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Uri Gonda | אורי גונדה
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Uri Gonda is a startup coach and institutional innovation architect who has coached over 1,200 startup founders, corporate intrapreneurs and their teams creating more than $850M in business value.
As senior Entrepreneur in Residence at Citi Ventures, Uri led the coaching curriculum for Citigroup’s D10XSM incubator, setting up a permanent capability to support 100 startups founded by intrapreneurs from Citi’s +200K employees globally, across the consumer bank and institutional clients group, that serve 200M customer accounts in 160 countries and facilitate +$3 trillion in financial flows.
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New treatment modalities with vaccine therapy in renal cell carcinoma p. 119
Mehmet Giray Sonmez, Leyla Öztürk Sönmez
The aim of implementing vaccine therapy is to activate immune response against malignant cells by overcoming the tolerance triggered by the tumor. These treatments are effective using the immune response against cancer. Not every type of cancer is suitable for vaccine therapies. For a vaccine therapy to be implemented, cancer should be immunogenic and contain tissue-specific proteins, should have a slow progression, and treatments should be feasible. For that reason, studies regarding urological cancers are mostly focused on the kidneys and the prostate. Vaccine therapies used in renal cell carcinoma (RCC) can be categorized under the following titles: autologous tumor cells, dendritic cells, genetically modified tumor cells, and protein/peptide. Although there are old studies on the implementation of vaccine therapies in RCC, researches have only been intensified recently. In addition to their effective potential for lengthening general survival, decreasing tumor burden and cancer development in long term, vaccine treatments are especially effective in metastatic RCC patients. We think that vaccine treatments would be applied more in near future since RCC are immunogenic. In this compilation, we will discuss vaccine therapies used in RCC, which urologists are not so familiar with, in the light of the up-to-date literature.
Guideline on writing a case report p. 126
Basim Saleh Alsaywid, Nada Mansour Abdulhaq
Research is an important competency that should be mastered by medical professionals. It provides an opportunity for physicians to develop numerous skills including communication, collaboration, time management, and teamwork. Case report, as a research design, describes important scientific observations that are encountered in a clinical setting to expand our knowledge base. Preparing a case report is far easier than conducting any other elaborative research design. Case report, with its main components, should be focused and delivers a clear message. In this article, the key components of a case report were described with the aim of providing guidance to novice authors to improve the quality of their reporting.
Lower urinary tract symptoms and feeling of incomplete emptying in Saudi Arabian men and its correlation with postvoid residual urine p. 132
Reem Aldamanhori
Purpose: This study was conducted to assess the clinical value of postvoid residual (PVR) urine measurement and associate it with the feeling of incomplete emptying in men with lower urinary tract symptoms. Methods: Two hundred men were surveyed in the King Fahd Hospital of the University. Patients who had previous urological surgery and patients who are currently on urology treatment were excluded. Information from the remaining 181 patients was analyzed. International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) sheets were filed, and then, the PVR was measured. Results: Data from IPSS sheets were evaluated: 45 patients (24.8%) were characterized as experiencing no symptoms (Score: 0 and 1), 87 (48%) as mild-to-moderate symptoms (Score: 2 and 3), and 49 (27%) as severe symptoms (Score: 4 and 5). The PVR measurement showed no statistical difference in all three categories (being 10, 13, and 12, respectively). Feeling of incomplete emptying despite little PVR was frequently observed. Conclusion: The study concluded that the feeling of incomplete emptying was poorly correlated with PVR urine volume measurement. This feeling was significantly associated with worsening of both voiding and storage symptoms.
Incidence of prostate cancer among patients with prostate-related urinary symptoms: A single institution series in 10 years p. 135
Khalid M Alotaibi
Purpose: The aim of the study is to correlate between the value of digital rectal examination (DRE), serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA), and transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) as predictors for diagnosing prostate cancer in patients with voiding symptoms. Materials and Methods: A total of 1610 male patients seen over a period of 10 years in a single institution had prostate-related voiding problems. Routine studies including DRE and serum PSA were done to all patients. TRUS and TRUS biopsy were performed for patients with suspected prostatic cancer based on abnormal DRE findings and/or serum PSA levels. Results: TRUS biopsy revealed prostate cancer in 206 out of 1610 patients with prostate-related voiding problems (13%), 40% had abnormal PSA and 28% had abnormal DRE. Combined abnormal PSA and DRE revealed cancer in 63% of patients. This percentage increased to 90% when TRUS was also abnormal, but dropped to 54% when TRUS was normal. Conclusions: DRE together with serum PSA and TRUS have the highest predictable values for diagnosis of prostate cancer among patients with voiding symptoms. In the absence of abnormal TRUS, PSA and DRE together are more predictable than either alone. Serum PSA alone is more predictable than DRE. Random prostate biopsies should be performed in the presence of high serum PSA, and/or abnormal findings by DRE in male patients with urinary symptoms suggestive of the prostate disease.
Pain and anxiety assessment during cystourethroscopy in males using voiding instruction: A prospective, randomized controlled study p. 139
Debansu Sarkar, Kunal Kapoor, Dilip Kumar Pal
Introduction: Office cystourethroscopy is one of the common and most frequent urological procedures. Pain and anxiety during the procedure might lead to noncompliance and incomplete cystoscopic examination. Negotiating cystoscope through external sphincter is the most painful and uncomfortable distressing part of cystoscopy. To overcome this, manual compression of irrigation bag during cystoscopy has been used and found to be helpful. Numerous other methods were also studied. Despite these, cystoscopy is still painful and causes anxiety in patients. External sphincter gets relaxed naturally during the act of micturition. Based on this principle, pain and anxiety were studied with voiding instruction during cystourethroscopy. Objective: To study the effect of voiding instruction on anxiety and pain during cystourethroscopy using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) and visual analogue scale (VAS), in a well-matched Eastern Indian male patient population in a prospective, randomized pattern. Methods: A total of 100 male patients were recruited from those who underwent cystourethroscopy examination in SSKM Hospital and were prospectively randomized into two groups: cystoscopy with or without voiding instruction. Pre- and postprocedure HAM-A score and postprocedure VAS score were recorded. Results: The mean postprocedural pain (VAS) score between voiding instructed and noninstructed groups reached statistical significance: 3.06 ± 1.98 (Range, 2–5) and 5.16 ± 2.86 (Range, 4–8), respectively (P < 0.001). Preprocedure HAM-A score was similar between both groups. Postprocedure median HAM-A score was statistically significantly lower (mean 17.86 ± 2.8 vs. 19.76 ± 3.12; P < 0.001) in voiding instructed group. Conclusion: Pain and anxiety level during cystourethroscopy examination in males can be significantly reduced when the patient is instructed to void during cystourethroscopy examination.
Effectiveness of bladder tumor antigen quantitative test in the diagnosis of bladder carcinoma in a schistosoma endemic area p. 143
Abubakar Sadiq Muhammad, Ismaila Arzika Mungadi, Nnaemeka Ndodo Darlington, Garba Diffa Kalayi
Introduction: Bladder carcinoma is the most common male cancer in our environment due to endemicity of schistosomiasis. Squamous-cell carcinoma is the most common histological type and patients present at an advanced stage. The objective of this study is to compare the sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values of the bladder tumor antigen quantitative test (BTA TRAK) and urine cytology in the diagnosis of bladder carcinoma in a schistosoma endemic area. Materials and Methods: This is a 12-month cross-sectional study of 88 patients, 52 of them with features of bladder carcinoma as study group, and 36 of them with hematuria from other urologic conditions, and benign urologic conditions and healthy volunteers as control group (CG). The mean ages of patients in the study and CGs were 47.17 ± 17.00 and 44.19 ± 18.89 years, respectively (P = 0.412). Bladder tumor antigen was assayed using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.0 for Windows. Results: The sensitivity of urine cytology and BTA TRAK in the study was 29.1% and 98.8%, respectively. The specificity of urine cytology and BTA TRAK was 95.5% and 13.6%, respectively (P = 0.05). The positive predictive values of urine cytology and BTA TRAK in the study were 96.2% and 81.7%, respectively. The negative predictive values were 25.0% and 75.0% for urine cytology and BTA TRAK, respectively. Conclusion: BTA TRAK is more sensitive but poorly specific as compared to that of the urine cytology for bladder cell carcinoma detection in a schistosoma endemic area.
Investigation of the reasons for withdrawal from long-term treatment with mirabegron of treatment-naïve Japanese female patients with overactive bladder in the real-world clinical setting p. 149
Yoshinori Tanaka, Yasushi Tanuma, Naoya Masumori, Hirofumi Ohnishi
Purpose: The persistence of treatment with mirabegron and the reasons for withdrawal from the treatment among treatment-naïve Japanese female patients with overactive bladder (OAB) were prospectively investigated for 3 years in the real-world clinical setting. Materials and Methods: A total of 62 treatment-native Japanese female patients clinically diagnosed with OAB were treated with mirabegron and prospectively followed for 3 years. The persistence rate was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method. If mirabegron had to be terminated or a patient did not come to the hospital to receive a prescription, the reasons for withdrawal from treatment were determined. Results: The 6-month, 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year persistence rates were 51.6%, 38.7%, 32.3%, and 25.8%, respectively. The most frequent reasons for withdrawal from treatment with mirabegron were symptom resolution (38.7%), deterioration of comorbidity unrelated to OAB (12.9%), lack of efficacy (8.1%), and adverse events (4.8%). Conclusions: The persistence rate of treatment with mirabegron among treatment-naïve Japanese female patients with OAB is low for 3 years in the real-world clinical setting. Many patients discontinue the treatment for various reasons, the most frequent of which is symptom resolution. These findings provide important considerations for clinicians whose patients are continuing medication for OAB.
Evaluation of response in patients of metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer undergoing systemic radiotherapy with lutetium177-prostate-specific membrane antigen: A comparison between response evaluation criteria in solid tumors, positron-emission tomography response criteria in solid tumors, European organization for research and treatment of cancer, and MDA criteria assessed by gallium 68-prostate-specific membrane antigen positron-emission tomography-computed tomography p. 155
Manoj Gupta, Partha Sarathi Choudhury, Sudhir Rawal, Harish Chandra Goel, Shriram Avinash Rao
Introduction: We evaluated various morphological and molecular response criteria in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (PCa) patient undergoing peptide receptor radioligand therapy (PRLT) with Lutetium177-prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) by using Gallium 68-PSMA positron-emission tomography-computed tomography (Ga68-PSMA PET-CT). Methods: A total of 46 pre- and 8–12 weeks' post-PRLT Ga68-PSMA PET-CT studies were reanalyzed (23 comparisons). Prostate-specific antigen drop of ≥50% and ≥25% increase was considered as partial response (PR) and progressive disease (PD), respectively, for biochemical response (BR) while change in-between was considered as stable disease (SD). Response evaluation criteria in solid tumors 1.1 (RECIST 1.1) and MD Anderson (MDA) criteria for morphological response while PET response criteria in solid tumors 1.0 (PERCIST 1.0) and European organization for research and treatment of cancer (EORTC) criteria for molecular response were used. Kappa coefficient was derived to see the level of agreement. Results: The proportion of PD, PR, and SD by BR and RECIST criteria was 9 (39.13%), 3 (13.04%), and 11 (47.83%) and 5 (21.74%), 2 (8.70%), and 16 (69.57%), respectively. The proportion of PD, PR, and SD was same by PERCIST and EORTC criteria and which were 8 (34.78%), 5 (21.74%), and 10 (43.48%). The proportion of PD, PR, and SD by MDA criteria was 1 (4.35%), 1 (4.35%), and 21 (91.30%), respectively. Poor agreement between BR and both morphological criteria while a statistically significant agreement with both molecular criteria seen. Conclusion: We concluded that molecular criteria performed better than morphological criteria in response assessment by Ga68-PSMA PET-CT in metastatic castration resistant PCa patients undergoing PRLT.
Effects of fluid absorption following percutaneous nephrolithotomy: Changes in blood cell indices and electrolytes p. 163
Dipti Saxena, Divyangna Sapra, Atul Dixit, Saurabh Chipde, Santosh Agarwal
Background and Aims: Effects of fluid absorption on hematological profile in the immediate postoperative period in patients undergoing percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) have not been given due importance. Considering the limited number of studies available, we conducted this study to evaluate the changes in hemodynamics, complete blood count (CBC), and electrolytes in patients undergoing PCNL using normal saline for irrigation in the prone position. Furthermore, we evaluated the common factors known to affect the absorption. Materials and Methods: Forty American Society of Anesthesiologist Class I or II patients aged 18–65 years were recruited who underwent PCNL under general anesthesia. Heart rate, blood pressure (BP), CBC, and serum electrolytes were recorded preoperatively and just before extubation and compared using the Student's t-test. Correlation of these changes with height and total volume of irrigating fluid, total time of irrigation, duration of operation, and total intravenous fluids administered intraoperatively were performed using the Pearson's correlation coefficient. Results: There was a statistically significant fall in mean hemoglobin (12.5 g/dL to 11.5 g/dL), packed cell volume (38.6%–35.6%), platelet count (2.9 × 105 cells/μL to 2.5 × 105 cells/μL), and sodium ion concentration (Na+) (138.9 meq/L to 137.7 meq/L) in the immediate postoperative period as compared to that of the preoperative values. Rest of the blood indices and electrolytes did not show any significant change. There was a significant rise in postoperative heart rate and BP. Postoperative systolic BP showed a significant positive correlation with the total volume of irrigating fluid. No significant correlation was observed with height and total time of irrigation. Conclusion: This study reveals that there is a significant fall in hemoglobin and Na+ during PCNL in the immediate postoperative period. Only, total volume of irrigating fluid and total duration of surgery had a significant correlation with blood cell indices.
Practice patterns in ordering a voiding cystourethrogram for pediatric patients among different specialties in a Middle Eastern Tertiary care center p. 168
Mohammad Hout, Bilal Aoun, Lamya Ann Atweh, Ali Merhe, Yaser El-Hout
Introduction: Voiding cystourethrogram (VCUG) is a very popular test performed to evaluate genitourinary tract anomalies. Nevertheless, this test can be overused and can lead to unnecessary patient discomfort, radiation exposure, and cost. We sought to study the practice patterns in ordering a VCUG in a Middle Eastern tertiary care center. Methods: Over a period of 3 years, a retrospective analysis of all VCUG images done for pediatric patients in a single center was made. Further clinical details were extracted from the electronic health records. The specialty of an ordering physician and the reported indication for the procedure were noted. Indications for VCUG were recorded based on the AAP 2011 guidelines, NICE guidelines 2007, and ACR 2011 guidelines. Based on these criteria, patients were analyzed. Results: A total of 92 VCUGs were evaluated. Of all VCUGs done, pediatricians ordered the most VCUGs (50/92), followed by pediatric infectious disease (16/92), pediatric nephrology (9/92), pediatric urology (7/92), adult urology (5/92), pediatric surgery (3/92), obstetrician-gynecologist (1/92), and emergency medicine (1/92). Properly indicated VCUGs were 50% by general pediatrics, 55% by pediatric infectious disease, 45% by pediatric nephrology, 40% by adult urology, 33% by pediatric surgery, and 100% by pediatric urology. Conclusion: VCUG is utilized differently by different specialties. In some centers, adult specialties may order a pediatric VCUG. General pediatricians order VCUG the most with a tendency for misuse in up to 50%. Pediatric urology is not the most ordering specialty of VCUG; however, it utilizes it most appropriately. The noted practice patterns may be improved with awareness of the indications and limitations of the study and with proper referral.
Single-step dilatation in percutaneous nephrolithotomy, its safety and efficacy: A prospective, single-center study p. 171
TD Girisha, Preetham Dev, R Vijaykumar, Sachin Dharwadkar, KM Madappa
Background: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is gold standard technique for the treatment of renal calculi larger than 2 cm or complex renal calculi. Establishment of nephrostomy tract is the important step during PCNL. Hence, this study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of single-step dilatation in patients with renal calculi undergoing PCNL. Methods: This is a prospective, single-center study conducted between August 2014 and December 2017. Patient who underwent PCNL using single-step dilatation between the study period were included in the study. Demographic details, stone characteristics, operative time dilatation time, radiation exposure time, rate of complication and blood transfusion were recorded. Data was analyzed and reported using summary statistics. Results: A total of 332 patients were enrolled in this study. The mean (SD) age was 42.46 (15.53) years and 181 (54.52%) patients were male. Overall, stone clearance rate was 92%. The mean (SD) operative time was 62.74 (29.61) minutes, tract dilatation time was 2.18 (1.05) minutes, and the radiation exposure time was 12.68 (6.45) seconds. Blood transfusion was required in 12(3.6%) patients. No major complications were reported during post-operative period. Conclusion: Single-step dilatation technique is safe, economical and feasible technique with added advantage of lesser time of dilatation, lesser radiation exposure and lesser chance of blood transfusion.
Safety and efficacy of transurethral vaporization of the prostate using plasma kinetic energy: Long-term outcome p. 175
Mahmoud Talat, Abdrabuh Mostafa Abdrabuh, Mohammed Elhelali, Ibrahim Elsotohi, Sayed Eleweedy
Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the long-term efficacy and safety of plasma kinetic vaporization (PKVP) of the prostate for symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. Patients and Methods: Twenty-one patients had been enrolled in this study at Al-Azhar University Hospitals to evaluate their long-term follow-up after PKVP. The outcome was evaluated using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), quality of life (QOL), peak urinary flow rate (Qmax), postvoiding residual (PVR) of urine, prostate volume, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level, and long-term complications of the surgery. Results: Preoperatively, IPSS was 22.14 ± 2.22, QOL score was 4.90 ± 0.54, Qmaxwas 8.97 ± 2.49 ml/s, PVR was 138.5 ± 56.5 ml, prostate volume was 64.32 ± 11.16 ml, and PSA level was 4.18 ± 1.95 ng/ml. Two years' post-PKVP, IPSS decreased to 8.57 ± 5.55, QOL score decreased to 1.90 ± 1.22, Qmaxincreased to 17.17 ± 7.91 ml/s, PVR decreased to 38.81 ± 59.54 ml, prostate volume decreased to 22.45 ± 7.22 ml, and PSA level decreased to 1.59 ± 0.74 ng/ml. One patient (4.8%) developed bulbar urethral stricture, 1 (4.8%) developed bladder neck contracture, and 1 (4.8%) developed meatal stenosis. Erectile dysfunction was reported by two out of 12 patients who were sexually potent before surgery, and retrograde ejaculation was reported by 10 patients (83%). Conclusion: The present study has demonstrated satisfactory good efficacy and safety of PKVP on the long term.
Predictors for severe hemorrhage requiring angioembolization post percutaneous nephrolithotomy: A single-center experience over 3 years p. 180
Amandeep Manjeet Arora, Prakash W Pawar, Ashwin S Tamhankar, Ajit S Sawant, Shankar T Mundhe, Sunil R Patil
Context and Aim: About 1% of the patients undergoing percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) have bleeding severe enough to require angioembolization. We identified factors which could predict severe bleeding post-PCNL and reviewed patients who underwent angioembolization for the same. Settings and Design: This is a single-institutional, retrospective study over a period of 3 years. Subjects and Methods: We retrospectively studied 583 patients undergoing PCNL at our institute from 2013 to 2016. We analyzed nine patients (three from our institute and six referred patients) who underwent angioembolization for severe bleeding post-PCNL. We analyzed the preoperative characteristics, intraoperative findings, and postoperative course of these patients and compared this with those patients who did not have a severe post-PCNL bleeding. Statistical Analysis Used: Fischer's exact test and Chi-square test were used in univariate analysis. Logistic regression analysis was used in multivariate analysis with a value of P < 0.05 considered statistically significant. Results: Three of the 583 patients (0.51%) who underwent PCNL at our institute required embolization to control bleeding. Preoperative characteristics that were significant risk factors for severe bleeding were a history of ipsilateral renal surgery (P = 0.0025) and increased stone complexity (P = 0.006), while significant intraoperative factors were injury to the pelvicalyceal system (P = 0.0005) and multiple access tracts (P = 0.022). Angiography revealed arteriovenous fistula in two patients and a pseudoaneurysm in seven patients. All patients underwent successful superselective angioembolization with preserved renal perfusion in six patients on control angiography postembolization. Conclusions: History of ipsilateral renal surgery, increased stone complexity, multiple access tracts, and injury to the pelvicalyceal system are risk factors predicting severe renal hemorrhage post-PCNL. Early angiography followed by angioembolization should be performed in patients with severe post-PCNL bleeding who fail to respond to conservative measures.
RENAL nephrometry score: Predicting perioperative outcomes following open partial nephrectomy p. 187
Supriya Basu, Imran Ahmad Khan, Ranjit K Das, Ranjan K Dey, Dawood Khan, Vishnu Agarwal
Background: Partial nephrectomy has emerged as a standard treatment for small renal masses offering oncologic control equivalent to radical nephrectomy, with preservation of renal function and evidence for equivalent survival. In this study, we evaluated RENAL nephrometry score (RNS) in predicting perioperative outcomes in patients with partial nephrectomy. Materials and Methods: This was a prospective observational study conducted from February 2016 to August 2017 which included patients who underwent partial nephrectomy. The patients were divided into three groups depending on the complexity scores (low, moderate, and high). Tumors were assigned RNS and tumor-node-metastasis staging of the clinically malignant tumors was done. Blood loss, warm ischemia time (WIT), and surgical complications were assessed. Results: A total of 20 patients underwent open partial nephrectomy during the study. There were 4 (20%) low, 11 (55%) moderate, and 5 (25%) high-complexity lesions. Blood loss was significantly different in three groups. All the cases in high-complexity group were performed with clamping the renal vessels with a mean WIT of 29 min. The overall complication rates were significantly different between the groups (P = 0.007); however, majority of the complications were low grade (Grades I and II) and were managed conservatively. Conclusion: In the present study, RNS was correlated with predicting surgical access route, need for clamping during partial nephrectomy, blood loss, decrease in glomerular filtration rate of operated kidneys, postoperative complications, and tumor grade.
The autologous rectus fascia sheath sacrocolpopexy and sacrohysteropexy, a mesh free alternative in patients with recurrent uterine and vault prolapse: A contemporary series and literature review p. 193
Jai Seth, Bogdan Toia, Hazel Ecclestone, Mahreen Pakzad, Rizwan Hamid, Tamsin Greenwell, Jeremy Ockrim
Introduction: About 40% of women suffer pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in a lifetime. The current standard intervention for vault prolapse is a mesh sacrocolpopexy or sacrohysteropexy. However, patients and surgeons are increasingly hesitant to use mesh given recent the UK and Food and Drug Administration warnings and litigation. A possible alternative is to use autologous tissue to support the vault, as a mesh-free solution. We report the outcomes from an initial series of autologous rectus fascia sheath (RFS) sacrocolpopexy and sacrohysteropexy in patients with complex pelvic floor dysfunction. Patients and Methods: All patients had previous, multiple urological/gynecological surgery and declined standard mesh repairs. All had preoperative videourodynamics and defecating magnetic resonance imaging evaluation. The autologous POP repair was performed using 10–18 cm of rectus sheath with a similar technique to that employing mesh to support the anterior-posterior vaginal walls or encircle the cervix and secured to the sacral promontory. Results: Seven patients with a mean age of 52 (33–64) years underwent autologous RFS POP repair between 2014 and 2017. Mean follow-up is 16 (range 2–33) months. All patients have durable result at last follow-up. No significant complications are reported. Conclusions: This is the first report of patients with complex pelvic floor dysfunction and apical POP being managed with autologous RFS sacrocolpopexy/sacrohysteropexy, and only the second report of a free graft being utilized with success. Autologous RFS sacrocolpopexy/sacrohysteropexy avoids the 10%–15% risks of mesh-related complications. Further studies of long-term durability are needed.
Evaluation of outcome of transurethral needle ablation for treating symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia: A 10-year experience p. 198
Hossam Haroun, Hassan Eltatawy, MG Soliman, Ahmed Tawfik, MM Ragab, Ahmed Ramadan, Magdy Sabaa
Aim: The aim of this study is to report our 10-year experience with transurethral needle ablation (TUNA) to evaluate its outcome on long-term basis. Patients and Methods: A total of 351 patients' records who underwent TUNA procedure for the management of benign prostatic hyperplasia were reviewed. The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) and peak urinary flow rate were evaluated before the procedure, at 3 and 6 months postoperatively, and then yearly for 10 years. For patients complaining of de novo erectile dysfunction, the International Index of Erectile Function-5 was evaluated. Postoperative complications, number of patients who required additional therapeutic modality/other TUNA sessions, or those dropped out during follow-up were all recorded. Results: Three hundred and fifty-one patients who underwent TUNA with fulfillment of our selection criteria were included in the study. The yearly records of included patients showed that patients' baseline IPSS was significantly improved all over the follow-up years. Similarly, the maximum flow rate of the patients was significantly improved during the next 8 years. About 96.4% of patients who underwent TUNA did not require additional therapeutic modality/other TUNA sessions during the 1st-year follow-up. However, by 10 years, 26.4% of patients were offered another TUNA session and shifted to either medical therapy or other minimally invasive therapies. Mild hematuria was the most common complication (85.7%). Urinary retention, urethral stricture, and de novo erectile dysfunction were developed in 15.1%, 1.7%, and 6.8% of patients, respectively. There were no cases of retrograde ejaculation. Conclusion: TUNA can be considered as a relatively effective technique with a good safety profile. The current study demonstrated both significant subjective and objective improvements over 10 and 8 years of follow-up, respectively. It can be considered as a preferable option for patients who prefer surgical option with preservation of their sexual function and fertility.
Outcome of orthotopic sigmoid versus ileal neobladder reconstruction p. 204
Hisham Abdulazim El-Helaly, Mohamed Kamal Saifelnasr, Khaled Mohyeelden Mohamed, Alsayed Saad Abdelaziz, Hamada Ahmed Youssof
Introduction: Radical cystectomy with orthotopic urinary diversion is considered the gold standard for treatment of muscular invasive bladder cancer or high-risk nonmuscular invasive bladder cancer. The choice of orthotopic neobladder reconstruction depends on the clinical outcomes of it and should be planned with the patients, especially the risk of incontinence. Methods: this study included 52 Egyptian patients underwent radical cystectomy and orthotopic neobladder reconstruction with sigmoid (25 patients) and ileal (27 patients) segments. Postoperative clinical outcomes between the sigmoid and ileal neobladder groups were compared. Results: In the present study, 12 intraoperative complications (6 in each group) and 19 postoperative complications (17 in sigmoid and 15 in ileal group) occurred; however, there was no significant difference in the incidence of intraoperative and postoperative complications between both groups. There were no significant differences in the continence status and spontaneous voiding between both groups. There were no significant differences in maximal flow rate and voided volume between both groups. Night voiding frequency in the ileal neobladder patients was significantly smaller than sigmoid neobladder patients. Free flowery showed a significant difference of voiding time and volume in favor of sigmoid neobladder group. Maximum urethral pressure and urethral closing pressure were significantly higher in ileal neobladder group. Conclusions: Both types of neobladder reconstruction resulted in comparatively satisfactory outcomes; however, the voiding function in sigmoid neobladder group appeared to be more favorable than that in ileal neobladder group.
Splenorenal fusion mimicking renal cancer: One case report and literature review p. 211
Ahmed S Zugail, Youness Ahallal, Eva-Maria Comperat, Bertrand Guillonneau
Splenorenal fusion is an extremely rare benign entity. This abnormality is presented in a case of a 29-year-old-male patient. We discuss the distinction between this condition and renal splenosis and their embryology. The course of this condition and modalities of investigation including radiological imaging, management, and pitfalls are reviewed.
Extra-large renal calculi removal using single puncture percutaneous nephrolithotomy p. 214
Parag M Gavande, Harsha P Gavande
With the ever-increasing use of ultrasonography and X rays, renal calculi are being detected while still small thus large renal calculi are becoming less common. Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a gold standard for the treatment of renal calculi >2 cm in size and being widely used worldwide. Here, we present a case of an extra-large kidney stone (10 cm × 7.5 cm and 2.7 cm × 2.3 cm) in a 45-year-old male patient which was removed through a single puncture PCNL.
Plication without degloving – Safe and effective approach for correcting lateral and dorsal penile curvature: Case series p. 217
Hüseyin Cihan Demirel, Cumhur Yeşildal, Musab Ilgi, Ahmet Tevfik Albayrak, Emre Aykanlı, Sinan Levent Kireççi
Penile curvature deformities are often manageable with surgical reconstruction methods. We aimed to show the safety and efficacy of ventral and dorsal plication techniques without degloving in our two patients who have penile curvature. Two young adults, aged 20 and 23 years, presented to our clinic with lateral and dorsal penile curvatures. This problem has been sustaining since their teenage. Following the required preparations, two surgical techniques were used, namely Nesbit and Lue's “16-dot” technique. Patients completed a satisfaction survey at a mean of 6 months later the surgery. Although both patients reported a subjective decrease in penile length, their satisfaction rate was high. Penile plication without degloving is a safe and effective technique for correcting dorsal and lateral penile curvatures.
Nine-year survival after iterative metastasectomies for renal cell carcinoma p. 219
Tiago Ribeiro de Oliveira, Adama Ouattara, Wouter Everaerts, Gert De Meerleer, Steven Joniau
We report the case of a 24-year-old male, diagnosed with an incidental T3a papillary renal cell carcinoma (RCC), treated with left laparoscopic radical nephrectomy. After 7 months, nodal recurrence was identified and retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) was performed. Four months later, due to local recurrence, the patient underwent salvage RPLND, partial psoas resection and left adrenalectomy, and remained without recurrence during the following 15 months, after which treatment with sunitinib was started due to multiple metastases in pelvic lymph nodes, lungs, and bone. After 4 years of stable disease, progression at the quadratus lumborum and psoas muscles led to subsequent metastasectomy. No evidence of progression was identified for 2 years, after which, despite multimodal treatment (axitinib and radiotherapy to bone lesions), widespread disease progression led to patient death. This uncommon case of prolonged survival with metastatic RCC highlights the possible role of iterative metastasectomies in the management of advanced stage disease, as well as its potential to extend the survival substantially, even when progressive on tyrosine kinase inhibitors.
Malignant refractory priapism: An urologist's nightmare p. 222
Vinod Kumar Prabhuswamy, Pramod Krishnappa, Krishnaprasad Tyagaraj
Malignant priapism is described as persistent, nonsexual erections caused by invasion or metastasis from a primary neoplasm. We present two cases of malignant priapism with different etiologies and the respective management strategies. A 75-year-old patient had undergone radical cystectomy for a high-grade bladder tumor 5 months ago and came with priapism. The patient persisted to have partial penile tumescence with low-grade pain even after intervention. Another 66-year-old patient came to emergency with persistent painful priapism who had been diagnosed to have Multiple Myeloma. He required a corporotomy and open drainage as a last resort which finally relieved him of pain but with loss of erection. The treatment needs to be individualized based on the clinical course of the patient.
Sebaceous carcinoma of the penis: As aggressive as it is rare p. 226
Ranil Johann Boaz, Chandan Phukan, S Mandeep, Antony Devasia
Malignant neoplasm of the penis is a rare cancer in industrialized countries but is not uncommon in India. Nearly 95% of penile cancer is squamous cell carcinoma. Malignant neoplasms of the sebaceous glands, which are mostly confined to the head and neck region, are even rarer. We present a 74-year-old male with sebaceous cell carcinoma of the penis. He underwent excision of the primary lesion with bilateral inguinal lymph node dissection followed by adjuvant chemotherapy.
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy of a staghorn calculus in a patient with renal angiomyolipoma p. 229
Akbar Jalal, Abdolsalam Ahmadi, Mohamed Mubarak, Ameer Al Arrayedh, Sharif Al Arrayedh
Renal angiomyolipoma (AML) is the most common benign renal tumor and is prevalent in around 0.2%–0.6% of the population. Its main associated risk is bleeding. It is uncommon that AML presents simultaneously with a staghorn calculus requiring percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for stone resolution with only two previously reported cases. In this case, we present a 41-year-old female patient who presented with a 2-year complaint of left flank pain and hematuria. Following investigation, the patient had a large staghorn calculus in the left kidney and an incidental finding of a large AML in the ipsilateral kidney. A single puncture was made under ultrasound guidance, to avoid any form of injury to the AML, and complete stone clearance was achieved through a single tract only. Although the concurrence of AML with a renal calculus requiring PCNL presents a clinical challenge, using ultrasound guidance for stone clearance is a safe and successful means of management with minimal exposure to radiation.
An urgent call for further study on endovascular management for renal trauma p. 232
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Oppo F11 Pro Camera Specs Leaked ahead of launch in Pakistan
Wadan Khan· March 29, 2019 ·
Oppo, the camera expert, is making a comeback with its latest mid-tier smartphone – Oppo F11 Pro. Oppo F11 Camera Specs leaked earlier online ahead of its launch in Pakistan.
Oppo is a Chinese smartphone brand that is known for its high-quality camera phones. The brand has a reputation for redefining the way we use our smartphone cameras and the F11 Pro is no exception. One of the most iconic features of the phone, although not exclusive to it, is the use of a mechanized pop up front camera.
Oppo F11 Pro Specs
As for the internals, the OPPO F11 Pro features a 6.5″ IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The phone sports Android v9.0 (Pie) right out of the box. The device is powered by an Octa-core (2.1 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A73 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53) processor paired with 6 GB of RAM. The battery is a 4000 mAh.
Specs wise, the F11 Pro seems like a capable mid-tier smartphone. It has a beautiful large display with minimal bezels. It has ample RAM and storage (64GB or 128GB) and not to mention the 4000 mAh battery which should be more than adequate for full day use.
However, the exciting bit of the phone is the camera setup, both on the front and the back.
Oppo F11 Pro Camera Specs
Camera Specs of the phone leaked just recently and now we know that the Oppo F11 will feature a dual camera setup on the back with the primary lens being an astounding 48 MP whereas the secondary, depth sensor, being a 5 MP lens.
The high MP count should make for sharp pictures and plenty of details. Oppos is also ambitious about its low light photography on the Oppo F11. According to the leak, the phone performs exceptionally well in low light.
Arriving at the front cam, it is, in my opinion, the most intelligent solution to the notch and display camera cutout problem in smartphones today. Who wouldn’t like an all display smartphone with no cutouts or notches? Well, the F11 Pro is just that. The front camera has been fitted into the top part of the body. It uses a motorized mechanism which pushes the camera out when needed. This allows the phone to feature a beautiful uninterrupted display.
It also comes with AI software for better image recognition processing and optimization, so your pictures come out looking professional quality.
Not only that the F11 Pro also has Ultra Clear Night View 2.0 and Color Mapping 2.0 to ensure that whether you are in high or low light situations you are pictures will be clean sharp and of the highest quality.
Let me know in the comments what you think about Oppo F11 Pro Camera Specs.
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X-amining X-Men #8
"The Uncanny Threat of Unus the Untouchable! "
Writer: Stan Lee
Penciller: Jack Kirby
Inker: Chic Stone
Plot: After a training session led by Cyclops, Beast saves a young boy but is attacked by a mob for being a mutant. Fed up with being an X-Man and protecting those same types of people, he quits. Beast becomes a professional wrestler, where he fight Unus, a wrestler with a force field that protects him from harm. Petitioning to join the Brotherhood, Unus robs a bank, which draws the attention of the X-Men. Unable to touch him, he escapes and the X-Men return home to find Beast devising a ray that will increase Unus's power. Instead of explaining himself, or asking for an explanation, the X-Men try to stop him from leaving with it but fail. Beast zaps Unus, making him so powerful his forcefield is always on and he's unable to eat or drink. Beast returns Unus to his previous power level and Unus vows to return to wrestling and avoid the world of super-heroics. Beast rejoins the team.
Firsts and Other Notables: Unus the Untouchable makes his first appearance. Like the Vanisher before him, he remains a C-list villan through the years, popping up now and then. His daughter becomes one of Magneto's Acolytes in the 90s.
A Work in Progress: Iceman, under Cyclop's instruction, leaves behind his "snow" form and takes on the "ice" form with which most of us are familiar.
While Beast's intelligence has been established previously, this is, I believe, the first time his skill at high tech inventing comes into play. He'll continue to make MacGuffins and Deus Ex Machina's for years to come.
Marvel Girl is back to wearing her skull-cap mask that covers her head.
Ah, the Silver Age: The X-Men are out patrolling for Unus because Cerebro detected a new mutant...except Unus has been using his power in the wrestling ring for some time. The only reason he's a "new" mutant is because we, the readers, haven't met him before. But Cerebro shouldn't know that.
Pro Wrestling was a lot different back then...
"Professor Xavier is a Jerk!": Professor X isn't (he's still off on personal business), but the X-Men kinda are towards Beast.
Young Love: Cyclops and Marvel Girl continue to both secretly pine for the other.
Human/Mutant Relations: Beast is mobbed for being a mutant despite using his powers to save a young boy.
It's in the Mail: There's a letter war raging about whether or not Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch should become good or stick with the Brotherhood.
Here's a letter discussing Jean's...hair being too "way out"...
Teebore's Take: An enjoyable enough diversion from the usual Brotherhood-on-X-Men action, but, like Unus himself, not all that memorable, either. Beast quitting the X-Men and storming off is very much a sign of the style at the time, something born of a plot requirement rather than of character. There is little in the previous issues to suggest Beast would be so affected by anti-mutant sentiment, nor is it followed up on in later issues.
Posted by Austin Gorton at 4:34 PM
Labels: Comic Book reviews, comics, X-aminations, X-Men
Sarah Ahiers April 19, 2009 at 12:24 PM
What the heck was Jean sewing? A Piece of paper?
yeah- i also was like 'wtf' is up with that? is she required to take sewing class? i hope that's for medical reasons...
Austin Gorton April 20, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Well, she's sewing because it's the 60s, and she's a girl.
Specifically though, she was testing her telekinesis by using it to thread the string through the holes in that...whatever it is that Scott is holding up.
So it wasn't just sewing class, it was TELEKINETIC sewing class.
I'm fairly sure telekinetic pineapple-upside-down-cake baking and telekinetic fetch-the-man-his-slippers-and-pipe classes will follow.
Dr. Bitz April 20, 2009 at 10:56 AM
I like how Cyclops has to point out the flaw before compelenting Jean on her work.
Oh, and you know how much I love faux conflict between two protagonists simply due to lack of communication. One of the oldest, and lamest, tricks in the book.
Austin Gorton April 20, 2009 at 12:18 PM
Cyclops is all about the tough love. He is leading in Xavier's absence, after all.
As for protagonist misunderstandings, unfortunately, they are a staple of Marvel's Silver Age comics.
There must have been a rule somewhere that any character crossovers would result in a fight between protagonists fueled by a misunderstanding that a few lines of dialogue could easily clear up, before those two characters cleared the air to confront the REAL antagonist together.
Heck, the Avengers entire origin is based on the fact they all thought the Hulk was doing stuff he wasn't really doing, which brought them all together to fight him before realizing Loki was the real villain.
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News | Regulatory Recap | Feb 21, 2011
Steven Gillard
Senator proposes regulatory budget bill, EPA holds meeting to discuss drinking water regulations, and more…
Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) discusses legislation he is drafting that would require agencies promulgating a new regulation to eliminate an outdated one with the same approximate economic impact. Senator Warner calls this the “regulatory pay as you go system.”
The House of Representatives passes (235 to 189) an appropriations bill that would cut $60 billion from the federal budget. The Democratic-controlled Senate is unlikely to accept such cuts. See related The Regulatory Review essay.
Mary Schapiro, chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and other agency heads claim that budget cuts would make implementing the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act more difficult.
Wisconsin’s governor, Scott Walker, promotes a bill to eliminate collective bargaining rights for public-sector unions in an effort to balance the budget.
The House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and Procurement Reform holds hearings to discuss ways to improve the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995.
A federal judge who declared the 2010 Patient Protection Affordable Care Act (PPACA) unconstitutional orders the twenty six states who were plaintiffs in that case to respond by Thursday, February 24, to the administration’s claim that they must implement the law. See related The Regulatory Review essay.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) waives 2010 benefit requirements of PPACA for insurance companies in Florida, New Jersey, Tennessee and Ohio after the states show that the requirements would cause “a significant increase in premiums or a decrease in access to benefits.”
HHS issues a final rule rescinding much of a previous rule prohibiting discrimination against health-care providers who refuse to provide care that they find morally or religiously objectionable. The new rule does not affect statutory protection to health-care providers who object to performing abortions or sterilizations.
The Department of Defense takes steps to improve health care for the military members and their families. It expedites a transition to electronic medical recordkeeping, and begins funding mental health and family services programs from a stable budget source.
The Environmental Protection Agency will hold a public meeting to discuss new drinking water regulations, including the regulation of perchlorate and carcinogenic volatile organic compounds.
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Empirical study of the ACA’s implementation provides insight into the delegation of policymaking authority.
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Kevin Y.L. Tan
The pandemic appears tailor-made for Singapore’s managerial and interventionist style of governance.
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The Health-Sharing Duck
Simone Hussussian
Health care sharing ministries seem similar to traditional health insurance, but they evade the scrutiny of federal and state regulators.
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Various Artists - Virtual Dreams, Ambient Explorations In The House & Techno Age 1993-1997 (Music From Memory)
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A great look back at the latter part of ambient music's second wave by Music From Memory, as house/techno producers & rave affected electronic music makers, synthesized transportive musical trips for deep space escapism & inner searching, tailored for spangled ravers slumped in the chill out room & the post club, "I still can't sleep", crew.
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When House and Techno exploded out of America in the mid 1980s a whole generation was transformed not only musically but also culturally and chemically speaking. Peaking, quite literally, with a second ‘Summer of Love’ in 1988, millions of young people would experience the life-changing ups of a new world but with it of course came the downs; enter the concept of a ‘Chill-out’ room. Whilst early Chill-out rooms lacked a specific sound and were often sound-tracked by music such as reggae and soul, slowly young Techno and House producers themselves became increasingly interested in developing a futuristic ‘Ambient’ soundtrack to a world beyond the thud of the main room.
‘Ambient’ in this new age now though had sharper teeth than in Brian Eno's key text for ‘Music for Airports’, instead here the sounds were the mode of transport rather than the backdrop. While the melodies were pretty, the soundscapes steered away from the pastoral, often dreaming of outer-space and technology as opening up transformative new dimensions. Much like in the first Summer of Love; the musicians were again exploring psychedelic, mind-altering and transcendental possibilities of music. And also, much as in the first Summer of Love, a psychedelic visual language would accompany the music. Now though the tracks would be accompanied by music videos, often utilising early CGI techniques, and they would look almost entirely to the future: envisioning technology, nature and humanity intertwined in a new Utopia. These were the Virtual Dreams of a new world.
From Ambient and early Chill-out classics, to lesser known one-off projects, as well as Ambient deviations by some of House and Techno’s leading producers, Volume One of Virtual Dreams features tracks by Bedouin Ascent, David Moufang, LA Synthesis, LFO, Marc Hollander, Mark Pritchard & Kirsty Hawkshaw, Richard H. Kirk and more.
Compiled by Jamie Tiller with artwork by Vica Pacheco, design by Steele Bonus and liner notes by Piers Harrison
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Continuing ban of Alan
Funny story written by Ben Macnair
Sorry, Alan, you are not allowed around these parts
The world wide banning of all Alan's from public buildings will come into force during the new year, said a politician with ambitions to being the king ruler of the world.
Mr Alan Allen, of the preserving Alan Society in Basildon said: 'This is political correctness gone mad. It is alright for the Zebedes, and Zachariahs, but do all the country's Alans really want to go the same was as the country's Abigails. Nothing much was said when that happened, because there are more Alans in the country, but what about all of the Brians, Beths, and Chriss, soon to be kept in their own homes for all eternity. Where will the money for the enhanced security come from, then, eh?'
We pointed out to him that it was only a ban an people called Alan. His son, Alan Alan Alan Allen II has long since emigrated to Australia, where no such ban exists. It does not exist in this country either, but we made it up to give Mr Allen a society to form.
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Thanet, famed for its picture postcard beaches in the many natural bays that adorn the isle is to get a new feather in its cap as a local company was selected to build the Fartorium for the upcoming wedding of Harry and Meghan.
“Windsor Castle is a notoriously echoey venue to pass wind in” said Eddie Puff, owner of Windtrap Services Ltd, the company tasked with building the Fartorium. “After much embarrassment for King Edward VII on his happy day there, plans were put in place to provide a Fartorium for flatulent guests to adjourn to when in need of relief so they wouldn’t cause a hullabaloo mid nuptials.
“After our work on Thanet Council offices to contain all the hot air generated in their meetings, we were fortunate to be contacted by the Crown Estate and I can’t express how delighted we are to now be known as Official Fart Mufflers To The Queen”.
Unfortunately, royal wedding fever hasn’t gripped everyone in Thanet. With reports of protests planned for the May wedding, we spoke to one of those traitorous republicans that have the misguided notion everyone is equal.
“Two people are getting married, good for them, the unfortunate thing is that the royal wedding news cycle is like watching an airborne seagull take aim at your face with its bum and empty its bowels on you with pinpoint precision” ranted Oliver Cromwell, the traitorous upstart.
“You’re surprised at how much crap is coming your way but there is nothing you can do to stop it, you stand there powerless and open jawed just waiting for it all to slap you in the face. In the split second before you suffer the inevitable splatter you have a choice to make, do I call my loved ones and tell them I’m coming back a changed person? Do I make a run for it and live off grid in a cave somewhere remote and devoid of all human life, like Dover? No, there’s no escape. Every tedious detail of these complete stranger’s lives are coming our way.
“Speculation on Meghan’s wedding dress, what tiara she will wear, who will attend, will her father walk her down the aisle, will Prince Phillip say something racist, the lucky commoners invited to stand outside the wedding in the rain and of course the big day itself for two people we've never met. There’s no hiding from it, every mind numbing detail will be broadcast to us daily through TV, newspapers, radio and the internet until we die and the worst thing is, like it or loathe it we’re all paying for it” he sobbed inconsolably.
The Thanetian’s Royal Correspondent put these gripes to Harry and Meghan’s press office for comment and received the following retort: “Let them smell farts”
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Johnson set to grant Huawei access to UK’s 5G network — and open rift with Trump
Tim Shipman and Richard Kerbaj
Sunday October 27 2019, 12.01am, The Sunday Times
A decision on Huawei is expected before Christmas
TOLGA AKMEN
Boris Johnson is preparing to allow controversial Chinese firm Huawei to win access to Britain’s future 5G telecoms network — endorsing the Theresa May decision that sparked a cabinet crisis.
Senior sources in Whitehall and the security services say the government is moving towards a decision that will see Huawei allowed access to the “non-contentious” parts of the network — a move that would put the UK on collision course with America, which has banned Huawei over fears that it is to close to Chinese intelligence agencies.
One source near the top of government said: “There have been further meetings about Huawei in recent days and the view that is forming is the same as the Theresa May view of the world, which was to
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Central & East European Studies/Philosophy (SocSci)
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
A levelAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeLeaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Scottish HNCScottish HNDScottish HigherUCAS Tariff
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Must include at least one Arts/Humanities subject.
Acceptable in appropriate subject area. Must pass at least two thirds of modules at merit grade.
3 HL subjects at 6,6,6 (38P) / 6,5,5 (32P) including English AND a Humanities/Language subject. Whilst HL6 is preferred for English and Humanities/Language subjects, SL6 will be considered for ONE of the subjects.
Must have two Arts/Humanities subjects at H1.
Acceptable in appropriate subject area.
Pass HNC Group Award in the appropriate subject area and also obtain grade A in the Graded Unit. Must also have Higher English at grade B or above and successfully pass the University of Glasgow Summer School.
Pass HND Group Award in the appropriate subject area and also obtain grades BB in the Graded Units 1 and 2. Must also have Higher English at grade B or above and successfully pass the University of Glasgow Summer School.
B,B,B,B-A,A,A,A,B
Must include Higher English or an Arts/Humanities subject.
**CENTRAL & EAST EUROPEAN STUDIES**: - You will study the history, economics, politics and sociology of the countries of Central and Eastern Europe. The University is a hub for a government-funded Centre of Excellence for Russian, Central & East European Studies, so there are cultural, social and academic events throughout the year.
**PHILOSOPHY**: - Philosophy is the systematic attempt to arrive at clear answers to profound questions about issues such as knowledge, life, morality, science and human nature using reason and argument. We host reading parties for students in the Highlands, and have a flourishing undergraduate Philosophy Society. We are home to the Centre for the Study of Perceptual Experience.
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Although there aren't a lot of jobs around for professional philosophers, philosophy degrees are a relatively popular option, with more than 2,000 students graduating in a philosophy-related subject in 2015 - a little down on previous years, but still healthy. Nearly a quarter of philosophy graduates take a postgraduate qualification, and it's a relatively common subject at both Masters and doctorate level — so if you think academic life might be for you, think ahead about how you might fund further study. For those who go into work, philosophy grads tend to go into teaching, accountancy, consulting, journalism, PR, housing, marketing, human resources and the arts while a few go into the computer industry every year, where their logical training is highly rated.
Most graduates studying a Russian and East European course studied Russian, and with Russia playing an important part in world business and politics, graduates are in demand. This is an elite group — 200 UK graduates got degrees in this subject in 2015, and they usually have amongst the best average starting salaries of all language graduates. London was by far the most likely place for Russian graduates to work in the UK and naturally, a reasonable proportion - about a fifth - went overseas to work. Postgraduate study (usually in law or languages) is also quite common — this is a growing area for the UK.
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Asfandyar Khan Makes His Techno Debut As TMPST With ‘Inside Your Head’
“Made during COVID-19 as I was losing my mind, and I felt making this EP was one way to regain some of that sanity,” says Asfandyar Khan to introduce ‘Inside Your Head’ his latest work as TMPST.
Khan has remained a strong presence in Pakistan’s music scene for nearly a decade now, cultivating the artist community of Karachi alongside releasing ambient music under his own name and groove-based works as TMPST. Though Islamabad-born talent has showcased techno numbers in his live performances, ‘Inside Your Head’ marks his first dancefloor-focused effort, made after the musician found himself increasingly listen to house and techno during the lockdowns.
In stark contrast to his previous work, the 3-track EP is hard-hitting from start to finish but without evading the penchant for textures that defines Khan’s ambient work. The spaces between each visceral hit of the kick drum or the assault of hi-hats are filled with grainy tails and peripheral noises on ‘Forthnight’ and ‘Inner Ear Failure’. Made as a cathartic work for Khan himself, ‘Inside Your Head’ has the same effect on the listeners through its cinematic motifs, most effectively on ‘Felt’.
Khan adds: “Karachi's not a city that tends to be quiet and serene, so I found myself producing techno simply as a means to recreate some of that energy and get that chaos going. Didn't expect all that noise to be something I'd deeply miss, but what do you know!”
Listen to ‘Inside Your Head’ below and head to TMPST’s artist profile for more information.
Inside Your Head EP by TMPST
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Château de Suronde
Château de Suronde is one of the longest-established estates on the Quarts de Chaume appellation, alongside equally noble Château Belle-Rive and Château de L’Écharderie. These grand estates appeared when the slopes of this prestigious vineyards were first planted, long before the rules and regulations that define the Quarts de Chaume appellation were signed off in 1954.
The exact origins of the estate seem quite sketchy, but I know that during the early years of the 20th century the château and vineyards here were in the hands of Marcel and Roger Breyer. As described above their tenure predated the creation of the Quarts de Chaume appellation, and they thus bottled and sold their wines as Anjou, under the name of Château de Suronde, and Clos des Quarts de Chaume. The Breyer brothers were very significant proprietors in the region, although sadly I have been unable to uncover much information about them. Documents from the era, including advertising posters and even postcards, tell us that they owned not only Château de Suronde but were also responsible for harvesting and vinifying the fruit from Château Belle-Rive on behalf of its proprietor Louis Mignot. They were also the proprietors of Château de Plaisance, which sits just above the Quarts de Chaume vineyards, in Chaume, so they were apparently active and successful.
The Laffourcade Era
During the decades that followed Château de Suronde passed through the hands of several notable proprietors. The first was André Laffourcade, who purchased it 1958, after which he went on to buy nearby Château de L’Écharderie, in 1961. Both properties first came into the possession of André’s son Pascal Laffourcade, who held on to them until the 1990s, when he decided to sell Château de Suronde and focus solely on Château de L’Écharderie, which at the time remained in the hands of the Laffourcade family (although much of the vineyard was sold in 2018 to Domaine Belargus).
The buyer was a name which has since come to be closely associated with the property, none other than Francis Poirel, who crops up in a number of other profiles on this site. Although born into a winemaking family in the little-known Côtes de Toul appellation (a long-lost vineyard between Champagne and Alsace), Francis Poirel left to develop a more maritime career. During the 1990s was working for the European Union on deep-sea fishing projects, but he was ready to quit and return to wine, and preferably to own his own vineyards. His quest lead him, like so many vignerons just starting out, to the Loire Valley, perhaps influenced by friends made along the way, who include among their number Jo Pithon, Philippe Alliet and Charles Joguet. He studied in Blanquefort, in Bordeaux, and afterwards began the hunt for a domaine. After one-and-a-half years of searching he found an unloved estate in Quarts de Chaume; it was none other than Château de Suronde, which under the direction of the Laffourcade family seems to have been in decline. He bought the estate in 1995.
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The Latest: China, US trade talks adjourn until next week
China's Vice Premier Liu He, center, pose for a photo with U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, right, and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing Friday, March 29, 2019. (Nicolas Asfouri via AP, Pool)
BEIJING (AP) — The Latest on China-U.S. trade talks (all times local):
Chinese and U.S. negotiators have wrapped up trade talks in Beijing with U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin saying they were “constructive.”
Mnuchin said in a tweet Friday that he looked forward to continuing the talks in Washington next week.
The representatives posed for photos at a government guest house in western Beijing but did not comment about the state of negotiations in front of reporters.
Neither side provided any details on the status of the talks or said if major progress had been made.
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Chinese Vice Premier Liu He is due to visit Washington next week to lead Beijing’s delegation to the talks on resolving a dispute over technology and industrial policy. It has resulted in both sides imposing heavy punitive tariffs on each other’s exports.
Trade negotiators from China and the U.S. are resuming talks to try to resolve their tariff dispute over China’s technology ambitions.
Representatives of both sides arrived Friday morning at a government guest house in western Beijing where they posed for photos but did not comment about the state of negotiations in front of reporters.
President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the talks last week, saying, “we’re getting very close.” The chief American envoy, Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, said this week questions about details and enforcement remained.
Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin attended a working dinner Thursday night with their Chinese counterpart, Vice Premier Liu He, who is to travel to Washington next week. Talks are due to last the entire day Friday.
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COMMENT: times have changed on board troop trains
MEMORIAL RUN: Train enthusiasts gather to watch the troop train re-enactment rolled through Bundaberg on Thursday, 23 April 2015. Photo: Max Fleet / NewsMail Max Fleet
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POLISHED wood, leather seats, flushing toilets and more than enough room to stretch your legs and maybe have a seat to yourself.
Life's not too bad on the heritage carriages that form the focal point of the Anzac troop train re-enactment steaming across Queensland this week.
In fact, we're sitting in the lap of luxury compared to the soldiers who criss-crossed Queensland on the way to their barracks during the First World War.
Jammed in like sardines in a can, many hundreds of kitbag-carrying uniformed young men would stand or sit - space permitting - shoulder to shoulder for hours on end.
Ted Kirk, a 91-year-old Second World War veteran from Gayndah tells me his trip on this train is a far cry from the experiences of his youth.
Mr Kirk, a decorated fighter pilot, travelled on many trains between Queensland and NSW airbases before his overseas posting.
"I was so tired on one train that I tried to find a spot to sleep," he says.
"The only place I could find was in the latrines.
"I went to sleep with my feet in the toilet bowl and my head under the water tap.
"Every time someone turned on the tap I'd get a face wash."
Jim Richters, 91, saw action in Borneo and New Guinea during the Second World War.
He says it was often tough going on the train.
"I used to climb up into the luggage racks to sleep," he says.
While the 250 passengers on board the train are getting a little taste of history on this five-day journey, we will never truly understand the hardships faced by men like Mr Richters and Mr Kirk.
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Over the years the collection of articles released about Reunions (Wiedersehen macht Freude) has grown bigger and bigger. We have selected here only some of the most interesting ones. Most of the articles are in German, with few exceptions that will soon be integrated with new stories from different countries.
TV Stations have been and are still very often interested in accompanying our searches, (on the right side of the page you may appreciate a selection of some TV channels we have worked with.) Currently SWR (Southwest Germany Broadcasting Station) is producing a series entitled “the Aufspürerin” (The Tracer). A five episodes docusoap on ARTE and documentaries series in „Menschen hautnah“, “37 Grad” (broadcasted by WDR the German public-broadcasting institution) and other high-quality formats have been produced for the mutual benefit of all the participants and are authentic and fine documents about our work.
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Currently SWR is producing a beautiful documentary about our work. A new episode will be broadcast in August.
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AFT-WV plans to file injunction against WV BOE, Dept. of Education, several county BOEs following decision to mandate in-person classes
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The American Federation of Teachers – West Virginia says it intends to file injunctive action against the West Virginia Board of Education, the West Virginia Department of Education and several county boards of education.
They say the injunction is to “protect the health and safety of school employees,” following the West Virginia Board of Education’s vote to mandate in-person instruction in classrooms for students Pre-K to 8th regardless of the County Alert System map colors.
The AFT-WV says it will also file an amicus brief in support of any county board of education that asserts “their legal right to govern their own school system” and chooses to make locally-based decisions for the protection of their students, staff and communities.
“Our attorney is in the process of drafting the filing and will be filing it as soon as it is complete, likely early next week,” the AFT-WV says.
Education union weighs in on return to full-time in-person school
AFT-WV applauded county boards who planned to have all willing employees vaccinated before returning to in-person learning, saying they were “exhibiting responsible leadership in protecting the health and safety pf their staff and communities.”
Additionally, AFT-WV applauded the Berkeley County Board of Education, for “their bold leadership” and encouraged other boards to follow suit and “exercise their legal right to make decisions for their counties.”
During yesterday’s vote, the WVBOE said county school boards will have the option to do a blended model of learning, but students have to be in school physically at least two days a week.
“Appointed policymakers issuing in-person learning mandates to local boards, who are duly elected by the citizens of their communities to govern their local schools, is an incredible overstepping of authority. To make such a decision while meeting virtually and behind closed doors is astoundingly tone-deaf,” the AFT-WV said.
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by Alex Hines / Jan 14, 2021
ELKINS, W.Va. - The United Way of Randolph County is launching a new program to help kids facing challenges at home.
The organization has created a Handle with Care Pantry to help schools provide basic supplies for kids who experience a traumatic incident at home.
Mon County schools plan for return to classroom, ask for waiver from state mandate
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - The Monongalia County Board of Education is changing its return to the classroom plans and asking for a waiver, following Wednesday's decision by the West Virginia Board of Education that students should go back to school next week.
Thursday, Monongalia County officials announced that the county will resume providing blended, hybrid instruction Thursday, Jan. 21 in response to the mandate handed down by the state.
Upshur County BOE votes in favor of a blended model for return to the classroom
by Jake Ostrove / Jan 13, 2021
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – The Upshur County Board of Education met on Wednesday to discuss what the county will do regarding in-person instruction in the spring. The meeting came after the state Board of Education approved a full-time return to classes for grades Pre-K through eighth grade regardless of the COVID color map.
The board opened up the floor for discussion before the vote so parents can voice their opinions and concerns about returning to school. Parents presented arguments for both the affirmative and opposing. A majority of parents favored their children returning to school full-time, citing concerns of their children falling behind in school.
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Vanuatu Tattoo performers fly to Australia for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has flown a prominent cultural performance group from Vanuatu to Australia to perform at the largest ever Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
On October 12, the RAAF flew 26 members of the Teouma Vao Cultural Village Group and their support staff to Sydney to take part in the largest ever Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Sydney. For many in the group, it was the first time they had been on an aeroplane.
The Tattoo will take place over four performances at ANZ Stadium from 17-19 October. 13 nations – seven from the South-West Pacific (see below) – together with Australia, France, Indonesia, New Zealand, Switzerland and the United Kingdom will perform at the Tattoo. Vanuatu is one of the Pacific nations involved in the Tattoo. The others are PapuaNew Guinea (85 performers), Samoa (26), the Cook Islands (25), Fiji (50), Tonga (50) and the Solomon Islands (21).
Local sport fans will know the venue (ANZ Stadium) for Australian rugby league grand finals and State of Origin matches.
Set against an amazing backdrop of a full-size replica of Edinburgh Castle, the Australian show will bring together more than 1,520 military musicians and cultural groups in a thrilling mix of traditional Scottish music – including pipers, fiddlers and highland dancers – while also focusing on the Pacific nations and Australia.
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo was created in Scotland in 1950 to showcase military and civilian acts from around the world. The Teouma Vao Cultural Village Group originated on the small island of Vao which lies offshore from the larger island of Malekula.
Today the group mostly performs for tourists at a purpose-built cultural village just outside Port Vila.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ralph Regenvanu, farewelled the group in the VIP Lounge at Vanuatu’s Bauerfield International Airport.
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is providing ceremonial and logistical support to the Pacific nations, with three RAAF C130-J and two C17A aircraft flying performers to and from Australia with their precious cargo of performers, cultural items, instruments, regalia and ceremonial uniforms, as part of Operation Tartan Oceania 19.
These aircraft are usually used to transport cargo and troops for military exercises and operational support, for medical evacuations and for humanitarian airdrops of supplies.
The live audience is estimated to be 180,000 (over four shows). The worldwide television audience is estimated to be 100 million. ABC Australia will film the Tattoo and broadcast it in Vanuatu in early December.
(Caption: Vanuatu Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ralph Regenvanu (centre) with The Teouma Vao Cultural Village Group and their leader Sylvestre Miltake (centre right) before their departure to Sydney for the 2019 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.)
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Bachelorette Sneak Peek: Brendan Morais Could See Tayshia Adams as 'the Mother' of His Children
Ally Mauch
Bachelorette sneak peek: Tayshia is 'hopeful' about her relationship with Brendan
exclusive clip
Tayshia Adams had an immediate connection with contestant Brendan Morais on The Bachelorette. And as she nears the end of her journey, she's looking to see if her gut instinct was correct.
In PEOPLE's exclusive sneak peek at Monday's penultimate episode of the season, Tayshia and Brendan discuss their first impressions of each other during their Fantasy Suite date. Heading into the evening, Tayshia says she's feeling "hopeful" about their relationship.
"Going into tonight, I'm hopeful," she tells cameras. "Brendan has been in my heart and on my mind since the very first day, but I just don't know where he's at. I'm hoping tonight we can really see if we have something to grow on."
"I feel like this whole time we've been here, it's been quite a journey. But you were my first one-on-one and I'm not going to lie — I was like, 'I could totally see myself marrying him at the end of this,'" she then says to Brendan, referencing their first date.
Craig Sjodin/ABC Brendan and Tayshia
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"I completely agree with you. As far as the moment you stepped in front of me and I laid eyes on you, it brought me to a place where I'm like, 'Yeah, this woman could be someone that I could envision as the mother of my children,'" replies Brendan, who is one of Tayshia's final three alongside Zac Clark and Ivan Hall.
Still, he appears to have some reservations. "But, [I'm] not going to lie," he says as the clip comes to a close. "This has been a challenging past couple days and past few weeks for me."
Craig Sjodin/ABC Brendan
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On their first date, Tayshia expressed a similar sentiment about Brendan, declaring, "I am ready to go home with this man. I am telling you right now, Brendan is everything."
Discussing the date last month on her podcast, Click Bait with Bachelor Nation, the reality star explained that she chose him for her first one-on-one because he "caught my eye night one." The two were also able to connect over the fact that they have both been divorced.
"We had a long discussion about being married and being divorced — it was the first time that I've had a conversation with a man that could truly relate to me, understood where my heart and my head has been," she said.
She continued, "I just remember sitting there and having him tell me exactly how he was feeling, how he dealt with it and what that meant for him. I swear to you, he was speaking the words that were like, everything I've ever felt. So we connected very deeply, very quickly."
The Bachelorette concludes with new episodes Monday and Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
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Colbert Offers a Subtle Feminist Critique of the Democratic Party’s Senate Success (Video)
Ross A. Lincoln
January 9, 2021, 2:07 AM ·2 min read
On Friday’s episode of “The Late Show,” host Stephen Colbert took a moment to celebrate some unexpected good news for liberals this week that was overshadowed a tad: Democrats have taken control of the Senate. But Colbert also offered up a subtle feminist critique of the situation — in the form of a pretty funny joke.
To briefly recap, back in November, both of Georgia’s seats in the U.S. Senate were up for grabs on election night but none of the candidates on each side managed to get more than 50% of the vote. As a result, the top two candidates in each race — Republicans Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue and Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock — advanced to a special runoff election which, by weird coincidence, was scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 5, one day before the joint session of Congress was to certify Joe Biden’s election victory.
As it happens, the two Democrats won. The race was called for Warnock on Tuesday night — he’ll be Georgia’s first Black Senator ever, btw — and although the race wasn’t called for Ossoff until Thursday, the numbers looked inevitable enough that he all but declared victory on Tuesday. The result: Democrats and Republicans will each have 50 seats in the Senate, but because Vice President Kamala Harris will provide tie-breaking votes, Democrats will have control.
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Obviously, that’s pretty good news if you’re a Democrat, but all that got overshadowed because the very next day, a seditious mob incited by Donald Trump ransacked the Capitol, and that’s pretty much all we’ve been able to talk about since.
But now it’s Friday, things have calmed down, and Colbert had a chance to talk about the Senate being run by Democrats. Obviously, if you’ve watched his show you know he’s in favor of it. So he joked for a bit about how current Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is going to feel sad at losing his position. Then he noted how Kamala Harris fits into the whole thing.
“So essentially, Harris is still gonna be a senator,” Colbert joked. “Pretty on-brand for America to elect their first woman Vice President and then make her do her old job too. And only pay her for one of them.” Zing!
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There’s plenty more from the monologue, which you can watch above. The bit about the Senate kicks in about 5 minutes in.
Read original story Colbert Offers a Subtle Feminist Critique of the Democratic Party’s Senate Success (Video) At TheWrap
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Man Dressed as Santa in Flying 'Go Kart' Is Rescued After Getting Stuck in Calif. Power Lines
Man Dressed As Santa In Flying 'Go Kart' Is Rescued After Getting Stuck In California Power Lines
A man hoping to spread some Christmas cheer had to be rescued after a sleigh-ride snafu.
Dressed as Santa Claus, the man had been using a motorized personal aircraft to deliver candy canes to children in a suburb of Sacramento, California when he got caught up in some power lines, officials said. He was later helped to safety by the Sacramento Fire Department.
"We typically don't respond to a 'Rudolph lane-changed me' call, but when you get multiple calls ... it's best to go check it out," the California Highway Patrol of North Sacramento wrote on Facebook Sunday, sharing photos of the incident that showed the man tangled up in the wires.
"Turns out Santa was trying to get some last minute fun in before the holiday and got into a hot wire situation," the CHP quipped. "Don't worry! ... he wasn't hurt and @metro_fire_sacramento is helping him down."
Sacramento Fire Department/ twitter "Santa Claus" caught in power lines in Sacramento, California
We are happy to report #Santa is uninjured and will be ready for #Christmas next week, but perhaps with a new sleigh! pic.twitter.com/muYQex4zYU
— Metro Fire of Sacramento (@metrofirepio) December 20, 2020
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"We are happy to report #Santa is uninjured and will be ready for #Christmas next week, but perhaps with a new sleigh!" Metro Fire of Sacramento tweeted Sunday alongside a video of the rescue, going on to share that the man was operating a "hyper light" craft, "not a hang glider as originally reported."
Crystal Kennedy, a resident who lives near the site of the crash, told Sacramento's CBS13 that she sees the man "flying around all of the time. It's like some kind of go-kart with a parachute on top of it."
"He was just flying over here to drop off some candy canes for the kids. And, that's when he experienced engine problems," she added.
A friend of the pilot named Angela told the same outlet that he "came in a little too low," also saying, "He did it. He went ahead and did it. He hit the power line. He scared me with it yesterday."
Sacramento Fire Department/ twitter "Santa Claus" rescued from power lines in Sacramento, California
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According to local station KCRA 3, the Federal Aviation Administration reported that the man got tangled up in the power lines around 11 a.m. local time, after first taking off near a Rio Linda-area school.
"Immediately after power was shut off, we were able to move firefighters up into the power line and then lower the pilot — Santa Claus — down to safety," Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District's Christ Vestal told KCRA 3.
And while the outing didn't quite pan out the way the man had hoped, it's the thought that counts.
"He was trying to deliver candy canes to kids that were playing through in the community," Vestal continued. "We commend him for that. It's unfortunate, but we all need to remember that there's still good out in the world there are people doing good things and look at the brightness of the holiday season."
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The TV shows that made 2020 bearable, from 'Supernatural' to 'Schitt's Creek'
Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY
In 2020, at least we had TV.
While so much of what can comfort us during turbulent times was disrupted because of the COVID-19 pandemic this year – from moviegoing to sports to concerts to simply spending time with our loved ones – TV continued to be aired and streamed to our socially distanced households mostly unabated.
As a TV critic, watching TV is what I do for a living, and it has long been my method of choice for comfort and relaxation. During the coronavirus pandemic, TV only became more important to me, and to others, as a source of escape from tragedy.
Jared Padelecki (left) and Jensen Ackles star in the 2005 pilot episode of "Supernatural," which originally aired on the now-defunct WB network.
But it wasn't just any TV that was able to remove me from the moment (2020 was not the year, for instance, I chose to rewatch HBO's "The Leftovers"). I wanted escapism, either so happy it could improve my mood or so engrossing it could render my mood irrelevant. Series like "Elementary" were easy and charming enough to watch while I tried my hand at sourdough or cross-stitch or any other mildly successful quarantine hobby. I wanted long-running series that had a font of seemingly endless episodes, like "Supernatural" on CW with its 15 seasons of mythology and brotherly love. Short runs of 10-episode seasons have their place, but as Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) fought demons and spirits for hours on end, I didn't have to pause and think too much about reality.
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I also wanted to relive my old favorites, such as "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," shows that could be invariably relied upon to entertain me, to lighten my mood. I wanted to spend time at Central Perk with my "Friends" or vicariously go into "The Office" of Dunder Mifflin. I wanted to guffaw at stand-up comedy, but not the cynical, brash kind. My favorite was Mike Birbiglia on a stage surrounded by a hundred baby toys, talking about his battle to get the couch back from his newborn child in Netflix's special "The New One."
