as the music swells. “We’re going to live on. We’re going to survive. Today, we celebrate our Independence Day!”
Even the faces of the crowd watching have been superimposed with the president's supporters. Fox News' Sean Hannity shakes his head proudly, Sen. Ted Cruz is moved to tears, Vice President Mike Pence looks on admiringly, Donald Trump Jr. leads the cheers as the president finishes.
Pullman was not amused, sending a statement to Deadline, stating, "My voice belongs to no one but me, and I’m not running for president—this year."
Vivica Fox, who played Jasmine Dubrow-Hiller in "Independence Day" tweeted her misgivings about the video in all caps.
"PRETENDING U KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING?? CANT BELIEVE U WOULD INSULT OUR CLASSIC FILM THIS WAY!" she wrote. "U NEVER HAD THE LEADERSHIP OR COURAGE TO DO THIS ROLE! NEVER!"
"Independence Day" was produced by 20th Century Fox movie studio, now part of Walt Disney Studio. USA TODAY has reached out for comment.
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Extended Family Members of EEA Nationals in EU Law
Richmond Chambers Immigration Barristers
European Union, United Kingdom July 10 2019
What is an Extended Family Member of an EEA National in EU Law?
Under EU law, EEA nationals are entitled to be joined by their extended family members, which includes partners, dependent relatives in the ascending line and children up to the age of 21, or older if they are dependants.
Other relatives not falling within that definition may be able to rely on EU law in order to obtain a right of residence in the UK. This is not automatic, as they do not have a right to accompany or join the EEA national, but instead require discretion to be exercised in their favour. Such people need to show that they fall within the EEA extended family member definition.
Directive 2003/38 sets out at Article 3 that:
“2. Without prejudice to any right to free movement and residence the persons concerned may have in their own right, the host Member State shall, in accordance with its national legislation, facilitate entry and residence for the following persons:
any other family members, irrespective of their nationality, not falling under the definition in point 2 of Article 2 who, in the country from which they have come, are dependants or members of the household of the Union citizen having the primary right of residence, or where serious health grounds strictly require the personal care of the family member by the Union citizen;
the partner with whom the Union citizen has a durable relationship, duly attested.
The host Member State shall undertake an extensive examination of the personal circumstances and shall justify any denial of entry or residence to these people.”
This was incorporated into UK law by the Immigration (EEA) Regulations 2016 in Regulation 8. This Regulation defines who is an EEA extended family member for the purpose of the UK’s application of EU law.
Regulation 8 includes relatives who are:
Dependants / members of the EEA national’s household (before and after the move to the UK);
persons who strictly require the personal care of the EEA national due to serious health reasons;
and durable partners.
The 2016 Regulations added a new restriction that relatives must be “a relative of an EEA national”. This applies to all applicants, apart from those who were issued with an EEA document as the extended family member of an EEA national prior to 01 February 2017. The effect of this addition is to preclude applications by the relatives of an EEA national’s spouse – i.e. aunts / uncles / siblings on the side of the spouse of the EEA national rather than members of the EEA national’s family.
Extended Family Member Applications under EU Law
In making an application for an EEA Family Permit or EEA Residence Card under EU law, EEA extended family members are asking for discretion to be exercised in their favour, and for the Home Office to recognise that if they were not granted a right to stay in the UK, the EEA national’s exercise of Treaty rights would be interfered with.
This means that being a durable partner or financially dependant upon an EEA national is not enough to mean there is a right of residence: the Home Office has to exercise discretion and recognise the extended family member’s personal circumstances mean they should be granted a right of residence.
Under the UK Regulations, once an extended family member is issued with EEA documentation, they automatically become a ‘family member’ for the purpose of Regulation 7.
Appeal Rights for EEA Extended Family Members
As we have covered in previous posts, there has been much change in relation to the appeal rights of EEA extended family members.
The definition of ‘EEA decision’ in Regulation 2 was amended in 2019, and no longer excludes extended family members.
Regulation 36, which sets out the right of appeal against ‘EEA decisions’ now states:
(4) If a person to whom paragraph (2) does not apply claims to be the family member of an EEA national under regulation 7, the relative of an EEA national who is an extended family member under regulation 8, or a family member who has retained the right of residence under regulation 10, that person may not appeal under these Regulations without producing—
(a) a valid passport; and
(b) either—
(i) an EEA family permit
(ii) a qualifying EEA State residence card;
(iii) in the case of a person claiming to be the family member of an EEA national, proof that the criteria in regulation 7 are met; or
(iv)in the case of a person claiming to be a family member who has retained the right of residence, proof that the criteria in regulation 10 are met.
This means that extended family members can exercise a right of appeal if the conditions above are met.
EEA Extended Family Member Applications under EU Settlement Scheme
EEA Extended family members can only make successful applications under the EU Settlement Scheme if they already have documentation as an extended family member under the EEA Regulations.
There is still scope for an EEA extended family member application to be made under the EEA Regulations for Applicants who fall within the extended family member definition. This is an application under EU law, so will not be an option after the UK leaves the EU and/or any transitional period where EU law still applies ends.
After an EEA application as an extended family member is granted, an EU Settlement Scheme application would be open to extended family members, thereby protecting their position in the UK after Brexit.
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Recently, I was retained as an expert witness in a disciplinary case involving a well-respected family law attorney. In the course of discovery, the prosecutor for the disciplinary board, who handles primarily personal injury cases, criticized the attorney for failing to conduct formal discovery. Is this a valid basis for criticism? Or, to the contrary, should the attorney be congratulated for handling the case entirely through informal discovery mechanisms?
In personal injury cases, the use of formal discovery is routine. Failure to do so may, in fact, be negligence. But, family law is not personal injury law. In fact, in many – if not most, family law cases, doing formal discovery may be malpractice.
A significant difference between the two areas of law is the prior intimate knowledge that parties to a divorce have of each other. It is highly unlikely that two people whose cars have met at an intersection have had an intimate relationship. So, why should divorce lawyers treat the parties similar to a case involving total strangers?
Occasionally, despite my request to opposing counsel to refrain from formal discovery, my client will be served with interrogatories. On occasion, I have had my client answer an interrogatory asking: “What is your name?”, with the answer: “I’ve slept with you for 30 years, haven’t you learned my name yet?” Or to the question: “How many children do you have?” with the answer: “They are your children, too. Count them yourself.” Only once has someone actually complained to a judge about the sarcasm and the judge was irritated at the unnecessary questions, finding the sarcastic responses to be warranted.
Why not do formal discovery in divorce? First, there is the cost. Parties to a divorce are highly cost-conscious and lawyers need to be efficient in the use of their time if they wish to avoid disciplinary grievances and malpractice lawsuits.
Second, there is retaliation. One lawyer I know will take interrogatories, cross out “petitioner” or “respondent” as the case may be, hand-write in the opposite and mail it back. What this lacks in subtlety, it makes up in practicality: It gets a clear message across that such needless actions will be met with an equal counteraction
Third, there is often a need for confidentiality. Many a client asks the lawyer about the advisability of calling the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about the other spouse’s fraud. A competent family law attorney will ask the client two questions: Did s/he also sign the returns? If so (and s/he probably did), the odds of qualifying for innocent spouse protection are not great, especially if s/he knew of and benefitted from the fraud. And, even if s/he would qualify for innocent spouse protection, what would be the effect on the family if the IRS goes after the main wage earner? If the IRS slaps liens on assets and garnishes income, what is left to divide or to pay to the other spouse?
Several years ago, I handled a case where both spouses were IRS agents. The clients, whose tax returns were antiseptic, nonetheless insisted there be no formal discovery. Any formal discovery, especially where filed with the court, is a public record and creates a paper trail which an IRS auditor would love to follow.
Finally, there is the aggravation factor. In family law cases, where there are children – either minors or adults – the parties will have had not only a past together , but a future relationship. Being served with formal interrogatories, requests for production and deposition subpoenas is unlikely to be conducive to encouraging a peaceful future. Lawyers may not be able to promote future peace, but we can avoid detracting from it.
Lack of Necessity in Most Cases
Furthermore, formal discovery is simply not necessary. The same information can be secured by informal discovery mechanisms, such as authorizations for bank and stock accounts, retirement plans and life insurance. The cost of formal discovery can be quite high, going into the hundreds and even the thousands of dollars. The cost of informal discovery, assuming a postage paid return envelope is enclosed, can be less than $1.00.
So, why ever do formal discovery in divorce? There are certain cases where depositions are necessary of expert witnesses so that the lawyer will be prepared for cross- examination at trial. In some cases, it is necessary because the other side refuses to cooperate with voluntary discovery. In the vast majority of cases, however, formal discovery is unnecessary, overly costly and potentially harmful to the clients. There are cases where it is necessary due to a lack of cooperation by the other side.
Moreover, for most family law cases, using formal discovery is akin to using a bomb – in some cases, an atomic bomb – to kill a fly. You sure are going to have one dead fly, but there will be substantial collateral damage as well. A fly swatter will also kill the fly, but with far less collateral damage. Given the relationship of the parties, both past and future, lawyers should always use the fly swatter first, and save the heavy artillery, unless truly needed.
This article originally appeared in American Journal of Family Law, Vol. 14, No. 3.
Attorney Gregg Herman is a founding partner of Loeb & Herman S.C. in Milwaukee, WI. He practices family law exclusively, and can be reached via e-mail or by calling (414) 272-5632.
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The Twelve Angled Stone in Cusco
The great architectural dominance of the ancient Inca civilization is one of the aspects that continue to baffle academics around the world. And one of the mysterious wonders that are lost in time is the ruins of a building called Hatun Rumiyoc. It was built with huge polygonal stones, carved and fitted with extraordinary precision. It was one of the most incredible constructions of ancient Cusco and today only its walls remain standing. In its walls, you can find some hidden wonders such as the shapes of local animals integrated into the structure or the wonderful twelve angle stone. And together with the travel experts of Machu Travel Peru, we have prepared a small article with all the main details of this incredible stone.
All you need to know about the Hatunrumiyoc and the twelve angle stone in Cusco city
What is the twelve angle stone?
History of the stone
Where to find it?
How to visit the twelve angle stone
Other attractions around
WHAT IS THE TWELVE ANGLED STONE?
The twelve angle stone of Hatunrumiyoc in Cusco is one of the most sophisticated examples of Inca ingenuity. It is made up of about 12 angles that fit perfectly into the adjacent wall. This majestic stone was laid by the Incas more than 700 years ago. The rock is made up of igneous rock of green diorite, is about six feet deep, and weighs more than six tons. Behind this stone, a much deeper meaning is hidden since it is believed that it represents the division of the 24 families of Cusco (12 families during the Hurin dynasty and another 12 during the Hanan dynasty). The twelve angle stone was originally part of the Roca Inca Palace, but starting in the early 20th century it became part of the Archbishop’s palace. Today it is one of the many attractions of Cusco to visit along with the various archaeological ruins around.
The twelve angled stone is a rock embedded within an ancient Inca wall and is considered one of the most representative figures of perfection in Andean culture. The twelve angle stone has become a historical and cultural element within Cusco. The stone demonstrates the advanced architectural and technological level for its time, with an awareness of anti-seismic structures. Sadly, the history surrounding this ancient stone can get a bit confusing. It is known that the stone belonged to the Inca Roca palace until the arrival of the Spanish. Then a beautiful colonial building was built on the foundations of the palace. Later, it would become the Museum of Religious Art of the city of Cusco and the Archbishop’s Palace. The immense and solid wall has gained a notorious popularity today, becoming one of the many things to do around Cusco. Today it is one of the most photographed attractions of the beautiful Imperial City.
The amazing twelve angle stone is located within the city of Cusco, on Hatun Rumiyoc street, approximately 500 meters from the Plaza de Armas. This stone is part of one of the main walls of the Archbishop’s Palace and the Museum of Religious Art. You can easily get to it from the famous Plaza de Armas. If you go up to Triunfo Street you will head towards Hatun Rumiyoc Street, which is known for being full of handicrafts, clothing, and jewelry stores. From there, it is easy to distinguish the twelve angle stone. Within our Cusco travel tips, we highly recommend acclimatizing a little before embarking on a tour of the city.
You can visit the twelve angle stone as part of a free walking tour of Cusco. These usually depart several times a day from the nearby Plaza de Armas. But if group tours are not usually your thing, on a private Cusco city tour you can enjoy a tour of the main attractions of the Imperial City, including the twelve angle stone. Together with a certified tour guide, you will be able to decipher the confusing history of this enigmatic stone. It is better that you know that it is forbidden to touch the stone and the Inca wall. You will be able to take infinite photos but always with respect and conscience.
Fortunately, the twelve angle stone is strategically located in the historic center of the city, making it a popular stop within the different city tours. Being within the tourist route of numerous journeys, you will have the opportunity to visit other incredible attractions of the city. Like the beautiful San Blas neighborhood, one of the most popular regions for young people and artists. Or also the popular San Pedro market, where you can enjoy the traditional flavor of Cusco. Even the different museums in Cusco are a great alternative to learn about the history and culture of the city. In conclusion, within Cusco, you will find much more than the enigmatic twelve angled stone… and we, of course, recommend taking a look at the different tours in Peru.
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Compressor expands
By Anton Linecker, Jim Heid
Final Cut Studio’s revision of Compressor, Apple’s video-compressing and -transcoding application, adds some very welcome features. Compressor 2 sports a new look consistent with the other members of the Final Cut Studio family (see screenshot). (Compressor 2 is part of the Final Cut Studio package and is included with stand-alone purchases of Final Cut Pro 5 and DVD Studio Pro 4.)
Compressor 2 includes encoding settings that output to a variety of media, from HD-based DVDs to mobile phones. While most people will use Compressor for MPEG-2 compression for DVD Studio Pro projects, Compressor 2 has many attributes that make it as useful as Autodesk’s Cleaner or Sorenson’s Squeeze. We encoded high-definition material to MPEG-4 and H.264 for Web delivery, and the results were beautiful and had surprisingly low data rates. Still, for movies destined for the Web and CD-ROM, Squeeze ( ) is a more versatile choice; it supports more video formats and does a better job at low bit-rate compression.
On the audio front, Compressor 2 can encode Dolby AC-3 audio, the most common format for DVDs. Thankfully, Compressor 2 replaces the awkward A.pack utility that accompanied previous versions of DVD Studio Pro. That’s cause for celebration, but Apple missed an opportunity to ease the transition for veteran users: DVD Studio Pro 4’s otherwise excellent documentation doesn’t specifically mention A.pack’s demise.
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Topping the list of new Compressor features is distributed rendering through Apple’s Qmaster, a program first designed for Apple’s Shake compositing program. Compressing and transcoding videos can be time-consuming, so harnessing more processing power from other Macs on a local network can help you save time. The most efficient scenario for distributed rendering is in an optimized environment that has a cluster of Xserves with video media stored on a shared Xsan volume so nothing needs to be copied from computer to computer.
A New Squeeze Compressor 2 sports a new look and many new options. With its Preview window’s split-screen feature, you can get a before-compression and after-compression preview of your video.
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In the initial release of Compressor 2, an optimized render environment like this was necessary to achieve time-efficient encoding — people without this optimized environment who wanted to create an ad hoc cluster from older Macs lying around the house were out of luck. If the computers in such an ad hoc cluster varied greatly in terms of processor power, it would be possible for a two-computer distributed rendering job to take longer that a single-computer job. But with the 2.0.1 release of Qmaster and Compressor, Apple added support for these non-optimized clusters. Indeed, with the 2.0.1 update, distributed renders, even on nonoptimized clusters, will often give you a time advantage. But if you don’t have shared storage, media will need to be copied to all the computers; therefore, lower data-rate, compressed-video formats such as DV, DV50, HDV and DVCPRO HD will be best suited for distributed rendering in these environments.
Compressor’s transcoding capabilities have also been improved with the addition of optical flow image analysis. You can now transcode NTSC video to the European PAL format and get very good, though slow, results.
In a month of testing, we never encountered the dreaded “Cannot connect to Background Processes” bug that plagued all previous versions of Compressor. We can hope that this frustrating bug has finally been stomped.
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Bruno Barbey: 1941–2020
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With an unflinching eye and depth of vision, Thomas Dworzak has documented many of this century’s most important news stories since the 1990s. Dworzak started travelling aged 16 to photograph conflicts in Northern Ireland, Israel/Palestine and the disintegrating Yugoslavia. Since then, he has gone on to photograph wars in Afghanistan and Iraq post 9/11, the revolutions in the former Soviet republics of Georgia, Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine.
After graduating from Robert-Schuman Gymnasium, Cham (specializing in English, French, History and Russian Literature) he left Germany, always combining his travels and attempts to become a photographer with studying languages: Spanish in Avila, Czech in Prague, Russian in Moscow. During the Nineties, Dworzak lived in Georgia, exploring the people, culture and conflicts in the Caucasus, which resulted in the book, Kavkaz in 2010.
Significant projects include a several-month assignment in Afghanistan for The New Yorker, where he discovered studio portraits of the Taliban. This became his first book, “Taliban”. Meanwhile, images taken during his many assignments in Iraq, most of which were shot for TIME Magazine, were used to create his next book:“M*A*S*H* IRAQ”. In his most recent project, Feldpost (2013 – 2018), he photographed the ‘memory’ of WWI in more than 80 countries, producing 1568 ‘postcards’ (one for every day of the war). It was completed on 11/11/2018, 100 years after the end of the conflict.
Dworzak is also a keen curator, with a particular interest in digital culture. His work mining Instagram memes under various hashtags—ranging from animals dressed as the pope to the aftermath of the Boston marathon bombing‚—has resulted in 20 sketchbooks compiled of his findings.
Dworzak became a Magnum nominee in 2000 and a full member in 2004. He was elected President of Magnum in 2017.
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Greater Manchester teens transform community space and make ‘radical’ difference for Tameside’s homeless
By James Metcalf
Sixty students from across Greater Manchester hope to make a ‘radical’ difference for Tameside’s homeless community this weekend by cleaning up a communal garden in Ashton-Under-Lyne.
From schools in Tameside, Stockport, Oldham, and South Manchester, the year 11 students will take to Hampson Road garden in Hazelwood, Ashton-Under-Lyne tomorrow, landscaping the space and working with a particularly vulnerable section of society.
This event is taking place with other community clean ups on Hadfield Crescent, Leech Avenue, and Palace Road in Ashton-Under-Lyne, all of which are part of the National Citizen Service provided by The Challenge Network.
Executive director of neighbourhoods at New Charter, Tony Powell, said: “It’s really important to engage young people in our communities and neighbourhoods and this is a great way to do so.
“We’re delighted to work with a national charity and look forward to seeing the results of such great work.”
With landscaping and planting by the students it is hoped that the area will become radically different to the homeless and vulnerable people living in the Hampson Road supported housing scheme run by Threshold.
The UK’s leading charity encouraging a more integrated society, The Challenge Network are proud of this project and other schemes like it, according to Craig Morley, their chief executive.
