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Exmouth Journal > Lifestyle >
Support for seafront apartment block
Sean Keywood
Published: 3:07 PM February 1, 2013 Updated: 9:39 AM November 7, 2020
The latest Pier Head plan, which councillors will consider on Tuesday. - Credit: Archant
District planning officers have again said a new block of flats on Exmouth seafront should go ahead, despite opposition from Exmouth Town Council.
The plan is for a five-storey building, containing 14 apartments and three shops, to be built at Pier Head, near Exmouth Marina, at the corner of Victoria Road and Mamhead View.
This plan has been revised down from the eight-storey block which was rejected by East Devon District Council’s development management committee (DMC) last June.
Planning officers had supported that plan, and are also backing this one.
They say that the reduced height of the building should address councillors’ previous concerns, and maintain that it would provide a ‘landmark’ building for the site, as proposed by the Exmouth Masterplan.
They also say that the plan meets an ‘exceptions test’ for flood risk that justifies building on the seafront site.
When town councillors considered the plan last October, they recommended refusal on the grounds of overdevelopment, loss of light to neighbouring properties, inappropriate height and mass, and the unsuitability of the site, which they said was potentially contaminated.
The DMC will make the final decision on the plan at its meeting next Tuesday at the Knowle, Sidmouth.
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Exmouth Journal > News > Education
Orcombe Point makeover plans revealed
Published: 10:18 AM May 27, 2011 Updated: 9:31 AM November 7, 2020
THE first designs to enhance the gateway to the Jurassic Coast at Orcombe Point have been unveiled.
Devon County Council and visitor attraction specialists Bright 3D have teamed up to improve the area, which represents the start of the 95-mile geological ‘walk through time’ and England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
The drawings, released this week, show six ‘interpretational elements’ of the proposal.
They include improvements to the zig-zag path leading to the cliff-top from the seafront, with a display integrated into the stone wall underneath what was formerly the Orcombe Point caf�, and resurfacing of the path.
Integrated Jurassic Coast-themed displays, hard-standings and information boards are also dotted along the path up to the cliff line.
The aim is to make the site, which is of great geological and ecological significance, more accessible to visitors and enable full appreciation of the natural asset.
The preliminary drawings also show bollards cordoning off the end of Queens Drive from traffic.
The area, which is currently a roundabout, has been transformed into a circular piazza enclosed by new wooden seating, similar to the new Strand development, and a ‘landscaped feature’, temporarily re-using existing banners
Although the county council are at pains to say that these are only preliminary drawings and could be subject to change, they follow a consultation event held last month at the town hall.
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Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips: 11 tricks that'll make even Hermione Granger jealous
By Zoe Delahunty-Light 19 July 2019
From potion ingredients to spell energy, confoundables to fortresses - we've got it all covered with these Wizards Unite tips
There's nothing wrong with looking up a few Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips. It's an odd game with a few weird tricks up its sleeve and a strange way of explaining anything. Stick Harry Potter: Wizards Unite though and things will eventually start to make sense, and these Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips should get you started quicker and more coherently than trying to muddle through it yourself.
Our Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips will keep you casting spells long into the night (remember to bring a torch in lieu of a lumos spell, ok?). Don't worry, fellow wizards and witches, as these pointers will make sure you feel like you've got all the knowledge of Hogwarts to hand when it comes to playing the mobile game, so keep reading for the Wizards Unite tips that'll help you become as powerful as Harry Potter himself in no time.
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1. Interact with cauldrons when you're brewing potions
Gather the right ingredients in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite and you'll be able to brew your very own potions. It goes way beyond just clicking a 'brew potion' button though, if you then tap on the cauldron you'll be able to perform a whole range of gestures that - if done in the right order - can speed up brewing time. Go to the info button at the top of the brewing screen to see all the different symbols you can draw on the cauldron to make it brew faster, which are things like stirring counter clockwise, pinching the liquid, tapping it repeatedly and so on Experiment with different movements (including shaking your phone) to discover the right combination and have a lil' bit of fun at the same time. Once you've learnt one combination for a potion, the sequence will be written at the top of the screen so you don't have to remember it yourself. Nifty!
2. Make sure you're fighting the right monsters for your class
Picking a profession in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is basically you choosing your class. You can decide whether to be a Magizoologist (a tank and healer), an Auror (which does high damage), or a Professor (good at puzzle solving - we don't know much more about them at the moment). When you enter Fortresses with other players, each one of you will have different advantages against specific monsters based on your Profession. So Aurors will be better against death eaters, and Magizoologists will have an easier time defeating creatures like erklings. Make sure you're fighting the best creature for your profession, or you won't be being very efficient. Not good.
3. Play with friends to get bonus XP from challenges
Having friends feels good anyway, but one of our Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips is to make sure you team up with other players to access the special rewards reserved just for those magical friendships. In the social section of the game it says that you can get bonus wizarding XP and bonus XP from challenges when you complete them with friends, so remember to buddy up if you want to level up that little bit faster.
4. Complete daily assignments for gold, XP, or items
On the screen there's a tab especially for daily assignments, which you can access by clicking the icon in the bottom right-hand corner. In here you'll find daily assignments, which are basically daily quests. They're usually pretty easy and get you either gold, XP, or items for completing them, so tackling them is a great way to reap some extra rewards.
5. Use your Portkeys to see more of the Harry Potter world
When you level up you'll find Portkeys which open Portmanteaus, or portals to different parts of the wizarding world. Portmanteaus can be found around the map, and once you find one you can use a Portkey to step inside and look around a location in the wizarding world, like Hagrid's Hut, Ollivander's Wand Shop, and Borgin and Burkes. They're neat little slices of the world, so make sure you use Portkeys to get the full experience.
6. Visit inns regularly to collect spell energy
Spell energy is crucial when it comes to casting spells, as you'll spend one unit of energy for every spell you cast. Visit inns regularly to make sure you have enough as each dish you consume there will give you one spell energy - and only one. These can run out pretty quickly, so you'll want to plan a walking route that takes you past quite a few inns so you can restock spell energy fast and not be left without any spells to cast during a Fortress fight. Inns restock every 5 minutes so you'll just have to do a couple of laps to be able to cast spells once more. You can always buy more spell energy using gold, but hey, you do you.
7. A red bar means a high level confoundable you'll have to level up to defeat
Confoundables are evil creatures you'll need to defeat. They usually aren't that hard to beat, but if you see the bar at the top of your screen turn red, you had better save yourself some time and run away. That red bar means the confoundable you're fighting is incredibly hard to beat, so it's best to try and level up before taking it on or downing some potions to make your magic more powerful. Or you'll find yourself wasting your valuable spell energy.
8. Red and black swirls when casting spells means you've failed
Related to one of our Harry Potter: Wizards Unite tips above, a quick way to tell whether you've failed at destroying a Confoundable is to pay attention to the colour of your spells on the screen. Usually they're blue if you're successful, but if you start to see red and black swirls coming from your wand, I have bad news: you've already failed and you won't be able to get rid of the confoundable. It's best to run away in that scenario and make sure you're powerful enough to take down the confoundable, as there are some that are simply too hard for new witches and wizards.
9. Pay attention to a spell glyphs' specific shape
Some of the spell glyphs can trick you in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. The straight ones are simple enough, but a couple of them look circular but are actually slightly warped so that they're squashed flat at awkward points. This means that your brain might tell you to draw a circle shape, but it won't work as it doesn't match the glyph. So pay attention to the symbol and beware - if you're too slow you'll fail, plus the glyph disappears quite quickly so you'll have to draw it from memory.
10. Different potion ingredients appear depending on time of day, weather, and moon phase
Different potion ingredients will appear at different times, so make sure to watch carefully which ingredients appear during various types of weather, the time of day, and the moon phase. Someone will doubtless post all the spawning guidelines on Reddit at some point, but until then you might want to make a note of when some of the rarer ingredients appear for yourself.
11. Bring a battery pack on your treks
This one is self-explanatory. When you're walking around dispelling confoundables and brewing potions, the last thing you want is to run out of juice on your phone. Make sure to bring a battery back with you so you can recharge it on the go.
If you want to know more about Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, here's what we know so far about the Harry Potter: Wizards Unite summer events 2019 has on offer, or look below to see what's going on this week in the world of movies, TV, and games!
Zoe Delahunty-Light
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Breaking| Oct 27, 2020, 08:12pm EDT |
Trump Said U.S. Was ‘Rounding The Final Turn’ On Aug. 31 – And On 39 Of The 57 Days Since
Andrew SolenderForbes Staff
I write about politics and the Biden transition.
Updated Oct 27, 2020, 08:13pm EDT
President Trump has said the United States is “rounding the turn” – or “corner” or “bend” – on the coronavirus pandemic with shocking consistency over the last two months, a period in which average daily cases have risen sharply.
President Donald Trump speaks during an event on "Protecting America's Seniors," Friday, Oct. 16, ... [+] 2020, in Fort Myers, Fla. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Trump first said in a virtual Nevada tele-rally on Aug. 31 that the U.S. was “rounding the final turn” on the virus, repeating the line again at a Sep. 3 Pennsylvania rally “we are rounding that turn, and vaccines are coming along great.”
The biggest gap came when Trump contracted the virus himself at the beginning of October and briefly receded from public view, though he began saying it once again on Oct. 8.
“I say that all the time,” Trump said of the line earlier this month, calling those who disagree “cynics and angry partisans and professional pessimists," and later declaring the U.S. is “rounding the turn with or without the vaccine,” even as the country reported a daily record of over 85,000 cases that day.
Trump has said the phrase every day for the last 15 days, even as daily average cases of the virus have risen sharply over the same period, hitting new records beyond the previous peak in July.
“Until November 4th., Fake News Media is going full on Covid, Covid, Covid,” Trump tweeted early Tuesday morning, adding “We are rounding the turn. 99.9%,” an incorrect reference to the survival rate of people who have contracted the disease, which has killed over 225,000 Americans, according to the CDC.
Trump has taken issue with using cases as a measure of the pandemic’s severity, arguing that increased testing accounts for the spike despite U.S. testing lagging compared to cases and deaths ticking up by 14% over the last 14 days, according to the New York Times.
Surprising Fact
The U.S. has since logged more than 43,000 deaths from the virus since Trump began saying the U.S. is “rounding the final turn” on Aug. 31, according to data from Johns Hopkins University’s Coronavirus Resource Center.
Key Background
Trump has readily admitted his willingness to play down the realities of the pandemic to avoid panic, even if it means concealing the truth about its severity. After telling Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward in February the virus is “deadly stuff,” Trump nonetheless told him in March, “I wanted to always play it down. I still like playing it down, because I don’t want to create a panic.”
Crucial Quote
“The fact is, there has to be a calmness. You don’t want me jumping up and down, screaming, ‘There’s going to be great death’... and really causing some very, very serious problems for the country,” Trump said at a briefing in September.
Chief Critic
Democratic candidate Joe Biden accused Trump of having “given up” and “quit on America” during a speech in Delaware on Friday. “He just wants us to grow numb and resigned to the horrors of this death toll,” he added, pledging to institute a “true nationally coordinated plan” and “spare no expense” to beat the virus.
Big Number
55%. That’s the share of likely voters in a Quinnipiac poll released Thursday who said Biden would do a better job handling the virus, compared to just 38% who said Trump would do a better job. 57% said they disapprove of Trump’s handling of the virus, as Biden led Trump by 10 points overall, 51% to 41%.
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I am a news reporter covering politics and the Biden transition. I have previously worked for MSNBC and Chronogram Magazine. I attended Vassar College and the London
I am a news reporter covering politics and the Biden transition. I have previously worked for MSNBC and Chronogram Magazine. I attended Vassar College and the London School of Economics.
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Car explodes after driver sprays 'excessive' amount of air freshener before lighting cigarette
A car exploded in England on Saturday after the driver sprayed air freshener inside before lighting a cigarette, officials said. (West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service)
A driver in England accidentally blew up his car when he lit a cigarette after spraying air freshener inside, officials said.
The unidentified man sprayed an "excessive" amount of aerosol spray in his car, which was parked in Halifax, West Yorkshire, on Saturday when he decided to grab a cigarette.
Witnesses told the Manchester Evening News they heard an "enormous bang" — and saw the car's windows shatter and nearby buildings shake.
The driver reportedly made it out of the car with minor injuries and was treated by first responders, but West Yorkshire Police said in a statement the situation "could have been worse."
"The owner of a car parked on that street and had used an air freshener can but not ventilated his car before lighting his cigarette," West Yorkshire Police said in a statement. "The fumes exploded and blew out his windscreen, along with some windows at nearby business premises."
The street was briefly closed while authorities — who warned members of the public to "be careful and follow guidelines when using air freshener cans" — investigated.
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No. 17 Virginia Tech on a roll as it heads to Syracuse
Halfway through their first seasons at their schools, coaches Justin Fuente of Virginia Tech and Dino Babers of Syracuse are headed in different directions.
Fuente seems to have picked up where Frank Beamer left off: the Hokies (4-1, 2-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) are ranked 17th and lead the Coastal Division going into Saturday's game against the Orange in the Carrier Dome. Syracuse (2-4, 0-2 ACC) has lost four of five and faces three ranked teams in the second half of the season, its chance at the postseason seemingly out of reach already.
''There's a long season ahead of us,'' Fuente said. ''We can take pride in winning a couple games. There's nothing wrong with that. But you've got to move past those things.''
Moving past the Orange once was a struggle when both teams were in the Big East - they split their 12 meetings before Virginia Tech left for the ACC in 2004. The Orange bolted for the ACC three years ago and this will be the teams' first meeting as conference members.
The Orange strives to thrive on offense. The Hokies have been dominating opponents with a stifling defense that's become the perfect complement to an efficient offense.
''You're talking about a defense that's ranked in the top five,'' Babers said. ''And then when you watch the D-linemen redirect and get after the football, these guys are running down screens, wide receiver screens, running back screens from behind, pressuring quarterbacks. It's fun to watch them play, but it's not fun to know that you've got to play them.''
The last time Virginia Tech won in the Carrier Dome was 2000, when quarterback Michael Vick overcame eight sacks by an Orange defense led by Dwight Freeney in a 22-14 victory.
Other things to know for Syracuse vs. Virginia Tech:
ROLL TECH: The Hokies have had three straight dominant defensive performances - against East Carolina, Boston College and former No. 17 North Carolina - outscoring those three foes 137-20. The lone loss under Fuente came against then-No. 17 Tennessee - a 45-24 setback in the second game of the season, played at Bristol Motor Speedway before college football's largest crowd (156,990). Five Tech turnovers, all fumbles, spelled doom as Tennessee scored 31 straight points to overcome a 14-0 deficit.
''I think the Tennessee game was a fairly good wake-up call for us,'' Fuente said. ''You don't give yourself a chance to win when you do those types of things. I think that helped us in terms of maybe getting our kids' attention a little bit. Now, we've just got to keep it.''
WIDEOUT WONDER: Syracuse's Amba Etta-Tawo is fifth (8.5) in the nation in receptions per game and still leads everybody in receiving yards per game (146) despite coming off his worst showing of a breakout season - four catches for 34 yards last week in a 28-9 loss at Wake Forest. The Orange failed to score in the second half of that game, which was buffeted by Hurricane Matthew.
EVANS' EFFICIENCY: Hokies quarterback Jerod Evans leads the ACC in passing efficiency, having thrown 15 touchdown passes with one interception. That one pick came on a pass that hit top receiver Isaiah Ford in the hands, and he juggled it right into the hands of a defender. If the Hokies' passing game remains essentially mistake-free, they will be hard to beat.
SOMETHING HAS TO GIVE: The Hokies rank second in the FBS in pass defense (132.2 yards per game) and third in total defense (237.6 ypg). Syracuse ranks second in the ACC and 12th nationally in passing offense, averaging 336.3 ypg.
THROW IT: Syracuse QB Eric Dungey is second in the league with an average of 314 passing yards per game. He might be third had the Hokies not held No. 3 Mitch Trubisly at UNC to 58 passing yards last week in a 34-3 victory played in a driving rain.
AP Sports Writer Hank Kurz in Virginia contributed.
AP College Football Website: www.collegefootball.ap.org
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180° LAMP ALUMINIUM, SILICONE 09/2017
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Frederic Rätsch
Frederic Rätsch studied Industrial Design at the Muthesius Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Kiel, Germany, where he honourably graduated in 2014. Afterwards he worked at Atelier Steffen Kehrle in Munich. He moved to London to proceed his study within the Design Products masters programme at the Royal College of Art, from which he graduated in July 2017. In London he interned at Sam Hecht & Kim Colin's design studio Industrial Facility. Since May 2018 Frederic works for one of the top lighting designers and manufacturers Tobias Grau in Hamburg.
Frederic is fascinated by everyday objects and especially by the industrial production in perfection. He believes in sustainability through long-lasting emotional relationships between human and object. Pushing boundaries, questioning known typologies and proposing new solutions on an industrial scale in a contemporary way represent his major goals.
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180°LAMP
aluminium, silicone 09/2017
Probably there is nothing, which is more related to time than light is. With its help – with the help of the sunset and sunrise, we create a sense of time. The wireless 180° Lamp is designed to use light as an indicator of time. The product is concentrated on performing one single function very well, which is combined with a highly intuitive use. It questions how we interact with lamps and proposes an alternative control by moving the object itself rather than pressing an on/off switch.
The 180° Lamp embraces the common gesture of an hourglass to start the dimming process, which is straight forward, simple and understandable. As turned 180° the light gradually dims until turning off after a pre-set time period. To restart it just needs to be flipped over again. If one wants to turn the light off, the lamp can be placed horizontally. It can be used in every suitable situation, for example giving small children a better nights sleep or indicate some time to read before sleeping while one can calm down more naturally.
Photography Verena Hutter.
Flexible Sitting in Public Spaces TPC-ET, PBT 07/2017
Specialist for performance materials DuPont™ and I started working on the project ‘Flexible Sitting in Public Spaces’ in October 2016, initiated as the graduation project of my master’s degree in Design Products at the Royal College of Art in London. The goal was to create a chair for public spaces and the contract market, that uses the high performance qualities of the flexible DuPont™ thermoplastic elastomer Hytrel® and the tough Crastin® PBT to increase the comfort known from most solid plastic chairs. It is characterised by observations of sitting behaviour, context and production technique. To achieve an outstanding design, extraordinary comfort and movement, the aim was to design the most challenging typology of a chair—a cantilever chair. The main theme of the chair is flexible sitting, which is addressed in different scenarios —flexible in movement, flexible in context and flexible in sitting postures. So far there are only two cantilever chairs made from plastic on the market and none of them is capable of providing the flexibility one would expect of a cantilever chair. The context of the chair is public space both indoors and outdoors. Throughout the Double Cantilever Chair (DCC) is consciously designed with the research of the particular context, material, design history and sitting behaviour in mind. In my opinion it is essential that design does not become something arbitrary or stylised. Hence the chair is characterised by e.g. the need of putting it on a table for cleaning the floor and the needs for agile sitting. It resembles understanding of the materials and showcases them while pushing the performance plastics to their limits.
DCC achieves the comfort of upholstered furniture through the use of high performance plastics. It features an elastic seat made of Hytrel® that allows adaption to the body. Visually it is totally flat and solid, but therefore provides a surprising moment when actually being soft and flexible. The Crastin® PBT with its strength and stiff properties is the perfect material to support the seat shell, while still allowing some flex. The design process was driven by a constant exchange between the computer and full-scale model making. CAD models have been used as a tool to record the process and allow FEA, stackability tests and arrangements in the chair’s context. While wire and cardboard models helped to define the design idea, further models in polystyrene foam or plywood enabled the basic seating comfort to be assessed. In the further development the Institute of Plastic Processing in Aachen, Germany supported the project with the production of a 3D printed full-scale prototype, which is using Hytrel® for the seat shell to showcase the intended flexibility. Observation of people’s sitting behaviour and a holistic understanding of the project have been key from the start. Unlike in other projects, it was not possible to use the actual material of the chair in the process. This asked for a very different approach in the beginning.
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This workbook is a collection of models, prototypes and sketches, which mark crucial stages in the process of DCC. It shows how a product comes alive, that uses an injection moulded material, hence an invisible one in the process.
Graphic Design William Slocombe, Photography Frederic Rätsch / Nicola Tree
My design process is always driven by a constant exchange between the computer and full-scale model making. CAD models have been used as a tool to record the process and allow FEA, stackability tests and arrangements in the chair’s context. While wire and cardboard models helped to define the design idea, further models in polystyrene foam or plywood enabled the basic seating comfort to be assessed. In the further development the Institute of Plastic Processing in Aachen, Germany supported the project with the production of a 3D printed full-scale prototype, which is using Hytrel® for the seat shell to showcase the intended flexibility. Observation of people’s sitting behaviour and a holistic understanding of the project have been key from the start. Unlike in other projects, it was not possible to use the actual material of the chair in the process. This asked for a very different approach in the beginning.
FIGHT FOR
The quality of physical things sheet metal, paper 05/2017
‘FIGHT FOR’ is a campaign and attitude emphasising the quality of physical things. It started off by realising the loss of receiving actual letters for special occasions and what it means to send a letter, compared to an obscure e-mail. While Appreciating the possibilities and emerging oppertunities of new technologies, we are concerned about losing important aspects in social and everyday life. A letter opener and bookmark made of sheet metal are symbols of the campagin, which is motivated by the consequences of the ongoing digitalisation and the risk of losing the essence of reality. Posters and postcards were designed to support and spread the statement of the campaign.
In collaboration with graphic designer William Slocombe.
TOOL CHAIR
chair for flexible sitting maple 07/2014
How do we actually sit? Do we really need the whole seat or a classic backrest? Is there always a front or a back? – To questioning known typologies and standards is fundamental in my work as a designer. It is not about making just new and pleasing things, or even for a fashion trend, but rather about driving forward an evolution of things. In doing so, it is necessary to fathom out and change boundaries. The Tool Chair is a chair that enables – maybe even provokes – flexible seating. It enables the sitter to take up various postures and positions. A bent plate on the side offers support, be it as arm rest or backrest, to hold on to, to rest on or place something. With its narrow seat, the Tool Chair cultivates the habit of sitting on the edge of a chair.
On average we sit about 9.3 hours per day – much more than we stand, walk or lie. Sitting permanently in one position is unhealthy and sap one’s energy. The Tool Chair is designed to help the user remain concentrated, not for relaxing. On this chair you stay agile – you stand up and sit down again. The seat height is higher than usual to facilitate this. The Tool Chair does not extrapolate immediately, but rather has to be discovered. This involvement increases the “potential for identification”. Mostly the chair is not perceived indifferently, but surprises and provokes the user towards discovery.
TYPE SIDE TABLE
side table glass, steel wire 02/2014
The Type Side Table, made of steel wire and a glass plate, is designed to extend the idea of the Type Chair. The wire is used like a sketched line in space. It is based on a simple and understandable construction. The glass plate just lays on it and is fixed between the wire simply by its particular position and size. The glass does not cover the structure and gives priority to it.
MIO GLASS
water glass glass 07/2013
‘Do we really need more products?’ This is one of the most critical issues in the field of design. My personal drive is caused by a lack of things with the potential for identification. To achieve this, points of contact, friction and design exceeding the rational are needed. Identification is also a key criterion within sustainability. It is not about making objects which many people only like superficially and are thrown away indifferently after a few years, but things with attitude and emotional appeal. These things polarize. Some do not like them, but others love them for a lifetime.
Mio Glass is a water glass greatly influencing the drinking attitude by its shape leading to a more original and cherished movement, which can also lead to an increased appreciation of the glass itself.
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side table steel 07/2013
Mio Side Table is a reduced side table which causes senstation by its red tip at the most loaded point. In spite of its subtle appearance it determines to a great extent about the character and charisma of this side table. It affects the decision about love or hate. The Mio Side Table can easily be collapsed flat.
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lamp pp, led 07/2013
Mio Light is a lamp with emotional appeal. It creates an unusual and much more direct relationship between human and light. It is more light than lamp and sits like a small and lovely being beside you. It shines, it illuminates, it lets you look into its eyes.
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desk beech, aluminium 06/2013
A desk is often not just used for one matter. Changing and interrupting the activity can lead to an unstructured workplace. Through several areas Desk Five allows work in parallel. The current work can be interrupted without clearing aside the materials needed for it. Thus the interrupted work can be continued later without any problems. Two plates on top at a sufficient distance above the base plate for a laptop, books and writing utensils can be moved by wheels. Some slots in the leading groove at the parking positions generate a haptic moment and offer grip.
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Can a landlord charge me for extra days of rent for cleaning after my lease is over?
Our lease ended on the 16th and he wanted us to move out earlier so he could start repairs and cleaning. We were unable to leave any earlier and now we are being charged 7 days of rent because it took his workers 7 days to repair and clean the house afterwards. He claims he had people ready to move in by the 18th but is unable to because we left the house in a terrible state.
Asked on August 31, 2011 California
Under California law, a landlord cannot charge his or her tenant extra rent because the tenant did not move out earlier than agreed to. The tenant is required to pay rent for all days that he or she is occupying the rented unit.
For the landlord to try and charge the tenant for days the landlord had to clean the unit formerly rented beyond the agreed upon and paid move out date has no legal basis. If you left on the final day that you had paid rent for even though the landlord wanted you out earlier for cleaning purposes, you are under no obligation to pay for "cleaning days" by the landlord for your former unit.
Cleaning a rental after a tenant has moved is the costs of doing business by the landlord.
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Lazing on the First Sunday in March…………..with a self made lively salad!…and thoughts on the MF Husain Interview and Reality Shows
By Gaurav Parikh 7 Mar, 2010 Leave a comment
It’s been a lazy and spacey Sunday so far……after a hectic and lively week
Wife’s away ‘maike’ for a few days to be with her father…he’s recovering from a minor surgery…..daughter’s on a Football and Facebook roll….Son’s away strumming his Electric Guitar with his new band ‘PitchBlack’ actually performing his own composition ‘Stars’ at the Finals of a Rock band Competition in the Mumbai suburbs
…..Being too Hot ,decided to have some Salad for Lunch…..and managed to conjure up a lively one…. Crunchy Cauliflower florets pulled out of boiling water before they become tender,diced cabbage,carrots,cucumber,tomatoes,button mushrooms,corn,grated cheese,sliced green and black olives…a hint of fresh coriander,lemon flavoured Pepper,a squeeze of Lemon,soya and vinegar dressing…all turned around for a minute in two spoons of extra virgin Olive Oil…had it warm…and left some to have it chilled a little later on….Loved it….so did my Daughter…but then she had said ‘Awesome’ even before she had had it!
…yet to have a bath….watched NatGeo and a Zebra chasing a Cheetah…and a Hyena actually battling a Lioness over a a Leopard’s kill…yes you read it right!…Special Amazing Incredible Footage….Just reflecting that these addicted Techno Freaks out there need to remember that Apple and Blackberry are just Fruits !….Get back to Nature guys!…atleast on TV!
….and It’s going to be a Bollywood Night and a Hollywood Morning!….Viewing right now the Recorded Coverage of a Leading Bollywood Awards Show….primarily want to catch the comedy capers by the compering superstars duet of SRK and SAK…not really impressed so far with them and it’s nearly 9.30 pm,one and a half hour into the show…seems a show by stars,of stars and only for the stars….we,public are idiots and must lap up the comperes idiocy !
…and early morning 6.30 am IST planning to view the Hollywood Oscars Live with high expectations from another compering superstars duet of Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin
…..Also caught the M F Husain Interview on NDTV 24*7 after he gave up Indian Citizenship to take a Qatari one…I was increasingly getting disillusioned with his rather ‘glib’ answers…Mr Husain,you’re a Living Legend of a Painter, and ‘Citizenship is just a mere piece of paper !’ for you maybe…but not for me !…Methinks giving the Interview was a bad idea !…..and to move from a Democratic India with a rich cultural heritage of unfettered ,yet responsible ,Creativity to an Islamic Country brings into question the real Intent !…..you claim it’s purely for financial and tax reasons and you’re above physicality…Really!?….and I’m appalled at the gaul of known sychopants like Mani Shankar Aiyer to suggest India should send an Envoy and fall at Husain’s feet and beg for him to return and gaurantee him full security and total creative freedom…as ‘Art of Living’ Founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar echoed what’s on the minds of most Indians “It’s the Intent that’s in question…..Would there be the same Spirit when it comes to painting heroes of his religion”?…and Religion remains a core and sensitive issue in every country on this planet…be it Hinduism,Islam or Christianity or any other….Creativity must respect Religious sentiments…nothwitstanding that Hypocracy and Double Standards will also co exist
…..Also caught the relevant debate on ‘Reality Shows’ on TV on Times Now…I strongly feel such shows like ‘Emotional Atyachar’ and Splitsville’ simply create angst,frustration,depression and humiliation in the guise of being engaging and entertaining…and destroys the process of creating core value systems in our young people and children…As one participant bluntly put it “If your not Famous,you have no Value”….Money is the Seducing Motivator and also the Meter to judge Success and Fame….people bare their souls and selves …and mouth….just for the moolah…Sad…even sadder when they realize such Fame is simply Fleeting in nature
'Emotional Atyachar' 'Splitsville' Art of Living Lazy Sunday and a Lively self made Salad M F Husain Mani Shankar Aiyar Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
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Community tackles underage drinking in Caversham
A new action group has been launched to clamp down on underage drinking and drunken behaviour by teenagers in Caversham.
The Caversham Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) is made up of Reading Borough Council, Thames Valley Police, the Youth Engagement Service (YES) as well as schools, health bodies and retailers.
The group was set up after a survey of pupils aged between 15 and 18 at Highdown School found that 29 per cent obtain booze from retailers.
The remainder admitted getting drink from adults or at home, with some parents unaware.
A number of Caversham residents have also reported an increasing number of underage youngsters drinking, particularly in parks late at night.
Paul Gittings, lead councillor for environment and climate change whose remit also includes consumer protection and trading standards, said: “The council is absolutely dedicated to ensuring that we educate and protect our young people from the dangers of underage drinking.
“This project will ensure that we are doing just that and we will aim to roll out the programme where possible in Reading.
“We fully support this initiative, particularly the involvement of Highdown School, and hope to see partners from across the community working together.”
Caversham CAP is part of nationwide scheme which will focus on education, enforcement and public perception on young people and booze and associated anti-social behaviour.
It will work with retailers to tackle sales of alcohol to under-18s and target adults who illegally purchase alcohol for teenagers also known as ‘proxy purchasing’.
The scheme will target its resources at combating alcohol-related anti-social behaviour in hotspots including Mapledurham, Emmer Green, Caversham Park Village and Lower Caversham.
Caversham CAP will also include provision for education in schools about the effects of alcohol with YES, with Highdown looking to incorporate the programme into its curriculum.
It will also provide training to businesses by the Retail of Alcohol Standards Group (RASG) and Waitrose along with carrying out non-punitive Challenge 25 test purchasing schemes.
Regular police patrols of the CAP area will also aim to identify underage drinkers, confiscate alcohol and inform parents of their children’s behaviour.
Inspector Keith Stacey, who leads on licensing at Thames Valley Police, said: “We already work closely with partner agencies and retail outlets to tackle issues involving young people and alcohol and any scheme that can enhance that work is very welcome.
“With the support of the community this will assist in reducing alcohol-related disturbances on the streets of Caversham.
“We welcome the opportunity to co-operate with schools, parents and retailers to tackle this issue and in particular improve the night-time environment in Caversham.”
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MURTY INJURED ON SCOTLAND DEBUT
FITNESS FIGHT - Graeme Murty suffered an ankle injury playing for Scotland Future in their 1-1 draw with Turkey last night
GRAEME MURTY'S international debut ended in heartbreak last night when he suffered an ankle injury playing for the Scotland Future squad in their 1-1 draw with Turkey at Tannadice.
The Royals full-back was the victim of a dreadful tackle by Yusuk Simsek five minutes before the break.
And Murty is now a major doubt for Reading's trip to Stoke City in the Nationwide Division 1 on Saturday.
Murty's injury is a massive blow for Royals boss Steve Coppell, who is also set to lose Andy Hughes (hamstring).
Ricky Newman would almost certainly deputise if Murty fails to recover in time.
Referee Mike Riley had no hesitation in sending off Simsek for his lunge on Murty.
Scotland's Stephen Pearson was also dismissed moments later for a push while Murty's Reading team-mate Scott Murray collected a booking.
Murty had linked up with Murray to cause Turkey all sorts of problems down the right flank before his premature departure.
Murray told the Evening Post last night: "It was a really bad tackle on Murts. The referee showed the guy a straight red.
"It happened near the end of the first half, but he couldn't come out for the second half. I would have thought he's struggling for Saturday.
"It was not the ideal debut for him and it's a real shame because we were playing well down the right wing."
Scotland had taken the lead in the final Future Cup tie at Tannadice when Newcastle United's Steve Caldwell nodded in Jamie McAllister's corner after 29 minutes.
Turkey, though, were the better side in the second half and levelled when Ates scored after his penalty kick was only parried by substitute keeper Scott Shearer.
It is the second time Murray has represented his country.
He made his debut in Scotland B's 3-3 draw with Germany a year ago.
The Royals winger added: "It was a really hard game. Turkey are very good technically.
"I felt I played well. I was playing in the hole behind the two strikers. As a team we played well in the first half but the second half wasn't as good.
"The aim for me, like anyone in this team, is to get into the Scotland first team. Berti Vogts (Scotland boss) took all the training for this game and I'll just have to wait and see what happens in the future."
M READING have been allocated an initial 1,000 tickets for their FA Cup third-round trip to Preston on Saturday January 3 (3pm).
Tickets go on sale to season-ticket holders on Monday December 15 (two per person), to STAR members on Thursday December 18 and then on general sale after the home clash with Crystal Palace on Saturday December 20.
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Hampstead Highgate Express > Lifestyle > Heritage
Infamous Highgate ghosts: Paranormal investigator’s book explores village’s haunted history
By Katie Langton
Published: 12:52 AM November 7, 2014 Updated: 1:41 PM October 14, 2020
Author Della Farrant and her husband David. Picture: Polly Hancock - Credit: Archant
Have you ever spotted a tall figure in a top hat roaming the streets of Swain’s Lane late at night, or seen the silhouette of a Spanish barmaid skulking in the corner of a pub in Highgate Village?
If so, you may have caught sight of two of Highgate’s most famous ghosts – so frequently spotted that the supernatural spectres cannot be easily dismissed, says paranormal researcher Della Farrant.
“There are just too many witness reports to write them off as pure invention,” said Mrs Farrant, 36, who has collected almost 70 tales of ghosts, spooks and spectres from across north London for her new book, Haunted Highgate.
“One of the strangest stories dates back to around 1970 when six witnesses simultaneously observed a seven foot tall figure, dressed rather like a monk, float through a top floor window towards them and straight through the kitchen sink.”
With its world-famous cemetery and many historical dwellings, there is something particularly haunting about Highgate.
Mrs Farrant, who describes her job as comparing the memories of unconnected witnesses and researching the backgrounds of their reports, is regularly called to assist with supernatural investigations in the area.
Her haunted hotspots include Archway Bridge, the Hillcrest Estate, Cromwell Avenue and Cholmeley Park, with Swain’s Lane at the epicentre.
Records of local ghost sightings stretch back over 300 years.
In the Georgian era the house that once occupied St Michael’s Church in Highgate Village was famous for its ghosts. In 1808 a wave of mass hysteria broke out after reports of a man with a forked tail ambushing villagers.
Then the frenzy surrounding the ‘Highgate Vampire’ sightings of the 1970s confirmed Highgate’s place on the paranormal map.
“The ‘vampire’ was featured as a BBC and ITV prime-time news item, inspiring the ‘vampire hunt’ of March 1970 in which hundreds of people descended upon the cemetery, causing incredible damage,” said Mrs Farrant.
The book explains the true story of the vampire panic, which began when the Ham&High published an article by occultist David Farrant, now Mrs Farrant’s husband, about an encounter with a menacing dark figure by the North Gate of Highgate Cemetery.
“David never said in seriousness that the Swain’s Lane entity was a vampire, but some local eccentrics began encouraging this rumour,” said his wife. “They were helped along by Ham&High headlines such as ‘Does a Wampyr Walk in Highate?’
The great Gerry Isaaman, editor at the time, freely admits that he ‘played the story for laughs’.”
The couple now live in a “haunted” house in Muswell Hill Road.
The ghost of a man who died 12 years ago, who was known to have practiced African magic, used to “trouble” the Farrants by opening combination locks on suitcases and throwing around crucifixes. Fortunately he has now “moved on”. But Mrs Farrant is certain ghosts are out there.
“Cynicism cannot undo three centuries of sightings, and Highgate’s ghosts will probably still be lurking long after we are all gone!”
Haunted Highgate by Della Farrant is published by The History Press and out now. For more visit hidden-highgate.org
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Conservatives pay lip service to being modernisers
Published: 4:11 PM March 4, 2010 Updated: 1:28 PM October 14, 2020
Like Joanne Cash, the Conservative parliamentary candidate for Westminster North, I am a relative newcomer to politics. Like Ms Cash, I had a professional career beforehand, albeit as a shoe and fashion retailer rather than in law. But unlike Ms Cash, I w
Like Joanne Cash, the Conservative parliamentary candidate for Westminster North, I am a relative newcomer to politics. Like Ms Cash, I had a professional career beforehand, albeit as a shoe and fashion retailer rather than in law. But unlike Ms Cash, I was not foisted upon my local party as their PPC, and unlike Ms Cash I have an excellent relationship with that local party.
The reason? When I decided to become involved in politics, I didn't think I had any right to just walk in and become a PPC. I joined the local party, soon became its treasurer, and worked hard and made progress. The Chair did resign when I became PPC, but that's because I was the Chair. I now have a united local party which is totally behind me in my efforts.
Westminster has been Tory-run since its creation in 1965 and in true Conservative style is run for the rich few rather than the many. Under Nick Clegg the Lib Dems have made the 2010 campaign about fairness. Here in Westminster there is much to be done to make a fairer society.
The Conservatives pay lip service to change and being 'modernisers' but it's still the same old jobs for the boys. or in Ms Cash's case, girls. And if they can self-destruct like this over one marginal in North London, I shudder to think how they'll behave if they ever try to form a government.
Mark Blackburn,
Liberal Democrat parliamentary
candidate for Westminster North
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Will Fabio back his Spurs stars for World Cup opener? Part 2/2
Published: 10:01 AM June 11, 2010 Updated: 1:28 PM October 14, 2020
Who will partner Wayne Rooney up front – if anyone? DEFOE may have started with Crouch on Monday but he has very little chance of making the first XI against USA. Tottenham s top scorer has effectively gone to South Africa as a back-up...
By Ben Pearce
Who will partner Wayne Rooney up front - if anyone?
DEFOE may have started with Crouch on Monday but he has very little chance of making the first XI against USA.
Tottenham's top scorer has effectively gone to South Africa as a back-up for Rooney - or an impact substitute - rather than as a foil for the Manchester United talisman.
Again, if England seal early qualification from Group C, Capello may be tempted to rest Rooney and start with Defoe, but not this weekend. Instead, the question will be whether the Italian manager opts for Crouch or Emile Heskey.
It could, of course, be neither - Capello could opt for a formation which utilises only one forward, 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-1-1, with Steven Gerrard or Joe Cole supporting Rooney.
That seems unlikely, though. Capello played with Rooney and Heskey up top throughout the qualifying campaign, while Crouch has scored 21 England goals in 38 games, and 17 in 18 starts - not including Monday's match.
It would be strange if Capello decided to shun both of his big men. England's set pieces are a valuable weapon, and the Three Lions' aerial dominance will only be aided by adidas' 'Jubulani' World Cup ball.
Capello and his players will certainly be interested to hear USA's complaints after their 3-1 win over Australia on Saturday.
"It's terrible," said goalkeeper Tim Howard. "You will hear that a lot next week, next month. We are trying to get used to it, trying to read an unreadable situation."
Coach Bob Bradley admitted: "Judging the flight has become an issue," and defender Jay DeMerit added: "A lot of our problems defensively against Australia were just trying to get used to the ball. Even the easy crosses can be difficult. We don't understand how this ball is working yet."
If the Americans have seen Heskey's recent headed attempts against Japan and the Platinum Stars, they will probably be much less concerned.
There is little doubt that Crouch would represent a greater, and more accurate threat, inside the penalty area. However, Capello insists that Heskey is a more effective foil for Rooney, whose impact will largely define his country's hopes.
Much of the team will pick itself but, up front, England and Spurs fans we will have to wait and see.
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For many in greyhound racing, the dream of being involved with a Derby runner can remain just that, a dream, which can easily elude even the hardest working owners for an entire lifetime. That could very plausibly have been the case for Michael Farrell of Cahir who resisted the possibility of a break from greyhound racing and now finds himself with a Derby contender of real merit as head of the Famous Five Lads Syndicate.
A young Cahir Castle (Ninja Jamie/Sporting Dame) will represent the Tipperary based syndicate in Heat 13 of the 2016 Boylesports Irish Greyhound Derby this coming Saturday at Shelbourne Park and gives Michael a first Derby runner following thirty years of ownership. Of the remaining members in the syndicate however, he explains that for three of them, this is their very first track dog!
“We’re all from Cahir so know each other for years but Philip Shealy is the only one other than myself who would have any experience with greyhounds before we formed the syndicate. We have David Walsh of the Cahir House Hotel, Michael Duggan and Kevin Fogarty. Now we did start the syndicate with a Coursing bitch who unfortunately didn’t turn out to be good enough so the lads didn’t get much good out of that when she was losing in the first round all the time.
Patrick Flynn, Sales and Operations Manager Shelbourne Park, presents the trophy to Michele Shealy and Elaine Farrell after Cahir Castle won the Best Car Parks Guys & Dolls A3/A4 (525) final at Shelbourne Park. Also included are Michael Farrell, Philip and Jack Shealy, Saoirse Smith and Owen Mc Kenna, trainer.
“We were in Clonmel for the festival that year, 2015, and we were asking the question, would we start again with another Coursing dog? For the sake of the syndicate and to try get a few good nights out, I said we’ll go with a tracker instead, it would be a better experience for the lads. If he turned out to be average, he’d still win a race or two and they’d get more craic that way.
“I wouldn’t keep too many here at home, only one or two really but I would often rear a couple for a friend Mike Roe and we’d do a deal that I’d keep a pup. He sent me off to Jerry Griffin anyway this time to pick a dog and a bitch from the litter and I had a choice of three dogs, I think I came away with the right one! Anyway, it was my turn to keep a dog this time around so that’s how I came to have him and he became the next one for the syndicate.”
Cahir Castle began his career with defeat following significant baulking on debut at Kilkenny but switched to Shelbourne next time, completely demolished A3 company in a 12 runner stake when clocking a brilliant 28.15 in just his third career start.
Asked if he knew this level of performance was imminent in that May event Michael explains, “well I had given the dog to Tommy Dunford at the start of the summer because it’s my busy time of the year and I didn’t want him missing out on anything. Tommy gave him a few trials and really there still wasn’t any major clues that we had a Derby dog. As Tommy said, he was going the right way!
“I had him back myself then but he got a problem with his hock, some sort of a bite from something or other and that took a lot of time and work to fix up but I was in no rush with him. When he was OK again I gave him a trial in Clonmel and he went right well. The track was very slow the same day and there wasn’t a dog break 17.00, but he did! That was his first official mark, 16.70, and without much fitness work done so I said to myself, you can run alright!
“I rang Owen McKenna shortly after that and asked if he would take him. He said give me a couple of weeks, I was delighted that he took him. I have to thank him for everything actually, he has been very good to us and all his family, they’re a pleasure to be involved with. Anyway, he had a trial with Owen and I don’t mind telling you at this stage it was 28.75 around Kilkenny. So when he told me, Michael, this is a top class dog, it was time to get a bit excited.”
Cahir Castle has had only seven races ahead of his Derby tilt but further enhanced his credentials in his latest outing of mid June when impressively overhauling Anopheles close home, posting 28.33 in a strong staying short-head victory. An intended appearance in the ECC Timber 550 Yard Puppy Stake was bypassed having suffered just a minor setback but Michael is not overly concerned about the lack of a recent race.
“Yeah it’s fair to say he’ll be going to the first round plenty fresh enough but Owen will have him spot on and if things went well, he should improve for his early runs. Sure all we’re really hoping for is to get through a round or two, that would be brilliant. Of course you’re going to dream but you couldn’t say that getting knocked out of the Derby would be the end of the world for our dog, whenever it comes. He only turned two in June so we have plenty to look forward to beyond the Derby.
“Although, David Walsh might say otherwise. He says to me about two months ago, when we thought he was going for the ECC Timber, that he had a dream the dog won the Derby. I hope he’s right!
“Ah it’s great and I think the lads are fairly excited but in fairness you wonder if they really know how lucky they are, being so new to it all. This is a dream, you can’t deny that. I didn’t think I’d ever have a dog this good and but for Michael O’Donovan and the great Eddie Wade giving me a few dogs to school up from time to time, I could easily have taken a break from the game. My wife Elaine is a saint, she does all the walking and only for she understands the sport so much, I could be divorced long ago!
“I’m not nervous really because I’m not going to think about it. I’m just glad to have found a dog of his quality after thirty years of it all. Once he comes off the track safe after every round, win or lose, I’ll be happy! He has done everything right from the day I brought him home. He’s a calm clean kenneller and very, very genuine.”
With such an impressive start to his racing career it was inevitable that Cahir Castle would attract much attention from prospective new owners and Michael confirms that the Famous Five did turn down a substantial offer.
“We did, we got a serious offer and the truth is we called a meeting of the syndicate to discuss it. We had a ballot, each had a vote to sell or keep and all five revealed keep! So we have all bought into the dream!”
Michael watched the Derby draw live on Monday morning and despite being drawn in a very tough heat 12, expressed delight with his trap 1 draw as Cahir Castle will seek the rails at the earliest opportunity in his races. With five to qualify, the syndicate hold strong claims of progressing to round 2 and we wish them the very best of luck throughout a first Derby campaign for all involved.
Cahir Castle has already delivered for his proud owners and represents a reward for many years hard work on Michael’s part while also giving hope to every new syndicate or future owner that anything is possible when first venturing into greyhound racing.
In closing I asked Michael what was so famous about the five lads. “Nothing really, it was just one of those pub conversations about old TV shows. You remember the Famous Five and they had a dog too?!” I then put it to him that they might find fame over the next six weeks at Shelbourne Park and Michael laughed, “I hope you’re right!”
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Sarlin pumps purchased by G...
Sarlin pumps purchased by Grundfos
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Curtains for Curtains and Tents for Separation (Exodus 25-30;37-38)
by Leonard Bailey | May 31, 2015 | Exodus, Sermons | 0 comments
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Exodus 25-30 (ESV)
Contributions for the Sanctuary
25 The Lord said to Moses, 2 “Speak to the people of Israel, that they take for me a contribution. From every man whose heart moves him you shall receive the contribution for me. 3 And this is the contribution that you shall receive from them: gold, silver, and bronze, 4 blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen, goats’ hair, 5 tanned rams’ skins, goatskins, acacia wood, 6 oil for the lamps, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, 7 onyx stones, and stones for setting, for the ephod and for the breastpiece. 8 And let them make me a sanctuary, that I may dwell in their midst. 9 Exactly as I show you concerning the pattern of the tabernacle, and of all its furniture, so you shall make it.
The Ark of the Covenant
10 “They shall make an ark of acacia wood. Two cubits and a half shall be its length, a cubit and a half its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height. 11 You shall overlay it with pure gold, inside and outside shall you overlay it, and you shall make on it a molding of gold around it. 12 You shall cast four rings of gold for it and put them on its four feet, two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. 13 You shall make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. 14 And you shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark to carry the ark by them. 15 The poles shall remain in the rings of the ark; they shall not be taken from it. 16 And you shall put into the ark the testimony that I shall give you.
17 “You shall make a mercy seat of pure gold. Two cubits and a half shall be its length, and a cubit and a half its breadth. 18 And you shall make two cherubim of gold; of hammered work shall you make them, on the two ends of the mercy seat. 19 Make one cherub on the one end, and one cherub on the other end. Of one piece with the mercy seat shall you make the cherubim on its two ends. 20 The cherubim shall spread out their wings above, overshadowing the mercy seat with their wings, their faces one to another; toward the mercy seat shall the faces of the cherubim be. 21 And you shall put the mercy seat on the top of the ark, and in the ark you shall put the testimony that I shall give you. 22 There I will meet with you, and from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubim that are on the ark of the testimony, I will speak with you about all that I will give you in commandment for the people of Israel.
The Table for Bread
23 “You shall make a table of acacia wood. Two cubits shall be its length, a cubit its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height. 24 You shall overlay it with pure gold and make a molding of gold around it. 25 And you shall make a rim around it a handbreadth wide, and a molding of gold around the rim. 26 And you shall make for it four rings of gold, and fasten the rings to the four corners at its four legs. 27 Close to the frame the rings shall lie, as holders for the poles to carry the table. 28 You shall make the poles of acacia wood, and overlay them with gold, and the table shall be carried with these. 29 And you shall make its plates and dishes for incense, and its flagons and bowls with which to pour drink offerings; you shall make them of pure gold. 30 And you shall set the bread of the Presence on the table before me regularly.
The Golden Lampstand
31 “You shall make a lampstand of pure gold. The lampstand shall be made of hammered work: its base, its stem, its cups, its calyxes, and its flowers shall be of one piece with it. 32 And there shall be six branches going out of its sides, three branches of the lampstand out of one side of it and three branches of the lampstand out of the other side of it; 33 three cups made like almond blossoms, each with calyx and flower, on one branch, and three cups made like almond blossoms, each with calyx and flower, on the other branch—so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. 34 And on the lampstand itself there shall be four cups made like almond blossoms, with their calyxes and flowers, 35 and a calyx of one piece with it under each pair of the six branches going out from the lampstand. 36 Their calyxes and their branches shall be of one piece with it, the whole of it a single piece of hammered work of pure gold. 37 You shall make seven lamps for it. And the lamps shall be set up so as to give light on the space in front of it. 38 Its tongs and their trays shall be of pure gold. 39 It shall be made, with all these utensils, out of a talent of pure gold. 40 And see that you make them after the pattern for them, which is being shown you on the mountain.
26 “Moreover, you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen and blue and purple and scarlet yarns; you shall make them with cherubim skillfully worked into them. 2 The length of each curtain shall be twenty-eight cubits, and the breadth of each curtain four cubits; all the curtains shall be the same size. 3 Five curtains shall be coupled to one another, and the other five curtains shall be coupled to one another. 4 And you shall make loops of blue on the edge of the outermost curtain in the first set. Likewise you shall make loops on the edge of the outermost curtain in the second set. 5 Fifty loops you shall make on the one curtain, and fifty loops you shall make on the edge of the curtain that is in the second set; the loops shall be opposite one another. 6 And you shall make fifty clasps of gold, and couple the curtains one to the other with the clasps, so that the tabernacle may be a single whole.
7 “You shall also make curtains of goats’ hair for a tent over the tabernacle; eleven curtains shall you make. 8 The length of each curtain shall be thirty cubits, and the breadth of each curtain four cubits. The eleven curtains shall be the same size. 9 You shall couple five curtains by themselves, and six curtains by themselves, and the sixth curtain you shall double over at the front of the tent. 10 You shall make fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that is outermost in one set, and fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that is outermost in the second set.
11 “You shall make fifty clasps of bronze, and put the clasps into the loops, and couple the tent together that it may be a single whole. 12 And the part that remains of the curtains of the tent, the half curtain that remains, shall hang over the back of the tabernacle. 13 And the extra that remains in the length of the curtains, the cubit on the one side, and the cubit on the other side, shall hang over the sides of the tabernacle, on this side and that side, to cover it. 14 And you shall make for the tent a covering of tanned rams’ skins and a covering of goatskins on top.
15 “You shall make upright frames for the tabernacle of acacia wood. 16 Ten cubits shall be the length of a frame, and a cubit and a half the breadth of each frame. 17 There shall be two tenons in each frame, for fitting together. So shall you do for all the frames of the tabernacle. 18 You shall make the frames for the tabernacle: twenty frames for the south side; 19 and forty bases of silver you shall make under the twenty frames, two bases under one frame for its two tenons, and two bases under the next frame for its two tenons; 20 and for the second side of the tabernacle, on the north side twenty frames, 21 and their forty bases of silver, two bases under one frame, and two bases under the next frame. 22 And for the rear of the tabernacle westward you shall make six frames. 23 And you shall make two frames for corners of the tabernacle in the rear; 24 they shall be separate beneath, but joined at the top, at the first ring. Thus shall it be with both of them; they shall form the two corners. 25 And there shall be eight frames, with their bases of silver, sixteen bases; two bases under one frame, and two bases under another frame.
26 “You shall make bars of acacia wood, five for the frames of the one side of the tabernacle, 27 and five bars for the frames of the other side of the tabernacle, and five bars for the frames of the side of the tabernacle at the rear westward. 28 The middle bar, halfway up the frames, shall run from end to end. 29 You shall overlay the frames with gold and shall make their rings of gold for holders for the bars, and you shall overlay the bars with gold. 30 Then you shall erect the tabernacle according to the plan for it that you were shown on the mountain.
31 “And you shall make a veil of blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen. It shall be made with cherubim skillfully worked into it. 32 And you shall hang it on four pillars of acacia overlaid with gold, with hooks of gold, on four bases of silver. 33 And you shall hang the veil from the clasps, and bring the ark of the testimony in there within the veil. And the veil shall separate for you the Holy Place from the Most Holy. 34 You shall put the mercy seat on the ark of the testimony in the Most Holy Place. 35 And you shall set the table outside the veil, and the lampstand on the south side of the tabernacle opposite the table, and you shall put the table on the north side.
36 “You shall make a screen for the entrance of the tent, of blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen, embroidered with needlework. 37 And you shall make for the screen five pillars of acacia, and overlay them with gold. Their hooks shall be of gold, and you shall cast five bases of bronze for them.
The Bronze Altar
27 “You shall make the altar of acacia wood, five cubits long and five cubits broad. The altar shall be square, and its height shall be three cubits. 2 And you shall make horns for it on its four corners; its horns shall be of one piece with it, and you shall overlay it with bronze. 3 You shall make pots for it to receive its ashes, and shovels and basins and forks and fire pans. You shall make all its utensils of bronze. 4 You shall also make for it a grating, a network of bronze, and on the net you shall make four bronze rings at its four corners. 5 And you shall set it under the ledge of the altar so that the net extends halfway down the altar. 6 And you shall make poles for the altar, poles of acacia wood, and overlay them with bronze. 7 And the poles shall be put through the rings, so that the poles are on the two sides of the altar when it is carried. 8 You shall make it hollow, with boards. As it has been shown you on the mountain, so shall it be made.
The Court of the Tabernacle
9 “You shall make the court of the tabernacle. On the south side the court shall have hangings of fine twined linen a hundred cubits long for one side. 10 Its twenty pillars and their twenty bases shall be of bronze, but the hooks of the pillars and their fillets shall be of silver. 11 And likewise for its length on the north side there shall be hangings a hundred cubits long, its pillars twenty and their bases twenty, of bronze, but the hooks of the pillars and their fillets shall be of silver. 12 And for the breadth of the court on the west side there shall be hangings for fifty cubits, with ten pillars and ten bases. 13 The breadth of the court on the front to the east shall be fifty cubits. 14 The hangings for the one side of the gate shall be fifteen cubits, with their three pillars and three bases. 15 On the other side the hangings shall be fifteen cubits, with their three pillars and three bases. 16 For the gate of the court there shall be a screen twenty cubits long, of blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen, embroidered with needlework. It shall have four pillars and with them four bases. 17 All the pillars around the court shall be filleted with silver. Their hooks shall be of silver, and their bases of bronze. 18 The length of the court shall be a hundred cubits, the breadth fifty, and the height five cubits, with hangings of fine twined linen and bases of bronze. 19 All the utensils of the tabernacle for every use, and all its pegs and all the pegs of the court, shall be of bronze.
Oil for the Lamp
20 “You shall command the people of Israel that they bring to you pure beaten olive oil for the light, that a lamp may regularly be set up to burn. 21 In the tent of meeting, outside the veil that is before the testimony, Aaron and his sons shall tend it from evening to morning before the Lord. It shall be a statute forever to be observed throughout their generations by the people of Israel.
The Priests’ Garments
28 “Then bring near to you Aaron your brother, and his sons with him, from among the people of Israel, to serve me as priests—Aaron and Aaron’s sons, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. 2 And you shall make holy garments for Aaron your brother, for glory and for beauty. 3 You shall speak to all the skillful, whom I have filled with a spirit of skill, that they make Aaron’s garments to consecrate him for my priesthood. 4 These are the garments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a coat of checker work, a turban, and a sash. They shall make holy garments for Aaron your brother and his sons to serve me as priests. 5 They shall receive gold, blue and purple and scarlet yarns, and fine twined linen.
6 “And they shall make the ephod of gold, of blue and purple and scarlet yarns, and of fine twined linen, skillfully worked. 7 It shall have two shoulder pieces attached to its two edges, so that it may be joined together. 8 And the skillfully woven band on it shall be made like it and be of one piece with it, of gold, blue and purple and scarlet yarns, and fine twined linen. 9 You shall take two onyx stones, and engrave on them the names of the sons of Israel, 10 six of their names on the one stone, and the names of the remaining six on the other stone, in the order of their birth. 11 As a jeweler engraves signets, so shall you engrave the two stones with the names of the sons of Israel. You shall enclose them in settings of gold filigree. 12 And you shall set the two stones on the shoulder pieces of the ephod, as stones of remembrance for the sons of Israel. And Aaron shall bear their names before the Lord on his two shoulders for remembrance. 13 You shall make settings of gold filigree, 14 and two chains of pure gold, twisted like cords; and you shall attach the corded chains to the settings.
15 “You shall make a breastpiece of judgment, in skilled work. In the style of the ephod you shall make it—of gold, blue and purple and scarlet yarns, and fine twined linen shall you make it. 16 It shall be square and doubled, a span its length and a span its breadth. 17 You shall set in it four rows of stones. A row of sardius, topaz, and carbuncle shall be the first row; 18 and the second row an emerald, a sapphire, and a diamond; 19 and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst; 20 and the fourth row a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. They shall be set in gold filigree. 21 There shall be twelve stones with their names according to the names of the sons of Israel. They shall be like signets, each engraved with its name, for the twelve tribes. 22 You shall make for the breastpiece twisted chains like cords, of pure gold. 23 And you shall make for the breastpiece two rings of gold, and put the two rings on the two edges of the breastpiece. 24 And you shall put the two cords of gold in the two rings at the edges of the breastpiece. 25 The two ends of the two cords you shall attach to the two settings of filigree, and so attach it in front to the shoulder pieces of the ephod. 26 You shall make two rings of gold, and put them at the two ends of the breastpiece, on its inside edge next to the ephod. 27 And you shall make two rings of gold, and attach them in front to the lower part of the two shoulder pieces of the ephod, at its seam above the skillfully woven band of the ephod. 28 And they shall bind the breastpiece by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, so that it may lie on the skillfully woven band of the ephod, so that the breastpiece shall not come loose from the ephod. 29 So Aaron shall bear the names of the sons of Israel in the breastpiece of judgment on his heart, when he goes into the Holy Place, to bring them to regular remembrance before the Lord. 30 And in the breastpiece of judgment you shall put the Urim and the Thummim, and they shall be on Aaron’s heart, when he goes in before the Lord. Thus Aaron shall bear the judgment of the people of Israel on his heart before the Lord regularly.
31 “You shall make the robe of the ephod all of blue. 32 It shall have an opening for the head in the middle of it, with a woven binding around the opening, like the opening in a garment, so that it may not tear. 33 On its hem you shall make pomegranates of blue and purple and scarlet yarns, around its hem, with bells of gold between them, 34 a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, around the hem of the robe. 35 And it shall be on Aaron when he ministers, and its sound shall be heard when he goes into the Holy Place before the Lord, and when he comes out, so that he does not die.
36 “You shall make a plate of pure gold and engrave on it, like the engraving of a signet, ‘Holy to the Lord.’ 37 And you shall fasten it on the turban by a cord of blue. It shall be on the front of the turban. 38 It shall be on Aaron’s forehead, and Aaron shall bear any guilt from the holy things that the people of Israel consecrate as their holy gifts. It shall regularly be on his forehead, that they may be accepted before the Lord.
39 “You shall weave the coat in checker work of fine linen, and you shall make a turban of fine linen, and you shall make a sash embroidered with needlework.
40 “For Aaron’s sons you shall make coats and sashes and caps. You shall make them for glory and beauty. 41 And you shall put them on Aaron your brother, and on his sons with him, and shall anoint them and ordain them and consecrate them, that they may serve me as priests. 42 You shall make for them linen undergarments to cover their naked flesh. They shall reach from the hips to the thighs; 43 and they shall be on Aaron and on his sons when they go into the tent of meeting or when they come near the altar to minister in the Holy Place, lest they bear guilt and die. This shall be a statute forever for him and for his offspring after him.
Consecration of the Priests
29 “Now this is what you shall do to them to consecrate them, that they may serve me as priests. Take one bull of the herd and two rams without blemish, 2 and unleavened bread, unleavened cakes mixed with oil, and unleavened wafers smeared with oil. You shall make them of fine wheat flour. 3 You shall put them in one basket and bring them in the basket, and bring the bull and the two rams. 4 You shall bring Aaron and his sons to the entrance of the tent of meeting and wash them with water. 5 Then you shall take the garments, and put on Aaron the coat and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastpiece, and gird him with the skillfully woven band of the ephod. 6 And you shall set the turban on his head and put the holy crown on the turban. 7 You shall take the anointing oil and pour it on his head and anoint him. 8 Then you shall bring his sons and put coats on them, 9 and you shall gird Aaron and his sons with sashes and bind caps on them. And the priesthood shall be theirs by a statute forever. Thus you shall ordain Aaron and his sons.