Sarah Michelle Gellar as the iconic teen superhero in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
What else did I watch? While packing up my life to move over the summer, worried about movers and exposure and quarantine, I put on "The Great British Baking Show," sweet, easy background noise as I focused on filling boxes. The heartwarming romance and friendship of Pop TV's "Schitt's Creek" helped as the fall and winter surge brought more terrifying and sad headlines. USA's "Psych" was on my TV on many restless late nights, its goofy humor a helpful balm.
It wasn't just old series I rewatched that brought me some joy amid the dreariness. I gravitated to new shows, which surprised with their audacity ("I May Destroy You," HBO) or offered a warm hug of nostalgia ("The Baby-Sitters Club," Netflix).
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Earlier in the year I wrote about how TV has long been my preferred method of self-soothing, dating back to my childhood, and how I saw others experiencing the same phenomenon in quarantine. What I didn't realize back in the early pandemic days in March, which feels like a few decades – or a few runs of "Supernatural" – ago, was that somehow TV could become even more important to my life. It's a comfort, an escape, an activity to fill the time and something I can share with my distant friends and family.
The COVID-19 pandemic, the wildfires, the hurricanes, the protests – 2020 was a year of tragedy and struggle, one we are all eager to put in our rearview mirrors.
I used to sometimes be ashamed of my desire to stay in, to click on the TV yet again instead of pursuing new hobbies, going to a bar or leaving my house. This year TV was a comfort in its content and its form. It was reliably there for me no matter how the world changed, a smart choice as I stayed (and continue to stay) home and tried to keep my distance. As the uncertainty of 2021 unfolds, TV will still be there for all of us.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 2020 in review: The TV shows that made the year bearable
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Conservatives Are Upset They Are Losing Followers on Twitter
January 10, 2021, 6:54 PM ·2 min read
Photo credit: Pool - Getty Images
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) wants you to know that he used to have way more followers.
The Florida man spent the weekend live-tweeting his dropping follower count. On Saturday morning, he had 892,000 followers. By the end of the day, he was down to 842,000. As of writing, he’s at 835,300. “I wish I could lose weight as fast as I’m losing followers during this Twitter purge....” bemoaned Gaetz.
He’s not the only one concerned about their precipitous drop in followers. Mike Pompeo posted an image of the recent changes in follower counts of several prominent politicians. All of the Republicans had lost followers while all of the Democrats had gained new ones. “This is how you create an echo chamber” Sec. Pompeo tweeted. In response, Sarah Huckabee Sanders tweeted that she has lost 50,000 followers this week. According to social media analytics firm Socialblade, she’s actually lost closer to 70,000, all since Thursday. Before that, she was steadily gaining followers.
What could have possibly happened this week that is causing some of President Trump’s most ardent supporters to lose followers? Perhaps the storming of the capitol by a mob of Trump supporters has something to do with it. That insurrection led to the loss of at least one follower for Gaetz and Sanders — Donald J. Trump. On Friday, Twitter permanently suspended the outgoing president’s account.
As for the other hundred thousand or so, Twitter has a host of policies that, in light of Wednesday’s insurrection, might’ve led to the expulsion of additional users. Indeed, in a statement to NBC News, a Twitter spokesperson said "We’ve been clear that we will take strong enforcement action on behavior that has the potential to lead to offline harm, and given the renewed potential for violence surrounding this type of behavior in the coming days, we will permanently suspend accounts that are solely dedicated to sharing QAnon content." Considering his warm embrace of QAnon conspiracy theories and candidates, it’s entirely possible that many of Gaetz’s followers were suspended for the reasons outlined in the statement above.
What conservatives are describing as Twitter’s silencing of conservative voices, seems to actually be an effort to stamp out disinformation in light of a violent insurrection that threatened our democracy. Whether or not that effort infringes on an individual’s freedom of speech is for constitutional lawyers to decide. In the meantime, it might behoove Sen. Gaetz and others to follow Rep. Ocasio-Cortez’s advice and stop advertising that you’re losing followers, “the moment Twitter starts taking down Neo-Nazis and violent insurrectionists.”
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It’s not too late! These 16 cult-fave products at Amazon will arrive in time for Christmas
Devon Kelley
December 17, 2020, 11:15 AM ·15 min read
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Clever, on-point gifts to delight everyone on your list. (Photo: Amazon)
Still scrambling to find the right gifts for the last few people on your list? Look no further. We’ve gathered up the best presents with super-high Amazon ratings that will still arrive in time for Christmas Day. These are items tens of thousands of reviewers absolutely love—and they’re all under $40.
When you give these future-favorites to friends or family—or yourself (because you definitely need a few of these)—they’ll think of you fondly all year long. So get comfy and get ready to solve any remaining mysteries on your gift list: Purchase in multiples (you’ll be so glad you did, when you realize there’s a name you forgot).
Buy today, and these will all arrive in time for Christmas. We predict sell-outs across the board. On your mark...get set...go.
These No. 1 best-selling leggings that look great on everyone
Top sellers because they're flattering for real bodies. (Photo: Amazon)
At just $14, Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling leggings are beloved for their fit and buttery-soft texture. They’re lightweight (folks say they feel like wearing nothing at all), available in regular and plus sizes, and sit slightly above the belly button on most people. Choose from 15 colors (though basic black is always a hit). Almost 40,000 reviewers give them a near-perfect rating.
“Let me start by saying this review is coming from a person who owns roughly 30 to 40 pairs of leggings—most are high-end brands.... THESE LEGGINGS ARE BETTER QUALITY!,” writes an enthusiastic reviewer. “These are the softest leggings I have ever worn...by a landslide! Similar to brands LuLaRoe and Butter but in my opinion SOFTER.”
Shop it: SATINA High Waisted Leggings, $14, amazon.com
These luxe silk pillowcases that keep hair perfect overnight, for $10
These beauties feel even better than they look—and they're just $10 for the pair. (Photo: Amazon)
Silk pillowcases may seem like a luxury reserved for royalty, but all of us should be taking advantage of the deliciousness that is silk against skin. They also prevent bedhead, keeping your hair movie-star perfect while you rest. That’s why these are the No. 1 best-selling pillowcase on Amazon. And look at the sale price right now—10 bucks for a pair. What a deal.
Made from premium, 100 percent Mulberry silk, these super-soft pillowcases—with a 4.5-star rating from a whopping 97,300+ reviewers—glide when in contact with skin and hair, rather than tugging or creasing. In 23 colors and three sizes.
“Kept my hair PERFECT all night,” writes a five-star reviewer. “... I shower and style my hair at night and after sleeping on these, my hair looked freshly blown dry the next morning. I'm not exaggerating, hair looked the exact same in morning as it did after I styled it the night before. If this material is that nurturing to my hair, I can only imagine how my face is loving it. I'm hooked and will be buying more colors.”
Shop it: Bedsure Silk Pillowcase 2 Pack Queen, $10, amazon.com
This spicy $10 honey to put on wings or anything(s)
Sweet and hot—what could be better? (Photo: Amazon)
The No. 1 best-selling sauce on all of Amazon is this multitasking culinary hero. It’s honey that packs some heat, perfect for drizzling over pizza, wings, or BBQ ribs—or even mixing into a cocktail.
“I tend to shy away from spicy foods, but I couldn’t resist the opportunity to try a new condiment to liven up snacks and recipes. I was afraid the spice would be overpowering, but it’s actually quite mellow and smooth; just the right touch of heat,” raves a reviewer. “So far, I’ve enjoyed this on fruit salad (banana, strawberry and blueberry) with cottage cheese, and drizzled on the original Chick-fil-A sandwich. So delicious!”
Shop it: Mike’s Hot Honey, 10 oz Easy Pour Bottle, $10, amazon.com
This tiny device, which makes it easy to find keys in seconds
The Tile 2-pack contains one device to make keys findable, and one to do the same for a wallet. Utter genius. (Photo: Amazon)
The latest version of the Tile is marked down right now. If you’re not familiar, it’s a small device controlled by app that helps keep tabs on essential items. For somebody whose keys seem to have legs, it’s perfect. This set comes with a Tile sized for a keychain, and another (called the Tile Slim), about the size of a credit card to tuck into a wallet. Your lucky gift recipient can track down their missing items with a few taps.
“I normally don't write reviews for products, but the Tile is too fantastic not to yell it from the rooftops! I am always losing my keys, and with the Tile it makes it so easy to find them in a flash! All you have to do is attach it to your keys and you're all set!,” writes a five-star reviewer. “When you misplace your keys, you go into the app on your phone (which is super user- friendly) and tap “find my keys”.... I am thinking about attaching them to everything in my house!! (I am such a scatterbrain!)”
Shop it: Tile Starter Pack 2-pack (1 Mate, 1 Slim), $40 (was $50), amazon.com
This USA-made cast-iron skillet that makes everything taste better
A beauty on its own, this skillet comes with a fitted silicone handle grip, at no extra charge. (Photo: Amazon)
A cast-iron skillet is a must in every chef’s (or aspiring chef’s) kitchen. And Lodge’s hefty, pre-seasoned classics are trusted and beloved. The company, founded in 1896, gets a lot of love from Amazon shoppers: This generously sized skillet has a 4.6-star rating from more 76,200 reviewers. A great gift for anyone, even if all they ever make is scrambled eggs (so much more delicious cooked in cast iron).
“Really a great purchase—love this cast-iron skillet,” says one of many, many fans. “.... I also really like the fact that this is made in the USA. American made products are just not easy to find anymore. But really, the proof in the quality of this cast iron was obvious when i made sweet potato corn bread and baked it in the oven in this skillet. It came out so nice and brown and moist.”
Shop it: Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Assist Handle Holder, 12", Red Silicone, $40 (was $46), amazon.com
This anti-aging Neutrogena serum with a magic ingredient
The good stuff: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum. (Photo: Amazon)
Treating dehydrated skin without the tacky feeling of heavy creams is tricky. Hyaluronic acid is the answer. This impactful but gentle ingredient is great for all skin types; it retains tons of moisture for a plumped up look that reduces the appearance of wrinkles, minimizes redness, and leaves soft, supple skin. Plus, it absorbs so skin is not sticky. This serum from Neutrogena has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid and works wonders on winter skin. A delicious indulgence for a friend or for yourself.
“This is fantastic hydration for 60 and over skin,” writes a happy shopper. “It is an effective and affordable alternative to the high-priced skin care lines. I also use rose water mist in combination with this. Very light, goes on smoothly and absorbs quickly.”
Shop it: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum with 17% Hydration Complex, $18 (was $19), amazon.com
These practical (and fun) meat shredders, just $13
Way more primal than an electric knife. (Photo: Amazon)
An Amazon’s Choice product, this set of wolverine-like claws—make a great gift for the grill master in your life. Or, honestly, anyone who cooks (they double as salad tossers).
“A great set of shredders for the price,” writes a reviewer who replaced an old pair by another manufacturer. “These Bear Paws are sharp, they shred meat easily and fit my hands very well. They're comfortable to hold, which is nice when shredding 10 to 20 pounds of pork for a party. I also use one claw when carving meat. I stick one claw into the meat to hold it steady while I carve with a knife, works much better than trying to use a fork...” They’re also great for mixing salads or lifting a turkey out of the roasting pan.
Shop it: The Original Bear Paws Shredder Claws, $13 (was $14), amazon.com
This fun game they can even play by Zoom, just $16
Give them a really fun night in. (Photo: Amazon)
Among Amazon’s most popular games is this quirky drinking game that’s sure to bring on plenty of belly laughs. If your family or friends could use a little prompt to keep things interesting in quarantine, this hilarious game with a 4.6-star rating from nearly 14,000 reviewers is for you.
Says a happy shopper: “This game is easy to play, silly, and fun. Even between two people, it's a fun way to spur conversation and have something to do while drinking together.” And it has staying power, too: “...the different people you play with make the game new every time.”
Shop it: These Cards Will Get You Drunk, $16, amazon.com
This No. 1 best-selling soft sheet sheet set that’s just $32, all in
In brushed microfiber, these sheets feel like the bedding at a fancy hotel. (Photo: Amazon)
Luxe bedding is the perfect 2020 gift. This super-soft microfiber set fits the bill—and the sale price is phenomenal (so you may need a set for yourself too). The best-selling sheets on all of Amazon, these beauties are available in 42 colors and patterns—so you can coordinate with your recipient’s decor—and they have a 4.5-star rating from an amazing 172,000 reviewers.
“I’m a microfiber convert,” writes a reviewer. “Despite a highly positive recommendation from a friend, I resisted trying microfiber sheets.... Opening the packaging, I was surprised by the softness and the seemingly good construction of the set. After washing...the sheets seemed even softer! Over the past few months and several washings, the sheets still look brand new, with no appreciable change, except for an increasing softness. In short, I have become a microfiber sheet fan.”
Shop it: Mellanni Brushed Microfiber 1800 3-Piece Bed Sheet Set, $32 for queen, amazon.com
These cushy-comfy plush slippers anyone would love
Below that glam upper is a foam footbed that doubles the comfort. Heaven. (Photo: Amazon)
Made with a super-plush memory foam footbed and high-pile fleece, these slippers are as cozy as they are cute. Plus, they’re a mainstay on Amazon’s best-seller list and boast a near-perfect rating from more than 18,000 reviewers. Literally the perfect Christmas gift—indulgent but practical.
One reviewer calls them “the comfiest things I’ve ever put on my feet,” adding, “these slippers feel like a hug on my feet. They have a hard bottom so you can wear them out. The top part is so incredibly soft!!!”
Shop it: HALLUCI Women's Cross Band Plush Indoor Outdoor Slippers, $26, amazon.com
This natural-clay face mask that’s only $15
A generous container of Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay is a natural-beauty boon at an absolute steal. (Photo: Amazon)
The quintessential natural clay mask is one of those awesome, affordable secrets held close by beauty experts—and your giftee will never look back at expensive brands once she indulges in it. It’s Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling mask and at just $15 for a one-pound tub, it will last practically forever. More than 30,000 reviewers give it a 4.6-star rating, with some saying it’s totally transformed their skin.
“Saved my face,” wrote a bride-to-be who shared her before and after photos in her review. “I’m getting married in two weeks and about three months ago I said, ‘wow, ok, this is my skin. How am I going to cover it up for the wedding?’ I came across this mask online and saw reviews and thought, ‘there is no way this mask helps with acne marks. I have yet to find one that does.’ Three months later the results just show you how fast and amazing this product is. I will never use another face mask!!!!”
Shop it: Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay 1 lb. Deep Pore Cleansing Facial & Body Mask, $15, amazon.com
This quiet, magical cool-mist humidifier that reviewers love
It's not every day you find a pretty humidifier that's also super-effective. (Photo: Amazon)
A great gift but perhaps an even better gift-to-self? If winter skin (or allergies, or plants) could speak, it would be begging you to add this to your cart. It’s Amazon’s top-rated humidifier, and at only $40 with a 4.4-star rating from nearly 38,000 reviewers, it’s a steal. Smart and efficient, it runs for 16 hours and has an automatic shut-off feature. Best part? It’s super quiet, so it won’t interrupt your sleep. And it’s actually nice looking. Great for anyone in a high-heat apartment too.
“I purchased the Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier several months ago. I was waking up miserable in the mornings with dry mouth and sinuses. I was also experiencing frequent nose bleeds. I began using the humidifier at night in my bedroom which is 14 x 14 feet. After the first use I felt relief,” says a five-star reviewer. “I used the humidifier every night until the midwest humidity set in. The unit runs quietly and the subtle (optional) blue light can also serve as a night light. Great solution to dry winter air!”
Shop it: Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, $40, amazon.com
These fabulous ‘pizza socks’ to help you win Christmas
Order men's sizes or women's sizes (which can also fit big kids). (Photo: Amazon)
This box of sox in the form of pizza is the delightful gift everyone needs right now. Your recipient gets four pairs, presented thusly, to mix or match (he or she can wear crust on the left and pepperoni on the right, say). The quality of socks is as high as the smile-quotient of this charming presentation. Nearly 6,000 shoppers give these socks a 4.8-star rating, so snatch them up before they’re gone.
“I bought these for my 28-year-old son who is currently stationed in KY (US Army Special Reactions Team). He always complains about the pizza (being from NJ, we KNOW pizza). Since I couldn’t send him any pies I figured I’d get him these (as a gag gift). Well, let me tell you, they were NOT considered a gag gift to him, he LOVED them. Said they were probably the best gift I gave him (umm I gave him many expensive gifts)—goes to show you price isn’t everything,” says a happy shopper. “The quality of the socks were great. They fit well and didn’t make his feet sweat. The best part was the presentation. The pizza box was adorable and the creative way the socks were rolled to look like an actual pie was so cool and it even had the pizza protector (you’ll see).....”
Shop it: PIZZA SOCKS BOX 4 pairs MIX Hawaii Italian Pepperoni Cotton Socks, $26, amazon.com
This $5 gag-gift-that’s-not-really-a-gag that folks swear by
Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray is as effective as it is funny. (Photo: Amazon)
Want a gag gift that will actually be put to use? The iconic Poo-Pourri toilet spray is a No. 1 best-seller on Amazon because it actually works wonders. And with a 4.7-star rating from over 49,000 reviewers, people swear by it. Great for anyone in a crowded house.
“It has an amazing lemon scent,” said a grateful five-star reviewer. “It is very fresh and not overpowering. It is not synthetic smelling. With most room sprays, you end up just smelling flowery poo. This masks the smell completely. I can walk in the bathroom 30 seconds after my boyfriend and only smell lemon.”
Shop it: Poo-Pourri Before-You-go Toilet Spray, Original Citrus Scent, 0.34 fl oz, $5, amazon.com
These No. 1 best-selling fleece-lined thermals, on sale for $15 off
Available in every color you can imagine, from yellow to hot pink. (Photo: Amazon)
Hanging at home this winter, we could all use a little more coziness. Amazon reviewers are obsessed with this super-soft pair of long johns that comes in 10 colors and a great range of sizes, from 2XS-3XL. It’s majorly marked down right now, which makes it the perfect gift to buy in multiples. Moisture wicking, with comfortable four-way stretch, this fabric is great for outdoor activities or just hanging inside. These long johns are a No. 1 best-seller with a 4.6-star rating from nearly 13,000 reviewers on Amazon.
“Bought a set of these thermals in each color for a trip to Alaska...,” says a reviewer. “Wore them under jeans, leggings, snow pants, depending on the activity of the day. At -14 degrees they kept me warm and they are super soft and comfortable.”
Shop it: Thermajane Women's Ultra Soft Thermal Fleece Lined Long Johns Set, $25 (was $40), amazon.com
The famous Chick-fil-A Sauce, right at home
You can split this two-pack between two Chick-fil-A fans. (Photo: Amazon)
The perfect gift for those who can’t get enough of that delicious secret sauce from Chick-fil-A—but are cooking more at home. Here’s the potion that can make their chicken sandwich just as good. “This sauce explains why there's a triple line of cars wound around my local Chick-fil-A from opening to closing six days a week. I could eat this sauce on a piece of chocolate cake and be happy,” says an obsessed shopper. “This sauce is to die for... fabulous... the best...!!!”
Shop it: Chick-fil-A Sauce 16 oz. - 2 Pack, $24, amazon.com
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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Former Vikings DE Everson Griffen apologizes for deleted tweets blasting Kirk Cousins
Jack Baer
If Everson Griffen wants to return to the Minnesota Vikings, he has a funny way of showing it.
The former Vikings defensive end, who left the team in free agency last offseason, apologized after posting a series of tweets highly critical of Kirk Cousins on Saturday.
Specifically, Griffen said Cousins is “ass” and implied that head coach Mike Zimmer never wanted the quarterback. The tweets have since been deleted:
One of my most endearing qualities is holding a grudge. Deleted but not forgotten. pic.twitter.com/UaETibKARn
— Nic (@Nic_Breezy) January 9, 2021
Griffen even went out of his way to deny the excuse that he was hacked in a tweet which is still up.
Hours later, Griffen was posting an apology to both Cousins and the Vikings.
I’m sorry for posting that about Kirk. It’s not right for me to call people out. I apologize for hurting him. I’m very grateful and thankful.
— Everson Griffen (@EversonGriffen) January 9, 2021
@vikings I’m sorry for saying anything negative. I love this organization. Vikings will always have a place in my heart. If you want it, go get it. All love for for real.
Before this season, Griffen had played his entire 10-year career with the Vikings, and remains in the top 10 of their all-time sacks list. He spent his last two years in Minnesota playing with Cousins under center.
Griffen opted out of his contract last spring and ended up signing a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, who later traded him to the Detroit Lions for a conditional sixth-round pick.
One might say those tweets were oddly timed given that Griffen had made it very clear over the last few days that he wanted to return to the team whose quarterback he just publicly insulted. On Thursday, Griffen posted a picture taken at a Vikings facility and said the following when asked by the St. Paul Pioneer Press about a return to the Vikings in free agency:
“You tell them, I said, ‘If you want it, go get it,’ ” Griffen said. “You can put that.”
We’ll see if the Vikings are as interested on their end.
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By Linda Kay Klein
From a woman who has been there and back, the first inside look at the devastating effects evangelical Christianity’s purity culture has had on a generation of young women—in a potent combination of journalism, cultural commentary, and memoir.
In the 1990s, a “purity industry” emerged out of the white evangelical Christian culture. Purity rings, purity pledges, and purity balls came with a dangerous message: girls are potential sexual “stumbling blocks” for boys and men, and any expression of a girl’s sexuality could reflect the corruption of her character. This message traumatized many girls—resulting in anxiety, fear, and experiences that mimicked the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder—and trapped them in a cycle of shame.
This is the sex education Linda Kay Klein grew up with.
Fearing being marked a Jezebel, Klein broke up with her high school boyfriend because she thought God told her to, and took pregnancy tests though she was a virgin, terrified that any sexual activity would be punished with an out-of-wedlock pregnancy. When the youth pastor of her church was convicted of sexual enticement of a twelve-year-old girl, Klein began to question the purity-based sexual ethic. She contacted young women she knew, asking if they were coping with the same shame-induced issues she was. These intimate conversations developed into a twelve-year quest that took her across the country and into the lives of women raised in similar religious communities—a journey that facilitated her own healing and led her to churches that are seeking a new way to reconcile sexuality and spirituality.
Sexual shame is by no means confined to evangelical culture; Pure is a powerful wake-up call about our society’s subjugation of women.
Linda Kay Klein has spent her career working at the cross section of faith, gender, sexuality, and social change. She is the founder of Break Free Together. A Midwesterner at heart, she now lives in New York City with her family.
"Linda Kay Klein’s book about the devastating effects of Christianity’s obsession with purity culture is a revelation... Part memoir and part journalism, Pure is a horrendous, granular, relentless, emotionally true account."
— The Cut
"Linda Kay Klein takes us inside religious purity culture as only one who grew up in it can. She shows us how the system of mind-and-body shaming works within a religious movement so culturally and politically influential that it must be understood by us all."
— Gloria Steinem
"Linda Kay Klein’s PURE is an important book for this moment in history, as women come to the collective understanding that the institutions we spend our lives serving are not created to serve us. Women are canaries in religious coal mines—and PURE emboldens us to escape toxic misogyny and experience a fresh breath of freedom."
— Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of LOVE WARRIOR and founder of Together Rising
"Klein’s book will get God up doing a standing ovation in creation for revealing that God’s message is to love all of ourselves—mind, body, and spirit. This is to embrace the gift of life and to live in freedom with integrity and joy. Any form of purity that does not celebrate this, does not celebrate God working in our lives."
— Emilie M. Townes, E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of Womanist Ethics and Society, Vanderbilt University Divinity School
"More and more young adults are speaking openly about the harm done to them by churches that treated sex as if it were an illicit drug. When 'Just say no' was their only message, and when the language of purity was their main ethical category, deep and lasting personal damage were inevitable. That's why Linda Kay Klein's new book is so important. It pulls back the covers on 'purity culture' and the harm it has done to a whole generation. An important book from an important new voice."
— Brian D. McLaren, author of The Great Spiritual Migration
“A potent account of purity culture that deserves our attention.”
— Library Journal, starred review
“A young woman raised as a conservative Evangelical Christian reflects on her community's sexual shaming and the psychological scars that it left… Klein's personal story is fascinating, but it is the larger context that makes the book important… Timely and relevant, particularly in the age of Trump and #MeToo.”
“Klein explores how purity culture within evangelical Christianity causes girls and young women to feel shame about sex and sexuality… will surely cause debate within evangelical circles.”
"Eye-opening....compelling....For those who seek spiritual community without gender bias, Klein offers empathy and new choices."
"Pure is above all for those who came out of the purity movement ---a guidebook for survivors...its final message is healing through the movements that have arisen to combat purity culture."
— Women's Review of Books
"She combines memoir with survivor interviews and research on shame, sexuality, and religion to effectively argue that the evangelical sexual purity movement has done lasting harm to many of the women who embraced its message as teens in the ‘90s and early 2000s."
— Rewire.news
"Riveting and important... The relevance for this both inside and outside of the Christian community is immense, and this is a book that should stir intense thought about the way we all live."
— Santa Barbara News-Press
"Klein’s jarring reporting is impossible to forget."
— Bust.com
"Pure is a thorough and focused study on the effects of the purity movement’s rhetoric on women and girls, but Klein stresses that her findings aren’t relevant only to religious conservatives. Rather, they represent an extreme microcosm of a broader culture of gendered sexual shaming to which we should all be paying attention."
— Vice Broadly
"Linda Kay Klein is the perfect woman for the job, with her personal experience with the subject matter, willingness to critically examine long-held beliefs, and deep empathy for her interview subjects. Every woman–in fact, every person, religious or not–would do well to read this heartbreaking but hopeful book."
— Splash Magazine
“To those outside the church, Klein offers a well-researched insider’s point of view. To those affected by the purity movement, Klein offers a healing balm through personal testimony. To both she offers an invitation to further discourse as we seek to make our culture a safer place for all people.”
— Chapter 16
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Mayor Newhard: Fall Begins, a Season of Change
September 23, 2020 September 23, 2020 Warwick Dispatch1 Comment on Mayor Newhard: Fall Begins, a Season of Change
The air has cooled, light has turned from brightness to a golden warmth, there are long shadows at days end; it is Fall in the Valley, a season of change.
A Village Election slated for March, and then was postponed twice, finally occurred on Sept. 15. Four candidates for two Trustee seats and a strong write-in campaign colored our world for weeks. It was an election during the time of COVID-19 which added or fueled emotions. But now it’s over, and the Village residents have voiced their decision which is the thing that matters.
Congratulations to Barry Cheney, incumbent and Deputy Mayor, and to Corey Bachman an enthusiastic and creative young man on your win. I’m looking forward to working with both of you. Barry has been a good friend, mentor, and confidant and I’m pleased that we will continue to work together. I believe Corey will bring new perspective and ideas to the Board and will work diligently to make a stronger, better Village.
On behalf of the Village Board and the residents of our Village I would like to thank Eileen Patterson for many years of dedication and service to our Village. Eileen’s love and passion for her community are apparent through her work as a Trustee. The Village Board has accomplished much over time and has faced challenges as well. Eileen brought a sense of fairness, experience, and humor that allowed us all to have a balanced picture of ourselves and the tasks at hand. Thank you for your support, your work, and friendship.
The election brought out over 1,000 residents. The record absentee ballots due to COVID-19 and a write-in campaign brought with it an intense amount of administrative work and careful polling. Thank you to all our Poll Workers for grace under pressure. Thank you to Village Clerk, Raina Abramson, who did a remarkable job organizing before, during, and after the election. The work, in this case, started in April for the original March election! More so a marathon than a sprint and handled with composure and professionalism.
A little-known fact: The Bank Street Bridge belongs to Orange County. This past Friday the bridge was closed due to structural issues and was given a red flag designation by NYSDOT. The bridge will remain open to pedestrian traffic only. The entire bridge will be replaced next Fall.
Our hearts go out to the family of David Snell. David passed this week unexpectedly. The Snell family have been an important part of our African American community and David was a strong and positive voice. His kindness and soulful wisdom will be remembered.
The seasons change. We continue with adapting to our new reality – masks, distancing, hand washing, and wiping down surfaces has become our normal. It’s hard and it’s a responsibility to ourselves and to our community. I urge everyone to be kind to themselves and to take pleasure in the magnificence that surrounds us. It’s not only the beauty of place, but more importantly its people.
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Lisa M Kevins says:
Congratulations Barry and Corey. And Mayor Newhard, we thank you for leading our community with peace throughout the changes in the world.
Mayor Newhard, your writings are brilliant, historical, uplifting and must be published. Author, Lisa Kevins
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Blackjewel permit to remain in limbo as mines’ outlook worsens
A sign greets a skeleton crew of Blackjewel employees who returned to work at the Belle Ayr mine. (Andrew Graham/WyoFile)
July 16, 2019 by Andrew Graham 3 Comments
The Environmental Quality Council last week voted to delay a decision on who holds mining permits for the Eagle Butte and Belle Ayr mines pending further clarity regarding Blackjewel’s chaotic bankruptcy.
At a brief meeting on July 10, the Department of Environmental Quality’s citizen oversight board voted unanimously to adopt a wait-and-see approach until the bankruptcy proceeding advanced further or until a bankruptcy judge says they could proceed. Council members were concerned the bankruptcy could interfere with their authority to make a final decision on the mine permit.
“Things are so up in the air that let’s see what happens,” council member Dr. David Bagley said. “Let’s come back to this when we have some more clarity.”
The permits are currently held by Contura Energy. The DEQ initially approved transfer of the permits to Blackjewel but the citizen council delayed that decision in May following objections by a landowner group.
With Blackjewel’s sudden bankruptcy and the possibility of the mines closing permanently, the decision by a little-watched public body took on sudden importance for the state. Typically whoever holds the mine permits is on the hook for reclaiming the disturbed landscape. If the two large strip mines stay closed Wyoming may be better off pursuing those reclamation obligations from a solvent company — Contura — than the insolvent Blackjewel.
As state Sen. Micheal Von Flatern (R-Gillette) put it, “Thank God they didn’t [approve the permit] and kept Contura on the hook,”
But on Monday, DEQ officials told WyoFile the EQC’s delay could create an opportunity for Contura and Blackjewel to contest who is responsible for reclamation if the mines closed for good. “I’m sure Contura would go to Blackjewel and say you have to pay,” said Kyle Wendtland, administrator of the DEQ’s land quality division.
The question was still “speculative,” Wendtland said, as there is still opportunity for the mines to reopen under Blackjewel or be handed over to another party through the bankruptcy proceeding.
Wendltand oversaw DEQ’s initial approval of Blackjewel’s mine permit application. He argued the EQC’s intervention has made the state’s path to securing reclamation of the mines in case of closure more complex.
“The delay of transferring these permits has made for an additional hurdle now,” Wendtland said. “We’d probably have to make claims to both companies and it would have to be sorted out as a legal matter.”
There’s no doubt about who is responsible for reclamation said Shannon Anderson, an attorney for the Powder River Basin Resource Council. “Until that permit transfer goes through the permit holder is still responsible for reclamation,” Anderson said. “There’s no question it’s Contura.”
Among its many unpaid debts, Blackjewel owes Contura $6 million. Contura could choose to take legal action against Blackjewel over its reclamation obligations if the bankrupt company violated the terms of the mine sale, Anderson said. But, “that’s not DEQ’s problem.”
A DEQ spokesperson assured the public that taxpayers won’t get left holding the bag. “At the end of the day the state is covered or protected here,” agency spokesman Keith Guille said.
On Monday, the outlook for the mines decayed. Lawyers for Blackjewel reported to the bankruptcy court that the company was still working to secure new financing but is running out of time. It only has $2 million left of a $5 million loan secured to pay for maintaining safety and security at the company’s mines around the country.
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None of the parties involved — Contura, Blackjewel, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and landowner group Powder River Basin Resource Council — objected to the EQC’s July 10 decision to await further clarity from bankruptcy proceedings.
The previous battle over the mine permit transfer was far more contentious and stacked two coal companies and the state’s environmental regulators against the PRBRC. Contura and Blackjewel both wanted to transfer the mine permit to complete a deal in which Contura sold the mines to Blackjewel at a loss to escape financial obligations associated with the mines — including reclamation.
The PRBRC argued that DEQ did not thoroughly examine Blackjewel’s environmental and regulatory compliance record in other states before agreeing to give the company Contura’s mine permits.
Companies affiliated with Blackjewel owner and CEO Jeffrey Hoops had 42 violations in eastern states, according to evidence presented at the May EQC hearing. Blackjewel used a loophole of sorts to get through the permitting process without first settling the problems with eastern state regulators.
At the time that DEQ processed the transfer permit application, it was public knowledge that the company was millions of dollars behind on taxes owed in Wyoming to Campbell County. An Ohio bank was also suing Blackjewel over unpaid loans, and argued the company’s purchase of the Belle Ayr and Eagle Butte mine violated a deal with the bank, according to a June, 2018 report in the Casper Star-Tribune.
But attorneys for the coal companies and the environmental regulators argued the DEQ had done its job vetting the company, and that PRBRC’s concerns about Blackjewel were overblown.
“Imagine a ‘what if scenario,’ where all of the most horrible things in the world came crashing down at the same time,” said Isaac Sutphin, a lawyer for Contura from the firm Holland and Hart, in his closing remarks to the counsel in May. “If you can imagine that than you probably better deny these permits,” Sutphin said.
An attorney for the DEQ made similar arguments.
“Nothing you have heard in this hearing could lead you to the conclusion that Blackjewel is an irresponsible operator that shouldn’t be allowed to run these mines because it’s going to make a mess and leave it for the rest of us to clean up,” Wyoming Deputy Attorney General James Kaste said.
The main street of Gillette on July 9. Blackjewel left unpaid bills all over town, according to interviews with local business owners and bankruptcy filings.
Since those hearings, Blackjewel crashed into bankruptcy in a fashion unprecedented for Wyoming’s coal industry. The company closed two mines without alerting the state, and DEQ had to rush to secure two of the most productive strip mines in the nation — with regulators worried about combustible coal, neglected mine explosives, collapsing mine walls, flooding and other concerns. Blackjewel laid off 580 workers, though some have since returned to work maintaining safety and security at the mines while they remain shut during bankruptcy proceedings.
There is increasing evidence of financial mismanagement by Hoops, who was forced out of the company in the bankruptcy court. Along with taxes, he was slow to pay even smaller bills his mines racked up around Gillette, according to WyoFile reporting.
Put on hold
When a company enters bankruptcy court, many other legal proceedings involving the company are put on hold until the bankruptcy judge decides whether they can proceed.
There was no indication of a change in strategy by either coal company last week. Though lawyers for Contura argued the EQC could legally proceed with a decision on the mine permits despite Blackjewel’s bankruptcy, they also wrote that Contura “understands” if the EQC wanted to wait.
The company’s lawyers also argued the bankruptcy should not be considered new evidence in the evaluation of Blackjewel’s suitability as a permitee. In fact, Contura’s lawyers wrote, federal bankruptcy law prohibits the EQC from taking the bankruptcy into account as it reaches its decision.
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In a legal memo to the council filed on July 1 — the day Blackjewel declared bankruptcy, the DEQ’s lawyer said the bankruptcy was irrelevant to the EQC’s decision on the mine permits. The bankruptcy filing had no “bearing on the Council’s determination,” Deputy A.G. Kaste wrote. But on July 5, Kaste recommended the EQC hold back on the decision.
“The automatic [bankruptcy] stay likely applies to these proceedings,” Kaste wrote. “Out of an abundance of caution, DEQ recommends that the Council stay these proceedings” until Blackjewel gets an order from the court saying the EQC can proceed, he wrote.
The PRBRC argued a bankruptcy stay did apply. Contura argued it did not, but accepted EQC’s decision to delay. Though Blackjewel’s attorney was on the phone during the July 10 hearing and did not object to further delay when asked, the company’s lawyers had not submitted any comments to the EQC before a July 5 deadline.
Any party involved in the EQC hearing could ask the judge to rule whether the bankruptcy stay applies to the EQC’s decision, EQC director Jim Ruby told WyoFile Monday. The council’s next meeting is set for Aug. 14, at which time the council hopes to receive an update from DEQ on the bankruptcy.
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The Wyoming State Geological Survey tracks job numbers at coal mines based on data from the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration. The most recent available data from the WSGS indicates 304 employees at the Eagle Butte Mine and 276 employees at the Belle Ayr Mine. The Casper Star-Tribune has reported there were 700 jobs lost, a number attributed to ousted Blackjewel CEO Jeffrey Hoops. WyoFile hasn’t yet reported the number called back to work at the two Wyoming mines, but bankruptcy lawyers have described it as a skeleton crew.
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Can you clarify how many workers have lost their jobs?
In Casper, we all saw the number 700 in the CST headline.
WyoFile reports here that 580 were terminated.
And how many of the 700/580 have been called back for maintenance and security?
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According to the Wyoming Mining Association’s data, Blackjewel employed 244 workers at Belle Ayr and 271 workers at Eagle Butte in 2017 (the last full year with verified data). http://www.wyomingmining.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2018-19-Concise-Guide-to-Wyoming-Coal.pdf So that’s about 500. Earlier reports of higher numbers were from the company, and like most things going on with the company, I think they had no idea how many people they actually employed. As far as how many have been called back, I haven’t seen the official figure but I have heard about 7 people at each mine. That tracks with what I saw at Eagle Butte last week.
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by Suzette Smith?Wednesdayat 4:19 pm
Weathering with You, the new animated feature from Your Name director Makoto Shinkai, starts out with a story I’d like to see more often: 16-year-old Hodaka Morishima runs away from home and spends a period of time living in capsule hotels and paying for showers before eventually sleeping on the Tokyo streets.
His savings dwindle as he desperately searches for a job. Eventually and by happenstance, Hodoka is hired by a small, sketchy tabloid magazine editor who lets him live in a basement office and pays him for chasing stories of UFOs and other supernatural phenomena.
It all falls somewhere between scary and gritty (running away is something people actually do) and the typically rose-colored view of anime (Hodoka’s office is situated on a beautiful sloped street, and no one’s moped breaks down).
He Wanted Out So He Was an Asshole Until She Dumped Him—And Isn't That Better For Her?
by Dan Savage?Wednesdayat 3:58 pm
I did one of the things you always say is bad, immature and hurtful. I was a jerk to my girlfriend for weeks because I wanted her to break up with me. It wasn’t on purpose, it wasn’t a plan, I know it was cowardly. I think she is a great woman, I just wasn’t into it and I let it go longer than I should have. I felt terrible that she loved me and I didn’t love her back and didn’t want to hurt her. My question is, why do you think sabotaging a relationship is so bad? I'm glad she hates me now. She can feel anger instead of sadness. I didn't want to be a "great guy" that did the right thing when the relationship needed to end. I wanted her to think I’m awful so she can move on with her life.If I say all the right things, that makes me more attractive and a loss. I’ve had women do that to me—break up with me the "right" way—and all it made me do was respect them more and feel more in love with them and miss them more. I still think about them because they were so kind and respectful when they dumped me. I prefer the relationships I've had that ended with hatred because at least I knew we weren’t good for each other and the end was no skin off my back. Isn't it better this way?
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Annoying Shittiness Should Help Outraged Lovers Escape
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Economy?Amazon
The Rash of Restaurant Closures Shows Seattle Has Reached the Second and Terminal Stage of Gentrification
by Charles Mudede?Wednesdayat 3:54 pm
Smoked alligator in the twilight of Central Smoke, a Central District bar and smokery that closed eight days after this image was taken.
Seattle Times' article, "Is Seattle’s booming restaurant scene showing signs of slowing?" examines a spike in restaurant closures in 2019. What can it mean? Is Seattle experiencing a restaurant glut? Too many of them opened too quickly? If so, this would mean the market is presently self-correcting for a bout of investment exuberance that became irrational. In 2015, Seattle did not have enough restaurants for its booming economy, lots of entrepreneurs rushed in to meet the demand, the market rapidly became saturated, and now it is returning to a kind of equilibrium, a kind of sanity. Something of this story can also be found in the Capitol Hill Blog post on the sudden closing of a really remarkable restaurant experiment called Central Smoke on Jefferson.
This reading presents the market as a domain ruled by the unforgiving law of the survival of the fittest. But Seattle Times' food critic Bethany Jean Clement points primarily to the ever-increasing costs of living in this city—rent and utility bills are breaking the backs of businesses and customers alike. However this answer, which contains a great deal of truth and so should not be dismissed, must ultimately connect those rising costs with the boom in the tech economy, which commands a large number of high-paying jobs. But that reading, in essence, returns us to the logic of supply and demand, the law of market Darwinism. It has this story to tell: many restaurants opened to draw customers with large incomes, and at some point the number of tables in these businesses surpassed the number people who can regularly spend lots of money on meals. Meaning, again, the rise in closures is merely a market correction.
At this point, I want to offer another way of reading and narrating the current "market trend." Seattle, like San Francisco and Vancouver BC, has entered a stage of luxury urbanism that the Stanford professor Adrian Daub calls "second-wave gentrification."
Cannabis Decreasing Alcohol Sales as Alcohol Deaths Rise
by Josh Jardine?Wednesdayat 3:15 pm
Erik Wieder / EyeEm
There’s been a recent flurry of news stories regarding how establishing a regulated cannabis program impacts the sale and use of alcohol. And there’s also a number of stories about how alcohol abuse is on the rise in some sectors, while on the decline in others.
Let’s start with a look at how having an entire country legalize cannabis impacts alcohol sales.
OH CANADA: Now that people can buy cannabis from sea to shining sea in Canada, alcohol sales are on the decline. Specifically, beer sales. Per Merry Jane, the sales of Strange Brew were on the decline between 2014 to 2018 by a barely noticeable .3 percent. But in the first full year of cannabis legalization, sales dropped a full 3 percent.
In Little Joe, a Flower Brings Human Happiness
Among the happiness flowers: Emily Beecham as scientist Alice Woodard. PHOTO COURTESY OF MAGNOLIA PICTURES
Little Joe is a science-fiction film that is not set in the future. It is set in a time that looks very much like the year we have just left, 2019, and the year we are now experiencing, 2020. The technologies and science in the film are all realistic, all believable. Its scientists are developing a flower that makes humans feel happier.
To make this possible, a virus is used as a vector (transporter) of genetic materials that manipulate the genetic structure of a specific target, a flowering plant. The more a human cares for this plant, the happier the plant makes its caretaker by way of a scent that connects the flower to the mammalian nose. If the scientists succeed, this flower will be sold in the marketplace and make the investors behind the research fantastically rich.
Food & Drink?Things To Do?EverOut
16 Places to Drink Mocktails and Non-Alcoholic Beverages in Seattle for Dry January 2020
by Stranger EverOut Staff?Wednesdayat 2:00 pm
This month, you can take advantage of non-alcoholic drinks at Cortina, created in collaboration with DRY Soda for Dry January. Ethan Stowell Restaurants via Instagram
Looking to decrease your alcohol consumption for January? We've compiled a handy list of places to find mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages around Seattle so you can quench your thirst. For more ideas, check out our list of food and drink specials to try in January and our full food and drink calendar.
Carlile Room
The "booze-free" menu at Tom Douglas's swanky lounge includes a house ginger ale, kombucha on tap, a "shrub du jour," the "party in pink mocktail," "fancy root beer," sodas, and sparkling or still water.
Music?Death
RIP, Steve Martin Caro, Singer for Baroque-Pop Geniuses the Left Banke
by Dave Segal?Wednesdayat 1:15 pm
Steve Martin Caro (second from left) was a master of wistfulness. YouTube screengrab
Steve Martin Caro—lead singer and a key songwriter for the Left Banke—passed away January 14 at age 71. (Known as Steve Martin during the Left Banke's '60s prime, the musician later added "Caro" to his name after comedian Steve Martin became famous.) Martin Caro's deeply expressive voice augmented the band's sublime pop, which inevitably has been described as "baroque" due to the presence of flute, oboe, harpsichord, French horn, and other typically non-rock instrumentation, and for its florid, ambitious melodies.
At their best, which was often over their first two albums—1967's Walk Away Renée/Pretty Ballerina and 1968's The Left Banke Too—the Left Banke rivaled the Beatles and the Beach Boys for sheer hook-crafting brilliance and ingenious dynamics. Like the greatest bands of their ilk, the Left Banke made the most intimate feelings seem momentous. They deserve a prominent place in whatever musical pantheon any taste-makers want to construct.
News?Politics?2020
CNN Lost the Debate
by Rich Smith?Wednesdayat 12:35 pm
Biden had a good night, thanks to CNN anchors going after his rivals. Spencer Platt / GETTY IMAGES
Only a few weeks before the Iowa caucuses, CNN treated the good people of Des Moines (and anyone with a CNNgo account, or a Twitter feed) to a dull, disingenuous debate on several policy issues the Democratic candidates have more or less already discussed. Even the six candidates who made the cut—Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden, Pete Buttigieg, Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, and Tom Steyer—looked tired of saying the same shit over and over again. And that's a shame. Though viewership has steadily declined over the last million or so Democratic debates, these evenings don't have to be so bad. Given the toss-up status of the races in the early states, the country could have used a substantive, robust conversation that drew clear contrasts between the candidates.
But that didn't happen. And yet, the show went on! Some fun stuff was said, and some fun stuff was not said. Any of it consequential? Not likely! But it's worth a little walk through the highlights and lowlights of the worst debate yet.
Visual Art?Stickers
A Gaping Void
by Jasmyne Keimig?Wednesdayat 12:23 pm
Jess Stein
"Be The Void"
Fuck me up. Jasmyne Keimig
I'm pretty sure this sticker isn't referencing the Dr. Dog album, but I've been wrong before. I love a good void. Like when Mitski talks about looking like a pulsating void at her NPR Tiny Desk concert. Or this Audrey Wollen piece reminding us who owns the void. Please never fill me up.Continue reading »
Who Should It Be: Bernie, Biden, or Warren?
by The Stranger?Wednesdayat 11:39 am
Episode 229 talks Iowa, impeachment, and the Oscar nominations. Scott Olson / Getty Images
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With a bunch of new impeachment news coming in, Dan Savage, Eli Sanders, and Rich Smith talk about how the looming Senate trial is going to look and what to expect from Chief Justice John Roberts, who’ll be presiding.
After that, what did we learn from this week's final Democratic debate before the Iowa caucuses? Anything? It seems like the race is coming down to Bernie, Biden, or Warren, so… who should it be?
Finally, Jasmyne Keimig and Chase Burns talk about the Oscar nominations and two movies worth seeing in theaters right now: 1917 and Uncut Gems. Plus...
This Pot Is Bananas
by Lester Black?Wednesdayat 11:00 am
There are 14 hidden bananas (or bunches of bananas) in this image. RACHELLE ABELLAR
A few weeks ago, I drove east toward the Cascade Mountains on damp roads shaded by evergreen trees and lined with decomposing leaves until I found a farm that smelled like bananas.
I went to Fall City and found the tropics. How on earth did I find bananas growing in January in the same place where Twin Peaks was filmed? Because I went to a pot farm. It turns out, cannabis can taste just like one of the world's most popular equatorial fruits.
Banana cannabis varietals—with names like Banana OG, Strawberry Banana, and Banana Kush—are being grown across the state, from Spokane to Seattle, and it might just be the best weedy way to get through the winter doldrums. Not only do these strains of weed smell and taste like you're on a sandy beach somewhere a thousand miles south of Seattle, but smoking them often creates a mildly relaxing high, just like you're sitting on said beach.
Food & Drink?EverOut
Five Events to Celebrate Robert Burns Night 2020 in Seattle
by Stranger EverOut Staff?Wednesdayat 10:19 am
Tuck into a hearty plate of haggis and sip some whisky in honor of the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Shutterstock
Five years after the death of Scottish bard Robert Burns in 1796, a group of friends gathered on his birthday (January 25) to celebrate his life. Today, the tradition persists and often involves haggis, bagpipes, recitations of poetry, drinking songs, revelry, and, of course, copious Scotch whisky. If you'd like to witness the unusual ritual for yourself,?here are five events where you can participate in the commemoration of Burns' life. For more food and drink events, check out our full food and drink calendar.
Big Time Brewery
Raise a pint to the "Ploughman Poet" and sing along to rousing Scottish drinking songs performed by vocal group whateverandeveramen.
Film/TV?Music
The Score of Uncut Gems Should Have Been Nominated for an Oscar
by Jasmyne Keimig?Wednesdayat 9:15 am
Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler) in the Safdie brother's Uncut Gems. Imagine a synth playing over this image. Julieta Cervantes/A24
The Josh and Benny Safdie-directed Uncut Gems revolves around Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler), a jeweler in New York City's Diamond District who is a compulsive gambler, cheater, and liar. He's also an asshole. When a valuable "uncut" black opal mined in Ethiopia comes into Howard's possession, he sets up a series of anxiety-inducing and self-destructive bets and lies that wobble uneasily before all falling down. The internal and external chaos of Howard is echoed in the film's excellent score, which seems to locate itself in outer space.
Composed by Daniel Lopatin (a.k.a. Oneohtrix Point Never), Uncut Gems' soundtrack is synth-heavy, cosmic, glittery. While it suggests an undercurrent of scuzz, the grandeur of the score's heights shimmers like the colors in the karmically-fucked black opal at the center of the film. It's a shame that Uncut Gems was not nominated for Best Score at the upcoming Oscars. Some have made the connection between this film's score and Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross's work on The Social Network, which was nominated for an Oscar and won.
In a recent "Behind the Soundtrack" documentary, Lopatin talks about the connections between his synthy, far-out score and the film's tumult. Let's hear and dissect a couple of the songs Lopatin talks about in the documentary:
The Top Nine Lunar New Year 2020 Events in Seattle
by Stranger EverOut Staff?Wednesdayat 8:45 am
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Chinatown-International District with lion and dragon dances and other traditions from all over the world—plus the beloved $3 food walk. Cham Roeun Bunphoath
Lantern festivals in Nagasaki, T?t in Vietnam, and the exchange of lucky red envelopes in China are just a few traditions that go along with the Lunar New Year (Jan 25-Feb 8). In Seattle, ways to welcome the Year of the Rat are no less diverse, ranging from dragon and lion dances at the International District's annual Lunar New Year Celebration to a week of Chinese beer specials at Lucky Envelope Brewing. Plan ahead with our roundup of this year's biggest celebrations, and find even more events on our complete Lunar New Year calendar.
T?t in Seattle
Celebrate the Year of the Rat at this annual festival in anticipation of the Vietnamese Lunar New Year in early February. As always, there will be hands-on cultural activities, traditional food, crafts, martial arts performances, a market, and more.
News?Election!?Politics?Sports?The Weather?Slog AM/PM
Slog AM: Russia's Government Resigns, Impeachment Trial Managers Named, Ken Jennings Wins It All
by Nathalie Graham?Wednesdayat 8:00 am
This is the only picture of Ken we can afford!!!! Getty/Getty Images News
The Russian government just resigned: Russian prime minister Dmitri A. Medvedev suddenly resigned. As did Medvedev's entire cabinet. Is that… pretty much the whole Russian government? Yowza. Putin allegedly had recently introduced proposals for broad constitutional changes. These may have triggered the resignations. They also may have the ability to extend Putin's reign after his tenure as president is up in 2024. Putin's proposals would have greatly shifted power in the Russian Parliament and State Council.
Another error from Seattle Children's Hospital: The hospital, which has pretty much been mold-ridden since 2001, is under scrutiny for performing cardiac surgery on an infant without the correct filtration system in the operating room. That surgery without the high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter took place as recently as last October. The infant now has an Aspergillus infection, the same infection that has sickened multiple Seattle Children's patients and killed six of them.
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Houston Long Weekend Update (in progress)
Just checking in. Looks like you guys had an active and wide ranging discussion yesterday.
If you think Katrina/ Rita had no lasting impact check out this link
Katrina: 100 damaged
Rita: 87 damaged
Of the pipelines damaged, a vast majority were natural gas lines and just over a third were the large diameter (10" or larger) lines which commonly tie in multiple production areas.
Katrina 46 destroyed, 20 damaged
Rita 69 destroyed; 32 damaged
Many of these were not rebuilt but some production was tied back to other facilities.
This assessment doesn't take into account the gas processing facilities that were utterly scraped off the map as a friend of mine from Williams pointed out to me this morning.
GOMEX Federal water production: Bcfgpd (in billion cubic feet per day)
May 2005: 10.5
October 2005: 4.5 (I don't call getting cut in half all that resilient but heck, I just write here)
May 2007: 7.7 (or being down 25% since then very resilient either)
Anyway, it make me laugh when I see some comments that our gas infrastructure was so resilient that the storms had little last impact because injections before during and after were little changed. I've said it before in comments but let's be clear, demand fell too for a short time. A lot of people, who consume gas-fired power, had no lights at the time. Demand recovered by December and by this time higher production from higher cost onshore gas sources, primarily but not limited to the Barnett Shale, had helped take up the GOMEX' production shortfall. I'd graph it but I don't have Excel on my mobile. Anyway, of course there's a fear factor in there but if we get hit again, don't think the shale will make up for it or that another warm winter is necessarily going to send storage to even higher record levels.
Here's a link to the MMS page showing the hit volumes in the Gulf took and how they never fully recovered.
Here's Wilma's track, a Cat 5 from near the end of the 2005 season. It looked very similar to Dean in track and angle of approach on the Yucatan. Then, as you can see here, Wilma did a touch and go off the tip of Cancun, then headed due north-east to Florida before running up the eastern seaboard. Just food for thought.
~Unisys weather database
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HOUSTON (Reuters) – Gulf of Mexico oil and natural gas producers were evacuating offshore workers and shutting small amounts of production on Saturday as they watched powerful Hurricane Dean storm across the Caribbean Sea toward an entry into the Gulf next week.
Forecasts and computer models point Dean away from the paths taken by 2005’s devastating hurricanes Katrina and Rita through offshore oil production areas and onshore refining centers.
Taking a lesson from Katrina, which defied forecasts showing it would confine its damage to Florida, companies with operations from the central to western Gulf continued pulling support workers who were not essential to keeping offshore production running.
The U.S. Minerals Management Service said on Saturday that 10,300 barrels per day out of 1.3 million bpd in Gulf of Mexico oil production was shut in due to the threat of Hurricane Dean.
About 16 million cubic feet out of 7.7 billion cubic feet of daily natural gas output in the Gulf of Mexico has been shut, said the agency, which oversees offshore energy production.
So far, one production platform and two drilling rigs have been evacuated due to the storm.
Oil majors Exxon Mobil (XOM.N), Shell Oil Co. (RDSa.L) and ConocoPhillips (COP.N) said they were evacuating workers on Saturday.
Exxon said production was not cut on Saturday as it pulled non-essential workers from the Gulf.
Shell said 300 more support workers were being taken from the Gulf Saturday.
“Since the beginning of the week, Shell has evacuated approximately 460 people,” the company said in a statement. “Evacuations are expected to continue through the weekend.”
Shell has shut in daily production of 10,000 barrels of oil and 15 million cubic feet of natural gas, the company said.
ConocoPhillips was evacuating non-essential workers from the Magnolia platform on Saturday ahead of a possible shutdown on Monday, the company said in a statement.
Offshore production and well operations were unaffected by the evacuations, Conoco said.
Conoco did not expect Dean to affect onshore production in southeast Louisiana. The Magnolia platform is about 165 miles
south of the central Louisiana coast and can handle 50,000 bpd in oil and 150,000 cubic feet of daily natural gas output.
Leading driller Transocean Inc. (RIG.N) said staff on its drilling rigs had been reduced by about 360 people in the last two days.
Two of the company’s rigs in the western Gulf were to be evacuated by Monday, Transocean said.
BP Plc (BP.L) planned to take workers from offshore platforms throughout the weekend, the company said on Friday.
Murphy Oil Co (MUR.N) also said on Friday workers were being evacuated.
Non-essential workers are taken first to ensure there is room for workers essential to production aboard helicopters flying from the U.S. coast when it becomes necessary to close to valves so the wells stop producing.
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OUR WEEK-APRIL 1ST TO APRIL 7TH
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28TH —
ABC AD COUNCIL MEETING AT 6PM @ AUMC
LENTEN SERVICES IN ADAIR U.M.C. @ 7 P.M.
REV.ED KAIL WILL MEET WITH AUMC @ 8PM
SUNDAY, APRIL 1ST —
THIS IS PALM SUNDAY
PALM SUNDAY BRUNCH AT CUMC AFTER
OUR COLOR IS RED OR PURPLE
SCRIPTURE READINGS ARE:
• LITURGY OF THE PASSION •
ISAIAH 50:4-9 (The Message)
This week's services are a vigil on the suffering,
death and resurrection of Jesus. This Servant of
the Lord faced spitting, beating, whipping, and
plucking of the beard when he declared God's
truth in the face of the powers in his day, but it
would not stop him.
4 The Master, God, has given me a well-taught
tongue, So I know how to encourage tired people.
He wakes me up in the morning, Wakes me up,
opens my ears to listen as one ready to take orders.
5 The Master, God, opened my ears, and I didn't go
back to sleep, didn't pull the covers over my head.
6 I followed orders, stood there and took it while
they beat me, held steady while they pulled out my
beard, Didn't dodge their insults, faced them as they
spit in my face.
7 And the Master, God, stays right there and helps
me, so I'm not disgraced. Therefore I set my face
like flint, confident that I'll never regret this.
8 My champion is right here. Let's take our stand
together! Who dares bring suit against me?
Let him try!
9 Look! the Master, God, is right here. Who would
dare call me guilty? Look! My accusers are a
clothes bin of threadbare socks and shirts,
fodder for moths!
PSALM 31:9-16 (UMH 764) (The Message)
This psalm expresses the personal pain of
human suffering at the hands of others and
the toll it takes.
9 Be kind to me, God - I'm in deep, deep trouble
again. I've cried my eyes out; I feel hollow inside.
10 My life leaks away, groan by groan; my years
fade out in sighs. My troubles have worn me out,
turned my bones to powder.
11 To my enemies I'm a monster; I'm ridiculed by the
neighbors. My friends are horrified; they cross the
street to avoid me.
12 They want to blot me from memory, forget me
like a corpse in a grave, discard me like a broken
dish in the trash.
13 The street-talk gossip has me "criminally insane"!
Behind locked doors they plot how to ruin me for good.
14 Desperate, I throw myself on you: you are my God!
15 Hour by hour I place my days in your hand, safe
from the hands out to get me.
16 Warm me, your servant, with a smile; save me
because you love me.
PHILIPPIANS 2:5-11 (The Message)
This is the way of Jesus Christ - - emptying
himself, taking the form of a servant, accepting
death on a Roman crucifix.
5 Think of yourselves the way Christ Jesus thought
of himself.
6 He had equal status with God but didn't think so
much of himself that he had to cling to the advantages
of that status no matter what.
7 Not at all. When the time came, he set aside the
privileges of a deity and took on the status of a slave,
became human!
8 Having become human, he stayed human. It was
an incredibly humbling process. He didn't claim special
privileges. Instead, he lived a selfless, obedient life
and then died a selfless, obedient death - and the
worst kind of death at that: a crucifixion.
9 Because of that obedience, God lifted him high and
honored him far beyond anyone or anything, ever,
10 so that all created beings in heaven and on earth -
even those long ago dead and buried - will bow in
worship before this Jesus Christ,
11 and call out in praise that he is the Master of all,
to the glorious honor of God the Father.
MARK 14:1-15:47 and MARK15:1-47
— LONG VERSION —
The story of the suffering and execution of Jesus,
as told by Mark, is the centerpiece of the service
today. This is the longer form of Mark's story of
the Passion of Jesus.
• Jesus was not arrested, tortured, and executed
because he loved people and taught people how
to love their neighbors as themselves. He was
arrested, tortured, and executed because he
proclaimed God's kingdom would overthrow
many of the existing religious, political, and
economic policies that made up the temple
system at that time.
MARK 14:1-15:47
1 In only two days the eight-day Festival of
Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread
would begin. The high priests and religion scholars
were looking for a way they could seize Jesus by
stealth and kill him.
2 They agreed that it should not be done during
Passover Week. "We don't want the crowds up in
arms," they said.
3 Jesus was at Bethany, a guest of Simon the Leper.
While he was eating dinner, a woman came up
carrying a bottle of very expensive perfume. Opening
the bottle, she poured it on his head. 4 Some of the guests became furious among
themselves. "That's criminal! A sheer waste!
5 This perfume could have been sold for well over
a year's wages and handed out to the poor." They
swelled up in anger, nearly bursting with indignation
over her.
6 But Jesus said, "Let her alone. Why are you giving
her a hard time? She has just done something
wonderfully significant for me.
7 You will have the poor with you every day for the
rest of your lives. Whenever you feel like it, you can
do something for them. Not so with me.
8 She did what she could when she could - she
pre-anointed my body for burial.
9 And you can be sure that wherever in the whole
world the Message is preached, what she just did
is going to be talked about admiringly."
10 Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the
cabal of high priests, determined to betray him.
11 They couldn't believe their ears, and promised to
pay him well. He started looking for just the right
moment to hand him over. 12 On the first of the Days of Unleavened Bread,
the day they prepare the Passover sacrifice, his
disciples asked him, "Where do you want us to go
and make preparations so you can eat the Passover
meal?"
13 He directed two of his disciples, "Go into the city.
A man carrying a water jug will meet you. Follow him.
14 Ask the owner of whichever house he enters, 'The
Teacher wants to know, Where is my guest room
where I can eat the Passover meal with my disciples?'
15 He will show you a spacious second-story room,
swept and ready. Prepare for us there."
16 The disciples left, came to the city, found everything
just as he had told them, and prepared the Passover
meal.
17 After sunset he came with the Twelve.
18 As they were at the supper table eating, Jesus
said, "I have something hard but important to say
to you: One of you is going to hand me over to the
conspirators, one who at this moment is eating with
me." 19 Stunned, they started asking, one after another,
"It isn't me, is it?"
20 He said, "It's one of the Twelve, one who eats
with me out of the same bowl.
21 In one sense, it turns out that the Son of Man is
entering into a way of treachery well-marked by the
Scriptures - no surprises here. In another sense,
the man who turns him in, turns traitor to the Son
of Man - better never to have been born than do
this!" "This Is My Body"
22 In the course of their meal, having taken and
blessed the bread, he broke it and gave it to them.
Then he said, Take, this is my body.
23 Taking the chalice, he gave it to them, thanking
God, and they all drank from it.
24 He said, This is my blood, God's new covenant,
Poured out for many people.
25 "I'll not be drinking wine again until the new day
when I drink it in the kingdom of God."
26 They sang a hymn and then went directly to
Mount Olives.
27 Jesus told them, "You're all going to feel that
your world is falling apart and that it's my fault.
There's a Scripture that says, I will strike the
shepherd; The sheep will go helter-skelter.
28 "But after I am raised up, I will go ahead of you,
leading the way to Galilee."
29 Peter blurted out, "Even if everyone else is
ashamed of you when things fall to pieces, I won't be."
30 Jesus said, "Don't be so sure. Today, this very
night in fact, before the rooster crows twice, you will
deny me three times."
31 He blustered in protest, "Even if I have to die with
you, I will never deny you." All the others said the
32 They came to an area called Gethsemane. Jesus
told his disciples, "Sit here while I pray."
33 He took Peter, James, and John with him. He
plunged into a sinkhole of dreadful agony.
34 He told them, "I feel bad enough right now to die.
Stay here and keep vigil with me."
35 Going a little ahead, he fell to the ground and
prayed for a way out:
36 "Papa, Father, you can - can't you? - get me out
of this. Take this cup away from me. But please, not
what I want - what do you want?" 37 He came back and found them sound asleep.
He said to Peter, "Simon, you went to sleep on me?
Can't you stick it out with me a single hour?
38 Stay alert, be in prayer, so you don't enter the
danger zone without even knowing it. Don't be naive.
Part of you is eager, ready for anything in God; but
another part is as lazy as an old dog sleeping by
the fire."
39 He then went back and prayed the same prayer.
40 Returning, he again found them sound asleep.
They simply couldn't keep their eyes open, and they
didn't have a plausible excuse.
41 He came back a third time and said, "Are you
going to sleep all night? No - you've slept long enough. Time's up. The Son of Man is about to be betrayed into
the hands of sinners.
42 Get up. Let's get going. My betrayer has arrived."
43 No sooner were the words out of his mouth when
Judas, the one out of the Twelve, showed up, and with
him a gang of ruffians, sent by the high priests, religion
scholars, and leaders, brandishing swords and clubs.
44 The betrayer had worked out a signal with them:
"The one I kiss, that's the one - seize him. Make sure
he doesn't get away." 45 He went straight to Jesus and said, "Rabbi!" and
kissed him.
46 The others then grabbed him and roughed him up.
47 One of the men standing there unsheathed his
sword, swung, and came down on the Chief Priest's
servant, lopping off the man's ear.
48 Jesus said to them, "What is this, coming after me
with swords and clubs as if I were a dangerous
criminal?
49 Day after day I've been sitting in the Temple
teaching, and you never so much as lifted a hand
against me.
What you in fact have done is confirm the prophetic
writings."
50 All the disciples cut and ran.
51 A young man was following along. All he had on
was a bedsheet. Some of the men grabbed him
52 but he got away, running off naked, leaving them
holding the sheet.
53 They led Jesus to the Chief Priest, where the high
priests, religious leaders, and scholars had gathered
54 Peter followed at a safe distance until they got to
the Chief Priest's courtyard, where he mingled with
the servants and warmed himself at the fire.
55 The high priests conspiring with the Jewish
Council looked high and low for evidence against
Jesus by which they could sentence him to death.
They found nothing.
56 Plenty of people were willing to bring in false
charges, but nothing added up, and they ended up
canceling each other out.
57 Then a few of them stood up and lied:
58 "We heard him say, 'I am going to tear down this
Temple, built by hard labor, and in three days build
another without lifting a hand.'"
59 But even they couldn't agree exactly.
60 In the middle of this, the Chief Priest stood up
and asked Jesus, "What do you have to say to the
accusation?"
61 Jesus was silent. He said nothing. The Chief
Priest tried again, this time asking, "Are you the
Messiah, the Son of the Blessed?"
62 Jesus said, "Yes, I am, and you'll see it yourself:
The Son of Man seated At the right hand of the
Mighty One, Arriving on the clouds of heaven."
63 The Chief Priest lost his temper. Ripping his
clothes, he yelled, "Did you hear that? After that do
we need witnesses?
64 You heard the blasphemy. Are you going to stand
for it?" They condemned him, one and all.
The sentence: death. 65 Some of them started spitting at him. They
blindfolded his eyes, then hit him, saying, "Who hit
you? Prophesy!" The guards, punching and slapping,
took him away.
66 While all this was going on, Peter was down in
the courtyard. One of the Chief Priest's servant girls
came in
67 and, seeing Peter warming himself there, looked
hard at him and said, "You were with the Nazarene,
Jesus."
68 He denied it: "I don't know what you're talking
about." He went out on the porch. A rooster crowed.
69 The girl spotted him and began telling the people
standing around, "He's one of them."
70 He denied it again. After a little while, the
bystanders brought it up again. "You've got to be one
of them. You've got 'Galilean' written all over you."
71 Now Peter got really nervous and swore, "I never
laid eyes on this man you're talking about."
72 Just then the rooster crowed a second time. Peter
remembered how Jesus had said, "Before a rooster
crows twice, you'll deny me three times."
He collapsed in tears.
1 At dawn's first light, the high priests, with the religious
leaders and scholars, arranged a conference with the
entire Jewish Council. After tying Jesus securely, they
took him out and presented him to Pilate.
2 Pilate asked him, "Are you the 'King of the Jews'?"
3 The high priests let loose a barrage of accusations.
4 Pilate asked again, "Aren't you going to answer
anything? That's quite a list of accusations."
5 Still, he said nothing. Pilate was impressed, really
impressed.
6 It was a custom at the Feast to release a prisoner,
anyone the people asked for.
7 There was one prisoner called Barabbas, locked
up with the insurrectionists who had committed
murder during the uprising against Rome.
8 As the crowd came up and began to present its
petition for him to release a prisoner,
9 Pilate anticipated them: "Do you want me to
release the King of the Jews to you?"
10 Pilate knew by this time that it was through sheer
spite that the high priests had turned Jesus over to him.
11 But the high priests by then had worked up the
crowd to ask for the release of Barabbas.
12 Pilate came back, "So what do I do with this man
you call King of the Jews?"
13 They yelled, "Nail him to a cross!"
14 Pilate objected, "But for what crime?" But they
yelled all the louder, "Nail him to a cross!"
15 Pilate gave the crowd what it wanted, set Barabbas
free and turned Jesus over for whipping and crucifixion.
16 The soldiers took Jesus into the palace (called
Praetorium) and called together the entire brigade.
17 They dressed him up in purple and put a crown
plaited from a thorn bush on his head.
18 Then they began their mockery: "Bravo, King of
the Jews!"
19 They banged on his head with a club, spit on him,
and knelt down in mock worship.
20 After they had had their fun, they took off the purple
cape and put his own clothes back on him. Then they
marched out to nail him to the cross.
21 There was a man walking by, coming from work,
Simon from Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus.
They made him carry Jesus' cross.
22 The soldiers brought Jesus to Golgotha, meaning
"Skull Hill."
23 They offered him a mild painkiller (wine mixed with
myrrh), but he wouldn't take it. 24 And they nailed him to the cross. They divided up
his clothes and threw dice to see who would get them.
25 They nailed him up at nine o'clock in the morning.
26 The charge against him - the king of the jews -
was printed on a poster.
27 Along with him, they crucified two criminals, one
to his right, the other to his left.
29 People passing along the road jeered, shaking their
heads in mock lament: "You bragged that you could tear
down the Temple and then rebuild it in three days -
30 so show us your stuff! Save yourself! If you're really
God's Son, come down from that cross!"
31 The high priests, along with the religion scholars,
were right there mixing it up with the rest of them,
having a great time poking fun at him: "He saved others
- but he can't save himself!
32 Messiah, is he? King of Israel? Then let him climb
down from that cross. We'll all become believers then!"
Even the men crucified alongside him joined in the
mockery.
33 At noon the sky became extremely dark.
34 The darkness lasted three hours. At three o'clock,
Jesus groaned out of the depths, crying loudly, "Eloi,
Eloi, lama sabachthani?" which means, "My God, my
God, why have you abandoned me?"
35 Some of the bystanders who heard him said,
"Listen, he's calling for Elijah."
36 Someone ran off, soaked a sponge in sour wine,
put it on a stick, and gave it to him to drink, saying,
"Let's see if Elijah comes to take him down."
37 But Jesus, with a loud cry, gave his last breath.
38 At that moment the Temple curtain ripped right
down the middle.
39 When the Roman captain standing guard in front
of him saw that he had quit breathing, he said, "This
has to be the Son of God!"
40 There were women watching from a distance,
among them Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of
the younger James and Joses, and Salome.
41 When Jesus was in Galilee, these women
followed and served him, and had come up with
him to Jerusalem.
