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__label__wiki	0.514805	0.514805	The Exon Singers Discography & Shop Friends & Benefactors Our new CD is out! We are very excited that the disc of music beautifully written specially for the choir, which we recorded last summer, is now out on the exciting new Rubicon Classics label. It is named Before the Ending of the Day, and you can find more details here. To get a flavour of the music have a listen to Toby Young’s setting of The Lord’s Prayer, here. You can also see Richard Wilberforce introducing the disc on our Facebook page, here. You can buy the album from Presto Classical (http://bit.ly/2nOBwxk) and Amazon (http://amzn.to/2nOAuRY). We will be performing much of the music at a launch concert on Sunday 14 May at 4.30pm at St George’s Church, Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SA. Put the date in your diary! UPDATE: We are delighted to report that the CD is reviewed in the July 2017 edition of BBC Music Magazine, thus: “A superb choir marks its 50th anniversary in style with this disc of music that it has commissioned over the years. Even choral buffs will find new discoveries here, most of them exquisitely sung. ****” Email Address (will not be published) (required) Cancelled – 2020 Exon Singers Festival 54th Annual Summer Festival – 2020 BBC Radio 3 Choral Evensong, Wednesday 4th September at 3.30pm Festival 2019 Details Festival 2019 Dates! Festival 2018 details published! Appointment of Joseph Judge as Conductor and Artistic Director Joseph Judge The Secretary Of The Exon Singers, 6 Ashlake Road, London, SW16 2BB Copyright © 2009–2021 all rights reserved Site: IfLooksCouldKill >	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line781
__label__wiki	0.878732	0.878732	EXPRESS INFORMER Culture & Education Food & Cuisine EXPRESS INFORMER > Business & Finances > Indigenous communities secure $100M to clean up old and gas wells Indigenous communities secure $100M to clean up old and gas wells November 27, 2020 Express Informer Indigenous leaders have secured an allotment of funding to clean up old oil and gas wells on First Nation and Métis land in Alberta, after more than half a year of lobbying, including several meetings with the premier and energy minister. The provincial government has agreed to set aside a total of $100 million for reclamation work, which is the amount the Indian Resource Council (IRC) had originally requested in the spring. The funding comes from the federal government, which announced in the spring it would provide $1.5 billion to clean up aging oil and gas infrastructure in Western Canada. The funding was meant to stimulate the oilfield service sector while reducing the environmental risk from the old wells. Indigenous leaders were concerned none of the cash would be spent cleaning up their land, so they asked for a portion of the funds to be set aside by the provincial governments, which are in charge of dispersing the federal money. Initially, the Alberta government balked at the request, although it was open to working with Indigenous leaders. Now, Indigenous leaders are hopeful this could set a precedent for similar large funding programs. “It was really gratifying to see that this provincial government is prepared to work with the First Nation communities here in Alberta,” said Stephen Buffalo, president of the IRC, which represents more than 100 First Nations with oil and gas reserves. “It sure took some time, but we just kept giving them a reason not to say no. To me, it just made a lot of sense.” The federal money was divided between B.C. ($120 million), Alberta ($1 billion) and Saskatchewan ($400 million). The IRC was requesting that each province allocate 10 per cent of the federal money it receives to First Nations, which would represent about $150 million in total. In Alberta, $85 million will be set aside for reclamation work on First Nations land and $15 million toward Métis land. First Nations just want their fair share of the well cleanup funding and discussions will continue with the B.C. and Saskatchewan governments, says Stephen Buffalo, president of the Indian Resource Council. (Kyle Bakx/CBC) Local communities will have control over which oil and gas sites are cleaned up. “Absolutely. They’re in the best position to understand what’s on their land and which are the priority wells,” said Alberta Energy Minister Sonya Savage. Savage said the money will be dispersed during a specific phase of the program that will exclusively apply to First Nations and Métis lands. In Saskatchewan, Indigenous-owned service companies have received $1.5 million through 10 different projects, while $3.4 million in contracts have been issued for work on First Nations, according to Robin Speer, spokesperson for the energy department. “Discussions continue with First Nations and Métis communities and leaders to ensure that there is meaningful Indigenous participation in the Accelerated Site Closure Program,” said Speer, in an emailed statement. WATCH \| Stephen Buffalo on the opportunity to clean up inactive wells: The CEO of the Indian Resource Council doesn’t want First Nations to miss out on the opportunity to remediate inactive oil and gas wells. 1:22 The B.C. government could not provide comment on Thursday. Previously, officials had signalled a willingness to set aside funding specifically for First Nations. Read more at CBC.ca The ‘Great Reset’ reads like a globalist plot with some plot holes Robert Jenrick hints areas COULD be moved out of Tier 3 before Christmas amid Tory revolt Biden expected to revoke permit for Keystone XL after being sworn in Bank of Canada holds rate steady at 0.25% even as it expects economy to shrink until March These 9 Hacks Will Make You Rent Your House Faster That ’70s Show actor Danny Masterson pleads not guilty to rape charges Ex-royal staff will shed light on Meghan letter, says lawyer Neighbours get into public spat after Covid-infected mother handles the other’s Chinese meal Labour MPs slam ‘out of touch’ Lisa Nandy over ‘woke’ comments Gavin Williamson insists brutal curbs ARE ‘having an impact’ after study questioned lockdown StatsCan undertakes hiring spree ahead of ‘contact-free’ census London’s first stab victim of 2021 had made anti-knife video at college weeks before he was killed Express Informer 2019	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line782
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__label__wiki	0.808909	0.808909	Share this Story: Dragons' Den alumni Urban Cultivator takes root in Silicon Valley FP Startups Dragons' Den alumni Urban Cultivator takes root in Silicon Valley A partnership with Microsoft, the Living Produce Aisle, and a licensing arrangement for world sales has helped Urban Cultivator find its way into more homes and restaurants Mary Teresa Bitti Jul 21, 2016 • July 25, 2016 • 3 minute read Co-founders of Urban Cultivator Davin MacGregor, left, Tarren Wolfe and Myles Omand, landed a deal with dragon Arlene Dickinson in 2011. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through our links on this page. Where are they now? FP Entrepreneur sent out its Dragons’ Den writer to report back on how some of the startups that did deals on the CBC reality show in the past seasons have fared since. For the next two months, we’ll feature their stories. If Tarren Wolfe had his way, people around the world would be growing their own food indoors. Since 2011, when he appeared on Season 6 of Dragons’ Den and landed a deal with Arlene Dickinson, he’s been doing his part to make that happen. Dragons' Den alumni Urban Cultivator takes root in Silicon Valley Back to video The Surrey, B.C.-based company, Urban Cultivator, launched with partners Davin MacGregor and Myles Omand, manufactures and sells residential and commercial hydroponic growers that allow users to grow herbs, micro greens and vegetables at a fraction of the time conventional farmers need. The home version is about the size of a dishwasher, while the restaurant option compares to a refrigerator. Green and growing Why this Toronto-area organic grocery delivery business couldn’t bag a deal on Dragons’ Den Urban beekeeping takes off as plight of the honeybee wins public attention Plus, as Wolfe readily points out, micro greens or live food is nutritionally better for you. Think of the appliances as fully automated indoor gardens with watering and light cycles. “Our food delivery system doesn’t make sense. Why are we shipping food all around the world, food that’s losing nutritional value by the hour, and wasting fuel to do that, when we can grow micro greens anywhere pretty easily?” Wolfe said. Microsoft agrees: The tech giant has been working with Urban Cultivator on a few fronts. Urban Cultivators is front and centre on Microsoft campuses to produce food for its employees. (Google and Intel are also Urban Cultivator customers.) In addition, engineers from Microsoft’s Garage experimental projects program, who are passionate about feeding the hungry, are working with Urban Cultivators. “We’re developing a machine that can operate completely self-sufficiently. So it can run on the streets of India or Africa to feed the poor,” Wolfe said. He noted that the company has sold millions of dollars worth of Urban Cultivators in the past few years into the tech and Internet sector. In its first three months of operations, Urban Cultivator achieved sales of $200,000 through direct sales to buyers. Wolfe was using sales from his other business, BC Northern Lights, which makes hydroponic grow systems geared toward the medicinal marijuana market, to fund the growth of Urban Cultivator. That single sales channel quickly evolved into a much larger distribution model, with agents and distributors worldwide. Handout/Urban Cultivator Microsoft, which had already tapped into the power of micro greens, put Wolfe in touch with Compass Group, a global food services management company. Urban Cultivator also works with Sodexo, Aramark and Bunzle — distributors with expansive markets. Wolfe and Microsoft are also in discussions about developing other products in the aquaponics space. In the past 18 months, Urban Cultivator launched the Living Produce Aisle in Vancouver’s trendy Yaletown. The company features 21 commercial cultivators and consumers can walk in and see and buy the greens. “We sell flats to restaurants and live cut smoothies, live cut micro green salads,” Wolfe said. The concept has evolved into a US$250,000 licensing opportunity for anyone who wants to set up a Living Produce Aisle. One, which opened in Panama, has evolved into a key distributor for the Urban Cultivators product. Another is in the works in Argentina and five more locations are being developed, Wolfe said. “The initial goal was to create a better showroom for potential buyers of the cultivator. It’s great because it also enforces the education around why live food is better in general, and people can see it’s attainable. We developed a new consumables program that has expandable seed sheets. And we’re moving lots of cultivators out of it, too.” Having spent time going down the wrong sales channels, now Urban Cultivator has found the right distributors and the company is backlogged with orders and trying to keep up with demand. “I’m looking for partnerships and funding. Playing the inventory game and having to pay for everything up front is dangerous.” Urban Cultivator is continuing to make inroads with developers around the world, from Mongolia to Dubai’s Sustainable City to Lake Nona in the U.S. “Forward-thinking developers are using the cultivator to attract buyers,” Wolfe said. “Features help sell homes and this is new and fresh. We’ve been trying to work with developers in Canada, but no luck yet. We’ll keep pushing.”	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line787
__label__wiki	0.630984	0.630984	Sign up for the First We Feast Newsletter 10 Dishes That Made My Career: Roy Yamaguchi More from Complex Networks Pigeons and Planes We take a trip down memory lane with Yamaguchi, who introduced the world to Asian fusion cuisine at his Roy's empire. Alia Akkam Amid the eggs and produce, a brown ceramic teriyaki pot stood sentinel in Roy Yamaguchi’s refrigerator for more than 15 years. “My father would continue to dip his meat into it, but he would never wash the damn thing. He would just add more ginger, garlic, and green onions to it. It was like a sourdough starter,” reflects the Honolulu-based chef. The pioneering Yamaguchi, who first introduced Pacific Rim cuisine at his namesake restaurant in 1988, credits his father for inspiring the upscale Roy’s empire, which started in Honolulu and now spans Texas, Guam, and Japan. “When I started Roy’s I turned to the flavors I experienced as a kid, just like that teriyaki sauce,” he says. “It was what my dad made at home that gave me the fundamentals for what I wanted to achieve. I was just cooking from my heart. I always enjoyed coming up with these different concoctions that brought together Asian and French elements, and our guests enjoyed eating them. I never thought this fusion was creating a movement.” I was just cooking from my heart. I never thought this fusion was creating a movement. Blackened island ahi with sesame soy mustard and filet mignon with a shiso Béarnaise sauce are among the distinctive dishes found at Roy’s, which elegantly meld Asian flavors with French techniques. This intriguing symbiosis, now commonplace on myriad post-Yamaguchi menus, clearly traces its roots to the pioneering, James Beard Award-winning chef’s childhood. Reared on a Japanese army base—his father was a civil servant of the military—Yamaguchi spent much time visiting his grandfather on Maui and working at his tavern and grocery store. Encouraged by a home economics teacher smitten with Yamaguchi’s Thanksgiving Day dinner feast, “who said I should cook for a living because I wasn’t a studious kid,” he set out for New York and the Culinary Institute of America. That experience, coupled with his years at the “nouvelle cuisine restaurant” L’Ermitage in Beverly Hills, under the tutelage of Jean Bertranou and Michel Blanchet, gave Yamaguchi “a true understanding of French food, which changed my life. Those sauces I learned set the ground for how I cook today.” Since the late 1980s, the dining landscape has undoubtedly changed considerably, and the word fusion often sends a ripple of skepticism among diners who deem such restaurants passé. But for Yamaguchi, who recently opened the Eating House 1849 in Kaua’i, proves that blending cuisines—in this case, haute spins on Hawaiian dishes of yore, like Portuguese shrimp turnovers and whole roasted snapper—remain just as relevant today. “There’s no right or wrong, only that you understand a country’s culture and traditions and always use good products,” he says. “The most important thing is that guests see me as an individual. I just want to be myself.” Such an independent and authentic spirit has propelled a light, creative, and vibrant cuisine for nearly 30 years. From bowls of childhood ramen eaten on the sly to his own can’t-take-it-off-the-menu butterfish, here are 10 of the dishes that keep the visionary Yamaguchi enthralled. I grew up eating at a Japanese military commissary, but I didn’t want cafeteria food, so I would often wander off base and go eat things like ramen with ground meat and onions. There was something about that combination of noodles with the soup and the flavor of miso that I always craved. That’s reflected in my cooking today. At one of our restaurants we make a noodle dish that’s similar to a Kung Pao ramen. (Photo: Cara Eisenpress) Chanpuru As a kid, this Okinawan stir-fry was a go-to dish for our family. It has pork, eggs, and soy sauce, but it also uses bitter melon. Kids usually shy away from eating bitter things, but from the age of three or four it was part of my diet. It helped me become open-minded about different foods. (Photo: YouTube) A lot of the time stews are just gravy with beef and carrots. My dad made his with a tomato base and braised the meat, so there were these large chunks in broth that was more like a soup than a traditional stew. The crazy thing about it is that he would make a huge pot of stew on a Friday, and then on Saturday he would turn the meat into a beef curry with a package of spices. When I got into cooking, that taught me to be versatile. I now make my own mother sauce that leads to different dishes. (Photo: Hawaiian Style) Baby back ribs are something I ate all my life. I always want them. My father used to marinate them with vinegar, butter, garlic powder, and salt, and I know it’s what made me want to develop the wood-smoked, Szechuan-style ribs at Roy’s. (Photo courtesy Roy’s) Korean Offal My parents didn’t have that much money, so we didn’t go out to eat often when I was growing up. When we did it was for Korean BBQ that we cooked on the table ourselves. My dad loved the innards, and so as a kid I learned to eat liver and tripe. They would bring out the pig intestines and chicken and beef hearts and we would just grill them and eat it all up. (Photo: On The Road Again) Misoyaki Butterfish A long time ago, when I asked Nobu to be a guest chef at our restaurant, he made his famous black cod dish with miso marinade. After I tasted it I realized I wanted to make my own version. That’s what inspired the butterfish, a staple on our menu. This preparation, with miso and sugar, has been around for hundreds of years in Japan, so I took that recipe and made it stand out at Roy’s with a sauce of bell peppers, garlic, and ginger, served with bok choy. (Photo: Facebook/Roy’s Restaurant) I participated in an event about 12 years ago called Cuisine of the Sun. A chef from Thailand was invited and he made this curry dish I was intrigued by. He braised the pork in coconut milk, kaffir, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. I kind of do the same thing now with chicken, but afterwards I take the juices and turn it into a very strong red wine demi-glace served with lamb. (Photo: La Fuji Mama) Lobster Cassoulet at L’Ermitage I worked at L’Ermitage when Paul Bocuse, Roger Vergé, and the Troisgros brothers would come and cook for a week. I had a chance to work with these amazing chefs from France, and so one of the dishes I made that got me really interested in sauces was a lobster cassoulet with pearl onions and chanterelles. You would actually cook the lobster in its shell with shallots and garlic and then sweat it out with butter. When the lobster was cooked halfway you added sherry and cream and when it was almost done you reduced it. It was thick with flavor and then you added the sautéed mushrooms and pearl onions. There was no better source of knowledge for understanding how to cook stocks. (Photo: Foodspotting) Truite au Bleu At L’Ermitage, they kept all the rainbow trout in the fish tank, so if someone ordered truite au bleu, they would just take one directly from there. You would have to grab the fish and break its back and neck, and then poach it in a court-bouillon of vinegar and vegetables. It was deboned in the dining room. This dish showed me how important freshness is. When cooking the fish in the vinegar, your fingerprints showed up on its skin. You wouldn’t see that with one you bought ahead of time, only one right from the tank. (Photo: Picsora) Nobu’s Sashimi Nobu sizzles hot oil with sesame on kampachi or tuna, and adds garlic, ginger, and green onion, then serves it with soy sauce and yuzu. That contrast and acidity are revolutionary. Years and years ago, when he was my guest chef, he made it and I knew it was pretty cool stuff. (Photo courtesy Nobu) 10 dishes FIRST WE FEAST participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means FIRST WE FEAST gets paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. Our editorial content is not influenced by any commissions we receive. © 2021 Complex Media, Inc. 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__label__wiki	0.96592	0.96592	OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF FC Bayern Munich FC Bayern Reaction to Augsburg vs. FC Bayern Flick: We now have 39 points and are first Reaction from players and coaches after Bayern's narrow 1-0 victory over FC Augsburg on Matchday... Subbed off against Augsburg Flick on Lewandowski: We didn't want to take any risks Robert Lewandowski was substituted off during FC Bayern's 1-0 away win at FC Augsburg. Coach Hansi... UEFA fan vote Five treble winners named in UEFA Team of the Year Five of Bayern's treble winners have been voted into the 2020 UEFA Team of the Year by fans. Dreaded duo Augsburg experts Lewandowski and Müller on form Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Müller are currently the key players in Bayern's attack, and they... FC Bayern Munich First team squad Meet the players representing FC Bayern in the 2020-21 season. FC Bayern Munich Women Women's Team Women's squad Teams FC Bayern Munich All Stars The FC Bayern All Stars team was founded with the objective increasing the popularity of the FC... Narrow victory Workmanlike Reds overcome Augsburg FC Bayern beat FC Augsburg 1-0 in Wednesday evening's all-Bavarian derby. Clear goal at Augsburg 'Play even better on Wednesday' On Matchday 17 of the 2020/21 Bundesliga season, FC Bayern are away to FC Augsburg - the preview... Crucial victory Reds pushed all the way by plucky Freiburg FC Bayern beat SC Freiburg 2-1 on Sunday, extending their lead at the top of the table to four ... Trio fit again Bayern aiming to get 'back on track' against in-form Freiburg FC Bayern are at home to SC Freiburg on Matchday 16 of the 2020/21 Bundesliga season - the preview... Säbener Strasse Membership Become part of the FC Bayern family! You can become club member on January 1st or on July 1st each year. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM Club Our Values What we stand for. Audi Player Index Join A Fan Club We have the largest network of official fan clubs of any team. Find one near you! more Youth Partnership About FCB & GPS in the US FC Bayern and Global Premier Soccer (GPS) have an extensive youth partnership in North America. FC Bayern Campus New Youth Academy is officially open The FC Bayern Campus in the north of Munich was officially inaugurated on Monday Will the UCL streak continue? Bayern away to Atlético Lewy, Neuer, Leon & Tolisso missing Created on 2020-12-01 at 15:31 PM Read out For the last time this calendar year, FC Bayern are making a trip abroad! Bayern visit Atlético Madrid on Tuesday evening (follow the action on fcbayern.com from 3 pm EST with our live text commentary) for Matchday 5 of the 2020/21 Champions League group stage. Aside from those injured, head coach Hansi Flick will be without Robert Lewandowski, Manuel Neuer, Leon Goretzka and Corentin Tolisso. Nonetheless, the Reds will look to build on their incredible run in Europe. Read all the important information ahead of the match at Wanda Metropolitano right here on fcbayern.com. FC Bayern: the state of play For months FC Bayern have been causing a stir in the Champions League! Last Wednesday, the men from Munich added a 15th straight UCL win to their record run courtesy of a 3-1 success over Salzburg. With the three points that accompanied that result, Bayern booked their place in the last 16 and secured top spot in the group well ahead of schedule. In the Bundesliga, the team beat VfB Stuttgart 3-1 on Saturday. "We're not winning any prizes for beautiful football at the moment, but the team has been able to fight for 90 minutes. And all that without much time to prepare. We're satisfied with what we've achieved and are in a good position. But there are still important games ahead of us in the next two and a half weeks," said head coach Flick on Monday at the pre-match press conference. Presser, training, journeying to Madrid and more: the best images from the day before the UCL clash here: The opposition: Atlético Madrid With two group matches still to play, Atlético are second in Group A behind Bayern. Coach Diego Simeone's team have five points, one ahead of third-placed Lokomotiv Moscow. To keep their fate in their own hands, the men from Madrid will need to win against FCB. In La Liga, Atlético have been impressive this season. The team have collected 23 points from nine matches so far, winning six games in a row, and are second behind Real Sociedad (top on 24 points), who have played two games more. "Atlético are one of the best teams in the world. Simeone is one of the best coaches in the world. They are extra motivated and will give 200%," said Javi Martínez before the match in the Spanish capital. See how the hosts got on in their warm-up match in the league ahead of the UCL tie this week versus Bayern: 1-0 victory away to Valencia Atlético Madrid enjoy successful dress rehearsal Team news: "Lewandowski, Neuer, Goretzka and Tolisso are staying in Munich“, FCB coach Flick announced on Monday. Also missing from Madrid are Joshua Kimmich (post-op on a knee injury), Alphonso Davies (post-op after ligament damage), Marc Roca (suspended) and Tanguy Nianzou (not registered). Alexander Nübel will be in goal on Tuesday. "He's made a good impression and shows his quality in training. He has already done that in the DFB cup," said Flick. From the reserve side, goalkeeper Lukas Schneller, defender Bright Arrey-Mbi as well as midfielders Angelo Stiller and Maximilian Zaiser are promoted to the squad and will travel to Madrid. Atlético, meanwhile, are without their two top strikers, Luis Suárez, who's tested positive for coronavirus, and Diego Costa. Lucas Torreira, Sime Vrsaljko and Manu Sánchez are also missing. What the coaches have said: Hansi Flick: "We're looking forward to the game. They have the best defence and second best attack in La Liga. Add that to a coach who has done an outstanding job over the last few years and who always raises his team to another level. It is a great pleasure to play there." Diego Simeone (Atlético Madrid head coach): "We're playing FC Bayern, an excellent, very strong team. But we don't have much wiggle room, we have to win." The Referee: Clément Turpin Clément Turpin will be in charge of the match on Tuesday evening. The French referee was the man in the middle in December 2016 for Bayern's clash against Atlético, with the Munich team winning 1-0 at their Allianz Arena home. The record champions have good memories of the Frenchman of late: he took charge of the 7-2 win away at Tottenham Hotspur in early October 2019 and the 3-0 win at Chelsea at the end of February this year. The 38-year-old referee will be assisted by his compatriots Nicolas Danos and Cyril Gringore. François Letexier and Jérôme Brisard will act as video assistant referees. Top fact of the game A win against Salzburg on Matchday 4 saw Bayern record their 15th UCL win in a row. Will Atlético be scalp no.16? With their 15th consecutive victory in the Champions League, FC Bayern not only improved on the best-ever run in the Champions League, but also matched the record set in the Europa League, held by Atlético Madrid of all teams. Now the Munich team could better the record in a clash against the men who hold it. Find more stats and facts ahead of the game against Atléti here: 7 facts on the Champions League game away at Atletico Madrid Clear goal at Augsburg 'Play even better on Wednesday' On Matchday 17 of the 2020/21 Bundesliga season, FC Bayern are away to FC Augsburg - the preview... 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This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. UAE royal buys stake in controversial Israeli soccer club JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s Beitar Jerusalem soccer club, which has gained notoriety for its racist fans and refusal to have an Arab player on its roster, announced on Monday that a member of the Emirati ruling family has purchased a 50% stake in the team. The team said that Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, a member of the United Arab Emirates royal family, has pledged to invest 300 million shekels, or about $90 million, into the club over the next decade. The announcement, following Israel’s historic agreement to establish diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates earlier this year, upended one of Israeli soccer’s most infamous and controversial traditions. Beitar, loosely linked to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party, is one of the country’s most storied franchises, winning 13 trophies and counting Israeli presidents and prime ministers among its fans. But in recent years it has drawn attention for being the only major club never to have an Arab player. Israel’s Arab minority makes up roughly 20% of the population, and Arab players star on rival teams and the country’s national squad. Insight by Zendesk: VA, GSA and the Education Department will explore how agencies are dealing with the new customer service imperative in this free webinar. Club officials have in the past said their hands were tied by a hardcore base of fans who wield significant clout over personnel decisions. A small group of fans, known as La Familia, have been known to whoop like monkeys when an opposing team’s player from Africa would touch the ball and chant “death to Arabs” toward opposing Arab players. That could now begin to change. In a statement, team owner Moshe Hogeg said the deal, coming on the even of the Hanukkah holiday, symbolized a “new and exciting light.” “Together, we all march the club to new days of coexistence, achievements and brotherhood for the sake of our club, community and Israeli sports,” he said. Al Nahyan said he was thrilled to be a partner in a “glorious club that I have heard so much of.” “I have heard a lot about the change taking place in the club and the way things are going, and I am happy to take part in that,” he said. He also referred to Jerusalem as “the capital of Israel,” taking sides with Israel and the Trump administration in one of the most incendiary issues in in Middle East politics. The Palestinians claim east Jerusalem, captured by Israel in the 1967 Mideast war, as their capital. The international community overwhelmingly accepts this view and says the city’s fate must be resolved through negotiations, and few nations, including the UAE, have joined the U.S. in recognizing the city as Israel’s capital. Read more Sports News news. The team said that Al Nahyan’s investment would be used to invest in team infrastructure, its youth program and acquiring players. Al Nahyan’s son, Mohamed bin Hamad bin Khalifa, will sit on the team’s board of directors. The statement did not say whether the team finally plans on adding Arab players to its roster, though Hogeg has signaled that is his plan. “From the day Moshe Hogeg joined the team he said that religion is not an issue at Beitar,” the team said. Under previous ownership, the team brought in two Muslim players from Chechnya in 2013 — a decision that bitterly divided the fan base. Days later, the team’s offices were set on fire, and two members of La Familia were later charged with arson. Currently, the team has a Nigerian player named Ali Mohamed who has Muslim lineage, according to the team. It also says it has Arab players on its youth and women’s teams. As the UAE deal came to light in recent weeks, the club has come under criticism on social media from some of the more radical fans for seeking out Al Nahyan as a partner. In an apparent response to the criticism, Hogeg wrote in an Instagram post last week: “Racism is a desecration of God’s name, we will do what is good for the club, not for the media and the racists, for the club.” Since Israel and the United Arab Emirates agreed in August to establish full diplomatic relations, there has been a flurry of business activity. Want to stay up to date with the latest federal news and information from all your devices? 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__label__cc	0.548981	0.451019	Other flight sim related news FS11 - Microsoft Flight Simulator 11 Last updated Thu, 12 Sep 2019 08:33:53 GMT Originally posted on Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:15:05 GMT by Ian Stephens Well, it's been said, as written on Phil Taylor's blog that we should expect a Microsoft Flight Simulator 11 at the end of 2010, perhaps in good time for 2011 and possibly being called FS11 or Microsoft Flight Simulator 11. The official name for the next version of Flight Sim has still to be confirmed. We've collected some comments and views about the next flight simulator and posted them with this article. Update: NEW Microsoft Flight Simulator Announced for 2020 Microsoft have officially announced a new flight simulator package for PC and Xbox set for release in 2020. You can read the full details along with videos and screenshots here. As you may already know, Microsoft eventually killed off Microsoft Flight Simulator and the franchise was sold to Dovetail Games. Microsoft did have a shot at a new simulator called Flight but that fell flat on its face because it was essentially a "game" with DLC. The good news is that Dovetail Games have gone ahead and revamped Microsoft Flight Simulator X and re-released it on Steam with bugfixes and updates. You can read our review of the Steam Edition here and of course, all of the add-ons for FSX in our file library will also work with the new Steam Edition. Looking ahead, Dovetail has decided to continue development with the Steam Edition of FSX instead of creating an entirely new platform. Expect updates direct from Steam. Original Feature Suggestions for a New Flight Simulator A user writes: I really believe (and I could be very wrong) MS/Aces needs to forget about backward compatibility and redesign the whole 'engine'. I have a feeling FSX is more hamstrung by trying to keep older third party stuff usable, and by doing so, possibly continuing with outdated programming. I believe a clean slate is necessary, but can you imagine how that would be received? The following are what I want: 1) Better lighting that looks more realistic 2) Cloud Shadows 3) Slopped runways 4) Less Cartoonish Autogen and better blending of the Autogen with photo textures 5) No more object shadows when cloudy 6) Fix the Alpha Fade 7) Fix the precipitation textures 8) Fix the wind change direction effects between stations 9) Interaction with Train Simulator 10) Different water textures for lakes, rivers, etc 11) New aircraft 12) New Mission 13) Allow declaring emergencies 14) Better system mulfunction modeling 15) Allow tear and wear on aircraft 16) Use bump maping to create 3D Ice on runways 17) Smoke and particle obstruction effects 18) Lots more scenery and scenery areas 19) Bring back the photo realistic airport surrondings to the airports 20) Solid overcast. I still can't get solid overcasts 21) New missions 22) Pilot carrier ladder 23) STARS and SIDS Phil announced on his blog several months ago that work on FSvNext has already begun. Were they not planning to do so, a complete reorganization and expanding the staff (nearly double!) would make no sense whatsoever... You know, Wenting, you and I don't often agree, but here you took the words right out of my mouth... FS was damn near banned for having realistic crashes 7 years ago... I'd rather have a flight sim than no sim at all because people want to simulate crashes! My Guess is that FS11 will go to market in Fall of 2010 as a 2011 product. And I'd guess that they will call it FS11 to coincide with 2011... And for those of you that still haven't been initiated... No matter what bad-arse system you have on release day... It's not enough... FS is ALWAYS designed for the machines releases 18 to 24 months after the sim... I have worked in the IT industry for many years and my benchmark for comp. performance has always been MS Flight Simulator. My belief is that FS will continue - provided it can attract new users - or perhaps the user base is large enough now for MS to continue. With each new release of FS, it is required to update hardware to take advantage of new technologies in both h/w and s/w. And this is why MSFS "as real as it gets"...it gets better with time and that's why we stay "in the game". Don't forget... We have a huge selection (over 24,000 files) of free mods and add-ons for FSX, P3D & X-Plane in the file library. Files include aircraft, scenery, and utilities All are free-to-download and use - you don't even need to register. Browse on down to the file library here. Ian Stephens Ian Stephens is a flight simulation industry expert with over 20 years of experience and also has a keen interest in aviation and technology. Ian spends a lot of his time experimenting with various simulator packages but has a love for Microsoft Flight Simulator X because of the huge selection of add-ons available. However, Ian also has copies of Prepar3D and X-Plane installed. Ian has been writing for Fly Away Simulation for over 9 years. Should you wish, you can contact Ian via email at ian.stephens@flyawaysimulation.com. Xtreme Prototypes Releases X-15-1 v1.1 for FSX/FS2004 Microsoft Train Simulator 2 - MSTS2 coming in 2009 New Microsoft Flight Simulator MSFS (FS2020): The Ultimate Guide Running Microsoft Flight Simulator X on a Mac Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 Review The Release of Microsoft Flight Simulator X The content of the comments below are entirely the opinions of the individual posting the comment and do not always reflect the views of Fly Away Simulation. We moderate all comments manually before they are approved. c_prowseMon, 08 Aug 2011 06:05:30 GMT I've followed MS flight sim for 20+ years and love it. The problem is FSX was outdated when it was released and required system specs higher than the majority had access to. ORBX has incredible scenery for FSX and A2A Simulations has the best aircraft in the business. Microsoft will have to up their game 10 fold to be of interest to many long-time users and especially for those new to the genre. This means easy tutorials and gameplay settings for new users and a much-improved sim model for those of us expecting a true sim. Graphics and terrain mapping have long been an issue. Autogen has been used as a crutch for far too long; half the fun of flight is seeing landmarks and terrain you recognize from home or the new faraway places you wish you could go to. When you fly FSX and see blocky traffic below driving on maps that do not match the roads and the same repetitive buildings, it gets old really fast. I hope MS amazes us or I'll just keep buying add ons for FSX that make it what it should have been, to begin with. TimThu, 29 Sep 2011 18:35:16 GMT Are they going to add heat shimmer to the exhaust on the planes? That would really make it real! I hope they do. We should be able to carry passengers too. freddielaker2Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:05:39 GMT I am looking forward to the newest version, I would like a whole new outlook on the programming and contrary to the remark above about starting with a clean slate, thats all well and good but some of us, me included has spent a fortune on addons etc and would be pissed to find that it wasn't compatible. I have my favorites like everyone else and the only way of seeing if my favorite bit of vfr airspace is better than anything the MS/Aces can put together is to wait and see what I get in my new package upon installation. I was dejected when I got FSX, it was jittery there were trees on the runway and water tanks where water tanks should not go - and that has been a big bug bear for me. we dont have many of the US type in the UK but we have to put up with them (try flying around Pole Hill and the farm there - I know for a fact he hasn't got a water tank 30ft up on his farm!) So if the scenery was truer to the geographical location I would be impressed and I have to wait to see that in the meantime $40 per version (+/-) for scenery that wont be used again is as mad as a Manhattan banker and the only people who would gain would be the likes of Aerosoft who I must admit I wouldn't mind paying them again for top quality scenery - but please let me use it for as long as possible. It was bad enough to learn that some of the fs2000 aircraft couldn't be used after fs2004, why should that be a problem? because some of the historical aircraft were not re modeled for fsx and as such cant be found now so that was a loss. Its obvious that as things progress you have to let the past go I realize that and it was sad when I booted out my four year old pc to replace it with a multi core processor, 16gb of ram and 2gb of vid ram just to run FSX the way FS2004 ran... What I got out of that was hassles trying to sort out the AI on windows 7, and the ai in fs2004 decided that only the WOAI addons would show up. Eventually it sorted itself out and still some bought software wont show up if you try and run them in directx 10 mode I mean give me a break! I agree in everything that C prowse said it in his comments, I will just keep buying addons for fsx that make it what it should have been like to begin with, ever have the feeling that you have been manipulated into trying to get better from what should have been spectacular in the first place and turned out to be a damp squib that may or may not have gone Fffutt when you lit it? I must have spent close on $10,000 dollars on addons and pc's just for FS over the past 5 years, isnt it about time we got that amount of 'bling' built in? Roland BrowneMon, 05 Dec 2011 05:54:55 GMT What I would like to see in the new FS 11 is a more friendly when it comes to add on example I like Flight X. It makes things look more realistic, also I can fly any Aircraft or Airline I desire. Ps cant wait for the new FS Sim. Randy ClemonsSun, 11 Dec 2011 20:14:55 GMT Can't wait to compare the new FLIGHT to the new X-Plane. You can d/l a demo to see for yourselves. Wow! I am a long time fan of MSFS. Started back in '98 WHEN WILL FS 11 BE RELEASED? Roland BrowneMon, 09 Jan 2012 21:04:53 GMT Roland BrowneSun, 05 Feb 2012 02:50:34 GMT Do you have any ideal when the new Fs11 will be here HeathMon, 05 Mar 2012 03:01:17 GMT I would like to to be able to plan a flight plan then I can do multiple stopovers before reaching destination. E.G. Sydney to Egypt via Singapore, Tokyo, India. would be more realistic for passenger stops and refueling Roland BrowneMon, 12 Mar 2012 15:48:24 GMT Do you have any idea when the new FS11 will be released? John CrispFri, 16 Mar 2012 23:32:01 GMT Hello, I own fs 2004, is there an upgrade to bring things current? Is it necessary? It works OK on my win7 system. Thanks for input. Carlos D. Acosta M.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:13:59 GMT Is the FS11 on market already TinytacoheadTue, 17 Jul 2012 09:10:44 GMT Uhm, why is there no option for "yes, but I uninstalled it ASAP as it's the worst pile of steaming poo MS has put out in a long long time", heh. I hope there's a proper MSFS on the horizon, but fear "FS11" may have completely killed the series. :( ~Tiny Fabrice CourtoisWed, 12 Sep 2012 16:36:41 GMT The problem stems from the apparent fact that MS thinks FS is a game and that the flightsim industry thinks its a training system. Until MS realises the true nature of that beast, will they be serious about the franchise software. MS Flight was a stupid idea, given birth by greed. Trying to reep the profits that the third party developers were making, without considering the actual work that is accomplished behind these developer' products. It's funny that these tiny companies are willing to invest millions into sceneries or aircrafts but Microsoft doesn't want to. If they don't want to develop the next gen of FS, sell the franchise to a consortium of companies that are willing to bring it to a new level. A will, that seems to escape MS' management. JackWed, 14 Nov 2012 19:52:35 GMT Hello there, would like to know if you guys could incorporate some Navigation Software into the sim like the FSNavigator that was available for FS2004, that was a great NAV System and very easy to use. I've had every ver. of flight simulator since it was first created and love the program. Would be nice to have that NAV back though, Thanks. Much Respect, Jack	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line803
__label__wiki	0.568199	0.568199	Karsten Olsen ko@food.ku.dk Physicochemical characterisation of sous vide cooked squid (Loligo forbesii and Loligo vulgaris) and the relationship to selected sensory properties and hedonic response Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Plankensteiner, L., Faxholm, P. L., Olsen, Karsten, Mouritsen, Ole G. & Frøst, Michael Bom, 2021, In : International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science. 23, 11 p., 100298. Umami potential of fermented beverages: sake, wine, champagne, and beer Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2021, (Accepted/In press) In : Food Chemistry. 128971. Videnskaben bag østers med champagne Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2021, (Accepted/In press) In : Aktuel Naturvidenskab. p. 1-6 6 p. Effects of high pressure and ohmic heating on shell loosening, thermal and structural properties of shrimp (Pandalus borealis) Dang, T. T., Feyissa, A. H., Gringer, N., Jessen, F., Olsen, Karsten, Bøknæs, N. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2020, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 59, 12 p., 102246. Effect of ice maturation, freezing and heat treatment on the peelability and quality of cold water shrimps (Pandalus borealis) Gringer, N., Skytte, J. L., Dang, T. T., Orlien, Vibeke, Olsen, Karsten, Schlippè-Steffensen, K. & Jessen, F., 2020, In : LWT. 134, 7 p., 110139. Liquid chromatography quadrupole-Orbitrap mass spectrometry for the simultaneous analysis of advanced glycation end products and protein-derived cross-links in food and biological matrices Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Zhang, W., Greco, Ines, De Gobba, Cristian, Olsen, Karsten & Lund, Marianne N., 2020, In : Journal of Chromatography A. 1615, 10 p., 460767. Multiresponse Kinetic Modeling of Heat-Induced Equilibrium of β-Carotene cis-trans Isomerization in Medium-Chain Triglyceride Oil Schjoerring-Thyssen, J., Zhang, W., Olsen, Karsten, Koehler, K., Jouenne, E. & Andersen, Mogens Larsen, 2020, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 68, 3, p. 845-855 Physical State of β-Carotene at High Concentrations in a Solid Triglyceride Matrix Schjoerring-Thyssen, J., Olsen, Karsten, Koehler, K., Jouenne, E., Larsen, F. H. & Andersen, Mogens Larsen, 2020, In : European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology. 122, 2, 10 p., 1900250. Umami potential of Nordic squid (Loligo forbesii) Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Mouritsen, Ole G. & Olsen, Karsten, 2020, In : International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science. 22, 10 p., 100275. Umami synergy as the scientific principle behind taste-pairing champagne and oysters Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2020, In : Scientific Reports. 10, 12 p., 20077. Limitation of Maillard Reactions in Lactose-Reduced UHT Milk via Enzymatic Conversion of Lactose into Galactooligosaccharides during Production Zhang, W., Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Rauh, V., Ray, C. A., Olsen, Karsten & Lund, Marianne N., 2020, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 68, 11, p. 3568-3575 8 p. Proteomic and microscopic approaches in understanding mechanisms of shell-loosening of shrimp (Pandalus borealis) induced by high pressure and protease Dang, T. T., Jessen, F., Martens, Helle Juel, Gringer, N., Olsen, Karsten, Bøknæs, N. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2019, In : Food Chemistry. 289, p. 729-738 10 p. Repeated exposure to vegetable-enriched snack bars may increase children's liking for the bars - but not for the vegetables Jønsson, S. R., Angka, S., Olsen, Karsten, Tolver, Anders & Olsen, Annemarie, 2019, In : Appetite. 140, p. 1-9 9 p. Conventional and enzyme-assisted green extraction of umami free amino acids from Nordic seaweeds Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Orlien, Vibeke & Olsen, Karsten, 2019, In : Journal of Applied Phycology. 31, 6, p. 3925-3939 15 p. Stabilization of Black Rice (Oryza Sativa, L. Indica) Anthocyanins Using Plant Extracts for Copigmentation and Maltodextrin for Encapsulation Raharjo, S., Purwandari, F. A., Hastuti, P. & Olsen, Karsten, 2019, In : Journal of Food Science. 84, 7, p. 1712-1720 Morphology and Structure of Solid Lipid Nanoparticles Loaded with High Concentrations of β-Carotene Schjoerring-Thyssen, J., Olsen, Karsten, Koehler, K., Jouenne, E., Rousseau, D. & Andersen, Mogens Larsen, 2019, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 67, 44, p. 12273-12282 10 p. The role of water in the impact of high pressure on the myrosinase activity and glucosinolate content in seedlings from Brussels sprouts Wang, J., Barba, F. J., Sørensen, J. C., Frandsen, H. B., Sørensen, S., Olsen, Karsten & Orlien, Vibeke, 2019, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 58, 9 p., 102208. Formation of α-Dicarbonyls from Dairy Related Carbohydrates with and without Nα-Acetyl-l-Lysine during Incubation at 40 and 50 °C Zhang, W., Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Olsen, Karsten, Ray, C. A. & Lund, Marianne N., 2019, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 67, 22, p. 6350-6358 Inhibition of Maillard Reactions by Replacing Galactose with Galacto-Oligosaccharides in Casein Model Systems Zhang, W., Ray, C., Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Jansson, T., Olsen, Karsten & Lund, Marianne N., 2019, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 67, 3, p. 875-886 12 p. Quantitation of α-Dicarbonyls and Advanced Glycation Endproducts in Conventional and Lactose-Hydrolyzed Ultrahigh Temperature Milk during 1 Year of Storage Zhang, W., Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Rauh, V., Ray, C. A., Olsen, Karsten & Lund, Marianne N., 2019, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 67, 46, p. 12863-12874 Blækspruttebanden på Nordic Food Lab Brønnum, Louise Beck, Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Sun, Y., Faxholm, P. L., Flore, R., Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2018, Blæksprutterne kommer - spis dem!. G. Mouritsen, O. & Styrbæk, K. (eds.). 1 ed. København: Gyldendal, p. 171-193 23 p. Emerging and potential technologies for facilitating shrimp peeling: A review Dang, T. T., Gringer, N., Jessen, F., Olsen, Karsten, Bøknæs, N., Nielsen, P. L. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2018, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 45, p. 228-240 13 p. Enzyme-assisted peeling of cold water shrimps (Pandalus borealis) Dang, T. T., Gringer, N., Jessen, F., Olsen, Karsten, Bøknæs, N., Nielsen, P. L. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2018, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 47, p. 127-135 9 p. Facilitating shrimp (Pandalus borealis) peeling by power ultrasound and proteolytic enzyme Squids of the North: gastronomy and gastrophysics of Danish squid Faxholm, P. L., Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Brønnum, Louise Beck, Sun, Y., Clausen, M. P., Flore, R., Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2018, In : International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science. 14, p. 66-76 A quantitative method to measure and evaluate the peelability of shrimps (Pandalus borealis) Gringer, N., Dang, T. T., Orlien, Vibeke, Olsen, Karsten, Bøknæs, N. & Jessen, F., 2018, In : LWT. 94, p. 20-24 5 p. Control of α-Lactalbumin Aggregation by Modulation of Temperature and Concentration of Calcium and Cysteine Nielsen, L. R., Nielsen, S. B., Zhao, Z., Olsen, Karsten, Nielsen, J. H. & Lund, Marianne N., 2018, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 66, 27, p. 7110-7120 11 p. Spise blæksprutter - er du mør? Schmidt, Charlotte Vinther, Brønnum, Louise Beck, Sun, Y., Faxholm, P. L., Flore, R., Clausen, M. P., Olsen, Karsten & Mouritsen, Ole G., 2018, In : Aktuel Naturvidenskab. 3, p. 8-13 6 p. Bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities of some cereal milling by-products Smuda, S. S., Mohsen, S. M., Olsen, Karsten & Aly, M. H., 2018, In : Journal of Food Science and Technology. 55, 3, p. 1134-1142 9 p. High pressure effects on myrosinase activity and glucosinolate preservation in seedlings of Brussels sprouts Wang, J., Barba, F. J., Sorensen, J. C., Frandsen, H. B., Sørensen, S., Olsen, Karsten & Orlien, Vibeke, 2018, In : Food Chemistry. 245, p. 1212-1217 6 p. Impact of consumer associations, emotions, and appropriateness for use on food acceptability: A CATA and liking evaluation of vegetable and berry beverages Wæhrens, Sandra Stolzenbach, Grønbeck, M. S., Olsen, Karsten & Byrne, D. V., 2018, In : Journal of Sensory Studies. 33, 4, 9 p., e12328. Effect of high pressure processing and storage on the free amino acids in seedlings of Brussels sprouts Barba Orellana, F. J., Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Wang, J., Olsen, Karsten & Orlien, Vibeke, 2017, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 41, p. 188-192 5 p. A Comprehensive Approach to Assess Feathermeal as an Alternative Protein Source in Aquafeed Jasour, M. S., Wagner, L., Sundekilde, U. K., Larsen, B. K., Greco, Ines, Orlien, Vibeke, Olsen, Karsten, Rasmussen, H. T., Hjermitslev, N. H., Hammershøj, M., Dalsgaard, A. J. T. & Dalsgaard, T. K., 2017, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 65, 48, p. 10673-10684 12 p. Improved extraction methods for simultaneous recovery of umami compounds from six different mushrooms Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Orlien, Vibeke, Passamonti, P. & Olsen, Karsten, 2017, In : Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. 63, p. 171-183 13 p. Enzyme-assisted extraction enhancing the umami taste amino acids recovery from several cultivated mushrooms Poojary, Mahesha Manjunatha, Orlien, Vibeke, Passamonti, P. & Olsen, Karsten, 2017, In : Food Chemistry. 234, p. 236-244 9 p. Components of wheat flour as activator of commercial enzymes for bread improvement De Gobba, Cristian, Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2016, In : European Food Research and Technology. 242, 10, p. 1647-1654 8 p. The effect of high pressure on the functional properties of pork myofibrillar proteins Grossi, A. B., Olsen, Karsten, Bolumar Garcia, J. T., Rinnan, Åsmund, Øgendal, Lars Holm & Orlien, Vibeke, 2016, In : Food Chemistry. 196, p. 1005-1015 11 p. A green analytical method for rapid determination of pectin degree of esterification using micro sequential injection lab-on-valve system Naghshineh, M., Larsen, J., Georgiou, C. & Olsen, Karsten, 2016, In : Food Chemistry. 204, p. 513-520 8 p. High-Pressure Processing for Modification of Food Biopolymers Olsen, Karsten & Orlien, Vibeke, 2016, Innovative Food Processing Technologies: Extraction, Separation, Component Modification and Process Intensification. Knoerzer, K., Juliano, P. & Smithers, G. (eds.). 1. ed. Elsevier, p. 291-313 23 p. The impact of high pressure on glucosinolate profile and myrosinase activity in seedlings from Brussels sprouts Wang, J., Barba Orellana, F. J., Frandsen, H. B., Sørensen, S., Olsen, Karsten, Sørensen, J. C. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2016, In : Innovative Food Science and Emerging Technologies. 38, B, p. 342-348 7 p. Changes of pH in β-Lactoglobulin and β-Casein Solutions during High Pressure Treatment Olsen, Karsten, Jespersen, B. B. & Orlien, Vibeke, 2015, In : International Journal of Spectroscopy. 2015, 6 p., 935901. Bacterial reporter strains for D-xylose content analysis in arabinoxylans Lukasiak, J., Olsen, Karsten, Georgiou, C. A. & Georgakopoulos, D. G., 2014, In : European Food Research and Technology. 238, 2, p. 275-283 9 p. Chaperone-like activity of β-casein and its effect on residual in vitro activity of horseradish peroxidase Sulewska, Anna Maria, Olsen, Karsten, Sørensen, J. C. & Øgendal, Lars Holm, 2014, In : International Journal of Food Science and Technology. 49, 12, p. 2538-2545 8 p. Bioluminescence and ice-nucleation microbial biosensors for L-arabinose content analysis in arabinoxylans Lukasiak, J., Olsen, Karsten, Georgiou, C. A. & Georgakopoullos, D. G., 2013, In : European Food Research and Technology. 237, 3, p. 291-298 8 p. Sustainable production of pectin from lime peel by high hydrostatic pressure treatment Naghshineh, M., Olsen, Karsten & Georgiou, C. A., 2013, In : Food Chemistry. 136 , 2, p. 472–478 7 p. Effect of pretreatment on enzymatic hydrolysis of bovine collagen and formation of ACE-inhibitory peptides Zhang, Y., Olsen, Karsten, Grossi, A. B. & Otte, Jeanette, 2013, In : Food Chemistry. 141, 3, p. 2343-2354 12 p. Detection of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) during dry-state storage of ß-lactoglobulin/lactose Jongberg, S., Rasmussen, M., Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt & Olsen, Karsten, 2012, In : Australian Journal of Chemistry. 65, 12, p. 1620-1624 5 p. Development of an ¿-rhamnose bioluminescent microbial biosensor for analysis of food ingredients Lukasiak, J., Georgiou, C. A., Olsen, Karsten & Georgakopoulos, D. G., 2012, In : European Food Research and Technology. 235, 3, p. 573-579 7 p. Influence of high hydrostatic pressure on the enzymatic extraction of functional food ingredients: 11th international food hydrocolloids conference, United States Naghshineh, M., Olsen, Karsten & Georgiou, C. A., 2012. Effect of water activity, temperature and pH on solid state lactosylation of ß-lactoglobulin Thomsen, M. K., Olsen, Karsten, Otte, Jeanette, Sjøstrøm, Kirsten, Werner, B. B. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2012, In : International Dairy Journal. 23, 1, p. 1-8 8 p. High pressure processing of meat: possible role of myofibrillar protein interactions and cathepsin activity Grossi, A., Christensen, M., Ertbjerg, P., Olsen, Karsten & Orlien, Vibeke, 2010. Casein micelle dissociation in skim milk during high-pressure treatment: effects of pressure, pH, and temperature Orlien, Vibeke, Boserup, L. & Olsen, Karsten, 2010, In : Journal of Dairy Science. 93, 1, p. 12-18 7 p. Quenching of triplet-excited flavins by flavonoids: structural assessment of antioxidative activity Huvaere, K. A. J., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2009, In : Journal of Organic Chemistry. 74, 19, p. 7283-7293 11 p. Introducing Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy as a Novel Technique for Detecting Light Induced Lipid Oxidation in Cheese Westermann, S., Brüggemann, D. A., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2009. 1 p. Light-induced formation of free radicals in cream cheese Westermann, S., Brüggemann, D. A., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2009, In : Food Chemistry. 116, 4, p. 974-981 8 p. Spatial distribution of light-induced lipid oxidation in semi-hard yellow cheese as detected by confocal microscopy Colour formation in fermented sausages by meat-associated staphylococci with different nitrite- and nitrate-reductase activities Gøtterup, J., Olsen, Karsten, Knøchel, Susanne, Tjener, K., Stahnke, L. H. & Møller, J. K. S., 2008, In : Meat Science. 78, 4, p. 492-501 10 p. Quantification of zinc-porphyrin in dry-cured ham products by spectroscopic methods - comparison of absorption, fluorescence and X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy Laursen, K., Adamsen, C. E., Laursen, J., Olsen, Karsten & Møller, J. K. S., 2008, In : Meat Science. 78, 3, p. 336-341 6 p. Mechanism of deactivation of triplet-excited riboflavin by ascorbate, carotenoids, and tocopherols in homogeneous and heterogeneous aqueous food model systems Cardoso, D. R., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2007, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 55, 15, p. 6285-6291 7 p. Relationship between nitrate/nitrite reductase activities in meat associated staphylococci and nitrosylmyoglobin formation in a cured meat model system Gøtterup, J., Olsen, Karsten, Knøchel, Susanne, Tjener, K., Stahnke, L. H. & Møller, J. K. S., 2007, In : International Journal of Food Microbiology. 120, 3, p. 303-310 8 p. In situ measurements of pH changes in ß-lactoglobulin solutions under high hydrostatic pressure Orlien, Vibeke, Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2007, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 55, 11, p. 4422-4428 7 p. Interactions between oral burn, meat flavor and texture in chili spiced pork patties evaluated by time-intensity Reinbach, Helene Christine, Meinert, Lene, Ballabio, D., Aaslyng, M. D., Bredie, Wender, Olsen, Karsten & Møller, P., 2007, In : Food Quality and Preference. 18, 6, p. 909-919 11 p. Zn-porphyrin formation in cured meat products: Effect of added salt and nitrite Adamsen, C. E., Møller, J. K. S., Laursen, K., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2006, In : Meat Science. 72, 4, p. 672-679 8 p. Phenol and terpene quenching of singlet- and triplet-excited states of riboflavin in relation to light-struck flavor formation in beer Cardoso, D. R., Olsen, Karsten, Møller, J. K. S. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2006, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 54, 15, p. 5630-5636 7 p. Deactivation of triplet-excited riboflavin by purine derivatives: important role of uric acid in light-induced oxidation of milk sensitized by riboflavin Cardoso, D. R., Homem-de-Mello, P., Olsen, Karsten, da Silva, A. B. F., Franco, D. W. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2005, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 53, 9, p. 3679-3684 7 p. Højtryksbehandling af mælkeproteiner Knudsen, J. C., Orlien, Vibeke, Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2005, In : Maelkeritidende. 118, 24, p. 628-632 5 p. Heat and light stability of three natural blue colorants for use in confectionery and beverages Kurtmann, L., Strømdahl, L. D., Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2005, In : European Food Research Technology. 220, 3-4, p. 261-266 6 p. Kinetics and mechanism of lactosylation of a-lactalbumin Lund, Marianne N., Olsen, Karsten, Sørensen, J. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2005, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 53, 6, p. 2095-2102 8 p. Reactivity of bovine whey proteins peptides, and amino acids toward triplet riboflavin as studied by laser flash photolysis Cardoso, D. R., Franco, D. W., Olsen, Karsten, Andersen, Mogens Larsen & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2004, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 52, 21, p. 6602 6 p. Riboflavin-sensitized photooxidation of isohumulones and derivatives Huvaere, K., Olsen, Karsten, Andersen, Mogens Larsen, Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, Heyerick, A. & De Keukeleire, D., 2004, In : The Royal Society of Chemistry and Owner Societies. 3, 3, p. 337-340 4 p. Comparison of the effect of high pressure and heat on the activity of bovine xanthine oxidase Olsen, Karsten, Kristensen, D., Rasmussen, J. T. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2004, In : Milchwissenschaft. (7/8), 7-8, p. 411-413 3 p. A common oxidative degradation pathway for iso-a-acids and hydrogenated iso-a-acid in beer: evidence from electrolysis and radical trapping followed by electron spin resonance analysis Huvaere, K., Andersen, Mogens Larsen, Olsen, Karsten, Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt & De Keukeleire, D., 2003, Ikke angivet. <Forlag uden navn>, 12 p. Radicaloid-Type Oxidative Decomposition Of Beer Bittering Agents Revealed Huvaere, K., Andersen, M. L., Olsen, Karsten, Skibsted, L., Heyerick, A. & De Keukeleire, D., 2003, In : Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim. 9, 9, p. 4693-4699 7 p. Knudsen, J., Olsen, Karsten, Qvist, K. B. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2003, In : Maelkeritidende. 10, p. 244-246 3 p. Effect of high hydrostatic pressure on the steady-state kinetics of tryptic hydrolysis of beta-lactoglobulin Olsen, Karsten, Kristiansen, K. R. & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2003, In : Food Chemistry. 80, 2, p. 255-260 5 p. Effect of high hydrostatic pressure on the conformation of beta-lactoglobulin A as assessed by proteolytic peptide profiling Knudsen, J. C., Otte, Jeanette, Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2002, In : International Dairy Journal. 12, 10, p. 791-803 13 p. Højtryksbehandling som mejeriteknologisk proces: effekt af høje hydrostatiske tryk på valleproteiner Olsen, Karsten & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2000, In : Maelkeritidende. 6, p. 174-177 4 p. Steady-state kinetics and thermodynamics of the hydrolysis of beta-lactoglobulin by trypsin Olsen, Karsten, Otte, Jeanette & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 2000, In : Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 48, 8, p. 3086-3089 4 p. Effect of high pressure on aggregation and thermal gelation of beta-lactoglobolin Olsen, Karsten, Ipsen, Richard, Otte, Jeanette & Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt, 1999, In : Milchwissenschaft. 54, 10, p. 543-546 4 p. Effekt af høje hydrostatiske tryk på beta-lactoglobulins hydrolyse under steady-state betingelser Olsen, Karsten, Skibsted, Leif Horsfelt & Stapelfeldt, H., 1997, Ikke angivet. Levnedsmiddelcentret, p. 147 1 p.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line805
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Fabrice Coffrini/AFP/Getty Images With a rejigged NAFTA passed by Congress and a mini trade deal with China in the books, the Trump administration is now planning to turn its trade bazooka on a familiar target: Europe. Indeed, U.S. President Donald Trump already kicked off the latest chapter at the World Economic Forum this week in Davos, Switzerland, where he followed a “friendly” chat with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen by again threatening to levy huge tariffs on European cars if the two sides can’t reach a trade agreement soon. That was followed by further threats by U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to use the auto tariffs to punish European countries that tax American digital firms, further clouding the prospects for trade peace just days after France tendered an olive branch in the contentious fight over global tax rules. Trump’s discordant performance in Davos, where he took his “America First” economic message to the very epicenter of the internationalist set, highlights the difficulties Europe will face this year in taming Trump’s unilateralist and protectionist instincts. While Europeans were quietly celebrating what seemed to them the rebirth of a multilateral approach to trade disputes—a little-noticed agreement this month with the United States and Japan to tackle industrial subsidies—Trump again railed against an international trade order he thinks is stacked against him and that he is steadily dismantling. On Wednesday, Trump declared that the United States is a “developing nation,” in need of the same preferential treatment under World Trade Organization rules as China and India, and called for a massive reform of the quarter-century-old trading organization. And he again took aim at Europe’s alleged trade abuses, describing the European Union as a worse offender than China. After three years of steady, but still limited U.S. trade attacks on Europe—tariffs on steel and a host of other products, and a long-simmering fight over Europe’s support for Airbus—the EU is bracing this year to receive the full brunt of Trump’s trade anger. “The European Union tried to gain some time, and had Washington focused on Beijing, but now we are on the menu ahead of the presidential election,” said Elvire Fabry, a trade expert at the Institut Jacques Delors in Paris. “Trump will expect to have some new scalps to show from the European side.” Trump may be emboldened by his relative success in browbeating Canada and Mexico to renegotiate parts of the North American Free Trade Agreement, and by his use of tariffs to force China to repeat some promises of reform and promise to buy more U.S. goods. But there are several important differences between Trump’s previous trade fights and the looming showdown with Europe—above and beyond the fact that the EU for decades has been a U.S. ally, not a rising strategic competitor like China. First, China’s longtime, egregious abuse of economic levers including state-owned firms, industrial subsidies, theft of intellectual property, and forced technology transfer was never much in doubt and in fact generated bipartisan agreement in Washington on the need to confront Beijing. Even at the height of Trump’s trade war with China, for example, Democratic presidential candidates vied among themselves to see who could be tougher on China; few turned a blind eye to the country’s well-documented abuses. That’s not the case with Europe, where Trump’s invocation of a specious national security excuse to slap the EU with tariffs on steel and aluminum in 2018 met with protest among all mainstream economists and from both sides of the political aisle. While it’s true that some European trade policies have long rankled successive U.S. administrations—including state support for the aerospace giant Airbus and a doggedly closed agricultural market and some remaining tariff barriers—Europe, despite the administration’s reiterated protestations, has never been a worse trade offender than China. (And those trade irritants work both ways: Boeing, too, enjoys state support, and Europeans are uncomfortable with U.S. efforts to force the rest of the world to swallow genetically modified foods and a hands-off approach to regulation.) Those fundamental differences determine the tools that the United States can use in its trade fights with Europe. While the trade war with China was predicated on a so-called Section 301 investigation, which highlighted real and systemic problems in the Chinese economy, Trump’s war with Europe is predicated on fabricated national security grounds that likely have little standing under international trade law. (U.S. measures are still awaiting their day in trade court.) Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs, and, more importantly, his threat to slap all auto imports with tariffs, are all based on the argument that buying steel pipes or sports cars from NATO allies represents a grave security threat to the United States. Of course, in the case of auto imports, it’s impossible to know what the Trump administration actually determined in the course of a so-called Section 232 investigation. The Commerce Department has refused to share the findings with Congress or the public, even though it is mandated to do so by law; the Justice Department, meanwhile, is so scared the findings could be made public it has kept them classified. Additionally, the lack of U.S. action on auto tariffs in the months after the conclusion of the investigation means the window has closed and that the measures cannot now be implemented, at least legally. One potential problem for the Trump administration’s showdown with Europe is that while tariffs seemed to work to get China to make some concessions, it was a viable approach because the duties did only moderate harm to most sectors of the U.S. economy, mainly small businesses (and farmers caught in the crossfire), while consumers emerged largely unscathed. Putting 25 percent tariffs on imports of European autos and auto parts, on the other hand, would cause immense and immediate pain for U.S. manufacturers and consumers, destroying hundreds of thousands of jobs and raising the cost of new cars by thousands of dollars. That’s why many in Europe figure Trump has just one real arrow in his quiver, and it’s unlikely he’ll use it, as it would hurt the United States as much or more than Europe. “Trump’s main weapon are the auto tariffs,” Fabry said. But the auto tariffs would have such an immediate spillover effect on important sectors like autoworkers that, seen from Europe, they aren’t as credible a threat as Trump’s tariffs on China. “The impact would be so huge on everybody, I don’t think that Trump can manage that cost ahead of the election.” That’s why, despite the theatrics this week in Davos and the ever-present threat of new Trump tariffs, there is some optimism in Europe about reaching a trade accommodation with the United States. The new EU trade commissioner, Phil Hogan, struck a conciliatory tone in his visit to Washington last week. On Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron agreed to pause the new French digital tax while both sides look for a solution—avoiding another round of painful U.S. tariffs. And von der Leyen on Wednesday again suggested that the framework for a limited trade agreement, focused on industrial tariffs and energy trade, could be wrapped up in a matter of weeks. “If we want to move on industrial tariffs, we can go quickly—that was the most advanced chapter” of the now-moribund Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, an Obama administration-era free-trade deal with the European Union, Fabry said. Coupled with some rhetorical concessions from Hogan on agricultural regulation, “the signal from Brussels is that it is ready for negotiations,” she said. That doesn’t mean an end to trade tensions with the United States. Beyond Trump’s need for some sort of victory ahead of this fall’s elections, the newly inked China deal still has to play out. If Trump sees that he needs international cooperation to goad China into making more substantive reforms, that could open the door to more cooperation with Europe, like the recent three-way accord on industrial subsidies. But if Trump pockets the Chinese promises of commodity purchases and limited reforms while turning his sights toward a new bogeyman, it could spell a turbulent year. “There will definitely still be tensions on the trans-Atlantic side,” Fabry said. “We don’t expect a very smooth process in the spring.” Keith Johnson is a senior staff writer at Foreign Policy. Twitter: @KFJ_FP Tags: Economics, European Union, France, Trade Trending Now Sponsored Links by Taboola By Taboola More from Foreign Policy 5 Takeaways From Trump’s New China Trade Pact The agreement may help him get reelected, but it’s only a truce, not a free trade deal. 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__label__cc	0.653198	0.346802	Post a press-release Visibility packages Subscribe email updates For Immediate Release \| Official News Wire for the Travel Industry Where press releases are breaking news Myth-Mania: Stories of men, heroes and indigenous world at MarTa April 22, 2019 by Forimmediaterelease The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto (MarTa) celebrated the return of important finds back home. Myth-Mania, rediscovered stories of men and heroes, speaks of objects taken from necropolises by grave robbers, and illegally smuggled out of the country. Fourteen precious finds – Apulian red-figure vases, now displayed at the MarTa, have been returned to Italy by the Paul Getty Museum in Malibu, the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and the Metropolitan in New York, thanks to the investigative work of the Command of the Carabinieri for the Protection of Cultural Heritage, and diplomatic negotiations of the MiBAC in synergy with the State Attorney and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The vases were produced on the turn of the fourth century BC in ancient Apulia, destined to satisfy the claims of refinement of the natives, who populated the lands around the Greek cities of southern Italy. The volute krater- a vase originally intended for the symposium – at a time when men, according to the Greek fashion, at the end of the banquet mixed wine with water, honey and spices in this container and then poured it into the cups – it was used later for grave goods and testified to the wealth and sophistication of the burial owner. Even the subjects that decorate the sides of the vases are funerary subjects. At the center of one of the two sides there are often stelae or small temples with statues, which reproduce the funerary monuments most in use at the time in Apulia. The images painted on the vases can go back to telling stories of men and heroes who use the language of myth not for a simple “mania”, as the title of the exhibition provocatively suggests, but as a tool for sharing values and building identities among Greeks. The director of MarTa highlighted the work she carried out for two years for the restoration of the vessels, following their finding in the MarTa’s museum storage shortly after taking office in 2016: “Our museum is a great tourist attraction, explains the director. It boasts an annual turnout of 80,000 visitors including Russians, English, Americans and Chinese. Thanks to European funds (2.5 million euros), we are working at the Marta 3.0 project, which concerns the digitalization of the cataloging of over 40 thousand open data and open source exhibits, which means making an archaeological and artistic heritage available to all among the largest and most valuable in the world. A FabLab is also being set up to allow the most representative works to be reproduced in 3D prints, thus activating valuable merchandising that will be supported by our internal boutique”. Next to the exhibition of vases is the entire museum structure which on three floors houses exhibits of rare beauty: one above all the athlete’s sarcophagus. A tourism promotion project. The image of Taranto, always identified as an industrial and military (Navy) city, was destroyed following the environmental disasters caused by the Ilva industry. For the last two years, the city has been experiencing a period of rebirth, explains the director Eva Degl’Innocenti, and in the absence of a tourism plan, the need to involve local authorities and private entrepreneurship to create a system for tourist reception with the revival of itineraries of Magna Graecia, involving Paestum, Naples and Reggio Calabria has become apparent. The MarTa, is one of the richest archaeological museums in Italy, especially with regard to finds from the Greek-Roman period, including the famous collection of gold and silver found in the province of the famous city of Magna Grecia (Taranto) between the IV and the 1st century BC. Having remained dormant for many years, the MarTa has implemented a revival by hosting highly successful exhibitions. Today museum is a great tourist attraction and boasts an annual turnout of 80,000 visitors including Russians, English, Americans and Chinese. 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Exciting recent updates have already resulted in massive improvements to its scheduled service and membership growth. A recent lawsuit against Encompass Aviation, its former flight operating partner, has been settled. Under the terms of the settlement, Surf Air has regained full access to its entire fleet of branded Pilatus PC-12s, an unfortunate consequence of negotiations that caused severe disruptions to the company. “By doubling down on our most popular routes and eliminating non-core flying we have proven route profitability and that the fundamental business model works. Our plan for 2019 is to continue to invest further into these core markets and expand access to Surf Air through new, more flexible membership product offerings,” says Surf Air Chairman & CEO Sudhin Shahani. Recent Club Updates: A Robust Core Schedule Surf Air has rebuilt a core schedule and added more flights across its most important routes: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Lake Tahoe. The company will continue to add flights as it continues to acquire more members. The company will also add back leisure weekend destinations as it makes sense (Las Vegas, Napa, Monterey, and Palm Springs). Best-in-Class Reliability With the help of Advanced Air, the company’s current third-party flight operator and long-time partner, they’ve restored operational reliability to its former best-in-industry levels of over 90% completion factor. “Advanced Air has been a critical partner during this transitional period. With their proven professional and safety record, they’re the perfect, value-aligned partner to continue to scale our business,” says Sudhin Shahani. Flexible, Per-Seat Membership Perhaps Surf Air’s most promising opportunities for scaling membership growth is the new Express membership, allowing flyers to buy and fly on a per-seat basis. Meaning, for the first time, less frequent flyers can enjoy the time-savings benefits of zero hassle air travel. Filed Under: Press Release Tagged With: American Travel News, and, Angeles, aviation, Aviation News, aviation-website, based, benefits, best, Breaking Travel News, Business, business model, buy, California, CEO, Chairman, class, club, come, company, Completion, continue, continues, core markets, Corporate News, critical, current, Destinations, disruptions, down, Encompass Aviation, end, expand, express, factor, first, fleet, flight, flights, fly by, flyers, Flying, Francisco, free, frequent flyers, full, Growth, hassle, help, important, improvements, in, Industry, invest, IT, las, Las Vegas, lawsuit, Leisure, less, Los Angeles, markets, massive, meaning, members, membership, model, Monterey, more flights, most, most popular, negotiations, New, News articles, Non, offerings, Operating, operational, operator, opportunities, over, Palm Springs, partner, party, PC, period, Pilatus, plan, popular, product, professional, profitability, recent, record, reliability, resulted, route, routes, s, Safety, San Francisco, Santa, Santa Barbara, savings, says, scale, schedule, scheduled, seat, service, settled, settlement, severe, springs, Sudhin Shahani, surf, Surf Air, terms, through, time, to, tourism, Transportation News, Travel, Travelwire News, turbulent year, updates, value, Vegas, We, weekend, weekend destinations, works, year, ZERO India’s Jet Airways halts all international and domestic operations One of India’s major airlines, Jet Airways, has announced it is temporarily halting flight operations on Wednesday after the carrier failed to secure the “critical interim funding” necessary for the company to remain afloat. Jet Airways will operate the last flight on Wednesday as it cancels all its international and domestic flights, the airline said in a statement. It explained that it cannot afford to pay for fuel or other critical services to keep the operations going, as all its months-long attempts to seek both interim and long-term funding were in vain. “Unfortunately, despite its very best efforts, the airline has been left with no other choice today but to go ahead with a temporary suspension of flight operations,” the statement reads. Earlier this month, the airline’s fleet was significantly reduced to just five aircraft and it was forced to suspend international operations. On Wednesday, the Jet Airways website listed only 37 domestic flights and had an additional nine-page list of canceled flights, saying that the schedule was impacted by “operational reasons.” The troubled company failed to receive a stop-gap loan of about $217 million from its lenders as part of a rescue deal agreed in late March, Reuters earlier reported. “Bankers did not want to go for a piecemeal approach which would keep the carrier flying for a few days and then again risk having Jet come back for more interim funding,” an unnamed bank source in the negotiations on the debt resolution process told the agency. The uncertainty over the crucial funding crashed Jet Airways stock on Tuesday, with shares plunging around 20 percent. Employees have been hit hardest by the crisis in the company and have reportedly not been paid in months. The pilots even called on the State Bank of India (SBI) to release the necessary funds and appealed to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to save 20,000 jobs which may be lost in the shutdown. Filed Under: Press Release Tagged With: and, announced, Aviation News, aviation-website, bank, bankers, best, Breaking Travel News, canceled, canceled flights, carrier, choice, come, company, Corporate News, crashed, Crisis, critical, Days, deal, debt, domestic, domestic flights, domestic operations, earlier, efforts, employees, even, explained, Feature, fleet, flight, flight operations, flights, Flying, forced, fuel, funding, funds, GAP, GO!, halts, hit, in, India, India Travel News, Indias, interim, International, international and domestic flights, International Travel News, IT, jet, Jet Airways, Jobs, just, keep, last, late, lenders, list, Loan, lost, major, major airlines, march, May, million, minister, month, months, negotiations, News articles, only, operate, operational, operations, over, page, paid, pay, percent, pilots, Prime, Prime Minister, receive, release, reported, rescue, resolution, Reuters, Risk, s, said, save, saying, schedule, secure, seek, services, shares, shutdown, significantly, Source, State, statement, stock, stop, suspend, suspension, temporary, term, The Jet, to, today, told, tourism, Transportation News, Travel Destination News, Travelwire News, uncertainty, website, were, World News Wings Travel Management Appoints Chief Operating Officer: Asia Pacific based in Singapore Wings Travel Management , a leading global travel management company providing business travel services to clients in the finance, construction, security, energy and marine sectors, has appointed Sonja Hamman to the newly-created role of Chief Operating Officer – Asia Pacific, based at the company’s office in Singapore. The move reflects the importance of the region and its potential for growth, since Wings established an operation in Singapore in early 2018 after acquiring Olympia Travels & Tours. Sonja Hamman first joined Wings in 2001, and her impressive 18-year career with the global travel management company has spanned diverse operational, senior management and project-led roles in the UK, South Africa, Brazil, Nigeria and Angola. Most recently, she has held the London-based position of Director of Global Strategic Partners & Yield Management during which time she has been instrumental in expanding Wings global supplier relations portfolio, focussing on supplier negotiations, NDC solutions and content.. Prior to this role, Hamman was Director of Global Projects, managing major initiatives such as the launching the Wings’ wholly-owned operation in Lagos, Nigeria; the acquisition and integration of Michelle’s Travel in South Africa; and establishment of Wings’ IATA and ticketing functionality in Angola – a non BSP region. Her robust understanding and experience of Wings’ business has also been honed by setting up the company’s UK operation in 2002 in the role of Director – Operations – UK & Europe. This was Wings’ first office outside South Africa, where the company was founded in 1992. Hamman grew the UK business from the ground up, to a total of three offices. From here she moved to become Director – Oil & Gas Division with the remit to grow and expand Wings’ global energy business. While in this role, she also worked closely with the company’s Learning and Development team to establish the Energy Academy , a unique in-house educational programme giving Wings’ travel consultants an in-depth understanding of how the oil and gas sector operates, in order to service their clients more insightfully. “I am delighted that Sonja has taken up this strategic role – her extensive experience in opening and operating new regions coupled with her Wings DNA, places her as the perfect candidate to consolidate our operations in Singapore, and build a platform to grow our business in the Asia-Pacific region,” said Tony Sofianos, CEO, Wings Travel Management “Wings is strategically and uniquely positioned to service existing global customers, but also capitalise on the growth opportunities across the corporate, energy and marine sectors thanks to our unique value proposition and wholly owned global operations” added Sofianos Sonja Hamman stated: “I am very pleased to be joining Wings’ Asia-Pacific region as it’s such an exciting market with many opportunities. As well as ensuring the Wings brand becomes a recognised market leader in Singapore, I also look forward to driving the development and execution of our growth strategy for Asia-Pacific.” About Wings Travel Management: Wings is an award-winning global travel management company which has carved a niche in the market as a trusted travel provider for clients in the finance, construction, security, energy and marine sectors where travel is an integral part of their business model. Founded in 1992, Wings’ global reach spans North America, South America, UK/Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, where the company has wholly owned and managed regional offices. Wings Travel Management employs over 400 people around the world and has a global turnover of around US$325M. Wings is known for its unique expertise in navigating complex and challenging business travel, as well as generating cost savings without compromising on traveller safety. The company’s advanced, customizable technology solutions are all seamlessly accessible over a standardized global platform. www.wings.travel Filed Under: Press Release Tagged With: amp, and, Angola, appointed, appoints, around the world, Asia, Asia Pacific, Asia Pacific region, award, award-winning, based, brand, Brazil, Breaking Travel News, BSP, build, Business, business model, Business Travel, Career, CEO, chief, chief operating officer, clients, company, complex, consolidate, construction, Content, corporate, Corporate News, cost, cost savings, created, customers, development, director, Division, DNA, driving, early, East, Educational, energy, ensuring, establish, established, establishment, Europe, execution, existing, expand, expanding, experience, expertise, extensive, Finance, first, For immediate Release, Forward, Gas, giving, Global, global operations, global travel, global travel management, ground, grow, Growth, held, house, IATA, importance, impressive, in, initiatives, integration, IT, joined, joining, known, Lagos, launching, leader, leading, learning, LED, London, major, management, Managing, marine, Market, Michelle, Middle, Middle East, model, most, move, moved, NDC, negotiations, New, newly, Niche, Nigeria, Non, North, North America, office, officer, offices, Oil, Olympia, opening, Operating, operation, operational, operations, opportunities, order, outside, over, Pacific, partners, People, People in Travel, places, platform, portfolio, position, potential, Programme, project, projects, region, regional, regions, relations, role, roles, s, Safety, said, savings, sector, sectors, Security, senior, service, services, setting, Singapore, Singapore travel news, solutions, South, South Africa, South America, stated, strategic, strategy, supplier, team, Technology, The Region, The World, ticketing, time, to, TO BE, total, Tourism Investment News, Tours, Travel, travel consultants, travel management, travel services, Traveller, travels, Travelwire News, UK, unique, up, US, value, Wings, Wings global, worked, World, year, yield management FBI involved in US tourist kidnapping in Uganda April 7, 2019 by Forimmediaterelease An American tourist and her Ugandan driver were kidnapped at gunpoint in Uganda’s most known National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park on Tuesday. “We will leave no stone unturned until the situation is corrected”, are the words of Uganda Tourism Minister Godfrey Kiwanda standing on the point the tourist was kidnapped close to the border to the Democratic Republic of Congo. An elite army unit is searching the area, the border to Congo is closed and the FBI is actively part of the negotiations with the kidnappers demanding US$ 500,000.00 In the meantime, the investigation is at a critical stage 5 days into the obduction. 