10 “Then you shall bring the bull before the tent of meeting. Aaron and his sons shall lay their hands on the head of the bull. 11 Then you shall kill the bull before the Lord at the entrance of the tent of meeting, 12 and shall take part of the blood of the bull and put it on the horns of the altar with your finger, and the rest of the blood you shall pour out at the base of the altar. 13 And you shall take all the fat that covers the entrails, and the long lobe of the liver, and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, and burn them on the altar. 14 But the flesh of the bull and its skin and its dung you shall burn with fire outside the camp; it is a sin offering.
15 “Then you shall take one of the rams, and Aaron and his sons shall lay their hands on the head of the ram, 16 and you shall kill the ram and shall take its blood and throw it against the sides of the altar. 17 Then you shall cut the ram into pieces, and wash its entrails and its legs, and put them with its pieces and its head, 18 and burn the whole ram on the altar. It is a burnt offering to the Lord. It is a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the Lord.
19 “You shall take the other ram, and Aaron and his sons shall lay their hands on the head of the ram, 20 and you shall kill the ram and take part of its blood and put it on the tip of the right ear of Aaron and on the tips of the right ears of his sons, and on the thumbs of their right hands and on the great toes of their right feet, and throw the rest of the blood against the sides of the altar. 21 Then you shall take part of the blood that is on the altar, and of the anointing oil, and sprinkle it on Aaron and his garments, and on his sons and his sons’ garments with him. He and his garments shall be holy, and his sons and his sons’ garments with him.
22 “You shall also take the fat from the ram and the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails, and the long lobe of the liver and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, and the right thigh (for it is a ram of ordination), 23 and one loaf of bread and one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer out of the basket of unleavened bread that is before the Lord. 24 You shall put all these on the palms of Aaron and on the palms of his sons, and wave them for a wave offering before the Lord. 25 Then you shall take them from their hands and burn them on the altar on top of the burnt offering, as a pleasing aroma before the Lord. It is a food offering to the Lord.
26 “You shall take the breast of the ram of Aaron’s ordination and wave it for a wave offering before the Lord, and it shall be your portion. 27 And you shall consecrate the breast of the wave offering that is waved and the thigh of the priests’ portion that is contributed from the ram of ordination, from what was Aaron’s and his sons’. 28 It shall be for Aaron and his sons as a perpetual due from the people of Israel, for it is a contribution. It shall be a contribution from the people of Israel from their peace offerings, their contribution to the Lord.
29 “The holy garments of Aaron shall be for his sons after him; they shall be anointed in them and ordained in them. 30 The son who succeeds him as priest, who comes into the tent of meeting to minister in the Holy Place, shall wear them seven days.
31 “You shall take the ram of ordination and boil its flesh in a holy place. 32 And Aaron and his sons shall eat the flesh of the ram and the bread that is in the basket in the entrance of the tent of meeting. 33 They shall eat those things with which atonement was made at their ordination and consecration, but an outsider shall not eat of them, because they are holy. 34 And if any of the flesh for the ordination or of the bread remain until the morning, then you shall burn the remainder with fire. It shall not be eaten, because it is holy.
35 “Thus you shall do to Aaron and to his sons, according to all that I have commanded you. Through seven days shall you ordain them, 36 and every day you shall offer a bull as a sin offering for atonement. Also you shall purify the altar, when you make atonement for it, and shall anoint it to consecrate it. 37 Seven days you shall make atonement for the altar and consecrate it, and the altar shall be most holy. Whatever touches the altar shall become holy.
38 “Now this is what you shall offer on the altar: two lambs a year old day by day regularly. 39 One lamb you shall offer in the morning, and the other lamb you shall offer at twilight. 40 And with the first lamb a tenth measure of fine flour mingled with a fourth of a hin of beaten oil, and a fourth of a hin of wine for a drink offering. 41 The other lamb you shall offer at twilight, and shall offer with it a grain offering and its drink offering, as in the morning, for a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the Lord. 42 It shall be a regular burnt offering throughout your generations at the entrance of the tent of meeting before the Lord, where I will meet with you, to speak to you there. 43 There I will meet with the people of Israel, and it shall be sanctified by my glory. 44 I will consecrate the tent of meeting and the altar. Aaron also and his sons I will consecrate to serve me as priests. 45 I will dwell among the people of Israel and will be their God. 46 And they shall know that I am the Lord their God, who brought them out of the land of Egypt that I might dwell among them. I am the Lord their God.
The Altar of Incense
30 “You shall make an altar on which to burn incense; you shall make it of acacia wood. 2 A cubit shall be its length, and a cubit its breadth. It shall be square, and two cubits shall be its height. Its horns shall be of one piece with it. 3 You shall overlay it with pure gold, its top and around its sides and its horns. And you shall make a molding of gold around it. 4 And you shall make two golden rings for it. Under its molding on two opposite sides of it you shall make them, and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it. 5 You shall make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. 6 And you shall put it in front of the veil that is above the ark of the testimony, in front of the mercy seat that is above the testimony, where I will meet with you. 7 And Aaron shall burn fragrant incense on it. Every morning when he dresses the lamps he shall burn it, 8 and when Aaron sets up the lamps at twilight, he shall burn it, a regular incense offering before the Lord throughout your generations. 9 You shall not offer unauthorized incense on it, or a burnt offering, or a grain offering, and you shall not pour a drink offering on it. 10 Aaron shall make atonement on its horns once a year. With the blood of the sin offering of atonement he shall make atonement for it once in the year throughout your generations. It is most holy to the Lord.”
The Census Tax
11 The Lord said to Moses, 12 “When you take the census of the people of Israel, then each shall give a ransom for his life to the Lord when you number them, that there be no plague among them when you number them. 13 Each one who is numbered in the census shall give this: half a shekel according to the shekel of the sanctuary (the shekel is twenty gerahs), half a shekel as an offering to the Lord. 14 Everyone who is numbered in the census, from twenty years old and upward, shall give the Lord’s offering. 15 The rich shall not give more, and the poor shall not give less, than the half shekel, when you give the Lord’s offering to make atonement for your lives. 16 You shall take the atonement money from the people of Israel and shall give it for the service of the tent of meeting, that it may bring the people of Israel to remembrance before the Lord, so as to make atonement for your lives.”
The Bronze Basin
17 The Lord said to Moses, 18 “You shall also make a basin of bronze, with its stand of bronze, for washing. You shall put it between the tent of meeting and the altar, and you shall put water in it, 19 with which Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet. 20 When they go into the tent of meeting, or when they come near the altar to minister, to burn a food offering to the Lord, they shall wash with water, so that they may not die. 21 They shall wash their hands and their feet, so that they may not die. It shall be a statute forever to them, even to him and to his offspring throughout their generations.”
The Anointing Oil and Incense
22 The Lord said to Moses, 23 “Take the finest spices: of liquid myrrh 500 shekels, and of sweet-smelling cinnamon half as much, that is, 250, and 250 of aromatic cane, 24 and 500 of cassia, according to the shekel of the sanctuary, and a hin of olive oil. 25 And you shall make of these a sacred anointing oil blended as by the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil. 26 With it you shall anoint the tent of meeting and the ark of the testimony, 27 and the table and all its utensils, and the lampstand and its utensils, and the altar of incense, 28 and the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils and the basin and its stand. 29 You shall consecrate them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them will become holy. 30 You shall anoint Aaron and his sons, and consecrate them, that they may serve me as priests. 31 And you shall say to the people of Israel, ‘This shall be my holy anointing oil throughout your generations. 32 It shall not be poured on the body of an ordinary person, and you shall make no other like it in composition. It is holy, and it shall be holy to you. 33 Whoever compounds any like it or whoever puts any of it on an outsider shall be cut off from his people.’ ”
34 The Lord said to Moses, “Take sweet spices, stacte, and onycha, and galbanum, sweet spices with pure frankincense (of each shall there be an equal part), 35 and make an incense blended as by the perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. 36 You shall beat some of it very small, and put part of it before the testimony in the tent of meeting where I shall meet with you. It shall be most holy for you. 37 And the incense that you shall make according to its composition, you shall not make for yourselves. It shall be for you holy to the Lord. 38 Whoever makes any like it to use as perfume shall be cut off from his people.”
Making the Ark
37 Bezalel made the ark of acacia wood. Two cubits and a half was its length, a cubit and a half its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height. 2 And he overlaid it with pure gold inside and outside, and made a molding of gold around it. 3 And he cast for it four rings of gold for its four feet, two rings on its one side and two rings on its other side. 4 And he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold 5 and put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark to carry the ark. 6 And he made a mercy seat of pure gold. Two cubits and a half was its length, and a cubit and a half its breadth. 7 And he made two cherubim of gold. He made them of hammered work on the two ends of the mercy seat, 8 one cherub on the one end, and one cherub on the other end. Of one piece with the mercy seat he made the cherubim on its two ends. 9 The cherubim spread out their wings above, overshadowing the mercy seat with their wings, with their faces one to another; toward the mercy seat were the faces of the cherubim.
Making the Table
10 He also made the table of acacia wood. Two cubits was its length, a cubit its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height. 11 And he overlaid it with pure gold, and made a molding of gold around it. 12 And he made a rim around it a handbreadth wide, and made a molding of gold around the rim. 13 He cast for it four rings of gold and fastened the rings to the four corners at its four legs. 14 Close to the frame were the rings, as holders for the poles to carry the table. 15 He made the poles of acacia wood to carry the table, and overlaid them with gold. 16 And he made the vessels of pure gold that were to be on the table, its plates and dishes for incense, and its bowls and flagons with which to pour drink offerings.
Making the Lampstand
17 He also made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work. Its base, its stem, its cups, its calyxes, and its flowers were of one piece with it. 18 And there were six branches going out of its sides, three branches of the lampstand out of one side of it and three branches of the lampstand out of the other side of it; 19 three cups made like almond blossoms, each with calyx and flower, on one branch, and three cups made like almond blossoms, each with calyx and flower, on the other branch—so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. 20 And on the lampstand itself were four cups made like almond blossoms, with their calyxes and flowers, 21 and a calyx of one piece with it under each pair of the six branches going out of it. 22 Their calyxes and their branches were of one piece with it. The whole of it was a single piece of hammered work of pure gold. 23 And he made its seven lamps and its tongs and its trays of pure gold. 24 He made it and all its utensils out of a talent of pure gold.
Making the Altar of Incense
25 He made the altar of incense of acacia wood. Its length was a cubit, and its breadth was a cubit. It was square, and two cubits was its height. Its horns were of one piece with it. 26 He overlaid it with pure gold, its top and around its sides and its horns. And he made a molding of gold around it, 27 and made two rings of gold on it under its molding, on two opposite sides of it, as holders for the poles with which to carry it. 28 And he made the poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.
29 He made the holy anointing oil also, and the pure fragrant incense, blended as by the perfumer.
Making the Altar of Burnt Offering
38 He made the altar of burnt offering of acacia wood. Five cubits was its length, and five cubits its breadth. It was square, and three cubits was its height. 2 He made horns for it on its four corners. Its horns were of one piece with it, and he overlaid it with bronze. 3 And he made all the utensils of the altar, the pots, the shovels, the basins, the forks, and the fire pans. He made all its utensils of bronze. 4 And he made for the altar a grating, a network of bronze, under its ledge, extending halfway down. 5 He cast four rings on the four corners of the bronze grating as holders for the poles. 6 He made the poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with bronze. 7 And he put the poles through the rings on the sides of the altar to carry it with them. He made it hollow, with boards.
Making the Bronze Basin
8 He made the basin of bronze and its stand of bronze, from the mirrors of the ministering women who ministered in the entrance of the tent of meeting.
Making the Court
9 And he made the court. For the south side the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, a hundred cubits; 10 their twenty pillars and their twenty bases were of bronze, but the hooks of the pillars and their fillets were of silver. 11 And for the north side there were hangings of a hundred cubits, their twenty pillars, their twenty bases were of bronze, but the hooks of the pillars and their fillets were of silver. 12 And for the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their ten pillars, and their ten bases; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets were of silver. 13 And for the front to the east, fifty cubits. 14 The hangings for one side of the gate were fifteen cubits, with their three pillars and three bases. 15 And so for the other side. On both sides of the gate of the court were hangings of fifteen cubits, with their three pillars and their three bases. 16 All the hangings around the court were of fine twined linen. 17 And the bases for the pillars were of bronze, but the hooks of the pillars and their fillets were of silver. The overlaying of their capitals was also of silver, and all the pillars of the court were filleted with silver. 18 And the screen for the gate of the court was embroidered with needlework in blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen. It was twenty cubits long and five cubits high in its breadth, corresponding to the hangings of the court. 19 And their pillars were four in number. Their four bases were of bronze, their hooks of silver, and the overlaying of their capitals and their fillets of silver. 20 And all the pegs for the tabernacle and for the court all around were of bronze.
Materials for the Tabernacle
21 These are the records of the tabernacle, the tabernacle of the testimony, as they were recorded at the commandment of Moses, the responsibility of the Levites under the direction of Ithamar the son of Aaron the priest. 22 Bezalel the son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made all that the Lord commanded Moses; 23 and with him was Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and designer and embroiderer in blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen.
24 All the gold that was used for the work, in all the construction of the sanctuary, the gold from the offering, was twenty-nine talents and 730 shekels, by the shekel of the sanctuary. 25 The silver from those of the congregation who were recorded was a hundred talents and 1,775 shekels, by the shekel of the sanctuary: 26 a beka a head (that is, half a shekel, by the shekel of the sanctuary), for everyone who was listed in the records, from twenty years old and upward, for 603,550 men. 27 The hundred talents of silver were for casting the bases of the sanctuary and the bases of the veil; a hundred bases for the hundred talents, a talent a base. 28 And of the 1,775 shekels he made hooks for the pillars and overlaid their capitals and made fillets for them. 29 The bronze that was offered was seventy talents and 2,400 shekels; 30 with it he made the bases for the entrance of the tent of meeting, the bronze altar and the bronze grating for it and all the utensils of the altar, 31 the bases around the court, and the bases of the gate of the court, all the pegs of the tabernacle, and all the pegs around the court.
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Patty & Bun's latest Hackney spot is on Richmond Road
If you've been to Patty & Bun's London Fields spot, then there's the sad news that they're closing up shop there (on 9 Jan) - changing it into a full development kitchen.
BUT there's a new Patty & Bun opening just around the corner. It's a slightly bigger spot but it'll have the same feel to London Fields - big communal tables which can fit in around 50 people (with another 30 outside for when the weather heats up a tad). And on top of that, they're adding a little bar which will be serving up happy hour cocktails and local craft beers on tap.
Otherwise, expect the same burgers that everyone loves from the other branches including their famed Ari Gold (that's a beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickled onions, ketchup, smokey P&B mayo all in brioche) plus a new special, the chicken platter.
Patty & Bun Richmond Road opens on 16 January 2017 at 205 Richmond Rd, London E8 3FF. From 16-18 January all burgers will be a fiver. For more, follow them on Twitter @pattyandbunjoe.
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Measles alert following second case in NSW
NSW Health is advising people to be alert for symptoms of measles after a second case was diagnosed in as many days. A local woman diagnosed with the infection visited a number of locations in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and Inner West while infectious. The young woman had not travelled prior to her illness and has no known links to previously identified measles cases.
Dr Christine Selvey, NSW Health Acting Director of Communicable Diseases said, “This is the second case of measles in two days in a person who has not travelled overseas. This is a reminder for everyone to check that they are protected against measles, which is extremely infectious.”
“As it’s not clear where this woman acquired her infection, it is important that everyone is on the lookout for the early signs of measles, particularly people born during or after 1966 who have not had 2 doses of measles vaccine.
“Symptoms to watch out for include fever, sore eyes and a cough followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the head to the rest of the body. Anyone who develops symptoms should arrange to see their GP and call ahead to ensure they don’t wait alongside other patients,” Dr Selvey said.
“The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and highly effective, with two doses providing lifelong protection in 99 out of 100 people who are vaccinated. Anyone born during or after 1966 needs to ensure that they have received two measles shots. If you’re unsure whether you’ve been vaccinated against measles in the past, it’s safe to have a dose.”
The woman is believed to have been infectious from 28 December 2019. She has visited many locations and travelled on buses and trains in the Eastern Suburbs and Inner West while infectious:
Saturday 28 December
Flemington Markets, Parramatta Road, Homebush, 10.30am to 1pm Hong Dat Butcher, 299 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, around 1.30-2pm
Cityheroes Pool & Billiards, 6/505 George St, Sydney 2000, from 3pm – 6.30pm
Sunday 29 December
Roll’d restaurant, Sydney International Airport, from 2.30pm – 8.30pm
Monday 30 December
Chemist Warehouse Marrickville, 3/258 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, around 7.30-8.30pm Vietnamese Street Food, 294 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, from 9-10pm
Wednesday 1 January
Cang Restaurant Mascot, Etherden Walk, Mascot NSW 2020. 1-2.30pm
Saturday 28 December – Thursday 2nd January
Kiara North Apartment Building, 671- 675 Gardeners Road, Mascot NSW 2020
Train: (Mascot to Flemington) at between 9am to 9.30am
Train (Flemington to Redfern) departing between 12-12.30pm
Bus (Redfern to Marrickville) replacement bus for train around 1.15pm
Bus 418 (Marrickville to Mascot) departing around 1.50-2pm
Train Mascot to Town Hall (arrived Town Hall at 3pm)
Train from Museum to Mascot departing around 6pm
Bus 420 or 400 Mascot to Intl Airport 2:30pm
Bus 400 or 420 Intl Airport to Mascot, at 8:10pm
30 December 2019
Bus 418: At 7pm caught bus to Marrickville shops from Mascot
Bus 418 from Marrickville to Mascot, departing 9.30pm
Bus 418 to Marrickville (from Mascot) at 12pm
Bus 418 Marrickville to Mascot at 1.30pm
While the locations pose no ongoing threat to the public, people who may have been exposed to the woman, by being in the same place at the same time, are at risk of developing measles until 19 January, as it can take up to 18 days for symptoms to develop following exposure to measles. Unvaccinated people who attended the same locations on the same day and at the same time as this case should contact their local public health unit on 1300 066 055 for advice.
Measles vaccine may help prevent measles in unvaccinated people if given within 72 hours of an exposure to a measles case, and another treatment (immunoglobulin) can be given for unvaccinated people at higher risk of measles complications up to 6 days after exposure.
People at high risk of measles complications include:
children from birth to 11 months (who are too young for routine measles vaccination)
pregnant women who haven’t had a measles vaccination
people with a weakened immune system due to illness or treatment
Measles is a highly infectious vaccine preventable disease that is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes.
NSW Health makes the measles vaccine available free for anyone born during or after 1966 who doesn’t have two documented doses of measles vaccine.
The NSW Government is investing $130 million in the 2019-20 Immunisation Program budget, including Commonwealth and state vaccines.
For information about the other recent case of measles, please see: Measles alert after Inner-West Sydney diagnosis.
For more information about measles visit: NSW Health - Measles.
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View Royal Elementary school recently unveiled its new nature playground, which includes climbing structures made from timber, rocks and boulders, a small amphitheatre, tables, a sandbox and a butterfly garden. (Contributed photo)
View Royal playground encourages students to connect with nature
Nature playground at View Royal Elementary school also has educational component
Jun. 24, 2018 7:30 a.m.
A place of imagination and wonder has come to View Royal Elementary school.
Nestled at the front of the school on Helmcken Road, students can pretend to hop between rocks above molten lava, build a mini city in a sandbox, or put on an impromptu play for their fellow students.
The space is the elementary school’s new nature playground, which had its grand opening last week. The playground includes climbing structures made from timber, rocks and boulders, a small amphitheatre, tables, a sandbox and a butterfly garden.
“We wanted something different. We have the traditional playground, there is some research coming out about how and why kids play that we wanted to explore,” principal Read Jorgensen said. “We wanted a playground in a space where kids could be more active in creative their play rather than a playground that has prescribed play.”
The school’s old playground began to reach the end of its life roughly four years ago, so the Greater Victoria School District (SD61) decided to tear it down, leaving the space empty.
Kindergarten teacher Terra Pickwick originally came up with the idea of a nature playground, when she was on maternity leave with her second child. At the time, her three-year-old daughter was curious about everything and the environment around her. It was that sense of curiousity that Pickwick wanted to bring to the school setting.
From there, she researched the idea and pitched it to the school, staff and the parent advisory council, who fell in love with the idea.
Over the past few years the school has raised the more than $148,000 through fundraisers and also received a number of donations from local government, agencies and community businesses to build the nature playground and in October, it was finally installed.
“It is so satisfying seeing all of our hard work, planning and fundraising come to fruition and seeing the kids enjoying the space so much,” said Pickwick, who has been a kindergarten teacher in View Royal for the past seven years.
“It’s been an amazing addition to our school … There’s an unbelievable amount of imaginative play that we’re seeing happening in our nature playground.”
The playground has an educational component as well. Teachers have taken students to see the plants that have started to grow and to use the tables.
“Kids actually do quite well when they’re left in a creative environment,” Jorgensen said. “I think often, we as adults like to think we know what kids like and kids will find great ways to play and be active in all kinds of different environments … They just make fun where they are and they invent games and use their imagination.”
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View Royal Elementary school students play on the new nature playground that was unveiled recently. The playground includes climbing structures made from timber, rocks and boulders, a small amphitheatre, tables, a sandbox and a butterfly garden. (Contributed photo)
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Escaping from Houdini
(Stalking Jack the Ripper #3)
Kerri Maniscalco (Goodreads Author)
Audrey Rose Wadsworth and her partner-in-crime-investigation, Thomas Cresswell, are en route to New York to help solve another blood-soaked mystery. Embarking on a week-long voyage across the Atlantic on the opulent RMS Etruria, they’re delighted to discover a traveling troupe of circus performers, fortune tellers, and a certain charismatic young escape artist entertaining Audrey Rose Wadsworth and her partner-in-crime-investigation, Thomas Cresswell, are en route to New York to help solve another blood-soaked mystery. Embarking on a week-long voyage across the Atlantic on the opulent RMS Etruria, they’re delighted to discover a traveling troupe of circus performers, fortune tellers, and a certain charismatic young escape artist entertaining the first-class passengers nightly.
But then, privileged young women begin to go missing without explanation, and a series of brutal slayings shocks the entire ship. The disturbing influence of the Moonlight Carnival pervades the decks as the murders grow ever more freakish, with nowhere to escape except the unforgiving sea.
It's up to Audrey Rose and Thomas to piece together the gruesome investigation as even more passengers die before reaching their destination. But with clues to the next victim pointing to someone she loves, can Audrey Rose unravel the mystery before the killer's horrifying finale? ...more
Published September 18th 2018 by JIMMY Patterson
Stalking Jack the Ripper #3
Atlantic Ocean, 1889
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Kerri Definitely yes! Hardcover release date is September 18th 2018. The following September is when paperbacks will publish along with the fourth and final…moreDefinitely yes! Hardcover release date is September 18th 2018. The following September is when paperbacks will publish along with the fourth and final installment in the series.(less)
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Kerri Each book stands alone in the sense that it features a different murderer and a different mystery that needs to be solved. The main characters—the one…moreEach book stands alone in the sense that it features a different murderer and a different mystery that needs to be solved. The main characters—the ones who survive—remain from book to book and we get to see their stories/character growth continue. (Though readers are also introduced to new supporting characters in each book since the settings change. SJTR is set in London, HPD is in Romania, and book three is another location that’s a secret for now ;) (less)
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Jan 07, 2017 Katerina rated it it was ok
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INCOMING RANT.
You've been warned.
I AM JUST GOING TO PRETEND THAT THIS BOOK NEVER HAPPENED.
I've never been this disappointed or frustrated because of a book. Escaping from Houdini was an insult to my emotions, my sanity, and the very heroes Kerri Maniscalco so lovingly created. It took a tremendous amount of effort to turn the pages, to witness the fall of the characters that always managed to put a smile on my face. My pulse accelerated and I wanted to throw things and ravage and scream and bur INCOMING RANT.
I've never been this disappointed or frustrated because of a book. Escaping from Houdini was an insult to my emotions, my sanity, and the very heroes Kerri Maniscalco so lovingly created. It took a tremendous amount of effort to turn the pages, to witness the fall of the characters that always managed to put a smile on my face. My pulse accelerated and I wanted to throw things and ravage and scream and burn the darn book (YES I came this close to committing the most ungodly sacrilege) and get drunk (YES I did stop reading in order to CONSUME ALCOHOL to calm my nerves - and that's from a person who drinks only TWICE a year). Stalking Jack the Ripper and Hunting Prince Dracula were two books I loved, and I can't even begin to describe how upset and aggravated I am from the treatment of what I once thought was the perfect crime solving duet. My expectations tumbled like a tower made of playing cards, and my heart? It was crushed into tiny pieces.
(Minor spoilers)
Expectation No. 1: Wadswoth and Cresswell being a team, solving crimes, cutting bloated corpses while bantering and flirting.
↬ Reality: Cresswell's presence was dramatically reduced. Why? Because the author decided to insert an unnecessary, cheap love triangle as a means to test their love or whatever, with the second love interest (hereinafter referred to as S.L.I.) being a copycat of Cresswell, a person of debatable morality who kept provoking the latter and suddenly became the center of Wadsworth's world. Oh, and it gets better. Wadsworth ended up questioning her feelings towards Cresswell, the boy who was also her partner and friend, who was next to her during emotional trauma and tragedies, who constantly supported her and literally worshipped her because of someone she knew for LESS THAN A WEEK, WHOSE FACE SHE HAD NEVER SEEN, who kept staging incidents that compromised Wadsworth's virtue just to spite Cresswell and manipulated her. Wadsworth's excuses for the time she spent with S.L.I. were pathetic; she supposedly struck a deal with S.L.I. for a greater good, but her immaturity, her reckless, childish and self-centered behaviour was an utter disservice to her character and everything she's been through. Somehow her flaws were magnified, her saving graces diminished, even though it's the third book of the series, meaning that her slow but steady growth preceded the events of Escaping from Houdini. Investigating crime scenes without Cresswell? Hiding crucial information and evidence from him? Sneaking out at night with another man, practically cheating? I did not sign up for this. She never talked to him, not even once tried to explain what was going on, but at the same time asked for his unconditional trust. And Cresswell? While he had every right to yell, to be jealous and confront her, he simply sat idly and waited for her to choose. Wadsworth claimed that hurting Cresswell, that brushing him aside or doing something questionable was dictated by her head in order to solve the case, yet only pages later she would ignore the logic she so passionately invoked in order to do things she felt that she needed to do, despite reason. Even her inner musings were inconsistent. She was aboard a vessel plagued by murder and mayhem, and she was focused on S.L.I., the freedom he offered, and acted like a ninny that was guided by her hormones.
The partnership I came to love so affectionately, the two forensic students that complimented each other like two pieces of a puzzle, Cresswell with his marvelous deductive skills and Wadsworth with her instict, was barely there. In its stead, there was S.L.I. who assumed Thomas' role. All I got was lies, deception, and a foolish girl who was blinded by illusions and hurt the people she loved.
Expectation No. 2: Wadsworth advocating feminism.
↬ Reality: Let's break the bubble, folks. Wadsworth is not a feminist. The way I perceive it, feminism is about gender equality, about being treated with respect regardless of sex. It's not about superiority, and it addresses all women. Wadsworth wanted the ability to choose, to make mistakes and learn and take her fate into her own hands.
❝All my life I'd longed for freedom - freedom to pick and choose every detail of my life. To make good decisions and horrible ones. Decisions that would break my heart and remake it ten times over.❞
The problem is, all these principles according to Wasworth applied only to herself. She went behind Liza's back and struck a deal with the devil in an attempt to patronize her, the very thing she hated and fought against. She meddled in Liza's affairs because apparently Wadsworth knew what was best for her, without doing her the courtesy of making her own mistakes. Wadsworth fought for her own right to make horrible decisions, but it seems that Liza was not entitled to the same freedom. And you know what that makes Wadsworth? A self-righteous, dishonest and manipulative HYPOCRITE.
The same goes to the way she behaved around Cresswell; Wadsworth wanted to be treated as an equal, to be appreciated for her mind the same way he was. The thing is that during Escaping from Houdini, she never treated him as her partner. Because it seems that Audrey Rose Wadsworth is an almighty deity who doesn't need anyone (except from S.L.I., who understands her and doesn't want to cage her).
Expectation No. 3: A well-structured criminal case.
↬ Reality: Let's be honest, a book about murders on a luxurious ship entertained by an eerie and wickedly enchanting carnival is bound to be captivating. Kerri Maniscalco succeeded in creating the proper ambience, the sinister vibe that promised debauchery and blood, the chilling atmosphere right before the murderer presented his ghastly works of art, and that is the sole reason I didn't rate it lower. However, a) I figured out the identity of the killer once a certain clue was presented (and I can't fathom how Wadsworth did not see it coming), and b) I can't shake the feeling that the evidence and the whole construction of the crime were chaotic. Instead of elaborately crafting a detailed, thorough murder case, the author prefered to focus on the drama overdose and the (unfounded) conflict of Wadsworth's feelings, and mistakes inevitably happened. For example, Wadsworth was given a note about a secret meeting and went to the rendezvous point thinking it came from Cresswell. Didn't she recognize that it wasn't his handwriting? *cue facepalm*
Escaping from Houdini inflicted a devastating blow on my love for this series, it opened a wound that will probably never heal. I fear that the relationship I cherished, and the heroes I rooted for are now tainted, tarnished by the glitter and the silks of the Moonlight Carnival. And that is something I never expected.
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Stalking Jack the Ripper:★★★★
Hunting Prince Dracula: ★★★★★
Escaping from Houdini: ★★½ ...more
Catrina Soooo can we skip this book and not miss much and go right from Dracula to Devil? Lol
Czarina Alyza I’m here for this review. Everything is so on point. Minutes before I went to goodreads, I was crying my heart out for Cresswell. Too damn angry and d I’m here for this review. Everything is so on point. Minutes before I went to goodreads, I was crying my heart out for Cresswell. Too damn angry and disappointed with Aubrey :) and saw this review and I’m sooo sooo glad that someone understands the way I feel and even articulated it in a way I could never do. ...more
Jan 14, 2017 Kerri rated it it was amazing · (Review from the author)
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12/17/17 update: title, summary, and tentative release date are being announced TOMORROW!
title announcement coming before the end of december. are you ready???
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Oct 23, 2018 Hailey (Hailey in Bookland) rated it really liked it
Shelves: historical-fiction, mystery-thriller-paranormal, owned
3.5? 3.75? I DON’T KNOW
There were things I loved but also things that I hated, but I enjoyed it? I’ll talk it through more in my October wrap up!
Sep 11, 2017 destiny ♡⚔♡ [howling libraries] rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Shelves: owned-physical, otp, historical, young-adult, review-copies
#1: Stalking Jack the Ripper ★★★★★
#2: Hunting Prince Dracula ★★★★★
#3: Escaping From Houdini ★★★★★
Let me tell you guys, I have been dying to post this review! It’s been a few months since I read this one, but the publisher did request that I wait to post my thoughts until close to the book’s release, and naturally, I obliged. Now that I can finally gush freely with you all, I have to tell you that I adore this series. It is such a fun roller coaster of emotions and suspense, and I honestly think
Let me tell you guys, I have been dying to post this review! It’s been a few months since I read this one, but the publisher did request that I wait to post my thoughts until close to the book’s release, and naturally, I obliged. Now that I can finally gush freely with you all, I have to tell you that I adore this series. It is such a fun roller coaster of emotions and suspense, and I honestly think Kerri could write a dozen books following the adventures of Audrey and Thomas, and I would happily read each and every one of them.
He flashed a quick grin. “A lifetime full of surprises, remember, Wadsworth?”
“Indeed.” I could not imagine a future that didn’t include unwinding each secret he possessed.
Just the same as in the past two installments, my favorite parts are each and every moment in which Audrey and Thomas are alone, whether they’re swapping flirty banter, admiring one another’s intellect, sneaking steamy moments in hidden corners, or confessing sweet, tender emotions and desires. That said, this installment relies less on relationship building and more on suspense, intrigue, and a bit of con work.
“Truth is often compared to a blade. I question those who marvel when it pricks.”
What I expect to be a controversial topic is Audrey’s behavior in this book, which I ultimately loved, despite struggling with at first. Escaping fell slightly below Hunting Prince Dracula in terms of enjoyment for me because of her actions, which I hold conflicting feelings about: on the one hand, her deceit is heartbreaking as we see the pain it causes her loved ones, but on the other, Audrey proves herself as a bright young woman who has come to recognize that she has to figure things out for herself and to see if she’s settling, or truly on the path she needs to be on. That said, I think readers everywhere will be pleased with the end of her curious emotional journey.
“Hope is an invisible, but mighty force. Don’t dismiss its power.”
On a less conflicting note, let me tell you, the setting is this book is fantastic; it is so delightful and intriguing. Nothing is ever quite what it seems to be on the ship, and there’s a lot of world-building for the circus and its performers that lends to an immersive, captivating arena for the murders.
“Miss Audrey Rose Wadsworth, conqueror of my soul—you are an absolute fiend. You’d like to flout tradition simply because of your need for my body.” He held a hand over his heart. “I swear I have never loved you more.”
As for my favorite aspect of the series, Thomas: he has developed into this delightfully kind creature when it comes to his love for Audrey, but his humor and snark are still fully present, as is his brilliant wit. Thomas is truly one of my favorite YA love interests of all time, because not only is he funny, charming, and cute—he’s also incredibly respectful and in awe of Audrey’s talents, and even when it breaks his heart, he’s fully prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure that she feels free to make the choices she needs to make. I just love him so, so much.
“Swords, secrets, and stolen kisses.”
Finally, our newest prominent player: Mephistopheles, the ring-leader of the traveling show. I know that there have been some mixed feelings about him from other ARC reviewers, but I have to say that, despite some of the really twisted things he does, I thought he was a phenomenal addition to the story. He’s got this moral greyness to him that you can never quite determine the shade of, and his motives are rarely, if ever, clear.
“You speak the language of my complicated heart, Wadsworth. I am a very lucky man.”
I hoped he still believed that once I’d confessed my morning activities in full.
Genuinely, I am so interested in seeing what the general consensus is when the finished release rolls around and reviews start to roll in, because I think Kerri made a lot of risky moves while writing this story (which paid off). I definitely looked at Audrey Rose a little differently by the time I closed the cover on this one (not in a bad way, though), and I wonder if it will shift even further once the finished ending comes out—because, in case you didn’t know, the ARCs don’t have the final ending. Kerri wrote a fake ending for the advance copies, which gives me the perfect excuse to reread this beauty when my pre-order arrives in September.
I’ll come back and update this review after I’ve finished, to let you all know if any of my thoughts have changed, but as it stands, I can promise you that I will still be recommending this series to anyone and everyone, as it is such a fun read with a truly lovable cast of characters.
All quotes come from an advance copy and may not match the final release. Thank you so much to Jimmy Patterson Books for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review!
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Apr 12, 2020 jessica rated it really liked it · review of another edition
im so confused as to why this installment has the lowest rating of all the books in the series among my friends (is it because of audrey??), because this has been my favourite one so far! granted, i was very less than impressed with the previous book, which everyone adored, so maybe im the weird one. lol.
i love all things circus and carnival and illusions, so this book is right up my alley. i do wish houdini played a larger part in the plot, but i understand why he didnt. still, i really loved im so confused as to why this installment has the lowest rating of all the books in the series among my friends (is it because of audrey??), because this has been my favourite one so far! granted, i was very less than impressed with the previous book, which everyone adored, so maybe im the weird one. lol.
i love all things circus and carnival and illusions, so this book is right up my alley. i do wish houdini played a larger part in the plot, but i understand why he didnt. still, i really loved the whole ‘murder on the orient express’ vibes of this story, just on a passenger liner rather than a train. its exciting and mysterious and thomas is still carrying this series on his shoulders, but im not complaining.
definitely going to finish the series as the next book focuses on real murders, similar to the first book. so i hope i enjoy it just as much!
↠ 4 stars ...more
Jan 19, 2018 may ❀ rated it it was ok
Shelves: 400-pgs, bye, historical, library, look-at-that-beauty, love-triangle-ugh, meh, series, mystery
i'm so sleepy but even my state of delirium cannot mask how annoyed i am @ this book
#ThomasEffingDeservesBetter
ill write something more thoughtful in the morning
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i find it absolutely incredible that i can look at a cover and thing 'wow i want to marry that someday'
BEAUTIFUL i'm so sleepy but even my state of delirium cannot mask how annoyed i am @ this book
BEAUTIFUL ...more
Oct 12, 2018 Riley rated it it was ok
this....ain't it sis this....ain't it sis ...more
Apr 26, 2019 Melissa ♥ Dog/Wolf Lover ♥ Martin rated it liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: historical, hardback, own
Yeah, well that happened! At least the ending is promising. The next book better knock it out of the park since I preordered a special box!!!
Mel 🖤🐶🐺🐾
Apr 16, 2017 Candace Robinson added it
This is such a fun series. I like the gory factors, Cresswell—especially Cresswell, and the cool themes that are intertwined. So when I saw carnival on a ship, I was incredibly ecstatic.
Let me start out by saying the book started off very well—we get some killing right away. But then a mysterious guy with a face mask who is the carnival's leader, Mephistopheles, comes into the picture. This is where our girl, Audrey Rose, starts getting a little ridiculous.
My favorite thing about this series has This is such a fun series. I like the gory factors, Cresswell—especially Cresswell, and the cool themes that are intertwined. So when I saw carnival on a ship, I was incredibly ecstatic.
My favorite thing about this series has been how Audrey and Thomas Cresswell are a team. A lot of this book Cresswell wasn't even there ... but Mephistopheles was. Uh oh, that means possible love triangle. I hate when you're so invested in two characters, especially when you are at book three—there does not need to be another guy in the picture!
Anyway, so besides Audrey acting ridiculous, I loved the book! The atmosphere was gorgeous, awe-inspiring and creepy—a mixture of the best kind. It was incredibly well written, and I'm excited to see what happens in book four! ...more
Oct 21, 2018 Tucker (TuckerTheReader) rated it it was amazing
Shelves: all-time-favs, 5-stars, favorites-2019, favorites-2018, mystery, historical-fiction, thriller, young-adult, romance
➵ Stalking Jack the Ripper (#1) - ★★★★★
➵ Hunting Prince Dracula (#2) - ★★★★★
➵ Escaping from Houdini (#3) - ★★★★★
➵ Capturing the Devil (#4) - ★★★★★
[Credit: Kerri Maniscalco]
Raise your hand if you're glad they changed the dress color to blue! 🙋
[9/10/2019] - POP QUIZ! Anybody recognize this voice?
Nope! It's spelled "mephistopheles" I TOLD YOU I SUCK AT SPELLING.
My notes from the second re-read:
1) Thomas is my spirit animal.
2) The first time, the love triangle ➵ Stalking Jack the Ripper (#1) - ★★★★★
2) The first time, the love triangle was annoying but this time, I knew it was coming and was adequately prepared.
4) I have a crush on Metastafeles. (Is that how you spell it? I was listening to the audio. It's pronounced:
META-STOF-UH-LEEZ. and by now we should all know that I am horrible at spelling.
5) Thomas is my spirit animal
6) THis book needs to become a movie.
i originally gave this book a 4.5 but it is now 5. i f**king love this series
Last book before Capturing the Devil!!!!
Oh, I'm so glad this isn't a trilogy because I'm not ready for this series to end. I think the only time I've ever loved a series this much is Land of Stories or the Janitors series. And when I finished that, I was solo was like I had a horrible reading slump. When I read the last book, I just might die.... No not really but very close
This book made me feel so much. And that's what I love about this seried. It's this perfect blend of romance and mystery. It's a mys-rom... Is that a word? Well, it is now.
Anyway, let's talk about AR and Thomas.... Oh my gosh, I am not one for romance (I'll read it but I don't gravitate towards it) but I love their relationship. It is so cute and so I was so frustrated when there was a love triangle introduced... Ugghh.
Nonetheless, I loved this book because of the mystery. I think of all three books this one was the best crafted. It had me guessing and guessing until the big reveal.
4.5 Stars: WOULD HAVE BEEN PERFECT IF IT WEREN'T FOR THAT GOSH DARN love TRIANGLE
Age Recommendation: 13+ (Scary themes, Gore, Murder)
TW: Gore, Murder
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Sep 27, 2018 Sharon rated it it was ok
Shelves: 1-and-a-half-stars, your-cheating-lying-heart, angsts-and-angsts, annoying-tropes, can-you-just-not, carnival, beautiful-covers, eyeroll-moments, extended-secrecy-trope, get-your-shit-together
Aw, man. It sucks when a series that was on its way to becoming one of my favorites disappoints me and now, I don’t know how to feel about it anymore. I’m filled with a lot of feelings – and pretty much none of them good. I’m just going straight to the spoilers, beware:
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I’m just so disappointed with Audrey Rose. In the last book, she was frustrating, but at the end of the day, I admired her perseverance to pursue her passion. In this book though, she has made so many excuses, but Aw, man. It sucks when a series that was on its way to becoming one of my favorites disappoints me and now, I don’t know how to feel about it anymore. I’m filled with a lot of feelings – and pretty much none of them good. I’m just going straight to the spoilers, beware:
I’m just so disappointed with Audrey Rose. In the last book, she was frustrating, but at the end of the day, I admired her perseverance to pursue her passion. In this book though, she has made so many excuses, but the things she have done are what an asshole would do. She cheats on the person she was engaged with. Like maybe it wouldn’t be so bad if this was the 1st book of the series, and she hasn’t known Thomas for long, and if they’re not officially together yet, so she’s still learning about her love interests and thinking about possibilities – but no, that’s not what’s happening here. It has been TWO books and they got engaged at the end of the last book, so why is this happening now ughhhh.
Look, I know what the author is trying to do. Audrey Rose is a feminist of her time, and she’s very keen on establishing her independence and pursuing her talents no matter restrictions society put on women. I love that message and based on what we have seen in the 1st books, the message is clear and I respect the women equality theme. The message that is shown in this book is Audrey Rose CHOOSING whom she wants to be with. And then, showing Thomas being the perfect man for her because he respects women’s rights, and repeatedly shows Audrey Rose that he accepts her choices and will never pressure her or restrict her. I see it, I see it. I see the angle of showing Audrey Rose is a strong, independent woman who makes her own choices – and that Thomas is the most respectful, equality-supporting man ever. And this is somehow to make their love even more “strong and true” because when given the options of being with Thomas or Mephistopheles, she chooses Thomas at the end. HOWEVER, unfortunately, it comes at the expense of Audrey Rose being the dirtbag who cheats on her fiancé. And by cheating, I mean both emotionally (being tempted throughout the book, pondering future with him, thinking how it’d feel like to kiss him, getting kinda jealous at possibilities of him having sex with other girls, etc.) and physically cheating (kissing though, not sex. She hasn’t even had sex with her fiancé b/c this is the historical times afterall).
And some of the excuses she give this book – oh, I can’t handle.
1) First and foremost, she excuses engaging into this whole secrecy pact thing with Mephistopheles by saying “I’m doing this to protect my cousin at all costs!” (The pact is that Audrey Rose will spend time with Mephistopheles and allow the performers at the carnival to think they’re having “something” and she’ll join him in one of the performances if he gives her proof that might convince Liza, her cousin, that Harry is cheating on her). There are so many things wrong with this reasoning because i) when Mephistopheles gave her a “letter proof” of the cheating, she didn’t even give it to Liza right away. She had it for a few days because she was “too afraid” to hurt Liza. Waiiiiit what’s the point of this pact if you’re not even going to use the PROOF?? ii) technically, she got what she wanted with the letter and she said that protecting Liza is her main goal here (and Mephistopheles thinks that’s her main goal too), so why does she have to continue the secrecy part and listening to all his rules if he technically gave her what she wanted already? I mean maybe it’s her “honor” system or something like that, but I doubt it. There is this one moment where Thomas asks her about the pact and tells her to just tell him and they’ll figure it out together, but in her mind, she’s like “no, I can’t tell him. I’m not allowed to because of the rules.” Like girl, if you told him, what’s the WORSE that could happen? You got your fuckin’ letter. It does notttt make sense. Even if Audrey Rose told Thomas, she could’ve easily just told him “don’t tell anyone” and trust him to act it out like she is – then she also doesn’t have to worry about any sort of consequences. iii) Furthermore, the way she handles this whole situation with Liza comes off as manipulative at times. She actively seeks proof that will make Liza not end up with a guy who seems dishonest and is a bad “marriage prospect.” Even though Liza is reckless, shouldn’t she still make her own decisions? I mean I get trying to find out the truth especially if you don’t want your cousin to marry the wrong man and ruin her life forever. Still, the way she goes about it is needless to say incredibly dishonest and unnecessarily complicated. And again, when Audrey is hesitating on giving the proof to Liza and holds it off a few days, she’s determining that Liza is not ready to hear the secret even though this is HUGE and affects her life.
2) She also excuses it saying she’ll get close to Mephistopheles to get more information about the performers to solve the mystery. OK, sure. This seems like a convenient plot device tbh because I can see her getting clues a million other ways than following through with the pact he gave her. She could’ve asked Liza for help to spy. She could’ve snuck and interviewed with Thomas even if the performers don’t trust them because they got to have WAYS. How else did the interview and got clues from people in other books? So many ways that don’t have to include her seducing Mephistopheles. Maybe this is the most “efficient” way but at what cost? She ended up lying (and more terrible things) to her loved ones for it.
Now when I think about it, Audrey Rose didn’t even solve the “who dun it” at the end. The guy revealed himself during his “final performance” of killing his last victim. So literally, all she found out, all she did – like did it even help? I don’t know. I don’t think so though.
3) She excuses it saying she wants to learn the “sleight of hands” tricks he knew. OK, this I kinda understand b/c she’s a scientist and she’s filled with curiosity. Still, her curiosity in both the tricks and in the man is unsettling. She thinks learning will improve her forensic skills.
However, it gives me Odysseus vibes. He who is so focused on his own ambitions and curiosity and ego that he willingly spends years away from his wife and son (of course, the Calypso arc wasn’t his own choice, but the years after the Trojan War ended and BEFORE he ended up on Calypso’s island, HE CHOSE to do it. He is so focused on his own ambitions and his own pursuits that he sleeps with other women (EX: Circe whom he sleeps with and then she helps him out). Just because following your passion is a great thing, it does not mean cheating is “right.” There are no good excuses.
And to make it worse, after she finally reveals to Thomas that she is genuinely confused about her feelings for Mephistopheles and she doesn’t know for sure who she wants to be with, she kisses Mephistopheles again and likes it. She is pondering on maybe she isn’t the marrying type, and pondering maybe she’ll be a good fit with Mephistopheles – but when Thomas is about to die, BAM she realizes Thomas is the one she wanted. Like what, too little too late IMO. But nope, all is forgiven because she saves his life and decides she loves him most.
And also, if you need your lover to almost die for you to realize how much you love him, then maybe you don't deserve him. It irks me that Audrey Rose chose him only after she found out he was kidnapped. She was literally thinking about moving on without Thomas, maybe even being with Mephistopheles, and perhaps even a life without marriage. She was ON HER WAY to this path. However, only after she found he got kidnapped, she was like "oh shoot I love him the most afterall." It makes it feel like not an active choice (which is contradictory to the whole point of this novel - b/c the author is clearing making this book about Audrey Rose CHOOSING to give her heart to whoever she wants (I think I read that at the back of the book or some other summary area that emphasizes this particular theme - and I definitely see that is what the author is trying to do with the whole "feminism," "girl chooses who she wants to be, what she wants to do, etc." These are themes that are evident in the previous books, so the author is trying to do it here again, but more angled towards the choosing who you love aspect)). It now feels less of an active choice and more choosing out of these convenient plot devices. So if Thomas was not kidnapped, then Audrey Rose would what? Go on with her life and be with someone else or no one or whatever? Look, this has happened in a lot of romances - where conveniences make characters prompt actions to be with someone and realize they want to be with the person they love afterall - I just personally hate it. Maybe that's life and we only react to what coincidences and whatever that get thrown at us - but in romance stories, I do love when you clearly see an active choice to be with someone, no matter the circumstances. It'll be nice knowing that a person chooses you no matter what - and not b/c you got kidnapped or what have you *cough*.
Also, I love Thomas, and he really is the best man ever, but his reaction has been disappointing. He does distances himself a bit with Audrey at the end and shows he doesn’t like her spending time with Mephistopheles – but he never actually voices a complaint about it. We know he’s jealous, but he’s never once indignant. Why isn’t he mad at Audrey Rose? It’s admirable that he tells her that he will never force a decision on her, and will respect whatever she chooses – whether it’s him or Mephistopheles. He’s a good, honorable guy- we KNOW that. However, he’s letting her off so easily? I know some people can still forgive and be with people who cheated on them. I personally can’t wrap my head around it. And even though I know I wouldn’t be able to forgive, I also don’t understand why Thomas is not even remotely going to feel indignant, like “Hey, we are engaged. We are supposed to be committed to each other, remember?” Like if you have to forgive, please at least get mad that they cheated! I feel like the author is so focused on making him the "perfect, respectful" guy that she made him so... acquiescent. And I never want to think Thomas as anything remotely weak - and I know everyone reacts to things differently - but how can he just let her treat him like shit and forgive her so easily? It doesn't make sense to me. It definitely does not look like a favorable light to me, even though he's so "dang respectful." It's one thing to be respectful and supportive, and it's another thing to be a pushover. If the situation was reversed, you better hope Audrey Rose doesn't forgive Thomas for any transgressions/cheating. I feel like the author is so caught up on making him the "ideal man who supports women's rights and respects her every wish" that she sorta lost the point here. Yeah, he should be respectful to her and what she wants, but that doesn't mean he should just let her walk over him and treat him terribly.
In the last book, he was learning how to respect what she wants and give her space and let her make decisions and not make decisions for her - and by the end of the book, it seemed like they found a balance of support and independence. I loved that lesson and it was nice to see them struggle and fight and finally reach an understanding. They both learned a lot. In this book, all was lost. Here, it's less about support and independence and more about letting someone you love treat you terribly just because you love and respect that person so much. I loved the previous book so much so it is disappointing to see it turn into this. The characters don't have to be perfect, but they sorta lost the point of what they were originally supposed to stand for.
And perhaps her conflicted emotions are “realistic” because sometimes, people do get confused and need reaffirmation that the person they love is truly the one they want. I get it even though I don’t like it. Even if we have to show this for the sake of “being realistic,” Audrey Rose doesn’t deserve him. And I’m not saying that because I glorify him as a fangirl, I’m saying it because Audrey Rose’s actions in this book have shown her to be unfaithful and inconsiderate.
Also, I noticed that while she said she would tell Thomas the truth and tell him everything after the pact is over, she never told him. She never told him about the almost-kiss, or the actual kiss, or the kiss after she and Thomas finally talked about her conflicting emotions. So even her attempt at transparency never went into fruition, so this whole thing still ends feeling sordid. And she didn't even apologize at the end to Thomas, or explained everything about how she has been feeling and about how she has come to realize she loves him. I need a big ol' declaration to redeem herself at least 1%. Right now, she's at -50000%
Grrr I’m just so mad because I fell in love with this series after the last book, but now, I’m back to square one or negative something. I don’t think I can see this series the same way because Audrey Rose has shown to be a cheater and a liar. A liar – I can handle, but damn, her logic for her cheating and lying sucks ass. At least she owns up to her confusion by the end of the book, but it’s still terrible that she cheated. It’s still unpleasant to read all her thoughts of temptations throughout the book. We know she loves Thomas, but I don’t know, it just doesn’t feel sweet and as great anymore. It’s frustrating because I really did love them as a couple, and I did love the mutual respect and the learning of the balance of independence and relying on someone. Unfortunately, this book took it way too far in the testing IMO.
Damn it, what a shame. They were so cute! They are still cute – but my heart is just not really into it anymore after the *betrayals* Like hey, it’s great that Audrey Rose reaffirmed her love for Thomas and reaffirmed that she CHOSE him over anyone else especially after he proved once again that he is the most respectful and loving person ever, but dang it, girl, why did you have to cheat? I don’t even actually hate Mephistopheles as a character – he was kinda interesting. I just didn’t care for him, and I was more disappointed in Audrey Rose’s actions. Like if my fiancé was solving a crime, and he was lying to me as he tried to get close to a girl for clues, and he ends up imagining kissing her and ACTUALLY kissing her and doubting his feelings for me – you better bet I’d be pissed. What a great way to start a marriage, not. And ugh it’s so annoyingly typical for a YA to throw in a love triangle just to test the relationship of the main couple. It always get too angsty and problematic for my taste.
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So putting this aside, the mystery is an interesting one. I was able to somehow guess early on who exactly the killer was in each of the 1st 2 books. This one was way, way harder, possibly because there were way more characters. In addition, keeping up with the theme, there are “sleight of hands” to the readers in the sense that we are so distracted by the plot, romance, and numerous characters and going-ons that it’s hard to pinpoint anything with everything happening. I love that mirroring.
This book had me all over the place that I ended up having 4 guesses. 2 of them non-carnival-performers and 2 of them are. 1 of them is correct, but I have to say that even with these guesses, I didn’t feel resolute about anyone. I was unsure for all of it. So props. When the reveal came and we get the “reason” for the murder, it made sense.
So even though I had a lot to complain about one thing in particular (this topic is my pet peeve so it gets to me more), I really do have immense respect for the author. This is such a creative series, and I love, love, love the concept of centering a mystery around a famous figure in history. I’m definitely going to read the final book when it comes out next year. Still, I’m going to have to give this 1.5 stars (sadly. And no one is more sad than me because this was on my way to being one of my favorite YA series ever. Now, idk)
On a random note, are we really escaping from Houdini? (view spoiler)[I mean I kinda like that Houdini is not the automatic villain like the character in the title of the other books. But here… hhmm… There was escaping. And there was Houdini. And they even suspected that Houdini was the culprit (but he was hardly the primarily suspect – at least not in my perspective). But escaping from Houdini wasn’t really the point here. (hide spoiler)]
Things that you might want to know (WARNING: Spoilers below)
Happy/satisfying ending? (view spoiler)[Technically happy (hide spoiler)]
Love triangle? Cheating? Angst level? Other things to note? (view spoiler)[Yes, yes, high. More details at the top of the review in the spoilers (hide spoiler)]
Tears-worthy? (view spoiler)[Sad things happened, but no tears (hide spoiler)]
Humor? (view spoiler)[Humorous bantering, but not actually humor (hide spoiler)]
What age level would be appropriate? (view spoiler)[Vague references to sex/sexual things. Teens and up (hide spoiler)] ...more
Czarina Alyza I’m so pissed that it took Thomas’ one foot standing on the edge of death is her trigger to realize that she truly loved him. This book is so disappoi I’m so pissed that it took Thomas’ one foot standing on the edge of death is her trigger to realize that she truly loved him. This book is so disappointing for the series. ...more
Sharon Czarina Alyza wrote: "I’m so pissed that it took Thomas’ one foot standing on the edge of death is her trigger to realize that she truly loved him. Th Czarina Alyza wrote: "I’m so pissed that it took Thomas’ one foot standing on the edge of death is her trigger to realize that she truly loved him. This book is so disappointing for the series."
Ugh yeah right? It was so frustrating! :( ...more
Jul 19, 2018 Jasmine from How Useful It Is rated it it was amazing
Shelves: from-publisher, thrillers, young-adult
I started reading Escaping from Houdini on 7/8/18 and finished it on 7/19/18. This book is an excellent read! I find the romance between Thomas and Audrey Rose intoxicating because of their limited time, privacy, and secrecy. I like the sharp tongues exchanges between Audrey and Mephistopheles. I like all the fancy clothes Audrey Rose wears: silks and velvets as well as the decorations to the live shows. I like the mystery to Mephistopheles’ background because he’s always wearing a mask. I like I started reading Escaping from Houdini on 7/8/18 and finished it on 7/19/18. This book is an excellent read! I find the romance between Thomas and Audrey Rose intoxicating because of their limited time, privacy, and secrecy. I like the sharp tongues exchanges between Audrey and Mephistopheles. I like all the fancy clothes Audrey Rose wears: silks and velvets as well as the decorations to the live shows. I like the mystery to Mephistopheles’ background because he’s always wearing a mask. I like the friction between Thomas, Audrey Rose, and Mephistopheles and their endless witticism/sarcasm/banter/charm/well-timed quips. I can’t tell Mephistopheles’ intentions toward Audrey Rose but the air of mystery makes the read interesting. I like how the characters are good at keeping a poker face in tense situations.
This book is told in the first person point of view following Audrey Rose Wadsworth, 17, as she, Thomas Cresswell, and her Uncle Jonathan Wadsworth, whom readers learned from book 1 that he’s an expert in reading crime scenes are boarding a cruise ship called the Etruria heading to New York. There is entertainment on this cruise ship and the newest entertainer to excite everyone on board is Mephistopheles and his Moonlight Carnival crew. Their performance promises the audience of tricks that will both be dazzling and on the brink of danger. Audiences clap wildly from one act to the next with excitement and eagerness until at last, when there’s a knife protruding from the back of their fellow audience that left a puddle of blood on the floor, no one thought twice that it was a real murder but part of an act. Audrey finds herself trapped on a boat at sea with a murderer on the loose. Audrey, her uncle, and Thomas now find themselves with a dead body to examine and it might not be the only one.
Escaping from Houdini is truly mesmerizing. I love the topic of magic performances and how it all takes place on a cruise. As much as I love following Thomas and Audrey Rose breaking curfews and sneaking out on secret adventures, I do love the change in this book with Thomas having a competitor. It’s interesting how Thomas is still consider a “friend” after all of those stolen moments. I like Mrs. Harvey in this book more than in the previous books. I like the pictures before each chapter, especially the late 19th century circus performers because it gives readers an idea of what’s to come and their costumes are really out there! I love books with epilogues. I couldn’t guess who the murderer is but I did flipped back to read again to see if there were clues I might have missed. This book is a must read and the series shouldn’t be missed. I highly recommend everyone to read it!
Pro: fast paced, page turner, suspense, mystery, cruise, circus, diversity, humor/banter
xoxo, Jasmine at www.howusefulitis.wordpress.com for more details ...more
Jul 06, 2020 She-who-must-not-be-named rated it liked it
Shelves: psychological-thrillers
The epilogue is the most beautiful thing ever and I'm infused with overwhelming joy. Other than that, meh. The author decided to insert a love triangle which was unnecessary. The epilogue is the most beautiful thing ever and I'm infused with overwhelming joy. Other than that, meh. The author decided to insert a love triangle which was unnecessary. ...more
Jan 19, 2018 Nastassja rated it it was ok
Shelves: 2018, anticipated-releases, 1st-pov, almost-liked-it, alternative-history, cover-ecstasy, dark, dark-haired-heroine, excellent-writing, eye-rolling
**Full review now posted on my blog**
You don't need to be a detective to see how immature and disappointing this book is. One of the greatest failures of the year.
*Mild spoilers below*
Look at the gif above, this is a real life case when I want to go drinking for a week to forget all about this book. This is the moment I was dreading since book 2 came out and I had my doubts regarding it, and this is the case when I intentionally overrated this series by giving book 2 - 3.5 stars and book
Look at the gif above, this is a real life case when I want to go drinking for a week to forget all about this book. This is the moment I was dreading since book 2 came out and I had my doubts regarding it, and this is the case when I intentionally overrated this series by giving book 2 - 3.5 stars and book 3 - 2.5, when really they deserved at least half a star less. Why have I done it? Because I adored book 1, which you can see in my absolutely insane fangirl review. I don't know why I am still doing it, but I think it's time to add some snark to the whole story. So be done with introspection, Nastassja, and let's start the snarky party.
Why Escaping from Houdini is a fiend pretending to be worthy of its predecessor? I can give you some reasons.
>> The plot is absolutely erratic and messy. If you want to find a thread of deductive thinking here in the best Sherlock Holmes tradition - which this series originally was successfully accomplishing - you are for a great deal of disappointment. The whole time I was reading this book, I couldn't fathom why the mystery was so unimportant that it was almost fully replaced by teenage angst and inner cringy heroine's monologue. It felt like all Audrey Rose cared about is romance: give her a daisy and she will pluck petals all day long, asking the flower to foretell her if 'he loves her or not'. Pathetic and boring. Why when a lot of people where dying on that fucking ship, in most terrific and gruesome ways, characters didn't particularly care and kept living their lives as if nothing was happening. Have you seen or read "Murder on the Orient express"? Do you remember in what state of fear and desperation characters were when murder happened on a train in a closed space in the middle of nowhere? There's a brutal killer on a loose and all you do is keep say, Show must go on?
This is so wrong on so many levels.
If I were not lazy, I'd quote the whole book and give you prove as why the detective part of the book is fake. But then I will have to do the same with characters and the romance.
Oh boy, this book does feel like an evil changeling.
What happened to Audrey Rose? - Changeling!
What happened to Thomas Cresswell? - Changeling!
What happened to their sexy banters and smart dialogues? - Fairy fucking Changelings!!
Audrey Rose was immature and stupid. All her talk of science is bullshit; all she really cared about - new boy in circus town (I'll get to it yet).
What happened to Thomas Cresswell?! Ah yeah, feminist heroine's spineless sidekick. Shoot him and spare us the embarrassment of pretending we still love him.
Get used to disappointment
Ow, and now is my favorite reason to hate this book. Drummmmmmmmmmm-ta-da ---> fucking love triangle!
This is what practically happens: Audrey Rose starts to have 'tender' feelings toward - attention - a clone of Cresswell! *gasp* They guy is darkly handsome and mysterious and he does sexy banter. Oh my, Audrey Rose starts to doubt her feelings toward Cresswell *gasp again* Am I the only one who feels cheap soap opera vibes?
I am very sorry I had to let all that spontaneous snark out on one of my ex-favorite series, but my disappointment is so high I had to let it out of my system.
Grand finale:
P.S. I will give book 4 a chance to rehabilitate, because no matter how harsh I am I still believe in second chances and do really really want my OTP Cressworth back.