42 Late in the afternoon, since it was the Day of
Preparation (that is, Sabbath eve),
43 Joseph of Arimathea, a highly respected member
of the Jewish Council, came. He was one who lived
expectantly, on the lookout for the kingdom of God.
Working up his courage, he went to Pilate and asked
for Jesus' body.
44 Pilate questioned whether he could be dead that
soon and called for the captain to verify that he was
really dead. 45 Assured by the captain, he gave Joseph the corpse.
46 Having already purchased a linen shroud, Joseph
took him down, wrapped him in the shroud,
placed him in a tomb that had been cut into the rock,
and rolled a large stone across the opening.
47 Mary Magdalene and Mary, mother of Jesus,
watched the burial.
MONDAY, APRIL 2ND —
This is Pastor Bob's and Naomi's day off.
The Office will be closed today.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3RD —
Adair U.M.W. will meet in the church at 9:00 A.M.
THURSDAY, APRIL 5TH —
HOLY THURSDAY SERVICE IN CASEY U.M.C.
AT 7 PM We will have Holy Communion.
FRIDAY, APRIL 6TH —
THIS IS GOOD FRIDAY
The children will have spring break today through
Monday, April 9th.
No school until Tuesday, April 10th.
Sunday, April 8th is Easter Sunday
Sunrise Service at the Adair Park 6AM
Regular time Services to follow
AUMC-9:00AM
CUMC- 10:30AM
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3 Words That Will Change Your Life
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29 articles tagged with gender were found.
Transnational and cosmopolitan families. Exploring diversity among migrants
Viorela Ducu and Áron Telegdi-Csetri, Managing “Difference” in Eastern-European Transnational Families. Peter Lang: Frankfurt am Main, 2016, 190 pages.
By Aija Lulle No Comments on Transnational and cosmopolitan families.
gender – merely a “social fact” the Construction of Neo-Authoritarian Us/Them Dichotomies
That gender cannot be reduced to an ahistorical fact is a widely researched insight of multidisciplinary gender studies. In theory as well as in political practice gender is thus generally understood as a post-essentialist, reflexive, and contingent concept. Against this backdrop the essay asks for the German context in what way and with which intentions, neo-authoritarian discourses and movements explicitly not only reject, attack and defame gender as concept, but also reclaim it. I will argue that under the cipher ‘anti-genderism’, a discourse has been formed that can first be described as a neo-fundamentalist discourse and that is secondly explicitly used to construct racist, neo-authoritarian us/them-dichotomies. The so called anti-gender forces become thus identifiable as the element of a dispositif, which is at the core and subject to further clarification of anti-democratic nature.
By Sabine Hark No Comments on gender – merely a “social fact”
Fatherly emotions in Soviet Russia
New legislation at the end of the 1960s contained clearer procedural rules for marrying and divorcing and material regulations on support payments for children after divorce. Family values and domestic comfort increasingly occupied people’s minds from the 1960s onwards. This decade can be regarded as the point when, for the first time, public demands were made on men to be present in the family and more involved and engaged in their role as fathers.
By Helene Carlbäck No Comments on Fatherly emotions in Soviet Russia
Gendered voices from East-Central Europe. Breaking out of the deadlock of neoliberalism vs. rightwing populism
Solidarity in Struggle: Feminist Perspectives on Neo-liberalism in East-Central Europe, EszterKováts (ed.), Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, 2016,115 pages
By Weronika Grzebalska No Comments on Breaking out of the deadlock of neoliberalism vs. rightwing populism
Mass mobilization against the ban on abortion
Mass mobilization against the ban on abortion is just another example of a new wave of grassroots mobilization in citizens protesting against the changes introduced by the conservative populist Law and Justice in Poland. Polish society becomes extremely polarized but also much more engaged and politically active.
By Elzbieta Korolczuk No Comments on Mass mobilization against the ban on abortion
Between invisible labor and political participation Women in the Solidarność movement and in today’s politics in Poland
In 1980, women’s participation in the Solidarność movement was far from invisible. Women were present from the start and they “took over” several highly important activities in Solidarność after its de-legalization in December 1981. The invisibility of these tasks was compounded by the fact that all of this work was illegal.
By Ewa Majewska No Comments on and political participation
Studies on men and masculinities in Ukraine Dynamics of (under) Development
Although there have been some attempts to “add men” into gender analysis, so far these attempts have primarily been made in order to balance the gender perspective and demonstrate that gender is not only about women. Critical analysis and deconstruction of men’s privileges has not yet taken place. Pro-feminist men and masculinities studies in Ukraine is emerging under rather problematic anti-feminist ideological conditions.
By Tetyana Bureychak No Comments on and masculinities in Ukraine
Going west or going back? Searching for new male identity
The stereotype of the Soviet man was destroyed in the early 1990s. New forms of culture, such as comic books, tried to invent new male models. In 1991, a group of authors started to publish the comic magazine Veles, in which patterns of male identity were constructed. The comics expressed a form of sublimation of post war and post Soviet trauma.
By Daria Dmitrieva No Comments on Searching for new male identity
Paternalistic images of power in Soviet photography
The images of the leaders in the widely distributed press played an important part in shaping the ideological platform in the Soviet Union, including the regulation, control and support of a certain gender order.
By Ekaterina Vikulina No Comments on in Soviet photography
Translating “gender equality” Northwestern Russia meets the global gender equality agenda
The unsuccessful “translation” of “gender equality” into Russian reveals numerous difficulties and indicates that the realization of the transnational feminist agenda could meet with serious obstacles not only in the countries of the “Third World”, but also in some former “Second World” countries.
By Yulia Gradskova No Comments on Northwestern Russia meets the global gender equality agenda
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The revision of Herstory. Global state socialist women’s activism from a new perspective
Second World, Second Sex: Socialist Women’s Activism and Global Solidarity during the Cold War. Kristen Ghodsee. Duke University Press, 2019, 328 pages.
Linking gender and food in the late Soviet context Narratives, discourses, representations
Seasoned Socialism: Gender and Food in Late Soviet Everyday Life , Ed. by Anastasia Lakhtikova, Angela Brintlinger, and Irina Glushchenko. Bloomington, Indiana: Indiana University Press, 2019, 396 pages
The Chernobyl disaster. From the explosion to the closing of the plant
Chernobyl: History of a Tragedy, Serhii Plokhy, Penguin (2019), 432 pages, Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize 2018
Art History outside the nationalist paradigm. Soros art centers in a global perspective
Globalizing East European Art Histories. Past and Present. Routledge Research in Art History Beáta Hock and Anu Allas (ed.), London: Routledge, 2018. 232 pages.
Politics of colonization. Russian imperial governance through the institution of marriage
Negotiating Imperial Rule. Colonists and Marriage in the Nine-teenth-Century Black Sea Steppe Julia Malitska, Södertörn Doctoral Dissertations 135, Stockholm 2017, 392 pages.
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Christopher Robin: Don’t Bother, by David Bax
by · Published August 2, 2018 · Updated August 13, 2018
Last year saw the release of Goodbye Christopher Robin, which dramatized the relationship between Winnie the Pooh creator A.A. Milne and his son, on whom he based his most famous human character. Now we get a new movie about that character, who shares a name with his real life counterpart, leaving behind the Hundred Acre Wood and joining the human world. It’s a bit confusing, especially since neither film feels like it’s rooted in any recognizable version of our reality. The best you can say about Christopher Robin, Marc Forster’s soggy new take on Milne’s creations, is that it’s better than last year’s Christopher Robin movie. But that’s not saying much.
Christopher Robin‘s top-billed screenwriter is celebrated New York indie whiz kid Alex Ross Perry, which raises more questions than it answers. He’s trafficked in homage before but with the lazy convolutions and tropes like the long-suffering wife (Hayley Atwell) on display here, it’s hard to imagine to what cinematic touchstones he was hoping to pay tribute.
Actually, that’s not entirely true. There’s a clear, if regrettable, antecedent to Christopher Robin. Christopher (Ewan McGregor), the grown-up version of a famous British character from children’s literature, is suddenly pulled back into the fantasy world from which we know him but which he has long abandoned for sad, mean, quotidian pursuits. Yes, Christopher Robin has the same plot as Steven Spielberg’s Hook. As garish and cynical an exercise as that movie is, though, it at least got the basic mechanics right. Forster and the team of screenwriters err grievously by failing to clearly delineate the two realms, removing the weight from Christopher’s new life and the wonder from his old one while simultaneously denying us the necessary sting of his departure.
On the other hand, Christopher Robin has a leg up on Hook in its beloved roster of talking animal characters, who are as delightful here as ever, charmingly obstinate in the face of time. This is especially true of Pooh himself (voiced as usual by Jim Cummings) whose utter lack of guile is endearing to the point of heartbreak and whose inability to be in a hurry is not frustrating but hilarious; like, for instance, when he is politely insistent on wanting a balloon even while Christopher is rushing to catch a train. When the other core animals—Piglet (Nick Mohammed), Eeyore (Brad Garrett) and Tigger (also Cummings)—join Pooh and Christopher in post-war London, the movie finally takes flight. In this iteration, these characters are visualized in the form of photorealistic stuffed animals so, when they team up with Christopher’s daughter (Bronte Carmichael) for a mad dash through the city via train, taxi, delivery truck and, for a time, a wildly caroming suitcase, Forster is able to briefly achieve some of the fleet-footed exuberance of the Toy Story movies.
Most of the time, though, Forster fumbles what ought to be the humorous elements. He has a tendency to focus too intently on faces and movements to let comedy breathe. The drab color palette ought to be an ironic counterpoint to the whimsy on hand but Forster doesn’t seem to get the joke. It’s too bad he couldn’t continue the bright, almost surrealist look of his most recent feature (and previous collaboration with cinematographer Matthias Koenigswieser), All I See Is You, a career best for the director so far. Instead, he insists on close-ups until they become oppressive; it’s as if he’s screaming at the viewer to pay attention but not offering anything to pay attention to.
Any cursory scrutiny of the movie will reveal nothing but surface. There’s no emotion or moral that Perry and his fellow screenwriters Tom McCarthy and Allison Schroeder won’t literalize. “I’m not a child anymore,” Christopher insists, “I’m an adult with adult responsibilities,” to which Pooh replies, “You’re Christopher Robin,” in an exchange that essentially doubles as a plot summary, like it was filmed specifically for the trailer and then someone accidentally left it in. Such on-the-nose insights are continuous; the only thing more ham-fisted than the character development is the character growth, lurching ahead with each clearly marked and learned lesson like the lamest videogame ever. Finally, Christopher Robin’s attempt to bring Milne’s classic stories into the adult world collapses in a resolution that even a child would recognize as insultingly simplistic.
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Bembridge RNLI’s Inshore Lifeboat launched to assist a RIB with two crew onboard that had broken down off St Helens Old Church.
RNLB Norman Harvey (D-778 Inshore Lifeboat) was launched at around 6.30pm this evening at the request of UK (Solent) Coastguard to assist the crew of a RIB from Bembridge that had broken down, and although she was at anchor, was in danger of being swept onto the rocks opposite St Helens Old Church in the easterly swell.
There were two people onboard, their 10 year old daughter having swum ashore to raise the alarm. The Norman Harvey did not take long to reach the RIB and having beached it safely, assisted the two crew ashore to meet up with the local Coastguard team and their daughter.
They then refloated the RIB and towed her into the harbour to her berth on the Visitors pontoon. The Norman Harvey was recovered by 7.15pm.
Photo by Darren Toogood, Island Echo
Cancelled launch - (from Bembridge Community Facebook page) "My Husband and I own That’ll Do, we have tens of thousands of sea miles logged but sometimes unforeseen circumstances happen. Even the best prepared boat and with a full set of up to date charts things can still go wrong. The coastguard didn’t have to rescue us nor the RNLI.
We do very much appreciate the assistance of Bob on fishing vessel My Way out of Bembridge. Thanks Bob, really appreciated.
Bembridge RNLI’s All-Weather Lifeboat assists local Coastguard teams locate a missing walker in the Culver area.
Prior to recovering after escorting the 20 foot powerboat that had run aground earlier in the day on Bembridge Ledge into Bembridge Harbour, RNLB Alfred Albert Williams (Tamar All--Weather Lifeboat 16-17) was re-tasked by UK (Solent) Coastguard to the Culver area to assist local Coastguard teams to locate a walker who had been reported as missing and was possibly in difficulty getting to safety as the tide was coming in. Having made their way to the Yaverland side of the cliffs they spotted the walker who was making his way slowly up towards the Coastguard teams. As the Alfred Albert Williams was therefore no longer required, she was stood down by UK (Solent) Coastguard and returned to the Boathouse. She was recovered by 7:30pm.
Photo of Culver area where the walker was spotted was taken by Dom Green.
Bembridge RNLI’s All-Weather Lifeboat escorts the 20 foot powerboat that ran aground earlier today on the Bembridge Ledge into Bembridge Harbour.
Although a bit earlier than originally planned, RNLB Alfred Albert Williams (Tamar All-Weather Lifeboat 16-17) launched at about 5.15pm to recover the 20 foot powerboat that had run aground on the Bembridge Ledge this morning. Once in the vicinity of the anchored boat, the Y-boat was launched and two crew members were transferred to the powerboat. Having successfully started her engine and recovered the anchor, they then made their way into Bembridge Harbour escorted by the Alfred Albert Williams. Before the Y-boat was recovered she was diverted to assist a kitesurfer who had been reported to be in difficulty off Paddock Drive; however by the time they got there, the kitesurfer, assisted by two windsurfers had made it safely almost back to the beach.
Prior to recovering, the Alfred Albert Williams was diverted to another incident. Further information will reported in due course.
Bembridge RNLI’s Inshore Lifeboat launched to assist five crew members of a 20 foot powerboat that had run aground on the Bembridge Ledge.
RNLB Norman Harvey (D-778 Inshore Lifeboat) was launched at just after 11.00am this morning at the request of UK (Solent) Coastguard to assist the crew of a 20ft powerboat that had run aground on Bembridge Ledge. It obviously did not take long for the Norman Harvey to reach the stranded boat that had four adults and a child onboard. The boat had run aground at slow speed so there were no injuries or apparent damage to the boat itself. As it was almost high and dry the Norman Harvey took the crew back to the Station to wait for the tide to come back in (LW Portsmouth 13:05 1.9m).
Rather than risk having the powerboats's crew walk back out to their boat and waiting for the tide to come in, the current plan is to launch RNLB Alfred Albert Williams (Tamar All-Weather Lifeboat 16-17) at around 6pm to recover the powerboat to Bembridge Harbour. The Norman Harvey was recovered by 11.45am.
Bembridge RNLI’s Inshore Lifeboat launched to assist in locating one, possibly two casualties who had been injured on the cliff between Seagrove & Priory Bays.
RNLB Norman Harvey (D-778 Inshore Lifeboat) was launched at just after 6pm this evening at the request of UK (Solent) Coastguard to assist the local Coastguard teams locate one, possibly two casualties who had injured themselves on the cliff between Seagrove & Priory Bays. Conditions were calm and they reached the area by 6.10pm.
In the event there was only one casualty who was initially being treated by the paramedics and was then taken by the Coastguard team, with assistance from the lifeboat crew to a Coastguard helicopter (Rescue 163) that had landed on Priory Beach. He was subsequently medivaced to hospital in Southampton. The Norman Harvey then returned to Lane End and was recovered by 8pm.
On scene photos by Fred Milne
Postscript: a member of the casualties family posted on Facebook that he was not as badly injured as first thought and had not broken anything.
Bembridge RNLI’s Lifeboats launched to recover a casualty located in the area of the Nostrils between Whitecliff Bay & Yaverland.
RNLB Norman Harvey (D-778 Inshore Lifeboat) was launched at 4pm and RNLB Alfred Albert Williams (Tamar All-Weather Lifeboat 16-17) at 4.10pm at the request of UK (Solent) Coastguard to recover a casualty who had been located by the local Coastguard team in the area of the Nostrils between Whitecliff Bay & Yaverland. Once recovered both boats returned to Bembridge Lifeboat Station to await the Police & the Coroners representative. Both boats were recovered by 5.30pm.
Bembridge RNLI’s Inshore Lifeboat launched to assist locate a missing person in the Culver area.
RNLB Norman Harvey (D-778 Inshore Lifeboat) was launched earlier this evening (8.50pm) at the request of UK (Solent) Coastguard to assist the Police, local Coastguard teams & Sandown & Shanklin Independent Lifeboat in locating a missing member of the public thought possibly to be in the area of Culver Cliffs.
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LAKE FOREST, Ill. - Lance Briggs was not too keen on looking back as the Chicago Bears prepared to face the Green Bay Packers. That season-ending loss last year? Thats overblown, Briggs said. What matters to the seven-time Pro Bowl linebacker is that the Bears are going for their third straight win when the Packers visit on Sunday afternoon a€” not the loss in last years playoffs-or-bust finale at Soldier Field. Aaron Rodgers returned from a broken collarbone in that game and hit a wide-open Randall Cobb for a 48-yard touchdown in the closing minute to clinch the NFC North title. Safety Chris Conte missed his coverage assignment with the Bears in an all-out blitz, and Chicago missed the playoffs for the sixth time in seven seasons. To me, this is 2014, Briggs said. We just gotta go out and win. Gotta go out and win. Thats more important than anything else a€” we go out and get that W and everybody will be happy. Thats exactly what the Bears have been doing the past two weeks. They shook off a season-opening loss to Buffalo at home with prime-time victories on each coast, beating the San Francisco 49ers and then taking out the New York Jets on Monday night. Theyve done it despite losing several starters on offence and defence to injuries. The Packers (1-2) cant seem to get their offence in gear. They rank 28th overall and 27th in the run. The passing game isnt exactly lighting things up, either, and there was plenty of room to improve overall after last weeks 19-7 loss to Detroit. The Packers 223 yards of total offence were the teams lowest total since a 184-yard outing on Nov. 9, 2008, in a 28-27 loss to Minnesota. The 51 offensive plays were nowhere near the goal of 75 that coach Mike McCarthy likes to run. It has added up to a third straight 1-2 start for Green Bay. We just have to figure out whats going to work for this team this year and ride with that, receiver Jordy Nelson said. Here are some things to look for in this game. CATCH THIS: Both teams have concerns at receiver. Chicagos Brandon Marshall continues to be limited by an ankle injury. He had just one catch for 6 yards in Mondays win. On the plus side for the Bears, Alshon Jeffery is coming off a big game with eight catches for 105 yards after being listed as questionable with a hamstring issue. For the Packers, Nelson is second in the NFL with 351 yards receiving and tied for third in catches (23). But it would help if they got Cobb going, too. He had three short touchdown catches in the first two games, but his season high through three games is 58 yards. Well, I think were close, Rodgers said. Weve had a couple opportunities, we both havent hit on those. But I have a ton of confidence in him, you know we train together in the off-season, you know we have a lot of conversations during the week. PEPPERS, ALLEN: The Bears replaced one top pass rusher with another when they released Julius Peppers and signed Jared Allen. While they wont be on the field at the same time, to some they might be competing against each other. The Bears decided to go in a different direction after Peppers finished with seven sacks last season, matching the second-lowest total of his career, and parted ways with the eight-time Pro Bowl defensive end. Instead, they rebuilt a defence that ranked among the worst in franchise history and brought in Allen, hoping he could spark their pass rush and solidify their run defence. So far? Allen has a big zero in the sack column. Peppers had one last week at Detroit. RUN AWAY: The Bears have a Pro Bowl running back in Matt Forte. Green Bay has last seasons Offensive Rookie of the Year, Eddie Lacy. Yet, neither team is gaining much on the ground. Forte had 17 carries for 82 yards in the season-opening loss to Buffalo. Since then, its been 12 for 21 yards against San Francisco and 13 for 33 against the Jets. Lacy is averaging just 3.1 yards on his 36 carries, and without much of a run game, the play action becomes less effective. Maybe something will give this week, considering neither defence has been good at stopping the run. PICK IT: Rookie cornerback Kyle Fuller is coming through in a big way for the Bears, particularly with Charles Tillman suffering a season-ending arm injury. Fuller picked off Colin Kaepernick twice to help the Bears rally at San Francisco and had his league-leading third interception while forcing two fumbles against the Jets. MILESTONE VICTORIES: One team will reach a milestone in this one, assuming no tie. The Packers will either join Chicago as the only franchises with 700 victories, or the Bears will pick up win No. 750. Fernandinho Jersey . -- Fresh off their surprising run in the playoffs, the Portland Trail Blazers have signed head coach Terry Stotts to a multi-year contract extension. Gabriel Jesus Brazil Jersey . The team said they will announce a corresponding roster move prior to their series opener on Tuesday night in Kansas City. http://www.soccerbrazilonline.com/Thiago...America-Jersey/. "This is my city," the Toronto native said upon his arrival Wednesday night. And the 35-year-old former league MVP says he is hoping to making 2014 a memorable year. Danilo Jersey . The 20-year-old overager has appeared in 35 games for the Ontario Hockey Leagues Erie Otters this season, scoring 41 goals and adding 27 assists with a plus-28 rating. Ederson Brazil Jersey . The third-ranked Lewis, a three-time winner this year on the LPGA Tour, had a 9-under 135 total at Emirates Golf Course in the Ladies European Tours season-ending tournament.DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- Philip Mack had a try and two conversions in Canadas 33-24 loss to Portugal on Saturday in the semifinal of the Dubai Sevens tournament. The Canadians had started the second day of the tournament with a 22-12 triumph over Spain in the quarter-final, led by John Moonlights two tries. In the semi, the game began poorly for Canada as a mistake from the kickoff led to Portugal crossing via Aderito Esteves wide out. Pedro Leal landed the touchline extras. It looked like Canada would rally when Harry Jones set off on an impressive break-out following Nanyak Dalas evasive work close to his own try-line. However, the ball was turned over and Portugal soon struck when Miguel Lucas went in under the posts. Leal was successful again, making it 14-0. That score was compounded by the loss of Canadian Ciaran Hearn to injury in back play. His replacement, Adam Kleeberger, scored a try soon after to reduce Portugals lead to just seven points. Mack then capitalized on a Portuguese error, racing in and make it 14-12 at the break. Manuel Costa and David Mateus extended the Portugese lead further in the opening exchanges of the second half to make it 26-12 with four minutes remaining. Moonlight and Mike Scholtz responded for Canada, cutting the lead to two points with 20 seconds left to play before Mateus landed the final scoore.dddddddddddd Later, Fiji won its first Dubai Sevens rugby title by blitzing last seasons two best teams, New Zealand in the semifinals and South Africa in the final. Fiji gave New Zealand, the World Cup and world series champion and winner of the first leg at Gold Coast, its heaviest defeat in the series 15-year history by 44-0 then proceeded to score four tries in the final before South Africa replied. Fijis sevens talent has been far less of a doubt than their consistency. They have won the series only once, in 2006, and started this series with a quarter-final loss in Gold Coast. But in their first final in five tournaments going back to last season, Benito Masilevu was over 90 seconds in, and again in the eighth minute from a patient pass by Pio Tuwai. A minute later, South Africa had a man sin-binned and Samisoni Viriviri scored from the kickoff. From 19-0 at halftime, it became 24-0 when Osea Kolinisau spoiled South Africa scrum ball and flicked it to his side and Emosi Mulevoro ran in untouched from halfway. While Jona Tuitoga was in the bin, South Africa hit back with tries to Cheslin Kolbe and Sampie Mastriet, but Kolinisau set up replacement Leo Naikasau. Chris Dry finished the scoring for South Africa. South Africa beat England 26-12 in the semifinals, and host the next leg in Port Elizabeth next weekend. 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(trivia on the distance scale)
(fixed lens, rangefinder internals, biblio +1)
The viewfinder consists of a glass element at the front, retractable in a small spring-loaded casing attached to the front plate, and an eyepiece hinged to the main body, at the rear. It does not provide parallax correction, unlike that of the [[Makina]].
The camera is focused by turning a small knob at the right end of the front plate, which controls the angle of the main struts. The distance is indicated by an index rotating inside a circular scale, under the viewfinder casing. The index is always pointing at three o'clock when the distance is set to infinity; minor variations are known in the minimum distance (1m or 1.1m), and in the position of the index at minimum distance (12 o'clock or 10 o'clock). There is a button placed between the lens and the focusing wheel, unlocking the scissor struts to close the camera.
The camera is focused by turning a small knob at the right end of the front plate, which controls the angle of the main struts. The distance is indicated by an index rotating inside a circular scale, under the viewfinder casing. The index is always pointing at three o'clock when the distance is set to infinity; minor variations are known in the minimum distance (1m or 1.1m), and in the position of the index at minimum distance (12 o'clock or 10 o'clock). There is a button placed between the lens and the focusing wheel, unlocking the scissor struts to close the camera. The lens is fixed, unlike that of the [[Makina]], and always has f/4.5 aperture and 105mm (or 10.5cm) focal length.
The name ''Minolta'' and the body serial number are engraved on the viewfinder's front casing, and the round ''MTS'' logo of the [[Minolta|Molta]] company is embossed at the top of the front plate, above the opening button.
The '''Autofocus Minolta''' (オートフォーカス・ミノルタ), later '''Auto Minolta''' (オート・ミノルタ), has a coupled rangefinder. It was released in 1935, and was the first Japanese camera equipped with such device.<REF> The date first appears in Taniguchi, p.277 of {{SK}} no.77, and in "Hensen kamera ichiran-pyō", p.295 of the same magazine (documents also reproduced in Tanimura, pp.7–8 of {{CCN}} no.116). The fifty-year history ''Minolta 50-nen no ayumi'' says August 1935 on pp.5 and 65 but an advertisement in {{ACA}} April 1935 is reproduced in Tanimura, p.11 of {{CCN}} no.118. The year 1935 repeated in Awano, p.15 of {{KKS}} no.12, Francesch, pp.22 and 78, Scheibel, p.21, Lewis, pp.52–3, ''Eimukku 735 Minolta'', pp.131 and 133. For the first version, {{SUG}}, items 1195, says 1933–4, and {{MK}}, p.673, says 1933, but these are probable mistakes. </REF>
The rangefinder is contained in a casing placed above the camera, on the right of the viewfinder, with two round windows at the front. The base length is 7cm.<REF> Leaflet ''Asanuma Shōkai hatsubai no kokusan kamera Minoruta Happī''. </REF> The eyepiece is at the left end, close to the viewfinder eyepiece. Four versions of this rangefinder casing are known. At least some examples of the Auto Minolta have a plate inscribed ''PATENTS–NIPPON'' screwed behind the front plate, next to the focusing wheel; it is not known if this was present on all the examples.
The rangefinder is contained in a casing placed above the camera, on the right of the viewfinder, with two round windows at the front. The internals consist of a fixed half-mirror and a rotating prism, and the base length is 7cm.<REF> Fixed half-mirror and rotating prism: Noma, p.38. 7cm base length: leaflet ''Asanuma Shōkai hatsubai no kokusan kamera Minoruta Happī''. </REF> The eyepiece is at the left end, close to the viewfinder eyepiece. Four versions of this rangefinder casing are known. At least some examples of the Auto Minolta have a plate inscribed ''PATENTS–NIPPON'' screwed behind the front plate, next to the focusing wheel; it is not known if this was present on all the examples.
=== First version ===
* {{Lewis}} Pp.48 and 182.
* {{McKeown12}} P.673.
* Noma Toshio (野間俊夫). ''Kyorikei-tsuki kamera no henpo'' (距離計付きカメラの変遷, Evolution of rangefinder cameras). Gendai Kamera Shinsho (現代カメラ新書) 65. Tokyo: Asahi Sonorama, 1979. No ISBN number. Pp.37–8.
* {{Scheibel}} Pp.16–7 and 20–1.
* {{Zukan}} Items 1195–7.
Auto Minolta. (Image rights)
The Minolta (ミノルタ) and Auto Minolta (オートミノルタ) are strut-folding cameras taking 6.5×9cm plates or film sheets, made by Molta and later Chiyoda Kōgaku Seikō (predecessors of Minolta).
Original Minolta, in a leaflet for the Minolta and Happy range dating c.1935. The original picture shows a Lidex shutter and Actiplan Anastigmat München lens; the Crown marking visible here is the result of a retouch.
Surviving examples of the first version are known with serial numbers in the 9xxx and 10xxx range. Most have the Actiplan Anastigmat Nippon 105mm f/4.5 lens in a Crown shutter (T, B, 1–200), inscribed Patents–Nippon. One example is known with the same Actiplan lens in a rim-set Compur shutter (T, B, 1–250). All the cameras have the close distance setting at 12 o'clock; the indication was switched from 1m to 1.1m at some time, around body no.10200.[23] (All subsequent models have 1.1m close focusing distance.)
Surviving examples of the second version are known with serial numbers in the 11xxx and 12xxx range. Most examples have the close distance setting at 12 o'clock, but at least two have a different distance scale with the closest setting at 10 o'clock; this feature seems independent of the lens or shutter type.[28] Some cameras have the Actiplan Anastigmat Nippon 105mm f/4.5 lens and Crown shutter (T, B, 1–200), inscribed Patents–Nippon. At least one has the Tessar 10.5cm f/4.5 lens and Compur shutter (T, B, 1–250). One example is known with the Actiplan Anastigmat Nippon lens and the Compur shutter (T, B, 1–250), a combination which is also known on the first version of the Auto Minolta (see above); it seems that this combination was never mentioned in advertising, but it was perhaps sold before the adoption of the Tessar lens.
↑ Fixed half-mirror and rotating prism: Noma, p.38. 7cm base length: leaflet Asanuma Shōkai hatsubai no kokusan kamera Minoruta Happī.
Leaflet for the Auto Minolta, dating c.1935, by Asanuma Shōkai. Ōto-fōkasu Minoruta kamera (オートフォカスミノルタカメラ, Auto-focus Minolta camera). Document owned by A. Apra and reproduced in this Flickr album by Rebollo_fr.
Auto Minolta and more pictures in Miyazawa Noriyuki's camera site (the dial-set Compur shutter is not original)
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Australia women’s T20 team wins The Don Award after memorable World Cup win in March
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Australia’s women’s T20 World Cup winners have become just the second team to win the The Don Award, after their memorable tournament victory at the MCG in March.
Their dominant win in the final was watched by 86,174 fans at the iconic venue – the largest crowd for a women’s sporting event in Australia and the record figure for a women’s cricket match globally.
The Don is presented annually at the Sport Australia Hall of Fame (SAHOF) awards to the athlete or team whose deeds most inspired the nation over the past 12 months – with the Socceroos in 2006 the only other side to be bestowed the honour.
Australia’s women cricketers have won successive T20 World Cups and five in total.
Meanwhile, former Wallabies captain John Eales was the 42nd member of the SAHOF to be elevated to legend status, 17 years after his induction.
He is the first rugby union player to receive the honour – joining the likes of Wally Lewis, Cathy Freeman and Rod Laver in the category.
Camera IconKaty Perry performs on stage with the Australian cricket team following their victory in the ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Final. Credit: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images
Eales won two Rugby World Cups, in 1991, aged just 21, and as captain in 1999.
The awards, conducted virtually this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, also marked the induction of seven other Australian athletes to the SAHOF.
They were Olympic diving gold medallist Matthew Mitcham, Tour de France winner Cadel Evans, woodchopping great David Foster, basketball superstar Lauren Jackson, two-time world netball championship winning captain Michelle den Dekker, netball coaching legend Jill McIntosh and Sydney Olympics water polo gold medallist Bridgette Gusterson.
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Autothrall's Top Metal Albums of 2014...aaaand other best of lists you don't really care about either.
The Top 20 Metal and Vaguely Metal-Related Albums of 2014
01. Hail Spirit Noir (Gr) - Oi Magoi (95)
02. Sólstafir (Is) - Ótta (95)
03. Thantifaxath (US) - Sacred White Noise (93)
04. John Gallow (US) - Violet Dreams (93)
05. Thy Darkened Shade (Gr) - Liber Lvcifer I: Khem Sedjet (92)
06. Funereal Presence (US) - The Archer Takes Aim (90)
07. Fallujah (US) - The Flesh Prevails (90)
08. Emptiness (Be) - Nothing but the Whole (90)
09. Occultation (US) - Silence in the Ancestral House (90)
10. Behemoth (Pl) - The Satanist (90)
11. The Dagger (Se) - The Dagger (90)
12. Calm Hatchery (Pl) - Fading Reliefs (90)
13. Opeth (Se) - Pale Communion (90)
14. Spectral Lore (Gr) - III (90)
15. Morbus Chron (Se) - Sweven (88)
16. Varathron (Gr) - Untrodden Corridors of Hades (87)
17. Ripper (Cl) - Raising the Corpse (87)
18. Horrendous (US) - Ecdysis (87)
19. Howls of Ebb (US) - Vigils of the 3rd Eye (85)
20. Halberd (Inter) - Remnants of Crumbling Empires (85)
You can find a much larger, 100-item RYM list here.
Yet another year in which I didn't come across anything I rated a perfect 10. I think the last time was Enslaved in 2010...so it's been awhile. Regardless, in a year where thousands of metal records are released, there is bound to be a creme de la creme, and this batch topped my coffee. The Greek scenes absolutely crushed it this year, with a fantastic record by veterans Varathron, yet upstaged by relative newcomers like Spectral Lore, Thy Darkened Shade and Hail Spirit Noir, who took the lead for me early in the year and never exactly lost it, though my feelings on Ótta are roughly equivalent. Oi Magoi is just something else. And yes, I know that and Opeth's latest might have about 3-4 actual metal riffs between them, but since they're 'ex-metal' bands and still beholden to that crowd, I threw them on the list anyway. Otherwise, a very diverse year...creative retro-death acts like Horrendous and Morbus Chron proved their debuts were no flukes, Behemoth released a triumphant album that I really feel is their strongest to date, and there were a lot of interesting black, doom and heavy metal hybrids. As I spend more and more time with my infant son, I have increasingly less time to write reviews, but my listening list for this year topped 440 new albums & EPs anyway. These were the ones that hung in there with me the most.
The Top 10 Not-Metal Albums You Could Catch Me Brooding or Dancing To If You Were in the Right Place. Don't Tell Anyone.
01. Raison D'etre (Se) - Mise en Abyme
02. Kimbra (NZ) - The Golden Echo
03. Aphex Twin (UK) - Syro
04. White Lung (US) - Deep Fantasy
05. Perturbator (Fr) - Dangerous Days
06. Killer Mike & El-P (US) - Run the Jewels 2
07. Little Dragon (Se) - Nabuma Rubberband
08. In Slaughter Natives (Se) - Cannula Coma Legio
09. Todd Terje (No) - It's Album Time
10. Liars (US) - Mess
A lot of electronic and ambient music, plus some post-punk, not a surprise since this is where my tastes generally run when I'm not headbanging and hailing Satan. As much as I dug the new Aphex Twin, it was Raison d'Etre's latest I found myself completely lost in on multiple occasions. UPDATED: Added two fantastic pop albums (Kimbra and Little Dragon), pushed back Julian Casablanca and the Voidz and Phantomgram (which are both still very much worth your time).
The Top 10 Movies That Didn't Suck This Year. There Were Others That Also Didn't Suck, but These Sucked...Less?!
01. The Grand Budapest Hotel
02. Birdman
03. The Raid 2: Berandal
04. Whiplash
05. The Salvation
06. Calvary
07. Nightcrawler
08. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
09. The Zero Theorem
10. Guardians of the Galaxy
I made a concerted effort in the last two months to check out just about every possible movie I might have enjoyed throughout the rest of the year, and I think I came damn close.
The Top 10 PC, Video and Handheld Console Games I Played. And Played.
01. Shovel Knight (PC/3DS/Wii U/PSN)
02. Wasteland 2 (PC)
03. Civilization: Beyond Earth (PC)
04. Transistor (PC/PS4)
05. Costume Quest 2 (PC/PS3/PS4/360/XBox One/Wii U/iOS)
06. World of Warcraft: Warlords of Draenor (PC)
07. LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham (Everything)
08. The Banner Saga (PC/PS4/iOS)
09. Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft (PC/iOD/Android)
10. South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC/PS3/360)
Less time than usual devoted to video games, thanks to a blossoming interest in designer board and card games which has led to a fairly large collection. But I still got around to most that I was interested in, and having acquired a new PC, phone and tablet I was able to check out a lot I had missed the last several years.
The Top 10 TableTop Board, Card Games and RPGs
Sort of a new category here...I mean I've played many tabletop RPGs over my life, and a healthy heaping of classics and collectible card games, but late 2013 through 2014 has marked an increased obsession with designer board games to the extent that it's currently my #1 hobby. Most of the stuff I tried out was older, since I had about a decade of classics to catch up on (including many Euros, which is why I haven't tried many of the new ones). There are likely a dozen or so really interesting 2014 titles I haven't tried yet, so the list is subject to change, but these are my early favorites.
01. Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition (RPG)
02. Fields of Arle (board)
03. Star Wars: Age of Rebellion (RPG)
04. Legendary Encounters: An Alien Deckbuilding Game (card)
05. The Strange (RPG)
06. Dead of Winter (board)
07. Abyss (board)
08. Doomtown: Reloaded (card)
09. Onward to Venus (board)
10. One Night Ultimate Werewolf (party)
The Top Novels and Comics...or Not
I'm afraid I've got to leave this mostly blank, friends, since there were only a handful of 2014 fantasy and science fiction novels I actually enjoyed, and I spent most of my time reading older series like The Horus Heresy or a lot of pulp sword & sorcery short fiction & comics. Brandon Sanderson's Words of Radiance was a nice addition to his Stormlight Archives series, Joe Abercrombie's stab at 'young adult' fantasy Half a King was nearly as engrossing as his earlier stuff. Also I really liked the latest Burton & Swinburne steampunk novel The Return of the Discontinued Man by Mark Hodder. If I manage to read a bunch more and formulate some sort of list in the coming year I'll update this.
Til Det Bergens Skygenne - Vandringen II (Lynnelandskap) (2014)
Far from the rustic scenery of its predecessor, Vandringen I: Skoglandskap, released in 2012, the latest Til Det Bergens Skygenne cassette released through Voldsom promises little but nihilisim: a gray, impenetrable haze staring at the listener who happens upon the cover image. So I was entirely taken aback when I started listening through this, because while it's far from a bright bout of sunshine, it's not nearly so bleak and dark as I had guessed. The material is certainly a departure from the Til Det Bergens Skygenne tapes before it, which were a naturalistic infusion of woodland ambient and dungeon synth in the vein of cult recordings from Mortiis, etc. Here Lord Vravenorn has offered us a less structured, more psychedelically intimate fusion of ambient minimalism, lo-fi beats and synthesizer lines which hearken more to his old synth influences...for instance you might hear some Tangerine Dream, but he's not exactly implementing the same pads, with a fraction of the rigid mechanical structure of Kraftwerk.
Previous recordings, while simplistic, were very consistent and felt a little more prepared than the material on this, which really feels as if he set up a few aesthetic parameters and began to unwind, layering in the varied synth textures to create something a little more alien. This was not unlike the parallel development of another of his projects, Yearner, although I feel like The Second Howl was a much more frightening and unusual effort, while this is honestly pretty smooth in parts. The three tracks create an overarching ebb and flow of psychedelia pointing straight at the 70s, a decade in which the keyboard was being developed with so many new tones; with the caveat that some of the grimier indulgent tones, beats and ambient swells were not in fashion during that time, and these tunes (like "Part III") definitely have a tendency to simmer into a climactic point. Fuse that sort of nostalgic miasma with colorful, spacey imagery kind of like you'd find as the backdrop to various antiquated science fiction shows and you'll find the appropriate headspace from which you can properly appreciate the hallucinatory terrain Vranevorn is digging through.
For much of the playtime, I felt as if I was floating weightless through some strange Limbo where the weird tones and melodies created a sense of serenity that was occasionally being marred by the more obnoxious little sounds that occasionally present themselves. The synth lines often feel playful or communicating with one another. The stark, sparse interruptions feel like astral garbage scows sifting through the puffy, purple emptiness for emotional salvage. But this is my own hyperbolic reaction to the stuff...you may feel as if you're watching a patch of multi-hued mushrooms bloom, or in some forgotten underground space where you're watching fluorescent slow motion waterfalls. It does occasionally have its moments of gloomier atmosphere, generally when the keys are more minimal and deeper tones ring off into the emotional void, but in general I found this to be really consistent, trippy material which is not at all an unwelcome shift from the canon predating it.
http://voldsomtapes.bandcamp.com/album/vandringen-ii-lynnelandskap
Labels: 2014, ambient, Germany, noise, til det bergens skyggene, win
Rotting Christ - 25 Years: The Path of Evil Existence (2014)
I don't have nearly as many expectations for a pack-in anthology disc as I do for a label-wrought compilation...the former is usually added as a gimmick, and at least you might be getting a half decent rag along with it...the latter is often nothing more than some I's being dotted on a bottom line. Metal Hammer of Greece is arguably one of the more 'legit' versions of that particular rag family still in print, and so it makes a lot of sense that they'd collaborate with countrymen Rotting Christ, the most successful dark metal band of Hellas, to put this forth, but let's call a spade a spade: this is reprinted material spanning the band's career, no matter how you try to dress it up and act like it's something unique, or 'exclusive', or 'chosen by the band itself'. It's not like you're going out and paying $18-20 for a pretty new booklet with a bunch of recycled cuts you've already heard, but it's still not nearly as important as going through this fantastic band's catalog and experiencing these songs in their original environments, along a lot of other great songs...many GREATER...Sakis and company obviously might not have the best taste in their own music, I'm putting that out there.
Do the songs 'represent' each of the group's many stages of evolution appropriately? I would say yes to that, and they're laid out here in a reverse chronological order, with one cut each taken from all the full lengths, beginning with "In Yumen Xibalba" off the disappointing Κατά τον δαίμονα εαυτού and then touring back through their better material up to track #11, "The Sign of Evil Existence" off of Thy Mighty Contract. But it doesn't end there, for the next few tracks ("The Forest of N'Gai", "Feast of the Grand Whore", "Vision of the Dead Lovers" etc) are taken from the band's earlier EPs, they are not exactly hiding those primitive origins and why should they? They close the selection off with another cut from Genesis ("Astral Embodiment") and then a live version of "Athanati Este", which is possibly the only thing the diehard fan hasn't heard (outside the studio), but that's exactly it...and like so many of these collections, I felt myself scratching my beard at the level of missed opportunity. Why not replace most of this with rare or live material, and offer someone an imperative to purchase the magazine? Clearly the only people this is going to possibly sway are complete newcomers who have no history with the Greeks, and even then I'm not sure they selected the best tracks for that job.
As for someone like myself, who has been following the group forever and enjoys the overwhelming majority of their full-length recordings, I can't think of a better use for this than smelting. Maybe I could eke out a brief few seconds of kindling from the cover art, though to be fair it's far superior to their last album which is one of the most shockingly amateur examples of 'minimalism' I've seen from a professional band that should know a lot better. If somehow, you are a Greek metal fan buying Greek Metal Hammer and you've missed out on Rotting Christ, then congratulations on this amazing find. I hope it gives you 70 minutes of enjoyment only before you head out and buy some of the band's actual albums, but as a 'product' this has all the substance of the aether. Inhaled it, exhaled it, got on with my miserable life. If I wore makeup I might use this as a mirror, but as it stands this won't even function as a rewritable CD. Hope there are some good articles in there... Perhaps there aren't a flock of ravenous label shills laughing behind the scenes, their fangs glistening as they drink the vitae from your wallets, but it's unfortunately just as much smoke blown out the proverbial ass. I'd rather marathon Κατά τον δαίμονα εαυτού while being served as kibble to Cerberus' spawn than take another look at this.
http://www.rotting-christ.com/
Labels: 2014, black metal, epic fail, Greece, rotting christ
Nachtreich/Spectral Lore - The Quivering Lights (2015)
Usually you have me at 'Spectral Lore', but The Quivering Lights split has done the favor of also introducing me to another talented act, Germany's neoclassical black metal mash-up Nachtreich, who have produced a few full-lengths in the past that for some reason I have not previously experienced. Probably because there is an almost labyrinthine number of Nacht- (night-) bands and I get too easily lost amongst them, but after hearing the material here I'll have no problem retaining the duo's sound in my memory. Their eloquent melancholy manifests early on the piano/violin duet of the intro piece "Lights", which later erupts with a few distorted chords to hint at the forthcoming study in contrasts that will define this collaboration in full, but I should add that theirs is a heavy emphasis on the classical instrumentation, with the metallic pieces serving as an emotional discharge or even a diversion.
This also leads to a slight snag in the recording, since the violin and pianos seem so clear and bright as they wander their own course, but when the more primitive black metal rasps and chords come in they seem a little more muddled. That's not to say it was a deal breaker, because really Nachtreich is using the added texture of the electric guitar and vocal as an icing to what they're already best at. The music definitely takes on a theatrical climax, like you're watching some foreign film with a classical score and it just begins to swell, only here in a more misanthropic direction. The composition is not necessarily 'minimalistic', but they use quite simplistic chord motifs to forward that choking sadness, which is hard not to feel moved by even if you're already feeling a sense of familiarity to the notes on exhibit; almost like a Kronos Quartet threaded with tints of raw black circa Burzum, I feel that the Germans might find an audience with fans of stuff like the recent Quebecois recordings by Gris or Sombre Forets, though the music is a little less sweeping and more grounded. They have three pieces on this split, and I have to say the pure, atmospheric instrumental "Greyness" was my choice.
What's even more interesting about this release, though, is how once again Spectral Lore rises to 'meet' the partner on their level, providing most of the more metallic components of the 46 minutes, but also interlacing these with the pianos and such that Nachtreich excels in. Ayloss is no stranger to incorporating all manner of ambient and classics influences and instruments on his records like III and Sentinel, but here he does so in a way that complements the other act's compositional choices. You will certainly encounter his penchant for blissful, interesting tremolo picked melodies and then that sheen of ambiance and vocal variation that he continues to hone, but he too errs on the side of 'raw' when it comes to how the rhythm guitar chords are balanced against the other instruments. All three of his tracks are really on point here, but "Vanishing" was my pick of the three, and 11 and a half minute beast with eerie acoustic/ambient guitars and strings that gradually evolves into this airy monument to drifting black metal with speech-like vocals being barked off in the background, and then a flux between these sorts of elements and the great clean guitars. His final piece "Reflection" is more New Age ambient classical guitar than anything, but it's as worthy a closer as Nachtreich's barren, absorbing intro.
The Quivering Lights could hardly be considered 'colorful' in its stylistic choices...much like the black & white toned cover art it gives me the impression of some nature-inspired sort of chamber music in which the corners are haunted by wraiths and shadows. Though I'm not sure which leaves a more gloomy impression, the black metal edge or the pianos and strings... At any rate, this is 100% mood music, and it might not be a mood I'm as often called to as I was on Sol, Spectral Lore's split with Mare Cognitum, but nevertheless both of the acts really commit, and intermingle seamlessly without eschewing their individual identities. And that, my friends, is far more effort you'll hear in a split recording than so many 'you take this side, I'll take that' recordings that feel like meaningless advertisements more than collaborations that breathe organic life into their creation.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nachtreich-Official/134636053320790?sk=wall
http://spectrallore.bandcamp.com/
Labels: 2015, black metal, Germany, Greece, nachtreich, neoclassical, spectral lore, win
King Diamond - Dreams of Horror (2014)
Should a release like Dreams of Horror really even exist in 2014? King Diamond and Mercyful Fate might stand beyond criticism in the eyes of many fans due to their respective legacies and longevity, but in the age of Bandcamp, YouTube, Torrents, etc. when most people can't even be bothered to purchase new original music, how will a compilation of previously recorded material fare? The fact that the tunes here are 'handpicked' by King Diamond doesn't really matter for me, that's been done a hundred times by various bands/musicians and any claims to the contrary are hyperbole. 'This is the first time a band has EVER cared enough achieve this monumental accomplishment!' Get stuffed. The fact that they are considered the 'ultimate versions' of these songs is also irrelevant. No, my friend...my friends, the 'ultimate versions' of these songs are the ones that the fanbase experienced as they were being recorded and released since the 80s, that stuck with us and entertained us for decades. Or, really, fans of ANY age who first took an interest in and tracked down the first legendary five records, which still stand head and fucking shoulders above anything this musician has released in his solo act since 1990.
Now, there is some novelty here in that they've managed to score the licenses to include the old material from Roadrunner/Warner. So while there have been comps before, this one is the most 'complete'. Yet it really just seems that KD and Metal Blade have gone out of their way to snake-oil this collection as the 'studio versions of a live set', as if that is supposed to render some legitimacy to purchasing more music we already own and take the individual tracks out of their respective stories. How about if we want to experience a live KD set, we just go to a goddamn live set? In reality, while the mastering on these tunes might sound crystal clear and evenly distributed across various eras of the band, it's just another pocket picking with a collage of prior album covers, high production values on the package, the same old same old from a major metal label which is just not going to dupe anyone except 'gotta catch 'em all' collectors or the who might mistake it for a new collection. So it's your basic set up of several songs taken from each of their studio albums, the career retrospective anthology, with the first disc consisting of their career hot streak from Fatal Portrait (1986) to The Eye (1990), and then the vast majority of the second disc, with a few exceptions from The Spider's Lullabye and a handful more, being almost entirely avoidable. I mean, there are tracks from the horrendous The Graveyard on this thing, which no amount of studio wizardry can transform into quality music, so I find it nigh impossible to consider this the ultimate representation of the King Diamond catalog.
Any and all points I give here will be for the work put in remastering the songs, which retain a lot of their original crystalline clarity, in particular King's falsetto lines and the elegant, wistful leads that characterized the better half of their discography. Clearly they took some time doing this, and were intent not to just reproduce the material 100% off the older printings. I'm not entirely opposed to re-recordings of stuff with modern, evolved sounds just for fun (like a few German thrash legends have done successfully), but this is not one of those cases. That said, I still do not find these to be superior to experiencing the songs in their original format, in among their neighbors which helped relay the narrative of each of King's horror sagas. Sure, you can have favorite KD tunes and put together a playlist for yourself, but removing "The Family Ghost" and "Black Horseman" just isn't going to cut it for me when I want to immerse myself in Abigail. If it's a live show, and they want to pick and choose for the set, that's fine, but I just don't need to plunk down the dough on something which doesn't feel authentic. I'm not sure if this was some sort of contractual thing with the label, but I wish any effort expended towards this had simply been put into new material, because it's been well over a decade since they were turning out material I actually enjoyed (Abigail II, The Puppet Master) and I know on some of that I'm probably even in the minority.
Really cannot recommend this whatsoever unless you absolutely must own every single item with the logo on it, to the extent that you're like a KISS collector maniac, only for one of the other face painted rock stars. Or maybe if you're an audiophile who loathes some of the original recordings, but then you'll be left hanging since there are only snippets of the total backlog included. Granted, there's a little more here value than in your average, soulless big label anthology, in that someone or several persons sat on their duffs and tweaked a few knobs. So I doubt I'll slap a massive zero on it, but as such a huge fan of all that unforgettable music Petersen and LaRocque released through the 80s and earlier 90s, I can only implore the new listener to experience their legacy within the proper perspective. The proper context. You want to support the band? Start at Fatal Portrait. BUY Fatal Portrait. And then the next, and the next. Go to a show. If you can't, try and check out a video of a gig (I don't believe there are many official DVDs you can choose from). I can't wait to hear a new album personally, and I do hope it's a triumph, the best thing they've done in 25 years (specially after King's triple-bypass surgery). But this just isn't going to tide me over, and I find it pretty useless since there is just no chance I'll listen to this over the albums. And if I want a playlist for driving, I can always just press 'Shuffle' on the first six.
Sparkly backwash is still backwash.
Verdict: Why Bother?! [2/10]
http://www.kingdiamondcoven.com/site/
Labels: 2014, denmark, epic fail, Heavy Metal, king diamond, USA
Bloodbath - Grand Morbid Funeral (2014)
I admit to being a little swept up in the 'guess who our new singer is?' gimmick Bloodbath was spinning up until the announcement of Nick Holmes earlier this year. Not so much that I was obsessively checking for clues, but when they were presented I would follow them to the natural conclusions, one of which was that the veteran Paradise Lost crooner was going to shed off his Goth Hetfield tone and return to the growls of his mainstay's formative period, which if you ask almost anyone still remains their most notable phase, self included. My immediate reaction was 'this is going to sound like Vallenfyre... Nick is a little jealous of the attention Gregor has gotten, and so is taking up the reins of nostalgia himself.' But of course Bloodbath is already a well-established act in its own right, having produced a number of great albums which don't rely solely on the retro thing but actual riff-writing, genuine energy and excitement. So this was actually quite an interesting team up...and it works to a point.
Musically, where Bloodbath have come up in the past with a number or fairly ingenious grooves or melodic spearheads that characterized their songs among a very busy flock of Swede impersonators and throwbacks, I feel that Grand Morbid Funeral is their album most interchangeable with a huge number of their peers...the songs here could have been written by Revel in Flesh, or Entrails, or any other bootlickers of Entombed and/or Dismember and nobody would know the difference. Like the breaks in "Total Death Exhumed", or the opening barrage in "Famine of God's Word" where the guitars go off on their own for a few seconds to showcase that thick rhythm tone; both could have appeared on a hypothetical Clandestine 2.0. But that's not to say they aren't written at a slightly higher level than the standard knockoffs in the sound, and where Bloodbath balance it out is in the amount of variation. You could trace all the songs to particular sources, perhaps, and yes many of those would be Swedish, but one area in which the record excels is how each of the tunes does not seem like a repeat of the others. They'll go for dire, brooding atmospherics in one tune, gut tearing tremolo guitars in another, and nary a tune goes by without some sticky riff erupting somewhere.
The leads and melodies are solid, and unlike Vallenfyre they don't go too far into old Paradise Lost worship, preferring instead to incorporate a more airy, light death/doom sense to bridge elements in tunes like "Mental Abortion" which prove among my favorite individual moments of the recording. Solos might feel frivolous, but they definitely reek of the excess we used to love in the 80s, albeit shorter here. The guitar tones wrap the entire affair into a very consistent feel, despite the gulfs in pacing and structure. Despite the seasoned craft Anders exhibits in creating an album as a whole, I did feel there were a number of excessively bland note progressions, specifically in the d-beat driven parts, which sort of balanced off my appreciation for the better bits. Had I stopped listening to death metal of the Swedish inclination after about 1993 and then picked it back up with Grand Morbid Funeral, then I might find it more of an engaging memory trip, but I've been inundated with the stuff for a good decade now, 100s of bands clinging to the same tones and riff techniques without even a spark of imagination, promos piling up. Color me jade, and for at least part of its run time, this record just doesn't deal with it more spectacularly than the majority. Granted, Bloodbath have arguably more rights to this than others, and have excelled within the same parameters in the past, but they often tempered the sound with more Floridian or mildly brutal influences and it just felt fresher...
Grand Morbid Funeral, while good, just doesn't have a bunch of songs I want to keep coming back to time and time again. It's a worthwhile 46 minutes, and won't disappoint you if you're really dying for more of this, but I had higher hopes going in than enjoyment coming out. Now, this is no fault of the vocals whatsoever. Nick Holmes certainly delivers, he's still 'got it', and his more gravelly, ugly, imperfect timbre makes for a refreshing alternative to Akerfeldt's broader guttural palette. The drums and bass sound fine, Renkse owning up to the Swe-tone with fatter, plunky bass lines, but apart from 4-5 of the tunes where Anders and Per make more compelling choices with the guitars, I found myself 'zoning out' more often than the other full-lengths. I should mention that it is slightly darker and more atmospheric...the tongue-in-cheek quality of the prior albums is somewhat supressed, and it strives to capture the din of that old late 80s/early 90s death metal production rather than the 'punch' of previous albums. The lyrics are decent, slightly more thoughtful than you'd expect. I also like it more than either of the Vallenfyre albums. I guess the real question is: when do we hear retro death projects from Stephen Edmondson and Aaron Aedy? Gauntlet has been thrown, guys.
Verdict: Win [7.5/10] (the pulse receding)
http://www.bloodbath.biz/
Labels: 2014, bloodbath, death metal, sweden, win
Cripper - Hyëna (2014)
Cripper has always been a decent modern German thrash band that just hasn't taken it to that next level of songwriting prowess, and I believe their fourth full-length sums up exactly why: despite the wide arsenal of weaponry at their disposal, they just cannot write songs at the level of their 80s forebears, and all too quickly when I hear one of their albums, it just fades away from memory. One might bill them as the 'new Holy Moses', since both bands feature an aggressive female vocalist, but alas these guys don't have a bonafide classic behind them like a Finished With the Dogs, something that came to mind after reading the canine title and seeing the cover artwork for this. But while Britta's a competent barker and growler, she just doesn't possess that same viciousness that felt so carnal and in your face back when Sabine Classen was in her prime. And as for the rest of the music here...rather a step down from the last, 2012 effort Antagonist, which was and remains their best, though the first two albums are also solid.
Let me try and sum this up: the reason Cripper just can't hit the mark of bands like Kreator, Sodom, Destruction and Tankard is because there is an ever-pervasive stench of 90s groove metal influence which infects what is an otherwise tightly-knit, true thrashing experience. They write punchy and well produced rhythm guitars, but too often devolve into some bland chugging progression which owes itself to a whole lot of bad American and German post-thrash which was never even in the same league as the Teutonic masters. That hasn't really stopped the band from doing a decent job on the prior releases, because there was just that much momentum and pent up aggression, and they were kind of filling an empty niche in a scene that relied, and still relies far too heavily on its older bands, with so few treading appropriately in their footsteps. I hadn't really minded the more contemporary flourishes to the music, like the super clean mix of the guitars and drums, and Britta's controlled savagery, because I feel like those things are to be expected in the 21st century, and as long as the guitars, leads, and general level of hostility remain consistent, I just won't write off a record. But perhaps it's gone on a little long now without a real success of a record, because Hyëna went straight in one ear and out the other...
The band has always been sort of sociopolitical with their lyrics because, hey, relevance, but hearing some of the 'narrative' vocal lines used here seems a little too goofy to take seriously. The vocals in general just seem too clean, like they punch in and out and even though she's got a decent natural growl to her voice, it feels bland and ineffective here more than on prior outings. Guitars are quite mathematical in execution, and occasionally even waltz out a succession of decent charging notes akin to Artillery's style or post-reunion Destruction; or an explosion of almost melodic death metal as in "A Dime for the Establishment". But so many of the guitars seem to be formed or half-formed from a lot of Pantera-like passages (Cowboys From Hell, A Vulgar Display of Power-era) yet without the ability to 'pop' like Abbott's compositions used to. It's got some groove to it, some forward sprinting attack, but so little of the music develops its own personality since there already a million other bands with the same setup and most of them aren't worth hearing to begin with. The drums and bass sound fine, they are not really the focus in Cripper...it's the riffs and vocals that just didn't sink in for me.
To be fair, Cripper has sounded like this almost from the beginning...but it left more of an impact on me with Devil Reveals or Antagonist, the albums I'd most recommend to new listeners who want to hear where they've taken thrash metal. Those just have better choruses and better riffs, and that is what it all comes down to. But that said, people into the more modern, sterile recordings by bands like Onslaught, Exodus and Holy Moses might find this adequate. There's nothing obscenely negative or offensive about Hyëna, it simply feels more formulaic than inspired, everything here has been done better, and I really want them to just shed that comfort zone and go into a more raw and ape-shit direction where the imagination and aggression gel into something I'll remember. There is a reason I am still thinking about "Current of Death" after a quarter-century but can't recall a single chorus on this disc 25 minutes later.
http://www.cripper.de/index.php/en/
Labels: 2014, cripper, Germany, Indifference, thrash metal
Decimation - Reign of Ungodly Creation (2014)
It's a slick touch to kick off the third Decimation full-length with that mono sequence, because when the stereo brutality arrives, you are likely to experience the most fulfilling moment of the entire album. Not because the rest of it is bad, by any means, but on the whole, Reign of Ungodly Creation very rapidly escalates (or, if you're not into tech/brutal death metal, deteriorates) into one of those records which feels like so much focus is put into its aural presentation as a series of workouts or exercises, rather than a bastion of effective songwriting. Like so many albums of its niche, it is content merely to beat on you relentlessly, but without leaving much of a bruise beneath the surface of the listener's emotions. It will mug you on the street, steal your wallet and bus pass, sure...but not keep you up at night haunted by what you've just heard...
Partially this is due to the large amount of derivation gone into this: the taut, violent death thrashing of the faster-than-mid-paced picking progressions is redolent of Cannibal Corpse in a frenzy. The clinical intricacies play out like a hybrid of Suffocation and ancient Pestilence, and you can season the rest with a lot of Morbid Angel and Deicide influence filtered through a Deeds of Flesh lens. None of that renders the album insubstantial, inefficient or unlistenable, because those are usually considered the 'right' inspirations going into an onslaught like this, but it just doesn't seem that Decimation is ever interested in taking them further or elsewhere, and when it comes down to the raw value of riff composition, most of the 37 minutes of material seems more reliant on form and function above poignancy. It's surely abusive on the limbs and joints of the guitarist's hands, and the drummers entire body, but no matter how busy the riffing gets, so few of the note patterns ascend into anything truly compelling, beyond the few segments where they play the more atmospheric and dissonant chords (often at the beginning of the tunes). The bass is peppy and hectic to collude with the rhythm note placements, but I wish it had a little more body to it, because it might help offset how the album sounded like a scalpel being repeatedly stabbed into plastic and not flesh. The vocals are exactly what you think they will be: incessant gutturals, unforgiving, but simultaneously average.
Lyrically, this is highbrow mystical stuff with wordy song titles like "Psalm Carnage in the Ghoulish Chapel of Gehenna" or "Aberrant Ablution by Filthy Excrements of a Grotesque Crassamentum", and this pseudo-pretentiousness makes it a little hard to discern whether or not Decimation takes this seriously at all or if they're just taking the piss on us. It's like a bookworm's alternate reality spin on the first Morbid Angel album. Musically, though, it's all mechanics...the mechanics of brutality, without the flavor or the personality of the hideous imagery and rock-bottom human depravity that inspired such a genre to form in the first place. The Dan Seagrave cover on this thing is fucking stunning, one of the coolest I've seen all year, but again we've got an instance where the artwork inspires us to think of these ominous, cyclopean dimensions of fear and majesty, and the music itself seems far too grounded into the surgical ward which mass produces a lot of bands with the same sound. You want to enter that otherworldly reality depicted there, with alien beings floating around a horizon of imposing castle towers lifted free of their gravitational anchors, but you get nowhere close.
I don't mean to come down too hard on Reign of Ungodly Creation, because it is clearly a kinetic and competent afternoon spent at the death metal gymnastics, but apart from a few moments in songs like "Mystic Transformation in Encrypted Scrolls of a Grievous Sermon" and "Psalm Carnage..." where the dynamics occasionally hint at something far more frightening, I just felt like the album was running cycles in a hamster wheel or performing endless calisthenics and repetitious lifting regimens, and it never really capitalized on what these musicians are obviously capable of if they just took a few more minutes to analyze what made their own inspirations so damn cool. I've enjoyed albums in this wheelhouse before. I mean, there is a place for stuff like this, and it lives up to those crucial brutal and technical expectations that its targets audience needs to check off the list, dotting its i's and crossing it's. Yet a little more experimentation, a slightly altered angle/vector of approach, and in some cases, measured restraint could go a long, long way for a group like Decimation.
https://www.facebook.com/DecimationTR
Labels: 2014, death metal, decimation, Indifference, turkey
Dire Omen - Wrestling the Revelation of Futility (2014)
Dire Omen's continued development has metamorphosized them from fairly humble, Floridian-tempered death metal roots to the more chaotic and calamitous death and black extremes in the wheelhouses of their countrymen Antediluvian, Mitochondrion, Aurochs, Adversarial and so forth. In fact, as of their 2012 Severing Soul from Flesh EP, the band had really transformed into another branch of that twisted tree, with some clear connections to its neighbors, like the morbid and esoteric cover artwork by Tim Grieco (aka Hassiophis) of Antediluvian, and that same sense of unhinged unpredictability tempered only by the certainty that you are in for one graven, subterranean onslaught, characterized by the ominous guttural vocals which are suspended just behind the manic instrumentation.
Coincidentally, as the Canadians have matured, so too has the quality of their music, which despite its fits of frenzied abhorrence is still highly riff-focused, with blocky palm-muted rhythm guitars used to break up the blasting, frothy tremolo picked patterns. At the heart of it, this is still very much rooted in the Morbid Angel, Deicide and Incantation styles of the earlier 90s, with reference points in Blessed Are the Sick or Onward to Golgotha, but where those bands sounded at the time like men who had caught a glimpse through some tear in the space/time continuum to a Lovecraftian void of horrors, these Canadian groups seem to treat the aesthetic as if its their home terrain. The listener really feels like he/she is being transported through some claustrophobic corridor of filthy flesh, pressing in everywhere until asphyxiated by the ugliness. Kinetic entropy. Sporadic tempo changes erupting in the pure chaos of Limbo, untold anatomies reproducing at alarming rates into squamous anomalies that leech and suck and devour. This is not pretty music, and when the guitars are blitzing along to the very raw, organic drums during blast parts it will grind your fucking socks off.
I'm not going to claim that Dire Omen have really yet grasped the art of brilliant, memorable riff construction, but there is no question that the progressions here are kept very busy, with churning dissonant fills between the unclean beatings that the more obvious chord choices produce. You can't really get bored or exhausted because its too effective at stirring your gut in an uncomfortable way. The bass lines are corpulent, like swollen corpses, and Rolando Rodas' vocals are used more as a 'filler' between the gaps of the notes and percussion, a looming threat that seems to promise that even if you can survive the brawling guitars, there is still this impregnable wall of dead flesh trapping you forever, which really lends some credence to the title of the album. Unhappy, unhealthy stuff here, an unholy, raw conglomeration of their cavernous peers and influences with faint traces of that forgotten, ogrish riff-salad reminiscent of old, old Kataklysm, Disharmonic Orchestra, Convulse, and other bands you might have experienced in the 90s. Madness. Still room for this band to 'flower' into an even more unwholesome, suffocating entity, but this is their strongest material yet.
https://www.facebook.com/direomen
Labels: 2014, black metal, canada, death metal, dire omen, win
Job for a Cowboy - Sun Eater (2014)
Man, where to even start with this one? Sun Eater, the lesser of two death metal-related albums to bear that title in 2014, and Job for a Cowboy's fourth full-length, is an exercise in variation and ability which at the very least sounds like it required a lot of effort in both its conception and execution. The question is, whether or not that was all worth it? My answer is very, very nearly. This is not a band that I'd ever accuse of having a 'personality', despite the quirky name, which many have already ranted over but at least isn't just another -tion, -tory, for you to file away under redundant. Once they shifted away from their insipid meathead deathcore roots into a more decidedly West Coast approximation of modern, semi-tech death which traced its lineage to all the 'right' acts in the field (Suffocation, Morbid Angel, Deicide and Cannibal Corpse could all be heard in the controlled chaos), they seemed to translate into a more respectable, though still highly divisive act. I've enjoyed a few of their efforts (Demonocracy, Genesis, etc) to an extent, but greatness has ever eluded the Arizona quartet, and despite a very painstakingly wrought effort here, it still does...
Much like Fallujah transformed into a modern approximation of classic Cynic, with whirlwind technicality alternated against a more ambient/jazzy fusion, Job for a Cowboy have done the next best thing and decided to channel Atheist. Alright, not exactly, but a number of times I was sitting through this I kept getting Unquestionable Presence impressions, with some of the cleaner guitar patterns reminiscent also of Gorguts' Obscura. This is an acrobatic, eccentric slab of technical death and thrash metal which goes to great lengths to try and distinguish itself from its aesthetic ancestors, applying a modern studio context to their now antiquated, but once innovative ideas. But like so many other young death metal bands with athletic instrumental skill, it seems to rely a little too much on its own frenetic diversity and not on the strong songwriting chops that will make or break a death metal record throughout eternity. I'm not saying Sun Eater is void of a few gorgeous lead sequences, or riffs that perk my interest, but where The Flesh Prevails became this largely consistent pendulum of ethereal melodies and butchering brutality, this one just never develops much of an identity beyond the 'hey, wow, listen to that' mentality, where you're temporarily blown away by a band's proficiency set and not at any risk of remembering what they are actually setting down.
Oh, don't get me wrong, this one is compelling...to an extent. Jonny Davy's gruesome snarls and growls are splattered all over the polished, punchy instrumentation like cattle organs in some spit-shined slaughterhouse whose death machines are fresh off the assembly line. But did I like them? Nah, they try really hard but accomplish little since he just can't contort them into interesting syllabic patterns. Danny Walker's guest drumming on this is technically brilliant but I found a few of the components like the snares and toms to feel a little too Tupperware at points. The bass is amazing in general, with lines highly similar to those used in prog thrash and prog death classics like Control and Resistance, Unquestionable Presence, Focus, etc, and there are parts of the album where I really felt like I could just listen to Nick Schendzielos isolated from the rest of the band and be happy. But at the same time, it's actually the Glassman/Sannicandro guitar duo which keeps the busiest, and offers us the most contrast and variation between the different levels of distorted excess. The album boasts a Jason Suecof production with Eyal Levi and several other engineers, so you know it's going to have that pristine, clinical 21st century death metal gloss that most of the 'forward thinking' acts strive towards, but then again that's just not anything new at this point.
Effort was extended towards the lyrics, also, but they end up the sort that feel like they're waxing all philosophical about the digital age, moral relativity; poetic and neatly scrawled imagery, sure, but for some reason it felt like a bunch of fancy words strung together which are ultimately as meaningless as taking a hearty poop. But I guess I could say that about almost any death metal band that dares transcend the serial killings, gore menageries and so forth. Job for a Cowboy tried, it's just such a fine line between an actual message of substance and mere pretentious twaddle. I felt like these were keeping one foot on either side of that line. And that's sort of symptomatic of Sun Eater in general: a Herculean attempt to progress and expand one further circumference beyond the burly BroStep brutality of the band's origins than even their last few albums dared. Nothing to scoff at, since tunes like "Buried Monuments" rank among their better compositions, but ultimately I just felt hollow after a few spins, like I was watching some flashy action movie which had a couple impressive stunts but no quotable one-liners like Commando or Terminator. This is more like the last four Jason Statham flicks you caught. Huge, kinetic, smarmy, lots of explosions and special effects, but more of a rental than a purchase.
Verdict: Indifference [6.75/10] (my relentless knocking is constantly ignored)
https://www.facebook.com/jobforacowboy
Labels: 2014, arizona, death metal, Indifference, job for a cowboy, progressive metal, USA
Yearner - The Second Howl (2013)
The second Yearner cassette is something quite different than its predecessor Winternight, comprised of three longer untitled pieces and not so much going for the 'chill factor' as it exhibits a more curious and bizarre collection of sounds over fuzzier rhythmic synthesizers. It's at once both noisier and more experimental, especially the second piece with its acid, head-melting tones and throbbing subtext, but I wouldn't go so far that it feels entirely unplanned and sporadic. It seems L.V. sat down with a bunch of sounds he hadn't explored in other ventures and then tried to formulate them into something more coherent...there are some stabs at melodies here, so it's not entirely unfriendly, but this is certainly 'on the edge', more left field than the stuff from Astral Order of Impurity, for example.