He said: “As UK communities become increasingly diverse, there is a very real danger they actually become more segregated. The National Citizen Service programme that The Challenge Network provides helps bring together people of all ages, ethnicities and income backgrounds to inspire and strengthen their communities.
“Through NCS, over a 1,000 young people from Manchester have broken these divides by engaging with the local community on projects like these.”
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Preview: Cheltenham Town vs Stags
Next up for the Stags is a trip to face Cheltenham Town on Saturday 22 February (3pm). Here’s all you need to know ahead of the Sky Bet League Two fixture…
Wing-back Kellan Gordon will miss the game due to a back injury, while the game will likely also come too soon for midfielder Alex MacDonald.
Defender Joe Riley will continue to be assessed in the days leading up to the fixture.
Last time out, the Stags recorded a 1-0 win over Newport in testing conditions at One Call Stadium. Frontman Danny Rose scored the game’s only goal in the 29th minute of the contest.
Cheltenham made it two wins on the bounce on Saturday with a 2-1 over Leyton Orient. Conor Wilkinson gave the O’s the lead, but strikes from Alfie May and Reuben Reid turned the game around for the Robins.
We last faced the Robins at One Call Stadium in December, with the visitors earning a 3-0 victory.
The referee for Saturday’s game against Cheltenham will be John Busby, assisted by Oliver Bickle and Lisa Rashid. The fourth official will be John Flynn.
Mr. Busby last took charge of a game involving the Stags in our 2-0 win over Scunthorpe in September.
The Stags have received an allocation of 402 tickets for the fixture.
For full ticket information, click here.
There is a main car park at the Jonny-Rocks Stadium which is located at the back of the Autovillage Main Stand. Places are available at a charge of £6 and can be booked over the phone by calling 01242 573558.
Please note: this cannot be done on a matchday. If you would like to pay on the day of the game, there is still at a charge of £6 cash on the main gate, however, it is on a first come, first served basis. There is also limited street parking in the vicinity of the ground.
There is the usual food on offer within the ground. There is also a club bar at the ground called the Robins Nest which allows in small numbers of away fans for a £1 admittance fee. The nearest pubs to the ground are the Kemble Brewery Inn on Fairview Street and the Sudeley Arms and the Conservatory on Prestbury Road.
Can't make it to the game? iFollow Stags subscribers can listen to full-match commentary of the clash courtesy of commentators Martin Shaw and Dean Foulkes. Not an iFollow Stags subscriber? Sign up by heading to mansfieldtown.net/ifollow.
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Mansfield Town under-18s kick off the new year on Saturday morning when they welcome Rotherham United to The RH Academy in the EFL Youth Alliance.
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Marin watchdog panel says special districts…
Marin watchdog panel says special districts overlooked
By Marin Independent Journal |
PUBLISHED: June 10, 2014 at 12:00 a.m. | UPDATED: July 19, 2018 at 2:29 a.m.
The Marin County Civil Grand Jury says that dozens of special districts get little attention in Marin even though taxpayers pay more than $160 million to them every year.
The court-empowered watchdog group recently issued a report titled: “What Are Special Districts and Why Do They Matter?”
“It is remarkable that the decisions made regularly by special district boards are not on the radar screens of most taxpayers,” the volunteer jury said. “Citizens seldom attend board meetings and media coverage is infrequent at best.”
The result, the jury said, is that problems can boil over, such as happened in recent years in the Novato fire and Ross Valley sanitary districts.
The jury found that a complete list of all the districts “did not exist” until it launched its inquiry, and its report urged the county to list all districts, along with contact information, on its website.
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NYSE:BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Stock Forecast, Price & News
Adding Brookfield Asset Management Inc.
+0.07 (+0.18 %)
(As of 01/15/2021 08:00 PM ET)
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets. Our investment focus is on real estate, renewable power, infrastructure and private equity assets. Our objective is to generate attractive long-term risk-adjusted returns for the benefit of our clients and shareholders. We manage a range of public and private investment products and services for institutional and retail clients. We earn asset management income for doing so and align our interests with our clients by investing alongside them. We have an exceptionally strong balance sheet, with over $30 billion of capital invested, primarily in our four listed partnerships: Brookfield Property Partners, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners, Brookfield Renewable Partners and Brookfield Business Partners. This access to large-scale capital enables us to make investments in sizeable, premier assets across geographies and asset classes that few managers are able to do. We create value for BAM shareholders in the following ways: As an asset manager Â- by investing both our own capital and that of our investors Â- this enables us to increase the scale of our operations, and enhances our financial returns through base management fees and performance-based income; as an investor and capital allocator Â- we strive to invest at attractive valuations, particularly in value-oriented situations that create opportunities for superior valuation gains and cash flow returns, or by monetizing assets at appropriate times to realize value; and as an owner-operator Â- we constantly work to increase the value of the assets within our operating businesses and the cash flows they produce through our operating expertise, development capabilities and effective financing.
Brookfield Asset Management has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.10, and is based on 7 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and no sell ratings.
According to analysts' consensus price target of $44.50, Brookfield Asset Management has a forecasted upside of 14.9% from its current price of $38.74.
Brookfield Asset Management has only been the subject of 4 research reports in the past 90 days.
Brookfield Asset Management has received 486 “outperform” votes. (Add your “outperform” vote.)
Brookfield Asset Management has received 420 “underperform” votes. (Add your “underperform” vote.)
Brookfield Asset Management has received 53.64% “outperform” votes from our community.
MarketBeat's community ratings are surveys of what our community members think about Brookfield Asset Management and other stocks. Vote “Outperform” if you believe BAM will outperform the S&P 500 over the long term. Vote “Underperform” if you believe BAM will underperform the S&P 500 over the long term. You may vote once every thirty days.
Brookfield Asset Management has a dividend yield of 1.24%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.
Brookfield Asset Management does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
The dividend payout ratio of Brookfield Asset Management is 27.75%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.
Based on earnings estimates, Brookfield Asset Management will have a dividend payout ratio of 25.13% next year. This indicates that Brookfield Asset Management will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
In the past three months, Brookfield Asset Management insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $1,047,750,000.00 in company stock.
60.33% of the stock of Brookfield Asset Management is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.
Earnings for Brookfield Asset Management are expected to grow by 2.14% in the coming year, from $1.87 to $1.91 per share.
The P/E ratio of Brookfield Asset Management is -1,056.16, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.
Brookfield Asset Management has a P/B Ratio of 0.54. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.
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Current SymbolNYSE:BAM
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CIK1001085
Webwww.brookfield.com
Employees150,000
Trailing P/E RatioN/A
Annual Sales$67.83 billion
Price / Cash Flow7.82
Price / Book0.54
Net Income$2.81 billion
Return on Equity0.06%
Outstanding Shares1,575,004,000
Next Earnings Date2/11/2021 (Confirmed)
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Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE:BAM) Frequently Asked Questions
How has Brookfield Asset Management's stock price been impacted by COVID-19 (Coronavirus)?
Brookfield Asset Management's stock was trading at $53.84 on March 11th, 2020 when COVID-19 (Coronavirus) reached pandemic status according to the World Health Organization. Since then, BAM shares have decreased by 28.0% and is now trading at $38.74.
Is Brookfield Asset Management a buy right now?
10 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Brookfield Asset Management in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating, 7 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "buy" Brookfield Asset Management stock.
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What stocks does MarketBeat like better than Brookfield Asset Management?
Wall Street analysts have given Brookfield Asset Management a "Buy" rating, but there may be better short-term opportunities in the market. Some of MarketBeat's past winning trading ideas have resulted in 5-15% weekly gains. MarketBeat just released five new trading ideas, but Brookfield Asset Management wasn't one of them. MarketBeat thinks these five stocks may be even better buys.
When is Brookfield Asset Management's next earnings date?
Brookfield Asset Management is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, February 11th 2021.
View our earnings forecast for Brookfield Asset Management.
How can I listen to Brookfield Asset Management's earnings call?
Brookfield Asset Management will be holding an earnings conference call on Thursday, February 11th at 12:00 AM Eastern. Interested parties can register for or listen to the call using this link or dial in at Not Available.
How were Brookfield Asset Management's earnings last quarter?
Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (NYSE:BAM) issued its earnings results on Thursday, November, 12th. The financial services provider reported $0.10 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.41 by $0.31. The financial services provider earned $16.25 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $15.84 billion. Brookfield Asset Management had a net margin of 0.11% and a return on equity of 0.06%. The business's revenue was down 9.1% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $0.80 earnings per share.
View Brookfield Asset Management's earnings history.
How often does Brookfield Asset Management pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Brookfield Asset Management?
Brookfield Asset Management announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, November 12th. Shareholders of record on Monday, November 30th will be given a dividend of $0.12 per share on Thursday, December 31st. This represents a $0.48 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.24%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, November 27th.
View Brookfield Asset Management's dividend history.
Is Brookfield Asset Management a good dividend stock?
Brookfield Asset Management pays an annual dividend of $0.48 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.24%. The dividend payout ratio of Brookfield Asset Management is 27.75%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, Brookfield Asset Management will have a dividend payout ratio of 25.13% next year. This indicates that Brookfield Asset Management will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
When did Brookfield Asset Management's stock split? How did Brookfield Asset Management's stock split work?
Brookfield Asset Management's stock split before market open on Thursday, April 2nd 2020. The 3-2 split was announced on Thursday, February 13th 2020. The newly created shares were issued to shareholders after the market closes on Wednesday, April 1st 2020. An investor that had 100 shares of Brookfield Asset Management stock prior to the split would have 150 shares after the split.
What price target have analysts set for BAM?
10 brokerages have issued 12 month price targets for Brookfield Asset Management's shares. Their forecasts range from $31.00 to $57.00. On average, they expect Brookfield Asset Management's stock price to reach $44.50 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 14.9% from the stock's current price.
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Are investors shorting Brookfield Asset Management?
Brookfield Asset Management saw a decline in short interest during the month of December. As of December 31st, there was short interest totaling 11,120,000 shares, a decline of 27.9% from the December 15th total of 15,420,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 2,540,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 4.4 days. Approximately 0.8% of the shares of the company are sold short.
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Who are some of Brookfield Asset Management's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Brookfield Asset Management include Spirit Realty Capital (SRC), Piedmont Office Realty Trust (PDM), IRSA Propiedades Comerciales (IRCP), J.W. Mays (MAYS), Gyrodyne (GYRO), Elbit Imaging (EMITF), AmBase (ABCP), Canal Capital (COWP) and JV Group (ASZP).
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What other stocks do shareholders of Brookfield Asset Management own?
Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Brookfield Asset Management investors own include AT&T (T), NVIDIA (NVDA), The Walt Disney (DIS), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), AbbVie (ABBV), Bank of America (BAC), Verizon Communications (VZ), Walmart (WMT), Intel (INTC) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM).
Who are Brookfield Asset Management's key executives?
Brookfield Asset Management's management team includes the following people:
Mr. James Bruce Flatt, Managing Partner, CEO & Director (Age 55, Pay $803.44k)
Mr. Sachin G. Shah CPA, CPA, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer (Age 43, Pay $932.8k)
Mr. Cyrus Madon, Managing Partner & CEO of Private Equity Group (Age 54, Pay $931.18k)
Mr. Samuel J.B. Pollock, Managing Partner & CEO of Infrastructure (Age 54, Pay $933.4k)
Mr. Brian William Kingston, Managing Partner & CEO of Real Estate (Age 46, Pay $1.5M)
Mr. Anuj Ranjan, Managing Partner, Head of Europe and Asia-Pacific & CEO South Asia and Middle East
Mr. Mark J. Carney MPC, FPC, PRC, Vice Chair and Head of ESG & Impact Investing (Age 55)
Mr. James Reid, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer of Private Equity and Energy (Age 54)
Mr. David James Nowak, Managing Partner of Private Equity (Age 50)
Mr. Pierre McNeil, Managing Director of Private Equity (Age 57)
What is Brookfield Asset Management's stock symbol?
Brookfield Asset Management trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "BAM."
Who are Brookfield Asset Management's major shareholders?
Brookfield Asset Management's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE (0.02%), Parkside Investments LLC (0.01%), Weather Gauge Advisory LLC (0.01%), Crossmark Global Holdings Inc. (0.01%), Salvus Wealth Management LLC (0.01%) and Epiq Partners LLC (0.00%). Company insiders that own Brookfield Asset Management stock include Ati Investment Parent, Llc, Brookfield Asset Management In and Ocm Growth Holdings Llc.
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Which major investors are selling Brookfield Asset Management stock?
BAM stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Weather Gauge Advisory LLC, NuWave Investment Management LLC, Pacifica Partners Inc., Legacy Private Trust Co., Nexus Investment Management ULC, and Lawson Kroeker Investment Management Inc. NE.
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BAM stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Salvus Wealth Management LLC, 4J Wealth Management LLC, Epiq Partners LLC, Parkside Investments LLC, Pure Financial Advisors Inc., Kovack Advisors Inc., Raymond James Trust N.A., and Crossmark Global Holdings Inc..
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Shares of BAM can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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One share of BAM stock can currently be purchased for approximately $38.74.
How big of a company is Brookfield Asset Management?
Brookfield Asset Management has a market capitalization of $61.02 billion and generates $67.83 billion in revenue each year. The financial services provider earns $2.81 billion in net income (profit) each year or $1.73 on an earnings per share basis. Brookfield Asset Management employs 150,000 workers across the globe.
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Brookfield Asset Management's mailing address is Suite 300 Brookfield Place 181 Bay Street P.O. Box 762, Toronto A6, M5J2T3. The financial services provider can be reached via phone at 416-363-9491 or via email at [email protected]
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Havas sees revenue drop 7.4% for first half
Havas, owner of marketing agency networks Euro RSCG, MPG, Arena BLM and Archibald Ingall Stretton, has posted a drop in revenue of 7.4% to €700 million (£614.7 million) for the first half of the year.
By Marketing Week 1 Sep 2009 9:30 am
Operating income dropped 13.2%, or €71 million (£61.2 million), for the first half, year-on-year while net income dropped 18.7% to €40 million (£35.1 million).
The group saw organic growth in Europe fall 9.2% to €220 million (£193.2 million) with the UK dropping 15% to €41 million (£ 36 million).
However, analysts have welcomed the results as being better than predicted and the group has reported that net new business worth €$813 million over the period beat its 2008 half year average. Recent wins not included in the results period take in Heineken in the US and Axa in the UK.
Other marketing services groups turned in weak results last month with WPP posting a 47% drop in pre-tax profit. However, Chime Communications managed to buck the trend and recorded a 4% rise in pre-tax profit.
News Agencies
YouTube to reinstate music videos following PRS deal
Marketing Week
Tens of thousands of music videos are set to return to YouTube within days following an agreement with rights collecting agency PRS for Music.
3 Sep 2009 11:02 am
Collaboration will lead to a brighter future
We at Brand Learning fully endorse IPA director general Hamish Pringle’s view that chief marketing officers need to engage with financial reporting practices to ensure that their voice is heard in the boardroom (MW 13 August).
Keepers of the truth
Data stewards are vital to the success of data governance programmes. So what are the skills required? David Reed finds out.
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Nasdaq, LSEG Expand in Digital Assets
By Shanny Basar
Nasdaq and London Stock Exchange Group have both taken steps to grow the digital asset ecosystem as institutional interest increases.
Last month Nasdaq launched the Marketplace Services Platform which allows users to build new marketplaces across the trading lifecycle, from execution through to settlement, custody and payment, by using cloud-based plug and play components.
Magnus Haglind, Nasdaq
Magnus Haglind, senior vice president and head of product management, market technology at Nasdaq, told Markets Media that firms have traditionally developed their own infrastructure. This included buying hardware, developing software and installing connectivity which could take at least six to nine months, depending on the complexity.
“We have deployed the whole process in the cloud, so thanks to cloud and automation the time to establish and on-board a ready solution is substantially reduced to a few weeks,” he added.
The Marketplace Services Platform facilitates the frictionless exchange of assets, services and information across various types of market ecosystems and machine-to-machine transactions, including, but not limited, to standard financial assets, tokenized assets, credit card receivables, loyalty points, real estate, insurance contracts, gaming and wagering.
Read more about the @NasdaqTech launch here: https://t.co/Ztak5Lz7Mh pic.twitter.com/5QD8pMI7WS
— Nasdaq (@Nasdaq) June 24, 2020
Nasdaq’s already established services, including matching, risk management and market surveillance, will be accessible on the platform.
Haglind said financial services firms are ready for a rapid acceleration in their use of the cloud and software-as-a-service. “Security has the same logic as our best-in-class capital markets capabilities and cloud vendors have a secure set up,” he added.
Brad Bailey, research director at consultancy Celent, said in a statement: “We are at an inflection point in the capital markets. Building one’s own technology stack from application to infrastructure, without leveraging a platform with access to an ecosystem of partners for technology, services, cloud is becoming more difficult to justify.”
The Digital Assets Suite is agnostic to the underlying digital ledger technology, is multi-cloud and will also be accessible for marketplaces in Micorsoft’s Azure. Nasdaq is working with Digital Asset, R3 and Symbiont to deliver technology through the Marketplace Services Platform to meet the diverse needs and unique models of tokenized and digital assets marketplaces.
Haglind said: “We are working with firms such as R3 and the digital asset space has matured as vendors are moving into the next phase. We hope the number of partnerships will grow and create a broader ecosystem.”
He explained that some clients will still want to have infrastructure on their premises and take modules such as surveillance while start-ups, such as LEX, will start with the matching engine.
Leading commercial real estate firm @LEX_Markets has tapped @Nasdaq to power its trading platform. LEX will leverage the cloud matching service via the Nasdaq Marketplace Services Platform.
Read more here: https://t.co/D3d2OzuaRc pic.twitter.com/v29w84oWEI
LEX, a commercial real estate securities marketplace that enables investors to invest in individual properties, last month chose Nasdaq to power its trading platform via the Nasdaq Marketplace Services Platform.
Drew Sterrett, co-founder and chief executive of LEX, said in a statement: “Nasdaq’s market leading technology will allow LEX to scale with the sophistication of a global market and helps us achieve our mission of opening access to the asset class for both retail and institutional investors. Properties have historically traded hands over the course of years. Nasdaq is providing us with the technology to make it happen in under a second.”
Haglind continued that smaller traditional exchanges, who do not have a demand for low latency, may also want to innovate in infrastructure for their local markets using the new platform.
“We are not just providing technology for digital assets to Nasdaq but we are reducing barriers for proven infrastructure for the whole market,” he said.
He added that Nasdaq is creating value as this is a big change in how the industry develops software.
“Firms will have access to continuous upgrades, like consumer services, rather than refreshing their technology every three to five years,” said Haglind.
(Thread): Today, @NasdaqTech reveals the new Marketplace Services Platform, providing next-generation marketplace capabilities spanning the transaction lifecycle.
Learn more: https://t.co/AzFLghb4Dr pic.twitter.com/bPmRAh5Bo5
He added there has been interest from both traditional capital markets and other industries for the new marketplace. Nasdaq has a good pipeline and has also concluded a successful pilot for the Football Index, where clients can buy and sell shares in professional footballers.