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We regret to announce that WOW air has ceased operation, and all flights have been cancelled. Further information can be found at WOW Air. Following the news that WOW Air has ceased operations after failed negotiations to save it, leaving thousands of passengers stranded, Ralph Hollister, Associate Travel & Tourism Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The closures of smaller sized airlines such as WOW Air come as little surprise. Even major airlines such as Ryanair with significantly higher profit margins are suffering with the issues at the root of these closures – high fuel prices and overcapacity. “With finances having already been in decline for a number of months, WOW had to reduce its fleet from 24 to 11, along with reducing the number of destinations available to customers. “Overcapacity is a factor which can be managed unlike fuel costs, but timeliness is critical and WOW acted too late. “Smaller airlines need to be more sensitive to changes in the market. Being one step ahead in terms of potential future decreases in demand for specific routes will enable airlines to decrease flight frequency proactively. “This will decrease the amount of empty seats and most importantly, keep them afloat in a highly competitive industry.” Filed Under: Press Release Tagged With: amp, Analyst, and, announce, Associate Travel, Aviation News, aviation-website, Breaking Travel News, canceled, cancelled, ceased, changes, closures, come, company, competitive, costs, critical, customers, Data, decline, decrease, demand, Destinations, down, Email, empty, empty seats, even, factor, Feature, finances, fleet, flight, flight frequency, flights, following, found, frequency, fuel, fuel costs, fuel prices, future, high, higher, Iceland travel news, in, Industry, information, issues, IT, keep, late, leading, leaving, major airlines, Market, months, most, nbsp, need, negotiations, News, News articles, number, offers, operation, operations, overcapacity, passengers, passengers stranded, potential, prices, profit, Ralph Hollister, received, reduce, routes, Ryanair, save, seats, shut, shut-down, significantly, smaller, stranded, suffering, terms, thousands, to, TO BE, tourism, Travel, Travel Disaster & Emergency News, Travelwire News, US, view, We, were, WOW, wow air Five challenges confronting Meetings Industry in 2019 Tight meeting budgets, time pressures, organizational issues, a lack of creativity from hotels, increasingly complex and costly mandates in catering, a need for more dynamic and enriching experiences and resistance to change – these are among the major challenges confronting the meetings industry in 2019.Teneo Hospitality Group surveyed 150 meeting planners and hoteliers on the challenges they faced in effectively competing in today’s changing and complicated marketplace. Interestingly, some of the challenges planners faced are internal, within their own organizations. All identified limited meetings budgets, lack of time and somewhat inflexible corporate cultures that gave rise to additional problems such as a lack of innovation and poor cost control. “‘Many of these challenges – and their solutions – are interdependent,” says Teneo President Mike Schugt. He notes that meeting professionals are saying that they have concerns within their organization and corporate cultures which contribute to resistance to change, resulting in budgets that are impacted negatively. Planners are also saying that these challenges, coupled with the many demands on time, inhibit creative strategies that could otherwise help solve the obstacles pointed out in Teneo’s most recent survey. “Teneo and its hotel and DMC members have a unique opportunity to step up and help solve the challenges of our planner partners,” says Mike Schugt. “We can introduce creative, time-saving offerings that can also meet their bottom line. By understanding the needs that go beyond rates, dates and space, hotels can provide innovative, solutions to the challenges planners face behind the scenes.” Challenge #1 Budgets. Inadequate budgets headed the challenge lists for all survey participants. Planners cited rising costs, especially concerning food and beverage, with no comparable increase in budgets. The complexities of gaining budget increases from various corporate departments impact every aspect of the meeting process from training staff to negotiating contracts. Despite a strong economy, some planners reported budget cuts. Respondents noted that the inability to obtain adequate funding reflected a lack of understanding of the profound changes in the meetings industry that demanded more, not less, investment. Needs of attendees are very different today, especially among Millennials and Generation Z who require a high degree of technical services, greater engagement and entertaining activities – needs that are difficult to meet on a tight budget. Yet management and attendees had extremely high expectations. Suggested Solution: The fundamental way planners can achieve their budget is to be transparent and in open communication with a property. Though the tendency may be to play one’s cards close to the vest, transparency from the beginning of negotiations is key to effective planning and keeping costs in check. While many planners feel they must keep back some of their budgetary concerns until further on in the planning process, an honest and comprehensive view of the meetings objectives and resources will enable hoteliers to present a realistic budget. Challenge #2 Lack of Time. Time pressures impact every business and organization, but some concerns have particular ramifications for the meetings industry. Virtually all respondents cited a lack of time and identified challenges that could have far-reaching consequences. With sweeping advances in technology impacting the industry, hoteliers and planners noted that they often lacked the time to keep up with technical developments. This problem was amplified when attendees were ahead of the planners and hotels in their own use of technology. Training a new generation of meeting planners and hotel staff is key to the industry’s progress. But few had time to develop effective programs, tailored to meet the different viewpoints and technical skills of a new generation. Most significantly, respondents worried that the overwhelming details of day-to-day work left little time for long-term, strategic planning. And the top time waster? Too many unnecessary e-mails. Suggested Solution: Hotels are often inundated with leads and may not always be able to reply in 24 hours. Planners are encouraged to indicate their timeline for response up front so hotels and resorts can offer a higher quality of response. For planners, they can then gather their lead responses all at one time and be assured that the quality of response is going to be higher if a little more time is allocated to the properties of interest. Planners that source more than 6 or 7 hotels per lead and in multiple cities will tend to be taken less seriously by a hotel. So planners can save time and drive up quality of response by reducing the number of hotel sources they contact. If planners can share flexibility with dates early in the process, they will save time and the hotels can provide multiple options, which will likely have differences in pricing leading to greater value with the budget. Giving the hotel as much information as possible saves everyone time and can save on the budget. Challenge #3 Keeping Up with Technology. In a technological environment that is moving at lightning speed, staying current and knowledgeable of technology’s impact on meeting productivity can be daunting. Realizing that millennial attendees may be way ahead in their technical knowledge, technology applications and expectations can be intimidating. Even leadership within select organizations don’t always seem to grasp how technology is revolutionizing the meetings experience today. Suggested Solution: Staying current and out front with technological progress is critical to the successful outcome of every meeting, conference or social gathering. Yes, some long-term practices are still prized such as white boards and LCD players. But engaging with attendee devices puts the meeting’s learning literally in the hands of conferees in a way that resonates within a generation who grew up on texting, social media posts, interactive apps and more. These are the tools they use for their everyday living, and should be the tools they can expect to use within meetings important to their and their employer’s success. Challenge #4 Lack of Creativity. Big brand hotels’ corporate bureaucracy partially accounts for planners’ demand for greater creativity in the meeting process, and a far more flexible business environment. Larger hotel brands often have corporate policies that may place limits on pushing the boundaries of creating the ultimate meeting experiences for planners. But the need for innovation and original events, imaginative use of technology, effective teambuilding exercises, new experiences in even the most tried and true destinations, and diverse, sustainable and healthy food cannot be ignored. Suggested Solution: Partner with a hotel or resort that creatively works with planners and groups to construct a meeting itinerary customized to a specific group and set of meeting objectives. Independent and small brand properties, by the very nature of their independence, have proven to be expert in creatively discovering and helping plan for achieving meeting goals of professional planners and groups, doing so with out-of-the-box thinking, highly unique group initiatives, and far from run-of-the-mill teambuilding programming. Private destination management companies can also be an important resource, and Teneo suggests partnering with them to help make a city or destination come alive for meeting guests by maximizing local resources and attractions in a way that is meaningful to the group. Challenge #5 Increasing Complexity and Rising Costs of Food & Beverage. As the population becomes more diverse, food preferences and dietary requirements have become more complicated. Growing awareness of wellness and sustainability issues add to a mix that could become more problematic and costlier. Paleo, keto, pescatarian, vegan and religious dietary requests are among the newest trends in conference dining in 2019. Respondents also called for better management of food ordering to keep costs down and eliminate waste. Suggested Solution: This is an area where independent and small-brand hotels can get ultra-creative for the planner as they are in a more entrepreneurial and creative mode, less restricted by big-brand requirements and constraints. They can typically offer a more creative product with reduced costs. By working with chefs and banquet managers from these properties at the beginning of the planning process and being candid about budget constraints, it’s possible to obtain serious savings on food and beverage while achieving maximum creativity. 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United Announces 2020 Financial Results: 2021 Will Focus On Transition To Recovery; Expects To Exceed 2019 Adjusted EBITDA Margin By 2023* American Airlines Extends Travel Waiver Through March 31 TAT updates East Asian markets on Thailand’s New Normal tourism WHO promotes healthy food in public facilities during COVID-19 TAT keeps Thailand top-of-mind in long-haul markets Adam Stewart named Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line813
__label__wiki	0.827236	0.827236	China has successfully put another probe on the Moon. Its robotic Chang’e-5 mission touched down a short while ago with the aim of collecting samples of rock and dust to bring back to Earth. The venture has targeted Mons Rümker, a high volcanic complex in a nearside region known as Oceanus Procellarum. The lander is expected to spend the next couple of days examining its surroundings and gathering up surface materials. It has a number of instruments to facilitate this, including a camera, spectrometer, radar, a scoop and a drill. The intention is to package about 2kg of “soil”, or regolith, to send up to an orbiting vehicle that can then transport the samples to Earth. It’s 44 years since this was last achieved. That was the Soviet Luna 24 mission, which picked up just under 200g. Unlike the launch of the mission a week ago, the landing was not covered live by Chinese TV channels. Only after the touchdown was confirmed did they break into their programming to relay the news. The 8.2-tonne Chang’e-5 spacecraft “stack” was launched from the Wenchang spaceport in southern China on 24 November (local time). It arrived above the Moon at the weekend and then set about circularising its orbit before splitting in two. One half – a service vehicle and return module – stayed in orbit, while a lander-ascender segment was prepared for a touchdown attempt. The Chinese space agency said this lander-ascender element put down at 15:11 GMT (23:11 China Standard Time). The precise position was reported as 51.8 degrees West longitude and 43.1 degrees North latitude. Chang’e-5’s success follows China’s two previous Moon landings – those of Chang’e-3 in 2013 and Chang’e-4 last year. Both of these earlier missions incorporated a static lander and small rover. A total of just under 400kg of rock and soil were retrieved by American Apollo astronauts and the Soviets’ robotic Luna programme – the vast majority of these materials coming back with the crewed missions. But all these samples were very old – more than three billion years in age. The Mons Rümker materials, on the other hand, promise to be no more than 1.2 or 1.3 billion years old. And this should provide additional insights on the geological history of the Moon. The samples will also allow scientists to more precisely calibrate the “chronometer” they use to age surfaces on the inner Solar System planets. This is done by counting craters (the more craters, the older the surface), but it depends on having some definitive dating at a number of locations, and the Apollo and Soviet samples were key to this. Chang’e-5 would offer a further data point. Reports from China suggest the effort to retrieve surface samples may last no longer than a couple of days. Any retrieved materials will be blasted back into orbit on the ascent portion of the landing mechanism, and then transferred across to the service vehicle and placed in the return module. The orbiter will shepherd the return module to the Earth’s vicinity, jettisoning it to make an atmospheric entry and landing in the Siziwang Banner grasslands of the autonomous region of Inner Mongolia. This is where China’s astronauts also return to Earth. “Chang’e-5 is a very complex mission,” commented Dr James Carpenter, exploration science coordinator for human and robotic exploration at the European Space Agency. “I think it’s extremely impressive what they’re trying to do. And what I think is fascinating is you see this very systematic, step by step approach to increasing their exploration capabilities – from the early Chang’e missions to this latest one.” https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-55148998 Tags:Chang'e-5 mission Agnes Chow: Hong Kong’s ‘real Mulan’ fighting for democracy Vietnam: Facebook and Google ‘complicit’ in censorship Pompeo says US designates six more Chinese media firms as foreign missions US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to visit India next week for strategic talks Maharashtra blocks CBI from probing cases in state without its nod	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line815
__label__cc	0.741561	0.258439	Re: Email issues with Telus webmail - This is real... Email issues with Telus webmail - This is really BAD - Don't use Telus email for anything important FuzzyLogic My wife has had intermittent issues with recipients not receiving her email. Most recently last Friday afternoon (March 30) she sent out some messages which were never received. I contacted Telus and they eventually got back to me saying that Telus mail servers had been listed on Spamcop and any servers using this service would reject the email. This is pretty normal as many ISP use Spamcop, Spamhaus and various other IP based blocking lists to minimize spam. Normally these would send a message back to the recipient stating the message was blocked. The only problem is that there was no notification received that the messages weren't delivered. The Telus person I talked to said you should get notifications if you used another client other than Webmail. This is simply not true as I did some testing during this time with Webmail, Mail on IOS and Outlook and none of my messages were delivered and I received no notification that there was any problem. My wife is self employed and has been using her email for time sensitive communications such as grant applications and not getting notifications of messages not being delivered is a real problem. I have gone to Telus' problem escalation page to find out if there is anything to be done about this but so far I haven't heard back (requested a phone call, got a generic email). FWIW I'm a mail administrator for the company I work for and find this very troubling that people assume their messages are being delivered and are not notified when there are issues with mail delivery. The advice that you were given that you would receive the rejection emails on other clients was incorrect, as you found. A lot of ISP no longer send rejection emails to spam emails or other undeliverable emails, they just delete them. Some will send one message to the site admin advising that they have blacklisted the sending ISP. Since a lot of spam email headers are forged, then the response goes back to the wrong address etc so some ISPs find it easier to delete and ignore. Spamers like to forge email headers associated with major ISP as they expect the emails to pass through spam filters. Good spam filter products have a white list for large well known ISP, such as TELUS, and apply more sophisticated spam detection rules for the majors. At least 2 of messages my wife sent yesterday were not received by the recipient. Fortunately she followed up with phone calls. I realize spammers often use spoofed addresses to send email but I'd rather know that this is going on then not. Without getting NDR's it's assumed the message was received and implies there are no issues. Again not a serious problem with casual email but if you are trying to correspond with people/companies that contribute to your livelihood this is not good. The fact that messages often go through, but not always, means you must follow up on all important correspondence which is really annoying. I'm all for an option to enable/disable NDR messages but as a user without that information it seems that Telus is giving the impression there are no issues when in fact this is going on all the time and while most of your messages likely are getting delivered it's not always the case and as a user of the service I have no way of knowing short of using other methods to confirm my message was actually delivered. Typically email servers will return undeliverable email, to the sender after, trying to send the email. The default time range for this is two days (exchange) to 5 days for unix email. Since it takes a couple of days to get off of the spam block lists then a time out of 3 to 4 days would be ensure that the mail eventually gets sent. Your wife probably should use Google or Microsoft email services as their ip addresses will not get blocked by any of the spam block programs. Retries for delivery are a per server setting. Unfortunately most IP based blocks do an outright rejection so no retries are attempted (it's generally spam after all). The servers I manage reject the message and return a NDR with a message containing a URL to get off the blocklist. Most blocklists drop IP addresses after 24 hours of no activity. My concern is that the impression is given that everything is working fine when in fact messages are being dropped all the time and the sender is not made aware of this. My wife has recently starting using Gmail due to the issues with Telus. With the recent Facebook fiasco it's a bit concerning what Google may be doing with her mail. <https://www.activistpost.com/2018/03/the-personal-data-google-has-on-you-is-shocking-dwarfs-that-of-...> I'm curious if business customers get NDR's or not? My wife would be willing to pay for a more reliable service but so far Telus has not followed up on my escalated incident to clarify this. I don't think it matter if you subscribe to a TELUS business or consumer email service, if the target of the email does no whitelist TELUS email servers then you will looking at similar situation. Your wife may have no option but to use a email provider that everyone must whitelist, such as Microsoft or google. She could also get her own domain, wife@fuzzylogic.ca and create her own identity for about $10 per annum. Then she can manage her identity independent of problem services. canucks4life Curious if anyone had missing Email from Tue April 10th? Our strata manager sent one out for council and had to get a neighbour to forward me a copy...headers appear fine just never arrived? rrodica6 i have the same problem sending emails but they are not received I've talked with Telus and they say they have no plans to fix this. They no longer offer email as part of the home Internet package. TNFC_office We have been experiencing this blocking issue for the last several months with incoming mail from Telus customers getting blocked by our mail server since it uses SpamCop to filter emails on the way in. I am able to log into the control panel of our website/email host and go to an email tracking list which shows all the incoming mail that has been blocked by SpamCop. Most of them are truly spam, but once in a while there is a rash of valid incoming emails from our clients and associates that are being blocked based on IP address - and multiple people sending us emails quite often show the same IP address. There are about 4 IP addresses that I have seen on the list that vary just by the last digit and they all seem to be Telus customers. When I search one of the IP addresses on SpamCop's blocking list search, they do show up as blocked for a certain number of more hours into the future. Most recently, this morning I sent MYSELF an email to my work email address from my personal email address using my iPhone - it was blocked, and the IP was one of the familiar ones, and SpamCop said that IP was going to be taken off the blocked list in one more hour. But now I see another incoming email from one of our associates and his IP address is the same one that my email was coming in on - and now SpamCop says it's going to be another 19 hours before that IP gets taken off the blocked list!! I have asked our website host for help but they just point to SpamCop and can't help beyond that. I haven't called Telus about this yet, partly because I don't want to spend hours on the phone and partly because I don't know if it is a Telus issue - but now that I found this forum thread, it does sound like a Telus issue but it also makes me wonder if there is any point calling Telus? Is Telus not big enough to be able to tell SpamCop to put their IPs on the whitelist? It sure is frustrating having to watch for rejected emails and then tell people that we didn't get their email and to try sending again..... @TNFC_office, In my opinion, this is a SpamCop issue. Their algorithm is clearly blocking non-spam emails. You could also send your query to Telus through their social media presence, and they should be able to pass it along to the right folks. Reach out to them via Facebook Messenger or Twitter by tweeting @telussupport. You can also call using the numbers in the ‘Contact Us’ section at the bottom of the page, or, if on a computer the Chat function listed there as well. jrueger It could in fact be a Telus issue. The limited number of IP addresses indicates that these are probably Telus mail servers - and SpamCop puts one or more of those addresses on the spam list because there is in fact spam coming from that ip address. This can happen if Telus doesn't properly configure their servers to prevent mail relays and other sorts of things. It probably is worth contacting Telus if it continues to be a problem because I doubt that Telus wants to be known as an ISP that allows spam. @jrueger wrote: A possible cause of telus email servers appearing on spam list is a telus customers computer being infected with malware, and becoming a source of spam emails. Another reason would be spam sent with forged email headers. Insecure email servers with open relays was an issue 20 years ago and no major email software package ships with relays enabled. There are 2 issues in play here. First Telus is getting on various black lists such as SpamCop and Spamhaus. These people don't blacklist major mail providers such as Microsoft and Google but Telus unfortunately doesn't appear to make the cut so this happens for whatever reasons. Most of these lists will drop the IP's after 24 hours if there are no further reported spam messages. Telus can request to be removed sooner but this doesn't appear to be happening. The second issue is more troubling to me in that senders using Telus that are blocked do not get a non-delivery message back stating the message wasn't delivered. As a mail admin for our organization we send out NDR's if we block a message and unfortunately Telus doesn't seem to pass this on to the sender. This breaks the chain and the sender assumes the message was delivered as they don't receive any indication otherwise. When a message is time critical or important and it's not delivered I want to know about it. Unfortunately this is not the case and I would not count on Telus for any important email. This may be different for business subscribers. Thank you everyone. I did contact Telus via Messenger today and this was the response: "I've heard back from our tech support team. They reached out to our internet abuse/security team for advice and we've been advised that Spamcop doesn't whitelist IP addresses. Unfortunately since people keep reporting things as spam the addresses may continue to be blacklisted by them. Your domain provider should be able to add an exception so that those IP addresses are not blocked. The recommendation is that you contact your mail provider." So I have contacted our mail provider and have asked them to check into it further. There is a whitelist option on our email filters but I didn't think it had an effect on SpamCop. If it does, I guess that's our workaround for valid email addresses once somebody's email is blocked once. this happens to me as well. I used to be able to send emails to a Chinese company domain, but it stopped sending emails to them and I didn't know until they told me a week later. I never received any sent failure notifications. I can still receive their emails. I called Telus for the help. the tech assistant can send to the same domain and the emails can be received. I bought a brand new laptop, still the emails sent cant be received. don't know what to do now. On a related note. It seems the big guys don't care for the smaller mail providers. Google appears to be blocking email as well. Check out this interesting blog post: https://www.tablix.org/~avian/blog/archives/2019/04/google_is_eating_our_mail/ It seems that everyone wants us to use the big providers like Google and Microsoft and the smaller guys are getting treated like second class citizens. Administrators need to at least send an NDR so the sender knows that the messages are being blocked. It's very disconcerting when you send a message and the recipient doesn't get it and the sender isn't notified.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line817
__label__cc	0.719046	0.280954	Search in titles only Search in Books, comics and magazines only Books, comics and magazines Reader's Digest Big Volumes.Full of obscure information. moonvisage DYR regular Has anyone ever read these books by Reader's Digest? I have two of their big volume books here,as well as one by the AA.They are absolutely sensational to read,and have some of the best pictures i have ever seen,although the colour and lighting makes them look dated now. Here are a few pictures of the volumes i have at present.The first,is the book by the AA,which is the Automobile Association.It is called: Treasures of Britain.It includes: Treasures of Ireland. I took a picture of the spread cover,and an example of what the inside pages look like.This AA book,also includes incredible detailed maps of the entire UK and Ireland,with all the locations of castles,gardens,abbeys etc marked on them. Re: Reader's Digest Big Volumes.Full of obscure information. Here are pictures of a Reader's Digest book i have called: Strange Stories Amazing Facts.It is full of strange tales from the flying dutchman to facts about the first submarine etc. This book,is by Reader's Digest and is called: Folklore Myths and Legends of Britain.It is absolutly jam packed with stories and pictures from thousands of towns,villages and cities in the UK.It is my all time favourite book.Like most of the other books,these three books have been reprinted throughout the 70's. Richard1978 DYR fanatic My Dad has the AA book of England. I've got the Readers Digest Book Of Home Repair, which seems to turn up at every other charity shop I've been in. The Trickster On The Roof Trickyvee DYR fan Originally posted by Richard1978 View Post We had a Readers Digest home repair thing, but it was a big grey binder folded over like a brief case. Inside it had two sections, can't remember what they were but one had a brown transparent plastic cover and the other had a green transparent plastic cover. You could take all the leaves out seperately for the odd job in hand. Twocky61 One thing about the Reader's Digest is the never ending prize draw they held They said you would be entered into the prize draw to win £250,000 & an expensive new car Did anyone actually win? If you sent the prize draw document within a certain time you could win an additional amount of money If you did win the mega prize you could choose a celebrity to present the cheque to you They always gave you a list of winners, such as Mary T from Manchester, David P from Liverpool for example I reckon it was all a con to get you to buy there books If anyone actually won the prize draw it would be interesting to find someone who actually has. Then I will be less suspicious lol Do you really believe the other side without provocation would launch so many ICBM's, subs and ships knowing that we would have no option to launch as well? It would break our MAD Treaty (Mutually Assured Destruction) not to mention the end of the world as we know it. staffslad I bought my dad a book from Readers' Digest on law called, I think, You and your Rights circa 1978 and for years afterward we received letters about other books and prize draws. The book itself was actually not bad at all. victorbrunswick I had a copy of "Strange Stories, Amazing Facts" when I was a kid. Originally posted by Twocky61 View Post It was not a con. I well remember a friend of the girl I was then with, won £2000. She actually sent the form with her number back. She forgot about it, then a month later a cheque came in the post. I once entered the prize, being told that if they received my numbers before a certain date, I would receive a pair of carving knives. I duly sent the numbers, and two carving knives came in a package several weeks later. The man who was running the draws for RD actually appeared on TV . He openly stated the prize draws did take place and were not a con. If they did not, it would be a case of fraud. I think you could actually write to them and ask for the full names of the winners and numbers. I think it is part of UK law that numbers must be revealed. Has far has I'm aware, the was no obligation to buy anything off them. Who cared about rules when you were young? battyrat Nan had a copy of Treasures of Britain. I think I may of borrowed a copy of the Folk law one from our library. We all gave up on the readers digest prize draws here. The amount of forms and numbers etc. we sent back must of been ridiculous. Never won a thing and never knew anybody that had. All they kept doing was to send another lot of rubbish to return along with loads of advertising and begging letters to buy books. One of the pubs near me has a shelf of short story collections from The Reader's Digest. These have 2-4 stories in one hard back volume. I think they once had a book of the month club at one time. George 1978 The adverts were always on at the start of the year, certainly in the early 1990s. I always wondered why Readers' Digest (along with Which magazine) was never seen on the shelves of WHSmith, even though they stocked every other obscure magazine as those that are mentioned at the start of the missing words round of HIGNFY. Quite a few of them managed to get onto the tables inside doctors' and dentist's waiting rooms however. In the Midlands, the prize draw advert voiceover was something like: "and someone lucky winner could be living in the Central Television region" with a "nighttime" map of the region and lights flashing on and off in that region. Of course, all regions had their own version. On Victor Lewis-Smith's Ads Infinitum, they showed a 1976 Reader's Digest advert with Robert Dougall having to improvise the stillness of a Madame Tussaud's statue at the end of the advert for around a minute as there were no freeze frame available - he looked as if he was about to collapse after 30 seconds of holding the same poses. I just wished that I could have got the RD's "How To Do Just About Anything on a Computer" when it was out - the early days of the internet (1999 for my own benefit). Telling it almost exactly like it was so many years later - and proud of doing so! I presume Readers Digest was mostly a subscription magazine by then. Content © DoYouRemember Ltd	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line818
__label__wiki	0.67772	0.67772	Soldier-finder software bound for Iraq By Dawn S. Onley The Army will test a classified component of its Electronic Military Personnel Office system in Kuwait and Afghanistan next month and, if it works as expected, roll it out in January to all battalions in Iraq. The Deployed Theater Accountability Software, which runs over the Defense Department's Secret IP Router Network, is an extension of eMILPO. DTAS will give warfighters and managers a constant view of all troops in theater. 'This will help fix the past problems of not having a good history of a soldier's exact location,' said Kevin Carroll, the Army's program executive officer for enterprise information systems. DTAS will receive updates from eMILPO, the Army's primary unclassified human resources system. The deployed system will give commanders an up-to-the-minute view of soldiers moving about the battlefield. The client-server, Web-enabled DTAS software has a three-tier architecture: the enterprise database, the theater database and the mobile system, said Maj. Robert Cummins, DTAS systems integrator and assistant project manager for the Army's Human Resource System. EDS Corp. is lead contractor for the $9.5 million eMILPO program and was also selected to build the DTAS software under a separate, $3.6 million program. The data that populates DTAS will come from eMILPO and the Defense Manpower Data Center. Cummins said DTAS can operate offline, but it requires network connectivity to synchronize data.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line825
__label__cc	0.632683	0.367317	Galford Springs, Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4PL United Kingdom Galford Springs Galford SpringsGalford SpringsGalford Springs Exclusive self-catering group holidays on a rural Devon farm Exclusive self-catering group holidays on a rural Devon farmExclusive self-catering group holidays on a rural Devon farm Click on this map to find nearby attractions Launceston- 11 miles away Supermarkets; Tesco, Lidl and M&S food hall Pubs, restaurants & takeaways Launceston castle Tavistock- 12 miles away Supermarkets; Morrisons, Co-op, Lidl and Tesco Historic Market (certain days of the week) Okehampton- 10 miles away Supermarkets; Co-op, Lidl and Waitrose Okehampton castle Local attractions (within 8 miles) Dingles Fairground Heritage centre Over 45,000 sqft of unique fairground rides, games, stalls and displays all undercover in a beautiful rural location. https://www.fairground-heritage.org.uk/ Lydford Gorge The deepest river gorge in the South West, with a spectacular 30m waterfall. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lydford-gorge Dartmoor National Park Wild, open moorlands and deep river valleys, with a rich history and rare wildlife, Dartmoor is a unique place www.dartmoor.gov.uk/ Two Castles Trail The Two Castles Trail is a 24 mile waymarked walking route between Okehampton and Launceston Castles. www.visitdartmoor.co.uk/things-to-do/two-castles-trail-p1159233 Tavistock Market Town Tavistock is an ancient stannary and market town with a thriving pannier market (open Tues-Sat) www.tavistock.gov.uk Lifton Farm Shop A family run business devoted to providing high quality farm products. www.liftonfarmshop.co.uk/ Lydford Castle A 13th century tower on a mound, built as a prison. The castle is a great spot for picnics and has plenty of space for children to run and play. https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/lydford-castle-and-saxon-town/ Roadford Lake Man-made resevoir fed by the river Wolf. It is the largest area of fresh water in the South West www.southwestlakes.co.uk/location/roadford-lake/ Granite Way Cycle Track 11 mile easy-moderate, mainly off road cycle track along a disused railway track www.visitdartmoor.co.uk/things-to-do/the-granite-way-cycle-route-p250623 Nearby places to eat (within 8 miles) Blue Lion Inn Lewtrenchard Manor www.lewtrenchard.co.uk/ The Castle Inn www.castleinnlydford.co.uk/ The Dartmoor Inn www.dartmoorinn.com/ Fox and Hounds Fox & Grapes www.foxandgrapeslifton.co.uk/ Lifton Hall Hotel www.liftonhall.co.uk/ Lifton farm shop www.liftonfarmshop.co.uk/restaurant Eden Project (44 miles) Dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World by some, the Eden Project is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches. www.edenproject.com Galford Farm, Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4PL, United Kingdom Copyright © 2018 Galford Springs - All Rights Reserved.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line830
__label__wiki	0.796046	0.796046	Michael Cabrer July 28th, 2020 - 6:03 AM Today, many games are lauded for “playing like you’re in a movie”. As more studios invest more money into video games, the gap between movie and game gets closer every day. Ghost of Tsushima is so incredibly close to a perfect blend between Samurai movie and Action RPG the likes of which has been seen so precious few times before. Everything about the game is not only engaging, but cinematically impactful. And while the game does have its minor faults that stop it from being perfection incarnate, it is nonetheless an absolute must play of this generation. Ghost of Tsushima starts off with a bang, throwing the player character immediately into war. The cutscene blends immediately into gameplay, which caught even me by surprise having seen similar scenarios before. Not only was the action impactful, it really felt like I WAS a samurai. The tutorial melded seamlessly into the gameplay, not detracting from the heavy nature of the warzone your character finds himself in. This opening scenario really set the pace for what was to come, and while it was cutscene heavy it never felt overbearing. In short, every action felt incredibly impactful and fun to execute. The combat in Ghost of Tsushima is incredibly responsive. While it lacks lock-on targeting, it is very reminiscent of games like The Witcher 3, where you’re stacked up against multiple enemies and have to look to dodge and parry according to the tells the enemy is giving you. The lack of lock-on targeting makes this daunting at first, but truthfully it doesn’t take much away from the combat. With the wide arsenal of stances and secondary weapons presented to you throughout the story, it never feels boring to just have the katana. Combat is varied between stealth gameplay and full on combat, with one of my favorites being the “Standoff” system. This is when you challenge enemies to 1 on 1 combat, and pick the perfect time to strike to down them in one hit. While it can seem challenging when they bluff you to attack, it’s so satisfying to mow through a group of people before they can even touch you. Between this, the archery and the stealth gameplay, it never gets old taking down entire enemy camps alone. The only thing that takes away from this, however, is enemy variety. Once you’ve been playing for a decent amount of time, you’ll see the exact same enemy over and over. It’s not like fantasy games where you’ll fight monsters and the like so there’s that scaling variety, it’s more so finding the same 2-3 archetypes of enemy and fighting them in different ways until you find the boss. Ghost of Tsushima’s main strength is how well it rewards you for exploration. The island of Tsushima is packed to the brim with side-quests and secondary objectives that are not only fun to discover, but satisfying to finish. From Fox Dens to Bamboo Strikes and Hot Springs, the amount there is to find is absolutely immense. The game never feels like it’s punishing you for straying away from the main story. Rather, it encourages this exploration with beautiful vistas, cosmetics, and engaging side stories. While you’re encouraged to continue with the story to unlock more items and progress through the island, the captivating beauty of the environment in all forms of weather is cause enough to just take your horse and run around. This is even reflected in the skill tree, as you can allocate skill points to having the wind show you to collectibles or upgrades rather than taking a point in a combat stat. This is a welcome change for those more inclined to exploration, as it feels more engaging to follow the wind to a space than have the collectible just be marked instantly. While Ghost of Tsushima has many amazing parts to it, there are some faults that can detract from the experience at large. Seeing how it is set in Japan and has an option for fully voiced Japanese dialogue with subtitles, that’s the option I went with. While it offers a more authentic experience in general, the lip-syncing is pretty off and can make the cutscenes awkward to watch, especially in more tense moments. While that is probably my biggest issue, the smaller ones tend to add up. Climbing is very hit or miss, as it’s not only tedious at times but the grappling hook is very finicky. There have been shrines I’ve tried to ascend and just never got the prompt for the hook, and fallen to my death more times than was honestly necessary. Finally, the economy around the “Resolve” system is pretty skewed in the healing direction. As you unlock more skills, they require you to use Resolve to execute. While some are cool to watch, they can be quite underwhelming against later enemies. Healing is almost always more useful, and because of this these abilities can go largely unused. A s secondary resource system would have been more effective, almost like the Concentration feature for the game’s archery. All in all, I think Ghost of Tsushima is a must play. The game is beautiful in every sense, and has so much to do. While there isn’t much replay value past the first playthrough, I feel that once is more than enough with the sheer volume of content this game presents. Combat makes you feel like a samurai, the boss fights feel more like genuine fights for life, and the scenery is phenomenal at every turn. With so much to do and so many ways to go about it, Ghost of Tsushima is worth every penny and then some, proudly solidifying itself as a new standard of game that future similar titles can only hope to be compared to. Score: 9 out of 10 Reviewed on PlayStation 4 PS4 Exclusive Michael Cabrer	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line832
__label__cc	0.527454	0.472546	Last edited by Taktilar Wednesday, May 13, 2020 \| History 6 edition of The Loved Dead found in the catalog. The Loved Dead And Other Revisions by H. P. Lovecraft Published July 1997 by Carroll & Graf Publishers . Short stories, Horror tales, American, Horror tales, English Photographs of loved ones taken after they died may seem morbid to modern sensibilities. But in Victorian England, they became a way of commemorating the dead and . And there is a fear of losing even more of the loved one. People often desperately want to hang on to everything they can: memories, possessions, pictures. The shoes left in the doorway can become. The art form for spirit communication, described in this book, will not only make it possible for you to connect with departed loved ones, but will also bring true harmony into your everyday life." -- Dannion Brinkley, NY Times bestselling author of Saved by the Light and international lecturer. 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Since the Bible is clear that being there is better than being here, and being at God’s right hand is fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore (Psalm ), we can say for sure that God will give the saints whatever measure of knowledge they need for the greatest experience of happiness in God. dirkbraeckmanvenice2017.com - The Loved Dead book © 2020	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line834
__label__wiki	0.858368	0.858368	The New York Times: Hiking Beyond Borders in the Balkans March 30, 2013 by dgreca Peter Grubb, the owner of an Idaho-based outfitter called ROW Adventures, sat in the corner flipping through maps under the lone working light bulb. We were in Room 305 of Hotel Rosi, a bright yellow block of a building in Gusinje, a predominately Muslim community in the former Yugoslav republic of Montenegro. South of here, a rocky trail climbed steadily into a vampiric maw of limestone peaks. Tomorrow we would follow that trail and slip virtually unnoticed into Albania. That would have been among the stupidest things you could do had it been the 1980s, when Albania was the North Korea of Europe. From World War II until his death in 1985, the Communist leader Enver Hoxha hammered Albania into an oppressive hermit state. He extirpated dissent, outlawed religion and lowered the age for executions to 11. The “Great Teacher” hermetically sealed the borders and distanced himself from other Communists. “We have fought empty-bellied and barefooted but have never kowtowed to anybody!” he once howled at Nikita Khrushchev, the Soviet leader. Hoxha’s final heart attack and the eventual collapse of Communism hailed the beginning of the end of Albania’s isolation, and in recent years the once-tense border region separating Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo has become the kind of place you’d want to visit. Aid money, remittances and relative stability have helped create a middle class, and tourism in the region is beginning to boom. Guides take groups kayaking under stone bridges in Montenegro, hiking around Albanian archaeological sites and even skiing in Kosovo. New hotels are pumping fresh life into stale Communist hangouts, even if the water isn’t always hot. “If you want luxury, sorry, go to Paris or New York,” Kela Qendro, a 33-year-old Albanian working for a small tourism company, told me later. “You come here to see the real stuff. The shepherd. The old woman picking pomegranates. You go up to villagers and they will invite you inside their home for the joy of meeting you.” Mr. Grubb, who runs about seven trips a year to Croatia, had long been fascinated with this less-developed region of the Balkans. About a year ago he learned of an intriguing new way to explore it — on foot. The Peaks of the Balkans Trail, a project coordinated by the German Agency for International Cooperation and involving dozens of other groups (including women’s associations, tourism offices and environmental nongovernmental organizations), formally opened last year as a 120-mile trek designed to foster tourism and teamwork among historically quarrelsome neighbors. The path literally links Muslim, Catholic and Orthodox enclaves, as well as Slavs and numerous Albanian tribes in three adjoining national parks, each showcasing the border region’s inestimable beauty. Towering rock walls scream for thousands of feet into an unimpeachable sky. Farmhouses gather like asters in valleys. Wolves and lynxes pad through landscapes soaked in green. There would be no real roughing it, since locals have turned ancestral homes into rustic inns offering beds, homemade cheeses, meats and brandy. Even wandering across remote, unmanned borders is now legal, thanks to a new permit system introduced last summer. Mr. Grubb needed only some roll-with-it travelers willing to be his guinea pigs before offering the trip for real. Seven gregarious Texans and I signed up. Now, sitting in the hotel room, Mr. Grubb put down the map and sighed. He seemed restless. We were about to head deep into the Albanian Alps, better known as the cursed mountains, some of Europe’s most glaciated peaks after the Swiss Alps and the highest summits of the Dinaric Alps. The whole trail could be hiked in about 10 days, but we had just 5 to do parts of it. Even so, there were big days and taxing climbs ahead. We would be among the first American-outfitted groups to wander into the maw, and in these parts, the order of things is more mystery than fact. “This could be more cutting-edge than I thought,” Mr. Grubb said, and he switched off the light. EARLIER THAT DAY I had met the Texans at the airport in Podgorica, Montenegro’s pint-size capital. Rainey Rogers, a former amateur boxing champion, was the youngest in the group at 49. Richard Dill, a retired pharmacy franchise mogul whom everyone called Dick, was the oldest at 73. Mark David, a real estate investor, had rallied the guys around the hike. It was dark when we arrived in Gusinje, but the morning dawned bright and warm. Mount Rosi, the hotel’s 8,274-foot-high namesake, rose to the southeast, while the 8,838-foot-high pyramid of Mount Jezerca lorded over the south. Around 9 a.m. Enes Dreskovic, the newly minted director of the Prokletije National Park, one of the three border parks, roared up in a hunter-orange Pinzgauer, a military transport vehicle, to take us to the trail head. The bench seats in the back were too small for all of us, so I stood on the rear bumper and clung to the roll bars as we bounced down country lanes. Women in head scarves snapped upright from their fields to watch us, while Rainey hurled Blow Pops to children who stared from the side of the road. A gentleman in a pinstripe vest steered a horse cart groaning with firewood. We were alone when we ground to a halt in the Ropojana Valley, a fairy-tale scoop of swaying pines and scalloped ridges that even the Pinzgauer could not penetrate. The trail began in earnest here. An Albanian from Theth, our goal 12 miles away, had supposedly left the village at 3 a.m. with horses to carry our luggage, but there was no sign of him. “Well, welcome to the ‘A’ in adventure travel,” Mr. Grubb said, scratching his red beard. He proposed the only logical Plan B: to stuff what we needed into our daypacks and rendezvous with our bags two days later. The Texans seemed less annoyed than antsy to get romping through the magnificent landscape. “Let’s repack and get after it,” boomed Paul Pogue, a pilot. Rocks as white as marble complained under our boots as we marched toward a broad meadow in the midst of a beech forest. A griffon vulture performed lazy 8’s overhead. Shards of silvery-gray limestone shot into the sky like missiles. Of all the images I’d had of the region, none were as beautiful as this. “Amazing, isn’t it?” Mark marveled. By early afternoon we had crested the Peja Pass, a treeless scab of rock and wind with an elevation of about 5,000 feet. Ghostly stone barracks stood guard with tattered burlap billowing in the window frames. Inside I found a pair of size 9 dress shoes and rooms reeking of ungulates. Dome-shape bunkers with machine gun slits and roofs splintered like blooming onions fortified the high points. Fearing an invasion from all directions, Hoxha had built an estimated 700,000 of these death pods around a country smaller than Maryland. “Welcome to Albania,” bellowed our 28-year-old Montenegrin guide, Semir Kardovic, mimicking gunfire. The 2,600-vertical-foot climb to the pass had been difficult but the 4,000-vertical-foot descent into Theth was brutal. Down and down we plummeted along a series of knee-smashing switchbacks into an enormous glacial valley. By dusk, pointy houses with orange light seeping from the doorways winked through the forest. We made our way toward one, a medieval-looking guesthouse with squat windows and stone walls. “Good evening,” said the keeper, Pavlin Polia, greeting us. He was in his early 30s, tall with midnight hair and a Roman nose. His Kosovan wife, Vlora, fetched some glasses while his brother, Nardi, shook our hands. We did our best to ignore his black eye. “Fight,” Nardi shamefully explained. Inside the main room a slender stringed instrument called a cifteli hung on the wall above a barrel filled with bowling balls of cheese. Rainey limped in and lay his head down on a long wooden table while Dick collapsed onto one of the 15 beds upstairs. I slugged two shots of plum brandy, convinced we had wandered back in time. Like many Albanians, Mr. Polia had fled the country as soon as he could. He worked in construction in Italy and still remembers his first Pepsi. He returned to his family home in Theth a decade later and converted it into a guesthouse that opened in 2009. Now 300 people a year stay with him, the equivalent of half the village, each paying about 25 euros, or about $31 at $1.25 to the euro, for a bed and meals. “In Italy I had lots of opportunity to make money, but that was not my passion,” he told me over wild marjoram tea. I headed upstairs to wash but Mr. Polia stopped me. “Don’t forget your luggage,” he said. “You have my bag?” I asked, incredulously. “Of course,” he said. “I brought it with the horses.” THAT NIGHT FATIGUE sloughed off my body into a pile of warm blankets and I awoke to the prickly scent of roasting peppers. After a breakfast of eggs, curds and jam, Mr. Polia bade farewell as we shouldered our packs and stomped off toward the village of Valbona, about eight and a half miles east. We passed a stone chapel set in a pasture. The area is so rugged that the Ottoman Turks, who were Muslims, were unable to control the region as they did most of the Balkans for 500 years. As a result, both Theth and Valbona are still Catholic. Mount Arapit, a 7,274-foot peak with a southern face as sheer as Half Dome at Yosemite, seemed to size me up as I crossed a wooden bridge and began to climb through maple, ash and hornbeams. It was not yet 10 a.m. but already muggy. Less than two miles in I collapsed. We had gained 800 vertical feet. Only 3,000 more to go. There had been debate the night before about how many horses to bring in case someone needed a ride. The men seemed too tough to admit to wanting any, but the Day 1 damage was clear. Rainey had pulled a hamstring. Dick had taken a tumble. In the end, Mr. Grubb hired one extra horse, which was fortunate when Richard Abernathy, a 60-year-old lawyer, began to hint that his heart was acting funny. “I’m fine,” he countered. “Richard, get on the horse!” Paul barked, and Richard reluctantly climbed into the saddle atop a small, flea-bitten gray. He wasn’t riding for long, though. Soon the trail fell some 2,500 feet into a broad alluvial basin. A van waited for us at the start of a rocky road that joined an asphalt street poured only a few weeks earlier. The effect was rattling. New Colorado-style lodges with exposed timber beams seemed to be going up everywhere. “A lot of locals are moving back to the area, which is very encouraging,” Antonia Young, a British research fellow who has worked for more than a decade to create an international peace park in the region, told me later. “The danger now is that tourism gets too big before they can cope with it.” Kol Gjoni Jubani had seen it all change so fast. He met us in the courtyard of his guesthouse, a concrete chalet built in 2005 next to a destroyed stone hut in which he had been born more than 50 years ago. Mr. Jubani looked like a Balkan cowboy with jeans and a glorious Sam Elliott mustache. His son, Ardit, 19, showed me upstairs to a room with five beds; I claimed the one with a Disney blanket in the corner. “What do you think of Albania?” Ardit asked me after a dinner of chicken, lamb and spicy peppers. “For such an old place, something about it feels refreshingly new,” I replied. “Maybe that’s because it is new,” Ardit laughed. “We are still growing up.” TO BE SURE, Albania has had some wobbly moments on its new capitalist legs. In 1997 Albanians lost $1.2 billion of their life savings in pyramid schemes that sparked a rebellion against the government and resulted in about 2,000 deaths. A 2012report by Transparency International ranked corruption there on par with Niger, where soldiers in 2011 were arrested for plotting to murder the president, who had recently begun investigations into corruption. Even tourism, which has nearly tripled in six years from about 1 million foreign tourists to 2.7 million in 2012, according to Albanian figures, has been unable to escape certain prejudices. “Albania is a great place to score plenty of illegal narcotics — a ‘must have’ for any Albanian holiday!” commented an anonymous reader of a June 11, 2012, Southeast European Times article about the country’s booming tourism trade. Another commented that Albanians themselves would rather flee to Greece or Italy than stick around. “You cannot have an image problem if that problem is real,” said Ilir Mati, who in 1992 sold his Fiat, one of the first private cars allowed in the country, to buy a fax machine and start an adventure tourism company called Outdoor Albania. Mr. Mati was at the guesthouse with clients, and I sat up late chatting with him in French. “You know, you were once my enemy,” he said, tugging on a cigarette. “My friends thought I was crazy to leave the military and go into tourism. But I had a dream that one day I would be sitting around a table like this talking to people like you.” The discussion continued the next morning when our plan to hike from Valbona back into Montenegro was altered. After two days the trek was too much for our group — 16 hours at least — and the trail had been washed out. So instead we drove to a spot just above the village of Cerem, where we loaded our luggage onto fresh horses and headed out for an easy two-mile stroll. Along the way we passed the remains of an Opel Frontera that only a few months ago had struck a land mine. “Don’t worry,” Semir said, demonstrating a wry sense of humor. “It was an anti-tank mine, so you have to be really heavy to trigger it.” We leapt over a ditch and landed in Montenegro, and soon the Pinzgauer arrived. A white Land Rover with “Policija” emblazoned on the side accompanied it. I quietly panicked, hoping the new permit system was truly in place. The officer showed zero interest in our paperwork. Instead, Inspector Gutic had come to offer us a more comfortable ride into the town of Plav, the largest town in a district of about 13,100 people, which felt like a thrumming metropolis after Albania. We sat in a cafe with Wi-Fi, bought chips and chocolate and explored an old stone tower where families once targeted in ancient blood feuds could better defend themselves at night. We still had two days on the trail, and both of them blew by. On Day 4 we hiked six miles from huts outside Plav to a road that led to a one-lift ski area called Boga, an Albanian area in Kosovo that had been leveled in the 1999 war with Serbia and then rapidly rebuilt. We spent the night in new A-frame cabins at the base, and I discovered that in winter it cost just 1 euro to ride the lift. On the last day we climbed 7,880-foot Hajla peak and wandered along its long, narrow summit ridge, where I put one foot in Kosovo and the other in Montenegro. I could see the plains of Serbia far to the east and the Sharr Mountains framing Macedonia to the south. The cursed range rose to the west, looking no less formidable than it had from Gusinje. We spent our last night as a group in Dubrovnik, Croatia, which we reached after a long bus ride from Rozaje, Montenegro. The old city was gorgeous — shiny ramparts against a shimmering sea — but there was nothing to discover. The streets were too polished, the menus too refined. I turned on the faucet in my hotel room and flinched when the water came out hot. All told we hadn’t hiked more than 35 miles, but the Peaks of the Balkans Trail isn’t about distance so much as interaction, and with that one bus ride I’d crossed the most obvious border of the trip, the one between traveler and tourist. Despite wandering through a place of such hardship, the trail had introduced me to a rare part of Europe where the very idea of walking freely between worlds is still a gift as sweet and momentous as your first soft drink. A whole new Europe, a gracious and wild one, had presented itself, and to experience it I just needed to lace up my boots. That all may one day disappear, too. And so the next morning after everyone left for Texas, I jumped in a taxi and drove south until we could drive no more. Then I hoisted my pack and walked back into Albania. The Peaks of the Balkans Trail has trail heads in Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo. Flying into the Montenegrin capital, Podgorica, allows you to rest pre- and post-trip along Lake Skadar, about a half-hour out of the city. Expect at least a two-hour drive to a trail head near Gusinje. Pristina, Kosovo, is the closest city to a trail head west of Peja — about 66 miles — but the smog makes it a less pleasing place to get your bearings. Getting to trail heads in Albania (Theth or Valbona) from Tirana, the capital, can be long and complicated, and you’ll miss some of the most spectacular hiking into those villages. Connecting flights land in Podgorica (airport code TGD) from Paris, Zurich, Frankfurt, London and Rome, among other European cities. Hiring a guide is not obligatory but highly recommended, as trails, though mostly marked, can still confuse, and many locals speak minimal English. Guides can also arrange pack horses, accommodations and airport transfers, and assist with permit applications, which need to be submitted at least 15 days before the hike begins. The Peaks of the Balkans Web site (peaksofthebalkans.com) lists guides who have been trained by the German Alpine Club and provides information on where to find maps, how to contact guesthouses and apply for permits, and what to expect on the trail each day. ROW Adventures of Idaho is offering two departures, in June and September, for eight-day trips into Montenegro and Albania that combine kayaking on Lake Skadar, riding a scenic train and hiking portions of the trail around Theth and Valbona, two of the more spectacular areas in the Albanian Alps. ($2,090; rowadventures.com; 800-451-6034) “This could be more cutting-edge than I thought,” Mr. Grubb said, and he switched off the light.(The New York Times) Filed Under: Reportazh Tagged With: Hiking Beyond Borders, in the Balkans, The New York Times	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line837
__label__wiki	0.534975	0.534975	Call for Makers MAKERS APPLY HERE! Sheep Dreams Are Made Of This By editorialteam, Mar 16, 2018 I’m a Computer Scientist by training and profession, but in my spare time I like playing music and writing poetry. So, when making digital things, a fair bit of both music and poetry tend to feature. Here’s a quick overview of a few recent projects. Sheep Dreams In this project a cuddly sheep is connected to an “EEG” device that displays its dreams on screen. People can also listen to the sounds of the sheep’s dreams, which incorporate randomly chosen tunes like “Sweet Dreams are made of this”, “Together in Electric Dreams” and “Baa Baa Black Sheep”. The visuals are provided by Electric Sheep‘s fractal animations, and the sounds by a Sonic Pi script that incorporates outside sounds “overheard” by the sheep into the music. You can read more about the project here. As it was put together in a bit of a hurry for a Raspberry Jam, it’s a bit minimal at the moment. Future plans include adding the ability for observers to alter the sheeps dreams by interacting with it using touch, rather than just sound. It would also be interesting to add a fractal element to the sounds of the dreams, matching the fractal visuals. Sonic Pi Goes Bananas I’m a big fan of music-coding program Sonic Pi and also of MaKey MaKey, a device that allows people to make music on all sorts of unlikely objects including bananas and labradors. At the moment, Sonic Pi programs, unlike Scratch programs, can’t be directly controlled by a MaKey MaKey, which seemed a shame. I’d recently been working with Pygame Zero, a simplified version of Pygame, that makes it easier for new programmers to make games (for this book, which I co-wrote with some friends). I wrote a small program that sent messages to Sonic Pi whenever an object attached to the MaKey MaKey was touched. More information and the code can be found here. Poems in the Gaps Blackout poetry: not something you write to occupy yourself when there’s a power-cut, but poems created from other texts by obliterating most of the original words. Looking at some blackout poetry recently, I thought it would be interesting to code a digital blackout poetry-making tool. This avoids having to destroy your books, and is handy if, like me, you can never find a pen when you need one. The current version still needs a few bugs sorted out and I’m planning to add share on Twitter and Facebook buttons (currently you have to screenshot your poem and post the resulting pic). It would also be interesting to have a way of making it more physically interactive, maybe involving projecting it on a wall. In the meantime you can have a go at the beta version here. Read more from Claire Quigley here. About Maker Faire Find a Faire Near You Be a Maker Become a Make: Community Member Explore Making Make: News & Projects Glasgow Maker Faire is independently organized and operated under license from Make: Community, LLC	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line845
__label__wiki	0.525985	0.525985	BUSINESSRep. Haines Tours Hop Culture Farms and Priam Vineyards COLCHESTER – State Representative Irene Haines (R-34) toured Hop Culture Farms & Brewery and Priam Vineyards to learn more about their businesses and how they are impacted by state regulations. I was eager to learn how different local producers interact with state regulations and see how recent legislation to streamline our liquor control laws are impacting their operations for better or worse,” said Rep. Haines. During the 2019 regular session, the General Assembly passed Public Act 19-24, “An Act Streamlining the Liquor Control Act.” The omnibus legislation was passed with the intention of modernizing and rationalizing state regulations to accommodate craft breweries, cideries, and farm wineries. The tour began at Hop Culture Farms on Cato Corner Road with owners Heather and Sam Wilson. They started their business in 2016 growing hops and are now one of the largest hop growers in the state. In April this year, they started an on-site brewery a renovated post and beam structure from the early 1900s. Rep. Haines commented, “Local and craft breweries are growing across the state. It was very informative to learn about how Heather and Sam started their hop farm and opened their brewery. It’s exciting to see a new generation getting into agriculture and helping preserve open space as a viable business.” In between the visits, Rep. Haines toured Yankee Cider Co. in East Haddam. The business tour concluded at Priam Vineyards on Shailor Hill Road with co-owners Gloria Priam and Jim Melillo. Gloria and her former business partner purchased the land in 1998 and began planting the vineyard and opened in 2003 after obtaining state and federal licensing. Today the 40-acre vineyard sells a wide variety of wines that have been recognized nationally and internationally. (L-R) Jim Melillo, Rep. Haines and Gloria Priam “I was truly impressed by their operations and efforts to grow their business. They have made tremendous investments in producing a Connecticut grown product that has won awards at national and international tastings,” said Rep. Haines. “Gloria and Jim were also a wealth of knowledge and identified potential problems in the new legislation that reduced the distinction of farm wineries lowering the requirements for Connecticut grown content.” Hop Culture Farms and Brew Co. is open Saturday 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. for more information visit their website at www.hopculturefarms.com. Priam Vineyards is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. for more information visit their website at www.priam-vineyards.com. Hop Culture Farms & Brewery Priam Vineyards Yankee Cider Co. Rep. Haines Tours Yankee Cider Co. Democrat “Meals Tax” Will Put 7.35% New Tax on Long List of Groceries	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line852
__label__wiki	0.899446	0.899446	Home/canada/The Trump Presidency faces high stakes in mid-term elections The Trump Presidency faces high stakes in mid-term elections November 3, 2018 canada Comments Off on The Trump Presidency faces high stakes in mid-term elections WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is acting as a candidate for the vote this week, making double headlines a day and blasting Republican ads on Tuesday. In view of his role as presidency, he may be. A lot of tests. Paradise Coast. Warning shot for re-election bid. Trump affects the potentially fragile precipitation if Republicans lose control of one or both chambers of Congress and leave two years of GOP hegemony in Washington. The White House, which sought to stay on track in favorable conditions, would be tested dramatically. A president who often struggles with his own party faces a much less forgiving opposition. On the Flip side, if the Republicans keep the House and the Senate under control, they only record the victory of the GOP, but to enforce Trump's policy and the usual presidency. This result, which was even less likely in the White House, would encourage the president to launch his own re-election bid. Supporters of the White House insist that the president should not spend much time defending the defeat, but has tried to calibrate expectations. He focused on competitive senates on the last days of his burned ground campaign and dissociated himself from the republicans losing their home. If that happens, he wins the victory and the efforts of the campaign have been narrowed by the GOP's losses and helped them to keep the senate, a person who knew Trump's thinking who asked for anonymity because the delegate could not discuss the White House conversations by name. During the campaign, Trump was tested with other explanations – pointing to the historic confrontation of a party in office and complaining about the retirement of GOP this year. Last month, he told the AP that he would not take any responsibility if the Democrats took over. On Friday, West Virginia, an astonishing Trump triumphed over the acquisition of the Democratic House. "It may be," he said, adding, "Do not worry, I just guess. Meanwhile, his staff have begun preparing to address a time gap that may come from democratic governed committees next year and the Advisory Office of the White House will try to attract experienced lawyers to on-site inspections. If they are in the House Democrats are planning to reopen the House Intelligence Committee's connection with the Trump campaign with Russia. Other committees are aggressively monitoring Trump's business and business interests. Some Democrats use the House Ways and Means committee to receive a copy of the president's tax return after having abolished the decade of traditions and holding them back from the public in his campaign at the White House. The republican majority behind the back can also pose challenges that are likely to ignite party disputes. First of all, there was a potentially bitter leadership in the house to replace the retiring President Paul Ryan. But a narrowed majority may also aggravate policy breakdown – and unified governance can still leave the GOP to face the gridlock. "It is clear that there are a lot of things in the legislative agenda," said Republican adviser Josh Holmes. "The prospect of a democratically controlled house or senate is a serious wreck through the Congress." Some in the White House believe that the loss of Democrats can really be beneficial. He believes Democrats are trying to investigate the President as a victim of a victim in the period up to 2020. The minority leader of Nancy Pelosi House is seen as Trump's potential film and they believe they can mark the party's responsibility for the Washington defects. Ari Fleischer, the press secretary of George W. Bush, said that the democratic scrutiny of parliament "is both a threat and a promise to the president". "The danger is calling, investigating, legitimate bills and headaches," he said. "The promise to Trump will be easy for his film: Pelosi and Democratic Leadership." The White House facilitators discussed floating popular legislative issues such as infrastructure to tempt Democrats and test the unity of the Democratic opposition. While the house was still up for the GOP, Trump and Republicans tried to sell voters to the GOP control over the other two years in the closing days of the campaign. They have advocated a hard-line immigration policy and several tax cuts, arguing that democrats are wiping out two years of development. In the closing weeks of the mid-term, Trump was unlearned from the nation-states until the efforts made to speed up the Republicans, while sinking into the same riots that set their 2016 campaign. From the fear of illegal immigration to the warning of the economic collapse, if the Democrats are victorious. House loss, however, prompts the GOP to formulate party parts and the moderate Republicans' struggle in Trump and raise questions about whether democratic gains are likely to reach presidential hopefuls by 2020. Democratic consultant Jim Manley said on Tuesday whether Democrats were successfully absorbing white working-class voters in the Central West who supported Trump in 2016. "Trump helps to become more radioactive," Manley said. "There is a chance that he will try to bring them back." But while the results may reveal the weaknesses of the Republican coalition, mid-term elections are very different than the presidential years. The Republicans immediately pointed out that a party in power usually defeats midterms. Former president of Barack Obama in 2010 was "spoiled" in his words and re-elected in 2012. Fleischer said: "The posterity of people is exaggerated, and in 2 years everything has changed." 