Czarina Alyza Agree with MegF. I barely hang on to finish the book and skipped large portions. It felt like the murder was just a ploy by the author to make Wadswor Agree with MegF. I barely hang on to finish the book and skipped large portions. It felt like the murder was just a ploy by the author to make Wadsworth realize her true love. Biggest disappointment. ...more
Nastassja Czarina Alyza wrote: "Agree with MegF. I barely hang on to finish the book and skipped large portions. It felt like the murder was just a ploy by the Czarina Alyza wrote: "Agree with MegF. I barely hang on to finish the book and skipped large portions. It felt like the murder was just a ploy by the author to make Wadsworth realize her true love. Biggest disappointment."
The murder was definitely just a ploy for the romance :/ ...more
Jul 25, 2019 Kat Valentine rated it it was amazing
What a fantastic read!!! I simply adore this series from kerri maniscalco!!! She is a amazing storyteller and her books are so very entertaining. I loved the theme of this book and enjoyed all the magic and mayhem. And the use of tarot cards by the murder was genius. Her characters are fabulous as well and I adored mephistopheles he is so mysterious and charming reminding me of a true rogue!!! And Audrey rose and Thomas are a awesome couple,I can't wait for more of their interactions,things are What a fantastic read!!! I simply adore this series from kerri maniscalco!!! She is a amazing storyteller and her books are so very entertaining. I loved the theme of this book and enjoyed all the magic and mayhem. And the use of tarot cards by the murder was genius. Her characters are fabulous as well and I adored mephistopheles he is so mysterious and charming reminding me of a true rogue!!! And Audrey rose and Thomas are a awesome couple,I can't wait for more of their interactions,things are heating up nicely. This was a awesome whodunit and kept me guessing til the end. With so many secretive characters it could have been any of them,but when Cressworth put their minds together the bad guys haven't got a chance. Until next time luv's💖💋 ...more
Dec 24, 2020 Teodora rated it it was ok
Shelves: historical, ya, on-app
2.45/5 ⭐
Sadly, I haven't enjoyed this book as much as I wanted to. And that is mostly because, for me, it felt more like a transition book, a book written to be a bridge between two other major events that were supposed to be happening in other books.
The plot was similar to the one of the previous books and I could definitely see the pattern of the raw draft more clearly here.
The mystery was still not that hard to unravel and the bad guy of this instalment was (to me, of course, I don't speak f 2.45/5 ⭐
The mystery was still not that hard to unravel and the bad guy of this instalment was (to me, of course, I don't speak for anyone else but myself here) very easy to spot from the beginning.
Aside from little inaccuracies that annoyed me here and there, I also wasn't a great big fan of Audrey Rose here. There was something about her that irritated me (maybe her ability to ignore Thomas so well and just sneak around to try to get in trouble on her own, but who knows?)
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Oct 04, 2018 Karima chermiti rated it did not like it · review of another edition
Shelves: 2018, buddy_read, historical_fiction, young-adult, mystery
#1)Stalking Jack the Ripper : 4 stars
#2)Hunting Prince Dracula : 5 stars
Spoiler warning : This review is filled with spoilers. If you haven’t read this book then you need to stay away unless you don’t care about being spoiled.
After reading and falling in love with Stalking Jack the Ripper and Hunting Prince Dracula , Escaping from Houdini was one of my most anticipated sequels of the fall. It’s really sad that I didn’t love anything about this book. Not only that but my love for the whole series #1)Stalking Jack the Ripper : 4 stars
After reading and falling in love with Stalking Jack the Ripper and Hunting Prince Dracula , Escaping from Houdini was one of my most anticipated sequels of the fall. It’s really sad that I didn’t love anything about this book. Not only that but my love for the whole series is now tainted and broken and my heart is no longer in it. This book changed the way I looked at the characters and the relationship between them, It changed the way I feel about them as partners and as a couple and it changed my feelings for Audrey, the female protagonist from admiration and love to hate and contempt.
Escaping from Houdini follows a very hormonal Audrey rose while she’s trying to choose between Thomas Creswell, the boy she loved since book one, the boy who stood by her, loved her and was there in her most traumatic experiences and another boy she met only few days Ago. In other worlds, this book is a nightmare of over-used YA tropes and it’s going to haunt me forever.
Love triangles, insta-lust portrayed as love and so many other things made me dislike everything about this book. I could’ve understood the whole mess if this was the first book of the series but this is the third one, I thought we were beyond that, apparently we weren’t. The thing is I don’t mind love triangle when they’re written well and even when they’re not, I just ignore them. But this one is so cheap, so unnecessary, so wrong and so distasteful, that I felt like I was physically in pain. Watching Audrey rose toss everything aside for a boy that she knows nothing about, that spends the time manipulating her and that she just met for few days is simply ridiculous and it made the book like a long journey filled with mediocre angst and drama.
Well, I didn’t sign up for that, I came here for a great murder mystery and that didn’t happen. The mystery was chaotic and nothing the characters did made sense at all and I wasn’t intrigued by the whole Who-Dunnit question, I actually figured it out half through the book and if Rose hadn’t been so focused on her romances, she could’ve too. And what the hell is wrong with the people on that ship, people are being murdered in the most gruesome ways and the passengers are just there enjoying their cruise and having fun.
You don’t get the sense of danger, you don’t get the sense of urgency and the characters are so uncaring about everything that’s going on, so why should I care again. You would think that if a murderer is using the carnival to stage the murders than the carnival will stop making any other show but no they all go on with their lives like nothing tragic has happened giving the murderer many other chances to get away with it.
The characters were destroyed in this book, it feels like it was written by another author who knows nothing about the characters and what they’ve been through. Audrey rose spend the book lying to the people who loved her, especially Thomas, sneaking away with another man, cheating on her boyfriend with that man and being a complete idiot who didn’t notice that she was being used and manipulated.
Thomas spend the book being a brooding side kick who just let Rose do whatever she wanted and waited silently for her to finish her cheating and come back for him. I mean really ? and he actually takes her back. Pathetic. And they don’t even discuss what happened between them, how much it hurt him and how he’s not okay with her doing all the shitty things she did not only to him but to Lisa too. They just kiss and everything is dandy again. like I don't think this how cheating is solved in real life you know, it's ugly, destructive and it creates a rift between people, it's not solved easily like that. I guess I'm asking too much from this book when I want a genuine portrayal of all of that.
Nothing was done well in this book, nothing, from the characters and how they acted, from the mystery and how little development it got. The whole pot made no sense to me. This book is simply that bad.
You know, I can't think about this anymore or I'm gonna catch on fire, so Here’s what I’m going to do, I‘m going to forget I even set eyes on this book, I’m going to pretend that I’ve never read it and I’m going to convince myself that this sequel never happened. It didn’t happen.
Buddy reading this book with My partner in crime
Before reading:
This series hasn't disappointed me so far, let's hope that Escaping from Houdini will keep the magic going. ...more
Oct 20, 2017 Rachel E. Carter rated it it was amazing
Shelves: to-buy-paperback
This book nearly broke my heart but THANK YOU KERRI that last chapter put it together again. SJTR is still my fave (just because I like when you don't know if the love interest is or isn't the villain and they weren't together yet which made for the best tension) but this definitely out-paced HPD by about a million -the setting and atmosphere were absolutely fantastic and I did love Thomas's competition even if I'm forever rooting for Cresswell. This book nearly broke my heart but THANK YOU KERRI that last chapter put it together again. SJTR is still my fave (just because I like when you don't know if the love interest is or isn't the villain and they weren't together yet which made for the best tension) but this definitely out-paced HPD by about a million -the setting and atmosphere were absolutely fantastic and I did love Thomas's competition even if I'm forever rooting for Cresswell. ...more
Aug 27, 2019 Chelsea Humphrey rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: bookstagram-made-me-do-it
Stalking Jack the Ripper: 🌟🌟
Hunting Prince Dracula: 🌟🌟🌟
Escaping from Houdini: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Becoming the Dark Prince: ?
Capturing the Devil: ?
This is easily my favorite book in the series, and I'm hopeful that CTD will be a 5 star read! Stalking Jack the Ripper: 🌟🌟
This is easily my favorite book in the series, and I'm hopeful that CTD will be a 5 star read! ...more
Chelsea Humphrey Claire wrote: "Oooh I'm glad to hear that, I hope you think this one is awesome! :D"
Thank you, love! <3 Claire wrote: "Oooh I'm glad to hear that, I hope you think this one is awesome! :D"
Thank you, love! <3 ...more
Czarina Alyza I’m glad you liked it because I wish this book didn’t happen in the series :(
Apr 22, 2018 Stacee rated it it was amazing
Shelves: physical-arc, read-in-2018, acknowledgements
I have been on board with these books since SJTR, so when I got my greedy hands on a arc of Houdini, I screamed at my UPS guy.
As always, Audrey Rose and Thomas are perfection. I love their banter and flirting and the way they are true partners in all things. Mephistopheles is an intriguing addition and of course he was quite charming and so infuriating. There is a fairly large cast of secondary characters on the ship and I will admit to not being able to keep up on the passengers, but it didn’t I have been on board with these books since SJTR, so when I got my greedy hands on a arc of Houdini, I screamed at my UPS guy.
As always, Audrey Rose and Thomas are perfection. I love their banter and flirting and the way they are true partners in all things. Mephistopheles is an intriguing addition and of course he was quite charming and so infuriating. There is a fairly large cast of secondary characters on the ship and I will admit to not being able to keep up on the passengers, but it didn’t slow me down.
Plot wise it was captivating. I loved that the setting was a ship, so there wasn’t anywhere to go and it made everyone a suspect. I was constantly second guessing everything and the reveals are so deliciously slow. I will say there was a small thread of plot that I wasn’t a fan of — it did make some sense and all that, it just wasn’t something I cared for.
Overall, it might be my favorite of the three, but I’m not ready to commit to that statement. I loved so many things about this story and even though there were scenes and things that made me want to scream, it was so satisfying. I can’t even wait to see what the next book brings.
**Huge thanks to Jimmy Patterson Books for providing the arc free of charge** ...more
Jun 20, 2018 Danielle rated it really liked it
I love this series so much oh my god give me more please
Feb 07, 2018 Grace (BURTSBOOKS) rated it really liked it
I think it's safe to say this is the weakest of the series so far in terms of mystery and endings but I enjoyed the carnival theme so much I hardly even cared RTC I think it's safe to say this is the weakest of the series so far in terms of mystery and endings but I enjoyed the carnival theme so much I hardly even cared RTC ...more
Nov 03, 2017 celeste rated it it was ok
i'm going to RANT because i have a lot of feelings towards this book and they are not particularly positive.
listen, i fell in love with these characters so much that i was highly anticipating this book mainly because of them. from the get-go the murder mystery in this one wasn't really appealing to me ever since we heard that houdini was gonna be in it, i honestly couldn't have cared less unlike with the previous two books but everything was fine because i still had audrey rose and thomas being i'm going to RANT because i have a lot of feelings towards this book and they are not particularly positive.
listen, i fell in love with these characters so much that i was highly anticipating this book mainly because of them. from the get-go the murder mystery in this one wasn't really appealing to me ever since we heard that houdini was gonna be in it, i honestly couldn't have cared less unlike with the previous two books but everything was fine because i still had audrey rose and thomas being that dynamic duo of crime investigators, right? right.......
i was surprised to find out how kerri completely sidelined what was so unique about these books, which is of course the relationship between the two main characters. and i'm not even talking about the 'romantic' aspect of the relationship (though that also played a huge role in my disappointment), but of their professional relationship. the dynamic these two characters had, the constant banter between them and simply them working together and solving crime was what made them unique and so refreshing in my opinion. and that was taken from us in this book for the sake of introducing the third side of a completely unnecessary love triangle. and i guess i would have been more accepting towards this new character if he hadn't happened to be extremely fucking annoying. i couldn't stand the guy or the things he said or the way he kept invading audrey rose's personal space. i just couldn't deal with him, and the fact that him and audrey rose took the spotlight and the majority of this book's scenes pissed me off. it pissed me off because as a consequence of that, thomas cresswell was sidelined and barely in the book.
audrey rose didn't make any fucking sense in the way she behaved towards this new character, and don't come at me with the excuse that she was doing it for 'the sake of the bargain'. bullshit. she said so herself, she was confused about her feelings towards him. you expect me to believe that she's gonna second-guess her feelings for thomas over a guy she just met 5 DAYS AGO?!?! ARE YOU FUCKING WITH ME RIGHT NOW???? unbelievable. i could understand her having doubts over marrying thomas because that's a huge deal, but to second-guess her FEELINGS? not realistic. this book just turned into another ya cliche where authors have to ALWAYS create drama or drive a wedge btw a couple once they become canon, and it's always through a love triangle. it's always the same damn thing. it's like they can't come up with something new or at least something mildly interesting to seperate them. i was half-way through this book and i honestly wanted it to be over.
the only good and redeeming thing in this travesty of a book was thomas cresswell, as little as he was in it. not even the murder mystery was intriguing in this one, it was all over the place, with 0 clues given to the readers for us to at least be mildly engaged into guessing who could be the murderer. this was such a disappointment of a book, and one that i was highly, highly anticipating because i do love these characters but the way that they were written in this one was just not right and i'm really pissed about it. ...more
Jan 20, 2018 Faye* rated it liked it
This series is a bit like those cosy murder mysteries, and listening to them on audio is just a whole lot of fun. Unfortunately, I think this instalment may be my least favourite. It wasn't bad but I felt myself getting distracted while I was listening, and it just didn't hold the same charm as books 1 and 2. I sincerely hope it was just me this time as I'm definitely planning on listening to the fourth (and final) book.
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Look at that cover, it's so pretty!! I This series is a bit like those cosy murder mysteries, and listening to them on audio is just a whole lot of fun. Unfortunately, I think this instalment may be my least favourite. It wasn't bad but I felt myself getting distracted while I was listening, and it just didn't hold the same charm as books 1 and 2. I sincerely hope it was just me this time as I'm definitely planning on listening to the fourth (and final) book.
Look at that cover, it's so pretty!! I need this book now!!!! 😍😍😍 ...more
Sep 20, 2018 Veronika rated it it was ok
Shelves: annoying-characters, boring, death, dark, did-not-care, disappointment, female-pov, frustrating-as-fuck, full-of-cliches, hea
A shit ton of books have been battling for "biggest disappointment of 2018" but I think we finally have a winner!?
Jokes aside, this was B A D. The plot was awfully boring and repetitive, the characters felt... different and less well-made than before, and I was SO! ANGRY! at them for how they acted. Audrey Rose, the girl who was finally 1000% ready for this relationship at the end of book 2 was suddenly flirting with a new guy (?) and Thomas somehow lost all his charm and personality. And don't A shit ton of books have been battling for "biggest disappointment of 2018" but I think we finally have a winner!?
Jokes aside, this was B A D. The plot was awfully boring and repetitive, the characters felt... different and less well-made than before, and I was SO! ANGRY! at them for how they acted. Audrey Rose, the girl who was finally 1000% ready for this relationship at the end of book 2 was suddenly flirting with a new guy (?) and Thomas somehow lost all his charm and personality. And don't even get me started on Liza or Audrey Rose's uncle - filler characters at their worst. As for, Mephistopheles - has their EVER been a character who was trying THIS hard to be mysterious and brooding? He is the worst example of a character feeling like, well, a character, instead of a person who could be real.
The mystery didn't exactly save the story either - whereas in the first two books my problem was that the culprit was easy to guess, my issue here was the way the killings and their aftermath was handled; it all felt rather unrealistic. Don't tell me that two young women are murdered and brutally showcased during the circus performances of the first two nights, AND no one goes "oh wow, MAYBE we should cancel these??". And I GET IT, the performers and the captain decided against it for their own gain. But the passengers? How on EARTH were they not freaking out, DEMANDING to have their meals taken to their rooms?
Also, WHY do you title a novel after Houdini and then barely have him in the novel? I expected him to have a central role - like mother-effing Mephistopheles - but all Houdini added to the plot could have been added by any character whatsoever.
Will I read the fourth book? I really don't know - this being the utter disappointment it was, I feel more or less done with these characters and the "mysteries" we've been served so far. ...more
Jun 10, 2019 Kristin Hackett (Merrily Kristin) rated it really liked it
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May 17, 2019 Mara YA Mood Reader rated it it was ok
Shelves: read-in-2019
I’m not sure why I didn’t just give up but I pulled through and it didn’t even pay off.
I think this series should’ve ended with Stalking Jack the Ripper. Hunting Prince Dracula was just okay but it’s not necessary and doesn’t really add much. It just becomes 3 long books of redundant murders and postmortems. And ends with Thomas and Audrey in the same place as they were in book one *insert shrug*
Escaping from Houdini didn’t have much to do about Houdini. And it strays far from the lovely bante I’m not sure why I didn’t just give up but I pulled through and it didn’t even pay off.
Escaping from Houdini didn’t have much to do about Houdini. And it strays far from the lovely banter and partnership between Thomas and Audrey.
Criminally so.
Thomas is done an injustice in this installment and shamefully cast aside so that a ridiculous love triangle trope can *ridiculously* mar the entire series.
It’s 2019!
How are authors not aware of how much we hate a love triangle in 2019??!!
ESPECIALLY when Love Interest Number 2 enters the scene in a span of a week and completely enraptures Main Character 1 sooooo much that they toss aside Original Love Interest like rubbish and are ready to run off into the bloody sunset with some random bloke!
This book was all about the mysterious and horny Love Interest Number 2 named Mephistopheles. I loved his character. He was brilliant. BUT I felt like he didn’t belong here in this book. A rooky mistake by a new writer perhaps. She created a great character, got too excited and inserted him into the wrong place, wrong book, wrong time??
Hmmm...or perhaps a brilliant move?? You’ve got your fan base, they’re already excited, maybe it’s the perfect way to slip in a spinoff that’ll be well received......
It was painful to see his character get wasted this way. He must be redeemed by a spin-off. I’d read that. But leave Thomas and Audrey out of it.
As for the plot *sigh* it was redundant. Constant murders, constant sleuthing, slow attempts at crime solving round and round and round again. By book 3 you’re done. The postmortem interest and curiosity and cheering for women’s rights in the Victorian era are satiated in book 1 but it just keeps going and going and the relationship or romance that’s holding it all together isn’t advancing and it all fizzles out.
All in all I appreciate what Maniscalco did with the books. I love a good historical romance/fiction/mystery, and although I had more dislikes than likes I was still entertained and I enjoyed her characters.
And if Mephistopheles gets his own series I will be there. ...more
Sep 22, 2017 ambsreads rated it it was amazing
Shelves: historical-fiction, romance, young-adult, wishlist
Trigger Warnings: gruesome murders, descriptions of death, PTSD references, anxiety
THIS REVIEW OF ESCAPING FROM HOUDINI WAS FIRST FEATURED ON MY BLOG @ AMBSREADS
If you know me, then you know I am absolutely obsessed with Kerri Maniscalco’s Stalking Jack the Ripper series. This particular series is one that I just can’t get out of my head. In between the release of each book I can’t get the characters out of my head and find myself desperately yearning for the next book each year. As soon as I co Trigger Warnings: gruesome murders, descriptions of death, PTSD references, anxiety
If you know me, then you know I am absolutely obsessed with Kerri Maniscalco’s Stalking Jack the Ripper series. This particular series is one that I just can’t get out of my head. In between the release of each book I can’t get the characters out of my head and find myself desperately yearning for the next book each year. As soon as I could get my hands on Escaping from Houdini I did. I waited patiently (not really) for this book and was absolutely devastated when I realised I was actually rostered to work the day that this book released.
It felt like a form of torture to not be able to read one of my favourite books on release day and have to spread it out over several days. It didn’t take away from my absolute enjoyment of it though. I was so absolutely enthralled with this book and just the spectacular world building that I am almost left rendered speechless. Kerri Maniscalco’s Audrey Rose and Thomas are such reflections of real life that it is incredible. I can’t speak about the era of Victorian England but, I love the atmosphere that is created.
At the end of Hunting Prince Dracula our formidable duo, their chaperone and Audrey Rose’s uncle were bordering a ship set to head to New York to solve a new crime. The pair had faced horrific circumstances of the two major crime investigations they had been a part of and are looking forward to some possible relaxing on an entertainment ship. Nothing is ever that easy so when a lady dies during a circus act on the first night Audrey Rose, Thomas and her uncle jump straight into the investigation. The trio has to solve the crime before the criminal gets off the ship in New York or else they’ll never be able to work it out. Problems arise and flirtations begin to confuse our dear lead main character. I’ll talk more about that one later though. This story follows closely with the carnival that is on board the ship. In a time where PT Barnum was creating show business and it is something spectacular throughout Escaping from Houdini.
Kerri Maniscalco knows how to use description. She weaves it so damn well that it makes you feel as if you’re aboard the ship or even Audrey Rose. It is such a unique experience and one that I rarely experience with books now. However, each of Kerri’s books has managed to take me to her unique historical settings.
Some may say there is a love triangle in this book as well or that Audrey is unfaithful towards Thomas. I don’t see it that way. Our main characters are seventeen. I was seventeen only a few years ago and in a relationship, I remember finding other people attractive but that didn’t mean I was unfaithful to my boyfriend of the time (it was super toxic but still). Audrey is clearly struggling with her feelings for the ringmaster and that is clear in the book. It is so damn clear what she feels for Thomas is on a whole other playing field. The romance and ship stay put but Audrey is allowed to explore her internal feelings of attraction without being slandered I believe. I think it was an incredibly realistic insertion by the author and give her major props for it!
Audrey is ultimately a complex character who I want to see stab someone. No, but seriously. She has so many layers and after the ending of this book, I am so excited to see where Kerri takes her character!
Thomas is so damn charming as well. I mean I absolutely adore him and I know many others do so it’s not a shock. But can we like all acknowledge that is he basically the ‘men doing the bare minimum’ meme on Twitter? He gives Audrey Rose free choice and allows her to choose between men without any of his input. He says he will always support her choices and everything he does shows that. But, like, every man should do this. It is absolutely lovely to see, don’t get me wrong! But it is straight up that Twitter meme.
I guess I should talk about the mystery element of this book considering it is a young adult mystery. I didn’t actually guess the killer in this one. Someone take my detective hat from me because it is all over for me folks. The mystery really kept me on the edge of my seat. It seemed that unlike the other murder that this one was random and that is probably the scariest part. It was so damn intriguing to see how the murders all came together and the characters reactions.
I think the only thing that bothered me slightly about Escaping from Houdini was that the PTSD representation was pulled back a little. It is still present in underlying conversations and thoughts but after everything that Audrey Rose has been through, most of it with no discussions, I don’t think it should have all but disappeared from the book.
Overall, I am so glad to say that Escaping from Houdini met all of my expectations. It quite literally blew my socks off and I feel so lucky to have had the chance to read it. It was such a spectacular story and the showcasing of the authors writing is so clear. Gosh, I could rave about these books for days. I just think everyone should give these a try, even if you aren’t particularly interested in historical fiction or mystery. Kerri Maniscalco creates the perfect harmony between the two that anyone would love. ...more
Apr 21, 2020 April (Aprilius Maximus) added it · review of another edition
Shelves: 2020, dnf
1.) Stalking Jack the Ripper ★★★.5
2.) Hunting Prince Dracula ★★★.5
3.) Escaping From Houdini DNF
DNF'd 5 hours into the audiobook.
I'm honestly just bored and am not that invested in this series anyway and i'd rather be reading other things! 1.) Stalking Jack the Ripper ★★★.5
I'm honestly just bored and am not that invested in this series anyway and i'd rather be reading other things! ...more
Oct 05, 2018 Ann (annreads) rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: own
“If you wish to go, I’ll never make you stay. I might not do and say the proper thing all the time, but I do know that I love you enough to set you free.”
Please resurrect me when the next book comes out, thank you *goes back to the coffin*
4/5 ★★★★
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About Kerri Maniscalco
I'm mostly on instagram--where I'm always ready to talk fictional crushes and nerd out over books. (Okay, okay. And I've also been known to share snippets and teasers from my upcoming novels, if you're into that sort of thing...) Please feel free to chat with me there @KerriManiscalco. I love talking with fellow readers!
Kerri Maniscalco grew up in a semi-haunted house outside NYC where her fascina I'm mostly on instagram--where I'm always ready to talk fictional crushes and nerd out over books. (Okay, okay. And I've also been known to share snippets and teasers from my upcoming novels, if you're into that sort of thing...) Please feel free to chat with me there @KerriManiscalco. I love talking with fellow readers!
Kerri Maniscalco grew up in a semi-haunted house outside NYC where her fascination with gothic settings began. In her spare time she reads everything she can get her hands on, cooks all kinds of food with her family and friends, and drinks entirely too much tea while discussing life’s finer points with her cats.
She is the #1 NYT and USA Today bestselling author of the STALKING JACK THE RIPPER quartet. The final installment, CAPTURING THE DEVIL, will be released on 9/10/19. KINGDOM OF THE WICKED, the first in a new YA fantasy series, is slated for fall 2020.
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As we are in another month of quarantine in the United States, there are several stories within communities and cities of COVID-19 experiences. Some community and life stories have been heard but most have not considering the massive outbreak of the pandemic. Announced today, Austin-based writer and filmmaker Kirk Word and actor and filmmaker Sam Dillon are conducting an open call for interviews for their not-for-profit film project “COVID Crusades.” This is your time to tell your COVID-19 story as the filmmaking duo wants to hear from business owners, community leaders, and the general public who have compelling stories to tell about the pandemic in their lives and community.
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“We have streamlined our production costs to the bare minimum, some on the team are actually volunteering their time and skills,” said Word. “If our Patreon platform can help us keep the production going and use additional funds to help some people struggling through this pandemic, then we’ll consider it a success. Some people are already feeling the effects and need help now, hopefully those who are able to do so, will support our not-for-profit project. Regardless of which situation you’re in, we need everyone to spread the word about the ‘COVID Crusades,’ and know by doing that, you will be helping others.”
At the beginning of April, Word and Dillon embarked on a cross-country road trip with a camera and an RV. To date, they have visited cities in the West Coast and Mountain Basin that have been hit hardest by the pandemic such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Las Vegas. Soon they will embark on a trip to New Orleans and up the East Coast from Orlando to New York. The team will broadcast the journey across the COVID Crusades social platforms as well as offering exclusive content for contributing patrons.
Behind-the-scenes footage will include uncut interviews with people from across the country and from all walks of life, as well as discussions with the team chronicling their hopes, challenges, and process while making this series. The duo will also be producing a podcast covering a variety of pandemic-related topics, with interviews and stories from all parts of our society including medical, scientific, government, athletic, business, homeless, clergy, psychology, and other parts of our communities affected by this pandemic.
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Vinyl LP pressing. 2013 release, the first studio album to bear the name 'Iggy & The Stooges' since Raw Power was released in 1973! Ready to Die finds Iggy Pop, guitarist James Williamson and drummer Scott "Rock Action" Asheton reunited for a full album of all-new material with Mike Watt filling in for the late Ron Asheton on bass. The results are the closest thing to a time capsule to 1973 - or at least to Iggy's subsequent efforts with Williamson, including 1977's Kill City and 1979's New Values - that rock 'n' roll is likely to proffer in this millennium. The new album's opening one-two of 'Burn' and 'Sex & Money' pair sublimely blunt and self-explanatory subject matter with back alley razor-blade guitars and a troglodytic rhythmic stomp as intensely single-minded as Iggy's lyrical statements of intent. Elsewhere on the album, anthems abound in the form of the most dead-on rallying cry for the lower-working-class dispossessed to date-the succinctly and aptly titled 'Job' - as well as a title track that mixes a signature Iggy Pop mission statement of angry desperation with guitar pyrotechnics that recall those halcyon opening salvos of 'Search & Destroy.'
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Advances in Decision Sciences
Advances in Decision Sciences / 2009 / Article
AbstractIntroductionDiscussion and ConclusionsReferencesCopyright
Intelligent Computational Methods for Financial Engineering
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Mikael Collan, Robert Fullér, József Mezei, "A Fuzzy Pay-Off Method for Real Option Valuation", Advances in Decision Sciences, vol. 2009, Article ID 238196, 14 pages, 2009. https://doi.org/10.1155/2009/238196
A Fuzzy Pay-Off Method for Real Option Valuation
Mikael Collan,1 Robert Fullér,1 and József Mezei2
1IAMSR, Åbo Akademi University, Joukahaisenkatu 3-5 A, 20520 Turku, Finland
2Turku Centre for Computer Science, Joukahaisenkatu 3-5 B, 20520 Turku, Finland
Academic Editor: Lean Yu
Received20 Nov 2008
Revised22 Feb 2009
Real option analysis offers interesting insights on the value of assets and on the profitability of investments, which has made real options a growing field of academic research and practical application. Real option valuation is, however, often found to be difficult to understand and to implement due to the quite complex mathematics involved. Recent advances in modeling and analysis methods have made real option valuation easier to understand and to implement. This paper presents a new method (fuzzy pay-off method) for real option valuation using fuzzy numbers that is based on findings from earlier real option valuation methods and from fuzzy real option valuation. The method is intuitive to understand and far less complicated than any previous real option valuation model to date. The paper also presents the use of number of different types of fuzzy numbers with the method and an application of the new method in an industry setting.
Real option valuation is based on the observation that the possibilities financial options give their holder resemble the possibilities to invest in real investments and possibilities found within real investments, that is, managerial flexibility: “an irreversible investment opportunity is much like a financial call option’’ [1]. In other words, real option valuation is treating investment opportunities and the different types of managerial flexibility as options and valuing them with option valuation models. Real options are useful both, as a mental model for strategic and operational decision-making, and as a valuation and numerical analysis tool. This paper concentrates on the use of real options in numerical analysis, and particularly on the derivation of the real option value for a given investment opportunity, or identified managerial flexibility.
Real options are commonly valued with the same methods that have been used to value financial options, that is, with Black-Scholes option pricing formula [2], with the binomial option valuation method [3], with Monte-Carlo-based methods [4], and with a number of later methods based on these. Most of the methods are complex and demand a good understanding of the underlying mathematics, issues that make their use difficult in practice. In addition these models are based on the assumption that they can quite accurately mimic the underlying markets as a process, an assumption that may hold for some quite efficiently traded financial securities, but may not hold for real investments that do not have existing markets or have markets that can by no means be said to exhibit even weak market efficiency.
Recently, a novel approach to real option valuation, called the Datar-Mathews method (DMM) was presented in [5–7], where the real option value is calculated from a pay-off distribution, derived from a probability distribution of the net present value (NPV) for a project that is generated with a (Monte-Carlo) simulation. The authors show that the results from the method converge to the results from the analytical Black-Scholes method. The method presented greatly simplifies the calculation of the real option value, making it more transparent and brings real option valuation as a method a big leap closer to practitioners. The most positive issue in the DMM is that it does not suffer from the problems associated with the assumptions connected to the market processes connected to the Black-Scholes and the binomial option valuation methods. The DMM utilizes cash-flow scenarios as an input to a Monte Carlo simulation to derive a distribution for the future investment outcomes. This distribution is then used to create a pay-off distribution for the investment. The DMM is highly compatible with the way cash-flow-based profitability analysis is commonly done in companies, because it can use the same type of inputs as NPV analysis.
All of the afore-mentioned models and methods use probability theory in their treatment of uncertainty, there are, however, other ways than probability to treat uncertainty, or imprecision in future estimates, namely, fuzzy logic and fuzzy sets. In classical set theory an element either (fully) belongs to a set or does not belong to a set at all. This type of bivalue, or true/false, logic is commonly used in financial applications (and is a basic assumption of probability theory). Bivalue logic, however, presents a problem, because financial decisions are generally made under uncertainty. Uncertainty in the financial investment context means that it is in practice impossible, exante to give absolutely correct precise estimates of, for example, future cash-flows. There may be a number of reasons for this, see, for example, [8], however, the bottom line is that our estimations about the future are imprecise.
Fuzzy sets are sets that allow (have) gradation of belonging, such as “a future cash flow at year ten is about ?? euro’’. This means that fuzzy sets can be used to formalize inaccuracy that exists in human decision making and as a representation of vague, uncertain, or imprecise knowledge, for example, future cash-flow estimation, which human reasoning is especially adaptive to. “Fuzzy set-based methodologies blur the traditional line between qualitative and quantitative analysis, since the modeling may reflect more the type of information that is available rather than researchers' preferences’’ [9], and indeed in economics “the use of fuzzy subsets theory leads to results that could not be obtained by classical methods’’ [10]. The origins of fuzzy sets date back to an article by Lotfi Zadeh [11] where he developed an algebra for what he called fuzzy sets. This algebra was created to handle imprecise elements in our decision-making processes, and is the formal body of theory that allows the treatment of practically all decisions in an uncertain environment. “Informally, a fuzzy set is a class of objects in which there is no sharp boundary between those objects that belong to the class and those that do not’’ [12].
In the following subsection we will shortly present fuzzy sets and fuzzy numbers and continue shortly on using fuzzy numbers in option valuation. We will then present a new method for valuation of real options from fuzzy numbers that is based on the previous literature on real option valuation, especially the findings presented in [5] and on fuzzy real option valuation methods, we continue by illustrating the use of the method with a selection of different types of fuzzy numbers and with a case application of the new method in an industry setting, and close with a discussion and conclusions.
1.1. Fuzzy Sets and Fuzzy Numbers
A fuzzy subset ?? of a nonempty ?? set can be defined as a set of ordered pairs, each with the first element from ??, and the second element from the interval [0,1], with exactly one-ordered pair presents for each element of ??. This defines a mapping, ????[]:???0,1,(1.1) between elements of the set ?? and values in the interval [0,1]. The value zero is used to represent complete nonmembership, the value one is used to represent complete membership, and values in between are used to represent intermediate degrees of membership. The set ?? is referred to as the universe of discourse for the fuzzy subset ??. Frequently, the mapping ???? is described as a function, the membership function of ??. The degree to which the statement ???????????? is true is determined by finding the ordered pair (??,????(??)). The degree of truth of the statement is the second element of the ordered pair. It is clear that ?? is completely determined by the set of tuples ??=????,??????(??)|?????.(1.2) It should be noted that the terms membership function and fuzzy subset get used interchangeably and frequently we will write simply ??(??) instead of ????(??). A ??-level set (or ??-cut) of a fuzzy set ?? of ?? is a nonfuzzy set denoted by [??]?? and defined by [??]??={t?X|A(t)=??},(1.3)
if ??>0 and cl(supp??) if ??=0, where cl(supp??) denotes the closure of the support of ??. A fuzzy set ?? of ?? is called convex if [??]?? is a convex subset of ?? for all ???[0,1]. A fuzzy number ?? is a fuzzy set of the real line with a normal, (fuzzy) convex, and continuous membership function of bounded support [13]. Fuzzy numbers can be considered as possibility distributions.
Definition 1.1. Let ?? be a fuzzy number. Then [??]?? is a closed convex (compact) subset of R for all ???[0,1]. Let us introduce the notations ??1[??](??)=min??,??2[??](??)=max??(1.4) In other words,??1(??) denotes the left-hand side and ??2(??) denotes the right-hand side of the ??-cut, ???[0,1].
Definition 1.2. A fuzzy set ?? is called triangular fuzzy number with peak (or center) ??, left width ??>0 and right width ??>0 if its membership function has the following form ???????(??)=1-??-????if??-??=??=??,1-??-????if??=??=a+??,0otherwise,(1.5) and we use the notation ??=(??,??,??). It can easily be verified that [??]??=[][]??-(1-??)??,??+(1-??)??,????0,1.(1.6) The support of ?? is (??-??,??+??). A triangular fuzzy number with center ?? may be seen as a fuzzy quantity “?? is approximately equal to ??’’.
Definition 1.3. The possibilistic (or fuzzy) mean value of fuzzy number ?? with [??]??=[??1(??),??2(??)] is defined in [13] by ???(??)=10??0??0200??1(??)+??2(??)2=?2??d??10???0??0200??1(??)+??2?(??)??d??.(1.7)
Definition 1.4. A fuzzy set ?? is called trapezoidal fuzzy number with tolerance interval [??,??], left width ??, and right width ?? if its membership function has the following form: ?????????(??)=1-??-????if??-??=??=??,1if??=??=??,1-??-????if??=??=??+??,0otherwise,(1.8) and we use the notation ??=(??,??,??,??).(1.9) It can easily be shown that [??]??=[??-(1-??)??,??+(1-??)??] for all ???[0,1]. The support of ?? is (??-??,??+??).
Fuzzy set theory uses fuzzy numbers to quantify subjective fuzzy observations or estimates. Such subjective observations or estimates can be, for example, estimates of future cash flows from an investment. To estimate future cash flows and discount rates “one usually employs educated guesses, based on expected values or other statistical techniques’’ [14], which is consistent with the use of fuzzy numbers. In practical applications the most used fuzzy numbers are trapezoidal and triangular fuzzy numbers. They are used because they make many operations possible and are intuitively understandable and interpretable.
When we replace nonfuzzy numbers (crisp, single) numbers that are commonly used in financial models with fuzzy numbers, we can construct models that include the inaccuracy of human perception, or ability to forecast, within the (fuzzy) numbers. This makes these models more in line with reality, as they do not simplify uncertain distribution-like observations to a single-point estimate that conveys the sensation of no-uncertainty. Replacing nonfuzzy numbers with fuzzy numbers means that the models that are built must also follow the rules of fuzzy arithmetic.
1.2. Fuzzy Numbers in Option Valuation
Fuzzy numbers (fuzzy logic) have been adopted to option valuation models in (binomial) pricing an option with a fuzzy pay-off, for example, in [15], and in Black-Scholes valuation of financial options in, for example, [16]. There are also some option valuation models that present a combination of probability theory and fuzzy sets, for example, [17]. Fuzzy numbers have also been applied to the valuation of real options in, for example, [18–20]. More recently there are a number of papers that present the application of fuzzy real option models in the industry setting, for example, [21, 22]. There are also specific fuzzy models for the analysis of the value of optionality for very large industrial real investments, for example, [23].
2. New Fuzzy Pay-Off Method for Valuation of Real Options from Fuzzy Numbers
Two recent papers [5, 6] present a practical probability theory-based Datar-Mathews method for the calculation of real option value and show that the method and results from the method are mathematically equivalent to the Black-Sholes formula [2]. The method is based on simulation-generated probability distributions for the NPV of future project outcomes. The project outcome probability distributions are used to generate a pay-off distribution, where the negative outcomes (subject to terminating the project) are truncated into one chunk that will cause a zero pay-off, and where the probability-weighted average value of the resulting pay-off distribution is the real option value. The DMM shows that the real-option value can be understood as the probability-weighted average of the pay-off distribution. We use fuzzy numbers in representing the expected future distribution of possible project costs and revenues, and hence also the profitability (NPV) outcomes. The fuzzy NPV, a fuzzy number, is the pay-off distribution from the project.
The method presented in [5] implies that the weighted average of the positive outcomes of the pay-off distribution is the real option value; in the case with fuzzy numbers the weighted average is the fuzzy mean value of the positive NPV outcomes. Derivation of the fuzzy mean value is presented in [13]. This means that calculating the ROV from a fuzzy NPV (distribution) is straightforward, it is the fuzzy mean of the possibility distribution with values below zero counted as zero, that is, the area-weighted average of the fuzzy mean of the positive values of the distribution and zero (for negative values)
Definition 2.1. We calculate the real option value from the fuzzy NPV as follows: ?ROV=800??0200????(??)d???8-8???0??0200????(??)d??×??+?,(2.1) where ?? stands for the fuzzy NPV, ??(??+) denotes the fuzzy mean value of the positive side of the NPV, and ?8-80??0200????(??)d?? computes the area below the whole fuzzy number ?? while ?800??0200????(??)d?? computes the area below the positive part of ??.
It is easy to see that when the whole fuzzy number is above zero, then ROV is the fuzzy mean of the fuzzy number, and when the whole fuzzy number is below zero, the ROV is zero.
The components of the new method are simply the observation that real option value is the probability-weighted average of the positive values of a pay-off distribution of a project, which is the fuzzy NPV of the project, and that for fuzzy numbers, the probability-weighted average of the positive values of the pay-off distribution is the weighted fuzzy mean of the positive values of the fuzzy NPV, when we use fuzzy numbers.
2.1. Calculating the ROV with the Fuzzy Pay-Off Method with a Selection of Different Types of Fuzzy Numbers
As the form of a fuzzy number may vary, the most used forms are the triangular and trapezoidal fuzzy numbers. These are very usable forms, as they are easy to understand and can be simply defined by three (triangular) and four (trapezoidal) values.
We should calculate the positive area and the fuzzy mean of the positive area of a triangular fuzzy pay-off ??=(??,??,??) in the case of ??-??<0<??. Variable ??, where 0=??=??, represents the distance of a general cut point from ??-?? at which we separate the triangular fuzzy number (distribution) into two parts—for our purposes the variable ?? gets the value ??-?? (we are interested in the positive part of ??). Let us introduce the notation ?(??|??)(t)=0if??=??-??+??,??(??)otherwise,(2.2) for the membership function of the right-hand side of a triangular fuzzy number truncated at point ??-??+??, where 0=??=??.
Then we can compute the expected value of this truncated triangular fuzzy number:??(??|??)=??1+??2=???10?0??0200????(??-??+??+??+(1-??)??)????+1??10??0200????(??-(1-??)??+??+(1-??)??)????,(2.3) where ??1=1-??-????=????,(2.4) and the integrals are computed by ??1=???10?0??0200??(2??-??+??+??)??-????2???????=(2??-??+??+??)22??2??-??33??3,??2=?1??1?0??0200??(2??+??-??)??-??2??1(??-??)????=(2??+??-??)2-??22??2??1-??(??-??)3-??33??3?,(2.5) that is, ??1+??2??=(2??-??+??+??)×22??2??-??×33??3?1+(2??+??-??)×2-??22??2??1-(??-??)×3-??33??3?=??32??2+2??-??+??2+??-??3??-??×33??3,(2.6) and we get, ????(??|??)=36??2+??+??-??6.(2.7) If ??=??-??, then ??|?? becomes ??+, the positive side of ??, and therefore, we get ?????+?=(??-??)36??2+??+??-??6.(2.8) To compute the real option value with the afore-mentioned formulas we must calculate the ratio between the positive area of the triangular fuzzy number and the total area of the same number and multiply this by ??(??+), the fuzzy mean value of the positive part of the fuzzy number ??, according to (2.1).
For computing the real option value from an NPV (pay-off) distribution of a trapezoidal form we must consider a trapezoidal fuzzy pay-off distribution ?? defined by ???????????(??)=??-??1-????if??1-??=??=??1,1if??1=??=??2,??+??-??2+????if??2=??=??2+??,0otherwise,(2.9) where the ??-level of ?? is defined by [A]??=[????+??1-??,-????+??2+??] and its expected value is caculated by ????(??)=1+??22+??-??6.(2.10) Then we have the following five cases.
Case 1. ??<??1-??. In this case we have ??(??|??)=??(??).
Case 2. ??1-??<??<??1. Then introducing the notation ????=????-??1-????,(2.11) we find [??]??=????,-????+??2?+??if??=????,?????+??1-??,-????+??2?+??if?????=??=1,(2.12)??(??|??)=????0?0??0200??????-????+??2??+??????+1?????0??0200????????+??1-??-????+??2?=??+??????1+??22+??-??6+???-??1???+??2??2??-??3??3.(2.13)
Case 3. ??1<??<??2. In this case ????=1 and [??]??=???,-????+??2?+??,(2.14) and we get ???(??|??)=10?0??0200??????-????+??2?=+????????+??22+??6.(2.15)
Case 4. ??2<??<??2+??. In this case we have ????=????-??+??2+????,[??](2.16)??=???,-????+??2?+??,(2.17) if ??<???? and we find, ???(??|??)=????0?0??0200??????-????+??2?=?+????????+??2???+??2??2??-??3??3.(2.18)
Case 5. ??2+??<??. Then it is easy to see that ??(??|??)=0.
In the following special case, we expect that the managers will have already performed the construction of three cash-flow scenarios and have assigned estimated probabilities to each scenario (adding up to 100%). We want to use all this information and hence will assign the estimated “probabilities’’ to the scenarios resulting in a fuzzy number that has a graphical presentation of the type presented in Figure 2 (not in scale):????????????(??)=3-??1?????-???3-??1???-????+??1??if??-??=??=??,3???if??=??,2-??3?????-???2-??3?????+??3?if??=??=??+??,0otherwise,??(??)=10???0??0200????1(??)+??2?=?(??)????100??0200??????1?(??)????+100??0200??????2?(??)????,100??0200??????1?(??)????=??10?0??0200????(??-??)????+??3??1?0??0200??????-??1??3-??1?=????+??-??????(??-??)212+???-??-????1??3-??1????232-??212?+????3-??1???333-??313?,?100??0200??????2?(??)????=??20?0??0200????(??+??)????+??3??2?0??0200??????-??3??2-??3?????+??????=(??+??)222+???-????3??2-??3????232-??222?+????2-??3???333-??323?,????(??)=212????1??3-??1+??222???+????3??2-??3?+??232?2??-??-????1??3-??1-????3??2-??3?-??313????3-??1-??323????2-??3+??333?????3-??1+????2-??3?;(2.19)(1)??<??-??:??(??|??)=??(??), (2)??-??<??<??: ????=(??3-??1)????-(??3-??1)??-????+??1,????(??|??)=2??2???-??+??+????1??3-??1?+??222???+????3??2-??3?+??232?2??-??-????1??3-??1-????3??2-??3?-??3??3????3-??1-??323????2-??3+??333?????3-??1+????2-??3?,(2.20)(3)??<??<??+??:????=(??2-??3)????-(??2-??3)????+??3,????(??|??)=2??2?????+??-??2-??3?+??222???+????3??2-??3?+??3??3????3??2-??3-??323????2-??3,(2.21)(4)??+??<??:??(??|??)=0.
A triangular fuzzy number 𝐴 , defined by three points { 𝑎 , 𝛼 , 𝛽 } describing the NPV of a prospective project; (percentages 20% and 80% are for illustration purposes only).
Calculation of the fuzzy mean for the positive part of a fuzzy pay-off distribution of the form of special case.
In the same way as was discussed earlier in connection to the triangular NPV, to compute the real option value with the afore-mentioned formulas we must calculate the ratio between the positive area of the fuzzy number (NPV) and the total area of the same number according to the formula (2.1).
3. A Simple Case: Using the New Method in Analyzing a Business Case
The problem at hand is to evaluate the value of uncertain cash-flows from a business case. The input information available is in the form of three future cash-flow scenarios, good (optimistic), most likely, and bad (pessimistic). The same business case with the same numbers has been earlier presented in [7] and is presented here to allow superficial comparison with the Datar-Mathews method—we are using the same numbers with the fuzzy pay-off method.
The scenario values are given by managers as nonfuzzy numbers, they can, in general, have used any type of analysis tools, or models to reach these scenarios. For more accurate information on the generation of the numbers in this case, see [7] for reference. From the cost and benefit scenarios three scenarios for the NPV are combined (PV benefits - PV investment costs), where the cost cash-flows (CF) are discounted at the risk-free rate and the benefit CF discount rate is selected according to the risk (risk adjusted discount rate). The NPV is calculated for each of the three scenarios separately, see Figures 3 and 4. The resulting fuzzy NPV is the fuzzy pay-off distribution for the investment. To reach a similar probability distribution [7] use Monte Carlo simulation. They point out that a triangular distribution can also be used. The real option value for the investment can be calculated from the resulting fuzzy NPV, which is the pay-off distribution for the project, according to the formula presented in (2.1). We use the formula described in Section 2.1. to calculate the real option value for this business case. We reach the value ROV?=?13.56. The work in [7] shows that the value with the same inputs is 8. The difference is caused by the difference in the distributions generated from the inputs.
Detailed calculations used in the case.
Three NPV scenarios for the duration of the synergies that are used to generate (triangular) fuzzy NPV.
It is usual that managers are asked to give cash-flow information in the form of scenarios (usually three) and they often have a preselected set of methods for building the scenarios. Usually the scenarios are constructed by trusting past experience and based on looking at, for example, the variables that most contribute to cash-flows and the future market outlook; similar approaches are also reported in [7].
With the fuzzy pay-off method, the scenario approach can be fully omitted and the future cash-flow forecasting can be done fully with fuzzy numbers. The end result will be a fuzzy NPV that is the pay-off distribution for the project. This is the same result that we get if we use scenarios, however, it does not require us to simplify the future to three alternative scenarios.
The detailed calculation used in the case includes present value calculation for the three scenarios of investment cost and revenue cash-flows and then integrates these to form the fuzzy net present value (FNPV). The value of the R&D is directly included in the cost cash-flow table and the resulting ROV is what the work in [7] calls total project value. This is a minor issue, as the [7] project option value is the total project value + the RD Cost.
There is a reason to expect that the simplicity of the presented method is an advantage over more complex methods. Using triangular and trapezoidal fuzzy numbers makes very easy implementations possible with the most commonly used spreadsheet software; this opens avenues for real option valuation to find its way to more practitioners. The method is flexible as it can be used when the fuzzy NPV is generated from scenarios or as fuzzy numbers from the beginning of the analysis. Fuzzy NPV is a distribution of the possible values that can take place for NPV; this means that it is by definition perceived as impossible at the time of the assessment that values outside of the number can happen. This is in line with the situation that real option value is zero when all the values of the fuzzy NPV are lower than zero. If we compare this to the presented case, we can see that in practice it is often that managers are not interested to use the full distribution of possible outcomes, but rather want to limit their assessment to the most possible alternatives (and leaving out the tails of the distribution). We think that the tails should be included in the real option analysis, because even remote possibilities should be taken into consideration.
The method brings forth an issue that has not gotten very much attention in academia, the dynamic nature of the assessment of investment profitability, that is, the assessment changes when information changes. As cash flows taking place in the future come closer, information changes, and uncertainty is reduced this should be reflected in the fuzzy NPV, the more there is uncertainty the wider the distribution should be, and when uncertainty is reduced, the width of the distribution should decrease. Only under full certainty should the distribution be represented by a single number, as the method uses fuzzy NPV there is a possibility to have the size of the distribution decrease with a lesser degree of uncertainty, this is an advantage vis-à-vis probability-based methods.
The common decision rules for ROV analysis are applicable with the ROV derived with the presented method. We suggest that the single number NPV needed for comparison purposes is derived from the (same) fuzzy NPV by calculating the fuzzy mean value. This means that in cases when all the values of the fuzzy NPV are greater than zero, the single number NPV equals ROV, which indicates immediate investment.
We feel that the presented new method opens possibilities for making simpler generic and modular real option valuation tools that will help construct real options analyses for systems of real options that are present in many types of investments.
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International Journal of Rheumatology / 2009 / Article
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Judith Sautner, Ingrid Andel, Bernhard Rintelen, Burkhard F. Leeb, "A Comparison of the Modified Score for the Assessment of Chronic Rheumatoid Affections of the Hands and the Australian/Canadian Osteoarthritis Hand Index in Hand Osteoarthritis Patients", International Journal of Rheumatology, vol. 2009, Article ID 249096, 7 pages, 2009. https://doi.org/10.1155/2009/249096
A Comparison of the Modified Score for the Assessment of Chronic Rheumatoid Affections of the Hands and the Australian/Canadian Osteoarthritis Hand Index in Hand Osteoarthritis Patients
Judith Sautner,1,2 Ingrid Andel,1,2 Bernhard Rintelen ,1,2 and Burkhard F. Leeb1,2
1Lower Austrian Centre for Rheumatology, 2nd Department of Medicine, State Hospital Weinviertel Stockerau, 2000 Stockerau, Austria
2Karl Landsteiner Institute for Clinical Rheumatology, 2000 Stockerau, Austria
Academic Editor: Kenneth C. Kalunian
Received30 Jul 2008
Revised12 Dec 2008
Accepted12 Jan 2009
Objectives. To compare the modified score for the assessment and quantification of chronic rheumatoid affections of the hands (M-SACRAH) with the Australian/Canadian osteoarthritis hand index (AUSCAN) in hand osteoarthritis (HOA). Both are self-administered patient questionnaires, being designed to assess functional status, stiffness, and pain in affected patients, despite some differences in format, compass and arrangement of questions. Methods. 66 HOA patients (51 females), attending the outpatient clinic, were included. Patients completed the AUSCAN (15 visual analogue scales) (VAS) and the M-SACRAH (12 VAS). Results. AUSCAN-pain amounted to a mean of 41.9 (±2.9 SEM), AUSCAN-stiffness to 53.1 (3.7) and AUSCAN function to 42.6 (3.2). M-SACRAH-function amounted to 25.4 (2.4), M-SACRAH-stiffness to 42.6 (3.0), and M-SACRAH-pain to 43.7 (3.1). The total mean M-SACRAH was 37.2 (2.4) (all ). The three respective domains of the two scores correlated significantly: pain: , stiffness: , and function: (all ). The four identical items in both scores also correlated significantly. No significant gender specific differences were observed. Conclusion. Despite a different scope of items, a significant high correlation of these two scores evaluating HOA patients could be demonstrated. We conclude that both scores are equivalently valuable for the assessment of health status in these patients.
Hand osteoarthritis (HOA) is a highly prevalent condition, which can result in considerable disability. [1] In comparison with the diagnostic and therapeutic efforts concerning knee or hip OA, HOA was neglected for quite some time—either due to its unspectacularity or due to a number of difficulties in its diagnosis and classification. Driven by European Standing Committee for International Clinical Studies including Therapeutics (ESCISIT), separate evidence-based recommendations for hip and knee OA were developed between 2000 and 2005. In September 2005, the members of the EULAR OA task force met for the first time to start developing recommendations primarily for the management and afterwards for the diagnosis of HOA—thus emphasizing the importance of this clinical topic [2, 3].
Already in 1999, the Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) agreed upon core outcomes for clinical trials in hand osteoarthritis (HOA) and these efforts have been renewed at the OARSI OA meeting in Boston in December 2005 [4, 5]. These respective core outcomes include pain, functional index, patient's global assessment (PGA), structure, number of painful or tender joints, grip strength, and pinch strength. There was further agreement that patients' self-reported difficulty with daily activities should be assessed with a valid and reliable measure [4].
Some efforts to develop scoring systems for rheumatoid affections of the little finger joints have been made in the past. Two of them, the algofunctional index functional index for hand osteoarthritis (FIHOA) by Dreiser and the rheumatoid hand functional disability scale by Duruoz only assess the functional handicap of patients [6, 7]. These two scores, furthermore, are administered by interviewers which might result in bias due to interaction between the patient and the interviewer [8].
We attempted to create a self-administered instrument which did not only include a functional index but also incorporated pain and stiffness and therefore designed the score for the assessment and quantification of chronic rheumatic affections of the hands, the SACRAH, in 1999 [9].
Bellamy et al. created a comparable score, following the well-established pattern of the WOMAC and exclusively dealing with HOA, the AUSCAN [8, 10, 11]. In this context, it seems questionable, whether an instrument is capable of targeting HOA exclusively.
As both AUSCAN and M-SACRAH meet the requirements of the OARSI hand osteoarthritis core outcomes, yet have been designed by different approaches, we compared both scores in one HOA patient group to verify possible differences or similarities in the assessment of the status and outcomes of these patients. Special emphasis of our investigation was put on possible differences between the two scores concerning their results in different genders. A further goal was to investigate possible differences in the responsiveness of the two scores to therapeutic interventions.
2. Material and Methods
Between August 2003 and April 2005, the four authors were assessing patients at the outpatient clinic of our department. Having been diagnosed with HOA according to the ACR criteria by one of the four, patients were included consecutively into the study [12]. Thus, sixty six outpatients completed both questionnaires.
2.1. Questionnaires under Comparison
2.1.1. SACRAH/M-SACRAH
In brief, the SACRAH encompasses 23 VAS (100 mm) covering the three categories functional impairment (18 items), stiffness (2 items), and pain (4 items). This score has been validated in 69 HOA and 103 RA patients [13].
In 2004, we presented a modified and shortened version of the SACRAH, the M-SACRAH to simplify the questionnaire's use for the patient [14].
The M-SACRAH—as well as its predecessor, the SACRAH—has been established and validated in German and also consists of 3 domains including 12 items, namely, 8 targeting function, 2 targeting stiffness, and 2 targeting pain. It has, meanwhile, been translated to English according to standardized procedures. Meanwhile, the questionnaire has been translated to English and Serbocroatian according to standardized procedures and has been validated in a Serbian patient group [15]. Data of the principal component analysis are given in Table 6.
2.1.2. AUSCAN-Questionnaire
The AUSCAN has been established in English, exclusively dealing with HOA patients and finally published in 2002. It exists in a Likert version, a numerical rating scale (NRS), and in a VAS format [8, 10, 11]. It comprises 15 items covering pain ( ), stiffness ( ), and function ( ). The distribution of questions among the three categories, however, is to some extent different from the M-SACRAH.
For the purpose of this study, the VAS-version was used, as the M-SACRAH also encompasses VAS-scales. As the AUSCAN questionnaire is not in the public domain and thus not unrestrictedly available, the candidate items from the publication were used to generate a German version for this specific study. This was done by two professional English-German translaters, one translating the questionnnaire from English into German, the other one translating it back into English. Since the English translation from the German version matched the original AUSCAN questionnaire, the German version was considered primarily valid for the use in this study. The detailed items of the questionnaire are shown in Table 1. Construct validity of this German version was assessed carrying out principal component analysis (Table 7).
Domain question mean (SEM)
Pain at rest 35.8 (3.4)
Pain at gripping 45.7 (3.8)
Pain at lifting 46.3 (3.6)
Pain at turning 45.2 (3.8)
Pain at squeezing 36.7 (3.6)
Morning stiffness 53.2 (3.7)
Physical function
Turning taps/faucets on 30.1 (3.3)
Turning doorknob/handle 24.8 (3.1)
Doing up buttons 35.0 (3.7)
Fastening jewellery 47.4 (4.2)
Opening a new jar 57.0 (4.1)
Carrying full put one hand 47.8 (4.1)
Peeling vegetables/fruit 37.4 (3.7)
Picking up large heavy objects 47.8 (4.1)
Wringing out washcloths 53.9 (4.1)
Items and results of the AUSCAN. (Identical questions in both questionnaires are given in italics.)
Locking/unlocking of a door 21.9 (2.6)
Buttoning and unbuttoning shirt/blouse 31.1 (3.2)
Turning the water tap 28.1 (3.1)
Fastening or unfastening a zip 24.1 (3.0)
Tying shoelaces 28.4 (3.3)
Unscrewing cap of a tube of toothpaste 26.7 (2.9)
Turning the pages of a newspaper 18.9 (2.3)
Writing 24.0 (2.8)
Stiffness later in the day following inactivity 31.3 (3.1)
Pain during intensive work 47.7 (3.6)
Pain at times of inactivity 39.6 (3.5)
Items and results of the M-SACRAH. (Identical questions in both questionnaires are given in italics.)
The main difference between the two questionnaires relates to the importance of stiffness and pain. While the AUSCAN distinguishes between pain on several activities, the M-SACRAH asks for pain at work in general and for pain at rest. Regarding stiffness only morning stiffness is covered by the AUSCAN. The M-SACRAH, however, also asks for starting stiffness during the day.
2.1.3. Completion of the Questionnaires and Further Assessments
After initial instruction by a nurse or a resident, as to how the questionnaires should be tackled, the participants completed both forms without further assistance in random order, one right after arrival and the other one just before the assessment by the physician, resulting in a mean time lag of half an hour. All questionnaires were completed during outpatient department hours between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Patients thereafter underwent a clinical examination with an assessment of their complete joint status, also including patient's global assessment (PGA)and physician's global assessment (PhGA) (100 mm VAS).
PGA was assessed by the treating physician, using the phrase “Please indicate how severe you are compromised by your hand osteoarthritis during the last 48 hours!”
2.2. Statistical Methods
Statistical evaluation was carried out using SPSS 11.0 for Windows. As all the relevant parameters proved to be normally distributed according to Kolmogorov-Smirnoff accomodation, parametric tests were applied. Results are presented as mean (±standard error of the mean = SEM) for continuous variables. Correlations of continuous variables were performed using Pearson's correlation. Groups were compared using the Student's t-test. P-values <.05 were considered statistically significant.
In order to evalutate dimensionality and factorial structure of both scores, and to reveal whether scale items eventually cross-load on more than one factor, exploratory factor analysis by principial component analysis (PCA) was performed (Tables 5 and 6).
Factor analysis, including variations such as PCA, is a statistical approach which is applied to analyze interrelationships among a large number of variables and to explain these variables with respect to their common underlying dimensions (factors). The objective is the attempt to condense information contained in a number of original variables into a smaller set of variates (factors) with a minimum loss of information [16]. Moreover, reliability as a measure of the extent to which a variable or a set of variables is consistent in what it is intended to measure was assessed by calculating Cronbach's alpha. The closer the value comes to one, the stronger the connection between the different variables is assumed. Values greater than 0.7 are generally regarded as markers of high reliability.
Of the enrolled 66 patients, 51 (77%) were female, 15 (23%) male, their mean age was 58.3 (45–83) years, with a mean disease duration of 40 (3–365) months. For the radiological assessment, the Kellgren Lawrence classification was applied. Four patients (6%) were Kellgren Lawrence stadium I, 16 (24%) in stadium II, 31 (47%) stadium III, and the remaining 15 patients (23%) in stadium IV. Patients with isolated thumb base osteoarthritis were not included into the study. Considering gender distribution, disease duration, and radiological status, the patient group can be regarded representative for the overall HOA patients being treated at our clinic. All patients were current users of either paracetamol or NSAIDs. In eleven NSAID-treated patients, the currently used drug was changed because of inefficacy at the time of their first assessment and subjects were reassessed after a mean of 39 (±4 SEM) days. All patients were Caucasian and their mother tongue was German. All of them gave written informed consent to be enrolled into the study according to the declaration of Helsinki. The design of the study has been approved by the local ethics committee.