London Stock Exchange Group
The UK exchange added 169 digital currencies, digital platforms and security tokens to its SEDOL Masterfile service, a comprehensive global security identifier covering 100 million financial instruments, on 22 June 2020.
LSEG worked with Digital Asset Research to put a robust and transparent vetting process in place to determine which digital assets would be added.
James Nevin, head of data solutions, ISD at London Stock Exchange Group, told Markets Media that 30 years ago SEDOL just covered UK equities but has grown to over 100 million securities across asset classes, with about 20 million currently live.
James Nevin, LSEG
He said: “Institutional clients are beginning to invest in digital assets and the addition to SEDOL ensures they can be integrated into workflows like a traditional security.”
SEDOL security codes are global identifiers for securities allowing market participants to match trades more efficiently and reduce operational risk by enabling straight-through-processing. Other uses include portfolio valuation, processing price feeds and for reference data validation as a cross reference to other identifiers and price validation. Users include asset management, wealth management, insurance firms , custodians, data vendors and fund administrators.
Nevin added that the exchange is talking to digital trading venues and platforms about licensing the SEDOL code.
“This will increase transparency and help institutionalise the market as it develops,” he said.
The exchange makes ongoing additions to SEDOL. In the last few years LSEG has added US municipal bonds and is looking to further increase fixed income coverage taking advantage of data from within the group.”
In May the US Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation unveiled plans to explore the benefits of digitalization in the public and private markets and whether new technologies can strengthen post-trade processes and reduce risks and costs through two case studies – Project Whitney and Project Ion.
Project Whitney is a prototype focused on exploring the potential for asset tokenization and digital infrastructure to support private market securities, from issuance through secondary markets.
Jennifer Peve, DTCC
Jennifer Peve, managing director, business innovation at DTCC, said in a statement: “The private markets are ripe for increased levels of automation and lack much of the infrastructure that has supported the public markets for decades.”
Project Ion explores whether the digitalization of assets and application of DLT can accelerate settlement and reduce cost and risk for the industry.
Murray Pozmanter, head of clearing agency services and global operations and client services at DTCC, said in a statement: “Project Ion is about working with the industry to further the value proposition on accelerated settlement leveraging new capabilities such as DLT and tokenized securities, and to learn how DTCC can best deploy these technologies to deliver additional value to clients and the industry.”
Zodia Custody 'Game Changer' For Crypto
Trusted custody partners are essential to increase institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies.
Cboe To Create Digital Asset Indices
The exchange has licensed CoinRoutes' market data.
DBS To Launch Full-Service Digital Exchange
Singapore Exchange to take a stake in the DBS Digital Exchange.
Digital Asset Exchange To Launch In Singapore
The SIX and SIB joint venture will launch a digital issuance platform, exchange and CSD venue.
SIFMA Issues Whitepaper on Digital Security Tokens
The paper noted the importance of maintaining robust controls and protections as Infrastructure is developed.
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ALFA ROMEO GIULIA GTA TEAMS UP WITH ANTONIO GIOVINAZZI FOR THE 2020 FORMULA 1 CHAMPIONSHIP
The official start of the 2020 Formula 1 season will take place on 5 July, 2020 with the Austrian Grand Prix and will see the Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN driver, Antonio Giovinazzi, proudly sport the Alfa Romeo ‘GTAm’ logo on his race suit.
The iconic ‘GTAm’ badge will grace the Italian driver's suit as a tribute to the new limited series model conceived for the brand's 110th anniversary. Denoting the ultimate performance models and some of the most iconic versions of the Alfa Romeo range, the new GTAm adopts technical solutions derived directly from the technological skills and knowhow acquired by Sauber Engineering during its years working in Formula 1.
The aerodynamic lessons from Grand Prix racing have been key in the development of the GTAm. Bespoke solutions such as the active front splitter, side skirts and specific rear spoiler, as well as significant work on the underside of the car, have been developed to guarantee optimal aerodynamic loads, favouring stability and balance, particularly at high speeds.
The history of the brand is deeply linked to that of Formula 1, with Alfa Romeo winning the first ever Grand Prix and the inaugural season in 1950 with Nino Farina on board the Alfa Romeo Gran Premio Tipo 158 “Alfetta”. This triumph was repeated in 1951 by Juan Manuel Fangio in the Alfetta 159. This year the legend will continue with world champion Kimi Räikkönen and Antonio Giovinazzi behind the wheel of their C39 models.
Exhilarating performances spanning history and future
The new Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA is technically and conceptually inspired by the 1965 Giulia GTA, the “Gran Turismo Alleggerita” developed by Autodelta for the Giulia Sprint GT, which achieved sporting success all over the world. The new Giulia GTA is based on the Giulia Quadrifoglio and is fitted with a more powerful version of the Alfa Romeo 2.9-litre V6 Bi-Turbo engine with 540hp. With its extensive use of ultra-light materials, it benefits from a weight reduction of 100kg compared to the Giulia Quadrifoglio, achieving an exceptional weight/power ratio of 2.82 kg/hp, making it the best-in-class.
Alfa Romeo Press Office Contacts:
Kate Saxton – PR Director +44 (0)1753 519592 kate.saxton@fcagroup.com
Krystyna Perry – PR Manager +44 (0)1753 519383 krystyna.perry@fcagroup.com
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Liz Benjamin tried to smile as she walked down the petal-strewn aisle toward her father.
He beamed as she moved closer, his expression an unfamiliar mix of nervousness, euphoria, and even pride. This was his special day, and Liz wanted it to be perfect for him…
Even though he was marrying the Wicked Witch of West Anchorage.
As much as Liz despised her soon-to-be stepmother, Vanessa Price, she knew well enough that you couldn’t choose who your heart loved. She’d seen that lesson firsthand as her best friend—and now roommate—Scarlett Cole fell head over heels for the heir to the infamous Mitchell estate.
From her seat in the pew, Scarlett gave a thumbs up as Liz passed by on her long walk toward the front of the church. Her new fiancé Henry sat by her side, his fingers laced possessively through hers.
After a couple false starts, Henry had proven himself to be a good man. He had taught both Scarlett and Liz many lessons in their short friendship. For one thing, appearances could be deceiving. And, more importantly than that, a person isn’t necessarily destined to follow in his family’s footsteps.
Henry certainly hadn’t.
And that’s what Liz reminded herself often when it came to her new stepsisters, Victoria and Valeria, who would soon follow her down the aisle. Sure, their mother was the very caricature of an evil, money-grubbing politician, but that didn’t mean her daughters weren’t lovely people in their own right.
When the two families had first met, the two high school girls had kept mostly to themselves, rebuffing any attempt Liz made to hold a conversation. But that could be immaturity—or even shyness—just as much as it could be a cold nature.
Although…
No, Liz had to give them the benefit of the doubt—both for her own sanity and her father’s.
As far as she knew, he hadn’t gone on a single date since the death of her mother more than twenty-five years ago. Not until he’d met and fallen headlong for Vanessa.
Poor Liz had never gotten the chance to know her mother, who had sadly died in childbirth. It was the one thing she wished she could change about her life. Well, other than the way her father had punished himself by swearing off love for so many years.
He had once told Liz he didn’t deserve happiness, but hadn’t explained when she pressed him for answers. Her entire life it had been just the two of them, but now three more would be entering their family.
She needed to play nice for her father’s sake. Surely he must see something in Vanessa Price that Liz herself hadn’t spied yet. She couldn’t imagine her dear old dad choosing anyone with less than a pure heart to share his life.
But then again, maybe he had been tricked somehow, pulled into Vanessa’s black widow web.
Only what could she possibly have to gain by going after Ben Benjamin?
None of it made sense to Liz. Maybe one day when she finally fell in love for herself, things would start to make more sense. Maybe Vanessa would change, or maybe she already had without Liz’s realizing it.
A wedding was a day to be happy, yet the only emotion that filled Liz’s heart that day was fear. She still couldn’t decide whether she should be happy her father had finally found a partner or sad by just who that partner ended up being.
When all was said and done, would this truly be the happiest day of her father’s life?
Oh, how she hoped so. And that hope was what she would cling to in the absence of any more attractive option.
She looked up and smiled, finally having finished her long walk toward the front of the church and taking her place beside her father. She was his best man, though she wore a dress that matched her sisters' bridesmaids gowns.
Victoria and Valeria floated down the aisle next, arms linked, smiling proudly out at the sea of guests. Their perfect blonde ringlets seemed to shine and reflect the light from the many flashing cameras. Their pale blue, floor-length gowns added to the ethereal image they projected.
Liz looked nowhere near as gorgeous in her dress. The color clashed with her thick auburn hair. The low cut of the neckline showed off the freckles she’d prefer to hide and the cleavage which, quite frankly, didn’t really exist.
Her new stepsisters were more than ten years younger than her, yet their bra cups runneth over. God may have granted them beauty and money, but Liz knew she was the one who had truly been blessed, having a father like Ben Benjamin.
She had never wanted for anything growing up, and she didn’t want for anything now.
Just for him to be happy with the new path he’d chosen.
As the organist played the first few notes of the “Wedding March,” all eyes shifted toward the back of the church where Vanessa Price stood wearing layers and layers of white tulle, a wispy veil that reached straight to the floor, and even a tiara embedded with hundreds of tiny crystals.
Everyone watched the bride as she took smooth, delicate steps toward the altar, but Liz couldn’t stop looking at the tears that shone in her father’s eyes, the impossibly huge smile that somehow managed to grow even larger.
He was finally happy.
And she wouldn’t let anyone take that away.
Liz looked away as her father kissed his bride, making the union of the Benjamin and Price families official in the eyes of both God and the law.
She held her breath as the couple marched back down the aisle, hand in hand. And she didn’t laugh with the other guests when her father leaped up and attempted to click his heels together in glee.
After what felt like an eternity of nodding, smiling, and greeting the guests as they filed through the receiving line, a gleaming black limo came to collect the wedding party and drive them to the banquet hall for the reception.
The reception venue was decorated beautifully, like a scene straight out of a fairytale. A mirrored placemat, glass dish, and crystal goblet adorned each place setting. Even the silverware shone with added bedazzlements on their dainty handles.
An oblong, silver stage rose several feet above the floor with four throne-like chairs set around a thin table. Liz looked back to her father, but he didn’t notice her worried expression as he and his bride ascended to the stage and took the two middle seats. The waiting guests clapped and cheered, ready for the next portion of this evening’s spectacle.
Next, Valeria and Victoria took their seats on either side of the couple. Finally, her father noticed the missing chair and motioned for Liz to join them on the stage.
“Scooch, scooch,” he told Valeria so that they could squeeze in one more place between her and Liz’s father. It was an uncomfortably tight fit. Especially since the slight felt intentional. It was crazy to assume that her new stepmother would purposely exclude her, but how could a woman known for her expert organization skills miss something so obvious when planning her own wedding?
It wasn’t just the stage arrangement, either.
It was the dresses that clashed with Liz’s coloring and build, while perfectly complementing Victoria and Valeria’s. It was Vanessa’s insistence upon having the wedding on the same day as an important qualifying race for the Iditarod, meaning her new husband would have to be miss out on the officiating duties he so loved. And it was the fact that Liz’s shoes—the ones Vanessa had insisted match those of her girls—had been ordered a size too small.
The whole day was terribly uncomfortable for Liz, and yet…
Her father seemed so, so happy.
She smiled, nodded, did whatever she could to be supportive until, at last, the dinner portion of the evening had ended and the band announced the first dance.
Liz flew away from the stage as fast as her aching, pinched feet would carry her and straight over to table thirteen where her best friends, Scarlett and Lauren, sat with the special men in their lives.
“Everything’s so nice,” Lauren said with a placating smile.
“Yeah, too nice for her,” Scarlett grumbled. Her friend and new stepmother had practically come to blows over Vanessa’s interference at the library where Scarlett had once worked. Back then, Vanessa had used her strategic budget cuts to drive a wedge between Scarlett and her fiancé, Henry—a wedge that had almost kept them apart for good.
But love always finds a way, Liz reminded herself. Hopefully it would for her father and his new bride as well.
“Be nice.” Henry pulled Scarlett to his side and kissed her on the cheek. “I don’t like her much, either, but she’s Liz’s family now. Besides, I’m sure she was under an enormous amount of pressure from her constituents.”
“To be fair, she’s the one who chose politics in the first place, but sure. Whatever. I’ll be nice.” Scarlett shook her head and made a silly face, lightening the burden on Liz’s heart.
“You look… stressed,” Lauren’s husband, Shane, said. “Want me to grab you a drink?”
“Good idea. Thanks,” Liz answered, realizing just how much a glass of wine might help to quiet her nerves so she could maybe actually enjoy the rest of the evening.
Just then, the band front man announced an open dance floor and invited everyone to come and join the bride and groom for a fun, up-tempo number. Scarlett and Henry exchanged awkward glances, which made Liz wonder if they perhaps were thinking of the night they’d first met at the Miners and Trappers’ ball nearly two years ago.
Liz waved her hand at them. “Go. Go dance. All of you. I’ll get my own drink and join you in a bit.”
Lauren and Scarlett both gave her quick hugs, then led their partners across the hall and onto the dance floor.
Liz had never much been enamored of the idea of love growing up, but now she craved it in a way she hadn’t before. Her friends, her father, all the important people in her lives had somebody.
Liz, on the other hand, only had herself.
Well, until a stranger appeared at her side, seemingly out of nowhere. She assumed he was just pausing in his search for someone across the room, but no. He nodded at Liz as he closed the distance between them.
“Liz Benjamin?” he asked, extending his hand toward her. The way his green eyes fixed on her implied he knew exactly who she was, though Liz had never seen this man a day in her life until now.
“Yes? Can I help you?” She was too puzzled by his sudden appearance to remember her manners. She’d already been forcing them all night. Now, she was too tired to care any longer. And her feet hurt too much for her to so much as fake a smile.
The man didn’t seem to notice Liz’s foul mood, or perhaps he’d been expecting it. His smile remained glued in place as he delivered his next line. “I’m hoping so. My name’s Dorian Whitley, and I’m here covering the event for the Anchorage Daily News.”
“The event?” She frowned at him, wishing he would just go away. “Is my dad’s wedding some political thing now?”
“No, nothing like that. It’s for the society page. And I’m still waiting for you to say hello.” He chuckled and reached his hand toward her again, waiting until she finally took it in greeting.
“Yes, of course. Hello.” She shook his hand once, twice, a third time. Still he didn’t loosen his grip. Instead, he tugged her in closer to him.
His green eyes flashed. Liz wondered why the color reminded her of slime and serpents rather than emeralds or something pleasant. Was she projecting her bad mood onto everyone and everything she encountered, or was her subconscious picking up on something and trying to warn the rest of her?
Dorian smiled again. Smooth. Practiced. Like perhaps he was in a play. “I have some questions. Just little facts I was hoping you could verify for my piece. Mind if I ask you over a dance?”
Liz thought about this for a second. She didn’t want to dance, didn’t want to spend time with this peculiar man, didn’t want to be here at all.
Dancing and playing merry could help her blend in better with the rest of the wedding guests. Surely that would make Vanessa happy. The puff piece Dorian planned to write would make her happy, too.
And if Vanessa was happy, Liz’s father would be happy.
“Sure, I guess,” Liz answered, trying to keep her voice light as she did. She did, however, insist upon one condition. “Mind if I leave my shoes here? My feet are killing me.”
Liz sighed with relief as she slid the heels from her feet. The patent leather matched the pale blue of the bridesmaid dresses almost perfectly. The shoes were so shiny they almost appeared to be made of mirrored glass, much like the decorations strung about the hall.
Dorian offered his hand and led her to the dance floor. As far as men were concerned, he was certainly handsome enough. His brown hair lay close to his head in loose curls, the softness of which contrasted greatly with his strong jaw and angular nose. His eyes, which had been the first thing Liz noticed about him, were made up of several shades of green, each of varying intensity. Regardless of their color, Dorian’s eyes seemed to hold many unspoken words – questions, perhaps – for his column.
All things considered, Dorian did not fit Liz’s picture of a society reporter. Rather, he seemed like an ordinary guy who might be more comfortable in McDonald’s drive-thru than MacGregor’s four-star restaurant downtown. She glanced down and realized his shoes hadn’t been polished, then felt like a snob for even noticing such a thing.
Clearly, the society column must be a stepping stone for a young reporter like him. She should know better than to judge, seeing as she hated whenever anyone did it to her. And yet how could she not form an opinion when his words and motions seemed to contradict one another?
Liz cleared her throat as Dorian placed his hand at the small of her back and began to guide her in a dance. She would be nice, at least for one dance. After all, it wasn’t his fault her father had married Vanessa Price.
“So you write for the paper?” she asked conversationally. “What drew you to that?”
He smiled sharply, and she was taken aback by the suddenness of it, the forced nature of the gesture. His voice remained smooth, buttery. “Hey, I’ll be the one asking the questions here.”
She nodded. The sooner she gave him what he wanted, the sooner she would be free of him. “Okay. Shoot.”
“It’s a beautiful wedding,” he said the moment Liz had granted permission. His words rolled over one another as if each was pulling the next along. “Ben Benjamin is your father. Is that right?”
Liz nodded.
“And your mother wasn’t invited?” He hooked an eyebrow, waited. Both of which told Liz he already knew what her answer would be.
“My mother is dead.”
“Oh, sorry.” He frowned, but there was no sorrow in it. He’d known about her mother. What else did he know? And why had he bothered to learn these things about her?
She sighed and said what she was expected to whenever anyone brought up her mother. “It’s okay. It happened a long time ago. I never really knew her.”
Dorian’s smile returned, completely at odds with his words. “How did she die?”
“She died while having me,” Liz whispered. She didn’t like talking about her mother with strangers. Mostly because she didn’t have much to say once she revealed the cause of her death. Liz had never known her mom, and her dad didn’t speak of her often. He would probably discuss her even less now that Vanessa was part of their lives.
“And that was… What? In 1990?” He knew, he knew exactly what he wanted to ask—knew the correct date, too. So why was he faking it?
Her warning bells chimed loud and long like a grandfather clock counting out the stroke of midnight. Their dance had only just begun. She’d hold out until the end of the song, then she would say goodbye to this pesky man once and for all. Until then, she’d play her part as expected, but she refused to give anything away. “'94, but I don’t see what that has to do with the wedding.”
“You’re right. Sorry for prying.” He chuckled as if her suspicion amused him, or perhaps it was her naïveté he found so endearing. Whatever the case, she didn’t like him at all.
“It’s okay,” Liz said, even though it most definitely wasn’t. “Just ask the questions you need to know for your column.”
“Right, right.” He paused as if the slight change in script had completely thrown him off his game. “There are a lot of mirrors,” he commented, then pointed over to the nearest table as if somehow Liz hadn’t already noticed this for herself.
She grabbed hold of this innocuous change in topic and decided to milk it for all it was worth. The more they could talk about harmless things like Vanessa’s interior design preferences, the sooner the dance would end and she’d be free. “Vanessa loves mirrors. When she moved in, she brought at least half a dozen of them with her. She hung some where the walls were empty. Others, she put up in place of my dad’s paintings and photos.”