That said, it's equally evocative of a lot of obscure and strange imagery. The second track reminded me of late summers in my youth when I'd watch in fascination at moths fluttering around the bug zapper lights in my grandfather's back yard...but mashed up with spending an evening at S.E.T.I. listening to the radio signals from space. The third track has these distorted pads which almost create a form of percussion under the prime, buzzing melodies, and I found that this was easily the most glorious and memorable among the three, though once again it's more a mood piece despite it's more easily discerned 'riff'. There are also some points in that one where the haunted organs of the first tape return for a few seconds, almost like L.V. is switching radio channels and tuning in to his earlier visions. A weird self-awareness that emerges among all the roiling, fuzzy tones and experimentation.
While it was successful at reincarnating some old memories, and an intriguing listen, The Second Howl did not quite live up to its predecessor as something I'm going to want to break out time and time again, nor was it as strong as the rest of the Voldsom tapes I've been covering. But I wouldn't dub it a disappointment, because what I did like about it is how it almost seemed like L.V. was using this as a further launch pad for a project that involved 'grounded' technological feedback. Where Astral Order of Impurity was a veritable lunar lander or space station, this is more a soundtrack for a being lost in a labyrinthine landfill of ancient computer game cartridges, radar dishes, and other antiquated computer or arcade machinery, factory castoffs and all sorts of outdated paraphernalia. Strange, but sometimes soothing if you like a little challenge in your minimalistic ambiance.
http://voldsom.net/
Labels: 2013, ambient, Germany, win, yearner
Yearner - Winternight (2013)
Winternight is all too apt a title for this tape, Yearner being another project in the Voldsom lineup, composed and recorded by musician L.V. But I might have gone even a bit further with that imagery, dubbing it Winter Nights in a Fell Church Buried Beneath the Snows, for this is hands down the most longing and isolated piece of work I've yet encountered from this musician, and my favorite release to date among the Voldsom catalog. Nostalgic, horrific, completely lonely and heavily repressed due to the subdued, submersed production sensibilities that will probably be exponentially more pronounced when you're actually listening to the cassette on an old tape deck (I am listening to this digitally). Proof yet again, that in a world of overdubs, heavily layered orchestration, pop melodies refined to a bleeding edge and/or Pro Tools guitar rock, it's a wonder what a guy can do with a few organ and synthesizer tones and a metric ton of sincerity...
Not all of the tracks on Winternight are uniform in mood, but there is enough linking them together that by the end you've felt like you just wandered through some German Black Forest Odyssey during the snowfalls and lowest temperatures of the year. The organ tones here, especially in a piece like "Silent Nocturnal Snowfall", resonated with me incredibly well, as if Captain Nemo had been forced out of his undersea vessel and made to perform among the evergreens at absolute zero. It's chilling and also evokes a hint of nostalgia for cult Gothic horror films, and to be truthful would not make a bad accompaniment for some silent black & white replete with imagery that someone might have felt was pretty creepy in the earlier 20th century, or even today if they actually have perspective. These passages are played in repetitive waves, joined by antiquated synth tones which would have belonged more to a Tangerine Dream and/or Vangelis, which bring a little more of a Technicolor palette to the atmosphere, like whorls of deep purple or crimson snow erupting over a monochromatic landscape. This is really where the record transforms and transcends beyond the reality of a guy and a keyboard.
But Yearner also disembarks from this motif, with more dissonant, jarring pieces like "Obscurity" which have a more immediate, brooding horror appeal with some electronic pipe-like sounds that really freaked me out, or "In Days of Yore" where the synths feel more saturated and distorted beneath a more glorious melody...it wouldn't be out of place in some dreamy 80s film like Legend. "Winternight" itself has a slightly more Medieval folk/castle feel to it, adding yet another facet to the album's ability to successfully manifest fragments and scenes of the imagination. Combined with the murky, raw mix, all five of its tracks function entirely as intended and were a perfect mood-setter for a few brisk New England nights here in mid-November, though I definitely have the feeling I'll be breaking this out in another month or two repeatedly as I become increasingly surrounded in frigid whites and darkness. At 20 or so minutes, it never wears out its welcome, and probably more than any of the other tapes I've heard from L.V's other projects (Astral Order of Impurity, Til Det Bergens Skygenne, etc), grants a haunted, seasonal escapism.
http://www.voldsom.net/
Astral Order of Impurity - Dimension (2014)
One risk that ambient artists face is that their recordings can often become so samey, so redundant that it feels like one or two ideas are being chopped up into a number of slices and then fed to the listener individually in lieu of offering a more fulfilled, variegated experience. One might immediately gaze upon the cover art to the tapes of Astral Order of Impurity, hear a few select moments of the pads and effects the creator has implemented, and decide that there isn't a whole lot of difference between them. One might not always be wrong in that assumption, not even when comparing and contrasting Dimension with its predecessor Portal. However, those differences DO exist, and not always in the most subtle of contexts.
Dimension is a more cathartic experience than the prior tape, with a greater intrusion of dissonant noises and effects that inhabits its depths and become immediately more alarming, while the usual background tones themselves become even more innately alien and frightening. This is not always the case, and there are indeed a few lighter points in the first half of the 41 minute track which were crucial in setting this one up as an almost more asymmetrical 'cinematic' recording. A few hints of weirdness abound, but it all takes a slightly darker, more chaotic turn as you reach past the 20-25 minute zone, after a more ominous, subdued middle section with some subtle electronic or radio signals rattling off against the swelling background...I thought I even heard something like a guitar distortion pop into one ear, but I often lose my mind when I become so embroiled in a record like this that it wouldn't surprise me if my own mind was casting shadows. But, lo and behold, just like the alien bursts out of the victim's chest, or the space heroes realize that planet they just landed on is not actually a planet, or that the void is just in general not a friendly place...this one grows a little more haunting and fucked up, and it really pays off in the listener's emotions.
Again, material like this is the Anti-Beat. It's not going to get you laid, and if it does, well you've found yourself a keeper...either that, or someone who is going to probably kill you in your sleep (one eye open, friend, one eye open). It eschews the conventional structure of rock or even classical music instrumentation to more directly mimic the sounds of open space, technological equipment or even just what a human brain might 'think' it is hearing. You're not straining for the next harmony here, you're just dreading what might be around the next corner of a derelict extraterrestrial space-craft. L.V., the sole craftsman on this recording, is channeling his own trepidations of the unknown onto cassette, for a few brave souls to witness themselves. But the funny thing, people, is that this is ALL around you, always has been, and always will be. Stop to listen for a few seconds, ignoring the wagging of tongues, the invasive ring-tones, the grinding of construction equipment on every urban corner, and you may just hear it. Or, better yet, just let Astral Order of the Impurity do the work for you. Dimension is the music of Infinity, filtered through one consciousness trying to translate it into pure aural emotion. It's the better of the two Astral Order tapes I've listened through, by a small margin, granted, but it's at once both more sublime and horrifying.
Labels: 2014, ambient, astral order of impurity, Germany, win
Astral Order of Impurity - Portal (2014)
I've listened to hundreds of musical genres across my decades, but one that always strikes me as the most personal is ambient. And when I say 'personal', I'm not referring to the schmaltziness of romantic pop and rock lyrics, nor how most of the drones feel they can 'relate' towards their Taylor Swift records. No, the undiluted practice of raw musical expression in a niche that hasn't been cool ever, isn't cool now, and if the stars are right will never, EVER, become 'cool', tainted or passe. Labels like the German imprint Voldsom are so underground that the devil himself might give you a blank stare when you ask him where to find them, but we have the Internet now, and no need to rely on His bad direction sense any further, though his fashion sense will never go out of style.
Speaking of directions, Astral Order of Impurity depends on only one. Up, up, and away, unto the weightless distortion of space and time. Gravity be damned. Gravitas, on the other hand, paramount. One of the more recent projects of musician L.V., who you might recall from my coverage of Til Det Bergens Skyggene, a more rustic example of ambiance which some might brand ambient, others might dub 'dungeon synth', but struck through with tints of folk abandon and isolation among both the depths and surface world of the Known World. Portal is rather the opposite, a solitary, 43 minute, consistent excursion into what feels to me like an extraterrestrial plane. Perhaps resonating off the hull of some cyclopean World-ship cruising the void between galaxies. Or something your imagination might produce as a feedback loop during nostalgia for lunar landscapes, ancient science fiction concepts (pre-colorization). Free of the convention of percussion and other rock sacraments, the spacey synthesizer pads embark upon an oft empty, oft ebullient discourse. This is not a vacuum which entirely lacks in warmth; he is constantly supplanting the thicker, murky, fear-induced strains with cycles of more radiant non-melodic tones and effects that seem delightfully spontaneous.
I told you: deeply personal. One human being experimenting with sounds foreign to the herd-mind misconception of what music might encompass or become 'defined' as. That's not to say L.V. is the first cosmonaut out in this stretch of universe, but due to its general lack of rules and scripture, this stuff always feels fresh and unpredictable, even if that sporadic nature arrives in the form of subtler sounds than chaotic, blazing grindcore guitars or acid-trance crabcore keyboard harmonies. Mood music, absolutely. Not something you're going to appreciate much if you can't set yourself up to receive it. Park your posterior on a hill at night, stare off into the darkness, and come to terms with your smallness in the face of it all. Dream of satellite dishes signaling off into the interstellar range, where they most likely will reach nothing. The tape format only adds to that nostalgia, that horror, that antithesis to sentimentality which such cold and distant music revels in, but the real joy of Portal is how, upon the precipice of becoming lost and frozen forever, you'll experience this peel of light, a far-off sun erupting, and know that somewhere, someone is still breathing, dreaming. And goodnight.
Whore of Bethlehem - Upon Judas' Throne (2014)
If the lurching, roiling pace of the intro riff in the title track of this album sounds a little similar to Domination or Blessed Are the Sick era Morbid Angel, I don't think that's such a coincidence, because the Floridian death metal gods are clearly the chief inspirations for Texans Whore of Bethlehem, and that's probably not such a bad thing if you crave a lot more of that sound and less of the New York subterranean gloom or Swedish soil churning, which individually or in unison represent the two primary camps of retro death metal that are so prominent in recent years. That's not to say this exact style hasn't been resurrected quite a number of times since the masters mastered it in the 90s, but in general I find that the inspiration of bands like Morbid Angel and Deicide seems to have translated largely to the more brutal and technical sect of bands who at one time were forcing at the boundaries of the genre.
The caveat for Whore of Bethlehem is how they also fuse traces of archaic Scandinavian black metal into that matrix of morbidity, in particular through the desperate, dissonant chord patterns that erupt during blast sections, slightly less through the rasped vocal which is used to contrast against pissed off Dave Vincent/Steve Tucker growls. So, while Upon Judas' Throne might sound derivative to a fault, there are at least a few riffing patterns that come out of left field, and in general they are just really damned good at what they do. Guitar progressions are pretty catchy, especially when you break them down to their individual components. The rich, bulkier rhythm tone carries well into the chugs, but is constantly being offset by a lot of more intricately evil, airier ballast which really resonates over the pounding, frenzied undercurrent. Leads are sporadic but elegant, and while the Texans are playing in a fairly mapped-out niche of the death metal genre, I definitely experienced dozens of instances in which the precise direction the tunes and riffs were taking did not play out quite as I predicted. And in this day and age, where jaded veterans have heard the same shit a billion times and then some, the value of that cannot be underestimated. I'm not trying to imply that they consistently throw you for a loop, only some refreshingly solid ideas which implement with confidence.
The drums are great, the bass a fraction understated but functional, the vocals abusive and the guitars almost always on point. I really can't imagine anyone who counts Morbid Angel, Marduk, 1349, Hate Eternal and Dark Funeral among his/her collection not finding something admirable in the obvious effort, and love for the craft on parade here. Plenty enough variation between the outright stormers like "Castle of Meth" and the more brooding pieces like "Leviathan's Crown", and the band sounds eternally pissed off rather than phoned in, a positive quality that goes a long way towards compensating for any real lack of innovation and ingenuity. For an unsigned debut, it's astounding just how professional this sounds, and how well they play, even if the guys have been involved with other Texan acts like Scattered Remains or Disfigured which operate in a more bluntly brutal, contemporary arena. I frankly haven't heard a wealth of albums in this vein that I've enjoyed since Trey and crew dropped Gateways to Annihilation, so this definitely helped fill that void, plus the seamless integration of the black metal stuff gave it the benefit of the marginally unexpected. As the band develops I hope they'll branch out even further, but this is a sinister, rock solid start.
http://www.whoreofbethlehem.com/
Labels: 2014, black metal, death metal, texas, USA, whore of bethlehem, win
Decapitated - Blood Mantra (2014)
Though Blood Mantra is far from the return to form I had hoped it could be, it at least sounds like the band assessed their second-rate 2011 effort Carnival is Forever, and then gave themselves a series of kicks in their own asses to provoke a little more genuine anger and energy into the inevitable followup. That's not to imply that this is in any way a 'good' record. It has proven even more forgettable with each successive listen, but if all hope had been lost through its predecessor, at least there is a spark now...maybe. Of course, when I see band members claiming "Blood Mantra is the most heavy and mature album we ever did in our career" amidst the usual shitstorm of metal press hyperbole, I have to wonder if the Poles are listening to the same record I'm hearing...because these guys were writing far more intricately sculpted, mature death metal when they were in their teens...Blood Mantra is the sort of disc that could honestly just turn up from any band with its feet soaked in death, grind and groove metal, and then straight to the bargain bins in the late 90s. Competent in its performance and production, but soulless in its pursuit of that timeless quality we attribute to top flight death metal.
It's a concussive affair which alternates between bland, robotic blasting passages, chugging queues beyond which the bass guitar is allowed to roil around in its distorted flatulence, and then various post-industrial atmospheres are strewn about, marking a return to the Organic Hallucinosis period. Frankly, it's not such a bad idea, and that was the last Decapitated disc I actually enjoyed, but alas, they don't do much with it beyond pay it some lip service...as a whole, this album never steps beyond the bounds that they've ever set before, and if you're expecting anything by way of compelling guitar progressions that characterized their first few albums, you are almost shit out of luck here. There are a few which achieve the syncopated, precision punch sophistication you'll recall from Nihility and "Spheres of Madness", and those are surely highlights here, but sadly the banal groove/nu-thrash metal elements arrive in the form of "Veins", etc which might as well just be textbook Soulfly or any of a number of other mediocre bands who tried to capitalize on that whole thing. I won't fault these guys for lacking variation or versatility...Blood Mantra is pretty carefully balanced to provide its audience with a number of mood shifts, but the issue for me is that none of these moods are capable to provoke memorable atmosphere beyond the LCD neck-strain and pit-flexing requisite of popular metal bands.
Based on raw musical proficiency alone, this stuff does deliver. Michał Łysejko is flawless on his debut, but perhaps a little too flawless, since his aptitude is so resoundingly mechanical that you wonder why they even needed to hire a human. But let's not write the guy off completely, because he's also capable of showing some restraint where needed during the more progressive side of the record where the guitars take on far more importance. The guitars are somewhat technical, and do often go into some minute detailing, but the issue is that the notes are just not that interesting in succession and I felt that, even with all the considering meandering between tempos, I was still staring at some level, unbroken, not-too-creative plateau. The bass tone sounds great, but there are never any lines that catch the ear, and the leads just feel like runs through scales or structures rather than efforts to explode with either orgasmic emotions or frightening industrial dissonance. Man, it just got boring...no matter how skilled these guys seem, how many endorsements they receive, how many tours they embark upon, there's something to be said when single songs off Winds of Creation are more interesting and memorable than all of the content combined on an album 14 years younger...
Rafal's vocals are just as bog standard here as on the last album, a pastiche of Cavalera, Anselmo and Greenway cliches which basically just fill in the spreadsheet of what needs to be grunted and barked and utterly indistinguishable from a thousand other front men. Your friendly neighborhood corner groove metal guy. Not all the lyrics here are bad, but it's particularly funny when he's grunting out the 'fuck for money/fuck for name!' lines in the song "Instinct", during a groove over which I kept finding myself reciting Flava Flav's chorus in the old Public Enemy track "911 is a Joke", for whatever reason. Parts like this simply feel like they involve more pandering and rabble rousing to those whom only the exclamation of profanity can inspire from their shoddy lives, which is a little frustrating because half of what the band has to say here about the disenchantment of the Millennial internet generation (which has been the subject matter for about 3 albums straight) carries some weight. If only Blood Mantra wasn't, itself, contributing to that very same sense of futility, anxiety and impotence. Everything in the world at your fingertips...all that history, all that information, and no cause or purpose with which to approach, nothing whatsoever to do with it all...just like the musical chops on exhibition here. An inoffensive, competent musical battery? Sure. Superior to the band's career nadir to date? Why not? The once-bright future of death metal? Extinguished.
Verdict: Indifference [6.25/10] (find me a faith)
http://www.decapitatedband.net/
Labels: 2014, death metal, decapitated, Indifference, poland
Vomitory - Rawhead (1996)
I was able to cover Hour of Truth and Baschlasophobic a few years ago as I was doing my massive examination of the Teutonic thrash scene through the decades, but the German Vomitory's third full length outing Rawhead was unavailable to me at that time for listening purposes. As it turns out, leaving this one in the dust would not have made for much of a difference, because while the album does have a share of appreciably brutal moments as far as thrash goes, the whole affair reeks of another of those countless attempts to 'adjust' thrash into the nu-mosh, groove mentality so dominant throughout the 90s that it rendered the careers of so many hopefuls inert. Vomitory's 1991 debut had been an acceptable if far too late to the game example of thrash will little to no distinctive characteristic with which I could separate it from hordes of other hopeless bands attempting to fill in the gaps left behind by infinitely more unique and inspired predecessors. The sophomore dropped off considerably in quality from even that, and Rawhead doesn't do a lot to improve matters...
Once again, a real shitty cover artwork which doesn't gel well with the forgettable script they used for a logo, which coincidentally never fit at all with the music on their releases. Once you get past that, you are presented with an acceptable, ambient intro which might have proven the spark for a more interesting, progressive sort of album, only it doesn't, because you're in for 50 minutes of banal, meaty thrashing which honestly sounds like a more bouncy late 80s Sepultura; not only in the structuring of how they put together riffs, or the more grueling, growling, grimier and bulkier spin on Cavalera-like vocal barks, but also the brash rawness in the guitars which gave me a distinctly Beneath the Remains impression. The real down side to Rawhead is not that the group isn't occasionally capable of throwing down a genuinely mean rhythm for putting on camouflage pants, bouncing around the steakhead moshpit, but but that so many of them can be seen coming, redundant patterns rooted in nu-metal jump da fuc up and that strain of NYHC brand throwdown redolent of Biohazard. The riffs do seem to subsist often on an uninteresting chugging base which functions strictly off the grooves of the drummer, but then will shift off into some more hardcore-inflected chord choices.
That's not to say they don't have a few songs on this which manifest into a more traditional thrash anthem, with some frivolous but not unengaged leads for good measure. They even pattern some of their selections with a hint of more interesting post-industrial dissonance, but in general the stuff is just so predictable that the only excitement ever comes when they shift tempos, but then that is soon joined by the disappointment that what happened next was equally as boring. To top it off, you've got vocal patterns as in "Downfall" where wiggy repetition is used to low yields, almost as if they had gotten a guest spot with some poor man's Jonathan Davis impersonator and thought it was a good idea to enhance the brand with a little Korn, since that was all the rage at the time. So you are definitely hearing some Life is Peachy, some Roots here, and it kind of dilutes what traces remain of true, clinical German thrash...they exist on this album, but not enough to turn back the 'cult of the new' vibes that Vomitory was obviously surfing on. The album is also way too long...52 minutes, even if three of the cuts are under a minute; with nothing reward awaiting in its depths. Is it worse than Baschlasophobic? That I can't say, since it at least feels meaner and they very rarely latch onto a better riff than was found on the 1993 album. It's just the very definition of mediocrity, and had absolutely no prayer of making an impact even by '96 standards.
Labels: 1996, Germany, Indifference, thrash metal, vomitory
Thy Darkened Shade - Liber Lvcifer I: Khem Sedjet (2014)
There are precious few bands towing the lines of technicality and progression within the bounds of black metal, traits that make a record like Liber Lvcifer I: Khem Sedjet valuable far beyond the fact that it's just a superbly written, kick-ass exposition into the more clinical side of the medium. But I don't mean to get across that this is simply some soulless exercise in musical proficiency. This is not some wank-fest or shred exposition. No, the key to Thy Darkened Shade's sophomore is that it is just as heavily focused on the band's occult lyrical paradigms, not to mention the delirious level of variation and contrast between the bristling, hyper picked black metal assaults and the layered, atmospheric moments in which the monk-like chant of the clean vocals announces its presence...the album is so good that it throws the band's already-great debut Eternvs Mos, Nex Ritvs off the nearest rooftop to be trampled by the traffic below.
Liber Lvcifer I: Khem Sedjet might not exactly be setting a precedent, since there's an entire history of Scandinavian black metal bands like 1349 and later Emperor with an emphasis for taxing the raw technical levels of the field, but it does the deed just as well if not better than most of those that have come before it. Agile rhythm guitars spitting out spikes of dissonant, eerie melody amidst impressive picking sequences that almost never let up when the pedal is to the metal, accompanied by effortless blasting that keeps the slower to mid-paced passages of the album just as busy with involved double kick patterns and powerful fills that transition seamlessly into the next rush of aggression. Most of the guitars are played with that perfectly lean tone which allows all the notes a presence, and this album more than any other in 2014 has the highest ratio of quality tremolo patterns that force innumerable replays just to confirm what you thought you heard. But that's not the limit of the technique here...the ever prolific Semjaza has his fingers all over that fucking fretboard, like an insane architect who is attempting to disprove the notion that all practical structures have already been built. Even when the brickwork being laid out here isn't all that novel, it's still mindbendingly great...
But the songwriting and guitars are not the only area in which the guy is excelling, he also populates the tunes with a bevy of curving, climactic proggy bass lines that are the equal to almost anyone else in the black metal genre. It's difficult to rationalize how the guy could come up with such intricate and well honed craft within two years of the debut album, so I'm just going to pretend Semjaza has six arms and two or three extra brain chambers. I'm not saying that this is the greatest work of music known to mankind, or that it exhibits such a level of complexity and depth that mere human wisdom cannot interpret it, but you must understand that I receive so much extreme metal in a year's span, and an overwhelming percentage of the stuff doesn't even show a quarter this much effort in its execution, never mind its composition. And the thing is, I kept waiting for it to get boring...for it to become so cluttered with its own ambitions that it stopped engaging anyone other than itself...but it doesn't. Fuck, some of the later tracks like "Deus Absconditus" are among its best and most intense.
78 minutes, and there is ALWAYS something happening that fetches the ear. 10 minutes songs surge past the listener like a rush of sheer revelation. Bored yet? Not a chance. Few blanks are fired, ever, on this album. The polished production levels are never sterile nor superfluous, but rather mandatory to make out everything happening in the mix. Vocalist 'The A' has his work cut out for him, and to be truthful, his guttural ravings, which somewhat supplant the traditional rasp of the style, can't even hope to compare with every other component of the recording. But with all those chants and cleaner vocals throw in for balance, I still really enjoyed the album as a whole. It's not perfect, there might be a few moments inferior to the rest, and it's not the sort of 'catchy' kind of memorable...it's more like an experience you have to find the specific mood for. The frenzy of these ideas, old and new, whirring past like papal hornets into an abyss of their suppressed sins. Unfuckingbelievably good.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Thy-Darkened-Shade/391172430930927
Labels: 2014, black metal, Epic Win, Greece, thy darkened shade
Aenaon - Extance (2014)
Having not had the most favorable reaction to the first Aenaon record Cendres et Sang (2011), I was hesitant to check out its followup. But thanks to at least three individuals who prodded and poked me in the right direction, that has changed, and I'm glad it has, because Extance reduces its predecessor to a mere stain within the first three tracks, and its another robust example of how Greece has developed this worthy, dynamic black metal scene in which bands seem to foster and excel in individual sounds without having to invade each others' wheelhouses for anything more than a few fleeting aesthetics. That's not to insist that Extance consists of a wealth of novel ideas we haven't heard, but how the band fashions it all together and plays to its strengths results in an inspired, professional, memorable experience which immediately inverted my sense of indifference from the prior outing.
The piano intro to this was so outstanding that I wouldn't have been put off if the entire album had been just that...but for the most part the material sort of reminded me of Moonspell's louder and more black metal-oriented material...not just from the similarities in that loud, fulsome rasp, but also the pacing, desperation and melodic structures they're writing. All of the sweeping Romantic abandon, with none of the Goth cheese that other band embraces. I suppose you could also name drop Rotting Christ here for the general tempos, but the vocals are slightly different and Aenaon cultivates a more progressive, modern edge. They're also a lot more eclectic, Solefald-eclectic; using saxophones, harmonica, cellos and other instruments to great success, since they sort of weave them into the black metal terrain as if they always belonged, rather than just writing these boisterous 'look at how different we are' pieces where you feel like you're witnessing two entirely different bands grappling over album space. The entire flow of Extance is fluid, the dynamics shift from soaring moments of cleaner vocals used like wind over the strident riffs and hammering double bass, to outright blasts to the face which eschew none of the richness elsewhere. The band even incorporates a few passages of djent-like chugging progressions ("Closer to Scaffold"), but the guitar tone and how it fits into the remainder of the song make all the difference in it coming off lame or contrived.
I'm not entirely in love with the vocals, they definitely seem a little overbearing and lack the eerie and evil traits I enjoy most in the genre...but technically they are well executed and there are plenty of points at which other tones, backing barks, etc are used to layer and vary them so they don't feel one track. Some of the higher pitched female howls (as in "Funeral Blues") seem a little forced, strange but not necessarily in a good way. Pianos and keys are consistently great, beyond just that intro or the later instrumental ("Algernon's Decadence"), but it's the drumming and constantly mutating patterns of rhythm guitars and melodies that achieve the strongest presence here, rendering a potential 65 minute overlong nightmare into something pretty easily digested in full. The riffs do not have a perfect ratio of catchiness or inventiveness, and I'd hesitate to dub this the band's 'masterpiece', but to me it seemed like all the components they had meddled with on their debut have been reconfigured into something which is a far more coherent and compelling listen, especially the enormous closer "Palindrome" which is an engaging 13 minutes. You'll find no reluctance here to dive straight in to whatever they come up with next.
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Labels: 2014, aenaon, black metal, Greece, win
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Qhubeka Assos signs Simon Clarke, Dimitri Claeys and Kilian Frankiny
Nov 26 2020 05:50 am CET
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Team Qhubeka Assos has announced the signings of Simon Clarke, Dimitri Claeys and Kilian Frankiny for 2021.
Clarke makes the move to the South African team -currently known as NTT Pro Cycling- from EF Pro Cycling where he was since 2016. The rider has a palmares that includes victories in two stages of the Vuelta a España and the Royal Bernard Drome Classic, an overall win in the Herald Sun Tour and top five places in races like the Amstel Gold Race, the Tour de la Provence and the Tour of Norway.
"I’m really thrilled to be taking on a new challenge with Team Qhubeka Assos," said the Australian. "In one way, this is a sort of homecoming in that my father is South African and I’ve always felt some sort of deeper interest and pull towards the team.
"The opportunity to find out more and contribute to the amazing work that the Qhubeka Charity does is truly unique, and the South African side of my family is already pushing me to ensure that I get the pronunciation correct – so I have some work to do!"
Claeys joins the team after spending four years in Cofidis and with the objective of being a significant player in the Classics roster. The Belgian has finished in the sixth place of the Tour of Flanders 2020 and will be part of the group that includes Giacomo Nizzolo and Max Walscheid to fight for results.
"I am very honoured to ride for Team Qhubeka Assos next season," affirmed Claeys. "2020 was a strange season for all of us but my performance at Flanders, in particular, was very pleasing for me and I look forward to reproducing more performances like that next season.
"This team has a very special history, over a relatively short period of time, which I now look forward to not only add to but to play a part in creating the next chapter of that journey."
The 26-year-old Frankiny will arrive to the team after a 2020 in which he had two top-five stage finishes in the Giro d'Italia and will be looking to take a next step up in his career and his climbing abilities will serve to support the team's general classification aspirations in the big races.
"I’m very excited to start 2021 with my new team, Team Qhubeka Assos," commented the Swiss. "I can’t wait to find out more about the Charity as I think it’s a great thing to distribute bicycles to help. I’m really looking forward to racing; a new challenge and adventures with a team that has set itself some lofty goals for the season ahead.
"It’s also very nice to have two Swiss brands on board in Assos and BMC. I know these brands already, and they are exceptional, and with me being Swiss I’m really excited to go back to these two brands. I hope to, and will, give my absolute very best to fulfil the goals of the team to achieve good results and to perform at my very best in order for us to be a great team in 2021."
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NTT PRO CYCLING TEAM
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Contact Point > Issues > Autumn 2018 > Touching Lives
It is amazing to think about the thousands of lives that members of the Dugoni School family impact each year. From here in the Bay Area to around the world, our students, residents, faculty, staff and alumni are making a difference in many meaningful ways.
In this issue of Contact Point, we’re spotlighting a few of our long-time patients who have entrusted their dental care to the Dugoni School. Since two of the profiled patients have been coming to the school’s clinics for decades, some of our readers may even recognize their faces. You’ll also read about Dr. Dan Tanita ’73 and his professional colleagues from Russia who together have cultivated a relationship to help improve care and raise oral healthcare standards in that country. We also feature our Dental Hygiene program, which recently graduated the first class to complete their clinical portion of the program at our San Francisco campus. And we showcase other members of the Dugoni School family who are making a difference in their own unique ways, both at the school and in their communities.
The Honor Roll of Donors included in this issue names many of you who have donated to support our people and programs during the last academic year. Your gifts, involvement and encouragement help the Dugoni School touch the lives of more and more people with each passing year. We are grateful for your ongoing support and what every member of the Dugoni School family does to help people lead healthy lives.
Nader A. Nadershahi ’94, DDS, MBA, EdD
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Oceaneering: Designing & building a Planetary Cabler
Oceaneering is a global oilfield provider of engineered services and products primarily to the offshore oil and gas industry.
The company required to modify the planetary cabling machine at its Rosyth manufacturing facility.
In turn, the modifications would improve the machine’s safety systems and increase capacity and diversify the product range it produced.
To achieve this required the installation and integration of a number of complex bespoke mechanical and electrical components.
System reliability was also a crucial factor in making these improvements.
Oceaneering chose DPS Group to provide a complete turnkey M&E solution, a decision based on our record in delivering complex fit for purpose solutions.
DPS Group were engaged to provide a turnkey solution to design, build and maintain a Planetary Cabler for Oceaneering.
This was part of a process to increase production capacity and diversify of the product range through its Rosyth manufacturing facility.
Improvements were also to be made to the machine safety system.
From design through to commissioning DPS Group managed the complete project from design, to build, and install
Design, install and integrate a number of bespoke mechanical and electrical components
3,000 high tolerance fixing holes drilled and tapped
Installation of new slip rings to transfer power through the machine
A new air compressor system was installed
A number of key high precision components were fabricated, often at short notice
The project was successfully completed on time, and on budget to the client’s satisfaction.
DPS Group mobilised a multi-disciplinary team working around the clock to maximise access to the machine and meet the tight programme timeline.
This included the design, installation, commissioning and over project management of the project.
This project included some significant modifications to existing planetary cabling machine.
Over 3,000 high tolerance fixing holes were bored and tapped to accept pre-manufactured components.
Due to the complex geometry of the machine, the electrical power was transferred through the machine via a series of slip rings.
A number of slip rings were also upgraded to provide the increased power required.
We went on to install individual air compressor systems, to control the upgraded braking system.
Part of the project’s requirement was also to enable connection of the machine to a high speed wifi network.
In addition, the project required the fabrication of a number of high precision components, many of which were designed, manufactured and installed in a very short time frame.
Exceptional team flexibility and round-the-clock approach to the project
Minimal downtime with robust risk mitigation plans in place
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Desert Hawk Moth
S7, Male: dorsal, open
S11, Male: dorsal, open
Family: Hawk Moth (:Bombycoidea Sphingidae)
Species: Desert Hawk Moth (Hopliocnema brachycera)
This Photo: S9, Male: dorsal, open
These are small for Hawk Moths. ~20-23mm long & ~41-49mm wingspan. Female antennae are bipectinate, but easily mistaken for filiform as the pectinations/teeth are so short. Males have a strange antennae structure. Officially they are bipectinate (2 "teeth" off each antennal segment, with larger "teeth" than females), but compared with other bipectinate antennae they are very complex; as can be seen in the photo's. We would actually class them as quad-pectinate (4 main "teeth" per antenna segment). The pectinations are more like fans rather than individual teeth or filaments. The latin "pectin" means comb, implying the bipectinate antennae are like combs with two rows of teeth.
The antennae also appear to be two coloured; with white scales covering on top, and ochre brown under. In fact the ochre brown is the colour of the antennae and the white scales can wear off.
They are nearly impossible to distinguish from the other species in the genus. Their hindwings are diagnostic and are basically white (to pale grey) with some possible horizontal striping.
H. ochra has a deeply coloured, orange, discal spot on the forewings. While H. brachycera's spot can be grey to beige, it's not orange.
H. lacunosa is harder to separate from H. brachycera with a darker strip on the inner margin of the hind wing.
H. lacunosa seems restricted to a small area in the South of WA. H. ochra is in the north of SA, as well as WA & NT. H. brachycera is found in all mainland States.
There is a chestnut/red tinge to the ventral abdomen scales.
The body has a black tuft behind the shoulders, between the wings, that shows in the profile shots.
The forewing lines look somewhat variable in shape.
When the scales wear off on the their abdomen, their skin looks green.
We have included a large number of photo's to show the differences between individuals; as well as when worn.
We have photographed 13 specimens, 11 Males (Nov, Dec & Jan), 2 Females (Nov & Dec) plus eggs.
Copyright © 2018- Brett & Marie Smith. All Rights Reserved. Photographed 05-Dec-2018
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USMC Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) Programme
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YouTube video: ACV Ground Modernization
IHS Jane's 360 | 25 January 2015
The US Marine Corps (USMC) is assessing industry responses to the second of two draft requests for proposals (RfPs) for an eight-wheeled amphibious combat vehicle (ACV) optimised for land operations and shoreline tactical mobility.
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Four industry teams are understood to be in contention, each proposing modified variants of off-the-shelf 8x8 armoured infantry carriers in service elsewhere: BAE Systems/Iveco (with their SuperAV vehicle), General Dynamics (LAV 6.0), Lockheed Martin/Patria (Havoc), and SAIC/ST Kinetics (Terrex II).
Having seen previous attempts to procure a replacement for its elderly Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAVs) thwarted by cost and performance requirement challenges, the USMC expects its current plans for an affordable ACV - costing no more than USD5 million apiece - to achieve initial operational capability in 2020 and full operational capability in 2023.
Once ACV 1.1 developmental and operational testing is completed, the USMC will downselect to a single contractor in the second quarter of FY 2018 to meet the approved acquisition objective of 204 vehicles, comprising 56 low-rate initial production (LRIP) vehicles with options for the full rate production (FRP) of 148 vehicles.
The Integrated Program Plan includes an LRIP Lot 1 requirement for 26 vehicles in standard personnel carrier configuration (plus four vehicles for live-fire lethality and survivability trials). LRIP Lot 2 (FY 2019) will see the construction of 30 ACVs, with FRP Lots 1, 2, and 3 adding 30, 80, and 38 vehicles, respectively, in FY 2020, FY 2021, and FY 2022.
Future plans include the procurement of 490 enhanced ACV 1.2 vehicles, reintroducing an organic over-the-horizon ship-to-shore capability and, in the longer term, an all-new ACV 2.0 intended for high-speed surface transit.
Meanwhile, the legacy AAVs will undergo an upgrade programme extending their lives to 2035; thereafter ACVs alone will provide the amphibious lift capability for 12 marine battalions.
The BAE Systems/Iveco SuperAV vehicle is one of the candidates for a US Marine Corps programme seeking an eight-wheeled amphibious vehicle optimised for land and shoreline operations. Source: BAE Systems
Re: USMC Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) Programme
BAE Systems rolls out first ACV prototype | IHS Jane's 360 - 14 December 2016
BAE Systems partnered with Italian truck manufacturer Iveco Defence to submit a vehicle driven by a six-cylinder, 700 hp FPT Industrial Cursor 16 engine and with a suspended interior seat structure for 13 embarked marines, the company has said.
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SAIC partnered with Singapore Technologies Kinetics (STK) to submit STK's Terrex 2, which includes a v-shaped hull and space to carry 11 marines with a crew of three (to add additional room to carry two more marines would have required a redesign and added weight that the company deemed unnecessary).
BAE Systems and Iveco teamed up for the USMC's ACV competition. The vehicle has no axel, so it can distribute power among the eight-wheel stations. Source: IHS/Geoff Fein
BAE Systems to supply 30 more ACV 1.1 Amphibious Combat Vehicles to USMC | Army Recognition - 12 December 2018 16:33
The new ACV 1.1 is a wheeled amphibious combat vehicle and not a tracked as the AAV which is in service with the U.S. marine Corps since many years. The U.S. Marines have operated a fleet of more than 1,000 AAVs over the years. While the ACV 1.1 is supposed to excel at all-terrain mobility, with a 1.2 version expected to add additional speed and capacity, and a notional ACV 2.0 envisioned swim at speeds of at least eight knots at sea amid three-foot waves with waves as large as three feet.
In December 2016, BAE Systems delivered 16 amphibious combat vehicle 1.1 prototypes. The ACV 1.1 of BAE Systems is an 8x8 amphibious platform based on an existing vehicle provided by Iveco Defence Vehicles, the IVECO Super AV. It can carry a total of 13 military personnel including driver and commander. The vehicle is equipped with a robust 700HP engine, providing a significant power increase over the Assault Amphibious Vehicle currently operated by the Marine Corps.
A blast resistant V-shape hull and energy absorbing seats are key elements of the ACV 1.1 survivability solution that delivers superior mine, improvised explosive device (IED), kinetic energy (KE), and overhead protection. The vehicle can operate with a wheel blown off.
Each ACV has a crew of three, an M2 .50-caliber machine gun in a remote weapons station, with the potential to install a stabilized dual-mount M2/Mark 19 grenade launcher turret.
BAE Systems ACV 1.1, the new combat vehicle of the USMC (Picture source: Army Recognition)
https://www.janes.com/article/89520/usmc-moves-out-on-two-new-acv-variants
USMC moves out on two new ACV variants
BAE Systems, along with its partner, Iveco Defence Vehicles, announced on 25 June that they had received a USD67 million contract modification to design a new ACV variant with a 30 mm medium caliber cannon (ACV-30), as well as a command and control (ACV-C) variant that incorporates seven work stations to provide situational awareness and control of the battlespace.
https://www.janes.com/defence-news/news-detail/usmc-pressing-on-with-acv-production
11 June 2020 00:00 GMT+0
USMC pressing on with ACV production
The US Marine Corp (USMC) is moving ahead with the next phase of its Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) programme after its Force Design 2030 overhaul ‘affirmed’ the need for the platform on the future battlefield.
In late May, the service awarded BAE Systems Land and Armaments with an USD11 million contract for phase two of the design and development for the ACV 30 mm gun variant (ACV-30).
The USMC is moving ahead with production of its ACV fleet, and recently awarded BAE Systems with a contract for its ACV 30 mm gun variant (pictured here). (BAE Systems )
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Cruising Blu-ray Review: Hardcore in Blue
A frustrating dive into gay hell, starring a deer-in-the-headlights Al Pacino.
By Jack Cormack on April 5, 2020 6:48 PM |
Nightmarishly vivid, director William Friedkin’s Cruising, a divisive film about an undercover New York cop (Al Pacino, miscast) who cruises gay S&M bars in search of a killer, is a time capsule without a center.
For decades, critics of the film complained that it painted this segment of the gay community in a less than flattering light; but Friedkin’s sweaty, neorealist you-are-there approach (using actors and locals, shooting on location) reserves judgment. I’m not sure what the fuss was. I’ve frequented places like The Anvil, The Hellfire Club (where he shot certain sequences), and the Mineshaft. They are as the film depicts them. As we continue to reappraise Cruising, let’s get one thing straight (and please don't revoke my gay card): Folks armed with an agenda wanted the film to fail (some even tried, at the behest of The Village Voice, to disrupt the shoot by blasting airhorns and flashing mirrors), because it doesn’t go out of its way to lionize a brave, historically marginalized part of society. Cruising was never going to offer that.
Friedkin isn’t interested here in sentiment. He doesn’t apologize for making an arty genre film that lifts the gimp hood on a closed-off world, one most people even today have not set foot in. But this version of that world—a de-eroticized one of waterfront bars in 1979 New York, right on the cusp of the AIDS epidemic, captured on celluloid by a straight man with a docu-realistic eye who probably never saw the appeal of a Tom of Finland sketch—is one the gay community can now claim as a welcome window on part of its history.
So, you have the hard-R hook—a 40-something cop, Steve Burns (Pacino), poses as a customer after rough trade, in order to catch the sicko who’s throwing male body parts into the bay. Except, as Cruising over-suggests, multiple killers could be at large, slicing up gay torsos for Sunday roast (or tea-dances and crumpets). And near everyone is cruising for a bruising (or worse), Burns included. Interchangeable at times (especially on Precinct Night), cops and queers cross the thin blue line at will, circling their quarry, eying one another for some hot action. To some of them, clearly, this is a blood sport. Everyone is a suspect. Everyone could be a narc.
This is an intriguing premise. And Cruising has all the makings of a provocative, even frightening film; but what it does well (the lack of judgment, the punk-rock-heavy soundtrack Friedkin and Jack Nitzsche curate to perfection, and the headlong dive into gay culture we get right from the start) it botches in the main. The movie is about the hunt; how some men love affecting danger, of taking it out to the edge in their pursuit of each other as game; how some people from a range of respectable professions by day come most alive at night, engaged in a power-play that may lead to violent death. And Friedkin creates an air of mounting dread, especially in the graphic, nasty as can be death scenes. Decidedly not in the giallo fashion, he gives these moments a chilly, matter-of-fact precision. There’s nothing sensual about them, even though (true to slasher movie form) the killer’s voice sounds flat in a mannered, almost disembodied way.
Still, in this story of evasion and detection, of men chasing (and killing) each other, Cruising leans hard, too hard, on ambiguity. It’s a confusing look at a confused soul. At his pre-Scarface (1983) method best, Pacino goes for a nervous, quiet tone. Moment to moment, you feel his anxiety. This is not a showy performance, and it works to a point. But Pacino always makes it seem like he doesn’t want to be in the movie. Like every other dude in the bar could easily finger him for a daddy in blue. Part of Friedkin’s intent is to unmoor us, to make us feel like we can’t trust anyone; like we can’t be sure someone is who he says he is. But Friedkin got stuck with an A-list actor who got chicken, and he doesn't let us into the guy’s head.
As Friedkin explains in audio commentary on the Blu-ray, he kept Pacino from popping as much as Pacino may have wanted. He dials him down; and while this adds bits of mystery to the character (Pacino, as ever, is highly watchable, especially when he dances at the bar), he turns in a limp performance. I think Friedkin, who wrote the script, is to blame. We never see Pacino lose himself in the part; we never see him revel in the scene or explode. There’s no release of tension, no payoff. We’re kept at bay; and because we’re placed at permanent remove from him, the film’s deliberately disorienting look at a confusion of identity lacks heft.
Friedkin wanted Richard Gere for the part. Gere would have been better. He could have brought a brooding, smoldering sexuality, a more convincing air of excitement, anxiety, and revulsion. A barely concealed inner torment.
But we still have a movie.
Cruising could have had the raw power of a Taxi Driver (at the end of both films, the hero looks at us from a mirror, as though to suggest he’s afraid of, or questioning, who he is, who you may be. It’s an arty touch.). The difference, of course, is Taxi Driver earns the right to break your heart. For Cruising, the moment just stands there, tethered only to a plain-faced curiosity about the dream story we’ve just spent 102 minutes exploring. It feels like coldness for coldness’s sake.
Friedkin is a tough, nervy director who made some great films---tough and nervy films. Partly inspired by the Paul Bateson case (he who played a lab tech in The Exorcist!), Cruising is also based on a 1970 novel by Gerald Walker. If you’re an open-minded Friedkin completist like me, and you’re fascinated with the new-wave sensibility of the New Hollywood era, you owe it to yourself to experience Cruising. It’s just a shame Friedkin made Pacino, the centerpiece of the film, such a distant blank.
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Lifetime opportunity at the Etihad
As a supplier of remote water quality monitoring systems, Meteor Communications was recently invited to speak at a Xylem event in Manchester City’s Etihad stadium. With an ‘Opportunity of a lifetime’ theme, the event invited participants to utilise the power of technology and expertise to achieve water security and sustainability.
Meteor’s Matt Dibbs provided delegates with an insight into the latest technologies for high-resolution monitoring, citing several large-scale, ongoing programmes in which Meteor’s portable and kiosk based modular ESNET (environmental sensor network) systems are delivering continuous data streams for a wide variety of environmental parameters. In the majority of water quality monitoring applications, Meteor employs the Xylem EXO2 multiparameter sonde; either in a chamber through which sample water is pumped, or as part of a battery powered portable system.
Innovative sensor network monitors ‘vog’ in Hawaii
In May 2018, the Hawaiian volcano Kilauea erupted with devastating consequences - destroying homes, displacing hundreds of people and emitting high levels of dust and harmful gases. Aside from the human tragedy that this created, the eruption provided a unique opportunity to monitor the air quality of a volcano during the eruptive phase, and researchers have employed innovative low-cost sensors to do so, as part of a dense monitoring network.
The Hawaiian Department of Health operates several air quality monitoring stations on the island, but at the time of the eruption scientists from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, had already begun building a denser network of monitoring sites in response to air quality concerns relating to volcanic smog or ‘vog’.
FPT industrial natural gas engine powers new case methane powered wheel loader concept – project tetra
FPT Industrial is sustainably powering the new Natural Gas (NG) MethanePowered Wheel Loader Concept – Project TETRA from CASE Construction Equipment, presented at Bauma 2019, in Munich, Germany. With this announcement, FPT Industrial reinforces its commitment to develop sustainable solutions specifically adapted to off-road applications.
The new wheel loader concept is the first Natural Gas construction machine from CASE Construction Equipment and is powered by a 6-cylinder NG engine from FPT Industrial’s NEF family. This power unit, delivering power up to 230 hp and torque up to 1,184 Nm, has diesel-like performance, but with a smoother and quieter drive. It also offers the same reliability and durability and fuelsavings up to 30%. The engine runs on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), ensuring 15% less CO2 and 99% less Particulate Matter than its diesel-based counterpart.
Chameleon: New File Import Application
ALS Environmental are proud to announce the introduction of a new file import application that is now available. Chameleon is an in-house built application that generates Excel registration files, that when completed, can be directly imported into ALS' sample registration system.
This application is suitable for customers to log their sample and analytical requirements or the registration team to enter sample information for received samples. In both instances, if the file is completed correctly, it will make the registration process more efficient and accurate. There are however a few factors that would need to be considered to establish a customer's suitability. Also a customer that already has a specific file import set up would not be able to use Chameleon files.
Ashtead Technology appointed partner for GES Gas-Tec FIDs
Ashtead technology has been appointed as the preferred distributor and rental partner for the GES Gas-Tec (Mk4 & Mk5) FID Hydrocarbon Gas Detectors. “We are delighted with this partnership agreement,” says Matthew Herrick, General Manager at GES. “Ashtead Technology selects the best products for its instrumentation fleet and has a reputation for the highest levels of service, so we believe that Ashtead is the ideal company to sell and rent the Gas-Tec products.”
Incorporating an FID, the Gas-Tec instruments respond to almost all volatile hydrocarbons which makes them ideal for leak detection including natural gas surveys, landfill surveys, contaminated land, environmental surveys and methane sniffing.
Carbon Zero appointed by Euro Quality Lambs to install borehole
Carbon Zero Consulting is delighted to announce that it has started work at Euro Quality Lambs Ltd having been appointed to investigate the possibilities of creating their own water supply. Euro Quality Lambs is one of the largest lamb abattoirs in Europe capable of processing up to 25,000 carcasses a week with onsite boning and further processing facilities. They use a significant amount of water each year and in an effort to achieve cost savings have decided to install their own private water supply borehole.
Installing a private water borehole is a complex process. Carbon Zero Consulting Ltd specialises in this area having had extensive experience in UK hydrogeology across many sectors and as many geological scenarios. They have already carried out a thorough water audit, geology assessment and conformed with all Environment Agency requirements necessary for drilling, testing and installation of the borehole. A borehole design suitable for the specific aquifer has now been developed together with WB & AD Morgan Ltd, a drilling contractor with great experience of working in similar geology.
New integrated continuous emissions monitoring capability
Quantitech has a long-standing reputation for the supply and service of high quality environmental monitoring instruments in the UK. However, following acquisition by Gasmet Technologies, the company has invested in the resources necessary to design, deliver, install and commission complete integrated emissions monitoring systems, and a video has been published on the Quantitech website explaining the advantages of this new capability.
“Almost every industrial emissions monitoring application has different site-specific requirements, so it makes sense to be able to deliver bespoke systems,” says Quantitech Managing Director Ken Roberts. “With flexible multigas capability, Gasmet’s MCERTS approved FTIR analysers are able to monitor most of the key gases, but we are now delivering complete systems including additional analysers and data management systems for parameters such as particulates, oxygen and flow.
Air Monitors technology supports air quality news stories
The latest air quality monitoring equipment from the company Air Monitors has been used extensively by a variety of news channels to support the ever-growing media attention being given to urban air quality. “In contrast with the air pollution of the 1950’s, the problem is no longer visible,” says Managing Director Jim Mills. “It used to be possible for city dwellers to see the smog, but monitoring technology is necessary to highlight today’s invisible threats; which are mainly fine particulates and nitrogen dioxide (NO2).
“We have been happy to support the media in its efforts to highlight the problems that exist in our towns and cities, because the public needs to be made aware of this very serious threat, and because the development of lightweight, accurate air quality monitors has meant that it is now possible to identify the precise location of pollution hot-spots.
New ‘How To’ video on gas monitoring App
In 2016 Gasmet launched a free App on both iOS and Android, providing anyone with an interest in gas monitoring with quick and easy access to an enormous volume of highly useful information.
The App has now been downloaded hundreds of times by people from every continent, but to help users make the most of the App’s capabilities Gasmet has now published an explanatory video, which is available on the Gasmet YouTube channel or from the Technology page of www.gasmet.com.
RHS Garden Bridgewater – a potential best practice case study for soil re-use and management
A comprehensive Soil Resource Survey carried out for the Royal Horticultural Society by soil scientists at Tim O’Hare Associates (TOHA)for the proposed RHS Garden Bridgewater will provide an exemplar case study on the sustainable re-use and management of existing soils.
The proposed new garden – on the site of the former Worsley New Hall in Salford, to the north west of Manchester – has been designed by landscape designer Tom Stuart-Smith. Soils on the 63 ha site, which slopes down to the Bridgewater Canal on its southern boundary, range from a sandy loam, through alluvial silts and clays in the woodland areas, to peaty soils in the meadows abutting the canal.
Finn Geotherm helps Greenio boost eco school status for William Farr C of E School
Renewable heating expert Finn Geotherm is embarking on a project in collaboration with Lincolnshire-based renewable energy hub Greenio, that will see William Farr School in Lincolnshire become a truly green school.
The school is undertaking a £900,000 investment to install biomass and ground source heat pump technology which will completely replace its existing gas boiler system. The 16 week project is being led by Greenio, who are installing five biomass boilers, and subcontracting the ground source system to experts Finn Geotherm.
Finn Geotherm is installing two Lampoassa Eli 90 ground source heat pumps at William Farr, linked to around 10,000 metres of ground loop which is being installed underneath a football pitch adjacent to the school. The 180kW ground source system will run alongside Greenio's biomass boilers to generate all the heating and hot water required by the 1500 pupil comprehensive school.
New APP for gas monitoring staff
The Gasmet APP is now available free of charge on both iOS and Android Smartphones, providing anyone with an interest in gas monitoring with quick and easy access to an enormous volume of highly useful information.
The APP contains a link to a library of information on 500+ compounds providing IR spectra in addition to chemical formula, molecular weight, boiling point etc. for each gas.
MCERTS for portable and fixed FTIR analysers
Quantitech is delighted to announce that the Gasmet Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS II e) and the portable (DX4000) FTIR analysers have been awarded an MCERTS certificate (Sira MC030014/08) demonstrating compliance with the MCERTS Performance Standards EN15267-3 & QAL 1 as defined in EN 14181. The certificate demonstrates enhanced performance across an extended range of gases.
The MCERTS certificate confirms the performance of Gasmet’s FTIR analysers for the measurement of CO, NO, SO2, NO2, N2O, HCl, NH3, H2O, HF, CO2, O2, CH4 and CHOH. However, Quantitech MD Ken Roberts says: “Customers will be particularly interested in this certificate because of the exceptionally good figures for Hydrogen Fluoride, and the data for Nitrogen Oxide and Formaldehyde are also very significant because no other FTIR is certified down to 150 mg/m3 NO in 40 vol-% water and no other instrument is approved for Formaldehyde at all.”
OTT Hydromet partners with sister company Sea-Bird
The OTT Hydromet Group has announced a new distribution strategy for the Sea-Bird Coastal product range of water quality sensors and monitors. “These instruments fit very well with our range of water monitoring technologies,” says OTT’s European Sales ManagerMarcus Meckelmann. “We also share similar customer bases, so the key Sea-Bird Coastal products will be available exclusively through OTT’s European subsidiaries and official distributors.”
Shredding technology presents new opportunities for wood recycling and biomass sector
A new electric-drive shredder designed and engineered by Austrian headquartered UNTHA, is set to increase capacity, profitability and safety levels in the pioneering wood recycling and biomass market. And, unusually for this sector, the ground-breaking technology is now available as either a static or mobile solution.
CP Electronics launches smartphone apps for lighting controls
CP Electronics, a leader in the design and manufacture of energy saving lighting controls, has announced the launch of its very first range of smartphone apps which will enable contractors and end users alike to control their lighting remotely.
Suitable for infrared-enabled mobile phones working on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and above, the UHS7 and UHS5 apps will replicate the functionality of their handset counterparts. Broadly, users will be able to raise and lower lighting levels, turn lights on and off and select scenes – all from a smartphone!
Intelligent monitoring system provides flood warnings
Water level sensing technology from OTT Hydrometry is being used in an intelligent flood warning system that has been installed at a ford in Kenilworth, Warwickshire. The system, which was designed and installed by SWARCO Traffic, monitors water level in the Finham Brook where it passes under the A452, and warns drivers when potentially dangerous conditions arise.
Austrian innovation takes waste shredding solution mobile
Globally renowned engineering specialist UNTHA has launched the world’s first electrically-driven mobile shredder following extensive successful trials across Europe.
The ‘XR mobil-e’ is the latest innovation from the Austrian-headquartered alternative fuel production experts. With the same design features as the internationally acclaimed static XR, this mobile solution provides customers with identical benefits – high throughputs, low operating costs, energy efficiency, low noise, foreign object protection and ease of maintenance. Yet it is the first machine of its kind to shred with a low power electric drive and, thanks to its on-board auxiliary power pack, it can be easily moved around a production facility and plugged back in.
New partnership for TOC gas analysers
Quantitech has been appointed exclusive distributor (UK & Ireland)for ErsaTec GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of gas analysers for the measurement of organic gases such as solvents and fuels.
What’s next for NEBOSH Diploma-holders?
If you have achieved a NEBOSH Diploma and want to continue your studies, a Masters Degree could offer the challenge you are looking for.
The University of Hull, in partnership with NEBOSH, now offers MSc and MRes Masters Degrees by distance-learning in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management subjects.
Making the most of soil carbon - tools for farmers, advisers and policy makers
An innovative ‘Toolbox’, aimed to help farmers achieve a good balance between crop productivity, soil health and soil carbon storage, has been developed as a result of a major EU research project called SmartSOIL.
Every arable farmer knows that soil organic matter is at the heart of profitable crop production. It helps improve the workability of soils, store water and increase nutrient supply. As leading soil scientist Professor Pete Smith from Aberdeen University says “Good management of soil organic matter is essential for producing high quality crops at yields that deliver good economic returns”.
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Zheng-tong: Year 5, Month 7, Day 9
The Yun-nan Regional Commander and Vice Commissioner-in-Chief Mu Ang memorialized: "The government orders requiring that Mu-bang be instructed to despatch troops to assist in eliminating the rebellious bandit Si Ren-fa have been received. Persons were sent via a by-path to take the Imperial orders of instruction to them. Recently, Mu-bang has reported that the grandmother Mei Han-ban had led her grandson, the Pacification Superintendent Han Gai-fa and Tao-meng Dao Ban-fang in doing battle with the bandits at Meng-mi and Meng-lian. They killed 20 of the bandit leaders, took over 30,000 heads and captured large numbers of elephants and horses and large quantities of weapons. It is requested that they be rewarded so that they will be encouraged in future." The memorial was sent to the Auxiliary Ministry of War for discussion. The ministry said: "Mu-bang has respectfully carried out the duties of a subject and reverently served the Court. It is requested that, in accordance with the Ang's request, Han Gai-fa be appointed as `General for Soothing Those in the Distance', that his grandmother be enfeoffed as `Grand Lady of Virtue' and that they be rewarded with gold belts and variegated silks." This was approved.
Ying-zong: juan 69.8a-b
Zhong-yang Yan-jiu yuan Ming Shi-lu, volume 25, page 1337/38
Geoff Wade, translator, Southeast Asia in the Ming Shi-lu: an open access resource, Singapore: Asia Research Institute and the Singapore E-Press, National University of Singapore, http://epress.nus.edu.sg/msl/reign/zheng-tong/year-5-month-7-day-9-0, accessed January 17, 2021
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The Italian Andrei Kravchuk
By Scott A. Gray
Actually about a young Russian boy living in a Russian orphanage, The Italian is a somewhat misleading title. The titular Italian comes into play as a jealous taunt the other orphans pin to Vanya after an Italian family makes a bid to adopt him. To be adopted by wealthy, exotic parents would seem a dream to most orphans but Vanya harbours concerns that his real mother might still be alive and looking for him, a seed planted after the biological mother of a recently adopted friend shows up to beg for her son, only to die in drunken despair once she discovers shes too late. Inspired, the brave and tenacious Vanya learns to read in order find his original address in his personal records, which he breaks into before fleeing the orphanage on a journey to find his mother, with the aid of a teen prostitute. All cast members, young and old, give compelling performances, imbued with honest humanity and stark conviction. Director Kravchuks greatest wisdom may be in sharing the characters restless personal habits, like the scene of Vanya stopping hurriedly to toss a rock at the railway tracks during his escape no little boy can resist the satisfying clang of rock on metal, even while embarking on the adventure of his life. Moments like these are reminders that this is not a Hollywood film, and the resulting realism facilitates an emotional investment from the audience into the tragic lives on display thats much greater than what can be negotiated by tidy conventional characters with clearly defined purposes tied to expected emotional responses. The Italian is content to guide the viewer through the hardships Vanya faces and dwell in the strength of human determination to make the best of lifes random circumstances. (Sony)
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Gone are the classic memories of a school library from our youth. Welcome to a new era.
By Pat Hadler
School libraries were once somber places where books were warehoused and librarians kept things in order – and quiet. With the digital revolution ongoing, school libraries are transforming into very different places. Often they are noisy, with classes of children searching for new books for sustained silent reading or collecting information for book reports and projects. And librarians find that their function is changing from being solely gatekeepers to being connectors and instructors on how to use advanced technology to accumulate knowledge.
Five trends are emerging as libraries and librarians adapt to continual changes in technology – changes that will redefine the idea of what a library will look like in the future and what it can do for students.
1. Greater resources
It used to be that microfiche was the cutting edge of technology, but no more. According to Matthew Lynch, writing for Edweek.org, school libraries of the future will provide more resources in a variety of formats. “Modern library resources include a whole range of elements, from ebooks, to academic databases, to innovative programs that allow students to explore their creative inclinations, learn new skills, and apply their learning in innovative ways,” he says.
2. Learning commons
Printed books are still important in the spectrum of learning, but digital technology allows for more mobile, instantaneous fact-finding. As a result, libraries are not needed as much for access as they are for space to encourage learning. “Instead, they [students] require a place that encourages participatory learning and allows for co-construction of understanding from a variety of sources. In other words, instead of being an archive, libraries are becoming a learning commons,” writes Beth Holland for Edutopia.org.
Some have taken the learning commons idea further with the suggestion of a “makerspace” area of the library. “The term ‘Makerspace’ refers to an area of a library focused on production — offering, for example, digital cameras, a 3D printer, and photo manipulation and layout software,” according Elisabeth Abarbanel, et al., writing for the National Association of Independent Schools. “The Makerspace idea reinforces the library’s role in the entire learning spectrum from recreational reading to research to production and sharing.”
3. More collaboration with other libraries
Increasingly, school libraries will be collaborating and sharing resources with other school libraries and public libraries. In New York City, such a program is called My Library NYC, a partnership of the NYC Department of Education and three public library systems in New York: Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library and Queens Library. Both students and educators have access to million of free digital resources through this collaboration as well as enhanced library privileges and professional development resources.
4. The expanding roles of librarians
With evolving digital and mobile technologies, the role of the librarian will change. Librarians will be instructing and enabling students to access a whole range of information from many sources. “They help facilitate the increasingly important global connection between students and the rest of the world, helping students connect to an authentic audience in a broader community, arranging Skype sessions with authors or experts in other locations, and culling resources as needed from varied sources and experts outside the school walls,” writes Elizabeth Abarbanel et al. in the online article, “The New School Library.”
5. Library automation
Gone are the old card catalogs stored in wood cases, replaced by computer terminals. New software will allow libraries to further automate the collections of resources. “No longer just automating processes once done by hand, library systems have morphed into full-search resource portals,” writes Kathy Schrock for TechandLearning.com. “The latest offerings typically let school librarians index Web sites, add related Web links to book records, provide patrons with home access to the library catalog, and many other features that secure the position of the library media center as the research hub of any school.”
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Yes, they can. Playing next. coyote playing with dogs on several occasions. My dog is a goldendoodle, so its probably twice the size of it. This story slams the theory that dogs and coyotes are incapable of communicating. When dogs are confronted by a coyote, their body language can take on many forms. The coyote has practiced all its life on this stuff. Dogs and Coyotesâ What you need to know Coyotes are common in urban areas. Coyotes will eat a dog, so if you have smaller dogs do not leave them out at night. Researchers at the Atlanta Coyote Project had set out on a quest to find and trap him. They see a dog as another predator within their hunting grounds, and seek to eliminate the competition. Medium and large dogs have been attacked, but are rarely killed. Do coyotes mate with dogs? Asher, who is well-known for her skills at capturing lost dogs, first heard about Wiley last week, when Sarah Nace, of Lost Pets of Hudson Valley (LPHV), called on her for help. Every day the strange, friendly visitor would stop to play with her Great Pyrenees, Ruth Bader. Generally, although a German Shepherd Dog has the weight advantage, coyotes with their experience and situational intelligence have a considerable advantage over a German Shepherd Dog. âItâs nerve-wracking that close,â said Shannon Stoddard, who recorded the video. Coyotes Playing With Dogs It is best not to let dogs play with coyotes. I don't see any problem with it other than the chance of the coyote carrying fleas, should I just keep him on his Frontline? A lot of the dogs I've seen bred to take on coyotes would not be safe with groups of other dogs unless the owner has a lot of dog skills and would be a lot of trouble to house when not hunting. A Tempe resident catches her neighbor's dog making friends with, of all animals, a coyote, which raised some concerns with some people. Dogs and coyotes are close relatives who encounter one another regularly in urban, suburban and rural areas, but how they behave around each other has not been well studied. In fact, dogs, coyotes and wolves can all interbreed successfully. If a coyote is playing with my dog, it is doing so because it decided it wanted to play with my dog. Our dogs had been spayed, so ⦠At Bernal Heights about 9 years ago there was a single little female coyote who had chosen ONE of the dogs to frolic with: the coyote and the dog learned to know what to expect from each other and they acted accordingly. 0:25 [Download] Wild Dogs: Wolves Coyotes and Foxes Kindle Online. Though the wild visitor was likely just planning to pass through, the sight of Penny's toys lying out unprotected was too exciting to pass up. It is hard to observe interactions between dogs and coyotes, but the modern world provides opportunities that were not available in the past. A Domesticated Coyote Playing with a Cat . They had definitely been playing with the coyote, but realized we didn't like the situation. First, play. Nope, it was a coyote. Itâs like someone took a coyote and put a husky skin on it. Related Questions. With that, the coyote let the good times roll â much to Pennyâs dismay. The other day, while the dog was inside, a coyote appeared in the yard. Your tiny dog must be a very special case, because Iâve only heard of larger dogs playing with coyotes. In the recent videos I saw of dog/coyote interactions at Pine Lake, there was chasing of a coyote by a dog and then vice-versa. They'll run around some more, then the coyote will leave. Despite the possibility, interbreeding does not happen very often, however. It grabbed the toy in its mouth and tried to rip it apart while the dog saw it from inside the house. Donât be fooled, and donât let your dog fall victim. Coyote vs Dogs. Wiley understands coyote language, so a unique bond was formed. A wild black coyote and a dog became friends in a backyard in Georgia. The black coyote was caught and sent to a sanctuary. Two examples. Coyotes will even act like they want to play or mate so the dog will follow thinking it is friendly, this is a commonly known tactic of theirs. FOX 10's Jennifer Auh reports. Even a medium size dog will get lured away to the coyote pack so it can be overcome and eaten. I've never seen this before, it was fun to watch. An especially rare, and friendly, black coyote had been mingling among dogs and humans in Georgia for months. Coyotes look like small dogs: I had been living in Marysville for a couple of years before I could accurately identify a coyote because I rarely saw them. But itâs rarely seen in person â you know, dogs hanging with coyotes." Lithe like a coyote, big bushy tail like a coyote, very playful like this coyote, and with the prey drive of a coyote. Coyotes will lure a dog back to its pack in this manner, with the purpose of killing it. And it was on the lam. Dogs, indeed, have made friends with coyotes â coyotes are pretty choosy about who they pick as their âdogâ friends â not all dogs are welcome. The coyote doesnt appear rabid at all, it looks healthy. There have been instances of coyotes and domestic dogs playing as well, so the interactions are not always aggressive. When we realized it was a full grown coyote, we started yelling to get away. Cellphone video appears to show a family dog playing with a balloon in a Massachusetts backyard, but Everett Animal Control said the animal is a coyote. Coyotes are highly seasonal breeders; dogs are not. Understanding canine behavior and modifying our own behavior is essential to peaceful coexistence with our wild neighbors. A dog was seen playing with a coyote in a Tempe neighborhood near Shalimar Golf Course. The dog owner should not allow his/her dog to chase coyotes. When we would see then on our property, I thought it was a neighborâs dog (Iâm nearsighted). The coyote danced its way into the position we see. Some yotes killed Taylor Mitchell in Canada: Taylor Mitchell - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia On October 27, 2009, Mitchell was hiking alone during the afternoon on the Skyline Trail in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park in Nova Scotia. During her ⦠If all those dogs he has aren't killing coyotes I think his best bet is to use a gun liberally or hire a pest extermination service/someone who likes hunting coyotes with their own dogs. That coyote is not playing, itâs strategizing. This is because they are genetically very similar. This large coyote was playing with a dog named Penny's toy. 234 HumanâWildlife Interactions 12(2) Andelt and Mahan (1980) also saw the collared coyote attempting to mount a female dog Barking is the most obvious sign, as your dog may be in protective mode and lets the coyote know to keep their distance. And before you ask, no I can't legally discharge a firearm where I live. At this point, our dogs turned on the coyote and chased it off. The complexities of inter-species behavior, distilled to a clicky headline, made for feel-good viral hits. Dogs and coyotes can be antagonistic towards each other â in this situation, dogs chase coyotes away in order to guard their territory and vice-versa. In college I got a dog from a pound that we believe had just given birth. Airedale playing WildCare is happy to collaborate with Project Coyote, the ⦠Continued 1Present address: USFS Pacific Southwest Research Station, 1731 Research Park Drive, Davis, CA 95618, USA. Coydog females have a shifted estrus cycle that does not coincide with the coyote period. There are coy dogs out there, coyote-dog hybrids that happen when dogs and coyotes mate. CAUGHT ON CAM: This isn't something you see every day! He and the dog have formed a relationship, and they're having a good time playing." She thought Ruth had made a new best dog friend. Coyotes and dogs are related, and they are biologically capable of producing hybrid litters. Domestic dog and coydog males do not tend to litters, whereas male coyotes ⦠With less territorial dogs or coyotes, there might be playing now and then. âA rare black coyote couldnât stop making friends with dogs,â wrote Business Insider. This might not be play. It also funnily chased its own tail while playing in the field. If the respect isnât there, one or the other could be bitten. Airedale rescue. They chase eachother, then lay down once they're exhausted and look at eachother. If a dog is luring my dog, that doesnât look or feel like it is playing with my dog. She was completely husky colored but had this exact build. It isnât like in a dog park.