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__label__wiki	0.75744	0.75744	Mot to sue Vinexpo Mot & Chandon is set to sue Vinexpo for loss of business, image and credibility' after not being allowed to occupy its contracted stand space at last month's exhibition in Bordeaux. Mot had agreed to take space at the show for the first time since 1991 following overtures from Vinexpo which dropped previous demands that it was only appropriate for Mot to be in the tented grandes marques village running alongside Hall 1. In February this year (2005) Vinexpo approached Mot afresh, offering it the chance to take a stand right in the centre of Hall 1, in front of the Commissariat Gnral close to the large press centre. This position was occupied by Chanel during Vinexpo 2003 and is in an area described by Mot's communications vice president Jean Berchon as the alle du luxe. It backed onto Louis Vuitton's boutique stand this year. Mot, fearing that other wine and spirit exhibitors might not like the company occupying such a position facing trade stands that included Rmy Cointreau, specifically sought assurances from Vinexpo that this would not cause any problems. Berchon says they were told: this is not your concern, it's our concern'. Vinexpo's keenness to have Mot return to the show is underlined by what Berchon describes as quite interesting value for money' in the price offered. The space was booked in March 2005, the contract signed and payment made the following month, he says. Mot & Chandon's presence on stand number BD145 appeared in the official show catalogue and featured in pre-show press releases distributed to international journalists. One such release specifically thanked Champagne houses like Ruinart and Taittinger for their long-term support and hailed the return of Mot & Chandon to this year's exhibition. Late on the morning of Thursday 16 June, however, three days before the show was due to open, Vinexpo contacted Mot & Chandon by email and telephone to explain that they were facing requests that Mot should swap positions with Louis Vuitton in order to no longer be facing drinks stands'. Despite the fact that stands had to be installed from early morning on Saturday 18 June, and however strange it was to get such a request at such short notice, Berchon says Mot agreed to consider the swap providing Louis Vuitton would accept it and the two respective stand-builders viewed it as feasible in the time remaining'. In reality it was never really an option as the Louis Vuitton stand covered 24 square metres and Mot's 36. In any case Louis Vuitton refused to swap and both stand-builders dismissed the idea that it would be possible to re-design and re-build the stands between Thursday afternoon and Saturday morning. Furthermore, says Berchon, the Commission de Scurit (inspecting all stands at the exhibition for fire and safety regulations etc) had passed each stand in its original format on the Thursday and indicated it was not in a position to re-inspect. Berchon says Mot told Vinexpo on the evening of Thursday 16 June that: because the swap is not possible, we will occupy quite legitimately the initial space as per our contract.' According to Berchon, on Friday morning, Vinexpo sent me a fax explaining we had not swapped and therefore we could not stay at our initial location as this would: "affect the homogeneity of the exhibition". They also said they would re-imburse Mot some of its expenses as we were not allowed to install our stand.' Mot refused to accept the cancellation at such short notice because in Berchon's words: the loss in terms of image, credibility and business went far beyond the actual cost of the stand and its design and construction'. Vinexpo apparently confirmed to Mot that the trucks bringing the stand should not be sent and, in order to avoid a farcical conflict' Mot cancelled the construction trucks, Berchon says. However, because many appointments with clients and customers had been made by Mot, Berchon says that he and a colleague stood where the stand should have been on the Sunday and Monday of the exhibition (the first two days) in order to explain to our guests why we were not there'. On 22 June, before the exhibition had ended, Mot's lawyers served Vinexpo with a mise en demeure asking for damages to compensate for what Berchon calls loss of business, image and credibility'. This is a necessary procedure under French law before a party can be sued, and usually a response is expected within 8-10 days. Vinexpo's response was received only at the end of last week (7 July), but as it was unsatisfactory from Mot's point of view it is, in Berchon's words: very likely we will sue them'. Vinexpo Vinexpo strengthens management team ahead of 2015 Bordeaux show Global wine consumption rises according to Vinexpo Vinexpo gears up for 2013 wine and spirits exhibition Vinexpo 2013 to take place from June 16-20 Vinexpo unveils new logo	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line859
__label__cc	0.533401	0.466599	Howard cruises past Morgan State to win conference opener The Howard women's basketball team secured its conference opener over Morgan State, 73-48. Photo: Howard University Athletics BALTIMORE – Howard University women’s basketball team rolled past Beltway rival Morgan State (MSU), 73-48, in their Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) opener while improving to 5-1 (1-0 MEAC) on the season. The dominant performance began on defense, holding the Lady Bears just over 24-percent (17-of-70), including 9-percent (2-of-22) from downtown. “They missed a lot of shots today,” said Howard Women’s Basketball head coach Ty Grace after today’s win. “We knew that they were really good getting to the rim, so we wanted to limit those opportunities. We did a good job containing them.” Offensively, senior guard Jayla Thornton led the Bison attack, scoring a game-high 21 points. “I am taking what the defense gives me,” Thornton stated after another outstanding performance. “I am trying to stay involved in the offense, even if I am not scoring. I just try to find ways to get better.” Also read: Howard women erase 23-point deficit to take down La Salle The New Jersey product connected on four long balls, which moved her fourth on the MEAC All-Time Three-Pointer Leaderboard, surpassing Coppin State’s Rashida Suber. Currently, she has 246 career made three-point field goals. Dahynye Redd put the Lady Bears ahead early, 3-4, but HU would take control and never relinquish. Despite taking a five-point advantage after one, 18-13, Howard was dealing with foul trouble going into the half. Making their season debuts, juniors Gia Thorpe (Pittsburgh) and Krislyn Marsh (Houston) provided stability leading into intermission. “It was good to have Gia and Krislyn back,” Grace expressed. “For us having balance and experience coming off the bench was great. It was good comeback performances for both.” Howard held a double-digit halftime lead, 36-23, but Morgan State outscored HU in the third, 15-18, and sliced the margin down to 10 points, 51-41, but the Bison would make a statement in the fourth. HU shot 50-percent (6-of-12) from the floor while holding the Lady Bears to only one made bucket in the fourth. Howard dominated Morgan State, outscoring MSU, 22-7, in the quarter. Howard led nearly from start-to-finish, thanks to their aggressive attack at the rim. Collectively, the Bison shot over 72-percent (26-of-36) at the foul line. Freshman forward Anzhane’ Hutton fall just short of a double-double (15 points and nine boards) while fellow classmate Kaniyah Harris (Capital Heights, Md.) pulled down eight boards off the bench. Thorpe added 10 points while Marsh grabbed seven rebounds in the win. “We have a lot of threats on this team,” Thornton commented. “Teams focusing on me allows my teammates to go off. I have great teammates and they help me.” For MSU (3-2, 0-1 MEAC), Redd had a team-best 16 points in the loss. Both squads square off again Sunday (Jan. 3) at 2 p.m. inside the Hill Field House in Baltimore. Courtesy: Howard University Athletics Previous articleTennessee State introduces new logos, ‘brand identity’ for 2021 Next articleAlabama State drops conference opener to Grambling State COVID-19 issues force cancelation of Howard-Notre Dame MLK Day game January 17, 2021 At 7:44 pm […] Also read: Howard cruises past Morgan State to win conference opener […]	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line860
__label__cc	0.62529	0.37471	vaccineholocaust.org healthfreedom CCP deployed internet propaganda “army” to brainwash Americans about the coronavirus The reason why millions of Americans are still walking around in obsessive fear over a virus with a more than 99 percent survival rate is largely because of communist Chinese internet propaganda, a new bombshell report reveals. Early on in the plandemic, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) did everything in its power to censor the truth about what was really going on in Wuhan, the epicenter of the virus. After the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) arrived in North America, however, the Chinese government via its many media proxies ramped up the fearmongering and has not let up since. This massive propaganda effort has led to the near-dissolution of the American economy, which in many ways is in shambles due to relentless lockdowns. Meanwhile, China’s economy is going strong, Wuhan is open for business without masks, and everything over on that side of the world is booming. It is no accident that the “land of the free” is being forced to watch its own economic viability disintegrate while the Chicoms point and laugh from halfway around the globe. This was all part of the plan to bring about the total collapse of the United States, which appears to be slated for any day now. When it actually mattered, communist China kept a lid on the spread of infection within its borders. Once the rest of the world let down its guard, however, the narrative quickly shifted to ensure maximum economic and social carnage. Nearly a year into this thing, key economic powerhouses like California, New York and Illinois are still closed for business. Restaurants are closed, social activities are prohibited, and the public is being told to stay home or die, essentially. It is the perfect Christmas gift for communist China, which aims for nothing more than the total destruction of the U.S. under the guise of a disease that, truth be told, is not even close to being as serious as authorities claim. “The main objectives of the Chinese government’s effort appeared to be making the virus impact seem less severe while masking the origins of the outbreak,” reports Neon Nettle about the CCP’s approach in the very beginning. For more related news about the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), be sure to check out Pandemic.news. China is destroying America with masks, lockdowns and eventual economic collapse Thanks to Xi Jinping’s launch of an operation called the “Cyberspace Administration of China” (CAC) back in 2014, the communist regime’s far-reaching COVID-19 propaganda continues to this very day, a full year after it began. What is happening, in essence, is that the CCP continues to hoodwink the American left, as well as many on the right, into believing that lockdowns, masks and economic collapse are good things that will “save lives.” Meanwhile, the CCP has so muzzled the mainstream media’s reporting of the “crisis” that many Americans have completely forgotten that China is the responsible party for unleashing this thing. Whenever people start to discuss things online that detract from or call into question the CCP’s official COVID-19 narrative, hired internet trolls are ready to post “distracting chatter” that ensures the script is followed. A combination of people, technology, “and, presumably, lots of money,” the report explains, is how communist China is continues to keep America under lock and key, with no end in sight. Aligning with what President Donald Trump has been saying, the report basically accuses the Chinese government of underplaying the severity of the virus early on, only to later leave the U.S. holding the bag. “President Trump’s bold move to limit travel from China in the early days of the pandemic, despite severe opposition from Democrats, is still credited as saving untold American lives,” Neon Nettle concludes. NeonNettle.com Tagged Under: army, brainwashed, butterfly effect, CCP, China Virus, Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Virus, coronavirus, covid-19, Cyberspace Administration of China, deception, distracting chatter, internet propaganda, Li Wenliang, lies, narrative, obey, pandemic, Plandemic, propaganda, Social media, Wuhan coronavirus Google has a financial interest to push the pandemic and the covid-19 vaccine experiments Freedom of choice: New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu won’t mandate coronavirus vaccine Nicotine vs. Dopamine – The chemical messenger war and why people who try to quit nicotine keep failing Health Ministry gives Israelis “free movement” waivers to convince them to take rushed coronavirus vaccine France forced to POSTPONE ‘health dictatorship’ vaccine legislation Hesitations against coronavirus vaccination widespread – even in the medical field MUST WATCH: Epic anti-mask flash mob takes over CVS shouting ‘FREEDOM’ Top 7 supplements and superfoods for de-stressing while strengthening immune defenses during these tumultuously-political and germ-paranoid times Priest calls police on mother of 11 praying in empty church without a mask Mandatory coronavirus vaccination bill introduced in New York State Assembly Fauci the fraud pretends to have soreness in right arm after getting “vaccinated” in left arm LA judge strikes down “abusive” outdoor dining ban over lack of evidence justifying it Medical tyranny? New York deploys “mask squads” to enforce social distancing When CDC vaccine policy meets libtard “science” Anthony Fauci lectures Americans over COVID-19: It spread because we have too much freedom Top European court tosses Christian family’s case where kids were seized by state Pennsylvania governor still pushing for new restrictions despite low coronavirus transmission GOP Rep Ken Buck praises coronavirus vaccine for “saving lives” but said he won’t get it, citing its health risks California restaurants to remain open despite lockdown orders as owners try to survive government tyranny COPYRIGHT © 2017 HEALTH FREEDOM NEWS	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line862
__label__cc	0.674618	0.325382	Utah Rotor Pathway Program Receives $1.1 Million Grant The Utah State Legislature recently approved a Strategic Workforce Initiative (SWI) grant to Southern Utah University to support the growth of the Utah Rotor Pathway Program, a government-industry-education partnership preparing Utah students for high-growth occupations while serving regional industry workforce needs. The grant totals $386,000 per year for three years, for a total of $1,158,000. The grant monies will provide faculty to teach ground instruction in Utah high schools, fund a helicopter simulator that will be utilized for career and technical education instruction, and offer maintenance instruction in a hybrid online environment. The program also received an initial grant by Utah Gov. Gary Herbert through the Utah Department of Workforce Services. The Utah Rotor Pathway Program was launched in the fall of 2019 with just two high schools participating. Since that time, 12 more high schools have signed up. Students from nine of Utah’s 29 counties can participate, including Beaver, Iron, Kane, Piute, Sanpete, Sevier, Utah, Washington and Wayne. “I am grateful to the Utah state legislature for fully funding the SWI grant for the Utah Rotor Pathway Program,” says Cade Clark, VP of government affairs, Helicopter Association International and co-chair of the Rotor Pathway Program. “We have also benefited from the leadership of Gov. Herbert, Lt. Gov. Cox and their team at the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Talent Ready. The people of Utah should be proud that their state is investing today to build the workforce of tomorrow.” Clark hopes that the Utah Rotor Pathway Program will serve as a national model for education and training programs that prepare students for STEM careers. “This type of program creates a win for everyone involved: students get the education they need for in-demand careers while industry creates a workforce development pipeline that enables it to grow. I salute everyone involved for being willing to step up and be part of a solution,” he says. This first-in-the-nation program brings together industry, universities and high schools to provide both helicopter pilot and maintenance training at the high school level. Industry partners offer high school students added benefits such as mentoring, internships and the chance to interview upon completion of the college aviation programs. Utah Pathway Program partners include: Cedar Valley High School Classic Helicopters The Gail Halvorsen Foundation Guardian Flight Intermountain Life Flight Helicopter Association International Mountain West Helicopters Universal Helicopters Utah Division of Aeronautics Utah Helicopter Utah State Board of Education and Utah Valley University. Helicopter Maintenance is a member of: Designed by Tews Interactive, Inc	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line866
__label__wiki	0.969696	0.969696	News Local Cyprus reaps benefits of listening to its scientists on Covid-19 Cyprus reaps benefits of listening to its scientists on Covid-19 By listening to its medical experts, Cyprus has managed to flatten the Covid-19 infection curve and keep the death rate low, President Nicos Anastasiades has told the Associated Press. In a written statement to the news agency, he said the infection curve is flattening, less than seven weeks after its first confirmed case, and the government is drafting plans to gradually lift restrictions. A total of 795 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the Republic of Cyprus, including 10 in the British Bases. A total of 18 patients with coronavirus have died, 13 of whom had Covid-19 as the final cause of death. Cyprus has a high testing and tracing rate, with Health Minister Constantinos Ioannou telling CNA yesterday that the number of tests was the fourth highest in the world in terms of population. Moreover, Cyprus is one of the few countries in Europe still tracing the contacts of confirmed cases, in line with WHO guidlines to test, trace and isolate. Anastasiades told the Associated Press that the scientific team advised the government minute-by-minute, playing a crucial role in decisions. “In other words, we listened to our experts from the very first moment.” Kostrikis: “I think beaches will open soon” The state health system rose to the challenge of treating hospitalised patients while the public overall complied with the restrictive measures. One of the members of the scientific team, virologist and University of Cyprus professor Leontios Kostrikis, said it was a rare occasion of Cypriot politicians yielding to scientists’ expertise. Kostrikis, who is one of the two experts to present the daily update on the coronavirus cases in Cyprus, said politicians had truly listened to the scientists and the scientists gave them a correct strategy. That included imposing limited restrictions on movement before Cyprus announced its first confirmed case on March 7. These were followed by a stay-at-home order that only allowed once-daily outings for limited reasons, including essential shopping and visiting doctors, and a night-time curfew. “People got scared. And people felt more comfortable that scientists were handling the situation and not politicians,” he told AP. Kostrikis anticipates it will take another 10 days or so before Cyprus sees no new infections and restrictions can begin to be lifted. Minister: ‘I hope all restrictive measures can be lifted in 2-3 months’ Previous articleFlight ban extended to May 17 Next articleErimi congregation: 14 booked after tracing of licence plates	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line878
__label__wiki	0.93811	0.93811	News World Ring of fire: Australian state declares emergency as wildfires approach Sydney Ring of fire: Australian state declares emergency as wildfires approach Sydney Australia’s most populous state declared its second emergency in as many months on Thursday as extreme heat and strong winds stoked more than 100 bushfires, including three major blazes on Sydney’s doorstep. A day after Australia recorded its hottest day on record, thick smoke blanketed the harbour city, shrouded the Opera House and brought many outdoor activities to a halt. The state of emergency declaration gave firefighters broad powers to control government resources, force evacuations, close roads and shut down utilities across New South Wales, which is home to more than 7 million people. Authorities said nearly 120 fires remained ablaze by late afternoon, more than half of which are uncontrolled, and with temperatures forecast to top 45 degrees Celsius (113°F) in some areas, officials warned residents to be on high alert. “The firefront has been spreading very quickly and intensely,” NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons told reporters in Sydney, adding that two firefighters had been airlifted to hospital with burns to their faces and airways. “It’s still a very difficult and dangerous set of circumstances.” Days out from Christmas, a time when many Australians head to the coast for the holidays, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian advised people to make sure “you are prepared to change your plans should circumstances change.” In Shoalhaven, a popular coastal destination some 190 km (120 miles) south of Sydney, local mayor Amanda Findley said people were poised to evacuate. “There is a large amount of smoke looming over the city, which shows how close the fire is,” Findley told Reuters by telephone. “It is extremely hot and windy now so we are all worried the fire could spread. People are really worried that they may lose everything.” The RFS posted footage on its official Twitter account showing firefighters tackling one of the three blazes ringing Sydney. A waterbomber aircraft was dwarfed by thick grey and black billowing cloud as it attempted to douse flames in bushland just metres away from homes. Australia has been battling wildfires across much of its east coast for weeks, leaving six people dead, more than 680 homes destroyed and nearly 3 million acres (1.2 million hectares) of bushland burnt. Berejiklian said as many as 40 homes had been destroyed on Thursday. SMOKY SYDNEY Australia on Wednesday broke all-time heat records for the second day running, with maximum temperatures reaching an average of 41.9 degree Celsius, the Bureau of Meteorology said. Some 1,700 firefighters have been deployed across NSW, but officials warned that was still not enough to cover every potential danger and urged people in high risk areas to evacuate while it was still safe to do so. The current state of emergency will last for seven days, while a total fire ban that has been in place since Tuesday will remain until midnight on Saturday. The major fires around Sydney, which is home to more than 5 million people, have resulted in days of heavy pollution in the city usually known for its sparkling harbour and blue skies. One megafire in the Kanangra Boyd National Park to the city’s southwest had crept to the very outskirts of Campbelltown, a suburb of 157,000 people. By late afternoon, Sydney was sitting at No.4 on the IQAir AirVisual live rankings of pollution in global cities, above Dhaka, Mumbai, Shanghai and Jakarta. Many commuters have donned breathing masks in recent weeks as air quality has plunged to hazardous levels not previously seen in the city. NSW Ambulance Commissioner Dominic Morgan said the service had experienced a 10% surge in call-outs for patients suffering respiratory conditions over the past week and urged susceptible people to remain indoors and keep their medication close. POLITICAL STORM Prime Minister Scott Morrison has weathered a storm of criticism on social media in recent days for going on an overseas holiday during the emergency, adding to criticism that his government is failing to deliver adequate climate change policies. As local media reported Morrison was in Hawaii on a family holiday, about 500 protestors gathered outside his official Sydney residence to demand urgent action on climate change. Morrison’s office refused to confirm his whereabouts. One protestor, wearing an Hawaiian shirt, carried a sign reading, “ScoMo, where the bloody hell are you?” referencing the leader’s nickname and a decade-old international advertisement for Tourism Australia that was banned in several countries because the language was deemed offensive. Australia’s low-lying Pacific neighbours have been particularly critical of the coal-rich nation’s climate policies following modest progress at the U.N. climate talks in Madrid. “It was particularly disappointing to see our Pacific cousins in Australia actively standing in the way of progress at a time when we have been watching in horror as their own country is ablaze,” Marshall Islands president Hilda Heine said in a statement on Wednesday. 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__label__wiki	0.50442	0.50442	Home » Celebrities » Cardi B, Chris Evans & More Stars Furious As ‘Dangerous’ Trump Supporters Storm The Capitol: The ‘Irony’ Cardi B, Chris Evans & More Stars Furious As ‘Dangerous’ Trump Supporters Storm The Capitol: The ‘Irony’ Cardi B, Padma Lakshmi, and Chris Evans are just a few of the stars who have taken to social media in the wake of Trump supporters storming the US Capitol. Celebrities have taken to Twitter to express their fury while supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol on January 6. Senators and Congressmen inside the building, along with Vice President Mike Pence, were forced to evacuate as hundreds of protestors broke past police and security barricades, attempting to get into the Senate chambers. The Capitol’s campus went into lockdown shortly after rioters broke in. Here’s what the stars had to say about the attack. Avengers star Chris Evans took to Twitter, reminding his followers of the violence that occurred when Black Lives Matter protesters took to the streets in the summer of 2020. “Just think of the carnage had they not been white,” he wrote. “WAP” hitmaker Cardi B tweeted, “The irony is pretty funny………weren’t people just wild animals in the summer for demanding justice and now?” She also issued a warning to her followers: “And y’all better NOT BE OUTSIDE!!These are wild thugs out here ! Stay home.This ain’t our business.Stay at home safe but dangerous!” Gabrielle Union shared a clip, which showed law enforcement taking selfies with some of the individuals who broke into the Capitol. “Welp,” she simply wrote, while re-posting the video. Meghan McCain The View’s Republican commentator Meghan McCain wrote, “President Trump has to do something NOW and stop his supporters – people are going to get hurt or die!!!” adding, “This one one of America’s darkest days in our entire history.” Chris Cuomo TV journalist Chris Cuomo called out Donald Trump, writing, “You have done nothing but encourage this. You have corrupted law and now order. This is what your influence looks like. You can’t even control your own proxies.” His tweet came in response to Trump’s plea for protesters to “support” Capitol police. Tina Knowles A post shared by Tina Knowles (@mstinalawson) Tina Knowles shared a photo of protesters breaking through the police barricade. “Wow , is this real? If it is , Where is the teargas and rubber bullets and the things that were used on black lives matter protesters to stop them from destroying fences,” she wrote, referencing the recent Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. “GOP lawmakers are pleading with Trump on this platform while armed protestors are storming The Capitol,” TV personality Padma Lakshmi tweeted. 50 Cent simply wrote, “I don’t have to say anything else,” as he shared a photo of armed forces during the Black Lives Matter protests in the summer of 2020. Tamar Braxton also urged her followers to be safe, while reminding them of the protests that happened in DC just a few months prior. “They would have killed all of us an hour ago 6blocks away. Stay y’all a**es at home.” Twitter Reacts as Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Reportedly Headed for Divorce Trump tells Capitol-storming mob 'election was stolen from us' but urges them to 'go home in peace'	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line881
__label__wiki	0.963765	0.963765	Home Music Features Randy Dean Whitt's The Outsider Randy Dean Whitt's The Outsider by Chris Parker Like many musicians and listeners of his generation, Randy Dean Whitt seems unimpressed by genre distinctions. In the past, Whitt has explored a broad swath of music, cutting from country and twangy rock to strummy folk and roots jams. For Whitt, moving from rustic, raw Americana to the gentle mannerisms of '70s singer-songwriters has been as easy as moving to the next track. On The Outsider, his fifth album and first since 2007's The Good, the Bad and the Grits, Whitt again pairs transgression and charm, often evoking a mild Laurel Canyon-tinged sound that recalls Ron Sexsmith and Gary Louris but never allowing that tag to limit his milieu. This tone is most evident in a centerpiece trio of songs, starting with the third track, "Neverending." It's as if Wes Miles, frontman of far-flung indie rock band Ra Ra Riot, fronted a jazzy adult pop act. Cello-driven album highlight "Angels Have Sinned" recalls the supple drama of Murder By Death while mining a similar vein of shadowy foreboding. (Notably, it features a whip-smart electric solo from Whitt, which he does too infrequently considering how well he plays here.) The final piece of this triptych is "Vagrants and Vandals," which hinges on the disc's most indelible hook and alights in the same country canyon frequented by The Eagles. Whitt isn't alone here: Nathan Golub's pedal steel keys much of the album. His talent's well-established in local circles, but the color he adds (without overplaying) allows The Outsider to remain understated without turning pallid. (Editor's note: Nathan Golub is an employee of the Independent Weekly.) The album is dedicated to the memory of drummer Matt Brown, whose tight, swinging push gives the album its momentum, despite the stylistic sway of the songs. The last half comes dotted with dark-horse favorites that again push the presumed boundaries of such rootsy encampments, whether it's the loping organ-driven number "Sundown & Devils" or the Dead-inflected lovelorn closer, "Write a Book." The Outsider is a welcome return fueled by a loose, unaffected energy that suggests funnot stylistic limitationwas the cardinal consideration. Issue: 2012-07-25 Music record review	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line885
__label__wiki	0.85297	0.85297	Cloud // Software as a Service Apple Acquires Mapsense To Boost Location Visualization Offerings Apple has acquired location-based analytics and visualization developer Mapsense. The deal is only the most recent by Apple and other companies looking to scoop up location data visualization startups. 8 Smart Cities: A Peek At Our Connected Future (Click image for larger view and slideshow.) Apple has quietly acquired Mapsense, a location-based mapping and visualization analysis company, in a deal that is reportedly worth $25 million to $30 million. The deal comes as more organizations look to gain value from vast stores of geographic data, particularly in an age when so many people carry mobile devices, such as Apple's iPhone, that include GPS and other geographic tracking tools. Recode first reported the deal earlier late last week, and so far Apple has declined to comment on its plans for Mapsense. But it does neatly fit into the industry's increased interest in location-based data. [ Looking for more on analytics? Read Salesforce Expands Wave Analytics Platform Capabilities. ] "In general, we do see an increased trend in the interest for location-based data. All the data discovery vendors from Qlik to Tableau to SAP are trying to improve in this area," Gartner Research VP Cindi Howson told InformationWeek. Indeed, the most recent Gartner BI Spending Intentions report and Magic Quadrant customer survey, which polled more than 2,000 users of business intelligence and analytics tools, revealed that 23% of respondents already have location-based analytics, and another 34% plan to add them to their analytic portfolio. (Image: Yakobchuk/iStockphoto) Mapsense is a nearly three-year-old startup that has raised $2.5 million in seed funding and has about a dozen employees. The company has focused on location data visualization that includes a mapping engine, self-serve data analysis, and developer tools in the form of an open-source D3-based Mapsense.js library. Its engine enables developers to create data-driven interactive maps. Customers include Curbside, a company that provides an app that enables consumers to use their phones to help them find what they need at nearby retail stores, and Thinknear, a company that provides analytics consulting to Fortune 500 companies for marketing and advertising campaigns. The Mapsense acquisition isn't Apple's first attempt at adding this kind of technology. Apple launched its own iOS Maps feature for its iPhone in conjunction with iOS 6 in 2012. It was designed to replace Google Maps on the iPhone, but the app was not quite ready for prime time. It was inaccurate. Cities and landmarks were missing or not labeled correctly, among other problems. CEO Tim Cook published a public apology to customers on the company's website following the release. But Apple didn't give up, and has since acquired a few other companies prior to the Mapsense deal. In 2013, Apple bought Hopstop, a crowd-sourced map and traffic tool that had been compared to Waze, which itself was acquired by Google earlier in 2013. Earlier this year Apple bought Coherent Navigation, another startup, but one focused on commercial navigation. Google with its Android OS and Apple with its iPhone are natural fits for such mapping visualization acquisitions, since they collect so much data from their mobile devices' users. They are probably the biggest names making such investments. But Howson pointed out that other companies have been expanding into the location-based visualization space as well, because interest has accelerated, driven by sensors and the Internet of Things. She pointed to the examples of BMW, Daimler, and Audi acquiring Nokia Here (formerly Navtech) and of Bosch and TomTom partnering on mapping technology for automated driving. Can Apple's self-driving car be too far behind? Jessica Davis has spent a career covering the intersection of business and technology at titles including IDG's Infoworld, Ziff Davis Enterprise's eWeek and Channel Insider, and Penton Technology's MSPmentor. She's passionate about the practical use of business intelligence, ... View Full Bio Are Unprotected Cloud Databases Leaking Your Data? 2020 State of DevOps Report Cloud Connectivity -- Your Guide to the Network	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line886
__label__wiki	0.539091	0.539091	SolarWorld and PC-AERO Unveil Two New Solar-Powered Airplanes Environment Agriculture Innovations under Environment, Innovations, News, Renewable Energy, Technology by Lidija Grozdanic SolarWorld and PC-Aero just announced plans to launch two new solar-powered electric aircraft at the AERO Global Show for General Aviation in Friedrichshafen, Germany this month. The show, scheduled to begin tomorrow, will feature the SolarWorld eOne prototype aircraft and an improved Elektra One Solar. The new Electra One Solar is an improved version of the PC-Aero’s Electric Aircraft Elektra One, upgraded with a longer wind span and 6 square-meter solar cells on the wing surface. More than 1 kW of power necessary for flying is generated by the solar cells, while the onboard Li-Ion batteries provide additional 1.5 kW. The aircraft which weighs just around 100kg without the batteries can fly more than eight hours straight, with a maximum range of 1,000 kilometers at the speed of 100 kmph. The aircraft’s body is entirely made from carbon composite materials. Designed by SolarWorld, with the support from PC-Aero, SolarWorld eOne is a one-seater prototype aircraft which also uses solar harvesting technology. The aircraft features a 16kw engine Thanks to its lightweight body made from carbon composite materials, the aircraft features a 16 kW engine, although only 2.5 kW is needed to get the plane airborn. + SolarWorld + PC-AERO 3 thoughts on “SolarWorld and PC-AERO Unveil Two New Solar-Powered Airplanes” Foyst April 29, 2013 at 12:50 pm Nikc Very good question. I don\\\'t know the answer but what I do know is solar cells/panels are made flat and are very brittle so making them wrap around the aero-dynamics of this plane would be very challenging indeed. It would take a lot of product development on the solar technology side, I suppose these guys have just incorporated what is already available. nikc April 28, 2013 at 3:11 pm Could someone explain to me why the whole plane isn't just covered in solar cells? I'll admit that i have very little understanding in the subject, but I'm just curious to understand why the plane (and other solar vehicles for that matter) aren't just coated in solar cells? Davide April 25, 2013 at 8:46 pm SolarWorld eOne Solar World eOne	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line887
__label__wiki	0.984337	0.984337	Home NATIONAL Ghana postpones former President Rawlings’ funeral Ghana postpones former President Rawlings’ funeral Ghana on Thursday postponed the funeral of its charismatic former president Jerry Rawlings, saying the delay was due to “unforeseen circumstances.” Rawlings, who died on November 12 at the age of 73, held sway for two decades, first as military ruler and later as elected president. His funeral was initially scheduled for December 23. But the foreign ministry, in a statement to diplomats and foreign agencies, said that “due to unforeseen circumstances, the funeral will not be held… as planned.” A new date will be announced later, it said. The statement gave no further details but local media said the postponement was caused by a family dispute. A former air force flight lieutenant, Rawlings twice overthrew governments through coups in 1979 and 1981, but was widely seen by the poor as their champion. Ghana today is often considered a beacon of stability in a turbulent region. It held elections on December 7 which saw the incumbent president, Nana Akuffo-Ado, win a second term, defeating long-time rival John Mahama. Previous articleSun Newspaper visits Abia Speaker, congratulates him on his forthcoming birthday Next articleAppeal court voids Dasuki’s indictment by judgment convicting Metuh of fraud NBA postpones two games as 11 new players contract COVID-19 US rejoins WHO as Biden reverses nine of Trump’s policies Deeper Life School: Reno Omokri, church members threatening me – Mother of abused boy...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line890
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__label__cc	0.611476	0.388524	Vendors A-Z USA \| UK \| CA \| DE \| ES \| FR \| IT \| NL \| PL \| RU \| SE \| SG \| BR 8x8: Collaboration and AI Take Customer Care to the Next Level This buyers guide examines the North American contact center market for both premise- and cloud-based solutions. It considers full-suite, pure-play, cloud-based providers and those that provide premise, cloud-based, and hybrid solutions. It also includes a handful of telco-based providers that offer business process... Application Modernization Today 6 Reasons to Choose a Consistent Infrastructure Platform eBook Is your IT service delivery future ready? The key to digital transformation is a hybrid cloud platform that operates consistently across any cloud, any app, and any device. Download the eBook to learn why VMware Cloud Foundation™ is the market-leading hybrid cloud solution that works consistently across... 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__label__wiki	0.614187	0.614187	Inside Athletic The Premier Source For Athletic Club News And Information Players On Loan CD Basconia Club History and Identity Lezama Academy & Facilities Osasuna 1-2 Athletic Club: Lions Break El Sadar Posted on November 24, 2019 by @InsideAthletic Leave a comment One streak had to end on Sunday when Athletic traveled to Pamplona. Osasuna had gone 31 straight games without a loss at home entering the match, but the Lions had won their last three trips to El Sadar. Both sides fully understood the magnitude of this Basque Derby and there was an exciting intensity from the opening whistle until the very last kick of the ball. Osasuna came out with energy and an impressive press that made things difficult for Athletic. However, the Zurigorri eventually found ways to beat it and started to take the ball forward. After just 8 minutes Raúl García would put the ball in the back of the net but the flag was up. A VAR review upheld the offside decision though the replay showed it could have gone either way. The goal may not have stood but it gave Athletic the push needed to really take control of the game. Oihan Sancet, who was making his first start, played with confidence and was instrumental in the final third with sublime passing. Athletic’s relentlessness would be rewarded after 20 minutes when one of those Sancet passes found Iñaki Williams running into the box. The striker tucked his shot in the far corner to give the Lions a 1-0 lead. Just minutes later Sancet nearly set up Williams for another goal with a ball over the top of the defense. However, the goalkeeper was able to get to it just before Williams had the chance to chip the ball into the back of the net. Osasuna never called off their press which left plenty of space for Athletic to utilize, though the hosts looked dangerous every time they won the ball back. Athletic had another opportunity to put a shot on goal in the 37th minute but Osasuna managed to intercept the ball in the box. Los Rojillos then sped forward with numbers and scored, but the flag was up. Several Athletic players had failed to track back after turning the ball over which could have been a changing point in the match had Osasuna’s goal not been offside. The final 10 minutes of the first half saw Osasuna dominate possession and chances. Unai Simón was forced to make two incredible saves to keep the home side scoreless going into the break. Raúl García was in pain as the teams left the field and was taken off to start the second half with Kenan Kodro taking his place. Athletic celebrate the winning goal at El Sadar (AC) Osasuna continued to push for an equalizer and took command of the game very quickly. Los Rojillos nearly equalized in the 56th minute with a ball into the box but saw the shot pushed over the crossbar. The onslaught continued and Gaizka Garitano would soon bring on Mikel San José to help control the pace of play. However, the home side wouldn’t be denied forever. With just 15 minutes left to play Osasuna would find their goal. A cross was tipped by Marc Cardona and fell to Chimy Ávila who poked the ball past Simón to level the score. Just when it seemed as though Osasuna’s unbeaten streak would continue, and perhaps they could even get the winner, a familiar face spoiled the party. San José would head the ball over the top of the defense in the 79th minute which fell to Iñigo Lekue. The winger tried to tip the ball around a defender but it fell to Kenan Kodro who settled and put the ball into the back of the net to restore Athletic’s lead. Osasuna tried to rescue a point in the remaining minutes but were unable to do so as the game ended in a 2-1 win for Athletic. It was a very special night for several players, but two reached important milestones. Iñaki Williams played his 133rd consecutive game in La Liga, a club record, while Mikel San José make his 300th league appearance. The victory would see Athletic move into 5th place in the La Liga table with the chance to climb even higher next Sunday when they host Granada at San Mamés. tagged with Athletic, Athletic Bilbao, Athletic Club, Gaizka Garitano, Inaki Williams, Inigo Lekue, Kenan Kodro, La Liga, Mikel San Jose, Osasuna, Raul Garcia, Unai Simon https://insideathletic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Season-4-Episode-2.wav Athletic Club 0-1 Cadíz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMrGlGz4tKE Inside Athletic on Twitter Inside Athletic Podcast Season 3, Episode 27: A Disappointing End To The Season Season 3, Episode 26: Much Ado About VAR 1 Atlético de Madrid 16 41 13 2 1 2 Real Madrid 18 37 11 4 3 3 Barcelona 18 34 10 4 4 4 Villarreal 19 33 8 9 2 5 Sevilla 18 33 10 3 5 6 Real Sociedad 19 30 8 6 5 7 Granada 19 28 8 4 7 8 Real Betis 19 26 8 2 9 9 Cádiz 19 24 6 6 7 10 Getafe 18 23 6 5 7 11 Celta Vigo 19 23 6 5 8 12 Levante 18 22 5 7 6 13 Athletic Bilbao 18 21 6 3 9 14 Valencia 18 19 4 7 7 15 Eibar 18 19 4 7 7 16 Real Valladolid 19 19 4 7 8 17 Deportivo Alavés 19 18 4 6 9 18 Elche 17 17 3 8 6 19 Osasuna 18 15 3 6 9 20 Huesca 19 12 1 9 9	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line910
__label__cc	0.571057	0.428943	Magic News August 12, 2005 Ryan Swigert: Return to His Roots Ryan Swigert – Parlour Magic We’ve written high praise for Ryan Swigert in the past but only because he deserved it. Otherwise we would have trashed him out of jealousy. We’re like that: petty, small-minded, jealous, and unbalanced. Mr. Swigert, on the other paw, is more thoughtful, skilled, and even-keeled. We could be that way too but we can’t afford the co-pay. Mr. Swigert is from Cincinnati (Ohio), a grad of the local high school, and the University of Cincinnati but his talent has enabled his world-wide travels. He’s performed for Snoop Doggie Dog a/k/a Snoop Dogg and Kristi Yamaguchi a/k/a Kristi Yamaguchi. He’s only 27-years-old so he’s still got a ton of time to travel, invent additional magic, and inspire others. He’s also got a great gig coming up at the beautiful Cincinnatian Hotel right on Vine Street in the heart of the city that gave us Pete Rose, Chili on Spaghetti, and Haines House of Cards. He’ll perform two shows a night in his new presentation Ryan Swigert’s Parlour Magic. You can see him perform at 7:00 or 9:00 pm August 19th, September 2nd, 16th, 23rd and 30th. Mr. Swigert hopes to provide an intimate performance in a true parlour-type setting. Consequently only 30 seats will be available for each show. Mr. Swigert tells the Cincinnati Enquirer parlour magic is not only fun for the performer but gets the audience involved as well. He plans on having at least one audience member involved in each trick. He wants to bring magic back into its more intimate past. You can read more about the show and Mr. Swigert at his web site, ryanswigert.com. You can also read a neat interview with Mr. Swigert in the Cincinnati Enquirer. Tickets are only $25.00. You’ll need to book early to avoid disappointment. And we know disappointment: sitting on the edge of a roll-away cot, crying like a girl, blaming others for not being “special enough,” wondering if your plasma has recharged enough to make another $25.00 at the blood bank. Don’t be disappointed. Be happy. See the show by a guy we are forced to admire but only because he’s good and a decent person. No Regrets This Time: Mindvention Scheduled The First Psychic – New Book From Peter Lamont	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line911
__label__wiki	0.901016	0.901016	‘We know suffering’: Refugees and Jordanians come to aid of displaced Syrians Posted on July 05, 2018, 2:15 pm Between 270,000 and 330,000 Syrians have been internally displaced by fighting in Daraa (AFP) “From the home of the dead, we are watching the dying,” said Nader Daoud, one several Jordanians and Syrian refugees standing in the Turaa cemetery on Tuesday in the city of Ramtha near the border with Syria. Our children will give up their clothes for them, they understand the depth of the human suffering of their Syrian brethren – Amin Tobasi, volunteer From their vantage point, the onlookers in Jordan could see plumes of smoke in the distance, as the Syrian city of Daraa and its surroundings – which have been the site of fierce fighting since mid-June – stood a mere seven kilometres away. But Daoud and the others were not merely gathered to be spectators to the violence – they were also observing as trucks filled with humanitarian aid they had helped collect entered Syria. Onlookers gather in the Ramtha cemetery in Jordan to watch aid trucks enter southern Syria, as smoke can be seen in the distance (MEE/Mohammad Ersan) Jordan has kept border crossings with Syria closed for two years, and since the uptick in violence in Syria's south has refused to take in any of those displaced by the fighting, arguing it is already struggling under the weight of hosting as many as 1.3 million Syrian refugees. The United Nations estimates that between 270,000 and 330,000 people have been displaced in southern Syria since 19 June, many of whom have been left without shelter in the sweltering heat, vulnerable to deadly scorpions and snakes. Some Jordanians have taken up the slogan "open the borders" to urge the government to reverse its decision to deny refugees entry to the country. But with no sign of that happening, and as the number of internally displaced Syrians along the border with Jordan and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights grows, Jordanians from across the country launched a campaign to collect humanitarian aid to send to Syria. Grassroots campaign The grassroots campaign began on 1 July, initiated by a number of activists on social media in response to the Jordanian authorities' stance. Amjad Thiabat, a car mechanic in Ramtha, put out a video by Facebook calling on people to contribute that quickly went viral, and soon contributions began pouring in from across the country. "We are opposed to closing the border,” Thiabat told MEE. “But if the government insists on closing the border and it has security concerns, we will send them relief. "Children have contributed their toys, others gave up the money in their piggy banks," said Amin Tobasi, a volunteer from the Palestinian refugee camp of al-Husn. An imam in al-Husn, Tobasi helped coordinate the collection of 12 small trucks worth of bottled water, nappies, bread, canned food, biscuits, clothes and blankets. People in this Palestinian refugee camp know what it means to be in want, and they realise the depth of the crisis in Syria "Despite the extreme poverty in the camp we were surprised by the size of the support," Tobasi told MEE. "But people in this Palestinian refugee camp know what it means to be in want, and they realise the depth of the crisis in Syria. “If Arab governments have abandoned the people of Syria, we have not," he added. "Our children will give up their clothes for them, they understand the depth of the human suffering of their Syrian brethren.” The generosity of the public has produced dozens of trucks worth of food, medicine and other goods, Thiabat told MEE. Contributions have converged in a public area of Ramtha known locally as Hajj Square. Jordanians collect food, water and medicine in the city of Ramtha to send to Syrians displaced by fighting in Daraa (MEE/Mohammad Ersan) To the sound of Hourani folklore music, volunteer Abu Ayham has worked for more than six days collecting and sorting through donations. "We are still collecting food items and badly needed medicine, as well as water,” he told MEE. “The number of displaced people is large and growing every day.” Governmental assistance By the second day of the popular campaign to collect aid for Syrians trapped behind the dirt berms at the border, the Jordanian government had joined the campaign and put the semi-governmental Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) in charge of collecting the contributions and getting them to those in need in Syria by way of the Jordanian army. After being collected by volunteers in Ramtha, the donations are transferred to JHCO warehouses, after which the organisation loads them onto Syrian-plated trucks that cross the usually shuttered Ramtha and Nassib border crossings with Jordanian army escorts. Once in Syria, the aid is handed over to local tribes, who then distribute it to the displaced people. "It is good to receive the government's help through the JHCO to collect funds, because the government has the ability to send aid outside the border. But the process of sending aid is very slow," Thiabat said. At least five trucks have had to backtrack into Jordan due to fighting, according to JHCO head Ayman Mefleh. The biggest challenge that delays the delivery of humanitarian aid to displaced Syrians is the absence of any organised group that can distribute these products – Ayman Mefleh, head of the JHCO "The biggest challenge that delays the delivery of humanitarian aid to displaced Syrians is the absence of any organised group that can distribute these products,” Mefleh told MEE. “We are working on creating a more organised system to improve our delivery of humanitarian products." Jordanian government spokeswoman Jumana Ghunaimat said that it aimed to have three safe corridors inside Syria to bring the aid to those in need. Thiabat said despite Jordanian authorities participation in the relief efforts, calls to open the border crossings would continue, as he appeared to doubt the governments motivations. "The governments role is to participate in collecting and sending aid to improve its image locally and internationally after closing the border in refugees' faces," he said. “But at the very least, the government should let women, children and the elderly enter, given that they are the vulnerable groups, who cannot sleep out in the open in the heat under the sun." Former Israeli minister goes on trial over charges of spying for Iran Netherlands expels two Iranian embassy staff Netanyahu is in trouble, but who will replace him? / Feb 16 KSA looks forward to ‘best entertainment year ever’ Algeria ex-PM questioned in widening probe into longtime elite	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line914
__label__cc	0.521525	0.478475	IN on Deck – pivot until you see results! We doing a lot pivoting in hope of finding our sweet spot for our beta blog! We are going back to our deal that closed model for few weeks with few changes to make it more interesting. We will still try to “Say Provocative statements that intelligent people argue about fast without dotting your i’s and crossing your t’s. As life is all about fun and results!” QUOTE (Going for provocative ) Throw shit on the wall and things stick. Throw shit on wall with a dart board and you get better results! DATA DUMP DEALS We took Sauce company public back in the shell days and did reverse merger for early stage BioTech that need public shell. Getting deal funded is all what is about (i.e. results). If you want to meet with our team of experts, we can provide amazing events in DC, LA, La Jolla/San Diego, NYC, and worldwide! And now deal dump that show the market is active: • Sauce Labs, a San Francisco provider of cloud-based testing for mobile and web applications, raised $70 million in funding from Centerview Capital Technology, IVP, and Adams Street Partners. • CareCloud, a provider of cloud-based healthcare solutions for physicians, raised $31.5 million in Series C funding. Blue Cloud Ventures led the round, and was joined by the PNC Financial Services Group and First Data Corporation. • MacroPoint, a Cleveland-based developer of automated location tracking software, raised $44 million in funding from Susquehanna Growth Equity. • xAd, a New York City-based location marketing and advertising platform, raised $42.5 million in Series E funding. Eminence Capital led the round, and was and joined by W Capital, IVP, and Emergence Capital. • Nutmeg, a U.K. provider of digital wealth management services, raised £30 million ($37.2 million). Hong Kong financial advisory firm Convoy led the round, and was joined by Schroders, Balderton Capital, Pentech, and Armada Investment Group. • eOriginal, a Baltimore software firm focused on the management of financial asset documentation, raised $26.5 million from Philadelphia-based private equity firm LLR Partners. • Quantopian, a Boston-based online platform for developing and testing investment algorithms, raised $25 million in Series C funding. Andreessen Horowitz led the round, and was joined by Bessemer Venture Partners, Point72 Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Spark Capital. • Logz.io, an Israeli log analytics software provider, raised $16 million in Series B funding. OpenView led the round, and was joined by 83North and Giza. • Catapult Health, a Dallas provider of worksite preventive healthcare checkups, raised $10.1 million in Series B funding from UCHealth, according to Healthcare Daily. Read more. • Siemplify, a New York City online information security platform, raised $10 million in funding. 83North and G20 Ventures led the round, with participation from angel investors. • Musement, a Milan-based digital platform for travel booking company, raised $10 million in Series B funding, according to TechCrunch. Micheli Associati led the round, and was joined by P101, and 360 Capital Partners. Read more. • Ava, a Zurich-based company that makes fertility-tracking wearable devices, raised $9.7 million in a Series A funding. Polytech Ventures led the round, and was joined by Blue Ocean Ventures, Global Sources, Swisscom, and ZKB. • Zugata, a Palo Alto, Calif. mobile performance review platform for employees, raised $7 million in Series A funding. Investors include Canaan Partners, General Catalyst, and Redpoint Ventures. • Prynt, a San Francisco startup that builds printers for smartphone cases, raised $7 million in Series A funding. GGV Capital led the round. • GoZefo, an Indian refurbished furniture marketplace, raised Rs 40 crore ($5.9 million) in funding, according to The Economic Times. Sequoia Indialed the round, and was joined by Beenext and Helion Ventures. Read more. • PlaySimple Games, an Indian mobile social gaming startup, raised Rs 27 crore ($5 million) in Series A funding, according to The Economic Times. SAIF Partners and IDG Ventures India led the round. Read more. • Midaxo, a Finnish provider of mergers and acquisitions software, raised $4 million in Series A funding. EOC Capital and Finnish Industry Investmentsled the round. • Employment Hero, an Australian HR, payroll, and employee benefits platform, closed its Series A round at AU$4.5 million ($3.4 million), according to ZDNet. AirTree Ventures, One Ventures, and AMP Ventures all participated. Read more. • Gluru, a London-based task management platform, raised $2 million in seed funding. Investors include British Sussex Place Ventures, SAATCHiNVEST, GECAD, and Playfair Capital. • Kit, a New York City-based platform for product recommendations, raised about $2.5 million in seed funding. Investors include Slow Ventures, Social Capital, Precursor Ventures, April Underwood, Ellen Pao, Authentic Ventures, BATF, and Expa. • Genetesis, a Cincinnati-based medical device startup that helps physicians detect and characterize cardiac rhythm disorders, raised $1.2 million in seed financing. CincyTech and Radical Investments led the round, with participation from Loud Capital, Danmar Capital, Wilson Sonsini Investment Company, Genetesis management, and angel investors. More to come every day possible! Just text me +1 858-869-9483 with deal or referral anytime! 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__label__wiki	0.681575	0.681575	Last edited by Gokazahn 1 edition of The office effect found in the catalog. The office effect Craig Zuckerman feel it, find it, fix it : a step-by-step method for relieving work related pain & improving posture by Craig Zuckerman Published 2011 by CMC Fitness Solutions in [S.l.] . Health and hygiene, Overuse injuries, Exercise therapy, Posture disorders, Popular works, Computer users, Prevention, Statement by Craig Zuckerman & Matt Williamson Contributions Williamson, Matt People in business writing classes have been asking for ways to know whether affect or effect is are my best tips for choosing the appropriate word. If you are choosing a noun, your correct choice will be effect 99 percent of the time.. The medicine had no effect on her condition.; In the lab it is difficult to duplicate the effect of the weather on the siding. Directed by Brian Baumgartner. With Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, B.J. Novak. 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__label__cc	0.612223	0.387777	SUMMER MOVED ON WATERCOLOURS IN THE RAIN WICKED GAME A CORNISH AFFAIR SHADOWS ON THE WATER JO LAMBERT WRITER OF WEST COUNTRY ROMANCE Tea and Talk at Sally Lunn’s with Author Neil Spring Posted on October 25, 2013 by Jo Lambert - Author Welcome Neil to Tea and Talk at Sally Lunn’s. You have the honour of being my first male interviewee. Thank you, I am flattered. Can I start our chat by asking you a little about yourself? Yes, by all means. What made you want to become an author? I’m not sure I ever sat down and consciously thought, ‘I want to be an author.’ I don’t know if many writers do. I think writers just write. It’s a compulsion. For me it began with an idea about a subject in which I have always been deeply fascinated – the prospect of life after death. Why people choose to believe and why they don’t. From there, I found my subject: Borley Rectory – the most haunted house in England. Can you tell us a little about your debut novel Ghost Hunters? What influenced you to write this? The Borley Rectory haunting has it all. “The Most Haunted House in England?” A house so haunted that objects frequently fly through the air unbidden, and locals avoid the grounds for fear of facing the spectral nun that walks there… It’s the perfect ghost story: a cast of complex, competing characters and a dark, terrifying legend. And amazingly, no one has ever dramatised the tale! I wanted to change that. Harry Price was the nation’s first paranormal investigator, a professional ghost hunter. He dedicated his life to investigating unusual phenomena, and lengthy investigation of Borley rectory seemed a logical way in to the story. I soon realised that he, perhaps more than Borley, was the most interesting aspect of the case: the more I discovered about Price’s private life and his curious, contradictory beliefs, which oscillated between scepticism and belief, the more I was fascinated by this historical character and its dramatic potential. I wanted to know what set Price on his path of investigation into the unknown? And, perhaps more intriguingly, why did other intelligent people – many of them academics and scientists – follow him on that path? The problem was the many phenomena reported at Borley down the years: so many fantastic events, spanning a period in excess of twenty years, with no connecting thread… I struggled, at first, to see how any coherent and consistent tale could be woven around the subject. But I did my research and discovered that Harry Price had employed a young secretary with whom he was very close. That was it! The inspiration for my narrator, Sarah Grey. In The Ghost Hunters, we see the investigation of Borley Rectory through her eyes, as it might have happened. How long did it take and what sort of research was involved? A visit to the Harry Price Library of Magical Literature at Senate House, Bloomsbury, became a source of inspiration for me to dig deeper into the history of the Borley Rectory. In fact, this is where the novel begins, in 1977, and it is from here that readers enter into the pasT. The characters at Borley, the people who interacted with Harry Price at his Laboratory were part of a grieving nation, a nation that needed something to believe in after the atrocities of the First World War. It was an era choked with grief and longing for hope. I came to the material gradually, over the course of many months, reading all of Price’s personal letters, and articles written by people who worked with him. Exhausting! It took me three to four years of research, four drafts and a rewriting of the last chapter twelve times to come up with the final result. I hope it was worth it. Are you planning to stay with ghosts and ghost hunters or will your next book be different? I’m halfway through writing the first draft of my second novel now, actually. I can’t say what it’s about yet, but it is again based on a true story and if you read The Ghost Hunters, there are more than a few clues about what the second novel will deal with. Ghosts? No. But dark forces that threaten the innocence of youth? Very much so. This time I am looking at what happens to a remote community when it is threatened with the unknown. Have you any particular authors who have influenced you? Oh, so many! But M.R. James and Lovecraft come top of the list. Lovecraft in particular is a master of the genre, whose Shadow Over Insmouth remains, in my view, one of the best stories ever written. The story describes a young man’s discovery of a strange race, that dwell in a remote coastal town. When not writing what do you like to read? I love reading philosophy and books on the unexplained. I’m a sucker for newspapers, too, particularly the property sections in the Sundays, where I marvel at the houses I’d love to own but will never afford! Now for the more frivolous questions: If you were inviting four famous people to dinner, who would they be and why would you invite them? The Secretary of State for Defence, so I could quiz him about the Government’s rather dubious policy on UFO sightings; Russell T Davis, because I think he is one of the most influential writers of our generation; the actor Tom Baker, because he was the best Dr Who; And if he was still alive, Harry Price, so I could watch his face as I present him with the book he inspired! If you were marooned on a desert island name three essential things you would want to have with you. I couldn’t be without my I-pad, to download books. The very best of Andrew Lloyd Webber. And a nesspresso coffee machine. I LOVE coffee. Many thanks Neil and all good wishes for your launch. For more information about Neil and his work check out the social networking links below. www.neilspring.com Twitter: @Neilspring Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Neilspring.author Author: Jo Lambert - Author Directs fictional destinies. Living on the edge of a wonderful Georgian city. Addicted to Arthurian legend, good wine, and rock music. Writes...mostly about love View All Posts Previous Post Thoughts on a Thursday Afternoon… Next Post November already?? 2 thoughts on “Tea and Talk at Sally Lunn’s with Author Neil Spring” laurie27wsmith says: Always good to hear about other authors. Kit says: This book sounds right up my street, as am seriously into ghosts and the paranormal and always seeking an explanation. Definitely a must read. Great interview. Thanks, Jo for bringing Neil to my attention. 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While some may be of Biblical origin, inspired by the Old Testament, others may be inspired by different languages and mythologies and carry deep meaning. Short names can surely be edgy and cool, but if you want to choose an elegant name for your baby boy, why not explore some long baby boy names? Check out our list of long names and pick the perfect name for your baby based on what you like. For more inspiration on baby names for boys, check out our articles on elegant boy names and old man names. Long Traditional Names For Baby Boys Want to keep your long baby name more traditional? You might find something you like in our list of elegant names below. 1. Bartholomew (Aramaic origin), a unique, traditional name that means "son of Talmai". In the New Testament, Bartholomew was one of Jesus Christ's disciples. 2. Beauregard (French origin), a classic name meaning "beautiful gaze". 3. Cleveland (English origin), meaning "from the cliff land". 4. Constantine (Latin origin), a strong male name meaning "steadfast". Emperor Constantine the Great was the first Roman emperor who adopted Christianity. 5. Godfrey (French origin), this name means "God's peace". 6. Hezekiah (Hebrew origin), the name means "God strengthens". This is one of the traditional long boy names you can use for your son. 7. Humphrey (German origin), a strong baby boy name meaning "peaceful ruler". 8. Isaiah (Hebrew origin), the name means "God is salvation". 9. Malachi (Hebrew origin), the name means "God's messenger". 10. Napoleon (Italian origin), a long old man name meaning "the new city's lion". Napoleon Bonaparte was a renowned French emperor in the 17th century. 11. Nehemiah (Hebrew origin), this traditional long boy name means "God has comforted". 12. Obadiah (Hebrew origin), this name means "work of God". 13. Osiris (Egyptian origin), meaning "strong eyesight". 14. Quillon (French origin), meaning "crossed swords". 15. Remington (Old English origin), this long baby name means "raven estate". 16. Salvatore (Italian origin), among the long baby names that mean "savior". 17. Swithun (Old English origin), this baby name means "swift". 18. Uzziah (Hebrew origin), this traditional long boy name means "God is my friend". Modern Long Boy Names Looking for a long name that keeps up with modern times? Choose a name you like from our list of modern long baby boy names. 19. Adrian (Latin origin), the name means "water" or "sea". 20. Alistair (Scottish origin), this strong boy name means "the people's defender". 21. Anthony (Latin origin), meaning "one who is priceless". 22. Avalon (Latin, Welsh origin), meaning "isle of fruit trees". It's also the name of the island depicted in Arthurian legend. 23. Brendan (Irish origin), the name means "prince". 24. Castiel (Hebrew origin), the name means "God is my cover". 25. Clifford (English origin), the name means "ford by a cliff". 26. Damien (Greek origin), the name means "the people's strong man". 27. Dario (Persian origin), the name means "one who possesses goodness". 28. Dominic (Latin, American origin), a male name meaning "God". 29. Elian (Spanish origin), the name means "light". 30. Elijah (Hebrew origin), a boy's name meaning "Lord God". 31. Eliseo (Latin origin), the name means "God is my salvation". 32. Emerson (English origin), the name means "son of Emar", this is a brilliant first name that is often used as a last name too. 33. Emilio (Italian origin), the name means "to strive or excel at something". 34. Enrique (Spanish origin), the name means "one who heads the household". 35. Eugene (Greek origin), the name means "one who is well-born". 36. Evander (Greek origin), the name means "a good man". 37. Ezekiel (Hebrew origin), the name means "strength of God". 38. Ferdinand (German origin), the name means "protection". 39. Fernando (Spanish origin), the name means "adventurer". Among the trendy baby names. 40. Gideon (Hebrew origin), the name means "great warrior". 41. Griffin (Irish origin), the name means "strong lord". 42. Guillermo (Spanish origin), the name means "one whose will is as strong as a helmet". 43. Holden (English origin), the name means "from the hollow valley". 44. Hubert (German origin), this name means "bright mind". Fun fact: Hubert Blaine Wolfeschlegelsteinhausenbergerdorff Sr. is the longest boy name ever. 45. Ignatius (Latin origin), a strong male name meaning "fiery one". 46. Julian (Latin origin), a male name that means "one who is dedicated or devoted to Jupiter". 47. Killian (Irish origin), the name means "small church". 48. Lawrence (Latin origin), a boy name meaning "bright". Popular among the long baby names for boys. 49. Lorenzo (Latin origin), meaning "from Laurentium". 50. Luciano (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian origin), the name means "light". 51. Maynard (German origin), meaning "brave". 52. Neville (French origin), this name means "new town". 53. Orion (Greek origin), this name means "son of fire". 54. Oswald (German origin), the name means "divine power". 55. Roberto (Italian origin), a name meaning "bright fame". 56. Solomon (Hebrew origin), the name means "man of peace". 57. Tennesse (Native American origin), this boy's name means "a place for gathering". 58. Tennyson (English origin), the name means "son of Dennis". 59. Wallace (Scottish origin), the name means "foreigner". Long Boy Names With Nicknames Looking to explore some long boy names that can be shortened into a nickname? This is our list of baby names that can be elegant and long, or short and sweet. 60. Abraham (Hebrew origin), meaning "father of the multitudes". Can be shortened to Abe, Abram. Derived from the Old Testament. 61. Alessandro (Italian origin), meaning "the people's defender". Can be shortened to Alessio, Sandro. 62. Alexander (Greek origin), a strong male name meaning "protector of the people". Can be shortened to Alex, Xander if you like. Namesake: Alexander the Great. 63. Alfred (English origin), this old man name means "wise". Can be shortened to Alfie. 64. Anderson (Greek origin), meaning "son of Andrew". Can be shortened to Andy. 65. Archibald (German origin), meaning "noble" and "bright". Can be shortened to Archie. 66. Atticus (Latin origin), meaning "one who belongs to Attica" or "Athenian". Can be shortened to Attie. 67. Augustine (Latin origin), meaning "venerable". Can be shortened to Gus, August. 68. Balthazar (Hebrew origin), meaning "one who safeguards the King". Can be shortened to Balto. 69. Barnaby (English origin), meaning "son of consolation". Can be shortened to Barnie. 70. Barrett (German origin), meaning "as strong as a bear". Can be shortened to Barrie. 71. Benedict (Latin origin), meaning "blessed". Can be shortened to Benny. 72. Benicio (Spanish origin), meaning "one who is benevolent". Can be shortened to Benny. 73. Benjamin (Hebrew origin), meaning "son of the right hand". Can be shortened to Benji. 74. Brandon (Celtic origin), meaning "from the beacon hill". Can be shortened to Bran. 75. Broderick (Welsh, Norse, Irish origin), meaning "blood brother". Can be shortened to Brod, Brody if you like. 76. Cameron (Scottish origin), meaning "bent or crooked nose". Can be shortened to Cam. 77. Caspian (English origin), refers to the Caspian sea. Can be shortened to Casper. 78. Channing (English, Irish origin), this baby name means "young wolf". Can be shortened to Chan. 79. Christopher (Greek origin), meaning "bearer of Christ". Can be shortened to Chris, Christo. 80. Cornelius (Latin origin), this old man name means "horn". Can be shortened to Connie. 81. Dashiell (French origin), meaning "heaven" or "sky". Can be shortened to Dash. 82. Demetrius (Latin, Greek origin), meaning "one who is devoted to Demeter (Goddess of Harvest)". Can be shortened to Demmy. 83. Donovan (Irish origin), meaning "dark princeling". Can be shortened to Don, Donny. 84. Douglas (Scottish origin), meaning "dark river". Can be shortened to Doug. 85. Finnegan (Irish origin), meaning "son of the fair haired one". Can be shortened to Finn. 86. Francisco (Spanish origin), meaning "a free man". Can be shortened to Francis. 87. Frederick (German origin), a strong name meaning "peaceful ruler". Can be shortened to Fred. 88. Gabriel (Hebrew origin), meaning "God is my strength". Can be shortened to Gabe. 89. Giovanni (Hebrew origin), meaning "God is gracious". Can be shortened to Gio, Van. 90. Gregory (Latin origin), meaning "alert" or "watchful". Can be shortened to Greg. 91. Harrison (English origin), meaning "son of Harry". Can be shortened to Harry, Harris. 92. Immanuel (Hebrew origin), meaning "God is with us". Can be shortened to Manuel. 93. Jamieson (Scottish origin), meaning "son of James". Can be shortened to James, Jamie. 94. Jeremiah (Hebrew origin), meaning "God will rise". Can be shortened to Jeremy, Jerry. 95. Jericho (Greek origin), the name means "moon city". Can be shortened to Jerry. 96. Jonathan (Hebrew origin), this long name means "God has given". Can be shortened to Johnny, Nathan, Jonah. Jonathan was King Saul's son in the Old Testament. 97. Kenneth (Irish origin), the name means "handsome". Can be shortened to Ken, Kenny. 98. Leonardo (Latin origin), meaning "lion". Can be shortened to Leo. 99. Leopold (German origin), meaning "bold people". Can be shortened to Leo. 100. Matteo (Italian origin), the name means "gift from God". Can be shortened to Matt, Mattie. 101. Maximilian (Latin origin), meaning "greatest". Can be shortened to Max, Maxie, Milan. 102. Montgomery (English, Scottish, Irish origin), meaning "man from the hill" or "manpower". Can be shortened to Monty. 103. Muhammed (Arabic origin), the name means "commendable." Can be shortened to Ahmed. Inspired by Prophet Muhammad. 104. Nathaniel (Hebrew origin), the name means "God has given". Can be shortened to Nathan, Nate, Niel. 105. Nicholas (Greek origin), a strong name that means "triumph of the people". Can be shortened to Nick. 106. Nicholson (English origin), meaning "son of Nicol". Can be shortened to Nick if you like. 107. Randolph (English origin), a strong name meaning "shield wolf". Can be shortened to Randy. 108. Raymond (French origin), a strong name meaning "defender". Can be shortened to Ray. 109. Reginald (German origin), meaning "ruler". Can be shortened to Reggie. 110. Roderick (German origin), meaning "glory" or "ruler". Can be shortened to Roddy, Rick. 111. Sebastian (Latin origin), meaning "venerable". Can be shortened to Seb, Bastian. 112. Theodore (Greek origin), meaning "given by God". Can be shortened to Theo. 113. Thomas (Aramaic origin), this name means "twin". Can be shortened to Tom, Tommy. 114. Timothy (Hebrew origin), this name means "one who honors God". Can be shortened to Tim. 115. Vladimir (Slavic origin), a strong name meaning "great ruler". Can be shortened to Vlad. 116. Zachariah (Hebrew origin), this long name means "God has remembered". Can be shortened to Zack. Kidadl has lots of great names articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for long boy names then why not take a look at something different like posh boys names or elegant girls names. At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents. We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. 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__label__cc	0.552221	0.447779	Kiefner & Associates Applus+ RTD Kiefner in brief The Applus+ Group Tools and Publications Home → Article → Selective Seam Weld Corrosion – How Big is the Problem? Selective Seam Weld Corrosion – How Big is the Problem? Michael Uloko, BSc, MSc Senior Engineer II (Pipeline) Kiefner and Associates, Inc. What Is Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Selective seam weld corrosion (SSWC) is a type of corrosion that affects the bondline region and heat affected zone (HAZ) of the longitudinal seam of a pipeline forming grooves in the seam. The term “selective” refers to the preferential attack of the weld zone rather than the adjacent base metal. SSWC can be internal or external, and has been reported in both gas and liquid pipelines. This type of corrosion has been observed mostly in older vintage pipes, particularly those manufactured prior to 1970 and manufactured using direct-current electric resistance welding (DC-ERW), low-frequency electric resistance welding (LF-ERW), and flash welding. The following figures show metallographic sections of some welds affected by SSWC. Research has shown that a number of factors may be responsible for promoting SSWC, among them are the following [1], [2] : a) galvanic reaction between the base metal and the seam weld; b) differences in corrosion rates for different steel phases; c) inclusions and chemistry segregation in the weldment; d) crevices formed between inclusions and steel; e) sulfur enrichment; and f) absence of post-weld normalizing heat treatment (PWHT). These factors are related mainly to the limitation in technology and quality control processes employed in pipe manufacturing methods during the pre-1970 era. Many of the issues that rendered older vintage pipes susceptible to this threat were eliminated when pipe manufacturers began to switch from DC- or LF-ERW to a high frequency ERW (HF-ERW), most of which occurred between 1960 and 1970. Also, PWHT of ERW seams was introduced into both API specification 5L and 5LX in March 1967 which led to improvement in the quality of the weld zone by minimizing hard micro structures and reduced susceptibility of ERW seams to SSWC threat. This is not suggesting that all seams produced using HF-ERW are not susceptible to this threat. A study completed by Kiefner and Associates, Inc. (Kiefner) for DOT PHMSA [3] shows that in-service failures in HF-ERW due to SSWC have been reported as well. However, occurrences of release incidents due to this threat in HF-ERW are not as common as in DC- and LF-ERW seams. Where SSWC has been reported in HF-ERW seam it has been mostly limited to pipe seams produced prior to 1985, or with high sulfur content exceeding 0.01% and carbon content greater than 0.1 by weight. [4] The fact that SSWC is prevalent in seams produced in a particular era under similar coating and CP conditions suggests that it is driven, not only by classic corrosion mechanisms, but also by the properties of the seam material which renders it more susceptible to this threat. This implies that SSWC is a form of threat interaction between a “corrosion mechanism” and a “defective pipe seam”. Integrity management principles require that the operator consider integrity threat interaction. Where a lack of effective corrosion control exists simultaneously with a susceptible seam, the likelihood of a failure is significantly greater. Therefore any strategy developed to identify the presence, susceptibility and mitigation of SSWC threat must address these two important causative factors. Analysis of DOT Reportable Incidents It is important to understand the significance of this threat in the broader context of other pipeline threats. A useful way to evaluate this is to examine the relative number of incidents caused by this threat relative to other known interacting threats. The Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA) reportable incident database contains failure data for liquid and gas pipelines in the United States. [5] In 2016, Kiefner completed a research study for PHMSA with the objectives of enhancing understanding of interacting threats to pipeline integrity and minimizing the risk of incidents from threat interactions. This study examined incidents reported to PHMSA that were caused by interacting threat situations recognized in ASME B31.8S, API 1160, as well as other industry literature. 4, Kiefner reviewed 8, 468 incidents in hazardous liquid pipelines recorded from 1986 to 2015, out of which 527 incidents (approximately 6%), were attributed to interacting threats. Two thousand seven hundred and sixteen incidents in gas pipelines documented during the period between 1985 and 2015 were also reviewed; of these, 306 incidents, approximately 12%, involved threat interactions. The figure below shows 16 of the 23 identified threat interactions, including SSWC, responsible for most (over 75%) of the releases documented in PHMSA’s incident database. External and internal corrosion interacting with a longitudinal defective pipe seam (DPS) accounted for less than 10% of the incidents caused by threat interactions (Figure 2) and less than 1% of the total incidents evaluated. Most of the incidents caused by SSWC involved external corrosion (less than 6% of interacting threat incidents) compared to less than 2% involving internal corrosion. This suggests that implementing effective external corrosion control would significantly reduce the threat from SSWC. On account of the PHMSA incident data alone, it appears that SSWC is probably not a significant threat of concern. However, relying on these incident data alone in determining the significance of SSWC may not fully represent the broader risk posed by this threat. It should be noted that SSWC is a time-dependent threat, as such the potential risk of failure from this threat increases overtime where the pipeline is experiencing degradation due to this threat. Secondly, the presence of SSWC creates weaknesses in the pipe that render it susceptible to failure from other threats such as third party and incorrect operation, to name a couple. Considering that around 80% of the more than 2.5 million miles of pipelines currently installed in the Unites States were installed prior to 1970, it is prudent for operators to address this threat as well as other interacting threats in their Integrity Management Plan (IMP). The apparent low number of incidents from SSWC may be due in the most part to protection offered by coating and cathodic protection (CP) against corrosion. Industry experience has shown that some of the older pipelines may not be coated which, if there is disruption to CP, may expose these lines to this threat. Early coating types installed on vintage lines such as tape and asphalt enamel coating may disbond overtime, and in addition to their CP shielding behavior once disbonded, would render pipes vulnerable to SSWC threat even if the potential readings from existing CP system appear to meet the criteria stipulated by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) and regulatory guidelines for adequate CP. Integrity Implications of SSWC The interacting nature of SSWC threat presents an elevated risk for a number of reasons a) the localized corrosion typically occurs at a faster rate, of between 2 to 4 times the rate on base metal (or pipe body); b) pipe seams produced by DC- and LF-ERW generally tend to exhibit low toughness which could potentially lead to failure at lower stress levels; c) failure in low toughness seams, which is characteristic of DC- and LF-ERW seams, could result in a rupture; d) SSWC could interact with stable manufacturing seam flaws such as lack of fusion to cause a failure where one would otherwise not have occurred in the absence of the SSWC; e) SSWC features are axially oriented and may be difficult to find with a conventional magnetic flux leakage (MFL) tool and, where detected, may be difficult to characterize. While the grooves caused by SSWC are not as narrow as the separation planes of actual cracks, they may be narrow enough (crack-like) to produce integrity effects similar to cracks. Managing the Threat from Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Strategies for managing an SSWC threat will be discussed in a subsequent blog. However, a brief comment regarding the management of this threat is useful. Industry standards such as API 1160 provide useful guidelines for managing SSWC threats. The first step to controlling an SSWC threat is to determine whether your pipeline asset could potentially contain pipe seams that could be susceptible to it. This is consistent with new regulations that promote early identification and repair.[6] Where underlying data support potential susceptibility, the operator may need to conduct field investigations or laboratory tests on pipe samples to verify the presence of SSWC. Some of these tests may need to be conducted opportunistically when a section of the pipeline is excavated for in-situ integrity verifications or where pipe joints are removed from the pipeline for laboratory testing. Where there is evidence that SSWC exists, or is suspected, a comprehensive strategy for mitigation will be required. Kiefner has been involved in several leading industry studies that have provided better understanding of the significance and control of this threat. Our experts have extensive experience supporting pipeline operators in developing strategies for determining their assets’ potential susceptibility to SSWC, conducting tests on pipe samples to evaluate the presence and significance of SSWC identified, as well as developing strategies for managing the integrity of pipelines susceptible to this threat. [1] Brossia, S., “Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Literature Review”, DNV Report to PHMSA, April 2012. [2] Lukezich, S., “Susceptibility of Modern ERW Pipe to Selective Weld Seam Corrosion in Wet Environments”, Project PR-15-9306, Cat No: L51775, February 1998. [3] Kiefner, J. and Kolovich, K., “ERW and Flash Weld Seam Failures”, Final Report Prepared by Kiefner & Associates, Inc. for Battelle, Final Report No: 12-139, Task 1.4, September 24, 2012. [4] Kiefner Task III.B.3 Final Report, “DTPH56-14-H-0004 Improving Models to Consider Complex Loadings, Operational Considerations, and Interactive Threats”, Final Report No. 16-228, December 30, 2016. [5] www.phmsa.dot.gov [6] https://primis.phmsa.dot.gov/comm/FactSheets/FSSelectiveSeamCorrosion.htm On April 5, 2018 / Article / Comments Off on Selective Seam Weld Corrosion – How Big is the Problem? © 2015 Applus+ Kiefner \| Conditions of use and privacy policy \| Site Map \| Events \| RSS \| Entries (RSS) \| Commercial Terms and Conditions	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line943
__label__wiki	0.760082	0.760082	comfy season With the launch of Beam, Sonos was looking to gain awareness among a younger, media savvy demographic. The objective was to position Beam as the versatile speaker for the home, experienced through a cultural lens by means of a locally relevant activation. So, we teamed up with Dutch hip hop artist Faberyayo, who was about to release a collaborative album with Abel titled Comfy Season; an album all about getting the best out of the fall season and life indoors. In September, Sonos Home Amsterdam was transformed into a modern-day Hype Williams type wonderland, functioning as the center of the entire experience. The space functioned as a backdrop to the music video that was shot for the first release of the album, Online Shoppen (online shopping), after which it opened its doors as an experience for press, friends, family and fans of both Sonos and Yayo. NextWAX CASTINGNext gowtu \| BOSBOOM TOUSSAINTSTRAAT 49 \| 1054 AN amsterdam \| the netherlands \| info@gowtu.com	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line948
__label__wiki	0.911438	0.911438	Seplat Petroleum signs two loan facilities totaling USD 1bn – sources 08 Jan 2015 -Seplat Petroleum (LSE:SEPL, NSE:SEPLAT), a Nigerian oil and gas company, secured two debt facilities totaling USD1bn at the end of December 2014, said a source close to the deal and a banker close to the situation. The first is a USD 700m term agreement for 86 months, with an accordion option for another USD 700m. The loan will be used to refinance the firm’s existing reserve-based loans, said the source close to the deal. The company has three loan facilities drawn down totaling USD 590m, according to the company’s 3Q14 results presentation. First Bank of Nigeria, United Bank for Africa and Zenith Bank arranged the loan, said the banker, adding that Standard Bank was also involved in the deal as a lender. The facility pays Libor plus 8.75% and provides commitment fees of 25bps and other fees of 10bps, said the source close to the deal. The facility is secured against Seplat’s 45% interests in the oil fields OML 4, OML 38, OML 41, and its 40% interest in OPL 283, he continued. Seplat did not respond to a request for comment. The second loan is a club deal, said two bankers familiar with the situation. The USD 300m three-year corporate facility has an interest rate of Libor plus 6%, said the source close to the deal. BofA Merrill Lynch, Citigroup, FirstRand Bank, JPMorgan, Natixis, Nedbank, Standard Bank and Standard Chartered were involved in the deal, said the source, adding that Standard Chartered worked as facility agent. Seplat, which went public via a dual listing on the Nigerian and London exchanges in 2014, has a market capitalisation of GBP 634m. At the end of last year, Afren (LSE:AFR), a rival Nigerian oil and gas firm, announced it had received an approach from Seplat. Seplat reported USD 434m in cash on its balance sheet as of end-September. It generated revenues of USD 592m for the first nine months of 2014, down from USD 642m for the first nine months of the previous year. Net operating cash flow was USD 283m at the time of the 3Q14 results presentation. by Katie McQue and Davide Barbuscia Previous Tullow counters claims it is exiting Uganda Next UK government eyes Areva’s stake of Hinkley Point C – sources	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line952
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__label__cc	0.646814	0.353186	Wisconsin Dentist Charged With Breaking Teeth To Make More Money MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Wisconsin dentist is accused of damaging his patients’ teeth so that he could bill insurance companies for crown procedures. Scott Charmoli, 60, of Grafton, was charged Tuesday in federal court with eight counts of health care fraud and two counts of false statements. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Charmoli is accused of falsely telling patients that they needed crowns and then using his drill to break off parts of their teeth during the procedure. Charmoli submitted X-rays and photographs of the chipped teeth to insurance companies to obtain coverage for the crowns, the indictment says. Authorities say Charmoli performed more than $2 million worth of crown procedures between January 2018 and August 2019. Charmoli’s attorney, Nila Robinson, did not immediately respond to an email message left Thursday by The Associated Press. An arraignment and plea hearing are scheduled for Dec. 30. “The Justice Department focuses on prosecuting health care fraud not only to protect health care funds but also to protect patients who entrust their well being to providers,” U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger said in a statement. Filed Under: crime, Wisconsin	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line970