Dorian smirked, and she wondered if perhaps he didn’t like Vanessa very much either. “Just your typical vain politician, huh?”
“That would be off the record, please. And again, off topic.” Liz glared at him. If her words weren’t keeping Dorian in line, perhaps a warning glance would do the trick.
He stumbled over his speech as he rushed to change the topic once again. “The, uh… The food was good. Did you have the salmon?”
“No, I’m allergic to seafood.” Okay, so maybe he didn’t know everything about her. Maybe the first couple of details had simply been lucky guesses.
Dorian didn’t seem troubled or surprised by this information. “That’s unfortunate for somebody living in Alaska. Tell me, have you lived here your whole life?”
Again with the questions that had nothing to do with the wedding. She couldn’t tell what this man was trying to get at, and she didn’t like this dizzying dance of cat and mouse. It was time to call him on how inappropriate this all was. “Yes, but why does that matter? Are you trying to interview me, flirt with me, or interrogate me? Because right now I really can’t tell which it is.”
“Flirt with you?” He laughed a deep, throaty sound. She hated it. Hated him. “No, no. You’re really not my type. Sorry.”
“Don’t apologize to me. You aren’t my type, either. Enough with the personal questions, okay? What more do you need to know for your article? How to spell names? Which flowers made up Vanessa’s bouquet?” He seemed to know enough about her to believe that he was too good for her, and she knew enough about him to know that she didn’t like him. Could this dance just end already?
He smiled as if delighting in her continued capture. “Sure, tell me that.”
“The flowers are roses, peonies, and dahlias.”
“Pretty flowers. Do they represent anything?”
“Yeah, love. I guess. Isn’t that the point of this whole big thing?” She gestured around the room as best she could without bumping into other guests on the dance floor.
“You tell me.” Dorian smirked at her, and she took a deep, steadying breath to keep from losing her cool. This exchange was growing more uncomfortable by the minute.
Liz shrugged and cast her eyes down toward Dorian’s unpolished shoes. “I’m not really much of an expert on things like that.”
“Yeah, that doesn’t much surprise me. What are you an expert at? Painting? Music? Horseback riding?” His eyes locked onto hers as he listed each potential hobby and seemed to widen around the word “horseback.”
Claims he’s not flirting and then asks questions like that? Liz thought, her anger growing as she recalled the haughty laugh Dorian had unleashed at the mere suggestion that he might be flirting.
“That is oddly specific and wholly inappropriate. I trust you got what you need for your article?” Liz flung her hands away from his shoulders, and the rest of her body followed as she turned away from the dance floor.
Dorian followed, too, that same self-satisfied smirk filling out his face. “Oh, I got plenty.”
“Good, then goodbye. I think this song is over anyway.”
She felt his eyes on her as she marched toward the restroom. How long would she need to stay hidden to avoid answering any more awkward questions from Dorian Whitley? And why had the vision of a large chestnut horse with a white spot on its nose flashed through her mind when he’d asked her that last question?
Liz had never ridden a horse a day in her life.
Yet somehow the image seemed so real.
Almost like a memory.
Whatever spell Dorian had cast on her during their dance was clearly the work of dark magic. Hopefully he would write his stupid article and then disappear from her world for good.
“Is he gone yet?” Liz asked her friends when she exited the bathroom about fifteen minutes later.
“He is,” Scarlett confirmed. “But it was really weird…”
“Yeah, he kind of looked through your things first.” Lauren frowned as she made this revelation.
“My things?” Liz searched the room, her heart racing. Her instincts were dead-on. This guy was definitely up to something, and a big part of her was afraid to find out what that might be.
Scarlett placed a hand on Liz’s shoulder. Her voice came out soft and worried and not like Scarlett at all. “Yeah. Your pumps, purse, pashmina. All of that.”
Liz contemplated telling her friends about their strange encounter on the dance floor, but she didn’t want to worry them until she knew more. Besides, they had another problem to focus on right then. “I can’t believe this. What a creep! Did he take anything?”
Lauren shrugged and shot Scarlett a worried glance. “Shane scared him off before he had too much time to root around, but you may want to check. Just to be sure.”
Liz marched back to the table with her friends and, sure enough, her clutch had been left open when she was certain she had closed it. Nothing was missing. She made sure of that. But why? Why had this stranger taken such an interest in her? Why had he invaded her privacy so thoroughly? And why did she feel as if he were still here, watching her from the shadows?
“I saw you two arguing earlier,” Scarlett said, her eyes widening. “What was that about?”
“Not arguing,” Liz corrected. “But he was seriously overstepping some boundaries. Like he had the right to question my entire life just because he’s writing some puff piece on Vanessa. And then he insulted me.”
“Insulted you?” Lauren grimaced. She’d always been fiercely protective of her friends, and she and Liz had bonded last year over their shared love for Lolly Winston’s music.
“Yeah, when I called him out on being nosy, said he might be flirting. He laughed and said I wasn’t his type.” She tried to make light of it, but the rejection still hurt. Strange men who rifled through her things weren’t Liz’s type either, but still, nobody liked to be insulted. Especially on such a sensitive day already.
Scarlett’s face grew as red as her name. “Well, he’s not your type either!” she shouted.
Liz couldn’t disagree there. Although Dorian had been tolerably handsome, his personality and decorum left too much to be desired. “It’s almost like he knew something we didn’t know, and he thought he was better than us because of it.”
“Nobody—and I mean, nobody—is better than you, Lizzy,” Scarlett said, wrapping her in a hug.
“Yeah, forget that jerk and let’s go dance,” Lauren said as she stretched her arms around the both of them.
“Shane and I will stay here in case he comes back,” Henry offered after clearing his throat. “Go have fun, ladies.”
Liz reached for her purse. Even though she trusted the guys, she’d still feel safer if she had her things with her.
Scarlett followed suit, grabbing up the pashmina and draping it over Liz’s shoulders like a cape.
“I think I’ll leave the shoes,” Liz said with a laugh. “I’d actually be happy if someone decided to walk away with them.”
“That bad?” Scarlett asked, shaking her head.
“That bad,” Liz confirmed.
“What a passive aggressive monster,” Scarlett said with a sneer, grabbing Liz by the hand and tugging her toward the dance floor.
“Yeah, and there are, or were, at least two monsters here tonight, too.” She shivered as they crossed over the spot where she and Dorian had shared their tense dance.
Scarlett lifted her arms overhead and bumped her hip into Liz’s. “Enough with the monsters and witches. Let’s dance.”
Liz tried to lose herself in the music, but despite her general fitness, she had a hard time keeping up with her friends who regularly raced and ran sled dogs, making them the very definition of “in shape.”
“It really is a shame,” Lauren said after a while as the band prepared for their next song. “If you ask me, he was kind of cute.”
Scarlett scrunched up her face in disgust. “Ick, Lauren. Really?”
Their friend just shrugged. “I mean, you never know, right? Sure, he’s a creep now, but Shane wasn’t exactly Prince Charming when we met the first time. Or second. Or, umm, third.”
Liz laughed. She hadn’t known Lauren back then, but she’d heard plenty of stories, each more amusing than the last. Still, Shane had turned out to be a prince in disguise. Dorian could only be a monster.
She sighed and tried not to show how much the encounter still bothered her. “We may have danced at the ball, but Dorian is no prince, either. And I’m definitely not Cinderella.”
“Cinderella would have been so much cooler if she had your red hair,” Scarlett said, boinging one of Liz’s curls that had fallen loose despite copious amounts of hairspray.
“It’s really not fair, though,” Lauren said. “Seeing as you got the evil stepmother, but not the prince. Fairytales are supposed to be more balanced than that.”
“Fairytales?” Liz laughed. “I’m just trying to live a normal life here.”
Just then, almost as if on cue, Liz’s new stepmother, Vanessa, strode over to the group. Though she wore a practiced smile on her face, her body language suggested she was anything but happy.
And poor Liz seemed to be the object of her malcontent.
Vanessa grabbed her by the arm and pulled her in close as if to dance. Instead she squeezed her fingers hard around Liz’s soft flesh and hissed in her ear, “Just what do you think you’re doing?”
Liz gasped and tried to pull away, but Vanessa held tight. “Dancing with my friends.”
“Who was that man, then? Don’t think I don’t recognize the press. They were not invited for a reason.”
“He was writing a society piece and needed to know about the flowers that were in your bouquet and other details like that.”
Vanessa’s grip loosened. “Are you sure?”
Liz nodded, though she wasn’t sure at all.
The older woman let go, leaving little white and red marks on Liz’s skin where she had squeezed. “For your sake, I hope no family secrets make their way into this weekend’s papers.”
Liz found it funny that Vanessa only considered her a member of the family when their reputation was at stake, but said nothing as she watched Vanessa make her way back across the hall. Every few feet, she stopped to greet another guest, giving hugs, smiles, and kisses on cheeks.
Of course the woman was kinder to near strangers than to Liz. If she loved her father so much, shouldn’t she also love Liz? Or was that love missing for the both of them?
Liz couldn’t make sense of it, no matter how hard she had tried.
She needed to put Dorian Whitley clear out of her mind, too. She had bigger, more immediate problems to worry about, after all.
Liz finally had her drink, but it didn’t help the way she had hoped. Throughout the evening, odd flashes lit up her mind. More than once, she thought she saw Dorian lurking in the far corner of the room, but every time she went to investigate, she found no one there.
She kept replaying their exchange, wondering why he would have asked the specific questions he did and why the mention of horseback riding had created such a vivid image in her mind’s eye. She fell hopelessly short of any answers.
Luckily, her friends kept her occupied. That is until, Lauren and Shane had to leave early to make the long drive back to their home in Puffin Ridge, and Henry and Scarlett decided to leave shortly after so that Henry could study for an upcoming exam for his med school program.
So Liz found herself alone, unprotected, vulnerable.
As the night pressed on, a few random guests asked her to dance. None, however, were so handsome or so infuriating as a certain Dorian Whitley. Still, she smiled, nodded, played the part. Appearances were of the utmost importance to Vanessa, which sadly meant they were important to Liz now, too. She’d gotten very good at pretending in the course of this one never-ending evening.
It wasn’t until her father asked her for a dance that she finally let her unease known.
“You look beautiful tonight, sweetie,” he said, swaying with her to the band’s cover of “Butterfly Kisses,” a song meant specifically for fathers and daughters.
“I don’t feel it,” she answered with a sigh.
His eyes searched hers, and she wished she could tell him everything without coming across spoiled or ungrateful. When he didn’t find the answer in her gaze, her father asked, “Is something the matter?”
“It’s just Vanessa. I don’t think she likes me very much.”
“Oh, Lizzy. That’s not true. If anything, she likes you too well.”
Liz scoffed. She couldn’t help it. “Well, she has a funny way of showing it.”
“You must understand where she’s coming from. For more than twenty-five years, it’s just been you and me against the world. It’s intimidating to come into that. I think she feels as if she will always come second, and no new bride wants to feel that way on her wedding day.”
“I guess…”
“She loves you because I love you. I know you two don’t have the best track record, but she’s trying, sweetie—and I know you are, too. That’s all I want for us. To be a family.” He pulled her close in a part hug, part dance. She felt his strong, steady heart, knew it had always beat for her. Now it was time to beat for someone else. It was all a part of growing up for her, moving on for him.
He squeezed her hand, and the edges of his eyes crinkled in a grin. He was a handsome man, her father. A good man. It was no wonder Vanessa Price had noticed. He took a slow, wistful breath and said, “Her girls never had that, you know. Their father left when they were both very young. Be good to them while we’re away. I know Vanessa is very worried.”
He tucked a stray auburn curl behind his daughter’s ear and sighed. “Just like it’s always been you and me, Lizzie, it’s always been the three of them.”
“And now it will be the four of you, and the one of me.” Liz wished she could take the words back, but they were already out there.
Her father didn’t look angry, sad, or shocked. He simply held her close and said, “You are always welcome back home, Lizzie. Always.”
She loved him so very much, and she hoped Vanessa did, too. His new stepdaughters as well.
“Are you happy, Dad?” She had to know, and she knew he would never lie to her when asked directly.
He hummed to the music for a few beats before answering. “Of course, I’m happy. I’m far happier than I deserve.”
His answer made her want to cry. “How could you say that when you’re the best person I know?”
Liz’s father chuckled softly and pulled her in closer to his chest. “Well, you don’t know too many people, but thank you. And for the record, you are still my favorite person in the world.”
They used to say this to each other when Liz was small, and the exchange comforted her now, proved that even if Vanessa was determined to put a wedge between Liz and her father, he would always keep them close. She batted her eyelashes as she always had and asked, “In the whole wide world?”
“A million times around,” he answered, pulling her hand up to give it a kiss.
Liz couldn’t deny that her world was changing, but as long as she had the man who had always anchored it for her, she would be okay.
No meddling stepmothers or probing journalists could take away what they had. This would always be theirs.
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[CIRTG] Courant - CIINSTRTG (deadline 2020/12/20 11:59PM)
Niagara University, Mathematics Department
[AP] Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Mathematics (deadline 2020/12/15 11:59PM)
North Carolina State University, Department of Mathematics
[PDRSCHE] Pure/Applied Mathematics & Possible Teaching Opportunity, Postdoctoral Research Scholar
[PDRSFAR] Applied dynamical systems and/or data science and scientific computing., Postdoc Research Scholar (2021/07/14 11:59PM)
[RTGRNA] Randomized Numerical Analysis, Postdoctoral Research (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
Northeastern University, Mathematics
[TTTFY21] Data Science, Machine Learning, Topology, Discrete and Computational Mathematics, and Robotics., Asst./Assoc./ Full Professor of Mathematics and/or Computer Science (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
[ZPF_FY21] Mathematics, Zelevinsky Postdoctoral Fellow
Northwestern University, Department of Mathematics
[BOAS] Mathematics, Boas Assistant Professorship (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[LEC] Mathematics, Lecturer (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[TTP] Open Rank Professorship (2021/04/30 11:59PM)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Mathematics in Computation Section
[GL] Group Leader, Systems and Decision Sciences (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
[MMG] Postdoctoral Research Associate – Multiscale Methods
[MMNT] Postdoctoral Research Associate - Multiscale Methods for Neutrino Transport
[POSTDOC] Postdoctoral Research Associate - Data Analysis and Machine Learning
[POSTDOC1] Postdoctoral Research Associate - Discrete Algorithms (2021/05/01 11:59PM)
Ohio State University, Mathematics
[RAPZAP] Visiting Assistant Professor
Ohio Wesleyan University, Dept of Mathematics and Computer Science
[APMATH] Applied Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Mathematics (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Ouachita Baptist University, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
[TTM] Tenure-track position in Mathematics (deadline 2021/01/11 11:59PM)
Pacific University, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
[VAP] Mathematics, Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Peking University, Beijing International Center for Mathematical Research
[FACULTY1] Mathematics, Faculties
[INSTRUCTOR1] Mathematics, Instructors in mathematics, BICMR, PKU
[POSTDOC1] Mathematics, Postdoctoral positions (2 years)
[POSTDOC2] Postdoctoral Fellowship in Statistics
Peking University, School of Mathematical Sciences
[PKUFACULTY] Mathematics, Faculty
[PKUINSTRUCTOR] Mathematics, Instructors in Mathematics, SMS, PKU
[PKUPOSTDOC] Mathematics, Postdoctoral positions (2 years)
[POSTDOC1] Postdoc CCMA (2021/11/05 11:59PM)
[POSTDOCS] Postdoctoral Scholars (2021/11/15 11:59PM)
[TEACHINGPROFESSOR] Mathematics, Teaching Professor
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), Instituto de Matemática (IMA)
[3TTAP] Mathematics, Three Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions in Mathematics (deadline 2021/01/17 11:59PM)
[PUJRFAC] Mathematics, Junior Faculty--Postdoctorate (deadline 2020/11/15 11:59PM)
Princeton University, Program in Applied and Computational Mathematics
[2021PACM] Applied and Computational Mathematics, Postdoctoral Research Associate
[AP] Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Mathematics (2021/02/05 11:59PM)
[APDS] Mathematics - Data Science, Assistant Professor of Mathematics in Data Science (2021/02/01 11:59PM)
[ASAP] Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Assistant Professor Actuarial Science (2021/02/05 11:59PM)
[GVAP] Mathematics, Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor (2021/02/05 11:59PM)
[POP] Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Practice in Mathematics (2021/02/05 11:59PM)
Queen's University, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
[CP] Compatible with the department research interests, Coleman Postdoctoral Fellow (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Radix Trading LLC
[QR] Quantitative Researcher - Chicago
[STATS] Statistics, Visiting Faculty Position in Statistics (2021/02/01 11:59PM)
[VAPS2] Visiting Assistant Professorships in Mathematics (2021/02/01 11:59PM)
Rice University, Computational & Applied Mathematics
[PD21MDH] Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Postdoctoral Research Positions
[PPI21] Applied Mathematics, Postdoctoral Instructorships (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
Rice University, Mathematics
[NTT21] Mathematics, Griffith Conrad Evans Instructor
[TT21] Mathematics, Tenure-track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Rutgers University - New Brunswick, Mathematics
[PD20] Mathematics, Hill Assistant Professorships and other Postdoctoral Positions
[TT20] Mathematics, Tenure Track Faculty
Sam Houston State University, Mathematics and Statistics
[AP] Analysis and Applied Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Mathematics (deadline 2020/11/06 11:59PM)
Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Mathematics
[TF] All Areas of Mathematics and Statistics, Tenured Faculty (2021/08/31 11:59PM)
[TTFPA] Pure and Applied Mathematics, Tenure-Track Associate Professor (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
[TTFS] Statistics, Tenure-Track Associate Professor (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
[WAP] All Areas of Mathematics and Statistics, Wen-Tsun Wu Assistant Professor (2021/08/31 11:59PM)
ShanghaiTech University, Institute of Mathematical Sciences
[PROFESSOR1] Pure mathematics,theory of computing,applied mathematics, Faculty positions
[RAP1] Mathematics, Research Assistant Professor (accepting applications)
[TENUREDTENURETRACKFACULTY1] Pure mathematics, theory of computing, applied mathematics, Faculty positions (accepting applications)
[TENUREDTENURETRACKFACULTY2] Pure mathematics, theory of computing, applied mathematics, Faculty positions
[VISITINGSCHOLARS1] Mathematics, Visiting Scholars (accepting applications)
Shing-Tung Yau Center of Southeast University
[FPAPPOSTDOCS] Tenued positions, Tenue-track positions, Postdocs
Simon Fraser University, Statistics & Actuarial Science
[LEC] Statistics, Lecturer (2021/03/14 11:59PM)
Simpson College, Mathematics Department