The majority of sixty two patients (94%) properly completed both questionnaires without missing data. Four of the fifteen male patients (27%) completed M-SACRAH without any problems but had incomplete AUSCAN questionnaires (e.g., they did not fill in all physical function questions asserting never to perform these activities, i.e., closing bracelets) and were therefore excluded from further analysis.
AUSCAN pain amounted to 41.9 (±2.9 SEM), AUSCAN stiffness to 53.1 (3.7), and AUSCAN function to 42.6 (3.2). M-SACRAH-function amounted to a mean of 25.4 (2.4), M-SACRAH-stiffness to 42.6 (3.0), and M-SACRAH-pain to 43.7 (3.1). The mean total M-SACRAH was 37.2 (2.4).
The single domains of the two scores correlated significantly pain: r = 0.73 ( ), stiffness r = 0.75 ( ), and function r = 0.76 (P < 0.0001).
The four items which are identical in both scores also correlated significantly: ( ) for “pain at rest,” ( ) for “morning stiffness,” ( ) for “turning taps,” and ( ) for “doing up buttons.”
Gender-specific results for the AUSCAN and M-SACRAH did not differ significantly. However, it seems noteworthy that for all domains except the AUSCAN function a trend to higher values was seen in male patients, see Table 3.
Female patients Male patients P-values
AUSCAN pain 41.1 (3.3) 45.9 (6.4) .54
MSACRAH pain 43.3 (3.5) 45.6 (5.4) .77
AUSCAN stiffness 52.8 (4.1) 54.4 (8.6) .87
MSACRAH stiffness 42.4 (3.4) 43.2 (6.6) .92
AUSCAN function 43.2 (3.6) 39.4 (6.9) .65
MSACRAH function 24.2 (2.5) 30.9 (6.6) .28
Gender differences of the single domains.
Changes of both scores following a therapeutic change, for example, from an ineffective NSAID to another one, were not statistically significantly different, however, the respective changes of the mean values were well comparable for both items, see Table 4.
Pre-NSAID change Post-NSAID change P-values
AUSCAN function 42.2 (10.2) 44.9 (7.4) .84
MSACRAH function 27.2 (6.9) 1.3 (5.7) .52
Mean difference (SEM = standard error of the mean) of domain scores before and after NSAID change due to inefficacy.
PGA PhGA
AUSCAN pain r = 0.59 ( ) r = 0.56 ( )
M-SACRAH pain r = 0.56 ( ) r = 0.50 (P < .0002)
AUSCAN stiffness r = 0.49 (P < .0003) r = 0.37 (P < .0059)
M-SACRAH stiffness r = 0.53 ( ) r = 0.45 (P < .0007)
AUSCAN function r = 0.55 ( ) r = 0.40 (P < .0025)
M-SACRAH function r = 0.55 ( ) r = 0.46 (P < .0005)
M-SACRAH total r = 0.65 ( ) r = 0.54 ( )
Correlations of single domains and total M-SACRAH with PGA/PhGA.
Question Component 1 Component 2 Component 3
M-SACRAH 1 0.53 0.003 0.949
M-SACRAH 2 0.602 0.511 0.41
M-SACRAH 3 0.687 0.328 0.237
M-SACRAH 7 0.845 −0.048 −0.022
M-SACRAH 10 0.201 0.790 −0.061
M-SACRAH 11 0.496 0.587 0.134
M-SACRAH 12 −0.20 0.888 0.044
Extraction method: principal component analysis.Rotation method: varimax with Kaiser normalization.The backgroud indicates questions loading on the same factor.
Principal component analysis of the M-SACRAH items. Rotated component matrix (item loading).
AUSCAN 1 −0.35 −0.006 −0.776
AUSCAN 2 0.169 0.902 0.159
AUSCAN 4 0.580 0.598 −0.099
AUSCAN 10 0.740 0.462 0.329
AUSCAN 13 0.815 0.327 −0.039
Extraction Method: principal component analysis.Rotation Method: varimax with Kaiser normalization.The background indicates questions loading on the same factor.
Principal component analysis of the AUSCAN items. Rotated component matrix (item loading).
Mean PGA amounted to 39 (±3 SEM), mean PhGA to 23 (2). Correlations between PGA and the single domains of the AUSCAN and M-SACRAH as well as the total M-SACRAH reached statistical significance. The same, PhGA and the single domains of either instrument correlated significantly. The best correlation, however, could be demonstrated for the total M-SACRAH and PGA (r = 0.65; ), see Table 5.
Reliability testing of both scores was carried out by Cronbach's alpha, which amounted to 0.916 for the total M-SACRAH and to 0.952 for the total AUSCAN, indicating high internal consistency.
The complete results of exploratory factor analysis for the M-SACRAH items and AUSCAN items are given in Tables 6 and 7. This statistical procedure revealed both aggregate scores to be three dimensional, while the respective single-domain scores were found to be strictly one dimensional, see also the backgrounds within the respective tables.
M-SACRAH and AUSCAN, two self-administered patient centered questionnaires, were compared in a group of HOA patients. We were able to show an equal ability of either instrument to describe physical function, pain, and stiffness in this specific patient group.
To facilitate an objective follow-up of patients suffering from HOA, the application of appropriate aggregate scores to describe the patient's status has been considered desirable aside the assessment of pain and functioning [5, 17].
The M-SACRAH was developed from its more complex predecessor, the SACRAH, which was constructed using a Delphi approach including rheumatologists and occupational therapists [13, 14]. The modified score reduced item set was reached by excluding all items of the SACRAH, which correlated with a coefficient of equal or more than 0.7. The AUSCAN in contrast was developed by first collecting a large number of items through interviews with 50 HOA patients. This item pool was rationalized according to prevalence, frequency, and importance to the patient. Subsequently, 15 “candidate” items were selected for the questionnaire. A second group of 24 “reserve” items was kept for addressing a methodological issue relating early versus late item reduction in index construction, which has not been published yet [8, 11].
As the AUSCAN is not unrestrictedly available, even for scientific purposes, a linguistic validation procedure of these items had to be performed. However, if a questionnaire is translated into another language, a linguistic validation is necessary but not sufficient unless the psychometric characteristics have been verified. Thus, the following psychometric evaluation can also be regarded as a proof of this instrument validity [18].
Both scores encompass a comparable number of questions but put a different emphasis on the investigated domains function, stiffness, and pain due to their development process. We, therefore, decided to investigate as to whether these differences would take effect on the results of the scores.
The absolute values indeed significantly differed with respect to the function and stiffness domains. The differences in the function domain can be seen due to the different scope of questions addressing functions requiring physical force like holding a pan or wringing out washcloths that are highlyer represented within the AUSCAN questionnaire. Regarding stiffness, the results of the M-SACRAH were lower than those of the AUSCAN obviously due to the presence of a second item “stiffness later in the day following inactivity” which yields significantly lower results than the item “morning stiffness” shared by both scores. Absolute values for pain in contrast to the two other domains did not differ as the items “pain at gripping,” “at lifting” and “at turning” of the AUSCAN obviously relate to “pain during hard work” of the M-SACRAH.
Despite these differences regarding absolute values, however, an expected consistently high correlation between the three domains of both instruments could be found indicating that both scores describe the investigated cohort equally well.
Internal consistency, as assessed by Cronbach's alpha, was found excellent for both the AUSCAN as well as the M-SACRAH, which indeed is caused by the high number of items. As alpha can also be regarded as a measure of redundancy, the small differences between both scores are based on the greater number of items included into the AUSCAN, as commonly reliability coefficients of compositive indices increase by an increasing number of single components [16].
The consistently high correlation between the single items of both instruments can be regarded a strong marker for convergent validity.
Discriminant validity has been tested in the SACRAH, healthy controls serving as comparative group [13]. Addressing this topic, recent data have revealed significant differences of the SACRAH as well as the M-SACRAH in HOA and RA patients [15]. Detailed data on validity and factor structure of the AUSCAN have been published in 2006 [19, 20].
Despite no significant difference between female and male patients' results, a predominance of items addressing household activities in the AUSCAN was obvious. Concordingly, we observed a considerable number of male patients (27%) who did not complete one or more questions of the function domain of the AUSCAN, some of them adding a written commentary that they would never perform such work. Although the investigated number of male patients is small, a considerable part of those considered the scope of the AUSCAN's items as not fully suitable describing their difficulties in daily life. Thus, a detailed investigation of this subject seems to be appropriate as, in addition, male patients tended to score higher in the AUSCAN as well as in the M-SACRAH. Following a change of NSAID due to inefficacy, neither the AUSCAN nor the M-SACRAH showed significant changes, obviously due to the small number of patients. Nevertheless, changes in the three domains of the two instruments were of the same magnitude and toward the same direction. The responsiveness to therapy has been shown for the AUSCAN and the SACRAH in previous publications [5, 13].
The correlations of both scores with PGA underline either ability to express the patient's present situation. Among those, the strongest correlation could be found for PGA and the total M-SACRAH, which can be regarded an advantage of this “total” aggregate score. PhGA did not correlate that strongly with both instruments. This can be seen in line with our findings about the different view of physicians and patients concerning their present disease activity as well as the respective changes in RA patients [21].
An important aspect of this study was to test the construct validity of both scores, which was done by principal component analysis. Both scores, when analyzed as an aggregate, appeared to be tridimensional instruments, reflecting the three domains covered by the scores. Although no composite AUSCAN value was proposed, it would be statistically justified to give [8]. As it is the case for the M-SACRAH, an aggregate result of the AUSCAN is supposed to measure the severity of the underlying disease [14].
As expected, this statistical approach revealed a considerable number of redundant questions. Thus, it would be possible to reduce the number of items of both scores significantly according to these results. A possible future perspective would be the validation of a short form (SF-) SACRAH or AUSCAN in order to facilitate the application of these instruments in daily routine [22].
Recent studies on the measurement of functioning in HOA patients have compared several questionnaires (HAQ, AUSCAN, Cochin scale, FIHOA, SACRAH, and AIMS2-SF) based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) [23]. Among those, SACRAH and AUSCAN showed the lowest diversity ratio, in contrast, AIMS2-SF the highest. The authors conclude that clinicians, when selecting an instrument for comprehensive measurement of functioning, are advised to include both one instrument with a low diversity ratio (for disease specific aspects) and another instrument with a high diversity ratio (for broader aspects of functioning including some aspects of participation).
Hand osteoarthritis and its specific assessment and treatment have received less attention than hip and knee OA in the past. Recent efforts to this entity mirror an increasing scientific interest in HOA, ending up with the creation and application of patient-centered outcome measures [2, 3].
Future research on HOA is expected to focus on good longitudinal studies and improved interventions.
In summary, apart from the observed differences in absolute values, both instruments can be regarded equally well able to describe physical function, pain, and stiffness of patients suffering from HOA. They may, therefore, both be considered equally suitable as core items in the evaluation of these patients.
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Repealing or abrogating key Jammu and Kashmir-specific provisions in India’s Constitution could provoke protests. (Photo by TAUSEEF MUSTAFA / AFP)
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By Prasun Sonwalkar | London
Article 370 grants autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir, while Article 35A allows the state legislature to define ‘permanent resident’ of the state, which is key to exercising various citizen rights.
India should quickly embark on the path to create a level playing field between defence public sector units and private companies(ANI)
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China’s success flows from its massive investment in research and development (R&D) — well over 2% of GDP now. Of late, it has also embraced private companies’ role in defence production
Image for representation.(AFP file photo)
‘A Pak-free Taliban better for Afghan peace process’
India does not consider the Taliban as the ‘dominant force’ in the Afghan peace process, but if the group were to represent Afghan voices, it would need to leave safe havens in Pakistan and cut-off covert support from Islamabad, a former Indian envoy to Kabul has said.
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This will be the first time Rahul Gandhi, as Congress president, will speak in public before audiences in London on key issues in India’s contemporary politics and economy. He has been a frequent visitor to Britain, but has so far not held public events.
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Jacksonville in Jackson County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Britt Sequoia
By ddtfamily - Waymarking.com, December 26, 2013
1. Britt Sequoia Marker
Britt Sequoia. . Sequoiadendron giganteum. On March 22, 1862, the day of his son Emil's birth, Peter Britt planted this giant sequoia by his home. Britt was a pioneer photographer, skilled horticulturist, and leader in Southern Oregon's lucrative fruit industry. From its vantage point, this majestic tree has witnessed the unfolding of Jacksonville's rich history -- the gold rush prosperity of the mid 1800s, the decline at the turn of the century and the current restoration and revitalization. Approx. height: 205′ Planted in: 1862 Circumference: 18′ Oregon Heritage Tree. . This historical marker was erected in 1998 by Oregon Travel Experience. It is in Jacksonville in Jackson County Oregon
Sequoiadendron giganteum
On March 22, 1862, the day of his son Emil's birth, Peter Britt planted this giant sequoia by his home. Britt was a pioneer photographer, skilled horticulturist, and leader in Southern Oregon's lucrative fruit industry. From its vantage point, this majestic tree has witnessed the unfolding of Jacksonville's rich history -- the gold rush prosperity of the mid 1800s, the decline at the turn of the century and the current restoration and revitalization.
Approx. height: 205′
Planted in: 1862
Circumference: 18′
Oregon Heritage Tree
Erected 1998 by Oregon Travel Experience.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Horticulture & Forestry. In addition, it is included in the Historic Trees 🌲 series list.
Location. 42° 18.9′ N, 122° 58.297′ W. Marker is in Jacksonville, Oregon, in Jackson County. Marker can be reached from East California Street (Oregon Route 238
By Douglass Halvorsen, March 10, 2013
). Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jacksonville OR 97530, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Peter Britt: A Passion for His Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Peter Britt: Man of Culture and Commerce (within shouting distance of this marker); The Britt House: Simple Frame to Cottage Gothic (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Undermining the Great Depression (about 500 feet away); History Right Here - Going for the Gold (about 600 feet away); History Right Here - Furniture Fabrication (about 600 feet away); World War II Three Trees Memorial (about 600 feet away); Jacksonville’s Rogue River Valley Railway 1891-1925 (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jacksonville.
More about this marker. Marker and tree are located along a dirt trail within the historic Britt Gardens
Also see . . . Oregon Travel Experience - Britt Sequoia. (Submitted on January 13, 2018, by Douglass Halvorsen of Klamath Falls, Oregon.)
Sequoia Gigantica
Planted by Peter Britt
the day his son
Emil was born
4. Britt Sequoia
Credits. This page was last revised on January 16, 2018. It was originally submitted on January 13, 2018, by Douglass Halvorsen of Klamath Falls, Oregon. This page has been viewed 83 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on January 13, 2018, by Douglass Halvorsen of Klamath Falls, Oregon. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
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Former mayor Boyett tabbed to lead Cleveland again
Marcus Gutierrez April 22, 2020
New Cleveland Mayor Richard Boyett was sworn in at the monthly city council meeting at the Cleveland City Hall.
Photo: Contributed photo
Richard Boyett was sworn in as the next Cleveland Mayor during a virtual Cleveland City Council meeting on Tuesday night.
Boyett takes over for Mayor Pro-Team Carolyn McWaters, who served in the position since March 6, when former Mayor Otis Cohn passed away after dealing with a long illness.
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Boyett will serve through at least the rest of Cohn’s term, which lasts until May 2021. Boyett has served three consecutive terms as a Cleveland City Council Member after concluding two terms as mayor in 2003.
After Boyett was sworn in by Cleveland secretary Angela Smith, he adjourned the meeting.
“The city is going to have a lot of problems with the coronavirus,” Boyett said as he was closing the monthly meeting. “I have been through some lean times here.”
The novel coronavirus pandemic has created some budget challenges for the city of Cleveland, but despite shortfalls in sales tax revenue, fees from Stancil Park and the Cleveland Civic Center, and fines through the municipal court system, the city is on solid financial footing, said Bobby Pennington, who is the finance director and assistant city manager.
However, with decreasing revenue, the city will delay construction projects, like the new children’s splash pad and upgrades to the fire station. Pennington said a $900,000 dip in sales tax would be the worst-case scenario for Cleveland.
Pennington also reminded the council the best case scenario could put the losses closer to $361,000.
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Marcus Gutierrez is a sports/news writer for the Observer Newspapers and The News Advocate, which he has worked since Sept. 2018. Before joining the Houston Chronicle Marcus worked at the Texarkana Gazette in East Texas and at the Victoria Advocate as a sports writer.
He graduated from the University of Houston and received his B.A. in Journalism. Marcus was a part of the Victoria Advocate's coverage of Hurricane Harvey that received numerous awards. He was born and raised in Southwest Houston and is glad to be working in his hometown paper.
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Game of Throne season 6: Barack Obama gets early access to all the episodes
The makers did not even release the episode for reviewing purpose this time in order to avoid leakage.
By Gungeet Kaur
April 19, 2016 00:02 +08
US President Barack Obama has been lucky enough to get the first glimpse of Game of Thrones season 6. While the series will hold its world premiere on 24 April, the creator of the show revealed that Obama has already accessed season 6.
In an interview with Veronica Belmont, producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss stated that it was a proud moment for them when Obama showed his desire for the advance copies of the forthcoming show.
"I think for both of us -- finding out the President wanted advance copies of the episodes -- that was an 'Aha!' moment," Weiss said.
Benioff added: "When the commander in chief says, 'I want to see advanced episodes' -- what are ya gonna do?"
The producers affirmed that they had sent copies to Obama early just for the fact that "he's the leader of the free world."
Meanwhile, the creators also stated that they have not released advance episodes for reviewing purpose this time. Last year, almost four episodes of GOT 5 were leaked online before the show premiered.
Watch Game of Thrones season 6 premiere on HBO (StarHub TV Channel 601) from 25 April at 9am SGT.
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Federal Triangle: Petroleum-A Renewable Resource?
Barry Ashby
It seems many geologists are being petty, arguing over facts that have yet to yield answers about crude oil. The mid July 04 Hedberg Conference by American Association of Petroleum Geologists again discussed biogenic versus abiotic origins of hydrocarbons, an interesting and very significant industrial issue. At current rates of world consumption (over 26 billion barrels a year) and with 80% coming from fields discovered before 1973, end of supply is always a concern because proven reserves are only 1,213 billion barrels, 75% of which is in 370 fields worldwide. It is projected that production rates will peak in 2037 unless new reserves are found and sharply decline thereafter.
Then along comes Dr. Thomas Gold, professor emeritus at Cornell and an astronomer no less, who says not to worry. Petroleum is a renewable resource made deep in the earth by inorganic processes (abiotic - an idea first proposed by Russian scientist Mikhail Lomonosov in 1757 who called it "rock oil") and does not come from piles of dead dinosaurs and fermenting leaves (biogenic). The conventional wisdom of petroleum geologists has been offended and most of them are steamed.
Crude oil is a primordial soup but not of biologic origin, says Dr. Gold, forming under great heat and pressure in the deep biosphere and hydrocarbons we now know are common on planetary bodies. The abiotic theory is that methane, the simplest carbon molecule (CH4) we call natural gas, is formed from carbonate rocks and water at depths of 5 to 20 miles, at pressures of 30 to 45 kilobars (441 to 662 ksi), and temperatures approaching 800°C (1470°F). Then the methane condenses into heavier hydrocarbons we call petroleum, collecting in subterranean pools. Most geologists agree so far; you can make oil artificially with these conditions. However the abiotic theory as a natural event is different, supported by these facts:
High oil quantities are found in locations where assays of prehistoric life are not sufficient to have produced the existing reserve.
Oil produced from varying depths from the same field has the same chemistry and does not vary as the fossil life changes with depth at these same spots.
Every oil field outgases helium, which does not appear in meaningful quantity in any other venue, and is a thoroughly stable, inorganic gas that is a product of radiologic decay of rocks appearing at great depths within the Earth mantle.
The abiotic theory is rejected by geologists who cite these facts:
Commercial oil fields produce a low content of C-13 isotope in molecules because plant life has available and absorbs the common C-12 isotope; deposits of deep methane have a higher content of the less common (1% of all carbon) C-13 atom.
Petroleum deposits occur mainly in horizontal, near-surface reservoirs.
Actually, it may well be that both protagonists for their cause (antagonists if you prefer) have strength in their arguments. It is known that hydrocarbons migrate within the Earth's crust as witnessed by production at Eugene Island in the Gulf of Mexico 80 miles south of Louisiana. In 1973 when discovered, it produced 15,000 bpd but dwindled to 4,000 bpd by 1989. Inexplicably it resumed output to 13,000 bpd but has confounded geologists because current production is of a significantly different (newer) geologic age than yesteryear. Abiogenic proponents say it is being refilled from beneath the formation and that as oil migrates upward; it is attacked by bacteria that alter its appearance. It is known that such bacteria (hyperthermophiles) live at great depths, recorded in Alaska at 4.2 km and in Sweden at 5.2 km (2.6 and 3.2 miles) below the surface.
There has been a long history of this argument. Mendeleyev, who discovered the Periodic table, said in 1870 the same thing offered in 1962 by Sir Robert Robinson of Britain's Royal Society that "petroleum is a primordial hydrocarbon to which biological products have been added." That's quite similar to what Dr. Gold is touting and is of enormous importance due to geopolitics and economic impacts of the highly inelastic supply and demand system existing in the world. If abiotic petroleum formation is true, how much reserve really exists on Earth, and more importantly, is human consumption depleting supply faster than replenishment?
For further reading, see http://www. worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=38645
It will be interesting to hear what the Hedberg Conference determined, if any conclusions emerge. It might also be appropriate to remember the adage-actually the warning-my father taught me: "It's the things we know for certain that just ain't so."
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OLIVER PEOPLES – WE’RE SO EXCITED!
Feb 9, 2018 | Blogs
Superior eyewear. Meticulous craftsmanship. Finest materials. Exquisite designs.
Oliver Peoples is a brand dedicated to fusing superior fashion with the highest quality materials in the eyewear industry. Since its inception over 30 years ago, Oliver Peoples has gone from strength to strength manufacturing iconic frames by true craftsmen. The brand is innovative and its products demonstrate that in every way.
Oliver Peoples are serious about each and every individual frame. Their factory is dedicated to creating everyday masterpieces and has years of expertise between it’s four walls. The masterminds behind the frames – from initial thought processes to complete product – maintain their integrity by adhering to the brand values and always keeping the customer in mind. If you are looking for tasteful creations mixed with high quality technology, look no further than Oliver Peoples!
At Infocus Opticians we are so proud and privileged to stock these frames in our flagship store! We believe in the success of the brand 100% as we know the detail and care that has gone into each and every single frame.
Oliver Peoples are world renowned for their polarised and photochromic mineral sun lenses. Sounds fancy, right? It is. Available in a variety of bold, rich, majestic and royal colours infused with the latest technological advancements, every lens you purchase ensures the finest clarity, sharp focus and better colour contrast. It’s like looking into a whole new realm. And, as if it couldn’t get any better, you will never have to squint or feel uncomfortable as every lens comes complete with anti-glare protection preventing glare from entering the eye.
We all know how harmful UV rays from sunlight can be to the eyes, that’s why Oliver Peoples decided the lenses had to be coated in a specific way in order to ensure protection and keep the eyes as healthy and safe as possible. With its unique features and complete transparency in the formation of the frames, you are guaranteed the highest quality lenses with a wide range of budgets to suit every lifestyle.
Oliver Peoples is a brand recognised for its classical elegance with a touch of modern luxury. The campaigns have been widely successful and international superstars see the brand as a statement piece they just have to have.
If you are looking for a new frame but unsure of what to go for, give us a call today for a private styling session of our exquisite Oliver Peoples collection.
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Miranda Lambert And New Beau Light Up The Red Carpet At AMC Awards
Val Powell
Country singer Miranda Lambert brought new beau Anderson East to the 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards as her date, and they were not shy about showing some PDA.
Lambert and East attended the music awards show, which was held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3, marking their first red carpet event as a couple. Onlookers said the new pair looked very lovely and sweet as they posed for the cameras. Insiders at the Academy of Country Music Awards claim Lambert has been formally introducing East to everyone as her boyfriend.
Miranda Lambert & Anderson East just made their red carpet debut as a couple at the #ACMs: https://t.co/KKwFJneNCl pic.twitter.com/LscngTDo4E
— E! Online (@eonline) April 4, 2016
The country songstress looked sensational in her bright yellow Christian Siriano gown with a low-cut neckline and thigh-high side slit. Lambert paired her floor-length dress with pink satin Joyce Echols stilettos, which featured a tiny gold gun and pink holster design on the side.
Her date, on the other hand, looked dapper in a tailored suit with a skinny tie.
Don’t Let Miranda Lambert’s Cleavage Distract You from Her $829 Gun-and-Holster Shoes via https://t.co/w61mgcqdGc … pic.twitter.com/Nk83pk5sJI
— Coco (@CocoLaVieEnRose) April 4, 2016
The 32-year-old singer started dating East in November of last year. Lambert and ex-husband Blake Shelton announced their divorce last July, ending their four-year marriage. However, the former couple has remained good friends and supportive of each other since their breakup.
Miranda Lambert admitted that she and Shelton did their best to make their marriage work.
“Marriage is a tough business, and we gave it our best college try,” she said of their split during an interview with Cosmopolitan.
“Marriage is a tough business,” says @MirandaLambert. MORE: https://t.co/GjO5ITMMgS pic.twitter.com/x8askGXoFb
— The Boot (@thebootdotcom) November 30, 2015
On July 20, the former power country couple confirmed their divorce in a statement to Us Weekly, saying, “This is not the future we envisioned. And it is with heavy hearts that we move forward separately.”
Both Lambert and Shelton have found new love after their breakup. Shelton is currently dating former No Doubt singer and fellow Voice coach Gwen Stefani, who is the former wife of Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale. Stefani announced her split with Rossdale roughly around the time Lambert and Shelton broke up. She ended their 13-year-marriage after Rossdale allegedly cheated on her with their children’s nanny.
Stefani and Shelton have been very open about their relationship, which started on the set of The Voice. They have been attending special occasions together since they began dating. She even made a song about the country crooner.
Gwen Stefani just revealed something major about her relationship with Blake Shelton: https://t.co/0HVJ9zM2GH pic.twitter.com/YsWPhIuQC1
— ELLE Magazine (US) (@ELLEmagazine) March 31, 2016
The “Little Red Wagon” singer, on the other hand, has moved on to East, an R&B artist. Looking at their sweet Instagram photos, the couple apparently spent New Year’s and Valentine’s Day together. Sources say Lambert and East’s relationship is going strong, and the blond singer has recently met his parents.
While everybody was expecting to see the former couple bring their respective dates at the event, it seemed Shelton came to the prestigious country music awards without Stefani. Shelton kicked off the show with Luke Bryan and gave a moving performance of his new single “Came Here to Forget.”
On Friday, April 1, Miranda Lambert joined fellow country musician Carrie Underwood as the Academy marked the fourth annual ACM Party for a Cause gala at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. Lambert made a surprise appearance during Underwood’s performance and sang “Something Bad” together to the delight of their cheering fans.
.@mirandalambert joined @carrieunderwood for a surprise duet in Vegas! #ACM https://t.co/hkMgksP4R0 pic.twitter.com/dXh0AU5pFx
— EntertainmentTonight (@etnow) April 3, 2016
Underwood headlined the ACM Women of Country night alongside other special female performers that night, including Kelleigh Bannen, Kelsea Ballerini, Cam, Kellie Pickler, Martina McBride, Jana Kramer, Lauren Alaina, Brandy Clark, and Maddie & Tae.
The Academy also gave away special ACM awards during the Friday event. Underwood was the recipient of Lifting Lives Gary Haber trophy for sponsoring various public schools around the country with musical instruments, and Ballerini received her New Female Artist of the Year award.
[Image via Twitter]
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Ashton Irwin And Bryana Holly Rekindle Romance In Paris During 5SOS Tour
Jenny Cox
Ashton Irwin and Bryana Holly have rekindled their romance in the city of love! Despite the fact that they have been so off-and-on, it looks like the 5SOS tour was the perfect time to give their love a second chance.
The fact that his bandmate Luke Hemmings was also with his girlfriend on the tour meant that Ashton Irwin didn’t feel alone in his pursuit of love.
“Ashton Irwin’s model girlfriend Bryana Holly has recently been in Paris as the 5SOS rocker performed with the band,” reports Daily Mail. “And while all eyes might be on the boys, at the weekend the 22-year-old blonde made sure the spotlight was on her in her latest Instagram snap. The bikini poser showed off her very ample cleavage and contrasting tiny waist in a plunging top and denim cuts-offs in her latest selfie.”
A post shared by bhollyb (@bryanaholly)
The same article reports that “Bryana was in Paris alongside Luke Hemming’s girlfriend, Arzaylea,” but both of the couples made sure that their romance stayed out of paparazzi’s camera lenses. But Bryana Holly has been unabashedly uploading pictures of herself in Paris, enjoying the view and showing off the outfits that she brought to France.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BFsLGqGFZRJ/?taken-by=bryanaholly
Looks like Ashton Irwin was playing the role of her photographer when he wasn’t playing the drums in 5SOS concerts.
Before Bryana jumped on the plane to accompany her boyfriend’s tour in Europe, she had sent his mother flowers. Maybe that’s the reason that she and Ashton are back together.
“As far as 5 Seconds Of Summer fans were aware, Ashton Irwin and Bryana Holly were no longer together after she claimed the pair were ‘not’ dating,” reports Daily Mail. “But on Sunday the Australian drummer’s mother, Ann Marie, throw a spanner in the works with her latest social media upload. The mother-of-three revealed on Instagram that the 22-year-old bikini-clad model had sent her a beautiful bunch of flowers for Mother’s Day despite being 12,044 kilometres apart.”
This was a shocker to all 5SOS fans as they were sure that the distance between her and their favorite drummer was enough trigger for their relationship to not withstand the challenges.
But the fact that she is a bikini model must have been a huge reconsideration point for Ashton to continue their relationship in Paris.
Check out Bryana Holly in her latest campaign.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BF7aDx0FZVa/?taken-by=bryanaholly
The 5SOS drummer and the swimsuit model are often seen together when he is on the West Coast.
“Though rather coy about whether they were dating in the first place, Ashton Irwin announced his break up from model Bryana Holly in early November,” reports Daily Mail. “But the 5 Seconds Of Summer drummer and the Playboy playmate definitely looked like a couple as they took a hand-in-hand stroll in West Hollywood on Saturday.”
But the model has worked extra hard to make sure that their dating and romance stays out of the public eye. She went as far as to deny that she was with Ashton on her social media account.
“Earlier this year she tweeted that she was single, seeming to quash rumours that she and 5SOS star Ashton Irwin were back together,” reports Daily Mail.
They have not had the backlash that Luke Hemmings and Arzaylea had, but knowing that 5SOS fans can become very nasty towards the girlfriends, Bryana Holly is taking precautions to not be brash about her budding love with the drummer.
Do you think that Bryana will post a selfie with Ashton like Arzaylea did with Luke?
[Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images]
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Briana DeJesus Fans ‘Glad’ She Kept Baby As The ‘Teen Mom 2’ Star Shares Photos Of Stella
Carrie Parker
The newest Teen Mom 2 star took to social media to celebrate her newborn turning 1-month-old this week. Briana DeJesus shared a photo of baby Stella Star wearing a birthday bow as she stated she can’t believe it’s already been one month since she gave birth to her second daughter.
Little Stella is seen mid-cry with her mouth open and eyes closed as she apparently does not agree with taking birthday month photos. She wears a plain white onesie in addition to her colorful birthday bow as her photo received almost 20,000 likes.
While Briana has posted a handful of photos of her youngest daughter this past month, her followers are still bringing up the fact the Teen Mom 2 star contemplated having an abortion before discussing giving Stella up for adoption.
Briana’s Instagram followers sounded off in the comment section of her latest post as they stated they’re glad she decided to keep the baby.
“She’s darling! Glad you decided to keep her. She is a blessing!”
Another commenter stated it was irresponsible of DeJesus to even think about not keeping her unborn daughter as she has been a single mother for years now. They ended their comment by saying it appears Briana “finally grew up” as she chose to give birth to Stella.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXSzSRsjkAf/?taken-by=_brianadejesus
But the comments did not end there as one Instagram user congratulated DeJesus on deciding to keep her second baby as Stella will be even more motivation for the young mother.
“…congratulations on you[r] baby girl!!!! I’m super excited that you kept your bundle of joy and you’ll see that she would only be one more REASON one more PUSH IN LIFE…”
DeJesus admitted she first thought about having an abortion after finding out she was pregnant again, reported Hollywood Life. Briana was still pregnant when she found out her ex-boyfriend Luis, Stella’s father, was cheating
The 23-year-old then sat down with her ex to talk about placing their unborn baby up for adoption, according to People magazine. Of course, Briana decided to keep Stella after talking it over with Luis, who stated he wanted to be a part of their baby’s life and offered his support.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXNzKRUDfV2/?taken-by=_brianadejesus
Teen Mom fans may recall the mother of two discussing aborting her first daughter, Nova, while starring on MTV’s 16 & Pregnant as well. Her older sister, Brittany, went through with an abortion as the two sisters became pregnant around the same time in 2012.
Briana shares Nova, who is now 5, with ex Devoin Austin. Their relationship played out on-screen as the couple broke things off shortly after she became pregnant.
It may not come as a shock to some to learn DeJesus almost did not have either of her babies as her rocky romances air on television. However, it appears fans are glad the reality star decided to not go through with adoption after all.
[Featured Image by Briana DeJesus/Instagram]
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Fergie gets emotional talking about Josh Duhamel: 'I wanted to stay married forever'
The pop star fought back tears as she admitted that this wasn’t how she wanted her life to shake out.
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Josh Duhamel talks to INSIDER about returning to the "Transformers" franchise after sitting out the fourth movie.
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Moes Takes: Communicating with Compelling Language III
Here’s my third crack at Moes Takes, which last ran in February. As a refresher, I worked with Rob Moes who was VP of marketing for Philips in the mid-1980s. During an interview at COMDEX, a reporter pressed Moes for projections on how many CD-ROM drives would be sold looking out five years. Rob responded …more
Behind The LinkedIn Curtain (From A Communications Perspective)
GE Video Transforms The Dull Into Corporate Storytelling
No one would mistake conducting an energy audit as a glamorous activity. That’s why GE’s approach to telling this story caught my attention. As part of its Ecomagination campaign, GE has conducted 200+ energy audits at its own facilities and at customer sites. But they don’t call them energy audits. Instead, the company packages the exercises as “Treasure Hunts.” Yes, it’s a …more
One Hint From These Men May Be the Turning Point In Your Life!
I know I said advertising gets narrative but this falls under the extreme category. Cruising through the May 1916 edition of Popular Mechanics, I came across the ad headline: One Hint From These Men May Be the Turning Point in your Life! Lest you feel a “carny” come-on, the copy strives to establish credibility from …more
Why Would The New York Times Pay Attention To A Funding Announcement
Even though the flow of venture capital has slowed to a trickle, the act of securing money still typically rates nothing more than a yawn. The media just doesn’t care about funding news. So why would The New York Times devote 1,064 words to a startup banking $48 million to design chips for computer servers? The funding news was …more
Storytelling And The Humble News Release
Everyone left the news release for dead years ago. Then Enron imploded, Sarbanes-Oxley arrived and the need for public disclosure resurrected this humble servant. That’s why you saw Berkshire scooping up Business Wire some years ago. It was a form of “forget mining for gold, let’s sell the pans and sluice boxes.” But not even …more
Dear Mr. Bezos, What’s the Story?
The letter to the customer posted on one’s website offers the perfect forum for storytelling. Because you’re in control. While I chastised Toyota for its customer letter addressing the recall, I also recognize the attorney factor during a crisis warrants a handicap. Which brings me to Amazon and its CEO Jeff Bezos. No question, Mr. …more
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Altidona Vicolo Don Michele Ciotti
itravelinitaly.com °° I travel in Italy June 04, 2020
Altidona Vicolo Don Michele Ciotti Altidona Vicolo Don Michele Ciotti Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Altidona Vicolo Don Michele Ciotti Altidona is a characteristic town in the Marche region located in the province of Fermo. It is part of the Valdaso Municipalities Union. 63824 Altidona, Province of Fermo, Italy ... History tourism > Cultural tourism > Wine tourism > Ecotourism > Rural tourism > Food tourism > Fashion tourism > Art tourism > Romance tours > Walking tour > ... Altidona Vicolo Don Michele Ciotti The territory of Altidona from the historic center lies towards the countryside until you reach the sea, where you can enjoy the beauty of a natural beach. Altidona is flanked by the Aso river that accompanies it to the se
Petritoli the Three Arches
itravelinitaly.com °° I travel in Italy May 30, 2020
Petritoli the Three Arches Petritoli the Three Arches Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Copyright , License Own work , CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Petritoli the Three Arches Porta Petrania - Tre Archi - in Petritoli, Province of Fermo , in Italy , Marche , 63848 , Largo Giacomo Leopardi , Petritoli the Three Arches Ancient Petrania gate built in the first half of the fifteenth century with the aim of reinforcing the slightly more backward fourteenth-century gate. The new door, part of a quadrilateral, was equipped with a drawbridge, had only one entrance and the wall was set between two cylindrical towers Al
Torre Merlata Porto san Giorgio
Torre Merlata Porto san Giorgio Torre Merlata Porto san Giorgio, Province of Fermo, Italy Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Copyright , License Own work , CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Torre Merlata Porto san Giorgio 63822 Porto San Giorgio, Province of Fermo, Italy in Porto San Giorgio , in Italy . Torre Merlata Torre Merlata Porto san Giorgio, 63822 Porto San Giorgio, Province of Fermo, Marches, Italy. All the medieval castles, even the crenelated tower retains the architectural character of the battlements, or of the toothed top. The aim was to protect the soldiers who were walking on top of the towers from the attacks of archers and slingers. The edges of the battlements contai
Torre di Palme Via Piave
Torre di Palme Via Piave Italy: the most beautiful country in the world. Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Copyright , License Own work , CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Italy: the most beautiful country in the world. Torre di Palme Via Piave 63900 Torre di Palme, Province of Fermo, Italy. Torre di Palme stands out for the preservation of its environment and for the stylistic uniformity of the medieval and Renaissance buildings, elements that make it, despite its small size, one of the most interesting historical centers in the region. The village is cut from west to east by via Piave which, in addition to housing the most significant buildings of the ancient town, allows you to admire incomparable urban views in which the narrow streets, characterized by terracotta flower
Torre di Palme Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista
Torre di Palme Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, 63900 Torre di Palme FM, Italy Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Visual Storytelling - Own work , CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 , Link 63900 Torre di Palme FM, Italy. Torre di Palme Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, Piazza Risorgimento, 1, 63900 Torre di Palme FM, ItalyPhoto By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Visual Storytelling – Own work, CC BY-NC-SA 4.0, Link Torre di Palme Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, Piazza Risorgimento, 1, 63900 Torre di Palme FM, Italy The church of San Giovanni Battista in Torre di Palme is the oldest building in the medieval village. The original structure is probably related to the IX-X centuries, when the first community of Eremitani arrived on the Turris site of the ancient Picene city of Palma (Turris Palmae) and built the place. Click here for a map.
Altidona characteristic medieval village Italy.
Photo By: Baldassarri Giuseppe Visual Storytelling - Own work , CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 , Link Altidona characteristic medieval village Italy. Altidona characteristic medieval village Italy. Altidona characteristic medieval village Italy itravelinitaly.com By Baldassarri Giuseppe Photo Cult: Italian culture is steeped in the arts, family, architecture, music, and food. Home of the Roman Empire and a major center of the Renaissance, culture on the Italian peninsula has flourished for centuries. Italy is considered the birthplace of Western civilization and a cultural superpower Italy has been the starting point of phenomena of international impact such as the Magna Graecia, the Roman Empire, the Roman Catholic Church, the Romanesque, the Renaissance, the Scientific Revolution, the Baroque, the Neo-classicism, the Risorgimento and the European integration.
Civic Tower of Petritoli –
itravelinitaly.com °° I travel in Italy March 18, 2020
The tower consists of five different bases: square, rectangular, octagonal, circular and spherical. the five represents the human microcosm, it is man's desire to draw close to God. The square indicates the man anchored to the earth and encourages him to stop to reflect. The rectangle expresses the desire to establish a relationship between Earth and Heaven. The octagon is a symbol of resurrection, it is the mediation between Earth and Heaven. The dome represents the celestial vault. The sphere is perfection but placed on the circle which in turn rests on an octagonal base, represents the Incarnation of the divine and human nature of the One who will act as a bridge to bring us closer to the great architect, that is God. Civic Tower of Petritoli – Travel is the traveler. Discover the soul of the places.
Abbey garden in Campofilone –
Abbey garden in Campofilone. In the first half of the fourteenth century, the city of Fermo had a curtain wall built with a large tower to better defend the western summit of Campofilone. The Benedictine monks used the internal space as a vegetable garden and olive grove until 1,700. Now there remains a splendid and green space from which to admire the Aso valley, the surrounding villages and the Sibillini on the horizon. Last shots and stories, continue here . Abbey garden in Campofilone – Travel is the traveler. Discover the soul of the places.
Montefiore Castle of Recanati –
Montefiore Castle of Recanati It rises in the locality of Montefiore, about 10 km from the center of Recanati. It was erected for defensive purposes in the Middle Ages. The fortress is characterized by long perimeter walls (m. 176) and by the formwork with the fixed masonry bridge. Last shots and stories, continue here . Montefiore Castle of Recanati Photo and Copyright By Baldassarri Giuseppe Travel is the traveler in Italy itravelinitaly.com Powered by itravelinitaly.com Montefiore Castle of Recanati – Travel is the traveler. Discover the soul of the places.
Venetian Gothic architecture –
Petritoli Venetian Gothic architecture Photo and Copyright By Baldassarri Giuseppe Travel is the traveler in Italy itravelinitaly.com Venetian Gothic architecture . Gothic architecture in Venice emerged rather late, only towards the fifteenth century, in fact, the city detaches itself from the eastern influence and suffers from the western cultural climate, so elements of late Gothic are introduced into art in general and in particular in architecture, known in Italy as "flowery" Gothic. This adjective alludes to the refinement and elegance of that style, which is characterized by spectacular fretwork decorations and a wealth of statues and marbles. Elements of flowery Gothic are also present in the Basilica of San Marco, such as the decoration of the inflected arches of the upper order of the facade and this represents a significant example of how Gothic elements can be grafted very well on a Byzantine substrate. The Basilica of San Marco, whose structure dates back to
Culture in Italy.
Culture in Italy. Travel is the traveler in Italy itravelinitaly.com Italian culture is steeped in the arts, family, architecture, music , and food . Home of the Roman Empire and a major center of the Renaissance, culture on the Italian peninsula has flourished for centuries. by livescience.com . Culture of Italy From Wikipedia.com. Italy is considered the birthplace of Western civilization and a cultural superpower Italy has been the starting point of phenomena of international impact such as the Magna Graecia , the Roman Empire, the Roman Catholic Church, the Romanesque, the Renaissance , the Scientific Revolution, the Baroque, the Neo-classicism , the Risorgimento and the European integration. During its history, the nation has given birth to an enormous number of notable people. Both the internal and external faces of Western culture were born on the Italian peninsula, whether one looks at the history of the Christian faith, civil institutions (such as the Senate), phi
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First coronavirus vaccinations delivered in U.K. as historic mass rollout begins – National
A 90-year-old woman in central England became the first person ever to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine outside clinical trials Tuesday, kicking off a nationwide rollout of inoculations that’s being watched around the world.
Margaret Keenan received the first of two planned jabs of the vaccine at Coventry Hospital outside Birmingham, with television cameras capturing the moment live.
U.K. to begin mass coronavirus vaccinations: Here’s how it will work
“I feel so privileged to be the first person vaccinated against COVID-19,” she said after receiving the shot from nurse May Parsons just after 6:30 a.m. local time.
“It’s the best early birthday present I could wish for because it means I can finally look forward to spending time with my family and friends in the New Year after being on my own for most of the year.”
BREAKING: The UK’s mass vaccination programme against Covid-19 has begun.
90-year-old Margaret Keenan is the first person to receive the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.
More on #BBCBreakfast and here: https://t.co/uHArc9LQVJ pic.twitter.com/ecxdeGRHfz
— BBC Breakfast (@BBCBreakfast) December 8, 2020
British Health Secretary Matt Hancock and Stephen Powis, medical director for England’s National Health Service (NHS), both told national media they found it emotional watching footage of Keenan receiving her initial dose.
“It seems so simple, having a jab in your arm,” Hancock told Sky News shortly afterwards.
“That will protect Margaret, it will protect the people around her, and if we manage to do that … for everyone who is vulnerable to this disease, then we can move on and we can get back to normal.”
Powis said the start of inoculations felt like “the beginning of the end.”
“It’s been really dreadful year, 2020 — all those things that we are so used to, meeting friends and family, going to the cinema, have been disrupted. We can get those back. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Not next month. But in the months to come.”
“I’m feeling quite emotional watching those pictures.”
Health Secretary @MattHancock says there is an enormous amount of work still to do but is “really grateful to everybody who has brought us to this moment”.
Get the latest on #COVID19: https://t.co/W5Gk1IqLzX pic.twitter.com/4C3UfHjrCR
— Sky News (@SkyNews) December 8, 2020
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson — who narrowly beat his own serious bout with the virus in the spring — thanked health workers as the vaccine rollout got underway.
First coronavirus vaccine shots could be doled out in Canada next week
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“We will beat this together,” Johnson said on Twitter, while urging the public to continue to follow guidance aimed at limiting the spread of COVID-19.
Today the first vaccinations in the UK against COVID-19 begin. Thank you to our NHS, to all of the scientists who worked so hard to develop this vaccine, to all the volunteers – and to everyone who has been following the rules to protect others. We will beat this together. https://t.co/poOYG1vHQe
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) December 8, 2020
The U.K. began vaccinating members of its general population through the NHS less than a week after becoming the first country to approve the shot developed by Pfizer and BioNTech.
Other nations that are set to approve the vaccine in the coming days, including Canada and the United States, are closely watching the rollout in anticipation of their own mass inoculations, which are set to ramp up this month and into January.
Around 800,000 doses were put in place for the start of the immunization program in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Tuesday, a day that has been dubbed “V-Day” — a nod to triumphs in the Second World War.
Coronavirus: Promise of COVID vaccines is ‘phenomenal,’ WHO says
The vaccine can’t arrive soon enough for the U.K., which has more than 61,000 COVID-19 related deaths — more than any other country has reported in Europe. The U.K. has more than 1.7 million cases to date.
“I think there’s every chance that we will look back on … (Tuesday) as marking a decisive turning point in the battle against coronavirus,” NHS CEO Simon Stevens said Monday.
The 800,000 doses are only a fraction of what is needed. The government is targeting more than 25 million people, or about 40% of the population, in the first phase of its vaccination program, which gives first priority to those who are highest risk from the disease.
After those over 80 and nursing home workers, the program will be expanded as the supply increases, with the vaccine offered roughly on the basis of age groups, starting with the oldest people.
In England, the vaccine was delivered to 50 hospital hubs for the first wave of the program, with more hospitals expected to offer it as the rollout ramps up. Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales are making their own plans under the U.K.’s system of devolved administration.
While the U.K. has a well-developed infrastructure for delivering vaccines, it is geared to administer them to groups such as school children or pregnant women, not the whole population. Both of those groups are being told not to apply for the vaccine, as there’s not enough data to ensure their safety.
The rollout also provides a test case for Pfizer and BioNTech’s distribution networks. The shot must be stored at -70C (-94F) and only lasts five days in a regular fridge.
Canada to receive 249,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses this month
Pfizer and BioNTech said their shot proved 95% effective in preventing illness in final-stage trials. In all, Britain has ordered 357 million doses of seven different COVID-19 vaccines.
Canada said Monday that it expects an initial batch of 249,000 doses of Pfizer’s vaccine to be delivered starting next week. Health Canada is expected to approve the vaccine soon after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration meets to discuss its own approval on Thursday.
Russia and China have both started giving vaccine candidates to their populations before final safety and efficacy trials have been completed.
—With files from the Associated Press and Reuters
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Ambedkar University Begins Application Process For MBA Programme, Check Details on Official Website January 17, 2021
3 people arrested and charged after anti-lockdown protests in Toronto – Toronto January 17, 2021
Uttarakhand High Court refuses to move mobile tower in Dehradun, tells petitioner to approach authorities January 17, 2021
lowest temperature in gondia: राज्यात थंडीचा कडाका वाढणार; गोंदिया राज्यात नीचांकी – the state is going to get colder gondia recorded the lowest temperature in the state at 8.6 degrees January 16, 2021
SIDE EFFECT CASE IN DELHI BUT NOT SERIOUS January 16, 2021
Ambedkar University Begins Application Process For MBA Programme, Check Details on Official Website
3 people arrested and charged after anti-lockdown protests in Toronto – Toronto
lowest temperature in gondia: राज्यात थंडीचा कडाका वाढणार; गोंदिया राज्यात नीचांकी – the state is going to get colder gondia recorded the lowest temperature in the state at 8.6 degrees
SIDE EFFECT CASE IN DELHI BUT NOT SERIOUS
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Painting Galleries
Bayanihan Series 8
Now Accepting Commission Works and Orders
Oil Portrait Paintings, Still-life, Landscape Oil/Acrylic, Abstract and directly copy from picture. Best for birthday gifts, anniversaries, weddings and even for personal collections.
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SIZE: 36.00 x 48.00 (inches)
DATED: 2013
Commission work from Australia.
Bayanihan (pronounced as bah - yah - nee - han) is a Filipino term taken from the word bayan, referring to a nation, town or community. The whole term bayanihan refers to a spirit of communal unity or effort to achieve a particular objective. This good custom is widespread in the Philippines, in fact many ethnolinguistic groups have their own term for "bayanihan". The Waray people of Leyte call it tikloswhile those in Samar call it pintakasi. The Ivatans of Batanes call it kapanyidungan. Other Tagalog people also call it bataris or bataresan.
The origin of the term bayanihan can be traced from a common tradition in Philippine towns where community members volunteer to help a family move to a new place. The process involves literally carrying the house to its new location. This is done by putting bamboo poles forming a strong frame to lift the stilts from the ground and carrying the whole house with the men positioned at the ends of each pole. A mural by Filipino National Artist Carlos "Botong" Francisco and painting by Joselito E. Barcelona illustrates the whole process. The tradition also features a small fiesta hosted by the family to express gratitude to the volunteers.
One of the first groups to use the term is a world acclaimed dance group (Bayanihan Dance Company) which travels different countries to perform the various traditional folk dances of the country with the objective of promoting Philippine culture.
Today, the term bayanihan has evolved into many different meanings and incorporated as codenames to projects which depict the spirit of cooperative effort involving a community of members. An example of these projects is the Bayanihan Linux project which is a Filipino based desktop focused GNU/Linux distribution.
Bayanihan has also been adopted as a term to refer to a local civil effort to resolve national issues.
Difinition Source: http://en.wikipilipinas.org/index.php/Bayanihan
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Dead Hookers Ball: Love Is Dead - An Anti-Valentines Party Event
The Zombie Club Presents:
Dead Hookers Ball: Love Is Dead
An Anti-Valentines Party Event
*** TONIGHT!! ***
Brannan Manor at 106 J St. in Old Sac
21+ Mature Adults Only.
Tired of doing the SAME THING every year?
Wanna do More than Sit & Watch?
It's Time to Party, it's Time to Play!!
Buy DISCOUNT Tickets Here Online
ONLINE Discount Tickets...... $18/each
AT-THE-DOOR..........................$20/each
2020 Zombie Club Bracelets will be Available at the
door for $5 each. REQUIRED for Entrance in Madam
Grimm's BSDM Dungeon Playground + Drink Specials.
Limited Supply. COME EARLY to Get Yours!
Burlesque Show Begins 11pm
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
"Undead Sexy Pimps & Hookers in Black & Red" Costumes should be "Weird, Freaky & Fun!" Sexy!
DHB: Love Is Dead is The Anti-Valentines Valentines Party Event & Show for The Rest of Us! For the Singles, the Jaded and Even for the Couples who are Tired of Tradition and want a Different Kind of Party... THIS is the Valentine's Event for You!
BRANNAN MANOR... One of Sacramento's Most Historic and Haunted Buildings in Old Sacramento. Three Levels, Huge Bar & Restaurant, Entertainment Stage, Dance Floor, Underground Play Area and so much more. Recently featured on National TV, Bannon Manor is regarded as one of Sacramento's Most Haunted Locations.
FEATURING an EXPANDED Madam Grimm's Underground BDSM Playground. You won't believe it until you see it, the sheer area size of the Adult Playground Dungeon at Brannan Manor. It's like Disneyland for the Freaky!
-------- 2020 ZC Bracelet Required for Entry --------
FEATURING "Hexes on Exes!"
Do you have an Ex who really deserves to have a Hex put on them? It's Time to Let The World Know what a Piece of Sh*t they were to you. Just give us the Name of your Ex (First Name Only) or even a Nickname, and we're ALL Going to Roast Your Ex in Public... AND Cast a Playful but Slightly Evil Hex on them for 2020. We're gonna make your Horrible Ex Pay!
FEATURING "The Hooker Games!" - WIN $100 for Winning "Hooker of the Year!"
The Hooker Games have been a Tradition at DHB Events for nearly 10 years now, so Get Ready to Get Freaky! Anyone can Play, so Prepare to Slay!
FEATURING DJ Lady Fright!!! Lady Fright will be Rocking the Floor ALL NIGHT LONG!!!
FEATURING Amazing Food and Drink Specials! The Bar is HUGE and the Drinks are Strong! Brannan Manor has More Spirits than those Lingering Ghosties, and you're gonna LOVE This Bar! Oh, the Food is Amazing too... some come Hungry and especially Thirsty!!
FEATURING a New Stage!! The Entertainment Stage at Brannan Manor is Hot, and our Stage Shows are even Hotter! You Won't Believe what we've got waiting for you. It IS Zombie Club, after all!
SCHEDULED PERFORMANCES BY:
Ray Moulin
Redd Fafilth
Shiree Rez
Marisa Rose with Whodini Driftwood
Special Guest Stephanie Lane will be Partying with us and be Special Guest Judge in the HOOKER GAMES!
*** NO DOUCHEBAG POLICY:
For 10 years now, The Zombie Club has implemented and strictly enforced something we call our "No Douchebag Policy."
Simply Put, we have NO Tolerance for ANY kind of unwelcome, aggressive or bullying behavior By Anyone Toward Anyone.
We Believe a Night Out should be a Fun Escape completely free of Drama, Bullying, and the sometimes all-too-common 'Douchebag' Behavior that's experienced in bars, nightclubs, etc... which can make many, especially sometimes ladies, feel uncomfortable or inappropriately treated by others.
We should ALL feel free to Go Out, Have Fun, Express Ourselves and feel Respected by Everyone, no matter what.
Anyone who inappropriately acts in "Douchebag" ways, verbally or physically, toward any of our guests will be Ejected Immediately without Refund. Period.
We are ALL simply looking for a Good Time in an Environment where we can feel Respected and Safe, and providing that environment is what we do.
THIS SATURDAY at DHB: LOVE IS DEAD, feel free to join us and Escape from a sometimes "douchebag world." Because... Who wants that? We don't. Neither do you.
All Tickets are Digital and No Actual Physical Ticket will be Mailed Out. Your Name will be at Will-Call and you will Receive an Email with all your Ticket Information.
NO REFUNDS. Tickets Purchased at Discount Online are purchased with the understanding of a No-Refund Policy for Any Reason.
General Admission $18 - Single Ticket (Online Special)
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Equities moved higher across most of the global indices with the S&P 500 rising 1.27%, the Russell 2000 gaining 3.57% although the NASDAQ was down 1.08%. Overseas, the international developed markets (MSCI EAFE) rose 2.20% while the emerging markets (MSCI EM) slipped 1.21%. Industrials and materials were the best performing sectors while tech and consumer discretionary were the poorest performers. In general, value stocks outperformed growth stocks. (1)
Interest rates and bond values were flattish, with the benchmark 10-year U.S. treasuries ending with a 0.64% yield as credit market investors expect additional fiscal stimulus and monetary support for the U.S. economy in the weeks ahead. (1)
Silver (SIVR), an Endowment Series and Precious Metals holding, rose 3.6% last week as mining for zinc and lead (the primary sources of silver supplies) continues to decline while industrial demand for silver continues to rise.2 Year-to-date the price of silver is up 8.8%. (3)
A key leading economic indicator, the New York Empire State Index, rose for the first time since the pandemic began in March. The index rose from negative 0.2 in June to 17.2 in July, far exceeding expectations of 8.9. Anything above zero indicates improving conditions. (4)
First time claims for unemployment dropped a slight 10,000 for the week ended July 11 to 1.3 million which was disappointing but understandable given the rising number of coronavirus hospitalizations and economic restrictions in the southwest states. (5)
Abbott Labs (ABT), a Core Select holding, reported revenues and earnings that were ahead of expectations led by their diagnostics division which is producing a rapid Covid-19 testing kit. Management also raised earnings guidance significantly for the full year. The stock rose 6.7% for the week. (6)
Infosys (INFY), a G40i holding, reported earnings that were better than expected last quarter. The Indian outsourcing firm beat on both revenue and earnings, with margins being a particular point of strength. Shares rose 18% for the week. (7)
Quest Diagnostics (DGX), a G50 holding, continued recent strong performance on high levels of covid testing. The company announced that second quarter revenue will be well ahead of both prior guidance and consensus expectations. Shares rose 7% for the week. (8)
Did You Know? While Proctor & Gamble initially argued that Pringles were in fact “chips” in the U.S., they took a different track in the U.K. In order to avoid a 17.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) in the U.K., P&G stated that Pringles should be considered a cake, rather than a “crisp.” Their argument was that since only 42% of the product was made from potato and the fact that it is fashioned from dough, that it should be considered a cake. P&G initially won in High Court, but the decision was reversed in the UK appellate court, and the company had to start paying the VAT.
Sources: (1)JPM Weekly Market Recap 7.13.20, (2) CNBC 7.9.20, (3) Bloomberg.com 7.7.20, (4) thestreet.com 7.9.20
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All data is for the week ended August 7, 2020.
Major equities indices rose across the globe with the S&P 500 rising 2.49%, the Russell 2000 adding 6.03% and the NASDAQ gaining 2.51%. Overseas, the developed markets (MSCI EAFE) increased 1.96% while the emerging markets (MSCI EM) added 1.00%. Within the U.S., the best performing sectors were industrials and financials while real estate and health care lagged. (1)
Interest rates rose and values fell, with the representative 10-year U.S. treasuries rate rising 2 basis points to 0.57%. The yield curve was unchanged. Mortgage rates were unchanged at 3.14%. (1)
West Texas crude oil prices rose 2.4% for the week after hitting a five month high following a report that inventories fell by a much larger-than-expected 7.4 million barrels in the week ended July 31. Oil’s gains appear to have been driven by growing hopes Congress and the White House will agree on another round of coronavirus fiscal stimulus, the fall in crude inventories, and the slide in the U.S. dollar (which has traded at more than two-year lows based on the ICE U.S. Dollar Index DXY). (2)
Gold continued to climb, reaching $2064 per ounce last Thursday and finishing the week up 2.3% at $2025 per ounce. The weakness of the U.S. dollar and geopolitical concerns continue to pressure the yellow metal price higher. (3)
Two jobs reports were ahead of expectations. Employment rose 1.8 million as the unemployment rate dropped 0.9 points to 10.2%.4 Separately, new jobless claims surprisingly dropped for the first time in three weeks, declining to the lowest level since the COVID-19 began to affect the workforce more than four months ago. (5)
A key services index rose to 58.1, up a point from the June report and ahead of expectations for 55. It marked the second consecutive monthly gain following drops in March and April preceded by a 122-month period of expansion. A sub-index tracking new orders showed the largest gain while inventories dropped dramatically. (6)
A key U.S. manufacturing index rose to 54.2 from a June reading of 52.6, marking two consecutive months of expansion despite economists’ concerns surrounding COVID-19 and beating consensus estimates 53.6. It was the highest mark in 15 months after hitting a low of 41.5 in April. A sub-index tracking new orders jumped to 61.5 in July, up from 5 points from June. (7)
BP Plc. (BP), a G40i and Energy Sector Focus holding, cut their quarterly dividend in half, with the new yield at 5.4%. Management of this global oil firm also set a target of profitable growth with 7-9% annual growth in operating earnings per share to 2025. Shares rose 6% on the news. (8)
eHealth Inc. (EHTH), a G33 holding, shares rose nearly 15% for the week after it was revealed that the CEO of this online health insurance exchange bought $3.6 million in stock on August 5. (9)
Square Inc. (SQ), a G33 holding, reported revenues and earnings that exceeded expectations for this fintech company featuring its Cash app software as this firm helps businesses and consumers switch from cash to online exchange of money. (10) Shares rose 13% for the week.
Teladoc Health Inc. (TDOC), a G33 holding, is planning to buy Livorno Health (LVGO) for $18.5 billion in cash and stock, in a deal combining digital providers of health advice. (11 The stock was down over 18% on the news. Our position is under review.
Did You Know? Thomas Edison’s lab in the 1920s was famous for having on hand “a stock of almost every conceivable material… 8,000 kinds of chemicals, every kind of screw made, every size of needle, every kind of cord or wire, hair of humans, hair & hoofs of horses, hogs, cows, rabbits, goats, minx, shark’s teeth, deer horns, tortoise shell, cork, resin, varnish, oil, ostrich feathers, a peacock’s tail, rubber, all ores…” The lab was moved lock, stock & barrel from New Jersey to Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village in Michigan in 1954.