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A scope of work document is an important thing to use if you’re a business that contracts with other businesses. Research Assistant Vacancy at Rashtriya Raksha University, Admission Notification for Specialised Courses at NFSU, Gujarat, Internship Opportunity 2021 at Asian Development Bank. Download Ebook Questioned Documents Questioned Documents does he realize that a typewritten letter, dollar bill, postage stamp, gas station One envisions a signature on a will, check, or contract. It is not to be confused with “graphologists” or “grapho-analysts” who claim the ability to access personality traits of a person from their handwriting. E30.02 is the ASTM subcommittee for questioned documents. Questioned document examination (QDE) is a term for a forensic science discipline pertaining to documents that are potentially disputed in a court of law.The primary purpose of this is to provide evidence about a suspicious or questionable document using a variety of scientific processes and methods. Scope of document examination. Document - Wikipedia Sevaro Mallet-Prevost, a Mexican-born New York lawyer familiar with Spanish and Mexican law, and William M. Tipton, an expert on document analysis, were assigned to assist. The most common type of examination involves handwriting wherein the examiner tries to address concerns about potential authorship. In most cases, protocol for handling document evidence is known and expected to follow. Ames and Osborn believed that their opinions must be clearly demonstrated. Despite this division, it is important to establish and maintain good communication between the two service providers. Dating of documents is one of the more difficult aspects of forensic science as it is impossible to determine the age of an ink by chemical means alone. This information will help to ensure the evidence is not compromised, thereby interfering with or preventing a forensic examination by other disciplines. To assist in drafting scopes of accreditation and to clarify ILAC guidance documents and ANAB requirements, while helping standardize formats for ISO/IEC 17043. 3. Questioned document examination, also referred to as forensic document examination, is the branch of forensic science best known for the determination of authorship of signatures and handwriting but, in fact, involves much more comprehensive analyses of writing instruments, writing mediums, and office machine products. FM 2854, ISO/IEC 17043 Testing Scope Template (contact ANAB) Contact us. 1. Evidence might include alterations, the chain of possession, damage to the document, … Do not use the auto-feed option on a photocopier. Careless handling can also cause cross-contamination that directly affects the interpretation of the evidence. E30.02 is the ASTM subcommittee for questioned documents. Questioned Document Investigation: An in-depth look into a document which is being questioned in the case of fraud, forgery, etc. The author, Albert S. Osborn, is called the Father of Questioned Documents. If the document is to be examined for fingerprints or indented writing, wear gloves or hold it tightly between the sides of the fingers, but only long enough to place it in the evidence envelope. Because the questioned document examiner (QDE) usually is not one of the original crime scene responders or the investigating detective, he or she is only responsible for the proper care and handling of evidence once it comes into the document examiner’s possession. ANSI/ASB Standard 044, Standard for the Examination of Documents for Indentations, First Edition, 2019. Standard Guide for Scope of Work of Forensic Document Examiners (Withdrawn 2018) ... 1.1 This guide describes, in general, the duties of forensic document examiners, also referred to as questioned document examiners, examiners of questioned documents, document examiners, or document analysts. Most document examiners limit their examinations to nondestructive methodologies. Scope of Work of Forensic Document Examiners) for examinations of documents produced with liquid inkjet technology and related procedures. The American Society for Testing and Materials, International (ASTM) publishes standards for the many methods and procedures used by Forensic Document Examiners. If you sign contracts on a regular basis, the Scope of Work agreement helps you clearly define the terms of the project, no matter what industry you are in. if(window.SUImageCarousel){setTimeout(function() {window.SUImageCarousel.initGallery(document.getElementById("su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83"))}, 0);}var su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83_script=document.getElementById("su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83_script");if(su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83_script){su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83_script.parentNode.removeChild(su_image_carousel_5fc83f46dbb83_script);}. DocumentsKindly say, the questioned documents questioned documents is universally compatible with any devices to read If you are a book buff and are looking for legal material to read, GetFreeEBooks is ... does not realize the scope of the words Page 8/30. The scope contains all this important information, which is why you must come up with it as a first step. It should be understood that questioned documents is a valid and legitimate field of study as a discipline in forensic examinations and identification. Lab conditions/security. A Questioned Document can be Be sure to label the envelope for fingerprinting. varies depending on the requirements of each individual case and the mission or scope of services of the document examination unit. Forensic document examiners, also known as questioned document examiners (QDEs), are forensic scientists who help solve crimes by verifying the authenticity of documents. Two kinds of standard: 1. Tier 3: Send to an SDO. If recorded on the evidence package, this information must be written prior to the document’s insertion to prevent the introduction of writing indentations. Scope of Expertise in Forensic Document Examination. As a final note on this rule, prior to the examination, the QDE should be made aware of additional forensic testing that will be done upon completion of his or her examination. The service is also extended to the forensic civil and criminal cases. The FBI Laboratory’s Questioned Documents Unit uses the following conclusions in handwriting comparisons: Identification—A determination that the questioned … Sometimes, a … Read Free Questioned Documents Questioned Documents“questioned document.” One envisions a Procured or collected- obtained from files Although available publicly, correspondence courses are not a substitution for a direct two-year training period. The Scientific Working Group for Questioned . One of the commenters (EPA-HQ-OPPT-2019-0131-0041) cited TSCA section 6(b)(4)(D) and 40 CFR 702.41 and questioned whether EPA had met the fundamental requirements of the scoping exercise for any of the scope documents. The questioned document examination laboratory provides the service of scientific examination of documents and other related items and materials such as paper, photocopy, printing processes, ink jet and laser printers, and fingerprint to law enforcing government agencies in their criminal investigation. Handle documents as little as possible. In forensic science, questioned document examination (QDE) is the examination of documents potentially disputed in a court of law.Its primary purpose is to provide evidence about a suspicious or questionable document using scientific processes and methods. Documents feature prominently in all manner of business and personal affairs. For example, a questioned document may be a sheet of paper bearing handwriting or mechanically-produced text such as a ransom note, a forged cheque or a business contract. Forensic Document Examination Terms and Reference. Scope of Work. Document examination might include alterations, … ―Ancient science and Forensis‖. The primary purpose of forensic document examination is to answer questions about a disputed document using a variety of scientific processes and methods. Scope of Expertise in Forensic Document Examination. 13. If you sign contracts on a regular basis, the Scope of Work agreement helps you clearly define the terms of the project, no matter what industry you are in. The scope of work is a document that spells out the agreed-upon terms of work that’ll be performed as part of a project and goes in-depth as to how a project will be accomplished. 7. Documents (SWGDOC) evolved from the Technical Working Group for Questioned Documents which began in 1997 (Riordan et al., 2013). Historical cases. To assist in drafting scopes of accreditation and to clarify ILAC guidance documents and ANAB requirements, while helping standardize formats for ISO/IEC 17043. Forensic document examiners, or questioned document examiners, are called upon to find forged and non-genuine signatures and documents in criminal cases. Carry disputed documents loosely in pockets. 11. Latent print processing may contaminate or damage the ink. 10. Questioned Documents – Revised Ordway on Edition” Hilton’s book, with the publication of the Revised Edition, became the pre‐eminent training text of the modern document l’bkl h h 1982 examiner. Proper collection and handling procedures help maintain integrity of the evidence. Forensic science is the application of science to address issues under consideration in the legal system. In most cases, protocol for handling document evidence is known and expected to follow. Handwriting can be used to identify the individual who wrote that document. A questioned document is any document that is potentially disputed in the court of law. Questioned Documents Analysis Questioned-document analysis. A forensic document examiner is intimately linked to the legal system as a forensic scientist. A forensic document examiner is intimately linked to the legal system as a forensic scientist. As we know, many Questioned Document Examinations involve a comparison of the questioned document, or components of the document, to a set of known standards. Scope of document examination. The primary purpose of forensic document examination is to answer questions about a disputed document using a variety of scientific processes and methods. Controlling the actions of those individuals handling the evidence prior to its submission is outside the scope of the forensic scientist’s responsibility. not realize the scope of the words “questioned document.” One envisions a signature on a will, check, or contract. Introduction Welcome to the Norwitch Document Laboratory. What is the scope of Forensic documents examination? Standard Guide For Scope of Work of Forensic Document Examiners 1. Quality Management. Underscore, highlight, or circle words. Questioned Document Examination Questioned Document Examination Recognizing the quirk ways to get this books questioned document examination is additionally useful. FM 2854, ISO/IEC 17043 Testing Scope Template (contact ANAB) Historical cases. The most familiar area of questioned-document examination is handwriting analysis. Examination of … If there isn't a trial, your expert won't have any scope to place it in. Questioned document examination - Wikipedia Questioned document examination (QDE) is a forensic science discipline pertaining to documents that are potentially disputed in a court of law. Questioned Documents was published in 1910, and a second edition in 1929. Allow anyone other than a properly trained forensic scientist to make chemical or other tests. Beginning in 2012, the ASTM standards pertaining to FDE began to be replaced as they expire by standards generated by SWGDOC. File Type PDF Questioned Document Examination Questioned document examination - Wikipedia Questioned document examination (QDE) is a forensic science discipline pertaining to documents that are potentially disputed in a court of law. Historical cases. ANSI/ASB Standard 117, Standard for the Examination of Stamping Devices and Stamp Impressions, First Edition, 2020. 6. 1.1 This guide describes, in general, the duties of forensic document examiners, also referred to as questioned document examiners, examiners of questioned documents, document examiners, or document analysts. Copy to clipboard; Details / edit ; Senad. Any alteration can seriously compromise the examination by preventing certain non-destructive testing to determine indented writing or ink differentiation. Questioned document analysis is often brought in on cases of embezzlement, organized crime, and kidnappings. ANSI/ASB Standard 044, Standard for the Examination of Documents for Indentations, First Edition, 2019. 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About Steve & Joan
Which Came First? The Fish or The Eggs?
Entiat, Washington
Entiat National Fish Hatchery
Happy anniversary! Well, almost anniversary. June 27 is the actual date. Anniversary of what you may ask? It's the anniversary of my last post. I hope this post is worth the wait. I've been inspired to write after reading posts from Jim and Barb (JimandBarb'sRVAdventure) and Dino and Lisa (MNdrifters). Building houses in the middle of a South Dakota summer snow storm! Going undercover, changing your name, buying a 2nd RV and then leaving the country! These guys are nuts. My kind of nuts. I like 'em! And I bet you will too.
Somewhere in the Cascades
We had a great time at Sullys Hill National Wildlife Preserve last summer. We left there September 1 headed to Middlebury, Indiana to attend Entegra University. Since University didn't start until October 8 we had some spare time, so we decided to stop in Michigan and visit with Jim & Debbie Britt, our friends from Florida who were in their 3rd year of full-timing. After Michigan we drove on to Rochester, New York to visit with Joan's childhood friend Susan and her husband Don. After a few days visiting, sightseeing and playing golf I asked permission to fly to Vegas and play in the Senior Softball Worlds Tournament, to which Joan graciously agreed. I flew, I played, I had a great time.
Columbia River south of Chelan
Upon my return to NY we headed to University where we spent 4 days learning all about our Entegra motorhome. You would think that after living in our Monaco motorhome for 6 years and the Entegra for 10 months we would know 'what we needed to know' about the new-to-us Entegra. Well not so my friends. There are numerous tasks required of someone when using a motorhome that have an impact on the long term health and viability of the coach itself. Thanks to the information shared during University we learned several methods and procedures that would prevent damage to our coach and its systems as well as improve our experience living and traveling in our coach. And we made some new friends to boot! There were 7 couples in our class and we have stayed in touch with 2 of them; Mike & Robin who we plan on working with in Reno this fall and Lake Mead next January; and Bill & Heidi who we've already met up with once since University and who we'll be seeing in a few days here in Entiat.
Just One of our Jeep Adventures
We 'reserved' this workamping job at Entiat Fish Hatchery in 2017. Our friends Ginny & Don were the 1st volunteer workampers here several years ago and based on their description of the area and volunteer opportunity we knew we wanted to try it ourselves. And so far we have not been disappointed. It's our 1st time workamping in Washington state and 1st time at a fish hatchery. We are just 6 miles up the Entiat River from the Columbia River. Wenatchee, 16 miles south of Entiat is considered the Apple Capital of the World. Besides apples they also grow peaches, cherries, pears and nectarines.
Jim & Deb - Mad River Rd to Leavenworth
We've already taken a couple of scenic motorcycle rides along the Columbia River and taken the jeep out for several back woods rides through the nearby national forests and mountains as well as a couple of scenic loops between here and the Pacific coast.
We've driven the Cascade Loop and visited Fort Casey and the Tulip Festival on the Washington coast. Lots of stuff to do in this area, I hope we have time for it all!
Joan and I are working maintenance at the hatchery. We work 3 days a week, Friday-Sunday. We've done some landscaping, pressure washing and painting as well as assisting with some community events such as Entiat National Hatchery's Outdoor Skills (4th - 7th graders fishing, archery and wetland activities) and Winthrop National Hatchery's Kid's Fishing Day. One of our primary job responsibilities is the weekend care of the 420,000 summer Chinook salmon that are spawned, raised and released onsite here at the hatchery each year.
And that brings us to the Question of the Day! Which came first, The fish or the egg?
The Entiat hatchery was established and began operations in 1941. Fish raised in the hatchery are released each April into the Entiat River. From there the salmon enter the Columbia River and begin a 500 mile trip to the Pacific ocean. Along the way they have to navigate through 8 dams. Once to the Pacific they remain there on average 4-6 years before returning to their spawning grounds. Of the 420,000 salmon released approximately 4,000 or 1% successfully return. Salmon begin arriving at the hatchery as early as June and July. Returning salmon return to the hatchery up the Columbia, over the dams, into the Entiat and enter a fish ladder directly into a holding raceway at the hatchery. They are kept in the raceways until October when the fish are ready to spawn.
Nursery tray with
@4000 salmon eggs
Each female salmon lays between 4000-4500 eggs. The eggs from 1 female are fertilized with milt (sperm) from 2 male salmon. This is done manually to increase chances for a successful fertilization.
Nursery Trays
All of the eggs from a single female are then placed into an individual nursery tray; and then into racks where they are immersed in flowing 40 degree water. About 3 months after they are fertilized the eggs hatch and the resulting fry (small fish) begin to feed off (absorb) their egg sack. It's not until 6 months after fertilization before the egg sack is completely absorbed and the fry's digestive track is developed.
At this point the fry need to be fed daily, so they are moved outdoors into the raceways where they will mature for another 11 months. A special pump with an attachment much like a giant vacuum cleaner is brought in...
...and the fry are moved out of their trays into a small indoor raceway...
and then pumped into 6 larger outdoor raceways. Initially each raceway holds 70,000 fish.
And this is where we come in......As fry the fish are fed 7-8 times a day. They get @ 2% of their body weight in food each day. On weekends we are the wait staff! Each morning we weight the food and then begin a schedule of feedings, each feeding at least an hour apart. Usually around mid day we delay a feeding so we can clean each raceway. Yep, all that food turns into you know what. Ever had a pool? Ever had to clean it? We have what very much looks like a pool vacuum that we use to clean each raceway....every day......all 6 of them (for now).....in July as the fish grow they are moved into 18 raceways! And then later they're moved into 30! And 'Oh Yeah' go very slow.......because baby fish are really stupid......don't suck them up with the vacuum. And 'Oh Yeah'...all this feeding and cleaning takes place on a narrow walkway between each raceway....don't fall in!
The fish remain in the outdoor raceways for about 10-11 months when they'll be large enough to survive on their own. About 18 months after fertilization the salmon will be released back into the Entiat River. The special pump is brought in and the fish are pumped from the raceways into the river where they will travel to the Pacific, hopefully returning to Entiat in 4-5 years.
Shout out to my grandson Greyson who just turned 3!
That's it for now. Stay Tuned. More to Come.
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Time Flies When You're Having Fun!
Sullys Hill National Game Preserve
St Michael, ND
Wow! June is almost done. We've been here at Sullys Hill for 4 weeks now and time is flying by. We are having a blast! We'll be here thru the end of August, then headed towards Middlebury, Indiana where we'll be attending Entegra University, a 4-day in-depth training class on our Anthem motorhome. We'll also be meeting up with Jim & Deb in Michigan where they are workamping this summer; and were hoping to change out our couch and dining table while we're in Indiana.
We're getting lots of sunshine and outdoor work this summer.....
Staining the exterior of the visitor center......
.....lots of mowing, weed wacking and landscaping.....
....and repainting signs.
We got our ATV/UTV certifications in February.....
.....then added Ag Tractor......
Check out the video
...and Skid Steer last week!
The wildlife and scenery here is spectacular...
We visited a couple of local Points of Interest.....
Turtle Mountain Reservation
and Rugby, ND. The geographic
center of North America
While driving into town we spotted an unusual boat approaching one of the numerous boat ramps on Devils Lake.....
It's an M30 Bridge Builder.being tested after delivery to the Arny Engineering Regiment near Camp Grafton at Devils Lake. The M30 is repacing the MK11 which has been in use by the Army for nearly 30 years.
Here's a link about the M30 if your interested....
M30 Bridge Builder
Here's what happens when the wind and weather conditions line up on Devils Lake......
These folks were catching white bass as fast as they could throw out a line. Shoulder to shoulder, catching on consecutive casts. Almost everyone of these folks caught 3-4 fish in the 5 minutes we pulled over to watch.
Shout out to Joan's Dad, Tommy....just turned 86 on Sunday....
....the same day Joan and I celebrated our wedding anniversary.
Well, that's about it for now. Stay Tuned. More to Come.
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Elk and Bison and Deer.....Oh My!
Sullys Hill National Wildlife Preserve
Devils Lake, ND
Memorial Day finds us at our summer volunteer location, a bison and elk preserve managed by Fish & Wildlife. Sullys Hill started as a National Park in 1904 and was later transferred to USFWS. Today the preserve maintains a small herd of about 20 bison (currently there are an additional 4 red dogs/babies) and just over a dozen elk. Sullys Hill is 1 of only 4 national bison preserves. There is also a prairie dog 'town' and a few white tail deer.
Our campsite is inside the preserve in the maintenance area. We're asked to work 3 days a week performing some mowing and landscaping, visitor center, trash pickup and infrastructure maintenance such as sign painting, etc. There is an 'auto tour' route through the preserve so visitors can get up close to the bison from the comfort and safety of their cars. Joan and I have access to a UTV and have been driving the auto route and/or fence-line every day (including our days off) checking the fence and picking up litter. Really cool when your just just 20 - 30 yards from the bison as they move throughout the preserve.
The UTV allows us to get close to the elk as well...
We'll be here through the end of August, so if you find yourself traveling through North Dakota, be sure to stop by!
We've been in our new-to-us coach since December and we're really happy with our decision to upgrade. And even though the coach is 9 years newer than our previous coach there are still items that need a little TLC. While in Lake Mead we had the Aqua Hot system repaired as we had 2 bad pumps and a bad thermostat. We also had a chip in the windshield repaired.....small tirade here...40 years driving in Florida and the southeastern US = '0' chipped or cracked windshields. 6 years full-timing out west = 4 RV windshield chips & 9 jeep windshield chips/cracks!...tirade over...
Pocket Door on the floor
We left Lake Mead the end of April with 3 weeks to travel before we needed to report to Sully Hill. At our 1st stop near St George, Utah I noticed our pocket door sagging a little. The culprit was a missing screw in one of the hanging brackets so I pulled the door to replace the screw.
Also replaced a 12V water pump that went bad. I had changed out the Direct TV rooftop antennae to a Dish antennae but just couldn't seem to get all the channels I was supposed to. Finally after working with Dish and Entegra tech support we figured out the Direct TV inline power module and coax splitter were still connected and disrupting the Dish signal. I removed both of these items and Bingo...everything works as promised.
Our Entegra coach is quite a step up technologically from the Monaco we owned for 7 years. So Joan and I signed up for Entegra University in October. We'll be traveling to Middlebury, Indiana to attend a 4-day class along with 6 other couples where we'll be educated on all the various systems and maintenance of our personal motorhomes.
L_R Joan, Vicky, Harry, Jim, Brenda & me
We made stops in several areas on our way to Devils Lake to meet up with friends and family. In Ft Collins, CO we met up with my cousin Tim for a quick reunion and dinner.... in Custer, SD we met up with Vicky and Harry who are workamping at a winery.....got to meet new friends Jim & Brenda and Larry & Sue...
.....went golfing with Phil, Jim & Harry.....and even got in a little motorcycling with Phil & Rudee.
Joan's cousin Robert and his wife Michelle stopped in as well and once he saw the elk in Custer State Park we couldn't keep him in the car!
Shout out to my youngest son Chris and Lindsey.....who have informed us we are to be grandparents for the 3rd time (their 1st) near the end of August-first of September.
Well that's it for now. Stay Tuned. More to Come!
Goodbye Sharky
Jimmy Dale Crowe, a healthy baby boy was born on or about October 21, 1933 near Sikeston, Missouri to RW (Reuben) & Lois Crowe. There is some doubt about that date as all births and deaths were recorded whenever the traveling magistrate happened to pass through town. It seemed unusual that records reflected all local births and deaths appeared to have occurred the same day of that particular week. Oh yeah......another irregularity......the birth certificate indicated that Jimmy Dale Crowe was female. Jim always argued that point, but his family still enjoyed teasing him about that.
He grew up in Missouri with a younger brother Jerry and even younger sister Janice. Summers saw him riding with his father, a long distance truck driver. They made wagers as to how long it would take them to drive to their destinations; the winner choosing what they would eat for their next meal.....his father was good at this game and as a result Jim learned to love scrambled eggs with ketchup. The family moved to central Florida when Jim was a senior in high school. His brother hated Florida and ended up returning to Missouri as soon as he graduated high school. Jim kinda' liked Florida. He met and married a young lady named Wyonda Sue George....and soon after Charles Stephen Crowe arrived on the scene....followed 18 months later by Vickie Allyn Crowe.
Jim was athletic.....he had played football and baseball in high school and even tried out for the St Louis Cardinals as a pitcher. I've seen numerous pictures of Jim doing handstands and walking on his hands. He had hurt his knee playing football and eventually it hurt him so bad he had to have surgery to repair the damage years of 'living with it' had caused. After the surgery the discomfort was better, but the flexibility in his knee was restricted. He still enjoyed outdoor activities....fishing, shooting, golf. He was always fishing; offshore, coastal, freshwater; it didn't matter to him. I remember going shooting with him; he had an old lever action .22 rifle and he could throw a bottle cap in the air and shoot it before it hit the ground.
For years after his knee surgery he continued to enjoy bowling; and he was good at it. He had worked at a bowling alley, gave lessons and even bowled 2 perfect 300 games, bowling 12 strikes in a row in league play on 2 different occasions. Eventually his knees got so bad he had to give up bowling. And 40 years later his knees forced him to give up golf as well, but not before he scored 2 Hole in One's! He absolutely loved golf. He golfed every Wednesday....going into work several hours early so he could get off to play golf in the afternoon. And if he could talk Sue into it, he would golf every weekend at least once, maybe twice; both Saturday and Sunday. He loved going on trips to the mountains with some of his buddies for golf marathons, 2 or 3 rounds a day for several days in a row. He even played an entire round of golf without a knee. An infection following knee replacement surgery resulted in having to remove the infected prosthesis and leave him without a knee joint for several weeks while treating the remaining infection in his body. He decided that with his knee securely wrapped he could probably hit a golf ball. And he was right. He played 18 holes. My golfing buddies called him 'Sharky'. 20 years older than most of us, bad knees, both hips replaced, tri-focal glasses, he was still hard to beat on the golf course. Everybody wanted him on their team when a bet or bragging rights were on the line. Jim would tell them he had never lost a golfing bet....."If I lost the game, I just refused to pay" he would joke. He was fearless on the putting green. He would crush putts that would have rolled 30' past the hole if he missed.....but they always seemed to hit the center of the cup.
Over the years Jim worked at Holler Chevrolet in Orlando, FL, Glenn Joiner and Sons in Winter Garden and Winter Garden Lanes before he began working at the Post Office. He delivered mail, worked behind the counter and eventually was promoted to Assistant Post Master, Winter Garden. After that he was chosen as Officer in Charge in Ocoee, FL before being selected as Postmaster in Winter Garden where he continued to work until he retired after 30+ years with the postal system.
When he was 45 he and Sue bought 2 acres on a lake and acting as his own General Contractor proceeded to build a house with views of the lake from every room. Once the slab was poured and block walls were up, he along with family and friends installed the rafters, roof decking, shingles and windows; he framed the walls, hung drywall and paneling; did all the masonry to install Florida field stone on the interior and exterior of the fire place; before painting the house inside and out. This was his home for the next 38 years.
A few years before he retired, while on vacation in North Carolina he and Sue bought several lots on a mountain along the Blue Ridge Parkway as an investment or possibly a future vacation home. When he got home the realtor called to inform him that 1 of the 6 lots was already sold and offered to refund his money for the 1 lot or trade him another lot in the same area. He took the trade. The next trip there he discovered the replacement lot sat just above a natural crevice in the mountain giving him a dramatic view into the valley below and sunrises every morning. He decided this was the lot for a vacation cabin. The next year on another vacation trip he started talking to contractors about building a cabin, showing them sketches of a cabin he had drawn from pictures he'd seen. About 6 months later the contractor called telling Jim that he needed a 'draw' in order to continue work. "Continue work on what?" Jim asked. The contractor told him they'd already dynamited the excess stone to make room for a basement, built the foundation and constructed exterior walls and roof rafters....they had about 1/2 the cabin completed.....all with no contract, formal plans or approvals from Jim. The contractor had assumed Jim's sketches and preliminary discussions about future construction were enough to proceed with building the cabin. The cabin turned out great, even if it was unexpected. Once he retired he and Sue started spending 6 months on the lake in Florida and 6 months at the cabin in the mountains.
Jim's other interests including painting and woodworking before moving into stained glass. Jim started making stained glass pieces of art; lampshades, window inserts, bowls, sun catchers and many others. First it was for fun, then people started requesting special custom pieces. He would create these pieces for the cost of the materials, no labor; he would even barter stained glass pieces for such things as tree removal and jobs too big for him to do personally.
Easter 2014 Jim was sitting at home watching TV when he suffered a stroke. The stroke left him without the use of his right arm or leg; a vocabulary of about 14 words; and the inability to effectively communicate. On Monday, March 18, 2018 Jim Crowe passed away in his sleep. Married for 65 years to his high school sweetheart, Sue; 2 children, Steve and Vickie; 2 grandchildren, Doug and Chris; and 2 great grandchildren, Tristyn and Greyson, and a 3rd great grandchild on the way.
These are just a few of the things I remember about Jim. He was my 'Go To' guy when I needed help. Someone I could go to lunch with when I was having a bad day and just needed a little pick me up. A sounding board to discuss ideas. The person I trusted when I needed advice. I will miss Sharky.
My friends called him Sharky. I called him Dad.
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The 7 Year Hitch
Merry Christmas everyone. I hope your Christmas is fun, relaxing and safe. And that your New Year is healthy and happy.
Joan and I find ourselves back in Boulder City, NV this holiday season, volunteering at Lake Mead NRA until March 2018. We have volunteered here 5 times; the 1st time in 2013 doing maintenance at Echo Bay marina and the other 4 as Road Monitors out of Boulder Beach. If you haven't figured it out by now, we kinda' like it here in the winter. The volunteer campground has 19 sites; this year with 8 returning couples. It's kind of like 'coming home' and seeing our family when we're here. Every once in a while, a couple misses a season (like we did last year), but there is a core group that has been coming as long as we have; Liz and Bob - originally from this area with family here and in new England; Barb and Bill - from Wisconsin wintering here in between family in Montana and California; Daryl and Barb - staying warm waiting for the snow to melt in Colorado; Ginny and Don - our role models, well into their social security years physically but still teenagers at heart, in their 11th RV over the years, planning a 25 day Mediterranean cruise in 2018 and Alaska in 2019. Energizer Rabbits, both of them; Leslie and Chris - with 2 RV's, 5th wheel for living, truck camper for short trips. New couples Bob & Dawn, Malcolm & Sheree and Glen & Gina just finding out what winters in Lake Mead are all about; Temps range between the 30's and low 70's, sunshine and no clouds for weeks at a time; and a great location to explore Utah, Arizona, Nevada and Vegas.
The 7 year Hitch.......yes, we're now into our 7th year living full time in our RV. We moved full-time into our 2005 Monaco Knight in October of 2011, and after 6 months we left Florida in March of 2012 headed to our 1st workamping gig in Mt Hood National Forest, Oregon. Since then we've worked in Colorado, South Dakota, Utah, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada and New Hampshire. We've visited dozens of National Parks, Monuments, Recreation areas and State Parks. We've met hundreds of new people, many of which that have become close friends. We continue to be amazed about the 'connections' and coincidences encountered as we travel; example - fellow full-timer friends that called to tell us about meeting a couple at an overlook in California and while visiting with them at their campsite later that night and sharing stories about the RV lifestyle discovered that their daughters had worked with us mapping BLM roads the summer of 2015....small world!
Our 'Train' as Joan likes to call it
Things are changing for us in Year 7. We sold our 2005 Monaco and bought a 2014 Entergra Anthem 42DEQ; Joan is no longer following me in the car while I pull a 12' motorcycle trailer with the RV; rather she's riding up front with me (and driving at times) while we pull a 24' trailer carrying our jeep and motorcycle; we're also volunteering year-round giving us more flexibility in where we work and how long we work at each location. In 2018 we will be working at Sullys Hill National Game Preserve near Devils Lake, North Dakota; our first time volunteering with the Fish & Wildlife service. We're working on our plans for 2019 with a tentative nod to work at a fish hatchery in Washington or possibly a National Forest in Idaho. We spoke to a Forest ranger about working in Coconino National Forest in Arizona in future years and we've still got thousands of locations in the midwest and north central US to consider in the future.
Joan and I had no idea what this lifestyle would be like when we started in 2012. Some things worked like we thought; others, not so much. We have been continually surprised and excited about the things we see and do; the people and friends we meet and share our life with; and the adventures we find ourselves engaged in unexpectedly. People have asked us where or when we'll settle down. We don't know. Neither of us can imagine a life where we are static; in one place. We intend to travel more, explore more and to learn more. We intend to seek out more adventure and new friends. And to share our life via the blog more often.
We enjoy unexpected surprises, phone calls and knocks on our door. We encourage phone calls from family, friends and acquaintances to catch up on what's going on; emails or calls from folks curious about a place we've visited or a job opportunity we've experienced. And we enjoy sharing our adventures with friends. Don't hesitate to call or stop by anytime. Or 'Friend' us on Facebook and enjoy the 100's of photos Joan has posted. Enjoy the New Year.
Color, Sox, Football, Chief, Secretary and Moose.....What's Next?
Kancamagus Highway, NH
The color is really starting to show as we make our way through the White Mountain National Forest here in New Hampshire. The locals are telling us the color appears to be early this year, maybe peaking within the next 7-10 days. Joan posted that the color was becoming a job hazard as she was having a hard time focusing on the job at hand; rather she was looking around and snapping pictures as if there was no tomorrow.
With only a few weeks left in our volunteer position we're trying to take in as many sites as possible. 2 weeks ago we drove east into Maine and spent the day driving along the coast. Lots of small inlets and bays; checked out LL Bean (Joan picked up some hiking boots); and a colorful sunset.
On the way home the next day I told Joan I was taking her somewhere she had always wanted to go.......Norway!
Along the same route we visited......
...Sweden.......
...Poland...
.....and Paris!
I even managed to take her through Russia! An international trip right here in the good ole' USA. Might get Hubby of the Year points for this trip.
Last week was really busy with a trip into Boston. We managed to swing tickets for a Red Sox game...
The 'Sox' won 6-1 over the Blue Jays
. Wahoo!
The next day we took a trolley and harbor tour of the city.....
...including a walk thru of Old Ironsides, the USS Constitution.
After a quick 2 days in Boston we headed west (yes, west) to New York. Joan's nephew Colby plays football for the University of Richmond Spiders. They were playing Colgate University in Hamilton, New York.
#92, Colby normally plays Tackle, but for this game they changed things up and had him as Defensive Center. He played Tackle the previous week in Houston and won 'Defensive Player of Game', so this week Golgate usually had him double-teamed. He played almost every defensive play and the Spiders ended up winning 20-17.
Forest Chief Tooke
and Smokey
I've said it before, and it's still true....you just never know who or what you're going to run into in this lifestyle. A few years ago in Wyoming, while mapping roads for BLM we were asked by one of the local ranch owners to show him where we would be crossing his land to complete some GPS points. We met him for coffee and after a little show and tell, he gave us permission to cross his ranch. As we were leaving the coffee shop we noticed how popular he seemed to be with our waitress, so we asked why he was so popular. "Mark is the State Treasurer for Wyoming" was the answer we got. Well it happened again. The Forest Supervisor for White Mountain NF retired this summer. We were invited to attend the Induction Ceremony for the new Supervisor (or so we thought). We show up for the event only to realize it wasn't the Supervisor who was being inducted, rather it was the Chief of Forest, Tony Tooke who is responsible for all the National Forests.
Then to top it off, we met the Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue who was in attendance to swear him into office. I guess my mom was right when she said to always wear clean underwear and be on your best manners! Joan's BFF Terri who lives in Seattle once worked for Sonny, so we took a pic and sent it on to her.
And then there's the wildlife......we managed to snap this shot as we were working one day.
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Home | Job Postings | Climate Change Jobs
Position: Programme Manager
Organization: Powering Past Coal Alliance
Location: anywhere in Canada
The Powering Past Coal Alliance (PPCA) is a coalition of national and sub-national governments, businesses and organisations working to advance the transition from unabated coal power generation to clean energy.
The Powering Past Coal Alliance is recruiting for a Programme Manager who will lead the administration and management of the PPCA secretariat, working closely with the Communications Manager. The role holder will work directly with members and partners in the practical delivery of the Alliance’s strategic objectives. This is a dynamic position requiring a role holder who can engage on both substance and delivery.
Job location: Flexible, London preferred.
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.
Contract: Initial one-year contract, with intention of renewal.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 17 January 2021.
The PPCA is seeking to recruit an experienced staff member with at least five years of professional experience. The following job description sets out the envisaged role and responsibilities, however there is flexibility as to how these will be ultimately confirmed: https://poweringpastcoal.org/assets/docs/news/PPCA_Recruitment_January_2021_-_Programme_Manager.pdf
The ideal candidate will have the ability to:
Use strong organisation and planning skills to deliver an efficient and reliable secretariat that can operate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Engage, develop and sustain strong relationships with a range of networks, institutions, and key individuals across governments, business, and civil society.
Carry out multiple administrative tasks with strong attention to detail and efficiency, using standard software packages at an advanced level.
Communicate effectively with political and diplomatic tact.
Essential Experience:
Proven background in international climate and / or energy.
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Desirable Experience:
Familiarity with the coal power generation sector.
Previous experience in secretariat and / or government roles, including diplomatic protocol.
Additional languages welcome, particularly French.
Interested applicants should submit a one page cover letter and maximum two page CV, combined into one document. Candidates should include details of their availability for starting the role, an indication of expected salary levels, and contact details of at least two nominated referees.
Documents should be submitted by email to: secretariat@poweringpastcoal.org by close of Sunday 17 January 2021. Please title the Subject of your email: Application – PPCA PM – Surname.
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Interviews will take place in January 2021 via video call.
More information: https://poweringpastcoal.org/news/PPCA-news/ppca-secretariat-recruitment-december-2020
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Cork punish wasteful Dubs to stay unbeaten
Friends of Dublin Hurling March 29, 2010 0 0
Dublin 1-11 Cork 0-17
By Brendan O’Brien
CORK remain the only unbeaten side in Division One of the NHL after this trip to the capital but they should probably send a ‘Thank You’ card Dublin’s way after yesterday afternoon’s fifth round clash.
Dublin were more than a match for the Munster side, just as they were the weekend before when it was Kilkenny who paid Donnycarney a visit, but Anthony Daly’s men were the architects of their own demise on both occasions.
However Cork now have one foot in the final while Dublin have only crisis-hit Limerick and two points standing between them and second tier hurling next spring with two rounds left to play.
Cork finished with a dozen wides of their own but they had no such issues for most of the first-half and, in Pat Horgan, they had the game’s outstanding player.
The Glen Rovers man finished with six points, all of them from play and each one was a little gem in its own right. It was a performance made all the more impressive for being carved out from a fairly limited supply.
“He was in form last Sunday as well,” said manager Denis Walsh, “and maybe the Sunday before that so he is going well. He is probably showing the ability that he has. He has got very strong physically as well. He has everything.”
Elsewhere Shane O’Neill was imperious at the back, popping up all over the place in a fire-fighting role, Tom Kenny kept the engine running in midfield while Cathal Naughton worked hard for his three points and more besides.
Some of the veterans, like Sean Óg O h’Ailpín and Ben O’Connor, were below what would be considered par for them however and Walsh still has to fasten on to the best combination for the GAA’s latest twin towers.
Yesterday, Aisake O h’Ailpín started at 11 and Michael Cussen at 14. Cussen was largely peripheral, unlike against Waterford the week before, while O h’Ailpín scored a point and caught a few high balls at dotted intervals.
Walsh pointed out that it will take more “trial and error” before he solves that particular conundrum but he already has 11 of his championship 15 accounted for in his head and it was a pretty strong selection he sent out in Donnycarney.
However, the spring’s experimentation extended to Aidan Ryan at wing-back and Graham Callinan who started in midfield in place of Naughton, who in turn switched to wing-forward to slot in for the injured Niall McCarthy.
Dublin made a trio of positional changes from the off, chief of which was the move of captain Stephen Hiney to centre-back from the wing to shadow Aisake O h’Ailpín and the opening exchanges were tight.
The sides were level four times before Cork upped a gear to rattle off a quartet of unanswered points before the interval and they were 0-11 to 0-6 to the good 10 minutes after the restart. The entire afternoon had been pockmarked with Dublin’s bad choices going forward but they managed to pull the lead back to a more manageable two points before Cork extended it back to five.
That looked to be that until McCrabbe found the top corner of the Cork net with a stunning volley on the stroke of full-time that left the minimum in it but a monster point from Horgan and another from Luke O’Farrell sealed the result.
“To be going in down at half-time, it was hard to pick it up but they did, in fairness to them,” said Anthony Daly who admitted some “crazy wides” had cost his side a badly needed win. But they kept believing right to the end.”
Scorers for Dublin: A McCrabbe 1-4 (0-4f), P Ryan 0-2, J McCaffrey 0-2, S Durkin 0-1, D Treacy 0-1, K Flynn 0-1.
Scorers for Cork: P Horgan 0-6, B O’Connor 0-4f, C Naughton 0-3, T Kenny 0-1, A O h’Ailpin 0-1, P O’Sullivan 0-1, M O’Sullivan 0-1, L O’Farrell 0-1.
Subs for Dublin: S Lambert for Ryan (42), K Flynn for O’Callaghan (42), P Ryan for Kelly (57), S Ryan for Treacy (65), P Carton for Rushe (66).
Subs for Cork: J O’Connor for Callinan (55), J Gardiner for Sean Og O h’Ailpin (55), L O’Farrell for O’Sullivan (56), M O’Sullivan for Cussen (62).
Referee: B Gavin (Offaly).
This story appeared in the printed version of the Irish Examiner Monday, March 29, 2010
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Foot & Mouth Disease - Armenia (03): (Gelark'Unik') bovine, suspected, request for information
Posted: 20 July, 2016
<p>Published Date: 2016-07-19 14:04:49<br>
Subject: PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Armenia (03): (GR) bovine, suspected, RFI<br>
Archive Number: 20160719.4354933</p>
<p>FOOT & MOUTH DISEASE - ARMENIA(03): (GELARK'UNIK') BOVINE, SUSPECTED, REQUEST FOR INFORMATION<br>
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Date: Thu 14 Jul 2016, 13:29<br>
Source: HETQ, Investigative Journalists [edited]<br>
http://hetq.am/eng/news/69141/foot-and-mouth-disease-reported-in-geghark...
Residents in several communities in Armenia's Gegharkounik [Gelark'unik'] Province say their animals are displaying symptoms of foot-and-mouth disease, a highly contagious ailment almost exclusive to cattle, sheep, swine and other cloven-hoofed animals. Veterinary and health officials say they have no such information.<br>
Humans, who seldom contract the disease, may be carriers, as may rats, dogs, birds, wild animals, and frozen meats. Symptoms of the disease (also known as hoof-and-mouth disease) have been reported in Artanish, Djil, Aghberk, Shorzha, Drakhtik and Tchambarak.<br>
Aghberk Mayor Vasil Aghasaryan told Hetq that the disease hasn't affected his community. "No, no. There were just 2 animals in the upper neighborhood and they were treated. That was 1 month ago. It's all clear now. You can check if you want. Neighboring communities may have the disease. I don't know."<br>
Despite Aghasaryan's denials, the mayor from the nearby community of Shorzha says that the disease spread from Aghberk. Shorzha Mayor Souliko Shoushanyan said that the disease reared its head 1 month ago but has since dissipated. "It was rampant 1 month ago. It surfaced in the nearby community. Certain animals were culled and others were treated. The scope of the disease has since decreased. Some animals are still being treated," Shoushanyan told Hetq. Shoushanyan says that around 18 animals currently have the disease in Shorzha and claims that the contagion emanated from Aghberk, located 3 kilometers away.<br>
Djil Mayor Mikayel Gharibyan said his community hasn't been affected and that only Aghberk and Shorzha were. Artanish Mayor Karen Shoushanyan disagrees, claiming that while his community has been spared, Djil, Drakhtik Aghberk and Shorzha weren't so lucky.<br>
If the disease is confirmed by laboratory testing, the concern is that the meat from sick animals will find its way to local markets where it will be sold cheaply.<br>
Armen Avagyan, who heads the "Veterinary and Phytosanitary Service Center", told Hetq that animals had been previously vaccinated and that his organization isn't aware of any foot-and-mouth cases in Gegharkounik.<br>
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[Gegharkunik (Gelark'unik') Province is located at the eastern part of Armenia, bordering Azerbaijan and the Shahumyan Region of Nagorno-Karabakh Republic.<br>
Armenia has recently presented its updated FMD situation to the participants of the 7th Annual Roadmap Meeting for FMD control, held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 6-8 Apr 2016. The presentation, including details of the recent (Dec 2015-Jan 2016) outbreak caused by FMD virus serotype А, genetic line A/G-VII (a virus which has spread from India into various countries in the Middle East; see 20160119.3948935). Armenia applies, according to the presentation, an extensive vaccination program, using a trivalent vaccine in cattle, composed of A Iran 05 A/G-VII, O PanAsia2 and Asia1 Sidnh 08. It is scheduled to vaccinate the entire cattle population of the country; small ruminants (sheep and goats) are vaccinated in the risk zone. Countrywide vaccination in cattle is applied, reportedly, in spring and autumn; calves (up to 18 months) are vaccinated 3 times during this period. Small ruminants are expected to be vaccinated once a year in the risk areas (near the borders, cattle markets, migration routes).<br>
For further details, please refer to the Armenian presentation available at http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/eufmd/Roadmap_2016/2-3_Armenia_...
Armenia belongs to the West Eurasia Regional Roadmap group of countries which includes also Afghanistan,, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. This is one of 5 regional projects included in the Progressive Control Pathway for Foot and Mouth Disease (PCP-FMD), developed by FAO to assist and facilitate couAzerbaijanntries where FMD is still endemic to progressively reduce the impact of FMD and the load of FMD virus. The PCP-FMD, has been adopted by FAO as a working tool in the design of FMD country (and some regional) control programs, and following consultation it has become a joint FAO/OIE tool. The PCP-FMD is expected to form the backbone of the Global FAO/OIE Strategy for the Control of FMD. The countries in the West Eurasia Roadmap group belong to FMD virus pool 3 (FMDV serotypes O, A, Asia 1). A world map showing the 5 regional groups and their status on the roadmap is available in slide 39 of the presentation "FMD Progressive Control Pathway (PCP-FMD)" by Gunel Ismayilova, discussed during the recent meeting in Bishkek<br>
http://www.fao.org/fileadmin/user_upload/eufmd/Roadmap_2016/1-0_G-Ismayl...
The PCP-FMD is a set of FMD control activity stages that, if implemented, should enable countries to progressively increase the level of FMD control to the point where an application for OIE-endorsement of a national control program vaccination (in an advanced phase of Stage 3) or official freedom from FMD with or without vaccination (end of Stages 4 and 5, respectively) may be successful and the status sustainable.<br>
The stages are:<br>
- Stage 1: focus - "To gain an understanding of the epidemiology of FMD in the country and develop a risk-based approach to reduce the impact of FMD".<br>
- Stage 2: focus -"To implement risk based control measures such that the impact of FMD is reduced in 1 or more livestock sectors and/or in 1 or more zones".<br>
- Stage 3: focus - "Progressive reduction in outbreak incidence followed by elimination of FMDV circulation in domestic animals in at least 1 zone of the country".<br>
- Stage 4: focus - "To maintain 'zero tolerance' of FMD within the country/zone and eventually achieve OIE recognition of 'FMD free with vaccination'".<br>
- Stage 5: focus - "To maintain 'zero incidence' of FMD within the country/zone and eventually achieve OIE recognition of 'FMD free without vaccination'".<br>
Armenia, as most countries in its group, is still a "Stage 2" country, as shown on the map presented in slide 56 of the presentation of Gunel Ismayilova, referred to above (note that Kazakhstan, a "stage 2" country in 2014, entered in 2015 the OIE pathway for recognition of an FMD-free zone without vaccination).<br>
For the presentations of the other regional countries and for additional information pertaining to the recent FMD situation and relevant surveillance and control activities in the West Eurasia region, subscribers are referred to http://www.fao.org/ag/againfo/commissions/eufmd/commissions/eufmd-home/r...
Further information from knowledgeable sources on the above report will be appreciated. - Mod.AS<br>
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SCHEDULE 13D
(Rule 13d-101)
INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT
TO § 240.13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO
§ 240.13d-2(a)
(Amendment No. 5)1
HC2 Holdings, Inc.
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share
MICHAEL GORZYNSKI
595 Madison Avenue, 29th Floor
ANDREW FREEDMAN, ESQ.
(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person
Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box ¨.
Note: Schedules filed in paper format shall include a signed original and five copies of the schedule, including all exhibits. See § 240.13d-7 for other parties to whom copies are to be sent.
1 The remainder of this cover page shall be filled out for a reporting person’s initial filing on this form with respect to the subject class of securities, and for any subsequent amendment containing information which would alter disclosures provided in a prior cover page.
The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).
CUSIP No. 404139107
1 NAME OF REPORTING PERSON
PERCY ROCKDALE LLC
2 CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX IF A MEMBER OF A GROUP (a) ☐
(b) ☐
4 SOURCE OF FUNDS
5 CHECK BOX IF DISCLOSURE OF LEGAL PROCEEDINGS IS REQUIRED PURSUANT TO ITEM 2(d) OR 2(e) ☐
NUMBER OF 7 SOLE VOTING POWER
BENEFICIALLY - 0 -
OWNED BY 8 SHARED VOTING POWER
REPORTING 5,048,755*
PERSON WITH 9 SOLE DISPOSITIVE POWER
10 SHARED DISPOSITIVE POWER
5,048,755*
11 AGGREGATE AMOUNT BENEFICIALLY OWNED BY EACH REPORTING PERSON
12 CHECK BOX IF THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT IN ROW (11) EXCLUDES CERTAIN SHARES ☐
13 PERCENT OF CLASS REPRESENTED BY AMOUNT IN ROW (11)
14 TYPE OF REPORTING PERSON
* Includes an additional 82,459 shares not previously reported, which Percy Rockdale LLC would have been previously issued pursuant to the exercise of its oversubscription privilege in the Issuer’s rights offering but for an administrative error on the part of the Issuer’s transfer agent.
RIO ROYAL LLC
REPORTING 24,462
MG CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LTD.
BENEFICIALLY - 0 -*
REPORTING 5,073,217
- 0 -*
* Excludes 33,747 shares of Common Stock granted to Mr. Gorzynski personally as a director of the Issuer, which are not currently vested and do not vest within the next 60 days.
The following constitutes Amendment No. 5 to the Schedule 13D filed by the undersigned (“Amendment No. 5”). This Amendment No. 5 amends the Schedule 13D as specifically set forth herein.
Item 3. Source and Amount of Funds or Other Consideration.
Item 3 is hereby amended and restated to read as follows:
All of the Shares to which this Statement relates were purchased on behalf of the Reporting Persons using the investment capital of the respective Reporting Persons. The aggregate amount of funds used for the purchase of the securities held by the Reporting Persons reported herein was approximately $11,428,612.15, excluding commissions.
Item 4. Purpose of Transaction.
Item 4 is hereby amended to add the following:
On December 8, 2020, an affiliate of the Reporting Persons submitted an indication of interest to the Board of the Issuer, for discussion purposes, with respect to the potential acquisition of Continental Insurance Group Ltd. and its indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries Continental General Insurance Company and Continental LTC Inc. for total consideration of approximately $90 million, consisting of a mix of cash and securities (the “Indication of Interest”). The terms and conditions of the Indication of Interest remain subject to discussion with the disinterested directors on the Board and the satisfactory conduct and completion of due diligence, among other things. Prior to the receipt of the Indication of Interest, the Board granted a waiver of certain standstill provisions contained in the Cooperation Agreement, dated as of May 13, 2020, as amended, by and among the Issuer and certain of the Reporting Persons. The Indication of Interest is preliminary in nature, and there is no assurance that the Indication of Interest will lead to any proposal or binding offer, that any definitive agreement will be signed or that any transaction will be consummated, and the terms of any such transaction (including, without limitation, the consideration therefor), if consummated, may be materially different from those currently under discussion.
Item 5. Interest in Securities of the Issuer.
Items 5 is hereby amended and restated to read as follows:
(a)-(b) The aggregate percentage of shares of Common Stock reported owned is based upon 76,070,095 shares of Common Stock, which is, upon information and belief, the amount of outstanding Common Stock as of November 20, 2020. This figure reflects the sum of (i) 47,353,275 shares of Common Stock outstanding as of October 31, 2020, as reported in the Issuer’s Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 9, 2020 plus, (ii) 28,716,8201 shares of Common Stock, which, upon advice from the Issuer’s Chief Legal Officer, is the amount of new shares offered and issued in connection with the Issuer’s 2020 Rights Offering (as defined below).
1 This number reflects the addition of the 82,459 shares as referenced above.
As of the date hereof, Percy Rockdale beneficially owned 5,048,755 Shares, constituting approximately 6.6% of the Shares outstanding. As of the date hereof, Rio Royal beneficially owned 24,462 Shares, constituting less than 1% of the Shares outstanding. By virtue of its relationship with Rio Royal discussed in further detail in Item 2, MG Capital Management may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of the Shares owned directly by Rio Royal. By virtue of his relationships with Percy Rockdale and Rio Royal discussed in further detail in Item 2, Mr. Gorzynski may be deemed to beneficially own the Shares owned directly by each of Percy Rockdale and Rio Royal. Percy Rockdale and Mr. Gorzynski have shared voting and dispositive power over the shares of Common Stock directly held by Percy Rockdale. Rio Royal, MG Capital Management and Mr. Gorzynski have shared voting and dispositive power over the shares of Common Stock directly held by Rio Royal.
(c) The Reporting Persons acquired the following shares as a result of subscription rights which were issued to the Reporting Persons in connection with the Issuer’s previously announced $65 million common stock rights offering (the “2020 Rights Offering”), which concluded on November 20, 2020. Every one (1) subscription right entitled the Reporting Person to purchase 0.5462 shares of the Issuer’s common stock at a subscription price per full share of $2.27, plus oversubscription privileges at the same per-share price. The Reporting Persons exercised their oversubscription privileges and were accordingly allocated additional shares of Common Stock.
Reporting Person Number of Shares
Percy Rockdale LLC 2,244,6182
Rio Royal LLC 14,462
The foregoing description of the 2020 Rights Offering is qualified in its entirety to the Issuer’s Current Reports on Form 8-K filed on (i) October 7, 2020 and (ii) November 23, 2020, which are incorporated herein by reference. Interested persons are encouraged to read those reports for additional information.
Except as disclosed above, none of the Reporting Persons have entered into any transactions involving the Common Stock since the filing of Amendment No. 4 to the Schedule 13D.
As of the date hereof, the Reporting Persons beneficially own an aggregate of 5,073,217 Shares, constituting approximately 6.7% of the outstanding Shares. Each Reporting Person, may be deemed to be a member of a “group” with the other Reporting Persons for the purposes of Section 13(d)(3) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, may be deemed the beneficial owner of the Shares directly owned by the other Reporting Persons. Each Reporting Person disclaims the formation of a group and the beneficial ownership of such Shares except to the extent of his or its pecuniary interest therein.
(d) No Person other than the Reporting Persons has the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of distributions or dividends from, or the proceeds from the transfer of, the reported securities.
(e) Not applicable.
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of his knowledge and belief, each of the undersigned certifies that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
Dated: December 10 2020
By: /s/ Michael Gorzynski
Name: Michael Gorzynski
Title: Sole Manager
Title: Sole Director
/s/ Michael Gorzynski
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Performing in talent shows led to a recording contract with Ariola/BMG at age 17. The former has received writing credits for songs like Kanye West's "Ultralight Beam," Rihanna's "Umbrella," Beyoncé's "Partition," Snoop Dogg's "Gangsta Luv," and JAY-Z's "Heaven." Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin stated Amos Garrett as one of his favorite American guitar players in … Jay Z and Beyonce are going viral today after legendary Atlanta producer Sean Garrett blasted his former friend The Dream - and said The Dream is "s**cking on their d**k."The Dream has a very close relationship with Jay Z and Beyonce, which has lasted many years.I love Jay Z, and I love Beyonce, but I'm not out here s**king that n**gas d**k, that's what you do.But Sean's trash talk turned personal - and he brought up The Dream's relationship with Jay Z and Beyonce.During a 2016 interview with the New York Times, The-Dream explained his approach to songwriting and how he considered it a puzzle to be solved.According to Complex, "The-Dream and Garrett have contributed to some of the most popular, era-defining records of our time.
A few years later, having returned to the States, he was about to sign with Warner Bros. but its black music department was axed, killing the deal. Sean Garrett bio p2 - songwriter, producer on Interscope Records 2008. Impressed, music industry folks said he should write for other performers. エレクトロニック レコードショップ
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Sean Garrett version "Lay Up Under Me" was written by Sean Garrett, Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen and Shea Taylor, while is production was handled by Garrett and Stargate.
Keep knocking on whatever it is until you figure out how to oil the engine of a song perfectly," he said. 登録 友達
During a 2016 interview with the New York Times, The-Dream explained his approach to songwriting and how he considered it a puzzle to be solved.
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He began writing songs again, recorded a few, and friendly radio program directors played them.
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If you caught The-Dream & Sean Garrett’s legendary R&Beat Battle on IG Live this past weekend, you noticed them leaning heavily on Beyoncé’s biggest hits in very predictable moments that stirred up inevitable debates about the Queen’s oft-questioned songwriting ability.
"Sean Garrett and The Dream were preparing to have an Instagram DJ battle last night - and the two started trash talking each other before hand.I'm not out here tap dancing for none of these n**gas.
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49-year-old James Lynx was an officer (LEV pilot) in the United Nations global army, one day he received notification that his wife—a Martian scientist—was killed during a lab experiment. Hateful and resentful for letting her go, his children blamed him and cast him aside, depressed and in despair, James quit the military and took up a job as a transporter between Earth and Mars, he had some slight hope of his wife still being alive and to find her he wanted to be out there. After a few years, he seemed to have given up all hope and turned to drinking, until one day he receives an orbital frame by the name of "Delorez," sent by his dead wife. Once again, he dares to hope and sets off on a wild and wacky adventure to find the truth and to reunite his family.
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Massive Assault Network 2 Update Released
Massive Assault Network 2 Demo Tourney
MASSIVE ASSAULT NETWORK 2 PATCHED TO VERSION 2.0.263
answers to the most common questions
Is Massive Assault Network 2 RTS or turn-based strategy?
What are playable sides?
What is "Balance"?
How many maps are available?
How many units are there in the game, and what unit types are available?
How do I change (increase) the monitor refresh rate and screen resolution?
What are "Secret Allies"?
What is a "Guerrilla"?
What are the turn's Phases?
If I change my mind and want my unit (which has already moved and fired) to move to another place or fire at another target - what should I do?
It seems that my units can fire at multiple targets - I can select my unit, which has already fired, and fire at another enemy unit - what's going on?
What is the difference between UNDO and REWIND functions?
I selected the "Don't show this message again" option after reading a message box with explanations which popped up during the game, and now it seems that I am missing some important gaming info. Can I retrieve those messages?
Why do enemy units sometimes regain their lives?
What are those red circles around units?
What are the terrain types in Massive Assault Network?
What is the difference between the folded and unfolded flags over the cities?
I have invaded a Neutral country and destroyed all enemy Guerrilla units - why don't I get Revenue?
I have captured a Neutral country and occupied the capital, why don't I get Indemnity?
What does the "Possible" label mean (in the "Alliance" spot in the right-hand control panel)?
What are Neutral countries? And how can I be sure that a country is 100% Neutral?
If I invade an enemy Secret Ally, does he/she have to disclose it?
How do I select a Bomber?
Can I save Disclosure money for future turns? What about Guerrilla and Treasury money?
I invade a Neutral country and immediately occupy the capital - why can't I get the Revenue?
How do I establish Control in a country?
How can I get to know if a particular enemy unit will be able to fire at my unit?
Can I see the entire map grid?
How can I see distance between any two hexes on the map?
Problem: Any VISUAL APPEARANCE PROBLEMS, for example: the game starts in a small window, or textures and/or colors are messed up, or any other graphics glitches, or the game just doesn't start.
Problem: Mouse cursor disappears.
Problem: There are obvious glitches with sound, like: static noise, the same sound repeating over and over, sounds are playing while the game is loading, or no sounds at all.
Problem: The game is running too slow.
Problem: Overall performance is good, but I have jerky camera movement; animation and/or sound are screwed up and new drivers installation did not help.
Massive Assault Network 2 is turn-based. However, it uses cutting edge 3D technology, which makes it look like RTS. Plus, the engine allows you to move a couple of units in a close sequence so that visually they move and shoot simultaneously producing RTS-style visual effects.
There are two sides in Massive Assault Network 2: "Free Nations Union" (F.N.U.) and "Phantom League". Players are free to choose which side to play in any single battle.
Balance is calculated as a ratio of your Total Control to your opponent's. Total Control is the sum of 'Secret Army' resources of the following countries:
in which you have Control
your undisclosed Secret Allies
in which Control is in dispute - i.e. there are units of both sides (counts as 50%)
However, you do not need to make the above calculations - current Balance is always displayed in the upper right corner of the game screen.
The full version of the game includes 25 maps (planets), while the demo version features only 1 planets. Due to "Secret Allies" random distribution concept each game has its unique strategic pattern and the players face new strategic challenges in each game.
Massive Assault Network 2 features 3 various set of units that player can employ during the battle: Demo, Standard and Extended. Playing with various unit sets is the unique feature of M.A.N. 2 which has not been met in previous games.
Demo unit set has just basic land units and bombers, totaling 10 units for each playable side. The Standard unit set is the one many of you have seen in Domination. It features 18 units with 3 unique units for the each side. Finally, the Extended unit set has 21 units where 3 unique units from the Standard unit set are balanced with the same units from the opposing side.
Players with lifetime subscription are able to employ any of 3 various sets of units for their battles, while demo players may use just Demo unit set.
The game features ground units (including guard towers), naval units (including carriers), aviation and transports (land, air and naval).
Click Menu, then Options then Graphic Settings and then Change Refresh Rate. From the Graphic Settings menu you can change screen resolution (anything from 800x600 up to 1600x1200) as well as adjust other visual options.
Secret Allies is the most exciting concept of Massive Assault Network 2. At the start of the battle, both players get an equal set of allied countries, which are NOT visible or known to the enemy. You can disclose any of your Secret Allies at any turn, getting a contingent of fresh troops. But you don't have to disclose all of your Secret Allies - you may keep one or a couple of them until the latest stages of the war and then unexpectedly disclose it/them, shifting the power balance to your advantage.
If your enemy invades a Neutral country or your disclosed Ally, you are given the right to raise local resistance forces or Guerrillas and place them in any part of the country. They are quite small in number, but they move and fire first, so they may be very effective for various sorts of sabotage actions, such as blocking narrow passes, occupying the capital, destroying valuable enemy units, etc.
Guerrilla Phase - you raise local resistance forces in the countries invaded by the enemy during the previous turn
Movement & Combat Phase (or just "Combat" for short) - you move your units and fire
Recruitment Phase - you collect Revenue and recruit new units in every country where you have Control
Disclosure Phase - you can disclose any one of your Secret Allies
Use the UNDO or REWIND buttons - they allow you to cancel (without any negative consequences) your unit's action(s) and redo them.
When your unit, which has already fired, fires at another target, the fire is REDIRECTED! In other words, the previous shot is cancelled (i.e. the target regains its lives) and your new target receives the fire. This is done for your convenience, so that you don't have to click REWIND or UNDO every time you changed your mind about which target to select - this allows you more flexible experimenting with your fire concentration.
What is the difference between the UNDO and REWIND functions?
The REWIND button rewinds the last unit that moved/shot. If you keep clicking REWIND, you will see the units "jumping back" in reverse order to how you moved them. UNDO can be activated when one of your units is selected - UNDO cancels the movement/shooting of this particular unit, no matter when the unit performed that action - so you don't have to rewind the whole queue of your movements.
Important Note: sometimes, after you apply UNDO to a particular unit, some other units may move back automatically - this means that the selected unit brought to its initial place blocks the movement of those other units.
Yes. Click Menu, then Options then Gameplay Settings and there you can switch those message groups on or off.
This may happen when you use the REWIND or UNDO options, or when you move or REDIRECT the fire of a unit which has already fired. All these actions lead to the cancellation of the unit's previous shot. You may always repeat your cancelled action and repeat the shot.
They show the unit's fire range.
What are the terrain types in Massive Assault Network 2?
Here is the list of the game's terrain types (with corresponding spot colors):
Blue = water
Thick Green or Thick Red - they "highlight" certain countries during Disclosure, Guerrilla or Recruitment Phases - you can click on such a country to mobilize/raise/recruit troops.
Yellow - open terrain
Orange - desert terrain
Thick Green - forest
White - road
A folded flag means that this country is your SECRET Ally - i.e. it is not disclosed yet, and your enemy does not know about it. The enemy does NOT see these folded flags and for him/her this country looks like an ordinary Neutral country.
An unfolded flag means that this country has been DISCLOSED - i.e. it is visible for both opponents, and if the enemy captures it, he/she will get the Indemnity.
You must also capture the capital (city) - that will constitute full Control.
Indemnity can be received only from a DISCLOSED enemy Ally - never from a Neutral country or undisclosed enemy Ally.
It means that this country can theoretically be the enemy's Secret Ally but you cannot tell for sure - it may turn out to be just an ordinary Neutral country.
A Neutral country is neither your Secret Ally nor your enemy. If it's not your Secret Ally - you know it for sure, of course. However, ANY Neutral country, which is not your Secret Ally may appear to be an enemy Secret Ally - that's why they are marked with "Possible" label in the "Alliance" spot.
You can be 100% sure that a particular country is NOT enemy's Secret Ally in the following cases:
If the enemy invades it - because the invasion into your own Secret Allies is not allowed
If the enemy has disclosed ALL his Secret Allies of the same economic type
Such 100% Neutral countries are marked by "Neutral" label in the "Alliance" spot.
If I invade the enemy Secret Ally, does he/she have to disclose it?
NO! Secret Allies can be kept unrevealed for as long as their owner wishes, no matter if the country is invaded or not.
To select a Bomber, which resides in the city - you should click in the CENTER OF THE CITY, not the Bomber. If there are a couple of Bombers in the city - you will be asked to select one of them. To select a Bomber, which resides on a Carrier - you should click on the Carrier.
Disclosure and Guerrilla money - NO - they cannot be saved for future turns - they must be spent entirely during the turn in progress. However, the Treasury money (collected as Revenue and Indemnity) can be left for the following turns.
There is an exceptional rule: If you invade a country and establish Control during the same turn - you will NOT get Revenue or Indemnity (if it was enemy Ally) at once - you will have to wait for the enemy to raise Guerrillas.
Two things are required to establish Control in ANY country:
NO enemy units on the territory
You control the capital (its base should be in your color).
You don't have to keep your unit inside the capital forever - once it has entered, it may leave the city.
If you keep the SHIFT button of your keyboard pressed, you may see red circles over some enemy units. Such a circle means that this enemy unit will be able to fire at the spot the mouse cursor is pointing to at that moment. Note that enemy unit's movement during the next turn is also taken into consideration!
Yes, just click Ctrl while playing.
How can I see distance between hexes on the map?
To see the distance between any two hexes just place the mouse cursor over the initial hex and press the "x" button. You will see the distance from the initial hex displayed over the mouse cursor as it moves over the map with the pressed "x" button.
Most likely you will have to upgrade your video card drivers. Below is the list of video card manufacturers with their web pages. Go to the web page of the manufacturer of your video card and download the latest version of your video card's drivers and install them. This usually fixes 99% of the graphics problem cases.
Diamond Multimedia
Edit the "settings.ini" file using Windows' standard NotePad text processor: change "SoftwareCursor =0" into "SoftwareCursor =1"
Problem: The are obvious glitches with sound, like: static noise, the same sound repeating over and over, sounds are playing while the game is loading, or no sounds at all.
The following procedure usually helps: download the latest drivers from the sound card manufacturer's web page and install the drivers. Then run Massive Assault Network 2 again.
The first time you run Massive Assault Network 2, the game is configuring all the graphic and sound parameters automatically. Sometimes this process may go wrong due to various OS- or hardware-related factors. If you feel that the game is running too slow, there are several things you can do to make it faster - select SETTINGS from the Main Menu and then select GRAPHIC SETTINGS and try to disable the following options (they are listed from higher to lower impact on performance):
Shading (turning off speed ups FPS rate 1.5-2 times)
Shadows (turning off speed ups FPS rate 1.2-1.5 times)
Effects quality (set to "low" in case of slow performance for graphics effects like explosions)
Screen resolution (select lower screen resolution if you're running game on PC with graphics card with less than 64Mb of Video memory)
Try to switch your current 'V-SYNC' option in GRAPHIC SETTINGS Menu to the opposite.
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Xylitol I’m Pretty Sure I Would Know If Reality Were Fundamentally Different Than I Perceived It To Be EP
We live in hell. Sweatpants, aggressively marketed to us on data-mining apps as we remain confined to our homes-cum-workplaces (if we’re lucky enough to not be risking COVID serving the WFH class), cost $100 for some reason. Nazi cops use the same apps to suppress resistance and target the already marginalized. I don’t know anyone at this point who’s enjoying life. I hate it, you hate it, XYLITOL from Olympia really hates it. For XYLITOL, sourdough baking and furiously donating to GoFundMes is not enough—they wrote six pogo anthems asserting their humanity and agency when it feels like no one has any. “Dim the Sun” flips the script on ATROCIOUS MADNESS’ HAARP obsession, a Dr. Evil climate change reversal fantasy that trounces any corporate carbon offsetting. “I Want a Refund” is the clear hit, a laundry list of daily indignities large and small with nary a receipt with which to return them. “(There’s Something in Your) Void” slaughters the Scandi-minimalist vapidity of contemporary design; “I Have Free Will” is a last-gasp plea for sentience against the invisible hand of the market; “Don’t Let Them Leave” would rather parade Elon Musk’s head on a pole through the commons than let him escape to Mars with wee X Æ A-12. “Crazy Frog” closes out the EP—I think it’s a love song, but honestly who knows? It’s like PRINCE on DMT. XYLITOL only has one beat, but this record is short, and I’m glad the lyrics are shrieked along to frantic pogo rather than subsumed by the infographic-industrial complex.
Reviewer Shivaun Watchorn
Label Thrilling Living
Issue MRR #451 • December 2020
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Savannah And Charleston Suspended In 6th Due To Rain
By Wally Murphy
On Sunday, the final game of the four game series between the Savannah Sand Gnats and the Charleston RiverDogs at Grayson Stadium, was suspended due to heavy rains and lighting with the RiverDogs leading 8-3 in the top of the sixth inning. The game will be resumed on April 23 in Charleston.
Savannah scored two runs in the bottom of the 2nd inning to take an early 2-0 lead. Stefan Sabol walked, and after a wild pitch moved him to second, and a Tomas Nido single moved him to third, Sabol scored on a Wuilmer Becerra RBI single. With two outs, Nido scores on a throwing error by RiverDogs Alvaro Noriega, on a pickoff attempt.
Charleston answered back with a run in the top of the 3rd inning, when Brandon Thomas, who walked to lead-off the inning, scored on a ground out by Abiatal Avelino.
In the 5th inning, Savannah scored a run to extend their lead to 3-1, when Jonathan Johnson doubled and then scored on a John Mora single.
The RiverDogs scored seven more runs in the top of the 6th to lead an 8-3 lead before the rains came to stop the game. Charleston scored all their runs on two doubles, two singles and three bases loaded walks.
Whats Next for the Sand Gnats:
Savannah plays a three game series with the Rome Braves starting at 7:05 pm Monday at Grayson Stadium.
Editor’s Note: Wally Murphy is a season ticket holder for the Savannah Sand Gnats and covers all home games for Legends on Deck.
Wally Murphy
Wally is a huge fan of the Savannah Sand Gnats, Class A affiliate of the NY Mets. Wally has been a ticket holder since 2005 and he shares his passion for the team through his writing, while catching nearly every home game. Wally is also a contributing writer for MetsMinors.net. He loves to connect with the many fans of the game as he follows the Mets minor league prospects.
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The Prologue November 7 / November 20
The Prologue from Ohrid: Lives of Saints by Saint Nikolai Velimirovič for Old Calendar date November 7, and New Calendar date November 20.
The Holy Martyr Hieron and his companions. The Holy Martyr Thessalonica with Auctus and Taurion. The Venerable Lazarus of Galesius. Homily on the dark paths of mankind before and apart from Christ.
1. The Holy Martyr Hieron and his companions
Hieron was born in Tyana in Cappadocia of a good and devout mother, Stratonika, who was blind. Hieron was a very zealous Christian and served his blind mother with great filial love. For two reasons he did not wish to join the army, and he resisted and drove off those who had been sent to take him. Hieron was loath to leave his helpless mother, and it was grievous for him even to consider that, as a soldier, he would be compelled to offer sacrifices to idols. Finally, Hieron was arrested along with other Christians, and they were all taken before the eparch of the town of Melitene. While they were still on the road, a man clad in a brilliant white garment appeared to Hieron one night and said: ``Behold, Hieron, I proclaim salvation to you: you shall not wage war for an earthly king, but for the Heavenly King you will complete your struggle, and you shall soon come to Him to receive honor and glory.'' At this, Hieron's heart was filled with inexpressible joy. In Melitene they were all thrown into prison and Hieron, with great zeal, strengthened all the prisoners in the Faith, urging that not even one of them fall away, but that all willingly offer their bodies to torture and death for Christ. All but one confessed their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The exception was Hieron's kinsman Victor, who fell away from the Faith. The tormentors cut one of Hieron's hands off, then flogged and tortured him in various ways until they beheaded him and the others. Going to the place of execution, these thirty-three martyrs chanted the Psalm: Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord (Psalms 118:1). Here we will name the honorable martyrs whose names are written with his in the Book of Life: Hesychius, Nicander, Athanasius, Mamas, Barachius, Callinicus, Theogenes, Nikon, Longinus, Theodore, Valerius, Xanthius, Theodulus, Callimachus, Eugenius, Theodochus, Ostrichius, Epiphanius, Maximian, Ducitius, Claudian, Theophilus, Gigantius, Dorotheus, Theodotus, Castrichius, Anicletus, Themilius, Eutychius, Hilarion, Diodotus and Amonitus. A man named Chrysanthus purchased Hieron's severed head and honorably buried it, later building a church over it in the saint's name. The martyr's severed hand was brought to his blind mother. St. Hieron, with his companions, suffered in the year 298 and entered the glory of Christ.