__label__cc	0.664586	0.335414	Leeds in Conversation Food & Drink, Let's Do Lunch Let’s Do Lunch at North Brewing Co’s Tap Room – and Little Bao Boy Stan Graham Not for the first time, my plans for the day had gone awry and also not for the first time the disaster turned to triumph. I had chosen a venue for my review before I left home rather than winging it as is my wont, but the place I had earmarked was not really suitable in that it didn’t have much of a choice and was basically an all day breakfast bar. What to do? My first thought was to cheer myself up by blowing the budget on somewhere fancy, but then I thought again and decided to treat myself by going to a place where I could rely on a good pint and hopefully a decent lunch. I have visited most of the North Brewing Co.’s pubs but never been to the new Tap Room in Sovereign Street, so I thought that I would pay them a call. I might very well be mistaken, I seem permanently to be so nowadays, but I think that the new building in which the Tap Room is situated used to be the site of the Queen’s Hall, which was Leeds’ main concert venue in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. It played host to such legends as The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Duran Duran and even Mr Acker Bilk and his Paramount Jazz Band. More significant than all of these, however, was that it was the annual venue for the Great British Beer Festival, so it seems like a great place to open a boozer. Thankfully, the new building is much better suited to dispensing beer than the old place, which was probably the worst in the world for serving ale, as it had a glass roof and the GBBF was always held in July or August, so the hall was turned into a huge greenhouse, meaning that your pint was at body temperature or above despite the cooling ‘snakes’ which were employed to keep the ale chilled. Incidentally, in winter it was not much better for staging bands because the sweat generated by the audience’s gyrations would condense on said glass roof, which in January would be freezing cold, and fall back to earth akin to a storm in the Amazon Rain Forest. Any road up, it is the here and now we are bothered about and the large modern bar area is a very pleasant space and laid out so that there is plenty of room either to sit down or mill around. What I like about North Brewery pubs is that they are all different and not clones of one another. I ordered a pint of Sputnik at £4.70 and then went to the food counter which is run by another Leeds institution, Little Bao Boy. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they have a lunchtime special, where you can have two baos for £7 which can be a £2 saving on the regular price. For those who are not familiar with these oriental delicacies, bao are fluffy discs of bread which are lovely and light because they are steamed rather than baked. For my two I chose the East Meets West, which was filled with pork shoulder slow cooked in chilli, soy sauce, ginger, apple juice, five spice and garlic. It is served with cucumber, spring onion, toasted sesame seeds, hoisin glaze and sriracha mayonnaise. Sriracha is another form of chilli sauce. Don’t be put off by the seeming excess of chilli – the bun was not an assault on the taste buds but subtly flavoured which, along with the other components, spanned the gamut of tastes. My second choice was Beer Battered Cauliflower. I think that cauliflower is my favourite vegetable and here it was fried in Sputnik beer batter mix and topped with similar goodies to the pork, except for the glaze. Not only were they both excellent but were also able to be eaten in the hand without disintegrating, a plus when you are wearing pale brown chinos and a white shirt. The pork was beautifully unctuous and tender whilst the cauliflower still had a crispness to the stalk of the floret. Perfect. What also made the day complete was that there is outside seating; not the greatest view in the world, granted, which I made use of and wondered why so many people go to sandwich shops when there is food like this available at the same price, if not cheaper. Once again I have had a great lunch at a Plan B venue, which just goes to show what a great place Leeds is at the moment when it comes to dining out, even in a beer hall. If you are not adventurous enough to try the bao buns, might I recommend your calling at the North Bar in New Briggate, where you can get the great Yorkshire lunch of a pint and a pork pie. Go on, you know you want to – and the brown sauce is free. Manges toutes. 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__label__cc	0.555482	0.444518	Leo Adam Biga's My Inside Stories I write stories about people, their passions and their magnificent obsessions About Leo Adam Biga Introducing Freelance Writing Academy Seminars with Instructor Leo Adam Biga: Book Biga Today Seeking Sponsors and Collaborators Follow My Blog on Facebook, Networked Blogs, LinkedIn Film Connections: How a 1968 convergence of future cinema greats in Ogallala, Neb. resulted in multiple films and enduring relationships My Inside Stories, A Professional Writing Service by Omaha-Based Journalist, Author and Blogger Leo Adam Biga Nebraska Screen Heritage Project Going to Africa with The Champ ‘Crossing Bridges: A Priest’s Uplifting Life Among the Downtrodden” OUT TO WIN – THE ROOTS OF GREATNESS: OMAHA’S BLACK SPORTS LEGENDS “Nebraska Methodist College at 125: Scaling New Heights” Passion Project. Introducing the new – “Alexander Payne: His Journey in Film” Two blended houses of worship desegregate Sunday: Episcopal Church of the Resurrection and New Life Presbyterian are houses undivided August 30, 2010 leoadambiga 3 comments This story is personal. I occasionally attend an Episcopal church in north Omaha that was formed by a merger of two previous churches, one with an all-black congregation and one with an all-white congregation. This blending had its ups and downs at first but the church has survived and a couple decades later it is a model of multicultural, interracial harmony. It’s called Church of the Resurrection. A similar story resulted in the formation of New Life, a blending of two north Omaha Presbyterian congregations, one white and one black, and like Church of the Resurrection it remains an intact interracial house of worship. The reason I attend Church of the Resurrection is that my girlfriend and her mother attend there. The people are warm and welcoming to newcomers. I am Catholic and I have never felt out of place there or pressured to be something I’m not. When I discovered the history behind the church I knew I would one day want to write about how it came into being, and that’s what prompted the article here. The piece originally appeared in The Reader (www.thereader.com). Two blended houses of worship desegregate Sunday: Episcopal Church of the Resurrection and New Life Presbyterian are houses undivided ©by Leo Adam Biga Originally published in The Reader (www.thereader.com) Martin Luther King Jr. scornfully observed that 11 o’clock Sunday morning “is the most segregated hour in this nation.” His indictment rings as true today in worship places as 50 years ago. Organized, affiliated Christian churches are historically houses divided regardless of location or denomination. Witness Omaha, where defacto segregation is reinforced by geographic racial lines. With rare exceptions whites and blacks exclusively attend their own churches. That’s true even when a white congregation and black congregation of the same religious organizationare within close proximity. The difficulty of achieving a racially mixed congregation is evident by the story of Augustana Lutheran Church in Omaha. The documentary A Time for Burning portrayed the upset that even timid attempts at interracial outreach caused within white Augustana in the mid-1960s. The film and a CBS news special about it elicited national discussion. The congregation underwent a self-study to examine their hearts. Augustana responsed to its neighborhood’s increasing African-American presence through outreach programs. Despite all this, the church has had little or no success in attracting black members. Why that should be so there and at many other churches is hard to answer without looking at the past. Given America’s racial history, whites could always attend black churches without repercussions. Few did. Blacks attending white churches were made to feel unwelcome. Manifestations of this exclusion were designated inner-city Catholic, Episcopal, Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist churches set aside for blacks. Anymore, it’s not about being banned, barred or shunned. There’s more inclusion today. Chalk it up to enlightenment or political correctness. Of course, anything smacking of racism may generate a lawsuit or a YouTube-Facebook-Twitter campaign. Independent, nondenominational churches are most likely to be mixed. Without a compelling reason to integrate, most churches remain segregated because it’s easier to remain in their comfort zone. Circumstances can lead two racially-defined, old-line churches to unite as one. It happens when they fall on hard times. Rather than move or close, they merge. Often, these unions fail. Even when they work, it’s by no means a smooth ride. Two successful Omaha inner-city blendings are Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, 3004 Belvedere Blvd., and New Life Presbyterian Church, 4060 Pratt Street. Each was a marriage of convenience. When all white St. John’s and all black St. Philip the Deacon faced declining rolls in the ‘70s, members reviewed options and elected merger. It took effect in 1986 with Resurrection, housed in the former St. John’s building. The same scenario happened with Fairview and Calvin Memorial, only nominally white Fairview was already integrated and predominantly black Calvin resulted from a previous merger between black Hillside and white Bethany churches. New Life opened in 1991 in the former Fairview building. Calvin was one of two black churches that tried fellowship with Augustana. By all accounts, New Life and Resurrection make multicultural diversity work. Challenges remain: each has only about 100 active members whose average is 60-plus; few members live in their church neighborhoods; the neighborhoods are rife with poverty and violence; physical plant needs persist; short budgets are stretched thin. But the journey of each church is a lesson in how we can heal the racial divide. Sisters Johnice Orduna and Nola Jeanpierre share a unique perspective on both churches. Orduna, a licensed minister, attended Resurrection in the ‘90s and now serves as “a supply preacher” at New Life until a permanent pastor’s found. Jeanpierre grew up at Calvin, she experienced the birth of New Life, where she’s a member, and she’s now Resurrection’s choir director. “I think the folks at New Life and Resurrection have made the decision, ‘We’re going to be here and we’re going to be together doing this regardless, and we’ll work through whatever it takes.’ If more congregations would do that then we wouldn’t have these rifts,” said Orduna. “We’ve gotta get past this business of Sunday being the most segregated day of the week. I think we have been convinced by society we can’t do it any differently, and it’s just not true. But we have to be intentional and we have to learn to respect that culturally we’re going to want to do some things differently, and that’s OK. I mean, it’s wonderful.” Church of the Resurrection A merger doesn’t just happen. “It’s a process,” said Orduna. “You have to be intentional, you have to be diligent, you have to commit.” Member Pat Tooles said New Life “overturns the myth African-Americans and whites can’t worship together because they have two different worship styles.” Presbyterians, white or black, favor a sedate service light on emotional displays and heavy on orderly structure, although there’s some call-and-response at New Life. Whether at the pulpit, in the pews, working on the building and grounds or breaking bread together, the people at New Life and Resurrection say they see how they are more alike than different. They view their differences as gifts not threats. They embrace their diversity as enriching, even branding their faith communities that way. Resurrection describes itself “…a culturally diverse family united in God’s love.” New Life’s mission statement begins, “We believe we are called to be a congregation of diverse backgrounds, ages and races…” “I just think we have so much every day all the time to learn from each other,” said Orduna. “Sure, there are tiffs, but they’re not gamebreakers.” Lesley Dean grew up in St. Philip’s at 26th and Binney. Her parents were active members. She moved away and once returned was “heartbroken” her beloved home parish was no more. In her absence the merger happened, She liked what she found at Resurrection. “I immediately felt comfortable there. I felt like this was the next step of St. Philip’s, especially because of the blending of the two congregations. It just seemed natural. I think one of the things that made me be able to accept it and to go with the flow is because I lived in San Francisco for 20 years, so I had already experienced different cultures coming together and getting along. That wasn’t anything thing new to me. I thought it was great actually.” She wasn’t there for the merger but knows it wasn’t all roses. “I don’t think it was anything instantaneous,” she said. “That blending did not come along easily. It took a lot of work from my parents and all the other elders that came before me. They just worked very hard to build a sense of trust amongst the rest of the congregation. And I just think they all learned from that — from the bickering and whatever else was going on. When I came back it was just like, What was all that for? — let’s just start anew, we’re all human beings, we all deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. They just kind of formed that alliance. Then the generations that came after, like me, have just taken it a step further.” Deacon Juanita Johnson was there. Coming from St. Philip’s, she confirmed Resurrection’s first years saw conflict. Disputes arose over the racial composition of lay leadership roles. Any hint of favoritism took on a racial slant. “At that time it was very important to keep everything racially balanced because there were people from St. Philip’s that weren’t completely on board with the merger,” she said, adding the same was true with some from St. John’s. There was also resentment from St. Philip folks over sacrificing their building for the move to St. John’s. A black splinter group alleged racism against Resurrection’s first rector, Rev. John Nelson, who was white, and against the local Episcopal diocese’s all-white administration. A national consultant was brought in to get people talking. Some folks left — black and white — but the core remained. New membersof both races joined. “The people that stayed wanted it to work,” said Johnson, whose experience told her it could. As a University of Nebraska-Lincoln student in the late ‘40s she and fellow black students were denied admittance to campus dormitories. They resided instead at International House, where they lived harmoniously with students from Europe, Asia, et cetera. She also did interracial outreach while a Fisk University student in Nashville, Tenn. with students from nearby white colleges. “I had that background, so I knew it could work.” Resurrection’s long past how many blacks-whites serve on the vestry. Those things work themselves out. St. Philip’s took a sense of ownership by incorporating elements from their old church, such as stained glass windows and candles, into the Resurrection sanctuary. A more vital music liturgy of gospel, spirituals, even jazz, was introduced. A popular fish fry St. Philip’s held was adopted. Tim and Cheri Oelke got married at St. John’s. They left long before the merger. Then they visited Resurrection and were hooked by the “inspirational” black hymns. The couple are the last St. John’s members left there. For Cheri, the spirit of the place is not an edifice, an icon or an event. “It’s not in the building as much as it is the people. I think the reason we want it to work now is that we all care about each other, and if we do it in this building or if we have to do it in another building we want to worship together. Bonds have been formed, friendships have been formed, and we feel like we’re all a family.” Helping ease the transition were shared Lenten worship services and other events St John’s and St. Philip’s hosted prior to merging. Still, old habits die hard. “For a long time it was just the two churches worshiping at the same time in the same building but still two identities,” said Resurrection’s new rector, Rev. Jason Emerson, who previously served as an intern and curate there. Tim Oelke said, “It’s the Church of the Resurrection now, it’s not St. John’s. St. John’s was certainly special but that’s in the past.” New Life’s tribulations were similar. Former Fairview member Janet Decker recalls a meeting where Bernard Grice voiced Calvin’s concerns. “He got up and said he hoped we didn’t do the same thing the whites did at Bethany, which was disappear.” She said Fairview’s integrated ranks avoided that. “We had only one family who decided not to continue to come — absolutely everyone else stayed. We didn’t have this feeling of giving up a thing. We were gaining. We knew if we were going to survive we needed to merge. We’re very comfortable with each other.” Change was more traumatic at Calvin, not due to race but turf. “There were a lot of hard feelings. It was like giving up our church,” said Nola Jeanpierre. Calvin members like she and Michael Maroney did abandon their beautiful building at 24th and Wirt. “It was not an easy or smooth transition inside Calvin. There was a lot of contention in terms of how Calvin was actually dissolved,” said Maroney. “In hindsight, it probably went the way it had to go.” Those wounds healed. Just as Resurrection eased into things pre-merger, New Life did. Joint worship services and soup suppers were held at Calvin and other events at Fairview “so the two congregations could be together and people could kind of get to know each other,” said Rick Rudiger, who belonged to Fairview. “You kind of have that courtship time. If you try to force it, you’ll probably fail.” Carolyn Grice, whose father Bernard was a leader at Calvin, served with Rudiger on the merger committee. “We met weekly to start ironing out stuff. It pretty much started from scratch — what is it we want to see and then how are we going to get there. We had lots of disagreements but we’re all friends now,” said Grice. Rudiger said people tended to draw lines along Fairview or Calvin. “You had to reinforce it all the time of who we are — we’re New Life now, so let’s move on. Change is hard for everybody. Some accept it. For some it’s very difficult. The way you have to deal with change is you do things a little at a time.” Jeanpierre said it’s imperative to “come in open-minded and ready to work together and not to exclude anyone, not to remove anyone from a post or role. You’re talking about a marriage, about one family meeting the in-laws and basically trying to make everything work for both in-laws, so that the family as a whole and on both sides can come together and find a common ground.” After a few interims New Life’s first full-time pastor helped solidify things. “We had a strong female minister who kind of got us turned around and really focused on becoming New Life,” said Rudiger. “I would say overall we really have grown strong. I don’t think there’s too much thought even of what Fairview used to do or what Calvin used to do — it’s what’s New Life’s doing.” Decker said there’s appreciation for what each faith community contributed. “There’s a lot of things we do now because that’s what they brought with them (from Calvin).” That includes spirituals. On a more practical level, she said, “they brought the numbers (more members) and we had the place.” Ruth York, who came over from Calvin, said “those of us that have seen it through have been through quite a bit, financially and so forth, but we’ve stayed strong and stuck together like a family, and we’re stronger for it.” Just as New Life is on its second generation, Resurrection is, too. Lesley Dean feels a legacy calling. “I have really worked hard to make sure some of the traditions of St. Philip’s continue on, like our Black History month celebration and the fish fry named after my dad. Myself and some others have tried to make sure our African-American culture was not lost in the merger. We still needed an identity and the St. John’s people were willing to embrace that.” Dean said sensitivity makes all the difference. “That’s how people get along. Ignorance is I believe why we have so much discrimination and racism in society because people don’t take the time to learn about each other. I just really feel Church of the Resurrection is a family. We are accepting and welcoming of every one and there’s a genuineness to that acceptance — it’s not just for show or not just for money.” Richard Artison and his wife were St. Philip’s members and then moved away for his career. Once back, they went church shopping before settling on Resurrection. “We’ve been to some churches that were very cold and impersonal and you feel like a number and we’ve gone to churches where nobody would speak to us. Just got ignored. This church has a lot of warmth and a lot of love. We like it,” he said. Emerson’s proud his church is so inviting. “The least worry I ever have at this congregation is that somebody new will walk through the door and not get spoken to. That just does not happen. They’re going to get spoken to. They’re going to get greeted, they’re going to get welcomed and I don’t have to do anything to make that happen. Other congregations, you have to work at that, it’s not as ingrained in their nature. It’s a problem in Episcopal churches churchwide, and that’s not the case here.” He said Resurrection’s open mat, Sunday social hour/lunch and ministries targeting the underserved — including an after-school program, an emergency pantry, a transitional living site — reflect the church’s origins. “I firmly believe this congregation’s history has led them uniquely to a high level of hospitality and I don’t know mean they just put on a good food spread, which they do. That attitude, that desire, that passion for outreach and justice comes from the two churches melding and the level of hospitality they had to practice to each other to come together and become one parish.” He said Resurrection’s reputation for tolerance is why it’s a player in the Tri-Faith Initiative for a shared Episcopal-Jewish-Muslim campus. Dean senses Resurrection’s come a long way in the eyes of a diocese that’s been slow to accept it. “For the longest time we felt they looked down on us, they didn’t want to participate in any activities we were doing, basically because we’re in north Omaha and the media portrays north Omaha as this horrible place. Our congregation has fought really hard to change that image, and it’s working. Some of the other diocesan churches are now participating in some of our ministries, so that’s a good feeling. We’ve got a lot further to go, but it’s a beginning.” New Life’s at-risk kids mentoring program continues the legacy of the two socially conscious churches preceding it. Fairview ran Head Start and Project Embrace prpgrams. Calvin was active in youth job/leadership training and civil rights. Orduna said the unity embodied by New Life and Resurrection “has the possibility to create a strong, trustworthy identity that could really be powerful force in bringing this whole neighborhood back to God.” Artison said, “I think church is the one place where we should come together. I think we’re an example for others.” Decker said churches that resist diversity “don’t know what they’re missing.” A ‘giving away’ congregation (theglobeandmail.com) Last Hymn For Harlem Churches? (harlemworldblog.wordpress.com) Two Cedar Rapids churches cross paths after the 2008 floods (gazetteonline.com) What Are the Barriers to Interracial Friendships? (race.change.org) Unified rainbow nation? Not yet, but World Cup displays SAfrica’s improving race relations (foxnews.com) Share this: Leo Adam Biga's Blog Categories: African-American Culture, Civil Rights, History, North Omaha, Omaha, Race, Religion, Social Justice, Spirituality, Writing Tags: A Time for Burning, African-American Culture, Blended Congregations, Episcopal, Episcopal Church USA, History, Interracial, North Omaha Nebraska, Presbyterianism, Race, Religion, Social Justice Combat sniper-turned-art photographer Jim Hendrickson on his vagabond life and enigmatic work Another of the unforgettable characters I have met in the course of my writing life is the subject of this story for The Reader (www.thereader.com). Jim Hendrickson is a Vietnam combat vet who went from looking through the scope of a rifle as a sniper in-country to looking through the lens of a camera as an art photographer after the war. His story would make a good book or movie, which I can honestly say about a number of people I have profiled through the years. But there is a visceral, cinematic quality to Jim’s story that I think sets it apart and will be readily apparent to you as you read it. Originally appeared in The Reader (www.thereader.com) Combat sniper-turned-art photographer Jim Hendrickson is one of those odd Omaha Old Market denizens worth knowing. The Vietnam War veteran bears a prosthetic device in place of the right arm that was blown-off in a 1968 rocket attack. His prosthetic ends in pincer-like hooks he uses to handle his camera, which he trains on subjects far removed from violence, including Japanese Butoh dancers. Known by some as “the one-armed photographer,” he is far more than that. He is a fine artist, a wry raconteur and a serious student in the ways of the warrior. Typical of his irreverent wit, he bills himself as — One Hand Clapping Productions. The Purple Heart recipient well-appreciates the irony of having gone from using a high-powered rifle for delivering death to using a high-speed camera for affirming life. Perhaps it is sweet justice that the sharp eye he once trained on enemy prey is today applied in service of beauty. For Hendrickson, a draftee who hated the war but served his country when called, Vietnam was a crucible he survived and a counterpoint for the life he’s lived since. Although he would prefer forgetting the war, the California native knows the journey he’s taken from Nam to Nebraska has shaped him into a monument of pain and whimsy. Jim Hendrickson His pale white face resembles a plaster bust with the unfinished lines, ridges and scars impressed upon it. The right side — shattered by rocket fragments and rebuilt during many operations — has the irregularity of a melted wax figure. His collapsed right eye socket narrows into a slit from which his blue orb searches for a clear field of vision. His massive head, crowned by a blond crew cut, is a heavy, sculptured rectangle that juts above his thick torso ala a Mount Rushmore relief. Despite his appearance, he has a way of melding into the background (at least until his big bass voice erupts) that makes him more spectator than spectacle. This knack for insinuating himself into a scene is something he learned in the Army, first as a guard protecting VIPs and later as a sniper hunting enemy targets. He’s refined this skill of sizing-up and dissecting a subject via intense study of Japanese samurai-sword traditions, part of a fascination he has with Asian culture. Because his wartime experience forever altered his looks and the way he looks at things, it’s no surprise the images he makes are concerned with revealing primal human emotions. One image captures the anxiety of a newly homeless young pregnant woman smoking a cigarette to ward off the chill and despair on a cold gray day. Another portrays the sadness of an AIDS-stricken gay man resigned to taking the train home to die with his family. Yet another frames the attentive compassion of an old priest adept at making those seeking his counsel feel like they have an unconditional friend. The close observation demanded by his work is a carryover from Vietnam, where he served two tours of duty. “With sniping, you had to look at the lay of the land. You had to start looking from the widest spectrum and then slowly narrow it down to that one spot and one moment of the kill,” he said. “You got to the point where you forced yourself to look at every detail and now, of course, I’m doing that today when I photograph. I watch the person…how they move, how they hold themselves, how they talk, waiting for that moment to shoot.” Shooting, of a photographic kind, has fascinated him from childhood, when he snapped pics with an old camera his Merchant Marine father gave him. He continued taking photos during his wartime tours. Classified a Specialist Four wireman attached to B-Battery, 1st Battalion, I-Corp, Hendrickson’s official service record makes no mention of his actual duty. He said the omission is due to the fact his unit participated in black-op incursions from the DMZ to the Delta and into Cambodia and Laos. Some operations, he said, were conducted alongside CIA field agents and amounted to assassinations of suspected Vietcong sympathizers. As a sniper, he undertook two basic missions. On one, he would try spotting the enemy — usually a VC sniper — from a far-off, concealed position, whereupon he would make “a long bow” shot. “I was attached to field artillery units whose artillery pieces looked like over-sized tanks. The pieces had a telescope inside and what I would do is sit inside this glorified tank and I would rotate the turret looking through the telescope, looking for that one thing that would say where the Vietcong sniper was, whether it was sighting the sniper himself or some kind of movement or just something that didn’t belong there. I’d pop the top hatch off, stand up on a box and then fire my weapon — a bolt-action 30-ought-6 with a 4-power scope — at the object. Sometimes, I’d fire into a bunch of leaves and there’d be nothing there and sometimes there was somebody there.” When the target couldn’t be spotted from afar, he infiltrated the bush, camouflaged and crawling, to “hunt him down.” Finding his adversary before being found out himself meant playing a deadly cat-and-mouse game. ©Images by Jim Hendrickson “You look at where he’s firing from to get a fix on where he’s holed up and then you come around behind or from the side. You move through the bush as quietly as possible, knowing every step, and even the smell of the soap you wash with, can betray you. I remember at least three times when I thought I was going to die because the guy was too good. It’s kind of a like a chess match in some sense. At some point, somebody makes a mistake and they pay for it. I remember sitting in a concealed location for like three days straight because only a few yards away was my opponent, and he knew where I was. If I had gone out of that location, he would have shot me dead. So, for three days I skulked and sat and waited for a moonless night and then I slipped out, came around behind him — while he was still looking at where I was — and killed him.” His first kill came on patrol when assigned as a replacement to an infantry unit. “I was the point man about 50 feet ahead of the unit. I heard firing behind me and, so, I turned to run back to where the others were when this figure suddenly popped up in front of me. I just reacted and fired my M-16 right from the hip. I got three shots into the figure as I ran by to rejoin the patrol. The fire fight only lasted two or three minutes, By then, the Vietcong had pulled back. The captain asked us to go out and look for papers on the dead bodies. That first kill turned out to be a young woman of around 16. It was kind of a shock to see that. It taught me something about the resolve the Vietcong had. I mean, they were willing to give up their children for this battle, where we had children trying to evade the draft.” As unpopular as the war was at home, its controversial conduct in-country produced strife among U.S. ground forces. “Officers were only in the field for six months,” Hendrickson said, “but enlisted men were stuck out there for a year. We knew more about what was happening in the field than they did. A lot of times you’d get a green guy just out of officers’ school and he’d make some dumb mistake that put you in harm’s way. We had an open rebellion within many units. There was officer’s country and then there was enlisted men’s country.” In this climate, fragging — the killing of officers by grunts — was a well-known practice. “Oh, yes, fragging happened quite a lot,” he said. “You pulled a grenade pin, threw the grenade over to where the guy was and the fragments killed him.” Hendrickson admits to fragging two CIA agents, whom he claims he took-out in retribution for actions that resulted in the deaths of some buddies. The first time, he said, an agent’s incompetence gave away the position of two fellow snipers, who were picked-off by the enemy. He fragged the culprit with a grenade. The second time, he said, an agent called-in a B-52 strike on an enemy position even though a friendly was still in the area. “I walked over to the agent’s hootch (bunker), I called him out and I shot three shots into his chest with a .45 automatic. He fell back into the hootch. And just to let everybody know I meant business I threw a grenade into the bunker and it incinerated him. Everybody in that unit just quietly stood and looked at me. I said, ‘If you ever mess with me, you’ll get this.’ Nobody ever made a report. It went down as a mysterious Vietcong action.” He was early into his second tour when he found himself stationed with a 155-Howitzer artillery unit. “We were on the top of a gentle hill overlooking this valley. I was working the communications switchboard in a bunker. I was on duty at two or three in the morning when I started hearing these thumps outside. I put my head up and I saw explosions around our unit. Well, just then the switchboard starts lighting up.” In what he said was “a metaphor” for how the war got bogged down in minutiae, officers engaged in absurd chain-of-command proprieties instead of repelling the attack. “Hell, these Albert Einsteins didn’t even know where their own rifles were,” he said, bellowing with laughter. What happened next was no laughing matter. In what was the last time he volunteered for anything, he snuck outside, crossed a clearing and extracted two wounded soldiers trapped inside a radio truck parked next to a burning fuel truck. “First, I started up the fuel truck, put the self-throttle on, got it moving out of the unit and jumped out. Then I went back and helped the wounded out of their truck and got them back to where the medics were. Then, another guy and I were ‘volunteered’ to put a 60-caliber machine gun on the perimeter fence. We were on the perimeter’s edge…when I saw a great flash. A Russian-made 122-millimeter rocket exploded. The man behind me died instantly. The only thing I remember is the sense of flying.” Hendrickson’s right arm and much of the right side of his face was shredded off. As he later learned, a battalion of Vietcong over-ran a company of Australians stationed on the other side of the hilltop and attacked his unit “in a human wave.” He said, “They ran right by me, thinking I was dead, probably because of all the blood on me.” The attack was knocked-back enough to allow for his rescue. “I remember starting to come around as my sergeant yelled at me…I heard an extremely loud ringing noise in my ears. I knew something was extremely wrong with my right arm, but I didn’t know what. I couldn’t really see anything because my eyes were swollen shut from the fragments in my face. About that time the medic came along. They put me on a stretcher and pulled me back to a hold. That’s when I was told my right arm was blown off. “I was just thankful to be alive at that point. Then, the rockets started coming in again and people were running around getting ready for the next human wave attack. I was lying there with the two guys I’d saved. Then I saw this big bright light in the pitch black. It was a chopper coming in to pick us up. The medics carried us up, threw us in and the pilot took off. As we lifted, I could hear bullets ripping through the chopper. We were taken to the nearest hospital, in Long Binh, about 50 miles away.” While recuperating, Hendrickson was informed by his captain that of the 100-plus-man strong unit, there were only five survivors – the captain, Hendrickson, along with the two men he saved, plus one other man. “Apparently,” Hendrickson said, “the unit had been hit by a combination of rocket and human wave attacks that night and the day after and were eventually wiped off the earth. Years later, the historians said this was a ‘retreating action’ by the Vietcong. If this was a retreating action, I sure as heck would hate to see it when they were serious and advancing.” He said his fellow survivors are all dead now. “Those are four people whose names should be on that wall in Washington. Unfortunately, they’ll never be recognized as casualties of war, but yet they are casualties OF THE war.” He spent the next several months in and out of hospitals, including facilities in Japan, before undergoing a series of operations at Letterman Hospital in the Presidio of San Francisco. Afterwards, he said, he entered “a wandering period…trying to find myself.” He made his home in Frisco, becoming a lost soul amid the psychedelic searchers of the Haight-Ashbury district. “I tried to resume a life of somewhat normalness, but it was like a whole separate reality.” He enrolled in City College-San Francisco, where he once again felt out of place. Disillusioned and directionless, he then came under the guidance of a noted instructor and photographer — the late Morrie Camhi. “Morrie made that connection with me and started me on a pathway of using photography as a kind of therapy. It was a really great relationship that evolved…He became like a second father.” Years of self-discovery followed. Along the way, Hendrickson earned a master of fine arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute, married a woman with whom he got involved in the anti-war and black power movements and, following years of therapy in storefront VA counseling centers, overcame the alcohol abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder he suffered from after the war. While his marriage did not last, he found success, first as a commercial artist, doing Victoria’s Secret spreads, and later as an art photographer with a special emphasis on dance. Morrie Camhi Helping him find himself as an artist and as a man has been an individual he calls “my teacher” — Sensie Gene Takahachi, a Japanese sword master and calligrapher in the samurai tradition. Hendrickson, who has studied in Japan, said his explorations have been an attempt to “find a correlation or justification for what happened to me in Vietnam. I studied the art of war…from the samurai on up to the World War II Zero-pilot. I studied not only the sword, but the man behind the sword. In the Japanese philosophy of the sword it’s how you make the cut that defines the man you are and the man you’re up against.” He said this, along with the minimalist nature of Haiku poetry and calligraphy, has influenced his own work. “I try to do the same thing in my photography. I try to strip down a subject to the most essential, emotional image I can project.” He has applied this approach to his enigmatic “Haiku” portraits, in which he overlays and transfers multiple Polaroid images of a subject on to rice paper to create a mysterious and ethereal mosaic. While there is a precision to his craft, he has also opened his work up to “more accidents, chaos and play” in order to tap “the child within him.” For him, the act of shooting is a regenerative process. “When I shoot — I empty myself, but everything keeps coming back in,” he said. A self-described “vagabond” who’s traveled across the U.S. and Europe, he first came to Omaha in 1992 for a residency at the Bemis Center for the Contemporary Arts. A second Bemis residency followed. Finding he “kept always coming back here,” he finally moved to Omaha. An Old Market devotee, he can often be found hanging with the smart set at La Buvette. Feeling the itch to venture again, he recently traveled to Cuba and is planning late summer sojourns to Havana and Paris. Although he’s contemplating leaving Omaha, he’s sure he’ll return here one day. It is all part of his never-ending journey. “I see photography as a constant journey and one that has no end until the day I can’t pick-up a camera anymore,” he said. 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__label__wiki	0.906618	0.906618	HSem 2802H: Cinematic Representations of American Law Malaika Grant Find articles: Communication and Mass Media Complete Search for journal articles on topics such as communication, mass media, film, television, marketing, business communication, health communication, and more. Finding films Libraries Catalog to search 10,000+ DVDs, mostly housed in Walter SMART Learning Commons. List of Streaming Video Collections provides descriptions and links to UMN licensed and freely available online streaming video collections (e.g. dance, theater, nursing, counseling, business, etc.). Swank Digital Campus Titles (Streaming videos) Swank Digital Campus provides institutional streaming access to feature films from most of the major studios (excluding FOX). Video streaming platform hosting a wide variety of award-winning films and documentaries. Get help from the U Libraries - Online! Last Updated: Sep 9, 2020 10:56 AM URL: https://libguides.umn.edu/HSem/2802H	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1001
__label__wiki	0.844538	0.844538	The Politics of American Refugee Policy Critics of U.S. refugee policy say the government unfairly favors those fleeing communist countries or other nations with which the United States is at odds. The Refugee Act of 1980 was meant to depoliticize the process, but as recent disputes over Soviet emigrés indicate, the legislation hasn't had the intended effect. Nearly 10 years after passage of the 1980 Refugee Act, U.S. refugee policy is mired in just the kind of political discord the legislation was intended to eliminate. In an attempt to depoliticize refugee policy, the act eliminated preferences for those fleeing communist countries. Decisions about whether a person was to be admitted into the United States were to be made not on the basis of the refugee's ideology, or the ideology of his homeland, but rather because the individual could demonstrate “a well-founded fear of persecution,” Refugees and Asylum Jan. 17, 2020 Global Migration Jun. 26, 2018 Refugee Crisis Aug. 16, 2017 Refugees Jul. 31, 2015 European Migration Crisis Mar. 2009 Aiding Refugees Jul. 09, 1999 Global Refugee Crisis Feb. 07, 1997 Assisting Refugees Oct. 27, 1989 The Politics of American Refugee Policy May 30, 1980 Refugee Policy Aug. 26, 1977 Indochinese Refugees Apr. 11, 1962 Cuban Refugees Feb. 25, 1959 Doctrine of Asylum Jan. 08, 1958 Palestine Arab Refugees Oct. 12, 1954 Assimilation of Refugees May 03, 1950 Right of Asylum Nov. 27, 1946 Immigration of Refugees Apr. 14, 1938 Resettlement of Refugees Immigration and Naturalization Powers and History of the Presidency	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1003
__label__wiki	0.627167	0.627167	Spring Awakening Revival Sets B’way Dates & Theater July 7th, 2015 \| By Imogen Lloyd Webber We now have official confirmation of the previously reported Broadway revival of Spring Awakening! Directed by Michael Arden, tickets are now available to the Deaf West Theatre incarnation of the Tony-winning tuner, which will begin performances at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on September 8 and officially open on September 27. Produced by Ken Davenport, the limited engagement is currently set to end on January 9. A re-imagining of Frank Wedekind's 1891 play with music by Duncan Sheik, book and lyrics by Steven Sater, the Tony-winning Spring Awakening boldly depicts how young people navigate the thrilling, confusing and mysterious time of their sexual awakening. The story centers around a brilliant young student named Melchior, his troubled friend Moritz and Wendla, a beautiful young girl on the verge of womanhood. This production will feature choreography by Hedwig’s Spencer Liff and be performed both in American Sign Language and English. Spring Awakening opened on Broadway on December 10, 2006 and received eight Tony Awards including Best Musical. The Great White Way production ran for 859 performances before closing on January 18, 2009. No word yet on casting, but the Deaf West production starred Smash and Broadway alums Krysta Rodriguez and Andy Mientus (Arden's fiancé), along with Joey Antonio, Hillary Baack, Miles Barbee, Sean Barna, Katie Boeck, Joshua Castille, Julian Comeau, Daniel N. Durant, Treshelle Edmond, Sandra Mae Frank, Kathryn Gallagher, Gabrielle Garza, Sean Grandillo, Karla Gutierrez, Amelia Hensley, Lauren M. Luiz, Daniel Marmion, Austin McKenzie, Natacha Roi, Howie Seago, Daniel David Stewart, Ali Stroker, Alexandra Winter and Alex Wyse. The Brooks Atkinson currently plays host to It Shoulda Been You, which will close on August 9. Tags: Now On Sale	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1011
__label__cc	0.735986	0.264014	Located on the River Thames, we think the neighbourhood of Chelsea is absolutely gorgeous. The Albert Bridge has been called one of the most romantic places in the world, offering up a beautiful view of London. And the streets of Chelsea were once walked by the greatest musical artists of all time, including the Rolling Stones and The Beatles. Today, this is an affluent enclave that is notable for having the largest community of Americans expats living in London. Shopping is a sport in Chelsea. From huge brands to small, independent stores, you can get just about anything. There are classic clothing boutiques, edgy clothing stores, and everything in between. Our Lovelydays apartment guides highlight some of our favourite Chelsea amenities and our luxury concierge service will be delighted to make your arrangements before, during, or even for your next trip. Find a Property in Chelsea Fawcett Street Boltons Gardens Markham Street Sloane Avenue Halsey Street 2 The Five Fields A native Londoner, Taylor Bonnyman's cooking encapsulates the spirit of the capital. With a foundati... Bibendum Restaurant The best restaurants have a special, unforced ingredient. At Bibendum, it’s the sunlight. On a clear... Situated just south of the trendy Kings Road, on Smith Street, The Phoenix is the perfect pub for re... Beaufort House, with its home-from-home atmosphere, is everything you could possibly want from the b... Maze Grill Park Walk If you're in the mood for some irresistible steak or sushi in Chelsea, then look no further than maz... The Chelsea Pig The Chelsea Pig (previously The Pig’s Ear) is a 17th century English gastropub and restaurant tucked... Located on the King’s Road, Medlar is an independently owned restaurant from Chef Joe Mercer Nairne ... The Chelsea Corner Authentic Italian cuisine with the freshest ingredients rightly dictated by the season. Price: ££ -... Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Enjoy exquisite dining at Gordon Ramsay's three-Michelin-starred restaurant on Royal Hospital Road, ... The Bletchley Enter an immersive world of code-breaking and cocktails Use WW2 Enigma machines and protocols and S... Barts is a speakeasy cocktail bar set in the 1920s prohibition era, run by Chicago gangsters who hav... The Anglesa Arms A beautiful traditional pub that feels older than it looks with warranted reputation for its excelle... The Phene Upmarket pub with lounge bar and beach-style terrace \| Price: £££ Embargo Republica Cuban inspired bar with cigar humidor and rooftop terrace \| Price: £££ Cocktail bar. Colourful, vibrant mexican cantina serving amazing cocktails, healthy food and a larg... Callooh Callay Chelsea Located in the heart of London’s most trendy districts, this fabulous new cocktail bar by the owner ... The 606 has been one of the busiest jazz clubs in Europe since 1976, featuring jazz, soul, groove, L... Since 1673 Chelsea Physic Garden has occupied four acres of land on the edge of the Thames. First es... Chelsea Farmers Market The Saatchi Gallery aims to provide an innovative forum for contemporary art, presenting work by lar...	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1012
__label__wiki	0.996444	0.996444	London Daily London Daily News LondOn! Nearly 16,000 virus cases missed after IT error Nearly 16,000 cases of coronavirus were not entered into the national computer system used for official figures because of a technical glitch, Public Health England says. Some of the unreported cases were then added to Saturday's figure of 12,872 new cases and Sunday's 22,961 figure. It said all of the cases "received their Covid-19 test result as normal". BBC Health Editor Hugh Pym said it meant the contacts of those who tested positive had not been approached. Public Health England said the cases were missed off daily reports between 25 September and 2 October. It added the IT problem had been resolved and all cases had now been handed over to the test and trace system. Labour's shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth said: "This is shambolic and people across the country will be understandably alarmed. "(Health Secretary) Matt Hancock should come to the House of Commons on Monday to explain what on earth has happened, what impact it has had on our ability to contain this virus and what he plans to do to fix test and trace." Earlier, Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned it may be "bumpy through to Christmas" and beyond as the UK deals with coronavirus. Speaking to the BBC's Andrew Marr, the PM said there was "hope" in beating Covid, and called on the public to "act fearlessly but with common sense". Analysis By Hugh Pym Health editor At a time when the testing system has come under intense scrutiny after reports of delays and a system struggling to keep up with demand, the latest revelation could not have come at a more awkward moment for the government at Westminster. Because the nearly 16,000 extra positive test results had been not entered into the test and trace system, their recent contacts were not immediately followed up. Experts advise that ideally contacts should be tracked down within 48 hours. Officials say the technical problem, thought to be IT related, has been resolved, with all the new cases added into totals reported over the weekend. But all this will hardly improve public confidence in the testing system in England. And it muddies the waters for policy makers and officials trying to track the spread of the virus at what the prime minister has called a "critical moment". On Sunday, a note on the government's coronavirus dashboard said: "The cases by publish date for 3 and 4 October include 15,841 additional cases with specimen dates between 25 September and 2 October - they are therefore artificially high for England and the UK." Public Health England's interim chief executive Michael Brodie said a "technical issue" was identified overnight on Friday, 2 October in the data load process that transfers Covid-19 positive lab results into reporting dashboards. "After rapid investigation, we have identified that 15,841 cases between 25 September and 2 October were not included in the reported daily Covid-19 cases. The majority of these cases occurred in most recent days," he said. "Every one of these cases received their Covid-19 test result as normal and all those who tested positive were advised to self-isolate." He said they worked with NHS Test and Trace to "quickly resolve the issue and transferred all outstanding cases immediately into the NHS Test and Trace contact tracing system". "We fully understand the concern this may cause and further robust measures have been put in place as a result," he said. Test and Trace and Public Health England joint medical adviser, Susan Hopkins, added that "a thorough public health risk assessment was undertaken to ensure outstanding cases were prioritised for contact tracing effectively". 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__label__wiki	0.682084	0.682084	MacSplicer Fighting games, podcast, and everything else in between. Fighting Game Reviews Fighting Game Content Supporting MacSplicer FGC Hollywood: A Fighting Game Podcast Tag: Persona 3 Persona 5 Royal Is Not What I Expected Date Published: 4 September, 2020 As somewhat of a casual fan of the proper JRPG franchise—Persona, I have played and beaten both Persona 3 Portable, and Persona 4 Golden back in 2013, and have done so, solely due to the fact that I played Persona 4 Arena in 2012, and really enjoyed the characters and the game. However, with no mention of another Persona fighting game, after the final competitive days of Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, which came out in late 2014, I had no real urge to play Persona 5, as the fighting game component was absent, however, following the release of Persona 5 Royal, and slow times in the FGC (Fighting Game Community), the time for revisiting a JRPG franchise I enjoyed previously seemed right. Continue reading “Persona 5 Royal Is Not What I Expected” → Persona 4 Arena Ultimax \| Review Initial NA Release Date: September 30, 2014 Review Date: June 6, 2020 Reviewed on: Xbox 360 Platforms: Xbox 360, PS3 After a successful debut to the fighting game genre with Persona 4 Arena (P4A), the beloved universes of Persona 3 and Persona 4 collide once more, however, this time, in much more of a comprehensive fighting game experience—Persona 4 Arena Ultimax (P4U2). With a solid blueprint to follow, a sequel to Persona 4 Arena seemed to be destined for success, however, with a seasoned developer in Arc System Works at the helm, P4U2 not only emphasizes on the aspects that made its predecessor great, but also innovates on its mechanics, both with additions, and improvements. Continue reading “Persona 4 Arena Ultimax \| Review” → Persona 4 Arena \| Review Initial NA Release Date: August 7, 2012 Review Date: 7 April, 2020 Platforms: Xbox 360, PS3, PC Spinning off from its JRPG (Japanese Role-Playing Game) roots, Atlus with the collaboration of Arc System Works, combined efforts to bring forth the captivating universes of Persona 3 and Persona 4, respectively, into a fighting game arena. However, similar to the ability of the Persona franchise in separating itself from the pack with its exceptional story-telling, its introduction to fighting games emphasizes unique individualism, all while still maintaining principal balance. Continue reading “Persona 4 Arena \| Review” → Why I Love Persona 4 Arena’s Elizabeth Date Published: 25 December, 2019 Soft spoken, calm, yet, always finds the humor in either the most benign or tense situations. The lethal elevator attendant—Elizabeth, is arguably one of the most likable characters in the Persona universe. In a complex nature of being both so inquisitive of the things transpiring around her, yet still maintaining an air of mystery with regards to her own personal narrative, the always captivating Elizabeth is anything but ordinary. Continue reading “Why I Love Persona 4 Arena’s Elizabeth” → Why I Love Persona 4 Arena’s Akihiko Sanada Soft spoken, yet determined. The world traveling boxer—Akihiko Sanada is one of the few characters in the Persona 4 Arena franchise that actually lets his fists do the talking, and needless to say, his choice of words certainly hurt. As a more mature version of himself compared to the one who was a member of S.E.E.S. in years prior, Akihiko is much of the same when it comes to being a tough, yet reserved badass, except this time, with more emphasis on fighting and the importance of protein. Continue reading “Why I Love Persona 4 Arena’s Akihiko Sanada” → Will Persona 5 Arena Happen? Date Published: October 19, 2016 It was unexpected, but not out of the realm of possibility that another fighting game spin-off would happen with the Persona franchise. However, if Persona 5 Arena is in the works, there’s questions about how the fighting game would turn out compared the series’ preceding spin-offs; Persona 4 Arena and Persona 4 Arena Ultimax. Continue reading “Will Persona 5 Arena Happen?” → Follow MacSplicer on WordPress.com Tekken Notation \| Fighting Games 101 The Rise and Fall of The Excellent Adventures of Gootecks & Mike Ross Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code \| Review Why You Should Care About The King of Fighters Series FGC (48) Fighting Game Reviews (4) Fighting Games (45) Write Ups (3) Not So Poggers	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1048
__label__cc	0.66684	0.33316	︎ Madison Greenstone ︎ About ︎ Calendar ︎ Projects + Collaborations ︎ Listen ︎ Writings ︎ Repertoire ︎ Contact Madison Greenstone is a clarinetist currently based in New York City. She has performed as a featured artist of the Darmstadt Ferienkurse für Neue Musik and the Lucerne Festival Academy. Notable performances have been as a soloist presented by ISSUE Project Room, as part of the Merce Cunningham Centennial Night of 100 Solos in Los Angeles, in recital at the Vigeland Mausoleum (Oslo) and at the Fondation Abbaye Royaumont. Madison is the clarinetist of TAK Ensemble, a founding member of the [Switch~ Ensemble], and can be heard on Wandelweiser Editions, Another Timbre and TAK Editions Podcast. Madison develops collaborative works that explore brend-based awareness in Hermetic Art Party with Anthony Vine (guitar and objects) and Katy Gilmore (projections). She works closely on creative projects and large-scale low-clarinets works with Michelle Lou. Further ongoing collaborations are with Timothy McCormack, John McCowen, members of the Harvard Group for New Music, and DAD (T.J. Borden and Michael Matsuno). Madison is a doctoral candidate at UC San Diego, where she learns greatly from the mentorship of Anthony Burr and Charles Curtis. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the Eastman School of Music where she studied with Kenneth Grant and Jon Manasse. Since 2012 she has pursued periodic studies with Ernesto Molinari within the framework of different festivals and masterclasses.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1049
__label__wiki	0.912003	0.912003	January 2013 Catalogue EDUARD FRANCK (1817-1893): Piano Trio in E Flat, Op. 22, Violin Sonata in A, Op. 23, Cello Sonata in F, Op. 42. Catalogue Number: 01O026 Reference: 8.572480 Description: The Audite monopoly on this composer is broken for at least this release: two of these tonally beautiful and technically masterful works were already recorded by Audite - the violin sonata, offered here in 2008 (11K047) and the cello sonata in 2000 (12C004). But that's practically ancient history and, besides, the piano trio, at 28 mintes, is the longest work here and is shot through with a lovely Schumannian/ Mendelssohnian lyricism. Shmuel Ashkenazy (violin), Yehuda Hanani (cello), James Tocco (piano). (requires cookies enabled) Need to register? Click here. Home Catalogue Archive Policies About Us © 1997-2021 by Records International	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1052
__label__wiki	0.783591	0.783591	LePage, Task Force outline Maine’s budworm strategy Gov. Paul LePage with (back row from left) Rep. Russell J. Black, R-Wilton; Walt Whitcomb, commissioner of the Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Department; Doug Denico, director, Maine Forest Service; Dave Struble, state entomologist, Maine Forest Service; Patrick Strauch, executive director, Maine Forest Products Council; Robert Wagner, director, Cooperative Forestry Research Unit, University of Maine, and Sen. James F. Dill, D-Penobscot. Gov. Paul R. LePage and the Maine Spruce Budworm Task Force today released recommendations about how to respond to the upcoming spruce budworm infestation on March 16 in Augusta. “Coming Spruce Budworm Outbreak: Initial Risk Assessment and Preparation & Response Recommendations for Maine’s Forestry Community” and other materials are available at http://sprucebudwormmaine.org. “We are on the verge of another spruce budworm epidemic and our goal is to lessen its damage,” Gov. Paul LePage said at a news conference in the Cabinet room. There was extensive coverage of the report’s release, including: Task force warns budworm outbreak could harm Maine’s economy – Bangor Daily News As tree pests march toward Maine, timber industry makes strides – Press Herald–Mar 16, 2016 Spruce budworm creeping toward Maine – WGME Maine Foresters Prepare for Spruce Budworm Infestation – Maine Public Broadcasting–Mar 16, 2016 Maine Unveils Plan For Preparing For Spruce Budworm Outbreak –WABI State and forest industry get ready to fight spruce budworm – WCSH Spruce budworm defoliation in Quebec 2015. The eastern spruce budworm is believed to be the most damaging forest insect in Maine and North America. Outbreaks kill balsam fir and spruce trees every 30 to 60 years. The Province of Quebec has been mapping defoliation from this pest for more than a decade. In 2015, 15.6 million acres of Quebec’s forests were defoliated. Significant defoliation occurred south of the St. Lawrence Seaway. The infestation already has spread into New Brunswick. “Severe defoliation is within 50 miles of Maine’s border,” said Dave Struble, state entomologist. “We are at the start of an outbreak. We don’t know how bad it will be or exactly where, but we are seeing a build-up of budworm populations here.” The budworm task force was formed in 2013 to determine the economic and ecological effects another outbreak might have on the state and a strategy to minimize those effects. Leading the collaborative effort are Robert Wagner, director of the Cooperative Forestry Research Unit (CFRU) at UMaine; Patrick Strauch, executive director of the Maine Forest Products Council, and Doug Denico, director of the Maine Forest Service. Task force teams, composed of leading experts on budworm and Maines forest resources, focused on wood supply and economic impacts; monitoring and protection; forest management; policy, regulatory and funding; wildlife habitat; communications and outreach; and research priorities. A draft report of their findings was released for public review in November 2014 and presented to municipalities, environmental groups, the legislature, logging contractors and economic development consortiums. Spruce budworm has moved to within 50 miles of Maine’s border. “It’s like having a hurricane moving toward us from offshore,” Wagner said. “We know it is there, how it behaves and the kind of damage it can do. We can hope that it misses us, but if we don’t prepare for the worst, shame on us.” The report includes about 70 recommendations on preparing for the outbreak, including increasing monitoring efforts, applying pesticides where appropriate, changing forest management strategies such as harvesting, and seeking ways to pre-salvage trees that likely would be lost. “The budworm threat remains the same, but a lot of other things have changed,” Strauch said. “Our industry is governed by the Forest Practices Act now; pesticides are highly regulated and far more expensive, and there’s much less state and federal funding available. So the landowner community will need to figure out the best path forward. This report provides a framework to help landowners make good decisions.” Denico, who has vivid memories of the last infestation, said he and other members of the task force are determined that this outbreak won’t take the state by surprise as the last one did. By 1975, not only Maine, but “the entire region from Ontario to Newfoundland was involved in the largest spruce budworm outbreak ever recorded.” (The Spruce Budworm Outbreak in Maine in the 1970’s. In Maine, budworm destroyed up to 25 million cords of spruce-fir wood — 21 percent of all fir trees in the state, according to Maine Forest Service reports. Millions of dollars were spent on the “Battle of the Budworm,” as it was called, and the infestation cost the state’s forest-based economy hundreds of millions. It also had lasting effects on Maine forest management. “We were there, in the battle,” Denico said. “We remember and we’ve made a commitment that we won’t be unprepared this time.” Nearly 90% of family landowners happy with harvesting Paper is still No. 1 and forest products add up to 27% of Maine’s total exports in 2015	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1053
__label__wiki	0.707835	0.707835	Home News Dallas stand as the only undefeated team in the MLS as the... Dallas stand as the only undefeated team in the MLS as the Sounders earned their first win Tyler Webster In what was another exciting weekend of MLS action, we saw an undisciplined Whitecaps team receive a heavy-handed defeat from SKC. Elsewhere Dallas maintained their unbeaten status, the only remaining MLS team to not have suffered a loss the season. LAFC came back from what would critics would have called a telling defeat to win with five goals over the Impact. The other LA-based team suffered a defeat to an Atlanta team that is continuing to do things right as a fresher expansion side. During the last little bit of action we saw on Sunday the Sounders earned their first win of the season against the other expansion team from last season that isn’t performing nearly as well. Sporting Kansas City 6-0 Vancouver Whitecaps SKC demolished nine-man Whitecaps to extend their lead over the West. Johnny Russell opened the scoring for SKC in the tenth minute with a shot past Whitecaps keeper Stefan Marinovic from out wide, assisted by Roger Espinoza. Russell found the net again in the 16th minute from the opposite side of the box as his last goal, once again assisted by Espinoza. Jimmy Medranda made it 3-0 for SKC in the 30th minute with a long-range attempt that found the top-centre of the net, assisted by Daniel Salloi. After a questionable tackle, VAR determined that both Yordy Reyna and Efrain Juarez of the Whitecaps should receive red cards, thus bringing the Whitecaps down to nine men. Russell earned his hat-trick in the 48th minute with a strike from close range following a corner, assisted by Matt Besler. Cristian Lobato scored in the 54th with a close-range shot into the top of the net, assisted by Yohan Croizet. Croizet scored a goal of his own in the 77th minute with a great finish of Ilie Sanchez’ through pass to round out the scoring at 6-0. FC Dallas 2-0 Philadelphia Union Dallas earned a solid win over the Union to stay undefeated in the MLS. FC Dallas opened the scoring with a penalty confidently taken in the 64th minute by Mauro Diaz, earned by Matt Hedges for being brought down in the area during a corner. Maximiliano Urruti doubled Dallas’ lead in the 74th minute with a shot from wide after rounding Union keeper following a fantastic through pass from Roland Lamah. Montreal Impact 3-5 Los Angeles FC LAFC managed an impressive comeback against 10-man Impact. Ignacio Piatti put the Impact on the board in the ninth minute with a confident finish from the centre of the box. Piatti netted his second in the 16th minute with a deftly converted penalty that he earned by being brought down in the box by LAFC keeper Tyler Miller. LAFC managed to get themselves on the board in the 24th minute thanks to an expertly taken freekick by Laurent Ciman. The collapse began for the Impact when Victor Cabrera was shown a red card in the 31st minute after fouling LAFC’s Marco Urena in the area. A penalty was awarded and Urena stepped up to take it, but his effort was saved by Miller. Piatti made his hattrick in the 43rd minute with a solid effort from the centre of the box, capitalising on a through-pass from Jukka Raitala. Benny Feilhaber began the comeback in earnest with a quick finish assisted by Marco Urena in the 52nd minute. Jukka Raitala suffered the ignominy of scoring an own goal in the 57th minute to bring LAFC level. LAFC’s Diego Rossi earned a penalty after being fouled by the Impact’s Daniel Lovitz, Carlos Vela converted it in the 83rd minute to give LAFC their first lead of the game. Latif Blessing got himself on the scorecard for LAFC in the 89th minute with a finish from close-range to end the scoring at 3-5. Houston Dynamo 5-1 Toronto FC The Dynamo hammered a heavily rotated Toronto side that appears to be focusing on the CONCACAF Champions League fixture this mid-week. Mauro Manotas brought the Dynamo into the game early on with a third-minute strike from the centre of the box, assisted by Romell Quioto. Leonardo doubled the Dynamo lead in the seventh with another goal from the centre of the box following a corner kick. Eric Alexander made it 3-0 for the Dynamo with a close-range strike in the 46th minute. Mitchell Taintor got Toronto on the board in the 52nd minute with a close-range finish of Ager Aketxe’s cross. Alberth Elis got himself on the score-sheet for the Dynamo in the 60th with a neat finish of Quioto’s cross. Quioto finally got himself on the board in the 77th minute with a shot from wide to make it 5-1 for the Dynamo, assisted via a headed pass from Alejandro Fuenmayor. New York Red Bulls 1-2 Chicago Fire The Fire handed the Red Bulls their third defeat of the season despite small presence on the field. The Fire found the net first, with a 30th-minute strike by Aleksandar Katai from outside the box. Nemanja Nikolic doubled the Fire’s lead in the 69th minute with a confident finish of a penalty given for a foul on Katai by Red Bulls keeper Luis Robles. Bradley Wright-Phillips netted a consolation goal for the Red Bulls in the 81st minute with a close-range finish following a corner. Columbus Crew SC 2-2 New England Revolution Four goals in the first half left this game without a winner as neither the Crew nor the Revs could find the edge in the second half. The Crew took the lead in the ninth minute thanks to an embarrassing own-goal by the Revolution’s Andrew Farrell. Teal Bunbury brought the Revs level in the 14th minute with a shot from wide, assisted by Cristian Penilla. Gyasi Zardes put the Crew back in the lead in the 43rd minute with a finish from wide, assisted by Federico Higuain. Penilla brought the Revs back level in the first minute of added time in the first half with a shot from the centre of the box, assisted by Juan Agudelo. Orlando City SC 3-2 San Jose Earthquakes Orlando took home all three despite a late attempt to come back from the Earthquakes. Chris Mueller gave Orlando an early lead with a tight finish from a difficult angle in the second minute, assisted by Yoshimar Yotun. Sacha Kljestan made it 2-0 for Orlando in the 35th minute with a close-range finish following a break, assisted by Chris Mueller. Dominic Dwyer scored Orlando’s third in the 69th minute with a strong shot from the centre of the box, assisted by Justin Meram. The Quakes finally found the net in the 78th minute with a goal coming via a close-range effort from Florian Jungworth. Jungworth scored his brace in the 90th minute with a strong headed finish of Magnus Eriksson’s cross. Real Salt Lake 3-0 Colorado Rapids Without Tim Howard for most of the game, the ten-man Rapids ultimately fell to a late onslaught from RSL. The Rapids evening began to turn sour when keeper Tim Howard was shown a red card in the 20th minute for handling the ball outside of his box after he rushed to stop a promising RSL attack. RSL did not manage to find the net until the 82nd minute, with a penalty conceded by Rapids defender Tommy Smith and converted by Joao Plata. Damir Kreilach made it 2-0 for RSL in the 89th minute with a shot from the left side of the box, assisted by Albert Rusnak. Rusnak netted himself a goal in the second minute of stoppage time with a well-placed freekick into the top-right corner. LA Galaxy 0-2 Atlanta United FC Atlanta blank the Galaxy in a huge statement win to keep them second in the East. In the 20th minute, Atlanta were gifted a penalty which might have put them in the lead had Josef Martinez not struck it into the woodwork following a tricky approach. Martinez luckily managed to find the net in the 22nd minute with a close-range finish to make up for his missed penalty. Miguel Almiron stepped up and confidently converted a penalty in the fourth minute of stoppage time, earned by Romario Williams for being fouled in the area by Jorgen Skjelvik. Seattle Sounders 3-1 Minnesota United FC The Sounders earned their first win of the season against a struggling Minnesota team. Gustav Svensson got the Sounders off the mark with a solid strike from outside the box in the 23rd minute, assisted by Cristian Roldan. Will Bruin doubled the Sounders’ lead in the 25th minute with a strike from the centre of the box, assisted by Roldan. Christian Ramirez got Minnesota in the game in the 66th minute with a header from the left side of the six-yard box, assisted by Darwin Quintero. Jordy Delem scored the Sounders third and the final goal of the game in the fifth minute of stoppage time with a shot from the centre of the box, assisted via through-pass from Clint Dempsey. Portland Timbers 3-0 New York City FC NYCFC suffered their first defeat of the season in a shutout loss to the Timbers. The Timbers opened the scoring in the 26th minute thanks to a headed goal by Sebastian Blanco, assisted via a cross from Andres Flores. Fanendo Adi doubled Portland’s lead in the 38th minute with a close-range effort into the bottom corner of the net. Larrys Mabiala made it 3-0 in the 66th minute with a strong headed finish of Diego Valeri’s cross to end scoring on the night. Previous articleMajor League Soccer Team of the Week w/c 23rd April 2018: Who impressed over the 40-goal weekend? 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__label__cc	0.504019	0.495981	MashTipsCollection of Technical Tips Disclaimer: MashTips is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Home Mobile Android 10 Best Free Stock Trading Apps (Alternative to Robinhood) 10 Best Free Stock Trading Apps (Alternative to Robinhood) Aadil Raval Gone are the days when only a selected few can indulge in stock trading. With the influx of apps on iOS and Android, stock trading has been simplified and anyone and everyone can do it now. Over the past few years, investors and traders have adopted using phones as their primary devices. Trading apps have blossomed allowing users to learn & invest in stocks right away. I know there are hundreds of free stock trading apps available on just a click, however, choosing the one isn’t that easy. Based on our previous stock trading experience using apps, here’s a list of top 10 best free stock trading apps you can try. TD Ameritrade is a great avenue for beginners. It requires a minimum account balance of $0 although it isn’t free for all types of trades. The app is intuitive and packed with a lot of features that would enable beginners to invest in stocks. It gives a glimpse at everything including trade history, positions, and orders. The app is also responsive based on the type of phone you have. It integrates with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Business Chat as well. It is analogous to EErade offers the best of features in an app for beginners. The app has over 400+ indicators to monitor stock and how it fares in the stock market. There’s a 60-days commission-free trading option for new joiner. They can trade with ETFs and other options free of any commission. There are also hundreds of mutual funds that don’t attract any transaction fee at all. Key Features: 300+ commission-free ETFs \| Commission-free promotional signup offer \| Cash management \| Information, data & research management \| Easy to use \| 400+ indicators for stocks Download the app: iOS \| Android Related: 7 Best Stock Simulator Apps for iPhone to Practise Trading Robinhood is one of the fastest-growing fintech startups thanks to its free stock trading model. It has resulted in the meteoric rise in popularity with over million users added in 2019 alone. Robinhood follows a commission-free trading model which is a boon for investors. You can start investing in Robinhood with as small as $1. Your money isn’t sitting idle when you haven’t invested. It’s earning you a competitive interest thanks to the cash management feature. Robinhood has every resource you’d need for your journey towards financial freedom. Robinhood has employed bleeding-edge security measures to keep personal information and assets secure. The app aids in trading with limited orders and stop-loss orders as well. Subscribing to Robinhood Gold gives you access to buy and sell stocks and funds within hours. To get started with trading on Robinhood, you’ll have to submit an application. There’s a list of minimum requirements that users will have to fulfill before signing up. The app supports everything from options to ETFs to cryptocurrencies. Although it didn’t arrive with it now, you can use its fractional investing feature as well. Key Features: Fractional Shares \| Cash Management \| Invest in stocks, crypto, Options & Funds \| In-depth financial info & resources Charles Schwab is a bank and a stockbroker offering an array of 200+ ETFs with all commission-free. It is an all-in-one app featuring more than 4,000 mutual funds with no transaction fee associated with it. Get real-time trade notifications that would allow you to make lightning-fast decisions. The user interface is pretty straightforward and the app doesn’t have any unwanted bells and whistles. Share from the variety of mutual funds, stocks, and ETFs and options. Build your portfolio by researching the performance of each fund, check out if the market is going up or down all within the app. It is one of the best broker’s apps with a fully-fledged list of features like its desktop website. Charles Schwab is also good for beginners who are seeking no fluff app issuing commission-free stocks. Keep in mind that some of the account types of Charles Schwab attract $1000 as a minimum deposit. Key Features: Real-Time Trade Notifications \| 200+ commission-free ETFs \| 4000+ mutual funds \| No minimum balance requirement Related: 7 Best Android Stock Market Apps for Status & Portfolio Management ETrade is one of the best stock trading apps. Although not all the accounts are free, the portal runs a lot of promotions that you must look out for. The platform is active 24/7 and offers round the clock customer service for those who have queries on the go. Apart from that, it is feature-rich and easy to use and offers a lot of options to trade for. E-Trade is a great app for casual traders and beginners who have started into trading stocks. The Power ETrade jacks up the capability of the ordinary app and gives access to complex options. Note that the ETrade is a pack of two apps each for iOS and Android with varying capabilities. Apart from that, ETrade has a built-in feature to chat with financial advisors. With leading mutual funds and other options, it is a great venue for diversity stocks. The app has easy navigation, streams chars, and has customer support within the app. ETrade charges on trading are minimal. Further, there are no charges on minimum deposit, options, or ETF trade. But there are charges on mutual fund trade and broker-assisted trades. Key Features: Easy Navigation \| Access to Financial Advisors \| Built-in customer support \| Ideal for beginners & experts \| No charges & commission-free \| Gives lots of options to trade Download the app: iOS \| Android (ETrade) & iOS \| Android (ETrade Power) Merrill Edge Merrill Edge offers a robust and extensive set of research and data which is one of its USPs. It integrates with Bank of America which is great for account holders at the bank. There’s no cost of stock trading when you are at Merrill Edge. It was tagged as the top pick by Stockbrokers.com in 2020 thanks to its brokerage and banking under a single roof. Charles Schwab, also listed here, has an identical platform. Merrill Edge offers a competitive $0.65 as a contract fee on options. It has more than 2,680 free from any fee mutual funds. Moreover, it’s a huge portfolio of stocks and ETFs are primarily commission-free at all stages. It is a feature-rich platform available on both Android and iOS and it is known for its ease of use. The MarketPro is a feature that comes built-in offering users with 285 optional columns for the watch list. It also uses charting, technical analysis, and option tools that would aid stock trading like a pro. Key Features: No minimum account balance \| 2,680 no-fee mutual funds \| Supports stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, and bonds \| Extensive research and data \| 24/7 live chat and phone support Webull is a great app focusing on technical trading. It’s USP is commission-free trading although there are other charges such as margin fee. When you sign up on Webull, you get a free stock valued from $2.50 to $250 if you sign up for a Webull brokerage account. If you sign up with a deposit of no less than $100, you’ll get a gift worth $12 to $1,400. The commission-free stock trading app focuses on technical indicators such as Money Flow Index, Bollinger Bands, RSI among others. There are a bunch of investment research tools including stock screeners, news, historical EPS, revenue data, and more. Webull charges a small fee between 3.99% to 6.99% where the margin is lower when the dollar amount increases. Also, Webull is a member of SIPC that protects assets of members up to half a million dollars. Although Webull supports stock trading, there’s no support for mutual funds trading. Likewise, it does miss a few key features while banking on those available. Webull offers a great search function, it is user-friendly and showcases trading charts and price alerts. Key Features: Commission-free trading \| In-depth market research \| Powerful charting trading \| Zero minimum balance required \| Price alerts Fidelity is rated with flying colors thanks to its uber-impressive website and app. Talking about Fidelity, one of the best commission-free stock trading apps, it is interactive and easy to use. It doesn’t require a rocket science degree to understand it. It offers plenty of educational resources that would help beginners understand stock trading. Additionally, it enables them to engage in the adrenaline-pumping stock trading avenue. Check out the array of stock research features that enables you to research on 16 third-party reports & counting. The app also screens the best mutual funds and ETFs for its users. Fidelity has a wide range of commission-free ETFs to invest as well as $0 commission on ETF, option, and stock trading. Can’t buy or invest in a whole unit? Check out fractional investing features that let you invest a part of a share instead of a whole. Apart from that, Fidelity now has 0.00% expense ratio funds that not only drop commission but also management fees. It has a full suite of features for those who are looking for investing albeit without any prior knowledge. Note that people with knowledge of stock trading can invest too. It has been listed as Best in Class for active trading while listing one of the top five when it comes to options trading. Key Features: Commission-free & no management fees \| Fractional Investing \| No minimum deposit \| No PFOF \| Abundant educational resources \| Market commentary Related: 8 Best Stock Market Apps for iPhone (Stock Status, Trading & Portfolio Management) Unlike other free stock trading apps USA, Interactive Brokers is a well-known app among professionals. It offers one of the low-cost tradings, the app offers full-fledged portfolio management on an app. Interactive Brokers targets professionals with IBKR Pro and casual investors with IBKR Lite. It offers trading services in over 135 markets in 33 countries. There’s a string of features including Stream Live TV, charting, stock alerts, watch list syncing, and others. Interactive Brokers offers Futures Trading, Options Trading, Day Trading, Professional Trading services with 65 different order types. It doesn’t have any minimum deposit. It has a minimum commission on all types of stock trading and there are over 96 commission-free ETFs. The app also offers numerous screeners, portfolio analysis tools, extensive back-testing functionality. The app offers excellent customer service with a score of 7.2/10 stars as per Stockbroker.com. Key Features: Low-cost trading for professionals \| 96 commission-free ETFs \| Support 65 different order types \| Supports stocks, ETFs, options trading Vanguard has maintained its low-cost index fund investing platform for a long time now. Earlier, it used to charge on ETFs and mutual funds with a little fee. However, as its competitors are driving towards going commission-free, Vanguard has finally waived off commissions for buying and selling. Note that there’s a $20 service fee that the portal charges on an annual basis. Vanguard has a portfolio of more than 1,800 ETFs which is just 200 short of Robinhood also listed here. The portal also has a portfolio of 3,000 mutual funds that traders can choose from. Vanguard doesn’t require any minimum account balance. There’s no minimum purchase requirement on the platform. However, ETFs and stocks are available on a whole share basis. The fee-free stock trading app doesn’t offer bells and whistles but it is basic & powerful. Key Features: 1,800+ ETFs \| 3,000+ mutual funds \| No minimum investment \| Commission-free stocks. ETFs, & options \| Personal Advisor Services M1 Finance M1 Finance is not one of the ordinary investment or commission-free stock trading apps. It uses a customized interface where you can customize your portfolio to diversify it and earn returns like no other apps. The app offers commission-free investment options including stocks and ETFs. Even with that, it maintains no transaction or management fee at all. The app lets you diversify your portfolio or you can leave it up to M1 Finance to take care of the rest. That’s all without paying even a penny as any charges. It also allows investing in fractional shares rather than buying a whole unit that would cost a lot. There’s also automatic deposits that relieve you from processing the payment every time transact on it. Apart from that, M1 requires a minimum deposit of $100 although it is completely fee-free so don’t worry. You can create your pie of different kinds of stocks and ETFs based on your risk tolerance and return on investments. Choose from stocks from Market Cap 100 to ultra-aggressive to moderate based on your needs. Note that some of the account types are taxable as per IRA. Key Features: Fractional Investing \| Automatic deposits \| Commission-free ETFs, stocks\| Customize your portfolio Well, this concludes our top 10 best stock trading apps to choose from. Not all these free stock trading apps are powerful and may lack or gain one or more functionalities. The best way to choose the right app is to look for functions like real-time streaming quotes. Many of the apps mentioned above offer auto-reloading quotes. Choosing an app with decent stock trading capability and nil commission fee can save a fortune at least for naive and beginners. The intermediate and expert traders will find their way around these expenses as they have prior knowledge about it. Previous article10 Best Time Tracker Apps for Improved Productivity Next articleHow to Change Wallpaper on Apple CarPlay 10 Best Reddit Apps for Android Users in 2021 Most Internet users would have encountered "Reddit" sometime or the other. Also claimed as Internet's front page, Reddit is a forum for social aggregation... 5 Best WhatsApp Alternatives for Better Privacy WhatsApp recently announced that they will be sharing certain user data with their parent company, Facebook. 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__label__wiki	0.947753	0.947753	5 Must-See Visual Arts Shows & Exhibitions to Catch This Month By Kyle Macmillan \| September 3, 2019 \| Culture Chicago’s autumn arts season kicks into high gear with a series of must-catch exhibitions. Ship photo by Daniel Hegglin/courtesy of Kunsthaus Zug, Ilya and Emilia Kabakov Foundation Say sayonara to summer—and with fall’s arrival comes a full slate of visual arts shows at galleries and museums across the city. Here are our fab five for the month. 01/ HEART OF GLASS More than 85 years after the death of Louis Comfort Tiffany, his name remains synonymous with beauty and innovation. The renowned American artist and designer influenced a wide swath of decorative arts in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but nowhere was his impact more pronounced than in stained glass. Eternal Light: The Sacred Stained-Glass Windows of Louis Comfort Tiffany features 11 standout examples from 1880 through 1925. Sept. 7-March 8, 2020, Driehaus Museum, 40 E. Erie St., 312.482.8933 02/ THE GOOD SHIP Ilya and Emilia Kabakov rank among the most celebrated artists to emerge from the former Soviet Union, gaining international acclaim for their immersive installations. The husband-and-wife team conceived “The Ship of Tolerance” in 2005 as a way to promote diversity and combat ethnic division, and permutations have been displayed in 12 cities worldwide so far. The next version—a 65 ½-footlong vessel with sails adorned with drawings created by Chicago-area schoolchildren—will be built locally and exhibited as part of IN/SITU Outside, EXPO CHICAGO’s outdoor exhibition program. “We wanted to really cement the legacy of the project within the history of public art in Chicago,” says Stephanie Cristello, the international art fair’s artistic director. Sept. 17-Oct. 6, Polk Brothers Park, 600 E. Grand Ave. 03/ SMART ART What is progress and how do we deal with it? When do future aspirations turn into utopian myths? These are some of the questions that Hong Kong artist Samson Young explores in a trilogy of animated music videos titled collectively Silver Moon or Golden Star, Which Will You Buy of Me? The three works are the culmination of a yearlong project that began with a residency cosponsored by the Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society and the University of Chicago’s Smart Museum of Art. Sept. 18-Dec. 29, Smart Museum of Art, 5550 S. Greenwood Ave., 773.702.0200 04/ POP GOES AMERICA What more is there to say about pop art? A good deal, it turns out. Pop América, 1965-1975 is a groundbreaking exhibition set to visit Northwestern University’s Block Museum of Art that argues that its reach extended beyond the United States and Great Britain to much of Latin America. Featured will be more than 100 works from such countries as Argentina, Brazil and Chile. “It’s going to be bold, bright and interesting too, because it’s pop art that people just aren’t as familiar with,” says Corinne Granof, Block’s curator of academic programs. Sept. 21-Dec. 8, 40 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, 847.491.4000 05/ GRAY AREAS While European exponents of geometric abstraction like Piet Mondrian and Kasimir Malevich are better known, the United States has had its own significant adherents of the style. Among the most notable was Leon Polk Smith. Featured in a new solo show will be major examples from two of his most notable series from the late 1950s to the early ’70s, Correspondence and Constellation. “The installation will express the artist’s nimble and daring shifts from rectilinear to shaped canvas work and from single-panel paintings to complex multipanel arrangements that defy conventional space,” says Valerie Carberry, a partner with the Richard Gray Gallery. Sept. 13-Nov. 23, Gray Warehouse, 2044 W. Carroll Ave., 312.883.8277 Tags: culture museums galleries art exhibitions chicago art exhibitions expo chicago september 2019 Photography by: Ship photo by Daniel Hegglin/courtesy of Kunsthaus Zug, Ilya and Emilia Kabakov Foundation	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1062
__label__cc	0.679473	0.320527	Smart Advantage Why UsExpand Why Smart Advantage? ClientsExpand Smart Advantage Client List Mind Your Biz Today Keynote Speaking Schedule for Smart Advantage CEO Jaynie L. Smith Increases Well into 2010 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Wanting to develop a sales and marketing message that is more effective and successful in these challenging economic times, companies are turning to Jaynie L. Smith. Jaynie L. Smith is an expert in guiding companies on revising their core message to focus on Competitive Advantage. Companies across the nation have taken full advantage of booking Jaynie L. Smith as a keynote speaker, consultant, and a corporate workshop host for 2010. Jaynie and her consulting firm, Smart Advantage, Inc., assist organizations in identifying and implementing a proprietary competitive advantage process. The strategies executed are central to Jaynie’s best-selling business book, Creating Competitive Advantage. Companies utilizing the consulting and keynote speaking services of Jaynie and Smart Advantage include OnTargetJobs.com, Renewal by Andersen, Stellar Solutions, AFI International and more. The services of Jaynie and of Smart Advantage extend to organizations exploring the development and utilization of their competitive advantages to differentiate themselves against their competitors in the 2010 market. A publication praised by CEOs the world over, Creating Competitive Advantage is in its ninth printing, and rights to the book have been sold internationally to publishers in five countries. For companies looking to discover and promote the attributes that set it apart from competitors, this is a universally tried and true handbook. During each appearance, organizations learn the steps Jaynie employs when helping a business identify its competitive advantage to establish and reinforce its marketing approach. The Smart Advantage consulting process improves the strategies and steps taken toward increasing sales close rates, safeguarding profit margins, and increasing leads or inquiries from marketing efforts. About Jaynie L. Smith and Smart Advantage, Inc. Smart Advantage, Inc. is a marketing consultancy founded by Jaynie L. Smith, author of the best-selling business book Creating Competitive Advantage (Doubleday, 2006). Jaynie L. Smith has been a featured guest on ABC World News This Morning, Bloomberg News, and MSNBC discussing the Smart Advantage Process. Based on more than 20 years experience with Fortune 500 companies and over 35,000 hours of CEO coaching, Jaynie L. Smith outlines a process for companies to understand, uncover, define, research, and edit their competitive advantages. Smart Advantage has refined, expanded, and licensed this process and consults with companies from Fortune 500 to mid-size and small firms. 