Sources: (1) JP Morgan Weekly Market Recap 8-10-20, (2) Oilprice.com, (3) Apmex.com, (4) Bureau of Labor Statistics Unemployment Situation 8-7-20, (5) US Labor Dept. Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims 8-6-20, (6) Institute for Supply Management Services Report 8-5-20, (7) Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing Report 8-3-20, (8) BP Inc. press release 8-4-20, (9) Gurufocus.com 8-5-20, (10) Square Inc. 8-4-20, (11) Teledoc Health press release 8-5-20
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I’m sitting on my tiger skin meditating very beautifully - totally super trance. They’re banging on the door, “Swami, Swami.” And Hari, he did the seva to me six, seven years. She’s almost like collapsed. Her whole body turned the blackish. I really want to show it if it’s possible tomorrow who really has the guts, who can go little while leave it the body - what the changes will come.
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Injecting fiction in the rural world
How can we showcase the rural world today in France? How can an epidemic affecting cows allow us to highlight all the unique, contemporary aspects of this environment? Meet Hubert Charuel, whose Bloody Milk (“Petit Paysan”) is his first feature film.
Bloody Milk is a thriller with hints of dramatic comedy. In it Hubert Charuel introduces Pierre, a young cow farmer in his thirties working his parents’ farm alone. An epidemic breaks out across Europe which affects cattle. Pierre is an obsessive farmer who is very worried about his cows. He asks his veterinarian sister, Pascale, to come and look at a cow he’s worried about. He gradually realises that his herd has been affected by the epidemic. He will then do anything and everything to save it.
Why did you choose to call your film Petit Paysan or “little farmer” in French?
It’s far from a pejorative term, quite the contrary! The "little" farmer label is something to be proud of. The size is the philosophy, it guarantees a certain value. That’s what my parents called themselves. Bloody Milk talks about today’s agricultural world, here and now.
Bloody Milk talks about today’s agricultural world, here and now
The epidemic affecting cows in the film clearly evokes mad cow disease. Was that the crisis you wanted to talk about?
The epidemic I depict in Bloody Milk is invented. However, it was certainly very influenced by mad cow disease. I am the son of farmers. I was ten years old when mad cow disease arrived, it was a very formative memory. We were really afraid that the disease would come to our farm; my mother went as far as talking about committing suicide if it ever happened. I definitely understood that this was no joke. The main idea of the film, you could say, was the result of this powerful experience.
How did you envision the style of the film?
This feature-length film is a drama which draws heavily from the thriller tropes, a little bit from fantasy, and from dramatic comedy as well. This was the film's first gamble and what initially excited me about this project: to take this rural universe, with which very naturalistic, very raw documentary film images are often associated, and inject a lot of fiction into it.
Pierre and Pascale represent two opposing perspectives. On the one hand there is passion, with a farmer who is crazy with love for his cows, and on the other there is his veterinarian sister, who embodies reason, who is the voice of health and the law. The character of Jamie, played by Bouli Lanners, is also very important. He represents a kind of extremism of the farming world. I needed to talk about this kind of depression and madness which affects this environment. In this film I also wanted to depict their isolation, the maximum intensity of their confinement.
How did your actors learn about the farming world?
Swann Arlaud, who plays Pierre, milked cows for two weeks with his cousins who have the same type of operation as my parents. His supervisors told me he was their best student! Sara Giraudeau, who plays Pascale, spent a quick week with local veterinarians to learn the basics. In the film we see her examining a lot of cows - I think she's had her arm inside half the cows in the region! We had to incorporate both technical movement and, very importantly, all the subconscious movements that we stop being aware of.
How did you work during filming?
Three animal trainers accompanied us; my parents were also there, providing support. Animals are by far the most complicated and dangerous element: anyone can be crushed by a cow! We were very lucky because the animals were very docile and were happy to let us film. The first weeks consisted of filming Swan like we would have done for a documentary. We didn’t rehearse: from the moment we started the process, it was up to us to adapt.
What were the most memorable moments from filming?
What I remember most is those many nights in a row spent around a cow which was calving. Swan brought that calf to the world with great success!
How did you feel about the success of your film in France?
We were all surprised. Critics were supportive and word of mouth worked in our favour. Experimental and art-house films are normally less popular in provinces, and that's where we had the best sales! It’s crazy because 6 years ago, when we first met the producers, they told us that the country setting was good, but we had to get rid of the cows and replace them with murders. This just goes to show that in the end people are interested in this type of topic. We all have a grandfather who was a farmer!
. Critics were supportive and word of mouth worked in our favour. Experimental and art-house films are normally less popular in provinces, and that's where we had the best sales!
You have won many prizes, including among others the Césars for best first feature film, best supporting actress and best actor. How did the award ceremony go?
The Césars happened very quickly. That year, there were five films which had all been critical and public successes. I had to speak in front of a million viewers and 1,400 industry people: I only say that to tell you I had written my speech on a little piece of paper, and I stuck very closely to the text! However, my greatest achievement remains the prizes awarded to my actors: this meeting point is a lovely reward.
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Bloody Milk and K-Nada, a short film directed by Hubert Charuel in 2014 are distributed internationally by the Institut français, in the “Angers First Film Festival First Films" collection.
From 9th to 24th March 2019 Hubert Charuel is travelling to meet Asian audiences – in Cambodia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong and Macao – alongside Emmanuel Morice and Nicolas Thomä, directors of The Fair Kitchen (“La Cuisine des justes”).
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Volunteers needed for Healthwatch Sefton
Healthwatch Sefton are looking to fill three volunteer roles.
Do you live in Sefton and have an interest in speaking up on behalf of others? Is it important to you to make sure NHS health and care services work for everyone?
Sefton’s independent health consumer champion – Healthwatch Sefton, has three exciting volunteer roles and wants to hear from people who love talking with others in their community about using health and care services.
Healthwatch is looking for three people interested in representing the following areas: Seaforth and Litherland; Hightown and Ince; and Formby, Merseyside. As a volunteer, you would be acting as a point of contact for residents living in your local area and letting Healthwatch Sefton know of any issues local residents have when using health and social care services.
Anne Major is one of Healthwatch Sefton’s locality representatives
Anne Major volunteers as the Central Southport Locality Representative and explains why she decided to take up the role:
“As a retired midwife, I am always reminded that without clients, patients, and families, my job would not have existed. This role enables me to support a pro-active organisation that understands health and social care through the eyes of patients and carers.”
While Kevin Halewood, who represents Crosby on behalf of Healthwatch, adds: “I have a strong personal interest in health - particularly mental health - and wanted to give something back and hopefully be a voice for my local area. I was volunteering to deliver medication to the vulnerable and thought there was no better time to volunteer for Healthwatch and be of assistance to residents during,
and post, COVID-19.”
Among other specific duties, the volunteers would be required to attend virtual steering group and community champion network meetings, promote Healthwatch Sefton’s aims and objectives, and help build effective relationships.
Diane Blair, manager of Healthwatch Sefton, comments: “We are really pleased to
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[MP3 DOWNLOAD] Peace To My World – Shekinah Glory Ministry
The platinum-selling musical ensemble, Shekinah Glory Ministry (SGM), has dusted off “Peace To My World” – an obscure song from its 2012 album “Surrender” (Kingdom Records).
It’s meant as a spiritual comfort to a globe enduring months of COVID-19, and a heightened sense of outrage over police brutality against unarmed persons of color and social injustices that have sparked worldwide protests against systemic racism and a call for law enforcement reform.
You bring peace to my world, peace to my world
All of the hurtful moments, all of the rugged ways.
Lord you, ease all the pain, brighten up my day
You are, peace, peace for my world.
You bring peace to my world, peace to my world.
Lord you, ease all the pain, brighten up my day.
Hallelu, hallelu, hallelujah,
Peace for my world.
“It seems like overnight everything that we knew changed and all of a sudden, we looked up and everything around us seemed to be in chaos and disarray,” says SGM member, Sherree Lee. “In one of those moments of uncertainty and feelings of helplessness, God reminded me that He brings peace to our world. This song reminds us all of that assurance.”
Shekinah Glory Ministry has been a leader in African American praise and worship music for nearly two decades. The dynamic ensemble of psalmists, minstrels, and banner perform “under the anointing of the Holy Spirit.” Their Hebrew name means: “the glorified presence of God.” The title track of their R.I.A.A.-certified gold debut album, “Praise is What I Do” struck a chord with a distraught nation seeking spiritual resolve following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. “Through the good and the bad, I’ll praise you,” soloist William Murphy sang in an urgent tone on the track. The project peaked at #5 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart and spent another 48 weeks on the survey. In the years since, they amassed four other gold or platinum certifications for equally memorable projects with Billboard charting hit songs such as “Jesus,” “Yes” and “Just for Me.”
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Tampa Community to Celebrate Foster Child Advocates on June 7
Join some of Tampa’s leading child advocates, child abuse attorneys, and those who fight for the rights of Florida’s foster children and other neglected kids when Florida’s Children First hosts its Tampa Bay Area Child Advocacy Awards & Reception. The event will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, from 5:15pm to 7:30pmat The Law Offices of Shook Hardy & Bacon (100 N. Tampa Street, Suite 2900, Tampa 33602). Register Now.
The event will honor some of the Tampa area’s most prominent and tireless child advocates. They include:
Commissioner Sandy Murman. Commissioner Murman has spent countless hours volunteering as a community advocate and a public policy leader. She has been directly involved in more than 20 organizations that support our community and enhance the lives of children and families. Prior to joining the County Commission, Murman completed eight years as a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1996-2004. One of Commissioner Murman’s current focus areas is providing high-quality critical Children’s Services in Hillsborough County through her creation of a Blue Ribbon Committee for Child Safety.
Stephen Todd. Mr. Todd is a volunteer who stands out. He volunteers for the Guardian Ad Litem program, the HCBA Mentor Program and Crossroad for Florida Kids and has contributed well over 1500 pro bono hours in his 25 year career with over 225 in 2015 alone. Stephen “Steve” Todd is a Senior Assistant County Attorney in the Hillsborough County Attorney’s Office Litigation Division. He recruits, mentors and believes that it is the obligation of every attorney to serve those who cannot hire an attorney.
Elyse Silver. Ms. Silver was working as a P.E. teacher at Davis Elementary School, which serves all the children from The Children’s Home, a residential treatment program for traumatized foster children. She met Thomas when he was chosen to be her “helper.” Ms. Silver fell in love with Thomas and adopted him. Later, she adopted John and David, who both also attended Davis Elementary. Thomas is currently attending Jacksonville University on a football scholarship.
Join Master of Ceremonies Grayson Kamm and the 2016 Tampa Bay Area Host Committee: Co-Chairs – Rosemary Armstrong & Jennifer Voss; Dr. Marlene Bloom; Betsey Hapner; Robin Rosenberg; Bob and Karen Buesing; Cathy Kamm; Barry Shalinsky; Jack Fernandez; Sara Alpert Lawson; Kelly Verra; Megan Flatt; Lyris & Eric Newman; and Sandy Weinberg.
Thank you to our statewide Sponsors and Grantors and Tampa Sponsors: Rosemary Armstrong & Sandy Weinberg; Jennifer Voss & Blake Delaney; Harris-McBurney Company; Sunshine Health; Lauro Law Firm; Shook Hardy Bacon, LLP; The Ambersley Foundation; Bob & Karen Buesing; Mark Rankin and Shutts & Bowen LLP; JC Newman Cigar Company; Zuckerman Spaeder, LLP; Himes & Hearn, P.A.; Akerman LLP; Rebecca Bell; Foley Lardner LLP; Scobey Properties; Allen Dell, P.A.; Bill & Gina Jung; Sara Alpert Lawson; Clark Family Fund; Navigant Consulting Inc.; and Cathy & Grayson Kamm.
Download the brochure here or Register here.
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Several homes destroyed, 1,000 others threatened by Applegate blaze
Fire grows to 420 acres
Updated: 8:32 PM PDT Oct 9, 2014
Brian Hickey/KCRA
A series of small wildfires along Interstate 80 destroys five homes.
SOURCE: Brian Hickey/KCRA
A growing wildfire burning in the Applegate area near Interstate 80 has destroyed five homes and has put another 1,000 in harm's way, officials said Thursday.A meeting was scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Community Development Resource Center, 3091 County Center Drive, in Auburn.Watch report: Horses, homes near Weimar saved by firefightersSeveral homes in Weimar, where fire officials have set up a fire camp, were gutted and destroyed.Photos: Smoke pours from Placer County spot firesOvernight, the Applegate Fire expanded to 420 acres but is now 25 percent contained, which doubles the containment figure from just one day ago.For the latest information on evacuations, click hereThe fast-moving fire started around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday 40 miles northeast of Sacramento. Officials initially reported seven locations where the fires started before merging into larger fires along I-80.Four swaths of fire burned off the highway in a canyon and toward the north fork of the American River.The fire was terrain-driven, but a light wind has helped fuel it along.Firefighters are not too concerned about winds on Thursday. Steep terrain and canyon walls are a much bigger concern as they pose the challenge of access. Some crew members were taken to the fire by helicopter.At one point, the fire forced the closure of the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80. Two lanes remain closed.The cause of the blaze is under investigation, though fire officials say they are looking into the possibility that it was human-caused.Mandatory evacuation orders are in effect for the following roadways:--Pinecone Peak--Hummingbird Hill--Panorama--High View Lane--Margaret Ann--Montana--Arrora Nova--Easy Lane--Sunny Hill Drive--Sun Valley--Ponderosa to Poppy Lane--Swanson Lane--Ponderosa Way to State Parks Line--Bridge Trail Way--Brushy Ridge--Hidden Ridge--Cross Road--East Ridge--Weaver Hill Lane--Weaver Hill Road--Sundance Place--Dundee Court--Douglas Drive--Dunvegan Drive--Heather Glen Drive--Hotchkiss Drive--Sinclair CourtTwo evacuation centers have been established: one at the Sierra Vista Community Center (55 School St. in Colfax) and another at the Auburn Veterans Memorial Hall (100 East St. in Auburn).Animals can be taken to the Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., in Auburn.
APPLEGATE, Calif. —
A growing wildfire burning in the Applegate area near Interstate 80 has destroyed five homes and has put another 1,000 in harm's way, officials said Thursday.
A meeting was scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Community Development Resource Center, 3091 County Center Drive, in Auburn.
Crews scramble to stop Applegate Fire from spreading to more homes
Containment up to 55 percent in Applegate Fire
Photos: Crews save home from Applegate Fire
Watch report: Horses, homes near Weimar saved by firefighters
Several homes in Weimar, where fire officials have set up a fire camp, were gutted and destroyed.
Photos: Smoke pours from Placer County spot fires
Overnight, the Applegate Fire expanded to 420 acres but is now 25 percent contained, which doubles the containment figure from just one day ago.
For the latest information on evacuations, click here
The fast-moving fire started around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday 40 miles northeast of Sacramento. Officials initially reported seven locations where the fires started before merging into larger fires along I-80.
Four swaths of fire burned off the highway in a canyon and toward the north fork of the American River.
The fire was terrain-driven, but a light wind has helped fuel it along.
Firefighters are not too concerned about winds on Thursday. Steep terrain and canyon walls are a much bigger concern as they pose the challenge of access. Some crew members were taken to the fire by helicopter.
At one point, the fire forced the closure of the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80. Two lanes remain closed.
The cause of the blaze is under investigation, though fire officials say they are looking into the possibility that it was human-caused.
Mandatory evacuation orders are in effect for the following roadways:
--Pinecone Peak
--Hummingbird Hill
--Panorama
--High View Lane
--Margaret Ann
--Montana
--Arrora Nova
--Easy Lane
--Sunny Hill Drive
--Sun Valley
--Ponderosa to Poppy Lane
--Swanson Lane
--Ponderosa Way to State Parks Line
--Bridge Trail Way
--Brushy Ridge
--Hidden Ridge
--Cross Road
--East Ridge
--Weaver Hill Lane
--Weaver Hill Road
--Sundance Place
--Dundee Court
--Douglas Drive
--Dunvegan Drive
--Heather Glen Drive
--Hotchkiss Drive
--Sinclair Court
Two evacuation centers have been established: one at the Sierra Vista Community Center (55 School St. in Colfax) and another at the Auburn Veterans Memorial Hall (100 East St. in Auburn).
Animals can be taken to the Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., in Auburn.
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Denmark: Keolis grows its bus operations in Northern Jutland
Keolis has been awarded a bus contract worth €190 million by Nordjyllands Trafikselskab (NT), the public transport authority of the Northern Jutland region in north-western Denmark. The contract will start in August 2021.
Norway Launch of a large 100% fossil-free bus network in Bergen to reduce CO2 emissions by 85%
On 1 December 2020, Keolis began operating a new fossil-free bus network in Bergen, providing city residents and visitors with a sustainable shared mobility solution under a contract with public transport authority (PTA) Skyss.
Sweden: Keolis launches a new 5G autonomous electric vehicle trial in Stockholm
On 24 September 2020, Keolis, in partnership with Urban ICT Arena, Telia, Ericsson Intel and T-engineering, launched a new autonomous self-driving, electric minibus trial in Stockholm, Sweden, using 5G technology to remotely control and supervise the vehicle. This trial aims to explore the safe introduction of self-driving autonomous electric vehicles in complex urban areas with a view to optimising route planning and traffic.
Keolis wins its first heavy rail contract in Australia
On 18 September 2020, Keolis Downer, Keolis’ Australian subsidiary, was awarded a 1.32 billion euro (AUS$ 2.14 billion) contract by South Australia's Department of Infrastructure and Transport to operate and maintain the commuter rail network of Adelaide in the State of South Australia. This is the first time this network will be managed by a private operator.
The contract, which takes effect on 31 January 2021, is for an initial period of eight years, extendible to twelve years. As part of this contract, Keolis Downer will deliver more services and improve passenger experience.
Sweden: Keolis renewed in Stockholm to operate fossil-free and new electric buses, a step forward for greener mobility
On 3 July 2020, the Swedish public transport authority (PTA) Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL) awarded Keolis a four-year extension worth 500 million euros to operate and maintain a fossil-free bus fleet in Stockholm, Sweden.
Understanding passengers to meet their needs
Keolis has developed extensive customer knowledge to better address citizens' expectations about public transport.
Looking at things from a customer perspective
Lifestyles, travel habits, diverse passenger profiles and expectations at different moments of a journey, service quality, accessibility and barriers to using public transport ... These are just a few of the topics the Group investigates. Understanding passengers in all their diversity, including those who prefer to use their car, is key to Keolis’ ambition to develop a service offering designed for passengers, with passengers.
A broader view of mobility today… and tomorrow
Over the last few decades, major developments have transformed the way we live, and today each region faces its own specific challenges in terms of mobility. Since 2007, Keoscopie, Keolis’ mobility trends observatory, has provided the Group with a unique tool to decipher socio-demographic changes and their impact on mobility. The digital revolution has accelerated this change, and in 2015 Keolis partnered with Netexplo to launch the first international observatory of digital trends (lien vers Observatoire des mobilités digitales) to imagine mobility tomorrow.
An in-depth focus on passengers
Keolis strives to satisfy the diverse expectations of all its passengers and employs various study methods to propose solutions tailored to their needs:
Qualitative : group meetings, individual interviews, observations, workshops ...
Quantitatives : analysis of ticket data, telephone surveys, in-field service tests, observatories...
The number of customer interviews conducted in Bordeaux during the tender won by Keolis in 2009 for the management of the urban transport network.
Keolis-Netexplo "digital mobility” observatory
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HBO’s ‘Insecure’ will end after its upcoming fifth season
After years of heartbreak, friendship, mirror rapping and, of course, awkwardness, “Insecure” will be coming to an end after the next season.
Issa Rae, the creator of the popular show, made the announcement on Wednesday on Twitter, ahead of filming for the fifth season.
“Very excited to film our fifth and final season! We couldn’t have told a complete story without the tremendous support of our audience and the faith of (HBO). See y’all soon!” she said.
But this might not be the end of Rae on HBO. In a statement, Amy Gravitt, executive vice president of HBO Programming, hinted at possible future projects with Rae.
“This talented team has conceived a brilliant final season for ‘Insecure’ and we look forward to having many more stories to tell with this singular group of collaborators,” Gravitt said.
(CNN and HBO share parent company WarnerMedia.)
“Insecure” follows the (mis)adventures of Issa Dee and her friend Molly as they navigate life and love in their late 20s and early 30s while living in Los Angeles.
The show, which won an Emmy at last year’s awards, was renewed in May for a fifth season. Table reads for the season began in September, according to Rae’s social media.
Though a release date for the final season has yet to be announced, Rae told CNN in June that fans can expect the season “to be different in a great way.”
“I think different in a way that the audience will expect and won’t expect,” Rae said. “It’s definitely going to showcase some different sides to our characters. We’re trying something new next season that I’m excited about.”
No further details were divulged, so fans will just have to tune in to find out.
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Massachusetts Pioneer Valley Bus Drivers Join AFSCME
By Neal Tepel
Boston, Massachusetts – Bus drivers and bus monitors of the Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative have voted to become part of AFSCME Local 93. After considering several option the 224 workers decided that AFSCME made the most sense for their group.
“We’re very glad to welcome the bus drivers and bus monitors,” said Frank Moroney, Council 93 executive director and also an AFSCME International vice president. “As the hard-working public employees that they are, they deserve the best collective bargaining representation out there, which is what we’re going to give them.”
At Council 93, they join more than 45,000 who are state, county, and municipal employees in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont. Members of Council 93 work in a wide range of fields and include corrections officers, school cafeteria workers, airport employees and municipal highway employees.
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National Union Celebrates Federal Nurses Week
By Stephanie West
Washington, DC – Across America, 100,000 federal nurses are caring for our nation's veterans, active duty troops and families, and some of our most vulnerable populations. In light of their critical role to our nation's health and well-being and their shared commitment to public health care systems, the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) resolved to honor these dedicated public servants with an annual week of recognition, called Federal Nurses Week. Beginning Sept. 22nd through 28th, this yearly event aims to introduce America to these nurses who work around the clock to keep our nation healthy and strong.
"In so many different ways government employees are working diligently to serve and protect us," says J. David Cox Sr., AFGE National President and sole nurse serving on the national executive council of the AFL-CIO. "Nurses in the federal sector are often overlooked and we're advocating to change that. As a nurse who spent more than 20 years serving veterans, I know first-hand the sacrifice and dedication federal nurses bring to their jobs. We proudly champion this important new annual celebration of these dedicated caregivers by establishing an annual week of recognition for their crucial role in government service."
Led by the union's Nurse Steering Committee and National Veterans Affairs Council (NVAC), AFGE is also working with members of Congress for the national recognition of Federal Nurses Week through legislation. This designated week encourages workers and agencies around the country to host celebratory events and tackle issues that directly impact federal nurses such as safe staffing, training and overtime limits.
"When we established the Nurse Steering Committee within AFGE we set out to fully represent the issues facing nurses at the federal level," said AFGE District 8 National Vice President Jane Nygaard.
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Mountain Equipment Co-op and LUSH Cosmetics have announced their stores will be closed on Friday, Sept. 27, 2019, so that staff can participate in global climate strikes planned to coincide with the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York. (Wikimedia Commons)
MEC and LUSH stores to close on Friday for global climate strikes
Retailers will be closed on Sept. 27 so that staff can march in demonstrations
Karissa Gall
Two retailers will be closing on Friday so staff can march in the youth-led climate strikes happening all over the world.
Vancouver-based Mountain Equipment Co-op and UK-based LUSH Cosmetics announced they will be closing their doors Sept. 27 to allow staff to join demonstrations in their communities.
READ MORE: World leaders feel the heat in upcoming UN climate summit
MEC CEO Phil Arrata wrote on the company’s blog that the current rate of climate change will cause significant impacts to where people live, work and play.
“As Canada’s leading outdoor retail co-op, we are deeply concerned,” Arrata wrote.
LUSH Cosmetics, which is temporarily shutting its doors in Canada and in the U.S., has said it looks to harness its six million social media followers to call for action.
The company grows ingredients in regenerative farms, uses solar power to offset its retail energy consumption, sells packaging-free products, and supports grassroots environmental justice organizations.
The global strikes, to persuade leaders to act against environmental disaster, are inspired by Swedish teenager and climate activist Greta Thunberg.
The strikes are timed to coincide with the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York this week.
READ MORE: Some Canadian schools, colleges move to accommodate climate strikes
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State water board demands more water for fish
The Moccasin Reservoir on the Tuolumne River stores supplies for San Francisco and the Bay Area. San Francisco and some San Joaquin Valley irrigation districts will have to reduce what they take under newly adopted state standards.
(Jae C. Hong / Associated Press)
By Bettina BoxallStaff Writer
In an unprecedented step, state regulators Wednesday adopted standards that would force San Francisco and several big San Joaquin Valley irrigation districts to give some of their river supplies back to the environment.
But they also left the door open to agreements that would significantly undercut those flow requirements — underscoring the winding path that marks any significant change in California water policy.
The vote by the State Water Resources Control Board is by no means the final say on the matter. Settlement discussions will continue next year. And water users have vowed to challenge the flow mandates in court.
Under the new requirements, water districts would have to reduce their historic diversions from three salmon-bearing rivers, the Stanislaus, Tuolumne and Merced. Average flows on the three tributaries of the San Joaquin River now range from 21% to 40% of what they would be without dams and diversions. At times the river beds hold as little as 10% of the natural flow.
Not only would greater river flows improve conditions for struggling salmon populations, they would ultimately boost needed inflow to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, the ecologically ailing center of California’s water system.
Many of the water users have diversion rights that date back a century or more. They have fiercely criticized the board plan, which would collectively cost them 300,000 acre feet of supply — or roughly 15% of their total diversions on all three tributaries.
Irrigation districts argued Wednesday that if the board adopted the flow requirements, it would start a years-long legal war and hinder progress in improving environmental conditions in the delta watershed.
They urged the board instead to give them more time to forge settlements with state water and fish and wildlife agencies.
Officials with those departments have spent the last month in intense negotiations, trying to strike accords — which the state board has encouraged but cannot take part in.
California Fish and Wildlife Director Chuck Bonham told board members an agreement had been reached on the Tuolumne River, but not on the Stanislaus and Merced rivers.
Bonham and Department of Water Resources Director Karla Nemeth supported voluntary agreements as the best way to quickly achieve environmental improvements.
They presented the outlines of a settlement framework for the entire delta watershed, including the Sacramento River Basin, which is next in line for new flow standards.
Under their proposed agreements, water districts would make habitat improvements, such as expanding floodplains and building up spawning beds with gravel.
They would also boost fish flows — but to a lesser degree than mandated by the board. Farmers would fallow land to free up irrigation supplies.
Over a 15-year-period, the state would contribute $900 million and water users, $800 million, to a fund to pay for habitat improvements and water purchases for the environment.
The proposed framework would “make things actually happen in a timely way,” said Nemeth, who called it a historic collaboration.
But environmentalists — who have criticized the board’s standards as too weak — condemned the proposed settlement terms as wholly inadequate.
“The settlement is less than half of what the water board asked for,” said Doug Obegi, an attorney with the Natural Resources Defense Council.
“Without any protections for the delta itself and a proposal that the public would pay for a lot of the water, it looks like the state’s strategy has been to ask for less to get to yes,” he added.
The board vote caps years of discussions and staff work on a long overdue update of water quality standards for the delta.
Regulators have until now principally focused on the harmful environmental effects of the delta’s pumping operations that send water south and have helped push native delta smelt and salmon to the brink of extinction.
The tributary flow standards extend the onus of meeting delta protections to upstream diverters who have long escaped responsibility for the delta’s ecological woes, despite their massive withdrawals from the river systems that feed the delta.
“I think the time to act is now,” board Chairwoman Felicia Marcus said when the five-member panel voted — with one “nay” from member Dorene D’Adamo — to adopt the plan at the end of a 10-hour hearing.
At the same time, Marcus encouraged water users to continue settlement talks. And she noted that it would take more work to implement the standards in the form of regulations.
“This is one step.… I do think today is an important day in the spirit of moving forward. We have a lot more work to do.”
Commercial salmon fishing groups, which have suffered closed seasons and declining catches, praised the board action.
“Today’s vote represents the setting of the bar, and water users will either rise to meet it or get beaten in court,” Noah Oppenheim, executive director of the Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen’s Associations, said in a statement.
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Bettina Boxall is a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter who covers California water and the environment for the Los Angeles Times, where she has worked since 1987.
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Pay Hike at Quinn Ups Ante in Salary War
Less than five months after the first salary hikes began in Southern California, a Los Angeles-based firm is again upping the ante. Quinn Emanuel Urquhart Oliver & Hedges, one of two firms that led the first round of raises in September, told associates Thursday evening that the firm would match new pay scales recently announced in New York. Effective March 1, first-year salaries will increase $10,000, to $145,000. Will this second round of increases catch on?
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Actress Jordana Grolnick Accuses George H.W. Bush of Being Grabby
Really, we're doing this again (see Actress Accuses George H.W. Bush of Sexual Assault)? Apparently we're doing this again. Another actress has accused former President George H.W. Bush of "sexual assault." This allegedly happened in Maine.
Jordana Grolnick now says that other actors had told her before the photo that Bush had a reputation for fondling during photo ops, but she didn’t take it seriously.
“I guess I was thinking,” she says, “‘He’s in a wheelchair, what harm could he do?’”
Then her question got answered.
“We all circled around him and Barbara for a photo, and I was right next to him,” she says. “He reached his right hand around to my behind, and as we smiled for the photo he asked the group, ‘Do you want to know who my favorite magician is?’ As I felt his hand dig into my flesh, he said, ‘David Cop-a-Feel!’”
Grolnick says others in the room “laughed politely and out of discomfort.” Former first lady Barbara Bush was among those nearby. “[She] said something along the lines of, ‘He’s going to get himself put into jail!’ to which we laughed harder,” Grolnick says.
Ok. So while we all agree that it was absolutely inappropriate, we're chalking it up to him being a dirty old man. And not something remotely tied to Harvey Weinstein and #MeToo--
“Now that the #metoo movement has brought this all to light, I think I should have been a little more alarmed to be touched so inappropriately by a man who was once the leader of the free world. He knows the power he has, and the reverence he deserves, even while sitting perhaps somewhat senile in a wheelchair."
Talk about defining deviancy down.
Again, if you are this concerned with people who are sharing their #MeToo stories (see Conservative Woman Pens Powerful Essay on Sexual Assault #MeToo), claiming this is sexual assault completely cheapens the experiences of the women who are tweeting #MeToo.
While we agree a man, wheelchair bound or not, shouldn't grab a woman's ass, ass-grabbing is not the same as rape. Tush touching isn't the same as being cornered in a hotel room while a powerful man fertilizes a potted plant with his man juice.
So yeah, Bush was acting inappropriately. But not sure it warrants the level of OMG it's being given.
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CHILD ABUSE: Hospital Rescues Starving Baby From Vegan Parents...
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Vegans, as a whole, have a questionable track record when it comes to decision making (see Famous Anti-Meat Vegan Who Climbed Mt. Everest? Yep, She Died...). Obviously not all vegans are slack-jawed ninnies with cold, lifeless eyes. Black eyes, like a doll's eyes. Speaking of lifeless, this baby veggie-eater was being raised the vegan way by his parents. Aaand he almost died because of it.
A 14-month-old Italian baby, who was reportedly fed a vegan diet, has been removed from his parents after arriving at a Milan hospital seriously malnourished. The baby... was taken to the hospital by his grandparents a week ago and doctors were shocked to see the poor state of the baby's health and a body weight only just slightly higher than a newborn. Blood tests revealed the child was severely malnourished with calcium levels barely adequate to survive.
He is now recovering in hospital. It is not the first time that vegan diets have provoked alarm in Italy. Four children have been hospitalised within the last 18 months...
Look, it's one thing for you to choose a crappy diet for yourself. If you want to impose your annoying vegan-ness onto other adults, fine (watch Hilarious! If Meat-Eaters Acted Like Pompous Vegans). That's your prerogative. Albeit a stupid one that puts your health at risk. Also an annoying one that ruins dinner parties. But to force those questionable choices onto your child - a baby - is a whole other can of grass-fed worms. But seriously; subverting your child's safety just so you can claim some moral high ground? Not good. Even if that moral high ground is animal-cruelty-free and organic. Because the animal that really matters is your baby. See how that works?
Can we just take a moment to address something? This is child abuse, just like forcing your kid to be gay (yes that really happened). Same crappy parenting - different stupid cause. Also, this baby almost starved to death. So there's that. Can't say I blame the hospital for going full WTF and taking him away from his parents. Apparently this isn't the first time veganism has screwed over a kid and it won't be the last. So not only is it completely wimpy and unfun, but it's been officially ruled as abusive. Hurray for science!
Vegans have the right to neglect themselves, sure. Neglecting their children? Not so much. You can't deny a kid's right to bacon. That's God-given.
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Sci-Port Discovery Center in Shreveport. This 92,000-square-foot downtown museum overlooks the Red River and has nearly 300 hands-on science and math exhibits, 70 interactive programs and demonstrations, a planetarium and a domed IMAX theater. It has been recognized by Parents magazine as one of the nation's ten best science centers.
Gators and Friends Adventure Park in Greenwood. Pet a baby alligator, race high-speed go-karts, play your favorite arcade games, and zip-line throughout the park. See alligators during daily feeding shows and enjoy the exotic petting zoo and pony rides.
Lincoln Parish Park in Ruston. This site boasts a 10-mile mountain bike trail that’s considered one of the best in the South for both advanced and novice riders. Other amenities include RV campsites, a 1.25-mile walking trail and a lake filled with some of the best bass in north Louisiana.
Mitcham Farms Peach Store in Ruston. Mitcham Farms is the largest peach orchard in Louisiana, and offers a variety of peaches as well as peach treats, products, and homemade peach ice cream in their Peach Store.
Biedenharn Museum & Gardens in Monroe. The Coca-Cola Museum inside the Biedenharn Museum & Gardens is a must-see for the kiddos!
Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo in Monroe. This 80+ acre zoological park and gardens features a Zooasis Splash Pad, playground, Safari Boat ride, Petting Zoo and Train. See over 400 birds and animals with over 100 species.
Gators and Friends Adventure Park in Greenwood
Biedenharn Coke Museum in Monroe
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Central Louisiana
Gator Country Alligator Park in Natchitoches. Gator Country Louisiana is the largest alligator park in Louisiana. The seven-acre park houses over 250 American Alligators and features alligator feeding shows, a Petting Zoo, Bird Sanctuary, Reptile House, Jungle, Tortoise Exhibit, Rocky Racoon Resort and an on-site restaurant that serves, of course, alligator.
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches. This LEED certified building is a wonder to explore. The exhibits trace the history of sports in the Bayou State and illustrate their significance to Louisiana.
Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile in Natchitoches. Kaffie-Frederick is Louisiana's oldest general store, filled with anything one could possibly need, including childrens' toys old and new.
Hayes E Daze Ranch in Forest Hill. Guided horseback trail rides in the Kisatchie National Forest. With over 70 miles of trails to choose from, a route can be selected for any rider's skill level.
T.R.E.E. House Children's Museum in Alexandria. Children will love learning about science, math, arts & the world around them through hands-on exhibits and interactive programming. Also featuring a playground and community garden.
Louisiana Maneuvers & Military Museum in Pineville. For those kids who love history, this is a great place to visit. Built as a replica WWII barracks, this museum houses memorabilia and artifacts from the WWII era, as well as WWI and earlier time periods. View life size military vehicles, authentic military uniforms, and historic pieces from the home front.
Kaffie Frederick General Store in Nachitoches
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches
Louisiana Maneuvers and Military Museum in Pineville
Children’s Museum of Acadiana and Lafayette Science Museum in Lafayette. More than a dozen permanent exhibits at the children’s museum focus on demystifying the grown-up world for youngsters, allowing them to discover first-hand what it means to be a grocer, a dentist, an ambulance driver, a chef, an artist and more. The science museum next door has a state-of-the-art planetarium.
Rutherford Beach, Cameron Parish Gulf Coast. This sandy spot on the 180-mile Creole Nature Trail is the Louisiana Gulf Coast’s prime destination for shell collectors. Click here to download a free shelling guide and checklist.
Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center in Baton Rouge. Here is something you would not expect in the middle of Louisiana’s capital city, a 103-acre conservation, education and recreation center focused on the area’s pre-development ecosystem. In addition to a mile of paths and boardwalks through a cypress-tupelo swamp and hardwood forest that is a haven for birders, the nature center’s exhibit building has natural artifacts, a minerals display and live animal exhibits—the latter in case your encounters on the trail with turtles, raccoons, rabbits, opossums and deer are limited.
U.S.S. Kidd in Baton Rouge. This ship is one of the few Fletcher-class destroyers that survived World War II—in fact, the Kidd survived a direct hit from a Kamikaze fighter in the Pacific theater. No child can resist the fun of the steep and narrow ladders connecting the ship’s decks.
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium in New Orleans. The largest free-standing museum dedicated to insects in the U.S., the 23,000-square-foot facility has more than 50 live exhibits and galleries. Shrink to bug size, wander through a mysterious Louisiana swamp, and be captivated by thousands of butterflies in an Asian garden. The really adventurous visitor should check out “Bug Appétit,” where visitors can taste chef-created bug dishes.
Global Wildlife Center in Folsom. This safari tour on the New Orleans Northshore offers visitors the opportunity to mingle with giraffes, camels, zebras, kangaroos and other exotic wildlife.
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HomeSuper LeagueHuddersfield sign England Academy star George Roby
Huddersfield sign England Academy star George Roby
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Huddersfield have signed England Academy international George Roby from Warrington on a two-year deal.
The 18-year-old hooker, who came through the ranks at Warrington and earned England honours at academy level, has committed to the Giants until at least the end of 2022.
Roby said: “I’m just buzzing to get started, I’m raring to go and it’s great to be getting started at a big club like Huddersfield, the stadium is absolutely unbelievable.
“I’ve signed a two-year deal and my ambition is to play Super League, but first I want to prove what I can do in training and then hopefully I can play first team.
“Ian Watson is one of the best coaches in the world at the minute and It’s obvious that the club have got some big names like Aidan Sezer, I’ve watched Aidan play NRL and if I could play alongside him it would just be incredible.
“I’ve been on a lot of zoom calls with the academy and it’s just amazing. The set up that they have is incredible and Huddersfield is a club that gives the young lads opportunities, so it was a no-brainer to sign the deal.”
Weclome to the Giants George……
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Huddersfield managing director Richard Thewlis said: “This is another move concluded some time back which, given the academy are due to return to training at the weekend, is appropriate to announce now.
“The availability and possibility to sign any of the current England Academy squad is something that the club constantly monitors and we were delighted when George contacted us earlier in the year.”
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Edmonton mall map system aids shoppers
West Edmonton Mall has launched a high-tech map system to aid shoppers in finding their way around the largest shopping center in North America.
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Visiting the center can become quite a daunting experience as shoppers try to navigate an area the size of 48 city blocks, with more than 800 stores. To overcome this problem, Triple Five Corp., owners of the mall, have introduced a high-tech direction system. It consists of two high resolution screens measuring 65-inches each, with a touch-screen facility which can be used by two people simultaneously, Edmonton Journal says.
The first of the kiosks is situated close to the Ice Palace, outside Zara on Level Two. It is envisaged that 20 kiosks will become available over the next six-month period. The interactive map indicates the routes to restrooms, stores and elevators.
This method allows the mall management to update the system as tenants move about or move in and out of the center.
The system cost the owners $300000, with a total project cost of more than $1m. However, the technology will be used at two other facilities, American Dream Meadowlands in New Jersey and the Mall of America in Minnesota.
The system uses Android devices for communication and this allows visitors to download directions, send coupons and digital content directly to their mobile phones.
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Clear to partly cloudy. Low 26F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.
Lady Raiders fall to West Virginia 83-78
MORGANTOWN, W. Va. – The Texas Tech Lady Raider basketball team fought all 40 minutes, but came up short, 83-78, on Wednesday night at WVU Coliseum.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Led by a season high 28 points from Vivian Gray, the Lady Raiders went blow for blow with the Mountaineers, who were coming off a 92-58 win over then-No. 17 Texas in the same building last weekend.
Gray, who scored 15 in the second half, was one rebound short of a double-double, pulling down nine boards to go along with three assists, two steals and three blocks. Gray was one of four Lady Raiders in double figures, followed by Najé Murray who had a season high 18 points. Maka Jackson and Lexi Gordon each had 11 points on the night—Jackson's a new season high, and Gordon's 11 all scored in the second half.
Led by Gray's seven points and Murray's five in the opening frame, Texas Tech got out to an early lead in what would turn out to be a back-and-forth first period; however, West Virginia scored 10 of the final 15 points of the first quarter to lead 21-14 after the first 10 minutes of play.
Led by eight points from Gray in the second period, the Lady Raiders trailed by eight heading to the half, after holding West Virginia to 36.8 percent shooting in the second quarter.
Tech outscored the Mountaineers, 28-25, in the third quarter to cut the deficit to five heading into the final 10 minutes of play. Gray, Gordon, Murray and Alexis Tucker each had five or more points in the frame, as the Lady Raiders shot 8-of-15 in the quarter and turned the ball over only one time.
Gray added eight more in the fourth, including a long three to pull Texas Tech within four with under a minute to play; however, the Mountaineers did just enough to keep the Lady Raiders at bay and finish off the win.
The Lady Raiders will be back in action on Sunday afternoon when they host No. 21 Texas at 3 p.m. at United Supermarkets Arena.
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A Treasury of Bridge Tips
Edwin (Eddie) Kantar
This is a new completely revised 3rd edition of Kantar's classic. This ebook is not meant for beginners, nor is it aimed at experts - it is directed at players somewhere between these extremes who would like to improve their game substantially. Bonus tips remind you to count tricks, not points when preempting, and that the player who makes a preemptive bid is not the player who takes the sacrifice. You will also learn such valuable tips as how to be aggressive in the bidding with fitting hands.
You will learn a whooping 540 tips and the card symbols are set in color to make reading even more...
Scarne on Teeko
John Scarne
Teeko was the most successful game Scarne invented. There were many Teeko clubs and tournaments in the US and abroad. Even Orson Welles was an avid Teeko player. Despite its initial success and clever game design, Teeko has fallen out of favor and only a small fan community remains and plays Teeko today.
Teeko reminds me on the game 4-in-a-row since winning patterns are four in a row horizontally, vertically or diagonally, as well as four pieces in a square. But since pieces can be moved after the initial placement phase, it borrows from checkers and chess. It is also quite similar to the...
Skarney
From the back cover:
John Scarne, the world's foremost game authority, proudly presents Skarney, his new fantastic card game creation. Skarney is the first really new basic card game concept of this century. It can be played in 30 different ways, each a terrific game in itself. In fact, additional strategy, excitement and flavor are added to each new game played. Skarney is not only a true partnership game, but a true single-handed game that can be played by two to six players, each playing for himself. It has bluff as in Poker, scores like Canasta, and is played like no other game. It has...
Scarney Dice
John Scarne invented many games. None had any lasting success, although many of them a very clever inventions. This is a collection of games with dice.
Scarney Dice, the fantastic, new dice era, is without a doubt the greatest contribution to dice playing since the invention of dice back in the prehistoric Neanderthal days. There are forty terrific, exciting, new kinds of dice games for home, club, and casion that may be played with the Scarney Dice. Included among this group of fantastic skill and chance games are Scarney Dice, Scarney Poker Dice, Scarney Duplicate...
The World's Greatest Puzzles
Timothy Hyde
Timothy Hyde has been a puzzle fan all his life.
For pure enjoyment and challenge there is nothing like a great puzzle. They extend our minds, force us to look at things in different ways and provide a great stimulus for creative and innovative thought.
Timothy has been lucky that over the years he has been able to use a range of different puzzles in his own performances, keynote presentations and creative thinking workshops. He has been commissioned in the past to design specific Puzzle Challenges for many companies including KFC & Pizza Hut. He is now making 19 of his favourite puzzles...
Take Your Tricks
Over 550 Declarer play tips you can take to the bank.
Acclaimed bridge expert Eddie Kantar offers valuable warm-up tips along with card combinations and safety plays. This ebook focuses on the "play of the hand". Its non-controversial tips were written for almost any player beneath "expert" who genuinely desires to improve his or her game. After reading this book, you will start making more contracts and you will be convinced your bidding has been improved - and you may be right.
1st edition 2002; this electronic edition 2006; 168 pages.
The Modern Chess Instructor 1
Wilhelm Steinitz
Steinitz having elevated chess to a science starts out very systematical and explains movement, mode of capture and the value of the various pieces. The bulk of the book is an analysis of six openings: The Ruy Lopez, Double Ruy Lopez, The Scotch Gambit, The Two Knight's Defence, Petroff's Defence and Philidor's Defence. He concludes with all 17 games played in the match Steinitz - Tchigorin, Havana 1889, which was won by Steinitz.
Steinitz also started to write part 2 .
1st edition 1889; 237 pages.
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In this second part of Steinitz's masterly written work only section 1 appeared. It describes Ponziani's opening and Giuoco Piano.
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1st edition 1895; 78 pages
The Forcing Pass
This book is the outgrowth of a series of articles on the "forcing pass" which Eddie wrote for the American Contract Bridge League Bulletin, appearing from June 1982 through June 1983. He completely reworked and revised it in 2006.
While these articles were appearing, Eddie took special note of hands on this subject. As he was dealing with uncharted territory, it is not too unusual that he has altered many of his original opinions. Eddie is now satisfied that a partnership utilizing the methods advocated in this work will have a decided advantage over a partnership which has no understandings....
Chess Rules of Thumb
Lev Alburt & Al Lawrence
This ebook gives you the winning principles of chess in clear, short statements. Three-times U.S. Champion Lev Alburt and World Chess Hall of Fame Curator Al Lawrence have put together three centuries of insights from the masters. Fun to browse or to read from cover-to-cover, it's a book that all chess players, from beginners to grandmasters, will enjoy for a lifetime.
Backed up with diagrams and illustrations to help you remember key principles, a glossary of essential chess terms and a rundown on all major openings, Chess Rules of Thumbs will improve your chess play. And it's great fun...
The Odds Against Me
If he'd had a touch of larceny in him, he could have been the number one card sharp of all time. Instead, the author of these fabulous memoirs, born to a mother who considered gambling the "devil's tool," puts his extraordinary gifts to far different purpose.
He has used his incredible gambling sense, his miraculously dexterous fingers, his brilliant mathematical mind, his fascination with carnival and gambling life, to become America's number one authority on gambling and odds.
He was the greatest practitioner and analyst of card and dice sleight of hand. His artistry impressed FDR as...
Chess Novelties
Henry Edward Bird
This is a book on creative, innovative and unusual openings. Prof. Hoffmann writes in the introduction "With the courage of his opinion, Mr. Bird has decided to embody these tabooed openings and games arising from them in an independent volume. Here in black and white he has set down the heterodoxies of which he is accused, and he submits them to the judgment not alone of critics who have pinned their faith to certain special lines of play, but to that of the whole Chess world."
1st edition, 1895; 344 pages.
Introduction by Professor Hoffman
Preliminary Remarks
As to Originality of Invention ...
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Dick's Games of Patience
William B. Dick
This was the first widely popular American collection of patience games or solitaire with cards.
1883. Dick and Fitzgerald; 154 pages.
Explanation of Technical Terms
Tam O' Shanter
Napoleon's Favorite
The Gathering of the Clans
Napoleon at St. Helena
The Fifteen Puzzle
The Calculation
The Surprise Party
The Four Kings
The Contra-Dance
The Queen's Audience
The Betrothal
The Phalanx
The Idle Year
The Reinforcements
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The House...
Patience with the Joker
Professor Hoffmann
Very rare set of original games making use of the Joker card, invented by Angelo John Lewis and published under his stage name. You will find games for one and two players.
Goodall, London, 1907; 48 pages.
Technical Terms used in Patience Games
GAMES FOR ONE PLAYER
The Stepping-Stones
Whist Patience
Baccarat Patience
The Double X Ray
The Chessboard
The Seven Squares
The Captive Queens
The Railway Junction
Patchwork Patience
The Four Bridges
Peg Out
GAMES FOR TWO PLAYERS
The Flower Show
Illustrated Book of Patience Games
Learn 63 fun and stimulating patience games from this book. A deck of cards, a flat surface and you are ready to challenge and entertain yourself. This is a translation from the German book Illustriertes Buch der Patiencen.
5th Edition, Routledge, London, 1904; 123 pages.
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eBook The Lawrenceville Stories (A Touchstone book) epub
by Owen McMahon Johnson
Author: Owen McMahon Johnson
Genre: Fiction
Publisher: Simon & Schuster; 1st Touchstone ed edition (February 1, 1987)
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The Lawrenceville Stories book. He wrote about marriage, divorce, and golf.
The Lawrenceville Stories book. My only critique would be the mashing of these stories as the book I purchased did not run the stories chronologically. Hickey is dismissed from school and then suddenly reappears without explanation. Owen McMahon Johnson was an American writer.
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Owen McMahon Johnson (August 27, 1878 - January 27, 1952) was an American writer best remembered for his stories and novels cataloguing the educational and personal growth of the fictional character Dink Stover
Owen McMahon Johnson (August 27, 1878 - January 27, 1952) was an American writer best remembered for his stories and novels cataloguing the educational and personal growth of the fictional character Dink Stover. The "Lawrenceville Stories" (The Prodigious Hickey, The Tennessee Shad, The Varmint, Skippy Bedelle, The Hummingbird), set in the well-known prep school, invite comparison with Kipling's Stalky and Co. A 1987 PBS mini-series was based on them.
Owen McMahon Johnson (August 27, 1878 – January 27, 1952) was an American writer best remembered for his stories and novels cataloguing the educational and personal growth of the fictional character Dink Stover. The "Lawrenceville Stories". The "Lawrenceville Stories" (The Prodigious Hickey, The Tennessee Shad, The Varmint, Skippy Bedelle, The Hummingbird), set in the well-known prep school, invite comparison with Kipling's Stalky & Co. A 1950 film, The Happy Years, and a 1987 PBS mini-series were based on them.
Owen Johnson books and biography Free pdf books from Bookyards, one . The "Lawrenceville Stories" (The Prodigious Hickey, The Tennessee Shad.
Owen Johnson books and biography Free pdf books from Bookyards, one of the world's first online libraries to offer ebooks to be downloaded for free. Owen McMahon Johnson (August 27, 1878- January 27, 1952) was an American writer best remembered for his stories and novels cataloguing the educational and personal growth of the fictional character Dink Stover. A 1992 PBS mini-series was based on them.
All of Owen Johnson's Lawrenceville Stories (The Prodigious Hickey, The Tennessee Shad, The Varmint, Skippy .
All of Owen Johnson's Lawrenceville Stories (The Prodigious Hickey, The Tennessee Shad, The Varmint, Skippy Bedelle, The Hummingbird) collected into one volume. Owen Johnson, who attended the Lawrenceville School, writes masterfully on the subject of male camaraderie and what life was actually like among the young boys at the prestigious boarding school.
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A literary gem of 1910 prep school life. Published by Thriftbooks. com User, 17 years ago. My first encounter with Owen Johnson's immortal "The Lawrenceville Stories" was way back in the early 1970s, when my father's older sister gave him a copy.
Presents the three classic works which depict the school day escapades of Dink Stover, Doc Macnooder, and the Tennessee Shad
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My first encounter with Owen Johnson's immortal "The Lawrenceville Stories" was way back in the early 1970s, when my father's older sister gave him a copy. Even today, I remember his helpless laughter as he sat and read the book in just one or two gulps--he could scarcely put it down and got red-faced with the giggles dozens of times throughout the book. As an adult, I bought myself a copy, and it remains a treasured book. Even those who have no prep school experience will enjoy these tales of boys being boys and working so hard to avoid working that they end up working even harder than they would have had they done things by the book.
My all-time favorite piece in the book remains "The Great Pancake Record," in which shrimpy little Johnnie Smeed is found to have the most enormous appetite known to anyone at Lawrenceville--and is therefore put on display as the man who can take all comers in an ongoing pancake-eating contest at a local restaurant called Conover's. Of course he is misjudged by his slight physical appearance:
"Mr. Conover," said Hickey, in the quality of manager, "we're going after that pancake record."
"Mr. Wilkins' record?" said Conover, seeking vainly the champion in the crowd.
"No--after that record of YOURS," answered Hickey. "Thirty-two pancakes--we're here to get free pancakes today--that's what we're here for."
"So, boys, so," said Conover, smiling pleasantly; "and you want to begin now?"
"Right off the bat."
"Well, where is he?"
Little Smeed, famished to the point of tears, was thrust forward. Conover, who was expecting something along the lines of a buffalo, smiled confidently. "So, boys, so," he said, leading the way with alacrity. "I guess we're ready, too."
"Thirty-two pancakes, Conover--and we get 'em free!"
"That's right," answered Conover, secure in his knowledge of boyish capacity. "If that little boy there can eat thirty-two, I'll make them all day free to the school. That's what I said, and what I say goes--and that's what I say now."
This is my favorite of the stories, but they're ALL this good. You just can't beat Owen Johnson for understanding boys and their motives and ways, and you certainly can't beat him for giving you something to wonderful to laugh at while never making the boys seem ridiculous.
Ziena
this is a trip back in time and so enjoyable. i first found the work through the PBS channel special.
Chilele
Entirely enjoyable reading for an old codger who attended boarding school many, many years ago.
TheSuspect
A fantastic series for everyone, but especially preteens.
Wyameluna
For anyone who hasn't read this book or seen the special episode on American Playhouse, you're missing out. This boook is full of laughs, colorful characters, and stories to delight anyone. It's refreshing to be able to read a novel that is thoroughly entertaining and well written.
Macage
I was a student at the prestigious Lawrenceville School from 2004-2008. I have to say that many of the stories tucked away in the pages of this timeless classic are very reflective of the poise and pride that all of the students still hold today for their school. As a member of the infamous Kennedy house (The Kennedy), I can say that the stories of time in the house and around campus give a fair insight as to life of a typical Lawrenceville student. Great book and great movie.
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This ed. from Touchstone was tied to the PBS series and contains only the first two of the collections: "The Prodigious Hickey" and "The Tennessee Shad." The older Simon and Schuster ed. 1967 contains "The Varmint" as well, which introduces Dink Stover.
Since neither is in print, I'd recommend getting the S&S ed.
None of these prep school stories interested me.
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Triad inversions
- So far we've only looked at triads in a root position,…which means the root is the bottom or base note.…Since there three notes in a triad, they can have three…possible bottom or base notes.…Not only the root, but the the third and the fifth as well.…We call the triad with the third in the base the…first inversion.…The triad with the fifth in the base is the…second inversion.…All three of these have distinct sounds while retaining…the quality, major, minor, diminished or augmented,…of the triad.…
Let's discuss first and second inversions.…In the first inversion of a triad we play the chord with…a third as the bottom note, the root at the top and the…fifth is tucked in the middle.…Let's use a C major triad as the example, for clarity.…Root position of the C major triad is C E G.…(piano music)…The first inversion of a C major triad has an E…on the bottom, followed by a G…and then a C on the top.…
You'll notice when we play the first inversion, the triad…has a distinctly different sound than when in root position.…
Julian Velard
Music theory is fundamental to making and playing music. However, no one has taught it in such a user-friendly and songwriting-focused way as we do here, using both keyboard and guitar to demonstrate the techniques.
Professional musician Julian Velard starts the course with the building blocks of harmony: notes, scales, intervals, chords, inversions, and basic chord progressions. He then goes into voice leading—showing how to move from one chord to another by changing just one or two notes—and reviews common song forms, from the familiar verse/chorus/verse of pop to the simple verse of the blues. At the end of each chapter, Julian explains the songwriting techniques shown in the chapter within the context of his own original commercially released songs.
Understanding scales, intervals, and keys
Triads or three-note chords
Common major-scale chord progressions and cadences
Voice leading
Song form elements such as verse, chorus, bridge, hook, and more
Using common song forms in songwriting
The Business of Songwriting: First Steps
with Garrick Chow
Music Theory for Songwriters: Harmony
with Julian Velard
Songwriting Techniques with Chords
2h Intermediate
Music Theory for Songwriters: Rhythm
with David Franz
Why is music theory important and useful?
1. The Building Blocks of Harmony
The octave
Seven white notes and five black notes
The diatonic scale and the major scale
Intervals: Major and perfect
Intervals: Minor, augmented, and diminished
The concept of key
The circle of fourths and fifths
Figuring out intervals
2. Triads and Chord Progressions
Triads: The basics of chords
Common major scale chord progressions
Authentic cadences
Plagal, half, and deceptive cadences
Triads, chord progressions, and cadences in a song
3. Chord Progressions and Voice Leading
What is voice leading?
Voice leading one note between triads
The suspended chord
Voice leading two notes and three notes between major triads
Voice leading two notes and three notes between minor triads
Changing the bass note of a chord
Voice leading chord progressions in a song
4. Song Forms
The importance of song form
Beats, bars, and phrases
The elements of song form
The intro song form element
The verse song form element
The chorus song form element
The hook song form element
The refrain song form element
The bridge or middle-eight song form element
The pre-chorus song form element
Familiar pop song forms
Verse/chorus/bridge forms
Simple verse form
Verse without chorus form
AABA 32-bar form
Through-composed song forms
Looking at a song's form
Songwriting Music Theory Audio + Music Music Composition
Video: Triad inversions
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Mac Gems
By J.R. Bookwalter, Contributor, Macworld |
Capto review: A bigger, better Mac screen capture utility
Mac utility expands on the abilities of the former Voila with a more robust set of tools for capturing screen or websites and recording Mac or iOS screens.
Global Delight Technologies Capto 1.0.2
on Global Delight
Born from the ashes of the former Voila, Capto ($30 single user; $20 student/educator; $80 family pack) was built from the ground up as a completely new Mac application to handle not only screen capture, recording, and annotation, but also basic video editing in up to 4K resolution.
Voila users will feel right at home—aside from the darker appearance and a few user interface nips and tucks, Capto could be mistaken for Voila 4 at first glance. You organize a library of images and videos from the left-hand pane, with buttons across the top for accessing the key tools.
The star of Capto is the new video editing tools, which deliver a wider variety of creative possibilities on top of the existing capture, recording, and annotation features.
There are more than 50 new features, including quick preview from the bottom capture tray and a full-screen video player, but it’s the under-the-hood changes longtime users will most appreciate. Capto is now faster than Voila, a change you’ll feel every time you use it.
Two of my favorite improvements are non-destructive editing across the board, and the ability to add multiple annotations. The software also recognizes other image-capable applications installed on your system, adding them to a list of one-click “send to” locations from the Share menu. (You can also add destinations manually, and Capto can be configured to share to cloud and FTP services as well.)
Capture this
When it comes to capture, everything can be done from the menu bar, whether you need the full screen, just a small area, a specific window or menu, or even floating panels, which can be awkward or impossible to grab from other apps. There are also keyboard shortcuts available, which can be customized in preferences.
No matter where video is playing on your Mac, Capto can record it at 60fps for smooth playback in up to 4K resolution.
Capto records full HD video of the entire screen or a selected area at 60 frames per second (fps) for smoother results, although files are actually saved at 30 fps or less. For those on Retina display-equipped Macs, there’s an option to automatically scale video to 1x during recording to keep frame and file sizes manageable.
With Capto, users can start from a new, empty canvas, rather than with an existing image. This is done by selecting File > New and entering the desired width and height, but there’s a shortcut available from the capture tray. From there, simply assign a background canvas color, then add images, text, or annotation as needed.
Despite its enhancements, Capto retains the archaic packaged library format of the previous app, which isn’t designed with cloud storage or multi-system access in mind. By default, anything captured with or imported into Capto (including video files) is copied to a library stored in the Pictures folder. I’d prefer to leave larger files where they are and link to them instead, but if internal storage is an issue, Capto can be configured to store the library in another location.
Capto’s smart collection features allows users to automatically sort new or imported images and video with a minimum of effort.
Video editing is one area where Capto stands head and shoulders above Voila, as well as costlier screen capture utilities like Snagit. Instead of just trimming the head or tail of a clip, you can now cut out entire sections, crop them, or join multiple videos into one.
I particularly liked the new annotation options for adding shapes, arrows, callout bubbles, text, or blur to videos. Users can adjust where annotations are shown in the timeline annotations, with multiple elements on overlapping layers.
Image annotation is a snap with Capto, which features a darker user interface and more than 50 new features since the last version of Voila.
There is also a smattering of audio editing tools built in for adding quick fades to the head or tail of a clip, changing volume levels, and adjusting or entirely muting selected regions. One thing you can’t do is add or replace audio, which is a missed opportunity—Capto won’t import standalone audio files, and lacks the capability to do much more than mute an existing track.
Finally, Capto’s video capabilities extend beyond the Mac: With an iOS device plugged in, the software can capture, edit, and annotate action taking place on your smartphone or tablet as well.
With Capto, it’s easy to grab images from anywhere on your Mac or iOS devices, then organize them into collections for later use.
Global Delight offers a 15-day trial on its website, and existing owners of Voila or the company’s other flagship title Boom 2 can upgrade at a 50 percent discount. (Capto can import existing Voila libraries.)
Goodbye Voila, hello Capto—and with it, more capable video editing and annotation tools at an affordable price unmatched by the competition.
Capto expands on the abilities of the former Voila with a more robust set of tools for capturing screen or websites and recording Mac or iOS screens that can be easily shared with other applications and popular cloud services.
Powerful new video editing, annotation features
Multiple annotations per session with non-destructive editing
Mac and iOS screen recording
One-click sharing to social networks, cloud storage services
Limited audio editing functionality
Library content stored inside package, no links for larger media files
Occasional performance issues when attempting to import unsupported media
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5 Ways to Live Like a Romance Novel Heroine
By Anna Maltby
Somos Photography/Veer
Even if you're not a fan of those ubiquitous supermarket bodice-rippers, you have to admit you've spent at least a little time daydreaming about having a Fabio-type come sweep you off your feet into the Happily Ever After. Totally unrealistic, though, right?
Well, according to the authors of a new book, it might not be. The authors of Wild, Wicked & Wanton: 101 Ways to Love Like You're in a Romance Novel (out today from Adams Media), Christie Craig and Faye Hughes (both romance novelists themselves), argue that finding and keeping Mr. Wonderful is as simple as adopting the attitude and relationship rulebook of the "innocent ingénues," "good girls next door," and "blissfully bad bitches" of the sexy genre.