2. The Holy Martyr Thessalonica with Auctus and Taurion
This maiden was the daughter of a pagan priest, Cleon, a rich and arrogant man. Because of her faith in Christ, her father drove her from the house and city. Two honorable citizens, Auctus and Taurion, reproached Cleon for his inhuman treatment of his daughter, and he in turn denounced them as Christians. They were bitterly tortured and beheaded for Christ. Thessalonica was then tortured and slain as well. They suffered in the Macedonian city of Amphipolis near present day Kavala. Thus, these martyrs were made worthy of the Immortal Kingdom by their honorable suffering.
3. The Venerable Lazarus of Galesius
A pillar of light appeared above the house where he was born. Lazarus left his village of Magnesia and went to Jerusalem on a pilgrimage to the holy places. There, he was tonsured a monk in the Monastery of St. Sava the Sanctified. After ten years, he settled on Mount Galesius and lived a life of asceticism on a pillar as a stylite. Lazarus was a miracle-worker both during his life and after death. Emperor Constantine Monomachus had great respect for him. Attaining old age, St. Lazarus entered into eternity toward the end of the eleventh century.
HYMN OF PRAISE
The Holy Martyr Hieron and his companions
Prisons are peculiar palaces!
In prison, St. Hieron spoke:
``O my brethren, thirty companions,
Hold to God's word,
To God's word and His law.
Behold, from time immemorial, the serpent has risen up,
Seeking to ensnare you with a glance,
So that, one by one, you would follow it to hell.
Do not succumb, brethren, true believers,
Oh, hearken to humble Hieron!
Whatever the serpent promises you
Is as fleeting as the green grass.
Courageously endure your sufferings:
Do not trade the eternal for the temporal;
Today or tomorrow, death will arrive,
Then all must go to the judgment of God.
Blessed is he who is not ashamed
When he sees his Judge before him.
Even more so is he who can show the Judge
The blood he has shed for Him,
And the wounds he bears for His name.
Such a one will reign eternally with Him.''
There are decisive moments in life upon which a man's eternal life or eternal death depend. We do not know when this decisive moment will come for us-perhaps today-and because of this we must be unceasingly vigilant. Victor, a kinsman of St. Hieron, was arrested with him. On the day before their torture, Victor, in terror of the impending tortures, went to the prison warden and begged him to take his name off the list of the condemned and release him, promising to give him his land. The warden removed his name and released him. However, upon returning home, Victor died of natural causes in the same moment that St. Hieron and his companions died in torments for Christ. Thus Victor vainly missed the decisive moment: he lost his land, his friends and both his earthly and heavenly life. In that same decisive moment, Hieron gained all. No one vied for Victor's body, while many vied for Hieron's body. When Christians sought the head of Hieron from the eparch, he asked as much gold for it as it weighed. Chrysanthus, a wealthy and devout man, paid that much gold for the martyr's honorable head. Anthony and Matronian hid one of St. Hieron's severed hands and brought it to Hieron's mother, the blind Stratonika. She took her son's hand and wept bitterly: ``O my beloved son, I gave birth to you whole, and now I have only one part of you!''
Contemplate the malignant power of an evil spirit over those who serve him (Acts 19):
1. How seven Jews tried to imitate Paul in driving out spirits from possessed people, attempting this for their own gain;
2. How the evil spirit answered them, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye?
3. How the man with the evil spirit leaped on them and overwhelmed them.
on the dark paths of mankind before and apart from Christ
… in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience (Ephesians 2:2).
This is all one and the same path-the path to destruction. According to the course of this world means inclination toward sinfulness; according to the prince of the power of the air means according to the will of those chiefs of the demons who inhabit the air; in the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience means that in the same way that the opponents and adversaries of God now live, all men lived before the advent of Christ, including those to whom the Apostle writes the epistle. What is this power of the air, brethren? This is the order of evil spirits who exist in constant movement in the air. They make the air lethal and they impede the souls of the departed as they make their way to heaven. They deceive the spirit of man to work every evil; they tempt it with every sin. Yet, they do not command the spirit to sin, for they lack the power to do that; they can only tempt and corrupt. They acted more strongly and directly on the pagans than on the Israelites. They fell upon the pagans as a swarm of flies on a carcass, but the Israelites they watched from a distance, corrupting and tempting them more subtlely. They stood at a distance from Israel because of the name of God, which was preserved and spoken among the Israelites. The Lord Jesus Christ scattered them all and plucked out their poisonous stings, so that they remained only as empty phantoms, as miserable, inconstant shadows that vanish instantly at the mention of the name of Christ or at the tracing of the sign of Christ's Cross.
O Lord Jesus, our Commander and Deliverer, help us to live in Thy freedom.
To Thee be glory and praise forever. Amen.
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Mental illness and I are no strangers. I am a clinical psychologist and deal with mental illness in my work on a daily basis.
However, I also have the challenge of confronting mental illness in my own family. There has been schizophrenia and a lot of depression. No one ever spoke about it as I was growing up because of the associated stigma.
Those who suffer from it, or who have people they care for suffering from mental illness, know that the stigma attached to the disease can be as painful as the disease itself. Mental health issues are something that many families deal with and it can be a relief to know that other people suffer from them as well, but that can only happen if people start talking more openly .
If more light is shed on mental illness through healthy conversation, rather than hushed tones, the fear, embarrassment and misconceptions will stop.
The silence (and false portrayals of mentally ill people as psycopaths in movies ) not only creates but also adds toxicity to the stigma and the misconceptions developed about what it means to be mentally ill.
These misconceptions lead people to hurl epithets such as crazy, nuts,or psycho, which only reinforce the fear and embarrassment.
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The unusual associated behaviors are symptoms of the disease – not the cause.
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According to the World Health Organisation, one in six adults and one in 10 children suffer from a diagnosable mental illness, including depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD (post-traumatic-stress -disorder), anxiety, and schizophrenia.
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Re: Independence
Postby Jezreel » Sun Jan 25, 2015 1:45 pm
It's a joke. In my usual bad taste style.
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Postby keasy » Sun Jan 25, 2015 2:04 pm
Nah man, my little confused face was site guru's foo cough.
I was drunk last night and hadn't sussed out what foo cough meant so I posted for some reason my confusion.
It's a bit more obvious now mind you ! LOL
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keasy wrote: Half of Scotland's population (okay that's a vast exaggeration) are idiots who believe/believed voting yes meant you were no longer a protestant and that you love the pope.
I kid you not.
That is not a joke, I know one guy that prefers to wear England footy tops as he's British and by being British wearing a Scotland top is in breach of his Britishness, I shit you not. He's also a catholic (or cathlicks as he would say) hating bigot who as well as hating "cathlicks" thinks that black people all look alike and that these filthy Poles are stealing all our jobs. And he's just a mild example of the Orange fuckwits that blight my country.
I honestly believe that the majority of balanced rational folks voted yes with the no camp being scared into a no, having some misguided belief that to be protestant is to be British or they have money tied up in London.
This will come again in the next 15 years or so, you can't have 45% of your population unhappy at at a London-centric government.
I love you keas, but what you've said is what angers me most about the fucking NO camp.
You treat those who exercised their democratic right to vote YES with such disdain. It's childish and certainly not in keeping with the spirit of democracy. How dare you suggest that even one person who voted agaisnt you did so because they are stupid and easily swayed. So arrogant.
Months after the vote and the NO camp still can't accept the defeat for what it was - the voice of the people of Scotland speaking in resounding Voice they want to remain part of the UK.
Calm down dear,
I don't really think that all people who voted the opposite of me are stupid. Get a grip ffs !
But there's no denying some folks in the no camp were voting so because they're bigoted protestants that don't give a feck about the actual politics, I'm talking the Saltire burning halfwits that marched on George Square.
Don't you mean the YES camp that aren't accepting the resounding voice Which they do, of course they do, they haven't suddenly raised an insurgency and started blowing shit up because it didn't go their way, which would suggest non acceptance a bit more than whatever it is (as you didn't post it) you see as demonstrating a non acceptance.
Postby Ekona » Sun Jan 25, 2015 6:33 pm
There's also no denying that some people in the Yes camp were gullible idiots who swapped all of Salmond's ridiculous rhetoric, and desperately wanted a Braveheart-style revolution. I'm talking about those that vandalised the homes of people who dared to put a No poster in their windows.
Postby keasy » Sun Feb 15, 2015 2:06 am
Yup, there's no denying that at all. But that really is a thinly spread example.
There was very little in way of that example but it did warrant media attention, deservedly.
The irony is that the bigot Saltire burning brigade hardly made headlines, it was a later half news story, where as the anti NO idiocy was 1st tthree stories news...typical one sided BBC and it's so called impartiality
Postby Joe » Mon Mar 13, 2017 3:40 pm
Postby Ekona » Mon Mar 13, 2017 6:42 pm
And we're off again!
I can see why Wee Jimmy Krankie is pushing again, but nothing has changed. Let's assume she wins this time: There's still no plan for financial independence as she won't be allowed to keep the GBP and oil revenues have plummeted, and Scotland will not be allowed to freely stay in the EU as Spain will block it because of Catalonia. It's independence just for the sake of it.
Maybe it's the social circles I frequent on the internet, but there's an awful lot of people angry that WJK is focusing so much on this and not actually running Scotland, that there's serious deficiencies in things she has direct control over due to devolution. If she can't run a country with the help she has now, how can she run one all by herself?
She kept banging on in her speech earlier about the evil Tories pushing ahead to Brexit without a plan, but from where I sit she doesn't have much of a plan herself. Staying in the Single Market just isn't going to happen, period. It's unrealistic of her to think it ever was, and to think that Scotland will get a miraculous decision that the EU would even let them is just ridiculous. Most of the Scotland's trade is with the UK anyway, so why cut yourself off from a bigger market just to say you're free? Again, the financial argument makes no sense: Is she happier being ruled from Brussels than from Westminster?
Postby RB » Mon Mar 13, 2017 6:55 pm
It just shows that nationalist parties are generally useless. I can't believe that Scots voted for the SNP. They must really hate the English. It's the same as people voting for UKIP. Behind their single minded policy, there's nothing.
I doubt very much that she'd win a referendum but then we all said that about Brexit. If Scotland does become independent, they are fucked as they don't qualify for EU membership, oil is overproduced and I can make my own shortbread.
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Postby Mr.Clark » Mon Mar 13, 2017 9:12 pm
I should have been a lawyer.
There are going to be some seriously rich lawyers getting seriously richer, very soon...
I suspect the point of this is - Scotland are fucked anyway.
If they wanted to remain in the EU? They can't.
If they wanted to rejoin? Looks like they won't be able to.
If they stay in the UK? They leave the EU.
If they independence? They leave the EU. But throw off the yoke of the bastard English. Potentially flushing their economy down the tank to do it, but hey, half the country thinks that we're doing that with Brexit anyway.
RB wrote: If Scotland does become independent, they are fucked as they don't qualify for EU membership, oil is overproduced and I can make my own shortbread.
Postby Ekona » Tue Mar 14, 2017 11:33 pm
So it looks like the SNP don't actually want to be part of the EU, they just want full access to the single market. That does not seem unreasonable in theory, but how do they achieve that? They'll leave the EU with the rest of us, they won't have the GBP so will need another currency (likely the Euro seeing as how they don't have the funds nor background to start their own SP), they'll then have to agree to full freedom of movement plus ECJ plus all the other goodies that over a third of those that bothered to vote don't want, all of which separates them even further from their main trading partner.
In the meantime, the U.K. has sorted out it's own deal which happens to be pretty good with maybe a couple of minor concessions, and no longer has to subsidise Scotland. The SNP now have to fill the black hole in their budgets and start charging for prescriptions and university etc, all the while praying for oil prices to rise again.
Nicola Sturgeon is either dragging Scotland to the dark ages, or she's going to have to perform a monumental climbdown at some point.
Postby RB » Wed Mar 15, 2017 12:00 am
I think she's hoping for a general election that she'll lose.
Postby Ekona » Wed Mar 15, 2017 12:26 am
As someone pointed out to me earlier, she doesn't even have a majority rule in Holyrood, so really has no mandate at all.
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Postby siteguru » Wed Mar 15, 2017 9:43 am
That's only because of the way the Scottish electoral system is setup ... constituency MSPs based on 1st past the post, then List MSPs based on percentage of votes cast. If it was all as per the UK system then they'd have a huge majority.
SNP are still by far the largest party in the Scottish parliament, and they only need a few supporters from another party (e.g. Greens) and they have a working majority.
The SNP have far more of a mandate in Scotland than the Tories do in the UK.
(PS - not an SNP supporter ... just correcting some facts).
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Agreed, but you can only work with the system you've got. No majority = no mandate
I actually think she's more dangerous than Salmond ever was: At least when he lost he had the grace to step down, now she's just pushing forward for independence again for literally no good reason. Let's assume she doesn't like the deal that May gets (a given, tbh), and so wants a vote between autumn '18 and spring '19. Let's say she wins, and Scotland gain independence. That will not happen overnight, indeed I suspect it'll take more than a year to accomplish, by which point the UK will already be past the two-year gap post A50 and definitely have left the EU. That'll put Scotland officially outside anyway, meaning the country will need to start right again in terms of access to it.
This is all assuming that the 64% of Remainers all happen to be Out voters too. If she fails to win an Out this time, it would appear the SNP are screwed big time. I still don't want Scotland to leave because I have good friends there and I think it would be awful for you guys to go through both EU & UK withdrawal at the same time, but a little bit of me partly hopes she gets her wish just so i can watch it fall apart on her watch.
I mean, I don't really, but you know what I mean. I genuinely believe Sturgeon is worse for Scotland than Le Pen is for France.
Postby Joe » Wed Mar 15, 2017 4:03 pm
Ekona wrote: she's just pushing forward for independence again for literally no good reason
apart from Scotland's biggest trade partner is about to stab itself in the dick
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Malala Yousufzai and Emmit Till
By mexi on October 16th, 2012
In reading the comments sections of the various news articles regarding the Taliban’s attempted assassination of Malala Yousufzai, a constant theme from commentors has been the accusation that the Islamic world culturally is a thousand years or more behind the West. How quickly we as Americans forget our history, in the case of Pakistan in particular I would put the number closer to 50 years. With the outraged response from from Pakistanis at the attack on Malala, I can’t help but to think that this is Pakistan’s equivalent of the American Civil Rights reaction to the murder of Emmit Till. The analogy is not perfect but the end effect might be the same which could spell bad news for the Pakistani Taliban.
When Emmit Till was murdered in Mississippi in 1955 for allegedly flirting with a white woman, he wasn’t trying to bring attention to racial injustice in the South. He was, though, choosing to ignore long established customs that were adhered to at the time because breaching these customs in that time and place was incredibly dangerous if not suicidal. In speaking out against the Pakistani Taliban, Malala Yousufzai was doing the exact same thing and both of these situations resulted in murderous violence. In both cases the victims of this reactionary violence were 14 years old which helped sway public opinion against their attackers. It is important to note that for black Americans in the Jim Crow South violence and murder was an all too regular occurrence, just as violence and injustice is against women in the Pakistani tribal region today. Had these crimes occurred against adult victims public responses within the regions would have been muted, if noted at all. The age of the victims in these cases seems to have been the cultural tipping point.
The most important similarity, and the basis for my saying that Pakistani culture is only 50 years behind the west rather than 1,000 years, is that the crime against Malala has provoked and unprecedented response in Pakistan condemning the Taliban. As was the case in the American Civil Rights movement, once the first voices began to raise up against racism in the South, the masses of Southerners who had hitherto kept silent in the face of injustice out of fear of reprisal finally gained the courage to speak out. Once this process began no amount of racial terror was able to stem the demand for racial justice and the days of Jim Crow were numbered. What I’m reading today may be the cultural equivalent in Pakistan. Public opinion has turned against the oppressors and, what begins now as public support for Malala Yousufzai may turn into a watershed moment, one where the majority’s previously silent disapproval of the Taliban becomes a demand for justice and a deathknell for misogynist terror.
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Vivian Louise says:
“The most important similarity, and the basis for my saying that Pakistani culture is only 50 years behind the west rather than 1,000 years, is that the crime against Malala has provoked and unprecedented response in Pakistan condemning the Taliban.”
I hope you are correct. I was encouraged by the response of Libyans to the assassination of Chris Stevens and the others. Maybe.
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Gratitude reminds us of all that is good during difficult times! Yes, NISHians gratefully acknowledge the contributions of our nurses, Ms Lavanya and Ms. Mini during these stressful times of uncertainty!
Ms. Lavanya: Ms Lavanya proved to be one of the most valuable team members in the 24 x 7-COVID -19 helpline service started by NISH for the deaf and hard of hearing community. Her role was answering queries and providing information with the help of a sign language interpreter. However, Lavanya did more than that! She has on more than one occasion, gone out of her way, to contact the primary health centres, panchayats, district collector's office, and Disha, among many organisations ensured that the help sought was delivered. Recently, she pooled in her contacts ranging from the sub-collector to ward councillor to intervene on behalf of a deaf staff whose family had travelled from Odisha. All this was possible due to Lavanya's persistent efforts. All of us at NISH salute you for your initiative and commitment, Lavanya!
Ms. Mini: Amidst the pandemic outbreak, when it has been hard for even the most optimistic among us to stay positive, Ms Mini stepped in and took responsibility to ensure that everyone at NISH stays safe and healthy. She was very vigilant in giving the latest updates and warnings on COVID-19 and helped many to settle down during quarantine. She provided regular health advice through emails while keeping a constant check of our temperature! Her heartwarming and positive approach in these testing times is truly commendable! You have set an example of service and professionalism, Mini!
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I've had crabs...
I know that Dawson is on your beat, Will, but I must comment on his culinary comparative from the Carolina Coast. Dawson quotes John Weidner's San Francisco "crab season" item, then he goes on to say "We get some succulent specimens here...".
Dawson, Dawson, Dawson.... Sure, we get crabs out here on this coast, but they're nothin' like what you can get in my beloved San Francisco... and don't even get me started on the religious ecstasy brought on by fresh San Francisco sourdough...
Embittered Copy Boy, Recently Demoted, "Goes Blogal"
For a minute, Tony, I thought we were having flashbacks from our days in Slate's Fray, although "Bite Me" is almost Socratic dialog there.
The Blog world is rejoicing at the events in the sky today. It's natural to be proud of Special Forces or Top Gun pilots doing great work in Afghanistan, but for most of us, it's hard to identify with them personally, to see ourselves doing that work. It's now easy to imagine ourselves on a plane, rushing a terrorist, cooperating with other passengers to subdue a maniac. I think in some way that sense of vigilance, being willing to act (your apt pharase) takes the place of the "sacrifice" some commentators seem to want the country to undertake.
QuasiPundit Managing Editor accepts apology for snide remark; Star reporter takes demotion to copy desk...
Just kidding
I agree, Will - vigilant citizens are "ready to act". I feel kinda creepy having written that admonition the other day...
No, You Bite Me, Tony!
Ok, Tony, it was a snide remark about European security. At least I didn't second Ann Coulter's call to declare war on France because of this.
I hope we aren't going to start making passengers take off their shoes because of this incident. Security has many layers, each layer filtering threats from large to small. Here, it looked like customs failed (fake passport?) and screeners didn't catch anything suspicious. That left it up to the crew and the passengers, as "Katkin" points out in The Refuge. I think what upgraded airline security has done is narrow what a terrorist can attempt--in this case, probably a small amount of explosive in a shoe. Unless a terrorist can immobilize everyone else on the plane, he or or she can be controlled by individuals willing to give their life to save everyone. Of course, Dan Dickinson warns "Katkin" to never say never when it comes to terrorist plots.
The bravery of the passengers and crews is a nice reminder that regular Americans really are willing to fight back against terrorists. The September 11th heroism continues to inspire.
BLOG WATCH II: Your guide to who is saying what, where
PM Edition - by Tony Adragna
Brian Linse: Who "Howls" louder, Red v. Blue; Rallisms assembled; Breaking news
Damian Penny: Rehabilitating Fisk's friends; Huzzahs to citizen soldiers
Dr. Frank: Russian Rouble is currency of choice in Europe; motivational counseling; anti-Semites hate Jews who accuse them of being anti-Semitic; an interesting genre of Xmass gifts - "crap"
Tim Blair:And now, Sideshow Bob's next stunt will be...; Santa's 'ho's
Duncan Fitzgerald: Spilling an open can all over Goldberg; it's okay to be off-color if you're a person-of-color; Ali v. Foreman aint got anything on Bozell v. Alter
Jeff Goldstein: Krauthammer reads blogs; Looney Mooney anti-astrologist rant; When Johnny comes marching home...
Allen S. Thorpe: Johnny watched too much t.v....
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Update: OK, the guy had a UK passport with a typical Anglo sounding name - turns out he's most likely middle eastern. Sounding like somebody trying to avenge his militant comrades in Afghanistan.
LOOSERS!
Bite me, Will!
You're too right about the debate over security, however, I don't think anybody's solution would've worked. A sniffing dog woulda caught it, but you can't run a human being through one of the machines currently being used to detect explosives.
Thank God he didn't have any other weapons on him - except his teeth: he bit the flight attendant that initially approached him.
Tony, my huzzahs added to yours for the alert work of that flight crew. The full story should be coming out just in time for the evening news.
Ahead of that, let me be one of the first to mention that were told how well European security worked during the debate over Federalizing baggage and passenger screening. Oops ....
UPDATE: Here's a link to the story at MSNBC: Plane lands, bomb reportedly found
There were also fighters escorting the jet during its diversion.
Blow my socks off
A plane from Paris to Miami was diverted to Boston due to a passenger who had explosives on him. Crewmembers noticed a sulfur smell, like from a match, and notices a "wire" sticking out of the passenger's shoe. Turns out it was det-cord, and he had C4 in his shoes. Crewmembers subdued the passenger - looks like vigilance is paying off.
I haven't found a link to the story yet.
Huzzah to the flight crew!
Tony, I was going to tell you how much I had learned from stories like "Sneetches," but then I noticed that I had misspelled "Seuss" twice in my last post. It's been corrected and I will go back to my studies.
Dr. Seuss is for all ages
I think that adults can learn alot from reading stories like "Sneetches". Maybe I'm just being silly, but I see some contemporary parallels to that "Star-belly Sneetch Machine".
For instance, look at what drove "the bubble". Like those Sneetches lining up to pay "Sylvester McMonkey McBean" to become "stars", all of those "dotcom"ers, and the people who bought into the IPO madness, were ignoring fundamentals. All of the BMWs and outragously priced apartments are just belly-stars worn as badges of "belonging". I'm not saying that there's something wrong with wanting lots of money and nice things, or spending money however one wants, but do these people really live la dulce vida? I'd rather be poor and ulcerless! (actually, I'd rather be RICH and ulcerless)
On the theme of "Sneetches", I think that Dr. Seuss has been vindicated. All of the money that's been poured into "leveling the playing field" has had great economic impact, but race relations (and other problems based on irrational bias) have progressed more on the efforts of people coming together to break down the social barriers. It's a slow process, still not complete in some places, and people shouldn't have to wait for the full dignity due by virtue of being human, but there's no immediate gratification when dealing with issues that matter funadamentally.
Hey, Tony ... you slept in; I woke up early, Blog Watched, then skedaddled. Visiting any store after 11AM this close to Christmas is madness, so I was on the way home by that witching hour. I can't imagine what it would be like if retailers were having a good season ....
Has anyone gotten a big, tri-fold mailing from their Congressperson, with a "Your Congressman Is Only A Click Away ...." on the reverse of the address side? I got mine from my Congressman, 7th District freshman Republican Eric Cantor, yesterday. I'm wondering if this is based on a template that everyone in the House uses and if senior members get theirs sent out first. The franking privilege has come a long way from the little newsletters I remember. Now I can sign up for Cantor's email updates on the issues. Had I done so earlier, I wouldn't have missed his "calls for destruction of infrastructure supporting terrorists," his request for "continued prayers for America during this time of crisis," or his securing of funding for "Culpeper's National Audio-Visual Conservation Center." And let's not forget his meeting with local students who are supporting a bill they wrote: "The Liberty Bill Act," calling for the constitution to be printed on the back of US paper currency. Get in a constitutional argument with someone and whip out your wallets to settle the issue ....
Ah, it all comes back to Dr. Seuss, doesn't it, Tony? My favorite Seuss book is The Sneetches and Other Stories. It's a famous story about irrational prejudice, overshadowing three short stories that I love: Too Many Daves (Did I ever tell you that Mrs McCave/Had 23 sons and she named them all Dave?), The Zax (For I live by a rule/That I learned as a boy back in South-Going School./Never budge! That's my rule.Never budge in the least!/Not an inch to the west! Not an inch to the east! ), and What Was I Scared Of? (I said, "I do not fear those pants/With nobody inside them."/I said, and said, and said those words./I said them. But I lied them.) I must have read those stories to my daughters 800 times.
I'm a little more supportive of tort reform than you are, Tony, but we're pretty close. Everyone should have their day in court, but that's 23 hours too long for some of these ridiculous cases. I suspect that the "horror stories" are not indicative of a system-wide breakdown. Still, we should stamp out abuse wherever we can. I'm particularly incensed at some of those class action lawsuits. Attorneys get millions; "victims" get a discount coupon.
Fah who for-aze!
Dah who dor-aze!
Good morning! Sorry for being tardy with "Above the Fold" this morning - I slept in. I had a good excuse, too! The Boston Pops holiday special was re-aired late last night, and I just couldn't miss their reading of that classic Dr. Seuss poem- complete with music & lyrics (I always wondered exactly what those silly Whos were singing).
I've always jokingly told friends that I don't read any newspapers with the word "Times" in their title, excepting the New York Times. But, that stupid headline this morning has got me reconsidering - I just may have to put the NYT in the same pile as the Washington Times (I cant stand that rag). Who does the NYT think they're fooling calling Walker an expat: it might be a technically valid description, but it's so disgustingly morally neutral. Walker is a TRAITOR - he even admitted his treachery - regardless of the legal problems with proving that charge at the bar. While I'm still in opposition to the death penalty, I would have no problems locking Walker up for the rest of hs life...
If you buy the New York Times, then the terrorists have won...
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Washington Post:
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Bush's Budget To Include Big Security Boost - President Bush will make a dramatic increase in spending on homeland security initiatives the centerpiece of his fiscal 2003 budget, including more than a doubling of funds for local police, firefighters and other "first responders" and a major boost for public health agencies and hospitals, according to administration and congressional sources.
7,000 Pro-Taliban Fighters Held - ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, Dec. 21 -- Anti-Taliban forces in Afghanistan are holding about 7,000 Taliban and al Qaeda fighters, who are being screened for their ability to provide intelligence and for possible prosecution by U.S. authorities, American officials said today.
Early, Intense Action Marks Bush's Hill Wins - This week brought out the best and worst in President Bush's relationship with the United States Congress.
New York Times:
Argentina's Chaos Raises New Doubts on Monetary Fund - WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 — The deadly riots in Argentina, the collapse of its government and another multibillion dollar bailout gone awry have raised fresh questions about the effectiveness of the International Monetary Fund and the financial policies of the United States, the fund's leading shareholder.
Convoy Containing Suspected Taliban Leaders Hit by Airstrike - KABUL, Afghanistan, Dec. 21 — Some 100 days after a terrorist attack on America turned the world's attention to Afghanistan and its Taliban regime, Afghans prepared today to install an interim government they hope will prove historic by ending 22 years of war
U.S. Expatriate Is Seen Facing Capital Charge - WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 — Administration officials said today that John Walker, the American who was captured in Afghanistan, would probably face at least one charge that would carry the death penalty, and President Bush linked Mr. Walker directly with the terrorist group Al Qaeda.
(sorry, just a quick comment on this one: So he's an "expat" now? - Tony)
India Recalling Pakistan Envoy Over Delhi Raid - NEW DELHI, Dec. 21 — India today recalled its ambassador to Pakistan and ended bus and train service between the two countries to protest what it called Pakistan's failure to shut down two Pakistan-based groups India has accused of carrying out a suicide attack on Parliament last week.
U.S. Inquiry Tried, but Failed, to Link Iraq to Anthrax Attack - Shortly after the first anthrax victim died in October, the Bush administration began an intense effort to explore any possible link between Iraq and the attacks and continued to do so even after scientists determined that the lethal germ was an American strain, scientists and government officials said.
Washington Times:
Rules loosened for U.S. troops - U.S. commanders have given special-operations troops more latitude to attack al Qaeda terrorists trying to flee Afghanistan's Tora Bora region for the Pakistani border.
Leaders of Taliban said killed - U.S. warplanes struck a convoy of vehicles in Afghanistan carrying leaders of the ousted Taliban militia, killing several, the Pentagon said yesterday.
Los Angeles Times:
A Widow Finds Life in Family - NEW YORK -- After 21 days of bagpipes, tears and eulogies, Sally Siller was reeling from grief. She had mourned at the funerals of firefighters killed in the World Trade Center attacks, and now it was time to face her own loss.
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AM Edition - by Will Vehrs
Joanne Jacobs: Flit, top refuter; reading doesn't come naturally to children.
Charles Johnson. Ex-CIA chief waxes Jacksonian in bar; Saudi macho royal-boy, times have changed; Microsoft Swiss Cheese; future of the net; Innocent professor suspended on inferences; hiding suitcase nukes.
Jeff Jarvis We're an American brand; beware of war images-it's not comic relief; Ken Layne sneezes; great link discoveries include erotic alphabet; worst disaster list.
Libertarian Samizdata Debka, waste of pixels; don't cry for Samizdata, Argentina; metric martyrs; eerily prescient 1901 book; blog staff bares all (oh Natalie, Spitfire!); abjectly stupid clown chorus still wrong on Tanzania deal.
Steven Den Beste Torch the silly Olympic flame; Driving Miss Daisy through thoughtful essay on racism; if they think it, he will bomb; is "small size" equivalent to "shitty little?"
Dawson Search for aesthetics and misspellings leads to Clinton's legacy; John Derbyshire a disgrace to hetrosexual conservative who carries a big stick; the real Ann Coulter firing story?
Kathy Kinsley Sign up for psyops brainstorming session, possible future action, all three of you; Tony Blair's dossier; [vomiting] over Paul Sperry story.
C. Dodd Harris IV Caption contest winner announced, Vehrs an also-ran; new car parked crooked; Childcare Action Project review of Lord of the Rings lacks spiritual depth.
Reading Assignment
Why am I ambivalent about tort reform? Well, I strongly believe that everybody has a right to have disputes settled before a judge - but I also think that there's too much nonsense going on. Here's a recent series of stories (thanks Ray!):
"'Right now,' he says, 'there's no way for a company that makes an honest mistake-or any other kind of mistake- to extricate themselves from litigation other than bankruptcy.'" - Richard Scruggs, tobacco litigation pioneer, now defending a manufacturer of defective hip implants.
U.S. News: Lawyers on trial (12/17/01)
"'It's a booming business,' says William Schroeder, a law professor at Southern Illinois University.
Why so much activity? Ask corporate lawyers, both here and elsewhere, and they'll tell you that Madison County's judges just seem more sensitive to the plaintive claims of plaintiffs. 'A plaintiffs' lawyer would be derelict if they didn't get their case into this environment, and people are doing that,' says Schroeder. 'All the factors are skewed to one side.'"
U.S. News: The judges of Madison County: Lawyers looking for fat payouts in class action cases know where to head (12/17/01)
"In late October, a Mississippi jury ordered three firms, including oil-services giant Halliburton and manufacturer 3M, to pay six plaintiffs $25 million apiece. It wasn't the price tag alone that stunned asbestos experts-victims of asbestos-related conditions have gotten huge settlements for years. What made jaws drop was that the plaintiffs weren't even sick-their X-rays just showed they stood an increased chance of getting sick. 'Most of these guys have not missed a day of work in their lives,' their lawyer said"
U.S. News: Looking for some million-dollar lungs (12/17/01)
"'People think they don't have a case because they assumed the risk of Nasdaq going down, but they do.' Brokers who let clients load up on tech stocks were negligent, he argues, even if clients demanded it."
U.S. News: A bear market bonanza: How investors' losses can convert into lawyers' gains (12/17/01)
"Many law firms also offer one-click suing. At milberg.com, it takes an Enron shareholder just one mouse click to retain tort leaders Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach to sue the bankrupt energy firm for allegedly manipulating its stock price. If they happen to own Firestone tires too, they can click again and join another class action."
U.S. News: One-click suing: You, too, may be a victim (12/17/01)
Brian Linse: Yes, Virginia, there are centrist liberals; you can get scapegoats in the free market, as long as you go to the right institution.
Andrew Hofer: "Because you are so wrong"; a list of British inanities foisted upon America that call for an apology
Damian Penny: drill in Alaska! - stop giving the Saudis a reach around (actually, we're still looking at those tar flats, Damian - Tony); whoring for the "Masters of War"
Dr. Frank: Spread that fat; "Talibashing"; NO AM DECAPITATION; exploding warblogs; Tony baits weasles in the sun
Moira Breen: Taxation without representation; the British Army is impotent ant the FBI's got a hard on; Judge Lamberth speaks, Kennewick man becomes silent.
Tim Blair: Fast red cars v. flowing red robes; "BEYOND HEARTBREAKING" (I couldn't make silly with this one - Tony); the intellectually disadvantaged
Duncan Fitzgerald: "I don't get this joke"; clearly consistently good guys; emotional Anarchists are hot in bed
Jeff Goldstein That's really "chicken shit"?; we oughta be shocked at the treatment of "Mumian peasants"; them's fightin' words
Damn! Almost made it...
Hey Will - I just hope I don't end up where this guy is going...
12/21/01 There goes Santa Claus - Chip Bok
Karl Rove Called ....
Tony, I had to tell him the truth when he called for a reference. Before he hung up, though, I said I still held you in "high esteem." He said well, if not the White House, then maybe you could work at Dick Cheney's secret hideaway setting up his video conferences, if you didn't mind being blindfolded for the ride there ....
Seriously, that's way cool! Hope you check out as a good, bellicose citizen--surely you have more impressive references than me to dazzle them ....
Diary of a Temp
Today - American Rivers. Tomorrow - The White House!
Seriously, Will! If I get "cleared", then I may get a one-day gig at the White House next Friday. Should I feel like "the chicken in the fox den"?...
If it's a "good thing", then there's a catch...
You're "on the money", Will!
I watched Mr. Fienberg's performance last night on CSPAN - and he wasn't "acting". I was very impressed with two things that he did. First, he admonished people to not rush into the program - the "catch" prevents you from getting back out that door. If you put your steak in that grinder, then you waive the right to complain about chopped liver. But is it "chopped liver"? Definitely not! He "ultimately" urges people to take the deal, because it's much better than what's gonna be available at litigation. Hey, if the trial lawyers are backing it (instead of feeding on the potential fees that they could make), then that's gotta mean you've got a "snowball's chance" in court.
While I'm ambivalent about liability caps (and tort reform in general), I agree that there's too much ugliness in this area of litigation. I would prefer that judges excercise some common sense in dealing with frivolous suits and outrageous awards, rather than having legislated caps. However, I can't really argue with what congress did in this instance - It really is best for everybody
If They Say It's Not About the Money, It's About the Money
Tony, I'm reminded of that old legal aphorism after listening to talk radio for a little while this morning while cruising down Broad Street in Richmond. I had a talk show on the radio--I think it was Mike Gallagher--and he was in a lather over the comments of some 9/11 victims' family members after the announcement by Special Master Kenneth Feinberg of the government settlement offer. Gallagher couldn't believe that family members would speak in such disparaging terms about the amount of taxpayer money they would be receiving. A lawyer representing some of these families defended their comments.
Mr. Feinberg had one of the toughest and most heart-wrenching jobs anyone could imagine. He said his goal was "to make the awards fair, minimize disparities in the size of awards and provide speedy and efficient relief." I think he succeeded as well as possible under the horrible circumstances. I am in agreement with the Washington Post editorial on the subject:
Some families nonetheless are upset by the arrangements. The average initial award is projected to be $1.6 million, and the range of awards will be relatively narrow. Families of those in the highest income brackets could end up getting less than the lifetime earnings might have been. Under the law, the awards will be reduced by the amount of life insurance, Social Security payments and death benefits -- meaning that some final payments could be smaller than people expect. Moreover, pain and suffering will be compensated according to a fairly restrained formula. As a result, awards may fall significantly below the maximum that victims might win in the high-stakes casino of the courtroom -- were that arena truly available to them.
Yet advantages of the system outweigh these disadvantages, even if one accepts that they are disadvantages. The money will come soon. Trial lawyers will not be pocketing big chunks of the awards, and the awards will be tax-free.
The discretion in the system also should help prevent excessive awards to the rich and insultingly small awards to people who need help. No system will give all of the families what they think they deserve. After all, they deserved not to lose their loved ones in the first place, and any attempt to replace those people with dollars necessarily trivializes the loss. But the public policy purpose here is to make sure that the families are taken care of swiftly without crippling the airline industry with litigation. The compensation system Congress and Mr. Feinberg have set up is a good step in that direction.
If families don't like the settlement, they can quietly pursue legal remedies, without using ill-considered characterizations of a good faith effort to be fair ("insulting"). I think they dishonor their lost loved ones, themselves, and the special spot September 11th holds in American hearts when they use arguments like this one:
Craig Sincock, founder of Pentagon Angels, which represents 312 people who lost relatives in the attack on the Pentagon, said that the plan favors people "who didn't plan ahead" by purchasing life insurance.
"For those of us who planned ahead, we get nothing out of it," said Sincock, who predicted that many families will sue rather than apply for benefits.
The victims were all in the towers and Pentagon together, the insured and the uninsured, the gay and the straight, the executives and the janitors.
The “pulse of the people”…
That’s what I like most about what we’re doing, Will; we don’t have any “interests” – corporate or otherwise – that we need consider. All we have to do is deliver our readers some thoughtful discussion, and let them decide.
I agree with you on Mumia, and it should be noted that there’s nothing stopping the prosecution from taking the case back into court for a new sentencing – except the fear that a new sentence might come back being so light that it would amount to time served. In that case the prosecution should just let the judges order stand...
I’m not able to read the Roll Call piece that Mickey cites, so I don’t know exactly what’s being predicted. I just need to note something for the record in re that recent poll - “Asked to name the one most important problem Congress should address next year, one in three respondents talked about the economy or unemployment…”.(emphasis mine) The WaPo notes that this is “twice as many” as those who cited the war effort, but it’s also an indication that 2/3 of the respondents don’t consider the economy something that needs to be addressed immediately. Seems like we’re not alone.
Heroes and Assorted Thoughts
Tony, I'm glad to know that while you can't say that I'm one of your heroes, you do hold me in "high esteem." I like you, too, muscle brain. Perhaps you'll be able to say those words when I pull you from a burning blog someday.
Speaking of blogs, Instapundit congratulated us for our mention yesterday on Slate's new "On Other Websites" feature. Thanks, Glenn, but more noteworthy is the fact that the modest professor is now listed by Slate as an "equal" with Virginia Postrel, Mickey Kaus, Joshua Micah Marshall, and Andrew Sullivan, all professional writers, on their mezine links. I remember lobbying for Instapundit to just get listed as an "add-on" to Slate's old Mezine Central feature. He has come a long way and given blogging credibility. Without him, I doubt if amateurs like us would ever break through the "snotty ceiling" that exists among some of the professionals.
I don't know about you, Tony, but I love doing Blog Watch! It's one thing to read through the blogs, it's another to study them and see the remarkable amount of thought the bloggers pour into their product and their willingness to entertain and debate alternative points of view. Tim Blair really has given us the blog equivalent of a license to make money. I know his franchise puts a premium on brevity, word play, and cracking wise, but I hope the respect for the individual blogger's craft shines through in our summaries.
On the issues front, I'm glad Congress is going home to get "the pulse of the people," if not the "loot of the lobbyists." Mickey Kaus thinks they'll come back and pass something on the stimulus/relief front. Maybe it will be something more to our liking. There's lots of controversy about NBC agreeing to run liquor ads. I don't have a problem with it; most people are leaving the room to get another beer out of the refrigerator during commercials, anyway. The kids we're worried about are probably surfing MTV and VH1 during commercials, if they're watching NBC at all. I think Mumia is an unrepentant cop killer, but as long as he's in jail, I'm okay with no death penalty--Pennsylvania doesn't execute, anyway, their law nothwithstanding. I just wish the glitterati who are so taken with him would look to help less articulate, PR-challenged prisoners who were further from a smoking gun than Mumia was.
Besieged President Resigns in - BUENOS AIRES Dec. 20 -- President Fernando de la Rua resigned today after two days of anarchic street protests against his government's stringent economic policies left more than 24 people dead and destroyed stores and restaurants around the country.
Anthrax Exposure Estimates Increased - Four dozen congressional aides began receiving an experimental anthrax vaccine yesterday, as federal officials announced that Capitol Hill employees and postal workers had been exposed to much higher levels of the deadly bacteria than had been previously known.
U.S. Sets Formula to Pay Victims - Families of those killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks would receive payments averaging $1.65 million under a federal government plan announced yesterday, but beneficiaries complained that it is too little help for some of the victims.
Citing India Attack, U.S. Aims at Assets of Group in Pakistan - WASHINGTON, Dec. 20 — President Bush moved today to freeze the assets of a Pakistani-based terrorist group that he blamed for the attack on the Indian Parliament last week
Argentine Leader Quits as Economy Begins a Free Fall BUENOS AIRES, Dec. 20 — President Fernando de la Rúa resigned today, halfway through his four-year term, swamped by violent protests and looting that erupted when his government failed to reverse a deepening economic crisisNew York Times:
A Poor, Ethnic Enclave in China Is Shadowed by Drugs and H.I.V. - UTUO, China — By day, Butuo is an ethnic backwater, where women in long embroidered blue skirts tote baskets filled with chunks of pig, and men in full-length capes carry bundles of twigs, fuel for indoor fire pits.
Killings Increase in Many Big Cities - Homicides have increased sharply this year in many large cities, a development that troubles law enforcement officials and experts who fear it may signal a return to rising crime rates after a large decline in the 1990's.
U.S. rules let al Qaeda flee - U.S. special-operations troops in the Tora Bora area of Afghanistan have been forced to let some al Qaeda fighters escape to Pakistan because of strict rules of engagement.
President of Argentina steps down - BUENOS AIRES — Argentine President Fernando de la Rua resigned yesterday after two years in power, as his government crumbled amid deadly rioting and looting sparked by anger over the nation's deepening economic crisis.
Architects Ask, 'What Did I Do to Cause This?' - In the restless weeks since Sept. 11, a host of conflicting emotions has stirred the imaginations of architects: Anger. Defiance. Hope. Melancholy. And, perhaps especially, guilt.
Joanne Jacobs: Jacques Littlefield's Fourth of July party: the firepower, mobility and shock action of armor.
Charles Johnson. Saudi Arabia & France targeted; whirlpool bath guy builds Iraqui weapons sites on the side; Arafat speech ignored; bogus research on civilian deaths cribbed from al Jazeera and badly bruised Fisk.
Jeff Jarvis Debka on Iraq: intelligence, rumors, or speculation? Blog watch for retirement; meaningless, offensive math of war.
Libertarian Samizdata No British radar for venal, foolish and corrupt Tanzania? Enron a "regulated" market failure; Flitting around with the Vile One.
Steven Den Beste DVD burners won't get hot; Land mine dissertation; Bad after bad for PLO; poll rant validated by Iain Murray; Scheer madness; Belgium, world's courthouse ; "International Peacekeeping Farce."
Dawson Guest columnists will titillate; Ad snatcher strikes, boyfriend of femme fatale to the rescue; is "vaginalesque" a word?
Kathy Kinsley Real victimization; no so merry Christmas.exe; more Aussie Taliban needed to challenge Tim Blair's wit; new Gerald Grimes cartoon.
Christopher Pellerito Conflagration in Argentina; Milton Friedman's pick-up lines; live dangerously in an SUV but drive a hybrid; Protein Wisdom.
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My "conservative" hero...
Well, I really have two - Winston Churchill is one. Until I read Jonah Goldberg’s column the other day I hadn't thought much lately about the other conservative who I hold in high esteem. When Jonah wrote "...nothing more than a dead-languages society or dress-up club for the sorts of people who like to quote Burke and Aquinas", I got the feeling that he had someone in particular in mind. Does that sound like somebody we know? Like William F. Buckley, Jr, maybe?.
When Bill says of somebody, "There is muscle of the brain there", that's high praise as far as I'm concerned. I don't always disagree with Bill, but when I do disagree it's not because I think he's just being silly. I fully agree with his approbation of Codevilla. It's the same point - "It's the Regime stupid!" - that I was attempting to make in my most recent From Left Field essay .
I guess that means Bill would think that "There is muscle of the brain" up here, too...
Addendum: OOOPS, I didn't mean to leave you out, Will! I do hold you in "high esteem", I just can't bring myself to say, "you're my hero"...
Brian Linse: Class clown takes on "The Prof" (again) in re "loopy" US gun laws; lacrimal jocularity at WP; girls = evil; can Johnny come out to play, Mrs Goldberg?
Andrew Hofer: Pushing Europe to accept American culture - the "jelly doughnut"
Damian Penny: Shredding "Afghan casualties"; Canadian drunk draws no critics; "I want my three hours back"
Dr. Frank: How to say merde in Yiddish; George needs to relearn his equations; spelunking Afghan-style
Tim Blair: Insane survey of "opinion leaders" provokes Australian attack; junk mail from Glenn Sacks
Duncan Fitzgerald: Dems take "the plan" into "the stall"; something smells funny at TomPaine.com
America Wins!
I’ll tell you what I think is gonna happen – we’ll see some separation between the “stimulus” provisions and the “relief” provision. “Relief” will pass easily sometime early in the year (after the pressure is off we may see more reasonable negotiations), and the relief will take the form of tax breaks and government spending. That puts the “tax policy v. entitlement” debate back into its proper context – long-term goals -; we’ll have a good debate and get a decent piece of legislation by next fall.
Just guessing, but I’ve been correct before…
p.s. We got picked by Slate today!. Kewlness!
Who Wins on Stimulus Gridlock?
Tony, we agreed that no stimulus package was the best possible outcome, given the flawed approaches by both parties. Leaving the merits of any or all stimulus aside, what are the political implications?
USA Today reports that President Bush's job approval rating is still at an astounding 86%. More importantly, only 44% blame him for the recession and 76% believe the economy will turn around in 2002.
Warns Democratic National Committee spokeswoman Jennifer Palmieri, "We intend to spend part of January explaining to the American people how the economy got to where it is."
That Democratic strategy, no stimulus bill, and Bush's very public pressure on Tom Daschle for a bill combine to give the short term political advantage to Bush, it seems to me. Democrats will be able to chip away at Bush's numbers, but they'll have to spend a lot of money to do it. Any sudden military crisis could stop their attack in its tracks; even a medium level of military action will make Democratic criticism risky. Right now, by combining a successful war with interest in the plight of Americans hurt by the recession, this Bush is avoiding the mistakes of his father.
Only a failure of the economy to be on the rebound by summer could really harm Bush, absent some major event handled badly. Even then, Bush could blame Democrats for not passing a stimulus bill. It would get down and dirty from there, but right now I see Bush having overcome or at least broken even on Democratic domestic issue advantages.
Economic Stimulus Deal Appears Dead - Congress will not reach agreement this year on an emergency measure to bolster the faltering U.S. economy, senior lawmakers from both parties said yesterday, as both sides engaged in a furious legislative endgame designed to assign blame to the other party for the failure.
Giant Cable Merger Planned - Comcast Corp. and AT&T Corp. yesterday agreed to merge their cable operations in a $72 billion deal, creating the nation's largest provider of pay television and high-speed Internet service.
State of Siege in Argentina - BUENOS AIRES, Dec. 19 -- After months of escalating economic crisis, Argentina boiled over today in a wave of street violence and looting, raising alarms that Latin America's third-most populous country is being destabilized and that its government may be in danger of falling.
Al Qaeda Prisoners Rise Up in Pakistan - ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, Dec. 19 -- Several dozen Arab fighters captured by Pakistani forces after fleeing across the border from Afghanistan overpowered their guards today and set off a gun battle in which 13 people were killed and some of the Arabs escaped, Pakistani authorities said.
Troops May Scour Caves for Qaeda, U.S. General Says - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 19 — Frustrated by the failure to capture Osama bin Laden, the commander of American forces in Afghanistan has proposed that United States marines or Army troops be deployed to comb the wild terrain of Tora Bora to try to determine the fate of Al Qaeda leaders, American officials said today.
Congress Gives Up on Deal This Year to Help Economy - WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 — Congress gave up hope today of reaching a deal this year to help the growing ranks of the unemployed and hasten a recovery from the recession and along with the Bush administration turned instead to partisan finger- pointing over who was to blame for the impasse.
Comcast Wins Bid for AT&T's Cable Unit - AT&T agreed yesterday to sell its cable television business, the nation's largest, to the Comcast Corporation for about $47 billion in stock.
An Iraqi Defector Tells of Work on at Least 20 Hidden Weapons Sites - An Iraqi defector who described himself as a civil engineer said he personally worked on renovations of secret facilities for biological, chemical and nuclear weapons in underground wells, private villas and under the Saddam Hussein Hospital in Baghdad as recently as a year ago.
Daschle blocks stimulus vote - President Bush struck a bipartisan deal at the Capitol yesterday to revive the economy and aid the unemployed, but Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle refused to allow a vote on the bill.
Return of terrorists worries Rumsfeld - Hundreds of al Qaeda terrorists have fled into Pakistan but still pose a threat of returning to Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said yesterday.
Bill to Revive U.S. Economy Nears Collapse - WASHINGTON -- Legislation in Congress to shore up the economy essentially collapsed Wednesday as both parties sought to shift blame to the other side for the bill's anticipated demise.
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Joanne Jacobs: Gay link to Tali-Boy Walker; Allison doesn't fall far from the tree; cut the soot, diesel breath; Irish education paradox; Gray Davis dirty trick.
Charles Johnson. Chomsky Cult intellectual Kool-Aid; Arafat Sincerity Poll; bug news and delousing update.
Jeff Jarvis First Slate weblog blog review; smart, gutsy and ... pretty women; espresso breath Michael Kinsley; appalling pork.
Libertarian Samizdata Compulsive blog list misses Quasipundit; smarmy Eurocrats will produce Slavic angst fest; political spam protected while teen sluts get the shaft; cryptic message needs decoding.
Steven Den Beste Forgetful anti-semite; late jets; the fictions of cold, dark, and peace; shelf life of Dutch legal rhetoric.
Dawson Ann Coulter, did you do me? Rambling philosophical blog autobiography by a sleep-deprived tadpole in the ocean; Brian Linse is not a stinking commie bastard.
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Why QuasiPundit prefers "gridlock"
Tony Adragna & Will Vehrs
There's much disagreement over how the economic stimulus package should look. What there isn't is an economic stimulus package being considered. The current "package" isn't about "stimulus" - it's about "economic relief". That goal might be laudible on it's own, but it's not something without which the economy will recover. In fact, the plans being offered by both parties - outright spending v. tax cuts - do nothing to stimulate the economy in the short term, and both plans could have long term negative consequences. Besides, anybody who knows anything about how to provide immediate economic stimulus will tell you that tax policy and spending don't get you there.
Do we even need an economic stimulus package? Well, the Fed may still be getting alot of flak, but it turns out that Mr. Greenspan may have been doing the right thing all along. Fed watchers have recently pointed out that we're just beginning to see the effects of Fed rate cuts from last year. It's looking more like the economy is well on its way to recovery - according to the economists anyway. So, if we don't really need a stimulus package, then what is the fight really about? Get ready for it! - are you seated? - this is gonna be a shocker! - - It's about politics as usual! Both parties are piggybacking on the "need for stimulus" as a gimmick for pushing pet programs and taking care of special interests.
There are people, and sectors of the economy, in need of short term relief - let's not hold them hostage to long term partisan agendas being puched as "stimulus"
We prefer "gridlock" on this stimulus package because the alternative won't have any impact at best, and will be bad legislation at worst.
Some People need to watch t.v.
I just saw John Esposito, John Esposito, of Georgetown University, speaking today about how the US deals with Islam. He wanted to make a point about how things have changed since Sep 11, and he started talking about how different television serials ran special episodes after Sep 11. I'm not sure exactly what point he was trying to make - I wasn't paying very much attention - but the point was specifically about things after Sep 11.
So, why did he bring up last night's J.A.G. episode? - It was a re-run from LAST YEAR!
The Mail Bag and Blog Benefactors
As I wait for Wall Street Week in Review to cover the Tim Blair-Quasipundit "Blog Watch" joint venture, I thought I'd check the mailbag and express some Quasipundit thanks. We weren't exactly blogging fools today like we promised, were we, Tony? Blame it on Blogger ....
Alert Punditwatch reader Vlad Signorelli found the tribute to retired pundit Anthony Lewis that I couldn't. Jude Wanniski, no ideological soul mate of Lewis, had kind words for his work. Thanks for that catch.
Joseph Britt sent the link to a database of all Federal Farm subsidies since 1996. Verrrrry interesting. It can be searched by state, county, or zip code. Check out who in your neck of the woods is getting subsidized, or drive by and admire your tax dollars at work.
MommaBear, a dedicated poster in The Refuge and certified bellicose woman, finally got me on her mailing list and sent word of an Orwellian new national id technology. She writes, "now THEY can not only count us & manageus, but track us as well...we might as well just lie down at birth, curl up, and then die."
Tony, we have been remiss in not thanking two benefactors in this space. A mysterious "Merry Christmas" sponsored the removal of the ad from "Shouting 'Cross the Potomac" and said some kind words about us, not all of them true. Many thanks. The ultimate benefactor, of course, is Glenn Reynolds, the Instapundit. Not only did he get the bandwagon started on bringing down ads throughout blogdom, but he personally took the ad down from Punditwatch. To say that I was bowled over by his recognition and generousity would be an understatement. Thank you, Glenn.
Tony responds:
Will, you know that I'm in the "gridlock" gang, too - at least when it comes to the "stimulus plan". BTW, Ari is talking to the press right now, and just made the point that I did - he even said "the Budget Act point of order"... He's also defending the Bush statement about a "bi-partisan agreement", which relies on "centrists". Problem is that this "centrist" coalition doesn't get 60 votes in the Senate. Gotta give him credit for pushing the point...
CSPAN is rerunning Daschle's comments from earlier today. Gotta go downtown to pick up my check now... back in a couple of hours....
About All the Stimulation I Can Stand
Here I am, wheeling and dealing in the Outback, and you're watching CSPAN. Life ain't fair.
I'm glad you acknowledge that gamesmanship on House and Senate rules to stifle legislation is the ultimate bi-partisan effort. If we agree with the stifling, it's democracy in action. If we don't, it's an abomination.
Count me among the "gridlock" gang. I won't weep if no stimulus package is passed.
Some "stumulating" discussions...
Hey Will! I just watched two very interesting scenes on CSPAN - Mr. Bush on the Hill speaking to legislators about a "bi-partisan agreement" on stimulus that's being taken up by the House, and a press confab with House & Senate Democrats who responded "What?"
There's been alot of criticism of Daschle over "stimulus", and I think that most of it is unfair. We can argue over whether the sticking point is "ideology", or "substance", but it's a debate that I'd rather not have - the truth is that it's both. The substantive differences reflect the ideological differences. Look at the prefered methods of delivering relief and you'll see what I mean - Republicans typically opt for tax incentives (cut's or credits), while Democrats opt for spending. In either case, though, there's an impact on the federal budget, and that's where the point of Tom Daschle's "two thirds" comment has been misconstrued.
What am I talking about? Well, any bills in the Senate that will exceed the Budget Resolution (remember back to earlier this year) are subject to a "point of order", and the only way to get around the "point of order" is a successful cloture motion. The fact is that unless two thirds of the Senate are willing to agree on a stimulus package, then it isn't going anywhere.
Now, are Democrats the only people who use "the rules" to "obstruct" legislation? If that's the case that people wanna make, then they should hear Tom Harkin right now speaking about the failed "Farm Bill" - Republicans voted down cloture! The bill might deserve to die on it's merits, and the same holds true for the Democrat backed Senate stimulus package. All I'm saying is that using "the rules" to obstruct legislation is a bi-partisan activity.
And people oughtn't accuse the Democrats of failing to compromise - you know what the sticking point on the stimulus package is? Health care for people who are losing their jobs! What kinds of compromise did Republicans make? "Oh, we'll give you 'pre-existing conditions' in the COBRA." Um, guys, "pre-existing conditions" are already covered in COBRA...
TIM BLAIR, QUASIPUNDIT, ANNOUNCE JOINT VENTURE
Blog Watch to Post From Two Continents
From Wire Reports
Scrappy underdog blogs Tim Blair and Quasipundit today announced a unique joint venture that will capitalize on Blair’s hugely popular “Blog Watch” summary. (For a sample, click here.) Quasipundit will operate a “Blog Watch” territory under an airtight contract with Tim Blair Corp. This deal is reported to be the first formal cooperative effort between an Australian and an American political blog.
“It’s a great fit,” said one blog analyst. “Quasipundit has twice the staff of Blair and they’ve been mining the summary niche with Punditwatch and their new Shouting 'Cross the Potomac feature “Above the fold.” They are no strangers to cooperative agreements and, as the famous song said, 'ain't too proud to beg.' Kathy Kinsley had to bail them out recently to save their reader feedback feature.”
Another analyst saw this deal as a win-win. “Quasipundit gets something people will read. Blair gets time to eat and a chance to burnish his ‘oppressor’ image. He’s vowed to enforce MacDonalds-like conformity on his franchise.”
“Blog Watch” will begin appearing tomorrow morning and evening on Quasipundit and at its regularly scheduled time in Tim Blair’s time zone.
Teeth Pulled, Punditwatch Posted
Blogger has been acting up (did they take the InstaMoney and run?), but I finally got Punditwatch posted. It doesn't have "live" links because of this morning's problems ... I'll add them when I'm sure Blogger is stable.
Broad Effort Launched After '98 Attacks - Two years ago, Director of Central Intelligence George J. Tenet phoned the White House. The agency had a lead, he said, on Osama bin Laden.
U.S. Offers Anthrax Vaccine to Thousands - The federal government will begin offering anthrax vaccine as an experimental treatment to thousands of people potentially exposed to the deadly bacteria during a series of attacks this fall, administration officials announced yesterday.
U.S. Warns Against Helping Bin Laden - As Afghan fighters and U.S. Special Forces troops searched cave-to-cave in eastern Afghanistan yesterday for an elusive Osama bin Laden, a high-ranking Defense Department official warned that the fate of the Taliban was a "good lesson" for any country thinking of helping the leader of the al Qaeda terrorist network.
Congress Agrees on Emergency Relief for New York - WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 — Negotiators for the House and the Senate agreed tonight to provide New York with an additional $8.2 billion in emergency aid to help recover from the World Trade Center terrorist attack and also approved billions more dollars for tighter domestic security nationwide as part of a broader defense appropriations bill.
Hundreds of Qaeda Fighters Slip Into Pakistan - ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, Dec. 18 — Hundreds of Al Qaeda and Taliban fighters have slipped across the Afghan border and evaded the Pakistani Army to disappear into remote tribal areas, Western and Pakistani officials said today
U.S. Will Offer Anthrax Shots for Thousands - WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 — Federal health officials said today that they would offer the military's anthrax vaccine, as well as extra medicine, to thousands of workers on Capitol Hill and postal employees who were exposed to anthrax and remain at slight risk of developing the disease, even after a 60-day course of antibiotics.
Tora Bora: Deep Ravines Hide Many Enemies - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 18 — The sun so pulsed off the great gorges here that the walls of rock seemed adorned with spangles. Below, at the floor of the canyon, a shallow river, barely inches deep, rushed across a bed of stones. The water was glassy clear.
Cheney sees tribunal options - The al Qaeda terrorists taken prisoner by U.S. forces in Afghanistan could be the first to be tried by military tribunals as established by President Bush, Vice President Richard B. Cheney said yesterday.
Bush: Moussaoui will not be tried in military court - The decision to try Zacarias Moussaoui on terrorism charges in a federal court instead of a military tribunal was made by President Bush, based on the strength of the pending case and an assessment that an open trial would not hurt national security, Vice President Richard B. Cheney said yesterday.
Shroud Comes Off Fate of 'Disappeared' Radical - MEXICO CITY -- They were joined together in a clandestine ceremony, a blessing from a Catholic priest. It was a substitute for the wedding that had to be canceled because both bride and groom were wanted by the police.
The Afghans need a Marshall
I've been meaning to say something about Gordon Brown's "Marshall Plan For the Next 50 Years" (Dec 17 Washington Post). Glenn beat me to the punch (that is why he's "InstaPundit"), but I still feel the need to pile on....(more at From Left Field)
As secure as I wanna be,
no more than before...
Our good friend Kathy has some nice things to say about Tom Ridge, and good points to make in re personal security - that is, everybody should be personally involved in addressing the threats that we face. Nobody's calling for vigilantes - well, actually, we are, but that's not a bad thing per se.
The idea of the vigilant citizen got a bad rap by way of "vigilance committees" and "vigilantes". We certainly don't want a return to lawless justice, but that doesn't mean that a person should sit idly by while the thugs do their damge. This is about empowerment - realizing that there is something that you can do, and doing it.
Now, I'm not argiung that we should all go out looking for danger so that we can put ourselves into that danger. "Discretion is the better part of valour" still rings true. There are, however, things that we can do to help that don't put ourselves into danger. But, when you do find youself in danger, then you better be ready to act - if not in defense of others, then at least consider your own safety.
If you're prepared, then thugs can only do as much damage as you let them do...
I want my MLB
Lookie here, Will! Chris makes the case for why D.C. won't get a baseball franchise (If these comments came from Brian, then I woulda read a little "neener neener nee-ner" into them).
I would counter that my beloved Bay Area has TWO baseball teams and TWO football teams in fairly close proximity to each other. But, those teams have "history" where they're at, so I really couldn't offer that example as relevant. However, unless professional football plays by different market rules, then it seems to me that "proximity" isn't a very good reason. Look, the Ravens got to go to Baltimore, even though there was already a pro football team in the area. And don't tell me that the For... um... er... I mean, the Redskins don't count.
The only argument that really makes sense is the fact that two franchises previously bolted the city, and some may say that DC doesn't deserve another chance....
Can we have a baseball team Will? Please! Huh, huh, can we?
Well, I guess I'll just have to be happy with watching my friends from old British colonies play cricket in Langley Park...
Blog of Fools
Tony, I haven't exactly been burning up the blogways myself the last few days ... if you want to blog it out tomorrow, I'll be ready. I'll do Punditwatch first thing, then try to match your bodacity. I will attempt to gain the advantage by not allowing porn to distract me ....
There'll be lots to talk about--blog benefactors, peacock liquor, the future of "Free Mumia" graffiti/vandalism, charges that we're whining about baseball in DC, and yet to be written news that might trip our triggers. Go easy on me tonight--see you in the morning.
I'll be a bloggin' fool!
Much apologies to our readers (and you too, Will). It's been hard for me to get into the "cycle" lately because I've been on assignments. But, I'll be on call from home tomorrow, so you can expect some bodacious bloggage type commentation from me all day long (when I'm not toggled over to my favorite live porn site, that is). In fact, I plan to start tonight!
I spent alot of time at the Oakland Coliseum when I was a sports fan. During A's games we used to sit in the outfield bleachers (now extinct) and give the opposition outfielders a hard time. Never threw anything 'cept insults out into the field, and even the insults were delivered in a sportsmanlike manner (no swearing, or bringing anybody's momma into the fray). Don't ask me 'bout them Raiders - Big Al is the reason I swore off sports. And there was more than sports happining at the coliseum - the first real concert that I ever went to was a Simon & Garfunkle "Day on the Green" show.
When did they change the name to "Network Associates Coliseum"? I see that they did some major renovations, but at least the BART train still runs to the coliseum - did you know that the only public transit access to the home fo the Redskins is a $5 one way Metrobus ride from Landover station? Outrageous!
Well. let me go get some dinner, catch up on my CSPAN viewage, and I'll be back sometime after tonight's J.A.G. episode.
Anthrax Vaccine Urged for Hill Staff - Federal health officials yesterday began urging Capitol Hill workers to take an as-yet unlicensed anthrax vaccine as part of a plan sparked by fears that deadly spores may be lurking in the employees' bodies and could erupt once antibiotic treatments end.
Afghan Militias Claim Victory in Tora Bora - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 17 -- Afghan militia commanders declared victory today in their battle to drive Osama bin Laden's al Qaeda fighters from their last mountain redoubts, as U.S. warplanes bombed al Qaeda troops retreating toward Pakistan and bin Laden's whereabouts remained a mystery.
Pursuit of Al Qaeda Poses New Risks - Just when the Afghan war may seem to be ending, some experts believe it is entering the most dangerous phase for U.S. troops.
With Seats Empty, Airlines Cut Fares to Bargain Levels - Airlines desperate to fill seats in the economic downturn that deepened after Sept. 11 are cutting some fares to levels not seen in years.
Al Qaeda Fleeing Toward Pakistan, U.S. Officials Say - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 17 — Hundreds of Al Qaeda fighters have fled from the caves of Tora Bora into the snow-capped mountains that mark the Pakistan border, and Osama bin Laden may be among them, according to United States intelligence officials, who acknowledged today that they had lost track of him.
Lobby Groups Find Congress in Giving Mood - WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 — Congress is dispensing last-minute legislative favors before it adjourns for the year, and lobbyists for special interests have lined up with a long list of requests, some of which raise major questions about the proper role of government in a weak economy.
Bush turns up heat on Daschle -- The Washington Times - The White House yesterday escalated its battle with Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, pressuring him to approve a bill to help the economy as House Republicans began bargaining anew with a swing Senate Democrat.
Camps Are Rubble but Their Threat Remains - WASHINGTON -- Surrounded by mud walls and hidden in the rugged mountains of eastern Afghanistan, the Khalden camp was the birthplace of deadly terrorist attacks and plots against the United States for nearly a decade.
Ugly Sports Excess
Good morning, Tony. Sorry I ducked out yesterday, but I had offers I just couldn't refuse.
I meant to rant yesterday about the ugly incident Sunday at the Browns-Jaguars game in Cleveland--a riot by fans after a questionable call went against the Browns. Later, Browns management downplayed the fans' despictable behavior. Today Michael Wilbon's column in the Washington Post pretty much sums it up. He blames Browns management, but also finds a culprit elsewhere:
I'd be remiss if I didn't assign some of the blame for this acting out to the TV networks and newspaper columnists who pay anything more than passing attention to places like "The Dawg Pound" in Cleveland and "The Black Hole" in Oakland. As often as not, these are sections of a stadium where people get painted up, dressed up, and too often lathered up. If the TV cameras show a fan often enough, he begins to think he's important, that his ability to look ridiculous somehow helps his team and distinguishes him, marks him as "caring enough" about his team.
Amen. It's just a game and the thin veneer of civilization need not be checked at the gate. Whenever I see an egregious example of excess in sports--and I'm seeing all too many these days--I'm reminded of something I believe Jack Scott said long ago: "The ancient Greeks crowned their champions with laurel wreaths, a prize which, since it withered and died, symbolized the ephemeral value of sports."
Spinsanity - The John Walker Attack on Liberalism
Three cheers for Ben - Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah! My head was starting to hurt after dealing with Steele and Sullivan (the walls aren't padded), but Ben takes on the whole gaggle, with a display of mental adroitness missing in the items being critiqued.
Why I don't like "Opies"
Lest I again be accused of saying "I don't like something, therefore it's not good", let me explain why Opus Dei drives me crazy.
The spirit of Opus Dei, literally "God's work", is something that I quite agree with - if you're going to call youself a Christian, then you ought live like a Christian. I would rather spend time with a "good soul" who happens to be an atheist, than with a "church goin' Christian". Which is where my problems with Opus Dei begin.
One of the "main features" of Opus Dei is their notion of "divine filiation": "The Christian is a child of God by virtue of baptism". This formula is at odds with the rest of the church, which recognizes that all humans are children of God. Some "squishy" Opus Dei members actually do subscribe to the broader concept, but it's the older notion that prevails.
Why does Opus Dei hold firmly to the condition of "baptism" for being "of God" when the rest of the church recognizes that baptism is a celebration of one's acceptance into the community of the faithful (Sidebar: "child of God" v. "of the community"). The only explanation that I can come up with, though Opus Dei members will deny that there's anything to my reasoning, is that Opus Dei sees itself as "correct", and the rest of the church as "wrong". I've met many members who view themselves as sort of an "elite" within the church. This isn't only antithetical to Catholicism, but it's also contrary to the spirit of Opus Dei.
I've seen to much arrogance where their should be humility, and it's very off-putting.
Mr. Hanssen's Opus
Don't get me started on Opus Dei, Will. The "personal prelature" is OK in concept, but "Opies" drive me crazy. Me and Joann P. dealt with Opus Dei in the fray awhile back. By the way, Opus Dei isn't an "order" - it's more a "society". But, I didn't watch 60 Minutes, so I'll defer to your comments.
Can I claim a little more QP pointage? Josh just picked up on "the freak's" connection to al Qaeda. QP noted the connection on Dec 4th. We can disagree about whether what'shisname oughta be subject to prosecution by a military commission, but you can't deny his links to al Qaeda.
Well, I'm sitting here on call in our downtown office, so I may not be back til this evening.
60 Minutes Kink
Tony, great to see "Above the fold" posted so early. I hope those fleeing al Qaeda are alternately freezing from the mountain cold and being singed by fiery American ordnance. We heard a lot early in the war about how the Afghan winter would shut down the fighting, but like many other predictions, that one appears to have been overblown.
Between changing the sheets and watching Blazing Saddles, did you catch 60 Minutes last night? I was appalled at Lesley Stahl's fixation on spy Robert Hanssen's kinky sex life, egged on by the leering Norman Mailer, who's apparently doing a book and cooperating on a movie about the traitorous FBI agent. When Stahl wasn't obsessing on Hanssen's "betrayal" of his wife, she was hitting his betrayal of Opus Dei, the Catholic order he joined.
While the sex stuff is sensational, the real story continues to be FBI's complete and utter failure to exercise the most routine supervision of its employees. Now it turns out that the FBI was tipped off about Hanssen long before they investigated him. At the time of the plea bargain in his case, I questioned whether Hanssen's wife should be entitled to his pension, a pension earned selling out the United States. She had to have been at least an enabler, if not a co-conspirator. The revelations about her role in Hanssen's non-spying kinks don't make her look very sympathetic, nor does the report that she still "loves" him and forgives him. It's easy to forgive with that big pension rolling in every month.