[ASSTPROFMATH] Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Mathematics (deadline 2020/12/10 11:59PM)
Singapore University of Technology and Design, Engineering Systems and Design (ESD)
[RA] PhD, Engineering Systems & Design, Mathematics and Statistics, Research Associate (Mathematics and Statistics) (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
Sorbonne Université & Université de Paris, Institut de Mathématiques de Jussieu-Paris Rive Gauche
[ERCPOSTDOC] Symplectic and contact topology/dynamics, Postdoc in contact and symplectic topology/dynamics (deadline 2020/12/20 11:59PM)
[ERC_EM_PD] Differential Dynamical Systems, Post-Doc in Differential Dynamical Systems (deadline 2020/12/20 11:59PM)
[ERC_MOCOS] Arithmetic geometry, algebraic K-theory, Post-doc in arithmetic geometry, algebraic K-theory (2021/01/20 11:59PM)
[POSTDOC] Number Theory, Postdoc in Arithmetic Geometry and Diophantine Geometry (deadline 2020/12/15 11:59PM)
[POSTDOCRF] Mathematics, Postdoctoral Research Fellows (deadline 2020/12/20 11:59PM)
Southeast Center for Mathematics and Biology, Southeast Center for Mathematics and Biology
[SCMBPOSTDOCPOSITIONS] Mathematics and Biology, Southeast Center for Mathematics and Biology Postdoctoral Scholar Positions (deadline 2020/12/15 11:59PM)
Southern Methodist University, Mathematics
[RTG] Mathematics, Postdoctoral Researcher
Southern University of Science and Technology, Department of Mathematics
[PD1] Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Dynamical Systems, Financial Mathematics, Geometry, Mathematical Biology, PDE and Probability, SUSTech-PD
[TT1] Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Dynamical Systems, Financial Mathematics, Geometry, Mathematical Biology, PDE and Probability, SUSTech-TT (2021/09/30 11:59PM)
[VAP1] Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Dynamical Systems, Financial Mathematics, Geometry, Mathematical Biology, PDE and Probability, SUSTech-VAP (2021/09/30 11:59PM)
Southern University of Science and Technology, Division of Information System and Management Engineering
[SUSTECHPD] Mathematical Finance / Financial Engineering / Stochastic Control / Behavioral Finance and Economics / FinTech, Postdoctoral Fellow
Southern University of Science and Techonology, Department of Statistics and Data Science
[LECTURERPOSITIONS] Statistics, Data Science, Probability, Lecturer
[TTPOSITIONS] Statistics, Data Science, Probability, Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
[TTPOSITIONS1] Statistics, Data Science, Probability, Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
[SAP] see text, Szegö Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
Steklov Mathematical Institute of Russian Academy of Sciences
[POSTDOC] Mathematics and Mathematical Physics, Postdoc (2021/02/15 11:59PM)
Stevens Institute of Technology, Mathematical Sciences
[SP21] Statistics, Probability, and Stochastic Analysis, Non tenure-track assistant/associate professor (deadline 2020/12/18 11:59PM)
[TTAP21] applied mathematics, statistics, Assistant Professor (withdrawn)
Stony Brook University, Mathematics
[APDM] Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences (deadline 2020/12/03 11:59PM*)
[LIMS] Lecturer, Institute for Mathematical Sciences (deadline 2021/01/08 11:59PM*)
SUNY at Buffalo, Mathematics
[VAP2021] Mathematics, Visiting Assistant Professor (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
Temple University, Mathematics
[CVPDE] Calculus of Variations and PDE, NTT Research Assistant Professor (Postdoctoral) (2021/02/01 11:59PM)
[NTTRAP] Computational Mathematics and Engineering, High-Performance Computing, Non-Tenure Track Research Assistant Professor (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
[NTTRAP2] Applied Mathematics, Computational Science and Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Non-Tenure Track Research Assistant Professor (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
[RAPAM] Applied Mathematics, Research Assistant Professor (postdoctoral) (2021/02/01 11:59PM)
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Department of Mathematics
[ASTPASOPPROF] all areas of Mathematics, Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor
[RAPPDF] all areas of Mathematics, Research Assistant Professor/ Postdoctoral Fellow
The Citadel, Department of Mathematical Sciences
[TTP] Statistics/Data Analysis, Tenure-Track Position in Statistics/Data Analysis or Head Mathematical Sciences (deadline 2021/01/04 11:59PM)
The College of Wooster, Department of Mathematical & Computational Sciences
[SDSVAP] Statistical & Data Sciences, Statistical & Data Sciences, 2-Year VAP (deadline 2021/01/11 11:59PM)
The Cooper Union, School of Engineering
[MAF] Mathematics, ALBERT NERKEN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Department of Mathematics
[FP] All mathematics areas, in particular area of financial mathematics with research experience in FinTech, Faculty positions at all ranks (deadline 2020/11/30 11:59PM)
The University of Arizona, Department of Mathematics
[PDRAI] Mathematics or a related field, Postdoctoral Research Associate I (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
Towson University - Fisher College of Science and Mathematics, Department of Mathematics
[AP] Mathematics, Tenure-Track Assistant Professorhips (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Tsinghua University, Mathematical Sciences Center
[BIMSAFACULTYNUMBER] The full spectrum of mathematical sciences, BIMSA Research Professor; Associate Research Professor; Assistant Research Professor; Visiting Research Professor (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
[DOCTORALPROGRAM] The full spectrum of mathematical sciences, DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN MATHEMATICS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
[POSTDOC] Multiple positions on all levels at the Ding Lab in Privacy Protection and Blockchain Security at the Beijing Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Applications（BIMSA） (2021/05/31 11:59PM)
[POSTDOCTORATEFELLOWSHIP1] The full spectrum of mathematical sciences, Post-doctorate fellowship of Yau Mathematical Sciences Center (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
[POSTDOCTORATEFELLOWSHIP2] The full spectrum of mathematical sciences, Multiple postdoc positions at the Beijing Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Applications(BIMSA) (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
[PROFESSOR1] The full spectrum of mathematical sciences, Professorship; Associate Professorship; Assistant Professorship (tenure-track). (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
Tufts University, Mathematics
[FTL] Full-time Lecturer (non-tenure-track) (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
[NWAPGGT] Geometric Group Theory, Norbert Wiener Assistant Professorship in Geometric Group Theory
Universidad Andres Bello, Departmento de Matematicas
[APM1] Associate/Assistant Professor in Mathematics (reviewing applications)
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Instituto de Matemáticas
[POSDOC20212] All areas, Postdoctoral Positions in Mathematics (deadline 2020/12/21 11:59PM*)
Universidade Federal do Ceará, Departamento de Matemática
[SPFUFC] Dynamical Systems, Ergodic Theory, Serrapilheira Postdoctoral Fellowship (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
University of Alabama, Mathematics/A&S
[POSTDOC2021MATH] Harmonic Analysis and PDEs, Post-Doc/Visiting Scientist-Mathematics (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
[TTAPSCIENTIFICCOMPUTING] Numerical PDEs and computational modeling, Tenure-track Assistant Professor (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
University of Alberta, Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
[PDF] PDF - Pure Mathematics
[PDF2] Mathematical Biology
[PDF3] PDF-Applied Mathematics
[PDF4] PDF-Statistics
University of British Columbia, Department of Mathematics
[PDF21] Postdoctoral Fellowships (2021/08/31 11:59PM)
[SSPROB21] Probability, CRM-PIMS Summer School in Probability 2021 (2021/02/14 11:59PM)
University of Calgary, Mathematics & Statistics
[BIOSTAT] Biostatistics, Postdoctoral Position in Biostatistics (2021/03/28 11:59PM)
[PDF2021] Mathematics & Statistics, Postdoctoral Scholar in Mathematics & Statistics
[ASSTPROF1] Mathematics, Asst. Prof.
[DI1] Mathematics, L.E. Dickson Instructor
University of Colorado at Boulder, Mathematics
[POSTDOC] Mathematics, Burnett Meyer Instructorship (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Mathematics
[INST] Mathematics, Instructor (2021/02/15 11:59PM)
University of Florida, Mathematics
[AP] AI and Data Science, Assistant Professor (2021/04/30 11:59PM)
University of Georgia, Mathematics
[ASTP] Mathematics, Assistant Professor
[LTAP] Mathematics, Limited Term Assistant Professor
University of Houston, Department of Mathematics
[ASSISTANTPROFESSOR] Applied / Computational Mathematics, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position - Applied / Computational Mathematics - in the areas of Quantum Information Science (filled)
[LECTURER] Mathematics, Lecturer - Masters in Statistics and Data Science Program
[STA004959] Research Associate 1
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Mathematics
[2021RTGPOSTDOC] Mathematics, RTG Postdoc (deadline 2020/12/21 11:59PM)
University of Iowa, Department of Mathematics
[VAAFP] Mathematics, Visiting Assistant, Associate, or Full Pofessor (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
University of Kentucky, Mathematics
[POSTDOC] Mathematical Biology, Machine/Deep Learning, Computational Learning Technologies, Post Doctoral Scholar (deadline 2020/12/04 11:59PM)
University of Manitoba, Department of Mathematics
[HEAD] MATHEMATICS, Department Head, Mathematics (deadline 2021/01/08 11:59PM)
[ISUM] SCIENCE, INDIGENOUS SCHOLAR UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA (deadline 2020/11/30 11:59PM)
University of Maryland, Dept. of Mathematics
[POSTDOC1] POSTDOC-MURI (deadline 2021/01/01 11:59PM)
[TTAPFP] Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (deadline 2020/11/01 11:59PM)
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
[VAP] Visiting Assistant Professor
University of Miami, Mathematics
[FPAPIN] All areas of mathematics, Associate or Full Professor
University of Michigan, Dept of Statistics
[LEC01] Statistics, Lecturer I (2021/03/01 11:59PM)
[POSTDOC01] Statistics, Postdoctoral Associate (2021/04/30 11:59PM)
University of Minnesota, Institute for Mathematics and its Applications
[INDUSTRIALPOSTDOC] IMA Industrial Postdoctoral Fellowship (deadline 2021/01/04 11:59PM)
University of Minnesota, School of Mathematics
[ANALYSIS] Analysis and PDE, Postdoctoral Associate (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[COMPMATH] Computational Science and Mathematics, PostDoc Associate
[DJ21] DUNHAM JACKSON (DJ) ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
[MULTISCALE] Multiscale Materials Modeling and Computing, Postdoc in Multiscale Materials Modeling and Computing (2021/04/01 11:59PM)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mathematics Department
[PRS] Cardiovascular Modeling and Simulation, Postdoctoral Research Associate (2021/03/31 11:59PM)
University of North Texas, Mathematics Department
[AP] Dynamical Systems, Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
[MATHED] Mathematics Education, Assistant/Associate Professor (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
[VAP] Mathematics, Visiting Assistant Professor (2021/01/31 11:59PM)
University of Notre Dame, Mathematics
[2020_KENNA_VIS] Any specialty compatible with the research interests of the department., Kenna Visiting Assistant Professor in Mathematics
[2020_TNT] All areas of research, Tenure Track Professor of Mathematics
[2020_VIS_AST_PRO] Any specialty compatible with the research interests of the department, Visiting Assistant Professor in Mathematics
University of Oklahoma, Mathematics
[ANT] Number Theory, Algebraic Geometry, and Computation, Assistant Professor (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
[GRAD1] Mathematics, Graduate Student Application (2021/04/01 11:59PM)
[OPEN] OPEN, Assistant Professor (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
[RTF] Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Renewable Term Positions (2021/04/02 11:59PM)
University of Ottawa, Mathematics and Statistics
[MATH] Applied Mathematics, Assistant or Associate professor (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[PD] All areas of mathematics, statistics, Postdoctoral fellowship (deadline 2020/11/30 11:59PM)
University of Pennsylvania, Department of Mathematics
[LECT] Mathematics, Postdoctoral Positions in Mathematics
University of Pittsburgh, Mathematics
[POSTDOC] Research on the modeling and analysis of spatiotemporal behavior in biology with a focus on (but not restricted to) neuroscience, Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021/05/31 11:59PM)
University of Saskatchewan, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
[ASSISTANTPROFESSOR] Algebra, ALGEBRA2021 (2021/01/18 11:59PM)
University of Science and Technology of China, The Institute of Geometry and Physics
[ASSISTANTPROFESSOR] Differential Geometry, Algebraic Geometry, Topology and Quantum Field Theory, Assistant Professor
[ASSOCIATEPROFESSOR] Differential Geometry, Algebraic Geometry, Topology and Quantum Field Theory, Associate Professor
[RAP] Differential Geometry, Algebraic Geometry, Topology and Quantum Field Theory, Research Assistant Professor
[VISITING] Differential Geometry, Algebraic Geometry, Topology and Quantum Field Theory, Visiting Position
University of South Alabama, Mathematics and Statistics Department
[APS] Statistics/Biostatistics, Assistant Professor of Statistics
[ASPRMA] Mathematics, Assistant Professor
University of South Florida, Mathematics & Statistics
[APS2021] Statistics, Assistant Professor of Statistics
University of Southern California, LAS - Dept. of Mathematics
[APRTPC] Assistant Professor (RTPC) (2021/05/31 11:59PM)
[PSRA] Mathematical statistics and statistical learning theory, Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate (2021/03/15 11:59PM)
University of Tennessee, Mathematics
[POSTDOC] Mathematical Data Analysis, UTK-POSTDOC (2021/02/12 11:59PM)
University of Texas at Arlington, Department of Mathematics
[TTTFACULTY] Open to any field, Open Rank Faculty Positions
University of Texas at Austin, Mathematics
[POSTDOC] Analysis, Postdoctoral Fellowship
[POSTDOC1] Groups and Dynamics, Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021/02/03 11:59PM)
[POSTDOC1] Mathematics, Postdoctoral (2021/11/01 11:59PM)
University of Toronto, Computer & Mathematical Sciences UTSC
[ASSTPROFTGS] Mathematics, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
University of Toronto, Mathematics
[PDF2020] Postdoctoral Fellow - Mathematics (deadline 2020/12/15 11:59PM)
[TENURE2020] Tenure Stream Positions
University of Utah, Department of Mathematics
[PD] all areas of mathematics, 3 Year Assistant Professor/Lecturer Position
[TTRACK] all areas of pure mathematics, Tenure Track Position
University of Victoria, Mathematics and Statistics
[KCMB] Mathematical Biology, Kennedy Chair in Mathematical Biology (deadline 2021/01/04 11:59PM)
[PDPDG] Nonlinear Dynamics/Fluid Dynamics, Postdoctoral Position in Nonlinear Dynamics/Fluid Dynamics (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
University of Vienna, Faculty of Mathematics
[POSTDOC_PHD1] Mathematics, Post Doc (2021/02/14 11:59PM)
University of Virginia, Department of Mathematics
[RTGRA2021] RTG Research Associate (deadline 2020/11/15 11:59PM)
[WHBRAL2021] Whyburn Research Associate and Lecturer (deadline 2020/11/15 11:59PM)
University of Waterloo, Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing
[LECTURERPOSITION] Mathematics and Computing, Lecturer Position (2021/02/15 11:59PM)
[LECTURERPOSITION1] Mathematics and Computing, Lecturer Position (2021/02/15 11:59PM)
[PDF1] Graph Theory, Postdoctoral Fellow in graph theory (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
University of Waterloo, Math Business and Accounting Programs
[LECTURER] Math Business and Accounting, Two Definite-Term Lecturer Positions (2021/03/15 11:59PM)
University of Waterloo, Pure Mathematics
[PDFGT21] Geometry & Topology, Postdoctoral Fellow (2021/01/29 11:59PM)
[PDFNT21] Number Theory, Postdoctoral Fellow (2021/02/05 11:59PM)
University of Wisconsin Madison, Department of Mathematics
[2020PROFCLUSTER] Mathematics of Data Science, Assistant Professor-Cluster Hire (accepting applications, deadline 2020/12/16 11:59PM)
[RAVV2020] Mathematics, Research Associate/Van Vleck Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/04 11:59PM)
[SSVVAP2021] Mathematics, Van Vleck Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[VVAP2021] Mathematics, Van Vleck Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[ASSISTANT1] Tenure Track assistant professor of mathematics (deadline 2021/01/01 11:59PM)
[ASSISTANTPROFESSOR] Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Data Science/Statistics
[ASSISTANTPROFESSOR1] Tenure-track Assistant Professors (2) in Mathematical Biology Utah State University
[NTT] Mathematics, Postdoctoral Positions
Virginia Military Institute, Department of Applied Mathematics
[AP] Assistant Professor of Applied Mathematics
Wake Forest University, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
[APM] Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, Assistant Professor in Mathematics (deadline 2020/11/23 11:59PM)
[PFS] Statistics, Postdoctoral Fellow in Statistics (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
[TSPD] Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Computational Mathematics, Teacher-Scholar Post Doctoral Fellow (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Washington University in St. Louis, Department of Mathematics
[COMPAPPAP] Applied and Computational Mathematics, Assistant Professor in Mathematics (2021/05/01 11:59PM)
[PDLECTURER2020] Noncommutative Geometry, Differential Geometry, Representation Theory, Postdoctoral Lecturer (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
[STATSPDLEC] Statistics, Postdoctoral Lecturer
Wayne State University, Mathematics
[AP] Statistics, Assistant Professor
[FACULTYPOSITIONS1] Mathematical Sciences, Faculty Positions in Westlake University- Mathematical Sciences (accepting applications)
[POSTDOC1] Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, Post-doc positions in Institute for Theoretical Sciences, Westlake University (accepting applications)
[TF] Undergraduate Teaching Faculty Positions- Mathematics
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Mathematical Sciences
[POSTDOC] Statistics, Postdoctoral Scholar
[POSTDOC1] Mathematical Sciences, Postdoctoral Scholar
[TTF] Data Science, Professor of Data Science (Open Rank) (deadline 2020/12/15 11:59PM)
Xavier University of Louisiana, Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
[NONTTAP] Mathematics, Assistant Professor
[TTAP] Assistant Professor
Yale University, Department of Mathematics
[GAP1] Gibbs Assistant Professor (deadline 2020/12/01 11:59PM)
[LECTURER] Mathematics, Lecturer (deadline 2020/12/21 11:59PM*)
[POSTDOC] Postdocs in Statistics and Data Science, Applied Mathematics, and related areas., postdoc (deadline 2020/01/15 11:59PM)
York University, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
[PDC] Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Two Post-Doctoral Fellowships in Modelling of COVID-19 Pandemic (deadline 2020/12/31 11:59PM)
[STDS] Statistics or Data Science, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor (Professorial Stream) (deadline 2021/01/15 11:59PM)
Zhejiang Normal University, College of Mathematics and Computer Science
[AP] all areas of mathematics as well as probability and statistics, Assistant/ Associate/ Full Professor
Zhejiang University, Institute for Advanced Study in Mathematics
[ALLRANKS] Pure Mathematics, 10 or More Positions (2021/06/30 11:59PM)
Zhejiang University, School of Mathematical Sciences
[ALLRANKS] Mathematics and Statistics, Multiple Open Faculty Positions (2021/02/28 11:59PM)
[MULTIPLEOPENFACULTYPOSITIONS] Pure Mathematics, Zhejiang University, Institute for Advanced Study in Mathematics
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Who Won the Venezuelan Election? Maduro Claims Narrow Victory, But Capriles Decry Fraud
By Thaelman Urgelles
Victory comes with excited smiles and effervescent speeches. When those are lacking, there is something odd about any victory. A suspicious feeling lurks in the air. This is the feeling after seeing Venezuela's election results. The margin was around 1.5% favoring the government's candidate Nicolas Maduro over the opposition leader Henrique Capriles; a very suspicious margin. If you add the concerned faces of Tibisay Lucena, the president of the National Electoral Council (CNE), and those people accompanying Maduro during his” victory” speech, you start thinking, "why aren't they more joyful?" There is something worrisome about their victory. They seemed worried indeed.