As Craig and Hughes say: "There are ... attributes we give our heroines to help them deal with all the relationship crap. We're talking about courage, strength, wisdom, and some good ol' kick-ass gumption. Our heroines don't wish they had said something, they say it. They don't sit around and fret about their problems, either. They set out to fix them. They dig deep within themselves, discover their hidden strengths, and write their own happy endings."
Sound corny? Okay sure, it kind of is. But we're also kind of loving some of the rules Craig and Hughes set forth for their heroine, Jayne. A selection of our favorites:
Don't confuse a mistake with a character flaw. A mistake is a one-time thing — something that can be fixed. But a character flaw is a permanent defect. Craig and Hughes say, "Once a man has cheated, he's probably going to do it again ... and again."
The only way to get what you want is to ask for it. Solid advice in relationships and elsewhere. "Jayne learned a long time ago that the best way to succeed in life is to identify your goal and then set out to attain it. Part of that attainment process involves stating your goal to the people who matter. That means, if she wants a better table at a restaurant, she tells the maitre d'. If she wants a promotion at work, she tells her boss. And if she wants a monogamous relationship with her boyfriend? Well, that means she tells [him]."
The problem with going out of your way to make a good impression is that you have to live up to it. Craig and Hughes tell the tale of Jayne's meeting her new boyfriend's family for the first time — and his insistence that he pick out her outfit, set the rules for conversation topics, and remind her which was the salad fork. Jayne refuses to wear the three-piece suit her boyfriend, Brit, picks out for her (do they even make those for women?), thinking, "If her personal style wasn't good enough for his parents, maybe it wasn't good enough for Brit. She soon learned it wasn't. Was she heartbroken? Maybe a little, but Jayne knew there was nothing wrong with her personal style and someday she'd meet a man who'd love her for who she was."
Never question your instinct or your granny-panty safety net. The authors maintain that granny panties are "a way to ward off temptation and make sure the clothes stay on, until you are ready for them to come off." Pretty true, in our experience.
There really is a difference between having sex and making love. As much as we shudder at the M-L phrase, Craig and Hughes have a point: "Sex that is driven solely by lust will eventually lose its spark, while sex driven by love comes with rechargeable batteries."
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We're Loving Rita Ora's Cover of Beyoncé's "Drunk In Love "
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NYSE:CNC
Centene Stock Forecast, Price & News
Adding Centene Co.
Volume4.13 million shs
Average Volume3.84 million shs
Centene Corporation operates as a multi-national healthcare enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured individuals in the United States. Its Managed Care segment offers health plan coverage to individuals through government subsidized programs, including Medicaid, the State children's health insurance program, long-term services and support, foster care, and medicare-medicaid plans, which cover dually eligible individuals, as well as aged, blind, or disabled programs. Its health plans include primary and specialty physician care, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, emergency and urgent care, prenatal care, laboratory and X-ray, home-based primary care, transportation assistance, vision care, dental care, telehealth, immunization, specialty pharmacy, therapy, social work, nurse advisory, and care coordination services, as well as prescriptions and limited over-the-counter drugs, medical equipment, and behavioral health and abuse services. This segment also offers various individual, small group, and large group commercial healthcare products to employers and directly to members in the Managed Care segment. The company's Specialty Services segment provides pharmacy benefits management services; health, triage, wellness, and disease management services; and vision and dental, and management services, as well as care management software that automate the clinical, administrative, and technical components of care management programs; staffing services; and services to Military Health System eligible beneficiaries. This segment offers its services and products to state programs, correctional facilities, healthcare organizations, employer groups, and other commercial organizations. Centene Corporation has a collaboration with AT&T. The company provides its services through primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, and ancillary providers. Centene Corporation was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
21st out of 1,558 stocks
Hospital & Medical Service Plans Industry
5th out of 10 stocks
Centene has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.88, and is based on 13 buy ratings, 3 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.
According to analysts' consensus price target of $83.91, Centene has a forecasted upside of 31.1% from its current price of $63.99.
Centene has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.
Centene has received 929 “outperform” votes. (Add your “outperform” vote.)
Centene has received 619 “underperform” votes. (Add your “underperform” vote.)
Centene has received 60.01% “outperform” votes from our community.
MarketBeat's community ratings are surveys of what our community members think about Centene and other stocks. Vote “Outperform” if you believe CNC will outperform the S&P 500 over the long term. Vote “Underperform” if you believe CNC will underperform the S&P 500 over the long term. You may vote once every thirty days.
Centene does not currently pay a dividend.
Centene does not have a long track record of dividend growth.
In the past three months, Centene insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $29,353,867.00 in company stock.
Only 1.90% of the stock of Centene is held by insiders.
91.50% of the stock of Centene is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.
Earnings for Centene are expected to grow by 3.61% in the coming year, from $4.99 to $5.17 per share.
The P/E ratio of Centene is 17.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 23.56.
The P/E ratio of Centene is 17.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Medical sector average P/E ratio of about 26.14.
Price to Earnings Growth Ratio
Centene has a PEG Ratio of 1.07. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.
Centene has a P/B Ratio of 2.10. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Hospital & medical service plans
Sub-IndustryManaged Health Care
SectorMedical
Current SymbolNYSE:CNC
Previous Symbol
CUSIP15135B10
Webwww.centene.com
Employees56,600
P/E Growth1.07
Outstanding Shares579,800,000
Next Earnings Date2/9/2021 (Confirmed)
OptionableOptionable
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Centene (NYSE:CNC) Frequently Asked Questions
How has Centene's stock price been impacted by COVID-19 (Coronavirus)?
Centene's stock was trading at $57.95 on March 11th, 2020 when COVID-19 (Coronavirus) reached pandemic status according to the World Health Organization. Since then, CNC shares have increased by 10.4% and is now trading at $63.99.
Is Centene a buy right now?
17 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Centene in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings, 13 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" Centene stock.
View analyst ratings for Centene or view MarketBeat's top 5 stock picks.
What stocks does MarketBeat like better than Centene?
Wall Street analysts have given Centene a "Buy" rating, but there may be better short-term opportunities in the market. Some of MarketBeat's past winning trading ideas have resulted in 5-15% weekly gains. MarketBeat just released five new trading ideas, but Centene wasn't one of them. MarketBeat thinks these five stocks may be even better buys.
When is Centene's next earnings date?
Centene is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, February 9th 2021.
View our earnings forecast for Centene.
How can I listen to Centene's earnings call?
Centene will be holding an earnings conference call on Tuesday, February 9th at 12:00 AM Eastern. Interested parties can register for or listen to the call using this link or dial in at Not Available.
How were Centene's earnings last quarter?
Centene Co. (NYSE:CNC) posted its quarterly earnings results on Sunday, November, 1st. The company reported $1.26 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.96 by $0.30. The company earned $29.09 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $28.30 billion. Centene had a return on equity of 13.45% and a net margin of 2.00%. The company's quarterly revenue was up 53.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $0.96 earnings per share.
View Centene's earnings history.
When did Centene's stock split? How did Centene's stock split work?
Centene shares split before market open on Wednesday, February 6th 2019. The 2-1 split was announced on Tuesday, February 5th 2019. The newly minted shares were payable to shareholders after the closing bell on Tuesday, February 5th 2019. An investor that had 100 shares of Centene stock prior to the split would have 200 shares after the split.
What guidance has Centene issued on next quarter's earnings?
Centene issued an update on its FY21 earnings guidance on Friday, December, 18th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $5.00-5.30 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $5.44. The company issued revenue guidance of $114.1-116.1 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $115.74 billion.
What price target have analysts set for CNC?
17 brokerages have issued 1 year price targets for Centene's stock. Their forecasts range from $67.50 to $103.00. On average, they expect Centene's stock price to reach $83.91 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 31.1% from the stock's current price.
View analysts' price targets for Centene or view Wall Street analyst' top-rated stocks.
Who are some of Centene's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Centene include UnitedHealth Group (UNH), Anthem (ANTM), Cigna (CI), Humana (HUM), Molina Healthcare (MOH), Magellan Health (MGLN) and Triple-S Management (GTS).
View all of CNC's competitors.
What other stocks do shareholders of Centene own?
Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Centene investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Alibaba Group (BABA), UnitedHealth Group (UNH), Micron Technology (MU), CVS Health (CVS), Intel (INTC), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Visa (V), AbbVie (ABBV) and Cisco Systems (CSCO).
Who are Centene's key executives?
Centene's management team includes the following people:
Mr. Michael Frederic Neidorff, Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 77, Pay $9.06M)
Mr. Jeffrey Alan Schwaneke CPA, CPA, Exec. VP, CFO & Treasurer (Age 44, Pay $3.52M)
Ms. Brandy Lynn Burkhalter, Exec. VP & COO (Age 47, Pay $2.72M)
Mr. Mark J. Brooks, Exec. VP & Chief Information Officer (Age 50, Pay $2.04M)
Mr. Jesse N. Hunter, Exec. VP of Mergers & Acquisitions and Chief Strategy Officer (Age 44, Pay $3.16M)
Mr. Christopher R. Isaak B.B.A., CPA, Sr. VP, Corp. Controller & Chief Accounting Officer (Age 53)
Ms. Jennifer Gilligan, Sr. VP of Investor Relations
Mr. Christopher Andrew Koster, Sr. VP, Gen. Counsel & Sec. (Age 55)
Mr. Matthew Snyder, Sr. VP of Internal Audit, Compliance & Risk Management
Mr. Patrick John Rooney, Sr. VP of Health Plans
What is Centene's stock symbol?
Centene trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "CNC."
Who are Centene's major shareholders?
Centene's stock is owned by a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include State of Alaska Department of Revenue (0.04%), IFM Investors Pty Ltd (0.01%), Gateway Investment Advisers LLC (0.01%), Pennsylvania Capital Management Inc. ADV (0.01%), Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (0.01%) and First Hawaiian Bank (0.00%). Company insiders that own Centene stock include Brandy Burkhalter, Christopher D Bowers, Jeffrey A Schwaneke, Jesse N Hunter, Jessica L Blume, John R Roberts, Keith H Williamson, Kenneth A Burdick, Michael F Neidorff, Orlando Ayala, Richard A Gephardt, Robert K Ditmore and Tommy G Thompson.
View institutional ownership trends for Centene.
Which major investors are selling Centene stock?
CNC stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including State of Alaska Department of Revenue, Gateway Investment Advisers LLC, and Endurance Wealth Management Inc.. Company insiders that have sold Centene company stock in the last year include Brandy Burkhalter, Jeffrey A Schwaneke, Jesse N Hunter, John R Roberts, Kenneth A Burdick, Michael F Neidorff, Orlando Ayala, Richard A Gephardt, Robert K Ditmore, and Tommy G Thompson.
View insider buying and selling activity for Centene or view top insider-selling stocks.
Which major investors are buying Centene stock?
CNC stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Pennsylvania Capital Management Inc. ADV, IFM Investors Pty Ltd, Louisiana State Employees Retirement System, First Hawaiian Bank, NuWave Investment Management LLC, Redpoint Investment Management Pty Ltd, Carroll Financial Associates Inc., and CX Institutional.
View insider buying and selling activity for Centene or or view top insider-buying stocks.
How do I buy shares of Centene?
Shares of CNC can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
What is Centene's stock price today?
One share of CNC stock can currently be purchased for approximately $63.99.
How big of a company is Centene?
Centene has a market capitalization of $37.10 billion and generates $74.64 billion in revenue each year. The company earns $1.32 billion in net income (profit) each year or $4.42 on an earnings per share basis. Centene employs 56,600 workers across the globe.
What is Centene's official website?
The official website for Centene is www.centene.com.
How can I contact Centene?
Centene's mailing address is 7700 FORSYTH BOULEVARD, ST LOUIS MO, 63105. The company can be reached via phone at 314-725-4477 or via email at [email protected]
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Jestem Tutaj The Polish Hit by Marzia Gaggioli
Marzia Gaggioli is popular on the net for composing and singing in many different styles of music (pop, rock, hip-hop, jazz, classical etc...) but maybe even more for the fact that she loves singing in many different languages (more than 20). She has recorded 7 albums in English language, 4 albums in Italian, 2 albums in German, 1 in album in French and 1 album in Spanish and Portuguese. At this point she thought it would be nice and intriguing to try to sing in different languages, almost a challenge with herself we can say, so here the idea for her first multilanguage album named " I Love The World" has born.
In 2012 the Polish song called "Jestem Tutaj" was discorvered by Polish audience and it became a big Hit in Poland. With more than 1 million and 800 thousand views this video got the first positions in the National You Tube Music Chart for several weeks, giving a hard time to the Korean rapper Psy and his viral song "Gangnam Style".
Thousand and thousand of fans from Poland asked for more songs in their language and so Marzia decided to compose more Polish songs for them, and actually she is busy recording a whole Polish Album that will be realeased the next year.
It is possible to listen to and download all her Polish songs at Bandcamp Music Store but don't forget that "Wroc Do Mnie" is still a "Work In Progress" album, more songs are coming, stay tuned!
"I Love The World" includes 10 songs in 10 different languages, it's a real journey around the world passing through China, Japan, India, Africa , Russia, Turkey, Poland, Romania, Hungary and Dutchland.
Jestem Tutaj Video - Polish Hit!
These are all Polish Hit by Marzia ;) Have a good time!
Don't forget to visit and subscribe to Marzia's You Tube Channel to be always updated about her new Videos!
All About Marzia Gaggioli Editor
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Upfront News and Views: USA Makes a Major Play for Millennials
Simon Applebaum
Archived in
Tomorrow Will Be Televised Upfronts/NewFronts
USA Network is taking a dramatic turn into scripted programming, focusing on stories in which people find themselves up against extraordinary circumstances, often not of their own choosing. This should appeal to Millennials who've demonstrated a big appetite for complex plots and characters, explained USA President Chris McCumber. "There's a major demographic change underway," he added, "and this demographic tells us they want to see unexpected, complicated heroes who defy the odds and come out (victorious) on the other side.” When the focus was not on scripted programming it was on expanded offerings from World Wrestling Entertainment: A reboot this summer (starting June 23) of “Tough Enough,” the unscripted search for new grapplers, with some segments live, and the move of “Smackdown” from NBC Universal sister net Syfy to USA next winter. A short Q&A session at the end would have given McCumber time to elaborate on all of this. That didn't happen, leaving reporters to find USA executives and talent for answers -- if they could stick around.
Simon Applebaum has covered the TV medium for more than 38 years. Now a regular MediaVillage columnist, he produces and hosts Tomorrow Will Be Televised, a program all about TV, now in its 12th year. Previously, he was a senior editor for various TV-centric … read more
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Mendocino Community Library
Mendocino Study Club
Good Reads / Community Library Notes
Review by Priscilla Comen
The Chain, by Adrian McKinty, is the tense story of a girl, Kylie, and her mother, Rachel, and all the other mothers and children in the plot. As Kylie is on her way to school, she is forced into a car and driven to a house where she is handcuffed in the basement. A highway patrolman is shot by the kidnappers. Meanwhile Kylie’s mother, on her way to the oncologist for a blood test report, receives a phone call that gives her specific instructions on how to get her daughter back. She must pay a hefty ransom, and kidnap another child. She must keep the chain going.
Told from the viewpoint of each character, the story is updated every half hour, keeping the reader in suspense. Kylie tries to think of an escape plan, Rachel follows the instructions given to her. She goes to the bank and gets $15,000 dollars from the manager and wires it to an unknown person via the internet. She buys a small handgun and a dozen burner phones. Pete, Kylie’s uncle, comes on the scene. The Chain allows him to assist Rachel.
Rachel breaks into a large house with a basement near the river. Danny Peterson is her number one choice, but his father is a cop, so she drops him as her choice. Pete injects heroin and gathers his guns. He’s a vet of several wars. He gives Rachel advice and will do anything to save Kylie. Toby Donleavy is Rachel’s next choice and Pete climbs into their back yard after they have gone to work and school and bugs their phones. Because Toby has gone to a friend’s house after soccer practice, Rachel and Pete kidnap his little sister, eight-year-old Amelia, and take her to the basement of the big house on the river. Rachel calls the mother and tells her about the ransom money. It’s $100,000 dollars this time.
They give Amelia cold cereal for breakfast, but because of the nuts she has an allergic reaction. As she is dying, Pete rushes to find a doctor or an antidote to the reaction. Meanwhile Kylie has found a wrench on the floor of the basement and when the male kidnapper comes in, she hits him on the head and grabs his gun. But when she fires it finds he has put empty cartridges in it. He confesses that his wife doesn’t love him and wouldn’t care if Kylie did shoot him. Rachel and Pete give Amelia the meds and she recovers. Author McKinty quotes Macbeth and Schopenhauer in the middle of this horror story. Kylie now has no plan but is released after Rachel kidnaps Amelia and the money is sent. The next mother kidnaps a boy in a wheelchair and the chain continues.
The next kidnap victim has an uncle who is a retired U.S. Marshall. Rachel is determined to end this terrible chain and goes to see the Marshall. Is Rachel successful in ending the chain? Who is managing it? Do Rachel and Pete fall in love? Is this nightmare over? Find out the answers on the new fiction shelf of your Mendocino Community Library.
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Top Reasons to Skip the Beach and Embrace a Mountain Wellness Retreat This Winter
PAID CONTENT FOR Visit Colorado
mbg Contributor By Ashley Mateo
shley Mateo is a freelance writer and editor in NYC. She recieved her B.S. in journalism from Boston University and has written for Self, Women's Health, Runner's World and more.
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Winter vacation used to mean fleeing the cold for warmer weather in locales where you could soak up the sun and not stress about moving much further than from your lounge chair to the water and back. But, today, people aren’t looking to laze around—they want experiences. And that desire is fueling the growth of the adventure travel sector. In 2018 alone, for example, 67% more travelers chose to book outdoor activities than in 2017, according to data from TripAdvisor.
Adventure isn’t just about chasing adrenaline thrills, though. The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) defines adventure travel as including two of these three elements: connection with nature, interaction with culture and physical activity. This winter, skip the cliché beach vacation and, instead, immerse yourself in a world of natural beauty in one (...or two...or three) of Colorado’s many mountain towns, home to dozens of off-the-grid retreats, yoga centers, spas and thrilling activities beyond the ski slopes. Here’s why:
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1. You can find your Zen away from the crowds.
Scientists have long known that practicing meditation can help ease psychological stresses like anxiety, depression and pain, and there’s no better place to relax and reflect than in nature. The beach sounds like a nice place to do that, but when everyone has the same idea, it can be hard to find your own slice of paradise. Shoshoni Yoga Retreat in Rollinsville, 8,500 feet in the mountains above Boulder, is a far cry from the warm weather escapes flooded with tourists. Head into the woods to partake in all-inclusive yoga and meditation retreats that last one night, a full weekend or longer.
Infinite Alignment Retreats in Durango (outside of Denver), Shambhala Mountain Center in Red Feather Lakes (an hour from Fort Collins) and True Nature Healing Arts Center (in Carbondale, near Aspen) also use yoga, meditation, and breath work to help guests reconnect with themselves and the world around them. If you’re meh on yoga but still looking for spiritual enlightenment, head to Crestone in the Mystic San Luis Valley region—the former mining town is now home to a Hindu temple, a Zen center, a co-ed Carmelite monastery, and several Tibetan centers.
2. You can warm up in healing waters.
You don’t need to fly to the Caribbean to find warm waters this winter—the unique geological profile in the Rocky Mountains has produced mineral hot springs throughout Colorado. These waters contain minerals like calcium, sodium bicarbonate, silica, and sulfur, which can at the very least soothe sore muscles but may also help increase circulation and oxygen flow in your body and ease skin issues like psoriasis. And hot springs are trendier than ever—searches for hot springs have jumped by 32%, according to Pinterest's 2019 trend report.
Head to the Spa of the Rockies in Glenwood Springs to soak in the world’s largest hot springs pool. To max out your time, opt for the 90-minute Ultimate Zen package (which includes six separate treatments). Or visit Strawberry Park Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs, which boasts private massage huts and watsu therapy (a kind of aquatic bodywork) in the hot pools fed by natural springs nearby. For a more exclusive experience, stay in one of the private log cabins at Avalanche Ranch Cabins & Hot Springs in Redstone for 24-hour access to three secluded hot springs pools on the 36-acre property.
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3. You can really, truly unplug.
These mountains aren’t exactly known for spectacular cell service, and that’s a good thing. Despite the 24/7 on-call mentality fostered by today’s work environments, research shows that we need nights and weekends to disconnect and recover from those daily stresses. At Dunton Hot Springs, a ghost town from the 1800s that’s been restored as a remote luxury mountain escape in southwestern Colorado, you’ll lose cell service before you even arrive. Offline, you’ll be better able to appreciate the hand-built log cabins, the bathhouse that still uses water from the original hot springs discovered by the Ute Indians and miles of streams and trails where you can spot elk, deer, bald eagles, and other wildlife.
For a different kind of unplugged experience, head to Westcliffe, the state's first certified Dark Sky Community—one of only nine certified Dark Sky communities in the world. Officially, that means the town (tucked in the valley of southern Colorado's Sangre de Cristo Range) has shown exceptional dedication to the preservation of the night sky through education and enforcing lighting ordinances. Unofficially, it means the stargazing is epic and you’ll get the best shuteye of your life without light pollution disrupting your sleep cycles, especially if you book a stay through Dark Skies Vacations—one of their properties even includes a private observatory.
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4. Spa days go way beyond the average salt scrub.
Sure, there’s something nice about getting a rubdown next to the ocean, but mountain spas are sublime. Take the shower massages at The Broadmoor Spa in Colorado Springs, for example—the hydrotherapy treatment is designed to reproduce the sensation of a Colorado rain shower. Allegria Spa at the Park Hyatt in Beaver Creek boasts a Roman-style water circuit, which includes multiple pools, a steam room, a hurricane shower and an essential oil-infused relaxation room. And at Garden of the Gods Club and Resort in Colorado Springs, you can try the Haslauer Pure Sense Soft Pack Bed—a weightless environment that claims to provide the same benefits as a full night of sleep.
Colorado’s unique spa treatments tend to incorporate natural ingredients and aromas from the area, including mountain juniper, lavender, white pine and cedar, as well as flat rocks from the Colorado River and basalt stones quarried from the region, creating a more memorable local experience.
5. You won’t just be sitting on a beach.
While beach vacations offer stunning scenery, there isn’t much priority placed on action. But 53% of Americans believe it’s important to exercise while traveling, according to data from Expedia—and in the mountains, there’s a whole world of adventure to be discovered. Sure, you’ll find skiing in this great state, but you can also try snowmobiling the 120-mile trail from Sunlight Mountain Resort to Powderhorn Ski Resort, cross-country skiing Frisco’s 45 kilometers of groomed trails in the White River National Forest, and snowshoeing the 355 miles of hiking trails in Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park.
There are other unique outdoor activities, too. Outside of Ouray you can scale frozen waterfalls at Ouray Ice Park, a free, man-made park that features more than 200 ice and mixed climbs. In Frisco, Colorado Kite Force offers lessons in snowkiting (like kiteboarding but with skis or a snowboard) on Lake Dillon, and at Monarch Mountain, you can actually paddle a kayak through the snow in a next-level version of sledding. For those who do need a ski fix, venture beyond the typical resort experience. Telluride Helitrax—based out of Telluride, a small town surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks in southwestern Colorado—facilitates access to more than 200 square miles of land and many landing zone options; in a single day, you can ski 10,000 to 14,000 vertical feet through remote, pristine powder. Kind of makes you wonder––what are you waiting for?
Ashley Mateo mbg Contributor
Ashley Mateo is a freelance writer and editor, marathoner, Ironwoman, and yogi based in New York City. She has contributed to Architectural Digest, Men's Journal, Health, Bicycling,...
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MSK Attorneys
Vermont Real Estate Lawyer | Act 250 Lawyer | Permit Law | Environmental Law
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Real Estate, Land Use and Permitting, Act 250 and Municipal Zoning, Litigation, Commercial, Financing, Environmental and Renewables
Georgetown University Law Center, J.D. 1981.
Drew University, B.A. 1976.
Legislative Assistant, Patrick J. Leahy, U. S. Senate 1975, 1976-1977
Director, Legislative Affairs, Food Safety and Quality Service, Department of Agriculture 1978-1981
Associate, Butler Binion, Washington D.C. and Houston, TX, 1981-1983
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Selected by peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers® in various practice areas for over 20 years, including:
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
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Liam maintains a broad practice grounded in all types of real estate matters. Liam’s litigation practice focuses on property law, including disputes involving title and boundary issues, easements, adverse possession and prescriptive easements; public and private road issues; title insurance claims; land use, zoning and Act 250; construction, condemnation and tax appeals. In the course of his practice, Liam has represented landowners, developers, municipalities and neighborhood groups in matters before the United States District Court for the District of Vermont, the Vermont Supreme Court, Vermont Superior Courts, the Vermont Environmental Court, the Vermont Environmental Board, the Water Resources Board, multiple Act 250 District Environmental Commissions, and various municipal zoning and planning boards.
Liam’s transactional practice focuses on representing property owners and developers to establish and manage their operating entities, to acquire, finance, permit, manage, lease and/or sell (including “1031 exchanges”) a wide variety of commercial, residential, hotel, recreational, office and shopping center properties, and to establish condominiums and common interest communities.
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Brazil indigenous tribe ordered to end protest blocking key grains export route
By Lucas Landau
Outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Brazil
NOVO PROGRESSO, Brazil (Reuters) – A Brazilian federal judge on Monday ordered protesters to clear the BR-163 highway, a main route for exporting grains from Mato Grosso state to northern ports, according to a copy of the ruling seen by Reuters.
Members of the Kayapó indigenous tribe had blocked the route in center-west Brazil on Monday, protesting against a lack of government protection from the coronavirus pandemic that has killed several of their elders.
Kayapó wearing warrior body paint and headdresses used tires and wood to block trucks carrying corn on the BR-163 highway, a Reuters witness said.
They were also protesting against the so-called Ferrogrão railway, set to cross part of the Amazon to connect grain-producing Mato Grosso state to river ports for soy and corn.
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Brazil’s highway police recommended that grain trucks heading to Miritituba port in Pará state on the Tapajós River pause their journey because of the demonstrations.
“The recommendation is that trucks wait in Matupá and Guarantã do Norte until the situation is resolved,” said Leonardo Ramos, chief of police in the town of Sorriso. He said traffic was backed up Monday morning for about 3 km (1.8 miles) on the key grains transport route due to the protests.
The tribe had not been consulted about the railroad, which the government hopes to license early next year, the protesters said. It will link Sinop in Mato Grosso to the port of Miritituba, providing a more efficient transport route.
The railway will run parallel to the BR-163 highway, which has become an important route for exporting grains to the river ports for transshipment onto larger ships on the Amazon river.
The BR-163 was built in the 1970s and for years was a treacherously muddy road that became impassable in the rainy season, until it was fully paved this year.
The Kayapo, who live on the adjacent Menkragnoti e Baú indigenous reservations, claim the road has brought illness to their villages and are also seeking reparation money.
(Reporting by Lucas Landau; Additional reporting by Nayara Figueiredo, writing by Anthony Boadle; Editing by Tom Brown and Lisa Shumaker)
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Miami Beach Man's Epic Four-Year Battle Against TSA's Airport Scanners Continues Despite Court Loss
Tim Elfrink
Tim Elfrink | October 6, 2014 | 8:30am
Opinion polls generally show the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) falling somewhere between Kim Il-sung, herpes, and getting hit in the face with a bag full of rancid fish. People cannot stand America's airport security force.
But not too many among the grumbling masses have the commitment to wage a four-year battle against the agency in court to try to reform its pat-down procedures and force it away from body scanners. Part-time Miami Beach resident Jonathan Corbett is about the only activist who fits that description. He's been battling the TSA in federal court since 2010 on two separate lawsuits.
See also: Miami Beach's Jonathan Corbett Stands Up to TSA's Airport Molestation
Both recently lost at the appellate level, but the software developer says he's appealing and hopes to take his privacy concerns to the Supreme Court.
"Some people have asked why I keep fighting," Corbett says. "The truth is, these body scanners are truly the worst solution both technologically and economically that the TSA could use."
Corbett's fight began in 2010 after the TSA installed hundreds of body scanners, which cost nearly $200,00 a pop, in airports around the nation. He filed two suits. The first argued the scanners violated privacy by letting agents look at nude scans of passengers' bodies; the second objected to the genital-groping pat-down that was the only alternative.
His cause got a boost in 2012, when he filmed a video of himself sneaking a piece of metal through Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's machine to demonstrate a flaw in the system.
The video went viral on YouTube, netting Corbett millions of views and scores of new followers for his blog, TSA Out of Our Pants!
In the years since, the TSA has changed its game. Thanks to objections like Corbett's, scanners no longer take nude pics of passengers; instead they give agents a generic body picture to check for weapons.
But Corbett argues that the machines are still inefficient and that traditional metal detectors coupled with explosive detection systems and bomb-sniffing dogs would do a better -- and less invasive -- job. "We've seen a lot of progress," he says. "But the search is still overly broad."
Corbett's suit against the scanners lost 2-1 last month at the U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, based mostly on an argument that he filed too late. But the dissenting judge strongly disagreed, which Corbett believes gives him a window to challenge. He's asking the full 11th Circuit appeals bench to rehear it.
In the meantime, Corbett continues flying regularly for work. He opts out of the scanners and -- believe it or not -- hasn't landed on a no-fly blacklist for his troubles.
"If anything, I think I'm on a do-not-mess-with list," he says. "Last time I went through customs, they didn't ask me a thing."
Tim Elfrink is a former investigative reporter and managing editor for Miami New Times. He has won the George Polk Award and was a finalist for the Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting.
Twitter: @timelfrinkmia
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Scoring / Philosophy
BURGER REGION JUMP LINKS
WEST MICHIGAN:
Fat Boy Burger - Grand Rapids, MI
Perrin Brewing Company - Comstock Park, MI
Redamak's - New Buffalo, MI
Stella's Lounge - Grand Rapids, MI
Studio Grill - Kalamazoo, MI
CENTRAL MICHIGAN:
Blue Gator - Mount Pleasant, MI
Crossroads Bar and Grill - Leslie, MI
Crunchy's - East Lansing, MI
Freddie's Tavern - Mount Pleasant, MI
Green Spot Pub - Mount Pleasant, MI
Klavon's - Vandercook Lake, Jackson, and Mason, MI
Lansing Brewing Company - Lansing, MI
Peanut Barrel - East Lansing, MI
Rookies Burger Bar - Jackson, MI
Schlenker's Sandwich Shop - Jackson, MI
Shamrock Bar - Jackson, MI
West Point Lounge - Jackson, MI
EAST MICHIGAN (GREATER ANN ARBOR AREA):
Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill - Various Locations, MI
Arctic Breakaway - Chelsea, MI
The Barn - Fenton, MI
Basement Burger Bar - Canton, MI
Bone Heads Bar-B-Que - Willis, MI
Bridgewater Bank Tavern - Bridgewater, MI
Casey's Tavern - Ann Arbor, MI
Cleary's Pub - Chelsea, MI
Corner Brewery - Ypsilanti, MI
Dan's Taverns - Saline and Clinton, MI
Fraser's Pub - Ann Arbor, MI
Frita Batidos - Ann Arbor, MI
Full House - Ypsilanti, MI
Hamburg Pub - Hamburg, MI
Jay's Stuffed Burgers - Plymouth, MI
Jerry's Pub and Restaurant - Irish Hills, MI
Johnny's on the Lake - Belleville, MI
Knight's Steakhouse - Ann Arbor, MI (Original Location)
Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger - Ann Arbor, MI
Lucky's Prime Time - Rochester, MI
Mason's Bar and Grill - Livonia, MI
Patriot Pub and Grub - Brooklyn/Irish Hills, MI
Red Rock Downtown Barbecue - Ypsilanti, MI
Red Rooster - Willis, MI
Roy's BBQ and Burgers - Milan, MI
Rusty Nail Lounge - Canton, MI
Salt Springs Brewery - Saline, MI
Sheehan's on the Green - Plymouth, MI
Sidetrack Bar and Grill - Ypsilanti, MI
Thompson's Bar and Grill - Saline/Clinton, MI
Valiant Bar and Grill - Chelsea, MI
Village Tap - Manchester, MI
The Wurst Bar - Ypsilanti, MI
METRO DETROIT:
Achatz Burgers - St. Clair Shores, MI
Atwater Brewery - Detroit, MI
Big League Brews - Taylor, MI
Brome Burgers & Shakes - Dearborn, MI
Bubba's 33 - Macomb and Taylor (coming soon), MI
Clubhouse BFD - Rochester Hills, MI
Falls Sports Lounge - Dearborn, MI
Kid Rock's Made in Detroit - Detroit, MI
Nemo's - Detroit, MI
Mercury Burger & Bar - Detroit, MI
Miller's Bar - Dearborn, MI
Redcoat Tavern - Royal Oak, MI
Tommy's Detroit Bar & Grill - Detroit, MI
Townhouse - Detroit, MI
SOUTHERN MICHIGAN:
Chomp Burger - Adrian, MI
NORTHERN MICHIGAN (LOWER PENINSULA):
Biére de Mac Brew Works - Mackinaw City, MI
Midland Burger Company - Midland, MI
The Side Door Saloon - Petoskey, MI
UPPER PENINSULA:
Clyde's Drive In - St. Ignace, MI
Eagle Harbor Inn - Eagle Harbor, MI
The Gangplank - St. Ignace, MI
The Hut Inn - Kearsarge, MI
Michigan House Cafe and Brew Pub - Calumet, MI
Pat's Bar - Marquette, MI
Bubba's 33 - Macomb and Taylor (Coming Soon)
Reviewed by Lucas
Visited on Sunday, December 30, 2019
In Attendance: The Zimmers
Bubba's 33 Link
MICHIGAN BURGER BOYS SIX STACK OVERVIEW:
Where in the world is Bubba's? It's a good idea to get your bearings. There's one currently in Macomb, and another one opening in Taylor. Just outside the Michigan border, you'll find the one that I went to in Toledo, OH.
Can you tell us about Bubba's 33? Bubba's has an interesting story, as the founder of Texas Roadhouse, Kent "Bubba" Taylor, actually started this new set of restaurants. They pride themselves on making all food from scratch and when I say food, there's a ton to choose from.
What do you mean? Normally when I see a restaurant trying to serve pizza, burgers, wings, and tons more, nothing is really done well, if you know what I mean. Huge menu places often fail to hit the nail on the head. Bubba's 33 seems to be one of the exceptions to this. Everything I saw and tasted was wonderful! According to their website, Kent simply wanted to create a restaurant that encompassed everything he loves, and they're doing a great job overall.
What's the place like inside? It's a little bit of everything. Their restaurants are wonderful spots to watch sports or meet up with friends. Overall, it's just a fun spot where everyone seems to be there for the same reason - to eat good food and have a good drink. Their daily food and drink specials bring in the crowds, and we happened to be there on burger night!
Can you tell us about the burger? Absolutely, and it was good! I ordered the Bacon Burger without all of the produce. It was 1/2 pound total, which consisted of two 1/4 pound patties of beef. They patties are pressed and then stacked with Bubba sauce. I ordered it medium, and it came out pretty close to that.
Final impressions? For a place that offers so many things, their burger was one that I would definitely have again. Also, their burger special allowed us to pick from their entire selection, and they didn't cut any corners like a lot of places do when a deal is on. I would be willing to go back to Bubba's 33 and have their burger and some other menu items again.
Salt Spring Brewery - Saline, MI
Visited on Friday, February 14, 2020
In Attendance: The Booms
Salt Spring Brewery Link
Let's get to it. How's the burger? Salt Spring is a great place to eat and drink in Saline. However, I'd choose something else besides the burger, at least from my experience on this evening. The bun was the killer. It was way too large and bready, as you can see from the photo. It's nice having photo evidence! It's a combination of brisket and chuck and about 1/2 a pound. I can't complain about the meat. It was just too tough to get through that bun.
So where do we go from here? The truffle fries! These are some of the best fries that I've ever had, and I mean that.
It's a brewery, so how about the beer? It's impressive, and I wanted to slide in a copy and paste from their website to provide some good info:
"Craft and science are combined to create true-to-style ales and lagers on a 7bbl, Wisconsin built brewhouse. Salt Springs' chief mustache-wearer and brewmaster, Ed, utilizes his impressive scientific background (former Metallurgist for Aerospace and Biomedical fields) to fine tune water chemistry, mash pH, recipe formulation and all the other amazing things that happen to convert water, grains and hops into delicious beer."
What's a little background on the place? This is a pretty cool location. Salt Springs is in a beautiful 121 year old church, and it is a sight to see. They have created their name from the history of the town, and overall, it's a cool venue with a great story. They also have the best patio in Saline during the warmer months.
What else do I need to know? Their happy hour can't be beat. They offer 1/2 off beers and $2 off wine and apps on Tuesdays through Fridays.
So maybe avoid the burger, but everything else is awesome? Yes! Heck though, even try the burger if you're feeling in the mood.
Visited on Thursday, October 17, 2019
In Attendance: The Fam
The Barn Website Link
Slideshow Link
Is it a barn? It really isn't a barn, but it sure looks like one on the outside! The Barn has tried to create a little bit of a summer atmosphere with outdoor and indoor games, but the actual barn on the outside doesn't give that vibe. On our way out, we saw some posters that provide some history to their theme, and it all revolves around how surf boards were once hand carved in barns. I'm not too sure if this all connects with Fenton, Michigan, but that's the theme they're trying for.
What are the food options? The Barn has a lot of weekday food specials. They have a little bit of everything, but nothing is done too well. More to come on that. They offer lots of sandwiches, Mexican, a waffle fry bar, and more.
What's the burger scene? They offer about eight burgers and they all sounded delicious. I went for the Cowboy Burger, which featured Certified Angus Beef, pulled pork, bacon, BBQ sauce, an onion ring, and cheddar cheese. All of that was served on a pretzel bun. It sounded wonderful, and I was really excited.
How was the burger? For something that seemed to have so much potential, it just didn't taste all that great. In fact, I didn't quite finish it, and that's usually a sign of it just being average. Overall, all of the food ordered up at our table was simply average. If I were to go back to The Barn for dinner, I would consider trying one of their other burgers, so I'm still keeping the door open to try a burger there again.
What's the vibe? The Barn is a little run-down, and it kind of has that loved townie atmosphere a little bit. The games are a real sell, as one can enjoy playing pool, the ring game, darts, and outdoor winter curling and summer volleyball.
What else? Listen, if you are in Fenton and you need a meal, there is a place that serves up some of the best food I've ever had. Visit the Fenton Fire Hall for some unbelievable BBQ and other options, including the winner of MLive's Best Mac and Cheese in the Michigan Contest. Technically, another restaurant that they own won it, but it's the same mac and cheese as confirmed by their manager.
Visited on Tuesday, July, 2019
In Attendance: Higgy
Valiant Bar and Grill Website Link
The title of the place sounds UofM related. Is it? Yes, in fact, it is. The owner of Valiant also owns the legendary The Brown Jug Restaurant on South University on UofM's campus. In all, there are five area restaurants/bars under the same ownership. The name Valiant for this restaurant in Chelsea comes from the UofM fight song.
So is Valiant UofM themed? Yes, and they've spared no expense decking this place out with tons of cool UofM memorabilia. If you're a diehard Michigan fan, check out Valiant for at least a beer to see it all.
Where is it located in Chelsea? Valiant opened in the spring of 2019 and they took over the portion of a strip mall at Main and Old US 12 that was once the Chelsea Grill.
Was it busy on the night of your visit? Not at all.
How was the burger? Not bad. We had just mountain biked 18 miles at the nearby DTE Foundation Trails and we were ready for some food. One thing that Valiant did immediately upon opening was claim that they had the best burger in Chelsea. And, they just may, but at the same time, we didn't leave begging for another. I ordered the All American Burger and it automatically comes with bacon. All of their burgers are 1/2lb. of prime angus beef, and they're served on a brioche bun. A pickle spear and chips come on the side. For the $12 paid, we wished that price included fries. The burger was decent, but the meat seemed a little rubbery and it just wasn't too tender.
Any other takeaways? We thought it was pricey and we weren't impressed with their draft list on this particular evening. We aren't rushing back to Valiant, unfortunately. However, we hope that this nicely decorated restaurant and sports bar is successful in Chelsea.
Reviewed by Kevin
Visited on Saturday, March 23, 2019
In Attendance: Tucker and Armand
Biére de Mac Brew Works Website Link
What kind of burger did you have and how was it? The SOB (Swiss Olive Burger). It was really darn good! I ordered medium and it came out medium and juicy.
What’s it like inside the brewery? Nothing special, but they brew their own beer and have good food, what more do you need? This place is definitely in Mackinaw City and reminds Armand of the 80’s.
Where is this place located? It’s just outside Mackinaw City and it’s actually under birch trees.
How many beers are on tap? We counted 14 craft beers. They’re okay from our experience.
Would you come back for a burger? Oh, yeah. It’s not common to find a tasty and fresh burger like this in these parts.
I know that this question isn’t burger related, but is it true that Mackinaw City won the Northern Michigan Outdoor Hockey League tournament back in 1997? Why, yes it is true! Mackinaw City had a heck of a team and that is all now a distant memory.
Visited on Friday, June 21, 2019
In Attendance: Meg
Townhouse Website Link
So how was the $20 burger? Yes, it's $20. One of our friends said it's like Chicago prices in Detroit, but hey, their location leads to some higher pricing. Suck it up and give it a shot is my advice.
Townhose in Detroit sits right on Woodward in a much rejuvenated portion of Detroit right in that Campus Martius park area. As for the burger, it was delicious!
Can you tell us more about the burger? Sure. According to their menu, it's a proprietary blend of 28 dry aged steak cuts. It's prepared daily and hand pattied on an authentic Plugra butter brioche bun. It's topped with bourbon glazed onions and aged white cheddar. For the side, try some truffle fries. Feel like spending $20 for a burger yet? I bet you do.
What's the atmosphere in there like? It's a really neat place. My burger came out on a wooden butcher block cutting board. All of the servers wear some pretty neat outfits, and there's a few different pockets of seating inside. They've got a great patio area.
Anything else with the burger? They also have a build your own burger, and I'd love to give that a shot too. Overall, this was a wonderful burger. The burger and the fries seemed to be the right amount of food and a few drinks complimented things.
How are the drinks? They have a huge selection of beer on tap, and a nice blend of creative cocktails as well.
There's a Townhouse in Birmingham too, right? Yes.
Visited on Monday, November 5, 2018
In Attendance: Eddie
Midland Burger Company Website Link
What led you there? We were in Midland, and while looking for burgers in the area, noticed that Midland Burger Company won MLive's Best Fries in Michigan contest. The fries were indeed awesome, and the burger was great too. We both got the 'Merica burger.
So great fries and a great burger? Yes, they've got things pretty well covered. They also have some great looking poutine.
Is Midland their only location? They have two in Midland, a food truck, and one in downtown Traverse City too. There is a Grand Rapids location coming soon, and it's great to see MBC expanding.
What are they known for or what else should we know? They pride themselves on hand crafted burgers (there's a nice variety) with very fresh and locally sourced products. We went to the downtown Midland location and it offers up a cool 90's theme and overall vibe.
Back to this best fry thing... They won the contest and they're great! When they won, they were working out of the food truck.
Do they serve alcohol, and if not, what's a good place nearby? They don't, but don't hesitate to make the drive to Bay City and head straight to Jimmy's Four Aces. Play some shuffleboard and hang out with Jimmy. It's worth the trip.
Reviewed by Lucas
Visited on Friday, October 26, 2018
In Attendance: The Jackson Burger Boy (from Shamrock Bar review) and Kathy
Rookies Website Link
Full Review on File
Would you take a date here? Heck no.
Is this a spot to shoot pool and check out some sports memorabilia? Yes.
What is this place known for? Their one-pound stuffed burgers.
Is this the best burger in Jackson? No (Schlenker's is, and many enjoy the West Point Lounge).
Should I check out the full written review on file? Yes, for sure.
Is this a spot with a large variety of beer and should I bring cigarettes? No on the beer, and yes on the cigs. Click for a Rookie's slideshow.
Visited on Saturday, August 3, 2018
In Attendance: Boomer, Gerbe, and Higgy
Perrin Brewing Company Website Link
Should I order the burger? Probably not, but it's a good overall menu.
Good beer? Yes, and plenty of it.
Does this place offer some stuff to do? Yes - awesome shuffleboard tables.
Is this place near downtown Grand Rapids? No, about 20 minutes north.
Worth the trip? Yes, even though the burger didn't stack up.
Do they have TVs and would it be a good spot to watch a game? Yes, for sure.
Kid Rock's Made in Detroit - Detroit, MI (Inside LCA)
Visited on Monday, March 12, 2018
In Attendance: Hunter
Kid Rock's Made in Detroit Website Link
What's the best part of Kid Rock's Made in Detroit? That it's connected to Little Caesars Arena.
Can I go to Kid Rock's and enter the arena through the restaurant? Yes, and they'll scan your event ticket too.
How about the burger? Not bad, but one of the better options at LCA.
What else? Their menu specializes in Detroit and state-wide specialities.
Good drinks? They have a full bar with all the options.
Is it all Kid Rock'ed out? No, surprisingly, there isn't a ton of Kid Rock flare.
Visited on Friday, December 8, 2017
In Attendance: The Foster and Wright Families
Jerry's Pub on the Lake Link
MICHIGAN BURGER BOYS SIX PACK OVERVIEW:
What lake is this on in the Irish Hills? Wamplers Lake
Can you tell me more about the lake scene? Jerry's is right on the lake with a huge deck, sand volleyball, and spots to dock your boat. It's a great place, especially in the summer.
Isn't Michigan International Speedway nearby? Yes, it's very close.
How's the burger? Their steak burger is pretty good! Probably about a 7.5 out of 10. It's 8 ounces of never frozen meat.
Anything to do inside? Yes, they have karaoke a lot and they also have a pool table.
Is there one way in and one way out? Yes. Beware.
Visited on Saturday, September 30, 2017
In Attendance: The Foster Family
Chomp Burger Link
Didn't this place spark quite the Blog post? Yes, read it here.
Cool place? Very cool. They've done an awesome job with the interior.
So, how about that burger? For a joint specializing in burgers, it wasn't good. Once again, read the Blog post.
What else about the burger? It's all organic and fresh ingredients. Well done, Chomp Burger.
What size was the burger? This was the disappointment. The server said it was 1/3 pound, but it sure seemed smaller.
Does the bun really over-power the burger like the photo shows? Unfortunately, yes.
Visited on Friday, July 22, 2017
In Attendance: The McCown Family
Gangplank Link
Full Review on File
What took you so long to check this place out? It was hard for me to not eat a Clyde's Drive In and go here for a burger. I only make it home a few times a year when these places are open.
How's the burger? As of the summer 2018 Kevin was disappointed. It seems like they've fallen into being a tourist trap restaurant. The burger itself is just not as good as it has been in the past. The burger tasted more manufactured and less unique than before.
Would you go back? Not unless I was with someone that made me go.
What makes this place so cool? Easy, location. Sitting on State Street, the Gangplank overlooks the water with a view of Mackinac Island.
Do you need sunglasses to eat here? Yes! If it's a nice day you'll be glad you have them.
Would it be better to spend time in St.Ignace eating a burger at Clyde's Drive In? Yes.
In Attendance: Higgy and Zimmer
Knight's Steakhouse Link
MICHIGAN BURGER BOYS SIX STACK OVERVIEW:
This place has history, right? Yes, it sure does. Ray Knight purchased Knight's Market in downtown Ann Arbor and it later turned into a few Knight's Steakhouses. The original is on Dexter Road in Ann Arbor, MI. Their meats are shipped and served all over the state.
Stiff drinks? They are known for their stiff cocktails. Have one and enjoy.
How's the burger? Every time I've had a Knight's burger, you know one thing will happen: you will get it served exactly as ordered. If you order it at a medium temperature, expect a perfect medium patty served.
At the original, can you explain the environment? Expect a very old-school and retro vibe. They aren't trying for this, it's just how it's been done and continues to be this way. Carpet, comfy seats with wheels, and just that overall lounge feel. I'd recommend sitting in the bar area at the original location.
How's the service? Beyond great. You'll have a cocktail quicker than at any other place. I marvel at the speed.
Where are their other locations? They have three total: Dexter Road in Ann Arbor, downtown Ann Arbor, and Jackson.
In Attendance: Higgy and Boom
Studio Grill Link
What's the first thing that comes to mind? The burger. This is THE burger if you are in the Kalamazoo area. It's one of the best in the state. They specialize in stuffed burgers, and they're amazing.
Wow, can you tell me more? It won the southwest portion of the MLive Best Burger Contest in 2013.
Do they have a bar? Nope, no bar. They are open for breakfast and lunch only. Please make sure you take a look at their hours before going.
What drives them? Serving local and fresh products. They push for a home-cooked feel, and their buns are brought in from Renzemas Bakery in Parchment, MI.
What's nearby? Bell's Brewery.
Anything else? Once again, this is one of the very best burgers I've had in the state. Also, I've heard amazing things about their breakfast. Click here for a Studio Grill slideshow.
Brome Modern Eatery (Formerly Brome Burgers & Shakes) - Dearborn, MI
Reviewed by Kevin
Visited on Tuesday, April 5
In Attendance: Melissa and Lucia
Brome Modern Eatery Link
How's the beef? Brome brings the idea of having a tasty burger choice with healthy burger alternatives. Thunder Ridge beef choices in premium black angus and 100% organic.
What else do they offer beyond the burger? A whole mess of sides including a variety of fries and shakes.
How's the shake? One of the best I've ever had. I'd go for one right now.
Would you go back? Yes! I've already been back and I'll go back again. Everyone that I've talked to that has been here loves this place.
Do you feel better after eating a burger here? Yes I do. It's a relaxing environment with healthier choices.
Why the name change? I just discovered the name change while going over this review. Perhaps they are trying to appeal to a larger audience with the healthy concept. At least they still have shakes.
In Attendance: The Chad
Falls Sports Lounge
How's the burger? Darn good! Every time I go here the burger is cooked to perfection.
It's that good? Yes, I feel like it's one of the best in Metro Detroit and possibly the state.
What else do they have beyond the burger? Fries, waffle fries, and onion rings. Miller Lite and a full bar.
Can you see that well in the Falls? Not unless you are playing pool.
Could this be a place where everyone knows your name? Yes. I only go here with The Chad and when I do, he seems to know everyone in there.
When you're in Dearborn, where are you going to go for a burger? Falls or Miller's? This is an easy question. Falls, of course! This place is uniquely Dearborn and the burger melts in your mouth.
Sheehan’s on the Green
Visited on May 14, 2016
In Attendance: Higgy and Gerbe
Sheehan's on the Green Link
On the green? Yes, it's Sheehan's on the Green. This Irish Sports Pub and Grub sits in the same parking lot as the Oasis Golf Center, which offers up an outside driving range, and a golf dome for the colder months.
Quite the combo, eh? If you love golf and have a few hours, yes, this is one of the best one-two punches you'll find.
How's the burger? Good! Sheehan’s on the Green is “home to the famous gourmet Sheehan burger.” They advertise it on their sign, along with “ice cold beer” and “cocktails”.
Alright, I'm sold. Where's it at? Right at the corner of highways I-275 and M-14.
What else? This place offers up a container of pickles right at the table.
Any entertainment or add ons? They offer a great shuffleboard table and popcorn! Need I say more? Click here for a slideshow.
Aubree’s Pizzeria and Grill
Visited on February 15, 2016
Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill Link
A pizza joint? Hey, I love Aubrees. Their cheese bread is one of my favorite foods anywhere. It was time to try their burger.
How's the burger? Good! Their burgers are hand-pattied and are ⅓ pound of ground chuck. Maybe a little on the small side, but it was a good burger.
Is there anything unique about an Aubree's? Not really, and you've been in places like this before. Aubree's does a great job and you should check one out.
Where are they located? They have 10 locations. Click here for a complete list.
How's their service? Usually interesting. You'll usually walk out with something to talk about during the car ride home pertaining to their service. That doesn't mean it's bad, necessarily.
Any final thoughts? My family and I have been visiting various Aubree's locations for the past 10+ years. We are big fans, and whether you're ordering a burger or pizza, make sure you try their cheese bread.
Lansing Brewing Company
Visited on January 24, 2016
In Attendance: The Fosters and the Bodes
Lansing Brewing Company Link
What's this near in Lansing? LBC is right downtown Lansing, and it's next door to the Lansing Lugnuts Minor League Baseball team and their stadium.
How long has the brewery been around? LBC re-opened in the fall of 2015, and they're bound for major success. They were actually one of the first breweries in the city of Lansing, and I’m talking way back. Over 100 years ago, Lansing Brewing Company served those that were actually building the city.
How's the environment and the building? Awesome. They did a great job with the interior and exterior. If you're in Lansing, and going to a Lugnuts game or not, check out LBC.
Ok, let's get to the burger. It's good, but not one of the best you'll have. Nothing to complain about.
Can you tell me a little about the burger? For sure! Let's get to it. It's a 1/2 pound patty of fresh angus meat and it's cooked to order.
Anything else? Check this place out. If you're in the mood for a burger, it'll be good. But their menu has a lot of nice options as well. Their patio scene looks stunning for the summer and baseball months.
Visited on Friday, March 11, 2016
In Attendance: Jerry, Meredith, Miranda, Pam, Hemmy, and Johan
Atwater Brewery Link
Do you consider this a must visit place in Detroit? Yes, I do! It's in the Rivertown District of Detroit and their entire brand celebrates the city.
How's the burger? Not bad. I'd go elsewhere for a burger.
What about the rest of the menu? They have a lot to offer and you can't go wrong with the pretzel basket.
How about artwork on the labels? Check out Tony Roko!
Would you go back? Yes! As a matter of fact, I've had the opportunity to hit Atwater in the Park located in Grosse Pointe Park. It's housed in a former church!
Where do you park? There is limited parking on the street and a large gated gravel parking lot across the street.
Clubhouse BFD
Reviewed by Kevin and Lucas
Visited on January 9, 2016
In Attendance: Arnold
Clubhouse BFD Link
Why Clubhouse BFD? Well, we needed a good burger before a Pistons game when they played at the Palace of Auburn Hills. We had a hot lead on checking on BFD.
What's BFD stand for? BFD stands for Beer-Food-Drink, and they do a nice job in each area.
Before we get to the burger, how about their drinks? Well, Clubhouse BFD has a MASSIVE beer list, and in fact, they once made one of Draft Magazine's Top 100 Beer Bars.
How's the ambiance? It's a cool place. There's an old newspaper machine that's been converted to a television. It's a great place to catch a game.
How's the burger? Good. Clubhouse BFD starts with ½ pound house blend of Angus, brisket, and short rib. It’s then “seasoned and cooked to perfection”. It was indeed seasoned and cooked pretty close to how we had ordered them.
So, now that the Pistons have moved to Detroit...? If you're in the area, stop in. They pride themselves on evolving and staying unique. We'd like to stop back in soon. Click here for a slideshow.
Visited on November 27, 2015
In Attendance: McCown Family with Nonna
The Side Door Saloon Link
Worth the trip? Oh yeah, it's a must when in the area. The Side Door Saloon will give you a regional experience with a tasty burger.
How's the beef? Tasty and juicy! Their fresh ground beef is locally sourced from Circle M Ranch of Wolverine.
Olives or no olives? I say go for the olive burger. It's what they're known for and it's one of the best I've ever had.
How's the burger/bun ratio? It's spot on. This is something that is important and they've nailed it.
What's up with the frogs? Not sure. They're everywhere you look. It kind of creeps me out. I didn't want to ask and kept my mind focused on the burger.
Anything else? Keep an eye out for crazy skiing specials if you visit here during the winter.
Visited on Saturday, November 14, 2015
In Attendance: Megan and Papa
Lucky's Prime Time
Lucky's? I've never heard of it. Yeah, they've got a chain of restaurants that are all located north of Detroit.
What's Lucky's Prime Time in Rochester like? Well, it's not a sports bar for a burger and a beer. It's a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
What's their restaurant chain like? They offer restaurants that specialize in all sorts of foods. They have a Mexican restaurant in Davison, and overall, they know their food.
How's the beef? At Lucky’s Prime Time, they grind fresh chuck and steak trimmings daily for their hand pattied burgers. All of their burgers are served with all the fixings, and you can substitute steak cut onion rings for only 99 cents.
Is the burger good? Yeah, it's pretty solid. If you're at Lucky's for lunch or dinner, consider it.
Anything else? The onion rings looked delicious, and not ordering them was one of the biggest mistakes I've had on the burger trail. Wow, they sure did look impressive.
In Attendance: Higgy, Mike, and Nolan
Hamburg Pub
Wow, the Hamburg Pub? Yes, and this place rocks. The name says it all.
Where is this place? About 15 minutes north of Ann Arbor. It's a little dive-bar-ish, but such a cool place in the Township of Hamburg.
I assume the burger is good? Yeah, it is pretty good.
What was this place named after? Long story, and you should see our full review on file (link above).
Fill in the blank: This is a good spot to stop after ... mountain biking at Brighton Recreation Area or Island Lake Recreation Area.
Alright, can you get to the burger? It's fantastic. The Hamburg Pub gets their beef from Eastern Market, and it’s never frozen. We immediately took notice as to how large this ½ pound burger seemed, and our server mentioned that they pride themselves on serving their burgers sized after the cooking process is complete. How awesome. So, they probably slap a ⅗ pound burger or so on their grill, knowing it will cook down to a ½ pounder. In the end, it was huge. Awesome, just awesome.
What else? Things at the Hamburg Pub blow up for Taco Tuesdays and Karaoke Night!
Patriot Pub and Grub - Brooklyn / Irish Hills, MI
Visited on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 (and various other times)
In Attendance: Greg, Pam, and Jags
The Patriot Pub and Grub Link
What's this place known for? The quantity of food you receive. Massive portions! For example, a small order of nachos comes out on a size large pizza platter.
Where is The Patriot and can you tell me a little bit about the place? The Patriot sits on US 12 between Clinton and Brooklyn. It’s in the heart of the Irish Hills and lots of people stop while traveling from one side of the state to the other via US 12. Also, there are tons and tons of lakes nearby, and it’s a dinner spot for many after a long day. The place has a unique layout, with a long bar that stretches back into the kitchen area. The bar actually gets noticeably darker as it moves away from the general seating of the area. All of their walls and decor are lined with patriotic themes.
How's the beef? All of their beef comes from Jerry’s Market in Tecumseh, MI. They are all cooked to order, and their cooks can come pretty close to what you’re looking for.
How did it taste? This is a solid tasting burger that gets the job done. All of their patties are hand crafted and get grilled on a flat top.
Cheesy? Oh my gosh... this is one of the thickest layers of cheese I've ever seen on a burger.
What else? This is in the heart of the Irish Hills, and if you love side of the road bars, check out The Patriot. Click here for a slideshow.
Visited on Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Tommy's Detroit Bar and Grill Link
What's the first thing off the jump? You must read our full review on file. There is so much history with this place, and you just have to check out more than what this quick six stack will get you.
What's the quick story? It's haunted and the underground railroad.
Where is it in Detroit? Very close to the old Joe Louis Arena. They still offer shuttles to all Detroit sporting events.
How about the burger? Every 10lbs of meat is prepared with Tommy’s special 5 seasoning blend. Their meat is locally sourced from Eastern Market. It's a delicious burger.
Do you recommend anything? This is the MBB recommendation for a burger and a shuttle bus trip to any Detroit sporting event. There are more out there, but this is our recommendation.
What else? Click here for a slideshow of our trip.
Visited on the afternoon of Monday, January 30, 2012 (many return visits)
Visited *NEW* location on Monday, January 5, 2015
In attendance: Lucas, Kevin, and Mr. Kerr
Blimpy Burger Link
What's the first thing off the jump? You have to read our full review. See above for a link.
This is the hot spot in the Ann Arbor area, right? It is. They have moved from their original location, but their history and everything about the place is out there. Go to Blimpy!
It's the experience, right? Yes, absolutely. Make sure you know how to order or things could go very wrong!
I'm nervous - can you tell me more? Click this link on how to order.
Do you have any photos to share? Yes, check this out from our Blog:
New location slideshow
Old location slideshow
Ok, let's get to the burger! Just go have it and you won't be disappointed. It's one of the very best in the state of Michigan. If the Food Network has made multiple trips, we're sure the experience will stack up for you.
Klavon's - Vandercook Lake and Jackson, MI
Visited on Saturday, January 28th, 2015
Klavon's Link
What brings people to Klavon's? Lots of things. This is a very happening place in the Jackson and Mason area. They have done a great job creating this small change.
What's it like? They have done an amazing job with the interior and exterior of the small chain of restaurants. If you go to the Vandercook Lake location, you won't be disappointed. They've done it all. It's a Jackson-area destination for food and drinks.
How's the burger? Pretty good.
The beef? Klavon’s uses black angus beef from Gordon Foods Services that has a lean-to-fat ratio of 77/23, meaning 23 percent fat, which is in line with ground hamburger rather than ground round or sirloin. The half-pound burgers are seasoned with an in-house blend, grilled to order, and served on a buttered and toasted brioche bun.
What's beyond the burger? Their stuffed Chicago-style pizza brings people in from all over the place.
Anything else? Go to Klavon’s and order everything. Check out our full review on file to read more. Click here for a slideshow.
Reviewed by Lucas and Kevin
Visited on Friday, August 8th (Kevin) and 15th (Lucas), 2014
In Attendance: Melissa (with Kevin) and Matt and Brad (with Lucas)
Crunchy's Link
I've heard this is MSU country, correct? Yes, it is. This is a college themed bar and many MSU students frequent it. It's right near campus and all of the other hot spots.
I've also heard that this is the best burger in East Lansing. True? No, Peanut Barrel is. At least in our opinion. The Peanut Barrel review is on file, FYI.