Remnants of Al Qaeda Flee Toward Pakistan - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 16 -- Hundreds of al Qaeda fighters were escaping into snowy mountains toward Pakistan today as the battle to seize their mountainous base appeared to be nearing a close, Afghan commanders said. There was no sign of the primary target of U.S. operations in Afghanistan, their leader Osama bin Laden.
Deal-Making Let Many Leaders of Taliban Escape - KABUL, Afghanistan, Dec. 16 -- The Taliban has been driven from power, but almost all its top leaders remain at large, in many cases through battlefield deals that exchanged the peaceful surrender of territory for the safety of the defeated commander.
Rumsfeld: Mission Far From Over - BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Dec. 16 -- Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld made an upbeat visit to newly liberated Afghanistan today, meeting with two of the country's top interim leaders and hundreds of U.S. troops guarding this heavily damaged former Soviet base.
Arafat Demands Halt in Attacks Against Israelis - RAMALLAH, West Bank, Dec. 16 — With the United States and Europe pressuring him hard to stop anti- Israel terrorism, Yasir Arafat went on Palestinian television tonight to appeal for a halt to all armed activities against Israelis, including suicide bombings.
Terror War Not Over, Even in Afghanistan - WASHINGTON, Dec. 16 — With the collapse of Al Qaeda forces in Tora Bora and the installation of a new, if shaky, government in Afghanistan, the Bush administration is putting out two messages: It's not over till it's over, and even when this first phase of the war does end, Mr. Bush plans to move quickly to other terrorist havens.
U.S. Officials Say Al Qaeda Routed From Afghanistan - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 16 — American officials said today that Al Qaeda had been effectively destroyed in Afghanistan, and Afghan commanders here declared victory in the fierce battle for the mountain stronghold of Osama bin Laden's organization. But neither Americans nor Afghans said they knew where Mr. bin Laden was.
Loyalty in Rural Afghanistan Places Tribe Before Country - NAWNAIZ, Afghanistan, Dec. 16 — Wrapped in dark blankets and thick, dark turbans, three fierce-looking tribesmen stared at the outsiders approaching the village. The tribesmen's narrowed eyes and weathered faces radiated distrust.
Al Qaeda routed from Tora Bora caves - ISLAMABAD, Pakistan —Afghan ground forces claimed yesterday to have nearly won the war by routing al Qaeda fighters from their mountain lairs in Eastern Afghanistan, but Osama bin Laden's whereabouts remained unknown.
Firms Hit Hard as Asbestos Claims Rise - A series of multimillion-dollar jury awards to victims of asbestos exposure in recent months is sending shock waves through corporate America, contributing to several major bankruptcy filings and warnings of massive future damages.
Ahhhh... clean sheets...
Kitty Dakkar just curled on the pillows - the case is still warm from the drier.
Yes, my musical tastes are eclectic! I like everything from Gregorian chant (go figure) to Punk. Remember several years ago when Gregorian chant was suddenly "cool"? Well, I pulled out some old tape recordings for my friends to hear, and told them that I was one of the voices. Of course, they all thought I was full of it, until I explained that the recordings were made between 1983 and 1985 - while I was a seminarian. Advantage Tony Adragna!...
You're "doing cards"? I send e-cards! I always make sure to pick something that prints out nicely - just in case you want something for the mantle...
Do you still fold your clothes to fit in a seabag? (that's "dufflebag" to you "dogfaces"). I do! Not that I'm some kinda obsessive-compulsive or anything - it's just that "the system" is the only way that I can store all of my clothes. I don't really know where all these clothes came from, because I don't shop... I do have a good solution to that "sock" thingy - all of my socks match...
I need to amplify that I'm not making any criticism regarding Brooks' Atlantic piece - he may end up saying exactly the same thing that both of us are saying. I always find that the most useful criticism comes from someone who has actually bothered to read (listen to) the arguments. I sure do wish that some people had read my argument before attributing to it some assumptions that I carefully point out are not at the foundation of my argument...
Ooooh, gotta go - "Blazing Saddles" just came on Comedy Central (I'm sure they won't edit it the same way that Family Channel did). Sorry, I just can't get into the news cycle today...
Tony, I'm sitting here doing my Christmas cards, watching the Redskins' game on "mute" TV while listening to the radio broadcast by Sonny Jurgenson, Sam Huff and Frank Herzog. There's a pile of laundry that needs folding beside me--ocassionally I'll spend five minutes or so trying to match up socks during a commercial.
Your musical tastes are quite eclectic--The Sound of Music a few weekends ago, The Wall last night. I prefer the former of those two. My favorite musical, by the way, is Cabaret.
I think I've said before that I'm in the tank for David Brooks. He is a marvelous observer of politics, culture, and their nexus. I haven't read his latest Atlantic article, either, so I would tend to agree with you, in the absence of his argument, that the red and blue states aren't all that far apart. A columnist I'll highlight on Wednesday makes the point that the war has shown that Americans agree on 80% of things. The pundits tend to focus on the 20%. Like you, I think he's on to something with the "economic envy" theory.
Hope you'll be back after you've cleaned your room. Thanks for the kind words on PW; I would have no life if not for the weekend talking heads ....
I hit "The Wall" last night...
Should I congratulate on another stellar Punditwatch, Will?
I've been catching up on my CSPAN viewing. David Brooks was on this morning, talking about his latest Atlantic Monthly article, "One Nation, Slightly Divisible". I haven't read the piece (I'm a cheapskate), so I can't comment. But, I'll have to reserve the right to object. It seems that he starts with this "Red -Blue" divide (remember those electoral maps?), and while he tries to play down the differences, I still think that the whole notion is overblown.
This is my main objection: there has been alot of pointing at "the map" and saying "see, America's predominantly ____." The problem is that "the map" doesn't reflect the attitudes, leanings, beliefs, etc. of every voter - it merely says "____ won in this state", even where the margin was fairly small.
I do think that Brooks hit the mark when he addressed "economic envy". There is less "envy" in parts of the US where there are fewer "big ticket" experiences to be had. He illustrated the point by drawing comparisons between dining establishments in the typical "Red" v. "Blue" area. Take DC, for example, where the average meal is $20 per plate (not including drinks & gratuity), whereas in a community that boasts "Red Lobster" as one of its classier restaurants $20 could feed two. In other words, dining out in some places is more "democratic". The point that Brooks was making is that in places where "economic inequality" is more visible, "economic envy" is more present.
In my more radical days I would've twisted Brooks' words, and started ranting about how this is just another sign of how corrupt & uncaring our capitalist pigs are. Thank God I grew up! But, last night I experienced a little flashback to those days. VH1 ran Pink Floyd's "The Wall" (1982). I don't remember what I was on the first time I saw the movie, but the flashback was way kewl.
I hafta go finish cleaning my room now...
For a Good Time, Read Punditwatch
George Will talks about sex, David Brooks talks about Mrs. Tweedy, and Al Hunt admires a tough hombre, all in the latest Punditwatch, just posted.
Afghan Courts a Broken Nation - KABUL, Afghanistan -- The summit began, as so many here do, with the figs. To break fast at the end of another day of Ramadan, Hamid Karzai took one from a box that was then passed around the gathering of dozens of political and military leaders. With all eyes on him, Karzai chatted amiably with a political rival, Abdurrab Rasul Sayyaf.
Al Qaeda On the Run; Bin Laden Still Elusive - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 15 -- Afghan fighters and U.S. Special Forces scoured mountainsides today in an effort to root out Osama bin Laden's loyalists, reporting advances against al Qaeda's positions but no fresh evidence that they were closing in on its leader.
Chemical Plants Are Feared as Targets - The out-of-town pilot who landed at the Copperhill, Tenn., airport called himself "Mo" and asked a lot of questions. He was particularly interested in a chemical plant he had just flown over: What kind of chemicals are in those massive storage tanks?
Equal Opportunity Recession: Almost Everyone Is Feeling It - In the three months since Sept. 11, the economic downturn has quickly become one of the broadest on record.
Tora Bora Attack Advances in Tough Fighting - TORA BORA, Afghanistan, Dec. 15 — Even as American forces and their Afghan allies close in on Al Qaeda fighters in the mountains here, the forbidding terrain and the stubbornness of some of the foreign followers of Osama bin Laden are making the struggle for Tora Bora the most complex battle of the war.
Steep Rise in Gun Sales Reflects Post-Attack Fears - Since Sept. 11, more Americans are taking what many consider to be the most personal step toward feeling safer: arming themselves.
Israel steps up search for militants - GAZA STRIP — Israeli troops searching for militants flattened houses and security buildings in the Gaza Strip yesterday and briefly took over part of a Palestinian town, setting up tents outside a girls' high school. Five Palestinians were killed, more than 50 hurt and 15 arrested, witnesses and officials said.
Tora Bora fighters may be crumbling - TORA BORA, Afghanistan — The last major pocket of al-Qaida resistance in Afghanistan appeared to be crumbling yesterday as groups of fighters loyal to Osama bin Laden were captured or fled and others debated over two-way radios whether to surrender.
Fraudulent Passports Key Weapon for Terrorists - BRUSSELS -- The murder weapons were a bomb and two passports.
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Wonderful panoramic view can be seen from the roof (platform) of Gediminas Tower (Upper Castle Tower)
Despite wars and destructions, the architectural ensemble of Vilnius Old Town remains unique. Baroque domes and towers of Vilnius Old Town coexist with an irregular medieval city plan
Vilnius Old Town is lacking German or Scandinavian features, rather reminiscent of Prague or Rome, Vilnius differs greatly from the other Baltic capitals
The Vilnius Picture Gallery (Chodkiewicz Palace)
The family of the noblemen Chodkiewicz bought a house that stood on this site, and transformed it into a Renaissance residenceGrand Hall of the Vilnius Picture Gallery in former Chodkiewicz PalaceThe Classicist interior of the palace is a notable feature of the building of former Chodkiewicz Palace, today the Vilnius Picture GalleryAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2020
In this house, belonging at the time to a university professor, Adam Mickiewicz stayed for a short period in 1822 and completed the poem "Gražina"It is small museum of three rooms but it is currently being expended. Among the exhibits are several portraits of Adam Mickiewicz and some period furniture, including a table and chair from Kaunas and a chair from Paris that the poet himself usedThe exibition includes among the many volumes of his work in foreign languages, for instance, a Persian translation of his "Sonnets from the Crimea" All photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2020
Church of St. Theresa (Interior)
The interior od the church is in the Rococo style with the exception of the Pac Chapel, which is late Baroque in the exterior, and rather Classical in the interior Impressive, gently-curved church pulpit in the Rococo style is created from wood and gold-plated tin in the second half of the 18th centuryThe church's mural painting is the only one of its size remaining in Lithuania. One arch depicts 19 scenes from St. Theresa's lifeAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2020
Mindaugas Bridge is constructed in 2003. It has the name of the only Lithuanian King crowned on July 6th, 1253On the foothill on the left riverside of Neris, there is a Renaissance building of Old Arsenal followed by the buildings of House of the Castle Keeper and New Arsenal On the right riverside of Neris, a new business center of Vilnius is growing during the last two decadesAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2019
Bronze door of the Central Library of Vilnius University. It portrays the university's history (est. 1579) along with that of Konigsberg's University (est. 1544)The Observatory Tower, on the spire of which the Jesuit university founders placed an IHS monogram of JesusThe building's façade is decorated in Rococo-style window framing with sun and Zodiac signes, with mathematical and astronomical instruments in between the windows All photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2018
A semi-circular corridor of the Bastion of Vilnius, where cannons were lined up at embrasures, was called a casemate. A special platform with a parapet for heavy artillery was built on the terrace of the bastionA 48-m long, 2,8-m wide and 3,5 m high impressive tunnel leads from the tower to the underground casemate. Cannons brought to the tower would be rolled down this tunnelThe main part of the Bastion of Vilnius is the casemate. It is an underground horseshoe-shaped room for cannons. The casemate forms a semicircle around a 3-4 metre-high hill heightened with sand. From the outside the façade is 8 m high, and sloping, and is built from bricksAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2020
The church was financed by Grand Chancellor of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Grand Hetman, and Vilnius Voivode - Lew Sapieha, who had converted to Roman Catholicism from Calvinism. He was one of the most influential nobles in the Grand Duchy of LithuaniaLew Sapieha gave the church and surrounding buildings for the Bernardine nuns to have a convent and built a Sapieha family mausoleum in the churchThe convent was also a place where the daughters of rich aristocrats were taught. Today, the Church Heritage Museum operates in the churchAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2019
The entrance to the courtyard in which the Judenrat (Jewish Council) was located during WWII in the Large Jewish Ghetto in VilniusThe building of the Judenrat which functioned from September 1941 to September 1943 within the Large Jewish Ghetto that was formed around Rūdninkų SquareHebrew inscription above the windows on a former Jewish shopAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2019
Defensive City Walls of Vilnius
It is thought that a settlement existed on this site before the times of Gediminas and even Mindaugas (killed in 1263), in the 12th centuryThere are several interesting buildings on Bokšto StreetView of Vilnius' Bastion from Bokšto StreetAll photos are copyrighted by Vladislav B. Sotirovic© Vladislav B. Sotirovic 2018
Tags: Baroque, Old Town, Renaissance, Vilnius
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Summary for Philodromus buxi (Araneae)
View time series maps for Philodromus buxi
Name: Philodromus buxi
Authority: Simon, 1884
Family: Philodromidae
IUCN status: NA
1992-on hectads: 7
Pre-1992 hectads: 1
Total hectads: 8
5m to 5m
A single female was taken at Bloxworth by O. Pickard-Cambridge in the nineteenth century (Locket et al. 1974). Two males were collected on two separate dates in 2014 in a Malaise trap located on a green roof in Greenwich (Wilson, 2015), it was found to be numerous in one area in the Lee valley in 2016 and has also been found at a site in Thurrock in Essex in the same year. The species is absent from Scandinavia, but has been recorded from France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Hungary, Romania and the Iberian Peninsula.
In Europe the species can be found on bushes and trees.
The species was deleted from the British checklist (Merrett & Murphy 2000) because only one specimen had ever been recorded from Britain in the nineteenth century, and there may have been confusion over its origin. We currently do not know how the 2014 specimens came to be in Greenwich, but the suspicion that a population exists in the local area has been proven, and the species will probably increasingly start appearing elsewhere in the region.
Author of profile: P.R. Harvey References
Adult Season Data (based on 20 records with adult season information)
Broad Habitat Data (based on 11 records with habitat information)
no subhabitat data available
Structural Habitat Data (based on 29 records with structural habitat information)
Habitat Detail and Method (based on 30 records with habitat detail and method information)
Recorded management for locations with Philodromus buxi
Recorded substrate and hydrology for locations with Philodromus buxi
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Birmingham Press / 15 April, 2015
TimeBank calls on Birmingham businesses to get staff volunteering.
TimeBank, the national volunteering charity, has launched a Spring into Action campaign, calling on Birmingham businesses to get their staff volunteering this May.
The charity already runs a successful employee volunteering programme, working with companies such as EE, CEB, BP and Balfour Beatty.
Now it plans to mark the National Day of Employee Volunteering on May 15 by launching a week long campaign to encourage more companies to get involved.
The charity says volunteering helps staff develop leadership, decision-making and negotiation skills. It can also help staff develop as individuals, boost morale and improve retention. Volunteers can also make a vital contribution to the communities where they live and work – whether that’s decorating a youth centre, maintaining a park for future generations to enjoy or helping a local charity to grow.
Helen Walker, Chief Executive of TimeBank, says: “Volunteering can be a cost- effective option for team building, away days, or offer training and development opportunities for staff. Most importantly, it enables companies to make a real difference in their local communities.”
Shelley Hoppe, CEO of creative agency Southerly, where staff volunteered to build a reading corner at a local school says: “We could have simply had a whip round in the office and donated money to charity. But we wanted to use our creative skills to bond as a team, have fun and do something to make a big impact somewhere nearby that really needed it.”
If you’d like to do something similar, take a look at www.timebank.org.uk/employee-volunteering/Spring-into-Action or get in touch with Richard Gaskin on 07538 476590, email richardg@timebank.org.uk
15 April, 2015 in Business, Community. Tags: TimeBank
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Weekend Picks: Albino Skunk Music Festival
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The Albino Skunk Music Festival takes place on the grounds of Glynn and Susan Zeigler’s place north of Greer, outside of Greenville, S.C.In addition to a full weekend line up of music, there are also two “de Tour de Skunk” charity Saturday morning bike rides from the 2014 SpringSkunk Music Fest. Proceeds benefit Musician’s Medical Relief. The price is $40, and for that you’ll get a commemorative shirt and some riding snacks and such.Visit AlbinoSkunk.com to purchase tickets and for all details!Camping is the best way to enjoy the Albino Skunk Music Festival. The SkunkFarm has many great places to camp, so come early to reserve your favorite spot! All vehicles remaining on SkunkFarm property overnight must pay the camping fee. (All violators will be towed.) Camping passes are sold per vehicle, so pack yours full of Skunk-goers! You will be asked to remove your dog from the property if they are disruptive, aggressive, unleashed and/or poop without the owner cleaning up after it.Gates open at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 10.Thursday, April 10th Schedule:3:30 Darby Wilcox4:45 Underhill Rose6:05 Jon Stickley Trio7:30 Kevin Abernathy8:55 New Country Rehab10:20 Love CanonFriday, April 11th Schedule:2:40 Jacob Johnson3:45 Erin McDermott5:00 Jeff Sipe Trio6:15 Poor Old Shine7:30 Missy Raines8:55 Big Sandy10:20 The Whiskey GentrySaturday, April 12th Schedule:9:30 Yoga Skunkin’ @ Circus Tent11:30 Nathan Reich12:40 The Barefoot Movement1:40 Shannon Whitworth Band2:00 JuiceBox @ the Kiddie Stage2:40 The Fox Fire3:50 The Brothers Comatose4:00 Sol Driven Train @ the Kiddie Stage4:50 The Barefoot Movement5:00 Dr. Banjo Bluegrass Jam Demo @ Peach Pickin’ Shed5:55 Shannon Whitworth Band7:00 Andrew Combs8:10 Poor Old Shine9:20 The Brothers Comatose10:30 Sol Driven Train read more
Taking care of self & leading during tough times
Why we made this:We know these are unparalleled and challenging times for so many. This video is the first in a three-part series of taking care during tough times. First, I’m joined by Amy Downs, the President & CEO of Allegiance Credit Union and Leo Ardine, the President and CEO of United Teletech Financial Federal Credit Union, for a quick discussion on taking care of yourself.In the midst of a crisis, self care is not only critical for your own wellbeing, but also essential for effective leadership of others. Both Amy and Leo are well-known leaders in the credit union space and have significant wisdom and experience to offer on this topic. Our conversation ranges from how to breathe effectively and fill up your own “buckets,” to good decision-making and how to not be “crunchy.” Stay tuned for part two of the series coming soon.Listen to more:Listen to The CUInsight Experience Podcast featuring Amy Downs – Resist complacency (#38)Listen to The CUInsight Experience Podcast featuring Leo Ardine – Searching inside yourself (#21)Listen to The CUInsight Experience Podcast featuring Lauren Culp – Looking forward (#39)Video highlights:1:35 – Leo shares how mindfulness can really help during a time like this4:05 – Leo leads Amy and Lauren in a breathing exercise6:20 – Amy shares her experience with a different crisis, the Oklahoma City Bombing in 19959:14 – Amy explains how going through that crisis changed how her leadership approach now (over-communicating is important)12:43 – Leo shares on resilience, connection points, and perspective-taking13:30 – Lauren asks, how does self-care link to effective leadership?13:47 – Amy says, “If you are not taking care of yourself, you can’t take care of other people.”14:25 – Leo talks about when his team can tell he is getting “crunchy,” and how he loads up on other self-care practices15:51 – Leo gives tips to overcome decision fatigue and challenging the other side of your brain17:45 – Lauren asks, how can leaders make good decisions under pressure?19:30 – Amy and Leo share their one “most critical” takeaway ShareShareSharePrintMailGooglePinterestDiggRedditStumbleuponDeliciousBufferTumblr,Lauren Culp Lauren Culp is the Publisher & CEO at CUInsight.com.She leads the growing team at CUInsight, works with organizations serving credit unions to maximize their brand and exposure, connects … Web: https://www.cuinsight.com Details read more
The post-pandemic tech your credit union needs now
ShareShareSharePrintMailGooglePinterestDiggRedditStumbleuponDeliciousBufferTumblr continue reading » Everything is different today in financial services.That means your credit union.For the past decade, many credit union executives smiling agreed that they needed to make changes to keep pace with the mega banks—but times have been good and talk was cheap. Almost all clung to their traditional, branch-centric financial services practices.The branch is king, long live the branch!Except no more.In many states, branches have been closed for months.
Saeb Erekat: Key Palestinian negotiator dies of Covid-19
The 65-year-old was in the public eye for decades as the Palestinians’ chief negotiator with Israel.- Advertisement –
Two COVID-19-positive women in Central Java stopped from shopping trip
Health authorities in Central Java have forced two women to self-isolate after they had planned to visit shopping centers despite having tested positive for COVID-19.The women, who are residents of Semarang and were only identified as F and L, reportedly had a conversation on WhatsApp, in which one of them allegedly prodded the other to spread the virus.Screen captures of the alleged chat went viral on social media. Hakam said the Karanganyar Community Health Center (Puskesmas) had traced the contacts of F and L as well as their families, and some of their family members subsequently tested positive for the coronavirus.However, they were allowed to undergo self-isolation with close monitoring by the authorities as they showed only mild symptoms.L and her two children were now in isolation at the mayoral residence, Hakam said, while F was in self-isolation at home as she had to take care of her mother, who had also been infected with the virus and had just returned from the hospital.“F is the only child, so she doesn’t have any siblings to take care of her mother,” Hakam said.Moreover, he said, the task force was also considering the psychological health of F’s mother, whose husband had died recently.Semarang Mayor Hendrar Prihadi said he had coordinated with the Semarang Health Agency and other stakeholders in handling the case.“This is just a misunderstanding between neighbors whose conversation was spread through [WhatsApp],” Hendrar said, as he called on the public not to worry about this incident.In an interview with Kompas TV, Central Java Governor Ganjar Pranowo admitted that many residents still had poor understanding of COVID-19, while some were upset or confused about the situation.“If you witness such cases, report them to the nearest local officials or contact me directly through social media,” Ganjar said.According to a regional regulation on the management of infectious diseases, Ganjar said, health protocol violators could be charged with six years of imprisonment or a fine of Rp 50 million (US$3,380). (syk)Topics : In the conversation, F reportedly convinced L that it was okay to travel without regard for health protocol. She said one of her neighbors who had also contracted the virus had been going out as well.Semarang Health Agency head Abdul Hakam said the local COVID-19 task force had examined the two residents.At around 5 p.m. they had been brought by ambulance to the official residence of the Mayor, Abdul told tribunnews.com on Saturday.The residence is currently being used as an isolation facility. read more
EIOPA challenged to decide fate of past accrual before HBS action
Pension funds will be unwilling to take part in a further holistic balance sheet (HBS) impact assessment until the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) decides how to treat existing deficits, the supervisor has been told.The recently concluded HBS consultation said EIOPA would consider the possibility of “grandfathering”, so that any changes would only affect future defined benefit (DB) accrual.In their responses, pension associations and consultancies argued that the matter would need to be resolved before the supervisor pushed ahead with a further quantitative impact study (QIS), but warned that any exemption would undermine the purpose of the HBS.Aon Hewitt argued that its clients would be “unwilling to invest significant time, cost and resources” in a future QIS until the treatment of past accrual were decided, especially in light of the previous study assessing a shortfall of €450bn across IORPs in the European Economic Area (EEA). “In the short term, EIOPA should advise the [European Commission] on how a long transition or exemption could work in practice,” the consultancy added.“This would be supported by the EEA pensions industry, and then there is more likely to be greater engagement in any subsequent QIS work.”EIOPA’s occupational pensions stakeholder group (OPSG) agreed that there would either be a need for prolonged transitional periods, or potentially grandfathering, or the introduction of new pension contracts, depending on the system.“Very long transitional periods are not recommended but, in some cases, may be absolutely necessary under some supervisory frameworks,” the group said.“Therefore, the choice of the supervisory framework should be evaluated also compared with the duration of transitional periods.”For its part, PensionsEurope said it would welcome both grandfathering and long transitional periods for the introduction of the HBS, while the UK’s National Association of Pension Funds (NAPF) supported grandfathering but warned that it could threaten the very purpose of the HBS.It noted that the approach would leave out of its scope funds no longer open to accrual – the large majority of UK DB funds – which were never designed to deal with an HBS.“This approach would, of course, reduce the effectiveness of the HBS as a means of protecting the full range of members’ benefits and, therefore, call into question the value of the whole exercise,” it said.“But – as explained in this response – the NAPF is confident members’ benefits in the UK already enjoy robust protection.”Respondents also warned that the HBS was being undermined by the flexibility being proposed by EIOPA in the wake of fierce industry resistance. read more
Icelandic pension assets to reach three times annual GDP in few years
“Favourable demographic developments and the fact that the pension system is relatively young may explain, to a large extent, this rapid growth of the system,” she said.Matthíasardóttir said: “The outlook for the Icelandic pension system is that it will more than double in size relative to GDP in the coming years.”Because of this, she said, the country’s pension funds had a great responsibility, and their systematic importance meant they had to move with the times and to continue contributing to the positive development of Icelandic society.Looking back, she said pension funds in Iceland had seen big asset allocation changes in the first years of this century, with a more diverse mix of asset classes taking over from government bonds, which had been the mainstay of portfolios until then.Matthíasardóttir’s article shows how the 2008 financial crisis has had a lasting impact on the size and nature of the domestic stock market.The market value of listed equity is now around ISK1.2tn (€8.6bn) compared to approximately ISK3.6tn in the summer of 2007, she wrote. Over the same time period, the pension system has expanded to ISK5trn from ISK1.6trn.The domestic bond market, meanwhile, has a market value of some ISK2.5trn, compared to ISK1.4trn in 2007, she said.While significantly smaller, though, Matthíasardóttir said the stockmarket in Iceland now reflected the economy as a whole much more accurately than it did when the market was dominated by a few large financial institutions.“Corporate bond issuance has increased, driven by increased demand from the domestic pension funds in light of the low interest rates on less risky assets, such as government bonds,” she said.Matthíasardóttir also pointed to another relatively new asset allocation direction pension funds had taken, saying they now look more to other factors than regular financial factors when evaluating investments.“The ideology of responsible investments has emerged and the pension funds have been actively involved in both the development and implementation of the methodology in Iceland and issuance of sustainable bonds has followed,” she said. The funded Icelandic pension system – already the world’s third largest relative to gross domestic product (GDP) – is set to more than double in size in the next few years, with total assets equating to as much as 320% of the island’s annual economic output, according to the manager of one pension fund.Diljá Matthíasardóttir, institutional asset management specialist at Arion bank, which has a mandate to run the independent pension fund Frjálsi, said in an article published in local newspaper Morgunblaðið: “The investment environment of the Icelandic pension funds and their portfolios has changed dramatically over the past few decades.”The funds had grown rapidly and this trend looked set to continue unabated, she said.The Icelandic pension fund system was now the third largest among OECD countries relative to GDP, Matthíasardóttir said, with the ratio of the funds’ total assets to GDP having grown to 161% at the end of 2018 from 112% 10 years before. read more
It is too bad that we do not have the baseball traditions that once abounded in this area in the past. There have been three families that come to mind in the great tradition of the Tri-County League of years gone by. The first family was the Wissels. There were at least 5 of them who played baseball at one time in the area before the family relocated to Richmond. Pete, Joe, and Lee were three that I can remember. One of the sons spent several years in pro baseball, but he could never quite crack the majors. They grew up west of town where the Alpine Berry Farm is now located. The Wennings had quite a group going as well. Ralph, Moon, and Don are three names that come to mind here. Ralph and Don still call Batesville home. Like most families, you can get several versions on who was the best of the group. The third family is the Werners. Bob, Floyd, and Ray all played for Oldenburg. Bob, who is deceased, played in the minor leagues at one time. Floyd and Ray along with Bob all played out field and manned it quite well. I know that there are younger families who all played baseball, but for most of them, the playing stopped in high school. It is a shame that we don’t have the adult leagues any more. read more
BMV Branches Closed During Labor Day Weekend
INDIANAPOLIS – Don Snemis, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), announced that all BMV license branches will be closed Saturday through Monday in observance of the Labor Day holiday.All license branches will resume their regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday.For a complete list of branch locations and hours, visit the BMV website.
IMCA extends offset nose compliance deadline to 2021
Questions can be directed to Executive Director of Competition Dave Brenn. “We will add wording to the 2021 rules for both divisions so there will be no confusion or doubt where the nosepiece must be and that will be centered on the race car,” he added. “With the shortened racing season and unanticipated volume of Modifieds and Northern SportMods this impacts, we feel it is in the best interest of our members in these divisions to extend the deadline,” stated IMCA President Brett Root. “These repairs are time consuming and can be costly. Because we do not believe it is a performance enhancing issue, we will extend the deadline and focus on notifying drivers we see competing with these cars.” VINTON, Iowa – IMCA has extended the deadline for Modified and Northern SportMod drivers with offset nosepieces to comply with divisional rules from Aug. 14 to opening night of the 2021 race season.
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Alaerts, Maaike, et al. (författare)
Lack of association of an insertion/deletion polymorphism in the G protein-coupled receptor 50 with bipolar disorder in a Northern Swedish population
Ingår i: Psychiatric Genetics. - : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. - 0955-8829 .- 1473-5873. ; 16:6, s. 235-236
Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
GPR50 is a G protein-coupled receptor, located on Xq28 and related to the melatonin receptor family. It is suggested as a functional and positional candidate gene for bipolar disorder (BP). Recently an insertion/deletion polymorphism in GPR50, Delta502-505, was found to be associated with BP in a Scottish association sample (P=0.007). When the analysis was restricted to female subjects, the association increased in significance (P=0.00023). We attempted to replicate this finding in a Northern Swedish association sample, but no significant association was detected (P=0.7, women only: P=0.65).
Amstadter, AB, et al. (författare)
Selected summaries from the XVII World Congress of Psychiatric Genetics, San Diego, California, USA, 4-8 November 2009 (vol 20, pg 229, 2010)
Ingår i: PSYCHIATRIC GENETICS. - 0955-8829. ; 21:1, s. 55-55
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Andreou, Dimitrios, et al. (författare)
Tyrosine hydroxylase Val81Met polymorphism : lack of association with schizophrenia
Ingår i: Psychiatric Genetics. - 0955-8829 .- 1473-5873. ; 19:5, s. 273-274
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Annerbrink, Kristina, 1974, et al. (författare)
Panic disorder is associated with the Val308Iso polymorphism in the hypocretin receptor gene.
Ingår i: Psychiatric genetics. - : Rapid Communications of Oxford Ltd. - 1473-5873 .- 0955-8829. ; 21:2, s. 85-9
Orexin A and B are neuropeptides influencing, for example, arousal and respiration. Although panic disorder is characterized by both enhanced proneness for arousal and by respiratory abnormalities, the possible influence of orexin-related genes on the risk of developing this disorder has not been studied until now.
Carmine, A, et al. (författare)
Two NOTCH4 polymorphisms and their relation to schizophrenia susceptibility and different personality traits
Chotai, Jayanti, et al. (författare)
Anticipation in Swedish families with schizophrenia.
Ingår i: Psychiatric Genetics. - 0955-8829 .- 1473-5873. ; 5:4, s. 181-6
Nineteen parent-offspring pairs obtained from 14 two-generation families with available medical records and diagnosis of schizophrenia were studied to compare the ages of onset of the parent generation with those of the offspring generation. The mean age of onset for the parent generation was 37.3 +/- 6.0 years and for the offspring generation was 20.8 +/- 4.4. The mean difference was thus 16.5 +/- 6.2, suggesting the occurrence of anticipation in schizophrenia (p < 0.001). Although some ascertainment biases (like reduced fertility in early-onset parents or early detection of symptoms in offsprings of affected parents) may partially contribute to the occurrence of anticipation, this study replicates recent reports of anticipation in several neuropsychiatric disorders, some of which have been shown to be associated with unstable expansions of trinucleotide repeats in the genomic DNA.
Comasco, Erika, et al. (författare)
Postpartum depression symptoms : a case-control study on monoaminergic functional polymorphisms and environmental stressors
Ingår i: Psychiatric Genetics. - 0955-8829 .- 1473-5873. ; 21:1, s. 19-28
OBJECTIVE:Postpartum depression (PPD) is an under diagnosed and under treated mood disorder, with negative impact on both the mother and the infant's health. The aim of this study is to examine whether genetic variations in the monoaminergic neurotransmitter system, together with environmental stressors, contribute to the development of PPD symptoms.METHODS:This nested case-control study included 275 women from a population-based cohort of delivering women in Sweden. A questionnaire containing the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale was collected at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. Three functional polymorphisms were genotyped, catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT)-ValMet, monoamine oxidase A (MAOA)-upstream variable number tandem repeat (uVNTR) and serotonin transporter linked polymorphic region (5HTT-LPR). Stressful life events, maternity stressors and previous psychiatric contact were considered as potential risk factors.RESULTS:COMT-ValMet was significantly associated with PPD symptoms at 6 weeks, but not at 6 months postpartum. A significant gene-gene interaction effect was present between COMT-ValMet and MAOA-uVNTR. In a gene-environment multivariate model, COMT-ValMet, psychiatric contact and maternity stressors were significantly associated with PPD symptoms. Among those with history of psychiatric problems, the COMT-ValMet and 5HTT-LPR risk variants were associated with PPD symptoms, whereas in the absence of previous psychiatric contact only maternity stressors were related to PPD symptoms.CONCLUSION:The interaction effect between monoaminergic genes and environmental stressors is likely to contribute to vulnerability for PPD. The different patterns of association according to history of psychiatric problems, if replicated, might be helpful in screening strategies.
DeYoung, Colin G., et al. (författare)
Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase Val(158)Met polymorphism associated with conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms, among adolescent male delinquents
Objective Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase gene (COMT) has been associated with antisocial behavior in populations with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study examined whether COMT would predict antisocial behavior in a sample with high levels of behavior problems, not necessarily ADHD. In addition, because previous research suggests that COMT may be associated with ADHD in males, association between COMT and ADHD symptoms was examined. Method This study tested whether variation in three polymorphisms of the COMT gene was predictive of symptoms of conduct disorder and ADHD, in a sample of 174 incarcerated Russian adolescent male delinquents. Results The Val allele of the Val(158)Met polymorphism was significantly associated with conduct disorder diagnosis and symptoms, whereas the Met allele was associated with ADHD symptoms. Conclusion The Val(158)Met polymorphism of the COMT gene shows a complex relation to behavior problems, influencing conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms in opposite directions in a high-risk population. Psychiatr Genet 20:20-24 (C) 2010 Wolters Kluwer Health vertical bar Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
DeYoung, C.G, et al. (författare)
Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase Val158Met polymorphism associated with conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms, among adolescent male delinquents
Objective: Variation in the catechol-O-methyltransferase gene (COMT) has been associated with antisocial behavior in populations with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study examined whether COMT would predict antisocial behavior in a sample with high levels of behavior problems, not necessarily ADHD. In addition, because previous research suggests that COMT may be associated with ADHD in males, association between COMT and ADHD symptoms was examined. Method: This study tested whether variation in three polymorphisms of the COMT gene was predictive of symptoms of conduct disorder and ADHD, in a sample of 174 incarcerated Russian adolescent male delinquents. Results: The Val allele of the Val¹⁵⁸ Met polymorphism was significantly associated with conduct disorder diagnosis and symptoms, whereas the Met allele was associated with ADHD symptoms. Conclusion: The Val¹⁵⁸ Met polymorphism of the COMT gene shows a complex relation to behavior problems, influencing conduct disorder and ADHD symptoms in opposite directions in a high-risk population.
Fredrikson, Mats, et al. (författare)
Different genetic factors underlie fear conditioning and episodic memory
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ObjectiveFear conditioning seems to account for the acquisition of post-traumatic stress disorder, whereas conscious recall of events in aftermath of trauma reflects episodic memory. Studies show that both fear conditioning and episodic memory are heritable, but no study has evaluated whether they reflect common or separate genetic factors. To this end, we studied episodic memory and fear conditioning in 173 healthy twin pairs using visual stimuli predicting unconditioned electric shocks.MethodsFear conditioning acquisition and extinction was determined using conditioned visual stimuli predicting unconditioned mild electric shocks, whereas electrodermal activity served as the fear learning index. Episodic memory was evaluated using cued recall of pictorial stimuli unrelated to conditioning. We used multivariate structural equation modeling to jointly analyze memory performance and acquisition as well as extinction of fear conditioning.ResultsBest-fit twin models estimated moderate genetic loadings for conditioning and memory measures, with no genetic covariation between them.ConclusionIndividual differences in fear conditioning and episodic memory reflect distinct genetically influenced processes, suggesting that the genetic risk for learning-induced anxiety disorders includes at least two memory-related genetic factors. These findings are consistent with the facts that the two separate learning forms are distant in their evolutionary development, involve different brain mechanisms, and support that genetically independent memory systems are pivotal in the development and maintenance of syndromes related to fear learning.
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Falling ratings EDITORIAL 06/22/2011
Falling ratings
Noynoy’s public satisfaction is fast dipping, losing, from his best net rating of +64 in November, to +48 this month, June, or just a week to complete his first full year as president.
That’s a big drop of 16 points, which is substantial, although predictably, Malacañang is playing it down, claiming that Noynoy still enjoys wide public support, citing the Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey’s rating of “good” at +48,
SWS’ terminology for net satisfaction ratings are the following: +70 and above, “excellent”; +50 to +69, “very good”; +30 to +49, “good”; +10 to +29, “moderate”, +9 to -9, “neutral”; -10 to -29, “poor”; -30 to -49, “bad”; -50 to -69, “very bad”; -70 and below, “execrable.”.... MORE
Political greed FRONTLINE Ninez Cacho-Olivares 06/22/2011
Political greed
What a feeble excuse for Noynoy not to sign the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) election postponement measure immediately.
In trying to rid the public of suspicion that he is delaying the passage of the law on the ARMM poll postponement, he now claims that it is scheduled for signing on June 30, 2011, in order for all the “principal sponsors” of the bill to be present during its signing.
What? When the President says he will be signing a bill, or bills, the principal sponsors, all of whom are his allies, will quickly come, no matter the date. Not to attend would be seen an ally’s disinterest in the bills he sponsored. Yet Noynoy intimates that he could not schedule the ARMM delay bill because he wants the principal sponsors around?.... MORE
Little change in Moroccan air ANALYSIS 06/22/2011
Little change in Moroccan air
PARIS — Moroccan King Mohammed VI’s proposed new Constitution would do little to change the status quo, falling short of expectations raised during the heady early days of the Arab Spring, analysts say.
“In terms of the distribution and architecture of power, this constitution is still far from democratic,” said political scientist Mohamed Madani of Mohammed V University in Rabat.
The touted new constitutional monarchy is “drowned” amid a raft of qualifiers and not backed up by the text, Madani said.
Under the draft Constitution unveiled by the king on Friday, he would remain head of state and the military and still appoint ambassadors and diplomats, while retaining the right to name top officials of unspecified “strategic” administrations.... MORE
Nepal risks political chaos over constitution task focus 06/22/2011
Nepal risks political chaos over constitution task
KATHMANDU — Having won an extension to do in three months what it failed to manage in three years, Nepal’s parliament has only deferred a crisis that threatens the Himalayan nations’s fragile peace process.
Elected in 2008 after a decade of civil war between the government and Maoist insurgents, the 601-member parliament, or Constituent Assembly, was given a two-year mandate to write a new constitution.
But even after a one-year extension granted in 2010, the country’s bickering political parties were unable to reach a consensus on the new charter — meant to pave the way for fresh elections and usher in a new social and political order after centuries of inequality.
Facing a constitutional crisis, political leaders agreed late last month to a further three-month extension and downgraded the task to just hammering out a first draft for the public to see..... MORE
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/commentary/20110622com10.html
DoJ chief wants Erap’s side in Dacer, Corbito slays By Benjamin B. Pulta 06/22/2011
DoJ chief wants Erap’s side in Dacer, Corbito slays
Former President Joseph “Erap” Estrada may still be included in the Department of Justice’s (DoJ) reinvestigation of the November 2000 murders of publicist Salvador “Bubby” Dacer and his driver Emmanuel Corbito, Secretary Leila de Lima said yesterday.
Speaking to reporters, De Lima said the former leader might be invited by prosecutors to give his side once state witness former Senior Supt. Cesar Mancao II appears before state lawyers.
“If that reference to the former President as the alleged ‘bigote’ again crops up in the statements, then so be it — he will be included (in the reinvestigation),” she told a news conference.
The DoJ chief stressed that the decision on whether to include Estrada or not would really depend on testimonies to be submitted by Mancao and other accused in the double murder case already undergoing trial in a Manila court, including former Supt. Glenn Dumlao and former Senior Supt. Michael Ray Aquino who is
expected to be extradited from the US within the week..... MORE
SC ruling ends debate on Danding SMC shares By Benjamin B. Pulta 06/22/2011
SC ruling ends debate on Danding SMC shares
The Supreme Court (SC) upheld with finality an earlier decision affirming businessman Eduardo Cojuangco Jr.’s ownership of the 20 per cent shares of outstanding capital stocks in Asian conglomerate San Miguel Corp. (SMC) that in turn ended debates on whether or not these came from the multi-billion-peso coconut levy funds.
In its ruling, the high court turned down all motions for reconsideration filed in connection with the case, and ordered that no further pleadings will be entertained and that an entry of judgment should be made in due course.
Denied were the motions filed by the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) in behalf of the government, former Solicitor General Francisco Chavez, and a multi-sectoral group headed by former Senators Jovito Salonga and Wigberto Tañada..... MORE
DFA renews call on OFWs to leave Yemen By Michaela P. del Callar 06/22/2011
DFA renews call on OFWs to leave Yemen
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) yesterday renewed its call to all remaining Filipinos in strife-torn Yemen to leave as tension in the Middle East state continues to escalate.
Since the government ordered the evacuation of all Filipinos in Yemen in May 30, only 178 of the estimated 1,200 Filipinos there have returned home.
Manila raised the crisis alert level in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa to alert level 4 on June 6, where mandatory evacuation and repatriation at the expense of Philippine government is in effect. The government has also banned work deployment and all kinds of travel to the country.
Philippine ambassador-designate to Saudi Arabia Ezzedin Tago, who leads a crisis team in Yemen, said Filipinos “should not wait until it is too late for them to leave Yemen.” Manila does not have an embassy in Yemen.
Filipino workers’ refusal to take part in government evac.... MORE
Corona orders live online ‘webcast’ of Maguindanao massacre trial By Benjamin B. Pulta 06/22/2011
Corona orders live online ‘webcast’ of Maguindanao massacre trial
A live online “webcast” of the lower court’s proceedings in the ongoing Maguindanao massacre murder case has been ordered by Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Renato Corona.
In an order to the tribunal’s Public Information Office (PIO), the head magisrate ordered the webcast to allow more people, particularly those outside the country, to view the proceedings.
Corona’s order finetuens an earlier unanimous decision on June 14, granting the request of several media entities and relatives of the massacre victims for the live broadcast of the trial.
Court administrator and spokesman Jose Midas Marquez said his team is now restructuring the Court’s website and acquiring the technical requirements to comply with the order of the Chief Justice..... MORE
15-year-old girl accuses barangay chairman of ‘selling’ her to three members of PSG By Pat C. Santos and Aytch S. de la Cruz 06/22/2011
15-year-old girl accuses barangay chairman of ‘selling’ her to three members of PSG
By Pat C. Santos and Aytch S. de la Cruz 06/22/2011
A barangay chairman is now in hot water after a 15-year-old girl filed a complaint against him at dawn Tuesday before the Manila Police District-Women’s and Children Concern Division, claiming she was sold to three members of the Presidential Security Group (PSG) in exchange for sexual orgy.
The victim identified as “Sweety” (not her real name) accused Barangay Chairman Angelo Morillo of Barangay 637, Zone 65 of pimping her to three PSG soldiers but failed to name them.
MPD Police Station 8 commander Supt. Jimmy Tiu said the incident happened around 11 p.m. in front of the barangay hall of Barangay 637, Zone 65, on J.P. Laurel Street near Malacañang, Manila.
The victim was in front of the barangay hall accompanied by two of her friends when they greeted Morillo who was then drunk, but after a few minutes Morillo grabbed the hand of the victim and pushed her towards a group of men who were also standing in front of the barangay hall..... MORE
Cagayan solon says current system not yet ready for DepEd’s K+12 program 06/22/2011
Cagayan solon says current system not yet ready for DepEd’s K+12 program
Cagayan Rep. Jack Enrile yesterday reiterated calls for Malacañang to review the implementation of the K+12 program as he pushed new rules that would make school administrators more accountable for the quality of education both in public and private schools throughout the country.
Enrile said protests from teachers and parents following the implementation of the Universal Kindergarten Program are an indication that the current school system is not ready to handle the additional load.
The K+12 program calls for additional year for both the elementary and the secondary levels..... MORE
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Brest Friends is a local Emirati foundation created by breast surgeon Dr. Houriya Kazim in order to raise awareness for breast cancer in the region. Dr. Houriya always found that breast cancer was a very taboo topic in the UAE and MENA region and as a result not discussed at home which meant that girls often were not aware of what to look out for or the importance of screening tests. In 2008 the Brest Friends foundation commissioned Ti22 Films to produce a couple of videos to help educate women in the region – the first was to be a video explaining what to look out for and how to check yourself and the second to support women who may have found a lump. A TV commercial was also commissioned to raise awareness for the videos during the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness month. It was important that these videos were authentic and real and spoke to different women. We decided to feature the stories of real life breast cancer survivors who had been treated by Dr. Houriya herself. We featured five women, four of whom were survivors – one from the UAE, Pakistan, Iran and India and our fifth lady was from Lebanon. We filmed each lady in her natural setting telling her story and also recreated scenes and created a ‘home’ for each of them by building a set in our studio – filming all studio scenes over two full days. We also filmed five different language versions of the films, with each woman speaking in her mother tongue. The TV commercials took a more mainstream approach featuring a wide cross section of women of different ages and nationalities emphasizing the importance of women and in turn the importance for women to check themselves. The two main films won Ti22 Films our very first World Medals at the New York Festivals International Television and Film Awards in 2008, winning two Gold World Medals in the categories of ‘Public Information’ and ‘Sociaety and Social Issues’ and two Silver World Medals in the categories of ‘Directing’ and ‘Cinematography’.
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Novak Djokovic won his seventh Australian Open title and 15th Grand Slam
A look at how Novak Djokovic became a 15-time Grand Slam champion following his seventh Australian Open triumph on Sunday.
Djokovic produced one of the great Grand Slam final performances to crush his great rival Rafael Nadal and make more history in Melbourne.
We chart Djokovic's journey to the top echelons of the sport and his Grand Slam winning success stories...
Djokovic turned professional in 2003, when he was still a teenager, after a junior career which saw him reach the Australian Open semi-finals.
First Grand Slam appearance
Two years later he made his first Grand Slam appearance Down Under, where he was defeated by eventual champion Marat Safin.
Djokovic teamed up with his good friend Andy Murray, who would go on to become a great rival at the Grand Slams, for the men's doubles at the 2006 Australian Open.
Maiden Tour title
The Serb celebrated winning his first ATP title at the Dutch Open in Amersfoort with a silver-plated iPod and some flowers.
Off-court requests
As the titles came, so were demands for more promotional shoots - like this one in Monte Carlo ...
... and this fashion show which was part of the Rogers Cup Tennis Tournament.
Consistent performer
More trophies quickly followed ... like this one at the ATP Vienna Open in 2017 after victory against Stan Wawrinka.
Maiden Grand Slam title
Djokovic beat Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to earn his first Grand Slam singles title at the 2008 Australian Open ...
... but he had to wait until 2011 before lifting his second major title, beating Murray at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
First Wimbledon triumph
In the summer he landed his first Wimbledon title after downing defending champion Rafael Nadal.
Top seed Djokovic secured the US Open to claim three of the four Grand Slams that year.
Melbourne joy
The man known as the 'Serbinator' earned yet more success Down Under in 2012.
He made it three in a row at the Australian Open in 2013 when he beat Murray.
Djokovic was a runner-up, after defeat in the 2012 French Open final, once again to his arch nemesis Nadal at the 2013 US Open.
The Serb was once again seduced by the Spaniard in the final of the French Open in 2014.
Back to winning ways
Having lost his previous three major finals, Djokovic hired Boris Becker, and walked away with his second Wimbledon title in 2014.
More success Down Under
Djokovic becomes a five-time Australian Open champion and an eight-time Grand Slam winner after beating Murray in the final.
From dejection to joy
After losing out in the French Open final for the third time in disappointing fashion, he returned to Wimbledon to claim his third title and ninth Grand Slam crown by beating Roger Federer.
At home in the Big Apple
Djokovic celebrates his second US Open title and 10th major after defeating Federer at the US Open.
Sixth Melbourne success
Djokovic holds the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after beating Murray to win in Australia for a sixth time.
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Career Grand Slam
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Djokovic finally ended his wait for a Roland Garros title by beating Murray in the showpiece to complete the career Grand Slam and hold all four major titles.
Lucky No 13
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Twelve months on from retiring from his quarter-final encounter with Tomas Berdych, Djokovic returned to the winners' circle with an assured victory against Kevin Anderson to capture his first major championship success since the French Open in 2016.
Level with Pistol Pete
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A couple of months later and he collected his 14th Grand Slam title and second in a row by defeating 2009 champion Del Potro 6-3 7-6 (7-4) 6-3 as his form resembled the machine that held all four major titles at the same time in 2016.
One of the great performances
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Djokovic needed just two hours and four minutes to claim a 6-3 6-2 6-3 victory and a 15th Grand Slam crown as he destroyed Rafael Nadal to separate him from the tie he was in with Roy Emerson and Roger Federer, while he became the first man ever to win three successive major titles on three different occasions.
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Marlin Crawler for Automatic Transmissions
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Author: Phil Johnson March 2000 Editor: Scott Wilson
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7th Annual 4Runner Jamboree
'Slow is better, Marlin Crawler is best,' is what I heard when talking with other 4Runner owners at my first trail run, the 1999 4Runner Jamboree. I knew very little about wheeling when I started the weekend, but by the time I left, I had made some new friends and was planning the first of many modifications! After hearing testimonies of Marlin's customers, and seeing their crawlers in action, I knew I wanted a Marlin Crawler in my truck, a 1995 4Runner with an automatic transmission. I quickly learned that I could not have a crawler because they would not mate up to my automatic transmission. Everyone I asked told me "you can't put Crawler gears in an automatic." Marlin himself was even skeptical.
At Marlin Crawler's shop
When someone tells me I can't do something, I get more determined to do it, or at least fully understand why I can't do it. This "can't do" caused me to spend many hours researching Toyota automatic transmissions and transfer cases, and before I was done this "can't do" would be a "can do, and it's done." This research ended with me swapping my automatic transmission for a newer model, and installing a Marlin Crawler Ultimate dual transfer case. I took my research to Marlin who was also working on this idea. Together we solved the remaining engineering problems of swapping the newer automatic transmission into my truck, and with Marlin's new adapter plate, installed an 'Ultimate' transfer case into my truck. Many thanks go to Marlin, David and Aaron at Marlin Crawler who helped make this happen.
This article is divided into two parts. The first part details the automatic transmission swap. The second part covers the Ultimate Crawler Dual Transfer Case installation.
A340H to A340F Automatic Transmission Swap
The only way to have lower gears in a Toyota transfer case is to use the old gear-driven 4 cylinder transfer case. I had to find a way to mate one of these transfer cases to the automatic transmission in my truck. My 95 4Runner started life with a model A340H transmission, which has an integrated hydraulic-actuated transfer case. The transmission and transfer case are designed to act as one complete system, and even share the same automatic transmission fluid. For all practical purposes the two cannot be separated. Research uncovered that Toyota makes one other 4WD automatic transmission, the model A340F. This transmission uses a manually-actuated transfer case that can be separated from the transmission. The transfer case used with this transmission is not a type that lower gears can be put into, instead it is chain driven. Some way had to be found to mate a 4 cylinder transfer case to the A340F transmission, and Marlin Crawler had the answer. Marlin Crawler created the solution, and he now offers an adapter plate to mount his transfer cases to the A340F transmission.
The A340H & A340F transmissions have nearly identical dimensions and share the same main case and bolt patterns. Both are electronically controlled 4-speed overdrive units. The fundamental operation of the two models is the same. The donor vehicle for my A340F transmission was a 1998 4Runner. I received the transmission, transfer case and torque converter from this vehicle. The transmission swap shown here should be the same for any 1996 or newer A340F transmission replacing an A340H in a 1995 or older V6 vehicle, 4 cylinder vehicles may differ.
Follow these steps to begin removing the A340H transmission: Disconnect the kick-down cable from the throttle body on top of the engine. Cut any cable ties bundling the wiring harness that runs across the top of the transmission and the kick-down cable running down the passenger side of the engine. Disconnect the wiring to the transmission & transfer case at three plugs near the bell housing on the passenger side. Take care not to damage the bell housing, wiring, temperature sensor, kick-down cable, oil pan or filler tube, as these will be transferred to the A340F transmission.
A340H & A340F Transmissions
Next, remove the bell housing and transfer case from the new transmission. Place the two transmissions side by side. Disconnect the wiring plugs from the old transmission. Cut ONLY the two wires that go to the solenoid on the transfer case of the A340H transmission (these have NO individual connector). On both transmissions, remove the temp sensors located near the bell housing on the passenger side. Install the old temp sensor on the new transmission using a small amount of Toyota FIPG (sealant).
Now remove both oil pans. On each transmission, disconnect the wiring from the solenoids and remove them. Install the solenoid wiring (connected to the entire harness) from the old transmission into the new transmission. Use a small amount of Toyota FIPG on the plug into the transmission case to prevent ATF leakage. Remove both kick-down cables and install the A340H kick-down cable on the A340F transmission. Install the A340H oil pan on the A340F transmission using Toyota FIPG.
A340H & A340F bell housings
Next, install the A340H bell housing on the A340F transmission. Connect the wiring plug to the neutral safety switch. Use cable ties to bundle the excess wiring up on top of the new transmission. Leave the two-wire plug for the speed sensor accessible. If necessary, install the shift lever from the old transmission to the new transmission. Remove the speed sensor from the tail housing on the new transmission, as well as the speed sensor rotor from the end of the mainshaft of the A340F transmission.
Remove and save the speed sensor from the tail housing on the A340H transmission. Remove the transfer case from the old transmission, so that the speed sensor magnetic rotor from the mainshaft of the old transmission (located just past the end of the main case) can be removed. This may require removing gears from end of the mainshaft. We obtained a used magnetic rotor from a core A340H that was already torn apart in Marlin's shop.
The speed sensor and magnetic rotor from the A340H must be installed in the new transmission. This requires some very precise machine work. It is not something that can be done with hand tools. Before the magnetic rotor can be placed in the A340F, it also must be machined. Marlin is creating a kit that will include a machined tail housing for the speed sensor and a machined magnetic sensor that will fit properly on the mainshaft. Look for this information on Marlin Crawler's web site in April, 2000.
The magnetic rotor must be placed on the mainshaft with the backside towards the main case and the magnet facing towards the rear. The magnetic rotor will fit on the mainshaft, but the backside must be machined just deep and wide enough to clearance the main case first. We used a small milling machine and an adjustable center bore to do the machine work.
Modified Tail Housing
Now the A340H speed sensor must be installed in the tail housing of the A340F transmission, such that the end of the sensor is pointed at the center of the mainshaft, 0.12" from the magnetic rotor. This is a critical dimension for the proper signal to be generated for the ECU. It is possible it would still function if the clearance was less, but certainly it should not be more than 0.12". The hole is drilled into the tail housing near the location of the existing speed sensor hole. This area of the tail housing is thick enough to hold the sensor. Once again, we used a small milling machine to drill the new hole and mill the face of the area at the hole so the sensor would sit flush to the tail housing. The existing hole was plugged with a slightly swaged 19/32 aluminum freeze plug and Toyota FIPG.
Speed sensor mounted in the machined tail housing
We installed the speed sensor in the new hole after the new transmission was mated to the dual case. This was to ensure that the sensor did not get damaged during the installation of the dual case.
The original shifter assembly inside the cab would not work with the new transmission. The shift linkage is on the other side and there is no way to accommodate the new manual transfer case shifter, or in my case, the Crawler reduction box shifter.
Old shift assembly
I chose a 1997 4Runner Limited shifter assembly to replace mine. It is designed for the new transmission and has a 4WD switch in the transfer case shift handle. The switch activates the 4WD solenoid on the transfer case. Right now this switch has no function on my truck, though later it will become my ARB switch.
Next remove the A340H shifter assembly. The wiring for the park lock solenoid, lamp and OD switch were all the same as in the old shifter assembly. I simply cut and spliced the connectors from my old shifter onto the new one. The wire colors were identical which made it an easy operation.
Floor Modifications
Place the new shifter over the existing hole and mark the floor where the hole has to be opened. Carefully cut the floor and re-fit the shifter until it sits flush to the floor. Check the alignment with the console in place to get the right placement. Mark the holes and drill. I used the existing bolts with nuts on the underside. This meant it was a two person operation to tighten them. Smaller holes with sheet metal screws would probably work and be a lot easier.
The new shifter does not seal the floor due to the different hole cutouts. I glued some 1/16 rubber to the underside of the new shifter and sealed the edges with silicone sealant before bolting it down. Then I went underneath and applied more sealant to ensure I had a watertight seal.
New console
I had originally planned to use the 1997 console piece that came with the shifter. Although it looked good, it didn't match well with my 1995 interior. I went to my local Toyota dealer and found that the original console for 1989-1995 4cyl 4WD AT Trucks was a perfect match and still available in the same color as my blue 1995 interior! This console is designed to fit together with my rear console and matches the color perfectly.
The 1997 shifter assembly is a little taller than the original. The console sits about inch high on each side. I used 1/16" black acrylic plastic to fabricate raised console mounts and cover the gaps.
Old shift linkage
The shift linkage for the A340H transmission was a lot longer than necessary for the A340F transmission. I shortened it to 10 3/8 inches eye-to-eye by cutting and welding. Be sure to keep the proper eye alignment and the adjustment section of the rod.
Mounting the new transmission to the engine was typical of re-installing an automatic transmission. Be sure to use the torque converter that comes with the new transmission. There are some differences in torque converters depending on engine, year and model of transmission.
The new A340F transmission is far superior to my A340H. It's shifts are stronger and more positive. I no longer guess if the transmission has shifted or not. With the rest of the drivetrain being direct gearing, I am getting more power to the rear wheels. After more than a week of daily driving, I also found that gas mileage increased 1.5 MPG with the new transmission and transfer cases.
Click HERE to go to the second half of this article, Installing a Marlin Crawler on an A340F Automatic Transmission.
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(1939-10-24) When Games Backfire
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Summary: When Angelus heads to the gates to wait for his father, he finds Lucretia there.
Location: Gates of Hogwarts
Angelus was really looking forward to Friday. At least he’s getting one thing out of breaking his wand. Time spent with his father - without his brother. He wears an eager grin as he makes his way along the path after classes, headed in the direction of the gates to wait for his father. He’s dressed in fanciful warm robes of dark blue and white patterns decorating the blue background.
Lulu's waiting. She leans against the gates, arms folded across her chest under her robes. And she doesn't look happy at all. Her face is stony and impassive as Angelus approaches.
When the gates come into view, and the figure, his head lifts and his eyes flicker curiously. As he draws near enough to take note of who it is, his wide grin flicks delightedly across his face. That’s perfect. Just the person he’d love to see before he leaves with his father. “You never lose that beauty,” Gel says by greeting, adding a quick raise of his head. “Are you going to wait with-“ But the boy cuts off and frowns, tilting his head as he suddenly stares at her in concern. “Are you all right, Lu?”
"Don't flirt with me, Angelus," Lucretia says abruptly. "I want to know what the bloody -hell- you were thinking." Oh, she's mad. But if Angelus were to look closer he'd see there was something personal behind the anger.
Taken aback, Angelus halts the rest of his steps as he blinks. That’s not what he was expecting from her. For a moment he hesitates, frowning. Then when he takes up walking again, finishing his approach, he draws out a sigh. “I thought it was the only salvageable thing to do, what with their hands on the contracts and all. We’re still Magijugend. We don’t need a club to tell us that.”
"Salvageable?" Lulu sounds exasperated. "What do you mean by 'salvageable'? Do please explain. I know who -I- am, yes. I know where my loyalties lie. I want to know what -you- were thinking. Because honestly, if you're not a traitor then you're a fool. An empty gesture for what purpose? To protect Flint? To bring Flint down? To protect yourself?" She pushes off from the wall, turning to face Angelus more fully. "If it was to protect yourself, at least I could -understand- that."
Angelus’ blue eyes start by watching Lucretia as she speaks, and then suddenly flicks away to glance elsewhere. He’s felt guilty about his motives ever since the Auror sent him the letter. Before saying anything, Gel slowly nods his head a second after Lucretia finishes talking. “I was definitely foolish.” A snort escapes the youth and he returns his gaze onto his year mate. Instinctively he moves even closer to her, so that he might decrease the distance to little more than an inch. “Nothing turned out the way I had planned it to, unfortunately.” His voice has dropped a little bit. “So when I took the box to go and hide it, there was a possibility that Rosen would know where it is and get to it.” He says the name with bitterness. “Curse my cousin for teaching her sign language. Anyway, I thought if I sent someone over there they’d stop her in the act, if she had went looking.” A smirk twitches at his lips. “It would have been interesting. That, and, oh, the look on Evans’ face when I told Auror Odori? You had to have been there.” He lets out a short chuckle of amusement. “There were a whole lot of things involved why it seemed like the better option at the time. Sadly, I didn’t get anything as a reward. Apparently only second year Muggle-borns get badges. Auror Odori’s more biased than she lets on.”
The incredulity on Lucretia's face grows. "This was about currying favour with a mudblooded auror?" she says with a snort. "Of all the -stupid- things, Eibon," she says. "You sold us out. You sold ME out when you broke your oath. You betrayed us for -nothing-."
“No. I wanted to wipe the little smirk off Evans’ face. And see Rosen in trouble.” And have a bloody cool badge too. Though he doesn’t say the last bit, there’s an envious flicker in his eyes before he tries to bury it. At Lucretia’s accusations, Angelus steps forward to stretch his arm out past her and flatten his hand out over the gates behind her, intending to bring him into personal space range as he locks his blue eyes on her face. “I would never sell you out, Lu. Malfoy is the one who failed when his box was found. If it had been entrusted to the Eibons,” an arrogant smirk flicks across his face, “it would never have been found. Flint himself would never have found it until he asked.”
"Get -back-, Angelus." Lu's voice is cold. If Angelus had heard anything about the team that Lu was on, he'd have heard how amazingly bad ass she was with her wand… while protecting Malfoy. "You weren't there. You don't know what we were up against, how outnumbered we were. Don't act like you could have done better. And you -did- sell me out; you can't change that." She tosses her head proudly. "The fact of the matter is, Angelus, you're out. Until you can prove yourself trustworthy again, you won't have the support of the Magijugend." There's a pause and she cracks, just a little. "Look. I want you back where you belong. But you're a liability and you broke faith with us. The door's not shut all the way, but you'll need to make amends."
Angelus doesn’t move from his spot, keeping his gaze fixed on the girl. Silence is the only response after she speaks, his eyes narrowing a little. When he finally speaks, his tone is quiet and dejected, “I really thought you’d understand it and not jump to conclusions.” His other arm intends to join the other, other side of Lucretia. “How can you even believe I sold you out? Lu.” But there’s a growl of disapproval from behind as the caretaker shows up, speaking about inappropriate behaviour that quickly causes the boy to push away. Only a single, silent glance is short towards Lucretia before he looks beyond the gates. Who knows how long the wizard behind has been there.
Lu pushes Angelus away when he doesn't move. "My body. My space. You stay -out- of it," she almost growls. But then there's the caretaker, and Lu almost looks relieved. "I can't understand what you did, Angelus. I can forgive you. But I can't trust you." And she runs back to the castle as fast as she can without a backwards glance.
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A U.S. state is any one of the 50 states (four of which officially favor the term commonwealth) which, together with the District of Columbia, form the United States of America. The separate state governments and the U.S. federal government share sovereignty, in that an "American" is a citizen both of the federal entity and of his or her state of residence.
The United States Constitution allocates power between the two levels of government in general terms; the general idea is that by ratifying the Constitution, each state has transferred certain aspects of its sovereign powers to the federal government while retaining the remainder for itself. The tasks of education, health, transportation, and other infrastructure are generally the responsibility of the states.
Over time, the Constitution has been amended, and the interpretation and application of its provisions have changed. The general tendency has been toward centralization, with the federal government playing a much larger role than it once did.
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For a complete list of non-state dependent areas and other territory under control of the U.S., see United States dependent areas.
Various facts about the states
Four of the states bear the formal title of Commonwealth: Kentucky, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In these cases, this is merely a name and has no legal effect. However, the United States has non-state areas called commonwealths (Puerto Rico and the Northern Marianas) which do have a legal status different from the states.
"Georgia" can refer to either a U.S. state or to an independent country in the Caucasus.
The name "New York" can refer to any one of three geographical levels: a state, a city in that state, or a county (coterminous with the borough of Manhattan) in that city.
"Washington" is a state, a city corresponding to the District of Columbia (and thus not part of any state), and a number of cities and counties in various states. See the list of places named for George Washington.
The state of Washington is the only state named after a U.S. President (or after a person born within the area now comprising the U.S., for that matter).
The official name of Rhode Island is "the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations"
States are free to organize their judicial systems differently from the federal judiciary, as long as due process is protected. See state supreme court for more information. For example, most lawsuits in the state of New York are filed in the Supreme Court, and then appealed to the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court. The highest court in New York is the Court of Appeals.
The joint resolution which admitted the Republic of Texas to the Union as a state guaranteed Texas the right to divide itself up into up to 5 states. This clause was redundant, however, as any such state would require Congressional approval, just as when Maine was split off from Massachussetts
Only two states have state capitals named for the state (however, such name-sharing occurs commonly with states and provinces in some other countries, where the state or province actually often takes its name from a capital city): Oklahoma, with capital Oklahoma City, and Indiana, with capital Indianapolis (which means Indiana City). Iowa City, Iowa was the first state capital of Iowa but the capital was later moved to Des Moines, Iowa.
State names speak to the circumstances of their creation. (See list of U.S. state name etymologies and lists of U.S. county name etymologies for more detail.)
Southern states on the Atlantic coast originated as British colonies named after British monarchs: Georgia, the Carolinas, Virginia, and Maryland. Some northeastern states, also former British colonies, take their names from places in the British Isles: New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York.
Many states' names are those of Native American tribes or are from Native American languages: Connecticut, Missouri, Iowa, Wisconsin, the Dakotas, Mississippi, Texas, New Mexico and more; half the state-names have such origins, not counting Hawaii (whose name is taken from the native language, but which is not Native American).
Because they are on territories previously controlled by Spain or Mexico, many states in the southeast and southwest have Spanish names. They include California, Colorado, Florida, and Nevada.
Colorado and Wyoming are bounded by two circles of latitude and two meridians each, i.e. they appear to be rectangles in a cylindrical map projection.
Every state—except Hawaii, which has no land boundaries—has straight lines as at least part of its boundaries. These are usually combined with rivers (see river borders of U.S. states), ridge lines and other natural boundaries. Pennsylvania and Delaware are unique in that their common border is an arc of a circle.
The lower peninsula of Michigan is shaped like a mitten; Louisiana is shaped like a boot.
Alaska, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, West Virginia have panhandles.
Alabama, Missouri, New Mexico and Mississippi have bootheels.
Alaska and Hawaii are the only states that are not physically connected to other states; Maine is the only state that borders only one other state. Missouri and Tennessee each border eight other states, the most for any state.
Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah are the only four states to share a common border, known as the "Four Corners."
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States may be grouped in regions; there are endless variations and possible groupings, as most states are not defined by obvious geographic or cultural borders. For further discussion of regions of the U.S., see the list of regions of the United States.
Legal relationship
At the time of the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain, the 13 colonies became 13 independently sovereign states. Upon the adoption of the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union, the states became a single sovereign political entity as defined by international law, empowered to levy war and to conduct international relations, albeit with a very loosely structured and inefficient central government. After the failure of the union under the Articles of Confederation, the 13 states joined the modern union via ratification of the United States Constitution, beginning in 1789.
Under Article IV of the Constitution, which outlines the relationship between the states, the Congress has the power to admit new states to the union. The states are required to give "full faith and credit" to the acts of each other's legislatures and courts, which is generally held to include the recognition of legal contracts, marriages, criminal judgments, and - at the time - slave status. The states are guaranteed military and civil defense by the federal government, which is also obligated to ensure that the government of each state remains a republic.
The Constitution is silent on the issue of the secession of a state from the union. The Articles of Confederation had stated that the earlier union of the colonies "shall be perpetual", and the Declaration of Independence implied that secession was justified only by overtly tyrannical government. Several states attempted to secede during the Civil War, but the federal judicial system, in the case of Texas v. White, established that states do not have the right to secede, at least not under those circumstances.
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"Raras versiones acústicas - (CDr)"
In this artisan-like, homemade so-to-speak CD, we discover yet another facet of this restless musician, with songs from different stages of his rich career, both in Acoustic versions and added instrumentation.
Samples - CHRISTIAN VAN LACKE Y LA FAUNA - Raras versiones acústicas - Bandcamp
"En concierto"
After more than ten years of not playing together (they were censored during the Argentine military dictatorship years), they returned and performed a series of concerts back in 1982. One whole year on from their successful comeback tour, they released this live-in-concert album, which featured their most popular songs.
Samples - PEDRO Y PABLO - En concierto - YouTube
MORIS - Ezequiel Ábalos
"Fiebre de vivir"
This is a book inhabited by the very vivid and very real characters, who tell their own story. They are the real personages and places - La Cueva. La Perla. Villa Gesell - where what we know today as Rock de Acá (Rock from Here), was originally conceived. These protagonists, who were of course very young back in those formative years, remember with absolute detail all those mythological adventures. And together they build the story of Mauricio Birabent (Moris), the poet or prophet of that incredibly vibrant moment. Moris taught us to sing Rock in Spanish. To have a Rocker attitude and the necessary independence that any Rocker needs, to keep well away from all the powers-that-be, the police, the entertainment industry (which was corporately embodied back then in what was known as "Escala Musical"), and, alas, to keep a respectable distance from formal and polite education. In a nutshell, he taught us all how to think for ourselves.