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The summit took place at the Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida on January 25, 2010. Creating Competitive Advantage to be Released as Audio Book Jaynie L. Smith announces the release of an Audio Book version of her best-selling business book Creating Competitive Advantage. The 228-page, 10-chapter book, published by Doubleday, now comes in an author-narrated digital format, as a set of five compact discs. You Have the Wrong Number! Strategic Differentiation is at Risk Differentiation Strategy in 2020 Don’t Know What You Don’t Know? Act or Wait? That is the question. Are Your KPIs “K” to Your Customers? How May We Help You. © 2021 Smart Advantage - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1064
__label__cc	0.728755	0.271245	Mercedes-Benz USA reports best year ever Home Auto news Industry Mercedes-Benz USA reports best year ever 2016 was the best year ever for Mercedes-Benz USA, as the American branch reports sales of 380,752 cars, topping the record achieved in 2015 by 0.1%. MBUSA sold 37,057 vehicles in December only. “MBUSA maintained a consistent pace throughout the year, which led us to our best sales result ever. In 2016, Mercedes-Benz was the best-selling luxury franchise in the U.S.,” statesd Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. “I want to thank Stuttgart, our dealers and everyone at MBUSA for helping us to have such an incredible year.” The most popular model in December was still the C-Class sedan, with 7,345 units sold. The GLE SUV follows close behind, wih 5,574 models delivered. The new E-Class gets on the podium as well, with 4,851 units sold. It was a record-breaking time for Mercedes-AMG as well. The high-performance models were acquired by 3,126 speed-addicted customers in December, reaching a 23,261 units sold year-to-date, up by an exhilarating 33.3% compared to 2015. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 10,981 vehicles in December. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 123,332 vehicles, marking a a growth of of 2.3%. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales — December 2016 Monthly % YTD 2016 Yearly % E-CLASS/CLS SLC/SLK *SLS AMG GLC/GLK GLE/M-CLASS GL/GLS Vans1 MBUSA Tags : MBUSA, Mercedes sales, Mercedes-Benz USA Cristi Stefan, May 22, 2015 Daimler injects 500m euros into its Mercedes-Benz Berlin plant Ola Kallenius, Zetsche’s successor for Daimler top job? Razvan Magureanu, July 12, 2016 June 2016 sales: Mercedes is the leader of premium car market in the half of 2016 Cristi Stefan, December 4, 2018 Prices for the 2019 Mercedes B-Class announced: Start from 31.874 euro Elena Luchian, February 6, 2015 A record-breaking bonus for a record-breaking performance Mercedes-Benz was number 1 in the sales premium segment in 2017 MERCEDES W08 FOR F1 SEASON 2017: New Silver Arrow arrives on February 23rd	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1071
__label__wiki	0.531307	0.531307	The Republican Party Is Now Anti-American by D.J. McGuire For 25 years, I called myself a Republican, proudly. …Read Article Trump Routing ‘Election Integrity’ Money to Retire Campaign Debt by D.J. McGuire About an hour after voting ended in Alaska on …Read Article Staying-Sane 2020 by Kevin Kelton As we count down to election night and then …Read Article Is Trump Surrendering in Afghanistan? by D.J. McGuire Ever since the president returned to the White House …Read Article Will Ukraine Shift the Never-Trump Ground on Impeachment? « Older Episodes Newer Episode » Show NotesArticle Related Info by D.J. McGuire House Democrats deciding whether or not to support impeaching President Trump have faced numerous pressures in either direction – usually, folks to their left all but demand, while those to their right forswear it. One of the loudest impeachment-is-a-bad-idea factions has been the slowly dwindling but still influential group known as Never Trump Conservatives (of which, full disclosure, I still consider myself to be one). Then the Ukraine story hit (Washington Post): A whistleblower complaint about President Trump made by an intelligence official centers on Ukraine, according to two people familiar with the matter, which has set off a struggle between Congress and the executive branch. The complaint involved communications with a foreign leader and a “promise” that Trump made, which was so alarming that a U.S. intelligence official who had worked at the White House went to the inspector general of the intelligence community, two former U.S. officials said. Two and a half weeks before the complaint was filed, Trump spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, a comedian and political newcomer who was elected in a landslide in May. That call is already under investigation by House Democrats who are examining whether Trump and his attorney Rudolph W. Giuliani sought to manipulate the Ukrainian government into helping Trump’s reelection campaign. In particular, there was concern about whether or not Trump tried to pressure Zelensky to rehash old and disproven charges surrounding the family of Joe Biden. That later became the explicit accusation (WaPo). President Trump pressed the leader of Ukraine to investigate the son of former vice president Joe Biden in a call between the two leaders that is at the center of an extraordinary whistleblower complaint, according to two people familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter. Trump used the July 25 conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to pressure the recently elected leader to pursue an investigation that Trump thought would deliver potential political dirt on one of his possible challengers in 2020, the people said. The descriptions of the call provide the clearest indication to date that Trump sought to use the influence of his office to prod the leader of a country seeking American financial and diplomatic support to provide material that could aid the president’s reelection. On one level, this was just one more log for the Trumpster-fire, as Trump supporters and opponents took their usual positions… …except for Never Trump Conservatives, some of whom took the additional step of moving past their previous skepticism about impeachment. For example, Max Boot (WaPo)… Until now, I have been willing to accede to the judgment of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) to go slow on impeachment proceedings that are unpopular with voters and could imperil the Democratic majority. But if the new scandal involving President Trump and Ukraine is as bad as it seems — and that is, of course, a very big if at this early stage — the House will have no choice but to impeach, consequences be damned. …George Conway (WaPo)… To borrow John Dean’s haunting Watergate-era metaphor once again, there is a cancer on the presidency, and cancers, if not removed, only grow. Congress bears the duty to use the tools provided by the Constitution to remove that cancer now, before it’s too late. As Elbridge Gerry put it at the 1787 Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, “A good magistrate will not fear [impeachments]. A bad one ought to be kept in fear of them.” By now, Congress should know which one Trump is. …Tom Nichols (The Atlantic)… If this, in itself, is not impeachable, then the concept has no meaning. Trump’s grubby commandeering of the presidency’s fearsome and nearly uncheckable powers in foreign policy for his own ends is a gross abuse of power and an affront both to our constitutional order and to the integrity of our elections. …and none other than Rick Wilson himself, in reaction to ex-Congressman David Jolly’s recommendation for an impeachment inquiry: “We’re in new territory, and this is clearly the only way to move this past the WH/Barr/DNI obstruction.” I am not going to say we should expect impeachment to happen tomorrow. The Ukraine story is evolving; people are reacting; and where predictions are concerned, I’m terrible. I am saying that one of the redoubts of the impeachment-is-mad argument appears to be coming down. Democrats in the House who have not yet decided to support it are less likely to hear Wilson et al warn against it. Indeed, they might hear encouragement for it from their right. That makes impeachment more likely today than it was yesterday. D.J. McGuire – a self-described progressive conservative – has been part of the More Perfect Union Podcast since 2015. He is also a contributor to Bearing Drift. More Perfect Union A weekly roundtable discussion of news and politics. Discover and navigate topics related to this podcast article by using the tags below Donald Trump impeachment Never Trump Ukraine Not finding what your looking for? Try a search One comment on “Will Ukraine Shift the Never-Trump Ground on Impeachment?” Well the problem with Eldritch Gerry’s quote is, is that as long as Moscow Mitch runs the senate, this “magistrate” has no fear of impeachment even being brought to the floor of the Senate. The US Constitution does not require the Senate proceed in any sort of time frame. And as long as McConnell controls the gavel, that time frame will be in reverse Kelton Media LLC © 2020	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1075
__label__wiki	0.972589	0.972589	Depeche Mode - Personal Jesus (Official Video) Nov 7, 2020 Updated Nov 8, 2020 Depeche Mode - "Personal Jesus" (Official Video) directed by Anton Corbijn Original song from the 'Violator' album (Sire/Mute Records - 1989) Buy the 12” Singles Box Sets - https://depechemodeboxsets.com Listen to more Depeche Mode - https://lnk.to/depeche_mode Subscribe to the channel http://bit.ly/DepecheYouTube Follow Depeche Mode Website: http://depechemode.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/depechemode Twitter: https://twitter.com/depechemode Instagram: https://instagram.com/depechemode Performed By: Depeche Mode Written By: Martin L. Gore Produced By: Depeche Mode, Flood Video Director: Anton Corbijn Reach out and touch faith Your own personal Jesus Someone to hear your prayers Someone who cares Someone who's there Feeling unknown And you're all alone By the telephone Lift up the receiver I'll make you a believer Take second best Put me to the test Things on your chest You need to confess I will deliver You know I'm a forgiver The Depeche Mode channel is the band’s official YouTube home, featuring the catalogue of the iconic band’s official music videos, live performances, lyric videos and Depeche Mode-approved playlists. Subscribe to join the Depeche Mode YouTube community and check back for announcements, updates, and more! Video is an integral expression of Depeche Mode's artistry. The band have released over 50 music videos and multiple critically-acclaimed concert films, working with award-winning directors including Anton Corbijn and D.A. Pennebaker. One of the most respected, innovative, and best-selling musical acts today, Depeche Mode have sold over 100 million records and played live to more than 30 million fans around the world. Depeche Mode - Martin Gore, Dave Gahan, and Andy Fletcher - continue to win critical and commercial acclaim both in the studio and on the road, with innumerable musicians citing them as inspirations. The band’s 14 studio albums have reached the Top Ten in over 20 countries, including the US and UK. Their latest studio album, 2017’s Spirit, debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200 and the UK album charts (becoming their 17th Top 10 UK album), and launched a world tour that saw the band play to more than 3.5 million fans. #DepecheMode #PersonalJesus #Violator Oscar winner Charlize Theron inducted Depeche Mode, whose biggest influence came in the 1980s when their post-punk, synthesizer-dominated music made the Brits a favorite of the goth subculture. Theron thanked the band “for being the soundtrack of my life.” Biden reverses Trump policies on climate, virus Plea for vaccines as NJ walk-in site inundated AP Top Stories January 20 Cuomo: NY 1st dose vaccines to run out in 2-3 days 'Don't blow no kiss at me:' Hickory man charged with stabbing, killing mother makes emotional court appearance Canceled TV shows 2021: Which of your favorite series are coming to an end? Two wanted for murder after shooting at NC furniture business. Witness: One suspect worked at the shop. WATCH NOW: Popular local restaurant owner opens new Asian-inspired eatery WATCH NOW: Linemen hailed as heroes after saving family from burning home Jim Bryan, a doctor for Allan Gurganus Cooper issues a post-Trump challenge MORGANTON HOUSE HICKORY DAILY RECORD SOSSOMAN'S FUNERAL HOME (RETAIL) HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, VALDESE LIFE ALLIANCE, LLC, SHERRY BYRD, VP PARAMOUNT FORD Carrier Login © Copyright 2021 The News Herald, PO Box 280 Morganton, NC \| Terms of Use \| Privacy Policy	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1081
__label__wiki	0.589822	0.589822	Home Depression Cops: Teen who devoted suicide after Instagram ballot suffered from despair Cops: Teen who devoted suicide after Instagram ballot suffered from despair Recently, Malaysians have been bowled over over the death of a teenage woman who committed suicide after sixty-nine % of pollsters on her Instagram account supported the option to kill herself. Local newspapers pronounced that the sufferer posted an online poll status asking her ‘Instagram Story’ fans: “Really Important, Help Me to Choose D/L.” (D stood for dying whilst L for Life). In addition, the sufferer also reportedly published a Facebook popularity update wherein she said: “Wanna Quit F**king Life I’m Tired”. Padawan district police deputy chief DSP Merbin Lisa stated based totally at the research, the girl who was known as Davia Emelia, 16, becomes suspected of experiencing melancholy. “However, based totally at the statement from the victim’s mother, she did now not display any behavioral trade previous to the incident. “According to her mother, the sufferer turned into near her stepfather but because the stepfather married a Vietnamese lady, he rarely returned to Kuching to satisfy the sufferer. “It brought on the victim to experience sad,” he said whilst contacted by way of Bernama right here Thursday (May sixteen). DSP Merlin stated investigation turned into still ongoing, and to date, the police had acquired statements from the college and the sufferer’s dear friends. Yesterday, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) issued a statement to advise social media users to be more attentive and touchy to suicidal postings to save you similar incidents from routine. MCMC stated reports ought to be made directly to the police, own family contributors and friends of the individual worried. Both duloxetine and venlafaxine are SNRI’s. I was on venlafaxine for three years before it appeared to prevent operating for me. There are other training or family of anti-depressants, but the above 2 are what I even have used, and I don’t want this article to be too technical! Unfortunately, in relation to anti-depressants, one length does now not fit all! It is only thru trial and errors by attempting the anti-depressants your health practitioner or psychiatrist prescribes, till you locate one that works for you. Also, it’s miles trial and error with the dosage amount. Each time that I turned into placed on an anti-depressant, my psychiatrist commenced with a low dosage and elevated it as want be over time. As with all prescribed medicinal drugs, there are possible facet-outcomes. I changed into fortunate with each venlafaxine and sertraline in that the handiest facet-outcomes I had with each anti-depressant changed into a headache and mild nausea. These aspect-results handiest lasted some days, so it changed into a small charge to pay for the massive high-quality advantage that they gave me. It is crucial to note, that a health practitioner or psychiatrist should screen someone’s anti-depressant medicinal drug to look if it’s far nevertheless running and if the dosage is accurate. People with depression often have an imbalance in certain natural chemicals in the brain. So anti-depressant medications work by helping the brain to restore its usual chemical balance and thereby reduce symptoms. I often get asked the question, “How long does it take for them to work?” For me, it took 2 to 3 weeks for the anti-depressants to work. But my research indicates that it can take up to six weeks after the first dose of medication before it has an anti-depressant effect. For some people, it can take up to eight weeks or a little longer before they start to feel better, and the maximum benefit is felt after six months. Previous articleDepression and constipation: What’s the link? Next articleHow ketamine can trade the brain to fight despair How ketamine can trade the brain to fight despair Depression and constipation: What’s the link? Ketamine: The illicit birthday celebration psychedelic that promises to heal melancholy	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1082
__label__cc	0.745377	0.254623	Caledonian Canal Days 5 & 6: Laggan to Banavie On our fifth day along the Caledonian Canal, we travelled 15 miles from Laggan through Loch Lochy, passing through two bridges and only one lock. We stopped for two nights at Banavie Top Basin above the famous Neptune’s Staircase and within two miles of the southern terminus of the canal. Banavie Basin is only four miles from Fort William, where we had overnighted earlier in the year on our West Highland Line train trip to Malaig. That sure seemed like a long time ago, but it was only three months past. Fort William residents Sandra and Barry Kempster, who had been monitoring our progress since our North Atlantic crossing, were on hand to greet us when we arrived at Banavie and took us on a tour of the best view sites in the area. We had a wonderful afternoon, and particularly enjoyed the Nevis Range Mountain Gondola with its sweeping views. Below are trip highlights from October 18th and 19th on the Caledonian Canal, Scotland. Click any image for a larger view, or click the position to view the location on a map. And a live map of our current route and most recent log entries always is available at http://mvdirona.com/maps Loch Lochy Position: -4 49.83, 57 1.11 Beautiful calm conditions looking ahead into Loch Lochy as we depart Laggan. Letterfinlay Lodge Position: -4 53.23, 56 58.97 The Letterfinaly Lodge on Loch Lochy, where we had lunch yesterday. Gairlochy Light The Gairlochy Light at the south end of Loch Lochy, where we will return back into the Caledonian Canal proper until we exit at Fort William. Gairlochy Lock We waited about 15 mintues for the Gairlochy Lock to open shortly before 9am. Gairlochy Bridge Spitfire checking clearances as we pass through the Gairlochy Bridge. Moy Bridge Position: -5 1.15, 56 53.91 Passing through the Moy Bridge, our second and last bridge of the day. The bridges in this area aren’t as busy as at Fort William and Inverness, and don’t have restricted opening times. Aqueduct where Allt Sheangain joins the Caledonian Canal. Slightly cloud-shrouded Ben Nevis is the tallest mountain in the British Isles at 4,412ft (1,345m). Sandra & Barry Kempster Fort William residents Sandra and Barry Kempster have been monitoring our progress since our North Atlantic crossing, and were on hand to greet us when we arrived at the Banavie Top Basin to moor for a couple of nights. They also carried with them some parts and mail that they’d accepted on our behalf, and some treats for Spitfire. Banavie Top Basin Looking north across Banavie Top Basin, above the famous Neptune’s Staircase. Dirona is just visible on the right beyond the colorful barge. Mountain Gondola Sandra and Barry Kempster are season ticket holders for the Nevis Range Mountain Gondola and drove us there for a ride to the top. Gondola View We’re only partway up and the views from the gondola are excellent. Gairlochy The view from the top of the Mountain Gondola to Gairlochy. The Gairlocky Lock that we passed through earlier today is at the left of the picture. The view west from the Nevis Range to Loch Linnhe (foreground) and Loch Eil, with The Narrows running between them. The village of Corpach is at the head of Loch Linnhe on the right, where the Caledonian Canal exits to sea. Allt a Mhuillinn Allt a Mhuillinn running between 4,412ft (1,345m) Ben Nevis on the left and (1,220m) Carn Mor on the right. The bodies of water in the center distance are Loch Linnhe (left) and Loch Eil. The fabulous view from the Nevis Range. The Caledonian Canal runs between Loch Linnhe on the left and Loch Lochy on the right. (Click picture for a better view). Cautious deer atop the Nevis Range. Sandra and Barry Kempster spoiled us silly and took us to another great viewpoint to the Nevis Range at the Commando Memorial. The memorial is dedicated to the British Special Forces members of World War II who trained nearby starting in 1942. Garden of Remembrance The Garden of Remembrance, adjacent to the Commando Memorial, contains tributes to those Commando members who died in more modern conflicts such as the Falklands War and Afghanistan. Blarmacfoldach Viewpoint The view northwest to Loch Linnhe from the Blarmacfoldach Viewpoint Sandra and Barry Kempster have a lovely home overlooking Loch Linnhe and the terminus of the Caledonian Canal. The white building in the center foreground is the Corpach Basin Sea Lock office. At the right of the picture is the distinct Hjalmar Bjorge, that we’d seen in Loch Maddy. (Click image for a larger view). Morning calm at the Banavie Top Basin above Neptune’s Staircase on the Caledonian Canal. Plumbing Part As part of the post mortem from Alarms at 1:15am, we decided we needed a reliable, high-capacity, automatic bilge pump added to our main bilge. We have a Jabsco 34600-0010, but it’s really just a bilge-drying pump, not offering the volume we want. Nor is it sufficiently reliable. We had ordered all the parts we need to install this pump when we returned to Seattle earlier this year, but we ran into a rare ordering snafu from Amazon and the 2″ to 1 1/2″ plumbing bushing came in as 1″ to 1/2″. For the lack of a tiny part worth only $9.62, we weren’t able to take on the project of adding a high capacity bilge pump in the lower bilge. Barry and Sandra Kempster knew we would be cruising near where they lived in Fort William, Scotland and they offered to hold some packages for us. We ordered a bunch of things we needed. But, the most welcome of the group, was that last part needed for the bilge pump project. Here is the part we were missing, adapting a 1 1/2″ pipe nipple to a 2″ elbow. In the UK, British Standard Thread (BST) is the standard tapered pipe thread, whereas the parts we’re using are National Pipe Thread (NPT), the tapered pipe thread used in North America. NPT parts are available in the UK, but they are rare and poorly-stocked, so this one had to come from the US. Barry Kempster did the research to figure out this difference and help us avoid starting the job with an easy-to-get BST part that wouldn’t have fit properly. Complete Unit Now that we have all the parts, we’re finally ready to install the additional high capacity bilge pump. We have elected to install a Rule 3700 which has sufficient capacity to completely pump the water we had flowing into the boat in Alarms at 1:15am. We are taking a two-step defense, where we first prevent the inflow and then put enough pump capacity into the system that the inflow can be easily handled without the pump running anywhere close to 100% cycle. This a simple design where the Rule 3700 will be mounted in the bilge aft of the engine, and the blue hose will connect the two large grey 90-degree fittings that mate up with a 2-inch hose for dumping overboard. What makes this installation challenging is the pump doesn’t fit. We’re preparing the design outside of the bilge but will have to assemble it like a ship-in-a-bottle in the main bilge. It’ll be tedious but the flow from this pump is so phenomenally different from the current Jabsco 34600-0010 that it’s worth the time. We picked up a Flir One Pro Thermal Camera from Amazon. It’s only USD$200 and operates as an extension to an Android phone (IOS also supported on similar hardware) with an on-phone application. This picture shows the AC electrical panel on Dirona. The bright orange sections are the 10 LED voltage and amperage displays. Above and to the left is the Furuno FA150 AIS glowing brightly (under the FLIR logo). There is electrical load on the system but no heat around any other breaker or transfer switch, so we can see the system is healthy and operating with low resistance. We also took the obligatory pet picture and found that Spitfire is pretty well insulated except for heat leaks at the ears and face area. :) Crannog We had an excellent dinner at the Crannog Restaurant on the Fort William waterfront with Barry and Sandra Kempster. On the map page, clicking on a camera or text icon will display a picture and/or log entry for that location, and clicking on the smaller icons along the route will display latitude, longitude and other navigation data for that location. And a live map of our current route and most recent log entries always is available at http://mvdirona.com/maps. Destinations, Scotland ← Caledonian Canal Day 4: Fort Augustus to Laggan Alarms at 1:15am Follow up →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1084
__label__cc	0.735156	0.264844	Fyksesund We’ve seen a lot of fish farms in Norway and around the world, but have never set foot on one. So when we learned about the Hardanger Akvasenter, a working fish farm that is open for tours, we contacted them to find out if we could arrange a private visit. The answer was an enthusiastic yes, and we had a great time touring the farm and learning more about the industry. The farm is situated at the mouth of the waterfall-filled Fyksesund, a beautiful arm of Hardangerfjord, that we also toured by tender while we were in the area. Below are highlights from Sept 8th through 19th, 2020. Click any image for a larger view, or click the position to view the location on a map. And a live map of our current route and most recent log entries always is available at mvdirona.com/maps. Position: 60°34.12’N, 6°56.13’E Spitfire watching intently as a flock of sparrows swoop on and off “his” bow railings. Balaifossen Balaifossen on the east side of Osafjorden has a drop of more than 2,600 ft (800m), making it one of the highest waterfalls in Norway. Cliff Door Position: 60°34.75’N, 7°1.20’E A door into a mountain face seems a little unusual, but it connects to a road tunnel behind. Dogro The river Dogro gushing down the cliff behind a small cabin along the east side of Osafjorden. Hardanger Bridge Passing back under the Hardanger Bridge in similarly overcast conditions as our northbound run a few days ago. Tveisme Valley The river Tveismeelvi and other waterfalls flowing down into the dramatic Tveisme Valley just south of the Hardnager Bridge. Slattenes Light The light on the poing Slattenes at the intersection of Sorfjorden and Eidfjorden. Hardanger Folkeblad Sondre Haukedal‘s interview with us at Odda was published in the local newspaper Hardanger Folkeblad today (Norwegian only). Kvanndal The ferry departing Kvanndal under a cliff striped with waterfalls. This is where we boarded the ferry Utnefjord for Utne a few days ago en route to Odda after visiting Vorringfossen. Elkem Bjolvefossen Metal smelter Elkem Bjolvefossen along the north side of Hardangerfjord. The plant went into production in 1918 using power from the purpose-built 98 WM Bjolvo power plant. Initially calcium carbide was produced, but later an electric smelter was added to produce ferrosilicon and ferroalloys. Cement Chute We’re not sure the purpose of this cement chute, with a square opening near the bottom, along the north shore of Hardangerfjord. Fykesund Approaching Fyksesund, a branch of Hardangerfjord, where we’ll anchor near the bridge for a couple of nights. The fish farm in the foreground is the Hardanger Akvasenter, an operational fish farm and display facility. We’re scheduled to tour it this week. The watermaker has recently developed a massive inrush current problem on startup, sometimes drawing way more than 8KW. This usually trips the 20A breaker, but sometimes the high-current inrush is sufficiently brief that the breaker stays engaged and the watermaker then runs properly at normal current draws. The possibilities are a seized pump, a failing motor, or the watermaker has some internal problem that dead-heads the pressure output on startup. Before investigating, we ran the system to fill the tanks since we know it may not restart after service. On investigating, we found the high pressure pump oil (pictured) is at the correct level and clear, without discoloration or metallic impurities. The pump is very likely not the problem, leaving a seized motor or some internal system problem causing pressure dead-heading. The latter is not very likely and sometimes the motor starts with only 11A and other times it draws more than 38A. It’s very likely a failing motor but, for now, we have full water tanks and the watermaker will still work if tried multiple times. Fyksesund Bridge The single-lane Fyksesund Bridge, opened in 1937, viewed from our anchorage in Fykesund. When completed, it was the longest suspension bridge in Europe and still is the longest “soft suspension bridge” in Norway. This method, common in Norway and pioneered by Norwegian engineer Olaf Stang, uses more flexible and economical rolled steel support beams rather than steel trusses. The bridge suffered aerodynamic-related structural problems but these were corrected in 1945. Fridge Switch The fridge light switch was sticking and we applied some contact cleaner that fixed the problem. The switch mechanism has a rough spot in it that suggests it will probably need replacing. Switching Propane We’ve used up the first of our four UK propane tanks since departing Stornoway and here are switching over to the second. At our current rate of consumption, we have another nine months before we’re out. View to our anchorage at Fyksesund beneath the Fyksesund Bridge. Hardanger Akvasenter We’ve seen a lot of fish farms in Norway, but have never set foot on one. So when we learned about the Hardanger Akvasenter, a working fish farm that is open for tours, we contacted them to find out if we could arrange a private tour and visit in our tender. The answer was an enthusiastic yes, and Solveig K. Botnen arranged to meet us there. Here she is providing background on the industry and explaining the technology used in the farms before taking us on a tour of the pens. Solveig did a great job and we really enjoyed our tour of the farm and learning more about the industry. Fish Pens The Hardanger Akvasenter is a small farm by Norwegian standards, but uses much of the same modern technology. The feeder in the center uses forced air to distribute pellets into the pen from the white pipe leading in from the left. Workers monitor the pens using underwater cameras and stop feeding if the fish aren’t eating, reducing water pollution and food costs due to wasted food. Visible in the right of the photo is a roller system with a black net looped over and below it. In the past, farms used divers to clean and mend the pen nets, but a more modern solution is to have two nets and use rollers to transfer the old net out of the pen for maintenance and at the same time install the replacement net. Tussagjelet Waterfall from the river Tussagjelet flowing into Fyksesund. Tender Tour Enjoying the many waterfalls in beautiful Fyksesund in warmth and comfort. The temperature is about 54°F (12°C) but it can get quite cold at speed in the tender. We’re wearing our Mustang 2175s, which are standard issue with the Coast Guard on both sides of the Canada-US border. We can toss these on over light clothing, add a pair of gloves and perhaps a hat, and be instantly warm in the coldest weather. Fossabekken The Fossabekken spilling down 3,000ft into Fyksesund. Botnen The guest harbour in Botnen at the head of Fyksesund, one of the few fjords we’ve visited with no road access to the head. Kaldrassen Fyksesund is just full of waterfalls, particularly after several days of rain. Here we are looking up from the base of the river Kaldrassen. On the map page, clicking on a camera or text icon will display a picture and/or log entry for that location, and clicking on the smaller icons along the route will display latitude, longitude and other navigation data for that location. And a live map of our current route and most recent log entries always is available at mvdirona.com/maps. Destinations, Norway ← Eidfjorden Norheimsund →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1085
__label__cc	0.619317	0.380683	6 Evansville Area Axe Throwers Heading to World Championships in Atlanta This Weekend Kyle Rickenbaugh of Newburgh and Adam James of Evansville, owners of Plaid & Timber Axe Throwing Company on Evansville's east side putting their throwing skills to the test against some of the best axe throwers in the world in an attempt to be called world champions. The pair will be joined by Kyle's wife, Amanda, Josh Edlin, Abel Slinker, and Eyan Childress of Evansville at the 2020 Signarama World Axe Throwing Championship set to begin Friday at Bad Axe Throwing in Atlanta, Georgia where they'll compete against 128 other throwers from 23 other countries. The tournament is broken up into three different categories, according to Kyle: Standard Hatchet - Axes between 12 and 19 inches thrown from 12 feet away. Big Axe - Axes longer than 23 inches thrown from 17 feet away. Duals - Teams of 2 throwing a hatchet at the same target at the same time from 12 feet away. Of the six competitors on the Plaid & Timber team, none will compete in Big Axe. Kyle, Adam, and Josh will compete in Standard Hatchet, while Amanda, Abel, and Eyan will all compete in Duals. Up for grabs to the winner is $25,000 and a personalized trophy naming them World Champions. If you'd like to cheer on the hometown team, but don't want to make the drive to Atlanta, Sunday's championship round will air on ESPN3 (also available through ESPN+ (subscription required)). If you've never tried axe throwing at Plaid & Timber, I highly recommend it. My wife and I gave it a try several months ago, and had a blast. Don't worry if you've never done it before, Kyle and the gang will walk you through it. Here's how it went for me. Best of luck to Kyle, Amanda, Adam, Abel, Eyan, and Josh! CHECK IT OUT: 100 sports records and the stories behind them Categories: Local News, Things you need to know	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1086
__label__wiki	0.876516	0.876516	MyBESTRuns Upcoming Races Latest Results Find A Race Race Calendar Running News Daily Weekly Top Ten World Athletics and parkrun to announce a new partnership World Athletics and parkrun Global Limited are delighted to announce a new partnership by which they will combine their resources to grow the sport of athletics and deliver good health and fitness outcomes for communities around the world. Parkrun’s simple concept of offering an opportunity for anyone to participate in a free, weekly, organised 5km or 2km run at a local park has captured the imagination of communities around the world over the past 16 years. From its roots at Bushy Park, Teddington in the United Kingdom in 2004, parkrun has expanded to 20 countries in the past 10 years, and now has more than three million participants globally. World Athletics, which has 214 Member Federations, and parkrun will work together to encourage people around the world to get moving and keep moving by joining a local parkrun. Parkrun will assist World Athletics to leave community health legacies in the host countries of World Athletics Series events by creating a series of permanent parkruns in the host cities and countries of world championship events, including the World Championships Oregon 2022 and Budapest 2023. To that end, World Athletics will facilitate government/city support for these events. World Athletics CEO Jon Ridgeon said parkrun’s purpose aligned perfectly with the sport’s global ambitions for the next four years. “We have just approved a strategic plan that has the main objective of using the power and accessibility of athletics and our athletes to create a healthier and fitter world,” Ridgeon said. “One of the ways we are doing this is by developing strong new partnerships where our common cause is to get the world moving. We know that many more people have taken up running during the lockdowns around the world, which makes sense because our sport is the most universal and accessible of all sports, and we want to encourage those people to keep up their new fitness routines as life returns to a more normal footing after the pandemic. Doing a weekly parkrun is an excellent way to stay motivated and find a local running community once mass events are possible again. “We’re also determined to leave tangible community legacies in all of our future host cities and countries, and there is no better way to do that than by helping to improve the health of their citizens.” Parkrun CEO Nick Pearson said both organisations were determined to get more people running for their health, fitness and enjoyment. “This partnership offers parkrun a fantastic platform to demonstrate the role, relevance and value of community health and wellbeing initiatives and to highlight that sport and physical activity is accessible to all,” Pearson said. “It is exciting to see this approach embraced by World Athletics, and we look forward to working with stakeholders in the host countries of World Athletics Series events to support and develop a network of parkrun events. “We believe that finding positive ways to connect grass roots and community activity with elite sport has multiple benefits and builds stronger sporting foundations and broader engagement. Exercise and physical activity is more accessible and sustainable where sports organisations collaborate and work towards mutual goals. Encouraging the social and community participants to engage with and experience a more competitive sporting environment will help to build a stronger sport and expose pathways to more sporting opportunities.” Parkrun New Zealand has announced last week that it will be able to resume on July 4, with measures in place to allow contact tracing of participants. posted Monday June 29th	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1088
__label__wiki	0.909732	0.909732	Squidgy N64 articles, now in 3D! Telocation: Gemini N64brew Game Jam 2020 winners announced! Smash Remix updated to v0.9.5 – Mad Piano edition Play as * in Ocarina of Time Banjo-Dreamie Random programming project: Reddit reposting bot A simple python bot for Reddit users that want to replicate a subreddit into another one when the original has a toxic mod team or community. Nintro 64 Nintro 64 is a Nintendo 64 homebrew demo featuring original 3D models, music and more. It was the winner of the Presence of Mind competition in 1998. New Pokémon Snap sequel coming out on the Switch New Pokémon Snap is a game for the Nintendo Switch. It currently has no release date and few specifics, but it looks like it’s bound to be a faithful successor. Six years of N64 Squid What has been going on for the past year (2019-2020) on N64 Squid? Here’s a short summary and a collection of my favourite posts of the year. Obsidian Y2K Obsidian Y2K is a Nintendo 64 homebrew demo that was meant to celebrate the turn of the millenium and introduce the Obsidian group to the demo scene. Felt N64 Console, Controller, and Cartridge by Close Call Studio This handmade felt Nintendo 64 made by Close Call Studio includes a console, controller and cartridge. It’s non-functional, but it’s just too darn cute! Smash Remix updated to v0.9.3b – Lucas edition Lucas is now a playable character in Smash Remix, and there are also 9 new levels and improvements on old ones! Pamela is a Nintendo 64 homebrew demo made by Pamela in October 1999. It features red scrolling text and a link to an old N64 website and repository. N64, Gamecube and Wii source code leak There has been a source code leak of some old internal Nintendo docs that show the workings of the Wii, Gamecube and Nintendo 64 down to the hardware level. 64Mate Kickstarter launched! The 64Mate Kickstarter is now live! The 64Mate is an add-on for the Nintendo 64 that has been making the rounds lately on social media, mostly thanks to Ghillieguide and Shane Battye over at @Official64Mate engaging and being active with the community. Update 24 May 2020: The 64Mate kickstarter has been cancelled and they will […] Newer - All - Older This website started in June 2014 after I had an idea to create a one-stop site for everything Nintendo 64 under the sun. At first, I intended it to be for reviews and commentaries, but since then there has been more of a shift. The idea of reviews has been scrapped and the site now does commentaries, shares fanart and documents homebrew development for the Nintendo 64. I even recently added a price checker so that you can see and predict changes in N64 games' prices. And by 'us', I pretty much mean 'me'. I grew up with the Nintendo 64 as my first home console back in 1998 I want to share my obsession with the Nintendo 64 with the world. I started collecting games again after discovering all the people that review retro games and their culture sometime in 2008. Ever since, I have been developing my collection by getting games for several platforms and playing through them when I have the chance. Because of this, I've been able to reflect on how these games age and how they still hold up to today's standards. Enough about that, let's just have fun and play some N64! Start off here: N64 FAQ - General information about the Nintendo 64 All posts - What it says on the tin Homebrew - How to make your own games for the N64 as well as some original creations Fanart - Links to artwork made by fans of anything involving the N64. Contact us - Suggest a review and more	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1092
__label__wiki	0.649816	0.649816	Stochastic Community Assembly: Does It Matter in Microbial Ecology? Jizhong Zhou, Daliang Ning Jizhong Zhou aInstitute for Environmental Genomics, Department of Microbiology and Plant Biology, and School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA cEarth and Environmental Sciences, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, California, USA dState Key Joint Laboratory of Environment Simulation and Pollution Control, School of Environment, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China Daliang Ning bConsolidated Core Laboratory, University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA DOI: 10.1128/MMBR.00002-17 SUMMARY Understanding the mechanisms controlling community diversity, functions, succession, and biogeography is a central, but poorly understood, topic in ecology, particularly in microbial ecology. Although stochastic processes are believed to play nonnegligible roles in shaping community structure, their importance relative to deterministic processes is hotly debated. The importance of ecological stochasticity in shaping microbial community structure is far less appreciated. Some of the main reasons for such heavy debates are the difficulty in defining stochasticity and the diverse methods used for delineating stochasticity. Here, we provide a critical review and synthesis of data from the most recent studies on stochastic community assembly in microbial ecology. We then describe both stochastic and deterministic components embedded in various ecological processes, including selection, dispersal, diversification, and drift. We also describe different approaches for inferring stochasticity from observational diversity patterns and highlight experimental approaches for delineating ecological stochasticity in microbial communities. In addition, we highlight research challenges, gaps, and future directions for microbial community assembly research. Biodiversity, a measure of the variety of life found on Earth (1, 2), is a central topic in ecology and for society, because the dramatic loss in biodiversity could alter the functions and services provided by ecosystems (3, 4). Since the last century, various facets of biodiversity have been intensively examined across space, time, and ecological gradients from different perspectives (e.g., taxonomic, phylogenetic, and functional diversity). Various fundamental biodiversity patterns have been observed in ecology, e.g., latitudinal diversity patterns (5–9), species abundance distributions (SADs) (10–12), species-area relationships (SARs) (13–16), distance-decay relationships (17–20), and species-time relationships (19, 21–25). However, the mechanisms and factors controlling such diversity patterns remain unclear and highly controversial. Traditional niche-based theory hypothesizes that deterministic factors such as species traits, interspecies interactions (e.g., competition, predation, mutualisms, and trade-offs), and environmental conditions (e.g., pH, temperature, salt, and moisture) govern community structure, which are often referred to as deterministic processes (26, 27). In contrast, neutral theory assumes that community structures are independent of species traits and governed by stochastic processes of birth, death, colonization, extinction, and speciation (28, 29). Although, recently, it has been generally accepted that both deterministic and stochastic processes occur simultaneously in the assembly of local communities (30–33), a central debate is on their relative importance in controlling community structure, succession, and biogeography (34–37). Microorganisms are the most diverse group of life on Earth, inhabiting almost every imaginable environment (38). Although it is well known that microbial biodiversity is extremely high (12, 39–43), why and how such high diversity is generated and maintained are long-standing puzzles to microbiologists. Various deterministic factors, such as changes in environmental conditions (44–48), habitat conditions in hosts (49, 50), carbon and nutrient resource heterogeneity (40, 51), species traits and/or interspecies interactions (52–54), and plant diversity (55–60), are important in governing microbial community structure. However, they are alone not sufficient to explain the extremely high diversity of microbial communities observed in nature. Numerous studies (e.g., 13, 14, 61–63) revealed that substantial amounts of variation in microbial community structure could not be explained by environmental and/or distance effects despite extensive measurements of all routinely measured environmental variables. It is believed that in many cases, considerable amounts of the microbial community variation observed could result from stochastic processes of community assembly through historical contingency (e.g., priority effects), ecological drift, and/or dispersal limitation (29, 31, 32, 35, 36, 62, 64–66). However, the importance of stochastic processes in controlling microbial biodiversity has been recognized only in some recent studies (33, 35, 36, 67, 68). Partly due to the small organism size, vast diversity of microbial communities, and uncultivated status for the majority of microorganisms, the mechanisms underlying microbial community structure, succession, and biogeography are much less understood in general, compared to the ecology of macroorganisms (35). Along with the rapid advance and application of large-scale high-throughput metagenomics technologies in the last decade (69), mechanisms underlying microbial community assembly have received great attention, especially within the last several years, with more emphasis on stochasticity (Fig. 1). While some great insights have been obtained, divergent controversial results have been reported (e.g., see references 32, 36, 64, 70, and 71). Several recent reviews/analyses have provided an excellent overview of the ecological processes controlling microbial community structure and biogeographic patterns in general (72, 73). However, a critical review on the importance of ecological stochasticity in governing microbial community structure and biogeographic patterns is lacking. Thus, to complement previous analyses, here, we focus primarily on the review and synthesis of most recent findings from studies of ecological stochasticity in microbial ecology. We first provide a historical overview of both the theoretical and empirical studies examining stochasticity, as well as determinism, in ecology. We describe the stochastic and/or deterministic components embedded in ecological processes, including selection, dispersal, diversification, and drift, with emphasis on microorganisms. Next, we describe different approaches for inferring stochasticity from observational diversity patterns in general by not being limited to microbial studies. In addition, we highlight experimental approaches for examining the importance of stochasticity in microbial ecology. Finally, we point out several research directions in microbial community assembly research. Trends in studying community assembly mechanisms. The data shown are based on the annual number of articles on community assembly (any organisms, including microorganisms [inset]), articles on microbial community assembly, articles about only deterministic microbial assembly, and articles involving stochastic microbial assembly. We searched articles from 1990 to 2016 in the Web of Science Core Collection database on 10 January 2017. To find articles on “community assembly,” we searched by topic = “community assembly” and Indexes = SCI-EXPANDED and ESCI. To find articles on “microbial assembly,” we searched by topic = (microbi* or bacteri* or fungi or fungus or fungal or archaea* or protist or metazoa* or mycorrhiza) in addition to “community assembly.” For articles on “stochastic,” we searched by topic = (neutral or stochast* or dispersal or migration or immigration or (priority effect) or (historical contingency) or drift or diversification or speciation) in articles on “microbial assembly.” For articles on “deterministic only,” we searched by topic = (niche or deterministic or selection or filtering or competiti* or facilitati* or mutualism or predation or interaction) in articles on “microbial assembly,” except for those related to “stochastic.” STOCHASTICITY VERSUS DETERMINISM: HISTORICAL OVERVIEW Historically, much of traditional ecology has been built on niche concepts and theory. The basic assumption of niche theory is that species differ in their niches, which are sets of biotic and abiotic conditions under which species can persist (74, 75). Species niches are determined by their traits that enable them to obtain resources, evade enemies, and survive under various adverse environmental conditions (30). Species often show trade-offs (i.e., the benefits of performing one ecological function well comes at a cost of performing another function) (76), which allow them to coexist within communities for long periods of time (26, 77). Niche-based theory asserts that deterministic processes largely control the patterns of community structure. In general, a deterministic process is any ecological process that involves nonrandom, niche-based mechanisms (Table 1), including environmental filtering and various biological interactions (e.g., competition, facilitation, mutualisms, and predation) (30, 31, 35, 62). Over the last 100 years, niche concepts have been instrumental in the development of deterministic ecological theories and widely used in the fields of community ecology, biogeography, and evolutionary ecology (30, 75, 78–85). Key terminology related to community assembly used in this review Although the niche is one of the most important fundamental concepts in ecology, niche-based theory faces several grand challenges in explaining patterns of community structure. First, a niche is inherently highly dimensional (86). Defining the dimensions of a niche is an insurmountable task (30, 87). Second, niche-based theories focus primarily on trade-offs (e.g., see references 76, 88, and 89) to explain species abundance and distribution. If niche differences are observed among different species, there must be trade-offs among species to allow them to coexist. However, very limited evidence is available to support the assumption that niche differences cause trade-offs among species and, hence, influence stable species coexistences (30, 90). In addition, some nonrandom patterns of species distributions in space and time are consistent with predictions from non-niche-based stochastic processes (29, 91, 92). Thus, some key components/predictions of niche theory remain untested and therefore questionable. Since the mid-20th century, the niche paradigm has been directly challenged by neutral theory (29, 93, 94). Neutral theory assumes that all species (e.g., see reference 95) or individuals (e.g., see reference 29) are ecologically functionally equivalent, and species dynamics are controlled by stochastic processes but not by the differences in their competitive abilities (28, 29, 95, 96). In contrast to deterministic processes, here, stochastic processes are referred to as ecological processes that generate community diversity patterns indistinguishable from those generated by random chance alone. These processes typically include probabilistic dispersal (e.g., random chance for colonization), random speciation and extinction, and ecological drift (e.g., random changes in organism abundance) (29, 30, 35, 62, 67) (Table 1). Neutral theory challenges the two fundamental concepts of niche theory: all species/individuals are ecologically and functionally different, and environments play important roles in governing species abundance and distribution (11, 97). Despite this extreme assumption of the ecological equivalence of all individuals, neutral theory successfully predicted, even better than niche theory, some fundamental ecological patterns of numerous communities, such as species abundance distributions and species-area relationships (11, 29, 74, 92, 98), suggesting that stochastic processes could play more important roles than species functional differences in generating community patterns (99). Although neutral theory is attractive because of its surprising simplicity and tractability (93), neutral theory has been hotly debated since its publication because it challenges some foundational concepts in traditional ecological research (11). First, the assumption that all species are functionally equivalent (92, 98) is highly controversial because nothing is neutral in the real world (93). Second, the parameters in some neutral models are extremely difficult to estimate (11). In addition, it is difficult to infer underlying processes from diversity patterns (e.g., species abundance patterns) because different processes (or assumptions) can yield very similar, or even the same, diversity patterns (11, 74, 93). Therefore, if an observed pattern fit the neutral model (or null model) expectation, in principle, we could not reject the importance of deterministic processes unless we ensure that a deterministic process(es) could not generate the same or a similar pattern. Despite various heavy criticisms, neutral theory is still widely accepted as a valuable null hypothesis or approximation for developing new ecological theories and examining community assembly mechanisms (11, 93). After intensive debates on niche versus neutral processes, researchers have now realized that both niche and neutral processes are not mutually exclusive. Instead, both processes are complementary and work together simultaneously in structuring communities (33, 74, 92, 98, 100, 101). Based on this perspective, various theoretical models considering both deterministic and stochastic processes have been developed (74, 89, 92, 102). However, the emerging consensus of a continuum from determinism to stochasticity was recently questioned by Clark and colleagues (86, 103), who argued that stochasticity could occur only in mathematical models and not in nature and thus can only stand in for unknown processes (34, 86). Nevertheless, some components of community changes (e.g., stochastic birth and death) are irreducibly stochastic, and thus, the hypothesis of a continuum from determinism to stochasticity is testable (34). DEFINING ECOLOGICAL STOCHASTICITY While it is important to unify niche and neutral perspectives on governing community structure, it is challenging to do so, partially due to the different meanings of stochasticity used in the literature, including environmental, demographic, genetic, ecological, compositional, and neutral stochasticity (34, 35, 104–106). Based on the standard dictionary definition, a process is considered stochastic (or random) with respect to a certain reference status if the outcome is probabilistic. For instance, Vellend et al. (34) defined neutral stochasticity in community ecology as random changes in community structure with respect to species identity due to stochastic processes of birth, death, immigration, and emigration. It could also mean variation explained by spatial rather than by environmental variables or random variation due to colonization order (34). Because neutral is often treated as being equivalent to stochastic in the ecological literature (e.g., neutral process is often a synonym for stochastic process), putting two words together could also potentially lead to confusion. In this review, we prefer to use the term “ecological stochasticity” to refer to this type of stochasticity used in community ecology research. The term “ecological stochasticity” was used about 4 decades ago but has not been well defined (104). Here, we give a more straightforward definition of stochasticity used in community ecology. Based on general system theory, a system can be defined by two fundamental attributes: structure and functions. Community structure includes species composition and abundance distributions. Thus, in general, ecological stochasticity (Table 1) in community ecology can be defined as random changes in the community structure with respect to species identities and/or functional traits due to stochastic processes of birth, death, immigration and emigration, spatiotemporal variation, and/or historical contingency (e.g., colonization order [described in detail below]). One advantage of this term is that it encompasses the context of various other terms used in ecology research, e.g., demographic, compositional, or neutral stochasticity. It is also consistent with other terms used in the literature, such as genetic, physiological, and evolutionary stochasticity, corresponding to different biological fields of genetics, physiology, and evolutionary biology. Given this definition, below we describe stochastic components embedded in various ecological processes to reconcile both niche and neutral perspectives. STOCHASTIC COMPONENTS OF ECOLOGICAL PROCESSES Four Fundamental Ecological ProcessesOne of the most fundamental questions in ecology is how diversity is generated and maintained. Traditionally, the mechanisms governing the genetic diversity within species are referred to as evolutionary processes, including mutation, selection, gene flow, and genetic drift (107). In contrast, the mechanisms shaping the diversity among species are generally considered to be ecological processes (72). In parallel with evolutionary processes, Vellend (108) grouped ecological processes into the same four fundamental processes: speciation, selection, dispersal, and ecological drift. Because changes in evolutionary processes could lead to changes in community structure even without the creation of new species, Nemergut et al. (67) proposed the use of diversification instead of speciation. Hanson et al. (72) proposed the same four processes underlying microbial biogeographic patterns. There are several advantages of Vellend's conceptual framework. First, this framework unifies niche and neutral perspectives by considering both deterministic (e.g., selection) and stochastic (e.g., ecological drift) processes. Three of the four fundamental processes (dispersal, drift, diversification, or speciation) are central to the neutral theory (29). Second, it explicitly recognizes the importance of evolutionary processes (i.e., diversification) in contributing to community structure because both evolutionary and ecological processes are intertwined in controlling community diversity and biogeography (67, 72). In addition, this framework provides an effective operational model under which all communities across different habitats can be compared under the same conceptual framework (37). Thus, Vellend's conceptual framework has the potential to unify various empirical and theoretical efforts and transform microbial ecology from descriptive observational studies to mechanistic predictive research (67). Below, we provide a brief description of stochastic and/or deterministic components associated with each of these processes within the context of their relative importance in controlling microbial community structure. SelectionEcological selection is referred to as the ecological forces that alter community structure due to fitness differences (e.g., survival, growth, and reproduction) among different organisms and is a main force governing community assembly (67, 72, 108, 109) (Fig. 2A). Selection results from deterministic factors at both local and regional scales, including abiotic conditions (e.g., temperature, moisture, pH, and salinity) and various antagonistic or synergistic biotic interactions (e.g., competition, facilitation, mutualism, and predation). In host-associated microbial communities, host filtering (i.e., the within-host environment allows only certain microbial taxa to colonize or persist) is another important selection process besides the biotic interactions among different microorganisms (50, 110). Selection is unambiguously not stochastic (30, 34) (Fig. 2E). Schematic representation of microbial community assembly processes. The middle panel represents the metacommunity species pool in a region. Each ball with a number is a contemporary species, while each ball with a letter is an ancestral species. The tree in the middle panel shows the phylogenetic relationships among different species. Species 1, 2, and 7 and their ancestor, species X, prefer environment I, while species 4 to 6, 9, K, and J prefer environment II, and species 3, 8, and Y live well in both environments I and II. (A to D) Extreme examples of the four different ecological processes. (A) Selection. The four local communities are strongly controlled by niche selection. While the local communities in environment I consist of only those species (species 1 to 3) that prefer environment I, the community in environment II is composed of only those species (species 3 to 5) that prefer environment II. The two local communities at the left have the same structure because of selection under the same type of environment (environment I), so-called homogeneous selection. The two communities at the right have different structures due to selection under different environments (environments I and II), so-called heterogeneous selection. (B) Dispersal. In the two communities at the left, there is very strong dispersal without any limitation between these two local communities. Even though the two communities are in different environments (environments I and II), they have exactly the same species (species 1 to 6) due to very strong dispersal, so-called homogenizing dispersal. In the middle two communities, species (species 1 to 6) moving along the arrow lines from the metacommunity have different orders of immigration to these two local communities. Due to priority effects, two different communities are formed even under identical environmental conditions. Species 1, 3, and 5 occupy the niches of one community because they arrive earlier than others, while species 2, 4, and 6 arrive earlier and dominate the other community. In the two local communities at the right, the arrow lines show immigration from the metacommunity, and there is very limited dispersal between these two local communities, so-called dispersal limitation. As a result, these two local communities have different structures even though they are in the same environment (environment I). (C) Diversification. This example of diversification assumes that there is no influence of either selection or dispersal. The two local communities (left) under the same environment, environment II, have the same ancestral species, species Y, K, and J, in the beginning. Due to diversification (speciation and extinction) in different communities, different new species could emerge from random mutations of the same ancestor (e.g., species 5 and 6 from species J). Consequently, the structures of these two communities could be different even under identical environmental conditions. (D) Drift. Species from the metacommunity occupy environmental niches only by chance due to random birth, death, and reproduction, etc., without any relevance to their niche preferences. For instance, taxon 5 prefers environment II, but because of drift, it is randomly present in communities in environments I and II. (E) Determinism versus stochasticity. The widths of the blue and orange parts represent the relative importances of determinism and stochasticity associated with each ecological process. Selection is solely deterministic, whereas drift is purely stochastic. In microbial ecology, dispersal and diversification are often considered stochastic processes but could be deterministic in some cases, although an example of deterministic dispersal or deterministic diversification is not shown. By considering environmental heterogeneity, selection can be classified into two main categories. If “environmental conditions” (e.g., abiotic and biotic) are homogeneous, little variation in community structure or species/compositional turnover is expected. This is referred to as homogeneous selection (Fig. 2A) (37). In contrast, if environmental conditions change across space or time (i.e., heterogeneous), high variation in community structure could exist, which is referred as to variable selection (37, 108). For consistency, here, we refer to it as heterogeneous selection (Fig. 2A). DispersalDispersal is a fundamental process in ecology and evolution (111). In community ecology, dispersal is referred to as the movement and successful establishment of organisms across space (72, 108). Dispersal is considered limited if an organism's migration to new locations is restricted and/or its establishment is obstructed. If the probability of movement varies across space, in general, the movement of organisms by both active and passive pathways could be confined. Many factors could affect successful establishment, such as environmental filtering, biotic interactions, and priority effects (described in detail below) (72). Unlike selection or drift, dispersal cannot be unambiguously treated as being deterministic or stochastic (34, 112) (Fig. 2E). It can depend on both deterministic and stochastic factors (72). For instance, if dispersal rates are dependent on the population size, dispersal is stochastic because more-abundant species have a greater probability of dispersal than do less-abundant species. However, dispersal rates could be quite different among different species, depending on species traits and active status (e.g., spores or dormancy). From this angle, dispersal is deterministic. In addition, environmental conditions in a new habitat will have dramatic effects on successful species establishment, which is deterministic. Therefore, theoretically, dispersal limitation alone could not be used as the sole evidence for stochastic processes (72) because dispersal can be either deterministic, stochastic, or both. However, in practice, many studies still treat dispersal as being neutral, because it is quite difficult for field studies to identify dispersal traits, link dispersal traits to community structure patterns, or assess dispersal processes and rates (112). Due to the small size, high abundance, wide distribution, and short generation time of microorganisms, microbial dispersal processes are much less examined, and hence, they are poorly understood (66, 67). In microbial ecology, one of the main questions is whether microorganisms are dispersal limited, which is still controversial (113–115). Historically, microorganisms were considered to be everywhere and hence not dispersal limited (113, 114). After a decade of intensive studies, it is well recognized that microorganisms show strong biogeographic patterns, which is evidence for dispersal limitation (72, 116, 117). More importantly, although some microorganisms can propel themselves to a certain degree within a short distance, microbial dispersal is typically considered passive (67). Since passive dispersal is usually stochastic with respect to species identity (34), microbial dispersal can be largely viewed as stochastic (67). However, passive dispersal may not always be stochastic in some cases; e.g., the size or shape of a microorganism can affect its rate of dispersal through small soil pores. Like diversification, dispersal is a key factor influencing the regional species pool and its associated community structure (108). A regional species pool is generally defined as what consists of all trophically similar individuals and species in a regional collection of local communities, also called a metacommunity, based on Hubbell's unified neutral theory (29). Within a large region, the degrees of dispersal could vary substantially among different taxa (101), ranging from being extremely limited to being very high. A high dispersal rate can homogenize the community structure and hence lead to little variation or turnover in the community structure (118, 119), which is referred to as homogenizing dispersal (37, 109). Low dispersal rates, coupled with drift or weak selection, could increase community variation or turnover, which is often referred to as dispersal limitation (37, 109). DiversificationDiversification is an evolutionary process of generating new genetic variation (67, 108), and it is a balance between speciation and extinction (120). Diversification is central to understanding the origination, maintenance, and distribution of biodiversity and to predicting fundamental ecological patterns such as species abundance distributions, species-area relationships, and distance-decay relationships (67, 72, 120). Despite its importance in biodiversity research, diversification is very difficult to study, particularly in the ecology of macroorganisms, because it generally involves long-term evolutionary processes of thousands to millions of years for macroorganisms (120). Consequently, the roles of diversification are largely ignored in community ecology research (30, 67, 109, 118, 120). Many such studies generally aim to examine the ecological influences of “contemporary” species pools on community assembly over time scales within which diversification (speciation and extinction) largely does not affect regional diversity (30). It is well recognized that diversification plays important roles in governing regional species pools over large spatial and temporal scales (Fig. 2), which could in turn be potentially important in determining community dynamics and patterns at smaller spatial and temporal scales (34, 108, 121–123) (Fig. 2C). Compared to plants and animals, diversification could be detected in the changes in microbial composition at a shorter time scale, particularly at a fine taxonomic/phylogenetic/genetic resolution (72), due to the short microbial generation time, fast growth, and rapid genetic mutations (124, 125). Since most genetic mutations are largely random at the molecular level (DNA level), without a substantial impact on the species trait(s) or identity, they may have little effect on microbial community composition. However, genetic mutations that alter a key functional trait(s) and/or species identity could have a considerable influence on microbial community dynamics over a relatively shorter temporal scale because microorganisms can evolve through mutations very rapidly (67, 124–128). Although mutation is widely accepted as being a stochastic process in evolutionary biology (34, 129), speciation could also be partly determined by the species traits and intertwine with the actions of selection in some cases. Therefore, diversification can be largely considered stochastic in ecology. In certain cases, it could encompass both deterministic and stochastic components (Fig. 2E). Given the fact that some strong microbial biogeographic patterns cannot be fully explained by selection and dispersal (13, 14, 72, 116), the extremely high diversity and the capability for rapid mutations in microorganisms suggest that diversification could play an important role in shaping microbial community structure. However, to the best of our knowledge, no method is available to assess the relative importance of diversification in shaping microbial community structure. One reason for this is that the role of diversification was thought to be impossible to infer from contemporary diversity patterns (37). From an evolutionary perspective, various ecological processes interact with each other in space and time to structure biodiversity (30). Thus, contemporary diversity patterns at a single time point should reflect the combined actions of various ecological processes over time (72, 101). If so, contemporary diversity patterns should contain information to signify all deterministic and stochastic processes, including selection, dispersal, drift, as well as diversification. By the same token, similar to inferring the importance of selection, dispersal, and drift (29, 37, 109), the relative importance of diversification in shaping community structure should also be able to be inferred from the snapshot of contemporary diversity data, at least to some degree, but the difficulty is how to detect such signals. DriftEcological drift is a central concept in community ecology. It is referred to as stochastic changes with respect to species identity in the relative abundances of different species within a community over time due to the inherent random processes of birth, death, and reproduction (34, 67, 108) (Fig. 2D). Various modeling and empirical studies showed that drift can alter community structure and biogeographic patterns even in the absence of selection (29), indicating the importance of ecological drift in shaping community structure (67, 72, 108). Drift is more important when selection is weak and the local community size is small (30). However, it is difficult to test pure ecological drift empirically because no species in nature are exactly demographically identical (108). Drift is unambiguously stochastic (34) (Fig. 2E). Drift could play critical roles in shaping the structure of microbial communities (32, 35, 36). Although the size of a microbial community is typically large, substantial numbers of microbial taxa are rare. These rare taxa should be very vulnerable to ecological drift (67). In addition, functional redundancy, which means that different populations share a similar or the same function, appears to be quite high in a microbial community, especially compared to those in plant and animal communities (130–133). Functional redundancy increases neutrality and makes functionally redundant populations more susceptible to drift. However, it is challenging to directly examine ecological drift in microbial communities due to the uncertainty in assessing the extinction of microbial taxa and the existence of dormancy, which allows the species to avoid extinction and the effect of drift. Historical Contingency and Contemporary SelectionBesides the four ecological processes described above, another widely used conceptual framework classifies assembly processes as historical contingency and contemporary selection. Broadly, historical contingency is referred to as the legacy effects on the current community structure left by historical processes, which typically include drift and/or past selection along with dispersal (72) and diversification. Thus, conceptually, historical contingency should encompass both stochastic and deterministic components, but in practice, historical contingency is considered to be more or less equivalent to stochastic processes in many studies (117, 134–136). It should be noted that the term historical contingency also more specifically refers to the effects of the order and timing of past biotic or abiotic events on community assembly (137). In contrast to historical contingency, contemporary selection (72, 138) is referred to as the selection imposed by present-day environments on the current community structure. Contemporary selection is deterministic regardless of the impacts of past environments on community structure. Historical contingency can be caused solely by a priority effect (137), which is a phenomenon where early-arriving organisms have negative or positive impacts on late-arriving organisms (36, 72, 137, 139, 140) (Fig. 2B). Theoretically, niche preemption and niche modification are two important mechanisms underlying priority effects (137). The former is referred to as a situation where early-arriving species reduce the availability of resources (e.g., nutrients, space, and energy) to late-arriving species whose abundance will be limited (137), which always produces inhibitory priority effects. In contrast, the latter means that early-arriving species modify local niches affecting the colonization of late-arriving species, which can then lead to inhibitory or facilitative priority effects. Niche preemption generally affects species identity within functional guilds, whereas niche modification impacts species identity primarily across functional guilds (137). Thus, information on species distributions within and across functional guilds could provide insights into the mechanisms underlying priority effects. While niche modification should be deterministic, niche preemption can be either stochastic or deterministic, since resource consumption could be regardless of species identity. Integrated View from Ecology and EvolutionDeterministic and stochastic processes represent two complementary parts along a continuum of ecological forces shaping community structure (30, 92). Deterministic processes are at one end of the continuum, whereas stochastic processes are at the other end (Fig. 2E). Within the context of the deterministic-versus-stochastic dichotomy, niche-based selection via interspecific interactions and abiotic environmental conditions is a deterministic process, and drift is a stochastic process (30). Generally speaking, dispersal and diversification are often considered components of stochastic processes, particularly in microbial ecology (30). However, both of them can be deterministic in some cases (Fig. 2E). All four of these fundamental processes interact with each other directly or indirectly and work in combination to shape community structure (30, 66, 72, 101). For instance, selection and drift usually vary in opposite directions. If the local community size is small and selection is relatively weak, the effects of selection could be overridden by drift (108). A recent microbial population study showed that during evolution, demographic stochasticity was capable of reversing the direction of deterministic selection (141). However, the importance of drift in shaping community structure is also dependent on other forces. Strong diversification would enhance the influence of drift because diversification affects the size of the regional species pool. Drift will have larger role in governing the structure of local communities in regions with larger species pools in which there is a greater chance of producing stochastic variations among local communities (30). In addition, dispersal could have an impact on selection, and its roles can also be shaped by other processes. Homogenizing dispersal or dispersal limitation could potentially overwhelm the influences of selection on community structure (37, 66). Dispersal limitation alone does not create community variation without being coupled with drift and diversification (67, 109). Finally, the magnitude of the influences of diversification on community structure is dependent on the strength of dispersal. When dispersal rates are low, diversification is a major process contributing to the regional species pool (37, 109), and thus, diversification should be particularly important in shaping community structure (37). If dispersal rates are high, the influences of diversification on community structure variation or turnover would be minimal (37). From an evolutionary perspective, ecological communities can be viewed as being assembled primarily via dispersal or diversification within the context of natural selection (142). The final outcomes for community structure will be affected by the balance between dispersal and diversification rates, which have interactions with selection and drift (37, 142). Although Vellend's conceptual framework on community assembly processes is attractive and well accepted in the field of microbial ecology in general (67, 72), determining how combinations of these four processes affect community assembly is difficult (67, 72). Translating this conceptual model into a quantitative operational framework is even more challenging (37). In the following sections, we describe different approaches for assessing the roles of various ecological processes in shaping community structure. FROM PATTERNS TO PROCESSES: APPROACHES TO INFER STOCHASTICITY With recent advances in large-scale high-throughput meta-omics (e.g., metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, metaproteomics, etc.) technologies (69), community-wide spatial and temporal information on microbial community structure, functions, and activities can be rapidly obtained, which enables microbial ecologists to address research questions that were previously difficult to approach, such as community assembly mechanisms. Recently, numerous studies have focused on understanding the mechanisms that control microbial community structure. Here, we focus on describing various approaches used for assessing the importance of ecological stochasticity in controlling community structure and highlighting some representative results, rather than providing a comprehensive review. Several major approaches have been used to infer ecological stochasticity, including multivariate analysis, neutral-theory-based process models, and null modeling analysis. Inferring Ecological Stochasticity by Multivariate AnalysisIn parallel with theoretical development, numerous statistical approaches have been developed and used to examine the relative importance of environmental control (i.e., selection) and dispersal limitation (143–147). Three major types of multivariate statistical methods are often used. The first one is direct comparisons of community structure differences between and within treatments (or different groups of communities in distinct environments), such as permutational multivariate analysis of variance (PERMANOVA or Adonis) (148), analysis of similarities (149), permutational analysis of multivariate dispersions (PERMDISP) (150), as well as more visualized ordination methods, e.g., principal-coordinates analysis (PCoA), nonmetric multidimensional scaling (NMDS), principal-component (PC) analysis (PCA), and detrended correspondence analysis (DCA) (e.g., see references 35, 70, 151, and 152). Significant dissimilarity between treatments or homogeneity within a treatment can be used to assess the effect of selection but has very low power for inferring the importance of stochasticity, since niche selection could also result in similarity between treatments and heterogeneity within a treatment. Thus, this type of multivariate analysis was usually applied along with null model analysis (described in detail below), e.g., comparing observed and null expectations by PERMANOVA or PERMDISP (e.g., see references 31, 35, 153), to infer assembly stochasticity. The second type of analysis is correlation-type analyses between community structure and environment variables, such as the Mantel test (e.g., see reference 154), multiple regression on (dis)similarity matrices (MRM) (e.g., see references 155 and 156), redundancy analysis (RDA) (e.g., see references 61 and 157), and canonical correspondence analysis (CCA) (e.g., see references 36 and 157). A high proportion of community structure variation explained by environmental variables can provide evidence of the importance of selection, whereas a very low proportion of explainable variation may indicate the influence of stochastic processes. However, different processes (e.g., selection and dispersal) could produce similar spatial patterns (158), and hence, community variations due to environmental control and spatial influences need to be parsed out. Therefore, in most cases, correlation-type analyses have been extended to the third type of multivariate approach, variation-partitioning analysis (VPA) (e.g., see references 13, 14, 36, 45, 48, 72, 157, 158, and 159). To determine the relative importance of environmental control (i.e., selection) and dispersal limitation, typically, the correlation between community structure and environmental variables is estimated as an environment effect after controlling for the influence of geographic distance, whereas the correlation between community structure and spatial distance is quantified as a distance effect after controlling for the influence of environmental variables (72). In addition, the interaction between environmental variables and spatial distance can be quantified, and the remaining variation is termed unexplained variation (143). While the environment effect signifies the sole impact of selection, the distance effect is often considered to represent the influence of dispersal. However, it should be noted that the distance effect could also include other spatially structured effects caused by unmeasured variables or even drift. Unexplained variation could be due largely to unmeasured environmental variables, biotic interactions, drift, and/or methodological artifacts (13, 36, 37, 160, 161). Basically, there are two types of VPA. One is a raw-data-based direct approach in which the raw environmental data and spatial x-y coordinates are directly used to correlate changes in community structure. Typical examples are VPA based on RDA for linear regression (e.g., see references 145 and 157) or partial CCA (pCCA) for unimodal regression (e.g., see references 14, 36, and 45). The other type of VPA is a distance-based indirect approach in which three distance matrices (community dissimilarity, geographic distance, and environmental similarity) are used to establish correlations among the environment, space, and community structure, e.g., VPA based on a partial Mantel test (rarely used now), MRM (e.g., see references 155 and 158), or distance-based RDA (e.g., see references 61 and 162). This type of approach was referred to as DIST (158, 163, 164). The raw-data-based direct approach addresses questions related to observed variations in community structure. In contrast, the distance-based indirect approach focuses on questions concerning the variation measured by various dissimilarity metrics (144, 163), e.g., differences in species occurrence measured by the Jaccard index, structure differences determined by the Bray-Curtis index, and phylogenetic dissimilarity determined by the UniFrac index, etc. Although one may choose an approach or a model with higher explained variation (e.g., R2) or more meaningful factors in practice, different complementary and reinforcing approaches should be used to explore relationships based on various dimensions of biodiversity. By using multivariate statistical approaches, microbial ecologists tried to address the relative importance of contemporary selection and historical contingency in shaping community structure and biogeographic patterns over the last decades (72, 165–168). Contemporary selection is typically measured with the partial correlation between biotic structure and contemporary environmental variables by controlling for the influence of geographic distance (i.e., contemporary environment effect). Both contemporary selection and historical contingency were found to be important for governing microbial biogeographic patterns (72, 169), although in a recent meta-analysis, the selection imposed by the contemporary environment appeared to be more important than historical processes (72). Interestingly, it is generally expected that historical contingency might be more important at larger geographic scales and in less-connected habitats, primarily due to dispersal limitation, but such trends were not observed (72). Multivariate analysis approaches are always compounded by the problem of unmeasured environmental factors, because it is almost impossible to measure all environmental variables in practice. As a result, for instance, the distance effect is most likely overestimated since it cannot exclude the impacts of unmeasured environmental variables (72). Recently, a new approach for isolating the effects of unmeasured environmental variables affecting microbial communities was proposed (109). First, spatial distance is decomposed into various spatial variables based on spatial eigenvector analyses. Next, the spatial variables are combined with other environmental variables and further decomposed into principal components (PCs). Next, the PCs are associated with β-diversity metrics related to selection (β nearest-taxon index [βNTI]) (described in detail below). If a PC is significantly associated with selection but has no obvious loading of any measured environmental variables other than spatial variables, it most likely represents unmeasured environmental factors. This is the first time that the impacts of unmeasured environmental variables on community structure could be possibly parsed out from stochastic processes. However, if not related to spatial variables, the impact of unmeasured environmental variables could still be tangled with the effects of drift and methodological artifacts in the unexplained part. By using multivariate statistical approaches, the spatial distance effect on community structure is often interpreted as support for neutral theory (168, 170). Although VPA is widely used in ecology research to determine the relative importance of deterministic versus stochastic processes for community structure, several recent studies based on simulation models showed that VPA failed to correctly predict the environmental and spatial components of community variation (158, 171, 172), and hence, VPA could be difficult to use for inferring ecological processes (37). Nevertheless, great caution is needed when using VPA to partition community variation, and it should be used as an exploratory tool together with other approaches (e.g., neutral-theory-based models and null model analysis, as described below) to develop hypotheses and assess the relative importance of environmental variables and spatial distance (171). Inferring Stochasticity by Neutral-Theory-Based Process ModelsThe second major approach for inferring processes from diversity patterns is testing for the presence of stochasticity using neutral-theory-based process models. There are over 10 different neutral models, each with slightly different predictions for different factors (11). The most influential one, Hubbell's neutral model (29), has only three parameters, the population size of the local community (J), the rate of immigration (i.e., dispersal) (m), and the “fundamental diversity number” (θ) (which depends on the population size of the metacommunity, JM, and the speciation rate, v). Theoretically, it is possible to estimate all of these parameters directly from ecological data, but in practice, it is difficult to do so because estimating the population size of a metacommunity is problematic (11). Also, the rates of migration and speciation can almost never be measured directly (173). Thus, the parameters can be only indirectly estimated by fitting a neutral model(s) to the observed community structure data. Neutral models have been applied to a wide range of ecological phenomena, but the majority of research related to neutral theory is focused on species abundance distribution (SAD), which characterizes the distribution of abundances of all species within a sample or ecological community (11). Along with distance-decay relationships and species-area relationships (SARs), SAD is one of the few universal patterns in ecology (174). An ecological community in nature consists of many species with different numbers of individuals of each species. One of the unique characteristics of an ecological community is that the distribution of numbers of individuals is very uneven. In general, there are a few species with many individuals but many species with a few individuals. SAD is a basic metric to describe how many individuals of each species are present in a community and is often used to test both niche and neutral models (29, 89, 175). Despite their unrealistic assumptions, apparent simplicity, and very small numbers of parameters, neutral models remarkably fit very well with numerous ecological patterns, including SADs, SARs, abundance-occupancy relationships, species turnover, and distance-decay relationships, in a variety of communities from tropical trees to bacteria (32, 65, 176–186). Also, in some cases, neutral models fit the abundance of rare species better than those predicted from niche models (185, 187). Besides fitting numerous observed patterns, neutral models have been improved in terms of theory and methodology. One direction is substantial improvements in the fitting methods, including sampling theory, derived analytical forms, and likelihood functions (11, 94). The other direction is to make some original assumptions more realistic. For instance, some neutral models relaxed the zero-sum assumption (when an individual dies, it is immediately replaced by another individual, and thus, resources are fully saturated at all times), but the results showed that the form of SAD was not changed (11, 188). Other models improved the estimation of the speciation rate by incorporating protracted speciation into neutral models, where new species gradually evolve over a period of time instead of appearing instantaneously as point mutations (189). Another important advancement is spatially explicit neutral models. In the original spatially implicit models, dispersal occurs between only two distinct spatial scales, from the metacommunity to each local community. In spatially explicit neutral models, dispersal is simulated in multiscale structures, for instance, as migration between cells on a 2-dimensional grid (11, 190). When applying neutral models to microbial studies, a particular acute problem is the sampling effect, the uncertainty/randomness due to a small sample size from a large population, although it is not unique to microbial studies. Even though applications of high-throughput sequencing technologies can greatly increase sampling efforts in microbiome studies, the sequencing depths typically used in current studies (e.g., 104 to 105 individuals per sample for the 16S rRNA gene) are still far smaller than the huge number of individuals in a microbial community (e.g., usually 1011 to 1014 individuals per g soil sample). Thus, the vast rare species in a microbial community are mostly undetectable or detected just by chance. Accordingly, the traditional way to fit neutral models (e.g., SAD) is dramatically insensitive and problematic for microbial studies, since modest changes in neutral model parameter values are reflected only in the abundance of rare species (32, 191). Considering this problem, microbial ecologists developed some neutral models particularly suitable for microbial studies (32, 177, 178, 192). One solution is to calibrate and validate a mathematical model of microbial community assembly using a small sample size. A popular example is the neutral model developed by Sloan et al. (177, 192), which fits the observed abundance-frequency relationship with a beta distribution derived from neutral theory. Another solution is, instead of removing taxon identities and considering merely their abundance/frequency, to examine the dynamics of each abundant taxon with a modified neutral model by considering the niche effect (32). To incorporate the niche effect, the stochastic differential equation of the neutral birth-death process was extended by including environmental variables in a linear least-squares analysis. This method partly bypassed the above-described problems by focusing on abundant taxa, which are much less affected by a limited sampling effort, and by analyzing their dynamics separately instead of fitting patterns (e.g., SAD) of the whole community. Although neutral models have been extensively examined against empirical data from plants and animals, efforts in microbial studies are very limited. Recently, neutral models have been applied to microbial communities in bioreactors (32, 36, 177, 178, 193), soils (64, 71, 157), lakes (194), and animal and human gut (195–197), but divergent and controversial results were obtained. For instance, based on neutral models, several related studies indicated that the microbial communities in wastewater treatment plants and bioreactors were primarily controlled by stochastic (neutral) processes, although deterministic processes were also important (32, 36, 177, 178, 193). Those observations contradict the previous common belief (198) and are different from some recent observations of anaerobic digesters, which showed that deterministic processes governed microbial long-term population dynamics (70). In another example, the importance of niche versus neutral processes also varied significantly among different microbial functional groups in soils. Both neutral and null model analyses showed that the phototrophic microbial communities in deserts are primarily controlled by stochastic processes (64). However, heterotrophic microbial communities were most likely shaped by deterministic processes (64). Therefore, it is compelling to further quantify the relative importance of niche and neutral processes across spatial/temporal scales, environmental gradients, and/or different functional groups. Inferring Ecological Stochasticity by Null Model AnalysisThe third major approach to understanding the potential importance of ecological stochasticity is the use of null models, which have been used widely in ecological studies (199). Different from the process-oriented mechanistic models (e.g., neutral model), null models generate statistically expected stochastic patterns via random permutations of ecological data by deliberately excluding certain mechanisms (e.g., species interactions) of interest (200, 201). Null model analyses involve several major steps (202). First, community similarity or dissimilarity is estimated based on empirical data with appropriate metrics, e.g., incidence based (e.g., Jaccard's and Sorenson's indexes) and abundance based (e.g., Bray-Curtis and Morisita-Horn indexes). Generally, dissimilarity metrics are used for detecting community assembly mechanisms. Next, community data are randomly shuffled by keeping some species properties constant. This process is generally repeated multiple times (e.g., 1,000 times) to obtain average null expectations. The standard deviation of the null expectation can then be estimated. With the expected random patterns from null assemblages, ecologists can ask whether the ecological patterns observed among local communities are different from the random patterns produced by null models. If the observed ecological patterns are not statistically different from null expectations, the community dynamics are largely considered stochastic with respect to the processes excluded (30). Otherwise, they are regarded as being deterministic. Over the last 3 decades, numerous null models and algorithms (29–31, 195, 203, 204) have been developed to generate null expectations based on taxonomic (e.g., see references 31 and 205), phylogenetic (e.g., see references 62, 109, and 206), and/or functional (e.g., see references 155, 207, and 208) community structure data. Most of the reported null models keep the following properties constant in the regional species pool: the total number of taxa (richness), the number of individuals (abundance), and the sum of all taxon occurrence frequencies. For incidence (i.e., presence/absence) data, there are generally 9 null algorithms (also referred to as null models) (203), in which the richness in columns (representing sites, samples, or communities) can be equiprobable for each community (i.e., a taxon has equal probabilities of being present in all observed communities) (209–212) or proportional (199, 213–215) or fixed (31, 204, 205, 216, 217) to the observed richness. The rows (representing different taxa) can also be equiprobable for every taxon (i.e., all observed taxa have equal probabilities of being present in a community) (211, 212, 218) or proportional (205, 209, 210, 212, 216) or fixed (31, 204, 217, 219, 220) to the observed frequency. For abundance data, the abundances can be assigned in three different ways after randomizing the incidence pattern: (i) switching the above-described 9 incidence-based models (i.e., they consider only the presence and absence of each species [also called binary or unweighted]) to the corresponding individual-based models (i.e., they consider the abundance of each species [also called abundance weighted]) (212, 221, 222), (ii) shuffling the observed abundances within each community or each taxon (211), and (iii) a random draw where the probability of drawing individuals into a taxon is proportional to the relative abundance of the taxon in the regional species pool (109, 212, 216). Besides the above-described models of taxonomic assembly, 3 types of null models were reported to randomize phylogenetic relationships among taxa, including (i) shuffling the names of taxa (so-called phylogeny shuffle) (62, 68, 211, 218), (ii) abundance-constrained phylogeny shuffling (223), and (iii) randomizing the base pair composition of DNA sequences (195). When randomizing phylogeny, taxonomic β-diversity was usually fixed as observed. Since there are many different options, it is challenging to select the appropriate null models for a particular study. Depending on ecological questions, multiple null models should be explored for quantifying the mechanisms underlying community assembly. As with any other approaches, inferring processes from patterns by null model analysis also faces some difficulties, with several major challenges. First, developing randomization algorithms to produce appropriate patterns against a specified null hypothesis is difficult. Imposing too few constraints on a null model will make it so random that it is very easy for the null expectation to be different from the observed pattern, which could increase the chances of a type I error. On the contrary, putting too many constraints will make the null results too close to the observed pattern, which could lead to greater chances of a type II error (201). Different methods to constrain the null model could lead to quite different results (201, 212). Thus, the experimental results from null model analyses are very sensitive to the models, approaches, algorithms, and diversity metrics used (201, 224). Second, sample size, including the numbers of both taxa detected and communities analyzed, could also be a concern. Most of the data sets in plant and animal community ecology research are small or intermediate, often with fewer than 100 taxa and/or 100 communities (201). With the advance of high-throughput technologies, there are much larger data sets in microbial ecology research, e.g., thousands to up to hundreds of thousands of taxa. Null model analysis may be not well suited for such large data sets due to false-positive significant pairs and data autocorrelation (201). Third, the choice of the appropriate regional species pool (i.e., γ-diversity) for null model analysis is very important but challenging. The species pool should not be too small or too large (205). As a rule of thumb, the regional species pool should include those species that can possibly colonize a given site within a reasonable period of time (205) (for microorganisms, weeks or months are usually reasonable, while years may also be fine for large-scale research). It is worth noting that the absolute magnitude of the deviation from the null model expectation will increase with the species pool size, but the relative deviations among different pairs of communities generally will not be affected (205). Thus, relative comparison (e.g., using a standardized effect size) should be used. Fourth, the majority of null modeling approaches have been developed based on incidence data (203, 205). Abundance data potentially contain more information on species associations than do incidence data, and hence, they could be more suitable for inferring the underlying community assembly mechanisms (201). However, the inclusion of abundance data in null modeling randomization is much more complicated and challenging (109, 212), and further developments are needed (212). In addition, null model analysis assumes that strong interactions always result in communities that are significantly different from null expectations. However, strong interactions, when combined with a variable immigration history, could produce an apparently random community structure (136, 225). Null model analysis based on time series data with an explicit or detectable immigration history could help to mitigate this potential problem (136). Despite various challenges in null model analyses, their applications to various ecological problems have continued to provide valuable insights into community ecology (201). Null model analysis has also been incorporated into the development of new metrics to measure taxonomic β-diversity and phylogenetic α- and β-diversity for inferring community assembly mechanisms. Classical β-diversity metrics (without null model analysis) are useful for inferring the relative importance of stochastic versus deterministic processes (30, 31, 35, 153, 162, 170, 226–228). For instance, the significantly higher taxonomic β-diversity between biological replicate ponds with higher productivity indicated the increased influence of stochastic processes (31). However, comparison of classical β-diversity metrics among regions with different species pool sizes could lead to a poor estimation of the overall importance of stochastic factors with respect to environmental or spatial factors (162). Since classical β-diversity metrics are not independent of local diversity (α-diversity) and regional diversity (γ-diversity) (205), most of the metrics and statistical analyses used to estimate β-diversity (e.g., Jaccard and Sorensen dissimilarity indexes) are not always directly comparable, and it is difficult to generate meaningful results (205, 229, 230). This is because the classical metrics of all three diversity components (α, β, and γ) are interconnected, and any changes in two of the three components will affect the estimations of the third component (205, 231). To remove the effects of α-diversity on the estimation of β-diversity, a probabilistic null-model-based β-diversity metric (βRC) (205) was developed to control for the differences in species richness by modifying a Raup-Crick measure (232). βRC can be estimated for each pair of communities based on taxonomic cooccurrence data. If the βRC value is >0.95 (alpha = 0.05 by a two-tailed test), the given pair of communities shares significantly fewer species. If the βRC value is less than −0.95, the given pair of communities shares significantly more species than expected by random chance (205). The mean βRC can also be obtained across all pairwise combinations of communities. Based on the mean βRC across communities, one can test whether the variation and/or turnover in the community structure is different from the null expectation, the degree to which the communities deviate from the null expectation, and how abiotic and biotic factors affect such a deviation (205). Assuming that the null model could reflect a real stochastic assembly and exclude determinism, the mean βRC should be close to zero when stochastic processes dominate and/or dispersal is relatively high (neither limited nor too strong) among communities; if environmental conditions favor similar species (e.g., environment filtering) and/or dispersal is very strong (e.g., homogenizing dispersal), the mean βRC will approach −1; and if environmental conditions select for dissimilar species (e.g., competitive exclusion) and/or dispersal is very limited, the mean βRC will approach 1 (205). However, this metric uses only incidence data. Since abundance-based metrics are more informative and powerful than incidence-based metrics (229, 233), the Raup-Crick-based measure was extended to consider relative abundance data, and the resulting metric is referred to as RCBray (109). Besides taxonomic metrics, the null model approach has also been widely incorporated into the development of phylogenetic α-diversity metrics, such as NRI (net relatedness index) and NTI (nearest-taxon index) (83, 206). The NRI is a standardized metric to measure phylogenetic clustering based on the observed mean phylogenetic distance (MPDobs) and the randomly expected mean phylogenetic distance (MPDexp) and its standard deviation, whereas the NTI is a standardized measure of phylogenetic clustering based on the observed mean nearest-phylogenetic-neighbor distance (MNTDobs) and the null expectation of the mean nearest-phylogenetic-neighbor distance (MNTDexp) and its standard deviation (83, 234). For a single community, if the NRI or NTI is >+2 or <−2 (i.e., 2 standard deviations from the null expectation), the coexisting taxa are phylogenetically more closely (i.e., phylogenetic clustering) or distantly (i.e., phylogenetic overdispersion) related than null expectations, respectively. A mean NRI or NTI across multiple communities that is significantly greater than zero indicates phylogenetic clustering, whereas a mean NRI or NTI that is significantly less than zero signifies phylogenetic overdispersion (62). Similar null model analyses have also been extended to measure phylogenetic β-diversity so that the βMNTD-based metrics (βNRI and βNTI) were developed (62, 235). Similarly, for a single pairwise comparison, a βNRI or βNTI value of >+2 or <−2 suggests that phylogenetic turnover is greater or less than the null expectation (62, 109). A mean βNRI or βNTI across all pairwise comparisons that is significantly greater or less than zero indicates that phylogenetic turnover is greater or less than the null expectation (62, 235). While a significant (β)NRI or (β)NTI value as described above is related to deterministic processes, a nonsignificant (β)NRI or (β)NTI value (between −2 and 2 for a single community or a single pairwise comparison) is usually considered to signify the influence of stochastic assembly. These null-model-based phylogenetic and taxonomic metrics have been used to assess the stochasticity of microbial assembly in a variety of environments, such as soil (228, 236), the ocean (237, 238), groundwater (33, 62), and animal feces (154). Recently, null-model-based β-diversity metrics (βNTI and RCBray) were employed to develop a new null-model-based framework for quantifying various community assembly processes (37, 68, 100, 101, 109) (see below). Compared to neutral models, null model approaches are flexible due to various options of algorithms. In addition, since null model approaches can be based on taxonomic and phylogenetic diversity metrics and should extend to functional diversity metrics, it could be easier to develop a statistical framework based on null model approaches to disentangle the influences of different processes (see below). However, null model approaches are built on heuristic randomization algorithms that lack a clear biological mechanism (239). Neutral models are actually a special type of null model, but as mechanistic dynamical models, neutral models should be closer to “actual” stochastic population dynamics. Nevertheless, current neutral model approaches lack the ability to explore the information underlying phylogenetic and functional diversity whereas null model approaches are applicable, which significantly reduces the power of neutral models to infer the relative roles of different community assembly processes. Both null model and neutral model approaches have an inherent problem, that an observed pattern fitting a null/neutral model cannot reject the importance of deterministic processes, since a niche model could show a pattern similar to that of null/neutral models, as discussed above. To solve this problem, an important future direction is to effectively combine niche and neutral models. Although they have unsolvable drawbacks, as described above, multivariate analyses can help in the development of niche models and in linking community structures with environmental variables and ecosystem functioning parameters, which cannot be achieved by null or neutral models. Therefore, all three types of approaches should be simultaneously used in complementary and reinforcing fashions, and the results should be cautiously interpreted by considering their strengths and weaknesses. In the future, a unified framework of both niche and neutral theories will be built based on the further development and integration of different approaches. EXPERIMENTAL APPROACHES FOR TESTING THE IMPORTANCE OF ECOLOGICAL STOCHASTICITY Inferring the importance of ecological stochasticity from patterns determined by the various methods discussed above is difficult because observational survey data are always compounded by various other factors. Experimental tests of the role of ecological stochasticity in controlling the diversity of ecological communities in both the field and the laboratory are needed. To directly test the relative importance of stochasticity in controlling community structure, Chase (153) established long-term experimental artificial ponds in the field (20 mesocosms, half under drought). The results showed that considerably higher β-diversity was observed in the pond community of producers and invertebrates without drought, which was most likely due to a combination of ecological drift and priority effects. In contrast, the communities in the ponds experiencing drought were much more similar due to niche selection imposed by drought. Also, higher β-diversity was observed in the ponds with greater productivity, suggesting that stochasticity increases with greater productivity (producers and small animals) (31). However, explanations for these experimental results could be complicated by the lack of control over assembly history in disturbed ponds and the initial environmental heterogeneity (153, 240). To discern the existence of stochastic assembly and its relative roles in determining community assembly, an ideal experimental system should ensure that the initial conditions (e.g., initial density and initial environmental heterogeneity) and environmental conditions are identical among replicate communities (153, 240). Well-controlled laboratory systems such as microbe-based bioreactors could help meet such challenging requirements. Compared to plant- and animal-based systems, microbe-based laboratory systems have several unique advantages (36, 52, 241–243). First, microorganisms are very small and have short generation times, which allow us to manipulate and monitor the influences of stochastic and deterministic processes on community dynamics in tractable experimental units and at short time scales. Also, many replicate reactors can be established and maintained under identical environmental conditions with the same source communities so that any differences in initial conditions and the effects of compounding factors on experimental results can be minimized. The availability of sufficient replicate samples is critical for addressing questions related to stochasticity with the null model approach (35). In addition, laboratory systems are closed systems, and hence, various functional parameters of interest can be measured at the whole-system level to allow the linking of community structure to ecosystem functioning, which is critical but very difficult to achieve in nature. Several years ago, a microbial-electrolysis-cell-based reactor system was used to examine the roles of stochastic assembly in determining microbial community structure (36). After 2 months, the functional community structures determined by using a functional gene array, GeoChip (44, 69, 244, 245), were dramatically different among 14 replicate reactors that were operated under identical conditions with the same source community. Further null and neutral model analyses revealed that ecological drift (i.e., initial stochastic colonization) and subsequent biotic interactions via priority effects were critical in determining microbial community structure (36). This study provides explicit evidence of the dominant roles of stochastic assembly (i.e., stochastic colonization) in controlling microbial community structure. The relative importance of contemporary selection and historical contingency in community structure and biogeography has been a central, but highly controversial, issue in microbial ecology research over the last decades (116, 138, 246). However, a great challenge in ecology is that it is difficult, if not impossible, to obtain detailed relevant historical information in most situations (137). Therefore, experimental manipulations with a known history are greatly preferred. Numerous experimental manipulation studies as well as theoretical analyses demonstrated the importance of historical contingency in affecting community structure. The strength of historical contingency (priority effects or stochasticity) is generally promoted by a small habitat patch (247, 248), a large species pool (137, 249–251), high productivity (31, 135, 156), low stress or disturbance (153, 240), and low predation (202, 252). Species functional traits involved in competitive and dispersal abilities (e.g., flagella, cell size, and metal resistance ability, etc.) are also important for historically contingent assembly (136, 137). Finally, through thorough synthesis of experimental and theoretical data it has been concluded that historically contingent community assembly occurs only when the regional species contain species that together can produce priority effects and when the early-arriving species can rapidly preempt or modify the niches before late-arriving species arrive (137). Although various experimental studies revealed that historical contingency affects community structure, little is known about whether historical contingency affects community functioning (36, 253). Recently, several studies showed that historical contingency can influence ecosystem functional processes such as productivity, decomposition, and nutrient and energy fluxes (36, 253–256). For instance, by using 10 wood-degrading fungal species in laboratory microcosms, it was demonstrated that differences in early immigration histories resulted in dramatic variations in community structure and ecosystem functions (i.e., decomposition and respiration) (253), indicating that small differences in the species immigration history during community assembly could lead to large differences in community functioning. Similarly, stochastic colonization in microbial-electrolysis-cell-based reactors resulted in communities with not only different structures but also distinct functions (e.g., hydrogen production, methanogenesis, or CO2 production via fermentation) (36). The study of ecological succession remains at the core of ecology research because information on temporal community dynamics can help predict the responses of biodiversity and ecosystem services to environmental change (257, 258). While the mechanisms shaping the structure of ecological communities have been intensively studied (30–32, 36, 62, 64, 91, 157, 186, 193, 205, 221, 259), the drivers controlling ecological succession in response to environmental perturbations are poorly understood (260, 261). To understand the relative importance of stochastic and deterministic processes in mediating microbial community succession, the responses of groundwater microbial communities to nutrient inputs were examined (35). One of the main advantages of the use of groundwater ecosystems for examining the importance of stochasticity in controlling microbial community succession is that dispersal is not a major limiting factor influencing community assembly at the local scale examined (<10 m) due to high hydraulic conductivity. The experimental results indicated that the succession of groundwater microbial communities in response to nutrient amendment is primarily stochastic but that the drivers controlling biodiversity and succession are temporally dynamic rather than static (35). These results are also consistent with findings from several previous studies showing the importance of ecological stochasticity in driving macroorganism community succession (31, 153, 257). QUANTIFYING COMMUNITY ASSEMBLY PROCESSES A Quantitative FrameworkAlthough ecological stochasticity has been widely studied by using various approaches, as described above, few approaches were available to further disentangle and quantify the relative importances of the four fundamental ecological processes until several recent attempts based on null model analyses were made. As an exploratory effort, a null-modeling-based statistical framework was developed by Stegen et al. (37, 109) to quantify the contributions of various ecological processes (e.g., selection and dispersal) to microbial community structure, succession, and biogeography (37, 68, 100, 101, 109, 152) (Fig. 3). In this framework, the variation or turnover of both phylogenetic diversity and taxonomic diversity is first measured with null-model-based phylogenetic and taxonomic β-diversity metrics (βNTI, βNRI, and RCBray). The conservation of phylogenetic signals is then tested against different environmental variables, followed by the choice of appropriate phylogenetic metrics, βNTI or βNRI, for subsequent analysis. Next, selection is partitioned based on the phylogenetic diversity of a targeted gene across various communities. Since homogeneous selection leads to communities that are phylogenetically more similar, the percentage of homogeneous selection is estimated as the fraction of pairwise comparisons with a βNTI value of <−2. In contrast, heterogeneous selection, which results in communities that are less similar in phylogeny, is quantified as the fraction of pairwise comparisons with a βNTI value of >+2. Subsequently, the taxonomic β-diversity metric RCBray is used to further partition the pairwise comparisons with an absolute βNTI value of <2 (i.e., these pairwise comparisons are not assigned to selection). Similarly, because homogenizing dispersal produces communities that are more taxonomically similar, the relative influence of homogenizing dispersal is quantified as the fraction of the pairwise comparisons with an absolute βNTI value of <2 and an RCBray value of <−0.95. On the other hand, dispersal limitation leads to communities that are less similar in taxonomy, and hence, dispersal limitation is quantified as the fraction of the pairwise comparisons with an absolute βNTI value of <2 and an RCBray value of >0.95. Finally, the fraction of the pairwise comparisons with an absolute βNTI value of <2 and an absolute RCBray value of <0.95 was treated as an “undominated” fraction, which mostly consists of weak selection, weak dispersal, diversification, and/or drift (37). At the moment, no methods are available to further partition different components. Besides the little influence of selection, “weak” selection could also be caused by influential selective forces counteracting each other and/or contrasting selection (i.e., some taxa are under homogeneous selection, but some others are under heterogeneous selection), which could lead to random phylogenetic patterns (101). In addition, it should be noted that the “selection” fraction detected by this approach could also include deterministic components of dispersal (e.g., active propulsion) and some degree of diversification, such as those derived from positive mutations (Fig. 3). Ecological processes shaping microbial community diversity in the context of the determinism-versus-stochasticity dichotomy. This scheme shows different steps in partitioning various ecological processes based on both phylogenetic and taxonomic diversity under the assumptions discussed in text. βNTI (β nearest-taxon index) is based on a null model test of the phylogenetic β-diversity index βMNTD (β mean nearest-taxon distance), and RCBray (modified Raup-Crick index) is based on a null model test of the Bray-Curtis taxonomic β-diversity index. The two boxes indicate the major components of deterministic selection and the undominated fraction, respectively. Besides less-influential selection, the weak selection in the undominated fraction may also result from counteracting influential selective factors and/or a contrasting selection of different taxa. The diagram was made primarily based on data reported previously by Stegen et al. (37, 109). Simulation modeling analysis with predefined expectations indicated that this new framework could accurately predict the relative importance of various ecological processes in controlling spatial turnover among different communities (37). This new framework has been applied to a limited number of microbial communities, and some very interesting insights were obtained (37, 68, 100, 101, 109, 151, 152). For example, using this new framework, Stegen et al. (109) showed that the spatial turnover of the subsurface microbial communities in deeper finer-grained sediments were controlled majorly by selection (60% of the turnover). However, in shallower coarser-grain sediments, selection was weaker (∼30% of the turnover). Also, dispersal limitation contributed about 30% of the spatial turnover, while homogenizing dispersal explained about 20% of the spatial variation. In addition, undominated processes (37) control 25% of the spatial turnover. This new framework provides inferences of the relative importance of ecological processes in mediating community assembly, which could not be achieved by using previous approaches (109). This represents a significant advance in microbial ecology because this is the first time that microbial ecologists are able to obtain quantitative information on community assembly processes from a statistical perspective. Although this new statistical approach provided valuable insights into the contributions of ecological processes to microbial community structure and succession (37, 68, 109, 152), there are several limitations of this approach. First, selection is estimated as the fraction of pairwise community comparisons with an absolute βNTI value of >2 at the whole-community level (37, 109). In this way, at an absolute βNTI value of >2, the turnover of the entire community is considered to be under strong selection. This may not be appropriate because it is well known that the action of natural selection typically occurs on the level of individual populations. Within a microbial community, while some populations are under natural selection, some could be under strong drift. This kind of difference cannot be identified by a metric at the whole-community level. In a recent study on a groundwater microbiome, this framework was applied to different classes separately instead of the whole community, and the results demonstrated taxon-specific assembly processes (101). Since this framework could also be applied to any functional gene/trait with a phylogenetic signal, further improvements can be achieved by focusing on functional genes to obtain higher resolution. Second, diversification is an important evolutionary and ecological process underlying microbial community assembly (67, 72, 108), but it is not accounted for in this framework (37). Third, in the extended framework, ecological drift was mixed with weak selection and dispersal (37, 68, 152). It would be highly desirable to determine the relative importance of ecological drift for controlling community dynamics by further parsing it out (37). In addition, a broad application of this framework to different microbial communities from diverse habitats is necessary to validate its generality and applicability. Underlying Assumptions of the Statistical FrameworkThere are several important assumptions underlying the above-described framework, although they are not explicitly expressed in the original publications. The first assumption is that phylogenetic diversity reflects the diversity of functional traits. In community phylogenetics, one important belief is that community assembly is mediated through functional traits, and thus, the trait dispersion of a community is assumed to signify particular community assembly processes (262). Because of niche conservatism, that is, the tendency of species to retain ancestral ecological characteristics (263), phylogenetic diversity is often used as a proxy for functional trait diversity to infer the underlying community assembly processes if there is a strong correlation between phylogenetic distance and niche differences, i.e., phylogenetic signals (62). The existence of phylogenetic signals can be tested to some extent by multivariate analysis (62, 109), but this faces some difficulties. First, niche differences are the results of multiple parameters (e.g., pH, temperature, and salt), and not all of them will have a strong phylogenetic signal or similar phylogenetic signals (264). Many ecological niches are not or cannot be measured. It is not clear whether phylogenetic signals exist for these unmeasured niches. Also, due to rapid adaptive evolution, in general, a microbial phylogenetic signal exists only within a short phylogenetic distance, among closely related microorganisms (62, 68, 109, 265). The estimation of phylogenetic distance among closely related microorganisms could be highly susceptible to sequencing errors, quantitative accuracy, reproducibility, and the uncertainty of phylogenetic trees due to different tree construction approaches (69, 160, 266). In addition, horizontal gene transfer among microorganisms could be a significant problem by swiping out phylogenetic signals, especially for some functional traits (e.g., antibiotic resistance), which leads to a phenomenon where ecologically similar organisms are not phylogenetically closely related (267). Fortunately, a recent review showed that microbial traits appear to be phylogenetically conserved (268), and there were strong phylogenetic signals for many microbial traits (264). However, it should be noted that the results from such analyses could vary substantially with the taxonomic/phylogenetic resolutions of the molecular markers used. For instance, the widely used short sequences from the 16S rRNA gene (e.g., V3-V4 regions) are able to resolve differences only at the genus or family level (69). Such a coarse level resolution may not be sufficient to allow the detection of ecological forces at the species and strain levels. The second underlying assumption is that phylogenetic information is better than taxonomic information for discerning some ecological processes, particularly selection. Historically, both phylogenetic diversity and taxonomic diversity have been used to infer community assembly mechanisms (e.g., deterministic versus stochastic) (31, 62, 83, 109, 153, 205). However, in this framework, both types of diversity are not considered equal in discerning community assembly mechanisms, particularly because of the phylogenetic signals detailed above. This framework first uses phylogenetic β-diversity to parse out the importance of selection, followed by the use of taxonomic β-diversity for dispersal and other processes. This implies that phylogenetic diversity is more informative than taxonomic diversity in reflecting selection. This assumption may be valid, as a recent perspective article argued that phylogenetic diversity better represents ecological differences of functional traits (269). This is because phylogenetic diversity, especially the abundance-weighted phylogenetic metric, encompasses information on both evolutionary history and the ecology of organisms (269). The third underlying assumption is that there are differential effects of ecological processes on community structure. The proposed statistical framework partitions ecological processes in the following order: selection, dispersal, and undominated processes (including diversification, drift, weak selection, and weak dispersal). The underlying assumption for such a sequential analysis is that all ecological processes are important in shaping community structure, but selection has a more pronounced influence than dispersal and other processes. This assumption appears to hold, as numerous studies demonstrate that selection is critical for governing community structure at a small local scale, while dispersal and diversification are key contributors to the regional species pool (30, 142). If one is more interested in the research question of how deterministic and stochastic processes shape community structure at the local scale, diversification and dispersal should become less important than selection (108). Therefore, it should be reasonable to define the effects of selection on community structure first, followed by parsing out the effects of regional factors such as dispersal and diversification. Drift, as a pure stochastic process embedded in the null hypothesis of all null models, should be the remaining part. Another underlying assumption is that the methods used at each step can effectively parse out the importance of various ecological processes: selection by phylogenetic β-diversity and dispersal by taxonomic β-diversity. Although simulation model analysis indicated that this approach can effectively delineate the effects of various processes on community assembly (37), it is still less certain whether this approach is effective for all communities. Intuitively, its effectiveness could vary with the complexity and dominant processes of the community assembly. For instance, this approach could be very effective if deterministic processes dominate, but it could be less reliable if stochastic processes are more important. The effectiveness of this approach could also vary with the spatial scales examined, sampling efforts, sampling errors, taxonomic/phylogenetic resolution of molecular markers, null model algorithms, and community similarity metrics (35, 203). It is worthwhile to note that ecological selection, dispersal, diversification, and drift are generally not directly measurable in community ecology. Similar to the situation of ecological neutrality (270), the above-described framework provides statistical estimations of ecological processes, and they should be treated as statistical proxies for various ecological processes for several reasons. First, because of possible violations of the above-described assumptions underlying this framework, it could be difficult to obtain measurements close to the “true” values. Second, there are some statistical uncertainties associated with each step, especially with the variation of null model algorithms, community similarity metrics, regional pool size, and incidence or abundance data. The estimated values for various ecological processes could vary considerably with different choices. In addition, particularly for microbial studies, due to the complexity of natural ecosystems and the inherently high variation of molecular methods for sampling and associated analyses (160, 161, 266, 271), obtaining accurate estimations of experimental data could be very challenging. For the above-mentioned reasons, it might be wise to adopt a pragmatic definition for different terms, such as statistical selection, statistical dispersal, statistical diversification, and statistical drift. Similar to the situation for stochasticity and determinism (34, 272), the operational distinction among these processes can appear somewhat arbitrary. Although there might be differences, or even considerably large differences, between the statistically measured values and true values of ecological processes, this conceptual framework should be useful for comparative purposes. If all communities are analyzed in the same way, the results should be more comparative and meaningful on a relative basis. CONCLUDING REMARKS AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES Unraveling the mechanisms underlying biodiversity has recently received a great deal of attention in microbial ecology research. In contrast to traditional wisdom, over the last decade, various theoretical, observational, and/or experimental studies clearly demonstrate the importance of stochastic processes in shaping microbial community structure, succession, and biogeography (e.g., see references 32, 33, 35, 36, 64, 177, 178, 193, and 273). However, most of those studies are based on taxonomic and/or phylogenetic diversity but not functional diversity. It is believed that species functional traits (i.e., functional diversity) could have critical impacts on mediating stochastic community assembly (137). Future microbial community assembly studies must consider functional diversity along with taxonomic and phylogenetic diversity (239, 274). New statistical approaches considering functional diversity within the context of microbial community assembly are also needed (63, 69). Such functional-trait-based approaches could be useful for inferring the relative importance of environmental filtering versus biotic interactions (e.g., competition) in shaping community structures (275–277). In addition, new methods to integrate all relevant data (e.g., taxonomic, phylogenetic, functional, environmental, and spatial) are needed to address interesting ecological hypotheses. Vellend's conceptual framework for classifying ecological processes as selection, dispersal, drift, and diversification is well received in the field of microbial ecology (67, 72). Statistical approaches to quantify selection and dispersal have been developed in accordance with this framework (37, 68, 109). However, diversification is not incorporated into the theoretical framework (37, 68). Diversification could play key roles in shaping microbial community structure via mediating regional species pools over large spatial and temporal scales (34). Thus, novel approaches for quantifying the relative importance of diversification and integrating it into the existing framework are urgently needed. A recently developed approach using the randomization of nucleic acid sequences of a marker gene (195) could provide a useful way to quantify the relative importance of diversification. Ecological drift is a central concept in community ecology. Because drift is strongly affected by selection, dispersal, and diversification, it is a great challenge to detect drift, especially in microbial communities. Given the large population sizes and high dispersal potential, it is often assumed that drift is not important in microbial communities, which may not be valid (72). To detect ecological drift in microbial communities, future studies should focus on investigating the dynamics of rare taxa and/or active populations under similar or identical environmental conditions with a well-replicated experimental design (35, 36, 72). Also, it is difficult to estimate the relative importance of ecological drift with recently developed frameworks (37, 68, 109), because it is mixed with other processes in the undominated fraction. Novel approaches to separate the effects of drift and diversification in the undominated fraction are needed. In addition, neutral and niche models, as well as different approaches (e.g., multivariate, neutral model, and null modeling approaches), should be integrated together in complementary and reinforcing fashions for systematically assessing the importance of ecological stochasticity (e.g., drift and stochastic colonization), because no approach is perfect (33, 100, 101, 239). Such integration will be even more powerful if combined with experimental approaches to determine the importance of ecological stochasticity. However, it is still challenging to integrate various approaches in data analyses and interpretation for quantifying ecological drift as well as other processes. Machine-learning-based new computational approaches could greatly help in ameliorating integration problems. Although great insights have been obtained over the last decade, the majority of studies on disentangling the mechanisms controlling community assembly are based on observational surveys. Direct experimental manipulation of community diversity and assembly history is becoming increasingly important because observational survey data are always compounded by various other factors (34). However, experimental manipulation of assembly processes of microbial communities, especially in natural settings, is extremely difficult. New, well-replicated, and controlled experimental strategies and approaches, such as synthetic ecosystems that resemble natural ecosystems (278), should be very valuable for rigorously evaluating the relative importance of deterministic versus stochastic processes in community structure and succession (136, 279). Such synthetic ecosystems could allow researchers to precisely control microbial diversity (e.g., diversity level and species traits), the parameters of system inputs and outputs, assembly processes (e.g., colonization order and dispersal), and environmental factors (280). Also, directly altering microbial communities to test assembly theories in the field is even more challenging. Coupling theoretical analyses with ecosystem management efforts to obtain well-replicated time series data could be a viable way to test the concepts and theory of community assembly and succession in field settings (35, 136). There is a very limited understanding of whether and how community assembly history affects ecosystem functioning (36, 253). Numerous studies demonstrated that biodiversity is important for ecosystem functioning (e.g., see references 281 and 282), but the underlying mechanisms shaping the relationships between microbial biodiversity and ecosystem functioning are less clear. Several recent studies indicated that stochastic processes are important for regulating both microbial community structure and functions (36, 253), but more systematic examinations across diverse ecosystems are necessary to understand whether stochastic community assembly processes affect ecosystem functioning and how environmental factors influence the relationships between microbial community assembly and ecosystem functioning. New, functional-trait-based frameworks to integrate various ecological processes (selection, dispersal, drift, and diversification) within the context of ecosystem functioning are needed, particularly from an evolutionary perspective (67). However, the identification and measurement of functional traits important for microbial community assembly and ecosystem functioning are a great challenge (67). One of the main objectives in the field of microbial ecology is to be able to project a future scenario of microbial community structure and functions in a changing environment. However, stochastic community assembly poses a serious challenge to predictive microbial ecology research because stochastic processes make the structure and functions unpredictable (69). As a result, the majority of previous studies on microbial ecology were focused on deterministic processes and ignored the importance of stochastic processes (283). Despite this challenge, considerable progress was made in understanding the importance of stochastic community assembly in ecological communities. Although stochastic processes are unpredictable, the factors and conditions affecting stochastic community assembly are more or less predictable. For instance, as mentioned above, stochastic community assembly will more likely occur when there is a small habitat, a large species pool, high productivity, low disturbance, and/or low predation. By understanding the factors and conditions affecting stochastic community assembly, it is still feasible to predict the range of possibilities of stochastic community assembly (137). Thus, some important future research questions should focus on when ecological stochasticity should matter and when it should not (137). Microbial community ecology will become more predictable by determining when and under which conditions a microbial community will be more sensitive to stochastic processes. Such knowledge can also be used for assisting biodiversity preservation, ecosystem restoration, environmental management, agricultural management, and disease control (31, 35, 137). The appropriate manipulation of a community assembly history could serve as a useful tool in ecosystem management for achieving the desired ecosystem functions (137, 253). The efforts in preparing this review were supported, through contract DE-AC02-05CH11231 (as part of ENIGMA, a Scientific Focus Area), by funding from the Genomics Science Program of the Office of Science, Office of Biological and Environmental Research (OBER), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL); by the OBER Biological Systems Research on the Role of Microbial Communities in Carbon Cycling program (DE-SC0004601); by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) MacroSystems Biology program through grant EF-1065844; by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) (award number 2016-68002-24967); and by the National Science Foundation of China (41430856). 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OCDC Article: New Rule 5.28 - Reinstatements: An Overview of the New Requirements The Chief Disciplinary Counsel is appointed by the Supreme Court of Missouri to serve as counsel in disciplinary hearings and to conduct investigations as provided by Supreme Court Rule 5.[2] An investigation may result in the matter being presented to the Supreme Court of Missouri for a final order of discipline. If the Court finds that professional misconduct occurred, it will impose appropriate discipline. The discipline imposed may result in an order of suspension or disbarment of a lawyer. More... Published: Sep 1, 2017 OCDC Article: Recently Published Missouri Informal Advisory Opinions Informal advisory opinions are issued by the Legal Ethics Counsel pursuant to Missouri Supreme Court Rule 5.30. The Legal Ethics Counsel issues opinions to members of the bar about Rules 4, 5 and 6 for prospective guidance about an attorney's own conduct involving an existing set of facts. 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Lawyers are often wary of making a misstep with their client trust accounts, but by instituting sound accounting practices within their offices in accordance with Rules 4-1.145 - 4-1.155, lawyers should be able to readily comply with their safekeeping obligations... More... OCDC Article: Planning Ahead: Why You May Want to Designate a Trustee Pursuant to Amended Rule 5.26 It can be difficult to imagine that an accident, disability, or even untimely death may leave you unable to continue in your law practice. However, in the year 2016, the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel undertook approximately 10 matters wherein the attorney in question was incapacitated and it was necessary to seek the appointment of a trustee to protect the clientsâ€™ interests... More... OCDC Article: Shoptalk - Be Careful What You Say Rule 4-1.6 addresses the confidentiality of client information. The basic premise of Rule 4-1.6 is that an attorney should not reveal information relating to the representation of a client, unless the client consents to the disclosure or the disclosure is impliedly authorized in order to carry out the representation.[1] On its face the rule seems pretty simple but on closer examination it contains several pitfalls for unknowing attorneys. More... OCDC Article: Getting By - With a Little Help from Our Friends Lawyers often lean on each other; they often ask other lawyers to serve as local counsel or for second opinions. Many take bigger steps, setting up joint representations as co-counsel. Some lawyers even advertise their practice by focusing on other lawyers as much as to the public. Those lawyers hope they have earned a professional and collegial reputation among their peers, especially in complex practice areas. More... OCDC Article: OCDC, Complaints and Yogi What can lawyers learn from the wisdom of Lawrence Peter Berra, better known as Yogi Berra? Mr. Berra was one of the best known catchers to play the game of baseball. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972, but is also well known for quotes that have been attributed to him. Yogi Berra: You got to be very careful if you donï¿½t know where you are going because you might not get there.[1] More... Published: Oct 1, 2015 OCDC Article: Joint Representation: Analysis Required Two or more parties in the same matter sometimes seek to hire a single lawyer. Shared counsel can save money on legal fees, decrease the duplication of efforts, and serve to present a united front to the opposition. Joint representation also, however, presents risks to, and may impose disadvantages on, those same clients. More... NEWS: THE OCDC HAS MOVED NEXT DOOR! Our new address is 3327 American Ave., Jefferson City, MO 65109-1016. More... OCDC Article: Ethical Pitfalls When Seeking Past Due Payments from a Client Most private practice attorneys have faced the dilemma of what to do when a client fails to pay. Initiating collection actions can lead to ethical problems for the attorney if the attorney is not exceedingly careful. More... An admonition is the lowest disciplinary sanction in the disciplinary process set forth in Missouri Supreme Court Rule 5. More... OCDC Article: Little White Lies I am currently working on a case where the attorney in question is facing a possible disbarment for multiple instances of lying to his clients. More... OCDC Article: Conflict of Interest: Do You Know One When You See One? Conflicts are complicated... More... OCDC Article: Corked Bats, Spitballs and Excessive Pine Tar (Ethical Issues in Baseball and the Law) "Well, it´s our game; that´s the chief fact in connection with it; America´s game; it has the snap, go and fling of the American atmosphere... More... OCDC Article: Considerations for Lawyers Acting in a Non-Professional Capacity Lawyers licensed to practice law in Missouri understand that violation of the Rules of Professional Conduct will subject them to possible disciplinary action. Discipline that may be imposed includes... More... OCDC Article: "You´re Charging Me for Text Messages?" Communication Should Begin with Your Representation Agreement. "You´re charging me for text messages?" Communication Should Begin With Your Representation Agreement... More... OCDC Article: Admonitions: A Primer With Examples An admonition is the lowest disciplinary sanction in the disciplinary process set forth in Missouri Supreme Court Rule 5. It does not restrict a lawyer´s ability to practice law... More... OCDC Article: Clients with Diminished Capacity NEW Along with coming to grips with the graying of our profession, attorneys must be alert to the fact that the general population, i.e., our clients, are aging right along with baby boomer lawyers. More... NEWS: Increased Transparency in Lawyer Discipline New court rule will make the Missouri attorney discipline process and records more open to the public... More... OCDC Article: What's Trending in Legal Discipline? Transparency On July 1, 2012, the Missouri attorney discipline system will follow the lead of forty other states and other Missouri licensed professions when Supreme Court Rule 5.31 increases transparency in the attorney discipline process. More... OCDC Article: Is Your Support Staff Supporting You? Lawyers may spend years working to build a successful law practice. With that success comes increased demand on your time; court appearances, discovery, legal research, client interviews, and preparation of petitions and motions. More... OCDC Article: Some Conflicts Are Without A Cure Many lawyers believe that all conflicts of interest are waivable. There are, however, both consentable and nonconsentable conflicts of interest. More... OCDC Article: Is Missouri's Trust Account Overdraft Notification Rule Working? On October 8, 2009, Missouri became the 40th state to adopt a trust account overdraft notification rule. More... OCDC Article: Lawyer - Are You Listening? The Missouri Supreme Court has stated on numerous occasions that the purpose of the lawyer system is to protect the public and and maintain the integrity of the profession. More... OCDC Article: Disciplinary Sanctions Because the vast majority of the members of the Missouri's Bar have never had firsthand experience with the attorney discipline system, you may be among the number who lack familiarity with the sanctions for professional contact. More... OCDC Article: Stand By Your Man (And Other Ethics Lessons From the Classics) Many people, including lawyers, turn to the Classics for life lessons. Some find all the metaphors they need in Shakespeare. More... OCDC Article: OCDC Wants To Hear From You – Now What? Supreme Court Rule 5.08 authorizes the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (OCDC) to investigate any matter of professional misconduct. The OCDC has authority to investigate alleged misconduct with or without a complaint. More... OCDC Articles - The Lawyers on the Front Line Which lawyers in Missouri are the most likely to be the subject of an investigation arising out of the filing of a formal ethics complaint? More... OCDC Article - INSIDE THE INVESTIGATION - The Lawyer Under Investigation You receive a letter from the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (“OCDC”) with an attached ethics complaint making a “lawful demand” for your “complete, written response.” You are now a lawyer under investigation... More... OCDC Article - INSIDE THE INVESTIGATION - The Role of the Regional Disciplinary Committee After receipt of an ethics complaint against a St. Louis area attorney, the Office of the Chief Disciplinary Counsel typically refers the investigation to either the Region X Disciplinary Committee -for attorneys whose practice is located in the 21st judicial circuit- or the Region XI Disciplinary Committee -for attorneys whose practice is located in the 22nd judicial circuit... More... Home \| About OCDC \| How to Contact Us \| Our Privacy Policy \| Site Map Alan Pratzel, Chief Disciplinary Counsel - 3327 American Avenue, Jefferson City, MO 65109-1016 - Phone: 573-635-7400 - FAX: 573-635-2240	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1096
__label__cc	0.659314	0.340686	The Lunatics The Lunatics: Volume One The Lunatics: Volume Two Book Promo Mockups navessa allen The Kings of Kearny: Chapter Seventeen The Kings of Kearny The rest of the drive to Kearny passed in silence. Because what the hell was I going to say knowing that Liam Larson might overhear every word? Also, why might Liam Larson overhear every word? Was he just paranoid by nature? Was that where Jakob got it from? Admittedly, I’d just met Liam. I knew nothing about him aside from what Jakob had told me and what I’d seen with my own eyes. Liam seemed stable enough, but for all I knew, he was secretly a control freak who bugged all his vehicles because he wanted to hear every word that was spoken outside of his hearing. Oh, Sweet Christ on a Couch. Jakob got me off in the mustang yesterday. I started to turn toward him in horror but stopped myself. The mustang didn’t even have automatic windows, let alone enough circuitry to support a complex bugging system. I hoped. And would Jakob have fingered me knowing that his father would overhear every sound we made? I didn’t think so. Sure, he hadn’t given a shit about being seen in the Kings’ driveway last night, but being briefly glimpsed through tinted windows and eavesdropped on for a prolonged period were two totally different things. Plus, he’d been much more talkative in the car, much more open with me – I mean, at least for Jakob he was – whereas he’d barely said two words since we’d climbed into the van. I let out a shaky breath and tried to calm down. Okay, so Liam probably hadn’t heard his son get me off. But he’d still sent us out today in a vehicle that might be bugged. After suggesting that Jakob take some Specters with him. I thought back to the tension of our discussion out on the patio, the open worry on Liam’s face, knowing that his son might be heading into danger. Was all of this just Liam being an anxious dad? Jakob was their only kid; I could understand him being overprotective. Or was something else going on? Back in the cornfield, Jakob hadn’t been acting like Jakob. I thought of the near-desperation of his kiss, the way he’d hauled me so far away before he would answer my questions, his hurry to get back in the van after mentioning his father might be looking at the GPS tracker and wondering why we were parked on the side of the road. It all made it seem like Jakob was almost…afraid of his father. Or at the very least, wary of him. And he sure as shit hadn’t wanted him to know who we were going to talk to. I started to look back over the past few days and question my perception of everything that had happened. While I’d been so focused on Daniel King and his mysterious buddy Redding, should I have instead been thinking about Liam Larson? I tried to remove myself from the situation and look at it from the perspective of an outsider. My dislike of Daniel King made me want to think that he was up to no good. That he was the kind of man who would endanger innocent people like my grandmother just to get ahead in the world. And really, who could blame me for that? He’d thrown Jakob and me under the bus the day after learning about our fake relationship. He’d broken into Jakob’s apartment and then treated him like dogshit. But now that I was thinking about it, really thinking about it, I realized how much my own bias had skewed my view of recent events. As much as I disliked him, as much as it rankled, I knew that Daniel King was good for this town. That he cared about this town. Was he problematic as fuck? Yes. Was he a violent sociopath that I would never, ever let myself be alone with? Also, yes. But again, not everything was black and white. The characters of most people I’d met in my life were shaded in hues of gray, and as much as it pained me to admit it, that included Daniel King. Not a single function happened in Kearny without him being involved in some way, whether that be by donating his time or his money. He was a judge at the annual 4H fair. The Kings sponsored three of the local youth sports teams. For fuck’s sake, they even started a summer camp for underprivileged children so they had someplace to go during vacation and their parents could keep working without having to worry about paying for two months of childcare. Daniel’s wife, Eva, sat on half of the town boards, and where most of the folks in Kearny had a healthy fear of Daniel, they viewed Eva as a legitimate community leader. They trusted her opinions. They looked to her for guidance. It made no sense that The Kings would do so much to keep this town safe and thriving just for Daniel to turn around and bring drugs into it, and the more I reanalyzed my original theory, the more I saw the gaping holes in it. Because, really, what did Daniel King have to gain by destabilizing Kearny? How would a border war with a subchapter of The Bandits help him throw off the oversight of Liam Larson and The Specters? Maybe I wasn’t devious enough, maybe I wasn’t good at thinking outside of the box, but any way I came at that question, I still ended up in the same place. Even if Daniel was angling to start a war just to make it look like The Specters couldn’t protect their own people, Kearny and Daniel King would still suffer because of it. And a big ugly fight like that would draw national attention, something The Kings, The Jokers, The Specters, and The Bandits would all want to avoid at all cost, because with national attention came federal focus, and no one wanted to give the FBI a reason to invade. After poking at this problem for a solid ten minutes, I didn’t see any way that kind of tactic would work for Daniel King or be beneficial to him, and I had a feeling that Daniel King didn’t do anything unless it benefited Daniel King in some way. So what the fuck was really going on here? Who had the most to gain from weakening his hold on the town? The head of The Jokers was a prime candidate. With Daniel out of the way, it would create a power vacuum in Kearny that they might try to slip in and fill. But they could never pull that off without one hell of a fight from the rest of The Kings. The clubs hated each other. Their rivalry went too far back for The Kings to willingly accept the yolk of leadership from The Jokers, and lord knows The Specters would never let it happen. Which brought me back to no one wanting to bring the attention of the feds down on their heads. Hmmm. Maybe the point wasn’t to take over The Kings’ territory. Maybe it was just to destabilize them to the point that they wouldn’t be competition anymore. Or maybe it was someone else. I turned in my seat, looking at Jakob but thinking about his father. Liam Larson. A man who, from all appearances, loved his son more than almost anything else in the world. Worried about him. Was proud of him. Probably wanted the best for him. To see him rise to the same kind of influence and power that Liam had. And what better way to ensure that he did than by getting rid of a man he saw as standing in the way of his son’s success? Daniel King wasn’t great to Jakob. Maybe Liam had seen that and didn’t like it. Maybe he thought that he would have greater influence on Kearny and The Kings if his son was heading the club. Liam must have also seen how loyal his son and the other members of the club were to Daniel. So how would he go about dethroning Daniel without The Kings suspecting his involvement? The answer was obvious: by framing him. By bringing in a man from Daniel’s past and setting him up as the head of a rival drug operation right on Kearny’s doorstep to make it look like Daniel had to know about it. That he had to be involved. And I had fallen for it hook, line, and sinker. Jakob glanced over at me, feeling my regard, and I started to look at him in a new light. I’d been thinking of him as the strong silent type, but what if I was as wrong about him as I’d been about his father? He’d grown up in the MC world. How young was he when he’d first gotten involved with the politics of the bigger clubs? Had Liam spoon fed him a steady diet of paranoia and manipulation all his life? Taught his son how to toy with others? How to stand in the background and manipulate events like a puppet master pulling the strings of his marionettes? How long had Jakob suspected his father’s involvement? Because from everything that had happened over the past few days, it was pretty obvious that he didn’t think Daniel King was behind everything. Had he known since that first night in the bar? Jakob had been the one to approach me and strike up a conversation, and later I had learned that he’d looked into me when I moved to town. Had he already known that Gran was in Magnolia? Had he dropped that cryptic comment about her safety, hoping to reel me in? Jesus, had he intentionally trapped me in his apartment and seduced me all so he could use me to weasel his way into Magnolia and get a look at what was going on for himself? I leaned away from him, feeling sick to my stomach. Because it seemed…possible. Don’t get ahead of yourself, I thought, over and over again. I’d jumped to conclusions about Daniel King, and look at where that had gotten me. After everything I’d been though with Jakob over the past several days, the least he deserved was the benefit of the doubt. I turned to frown out at the view beyond my window, setting my unease about Jakob aside for a minute. There was still the problem of my apartment. If Liam was behind everything, had he ordered someone to trash it? Or had Redding and his goons done that on their own? I circled back to an earlier question I’d asked myself: who had the most to gain in this situation? By trashing my apartment, the goons would send the message that I wasn’t safe and that I should stop sticking my nose where it didn’t belong, but Liam… If Liam was anywhere near as manipulative as I was starting to think he was, then it was plausible that Redding had told him about his son showing up at the nursing home, and who his son had been with. Had Liam also been told that I said Jakob was my boyfriend? If so, what better way to get his son away from Magnolia and Kearny than by making him believe his alleged girlfriend wasn’t safe there? After all, Jakob’s response was to pull me out of Kearny and bring me home, placing us all right beneath Liam’s thumb. My head started to spin. If Jakob had already suspected Liam’s involvement, he might have known Liam could be the one behind my apartment being trashed. And had brought me home because he wanted to play right into Liam’s hand. It meant Jakob could keep an eye on Liam while simultaneously making Liam believe that Jakob had no idea what was really going on. Because if Liam was willing to have my apartment ransacked, what was next? Having me assaulted? I could wait until we got to Kearny and had some alone time before I started demanding answers from Jakob, but with that last thought, there was one question that couldn’t wait. As we wound out of Hill Country and back into civilization, I pulled my phone from my purse and punched something into my note app in all caps, waiting until we rolled to a stop at a light before shoving it beneath Jakob’s nose. It read: IS MY GRAN REALLY SAFE WITH YOUR PARENTS? Jakob reached out and gripped my shoulder, dropping his shades so he could look me in the eyes. “Yes,” was all he said, and from the conviction in that one word, it was clear that he believed she was. But did I? If Liam was willing to destroy my apartment just to get his way, how far would he really go? Who else would he hurt? And for that matter, how far would Jakob go? Had anything between us been real? One thing was for certain; Jakob and I needed to have a long conversation once we got out of this fucking van. Copyright © 2020 by Navessa Allen All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, businesses, companies, events, or locales is entirely coincidental. 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__label__wiki	0.590304	0.590304	New DC Collectibles Infinite Crisis Figures & Interview Posted on: March 22, 2014 / Categories: DC Collectible, Toys In a new DC Collectibles interview with Infinite Crisis’ Jeffrey Steefel (see below), a few new figures for the Infinite Crisis line were revealed. Included were: Atomic Green Lantern Atomic Poison Ivy Mecha Wonder Woman Pajama Party Harley Quinn Renaissance Batman We have seen these already but the info from the interview makes the releases much more exciting. With fun, uniquely different takes on some of DC Comics most beloved heroes and villains, it was only a matter of time until we gave the champions of Infinite Crisis the DC Collectibles action figure treatment. First unveiled at Toy Fair in February, this eagerly awaited new line of figures is set to make a splash later this year with an initial wave of figures that include Atomic Green Lantern, Mecha Wonder Woman, Pajama Party Harley Quinn, Atomic Poison Ivy and Renaissance Batman. They’ll be joining a successful line of statues that include the already released Atomic Wonder Woman and Arcane Green Lantern. Considering the game’s heavy emphasis on characters, and how perfectly suited it is for the collectibles industry, we thought it would be fun to sit down with the Executive Producer ofInfinite Crisis, Jeffrey Steefel, and discuss the new figures as well as the cool new MOBA it’s based on. Read on, DC Collectors! The Multiverse may depend on it… DC Collectibles: It’s safe to say that the DC Collectibles team was super excited about the potential for a killer toy line when the initial character designs started coming in, and with things showing up like the stunning Atomic Age Poison Ivy or the incredible Arcane Green Lantern, we couldn’t wait to get started! Jeffrey Steefel: We are even more excited! It’s so great to see the characters in our game, derived from the DC Universe canon, come to life in the real world in such unbelievable detail! DC: Do you have a favorite universe and/or character design so far? JS: In terms of what I resonate with and what first drew me in, I really love Atomic Wonder Woman. She feels so Wonder Woman, so out there, but in some ways so familiar too. In terms of super cool design, I really love the guys’ realization of Arcane Green Lantern – love the original design for the game and the statue is amazing. For the action figures announced so far, Atomic Poison Ivy is my favorite – truly exquisite. Sorry, it’s impossible to choose just one! DC: Six action figures have been announced by DC Collectibles, and the toys that were shown at New York Toy Fair got a great response… with more already in the works as we speak! Who would be your top picks for characters you’d like to see in action figure form? JS: Mr. Fletcher, I hope you’re listening! Hmmm, and these are not necessarily from the game roster… How about Mecha Zod or Arcane Huntress? Our community is lobbying heavily for Mecha Alfred! DC: There are so many iterations of the DC Comics characters in this game. What made you choose these specific worlds to start with? JS: Atomic seemed cool, and also relatable. This is a world concept most modern people are aware of, thanks to the Cold War and Mad Max. Arcane gave us the opportunity to scratch our deep-seated Turbine fantasy roots. Mecha is just plain badass. But we have many more worlds to draw from moving into the future for the game. Mecha Wonder Woman (sculpt) DC: It seems like a challenging task to rebuild iconic characters (while keeping them easily recognizable) not just once, but multiple times for the Infinite Crisis Multiverse. With so many detailed character designs for this game, where do you look to find inspiration? JS: Some of it just comes from the deliciously twisted minds of our developers. In terms of diversity, we can look to the characters as DC made them, as they are already multi-faceted. Batman, for example is at once the dark vigilante the techie gadget guy. That gave us Nightmare Batman and Gaslight Batman. DC: Does your team come up with a character bio first, or the art concept? JS: It tends to be the bio first, though there is definitely some give and take between the concept and the backstory. Not to mention the in-game kit possibilities. DC: How many rounds of designs do you normally go through until a character is ready? JS: In terms of designs, it really varies. It depends on how far afield we are going, and how much we have to tackle in terms of new role requirements and power sets. In terms of development, each character goes through many sequential phases before becoming a released character in the game. DC: The DC Collectibles team shared some early concepts, such as the Ame-Comi, Bombshells, Robots and Steampunk designs, with your team early on. Did that influence any of your thinking when you were redesigning characters? JS: Of course! After all, DC Comics and DC Collectibles are the source inspiration for everything we do. DC: Are there artistic genres you wish you could have included in the game or hope to see in the future? JS: We have a pretty aggressive release schedule with a new champion getting released every three weeks, and a new costume every week! At this rate we will have plenty of opportunity to explore all sorts of cool and interesting areas of the DC Universe – stay tuned! Look for the first two Infinite Crisis action figures—Pajama Party Harley Quinn and Atomic Green Lantern—in stores and online at www.shopdccollectibles.com in August, 2014. Tags: DC Collectibles, DC Comics, Harley Quinn, Infinite Crisis	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1101
__label__wiki	0.908979	0.908979	Katrina Kaif’s sister Isabelle’s first look with Pulkit Samrat in ‘Suswagatam Khushaamadeed’ out- See pics Bowler Like Lasith Malinga Can Win You Games From Any Situation: Harbhajan Singh \| Cricket News In letter to Joe Biden, Amazon urges Covid-19 vaccines for its workers Kalidasa’s Vikramorvaseeyam on Koodiyattam stage “Social Media Given Rights To Alter Ours”: BJP’s Tejasvi Surya On Trump’s Ban BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, who is on the parliamentary IT panel, spoke to NDTV Saturday night Shortly after Twitter permanently banned Donald Trump from using its services, the outgoing American president has found a pocket of support from unusual quarters – Indian politicians. All through Saturday functionaries and lawmakers, particularly from the ruling BJP, commented on the rationale behind the ban. One such person was Tejasvi Surya, a BJP MP who heads the party’s youth wing and, importantly, is a member of the parliamentary panel on Information Technology. Social media platforms like Facebook, which have monopolies over content sharing, have been given “rights to alter our rights”, Mr Surya told NDTV Saturday night. He said that while the combined user base of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp – over 80 crore – was more than any news channel, the algorithms used to identify posts violating safe viewing policies “have a bias”. “Twitter may say he has violated certain norms but my concern is all tech giants have such big monopolies of information broadcasting (and) have biased algorithms. Why are we giving them rights to alter our rights? This is the big question democracies must answer,” he said. “Why are we allowing ‘intermediaries’, which by law must not deal with content, the right to monitor or alter depending on their algorithms? This must be discussed among democracies across world because this poses a serious threat to fair and free elections,” Mr Surya added. Debate on the freedom of expression on social media made headlines around the world this week after Twitter and Facebook announced a permanent ban on President Trump’s accounts after concluding he had incited the violence at the Capitol building on Wednesday night. Facebook cited his “use of our platform to incite violent insurrection against a democratically-elected government.” Twitter, which has deleted tweets with allegations about the US election, said it had “permanently suspended the account due to the risk of further incitement of violence”. Outgoing US President Donald Trump’s Twitter account has been “permanently suspended” The bans have invited praise and censure in equally furious measures, with critics of the President welcoming the move and supporters arguing it violates Trump’s right to freedom of speech. In India the debate has focused on allowing hate speech to circulate online. Last month there was controversy after Facebook said there was no cause to act against the Bajrang Dal – a right-wing group with ties to the ruling BJP – despite it being tagged as supporting violence against minorities. Also in India Facebook has been accused of not applying hate speech rules uniformly. Speaking to NDTV Mr Surya said social media platforms were barred from altering, monitoring or changing content because they were viewed as “intermediaries” under Section 79 of the IT Act. Under such laws, he said, social media platforms did not have authority to remove content. If they want to do so, then they must count themselves as media platforms and be held accountable accordingly. “They must not whimsically (and) based on algorithms remove content,” he added. Mr Surya also referred to Section 69 of the IT Act that outlines provisions for reporting of hate speech or illegal activity to the authorities, who can then ask the platform to take action. “Unless there is a regulator – a state authority – which can decide if something is hate speech or not, and then take action, this is going to be dangerous… we’re letting these platforms decide what is right or wrong,” he argued. Earlier Saturday Mr Surya flagged the Trump ban, calling it a “wake up call for democracies” and saying: “If they can do this to POTUS (President of The United States), they can do this to anyone.” Donald TrumpDonald Trump FacebookDonald Trump TwitterDonald Trump Twitter DeactivatedTejasvi Suryatwitter GoAir Sacks Senior Pilot For Making Derogatory Remarks Against PM Modi UAE vs Ireland: 2nd ODI Between UAE And Ireland Postponed Due To COVID-19 \| Cricket News	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1105
__label__wiki	0.96538	0.96538	“28 Looks Good On Me”: See Birthday Girl Krishna Shroff’s Stunning Pic Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan: The eternal romantic “No Lives Lost Or Major Injuries”: Adar Poonawala On Serum Institute Fire Yuvraj Singh Posts Cute Throwback Picture With A Cheeky Caption. See Pic \| Cricket News “Will Never Concede,” Says Trump As Congress Meets To Certify Biden Win “We will stop the steal,” Donald Trump said. Donald Trump on Wednesday launched a furious last-minute bid on the streets of Washington to reverse his election defeat, as Joe Biden was set to be certified president with an added triumph of his Democratic Party on track to win full control of Congress. In a scene unprecedented in US democracy, Trump rallied thousands of supporters outside the White House moments before Congress meets to affirm Biden’s November election victory — traditionally a formality, but one which Trump hopes will overturn the results. Trump, rambling angrily with the occasional aside lauding his four-year tenure, warned “weak” Republicans not to certify Biden’s victory and put direct pressure on Vice President Mike Pence, who will preside over the session. “We will never give up. We will never concede,” Trump told the cheering crowd, few wearing masks despite a spike in Covid cases. “I hope Mike has the courage to do what he has to do,” Trump said, describing the US election as less honest than those of “Third World countries.” But as Trump was still speaking and Congress opened the session, Pence — dutifully loyal to Trump over four years and quiet since the election — said he would not intervene. “The Constitution constrains me from claiming unilateral authority to determine which electoral votes should be counted and which should not,” Pence said in a statement. With political tensions running at fever pitch, there was a heavy police presence in downtown Washington and many business owners, fearing clashes, have boarded up doors and windows. “I can’t say I respect our election process anymore,” said Gail Shaw, 76, who drove down from New Jersey for the rally. “We will take our nation back.” Biden won more than seven million votes more than Trump in the November 3 election and leads him 306-232 in the state-by-state Electoral College that determines elections. Trump has repeatedly alleged without no evidence that there was vote-rigging but his team has not been able to prove a single case in court. There is little chance that Trump will succeed in reversing the certification as Democrats already controlled the House of Representatives. But more than 100 Republican members of the House of Representatives and at least a dozen Republican senators have vowed to object to certification — threatening to delay the proceedings late into the night — with lawmakers from Arizona filing a first objection as the joint session of Congress got underway. New mandate for Democrats The session of Congress comes one day after voters went to the polls in Georgia and appear to have handed a pair of stunning victories to the Democratic Senate candidates over Republican incumbents. A Democratic sweep would result in a 50-50 split in the Senate with Democrats holding the tie-breaking vote in Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden is due to be sworn in on January 20 and control of the Senate would give his Democrats the levers of power in the executive branch and both chambers of Congress and allow him to push through his legislative agenda. “After the past four years, after the election, and after today’s election certification proceedings on the Hill, it’s time to turn the page,” Biden said in a statement. “The American people demand action and they want unity. I am more optimistic than I ever have been that we can deliver both,” he said. Democrat Chuck Schumer, who is poised to take over from Mitch McConnell as majority leader, said his first priority will be to pass $2,000 Covid relief checks for most Americans. Democrats and Trump has supported the amount but McConnell killed the proposal in the Senate, saying $600 payouts approved last month were sufficient. Georgia has been reliably Republican but Biden also won the state, by about 12,000 votes, and his win there is one of the victories that Trump has been contesting. Trump’s unprecedented efforts to overturn the result have included making a call to Georgia’s secretary of state in which he said he wants to “find 11,780 votes” — one more than Biden’s margin of victory. Major upset In Georgia, Democratic candidate Raphael Warnock, the pastor at the Atlanta church where Martin Luther King once preached, was projected to defeat Republican Kelly Loeffler, a 50-year-old businesswoman appointed to the Senate in December 2019. Warnock, 51, who would be just the third African-American to win a Senate seat from the South, was ahead by 53,430 votes out of nearly 4.4 million cast, or more than one percent. Loeffler however refused to concede. “We’re going to make sure every vote is counted,” she told supporters. In the other Georgia race, Democrat Jon Ossoff, a 33-year-old video producer, claimed victory on Wednesday over Republican David Perdue. “Georgia, thank so much for the confidence you have placed in me,” Ossoff said. “I will look forward to serving you.” Perdue, 71, who was elected to the Senate in 2014, has also refused to concede. Donald TrumpJoe BidenUS election Cough Home Remedies: 10 home remedies to get relief from cough \| How to get rid of a cough at home We will not take it any more: US President Donald Trump tells supporters as Congress meets to certify Joe Biden win	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1106
__label__cc	0.720412	0.279588	Telecom roundup: MVNOs can’t own spectrum, 3G CDMA Players will have to wait TRAI has made it clear to MVNOs that they will not be allowed to own spectrum. Globally, MVNOs purchase airtime on wholesale basis from mobile network operators (MNOs) and use it to provide services using their own brand. Following global practices, MVNOs entering India would be able to enter the mobile space without owning any infrastructure or spectrum. As per TRAI’s definition “MVNO licensee is an entity that does not have an assignment of spectrum for access services (2G/3G/BWA) but can provide wireless (mobile) access services to customers by sharing the spectrum of the access provider.”