How about the drinks? This is where they really come alive. Crunchy's is known as the original craft beer bar in East Lansing. Also, make sure you ask about the mop bucket of beer!
So what about the burger then? We've heard from a lot of people that this is the best burger on MSU's campus area. So, feel free to check it out, but we do think that the Peanut Barrel is better.
Anything more on the burger? Well, it was almost like you could snap the burger in half.
Ok, we've got it. Check out another location if you want a better burger. Yup.
Visited on July 11, 2014
In Attendance: Megan
Redamak's Link
Geez, is this the place with all the billboards? Yes, it is. If you're heading towards or away from Chicago, you've probably seen a ton of Redamak's billboards.
Beyond the billboards, what lead you there? George Motz’s Hamburger America.
What's the thing with the place? Each burger being cooked in its own pan, the use of Velveeta cheese, and the notion of it being a real burger destination has always made this a must-stop for Michigan Burger Boys.
What else about the place? Lots of quotes. "Legend" and "The burger that made New Buffalo famous" are a few. It's a little bit of a tourist trap.
How about the burger? Good, but not great. I left not find the "legend."
Any last comments? The use of Velveeta cheese makes it unique, and I'd like to try it again. It's a cash only place, which is cool, and Greenbush Brewing in Sawyer is nearby. I bought a t-shirt! Click here for a slideshow.
In Attendance: Kevin’s Family
This review is dedicated to Jim Letcher, RIP
Pat's Bar Link
What's this place like? It's a low key place that serves a great burger. It's no thrills and they do it well!
How's the burger? It's great! I'd say one of the best in the state.
How's the burger to bun ratio? Excellent. Things like this make me happy.
Would you bring your dad here? Yes, I would.
Do they have a pool table? Yes, and that's about it.
Are they open on Sunday? No. Don't make the same mistake I made.
Reviewed by Kevin and Lucas
Visited on the night of Friday, January 20, 2012
Re-Reviewed on Tuesday, July 12, 2014
Casey's Tavern Link
What's the hype? Many in the local Ann Arbor area die by this place. It was voted by Gourmet Magazine as the Best Neighborhood Magazine.
Tell me more. We've been a few times and we've had a few different experiences. Check out our full review for this one, and it's linked above.
How's the burger then? Their hamburger is a 7oz. fresh ground beef patty that you can have cooked to order. They get their meat delivered from Knight's Market three times a week.
What's the size of the place? It's a small location with a very small kitchen. They do what they can. Parking can be a little around the corner.
What's unique about the place? This place owns up to a Tavern atmosphere located near the Ann Arbor Train Station. It’s got a cozy feel inside and is a true must-hit within the Ann Arbor area.
Back to the burger. Any final thoughts? It's a very juicy burger that can deliver.
The Hut Inn Link
How in the world did you find this burger? MBB correspondent, Matt found this place and it's all out greatness.
Where is Kearsarge, MI? It's north of Calumet.
How does the burger taste? It's good. Handmade angus beef patty char-grilled with great textural appearance.
Would you bring your dad here? Yes!
Would it be possible to find Joey Chestnut hanging out here? It's possible! The infamous “Lucchesi Burger” is a 5lb burger that, when eaten in 30 minutes or less, you can have for free and rename this behemoth of a burger.
What's this place known for? This place is known for their generous serving sizes. As my friend’s grandfather says, “You won’t leave The Hut feeling hungry.” If you’re in the mood to stuff yourself even more, they also serve frozen custard.
Visited on May 9, 2014
In Attendance: Melissa
Basement Burger Bar Link
Do you have to walk into a basement to eat here? The Canton location isn’t in a basement like their first burger joint in Farmington Hills, but it is tucked into the corner of a strip mall and it appears to carry the same concept of serving a kick butt burger in a sports bar atmosphere.
How do you order a burger here? You have the option of ordering a premeditated burger or go for it on their built to order menu where they give you a visa marker and you'll have to make some very difficult decisions.
Do you go here a lot? Yes! The burger keeps me going back again and again. I suppose this is my go-to burger joint. They have great burger options and it's cozy with a rotating tap line up.
How are the sides? Awesome! Tots, fries, and they have deep fried pickles too!
Would you bring your dad here? I've tried, but he seems to think that it's not classic enough for him. Perhaps they have too much going on.
What about the other locations? I haven't taken the time to check out the Farmington Hills or newer Detroit location. I'm always looking at other burger options.
The Green Spot Pub Link
Let's get to it. What's the best burger in Mount Pleasant? This is it, but I do wish there was an even better one.
Can you tell me about The Green Spot? This is where I spent the night of my 21st birthday with my family. I was attending CMU and drank Bud Lights with my dad, brother, and uncle for many hours. It's a dive-ish bar with a big shuffleboard table.
Freddies? Yeah, a lot of people like the Freddie's burger in MP. But, I think this one beats it out.
What else about the burger? Hand crafted patty, juicy, and overall delicious. To accommodate the bun, the patty had a large diameter, but it was ⅓ pound.
Where's it at within Mount Pleasant? It's not near the Soaring Eagle Casino, but it's not like it's forever away either. It's at the corner of Mission and Pickard.
Anything else? Nope.
Jay's Stuffed Burgers - Farmington Hills, MI
Please Note: The Plymouth location from our visit is now closed and Jay's Stuffed is now located within Papa's Pizza and BBQ in Farmington Hills, MI.
Visited on Tuesday, February 11, 2014
In Attendance: Stimac
Jay's Stuffed Burgers Link
What's up with their burgers? This stuffed burger thing is no joke. Their Angus beef was nice and tender, and the amount of cheese in the middle was pretty solid. It definitely oozed from the burger. Overall, the stuffed concept worked really well. It was a little greasy, but we don’t mind.
New location? Not sure, haven't been there.
How about a little more about the stuffed burger concept? The secret to their success is that everything is homemade and practically made from scratch. Their burgers, as you can guess, are stuffed with anything you can imagine. One could go for their Paul Bunyan Burger, which features stuffed made-from-scratch mashed potatoes. Beyond burgers, they like to promote their homemade Turkey Chili.
Any one-liners? "Sin-burgers"
The cheese is in the meat? Yes!
Anything else? Well, with never going to the new location, I don't have much to add. But, it appears you can get pizza, BBQ, and burgers all at one joint, so fire away!
Visited on Monday, September 23, 2013
Frita Batidos Link
Where does this stack up? It's truly one of the very best in the state. In fact, it won the 2018 Burger Battle held in Detroit.
Alright, can you tell me more? Frita Batidos owner Eve Aronoff appeared on Bravo’s Top Chef. That’s a pretty sweet accomplishment. Ann Arbor is lucky to have her and the Cuban-style burgers that she and her staff prepare at Frita Batidos.
How's the ambiance? Opening in 2010, Frita Batidos sits on a pretty busy part of Washington Street in downtown Ann Arbor. It’s a white-out on the inside. White floors, white painted brick walls, and even white picnic tables to eat on. It’s a really neat place that focuses on serving dishes inspired by Cuban street food.
Frita? Batido? The FRITA: According to the Frita Batidos website, the Frita is a burger traditionally made from spicy chorizo served with shoestring fries on top in a soft egg bun. The BATIDO: Also according to their website, a bandito is a tropical milkshake made with fresh fruit, crushed ice, and sweetened milk – with or without rum.
Can you tell me more about the burger? When selecting your Frita, you’ve got five options. Of course there is the Beef Frita, and that comes with sweet chili mayo. There are also Chorizo, Chicken, Black Bean, and Fish Frita options. Each one comes with sweet chili mayo, chipotle mayo, or lemon scented mayo. Obviously, I went for the Beef Frita. It comes naturally Medium Rare, unless you want it another way. I ordered it Medium, and to make things interesting, I ordered a double patty of beef.
Toppings? This is not your typical burger. The toppings on their Fritas are where things get serious. What a unique mixture of possibilities, and all of them sounded amazing. Sticking to the Beef Frita, shoestring fries comes naturally on the top of a slice of Muenster cheese. There are no other cheese options. From there, it’s up to you. You can select as many other options as you want, and they’re offering a sunny side up egg, cilantro-lime salsa, tropical slaw, avocado spread, and bacon. I added some tropical slaw. So, overall, I was looking at a medium cooked Beef Frita with shoestring fries, Muenster cheese, tropical slaw, and their special sweet chili mayo, all on a fresh egg bun.
I have a 7th question! What else can you add? This place has quite the vibe. Expect to possibly sit next to some other folks on their long white picnic tables if you enter at a busy time. When you pay, remember that you are downtown Ann Arbor, and things tend to be a bit pricier there.
Visited on Friday, September 20, 2013
Red Rock Downtown Barbeque Link
Been back since? Nope, I haven't been back since 2013.
Why not? The burger wasn't too good and if I get barbecue, I just head elsewhere. Check out Smokehouse 52 in Chelsea or Saline if you're in the area and want some barbecue.
What's up with the burger? It was dry and overcooked. It could have been a bad night for the kitchen.
What else? It's one of the few that I didn't finish while out on the burger trail.
Why so overcooked, I wonder? Well, their menu reads, or used to read, that getting a burger there comes on way - well done. Seems shocking, but it is or was true at the time.
This review has been written by Lucas, who was raised in Leslie, MI.
Visited on Friday, August 9, 2013
The Crossroads Link
MICHIGAN BURGER BOYS SIX STACK OVERVIEW:
My gosh, it's Leslie, MI. Yes, it is. Home of the Blackhawks. It's a small town and I was raised there. Let's get this going.
Alright, what's the background? It's the only place in town that serves a burger. Well, maybe the Depot Diner does. It's for sure the only place where you can get an alcoholic drink. I'd recommend reading the full review linked above to get the full rundown.
Is there anything nearby to make a day or a night out of it? Nope, there's really nothing nearby.
Do you love this place? Yes. This is home.
What about the burger? Fresh, juicy, handcrafted, and cooked to order. They use quality beef from the local Merindorf Meats. It's a very good burger and it once placed within the regional MLive Best Burger Contest.
This isn't asked too often, but what about the bun? There was a good bun-to-meat ratio, and it’s always great when there are choices in this category.
Hit me with a 7th statement. The patio was a nice addition. Leslie sits between Jackson and Lansing if you're ever cruising up or down US127. Also, this stop when we conducted our official review was part of the Jackson Burger or Bust Tour. Click here for a slideshow.
Schlenker's - Jackson, MI
Visited frequently
In Attendance: Jackson Burger Boy, the Foster Family, and More
Schlenker's Link
What makes Schlenker's so special? Everything. The building, the burgers, the cans of pop, the counter that you sit at, and so much more.
Where does this stack up? We believe, in our opinion, that this is the BEST burger in the state of Michigan. Please read the full review linked above.
Does it have history? Tons of history. Click here for more.
What are their hours? First, they're closed on Sundays and Mondays. Second, they open at 11:00am and they close when they run out of their fresh beef that's delivered daily.
I heard something about an ownership change in 2018? Yes, and all signs are pointing to a great, and even improved transition. Click here for more.
In a few words, what makes it the best? The atmosphere, the u-shaped counter that you sit at, the wax paper it comes wrapped in, and the beef is the most tender that we've experienced. It falls apart, and you can just put it all back together again.
Reviewed by: Kevin
Visited on: August 3, 2013
In Attendance: Jessie, Nate, & Grandpa Leonard
Eagle Harbor Inn Link
How far up the line to get to Eagle Harbor? It's a bit of a hike. If you're in the area, this is one of just a few places to stop and dine.
How's the burger? It's okay, if you like charbroiled.
What led you to get a burger here? I went on the advice of a local.
Would you get a burger here again? Probably not. It's a one and done for me.
What's this place like anyway? It has U.P. fashionable charm with woodwork, maps, and other local flair throughout the place.. If you make it this far north you expect this type of ambiance.
Anything else? No.
In Attendance: Gerbe and Matt
Mason's Link
Can you tell me a little bit about Mason's? This is a legend. I mean, just look at the picture. Before you even walk into Mason’s you are greeted by a Michigan Historic Site marker staking their claim on the best “Real Bar Burger” in all the land.
Is there anything new since you're 2013 visit? Yes, they've changed owners, but expect the same quality burger.
What makes Mason's unique? Beyond their claims as one of the best in the burger world, this is a working man’s bar. It’s historic and fits the Livonia area well.
How's the beef? Hot, juicy, tasty, and it’s fresh from Eastern Market.
What else? Click here for a slideshow of Mason's.
Mason's sounds like a contender, eh? It's one of our all-time favorites. Click here for a YouTube video about Mason's.
In Attendance: Ethan
Bone Heads Bar-B-Que Link
Bone Heads seems a little off the beaten path. Why should I go? Probably the history. It's haunted, and you should check out our full review linked above to learn more. Also, here's a Blog entry with even more.
Where in the heck is Willis, MI? Willis is a village that moves a little slower than the rest. It's south of the Belleville and Ypsilanti areas.
Where's the beef from? Knight's. Delicious.
What makes it unique? There's a lot of stuff. One side has a bar feel, while the other is more like a Cracker Barrel. Tons of motorcycles usually line the front.
How about the burger? It's pretty good. They have a few options, and throughout the years, I've tried both the All-American and also their BBQ burger. They're 1/2 pound patties.
So, if I'm in the area, is this the best burger around? Probably. There's a place called the Red Rooster just down the road, but hit them up for pizza. The Red Rooster has an interesting review on file as well. Also, just south is the popular Original Gravity Brewing Company in Milan, MI.
Visited on many occasions
In Attendance: Gerbe, Matt, Spencer, Mark
The Wurst Bar Link
Looks and sounds interesting. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Lucas says that this is the best pretzel bun he's ever had. The salt really stands out.
What else? One thing really worth mentioning is how the Wurst Bar really does make an attempt to use local products. After one glance and a quick bite, Kevin noticed that they use Tony Packo’s pickles (Toledo, Ohio). Their buns are from Zingerman's.
So, bratwursts? Burgers? What's the deal? As far as the main entrees go, obviously, their main attraction is the bratwursts. You can get these in a variety of ways, and even on the top of your burger. We don’t envision a Michigan Brat Boys anytime soon, so we took aim at their nice selection of burgers. First of all, their burgers are brisket, hand ground, dipped in proprietary Umami rich sauces, hand-crafted, and then flat iron grilled. If you’re a burger enthusiast, but want to sample a little bit of their bratwurst, you can go for the Wurst Burger. It’s a burger topped with their brat and also sauerkraut and Swiss cheese.
Is there an EMU connection? Yes. In January of 2012, the Wurst Bar opened in the building that was once Theo-Door’s. It’s located on Cross Street, and it’s right in the heart of Eastern Michigan University. Kevin, being an EMU alum, is really excited to see the Wurst Bar, and some other establishments, opening up on Cross Street, making EMU’s edge-of-campus scene come alive again. With killer food and a wide drink assortment, the Wurst Bar creates an atmosphere that college students and beyond want to be a part of.
Where do you rank the burger? It's up there. This is one of the very best in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area.
What's an appetizer you'd recommend? We ordered two rounds of the Bavarian Pretzels as an appetizer. One plate came with Buttercream Fluff Dip and the other with Pimento Cheese Dip. Both were tremendous and all four pretzels were devoured quickly. Also, plan on tater tots with your burger!
Reviewed by Kevin (and later Lucas)
The Peanut Barrel
What's the best burger on the MSU campus or in that area? We believe this is it.
Where is it and what's it like? The Peanut Barrel sits nestled back in a series of shops along Grand River Avenue in East Lansing. It’s location is something that makes it quite unique. It holds some prime real estate, as it has plenty of outdoor seating looking across into Michigan State’s campus. Sitting outside is perfect for people watching and enjoying the college environment. Now the view across campus is graced by an amazing view of the new Broad Art Museum. With a view of one of the premier contemporary art museums in the country and a college atmosphere, how can anyone go wrong?
What stands out? The bun. It's one of the best we've had. They like to keep the bakery a secret as to where they get them from, but we think they're from the Pizza Crust Company in Lansing.
Who should we ask for? Rond.
What can they do better? Make the burger just a touch larger.
Final thoughts? Great burger, and location, location, location!
Reviewed by Lucas and Kevin
Visited on Monday, May 20, 2013
In Attendance: Darrell Clem from the Canton Observer
Rusty Nail Link
What brought you guys into the Rusty Nail? Well, the banner of course. They’re not afraid to throw a banner or two up offering $3.99 burgers or $1.25 tacos. They want to draw you in, and because we’ve heard claims of them having the best burger in Canton, we figured a review was due.
What's it like inside? It has a local watering hole feel to it. Hit the Rusty Nail to watch a game or just simple quench your thirst any other time.
How about the burger? This was just a ‘pretty good’ burger. We aren’t racing back, but if we’re in the area after a round of golf or something, we’ll have no issues grabbing a meal here.
How are the sides? The fries and onion rings are average.
Do you think that this is the best burger in Canton? Well, to someone it probably is, but we would look elsewhere. There's a lot of tough burger competition out there.
Visited on Friday, April 5, 2013
In Attendance: The Money
Freddie's Tavern
What's unique? Need an apartment to rent? Need a drink or a burger? You may want to look into Freddie’s Tavern in Mount Pleasant because they've got all of the above.
CMU country, eh? Yeah, either here or the Green Spot serves up Mount Pleasant's best bar burger. Most think it's Freddie's, and it has been voted the best burger in Mount Pleasant many times.
Any history? Yes, Freddie’s is one of those old school burger joints. It was established in 1981, and I’d have to predict that most of the original decor remains in place. I wondered a few times, based on the wooden paneling and the long banquet style tables if I was at a 2013 tavern or a cheap wedding. As for the statement above, yes, Freddie’s does have apartments for rent directly above the tavern. Check out our blog for more on this interesting situation.
Is this a local Mount Pleasant crowd or a CMU crowd? Mostly local.
Who's The Money? He's an old college buddy.
So, the burger? It was good, but with it winning many Mount Pleasant area burger contests, I was truly expecting better. I ordered it at a medium temperature and it definitely came back medium well or even beyond. There was no sign of pink or juiciness. This factor did not allow me to really get a good sense of the quality and the true taste of their meat. To their credit, they do serve certified Angus beef and the patty was hand-crafted.
Visited on on many occasions
In Attendance: Gerbe, Higgy, McCown Family, and More
Stella's Lounge Link
What makes this place unique? Lots of stuff. This place offers up an 80's vibe with a heck of a burger. Stella’s Lounge opened their doors in 2010 and owner Mark Sellers has created quite the place. Featuring over 200 whiskeys, a large selection of craft beer, 70’s and 80’s arcade games, and serving up what GQ calls the best burger in America, it has become a must visit if in the Grand Rapids area. If for some reason all of the above isn’t enough to pull you in, know that they’ve got killer sides, tons of vegetarian options for those looking to keep it healthy, and they even once had a a sister bar, the Viceroy, connected next door. If for some reason I’m still not selling you on making a visit, keep reading.
GQ called this the best burger in America? GQ was right about Kate Upton, and they were also right about the burger at Stella’s Lounge.
Can you tell me more about the burger? Stella’s has nine delicious choices to choose from, and all of them are stuffed with cheese. You won’t find the traditional, ordinary hamburger or cheeseburger on their menu. Each burger is unique in some way and the patties are 100% black angus beef that are hand-crafted.
How about the sides? Their sides are out of this world. Throw in a full bar featuring over 200 whiskeys and craft beer, and you are staring at the perfect situation to accompany a burger. The beer-battered onion rings that I had with my burger were really good, and don’t forget about those delicious Chronic Fries with the Angry Mayo dipping sauce.
How much is a video game? 25 cents.
What else? This is one of our favorite spots in the state. They are owned by the same group as the HopCat chain.
Reviewed by Kevin & Lucas
Visited on Saturday, February 9, 2013
Wife Appreciation Day
Mercury Burger & Bar Link
Where is this in Detroit? Corktown, right across from Slow's.
Sounds like there's probably some history? Yes, for sure. Click here for more.
What's the menu breakdown for the burgers? They have 13 burgers on their menu, and they all sounded so good when we were there. Most of them became instant options.
What did you go for? We ordered the Classic and the Juicy. Both were outstanding, and the Juicy is there take on the famous Juicy Lucy.
Sides? Tons of great ones. Kevin got the onion rings and Lucas went for the seasoned fries.
Beverages? They've got cocktails, shakes, and lots of Faygo and Vernors! Overall, this is a must for a return trip.
Nemo's Link
What makes Nemo's a Detroit classic? A good burger with a Detroit sport scene atmosphere. Nemo's has a lot to offer during all major sporting events, which includes worry free transportation to events for a small fee. Read all about it in the Full Review on File.
What's the burger like? It's a simple burger. You want it and they've got it. Cudo's to keepin' it simple Nemo's!
Should I have cash? Yes, unless you want to pay a crazy ATM fee.
When would be the best time to visit Nemo's? Obviously when you are on your way to a big game. Kevin likes the Lions tailgate the best. It's a lot of fun there and it will easily be the best part of your Lions gameday.
Could this be the best burger experience in Detroit? It's definitely one every sports fan should experience.
Anything else? Nemo’s has a very limited menu. Don’t ask for a grilled cheese though. If the cook isn’t in a good mood you will be out of luck. Also, a word of advice... don’t look in the mirror.
Visited on Saturday, January 19, 2013
In Attendance: Mark, The Money, Zo, Gerbe, and Matt
Update: This night is still a total blur.
Big League Brews Link
Is this the CLASH Wrestling place? No comment.
What's their slogan or mission statement? Glad you asked, they have one: "BLB's has quickly established itself as THE place to get the fiercest burger in town. The M.T. Burger is a 1/2lb work of hamburger art, prepared fresh, every time, with MT's secret blend of spices. This is a burger you WILL talk to ALL of your friends about."
What's unique? I must admit, the menu at BLBs is very creative, and you can tell that the owner, Matt Taylor, has his hands all over it. He's named many of the sandwiches after himself, and most of them are pretty unique. Beyond the famous M.T. Burger, one could try the OMFGIFH Burger.
What does that stand for? You'll have to figure out what the letters stand for, but I'll say this, it's spicy.
What's beyond those two burgers? They even have a separate meat created for their sliders. A few burgers use the slider meat (packed with onions, etc.), and of course, you could order the Mattkins Burger, which is their take on the original slider. My buddy tried M.T.'s BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger. I'm not going to even get into this one, just check out my Blog post to see the picture. Or, if you aren't in the mood for a burger, you could try the BLB's BLT. It's bold - there's 1/2lb. of bacon on it.
So, the M.T. Burger? It's a steal of a deal - a 1/2lb. seasoned patty that comes with cheese and all the fixings you would need for only $3.25. A side of fries or onion rings are extra, but well worth it.
Visited on Saturday, December 22, 2012
Former Location of Annual Shareholder's Meeting
Fraser's Pub Link
What's the crowd? The scene at Fraser's is one that will morph over the time you spend there. It can move from a silver fox tour into a younger, hip crowd that, on the night we went, included a real life Ruxin (perhaps you've seen him on The League). To top off the ambiance, the jukebox belts out music specific to the waitstaff's taste. We don't really know if we fit into what can be found, but we like going here.
How's the burger menu? There are a few different ways you can order a burger. Outside of a dress your own burger, they have two gimmick burgers, the Fraser's Melt and the Fraser's Mac, and a slew of signature burgers from a Smokehouse Burger to an All-American Burger.
How is it? The hamburger has consistently shown to be a good one, but with a few concerns. The bun is overpowering. Ah yes, here we go again on the bun. When we eat a hamburger we would like to think about more than just the bun. With this bun being a clear miss, focus on the burger was lost. The conversation always led us back to the bun and how it is just too thick and takes away from the overall enjoyment.
So the bun is overpowering, but what about the meat? The meat seems tasty, but it's dry. No juicy deliciousness here. If they only pulled it off the grill when the juices still existed, then we would be super excited.
How's the staff? Perky.
Perky? Yes, perky.
Visited on Tuesday, December 11, 2012
In Attendance: The Foster/Burnett Family
Cleary's Pub Link
Can you tell us about the place? Cleary's Pub has been a Chelsea area favorite for many years now. Known for it's traditional Irish ways, Cleary's appreciates the history that's within their pub. Even though they opened in 1991, they have maintained the original brick walls and tin ceiling that first brought charm to the building at the turn of the century. It graces the east side of downtown Chelsea, and it's great spot to grab dinner or even just a drink. With 12 or more beers on tap, there's something for everyone. Also, locals rave about their weekend live music.
What do they say about their burger? Cleary's claims that the "tastiest, juiciest beef makes them the best-tasting burgers around."
Any Irish twists? They have a burger mixed with Guinness.
How's the meat? It's chargrilled. Not bad overall.
The bun looks delicious in the photo. Yes, that's one of the best buns I've had. It was a pretzel bun that was toasted and buttered.
Sides? I think this is the place that Kevin needs to hit for some onion rings. They look delicious!
The Corner Brewery - Ypsilanti, MI
Visited on Friday, November 30, 2012
Kevin's Master's Degree Celebration
The Corner Brewery Link
*Please note: Arbor Brewing Company has implemented the same menu at both the downtown Ann Arbor brewpub, and also at the Corner Brewery. Their burger has changed since this review, and it's much improved. A new review will be happening soon.
What's the Corner Brewery? The Corner Brewery is the distribution headquarters of Arbor Brewing Company. But as their website suggests, it's also a terrific place to hang out. It's located just a few blocks north of Sidetrack in Ypsilanti's Depot Town and they've got a great thing going.
What's unique? Tons of things make the Corner unique. You can join their mug club - you get your very own mug that stays hung at the Corner. For a fee, you'll get to experiment with all of their brewed beers. Or, you can go big and purchase a chair. Your name will be written on the back, and we assume that when you are there, you'll get first dibs. The Corner has a really nice outdoor beer garden (if only Michigan had more warm months). On Wednesdays during the summer, they host a cornhole tournament, and people of all ages are welcome to join.
How's the kitchen? In 2012, the Corner decided to throw in a full kitchen. They offer pub food, and just like ordering a beer, you must head for the counter to let them know what you need. Offering a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and stone baked pizza, the Corner's menu is pretty stacked.
I saw the disclaimer at the top about a new review being needed, but how was the last one you've had in there? Well, it's been a while, and please know that they've changed it for the better. Our first experience was not a good one, however.
Maybe ignore this then, give it a shot, and have some great beer? Yes, we'd do just that. This is a cool place and you should go.
What was the worst part of the burger from your previous experience? The bun was massive and killed everything.
Visited on Thursday, August 30, 2012
In Attendance: Mark, JZ, and Jaxson Burger Boy
West Point Lounge Link
When I hear Jackson, I think Schlenker's for a burger. Can you tell me about the West Point then? If you talk to the fine citizens of Jackson, you'll hear them talk about two burger joints - West Point Lounge and Schlnkers Sandwich Shop. The West Point Lounge is a family owned neighborhood bar and grill and it has been in operation for over 75 years. Located on the west end of Jackson (hence the name West Point), it's been voted Jackson's favorite bar and grill on several occasions.
Wow, so there's something there burger wise? Yes, they're well known for their cheeseburgers. In the burger section of their menu, there's a giant box that includes a quote from Concord High School basketball coach Bob Urschalitz, right after he won his 10th district and 6th regional championship in as many years. According to Urschalitz, "Winning basketball titles is like eating a West Point hamburger. No matter how many you've had, the last one is as good as the first one."
What's the place like? The interior shape is basically a big rectangle. You can see all tables and their long bar from any seat you choose. The West Point probably isn't the place to watch a game, but they do have a few TVs. Although, their TVs were not HD, and they sure weren't any brands I have heard of. Ever hear of a Sceptre brand TV? I haven't. Covering most of the walls are local high school photos - talk about a real community environment. There's also some fish tanks near the bar area, which looked pretty neat.
Alright, let's get to the burgers. The West Point has pretty big selection of burgers. There's something for everyone. While I was picking out my traditional cheeseburger of choice, my brother decided to go for the chili cheeseburger. Make sure you take a look at the Jackson Burger or Bust Slideshow to see how that one came out. Wow!
What's it come down to? West Point burgers are excellent. The locals that rave about them are right.
So what's Jackson's best burger? Schlenker's, but Schlenker's is one of the best in the state, if not the very best.
The Shamrock Bar Link
What's the place like? It's not the most glamorous of places, but we all know that most bars off the beaten path have great burgers. Most customers enter from the back, and the Shamrock's rear is quite the sight. We entered in-between a huge trash dumpster and an electric wheelchair.
Dive bar? Yup. And a good one. The drink prices, as I had known for quite some time, can't be beat. You call it and it's $2.00.
How about the kitchen scene? Well, when it came time to ordering our Shammy burgers, you couldn't help but wonder where the kitchen was. A little corner prep area was visible, but we surely didn't consider that could be their kitchen. We inquired about the kitchen and how they made their burgers, and the bartender/hostess/server/waitress/cook (yes, only one person was staffing the Shamrock this night) pointed out a large press.
Like a Foreman Grill? Yes, she actually said, "It's basically like a Foreman Grill." So, we figured out they had a press for their burgers, a microwave for chicken fingers, and a Crock Pot for other miscellaneous food (see Blog). Things just got interesting.
Can you tell me more about the Shammy Burger? The Shammy burger is $3.50 and it's 11oz. With their burgers being "pressed," we were never asked how we wanted them prepared. They do come with all the toppings you'd want, and it has frying pan taste and it was overall pretty bland on this evening.
How many burgers per "press?" What's really funny is the process of how they are delivered out to your table. Due to the press only being able to hold so many burgers at a time, the bartender/hostess/server/waitress/cook was not able to create all of our burgers at the same time. So, I remember my Dad's and brother's came out first, and then my friend's and mine. They came pre-cut with a nice-looking sesame seed bun. All Shammy burgers come with potato chips, as fries are not available due to no deep fryer.
Visited on Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Redcoat Tavern Link
I've heard of this place. Yes, you probably have. It's legendary locally, and it's been voted into the top echelon of Metro-Detroit burgers on countless occasions. In fact, it's even placed first in a few professional publications. The Redcoat has been serving burgers for over 30 years, and it was about time we made a visit.
Where is it and what's the scene? The Redcoat Tavern sits on Woodward Avenue, and it's technically in Royal Oak, although it's really right on the lines of quite a few cities. It carries an American-British colonial theme that's just unmissable. We went during the Woodward Dream Cruise and it was a busy night. Many would avoid the Redcoat on an evening featuring the very popular Dream Cruise, but we wanted the real Woodward/Redcoat experience.
What's the atmosphere like in there? After a long wait due to the Dream Cruise, we were finally seated in a dark booth with big red pads behind our backs. You have to see their booths to really know what we mean.
The burgers? After sitting down, our eyes first went to the burger area of the menu. In a large box, the Redcoat Tavern lays out their "Original Redcoat Special Hamburger." Why try something else if this is so famous? We both figured, let's just go with what makes this place so special.
The drinks? As for drinks, the Redcoat offers a top-notch beer selection. We were very impressed with everything before even ordering.
How was this legend of a burger? Good, but we goofed up when ordering. Neither of us are mayonaise fans, but we wanted to experience their Original Redcoat Special Hamburger, which does have mayo on it. We are excited for a return trip, and we think this burger will stack up to the popularity behind it. Cool place, good burger, and it's worth a trip. If you're still hungry at the end, try the Ice Cream Burger.
Michigan House Cafe & Brew Pub - Calumet, MI
In Attendance: Nate and Jess
Michigan House Cafe & Brew Pub Link
What brought you here, Kevin? My best friend’s family is from the Keweenaw area. He and his family took me all over and I saw areas that visitors can only dream of exploring. Even though I did get to see a lot of things that your average tourist won’t, there is one thing many people do in the Keweenaw area, and that’s stop in at the Michigan House.
What makes the Michigan House such an interesting place? Easy, read the Full Review on File!
How was the burger? Good! I went with "The Gipper," a charbroiled burger covered in deep fried onion tanglers that pays homage to ND's Gipper.
What connection does the Michigan House have to ND's Gipper? Easy, read the Full Review on File!
Do you have to be a burger lover to eat here? No. The burger is good, but the history is better. It's a real gem of the north.
Where do you recommend people go once they finish their burger at the Michigan House? Shute's and then Luigi's, of course!
This reviewed is dedicated to Dean Ledford, RIP
Sidetrack Bar and Grill Link
This place is a pretty popular stop on the burger trail, right? Yes, it is. According to GQ Magazine, Sidetrack is one of the "Twenty hamburgers you must eat before you die. “The closer you come to a college campus, the worse burgers get” and that Sidetrack “is an exception.”
What's the place like? Sidetrack is located in Ypsilanti, but more specifically in Ypsi's Depot Town. It's just down the road from Eastern Michigan University, Kevin's alma mater. It sits literally right next to the main railroad line from Chicago to Detroit. Hence the name 'Sidetrack'.
History? Its owner, Linda French, has quite the story if you check out the Sidetrack website. She took over ownership in 1980, and since then, it's stayed very steady under her guidance. Believe it or not, Sidetrack has actually served as a restaurant since 1850, under several different names of course. And, if things couldn't get much more unique, Sidetrack also has a Wikipedia page. Now how many burger joints have their own Wikipedia page? From the page, we've learned a lot. A railroad wreck has caused the building's odd shape and there was even a movie shot at Sidetrack. Lots of history in this place.
So does the burger live up to the hype? Yes, it does. When you get one, expect a juicy, hand-patted burger inside a toasted bun. It's about a 1/3 of a pound, so sometimes we leave wanting another bite or two.
What else should I know? Sidetrack gets their meat from a local beef farm and market chain, Hillers. Also, many go to Sidetrack for their deep fried pickles.
Anything else around? Yes, there are tons of neat spots within steps or walking distance of Sidetrack. Check out Cultivate Coffee and Tap House, 734 Brewing, Aubree's, and MAIZ.
Visited on Thursday, July 5, 2012
Clyde's Drive In Link
What makes this place so special to you, Kevin? Well, I grew up in St. Igance and this place is part of what started my burger obsession.
Can you really eat in your car? Yes, this is a Drive In, silly. They also have a small dinning area inside and additional outside deck seating during nice weather.
Do you recommend that people eat in their car? Eating in the car may not be for everyone, but should be experienced by all. If you have kids or plan on eating a Big "C," I would eat inside or get it to go. Just remember to tip your server no matter what. They work hard and appreciate the tips.
What kind of burger do you recommend? I usually go with 2 cheeseburgers or the Big "C" with double cheese.
Will I have room for fudge, smoked fish, or a pastie after I'm done eating here? Probably not, so spend a few days in the area. If you're looking for a great place to stay, I recommend the Sunset Motel.
Anything else? Yes, so read the Full Review on File!
Visited on Monday, July 2, 2012
In Attendance: Gerbe
Thompson's Bar and Grill Link
Thompson's? Yeah, it was an impromptu visit for a burger.
Where is Thompson's? It's in-between Saline and Clinton. Rustic Glen Golf Club is nearby. It's right on US12.
Is this the place with the giant penguin out front? For a very long time, Thompson's was known as The Polar Bear, hence the huge penguin statue still standing outside.
How's the curb appeal? Quite frankly, it doesn't have that appeal that one may be looking for, but it's got some interesting characteristics about it. For example, there is a farm literally right behind the place. The bartender said that from about 5pm on, the place smells like poop (only they didn't say "poop").
Maybe this is a spot to just stop in and use the bathroom then? Probably not. I was greeted by many flies swirling throughout a bathroom that looked like it belonged in the movie Saw. In the restaurant/bar area, I noticed the place didn't have air conditioning or HD TVs. Not a huge deal, but something to note. My buddy and I ordered our burgers, had some cheap beverages, and had a pretty fun time chatting to the bartender.
The burger? I'd say it's a 6/10.
Roy's BBQ and Burgers Link
What's the first about this place? It's always a good sign when you can smell the place while walking from the car to the front door.
That picture is awesome. That picture says it all. This is one of the best burgers at one of the most unique places in the state.
What's the place like? Roy's is a unique burger joint from it's restaurant dimensions (14' wide by 100' long) to it's featured Bubba Burger and restaurant history. Click here for a Blog entry about their history and one of our trips.
Where should I sit? You must sit at the counter?
Front row seat of the cooking process, huh? Yes. Here we go: the fresh ground beef patty is hand formed (no metal ring here) and placed onto the grill. Diced onions are placed on the top and then the patty is flipped with the onions grilling on the bottom. It's wonderful.
How's the rest of the food? It's good, especially their pulled pork sandwiches. Of course, please get coleslaw on the sandwich.
This is one of the best? Yes, this is one of the best burgers you'll have. Go to Roy's, sit at the counter, and you're in Hamburger America.
The Red Rooster - Willis, MI
Visited on Wednesday, May 30, 2012
The Red Rooster Link
What's the first thing? This is one where you do need to check out our full review on file. See the link above.
Isn't this a pizzeria? Yeah, you could call it that.
What's unique? It's tough to pick one place to start, but here's one thing: their delivery service will stop at the store for you and grab anything that you need on the way.
What's an image that stands out to you? A woman kissed two different guys on the lips, both sitting at her table.
Alright, that's enough. Let's get to the burger. It's Angus beef that's never frozen. Overall though, not the best burger in the area.
Well we might as well ask about the pizza then. I'd go for the pizza if you're there. The deep dish is deep. They have lots of nightly specials. Also, don't think about checking the scene outside or using your phone. The Red Rooster doesn't have windows or cell service.
Johnny's on the Lake Bar and Grill - Belleville, MI
Visited on Friday, April 20, 2012
Johnny's on the Lake Bar and Grill Link
On the lake? Johnny's resides on Belleville Lake and it's a terrific view for anytime of the year. One can only imagine that the summer scene is one to check out. They have boat slips that are right in front of the restaurant.
What's the burger like? Johnny's offers a "famous" charbroiled hamburger.
What's the basics of being charbroiled? Charbroil means that your food is grilled over a charcoal fire. A certain self proclaimed King makes this claim, but Johnny's truly is cooked this way. A charbroiled burger isn't for everyone, but it demands respect. It's good, especially if you like a higher level of carcinogens on your burger.
What did you order? We both ordered Johnny's "famous" burger, which consists of a 1/2 lb. pre-made fresh, never frozen, ground beef patty. The shape killed it though. It makes you think of the handy tool that many people use at home to make hamburger patty's (check out the blog for more). Because it was pre-made, it carried a uniform shape and the burger didn't meet it's full potential.
How's the taste? This charbroiled burger is tasty and will help you meet your quest in life to be a true American. So, if you like hamburgers that have a charbroiled taste, pay Johnny's a visit.
What else? Make sure you check out the fountain as you walk into the pseudo entrance.
The Blue Gator - Mount Pleasant, MI
The Blue Gator Link
What's the first thing? This is a cajun sports bar. It's a Central Michigan University club atmosphere on Thursday nights. They've got rubber looking burgers. At least back in 2012, talk about a place with a huge identity crisis.
What's the background? While attending CMU, I used to go to what was once called "The Pub" on quite a few occasions. I've got some really good stories from a few interesting nights there. When I was at CMU, this place was the furthest thing from a burger joint. However, new management took over and they decided to turn it into The Blue Gator. This place has to be the only cajan sports bar with a club-like atmosphere on Thursdays in the country. Cajun sports bar? Dance club? Burgers? Huh?
How's this rubber-looking burger? Let me be blunt - at least back in 2012, this burger wasn't good. I knew it wasn't going to be a good situation when the guy sitting next to me at the bar said to order the burger one temperature higher than what I really wanted. So, if I wanted it 'medium well', order it 'well'. He seemed to frequent the place often, and he said every single time he's ordered a burger it's been undercooked. He wasn't wrong.
What was the scene? When my 1/2 pound burger came out, it looked like a big solid piece of rubber. It just looked wrong. GFS makes better looking frozen patties than this. Let's just slap this thing silly already.
So when does the club open then? Not sure, check out their website. Probably clubbing there is a better idea than eating a meal.
No photo of the burger? Never bring a camera when you're back at your alma mater.
The Village Tap - Manchester, MI
Visited on Saturday, April 7, 2012
In Attendance: Jackson Burger Boy and Kathy
The Village Tap Link
The dive bar in Manchester. Lot's to love, huh? Yes, there is. At around 7:30pm, which was about an hour into my visit, a fight nearly broke out and one messed up individual was tossed out of the bar. Slurred cuss words roared while the owner took away beer from the gentleman's table. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Manchester. Welcome to The Village Tap.
Wow. I've got to say, the fight that nearly broke out during my burger review was definitely a Burger Boys first.
What's the scene in there like? When you walk into "The Tap", you'll notice a just a few tables and a very long bar. I sat at the bar and watched a little of the Tigers game in standard definition while taking things in. If you are looking to play darts, you'll have to shoot over their piles of empty glass bottles. In the bathrooms, mop buckets sit right next to the toilets. At one point, one of the locals brought in food in a Tupperware container for the owner. On one wall is a huge, and I mean huge, mounted fish.
How's the kitchen for making some burgers? The kitchen is completely visible, but it's shocking how small it is. The burger comes with a standard 1/4 pound patty, so I ordered a double.
How's the burger? When it came, it was big and it looked very good. However, before I bit into it, I got sucked in by the Steel Panther limo ride party poster. Heck, for $55, this concert seemed like a good time (by the way, Steel Panther is worth a Google search).
Again, how's the burger? The guy that created my patty of beef was about five feet from me. I saw the burger being created. Ordered medium-well, the owner/cook grilled it spot on. It was tasty, juicy, and there really wasn't anything to complain about. I'd peg it at a 7.5 out of 10 for taste.
Arctic Breakaway Restaurant and Bar - Chelsea, MI
Visited on Thursday, March 29, 2012
Arctic Breakaway Link
What's unique about the Arctic Breakaway? Lots! The Arctic Breakaway is one of the better sports bars in the Ann Arbor area. If you're a hockey fan, or like being around the rink, you're probably one of the few that know it exists. Located on the top floor of the Arctic Coliseum in Chelsea, the Arctic Breakaway is a great place to grab a burger, a brew, and a hockey game. The bar/restaurant is very modern looking and overlooks the two ice hockey rinks that sit below, which are primarily for some area high school hockey teams and plenty of youth organizations. Counters with bar stools are arranged right next to the long panes of glass. You can order your food and drinks and sit right there and watch the action below. The bar area is very unique. If you were to sit there, you'd see changing glowing colors behind glass that is made to resemble ice. Then, behind the bar, is a glassed-off area for the kitchen. It resembles an ice hockey penalty box.
I'm sold! Tell me about the burgers. All Breakaway burgers come as a standard 1/2 pound, which is great. They have quite a few different style burgers to choose from, and right on their menu they claim to have "one of the best burgers around."
What did you order? I ordered their standard Breakaway Burger with cheddar cheese. They threw on some lettuce, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Fries came with the package.
How was it? Delicious! I must say, this was darn good. Some burgers actually taste grilled - you know, that pure grilled flavor. This had that taste. I knew after a few bites that this was a solid burger and very recommendable.
How's the scene if you want to watch a game on TV? Great. 22 TVs in all.
Lots of beers? There's 20 on tap.
Visited during lunch time on Saturday, March 17, 2012
Fat Boy Burger Link
What's the history of this place? Fat Boy Burger has been a Grand Rapids legend since the 1950's. However, in 2008, Fat Boy closed in the Cheshire Neighborhood, but later reopened in 2009 on Plainfield Avenue. Under a new roof, Fat Boy made every attempt possible to keep the historic feel. They even moved the sign from the old location to the new.
Anything to know before visiting? Check their hours - sometimes they close at 3:00pm.
What's the place like? The environment inside Fat Boy is very diner-like. They have many antique signs on the walls and an ice cream counter off in the far corner. It's the kind of joint where you feel the need to order onion rings and a chocolate shake with your burger. Ordering for breakfast or lunch happens at the counter, and I hope you brought cash because no credit cards here.
What's the burger situation? Their selection of burgers does not overwhelm, but they've got plenty to choose from. I decided to go for their classic cheeseburger, and as I said above, adding an order of onion rings and a chocolate shake makes for a nice meal here.
How was it? When the food came, I was excited to see that their onion rings were definitely hand-made. Yum. I got to talking with the server and she also mentioned that their beef is freshly ground each morning. That's a definite plus. Overall, this was indeed a delicious meal. Bouncing between the chocolate shake, the onion rings, and the burger made for really nice lunch.
How about some burger specifics? Once again, their beef is fresh and ground daily. However, the meat was a little dry. While eating the burger, the word 'dry' kept coming into my mind. Not too bad overall. It's a cool place.
The Full House - Ypsilanti, MI
Visited on a few occasions
The Full House Link
What's the background? The Full House Restaurant in Ypsilanti holds a solid hand in the game of burger gambling. This burger joint has been serving up a quality hamburger since 1973 and holds strong in their statement of clean, fast, and friendly service. According to their menu, The Full House is the "longest continuous, single-owner operated restaurant in the Ypsilanti area" and they have what it takes to serve a good burger.
What's the overall theme or vibe of this place? Burgers, burgers, and burgers. Signage in the parking lot, on the building, inside, it's everywhere. They claim to not only have the best burger in town, but the only burger in town.
What are some options? They serve a 1/2lb Ace burger and a 1/4lb King burger. We both ordered the Ace burger. Lucas had the fries and Kevin had the o-rings. Kevin ordered his burger the way they recommend it on the menu. Basically, think of the Ace burger as a Whopper that is good. It is built from the ground up with fresh ground beef and fresh fixings. Lucas went freestyle and created his own burger.
How'd they taste? The burgers were as good as they looked when they are served to you (check out more pictures on facebook). The burgers are very large in diameter.
How's the on draft beer selection? Terrible.
Anything else? To get a better feel, visit our blog.
Roy's Squeeze Inn - Ypsilanti, MI
Visited on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Roy's Squeeze Inn Link
Where is this place? At one time they had a second Ypsilanti location and a location in Canton. Since the full review has been posted, the additional locations have closed and only the original location in Ypsi on Michigan Avenue exists.
What happened to their expansion? Perhaps they tried to make their burger big time and expand but it never caught on.
How's the burger? It's good, but salty. Every time I eat a burger here it has an overwhelming saltiness to it.
Would you bring your dad here? Yes. As a matter of fact, I did when I attended school at EMU. He also thought the burger was salty.
If the burger is so salty, why go here? It's a good burger and the location on Michigan Ave is cool. It's an experience and a lot of people like a burger from the Squeeze Inn.
Bridgewater Bank Tavern Link
What's the first thing? If you haven't heard, The Bridgewater Bank Tavern has been voted the best tavern in Bridgewater. If that isn't news to you, you also know that the Bridgewater Bank Tavern is the only tavern in Bridgewater.
Where is the Bridgewater Bank Tavern? Sitting at basically the half-way point between Manchester and Saline is the Bridgewater Bank Tavern. Find Austin road, take it east or west, depending on where you are coming from, and look for the blinking yellow light. Welcome to Bridgewater. When you're under the light, you'll basically be sitting in the parking lot of "The Bank."
Wow, what's the history? This place is full of history. It was originally The Bridgewater Bank, an actual financial institution, in the late 1800's. It was converted into a bar in the early 1970's and has had a very loyal following ever since. Locals call it "The Bank". A recent change in ownership has not slowed down The Bank or its loyal customers from downing lots of delicious food and drinks.
What's the atmosphere like? The Bank hums with a buzz of good times. Stop by the "Bridgewater Bank Store" and pick up some camouflage hoodies or coozies. A popcorn machine serves you well before or after your food arrives (always a nice touch). Heck, one time when I was in there, a Euchre tournament was in session.
What's the burger situation? The entire last page of the menu is devoted to burgers. The Bank has a standard burger size of 1/2 pound, which is nothing to complain about. You can order a 1/3 pound, but we wouldn't be caught dead doing that if the 1/2 pound is their standard size. Their standard cheeseburger comes automatically with all the fixings. One thing that we really appreciated was the option of getting your onions standard cut or sautéed.
How were they? When the burger came, we were was beyond surprised at the look; it had that amazing, dive right in appearance. You could see the juice just sitting on the meat. It's one of the heaviest burgers around. Who knows what they pack into that 1/2 pound patty, but man, that was one heavy burger. During both visits, and after biting into it, we quickly began to wonder why this burger isn't more well-known. The Bank's burgers are very good, and you should find a way to pay this place a visit.
Dan's Downtown Tavern - Saline, MI
Dan's Clinton Tavern - Clinton, MI
Dan's Tavern Link
Where's Dan's once you're in Saline and what's some background? Nestled in downtown Saline is Dan's Downtown Tavern. It's nicely tucked near the northeast corner of Michigan Avenue and Ann Arbor-Saline Road. Dan's is a true staple of Saline, and they've expanded two times, which now puts them at a occupying three total buildings in downtown Saline. If you sit right at the bar on the original side, you'll have the luxury of watching your burger being created. If you are enjoying yourself on one of the new sides, you'll find plenty of new HD TVs attached to their historic brick walls. It's Saline's go-to spot for a burger and even a game.
Where's Dan's once you're in Clinton and what's some background? Also located right in the downtown portion of town, Dan's Clinton Tavern has the same historic appeal. As in Saline, Dan's Clinton Tavern is the staple of Clinton. Historic brick lines each wall and patrons have the choice to sit right at the bar or at one of the many tables. If you sit right at the bar, you can plop yourself down right in front of where your burger is being prepared. Dan's Downtown Tavern and Dan's Clinton Tavern are both owned by the same person, Dan.
What are the burger options? When you sit down, you have many choices of burgers at Dan's. Small burgers, big burgers, pizza burgers, and even peanut butter burgers can all be ordered from their diverse menu. On a few occasions, we've decided to order the massive one-pound cheeseburger, known as "The Big One." On "The Big One," you are allowed to choose three toppings to go along with a slice of cheese. If you select your toppings right, any burger on the menu can be formed into a massive one-pounder.
Drinks? If you're a beer enthusiast, Dan's has a huge tap list, and they make changes often. Try the 2-Wheeler Whitbier from the Original Gravity in Milan, MI.
How about some more about the burger? At both locations, once our food came, we realized what makes the burger so special: Knight's meat and Benny's Bakery buns. Knight's is a well-known Restaurant meat distributor in Ann Arbor, MI. They are known for their steaks and other meats. As for Benny's Bakery, well, it's about a one minute walk from Dan's in Saline, and if you haven't had a soft pretzel there on a Saturday morning, then you are really missing out. The combination of fresh Knight's meat and a lightly toasted Benny's Bakery bun makes a big difference in comparison to other burgers.
What's the final word? This can be one of the best burgers you'll have, but consistency can be an issue too. We've had tremendous, juicy burgers, and we've also had a few that weren't too thrilling. In the end, if you're in the area and you need a burger, this is probably your stop.
Miller's Bar Link
Worth Knowing: On an unseasonably warm night in December of 2011, Michigan Burger Boys made a visit to Miller’s Bar in Dearborn, MI to kick off their website, michiganburgerboys.com. This is our first review.
What's their story? Miller's is a true burger destination in the Metro Detroit area and it's been around since 1941. It's home to the famous ground round, and comes on a steamed white bun with cheese, and it's given to you on wax paper. The whole place is a Metro Detroit must!
What's some more background? This is an old school bar with no windows and mirrors everywhere makes you feel like it’s bigger than it is. Miller’s layout is a bit unusual. As soon as you walk in the door, you feel like your entering a private club. The bathroom is immediately to the left of the first door and then you walk through a second door and decided if you want to go left or right. Your choices are to sit in the room with the bar (left) or to sit in the back with limited walking and leg room (right). The lighting adds to the ambiance of the place and on our official review trip, the lighting was very festive for the holidays.
Alright, so after we sit down? Once you sit down, you are faced with a bottomless bucket of pickles. Of course you want to sneak a few before you get your burger. No menu here! You are asked, “what will you have?” and are expected to know how to order. Remember, this place has been around since 1941. If you don’t know, the waitress will teach you and if you’re “lucky” you will learn about their history or maybe how they are rated the #1 burger in Detroit by a news station.
How is this famous burger? First, you'll get your food on good old wax paper. They don’t want to bother with dishes or clogging the landfill, and you won’t even care once you bite into your burger. Before you do bite into your burger, you must dress it up. Mustard, ketchup, pickle, and raw onion are your choices. It doesn’t need much with that delectable cheese that oozes out from the bun. All in all, it's delicious.
What's one thing about the burger that stands out? The cheese. There's a lot and it oozes!
Anything else? They use the honor system here. All you do is tell them what you had at the bar and fork over the money. Make sure you know what you ordered or else you might slow the place down.
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In January, the Monterey Regional Airport and Alaska Airlines made a joint announcement of daily nonstop service to Seattle at a celebratory event. But the COVID-19 pandemic postponed what would have been its launch June 18, to a new date of February 11, 2021. (James Herrera – Monterey Herald)
By James Herrera | jherrera@montereyherald.com | Monterey Herald
PUBLISHED: December 4, 2020 at 1:57 p.m. | UPDATED: December 7, 2020 at 5:59 p.m.
MONTEREY — The long-awaited daily nonstop route between Monterey and Seattle on Alaska Airlines will take flight beginning Feb. 11, as the Seattle-based airline confirmed the move on Tuesday.
“For Alaska Airlines to make a bold step at this time speaks to their confidence in, and the strength of our market,” said Mike La Pier, Monterey Regional Airport executive director.
The new year-round service was originally announced 11 months ago to much fanfare with the service pegged for a June launch but was derailed once the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, taking an especially hard knock on the airline and travel industries.
Alaska Airlines had previously shied away from making a formal announcement about moving the route’s start date to early 2021 because air travel has remained fluid domestically and internationally.
But confirmation of the daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and the Monterey Regional Airport came through this week.
“We’re excited to further expand our West Coast footprint with the addition of nonstop flights between Seattle and Monterey,” said Brett Catlin, Alaska Airlines’ vice president of network and alliances, in a press release. “Our guests throughout the Central Coast will benefit from increased convenience of a direct line to the Pacific Northwest along with connecting option to dozens of destinations across North America.”
La Pier said that travelers through Monterey Regional Airport have long been asking for the new service for some time.
The Monterey Airport’s traffic continues to recover somewhat to the point where it is experiencing about 40% of its 2019 levels year-over-year so far in 2020, said La Pier.
But the pandemic continues to take a toll on the airline industry and is affecting plans at Monterey Regional Airport.
Though the Monterey Airport has nonstop direct service to Los Angeles and Denver on United Airlines with its San Francisco leg currently suspended, daily nonstop service to Phoenix and Dallas/Fort Worth on American, daily direct service to San Diego on Alaska, and limited weekly flights to Las Vegas on Allegiant, the airport has seen the expected expansion of some of those routes suspended.
Alaska Airlines was to start a second daily nonstop for its San Diego route in September but that did not come to fruition. American Airlines likewise was to begin a second daily nonstop for its Dallas/Fort Worth route, as well as United Airline’s added second flight to Denver, neither of which materialized as planned at the beginning of this month.
“My sense is that it is in response to the spike in coronavirus and the retrenchment on the part of the airlines,” said La Pier.
United Airlines pulled its service to San Francisco International Airport about a month and a half ago because of runway rehabilitation work at SFO but is expected to resurface after that project is completed.
With eyes on a possible COVID-19 stimulus package from the federal government, the U.S. Travel Association issued another plea for aid.
“Bottom line: the travel and tourism sector is projected to lose 4.5 million jobs by the end of the year, and the longer Washington waits to act on another relief round, more of those will be gone permanently,” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow, whose organization co-founded COVID Relief Now. “Lost travel jobs are not red or blue — they’re in every congressional district in every corner of the country. It should not be a big political Rubik’s cube for the two parties to come together and get this done.”
The COVID Relief Now Coalition is a new coalition of more than 300 major public and private sector groups, which in a recent letter to Congress highlighted the millions of jobs, small businesses and vital government services that are threatened by the inaction on a stimulus package.
La Pier said that relief for the airline and travel industries to keep them healthy and whole is a good strategy nationally.
Without further aid, the Travel Association warns of millions of jobs, small businesses, and vital government services that are on the verge of collapse.
In a recent letter to Congress, the association said that failure to act will cause millions of employees to be furloughed or terminated, unemployed Americans to lose unemployment insurance pandemic benefits, hundreds of thousands of companies to be at risk of closing forever, and a vast majority of state and local governments forced to curtail critical services in order to balance budgets due to a decline in tax revenue.
“Monterey Regional Airport is not in financial straits now,” said La Pier.
La Pier said it has used the $12.6 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to abate rents on tenants of the airport to help them survive through February. La Pier said there is $9.4 million remaining and more than $6 million in its reserve fund.
The Monterey Regional Airport had a pre-pandemic budget of $8.9 million and has been revised to $8.2 million. The airport will re-examine its revenues and expenditures in February.
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Skoda Vision IN Will Now Be Called ‘Kushaq’
If you didn’t know or haven’t noticed so far, the names of Skoda’s SUVs begin with the letter K and end with the letter Q. When Skoda first unveiled the Vision IN, it was pretty much logical that it won’t be called the same in its production guise and the same has now been confirmed by the Czech carmaker. Skoda India, today announced that the upcoming Compact-SUV will be called Kushaq. The naming nomenclature derives its origin from an ancient language of the Indian subcontinent, Sanskrit, and the word ‘Kushaq’ denotes ‘King’ or ‘Emperor’.
The Skoda Kushaq or the Vision IN has already been spied testing on multiple occasions. It will officially get launched here, after the Volkswagen Taigun arrives.
The VW group includes the Czech automaker Skoda and the VW group will be launching 2 highly anticipated crossover SUVs in the upcoming year – The Volkswagen Taigun and the Skoda Kushaq. The Skoda Vision IN or the Kushaq debuted as a concept at the Auto Expo earlier this year and boy did that impress.
Upfront, it gets a huge grille with vertical slats surrounded by a chrome border which gives it a very aggressive look. The LED headlights look razor-sharp and the DRL beneath doubles up as a turn indicator. The fog lamps complement the aggressive look of the front fascia.
On the sides, the upright stance is evident with a sleek alloy wheel design on those massive 19-inch tyres. The rear is aggressively shaped too with sharp cuts and Inverted L tail lights and a bumper that showcases a faux triple exhaust.
On the inside, the concept carries a tan colour scheme all around, on the steering, dashboard, seats and even the pedals. It features a futuristic, minimalistic teslaesque cabin and of course the production-spec won’t be the same. Although, some good bits from this cabin will be carried over in the final production model.
Talking about what sits under the hood, the Kushaq is going to be powered by a 1.5L, 4 cyl, TSI ( Turbo Stratified Injection ) petrol engine which puts out 150PS of peak power and 250Nm of peak torque to the front wheels. It is mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox which Skoda claims allows the concept to hit 100 on the speedometer in as quick as 8.7 seconds and the claimed top speed is 195 Kmph.
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Mikrokosmos: 20th-21st century piano works
Technopolis 20
TIME Fri Apr 5th 2019 at 20:00 until 21:30
ADDRESS Cyprus, 18 Nikolaou Nikolaidi Avenue , PaphosCyprus https://www.myguidecyprus.com/events/mikrokosmos-20th-21st-century-piano-works
The newly founded Piano Duo, comprising of Marianna Georgiou and Maria Avraam, presents their second concert, of contemporary works for piano solo and piano for four hands. The programme includes works by Saariaho, Kurtag, Kagel, Hakim, Ligeti, Bartok and Poulenc. The concert will take place at Technopolis 20, on the 5th of April at 8pm.
Entrance: €10
Reservations are necessary at 70002420.
A few words about the musicians
Marianna Georgiou was born in 1993 in Paphos, Cyprus. She took her first piano lessons at the age of five and was classically trained for twelve years under the supervision of the Bulgarian tutor, Ivelina Ruseva. She attained her first Soloist Piano Diploma (ATCL) at the age of seventeen. She also took classical guitar lessons and passed her Grade 8 classical singing exams (ABRSM) with distinction. In 2011, she began her academic career at the University of Nottingham under the supervision of Brenda May and achieved a scholarship and a First-Class Honours for the Bachelor’s degree based on Piano Performance. In 2015, she attained her Master’s degree in Piano Performance and Performance Practices from the University of Nottingham. During her studies, she was part of various orchestral ensembles (The University of Nottingham Symphony Orchestra, the chamber music ensemble, accompanist of vocal groups and the 20th century ensemble). She has taken part in several masterclasses and concerts around UK and Cyprus (Masterclass - Janina Fiaklowska/Clare Hammond, Derby Arts festival -awarded the second prize-, Pre-Concert artist at the Royal Albert Hall of Nottingham for Czech Philarmonic). In her most recent years, Marianna has performed as a soloist and as part of ensembles in concerts and festivals around Cyprus and from September 2016, has taught piano at the Music Schools of Paphos.
Maria Avraam is a pianist and flutist specialized in contemporary classical and experimental music. She studied music at “Marios Tokas” Music Lyceum and European University Cyprus. During and after her studies she participated and performed in piano and flute master-classes in Greece, UK, Germany, Belgium, Cyprus and Netherlands. She has developed a wide repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary music. Her baroque, classical and romantic music repertoire includes performances with the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra, Cyprus Symphony Orchestra, Athens State Orchestra, National Orchestra of Prague and “Apple Hill” String Quartet in USA, as well as solo and ensemble performances. Her interest in contemporary music gave her the opportunity to perform as a flutist and pianist in various all-contemporary music events including the Artos Contemporary Music Festival, the “7th International Contemporary Music Festival” of Pharos Arts Foundation, the Flevares project, the Avaton Contemporary Music Festival, the “Tampere Biennale Festival” in Finland, the “Piano Street Festival” in the behalf of Pafos 2017 Organization and the CYSO Ensemble in collaboration with the Centre of Cypriot composers, giving Cyprus and world premieres.
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“Are they stupid or don't they care about anyone else?” asked the Ridgefield Park reader.
“I saw a car with only part of the windshield attended to,” added Geri Gross of Rutherford. “Unbelievable!”
“I wish local police would ticket these people,” wrote Tenafly’s Brian Durkin.