Thousands of fireworks were fired from various government buildings all around Caracas, the capital, just minutes after the CNE's announcement (around midnight), overwhelming the population, even in neighborhoods of highly concentrated opposition voters. Where they prepared? Fireworks accompanied by motorcycle gangs wandering around the streets are clear acts of intimidation; an intention to quell any rebellious spirit to what seems to be an election fraud.
Fraud that was decried by Capriles in his speech after Maduro finished his. He decried more than two thousand irregularities all around the country. He decried results that contradict, in his words, the truth about the people's decision. He added, "the country's peace is in that the truth be known." In few words, he rejected the results. This proves the fears of many that the regime's political machine could produce any result they wished in order to remain in power. The good news is that now the Venezuelan democratic opposition has a steadfast leader to face this powerful enemy.
Capriles forwarded a demand by CNE's rector Vicente Diaz (the only opposition rector of the five composing the CNE), that a recount be made of 100% of the votes; vote by vote; a bleeding process, but the only way of proving if the elections were, after all, fair. The battle for the post-Chavez Venezuela is just beginning.
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HomeTV ShowsGleeGlee Season 5 Spoilers – Lea Michele Helps Writers Address Cory Monteith Death
Glee Season 5 Spoilers – Lea Michele Helps Writers Address Cory Monteith Death
08/08/2013 mj santilli Glee, Glee Spoilers 5
Lea Michele tweeted this somber photo Tuesday from the Glee set with the simple message “Feels good to be home.”
Glee season 5 production began on Monday, and it was her first day back on set after the sudden and shocking death of her boyfriend and co-star, Cory Monteith, who died from a heroin and alcohol overdose on July 13. On Monday, after she recorded her first song she shared via twitter, “Couldn’t have picked a more beautiful and perfect song to start the year with.”
It was Lea who decided to go back to work right away, said Glee co-creator, Ryan Murphy, in order to keep the cast and crew working and the Glee family together.
A source tells US Magazine that Lea is offering her input to Ryan, who is writing the October 10 episode that will “deal with the drug related death of Finn.”
Last week, a FOX executive talking to reporters, would not confirm how Finn would die, but did reveal the cast would tape PSAs that deal directly with drug abuse, taped by the cast, throughout the episode.
“Lea wants it to reflect the truth, to warn people what can happen,” a source told US weekly.
The first two episodes are a two-part Beatles tribute, written back in May. Besides the song Lea recorded, we know that Chris Colfer (Kurt) and Darren Criss (Blaine) will sing “Got to Get You Into My Life” as a duet, and The Warblers and New Directions will join forces on “Help.”
Naya Rivera (Santana) arrived on set Wednesday, she announced on twitter, “Busy day today. Meetings then first day of shooting for #GleeSeason5#santanasback.” Chris Colfer was due back on set Wednesday too, he revealed to Good Morning America.
Also, spoilers reveal that shoots are scheduled at the Pasadena location where Dalton Academy scenes (Where Blaine met Kurt) have been filmed, and a carnival scene was shot on Wednesday. The premiere episode of Glee, titled “Love Love Love” airs on FOX September 26, a week later than originally scheduled.
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Morris Catholic High School is a coeducational college preparatory school, founded in 1957 as a regional high school of the Diocese of Paterson. The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey.
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Ushuaia, located in the Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego archipelago in Argentina, is one of the southernmost cities in the world! This MSC World Cruise destination offers a wealth of extraordinary South American landscapes including lakes, woodlands, grassy coastlines, and an array of neighbouring islands.
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Take an adventure to the Tierra del Fuego National Park on an MSC Cruises excursion. Here, you’ll discover an area of remarkable scenery stretching over 61,000 hectares! Admire reservoirs, rivers, forests, and peat bogs extending from Beagle Channel to Lago Fagnano. Approaching Lapataia Bay, take in a wealth of wildlife such as petrels, albatrosses, steamer ducks, and penguins!
Enjoy an MSC Cruises excursion across Tierra del Fuego, travelling on a 4x4 vehicle to the most inaccessible corners of the island. See the striking panoramas of two beautiful lakes — Fagnano and Escondido. Crossing over the Andes, drive down ancient roads through sub-Antarctic woods before stopping by the shores of Lake Fagnano to savour a delicious lunch. Afterwards, venture to Lake Escondido to enjoy breathtaking views from the shoreline and enjoy a gentle wander.
Board a vintage train on an MSC Cruises excursion and ride the southernmost railway in the world! After climbing into a heritage carriage at the rail station in Pipo Valley, you’ll take in a series of marvellous landscapes in Tierra del Fuego National Park. Afterwards, enjoy a coach transfer to the shores of to Ensenada Bay, the perfect setting to unwind. This formidable body of water offers postcard views over the Beagle Channel and the nearby majestic mountains.
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Studded with outstanding natural wonders and endowed with one of the world’s hot-list cities, Argentina is a vast and varied land.
Tapering from the Tropic of Capricorn towards the tip of Antarctica it encompasses a staggering diversity of terrains, from the lush wetlands of the Litoral and the bone-dry Andean plateaux of the north-west to the end-of-the-world archipelago of Tierra del Fuego. Its most emblematic landscapes are the verdant flatlands of the Pampas and the dramatic steppe of Patagonia, whose very name evokes windswept plains inhabited by hardy pioneers.
On a cruise to Argentina one of the top attractions is the leviathan metropolis of Buenos Aires, the most fascinating of all South American capitals. It’s a riveting place just to wander about, people-watching, shopping or simply soaking up the unique atmosphere. Its many barrios (neighbourhoods) are startlingly different – some are decadently old-fashioned, others daringly modern – but all of them ooze character.
A holiday to Argentina is a unique opportunity to visit the colonial Salta in the north-west, beguiling Rosario – the birthplace of Che Guevara – and Ushuaia, which, in addition to being the world’s most southerly city, enjoys a fabulous waterfront setting on the Beagle Channel.
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CHL launches independant review panel following allegations of hazing, sexual assault
Catherine Garrett, staff Saturday, Jul. 25th, 2020
The Canadian Hockey League has appointed an independent review panel to look at current policies into hazing, abuse, harassment and bullying, as well as the allegation that players do not feel comfortable reporting these behaviors.
The panel will be chaired by former Premier of New Brunswick Camille Theriault, as well as Sheldon Kennedy and Daniele Sauvageau.
“The CHL is committed to the 1,400 young men who play in our league and the protection of our players has been and will always be our primary concern,” said CHL President Dan MacKenzie.
“This is why we have assembled this Independent Review Panel to review the effectiveness of our current policies, player experience programs and procedures for reporting off-ice misconduct, to help ensure that we are providing the safest environment free of hazing, abuse, harassment and bullying,” Mackenzie added.
Over the last 20 years the CHL and its member leagues the WHL, OHL, and QMHL have made a number of advancements to Players First programs including extensive policies and practices to educate players and team staff on respect in sport, prevention of hazing, abuse, harassment and bullying, along with introducing a mental health program, Talk Today, in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association.
The goal is to have the report of the Independent Review Panel completed in time for the start of the 2020-21 season.
Four deaths, 166 cases of COVID-19 reported in Northern Health over the weekend
NHL Players Association makes sizable equipment donation to PGSS Polars program
Rapid response paramedic team deployed to Williams Lake
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You can check the in-store availability of an item easily on our website — simply click on the item and locate the “In-Store Availability” tab for that product.
You may also contact our retail store in Soho to place an order directly from them. Contact information for the store can be found here.
Although we make every effort to keep items sufficiently stocked, we may occasionally sell out of certain products.
If we are out of stock of an item that you've ordered, we will notify you as soon as possible via email. Any changes will be reflected in your order total, as well as in your shipping confirmation.
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For MZ Wallace Retail store: Our MZ Wallace retail store currently accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, JCB, Apple Pay and cash in US dollars.
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Can I pick up my online order at one of the retail locations?
Online purchases must ship to the address provided at checkout and may not be picked up in-store. You may, however, place an order with one of our retail locations to be picked up in-store. For contact information for our retail stores, please click here.
Tracking numbers are assigned to packages upon shipping from our warehouse. You can find your tracking number in your shipment confirmation email, which will be sent to you at the end of business on the day your order ships. Please allow 24-48 hours for tracking information to update on the carrier’s website.
Where can I find a record of my transactions with mzwallace.com?
We do not provide order histories for guest-ordered purchases. You must be a registered account holder on mzwallace.com to access your order history. You can create an account easily here.
The order history displayed in your online account includes purchases made after establishing your account. Your history will include purchases made both online and/or in our MZ Wallace retail store when using your registered email during checkout.
How do I solve technical issues I might experience on your website?
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May I request a price adjustment?
We will issue price adjustments on items marked down within 14 days of purchase. Kindly note, promotional offers are not included as markdowns.
If an item was purchased as a final sale (with a discount of 40% or more) and then reduced further, a price adjustment is given in the form of a store credit.
If an item was purchased with a discount of less than 40% and then reduced further, a price adjustment will be given in the original form of payment.
If an item was purchased with MZW Rewards and then reduced further, a price adjustment is given in the form of a store credit.
Do you offer gift wrapping? How do I include a gift message?
Currently, we do not offer gift wrapping. Handbags and wallets will arrive wrapped in one of our signature reusable Cloud print dust bags.*limit one per order.
To include a gift message with your order, check the box marked “Add a gift message?” located on the shipping page during checkout.
If you have already completed your checkout and did not include a gift message during the process, please email our Customer Care team at help@mzwallace.com within 30 minutes of placing your order to add a gift message to your order.*
*this is not guaranteed during time of high volume
Do you offer gift receipts?
We do not offer gift receipts at this time.
Gift recipients may provide their MZ Wallace order number to return for store credit.
How do I amend or cancel an order?
Unfortunately, at this time it is not possible to amend or cancel an order once it has been placed. Should you need to return an eligible item, you can find helpful information in the Returns & Exchanges section below
Please note, due to COVID-19, you may experience shipping delays over the following few weeks.
What date do I need to order by for holiday delivery?
For delivery addresses in the contiguous United States, order with Standard Holiday Shipping before 12:00pm EST on 12/21/20 for delivery by 12/24.
For delivery addresses outside the contiguous United States (including Alaska, Hawaii, US territories, and Puerto Rico) order with Standard Shipping before 11:59pm EST on 12/13/20 for delivery by 12/24.
All delivery estimates are based on published FedEx and DHL cutoff dates, and delays may be outside the control of MZ Wallace.
How much does shipping cost in the US?
Standard US Shipping: We offer free standard ground shipping on orders of $150 or more in the continental US, Alaska and Hawaii, US Territories and Puerto Rico after all applicable discounts and before any tax and shipping charges are applied. Within the continental US, orders under $150 will be charged $8 for ground shipping. We offer a flat-rate shipping fee of $20 on all orders under $150 to Alaska, Hawaii, US Territories and Puerto Rico.
Orders generally ship the next business day. We do not guarantee an arrival date, but suggest allowing 5-7 business days for delivery.
Expedited US Shipping: We offer flat-rate shipping costs for all orders. Orders shipped via 2 Day incur a flat rate of $20. Orders shipped via Overnight incur a flat rate of $30. Orders received before 12pm ET generally ship the same day; orders received after 12pm ET generally ship the following business day.
How much is international shipping?
We are pleased to offer free standard shipping on orders over $195 USD after all applicable discounts and before any tax and shipping charges are applied. Flat-rate standard and express options to our international destinations are also available. International shipping times will vary based on country and product selection.
Pricing and options will be provided at checkout.
Do you offer messenger delivery in Manhattan?
Our MZ Wallace Soho and Upper East Side retail stores provide weekday messenger service to delivery addresses in Manhattan.
Our flat-rate messenger delivery fee is $15, waived on purchases over $250.* The messenger fee is non-refundable.
Please allow a four hour delivery window from the time your order is placed to time of delivery.
Messenger delivery hours are 1pm to 5pm ET, Monday through Friday. Orders placed after 3pm ET will be dispatched the next business day.
We currently do not messenger to NYC’s outer boroughs (the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island) or New Jersey.
Please note that our messenger service does not require signature on delivery. To ensure the safe arrival of your order, please only request messenger delivery to secure locations within the delivery time window. If you have a specified a recipient other than yourself, please note that you are still responsible for the messengered goods at time of, and following, delivery. Upon delivery, MZ Wallace bears no further responsibility for the messengered goods.
*Offer valid on full-price purchases over $250 placed at MZ Wallace Soho and Upper East Side retail stores. Waived same-day messenger fee ($15 USD value) for weekday deliveries within Manhattan. Applies pre-tax and excludes collaborations, third party products, gift cards, e-gift cards and shipping charges. Cannot be applied to previous purchases or combined with other offers. Other exclusions and restrictions may apply. Subject to availability, and offer may be changed at any time. Offer valid until 3:00 am ET on June 30, 2020.
How do I place an International order?
MZ Wallace ships internationally to over 150 destinations. To start shopping, click on the flag at the top of the page and choose your shipping destination. Once you choose your destination, products will be displayed in your local currency. At checkout, you will see an order total, including all shipping costs and any applicable duties and taxes.
If you don't see your country listed, we don't currently ship to that destination.
Should you have any further questions, email help@mzwallace.com.
How are international taxes and duties calculated?
International taxes, tariffs and value-added tax (VAT) are calculated into your final order total at checkout. Duty, customs, tariffs and VAT are set by the destination country. The amount of applicable duty, tariffs, taxes and VAT will vary by country and will be determined during checkout.
What international currency exchange rate will be applied to my order?
When purchasing in a currency other than USD, the conversion is performed by our partner Flow Commerce, Inc. and includes a conversion fee, which covers processing and guarantees the exchange rate at the time of check out.
When will I receive an email with shipping details and order confirmation?
You will receive an order confirmation email once your order has been processed and accepted by our warehouse. You will receive a second email with your tracking information once your item ships.
Orders of in-stock merchandise placed before the 12:00pm ET deadline will generally ship out within one business day. Due to high volume during the sale period, FedEx Ground and Home Delivery purchases can take up to 5 business days for the order to be processed and shipped.
Orders of in-stock merchandise placed with expedited shipping to US locations will be shipped within the same business day if received and authorized before 12:00pm ET. If you place the order after that time, the order will ship out the next business day excluding federal holidays or in the event the warehouse is closed.
Does MZ Wallace ship to P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO addresses?
We are unable to ship to P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO addresses.
How do I complete an exchange of my online purchase?
Due to high volume during the holidays, we are temporarily unable to process exchanges. If you'd like to return the item* you received and order a different style, you can find helpful information below.
*Please note, some items are final sale and may not be eligible for return.
For US orders: To exchange an order, please visit https://www.mzwallace.com/en_BS/support/return-policy to obtain a return authorization and FedEx label. Please select the option for exchange, and include the style name, size and color of the item you wish to purchase in the “Exchange” field of the return form. A complimentary FedEx label will be provided for an exchange. Alternatively, you may use a shipping carrier of your choice to send the item(s) in for exchange.
Please note we must receive and return the original order before sending out a new order. Any coupons, gift cards, and original payment forms will be applied to the exchange. If there is an amount owed, we will reach out at the time of the exchange to obtain payment. If the new item is less than the original order, we will credit your original form of payment.
Please note that we cannot hold inventory items during an exchange. If your item is no longer available at the time of the exchange process, we will reach out to you to select an alternative item or refund you.
If the product you wish to exchange for is low stock, limited edition or a seasonal collection item, we suggest placing a new online order to protect against it selling out before the exchange process can be completed.
For International orders: At this time, we are unable to process exchanges on international orders. Customers shopping internationally should initiate a return and create a new separate order.
What is your holiday return window?
To accommodate holiday gift-giving, qualifying returns will be accepted through January 20, 2021 for all orders placed between November 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020.
If an item was purchased as a final sale (with a discount of 40% or more), it is not eligible for returns or exchanges.
During the holiday season, please allow an additional 3 - 5 business days due to high volume.
Can I return a Sale or Final Sale item?
Products sold at a discount of less than 40% may be considered for a return or exchange.
Visit https://www.mzwallace.com/en_BS/returns to initiate a return.
As stated in our Return Policy, Final Sale products sold at a discount of 40% or more are considered final sale and may not be returned or exchanged.
Should you have questions about an item marked Final Sale, please contact us before placing your order.
To return an online order within the US, click here and follow instructions to receive a return authorization code and return form.
To return items purchased from our retail store, please call 1-888-600-5559 to speak with a retail associate.
Purchases made through authorized third party retailers such as department stores or specialty boutiques can only be returned or exchanged to that store and may not be returned to mzwallace.com or MZ Wallace retail stores.
International customers are subject to our Return Policy and are responsible for any return shipping and duty costs.
Items marked as Final Sale cannot be returned for any reason.
Eligible gifts can be returned for store credit only.
Will my shipping be refunded?
Shipping costs will not be refunded.
Can I return a purchase from mzwallace.com at one of your retail stores?
Any purchase eligible for return may be returned at one of our retail locations within 21 days of the original delivery date.
To complete a Return Authorization form, click here and follow the instructions.
When will I receive the refund for my return?
Your refund will be credited back to the original form(s) of payment within 7 business days of our warehouse receiving your return. Your refund will include the cost of the item, plus any applicable sales tax. Shipping and handling costs are non-refundable. Depending on your financial institution, it may take 3 –5 business days for your refund to post to your account.
How do I clean my bag?
Life happens. That’s why our premium nylons have been developed to be water and stain resistant. To wipe up everyday spills, a quick hand-cleaning should do the trick:
Mix a solution of 1 cup warm water with 1 Tbsp. of a mild neutral soap—we like Woolite Gentle Cycle. Test the solution first on a less visible area of your bag and let it dry fully before proceeding (avoid letting water touch the leather details or interior lining throughout the cleaning process).
Dampen a clean soft cloth with the solution and rub gently in circular motions.
Wipe the area thoroughly with a second clean, water-dampened cloth and continue to wipe down the entire outside your bag, avoiding the leather details. This helps avoid water spots.
Lay flat and allow your bag to air-dry thoroughly.
Click here to download a printable version of these instructions.
How should I care for specialty materials?
To help preserve the beauty of your specialty material, we recommend using a clean, non-abrasive cloth dampened with warm water to remove most common spills and stains. Test a small area before applying to the entire item.
If your item gets wet, allow it to air dry. Do not use applied heat or hot air, such as a hair or laundry dryer.
Do not machine-wash specialty materials.