[source] No spectrum available for 3G CDMA Operations in some circles Surely a bad news for CDMA operators – dearth of spectrum in the 800 Mhz band, according to the internal Trai study – in circles such as Kerala, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Orissa – is likely to affect the expansion plans of existing CDMA operators like Reliance Communications (RCom), Tata Teleservices (TTSL) and state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (MTNL), which had sought CDMA spectrum for expansion. This also delays country’s 3G rollout plans [source] Complete coverage of Indian telecom Industry	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1108
__label__wiki	0.518409	0.518409	Oracle acquires Sun Microsystems – What happens to MySQL? Web1.0’s major casualty, Sun has finally landed up in Oracle’s lap – for $9.50 a share in a deal valued at $7.4 billion. Oracle will pay a premium of $2.81 a share, or 42%, over Sun Micro’s closing price of $6.69 a share on Friday. Oracle said the deal is valued at $5.6 billion net of Sun’s cash and debt. – source Sun is one of the best examples of platform play gone awfully wrong. While Java is one of the most deployed platform, Sun’s vision of selling it’s Solaris server business never picked up – primarily because of tight integration between product components which were way too costly (maintenance included). Infact, Java as a platform-play was restricted to deep-pocketed enterprises only and the biggest competition came from LAMP world – slowly, they started losing developer love (after all, how many new age startups are running on Java?). Majority of Sun’s $13.9 billion annual revenue comes from high-end servers and storage systems (all based on Java), while the market started shifting to less-expensive/open source servers (LAMP). Even open-sourcing Java didn’t help – the market evolved faster than Sun could think of (ironically, they have one of the best ‘organized’ developer communities!). Platform that couldn’t sustain the lack of a solid business model – Sun portrayed Java as the next potion, just that it was internally paralyzed to sell that potion. Couple of questions on post-Sun acquisition: What will happen to Sun’s open-source initiatives? Oracle was never an initiator to open source – so what’s the incentive for them to keep the show running? What about MySQL – a direct competition to Oracle’s core, i.e. Oracle DB? Will it meet the same fate as Siebel? Will SUN products end up as just-another-stack in Oracle’s business? This is surely, end of an era. Oracle - Don't let the Sun go down on me What’s your opinion? Also see: SUN shines on MYSQL Reaction from Social Media: Get this widget!	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1109
__label__cc	0.619922	0.380078	Will Unilever Become the World’s Largest Publicly Traded B Corp? The movement to put purpose at the heart of business strategy has received a major boost with news that several multinationals, including consumer goods giant Unilever, are considering becoming “benefit corporations”– for-profit corporate entities that commit to positive social and environmental goals. Last month, Brazil’s top cosmetics, fragrance and toiletries maker, Natura, became the largest – and first publicly traded – company to attain B Corp sustainability certification. B Corp-certified companies differ from traditional corporations because triple bottom line accountability – measuring economic, social and environmental impacts – is a legally defined goal. B Corps are already legislated in 28 states in the US, and the movement is currently looking to overcome legal barriers to launching in Europe. Consumer goods giant Unilever could be next. The company’s chief executive Paul Polman told Guardian Sustainable Business in Davos that becoming a B Corp would send a powerful signal that the purpose of business is not just profit, but to have a positive impact on society and the environment. The complexity of operating in scores of countries, however, would make B Corp’s certification process extremely complex for a company such as Unilever, and becoming a B Corp would take considerable time. Jay Coen Gilbert, co-founder of B Lab, the non-profit company that began the B Corp movement, said the lack of resistance from Natura’s institutional investors was a major breakthrough. Entrepreneurship, Impact Assessment social enterprise, social impact	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1111
__label__cc	0.628109	0.371891	Notary Public Walsall Welcome to Notary Public Walsall I am a Notary Public based in Walsall, West Midlands I offer Notarisation to clients in Walsall and throughout the Birmingham , Coventry and West Midlands area. My services are available both at my offices and at a location convenient to you, by prior arrangement. STILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS with added precautions in these difficult times. I am operating a “drive-through” service where we carry out most elements of the work in advance by email/telephone/Skype. I will then prepare your document(s) so that you can park in our carpark and sign in your car, under my watch, whilst maintaining social distancing. I will take your document(s) inside to notarise and scan, then bring back the notarised document(s) to you in your car. There is plenty of free parking at the rear of our office, 503 Coventry Road, Birmingham, B10 0LL. 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__label__cc	0.573325	0.426675	NINDS Clinical Sites NN101 SMA NN102 SPRINT-MS NN103 Beat MG NN104 RHAPSODY NN105 STAIR NN106 Cyto-C NN107 FX Learn NN108 TopCSPN NN109 MAGINE NN110 Enlite PD Kevin Staley, MD Dr. Staley received his MD degree from the University of California, San Diego. He completed his postdoctoral research training at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr Staley studies neuronal ion transport in neonatal seizures as well as neural network dysfunction in epilepsy. Dr. Staley helped design the clinical trial in Boston that is testing a new therapy for neonatal seizures based on the Staley lab’s discoveries regarding ion transport in developing neurons, and a multicenter trial of similar design has been funded in Europe. Dr. Staley has served as Chair of the Investigator’s Workshop Committee and the Research and Training Committee of the American Epilepsy Society, as Chair of the Research Council of the Epilepsy Foundation of America, as co-chair of the inaugural Gordon Conference on Mechanisms of Epilepsy and Neuronal Synchronization, and as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Neuroscience. He is currently the Chief of the section of Pediatric Neurology at Harvard Partners, and the Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Child Neurology and Mental Retardation, Harvard Medical School. For the NeuroNEXT Network, Dr. Staley is a study design lead for the Clinical Coordinating Center. Dr. Staley works specifically with the pediatric studies within the network, and he serves on Protocol Steering Committees for funded studies. He is also actively involved in the training and mentoring of young pediatric neurology investigators. Support Questions \| Privacy Information \| © 2021 The University of Iowa	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1120
__label__wiki	0.823038	0.823038	Home » Budget Industry » Russian Mystery Submarine Likely Deployment Vehicle for New Nuclear Torpedo Russian Mystery Submarine Likely Deployment Vehicle for New Nuclear Torpedo December 4, 2015 1:01 PM • Updated: December 4, 2015 3:04 PM A rendering of the Project 09851 nuclear submarine Khabarovsk used with permission. H I Sutton Image Russia’s plan to create a giant nuclear torpedo capable of wiping out a costal city could be farther along than just graphics on a briefing slide and gives purpose to a mysterious nuclear submarine, currently under construction. Last month the Kremlin leaked its plan to develop the new Status-6 (or Kanyon) strategic weapon under the guise of a state controlled television feed accidentally catching a glimpse of the program overview. The torpedo, according to the leaked details, is designed to “destroy important economic installations of the enemy in coastal areas and cause guaranteed devastating damage to the country’s territory by creating wide areas of radioactive contamination, rendering them unusable for military, economic or other activity for a long time,” according to a translation of the document by the BBC. A rendering of the Status-6 nuclear torpedo used with permission. H I Sutton Image According to the leaked images, the Status-6 maybe as large as 80 feet long and powered by a nuclear reactor to give the torpedo a range of thousands of miles to deploy a warhead of up to 100 megatons. The existence of the weapon also presents the best explanation yet to a mysterious submarine laid done last year in Russia’s Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk. The Project 09851 nuclear submarine Khabarovsk has some similarities its new Borei-class of ballistic missile submarines but shorter and absent any ballistic missiles tubes. Instead, according to study of the imagery by naval analyst H I Sutton, Khabarovsk is being custom built to field up to six of the Status-6 torpedoes. Sutton determined the Khabarovsk design follows on a similar configuration found on the test submarine Sarov launched in 2007 that could also accommodate a torpedo the size of Status-6. A comparison of the Sarov and Khabarovsk submarines used with permission. H I Sutton Image “The leaked graphic strongly hints toward the Khabarovsk having two side-by-side hulls in the bow,” wrote Sutton. “The basic reason behind this arrangement is that the torpedoes have to fire forward, and are carried externally to the occupied pressure hulls.” The configuration would create a first-of-its-kind strategic weapons platform purpose built to sidestep the growing effectiveness of American ballistic missile defense (BMD) systems. Just before the reveal of Status-6 on state television, Russian president Vladimir Putin told military officials the U.S. ballistic missile defense Aegis Ashore installation in Romania and Poland were, “an attempt to undermine the existing parity in strategic nuclear weapons and essentially to upset the whole system of global and regional stability.” While little about the Status-6 or the purpose Khabarovsk can be proved definitively at the moment — the attention the disclosure has generated does benefit the Russian military-industrial complex. A briefing slide of the alleged Status-6 nuclear torpedo captured from Russian television via the BBC “Ship, submarine and weapons exports remain a major source of income for the Russian economy and news of new advanced Russian mystery weapons and submarines, regardless of whether they ever enter production or not, helps enhance their reputation on the international arms market, and also contributes to a growing pride the Russian people feel regarding their defense forces,” Eric Wertheim — naval analyst and author of U.S. Naval Institute’s Combat Fleets of the World — told USNI News on Thursday. Still, the emergence of the weapon has registered official concern from U.S. officials. “We are concerned about [Status-6] as a threat to the United States, but if it turns into a system that is widely put into operational deployment,” Rose Gottemoeller, undersecretary of state for arms control and international security, told the House on Tuesday. “I think it is a troubling system.” Article Keywords: ballistic missile defense, bmd, combat fleets, Khabarovsk, Project 09851, Russia, russian navy, Sarov, Spain, Status-6, Vladimir Putin Categories: Budget Industry, Foreign Forces, News & Analysis, Submarine Forces, U.S. Navy ← Document: SECDEF Carter’s Implementation Guidance to Include Women in All Military Positions Ford Carrier Program Manager Reflects On Strategy To Deliver Modern Combat System →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1125
__label__wiki	0.846155	0.846155	Vanderbilt jazz program honored by ‘DownBeat’ magazine by Joan Brasher Apr. 28, 2020, 10:19 AM Members of the student ensemble Commercial Break during a 2019 recording session at EarUp Records for their eponymous album. Vanderbilt Blair School of Music is among this year’s winners of DownBeat magazine’s 43rd annual Student Music Awards. Blair’s budding jazz program earned top ranking in the category of Best Blues/Pop/Rock Group for Commercial Break, a self-titled debut album written and recorded by an ensemble of Vanderbilt undergraduates. “I am delighted to note this recognition by DownBeat magazine, which reflects the dramatic progress of the jazz program in recent years,” said Mark Wait, Martha Rivers Ingram Dean. “The Blair School is fortunate and proud to have these outstanding students and faculty members.” Jeff Coffin The record was created under the guidance and direction of adjunct jazz instructor and saxophonist Jeff Coffin, who is a member of the Dave Matthews Band and a three-time Grammy Award winner for his work with Bela Fleck & the Flecktones. Coffin produced Commercial Break for his label Ear Up Records. “The musical development that I have seen in the last five years since I began teaching at Vanderbilt has been astronomical,” Coffin said. “These students are practicing and working together and making music at a very high level and I couldn’t be prouder of them. It’s an honor and privilege to get to work with great students who are also great people.” The members of Commercial Break have been playing together for four years. They are: Nicholas Townsend, BMus’19 (keyboards); Emmet Haden, BE’20 (trumpet); Trent Ogaz, BA’19 (tenor and soprano saxophone); Ben Pleasant, BS’19 (guitar); Travis Duck BA’19 (bass); and Noah Luna, BMus’20 (drums). “These students are practicing and working together and making music at a very high level and I couldn’t be prouder of them.” “Recording the album with Jeff Coffin in his home studio was exciting and immersive,” Noah Luna said. “Working outside the classroom environment gave us a chance to dive deep into the music. The fact that we were already close as friends and musicians, and could be a part of every step made it easier for everyone to put more of themselves into the project.” “Creating the Commercial Break album was an incredible experience,” Haden said. “It is not often that you find yourself surrounded by amazing musicians who are all truly motivated to make a creative project happen. I’m so glad we have the album as a way to remember our time making music together.” Jazz courses were first offered at Blair in 2002 under the direction of the late Billy Adair. Ryan Middagh took over as director of the jazz program in 2014, and since then the area has undergone a major curricular revamp and expansion. Last year Blair made its first appearance in DownBeat’s Student Music Awards when the Blair Big Band was named Best Undergraduate Large Jazz Ensemble. Each year the winners are unveiled in the magazine’s June edition. LISTEN TO COMMERCIAL BREAK Blair Faculty Notes Vanderbilt University names new dean of Blair School of Music following international search Meet Lorenzo F. Candelaria, new dean at the Blair School of Music Tweet.@DownBeatMag honors @BlairSchool's #jazz program for @commercialbreaknashville, produced by @JeffCoffinMusic for @earuprecords myVU myVU News publications releases Summer 2020 Vanderbilt Magazine Blair Blair Crescendo 2020 Blair jazz studies program Blair School of Music Jeff Coffin Vanderbilt Trending Stories	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1126
__label__wiki	0.781061	0.781061	Sections of this page Sections of this page Search Skip to Main navigation Skip to Page content Skip to Footer Cortical Interneurons Gene Expression in Circadian Neural Networks Chemical and Functional Genomics Mangrove Adaptation Evolution Algal Genomics and Synthetic Biology Date Palm Evolutionary Genomics Falcon Population and Conservation Genomics Root Cell Type Evolution and Mycorrhizal Symbiosis Center for Genomics and Systems Biology Zaynoun Attieh Postdoctoral Associate Affiliation: NYU Abu Dhabi Education: BA Lebanese University; MA Saint Joseph University - Lebanon; PhD Agreenium - AgroParisTech - France and Saint Joseph University Lebanon za2061@nyu.edu Research Areas: Bioinsecticide; Bacillus thuringiensis; Red palm weevil. Zaynoun Attieh started his scientific venture by pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Biochemistry from the Lebanese University in 2012. Motivated by scientific research, he completed his BS in 2014 with a Master in Structures and Interactions of Macromolecules and Functional Genomics at the Faculty of Sciences at the Saint Joseph University (FS-USJ), Beirut, Lebanon. During his master's, Zaynoun joined the Laboratory of Biodiversity and Functional genomics (Team of Drosophila Genetics and Microbial Virulence) to conduct his graduation project. The study of his academic dossier allowed him to obtain a PhD fellowship from the Lebanese National Council for Scientific Research (CNRS-L) and doctoral mobility grants, belonging to the French Institute programs in Lebanon, in order to perform a Ph. “en cotutelle” between the FS-USJ and AgroParisTech - Agreenium, Paris, France. Passionate about research in genetics, immunology, and microbiology, he chose to do a doctoral thesis combining these disciplines of scientific research by investigating "host-pathogen interactions on the model Drosophila melanogaster - Bacillus cereus ". His PhD degree has been completed in the Drosophila Genetics and Microbial Virulence laboratory (FS-USJ) and the Micalis Institute, Microbial Genetics and Environment team, INRA, France; under the joint supervision of Dr. Laure El Chamy (an Associate Professor at FS-USJ) and Dr. Vincent Sanchis Borja (a Director of Research at INRA/AgroParisTech) and the co-supervision of Pr. Mireille Kallasy (a Professor at FS-USJ). During his thesis, Zaynoun set up a Drosophila infection model by Bacillus thuringiensis that he used to identify bacterial virulence factors, to characterize their virulence strategies in vivo and also to investigate the host immune defense mechanisms. In 2018, he has received a Ph.D. degree in Cell and Molecular Biology from AgroParisTech - Agreenium and in Life Sciences from FS-USJ. Post PhD, he continued his research on the same project to further explore the findings of his thesis. Zaynoun joined Kris Gunsalus at the Center of Genomics and System Biology as a postdoctoral associate and his research focuses on the identification and characterization of Bacillus thuringiensis strains as biological pest control agents against the red palm weevil. Identification and characterization of Bacillus thuringiensis strains as biological pest control agents against the red palm weevil. Covid-19 Diagnosis Project.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1131
__label__cc	0.734372	0.265628	Suspect in Homeless Killings Released from Custody – No Charges Filed by Frank Gormlie on July 11, 2016 · 0 comments in Homelessness, Ocean Beach, San Diego Lt Nisleit of SDPD at 3pm news conference. Screen capture CBS8 In a stunning turnaround, the man police had arrested as the suspect in the killings of 3 homeless men and the attack on a 4th, has been released from custody and has had no charges filed against him. At a 3 pm news conference today – Monday – police explained that they did not feel confident in the evidence they had against Anthony Padgett, the man police had arrested last Thursday, July 7th on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and arson. Lt. Nisleit of the SDPD – clearly uncomfortable – told the media assembled that the police crime lab had worked around the clock over the weekend on the case and that they now have “exculpatory evidence” – evidence in Padgett’s favor, so now police do not feel confident in moving forward against him. Exculpatory evidence is evidence that favors the defendant in a criminal case. Lt. Nisleit said he discussed this with DA Bonnie Dumanis and she agreed with him that this was the right course to take – not file charges and release Padgett. The man in the widely-circulated video “is still our suspect,” Lt Nisleit said. And he admitted that Padget bore a strong resemblance to that person. Police had probable cause to arrest Padgett last week, he said, what with the video resemblance and Padgett’s prior conviction of setting a homeless man on fire. However, there is a higher standard needed to continue and file charges against someone than probable cause. It’s possible, Lt Nisleit said, that police could obtain new evidence tomorrow, or next week that “points the finger back to Padgett.” The investigation continues, law enforcement authorities say. Anyone with information about the attacks is asked to call police at (619) 531-2293 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at (888) 580-8477. CBS8 Older Article: Updates on Major Stories from OB, San Diego, the Nation Newer Article: Anti-Parks Caucus Seeks to Remove Protections for Public Lands	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1132
__label__cc	0.662227	0.337773	meerkat and warthog symbiotic relationship Symbiotic Relationship: The warthog Fun facts about the meerkat . How did the rastafarian culture come to South Africa? We are here to appreciate the awesome majesty and incredibly cool aspects … Mature offspring often stay in the group into which they are born instead of dispersing to breed. How long was Margaret Thatcher Prime Minister? In the first known example of a mutualistic relationship between two mammal species in which neither is a primate, mongooses feast on ticks and other parasites infesting warthogs. A Simba-iotic relationship. Meerkats eat many different types of insets, eggs, vegetable matter, and sometimes small mammals like rodents. They already starting to snuggle up together when its cold. This movie example of symbiosis is different from real life because meerkats and … The black micro pig and fuzzy haired meerkat in Worcestershire became best pals after seeing each other through a chicken wire fence dividing their pens. A. Warthogs don't eat lions. Mutual interdependence in order to survive is the law of nature. Predation is a symbiotic relationship in which two unlike species serve as … Warthogs are often seen transporting oxpecker birds along for the ride. What do you call a cat that is just a cat? D. This relationship creates less food for other lions. Why is this not a symbiotic relationship? A meerkat likes another meerkat. Here are some fascinating examples of symbiotic relationships in … What type of symbiosis is their relationship? "Don't you dare, James! Beauty hurts? What else to see in Uganda: Other animals and scenic highlights, Enhance Your African Safari With Our Curated Add-Ons, East Africa Migration Discoverer – From & to Arusha. Sometimes, completely different species or organisms forge close or interdependent relationships, to the advantage of at least one of the parties involved. associating with another organism, not always to the mutual benefit of either species. symbiosis may have different levels of integration: from the initial level, in which different organisms or species benefit from coexisting to a higher level, where they end up sharing genetic material. The movie example of a meerkat/warthog symbiotic relationship is important in maintaining a stable ecosystem because they share the same food source and are on the same trophic level. In fact, they tend to take a break and lay down. Egyptian Plover birds fearle… Takeaways and spa treatments: the warthog mongoose symbiosis. The Warthog gets a good cleaning while the Mongoose gets a good meal. The grasshopper, harvester ant, topi, termite, warthog, rabbit, wildebeest, gazelle, and impala are herbivores because they only eat grasses or the Acacia tree, which are plants. The warthog is completely docile while the mongooses are dining even though at times either Manny or his friends will thrust their respective noses into a number of different warthog orifices - if you know what I mean. Where in Victoria could you buy Mulberry and Osage orange wood? Mongoose vs Meerkat . What do you call it when a lion, a meerkat and a warthog coexist peacefully? Feb 12, 2014 - Symbiosis is a relationship between two organisms that's beneficial to one (commensal) or both (true symbiote). How long will the footprints on the moon last? The warthog-mongoose encounter is a rare example of mammals exhibiting a symbiotic relationship called mutualism, where two animal species form a partnership with benefits for both groups. These types of alliances are known scientifically as symbiotic relationships, which can be separated into three different types: commensalism, mutualism, and parasitism. Lions have symbiotic relationships with large, hoofed animals, such as zebras, giraffes and hyenas. These animals sometimes eat ticks off warthogs. Do warthogs and meerkats have a symbiotic relationship. What do you call it when a lion, a meerkat and a warthog coexist peacefully? Which type are you? The warthog Pumbaa and his meerkat friend Timon are important characters of Disney's 1994 animated film The Lion King and its franchise. A Meerkat. "Quite often the warthog will then lie down and actually lift its legs, and they'll swarm all over them. Spy in the Wild: Amazing moment meerkat mother gets a helping hand from robot babysitter THIS is the moment a meerkat mother was helped with her young - by a ROBOT send to film them. B. Warthogs are not the lion's only source of energy. When a meerkat senses danger it barks loudly or whistles. 3 – The Warthog and the Mongoose. Although it's not that unlikely for a warthog and a meerkat to form a symbiotic relationship, this photo remains contested by skeptics as being a photoshop job. Real Meerkat and WartHogs:Friends or Foes? Then live a happy life afterward. They have a symbiotic relationship with insects. What should you call a female patterdale? The warthogs get free dry-cleaning and the meerkats get free dining. Mutual interdependence in order to survive is the law of nature. It would make perfect sense then that smaller animals stay as far away as possible from these death traps. In exchange for a tasty meal, the warthog gets a bath. “They’re not meerkats, but these banded mongooses do have a symbiotic relationship with them that they will come over, climb on top of them and eat the ticks off of them,” she said. All living beings in an ecosystem interact with each other in a very unique way; each being different, their co existence is, thus, seen as a relationship. symbiosis may have different levels of integration: from the initial level, in which different organisms or species benefit from coexisting to a higher level, where they end up sharing genetic material. Because the mongoose will go to work grooming the warthog by using his sharp teeth to pick off […] Sometimes when a warthog encounters a mongoose, it will lie down and let the mongoose approach. meerkats natural predators are snakes and birds. Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship between two different animal species whereby only one of them benefits. I am always fascinating by symbiotic relationships and this one is one of the most interesting to me. The Warthog allows the Mongoose to fiddle and pick at the bugs, like ticks and other parasites, under their wiry hair. A Meerkat. Zookeeper Jana Thompson said that while it's unlikely you would ever see a meerkat sitting atop a warthog's head, meerkats are quite social among themselves. Meerkats live in a “mob” or “gang” of between 5 and 30 individuals. Each meerkat has specific duties that benefit the group.. Meerkats are immune to the poison of scorpions and snakes . This is not a symbiotic relationship. In these groups you've got 15 to 20 individuals and they can just cover the warthogs." Warthogs and Mongooses In Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, and interesting relationship between warthogs and mongooses have been observed. The material is 8.5-ounce, 80/20 ring spun cotton/poly with a removable tag for comfort. I don't know for sure, but it's more fun to just pretend it's genuine. Meet two predators from The Secret Life of Predators , the warthog and the mongoose. The mongoose removes insects and dried skin from the warthog’s body and, in exchange, gets an easy meal. These relationships can be held together through cleanliness, protection, transportation, and even finding food. ... symbiotic. (Both meerkats get groomed) Huge warthog getting "spa treatment" from a troop of mongooses in win-win symbiotic relationship called mutualism. How can creditor collect balance due after auction in Texas? 11. C. This is not a long term relationship. On January 12 2015, I set foot in South Africa to gather some research in the field about the common warthog and the meerkat… For understanding the relationship between these two noble species, for all the Disney Timon and Pumba lovers, for the love of science, and for the little girl who inspired me to reach out and go beyond my comfort zone to be where I truly want to be. Whist observing warthogs you may however encounter them with other creatures that can be mistaken for meerkats. Meerkat are food sources to eagles, hawks, snakes, and jackals. Meerkat Jokes. ... quickly once the mongooses have had their fill and the wart- hogs have found relief because although they have a good symbiotic relationship, the little guys know it’s better not to push their luck with a moody hog. Meerkat, (Suricata suricatta), also spelled mierkat, also called suricate, burrowing member of the mongoose family (Herpestidae), found in southwestern Africa, that is unmistakably recognizable in its upright “sentinel” posture as it watches for predators. Meerkats are one of the most cooperative species on the planet. A meerkats roams the James E. Hogle Jr. Meerkat Manor during it's grand opening at Utah's … 3 - 12+ Contents. You might be surprised to learn that microhylid frogs in Peru, India, Sri Lanka and perhaps elsewhere have developed close relationships … A meerkats biome is the desert in Africa. This picture is taken from on the outside of the meerkat exhibit at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Tiny Frogs and Giant Spiders: Best of Friends. The Olive Baboon has a Olive tinge to its coat hence it's name. It is common that people mistakenly refer to these two mammalians as one, but they exhibit some notable differences between them. Mother Son Relationship (7) Rafiki Character (7) Wolf (7) 1990s (6) Antelope (6) Cartoon Meerkat (6) Cartoon Warthog (6) Dancing (6) Death (6) Desert (6) Disney (6) Family Relationships (6) ... Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog retell the story of The Lion King (1994) from their own perspective. In a revealing clip from the PBS version of the BBC Series “Spy in the Wild“, an animatronic warthog captured the wonderfully symbiotic relationship between wild warthogs who lay down for a good cleaning by adorable banded mongooses who in turn, get a good meal.. It was a meer-uncle. Meerkats do not have any symbiotic relationships with other species. Nonetheless, warthogs become regular softies when they happen upon a pack of mongooses. Several geographical factors like the climate, terrain, and also the predator-prey relation have led to the evolution of symbiotic relationships since ages. They have a symbiotic relationship with insects. Many animals have truly bizarre symbiotic relationships. Grades. The type of symbiotic relationship lions have with these animals is known as predation. Credits Media Credits. This website uses cookies in order to provide you with the best possible browsing experience. The simple description of symbiosis is a mutually beneficial relationship involving physical contact between two organisms that are not of the same species. Sep 9, 2012 - Explore Katrina Longo Berge's board "Symbiotic Relationships", followed by 142 people on Pinterest. "The Meerkat and Warthog" from Soulkr Want more options for this design? These types of alliances are known as symbiotic relationships. Each year many meerkats, about half in most cases, are lost to predators (usually martial eagles and jackals). Panda's seem to have a symbiotic relationship with the bacteria in there stomachs. I saw a meerkat save its nephew from an eagle's clutches at the very last second. ... symbiotic. A mosquito serves as the intermediate host for the larval stage of the worm. Lifelong relationships. Which type are you? A symbiotic relationship shown in the Lion King are the Lion and the Zebra, the zebra is the main food source and the lion depends on the zebra to survive. Olive Baboons mainly live on the However there is one incredibly brave species of bird who takes this risk willingly, and astoundingly the Nile crocodile just lets it. Does pumpkin pie need to be refrigerated? Meerkats climbed aboard warthogs to feed on the numerous ticks and parasites they find upon their hides. The data is collected anonymously and is only used for statistical analysis purposes. Yes, for example: Meerkats groom eachother of by picking the ticks of each other.This would be a Mutualism relationship > both benifts. -> and both are tertiary consumers. Symbiosis. Blue Wildebeest are morphologically adapted to feed on short grass. These relationships can be held together through cleanliness, protection, transportation, and even finding food. They have a mutually symbiotic relationship with the birds who pick ticks and other unwanted passengers from the animal’s skin. A lion and a warthog have a predator-prey relationship. The pigs receive a grooming and the birds get an on board meal and the benefit of an early warning in the event of lurking danger. Associations, Chundu Island - Zambezi National Park, Zimbabwe. 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__label__cc	0.733174	0.266826	Murine embryonic stem cell fusion-mediated reprogramming of primary mouse embryonic fibroblasts Dominic J Ambrosi, University of Connecticut Biology, Molecular\|Biology, Genetics\|Biology, Cell We fused J1 129/SvJae puromycin resistant embryonic stem cells (ESCs) with BALB/c ROSA26βgeo primary mouse embryonic fibroblasts (MEFs) in effort to reprogram the somatic-sourced genome present within hybrids. We purposefully used cells that differed in genetic backgrounds to allow for the detection of the chromosomal source of expression in hybrid cells as no other fusion studies had utilized this strategy which would allow us to develop a tractable system of studying reprogramming events initiated by fusion. Polyethylene glycol 1500 was used to combine the membranes of the two cell types and resulted in the establishment of hybrid lines A3, A4, and A7. Hybrids resembled stem cells in morphology and growth characteristics. Hybrid cell lines were characterized by detecting the presence of somatic-sourced ROSA26βgeo in hybrids and by assaying the chromosomal compliments present within hybrid cells. Gene expression profiles of hybrid cell lines were evaluated by reverse-transcriptase PCR and Affymetrix DNA microarrays which resulted in similar but not identical expression patterns of hybrids as compared to ESCs. Hybrid cells shared many properties of ESCs including pluripotentcy as hybrid cells formed embryoid bodies and expressed markers of all three primordeal germ layers. Evidence of somatic reprogramming was collected by RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization which detected four sites of transcription of the stem cell pluripotency factor Oct4 in hybrid cells. Sequencing of expressed single nucleotide polymorphisms between 129 and BALB/c detected bi-allelic expression of chromatin remodeling genes in hybrid cells and together these results indicate that reprogramming of the somatic genome does indeed take place when fused with ESCs.^ Ambrosi, Dominic J, "Murine embryonic stem cell fusion-mediated reprogramming of primary mouse embryonic fibroblasts" (2008). Doctoral Dissertations. AAI3329113.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1140
__label__cc	0.627115	0.372885	School counselors and Latino/a English language learners: Closing the achievement/opportunity gaps to increase college-going rates Amy Lynne Cook, University of Connecticut Education, English as a Second Language\|Education, Guidance and Counseling\|Psychology, Counseling Latino/a students continue to encounter achievement and opportunity gaps, often precluding access to post-secondary institutions (Olivos & Quintana de Valladolid, 2005). Multiple factors have been attributed to achievement and opportunity gaps, including English language difficulties, immigration status, acculturation challenges, racism, and socioeconomic factors (Villalba, Akos, Keeter, & Ames, 2007). In a review of journal coverage across student-service professions, Albers, Hoffman & Lundahl (2009) found a dearth of research conducted on issues regarding English language learners. Given school counselors' integral role in assisting students to achieve academically coupled with the limited research focusing on Latino/a English language learners', this study was conducted to identify school counselor interventions that decrease dropout rates and increase graduation and college-going rates. In doing so, high school level school counselors across the Northeast (n = 198) were asked to identify activities they report implementing on behalf of Latino/a English language learners and whether they help to decrease dropout rates and increase graduation and college-going rates. Additionally, self-reported school counselor characteristics and schools that were reported to have recently received an influx of Latino/a English language learners were examined. The results of this study suggest that it might be helpful for school counselors to: a) collaborate with multiple school and community stakeholders on behalf of Latino/a English language learners; b) address the inadequacy of resources through advocacy and leadership; c) and maintain accurate demographic and academic/achievement data on Latino/a English language learners. ^ Cook, Amy Lynne, "School counselors and Latino/a English language learners: Closing the achievement/opportunity gaps to increase college-going rates" (2010). Doctoral Dissertations. AAI3415540.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1142
__label__wiki	0.775427	0.775427	Odeboyz's Blog A ten-bob note. Concerning. Free, Are you free? The New Older Generation ← Book Review: Mick Herron ~ Spook Street (2017) Medicine in the good old days → British Sporting Hypocrisy: the Zola Budd Incident and Others Posted on February 27, 2020 by odeboyz The Olympic motto ‘Swifter, Higher, Stronger’ is meant to spur the athletes to embrace the Olympic spirit and perform to the best of their abilities. The Olympic Games ideal is athletes competing in a spirit of competitive endeavour. The Berlin Games, 1936, showed this was nonsense. Hitler used the Olympics as a showcase for Naziism. British female athletic performances in the period 1948-80 were mediocre. Amazingly the jingoistic, anti-immigrant Daily Mail sponsored the South African Zola Budd’s naturalisation so she could compete as a British athlete. Zola held unratified world records because of anti-apartheid sanctions. Margaret Thatcher’s Conservative government bowed to the Daily Mail’s pressure and Zola was speedily naturalised. She ran for Britain in the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. The eight Olympic Games prior to 1984 brought a meagre 26 medals for British women. Their performances peaked in Tokyo, 1964, with six medals. Two other Olympics ended with no women’s medals at all. This catastrophic wound to national pride provoked a Daily Mail crusade. The women’s failure in Moscow, when the USA weren’t competing, was too much for the Daily Mail. They demanded Olympic medals. English Test cricket provided inspiration. The MCC brought in players from South Africa. Tony Grieg, 1977, Ian Grieg, 1982, Allan Lamb, 1982, and Chris Smith, 1983, all became Test match players. Tony Grieg and Allan Lamb subsequently became captains of England. Therefore why shouldn’t Zola Budd do the same for women’s athletics? Zola Budd’s immigration ‘credential’ was her British grandfather. This was deemed sufficient by immigration officials. They were under pressure from the Daily Mail and, importantly, Margaret Thatcher. Zola was manipulated by her father who, many believe, was bribed to move his family from South Africa. She was an athletic prodigy. As a South African, her World Record in the 5,000 metres wasn’t ratified because of the international anti-apartheid sporting ban. The Daily Mail believed a gold medal was in the bag after a twenty year wait. It wasn’t to be. In a brutally run 3,000 metres, there were incidents with the American Mary Decker and Zola finished seventh. Only two women have won gold medals at the Olympics since 1984 and both were in ‘full’ Olympics. (The Los Angeles Olympics was boycotted by the Soviet Union and their formidable team were absent.) Even if Zola had won, there would have been question marks about the validity of the success, not by the Daily Mail though. Britain’s lack of gold medal success continued until 2004 when Kelly Holmes won two in the 800 and 1500 metres. She was followed in 2008 by Christine Ohuruogu’s success in the 400 metres. Feelings about British exceptionalism are rampant when other countries bend or pervert the Olympic ethos but our own history doesn’t bear scrutiny. The notion that gold medals can be ‘purchased’ by bribing the father of a teenage prodigy, is hardly in the Olympic ideal. That the Daily Mail was using Test cricket as a model says everything that needs to be said about the racist administrators of the MCC looking for white cricketers. Luckily our bone fide gold medallists twenty years later were British born and competing in truly competitive Olympics. The Zola Budd affair shows the unpleasant side of British nationalism. For British failure n the women’s events in the Olympics https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Olympic_medalists_in_athletics_(women) 1972 and 1974. For the political atmosphere there was a surge in jingoism in this period flowing from the Falklands War, 1982. For foreign born English test match players see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_English_international_cricketers_born_outside_of_England Ultimately there were 18 South Africans so these five were simply the beginning. There have been 743 foreign nationals playing for the England Test team up to 2020. Notice the cluster in the early 80s when the apartheid ban was throttling South African sport. This entry was posted in History, Politics, Sport and tagged apartheid, Daily Mail, MCC racism, South African sport, Sporting nationalism. Bookmark the permalink. When I was a kid Nazi Germany’s Agricultural Sector and Lebensraum Community racism in the USA Sadism at Eton College, 1905 The Last Acrimonious Word Robin King on Tales from William Tyndale Jun… Gordon Brown and the… on A Tale of Two Benefits: Britai… Marcus Rashford and… on Selected Quotes: The Free Scho… odeboyz on The perils of buying Christmas… ospreyuk2001 on The perils of buying Christmas… TV sitcom TV sitcoms	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1145
__label__wiki	0.902078	0.902078	ohnotheydidnt — Oh No They Didn't! Celebrity Gossip With Commentary aethel_reda Torchwood Series 2 - Spoiler Pictures John Barrowman and guest star snog during Torchwood Series 2: ETA: From official site BBC Torchwood, there is this image. doctor who (bbc) adelaidejewel how very... surprising Charity flooded with Calum Best's cologne Saturday, January 5 2008, 15:46 GMT A London charity has been flooded with donations of Calum Best's aftershave from members of the public who received the scent as an unwanted Christmas present. St Mungo's, the capital's largest homelessness charity, has asked for donations of cologne and other toiletries which will be passed on to residents at its hostels. According to the Daily Star, the charity received more bottles of Calum's scent than any other product. "It's a bit embarrassing for poor old Calum," a source told the newspaper. "For so many people to donate their aftershave to charity is humiliating. It's unlikely that his smell will ever sell again." Best is expected to be followed by cameras for his own reality show later this year. nessism Madonna and director husband Guy Ritchie leave Mehrangadh Fort in the western Indian city of Jodhpur on Saturday with two of their kids — daughter Lourdes, 11, and son Rocco, 7. Noticeably missing? 2-year-old son David Banda! Madge has been on vacation in India since New Year’s. “Madonna spent New Year’s Eve with her family at a wilderness camp in the desert,” said Siddarth Singh, whose family owns the nearby Rohetgarh Fort and helped organize the entertainment for the night. The evening included traditional Rajasthani dance and folk music, and even a dancing horse show. I think her kids are going to grow up to be douches. Not sure why. PS. Sometimes I forget Madonna is American. praduh The Jonas Brothers — Kevin, 20, Joe, 18, and Nick, 15 — pose backstage at their Atlantic City, New Jersey concert with supermodel Christie Brinkley, 53, and her kids and their friends. Christie’s 12-year-old son is Jack Paris (far right) and his father is developer Richard Taubman. Her 9-year-old daughter Sailor Lee is standing next to Joe and her father is architect Peter Cook. This picture was taken a little before Joe tripped and hit his forehead on a grate while taping a YouTube video for the group’s video channel. His Hollywood Records rep Lillian Matulic said, “He received a few stitches and is doing great. Their next show is tomorrow night and he will be performing as usual.” Miley Cyrus, aka Hannah Montana, was also spotted backstage sans Faketana. WHAT DO YOU THINK of Miley’s straight, darker do? rabu_ponchi MOAR on Brit's Brit BRITNEY’S new boyfriend ADNAN GHALIB is a "typical Asian Brummie", according to his pals. The 35-year-old, who is separated from his wife, grew up in the Small Heath suburb of Birmingham. He lived with his devout Muslim parents and two sisters, and went to Sheldon Heath Comprehensive School. Then in 1996 he left Britain to pursue his career in the States. Last year he came home for a holiday and told pals he was "having a hoot" taking photos of celebs. And he has literally been living life in the fast lane, with several speeding convictions under his belt. A pal said: "I’ve known him for nearly 20 years and he’s a typical Asian Brummie. He could talk the legs off a donkey." Another added: "Adnan was a charmer and had a real drive to get on in the world. But everyone is gobsmacked he’s with Britney." His parents are retired after selling a clothing business. They were unavailable for comment last night. marisk8 Guess who's the fat baby... colossusx Who lived and who died on last night's Desperate Housewives? promiscuousgirl Artist/Producer BT's Daughter Still Missing "In recent days word of bt's daughter missing has been spread trough forums and myspace. Back then it was considered as a hoax, unfortunately, THIS IS TRUE! Kaia Nui Transeau (3.5 years old) has been taken by her mother and is now missing. Keep on reading for the full letter BT's assistant sent out and lets help Brian Transeau! Lynne's full letter: BT's daugther Kaia Nui Transeau (3,5 years old), has been abducted by her mother Ashley Duff and taken across state lines from Maryland to New York City. We believe that Kaia is in Brooklyn with Ashley, Sarah Riley and possibly others. In the interest of not disclosing private information publicly please contact us with information if you have it, we already have addresses and phone numbers. Kaia was last heard crying to BT on the phone and asking "Daddy please please come get me!!! Mommy is screaming and hit me. I want to come home!" This incident was reported to the police. She was taken from the hotel in Silver Spring, Maryland where Kaia was visiting overnight with her mother at aprox 4 AM and driven to New York City, possibly without a car seat. Kaia has lived solely with her father the entire school year and is most likely extremely upset and confused. It is possible that Ashley may flee to either Atlanta or California. She has been given no consent to travel with Kaia and this was the first visit she's had in several weeks. Thank you for any and all help. We just want Kaia in her home where she belongs with her family at Christmas time. Ashley, we want to help you too and want Kaia to enjoy a happy and healthy relationship with you, her mother. Please if you have any information on Kaia's whereabouts or have seen either Kaia or Ashley, contact us: lynne@binaryacoustics.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it (BT's assistant)." Source & Source trikc I just had to share b/c I thought they were so cute. Here are highschool photos of Andrew, Owen and Luke Wilson from 1985. So cute. Amazing how different they all are. not_kosher Some Never-Before-Posted Pictures Of Mariah! These pictures are from "On The Cover: Mariah Carey Tear-Out Photo Book 1996" published in the UK in 1996. It contains 20 pictures of Mariah with accompanying 19 text pages. We Belong Together - Mariah Carey - The Emancipation Of Mimi Scientologists threatened Kidman: author Scientologists threatened to blackmail Nicole Kidman if she spoke out against the controversial religion after her failed marriage to its most famous follower, Tom Cruise, a new book claims. Author Andrew Morton writes in his unauthorised biography of Cruise that Scientology played a major role in the breakdown of Kidman's marriage to the Hollywood superstar. A former senior Scientologist told Morton how Kidman's lawyer, Bill Beslow, revealed that Kidman "hated" Scientology by the time Cruise decided to leave her in 2000. However, she agreed not to speak out against the religion in case she lost contact with the two children she had adopted with Cruise and details of her sex life with the actor were exposed, the book says. "At this point Nicole hated Scientology but was concerned for the kids," the Scientologist told Morton, according to extracts from the book published in The Mail on Sunday newspaper. "She did not want to ruin her relationship with them. "I told the lawyer if she wants to stay with the children she will have to be quiet and not speak out about Scientology." Morton, who also wrote the groundbreaking biography of Princess Diana, claims that high-ranking Scientologists were concerned that Kidman could be a problem for Cruise because her father was a psychologist and she was a devoted Catholic. In 1999, about nine years after his relationship with Kidman began, Cruise took part in a "potential trouble source/suppressive person" course, which Scientologists use to pinpoint people in a follower's life who could create "problems". "The fear was that a lukewarm Nicole could fatally compromise Tom's commitment to his faith," Morton wrote. The book goes on to say that Cruise has become the de-facto second in charge within the Church of Scientology. Cruise rejects all of the claims made in the book, branding it "a bunch of lies". Scientology lawyers are believed to be preparing to sue publishers St Martin's Press. blueskin PEARL JAM's EDDIE VEDDER Shoots First Solo Video The Pulse of Radio reports that PEARL JAM frontman Eddie Vedder has shot a video for "Guaranteed", according to Billboard.com. The song, which is nominated for both a Grammy and a Golden Globe Award, is from Vedder's collection of solo tunes that served as the soundtrack for the movie "Into the Wild". The clip will premiere on VH1 and VH1.com at 6 a.m. ET on Monday (January 7). It marks Vedder's first solo appearance in a video and features footage of him performing, interspersed with scenes from the film. Vedder's footage was shot in three hours by director Marc Rocco. PEARL JAM has made very few videos in its career, which makes a solo Vedder clip even more of a rarity. The track is up for a Golden Globe for best original song and a Grammy for best song written for a motion picture. "Into the Wild", which opened in theatres last fall, was directed by Sean Penn and based on the true story of a young man who left his family behind to live in the Alaskan wilderness. chung_____chung Patrick Dempsey for Versace (Non Britney news) There's a doctor in the house of Versace. Patrick Dempsey, aka Dr. McDreamy of "Grey's Anatomy," cuts a strikingly modern figure in Versace's spring ad campaign, set to bow in the February editions of select fashion and lifestyle magazines. The campaign was shot by Mario Testino last November in Los Angeles. Dempsey wears a slim, two-button chocolate brown suit; a white button-down (true button-front for Quinn) shirt, and a deep purple tie in several of the images. The background is clean white, save for a few moody shadows. In other photos he sports sleek sunglasses, a bit of scruff and a broken-in leather jacket. "I discovered that Patrick is a man who is not afraid to like or even love fashion," Donatella Versace said. "He's got extremely refined taste." Dempsey is the latest celebrity to pose for chez Versace. Others have included Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and on the women's side, Demi Moore and Madonna, among others. WWD via thefashionspot because I don't have a WWD subscription political debate on the view, kinda boring waiting for it to get good reesefanforever Christina Aguilera out for dinner with husband Jordan on saturday night Songstress Christina Aguilera, 27, and her husband Jordan Bratman, 30, were spotted going out to dinner on Saturday evening. The couple expect their son this coming week. her make-up's caked on but whats new. 7thton The Great Underperforming Movies of 2007 With critics and sofa kings churning out their lists for best and worst films of 2007 like Jonah Hill drawing dicks, let’s take a look at the movies that failed to reach general expectations, whether at the box office, creatively, or both. Some of these films carry repercussions for big stars in 2008 (Lions for Lambs), some seem like odd flukes (Walk Hard), and some underperformed with such dreadful flair they helped usher in a new mega franchise from Peter Jackson and New Line (The Golden Compass, natch!). As Bill Murray might put it, “Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together…mass hysteria!” This is what happens when major films drop, flop and roll. Why: When I walked into the theater with a few friends and a flask in my jacket pocket, two truths hit me: Grindhouse was going to flop super hard, and the Internet had not yet crossed over to being “the new flesh,” to reference Videodrome. There were ten people at a nine o’clock showing, and the audience wasn’t even made up of geeks – replace junkies and sketchy pervs with face-hugging teen couples, old farts and jocks and the turnout was equal to a Shaw Brothers triple-feature in suburbia. Clearly, these people didn’t know what they were about to watch, and I soon realized that, well, neither did I. Shock, horror. Planet Terror didn’t come close to Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez’ 1996 collabo From Dusk Till Dawn in terms of humor, scares, originality or raunch. A scantly clad, one-legged Rose McGowan does not equal Salma Hayek’s fully exposed stripper-vampire fun bags. Before the three trailers started, more than half the crowd had exited with actual boo’s. It says a lot that the directors behind the trailers understood Grindhouse far more than either director. After months and months of QT sweating balls and coke chills over Death Proof and hours spent observing a poster that promised “a white hot juggernaut at 200 mph!” we got teased with a clothed lap dance, a few classy kills, and more vapid chatter from vapid chicks than The Hills. I actually felt sorry for Kurt Russell! You only get one shot with QT, so make sure it’s a biggie (call up and ask Michael Keaton). The entire project was a $70 million cheat, and even worse, the web’s united defenders of Death Proof (U.D.D.P) were informing the majority of bummed QT fans that it was “supposed to be chatty” and “That’s how grindhouse pictures are! It’s genius!” Did they forget all of QT’s “Hard R” and “This film will be what the cool posters promised but never delivered!” rah-rahing beforehand? Even worse was reading Harvey Weinstein’s interview with Nikki Finke (oh, the power of a flop!) where he spouted that his company might separate the two movies and re-release them, which they later did…on DVD. Has the world gone mad? Why: David Fincher and serial killer movies go together like Woody Harrelson and weed, but even with solid actors like Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo and Ironman and arguably its most famous, titular star, Zodiac eked by at the box office with $33 million total. The film’s trailers lacked Se7en-ish scares to hook mainstream audiences (as did the actual film), and most critics didn’t push “four star” and “classic” blurbs until, uh, last week (weak dudes!). One of cinema’s definitive police procedurals, even those of us who were stoked on Zodiac couldn’t recommend it to everyone. A dopey friend of mine compared it to reading a newspaper in a theater, pointed to the beloved Fight Club poster on his wall and frowned. You know the type. And the (false) rumors that Fincher’s desired cut would add yet another hour to the lengthy running time made many fans question (and swoon over) the director’s incurable obsession (and sanity). More commentary over at the SOURCE. Britney's dad pissed at Dr. Phil, lays smack down on family Britney Spears’ dad Jamie Spears has angrily banned the family from any involvement or participation with Dr. Phil’s planned Britney-intervention episode, a source linked to Dr. Phil's camp tells Life & Style. “As soon as Jamie realized Dr. Phil was making public statements about Britney, including assessments of her condition, he got angry. He started making phone calls to everybody in the family, telling them not to cooperate with Dr. Phil. “Jamie was totally incensed that Dr. Phil—who he knows a little, because Lynne is friends with Dr. Phil’s wife—seemed to be using Britney for self-promotion. “Dr. Phil had told Jamie everything would be off the record until the show was done. “But after Jamie made his phone calls, Lynne and Bryan [their son] agreed not to appear on Dr. Phil’s show.” Who here thinks Lynne Spears needs a healthy dose of shut the hell up when it comes to her daughters? stepliana Dexter to air on CBS CBS is bringing cable's favorite serial killer to broadcast TV. Starting Feb. 17, the first season of Showtime's Dexter will air Sundays at 10 on the Eye network. Dexter will become the first pay cable show ever to get a full-season broadcast run on CBS, as the network's supply of scripted programs is being depleted by the WGA strike. Dexter stars Emmy-nominated Michael C. Hall as a Miami police forensics expert with an uncontrollable urge to kill. The series recently delivered a series-high 1.4 million viewers with its second season finale on the CBS-owned Showtime, which is available in 15 million homes. CBS will edit the 12 episodes of the first season to meet broadcast television content standards. So, Deb is going to become a mute, basically. i_heart_gossip Suri Cruise conceived using sperm of dead Scientologist Bizarre claims about Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ 20-month-old daughter Suri Cruise has been published in a new unauthorized biography about the Scientologist. Andrew Morton claims that Suri was conceived using the sperm of dead Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. He later compared Holmes’ situation to the horror flick Rosemary’s Baby, in which a woman is impregnated by Satan. Cruise’ lawyer Bert Fields said the idea that Hubbard is Suri’s father is “sick and bizarre.” Morton’s new book also throws accusations at Scientologist groups about Cruise’s ex-wife Nicole Kidman. He claims she was blackmailed after their marriage ended in 2000. Morton alleges Scientologist feared Kidman may be a threat to Cruise so they threatened to release intimate details about the couple’s sex life if she publicly slammed their religion. Bottom line? Fields calls the claims a “pack of lies.” “It’s a boring, poorly researched book by a man who never talked to anyone involved in Tom Cruise’s life or anyone close to him.” nauseated gummydino i-D February 2008: Gemma Ward & Lily Donaldson by Emma Summerton fashion, magazine covers and articles, models queenofgrey feeling charitable?! What's going on, everybody? As we mentioned in the audio blog, we're moving out of the band's house, and we have found plenty of gems in the process. But since all of us are moving, we started to throw out some things that we realized you might like! At shows, we ALWAYS get questions like, "Where can I get those shoes?" or "Can I buy that amazing shirt from you?" And the answer is YES! We are selling some really cool things: Soul Glow's stage shoes, the costumes from the Grandma Got Ran Over video, some of Chap Stique's old sunglasses, CD's, etc. The proceeds from the Grandma costumes will be donated to The Onelove (please check out www.theonelove.org, it's a nonprofit organization started by our friend, and it helps out a lot of charities like Invisible Children)! We've put 2 different sales on eBay, and you can check them out by going to eBay and searching: 1. type in "FF5": or, paste this link in your browser and hit "view seller's other items" http://cgi.ebay.com/AUTHENTIC-Grandma-Costume-Family-Force-5-Video-FF5_W0QQitemZ180203158231QQihZ008QQcategoryZ70976QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem 2. type in "Soul Glow Activatur": or, paste this link in your browser and hit "view seller's other items" http://cgi.ebay.com/Soul-Glow-Activaturs-GOLD-stage-shoes-sz-9-Steve-Madde_W0QQitemZ170183643970QQihZ007QQcategoryZ63850QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem These are pretty incredible and unique items. Thanks so much for checking it out, and have an amazing day! We're all very excited about the Heart Support Tour! source: 1 & 2 Those close to B. Spears trying to hospitalize her Sources tell TMZ the "responsible" people in Britney's life are trying to convince her to voluntarily enter a mental hospital. We're told there's now a consensus -- she'll never get custody of her kids unless she undergoes intensive, in-patient treatment for what appears to be a severe bipolar disorder. But we're told Spears is resisting and does not want to enter a hospital. And sources say that since her release from Cedars, Brit has "pulled it together, at least on the surface." She is coherent and engaged, but will not voluntarily enter a mental facility -- at least for now. oneinamillian More on Lindsay Lohan's extra curricular sextivities They say "a gentleman never tells," But do you really think that Lindsay Lohan is sleeping with gentlemen? That's right, another of Lindsay's conquests has come forward, and given up all the details of what it's like to spend the night with La Lohan. This time it's Alessandro diNunzio, one of Lindsay's three Italian escapades, and he gave (or sold, more likely) his story to News of the World. Here are the highlights (including quite a lot of detail on what it's like to see Lindsay Lohan naked!): CLASSY! no golden globes?? NBC set to pull the plug on Globes telecast? Source says network likely to make announcement this week NEW YORK - The Hollywood Foreign Press Association and NBC engaged in 11th-hour sessions Sunday to try to save the boycott-stricken Golden Globes, but the network apparently is poised to pull the telecast as a result of the Hollywood writers strike. A source close to NBC told msnbc.com that the network has already made its decision to pull the Golden Globes telecast, and to expect an announcement confirming the telecast cancellation on Tuesday or Wednesday. “NBC feels that it’s better to have an awards show with no one watching than have a show where no one shows up,” the source told msnbc.com. “They decided this over the weekend, despite saying that they’re still negotiating. Now, what hasn’t been decided is what they’re going to do with all that airtime, and that’s why they haven’t made an announcement yet.” The HFPA, whose 100-odd members organize the ceremony, is pushing NBC to pull the plug on the broadcast because that will prompt the Writers Guild of America to lift its pickets and enable stars to attend the January 13 event. On Friday, the Screen Actors Guild said its members would not cross picket lines to attend. NBC and its chief Jeff Zucker had through the weekend maintained that it will broadcast the event. But one person with knowledge of the situation described NBC as trying to find ”a middle ground,” potentially including a scaled-back event or a postponement. As of late Sunday, NBC was said to be close to yielding to the HFPA’s request for the Globes to be taken off the air. Were a postponement agreed upon, the Globes would likely have to occur before Oscar nominations are announced on January 22, which buy only a week or two, a very small amount of time for an interim agreement or larger strike resolution to take place. The Beverly Hilton may also not be available for the following Sunday, January 20. It’s unclear how much contractual wiggle room NBC would have if it sought a postponement that the HFPA didn’t want. As of Sunday night, Dick Clark Productions, which produces and co-owns the Globes, was readying for preproduction in the way it would for any awards broadcast that’s one week away. It’s unclear what its involvement would be if the Globes were to go on without a telecast. The weekend conferrals between the HFPA and NBC come after a Friday in which the guilds essentially shut the door on star attendance for an NBC-aired show. With NBC continuing to say it will broadcast the event, SAG said that conversations with members had resulted in the collective decision not to cross the picket line. “After considerable outreach to Golden Globe actor nominees and their representatives over the past several weeks, there appears to be unanimous agreement that these actors will not cross WGA picket lines to appear on the Golden Globe Awards as acceptors or presenters,” SAG president Alan Rosenberg said. Also on Friday, a number of prominent talent-publicity firms, including BWR, 42 West and Stanley Rosenfield, announced that their clients would be no-shows. “After much discussion by our clients, we have concluded unanimously that the actors we represent will not cross the picket line out of respect for the WGA membership. Our clients are extremely grateful to the Hollywood Foreign Press and would love the opportunity to be recognized for their work but will only do so in the event that NBC and Dick Clark Productions reach an interim agreement with the WGA for the Golden Globes,” the group said. Meanwhile, Dick Clark Productions, which has said that it has offered terms to the WGA similar to those that Worldwide Pants negotiated, also jumped into the fray. It released a statement saying that it “has reached out to the WGA on numerous occasions, from the very beginning of the WGA strike, and offered to enter into an interim agreement similar to the agreement reached by Worldwide Pants” and was “disappointed that the WGA has refused to bargain with us in good faith.” It also noted that it was not a member of the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television and Producers, the studios’ bargaining ram. i'm totally all for the writers in this situation, but this makes me sad. i love the golden globes :( frankthesheep Has she had work done?/Not a "black people" post. A teenage Charlize models in South Africa the comments aren't mine . . . also, is the poster Tim Reid the real Tim Reid? Down wit tha swirl??? Amy Wino's jailed husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, is not happy that Wino fled to the Caribbean with her ex-boyfriend. Wino spent her holiday with George Roberts (above, but it's an old pic) and Blake wants an explanation. A source told the Daily Mail, "He is furious she was with George while he was locked up. She has lapped up the sun while he's been on his own feeling miserable. He doesn't like her friendship with George as it is. Being in jail, he feels more and more detached from Amy. He also wants an explanation, but he's desperate not to lose her." During Amy's last visit with Blake she told him she wanted a baby. Crack baby! She feels that a baby will bring them together and help them focus on something positive. Looks like a baby wasn't on her mind while she was on holiday. Sources say that she loved spending time with George and he helped her get her mind off of her troubles. Yeah, I'm sure he did. A source said, "The truth is Amy and George have been having a blast. They used to date and had a very passionate love affair. They are still very close, Amy wouldn't have invited him otherwise." Blake's going to flip the hell out when Wino pops out a black baby. Classic. it was only a matter of time before she went ~back to black~ ;) /lame lol Now That She's Legal chumpthreads New Knight Rider promo: From the comments section: KITT was a Trans Am or Firebird, not a wimpy Ford Mustang. Source: Youtube / The Knight Rider channel. Britney Beware! Adnan Is Setting You Up! X17 sources have confirmed that the photo agency that works with Adnan Ghalib, the photographer who has befriended Britney, is actively pitching the story of Adnan's relationship with Brit and pictures of the two of them together to the British tabloids and they're asking for a whopping $5 million!!! According to our source, Adnan's agency, Finalpixx, has pitched photos of Brit with the pap during their brief trip to Palm Springs on January 2. The pair reportedly checked in to the Parker Hotel around 2 am and checked out five hours later. Apparently their offering is weak -- just the pap and the pop princess sitting on a couch with her hand on his knee. So far none of the British tabs has been willing to pony up the hefty seven figures Adnan's agency is asking. Is Britney aware of what's going on? Maybe she's giving her favorite photog a little gift? If not, WATCH OUT, BRITNEY!!! MODS can you approve the post? I didn't take the picture from X17. angi_is_altered Pierce Brosnan on food and environmental issues click on pic to read article source: my Feb 08 issue of bon appetit magazine Star Jones & People Magazine Editor Speak Out on Britney Two days after Britney Spears was removed from her home strapped to a gurney after a standoff with police in which she allegedly used her two young sons as hostages, she was sipping a mimosa and laughing hysterically in Palm Desert with her new boyfriend — a 35-year-old paparazzo. It’s all evidence, her family is saying, that the troubled pop star has serious mental disorders. In the notoriously fractious Spears family, “People” magazine managing editor Peter Castro told TODAY’s Hoda Kotb on Monday, there is just one thing most observers can agree on. “The only thing that’s unanimous in this whole thing is that everyone is in agreement that Britney leaving the hospital so soon was an absolute, colossal mistake and very destructive on her part,” Castro said. He added that family and friends believe she is mentally ill. “Sources very close to the family told ‘People’ magazine over the weekend that they believe that Britney has been suffering from bipolar disorder for a very long time, also postpartum depression,” he said. “That may explain this behavior.” Spears lost total custody of her children after her Friday meltdown. They are now staying with their father, Spears’ former husband Kevin Federline, who last year had won primary custody of the boys. Earlier on Monday, former prosecutor Star Jones, who has her own show on TruTV, had told TODAY co-host Matt Lauer that Spears could be facing serious legal problems. She had been ordered in September to take parenting classes and avoid drugs and alcohol when with her children and apparently has not obeyed those orders. “Child endangerment is a possibility,” Jones said. “Britney may be looking at a contempt of court situation. She has a court order since Sept. 17 of what she’s supposed to do. She has violated that order time and time again.” But more important, Jones said, is the star’s mental health. “The first thing is, there needs to be some sort of evaluation mentally on where she stands,” Jones said, adding that Spears’ family could petition a court to have her involuntarily committed to a psychiatric facility for evaluation and treatment. On Sunday, TV psychologist Dr. Phil, who is said to be admired by Spears’ father, Jamie, paid a surprise visit to Spears in Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she was being kept for evaluation, supposedly for 72 hours. “According to our sources, Dr. Phil is revered by Jamie Spears, the father, and he asked Dr. Phil to come there as this sort of messianic figure,” Castro told Kotb. “The only problem is Britney didn’t agree with that. As Dr. Phil was talking to her, she was packing and she was out of there.” Castro said Spears has just one person left in her corner, and he wasn’t impressed that it is Adnan Ghalib, 35, a paparazzo who works for Finalpixx. According to People’s Web site, the two have recently spent time in Los Angeles area motels and on Sunday, after she walked out of the hospital before her 72-hour commitment was up, they went to the Daily Grill in Palm Desert around 10 a.m. The magazine quoted a Grill employee as saying she ordered a champagne mimosa cocktail. “No one can believe she hooked up with this guy,” Castro said. “People believe he’s going to sell his story, the story of ‘My Love of Britney,’ for millions of dollars.” Castro said that Spears has been an eruption waiting to happen as her personal life has continued to spiral out of control. The slide seemed to have accelerated when she lost custody of her children. “Apparently, Britney was a ticking time bomb,” Castro said. “She was sort of giving these airs that she was OK with this whole custody thing — being very cool about it, going out and about — but, in fact, she snapped. Our sources tell us that on the day they came over to take the kids away, she banged her head against the wall and went completely mental and finally just had it.” Jones said she needs real help, not grand gestures by celebrities. “Somebody’s got to step in, and it can’t be a television psychologist,” she said in a barely veiled shot at Dr. Phil. “It has to be somebody who’s going to take care of her.” http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/22538726/ star jones onceuponasurf miley is a playa Miley Cyrus is going to start filming the Hannah Montana movie in April. One problem, she will most likely be shooting in Tennessee far away from boyfriend Nick Jonas! Miley told Twist magazine: "I like to do cute things. I went to Nick's house as a surprise once and I left a card on his door that said, 'Take two steps forwards. Take two steps to the side. Turn around 10 times.' And when he turned around. I was there!" Miley said she will miss Nick while she is away filming. For now, she and Nick still have a few months to be close in California together. Nick is currently working the first season of J.O.N.A.S. and he promises to leave plenty of time open for Miley: "When we're at home in California, we like to ride bikes around the neighborhood or get Pinkberry." Nick's favorite topping is Fruity Pebbles! As for the future, Nick plans on staying close with Miley no matter where their careers take them: "We have one of those things where it's always just kind of there." Source wickedyouth Cruise’s camp bashes Morton, unauthorized bio Representatives for Tom Cruise wasted no time in speaking out against Andrew Morton’s new book “Tom Cruise: An Unauthorized Biography,” saying that even though Cruise has been “a top star for 25 years, (Morton) never spoke to Cruise’s business partners, directors, studio executives, friends or family, and the list can go on.” Morton, who has also written a number of dubiously sourced biographies and entered the public eye with his biography of Princess Diana, has been threatened with lawsuits from the Cruise camp at virtually every step of the publishing process. Morton goes so far as to claim that he’s been forced to vacate his home out of fear of retribution, but sources close to both Morton and Cruise claim the author knows he can’t back up many of the book’s claims. Among the claims in the book is that Cruise is the de facto No. 2 leader of the Church of Scientology. “The guy is a liar,” says one source who is very familiar with Morton’s writing process. “It’s shocking what little legitimacy any of his work has.” Indeed, even publishers in England — a country with very liberal libel standards — are wary of their countryman’s claim, and will not publish the book in England. Moreover, in 2005, Morton lost a libel case in Africa, and was made to pay Kenya's Chief of Justice 45,000 pounds for a statement Morton made in his biography of former Kenyan President Daniel Arap Moi. One of the more troubling aspects of the tome, according to insiders, is that this time around Morton involves Cruise’s children. “Anybody who would stoop as low as to insult Tom’s children deserves to be called out on the lies. He says that Suri was ‘conceived like Rosemary’s Baby,’ which is like calling her the devil. That’s outrageous and insulting,” says one source. A variety of other issues in the book involve clear inconsistencies or falsehoods, according to Cruise's camp: -In one instance Morton refers to Dustin Hoffman as Cruise’s best man in his wedding to Nicole Kidman then later claims that Cruise’s close friend (and noted Scientologist) David Miscavige was his best man. -Morton resurrects the rumor that Scientologists “planted a meadow of flowers for Tom and Nicole to run through.” For years, scores of Scientologist sources and non-Scientologist sources claim that the “meadow” existed long before Tom and Nicole’s union. -Morton claims that Miscavige accompanied Cruise and Holmes on their honeymoon. Not only was Miscavige spotted in London by a number of people at the same time he should have been with Cruise, but a source claimed to be on a plane leaving Italy after the wedding with Miscavige. At best, Morton’s book is a best-of collection of Cruise rumors, most of which (if not all) have been refuted time and again. At worst, the book appears to be a personal attack on Cruise and his family. “He’s got an agenda, this is what Andrew Morton does. It’s just outrageous that he gets away with it.” coloursofsouls Incognegro~ I guess since Britney has been M.I.A. the papz have to resort to the Dlist. Here are semi recent pics of Corbin and His dad Coming from the Vancouver Airport after wrapping up his new film Freestyle Britney Spears-Piece of me andie483 Top 20 TV's Guilty Pleasures...according to AOL TV Some Non-Britney, Lindsay, etc. related fun. TV's Top 20 Guilty Pleasure Shows ...agree/disagree? Anything missed? Source: AOL TV dandyinmypants election '08 ~shockers~* Mike Huckabee has Chuck Norris. John McCain has Wilford Brimley. So who does Dennis Kucinich have at bat for him (aside from his devastatingly good looking wife)? millivanillihot any true romance fans? Patricia Arquette @ the NBC Experience Store - 1/7 Musical acts on TV this week Pop Acts On TV This Week Monday, January 07 2008 @ 03:34:20 CST Pop acts on television this week include: Joshua Radin, who performs on 'Last Call with Carson Daly' on Tuesday. 