Yes, nobody wants to be on the receiving end of a lethal block of ice that lifts off a truck or car and smashes through a windshield as it did 20 years ago when Michael Eastman was killed on Route 17 in Paramus.
But here’s a little good news about New Jersey’s flying-snow epidemic:
Police aren’t as blind to this condition as they might have been prior to 2011 when it became a $25-to-$75 violation. Court figures show 789 violations were issued statewide during the snowy months of January, February, March and December of last year, and with 234 citations, police in Bergen County issued 30 percent of them. Police in Passaic handed out 68.
So if you’re still sailing through most of the 86 towns in these two counties with a few dozen pounds of white slop on your roof, you might consider pulling over and getting busy with a broom or a scraper.
Of course, not every police department is especially diligent about the snow that falls twice.
Somehow, police in a few places such as Edgewater, Hawthorne, Ho-Ho-Kus and Westwood managed to issue either no tickets or a grand total of one during those months, according to court records. Police in Little Ferry and Paramus, however, each handed out 16 tickets. The Bergen County Police Department found 14 violations. Wayne police issued 13 tickets, Clifton police snared 11 and Wanaque added 10.
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Nobody is cheering, however. Certainly not Hilary, Geri or Brian because none of these statistics is strong enough to account for a genuine crackdown.
Police are busy with plenty of other violations, especially after a snowstorm, said Paramus Deputy Chief Robert Guidetti, who responded to the Eastman crash back in 1997.
“If we see people driving in the opposite direction with a little snow on the roof, we might not stop every one of them,” said Guidetti. “But if it’s on the windshield or it’s blowing all over the place, that’s a different story. We all know what happened here 20 years ago.”
Here’s some more good news:
Nearly $110,000 of the fine money collected for these violations over the years has been used to finance four rooftop-snow cleaners installed at depots run by trucking companies, said Gary Poedubicky, who runs the state Division of Highway Traffic Safety.
Why help out truckers?
If you think you have trouble sweeping stubborn snow and ice from your sedan or SUV on a cold morning, imagine climbing 13½ feet to the top of a tractor trailer with a broom. These electrified snow-removing contraptions, which resemble goal posts with rolling brushes, can do the job within minutes.
None has been built in Passaic or Bergen yet, said Poedubicky. That’s unfortunate for independent North Jersey truckers who aren’t affiliated with larger firms that either have the resources to build them or have applied to the state for grants. In Wood-Ridge, though, a food-distribution firm – RedyRaw – has its own machine that will perform this task for a fee ranging from $100 to $150.
Meanwhile, the fund is building with each violation. According to Poedubicky, it still contains $264,000 – enough to build 15 or more of these cleaners.
The question is: Where should they be installed?
Readers have their own snowy questions:
“After snow-blowing the lip of my driveway and cleaning it, a snowplow plowed me in again, blocking me in,” said Clifton’s Leigh Kurtz. “By morning, this part of the driveway was frozen solid. What can I do?”
Arnold Serchuk had the same complaint. “Don’t these towns know a blocked driveway may be the difference in a life or death emergency if emergency vehicles can’t get to the home in time?” asked the Cresskill reader.
Arnold suggests that drivers lift their plows at each driveway. But police and public works officials ask their own question: Where should we put the snow if we don’t keep pushing to an appropriate place?
Clearing slush piles from densely populated streets is a sloppy, imperfect business that narrows street widths and complicates already complicated parking issues.
Leigh answered his own question this way: “I have to wait to clear it again after the sun takes effect and softens the snow.”
“Waiting for the sun” is also the best answer to a question posed by several readers and colleagues whose cars began to shake on the way into work Wednesday, mainly because snow had lodged in the wheel well.
A veteran AAA mechanic suggested simply brushing the snow away, but that’s not so easy when the wheel and wheel-well are caked with ice. A driver in a hurry to reach work on time is likely to chip away at it with a poker or a shovel.
“You can do a lot of damage that way if you hit a sensor,” advised Brendan Shanahan of Washington Garage in Bergenfield. “You’re usually better off staying home and letting the sun work its magic.”
When ice-cold reality backs us into a corner, sometimes doing nothing is the best plan.
Email: cichowski@northjersey.com
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North Jutland, Denmark: best short break guide
Our guide to the wonder that is Jutland, the most northerly part of Denmark. It's the perfect break for those who appreciate the great outdoors, pristine beaches, elegant seafood, stylish design and a little bit of Viking feasting...
By Charlotte Morgan
Say Denmark, think Copenhagen. But travel that little bit further north and you’ll be rewarded with pristine coastal views, beautiful beachside architecture and immaculately presented, cleverly cooked seafood.
We explored Jutland, the most northerly part of Denmark, in four days, beginning in the region’s biggest city, Aalborg, and then heading northbound towards Skagen, Lønstrup and the Grenen sandbar, where the North Sea and Kattegat Sea collide in a tumult of frothy waves. It was one of the most beautiful European road trips we’ve been on: white beaches lie undisturbed, the sea is as clear as it is cold and those buildings that do exist are either windmills or other fine examples of Scandinavian design – clean, white, unfussy. It’s a trip best done by car and Jutland’s proximity to the coast calls for layers… dress like the Danes, who never go anywhere without a big woolly scarf.
Food highlights
Our first taste of Jutland’s cuisine was in Aalborg, where a waterfront pocked with industry is in stark contrast to its cobbled, almost Bavarian backstreets. Tabu, one of the city’s newest restaurants, specialises in modern Nordic cuisine: green tomato with raw scallop and sorrel, homemade ham, buttermilk sorbet with sweet pickled cucumber – everything pure and minimalistic. Which leaves all the more room for one of Denmark’s favourite treats: caramelised, nutty brown butter on warm rye bread, gratefully replenished more often than was good for us.
A 50-minute drive west lies the quiet coastal town of Fjerritslev and its Svinkløv Badehotel, an immaculate, serene restaurant with rooms (whose shiny white wooden floors are repainted every year) split into several pastel-coloured spaces. The whole place is a breath of fresh Scandinavian air and the menu is just as clean; try a prettily presented plate of ox heart carpaccio, or scallops wrapped in smoked cheese with apple and lemon verbena. And of course, as we’re in Jutland, the sea is only a skip away – ideal for a pre-dinner amble.
One more must-visit restaurant is Villa Vest in Lønstrup, 50 minutes north of Aalborg by car. Impossibly romantic, it looks as if it’s floating on the sea and makes the most of its happy situation with panoramic windows everywhere. Watch the sun set alongside beautiful plates of grilled oyster brioche, turbot with hollandaise and pine powder, and white chocolate mousse with sharp rhubarb sorbet – food worthy of a Michelin star, although the chefs here are only interested in making ‘ordinary people’ happy.
When in Denmark, do as the Vikings did. That is, sit around a big bonfire and eat lots of meat. You can do just that at the Lindholm Høje, a Viking burial site overlooking Aalborg, with the mighty Jesper Lynge as your guide. He’s a real-life Viking (seriously) who has a softer culinary side – Jesper will cook you and your friends bowls of genuine Viking sustenance (beef, root veg and barley stew in a gutsy beer broth; mussels in cider and fried honey bread) while recounting the terrible tales of his ancestors.
The beds
Outside Aalborg (where we’d recommend Comwell Hvide Hus, a modern high-storey hotel that oozes Danish minimalism), the accommodation in Jutland tends to be understated, but also genuinely characterful and even inspiring at times. Brøndums Hotel in Skagen, for example, might have shared bathrooms and no TV to speak of, but the sumptuous 1840s building – adorned with oil canvases painted by those bohemian artists who flocked to Skagen in the 1920s – is breathtaking, and our room, though small, felt as if it was once lived in by a romantic poet. Plus we loved the Edwardian basins and radiators.
For something even more back-to-basics (but refreshingly so), try Badehotel Lønstrup, a five-minute walk from the aforementioned Villa Vest. White, clean rooms bathe in sunlight during the day, and there’s an honesty bar for late-night drinks. Expect a good breakfast, too: homemade jams and juices, local cheeses, charcuterie and, of course, all manner of rye breads.
Return flights from Gatwick to Aalborg cost from £79 (Norwegian.com). Skagen can be reached by car in just over an hour or by train in under two hours. Plan your journey at rejseplanen.dk, or for car hire book with Europcarat europcar.dk. More info: visitdenmark.co.uk
Written by Charlotte Morgan
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Ravenloft Dwarves
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Ravenloft Dwarves - Ravenloft Campaign Setting
Quote from: Ravenloft Campaign Setting 3E
Dwarves are a stout race, built as solidly as the mountains they call home. Their skin, typically a light tan or dark umber tone, is coarse and often streaked with ore dust or soot, as dwarves take pride in displaying the efforts of their labors. Hair and eye color, ranges from rust red to browns to black; dwarven hair often turns silver or slate gray by adulthood. Dwarves prefer the same somber, earthen tones in their clothing, often adorned with precious metals.
The dwarven mindset centers on the forge and family. They respect dedication in all forms — to hard work, to their clan, and to codes of honor. A dwarf holds nothing so precious as her family and nothing so beautiful as finely worked steel. Dwarves have little time for frivolity. Their music consists entirely of dirges for their ancestors or anthems of clan tradition. Other races often view dwarves as dour and humorless creatures but retain high praise for dwarven craftsmanship.
Dwarves claim a spiritual kinship with the earth itself. Some humans have distorted this, believing that dwarves are actually elemental spirits. Many human folktales speak of dwarves who require a diet of gold and gems or who turn to stone if touched by sunlight.
Homelands: The center of dwarven culture is the town of Tempe Falls in Darkon, though nearby Corvia also hosts a sizeable dwarven population. Smaller dwarven communities have also spread south along the Balinoks and to other mountainous regions, such as the Sleeping Beast of Lamordia.In recent years, dwarven explorers have also been making inroads into the forsaken region of the Mountains of Misery once known as Arak. There they have been laboring to reopen the abandoned mines and a long-neglected trade route that once connected Tempe Falls to Liara in Nova Vaasa.
Recommended Feats: Back to the Wall, Courage, Craft Magic Arms and Armor, Endurance, Great Fortitude, Iron Will, Jaded, Skill Focus (Craft [armorsmithing, blacksmithing, stonemasonry, weaponsmithing]).
Ravenloft Dwarves - Domains of the Dread
Quote from: Domains of Dread
The race of dwarves is perhaps the rarest of all the demihuman kin in Ravenloft. One of the major concentrations of dwarves known to exist on the Demiplane of Dread is the city of Tempe Falls in Necropolis. Other isolated dwarven communities might exist, especially in the mountainous regions of the Core, but none of these has over one hundred members.
Dwarves are short, stocky folk. On the average, male dwarves stand between three and five feet tall and weigh between one hundred thirty and one hundred seventy pounds. Females average somewhat lighter and shorter than this.
Dwarves live a long time, sometimes reaching an age of three and a half centuries. A newly generated dwarf character is usually fairly young, averaging around fifty or sixty years of age.
Male dwarves favor long, braided beards, although they often go bald at a relatively young age. Females braid their hair in long pony tails and often tie ribbons to these braids. Members of both sexes are born with brown or black hair that turns silver, gray, or white before they reach maturity.
Dwarves are dark-featured folk. Their skin ranges from ruddy brown or dark tan to a rich olive, and their eyes are almost uniformly dark brown or even black. Their clothing mirrors this, tending toward earth tones and muted colors.
Adventuring dwarves favor hafted weapons like axes, war hammers, and picks. They almost always wear the heaviest armor available to them. Because the weapons they wield generally require both hands to use, they often forego shields. For melee weapons, dwarves favor the crossbow and pistol - the former because it is a traditional weapon of their people, and the latter because it is loud and has a demoralizing effect on the enemy.
Like dwarves anywhere, those native to the Demiplane of Dread are stern and rugged. Some say that the dwarf race is the least changed by their time in the Mists. After all, they live underground and are insulated from the terrors of the surface. Others, however, argue that no people know the terrors of Ravenloft better than the dwarves. If the stories of ancient horrors found buried far beneath the Land of the Mists are true, this may well be the case.
The grim and quiet dwarves of Ravenloft have no use for idle chatter and speak only when the situation demands it. They tell no jokes, sing only dirgelike songs, and frown on festivals or holidays. It is easy to understand why many people consider dwarves a dour race. They work hard and cannot abide laziness. So somber a race, it has often been noted, perfectly suits the shadowy realm of Ravenloft.
Dwarves are an avaricious race, fond of gold and other precious metals. Their mines are always run efficiently and make high profits. They also favor strong drink, although this often makes them argumentative and brings about disputes and brawls.
It is difficult to imagine a more loyal friend or tenacious enemy than a dwarf. Anyone lucky enough to befriend one of these proud demihumans will find an ally who stands by him in even the most dangerous of situations. By the same token, however, angering one of these folk is not something undertaken lightly. Dwarf feuds often span decades and even centuries, with heirs often seeking revenge long after the death of the original combatants.
Ravenloft dwarves have much in common with the Viking cultures of some human worlds. As a result, they usually worship the gods of the Norse pantheon. Norse and Scandinavian names, like Gunila, Kallio, and Thorvid are excellent choices for dwarf characters. In addition, every dwarf has an appellation of some sort. Common examples might be "the Bold" or "the Foe Breaker." A typical dwarf changes these titles several times over the course of his life, always striving to reflect his greatest accomplishment.
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Olamide Sunday Oyetunji Thursday, October 03, 2019
It was a tensed atmosphere inside the package B of the Moshood Abiola stadium, Abuja with survival at stake for four teams.
The 2018/2019 season of the Nigeria Women's Football League is rounding-up as Osun Babes,Invisible Angels, Dream Stars Ladies and Kaduna Queens fights to avoid the drop.
Two matches was lined-up by the League body for the neutral Goal project pitch in Abuja.
Osun Babes first of all fought tooth and nail with Kaduna Queens in an early kickoff of the double dosage on offer for the fans of female soccer.
Both teams struggled for meaningful impact until the second 45 minutes when the Osogbo Based were awarded a spotkick when Winifred Eyebhoria was brought down inside the 18 yard box. Confidence Iloduba Sarah stepped and scored in the 50th minute but Msughter Anita responded for the Crocodile Ladies profiting from a defensive error by the Osun Babes defence.
It ended 1-1 and it was straight to penalty shoot-out as there must be victors and villains.
Osun Babes,Goalkeeper Chinaza Obia was the heroine as she saved the last penalty kick while Okogbe Victoria couldn't cover her team in glory as she blasted her kick over the goal for a 4-3 win for the South Westerners.
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Invisible Angels grabbed their well-deserved equaliser with six regulation minutes left on the clock via Kafayat Bashiru.
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By Sheri Taylor Bockelman
Performing Arts • Performing Arts for Young People • Radio • Art/Photography • April Day-By-Day • Planning Ahead • HIV Testing
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Un Soiree Pelouse 2008 raised about $10K for Houston GLBT Community Center.
How Does Your Garden Party Grow?
Organizers have high hopes for the second annual Un Soiree Pelouse. With its “In Wonderland” costume theme, the event (labeled “a garden party” so as to avoid confusion with “The Garden Party,” a legendary though now-defunct Sunday afternoon fundraiser for local gay causes) is chaired by Tom Baker, Marc Garcia, and Tom Thompson. The men hope this year’s event raises “more than $80,000 in cash and in-kind donations with soiree proceeds being divided equally between the Houston Buyers Club and AssistHers organizations.” Garcia says about 600 people attended the inaugural event in 2008, with 900 costumed revelers expected this year. An increase in proceeds is expected as well. “The support in cash donations this year has been much more successful,” he says, “so going into the event this year we are at an advantage. If no one were to show up to the event we would have already raised money—though clearly not enough.”
Singers Kim Kuzma and Eric Alan entertain, with Anita Bump emceeing. April 26, 4 p.m. Rich’s, 2401 San Jacinto. Tickets: $25–$300. Details: unsoiree.com. — Nancy Ford
Munchin Tommy Martinez
It may not be Emerald City, but Houston nonetheless welcomes out actor Tommy Martinez, blowing into town this month in the NETworks Presentations and Cadillac Broadway Across America-Houston production of The Wizard of Oz. Based on the Royal Shakespeare Company’s celebration of the 1939 MGM movie, the classic musical promises breathtaking stage effects to sweep audiences away, beginning with the moment the tornado twists its way into Kansas.
Representing the Lollipop Guild
Martinez, who plays a Munchkin, also performed with the first national tour and Atlantic City cast of The Wedding Singer . April 7–19, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St. Tickets: $21+. Details: 713/629-3700 • BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com. — N. F.
Scott Turner Schofield performs at the Unity Banquet
Spokespersons for the Unity Committee, an umbrella organization of local groups for individuals who identify as transgenders, transsexuals, and cross-dressers, are preparing for the 17th annual Unity Banquet. The semi-formal dinner dance is said to be one of the premiere single-night transgender events in the nation.
Unity and More
In addition to a silent auction that raises additional funds to support Unity Committee programs, the evening also includes the awarding of Peggy Rudd Transgender Scholarships, two scholarships for trans-identified students.
Performance artist Scott Turner Schofield, who was profiled in the February 2009 issue of OutSmart (“Girly Man?”), headlines the event. May 2, 6:30 p.m. Sheraton Brookhollow Hotel, 3000 North Loop West. Tickets: $50–$60. Details: htuc.org. — N. F.
The food, the music, the vendor markets . . . it’s hard to pick one “best thing” about Houston’s legendary International Festival. Now in its 38th year and known by its more 21st-century-friendly nickname, “iFest,” each spring the Houston event draws thousands and thousands of people in support of the Houston Festival Foundation’s year-round arts, education, and outreach programs.
Boega at iFest
Houston iFest Goes Irish
But this year, perhaps its more appropriate name would be “O’Fest.” The centerpiece of this year’s festival, the Ireland Zone, celebrates the rich history and cultural influences of Ireland, complete with a replica of the legendary Blarney Castle. Interactive exhibits and artisan demonstrations depicting the arts, culture, and history of Ireland also emphasize this year’s Irish theme.
Spanning from City Hall to Upper Sam Houston Park in downtown Houston, iFest 2009 also features exotic international foods, as well as music and dance groups in seven international entertainment-themed zones highlighting Cajun, zydeco, blues, rock, country, folk, Latin, and reggae music.
April 18–19 and April 25–26, throughout downtown Houston. Tickets: $7.50–&18. Details: ifest.org. — N. F.
Constant Star. Portrayal of Ida B. Wells, daughter of freed slaves, in her roles as newspaper editor/publisher, co-founder of the NAACP, mother, wife, and the most powerful leader in the anti-lynching campaign in America. Through April 12. The Ensemble Theatre, 3535 Main St. Info: ensemblehouston.com, 713/520-0055.
The Convenient Woman. Teresa Chapman joins forces with choreographer and performing artist Leslie Scates and designer Frederique deMontblanc to develop a dance-theater performance that takes a personal look at the current culture of dissatisfaction. Apr. 3–11. DiverseWorks, 1117 East Freeway. Tickets ($8–$15): diverseworks.org, 713/335-3445.
Crossroads of America! The Project Divisi String Orchestra teams up with VOX: The Rob Seible Singers to explore themes of slavery, industrial revolution, and rock ‘n’ roll. Apr. 7 at 8 pm, Zilkha Hall, 800 Bagby. Tickets: Hobby Center Box Office at 713/315-2525 or thehobbycenter.org, or projectdivisi.org for a direct link to purchase tickets.
Grandpa Hasn’t Moved in Days. Ned is dead and it’s a Fertle family funeral. $22. Through May 9. Radio Music Theatre, 2623 Colquitt. Info: 713/522-7722, radiomusictheatre.com.
Hunter Gatherers. The Catastrophic Theatre, presented through a partnership with Stages Repertory Theatre, kicks off its second season with this comedy by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, who is openly gay. Though the play is about two heterosexual couples, there is a gay sensibility to it. Apr. 1–11 at 8 pm at Stages, 3201 Allen Parkway. Suggested ticket price is $25, but no one turned away for lack of funds. Tickets/info: 713/527-8243.
Les Misérables , by TUTS. Must-see 19th-century-France musical of a convict trying to start over, the relentless inspector in pursuit, and a single mother forced into prostitution. $32–$80. Through Apr. 5. Hobby Center, 800 Bagby. Info: tuts.com, 713/558-8887.
Little Women: The Musical. Based on the literary classic by Louisa May Alcott, emotional saga of three March sisters and how pivotal moments changed their lives in the Civil War era. $12–$20. 8 pm. Apr. 3–18. The Country Playhouse, 12802 Queensbury Lane. Info: countryplayhouse.org, 713/467-4497.
Houston Grand Opera presents Rigoletto . The battle between hunchback Rigoletto and the lecherous Duke of Mantua over adored daughter Gilda’s virtue. $25–$205. Apr. 17–May 2. Brown Theater, Wortham Center, 501 Texas Ave. at Smith St. Info: houston grandopera.org, 713/228-OPERA (6737).
RENT! with openly gay actor Anthony Rapp, who originated the role of Mark Cohen, and Adam Pascal as Roger. An incredible performance of the national tour. Tickets start at $20. Apr. 29–May 3. Hobby Center, 800 Bagby. Info: tuts.com, 713/558-8887.
The Seven Year Itch. Richard Sherman’s wife is away for the summer and a beautiful girl has moved in upstairs. $13–$15. Apr. 10–May 2. Theatre Southwest, 8944-A Clarkcrest. Info: theatresouthwest.org, 713/661-9505.
Steel Magnolias. Truvy’s beauty salon, where life is shared between Southern women going through passages of womanhood, with hilarious turns, triumphs, and unexpected trials. $25–$45. Through Apr. 11. The Texas Repertory Theatre Co., 14243 Stuebner Airline Rd., Northwoods Plaza. Info: texreptheatre.org, 281/583-7573.
PERFORMING ARTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Asian Treasures. Three stories teach us to be fair and considerate to our friends. From India they tell “The Gifts of Wail Dad.” The story from Indonesia is “The Adventures of Mouse Deer” and from China “The Boy Who Drew Cats.” $8. Sat., Apr. 4 & 11. Express Theatre, 446 Northwest Mall. Info: expresstheatre.com, 713/682-5044.
Sideways Stories from Wayside School. Whimsical classroom adventures always happen in Wayside School, built one on top of the other, but for five students on the 30th floor, there’s never a dull moment! Sat., Apr. 18 & 25; May 2 & 16. $12 adult, $10 child/senior. Main Street Theater–Chelsea Market, 4617 Montrose Blvd. Info: mainstreettheater.com, 713/524-6706.
After Hours. Sunday mornings, 1-4 am. Featuring the QMZ (Queer Music Zone) with Jimmy Carper. KPFT 90.1 FM, 713/526-5738.
Queer Voices. Mondays, 8-10 pm. Features, news, music, interviews, reviews, and commentary. KPFT 90.1 FM, 713/526-4000.
Reach Out in the Darkness. Houston’s only transgender radio host and her partner present selected music from the ’60s, played like it was in the ’60s, exclusively from vinyl pressings. Every Wednesday morning, 3-6 am, KPFT Pacifica radio (90.1 FM).
World of Opera. Houston Grand Opera returns to the airwaves for its 8th season beginning Oct. 14 with highlights from last season’s performances. Saturdays, 12:30 pm on 88.7 FM, KUHF. Info/radio guides: 800/62-OPERA or www.npr.org.
Bark for Art. Artists contribute in varying media and donate 10 percent of the proceeds to Red Collar Rescue, a nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to providing rescue services, vet care, foster care, and adoptive placement to stray and abandoned dogs and cats. Sat., Apr. 4, Red Collar Rescue sets up an adoption site in front of the Green House Gallery. The Bark for Art exhibit runs through Apr. 30. The Green House Gallery, 716 W. Alabama. Info: greenhouseartgallery.com, 713/535-6462.
The Birth of Christianity: A Jewish Story explores the relationship between these two religions. $12.50–$18. Through Apr. 12. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, One Hermann Circle Dr. Info: hmns.org, 713/639-4629.
The Boardroom. A collaborative installation featuring murals by graffiti artists WEAH, ACK!, Raiko Nin, and film work by Alex PR!MO Luster. Through Apr. 17. Front Gallery, Art League Houston, 1953 Montrose Blvd. Info: artleaguehouston.org or 713/523-9530.
Clay Across Texas Series: San Antonio shows the work of three San Antonio ceramic artists, each with their own distinct style. Apr. 4–26 (opening reception Sat., Apr. 4, 6–9 p.m) at 18 Hands Gallery, 249-B West 19th St. Info: 18handsgallery.com, 713-869-3099.
Creating Space City USA. See the evolution of NASA, from the construction of the Johnson Space Center in 1962, and the city of Houston’s role in the space program. Free. Through Apr. 26. The Heritage Society Museum, 1100 Bagby, Sam Houston Park. Info: heritagesociety.org, 713/655-1912.
First Saturday Arts Market. Local artists display and sell original works of art, and local musicians entertain. Held the 1st Saturday at 548 West 19th at Wind Water Gallery’s parking lot. Free. 11 am–6 pm. Info: yalestreetmarket.com.
Literally Figurative focuses on the many aspects of the human figure as depicted by several craft artists through works made from ceramic, fiber, glass, metal, wood, and mixed media. Apr. 4–July 3 at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 4848 Main St. Info: 713/529-4848, crafthouston.org.
Pioneers of Contemporary Glass is 300 pieces of exemplary glass works. Through July 26. Caroline Wiess Law and Audrey Jones Beck buildings of the Museum of Fine Arts, 1001 Bissonnet. Info: mfah.org, 713/639-7300; Spanish: 713/639-7379.
The Puppet Show : marionette art. A variety of media that explores the imagery of puppets. Through Apr. 12. Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, 5216 Montrose Blvd. Info: camh.org, 713/284-8250.
Repository. Following surgery for cervical cancer, photographer Sarah Sudhoff began investigating the effects of the illness, resulting in a series of photos and videos that presents an account of the artist and her illness. Through Apr. 17. Main Gallery, Art League Houston, 1953 Montrose. Info: artleaguehouston.org, [email protected]
APRIL DAY-BY-DAY • WEEKLY • MONTHLY
1 (Wed.)
The New Songs Project. Da Camera’s A Little Day Music free lunchtime concert series: original music collaboration by college and middle-school students. Noon. Grand Foyer, Wortham Theater Center, 500 Texas Ave. Info: dacamera.com, 713/524-5050.
3 (Fri.)
Dafnis Prieto , Cuban-American drummer. Da Camera of Houston presents the energetic and innovative Dafnis Prieto Sextet. $30–$50. 8 pm. Cullen Theater, Wortham Theater Center, 500 Texas Ave. Info: dacamera.com, 713/524-5050.
3–5 (Fri.–Sun.)
The Historic Houston Heights Spring Home & Garden Tour , themed “Soaring to New Heights,” celebrates how the neighborhood continues to invite growth while maintaining tradition. Kick off the festivities with the annual candlelight dinner & auction; follows a private tour of the homes. $100/person, Fri., 8–11 pm at Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter St. Tour Weekend: Sat.–Sun., noon–6 pm, $20; individual homes $5. Tickets include all homes and bus shuttles. Info: houstonheights.org, 713/861-4002, ext. 3.
4 & 5 (Sat. & Sun.)
A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Updated version to amuse all ages, complete with all the usual characters, hilarity, and chaos. $15 adult, $10 child/senior. Main Street Theater–Rice Village, 2540 Times Blvd. Info: mainstreettheater.com, 713/524-6706.
4, 11, 25, May 2 (Sat.)
Square Dance Classes. Casual dress. Same-sex couples and singles welcome. No partner needed. $35 per person for four lessons, plus four dance practices on Thursdays (refreshments included). 9 am–1 pm at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial Dr. @ Gessner. Info: 281/450-8258, fairbees.com.
7 (Tues.)
The Chiara String Quartet presented by Da Camera of Houston. T he quartet is joined by violinist Rebecca Fischer’s father, cellist Norman Fischer, in the world premiere of String Quintet: Thoughts Fly . 7:30 pm at The Menil Collection, 1515 Sul Ross. Tickets ($35): Da Camera Music Center, 1427 Branard; 713/524-5050; or dacamera.com.
A Holy Week Service of Wholeness and Healing is not necessarily a service of curing, but it can provide an atmosphere in which healing can happen. 6 pm in the chapel at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St. Info: 713/528-0527, stpaulshouston.org .
9 (Thurs.)
The Ten Tenors ‘ Houston stop is part of its Nostalgica tour featuring a program of classical tenor repertoire, Neapolitan ballads, and rock classics. Presented by Society for the Performing Arts (SPA) at 8 pm in Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana. Tickets ($20–$65): spahouston.org, 713/227-4SPA, or at the courtyard level ticket office at Jones Hall.
9–11 (Thurs.–Sat.)
Dance Salad Festival is three days of a mixture of outstanding international dancers, who represent some of the best ballet and contemporary dance companies in the world from England, France, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Belgium, and China. Many of these groups have never or seldom been to the U.S. before and are only coming to Houston to perform at the festival, no other city in the U.S. 7:30 pm at Cullen Theater, Wortham Center. Tickets ($17–$47)/details: dancesalad.org.
11 (Sat.)
The Easter Vigil has both historic and symbolic roots in the Jewish Passover. In this service, explains the United Methodist Book of Worship, “we experience the passage from slavery to freedom, from sin to salvation, from death to life.” Begins at 6 pm on the Main St. entry front steps of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St. Info: 713/528-0527, stpaulshouston.org .
Smokin’ Joe Kubek and Bnois King create a one-two punch of raw, tough, Lone Star blues-rock, performing fiery tunes from Blood Brothers , their debut CD. $8. 10 pm. Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club, 5731 Kirby Dr., 713/523-9999.
16 (Thurs.)
Pretty Party benefits The Fairy Godmother Project. Pink Lady vodka cocktails, beer from St. Arnold’s, wine, delectable nibbles, plus guests receive a Get Gorgeous Goody Bag, stocked with jewelry, eyeglass accessories, luscious false lashes, beauty products, and gift certificates. $20 donation at the door. Solution for Hair & Makeup, 1800 Westheimer. Festivities continue at Serendipity3 and The Eye Gallery. 7–9 pm. Info: SolutionForHair.com, Fairy
GodmotherProject.com, or 713/526-4545.
Lauren Anderson , retired prima ballerina and now outreach associate with the Houston Ballet, talks with the St. Paul’s Prime Timers at 11 am. The group gathers at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St., at 10:30 am (program follows at 11). A $5 lunch is served to those who RSVP by Apr. 14 via [email protected] or 713/582-0527. One does not have to be a Prime Timer or member to attend. Info: 713/528-0527, stpaulshouston.org .
17 & 18 (Fri. & Sat)
Media Archeology: Liquid Light to the Laptop, the Evolution of Live Visuals. Aurora Picture Show salutes the technical phenomenon of the psychedelic light show: Friday night, enjoy a performance by the Joshua Light Show and Electronic Music pioneer Silver Apples. Saturday night features Maximal Art: The Origins and Aesthetics of West Coast Light Shows , and a special screening of Andy Warhol’s Exploding Plastic Inevitable with The Velvet Underground . $10–$12. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet St. Info: aurorapictureshow.org, 713/868-2101.
Free Earth Day Celebration. Learn about earth-friendly products from local companies and organizations, and find out about recycling opportunities in Houston. 10 am–4 pm at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center in Memorial Park, 4501 Woodway. Info: 713/681-8433, houstonarboretum.org.
Marcia Ball , award-winning blues singer, at iFest. She’s down-home, Texas-born, Louisiana-raised, and has true-blue soul in her music. Pianist/vocalist/songwriter Marcia Ball’s groove-laden New Orleans R&B, heart-wrenching ballads, and driving Gulf Coast blues have made her a favorite of music fans all over the world. $15; children 12 and under are free. 8 pm, Texas Stage. Houston International Festival is held in the area around Downtown Houston City Hall, Tranquility Park & Sam Houston Park. Info: ifest.org.
19 (Sun.)
Ray McGinnis , author of Writing the Sacred , presents a psalm-writing workshop. $15. 5–7 pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St. Workshop info: Rev. Gail Williford at 713/528-0527 or [email protected] . To register: [email protected] , 713/582-0527.
19, 26, May 3, 10 (Sun.)
Exploring St. Paul’s is a four-part series about St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. Topics: history; tour of the modified English Gothic sanctuary constructed in 1929; theology; and stewardship and how to get involved. 9:45 am at St. Paul’s, 5501 Main St. Info: 713/528-0527, stpaulshouston.org .
21 (Tues.)
The Tommy Tune Awards , presented by TUTS. Named for Houston native and Lamar High School alumnus, Tommy Tune, winners chosen from local 2008–2009 high school theater production winners are announced at a Tony Awards-style ceremony. The event features numbers from nominated shows, as well as award presentations for the performers, directors, choreographers, orchestras, and designers. Sarofim Hall, Hobby Center for Performing Arts, 800 Bagby. Info: tuts.com, 713/558-2600.
22 (Wed.)
St. Paul’s School is providing a parent education workshop with Dr. Sarah Pollack and Dr. Merle Holland about how to help young children develop a healthy relationship with food. Free. 9:45–11:15 am in the Jones Building of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main St. To RSVP for the workshop and childcare during it: 713/528-5779, [email protected] Info : stpaulspreschool.org.
24 (Fri.)
Wine & Cheese Night Hike. Enjoy an evening walk in the woods to a deck overlooking the arboretum meadow and pond to sample a variety of cheeses, chocolates, and wines with Whole Foods wine specialist Dan Forbes. Ages 21 and up. Limited spaces. $22 members; $32 non-members. 7–9 pm at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center in Memorial Park, 4501 Woodway. Info: 713/681-8433, houstonarboretum.org.
3rd Annual “Art with Heart” Charity Auction , with Archbishop Daniel Cardinal DiNardo of Galveston-Houston as honorary chair, benefits the San Jose Clinic. The evening features live music by the Harry Sheppard Jazz Group, food, wine, and over 200 original works by local professional artists and high school students. $50. 6:30–9:30 pm. Three Allen Center, 333 Clay St. Info: sanjoseclinic
.org or 713/228-9411, ext. 2679.
[email protected] & [email protected]: RENT! Starring openly gay actor Anthony Rapp, who originated the role of Mark Cohen, and has appeared in numerous Broadway shows and on television dramas. An incredible performance of the national tour, limited to five days. OutSmart magazine invites you to mingle in a cabaret-style atmosphere immediately after the performance. Complimentary appetizers and happy-hour drink specials. Meet cast members and enjoy music by a TUTS pianist. Artista Restaurant, street level. Free admission with show tickets, start at $20. 8 pm. Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St. Info: www.tuts.com, 713/558-TUTS (8887).
Weekly (Mondays)
TG Support Group. One of the oldest groups in Houston (started in 1990), Helping TransGenders Anonymous is a facilitated support group for all transgenders, supporters, family, and significant others. 7–9 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. More info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
Meditation Mondays. Alan Davidson, author of Body Brilliance: Mastering Your Five Vital Intelligences , leads Big Mind, a simple, yet powerful and rapid way to help you shift into wisdom, self-realization, and actualization. 7:30–9:30 pm in the studio classroom at 1712 Fairview. Info: ThroughYourBody.com/
events.html, 713/942-0923.
Weekly (Tuesdays)
Houston Roller Derby Rec League. Girls interested in skating but need to learn more skating skills or just want to learn the game and skate recreationally do not have to join the derby to skate with the rec league. Training is 7:30–9:30 pm at Dairy Ashford Roller Rink. Info: http://houstonroller
derby.com/public/page236.aspx.
Weekly (Thursdays)
Depression & Bipolar Support Group. Don’t let depression or bipolar disorder dig its claws into what little hope you’ve managed to hide from the shadows. Bering Support Network can help. You can benefit from the experience of others. GLBT friendly. Free. Bering Memorial United Methodist Church, 1440 Harold, Room 232, 7:15–8:30 pm. Info: 713/526-1018.
Weekly (Sun., Wed., Sat.)
Love and Rackets. Tennis players and enthusiasts of all levels are invited to join the Houston Tennis Club at Memorial Park tennis center. Sundays 9 am–noon, Wednesdays 7:30–9 pm, and offers clinics every Saturday 9–10:30 am. There are also social activities throughout the year. Annual membership $30, court fees $3 per session. More info: houstontennisclub.org.
Biweekly (2nd & 4th Wed.)
City of Houston TransGender Task Force is charged by the city of Houston to ensure that transgender Houstonians are able to access the medical and social services in order to reduce the incidence of HIV within the transgender community. 7–9 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. More info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
Biweekly (2nd & 4th Fri.)
Transgender Buddhist Meditation Group offers a traditional Theravada Buddhist vipassana 30-minute meditation for transgenders. 7–9 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. More info: 713/520-8586 or transhouston.com.
Biweekly (2nd Tues. & 4th Sat.)
FTM TG Support Group. Some Transgenders Are Guys is one of the most dynamic FTM groups in the country. STAG is a facilitated group for female-to-male identified individuals, supporters, family, and significant others. 2nd Tuesday 7–9 pm and 4th Saturday 5–6 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. More info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
Monthly (2nd Tues.)
Free Legal Consultations for Anyone with HIV/AIDS. AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH, www.aidshelp.org ) and Katine & Nechman L.L.P. have partnered to provide 30 minutes of free legal consultation on any legal issue to anyone with HIV. If any action is recommended, an attorney will take steps when applicable or make referrals to appropriate legal aid offices. Consultations are held at the offices of Katine & Nechman, located at 1111 North Loop West, Suite 180. To schedule an appointment, clients should call the law office at 713/808-1000 or use the contact box on the firm’s website (which has more info on the consultations): lawkn.com.
Monthly (3rd Tues.)
The Chapter One Book Group at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church discusses A Long Way from Tipperary: What a Former Monk Discovered in His Search for the Truth by John Dominic Crosson. 7:30 p.m. in the church’s Youth Library, J-202, at St. Paul’s, 5501 Main St. Info: 713/528-0527, stpaulshouston.org .
Monthly (1st Fri.)
TG Social. The Friday Night Transgender Social is a special, once-a-month event hosted by the TG Center for the Houston-area transgender community, supporters, family members, friends, community providers, and significant others. Each themed social consists of a dinner, movie, games, and/or presentation. 7–10 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. $5. More info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
Monthly (2nd Sat.)
Second Saturdays at Winter St. Studios. It’s open-door policy at Winter St. Studios every second Saturday of the month. This is a great way to meet and hang with the varied artists working in many different media and styles in their studios. Participating artists have a large red dot on or near the door of their studio. All are welcome between 1 and 6 pm. Winter St. Studios, 2101 Winter St. Info: 713/862-0082, winterstreetstudios.net.
Monthly (4th Sat.)
TG Support Group. Texas Association for Transsexual Support is another one of the original support groups in Houston. TATS is a professionally facilitated support group for those identifying as being a transsexual. 4–5 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. More info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
Significant Others TG Support Group. The Significant Others Support is a group that provides support to the wives, husbands, girlfriends, and boyfriends of individuals whose partners are considering transition. 3–4 pm at the TG Center, 713 Fargo. Info: 713/520-8586, transhouston.com.
May 1 & 2 (Fri. & Sat.)
The Gold tells a powerful, fictional story that follows the life journey of Joseph Cohen, a German Jew and amateur boxer, through the Nazi regime and the formation of the state of Israel, culminating at the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. Free, but tickets required for seating. 8 pm, Miller Outdoor Theatre, 100 Concert Dr. Info: MillerOutdoorTheatre.com, 281/373-3386.
May 1, 2 & 3 (Fri., Sat. & Sun.)
Ho’oponopono with Sondra Ray. Hawaiian spiritual process to “make right” or “make amends”—simple profound ceremony for forgiveness and release. Fri., 7:30–9:30 pm; arrive 7–7:15. Love offering/donation. • Live, Love, Flourish! is a two-day workshop with Sondra Ray. Create abundance & love in any circumstance. Teaching, interactive learning, & breathwork. Sat. & Sun., 10 am–6 pm (arrive 9–9:45). $250 till Apr. 10; $325 after. • Both at Great Hall at Mankind Project, 6950 W. 43rd. Info: LiveLoveFlourish.info , 713/649-3209.
May 1–9 (Fri.–Sat.)
André Previn’s Brief Encounter . World premiere. Two strangers meet by chance in a train station, leading to a relationship torn between love and loyalty. Based upon Noël Coward’s play Still Life and the film screenplay for 1945’s Brief Encounter . $20–$200. Brown Theater, Wortham Center, 501 Texas Ave. at Smith St. Info: houstongrandopera.org, 713/228-OPERA (6737).
May 2 (Sat.)
After Bach. This collaboration between Da Camera and Houston Chamber Choir includes Bach’s Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue, BWV 903 ; selected choral works by Mendelssohn and the Busoni arrangements of selected Bach chorale preludes. $25–$45. 8 pm. Cullen Theater, Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas at Smith. Info: dacamera.com, 713/524-5050.
Carl Han’s 4th Annual Love Party , benefiting HATCH’s Alternative Prom in June, features Houston’s premiere belly-dancing troupe, The Tribal Lillies, and drag performances by Yna Nova, China Doll, and Christina Lee. Donation: $10. 6:30–9 pm. Meteor, 2306 Genesee. Info: Montrose Counseling Center, 713/529-0037.
May 2, 3, 9, & 10 (Weekends)
Galveston Historic Homes Tour: Celebration of Historic Galveston’s Rebirth. Ten privately owned homes, each a survivor of a calamity such as hurricane or fire, some still in the midst of reconstruction, are on the 2009 tour. Advance tickets, $20; $25 after May 2. 10 am–6 pm. Info: galvestonhistory.org, call 409/765-7834.
May 6 (Wed.)
The Houston Chamber Choir. Da Camera’s A Little Day Music free lunchtime concert series. Enter for a chance to win tickets to future Da Camera events. Noon. Grand Foyer, Wortham Theater Center, 500 Texas Ave. Info: dacamera.com, 713/524-5050.
May 6–9 (Wed.–Sat.)
HGO Chorus Auditions at the Wortham Theater Center, 510 Preston. The Houston Grand Opera Chorus is a professional group of diverse men and women of all professions and backgrounds. Info: houstongrandopera.org.
Thomas Street Clinic is offering HIV testing free to the public, Mon.-Fri. 9 am-1 pm. There is no need to establish eligibility (“gold-card”), no donation will be asked of the person seeking testing, and the test is free. Thomas Street Clinic, 2015 Thomas, 713/873-4157 or 713/873-4026.
The Montrose Clinic offers free confidential HIV testing at these locations:
Decades, 1205 Richmond, 713/521-2224, Mon. 6-10pm (Dennis);
EJ’s, 2517 Ralph, 713/527-9071, Wed. & Fri. 10pm-1am (Rhonda & Lourdes);
Mary’s, Naturally, 1022 Westheimer, 713/527-9669, Wed. 4-8pm (Jack);
Midtown Spa, 3100 Fannin, 713/522-2379, Tues. 9pm-1am (Carlos), Wed. 10pm-1am (Juan), Fri. 10pm-1am (Quincy);
Ripcord, 715 Fairview, 713/521-2792, Wed. 9pm-12am (Matthew);
Inergy/Mango Lounge, 5750 Chimney Rock, 713/660-7310, Mon. 9pm-12am (Carlos);
1415 Bar & Grill, 1415 California, 713/522-7066, Thurs. 9pm-12am (Carlos);
611 Hyde Park Pub, 611 Hyde Park, 713/526-7070, Tues. 3-7pm & Sun. 2-6pm (Matthew);
All Star News and Video Emporium, 3415 Katy Freeway & Studewood, 713/869-7878, Mon. & Thurs. 4-8pm (Jack);
Brazos River Bottom, 2400 Brazos, 713/528-9192, Thurs. 8pm-12am (Matthew);
Cousin’s, 817 Fairview, 713/528-9204, Thurs. 8pm-12am (Jack);
Club Houston, 2205 Fannin, 713/659-4998, Tues. 8pm-12am (Dennis). For more info: 713/830-3000.
Planned Parenthood offers free anonymous or confidential testing at clinic locations throughout the area. To speak with an HIV counselor: 1-800-230-PLAN, Dickinson: 281/337-7725, Fannin: 713/831-6543, FM1960: 281/587-8081, Greenspoint: 281/445-4553, Huntsville: 936/295-6396, Lufkin: 936/634-8446 x223, Rosenberg: 281/342-3950, Stafford: 281/494-9848.
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Prehistory /
Early Hominids & Human Evolution /
From Primitives to Primates
From Primitives to Primates: A History of Ethnographic and Primatological Analogies in the Study of Prehistory [Hardback]
David Van Reybrouck (Author)
ISBN: 9789088904752 | Published by: Sidestone Press | Year of Publication: 2017 | Language: English 384p, H257 x W182 (mm) 20bw
Where do our images about early hominids come from? In this fascinating in-depth study, David Van Reybrouck demonstrates how input from ethnography and primatology has deeply influenced our visions about the past from the 19th century to this day – often far beyond the available evidence. Victorian scholars were keen to look at contemporary Australian and Tasmanian aboriginals to understand the enigmatic Neanderthal fossils. Likewise, today’s primatologists debate to what extent bonobos, baboons or chimps may be regarded as stand-ins for early human ancestors. The belief that the contemporary world provides ‘living links’ still goes strong. Such primate models, Van Reybrouck argues, continue the highly problematic ‘comparative method’ of the Victorian times. He goes on to show how the field of ethnoarchaeology has succeeded in circumventing the major pitfalls of such analogical reasoning.
A truly interdisciplinary study, this work shows how scholars working in different fields can effectively improve their methods for interpreting the deep past by understanding the historical challenges of adjacent disciplines.
Overviewing two centuries of intellectual debate in fields as diverse as archaeology, ethnography and primatology, Van Reybrouck’s book is one long plea for trying to understand the past on its own terms, rather than as facile projections from the present.
David Van Reybrouck (Bruges, 1971) was trained as an archaeologist at the universities of Leuven, Cambridge and Leiden. Before becoming a highly successful literary author (The Plague, Mission, Congo…), he worked as a historian of ideas. For more than twelve years, he was coeditor of Archaeological Dialogues. In 2011-12, he held the prestigious Cleveringa Chair at the University of Leiden.
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There’s a new face on the Oxford School District’s board of directors.
Ray Hill, 41, has been appointed to a five-year term by Oxford’s Board of Aldermen and begins duties this month.
Hill, a Starkville native, has lived in Oxford ever since he began law school at the University of Mississippi. He graduated in 2000, married his fellow lawyer wife, and it is where they now both practice law and are raising a family.
His involvement in the public school district goes beyond having an 11-year-old in the fifth grade and a 9-year-old in the third grade.
“I come from a family of educators,” he said. “My father was a college professor and my mother was a superintendent of a school district in Georgia. I grew up in the public schools and graduated from a public high school. I’ve always been involved in public schools and I felt like this would be a way to make a direct impact in the community.”
Hill, who does litigation work in courtrooms with Clayton O’Donnell, takes the seat vacated by Whitney Byars and already has some goals in mind.
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Hill has experience both working with the school district and serving on boards. His more recent service activities include being on the committee that was tasked with trying to pass the last bond issue that built the new high school and being a member of the board of directors for the United Way of Oxford and Lafayette County.
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“I was thrilled, very honored they selected me,” he said. “There were four other really strong candidates and I don’t think the city could have gone wrong no matter who they picked. I’m just very humbled.”
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A member of the Texas Bar since 1988, Ben began his legal career with the Austin firm of Bankston, Wright & Greenhill, P.C. as a trial attorney in the firm s commercial litigation and insurance defense sections. With Eric Galton, in 1988 Ben established the first formal ADR section in a Texas law firm. From 1991 to 1996, Ben was of counsel with the litigation firm of George, Donaldson & Ford, L.L.P., practicing in the areas of complex commercial litigation, tort, media, constitutional, insurance, real estate, and personal injury litigation and ADR. In 1996, Ben joined the firm of George & Donaldson, L.L.P. as a partner, working exclusively on a broad range of complex ADR and litigation matters.
In 2000, Ben resigned his law firm partnership to form the ADR firm of Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois, P.L.L.C. (Lakeside Mediation Center) with Eric Galton and Gregory T. Bourgeois. Ben maintained an Of-Counsel relationship with the firm of George & Brothers, L.L.P., representing a limited number of clients in litigation and settlement counsel matters. In early 2008, Ben limited his practice exclusively to the arenas of mediation and selected settlement counsel engagements. As an attorney, Ben has represented corporations, national and international media companies, governmental entities, small businesses and individuals in the arenas of civil litigation, arbitration, administrative law, and ADR. As a mediator, Ben has mediated almost every conceivable dispute, and is known for his creative and innovative approaches to dispute resolution. Over more than twenty years of mediating, Ben has gained a reputation as a mediator who can tackle the complex and "garden-variety" disputes with equal enthusiasm and success, and is known as a "go-to" mediator for difficult and complex cases.
More information about Ben may be found on the professional sites LinkedIn and Avvo.
Arts (Fine/Performing)
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B.A., University of the State of New York, Albany
J.D., South Texas College of Law
Board of Directors, Austin/Travis County Dispute Resolution Center.
Credentialed-Distinguished Mediator designation, Texas Mediator Credentialing Association.
AV-Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell.
Former Director: Texas Association of Mediators.
Advisory Board Member, ADR Graduate Programs, Texas State University.
Adjunct Mediation Professor, Texas State University, ABA accredited ADR/Legal Studies - Masters Degree program.
Frequent lecturer, Advanced Mediation, Texas Association of Mediators.
Annual series of Lakeside Mediation advanced mediator CLE: "Mastering Mediation".
Former Member, Association of Conflict Resolution (formerly, SPIDR).
Member, Association of Attorney Mediators.
Approved Federal Court Mediator; U.S. District Courts.
National Panel of Consumer Arbitrators, 1986
American Jurisprudence Award, ADR
Texas Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts Advanced Mediation Training.
United States Postal System REDRESS mediation training, 1999
Numerous speaking engagements, ADR presentations.
Lecturer and writer on Ethics in Mediation.
Co-Producer/Trainer: award winning "Preparing Clients for Mediation" video
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Please call Lakeside Mediation for details. (512) 477-9300
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Evacuations Lifted Near Creek Fire Burn Area Amid Storm
By Heather Navarro and Jonathan Gonzalez • Published January 9, 2018 • Updated on March 2, 2018 at 7:34 pm
For the latest forecast and updates, visit the NBCLA.com weather page here and watch the NBC4 News.
Mandatory evacuations were lifted for hundreds of residents in Sylmar near the Creek Fire burn area Tuesday morning as heavy downpour rained down on the region.
The worst of the winter storm hit Tuesday starting at 5 a.m., causing downed power lines and debris flow near burn scars and closing freeways across SoCal.
The Creek Fire scorched more than 15,000 acres in December before it was contained, leaving shifting soil vulnerable during the biggest storm of the season.
While residents have been putting up barriers in the area in anticipation of the January storm, fire crews still urged residents to get out.
The probability of mudslides in the Kagel Canyon area prior to the storm was gauged at 60-80 percent.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department imposed mandatory evacuations in the Kagel Canyon, Lopez Canyon and Little Tujunga Canyon areas Monday ahead of the storm. The evacuations were lifted by Tuesday at 10 a.m., but only residents with ID would be allowed back into the area. Roads were to reopen as well.
An evacuation center was set up at the Sun Valley Recreation Center at 8133 Vineland Avenue. Large animals were taken to Pierce College at 6201 Winnetka Avenue in Woodland Hills.
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Trump's Year: Congress Bickers Over Russia, Mueller Looms
As lawmakers publicly bicker, Robert Mueller is quietly continuing his investigation
By Mary Clare Jalonick • Published January 12, 2018 • Updated on January 13, 2018 at 8:47 am
Republicans who spent the early months of 2017 working with Democrats on investigations into Russian interference in U.S. elections have pivoted as the new year begins and midterm elections loom, leaving the conclusions of those congressional probes in doubt.
As special counsel Robert Mueller has ramped up his own Russian investigation and brought charges against four of President Donald Trump's former campaign advisers, Republicans have changed focus in their own Russia probes. With Trump's encouragement as he nears a year in office, multiple GOP-led congressional committees are now investigating the FBI and whether the bureau conspired against the president during the campaign.
With the exception of the Senate Intelligence Committee, which has maintained bipartisan comity, it's becoming increasingly likely that Congress won't be able to agree on whether Trump's campaign was in any way connected to the Russian meddling or on how to prevent a repeat of Russia's 2016 interference in future elections.
That turns mostly all the attention to Mueller, who has expressed interest in interviewing Trump in the coming months and who has been a consistent thorn for Trump's presidency in the eight months since he became special counsel. Mueller's investigation is likely to go deep into 2018, if not beyond, and could continue to loom over Trump's presidency as Republicans face headwinds in their attempts to retain control of both chambers of Congress.
This past week, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee blamed Republicans for blocking witnesses who Democrats say would be crucial to their Russia probe, laying the blame on the committee's GOP chairman, California Rep. Devin Nunes, and on House Speaker Paul Ryan. Republicans have indicated they want to wrap up the investigation in the first part of 2018.
In the Senate Judiciary Committee, which is also investigating the Russian meddling, Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein released an interview transcript from the committee's investigation over the objections of Chairman Chuck Grassley, saying she was frustrated by Republican attempts to undermine the investigation. Grassley said he was "confounded" by the move.
Trump tried to throw fuel on that disagreement, calling Feinstein "sneaky" in a tweet the next day and saying Republicans should regain control of the investigation.
The partisan fighting is a breakdown from last March when Nunes and Schiff together established parameters for the investigation and each said it would be bipartisan. Grassley and Feinstein also pledged last spring to work together on the Judiciary committee's probe.
Republicans and Democrats on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee were working together on an investigation, as well, but that ended abruptly in June when the committee's GOP chairman, Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz, resigned from Congress. South Carolina Rep. Trey Gowdy became the committee's chairman and said he would leave the investigating to Mueller.
Other bipartisan efforts have stalled, as well. Republican Sens. Lindsey Graham and Thom Tillis introduced bills with Democrats this summer to protect Mueller in the event that Trump moved to fire him. But a push to pass that legislation has faded as Republicans say they are less concerned that Trump will try to oust Mueller.
As 2018 has begun, only the Senate Intelligence Committee's investigation remains on bipartisan ground. Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., and Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., have worked closely together as panel staff has quietly interviewed more than 100 witnesses. But Burr has indicated the panel is considering punting until later this year on the question of whether the Trump campaign colluded with Russia, issuing instead a bipartisan report focused on election security as the 2018 midterms get underway.
Democrats and Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee are all but certain to issue separate, bipartisan reports that will be believed by members of their own parties. The path of the Senate Judiciary Committee is uncertain as Feinstein and Grassley have disagreed on the focus of the probe.
Republicans say there hasn't been proof yet on collusion, and they blame Democrats for trying to drag out the investigations and chase what they say are false leads. Florida Rep. Tom Rooney, one of several Republicans leading the intelligence committee probe, has said it's time for the investigation to wind down.
"Every single witness we've interviewed has been consistent on what they have testified to," he said.
The Republicans say the FBI angle is not a distraction but rather a look into what they think is real bias in the department. The FBI investigations by several committees ramped up after the discovery of several anti-Trump texts between two Justice Department employees who had both worked for Mueller.
As lawmakers publicly bicker, Mueller is quietly continuing his investigation. His team of investigators has expressed interest in speaking with Trump as part of the probe, but no details have been worked out.
Mueller has also tentatively set a trial date in May for former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort, who was indicted in October on charges, including money-laundering conspiracy, related to his lobbying work on behalf of a Russia-friendly Ukrainian political party.
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Kaavan Nov 30, 2020
‘World's Loneliest Elephant' Kaavan Starts Trip to Cambodia
Kaavan, dubbed the “world’s loneliest elephant” after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo, has been readied for his flight to a sanctuary in Cambodia and the much-needed company of other elephants
Cambodia Feb 26, 2020
Cambodian Refugee Deported 2 Years Ago Returns to US
A Cambodian refugee who says he was wrongly deported nearly two years ago was reunited with his family in Massachusetts on Wednesday, becoming the fourth such refugee — and first on the East Coast — to be allowed back into the country since the Trump administration stepped up deportations of Southeast Asians.
COVID-19 Feb 15, 2020
Cruise Stranded by Virus Fears Ends With Roses in Cambodia
Hundreds of cruise ship passengers long stranded at sea by virus fears have finally disembarked in Cambodia, where they were welcomed by the nation’s authoritarian leader who handed them flowers
Philadelphia Oct 25, 2019
Philadelphia to Host International Soccer Cup
Mexico Aug 15, 2019
Report: Levi's, Wrangler, Lee Seamstresses Harassed, Abused
Women sewing blue jeans for Levi’s, Wrangler, Lee and The Children’s Place faced sexual harassment and gender-based violence and some were coerced into having sex with supervisors to keep their jobs in African factories, labor rights groups say. In response to the revelations, the brands have agreed to bring in outside oversight and enforcement for more than 10,000 workers at...
Philadelphia Jul 27, 2019
‘They Look Like Cats': Northeast Philadelphia Residents Battle Rat Infestation
Northeast Philadelphia residents living on Howland Street lost count of how many rodents they’ve seen just this summer, though one woman estimated she killed at least 10 on her own.
Rats Continue to Overwhelm NE Philly Neighborhood
It’s been days since the Department of Health first visited Howland Street in Lawncrest, but the rodents remain. Neighbor are tired of seeing them and worrying about diseases.
United States Jul 5, 2019
37 Cambodians Deported in US Move Decried as 2nd Punishment
Thirty-seven people who migrated to the United States decades ago have been forcibly deported to Cambodia after committing felonies. The deportees, who arrived at Phnom Penh International Airport on Thursday, were the latest returned to Cambodia under a 2002 agreement. Cambodia has had rocky relations with the U.S. and informally suspended the program in 2017, but it resumed last year....
Donald Trump Jun 21, 2019
Pig Disease Spreading in Asia as Nations Struggle to Stop It
Asian nations are scrambling to contain highly contagious African swine fever, with Vietnam culling 2.6 million pigs and China reporting a million dead in an unprecedentedly huge epidemic some fear is out of control. Smaller outbreaks have been reported in Hong Kong, Taiwan, North Korea, Cambodia and Mongolia after cases were first reported in China’s northeast in August. The U.N....
Associated Press Dec 17, 2018
Philippine Contestant Catriona Gray Named Miss Universe
The Philippines’ Catriona Gray was named Miss Universe 2018 in a competition concluding Monday in Bangkok, besting contestants from 93 other countries and delighting her home nation.
JUDGE Nov 16, 2018
Last Khmer Rouge Leaders Guilty of Genocide in Cambodia
The last surviving leaders of the communist Khmer Rouge regime that brutally ruled Cambodia in the 1970s were convicted of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes Friday by an international tribunal. Nuon Chea and Khieu Samphan were sentenced to life in prison, the same punishment they are already serving after earlier convictions at a previous trial for crimes against...
Facebook Jul 30, 2018
Cambodia's Hun Sen Coasts to Win After Opposition Silenced
Cambodia’s ruling party won an expected victory in an election Sunday widely considered illegitimate after the only credible opposition was silenced and which ensures that long-ruling Prime Minister Hun Sen will serve another five-year term. Although 20 parties contested the election, the only one with the popularity and organization to mount a real challenge, the Cambodian National Rescue Party, was...
Department of State Jun 19, 2018
Trump Administration Pulls US Out of UN Human Rights Council
The United States announced Tuesday it was leaving the United Nations’ Human Rights Council, with Ambassador Nikki Haley calling it “an organization that is not worthy of its name.” It was the latest withdrawal by the Trump administration from an international institution. Haley, Trump’s envoy to the U.N., said the U.S. had given the human rights body “opportunity after opportunity”...
United States Mar 19, 2018
Facebook Says It Won't Separate News Feed After All
Facebook announced Thursday that it won’t be splitting the News Feed into two after all, CNBC reported. The social media site said it was ending testing of the change, which would have pushed publisher content onto a second feed away from posts by family and friends. “People don’t want two separate feeds,” Adam Mosseri, Head of News Feed, said in...
Donald Trump Jan 22, 2018
50 Years After Key Vietnam Battles, Mattis Seeks Closer Ties
A half-century after the Tet Offensive punctured American hopes of victory in Vietnam, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is visiting the former enemy in search of a different kind of win: incremental progress as partners in a part of the world the Pentagon has identified as vital for the United States to compete with China and Russia. Mattis, a retired general...
Asher Klein Dec 21, 2017
Nikki Haley Hints at US Retaliation Over UN Jerusalem Vote
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley sent a veiled warning to the U.N. that countries which vote to condemn the Trump administration for its decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel could face retaliation.
Associated Press Nov 29, 2017
Pope in Myanmar Preaches Forgiveness, Healing of Old Wounds
Pope Francis urged Myanmar’s religious leaders and ordinary faithful on Wednesday to help the country heal its old wounds, preaching a message of forgiveness and tolerance as the country emerges from military dictatorship and seeks to make peace with its many ethnic minorities after decades of conflict. At an open-air Mass, an audience with Myanmar’s senior Buddhist monks and during...
Donald Trump Nov 27, 2017
Miss Universe on Sexual Misconduct Claims: Together, Women ‘Are Unbreakable'
Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters didn’t shy away when asked to comment on sexual harassment just after being crowned.
North Korea Criticizes US Over Designation as Terror Sponsor
North Korea on Wednesday called U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to relist it as a state sponsor of terrorism a “serious provocation” that justifies its development of nuclear weapons. In the country’s first public response to its return to the American blacklist, the official Korean Central News Agency said North Korea has no connection to terrorism and does not care...
author Nov 8, 2017
Female Directors are Ready to Topple an Ignoble Oscar Stat
Four. It’s one of the most glaring numbers in Academy Awards history. That’s how many women have been nominated for best director in the awards’ 89 years of existence. Kathryn Bigelow, for “The Hurt Locker” in 2010, is the only woman to win. “I have to say it really bums me out,” says Greta Gerwig, whose solo directorial debut, “Lady...
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