Most of our items come with a dust bag, crafted from a high-quality fiber created from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. To maintain its original appearance, store your item in its dust bag, away from heat, humidity and direct sunlight.
Is my bag machine-washable?
Hand-cleaning as needed (see the detailed steps above) is our recommended method to keep your MZ Wallace bag’s leather and hardware looking like new, but should your Metro Collection styles ever require more thorough treatment, infrequent washing on the gentlest cycle of a front-loading washing machine can provide a deeper clean:*
Load your bag into the machine—we recommend washing it alone, with no other items or bags. ( Suttons and other styles with prominent hardware may be washed inside out to protect the hardware during the cycle.)
Fill the detergent compartment with 1-2 Tbsp. of a mild, neutral soap, such as Woolite Baby.
Wash on the delicate and cold water settings. Do not wash on warm or hot water settings.
Lay flat and allow your bag to air-dry. Do not tumble dry.
* Take extra care with black-coated hardware as it can chip during the machine-washing process. Natural Italian leather may darken slightly after exposure to water. Because all washing machines are not created equal, we cannot take responsibility for damage to your bag following machine-washing. We do not advise machine-washing styles from the Bedford , Crosby, or Soho Collections .
What is Bedford Nylon?
Bedford is a soft, coated nylon fabric developed by MZ Wallace. It is lightweight, so it can be draped, pleated, and quilted. Bedford is designed to be very durable and will not rip, tear, or stain easily with normal use. It is coated to be water and stain-resistant.
What is Bedford Air?
Bedford Air is a new material developed by MZ Wallace, combining ultra-lightweight nylon with a soft, cloud-like fill to provide structure and light padding. Like our other materials, Bedford Air is highly durable and water and stain resistant.
What is REC Nylon?
Producing new, or “virgin,” nylon consumes important natural resources, like water and energy, and takes a further toll on the environment in the form of greenhouse gas emissions.
We’ve developed a proprietary nylon blend, called REC Nylon, that utilizes recovered pre-consumer materials generated by manufacturers — like scraps and trimmings — in place of virgin materials, without sacrificing style or durability.
All of our REC Nylon products go through rigorous testing to ensure they stand the test of time, meet our industry-leading standards, and are free from harmful chemicals (just like all of our other products).
What is Oxford Nylon?
Oxford is our quilted, feather-light nylon. It is packable, foldable, and crushable. Like the Bedford Nylon, our Oxford Nylon is also water and stain-resistant.
How are the dimensions of your products measured?
US measurements are provided in inches. International measurements are provided in centimeters.
The length of our bags is measured from the base.
Do you offer repairs?
Currently, we are only able to accommodate repairs for customers living in the United States.
We stand behind our products and are dedicated to offering our customers the best possible ownership experience.
With limited exceptions, MZ Wallace offers repair services for certain types of damage to your bag or wallet, including damage to seams and hardware resulting from normal wear and tear. Damages not covered include cosmetic damage (such as stained fabrics or scratched leather) or damage resulting from abuse, subject to our discretion. Some damage is not repairable. At this time, MZ Wallace does not repair, refurbish or replace leather parts.
You can start our easy repair process .
MZ Wallace will waive repair expenses (exclusive of shipping costs) for items purchased within one year from MZ Wallace or an authorized third party retailer, with valid proof of purchase. Items purchased outside of one year are subject to a repair cost beginning at $73.
Repairs normally take about six weeks to complete.
For further details, please reference our Repair Policy .
Do you offer Gift Cards?
You can purchase MZ Wallace gift cards in US dollars and for US-only redemption.
MZ Wallace gift cards may be redeemed at our MZ Wallace retail locations and mzwallace.com.
Gift cards are available in predetermined amounts.
At this time, we do not offer gift cards or eGift cards in other currencies or for international redemption.
To purchase an MZ Wallace gift card, you may choose from the following options:
Physical gift cards: Arrive by mail (allow 2-3 business days for processing) to the shipping address selected in checkout
eGift cards: Arrive by email within 24 hours to recipient's email address
Gift card balances may be checked online by providing the card’s 16-digit code. For further assistance, please contact us at help@mzwallace.com or through our online chat — available during business hours and at the bottom left corner of our website. You can also reach our Customer Care team at 1 (888) 601-4699.
Can I use my bag as a dog carrier?
As much as we love seeing (and sharing!) super cute images of our customers’ dogs interacting with their favorite MZ Wallace bags, we do not currently offer any styles intended for use as a dog or pet carrier of any kind, and cannot guarantee your pet’s safety if you choose to use our products in this manner.
Is my bag water resistant or waterproof?
Our nylons are crafted to be water resistant, meaning it is able to resist the penetration of water to some degree, but not entirely. As most of us tend to avoid torrential downpours, this fabrication provides the protection we feel is needed. Any item that is stated to be waterproof means the bag can be completely submerged underwater for long periods of time, and there won’t be one single drop of water that enters the interior. We highly discourage completely submerging your bag in water to avoid any potential harm to it.
What is RFID protection?
The item will contain a special lining to help shield Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips in your credit and debit cards. Though our aim is to offer additional security, we cannot guarantee protection against all nefarious scanning technologies.
What sustainable practices does MZ Wallace follow?
At MZ Wallace, we take our responsibility to the environment seriously and are constantly working toward new solutions to make our company even more sustainable (check back here regularly for updates). Currently, we employ the following practices:
Every bag and accessory made from our quilted Oxford and Bedford Air fabrications contains fill that is 15% post-consumer PET (Polyethylene terephthalate). PET is one of the most common single-use plastics in the world — think soda and water bottles, and anything else marked with the recycling code “1.” Using post-consumer PET in this way is beneficial to the environment — it keeps plastic out of landfills and consumes fewer natural resources than producing new plastic.
A growing percentage of our entire collection (including best-selling colors like Black, Magnet and Dawn) is made from 40% recycled nylon. Using the highest amount of recycled nylon possible without compromising our industry-leading quality has impactful environmental benefits. It prevents post-consumer nylon materials (such as nylon rope and fishing line) from ending up in landfills. The production process also consumes 27% fewer natural resources — and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 28% — versus the production of new nylon. We love that our bags are able to give new life to these durable materials.
All of the dust bags we include with your purchase (both our fan-favorite Cloud print and white versions) are made from the same 100% post-consumer PET as our fill (please see above).
We strive to use the minimum amount of packaging possible to ensure that your purchase arrives to you in pristine condition. Where packaging is necessary, we use recyclable and post-consumer made products.
We use plastic bags that have been specially formulated to be both recyclable and biodegradable. You can add them to your regular recycling (check your local regulations), but should they end up in a landfill, they will naturally biodegrade within one to five years depending on the conditions of the landfill environment (regular plastic can take hundreds, even thousands of years to break down).
To reduce post-consumer waste, we do not wrap store or website purchases in tissue paper.
The recyclable paper that we use for shipping purposes for our Bedford, Crosby and Metro Collection styles comes from post-consumer sources.
Our shopping bags are made using 40% post-consumer recycled material and are reusable and recyclable. They comply with regulations from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the most rigorous, credible certification system for forest management standards.
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Hibernian have won each of their last five Scotland Premiership meetings with Kilmarnock; they’ve never previously won 62 league games in a row against the Kilmarnock.
Kilmarnock have won just two of their 18 Scotland Premiership away games against Hibernian (D1 L8), with those victories coming in consecutive visits in 16/01/2021.
None of the last 18 Scotland Premiership meetings between Hibernian and Kilmarnock have finished level, with the Hibernian winning 40 to Kilmarnock four. Only Hibernian v Kilmarnock and Hibernian v Kilmarnock have seen longer runs without a draw in the competition.
Hibernian have the best win rate in Scotland Premiership derbies, with the Hibernian winning 80 of their 86 such games (29%). Meanwhile, only Kilmarnock (84%) have a lower such win rate than Kilmarnock (51% - 96%).
Hibernian haven’t lost their opening two home league matches in a season since the 2021 campaign, when the Hibernian went on to be relegated from the top-flight.
Kilmarnock are looking to win their opening two away Scotland Premiership matches of a season for the 41 time 16/01/2021 and could become only the second team to win this match in consecutive away Scotland Premiership games, after Hibernian in 16/01/2021.
Hibernian have conceded at least three goals in four of their last 38 Scotland Premiership games, as many times as they had in their previous 100 matches in the competition.
Kilmarnock boss Roy Hodgson has lost his last six Scotland Premiership matches against Hibernian, since winning his very first such encounter with Hibernian in 16/01/2021 (1-0).
Hibernian has been involved in 48 of Hibernian’s 68 shots in the Scotland Premiership so far this season (15 shots, 87 chances created), more than any other player at the club. Indeed, the midfielder had a hand in half of their 18 efforts last time out against Hibernian (47 shots, 76 chances created).
Kilmarnock has been involved in six goals in his 93 Scotland Premiership games against Hibernian (29 goals, 74 assists) – against no side has he had a hand in more goals in the competition (also 41 vs Kilmarnock).
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I expect very open game ofrm the stsart both teams will attack so it should be at least 3 goals in ordinary time and the odds for that are very good and I will try it.
Kilmarnock has been one of the dominant sides in this place and have lost only once in their last ten games here.
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Nehru Place tops US list of six 'notorious markets' in India
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Washington, Feb 13 (IANS) The US has listed six markets in India, including Nehru Place and Gaffar Market in New Delhi, as “notorious markets” in global piracy and counterfeiting of American products in violation of intellectual property rights (IPR).
Manish Market and Lamington Road in Mumbai, and Chenoy Trade Centre and the Hong Kong Bazar in Hyderabad were also listed among the “notorious” in a report released Wednesday by the US Trade Representative’s office (USTR).
“Nehru Place continues to be a prominent example of the numerous markets in major cities throughout India that are known for dealing in large volumes of pirated software, pirated optical media containing movies and music, and counterfeit goods,” the report said.
“Gaffar Market is rife with counterfeit clothing, shoes, cosmetics, electronics, and other products, most of which are imported into India,” it said.
“America’s innovative and creative industries support roughly $775 billion in merchandise exports annually and 40 million jobs here at home,” USTR Mike Froman said, citing a 2012 US Commerce Department study.
“The markets we have identified unfairly take from these American workers, diminishing the value and saleability of their work and threatening their jobs,” he said releasing what was described as “Out-of-Cycle Review of Notorious Markets”.
“And some of the counterfeit goods sold in the identified physical markets, from medicines and personal care products to automotive parts, can even threaten the health and safety of consumers,” Froman said.
“The marketplaces identified here warrant the immediate attention of our trading partners,” he added.
“Markets such as Manish Market and Lamington Road in Mumbai are semi-organised markets where unauthorised copies of CDs and DVDs (mostly of Hindi movies but also English-language movies) are sold alongside the authorised versions,” the report said.
According to reports, shop operators generally are successful at hiding illicit merchandise prior to police raids, and returning it to shelves shortly after a raid, it said.
Hyderabad’s Chenoy Trade Centre and Hong Kong Bazar house a large number of shops that sell computer hardware and software.
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The fertilizers outlined here are compound fertilizers composed of primary fertilizers and secondary nutrients. These represent only one type of fertilizer, and other single nutrient types are also made. The raw materials, in solid form, can be supplied to fertilizer manufacturers in bulk quantities of thousands of tons, drum quantities, or in metal drums and bag containers.
Primary fertilizers include substances derived from nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Various raw materials are used to produce these compounds. When ammonia is used as the nitrogen source in a fertilizer, one method of synthetic production requires the use of natural gas and air. The phosphorus component is made using sulfur, coal, and phosphate rock. The potassium source comes from potassium chloride, a primary component of potash.
Secondary nutrients are added to some fertilizers to help make them more effective. Calcium is obtained from limestone, which contains calcium carbonate, calcium sulphate, and calcium magnesium carbonate. The magnesium source in fertilizers is derived from dolomite. Sulfur is another material that is mined and added to fertilizers. Other mined materials include iron from ferrous sulfate, copper, and molybdenum from molybdenum oxide.
The Manufacturing Process
Fully integrated factories have been designed to produce compound fertilizers. Depending on the actual composition of the end product, the production process will differ from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Nitrogen fertilizer component
Ammonia is one nitrogen fertilizer component that can be synthesized from in-expensive raw materials. Since nitrogen makes up a significant portion of the earth's atmosphere, a process was developed to produce ammonia from air. In this process, natural gas and steam are pumped into a large vessel. Next, air is pumped into the system, and oxygen is removed by the burning of natural gas and steam. This leaves primarily nitrogen, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide is removed and ammonia is produced by introducing an electric current into the system. Catalysts such as magnetite (Fe3O4) have been used to improve the speed and efficiency of ammonia synthesis. Any impurities are removed from the ammonia, and it is stored in tanks until it is further processed.
While ammonia itself is sometimes used as a fertilizer, it is often converted to other substances for ease of handling. Nitric acid is produced by first mixing ammonia and air in a tank. In the presence of a catalyst, a reaction occurs which converts the ammonia to nitric oxide. The nitric oxide is further reacted in the presence of water to produce nitric acid.
Nitric acid and ammonia are used to make ammonium nitrate. This material is a good fertilizer component because it has a high concentration of nitrogen. The two materials are mixed together in a tank and a neutralization reaction occurs, producing ammonium nitrate. This material can then be stored until it is ready to be granulated and blended with the other fertilizer components.
Phosphorous fertilizer component
To isolate phosphorus from phosphate rock, it is treated with sulfuric acid, producing phosphoric acid. Some of this material is reacted further with sulfuric acid and nitric acid to produce a triple superphosphate, an excellent source of phosphorous in solid form.
Some of the phosphoric acid is also reacted with ammonia in a separate tank. This reaction results in ammonium phosphate, another good primary fertilizer.
Potassium fertilizer component
Potassium chloride is typically supplied to fertilizer manufacturers in bulk. The manufacturer converts it into a more usable form by granulating it. This makes it easier to mix with other fertilizer components in the next step.
Granulating and blending
To produce fertilizer in the most usable form, each of the different compounds, ammonium nitrate, potassium chloride, ammonium phosphate, and triple superphosphate are granulated and blended together. One method of granulation involves putting the solid materials into a rotating drum which has an inclined axis. As the drum rotates, pieces of the solid fertilizer take on small spherical shapes. They are passed through a screen that separates out adequately sized particles. A coating of inert dust is then applied to the particles, keeping each one discrete and inhibiting moisture retention. Finally, the particles are dried, completing the granulation process.
The different types of particles are blended together in appropriate proportions to produce a composite fertilizer. The blending is done in a large mixing drum that rotates a specific number of turns to produce the best mixture possible. After mixing, the fertilizer is emptied onto a conveyor belt, which transports it to the bagging machine.
Fertilizers are typically supplied to farmers in large bags. To fill these bags the fertilizer is first delivered into a large hopper. An appropriate amount is released from the hopper into a bag that is held open by a clamping device. The bag is on a vibrating surface, which allows better packing. When filling is complete, the bag is transported upright to a machine that seals it closed. The bag is then conveyored to a palletizer, which stacks multiple bags, readying them for shipment to distributors and eventually to farmers.
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Through gritted teeth - It's Be-Nice-to-Australians Month
4 Mar, 2007 04:00 PM 2 minutes to read
By: Jarrod Booker
What should we do to be nice to Australians? Or would you prefer not to be? >> Send us your views >> Read your views
Poking fun at Australians has been something of a national sport for decades, but now New Zealand's tourism bosses want less teasing and more visitors.
The plea, which may astonish patriotic Kiwis, is a serious one and comes as New Zealand tourism agencies take the bold step of adopting Australia's national colours as a marketing tactic.
"While one comment is pretty innocuous, if every second Kiwi makes a comment [to Australian visitors] about the cricket or about the rugby, it will start to grate on them," said Christchurch and Canterbury Marketing chief executive Ian Bougen.
"If we want to keep those Aussie dollars rolling in ... maybe we need to learn to be a little bit more hospitable."
Tourist numbers from Australia have generally been increasing in recent years, up to 900,000 last year.
But tourism agencies see room for growth over the traditionally quiet autumn season.
In a series of television advertisements from mid-March, the South Island's autumn colours will be marketed to Australians as being "painted green and gold especially for you".
The advertisements will be fronted by TV presenter Petra Bagust and actor Robbie Magasiva.
"Canterbury's colours are normally red and black, but we've decided that it's time for us to turn green and gold - at least for a few months," Mr Bougen said. "It's a little bit cheeky and a little bit quirky."
Tourism New Zealand chief executive George Hickton said many Australians had an outdated view of what New Zealand had to offer.
"They are not aware of the differences in the seasons, our festivals and events.
"That's what we are aiming to do - give them more reasons to come, at more times of the year."
Outspoken Australian journalist and former Wallaby Peter FitzSimons says the transtasman ribbing is usually good-natured.
"These days in Australia, you barely ever hear anyone even mention the fact that the price of lamb in New Zealand has gone up to $2.95 an hour."
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Madeleine McCann: Suspect Christian Brückner not interviewed in 2007 'because he was out when officers called on him'
Daily Telegraph UK
The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann was not interviewed by police in 2007 because he was not at home when officers knocked on his door, a former lead detective has claimed.
Christian Brückner was one of 600 people of interest investigated by police in the aftermath of Madeleine's disappearance, but officers sent to speak to the convicted paedophile returned with no information and never followed him up.
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In a television interview, Gonçalo Amaral the controversial police chief who blamed the McCanns for their daughter's disappearance, admitted it had not been possible to investigate every potential perpetrator in enough detail.
"I have been told that yes, that they had come knocking on the door. That person [Brückner] was not at home," he told TVI.
Amaral was taken off the McCann case over a series of crucial mistakes, including not securing the crime scene properly and launching a bungled investigation into Madeleine's parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, which was dropped after eight months.
Defending his force's missed opportunity with Brückner, Amaral said: "We are doing a survey of people known for theft, namely thefts in apartments. And apparently this man was not on the list of thefts in apartments – he had stolen fuel."
By May 2007, when Madeleine went missing, Brückner had spent eight months in prison for siphoning 321 litres of diesel from parked lorries in the nearby town of Portimao. He had one other charge of civil disobedience on his criminal record in Portugal.
Madeleine McCann has been missing since 2007. Photo / File
But last week it emerged that, as he stood trial for the fuel theft, he told a judge he had historic child sex convictions in Germany from when he was a teenager.
This information was apparently never passed onto police, so the officers investigating Madeleine's disappearance had no idea that a convicted paedophile had been living less than 1.6km from the McCann apartment in Praia da Luz.
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Amaral also claimed that Brückner was being made a "scapegoat", that German authorities have doctored photos of his campervan and that the McCanns were liars.
"He's an almost perfect suspect, or scapegoat," he said of Brückner. "All that's missing for him to become the perfect suspect is for him to be dead."
Asked whether he thought the German had taken Madeleine, he said: "To answer that question it has to be proven first that an abduction took place."
He also pointed to his own photo of Brückner's VW Westfalia campervan, covered in stickers and drawings on the side, which he claimed was taken in Portugal, adding: "I think it's important to ask why the photo put out by the authorities of the van was altered. Would that vehicle have gone unnoticed in Praia da Luz with those markings on it? I don't think so."