'American Idol' alum Jessica Sierra, who visits 'The Tyra Banks Show' on Wednesday along with others on 'Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew' to talk about her struggle with drugs, including her mom's own addiction, and her controversial sex tape. Former 98 Degrees member Drew Lachey, who visits 'The Sauce' on Thursday and 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Friday. And there are reports Britney Spears father Jamie and others could tape a show on 'Dr. Phil' about the troubled singer on Monday to air later in the week. Rock Acts On TV This Week Rock acts on television this week include: Dropkick Murphys, who perform on 'The Late Show with David Letterman' on Monday and Friday. MGMT, who perform on 'The Late Show' on Tuesday. Morrissey, who performs on 'Last Call with Carson Daly' on Monday. Velvet Revolver, who perform on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' on Monday. OneRepublic, who perform on 'Last Call' on Wednesday. Shifty Shellshock of Crazy Town, who visits 'The Tyra Banks Show' on Wednesday along with other 'Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew' participants to discuss what it was like watching himself do crack on camera and how staying sober is an everyday struggle. R&B Acts On TV This Week R&B acts on television this week include: John Legend, who visits 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' on Wednesday. Ayo, who performs on 'The Late Show with David Letterman' on Thursday. Mary J. Blige, who visits 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' on Thursday. Rap Acts On TV This Week Rap acts on television this week include: V-I-P Party Boys, who visit 'The Tyra Banks Show' on Wednesday to discuss how sex and drugs get tangled with fame. One of the group's members may have taken his drug use too far and the other two confront him with an intervention on stage. Ice Cube, who visits 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Wednesday and 'Total Request Live' on Thursday to promote his new film 'First Sunday'. Fat Joe, who gives a first look at his new video on 'TRL' on Wednesday. Lupe Fiasco, who visits 'Tavis Smiley' on Wednesday. Chingy, who performs on 'Last Call with Carson Daly' on Thursday. annaed884 Britney show cancelled. Dr. Phil McGraw has pulled his planned show dedicated to Britney Spears, he announced on his Web site Monday. "As was widely reported this weekend, at the request of concerned family members, I visited Britney Spears in the hospital. The details of that visit will, of course, remain private," he said in a message online. "We had planned to tape a Dr. Phil Now show today, focusing not on the tabloid side of Britney’s latest problems, but instead on the very serious issues surrounding this case. Clearly, it is not just Britney's family struggling to find a way to protect adult children who cannot be ordered or compelled to seek help. "Because the Spears situation is too intense at this time, and out of consideration to the family, I have made the decision not to move forward with the taping at this particular time." "Britney and her family are in our prayers, and we ask that they be in yours." You know it's because everyone criticized him. touchmyhinder I Love New York 3?? January 07, 2008. You knew it couldn't last. One of MediaTakeOut.com's most trusted VH1 insiders is claiming that New York and Tailor Made have officially ended their relationship. MediaTakeOut.com has EXCLUSIVELY learned that Tiffany "New York" Patterson is asking VH1 to grant her another season of her hit show I Love New York. New York is claiming that her relationship with Tailor Made ended shortly after the reunion show was taped and that she wants another season of I Love New York so that she could find the man of her dreams. But there's more. Our VH1 insider claims that it wasn't New York that broke up with Tailor, but the other way around. The insider tells MediaTakeOut.com, "Tailor Made [is saying that] the overbearing differences between them have become too much." The two have reportedly been living at separate residences for the past two weeks. Source:http://www.mediatakeout.com/20803/new_york_tailor_made_dumped_me_-_so_i_need_another_season_of_i_love_new_york.html I personally don't believe it- I heard there were pictures of them taken last night out somewhere.. anyone know for sure?? disco_balla Just make sure you bring your barf bag. Sherri Shepherd and Star Jones-Reynolds are set to share the stage – all in the name of vagina. The BV Newswire has learned that the former co-host of 'The View' and her replacement have both been announced as cast members of a black-centric version of 'The Vagina Monologues,' which is scheduled to hit three cities starting next month. Los Angeles based production company YYP & Associates, LLC is presenting the production of Eve Ensler's award winning play, which garnered raves during its long-running Off Broadway turn. Rumer Central: Join the Party! Rumer Willis looks a little out of it as she leaves Hollywood’s Central nightclub in the early hours of the morning on Saturday/Sunday. Rumer, 19, was later seen walking through a garage and getting behind the wheel of her car. sofiascarlett Look what else has got smaller Before and after ... star's face looks different after her Xmas breast reduction surgery I HOPE JORDAN nose what's she's doing. The beauty's cosmetic surgeon was perhaps a little busier than we anticipated in Beverley Hills before Christmas. As well as having a well publicised breast reduction, Jordan, real name Kate Price, seems to have downsized her conk. In the contrasting pictures above, it certainly looks like she's had some straightening done. Though, as yet, it's unclear whether her new nose was part of hubby's PETER ANDRE'S Christmas present, along with her new boobs. href="http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/bizarre/article659007.ece">source</a> So I guess that´s why she blamed her prolonged stay on a "chestinfection". Lol. Who is this adorable child? hotness in hawaii i'm flying to maui. now. owen wilson & woody harrelson in maui (and woody's wife) imbroglio Dr. Phil records intreview with Entertainment Tonight for Britney - airs tonight Britney Spears: “Turn to the People That Love You” - Dr. Phil TV shrink Dr. Phil McGraw has recorded an interview with Entertainment Tonight, due to air this evening. On his recent visit with recently hospitalized Britney - McGraw, 57, said: “I want to make it very clear that I went to see Britney at the request of her family. That was private and it will stay private. I’ve been working with this [Spears] family behind the scenes for a long time, longer than you can imagine. We decided to pay her a visit in the hospital. Getting into Cedars-Sinai is like getting into Fort Knox. I was met at the elevator by a family member then we all left at the same time, because she had been discharged.” On tabloid criticism surrounding his association with the Toxic singer, he said: “They are waiting for her next melt down. They want to criticize me for trying to help her? Get real. She needs less publicity, not more!” His message to Britney: “You can make this okay. Your family loves you. You may not always agree with what they say, with what they do but they’ve loved you when you weren’t lovable, he said. “Turn to the people that love you and listen. You have two children and you are the one in this world to protect them. There is no sacrifice that Lynne won’t make for you and there is no sacrifice that your father won’t make. They are the people that want nothing from you, and everything for you.” Britney got a visit from McGraw - who shot to fame following appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show in 1995, shortly before she was released Saturday. He told CBS’ The Early Show this morning that Lynne Spears initially called him to intervene. Amidst the growing negative publicity, McGraw has now cancelled his Britney special and vowed to keep the details of their conversation private. “As was widely reported this weekend, at the request of concerned family members, I visited Britney Spears in the hospital,” his statement said. “The details of that visit will, of course, remain private. “We had planned to tape a Dr. Phil Now show today, focusing not on the tabloid side of Britney’s latest problems, but instead on the very serious issues surrounding this case. “Clearly, it is not just Britney’s family struggling to find a way to protect adult children who cannot be ordered or compelled to seek help.” The statement continued: “Because the Spears situation is too intense at this time, and out of consideration to the family, I have made the decision not to move forward with the taping at this particular time. “Britney and her family are in our prayers, and we ask that they be in yours.” sanrioboy Heath Ledger on 'Doctor Parnassus' set Heath Ledger takes stripes to the extreme as he reviews his lines for the the new Terry Gilliam fantasy adventure The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus on Sunday in London. The 28-year-old actor was seen wearing black-and-red-striped fingerless gloves as well as orange-black-gray-and-white socks over his jeans. Top that off with an oversized purple beanie and purple shoes with orange laces… and you’ve got one striped-crazed Heath Ledger! Model Lily Cole and 2′8″ costar Verne Troyer were also spotted on set. crazyfirecrotch Posh & Becks paint the town neon thishollywood Mariah Carey is a bitch When Inside Hollywood asked Mariah Carey about doing a duet with Jennifer Lopez, she had this to say: "I'd rather be on stage with a pig — a duet with Jennifer Lopez and me just ain't going to happen." Meow! Put an apple in J-Lo's mouth because she is done! I can't say I blame Mariah because she would sound great a-capella while I would be afraid to hear what would come out of J-Lo's mouth if she tried. itsafacade RiRi post =) Rihanna was spotted shopping this weekend at Barney’s and Fred Segal in Beverly Hills. Those pink shoes have her name written all over them. The woman next to her is dying to look that good while trying on shoes. ia. those shoes were made for RiRi. GEAUX TIGERS!!!!!! feel free to rep your team =) This week's new CD and DVD Releases The following CDs and DVds are being officially released tomorrow(Jan. 8th) Aly & AJ "Insomniatic: CD/DVD Deluxe Edition Artful Dodger "Honor Among Thieves" Avenger Of Blood "Death Brigade" Fight "War of Words: Demos" The All-New Superfriends Hour: Season One, Vol. 1 Foo Fighters- Exhausted kittycamal Emma Watson vs. Bonnie Wright They've both looked like hot messes in the past. But once in a while, they can look kinda good. {preview} Jennifer Aniston is desperate Actress Jennifer Aniston is supposedly so desperate to become a mother that she is secretly auditioning a selection of attractive male acquaintances for the role of “sperm donor.” A source close to the actress said: “With her biological clock now ticking urgently, Jen’s weighing up the relative qualities of all her make friends to soon make the decision which of them is her best bet as a sperm donor. “Looks, intelligence and personality are all in the equation because she wants beautiful, bright children to make her life complete. Once she’s reached a decision, she’ll pop the question to a surprised bachelor, explaining she doesn’t want marriage - just babies!” Potential candidates supposedly include current lover Lewis and ex-boyfriends British model Paul Sculfor and Vince Vaughn. “While Jen may have soured on marriage after her divorce from Brad Pitt, she’s still desperate to start a family. She has a beautiful mansion complete with nursery all fitted out, millions in the bank and a select band of eligible guys, one of whom she’ll soon pick to be a daddy.” movielooney Javier Bardem starts collecting awards Javier Bardem (who is not Jeffrey Dean Morgan) picks up the award for Best Supporting Actor for the Cohen brothers’ No Country For Old Men at the 2007 New York Film Critic’s Circle Awards at NYC’s Spotlight on Sunday. teambritspears The next celebrity to get a DUI? Pop star and "good girl" Hilary Duff parties with one of the Kardashian sisters at an LA nightclub chemical_0 Anthony Bourdain Speaks His Mind with No Reservations by Joseph Hudak Tonight, the always-candid chef-writer Anthony Bourdain begins his fourth season of redefining and re-energizing the staid travelogue genre with his sharp and often hysterical series Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (10 pm/ET, Travel). First up: A culinary tour of Singapore. Bourdain served up his take on the upcoming season and today's celebrity chefs. TVGuide.com: So did you have a Singapore Sling or two? Anthony Bourdain: No, absolutely not. Nobody in Singapore drinks Singapore Slings. It's one of the first things you find out there. What you do in Singapore is eat. It's a really food-crazy culture, where all of this great food is available in a kind of hawker-stand environment. TVGuide.com: Where else do you travel this season? Bourdain: New Orleans. Berlin. Romania/Transylvania. And Jamaica. The Jamaica show has easily the single scariest, most terrifying scene we've ever done. We went caving, or spelunking, at this guano-slicked cavern in the middle of the jungle. It was mind-blowingly frightening. TVGuide.com: Your uncensored, blunt voice-overs often leave us wondering, "Did he really just say that?" How much grief do you get from the suits at Travel about your narration? Bourdain: I have to say they've been really good. They've let stuff sail through that I was frankly surprised by. I'm on TV on the strength of a fairly obnoxious, overtestosteroned, salty book [2000's Kitchen Confidential]. So nobody expected me to morph into Tyler Florence overnight. They had a pretty good idea what was coming. TVGuide.com: The last time we interviewed you, you said the three things you don't travel without are Imodium, your iPod and your cigarettes. Has that changed? Bourdain: Yeah, I quit smoking about four and a half months ago. I'm a daddy now. I have an 8-month-old daughter and I can't smoke around her in my apartment. I live on a high floor and I had to go 11 floors down every time I wanted a cigarette. It just became harder to smoke than to quit. TVGuide.com: Do you worry about your cholesterol? Bourdain: Funny you mention that, because I was just together with a whole lot of chefs. And one of them joked that back in the day, we'd all get together and talk about the job or girls or cars or whatever. Now all we talk about is, "How's your cholesterol level?" [Laughs] Every chef I know, their cholesterol is through the roof. And mine's not so great. TVGuide.com: You've been at odds with the idea of the celebrity chef — lately Rachael Ray. Bourdain: I'm exhausted by the certain knowledge that no matter what I do or say, she's just going to get bigger and more popular and more influential. It's railing against the tide — or the surf at this point! [Laughs] I can only hope that when she rules the world, she allows me to live. Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson Back In LA Cute couple, Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson made their return from a holiday trip to sunny Miami, Florida on Saturday (January 5). Spotted at Los Angeles International Airport, the couple are coming off of hosting duties for a happening New Years Eve party at Shore Club. While celebrating the change from 2007 to 2008, rumors of an engagement between the musical duo were sparked after Ashlee was spotted with a ring on her left finger. But both sides have since denied the claims, with a Simpson rep simply stating: “Ashlee is not engaged.” Nonetheless, the two have been together since late 2006, making it much further than most ever expected. saltyj Comedian Mark Malkoff lives in IKEA for one week. PARAMUS, N.J. - When Mark Malkoff thought about where he could stay while his New York City apartment was being fumigated for cockroaches, he quickly ruled out friends' places (too small) and hotels (too expensive). Instead, the comedian and filmmaker decided to move into an Ikea store in suburban New Jersey, where on Monday he unloaded two suitcases of personal belongings into a spacious bedroom set at the Paramus store. At night when the store is closed, he says he'll play laser tag with security guards and even plans to host a housewarming party. "The fact that Ikea is letting me do this is mind-boggling," said Malkoff, lounging on a bed in his new room. "There's no way I'm going back. I love this way too much." Malkoff, who works for Comedy Central's "Colbert Report with Stephen Colbert" as a ticket handler, is allowed to stay until Ikea closes at about midnight on Saturday; the store, famous for its low-cost do-it-yourself furniture, is closed on Sundays. EDIT: Source: http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newjersey/ny-bc-nj--livinginikea0107jan07,0,7823097.story ex_mdernday Bar Refaeli, a.k.a. Leonardo Dicaprio's boo, being gorgeous in the Feb 2008 issue of Arena jahunka3 The 'bitch' is back She's not a bitch, but she plays one on TV. Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth -- known simply as Omarosa -- is actually quite pleasant, considering how many tempers she's sent flaring throughout her reality TV career. "I enjoy reality TV," says Omarosa, 33, whose faux-bitchy 'tude has graced over 20 reality shows, including The Apprentice (Season 1), The Surreal Life and Fear Factor -- and will return tonight on The Celebrity Apprentice, where 14 B-listers compete to raise over $1 million for various charities. "I have the luxury of going into a situation where I have an opportunity to control and create my character. I get to do what I want, wear what I want and look the way I want." Even if that means looking like a cold-hearted you-know-what. Omarosa's brash behaviour first got her noticed on Apprentice, where she butted many heads before getting fired in the ninth week. And who could forget her nasty Surreal Life disputes with fellow you-know-what Janice Dickinson? So it's no surprise her Celebrity Apprentice co-stars -- including actor Stephen Baldwin, KISS rocker Gene Simmons and Sopranos star Vincent Pastore -- were a little shocked to see a kinder, gentler Omarosa on the set. Well, at least until shooting began. "We had a couple of meetings before the show aired and everyone was saying, 'Oh, you're so nice,' she laughs. "(Then I said) 'I enjoyed getting to know you all, but as soon as the cameras come on I have a job to do.' " Omarosa says her "naughty side" will be fully intact when The Celebrity Apprentice premieres tonight, but insists she's grown since her first trip to the boardroom. "I can truly tell you that there has been an evolution in all things Omarosa," she says. "And I had to change because all my 13 competitors have had an opportunity to watch me. I had to come up with a whole different game plan." Since Celebrity Apprentice contestants are playing for charities -- not jobs -- Omarosa says there's more camaraderie than in the first six seasons of Trump's series. But, being a Youngstown, Ohio, native with a masters degree in communications, she used her formal education and street smarts -- not her celeb status -- to get an edge on the competition and impress The Donald. "I didn't let my ego make decisions for me," says Omarosa. "When you have celebrities you're dealing with egos. I checked my ego at the 14-karat-gold door of the Trump Castle." Omarosa figured her toughest competitors going on the show -- which has the contestants rushing around New York City using their contact lists and business sense to rally up funds and awareness for their charities -- would be Simmons and Latin media bigwig Nely Galan. But folks such as actress Marilu Henner, country twanger Trace Adkins and America's Got Talent judge Piers Morgan -- who appeared on a British version of The Celebrity Apprentice -- were shockingly savvy. "I think that you will be very, very surprised at the people who rise to the occasion and the people who crumble under the pressure," she says. As in past seasons, the contestants have to work long hours, meet deadlines and win challenges to get ahead in the game. The prize? A $250,000 bonus cheque for their charity. Joining The Donald on the panel are his daughter Ivanka and son Donald Trump Jr., along with Trump employee George Ross. Famed business tycoons will also plant themselves on the boardroom's new rotating seat each week. Whether or not Omarosa makes the cut, she has other ventures on her hands. The former director of White House personnel for Bill Clinton continues to work in politics, has a line of golf clubs coming out and is involved in an African version of Apprentice. But she won't think twice if another reality show offers her a chance to expose her inner thespian. "I hear people say, 'Oh, why do you keep doing those reality shows?' And I say, 'How many roles do you think there are for African-American women on American TV?' " source: http://winnipegsun.com/Entertainment/Television/2008/01/03/4750172-sun.html foreverxromance Maxim February 2008 preview featuring Heidi Montag divaty Bill Gates' Last Day at Microsoft Featuring George Clooney, Jon Stewart, Bono, Jay-Z, Brian Williams, Steven Spielberg, Matthew McConaughey, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama I wish I was rich enough to buy famous friends. Mary J. Blige - Grown Woman Feat Ludacris Sidney Crosby on the cover of next week's Men's Fitness Err... distant lights - burial jennomac Tim Reid in rehab? January 07, 2008. MediaTakeOut.com is hearing whispers that actor Tim Reid - best known as Tia and Tamara Mowry's father in the hit TV show Sister Sister may have just checked into rehab. Word is that right now he's staying in The Life Center of Galax - an alcohol and drug treatment facility in Virginia. tankmachine CW Reality Show Premiere Dates THE CW NETWORK ANNOUNCES MIDSEASON SCHEDULE -"The CW turns up the heat this midseason with the next installment of its reality franchise PUSSYCAT DOLLS PRESENT: GIRLICIOUS, premiering February 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) as part of its new Monday line-up." -"The CW's most popular series AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL returns for its tenth cycle on Wednesday, February 20 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) with a new crop of aspiring models vying for the title and international supermodel Paulina Porizkova stepping in as a new judge on the panel of experts." -"The fifth edition of The CW's social experiment BEAUTY AND THE GEEK makes its debut on Tuesday, March 11 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)." info about other shows @ source. I AM SO READY FOR CYCLE 10 JYSK. lindsxoxbaby Jessica Alba graces Elle Jessica Alba is the February 2008 cover girl for Elle Magazine as photographed by Gilles Bensimon. Internet snippets below! On meeting Zac Efron at the Teen Choice Awards: “He looks like a child with a lot of makeup. I was like, ‘My God, you’re just a little kid.’” On turning 27 this April: “I’m anticipating it… I’m feeling old, yes… 27 was when Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, and Jim Morrison all died.” On being more sober CEO than purring sex kitten: “I think there are ambitious girls who will do anything to be famous, and they think men in this business are used to women doing that. Contrary to how people may feel, I’ve never used my sexuality. That’s not part of it for me. When I’m in a meeting, I want to tell you why I’m an asset, how I’m a commodity, how I can put asses in the seats, not, ‘There’s a chance you’re going to be able to f— me.’ That’s never been my deal.” Check out the behind-the-scenes video of Jessica Alba’s cover shoot with Elle here. Cover shot details: Strapless dress from Gucci with hoop earrings from XIV Karats, Beverly Hills, and a diamond ring from Cartier. jessica alba, zac efron roezmahree well...at least someone's going back to work. Striking Hollywood Writers Reach Deal With United Artists LOS ANGELES — Striking Hollywood writers have reached a deal with Tom Cruise's production outfit United Artists Films to resume working while the strike continues against other studios. The deal announced Monday was the first reached with big-screen producers by the Writers Guild of America, which has been on strike since Nov. 5. Terms were not disclosed. "United Artists has lived up to its name. UA and the writers guild came together and negotiated seriously. The end result is that we have a deal that will put people back to work," said Patric M. Verrone, president of the Writers Guild of America, West. Sorry if this was already posted, but the official announcement was just recently made, so it's not really a repost. Plus, I didn't see the other post. At least it's not the Hayden/Milo crap reposted for the 8th time. Ludivine Sagnier in Playboy France January 2008 iwanthaylienose Celebrity Packages source:www.tmz.com Jessica Alba hates being pregnant Looks like the “New Baby Blues” are starting a little early for expectant mom Jessica Alba. The engaged Fantastic Four beauty has routinely been snapped working out at the local gym since announcing that she is expecting a little bundle of joy, and for good reason; a rash of pregnancy-induced acne has Jess down in the dumps about her body image. According to tabloid reports, the actress was recently heard crying: “I’m ugly and fat!” kurthummel Brad and Angelina at the Critics Choice Awards Honestly, I didn't even recognize them at first. Source: WI ___leegaze Sophie Monk and Benji Madden split up POP chick and occasional Hollywood pouter Sophie Monk may have something to pout about, with whispers the blonde starlet and her Good Charlotte fiancee, Benji Madden have split. Confidential understands Monk has returned to Aussie solo, almost a year to the day since the US guitarist proposed. Speculation the couple were having problems first surfaced when Monk cancelled a scheduled appearance at Carols by Candlelight, citing "family reasons". Panned by local critics after a poor showing as a presenter at the AFI awards in Melbourne, Monk cut a forlorn figure battling the barrage on her own, when she was spotted in the days that followed, jogging on her own through a Rushcutters Bay park in Sydney. Yesterday, Monk's father was reluctant to comment on his daughter's single status, when contacted at the family's Gold Coast home by our Brisbane colleagues. "There's nothing to say and I'm best to say nothing. You're best to talk to her manager," her dad Andrew said. Madden and Monk were noticeably tense when the couple jetted into Sydney late last year (pictured), ahead of his band's concert tour. While his brother Joel has been snapped attached to Nicole Richie since the group returned to Los Angeles, by comparison Madden and Monk have slipped off the radar together entirely. Calls to Monk's Sydney-based manager were not returned yesterday. lostprophets // what you do (demo) fatpeopleeatme BRIT AND HER NEW GUY KISSING In an exclusive from CelebTV.com, Britney Spears and paparazzo Adnan Ghalib were spotted the day the pop star was released from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The two are not saying whether they are a couple, but CelebTV.com cameras spotted the duo sharing a lollipop and relaxing at a bungalow in Santa Barbara on Saturday night. CelebTV.com also has exclusive video of the married Ghalib, 35, and Spears, 26, holding hands and kissing while making a Starbucks run the following day. The two have become regular companions lately. A source at Finalpixx, where Ghalib is a paparazzo, confirmed earlier to CelebTV.com that the photographer and Spears have been getting close in recent weeks, but would not go as far as saying the two are dating. "I know, but I can't say," said the source with a laugh. VIDEO HERE! can't embed sorry crazy72300 Kaci Brown Is Just Like All The Other Young Stars She's an "up and coming singer for interscope" She's dated a Backstreet Boy Aj and Kaci Then she moved on to another Popstar...Aaron Carter Now she's moved on to becoming a porn star or at least a myspace whore Jamie-Lynn: Baby on Board The 16-year-old mom-to-be is apparently studying for her GED. She's smart after all, y'all!( Collapse ) itsme_greg Crazy Days and Nights Blind Items #1 This stud male tennis player who has been linked with several female celebrities in some very high profile relationships over the past few years was spotted opening his hotel room door in the nude to this male reality star who does his very best to make sure that everyone thinks he is Mr. Heterosexual. #2 This celebutante is seriously considering a contract where she would marry or at the very least get engaged to this famous daddy celebudude. (Not Kevin Federline) >>SOURCE<< britbritspears I know alot of ONTD'ers will be upset by this piece of news The filming of the movie “Blonde and Blonder” may have garnered a host of attention when its star, Denise Richards, tossed two laptops belonging to the paparazzi off a hotel balcony, but her project, which co-star’s Pamela Anderson, is heading straight to DVD. The feature film, which pairs Richards and Anderson as two challenged blondes who witness a mob hit and are accidentally mistaken for assassins, will be released on DVD February 5, Film Studio announced today. As previously reported on Access Hollywood.com, after being pursued by the paparazzi while filming the project, Denise reacted, tossing the laptops off a Richmond, British Columbia hotel balcony. “It was wrong,” Denise told Access in November of 2006. “I saw one of the photographers, went up to him and offered to give him a few nice shots and asked him to please leave so we can focus on our scene. He wouldn’t and he got really belligerent and he was saying vulgar, nasty things to me and made a derogatory remark about my family. I just did what I did and I feel terrible.” In August of 2007, Denise and Pam reportedly settled a lawsuit with the two photographers who sued the actresses over a host of complaints related to the incident. becks blogs! “Hello and a happy new year to you all, I’ve had an incredible start to the year already! I was lucky enough to receive the Football Writers Tribute Award last night, which was amazing for me personally. I was pleased to have Sven Goran Eriksson and Bryan Robson there at the ceremony saying a few words about my career. Both of them have achieved much in the game and are good people. It was also very emotional watching the highlights of my career so far. I’m so proud of what I have accomplished and I know I still have plenty more to offer. It was a special night for both me and my family, who were also there with me, and I hope I can create some more memories to add to the ones recognised yesterday evening. I’m currently spending my days at Arsenal’s training ground, making sure I keep myself fit during the MLS off-season. It’s nice to be back in the UK even though the weather is a bit chilly! I’m definitely missing the Californian sun, and it was very kind of [French soccer manager] Arsene Wenger and Arsenal to let me train alongside the squad and use their facilities. I’m working hard to keep fit and to give myself the best chance of being called up to [Italian soccer manager] Fabio Cappello’s first England squad next month. Hope you all had a peaceful & restful festive season. Here’s to a great new year. iamheartspants Interesting 'Cloverfield' Promotion CLOVERFIELD MONSTER ATTACK - 5 Uploaded by cloverfield Many More Can Be seen at the Source Nicole Kidman IS pregnant “Extra” has just confirmed that Nicole Kidman is pregnant. Her rep tells “Extra,” “Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban confirmed today that they are expecting a baby. The couple are thrilled.” windycitychick Its not Britney, bitch but Lupe trick Check out the interview and photo shoot of Lupe in GIANT's Dec/Jan issue Lupe- Gotta Eat shannondepp Angelina Angry Over Brad's Relationship With Steve-0 Why is Angelina Jolie keeping her eye on Steve-O? A report from Star Magazine claims that Brad Pitt has found a new part time friend in the Jackass star. That leaves Jolie pretty unhappy, as she really doesn't like Brad to smoke cigarettes, let alone be around someone that likes to enjoy a blunt every now and again. Steve-O has been caught with pot more than once – but Brad still partied with him, an insider tells the magazine. “If you hang out with Steve-O, “you’re at least going to get a contact high, because he smokes all day long," the source deadpanned in the published article. The report claims that Jolie has her eye on the situation and she is still fuming. "(Brad) still smokes,” another insider tells Star. “He sneaks cigs behind Angie’s back.” At the Cannes Film Festival in May, “He stayed outside, smoking and drinking,” says a witness. “He looked stressed, like he was trying to get his fill because he had a limited time to enjoy his cigarettes." Now Jolie is worried that with friends like Steve-O Brad may start partying. “She doesn’t think Brad should smoke pot or anything else,” an insider tells Star. “She wishes he’d drop all that. A drink once in a while is OK. But that’s it.” Steve-O recently told high Times that he is a pot enthusiast, and he was giving up all other drugs. How random, but he was on Jackass so I can see a connection EDIT Here is the video of Brad Pitt on Jackass, thank you boltonlove. Source! southernmanners Kelly Osbourne claims Paris Hilton poisoned her Osbourne claims pal Paris Hilton poisoned her while partying. The 23-year-old star - the daughter of former drug addict and alcoholic Ozzy Osbourne - claims she suffered her first case of alcohol poisoning during a night out with 'The Simple Life' star. Kelly told friends while partying with Paris at Las Vegas nightclub Noir last week: "Paris gave me my first alcohol poisoning!" According to the New York Daily News newspaper, Paris was then overheard laughing: "I did?! That's hot!" Kelly checked into rehab in 2004 to be treated for an addiction to painkillers. Her 22-year-old brother Jack has also been treated in rehab for alcoholism, class A drug addiction and abuse of prescription drugs. Their mother Sharon Osbourne has previously accused singer Courtney Love of introducing Jack to drugs when he was just 15. The former Hole singer has vehemently denied the allegations. uh... American Idol Alum Jessica Sierra Sentenced It's back to rehab for former "American Idol" finalist Jessica Sierra. The singer appeared in court Monday morning (January 7) in Tampa, Florida, and pleaded no contest to charges of disorderly intoxication and obstruction of an officer, which prompted Judge Daniel Perry to reluctantly agree to send her to rehab for a year. The Tampa Tribune reported that Perry sentenced Sierra to spend the next year at the Pasadena Recovery Center in Pasadena, California — a facility he had reservations about because it has hosted TV programs in the past. He was concerned that Sierra might use the stint as a means of boosting her career, the paper reported. "I don't want this to be some steppingstone for her to have a career as a recovering addict," Perry said. Sierra's sentence also includes two years of probation, stemming from an incident on December 1 at a bar in Ybor City, Florida, during which the singer allegedly got into a heated confrontation with bar personnel and police after she was ejected from the bar. Perry also prohibited Sierra from doing any interviews or appearing on TV during her recovery, including any promotional spots for the upcoming reality show, "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew," which debuts on VH1 this Thursday. The host of that program, Dr. Drew Pinsky, an addiction specialist, spoke on Sierra's behalf during the brief court appearance, according to the paper, telling the judge that the "low level" treatment she received on the reality show was not enough to deal with her level of addiction, but that a yearlong stint in treatment would give her a better chance for recovery. A spokesperson for the courts did not return calls for comment at press time and Sierra's lawyer, John Fitzgibbons, could also not be reached for comment. During the December arrest, Sierra, 22, was ejected from the Full Moon Saloon and, after confronting patrons on the street, allegedly became combative with police as they tried to arrest her, calling the officers names, vomiting in the police car, yelling racial slurs and offering sexual favors in exchange for her release, according to an arrest report. The arrest violated Sierra's probation from an incident in April of last year, which resulted in charges of cocaine possession and felony battery, after she allegedly hit a bar patron in the head with a glass; she also pleaded no contest in that incident. Tampa TV station WTSP reported that Perry warned Sierra that if she doesn't follow the rules of the rehab center she will be brought back to Florida and put in prison for a year. Pinsky said that Sierra had already completed her portion of the "Rehab" show before the December arrest, and he described her as a "courageous" patient, who had been "on the street" doing drugs before she sought treatment. He also said the singer, who is pregnant with her first child by a man she has only described as "a rapper," made some "very poor choices" during her drug-using phase, including a video the paper said he described as "symptomatic of her addiction." Pinsky and Sierra reportedly discuss the video — which TMZ has reported is a sex tape — on the show. In a preview of the VH1 show screened by the Tribune on the day before Sierra's sentencing, the paper described a scene from the second episode of "Rehab" during which Sierra breaks down in tears while discussing her mother's death from a drug overdose while the singer was auditioning for "Idol." During the group therapy session, Sierra talks about how she hates her mother for abandoning her, doing drugs and becoming a prostitute and becomes so upset after revealing the information that she becomes desperate for a drink, saying she would have "chewed the alcohol swabs" at the facility if she could have. scandaleisha SALESHIA in SEVENTEEN eta I did not make this icon! revanche did and she made fierce icons for the last 5 here: http://community.livejournal.com/yarinige/551.html (: Also this post wasnt my idea, galatic did it in topmodel.... i'm a biter lol. injustifiiable Halle in Feburary InStyle Didn't see this posted... Halle Berry holds tight of her baby bump in the February 2008 issue of InStyle. The cover headline reads: Halle! Her key to finding happiness at least. (Read: Making beautiful babies with Gabriel Aubry is the key to happiness.) Here’s the table-of-contents description: A thriving career. A hot boyfriend. And a sure-to-be- adorable baby (due any minute). It would be easy to envy Halle Berry—if she weren’t so nice. Here, the secrets to what makes her tick. Interview highlights should turn up soon! Mope - Bloodhound Gang gabriel aubry, halle berry aly__xox Hate this woman, but her baby is just too cute not to post! (Video) Even though it's so over-used: Another Day, Another Drama for Britney As Brit's new friend Adnan tries to shop the story (complete with pix and video!) of his murky relationship with the fallen pop idol, we can't help but wonder if Britney's aware of what's going on, or if Adnan is just setting her up? Video of the pair sharing a coffee, a kiss and a lollipop allegedly shot in Santa Barbara Sunday (and looking very staged) has surfaced on the web today, but our photogs were in the seaside city all day yesterday, where it poured rain non-stop - yet the video shows no sign of the precipitation. We believe that the pair was actually in Palm Springs, not Santa Barbara - is the switch-up just to throw other agencies off their trail, thus making the video even more valuable? The agency Adnan's affiliated with, Finalpixx, was reportedly shopping around that video for $300,000 this morning when they realized that having made the clip viral online was probably not a good idea so they disabled it. Seems their original asking price of $5 million for Adnan's story is dropping by the minute! miley cyrus eats at morton's, looks like hooker on 1/6/08 Taking her three-month-long “Best of Both Worlds” tour to the nation’s capital, Miley Cyrus was spotted out with pals for a relaxing evening in Georgetown last night (January 6). Dressing up in a fancy red dress as she headed to Morton Steakhouse, the Hannah Montana actress tried to keep things low-key, but was still swarmed by fans wanting autographs as she made her exit. Are Carrie and Chace an item??? Someone snapped a cute picture of American Idol alum Carrie Underwood and Gossip Girl hottie Chace Crawford getting their PDA on at the Nashville, Tennesse airport over the weekend. Here’s how it went down: “Carrie (wearing a Betsey Johnson coat) was waiting for him and as Chace was walking down the stairs, she ran to him. There was major PDA. Making out and cuddling while waiting for his bags.” And to make things even more official, Chace’s younger sister, Candice, confirmed that Carrie and Chace are dating!! Check it out here. It’s around the 28-minute mark. Candice said, “He was on Ellen this past Monday and they asked him about his little sister. Apparently, they got a picture of me winning Miss Missouri USA and flashed it up there. The big story was that me and Carrie Underwood, they’ve been dating, look alike. Poor guy! He is now being told that the girl he’s dating looks like his little sister.” Berlin - Take My Breath Away (better than Jessica's ripoff) gossip girl (cw) dreamgrrrl Anthony Bourdain disses Rachael Ray It's back from Feb 07. It's an oldie but a goodie: Bourdain's thoughts on our favorite girl: Complain all you want. It's like railing against the pounding surf. She only grows stronger and more powerful. Her ear-shattering tones louder and louder. We KNOW she can't cook. She shrewdly tells us so. So...what is she selling us? Really? She's selling us satisfaction, the smug reassurance that mediocrity is quite enough. She's a friendly, familiar face who appears regularly on our screens to tell us that "Even your dumb, lazy ass can cook this!" Wallowing in your own crapulence on your Cheeto-littered couch you watch her and think, "Hell...I could do that. I ain't gonna...but I could--if I wanted! Now where's my damn jug a Diet Pepsi?" Where the saintly Julia Child sought to raise expectations, to enlighten us, make us better--teach us--and in fact, did, Rachael uses her strange and terrible powers to narcotize her public with her hypnotic mantra of Yummo and Evoo and Sammys. "You're doing just fine. You don't even have to chop an onion--you can buy it already chopped. Aspire to nothing...Just sit there. Have another Triscuit..Sleep...sleep..." mattchew03 It's Official: Golden Globes Canceled 65th Annual Golden Globes Canceled, Replaced by NBC Newscast of HFP Announcing Winners RECIPIENTS OF “THE 65th ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS” TO BE ANNOUNCED AT BEVERLY HILTON PRESS CONFERENCE ON JANUARY 13th HOLLYWOOD, CA, January 7, 2008 – The Hollywood Foreign Press Association today announced that the recipients of Golden Globe Awards in 25 categories will be revealed during an hour-long HFPA press conference at The Beverly Hilton to be covered live by NBC News beginning at 6:00 pm PST on January 13. “The 65th Annual Golden Globe Awards” NBC telecast and champagne dinner in The Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom is officially cancelled. “We are all very disappointed that our traditional awards ceremony will not take place this year and that millions of viewers worldwide will be deprived of seeing many of their favorite stars celebrating 2007’s outstanding achievements in motion pictures and television,” said Jorge Camara, President of The Hollywood Foreign Press Association. “We take some comfort, however, in knowing that this year’s Golden Globe Award recipients will be announced on the date originally scheduled.” FUCK! But at least Rumer Willis won't get to be Ms. Golden Globe now! Thanks to littlestarletta for making that observation. eta: Nikki Finke (of Deadline Hollywood Daily) has the preliminary schedule for what NBC will be airing on that day (thanks tube_fiend): There will be a press conference this afternoon announcing that the Globes Awards ceremony will not go on. Here is the plan: -- At 9 PM there will be a press conference covered by NBC News announcing the Golden Globe winners. (9pm-10pm) -- At 8 PM, we are negotiating with Dick Clark Enterprises for a one-hour retrospective/clip show. -- At 7 PM, we will air a Dateline with clips and interviews with nominees. (Currently scheduled to air for two hours on Saturday night.) -- At 10 PM, we will broadcast an "Access Hollywood" style, Golden Globes party show...visiting the various parties in Hollywood Lindsay Lohan Goes Back to AA The next time you walk into your local grocery store, you may see the likes of Lindsay Lohan grabbing a box of Frosted Flakes. Yesterday the “Mean Girls” actress was spotted doing a little grocery shopping in West Hollywood. And it was a busy day for the troubled singer/actress. After she hit Bristol Farms (a popular celebrity grocery store), LiLo headed over to Urban Outfitters on Melrose. As the day drew on, it became time for her return to her usual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at the West Hollywood Lion’s Club. And after her New Year’s champagne-chugging mishap, it sounds like she needs it. Lindsay kept it cool and casual in a black and grey printed hoodie with a blue skirt and some black stockings. And her hair is starting to show more of her natural red hue beneath the bleached blonde look. David Spade Has Heart Attack? Some will be disappointed... A rumor has been floating around that David Spade had a heart attack after collapsing in his gym. But TMZ has learned it is not true -- though Dave isn't exactly in fighting shape, either. Sources tell TMZ that Spade has been fighting severe bronchitis and a sinus infection over the past week, and was on the road for three gigs during his illness. When he returned to L.A. yesterday, Spade decided to go to the gym to work out, but collapsed after an adverse reaction to antibiotics. He was taken to the hospital and put on an IV, and is now resting at home and on the mend. I have the feeling these "sources" aren't being totally honest about what's up with David. Maybe it's just because he was bff with Chris Farley. I'd hate to see him have a tragic end, too. lifetimeis4u Katie Holmes @ Critics Choice Awards 2008 celtic_thistle Pajiba's Ten Worst Movies of 2007 (a list actually worth reading) The list is long but hilarious and insightful to read. It's definitely the best-written 2007 list I've seen. Be patient, it is worth it. I've bolded the best bits for the tl;dr crowd. Don't just skim this list; read the reviews. They're excellent. While a lot of critics, including ourselves, have been boasting that 2007 was a great year for movies, it certainly was not without its share of stinkers. And while, perhaps, there weren’t as many cinematic atrocities this year, the ones that did make it to the silver screen seemed to be worse than in years past. It was as though filmmakers were taking the terrible ideas of 2000-2006 and actively trying to make them worse: Norbit was seven steps down from Big Momma’s House, Delta Farce was more agonizingly awful than Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector, Balls of Fury was worse than one of those one-joke comedies because it didn’t even have the one joke, and, somehow, filmmakers managed to even make torture porn more deplorable. And in celebration of those celluloid cesspools, we here at Pajiba present you with the Golden Pajibas: The 10 Worst Films of 2007. lindsaydeelohan BBV Out and About Source: http://vanessa-photos.com/thumbnails.php?album=426&page=1 _ballerinagirl Since there has been so much talk about Sarkozy & Bruni JIVE still cares about the Backdoor Boyz TMZ talked with a Jive Records spokesperson who told us, "Reports about Jive Records dropping Backstreet Boys are completely untrue. The group is about to embark on a worldwide tour in support of their album, Unbreakable, starting Feb. 16 in Toyko, as well as some high profile television appearances." Well, that's sure a relief! Um, not really. Maybe they should drop Brit Brit. Backstreet Boys - Everybody (Backstreet's Back) obvious82 Because it's late and it might make a few people ( edit: but NOT somenickles) smile Dedicated to my bb jun4thisonthway Album of 2007 that Broke the Heart of Jesus Is it true what they say about the Son of God? Did he die for us? Did he die at all? And if I sold my soul for a bag of gold to you, which one of us would be the foolish one? Which one of us would be the fool? Poison Oak by B.E mjzjewel Torchwood S2 episode 1 Trailer Edit: Here are 2 pics from the first episode. Thanks to ukexseme nogular The Case of Kathie Lee Gifford's Missing Wedding Ring Kathie Lee Gifford had lunch on Wednesday with a hunky younger guy, the biggest Mexican movie star right now, and she wasn’t wearing her big diamond wedding ring from football great Frank Gifford. source fixed Britney Spears and Adnan in Santa Babara #1 Britney and Adnan allegedly in Santa Barbara, sharing a lollipop and relaxing at a bungalow 5th jan 2008 Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor out with their daughter Ella. Actors Ben Stiller, 42, and Christine Taylor, 36, leave the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles with their five-year-old daughter Ella Olivia on Sunday, January 6th. The married couple are also parents to son Quinlin Dempsey, 2. Christine looks nice, but I'll always remember her as the bald girl from Friends lol brothersport ~THE CRITICS' CHOICE POST~ The Critics' Choice Awards aired this evening on VH1. It may be one of the only award shows that the actors actually attend this year. Anyway here are the Winners and Losers for this year. Predictable, y/y? La Bella Vita! ilovemeganm Oh hay! Taking a break from swimming in the Pacific Ocean with pal Owen Wilson, Woody Harrelson was anything but relieved to spy a cameraman spying on him -- while he relieved himself. Luckily, he had time to shake it off. codestothestars sauce, eta a second sauce. awkward. and slightly hot. celebs at critics choice awards angelina, brad herr_s Indie Rock Hotties of 2007 Besnard Lakes hipster_chic The 8 Sexiest Sirens of Indie Rock They may get all the attention but mainstream songstresses make us tired and sleepy. Paris may have the looks but she's absolutely devoid of natural talent. Mariah Carey has the voice but she's fallen off in the sex appeal department. Britney is a trainwreck these days and while Beyonce has the total package, we respect Jay-Z too much to ogle her; besides, he'd totally kick our ass if we did. So we thought it was high time we celebrated some sexy and talented women who are a feast for both the eyes and the ears! Join us as we countdown the 8 Sexiest Sirens of Indie Rock! miss_cali07 BRITNEY AND ADNAN PART WAYS Exercising a bit of uncharacteristic caution (finally!), Britney Spears abruptly pulled the plug on her whirlwind weekend with paparazzo Adnan Ghalib and returned alone Monday to her Beverly Hills abode, a source close to Brit exclusively tells E!'s own Ryan Seacrest. No word yet on what caused the sudden change of heart, but we hear that the troubled songstress now fears Ghalib will follow in the footsteps of LiLo's latest conquests and shop the story of their brief coupling to the highest bidder. It's A Small Town After All Check out friends Tobey Maguire and Jake Gyllenhaal chatting it up outside of Votre Sante, a restaurant in Brentwood today. Jake spotted Tobey and his wife Jennifer Meyer with their beautiful daughter, Ruby, while they were waiting for a table and stopped to say hello. Jennifer's dad, Ron Meyer, who is the head of Universal Studios, also came over to say hello to Jake. Wait, the head of Universal has to wait for table? Crazy. Too adorable Some people will never figure it out.... Calvin Klein's Obsession -- the Gym The 65-year-old fashion legend's bod looks great -- despite the Fire Island, collegiate, Aberzombie and Fitch outfit! He looks old and leathery to me...like an old Coach bag. When will people learn...TOO MUCH SUN IS BAD FOR YOUR SKIN! Edited to add: He kinda reminds of me this guy: Fall Out Boy - Thnks fr th Mmrs dayshaze If you live in New Hampshire, don't forget to vote tomorrow! Ever wonder what happened to those people who acted on that mid-90s sitcom, "Wings"? (I'll be honest - I'm fairly sure that you never wondered what happened to these folks - in fact, I'm pretty sure I was the only middle-schooler out there devoted to this show - but I'm bored, so humor me.) I posted a picture of the cast member when they were on "Wings" first and a recent picture second where available. Tim Daly played Joe Hackett Tim Daly is currently acting on the Grey's Anatomy spin-off Private Practice as Dr. Addison Montgomery's love interest Dr. Pete Wilder. He had a number of starring roles on cancelled but usually lauded shows like The Fugitive, The Nine, and Eyes. He has been married to actress Amy van Nostrand since 1982 and has two children with her, Sam and Emelyn. Click below for updates on Helen, Brian, Antonio, Lowell, Faye, Roy, Casey and Alex. Note: image-intensive. Source 1, Source 2 greenbaglady I just found this. It's ~old~ but pretty sure this version hasn't been posted. This is pre-hostage video--mostly her and a bunch of photogs running around looking for her memory card in the middle of a busy street, and frantically looking for a toilet. You'll notice Britney using a cockney accent...very badly. this show is fantastic. 'AMERICAN GLADIATORS' IS THE HIGHEST-RATED NEW-SHOW PREMIERE OF THE SEASON IN ADULTS 18-49, AND NBC'S TOP NEW-SHOW PREMIERE IN THE DEMO SINCE 'HEROES' Released by NBC 'GLADIATORS' SCORES NBC'S HIGHEST NON-SPORTS 18-49 RATING IN THIS SUNDAY TIME PERIOD IN NEARLY THREE YEARS 'AMERICAN GLADIATORS' RANKS #1 IN ITS HIGHLY COMPETITIVE TWO-HOUR SLOT IN ADULTS 18-49, ADULTS 18-34 AND ALL KEY ADULT-MALE DEMOS msblackeyeliner Predict Britney's Death and Win a PS3! We’ll all have a date with our maker someday, but like Amy Winehouse, Britney Spears just can’t seem to wait. A couple of years ago she looks stunning and was a wet dream for every man. But for some reason Britney also landed in a self-destruction derby. Guess her final breath and be crowned Mr. Or Mrs. Death. Winner will be rewarded with a PS3. http://www.whenisbritneygoingtodie.com/ spacenaut In case some of you missed the Britney videos from earlier This is only first one. I believe there is another one out there. source: youtube.com understandastar Yellowcard plans USO tour for troops in Persian Gulf Rock band Yellowcard will soon travel to the Persian Gulf and perform for service men and women as part of a USO/MNC-I expeditionary entertainment tour. This is the first USO tour for Yellowcard, who will hang out with armed forces, sign autographs and treat U.S. troops to a selection of hit songs from all their albums. Their latest album "Paper Walls" debuted at no. 13 on the Billboard charts and sold more than 40,000 copies in its first week. Recognized for their trademark sound infused with entwined guitar lines, airtight vocal harmonies and flourishes of violin, Yellowcard has performed before millions, acquired thousands of devoted fans and toured hundreds of venues. The recipient of an MTV Video Music Award, Yellowcard has also encountered countless breakout successes. The band's hit single "Gifts and Curses" was featured in the blockbuster film "Spider-Man 2" and their song "Breathing" is featured in Electronic Arts' futuristic video game "Burnout Revenge." "We're really excited about going to the Middle East with the USO and performing for the troops," says Yellowcard frontman Ryan Key. "It's a privilege to have the opportunity to visit and entertain those that serve our nation. This tour isn't just a treat for them but also for us." Since 2003, the group has released three chart-topping albums, graced the covers of magazines like "Alternative Press" and toured nonstop. Yellowcard's popularity continues to grow with smash hits like "Ocean Avenue," "Don't Forget About Me," "Lights and Sounds" and "Light Up the Sky," among many others. Since before the U.S. entered World War II, the USO has been the constant link between the American people and the U.S. military. In times of peace and war, the USO has consistently delivered its special brand of entertainment and comfort to service men and women. Entertainers who recently participated in USO tours include Robin Williams, Lance Armstrong, Lewis Black, Rachel Smith, Ronan Tynan, Sheryl Underwood, Keni Thomas, Darryl Worley, Tito Ortiz, Kellie Pickler, and many others. AT&T, Inc. is the official telecommunications sponsor of USO entertainment tours. For a list of recent and upcoming USO tours, visit www.uso.org/whatwedo/entertainment. To learn more about the USO or to find out how to support the troops, visit www.uso.org. jayblaze128 Some GOOD Whitney News!!! Jet Magazine: All eyes are also certainly on superstar Whitney Houston. Afters years from the spotlight, 2008 promises to be her year to shine again. Her much anticipated CD is slated for release in April, her mentor and hitmaker Clive Davis to JET late last year. Houston's most recent recording was last year's Family First with her mother, Cissy Houston, and cousin Dionne Warrickon the soundtrack for Tyley Perry's blockbuster movie, Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls. Her last studio album was the 2003 holiday CD, One Wish. ~sources~ 1. My JET Magazine Subscription 2. http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20169638,00.html 3. http://just-whitney.com/eng/menu.htm fixed Mods "Clumsy"~ Fuggy Fug Billie Joe Armstrong Wins U.S. Presidential Primary (Rock.com) With the presidential primaries now upon us, Rock.com, the fastest-growing Rock music website, has enlisted the help of its growing community to compile a slate of alternate presidential candidates from the world of music to finally build that bridge to the 21st century before 1000 points of light shine through the hole in the ozone. “We wanted to raise awareness about the upcoming elections, but still have some fun doing it,” said Chief Executive Officer Steve Newman. “Some of the candidates selected by our members have a history of political activism dating back decades and could have a future in politics, and some would be just plain scary.” “The community of Rock.com users has voted for 10 musicians they feel best share their vision for a better America and demonstrate the leadership skills needed to end war and famine and usher in a new era of peace and prosperity,” said Election Coordinator Sam Vasquez. “If not, at the very least, they can play a kick ass guitar solo while the Capitol burns to the ground.” You can visit Rock.com polling headquarters online at http://www.rock.com/election and get a glimpse of the candidate profiles along with user comments. Here is the list of the winning Rockers: 1. Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day) 2. Bono (U2) 3. Marilyn Manson 4. Ozzy Osbourne (Black Sabbath) 5. Ted Nugent 6. Pete Wentz (Fall Out Boy) 7. Gerard Way (My Chemical Romance) 8. Axl Rose (Guns and Roses) 10. Gene Simmons (Kiss) Pete Wentz and Marilyn Manson..."best share their vision for a better America and demonstrate the leadership skills needed to end war and famine and usher in a new era of peace and prosperity"...really? fauxjoy it's like strictly come dancing but on ice. Full 'Dancing On Ice' lineup revealed Gareth Gates, Sarah Greene and Emmerdale actress Linda Lusardi are to appear on the new series of Dancing On Ice. TV presenters Michael Underwood, Tim Vincent and Natalie Pinkham, sports stars Greg Rusedski and Steve Backley and Hollyoaks actor Chris Fountain will also compete on the third series of the ITV1 ice-skating contest. The 12-strong lineup will be completed by former Hear'Say singer Suzanne Shaw, Aggie Mackenzie from How Clean Is Your House? and popstar Samantha Mumba. Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby will once again host the show, which begins Sunday at 5.50pm on ITV1. Olympic gold medalists Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are to serve as coaches and co-presenters, while West End actress Ruthie Henshall will join the show's regular judging panel of Robin Cousins, Karen Barber, Nicky Slater and Jason Gardiner. LOL, if ever there was a z-list of celebrities this is it. :( queenb833 Vanessa Hudgens cosmo girl interview WHAT’S THE STRANGEST THING YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED FROM A FAN? Some fan mail comes with weird stuff, like guys sending pictures of themselves professing their love for you-nothing bad. Not to be conceited or anything, but I kind of grew up with that. Once I turned 13, I was the guy magnet. A good amount of the guys wanted to date me. Even older guys looking at me. It took some getting used to. Every now and then, you're just like, "What on earth?" I remember walking down the street to the mall and there was a fireman driving a truck. He sees me and he sticks his head out of the window, turns his head around, and is staring at me while he is driving the ginormous fire truck. I'm like, don't you want to keep your eyes on the road? It was weird because my dad was a fireman, so I personally don't think firefighters are hot. actor / actress asian celebrities black celebrities books / authors british celebrities casting / auditions celebrity social media comedy / comedian film - action / adventure film trailer / stills / clips kardashian / jenner latino celebrities legal / lawsuit lgbtq / rights magazine covers and articles music / musician music / musician (pop) music / musician (r&b and soul) music / musician (rap and hip-hop) new music post race / racism reality show celebrity red carpet and event sports / athletes television - abc television - cw television promo / stills therearewords Wenees rejoice! Wonho will be on the cover of Men's Health March Edition + Camping vids! Just pictures posted is easier, OP. Pressing play is hard work. disgruntledyawn Bernie Sanders and his mittens go viral on Inauguration Day Ted Cruz has absolutely zero charisma to build up a cult of personality. The only reason he continues to plague us is because Republicans in Texas don't want to rock the boat. acidosaur ‘The Mandalorian’ and ‘WW84’ Turn Pedro Pascal Into a Full-Blown Star he put up some twee "support your friends" post on his insta with her in it, right when she was being dragged. otraera Dr. Anthony Youn reacts to an episode of 'Botched' Ive thought about this too and I thinking taking some not all of it out would solve this issue. Your still have cheeks but it’s not gonna be so hollow in the future. dreamdate Kyle Jenner Reacts To Twitter Jokes About Her Shower’s Water Pressure This comment was condescending as hell.	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1146
__label__cc	0.661437	0.338563	Pankhurst Centre & Elizabeth Gaskell House Trips & Adventures – 12 July 2018 We took the short ride by bus from Piccadilly to the heart of the university area. On the corner of Oxford Road and Nelson Street was a great find – The Turing Tap – a pub dedicated to Alan Turing. It was very popular and served great value food. It was then a short hop to The Pankhurst Centre, a Grade II listed building at 60-62 Nelson Street, Manchester. The Centre is a pair of Victorian villas, of which No 62 was the home of Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters Sylvia, Christabel and Adela and the birthplace of the suffragette movement. The Centre also contains a museum, The Pankhurst Parlour, which has become a memorial to the suffragette movement. Its Edwardian style furnishings evoke the home of Mrs Pankhurst and her daughters. We also watched a short film about the suffragette movement which included an amusing propaganda film by the anti-suffragists. We then walked to 84 Plymouth Grove, now known as Elizabeth Gaskell’s House. The Grade II listed neoclassical villa was the residence of William and Elizabeth Gaskell from 1850 till their deaths in 1884 and 1865 respectively. It was there that Elizabeth Gaskell wrote some of most famous works such as Cranford and North and South. Prior to our visit, there had been many other visitors including Charlotte Brontë, Charles Dickens and Charles Hallé. On one occasion, the meek Brontë even hid behind the curtains in Gaskells’ drawing room as she was too shy to meet the other guests. Peter, however, was not shy and entertained us by playing a tune or two on the piano. The guides were very informative and told us a number of amusing anecdotes. 13/07/2018 07/09/2018 tonyopenshaw Gallery 2 Comments 2 thoughts on “Pankhurst Centre & Elizabeth Gaskell House” Pauline Smith So sorry I missed it but I had to go to the doctors; good news is now that I have no more visits for a year as my BP is under control at last. They really were two of the places I wanted to go to; and I loved the irony of the anti Trump banner and Michael’s cap( big smile). See you all soon, Pauline xxx Tony Openshaw Great news about your blood pressure. Enjoy your visit to Boston! ← Barbara Hepworth Gallery & Summer Gallery Takeover Harrogate →	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1151
__label__cc	0.711652	0.288348	This 2020, Kellye Garrett is mentoring Adult Kellye Garrett writes the Detective by Day mysteries about a semi-famous, mega-broke black actress who takes on the deadliest role of her life: Private Detective. The first, Hollywood Homicide, won the Agatha, Anthony, Lefty, and Independent Publisher “IPPY” awards for best first novel. It was also a 2014 Pitch Wars selection. The second, Hollywood Ending, was featured on the TODAY show’s Best Summer Reads of 2019 and was nominated for both Anthony and Lefty awards. Prior to writing novels, Kellye spent eight years working in Hollywood, including a stint writing for Cold Case. She now works for a leading media company, serves on the Board of Directors for Sisters in Crime, and is a co-founder of Crime Writers of Color. She met her agent, Michelle Richter of Fuse Literary, through the 2014 Pitch Wars Agent Showcase and has served as a mentor since 2015. She was also Managing Director for the program’s 2018 class and still serves on the Pitch Wars committee. Kellye’s currently writing a Megan Miranda-esque #ownvoices domestic suspense novel about a woman looking into the overdose death of a one-time reality star found within blocks of her house—her own estranged younger sister. You can learn more about Kellye at KellyeGarrett.com. Fuse Literary For Pitch Wars 2020, Kellye Garrett is co-mentoring with Mia P. Manansala. Other Published Works Hollywood Homicide (Midnight Ink, August 2020) The Kinsey Millhone novels by Sue Grafton The Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich The Detective Lou Norton mysteries by Rachel Howzell Hall The Spenser novels by Robert B. Parker and (now) Ace Atkins The Tamara Hayle mysteries by Valerie Wilson-Wesley	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1190
__label__cc	0.71563	0.28437	Plant Physiology: News and Views Phosphoregulation within the photorespiratory cycle: regulate smarter – adapt better? July 1, 2020 /in Plant Physiology, Plant Physiology: News and Views, Research /by Linda Palmer Marc-Sven Roell1 ORCID ID: 0000-0003-2714-8729 1Institute of Plant Biochemistry, Heinrich-Heine University Düsseldorf, Universitätsstrasse 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany marc-sven.roell@hhu.de To cope with various abiotic and biotic stress factors, plants must be facile in adapting cellular metabolism. In particular, they have to adjust photosynthesis and balance associated metabolism. Heat and drought stress strengthen plant photorespiration, a metabolic process resulting from Rubisco oxygenase activity (Busch, 2020). Rubisco oxygenase activity results in the production of 2-phosphoglycolate, a toxic intermediate that needs to be rapidly detoxified via the photorespiratory cycle to avoid inhibition of several Calvin-Benson-Bassham cycle enzymes (Fernie and Bauwe, 2020). The interconnection with associated metabolism, in particular the nitrogen cycle, demand a precise regulation of photorespiration depending on the environmental circumstances (Eisenhut et al., 2019). In order to achieve short term regulation of photorespiratory fluxes, the activities of several photorespiratory enzymes are regulated by post-translational modifications, including S-nitrosylation and phosphorylation (Hodges et al., 2016). In this Plant Physiology issue, Liu et al. (2020) demonstrate a novel regulatory mechanism that depends on co-factor switching mediated by phosphorylation of the photorespiratory enzyme hydroxypyruvate reductase 1 (HPR1) in Arabidopsis thaliana (Fig. 1). Under changing environmental conditions, the phosphorylation-dependent changes in HPR1 co-factor specificity allow the regulation of photorespiratory fluxes. HPR catalyzes the second to last step of photorespiration, converting hydroxypyruvate into glycerate, while reducing a pyridine co-factor, preferentially NADH. In photosynthetic leaves peroxisomal HPR1 accounts for up to 80 % of HPR activity (Liu et al., 2020). The central role of HPR1 in photorespiration is supported by the retarded growth phenotype of the hpr1-1 loss-of function mutant in air (Fig. 1). Based on previous knowledge of the likely HPR1 phosphorylation site, Liu et al. (2020) demonstrate that mimicking HPR1 phosphorylation at T335 (HPR1T335D) shifted HPR activity towards NADPH-dependency. Speaking in numbers, the catalytic efficiency for NADPH-dependent HPR1 activity was increased by 35 %, while the NADH-dependent activity was reduced by 50 %. Consequently, HPR1T335D was more specific for hydroxypyruvate as substrate for HPR activity in the presence of NADPH (31 % increase) compared to NADH (56 % reduction). Homology based modeling revealed that the position of the phosphorylated threonine residue is within an α-helix connecting the substrate binding- and co-factor binding domain. Structural changes upon threonine phosphorylation can explain the observed effects regarding co-factor- and substrate specificity (Fig. 1). {Figure 1: Phosphorylation of HPR1 at T335 alters co-factor specificity and impacts Arabidopsis growth in air. A) HPR1 catalyzes the reduction of hydroxypyruvate to glycerate upon NADH oxidation. Phosphorylation at T335 shifts HPR1 co-factor specificity towards NADPH. B) Complementation of the hpr1-1 mutant with a non-phosphorylated HPR1 (HPRF 335A), a mimicked phosphorylation HPR1 (HPR1T3350 ) and wildtype HPR1 (HPR1WT). Co/-0 served as wildtype control. Figure A) was generated with BioRender (BioRender.com, Toronto, Canada). Figure B) was adapted from Liu et al. (2020)} Liu et al. (2020) complemented the hpr1-1 photorespiratory phenotype in planta to assess the effects of HPR1 phosphorylation at T335. Whereas, wild-type HPR1 and non-phosphorylated HPR1 fully complemented the photorespiratory hpr1-1 mutant phenotype in air, HPR1T335D only partially rescued the phenotype (Fig. 1). In planta, HPR1T335D also preferentially catalyzed NADPH-dependent HPR activity, consistent with the biochemical data using purified HPR1T335D protein. The partial complementation of the hpr1-1 phenotype implies that constitutive HPR1 phosphorylation is obstructive under optimal growth conditions in air. Indeed, HPR1 phosphorylation negatively influenced photosynthetic CO2-assimilation due to disturbed photorespiration, shown by decreased levels of photorespiratory metabolites (glycerate, glycine and glyoxylate). It remains to be proven, if the reduced levels of photorespiratory metabolite are due to a feedback inhibition of the peroxisomal serine:glyoxylate aminotransferase or reduced chloroplastic export of glycolate via the plastidial glycolate/glycerate transporter 1 (Pick et al., 2013). The study by Liu et al. (2020) provides evidence for a novel regulatory mechanism within the photorespiratory cycle. In contrast to previous studies that focused on altered enzymatic activity of photorespiratory enzymes upon post-translational modifications, phosphorylation of HPR1 changes co-factor specificity. The shift from NADH towards NADPH for the HPR1 catalyzed step of photorespiration allows the adaptation of photorespiratory fluxes in response to altered environmental conditions that directly influence cellular NADH/ NADPH ratios. Moreover, co-factor switching allows the cell to modulate the peroxisomal NADH/ NADPH ratio by HPR1 activity. However, the advantages of altering co-factor specificity as an adaptive mechanism under changing environmental conditions have to be proven. Further, open questions remain regarding the in vivo functions of the other HPR isoforms (Timm et al., 2011), as well as the regulation of both isoforms in the context of photorespiration. Busch FA (2020) Photorespiration in the context of Rubisco biochemistry, CO2 diffusion and metabolism. Plant J 101: 919–939 Eisenhut M, Roell M-S, Weber APM (2019) Mechanistic understanding of photorespiration paves the way to a new green revolution. New Phytol 15: 330–8 Fernie AR, Bauwe H (2020) Wasteful, essential, evolutionary stepping stone? The multiple personalities of the photorespiratory pathway. The Plant Journal. doi: 10.1111/tpj.14669 Hodges M, Dellero Y, Keech O, Betti M, Raghavendra AS, Sage R, Zhu X-G, Allen DK, Weber APM (2016) Perspectives for a better understanding of the metabolic integration of photorespiration within a complex plant primary metabolism network. J Exp Bot 67: 3015–3026 Liu Y, Guérard F, Hodges M, Jossier M (2020) Phospho-mimetic T335D HPR1 modifies cofactor specificity and impacts Arabidopsis growth in air. Plant Physiol https://doi.org/10.1104/pp.19.01225 Pick TR, Bräutigam A, Schulz MA, Obata T, Fernie AR, Weber APM (2013) PLGG1, a plastidic glycolate glycerate transporter, is required for photorespiration and defines a unique class of metabolite transporters. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 110: 3185–3190 Timm S, Florian A, Jahnke K, Nunes-Nesi A, Fernie AR, Bauwe H (2011) The hydroxypyruvate-reducing system in Arabidopsis: Multiple enzymes for the same end. Plant Physiol 155: 694–705 Plantae Presents: Caroline Dean and Jorge Casal It takes two to tango: two GNOMs have to activate ARF1 together	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1191
__label__wiki	0.920085	0.920085	University of Oxford - Department of Economics Oxford, OX1 3BJ Tel: 44 1865 271084 Fax: 44 1865 271094 The Impacts of Industrial and Entrepreneurial Work on Income and Health: Experimental Evidence from Ethiopia Downloads 3,688 ( 3,106) Number of pages: 84 Posted: 27 Sep 2016 Last Revised: 10 Oct 2017 Christopher Blattman and Stefan Dercon University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy and University of Oxford - Department of Economics wage labor, factories, employment, entrepreneurship, cash transfers, field experiment Occupational Choice in Early Industrializing Societies: Experimental Evidence on the Income and Health Effects of Industrial and Entrepreneurial Work Poverty and Inequality in Ethiopia: 1995/96 - 2004/05 Stefan Dercon, John Hoddinott and Tassew Woldehanna University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Cornell University, Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Students and Addis Ababa University poverty, Ethiopia, inequality The Future in Mind: Aspirations and Forward-Looking Behaviour in Rural Ethiopia Bernard Tanguy, Stefan Dercon, Kate Orkin and Alemayehu Seyoum Taffesse International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), University of Oxford - Department of Economics, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and International Fool Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) - CGIAR International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), University of Oxford - Department of Economics, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) This is a CEPR Discussion Paper. CEPR charges a fee of $8.00 for this paper. Consumption Risk, Technology Adoption, and Poverty Traps: Evidence from Ethiopia World Bank Policy Research Working Paper No. 4257 Stefan Dercon and Luc Christiaensen University of Oxford - Department of Economics and World Bank Economic Theory & Research, Financial Intermediation, Consumption, Insurance & Risk Mitigation, Inequality Consumption Risk, Technology Adoption and Poverty Traps: Evidence From Ethiopia World Economy & Finance Research Programme Working Paper No. 0035 Technology adoption, Fertiliser, Risk, Poverty trap, Ethiopia Is Green Growth Good for the Poor? Environmental Economics & Policies, Rural Poverty Reduction, Achieving Shared Growth, Economic Theory & Research, Climate Change Economics In Sickness and in Health: Risk Sharing within Households in Rural Ethiopia Stefan Dercon and Pramila Krishnan University of Oxford - Department of Economics and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Livelihoods, Growth, and Links to Market Towns in 15 Ethiopian Villages FCND Discussion Paper No. 194 Stefan Dercon and John Hoddinott University of Oxford - Department of Economics and Cornell University, Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Students Livelihoods, Rural-urban linkages, TRANSPORT, POVERTY, Ethiopia Property Rights in a Very Poor Country: Tenure Insecurity and Investment in Ethiopia Daniel Ayalew Ali, Stefan Dercon and Madhur Ghautam World Bank - Development Research Group (DECRG), University of Oxford - Department of Economics and World Bank Common Property Resource Development, Forestry, Municipal Housing and Land, Rural Development Knowledge & Information Systems, Urban Housing Teacher Shocks and Student Learning: Evidence from Zambia Jishnu Das, Stefan Dercon, James P. Habyarimana and Pramila Krishnan Georgetown University, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Georgetown University and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Collective Action and Vulnerability: Burial Societies in Rural Ethiopia Stefan Dercon, John Hoddinott, Pramila Krishnan and Tassew Woldehanna University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Cornell University, Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Students, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and Addis Ababa University collective action, burial societies, shocks, vulnerability, poverty The Price of Empowerment: Experimental Evidence on Land Titling in Tanzania Daniel Ayalew Ali, Matthew Collin, Klaus Deininger, Stefan Dercon, Justin Sandefur and Andrew Zeitlin World Bank - Development Research Group (DECRG), University of Oxford, World Bank - Development Economics Group (DEC), University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Center for Global Development and Georgetown University Markets and Market Access, Economic Theory & Research, Banks & Banking Reform, Municipal Housing and Land, Political Economy Center for Global Development Working Paper No. 369 land titling, formalization, gender, field experiment, Tanzania Some Economic Consequences of the Transition from Civil War to Peace Number of pages: 150 Posted: 20 Apr 2016 Jean-Paul Azam, Paul Collier, David Bevan, Stefan Dercon, Jan Willem Gunning and Sanjay Pradhan University of Toulouse I - Advanced Research in Quantitative Applied Development Economics (ARQADE), University of Oxford - Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, School of Business and Economics and World Bank Debt Markets, Emerging Markets, Economic Theory & Research, Investment and Investment Climate The Impact of Agricultural Extension and Roads on Poverty and Consumption Growth in Fifteen Ethiopian Villages Stefan Dercon, Daniel O. Gilligan, John Hoddinott and Tassew Woldehanna University of Oxford - Department of Economics, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Cornell University, Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Students and Addis Ababa University poverty, Ethiopia, consumption growth, roads, extension American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Vol. 91, Issue 4, pp. 1007-1021, 2009 Stefan Dercon, Daniel O. Gilligan and Tassew Woldehanna University of Oxford - Department of Economics, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and Addis Ababa University File name: AJAE.pdf Ethiopia, extension, growth, poverty, roads American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Vol. 91, No. 4, pp. 1007-1021, November 2009 Risk Sharing in Labour Markets Tinbergen Institute Discussion Paper No. 03-077/2 Arne Bigsten, Paul Collier, Stefan Dercon, Marcel Fafchamps, Bernard Gauthier, Jan Willem Gunning, Abena Oduro, Remco Oostendorp, Catherine A. Pattillo, Francis Teal, Måns Söderbom and Albert Zeufack University of Gothenburg, University of Oxford - Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Stanford University - Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, HEC Montreal, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, School of Business and Economics, Centre for Policy Analysis (CEPA), Vrije Universiteit, International Monetary Fund (IMF) - Research Division, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and World Bank Chronic Poverty and All that: The Measurement of Poverty Over Time Chronic Poverty Research Centre Working Paper No. 89 Cesar Calvo and Stefan Dercon affiliation not provided to SSRN and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Poverty, Chronic Poverty, Poverty Dynamics, Ethiopia Migration and Economic Mobility in Tanzania: Evidence from a Tracking Survey Kathleen Beegle, Joachim De Weerdt and Stefan Dercon World Bank - Development Research Group (DECRG), University of Antwerp - Institute of Development Policy and Management and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Population Policies, Youth and Governance, Consumption, Rural Poverty Reduction, Access to Finance CEPR Discussion Paper No. DP7759 Africa, growth, migration, tracking survey When Can School Inputs Improve Test Scores? Jishnu Das, Stefan Dercon, James Paul Habyarimana and Pramila Krishnan Georgetown University, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, affiliation not provided to SSRN and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Housing & Human Habitats, Environmental Economics & Policies, Teaching and Learning, Economic Theory & Research, Economic Conditions and Volatility, Economics of Education Growth, Poverty and Chronic Poverty in Rural Ethiopia: Evidence from 15 Communities 1994-2004 poverty, chronic poverty, Ethiopia Offering Rainfall Insurance to Informal Insurance Groups: Evidence from a Field Experiment in Ethiopia Stefan Dercon, Ruth Vargas Hill, Daniel Clarke, Ingo Outes-Leon and Alemayehu Seyoum Taffesse University of Oxford - Department of Economics, World Bank, University of Oxford, University of Oxford and International Fool Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) - CGIAR insurance, risk-sharing, Ethiopia The Long-Run Impact of Orphanhood Stefan Dercon, Joachim De Weerdt and Kathleen Beegle University of Oxford - Department of Economics, University of Antwerp - Institute of Development Policy and Management and World Bank - Development Research Group (DECRG) Health Monitoring & Evaluation, Street Children, Youth and Governance, Primary Education, Population Policies Growth and Poverty in Rural Ethiopia: Evidence from 15 Communities 1994-2004 Chronic Poverty Report 2008-09 Aspirations, Poverty and Education: Evidence from India Pieter M. Serneels and Stefan Dercon University of Oxford - Centre for the Study of African Economies (CSAE) and University of Oxford - Department of Economics education, aspirations, poverty Changes in Living Standards in Villages in India 1975-2004: Revisiting the Icrisat Village Level Studies Reena Badiani, Stefan Dercon and Pramila Krishnan affiliation not provided to SSRN, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Poverty Dynamics, India, Data, Education, Nutrition Adjustment Costs, Irreversibility and Investment Patterns in African Manufacturing Stefan Dercon, Marcel Fafchamps and Bernard Gauthier University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Stanford University - Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies and HEC Montreal African manufacturing investment adjustment costs duration dependence nonparametric methods unobserved heterogeneity School Inputs, Household Substitution, and Test Scores Jishnu Das, Stefan Dercon, James P. Habyarimana, Pramila Krishnan, Karthik Muralidharan and Venkatesh Sundararaman Georgetown University, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Georgetown University, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and World Bank Tertiary Education, Education For All, Access to Finance, Teaching and Learning, Disability Biased Policy Professionals Sheheryar Banuri, Stefan Dercon and Varun Gauri University of East Anglia (UEA) - School of Economic and Social Studies, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and World Bank Inequality, Public Sector Administrative and Civil Service Reform, Democratic Government, Non Governmental Organizations, Economics and Institutions, Public Sector Management and Reform, Public Sector Administrative & Civil Service Reform, De Facto Governments behavioural economics, bureaucracy, evidence-based policy making Adult Mortality and Consumption Growth in the Age of Hiv/Aids Population Policies, Consumption, Housing & Human Habitats, Poverty Lines, Inequality Nonlinear Dynamics of Livestock Assets: Evidence from Ethiopia IFPRI Discussion Paper 01215 Bjorn Van Campenhout and Stefan Dercon International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and University of Oxford - Department of Economics poverty traps, livestock assets, multiple equilibria Impacts of Industrial and Entrepreneurial Jobs on Youth: 5-Year Experimental Evidence on Factory Job Offers and Cash Grants in Ethiopia University of Chicago, Becker Friedman Institute for Economics Working Paper No. 2019-65 Christopher Blattman, Stefan Dercon and Simon Franklin University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE) - Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) industrial jobs, entrepreneurship, labor, development, self-employment, productivity, micro-enterprise This is a National Bureau of Economic Research Paper. NBER charges a fee of $5.00 for this paper. File name: nber.pdf Political Connections and Social Networks in Targeted Transfer Programs: Evidence from Rural Ethiopia Bet Caeyers and Stefan Dercon Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Africa, food aid, political economy, targeting, transfers School Meals as a Safety Net: An Evaluation of the Midday Meal Scheme in India Stefan Dercon, Albert Park and Abhijeet Singh University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST) and University of Oxford health, India, nutrition, school meals Undernutrition and Psychosocial Competencies: Evidence from Four Countries Stefan Dercon and Alan Sánchez University of Oxford - Department of Economics and Grupo de Analisis para el Desarrollo (GRADE) human capital, non-cognitive skills, psychosocial competencies, undernutrition Aid and Agency in Africa: Explaining Food Disbursements Across Ethiopian Households, 1994-2004 Nzinga H. Broussard, Stefan Dercon and Rohini Somanathan delete, University of Oxford - Department of Economics and University of Delhi - Department of Economics Africa, food aid, political economy cash transfers, employment, entrepreneurship, factories, field experiment, wage labor Regulation, Minimum Wage and Informality: Introduction to Symposium Review of Development Economics, Vol. 21, Issue 4, pp. 935-938, 2017 Number of pages: 4 Posted: 13 Nov 2017 Kaushik Basu, Stefan Dercon, Ravi Kanbur and Jan Svejnar Cornell University - Department of Economics, University of Oxford - Department of Economics, Cornell University and School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University, NY, USA File name: RODE.pdf Insurance Companies of the Poor Tessa Bold and Stefan Dercon Stockholm University - Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES) and University of Oxford - Department of Economics institutions, insurance, limited commitment, savings, social capital Agriculture in African Development: Theories and Strategies Annual Review of Resource Economics, Vol. 6, Issue 1, pp. 471-492, 2014 Stefan Dercon and Douglas Gollin University of Oxford - Department of Economics and Oxford Department of International Development Live Aid Revisited: Long-Term Impacts of the 1984 Ethiopian Famine on Children Ethiopia, Famine, Human Development The Political Economy of Development: An Assessment Oxford Review of Economic Policy, Vol. 25, No. 2, pp. 173-189, 2009 Christopher Scott Adam and Stefan Dercon University of Oxford and University of Oxford - Department of Economics political economy, economic development, D70, O10 Rural Poverty: Old Challenges in New Contexts The World Bank Research Observer, Vol. 24, No. 1, pp. 1-28, 2009 O41, Q10, O55 Prices, Unit Values and Local Measurement Units in Rural Surveys: An Econometric Approach with an Application to Poverty Measurement in Ethiopia Journal of African Economies, Vol. 15, No. 2, pp. 181-211, June 2006 Bart Capéau and Stefan Dercon KU Leuven and University of Oxford - Department of Economics Income Risk, Coping Strategies, and Safety Nets World Bank Research Observer, Vol. 17, No. 2, pp. 141-166, Fall 2002 Orphanhood and the Long-Run Impact on Children American Journal of Agricultural Economics, Vol. 88, No. 5, pp. 1266-1272, December 2006 Posted: 20 Nov 2006	cc/2021-04/en_middle_0046.json.gz/line1196

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