LOS GATOS - Ezequiel Ábalos
"Beat Nº 1"
They were first known as Los Wilds Cats back in 1963, in the image and likeness of local Argentine outfit Los Teen Tops. In 1965, with Litto Nebbia as their lead singer, they were re-baptized as Los Gatos Salvajes. With a more Beatlesque type-of-sound, they were hired by the television programme "Escala Musical" and recorded a long play featuring a collection of tracks penned by Nebbia himself. Finally, in 1967, Ciro Fogliatta and Litto, together with Alfredo Toht, Oscar Moro, and Kay Galiffi, reassembled the band and called themselves Los Gatos. This formation recorded the mythical "La Balsa" (by Litto Nebbia and Tanguito) and "Ayer nomás" (by Moris and Pipo Lernoud), a 45 RPM disc that became the founding iconic pillar of the Rock movement in Argentina. After recording 3 albums right up until their first separation, and with the addition of Pappo in 1969, they became the most perfect transition between sixties' Beat and early seventies' Rock.
TANGUITO - Carolina Mercedes Calcagno
"Allá a lo lejos puedes escuchar"
(2015) - Editorial Nuevos Tiempos
This book reconstructs the life, times and works of José Alberto Iglesias, better known as Tanguito. His closest still alive family members, other relatives, friends, and acquaintances, tell us who this mystical character, attractive to some and detested or forgotten by others, really was. He was originally part of a band known as Los Dukes and some time later launched his solo career. There is another side to these events, and they were recorded in this investigation which began in April 2008. They comprise the successive police arrests and testimonies obtained through Tanguito's complete clinical history while interned in the infamous mental asylum, the Borda Hospital in Buenos Aires, which for the first time is published in full, so that every reader may have the chance to draw their own conclusions on Tanguito, to whom so much is owed by Argentine society as a whole.
KNEI
"Juventud de la gran ciudad"
This is the second album by this young Heavy Progressive Psychedelic / Hard Blues threesome, originally hailing from the Argentine province of La Pampa, who then musically developed in La Plata (capital city of the province of Buenos Aires) and finally settled in the city of Buenos Aires. They boast a kind of retro sound that strongly reminds us of Argentine Classic Rock bands Color Humano, Pescado Rabioso and Pappo's Blues, as well as very much under the Black Sabbath school-of-sonic-influence.
Samples - KNEI - Juventud de la gran ciudad - Bandcamp
PÁJARO DE FUEGO con Mariana Bianchini
"Universo invertido"
The band led by keyboardist Esteban Sehinkman joins forces with Mariana Bianchini (former Panza vocalist). They perform a series of songs that drift between Jazz Fusion, Progressive Rock, Galactic sounds, and some Dub base passages.
Samples - PÁJARO DE FUEGO con Mariana Bianchini - Universo invertido - YouTube
FERNÁNDEZ, LEO
"Desvelo"
(2015) - Kuai Music
Here is the very first solo work by the current guitarist with Genetics (top Genesis tribute band in Argentina.) This work of Fusion brings together elements of Jazz and Progressive Rock, under a melodic and delicate context close to the Canterbury sound.
Samples - LEO FERNÁNDEZ - Desvelo - Bandcamp
LAS CRESTAS DEL IGOAGRIO
"La coronación del fracaso terrestre"
This mythical band returns to the studios after a significantly-lengthy absence, in order to complete the recording of their historical compositions, which were originally written back in the seventies, and to also incorporate five brand new songs akin to Classic Argentine Rock sonic structures.
Samples - LAS CRESTAS DEL IGOAGRIO - YouTube
"La peste del ocio"
The quartet's second work is another chaotic and eclectic Psychedelic trip, with ever-changing climates attained through complex Instrumental arrangements, as well as abrupt and unexpected rhythm changes, which altogether shape their own style, so close to the seventies. During this recorded occasion, the sung parts burst in quite a lot more frequently than their first album outing.
Samples - VLAD TEPES - La peste del ocio - Bandcamp
"Éxtasis en tus venas"
Under a Psychedelic and Space Rock-drenched atmosphere, this foursome begins its' journey with a terrific debut album. Their eclectic Progressive Music is for the most Instrumental and incorporates varied influences (such as Jazz, Blues and Funk), within a Experimental and Improvisational-sounding mood.
Samples - VLAD TEPES - Éxtasis en tus venas - Bandcamp
AVE TIERRA
"El hombre nuevo"
(2014) - Caracol rojo
This was the third long-player by this Argentine Power Trio. On this occasion, they boasted a Black Sabbath-styled darker sound and influences. This record is most definitely harder than their previous album efforts, with a rather more densely-driven rhythm base and disturbing melodies within the Psychedelic Rock genre, and with emphatic Hard Blues accents.
Samples - AVE TIERRA - El hombre nuevo - Bandcamp
"Ave tierra"
After the dissolution of Astrocity (from the City of Olavarría, province of Buenos Aires), some of its members settled in the City of La Plata and formed a Progressive Rock quartet, which bore a striking resemblance to and strong influence from the Argentine Rock sounds of the 70's, such as Invisible, Pescado Rabioso, Vox Dei, among others.
Samples - AVE TIERRA - Ave tierra - Bandcamp
"En el comienzo del Topos Uranos"
(2017) - Record Runner/Melopea
Nexus returns with brand new recordings; this time with Instrumental Progressive and Symphonic Rock characteristics (in the classic tradition of Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, Genesis and Crucis), reaffirming the sonority and style that brought them worldwide prestige and recognition.
Samples - NEXUS - En el comienzo del Topos Uranos - YouTube
CHRISTY DORAN’S SOUND FOUNTAIN
"Belle epoque"
Christy Doran is a virtuoso Irish guitarist who is based in Switzerland and put this project together alongside Lukas Mantel (originally hailing from Switzerland) on drums and Argentine Franco Fontanarrosa (from La Mujer Barbuda fame). The threesome explores diverse musical territories that range from Jazz to Rock, traversing through Ethno and all the way to Avant-Garde. At times, similarities to Antihéroe border on the uncanny.
Samples - CHRISTY DORAN`S SOUND FOUNTAIN - Belle epoque - Official site
MANAL - Ezequiel Ábalos
"No hay tiempo de más"
It happened during the mid-sixties in the City of Buenos Aires' district of Barrio Norte, inside a basement locale known as "La Cueva de Pasarotus" (later to be known simply as "La Cueva", where several young people who had been born in the 1940's started to meet and converge, as they were commonly attracted by Jazz. They soon attempted to gradually change the musical trends of the joint towards Beat and Rock. Within this group of pioneers were Moris, Pajarito Zaguri, Sandro, Billy Bond, Pipo Lernoud, Tanguito, Litto Nebbia, and Javier Martínez, who gave birth to the idea of composing Rock and Blues songs sung in Spanish, to reflect the reality of what they were living through in their everyday lives, in a country ruled by a military regime. After participating in a musical experience with Moris in Villa Gesell and being part of La Banda de Gastón, in 1967, drummer and singer Javier Martinez met Claudio Gabis, the guitarist of Bubblin Awe, and Alejandro Medina, bass player with Los Seasons, with whom he formed Manal, the founding Rock band in Argentina.
ALMENDRA - Ezequiel Ábalos
"Figuración"
Almendra left its heavy footprint legacy, so that Rock music in Argentina could have its Experimental and Avant-Garde quota through the poetry of Luis Alberto Spinetta and the audacity of that legendary and mythical band, in order to lay the foundations for a new musical aesthetic and fusion that could only be carried forward by true pioneers and references who were in it for the long run. Short-lived, though intense (1968-1970), in 1979 Almendra came back and gifted us with a double live album, as well as a studio LP effort, culminating their story in the year 2009 with five songs played live-in-concert during the "Spinetta y sus bandas eternas" mega-show event, which remained as an everlasting worthy memory of those who boarded that train to the south.
BILLY BOND Y LA PESADA DEL ROCK AND ROLL - Ezequiel Ábalos
"Cada día somos más"
Although "La Pesada del Rock and Roll" existed only between 1970-1974, its open band policy made it essential to help add to the growth of Rock in Argentina, not only because of the participation of Pappo, Luis Alberto Spinetta and the members of Manal (even though they had already split by then), but for what he represented ideologically with his "in-your-face" attitude of confronting authoritarianism during unstable political moments of the country, with repression and censorship carried out by de facto military governments, as well as the "democratically"-elected government of Juan Domingo Perón, which, when he died while still in office, continued in the same autocratic and brutal vein by his evil minister Jose López Rega, creator of the repressive Triple A paramilitary secret police cell. This research includes interviews with numerous musicians who were actually there.
ROCK DE ACÁ - Ezequiel Ábalos
Although this is the fourth book by Ezequiel Abalos chronicling the history of Rock in Argentina, it is the second in continuity with "Rock de acá - los primeros años" - and resumes the story in the year 1970, by telling it through the report and narration of relevant musicians up to 1975, including the separation that year of Sui Generis and the advent of a new coup d'etat in the country. The author spent twenty years accumulating notes and interviews for this research that actually proves its own veracity through the MP3 CD that accompanies this book, in which musicians recount the experiences they lived and reflect on a country plunged into confrontations and political discrepancies, and where Rock became a refuge and a trench in the face of the repression and violence being unleashed during those tumultuous times.
"1 - Los primeros años "
(2009 / 201) - I.P.
Argentine - Book in Spanish - Format 24 x 17 cm. In printing paper with 320 black & white pages / coloured cover. 2nd Edition.
When everything was nothing, nothing was the beginning, but the history of "Rock de acá" is not born out of nothing; it exists thanks to Jazz, Blues and Rock & Roll, and it would not be the same without local Tango and Folk. This story begins long before "La Balsa", as part of a new generation of inspired young people born in the 1940's, who were connected with the international cultural and political movements of those times, and who helped to mold and change the way of Argentine people's thinking in general. Between 1992 and 2015, Ezequiel Abalos interviewed the pioneers of "Rock de acá", in order to unravel the true origins of Rock in Argentina. With Miguel Grinberg's prelude, this expanded reprint includes a CD with all of the book's interviews conducted with forty musicians and producers who were there.
ZEPTELAR
"El color de las cosas"
This brilliant sextet fuses Jazz, Progressive Rock and Contemporary Music under the Chilean school banner that forged such musical stalwarts as Congreso, Fulano and Media Banda. We have here a real tour of different aspects of music and its magical universe, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the processes of creation, construction and improvisation.
Samples - ZEPTELAR - El color de las cosas - Bandcamp
"Órbitas"
This is a brand new concept album that shows a different facet of the band and adding guest musicians, albeit with the same elegance and quality as they have always exhibited and been renowned for. They define this work as "a cosmic journey through the macro and micro-cosmos, through a mystical, spiritual and transcendental experience."
Samples - TRYO - Órbitas - Soundcloud
"Ofrenda"
The sixth album outing of the band corresponds to an Elaborate Acoustic anthology comprised of seventeen compositions, which includes an unreleased version. Also and as an attractive bonus, this release features a presentation by Tryo and which was made for a program of UCV Television (from the City of Valparaíso, Chile) back in 2001, on mp4 video format.
Samples - TRYO - Ofrenda - YouTube
SUPAY
"Señales"
The Peruvian band that fuses Symphonic Rock with Andean Folk has just reached its third disc with personnel changes in its formation, as well as a renewed stylistic orientation, with very fresh current elements of Progressive Ethno Fusion.
>MP3 Samplers - SUPAY - Señales - YouTube
"Bold travels"
This is the third studio recording excursion by the band led by Claudio Momberg, and continues maintaining its style of Symphonic Rock with atmospheric passages and Progressive Metal. This time, he consolidates his group's lineup, as well as adding very important and genre-representative guesting musicians to these sessions, such as Steve Rothery (Marillion), Damian Wilson (Threshold, Maiden uniteD) and Clive Nolan (Arena, Pendragon).
Samples - SETI - Bold travels - Soundcloud
GRAMONAUTAS
"Avignon"
This is the very first CD released independently by this foursome and it fuses different elements within its music: Jazz Rock, Funk, Progressive Rock, and Blues, albeit with an obvious Argentine accent and flavour. It is entirely sung in Spanish.
Samples - GRAMONAUTAS - Avignon - Bandcamp
"Lapsus"
(2016) - Chancho Records
This here is an individual project undertaken by the bass player with the Acantilados group, who, by adding synthesizers and programming to his regular instrument, has produced his first solo album, which consists of Experimental Electronic Music and Ambient, with Post Rock climates and keyboards' atmospheres that refer us perhaps all the way back to Vangelis.
Samples - NICOLÁS AIMO - Lapsus - Bandcamp
NAU ALETHEIA
"Los misterios de Eleusis"
In the style of a conceptual oeuvre and in the manner of Music for Films, this amazing Instrumental quartet presents its' very first recorded outing by combining different passages in between which we can spot some gloomy and obscure moments of Classic Neo Dark, delicate Mediterranean Prog melodies a la Eris Pluvia, as well as certain "Crimsonian" and Classic Contemporary Music influences, within their Symphonic Progressive Rock genre.
Samples - NAU ALETHEIA - Los misterios de Eleusis - Bandcamp
ESCALANDRUM
"Sesiones Ion"
These permanent referents of Contemporary Argentine Jazz, are forever open to new musical challenges that come their way. In this disc, the six-some transforms, through its own imprint, Classical compositions by Mozart and Ginastera, and with arrangements that enhance the diverse instrumentalists' qualities.
Samples - ESCALANDRUM - Sesiones Ion - YouTube
PAPPO´S BLUES
"Volumen 7"
This is the seventh and last album recorded by the band, until they reformed in the 90's. The LP consisted of re-recorded versions of some of their biggest classics, along with two new songs: "Detrás de la iglesia" and "El jugador". This classy reissue comes in digi-pack format.
Samples - PAPPO'S BLUES - Volumen 7 - YouTube
This was the sixth album by the mythological Argentine combo and it was recorded back in 1974 (with tapes that were left over from Volume 5) and released by the Music Hall record company in 1975, while Pappo was settling down in Europe at the time. It is an extremely short record, marked by an Experimental and mostly Instrumental Heavy Blues atmosphere. It has been re-released in digi-pack format.
At the end of 1974, the group entered the studio to record "Triángulo", their fifth LP. This time, Daniel Eduardo "Fanta" Beaudoux on bass and Eduardo Garbagnati on drums, appear in the band's lineup. This is a thoroughly Experimental album, which reflects a Heavy European style, and totally dissimilar to everything and anything that the group had produced in the past. This reissue comes in digi-pack format.
In the lads' fourth record there are several members of La Pesada del Rock and Roll making special guest appearances, such as Alejandro Medina and Isa Portugheis. This is considered to be the very last of the classic records pertaining to the Pappo's Blues' catalogue. David Lebón makes a return to the fold on this album, albeit on rhythm guitar, as well as Black Amaya on drums. It has been reissued in digi-pack format.
For the third volume, Pappo returns to a Power Trio configuration and adds a couple of new members in the process: drummer Héctor "Pomo" Lorenzo and bassist Carlos Alberto Machi Rufino. This formation would only last for the recording sessions of this album, as well as one more song that showed up in the next volume. This has been reissued in digi-pack format.
This is the second studio album produced under the "Pappo's Blues" brand name and was originally released back in 1972. With a completely different and unstable line-up, "Pappo" achieves amazing riffs in his incomparable Hard Blues style. The album is hereby reissued in digi-pack format.
"Volumen 1 "
Here is the first album by this fundamental and incredibly influential Argentine band, originally released in 1971. It gathers many standards from Norberto "Pappo" Napolitano's career: historical songs that are sung and played with legendary blistering air, ablaze with furious Psychedelic Blues Rock. This reissue comes in digi-pack format.
"Ciudad de Brahman"
(1999) - Man's Ruin Records
Great second work by this Argentine Stoner Rock band which performs a kind of Heavy Psych with strong reminiscenses of classic seventies Rock.
Samples - LOS NATAS - Ciudad de Brahman
"Delmar"
First album by this power Stoner Rock trio influenced by the likes of Black Sabbath and Argentine legends such as Color Humano, Orion's Beethoven, Pescado Rabioso, etc.
Samples - LOS NATAS - Delmar - YouTube
BUCEADOR VOLTIO
"Antena"
This a brand new project by Stick player Matías Betti, who has put together an Instrumental Power Trio (stick, guitar and drums) which travels an eclectic journey within its' musical geography that can easily traverse Progressive Rock, as much as Electronica, Jazz, Dub, or Psychedelia.
Samples - BUCEADOR VOLTIO - Antena - Bandcamp
"Entonces"
Their second album incorporates more Symphonic Rock elements in terms of arrangements and climaxes, but their rhythm base is more oriented towards Pop Rock. Together with Sambara, Sein and Dostretres, they share similar characteristics which borderline Progressive territory.
Samples - POROTTA - Entonces - YouTube
"En vivo y en estudio"
This CD comprises material recorded between 1970 and 1971, which remained unreleased till now. The first part of these recordings are studio tracks, with Alfredo Toth on guitar and Litto Nebbia on bass. The second half consists of songs recorded live in concert at the Odeón Theatre, Buenos Aires, in 1970. The line-up back then still included Pappo on guitar.
Samples - LOS GATOS - En vivo y en estudio - YouTube
"El rock de la mujer perdida"
This was the band's last official album, and for many, the group's best. Decidedly inserted into firm Rock territory, this iconic record would go on to mark the future musical course and tapestry for many other bands which surfaced at that moment, as well as many yet to come.
Samples - LOS GATOS - El rock de la mujer perdida - YouTube
After a long recess of many months and with personnel changes in its line-up, Los Gatos returned with an emblematic album, which possessed the duality of a melodic vein contributed by Litto Nebbia and a more rocking one supplied by Pappo.
Samples - LOS GATOS - Beat Nº 1 - YouTube
"Seremos amigos"
Continuing with their surprising evolution, this their third LP begins to forge a new musical direction, consisting of a more modern sound, almost skimming Psychedelia.
Samples - LOS GATOS - Seremos amigos - YouTube
"Viento, dile a la lluvia"
After an overwhelming success with their first album, the lads managed to shape their musical growth in their second long-play, which once again included several memorable compositions that broke sales records as independent single releases in their own right.
Samples - LOS GATOS - Viento, dile a la lluvia - YouTube
"La Balsa"
This was the debut album by one of the very first Argentine Beat groups. The band, which was led by Litto Nebbia, is also considered to be one of the true pioneers of Argentine Rock, as they began (albeit somewhat innocently and timidly) to delineate their own language within the country's Rock genre.
Samples - LOS GATOS - La Balsa - YouTube
RICHARD NANT & ARGENTOS
"70s"
The trumpeter, percussionist and composer Richard Nant summons his colleague friends in order to recreate a Jazz and Fusion record, with an obvious Argentine accent, and which harks back to that most contradictory of decades, yet so rich in musical creations, that was the seventies. He invokes two fundamental features of those years: liberty in its forms and the groove.
MP3 Samplers - RICHARD NANT & ARGENTOS - 70's - Deezer
SPINETTA: Anhelo de una lírica - Daniel Oronó
"Una exploración temática"
The lyrical density of Luis Alberto Spinetta's songbook contributed to him being considered as Argentina's Rock "poet." Is he really our national Rock poet? This book's pages delve into this idea with utter boldness. It offers a framework of reflection, analysis and comprehension for those who have enjoyed such poignancy, or those who have questioned it... they are about to either introduce themselves into this concept, or discover it. His expository track record exemplifies his songbook's interconnection, revealing itself as an organic whole. An adventure of thought on the lyrics bequeathed to us by such an incredibly original writer.
"Ayer, hoy y siempre"
In this, his latest CD, Moris re-visits part of his vast catalogue, by creating brand new versions of his repertoire classics such as the Tango favourite "Tomo y ombligo" and "Ayer nomás" (with lyric contributions by the great Pipo Lernoud), as well as presenting six new, previously unreleased recordings.
Samples - MORIS - Ayer, hoy y siempre - YouTube
EL CONCIERTO DEL AIRE - Miguel Ángel Dente | Lucas José Fernández
"[Tícher de luz reprise]"
Argentine - Book in Spanish - Format 24 x 12cm. In printing paper with 100 black & white pages / coloured cover.
Acting as a bonus track of "Ticher de luz: una guía spinetteana" by Miguel Angel Dente, this book includes interviews related to a historical live-in-concert event that took place in the Velez Sarsfield stadium in Buenos Aires - a true milestone in Argentine Rock - and conducted by local journalist Lucas Fernández for his "Mama Rock" show on Radio Nacional de Córdoba. This current edition contains many exclusive testimonies that were made prior to and after the show. Among others, we find the stellar contributions of Black Amaya, Pedro Aznar, Claudio Cardone, Juan del Barrio, Emilio del Guercio, Lito Epumer, Hugo Fattoruso, and many other luminaries...
"Etapa Sinfónica 79-80"
(1979-1980) - VIAJERO INMÓVIL Records
Everybody knows César "Banana" Pueyrredón as one of the maximum exponents of the Argentine Pop song and romantic ballad. What the majority do not know, is the fact that between the years 1979 and 1980, César released two albums worth of net Symphonic Progressive style, which featured obvious influences from Yes, Genesis, Focus, and local outfit Crucis. This compilation presents the most representative compositions from that period in time.
Samples - BANANA - Etapa Sinfónica 79-80 - YouTube
"Mercado de almas"
This was the last album by the group and also introducing brand new names in its' lineup, as well as a lead singer. Most definitely inserted in Progressive Metal territory, with Symphonic passages.
Samples - EL RELOJ - Mercado de almas - YouTube
"Hombre de hoy"
This was the fifth in-studio-recorded album by the Argentine band. It featured new members, as well as a Hard Symphonic style with big Metal influences, in terms of its rhythm base and lead vocalist.
Samples - EL RELOJ - Hombre de hoy - YouTube
"Vivo en Red House - (CD + DVD)"
October 1st, 2014, was witness to one of the most highly anticipated and waited happenings in Argentine Rock history: a very long time had to elapse before the legendary Trio would reunite again and with its' original line-up, after more than 30 years since their first reunion had taken place in 1980-81. The encounter happened on stage at the Red House (the Rock & Blues Club owned by local production outfit La Roca.) This present CD + DVD edition features all the sound and images of that unforgettable day, during which the threesome played all of their hits and then some!
Samples - MANAL - Vivo en Red House - YouTube
"Kowloon …Ciudad amurallada "
This bizarre group presents its second conceptual work, based on a futuristic story very much in the style of "B" movies from the fifties and the 60’s. Their music is delirious: a rare mixture between extreme Rock In Opposition (such as Sleepytime Gorillas Museum), the circus-craziness of Mr. Bungle and the typical "B" Movies' music from those years.
Samples - HELMUT RÓBOT - Kowloon ...Ciudad amurallada - Bandcamp
HEXATÓNICA
"Surrounded visions - DVDr"
DVDr - papersleeve
What we have here is a truly outstanding Symphonic Hard Rock outfit, originally hailing from (and still based in) the City of La Plata (capital of the province of Buenos Aires.) This was the lads' first audiovisual release and was recorded in May, 2013, during a live session through which they introduced material of their "El visionario" album to the public. The occasion was held at their native town's Pasaje Dardo Rocha. This DVDr includes the whole performance on Stereo audio and 5.1 Surround.
Video Samples - HEXATÓNICA - Surrounded visions - YouTube
"Ciego de siglos"
The famous Argentine band goes through yet another transformation for their eighth album, on which they once again became a foursome and under a new sonic experience, this time tipped towards a more conventional-sounding Rock sound, with shorter and more Classic Rock kind of structures. There is room for certain experimentation with Jazz on the record, albeit very shy.
Samples - VOX DEI - Ciego de siglos - YouTube
"Estamos en la pecera"
Right after the first departure from the band of Ricardo Soulé, the group became a threesome for this, their seventh studio album, as well as the only release featuring guitarist Carlos Michelini. The record turned out to be one of the mythological outfit's most particular efforts, on which they perform a Progressive Hard Rock style with Psychedelic tinges amidst prominent highlights of the electric guitar.
Samples - VOX DEI - Estamos en la pecera - YouTube
"Favio"
This new sonic adventure finds the Psychedelic Punk threesome on a novel musical search, exploring a pseudo Western type of themed soundscape in this, the fifth album of their career. They have successfully managed to keep all the aggression and rebellion (and then some) that the outfit are renowned for from all their previous recorded experiences.
Samples - FUTBOL - Favio - YouTube
GRAN MARTELL
This next triumvirate got together back in the year 2004 with Jorge Araujo (ex Divididos), Tito Fargo (ex Los Redondos) and Gustavo Jamardo (ex Porco). The lads' fourth studio effort maintains the very same Heavy Rock style so close to that of Stoner Rock that they are widely recognized and appreciated for, while also flirting with sounds reminiscent of Argentine Folk Music.
Samples - GRAN MARTELL - 4 - Bandcamp
ELHOMBREANORMAL
"ElHombreAnormal"
(2015) - Alborada Ediciones
This recording studio project was birthed in the year 2013 in the city of San Miguel (province of Buenos Aires, Argentina.) It has now consolidated into a tangible reality after the release of their instrumental Post Rock freshman release, through which different sensations, states of mind and emotions naturally blend together, amidst varied influences of diverse musical colours and tones. References to Mogwei, Explosions In The Sky and Sonic Youth immediately spring to mind as obvious stylistic influences.
Samples - ELHOMBREANORMAL - ElHombreAnormal - Bandcamp
TEMPORADA DE TROMENTAS
"La primera exploración"
(2015) - Fuego amigo Discos
After the experience of recording their first CD under a totally dissimilar (to where the band is currently at sound and style-wise) musical context, the group, which hails from the city of Haedo (located in the Western sector of the Greater Buenos Aires area) released a second album where Space Rock, Indie Noise, Math Rock, and an optimistic Post Rock kind of sonority intersect in a prominently instrumental setting.
Samples - TEMPORADA DE TORMENTAS - La primera exploración - Bandcamp
"De Michele-Eurasquín"
This was the fifth album by acclaimed Argentine Folk Rock / Prog Rock twosome Pastoral. It includes compositions that vary between acoustic and electric passages, all the time accompanied by numerous and prestigious guest musicians. In certain aspects and during specific moments, this record reminds us of the first contemporary album by the Argentine band, Canturbe.
Samples - PASTORAL - De Michele-Eurasquín - YouTube
"Silencio y persecución"
Based on atmospherics close to rhythmic improvisation and experimentation, and everything within an instrumental context, La Tumba del Alca recreate an ambient associated with Progressive Rock and Hard Psychedelia, as well as spaces for Post Rock sonority. This parallel band to Persona launches its' second album, maintaining this group's very same musical intentions, as well as some of its' members.
Samples - LA TUMBA DEL ALCA - Silencio y persecución - Bandcamp
YO NO ESTOY AQUÍ - Pipo Lernoud
"Rock, periodismo, ecología y otros naufragios (1966-2016) "
For many readers, Pipo Lernoud is the real ideologist behind Argentine Rock. He founded emblematic magazines depicting this movement, such as Expreso Imaginario, Canta Rock and La Mano. He was one of the pioneering forces behind Organic Agriculture and wandered dozens of stages, scenes and settings in order to recite his own poetic works. It is through his trove of diaries, letters, poems, songs, articles, and postings that "Yo no estoy aquí" reveals the embryonic origins and growing pains of the Alternative Culture: its' social and political coming of age from the sixties up to the present.
SANTHIAGO, GUSTAVO
"Ánimam"
This young keyboards player, who originally hails from the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil, as from 2011 started to outline and sketch his instrumental Symphonic Rock compositions with influences of such genre stalwarts as Rick Wakeman, Keith Emerson and Camel, while in the process building beautiful contemporary melodious structures with some Medieval and Celtic reminiscences.
Samples - GUSTAVO SANTHIAGO - Ánimam - YouTube
ARCPELAGO
"Simbiose"
Based on an early seventies Retro Progressive style, this Brazilian quartet vindicates the Heavy Progressive sound of outfits such as Deep Purple and Uriah Heep, besides also the Symphonic atmospheres similar to those of Pink Floyd and Eloy. The songs featured on this album are Instrumental in their vast majority, boasting the actual sound pertinent to that era and grasping the sonic and tonal quality of the period through faithful renditions of the true, original sounds of the Hammond organ, Moog, synthesizers, and pianos.
Samples - ARCPELAGO - Simbiose - YouTube
"A consciência do átomo"
In their second álbum, Protofonia have continued to broaden their horizons, mixing elements of Avant-Garde, Free Music and Brazilian rhythms with their Progressive Music. This work, introduces some special guests such as Lelo Nazario, among others.
Samples - PROTOFONIA - A consciência do átomo - Bandcamp
OVULATING HUMMINGBIRDS
"Ovulating hammingbirds"
(2015) - Júbilo Discos
This threesome of friends was formed in 2011 in the city of Rosario (province of Santa Fé, Argentina). The lads are heavily linked to the instrumental Post Rock movement and possess a more optimistic vision, and also a lot less melancholic, than their peers. They effortlessly gallop between the density and ferocity of hypnotic Psychedelia and persecution.
Samples - OVULATING HAMMINGBIRDS - Ovulating hammingbirds - Bandcamp
JELLYHEAD
"Jellyhead"
Another bunch of chums also from the city of Rosario, formed this quintet that transits somewhere between Progressive Rock and Neo-Psychedelia, adding to their music elements from other genres, such as Stoner Rock, Post Rock, Space Rock, etc. Mostly Instrumental, with some sung passages in English, creating ever-changing atmospheric soundscapes, intense riffs, and oscillating frequencies.
Samples - JELLYHEAD - Jellyhead - Bandcamp
MEDINA, ALEJANDRO
"Alejandro Medina y La Pesada"
After his stint with legendary Argentine Power Trio Manal, Alejandro Medina joined La Pesada (the very particular combo led by the equally-mythical and extravagant Billy Bond.) Together with this band, he recorded his very first "solo" efforts, doing different Psychedelic Hard Rock and acoustic Folk songs full of all sorts of effects, and of course, his traditional Hard Blues.
Samples - ALEJANDRO MEDINA - Alejandro Medina y La Pesada - YouTube
FLORENCIA RUIZ - MONO FONTANA
"Parte"
On this occasion, Florencia Ruiz recreates her intimate songs together with her guitar and voice, accompanied by the prestigious keyboardist Mono Fontana, who experiments with all sorts of atmospherics under his very much one-of-a-kind style.
Samples - FLORENCIA RUIZ - MONO FONTANA - Parte - YouTube
LA MUJER BARBUDA
"Agridulce"
This here is a brilliant labour of Avant Prog / R.I.O. As the group maintained their initial sonority, they gradually started to incorporate a great complexity of rhythms, intensities, climates, and sensations, through which the playing of each and every instrument displays the maximum of their respective potential, creativity and virtuosity.
Samples - LA MUJER BARBUDA - Agridulce - YouTube
ROCK ARGENTINO - Historia de un Género - Leonardo De Angelis
"Medio siglo de música en nuestro idioma"
Argentina - Book in Spanish - Format 21 x 15 cm. In printing paper with 257 black & white pages / coloured cover.
History of Argentine Rock from its genesis and evolution all the way up to the present, making a brief, decade-by-decade description, reviewing the fundamental bands, their records and concerts. From the very first moment, specialist historians and journalists have not been able to agree on which specific moment actually triggered the very beginning of Rock in Argentina. The book itself tries to find its' concrete and exact starting point. Once this has been achieved, it tells the complete story.
ARANN
"Artesanía"
Former members of renowned Celtic Music group "Kells", settled in the Argentine Patagonia region, within close proximity to the Puelo Lake and with a brand new line-up began to present their own versions of Irish and Scottish music. This second CD of theirs includes Traditional songs, as well as own compositions.
Samples - ARANN - Artesanía - YouTube
CARFI, NAHUEL
"Pianos"
Composer and pianist with the Ensamble Chancho a Cuerda, Nahuel has initiated his solo career within a Contemporary song type of framework, accompanied by a piano and/or small Instrumental groups. His compositions are characterized by the creation of intimate climates, in which the voice and the piano dialogue by fusing diverse genres and expressions of Popular Music.
Samples - NAHUEL CARFI - Pìanos - Bandcamp
"Las reglas"
Under the context of songs oriented towards Fusion Rock, this band has finally arrived at its' third record. Their recipe comprises a variety of diverse and amazing melodies, in which their originality prevails at every step, leaving behind quality trails of a very personal trademark.
Samples - CHAU COCO! - Las reglas - Bandcamp
CUIÑAS, JUAN
"Estoy por aquí - Instante"
(1981-2007) - Discos Mucha Madera
Juan Cuiñas had formed part of the Hipo band during the early seventies. In 1981 he released his album "Estoy por aquí" on cassette format. This recording featured Folk and Rock compositions with a distinctive Argentine accent, a la Roque Narvaja and León Gieco. This re-release, which rescues this album from oblivion, also includes songs from his CD "Instante", which was recorded during early 2007.
Samples - JUAN CUIÑAS - Estoy por aquí - Instante - Soundcloud
"The kingdom & it’s fey"
The first album documents the early passion and atmosphere cultivated by the band and their foray into synthetically created Medieval-inspired sounds. Raw in its inception, and at times almost cartoonish in its approach, the album remains celebrated for the unique aura it presents.
Samples - THE SOIL BLEEDS BLACK - The kingdom & it's fey - Napster
SIG RAGGA
"La promesa de Thamar"
This bunch of musicians came together in the Argentine city of Santa Fé, playing a curious blend of Jamaican Rock Steady and Symphonic Rock. In this third CD the group takes a turn towards Melodic Symphonic type-of-songs with beautiful arrangements similar to those by Sein and La manzana cromática protoplasmática.
Samples - SIG RAGGA - La promesa de Thamar - YouTube
"Evolution doesn’t means progress"
The band, currently in search of new musical directions, have penetrated into Progressive Rock territory. Through a stylistic about face towards the likes of Porcupine Tree, Anametha and Opeth, they have recreated atmospheres that explode under the Hard potency, besides combining female and male voices, all singing in English.
"Threephonic"
After a lengthy lethargy, the band's third and final album, at long last sees the light of day. These here featured are the last home recordings made together with "Turco" Antún. They contain two versions of Instrumental songs from the group's early incarnation, as well as a series of compositions presenting a Symphonic style similar to that of early eighties' Genesis.
Samples - PABLO EL ENTERRADOR - Threephonic - Bandcamp
"El desconcierto"
The Progressive Power Trio has undergone a drummer change in this their second album, though the intentions of keeping their music centered on Hard Rock and late sixties / early seventies Psychedelic Blues has not changed at all. Far more consolidated than ever before, they are departing from some of their early influences in order to make their own imprint.
Samples - POLICROMÍA - El desconcierto - Bandcamp
SERGIO POLI ENSAMBLE
"Luna de hielo"
(2016) - Aoni
Sergio Poli's second album was recorded live in "Ciudad Vieja" (La Plata) and presents an entirely new set of Jazz Rock / Fusion compositions, which as well feature elements of World Music, Flamenco, Reggae, and River Plate area-type of music. Featuring only self-penned compositions.
Samples - SERGIO POLI ENSAMBLE - YouTube
"Canícula metrópolis"
Originally hailing from La Plata (capital city of the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina), this outstanding musician put together his first Jazz Rock / Fusion ensemble and fronts it with his electric violin. The band also incorporates other different genres into their cocktail, such as Celtic Music, World Music, Funk, etc. The group's repertoire consists of own compositions, as well as cover versions of songs by Jaco Pastorius, Richard Bona, and John Scotfield, among others.
Samples - SERGIO POLI ENSAMBLE - Canícula metrópolis - Bandcamp
PROJETO B
"Isso"
We certainly can find a great dose of Improvisation and Experimentation within the nervous contractions of Free Jazz, Classical Music and Progressive Rock in this fourth album by the band. Besides their own compositions, the group performs three academic songs written by Contemporary composers, such as Debussy, Alexander Mosolov and György Ligeti, all done in such a way to suit the combo's style.
Samples - PROJETO B - Isso - YouTube
MANSINI, BRUNO
"Secret signs of green"
In this his second studio album production, Bruno Mansini starts to generate some small changes by beginning to incorporate new ideas to his music and repertoire, such as certain elements of 70's, 80's and 90's Progressive Rock, together with Oriental Music input and guest guitarists, some of whom contribute Hard-sounding undertones.
Samples - BRUNO MANSINI - Secret signs of green - Soundcloud
"Dreams from the earth"
Motivated by a similar intention to that of Glass Hammer in "borrowing" strong musical references from Yes, this multi-instrumentalist, who originally hails from the city of San Pablo (state of San Pablo, Brazil), launched his very first album independently. Symphonic Rock prevails through this record and also features some Oriental Music passages.
Samples - BRUNO MANSINI - Dreams from the earth - Soundcloud
QUATERNA RÉQUIEM
"Quasímodo"
(1994) - Quaterna Records
Second record by the band led by keyboardist Elisa Weirmann. The music is heavily influenced by Classical and Sacred music together with Gregorian chant, especially eloquent in the suite which gives name to the album.
Samples - QUATERNA RÉQUIEM - Quasímodo - YouTube
ARMAZÉM ABAPORU
"Pedra grande"
Pushing the work boundaries of Brazilian masters like Hermeto Pascoal and Egberto Gismonti one step further, mixing traditional rhythms with Jazz and Contemporary Music. This CD brings the complete first recordings of the band released in 2002, plus 5 live tracks recorded in France (2005).
Samples - ARMAZÉM ABAPORU - Pedra grande - YouTube
VITALE, LILIANA
"Uanantú"
CD digi-pack + libro
This album has songs from several genres coming from Liliana and Lito´s shared childhood and adolescence. This great songs have the force of the great popular songs, with his voice, Lito Vitale on piano. This comprehensive work includes a book of short stories by Patricia Pagola and Liliana own drawings, made ??when both were between 12 and 14 years old.
Samples - LILIANA VITALE - Uanantú - YouTube
"Brindis - Música de Flores Volúmen 4"
On this occasion, "Pollo" Raffo sits in front of the piano and under an acoustic sonority environment, manages to reach his fourth volume of the "Música de Flores" series: a fusion of Popular rhythms (Folk, Milonga, Murga, Cumbia...) developed from the Contemporary Jazz and Erudite Music perspective.
Samples - RAFFO - Brindis - Música de Flores Vol. 4 - YouTube
"Libres van"
(2016) - Scatter Records
With the intention of updating the sounds of Psychedelia and adapting them to a brand new context, the now quintet's second studio outing brings a Space sonority into the picture, as well as a more Alternative-sounding rhythm guitar.
Samples - IN CORP SANCTIS - Libres van - Bandcamp
"Mini Buda"
To describe the musical deformation that this band has produced in this their second album, is a highly complicated challenge. The group's music is complex, as it is sonically-speaking of an Electronic / Alternative Pop orientation, albeit also comprising crisscrossing rhythms and poly-rhythms, constant changes and arrangements linked to an academic level of Progressive Jazz and Rock component. We could associate these lads' sound to that of Muse. It is ultimately up to the listener to decide under which genre she or he would prefer to pigeonhole and typecast this extraordinary artistic work.
Samples - OCTAFONIC - Mini Buda - Spotify
NICOLÁS BOCCANERA TRÍO
"Fricción y ficción"
After forming part of numerous musical projects, this young pianist and songwriter has finally created his own Contemporary Jazz Trio, which only plays original compositions. These are addressed from the classic sound perspective of a piano threesome with orchestral proposals and characteristic rhythmic interaction. This is a similar sonic formula to that of the Leonel Duck Trio.
Samples - NICOLÁS BOCCANERA TRÍO - Fricción y ficción - YouTube
"Timba"
This is a conceptual record based on numbers and their meaning in terms of random chance, observed from the point of view of inhabitants of the city of Buenos Aires. Endowed with high-caliber composition standards, this album traverses effortlessly through Avant-Tango, Contemporary Music and Urban Music in the way an imaginary film of intrigue, mystery and melancholy would do, as it wanders, roams and cruises through the downtown streets of the city of Buenos Aires.
Samples - DIEGO SCHISSI QUINTETO - Timba - Spotify
MELLONTA TAUTA
"Rainbow melodies"
This Argentinian band appeared on the scene in 1994 with their “Sun Fell” album on the legendary Hyperium label (Germany), with a sound compared to Cocteau Twins, This Mortal Coil, etc, submerged in the realm of Heavenly Voices and Neoclassical influences. Twenty years later, they return with the all new album, a beautiful journey through lovely melodies.
Samples - MELLONTA TAUTA - Rainbow melodies - Bandcamp
"Orlando"
This album was released as a limited edition in 1998 and it was shortly sold-out. This opus is inspired by the well-known character of Virginia Woolf’s novel. The dualism of the character is well exemplified when strong Neoclassical influences coexist with with arias built on complex guitar arpeggios with a very impressive emotional impact.
Samples - ATARAXIA - Orlando - YouTube
"La era de la cobra"
Continuing on with Galápagos' traditional style, the band's songs carry a Stoner Rock tint, while also keeping afloat their Psychedelic inspiration with Space Rock touches, as well as Progressive structures and Retro sound. Towards the latter part of 2014, they recorded this their fifth studio album, which sees the light of day on CD in early 2016.
Samples - GALÁPAGOS - La era de la cobra - Bandcamp
50 AÑOS ROCK - Miguel Dente / Daniel Gaguine / Matías Recis
"50 bandas argentinas fundamentales - Lado A"
Argentine - Book in Spanish - Format 21 x 21 cm. In illustration opaque paper with 180 coloured / black & white pages / coloured cover.
This is the first part of two volumes which comprise a very detailed work of thorough investigation, as well as interviews with more than 150 protagonists, relevant concerts, documentation imagery and annexes with the artists' trajectory, record anthologies, and the books on the history of Argentine Rock.
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LAST CHANCE TO SAVE OUR GREENBELT: Meeting Guiseley Theatre 11am, Saturday 23rd November
Aireborough Civic Society is supporting Aireborough Neighbourhood Forum in its campaign to save 4 important Greenbelt sites from yet more large scale developer housebuilding. Also to stop further Green Belt fields being lost in the next few years.
Come and hear about our Green Belt Challenge with a speaker from CPRE on their latest Green Belt Report – Space to Breathe – which shows that Local Authorities are releasing more Green Belt than ever, and then not supporting the building of the type of homes required in a locality. Which is the Aireborough experience too.
https://www.cpre.org.uk/…/green-…/item/5189-space-to-breathe. We’ll be talking about the Airborough experience specifically.
Local Councillors from Guiseley & Rawdon, and Yeadon & Otley wards will be there to answer questions.
With the General Election, we have invited all local prospective parliamentary candidates ( PPCs) in a short 5- 10min session to tell us their thoughts on future National Policy, but with things being quite hectic for them we are not sure how many will be be able to attend.
There will also be a fund raising stall to donate toward the first Permission Hearing, and Photographer Darren Sanderson will be taking names for a sponsored walk for anyone who’d like to help raise money.
The second hour is more a drop in session, and there will be refreshments offered from the new Theatre bar. We’d like to thank the Theatre for letting us use that area.
If you would like to donate to the appeal for funds for the Permission Hearing, but cannot make Saturday. Our appeal page is here on Local Giving. We are asking 4,000 households to donate at least £10 each. https://localgiving.org/appeal/greenbeltlegalfees/
MON. 25th November ACS Talk ‘Christmas At Sandringham & Balmoral’, 7.30pm at Rawdon Library
We welcome back: COLIN ALDERSON Former Pastry Chef to the Queen
His talk: ‘ Christmas with the Queen at Sandringham & Balmoral’
Join Colin as he reminisces about Royal Christmas’s with the Royal Family.
After leaving Scarborough Technical College having qualified as a Chef, Colin obtained work locally in the Yorkshire Dales where his parents had a farm. After a short time in the Army Catering at Catterick, he worked at Bolton Castle in Wensleydale. While at Bolton Castle he applied for a job as Chef to the Royal Household. When he was appointed to work at Buckingham Palace, this opened up a whole new world to the young chef from Yorkshire.
Colin Alderson who was the Queen’s official pastry chef for five years has cooked for many a royal occasion from banquets and parties for hundreds of people, to simple breakfasts for Queen Elizabeth 2nd herself. He has also seen how Christmas happens in the royal household, including Windsor House, Sandringham Palace and on board the Royal Yacht Britannia.
His last talk for us was extremely popular and we are really looking forward to this Christmas talk. Hopefully we shall find out what the Royal Family have for their Christmas dinner and perhaps some of the presents exchanged!
Admission: ACS Members Free,
Non-members £4.00
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Archive - Jan 19, 2010 - World Press Roundup
Special Envoy Mitchell arrives in the Middle East amid further speculation about the Obama administration's latest peace initiative. Pres. Abbas urges the US to pursue an "endgame" to the conflict. The EU pledges €160 million to the PA. A Hamas leader admits the organization receives financial support from Iran. Palestinians host their first diplomatic meeting in Jerusalem in many years. A Ha'aretz commentary says it's time for the US to start twisting arms on peace, and another says Israel's compassion for Haiti can't hide its cruelty towards Gaza. Jordanian sources claim Iran ordered the failed attack on the Israeli diplomats in Jordan. Israeli settlers are arrested in a West Bank mosque arson attack investigation. Palestinian human rights groups call for internal Palestinian investigations into abuses during the Gaza war. Israel is failing to allow an access road to the first Palestinian planned city in the occupied West Bank. Concern grows about spitting incidents against Christians by Jewish extremists in Jerusalem. Israel continues to target Palestinian nonviolent protesters. Palestinians counter Birthright Israel with Birthright Unplugged. Concern grows about the prospects for another war in Gaza.
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Holidays, Politics February 29, 2020
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Category: Press and typeface identification
Later topic: Type identification
Earlier topic: Markem 45AB
Memorial Designer & Date?
T. J. Lyons Mem...
on 18 Feb 20 (03:56)
I could not find this face in Loy, but it may be there. It is shown in early ATF (1898 Desk Book, Boston pin-mark) specimens. It is shown on page 631 along with Medieval and has some similar lower case (a,f). It is cast on a 21.5-point body (pre-standard mold). I suspect that it could be by Ihlenburg, about the same time, but want proof.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/49551637221/in/dateposted/
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MaynardNews
Looks like it’s John K. Rogers of the Boston Type Foundry according to design patent 12,121 issued January 11, 1881 (application filed September 23, 1880).
BillWhitley
Where does one lookup design patents and dates? The usual internet searches don’t seem to be working for those terms.
Thank you for that information and I would also like to know what your source of the information was. I had some of the Design Patent dates, when I had Jane Roberts’ research papers, while Steve Saxe was editing Loy’s book, but John Rogers (APA member) has them now.
I got the spreadsheet of the Jane Roberts research from David McMillan’s site:
http://www.galleyrack.com/images/artifice/letters/press/typemaking/histo...
Much of the patent information in this file is a row or two off the correct patent number. I had already downloaded pdf files of all the design patents listed and am working on a project to compare them to the spreadsheet and get the patent numbers aligned with the correct information with the intention of forwarding this to McMillan when complete.
I found the patent number by looking up “Memorial” in the partially corrected spreadsheet, then verified that the specimen in the patent matched your proof, and took the name and dates from the text of the patent.
USD12121p1.jpg
Thank you for that information. It was noted by Steve Saxe that John Rogers was a “principal” of the Boston TF and was not listed as a designer, in the Loy book. I am thinking that John Cumming may have actually designed Memorial—just a thought, since his name was only on three of Boston’s patents..
Bob Mullen
Here is another good on-line resource for researching nineteenth century typographical design patents. It’s related to the Jane Roberts/Steve Saxe information mentioned above. There may be a few errors, but an excellent quick source for the patent records:
http://fontdata.com/american-typeface-design-patents/
David M MacMillan
The “galleyrack.com” link for the database that MaynardNews cites is actually a link to a PDF on my image/data server. It would be better to cite a link to the actual page at CircuitousRoot.com presenting this database, because that page also includes some of its history:
http://circuitousroot.com/artifice/letters/press/typemaking/history/type...
As it exists now, the database is a palimpsest of generations of scholarship too frequently corrupted by technological problems. Jane Roberts began it as a handwritten 32 page document. Steve Saxe augmented it and transcribed it to his computer. That computer crashed and the electronic form was lost. Steve had a printout of it, which he scanned and OCRed. But the OCR made a huge mess of things. I managed to help Steve sort it out, mostly, but I am not at all surprised that MaynardNews has discovered errors in it. I would be happy to put online a corrected version! Steve would have appreciated it.
The fontdata.com version was derived from Steve’s reconstructed spreadsheet by Lars Schwarz. It is a great resource, but it is even more fragile (as it is susceptible to third-party changes in software).
In the end, it’s hard to beat real print.
www.CircuitousRoot.com
It looks to me like the OCR got some of the dates wrong, then the spreadsheet was sorted by date—but only the columns to the right of the patent numbers. If we had Jane Roberts’s original (or a scan or photocopy of it), we could make short work of it.
Besides the three obviously mismatched patents listed last in the pdf, I have found eight 1881 patents with dates wrongly changed to 1891, so everything from early 1881 to mid-1891 is mismatched. Possibly there are other similar errors in later years that I haven’t found yet.
The patent database represents far too much work to give up on getting it straightened out. The errors related to Steve’s computer crash seem to be systematic, so not beyond solution for a former computer programmer. I will email you (David McMillan) a copy when I’m finished and let you decide what to do with it.
I thank everyone for their input. I have been going through my card file and noting much of the information. I had a personal insight into Jane Robert’s working habits and knew that she made many trips to the US Patent Office and made copies of available patents. One of her problems was that she made copies that were barely readable, with age, so her personal notes were very important.
As I mentioned, all of her original notebooks are in the possession of John Rogers, who has a new e-mail address.
Dave Greer.
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Jay Greco
I do teardowns, reverse engineering, and generally nerdy tech things on here.
Reverse Engineering the Amazon Dash Button’s Wireless Audio Configuration
Update: I’ve learned a bit more and as such, see the bottom of the post for an update. I’ve been slow to update this but now that it’s seeming to be gaining a lot of traffic (leading up to 33c3…hmmmm ;)), I want the info to be accurate and fresh.
During the great Amazon Dash Button Hype of 2015, I saw a few of the early teardowns and blog posts and decided to order a few dash buttons of my own to play around with and reverse engineer. Since the hype has burned off, there hasn’t been much in the way of new information about the inner workings of the button.
Photo credit: Matthew Petroff
The Amazon Dash button is a neat little IOT device which contains an STM32F205 ARM Cortex M3 microcontroller, a Broadcom BCM43362 Wi-Fi module, a permanently attached (boo!) Energizer Lithium AAA battery, an Invensense I2S digital microphone, some serial flash, and assorted LEDs and SMPS power supplies. For the $5 price tag, the Dash Button packs some serious punch! Just the components are worth a considerable amount more than $5.
Playing around with the button, the setup process on iOS quickly caught my attention. It (apparently*) differs from the Android setup process considerably due to differences in the inner workings of iOS. The Android setup involves connecting to the button via a network called “Amazon ConfigureMe”, while the iOS app appears to use ultrasound-esque audio to transfer information to the button for the initial setup.
*I don’t actually have an Android device on hand to test this with, hence the “apparently”.
Without even opening the button, I put together a basic theory on how the button was setup from the iOS app: The app sends a carefully crafted “audio” packet using the iOS CoreAudio Framework, which is then picked up by the Dash Button’s onboard mic and parsed for Wi-Fi config info. If the Wi-Fi credentials are correct, the button phones home to the Amazon configuration servers and the setup continues, but with further config info being sent directly to the button over the Wi-Fi.
I immediately ripped apart the button in search of a way to piggyback on the ADMP441 digital microphone’s I2S bus. I figured it would be trivial to toss a logic analyzer on the bus and decode what I2S data was being sent to the STM32. Since I2S is a very commonly used and extremely well documented audio protocol, I counted on this being a relatively quick task.
While I was impressed with the density of the design, I was most definitely not impressed with the lack of a visible testpoint on the board for the digital microphone’s data line. The EN (enable), SCK (clock), and WS (word select) lines are easily available, but the SD (data) line is nowhere to be found. I poked around for a bit but didn’t see anything that looked promising. I quickly came to the realization that I was probably going to have to analyze the audio protocol as it came out of my iPhone rather than sniff it on the board. This was about the same time that I also realized this was not going to be the quick and dirty analysis I was expecting…
Armed with my RØDE shotgun mic, I took a new approach. Using Electroacoustics Toolbox, I performed some basic audio analysis on the packets coming from the Amazon iOS app. Based on Matthew Petroff’s Dash Button Teardown, I initially expected some sort of Frequency-Shift Encoded (FSK) modulation scheme. Using the Spectrogram tool, I could see that the configuration data was definitely coming in bursts of 20 packets in a try-retry scheme. It also looked like the frequency of the audio was spread out between 18kHz and 20kHz, which is on par for an audio FSK implementation.
Spectrogram capture of an entire configuration transmission.
Things got interesting, however, when I took an FFT of an entire transmission. The FFT showed an obvious frequency spread near 19kHz, but lacked the characteristic “double peak” indicating frequency occurrences at both the mark and space frequencies.
FFT of entire configuration transmission.
FFT of FSK modulated data. Note the very obvious “double peak” at the mark and space frequencies.
As I examined the FFT, it became clearer and clearer that the configuration data was not being transmitted with an FSK modulation scheme. At this point, I switched to the basic audio oscilloscope tool to try to figure out what was going on. After the first capture, it was pretty obvious that the data was being Amplitude (AM) modulated, with a carrier frequency of 19kHz.
The data was so clearly AM modulated that I wished I had just popped open the scope to begin with (note to future self)! Here’s a scope capture with a few repeated packets coming through.
After “configuring” a few different dash buttons and examining the transmitted data, I was getting confused as to why there was so much variation in the peak levels of the packets. I checked for ground loops and background noise before transmitting, and confirmed that the noise floor of my microphone setup was far below the variations in peak amplitude I was seeing. After staring at a few captures, I started to notice that the “variations” were consistent in their amplitudes. Looking some more, I realized that it wasn’t noise at all: the data was intentionally being sent with four distinct amplitude levels!
Clever, clever Amazon is using Amplitude-Shift Keying (ASK) modulation with 4-level binary to send the data across to the Dash Button.
The big benefit to this modulation scheme is that it’s got a 2-to-1 compression ratio, so the packet length is theoretically half of the length of an FSK packet. The downside, however, is that the Signal-to-Noise Ratio is halved. This isn’t really a problem, since the data is sent 20 times, and the transmitter (iOS device) can be closely physically located to the receiver (Dash Button).
After these discoveries, I came to a few conclusions:
The data is being sent from the iOS app using an ASK modulation scheme, with a carrier frequency of 19kHz. It’s resent 20 times before moving on.
Each “bit” (really, two bits) has a nominal bit time of 4ms. There are four levels of bit amplitude and there is no true zero. Every bit level, including 00, has some amplitude associated with it.
The first chunk of data is always the same. It looks like a simple calibration sequence, allowing the button to set the decoding thresholds for later down the road.
There appears to be both a start and stop glitch on all of the packets. This could be a byproduct of how Amazon is building their ASK packets in-app, or the hardware codec starting and stopping on the iPhone. This glitch isn’t harmful, because the transmission is stable by the time any meaningful data is coming through.
The packets are not of a fixed length. Entering a longer SSID or passphrase results in a longer packet.
Now that I had a rough idea of how data was transmitted, I wanted to give decoding some known data a shot. This is where things got really interesting for me, because I’ve got basically no experience in data transmission or communications theory. Luckily, I have a decent eye for patterns, which helped considerably in figuring out what data was represented where in each transmitted packet. I began by choosing an SSID and passphrase that were fairly easy to recognize. I ended up using 7’s and *’s in various combinations and orders. I quickly started to recognize the waveforms of each coming through in the data, but it wasn’t immediately clear how the characters were being translated from their ASCII representation.
Packet containing both 7 and *.
I was getting nervous that some type of encryption was being used on the characters to prevent bored nerds like me from easily snooping on the packets.
In an effort to bruteforce whatever translation was taking place, I sent the characters 1 through 9 in the password field. I assigned amplitude level “1” on the received data as binary 00, level “2” as 01, level “3” as 10, and level “4” as 11. I recorded the ASK levels of each character, and busted out a table of what the received binary data looked like in comparison to the known ASCII value of each character. The first thing that was clear was that the binary representation of each character definitely related to the next, which was good news. This ruled out any sort of encryption or lookup-table based character set. The next observation was that the binary data was decrementing, rather than incrementing as the transmitted ASCII characters should be. It was also evident that it was somehow scrambled or flipped from the known representation.
After a bit of bit order manipulation, I arrived at three conclusions:
The levels I picked (level “4” as 11, and level “1” as 00) were incorrect. Flipping these levels yields non-inverted bits, which then results in upwards-counting binary data.
Each 8-bit ASCII representation of a character was actually being transmitted “backwards” from how I expected, with the first 2-bits transmitted representing the LSB end of the ASCII character. Characters themselves are transmitted in the order they are entered.
Each block is 4 pulses long, which represents a total of 8 bits of data.
Armed with the encoding info, my final task was to write a piece of software which would listen to the audio sent by the iOS app and decode it into various representations. Doing it by hand was fun for a bit, but got tedious quickly. I rather arbitrarily settled on MATLAB, mostly because it’s easy to interface with audio components, manipulate WAV data, and filter and analyze datasets. I also figured it would be a good way to sharpen up my MATLAB since it’s been a bit since I’ve fired it up.
With a few hours of coding, I’ve got a script that can listen via my external mic, trim the acquired data to a single packet (albeit semi-manually), and separate and decode each block into it’s decimal, hexadecimal, and ASCII representations. It then saves this as a CSV file.
To to this, the MATLAB utilizes the built-in MATLAB AudioRecorder function. It then waits for user input in regards to the bounds of a single packet. With these, it trims the data and performs some simple filtering and peak detection. The peak detection is done using a Hilbert Transform (a very common and useful digital peak detection method). It then finds each subsequent peak and indexes them based on their amplitude to find the corresponding binary data.
Captured and trimmed audio data displayed in MATLAB.
The same packet after filtering and peak detection. Each level of peak is indicated with a different colored symbol.
I also (for no good reason) wrote a tool that goes in the reverse: punch in an array of 4 levels (1/2/3/4), and out comes a psudeo-ASK representation of it.
Because why not?
Using these software tools and a several packets, I discovered a few things:
The first two blocks of hypothesized “calibration sequence” is definitely that. They’re 10 bits each, which doesn’t match the rest of the packet. I’ve looked at hundreds of packets and they all start the same way. My MATLAB code actually uses these to find out where to start looking for real data. Handy!
Block 3 (Decimal rep) is the total length of the data which will come after it, in “number of blocks”.
Blocks 4-9 in every packet appear to be some sort of UDID/CRC. I’ll come back to this later.
Block 10 (Decimal rep) is the length of the SSID, in blocks.
Block 11 (ASCII rep) is the first char of the SSID. In this example, it’s only one character long.
Block 12 (Decimal rep) is the length of the passphrase. This isn’t always block 12, it’s dependent on whatever the length of the SSID is. It’s also always present immediately after the SSID, regardless if there’s a passphrase or not. If there isn’t, it’s just decimal 0, indicating that there is no passphrase.
Block 13 (ASCII rep) is the first char of the passphrase, if it exists. It’s also only one char long in this case.
Various blocks numbered by order of occurrence.
Hypothesized purpose of each block of data.
The last real question remaining is: what are blocks 4-9? In every packet I sent, they were different. I immediately thought some sort of CRC but the packet changed at times when I didn’t change the SSID or the passphrase, so it’s hard for me to tell. I’m leaning toward a on-demand Unique Device identifier (UDID) generated in the iOS app, potentially in combination with a CRC. With 48 bits to spare, a 32 bit UDID along with a 16 bit CRC seems more than reasonable.
With this scheme, device setup would look something like this:
User logs into their Amazon account from the app. This takes place every time a Dash Button is configured. Amazon then generates a “short” (<=48 bits) UDID for the Dash Button which associates it with an Amazon Account. They also store this somewhere on their servers.
The SSID and passphrase for the Wi-Fi connection are sent via audio packet to the Dash Button, along with the UDID that was just generated.
The Dash Button parses the data and attempts to connect to the Wi-Fi network. If it’s successful, it phones home to the Amazon servers with the supplied UDID. The Amazon servers “register” the button as active and tell the iOS app to continue setup.
From here, any further configuration data is sent to the button over the network, including what account is registered to the button (likely with more sophisticated verification than I’m alluding to*), what product the button is ordering, and shipping preferences.
*Just looking at the string dumps from the Dash Button firmware show that there is more sophisticated authentication taking place, it’s just hard to say when. I’m tempted to decompile the firmware just for fun, but I’ve already spent enough time looking at this damn $5 button…
And of course, here’s the final outcome of my efforts:
I’ve attached my MATLAB code in the off chance anyone wants to try this at home. It’ll probably take some tweaking for your specific setup.
Here’s the MATLAB code on GitHub.
That’s all I’ve got so far. I’m still curious in figuring out the six mystery blocks: if you’ve got any thoughts on it feel free to let me know. I might make another followup post taking a look at the firmware using IDA or something in the future, we’ll see. And of course if any Amazon employees want to get ahold of me and tell me how far off I was, I’d be okay with that too 🙂
Thanks to Matthew Petroff, GitHub user dekuNukem, and anyone else whom I may have forgotten to credit.
EDIT: It’s been pointed out to me by a few looking deeper into the button’s internals that the modulation scheme actually IS FSK with four carriers at 18130, 18620, 19910, and 19600Hz. I believe the reason why it so strongly resembled ASK when I observed the audio packets is because of the awful frequency response at the higher end of my phone, my mic, or both. A linear attenuation right at the top of the audible spectrum would explain the highest frequency being measured as lower amplitude. That being said, all encoding and modulation schemes still apply, with the highest frequency encoding representing binary 11.
In addition, there is in fact a CRC16 attached to each packet. It’s the first two bytes after the packet length declaration. Also, that length byte includes the length of the two bytes of CRC. That leaves 32 bits for the UDID, which is POSTed to the Amazon servers at http://dash-button-na.amazon.com/2/r/oft?countryCode=XX&realm=XXAmazon where XX us US for the United States, DE for Germany, etc. This jives quite strongly with my initial guess of button registration. Thanks to Benedikt Heinz (@EIZnuh) for sharing some of his research into the button’s firmware!
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Cover Re-reveal: The Uninhibited Series by Kimberly Bracco
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Deep down Ashley has always had the desire to be wild but has been held back by her own insecurities. She’s desperate to break free, but she's fearful of how people will judge her if they know her inner desires. She wants nothing more than to lose herself in sex that pushes her to the limit, but she hasn’t found anyone she trusts enough to take her there until she meets Tanner.
Tanner doesn’t trust anyone outside of his inner circle easily. The infamous, media proclaimed playboy, quarterback is tired of people using him for money, connections and to get their fifteen minutes of fame. Determined to protect his image and himself, he makes sure to keep most people at arm’s length until Ashley is thrown into his life. He’s inexplicably drawn to her, and she needs his help in more than ways than one. But to help her, he’ll need to let her in.
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‘Sex slave for sale’: Inside an abducted model’s 6 days of captivity
Italian investigators re-enact the in-suitcase transportation of a model who was drugged by a group, held in a farmhouse and advertised on the internet for sale as a sex slave
To the young British model, the assignment probably seemed routine: Travel to Milan, pose for a few photographs.
Just another ad campaign, her agency told her.
But when she arrived at an address near Milan’s Central Station, any semblance of routine vanished...
“The victim was doped with ketamine,” an Italian prosecutor said at Friday’s arraignment of one of her accused kidnappers, Polish national Lukasz Pawel Herba, 30.
From an original demand of $300,000, the captors reduced their demands to about $60,000, a sum that was never paid.
Read more from the NY Post [HERE].
'A World Without Suicide'
This in-depth article on suicide from TheAtlantic.com is worth taking the time to read. It shares, among many other things, the insight from a survivor who attempted suicide by jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
Kevin Hines shares the following in the article:
Kevin rejects the notion that anyone “chooses” to take their own life. “It’s not a choice when a voice in your head, a third party to your own conscience, is literally screaming in your head, ‘You must die, jump now.’”
He also challenges the idea that suicide is a selfish act, because to a person in extremis, compelled to believe they are a burden, living can feel like the selfish act.
Yet he also remembers feeling how little it would have taken to deter him that morning in 2000. “I had made a pact with myself, and many survivors report this, that if anyone said to me that day, ‘Are you OK?’ or ‘Is something wrong?’ or ‘Can I help you?’—I narrowed it down to those three phrases—I would tell them everything and beg for help.”
As he sat on the bus, where he remembers crying, yelling aloud at the voices to stop, nobody said anything. “It still baffles me that human beings can’t see someone like that, wailing in pain, and say something kind—anything,” he says.
Kevin Hines, who speaks across the world is someone Hostage Negotiation conference organizers should consider having at their next conference. This helps negotiators with comprehending a key effective negotiator concept- empathy.
So what's the deal with empathy? Here's what I had to say in a previous article [HERE]:
If we as negotiators are trying to influence a behavioral change in the person, it is necessary to understand their current emotions and behavior.
Empathy is just that- seeing and understanding the perspective of another. You need this in order to be an effective negotiator and you need to demonstrate it by taking your time to listen (yep, a pattern is developing here- each of the five skills work off of each other).
Read more on the general importance of empathy here (really, I suggest you read it).
Read the full article at The Atlantic [HERE].
Al-Qaeda releases South African hostage after almost 6 years
Stephen McGown was kidnapped in Timbuktu, Mali in November 2011 and has finally been released and allowed to return home.
...The Al-Qaeda kidnappers had reportedly demanded a $5 million ransom for his release, but the South African government rejected it and Nkoana-Mashabane said in her news statement that no ransom was paid for McGown’s return. One of his fellow travelers, John Gustafsson from Sweden, was released by Al-Qaeda in June, while a Dutch national, Sjaak Rijke, was freed back in 2015 during a raid by French special forces.
Read more from BlastingNews.com [HERE].
Dramatic standoff with potential jumper on Verrazano stretches into 5th hour
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Police have engaged in a dramatic, five-hour standoff with a potential jumper on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge Wednesday morning, as they attempt to talk the 30-year-old man off the ledge of the span.
Financial issues might have prompted the apparent suicide attempt, said a source with knowledge of the investigation.
Read more fro SILive.com [HERE].
San Diegans hit with 'virtual kidnapping' hoaxes for ransom
The voice on the phone demands a ransom for a family member or co-worker who has been kidnapped.
The caller claims armed men from a Mexican drug cartel are outside and will start shooting if the terms aren’t met.
San Diego police said Wednesday that they have gotten reports of similar “virtual kidnapping” hoax threats made to 10 businesses and individuals last week. Some of the calls originated in the Baja California region of Mexico.
...Ransom amounts varied, from $1,000 to $10,000, depending on the apparent ability of the victim to pay, Wahl said.
Read more from the San Diego Union Tribune [HERE].
So what can you do? Here's some tips from the FBI and NYPD:
Try to slow the situation down. Request to speak to the victim directly. Ask, “How do I know my loved one is okay?”
If they don’t let you speak to the victim, ask them to describe the victim or describe the vehicle they drive, if applicable.
Listen carefully to the voice of the kidnapped victim if they speak.
Attempt to call, text, or contact the victim via social media. Request that the victim call back from his or her cell phone.
While staying on the line with alleged kidnappers, try to call the alleged kidnap victim from another phone.
To buy time, repeat the caller’s request and tell them you are writing down the demand, or tell the caller you need time to get things moving.
Don’t directly challenge or argue with the caller. Keep your voice low and steady.
Request the kidnapped victim call back from his/her cell phone.
Read more on the tips [HERE].
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If you’ve got a driver’s license and a pulse, you could be making $100,000 a year in the West Texas oil boom
https://news.vice.com/en_us/article/d3e99w/if-youve-got-a-drivers-license-and-a-pulse-you-could-be-making-dollar100000-a-year-in-the-west-texas-oil-boom
The U.S. is on track to become the world’s biggest oil producer by next year, and in West Texas, home to the most active oilfield in the world, the oil boom has resulted in a modern-day gold rush.
The Permian Basin is set to overtake Iran in output in just a few months as oil prices pick up from 2015’s rock bottom. To keep up with production, thousands of workers from every part of the country are heading to the scorching Texas desert, where entry-level oilfield jobs regularly pay over $100,000 a year.
They all want a piece of what people in Midland, the Permian Basin’s major town, are hailing as a new gold rush.
“All the major oil companies and exploration companies are moving out here. They're selling their assets everywhere else,” said Josh Garcia, an operations manager at a company that supplies chemicals for drilling. “At this point, it’s just a matter of numbers: Companies need to fill those spots, and they’ll train you. You can rewrite your story out here if you want to.”
That's exactly what 22-year-old Mike “Snowflake” Smith is counting on. In Austin, he was a high-school dropout. But in the oilfield, he’s a welder-in-training working 14 hours a day in 110-degree heat — for a hefty paycheck. And he has the goods to prove it: new truck, Apple watch, almost-new RV, ostrich-leather work boots, and some very expensive tattoos.
Snowflake’s so in demand that he can pick and choose between jobs. The day we met, he’d just quit over a late overtime request.
“I hire in with another company in the morning. In my phone right now there are 30 or 40 people I can call and get a job in ten minutes,” said Snowflake.
He’s not alone. By some estimates, Midland currently has 20,000 unfilled positions, and the town is in need of as many as 40,000 additional homes to accomodate the influx of people.
In the meantime, thousands of oilfield workers sleep and eat in “man camps” — rows of converted containers or trailers that extend over as much as 40 acres of rocky land that’s useless for drilling or grazing.
The geologists, engineers and executives, on the other hand, have found themselves locked in bidding wars that have caused escalating prices on Midland’s housing market, which was just named the hottest in the country.
Oil is a rollercoaster economy, notorious for its ups and downs, but even so, = things haven’t been this good for a very long time.
In the early 2000s, following a long, slow decline in oil production that began after the last record-breaking years of the late 1960s, analysts started writing obituaries for American oil. In the Permian, where wells had been gushing crude for almost 100 years, the flow was looking more like a trickle. Big companies sold leases and moved on.
Then fracking changed everything.
The technology, which was already over 50 years old when it became commercially viable in the last decade, suddenly meant vast deposits of oil trapped between layers and pores of underground rock were open for business. In April of this year, 22 percent of all the drilling rigs in the world could be found punching holes in the Permian.
Texans, who’ve seen a century of booms and their fair share of busts, hope the good times are here to stay.
Josh Garcia, who remembers the last bust, is cautiously excited. “You would see these guys with $80,000 trucks and sports cars, being sold for half price before they got repossessed. But I'm not worried about the bust. It's just too good right now,” he said.
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