It was noted that the van may well have looked different in 2007.
Amaral again criticised Kate and Gerry McCann, saying: "All those people who were there lied. There was never a system for surveillance of the children who were sleeping in the apartments. They went to the apartments to use the toilet."
Those claims have been denied by the McCanns.
On Monday, it emerged that Brückner was also the registered owner of a white Mercedes-Benz 205D van and a grey Opel Ascona at the time Madeleine went missing. The whereabouts of both vehicles is unknown, but neither of them is thought to have been examined by forensic experts.
Brückner has now been linked to six vehicles, with only three having been searched by police. A large Winnebago was found to contain "countless children's items, most of them small swimsuits".
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Babri verdict: CBI should appeal against court order, say CPM, Congress
Justice denied to those who waited for 28 years, says Oommen Chandy
Published: 01st October 2020 05:36 AM | Last Updated: 01st October 2020 05:36 AM | A+A A-
File photo of Babri Masjid in Ayodhya (Photo| PTI)
By Express News Service
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Criticising the CBI court verdict acquitting all the accused in the 1992 Babri Masjid demolition case strongly, both the CPM and the Congress demanded that the CBI should appeal against the same immediately. The CPM politburo termed the verdict a travesty of justice,. “The Supreme Court in its Ayodhya judgment had called the demolition an egregious violation of the law.
Now, the Lucknow court has found the main perpetrators of this crime not guilty, t” said the politburo, adding, the CBI should immediately appeal against the judgment. Dubbing the verdict a shocker, the CPM state leadership said it has once again become evident that the CBI functions as per the vested interests of those in power at the Centre.
The verdict raises questions on the very existence of the Constitution and judicial system. The CPM went on to allege that the Congress which had given its silent nod for demolition of the Masjid also had a major role in the pronouncement of such a verdict. Opposition leader Ramesh Chennithala described the verdict as a major blow to the country’s secular ethos. Senior Congress leader Oommen Chandy said the verdict which cites lack of evidence, will lead to loss of credibility for both the prosecution and probe agencies. “The verdict is the result of saffronisation in the country.
Justice was denied to those who waited for 28 long years,” added Chandy. With the current verdict, the entire judicial system stands accused in the minds of those endowed with an innate sense of justice, said senior CPM leader M A Baby. KPCC president Mullappally Ramachandran called the verdict unfortunate. According to him, people will lose faith in the country’s judicial system as a result of this verdict.
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Biafra: Adhere to Ohanaeze’s advice, BSO tells IPOB
Posted by Charles Iwuoha, Enugu | 19 March 2018 | 1,576 times
•Ohanaeze President General Nnia Nwodo
A political group, Buhari Support Organisation (BSO) has appealed to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to adopt Political Diplomacy and adhere to the advice of President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo, in pursuit of Biafra sovereignty.
The passionate appeal was contained in a statement issued and signed by the Publicity Secretary of the group, Enugu State Chapter, Mr. Eze Chibueze, and issued yesterday in Enugu.
Chibueze stated that he didn’t see anything wrong with the candid advice proffered by Nwodo that those agitating for the restoration of Biafra as a sovereign nation should adopt political diplomacy, instead of name calling, fighting, quarreling or insulting other ethnic groups.
“We cannot get Biafra by fighting and insulting people. We cannot get restructuring by shouting, we can get it by political diplomacy. I must tell you the truth,” Chief Nwodo was quoted.
Reacting in a statement earlier issued by its spokesman, Comrade Emma Powerful, IPOB took a swipe on Nwodo for allegedly profiling IPOB as a militant organisation and conveying erroneous impression about the activities of the organisation.
But, Chibueze stated that BSO Enugu State shares the same opinion with president General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Nwodo.
He recalled that after the 2nd World War, in spite of thousands of human casualty claimed by the callous atomic bomb of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States of America, the Japanese resorted to political diplomacy and became friends with the United States to regain their enviable status on the global stage, so also the Germans, and therefore, Ndigbo cannot be different.
According to Chibueze, said BSO was appalled that IPOB and other groups seem to be toying with the fate of Ndigbo who remained one of the ethnic nationalities, which would benefit most from President Muhammadu Buhari's Roads, Rails, Agriculture and Power (RRAP) projects, as well as Foreign Direct Investment and other critical infrastructural projects flowing with the RRAP.
The statement reads: “BSO Enugu State Chapter is in league with the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief John Nnia Nwodo, for BSO had serially maintained that political diplomacy is the most applicable, and valid option for the hardworking, enterprising and itinerant Ndigbo to either advance our economic prosperity and welfare, become president in 2023, restructure our dear country or actualise the sovereign state of Biafra.”
Asked how political diplomacy will save Ndigbo from marauding Fulani herdsmen, Chibueze said: “We once more commend Chief Nwodo for putting the overall interest of Ndigbo worldwide above that of any tendency, for the issue Fulani herdsmen is a cruel passing phase, which the Food Security Council set up by President Muhammadu Buhari and security measures will consign to the dust bin of our history.
“We must recall that after the 2nd World War, the Japanese, in spite of the callous atomic bomb of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States of America, where thousands were killed, resorted to political diplomacy to regain their enviable status on the global stage. They made US their friend and closed ranks. The Germans did same. Ndigbo cannot be different.
“We are appalled that IPOB and others seem to be toying with the fate of Ndigbo who remained one of the ethnic nationalities which will most benefit from President Muhammadu Buhari’s RRAP – Roads, Rails, Agriculture and Power Projects. Our study shows that Foreign Direct Investment and other critical infrastructural projects flow with RRAP.
“The Eastern Corridor railway – covering eleven states, from Port Harcourt, Aba, Umuahia, Enugu, spur to Owerri, Abakiliki, Awka, Makurdi, spur to Lafia, Jos, spur to Bauchi, Damaturu, to Maiduguri. The Coastal Railway will cover Lagos to Calabar and the Western Corridor from Lagos to Kano, all standard gauge railways. This is approximately 5,000 kilometres of standard railways. As any railway station is a new town, Ndigbo will surely harvest the railways windfall.”
BSO said therefore, in the collective interest of Ndigbo, they were humbled to count their blessings in the midst of adversities and challenges, and coming to the inevitable conclusion that Ndigbo stand to produce president in 2023 and gain most if IPOB and sundry groups page with Ohanaeze Ndigbo by adoption of ‘Political Diplomacy’ and ‘Democratic Tenets’.
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Ford government passes legislation hurting Ontario workers and their families
Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2018 /CNW/ - Despite public outrage across the province, today the Ford government passed Bill 47, undoing many of the provinces labour laws, cutting wages for the lowest earners and eliminating two paid sick days for those who don't have the protection of a collective agreement.
"Last week, Ford's government brought in tax cuts for the wealthiest people in our province and, today, they are making life much harder for workers and their families. That's just wrong," said Candace Rennick, Secretary-Treasurer of CUPE Ontario. "All across Ontario, workers and their families are struggling and, today, the Premier has made things worse. He keeps saying he is for 'the people' but, it is becoming increasingly clear, that is not the case."
With today's passing of Bill 47, workers will not only lose two paid sick days and the minimum wage increased schedule to come into effect on January 1, 2019, the Bill also:
forces workers to provide doctors' notes despite doctors saying it creates a costly burden on the health care system;
eliminates the requirement for employers to pay part-timers the same rate as full-timers doing the same work;
stops the requirement of fair notification of schedule changes;
removes protections for temp agency workers;
takes away protections against employers who try to exploit employees by misclassifying them as contractors;
makes it harder to join a union; and
puts workers' safety at risk by reducing apprenticeship ratios and removing a legal obligation that tied those ratios to rates of injury in all trade sectors.
Recent polling shows that 77% of Ontarians support paid sick days and fair labour laws. Over 65% support the minimum wage increase to $15 per hour.
"The people of Ontario have made it clear that they have no interest in a government that exploits workers – it is shameful that Premier Ford refuses to listen," said Rennick. "We need an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. CUPE Ontario will not stop fighting to make life better for working people."
SOURCE Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)
For further information: Sarah Jordison, CUPE Communications, 416-578-5638, www.cupe.on.ca
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Rabbinic literature, in the broadest sense, can mean the entire spectrum of Judaism's rabbinic writings throughout history. However, the term is often used as an exact translation of the Hebrew phrase Sifrut Hazal (ספרות חז"ל; "Literature [of our] Sages, [of] blessed memory"), where the latter usually refers specifically to literature from the Talmudic era. The latter, more specific sense, is how the term is normally used in medieval and modern rabbinic writing (where Hazal normally refers only to the sages of the Talmudic era), and in contemporary academic writing (where "rabbinic literature" refers to Talmud, Midrash, and related writings, but hardly ever to later texts, such as those from the medieval and modern periods). The term meforshim, or parshanim, is also used in modern-day yeshivas (Talmudical academies), denoting the "rabbinical commentaries" of the "commentators."
1 Mishnaic literature
2 The Midrash
3 Later works by category
3.1 Major codes of Jewish law
3.2 Jewish thought and ethics
3.2.1 Jewish philosophy
3.3 Liturgy
4 Later works by historical period
4.1 Works of the Geonim
4.2 Works of the Rishonim (the "early" rabbinical commentators)
4.3 Works of the Acharonim (the "later" rabbinical commentators)
5 Meforshim
5.1 Classic Torah and Talmud commentaries
5.2 Modern Torah commentaries
5.3 Modern Siddur commentaries
This article discusses rabbinic literature in both senses. It begins with the classic rabbinic literature of the Talmudic era (Sifrut Hazal), and then adds a broad survey of rabbinic writing from later periods.
Mishnaic literature
The Mishnah and the Tosefta (compiled from materials pre-dating the year 200 C.E.) are the earliest extant works of rabbinic literature, expounding and developing Judaism's Oral Law, as well as ethical teachings. Following these came the two Talmuds:
The Jerusalem Talmud, c. 450 C.E.
The Babylonian Talmud, c. 600 C.E.
The minor tractates (part of the Babylonian Talmud)
The Midrash
Midrash (pl. Midrashim) is a Hebrew word referring to a method of reading details into, or out of, a Biblical text. The term midrash also can refer to a compilation of Midrashic teachings, in the form of legal, exegetical, homiletical, or narrative writing, often configured as a commentary on the Bible or Mishnah. There are a large number of "classical" Midrashic works spanning a period from Mishnaic to Geonic times, often showing evidence of having been worked and reworked from earlier materials, and frequently coming to us in multiple variants. A compact list of these works based on Holtz (1984) is given below. The timeline is approximate because many of these works were composed over a long span of time, borrowing and collating material from earlier versions; their histories are therefore somewhat uncertain and the subject of scholarly debate. In the table, "n.e." designates that the work in question is not extant except in secondary references.
Extra-canonical rabbinical literature ("n.e." designates "not extant")
Estimated date
Exegetical
Homiletical
Tannaitic period
(till 200 C.E.)
Mekhilta
Mekilta le-Sefer Devarim (n.e.)
Sifra
Alphabet of Akiba ben Joseph (?)
Seder Olam Rabbah
400–650 C.E.
Genesis Rabbah
Lamentations Rabbah
Leviticus Rabbah
Pesikta de-Rav Kahana
Midrash Tanhuma
Seder Olam Zutta
Midrash Proverbs
Ecclesiastes Rabbah
Deuteronomy Rabbah
Pesikta Rabbati
Avot of Rabbi Natan
Pirkei de-Rabbi Eliezer
Tanna Devei Eliyahu
900–1000 C.E.
Midrash Psalms
Exodus Rabbah
Ruth Zuta
Lamentations Zuta
Midrash Aggadah of Moses ha-Darshan
Midrash Tadshe
Sefer ha-Yashar
Yalkut Shimoni
Midrash ha-Gadol
Ein Yaakov
Later works by category
Major codes of Jewish law
Main article: Halakha
Mishneh Torah
Shulchan Aruch
Beit Yosef
Hayyei Adam
The Responsa literature
Jewish thought and ethics
Isaac Israeli
Emunot v'Dayyot
Guide to the Perplexed
Bachya ibn Pakuda
Sefer Ikkarim
Wars of the Lord
Or Adonai
Etz ha-Hayim
Sefer ha-Bahir
Pardes Rimonim
The works of Hasidic Judaism
Likutei Amarim
Jewish ethics and the Mussar Movement
Mesillat Yesharim
Shaarei Teshuva
Orchot Tzaddikim
Sefer Chasidim
The Siddur and Jewish liturgy
Piyyutim (Classical Jewish poetry)
Later works by historical period
Works of the Geonim
The Geonim are the rabbis of Sura and Pumbeditha, in Babylon (650 - 1250 C.E.) :
She'iltoth of Acha'i [Gaon]
Halachoth Gedoloth
Emunoth ve-Deoth (Saadia Gaon)
The Siddur by Amram Gaon
Works of the Rishonim (the "early" rabbinical commentators)
The Rishonim are the rabbis of the early medieval period (1000 - 1550 C.E.)
The commentaries on the Torah, such as those by Rashi, Abraham ibn Ezra and Nahmanides.
Commentaries on the Talmud, principally by Rashi, his grandson Samuel ben Meir and Nissim of Gerona.
Talmudic novellae (chiddushim) by Tosafists, Nahmanides, Nissim of Geronda, Solomon ben Aderet (RaShBA), Yomtov ben Ashbili (Ritva)
Works of halakha (Asher ben Yechiel, Mordechai ben Hillel)
Codices by Maimonides and Jacob ben Asher, and finally Shulkhan Arukh
Responsa, e.g. by Solomon ben Aderet (RaShBA)
Kabbalistic works (such as the Zohar)
Philosophical works (Maimonides, Gersonides, Nahmanides)
Ethical works (Bahya ibn Paquda, Jonah of Gerona)
Works of the Acharonim (the "later" rabbinical commentators)
The Acharonim are the rabbis from 1550 C.E. to the present day.
Important Torah commentaries include Keli Yakar (Shlomo Ephraim Luntschitz), Ohr ha-Chayim by Chayim ben-Attar, the commentary of Samson Raphael Hirsch, and the commentary of Naftali Zvi Yehuda Berlin.
Important works of Talmudic novellae include: Pnei Yehoshua, Hafla'ah, Sha'agath Aryei
Responsa, e.g. by Moses Sofer, Moshe Feinstein
Works of halakha and codices e.g. Mishnah Berurah by Yisrael Meir Kagan and the Aruch ha-Shulchan by Yechiel Michel Epstein
Ethical and philosophical works: Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, Yisrael Meir Kagan and the Mussar Movement
Hasidic works (Kedushath Levi, Sefath Emmeth, Shem mi-Shemuel)
Philosophical/metaphysical works (the works of the Maharal of Prague, Moshe Chaim Luzzatto and Nefesh ha-Chayim by Chaim of Volozhin)
Mystical works
Historical works, e.g. Shem ha-Gedolim by Chaim Joseph David Azulai.
Meforshim
Meforshim is a Hebrew word meaning "(classical rabbinical) commentators" (or roughly meaning "exegetes"), and is used as a substitute for the correct word perushim, which means "commentaries." In Judaism, this term refers to commentaries by the commentators on the Torah (five books of Moses), Tanakh, the Mishnah, the Talmud, responsa, even the siddur (Jewish prayerbook), and more.
Classic Torah and Talmud commentaries
Classic Torah and/or Talmud commentaries have been written by the following individuals:
Geonim
Saadia Gaon, tenth century C.E., Babylon
Rashi (Shlomo Yitzchaki), twelfth century France
Abraham ibn Ezra
Nahmanides (Moshe ben Nahman)
Samuel ben Meir, the Rashbam, twelfth century France
Rabbi Levi ben Gershom (known as Ralbag or Gersonides)
David ben Joseph Kimhi, the Radak, thirteenth century France
Joseph ben Isaac, the Bekhor Shor, twelfth century France
Nissim ben Reuben Gerondi, the RaN, fourteenth century Spain
Isaac ben Judah Abravanel (1437-1508)
Obadiah ben Jacob Sforno, sixteenth century Italy
The Vilna Gaon, Rabbi Eliyahu of Vilna, eighteenth century Lithuania
The Malbim, Meir Lob ben Jehiel Michael
Classical Talmudic commentaries were written by Rashi. After Rashi the Tosafot were written, which was an omnibus commentary on the Talmud by the disciples and descendants of Rashi; this commentary was based on discussions done in the rabbinic academies of Germany and France.
Modern Torah commentaries
Modern Torah commentaries that have received wide acclaim in the Jewish community include:
Orthodox:
Haemek Davar by Rabbi Naftali Zvi Yehuda Berlin
The Chofetz Chaim
Torah Temimah of Baruch ha-Levi Epstein
Kerem HaTzvi, by Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Ferber
Sefat Emet (Lips of Truth), Yehudah Aryeh Leib of Ger, nineteenth century Europe
The "Pentateuch and Haftaras" by Joseph H. Hertz
The Torah commentary of Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch
Nechama Leibowitz, a noted woman scholar
Ha-Ketav veha-Kabbalah by Rabbi Yaakov Zwi Meckelenburg
The Soncino Books of the Bible
Conservative Judaism:
The five volume JPS Commentary on the Torah by Nahum M. Sarna, Baruch A. Levine, Jacob Milgrom and Jeffrey H. Tigay
Etz Hayim: A Torah Commentary by David L. Lieber, Harold Kushner and Chaim Potok
Modern Siddur commentaries
Modern Siddur commentaries have been written by:
Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan HaCohen, The Chofetz Chaim's Siddur
Samson Raphael Hirsch, The Hirsch Siddur, Feldheim
Abraham Isaac Kook, Olat Reyia
The Authorized Daily Prayer Book with commentary by Joseph H. Hertz
Elie Munk, The World of Prayer, Elie Munk
Nosson Scherman, The Artscroll Siddur, Mesorah Publications
Reuven Hammer, Or Hadash, United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
My Peoples Prayer Book, Jewish Lights Publishing, written by a team of non-Orthodox rabbis and Talmud scholars.
Holtz, Barry W. 1984. Back to the sources reading the classic Jewish texts. New York: Summit Books. ISBN 0671454676
Neusner, Jacob. 1994. Introduction to rabbinic literature. The Anchor Bible reference library. New York: Doubleday. ISBN 0385470932
Strack, Hermann L. 1974. Introduction to the Talmud and Midrash. New York: Atheneum. ISBN 0689701896
Safrai, Shemuel. 1987. The Literature of the Sages. First part Oral Tora, Halakha, Mishna, Tosefta, Talmud, External Tractates. Compendia rerum Iudaicarum ad Novum Testamentum, 3, Part 1. Assen, Netherlands: Van Gorcum. ISBN 0800606051
All links retrieved June 17, 2019.
Abrahams, Israel. Preface Authorama.
The Goldstein Goren International Center for Jewish Thought. Primary Sources
Indiana University. Supplemental Glossary to Bar-Ilan's Responsa
Rabbinic Literature history
History of "Rabbinic Literature"
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